FirstStep™ FastTrac® Business Training Program
In this 11-week program, you'll write a feasibility plan that examines your business idea from every angle. This plan will help you decide if your business is a "go" or a "no go" before you spend too much time or money. By the time you finish the program, you'll know whether your idea has "legs" and if starting a business is the right decision for you. Sessions include Industry and Market Analysis, Marketing, Financial Analysis, and Financing. See schedule…
Home-based Business
If you want to start small by trying a home-based business before launching out to a commercial space, this 7-week course is geared to your needs. Learn the strengths and challenges of starting your business at home, as well as how to conduct your feasibility study. Sessions include Market and Financial Analysis, Legal Issues, and Financing.
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Business Side of Child Care
This 7-week course is ideal for those who want to start or expand a child care business. The course is geared to helping you decide whether your idea is feasible before you invest your money. Sessions include Licensing and Nutrition requirements, Marketing, Financial Analysis, Pricing, and Financing. See schedule…
Contracting
This 4-week program is designed for business owners interested in state and federal contracting opportunities. Upon completing the program requirements and qualifications, businesses will obtain their 8(a), Small Disadvantage Business (SDB) and Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) certifications. Sessions include Introduction to Contracts, Registering for Contracts, Applying for Contracts, and Bidding for Contracts. See schedule…
Computer Training
Computers are essential in business today. This 4-week series of trainings will teach you the basics of operating a computer, how to use the Internet, and how to work with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Weekly assignments will help you practice your newly-learned computer skills. See schedule...
Smart Technology for a Smart Business™
This fun, interactive 5-week training is a must for small businesses and is geared to helping them build smarter businesses using technology. Business owners learn how to use the latest technology and software to strengthen their businesses and operations. Sessions include Operations and Management, Finance, Communications, Marketing, and Technology. See schedule…
Workshops
Our workshops specialize in the kind of hands-on skills you use in business today:
- Budgeting & Money Management
- Child Care Licensing Requirements
- CPR Workshop
- Developing a Growth Plan for Your Business
- Developing & Enforcing Child Care Policies & Procedures
- How to Design a Web Site for Your Business
- How to Market Your Business
- How to Obtain a Small Business Loan
- How to Obtain an ABC Grant
- How to Obtain Government Contracts
- How to Protect Yourself Against Identity Theft
- How To Start a Business: Child Care
- How To Start a Business: Construction
- How To Start a Business: Cosmetology
- How To Start a Business: Janitorial
- How To Start a Business: Lawn Care
- How To Start a Business: Restaurant
- How To Start a Small Business
- How to Use the BIC
- How to Value & Sell Your Business
- How to Write a Business Plan
- Introduction to Computers
- Introduction to the Internet
- Investment Basics
- It's All About Me
- Listening to Your Business
- Marketing Tips for Small Business
- Networking Breakfast
- Organizing for Success
- Preparing to Meet the Lender
- Sales and Use Taxes
- Services for Veterans
- Understanding Business Insurance
- Understanding Pricing
- Understanding Record-keeping
- Understanding Small Business Taxes
- Understanding the Cash Flow Statement
- Understanding the Profit & Loss Statement
- Understanding Your Credit
- Women's Conference
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