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1 Rev Alamance Community College Summer 2015 Workforce Development Schedule HOW TO SIGN UP LOCATION KEY CONTENTS (Clickable) Academic & Career Readiness 3 Adult High School Call GED Program Call GED Program in the Community Mail-In Course Call GED Lessons Online Call English as a Second Language Call or ESL Distance Education Call Adult Basic Education Call ABLE (Adult Basic Literacy Education) Call Basic Skills Plus Call Placement Test Prep Call Arts & Crafts See Personal Enrichment... 5 Computer Courses 5 Administrative Professional Assistant... 5 Basic Computer Use (Windows 8)... 5 Easy Does It Computers (Windows 8)... 5 Excel (Microsoft) for Windows... 6 NEW! Microsoft Office Specialist Certification Prep... 6 Photoshop Elements... 6 PowerPoint... 6 Word (Microsoft) for Windows... 6 Construction and Trades 7 Welding... 7 Welding For Artists... 7 Corporate Education

2 Project Management Professional PMP Certification Exam Prep Course... 7 Yellow Belt Certificate Program... 7 ACC/NCSU Green Belt Certificate Program... 8 ACC/NCSU Black Belt... 8 Emergency & Health Services 8 ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)... 8 Anatomy and Physiology for EMS... 8 Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET)... 9 CPR and First Aid... 9 Emergency Medical Technician... 9 Emergency Medical Technician - Continuing Education... 9 Emergency Medical Technician: Paramedic... 9 Firefighter Cadet Training Program Firefighter Training Courses In-Service Law Enforcement Training International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) Medication Aide Nurse Aide Refresher PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) NEW! Pharmacy Technician Training Human Resources Development (HRD) Basic Computer Skills: The Role of IT in the Workplace (*) Career Transitions Information Technology & Employment (*) NEW! Microsoft Digital Literacy Certification Review Employability Skills Basic Computer Skills (2-Week Class, Daytime) Basic Computer Skills (4-Week Class, Evening) NEW! CDL Prep NEW! National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC) Test Prep Job Training, Certifications and Licensure Auto Dealer Continuing Education Auto Dealer 12-Hour Pre-Licensing Course NEW! CDL Prep Ground School for Private Pilots NEW! Network Marketing North Carolina Automotive Inspection Continuing Education Notary Public Education Real Estate Provisional Broker Spanish Interpreter Certificate Intro to Spanish Translation & Spanish Grammar Review Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Wildlife Rehab Online Courses Personal Enrichment Courses or Conversational Spanish Conversational Spanish REVIEW, Advanced Level Conversational Spanish, Level VI... 17

3 Crochet & Knitting for Beginners Dance: Ballroom & Special Occasion Dances Dance: Shag Dance NEW! Defensive Driving (must be age 26+) Floral Design: Seasonal Workshops NEW! German Introduction Getting Paid To Talk Golf Basics & Etiquette NEW! Introduction To Martial Arts Jewelry Workshop Medicare Made Clear Motorcycle Safety Painting: Acrylic & Oil NEW! Painting: Portraits, People & Animals Photography: Basic Photography: Portrait Photography: Workshop Pottery: Hand and Wheel Thrown Quilting: Christmas in July Sewing NEW! Sewing: Clothing Redesign Sign Language Stained Glass Tai Chi Chuan Wedding & Special Event Planning, Level II WOOD - 22 Wood: Framing and Mat Cutting workshop Wood: Basic Woodworking Wood: Furniture Finishing & Refinishing Summer Camps for Middle Schoolers Week 1: June Week 2: July Week 3: Aug Small Business Center Call Introduction to Starting and Financing a Small Business Small Business Owners Roundtable Special Interest 24 Biofuels (Biogas, Alcohol, Biodiesel) Green Shelter Renewable Energy Teacher Renewal Credits/Teacher Assistant/Substitute Teaching Substitute Teacher/Effective Teacher Training Teacher Assistant Program TEACHING SMART: Using SMARTBoards for Instruction Academic & Career Readiness

4 All Academic & Career Readiness programs provide basic educational opportunities for adults aged 16 years or older, and are held at the Carrington-Scott Campus (Graham), at the Dillingham Center (Burlington), and/or at corporate and community sites throughout Alamance County. To enroll today, call ALL ACADEMIC & CAREER READINESS PROGRAMS ARE FREE Adult High School Call This program helps adults who have not graduated from high school to complete their credentials through individualized instruction. Classes are available day, evening, and online. Graduates receive a diploma jointly issued by the Alamance- Burlington School System and Alamance Community College. GED Program Call This high school completion program is designed to prepare adults to take the GED tests. Areas of study include writing and reading, social studies, science and math. The State Board of the N.C. Community College System awards students a GED high school equivalency certification upon a satisfactory score on the GED tests. Call for more information. GED Program in the Community Mail-In Course Call This program is designed to complete GED program lessons by mail. Call for more information. GED Lessons Online Call Study for the GED Tests online with ACC s instructional Internet program. Call for more information. GED and GED Testing Service are registered trademarks of the American Council on Education (ACE). They may not be used or reproduced without the express written permission of ACE or GED Testing Service. The GED and GED Testing Service brands are administered by GED Testing Service LLC under license from the American Council on Education. English as a Second Language Call or This program is for those for whom English is not the primary language and who are interested in improving their English speaking, reading, and writing skills. Call or for more information. El primer paso es llamarnos a ó para una cita. ESL Distance Education Call Save gas! Learn English at home with DVD correspondence and online courses through ACC. Call for more information. Adult Basic Education Call This program is for those who need to improve basic reading, writing, and math skills through the intermediate level. ABLE (Adult Basic Literacy Education) Call This program is for those with developmental disabilities who are interested in basic academic skills, independent and community living skills, and consumer education with a goal of employment and self-sufficiency.

