A Division of Bossier Parish Community College Invest in yourself! FALL 2013 NON-CREDIT COURSE CATALOG
Introduction About Workforce Development & Continuing Education 3 Specialized Training Services for Business & Industry 4 Computer Training PC Basics 5 Software Applications 5-6 Professional Certifications, Pre-Licensing Education/Exam Review 7-8 CIT Certifications 8 Leadership & Management 8 Communication, Languages & Writing 8-9 Criminal Justice 9 Industrial/Technical Education & Safety 9 Accounting & Tax Preparation 10 Online OnCourse Learning 11 Ed2Go 11-13 College Preparation/ Testing Center Online Post-Graduate Entrance Exam Preparation Programs 14 ACT Prep 14 Testing Center Information 15 Personal Enrichment Personal Finance & Education 16 Communication, Languages & Writing 16 Travel & Special Interest 17 Arts, Crafts & Music 17 Holiday Crafts 17-18 Cake Decorating 18 Health, Fitness & Recreation 18-19 Sewing 19 FALL SESSIONS DATES: AUGUST 21 - DECEMBER 14 NO CLASSES - OFFICE CLOSED: Monday, September 2 Thursday - Friday, November 28 29 Evenings, November 25-27 OFFICE HOURS: August 21 - December 14 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday Register Campus Map 20 Policies 21 Registration Form 22 2
Workforce Development & Continuing Education Invest in yourself with Continuing Education classes! We provide a wide range of professional and personal enrichment opportunities designed with you in mind. Classes are conveniently scheduled, affordable, and taught by talented professionals and experts. Regardless of your age or educational goal, we have a class to help keep you current with today s trends and technologies, help you get ahead in life and career, or just have fun! Please note payment is due at the time of registration and financial aid is not available. Some of our online training partners offer loans and payment plans. For an up-to-date listing of classes, times, dates and descriptions, please visit us online. Bossier Parish Community College Workforce Development & Continuing Education 6220 E. Texas Street, D-134; Bossier City, LA 71111 Telephone: 318-678-6015 Fax: 318-678-6406 Website: www.bpcc.edu/continuingeducation E-mail: continuinged@bpcc.edu 3
LET US BE YOUR TRAINING RESOURCE Specialized Training Services for Business & Industry Think of us as a branch of your training department. Workforce Development and Continuing Education extends the resources of the College to companies, organizations and groups by providing a staff of trained professionals to assist in determining both short and long-term training needs. Our department is highly proactive in the delivery of non-credit courses and programs. Each individually tailored course and/or program is practical, up-to-date, competitively priced and delivered by experienced subject matter experts at the location and time of the customer s choice. As our IWTP grant administrator, BPCC did an outstanding job of staying in contact and ensuring we were on target to meet our goals. BPCC also provided excellent support with training; their instructors were very professional and knowledgeable. Richard Smith, HR Administrator, Southland Printing Company, Inc. Specialized services for businesses include: Computer Courses: Basic & Intermediate PC Skills, Internet, Microsoft Office Suite, QuickBooks, Adobe Creative Suites, AutoCAD Command Spanish: For businesses with Spanish speaking employees and clientele. Learner-friendly workshops are customizable for any industry and require no prior knowledge of Spanish. Customer Service Excellence: Customizable for any industry, from frontline representatives to management. Sales and Marketing: Sales Cycle, Enhanced Sales Skills & Strategies, Inspiring Your Sales Team, Marketing Fundamentals Leadership and Management: Leadership, Performance Management, Delegating, Teambuilding and Communication Skills using Personality and Behavior Profile Systems as a foundation, Influential and Situational Leadership, Functions of Management, Conflict and Stress Resolution Human Resources Training for Small Businesses: Dos and don ts of hiring and terminations, employment law basics. Lean: Lean is a way of thinking and acting that maximizes the value the customer receives while minimizing waste and errors. Lean applies in every business and every process. Safety: 10/30 Hour for General Industry and Construction, Fall Protection, Hazard Communication, Electrical Safety, Lock-Out/Tag-Out, PPE Compliance, Confined Space Awareness, Scaffold Safety, Hazardous Communication & Recognition, Hazardous Waste Awareness, Incident Investigation, Emergency Procedures, Trench Safety, Sit-Down and Extended Reach Forklift, Skid Steer Loader, Aerial Lift, HAZWOPER (8, 24, 40), Access to Medical Records, American Petroleum Industry Recommended Practice 2D, Crane Operations and Rigging, Medic First Aid, Beginner s Well Control Practices, H2S Safety and Respiratory Protection, Intro to Upstream Oil and Gas Exploration and Production Operations, Intro to Field Processing of Oil and Gas, Water Survival Skills, Equipment & Techniques NEW INDUSTRIAL READINESS TRAINING PROGRAM! Developed in partnership with local Workforce Investment Boards, business and industry, and government leaders to provide relevant skills training (technical & soft skills) in Northwest Louisiana. Our vision is to develop a highly-skilled manufacturing and industrial maintenance workforce to meet immediate employer requirements and to attract new industry to the Greater Shreveport/ Bossier City area. Our target population is primarily unemployed and underemployed residents. To participate, employers place a job order with the Louisiana Workforce Commission. The LWC screens, interviews and recommends at least 20 applicants for the Industrial Readiness Training Program AND covers the cost of the training. Employer actively participates in the classroom setting to select successfulgraduates for employment. Are you interested in funding that will pay to train you employees? Louisiana s Incumbent Worker Training Program (IWTP) provides qualifying employers with grant funding through a partnership with the Louisiana Workforce Commission and training providers such as BPCC. Employers benefit from the program through skill development of existing employees which increases employee productivity and company growth. The goals of the program are to create new jobs, retain jobs that otherwise may have been eliminated, and increase wages for recipients of the training. To learn about the eligibility requirements for the Incumbent Worker Training Program, visit the Louisiana Workforce Commission s website www.laworks.net Two ways employers can apply for IWTP funding: 1) If you are a medium to large organization with a wide range of training needs and you need customized training delivered on-site, then IWTP s Customized Training program may be right for you. BPCC s Workforce Development and Continuing Education department has a 100% success rate with customized IWTP grant approvals and has written and managed over 20 million in grant awards. Our experts will assist your company with the entire process from start to finish. Call us at 678-6015 if you are interested in Customized Training through IWTP. 2) If you are a smaller organization with 50 or fewer employees looking for highquality training that offers a quick turnaround from application to approval, then the Small Business Employee Training (SBET) may be right for you. SBET is designed to benefit business and industry by assisting in the skill development of existing employees through individual, standardized (off-the shelf) training. Most all of BPCC s Professional Continuing Education courses qualify for SBET. If you are interested in applying for this program, contact the Louisiana Workforce Commission at 1-866-725-IWTP (4987) or visit their website: www.laworks.net/workforcedev/iwtp/iwtp_smallbusiness.asp 4
COMPUTER TRAINING Whether you re just starting your career or upgrading your computer skills, BPCC has a class to fit your needs! Bossier Parish Community College is the place to go for computer skills training; our instructor-led classes provide one computer per student, emphasizing a hands-on learning experience. We offer a wide variety of courses from basic pc skills, software courses and accounting to CAD drafting and certification preparation. Intermediate Computer Skills Put the power of QuickBooks 2012 to work for you. We will teach you the basics of setting up accounts, paying bills, reconciling bank statements, creating invoices, tracking inventory, and generating reports. Ideal course Learning to Use Your iphone for the small business owner or homeowner. Accounting Do you have an iphone but need some help using all of knowledge is helpful but not necessary. $149 its great features? Come learn the basics and functionality of your device. Please note universal functions of the CAPP2311A 9/9-10/14 6:00 PM- 9:00 PM iphone platform will be taught and that specific apps M D127 Barbara Cox may vary by phone and carrier. Students must bring their own iphone to class. $39 CBAS2106B W, F 10/16-10/23 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM D118 Crystal Marshall Software Applications PC Basics Basic Computer Skills Quickbooks 2012 Intermediate This course is a continuation of Quickbooks 2012 for Beginners. We will take you through setting up payroll and taxes; creating estimates, invoices, sales receipts, payments and deposits, writing checks and paying Learning to Use Your ipad employees. Ideal course for the small business owner or Do you have an ipad but need some help using all of its homeowner. $149 great features? Come learn the basics and functionality of your device. Please note universal functions of the CAPP2332A 11/4-12/16 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM ipad will be taught and that specific apps may vary M D127 Barbara Cox by model. Students must bring their own ipad to class. $39 CBAS2113A 9/21 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Sa D127 Cheryl Wieser CBAS2114A 10/12 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Sa D127 Cheryl Wieser A 1GB flash drive is required for all computer classes. Intermediate Adobe Photoshop This course is a natural progression from the Computer Adobe CS5 Photoshop Level 2 will enhance your ability to create accurate masks and image effects, Basics course and uses the same textbook. You will retouch images, work with video files, automate learn how to customize the appearance of your windows, desktop, screensaver, and more. Discover how to repetitive tasks, and integrate with other Adobe protect your computer with maintenance, backup files, applications. $99 and anti-virus programs. Learn the basics of the Internet CAPP2350A 10/5 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM and email. $99 Sa D118 Mark Charleville CBAS2106A 9/19-9/26 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM Tu, Th D127 Catherine Greggerio QuickBooks 2012 for Beginners Adobe Lightroom Version 4 An in depth look at how to use Lightroom in your photo imaging workflow. Topics include: use of presets, use of LR for website development (html & flash), and Lightroom vs. Photoshop when to use which and why. $179 CAPP2342A 9/5-10/10 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Th D118 Steve Lott Smith Microsoft Word 2010, Basic Learn how to create, save edit and print documents using Microsoft Word 2010. This course is a natural progression from the Intermediate Computers. Students will use the formatting facilities, clip art and tables to enhance the presentation of documents produced to look professional with a minimum effort. $99 CAPP2305A 9/9-9/18 5:30 PM 7:45 PM M, W D118 Kristie Sheffield Microsoft Word 2010, Intermediate Students will learn to work with graphics and diagrams, produce a mail merge, and to enhance the appearance of multi-page documents using styles and templates. This course is a natural progression from the Microsoft Word, Basic course. $99 This course is for the complete beginner with computcapp2306a 9/30-10/9 5:30 PM - 7:45 PM ers. Learn basic computer terminology and how to use M, W D118 Kristie Sheffield Introduction to Adobe Photoshop the mouse, taskbar, menus, toolbars, and Help facility. Explore the Adobe CS5 Photoshop interface, customize Explore the basics of word processing and graphics. it, and use tools for selecting parts of images. Learn to Microsoft PowerPoint 2010, Basic Work with Windows 7 like a pro as you learn to manage use layers and to apply layer effects and filters for creat- Learn how to create impressive visual presentations and customize files and folders. $129 ing special effects. Learn how to use the painting tools by incorporating slides, charts, and animations using and blending modes to enhance the appearance of your Microsoft PowerPoint 2010. Have an edge over the comcbas2105a 8/29-9/17 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM designs. $99 Tu, Th D127 Catherine Greggerio petition by learning how to use PowerPoint to produce professional notes and handouts. As a prerequisite, CBAS2105B 9/25-10/11 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM CAPP2313A 9/7 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM students will be expected to be familiar with the use of W, F D118 Crystal Marshall Sa D118 Mark Charleville Windows, keyboard and mouse. $99 CAPP2307A 10/21-10/31 5:30 PM - 7:45 PM M, W D118 Kristie Sheffield 5
COMPUTER TRAINING Microsoft Outlook 2010 Learn how to send and receive mail, organize your address book and use your calendar to set reminders to make sure you don t miss that important appointment. $59 CAPP2304A 10/30-11/1 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM W, F D118 Crystal Marshall Microsoft Excel 2010, Basic This introductory course to Microsoft Excel 2010 will teach students to create dynamic spreadsheets using formulas, functions and how to format spreadsheets to represent statistical data using impressive charts and graphs. $99 CAPP2308A 10/8-10/15 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Tu, Th D127 Catherine Greggerio CAPP2308B 11/6-11/13 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM W, F D118 Crystal Marshall Microsoft Excel 2010, Intermediate Learn to use more advanced spreadsheet features in Microsoft Excel 2010 Intermediate. Students will master complex functions such customizing workbooks, inserting hyperlinks, automating worksheet tasks using macros, enhanced charts and analyzing data. $99 CAPP2309A 10/17-10/24 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Tu, Th D127 Catherine Greggerio CAPP2309B 11/15-11/22 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM W, F D118 Crystal Marshall Microsoft One Note 2010 Learn to create, edit, organize, and enhance notes and also integrate them with other applications using Microsoft OneNote 2010. This course is designed for users who take notes and use automated tools to organize and manage the notes. Learn to explore the interface and create a simple notebook, organize content and integrate OneNote 2010 with other applications. $99 CAPP2310A 11/5-11/12 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM Tu, Th D127 Cheryl Wieser Microsoft Access 2010, Basic Learn how to use Microsoft Access 2010 to create databases that allow you to input, sort, organize and analyze data. Use Access tools to create easy to use forms, enter data and produce nal reports. $99 CAPP2318A 12/3-12/10 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM Tu, Th D127 Cheryl Wieser Outlook : Send and receive mail, organize your address book & calendar! OneNote : Simplify how you take, organize, and share your notes with OneNote. Are you looking for a CIT Certification? See PG 8! Access : Too much data for a spreadsheet? Time for a relational database solution! 6
professional Certifications, Pre-Licensing Education/Exam Review Notary Public Exam Preparation This study course provides up to date content geared towards the current exam format and questions to best prepare individuals for the challenging Louisiana Notary Public exam. Students must bring the LA NOTARY PUB- LIC EXAMINATION OFFICIAL STUDY GUIDE available from the LA Secretary of State s website for approximately $90.00 and the current LOUISIANA CIVIL CODE Volumes I and II to class with them. Refer to the Secretary of State website to determine which book editions match your planned exam date. The exam is given twice a year on the first Saturday in June and December. The LA Secretary of State website provides detailed information on how to become a Notary. www.sos.la.gov $309 PARA1111A 9/3-11/19 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Tu D226 Rita Bacot AAPC Certified Professional Coder Exam Prep Preparing to take the Certified Professional Coder Certification Exam with AAPC? In this fast-paced course students will review coding guidelines for ICD-9, CPT and HCPCS, medical terminology, anatomy reimbursement issues as well as provide students with test taking tips and practice exams. Prior medical coding coursework OR at least 2 years medical coding experience required. AAPC Membership, Certification Exam Fee and Professional Coding Books are NOT included in fee. $549 PMED1098A 9/10-10/24 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Tu, Th D206 Tamara Lucus ICD-10-CM Boot Camp for Medical Coders Learn to code for ICD-10 Clinical Modification (ICD-10- CM) and prepare for the ICD-10 Proficiency Assessment. Boot Camps are led by ICD-10 certified trainers and provides a comprehensive two-day training on the ICD- 10-CM Code Set. $499 PMED1025A 9/27-9/28 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM F, Sa D206 Tamara Lucus PMED1025B 11/1-11/2 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM F, Sa D206 Tamara Lucus Certified Nurse Assistant This Certified Nurse Assistant program prepares one to work with long-term care patients, such as those in nursing homes and home health care. Instruction includes medical terminology, health care safety, patient care lecture, patient care studies, practice lab situations, and on-site clinical. Applicants are required to provide the following prior to enrollment. Copy of high school diploma or GED certificate. A Criminal History Record through the Louisiana State Police. Background Check Policy Consent Agreement. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will receive a certificate of completion and be recognized as a Certified Nurse Assistant in Louisiana. The student must complete all coursework with a grade C or better and score at least 70% on the final exam to successfully complete the program. Students will receive CNA certificate after all fees have been paid. *Split payment available with $470 due at registration ($450 registration fee and $20 processing fee) and $399 due by Thursday, November 7, 2013. Those who wish to utilize the split payment option must stop by our office in Building D, Suite 134. Split payment option not available online. $849 PMED1011A 10/1-12/9 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM M Th D228 Evelyn Coleman PMED1011B 10/1-12/9 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM M-TH D228 Evelyn Coleman Real Estate 101: Pre-Licensing Education Course Are you ready for an exciting career change? Get the training you need to become a licensed real estate professional! This Louisiana Real Estate Commission approved course prepares individuals pursuing a career in real estate for the Louisiana State licensing exam and satisfies the 90 hour education requirement to sit for the exam. It covers principles and practices of real estate, the Louisiana Real Estate License Law, the Law of Agency, Commission Rules and Regulations, and Civil Law as it pertains to real estate in Louisiana. Split payment possible with $320 due at registration ($300 registration fee plus $20 processing fee) and $249 due November 15, 2013. Those who wish to utilize the split payment option must come by our office in Building D, Suite 134. Split payment option not available online. $549 Bossier Parish Community College is a State Certified Real Estate School with a certified instructor (BPCC Certificate No. 0220). For information on the Louisiana Real Estate Salesperson Exam please call PSI Testing Center customer service at 800-733-9267 or visit their website www.psiexams.com (From the home page select Government/State Licensing Agencies, under Jurisdiction, select Louisiana under Account select Louisiana Real Estate. PGEN1001A 10/14-2/3 5:30 PM - 9:15 PM M, W D226 Steve Lowe Food Safety Certification Our National Restaurant Association approved Food Safety Certification course provides the preparation and exam for the State Food Safety Certificate with ServSafe Certification. ServSafe is a national certification program of the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation. Instruction focuses on food handling techniques, preventing food-borne illnesses, maintaining sanitary facilities and equipment, reducing liability, training and supervising employees in safe food handling. At the end of the class participants take the ServSafe Examination. With a passing grade of 75% or greater, participants will receive a certificate verifying completion of the program and the ServSafe certification. The answer sheet needed for the exam is found in the required textbook so students will need a new book. $99 PHSP0201A 9/14 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sa D226 John Shaw PHSP0201B 10/5 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sa D226 John Shaw PHSP0201C 11/9 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sa D226 John Shaw PHSP0201D 12/14 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sa D207 John Shaw Home Inspection Pre-Licensing Training In just one week, American Home Inspectors Training Institute will teach the fundamentals of inspecting structure, exteriors, roofing, electrical, plumbing, heating/cooling systems, insulation/ventilation systems, report writing, business development and marketing strategies. Students will participate in hands-on home inspections and will learn to identify and properly document defects of a residential property within the standards of the industry, learn essential skills in working with realtors, mortgage brokers, attorneys and financial institutions which play a key role in real estate transactions, and be able to make better purchasing decisions or start their own business as a licensed home inspector. This course is approved by the Louisiana State Board of Home Inspectors (LSBHI) for the 90 hours of classroom education required to apply for a license. Over 90% of the students who have taken this course pass the licensing exam. Please see LSBHI s website for exam information. Student Materials are included with tuition: 8 study modules on all the different components of a home that will allow participants to do a professional home inspection. (Course books also available as PDF formatted books accessed online) Online supplemental tutorials and quizzes that reinforce important course concepts: $2,195 1-Hour Home Inspection Process Video 30 minute Home Maintenance Video Online Photo Book with over 200 color photos. Business and Marketing Manual - This books contains a Marketing Plan, Office Plan and Inspection Plan Exam Study Guide - Helps students prepare for the state and national exams. Home Inspection Report Industry Updates Unlimited Telephone Support IAHI1000A 12/7-12/15 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Sat Sat D226 AHIT 7
professional Paralegal Certificate Online For more information and to register visit www.gatlineducation.com/bpcc/business.htm 100% ONLINE Teller Training & Continuing Education for Banking Professionals offered in partnership with Banker s Academy. Leadership & Management Communication, Languages & Writing Communication & Presentation Skills for Leaders There is an art to building relationships and communicating effectively. How you look, act and present yourself plays an important role in how you connect with the CEUs awarded are approved by the American Banker s Asso- Developing Successful Teams people who count on you for guidance. Learn how to ciation towards CBT, CLBB, CCSR, CPB, CRCM certifications. There are teams everywhere you look, sports teams, use words, gestures and even humor to communicate Visit us online for a complete list of offerings. work teams, school teams...the success of every better as a leader. Topics explored include believability organization relies on the performance of its members. and credibility, personal appearance, verbal communiunderstanding not only what makes a team, but also cation skills such as tone of voice and vocal variety, noncit Certifications what it takes for a team to be effective, is important verbal language such as eye contact, posture, energy, for managers, supervisors and team leaders at all gestures, and expressions. $79 levels of an organization. Learn about group dynam For course descriptions and required ics, the stages of developing a team and the impact PGEN1137A 10/2 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM pre-requisites visit us online or call 678-6015. on organizational performance. This program has been W D226 Robin Sinckler pre-approved for 4 (General) recertification credit www.bpcc.edu/continuingeducation hours toward PHR, SPHR and GPHR recertification Better Business Writing Network Essentials: through the HR Certification Institute. $49 Need to brush up on and improve business writing Network+ Certification Course $569 skills? Learn how to choose the most powerful words PWFD1112A 10/17 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM and write the most effective letters, memos and emails CIT101101 8/21-12/16 12:30 PM - 1:45 PM Th D226 James Woodham to gain a much needed edge in the business world. This Tu, Th G315 Tom Hopkins Leadership Seminar: course will cover the basics of spelling, punctuation and usage, how to choose words carefully, sharpen Using Personality Profiles to Lead Support of Emerging Technologies: writing styles, streamline, strengthen and write more A+ Certification Course $549 Different People in the Best Ways persuasive letters and memos. Participants will identify Using the DiSC self-assessment tool to better under CIT112950 10/14-12/10 2:00 PM 4:30 PM different communication styles to learn how to write G214 Eddie Horton stand yourself and others, learn the dimensions and effectively to a specific audience, how to use email personality profile patterns that drive behavior. Learn effectively and appropriately, how to convey bad news how to delegate and empower employees effectively tactfully, and write professionally about sensitive subccna I: Cisco ICND1 Certification and appropriately by matching responsibilities and ject matters. $99 Course Part I $499 tasks to those with the best suited behavioral tenden PGEN1134A 10/23 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM CIT121850 8/21-10/11 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM cies. Understand differences in attitudes, personality W D226 Robin Sinckler M, W G315 Eddie Horton and behavior to improve communication and perfo rmance feedback. Use the personality profile system CCNA II: Cisco ICND1 as a powerful tool to reinforce desirable performance, Getting the Job correct and prevent poor performance, reduce em One of the best ways to prepare for an interview is Certification Course Part II $589 ployees objections and resistance, and create a happy, to practice, especially if you are just starting your CIT122875 10/14-12/10 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM motivated team. Learn the fundamentals of leader career. This workshop will help you gain confidence Tu, Th G315 Eddie Horton ship influence and how to use situational leadership and improve the way you present yourself to set to adapt your style to each individual and situation yourself apart from other applicants. $29 Linux Server: to achieve optimal employee and organizational per PGEN1029A 9/11-9/13 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM formance. Tuition includes the DiSC self-assessment Linux+ Certification Course $659 W, F D118 Crystal Marshall profile. (Class will take a break for you to enjoy lunch CIT172850 8/21-10/11 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM on your own.) This program has been pre-approved PGEN1029B 12/4-12/6 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM W G203 Eddie Horton for 7 (General) recertification credit hours toward PHR, W, F D118 Crystal Marshall SPHR and GPHR recertification through the HR Certifi Relational Database Coding: cation Institute. $99 Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Certification Course $529 PWFD1122A 11/14 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Th D226 James Woodham CIT270801 8/21-12/16 1:00 PM - 2:15 PM W G320 Thomas Hopkins Computer Forensics: Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator Certification Course $659 CIT280875 10/14-12/10 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM M G203 Chris Rondeau Project Management: Project+ Certification Course $529 CIT282950 8 8/17-10/11 Online The use of this seal is not an endorsement by the HR Certification Institute of the quality of the program. It means that this program has met the HR Certification Institute s criteria to be pre-approved for recertification credit. Thomas Hopkins Are you an employer looking for leadership, sales or customer service training for your team? We ll customize training and bring it to your door! Call us at 678-6015. Some of our training topics include: Personality Profiling System Delegating Influential & Situational Leadership Functions of Management Performance Management Conflict & Stress Resolution Sales Cycle Enhanced Sales Skills & Strategies Marketing Fundamentals Customer Service Excellence Resumes & Cover Letters That Really Work Resumes and cover letters are the basic tools essential to a successful job search. Explore different types of resume and the reasons to use each. What are the steps to a powerful resume, and what mistakes to avoid at all costs? What impact does the cover letter add? How to write special need resumes: stay at home mothers, students without work experience, no college degree, gaps in employment, terminations. How to use a resume once it s done, posting resumes online and free critiques. $29 PGEN1028A 9/18-9/20 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM W, F D118 Crystal Marshall PGEN1028B 12/11-12/13 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM W, F D118 Crystal Marshall
