SPRING 2015 CONTINUING EDUCATION Personal & Career Growth for Lifelong Learners.

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1 SPRING 2015 CONTINUING EDUCATION Personal & Career Growth for Lifelong Learners. *Access requires Internet Explorer 6.0. or later, ISP and basic computer and Internet knowledge; On Demand, 24/7; schedule at your convenience! Pg. 1

2 CREDIT OR NON-CREDIT West Virginia Northern Community College Continuing Education Online Programs and Courses can be taken for Credit or Non-credit. Some courses and programs require a college transcript either for re-certification boards, employers or other. If you need a transcript, you must contact the Continuing Education Department, Darryl Clausell at , prior to making any online payments for your course or program. Costs for course or program credit are not the same as the non-credit price seen online. All courses in this catalog are priced as a course taken for credit. Taking courses or programs for credit require a completed Continuing Education Application that must be submitted prior to the start of the course or program for all approvals. Certain programs have certification options. The cost of the program may or may not include the cost of the certification testing upon completion. It is the student s responsibility to determine whether credits or certificates from the institution will transfer to other institutions or meet employers training requirements. This may be accomplished by calling the prospective school or employer. COURSES - ONLINE CERTIFICATIONS - CAREER ADVANCEMENT (All online courses require internet access, and current web browser. Some may have additional requirements, including the necessary software). ONLINE PROGRAMS ADMINISTRATIVE MEDICAL SPECIALIST WITH MEDICAL BILLING AND CODING FEES: $ The Administrative Medical Specialist with Medical Billing and Coding is a nationally-recognized online program that will prepare you for the rewarding field of healthcare. Through this program, you will gain a wide range of medical office management skills that healthcare professionals need for the efficient operation of their medical practices or other ambulatory care settings. You will learn to function as an important member of the healthcare team by providing key skills such as patient registration and scheduling, medical records management, diagnostic and procedural coding (including ICD-10-CM), insurance claim filing, and daily financial practices. Upon completion of this program, you will be ready to take the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) and the Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS) national certification exams offered by National Healthcareer Association (NHA) and will receive the study guide materials, access to practice exams, and registration fees for both. You will also be prepared to sit for a national medical coding certification exam, such as the Certified Professional Coder (CPC), offered by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC). ADVANCED CODING FOR THE PHYSICIAN S OFFICE FEES: $ This nationally recognized Advanced Medical Coding for the Physician s Office (ACPO) online program will teach you diagnostic and procedural coding using CPT, ICD-9-CM (Volumes I and II), and HCPCS Level II coding manuals. This is an advanced program, designed for students with previous medical coding experience. Prior to enrolling for this program, you should have already completed basic coding education or the ed2go Administrative Medical Specialist with Medical Billing and Coding (AMS w/mbc) or Medical Billing and Coding program. Preparation for the Certified Coding Specialist Physician-based (CCS-P) certification exam is included in this program. The textbook for this program and the guide for certification preparation are provided. This online certificate program is offered in partnership with major colleges, universities, and other accredited education providers. Please note that this course is for coders who are seeking training in advanced physician coding, not hospital coding. It is designed for coders working in, or seeking employment in, a physician s office, clinic, or group practice. CLINICAL DENTAL ASSISTANT FEES: $ The Clinical Dental Assistant Online Training Program will prepare you to become a productive member of a dental team as a professional dental assistant. You ll learn about every aspect of professional dental assisting, including invaluable real-world perspectives from experienced dental assistants and essential information about anatomy and physiology, preventive dentistry, patient care and communication, radiology, pharmacology, anesthesia, assisting in specialty practices, employment strategies, and much more. Upon finishing this program, you ll be prepared to successfully complete the radiology and infection control portions of the Dental Assisting National Board* exam. All materials are included. This online certificate program is offered in partnership with major colleges, universities, and other accredited education providers. *CERTIFIED DENTAL ASSISTANT, CDA AND DANB are trademarks of the Dental Assisting National Board, Inc (DANB). This program is not reviewed or endorsed by DANB. *Access requires Internet Explorer 6.0. or later, ISP and basic computer and Internet knowledge; On Demand, 24/7; schedule at your convenience! Pg. 2

