Registration Information

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Registration

Information

The Lincoln Center - 415 N 30th - Billings, MT 59101

Office Hours: Monday-Thursday: 7:00am-6:00pm, Friday: 7:00am-4:00pm

Community Education Class Session Schedule

Session Dates Class Start Date Class End Date

Winter Jan 11 Mar 7

Spring Mar 14 May 9

Summer Jun 6 Aug 1

No classes: Feb 12th, 15th, Mar 25th, 28th, Apr 22, May 6

Registration

Phone: 281-5010

Walk-in: 415 North 30th Room 107

Online: www.billingsadultcommunityed.org

See page 72 for more information

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Certificate & Prep Programs

Certificate Programs

Accounting I, II, III

Business Communications iPad

Internet & Email Microsoft Access Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office Essentials Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Publisher Microsoft Word

Social Media Marketing Spanish I and II

Conversational Spanish Windows 7/8/10

2 _{OPI Credit Courses}

Accounting...

Administrative Assistant...

Business Management...

Business Online for Beginners (Wordpress)...

Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)...

Certified Phlebotomy Technician...

ECG Technician...

Fundamentals of Dental Assisting...

Medical Assistant...

Medical Coding...

Medical Transcription...

Paralegal...

Patient Care...

Pharmacy Technician...

Web Design...

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Certificate Programs

Billings Community Education offers a variety of certificate programs. Many of these

pro-grams fulfill the necessary requirements for the student to complete the national

certifica-tion in their field of study. Our programs consist of a series of courses to enable the

stu-dent to be a well-rounded employee in their chosen certificate program. Some of these

courses will be to demonstrate proficiency in business math and business English,

com-puter skills, and communication skills. Students are tested to meet standards required for

successful employment and have the opportunity to test out if they can demonstrate the

required skills. If you are interested in getting set up as a certificate student, please call

Barb at 281-5003 or go to Lincoln Room 107 for more information. The certificates and

the courses needed to complete them are also listed on the website.

Accounting

The Accounting Certificate program prepares students for entry level positions in

ac-counts receivable and acac-counts payable departments, payroll units, and financial service

organizations. Students learn double-entry bookkeeping, the practice of journals and

ledgers, preparing payroll documents, and reconciling banking statements. Students will

study theoretical and practical applications of record-keeping and accounting systems

for sole proprietor, partnerships, and corporations. Incorporation of QuickBooks used in

bookkeeping and accounting operations, as well as spreadsheet and database software

programs will enhance employment opportunities. With a certificate in Accounting, jobs

are available in many corporate business and non-profit organizations.

Administrative Assistant

Executive Assistants provide administrative support to officers or executives of a

com-pany or organization. Duties and responsibilities often include arranging the executive’s

schedule, managing correspondence and communication with office staff and clients,

planning events and delegating work to administrative personnel. The objective of our

Ad-ministrative Assistant Certificate Program is to provide students with the skills and

knowl-edge needed to qualify for entry-level administrative assistant positions in secretarial,

receptionist, clerical, customer service/support, and similar administrative positions. This

program is designed to teach administrative office procedures, computer applications,

written communication skills, and the foundation required for today’s successful business

personnel. The student will be prepared to enter the office environment quickly, with a

sense of confidence and ability.

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Business Management

This program is designed to prepare students to assume positions with supervisory and

managerial responsibilities. The courses in this certificate will provide the student with

the skills necessary to develop confidence in supervision, leadership, and management.

Through the coursework, students will use industry standard technology and gain pow-

erful skills in written communications, records management, report writing, business

etiquette and finance to manage an efficient office.

Business Online for Beginners

This course offers a beginner’s guide and understanding of Wordpress website

develment and maintenance processes, social media platform marketing and search engine

op-timization. This course aims to develop the small business owner’s ability to improve their

online presence and create a level playing field for their business in the digital marketing

world. Students will purchase a domain and install a Wordpress platform, create content

for website and learn to update, create social media pages and apps, manage business

online marketing and reputation management, and build strong SEO presence.

Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)

Be an important part of today’s medical health care team as a CNA. Certified nurse

as-sistants are trained to assist patients with their daily care. CNAs will assist patients with

social, emotional support and provide the nurses with vital information on the patient.

Be-coming a CNA can be a stepping stone to become a registered nurse.

Certified Phlebotomy Technician

Become nationally certified by participating in this program. Working in a lab and with

pa-tients can be a rewarding career. Local hospitals have partnered in this program to provide

the students an internship program to prepare for the national exam. In addition to

collec-tion techniques, phlebotomists are trained to handle emergency situacollec-tions and understand

proper procedures in order to avoid contaminating or infecting themselves or others. You

must be 18 to attend this course.

ECG Technician

Electrocardiograph (ECG/EKG) technicians, also known as cardiographic or

electrogram technicians, perform diagnostic tests to aid doctors in identifying and treating

cardio-vascular problems in patients. Students will learn how to read these tests to help detect

ir-regularities that may result in a heart attack or heart disease. Common duties an employee

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Fundamentals of Dental Assisting

This program is designed to prepare students for employment as an assistant in dentistry

and its specialties, including private practice, hospitals, public clinics, and other dental care

delivery settings. Theoretical skills are attained in conjunction with supervised clinical

ex-periences which will be provided at various dental offices throughout the Billings area. One

book will be required for all core courses.

Medical Assistant

Medical Assistants are vital in the day-to-day operations of medical practices, doctor’s

of-fices and other healthcare facilities. Physicians rely on Medical Assistants to greet patients,

prepare patients for exams; and in many cases, perform routine clinical tasks including

taking patient history, collecting vital signs, blood pressure, height and weight, temperature,

and more. In addition, they also often help with the administrative tasks of running an office;

answering phones, making appointments, computer and paperwork. This training is

appro-priate for those who have completed the HiSET/GED or High School Diploma.

Medical Coding

Prepare for a career in physicians’ offices, hospitals, and other health services as a medical

coder. In partnership with local hospitals, curriculum was designed to help educate students

in medical systems, information terminology and assign correct diagnostic and procedural

codes to patient records. The classes permit a student to work at their own pace and

pre-pare them to take the national exam to become nationally certified.

Medical Transcriptionist

Begin an exciting career to work at home or in a doctor’s office as a medical

transcription-ist. In partnership with local hospitals, this curriculum was designed to prepare the student

to translate doctor’s daily dictation tapes into clear and concise documents. Transcribers

are medical professionals who are trained in medical, medication and procedure

terminol-ogy. The classes permit a student to work at their own pace and the opportunity to take the

national exam to become nationally certified.

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Paralegal

One of our online educational partners, Midwest Paralegal Studies, offers this online

Paralegal Certificate Program. Learn about the law, prepare for career advancement or

even law school. The Paralegal Certificate Program is explained in this free online

infor-mational seminar online: http://www.paralegalstudies.com/free_orientation.htm.

