Class Schedule Health/Public Service Learning/Personal Enrichment Workforce Development

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1 2015 FALL Class Schedule Health/Public Service Learning/Personal Enrichment Workforce Development

2 CONTINUING EDUCATION 5 EASY WAYS TO REGISTER 1. New Instant Enrollment Enrichment/ 2. Phone , Ext CVCC Alexander Center for Education Mail Registration Form with payment to: CVCC, Cont.Educ Hwy 70-SE, Hickory, NC Fax Fax the Registration Form to Visit Visit the Cont. Educ. office at the CVCC East Campus all classes require pre-registration & pre-payment. Continuing Education Office Hours Mon - Thurs., 8am - 9pm Saturday, 8am - 2pm CLASSROOM LEGEND AC Alexander Center for Education Taylorsville, NC Corporate Development Center Hickory, NC EC CVCC East Campus Hickory, NC ELS Environmental Life Science Main Campus: Hickory, NC GW Good Will Conover, NC NRC Newton Recreation Center Newton, NC REP Robert E. Paap Education Building Main Campus: Hickory, NC TC Tarlton Complex Main Campus: Hickory NC VSL Vocational Shops/Lab Main Campus: Hickory NC WHSCC West Hickory Senior Citizen Center Hickory, NC DAY LEGEND M, Monday Tu, Tuesday W, Wednesday Th, Thursday F, Friday Sa, Saturday

3 Basic Skills Education Programs Classes are available at NO CHARGE East Campus Basic Skills/GED Open Lab Hours: Monday - Thursday 8 a.m. 3 p.m., and 4:30 8 p.m., Friday 8 a.m p.m. Saturday 9:30 a.m. 12 Noon (ESL only) Call (828) , ext. 4353, For times/days at the Alexander Center for Education in Taylorsville, please call (828) Adult Secondary Credential Options (Adult High School Diploma Program or the High School Equivalency Program, e.g. GED). Adult H.S. Diploma classes offer students 18 years and older the opportunity to earn a high school diploma sanctioned by the Board of Education of Catawba or Alexander Co Center for Education, Taylorsville (828) for more information or to sign up for an orientation. Now offered 100% online with on-campus support! Please call for more information. The High School Equivalency Program (such as GED) focuses on developing the academic skills needed to earn High School Equivalency through an approved exam (ex: the GED exam). Catawba Valley Community College offers classes in a variety of locations and online. Classes are FREE; however, there is a cost for the GED exam at the end. Scholarship funds may be available to those with demonstrated financial need. Minor students (ages 16 & 17) require written permission from a parent/guardian and may also require a superintendent s signature. Please contact the Basic Skills office at ext (or ext. 4129) or the Alexander Center for Education, Taylorsville (828) for more information or to sign up for an orientation. English as a Second Language (ESL) The ESL program is designed for adults with limited English Skills. Students will learn to speak, read, and write in English. Students will also learn health and safety information, how to deal with cultural differences, U.S. history, basic legal information, and citizenship. Classes are FREE and are available in several locations in Catawba and Alexander counties at various times such as days, nights, and weekends. Please contact the Basic Skills office at ext (or ext. 4357) or the Alexander Center for Education, Taylorsville (828) for more information. Adult Basic Education (ABE) The ABE program teaches adults to develop reading, writing, and math skills. Classes are FREE! Classes are available in several locations in Catawba and Alexander counties at various times such as days, nights, and weekends. Please contact the Basic Skills office at ext. 4353, or the Alexander Center for Education, Taylorsville (828) for more information. Compensatory Education (under ABE) The Compensatory Education courses offered at CVCC are a part of Adult Basic Education designed for adults who have intellectual disabilities or who have suffered a brain injury. These classes allow adults to develop reading, writing, and math skills in a way which promotes independent living and helps students transition to employment and college opportunities. Classes are FREE and are available in several locations in Catawba and Alexander counties. Please contact the Basic Skills office at ext (or ext. 4268) or the Alexander Center for Education, Taylorsville (828) for more information. Math Sense A six-week, intensive basic math review for students whose placement tests indicate this is the appropriate level to begin the developmental math (DMA) series for curriculum studies. Topics include: operations with whole numbers, decimals, and fractions; data analysis and measurement; statistics and probability; basic geometry; order of operations; and a brief introduction to algebraic expressions and integers. Contact the Basic Skills office for registration information , ext English Foundations An eight-week, intensive basic review for students whose placement tests indicate this is the appropriate reading and writing level in which to begin their curriculum studies. Topics include: vocabulary review, comprehension development, grammar review, basic sentence and paragraph construction, and the writing process. Contact the Basic Skills office for registration information (828) , ext Business/TechnologyTraining CAREER CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS Project Management Professional (PMP ) The new Project Management Professional (PMP ) Certification Program is designed to provide participants with the current PMI standards and the latest changes to the PMBOK Guide. The demand for project management expertise continues to grow in all types of organizations and fields. Determining Business Requirements $595 August 11 & 12 Tu/W 8am 5pm 109A PMP/CAPM Exam Prep $795 September 1-3 Tu/W/Th 8am 5pm 109A Personal Fitness Trainer Certification $648 This course prepares participants for success with key topics that include biomechanics, exercise physiology, fitness testing, equipment usage and health assessment. Upon completion of course and internship, students will be nationally certified through World Instructor Training school (W.I.T.S.), a leader in the field. October 17 - November 21 Sa 9am - 4pm TC CAREER CERTIFICATIONS CVCC, in partnership Gatlin Education Services, offers online open enrollment programs designed to provide the skills necessary to acquire professional level positions for many in-demand occupations. Enroll and begin your class any time. Loans and payment plans available to qualified individuals through Gatlin Education Services. For more information, contact Janet Lail at , ext or jwlail@cvcc.edu. Please visit for a complete listing of courses. Certified National Pharmaceutical Representative $1,795 Learn the skills necessary to become a certified pharmaceutical sales representative. The program covers pharmacology, medical terminology, physiology, and regulations. Legal Secretary $2,295 Master the skills you need to be a legal secretary and prepare for the National Association of Legal Professionals (NALS) Accredited Legal Secretary (ALS) exam. Paralegal $1,995 The Paralegal Online Training Program will prepare you for success in this growing career field. Your training will prepare you to become a legal secretary or paralegal and to take the certification exam. Advanced Coding for the Physician s Office $1,595 Take the next step in your career and prepare for the Certified Procedural Coding National Certification exam with the help of this online training program. Pharmacy Technician $1,995 Pharmacy technicians support licensed pharmacists in providing health care to patients. Train to enter this rapidly growing field with this respected online program. Veterinary Assistant $1,995 Prepare for a new career as a Veterinary Assistant as you learn how to care for animals and assist the veterinarian during examinations. Freight Broker/Agent Training $1,895 Become a part of the exciting trucking, freight logistics, and transportation industries! This program will teach you everything you need to know to start your own freight business or become a freight agent. AC Alexander Center for Education Corporate Development Center ELS Environmental Life Science GW Good Will NRC Newton Recreation Center

