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3125 days ago

Seniornet Courses coming soon

Chris Flaherty from Seniornet Hawkes Bay

Courses for laptops, tablets and phones start next week. Why not join in? Registration is only $15.00 for the year and course costs range from $3.00 for the IPad and Android groups to $30.00 for full courses held on the same day each week for four weeks.

1on1 Tuition is also available for $5.00 per 45 minute session.

Monday 7th. August from 10:00 to 12:00
Windows 10 - Part 1. Learn the basics of how to logon and logoff correctly. Learn about the Desktop , Taskbar and Start Screen. Registrations and enrollments for this course are available on the day.

Monday 7th. August from 2:00 to 4:00
Facebook - Part 1. Do you use Facebook but not really understand it? Let us de-mystify it for you and show you how to make your account safe and secure. Registrations and enrollments for this course are available on the day.

Tuesday 8th. August from 10:00 to 12:00
Excel - Learn how to make up lists, rosters and timetables. Learn how to enter, sort and analyse texts and numbers. Pre-registration and enrollment is required for this course. Please contact Seniornet on 8772157 or message one of the officials for this page.

Tuesday 8th. August from 2:00 to 4:00
Scanning photos - Learn how to scan and save your old photos. Be able to create folders and organize your photos to your liking. Pre-registration and enrollment is required for this course. Please contact Seniornet on 8772157 or message one of the officials for this page.

Wednesday 9th, August from 10:00 to 12:00
1on1 Tuition - Need assistance with your device? Spend some quality time with a dedicated Tutor. Pre-registration and enrollment is required for this course. Contact Chris Flaherty on (027) 5340585.

Wednesday 9th. August from 2:00 to 4:00
Files, Folders and Flash Drives - Tidy up your files. Find easy ways to access your files. Carry your files and folders with you using a Flash Drive. Pre-registration and enrollment is required for this course. Please contact Seniornet on 8772157 or message one of the officials for this page.

Thursday 10th. August from 10:00 to 12:00
Android for Beginners - Learn about E-mailing and the Internet using your Android device. Find out about the different Apps available and how they can work for you. Pre-registration and enrollment is required for this course. Please contact Seniornet on 8772157 or message one of the officials for this page.

Seniornet is a Registered Charity working to reduce the isolation of Seniors in our community. Your support would be most welcome.

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