New Horizons of Houston and Lafayette

Houston TechFest

2009-08-04T13:33:00.001-05:00

Houston TechFest
Join New Horizons CLC there on 9/26/09

The TechFest Website is now open for registration. The Houston TechFest will be adding some more sessions as they go along but most of them are in place now. Please choose the ones you are most interested in so they know where they need larger rooms.

Click here to register

We have Moved

2008-11-14T13:17:00.005-06:00

Welcome to our new location!

Great news! New Horizons of Houston has moved to a gleaming, high tech, brand new facility in the Galleria area! We have only moved 4 blocks away (from Sage @ San Felipe to Sage @ Woodway), but the impact is HUGE. As we’ve continued our annual double digit growth, we simply could not continue in our limited and inconvenient former space, so we now call the "Decorative Center Houston" home.

New Horizons commissioned the construction of a state of the art facility with polished concrete floors, chrome and glass fixtures, wireless networking, new computers, new flat panel monitors and brand new leather student chairs (thanks for the idea, Southwest Airlines!). Our space will be modern, clean and inviting. There will be no more security desk to contend with and best of all – FREE parking! We can’t wait for you to see it all!

Take a look at a few of the images we have of the Decorative Center and it’s beautiful interior! This is a first class facility all the way with lunch service available in the building. We look forward to 10 more years of remaining Houston’s best training center as listed in the Houston Business Journal’s Book of Lists. Let us know how we can continue to serve you and your employees in your knowledge transfer needs!

Decorative Center-Cafe

2008-11-14T13:01:00.002-06:00

Decorative Center- Atrium

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Decorative Center- Side View

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Decorative Center- Front View

2008-11-14T12:55:00.001-06:00

IT Industry Experiences Growth

2008-11-13T09:02:00.004-06:00

Mark Tucker
Vice President of Marketing
New Horizons

IT Industry Experiences Growth Despite Economy Woes

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Grassroots Newswire) -- While many U.S. job seekers are struggling to find employment, and workers can attest that it’s a tough economy to work in, industry experts say that certain sectors – like information technology (IT) – are experiencing growth and moving along this economic rollercoaster headstrong.

According to the 2009 Robert Half International Salary Guide, information technology (IT) is one of the few bright spots in the job market, and remains relatively low in unemployment ranks (less than 2 percent), which can be attributed to the proliferation of new technology and the need for professionals to support new technological initiatives.

According to an Employment Projections Report for 2006–2016 from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the IT industry is among the top in projected wage and salary employment growth. The report projected computer software engineers would see a 44 percent employment growth; and network systems and data communications analysts would see a 53 percent employment growth.

Gartner, Inc., an information technology research and advisory company, noted in an October article that "Organizations now view IT as a way to transform their businesses and adopt operating models that are much leaner" and "IT is embedded in running all aspects of the business."
Forrester Research Inc. predicts a 2 -3 percent growth in tech spending this year, followed by an increase of up to 10 percent in 2009.

"Information technology is different from other fields. In today's tough economy, companies want to keep their business both growing and running as cost efficiently as possible – and that means enhancing applications and infrastructure," said Mark Miller, president and CEO of New Horizons Computer Learning Centers, the world's largest independent IT training provider. "IT is unique because often times it can help fuel a company's expansion, services and margin enhancement."

"As witnessed by these recent reports, companies focused on an approach utilizing information technology are a significant component in many markets, and IT departments within these businesses are at the core of their operation," Miller said. "New Horizons contributes to the growing productivity of IT with its integrated learning methodology used to train technology solutions to businesses and individuals in the local community and around the world."
New Horizons delivers a range of technical, application and business skills training, ranging from basic application and desktop productivity tools like Microsoft Office to complex and integrated business systems, such as Cisco, information security, ITIL and virtualization.

"We regularly hear testimonials about how people are accomplishing more than just learning the latest technologies at New Horizons," Miller said. "It is true that our customers' success is accomplished through training, but the foundation of New Horizons is based on inspiring students, and companies, to become more productive and successful in their daily activities. Knowledge transfer is enhanced by engaging the learner in real work – real life situations. Confidence comes from learning, knowing and applying."

About New Horizons:
Since it was founded in 1982, New Horizons has launched 300 centers in 60 countries and has become the largest independent IT training company in the world. New Horizons has delivered a full range of technology and business skills training over the past 25 years through innovative learning methods that have transformed businesses and helped over 25 million students reach their goals. Businesses and individuals can choose from hundreds of course offerings, delivered by experts, and offered in hundreds of convenient locations around the world.

Feedback

2008-11-06T09:44:00.001-06:00

Let me just say that I really appreciate the level of customer service you have provided. Organizing these meeting and training events can be stressful, so your willingness to work through the non-stop details with me is very appreciated. I am very happy that we selected New Horizons to deliver this training for us.