4 Computer Training For more information about these classes, please contact Janet Lail at , ext or at Getting to Know Your ipad $99 Participants will become familiar with the common and not-so-known features of an ipad. Upon completion of this course, participants will have increased confidence in using this new technology. August 18 Tu 9am 4pm AC September 23 W 9am 4pm EC 956 November 2 M 9am 4pm EC 956 Photoshop - Basics $75 If you want to work with graphics, Photoshop is the program you need to learn. Learn tools, layering, retouching and image manipulations in this foundation course using an instructor guided tutorial. 8/25/ /13/2015 Tu 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. REP 124 Photoshop - Intermediate $75 Take your Photoshop skills to the next level. Learn how to use adjustment layers, layer styles, vector shapes and alpha channels to create images that can be infinitely edited without any loss of quality. October 27 - December 15 Tu 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. REP 124 WordPress, Intro to $75 This is a hands-on introduction to WordPress. This session is intended for people who are interested in WordPress but haven t yet created a Word- Press site. Pages, posts, categories, tags, widgets, and plugins will be explained and you ll get a chance to play with a WordPress site to help the concepts sink in. August 25 & 27 Tu/Th 9am 4pm EC 956 October 5 & 7 M/W 9am 4pm EC 956 NOTARY PUBLIC TRAINING $75 Students should pre-register for notary classes in person at least two days prior to the class date. Students will be given the notary public handbook at the time of registration. Secretary of State s Office requires all students to read the handbook prior to attending the notary public class. For more information about these classes, please call Janet Lail at , ext or at jwlail@cvcc.edu. 8/5/2015 W 8:30-4:30 hr lunch AC 8/15/2015 Sa 8:30-4:30 hr lunch EC 956 8/24 & 25/2015 MTu 5:15-8:45 EC /17/2015 Th 8:30-4:30 hr lunch EC /28 & 29/015 MTu 5:15-8:45 EC /10/2015 Sa 8:30-4:30 hr lunch EC /13/2015 Tu 8:30-4:30 hr lunch EC /22/2015 Th 8:30-4:30 hr lunch AC 11/14/2015 S 8:30-4:30 hr lunch EC /16/2015 M 8:30-4:30 hr lunch EC /8/2015 Tu 8:30-4:30 hr lunch EC /11/2015 F 8:30-4:30 hr lunch AC 12/14 & 15, 2015 MTu 5:15-8:45 EC 1001 NORTH CAROLINA INSURANCE PRELICENSING Course Guarantee: Students who take and fail to pass the NC State Licensing Exam will be given a second attempt at no charge if they sit for the State Exam within 10 days of passing the class exam. Guarantee applies to all insurance classes except Medicare Supplement/Long-Term Care. Life Only $205 Enroll any date. Online course. This course is designed to prepare students for the NC State Life Insurance Agents Examination. Health Only $205 for the NC State Health & Accident or Sickness Insurance Agents Examination. Life & Health $345 for the NC State Life and Health & Accident or Sickness Insurance Agents Examination. Property Only $205 for the NC State Property Insurance Agents Examination. Casualty Only $205 for the NC State Casualty Insurance Agents Examination. Property & Casualty $345 for the NC State Property & Casualty Insurance Agents Examination. Medicare Supplement/Long-Term Care $170 for the NC State Medicare Supplement/Long-Term Care Insurance Agents Examination. Note: Course guarantee does not apply to Medicare Supplement/Long-Term Care class. Self-Employed Adjuster Prelicensing $345 for the NC State Property & Liability Adjusters Examination. Personal Lines $345 for the NC State Personal Lines Insurance Agents Examination. SUPERVISORY AND LEADERSHIP TRAINING Supervisory Certification Program $850 This certification program provides new or experienced supervisors with the tools and skills necessary for building personal confidence in their leadership role in the workplace. Class meets one day per month for eight months. Topics include the Role of the Supervisor and Change Management, Coaching, Mentoring, and Counseling, Performance Appraisals, Constructive Feedback, Rewards and Recognition, Time Management, Personality Types and Dealing with Difficult People, Employee Relations and Law, Financial Overview for Non-Financial Managers, and Communication in the Workplace. Class begins Sept. 3 Call/ Susan Blake, sblake@cvcc.edu, , ext SERVSAFE TRAINING ServSafe Training 7 Certification Exam (NEW) $167 North Carolina regulations require all establishments to have a manager on duty that is ServSafe certified. This regulation applies to hotels and motels with continental breakfast areas as well as traditional restaurants and food vendors. A company that is found to be noncompliant may be required to pay a costly fine as experience a loss of points on its sanitation grade. The ServSafe program helps prepare you for the ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification exam. Registration includes book and answer sheet. October 29 Th 1:30-5:30 pm EC ServSafe Certification Exam Only (NEW) $80 Renewal exam only. Registration fee includes answer sheet. August 25 Tu 1:30-5:30 pm EC November 24 Tu 1:30-5:30 pm EC AC Alexander Center for Education Corporate Development Center ELS Environmental Life Science GW Good Will NRC Newton Recreation Center

5 WORKFORCE CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE RENEWAL Auto Dealers Prelicensing $200 This 12-hour course meets the requirements for becoming an Independent Automobile Dealer in the state of NC. August Tu/W 8:30am - 3:30pm EC 1001 September 8-9 Tu/W 8:30am - 3:30pm EC 1001 October Tu/W 8:30am - 3:30pm EC 1001 November 9-10 M/T 8:30am - 3:30pm EC 1001 December 8-9 Tu/W 8:30am - 3:30pm EC 1001 Auto Dealers Renewal Training $75 This course meets the requirements of the State of North Carolina for six hours of Continuing Education required annually. August 13 Th 9am 4pm EC 1001 September 10 Th 9am 4pm EC 1001 October 15 Th 9am 4pm EC 1001 November 12 Th 9am 4pm EC 1001 December 10 Th 9am 4pm EC 1001 Electrical Contractor s Renewal Credit $70 This 8-hour course is designed to provide electrical professionals with updated information on the National Electrical Code and the NC Electrical Code. New materials and procedures, as well as related code requirements are reviewed. Emphasis given to new changes. August 15 Sa 8am 5pm EC 1001 September 19 Sa 8am 5pm EC 1001 October 17 Sa 8am 5pm EC 1001 November 14 Sa 8am 5pm EC 1001 December 12 Sa 8am 5pm EC 1001 Escort Vehicle Operator Certification $70 This 8-hour course satisfies the requirements set by the NC Dept of Transportation to certify Oversize-Overweight load escort vehicle drivers. August 10 M 8am 5pm EC 958 September 14 M 8am 5pm EC 958 October 12 M 8am 5pm EC 958 November 9 M 8am 5pm EC 958 December 14 M 8am 5pm EC 958 National Electric Code (NEC) Prep $180 This course is designed for non-licensed individuals who want to prepare for the NC Electrical Contractors Exam. Current code will be thoroughly covered and a practice test will be administered at the end. August 4 - December 8 Tu 6pm - 10pm EC 975 Retail Management & Operations Certificate (NEW) This curriculum was designed for the new or emerging Retail Manager as a tool to increase awareness of and improve skills related to managing and operating a retail enterprise. This curriculum is aligned with industry standards, as determined and validated by retail companies from across the United States, and the nationally recognized Professional Certification in Retail Management, awarded by National Retail Federation (NRF) Foundation. Lessons target five areas of accountability: Selling & Service, Human Resources, Operations, Merchandising, and Financial Reporting. Students will sit for the NRF Certification in Retail Management credential at the end of class. TBA Contact Janet Lail at , ext or jwlail@cvcc.edu for course dates and other information. SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP Certification Exam Prep (NEW) Earning your SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) credential establishes you as a recognized expert in the HR field. These new certifications recognize that HR professionals are at the core of leading organizational success. August 6 October 8 online November 6 8 F/Sa/Su 8:00am 6:00pm Vehicle OBDII Emissions Inspection--Initial $88 Covers the training for certification in the OMDII emissions inspection according to NC DMV regulations. Students must bring their drivers license and LT-310 Form (Action form for Inspector/Mechanic Certification) to class. August 15 Sa 8am 5pm VSL 209 September 19 Sa 8am 5pm VSL 209 October 10 Sa 8am 5pm VSL 209 November 14 Sa 8am 5pm VSL 209 December 12 Sa 8am 5pm VSL 209 Vehicle OBDII Emissions Inspection--Recertification $88 Covers the training for recertification for the OBDII emissions inspection according to NCDMV regulations. Must be certified in OBDII emissions in order to take this class. Students must bring drivers license & LT310 Form to class. August 29 Sa 8am - Noon VSL 209 September 26 Sa 8am - Noon VSL 209 October 24 Sa 8am - Noon VSL 209 November 21 Sa 8am - Noon VSL 209 Vehicle Safety Inspection $70 Learn the proper procedures for conducting vehicle safety inspections on motor vehicles according to NC DMV regulations. Students must bring drivers license and LT-310 Form (DMV Action Form for Inspector/Mechanic Certification) to class. August 8 Sa 8am 5pm VSL 209 September 12 Sa 8am 5pm VSL 209 October 3 Sa 8am 5pm VSL 209 November 7 Sa 8am 5pm VSL 209 December 5 Sa 8am 5pm VSL 209 Business/Advanced Manufacturing CATAWBA VALLEY FURNITURE ACADEMY Furniture Fundamentals $180, plus materials This course introduces students to the basic concepts of manufacturing and careers with-in the furniture industry. The course includes training in core concepts such as manufacturing concepts, measurements and math, teamwork and communications, safety, lean, and problem solving. TBD M/Tu/W/Th 5:30pm - 8:30pm Pattern Making This course covers the techniques and procedures for fabricating cutting patterns. Topics include frame measurement, pattern development, and pattern making. *Take Manual Cutting prior to this course. TBD M/Tu/W/Th 5:30pm - 8:30pm EC 1079 Manual Cutting Module I includes understanding work order specifications, pattern placement, working with patterns on fabric, fabric characteristics, cutting techniques, proper use of cutting tools, and cutting and sewing simple fabrics. Module II covers advanced cutting on a variety of fabrics and furniture styles. Emphasis is placed on cutting complex patterns for a variety of furniture styles, flow matching and the use of patterned fabrics. *Take Furniture Fundamentals prior to this course. TBD M/Tu/W/Th 5:30pm - 8:30pm EC 1079 Automated Cutting Module I introduces the basic operating procedures of automated cutting equipment in the upholstery industry. Emphasis is placed on operation of automated cutting equipment. Module II covers computer functions as they relate to the operation of the automated cutter. Topics include correcting and positioning of markers on fabric, cutting of multiple layers of fabric, and an overview of software. *Take Manual Cutting prior to this course. TBD M/Tu/W/Th 5:30pm - 8:30pm EC 1079 AC Alexander Center for Education Corporate Development Center ELS Environmental Life Science GW Good Will NRC Newton Recreation Center

6 Sewing Module I introduces skills needed to sew upholstery and covers operation of a standard sewing machine. Topics include exposure to hand cutting, machine operation, safety, adjustments and maintenance, threading, and sewing straight lines, corners, curves, and welts. Upon completion, students should be able to operate and maintain a standard sewing machine for upholstery fabric. Module II covers operation of more advanced equipment on complex fabric patterns and designs. Emphasis is placed on double needle, zipper, border, and computerized machines and on matching stripes and patterns. Upon completion, students should be able to operate advanced sewing equipment on complex fabrics. *Take Furniture Fundamentals prior to this course. TBD M/Tu/W/Th 5:30pm - 8:30pm EC 1079 Introduction to Upholstery This course teaches students the fundamentals of upholstering furniture starting with basic seat construction, and introducing safe use of inside and outside upholstery tools, materials and techniques. *Take Furniture Fundamentals prior to this course. TBD M/Tu/W/Th 5:30pm - 8:30pm EC 1079 Spring Up This course covers seat construction for a variety of furniture styles. Topics include webbing, light-weight springs, and eight-way tie construction. Upon completion, students should be able to develop seat construction for furniture styles ranging from simple to complex. *Take Introduction to Upholstery prior to this course. TBD M/Tu/W/Th 5:30pm - 8:30pm EC 1079 Inside Upholstery Module I covers basic aspects of inside upholstering tasks for simple furniture styles. Topics include the padding and upholstering, seat decks, inside backs and arms and fitting cushions. Upon completion, students should be able to upholster seat decks, arms, inside backs and arms and fit cushions for comfort. Module II covers advanced inside upholstering tasks for chairs, love seats, and sofas. Emphasis is placed on channeling and tufting for all styles and types. Upon completion, students should be able to complete inside upholstering of complex styles of furniture and be comfortable working with a variety of fabrics and patterns. *Take Introduction to Upholstery prior to this course. TBD M/Tu/W/Th 5:30pm - 8:30 pm EC 1079 Outside Upholstery Module I introduces the application of an outside cover to a basic frame. Topics include double covering and proper use of padding on the outside of chairs, love seats, and sofas. Upon completion, students should be able to cover and pad the outside of chairs, love seats, and sofas. Module II covers application of outside coverings to frames using more complex fabric and decoration. Emphasis is placed on applying skirts and decorative trim, including matching of stripes. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate proficiency in covering furniture outside and applying decorative trim and matching of stripes. *Take Introduction to Upholstery prior to this course. TBD M/Tu/W/Th 5:30pm - 8:30 pm EC 1079 MECHATRONICS Contact Kristin Wright at , ext for class dates and times. Mechatronics combines the disciplines of mechanics, fluid power, electricity, and electronic controls (PLCs). CVCC s Continuing Education Mechatronics program equips students with practical knowledge and hands-on skills required to install, repair, and maintain the complex machines used in advanced manufacturing. Mechatronics Fundamentals Certificate $180 tuition + $380 materials Consists of three modules that cover Industrial Mechanics, Fluid Power, and Industrial Electricity. Students may enroll in the entire 144 hour program or may, alternatively, enroll in the individual modules. Students who successfully complete this program will earn a CVCC certificate and will also have an opportunity to earn a 3rd party nationally recognized credential. Aug Feb. 25 Tu/Th 1pm-4pm Mechatronics Controls Certificate $180 tuition + $400 materials The Mechatronics Controls Certificate program consists of three modules that cover Motor Controls, PLCs, and Mechatronic Systems. Students who successfully complete this program will earn a CVCC certificate and will also have an opportunity to earn a 3rd party nationally recognized credential. Pre-requisite: Mechatronics Fundamentals or demonstrated knowledge. Aug Feb. 29 M/W 1pm-4pm Six Sigma Green Belt $1175 This course includes 24 classroom hours of interactive and dynamic online instruction. Participants will learn the tools needed to define, measure, analyze, improve and control a Six Sigma project. Upon successful completion of the course and final exam, students will receive a CVCC