Computer Training

New Horizons is the computer training provider for Washington County employees. New Horizons understands that everyone is different. That is why they have developed innovative learning methods that fit your individual learning styles and busy schedule.

"I learn best working at my own pace"
    "I need a structured classroom setting to stay focused"
        "I need flexibility in scheduling"

These flexible learning methods include:

  • Mentored Learning - Succeed at your own pace with one-on-one mentoring, a flexible schedule and targeted content.
  • Online LIVE - Combine the benefits of the classroom with the convenience of the Internet for a live eLearning experience with our "classroom on the web."
  • Classroom Learning - Learn the traditional way, in our classroom with one of our outstanding instructors. Have a large group that needs trained? Let New Horizons schedule a private event. Let New Horizons Portland bring the classroom to your department.

Mentored Learning Classroom Hours
Monday-Friday
8:30 am to 12:00 pm
1:00 pm to 4:30 pm

IMPORTANT NOTE: New Horizons requires SEVEN (7) Business Days in advance to enroll students into classes. This is required to ensure that your courseware is ordered and arrives prior to your scheduled training.

What classes are available?

New Horizons offers more than 400 desktop applications courses in areas such as word processing, databases, graphics, desktop presentations, operating systems (and more!) that can help you meet your department goals. Courses are offered at multiple skill levels (Level 1, Level 2, Level 3) with curriculum that provides practical hands-on knowledge.

Not sure which level class to sign up for? Click on the Microsoft series at the bottom of this page, that you are interested in and read the outline and prerequisites for classes.  

Important to note: Most Washington County workstations have Microsoft Office 2003 installed. Make sure that you are registering and taking the appropriate class for software installed on your work computer.

Where are classes located?

New Horizons Portland
2345 NW Amberbrook Drive, Suite 125
Beaverton, OR 97006
 

Custom classes are also available at Washington County or the New Horizons facility for groups wanting tailored content.

Can I take a class at my desk/workstation?

Human Resources is exploring this option with Information Technology Services. At this point, Washington County is not set up to allow employees to take classes at their desk or workstations.

How do I sign up?

Washington County purchases training vouchers from New Horizons for employee training. The training vouchers are allotted to each department and are managed by departmental training coordinators.

IMPORTANT NOTE: New Horizons requires SEVEN (7) Business Days in advance to enroll students into classes. This is required to ensure that your courseware is ordered and arrives prior to your scheduled training.

Step 1: Browse the Class Schedule.  

Step 2: Submit a Training Request form to your Department Training Coordinator.

Step 3: Your Department Training Coordinator registers you for the class.

Step 4: You will receive an email from New Horizons confirming your registration.


Questions?

Registration, course outline, determining which class or learning method is best for you, contact Seth Davis directly at 503-716-1131.

Computer Training Program inquires, email us at HRTraining@co.washington.or.us. Or, contact Julee Howard at (503) 846-8261 or Brandi Johnston at (503) 846-3741.

 

Testimonials from other students of New Horizons