After being out of the work-force due to medical leave, one student decided to upgrade her computer skill set for today’s technical demands.
Berkeley Adult School (BAS) has a variety of vocations and programs for all. No matter why students attend BAS, they will value the support of teachers and staff, have a caring environment, and flexibility of class schedules – in person and on-line options offered, which helps overcome barriers for continuing education.
Fatima Adcock is one of BAS’s students that, after being out of the work-force due to medical leave, decided to upgrade her computer skill set for today’s technical demands. The Career Technical Education (CTE) classes BAS offers, has great benefits for adult education and specifically, for Fatima, the speed of training. Fatima says,”BAS offers a variety of schedules and on-line classes to support a busy schedule”.
BAS offers many CTE courses to help students at any level –a few current courses offered, are; Introduction to computers, Microsoft Office Suite, self-paced computer and software skills. Fatima shares, “I took a Digital Literacy Self-Paced Individualized course and a Google Suite course”. She also plans on taking more classes in the future.
“Have confidence in your ability to learn a new skill. Stay focused on learning that new skill, and trust the process of the outcome”
Fatima Adcock, BAS Student
Choosing to attend adult school can be stressful, overwhelming, and daunting. BAS aims to support their community by personal navigation and flexibility throughout the student’s journey despite hardships. Fatima has her own challenges in life, but explains, “going to class every day, alongside other adult learners had a positive impact”.
Education can be life-changing for adults in terms of procuring a job faster, higher wages, and in-demand jobs. Fatima has a positive attitude in her job search with the skills and knowledge from BAS. Her advice to those seeking adult education is, “Have confidence in your ability to learn a new skill. Stay focused on learning that new skill, and trust the process of the outcome”.
For more information on how Berkeley Adult School can help you achieve more, visit bas.berkeleyschools.net or call 510-644-6784.
Written by Kathleen Vivaldi
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| Bay Area California | Careers in Business-Technology |