5 Basic Skills Plus Call NEW career pathway, beginning August Earn your high school equivalency and become a CNA at the same time, tuition free. Must meet program requirements and enroll by May 16, Placement Test Prep Call Improve your score on the college placement test. Save time and money with our FREE class, and start earning college credits sooner. Classes offered day and evening in both language and math. Arts & Crafts See Personal Enrichment Computer Courses See also the Online Courses and the Small Business Center listings for computerized accounting and QuickBooks instruction. Administrative Professional Assistant This program provides training for individuals desiring employment in an office setting. Modules include Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint using Office You will learn these individual parts of the Office 2013 suite and how they can interact to improve efficiency in the workplace. The cost of the 3 courses in the series is $274 if taken individually. The APA series is offered at a cost of $183, for a savings of $91. This course is designed to prepare you to take the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification(s), which you may take through ACC for FREE! Call or for more information. Location: DC Hours: 69 Fee: $ /9-8/25 TTH 6-9 p.m. PAY BY 6/4 Basic Computer Use (Windows 8) This beginner s course is appropriate if you have some basic knowledge of operating a personal computer. In this course you will learn procedures common to all Windows programs. The instructor will teach file management; how to set up folders and subfolders; and how to move, copy and delete files. You will also learn to cut and paste, copy, move, drag and drop, and use the save and save as commands. You will learn how to go from portable storage devices such as CDs to the hard drive and vice versa and how to customize your Windows desktop. After completing this course, you should be able to pass the Microsoft Digital Literacy Certification Test. Call or for more information. Location: DC Hours: 20 Fee: $73 BASIC COMPUTER USE: WINDOWS /19-6/18 TTH 8-10 a.m. PAY BY 5/ /14-8/6 TTH 1-3:30 p.m. PAY BY 7/9 Easy Does It Computers (Windows 8) This course is designed to meet your needs if you have NO prior computer experience. The course will move at a slower, more simplified pace than other classes. If you are a new computer user and are confused by the new version of Windows, this is the course for you. Call or for more information. Location: DC Hours: 20 Fee: $ /19-6/18 TTH 10:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. PAY BY 5/ /29-7/29 MW 9-11 a.m. PAY BY 6/24

6 Excel (Microsoft) for Windows Excel is a full-featured spreadsheet program that is part of the Microsoft Office package. Currently the most widely used spreadsheet in business, this program has enormous capabilities for manipulating and analyzing numeric data. In these classes, you will learn Excel functions such as building formulas, editing and formatting cell contents, filtering data, charting, working with multiple spreadsheets, and pivot table. You should have prior experience using Windows before taking these courses. Call or for more information Location: DC Hours: 27 Fee: $128 EXCEL: VER /9-8/6 TTH 6-9 p.m. PAY BY 7/6**.** This course is a part of the Administrative Professional Assistant series and is designed to match up with the Microsoft Office Specialist exam. The entire series may be taken for one registration fee of $183, a savings of $91 over the individual courses. See the course description there. Location: DC Hours: 20 Fee: $ /18-6/17 MW 5:30-7:30 p.m. PAY BY 5/13 NEW! Microsoft Office Specialist Certification Prep Today s information workers use Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Access to accomplish their work, yet most only use about 20% of the software s features. This course is designed for persons who have intermediate to expert Microsoft skills, and are interested in going through a series of practice tests and self-paced training in preparation for the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification. Students use the Gemetrix software that administers practice tests that are performance-based simulations to provide the best assessment of real-world experience. Testing and training modes provide step-by-step help for each question. Students get detailed, printable score reports highlighting areas requiring further review. Students also have free use of the Career Assistance Lab to use Gemetrix outside of class times. At the end of the course, students will take the MOS tests for free (tests are normally $ each). Students who receive the MOS certificate, and pursue the ACC Information Technology degree, will get credit for the CIS 110 class. (Purchase of books optional) Location: ACC Hours: 72 Fee: $ /4-8/31 M 5-9 p.m. PAY BY 5/4 Photoshop Elements Create extraordinary photos with this photo editing software. In this class you will learn to make personalized creations like collages, greeting cards, CD jackets and un-clutter and repair photos using basic and advanced modes. Learn to use the powerful Organizer to maintain your inventory of images, making it easy to find and use your images, as well as how to make simple photo fix improvements to your images using the built-in tools. You will be able to print your creations directly to your home printer. Call or for more information. Location: DC Hours: 20 Fee: $ /20-7/22 W 5:30-7:30 p.m. PAY BY 5/15 PowerPoint PowerPoint is a full-featured presentation program that is part of the Microsoft Office Suite. In this course you will learn to make compelling presentations with graphics (and/or sound), animations, special transition effects, and much more. You will learn how to use PowerPoint to become a better communicator. Call or for more information. This course is a part of the Administrative Professional Assistant series. The entire series may be taken for one registration fee of $183, a savings of $91 over the individual courses. See the course description there. Location: DC Hours: 15 Fee: $ /11-8/25 TTH 6-9 p.m. PAY BY 8/6 Word (Microsoft) for Windows This full-featured word processing program, a part of the Microsoft Office package, is currently the most popular word processing program used in business. This program has tremendous capability for working with all sorts of written communications. In this course you will learn to take a document from conception to completion, including formatting,

