This course is designed to be a two-year program which includes computer training using Windows Vista, the Internet and Microsoft Office 2007.  Students will receive extensive instruction in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel (spreadsheets), PowerPoint (presentations), and Access (database).  Some desktop publishing skills will be taught using Microsoft Publisher. We will also work with Adobe Photoshope using Macintosh computers. Business-related accounting, written and oral communications, and other office skills will be integrated in the course. Teamwork skills will be integrated into the curriculum. Field trips to area business offices will be incorporated as well. Students in the second year of the program will be placed in paid internships four days a week with one day in the structured classroom. OS 125, OS 126, CIS 133, CIS 135, OS 136 and OS 270 are the courses for which students may earn college credit.