Fall/Mid-Fall 2015
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
Fall
September 8
November 9
Mid-Fall
November 9
December 18
Noclasses
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November 24, 25, 26, 27 All schools except Lincoln will be closed Oct 15, 16 for MEACheck us out on FaceBook at: http://www.facebook.com/BillingsAdultEducation
Registration
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Online:www.billingsadultcommunityed.org
See page 64 for more informationPhone: 281-5010
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Table of Contents
Adult Education...
Business Classes...
Business Finance and Accounting...
Certificate & Cert Prep Programs...
Computer Open Lab...
Computer Technology Classes...
Computer & Workshop Classes...
Education Opportunity Center/TRIO...
Fast Facts Page...
Fitness & Health...
Hobby Classes...
Language...
Medical...
Music...
Online Computer...
Paralegal...
Parenting...
PEP/Career Success...
Photography...
Vocational...
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Registration begins Monday, August 10th at 7:30 a.m.
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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
Windows 8
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OPI Credit Courses
Accounting...
Administrative Assistant...
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
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
student 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,
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 participating 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
Administrative Assistant Certificate Program is to provide students with the skills and
knowledge needed to qualify for entry-level administrative assistant positions in
secretari-al, receptionist, clericsecretari-al, customer service/support, and similar administrative positions.
This program is designed to teach administrative office procedures, computer
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Business Online
This course offers a beginner's guide and understanding of Wordpress website
development and maintenance processes, social media platform marketing 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 the
digital marketing world. Students will purchase a domain and install a Wordpress
form, 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 assistants
are trained to assist patients with their daily care. CNA's will assist patients with social and
emotional support and provide the nurses with vital information on the patient. Becoming a
CNA can be a stepping stone to becoming 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 collection
techniques, phlebotomists are trained to handle emergency situations 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 electrocardiogram
technicians, perform diagnostic tests to aid doctors in identifying and treating cardiovascular
problems in patients. Students will learn how to read these tests to help detect irregularities
that may result in a heart attack or heart disease. Common duties an employee can expect
include explaining procedures to patients, monitoring patients' blood pressure and positioning
patients.
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Fundamentals of Dental Assisting
This program is designed to prepare students for employment as an 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
super-vised clinical experiences which will be provided at various dental offices throughout
the Billings area. One book will be required for all core courses. Program Coordinator
& Facilitators: Jim Johnson, D.D.S. & Scott S. Manhart, D.D.S., M.S.
Medical Assistant
Medical Assistants are vital in the day-to-day operations of medical practices,
doc-tor’s offices and other healthcare facilities. Physicians rely on Medical Assistants to
greet and 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 often help with the
administra-tive tasks of running an office: answering phones, making appointments, computer
and paperwork. This training is appropriate for those who have completed the HiSET/
GED or High School Diploma.
An online class is offered for those currently
work-ing as a MA and wantwork-ing to get nationally certified. Call 281-5003 for more
infor-mation.
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 prepare them to take the exam to become nationally
certified.
Medical Transcriptionist
Begin an exciting career to work at home or in a doctor’s office as a medical
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Paralegal
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 informational seminar: 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 physician to examine the patient, performing different modes of electrocardiographylike
lead ekg, or an ekg on a dextrocardiac individual, phlebotomy, IV's, and wound care.
Additional skills required may be patient care skills which may include but not limited to:
range of motion exercises, patient 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
anywhere a pharmacist is dispensing medication. Upon satisfactory completion of the
program, 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
pleted 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 prerequistes to be eligible to take this course.
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.
Fall/Mid-Fall 2015
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 per-form 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 ev-ery business or organization is dependent on a competent office administrator. Come to this 3 hour workshop and learn how you can hold on to your job security. Topics include:
Professional Traits and Qualities
Overview of Operational and 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
Nov 10 Tue
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Business Communications I
Description: This class combines a problem-solving and writing strategy, making it easy to learn the pro-cess of planning and writing high quality, effective business messages that address specific solutions to various situations. Effective communication, guides for writing and good new messages.
Dates Weekday/Time Instructor Location Course Code
Sept 8 - Nov 3 No class
Oct 13
Tue
6pm - 8pm Cathy Manhart Lincoln Room 111 15FCA-002 Sept 10 - Nov 5
No class Oct 15
Thur
1pm - 3pm Cathy Manhart Lincoln Room 111 15FCA-003 Prerequisites: Business English, Microsoft Word or equivalent.
Fee: $120 (Book $75)
Business
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 Millennials. These workplace generational differences create a vast span of viewpoints in how employ-ees treat and communicate with each other. Business etiquette training is necessary to build a successful postive image and demonstrate respect for people of all age groups. Business etiquette encompasses a variety of topics, including dining, approprate 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.
Dates Weekday/Time Instructor Location Course Code
Nov 17 - Dec 17 No class Nov 24 & 26
Tue & Thur
11am - 1pm Cathy Manhart Lincoln Room 110 15MFCA-001 Prerequisites: Powerpoint or equivalent.