7 mail merge, inserting graphics and tables, and using templates and styles. You should have prior experience or education in Windows before taking this course. Call or for more information. Location: DC Hours: Fee: $73 WORD: VER /11-7/7 TTH 6-9 p.m. PAY BY 6/6** /29-7/29 MW 5:15-7:15 p.m. PAY BY 6/25.** This course is a part of the Administrative Professional Assistant series and is designed to match up with the Microsoft Office Specialist exam. The entire series may be taken for one registration fee of $183, a savings of $91 over the individual courses. See the course description there. Construction and Trades Welding Welding is the most common way of permanently joining metals. Because of its strength, welding is used to build and repair a myriad of products, from pipelines and power plants to ships and spacecraft. This course will teach introductory welding techniques and is designed for anyone seeking to advance their skills. Call the ACC Welding Department at for information about required personal protection equipment. Students must also have accident insurance, which may be purchased from the college. *Equipment needed: safety glasses, welding shield, welding jacket, welding gloves, work boots, and proper clothing. Call for more information. Location: ACC Hours: 32 Fee: $128* /21-7/16 TH 6:30-10:30 p.m. PAY BY 5/18 Welding For Artists This course will focus on basic MIG welding, plasma cutting, and forging to teach these skills to artists in order to help them with their work. We will introduce students to basic fabrication skills to create custom pieces. Students will have the chance to work with a variety of materials. Call the ACC Welding Department at for information about required personal protection equipment. Students must also have accident insurance, which may be purchased from the college. *Equipment needed: safety glasses, welding shield, welding jacket, welding gloves, work boots, and proper clothing. Call for more information. Location: ACC Hours: 32 Fee: $128* /27-7/15 W 6:30-10:30 PAY BY 5/22 Corporate Education Project Management Professional PMP Certification Exam Prep Course Course activities target Project Management Professional (PMP) exam preparation. This course will satisfy the 35 contact hours for project management education that allows eligible candidates to sit for the PMP exam. Who should attend: eligible project managers, team members, and individuals who are preparing to sit for their PMP certification exam. Location: ACC Hours: 36 Fee: $128* 6/1-8/17 M 6-9 pm Yellow Belt Certificate Program Course provides an orientation to the Lean basic history, concepts, and improvement process. Training focuses on how to apply and develop Kaizen and Lean principles for minimizing the amount of time and resources used in work processes by elimination of waste and defects. Yellow Belts participate as a core team member or subject matter expert (SME) on a project or projects. They gather data, participate in problem-solving exercises, and add their personal experiences to the exploration process. Not only do Yellow Belts learn the skills necessary to identify, monitor, and control profit-eating practices in their own processes, but they are also prepared to feed that information to other Green Belts and Black Belts. Prerequisite: None Location: ACC Hours: 24 Fee: $73 5/6-6/24 W 6-9 p.m. 7/8-8/26 W 6-9 p.m. 9/2-10/21 W 6-9 p.m.

8 ACC/NCSU Green Belt Certificate Program SECTION 1: Learn the tools and skills needed to plan and complete a Lean Six Sigma certification project. Work on teams led by Lean Six Sigma Black Belts. Help your organization implement Lean Six Sigma effectively. Prerequisite: Yellow Belt Certification or Credit by Exam. Location: ACC Hours: 36 Fee: $378 (reg. $128/text $250) 4/13-7/6 M 6-9 p.m. 7/13-10/5 M 6-9 p.m. SECTION 2: Training in the statistical tools needed to implement Lean Six Sigma projects using Minitab statistical software for quality improvement and data analysis. Lean Six Sigma projects require company approval and 6 month/6 hours (1hour each month) Project Review Class attendance. Prerequisite: Company Approved Project Green Belt Section1 Location: ACC Hours: 24 Fee: $73 plus NCSU Green Belt Project Review/Certificate Fee of $100 4/9-5/28 TH 6-9 p.m. 7/16-9/3 TH 6-9 p.m. ACC/NCSU Black Belt SECTION 1: Black Belts are trained to identify, implement processes to maximize an organization s return on investments. Black Belts use two powerful methodologies, Lean and Six Sigma for reducing waste, speeding up processes, and determining root cause of problems and are full time leaders, change agents, and practitioners of Lean Six Sigma. Prerequisite: Green Belt Section 1, 2 Location: ACC Hours: 42 Fee: $428 (reg. $128/text $300) 6/9-9/8 T 6-9 p.m. SECTION 2: Class focuses on Six Sigma Project planning and development. Black Belt instructor serves as mentor to Project formatting. Six Sigma projects require company approval and 6 month/6 hours (1 hour each month) Project Review Class attendance. Project data collection requires work outside class times. Prerequisite: Company Approved Project, Green Belt 1, 2, Black Belt 1 Location: ACC Hours: 22 Fee: $73 plus NCSU Green Belt Project Review/Certificate Fee of $200 9/15-10/27 T 6-9 p.m. For the most up-to-date schedule please check out our web page: To register or for more information contact: Jeff Bright, Associate Vice President, Corporate Education Sheila Bissette, Secretary jeffrey.bright@alamancecc.edu sheila.bissette@alamancecc.edu Emergency & Health Services ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) Call for more information. Anatomy and Physiology for EMS This course is a pre or co-requisite for the Paramedic program. If you plan to become a paramedic, this course is required. Call for more info. Location: ACC Hours: 80 Fee: $183 TBA TBA PAY BY

9 Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) The BLET course is required in order to become a law enforcement officer in NC. This course covers all of the topics mandated by the NC Criminal Justice Training and Standards Commission. Students must be sponsored by a law enforcement agency, and need to be at least 20 years of age to be able to take the state exam. Application packets are available at both the main campus and the Burlington Center. For more information call Tony Holland at CPR and First Aid Alamance Community College offers First Aid and CPR certification classes. Call for more information. Emergency Medical Technician This is the course you need to take if you are seeking a basic EMT credential. Upon successful completion of the coursework, you must take and pass a state EMT exam in order to be credentialed as an EMT. This course is also a prerequisite for advanced credentials such as EMT-I or Paramedic. In the basic course, you will learn emergency treatment for a variety of serious medical situations. Call for more information. Location: ACC Hours: 200 Fee: $ /12-8/30 TTHS* 6-10 p.m. PAY BY 5/ /2-7/31 TWF 9 a.m.-6 p.m. PAY BY 5/28 *This course will meet every other Saturday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in addition to Tuesdays and Thursdays. EMT-B (Hybrid) /6-8/15 WS** 6-10 p.m. PAY BY 5/1 **Hybrid courses are part classroom, part on-line. This course will meet an occasional Saturday from 8 am to 5 pm in addition to Wednesdays. Students must be computer literate, have a computer and internet access /27-4/14 T 6:15-9:45 p.m. PAY BY 1/22 Emergency Medical Technician - Continuing Education This course is for persons credentialed as EMT Basic. This course is to satisfy the continuing education needed to maintain your credential. Location: ACC Hours: 36 Fee: $128 *Class meets on the 4 th Wednesday of each month. Emergency Medical Technician: Paramedic This is the course you need if you have already completed EMT and wish to progress to the Paramedic level. Anatomy and Physiology is a pre- or co-requisite for the program. Call for more information. Location: ACC Hours: 900+ Fee: $183 per semester (plus materials & fees) PARAMEDIC ACADEMY /18/15-5/31/16 MTH 9 a.m.-6 p.m. PAY BY 5/13 PARAMEDIC (nights/weekends) COMING IN OCTOBER 2015 Can you qualify for a SECU Scholarship? ACC s Continuing Education division has partnered with the SECU Foundation to offer assistance to the following: Unemployed Underemployed Veteran Spouse of a veteran Member of the National Guard AND you are enrolling in a program that leads to a state-regulated credential (EMS, BLET, fire certification) or industry-recognized credential (e.g. Green Belt/Black Belt) Preference will be for those in programs with extra costs (books, uniforms, supplies, etc.) or those that require multiple classes to complete. Students should apply through ACC s Workforce Development office. For more information call (336)

