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2011 Fall Schedule

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Real Estate Courses – page 1 Travel & Tourism – page 3 Massage Therapy CE – page 8 Business & Leadership – page 18 Small Business Workshops – page 26

July 2011 – Volume 17, No. 3

Successful Leadership:

A Practical Approach for Developing Successful & Loyal Employees Join us for breakfast and leave as a role model for your organization! Ed Hendricks, renowned leadership expert, will provide an overview of what it takes to be an effective, versatile leader. Put your new skills into practice as soon as you return to work! Friday, September 16 7:30 – 9:30 a.m. Grayslake Campus | Room T326 Cost: $29 (includes breakfast)

Looking for Personal Enrichment and Leisure courses? Visit www.clcillinois.edu/pdfschedule/noncredit.asp

Get on the road to a better career. Truck Driver Training (See page 13.)

To register or for more information, call (847) 543-2615 Space is limited. Registration deadline - September 9.

Fall Info Sessions 6 to 8 p.m. / Room T334 Thursday, August 25 Thursday, September 29 Monday, October 24

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What’s New for Fall New courses, new careers, new instructors from Continuing Professional Development

Instructors Courses • Supervisory and Leadership Certificate – this online course provides practical, easy to understand, and insightful methods for both new and experienced supervisors and managers. Details on page 19. • Basics of Supply Chain Management – Learn the basic definitions and concepts for planning and controlling the flow of materials into, through, and out of an organization. Details on page 23. • Proofreading Shortcuts – professional success is directly related to effective written communication. Learn detailed writing tips with a “big picture” perspective. Details on page 20. • Propane Conversion for Small Engines – Landscape and lawn care professionals will benefit from this step-by-step, how-to-do-it-yourself session. Learn to convert small- to mid-sized gasoline engines to clean, efficient propane. Details on page 14.

Careers • Travel and Tourism – Today’s travelers have a high level of sophistication making careers in travel and tourism more complex. This new and innovative online certificate program offers you industry-based professional courses to prepare you for employment in this global arena. Details on page 3. • Spanish Interpreter: Legal II – this new course to the Certified Spanish Interpreter program emphasizes additional vocabulary, legal terminology, interpretation techniques and court room diplomacy. Details on page 4. • Wedding Planning – Learn the current industry trends and how to plan the dream wedding – within budget - for each of your clients. Details on page 2.

• Damon Fazio, ND, RPE, RPP, LMT – is a naturopathic doctor, Registered Polarity Educator and Practitioner, and Licensed Massage Therapist and teaches the massage therapy continuing education classes. Licensed Massage Therapists are required to complete 24 hours of continuing education every two years. Course details on page 8. • Michelle Turcotte, MS, RD, LDN/CD, NASM-CPT – teaches Nutrition over the Lifecycle series. Students will learn the nutrient concerns, challenges and needs unique to each phase of the lifecycle from birth to the “Golden Years.” Course details on page 6. • Gilbert Velez – teaches the 10-hour OSHA safety course for general industry. With over 28 years of experience in the environmental, industrial, and emergency response fields, Velez will prepare class participants to recognize, control, and abate hazards they are confronted with on jobsites. Course details on page 13.

Advance your skills; advance your future with a course from Continuing Professional Development this fall. wpdi.clcillinois.edu/professional | (847) 543-2615

1. Submit a Student Admission Form New students and students who have not attended classes in two years must submit a Student Admission Form in one of two ways: INTERNET: www.clcillinois.edu/applyconted.asp IN PERSON: At the Admissions and Records Office Room B101on the Grayslake Campus

Refund information: 2. Obtain CLC ID Number and Create myLogin Allow two working days to process your admission form application. You will receive your CLC student ID number in the mail. Visit www.clcillinois.edu/register to create your login.

3. Register for Classes By Internet at www.clcillinois.edu/register When you are ready to select your classes, use the CLC Classes By Term. You must specify the semester and then a subject, such as English, to view the classes available. To select a subject area click on the magnifying glass and then press the ‘Look Up’ button. When you find a specific class section you want, make note of the four-digit class number. You may register on the Web or in person in the Admissions office, B101 at the Grayslake Campus, the Student Services office at the Lakeshore Campus or the main office at the Southlake Educational Center. Online Self-Service requires that you have created myLogin. Once you have logged in, use the menu of options to add or drop classes, view your schedule, view grades or an unofficial transcript and use many other options. When you add or drop a class, check for a 'success' or 'error' message. Most errors are due to prerequisites not met or enrollment holds.

4. Pay Tuition and Fees To avoid being dropped from classes for non-payment, you must pay in full or enroll in the college’s FACTS installment tuition payment plan by your due date. Check the amount of your bill online by logging into myStudentCenter and selecting the “View, Pay or Setup FACTS Plan” link. Financial aid is not available for Continuing Education classes.

Where to Register • By Web from anywhere www.clcillinois.edu/register • Grayslake Campus 19351 West Washington Street, Grayslake • Lakeshore Campus 111 North Genesee Street, Waukegan • Southlake Campus 1120 South Milwaukee Avenue, Vernon Hills

Visit wpdi.clcillinois.edu or call (847) 543-2615 for information

Students who withdraw from certificate programs or series offered by Continuing Professional Development prior to the first day of class will receive a 100% refund. Refunds for withdrawals after the first day of class, but within the first 15% of the class, will be applied by CPD minus the cost of any materials returned in less than new condition.

Payment Information Visit wpdi.clcillinois.edu/register or call (847) 543-2615 for information. SBDC students should call (847) 543-2033

Campus Maps and General Information Visit www.clcillinois.edu/about or call (847) 543-2615. The Workforce and Professional Development Institute (WPDI) is dedicated to meeting your professional training needs. • Client Solutions – customized training (847) 543-2615 wpdi.clcillinois.edu/solutions • Continuing Professional Development – open enrollment courses (847) 543-2615 wpdi.clcillinois.edu/professional • Judicial Services – community services (847) 543-2185 (courses) (847) 543-2100 (volunteering) wpdi.clcillinois.edu/judicial • Illinois Procurement Technical Assistance Center – Government Contracting (847) 543-2025 wpdi.clcillinois.edu/ptac • Illinois Small Business Development Center – Small Business (847) 543-2033 wpdi.clcillinois.edu/sbdc

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Fall is an exciting time of year! Back to school. Back to routines. The perfect time to enroll in a course, train your staff, or seek new business opportunities.

Professional Development Courses

This fall, Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is proud to offer several new courses and career programs taught by leading industry experts. Including: • Supervisory and Leadership Certificate • Travel and Tourism • Massage Therapy Continuing Education This is just a short list of our expanded offering. Turn the page to read about all of our new courses and programs.

Here’s what students are saying: “I still refer to your Project Management class as the best training and instruction I've had. I enjoyed your class and use many of the insights you gave us nearly every day.” — Pam, 2 years after the program (Previous Project Management student) “Just wanted to say thanks for the CEO Advisory meetings this past year. It was a great experience to be able to sit down with you and people from a lot of different businesses and share ideas.” — Mike Martyka, President, NeckTies, Inc. (Graduate from the Illinois Small Business Development Center’s CEO Advisory Board) “I am very impressed with CPD’s courses; they are appropriate for a variety of environmental careers or for people just beginning a career in environmental or green technology.” — Patrick Duby, Environmental Engineer & Quality Control Manager (Previous Continuing Professional Development student)

Advance your skills; advance your future through the Workforce and Professional Development Institute of the College of Lake County. Whatever training you or your employees need, the College of Lake County can deliver. Visit wpdi.clcillinois.edu or call (847) 543-2615 to learn how. The Workforce and Professional Development Institute provides training, consulting, and community service opportunities for Lake County.

CPD is also proud to feature instructors who are well-known, industry experts. On the front cover, Wayne Paprocki is featured. Wayne is a well-respected, sought-after real estate professional. He has almost 30 years of industry experience and has taught at CLC for 8 years. This fall, Wayne will be teaching the new stateapproved real estate license transition courses. All real estate professionals will need to be in compliance by April 2012. Wayne and Continuing Professional Development can help you during this transition. Turn to page 1 for the complete list of real estate courses. Fall is a wonderful time of year. The perfect time to

Advance your skills, Advance your future We are here to assist you and make it possible. Visit wpdi.clcillinois.edu/professional or call (847) 543-2615 to learn more. Sincerely, Carole Ewing Director, Continuing Professional Development

— Dana Landers, OD/HR Consultant, VW Credit, Inc. (Client Solutions customer)

Healthcare & Nursing Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) ..........................7 CPR, AED, and Emergency Training Programs ..........7 Massage Therapy CE..............................................8 Medical Coding ....................................................9 Nursing CE ............................................................5 Pharmacy Technician Program ..............................8

Small Business Courses/Workshops Accounting & Finance ........................................30 Business Growth & Development ........................28 Employee & Human Relations..............................31 International Trade ..............................................30 Legal Aspects of Business Ownership ..................31 Marketing & Sales................................................29 Start-up & Business Planning ..............................27

Services Client Solutions......................................................A Illinois Procurement Technical Assistance Center ............B Illinois Small Business Development Center ................26 Judicial Services....................................................32

Registration Information Registration Information ..............Inside Payment Information....................Inside General Information ....................Inside How to reach us ..........................Inside

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Client Solutions

On the Cover

Continuing Professional Development llinois Procurement Technical Assistance Center

“We often will use CLC for the simple fact that they offer a variety of courses and training that help to meet our business needs. We’ve had some great facilitators here who have taught everything from Excel to Innovative Thinking. We get a varied menu to choose from and are impressed with the different courses that CLC has to offer. CLC has been a great training asset for our organization!”

Business & Leadership Development....................19 Computer Skills....................................................15 Event Planning ......................................................2 Graphic Design & Multimedia ............................18 Green Technology................................................14 Home Inspection..................................................13 Hospitality..............................................................3 Humna Resources ................................................23 Industry & Safety ................................................14 Lean Essentials & Lean Six Sigma ........................22 Online Courses ....................................................25 Operations Management ....................................23 Personal Success Vocational Training....................24 Project Management Training ..............................21 Real Estate ............................................................1 Security Officer ....................................................12 Spanish Interpreter ................................................4 Teacher Education..................................................9 Truck Driver Training............................................13

llinois Small Business Development Center Judicial Services

Continuing Professional Development is part of the Workforce & Professional Development Institute (WPDI) of the College of Lake County. WPDI provides

WPDI

Workforce and Professional Development Institute

College of Lake County 19351 West Washington Street Grayslake, Illinois 60030-1198

training, consulting, and community service opportunities for Lake County. Client Solutions | Continuing Professional Development

Featured on the front cover is Wayne Paprocki, real estate instructor. See page 1 for real estate courses and information on new real estate laws. Denotes course qualifies for teacher CPDUs.

Fall 2011 CLC Classes

llinois Procurement Technical Assistance Center Illinois Small Business Development Center | Judicial Services

The College of Lake County is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution in all aspects of education and employment. The information contained within is accurate as of August 2011, but is subject to change.

Client Solutions Growing Organizations by Growing People

Illinois Procurement Technical Assistance Center Growth Through Government Contracting Is the government buying what you are selling?

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Bring the powerful, resultsdriven training and consulting programs to your organization and show your employees that you’re serious about their professional growth and achieving organizational goals and objectives.

Information – See what the government is buying • Explore the resources available through the Center – Learn how to sell to the government

• Increased productivity

We can help you chart a competitive course to your goals.

• Improved profitability

Call today – (847) 543-2025

• Reduced employee turnover • Improved employee satisfaction

Customized Training

• Enhanced company image

Our experienced staff will work with you to design a program specific to your company’s goals, issues, and scheduling concerns. Course topics range from customer service to management development – from computer skills to communication. We deliver training that is dynamic, impactful, and relevant.

• More Call (847) 543-2615 to speak to an Account Executive.

Maximize Your Training Budget At your place or ours, your customized training program allows you to train work groups, teams, and entire departments in a cost-effective way. Experience the power of results-driven training, consulting, and coaching from Client Solutions – giving Lake County companies the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to meet tough workplace challenges head-on for more than 20 years.

WPDI

Workforce and Professional Development Institute

College of Lake County 19351 West Washington Street Grayslake, Illinois 60030-1198 A

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Seasons may change but the missions of Federal Agencies responsible for managing and protecting our natural resources do not. The Department of Agriculture, U.S. Forest Service, and the Bureau of Land Management are just three of the federal organizations that purchase a wide variety supplies and services needed to preserve and manage the public lands. For more information on these organizations and others that focus on the country’s natural resources please visit: wpdi.clcillinois.edu/ptac/naturalresources. Explore your government marketplace and locate new opportunities. To learn more, contact the Center. Call (847) 543-2025 and schedule a meeting. Take advantage of the Center’s resources and technical assistance. For more information: • Visit: wpdi.clcillinois.edu/ptac • Call: (847) 543-2025 • E-mail: illinoisPTAC@clcillinois.edu

• Visit: wpdi.clcillinois.edu/solutions • Call: (847) 543-2615 • E-mail: corporatetraining@clcillinois.edu

The Illinois Procurement and Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) program is funded by the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity and the College of Lake County through a cooperative agreement as a service to those members of the business community interested in selling a product or service to the government (federal, state and local).