Fall/Mid-Fall 2015
Business
Business Online for Beginners-WordPress
Description: This course offers a beginner’s guide and understanding of Wordpress website develop-ment and maintenance processes, social media platform marketing, reputation manage-ment 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 website 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!
Dates Weekday/Time Instructor Location Course Code
Oct 21 - Nov 18 Wed
5pm - 9pm Brenda Segna Lincoln Room B-4 15FCA-004 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: $140.00
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 form 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.
Dates Weekday/Time Instructor Location Course Code
Sept 12 Sat
9am - 11am Brenda Segna Lincoln Room 116 15FCA-005 Required Materials: None
Fall/Mid-Fall 2015
Business
Managing My Money
Description: Do you find it difficult or impossible to get ahead financially? Are you struggling to get out of credit card debt? Don't really know how to create and stick to a budget? This class will give you the tools and more for all these dilemmas by discovering the way to financial freedom through this highly interactive class.
Dates Weekday/Time Instructor Location Course Code
Sept 15 - Nov 3 Tue
5pm - 7pm Connie Genger Lincoln Room B-3 15FCA-006
Fee: $120
Reputation Management
Description: It is an important part of every business agenda to take care of the company digital presence. Companies that don't pay necessary attention, pay a high price in terms of image. In this class you will learn how to monitor and improve your digital presence for your business and provide recommendations on how to improve such interactions.
Dates Weekday/Time Instructor Location Course Code
Dec 5 Sat
9am - 11am Brenda Segna Lincoln Room B-4 15MFCA-002 Fee: $25
Fall/Mid-Fall 2015
Skype for Business
Description: Work better together with instant messaging, audio, and video calling, online meetings, and easy sharing with Skype for Business!
Dates Weekday/Time Instructor Location Course Code
Nov 7 Sat
9am - 11am Brenda Segna Lincoln Room 116 15MFCA-003 Required Materials: None
Fee: $30 includes book
Suit Up: How to Make Your Job Interview Legendary
Description: So you've locked down the interview, now what? This workshop covers the basics of job interview do's and don'ts. Topics covered will include: adopting the appropriate mindset for the position you are interviewing for (research and prepare); appropriate dress, body language and attitude; finally, making your interview memorable so you stand out to your potential employer. Remember, YOU are interviewing the employer for a good fit, too!
Dates Weekday/Time Instructor Location Course Code
Sept 9 Wed
6pm - 8pm Madeline Felts Lincoln Room B-3 15FCA-007
Dec 9 Wed
6pm - 8pm Madeline Felts Lincoln Room B-3 15MFCA-004
Fee: $25
Fall/Mid-Fall 2015
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 prevent you from being able to give a successful presentation or speech. Topics cov-ered 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 manner-isms that can either enhance or inhibit a successful speech or presentation.
Dates Weekday/Time Instructor Location Course Code
Sept 8 Tue
6pm - 8pm Madeline Felts Lincoln Room 213 15FCA-008
Dec 8 Tue
6pm - 8pm Madeline Felts Lincoln Room 213 15MFCA-005
Fee: $25
Fall/Mid-Fall 2015
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. Due to the self-paced nature of this course, completion dates depend upon the amount of time the student is able to dedicate to his or her studies.
Dates Weekday/Time Instructor Location Course Code
Sept 9 - Nov 4 No class
Oct 14
Wed
11am -1pm Cathy Manhart Lincoln Room 111 15FCA-009 Sept 10 - Nov 5
No class Oct 15
Thur
6pm - 8pm Cathy Manhart Lincoln Room 111 15FCA-010 Nov 16 - Dec 16
No class Nov 23 & 25
Mon & Wed
11am - 1pm Cathy Manhart Lincoln Room 111 15MFCA-006 Nov 17 - Dec 17
No class Nov 24 & 26
Tue & Thur
6pm - 8pm Cathy Manhart Lincoln Room 111 15MFCA-007 Required Materials: Book (Level I: $152, Level II: $30, Level III: $60)
Fee: $120
Fall/Mid-Fall 2015
Business Finance & Accounting
QuickBooks Getting Started
Description: The more you know about Quickbooks, the sooner you realize proper set-up is key to reducing costly, time consuming 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.
Dates Weekday/Time Instructor Location Course Code
Oct 12 Mon
1pm - 5pm Carolyn Yampradit Lincoln Room B2 15FCA-011 Fee: $100 Manuals included
QuickBooks 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, memoriz-ing reports, creatmemoriz-ing and usmemoriz-ing budgets, usmemoriz-ing loan manager, and the basics of modifymemoriz-ing templates.
Dates Weekday/Time Instructor Location Course Code
Oct 13 Tue
8am - noon Carolyn Yampradit Lincoln Room B2 15FCA-012 Fee: $100 Manuals included
QuickBooks Payroll
Description: This class is a follow-up to Quickbooks Intermediate. Learn to save money process-ing 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 com-puter generated federal quarterly reports and year end reports.