3 ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONAL WITH MICROSOFT OFFICE 2010 MASTER FEES: $ Get the training to become an administrative professional, and prepare to become a certified Microsoft Office 2010 Master at the same time. The online Microsoft Office 2010 Master training will teach you how to use the entire suite of programs: Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint, while preparing you for certification. Upon successful completion of this course, you ll be able to: Determine how to effectively set goals and make administrative decisions Understand business etiquette Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing Engage in collaborative planning, communication, and research Create and format professional business documents, including mail merges, Web pages, and interactive forms Create and edit formulas, audit equations, and present information in charts and tables Create and edit Outlook objects, such as , meetings, tasks, and contacts Create and modify slide presentations, including editing graphics, formatting text and text boxes, and animating objects and transitions COMPTIA A+ CERTIFICATION TRAINING HOURS: 230 CODE: GES901 FEES: $ The CompTIA A+ program will prepare you for two CompTIA A+ certification exams: CompTIA A+ Exam and CompTIA A+ Exam Topics covered in the program include motherboards, memory, processors, video, storage media and devices, printers, operating systems, networking, virtualization, mobile devices, security, and more. You will have the opportunity to practice on online lab systems. Gaining CompTIA A+ certification assures employers and computer owners that a PC technician has the requisite knowledge to build, upgrade, optimize, troubleshoot, and repair personal computer (PC) systems. CHILD DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE TRAINING FEES: $ If you like working with children, a career as a childcare professional might be right for you. This certificate program in Childcare and Education will allow you to earn your national Child Development Associate (CDA) certification, while working at your own pace in a flexible, self-directed online learning environment. Through this convenient, affordable program, designed especially for working adult students, you will earn the 120 hours of professional development required by the Council of Professional Recognition for CDA certification. The program is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and you ll benefit from the support of a committed, knowledgeable instructor. You can start the program at any time of the year. Do not let a busy schedule keep you from your career in childcare! HUMAN RESOURCES PROFESSIONAL FEES: $ Are you seeking a career in a high-demand field with great opportunities for advancement? In this online program, you ll master all the skills you need to gain an entry-level position in the popular field of human resources. In addition, this program will prepare you to take the PHR (Professional in Human Resources) certification exam, with HRCI (Human Resource Certification Institute) as the certifying body. LEGAL SECRETARY FEES: $ This program teaches you all the skills you need to work for a lawyer in a law office. You will master everything from legal office management and accounting to legal terminology and legal writing. This program will prepare you for the National Association of Legal Professionals (NALS) Accredited Legal Secretary (ALS) examination. PROJECT MANAGEMENT FEES: $ This combined online program consists of two parts. The first part, The Essentials of Project Management, will provide you with a solid foundation of project management concepts and ensure that you are familiar with the terminology. Completion of this part of the program meets or exceeds the requirements for those interested in the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM), certification. The second course is the PMP Exam Preparation course designed to focus you on the most testable concepts of project management and assist you in your certification goals. PMBOK Guide, PMI, PMP, CAPM, and the PMI R.E.P. logo are either marks or registered marks of the Project Management Institute, Inc. 100 S OF ADDITIONAL CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS at or Online Learning Anytime, Anywhere...Just a click away! Online Career Training Programs CONTINUING EDUCATION Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Prepare for today s hottest careers from the comfort of your home or office! *Access requires Internet Explorer 6.0. or later, ISP and basic computer and Internet knowledge; On Demand, 24/7; schedule at your convenience! Pg. 3