Six Sigma Green Belt Certification. June 3 - July 15 W 8am Noon Six Sigma Black Belt $2750 Provides 40 hours of classroom instruction of interactive and dynamic online instruction. The course prepares you to become an effective Six Sigma Project Leader. It also prepares you to take the ASQ Six Sigma Black Belt Certification exam. The course itself includes training in Failure Mode and Effects Analysis, Control Charts, Introduction to Inferential Statistics, use of Minitab software, Introduction to Lean Principles, and many other areas of training. Upon successful completion of the course and final exam, students will receive a CVCC Six Sigma Black Belt Certification. July 6 - Sept. 21 M 8am Noon ISO/TS Internal Auditor Training $600 This course is designed to help anyone responsible for management systems auditing to become a more proficient professional. It will cover a number of areas including: audit preparation, audit performance, audit reporting, auditing tools, and many other components of the process. August 5, 6, & 7 W/Th/F 8am - 5pm Catawba Valley Manufacturing Academy - Coming October 2015! For more information please call ext Health & Human Services For more information: Contact Donna Davis, (828) , ext ALL CLASSES REQUIRE TEXTS UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED EMT-Basic course $175 Designed to provide the student with the essentials to serve as an entry level EMT-Basic upon successful completion. Pre-requisites: HS Diploma, Adult High School Credential, ex: GED, and 10th grade Reading Placement Test. Students will be required to complete a criminal background check including sex offender and public protection registry covering a minimum of seven years. In addition, some clinical facilities require students to submit to a drug screening. Must be 17 years old by class end date to register. After successful completion of the class/lab portion, students will be assigned to a 12 hour (1 time) clinical rotation. Occasional Saturday 8 am - 5 pm August 18 - December 17 Tu/Th 6-10 pm EC 1025 Healthcare Provider CPR Initial and Recertification courses are available monthly. The essentials of Basic Cardiac Life Support as approved by the American Heart Association. Contact Carla Black at ext for available dates, times and locations. Cost $ and group discounts are available upon request. AC Alexander Center for Education Corporate Development Center ELS Environmental Life Science GW Good Will NRC Newton Recreation Center

7 Basic Coding Prerequisites: Medical Terminology, Medical Front Office & Billing. Sept Dec. 10 Tu/Th 5:30-8:30pm EC CPC Exam Prep $70 + Text Prerequisites: Successful completion of Advanced Cording or 1 year of coding experience within the past 5 years. Student must also bring 2013 ICD-9, 2014 CPT and HCPCS. October 10 Sa 8:30am -8:30pm EC EKG Certification & Basic Cardiology $125 Oct. 6 - Dec. 1 Tu/Th 6pm - 9pm EC EKG Certification & Basic Cardiology $ Sept Nov. 30 M/W 6pm - 9pm EC ICD-10 for Outpatient Coding $70 + Text Prerequisites: Advanced Coding, or 2 yrs experience as a coder, or proof of coder certification. Oct Nov. 17 Tu 6pm - 9pm EC Medical Front Office/Billing Prerequisite: Med Term Aug Nov. 19 Tu/Th 5:30-8:30pm EC Medical Terminology Sept. 9 - Dec. 16 M/W 5:30-8:30pm EC Aug Dec. 7 M 5:30-8:30pm EC Pharmacy Technician Training July 21 - Sept. 24 Tu/W/Th 5-8pm AC Sept Dec. 3 Tu/W/Th 5-8pm EC Medication Aide $ This course is designed to prepare non-licensed personnel with the skills required by the North Carolina Board of Nursing to practice as a Medication Aide in long-term care/skilled nursing facilities within the state of North Carolina. Upon successful completion, students are eligible to sit for the NC State Medication Administration Certification Examination (MACE) in order to become listed on the North Carolina Division of Health Service Regulation Medication Aide Registry. Required at registration: Current US government issued, signature bearing photo ID, high school diploma, or adult high credential, ie. GED, Certificate of completion of a NC Board Approved Nurse Aide I program and be currently listed on the NC Nurse Aide I Registry with no substantiated findings. Textbook required. November 2-30 M/W 8:30am - Noon EC 948 Nurse Aide I $ This course introduces basic nursing skills required to provide personal care for patients, residents, or clients in various health care settings by nonlicensed personnel. Students will participate in supervised classroom, lab, and clinical experiences consistent with standards of practice upheld by the NC Board of Nursing (NCBON) and OBRA. Emphasis is placed on communication, safety, patients rights, personal care, vital signs, elimination, nutrition, emergencies, rehabilitation, and mental health. Upon completion, students should be able to possess adequate knowledge of the required topics and demonstrate the necessary skills to sit for the National Nurse Aide Administration Program Examination (NNAAP). Required at registration: Current US government issued, signature bearing photo ID, and high school diploma or Adult Secondary Credential, ie., GED. Prerequisites: Successful completion of Pathways to CNA and Pre-test (or) documentation of placement into English 111 (or) completion of Reading 090. Textbook, Workbook & Manual required. Aug Nov. 18 W 8am-4:30pm EC Aug Nov. 12 Tu/Th 8am-4:30pm GW Aug March 21 M/W 5-9pm EC 970/971 Aug Nov. 19 Tu/Th 8am-4:30pm AC 125 Aug Mar. 30 Tu/Th 5-9pm AC 125 Sept Jan. 15 M/W 8am-4:30pm GW Oct. 6 - Apr. 28 Tu/Th 5-9pm EC 970/971 Oct May 25 M/W 5-9pm AC 125 Nov. 2 - Feb. 29 M/W 8am-4:30pm EC 970/971 Nov Mar. 8 Tu/Th 8am-4:30pm EC970/971 Dec. 1 - Mar. 17 Tu/Th 8am-4:30pm GW Dec. 1 - Mar. 17 Tu/Th 8am-4:30pm AC 125 Nurse Aide I Refresher $ This course provides a review of the fundamentals of basic nursing care for individuals who have previously been listed on the NC DHSR as a CNA I and have a lapse with their current certification. This program grants individuals possessing an out of state CNA I Certification access in gaining adequate knowledge through the introduction of the NC Nurse Aide I Approved-Curriculum. During this course, the basic Nurse Aide I theory and skills are reviewed which includes lab practice of personal care procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to possess adequate knowledge of the required topics and demonstrate the necessary skills to sit for the National Nurse Aide Administration Program Examination (NNAAP). Required at registration: Current US government issued, signature bearing photo ID, Documented proof of listing as a CNA I on a state registry, Documented proof of any name change since initial/previous listing, Documented proof of expired Nurse Aide I listing within the past two years. Textbook & Manual required. July 28 - Aug. 13 Tu/Th 8am-4:30pm AC Nurse Aide II $ This course provides training of non-licensed personnel in selected advanced nurse aide procedures. Students will participate in supervised classroom, lab, and clinical experiences consistent with standards of practice upheld by the NC Board of Nursing (NCBON) and OBRA. Emphasis is placed on infection control, sterile technique, wound care, observation and maintenance of oxygen therapy, oropharyngeal suctioning, established tracheostomy care, enteral nutrition, urinary and bowel elimination. Upon successful completion, students should be able to qualify with the NC Board of Nursing to obtain their CNA II certification. Required at registration: Current US government issued, signature-bearing photo-id, High school diploma or GED, Certificate of completion of a NC Board Approved Nurse Aide I program and be currently listed on the NC Nurse Aide I Registry with no substantiated findings. Textbook & Manual required. Sept Feb. 23 Tu/Th 5-10pm EC 948 Phlebotomy $ Prerequisite: Pathways to Healthcare, HS Diploma/Adult Secondary Credential, e.g. GED. Students are required to have completed a Federal and North Carolina criminal background check including sex offender and public protection registry covering a minimum of seven years. In addition, some clinical facilities require students to submit to a drug screening (at the student s expense). Students will practice sticking technique on each other in class. Must be 18 to register. AFTER successful completion of the class/lab portion, students will be assigned to a 40 hour (1 week) clinical rotation. Aug Nov. 18 W/Tu/Th 8am - 1pm AC Oct. 5 - Dec. 9 M/Tu/W 4-9pm EC AC Alexander Center for Education Corporate Development Center ELS Environmental Life Science GW Good Will NRC Newton Recreation Center