Dates Weekday/Time Instructor Location Course Code
Oct 13 Tue
1pm - 5pm Carolyn Yampradit Lincoln Room B2 15FCA-013 Fee: $100 Manuals included
Fall/Mid-Fall 2015
Computer Applications
Computer Fundamentals
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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.
Dates Weekday/Time Instructor Location Course Code
Sept 8 - Oct 27 Tue
5:15pm - 7:15pm Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 116 15FCA-014 Required Materials: Optional: Book ($35)
Fee: $120
Computer Applications
Computer Fundamentals and Beyond - 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 Internet. Explore Google apps and the Google Play store.
Dates Weekday/Time Instructor Location Course Code
Nov 10 - Dec 1 Tue
5:15pm - 7:15pm Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 116 15MFCA-008 Required Materials: Optional: Book ($35) If you purchased book for Computer
Funda-mentals you will use the same book for this class. Fee: $60
Fall/Mid-Fall 2015
Computer Fundamentals: Windows 8 Designed 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 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. (60 years and over)
Dates Weekday/Time Instructor Location Course Code
Sept 14 - Nov 2 Mon
9am - 11am Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 116 15FCA-015 Required Materials: Optional: Book ($35)
Fee: $108
Computer Fundamentals: Windows 8 Designed for Seniors
(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 Internet. Explore Google apps and the Google Play store.
Dates Weekday/Time Instructor Location Course Code
Nov 16 - Dec 7 Mon
9am - 11am Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 116 15MFCA-009 Required Materials: Optional: Book ($35) If you purchased book for Computer
Funda-mentals you will use the same book for this class. Fee: $54
Fall/Mid-Fall 2015
Workshops
Computer & Workshop
Beginners overview of the MAC Operating System
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 must bring your own device.
Dates Weekday/Time Instructor Location Course Code
Oct 22 Thur
5:15pm - 7:15pm Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 406 15FCA-016
Dec 17 Thur
5:15pm - 7:15pm Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 406 15MFCA-010 Fee: $25
Coverage to Care: A Roadmap to Better Care and a Healthier You
Description: This class explains what health coverage is, and how to maximize your plan to getprimary health care and preventative services that help you and your family live long, healthy lives. You will also utilize the Health Insurance Marketplace (www.healthcare. gov) and prepare for 2016 open enrollment.
Dates Weekday/Time Instructor Location Course Code
Sept 28 Mon
1pm - 3pm Riverstone Health Lincoln Room 116 15FCA-017
Oct 12 Mon
1pm - 3pm Riverstone Health Lincoln Room 116 15FCA-018
Oct 21 Wed
6pm - 8pm Riverstone Health Lincoln Room 116 15FCA-019
Nov 5 Thur
3pm - 5pm Riverstone Health Lincoln Room 116 15MFCA-011 Fee: $15
Fall/Mid-Fall 2015
Customer Service
Description: This course will introduce concepts essential to providing stellar customer service and provide tips to enhance your earning potential. Topics include: Knowing what customers really want, how to exceed customer expectations, improving your communication skills, dealing with the unhappy customer, and tips to advance your career. Join us for this informative 3-hour workshop!
Dates Weekday/Time Instructor Location Course Code
Sept 23 Wed
6pm -9pm Misty Arneson Lincoln Room 111 15FCA-020
Nov 4 Wed
6pm - 9pm Misty Arneson Lincoln Room 111 15MFCA-012 Fee: $30
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 e-media library collection. Students need to bring their library card. This class will be geared toward beginners, but more advanced users
may learn a thing or two. Bring your device (Nook, Kindle, HD, laptop, iPAD, Samsung) and your questions!
Dates Weekday/Time Instructor Location Course Code
Oct 10 Sat
9am -11am Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 111 15FCA-021
Dec 5 Sat
9am -11am Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 111 15MFCA-013
Fee: $25
Exploring Windows 8
Description: Got a new computer or Tablet with Windows 8 operating system? This version of Windows is more innovative than any other version. Come to this informative workshop to learn the "ins and outs" of this new and powerful operating system. Please bring Mi-crosoft account log in information. Computers are provided but you can bring your own device!
Dates Weekday/Time Instructor Location Course Code
Oct 8 Thur
5:15pm - 7:15pm Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 110 15FCA-022
Dec 3 Thur
6pm - 8pm Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 110 15MFCA-014 Prerequisites: None
Fee: $25
Fall/Mid-Fall 2015
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 apps available.
Dates Weekday/Time Instructor Location Course Code
Oct 24 Sat
9am - 11am Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 116 15FCA-024
Dec 19 Sat
9am - 11am Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 116 15MFCA-015
Fee: $25
Facebook 101
Description: Students will learn how to setup a Facebook account. They will Explore the world of Facebook while connecting with family and friends.
Dates Weekday/Time Instructor Location Course Code
Oct 29 Thur
5:15pm - 7:15pm Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 406 15FCA-023
Fee: $25
Fall/Mid-Fall 2015
Kindle Fire and Kindle Fire HD & HDX
Description: Learn how to maximize the possibilities of your Kindle Fire. 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 be-ginners, but more advanced users may learn a thing or two. Bring your Kindle Fire HD or HDX and your questions!