Patient Care

A patient care technician works under direct supervision of a nurse performing clinical

skills, recording vital signs like temperature, pulse rate, respiratory rate & blood pressure,

measuring height and weight, preparing the examination room to be ready for the

physi-cian to examine the patient, performing different modes of electrocardiography like lead

ekg, or an ekg on a dextrocardiac individual, phlebotomy, IV's, wound care. Additional

skills required may be patient care skills which may include but not limited to; range of

motion exercises, patient transfer skills, gait techniques, patient protection and hygiene,

patient positioning, etc.

Pharmacy Technician

The Pharmacy Technician training program will prepare students for employment as a

Pharmacy Technician in community, hospital, and nursing home pharmacies, or

any-where a pharmacist is dispensing medication. Upon satisfactory completion of the

pro-gram including approximately 240 hours of experiential training, the student is more

prepared to pass the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) test to become a

Certified Pharmacy Technician. This training is appropriate for those who have completed

the HiSET/GED or High School Diploma and have never been convicted of a felony. This

class will help students prepare for taking the PTCB test. Students will need to apply and

meet prerequisites to be eligible to take this course. Students will need to apply and be

interviewed in the Spring and begin class in the Fall.

Web Design

This course offers a beginner's guide and understanding of the WordPress Platform for

web design and maintenance processes and basic Photoshop for editing images to use

on a website or digital platform. You will gain a foundation that integrates all aspects of

the field including programming, design, e-commerce and infrastructure.

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Business

Business Strategy & Operations

Administrative Procedures

Description: An administrative assistant’s job description has grown immensely over the past few years, mainly because new technology developments make it so much easier to perform more functions within a given time frame. This workshop will prepare students for the vast amount of tasks that are expected from administrative support staff, which makes this employee an extremely valuable asset as the success and efficiency of every business or organization is dependent on a competent office administrator. Come to this 4 hour workshop and learn how you can hold on to your job security. Topics Include:

Professional Traits and Qualities

Overview of Operational Management Functions of a Typical Business Functions of a Typical Business

Daily Duties of the Administrative Assistant/Secretary Introduction to Office Equipment, Furniture and Supplies Record Keeping and Banking

Organizing Work Time Management

Managing Income and Outgoing Communications Arranging and Assisting with Meetings and Conferences Making Travel Arrangements

Stress Management

Dates Weekday/Time Instructor Location Course Code

Jan 7 Thur

1pm - 5pm Cathy Manhart Lincoln Room 110 16WCA-001

May 10 Tue

1pm - 5pm Cathy Manhart Lincoln Room 110 16SPCA-001

Aug 10 Wed

1pm - 5pm Cathy Manhart Lincoln Room 110 16SUCA-001 Prerequisites: None

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Business Communications I

Description: This class uses a problem-solving with a writing strategy making it easy to learn the process of planning and writing high quality business messages that address specific solutions to various situations. Effective communication, guides for writing good new messages will be covered.

Jan 12 - Mar 1 Tue

6pm - 8pm Cathy Manhart Lincoln Room 111 16WCA-002 Prerequisites: English Essentials or equivalent, Microsoft Word or equivalent.

Fee: $120 (Book $75)

Business Communications II

Description: This course is a continuation from Business Communications I and combines a problem-solving and writing strategies acquired in Level I, making it easy to learn the process of planning and writing high quality business messages that address specific solutions to various situations. This course will focus on the effective writing of good news, bad news, persuasive messages, goodwill message, and employment communications. Please bring the book used in Business Communications I.

Mar 15 - May 3 Tue

6pm - 8pm Cathy Manhart Lincoln Room 110 16SPCA-002 Prerequisites: Business Communication I, Microsoft Word or equivalent.

Fee: $120 (Student will use book from Communications I class)

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Business Online for Beginners-WordPress

Description: This course offers a beginner's guide and understanding of the WordPress website development and maintenance processes, social media platform marketing, reputation management and search engine optimization. This course aims to develop the small business owner's ability to improve their online presence and create a level playing field for their business in today's digital marketing world. By the end of the course students will be able to purchase domain and install a WordPress platform, create content for web-site and learn to update, create social media pages and apps, manage business online marketing and reputation management; and build strong SEO presence. Ask about the certificate program!

Mar 2 - Mar 30 Wed

5pm - 9pm Brenda Segna Lincoln Room B-4 16WCA-004

Jun 8 - July 6 Wed

5pm - 9pm Brenda Segna Lincoln Room B-4 16SUCA-003 Prerequisites: Keyboarding, knowledge of computers and Excel or equivalent. Required Materials: Bring a credit card if you don't have a url and hosting.

Fee: $140

Business Etiquette

Description: To be successful in business, one must behave as a professional to be perceived as one. Today's workplace is mixed with Baby Boomers, Gen-Xers, Gen-Yers and Millenni-als. These workplace generational differences create a vast span of viewpoints in how employees treat and communicate with each other, Business etiquette training is neces-sary ot build a successful positive image and demonstrate respect for people of all age groups. Business etiquette encompasses a variety of topics, including dining, appropriate attire, introductions and handshakes, cell phone and texting usage, customer service, and workplace ethics. Students in the classroom today need to recognize the importance of business etiquette for workplace success and need to begin practicing these skills.

Jan 14 - Mar 10 No Class

Mar 3

Thur

1pm - 3pm Cathy Manhart Lincoln Room 110 16WCA-003 Jun 14 - July 7 Tue & Thur

1pm - 3pm Cathy Manhart Lincoln Room 110 16SUCA-002 Prerequisites: None

Fee: $120

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Business

Pay Per Click

Description: Are you thinking about running a Pay-Per-Click ad campaign? Do you want your site to appear in the "Sponsored Matches" at the top of the search results in Google, Bing, or Yahoo? Not sure where to begin or what's involved? Then our Pay-Per-Click course is for you! Ensure your advertising campaign is designed for success from the very first impression. Our Pay-Per-Click course will give you the knowledge necessary to set up, monitor and maintain a successful campaign to promote your website on the various pay-per-click platforms and their network of partner sites.

May 7 Sat

9am - 11am Brenda Segna Lincoln Room 116 16SPCA-004 Prerequisites: None

Fee: $25

Facebook Marketing

Description: Learning how to take full advantage of Facebook's remarkable marketing power can feel overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be. In this course you will learn how to use Face-book to attract customers, turn them into fans, and drive sales. Focusing on the concrete, practical skills you need to harness the full power of Facebook, this course will guide you through setting up, optimizing your company's Facebook page. You will learn how to build your email list via Facebook, how to share, get likes and comments, how to set up a social media calendar and how to create an ad budget and campaign.

Mar 12 Sat

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Skype for Business

Description: Work better together with instant messaging, audio and video calling, online meetings, and easy sharing with Skype for Business.

