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1 Tri-Community dult Education Schedule of Classes Winter 2013 Unique Special Interest Classes Furniture Refinishing Weaving & Spinning Clock Maker - Repairer Quilting Upholstery January 7 - March 17, 2013 (10-week session) Visit our web site to see what s happening! See Page 5 for registration information.

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3 MP OF DULT EDUCTION LOCTIONS MJOR DULT EDUCTION CENTERS 1. BUSINESS CENTER Office (626) ; Shop (626) S. Fourth ve., Covina (Northeast corner of Fourth ve. & Puente St.) 2. CHRTER OK CENTER (C.O. Center; C.O. Technology Center) Cienega ve., Covina (Corner of Cienega & Bonnie Cove; west end of campus) 3. covina education center (Covina E.C.) (626) N. Barranca ve., Covina (North of Badillo St.) 4. GRISWOLD CENTER (626) E. San Bernardino Rd., Covina (West of Vincent ve.) 5. PHOTOGRPHY CENTER (626) W. Puente St., Covina (Near Fourth & Puente) 6. PIONEER CENTER (626) E. Rowland ve., West Covina (West of zusa ve.) 7. valencia eduction CENTER 758 W. Grondahl St., Covina (Enter parking from Conwell ve. north of Covina Blvd.) 8. WELDING CENTER (626) E. Cypress Street, Covina (Cypress St. east of Edna Pl.) HIGH SCHOOLS 9. COVIN HIGH SCHOOL (CHS) 463 S. Hollenbeck ve., Covina CHRTER OK HIGH SCHOOL (COHS) 1430 E. Covina Blvd., Covina NORTHVIEW HIGH SCHOOL (NVHS) 1016 W. Cypress St., Covina SOUTH HILLS HIGH SCHOOL (SHHS) 645 S. Barranca ve., West Covina OTHER LOCTIONS 13. CEDRGROVE SCHOOL (626) Glendora ve., Covina LRK ELLEN ELEMENTRY SCHOOL 4555 N. Lark Ellen ve., Covina ROYL OK middle SCHOOL 303 S. Glendora ve., Covina (626) ext. 232 (Parent Ed. Center) 16. Washington ELEMENTRY SCHOOL 325 W. Gladstone St., Glendora WORKMN VENUE ELEMENTRY SCHOOL 1941 E. Workman ve., West Covina SHELTERED WORKSHOP CENTERS 18. CRTC 536 N. Vincent ve., Covina (North of San Bernardino Rd.) 19. VLLEY LIGHT INDUSTRIES 5360 N. Irwindale ve., Irwindale 91706

4 Tri-Community dult Education WINTER 2013 TERM MONDY, JNURY 7 thru SUNDY, MRCH 17, 2013 Classes are scheduled for 10 weeks unless otherwise noted. REGISTRTION TKES PLCE IN THE CLSSROOM T THE FIRST CLSS MEETING. Preregistration is available for some classes. (See page 24 and back cover.) Tri-Community dult Education is a cooperative educational program serving the Unified School Districts of Charter Oak and Covina-Valley. Bruce Krall, Principal, Griswold dult Center Julie Caston-Hicks, Principal, Pioneer dult Center CLENDR MRTIN LUTHER KING DY... Monday, January 21, 2013 LINCOLN HOLIDY...Monday, February 11, 2013 PRESIDENTS DY...Monday, February 18, 2013 Spring term will begin on Monday, March 18, CCREDITTION Tri-Community dult Education is accredited by the Western ssociation of Schools and Colleges and is authorized to issue high school diplomas. VETERNS Tri-Community dult Education is approved by the State Department of Education to offer classes which enable Veterans to complete a High School Diploma Program. Please call (626) for Veterans information. HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOM dults who do not have a high school diploma are urged to meet with a counselor in order to plan a program to suit their needs. For further information, call (626) REQUIREMENTS FOR HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOM English...30 Credits Science...20 Credits Mathematics...20 Credits (Must include 10 credits of lgebra I) U.S. History...10 Credits World History, Cultures, & Geography...10 Credits Foreign Language or Fine rts...10 Credits U.S. Government... 5 Credits Economics... 5 Credits Electives, exclusive of Physical Education...50 Credits First id... 0 Credits Test Requirement: Passing score on California High School Exit Exam. Candidates for a high school diploma must complete at least 10 dult credits in residence. Veterans of United States armed forces have met residency requirements. TOTL CREDITS REQUIRED: 160 CREDIT MY BE ERNED FOR: Previous high school work, work experience, and military training. High School credit may be earned for Tri-Community dult Education students through testing. ll previous school work must be from an accredited institution. 4