8 Human Resources Development The Human Resources Development Program (HRD) is designed to provide training and assistance to students who wish to increase knowledge of self, sharpen communication and human relation skills, explore career and educational options, set realistic goals, prepare a professional resume, learn effective interviewing and networking techniques and conduct an active job search. Students enrolling in HRD classes may be eligible for a fee waiver if they meet certain criteria: Unemployed Received notice of lay-off Working and eligible for Federal Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) Working and earning at or below 200% of federal poverty guidelines For more information about HRD, call , ext. 4370, ext. 4522, or visit the website: Class dates are subject to change without notice. Computer Literacy for the Workplace East Campus $125 Develop a moderate comfort level of basic computer-use skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and keyboarding. Learn to use technology in searching for jobs, researching career and occupational information, compiling resumes, cover letters and applications. Understand the impact of social media on employment and understand the role of technology in the workplace. August 4 - August 27 Tu/W/Th 8am - Noon EC 946 September 1 - September 24 Tu/W/Th 8am - Noon EC 946 September 29 - October 22 Tu/W/Th 8am - Noon EC 946 October 27 - November 24 Tu/W/Th 8am - Noon EC 946 December 1 - December 17 Tu/W/Th 8am - Noon EC 946 Computer Literacy for the Workplace Alexander County $125 On Demand M/W 1-5 pm or 5-9 pm AC Employability Lab DAY Open Entry East Campus $180 Prepare to earn a Career Readiness Certificate. Utilizing the KeyTrain module, Career Readiness Certificate. Lab instructors are also available to assist in completing a resume. Bring job information and references information. Copies of resumes will be printed. Search for job openings on NCWorks Online. A new addition to the class is the ACT Soft Skills Suite which encompasses the skills needed by employers. NC Works Career Center - Catawba is partnering with CVCC in this process. Aug Dec. 10 Tu/W/Th 9am - Noon; 1-4pm EC 1046 Employability Lab NIGHT Open Entry East Campus $180 Aug Dec. 14 M 5:30pm 8:30pm EC 1046 Employability Lab DAY Open Entry Alexander County $180 Aug Dec. 10 Tu/Th 8:30am 12:30pm AC New Start Career Skills $70 Use technology in searching for jobs, researching career and occupational information, compiling resumes, cover letters and applications. Earn a Career Readiness Certificate, learn appropriate workplace behavior, effective job search & job retention skills, interviewing tips & techniques, time, stress, problem solving skills at work and at home, and dealing with negative information. Goodwill Career Connection is a partnership endeavor. August M/Tu/W 8:30am - 12:30pm GW September M/Tu/W 8:30am - 12:30pm GW October M/Tu/W 8:30am - 12:30pm GW November 9-18 M/Tu/W 8:30am - 12:30pm GW December 7-16 M/Tu/W 8:30am - 12:30pm GW Pathways to Health Careers - East Campus $70 The curriculum is based on a specific occupation in healthcare including Phlebotomy, Medical Terminology, Nurse Aid I, etc., and addresses one or more of the following topics: career exploration, job seeking and keeping strategies, entry-level skill awareness and development, and training success strategies including note-taking, test-taking strategies, reducing text anxiety, and placement tests. A prerequisite for Phlebotomy and NA I. (Pre-test given in this class). Aug Sept. 3 M/Tu/W/Th 8am - 2:30pm EC 1114 October 5-8 M/Tu/W/Th 8am - 2:30pm EC 1114 November 2-5 M/Tu/W/Th 8am - 2:30pm EC 1114 Nov Dec. 3 M/Tu/W/Th 8am - 2:30pm EC 1114 Pathways to Health Careers - Alexander Center August Tu/W/Th 5:30-9:30pm AC October Tu/W/Th 5:30-9:30pm AC Pathways to Healthcare - Goodwill, Conover Sept Oct. 1 Tu/W/Th 5-9pm GW Success in the Workplace $70 This class works with students needing job skills education. Goal setting, communication, interviewing skills/mock interviews, networking skills and participate in job search activities with an introduction to the ACT Soft Skills Suite. Aug Sept. 9 M/W 8:30am - 3pm AC October 5-14 M/W 8:30am - 3pm AC November 2-11 M/W 8:30am - 3pm AC Nov Dec. 9 M/W 8:30am - 3pm AC Public Safety CPR Initial and Recertification classes available monthly Cost: $70, Group rates available Contact Carla Black, , ext Small Business Center CVCC s Small Business Center provides confidential business counseling and business-related seminars to individuals interested in starting a business and to existing small business owners. These services are paid for by a grant from the NC state government. Programs include the Small Business Center s Step-Up, Start-Up series of seminars which are designed to help individuals interested in starting a business understand the pros and cons of business ownership. Participants can attend individual seminars or the entire series. There is no cost to attend, but pre-registration is required. All session are offered Tuesdays from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM. Fall Step-Up, Start-Up sessions. You Inc. Tu, 9/29/15, 6:30 8:30 p.m. Idea to Opportunity Tu, 10/6/15, 6:30 8:30 p.m. Creating the Image, Crafting the Message Tu, 10/13/15, 6:30 8:30 p.m. Reaching Customer Targets Tu, 10/20/15, 6:30 8:30 p.m. Keeping $ Score $ Tu, 10/27/15, 6:30 8:30 p.m. Road Map to Success Tu, 11/3/15, 6:30 8:30 p.m. AC Alexander Center for Education Corporate Development Center ELS Environmental Life Science GW Good Will NRC Newton Recreation Center

9 Small Business Center (cont.) Individual Fall Seminars NO-COST to attend, pre-registration is required. Check the website at for updates. Fundraising Fundamentals for Non-Profits Tu, 8/18/15, 9 a.m. 12 p.m. ecommerce Part 1 Selling Products On-Line M, 8/24/15, 5:30 8:30 p.m. Financing Your Business Tu, 8/25/15, 4 6 p.m. AC Selling on ETSY for Your Small Business Th, 8/27/15, 5:30 8:30 p.m. ecommerce Part 2 Create an On-Line Store, M 8/31/15, 5:30 8:30 p.m. LinkedIn for Your Small Business Tu, 9/1/15, 6:00 8:00 p.m. Pricing Your Products Th, 9/3/15, 9am 12pm. How to Start a Business Tu, 9/15/15, 4pm 6pm. How to Find Your Customer Th, 9/17/15, 5:30 8:30 p.m. Cat. County Library Marketing Your Business Th, 9/24/15, 5:30 8:30 p.m. Financing Your Business Th, 11/19/15, 4 6 p.m. AC Business Taxes A-Z Tu, 12/1/15, 5:30 8:30 p.m. AC Additional seminars are added to the schedule throughout the year, so check for more information. To register for any of these programs, contact the Small Business Center at , ext or visit to register on-line. Community Enrichment Defensive Driving & 25 If you have received a traffic citation in Catawba, Burke or Caldwell counties, you may be eligible to have it reduced by the District Attorney by completing a Defensive Driving and/or 25 course. If eligible, this course must be completed at least five working days before your scheduled court date and there will be no driver s license points, no insurance points, and no court appearance. For additional information: Contact: or Cheri Toney at ctoney@cvcc.edu Art Media of Your Choice $55 Immerse yourself in the world of art and explore a variety of materials-painting, landscape art, and portraits all combined in one class. You choose what you would like and concentrate on your area of interest. Discover new possibilities and achieve creations of mixed media works of art. A supply list will be mailed prior