Technology and Older Workers - Lifelong Learning Opportunities
Although the prevailing attitudes may be that older workers aren't keeping pace with technology, recent studies show that this may not be the case!
OLLI @ UNCA
At the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at UNCA, shared opportunities to teach or learn new skills are abundant. For a nominal $25 school-year membership, you can not only leverage Reuter Center Building classes but the Ramsey Library resources at the center of the campus. Pass on the $125 parking fee by riding the Asheville N1 or N2 bus. It runs every half hour and the UNC Asheville campus has 5 bus stops. Two bus stops are sheltered.Asheville Buncombe Technical Community College
A-B Technical Community College also offers- Continuing education technology classes
- Free small business center (SBC) classes
Classes are held in Asheville, Enka, South-Asheville, and in Madison County.
Blue Ridge Community College
Like A-B Tech, BRCC offers classes in Hendersonville and Brevard.
- Continuing education technology classes
- Free small business center (SBC) classes
NC Works Online
North Carolina Works Online employment-assistance has resources online, but also locations in Buncombe, Henderson, and Madison Counties for job-related / employability learnings.
Tech-Centered
Nowadays volunteering has many technology-engaged skills. Take your soft skills experience and learn new technology skills including:- Email management
- Password management
- Cloud storage strategies, including photography
- Apple vs Microsoft vs Google vs Yahoo and others
- Online shopping tips
Do you have other specific tips?