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In-Services & Workshops
Workshops are trainings that are pre-determined and usually free to the interested public, including parents, educators and other professionals. Simon Technology Center workshops cover a range of topics from specific software programs to more general information about using the internet or assistive technology.
See a list of upcoming STC Workshops.
In-Services are trainings that are customized for the needs of a corporation, professional group or parent education group. The Simon Technology Center (STC) can help you stretch and maximize your training budget by offering in-service training on assistive technology and educational software for professionals or parent groups. The trainings are hands-on, interactive, and best of all, they can be tailored meet your needs. Most trainings are available for a small fee.
In-service training sessions are available for a variety of time constraints including hourly, 1/2 day (2-3 hours) or a full day (up-to 6 hours). The cost is $100.00/hour per trainer, $300 for 1/2 day (one presenter) and $600 for a full day (one presenter), plus any travel expenses (including mileage, meals if longer than a 1/2 day and lodging if more than an hour away from our location). Trainings can be hosted at your location or at our new technology lab in Bloomington, MN.
Each participant receives certificate of attendance, a resource packet with the latest information on the training topic, and on-going support from STC's knowledgeable staff.
Call the Simon Technology Center at 952-838-9000 or 1-800-537-2237 for more information.
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