Mississippi State University Extension Service. Course Catalog

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3 Schooling may end, but learning is a lifelong activity. The Mississippi State University Extension Service offers learning opportunities for people of all ages, and never before have our clients had so many choices. Today, through the Extension Center for Continuing Education, Mississippians can advance their careers, earn needed certifications, increase their earning capacity, or simply learn a new skill or hobby without leaving home. In addition to our traditional face-to-face classes, workshops, and short courses, the MSU Extension Service offers more than 300 online courses on a wide variety topics, from management to multimedia design. Take the courses you want, when you want, and where you want with the convenience of online learning. Thank you for making the MSU Extension Service part of your lifelong learning experiences. President Dr. Mark E. Keenum Provost and Executive Vice President Dr. Jerome A. Gilbert Director Dr. Gary B. Jackson Dr. Gary Jackson Director, Mississippi State University Extention Service Associate Director Dr. Joe Street Associate Director Dr. Paula Threadgill Assistant to the Director and Fiscal Administrator Mr. Richard Swann 20 NEW ONLINE 2-Hour Asbestos Awareness Training 35 Teaching Smarter with SMART Boards 29 Pharmacy Technician DIRECTOR S MESSAGE 3

4 CONTENTS Agriculture & Food Safety Agriculture... 5 Food Safety... 6 Arts & Humanities Art... 8 Creative Writing... 9 Graphic and Multimedia Design Photography and Film Digital Arts Certificate Business & Leadership Business Communication General Business Skills Grant Writing Project Management Leadership and Management Sales and Marketing Business Certifications Environmental, Health, & Safety Asbestos Abatement Lead Classes Mold Classes CPR/First Aid Training First Responders Forestry Short Courses Mississippi Professional Logging Manager Program (PLM) Improving Pine Forest Stand Revenue using Simple Improved Seeding Selection Government & Community Resources Certified Appraisers School Certified Appraisers Recertification International Association of Assessing Officers (IAAO) Short Courses Business Retention & Expansion International Fundamentals (BREI) Healthcare & Medical Career Programs Healthcare Information Management Physical Therapy and Fitness Veterinary Medicine Home & Garden Master Gardener Garden Education Teaching and Training Site (GETTS) Start Your Own Edible Garden Growing Plants for Fun and Profit Hospitality, Childcare, & Service Industry Food and Nutrition Childcare Customer Service Teaching & Education Classroom Computing Reading and Writing Math and Science Test Prep Tools for Teachers Technology & Software Development Computer Fundamentals Computer Programming Database Management Web Technology Youth Programs 4-H Summer Conservation Camps Reading Development General Information Faculty Contact Information Map Extension County Offices