Apr 2 Sat

Fee: $25

The Talking Dead: How to Avoid the "Zombie Effect" in Public Speaking

Description: Do you have an overwhelming fear of speaking in front of others? Does the thought of

getting up in front of even just one person make your knees tremble? Fear not, as this workshop is designed to help "break the ice" and overcome the mental blocks that pre-vent you from being able to give a successful presentation or speech. Topics covered will include: speaking and presenting in the workplace versus speaking at events or special occasions, as well as the do's and don'ts of talking patterns and mannerisms that can either enhance or inhibit a successful speech or presentation.

Jan 19 Tue

6pm - 8pm Madeline Felts Lincoln Room B-3 16WCA-005 Fee: $25

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Finance & Accounting

Accounting I/II/III

Description: These self-paced classes are designed for students of all levels. Learn the principles of manual accounting through journal entries, general ledgers, and worksheets. Anticipate that each level of accounting will take more than one session.

Jan 13 - Mar 2 Wed

11am -1pm Cathy Manhart Lincoln Room 111 16WCA-006 Jan 14 - Mar 10

No Class Mar 3

Thur

Mar 16 - May 4 Wed

11am - 1pm Cathy Manhart Lincoln Room 111 16SPCA-006

Mar 17 - May 5 Thur

6pm - 8pm Cathy Manhart Lincoln Room 111 16SPCA-007 Jun 2 - July 28

No Class Jun 9

Thur

6pm - 8pm Cathy Manhart Lincoln Room 111 16SUCA-004 Aug 2 - Aug 25 Tue & Thur

6pm - 8pm Cathy Manhart Lincoln Room 111 16SUCA-005 Required Materials: Book (Level I: $152, Level II: $30, Level III: $60)

Fee: $120

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Business Finance & Accounting

QuickBooks Desktop Software - Getting Started

Description: The more you know about Quickbooks, the sooner you realize proper set-up is key to reduc-ing costly, time consumreduc-ing errors, incorrect results and lots of frustration. This course will teach you how to navigate, perform essential accounting tasks and avoid the errors new users often make.

Mar 7 Mon

8am - 12pm Carolyn Yampradit Lincoln Room B-2 16SPCA-008

Jun 20 Mon

1pm - 5pm Carolyn Yampradit Lincoln Room B-2 16SUCA-006 Fee: $100 Manuals included

QuickBooks Desktop Software - Intermediate

Description: This class is a follow-up from Quickbooks Getting Started designed for those who want to learn how to use some of the more advanced features available in Quickbooks. This class covers in-depth material on using accounts receivable and accounts payable, memorizing reports, creating and using budgets, using loan manager, and the basics of modifying tem-plates.

Mar 9 Wed

Jun 21 Tue

8am - 12pm Carolyn Yampradit Lincoln Room B-2 16SUCA-007 Fee: $100 Manuals included

QuickBooks Desktop Software - Payroll

Description: This class is a follow-up to Quickbooks Intermediate. Learn to save money processing payroll in-house. Learn how to set up employees, payroll items, and choose payroll defaults; prepare payroll checks and the related federal and state payroll liability checks; and keep track of vacation and sick leave. This class also covers how to prepare computer generated federal quarterly reports and year- end reports.

Mar 11 Fri

Jun 21 Tue

1pm - 5pm Carolyn Yampradit Lincoln Room B-2 16SUCA-008 Fee: $100 Manuals included

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Computer Applications

Computer Fundamentals- Windows 7

Description: Students will learn basics of Microsoft Windows, working with files and folders, and browsing the Internet. Perform Internet searches, create favorites, learn to send and receive email, and more! Additionally, this class will include an overview of Windows 7/ Office 2010.

Jan 12 - Mar 1 Tue

5:15pm - 7:15pm Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 116 16WCA-008

Mar 15 -May 3 Tue

5:15pm - 7:15pm Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room B-2 16SPCA-011 Required Materials: Optional: Book ($35)

Fee: $120

Computer Applications

Computer Fundamentals- Windows 10 for Seniors

Description: No previous computer experience needed. Come join us as we explore the computer and its capabilities. This class is an introduction to the computer with an opportunity for students to get familiar with the operating system and Microsoft's Office 2013. The class will be hands on with an introduction to email and the Internet. We will explore the world of computers together with hands on exploration. (60yr and older)

Jan 11- Mar 7 No Class

Feb 15

Mon

9am - 11am Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 116 16WCA-009 Mar 14 - May 9

No Class Mar 28

Mon

9am - 11am Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 116 16SPCA-012 Required Materials: Optional: Book ($35) If you purchased book for Computer

Funda-mentals you will use the same book for this class. Fee: $108

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Computer Fundamentals- Windows 7 Intermediate

Description: Come join us as we continue to explore the computer and its capabilities. This class is a continuation of Computer Fundamentals with a focus on the Internet and email. Learn what can be accomplished utilizing email and the Internet. Explore the Google apps and the Google Play store.

Jun 6 - Jun 27 Mon

5pm - 7pm Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 116 16SUCA-009 Required Materials: Optional: Book ($35)

Fee: $60

Computer Applications

Computer Fundamentals- Windows 10 Intermediate

Description: Come join us as we continue to explore the computer and its capabilities. This class is a continuation of Computer Fundamentals with a focus on the Internet and email. Learn what can be accomplished utilizing email and the Internet. Explore the Google apps and the Google Play store.

Jun 7 - Jun 28 Tue

1pm - 3pm Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 116 16SUCA-010 Required Materials: Optional: Book ($35) If you purchased book for Computer

Fundamen-tals you will use the same book for this class. Fee: $60

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Workshops

Business Office Essentials

Description: This course is designed to acquaint students with the activities associated with the opera-tion of a small business. Students will gain a basic understanding of general business, budgeting, leadership, employee relations, marketing, and supervising employees. These skills will provide the student with the opportunities to become more marketable in the business world.

Mar 17 - May 5 Thur

Fee: $120

Consumer Relations Workshop

Description: This workshop will enlighten the student on the importance of good consumer relations in a business environment. Consumer relations involve many facets in the business world. Patron satisfaction along with communication, professional, ethical, and workplace traits all play a major role in achieving success in the workplace. Join the discussion in this informative workshop.

Jan 7 Thur

5:30 - 8:30 Cathy Manhart Lincoln Room 110 16WCA-010

Mar 9 Wed

May 11 Wed

Aug 3 Wed

5:30 - 8:30 Cathy Manhart Lincoln Room 110 16SUCA-011 Fee: $30

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Exploring E-Readers

Description: Learn the basics of using your device to download books and other reading material. You will download materials from the free library's e-media collection. Students need to be sure to bring their library card. This class will be geared toward beginners but more advanced users may also learn a thing or two. Bring your device (Nook, Kindle, Laptop, IPad, Samsung) and your questions!