WPDI

Workforce and Professional Development Institute

College of Lake County 19351 West Washington Street Grayslake, Illinois 60030-1198 B

Career & Workforce—Professional Development Continuing Professional Development

Career Training

Real Estate

Growing Your Future— One Skill at a Time. Take charge of your own professional development by enrolling in courses designed to help develop your career skills. With our training programs you can enhance current workforce competencies or learn new ones. You can also take courses to prepare for licensure, license renewal, or certification requirements. With the continually changing work environment, preparing yourself with new abilities or an alternative career is a smart strategy. Continuing Professional Development wants to be your training partner as you prepare for the future.

Are you a currently licensed salesperson or broker? The time to transition is now! CLC is offering Real Estate Core Competencies (PRLE 38). It will be offered through April 2012. This class will prepare you to pass the State of Illinois Proficiency Examination as well as provide you with 3 Core B CE units.

Prepare to be a real estate agent! The College of Lake County is approved by the Real Estate Bureau, part of the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. A student must meet all the requirements to be able to fill to take the Broker’s or Managing Broker’s Examination given by the State of Illinois.

Broker Requirements

Students who withdraw from certificate programs or series offered by Continuing Professional Development prior to the first day of class will receive a 100% refund. Refunds for withdrawals after the first day of class, but within the first 15% of the class will be applied by CPD minus the cost of any materials returned in less than new condition.

PRLE 2 and PRLE 3 fulfill the required broker pre-licensing exam course requirements. Attendance for all class hours and a passing score of 75 percent or better on the final exams are required, as mandated by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. In addition to meeting the course requirements, an applicant for the State of Illinois licensing examination must be a high school graduate (or GED recipient) and 21 years of age, or 18 years of age and have two years of college course work. Home Study is an option for completing part of the broker pre-licensing requirements (course code PRLE 2). Students who select this option must complete and submit assignments that fulfill the class time requirement. This allows students the freedom to complete the approved classes without having to attend regular class meetings. Home Study students are required to come to campus only to take the final exam. Home Study registrants must purchase both the necessary textbook and workbook for the appropriate class and should refer to the workbook for guidance and instructor contact information. These are NOT online courses. Broker post-licensing courses will be available starting Spring 2012. Check our Web site for the most up-to-date offerings – wpdi.clcillinois.edu/professional/realestate

VISIT WPDI.CLCILLINOIS.EDU/PROFESSIONAL FOR MORE INFORMATION.

Real Estate / Event Planning

Career & Workforce—Professional Development

BROKER PRE-LICENSING TOPICS This course, with the Broker Pre-Licensing Applied Principles course (PRLE 3), fulfills the new education requirements for obtaining an Illinois Real Estate Broker license. You are required to attend all Sessions which include: introduction to the license law and real property; basics of agency, seller and buyer relationships and counseling; local, state and federal laws effecting real estate; brokerage, marketing and advertising; market analysis and appraisal; financing, contracts, independent contractor and employee status, occupational disciplines and business planning. A textbook is required and should be purchased at the CLC bookstore prior to class.

REAL ESTATE CORE COMPETENCIES Preparing to take the State of Illinois Real Estate Transition exam? Prepare for and then take the exam in this one Session. This satisfies all requirements for the State of Illinois Real Estate Transition and covers material for both the salesperson to broker and broker to managing broker. Exam review will begin in the morning, continue through the afternoon, and all exams will be concluded no later than 5pm. This course is also approved for 3 hours of Core B CE credit. All materials, exam fee, and exam are included in course fees.

4216 PRLE 38-001 Saturday, September 10 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. $199 Room R102

Southlake Campus 1 Session

4217 PRLE 38-002 Wednesday, November 9 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. $199 Room T333

Grayslake Campus 1 Session

4218 PRLE 38-003 Saturday, December 3 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. $199 Room R102

Southlake Campus 1 Session

W. Paprocki

4198 PRLE 2-001 Southlake Campus Tuesdays and Thursdays 15 Sessions September 20 – October 20 5:30–10:00 p.m. & Saturdays, September 24 – October 22 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. $699 Rooms V336 W. Paprocki 4214 PRLE 2-981 August 29 – October 21 $699 Homestudy

Homestudy W. Paprocki

BROKER PRE-LICENSING APPLIED PRINCIPLES This course, with the Broker Pre-Licensing Topics course (PRLE 2), fulfills the new education requirements for obtaining an Illinois Real Estate Broker license. This interactive course includes role play, situations, case studies and demonstration examples. You are required to attend all Sessions, which include: listing presentations, buyer representations, agency disclosures, purchase agreements, handling offers, negotiating, market analysis, closing costs, escrow money, fair housing, and anti-trust. A textbook is required and should be purchased at the CLC bookstore prior to class. 4215 PRLE 3-001 Tuesdays and Thursdays October 25 & 27 5:30– 10:00 p.m. & Saturday, October 29 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. $199 Rooms V336

Southlake Campus 3 Sessions

W. Paprocki

Home Study registrants must purchase both the necessary textbook and workbook for the appropriate class and should refer to the workbook for guidance and instructor contact information.

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Event Planning FUNDAMENTALS OF MEETING AND EVENT MANAGEMENT (2-0) 2 HOURS Learn strategies to develop meetings and special events. You will be introduced to the many considerations involved in planning an event. You will learn how to conduct a needs analysis, balance multiple presentation formats, develop conference space schematics, create a program planning and event timeline, develop a budget, and understand the basics of marketing and promotion. A textbook is required and may be purchased in the bookstore. 4385 PHOS 10-001 Mondays & Wednesdays September 19-October 26 6:00-9:15 p.m. $199 Room T323

Grayslake Campus 8 Sessions

NEW! THE WORLD BEHIND WEDDINGS Go behind the scenes of weddings. Learn the current wedding industry trends, do’s and don’ts and how to plan a dream wedding without breaking the bank for each of your clients. Learn the duties of a wedding planner and how to manage the event no matter what the budget. Topics include the rehearsal dinner, ceremony and reception etiquette and protocols. 4386 PHOS 12-001 Mondays & Wednesdays November 14-December 5 6:00-9:00 p.m. $199 Room T323

Grayslake Campus 5 Sessions S. Parnell

S. Parnell

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Career & Workforce—Professional Development

Travel & Tourism / Hospitality Hospitality

NEW! Travel and Tourism Professional Certificate Today’s travelers have a high level of sophistication making careers in travel and tourism more complex. This new and innovative online Travel and Tourism Program offers you industry-based professional courses to prepare you for employment in this global arena. You will study world destinations, travel products and suppliers, customer service and sales skills, and industry procedures and ethics. Upon completing this program, you will be ready to work as a virtual travel agent by planning trips and communicating with clients via the internet or work at an established travel agency. Travel and tourism is an exciting field to launch a new career, or start your own home-based travel business. Students who successfully complete the three courses in the Travel and Tourism Professional Certificate program (Business of Travel and Tourism, Geography for Travel and Tourism and coming in spring Travel Agent Proficiency Exam Review) will be prepared to sit for the travel agent proficiency exam (TAP) provided through the Travel Institute and the American Society of Travel Agents (ASTA). The exam provides entry level competency for travel and tourism professionals. This affordable and flexible program includes online courses accessible 24/7, with links to travel industry resource web sites and destination videos. A high speed Internet connection and Word 2003 or newer are highly recommended.

NEW! BUSINESS OF TRAVEL AND TOURISM Begin your journey to a successful career in travel and tourism with a systematic, real-world focused, and comprehensive review of this exciting profession. You will be introduced to basic travel concepts, key sectors for the travel industry, effective practices for selling the travel product, an overview of destination knowledge and use of technology in the travel and tourism industry. This is the first is a series of classes to prepare you to take the Travel Agent Proficiency Certification Exam. Online: This course is offered on the Internet, and can be accessed via Blackboard. For more information go to CLC’s web site at clconline.clcillinois.edu 4377 PHOS 20-800 August 29-December 18 $349

ONLINE 16 Sessions N. Roop

NEW! GEOGRAPHY FOR TRAVEL AND TOURISM What’s your geography IQ? Geography literacy is essential for those planning a career in the travel, tourism or hospitality industries. Learn about the world’s most popular destinations and discover unique, lesser known locations. Explore the physical environment, history, language, currency, transportation, accommodations and attractions of key tourist destinations around the world. Other topics include how to match clients to destinations, arranging travel itineraries and responding to common requests. This is one of a series of classes to prepare you to take the Travel Agent Proficiency Certification Exam. Online: This course is offered on the Internet, and can be accessed via Blackboard. For more information go to CLC’s web site at clconline.clcillinois.edu 4378 PHOS 21-800 August 29-December 18 $349

VISIT WPDI.CLCILLINOIS.EDU/PROFESSIONAL FOR MORE INFORMATION.

ONLINE 16 Sessions N. Roop

NEW! NUTRITION OVER THE LIFECYCLE SERIES (1-0) 1 HOUR Nutrition is never one-size-fits-all but is relevant to anyone who wants to get the best benefit from their food choices to maintain optimal health and wellness. If you are a culinary professional you will find this course useful. You will discuss the nutrient concerns, challenges and needs unique to each phase of the lifecycle from birth to the golden years and the factors that impact external and physiological changes. Planning healthy meals, and understanding the factors which may contribute to malnutrition is covered in each of the four life stage units. Enroll in the series at a discounted price! Sign up for individual Sessions (PALH 90) listed on page 6. 4305 VALH 90-001 Saturdays, October 1-22 10:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. $299 Room T332

Grayslake Campus 4 Sessions M. Turcotte

BEVERAGE AND ALCOHOL SELLERS AND SERVERS EDUCATIONAL TRAINING-BASSET Protect your liquor license and reduce your risk as an alcohol server. Liquor license owners, alcohol sellers and servers learn how to determine servability of patrons, the physical and psychological effects of alcohol, local ordinances of alcohol consumption and driving, Blood Alcohol Concentration, and determination of proper ID’s. BASSET is certified by the Illinois Liquor Control Commission, and is required by the Lake County Commission and various other municipalities for facilities licensed to serve and sell alcohol. The course does NOT prepare individuals to be bartenders. Certificates: Effective 12/1/10: Requests from past and current students to replace a BASSET “Certificates of Completion” will be honored for up to 3 years from the class date. 4320 PHOS 1-001 Monday, August 29 6:00-10:00 p.m. $40 Room T332

Grayslake Campus 1 Session

4321 PHOS 1-002 Saturday, October 1 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. $40 Room T333

Grayslake Campus 1 Session

4322 PHOS 1-003 Monday, November 7 6:00-10:00 p.m. $40 Room T323

Grayslake Campus 1 Session

4323 PHOS 1-004 Monday, December 3 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. $40 Room T333

Grayslake Campus 1 Session

C. Parr

A. Demarco

Spanish Interpreter PROGRAMA EDUCATIVO DE ENTRENAMIENTO PARA VENDEDORES Y SERVIDORES DE BEBIDAS ALCOHÓLICAS Proteja su licencia para licores y reduzca el riesgo como servidor de alcohol. Los dueños de licencias para licores, los vendedores y los servidores de alcohol aprenderán a determinar cómo servir a los clientes, los efectos físicos y psicológicos del alcohol, ordenanzas locales sobre el consumo de alcohol y el manejo de autos, la Concentración de Alcohol en la Sangre, y la determinación de identificación apropiada. El programa BASSET está certificado por la Comisión de Control de Licor de Illinois, y es requerido por la Comisión del Condado de Lake y varias otras municipalidades para comercios con licencia para servir y vender licor. Este curso NO enseña a las personas a cómo preparar bebidas alcohólicas. 4368 PHOS 2-001 Monday, October 17 6:00-10:00 p.m. $40 Room T323

J. Alvarez

4370 PHOS 3-001 Thursday, October 13 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. $55 Room R222

Southlake Campus 1 Session

4371 PHOS 3-002 Monday, December 5 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. $55 Room T323

Grayslake Campus 1 Session

C. Wener

The Spanish Interpreter Certification Program prepares Spanish bilingual speakers to enter the field of oral interpretation. The program now consists of five sections, two covering the healthcare industry, one dealing with the field of education and the last two sections detailing interpretation in the legal setting. Each course consists of 50 hours of classroom instruction and an additional 10 hours of clinical work experience. Program participants will learn interpretation techniques that will enable them to work in an educational, legal or healthcare environment. The majority of the classroom instruction is conducted in Spanish. Training includes oral interpretation exercises, role playing, small group work, vocabulary study, Spanish/English grammar review, presentations, memory enhancing exercises, and a clinical presentation. The courses are independent so you may enroll at the start of any module. All new students will be required to successfully complete an assessment test at the first meeting of their initial class.