professional WE OFFER SIGN LANGUAGE, CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH & ENGLISH LANGUAGE SERVICES, SEE PG 16! Do you have a business or organization that inter acts with Spanish-speaking employees or customers? The objective of Command Spanish, Inc. is to provide learner-friendly language materials and workshops that require NO PRIOR KNOWLEDGE OF SPANISH. These programs eliminate the tedious grammar instruction found in most other language programs. We customize Command Spanish, Inc. language pro grams for employers. Online courses also available. Visit our website for more information. We have an increased need for working with the Span ish-speaking culture. Command Spanish has helped us adequately address the needs of our Spanish-speaking clients and the BPCC instructor job-shadowed our employees to gain insight into their day-to-day con tacts with those in need of legal services. - Alma Jones, Executive Director of Legal Services of North Louisiana Criminal Justice Criminal Justice Online Series: These self-paced online courses are appropriate for anyone who needs further understanding of the subject matter for their career as well as anyone curious about the fascinating world of crime investigation! All students taking an online course at BPCC for the first time are REQUIRED to participate in the Student Blackboard Online Orientation. Please call 678-6015 for more information. Students must provide an email address upon registering. Log in information for the course will be emailed. Students will have access to the entire course content on the class start date and will have 6 weeks to complete the course. A computer with a fast, reliable internet connection is required. Death Investigation Learn more about the investigation techniques used to conduct scientific, systematic, and thorough death scene investigations. This course covers information regarding the investigation of natural and unnatural causes of death such as types of homicides, suicides, accidental and natural causes. Learn the difference between the investigator s and coroner s responsibilities. $99 PWFD1017A 9/19-10/31 Online Dan Cain Industrial/Technical Education & Safety Basic Computer Drafting with AutoCAD 2012 Basic Computer Drafting with AutoCAD 2012 will give participants a general overview of the AutoCAD software package. The course will include basic theory for using CAD, setting up projects and basic commands. Upon completion of the course, participants will have the knowledge necessary to create a project in AutoCAD from beginning to end. $239 PTEC1108A 10/15-11/7 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Tu, Th D118 Chad Procell Beyond the Basics with AutoCAD 2012 Beyond the Basics with AutoCAD 2012will expand on the lessons learned in the Basic Computer Drafting with AutoCAD 2012course. Participants are introduced to complex objects and editing methods as well as styles to manage text, dimensions and leaders. The students will go more in depth into commands and putting together projects. $239 PTEC1109A 11/12-12/12 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Tu, Th D118 Chad Procell Forest Management: Growing and Marketing Trees Learn basic management options and marketing strategies for private landowners going forward into a changing economy. Topics include growth conditions, soil/site requirements, basic silviculture, det ermining value, thinnings, regeneration options, determining volume and value, timber sales and marketing and the development of management plans. This course qualifies for continuing education for Real Estate Appraisers. (Class will take a break for you to enjoy lunch on your own). $69 PGEN1072A 9/14 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sa D116 Paul Smeltzer Integrating Wildlife & Timber Management Explore basic wildlife management concepts and how they fit with timber management. Topics covered include primary wildlife elements, understanding specific wildlife species requirements, providing diversity within managed timber stands and integrating wildlife enhancements with timber management strategies. (Class will take a break for you to enjoy lunch on your own.) $69 PGEN1073A 9/21 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sa D116 Paul Smeltzer Now offering industry recognized CERTIFIED SAFETY AND HEALTH OFFICIAL (CSHO) program. In partnership with the Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) OSHA TRAINING INSTITUTE SOUTHWEST EDUCATION CENTER This program for Construction and General Industry will provide a solid, broad-based education in the Safety and Health field. Day and evening options Self-paced, no time limits- begin and stop at any time in the program and receive credit for completed courses. No college degree required. No Annual CEUs required. Transferable to academic credit hours at ap proved colleges and universities. All Student Materials included. Completion of all program hours is required to be awarded the CSHO certification Min. Age 18 VISIT US ONLINE FOR FALL 2013 CLASS SCHEDULES! For more information on the entire CSHO program, visit www.teex.org and click on OSHA Ed Center NCCER National Center for Construction Education & Research Recognized & supported by the Association of General Contractors and the Association of Builders and Contractors. COMING SOON! MULTI-CRAFT Training with national certification! Pipelining- Gas Pipelining-Liquid Pipefitting Safety Technology Carpentry Electrical Train for a career and earn national certification! This program is for traditional college students OR for individuals interested in national certifications only. Drugs- Just the Facts Learn the truth about narcotics and dangerous drug use. This class will open anyone s eyes to the facts about the effects of drugs on the body and mind, problems that stem from drug use, consequences, solutions and current efforts to address this national problem. $99 PWFD1039A 10/4-11/15 Online Dan Cain We offer safety classes upon request at your location or in one of our classrooms. 10/30 Hour for General Industry & Construction Fall Protection Hazard Communication Electrical Safety Lock- Out/Tag-Out, PPE Compliance Confined Space Awareness Scaffold Safety Hazardous Communication & Recognition Hazardous Waste Awareness Incident Investigation Emergency Procedures Trench Safety Sit-Down & Extended Reach Forklift Skid Steer Loader Aerial Lift HAZWOPER (8, 24, 40) Access to Medical Records American Petroleum Industry Recommended Practice 2D Crane Operations & Rigging Medic CPR/First Aid Beginner s Well Control Practices H2S Safety & Respiratory Protection Intro to Upstream Oil & Gas Exploration & Production Operations Intro to Field Processing of Oil & Gas Water Survival Skills Equipment & Techniques 9
professional Accounting & Tax Preparation 100% ONLINE Income Tax Preparation Career Training & Continuing Education for Accountants & Tax Preparers. The Income Tax School is the national standard for tax preparation and teaches practical application with real life scenarios. 15-Hour Continuing Education Package ONLY $149! Meets IRS requirements Includes 2 CE seminars: Ethics & Responsibilities of Tax Profession als (3 CEs) 2012 and 2013 (when available) Tax Law Updates (3 CEs) Plus your choice of THREE additional 3-hour CE seminars! Individual CE seminars ONLY $39 each! Comprehensive Tax Course with RTRP Career Package $447 This course will enable you to prepare individual tax returns for the general public, including individual taxpayers who operate sole-proprietor businesses, most individual non-business and small business (self-employed/schedule C) tax returns, and research tax issues. No entrance requirements. Student materials included. Additional Programs: Advanced Level I & II Individual Income Tax Preparation * Small Business Level I & II Income Tax Preparation * Individual & Small Business Tax Returns Please visit our website for complete list of course offerings, descriptions, bundle packages, and to register. www.bpcc.edu/continuingeducation & then click on The Income Tax School. TAX DEDUCTION? You may qualify for tax deductions available for work related education. Visit irs.gov or consult with your tax preparer for more information. 10