Apr 2 Sat

9am - 11am Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 111 16SPCA-015

July 28 Thur

5:15pm - 7:15pm Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 101 16SUCA-012

Fee: $25

Facebook 101

Description: Students will learn how to setup a Facebook account. They will explore the world of Face-book while connecting with friends and family.

Feb 4 Thur

5:15pm - 7:15pm Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room B-2 16WCA-012

July 16 Sat

9am - 11am Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 116 16SUCA-013 Fee: $25

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GOOGLE Galore!

Description: Explore the wonderful world of GOOGLE. Learn to use the free apps GOOGLE has to offer. Establish a GMAIL account and use the options available.

Feb 25 Thur

5:15pm - 7:15pm Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 116 16WCA-013

Apr 23 Sat

July 30 Sat

9am - 11am Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 116 16SUCA-014

Fee: $25

Workshops

Home Buyer Class

Description: This course will explain the home buying process in detail. We will cover how to choose a lender, a Realtor and the steps that follow after putting in an offer on a home. This includes home inspections, appraisals, and any other contingencies that need to be met before closing on a home. This class will prepare you for what to expect in the 60 day count down to closing. This class will give you a general understanding of the home buy-ing process so that you are comfortable makbuy-ing informed decisions in one of the largest financial purchases of your life. Come with your list of questions.

Jan 6 Wed

5pm - 7pm Keller Williams Cheri Marie Premier Brokers

Lincoln Room 101 16WCA-014

Feb 3 Wed

Mar 2 Wed

Lincoln Room 101 16WCA-016 Requried Materials: Notebook and pen

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Workshops

Introduction to Real Estate

Description: This course will explain the process to become a Real Estate Agent in Montana in detail. We will cover how to sign up for the required 60 hour course. This includes steps to get your license and how to choose a brokerage once you pass the state exam. This class will prepare you for what to expect when you make the choice to get your Real Estate License.It will also go over the difference between a Real Estate agent and a Broker. The students will come out with a general understanding of the Real Estate licensing process so that you feel comfortable making informed decisions when choosing which brokerage will best suit your new businesses needs. Come with your list of questions.

Jan 13 Wed

5pm - 7pm Keller Willaims Cheri Marie Premier Brokers

Feb 10 Wed

Mar 9 Wed

Lincoln Room 101 16WCA-020 Required Materials: Notebook and a pen.

Fee: $15

How To Create Labels the Easy Way

Description: It's time to send out a large mailing and you don't know what to do? Come to this interac-tive hands on workshop and learn how to create mailing labels from a list of names and addresses.

Mar 1 Tue

1pm - 3pm Cathy Manhart Lincoln Room 110 16WCA-017 Prerequisite: Computer Fundamentals, knowledge in Word and Excel.

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Kindle Fire and Kindle Fire HD & HDX

Description: Learn how to maximize the possibilities and learn the basics of using your Kindle Fire, including navigating, browsing the Internet, downloading and using apps, and using your Kindle Fire as an E-reader.This class will be geared toward beginners, but more advanced users may learn a thing or two. Bring your Kindle Fire HD or HDX and your questions.

Jan 23

Beginning 9am - 11amSat Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 111 16WCA-021 Jan 28

Intermediate 5:15pm - 7:15pmThur Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 101 16WCA-022 Mar 19

Beginning 9am - 11amSat Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 111 16SPCA-017 Mar 24

Intermediate 5:15pm - 7:15pmThur Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 101 16SPCA-018 May 12

Beginning 5:15pm - 7:15pmThur Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 101 16SPCA-019 Jun 23

Beginning 5:15pm - 7:15pmThur Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 101 16SUCA-015 Jun 25

Intermediate 9am - 11amSat Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 111 16SUCA-016 Fee: $25

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Workshops

Learning the capabilities of your new iPad and iTunes

Description: This is a workshop to explore the capabilities and applications of the new iPad. Learn where to start, how to set it up, protecting your privacy, getting it on the Internet, using email, iTunes, using apps, photos, banking, shopping and more!! Take our Intermediate class to learn more of what your iPad can do.

Jan 9

Beginning 9am - 11amSat Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 111 16WCA-023 Jan 14

Intermediate 5:15pm - 7:15pmThur Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 101 16WCA-024 Mar 5

Beginning 9am - 11amSat Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 111 16SPCA-020 Mar 10

Intermediate 5:15pm - 7:15pmThur Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 101 16SPCA-021 May 5

Beginning 5:15pm - 7:15pmThur Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 101 16SPCA-022 Jun 9

Beginning 5:15pm - 7:15pmThur Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 101 16SUCA-017 Jun 11

Intermediate 9am - 11amSat Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 111 16SUCA-018 Fee: $25

Overview of Apple (MAC) Computer

Description: Explore the Mac operating system and learn to manage your computer. Explore the many options that are available with Mac machines. Have your questions answered in this fun interactive workshop! You may bring your own device.

Feb 6 Sat

9am - 11pm Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 111 16WCA-025

Apr 9 Sat

May 14 Sat

9am - 11am Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 111 16SPCA-024 Fee: $25

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Skype: A New Way to Stay in Touch

Description: Learn how to setup a Skype account using your portable device. Eg., Laptop, iPad, Tablet etc. Microsoft's Skype is free software that allows you to instant message and make voice and video calls to fellow Skype users on the Internet for free. Learn the many ways you can share with those who matter to you using Skype.

Apr 30 Sat

9am - 11am Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 116 16WCA-026

July 23 Sat

9am - 11am Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 116 16SUCA-019 Fee: $25

Windows 8/10

Description: Got a new computer and it has a new version of Windows on it? These new versions of Windows ar more innovative than any other version. Come to this informative workshop to learn the "in's" and "out's" of this new and powerful operating system. Please choose either a Window 8 or Windows 10 workshop based on which version you have.

Feb 27

Windows 10 9am - 11amSat Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 116 16WCA-027 Mar 31

Windows 8 5:15pm - 7:15pmThur Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room B-2 16SPCA-025 May 21

Windows 8 9am - 11amSat Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room B-2 16SPCA-026 July 14

Windows 10 5:15pm - 7:15pmThur Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 110 16SUCA-020

Fee: $25

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Self-Paced Computer Classes

Description: Students work at their own pace, A qualified instructor is available to answer questions and to guide students during each session. See Pages 25-28 for topics offered. Com-pletion dates depend upon the amount of time the student is able to dedicate to his or her studies. Some courses require multiple sessions for completion.