4 HEALTH CARE FOR CONTINUING EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS ALLEGRA Learning Solutions, LLC. is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurse Credentialing Center s Commission on Accreditation. (Accreditation refers to the recognition of continuing nursing education only and does not imply Commission on Accreditation approval or endorsement of any commercial product). Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #CEP 14693, for the stated number of contact hours. This course meets the qualifications for the stated hours of continuing education credit for the MFT s and/or LCSWs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. CERTIFICATE IN END OF LIFE CARE (26 contact hours) It represents a specialization in the field of caring for those who are experiencing a terminal illness. It is designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of individuals who work with dying patients by providing a multidisciplinary educational experience. It is relevant for registered nurses, nurse practitioners, licensed vocational or practical nurses, nursing assistants, social workers, occupational therapists, recreation therapists, physical therapists, respiratory therapists, administrators, psychologists, personal care assistants, volunteers, physicians, chiropractors, clergy, physical fitness professionals, adult children of aging parents, and individuals currently working with or planning to work with the terminally ill. Cost: $189 Completion Time Frame: 6 weeks Call for additional details! CERTIFICATE IN INTEGRATIVE MENTAL HEATH (19 contact hours) This groundbreaking certificate program addresses the dramatic shift taking place in the healthcare field as alternative, holistic, and integrative therapies are increasingly being used to treat mental health conditions. American Nurses Credentialing Center s Commission on Accreditation Cost: $135 Completion Time Frame: 6 weeks Call for additional details CERTIFICATE IN PERINATAL ISSUES (14 contact hours) This certificate program is a multidisciplinary educational experience designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of individuals who provide care and support for childbearing women, newborns, and families. Cost: $109 Completion Time Frame: 6 weeks CERTIFICATE IN PAIN ASSESSMENT AND MANAGEMENT (24 contact hours) By providing an educational experience that examines key issues related to pain assessment and management, this certificate program will give you the relevant and practical information you ll need to improve your practice and provide the most effective care to your patients. Curriculum: (6 Courses) Pain Theory and Assessment Principles Interventions and Treatment of Pain Pain Management in the Adult: Acute and Chronic Pain Pain Management in Special Populations: Children and the Elderly Pain Management in Special Populations: Surgery, Cancer, and HIV Treatment of Pain at the End of Life Cost: $149 Completion Time Frame: 6 weeks ADDITIONAL CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS AVAILABLE AT - CRN DEPT SECT TITLE CR DAY DATES TIME COST LOCATION INSTRUCTOR HEALTH CARE FOR THE PROFESSIONAL/CONTINUING EDUCATION COURSES These are just a few of the many courses available for CEU s in maintaining your professional status in the healthcare field. Go to for more listings and course descriptions CDHC 156-C01 Working Successful w/learning 1.6 (Instructor-Facilitated) $178 WH/WT/NM Hardin Disabled Student CDHC 157-C01 Assisting Aging Parents 1.6 (Instructor-Facilitated) $178 WH/WT/NM Snyder CDHC 221-C01 Spanish f/medical 1.6 (Instructor-Facilitated+ $105 WH/WT/NM Williams Professionals CDHC 222-C01 Handling Medical 1.6 (Instructor-Facilitated+ $178 WH/WT/NM Scyphers Emergencies CDHC 223-C01 Medical Math 1.6 (Instructor-Facilitated) $178 WH/WT/NM Sellers Many other courses available at Advanced Blood Gas Interpretation - For more details and 100 s of more healthcare courses, visit *Access requires Internet Explorer 6.0. or later, ISP and basic computer and Internet knowledge; On Demand, 24/7; schedule at your convenience! Pg. 4

