[Nfbf-l] Employment Training Opportunities From Statler

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Life  is  not a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in 
 a  pretty and well preserved body,
but rather to skid in  broadside,  thoroughly used up,totally worn out, and 
loudly  proclaiming  --
WOW-- What a Ride!"
 
 
 

 
 
From: Hirschfelt, Jeff  [mailto:jhirschfelt at olmstedcenter.org] 
Sent: Tuesday, April 07,  2009 5:00 PM
Subject: Statler & OIBT Special TRAINING  Edition

Now is the time to enroll in Statler,  STEP and Olmsted Institute Training 
Programs. 
Details  below, PLUS we’ve included two moving  testimonials from recent 
Graduates who are now fully employed and enjoying  their new lives. Read on! 

Training  Today for Tomorrow’s Workforce. 
→Careers in Hospitality &  Contact Center with Statler Center  Training. 
→Microsoft Software  Training at  The Olmsted Institute.  
 
Enroll  NOW while seats are still available. 
 
Graduation  Day for Brian L., 
a  blind Statler Graduate, shown 
with  Statler Workplace Support 
Specialist,  Jennifer Beard 

SPECIAL  TRAINING EDITION 
 
 
Programs of  the Elizabeth Pierce Olmsted Center for Sight 
Volume 4  Number 2         Special  e-Newsletter April 2009 


Statler  Hospitality Training in Buffalo, NY  
Classes  Begin April 22, 2009 
APPLY  NOW! 
The National Statler Center  for Careers in Hospitality Service  prepares 
people with visual impairments and/or physical disabilities  for exciting careers 
in the hotel, travel, customer service and call center  businesses. Since 
1999, more than 300 people have graduated from Statler and  more than 84% of our 
graduates have found employment. 
Brian’s  Statler Success 
Brian  Lichtenstrahl has been totally blind  since 1997. Brian is also a 
recent, fully employed Graduate of the Statler  Center. Losing all sight through 
illness and an auto accident, Brian is  married and has four children and, 
together, they have a better future. “I  graduated from the Statler Hospitality 
Training program, “ said Brian. “Thanks  to Statler training, I got a job at 
the Hilton Grand Vacation Club. I send my  deepest thanks to all of you for 
making this happen. If not for the stunning  effort and support you gave me at the 
Statler Center, I would not have this  job. My family and I are truly 
grateful to you all.” 
Statler  Benefits 
- Hospitality job skills,  Microsoft training, math, writing, interviewing, 
job search,  externships. 
- Jobs in hotels such as  Marriott, Hyatt, Hilton, Holiday Inn, travel 
services, and much  more. 
Contact Dave Potocki  716-888-4641 _dpotocki at statlercenter.org_ 
(mailto:dpotocki at statlercenter.org)     
Apply on-line at _www.statlercenter.org_ (http://www.statlercenter.org/)  
 
Refreshable  Braille Keyboards are 
part of Statler  and STEP’s extensive 
Assistive  Technology devices. 
S.T.E.P.  Contact Center Training in Buffalo, NY  
Classes  Begin May 18, 2009 
APPLY  NOW! 
Our Statler Training &  Employment Program (STEP) provides students with 
visual impairments and/or  physical disabilities the specialized training for 
successful careers in  contact center, call center and customer service 
businesses. In conjunction  with our new technologically superior Contact Center, all 
students receive  hands-on work experience available nowhere else. 
Maria’s Dream Come  True 
Maria Heilein,  a STEP Graduate, has been blind since birth. She is a very 
capable individual,  and with the help of her STEP Training, Maria has found her 
employment  niche.“I am proud to be a STEP graduate and to tell everyone 
about my  experiences. And as I tell everyone, my  job is awesome and I love it. 
It's a dream come true--graduating from STEP and  then landing my dream job.”   
Statler  Benefits 
- Telephone etiquette,  computer skills, database, math, writing, 
interviewing, job  search. 
- Jobs in banking, marketing,  business processing, medical, tech support, 
sales, and much more. 
Contact Dave Potocki  716-888-4641 _dpotocki at statlercenter.org_ 
(mailto:dpotocki at statlercenter.org)     
Apply on-line at _www.statlercenter.org_ (http://www.statlercenter.org/)  
Statler/S.T.E.P.  Training in Orlando, FL  
APPLY  NOW! 
Applications  are now being accepted for our next Orlando Class in 
Statler/STEP. Dates will  be announced soon, but now is the time to apply BEFORE seats 
are  filled. 
Contact Dave Potocki  716-888-4641 _dpotocki at statlercenter.org_ 
(mailto:dpotocki at statlercenter.org)     
Apply on-line at _www.statlercenter.org_ (http://www.statlercenter.org/)  


Microsoft  Software Training 
6-Hour  Microsoft CERTIFIED Courses 
REGISTER  NOW! 
For  Companies, Individuals, Groups 
The Olmsted Institute of  Business & Technology (OIBT), is a NYS Certified 
Business School  specializing in Microsoft software training. OIBT provides 
in-depth training  on all Microsoft Office products including MS 2003 and 2007! We 
offer all  levels of computer training from beginner, intermediate to 
advanced  users.  Be your best in Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, QuickBooks and  
much more. All classes are taught by our Microsoft Certified Master  
Instructors and may be tailored to your needs.   
- Upgrade your skills and  learn new Microsoft Programs. 
- Become much more valuable  to your employer. 
- Improve your opportunities  in today’s tough job market. 
“Your Microsoft Certified Instructors teach simply  and systematically. They 
made it very easy to learn a  lot!” 
Contact Jeff Pease  716-888-4526 _jpease at olmstedinstitute.org_ 
(mailto:jpease at olmstedinstitute.org) . 
Class schedules  at _www.olmstedinstitute.org_ 
(http://www.olmstedinstitute.org/) .  
High-End  Microsoft Training Opportunities 
OIBT will add special  training for Microsoft Systems Program Designers, 
Analysts, Administrators and  much more. Using Microsoft Certified Systems 
Trainers, these courses will be  industry standard, providing unparalleled skills for 
technology  careers. 
Please let us know what  special training you are looking for, to help us 
create this unique high-level  training. 
Contact Jeff Pease  716-888-4526 _jpease at olmstedinstitute.org_ 
(mailto:jpease at olmstedinstitute.org) . 

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