5 Registration Information REGISTRTION Beginning Monday, January 7, 2013, registration is completed in class at the location where the class is offered. Fee-based classes must have the required minimum number of student registrations as of the first class meeting. Online and walk-in preregistration is available for some classes. (See page 24 and back cover.) Registration is completed on a first come, first served basis. Late registrations are accepted if space is available. Call (626) for late registration information. dult students who are applying for the High School Diploma program must bring an official (sealed) transcript and meet with a counselor at Pioneer Center. Pre-enrollment for the High School Diploma program is highly recommended. OFFICE HOURS DYTIME BUSINESS CENTER / GRISWOLD CENTER / PIONEER CENTER Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. COvina education center Tuesday through Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. BUSINESS CENTER Monday through Thursday, 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. OFFICE HOURS Evenings Covina education center Wednesday & Thursday, 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. GRISWOLD CENTER / PIONEER CENTER Monday through Thursday, 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. DMISSION dults 18 years of age or older, not attending day school, or high school graduates of any age may attend. dult students who wish to take courses for high school credit toward a high school diploma must see a counselor. Students attending a day high school may be admitted under certain conditions by special request through a high school counselor referral from the school of attendance. Students who wish to take courses for high school credit must see a counselor. FEES No refunds for fee-based classes unless the class does not register. Fees for all classes will be charged as noted. Classes with an asterisk (*) pay a registration fee of $10.00 ($2.00 for students 60+ years). ll fees are payable at time of registration. Students pay for all supplies, materials, and textbooks. Payment in cash is preferred. Credit cards (Visa, Mastercard and Discover) are now accepted at all main offices (The Business Center, Pioneer, Griswold, Covina Ed. and Photo). service fee of $15.00 will be charged for returned checks, copies of certificates of completion, and letters of verification. refund policy Refund forms are available in all major dult Center Offices. Full Refunds only on classes cancelled by Tri-Community dult Education. $10.00 processing fee will be charged for all refunds except for classes noted above that are cancelled by Tri-Community. No Refunds after the third class meeting. No Refunds for fee-based classes and short term seminars/classes. No Refunds for textbooks or materials. LL FEES RE SUBJECT TO CHNGE WITHOUT NOTICE. 5

6 Registration Information TEXTBOOKS Textbooks are available for purchase by students registered in Tri-Community dult Education classes. Do not purchase textbooks before class registers. TEXTBOOK FEES RE NON-REFUNDBLE. REGISTRTION and TTENDNCE minimum number of students must be in attendance for a class to be registered. Excessive absences may cause classes to be closed or combined, or individual students to be dropped. CERTIFICTES OF CHIEVEMENT Certificates of chievement are issued to students who satisfactorily complete study in certain academic, business occupations, and vocational subjects. INSURNCE TRI-COMMUNITY DULT EDUCTION DOES NOT PROVIDE STUDENT CCIDENT INSURNCE, nor is it provided for children participating in Parent Education or Child Care activities. MINOR CHILDREN Minor children are NOT allowed in adult education classes except in certain Parent Education and/or Family Literacy classes. SENIOR CITIZENS Students, age 60 and older, pay a registration fee of $2.00 for classes with an asterisk (*), and will pay other fees, where applicable. STUDENT RECORDS The release of students educational records shall be according to the Education Code and state regulations. RIGHT TO PRIVCY ll students are protected by State and Federal laws regarding their right to privacy. DISCRIMINTION PROHIBITED No person shall, on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, marital status, handicap, age, religion, or political beliefs, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination in any education program or activity except as provided for use by law or regulation. HER COMPLINCE ll facilities of the two cooperating districts of Tri-Community dult Education have been inspected for asbestos-containing materials and management plans have been filed with the State of California in compliance with federal SBESTOS HZRD EMERGENCY RESPONSE CT legislation. The plans are available to review at the Districts dministrative Offices. UNIFORM COMPLINT PROCEDURES Uniform Complaint Procedures are available in the office at each of our main centers. 6

7 Child Care CHILD CRE for children of Tri-Community students is available at the following Child Care Centers: GRISWOLD CENTER Monday thru Thursday... 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. PIONEER CENTER Monday thru Thursday... 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon fee of $1.00 per child will be charged for each class section. Child Care is a service available only to children of Tri-Community dult Education students. Students attending daytime classes at NY location may take only preschool-age children to the Child Care Center at Griswold or Pioneer dult Education Centers. BEFORE CHILD CN TTEND CHILD CRE, PROOF OF THE FOLLOWING IMMUNIZTIONS IS REQUIRED: DPT or DT, POLIO, RUBELL, RUBEOL, MUMPS, HEPTITIS B, HIB MENINGITIS and VRICELL. Children must be at least 2 years of age, but not over 5 years of age. ll children must be toilet trained. Child Care services shall not be available for children of parents on field trips. CREER, COLLEGE and BEYOND 21 st CENTURY SKILLS FOR YOUR FUTURE Specialists will assist you in: LERNING about Post-secondary/College Opportunities EXPLORING Careers/Majors/Schools FUNDING your Education DEVELOPING a 21 st Century Career Plan DON T MISS OUT!!! Date: Thursday, February 21, 2013 Time: 9:00 a.m.-12:00 noon Location: Pioneer Center, Room G E. Rowland venue (west of zusa ve.) West Covina (No Fees) for further information call pioneer center at (626) Course No: enrollment is limited advance registration required! Registration begins Monday, January 28, 2013 at Pioneer or Griswold Center. 7