5 AGRICULTURE & FOOD SAFETY Agriculture Pesticide Applicator Training Pesticide applicator certification is a legal requirement for anyone who uses restricted-use pesticides in any situation; this also includes those who apply general-use products in commercial situations. This training does not advocate the use of pesticides over other means of pest management. Rather, it focuses on the safe and proper use of pesticides by individuals who have already determined that pesticides are necessary in a given situation. Private Applicators: Anyone 18 years or older who produces an agricultural commodity on his/her land or on rented land is considered a private applicator and needs this training course. Class Dates: Check with your local county Extension office for class dates and times. Cost: $10 Registration: Contact your local county Extension office to register for this course. Commercial Applicators: Anyone who does not meet the description of a private applicator and who wishes to apply a restricted-use pesticide is considered a commercial applicator and needs this training course. Class Dates: This class does not have a specific meeting date or location. Those wishing to be certified must order the self-study materials to prepare for the commercial certification exam, which is given at several locations around the state. Cost: Varies based on the type program selected. Registration: msucares.com/insects/pesticide/materials_order_form.html or contact Shalon Farris at sfarris@ext.msstate.edu. Exam: Certification exams can be taken on any weekday at any of the following locations: Panola County Extension Office, Coastal Research and Extension Center, Forrest County Extension Office, Central MS Research and Extension Center, Delta Research and Extension Center. Individuals must notify the Bureau of Plant Industry 24 hours before taking the examination at (662) Recertification Sessions: Recertification sessions are for those who are already certified and must participate in continuing education training every 3 years to be recertified. Class Dates: Varies based on location. A complete list of dates and locations can be found at Cost: $40 before class; $50 onsite Registration: html REACH: Research & Education to Advance Conservation & Habitat REACH is a unique program designed to help Mississippi landowners understand more about their respective properties, showcase their landowner conservation ethics and stewardship, and provide scientifically defensible data to highlight the good job they are doing for the environment. REACH is free to all landowners and can be used in a variety of capacities. REACH can be tailored to fit your needs, and the potential benefits are limitless. Class Dates: This program does not have a set curriculum of classes, but focuses on creating a network of cooperative farms in Mississippi. Cost: Free Registration: Cattle Artificial Insemination School This program teaches participants the essential management practices needed to implement a successful artificial insemination program. Participants will receive hands-on training in semen handling and insemination techniques as well as classroom, lab, and chute-side training by topic experts. Instructor: Dr. Jane Parish, Extension Professor and Beef Cattle Specialist Class Dates: October 16 18, 2014, & March 12 14, 2015 Cost: $350 Registration: AGRICULTURE & FOOD SAFETY 5

6 Mississippi Master Cattle Producer Program This comprehensive training program is an Internet-based self-study open to any producer interested in learning more about improving production of their beef cattle operations. Topics covered include Beef Cattle Nutrition, Forage Systems, Beef Cattle Reproduction, Breeding and Genetics, Economics and Marketing, Herd Health and Handling, Beef End Product, and Beef Quality Assurance. Those who successfully complete all eight training topics and exams are eligible for the Master Cattle Producer Certification. Instructor: Dr. Jane Parish, Extension Professor and Beef Cattle Specialist Class Dates: Enroll at any time Cost: Online free; paper-based $75 Registration: or contact Dr. Jane Parish at edu. Food Safety TummySafe The Food Manager s Certification course is an online course specifically designed for Mississippi child care providers. Topics covered include Food Safety; Food Safety Hazards; Hand Washing; Cleaning and Sanitizing; Preparing, Cooking, Holding, Cooling, and Serving Food; and Infant Care. Those who successfully complete the program will receive a certificate of completion. Instructor: Dr. Jenna Schilling, School of Human Sciences Class Dates: Enroll at any time Cost: $25 pays for three participants Registration: or contact Dr. Jenna Schilling at jennas@ext.msstate.edu. ServSafe The ServSafe Food Safety Program for Managers is an 8- to 16-hour face-to-face training with certification offered by the National Restaurant Association Education Foundation. The ServSafe program is open to managers, owners, and foodservice employees from a variety of foodservice settings, including commercial restaurants, hospitals, school foodservice, child care centers, and other locations where food safety policies and procedures are required and necessary to protect public health. The 8-hour training module is designed for those individuals who are recertifying or who have a background in food safety, and the 16-hour training program is for those who are new to food safety management or need additional time for training and instruction. Instructor: MSU Extension Service has more than 15 certified instructors across Mississippi who teach courses. Class Dates: This program is offered approximately 40 times a year throughout Mississippi. Check the ServSafe calendar for class dates: Cost: $140 Registration: Mississippi Beef Quality Assurance Program (MS-BQA) The MS-BQA program is an online certification program that identifies areas in beef production where defects in quality can occur. It encourages all those involved with beef production to follow the FDA/USDA/EPA guidelines for product use and to use common sense, reasonable management skills, and accepted scientific knowledge to avoid product defects at the consumer level. Instructor: Carla Hudson, DVM, PhD, MSU College of Veterinary Medicine Class Dates: Enroll at any time Cost: Free Registration: or contact Dr. Carla Huston at huston@cvm.msstate.edu. 6 AGRICULTURE & FOOD SAFETY