ONline learning Online course offerings in partnership with OnCourse Learning National and Louisiana courses for insurance pre-license certification and continuing education. Curriculum varies by individual state regulations. INSURANCE Gift and Estate Tax, Estate & Retirement Planning Variable Contracts Business Owner Policy Casualty Terms and Policy Provisions COBRA and HIPPA Commercial General Liability Commercial Package Policy Dwelling (DP) Forms Ethics and the Producer Flood: Inland Marine/Other Property Policies Health Insurance Homeowners Liability Coverage/Selected Endorsements & Property Coverage Impact of Bankruptcy on Title Insurance Personal Auto Selling to a Senior Market For tuition information and to register, visit bpcc.edu/continuingeducation and click on Online Learning then OnCourse Learning or call 1-800-441-9411 x 5933 MORTGAGE 20 Hour LA SAFE Comprehensive: 14-day Session Ax5 Mortgage Loan Originator Test Prep: Louisiana State Component SAFE Loan Originator Test Prep: National + Louisiana HOME INSPECTION AND ENERGY Initial & Advanced Mold Inspection, Certified Mold Inspector and Assessor An Introduction to Green Building Energy Audit Certification Home Inspection: Business Practices, Fast Track, Online Certification Course Inspecting: Electrical, Exteriors, Interiors, Heating/Cooling, Insulation, Ventilation, New Construction, Plumbing, Pools and Spas, Roofs, Structures ONLINE COURSE OFFERINGS IN PARTNERSHIP WITH ED2GO Ed2Go offers loans, payment plans and tuition assistance. Please contact Ed2Go Customer Service for more information. (877) 221-5151 SIX WEEK COURSES STARTING AT $95 Sessions start monthly Interactive learning environment Award of completion with passing score Hundreds of course opportunities for professional and personal enrichment including but not limited to: Accounting & Business Fundamentals & Software Personal Finance and Investments Nonprofit & Grant Writing Management and Leadership, Project Management Sales and Marketing Start Your Own Business College Readiness Computer Applications (Adobe, Microsoft Office, QuickBooks, Crystal Reports, CorelDraw, Peachtree and more) Digital Photography Graphic Design, Multimedia & Web Design Alternative Medicine EMS and Firefighters Medical Ethics, Law, and Compliance Health Information Management Veterinary Creative Writing, Languages, Publishing Legal (Business, Corporate, Criminal & General Law) LSAT Preparation Paralegal Personal Development Arts Children, Parents, and Family Health and Wellness Job Search Teaching and Education: (Classroom Computing, Languages, Mathematics, Reading and Writing, Science, Test Prep, Tools for Teachers) Computer Fundamentals & Programming Database Management Networking and Communications Computer Security Web Technology 11
Online LEARNING ONLINE CAREER TRAINING PROGRAMS Media & Design Program Fee Hours 3ds max $1695 300 Certified Residential Interior Designer $1995 120 Digital Arts Certificate $5995 360 Event Management and Design $1995 300 Graphic Design with $1795 200 Photoshop CS4 Graphic Design With $1995 200 Photoshop CS5 Training Marketing Design Certificate $5995 360 Multimedia Arts Certificate $5995 360 Video Game Design $1995 500 and Development Web Applications Developer $2395 360 Web Design Certificate $5995 360 Skilled Trades/Industrial/Sustainable Energy Program Fee Hours Biofuel Production Operations $2595 400 Building Analyst Quick Start $1395 60 Carpentry $1595 80 Certified Green Supply $1595 60 Chain Professional Certified Indoor Air $1595 60 Quality Manager Certified Indoor $795 16 Environmentalist Prep Certified Protection Officer $850 50 Chemical Plant Operations $2595 400 Emergency Management Training $1995 300 for First Responders Freight Broker/Agent Training $1895 150 HVAC Technician $3095 320 Natural Gas Plant Operations $2595 400 Oil Refinery Operations $2595 400 Paper Mill Operations $2595 400 Performing Comprehensive $895 30 Building Assessments Power Plant Operations $2595 400 Principles of Green Buildings $795 30 Pulp Mill Operations $2595 400 Senior Certified $2495 110 Sustainability Professional Solar Power Professional $1895 120 Wind Energy Professional $2395 240 IT & Software Development Program Fee Hours 3ds max $1695 300 AutoCAD 2011 $2595 150 AutoCAD 2011 With AutoCAD 3D $3295 230 AutoCAD 3D $1695 80 AutoCAD 3D, Software Included $1995 80 Cisco CCNA $1995 100 Certification Training CompTIA A+ Certification Training $1695 150 CompTIA Network+ Certification $1495 80 Training CompTIA Security+ Certification $1495 80 Training Forensic Computer Examiner $3095 80 Help Desk Analyst: Tier 1 Support $1495 120 Specialist iphone/ ipad (ios) Application Developer $1995 200 Management for IT Professionals $2295 390 Microsoft Certified Solutions $2195 275 Associate (MCSA): Server 2008 Microsoft Web Developer $1995 200 Microsoft Windows Vista $595 35 Mobile and Desktop Web Developer $2995 460 Mobile Web Developer $2295 280 Pay Per Click Marketing $1495 150 Search Engine Marketing $1895 150 Search Engine Optimization $1495 150 Video Game Design $1995 500 and Development Web Applications Developer $2395 360 Webmaster $5995 360 Career Online High School Program Fee Hours High School Diploma With Certified $1295 750 Protection Officer Training High School Diploma With Certified $1295 750 Transportation Services Training High School Diploma With Child $1295 750 Care Training High School Diploma With General $1295 750 Career Preparation High School Diploma With Homeland $1295 750 Security Training High School Diploma With Office Management Training $1295 750 Healthcare & Fitness Program Administrative Dental Assistant Advanced Personal Fitness Trainer Certified Indoor Air Quality Manager Certified Indoor Environmentalist Prep Certified National Pharmaceutical Representative Certified Personal Trainer Emergency Management Training for First Responders Fitness Business Management Nutrition for Optimal Health, Wellness, and Sports Optician Certification Training Personal Fitness Trainer Personal Training & Group Exercise Training for Older Adults Physical Therapy Aide Veterinary Assistant Hospitality & Service Indus Program Advanced Personal Fitness Trainer Casino Blackjack Dealer Casino Poker Dealer Certified Global Business Professional Certified Protection Officer Certified Wedding Planner Child Development Associate Training Child Development Associate Training Renewal Emergency Management Training for First Responders Fitness Business Management Personal Fitness Trainer Personal Training and Group Exercise Training for Older Adults Travel Agent Training 12
Online LEARNING Fee Hours $1795 150 $2795 400 $795 16 $895 32 $1795 90 $995 60 $1995 300 $2595 200 $2595 200 $1895 150 $2295 250 $2595 200 $1895 150 $1995 170 try Fee Hours $2795 400 $1595 120 $1595 100 $2495 160 $850 50 $1395 300 $850 120 $499 45 $1995 300 $2595 200 $2295 250 $2595 200 $1795 200 Business/Professional Development Program Fee Hours Administrative Professional with Microsoft $1995 340 Office 2007 Master Administrative Professional with Microsoft $1995 380 Office 2010 Master Administrative Professional with Microsoft $2395 480 Office Specialist 2007 Training Administrative Professional with Microsoft $2395 460 Office Specialist 2010 Certified Alternative Dispute $2995 240 Resolution Specialist Certified Bookkeeper $1995 140 Certified Global Business Professional $2495 160 Certified Mediator $1795 120 Certified National $1795 90 Pharmaceutical Representative Certified Residential Interior Designer $1995 120 Certified Wedding Planner $1395 300 Chartered Tax Professional $1895 180 Child Development $850 120 Associate Training Child Development Associate $499 45 Training Renewal Entrepreneurship: Start-Up and Business $2095 360 Owner Management Event Management and Design $1995 300 Fitness Business Management $2595 200 Grant Writing $2295 300 Graphic Design with Photoshop CS4 $1795 200 Help Desk Analyst: $1495 120 Tier 1 Support Specialist Human Resources Professional $1795 80 Lean Mastery $1895 60 Legal Secretary $2295 350 Management for IT Professionals $2295 390 Management Training $2295 360 Microsoft Access 2007 $595 120 Microsoft Access 2010 Certification Training $595 120 Microsoft Excel 2007 $595 100 Microsoft Excel 2010 Certification Training $595 120 Microsoft Office 2007 Master $1695 260 Microsoft Office 2010 Master $1695 300 Certification Training Microsoft Office Specialist 2007 $1995 400 Microsoft Office Specialist 2010 (MOS) $1995 380 Certification Training Microsoft Outlook 2007 $595 40 Business/Professional Development Program Fee Hours Microsoft Outlook 2010 $595 45 Certification Training Microsoft PowerPoint 2007 $595 60 Microsoft PowerPoint 2010 $595 65 Certification Training Microsoft Project 2007 $795 60 Microsoft Project 2010 $795 60 Microsoft SharePoint 2010 $795 82 Certification Training Microsoft Windows Vista $595 35 Microsoft Word 2007 $595 80 Microsoft Word 2010 Certification Training $595 95 Non-Profit Management $2295 300 Nutrition for Optimal Health, Wellness, $2595 200 and Sports Paralegal $1995 300 Pay Per Click Marketing $1495 150 Payroll Practice and Management $1795 80 Personal Training and Group Exercise Training for Older Adults $2595 200 Personal Training and Group Exercise $2595 200 Training for Older Adults Physical Therapy Aide $1895 150 Professional Bookkeeping $1895 140 with QuickBooks 2010 Professional Bookkeeping $1895 140 with QuickBooks 2012 Professional Interpreter $995 40 Project Management $1695 40 Project Management with $1995 100 Microsoft Project 2007 Project Management with $1995 100 Microsoft Project 2010 Purchasing and Supply Chain Management $2295 300 Records Management Certificate $1595 180 Search Engine Marketing $1895 250 Search Engine Optimization $1495 150 Senior Certified Sustainability Professional $2495 110 Six Sigma Black Belt $2695 200 Six Sigma Green Belt $1895 100 Technical Writing $1795 80 Travel Agent Training $1795 200 Ed2Go prices listed are subject to change AT any time. 13