to class. September 8 - October 27 Tu 8:30am-11:30am EC 1209 Art Media of Your Choice Workshop $30 This is a continuation of the Art Media class--immerse yourself in the world of art and explore a variety of materials-painting, landscape art, and portraits all combined in one class. You choose what you would like and concentrate on your area of interest. Discover new possibilities and achieve creations of mixed media works of art. A supply list will be mailed prior to class. November 10 - December 8 Tu 8:30am-11:30am EC 1209 Bow Making Workshop for the Holidays $10 Learn the basics to construction hands-on. Class includes various methods of bow tying needed to decorate beautiful wreaths. October 27 - November 17 Tu 1-3 pm WHSCC Creative Writing $70 Published author and former classroom teacher Susan Woodring will guide students in every stage of poetry, story, and play writing from brainstorming ideas to plot and character creation to finished work! Participants will engage in dynamic, cooperative, and fun activities to boost creativity. September 8 - October 27 Tu 6:30pm-8:30pm EC 958 Crocheting & Knitting $35 Learn the timeless art of crocheting and knitting in this basic introduction course. Concentrate in one area or dabble in both. Learn how to read and follow patterns, several basic stitches, and tips and techniques. September 15 - November 3 Tu 1pm-3pm WHSCC Crocheting and Knitting Workshop $20 Learn the timeless art of crocheting and knitting in this basic introduction course. Concentrate in one area or dabble in both. Learn how to read and follow patterns, several basic stitches, and tips and techniques. November 10 - December 1 Tu 1pm-3pm WHSCC Fall Deco Mesh Wreath Making $55 In this two-week class, learn the basics of Deco-Mesh wreath construction hands-on. Class includes various methods of decorating a fall wreath. A supply list is included in the registration fee and it will be given on the first night of class. Students will have a finished fall wreath after completion. October 22 - November 3 Tu 6pm-8pm EC1209 Flower Design for the Holidays $70 Learn the different designs of flower arranging, wreath making and other items for the home, along with flower techniques for holiday designs. September 1 - October 20 Tu 6pm-8pm EC1209 Freelance Writing $70 In this six-week course, this class will show writers of all skill levels the keys to generating income by selling articles to magazines and newspapers. September 8 - October 13 Tu 7pm-9pm EC 956 GED In Spanish $70 Taught in Spanish, this class is designed to prepare students to take their GED exams. August 20 - October 8 Th 5pm-9pm EC 1009 August 21 - October 9 F 5pm-9pm EC 955 August 22 - October 10 Sa 10am-2pm EC 955 October 15 - December 10 Th 5pm-9pm EC 1009 October 16 - December 11 F 5pm-9pm EC 955 October 17 - December 12 Sa 10am-2pm EC 955 Get Your Brushes Wet $55 This class offers a solid foundation in paint application and proper use of a variety of materials including oil, acrylic, watercolor, and pastel. Learn how to organize a composition, mix colors, and develop general painting skills. September 9 - October 28 W 9am-Noon EC 1209 September 9 - October 28 W 5:30pm-8:30pm EC 1209 September 9 - October 28 W 1pm-4pm WHSCC Get Your Brushes Wet Workshop $30 A continuation of Get Your Brushes Wet, this class offers a solid foundation in paint application and proper use of materials including oil, acrylic, watercolor and pastels. Learn how to organize a composition, mix colors, and develop general painting skills. November 18 - December 16 W 9am-Noon EC 1209 November 18 - December 16 W 5:30pm-8:30pm EC 1209 November 18 - December 16 W 1pm-4pm WHSCC AC Alexander Center for Education Corporate Development Center ELS Environmental Life Science GW Good Will NRC Newton Recreation Center

10 Golf for Beginners $ range balls Designed for the beginning golfer with little or no experience, this class is for the person who is starting to play golf and wants to learn the correct golf techniques. September 8 - October 6 Tu 6pm-8pm EC 1009 & Hampton Heights Golf Course Guitar-Country Music Level I $70 Students will gain a basic knowledge of tuning, strumming, chords, and chord charts in this beginning guitar class. Students must bring their own guitars. September 8 - October 20 Tu 6pm-8pm REP 211 Guitar-Country Music Level II $35 After gaining basic knowledge of tuning, strumming, chords, and chord charts in the beginning guitar class, students will gain further experience in the Level II class. Students must bring their own guitars. October 27 - November 17 Tu 6pm-8pm REP 211 Gunsmithing Basics Long Gun $ includes tool kit Learn the basic use of tools, purpose of specific equipment, safety, and a general familiarization of gunsmithing. Students will be introduced to general gunsmithing activities such as care, maintenance, and repair of handguns. September 14 - October 19 M 6pm-9pm EC 1050 Gunsmithing Basics Handguns $ includes tool kit Learn the basic use of tools, purpose of specific equipment, safety, and a general familiarization of gunsmithing. Students will be introduced to general gunsmithing activities such as care, maintenance, and repair of hand guns. November 2 - December 14 M 6pm-9pm EC 1050 Herb Your Way to a Healthy Life $60 Learn basic nutrition from a Registered Dietitian to better understand everyday food choices. Discussion of different types of herbs that are used for foods and drinks will be covered. Other topics include the basics of nutrition, meal planning, pantry basics, celebration eating, science of eating and eating for personal health. After completing this class, students will be able to make choices for better health. September 10 - October 8 Th 6pm-9pm EC 1209 Holiday Cooking Made Healthy! $60 In this class students will learn from a Registered Dietitian to understand basic nutrition for healthier choices during the holidays! Learn the different types of herbs used in foods and drinks. This class will cover basic nutrition, meal planning, pantry basics, celebrating eating, science of eating, and eating for personal health. Students will learn to make choices for better health and eat healthier during the holiday. October 22 - November 19 Th 6pm-9pm EC 1209 Landscaping Basics $70 Learn the principles and practices of basic landscaping. September 14 - October 19 M 6pm-8pm EC 975 Light Room for Beginners - Photography $70 Whether you re a photo enthusiast or new to photography, this class is designed to teach the student about the fundamentals of digital camera operations and teach you the basics of light room photography. You will be introduced to digital photo imaging, exploring the use of hardware/software, image capture, and input/output devices as well as discover techniques for cropping and editing photos, adding effects, and creating beautiful prints. Students must bring a SLR Digital Camera to class. October 29 - December 10 Th 6pm-8pm AC 118 Line Dancing - A Fun Way to Exercise $55 Have you ever watched people line dance and wished you could do it too? Come learn some popular line dances and some Zumba steps while getting a great cardio workout. Line dancing can be done to a wide variety of music from oldies to jazz to country. No partners needed. September 10 - October 15 Th 6pm-7:30pm NRC Photography - Nature $90 Learn creative techniques and strategies to better capture the beauty of nature through photography. Textbook: Nature Photography Field Guide by John Shaw at Barnes & Noble or Amazon.com. Two Saturday Field Trips - instructor will schedule dates and notify class. September 10 - October 29 Th 6-8pm EC 956 Needle Fun $45 Variety is the spice of life in this class as participants choose which needle you want to use including a knitting needle, an embroidery needle, or even a crochet hook. September 15 - November 3 Tu 9am-Noon NRC Needle Fun Workshop $25 A continuation of Needle Fun, participants choose which needle you want to use including a knitting needle, an embroidery needle, or even a crochet hook. November 10 - December 