C. Wener

RE-CERTIFICACION DE SANIDAD EN EL SERVICIO DE ALIMENTOS Este curso de 5 horas es requerido por el Departamento de Salud del Estado de Illinois para renovar el certificado de sanidad antes que se expida. El curso cubre los aspectos más importantes para preparar y servir alimentos sanos y la prevención de enfermedades alimenticias. Este curso puede ser tomado en cualquier tiempo dentro de los 5 anos de su certificado. Este curso es solo para personas que desean renovar el certificado que no se ha vencido. Se requiere presentar el certificado vigente el día de clase.

Spanish Interpreter

Grayslake Campus 1 Session

FOOD SAFETY REFRESHER COURSE Attention certified food service sanitation managers seeking renewal of your five-year Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) Food Service Sanitation Manager Certification (FSSMC). This refresher is a condensed version of the 15-hour FSSMC certification course and is for renewal only. You must bring your IDPH license and a #2 pencil to this class. A textbook must be purchased prior to class.

4372 PHOS 4-001 Thursday, October 27 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. $55 Room T333

Career & Workforce—Professional Development

Grayslake Campus 1 Session J. Alvarez

SPANISH INTERPRETER: LEGAL I (2-0) 2 HOURS You will learn interpretation techniques that are used in a legal setting. This section covers Traffic, Civil, Family, Juvenile and Criminal courts. The program includes vocabulary, legal terminology, interpretation techniques, court room diplomacy, and practice Sessions. You will discuss possible interpretation situations that can be applied in a court of law, between an attorney and a client, or acting as a private Certified Spanish Interpreter (C.S.I).Students may start the interpretation program by enrolling in any section. Class materials are not included in the class fee and are purchased from the instructor on the first day of class.

NEW! SPANISH INTERPRETER: LEGAL II

4369 PLNG 10-001 Saturdays September 10-October 8 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. $549 Room T323

4376 PLNG 14-001 Saturdays October 22-November 19 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. $549 Room T323

Grayslake Campus 5 Sessions H. Lopez

This is the newest section of the Certified Spanish Interpreter program which emphasizes additional interpretation techniques that are used in a legal setting. This section covers Immigration, Bankruptcy, Finance and Real Estate areas. The program includes vocabulary, legal terminology, interpretation techniques, court room diplomacy, and practice Sessions. You will discuss possible interpretation situations that can be applied in a court of law, between an attorney and a client, or acting as a private Certified Spanish Interpreter (C.S.I). Students may start the interpretation program by enrolling in any section. Class materials are not included in the class fee and are purchased from the instructor on the first day of class. Grayslake Campus 5 Sessions H. Lopez

QUESTIONS? CALL (847) 543-2615

Career & Workforce—Professional Development

Healthcare & Nursing Continuing Education CURRENT NURSING PRACTICE UPDATE (RN REFRESHER) (7-0) 7 HOURS Are you are a nurse who has not been actively involved in nursing practice, but still hold a current license? This update course will assist you in returning to your nursing career. Topics covered include: current trends in nursing and health care, legal aspects of nursing, review of basic skills, review of diseases, and selective new nursing techniques. The course also updates the nurse on concepts relevant to nursing across the life cycle to form the focus for theory, clinic, and the simulated nursing labs. This process assists the nurse in reestablishing confidence and competence. No Class November 21 & 26. This CNE activity is being offered for 55 contact hours. 4263 VALH 20-001 Grayslake Campus Mondays 13 Sessions September 12-December 12 5:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m. Room D201 & Saturdays, September 10-24 8:00 a.m.-4:00 pm Room Nursing Lab & Saturdays, October 1-December 10 7:00 a.m.-03:30 p.m. Room Clinical Site $1799 R. Kramer

Steps to take for Current Nursing Practice Update (RN Refresher)

Healthcare & Nursing Continuing Education Are you a nurse who is currently working and needs CEUs for licensure? Are you a healthcare professional who has been out of the nursing profession for a time and needs to update your skill set to obtain employment? Are you interested in entering the healthcare field to become a pharmacy technician? Whether you need to maintain, obtain, or enter the healthcare profession, Continuing Professional Development’s Healthcare & Nursing courses will help you achieve your career goals.

1. Hold a current, active nursing license in the State of Illinois 2. Meet the Health Requirements to attend class. RN Refresher Information Sheet: wpdi.clcillinois.edu/pdf/RNRefresher.pdf 3. New Students must complete a CLC Application for Admission (Apply Online at www.clcillinois.edu/applyconted.asp) 4. Call the department for questions at (847) 543-2615

For more information, call (847) 543-2615. The College of Lake County is an approved provider of continuing nursing education (CNE) by the Illinois Nurses Association, as an accredited provider by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

VISIT WPDI.CLCILLINOIS.EDU/PROFESSIONAL FOR MORE INFORMATION.

Healthcare & Nursing Continuing Education UPDATES FOR NURSES These workshops are designed to provide nursing professionals with the opportunity to enhance their professional knowledge and skills in a specific area of interest. These CNE activities are being offered for 2.45 contact hours for each 1 day session unless otherwise specified. Assessment This CNE activity is being offered for 6.45 contact hours. 4264 PALH 1-001 Grayslake Campus Saturday, September 10 1 Session 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. $75 Room D216 R. Kramer Pharmacology 4265 PALH 1-002 Monday, September 19 5:30 p.m. -9:00 p.m. $55 Room D216 End of Life Care Options 4267 PALH 1-003 Monday, September 26 5:30 p.m. -9:00 p.m. $55 Room D216 Respiratory System 4268 PALH 1-004 Monday, October 3 5:30 p.m. -9:00 p.m. $55 Room D216 Cardiac 4269 PALH 1-005 Monday, October 10 5:30 p.m. -9:00 p.m. $55 Room D216 Renal System 4270 PALH 1-006 Monday, October 17 5:30 p.m. -9:00 p.m. $55 Room D216 Diabetes 4271 PALH 1-007 Monday, October 24 5:30 p.m. -9:00 p.m. $55 Room D216 Psychiatric 4272 PALH 1-008 Monday, October 31 5:30 p.m. -9:00 p.m. $55 Room D216 Orthopedics 4273 PALH 1-009 Monday, November 7 5:30 p.m. -9:00 p.m. $55 Room D216 Wound Care 4274 PALH 1-010 Monday, November 14 5:30 p.m. -9:00 p.m. $55 Room D216 6

Grayslake Campus 1 Session R. Kramer Grayslake Campus 1 Session R. Kramer Grayslake Campus 1 Session R. Kramer Grayslake Campus 1 Session R. Kramer Grayslake Campus 1 Session R. Kramer Grayslake Campus 1 Session R. Finegan Grayslake Campus 1 Session J. Dotson Grayslake Campus 1 Session R. Kramer Grayslake Campus 1 Session N. Rivera

Career & Workforceâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Professional Development Neurological System 4275 PALH 1-011 Monday, November 28 5:30 p.m. -9:00 p.m. $55 Room D216 Ethics 4276 PALH 1-012 Monday, December 5 5:30 p.m. -9:00 p.m. $55 Room D216 Gastrointestinal System 4277 PALH 1-013 Monday, December 12 5:30 p.m. -9:00 p.m. $55 Room D216

Grayslake Campus 1 Session R. Kramer Grayslake Campus 1 Session D. Jezuit Grayslake Campus 1 Session R. Kramer

NEW! NUTRITION OVER THE LIFECYCLE SERIES (1-0) 1 HOUR Nutrition is never one-size-fits-all but is relevant to anyone who wants to get the best benefit from their food choices to maintain optimal health and wellness. Healthcare, teachers or culinary professional will find this course useful. You will discuss the nutrient concerns, challenges and needs unique to each phase of the lifecycle from birth to the golden years and the factors that impact external and physiological changes. Planning healthy meals, and understanding the factors which may contribute to malnutrition is covered in each of the four life stage units. Sign up for individual Sessions (PALH 90) or enroll in the series (VALH 90) at a discounted price. This CNE activity is being offered for 19 contact hours.

PEDIATRIC UPDATE As a Pediatric nurse you provide preventative and acute care in all settings to children and adolescents. Update your professional knowledge to better support your patients. This CNE activity is being offered for 2.45 contact hours. 4278 PALH 5-001 Tuesday, October 25 6:00 p.m.-9:30 p.m. $55 Room T333

Grayslake Campus 1 Session T. Crowson

IV THERAPY BASICS Designed for the nurse who needs a review or introduction to IV therapy, this course covers venipuncture techniques along with the care, maintenance, complications, and treatments of peripheral IV catheters, midline and PICC lines, short term percutaneously inserted lines, tunneled catheters, and implanted ports. Students are required to demonstrate these procedures. Class size is limited. This CNE activity is being offered for 13.75 contact hours. 4295 PALH 21-001 Tuesdays September 20-October 18 6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. $175 Room TBA

Grayslake Campus 5 Sessions P. Williams

EKG INTERPRETATION (1-0) 1 HOUR You will get an overview of the cardiac cycle and normal sinus rhythm. Content covers dysrhythmias of sinus, A-V and atrial origin, conduction defects, ventricular ectopy and bundle branch blocks, myocardial infarction, pre-excitation syndromes, and drug and electrolyte effects. Early assessment data and treatment are presented. This CNE activity is being offered for 13.75 contact hours. 4300 VALH 7-001 Tuesdays, November 1-29 6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. $175 Room T332

Grayslake Campus 5 Sessions L. Baker

Nutrition Over the Lifecycle Series 4305 VALH 90-001 Grayslake Campus Saturdays, October 1-22 4 Sessions 10:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. $299 Room T332 M. Turcotte Each CNE activity is being offered for 4.45 contact hours. Infancy & Childhood Caregivers will focuson infant and toddler nutrition including age- and stage-appropriate foods and feeding skills. You will find resources here to help guide development of nutrition knowledge and skills for children. 4296 PALH 90-001 Grayslake Campus Saturday, October 1 1 Session 10:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. $85 Room T332 M. Turcotte Adolescence The focus is on older children and teens and their special nutritional needs. This Session includes resources on sports and fitness, and eating disorder for those who work with this stage of development. You will find resources here to help guide development of nutrition knowledge and skills for adolescents. 4297 PALH 90-002 Grayslake Campus Saturday, October 8 1 Session 10:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. $85 Room T332 M. Turcotte Adulthood The focus is on men and women through the main bulk of life and their nutritional needs, Including pregnancy and lactation. 4298 PALH 90-003 Grayslake Campus Saturday, October 15 1 Session 10:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. $85 Room T332 M. Turcotte Aging-Older Adults For and about healthy eating, and the nutritional challenges related to aging. 4299 PALH 90-004 Grayslake Campus Saturday, October 22 1 Session 10:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. $85 Room T332 M. Turcotte QUESTIONS? CALL (847) 543-2615

Career & Workforceâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Professional Development Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

HealthcareCPR Training

CNA RECERTIFICATION (1-0) 1 HOUR Designed for those who have already completed the Certified Nurse Assistant course and who have successfully completed the Illinois Nurse Aide Examination, but who no longer are listed on the Illinois Nurse Aide Registry. You must first contact the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) at (217) 785-5133 to request a recertification packet. To participate, you must undergo a UCIA criminal background check and have the required and updated immunizations prior to attending the clinical site. The course will provide re-certification of the 21 skills and offer a review for the State Examination. 4301 VALH 10-001 Grayslake Campus Wednesday & Friday 2 Sessions September 21 & 23 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. $299 Room TBA I. Forsberg

HEARTSAVER CPR WITH ADULT, CHILD, & INFANT TRAINING

4302 VALH 10-002 Thursday & Friday October 27 & 28 5:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. $299 Room TBA

CPR REFRESHER: BLS HEALTHCARE PROVIDER The BLS Healthcare Provider course is designed to provide a wide variety of healthcare professionals the ability to recognize several life-threatening emergencies, provide CPR, use an AED, and relieve choking in a safe, timely and effective manner. The course is intended for certified or noncertified, licensed or nonlicensed healthcare professionals. Current AHA BLS Healthcare Provider certification card is required to attend this course.

