Community Technology Center
Information Is Power
“When Mr. P.K. Howard enrolled in WHA’s ten-week Introduction to Computers class, he had one goal -- to help his son build his construction business. Having recently retired, Mr. Howard had little experience with computers. “I didn’t even know how to turn it on,” says Mr. Howard, “now I’ve used my new computer to get on the internet and email.”
Many students who enroll in WHA's Technology Center have never taken a computer class. They come with the desire to learn a new skill, find employment, start a business, or learn to access and use the Internet. They leave with the knowledge that information is power.WHA’s Technology Center provides classes in Introduction to Computers
Microsoft Office Suites, and Advanced Microsoft Word and Excel Training and Certification. The Center has 16 workstations and serves community residents, business owners and youth. Classes are held Monday through Thursday, from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m., and 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. The Center is open to the public, Monday – Friday, during non-class hours for such uses as job search, resume writing, student homework assignments, job applications, and various other personal uses.
For more information on the WHA's Community Technology Center, call Kathy Roach at
(773) 378-1878 or kroach@healthauthority.org.
Accomplishments:
- Since 2002, over 8,000 students have used the Technology Center.
- Throughout the year, there are 4 ten-week sessions held, graduating an average of 30 adults, including many neighborhood senior citizens.
- WHA was awarded the U.S. Department of Human Services "Models That Work" award for its innovative technology program to connect 68 neighborhood blocks.