Dates Weekday/Time Instructor Location Course Code
Sept 24 Thur
5:15pm - 7:15pm Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 406 15FCA-025
Nov 19 Thur
5:15pm - 7:15pm Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 406 15MFCA-016 Nov 21
Intermediate 9am - 11amSat Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 111 15MFCA-017 Fee: $25
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 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.
Dates Weekday/Time Instructor Location Course Code
Sept 12 Sat
9am - 11am Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 111 15FCA-026
Nov 5 Thur
5:15 - 7:15 Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 406 15MFCA-018 Nov 7
Intermediate 9am - 11amSat Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 111 15MFCA-019 Prerequisites: None
Fee: $25
Fall/Mid-Fall 2015
Physician Assistant Student Workshop
Description: This workshop will help all prospective physician assistant students for PA school. The in-structor will be able to answer all your questions and give guidance on what step to take first in the process. She will take the guesswork out of how you can become a PA.
Dates Weekday/Time Instructor Location Course Code
Oct 13 Tue
6pm - 9pm Margia Pretlow Lincoln Room 111 15FCA-027
Fee: $30
Computer & Workshop
Skype: A New Way to Stay in Touch
Description: Learn how to setup a Skype account using your portable device. Eg., Laptop, iPad, Tab-let 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.
Dates Weekday/Time Instructor Location Course Code
Oct 17 Sat
9am -11am Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 111 15FCA-028
Nov 14 Sat
9am -11am Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 111 15MFCA-020
Fee: $25
Windows 10
Description: Got a new computer or Tablet with Windows 10 operating system? This version of Win-dows is more innovative than any other version. Come to this informative workshop to learn the "ins and outs" of this new and powerful operating system. Please bring Micro-soft account log in information. Computers are provided. May bring your own device.
Dates Weekday/Time Instructor Location Course Code
Dec 12 Sat
Fall/Mid-Fall 2015
Self-Paced Computer Classes
Description: Students work at their own pace, using excellent hands-on textbooks written for the adult lerner, to become proficient in the use of various computer programs. No student is ever rushed or held back. A qualified instructor is available to answer ques-tions and to guide students during each session. See Pages 24-27 for topics offered.
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.
Dates Weekday/Time Instructor Location Course Code
Sept 14 - Nov 9
No class Oct 12 11am - 1pmMon Cathy Manhart Lincoln Room 110 15FCA-029 Sept 14 - Nov 9
No class Oct 12 1pm - 3pmMon Cathy Manhart Lincoln Room 110 15FCA-030 Sept 14 - Nov 9
No class Oct 12 4pm - 6pmMon Michelle Gasek Lincoln Room 110 15FCA-031 Sept 14 - Nov 9
No class Oct 12 6pm - 8pmMon Cathy Manhart Lincoln Room 110 15FCA-032 Sept 9 - Nov 4
No class Oct 14 1pm - 3pmWed Cathy Manhart Lincoln Room 110 15FCA-033 Sept 9 - Nov 4
No class Oct 14 6pm - 8pmWed Cathy Manhart Lincoln Room 110 15FCA-034 Sept 10- Nov 5
No class Oct 15 11am - 1pmThur Cathy Manhart Lincoln Room 110 15FCA-035 Mid-Fall Classes
Nov 16 - Dec 16 No class Nov 23 & 25
Mon & Wed
11am - 1pm Cathy Manhart Lincoln Room 110 15MFCA-022 Nov 16 - Dec 16
No class Nov 23 & 25
Mon & Wed
1pm - 3pm Cathy Manhart Lincoln Room 110 15MFCA-023 Nov 16 - Dec 16
No class Nov 23 & 25
Mon & Wed
6pm - 8pm Cathy Manhart Lincoln Room 110 15MFCA-024 Nov 17 - Dec 17
No class Nov 24 & 26
Tue & Thur
4pm - 6pm Cathy Manhart Lincoln Room 110 15MFCA-025 Fee: $120
Computer Applications Open Lab Schedule
Fall/Mid-Fall 2015
Computers/Open Lab Schedule
Microsoft Office
Access
Description: Learn features and functions of Microsoft Access, from beginning to advanced levels. Be-gin with basics of creating databases, tables and queries and 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 23.
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
Description: Become proficient computing business problems by taking this hands- on self- paced course. Topics covered include: Rounding, estimating, discounts, markup, percent, pay-roll, investments, interest, and measurement.
This offering is a Self-Paced Class. Register for any Self-Paced Computer Class listed on page 23.
Required Materials: Book ($65)
Prerequisites: Knowledge of basic math.
Fee: Included in Self-Paced Computer 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.
This offering is a Self-Paced Computer Class. Register for any Self-Paced Computer Class listed on page 23.