7 HACCP for Meat and Poultry Processors This course covers the fundamentals of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and provides hands-on instruction in developing and applying HACCP in meat and poultry processing operations. This course is certified by the International HACP Alliance and meets USDA requirements for HACCP training. Instructor: Dr. Barakat Mahmoud, Food Science Department Class Dates: Offered at various times and locations throughout the year. For upcoming course dates, contact Dr. Barakat Mahmoud, Cost: $300 Registration: Contact Dr. Barakat Mahmoud at (228) or HACCP for Seafood Processors This 3-day course is a science-based program that helps seafood processors identify and evaluate critical points during production, handling, and distribution to control measures that help ensure safe seafood. The course was developed by the Association of Food and Drug Officials (AFDO) and the National Seafood HACCP Alliance. Completion of the course fulfills training requirements for the FDA Final Rule as outlined in 21 CFR, Part 123. Instructor: Dr. Barakat Mahmoud, Food Science Department Class Dates: Offered at various times and locations throughout the year. For upcoming course dates, contact Dr. Barakat Mahmoud at bmahmoud@ext.msstate.edu. Cost: $110 Registration: Contact Dr. Barakat Mahmoud at (228) or bmahmoud@ext.msstate.edu. Agricultural Practices (GAPs) and Good Handling Practices (GHPs) More distributors are becoming aware that preventing and controlling the contamination of fresh produce at the farm is key to producing wholesome, healthy products. This 1-day (8-hour) course will help you eliminate food safety hazards that can occur during growing, harvesting, cleaning, washing, sorting, packing, and transporting unprocessed foods, such as fruits and vegetables. GAP and GHP certification assures government regulators and customers worldwide that you are committed to producing safe, high-quality products. Instructor: Dr. Barakat Mahmoud, Food Science Department Class Dates: Offered at various times and locations throughout the year. For upcoming course dates, contact Dr. Barakat Mahmoud at bmahmoud@ext.msstate.edu. Cost: Free and open to all Mississippi fruit and vegetable growers who sell to the fresh market Registration: Contact Dr. Barakat Mahmoud at (228) or bmahmoud@ext.msstate.edu. Basic Sanitation Control Procedures (SCP) The Sanitation Control Procedures (SCP) course is designed to assist those in the seafood industry in developing and implementing sanitation control procedures as mandated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This regulation is commonly known as the Seafood HACCP Regulation, which became effective December 18, Since this date, seafood processors have been required to monitor sanitary control procedures used during processing in order to show their conformity to good sanitary conditions and practices. Participants will learn how to develop SSOPs and build monitoring programs for FDA s eight key sanitary conditions. Instructor: Dr. Barakat Mahmoud, Food Science Department Class Dates: Offered at various times and locations throughout the year. For upcoming course dates, contact Dr. Barakat Mahmoud at bmahmoud@ext.msstate.edu. Cost: $75 Registration: Contact Dr. Barakat Mahmoud at (228) or bmahmoud@ext.msstate.edu. AGRICULTURE & FOOD SAFETY 7

8 ARTS & HUMANITIES Art Drawing for the Absolute Beginner Have you always been interested in drawing but never really knew how to get started? If so, then this is definitely the course for you! Gain a solid foundation and understanding of the basics of drawing and become the artist you ve always dreamed you could be! Introduction to Guitar Master basic guitar skills and become the musician you ve always wanted to be. In these fun and informative lessons, you ll build basic guitar skills step-by-step with the help of hands-on exercises, audio and video recordings, and detailed illustrations. Introduction to Interior Design Are you a creative person with an eye for design? If so, this course will show you how to transform plain living spaces into beautiful and functional rooms. Certified Residential Interior Designer Prepare for a career as a residential interior designer by learning the basics of good design, getting familiar with design styles and movements, exploring the materials that interior designers use, and putting your knowledge to work as you create your own design concept for a family room. Multimedia Arts Certificate The Multimedia Arts Online Training Program builds your proficiency in core tools for interactive development Adobe Photoshop, Premiere Pro, and After Effects and examines professional techniques for video production and video editing. You will learn how to create images, interfaces, and motion graphics for the web and beyond. Class Dates: Online, start anytime (360-hour class) Cost: $5,995 (financial assistance available) Registration: (Code: GES507) 8 ARTS & HUMANITIES