~Beliza StevensonMarsulex Petroleum Coke Services

Hurricane IKE

2008-09-17T13:29:00.002-05:00

“New Horizons, as many other Houstonians and Houston-based businesses, survived Hurricane IKE with minimal damage.

While we regret the loss of life and property of our fellow Texans, we feel the best way to get things back to normal is to conduct business normally.

On Thursday, September 18, our offices will be open but there will be NO CLASSES held. You may contact your Solutions Consultant regarding any upcoming or missed training events.

On Friday, September 19, our offices will be open AND all classes on our PUBLIC schedule will take place, but no client site deliveries will occur. All Solutions Consultants will be in the office again to work with you on rescheduling any missed days.

On Monday, September 22, our offices will be open AND all classes on our public and client site deliveries will take place. We hope that Monday begins a VERY long string of normal business operation.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact a New Horizons Manager or your Solutions Consultant. Thank you for your past patronage ad we look forward to rebuilding our great City one training class at a time with you!”

Todd Parker
General Manager
New Horizons of Houston & Lafayette
5555 San Felipe, Suite 1500
Houston, TX 77056
tparker@nhhouston.com
713-552-1414

July "Elevate" Newsletter

2008-07-11T11:18:00.001-05:00

New Horizons Elevate Newsletter: Jul / 08

In the July issue of the newsletter, you and your customers will learn how to:

Pinpoint the text you need with help from line numbering
Get a grip on Vista changes to this essential IT pro tool
Tackle unfamiliar projects with confidence and ease

http://www.newhorizons.com/uploadedFiles/ElevateNewsletter/Elevate_July2008.pdf

June "Elevate" Newsletter

2008-07-11T11:15:00.002-05:00

New Horizons Elevate Newsletter: Jun / 08

In the June issue of the newsletter, you and your customers will learn how to:

Buy yourself some time: Switch rows of data into columns without retyping
Fine-tune security on your workstations with Vista's advanced firewall features
Speed up your design time and place multiple files quickly with InDesign

http://www.newhorizons.com/uploadedFiles/ElevateNewsletter/Elevate_Jun2008.pdf

May "Elevate" Newsletter

2008-07-11T11:12:00.000-05:00

New Horizons Elevate Newsletter: May / 08

In the May issue of the newsletter, you and your customers will learn how to:

Insert a browser to connect your slide show to the web
Easily manage security on mobile computers with Vista's network location profiles
Manage a graceful transition when moving from project manager to team member

www.newhorizons.com/uploadedFiles/ElevateNewsletter/Elevate_May2008.pdf

April "Elevate" Newsletter

2008-07-11T11:09:00.001-05:00

New Horizons Elevate Newsletter: Apr / 08

In the April issue of the newsletter, you and your customers will learn how to:

Put your most frequently used Word documents right at your fingertips
Implement full volume encryption to protect the information on stolen Vista hard drives
Export high-resolution web images with Photoshop CS3

http://www.newhorizons.com/uploadedFiles/ElevateNewsletter/Elevate_April2008.pdf

March "Elevate" Newsletter

2008-07-11T11:03:00.002-05:00

New Horizons Elevate Newsletter: Mar / 08

In the March issue of the newsletter, you and your customers will learn how to:

Pave a concrete pathway to your financial goal with help from Goal Seek (Excel)
Take control of security and offer user-friendly interfaces with Vista
Plan and conduct a successful project presentation

http://www.newhorizons.com/uploadedFiles/ElevateNewsletter/Elevate_March2008.pdf

February "Elevate" Newsletter

2008-07-11T10:37:00.003-05:00

New Horizons Elevate Newsletter: Feb / 08

In the February issue of the newsletter, you and your customers will learn how to:

Add a new dimension to your slides in PowerPoint with easy-to-create 3-D shapes
Liven up text-laden InDesign pages with eye-catching vertical side heads
Take charge of PC security with custom cookie-management and privacy policies

http://www.newhorizons.com/uploadedFiles/ElevateNewsletter/Elevate_Feb2008.pdf

Office 2007 New Features

2008-05-19T15:25:00.005-05:00

Helping users in the Microsoft Office 2007 environment with training on the available new features in the Microsoft Office 2007 suite. Please read the course outline for further details.

Office 2007 New Features: Course Outline

ITEC Event is coming to Houston May 7-8, 2008

2008-04-01T10:42:00.002-05:00

Please register today for the ITEC Event in Houston, TX

http://www.goitec.com/hou08/register.aspx

Full ConferenceThe all new Conference Package for ITEC 2008 includes:
Free admission to the ITEC education program.
Access to all conference sessions.
Access to all workshops.
Access to all keynotes.
Access to the opening day Networking Reception.
Lunch on the Expo Floor on both days.
Access to all conference materials and presentations, as well as Event Guide.

The Full Conference Package is FREE for Qualified Attendees!