Jan 11 - Mar 7

No Class Feb 15 Mon 11am - 1pm Cathy Manhart Lincoln Room 110 16WCA-028 Jan 11 - Mar 7

No Class Feb 15 Mon 1pm - 3pm Cathy Manhart Lincoln Room 110 16WCA-029 Jan 11 - Mar 7

No Class Feb 15 Mon 4pm - 6pm Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 110 16WCA-030 Jan 11 - Mar 7

No Class Feb 15 Mon 6pm - 8pm Cathy Manhart Lincoln Room 110 16WCA-031 Jan 13 - Mar 2 Wed 1pm - 3pm Cathy Manhart Lincoln Room 110 16WCA-032 Jan 13 - Mar 2 Wed 6pm - 8pm Cathy Manhart Lincoln Room 110 16WCA-033 Jan 14 - Mar 3 Thur 11am - 1pm Cathy Manhart Lincoln Room 110 16WCA-034 Mar 14 - May 9

No Class Mar 28 Mon 11am - 1pm Cathy Manhart Lincoln Room 110 16SPCA-027 Mar 14 - May 9

No Class Mar 28 Mon 1pm - 3pm Cathy Manhart Lincoln Room 110 16SPCA-028 Mar 14 - May 9

No Class Mar 28 Mon 4pm - 6pm Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 110 16SPCA-029 Mar 14 - May 9

No Class Mar 28 Mon 6pm - 8pm Cathy Manhart Lincoln Room 110 16SPCA-030 Mar 16 - May 4 Wed 1pm - 3pm Cathy Manhart Lincoln Room 110 16SPCA-031 Mar 16 - May 4 Wed 6pm - 8pm Cathy Manhart Lincoln Room 110 16SPCA-032 Mar 17 - May 5 Thur 11am - 1pm Cathy Manhart Lincoln Room 110 16SPCA-033 Jun 7 - July 26 Tue 4pm - 6pm Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 110 16SUCA-021 Jun 7 - July 26 Tue 6pm - 8pm Cathy Manhart Lincoln Room 110 16SUCA-022 Jun 8 - July 27 Wed 11am -1pm Cathy Manhart Lincoln Room 110 16SUCA-023 Jun 8 - July 27 Wed 1pm - 3pm Cathy Manhart Lincoln Room 110 16SUCA-024

Fee: $120

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Microsoft Office

Some of these courses have multiple levels and will require more than one

session. We will offer many open-lab times to help the student complete

the course quicker.

Access

Description: Learn features and functions of Microsoft Access from beginning to advanced levels. Begin with basics of creating databases, tables and queries, progress to building reports and forms. Advanced features include data import/export, macros, and custom reports and forms.

This offering is a Self-Paced Computer Class. Register for any Self-Paced Computer Class listed on page 24 Required Materials: Book ($65), Flash Drive 1GB or larger

Prerequisites: Computer Fundamentals, Windows, Microsoft Excel (or equivalent) Fee: Included in Self-Paced Computer Class ($120)

Business Calculations/Ten-Key

Description: Become proficient computing business problems by taking this hands- on self- paced course. Topics covered include: rounding, estimating, discounts, markup, percent, payroll, investments, interest, and measurement.

This offering is a Self-Paced Class. Register for any Self-Paced Class listed on page 24 Required Materials: Book ($65)

Prerequisites: Knowledge of basic math

Fee: Included in Self-Paced Class ($120)

Excel

Description: Learn features and functions of Microsoft Excel, from beginning to advanced levels. Begin with basics of creating spreadsheets, use formulas and text, progress to formatting and graphics. Advanced features include data analysis, auditing & collaborating tools, and more.

Prerequisites: Computer Fundamentals, Windows, Microsoft Word (or equivalent) Fee: Included in Self-Paced Computer Class ($120)

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Computers/Open Lab Schedule

Office Essentials

Description: This course provides an excellent overview of Microsoft Office Professional. Students are introduced to computer concepts, Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Internet. This course is designed for the student who would like to get started learning computer applications.

Prerequisites: Computer Fundamentals

Fee: Included in Self-Paced Computer Class ($120)

PowerPoint

Description: Learn features and functions of Microsoft PowerPoint, from beginning to advanced levels. Begin with basics of creating presentations, use templates and clip art, incorporate sound, animation and charts. Advanced features include online presentations and collaboration. This offering is a Self-Paced Computer Class. Register for any Self-Paced Computer Class listed on page 24

Required Materials: Book ($65), Flash Drive 1GB or larger

Publisher

Description: Learn features and functions of Microsoft Publisher, from beginning to advanced levels. Learn to design publications such as newsletters, by placing and aligning text and graph-ics. Have fun with the course while designing creative documents for home or business. This offering is a Self-Paced Computer Class. Register for any Self-Paced Computer Class listed on page 24

Required Materials: Book ($70), Flash Drive 1GB or larger

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QuickBooks Pro 2015

Description: In this self-paced instructor-assisted course, learn to use QuickBooks Pro to create cus-tomer files, prepare payroll, set up inventory and sales tax. Use estimates and time-tracking features, organize data using classes, make journal entries, and create custom reports. This offering is a Self-Paced Computer Class. Register for any Self-Paced Computer Class listed on page 24

Required Materials: Book ($85) includes 140-day use of program.

Prerequisites: Computer Fundamentals, Windows, Accounting I (or equivalent) Fee: Included in Self-Paced Computer Class ($120)

Records Management

Description: This course is designed to introduce the student to the basic concepts of records manage-ment and the types of records arrangemanage-ment, including alphabetic, subject, chronological, and numeric. Students will develop efficient filing systems based on standard guidelines of the Association of Records Managers and Administrators (ARMA) for sorting and storing re-cords. Apply the rules of filing arrangements, understand micrographics, use the computer to process records, and complete a simulation of the filing practices used in business. This offering is a Self-Paced Computer Class. Register for any Self-Paced Computer Class listed on page 24

Required Materials: Book $105 Prerequisites None

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Computers/Open Lab Schedule

Typing and Keyboarding for All Levels

Description: Learn to type, from beginning to advanced levels. Improve your keyboarding speed, accu-racy and skill.

This offering is a Self-Paced Computer Class. Register for any Self-Paced Computer Class listed on page 24 Required Materials: None

Prerequisites None

Windows

Description: In this course, you will explore Microsoft’s Windows operating system. You will navigate the Desktop and practice your mouse skills. You will also launch programs from the Start menu and work with multitasking skills. Finally, you will create, edit, and save documents in Paint and WordPad. Students will learn file management; how files, folders, and drives are orga-nized on the computer and work with Windows search tools and control panel. You will also organize files in folders and subfolders, move, delete and copy files and folders and more! This offering is a Self-Paced Computer Class. Register for any Self-Paced Computer Class listed on page 24

Required Materials: Book (Windows 7 $35) (Windows 8 $45)

Prerequisites: Computer Fundamentals (or equivalent) and skilled use of mouse Fee: Included in Self-Paced Computer Class ($120)

Word

Description: Begin with basics of creating a variety of documents, from business letters to flyers, prog-ress to desktop publishing, create a newsletter, employee policy manual, work with headers and footers, build indexes and references, create a mail merge, and learn how to integrate Word with Excel.