Grayslake Campus 2 Sessions I. Forsberg

This course is designed for the general public and is not intended for healthcare professionals or healthcare students. This is an ideal course for day care providers, teachers, and anyone interested in taking a CPR course. This is an American Heart Association course. Certification is good for 2 years. 4279 PALH 6-001 Friday, September 30 6:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. $55 Room T333

Grayslake Campus 1 Session

4280 PALH 6-002 Thursday, October 20 6:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. $55 Room T333

Grayslake Campus 1 Session

S. Frankson

4281 PALH 7-001 Tuesday, August 30 6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. $55 Room T333

Grayslake Campus 1 Session

4282 PALH 7-002 Friday, September 16 6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. $55 Room T333

Grayslake Campus 1 Session

4283 PALH 7-003 Thursday, September 29 6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. $55 Room T333

Grayslake Campus 1 Session

4284 PALH 7-004 Tuesday, October 25 6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. $55 Room T332

Grayslake Campus 1 Session

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S. Frankson

Certified Nursing Assistant / CPR Training CPR BASIC: BLS HEALTHCARE PROVIDER The BLS Healthcare Provider course is designed to provide a wide variety of healthcare professionals the ability to recognize several life-threatening emergencies, provide CPR, use an AED, and relieve choking in a safe, timely and effective manner. The course is intended for certified or noncertified, licensed or nonlicensed healthcare professionals. 4285 PALH 8-001 Saturday, August 20 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. $65 RoomT323

Grayslake Campus 1 Session

4286 PALH 8-002 Sunday, August 21 1:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. $65 Room T323

Grayslake Campus 1 Session

4287 PALH 8-003 Friday, August 26 5:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. $65 Room T323

Grayslake Campus 1 Session

4288 PALH 8-004 Saturday, August 27 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. $65 Room T323

Grayslake Campus 1 Session

4289 PALH 8-005 Sunday, August 28 1:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. $65 Room T323

Grayslake Campus 1 Session

4290 PALH 8-006 Friday, September 9 5:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. $65 Room T333

Grayslake Campus 1 Session

4291 PALH 8-007 Saturday, September 10 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. $65 Room T332

Grayslake Campus 1 Session

4292 PALH 8-008 Tuesday, October 11 5:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. $65 Room T333

Grayslake Campus 1 Session

4293 PALH 8-009 Friday, November 18 5:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. $65 Room T333

Grayslake Campus 1 Session

4294 PALH 8-010 Tuesday, December 6 5:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. $65 Room T333

Grayslake Campus 1 Session

S. Frankson

Massage Therapy / Pharmacy Technician

Career & Workforceâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Professional Development

Pharmacy Technician

Pharmacy Technicians are in demand! The U. S. Department of Labor estimates that pharmacy technician jobs will increase 27 % over the next 6 years. With the growing need for pharmaceuticals and a rapidly expanding healthcare field, the timing has never been better to begin a career in the industry. About 71% of pharmacy technician jobs are in retail pharmacies, grocery stores or mass retailers.

NEW!

Massage Therapy Continuing Education If you are a licensed massage therapist, certified bodyworker or esthetician these new workshops may interest you. They are approved by NCBTMB. CE hours for Massage therapists are provided by the instructor, Dr. Damon Fazio, ND, RPE, RPP, LMT, Naturopathic Doctor, Registered Polarity Educator and Practitioner, and Licensed Massage Therapist. Damon is the founder and director of Earthwise Therapies. Earthwise conducts programs in Polarity Therapy, Cranial Therapy, and Homeopathic Education. The programs offered are approved and registered trainings with The American Polarity Therapy Association leading to registration as an Associate Polarity Practitioner and Registered Polarity Practitioner. Earthwise Continuing Education Courses are approved by the NCBTMB. Dr. Fazio teaches in many programs across the United States including the Arizona School of Integrative Studies, Ohio Institute of Holistic Health, College of Lake County, and Albuquerque, New Mexico. Damon has served as the APTA President and is currently on the APTA Board of Directors. He was honored by APTA for his Pioneering work as a teacher and Practitioner of Polarity Therapy in 1989 and has been teaching and practicing since 1981. He currently maintains a private practice of Naturopathic Medicine, Homeopathy, Polarity Therapy and Cranial Therapy.

CRANIAL SACRAL 2 WORKSHOP (1-0) 1 HOUR Cranial two is a deeper exploration of the concepts and application of Cranial Sacral Therapy. We will learn to mobilize the major bones of the cranium as well as the sacrum and coccyx. An exploration of the Mid-Tide will also be included. These new dimensions deal directly with the function of the nervous system and add a deep level of release to its function. This enhances your work as a Massage Therapist exponentially. 4303 VALH 85-001 Saturdays, September 17 & 24 8:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. $299 Room R220 8

Southlake Campus 2 Sessions D. Fazio

WORKING WITH THE FIVE ELEMENTS (1-0) 1 HOUR Asian Medicine especially Ayurveda and now Polarity Therapy, a western adaptation, recognize the Five Elements as an understanding of qualities of Energy Movement on a Mental, Emotional, and Physiological level of expression. This understanding and its eventual application lends a deep wisdom as to the cause and effect of Physiological dysfunction. In this workshop we will explore the Five Elements individually and learn Bodywork Techniques to address their possible imbalances. 4304 VALH 85-002 Saturdays, October 22 & 29 8:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. $299 Room R220

Southlake Campus 2 Sessions D. Fazio

PHARMACY TECHNICIAN TRAINING (7-0) 7 HOURS CLCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s professional Pharmacy Technician Program will put you on the way to a new career. The 105 hours of classroom instruction designed to teach you the fundamentals and practical skills needed to prepare you for entry level work in a variety of pharmacy setting. The program is provided by MK Education and is taught by pharmacy professionals that bring real life experience to the classroom. You will train to effectively assist in pharmaceutical preparations, by entering patient data, dispensing commercially available medications or compounding specialty orders, preparing intravenous medications and completing daily required tasks in any pharmacy environment. You will learn the basic concepts of pharmacy calculations, and practice math concepts and calculations needed to become a certified pharmacy technician. Upon successful completion of the program you will receive a certificate of completions to assist you in your career preparation, job search and certification. Program requirements: High school diploma or G.E.D Adequate knowledge of 9th and 10th grade math (algebra) , Proficient in English (verbal and written communication skills), No prior criminal record, 18 years old (some exceptions), Hand to eye coordination and finger agility. Note: All pharmacy technicians must be nationally certified. This course will prepare you for both national certification exams. 4307 VALH 95-002 Mondays & Wednesdays September 12-December 21 6:00 p.m.-9:30 p.m. $1499 Room T332

Grayslake Campus 32 Sessions

4306 VALH 95-001 Saturdays August 27-December 17 8:00 a.m.-3:15 p.m. $1499 Room V308

Southlake Campus 15 Sessions

N. Bowes

MK Education

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Career & Workforce—Professional Development

Teacher Education

NEW! PHARMACY TECHNICIAN EXTERNSHIP Your future starts here! Graduates of CLC’s pharmacy technician program can gain valuable, real life experience through our Pharmacy Technician Externship program. Practice in a major retail pharmacy setting and you will be ready to be hired for your first technician position. This unpaid, hands-on training will give you the experience you need to land a job as a pharmacy technician. You will be assigned a trainer and be instructed in pharmaceutical preparations and performing the daily tasks applicable to any pharmacy environment. Students will not be compensated in any way or be considered an employee during the duration of the externship.

Medical Coding / Teacher Education

Note: This class is ‘enrollment by department consent only’ and meets by individual arrangement, call our office for details (847) 543-2615 or visit the web at wpdi.clcillinois.edu Prerequisites: Prior to acceptance you will be required to provide proof of required immunizations and health standards, have a valid Illinois State Pharmacy Technician license, a background check and pass an illegal drug use test. VALH 96-001 Externship dates and hours are by Arrangement Cost: $799

Medical Coding NEW! MEDICAL CODING CCS/CCS-P CERTIFICATION EXAM PREP 3-DAY BOOTCAMP (1.5-0) This 3-day preparatory Bootcamp is designed to provide you with an extensive overview of the information you need to know in order to pass the AHIMA CCS-P (Certified Coding Specialist-Physician-based, or CCS (Certified Coding Specialist) exam. This course does not teach you how to code, but rather reviews essential information and provides indispensable strategies and tips that will give you a much better chance of passing the exam. It will aid in providing an individualized readiness assessment to identify areas of knowledge strengths and weaknesses, which will optimize study and exam preparation strategies. All domains appearing on the exam will be discussed, including CPT, ICD-9-CM and HCPCS coding, health information documentation, reimbursement, data quality and analysis, information and communication technologies, and compliance and regulatory issues. Students will be responsible for completing homework assignments between each class. Exam prep study text, course materials and information are included in the cost of this course and will be provided to each student on the first day of class. Continental breakfast, lunch, light snacks and refreshments will be provided each day. Not included in course fee: 2011 editions of AMA CPT Professional; ICD-9-CM Vol. I-III (Vol. I-II or I-III ok for CCS-P only); and HCPCS (HCPCS for CCS-P only), are required for this Bootcamp and for the certification exam, and are not included and must be purchased separately and brought to Bootcamp each day. AHIMA membership fees and/or examination fees are also not included in the cost of this course.

1.5 HOURS

Prerequisite: These exams assess mastery-level knowledge and proficiency in coding, rather than entry-level skills. This course was designed for coders and other health professionals who have a working knowledge of billing and coding, or for students who have successfully completed a health information course which included medical billing and coding, and want to prepare for national certification.

Medical Coding-CCS Exam Prep 4393 VALH 50-001 Friday, Saturday & Sunday October 14-16 8:30a.m.-4:30p.m. $999 Room T326

CLC is an approved provider of teacher recertification education through the Illinois State Board of Education – Provider #100661.

Grayslake Campus 3 Sessions Medical Basix

Medical Coding-CCS-P Exam Prep 4394 VALH 50-002 Friday, Saturday & Sunday November 18-20 8:30a.m.-4:30p.m. $999 Room T326

Continuing Professional Development offers teacher education opportunities designed to provide Lake County educators the research, tools, and techniques to better serve the student population.

Grayslake Campus 3 Sessions Medical Basix

Attend the CCS/CCS-P Exam Prep Bootcamp Info Session! September 29, 6 p.m., Room T334

NEW! NUTRITION OVER THE LIFECYCLE: INFANCY & CHILDHOOD This course is part of the new ‘Nutrition over the Lifecycle’ series and this Session will be of interest to parents, caregivers and educators. In this session, the focus is on infant and toddler nutrition including ageand stage-appropriate foods and feeding skills. You will find resources here to help guide development of nutrition knowledge and skills for children. 5 CPDUs 4296 PALH 90-001 Saturday, October 1 10:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. $85 Room T332

Grayslake Campus 1 Session M. Turcotte

Denotes course qualifies for teacher CPDUs. VISIT WPDI.CLCILLINOIS.EDU/PROFESSIONAL FOR MORE INFORMATION.

Teacher Education NEW! NUTRITION OVER THE LIFECYCLE: ADOLESCENCE This is part of the new ‘Nutrition over the Lifecycle’ series with the focus on older children and teens and their special nutritional needs. This Session includes resources on sports and fitness, and eating disorder for those who work with this stage of development. You will find resources here to help guide development of nutrition knowledge and skills for adolescents. 5 CPDUs 4297 PALH 90-002 Saturday, October 8 10:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. $85 Room T332

Grayslake Campus 1 Session

Teacher Education Online These are instructor-led, online courses that cannot be accessed through Blackboard. Please contact our office for access information to the online course. Call (847) 543-2615 or email professionalworkshops@clcillinois.edu

M. Turcotte

SUBSTITUTE TEACHING: PREPARATION & PROFESSIONALISM Did you know that students between Kindergarten and 12th grade spend the equivalent of one full year in the classroom with a substitute teacher? Yet, the substitute teacher is given the least amount of guidance of all those who come in contact with the student. This workshop and handbook will introduce you to techniques, skills and materials on how to be a more effective and requested substitute teacher. Required handbook is available in the bookstore. 4220 PTCH 25-001 Tuesday, September 27 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. $65 T333

Career & Workforce—Professional Development

Grayslake Campus 1 Session L. Vitucci

This course, Comprehensive Basic Skills Test Preparation, is offered on the internet and be accessed via Blackboard. For more information, go to CLC’s website at clconline.clcillinois.edu.

COMPREHENSIVE BASIC SKILLS TEST PREPARATION Sharpen your skills for the Basic Skills Test! This course will help you become prepared to take the enhanced Basic Skills Test (administered by the Illinois Certification Testing System) by reviewing reading comprehension, grammar, and writing concepts. Essay writing and feedback from the instructor will also be provided. Additionally, math concepts that include geometry, algebra, and word problems will be covered. This class is facilitated by the instructor through September 30 but students will have access to the online review materials through October 21.