8 Counseling Services ll students taking courses for high school credit MUST SEE TRI-COMMUNITY COUNSELOR BEFORE TTENDING CLSSES. Students enrolled in a regular high school must have a completed Tri-Community High School Student Referral from their school of residence prior to enrollment. High school students from outside the Covina-Valley and Charter Oak districts may only enroll in an academic class for credit recovery and will be charged a $35 fee for each 5-credit class. High school students may not enroll in fitness or computer classes. DULT STUDENTS enrolling for HIGH SCHOOL CREDIT should call Pioneer Center at (626) Counselors are available daily from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm, and from 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm, Monday through Thursday. COUNSELORS: Lynn Ward Broudy / Don Kemp / Charles Beal Patricia Gonzales / Philip Kaluza COUNSELING SSISTNCE Tri-Community dult Education has a Comprehensive Guidance Program and counselors are available during school hours to assist students to reach their optimum educational goals. They offer assistance with career planning and guidance counseling. variety of tests allow students to explore their vocational interests, aptitudes, personality, intelligence, educational progress, and work values. In addition, counselors offer assistance with matters involving health and welfare, human relations, and psychological concerns. Contact a counselor at Pioneer Center or call (626) Testing Services REDING & MTH TESTING SERVICE This service is designed to identify individual achievement in reading and math to aid in the appropriate placement in academic classes. Testing is by appointment only. Call (626) for an appointment. COMPREHENSIVE TEST OF BSIC SKILLS (CTBS) Students enrolled in the Tri-Community dult Education high school diploma program may take these tests for up to 50 elective credits and/or academic credit in Math, English, Science, and World History toward their high school diploma. Call (626) for an appointment. California High School Exit Exam (CHSEE) Test Dates: February 5 & 6 and March 12 & 13, 2013 TOEFL PREPRTION Instructor-assisted preparation for college bound, limited-english speaking students who need to pass the TOEFL is offered. variety of pre-testing and preparation materials covering the areas of reading, listening, speaking and writing are utilized in an individualized setting. For more information, call (626) VOCTIONL/CREER TESTING & COUNSELING Interest, ability, and career value tests are part of the Tri-Community dult Education Counseling Services. Individuals interested in vocational testing, career information, job outlooks and requirements, current labor supply and demand, lists of vocational schools, colleges, universities, etc., are encouraged to see a counselor. fee of $10.00 to $20.00 may be charged. Contact a counselor at Pioneer Center or call (626) for more information. 8

9 GED Testing Service TRI-COMMUNITY DULT EDUCTION IS N OFFICIL GED TESTING CENTER The Tests of General Educational Development (GED) can give you the opportunity to earn a high school equivalency diploma a credential recognized as a key to employment opportunities, job advancement, further education, and financial rewards. Tri-Community dult Education administers the GED test Monday through Wednesday at Pioneer Center. The GED test is composed of five sections: Language rts/reading, Language rts/writing, Social Studies, Science and Mathematics. Testing on all sections is available on a drop-in basis during the testing hours listed below no appointment is necessary. ll applicants must provide a valid picture identification with current address. The test fee is $130.00, which includes State and National fees. Payment must be cash, credit card or money order. Tri-Community dult Education ofrece el examen GED en español para obtener la equivalencia del diploma de escuela preparatoria. TESTING HOURS Monday thru Wednesday, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Monday thru Wednesday, 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm PIONEER CENTER 1651 E. Rowland ve. (West of zusa ve.) West Covina (626) PIONEER CENTER OFFERS FREE PRE-GED TESTING. PREPRTION FOR PSSING THE GED Preparation for the GED test is offered in the cademic Study Center. There is a minimum charge for GED test preparation. FOR FURTHER INFORMTION, CLL PIONEER CENTER T (626)

10 cademic INGLÉS COMO SEGUND IDIOM PREND INGLÉS Este programa está disponible para estudiantes interesados en aprender a hablar, leer, y escribir el idioma inglés. Cuidado de niños disponible. ENGLISH S SECOND LNGUGE - Beginning through dvanced and Multi-level (Class Fee: $20.00) course for non-english speaking students to help them with everyday conversation M thru Th 9-12 noon Pioneer F11 Cowper M thru Th 9-12 noon Pioneer F10 Ver Halen M & W 12:30-3:30 pm Pioneer F10 Ver Halen * Tu & Th 9-12 noon Royal Oak PEC Staff * No class fee for this class M thru Th 6:30-9:30 pm Pioneer F10 Carter BSIC REDING - Beginning through dvanced (No Fees) Class utilizes an individualized approach to reading to assist the individual to improve skills, comprehension, and retention. Computer-assisted instruction is offered utilizing multisensory Discover Intensive Phonics and Reading 100 software M thru Th 9-12 noon Pioneer G13 Carter Tu & Th 6:30-9:30 pm Pioneer G13 P. Swift english all levels (No Fees) F 9-12 noon Pioneer D3 Blackburn ENGLISH 1 & B (No Fees) Beginning level English skills in grammar, punctuation, sentence structure, and writing fundamentals Tu 6-9 pm COHS C6 Harte/Smith ENGLISH 1 & 2 (No Fees) review of grammar, writing mechanics and development of writing skills Th 7-10 pm Pioneer D3 C. Swift ENGLISH 3 & B (No Fees) This course is designed to provide skills in the interpretation of literature selections and the writing of expository compositions W 7-10 pm Pioneer D3 C. Swift *GENERL SCIENCE 2 (Materials Fee: $10.00) Tu 9-12 noon Pioneer D4 Dole Th 7-10 pm Pioneer D4 Brown Required textbooks must be purchased by the second week of class. TEXTBOOK FEES RE NON-REFUNDBLE. *$10.00 REGISTRTION FEE will be charged all students, years, who are not enrolled for high school diploma credit. Seniors (60+ years) will pay Registration Fee of $