9 Creative Writing Keys to Effective Editing If you aspire to be an editor, this course will teach you the fundamentals of top-notch editing for both fiction and nonfiction. Writeriffic: Creativity Training for Writers Banish writer s block forever with these tricks from the published writer s toolbox. Whether you re at work now or hoping to write a novel, a nonfiction book, a memoir, short stories, or articles, Writeriffic liberates the imaginative, inventive bolts of genius that are inside everyone. Writing Your Life Story Learn how to create and distribute an inspirational and professional autobiography for family, friends, and others. Beginning Writer s Workshop If you ve always wanted to write but have no idea where to start, this course will demystify the process for you. You ll get a taste of the writing life, improve your writing skills, and develop new ways to stretch your creative muscles. This exciting, hands-on course for the creative writing novice is filled with challenging exercises, expert advice, and plenty of direct support and encouragement. As you work your way through the lessons, you ll develop your own short, creative fiction or nonfiction piece. Our emphasis in this course is on developing your skills through practice, so you ll spend more time writing than reading. You ll master important concepts by completing enjoyable writing exercises and assignments, and you ll discover a variety of strategies and techniques the pros use to develop characters, create a compelling point of view, build interest through dialogue, and add meaning to your stories. Registration: For more information and to register, Pleasures of Poetry You ll learn the formal elements of the craft, become aware of how particular forms work, and explore many avenues for possible poetry topics. Interactive exercises will help you to create at least one poem with formal elements, and you ll receive instruction and commentary in a constructive and nurturing environment. ARTS & HUMANITIES 9

10 Graphic & Multimedia Design Designing Effective Websites 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. Get ready to take your web design skills to the next level! Marketing Design Certificate This program focuses on design for marketing and business creating logos, advertisements, communications, and more. You ll learn Photoshop, Illustrator, and Microsoft PowerPoint while gaining fundamental technical and aesthetic skills. Class Dates: Online, start anytime (360-hour class) Cost: $5,995 (financial assistance available) Registration: (Code: GES502) Introduction to Flash CS6 Learn the fundamentals of using Adobe Flash CS6 to create engaging web pages, mobile apps, Flash movies, animation, graphics, and interactive applications. Creating Web Pages Create and post your very own website using HTML in this extensive, hands-on, 6-week workshop. First, you ll learn about the capabilities of the World Wide Web and the fundamentals of web design. Then, with your instructor s patient guidance, you ll plan the content, structure, and layout of your website, create pages full of neatly formatted text, build links between the pages and to the outside world, and add color, backgrounds, graphics, and tables. You ll also learn critical and timely information on securing the best possible location in search engine listings, and powerful no-cost or low-cost web marketing strategies. Class Dates: Online 6-week, instructor-led course. Registration: For more information and to register, Introduction to InDesign CS6 Learn how to use Adobe InDesign CS6, the industry-standard desktop publishing software program, to design professional-quality letterhead, brochures, ebooks, and more. Introduction to Illustrator CS6 Learn to design and draw vector art, work with shape gradients, and manipulate color images using Adobe Illustrator CS6. 10 ARTS & HUMANITIES