READING FUNDAMENTALS (1-1) 1.5 HOURS This series of courses will assist teachers in evaluating your current reading program, and applying research in the area of reading instruction. Each course qualifies for 30 CPDUs. Reading 1: Introduction to Scientific Research 4222 PTCH 60-800 ONLINE September 12 – November 18 $199 VESi Reading 2: Foundation for Effective Reading Instruction 4223 PTCH 60-801 ONLINE September 12 – November 18 $199 VESi

READING FUNDAMENTALS 3: EFFECTIVE EVALUATION AND ASSESSMENT (1-2) 2 HOURS Take the next step in reading education in this study of the five elements of effective reading instruction, including definitions, implications for instruction, and future directions. These five elements include instruction in: phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and text comprehension. We will also discuss teacher preparation in learning about comprehension strategy and reading instruction, as well as integrating computer technology into the classroom. Additionally, we will explore how reading assessment fits within the Reading First Program, and describes how teachers can conduct pivotal curriculum-based measurement procedures in their classrooms. 45 CPDUS 4224 PTCH 61-800 September 12 – November 18 $199

TALENTED & GIFTED EDUCATION: WORKING WITH HIGH ACHIEVERS (1-1) 1.5 HOURS Learn the history of the exceptional in relation to education, current law, accepted methods for referral, assessment, and identification of students. Look at major program models and methods of differentiating instruction to meet the rate and level of learning of identified students that will allow you to meet the affective needs of the gifted and talented student in your classroom. 30 CPDUs 4225 PTCH 62-800 September 12 – November 18 $199

ONLINE VESi

EDUCATIONAL ASSESSMENT: ASSESSING STUDENT LEARNING IN THE CLASSROOM (1-1) 1.5 HOURS Learn the history of the exceptional in relation to education, current law, accepted methods for referral, assessment, and identification of students. Look at major program models and methods of differentiating instruction to meet the rate and level of learning of identified students that will allow you to meet the affective needs of the gifted and talented student in your classroom. 30 CPDUs 4226 PTCH 63-800 September 12 – November 18 $199

ONLINE VESi

BEHAVIOR IS LANGUAGE: STRATEGIES FOR MANAGING DISRUPTIVE BEHAVIOR (1-1) 1.5 HOURS Learn behavioral techniques and intervention strategies that remediate disruptive behavior, reduce power struggles, increase classroom control, and reduce burnout and feelings of ineffectiveness, without increasing the work load. You will gain a new perspective on students’ behavior and learn effective tools for facilitating positive student changes. 45 CPDUs 4227 PTCH 64-800 September 12 – November 18 $199

ONLINE VESi

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ONLINE VESi

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4221 PTCH 35-800 ONLINE September 12 – September 30 $229 B. Bullard

Denotes course qualifies for teacher CPDUs. 10

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Career & Workforce—Professional Development SOCIAL, EMOTIONAL AND BEHAVIORAL ISSUES IN EDUCATION (1-2) 2 HOURS These courses will assist K-12 educators in becoming better prepared for many of the issues that may hinder student performance. Attention Deficit Disorder Learn the complete history of ADD along with accepted and experimental methods of treatment. Review current treatments of the disorder and practical intervention strategies designed to increase on-task behavior while decreasing disruptive and off-task behaviors in the classroom. 30 CPDUs 4228 PTCH 65-800 September 12 – November 18 $199

ONLINE VESi

Autism and Aspergers Disorder Understand the characteristics of the disorder, learning styles associated with the disorder, communication weaknesses, and various intervention strategies that have proven to be successful when working with students with autism spectrum disorders. 30 CPDUs 4229 PTCH 65-801 September 12 – November 18 $199

ONLINE VESi

Child Abuse Identify and effectively teach students affected by child abuse or neglect. You will learn to recognize the signs of physical abuse, emotional abuse, sexual abuse, physical neglect, emotional neglect and gain an understanding of factors which exist in families who abuse or neglect their children. 30 CPDUs 4230 PTCH 65-802 September 12 – November 18 $199

ONLINE VESi

Drugs and Alcohol in Schools Gain a more comprehensive understanding of alcohol, drugs, and their influences in your classroom. Utilize a contextual framework for understanding what students may be experiencing through their own substance use or the impact of substance use around them. 30 CPDUs 4231 PTCH 65-803 September 12 – November 18 $199

ONLINE VESi

Harassment, Bullying, and Cyber-Intimidation Learn the personal, social, and legal ramifications associated with sexual harassment, bullying, and cyber-intimidation. We will then explore preventative strategies as well as how school staff can address these issues when they occur. 30 CPDUs 4232 PTCH 65-804 September 12 – November 18 $199

ONLINE

Inclusion You will identify and describe the role and responsibilities of special and general educators in providing special education services to students in inclusive classrooms. Discover placement options school systems can use to provide special education services to students with disabilities and gain an understanding of procedures educators can use in determining whether these students can be educated in the regular classroom. 30 CPDUs 4233 PTCH 65-805 September 12 – November 18 $199

ONLINE VESi

Teaching Diversity Gain the knowledge and tools to facilitate a diverse classroom. You will learn how students’ learning is influenced by individual experiences, talents, disabilities, gender, language, culture, family and community values. 30 CPDUs 4234 PTCH 65-806 September 12 – November 18 $199

ONLINE VESi

Traumatized Children Learn to identify and effectively teach students affected by stress, trauma, or violence. You will learn about specific factors existing in families and communities where stress and violence are common. A major emphasis is on helping you understand the special learning needs of these students and how to meet their needs in the classroom. 30 CPDUs 4235 PTCH 65-807 September 12 – November 18 $199

VESi

Family-Centered Services Gain new a new perspective on serving the needs of young children and their families. You will learn what is meant by family-centered services as it applies to diverse systems of care, gain an understanding of family diversity, and explore the major stress factors facing families today. 30 CPDUs 4238 PTCH 66-800 September 12 – November 18 $199

ONLINE VESi

Program Planning Learn to plan and implement developmentally appropriate programs for young children from birth through age eight. You will learn curriculum, assessment, evaluation, and program planning as these terms apply to early childhood education. We will examine historical perspectives and theories of child development, best practice for early childhood education and key concepts and specific activities for teaching various curricular content areas. 45 CPDUs 4239 PTCH 66-801 September 12 – November 18 $199

ONLINE VESi

Observation and Assessment Explore observation and assessment instruments, as well as recommended practices and available resources for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Content includes an emphasis on observing young children and assessing their early childhood learning environments. 45 CPDUs 4240 PTCH 66-802 September 12 – November 18 $199

ONLINE VESi

Advanced Classroom Management Learn about cognitive and cognitive-behavioral interventions (often categorized together under the rubric “social skills”) with a special emphasis on teaching students how to change and manage their own behavior. 30 CPDUs 4237 PTCH 65-809 September 12 – November 18 $199

EARLY CHILDHOOD These courses are especially designed to assist Early Childhood educators. Family Centered Services & Infant and Toddler Mental Health qualify for 30 CPDUs. Program Planning, Observation and Assessment, and Typical and Atypical Development qualify for 45 CPDUs.

ONLINE

Violence in Schools Gain a foundational understanding of violence and motivational purposes behind aggression. You will investigate the correlation and impact of the media, community and family upon violence, and learn methods for identifying, and working with out-ofcontrol behaviors. 30 CPDUs 4236 PTCH 65-808 September 12 – November 18 $199

Teacher Education

ONLINE VESi

Typical and Atypical Development Discover contemporary best practice and perspectives on early childhood development. Content includes patterns and sequences of typical development for children from birth to six years. Emphasis is on individual differences, cultural influences, and the impact of developmental delay and disability during infancy, toddlerhood, and the preschool years. Discussion will also include instructional technology (IT) and assistive technology (AT) applications for this population. 45 CPDUs 4241 PTCH 66-803 September 12 – November 18 $199

ONLINE VESi

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Career & Workforce—Professional Development

Security Officer Infant and Toddler Mental Health Achieve a better understanding of infant and toddler mental health, child development, and strategies that can be used to promote positive relationships with children and their families. Understand and identify your role as a child care provider, educator, and early childhood professional. 30 CPDUs 4242 PTCH 66-804 September 12 – November 18 $199

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UNDERSTANDING AGGRESSION (1-2) 2 HOURS Gain a better understanding of how aggression affects the lives of children and the community at large. We will consider the many forms of aggression, its costs and motivation, its perpetrators and targets, its impact on our schools’ children, and its causes and promising solutions. Topics include: violence and the challenge of raising and working with children; aggression in our classrooms; American youth gangs and their influence; past and future sports violence; “hot spot” locations of frequent violence; and the aggression-promoting role of alcohol, temperature, driving, television and other features of modern life. 45 CPDUs 4243 PTCH 67-800 September 12 – November 18 $199

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LEARNING DISABILITIES (1-2) 2 HOURS Explore diverse theoretical approaches, considering major trends and unresolved issues in the field of Learning Disabilities. Learn to lay the foundations for sensitive and appropriate assessment and evaluation of students, improve program planning and implementation, convey the importance of and the need for a close, positive partnership with parents or alternative caregivers. The four chapters of this course will highlight new, sometimes controversial, but always relevant views or practices to this most dynamic of educational fields. 45 CPDUs 4244 PTCH 68-800 September 12 – November 18 $199

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TEACHING ELEMENTARY MATH CONCEPTUALLY (2-0) 2 HOURS Learn to explain and connect the major concepts, procedures, and reasoning processes of mathematics. Current research and trends in math education will be discussed to outline a teaching methodology that is conceptual, contextual, and constructive. Activities are presented to explain underlying concepts and illustrate constructive teaching. The course has been divided into four chapters covering four math topics: number sense, addition and subtraction, multiplication and division, and fractions. 30 CPDUs 4310 PTCH 69-800 September 12 – November 18 $199 12

Security Officer SECURITY OFFICER BASIC TRAINING (1.5-0) 1.5 HOURS Prepare yourself for a career in the security field as an unarmed security guard. You will earn state certification and be eligible for employment with a certified agency under the Illinois Private Detective, Private Security and Private Alarm Act by successfully completing this 20-hour Basic Training program. Learn the security code of ethics, public and human relations, Illinois Criminal code, fire and accident prevention, patrol procedures, liabilities, report writing, use of force, and search and seizure procedures. 4255 PPSI 5-001 Monday-Thursday September 12-15 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. $199 Room T335

Grayslake Campus 4 Sessions S. Dick

4256 PPSI 5-002 Grayslake Campus Monday-Friday, October 10-14 5 Sessions 6:00-10:00 p.m. $199 Room T335 S. Dick 4257 PPSI 5-003 Grayslake Campus Monday-Friday, December 5-9 5 Sessions 6:00-10:00 p.m. $199 Room T335 S. Dick

SECURITY OFFICER FIREARM TRAINING (1.5-0) 1.5 HOURS If you have completed the 20-hour basic security officer course or possess a current PERC card, you may be ready to gain employment as an armed security guard. As mandated by the Illinois Private Detective, Private Security, and Private Alarm Act, you will learn the legal use of firearms, liability while armed, take a firearms safety test, and qualify at the firing range. A current Illinois Firearm Identification Card (FOID) is mandatory to receive firearms training. Prerequisites: Security Officer Basic Training or current PERC, and valid FOID card. Exception for non-Illinois residents: If your state does not require you to have a Firearm Identification Card (FOID) we will accept your valid PERC as proof of eligibility. Please call the department at 847 5432615 for more information. 4258 PPSI 6-001 Grayslake Campus Tuesday-Friday, October 24-28 4 Sessions 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. $249 Room T334 S. Dick Note: Class meets on Friday at a local firing range.

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Firearms Re-Qualification Current Armed Security Officers may complete their annual weapon re-qualification per Illinois State requirements by attending the last two days of the Security Officer Firearms Training course (PPSI 6). The first day is a review with the second day of the course will be held at a local firing range. Participants that are Illinois residents must have a valid Illinois Firearm Identification Card, and a valid PERC card. Enrollment for this program is by department consent; please call the department at (847) 543-2615 for more details.

ASP TACTICAL HANDCUFFING CERTIFICATION This program trains the security officer in the proper use and application of handcuffing and the ASP TRIFold Disposable Restraints. The TRI-folds are specifically design to law enforcement standards and can be easily and rapidly applied. The ASP Handcuffs provide a major advantage in both the design and construction of wrist restraints. Upon successful completion students will receive a certification from ASP in the use and deployment of Tactical Handcuffing. 4259 PPSI 8-001 Saturday, November 12 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. $99 Room T335

Grayslake Campus 1 Session S. Dick

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Career & Workforce—Professional Development

Home Inspection

Truck Driver Training

Get on the road to a better career! Take the road to a better career with Truck Driver Training. The U.S. Department of Labor states that this field continues to grow. The need for qualified truck drivers increases every year. Learn the knowledge and skills to prepare for and pass the state-issued Commercial Drivers License (CDL) exams. You will learn CDL laws, use of controls, safe-driving techniques, and defensive driving. Training proved by Eagle Training Services.

Job placement assistance provided!

For more information, visit wpdi.clcillinois.edu/truck or call, (847) 543-2615.

TRUCK DRIVER TRAINING (CDL) BASIC 160 (10-0) 10 HOURS This 160-hour basic training course will prepare you for a career as a commercial truck driver. Gain the knowledge and skills to prepare for the state-issued Commercial Drivers License (CDL) exams, including the permit test, pre-trip inspection test, skills tests, and road tests. You will learn CDL laws, use of controls, safe driving techniques, and defensive driving. The course includes classroom instruction and behind-the-wheel training and utilizes practices tests designed to prepare you for the CDL permit exam. Prerequisites: Students must have a valid Illinois Drivers License Class “D” or above. They may not have committed a serious traffic violation in a commercial motor vehicle within the past 12 months. Students must provide a copy of their Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) from the Secretary of State’s Office prior to enrollment. Students must not have any physical limitation which affects their driving ability and have use of all their limbs, both eyes, corrected or not, and not be legally deaf. Students currently on bond or parole are not eligible for the program. All CDL testing is conducted in English, students must be able to speak, read, write and understand English.

