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Design Your Own Program!
Classes are designed for beginning students or office professionals. Gain the skills needed to compete in today's job market!
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Register in classroom
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Program completion is based on 25+ hours/week
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All new students view a brief orientation prior to enrollment
Note: Windows course or demonstrated skills are required for any of the career certificate programs. Workbooks and supplies may be required.
Business & Computer FAQs
Can I take just one class?
- Yes, as long as you meet any prerequisites or receive instructor approval.
How long is each class?
- Each class has different requirements. You will have three months to complete the class, beginning on the day that you register.
What does "Self-Paced" mean?
- Self-paced means that you complete the class at your own pace. If you need more time to understand a concept or chapter, you simply repeat it again. If you are already proficient in a concept, you can move through it quickly. See our full list of our self-paced courses here.
Does self-paced mean that I don't have an instructor?
- No. There is always a teacher available to help, but it is an independent study classroom. The textbooks are set up with step-by-step instructions. If you have any questions, please ask for help.
What does "Open Entry" mean?
- It means that the registration is ongoing. You may register and begin a class at anytime during the year. You do not have to wait for beginning of the semester.
What time does class start?
- You set your own schedule and come to class whenever the classroom is open.
Business and Computer Center
What We Offer
Simi Institute offers over 30 self-paced courses in our state-of-the-art Business and Computer Training Center. Each of these individual courses culminates in a course completion certificate. Career Certificates are issued to students who have completed series of courses. We also offer instructor-led sessions and workshops each semester.
Note: See our Digital Media courses
lab hours
The computer lab is closed for the summer but will reopen August 8, 2023.
program info
Career Certificate Course Fee: $360
Fee covers a 3-month period of time. Textbook purchase may be required.
Standalone Course Fee: $129
Fee covers a 3-month period of time for an individual course. Textbook purchase may be required.
Ten-Key and Typing Tests
Test areas include typing / keyboarding and ten-key (weekly). Please call 805.5479.6200 ext. 1720 to register.
Allow 45 minutes for testing.
Testing Fee: $10 (cash only) per test area; includes two certificates.
Contact
Room 201
805.579.6200 ext. 1720