Qualify to attend for free today. Admission to ITEC is free of charge to qualified IT professionals. Just answer a few simple questions during the registration process and your free admission gets you an all-access, two day pass to the conference sessions, workshops, keynote presentation, Lunch and Learn programs, Master Mind Security Panel, Expo Floor and networking reception.

SIGN UP TODAY!! http://www.goitec.com/hou08/register.aspx

Microsoft Across America's RV is coming to Lafayette, LA!!

2008-04-01T10:30:00.004-05:00

Discover how new technology on the Microsoft Across America truck can help you!
New Horizons Computer Learning Centers of Lafayette, LA and Microsoft are rolling into town with a truck load of exciting technology products to help showcase complete business solutions for various small and mid-sized companies. The Microsoft Across America Truck is coming to Lafayette, LA on May 8, 2008 from 10:00 am- 2:00 pm.

Take the Microsoft Across America Virtual Truck Tour: https://www.clicktoattend.com/TruckTour.aspx

Experience the technology first-hand
As a Microsoft® Certified Partner, we are here to answer your questions and demonstrate how exciting technologies from Microsoft, Hewlett-Packard, Intel and others can work together to create a solution that fits your specific needs.

Our 42-foot state-of-the-art truck has been transformed into a hands-on interactive environment complete with the latest technology and integrated software and hardware solutions to help you grow your business and achieve your goals. Come meet with us to experience new live demos and get your business’ technology questions answered.

How is your time spent?
• Discussing your business and any challenges you may be facing.
• Experiencing how you can take advantage of your current technology to meet the goals of your business.
• Discovering new Microsoft products and other technologies—including remote access, wireless, and mobile devices.

Date: May 8, 2008
Time: 10:00 am-2:00 pm
Location: 4021 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy, Bldg. A, Suite 100
Lafayette, LA 70503

Click to register: https://www.clicktoattend.com/invitation.aspx?code=127271

Space on the Microsoft Across America Truck is limited, so secure your place now.

Reference from University of Houston

2008-04-01T10:23:00.003-05:00

Please click on this link to view a letter that one of the employees with the IT Department with University of Houston wrote about New Horizons!

http://www.nhhouston.com/content/uofh.pdf

Reference Letter from Marathon Oil

2008-04-01T09:43:00.004-05:00

Please click on this link to view a letter that one of the employees with Marathon Oil wrote about New Horizons!
http://www.nhhouston.com/content/marathon.pdf

2nd Shot at Certification

2008-02-13T13:28:00.002-06:00

2nd Shot home page: http://www.microsoft.com/learning/mcp/offers/2ndchance/default.mspx

Register for 2nd Shot: http://www.microsoft.com/learning/mcp/offers/2ndchance/default.mspx

FAQ Page:http://www.microsoft.com/learning/mcp/offers/2ndchance/faq/default.mspx

Target Audience: • Developers, • IT Professionals, • Current MCPs,• Potetnially new MCPs, and • (prospect) Microsoft Partners. Valid for“All regular MCP exams, all regular Microsoft Dynamics exams: i.e. the ‘070 exams.”

Offer Time Frame:September 15th 2007 - June 30th 2008.

Offer Details: Customers who register for the Second Shot offer between September 15th 2007 and June 30th 2008, prior to taking any exam, receive a free Second Shot exam if they don’t pass on their first try. This offer has no limit per customer; customers will receive one free retake for each paid exam they take and fail.

Port of Galveston

2008-02-05T10:38:00.000-06:00

Scott:

The classes were very well attended and everyone seemed to get what they needed from them. The instructor was great to work with and would love to have her again.

Thanks

Jackie
Port of Galveston

Customer Testimonial

2008-02-01T13:13:00.000-06:00

Scott,

I’m writing this letter to let you know how pleased I have been with my experiences while attending classes at New Horizons.
Your facility is clean and well maintained, and I enjoy the fruit and bagels that are provided in the break room.

The MCSE track I am on is a lengthy process, the instructors that are at New Horizons are extremely knowledgeable and very approachable, there is a lot of information that is covered in these classes, and the instructors have done a great job teaching the subject matter and keeping the class moving along smoothly.

Scott you have been very helpful and accommodating, providing me with everything I have needed while pursuing my MCSE, I would recommend New Horizons to anyone who is trying to improve there computer skills at whatever level.
I have found the training I’ve received at New Horizons to be well worth the money and my time.

Sincerely,
John S. Senneff
Marek Brothers Systems

New Horizons Video Testimonial

2008-01-16T15:26:00.000-06:00

January "Elevate" Newsletter

2008-01-16T11:30:00.000-06:00

New Horizons Elevate Newsletter: Jan / 08

In the January issue of the newsletter, you will learn:

Learn 5 steps to create the perfect customized form and save big bucks in the process
Learn non-destructive image filtering is now possible with CS3’s Smart Filters
Learn how to master Vista’s new search tools for guaranteed results

http://www.newhorizons.com/uploadedFiles/ElevateNewsletter/Elevate_Jan2008.pdf