5 CRN DEPT SECT TITLE CR DAY DATES TIME COST LOCATION INSTRUCTOR CERTIFIED PERSONAL TRAINER GES 120» 60 hours Your W.I.T.S. certification will show employers that you re skilled, knowledgeable, and committed to excellence in your career. W.I.T.S. is the only major certifying body in the country providing comprehensive practical training and internships. It is an approved CEU provider for the Board of Certification for Athletic Trainers (BOC), the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB), Veterans Training and Education, and the International Association of Continuing Education and Training (IACET). Cost: $995 SKILLED TRADES/INDUSTRIAL MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS BIOFUEL PRODUCTION OPERATIONS FEES: $2595 The Biofuel Production Operations Online Training Program will give you the education you need to begin an exciting career in biofuel production. As a biofuel production operator, your job will be to ensure the quality and purity of the biofuel your plant produces. This involves inspecting and repairing equipment, operating computer systems, and handling lab equipment. This online program will ensure you have the skills you need to handle these tasks. At the present time, hundreds of facilities worldwide are producing biofuels. Over the next few decades many advances will be made in this field, and hundreds of new facilities will be built to produce this type of fuel. This opens a new field for potential workers. For decades to come, biofuels will be produced and consumed in the United States, creating an ongoing demand for biofuel production workers. Upon successful completion of this program, you ll be able to: Describe basic math, physics, and chemistry knowledge necessary for a biofuel production operator to know Know basic safety aspects related to biofuel production Understand basic elements of electricity for energy production workers Read technical process drawings Describe basic operational elements of lubrication and centrifugal pumps Be familiar with the natural vegetation sources that can be used for biofuels Know how ethanol and bio-diesel is produced Describe how basic fermentation systems and alcohol distillation systems work Understand various methods used to purify biofuel CHEMICAL PLANT OPERATIONS FEES: $2595 Prepare for an entry-level position in a chemical plant with the Chemical Plant Operations Online Training Program. In the United States, there are thousands of chemical manufacturing facilities, run by chemical plant operators. These operators are highly paid and enjoy a stable work environment. Chemical plant operators enjoy good wages. Depending upon industry and location, entry-level chemical plant operators usually make $13.00 to $20.00 per hour. After a few years of experience, generally the pay range is $18.00 to $30.00 per hour. This Chemical Plant Operations Online Training Program is unique and user friendly, designed for people who have minimal knowledge of the industry or math, physics, or chemistry. The necessary science concepts are built into the program modules. NATURAL GAS PLANT OPERATIONS FEES: $2695 Natural gas plant operators monitor and control the systems and equipment that take gas from its natural state and convert it into a useable product. Your job is to ensure that the gas produced is free of impurities. The purified gas is then separated into products such as ethane, propane, butane, and methane. You ll also be responsible for the flow of this processed gas into the pipelines that carry it to the various industries and homes that use it for fuel. In addition, you ll make gas flow changes to the supply system to keep pace with customer demands. Natural gas plant operators earn above-average wages and enjoy good job security and potential to advance into supervisory or management positions. This is a user-friendly program, designed for people who have no prior exposure to technical aspects of hydrocarbons, energy, or industrial processes. No prior science or math education is necessary; the program includes all of the necessary basic science and technology elements. Upon successful completion of this program, you ll be able to: Describe basic math, physics, and chemistry knowledge necessary for a gas plant operator Understand safety as it relates to gas plant production Describe basic elements of electricity Read technical process drawings Describe basic operational elements of lubrication and centrifugal pumps Understand how natural gas is found in nature and how gas wells are developed Describe how natural gas compression and refrigeration systems work Determine various methods used to purify natural gas POWER PLANT OPERATIONS FEES: $2595 The Power Plant Operations Online Training Program will prepare you for an entry-level career as a power plant operator. In the United States, there are thousands of power plants. These plants use hydrocarbon-based fuels (oil, gas, or coal) to produce electricity, and the plants are operated by power plant operators. Power plant operators are highly paid and enjoy a stable work environment. There s an ongoing need for entry-level personnel. Power plant operators have the responsibility to make sure unit and process systems function properly. They consider personnel safety as the primary objective and ensure production processes are operating safely. They continually monitor instrumentation and the operation of equipment and make adjustments to keep system process variables within acceptable ranges. Operators also detect potential and actual problems and take corrective action to prevent the interruption of system operations. To enroll in this program, you should have basic keyboarding and computer skills, and be comfortable navigating the Internet and using . You should have a high school diploma or the equivalent. *Access requires Internet Explorer 6.0. or later, ISP and basic computer and Internet knowledge; On Demand, 24/7; schedule at your convenience! Pg. 5