Required Materials: Book ($70)
Prerequisites: Computer Fundamentals, Windows, Microsoft Word (or equivalent) Fee: Included in Self-Paced Computer Class ($120)
Fall/Mid-Fall 2015
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.
This offering is a Self-Paced Computer Class. Register for any Self-Paced Computer Class listed on page 23.
Required Materials: Book ($80), Flash Drive 1GB or larger 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, incorpo-rate 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 23.
Required Materials: Book ($65), Flash Drive 1GB or larger
Prerequisites: Computer Fundamentals, Windows, Microsoft Word (or equivalent) Fee: Included in Self-Paced Computer Class ($120)
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 23.
Required Materials: Book ($70), Flash Drive 1GB or larger
Prerequisites: Computer Fundamentals, Windows, Microsoft Word (or equivalent) Fee: Included in Self-Paced Computer Class ($120)
QuickBooks Pro 2015
Description: In this self-paced instructor-assisted course, you will learn to use QuickBooks Pro to create customer 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 23.
Required Materials: Book($85) includes 140-day use of program. Prerequisites: Computer Fundamentals, Windows, Accounting I
Fall/Mid-Fall 2015
Computers/Open Lab Schedule
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 23.
Required Materials: Book (Windows 7-$35) (Windows 8-$45)
Prerequisites: Computer Fundamentals or basic computer knowledge and skilled use of mouse
Fee: Included in Self-Paced Computer Class ($120)
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 23.
Required Materials: None Prerequisites: None
Fee: Included in Self-Paced Computer Class ($120)
Word
Description: Learn features and functions of Microsoft Word. You will begin with the 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.
This offering is a Self-Paced Computer Class. Register for any Self-Paced Computer Class listed on page 23.
Required Materials: Book ($70), Flash Drive 1GB or larger
Prerequisites: Computer Fundamentals, Typing and Keyboarding, Windows (or equivalent)
Fall/Mid-Fall 2015
ONLINE Microsoft Word 2013
This course is provided online with regular feedback from an instructor. The Microsoft Word 2013 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. Begin with basics of creating a variety of documents, from business letters to flyers, prog-ress 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 instructions. After registration, a student may come to the Community Education office at the Lincoln Center to pick up course materials and detailed instructions.
Registration for this course in on page 28.
ONLINE Microsoft Excel 2013
This course is provided online with regular feedback from an instructor. The Microsoft Excel 2013 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 us-ing an excellent hands-on textbook written for the adult learner providus-ing you with very detailed step-by-step instructions. After registration, a student may come to the Community Education office at the Lincoln Center to pick up course materials and detailed instructions.
Registration for this course in on page 28.
Computers/Online Courses
Fall/Mid-Fall 2015
Microsoft Powerpoint Online 2013
This course is provided online with regular feedback from an instructor. The Microsoft PowerPoint 2013 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 be-come 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, incorporate sound, animation and charts. Advanced features include online presentations and collabo-ration. 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. After registration, a student may come to the Community Education office at the Lincoln Center to pick up course materials and detailed instructions; or, for an additional fee, materials can be mailed.
Registration for this course is listed below.
Microsoft Word/Excel/PowerPoint Online 2013
Description: Enroll to complete our popular self-paced computer classes online and learn Word, Excel, and Powerpoint from the comfort of your home. Please see course information on pages 27 and 28. You will communicate via email with an instructor,
Dates Instructor Location Course Code
Sept 8 - Nov 9 Cathy Manhart Online 15FCA-036
Nov 16 - Dec 17 Cathy Manhart Online 15MFCA-026
Prerequisite : Required Materials: Fee:
Keyboarding, Computer Fundamentals, Windows or equivalent See book selection on page 24-26.
$120
Fall/Mid-Fall 2015
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
informational seminar: http://www.paralegalstudies.com/free_orientation.htm.
2015 Fall Program Start Dates:
Thursday September 10 - Thursday October 22, 2015 15FCA-037 Thursday November 5 - Thursday December 17, 2015 15MFCA-027
Paralegal Research $196
An overview of entry-level paralegal research and writing tools. All students will
ac-cess law resources online and at the local library, and write an office legal memo
us-ing legal techniques and current rules of law applyus-ing the same to support a
conclu-sion 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 areas 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
deposi-tion 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
prac-tice 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 and other courses and pre-requisites are required.
Fall/Mid-Fall 2015
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 class-room environment. An instructor facilitates the class and is available for tutoring and as-sistance. 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
stu-dents will have their workbooks audited periodically. This class will also help you prepare for the Phlebotomy National Certification. See pages 31-32 for topics offered.
Topics Offered: Medical Terminology, Anatomy & Physiology, Pathophysiology, Medical Coding, Medical Billing, and Medical Transcription, Phlebotomy , National CertificationTest Prep.