11 Photography & Film Discover Digital Photography You ll explore a broad overview of the basics of digital photography, including equipment, software, and practical uses. We ll discuss different types of digital cameras, from phones and tablets to digital SLRs, and help you decide what type of equipment fits your needs. You ll have hands-on exercises to explore the areas that interest you. Mastering Your Digital SLR Camera Take your photography to the next level with your digital SLR camera by learning how to master lenses, apertures, shutter speed, exposure settings, and more. Introduction to Photoshop CS6 Learn how to use Photoshop CS6, the world s best graphics program for photographers, to edit photos and create original images. Photoshop Elements 11 for the Digital Photographer In this course, you ll learn how to use Adobe Photoshop Elements 11 to do everything from quick fixes to detailed enhancements that will greatly improve the look of your images. Introduction to Screenwriting Learn everything you need to know to write a great script, from structure, character creation, and dialogue to marketing and selling your screenplay. Digital Arts Certificate The Digital Arts Online Training Program will help you develop technical skills and creative artistry in digital photography, imaging, and illustration. This program covers Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and more. Class Dates: Online, start anytime (360-hour class) Cost: $5,995 (financial assistance available) Registration: (Code: GES503) ARTS & HUMANITIES 11

12 BUSINESS & LEADERSHIP Business Communication Building Teams that Work In this course, you ll learn the components of a successful team and the stages of its development. You ll master the skills to effectively manage projects, make decisions, and solve problems in a team setting. Plus, you ll have a chance to learn the pitfalls of unhealthy group interaction and minimize any of its effects on your team. Effective Business Writing By the end of this course, you ll know the secret to developing powerful written documents that immediately draw readers in and keep them motivated to continue until your very last, well-chosen word. Keys to Effective Communication You ll learn to use communication to build rapport and create environments of trust, warmth, and respect. Become more confident, create a great first impression, get along well with others, and create more and better personal and professional relationships. Grammar Refresher Whatever your goals, a grasp of English grammar is important if you want to improve your speaking and writing skills. This course will help you gain confidence in your ability to produce clean, grammatically correct work. You ll explore the basics of English grammar like sentence structure and punctuation as well as more sophisticated concepts like logic and clarity. A patient instructor, memorable lessons, vivid examples, and interactive exercises will give you ample opportunity to put what you learn into practice. Reacquaint yourself with old, forgotten rules, learn some new ones, and discover your own grammatical strengths. Class Dates: Online 6-week, instructor-led course. New sessions begin each month. Registration: For more information and to register, visit www. ed2go.com/msstate/. Fundamentals of Technical Writing In this course, you ll learn the secrets of successful technical writers, including technical writing conventions, interviewing skills, desktop publishing and formatting techniques, key tips for developing graphics and templates, documentation management, and how to publish documents both on paper and electronically. 12 BUSINESS & LEADERSHIP

13 Mastering Public Speaking In this fun and hands-on course, you ll learn how to manage one of the most common public speaking barriers fear. As you build your skills step-by-step, you ll find out how to present a short or long speech, how to handle questions and manage conflict in meetings, and even how to shine in a job interview. You ll get tips for training your voice and learn how to use both verbal and nonverbal communication effectively. General Business Skills Accounting Fundamentals II In Accounting Fundamentals II, you ll explore such topics as special journals, uncollectible accounts receivable, plant assets, depreciation, notes and interest, accrued revenue and expenses, dividends, retained earnings, and various financial reports for corporations. If you re interested in increasing your financial awareness and accountability while also gaining a marketable skill, this is the course for you. Computer Skills for the Workplace This course is designed to provide the fundamental computer competencies you need to survive and prosper in today s fast-changing workplace. You will learn how to implement the powers of modern office software to work faster and more efficiently. Managing Customer Service In this six-week online course, you ll discover methods for bringing out the best in your team, measuring customer service, and learning what you need to do to anticipate the needs of your reps and your customers. New sessions begin each month. Accounting Fundamentals In this course, you ll learn the basics of double-entry bookkeeping, as well as how to analyze and record financial transactions. You ll get hands-on experience with handling accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll procedures, sales taxes, and various common banking activities. We ll cover all the bases, from writing checks to preparing an income statement and closing out accounts at the end of each fiscal period. Class Dates: Online 6-week, instructor-led course. New sessions begin each month. Registration: For more information and to register, visit www. ed2go.com/msstate/. Administrative Assistant Fundamentals This course will help you discover and master the essentials of managerial and staff support, information and records management, communications technology, travel and meeting coordination, space planning, and office ergonomics. BUSINESS & LEADERSHIP 13