6 WorkKeys Testing Compass Testing (remote) Contractor Testing for State of West Virginia Licensing more... NEED TEST CREDENTIALING? CLASSROOM AND ONLINE COURSES AND PROGRAMS CONTINUING EDUCATION/WORKFORCE HEALTH CARE PHLEBOTOMY TECHNICIAN - Call for additional information! CDHC Phlebotomy Technology 6.0 T/R 1/13-5/ pm $ E Blawut (lecture plus lab) (ONLY 15 WEEKS TO COMPLETE THE COURSE AND BECOME CERTIFICATION ELIGIBLE) PHARMACY TECHNICIAN EXAM PREP CDHC Pharmacy Technician Exam Prep 2.0 W 2/11-5/ pm $ B TBA This course will prepare individuals to take the PTCB or EXCPT exams. Recent WV legislation requires Pharmacy Technicians to pass the exams to be certified for continued employment. PARAMEDIC PROGRAM CALL FOR DETAILS! Instructors Wanted We are always seeking out experts to teach classes. If you have an idea for a class or want to teach, please call Seeking Instructors For Pharmacy Technology Computer Skills/Literacy Real Estate Salesperson License Computer Lab Rental GIVE US A CALL. WE MAY BE ABLE TO HELP *Access requires Internet Explorer 6.0. or later, ISP and basic computer and Internet knowledge; On Demand, 24/7; schedule at your convenience! Pg. 6

7 CRN DEPT SECT TITLE CR DAY DATES TIME COST LOCATION INSTRUCTOR ACCOUNTING/FINANCE CDAF 110-C01 Intro to QuickBooks 1.6 (Instructor-Facilitated) $178 Power 2010 through 2014 versions available Set up a company and use the Chart of Accounts to enter account opening balances. Process payments, make deposits, and print statements. Create customized templates, modify existing ones, & print invoices using templates. Create and work with QuickReports and preset reports, plus much, much more CDCS 275-C01 MS Off Intro to Excel 1.6 (Instructor facilitated) $178 Power 2007 and 2010 versions, Intermediate and Advanced levels are also available. Learn the secrets behind writing powerful mathematical formulas, using the function wizard to quickly and automatically calculate statistics, loan payments, future value, and more. Prepare for MOS certification. ACCOUNTING SAGE 50 Accounting Software Training for Business 2 Credit Hour Course SAGE 50 Accounting Software Training for (Classroom or Online) As Arranged by Instructor Instructor Shirley Byard will teach you how to set up your company s accounting system using Sage 50. She will physically be right by your side and make sure you are doing it right. She is the only certified Peachtree consultant in the Upper Ohio Valley. COST: $399 INSTRUCTOR: Shirley Byard (GRANT AVAILABLE FOR WV RESIDENTS) CASINO GAME DEALER TRAINING Northern offers dealer training for casino games in partnership with Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack and Mountaineer Casino, Racetrack & Resort. Classes in Poker, Blackjack, Roulette and Craps are offered at various times during the year to meet workforce needs of the employers. Check the Workforce button at the College s website at for the latest information about dealer training. BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT ONLINE CDBS 325-C01 Project Management Fund 1.6 (Instructor-Facilitated) $178 WH/WT/NM SWAIM This course and its followup (Project Management Applications) also include essential information that will help you prepare for the Project Management Professional (PMP ) and the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM ) exams offered by the Project Management Institute (PMI ). Certification Magazine recently identified PMP Certification as the highest-paying certification of the year, as well as teach you all you need to know CDBS 290-C01 Successful Business Plans 1.6 (Instructor-Facilitated) $178 WH/WT/NM SWAIM You ll work through all of the major components of writing a business plan and emerge with your first draft in hand CDBS 439-C01 Starting Your Own Small 1.6 (Instructor-Facilitated) $178 WH/WT/NM KING Business You ll learn how to develop proven marketing techniques to easily build sales. We ll discuss traditional and nontraditional financing options. You ll learn easy-toimplement employee-management procedures and how to write business policies that help you build your business. You ll learn time-management techniques CDBS 452-C01 Budgeting in a NP 1.6 (Instructor Facilitated) $178 WH/WT/NM Organization *Access requires Internet Explorer 6.0. or later, ISP and basic computer and Internet knowledge; On Demand, 24/7; schedule at your convenience! Pg. 7