1 Tu 9am-Noon NRC Oil & Acrylic Painting $55 This class is designed for beginners and those wanting to improve their painting skills. Emphasis will be on color mixing, techniques, safety in using materials, and learning to see color and composition. Supply list available prior to class. September 9 - October 28 W 6pm-9pm AC 107 Photography Digital Basics $70 Come learn the basics to taking great pictures with your digital camera. Designed for new users of digital SLR cameras, this class will focus on the fundamentals of digital camera operations. You will be introduced to digital photo imaging, exploring the use of hardware/software, image capture, and input/output devices. Students must bring an SLR camera to class. September 10 - October 15 Th 6pm-8pm AC 118 November 5 - December 17 Th 6pm-8pm EC 956 Photography Digital Basics $70 Are you making the best pictures possible with your camera? Learn the operations of a digital camera and what makes digital photography different from traditional film photography. This course introduces digital photo imaging, exploring the use of hardware/software, image capture, and input/output devices. Students must bring a SLR digital camera to class. Textbook required: Digital Photography 1,2,3-Taking and Printing Great Pictures by Rob Sheppard which can be purchased at Barnes and Noble or amazon.com. November 5 - December 17 Th 6pm-8pm EC 956 Quilting Back To The Basics $45 Designed for the beginner to intermediate student, you ll start with the basics and go from there. You decide what size quilt and what pattern you want to make. September 14 - November 2 M 9am-Noon NRC Quilting Back to the Basics Workshop $25 Designed for the beginner to intermediate student, you ll start with the basics and go from there. You decide what size quilt and what pattern you want to make. November 9 - November 30 M 9am-Noon NRC Sewing Beginning Level I $70 Designed for the beginner, students will learn how to thread and use a sewing machine as well as learn simple sewing techniques and how to sew small items using straight and curve seams. September 10 - October 15 Th 6pm-9pm EC 975 Sewing-Beginning Level II $70 This is a continuation of the Beginning Level I Sewing. October 22 - December 8 Th 6pm-9pm EC 975 Shag-Beginning $55 per person Learn the dance of the south by learning the six count method, this course includes the basic shag step, female turn, male turn, chase, cuddle, pivot, the lead out, and variations on the fundamental steps. Partners are needed for this class. September 1 - October 6 Tu 7pm-8:30pm NRC AC Alexander Center for Education Corporate Development Center ELS Environmental Life Science GW Good Will NRC Newton Recreation Center

11 Sign Language Level I $70 This introductory class will prepare students to communicate with the deaf/ hearing impaired at a limited social level. Students will focus on mastering the basics of fingerspelling, basic vocabulary, and facial expressions using the American Sign Language (ASL). Required book called The Joy of Signing is available for purchase on the first night of class. Approximately $25. September 14 - October 19 M 6:30pm-8:30pm EC 958 Sign Language Level II $70 Continuation of Sign Language, Level I. Class will prepare students to use American Sign Language to communicate with the deaf/hearing impaired at a limited social level. Students will continue to focus on mastering the basics of fingerspelling, basic vocabulary, and facial expressions. November 2 - December 14 M 6:30pm-8:30pm EC 958 Soap Making - The Basics and Beyond $65 This class will teach the student the basics of using olive oil soap, understanding safety & preparations as well as build knowledge of advanced techniques to make oatmeal, milk and honey soap. September M 6pm-9pm EC 1209 Soap Making Advanced - Holiday Soap $65 This class will teach the student the basics of using olive oil soap, understanding safety & preparations as well as build knowledge of advanced techniques to make oatmeal, milk and honey soap. Students will make a wonderful smelling holiday soap to take home. Must have completed Soap Making-Basics and Beyond. November 2-16 M 6pm-9pm EC 1209 Soap Making - Using Lotions $45 In this one-day class, students will learn the basics of creating lotions in an organic way. October 12 M 6pm-9pm EC 1209 Soap Making - Using Oils $35 In this one-day class, students will learn the basics of creating oils in an organic way. October 26 M 6pm-9pm EC 1209 Spanish For Beginners Level I $70 Students will get an introduction to expressions and vocabulary for basic conversation with special focus on travel to a Spanish speaking country. Textbook required Spanish in 10 Minutes a Day-6th Edition. September 14 - November 2 M 6pm-8pm Sherrills Ford Library September 10 - October 15 Th 6pm-8pm EC 1111 Spanish For Beginners Level II $70 This is a continuation of Spanish I, covering introduction to expressions and vocabulary for basic conversation with special focus on travel to a Spanish speaking country. Textbook required Spanish in 10 Minutes a Day-6th Edition. October 29 - December 10 Th 6pm-8pm EC 1111 Stained Glass - Level I $50 Learn the fundamentals of stained glass design in this fun and entertaining class. You will learn how to choose the correct glass, create patterns, cut and grind glass and complete two projects. A supply list is available prior to class; approximate cost of supplies is $ September 14 - October 19 M 6:30pm-8:30pm NRC Stained Glass - Level I I $50 Students will build on the fundamentals of stained glass design. You will learn how to choose the correct glass, create patterns, cut and grind glass and complete two projects. A supply list is available prior to class; approximate cost of supplies is $ November 2 - December 14 M 6:30pm-8:30pm NRC Watercolors Techniques Intermediate to Advanced $55 This class is geared for students with watercolor experience and designed to help you take your paintings to the next level. Students will explore advanced painting concepts and learn to incorporate more detail into their paintings. September 14 - October 26 M 10am-1pm EC 1209 November 2 - December 7 M 10am-1pm EC 1209 Your higher education is possible. APPLY. VISIT. ENROLL Fall Registration Curriculum Classes July x 4216 cvcc.edu AC Alexander Center for Education Corporate Development Center ELS Environmental Life Science GW Good Will NRC Newton Recreation Center

12 continuing education FALL 2015 CONTINUING EDUCATION Catawba Valley Community College cvcc.edu Visit the Continuing Education web page at: Enrichment/ Contact the CVCC Main Campus at and CVCC Alexander Center at Or visit the college s website at cvcc.edu for additional information about our campus, degree offerings, training opportunities, student information, and much more! Refund Policy This policy includes all occupational and community services classes. A FULL refund will be given if the student officially withdraws from class prior to the first meeting. Refunds for selfsupport classes may differ. After the class begins, a 75% refund of tuition only will be made if the student officially withdraws from the class prior to or on the 10% point of scheduled hours. Please allow 2 weeks for processing of refunds. CVCC Is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution AC Alexander Center for Education Corporate Development Center ELS Environmental Life Science GW Good Will NRC Newton Recreation Center