10 Firefighter Cadet Training Program This program is designed to prepare individuals for employment as firefighters. It will include the coursework necessary to complete Firefighter I & II certification. You must be able to pass a pre-entrance physical and a reading comprehension test. Classes will meet Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. This is an excellent way to prepare you for a career in firefighting in the shortest time possible. We encourage both minority and female applicants to apply. It is strongly recommended that fire cadets take the EMT-Basic course as well. For more information, contact the Dillingham Center of ACC at or Location: DC Hours: 615 Fee: $ /10-11/25 M-F 7 a.m.-5:30 p.m. APPLY BY 7/30 *Agility test on 8/1 Firefighter Training Courses We offer many courses for firefighter training, both certification and other in-service training. Call to be added to an notification list of upcoming courses. In-Service Law Enforcement Training ACC offers many of the mandated and a number of non-mandated courses for law enforcement in-service training. For more information, contact Gene Perry at International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) For more information, call Medication Aide This 24-hour NC Board of Nursing-approved course is designed for candidates seeking medication aide credentialing in North Carolina. After successful completion of this course, you must then pass the NC Medication Aider exam administered by Pearson Vue. You must pass a 24-hour NC Board of Nursing-approved Medication Aide training program and pass the NC Medication Aide exam to be listed on the NC Medication Aide Registry. Participants must be a nurse aide on the NC Nurse Aide Registry. When registering for this course, we will need to make a copy of your driver s license and social security card; also, you must show proof of high school completion (diploma or GED). Call for more information. Location: ACC Hours: 24 Fee: $73 (plus book) /2-7/7 T 5-9:15 pm PAY BY 5/28 Nurse Aide Refresher This course is appropriate if your N.C. nurse aide credential has expired and you wish to renew it, OR, if you have a current or expired out-of-state credential and wish to be credentialed in North Carolina. To be eligible to take the course, you are required (1) to have been listed in good standing on the N.C. Nurse Aide Registry within the last four years OR (2) to have been listed in good standing with another state within the last four years. Coursework is required, and the class size is limited. Call for more information including prerequisites. (Note: This is NOT the same as the basic Nurse Aide class, which is for beginners. For that class, call ) Location: ACC Hours: 40 Fee: $ /21-7/23 TH 5-9:15 pm PAY BY 5/18 PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) Call for more information.

11 NEW! Pharmacy Technician Training Opportunities are growing in the dynamic pharmacy technician field. This course is mainly for people already in the field and will help prepare those interested in the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) examination. Call for more information. Location: Goodwill Hours: 90 Fee: $ /20-9/1 TW 6-9 p.m. PAY BY 5/15 Human Resources Development (HRD) HRD focuses on the development of workplace skills by providing skill assessment services, employability skills training, and career development counseling to unemployed and underemployed adults. The HRD program is student-centered and focuses on the creation of activities geared towards the acquisition of work-related skills, the establishment of a variety of options for upgrading employment-related skills, and the development of proactive outreach and instructional strategies to help students reach their goals. Morning, afternoon, and evening classes are conveniently offered throughout the year. Call for more information or for specific course schedules. HRD courses are FREE to those who meet any one of the following four criteria: You are currently unemployed You have received notification of a pending layoff You are working and eligible for the Federal Earned Income Tax Credit You are working and earn wages at or below 200 percent of the federal poverty guidelines Basic Computer Skills: The Role of IT in the Workplace (*) This course will introduce information technology as it relates to education and training, employment, and social media and networking in the 21st century. This includes word processing, , the Internet, job search, and career and occupational research. *Free for qualified individuals. Location: DC Hours: 48 Fee: $128* /4-5/28 M-TH 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. PAY BY 4/ /1-6/25 M-TH 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. PAY BY 5/ /29-7/23 M-TH 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. PAY BY 6/ /27-8/20 M-TH 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. PAY BY 7/22 Career Transitions This course is designed to assist individuals in making a sound career decision. The program is divided into subject areas. Career Planning and Assessment focuses on personal development and career planning. Career Pathways focuses on specific occupational areas and features presentations by College curriculum department heads. Career Readiness focuses on effective study skills and time management. Call for more information. *Free for qualified individuals. Information Technology & Employment (*) This course will introduce information technology as it relates to gainful employment. This includes resume scanning, online applications, and spreadsheets and presentations. *Free for qualified individuals. Location: DC Hours: 40 Fee: $128* /4-5/28 M-TH 2:30 5 p.m. PAY BY 4/ /1-6/25 M-TH 2:30-5 p.m. PAY BY 5/ /29-7/23 M-TH 2:30-5 p.m. PAY BY 6/ /27-8/20 M-TH 2:30-5 p.m. PAY BY 7/22

12 NEW! Microsoft Digital Literacy Certification Review This class is self-paced and self-directed, and will provide training of new technology that students will encounter in the workplace and provide an understanding of career opportunities available for computer-literate people. Learn computer basics, terminology, performance and features, operating systems, security and privacy, and keeping your computer upto-date. Learn the uses of the Internet and Cloud Services, learn to create and manage , and learn other methods of communicating on the Internet, such as instant messaging, Web-cam video communication, and blogs. Get an introduction to the productivity programs Microsoft Office 2013 and Office Web Apps. Identify digital technology career opportunities: learn how digital technology helps people work from any location, the career opportunities available for information workers, the career opportunities available for IT professionals, and the career opportunities available for developers. Upon completion of each unit, students will be able to print Microsoft Digital Literacy certificates. *Free for qualified individuals. Location: ACC Hours: 56 Fee: $ /1-8/31 M 11 a.m.-3 p.m. PAY BY 5/4 Classes at Goodwill Community Resource Center (Burlington) * Employability Skills Are you unemployed or underemployed? Are you frustrated in your job search, facing barriers in gaining employment and achieving earnings sufficient to live on? If your answer is yes, this class may be for you. Topics covered in this class will be: soft skills, responding to challenges, communication styles, work attitudes and behaviors, career planning, and resume/cover letter preparation. *This class is free for those who financially qualify /18-5/28 M-TH 9 a.m.-12 p.m /1-6/11 M-TH 9 a.m.-12 p.m /15-6/25 M-TH 9 a.m.-12 p.m /29-7/9 M-TH 9 a.m.-12 p.m /13-7/23 M-TH 9 a.m.-12 p.m /27-8/6 M-TH 9 a.m.-12 p.m /10-8/20 M-TH 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Basic Computer Skills (2-Week Class, Daytime) Basic computer skills are critical for today s workplace. This class will enable you to become comfortable with computer use. You will also learn how to complete online applications and search online employment sites using the Internet. This class is free for those who financially qualify /18-5/28 M-TH 1.-4 p.m /1-6/11 M-TH 1.-4 p.m /15-6/25 M-TH 1.-4 p.m /29-7/9 M-TH 1.-4 p.m /13-7/23 M-TH 1.-4 p.m /27-8/6 M-TH 1.-4 p.m /10-8/20 M-TH 1.-4 p.m. Basic Computer Skills (4-Week Class, Evening) /5-5/28 T-TH 5:30-7 p.m /2-6/25 T-TH 5:30-7 p.m /7-7/30 T-TH 5:30-7 p.m /4-8/27 T-TH 5:30-7 p.m. NEW! CDL Prep This class will help students gain the knowledge needed to acquire a commercial driver s license permit. The class will cover safety, CDL prep and a visual inspection (walk around) of the truck for safety. Companies in the area are looking to immediately hire students with their CDL permit in a Driver Trainee program. Students must attend all days to get credit for the class. NO DRIVING INVOLVED. For more information call or Location: Goodwill Hours: 20 Fee: $70* /24-7/25 FS 8 a.m.-5 p.m. PAY BY 7/20 7/26 SU 8 a.m.-12 p.m.

13 NEW! National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC) Test Prep Want to become more employable? Want to improve your ability in job skills that are necessary for today's job market? ACC can help you enhance your opportunities for employment. We are now officially a testing site for the National Career Readiness Certificate, also known as the NCRC. The NCRC consists of three tests, assessing these three skills: applied mathematics, reading for information, locating information. Your score on the tests determines if you earn a NCRC Gold, Silver or Bronze. More and more public agencies and private businesses are using the NCRC to make employee hiring and promotion decisions. ACC is also running NCRC test prep classes, using an online tutorial called KeyTrain. These test prep classes are highly recommended to help people do better on the tests. *Free for qualified individuals. Location: DC Hours: 40 Fee: $ /4-5/28 M-TH 8-10:30 a.m. PAY BY 4/ /1-6/25 M-TH 8-10:30 a.m. PAY BY 5/ /29-7/23 M-TH 8-10:30 a.m. PAY BY 6/ /27-8/20 M-TH 8-10:30 a.m. PAY BY 7/22 Job Training, Certifications and Licensure Auto Dealer Continuing Education House Bill 432 mandates that any independent auto dealer seeking renewal of his/her license must show proof of attendance at a DMV-approved, six-hour continuing education class. This requirement must be met every year. ACC has developed an updated six-hour Independent Auto Dealer Workshop that meets this annual requirement. Registration fee includes the workshop and course materials. Call for more information. Location: DC Hours: 6 Fee: $ /23 TH 9 a.m.-4 p.m. PAY BY 7/20 Auto Dealer 12-Hour Pre-Licensing Course This course provides prospective auto dealers with the 12 hours of authorized pre-licensing training to be licensed in North Carolina. Topics include powers of commissioner, dealer license plates, vehicle inspections, titling and registration, frequently used forms, and dealer disclosures. Call for more information. Location: DC Hours: 12 Fee: $ /21-7/22 TW 9 a.m.-4 p.m. PAY BY 7/16 NEW! CDL Prep This class will help students gain the knowledge needed to acquire a commercial driver s license permit. The class will cover safety, CDL prep and a visual inspection (walk around) of the truck for safety. Companies in the area are looking to immediately hire students with their CDL permit in a Driver Trainee program. Students must attend all days to get credit for the class. NO DRIVING INVOLVED. For more information call or Location: Goodwill Hours: 20 Fee: $70* /24-7/25 FS 8 a.m.-5 p.m. PAY BY 7/20 7/26 SU 8 a.m.-12 p.m. Ground School for Private Pilots This is the standard ground school course for persons seeking to obtain their private pilot license. This course does NOT include any flight instruction. Call for more information. Location: DC Hours: 50 Fee: $ /2-7/28 TTH 6-9 p.m. PAY BY 5/28 NEW! Network Marketing Do you feel restless? Do you feel unsatisfied? Do you feel there must be a better way when it comes to your work and the way you make your living? This course is all about career development. It will show you how to develop a network, or

14 expand your existing one, and use this network to market your skills in new and better ways in order to achieve your career goals. Call for more information. Location: DC Hours: 24 Fee: $ /2-7/9 TTH 6-8 p.m. PAY BY 5/28 North Carolina Automotive Inspection Continuing Education Alamance Community College is approved by the DMV to offer Safety License and OBD-2 Inspection certification and recertification courses. These courses are offered on a weekly basis throughout the year and fill weeks in advance. Call to reserve your spot. Notary Public Education This course is required to become a notary public in North Carolina. Upon completion of the course, you will complete and send an application with the $50 fee to the N.C. Secretary of State s office to receive your commission. You will need to purchase your own notary seal or stamp. Course fee includes the cost of the textbook. Fees are subject to change without notification. Call or for more information. Location: DC Hours: 7 Fee: $ /5 & 5/7 TTH 6-9:30 p.m. PAY BY 4/ /16 & 6/18 TTH 6-9:30 p.m. PAY BY 6/ /21 & 7/23 TTH 6-9:30 p.m. PAY BY 7/16 Real Estate Provisional Broker This course will satisfy the education requirements for individuals wishing to become licensed as a provisional real estate broker. After completing the course, you will need to apply for a license ($30 application fee to the Real Estate Commission) and sit for and pass the state exam ($64exam fee). This course has a required textbook. Please call or for more information. Instructor is Larry Lee. Location: DC Hours: 90 Fee: $ /18-7/30 MTTH 6-9 p.m. PAY BY 5/13 Spanish Interpreter Certificate This certificate program prepares students to work as paraprofessional Spanish interpreters, facilitating oral communication between people in various community settings such as hospitals, schools and service agencies. The program has two possible tracks: TRACK 1: students who are native Spanish speakers TRACK 2: students who are native English speakers Prerequisite for native English speakers is showing proficiency at the Intermediate Spanish II level as determined by testing or successful completion of the curriculum course SPA 212. For native Spanish speakers, the curriculum courses DRE 096, DRE 097, and DRE 098 may be required based on placement test scores. Call for more information. Track 1 (required courses for native Spanish speakers): Writing and Inquiry (curriculum course ENG 111) Oral Communication (curriculum course ENG 115) Professional Research/Reporting (curriculum course ENG 114) Track 2 (required courses for native English speakers): Spanish Reading & Composition (curriculum course SPA 231) Spanish Conversation (curriculum course SPA 221) Spanish Grammar Review (Workforce Development course) Required courses for both Tracks: Introduction to Spanish Interpreting Analytical Skills in Spanish Interpreting Introduction to Spanish Translation Course offerings for this summer are as follows:

15 Intro to Spanish Translation & Spanish Grammar Review This combines two of the required courses above into one long course, to provide a cost-savings to the student. Location: ACC Hours: 64 Fee: $ /8-7/2 M-TH 9 a.m.-1 p.m. PAY BY 6/3 Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator ACC offers the course to meet requirements by the N.C. Water Pollution Control System Operators Certification Commission for persons to become certified wastewater treatment plant operators. This course is scheduled on an asneeded basis. For more information or to be added to the list of those needing this certification, call Wildlife Rehab This course is intended for anyone who works with animals and has a serious interest in rehabilitation. It provides training on how to deal with different types of wildlife, take and return phone calls from the public, and get local wildlife here in North Carolina rehabilitated and returned to their natural habitats where they belong. Upon finishing the course, students will get a certificate of completion and will fill out paperwork for a state permit to rehabilitate animals as well as have the opportunity to join the Wildlife Rehab Inc. non-profit organization if they so choose. Call for more information. Location: DC Hours: 24 Fee: $ /1-7/20 M 6-9 p.m. PAY BY 5/27 Online Courses Never taken an online class? Once you ve experienced the flexibility of the schedule, the user-friendliness of the online experience, and the quality of the classes, we re VERY confident you ll be hooked and want to take more. Do you have trouble fitting traditional classroom courses into your busy schedule? Continuing Education online courses are available on a schedule you choose. Courses begin every month and last six weeks. Each course consists of 12 lessons, with two lessons released each week. You can view your lessons 24 hours a day, seven days a week from any computer that has Internet access. What makes our online courses unique? They are taught by experts and provide interaction with instructor and fellow students. They never cancel and never fill. Best of all, the reasonable price make these courses affordable. Don t take our word for it. Before you register, browse our online catalog and read the fantastic comments from our students. You can also take a demo lesson for free. If you haven t experienced our online courses, you re missing the best training on the Web. Online classes begin on these dates and continue for six weeks: May 13, Jun 17, Jul 15, Aug 12 The more than 250 courses are divided into the following sections: Accounting and Finance Business Accounting Fundamentals Business Communication Accounting Software Business Software Personal Finance and Investments General Business Skills

16 Grant Writing Management and Leadership Nonprofit Project Management Sales and Marketing Start Your Own Business Computer Applications Adobe Microsoft Other Applications Design and Composition Adobe Software Digital Photography Graphic Design Multimedia Web Design Health Care and Medical Alternative Medicine Ancillary EMS and Firefighters Ethics, Law, and Compliance Health Information Management Veterinary Language and Arts Arts Creative Writing Digital Photography Graphic and Multimedia Design Languages Publishing Visit for a complete listing of all courses and specific course content. Learn why Internet-based education is so popular. Online courses at ACC: Stay at home...go far. Personal Enrichment Courses or Classes listed under this section are designed to enrich the lives of students and promote social interests and creativity. These activities are non-credit courses but many students have used knowledge and skills gained through these classes to develop a primary or secondary source of income. Call the numbers listed above for more information on any of the Personal Enrichment courses. 9+ These classes are suitable for children ages 9+ with an accompanying adult. Conversational Spanish Learn to speak and understand basic words, sentences, and phrases. Specific words and subject matter may be covered, depending on the interests of the class. Being able to speak their language is a great benefit if you work with or help the Spanish-speaking public. *Students are responsible for textbooks and materials. Textbooks will be discussed at first class. Raquel Held, Instructor Location: DC Hours: 20 Fee: $73* LEVEL I /1-6/24 MW 6-8:30 p.m. PAY BY 5/ /6-7/29 MW 6-8:30 p.m. PAY BY 6/30 LEVEL II /19-6/11 TTH 6-8:30 p.m. PAY BY 5/ /7-7/30 TTH 6-8:30 p.m. PAY BY 7/1 Conversational Spanish REVIEW, Advanced Level These classes are designed to help advanced students review their conversational skills and practice over the summer break. *Students are responsible for textbooks and materials. Raquel Held, instructor Location: May Memorial Hours: 12 Fee: $60* /12-7/24 F 12-2 p.m. PAY BY 6/9

17 Conversational Spanish, Level VI This class is designed for advanced students wishing to enhance conversational skills. Students will practice sentences and phrases and be able to speak and read the language. Students will use a combination of 5 different books, video lessons, and audio tapes to become more familiar with the culture and variations of the Spanish language. Students must have prior approval before joining this class due to the advanced level. *Students are responsible for textbooks and materials. Raquel Held, instructor Location: DC Hours: 32 Fee: $128* /7-11/20 F 12-2 p.m. PAY BY 8/4 Crochet & Knitting for Beginners 9+ Students will learn the basic techniques for Crochet & Knitting in this class. This class takes students through all areas from yarn selection to finished project. Students will learn simple stitches and how to read and follow patterns. *Supply list given upon registration. Camille Thomas, instructor. Location: DC Hours: 12 Fee: $49* /7-5/28 TH 6-9 p.m. PAY BY 5/4 baby blankets /9-7/30 TH 6-9 p.m. PAY BY 7/6 Christmas in July /6-8/27 TH 6-9 p.m. PAY BY 8/3 Fall gifts Dance: Ballroom & Special Occasion Dances 9+ Do you have a special occasion coming up? Come learn steps for that traditional First Dance or Father-Daughter Dance or other special occasions. Students learn various dance steps and practice these steps in the class. The class includes American style Waltz, Fox Trot, Tango, Latin and Rhythm dances. This is the perfect class to take as a couple. A dance partner is not required but is suggested. Sheila and Hugh Walker, instructors Location: Forest Hills Hours: 12 Fee: $ /21-6/25 TH 7-9 p.m. PAY BY 5/ /9-8/13 TH 7-9 p.m. PAY BY 7/6 Dance: Shag Dance 9+ Did you know that Shag Dance is North Carolina s official state popular dance? It is a type of swing dance that developed during the 1930's and 40's combining nimble footwork with upbeat rhythm and blues known as beach music. Shagging originated at open-air beach parties on the North and South Carolina coasts and is most often associated with Carolina beach music. Come learn this popular state dance and be ready to show off your skills as you dance and shag on the boulevard. A dance partner is not required but is suggested. Beginners will learn and practice basic shag dance steps. More experienced dancers will learn more advanced steps. Sheila and Hugh Walker, instructors Location: Forest Hills Hours: 12 Fee: $ /18-6/22 M 7-9 p.m. PAY BY 5/ /6-8/10 M 7-9 p.m. PAY BY 6/30 NEW! Defensive Driving (must be age 26+) Students of all ages will learn essential defensive driving techniques and skills to avoid collisions and decrease future violations. This driver improvement course is the most widely used and recognized course in the nation. Our most common evaluation on this course is that it should be required for driver s license renewal. Location: ACC/ DC Hours: 4 Fee: $65 Call for available dates and locations. Floral Design: Seasonal Workshops 9+ Students will learn the basics of floral arranging and design and will make their own seasonal floral arrangements. Students will learn how to select the correct container to make their arrangements pop. Artificial flowers may be used in class. *Students are responsible for their supplies. Blake Jones, instructor. Location: KSC Hours: 12 Fee: $50* /5-5/26 T 6-9 p.m. PAY BY 4/29

18 NEW! German Introduction 9+ This short course is intended to introduce students to the German language and culture. Students will learn greetings and small talk, info about weather terms, how to read and order from a menu and basic grammar to help with daily activities. Jennifer Holt, Instructor Location: DC Hours: 7.5 Fee: $ /2-6/30 T 6-7:30 p.m. PAY BY 5/28 Getting Paid To Talk This class will introduce you to the growing field of voice over. Learn what the pros look for, how to prepare, and where to find work in your area! We ll discuss industry pros and cons and play samples from working voice professionals. In addition, you ll have an opportunity to record a short professional script under the direction of our teacher. Instruction by Voice Coaches, LLC Location: DC Hours: 2.5 Fee: $ /11 T 6:30-9 p.m. PAY BY 8/6 Golf Basics & Etiquette 9+ This course is appropriate if you are a beginner golfer with little or no experience, a 'business golfer', or a golfer with physical or injury limitations. The instructor will go over the rules & etiquette of playing golf. Instruction will be given for irons, putting, chipping & longer clubs, with complete instruction for alignment, grip & set-up. First class meets at Burlington Center. *Students are responsible for their own supplies. *Golf clubs required except for the first class. Mike Doyle, Instructor Location: Randy s Golf Center Hours: 12 Fee: $80* /21-6/25 TH 6-8 p.m. PAY BY 5/18 NEW! Introduction To Martial Arts Students are challenged mentally to learn new martial arts techniques and self-defense skills, physically through exercise and cardio training and emotionally by engaging in life skills training for success in all areas of life while keeping in the bounds of their individual abilities. Students will learn to manage stress, improve physical health and flexibility, gain focus and concentration, improve awareness of self and interaction with others and learn self-defense skills. Practice gear and equipment provided. Instruction by Carolina Shin Karate. Location: World Tang Soo Do Hours: 12 Fee: $ /9-7/30 TH 9-10:30 a.m. PAY BY 7/6 Jewelry Workshop 9+ This introduction to jewelry design will teach you how to string beads and the correct method to secure fasteners. Students will learn the fundamental techniques of weaving, chaining, floating, and caging beads as well as finishing techniques for necklaces, bracelets, earrings, rings and more. Become inspired and challenged to create unique designs. Ideal methods of bending, swirling, and curling wire will also be explored. *Supplies discussed at first class. Elisa DiGiambattista, instructor Location: DC Hours: 10 Fee: $53* /5-6/2 T 6-8 p.m. PAY BY 4/ /16-7/14 T 6-8 p.m. PAY BY 6/ /28-8/25 T 6-8 p.m. PAY BY 7/23 Medicare Made Clear Have you heard that there have been many changes to Medicare? Learn about all of the options available to you. Did you know that you don t have to be 65 to qualify for Medicare? Whether you are retired or just planning for retirement, this course will help you to make the most of Medicare. We will talk about part A and B and about all of the new options that are available to those who qualify for Medicare. When you understand all of the options you can make the best decision for you. Bill Cauthren, Instructor. Location: DC Hours: 3 Fee: FREE