8 CRN DEPT SECT TITLE CR DAY DATES TIME COST LOCATION INSTRUCTOR SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE TRAINING (CLASSROOM SERIES) Donna Schramm, Business Coach, Center Manager These 3 soft skills can be lumped together as a series, a half day course or be standalone workshops CDBS Customer Service (2 hours).14 W 3/ pm $16 418B WH Your business isn t what you sell, it s who you serve. Come learn how to give your customers a pickle and keep them happy and loyal CDBS Time Management (1 hour).7 W 3/ pm $10 418B WH Time cannot be bought or sold, borrowed or stolen, stocked up or saved, manufactured, reproduced or modified. All we can do is make use of it. If you need to learn how to make better use of your time, this workshop will help you CDBS Stress Management (1 hour).7 W 3/ pm $10 418B WH When you don t or can t meet the expectation you put on yourself or the expectations you allow others to put on you, how are you handling the stress that occurs? Whether you are coping with stressors in your life or are totally burned out, this seminar will help you discover techniques to combat psychological, physiological and situational stress and could be your first step to a more healthful life CDBS Series Workshop.28 F 3/6 0900am-0130pm $32 418B WH CDBS Contingency Planning.20 F 5/1 0900am-1200pm $23 418B WH Every business should have a plan. Whether or not your business is in a disaster-prone area, incidents such as a chemical leak, flooding, power outages or other disasters can prevent you, your employees and your customers from getting to your business. According to the Small Business Administration, 25 percent of small businesses do not reopen after a major disaster because they had no backup or recovery plan. We will discuss how a disaster could affect employees, customers and the work place and business continuity. Marketing (each of these are 2 hours) CDBS Psycho Marketing.14 W 4/8 1100am-0100pm $16 418B WH The fastest way to your customers hearts (and pockets) is through their brain. During this workshop we will discuss what psychological hot buttons can increase sales and customer loyalty CDBS Marketing on a Budget.14 W 4/ am-0100pm $16 418B WH We will discuss tips and tactics that cost little or no money that you can incorporate into your marketing plan CDBS Determine Your Target Market.14 W 4/ am-0100pm $16 418B WH Do you know who your target market is? We will determine who they are and what the best ways are to reach them CDBS Marketing Strategies.14 W 4/ am-0100pm $16 418B WH If you need a marketing plan or if you just need to update your current marketing plan, this workshop will assist you in coming up with new, inventive ideas to promote your business CDBS How to Write a Business Plan.20 F 4/3 1100am-0100pm $23 418B WH Learn the importance of a business plan whether you are planning on starting a business or you have been in business for years. We will discuss the various parts of the plan and what you need to include in your business plan and how to best put it together CDBS 450-C01 Using Social Media in Business 1.6 (INSTRUCTOR-FACILITATED) $178 WH/WT/NM CDBS 451-C01 Introduction to Google Analytics 1.6 (INSTRUCTOR-FACILITATED) $178 WH/WT/NM CDBS 137-C01 Employment Law Fundamentals 1.6 (INSTRUCTOR-FACILITATED) $178 WH/WT/NM Learn the basics of employment law so you can legally hire, evaluate and manage employees as a manager, supervisor, small business owner, human resource specialist, or corporate executive. Learn the difference between an employee and independent contractor; the basic types of employee benefits; effective hiring, evaluation, and termination procedures; methods to resolve employment disputes in and out of court; discrimination and union laws; and workplace safety rules. COMPUTER FUNDAMENTAL CLASSROOM SERIES This is a computer lab hands on learning series! CDBS Concepts of Computers.14 R 4/ PM $16 411B CLAUSELL CDBS Intro to Windows 7.14 R 4/ PM $16 411B CLAUSELL CDBS Internet.14 R 4/ PM $16 411B CLAUSELL COMPUTER LITERACY LEARNING ONLINE Have a computer and don t know what to do with it? These convenient online courses are designed to improve your ability to use computers, whether for personal use or in your career. Enjoy practical 24/7 online training with an instructor and make personal computer training easy and fun! Go to com/wvnorthern for course descriptions CDCS 129-C01 Keyboarding 1.6 (Instructor-Facilitated) $178 WH/WT/NM Pacquin Intro to Windows XP, Vista, (Instructor-Facilitated) $178 WH/WT/NM Simpson CDCS 215-C01 Computer Skills f/the Workplace 1.6 (Instructor-Facilitated) $178 WH/WT/NM VanPelt CDCS 137-C01 Navigating the Internet 1.6 (Instructor-Facilitated) $178 WH/WT/NM Power COMPUTER PROGRAMMING/TROUBLESHOOTING CDCS 391-C01 Intro to PC Troubleshooting 1.6 (Instructor-Facilitated) $178 WH/WT/NM Jernigan CDCS 507-C01 Basic CompTIA A+ Cert Prep 1.6 (Instructor-Facilitated) $182 Jernigan CDCS 393-C01 Wireless Networking 1.6 (Instructor-Facilitated) $178 WH/WT/NM Iseminger *Access requires Internet Explorer 6.0. or later, ISP and basic computer and Internet knowledge; On Demand, 24/7; schedule at your convenience! Pg. 8

9 1000 S OF ONLINE COURSES TO CHOOSE FROM or MICROSOFT COURSES AND PROGRAMS 2007, 2010 AND 2013 VERSIONS AVAILABLE CRN DEPT SECT TITLE CR DAY DATES TIME COST LOCATION INSTRUCTOR CDCS 205-C01 MS Off Intro to Word 1.6 (Instructor facilitated) $178 Power C CDCS 271-C01 MS Off Interm/ Word 1.6 (Instructor facilitated) $178 Power C CDCS 272-C01 MS Off Adv Word 1.6 (Instructor facilitated) $178 Power C CDCS 275-C02 MS Off Intro to Excel 1.6 (Instructor facilitated) $178 Power C CDCS 300-C01 MS Off Interm Excel 1.6 (Instructor facilitated) $178 Power C CDCS 277-C01 MS Off Adv Excel 1.6 (Instructor facilitated) $178 Power C CDCS 280-C01 MS Off PowerPoint 1.6 (Instructor facilitated) $178 Power C CDCS 285-C01 Ms Off Intro to Access 1.6 (Instructor facilitated) $178 Power C CDCS 301-C01 Ms Off Interm/ Access 1.6 (Instructor facilitated) $178 Power C CDCS 287-C01 MS Off Adv Access 1.6 (Instructor facilitated) $178 Power C CDCS 460-C01 Intro to MS Outlook 1.6 (Instructor facilitated) $178 Marin B (Additional costs for certification testing and Technology fees not included) MICROSOFT OFFICE SPECIALIST (MOS) CERTIFICATION EXAMS The premier certification for desktop applications is the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) credential, a globally recognized standard for demonstrating desktop skills with the Microsoft Office suite of business productivity applications. Office Specialist Certified Individuals have demonstrated increased productivity and proven ability to utilize the advanced functionality of the following Microsoft Applications: 2007, 2010 & 2013 AVAILABLE! Microsoft Excel Microsoft Word Microsoft Access Microsoft Outlook Microsoft PowerPoint Current student price is $75 per exam. Non-Student price is $85 per exam. Certification candidates must pass one or more certification exams to earn Office Specialist certification. The exams are developed and validated by industry experts. Call for additional details and scheduling (304) Prep courses available at *Access requires Internet Explorer 6.0. or later, ISP and basic computer and Internet knowledge; On Demand, 24/7; schedule at your convenience! Pg. 9

10 CRN DEPT SECT TITLE CR DAY DATES TIME COST LOCATION INSTRUCTOR DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY/IMAGING ONLINE COURSES CDCS 442-C01 Levels of Photography 1.6 (Instructor-Facilitated) $178 WH/WT/NM Schulz Whether digital, travel, photographing people and nature, learn the secrets to better photography as we offer 5 additional online photography classes. Go online at for course descriptions CDCS 557-C01 Adobe Flash! 1.6 (Instructor-Facilitated) $178 WH/WT/NM Simmons Learn how to create animated, interactive movies in Flash CS4. You ll know how to use the Adobe Flash CS4 software to create and publish movies and applications. For more details on different versions and course offerings go to CDCS 529-C01 Photoshop, At Its Best 1.6 (Instructor-Facilitated) $178 WH/WT/NM Simpson 18 different courses in photoshop just for you. Go online at and choose the one best for your needs CDCS 558-C01 Draw/Design/Illustrate 1.6 (Instructor -Facilitated) $178 WH/WT/NM London Choose from CorelDraw, Illustrator, dreamweaver, or InDesign, they are all available to you at our online learning center of ADDITIONAL ADOBE SOFTWARE GRAPHIC DESIGN MULTIMEDIA DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY AVAILABLE!! WRITING/LANGUAGE/PUBLISHING CDFA 177-C01 Writing For Children 1.6 (Instructor-Facilitated) $178 WH/WT/NM Robinson You ll take pen to paper and begin work on your first fiction or nonfiction manuscript. You ll explore the changing world of children s literature and understand the various formats, whether it s early readers, picture books, chapter books, middle grade or young adult novels CDFA 174-C01 Getting Published 1.6 (Instructor-Facilitated) $178 WH/WT/NM CDFL 101-C01 Speed Spanish I or II 1.6 (InstructorFacilitated) $178 WH/WT/NM Mikels You ll learn six easy recipes for gluing Spanish words together to form sentences and be able to go into any Spanish speaking situation and converse in Spanish CDFL 104-C01 Learn Italian 1.6 (Instructor-Facilitated) $178 WH/WT/NM Bertoldi The dialogues and follow-up exercises of each lesson will teach you to communicate in Italian in a wide variety of settings and how quickly and easily you can learn many useful expressions in Italian! CDFL 103-C01 Grammar for ESL Series 1.6 (Instructor-Facilitated) $178 WH/WT/NM Bebawi The course includes in-depth analysis of English grammar for intermediate