13 For more information: Contact Donna Davis, (828) , ext ALL CLASSES REQUIRE TEXTS UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED EMT-Basic course $175 Designed to provide the student with the essentials to serve as an entry level EMT-Basic upon successful completion. Pre-requisites: HS Diploma, Adult High School Credential, ex: GED, and 10th grade Reading Placement Test. Students will be required to complete a criminal background check including sex offender and public protection registry covering a minimum of seven years. In addition, some clinical facilities require students to submit to a drug screening. Must be 17 years old by class end date to register. After successful completion of the class/lab portion, students will be assigned to a 12 hour (1 time) clinical rotation. August 18 - December 17 Tu/Th 6-10 p.m. EC 1025 Occasional Sat. 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Healthcare Provider CPR Initial and Recertification courses are available monthly. The essentials of Basic Cardiac Life Support as approved by the American Heart Association. Contact Carla Black at ext for available dates, times and locations. Cost $ and group discounts are available upon request. Basic Coding Prerequisites: Medical Terminology, Medical Front Office & Billing. Sept Dec. 10 Tu/Th 5:30-8:30 p.m. EC CPC Exam Prep $70 + Text Prerequisites: Successful completion of Advanced Cording or 1 year of coding experience within the past 5 years. Student must also bring 2013 ICD-9, 2014 CPT and HCPCS. October 10 Sa 8:30 a.m. -3:30 p.m. EC EKG Certification & Basic Cardiology $125 Oct. 6 - Dec. 3 Tu/Th 6pm - 9pm EC Healthcare Activity Director $ Sept Dec. 2 M/W 6pm - 9pm EC ICD-10 for Outpatient Coding $70 + Text Prerequisites: Advanced Coding, or 2 yrs experience as a coder, or proof of coder certification. Oct Nov. 17 Tu 6pm - 9pm EC Medical Front Office/Billing Prerequisite: Med Term Aug Nov. 19 Tu/Th 5:30-8:30pm EC Medical Terminology Sept. 9 - Dec. 21 M/W 5:30-8:30pm EC Sept. 1 - Dec. 8 T/Th 5:30-8:30pm AC Pharmacy Technician Training July 21 - Sept. 24 Tu/W/Th 5-8pm AC Oct. 6 - Dec. 16 Tu/W/Th 5-8pm EC Medication Aide $ This course is designed to prepare non-licensed personnel with the skills required by the North Carolina Board of Nursing to practice as a Medication Aide in long-term care/skilled nursing facilities within the state of North Carolina. Upon successful completion, students are eligible to sit for the NC State Medication Administration Certification Examination (MACE) in order to become listed on the North Carolina Division of Health Service Regulation Medication Aide Registry. Required at registration: Current US government issued, signature bearing photo ID, and GED or high school diploma, Certificate of completion of a NC Board Approved Nurse Aide I program and be currently listed on the NC Nurse Aide I Registry with no substantiated findings. Textbook required. 11/2/15-11/30 M/W 8:30 a.m. -.2:30 p.m. EC 948 Nurse Aide I $ This course introduces basic nursing skills required to provide personal care for patients, residents, or clients in various health care settings by non-licensed personnel. Students will participate in supervised classroom, lab, and clinical experiences consistent with standards of practice upheld by the NC Board of Nursing (NCBON) and OBRA. Emphasis is placed on communication, safety, patients rights, personal care, vital signs, elimination, nutrition, emergencies, rehabilitation, and mental health. Upon completion, students should be able to possess adequate knowledge of the required topics and demonstrate the necessary skills to sit for the National Nurse Aide Administration Program Examination (NNAAP). Required at registration: Current US government issued, signature bearing photo ID, and GED or high school diploma. Current High School seniors may register. Prerequisites: Successful completion of Pathways to CNA and Pre-test (or) documentation of placement into English 111 (or) completion of Reading 090 or DRE 98. Current High School seniors may register. Textbook, Workbook & Manual required 8/11/15-11/12/15 T/TH 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. EC 970/971 8/11/15-11/12/15 TTH 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Goodwill 8/17/15-3/21/16 MW 5-9 p.m. EC 970/971 8/18/15-11/19/15 TTH 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. ACE 125 8/18/15-3/10/16 TTH 5-9 p.m. ACE 125 9/28/15-1/25/16 MW 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Goodwill 10/6/15-04/28/16 TTH 5-9 p.m. EC 970/971 10/26/15-5/25/16 MW 5-9 p.m. ACE /2/15-2/29/16 MW 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. EC 970/971 11/17/15-3/8/16 TTH 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. EC 970/971 12/1/15-3/17/16 TTH 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Goodwill 12/1/15-3/17/16 TTH 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. ACE 125 Nurse Aide I Refresher $ This course provides a review of the fundamentals of basic nursing care for individuals who have previously been listed on the NC DHSR as a CNA I and have a lapse with their current certification. This program grants individuals possessing an out of state CNA I Certification access in gaining adequate knowledge through the introduction of the NC Nurse Aide I Approved-Curriculum. During this course, the basic Nurse Aide I theory and skills are reviewed which includes lab practice of personal care procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to possess adequate knowledge of the required topics and demonstrate the necessary skills to sit for the National Nurse Aide Administration Program Examination (NNAAP). Required at registration: Current US government issued, signature bearing photo ID, Documented proof of listing as a CNA I on a state registry, Documented proof of any name change since initial/previous listing, Documented proof of expired Nurse Aide I listing within the past two years. Textbook & Manual required. Oct. 5 - Oct. 21 W/Th 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. EC 948 Nurse Aide II $ This course provides training of non-licensed personnel in selected advanced nurse aide procedures. Students will participate in supervised classroom, lab, and clinical experiences consistent with standards of practice upheld by the NC Board of Nursing (NCBON) and OBRA. Emphasis is placed on infection control, sterile technique, wound care, observation and maintenance of oxygen therapy, oropharyngeal suctioning, established tracheostomy care, enteral nutrition, urinary and bowel elimination. Upon successful completion, students should be able to qualify with the NC Board of Nursing to obtain their CNA II certification. Required at registration: Current US government issued, signature-bearing photo-id, High school diploma or GED, Certificate of completion of a NC Board Approved Nurse Aide I program and be currently listed on the NC Nurse Aide I Registry with no substantiated findings. Textbook & Manual required. 9/29/15-2/23/16 TTH 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. EC 948 Phlebotomy $ Prerequisite: Pathways to Healthcare, HS Diploma/Adult Secondary Credential, e.g. GED. Students are required to have completed a Federal and North Carolina criminal background check including sex offender and public protection registry covering a minimum of seven years. In addition, some clinical facilities require students to submit to a drug screening (at the student s expense). Students will practice sticking technique on each other in class. Must be 18 to register. AFTER successful completion of the class/lab portion, students will be assigned to a 40 hour (1 week) clinical rotation. Aug Nov. 18 W/Th 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. AC Oct. 5 - Jan. 25 M/W 4-9 p.m. EC

14 continuing education 2015 FALL Class Schedule Health & Human Services Visit the Continuing Education web page at: Enrichment/ Contact the CVCC Main Campus at and CVCC Alexander Center at Or visit the college s website at cvcc.edu for additional information about our campus, degree offerings, training opportunities, student information, and much more! Refund Policy This policy includes all occupational and community services classes. A FULL refund will be given if the student officially withdraws from class prior to the first meeting. Refunds for selfsupport classes may differ. After the class begins, a 75% refund of tuition only will be made if the student officially withdraws from the class prior to or on the 10% point of scheduled hours. Please allow 2 weeks for processing of refunds. CVCC Is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution