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What
should I look for when choosing a training organization?
First, look for a organization that specializes in the technology
you want to learn. Other things to look for include:
- Class
Size - The smaller, the more individual attention the instructor
can give each student. We allow a maximum of 12 students
per class.
- Training
Facilities - Does each student get their own computer? Are
the facilities up to date and conducive to learning? We
offer each student their own PC in the most up-to-date facilities
available.
- Costs
- How much will the course cost. Our courses are competitively
priced.
- Location
- Of course, it needs to be convenient to get to. We are located
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What
courses are available?
The Training Institute of Washington, DC develops, continually
updates, and delivers competency-based, results-oriented courses
in:
- Security
- Project
Management
- MS Office 2002, 2003, 2007, XP & Vista
- Executive and Management Training
- Six Sigma
- Acquisition and Contracting
- Workplace Enhancement Skills
- Advanced Technical Training
For information about specific courses, please see our online
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How
do I register?
Call us at (202) 797-9099.
How far in advance do I need to register?
It's hard to say. The sooner the better, as our classes generally
fill up fast. If you have any concerns about the availability
of a particular class, you can contact us via email at info@traindc.com.
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When
can I expect a confirmation letter?
We will first email confirmation within one week, if possible.
Then, we will mail a written registration confirmation notice
to you about three weeks prior to the course start date.
Please do not make nonrefundable travel reservations before
you receive
this written confirmation. If the course is full or has been
rescheduled, you will be notified by a customer representative.
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Where
will my class be held?
Courses are held at training centers in the Washington,
DC metro area. Please check your confirmation letter for information
on the exact location of your class. Back
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Do
you offer group discounts?
Yes, for groups of students enrolled in the same sessions,
the following group discounts apply:
3
- 4 students receive a 5% discount Back
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Who
are the Instructors?
Our instructors are lifelong teachers - men and women who
have mastered technical and management disciplines and practiced
them with distinction in public and private sectors.
They are:
- Dynamic
presenters
- Leaders
in the interactive classroom
- Skillful
discussion facilitators
- Grounded
in technical knowledge and management strategies
- Dedicated
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What
are the advantages of instructor led training?
The main advantage of instructor led training is that the
student gets to interact with the instructor, ask questions,
and ask for further explanation when things are not clear.
Classes also offer a more structured environment; they meet
on a certain schedule with assignments due each class. Many
people find it easier to learn new technologies in this
type
of environment compared to trying to learn them themselves.
Another big advantage of instructor led training is the
opportunity
to interact with other students that are in the same position
you are. Many students say they learned as much from interacting
and working with the other students in the class as they
did from the instructor (it's also a great place to network). Back
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What
materials do courses include?
Each course includes a specially developed course manual.
Manuals are timely, engaging, and updated continually. Course
content will engage you in thinking about what you do on the
job. Case studies, exhibits, and practical exercises help
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Can
I purchase a manual without attending?
Please contact us at (202) 797-9099. Back to Top
Do you offer certificates upon graduation?
Yes, we offer a Certificate of Attendance. You must attend
all the class sessions to receive this certificate.
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What
are the course hours?
Start and ending times vary according to subject matter, but
are typically 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Please note: Make your
travel plans according to the schedule outlined. To receive
a training certificate, you must attend the full course session.
How
should I dress?
Business casual
Military uniforms are not required for members of armed services.
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Can
federal employees enroll?
Federal agencies may take full advantage of The Training Institute
of Washington, DC and other commercial training sources. Back
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Here’s the background: Federal Workforce Restructuring
Act of 1994 (PL103-226) eliminates distinction between government
and non-government training sources. PL 103-226 also eliminates
eligibility requirements for non-government training. (see
5 CFR Part 410) Government Employees Training Act (PL 85-507,
as amended) enables agencies to sponsor and pay for training
by The Training Institute of Washington, DC and other non-government
sources.
What
about payment, substitutions, and cancellations?
Payment is by government purchase card, credit card, government
training form (such as the DD-1556 or SF 182), or government or commercial
purchase order signed by authorized individual. Back
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Cancellation policy: See our Cancellation
Policy for further details. Substitutions are permitted
at any time up to the start of the course. If you cancel your
registration more than three weeks prior to the course start
date, your tuition will be refunded. If you cancel less than
three weeks prior to the course, you will be responsible for
the full tuition and receive a transfer voucher. If you fail
to attend the course without advance notification, you will
be responsible for the full tuition. Back
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Do
you accept credit cards?
Yes, we accept VISA, Mastercard, American Express and Discover.
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What
if I miss part of the course due to illness or personal emergency?
You must attend the full session to receive a completion certificate.
In case of illness or unavoidable emergency, you may schedule
a make-up day. Back to Top
Can
you deliver a course at my location?
Call our Corporate On-Site Training Department at (202) 797-9099
for information about courses at your location. Please see
our Corporate On-Site Training page for more detailed info.
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