Dates
Weekday/Time
Instructor
Location
Course
Code
Sept 14- Nov 2 Mon 2pm - 4pm Brenda Segna Lincoln Room B-4 15FCA-038 Sept 14 - Nov 2 Mon 6pm - 8pm Brenda Segna Lincoln Room B-4 15FCA-039 Sept 9 - Oct 28 Wed 2pm - 4pm Brenda Segna Lincoln Room B-4 15FCA-040Mid-Fall Classes
Nov 16 - Dec 16 No class
Nov 25
Mon & Wed
2pm - 4pm Brenda Segna Lincoln Room B-4 15MFCA-028 Nov 16 - Dec 16
No class Nov 25
Mon & Wed
6pm - 8pm Brenda Segna Lincoln Room B-4 15MFCA-029
Online Classes
Sept 14 - Nov 9 **ONLINE** Brenda Segna **ONLINE** 15FCA-041 Nov 16 - Dec 18 **ONLINE** Brenda Segna **ONLINE** 15MFCA-030
Prerequisites: Students must have basic computer knowledge. Required Materials: Appropriate book for respective class
Fee: $120
Medical
Fall/Mid-Fall 2015
Medical Terminology
You will study the organization of the body while learning how prefixes and suffixes are
added to the basic word structure. You will also learn to work with both specialist and
case reports. This is a self-paced instructor assisted course.
Required Materials: Book ($50)
This is a Self-Paced Med Certify Class. Register for any Self-Paced Med Certify Class on
page 30.
Anatomy and Physiology
In this self-paced instructor-assisted course, explore various systems of the human body
and how they function.
Required Materials: Book ($85)
Prerequisites: Medical Terminology
This is a Self-Paced Med Certify Class. Register for any Self-Paced Med Certify Class on
page 30.
Pathophysiology
You will explore common human ailments beginning with childhood diseases and
dis-orders and finishing with mental disdis-orders and trauma. This is a self-paced instructor
assisted course.
Required Materials: Book ($115)
Prerequisites: Medical Terminology, Anatomy and Physiology
This is a Self-Paced Med Certify Class. Register for any Self-Paced Med Certify Class on
page 30.
Medical Coding
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 ($300)
Prerequisites: Medical Terminology, Anatomy and Physiology, Pathophysiology
This is a Self-Paced Med Certify Class. Register for any Self-Paced Med Certify Class on
page 30.
Fall/Mid-Fall 2015
Medical Coding – Advanced
In this self-paced instructor-assisted course, learn coding for radiology, pathology/lab,
anesthesia, and different systems within the human body. This self-paced course will
help you review basic coding and prepare for the medical coding certification exam.
Required Materials: Book ($108)
Prerequisites: Medical Coding – Basic
This is a Self-Paced Med Certify Class. Register for any Self-Paced Med Certify Class
on page 30.
Medical Billing and Reimbursement
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
for Medicaid, Medicare, TRICARE, CHAMPVA, and Worker’s Comp.
Required Materials: Book ($96)
Prerequisites: Medical Coding – Advanced
This is a Self-Paced Med Certify Class. Register for any Self-Paced Med Certify Class
on page 30.
Medical Transcription – Essentials
In this self-paced instructor-assisted course, learn to understand various medical
docu-ments while being introduced to the world of medical transcription. Covers procedures
for several different types of medical practices, including: cardiology, trauma,
gastroen-terology, internal medicine, medical imaging, and more.
Required Materials: Book ($90)
Prerequisites: Keyboarding, Fundamentals of Computers, Microsoft Word, Medical
Terminology, Anatomy and Physiology, Pathophysiology
This is a Self-Paced Med Certify Class. Register for any Self-Paced Med Certify Class
on page 30.
Medical Transcription – Advanced
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 imaging, and more.
Fall/Mid-Fall 2015
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, psychological, social, and spiritual issues. Students will be required to participate in an additional 30-35 hours of clinical time along with class time. CPR training will be offered as an optional class. Ask about our new CNA Certificate Program! 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.
Dates Weekday/Time Instructor Location Course Code
Sept 1 - Oct 15
CPR Oct 8 5:30pm - 8:30pmTue & Thur Kari Opp Lincoln Room B-1 15FCA-042 Oct 27 - Dec 17
CPR Dec 2 5:30pm - 8:30pmTue & Thur Kari Opp Lincoln Room B-1 15MFCA-031 Prerequisites: Completed background check, MMR, drug screening, flu shot,
and current TB test.
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 and MMR. Students must bring these documents to the first class. Health-care Provider CPR/First Aid class $55 paid to instructor.
ECG
Description: Students will learn how to perform diagnostic tests to aid doctors in identifying and treat-ing cardiovascular problems in patients. Common duties would include; explaintreat-ing pro-cedures to patients, monitoring patients' blood pressure and positioning patients. This is a certificate program. Please call 281-5003 for more information on additional courses.
Dates Weekday/Time Instructor Location Course Code
Sept 22 - Dec 17 Tue & Thur
6pm - 9pm Brenda Segna Lincoln Room B4 15FCA-043 Dec 8 - Mar 8 Tue & Thur
6pm - 9pm Brenda Segna Lincoln Room B4 15MFCA-032 Required Materials: Completed background check, drug screen and current TB test
Prerequisites: Keyboarding, Computer Fundamentals Fee: $700 (Includes book and supplies)
Fall/Mid-Fall 2015
Medical Assistant
Description: Our Medical Assistant program provides students with practical hands-on training and education 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, Riverstone. There are multiple start dates: Sept 8, Nov 3, and Jan 7.