14 Mastery of Business Fundamentals In this course, you ll learn about various organizational structures and determine how to use leadership, motivation, and control for maximum impact. You ll also master the fundamentals of accounting and increase your knowledge about key financial terms, cash flow management, financial statements, and cost control. You ll even gain an understanding of the basic principles of business law, contracts, and the principal-agency relationship. Business Finance for Non-Finance Personnel Using practical explanations and real-life examples, this course will show you how money flows through a typical business. You will learn the basics of how a business operates, including how to develop successful business strategies and how to use financial statements to make better business decisions. Grant Writing Writing Effective Grant Proposals In this course, you ll learn how to become fully familiar with the institution or project for which you are requesting support. You ll get valuable guidance in preparing a background statement and a brief financial statement to support your request. You ll also research some charitable foundation and corporate giving sources. Advanced Grant Proposal Writing In this course, you ll become proficient in the proposal format used by the vast majority of public foundations. Learn what to do and, more importantly, what not to do on your cover sheet, narrative, background page, and stakeholder and third-party evaluation plan. You ll also discover the quickest and most efficient ways to gather the information you ll need to develop your proposal s attachments. You ll gain a full understanding of the criteria funders use to determine whether your grant proposal gets funded or rejected. A to Z Grant Writing This informative course will equip you with the skills and tools you need to enter the exciting field of grant writing! You ll learn how to raise needed funds by discovering how and where to look for potential funders who are a good match for your organization. You ll also learn how to network and develop true partnerships with a variety of funders, how to organize a successful grant-writing campaign, and how to put together a complete proposal package. This course speaks mainly to nonprofit organizations, schools, religious institutions, and municipalities seeking grants from foundation, corporate, government, and individual donors. It s also an excellent primer for individuals wishing to become grant-writing consultants or community grant-writing volunteers. Class Dates: Online 6-week, instructor-led course. Registration: For more information and to register, 14 BUSINESS & LEADERSHIP

15 Get Grants This course will walk you step-by-step through the process of grant proposal writing, revealing the must-have proposal elements and the seven deadly sins to avoid. You ll learn to recognize what makes a project attractive to a funding agency and see how to create a compelling case. In just a few weeks, you ll be prepared to convert an idea into a complete, well-developed package. Project Management Introduction to Microsoft Project 2010 In this course, you ll learn how to use Microsoft Project to think through and organize your project s details, plan a schedule, sequence tasks, produce a baseline, assign resources and costs, track your progress, identify and analyze variances, and revise your project plan. New sessions begin each month. PMP Certification Prep I This course, the first part of a two-course series, will demystify the PMBOK Guide, including relationships between inputs, tools and techniques, and outputs. The course will also bring clarity to such topics as precedence diagramming, estimating, and scope management. PMP Certification Prep II In the second part of our two-part certification preparation series, your instructor will continue to demystify the PMBOK Guide. You ll gain a strong understanding of such topics as earned value management, risk management, simulation, sensitivity analysis, and make-or-buy analysis. Project Management Fundamentals In this 6-week course, an experienced project management professional will help you master the essentials of project management. You ll learn about project politics and ethics, project measurements, and project closure. You ll be able to develop all sections of a project plan, you ll become comfortable with the project management body of knowledge, and you ll develop a variety of powerful techniques to generate project ideas. Class Dates: Online 6-week, instructor-led course. New sessions begin each month. Registration: For more information and to register, visit www. ed2go.com/msstate/. BUSINESS & LEADERSHIP 15