Truck Driving / Home Inspection

4251 PCDL 1-001 Monday-Friday August 8-September 2 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $4100 Room T334

Grayslake Campus 20 Sessions

4252 PCDL 1-002 Monday-Friday September 7-October 5 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $4100 Room T334

Grayslake Campus 20 Sessions

4253 PCDL 1-003 Monday-Friday October 10-November 4 8:00 a.m.-4:30p.m $4100 Room T334

Grayslake Campus 20 Sessions

4254 PCDL 1-004 Monday-Friday November 7-December 7 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $4100 Room T334

Grayslake Campus 20 Sessions

A course designed to prepare students to take the state licensing examination for home inspectors is offered by Continuing Professional Development at CLC. This 60-hour course, which is approved by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, covers all the major elements of home inspection. In addition to meeting the course requirement (Course Code PRLE 40), State of Illinois Licensing Examination applicants must be high school graduates and a minimum of 21 years of age. Licensing of home inspectors in the State of Illinois has been required since January 2003. The home inspection course is designed to meet the needs of hose with a working knowledge of contracting, the building trades, architecture, or engineering. Others who may benefit are appraisers, adjusters, and property managers as well as home inspectors who need a refresher before taking the state licensing exam. For more information, call (847) 543-2615.

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HOME INSPECTION (4-0) 4 HOURS This pre-licensing course is approved by the Department of Banks and Real Estate and covers the major elements of home inspection. Successfully completing this 60-hour course allows individuals to take the Illinois state exam. Students should be aware that to open their own Home Inspection business, there are additional costs to consider such as insurance and equipment. The State requires all 60 hours of instruction. For additional information, please call (847) 5432615. Prerequisite: This course is intended for people who have some working knowledge of the building trades. 4219 PRLE 40-001 Tuesdays and Thursdays September 27 – November 17 6:00-10:00 p.m. $799 Room TBA

Southlake Campus 16 Sessions T. Fisher

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Green Technology / Industry & Safety

Career & Workforce—Professional Development

Green Technology BASIC PHOTOVOLTAICS (.5-0) 0.5 HOUR Do you have the desire to go green at home or your business? Learn the basics of photovoltaic systems that are able to convert light directly into electrical energy. You will understand how PV works, identify the four PV system types, describe and identify components, understand the best application and limitations of each system type and define the solar window. Gain the knowledge of energy efficiency and load estimates, identify PV mounting types and understand the basics of site assessment tools. Students should bring a calculator to class. Materials are included in the course fee. 4389 PTEC 20-001 Saturday, October 29 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $129 Room T326

Grayslake Campus 1 Session S. Allen

SOLAR DOMESTIC HOT WATER SYSTEMS A household can save 50% or more in energy costs annually, by incorporating a Solar Domestic Hot Water system. Learn the sun’s energy is used for showers, sinks, and clothes washers. These systems are easy to install and often pay for themselves in energy savings in just a few years. Materials are included in fee. 4390 PTEC 21-001 Saturday, September 17 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $129 Room T326

Grayslake Campus 1 Session A. Smith

Industry & Safety FLAGGER CERTIFICATION AND WORK ZONE SAFETY Prepare for your first day on the job by familiarizing yourself with the essential issues of worker safety and work zone traffic control. The National Safety Council’s Flagger Training Programs are nationally recognized and meet or exceed both the MUTCD (Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices) guidelines and the ANSI standard ISEA-107-1999 to keep your crew and motorists safe. This course is designed for the novice flagger working a 1-to-2 person operation seeking training and certification. Experienced flaggers should take the course for credential renewal. All certification and material fees are included. 4180 PSFT 1-001 Saturday, August 27 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. $125 Room T333

Grayslake Campus 1 Session J. Lewis

On October 13, 2011, The College of Lake County will host a workshop to provide training to landscape professionals, municipalities and forest preserve managers in natural lawn and sustainable landscapes programs.

Natural Lawn Care and Sustainable Landscapes Workshops This half-day event will include the two tracts, natural lawn care and sustainable landscaping. Industry experts will present techniques, products, and resources necessary to implement successful and cost-effective programs. Separate panel discussions will explore concerns such as marketing ‘sustainable’ programs, conducting effective outreach programs, and policy/ordinances. Partners include the Lawn to Lake Program, Liberty Prairie Conservancy, and the CLC Sustainability Center and Continuing Professional Development. For more information call (847) 543-2615. Workshop attendees may be interested in attending Propane Conversion for Small Engines (PTEC 29) in the afternoon

NEW! PROPANE CONVERSION FOR SMALL ENGINES Designed for landscape and lawn care professional interested in learning how to convert small to midsized gasoline engines to propane. In this step-bystep, how-to-do-it-yourself session, experts from Altfuel LLC will demonstrate an actual conversion. Participants will benefit with direct instruction from propane retrofit converter kit experts. Course includes an overview on using propane, emissions reduction, local ordinances related to air pollution and noise control and refreshments. Altfuel LLC was founded in 2009 to manufacture gasoline to propane conversion kits which will power small 4stroke carbureted gasoline engines. 4412 PTEC 29-001 Thursday, October 13 1:00-4:30 p.m. $49 Room TBA

Grayslake Campus 1 Session Altfuel

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Career & Workforce—Professional Development Computer Skills This 10-hour class is intended for entry level workers and is taught by Gilbert Velez, an OSHA-authorized trainer with more than 20 years of experience. Become more knowledgeable about workplace hazards, your rights, and contribute to a safer, more productive work environment.

NEW! OSHA 10-HOUR GENERAL INDUSTRY Help create a safe workplace and meet compliance standards in this fast-paced 10 hour course. You will learn OSHA regulations, frequently cited violations, and how to help your employer meet and maintain a safe work environment. Some of the specific topics include walking and working surfaces, hazard communication, electrical, emergency action plans, and fire protection. Upon successful completion, participants will receive an OSHA “10-hour” card. 4181 PSFT 10-001 Thursday and Friday September 8 and 9 8:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. $199 Room T333

Grayslake Campus 2 Sessions G. Velez

New to Computers – Introductory Skills Use of a computer is necessary in almost any career you choose. In many ways, Outlook, Email and the Internet have taken the place of phone calls and letter writing as quick forms of communication. If you are switching careers out of necessity or to try something new, our professional instructors will help you improve your computer skills.

COMPUTER ORIENTATION I: FIRST TIME PC USERS Whatever your past experience, you can become a confident, self-sufficient computer user. Most jobs today require the use of a computer on a daily basis. If you are looking for a change in your career or you are thinking of returning to school for professional training, begin with computer training to aid you with your job search, organizing your day, and researching your studies. In this hands-on class you will learn what you need to manage your computer system, avoid and

Computer Skills solve problems, reduce dependence on others, communicate effectively…and put those who have been intimidating you in their place! Textbook is included in the fee. 4344 PCTR 1-001 Tuesday & Thursday September 6 & 8 1:00-4:00 p.m. $99 Room V102

Southlake Campus 2 Sessions C. Menes

NEW! COMPUTER ORIENTATIONTHE WEB Learn the basic skills needed to search the Web, navigate with the address bar, and search for websites. Small classroom size and hands-on experience will help you learn to search swiftly without jeopardizing your personal information. Discuss security risks and identify security software. Learn about Malware and restoring your system, and conducting business online, such as shopping, banking, and job searches. 4373 PCTR 2-001 Tuesday & Thursday October 4 & 6 1:00-4:00 p.m. $99 Room V102

Southlake Campus 2 Sessions C. Menes

NEW! COMPUTER ORIENTATIONWELCOME TO EMAIL Begin class by creating your own personal email account. Learn to check email, reply to, save and safeguard your account and personal information. Create a contact file and organize your email. Discuss spam, junk email and learn to block senders. 4374 PCTR 3-001 Tuesday & Thursday October 18 & 20 1:00-4:00 p.m. $99 Room V102

Southlake Campus 2 Sessions C. Menes

INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS/ WINDOWS (.5-0) 0.5 HOUR Build your awareness and confidence in using personal computers. This course will explore working with the windows desktop, using my computer features, creating and managing folders, files and shortcuts, and using web integration features. Textbook is included. 4380 PCTR 5-001 Monday, November 14 8:30-4:30 p.m. $199 Room T338

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Grayslake Campus 1 Session Staff

Career & Workforce—Professional Development

Computer Skills Microsoft Applications These Microsoft software applications are offered in MS Office 2007 and the newest version MS Office 2010.

INTRODUCTION TO WORD (.5-0) 0.5 HOUR Effectively create, edit, format, save, and print letters, business documents, and other professional documents. Other topics include adding tables and graphics as well as the use of tools to ensure the accuracy of documents. Textbook is included. Introduction to Word 2007 4324 PCTR 10-001 Wednesday, September 7 8:30 a.m.-4:30p.m $199 Room T338

Grayslake Campus 1 Session A. Sarrazine

New! Introduction to Word 2010 4345 PCTR 10-002 Grayslake Campus Wednesday, October 5 1 Session 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $199 Room T338 A. Sarrazine INTERMEDIATE MICROSOFT WORD (.5-0) 0.5 HOUR Explore some of the more sophisticated features of word processing. Manage data in lists, customize tables and charts, work with custom styles, modify pictures in a document, customize graphic elements, control text flow, perform mail merges, automate custom tasks and document creation. Textbook is included. Prerequisite: Introduction to Microsoft Word Intermediate Word 2007 4325 PCTR 11-001 Wednesday, September 14 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $199 Room T338

Grayslake Campus 1 Session A. Sarrazine

New! Intermediate Word 2010 4346 PCTR 11-002 Grayslake Campus Wednesday, October 12 1 Session 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $199 Room T338 A. Sarrazine

ADVANCED MICROSOFT WORD (.5-0) 0.5 HOUR Discover advanced features of word processing. Learn to use Word with other programs, collaborate on documents, add reference marks and notes to a document, secure documents and document information, create web pages, create a form and use XML. Textbook is included. Prerequisite: Intermediate Word or equivalent Advanced Word 2007 4326 PCTR 12-001 Wednesday, September 21 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $199 Room T338

New! Advanced Word 2010 4347 PCTR 12-002 Monday, October 17 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $199 Room T338

A. Sarrazine Grayslake Campus 1 Session A. Sarrazine

INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT EXCEL (.5-0) 0.5 HOUR Learn to create spreadsheet worksheets, modify the contents and the appearance of these worksheets, and print them. Other topics include performing calculations, and developing and printing a workbook. Textbook is included. Introduction to Excel 2007 4327 PCTR 15-002 Monday, September 12 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $199 Room V102 4349 PCTR 15-004 Monday, September 26 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $199 Room T338

Grayslake Campus 1 Session

Southlake Campus 1 Session J. Besser Grayslake Campus 1 Session C. Horwitz

New! Introduction to Excel 2010 4328 PCTR 15-003 Southlake Campus Tuesday, October 18 1 Session 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $199 Room V104 J. Besser 4348 PCTR 15-001 Wednesday, November 30 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $199 Room T338

Grayslake Campus 1 Session J. Besser

INTERMEDIATE MICROSOFT EXCEL (.5-0) 0.5 HOUR Learn how to work faster and more productively by using many of Excel’s powerful Work faster and more productively by using many of Excel’s powerful features. Create and apply templates and charts, work with graphic objects, calculate with advanced formulas, sort and filter data, and use Excel with the Web. Textbook is included. Prerequisite: Introduction to Microsoft Excel or equivalent knowledge Intermediate Excel 2007 4329 PCTR 16-002 Monday, September 26 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $199 Room V102 4351 PCTR 16-004 Monday, October 3 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $199 Room T338

Southlake Campus 1 Session J. Besser Grayslake Campus 1 Session C. Horwitz

New! Intermediate Excel 2010 4330 PCTR 16-003 Southlake Campus Tuesday, October 25 1 Session 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $199 Room V102 J. Besser 4350 PCTR 16-001 Wednesday, December 7 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $199 Room T338

Grayslake Campus 1 Session J. Besser

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Career & Workforceâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Professional Development ADVANCED MICROSOFT EXCEL (.5-0) 0.5 HOUR Explore tools for analyzing, importing and exporting data, and customizing workbooks. Learn to collaborate with others using workbooks and structure those workbooks using XML. Textbook is included. Prerequisite: Intermediate Microsoft Excel or equivalent knowledge Advanced Excel 2007 4331 PCTR 17-002 Monday, October 3 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $199 Room V102 4353 PCTR 17-004 Monday, October 24 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $199 Room T338

New! Advanced Excel 2010 4332 PCTR 17-003 Tuesday, November 1 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $199 Room V102 4352 PCTR 17-001 Thursday, December 15 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $199 Room T338

Southlake Campus 1 Session J. Besser Grayslake Campus 1 Session C. Horwitz Southlake Campus 1 Session J. Besser Grayslake Campus 1 Session J. Besser

INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT ACCESS (.5-0) 0.5 HOUR Use this powerful database to store, locate, print, and automate access to any type of important information. Explore how to design a database and how to create, view, and edit relational tables. Create and modify queries, forms, and reports. Textbook is included. Introduction to Access 2007 4354 PCTR 20-001 Thursday, September 15 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $199 Room V102

Southlake Campus 1 Session B. Pistella

New! Introduction to Access 2010 4355 PCTR 20-002 Grayslake Campus Wednesday, October 19 1 Session 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $199 Room T338 B. Pistella 4356 PCTR 20-003 Wednesday, November 30 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $199 Room V102

Southlake Campus 1 Session

INTERMEDIATE MICROSOFT ACCESS (.5-0) 0.5 HOUR Increase efficiency by sharing Access-stored data with other applications. Modify the design of a table to streamline data entry and maintain data integrity. Filter records and create custom and advanced forms and reports. Textbook is included. Prerequisite: Introduction to Microsoft Access or equivalent knowledge Intermediate Access 2007 4357 PCTR 21-001 Thursday, September 22 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $199 Room V102

Southlake Campus 1 Session B. Pistella

New! Intermediate Access 2010 4358 PCTR 21-002 Grayslake Campus Wednesday, October 26 1 Session 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $199 Room T338 B. Pistella 4359 PCTR 21-003 Wednesday, December 7 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $199 Room V102

Southlake Campus 1 Session B. Pistella

ADVANCED MICROSOFT ACCESS (.5-0) 0.5 HOUR Master the advanced tools of Access software to create sophisticated queries, forms, and reports. Learn to perform general database maintenance and write macros to automate common tasks. Textbook is included. Prerequisite: Intermediate Microsoft Access or equivalent knowledge Advanced Access 2007 4360 PCTR 22-001 Thursday, October 6 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $199 Room V104

Southlake Campus 1 Session B. Pistella

Computer Skills INTRODUCTION TO POWERPOINT (.5-0) 0.5 HOUR PowerPoint is an intuitive, powerful presentation graphics program that enables you to create dynamic, multimedia presentations for a variety of functions. You will create, design and deliver a presentation that uses clip art, animation and sound. You will also learn to insert and modify a chart, link a spreadsheet to your presentation and learn to insert SmartArt Graphics. Introduction to PowerPoint 2007 4363 PCTR 30-001 Grayslake Campus Monday & Wednesday 2 Sessions September 12 & 14 5:30-9:30 p.m. $199 Room T338 A. Sarrazine

INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT PROJECT (.5-0) 0.5 HOUR Create a project plan file and enter task information. Learn to create a work breakdown structure by organizing and setting task relationships, assign project resources, and finalize the project plan file. Textbook is included. 4366 PCTR 70-001 Friday, November 11 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $199 Room T338

Grayslake Campus 1 Session J. Besser

ADVANCED MICROSOFT PROJECT (.5-0) 0.5 HOUR Expand your knowledge of Microsoft Project features as you exchange project plan data with other applications, update a project plan, create custom reports, and re-use existing project plan data information. Textbook is included. 4367 PCTR 71-001 Friday, November 18 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $199 Room T338

Grayslake Campus 1 Session J. Besser

New! Advanced Access 2010 4361 PCTR 22-002 Wednesday, November 2 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $199 Room T338

Grayslake Campus 1 Session

4362 PCTR 22-003 Wednesday, December 14 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $199 Room V102

Southlake Campus 1 Session

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Graphic Design & Multimedia

Career & Workforceâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Professional Development ADOBE ILLUSTRATOR: LEVEL I (.5-0) 0.5 HOUR Draw and manipulate simple shapes to create logos using the advance tools. Combine text and graphics to create dynamic advertisements. Textbook is included Adobe Illustrator Level I-MAC 4335 PCTR 65-001 Grayslake Campus Tuesday & Thursday 2 Sessions September 20 & 22 6:00-10:00 p.m. $199 Room T323 D. Threats

Graphic Design & Multimedia Some computer skills classes can qualify for teacher CPDUs. Call (847) 543-2515 to find out how. Some computers classes are offered on the web through ed2go. Go to www.ed2go.com/clc-pro Graphic Designers and Multimedia experts are needed in many areas of business, marketing and the entertainment industry. Use these skills to change careers or develop new ways to enhance your current career with more creative newsletters, flyers and brochures. New Adobe classes are added each semester and are held in either on a PC Computer or in our Portable MAC Lab. See course descriptions and scheduled sections for lab. All classes are taught on Version CS5.

ADOBE PHOTOSHOP: LEVEL I (.5-0) 0.5 HOUR Create and enhance graphics for marketing materials, newsletters, blogs, and websites. If you are a professional who wants to prepare photos for print or web, or enhance your work for the web or print, you will benefit from the skills learned in Photoshop. You should be familiar with the basic functions of their computerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s operating system such as creating folders, launching programs, and have the basic skills such as copying and pasting objects, formatting text, and saving files. A textbook is included. Adobe Photoshop Level 1-PC 4381 PCTR 40-002 Grayslake Campus Tuesday & Thursday 2 Sessions September 13 & 15 5:30-9:30 p.m. $199 Room T338 E. Lopez Adobe Photoshop Level I-Mac 4333 PCTR 40-001 Grayslake Campus Tuesday & Thursday 2 Sessions November 15 & 17 6:00-10:00 p.m. $199 Room T323 D. Threats 18

ADOBE PHOTOSHOP: LEVEL II (.5-0) 0.5 HOUR Build on the techniques learned in Photoshop Level I by adding colors to the Swatches palette, applying patterns and gradients by adding overlay layer styles. Use painting tools, filters and blending modes to simulate different media; create Smart Objects and edit images. You should be familiar with the basic functions of your computers operating system. A textbook is included. Prerequisite: Adobe Photoshop: Level I or equivalent knowledge

ADOBE ILLUSTRATOR: LEVEL II (.5-0) 0.5 HOUR Create complex and robust illustrations, manage color across a range of devices, and control how illustrations print and appear on the web. Learn to preview creations in mobile devices. Textbook is included. Prerequisite: Adobe Illustrator: Level I or equivalent knowledge Adobe Illustrator Level II-MAC 4336 PCTR 66-001 Grayslake Campus Tuesday & Thursday 2 Sessions October 4 & 6 6:00-10:00 p.m. $199 Room T323 D. Threats

ADOBE INDESIGN: LEVEL I (.5-0) 0.5 HOUR Learn how to create in the InDesign environment by exploring the elements, setting preferences and defaults, and using InDesign Help. Create a document by placing text, graphics and using color swatches. Place Photoshop images in document frames and create layers and export documents to PDF. You will also learn how to prepare a document for commercial printing. You will need a basic knowledge of working in the computer environment such as saving files, using different fonts and inserting text. A textbook is included. InDesign: Level I-MAC 4337 PCTR 75-001 Tuesday & Thursday October 18 & 20 6:00-10:00 p.m. $199 Room T323

Grayslake Campus 2 Sessions D. Threats

Adobe Photoshop Level II-PC 4382 PCTR 41-002 Grayslake Campus Tuesday & Thursday 2 Sessions September 27 & 29 5:30-9:30 p.m. $199 Room T338 E. Lopez Adobe Photoshop Level II-MAC 4334 PCTR 41-001 Grayslake Campus Tuesday & Thursday 2 Sessions November 29 & December 1 6:00-10:00 p.m. $199 Room T323 D. Threats QUESTIONS? CALL (847) 543-2615

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Business and Leadership Development

ADOBE INDESIGN: LEVEL II (.5-0) 0.5 HOUR Build on your knowledge of InDesign techniques by setting up multiple-page spreads; creating tint and gradient swatches, and evenly space and align items. Create and edit vector paths; create and edit clipping paths and wrap type on a path. Edit text with the Story Editor; insert special characters and create column, frame and page breaks. A textbook is included. Prerequisite: Adobe InDesign, Level I or equivalent knowledge of the software. InDesign: Level II-MAC 4338 PCTR 76-001 Tuesday & Thursday November 1 & 3 6:00-10:00 p.m. $199 Room T323

Grayslake Campus 2 Sessions D. Threats

MACROMEDIA FLASH 8 (.5-0) 0.5 HOUR You will be introduced to the features and functions of Macromedia Flash 8. The topics covered include creating objects and animations in Flash 8 and creating and manipulating a wide variety of objects ranging from a simple graphic design to a complex animation sequence. A textbook is included. 4383 PCTR 80-001 Tuesday & Thursday November 8 & 10 5:30-9:30 p.m. $199 Room T338

Grayslake Campus 2 Sessions E. Lopez

INTRODUCTION TO DREAMWEAVER (.5-0) 0.5 HOUR Design, build, and upload a website using Dreamweaver. Identify the basic issues concerning proper site design and navigation. Define a site, organize and maintain web pages, add links, create anchors and use images. Textbook is included. Dreamweaver - PC 4384 PCTR 85-001 Tuesday & Thursday October 11 & 13 5:30-9:30 p.m. $199 Room T338

Grayslake Campus 2 Sessions E. Lopez

Business and Leadership Development NEW! SUPERVISORY AND LEADERSHIP CERTIFICATE-ONLINE Ensuring the efficiency of your team is the key to your success and is your most important responsibility. Learn about effective delegation, performance management, and writing performance reviews. Discuss the specifics of the supervisor’s role and responsibilities, and strategies for improving your overall effectiveness as a leader. After completing this class, you will be able to self-assess your own competencies, know what you need to do to maximize your effectiveness as a supervisor, and employ strategies to create productive and cooperative staff relationships. Get practical, easy to understand, and insightful methods for new and even experienced supervisors and managers.

This is an instructor-led, online course that cannot be accessed through Blackboard. Please contact our office for access information to the online course. Call (847) 543-2615 or email professionalworkshops@clcillinois.edu

4184 PPRO 47-801 ONLINE Tuesday, September 6 – October 28 $395 UGotClass

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Business and Leadership Development Develop your interpersonal skills to creatively and productively adapt to a variety of situations to achieve more productive outcomes. Continuing Professional Development’s NEW Leadership and Performance Management Series consists of five programs that utilize a “building-block” technique approach. When completed, you will be equipped with the most comprehensive and applicable management skills available. The first course in the series, Managing your Interpersonal Style for Greater Success, focuses on your interpersonal style and how your behavior impacts others. Subsequent courses in the program, offered in future semesters, include: Situational Leadership, Performance Management, Team Development, and three individual leadership coaching Sessions.

About the Instructor - Ed Hendricks, instructor and principal of Dynamic Developments Education and Training – course developer, has over twenty years experience in leadership and performance management, presentation skills, and sales training. Ed has delivered training to a global audience consisting of employees, managers, and leaders of organizations. He has received national recognition as a subject matter expert and leader in the training community.

Career & Workforce—Professional Development NEW! MANAGING YOUR INTERPERSONAL STYLE FOR GREATER SUCCESS You will develop skills in managing relations by learning to take appropriate actions when relating to the four behavior styles with respect to their interpersonal needs, treatment of time, decision making and under stress. This first 2-day Session consists of four modules designed to help you understand your interpersonal style and adapt it to work in better relationship to others styles. Prior to the program, you will complete an interpersonal style survey via website. This fully validated and reliable report is utilized throughout the workshop and future Sessions. The report will help you gain a thorough understanding of how your behavior impacts the actions of others. With this knowledge, you will gain valuable insights into the unique interpersonal dynamics that affect the quality of one’s daily interactions with others. Specifically, the report provides a wealth of developmental feedback for you which are outlined below: • Understanding and Interpreting Feedback • Accepting Feedback • Interpersonal Style Traits and Impact on Others • Dealing with Relationship Tension and Identifying Sources of Tension • Forming Partnerships and Gaining Commitment • Preferred Learning Environment • Decision Making • Behavior in a Leadership Role • Strategies for More Effective Working Relationships • Action Planning Ideas for Improved Performance 4192 PPRO 89-001 Thursday & Friday October 6 & 7 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. $499 Room T333

Grayslake Campus 2 Sessions E. Hendricks

Successful Leadership: A Practical Approach for Developing Successful & Loyal Employees Join us for breakfast and leave as a role model for your organization! Ed Hendricks, renowned leadership expert, will provide an overview of what it takes to be an effective, versatile leader. Put your new skills into practice as soon as you return to work!

Friday, September 16 7:30 – 9:30 a.m. Grayslake Campus / Room T326 Cost: $29 (includes breakfast) To register or for more information, call (847) 543-2615 Space is limited. Registration deadline - September 9.

