Today's technology for today's economy at UH Hilo

The University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo College of Continuing Education and Community Service is offering two online courses to help provide skills and information vital in today’s tough economy and job market.

“The Executive Administrative Assistant Certificate Course” © is an online course that prepares students to succeed in the growing field of assisting business executives manage day-to-day operations. Areas of study include fundamental accounting principles, human resource management, communications and marketing. Those who complete the six-session, 90-hour course will be awarded a certificate.

“Finding Money for College” is a comprehensive online seminar that provides essential information for students about public grants, scholarships, savings vehicles and other forms of financial aid.

Both courses are co-sponsored by Hatch Education and are being offered for the first time this fall.

Classes begin October 18 and registration is ongoing. Course descriptions and costs are online at http://hilo.hawaii.edu/academics/ccecs. For more information or to register, call CCECS at 974-7664.