Call 281-5010 for more information.
Dates Weekday/Time Instructor Location Course Code
Sept 2015-Sept 2016 1 year program
Tue & Thur
5pm - 9pm Desiree Cavan, RNBrenda Segna Lincoln Room B-4 15FCA-044 Nov 2015
Nov 2016 1 year program
Tue & Thur
5pm - 9pm Desiree Cavan, RNBrenda Segna Lincoln Room B-4 15MFCA-033 Prerequisites: MA Application, current TB, copy of MMR, and additional courses
listed on certificate program sheet. Students will need to get finger-printed and bring prints to room 107. This is available at Kenco, 3416 1st Ave. North. Students will need to provide a drug test which can be obtained at: Community Solutions (207 N. Broadway Suite #110, 896-4912) (students must have an ID and bring list of prescriptions currently taking for the drug test).
Required: Students will need to purchase a stethoscope and lab coat. (Instructor will give recommendations).
Fee: $3,700 (includes books)
$25 drug testing, MMR,TB test, $12 background check fee. Health-care Provider CPR/First Aid class $55 paid to instructor.
Fall/Mid-Fall 2015
Medical
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. The program is in partnership with St. Vincent Healthcare, Billings Clinic, Riverstone Health and Shiloh Medical Clinics. There are multiple start dates:
Call 281-5010 for more information.
Dates Weekday/Time Instructor Location Course Code
Classes start the first Tue of every
month
Online Brenda Segna
Desiree Cavan, RN Online 15FCA-045
Classes start the first Tue of every
month
Online Brenda Segna
Desiree Cavan, RN Online 15MFCA-034
Required: Must be pre-approved. Students must come to class for clinical practice on 5 assigned Saturdays (dates subject to change). Students will need to purchase their own stethoscope and lab coat.
Fall/Mid-Fall 2015
Patient
Care
Description: Start an exciting career in Emergency Care. Students will learn how to record vital signs like temperature, pulse rate, respiratory rate and blood pressure; measure height and weight, prepare the examination room to be ready for the physician to examine the patient, perform different modes of electrocardiography; (like 12 lead ekg, or an ekg on a dextrocardiac individual), phlebotomy, point of care testing, IV's, wound care, range of motion exercises, gait techniques, patient protection and positioning. This is a certificate program. Please call 281-5003 for more information.
Dates Weekday/Time Instructor Location Course Code
Dec 1 - May 24 Tue & Thur
6pm - 9pm Brenda Segna, CMA Lincoln Room B4 15MFCA-036 Required Materials: Completed background check, drug screen and current TB test
Prerquisites: Keyboarding, Computer Fundamentals
Medical Resume
Description: Healthcare is a broad job market with demands for many levels of various skills. By care-fully targeting resumes for specific jobs, you can greatly improve your chances of get-ting noticed in the medical job market. This class will teach you how to create a resume focused on the healthcare industry. Students will attend 2 classes.
Dates Weekday/Time Instructor Location Course Code
Can start on any Monday 2 classes
Mon
6pm - 8pm Brenda Segna, CMA Lincoln Room B4 15FCA-046 Can start on any
Monday 2 classes
Mon
6pm - 8pm Brenda Segna, CMA Lincoln Room B4 15MFCA-035 Prerequisites: Keyboarding and Computer Fundamentals
Fee: $30
Fall/Mid-Fall 2015
Vitals
Description: Students will join our Medical Assistant class to learn how to take medical histories and 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.
Dates Weekday/Time Instructor Location Course Code
Classes start the first Tuesday of every month for
4 weeks
Tue & Thur
6pm - 8pm Brenda Segna, CMA Lincoln Room B4 15FCA-048 Classes start the
first Tuesday of every month for
4 weeks
Tue & Thur
6pm -8pm Brenda Segna, CMA Lincoln Room B4 15MFCA-037 Fee: $120
Phlebotomy
Description: Learn to draw blood and the proper procedures for obtaining and identifying patient infor-mation. Students will be trained to apply for certification with national and state registry. (Students will be required to produce a background check which is available at the Police Station (220 N. 27th), or if the student is participating in the certificate program they will need to get fingerprinted at Kenco's (3416 1st Ave. N.). Students will take a drug test which can be obtained at Community Solutions (207 N. Broadway Suite #110, 896-4912), to participate in clinical). Ask about our National Phlebotomy Certificate Program to participate in the Billings Clinic or St. Vincent internship!
Dates Weekday/Time Instructor Location Course Code
Sept 14 - Nov 4 Mon & Wed
6pm - 8pm Marlys PetersonSue Carter Lincoln Room-B1 15FCA-047 Prerequisites: Completed background check, drug screening, MMR and current TB
test.
Required Materials: Students will practice drawing blood on each other.
Fee: $442 (includes book), Healthcare Provider CPR/First Aid class $55 paid to instructor, $25 drug testing (students must have an ID and bring list of prescriptions currently taking for the drug test), $5 back-ground check fee or if needing fingerprints $12.
Fall/Mid-Fall 2015
Adult Education
offers
FREE classes to help adult students (16 years or older),
prepare for the High School Equivalency test, college, or a career. We also offer English
Language learning classes. Our teachers are experienced and certified instruction is
per-sonalized and self-paced in a learning environment that is small, safe, and comfortable.
Daytime and evening classes are available to fit your schedule.
High School Equivalency Preparation (HiSET®)
Montana uses the HiSET as its High School Equivalency Exam. The HiSET is available
to Montana residents who are 16 years old or older, not enrolled in high school, and
do not have a high school diploma. The HiSET is composed of five (5) tests in reading,
writing, mathematics, social studies, and science. The cost to take the HiSET is $50 and
includes three chances to pass all five (5) tests. The HiSET is offered in paper-based or
computerized formats. Adult Education classes can help you prepare to pass the HiSET!
College Preparation
When you apply for admission to a college or university, you may be required to take a
placement test that will evaluate your skill levels in reading, writing, and math. The
col-lege or university you are applying to will use the test results for class placement. If your
test results are below a certain level, you may be placed into remedial classes prior to
being placed into regular classes. Adult Education classes can help you prepare for
placement tests and for success in college!
Career Preparation
Adult Education counselors and teachers can help you create an individualized career
pathway plan. You can complete MCIS assessments to identify careers that align with
your interests, skills and values. You can also investigate post high school education
op-portunities in Montana and other states. Adult Education classes can help you prepare
for a fulfilling career!
Call 281-5005 or visit Room 108 at
Fall/Mid-Fall 2015
Career Planning
The
Educational Opportunity Centers/TRiO (EOC)
offers free career
plan-ning and counseling. Michelle Gasek, EOC Counselor, provides
personal-ized assistance to students exploring post–secondary training
Including:
exploration of certificate, apprenticeships, on the job training, 2 and 4
year college or university programs.
Get FREE assistance with:
Pre-College & College Admissions
Academic, Career & Personal
Financial Aid: Where’s the MONEY
Career Exploration with the MBTI
Assistance with Pre-College Preparation
Call 281-5109 to make an appointment to change your life!
EOC hours are Monday through Friday, 8am to 4pm.
Like us on Facebook at:
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Billings-Educational-Opportunity-Center-TRiO/113796685359252
View online at: http://www.msun.edu/grants/eoc/billings.htm
Fall/Mid-Fall 2015
Personalized Employment Plan
Class
PEP
8am-10am
Session I
10am-noon
Session II
Instructor
Explore Focus
Sept 18
Oct 30
Michelle Gasek
Room 111
Soft Skills
Sept 25
Nov 6
Michelle Gasek
Room 111
Goal Setting
Oct 2
Nov 13
Michelle Gasek
Room 111
Career
Research
Oct 9
Nov 20
Suzette Fletcher
Room 114
Class
Career Success
10am-noon
Session I
10am-noon
Session II
Instructor
Job Application
Sept 18
Oct 30
Suzette Fletcher
Room 114
Develop
Resume
Sept 25
Nov 6
Suzette Fletcher
Room 114
Cover Letter
Oct 2
Nov 13
Suzette Fletcher
Room 114
PEP
is a four session program that will - Explore Student Focus by
tak-ing a Myers Briggs Type Indicator, learn soft skills, set goals and do career
research. If the student would like to continue and work on building a cover
letter and a resume they can also register for
Career Success. Students
will attend 4 consecutive Fridays and register in Room 107. There is no
charge for this class.
Fall/Mid-Fall 2015
Hobby
Hobby
Beginning Acting and an Introduction to Theater in Billings
Description: EVERYONE IS AN ACTOR! Have you thought about putting your natural acting skills
on a theater stage? What's holding you back? Shyness? Lack of confidence? Feeling like an outsider? In this acting class, you will get to explore how actors create characters and build a performance. You'll get a chance to visit Billings' two community theaters and meet local directors while you learn how shows are cast and how to prepare for an audition. We want to create more actors for Billings theater and give you an outlet for your natural acting talent. The instructors are an accomplished actor/director and longtime Billings actor and stage manager who know how the local theatre scene works. Please join us!
Dates Weekday/Time Instructor Location Course Code
Sept 15 - Nov 3 Tue
6:15pm - 8:15pm Craig HuisengaJim McRae Lincoln Auditorium 15FCA-049 Required Materials: The class may attend one or two performances at local Billings
theatre productions as a group. The additional cost will not exceed $20 per performance.
Fee: $72
From the production "Is he Dead?"Photo by Bob Zellar Actors: Daniel Zent, Shad Allen Scott, Gustavo Bellota, Richard Leeds