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WSB’s BEP Assistive Technology Training course helps Business Enterprise Program (BEP) operators develop the technology skills needed to manage their businesses efficiently and independently. Training focuses on assistive technology and essential business tools, including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and the Square point-of-sale (POS) system.

Students receive a combination of one-on-one instruction and guided learning through Canvas LMS. Training includes:

  • Desktop Navigation: Navigate a Windows computer efficiently using screen reader technology.

  • File Management: Use File Explorer to organize and manage business documents.

  • Microsoft Word: Create, edit, and format documents for business communication and record-keeping.

  • Microsoft Excel: Use formulas and functions to track sales, manage inventory, and work with business data.

  • Internet Navigation: Use the internet to access online business tools, resources, and services.

  • Square POS: Operate the Square point-of-sale system with a screen reader to process sales and track transactions.

Students also develop skills in managing files, navigating the internet, and using assistive technology in their daily business operations.

Assessment

Before enrolling in BEP Assistive Technology Training, each client must complete a prerequisite assessment. The assessment evaluates:

  • Assistive technology skills

  • Written and oral communication

  • Reading comprehension

  • Writing

  • Math

Students are assessed at a 12th-grade level in reading, writing, and math. Assessment results help determine readiness for the course and identify areas where additional support may be needed.

Clients who do not meet the assessment requirements may be referred to Assistive Technology Fundamentals for additional foundational training.

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