16 Leadership & Management Fundamentals of Supervision and Management You will learn the skills required to delegate responsibility and motivate your employees. A large part of a manager s job involves getting things done through other people, and this course will help you understand how to influence and direct other people s performance. Fundamentals of Supervision and Management II In this 6-week online course, you will learn how to be a more effective manager or supervisor. We will discuss how you can develop your interpersonal skills by understanding and dealing with the various issues that arise at work. You will learn to understand various personality traits in yourself and in others and how they impact the ability to get the job done. Achieving Success with Difficult People Join this class and get helpful information for understanding yourself, solving people problems, and improving your relationships and personal and professional productivity. Leadership Gain the respect and admiration of others, exert more control over your destiny, and enjoy success in your professional and personal life. Understanding the Human Resources Function This course is designed to help people without experience in human resources to understand this very vital link in the organizational chain. It will prepare both managers and business owners to handle basic human resource functions effectively. Distribution and Logistics Management In this course, you will learn about all elements of distribution and logistics management, including physical distribution, warehouse selection, material handling, packaging, order fulfillment, customer service, inventory management, receiving, production stores, and returned goods. NEW SESSIONS BEGIN EACH MONTH. ENROLL EARLY! 16 BUSINESS & LEADERSHIP

17 Creating a Successful Business Plan With the support of your instructor and a network of like-minded students, you ll work through all of the major components of writing a business plan and emerge with your first draft in hand. At the end of this class you, will have completed the first and most difficult step on the path to small business success. Individual Excellence Develop career-enhancing skills in a single course that covers 12 popular 1-day seminar topics, including goal setting, time management, and personal organization. You ll learn how to improve your creative abilities, gain confidence with financial matters, and minimize conflict in your life. Supply Chain Management Fundamentals This course will help you succeed in the supply chain management field. You ll understand how to represent top management s interests on the shop floor, and you ll know how to translate such initiatives as strategic planning, sales and operations planning, and new product introduction into achievable, operational plans. Sales & Marketing Using Social Media in Business As you progress through the course, you ll master a simple process for making social media work for you. You ll learn about the five most popular social media platforms Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Pinterest, and Google+ and study secrets for using them to promote your business. Business and Marketing Writing Whatever your background, this fun, introductory course will teach you to write or identify copy that achieves business and marketing goals. Improve your work, your knowledge, your company s image, and your chances of getting hired, promoted, or applauded! BUSINESS & LEADERSHIP 17

18 Effective Selling The goal of Effective Selling is not to teach you how to make a sale today, but to help you discover how you can easily convert a potential customer into a long-term asset. Effective Selling will help you lay the groundwork for repeat business and your future success. Business Certifications Introduction to Google Analytics In this course, you ll learn to use Google Analytics to make the most of your online traffic. You ll see how you can track not just the traffic to all of your online content, but also determine which content is the most appealing, where your visitors came from, what devices they used, how long they stayed, and which links they clicked. Certified Bookkeeper The Certified Bookkeeper Online Training Program for experienced bookkeepers leads to national certification with the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers (AIPB). The AIPB certification is a high professional standard for bookkeepers. Class Dates: Online, start anytime (140-hour class) Cost: $1,995 (financial assistance available) Registration: (Code: GES202) Certified Mediator Certified Mediator offers a highly comprehensive conflict resolution education that can help you advance in your present job, add a sought-after skill to your resume, or set up a private practice as a Certified Mediator. Class Dates: Online, start anytime (120-hour class) Cost: $1,795 (financial assistance available) Registration: (Code: GES417) Marketing Design Certificate The Marketing Design Online Training Program focuses on helping you develop technical skill and creative artistry using applied marketing principles. You ll complete a variety of projects, including marketing concept development, retouching, compositing, illustration, advertising design, logo design, and corporate branding. Class Dates: Online, start anytime (360-hour class) Cost: $5,995 (financial assistance available) Registration: (Code: GES502) 18 BUSINESS & LEADERSHIP