11 *world history 1 & Tu 6-9 pm CHS B5 G. Gustafson *U.S. HISTORY 1 & Tu 7-10 pm Pioneer D4 Brown *U.S. HISTORY W 9-12 noon Pioneer D4 Dole *U.S. GOVERNMENT W 7-10 pm Pioneer D4 Bergslien *ECONOMICS Th 9-12 noon Pioneer D3 Blackburn *MTHEMTICS - ll Levels (Class Fee: $10.00) Courses offered: Basic Math, General Math, Consumer Math, Pre-lgebra, lgebra I, Geometry, Math Review Tu & Th 9-12 noon Pioneer F9 Trujillo Tu & W 6:30-9:30 pm Pioneer F9 P. Smith test preparation california high school exit exam (cahsee) english/language arts (No Fees) 4-weeks Tu (2/12-3/5) 4-6:30 pm Pioneer D1 Carter test preparation california high school exit exam (cahsee) math (No Fees) 4-weeks (No class 2//14/13.) Th (2/7-3/7) 4-7 pm Pioneer D1 Trujillo Test dates: February 5 (E/L) & February 6, 2013 (Math) March 12 (E/L) & March 13, 2013 (Math) *CDEMIC STUDY CENTER (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $10.00) Students may enroll for credit or non-credit in the cademic Study Center at Pioneer Center. Credit courses include: English 1-4, English Elective, English Elective/Writing; General Math 1 & 2, Consumer/Business Math, Pre-lgebra, and lgebra I; Biology, Life Science, Physical Science, Earth Science and General Science; Family Health and First id; U.S. History, World History & Cultures, U.S. Government, Economics, Geography, Sociology, and Psychology; and Fine rts. Non-credit courses include: English Language rts and/or Writing Review; Math Review; and Citizenship. Test Preparation is also available for: SVB, CHSEE, CBEST, CSET, ST/ CT and TOEFL. Each course is a personalized study program using up-to-date self-instructional materials, including computer-assisted instruction for many subjects, together with teacher instruction and assistance M thru F 9-12:30 pm Pioneer G15 Salazar/Brown M thru Th 12:30-5:30 pm Pioneer G15 Salazar/Brown M thru Th 6:30-9:30 pm Pioneer G15 Salazar FOR FURTHER INFORMTION, CLL PIONEER CENTER T (626)

12 cademic BSIC EDUCTION (Class Fee: $5.00) Courses include: Basic Language rts, Basic Writing, Basic Reading, Basic Computer Literacy, Basic Communication Skills, Basic U.S. History and Government, Basic Economics, and Basic Geography. Personalized and computer-assisted instruction, as well as small and large group instruction, is offered M/Tu/Th 9-12 noon Pioneer D1 Banuelos Basic education/speech (No Fees) Emphasis on U.S. current affairs, U.S. History and Government. This course is designed to help non-native students improve their communication skills and their knowledge of 21st Century merica F 9-12 noon Pioneer D1 Banuelos TESTING CENTER /.02/.03 s scheduled Pioneer G15 Staff GENERL EDUCTIONL DEVELOPMENT (GED) TESTING (Test Fee: $130.00, includes State and National fees.) /.02/.03 M thru W s scheduled Pioneer G14 Staff CREER EXPLORTION M thru F s scheduled Pioneer G15 Staff Business & Vocational Education The Office Professional Training Core Curriculum provides a foundation for entering a variety of occupations in today s business office. Instruction ranges from entry level to advanced training. Program provides individualized instruction in both teacher-directed and self-paced environments. Students may enroll at any time during the term. OFFICE PROFESSIONL TRINING CORE CURRICULUM Developing Proofreading Skills Office Procedures Computerized Typing (all levels) Basic Math Review Electronic Calculator lphabetic Indexing & Filing Learning Microsoft Office 2007 Suite (Beginning Level) (ccess, Excel, PowerPoint and Word) *OFFICE PROFESSIONL TRINING (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $45.00, books extra.) The core curriculum includes basic introduction to computer operation and business software applications. Clases de mecanografía computarizada en español también disponible. See back cover for preregistration information M thru Th 8:30-2 pm Griswold F12 Hibner TYPING CERTIFICTE EXM ($35.00 Fee includes registration and up to 3 days of practice which must be completed within one week from enrollment.) Typing tests are given as part of the Office Professional and Office Skills classes See above & next page Griswold F12 Staff for days and times. 12

13 *OFFICE SKILLS and TYPIST/KEYBORDING (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $35.00) The office skills training program will assist students in today s challenging business office setting. Curriculum includes technical skills such as keyboarding (typing), introduction to computers, formatting memos and letters, as well as, job preparation skills: resume writing and interview strategies. Students choose the skill areas they want to study or to enhance their skill sets. The primary focus of this class is to have students acquire the ability to type 45 net wpm, which is the average speed limit for most office jobs. This may require students to attend more than one session depending on their initial typing skills. See back cover for preregistration information M & W 6:30-9:30 pm Griswold F11 Gonzalez *BOOKKEEPER (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $50.00, books extra.) Limited enrollment. The beginning of this class concentrates on accounting principles taught manually. Once accounting principles are mastered, students move to computer-assisted bookkeeping methods using QuickBooks Pro or PeachTree. Completion of course work takes more than one term. See back cover for preregistration information M & W 7-10 pm Griswold C16 Pereida HELTH PROFESSIONLS TRINING Begin now to start your training for a career to become part of the medical field. Enroll in one of several programs that will lead to a promising and well paying career in Medical Transcription, Medical Billing, or Medical Coding. CREER PTHS Medical Transcriber Medical Terminology 1 and 2 Medical Transcription Insurance Clerk- Medical Biller Medical Billing 1 and 2 Medical Coder Medical Terminology 1 and 2 Medical Coding 1, 2 and 3 *INSURNCE CLERK - MEDICL INSURNCE BILLING (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $35.00, books extra.) Limited enrollment. Instruction in Coding (CPT and ICD9CM) Standard Forms, Medicare, MediCal, PPO and HMO. See back cover for preregistration information Th 7-10 pm Griswold C16 Peralta *INSURNCE CLERK - MEDICL INSURNCE BILLING 2 - dvanced (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $35.00, books extra.) Limited enrollment. Prerequisite: Students must have satisfactorily completed Medical Insurance Billing or equivalent. Instruction in the use of NDC Medisoft software application. Familiarity with Windows is recommended. Continuing students have priority registration. See back cover for preregistration information Tu 7-10 pm Griswold C15 Peralta See back cover for preregistration information. *$10.00 REGISTRTION FEE will be charged all students, years, who are not enrolled for high school diploma credit. Seniors (60+ years) will pay Registration Fee of $

14 Business & Vocational Education *medical coding 1 (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $35.00, books extra.) Prerequisite: Medical Terminology 1 and 2. Medical Terminology may be taken concurrently. Limited enrollment. This class will help to prepare students to take the CCS/CCS-P (Certified Coding Specialist-Physician based) exam for certification from the merican Health Information Management ssociation (HIM) and/or the CPC (Certified Procedural Coder) certification exam offered by the merican cademy of Professional Coders. See back cover for preregistration information Th 6:30-9:30 pm Griswold C14 Parga *medical coding 2 advanced coding (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $35.00, books extra.) Prerequisite: Medical Coding I and Medical Terminology 1 and 2. Limited enrollment. This class will help to prepare students to take the CCS/CCS-P (Certified Coding Specialist-Physician based) exam for certification from the merican Health Information Management ssociation (HIM) and/or the CPC (Certified Procedural Coder) certification exam offered by the merican cademy of Professional Coders. See back cover for preregistration information Tu 6:30-9:30 pm Griswold C14 Parga *medical terminology / anatomy & physiology 1 (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $35.00, books extra.) Limited enrollment. This course offers students interested in a medical career or career advancement an understanding of the medical language. It will include an in-depth study of medical words and how they relate to the human body as a whole, as well as a comprehensive study of the body systems and how they function. This course meets the academic requirements for Court Reporting and the prerequisite requirement for Medical Transcription/Editing and Medical Coding 1. We will use the textbook The Language of Medicine by Davi-Ellen Chabner, 9th Edition (ISBN ). Textbook may be purchased online directly from the publisher Continuing students have priority registration. See back cover for preregistration information Tu 7-10 pm Griswold D1 Rea *medical terminology / anatomy & physiology 1 online (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $75.00, books extra.) Limited enrollment. For anyone interested in a medical career, this online course offers an interactive medical language study to help prepare students for the healthcare field. It includes an in-depth study of the human anatomy & physiology, including medical terminology and usage. This course meets the academic requirements for Court Reporting and the prerequisite requirement for Medical Transcription/ Editing and Medical Coding 1. We will use the textbook The Language of Medicine by Davi-Ellen Chabner, 9th Edition (ISBN ). Textbook may be purchased online directly from the publisher Register, in person, at the Griswold Center. fter student has completed class registration, the instructor will forward an to student containing LOGIN instructions. student containing LOGIN instructions Online Course Rea *$10.00 REGISTRTION FEE will be charged all students, years, who are not enrolled for high school diploma credit. Seniors (60+ years) will pay Registration Fee of $

15 *MEDICL TRNSCRIption & editing (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $35.00, books extra.) Limited enrollment. May be taken concurrently with Medical Terminology. The healthcare IT field is evolving rapidly with the use of the Electronic Health Record. This course will introduce students to entry-level medical transcription and editing skills for voice recognition. This course will prepare you for the national Registered Medical Transcriptionist certification exam offered through the ssociation for Healthcare Documentation Integrity (HDI). Whether you re interested in working from home or in a facility, this course will cover methods and strategies for improving skills as it relates to medical information. Monaural headphones are required. Typing at 35+ wpm is highly recommended. Continuing students have priority registration. For more information, call Griswold Center at (626) See back cover for preregistration information Th 7-10 pm Griswold D2 Rea *notary public (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $80.00, cash only. Materials Fee: $45.00 payable at first class.) This 8 hour seminar prepares you to take the California State Exam to become a Notary Public. Materials fee payable at the first class includes the 160 page study guide The California State Notary Public. Exam given by California State Proctors on 1/31/13 at 5:00 pm. Students should plan to arrive one (1) hour before test time. You must have a driver s license or picture I.D., certificate of completion of Notary Public Training and check or money order (no cash) in the amount of $40.00 payable to the Secretary of State. Limited enrollment. Preregistration at Griswold Center beginning Monday, January M & Tu ( 1/28 & 1/29) 6-10 pm Griswold C13 Rasch *notary public 6-hour training (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: 6-hr $80.00; 3-hr $40.00, cash or credit card only. Materials Fee: $45.00 payable at first class.) Limited enrollment. This 6 hour seminar prepares you to take the California State Exam to become a Notary Public. Students requiring 3 hours of training will attend the 12:00-3:00 pm session. Materials fee payable at the first class includes the 160 page study guide The California State Notary Public. Exam given by California State Proctors on 2/22/13 at 4:00 pm. You must have a driver s license or picture I.D., certificate of completion of Notary Public training and check or money order (no cash) in the amount of $40.00 payable to the Secretary of State. Preregistration at Griswold Center beginning Tuesday, February 12, F (2/22) 8-11 am & Griswold C13 Rasch 12-3 pm F (2/22) 12-3 pm Griswold C13 Rasch *loan document signing specialist class for notaries (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $80.00, cash or credit card only. Study Guide: $45.00 payable at first class.) California s Real Estate industry is in need of notaries that would like to become Loan Document Signing Specialists. The class will present information on the duties and responsibilities of the Notary Public entering the loan industry as a Loan Signing Specialist. Students will be eligible to take the open book exam and receive a Certificate of Certification upon completion of the course. Cost of the exam is $30.00 payable at the time of the exam on February 13. The instructor is from the California School of Notary Public and is a commissioned Notary Public for the State of California and a Certified Loan Signing Specialist. Preregistration at Griswold Center beginning Monday, January Tu & W (2/12 & 2/13) 6-10 pm Griswold F12 Rasch 15

16 *REL ESTTE GENT/PRINCIPLES - Fundamentals of Real Estate (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $50.00, books extra.) Limited enrollment. Successful completion of this college level course meets the requirements of the State of California, Department of Real Estate, for applicants taking the Real Estate Salesperson Examination (DRE pproval # ). Course provides an overall understanding of general real estate practices. Certificates will be issued to students who satisfactorily complete all course requirements, including passing the final exam. See back cover for preregistration information. Day Time Locaton Room Instructor Tu 8:30-12 noon Griswold C13 Bello O Byrne W 6:30-10 pm Griswold C14 Lewis *real estate practice (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $50.00, books extra.) Limited enrollment. Successful completion of this college level course meets the requirements of the State of California, Department of Real Estate, as the second required class needed to acquire a regular sales license (DRE approval # ). Certificates will be issued to students who satisfactorily complete all course work requirements, including passing the final exam. See back cover for preregistration information Tu 6:30-10 pm Griswold C16 Lewis *real estate finance (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $50.00, books extra.) Limited enrollment. Successful completion of this college level course meets the requirements of the State of California, Department of Real Estate, as one of the additional courses to be completed after the Principles class in order to obtain a regular sales license (DRE approval # ). Certificates will be issued to students who satisfactorily complete all course work requirements, including passing the final exam. See back cover for preregistration information W 6:30-10 pm Griswold C13 Bello O Byrne Civic & Community Education *FIRST ID & CPR (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $25.00; Certificate, books & materials fee: $35.00; Total: $70.00.) Limited enrollment. Course includes Community First id & Safety, and infant, child, and adult CPR. First id and CPR certificates issued. One-session class. Registration at the Business Center only beginning on Monday February 4 through February 21, Late arrivals will not be admitted to class Sat 2/23/13 8 am-5 pm Griswold Center Cafe. Koch Online preregistration available December 4 th through December 17 th for many classes. See back cover for details. *$10.00 REGISTRTION FEE will be charged all students, years, who are not enrolled for high school diploma credit. Seniors (60+ years) will pay Registration Fee of $

17 In partnership with Boston Reed College, Tri-Community dult Education is excited to announce upcoming allied health training program opportunities. Students must be at least 18 years of age, have a high school diploma or GED, competency in basic computer operations, and have access to the Internet, a printer and an address. Clinical medical assistant (Class Fee: $2, includes books, consumable supplies, externship, and course completion certificate.) Registration is completed online at or by calling (800) Contact Boston Reed College for Payment plans. There is no registration in class or at any Tri-Community office location. Minimum of 10 students required. The program combines classroom instruction of 134 hours (including 42 hours of online training) and an off-site externship of 160 hours to provide a complete learning experience. s a Clinical Medical ssistant you will be trained to help the physician carry out procedures, care for patients, perform basic lab tests and administer medications. Clinical Medical ssistants work in a physician s office or in a clinic. Program topics include basic anatomy and physiology, vital signs, medical terminology, specimen collection, electrocardiography, administration of medications and injections, assisting with exam and minor surgery, customer service, as well as other related topics. Upon successful completion of the program and externship, the student will receive a certificate of completion and be qualified to take the following optional certification exams: National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) and California Certifying Board for Medical ssistants (CCBM) certification exam. 14-week course begins January 28, Preregistration required before start date of class M & W 6-9:30 pm Business Center 3 Staff Electronic Health Records Specialist - online study program (Class Fee: $3, includes books, online access to program and course completion certificate.) Registration is completed online at or by calling (800) Contact Boston Reed College for Payment plans. There is no registration in class or at any Tri-Community office location. The program is entirely online and covers the essential components of the electronic health record and health information exchange essentials; system selection and implementation; project management and fundamentals of change and human factors. s an EHR Specialist you will assist healthcare providers to choose, implement, train and maintain an electronic health records system. Program content is online with live, weekly teleconferences. The length of the course is 216 hours over 18 weeks. Upon successful completion graduates will receive a certificate of completion. Program start date: Monday, January 7, Preregistration required before start date of class. Course # Classes begin the week of January 7,

18 an introduction to voiceovers (Getting started In Voice cting) One-on-One, Online Class (Class Fee: $59.00) Requirements: Student must have Internet ccess and Video Chatting capabilities using either of the following free methods: Skype (for PC users) or ichat (for Mac users). We can also offer this class via telephone if webcam is not available. re people always telling you that you have a great voice? Do you often find yourself listening to your favorite audiobook, commercial or cartoon character and thinking, I could do that? This fun and empowering 90 minute Introductory workshop covers the different types of voiceovers and what tools are needed in order to find success in the industry. Your instructor will coach you in this one-on-one, online setting as you read from real scripts, taking notes on your performance so you can receive a professional voice evaluation later. fter class you will have the knowledge necessary to help you decide if this is something you d like to pursue. Taught by a professional voice actor from the Voice cting Training Company, Voices For ll. Student may register for the class at any time during regular business hours at the Business Center. Course # paralegal certificate - online study program (Class Fee: $195.00) Midwest Paralegal Studies in partnership with Tri-Community dult Education is offering a 12-month Paralegal certificate of completion. For program details and questions, contact the instructor, Mr. Zoran Perovanovich via , zoran1990@ juno.com or visit the website This professional non-credit program is recommended for those in the legal profession seeking advancement or for someone interested in a career change. It is open to anyone with a high school diploma or GED. The course begins with a FREE orientation seminar at this link: paralegalstudies.com/free_orientation.htm. The five classes (Research, Jurisprudence, Litigation, and Management & Career) may be taken in any order at the start of each class term. Upcoming start date: February 7, 2013; pril 4, 2013; June 6, 2013; September 12, 2013; November 7, ll students must contact the instructor, Mr. Perovanovich at zoran1990@juno.com for advising and the free orientation before they can register for any classes. Register during regular business hours at the Business Center prior to start date of class. Course # Seminar & Short Term Classes Effective job hunting 2013 (Class Fee: $50.00) Minimum of 16 students. re you seeking employment or looking for a promotion? Do you do poorly in job interviews? Have you updated your resume or cover letter? This seminar will help with your job search, writing a great resume and cover letter, learn interview answers to get hired, interview mistakes to avoid, what to wear for your interview and much more. Taught by Silvia Gonzalez who is a human resources manager with Cal State Fullerton. You must preregister for this class. 6-weeks beginning January 24. Required preregistration, held at the Business Center beginning December 4 th, must be completed prior to start date of class Th 6:30-9:30 pm Griswold Center C13 Gonzalez more cupcakes (Class Fee: $35.00) More of Everything Cupcake, but you did not have to take Everything Cupcake to enjoy this class. We will be creating lots of fun projects with yummy buttercream icings to elegant fondant covered cupcakes. Learn to pipe easy buttercream animals and easy gum paste flowers. This is just the beginning to More Cupcakes. 3-sessions beginning January 16, Required preregistration, held at the Business Center beginning December 4 th, must be completed prior to start date of class W 6-9 pm Pioneer Center D2 S. Weiss 18

19 Seminar & Short Term Classes Beginning coustic guitar (Class Fee: Monday, 7 sessions: $55.00; Wednesday, 8 sessions: $65.00; Materials fee of $10.00 payable at first class meeting.) Students must bring their own acoustic guitar (no electric) and picks. Minimum enrollment of 5 and maximum of 10 students. This seminar is for beginning students who want to learn the basics of playing a guitar for fun and pleasure. Students will learn basic picking, techniques and posture, strumming, counting time, basic first position common chords, basic music theory, as well as, how to tune and take care of their guitar. The instructor, Jerry Donovan, has taught guitar for 25 years. He has taught all levels and at music and fine arts schools as well as private lessons in the community. Classes begin the week of January 7, Required preregistration, held at the Business Center beginning December 4 th, must be completed prior to start date of class M 7-8 pm Covina E.C. 14 Donovan W 7-8 pm Covina E.C. 14 Donovan intermediate coustic guitar (Class Fee: $55.00; Materials fee of $10.00 payable at first class meeting.) Students must bring their own acoustic guitar (no electric) and picks. Prerequisite: Beginning coustic Guitar or beginning guitar skills. Minimum enrollment of 5 and maximum of 10 students. This seminar is for intermediate students who have completed the beginning class or have taken guitar classes and know the basics. Students will continue to learn chords and more to advance their guitar playing ability. 7-sessions beginning January 7, Required preregistration, held at the Business Center beginning December 4 th, must be completed prior to start date of class M 8:15-9:15 pm Covina E.C. 14 Donovan Introduction to color copiers (Class Fee: $55.00) 5-week course begins January 23rd. Learn how to repair and service copiers. This class will help you so that you can repair your own copier or be able to be hired as a contractor or by a company to repair both workplace and home copiers. You will learn how they work. Color copiers will be used in this hands-on lab setting. You will need the following: USB flash drive, flashlight, Phillips/flathead screwdriver, and needle nose pliers. Required preregistration, held at the Business Center beginning December 4 th, must be completed prior to start date of class W 6:30-9:30 pm Valencia E.C. 14 Largaespada WOODWORKING - MINI LTHE PROJECT TURNING (Class Fee: $40.00) 4-week courses. Minimum of 14 students. Turn wooden pens, pencils, letter openers, magnifier glass kits, key chains, yo-yos, darts, tops, bottle stoppers, perfume atomizers, clocks and more. Required preregistration, held at the Business Center beginning December 4 th, must be completed prior to start date of class W (1/23) 6-9 pm Royal Oak School Shop Robinette W (2/20) 6-9 pm Royal Oak School Shop Robinette winter Classes Begin the Week of january 7,

20 fee-based classes Fee-based classes are funded by student fees. Preregistration recommended. See page 24. bsolutely No Refunds unless class does not register. Minimum number of student registrations required as of first class meeting. ll classes are 10-weeks unless otherwise stated. Home rts & Homemaking *QUILTING - Basic Techniques (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $45.00) Prerequisite: Sewing experience. Minimum of 20 students Tu 12:30-3:30 pm Covina E.C. 13 Yoshiwa WEVING / spinning - ll Levels (Class Fee: $65.00) Minimum of 16 students. On-site preregistration only at the Business Center. Weaving covers beginning to advanced loom weaving. Learn to dress the loom and read drafts which cover patterns such as crackle, doubleweave, lace weaves, twills, and drafts on 8 harnesses. Spinning covers learning to handle a drop Spindle and spin on a Spinning Wheel. Note: Monday classes will meet on Wednesday of the weeks when Monday is a holiday M 9-12 noon C.O. Center MU Martens M 12:30-3:30 pm C.O. Center MU Martens Tu 9-12 noon C.O. Center MU Martens Tu 12:30-3:30 pm C.O. Center MU Martens W 7-10 pm C.O. Center MU Villareal Exercise & Fitness Exercise & fitness classes are for adults only. High school students may not enroll in fitness classes. Minimum enrollment of 30 students required. Online registration for fitness classes. See page 24 for details. Please Note: There is an online registration fee of $2.95 for each transaction. There is an automatic processing fee of $10 for any change to classes. *EXERCISE & FITNESS - cardio sculpt / abs (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $30.00) Increase energy and relieve stress while having fun strengthen, stretch and mobilize your entire body, improving posture and balance utilizing weights, bands and various props. Suitable for everyone. Wear tennis shoes/bring yoga mat. ll levels Tu & Th 8-9 pm Griswold Cafe. Talamantez/ Sallenbach *EXERCISE & FITNESS - 20/20/20 (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $30.00) This class is great for people who like to keep things moving! Three 20-minute intervals of easy to follow aerobics, step training and body sculpting. You ll really get a diverse workout experience with this class! Wear tennis shoes/bring yoga mat M & W 7-8 pm Griswold Cafe. Jaime/Talamantez Tu & Th 5-6 pm Griswold Cafe. Penson/Talamantez *$10.00 REGISTRTION FEE will be charged all students, years, who are not enrolled for high school diploma credit. Seniors (60+ years) will pay Registration Fee of $

21 fee-based classes *EXERCISE & FITNESS - KICKBOX (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $30.00) Kickbox interval class using no equipment. Cardio section uses intensity drills and increased energy sprints followed by work recovery segments. Intense cardiovascular workout. Great fat burner class Tu & Th 7-8 pm Griswold Cafe. Penson/Denda *EXERCISE & FITNESS - body works + abs (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $30.00) weighted workout set to the rhythm of the music. This class improves overall strength and endurance utilizing barbells/dumbbells/kettlebells. Define yourself! ll levels M & W 6-7 pm Griswold Cafe. Talamantez/ Sallenbach *EXERCISE & FITNESS - Zumba (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $30.00) This workout combines high energy and motivating music with synchronized dance movements designed for any fitness level. The routines feature aerobic fitness interval training with a combination of fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body. Want to burn some calories and have fun? Then Zumba is for you! M & W 8-9 pm Griswold Cafe. Denda/Penson Tu & Th 6-7 pm Griswold Cafe. Penson/Denda *EXERCISE & FITNESS - core conditioning (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $30.00) Want a flat stomach? Tired of crunches? power-based workout that dramatically improves strength/balance on the Reebok Core Board by combining dynamic, athletic movement and core stability. Wear tennis shoes/bring yoga mat. ll levels M & W 9:30-10:30 am Griswold Cafe. Johnson/Jaime M & W 5-6 pm Griswold Cafe. Penson/Staff *EXERCISE & FITNESS - YOG BSICS (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $30.00) This gentle class is not rigorous and appropriate for students who are stiff, not very strong, or just want to enjoy very basic yoga. It is ideal for students working with injuries or limited range of motion. Practice on an empty stomach or 2-3 hours after a meal. Bring yoga mat. ll levels M & W 10:30-11:30 am Griswold Cafe. Johnson/Jaime *EXERCISE & FITNESS - YOG (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $30.00) This ancient form of exercise reduces stress, increases flexibility and improves circulation. You will focus on flexibility, balance, strength and posture. Practice on an empty stomach or 2-3 hours after a meal. Bring yoga mat. ll levels M & W 8:30-9:30 am Griswold Cafe. Johnson/Jaime *EXERCISE & FITNESS - PILTES sculpt (Registration Fee: $10.00; $2.00 for students 60+ years. Class Fee: $30.00) contemporary twist to traditional pilates exercises. Pilates Sculpt incorporates a series of challenging rhythmic moves with stretch exercises and various props. Participants will gain improved core strength, flexibility and balance. Bring yoga mat. ll levels M & W 7:30-8:30 am Griswold Cafe. Johnson/Jaime PHYSICL FITNESS DISCLIMER Participation in fitness classes involves varying degrees of accidental injury risks. Tri- Community dult Education is not responsible for any injury to any person suffered while warming up, or participating in Exercise and Fitness classes for any reason whatsoever. Each student certifies upon enrollment that he/she is physically capable of participating in the class. Tri-Community dult Education recommends that every student speak with a physician and receive a physical prior to participating in any Exercise and Fitness class. 21