Prerequisites: Computer Fundamentals, Typing and Keyboarding, Windows (or equivalent)

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ONLINE Microsoft Excel

This course is provided online with regular feedback from an instructor. The Microsoft Excel program is required for this course. This course will appeal to all learners, from the computer novice to the learner who has computer experience. It covers the essential information that students need to become proficient in this computer program. Learn features and functions of Microsoft Excel, from beginning to advanced levels. Begin with basics of creating spreadsheets, use formulas and text, progress to formatting and graphics. Advanced features include data analysis, auditing & collaborating tools, and more. You will work at your own pace using an excellent hands-on textbook written for the adult learner providing you with very detailed step-by-step instructions. This comprehensive textbook covers beginning, intermediate and ad-vanced levels of Excel. Completion of all three levels is required for certificate programs. The student can anticipate more than one session to complete all three levels. After registration, a student may come to the Community Education office at the Lincoln Center to pick up course materials and detailed instructions. If you live out of town and need the book mailed, there will be an additional fee. Please select either 2010 or 2013.

Registration for this course is on page 30.

ONLINE Microsoft Powerpoint 2013

This course is provided online with regular feedback from an instructor. The Microsoft Powerpoint 2013 program is required fo this course. This course will appeal to all learners, from the computer novice to the learner who has computer experience. It covers the essential information that students need to become proficient in this computer program. Learn features and functions of Microsoft Powerpoint, from beginning to advanced levels. Begin with basics of creating presentations, use templates and clip art, incorportate sound, animation and charts. Advanced features include online presentations and collaboration. You will work at your own pace using an excellent hands-on textbook written for the adult learner providing you with very detailed step-by-step instructions. This comprehensive textbook covers beginning, intermediate and advanced levels of Powerpoint. Completion of all three levels is required for certificate programs. The student should anticipate more than one session to complete the three levels. After registration, a student may come to the Community Education office at the Lincoln Center to pick up course materials and de-tailed instructions. If you live out of town and need the book mailed, there will be an additional fee. Registration for this course is on page 30.

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ONLINE Microsoft Word

This course is provided online with regular feedback from an instructor. The Microsoft Word pro-gram is required for this course. This course will appeal to all learners, from the computer novice to the learner who has computer experience. It covers the essential information that students need to become proficient in this computer program. Begin with basics of creating a variety of documents, from business letters to flyers, progress to desktop publishing, create a newsletter, an employee policy manual, work with headers and footers, build indexes and references, create a mail merge, and learn how to integrate Word with Excel. You will work at your own pace using an excellent hands-on textbook written for the adult learner providing you with very detailed step-by-step instruc-tions. This comprehensive textbook covers beginning, intermediate and advanced levels of Word. Completion of all three levels is required for certificate programs. The student should anticipate more than one session to complete the three levels. After registration, a student may come to the Com-munity Education office at the Lincoln Center to pick up course materials and detailed instructions. If you live out of town and need the book mailed there will be an additional fee. Please select either 2010 or 2013.

Microsoft Excel or Powerpoint or Word Online

Description: Enroll to complete our popular self-paced computer classes online and learn Excel, Powerpoint, or Word from the comfort of your home. Please see course informa-tion under self-paced Microsoft Office course descripinforma-tions on pages 29, 30. You will communicate via email with an instructor.

Dates Instructor Location Course Code

Jan 11 - Mar 4 Cathy Manhart Online 16WCA-035

Mar 14 - May 6 Cathy Manhart Online 16SPCA-034

Jun 9- July 29 Cathy Manhart Online 16SUCA-025

Prerequisite : Required Materials: Fee:

Keyboarding,Computer Fundamentals, Windows or equivalent Book selection pages 25-28.

$120

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Legal

Paralegal

One of our online educational partners, Midwest Paralegal Studies, offers this online

Para-legal Certificate Program. Learn about the law, prepare for career advancement or even

law school. The Paralegal Certificate Program is explained in this free online informational

seminar: http://www.paralegalstudies.com/free_orientation.htm.

2016 Program Start Dates:

Thursday February 4 - Thursday March 17, 2016 16WCA-036 Thursday April 7 - Thursday May 19, 2016 16SPCA-035 Thursday June 2 - Thursday July 14, 2016 16SUCA-026

Paralegal Research $196

An overview of entry-level paralegal research and writing tools. All students will access law

resources online and at the local library, and write an office legal memo using legal

tech-niques and current rules of law applying the same to support a conclusion based upon the

IRAC reasoning technique. All work must be submitted online.

Paralegal Jurisprudence $196

An overview of the paralegal profession including many of the more popular entry-level

ar-eas of legal specialization (family, corporate, probate, real estate and many others). Select

and pursue at least one specialty area and write a report for career development. Each

student will also be required to take weekly quizzes and a final exam online.

Paralegal Litigation $196

An overview of litigation and trial support used by entry level practicing paralegals. Visit a

local court system and investigate the procedures of pre-trial, trial, post-trial and appeals.

Make a presentation of the court visit and complete a selected deposition abstract online.

Paralegal Management $196

An overview of the paralegal office manager at work. Network/mentor with an entry level,

practicing paralegal in the field and acquire information on the organization of law firms,

corporations and/or government legal departments in order to complete a presentation for

class.

Paralegal Career $196

An overview of paralegal job search/portfolio method will help you identify special legal

skills that are part of your unique niche in the paralegal market. Compose a 15-section

paralegal career portfolio and explore three job leads in a local law practice in order to

complete a class presentation.

NOTE: Must be a high school or HiSET/GED graduate and contact instructor Mr. Zoran

Perovanovich, prior to registration, at

[email protected]. This is a certificate program

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Med Certify Classes: Open Labs and Online Classes Available

Description: This is a self-paced class in which students learn through computer modules in a classroom environment. The students must have computer knowledge. An instructor facilitates the class and is available for tutoring and assistance. Due to the self-paced nature of these labs, completion dates depend upon the amount of time the student is able to dedicate to his or her studies. Online students will have their workbooks audited periodically. This class will also help you prepare for the Phlebotomy Certification. See pages 33-35 for topics of-fered.

Topics Offered: Medical Terminology, Anatomy & Physiology, Pathophysiology, Medical Coding, Medical Bill-ing, and Medical Transcription, Phlebotomy Test Prep.

Jan 11 - Mar 7 Mon 2pm - 4pm Brenda Segna Lincoln Room B-4 16WCA-037 Jan 11 - Mar 7 Mon 6pm - 8pm Brenda Segna Lincoln Room B-4 16WCA-038 Jan 13 - Mar 2 Wed 2pm - 4pm Brenda Segna Lincoln Room B-4 16WCA-039 Mar 14 - May 9 Mon 2pm - 4pm Brenda Segna Lincoln Room B-4 16SPCA-036 Mar 14 - May 9 Mon 6pm - 8pm Brenda Segna Lincoln Room B-4 16SPCA-037 Mar 16 - May 4 Wed 2pm - 4pm Brenda Segna Lincoln Room B-4 16SPCA-038 Jun 6 - Aug 1 Mon 2pm - 4pm Brenda Segna Lincoln Room B-4 16SUCA-027 Jun 6 - Aug 1 Mon 6pm - 8pm Brenda Segna Lincoln Room B-4 16SUCA-028 Jun 8 - July 27 Wed 2pm - 4pm Brenda Segna Lincoln Room B-4 16SUCA-029

Jan 11 - Mar 7 **ONLINE** Brenda Segna **ONLINE** 16WCA-040

Mar 14 - May 9 **ONLINE** Brenda Segna **ONLINE** 16SPCA-039

Jun 6 - Aug 1 **ONLINE** Brenda Segna **ONLINE** 16SUCA-030

Prerequisites: Computer Fundamentals (or equivalent) Required Materials: Appropriate book for respective class

Fee: $120

Medical

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Medical

Some of these courses have multiple levels and will require more than one

session. We try to offer many open-lab times to help the student complete

the course quicker.

Medical Terminology

Description: You will study the organization of the body while learning how prefixed and suffices are added to the basic word structure. You will also learn how to work with both specialist and case reports in this self-paced instructor assisted course.

This is a Self-Paced Med Certify Class. Register for any Self-Paced Med Certify Class on page 32

Required Materials: Book ($50)

Prerequisites: Keyboarding, Computer Fundamentals

Fee: Included in Self-Paced Med Certify Class ($120)

Anatomy and Physiology

Description: In this self-paced instructor assisted course, explore various systems of the human body and how they function.

Prerequisites: Keyboarding, Computer Fundamentals, Medical Terminology Fee: Included in Self-Paced Med Certify Class ($120)

Pathophysiology

Description: You will explore common human ailments beginning with childhood diseases and disor-ders and finishing with mental disordisor-ders and trauma.This is a self-paced instructor assisted course.

Prerequisites: Keyboarding, Computer Fundamentals, Medical Terminology and Anatomy and Physiology

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Medical

Medical Coding

Description: In this self-paced instructor assisted course, learn medical coding, CPT, medicine, ICD 10CM, and third-party reimbursement.

Required Materials: Book ($130), ICD-10 Coding Kit ($299)

Prerequisites: Keyboarding, Computer Fundamentals, Medical Terminology and Anat-omy and Physiology, Pathophysiology

Medical Coding – Advanced

Description: In this self-paced instructor assisted course, learn coding for radiology, pathology/lab, anesthesia, and different systems within the human body. This course will help you review basic coding and prepare for the medical coding certification exam.

Required Materials: Book $(108) Prerequisites: Medical Coding

Medical Billing and Reimbursement

Description: In this self-paced instructor assisted course, learn to file paperwork with insurance com-panies, while maintaining documentation and medical records. Level 2 will cover billing and Medicade, Medicare, TRICARE, CHAMPVA and Worker's Comp.

Prerequisites: Medical Coding- Advanced

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Medical

Medical Transcription – Essentials

Description: In this self-paced instructor assisted course, learn advanced word processing tech-niques while practicing exercises for different types of medical practices, including: cardiology, trauma, gastroenterology, internal medicine, medical imagaging and more.

Prerequisites: Keyboarding, Computer Fundamentals, Terminology, Anatomy & Physiology and Pathophysiology

Medical Transcription – Advanced

Description: In this self-paced instructor lead course, learn advanced word processing techniques while practicing exercises for different types of medical practices, inclduing: cardiology, trauma, gastroenterology, internal medicine, medical imagaging and more.

Prerequisites: Keyboarding, Computer Fundamentals, Terminology, Anatomy & Physiology and Pathophysiology

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Medical

CNA

Description: This Certified Nursing Assistant course presents facts and skills to prepare students to enter the medical profession with a greater understanding of a wide range of physical, psycho-logical, social, and spiritual issues. Students will be required to participate in an additional 30-35 hours of clinical time. Ask about our new CNA Certificate Program!

Jan 12 - Feb 25 Tue & Thur

5:30pm - 8:30pm Kari Opp Lincoln Room B-1 16WCA-041 Mar 15 - Apr 28 Tue & Thur

5:30pm - 8:30pm Kari Opp Lincoln Room B-1 16SPCA-040 Jun 7 - July 21 Tue & Thur

5:30pm - 8:30pm Kari Opp Lincoln Room B-1 16SUCA-031 Prerequisites: Students will be required to produce a background check which is

avail-able at the Police Station 220 N. 27th and take a drug test which can be obtained at Community Solutions 207 N. Broadway Suite #110, 896-4912 to participate in clinical. Must have current TB, copy of MMR, and Flu shot. Bring copies of documents in a sealed envelope to room 107. Required Materials: Students will need to purchase scrubs to wear for clinicals.

Fee: $483 (includes book and testing fee), $25 drug testing (students must have an ID and bring list of prescriptions currently taking for the drug test), $5 background check fee. Current TB, Flu Shot and MMR. Op-tional CPR/First Aid class. $55 paid to instructor. CPR dates: Jan 27, Mar 24, Jun 22

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ECG

Description: Students will learn how to perform diagnostic tests to aid doctors in iidentifying and treating cardiovascular problems in patients. Common duties would include explaining procedures to patients, monitoring patients' blood pressure and positioning patients. This is a certificate program. Please call 281-5003 for more information on additional courses.

Jan 12 - Mar 31 Tue & Thur

6pm - 9pm Brenda Segna Lincoln Room B-4 16WCA-042 Apr 12 - Jun 29 Tue & Thur

6pm - 9pm Brenda Segna Lincoln Room B-4 16SPCA-041 Required Materials: Completed background check, drug screen and current TB test. Bring

documents in sealed envelope to room 107. Prerequisites: Keyboarding, Computer Fundamentals

Fee: $700

Medical

Fundamentals of Dental Assisting

Description: This program is designed to prepare students for employment as a Dental Assistant in den-tistry and its specialties, including private practice, hospitals, public clinics, and other dental care delivery settings. Theoretical skills are attained in conjunction with supervised clinical experiences. Clinical experience will be provided at various dental offices throughout the Billings area approximately 50hrs. There are additional courses to take that are a part of the program. See Barb in Lincoln Room 107.

Dates Weekday/Time Instructor Location Course Code

Jan 11 - May 4 No class Feb 15, Mar 28

Mon & Wed

6pm - 8pm Scott Manhart, DDS, M.S.Jim Johnson, DDS Lincoln Room 111 16WCA-043 Prerequisites: Students will be required to produce a background check which

is available at the Police Station 220 N. 27th and take a drug test which can be obtained at Community Solutions 207 N. Broadway Suite #110, 896-4912 to participate in clinical and current TB test. Bring documents in sealed envelope to Room 107.

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Medical Assistant

Description: Our Medical Assistant program provides students with practical hands-on training and ed-ucation in pharmacology, laboratory procedures, medical law, patient care, and the health sciences, which makes them capable of filling a diverse range of duties in the healthcare industry. Program is in partnership with St. Vincent Healthcare, Billings Clinic, and River-stone Healthcare. This is a year long program which has multiple start dates: Jan 5, Mar 1, Apr 12, Jun 7. Call 281-5010 for more information.

Jan 5

2016-Jan 5, 2017 Tue & Thur 5pm - 9pm Brenda Segna, CMADesiree Cavan, RN Lincoln Room B-4 16WCA-044MA Prerequisites: MA Application, current TB, Hep B, copy of MMR, and additional

courses listed on the certificate program sheet available online or in room 107. Students will need to get fingerprinted and bring form back to room 107. This can be done at Kenco, 3416 1st Ave. North. Stu-dents will need to provide a drug screen test which can be obtained at: Community Solutions (207 N. Broadway Suite #110. 896-4912) (stu-dents must have an ID and bring list of prescriptions currently taking for the drug test).

Required: Students will need to purchase a stethoscope and a lab coat. (Instruc-tor will give recommendations).

Fee: $3,700 (includes books)

$25 drug testing, MMR,TB test, $12 background check fee. Students must bring these documents sealed in envelope to room 107. Optional CPR/First Aid class $55 paid to instructor. CPR dates: Jan 27, Mar 24, Jun 22

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Medical Assistant Online

Description: If you are currently working as a MA and want to get your CMA with the NCCA then this class is for you. This class is offered to any MA employee of any clinic. This is a 9-month program that has multiple start-up dates. Call 281-5003 for more information. Registration available the first Tuesday of every month.

Jan 5

2016-Jan 5, 2017 Tue & Thur 5pm - 9pm Brenda Segna, CMADesiree Cavan, RN Online 16WCA-045 Mar 15,

2016-Mar 15, 2017 Tue & Thur 5pm - 9pm Brenda Segna, CMADesiree Cavan, RN Online 16SPCA-042 Jun 7

2016-Jun 7, 2017 Tue & Thur 5pm - 9pm Brenda Segna, CMADesiree Cavan, RN Online 16SUCA-032 Required: Students must come to class for clinical practice on 5 assigned Saturdays

(dates subject to change). Students will need to purchase their own stetho-scope and lab coat.

Prerequisites: Student must be currently working as an MA. Fee: $3700 (Includes books)

Medical Resume

Description: Healthcare is a broad job market with demands for many levels of various skills. By carefully targeting resumes for specific jobs, you can greatly improve your chances of getting noticed in the medical job market. This class will teach you how to create a resume focused on the healthcare industry. Students will need to attend 2 classes.

Can start on any

Monday 6pm - 8pmMon Brenda Segna, CMA Lincoln Room B-4 16WCA-046 Can start on any

Monday 6pm - 8pmMon Brenda Segna, CMA Lincoln Room B-4 16SPCA-043 Can start on any

Monday 6pm - 8pmMon Brenda Segna, CMA Lincoln Room B-4 16SUCA-033 Required Materials: None

Prerequisites: Keyboarding and Computer Fundamentals Fee: $30

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Medical

Phlebotomy

Description: Learn to draw blood and the proper procedures for obtaining and identifying patient infor-mation. You will be trained to apply for certification with national and state registry. Ask about our National Phlebotomy Certificate Program to participate in the Billings Clinic or St. Vincent internship!

Jan 11 -Mar 7 No Class

Feb 15

Mon & Wed

6pm - 8pm Marlys PetersonSue Carter Lincoln Room B-1 16WCA-047 Mar 14 - May 9

No class Mar 28 Mon & Wed6pm - 8pm Marlys PetersonSue Carter Lincoln Room B-1 16SPCA-044 Jun 6 - Aug 1

No Class July 4

Mon & Wed

6pm - 8pm Marlys PetersonSue Carter Lincoln Room B-1 16SUCA-034 Prerequistes: Completed background check, drug screening, MMR and current

TB test. (Students will be required to produce a background check which is available at the Police Station 220 N. 27th and take a drug test which can be obtained at Community Solutions 207 N. Broadway Suite #110, 896-4912, to participate in clinical).

Required Materials: Students will be drawing blood on each other.

Fee: $442 (includes book), Drug testing $25 (students must have an ID and bring list of prescriptions currently taking for the drug test), $5 back-ground check fee. OptionalCPR/First Aid class $55 paid to instructor. CPR dates: Jan 27, Mar 24, Jun 22

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Vitals

Description: Students will join our Medical Assistant class to learn how to take medical histories, record vital signs, blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respirations and O2. Learn normal ranges and what to look for when a patient is in distress. Students will also prepare for the National Phlebotomy test. Students will attend 4 weeks.

Classes start the first Tuesday of

every month

Tue & Thur

6pm - 9pm Brenda Segna, CMA Lincoln Room B-4 16WCA-048 Classes start the

first Tuesday of every month

Tue & Thur

6pm - 9pm Brenda Segna, CMA Lincoln Room B-4 16SPCA-045 Classes start the

first Tuesday of every month

Tue & Thur

6pm - 9pm Brenda Segna, CMA Lincoln Room B-4 16SUCA-035 Required Materials: None

Fee: $125 (Includes handouts)

Registration Information

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Registration

Information

The Lincoln Center - 415 N 30th - Billings, MT 59101

Office Hours: Monday-Thursday: 7:00am-6:00pm, Friday: 7:00am-4:00pm

Community Education Class Session Schedule

Registration

Phone: 281-5010

Walk-in: 415 North 30th Room 107

Online: www.billingsadultcommunityed.org

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Adult Education...

Business Classes...

Business Finance and Accounting...

Certificate & Cert Prep Programs...

Computer Open-Lab classes...

Computer Technology Classes...

Computer & Workshop Classes...

Education Opportunity Center/TRIO...

Fast Facts Page...

Fitness & Health...

Hobby Classes...

Language ...

Medical...

Music...

Online Computer...

PEP/Career Success...

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Certificate Programs

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OPI Credit Courses

Accounting...

Administrative Assistant...

Business Management...

Business Online for Beginners (Wordpress)...

Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)...

Certified Phlebotomy Technician...

ECG Technician...

Fundamentals of Dental Assisting...

Medical Assistant...

Medical Coding...

Medical Transcription...

Paralegal...

Patient Care...

Pharmacy Technician...

Web Design...

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