19 5/5 T 6-9 p.m. Register BY 4/30 6/2 T 6-9 p.m. Register BY 5/27 Motorcycle Safety Basic Rider Course The Basic Rider Course is aimed at beginning riders of all ages. Never ridden a motorcycle? Maybe you need to refresh your skills. You will be amazed with your newly-found skills and confidence. (Even experienced riders have expressed appreciation for the skills they have learned.) Most self-taught riders are unaware of the skills needed to minimize chances of accidents or injuries. Successful completion will exempt you from the riding portion of the NCDMV Endorsement test. Many insurance companies offer premium discounts for successful graduates of this course. The course consists of 23 hours presented in a mixture of classroom and range/riding time. Practical riding skills are developed in a controlled, off-street environment. The course is also mandatory for motorcyclists under the age of 18 in the state of NC. Each course meets on Friday night and all day Saturday and Sunday. Enrollment is limited to 11 students per class and is taken on a first come, first served basis. Register and pay early to reserve your spot. *A waiver form is required. Call or for more information. Location: ACC Hours: 23 Fee: $178 4/24-4/26 5/15-5/17 6/12-6/14 5/1-5/3 5/29-5/31 7/17-7/19 8/7-8/9 8/21-8/23 Experienced Rider Course The Experienced Rider Course is for someone who has been riding for a little while. It s a great way to learn more about your riding abilities and the capabilities of your motorcycle. Students interested in attending an Experienced Rider Course must possess a valid motorcycle license or motorcycle endorsement to their license. A motorcycle learner s permit is also acceptable. It is recommended that you have at least 6 months riding experience or 3,000 miles under your belt. You must provide a street legal, properly licensed motorcycle for the range exercises, and must show proof of insurance. Your bike must also pass a visual safety inspection on the morning of the class. The course consists of a full day of riding on a controlled course to allow you to practice new skills or to refine existing skills. If you normally ride with a passenger, passengers are allowed in the class for an additional fee. Enrollment is limited to 11 students per class and is taken on a first come, first served basis Register and pay early to reserve your spot. Call for more information. Location: ACC Hours: 9 Fee: $80 5/9 7/11 Painting: Acrylic & Oil Learn a variety of skills and techniques for working in acrylics & oils. Learn techniques for sketching, mixing colors, and applying paints to the paper to achieve a variety of desired effects. The instructor works with students of all levels from beginner to advanced. *A supply list given upon registration. Rena Jones, instructor Location: DC Hours: 24 Fee: $73* /18-8/13 TH 2-5 p.m. PAY BY 6/15 NEW! Painting: Portraits, People & Animals Perfect for the Beginner or advanced student. Students may choose to use oil or acrylic paints for this class. The students will spend a few weeks learning and applying techniques for correct facial features and then progress to a portrait using their own photographs. Drawing skills are not necessary and students will learn a variety of techniques to transfer their image to the canvas. Students will learn how to transfer the subject to canvas, mix skin tones colors and have the correct composition for the portrait. *A supply list of materials will be discussed at the first class. Students should bring their own acrylic or oil paints. Betty Tyler, instructor. Location: DC Hours: 24 Fee: $73* /15-8/10 M 1-4 p.m. PAY BY 6/ /15-8/10 M 6-9 p.m. PAY BY 6/10 Photography: Basic Learn the basic operations of a film or digital SLR camera including f/stops, shutter speeds, exposures, lighting, composition, and film speed. Critiques of student photographs are used as a part of the learning process. Come learn from the former owner of Westbrook Studios. Joe Robertson, instructor. Location: DC Hours: 24 Fee: $ /7-6/25 TH 6:30-9:30 p.m. PAY BY 5/4

20 Photography: Portrait Pre-requisite: Basic Photography or similar background. Students will learn techniques of classic and contemporary portrait photography including posing, lighting, composition, and clothing selection. Outdoor and indoor location as well as in-studio will be covered for both individual and group portraiture. Students will work with models to cover portraiture of various individuals and groups. Students need to provide their own DSLR camera. Come learn from the former owner of Westbrook Studios. Joe Robertson, instructor. Location: ACC, 102 Hours: 24 Fee: $ /16-8/4 T 6:30-9:30 p.m. PAY BY 6/11 Photography: Workshop 9+ Class will include a short session on basic camera operation and how to get the perfect picture. Students will then have the opportunity for a photo walk at a local park that includes opportunities to photograph action, people, animals, structures, nature, and various lighting. This is the perfect class for a parent and child to take together. Students should bring a lawn chair, notebook & pencil, sunscreen, waterbottle and a bag lunch. *Class will gather at the Dillingham Campus before heading out. Joe Robertson, instructor. Location: tba Hours: 6 Fee: $ /20 Sa 10:00 am 4:30 p.m. PAY BY 6/ /18 Sa 10:00 am 4:30 p.m. PAY BY 7/15 Pottery: Hand and Wheel Thrown 9+ In this class student learn clay wheel-throwing and glazing techniques. Some hand building techniques may also be explored depending on the class interest. The finished pieces are kiln fired, glazed, and fired a final time. Instructor works with all skill levels. REGISTRATION IS LIMITED. STUDENTS MUST REGISTER AND PAY BY DEADLINE TO ALLOW FOR CLAY TO BE ORDERED NO EXCEPTIONS. *Registration fee includes 25 lbs of clay, glazes, and firing. Pete Pate, instructor Location: Elmira Rec. Hours: 18 Fee: $105* /28-7/9 TH 6-9 p.m. PAY BY 5/25 Quilting: Christmas in July Prerequisite: Student must have a working knowledge of basic quilting techniques and have worked on several quilting projects. It is time to bring out the Christmas fabrics and get a head start on the holidays. In this class students will make various holiday projects from the simple to the complex. Instructor will work with students on an individual level on their projects. *Students are responsible for supplies. Helen Doutt, instructor Location: BC Hours: 24 Fee: $73* /21-7/9 TH 9 a.m.-12 p.m. PAY BY 5/ /21-7/9 TH 1-4 p.m. PAY BY 5/18 Sewing 9+ Whether you are a beginner just learning to thread a needle or have been sewing for a while, this class is appropriate for you. Instructor will work with students on all levels to help them select and sew a project at their skill level. Students will be given detailed instruction and guidance on their individual projects. All students work in class and may work on items at home. Learn machine operation and maintenance and make individual projects such as simple window treatment, children s clothing, crib quilts, tote bags, basic clothing. Students may bring their own sewing machines or share the classroom machines. *Students are responsible for their project supplies and material. Mandy Foster, instructor Location: DC Hours: 15 Fee: $65* /25-6/29 M 6:30-9:00 p.m. PAY BY 5/ /20-8/24 M 6:30-9:00 p.m. PAY BY 7/15