to advanced English as Second Language college students. for more details and more courses! GRANT WRITING/NONPROFITS CDBS 143-C01 Writing Effective Grant Proposals 1.6 (Instructor-Facilitated) $178 WH/WT/NM Kissam Learn how to put everything together so you can assemble, write, and submit complete grant proposals to foundations, corporations, and wealthy individuals for any number of projects CDBS 146-C01 Introduction To Nonprofit 1.6 (Instructor-Facilitated) $178 WH/WT/NM Kissam Management Learn skills and develop strategies that will take your organization to new heights of prosperity and productivity CDBS 144-C01 Adv. Grant Proposal Writing 1.6 (Instructor-Facilitated) $178 WH/WT/NM You ll gain a full understanding of the criteria funders use to determine whether your grant proposal gets funded or rejected and become expert at ferreting out corporate, foundation, and government grantmakers. You ll know how to tailor your responses to information found in the peer review criteria. Visit our online learning centers for more courses and programs TECHNOLOGY CERTIFICATION PREP CDCS 507-C01 CompTIA A+ Certification 1.6 (Instructor facilitated) $182 WH/WT/NM Jernigan Prep CDCS 509-C01 CompTIA Security Certification 1.6 (Instructor-Facilitated) $182 WH/WT/NM Simpson Prep (Network Prep also available) Start preparing for CompTIA A+ certification as you learn PC basics and troubleshoot in a real world PC environment. *Access requires Internet Explorer 6.0. or later, ISP and basic computer and Internet knowledge; On Demand, 24/7; schedule at your convenience! Pg. 10

11 CRN DEPT SECT TITLE CR DAY DATES TIME COST LOCATION INSTRUCTOR PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT CDAF 106 -C01 Money Management 1.6 (Instructor-Facilitated) $178 Iseminger CDAF 120-C01 Personal Finance 1.6 (Instructor-Facilitated) $178 Perry Money Management and Personal Finance teaches all you need to know about finance and finance management. for more details The Analysis and Valuation of Stocks Call for details! Managing Life as a Single Parent Call for details! TEACHING/ PROFESSIONALS/CONTINUING EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION These courses, plus many more at can be approved for CEU s and re-certification in the teaching/professional industry. For course descriptions, please refer to the online learning center website listed above CDED 120-C01 Empowering Disabled Students 1.6 (Instructor-Facilitated) $178 Hardin CDED 110-C01 Teaching Students w/autism 1.6 (Instructor-Facilitated) $178 Arnold CDED 119-C01 Teach Students with ADHD 1.6 (Instructor-Facilitated) $178 Arnold CDED 104-C01 The Creative Classroom 1.6 (Instructor-Facilitated) $178 Sellers Strategies for the Differentiated Classroom Call for details! Strategies for Maximum Student Achievement Call for details! (Many aditional courses available online (Subject to change) Brewers Association Beer 101 Course Introduction to Wine Course Introduction to OSHA Fuels and Combustion Course AND MORE! Give us a call Go to TEST PREPARATION Develop the knowledge and skills you need to pass test prep exams as you review and prepare for everything the test includes. More course listing and course descriptions at CDTP 101-C01 SAT /ACT Prep Pt (Instructor-Facilitated) $178 Hatch CDTP 106-C01 SAT /ACT Prep Pt (Instructor-Facilitated) $178 Hatch (Additional prep courses available at WEB PROGRAMMING/DESIGN SERIES CDCS 417-C01 Create WordPress Web Sites 1.6 (Instructor-Facilitated) $178 Agress You ll get hands-on experience with this powerful tool as you create your own WordPress site and blog. You ll find out how to use WordPress to create pages and posts, add images and videos, plus much more CDCS 456-C01 Design Effective Websites 1.6 (Instructor-Facilitated) $178 Franks Regardless of your current skills or level of knowledge, in this course you ll master the basics of web design and learn how to build sites that are better and more effective CDCS 560 -C01 Advanced Web Pages 1.6 (Instructor-Facilitated) $178 Karlins Learn to write HTML code for page content and CSS code for page styling. You ll master cutting-edge techniques that take advantage of HTML5 and CSS3, the latest versions of the languages used to create modern websites CDCS 561-C01 Market Your Business 1.6 (Instructor-Facilitated) $178 Heath On The Internet Learn to think strategically about marketing your website, products, and services using Internet technologies. You ll explore how to use an Internet marketing checklist and other tools and materials to develop a sound online business strategy. *Access requires Internet Explorer 4.x or later, and ISP. On Demand, 24/7, schedule at your convenience *Access requires Internet Explorer 6.0. or later, ISP and basic computer and Internet knowledge; On Demand, 24/7; schedule at your convenience! Pg. 11

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