College preparation ACT PREP ONLINE POST-GRADUATE ENTRANCE EXAM PREPARATION PROGRAMS FOR: GRE, GMAT, LSAT & Praxis IN PARTNERSHIP WITH: VISIT www.ed2go.com/bpcc FOR MORE INFORMATION & TO REGISTER. Search under College Readiness- Test Prep. ACT Prep Bootcamp Attention high school students - Are you intimidated by the ACT test? Let us help. Bossier Parish Community College will offer an ACT prep course covering all sections of the ACT including English, Math, Reading, Science, optional writing section, and test-taking strategies. Registration for the course does not include registration for the exam. $199 LEDU4429A 8/29-9/19 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Tu, Th D227 Danielle Bullock LEDU4429B 10/1-10/24 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Tu, Th D227 Danielle Bullock LEDU4429C 11/12-12/12 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Tu, Th D227 Danielle Bullock Individual workshops offered for $49 each! Science Reading Math English LEDU4434A 8/24 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Sa D227 Danielle Bullock LEDU4434B 9/28 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Sa D227 Danielle Bullock LEDU4434C 11/9 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Sa D227 Danielle Bullock LEDU4433A 8/31 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Sa D227 Christy McKay LEDU4433B 10/5 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Sa D227 Christy McKay LEDU4433C 11/16 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Sa D227 Christy McKay LEDU4432A 9/7 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Sa D227 Jennifer Igo LEDU4432B 10/12 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Sa D227 Jennifer Igo LEDU4432C 11/23 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Sa D227 Jennifer Igo LEDU4430A 9/14 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Sa D118 LEDU4430B 10/19 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Sa D118 LEDU4430C 12/7 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Sa D116 Looking for a convenient way to improve your skills? Free Online Non-credit Courses Prepare for Placement Testing Study/Practice Brush-up Professional Skills You can self-enroll and work at your own pace to brush up on: Beginning Algebra (Math 098) Fundamentals of Grammar (English 098) Developmental Reading (Read 099) 14
testing center Whether you are a BPCC student, a student attending another college, enlisted in the military, or a member of the workforce, BPCC s Testing Centers provide test services to help you meet your academic and professional testing needs. LOCATIONS: BPCC s Testing Center BPCC Campus - Building D Room 203 318-678-6002 Email: testingcenter@bpcc.edu BPCC s BAFB National Test Center BAFB - Education Building Room 101 318-678-6002 Email: testingcenter@bpcc.edu BAFB National Test Center: DANTES-funded CLEP and DSST exams, Distance Education Proctoring, Pearson VUE Test Center New Test Services: International Council of Electronic Commerce Consultants (EC Council) Certified Ethical Hacker & Certified Hacking Forensic Investigator, International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium (ISC)2 Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP) Credit by Examination: Earn college credit! Distance Education Proctoring: For online courses requiring proctored exams. Workforce Test Services: Pearson VUE, Castle Worldwide, Certiport, NOCTI Business Solutions for Finance, Government, Healthcare, Regulatory, Information Technology, licensure testing for professional associations, Adobe, Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC3), Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS), Quickbooks, Certiprep Practice Tests, Measure Up Exam Prep, Manufacturing Skill Standards Council, National Association of Home Builders and more! National Test Services: GRE Subject Exams, Law School Admission Test, Multistate Professional Responsibility, Examination, and Praxis. QUESTIONS? 15
personal enrichment Personal Finance & Education Credit Reports: Get the Score on Your Score Suburban Survivalist & Preparation You don t know what tomorrow will bring so why not prepare yourself for the unthinkable? Our culture is so accustomed to swiping our debit card for purchases, going to the grocery store if we need something for dinner, talking and texting on our cellphones, but what happens to our society when the electricity and technology are gone for some reason? There are no traffic lights to control traffic, no cell phone service to call your family, no ATMs in service to get cash. All the food in the grocery store will spoil... In the face of a disaster, it is better to plan than panic. Come learn how to plan and prepare for the unthinkable with this course. Learn about solar oven cooking, food storage and preparation, water purification and sanitation, bug out bags, etc. $29 LFIN5059A 10/17 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Do you know your credit score? Do you know what it Th D229 Jennifer Richardson means? This class will teach you everything you need to know to interpret, improve, and maintain your credit How to Use Coupons score. Learn what underwriters look for in making lending decisions. Know how to spot identity theft and to Maximize Savings how to correct reporting errors. It s time for you to take Come learn how to save money on groceries and other items through couponing! We ll show you how to find charge of your number! $29 coupons and match with sales, where to shop, how you LFIN5049A 12/3 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM can combine coupons, stockpiling tips, and how to get Tu D226 Gavin Hamms organized. Emphasis is placed on proper and legal use of coupons for maximum savings. $29 How to Create & Manage a Budget Do you ever question where your money went last month or have trouble saving? This course will help you create and maintain a budget to track where your money goes and make choices about where you want it to go. If you have ever felt lost about where to start working on your finances, this course is for you! $29 LFIN5060A 12/7 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Sa D227 Gavin Hamms Smart Savings & Investments Saving and investing can be difficult in tough economic times and the process can sometimes be intimidating. This course will teach you the basics for how to create and grow your wealth through smart saving and investing and explain the processes, terminology and strategies involved. $29 LFIN5009A 10/9 6:00 PM -9:00 PM W D226 Gavin Hamms Wise Borrowing & Strategies for Repayment This nuts and bolts class is designed to help participants understand the issues of need versus want, how to budget money wisely, the loan process, responsibilities of borrowing, keeping loan debt as low as possible so payments are manageable, and smart strategies for borrowing and repayment. $29 LFIN5008A 9/25 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM W D226 Gavin Hamms LFIN5036A 11/7 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Th D227 Jennifer Richardson Conversational Spanish I A beginning conversational course for students who have no preparation in Spanish. Learn Spanish through useful everyday vocabulary, common expressions and basic grammar. Emphasis is placed on speaking. By the end of the course, you should be able to carry on a basic conversation in Spanish and explore another culture. $169 LLAN4806A 9/9-10/16 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM M, W D229 Odele Penn Online Spanish courses available! Visit our website for more information. English Language Services: English Language Services classes are available, free of charge, to area residents needing instructional support for the English Language, both written and oral. Classes are offered Monday-Thursday 2:00pm- 3:15 pm. For more information, please contact Mark Hux at 318-678-6104 or e-mail at mhux@bpcc.edu. Poetry Writing and Reading This will be a place and a support system for poets and spoken word performers to collaborate with other writers and to showcase their work. Class will be held at The Write Place, 2370 Mill St. in Ringgold, LA. $79 PGEN1003A 10/03-10/17 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM Th The Write Place Robin Sinckler Fiction Writing Workshop Learn the elements of fiction including point of view, plot, character development and the writing process for short stories and Wedding Planning novels. The course will also introduce students to techniques of reading from the point of view of a writer. Section A will be held on Any Budget Don t go into unnecessary debt to pay for a wedding, let at BPCC, Section B will be held at The Write Place, 2370 Mill St. in Ringgold, LA. $99 us help you learn how to plan, prioritize and save with a realistic plan for a dream wedding no matter what your budget! $29 PGEN1101A 09/16-10/7 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM M D226 Robin Sinckler LEDU4437A 9/14 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Sa D227 Dee Poovey PGEN1101B Communication, Languages, & Writing Script Writing American Sign Language Made Simple Idle hands? At a loss for words? Let your fingers do the talking! Come join us as we explore the joy, the challenge, and the richness of American Sign Language. This session is designed for those possessing little or no signing ability. In an environment promoting learning and fun, you will develop a unique way to express yourself. Whether for your own personal enjoyment, as a means to communicate with the Deaf Community, or as a first step in a new career, this class will lend a hand and provide you with the resources to make it happen! $159 LLAN4804A 9/3-11/5 6:30 PM - 8 :30 PM Tu D229 Jeff Rivers 10/26-11/23 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Sa The Write Place Learn the basics of screenwriting by reading scripts, examining films from a writer s perspective, and writing one or more short screenplays. Topics include dialogue, characterization, plot, subtext, and visual storytelling. $99 PGEN1103A 10/2-10/23 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM W D227 Robin Sinckler You Are on the Air How to Really Make It in Voice-Overs Voice-overs are hot today! You do not have to be an actor to get voice-over work, but it certainly doesn t hurt! With such notable talent as Morgan Freeman, Glenn Close and Alec Baldwin lending their voices to commercials, films, and videos, one would think that it would be next to impossible to break into this field. Not so! In this class you will learn about an exciting new way to get around the competition and actually turn voice-overs into a thriving full or part-time business! Students will be introduced the voice-over business by a successful voice-over artist, learn about numerous opportunities available; discuss voice-over technique, the income potential, and the all-important demo and how to have it produced. You will step up to themicrophone to do some practice recording, and best of all, hear the results! Children age 6 to 13 are welcome to attend with an adult. Ages 14 + may attend on their own. $29 PGEN1064A 10/23 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM W D229 Such A Voice 16
personal enrichment Travel & Special Interest Getting More Out of Your Digital Camera Get more out of your digital camera and learn how to take great photographs of family, friends, scenery, etc. This course will include tips and ideas on lighting, posing, Photoshop and Lightroom from a working professional photographer! $149 LART4049A 9/3-10/8 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Tu D118 Steve Lott Smith Also, check out our Adobe Lightroom & Photoshop classes on PG 5! Basic Floral Design Landscape with a Twist Come create unique landscape art with us! $49 LART3002A 9/14 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Sa D207 Anita Goodson Mixed Media Bring a friend and learn mixed media techniques to create unique self-portraits! $49 LART3003A 10/5 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM Sa D207 Anita Goodson Bows for Beginners This class is suitable for the basic hobbyist or those who Scotland: Highlands, Isles and Glens want to become Licensed Florist. You will be provided with everything you need to know to create magnificent Join native Irishman, Brian O Nuanain, for a series floral arrangements with ease. Make several versions of classes on Scotland as we explore its history and culture. Then, it s all aboard for the trip of a lifetime - 11 of bridal, corsage, funeral, holiday and party pieces. days exploring the castles, lochs, mountains and valleys Take home beautiful arrangements after every class. Students will bring $125.00 the first day of class for supof one of the most beautiful countries on this planet ply tool kit and first two classes of flowers. Afterwards in the summer of 2014. (Trip is not included in course students will be responsible for their own flowers and tuition). $79 additional supplies if needed. This course will prepare LEDU4400A 9/30-11/4 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM you for the state floral exam. $299 M D227 Brian O Nuanain PGEN1009A 9/24-10/23 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM Tu, W D207 Lori Bias-Clark All thumbs when it comes to making bows? It s actually fun and easy! Learn how to make various types of unique bows from a variety of ribbons. You will be able to wrap beautiful packages and even make bows for weddings, etc. Bring an inexpensive pair of scissors. $29 Ever want to explore the mysteries of the paranormal while having fun being spooked by the unknown? Here is your chance! Join Louisiana Spirits Paranormal Investigators as they take you through three sessions: a classroom presentation at BPCC for the first meeting from 6:30-8:30 p.m., then a hands on investigation of a reportedly haunted location on Saturday from 7:30 11:30 PM and finally a third classroom meeting at BPCC from 6:30-8:30 p.m. to discuss your findings. Participate in the actual investigation as much as you would like or just observe, you are not required to stay at the Drawing Portraits & Figures site the entire time. There will be indoor and outdoor areas to explore and places to stop and take a break if New daytime art class! Have you ever wanted to learn to draw faces and figures? Then this class is for you! The needed. Participants will need their own transportaclass is open to beginners and more advanced students. tion. $79 Learn to draw shapes, light and shadow, proportion and LGEN4567A 9/12-9/19 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM fabric. Class will not meet on 9/2. $109 Th, Sa D229 John Combs LART4005A 8/26-10/7 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM M D207 Florence Cagle Burlap is the new trend in wreaths! Bring a friend and come learn how to make your own personalized one to show off on your front door this fall! Shannon Gilbert of Down South Decorations will show you how to construct the wreath and adorn with embellishments for a beautiful, finished look. Supply fee to instructor will include everything needed to make your wreath. $29 Paranormal Investigating 101 Are you curious about the fascinating world of crime scene investigation? Check out PG. 9! Arts, Crafts, & Music Beginning Guitar for Adults Intermediate to Advanced Oil Pastel Drawing Do you love to draw? Would you like to increase your drawing skills and learn fun, new techniques? This unique course is designed for participants who have an understanding of basic drawing including light and shadow. Explore the versatility of this medium using various papers and boards. Class will not meet on 9/2/13. $109 Have you ever wanted to learn how to play the guitar? Here s your chance! In this introductory course particilart4003a 8/26-10/7 5:15 PM - 7:15 PM pants will learn to name and play notes in the first posim D207 Florence Cagle tion, play common open chords and use them in songs, read tablature, and find songs and other resources Fleur de Lis Mosaic online. Class will not meet on 11/25 $89. Create your own unique fleur de lis mosaic! Learn the basics of breaking, cutting, arranging and adhering tiles LMUS4923A 10/14 12/16 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM to complete your design. Experiment with colors and Mon D 207 Bill Allen textures to bring your piece to life! $49 LART4073A 11/19-11/21 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM Tu, Th D207 Anita Goodson LCFT4533A 9/24 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM Tu D207 Lori Bias-Clark Holiday Crafts Fall Burlap Wreaths LCFT4200A 9/11 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM W D207 Shannon Gilbert Holiday Mesh Wreaths Bring a friend and come learn how to make your own gorgeous holiday mesh wreath to show off on your front door or give as a gift! Shannon Gilbert of Down South Decorations will show you how to construct the wreath and adorn with embellishments for a beautiful, finished look. Supply fee to instructor will include everything needed to make your wreath. $29 LCFT4202A 11/13 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM W D207 Shannon Gilbert Holiday Bows for Beginners All thumbs when it comes to making bows? It s actually fun and easy! Learn how to make various types of unique bows from a variety of ribbons. You will be able to wrap beautiful packages and make bows for decorating. Bring an inexpensive pair of scissors. $29 LCFT4584A 11/14 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM Th D207 Lori Bias-Clark Holiday Table Arrangements Make your own elegant or fun table piece for any decor. Begin with creating a high end statement by arranging ornaments and then top it off with a fresh flower arrangement that will wow your guests! $29 LCFT4585A 12/4 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM W D207 Lori Bias-Clark 17
personal enrichment Fall to Winter Greeting Cards Bring a friend and learn how to make beautiful, Cake Decorating professional quality handmade greeting cards for the upcoming holidays. Dreamia Toloso, Independent Demonstrator for Stampin Up! will show you how to Cake Decorating for Beginners make 6 cards to send to friends and loved ones. Supply Come learn how to level and fill cakes, ice cakes fee to instructor will include everything needed to make smoothly with buttercream frosting and make and the cards. $29 color buttercream icing. Then learn how to decorate cakes with different flowers, borders, and other decoralcft4204a 10/10 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM tions. Students will need to bring an already baked 8 Th D207 Dreamia Toloso single layer cake and pre-made buttercream icing to class. Recipe included with supply list. $39 Create Your Own Holiday Decoration Bring a friend and paint your own unique Santa for the holidays! Instructor will provide cut-out wood Santa, paint and inspiration! Young kids (min. age 6) are welcome to attend with a parent. Supply fee includes one Santa to paint. $39 LCKG4127A 10/12 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Sa D207 Dee Poovey Parents & Kids Holiday Series: Painting Ornaments Are you looking for something fun to do during Thanksgiving break? Come paint your own unique ornaments for the holidays! Instructor will provide ornaments, paint and inspiration! Children age 6 and older are welcome to attend with a parent or other family member. Tuition is required for each parent/ guardian attending. Supply Fee includes 2 ornaments to paint. Additional ornaments may be purchased from the instructor. $29 LSPT5202A M 8/19-9/9 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Peter Lockwood 9/23-10/14 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM M Peter Lockwood LSPT5202C 10/28-11/18 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM M Peter Lockwood Snorkeling 101 Parents & Kids Holiday Series: Paint a Santa LART3004A 11/26 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Tu D207 Anita