19 Certified Wedding Planner This comprehensive program covers everything an aspiring wedding planner needs to know to get started in the business. Whether you plan on working part-time or full-time, this program will provide all the knowledge you need to work as a professional wedding planner or start your wedding planning business. Class Dates: Online, start anytime (300-hour class) Cost: $1,395 (financial assistance available) Registration: msstate/ (Code: GES204) Records Management Certificate This power-packed program will teach you how to manage electronic records and conquer the paper pile-up. The Records Management Online Training Program will give you an introduction to the profession of records and information management. It focuses on establishing and managing successful organization-wide records management programs. Class Dates: Online, start anytime (180-hour class) Cost: $1,595 (financial assistance available) Registration: msstate/ (Code: GES412) Human Resources Professional 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. Class Dates: Online, start anytime (120-hour class) Cost: $1,795 (financial assistance available) Registration: msstate/ (Code: GES419) ENVIRONMENTAL, HEALTH, & SAFETY Asbestos Abatement Asbestos Worker Initial Certification This 4-day (32-hour) course will teach you the skills you need to remove, encapsulate, enclose, repair, or disturb friable or non-friable asbestos. Through extensive hands-on training and real-world examples, you will gain the knowledge needed to protect yourself while handling asbestos materials on an asbestos abatement project. Cost: $695 Class Dates and Registration: Asbestos Worker Refresher Certification This 1-day (8-hour) refresher course provides information regarding changes in state and federal regulation and reviews key aspects of original training: work practices, potential health effects of asbestos exposure, personal protective equipment, and safety hazards. Do not let your asbestos worker license expire sign up today! Cost: $250 Class Dates and Registration: BUSINESS & LEADERSHIP ENVIRONMENTAL, HEALTH, & SAFETY 19

20 Asbestos Supervisor/Contractor Initial Certification This 5-day (40-hour) course will give you the skills you need to oversee and supervise asbestos abatement workers in restricted and regulated asbestos abatement work areas. Through extensive hands-on training and real-world examples, you will gain the knowledge needed to ensure the safety of your workers and stay in compliance with OSHA and EPA regulations. Cost: $795 Class Dates and Registration: safety_course_sched_reg.php Asbestos Supervisor/Contract Refresher Certification Do not let your asbestos supervisor license expire! This 1-day (8-hour) course recertifies you to supervise and direct asbestos workers performing abatement activities. This course is essential for recertification, so sign up today! Cost: $250 Registration: safety_course_sched_reg.php NEW ONLINE 2-Hour Asbestos Awareness Training Learn the serious health hazards associated with asbestos exposure in this 2-hour interactive online class. This class is perfect for anyone who wants to know where asbestos is found and how to avoid exposure. This course also meets the 2-hour asbestos awareness training requirement for school custodial and maintenance workers. Class Dates: Anytime Cost: $59 Registration: safety_course_sched_reg.php Asbestos Inspection and Assessment Initial Certification Become certified to assess the condition of asbestos material and report the results in this 3-day (24-hour) course. Any person who performs the tasks involved in surveying, identifying, and assessing the condition of asbestos and asbestos material needs this training. Through extensive hands-on training and real-world examples, you will gain the knowledge you need to collect samples of asbestos material for laboratory analysis, and record and report the results. Cost: $595 Registration: Inspection and Assessment Refresher Certification Do not let your inspection and assessment license expire! This half-day (4-hour) course recertifies you to survey, identify, and assess the condition of asbestos and asbestos-containing material. It also teaches you how to collect bulk samples of asbestos material or suspected asbestos material for laboratory analysis. This course is essential for recertification, so sign up today. Cost: $175 Registration: 20 ENVIRONMENTAL, HEALTH, & SAFETY