Goodson Great opportunity to learn how to play golf from Pete Lockwood, 1 of the Top 5 instructors in the Gulf States of PGA of America for the past 5 years! This class will cover all aspects of the golf game including golf course etiquette, equipment, full swing fundamentals (grip, posture, and alignment), and short game (putting, pitching, chipping, and bunker shots).students are responsible for bringing their own equipment. Lessons held at Querbes Golf Course, 3500 Beverly Place Shreveport, LA 71104. $79 LSPT5202B LART3005A 12/7 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Sa D207 Anita Goodson Are you looking for something fun to do during Thanksgiving break? Come paint your own unique Santa for the holidays! Instructor will provide cut-out wood Santa, paint and inspiration! Children age 6 and older are welcome to attend with a parent or other family member. Tuition is required for each parent/ guardian attending. Supply fee includes one Santa to paint. $39 Golf Instruction (Beginner-Intermediate) Decorating Modern Cakes Do you love the modern square and round cakes with the really smooth, bright colored icing and decorations like polka dots, stripes, and other shapes? Here s your chance to learn to decorate cakes with fondant icing! Learn to color, roll and successfully cover cakes with beautiful fondant another decorating techniques. Students will need to bring an 8 cake, pre-iced with buttercream frosting. $39 LCKG4128A 11/2 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Sa D207 Dee Poovey Snorkeling means pure enjoyment and adventure at the same time. It is much easier than you might think and anyone can learn. This is your chance to experience a whole new world! Snorkeling is a very relaxing and exciting at the same time, and is suitable for all age levels. You may have never thought of learning how to snorkel; but to get the most out of your snorkeling experience, you need to learn the right skills in quality snorkeling equipment. The session takes place at Scuba Ventures indoor heated training pool. $45 LHTH4666A 9/4 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM W Scuba Ventures LHTH4666B 11/6 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM W Scuba Ventures Try Scuba Health, Fitness & Recreation LART3000A 11/25 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM M D207 Anita Goodson In the Try Scuba introduction class, a Scuba Ventures staff member teaches basic scuba skills. The allinclusive class provides beginners with the necessary equipment, including a mask, fins, snorkel, and a total dive system to facilitate the underwater learning adventure. The session takes place at Scuba Ventures indoor heated training pool and lasts approximately 3 hours. The Try Scuba introduction class is not a certification course, but can be used to provide a basic understanding of scuba diving. It is designed to assist you in your decision to become a certified diver through one of Scuba Ventures open water classes. $45 LHTH4665A 10/11 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM F Scuba Ventures NO CHARGE! Women s Self Defense Holiday Cards, Tags and Bags Make your own unique greeting cards, gift tags and treat bags using rubber stamps, paint, markers, pencils, beads, and other adornments. $49 LART3001A 12/3-12/5 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM Tu, Th D207 Anita Goodson 18 Learn the basics of self-defense, attack prevention techniques, situational awareness and how to respond. Please join us for this free and educational class taught by the Bossier Sheriff s Office for college women. Space is limited so please register early and wear comfortable clothing. FREE1003A 8/24 9:00 AM 12:00 PM Sa TBA Bossier Parish Sheriff s Office LHTH4665B 12/13 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM F Scuba Ventures An Introduction to Balancing Chakras Bring a friend or family member and explore holistic healing in this introductory class. Chakras are thought to vitalize the physical body and associated with interactions of the physical, emotional and mental nature. Understanding chakras through empowering inner strengths can help with spiritual and physical healing and promote positive well-being. $49 LGEN4502A 9/10-9/26 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Tu, Th D207 Antionette Zaleski
personal enrichment Beginner Line Dance Line Dance your way to being fit and healthy. This class uses Latin, Swing, Hip Hop, and Top 40s dance music to create the perfect setting for learning and having fun with a group! $49 LDAN4305A 9/5-9/26 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Th D226 Ivon Bean Beginner Salsa Want to learn how to sizzle the salsa? Salsa is described as hot, spicy, zesty, energetic, and passionate. Our beginner class will make it easy, fun, and exciting for singles and couples! $49 LDAN4334A 10/3-10/24 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Th D226 Ivon Bean Beginner Swing Dance Swing is the thing! From the turn of the last century until the present, swing dancing is the answer to having fun and relieving stress! Meet new friends while you burn a few calories. This class teaches the basic rhythm, timing, and beginner/intermediate steps. No partner needed. $49 LDAN4309A 10/3-10/24 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Th D226 Ivon Bean Sewing No-Sew Sleeping Bags for Young Kids Make a no-sew sleeping bag for your favorite little ones! The sleeping bag is made from 2 layers of fleece, perfect for outdoor camping and indoor sleepovers. No crafting skills necessary! Bags fit kids 8 and younger. $29 LSEW5102A 9/28 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Sa D207 Kelly Russell Sewing Basics Always wanted to learn to sew? Learn how to thread that machine, fill a bobbin, balance the tension, and sew a straight seam. This class is very simple and ideal for anyone with the desire to sew. Create a finished pillowcase while you practice. STUDENTS MUST BRING SEWING MACHINE. $39 Crochet for Beginners An old favorite is making a comeback both in fashion and home accessories! Crochet is a great take-along project, come learn how to read patterns and basic stitches to create a scarf, hat and many other fun items. Instructor can teach both left-handed and righthanded students. Additional supplies required. $49 LSEW5123A 8/21-9/11 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM W D226 Cathy Stone Intermediate Crochet: Granny Squares, Motifs and More Create a lap size afghan throw using granny squares and other motifs. Learn pattern reading and how the stitches work together. Students need to already have a basic knowledge of stitches, so this is a great class to take after you ve completed Crochet for Beginners. Instructor is left-handed. Additional supplies required. $49 LSEW5150A 9/16 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM M D226 Salinda Barnard LSEW5150B 10/15 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM Tu D207 Salinda Barnard Sewing Basics II What else can your sewing machine do? Learn to use your machine s setting and presser feet to create beautiful topstitching, finished edges, ruffles, gathers, and pleats. Practice while you create a simple tote bag. STUDENTS MUST BRING SEWING MACHINE and have a basic knowledge of it. $39 LSEW5160A 9/25-10/16 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM W D207 Cathy Stone Crocheted Teddy Bear & Toys With Christmas around the corner come learn out to make stuffed toys for the young and young-at-heart in your life. We will be making a 7 seated Teddy Bear. This also makes a great Baby Shower gift. If you know how to single crochet, slip stitch and a few other basic stitches, you are ready to make crocheted toys. Teacher is lefthanded. Additional supplies required. $49 LSEW5151A 9/19 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Th D207 Salinda Barnard LSEW5151B 10/22 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM Tu D207 Salinda Barnard Beginner Ballroom Experience the joy of ballroom dancing. You will learn to dance the Waltz and the Foxtrot in fun easy lessons and be on the floor at weddings, parties, and get-togethers. No partner needed. $49 LDAN4301A 11/7-12/5 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Th D226 Ivon Bean Pattern Reading Basics Learn how to read a pattern! Grain lines, tissue patterns, notches and dots. Put all of these things together to create a pair of pajama pants. Will discuss casings, hems and elastic. STUDENTS MUST BRING SEWING MACHINE and have a basic knowledge of it. $49 LSEW5152A 11/1 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM F D207 Salinda Barnard LSEW5161A 10/30-11/20 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM W D229 Cathy Stone Interested in teaching a Personal enrichment course? Visit www.bpcc.edu/continuingeducation to submit a proposal. Beginner Country Two-Step See how FUN and EASY it is to learn Country dancing for yourself with lessons for singles and couples. Use your Country dance steps everywhere from nightclubs to weddings, special events and parties. Grab your boots and come on down! $49 LDAN4303A 9/5-9/26 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Th D226 Ivon Bean Beginner Country Three-Step See how FUN and EASY it is to learn Country Three-Step with lessons for singles and couples. Use your Country dance steps everywhere from nightclubs to weddings, special events and parties. Grab your boots and come on down! $49 LDAN4307A 11/7-12/5 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Th D226 Ivon Bean Making Curtains and Pillows Learn the basic formulas and methods for creating cafe curtains, panels, and pillows! STUDENTS MUST BRING SEWING MACHINE and have a basic knowledge of it. $29 LSEW5153A 10/3 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Th D207 Salinda Barnard 19
REGISTER HWY 80 20