NEW! MAKE NO MISTAKE PROOFREADING SHORTCUTS Effective communication is a critical business competency. In fact, professional success is often directly related to proficiency in this area. With the increasing use of e-mail, skills in written communication are required to survive and thrive in today’s business world. This program uses a blend of essential knowledge and intensive skill practice to enhance writing accuracy, clarity and impact. It covers common misconceptions about writing and incorporates many examples of correct and incorrect practices. In addition to detailed writing tips, a review of the “three stages of message creation” provides a “big picture” perspective. 4182 PPRO 9-001 Friday, October 28 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. $129 Room T333

Grayslake Campus 1 Session D. Scott

BUSINESS WRITING (.5-0) 0.5 HOUR This course will provide the opportunity to organize, draft, and revise e-mails, letters, and memos to achieve greater impact and clarity for the reader. Participants will create, proof, and edit actual business communications to improve their practical writing skills. 4185 PPRO 66-001 Friday, October 14 & 21 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. $199 Room T332

Grayslake Campus 2 Sessions D. Scott

DIVERSITY OF COMMUNICATION Become a more effective communicator by identifying your personal strengths and areas for development in communication. You will discover the connection between thinking style and communication style, how to identify communication “preferences”, and the impact of these communication styles on interactions. Using Hermann’s Whole Brain Model, you will examine the range of thinking styles that directly impact communication and identify key elements of effective listening. 4186 PPRO 68-001 Friday, November 4 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. $129 Room T333

Grayslake Campus 1 Session D. Scott

NEGOTIATING TO AGREEMENT (.5-0) 0.5 HOUR This Session will examine the role of negotiation-both formal and informal. Negotiation can be used to develop solid working agreements and build relationships with clients and co-workers. The Session combines experiential activities, role-plays, analysis, and discussion to build working negotiation skills. 4187 PPRO 72-001 Friday, December 2 & 9 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. $199 Room T333

Grayslake Campus 2 Sessions D. Scott

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Career & Workforce—Professional Development

Project Management Training PROJECT MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL (PMP) EXAM PREP (.5-0) 0.5 HOUR Join us for this intensive, one-day Session designed to get you on the path to achieving your goal of becoming PMP certified. What should you focus on? What are some tips to keep in mind to help answer the tough questions? You will leave this Session with everything you need to prepare for passing the exam. Comprehensive study material is provided including a hard copy of the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide), a top rated exam preparation book, and a CD that provides a simulated exam testing experience. The Session is facilitated by a certified PMP with experience helping people prepare and pass the certification exam worldwide. 4190 PPRO 87-001 Saturday, October 29 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. $399 Room T333

Project Managers continue to be in demand in the workforce. Continuing Professional Development offers training in Project Management for individuals who are interested in learning to deliver projects more effectively or who want to pursue Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification. The instructor for the Project Management course is Andy Kaufman, PMP. He brings over 20 years of experience in executive management, technology, team leadership, project management, consulting, and coaching. Andy is a certified trainer and author of two books. He is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) and a member of the Project Management Institute. Please note: Experience, education, and exam requirements are needed to obtain PMP certification in addition to the project management education fulfilled by the three courses offered here. For more information, visit wpdi.clcillinois.edu/professional/projmgmt.asp

4188 PPRO 85-001 Saturday, September 17 & 24 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. $499 Room T333

Grayslake Campus 2 Sessions A. Kaufman

ADVANCED PROJECT MANAGEMENT (1-0) 1 HOUR Seasoned project managers are asked to successfully deliver despite increasing complexity. Our Advanced Project Management workshop is designed to go beyond the essentials of basic project planning. Based on the Project Management Institute’s (PMI®) PMBOK® Guide, you will get in-depth instruction on more advanced topics such as earned value, procurement management, stakeholder relationship management, quality management, and team leadership. Taught by a certified Project Management Professional (PMP®), you will get practical insights on advanced topics that will help experienced project managers improve project outcomes. 4189 PPRO 86-001 Saturday, October 8 & 15 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. $499 Room T333

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PROJECT MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL SERIES (2.5-0)

Project Management Training

ESSENTIALS OF PROJECT MANAGEMENT (1-0) 1 HOUR Does your organization struggle with delivering projects on-time and on-budget? Would you like to help your teams work together to deliver projects more reliably? Perhaps you’re interested in pursuing certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP)? Join us for our Essentials of Project Management Workshop. This two-day, hands-on Session, led by a certified PMP, will give you practical insights on how to deliver your projects more reliably. In addition, you will qualify for 14 PDUs toward your project management certification.

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Grayslake Campus 2 Sessions

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Enroll for the Project Management Series at a Discount! Interested in getting your Project Management Professional (PMP®) certification? Completion of these three classes will provide you with the 35 professional development units (PDUs) required obtaining your PMP Certification, and preparing you for the PMP exam. With these dynamic courses, taught by Andy Kaufman, a certified PMP, trainer, and author you can make this the year that you become a certified PMP. 4191 PPRO 88-001 Saturday, September 17 & 24 & Saturday, October 8 & 15 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. & Saturday, October 29 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. $1299 Room T333

Grayslake Campus 5 Sessions

A. Kaufman

Project Managers also benefit from Microsoft Project. See page 17.

Students who withdraw from certificate programs or series offered by Continuing Professional Development prior to the first day of class will receive a 100% refund. Refunds for withdrawals after the first day of class, but within the first 15% of the class will be applied by CPD minus the cost of any materials returned in less than new condition.

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Lean Essentials and Lean Six Sigma Lean Essentials and Lean Six Sigma

Career & Workforce—Professional Development LEAN ESSENTIALS SERIES (1.5-0) 1.5 HOURS

Enroll in the Lean Essentials Series at a Discount! Earn your Lean Six Sigma (LSS) Yellow Belt Certification through Continuing Professional Development’s (CPD) blended learning program. LSS is a hybrid methodology that combines the Six Sigma DMAIC problem-solving process and tools with the effective wastereducing tools of Lean applied in a team or group environment. CPD’s unique approach combines eLearning along with applied classroom instruction. The instructor, Deb Owens, brings over 30 years of experience in process and performance improvement. Deb is a former Fortune 500 Corporate Vice President, LSS Master Black Belt, Black Belt, Green Belt, Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence, Quality Improvement Associate, and ASQ Instructor and senior member.

LEAN SIX SIGMAYELLOW BELT (3-0) 3 HOURS Lean Six Sigma (LSS) Yellow Belt course uses both online and face-to-face instruction. You will be introduced to the hybrid methodology that combines the LSS infrastructure, a problem solving process using the DMAIC model, and the simple and effective wastereducing tools of Lean, applied in a team or group environment. You will gain the tools to appropriately apply the principles of LSS in the workplace, using the DMAIC problem solving process and understand the requirements necessary to satisfy the criteria for each phase. You will focus on documentation hierarchy, management, and tools of LSS projects used to track and communicate progress. 4193 PPRO 90-001 Grayslake Campus ONLINE September 26 – November 5 Saturdays 3 Sessions October 8 & 22, November 5 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. $1999 Room T326 D. Owens and MoreSteam

Boost your success with a solid foundation in Lean Essentials. Competitiveness today demands streamlined operations and a workforce that has abilities to improve processes and performance to deliver bottom-line results. This certificate program, based on Toyota’s renowned production system (TPS),is designed to prepare you to serve as the Lean expert for your organization or department. Manufacturing and service organizations successfully use Lean and value individuals who have Lean knowledge and skills. 4197 PPRO 98-001 Mondays November 7-December 12 5:30 – 9:30 p.m. $749 Room T333

Grayslake Campus 6 Sessions D. Owens

THE LEAN PROCESS (.5-0) 0.5 HOUR Are you ready to implement Lean? This course provides the needed essential skills to visualize and understand work as a process, process flow, and performance as a function of work. Gain the skills you need for optimal process management. Session one will cover how to see the work process. Key concepts are: • Spaghetti and circle diagram • Workflow • Value added flowchart Session two will cover work as a process, learning to recognize waste. Topics include: • Discovering the “hidden factory” • Value added vs. non-value added activities • 8 Mudas (wastes) in your organization 4195 PPRO 96-001 Mondays, November 21 & 28 5:30 – 9:30 p.m. $289 Room T333

Grayslake Campus 2 Sessions D. Owens

ESSENTIALS OF LEAN (.5-0) 0.5 HOUR Are you trying to learn what Lean is all about? This course will provide an overview of Lean principles and help analyze your group’s activities. You will be able to get results right away by learning to improve and sustain efficiency. Session one will cover Lean overview and key concepts. Topics include: • Goals of Lean • Lean History • Human Factors in Change • House of Lean Session two will cover Lean Foundational Elements, such as: • 5S Definitions • Steps in a 5S Event • 5S Simulation

LEAN ORGANIZATION AND ANALYSIS (.5-0) 0.5 HOUR Are you refining and improving your Lean approaches? This course provides the techniques and work required to bring a product or service to a customer. Session one will cover Value Stream Mapping (VSM) by highlighting the following: • VSM purpose and steps for construction • VSM for the current state • VSM concepts for the future state Session two will maximize the benefits of other lean modules, such as: • Kaizen and rapid improvement events • Problem solving using PDCA/DMAIC • Poka-Yoke

4194 PPRO 95-001 Mondays, November 7 & 14 5:30 – 9:30 p.m. $289 Room T333

4196 PPRO 97-001 Grayslake Campus Mondays, December 5 & 12 2 Sessions 5:30 – 9:30 p.m. $289 Room T333 D. Owens

Grayslake Campus 2 Sessions D. Owens

What is the difference between the Lean Essentials Series and the Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt? • The Lean Master series focuses on improved process flow. Specifically, it tries to see the overall picture and enhance procedures from beginning to end. The Lean Master Series aims to reduce waste and redundancy. • The Lean Six Sigma focuses on reduced process variation, while incorporating applicable principles from Lean. With reduced process variation, projects will be accomplished more quickly and efficiently.

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Operations Management / Human Resources

Career & Workforce—Professional Development Operations Management

APICS, the Association for Operations Management is the global leader and premier source of the body of knowledge in operations management, including production, inventory, supply chain, materials management, purchasing, and logistics. The College of Lake County, in partnership with the Highlands Chapter of the APICS, is pleased to offer the first in a series of classes - Basics of Supply Chain Management. The instructor, Dr. Pete Stonebraker, has over 45 years of experience as a practitioner and consultant in operations, logistics, and supply chain management with government and industry. He received his Ph.D. in operations from Arizona State University, is APICS certified as a Fellow and has taught a range of operations courses locally (DePaul, Northwestern, Loyola, IIT and Northeastern) and internationally in Europe and as a State Department grant recipient in Russia.

NEW! BASICS OF SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT Are you looking to help your organization become more productive and competitive? By learning about the evolving field of production and inventory management, you can master logistics to benefit the bottom line. This course provides basic definitions and concepts for planning and controlling the flow of materials into, through, and out of an organization. It explains fundamental relationships among the activities that occur in the supply chain from suppliers to customers. In addition, the course addresses types of manufacturing systems, forecasting, master planning, material requirements planning, capacity management, productive activity control, purchasing, inventory manage

ment, distribution, quality management, and just-intime manufacturing. This course is the first in a series of APICS certified courses to become a Certified Production Inventory Management Professional (CPIM), a globally recognized certification. A textbook is required and may be purchased at the first class. 4183 PPRO 12-001 Mondays September 12 – November 7 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. $699 Room T333

Grayslake Campus 9 Sessions P. Stonebraker

Other APICS courses will be available soon. Including Master Planning of Resources and Detailed Schedule Planning. Visit wpdi.clcillinois.edu/professional for information.

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Sign up for the Human Resource Series at a discount! The series is designed to train current and future human resource professionals in various areas of human resource management. Topics covered include human resource laws, employee relations, compensation and benefits, recordkeeping, hiring and firing, and workplace safety. No class on Friday, November 25 for Thanksgiving break. 4343 PHRS 1-001 Fridays November 4-December 2 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. $625 Room T323

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Grayslake Campus 1 Session A. Jones

EMPLOYEE AND LABOR RELATIONS Learn how to set up and run an effective orientation program, set up measurable performance standards, and handle employee conflict. Explore why communication is crucial in your job. Grayslake Campus 1 Session A. Jones

MAXIMIZING EMPLOYEE EFFECTIVENESS THROUGH HR Gain a better understanding recordkeeping, including your role in confidentiality. Learn techniques that will help you find and hire the best employees. You will discuss employee coaching, counseling, discipline and termination. 4342 PHRS 13-001 Friday, December 2 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. $179 Room T323

Grayslake Campus 1 Session A. Jones

Grayslake Campus 4 Sessions A. Jones

HR AND THE LAW Learn how the comply with government reporting requirements, respond to the EEOC, handle employee medical issues as it relates to the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA and HIPAA). Additionally, learn how to take care of sexual harassment, immigration and drug screening issues. 4339 PHRS 10-001 Friday, November 4 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. $179 Room T323

4340 PHRS 11-001 Friday, November 11 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. $179 Room T323

4341 PHRS 12-001 Friday, November 18 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. $179 Room T323

Human Resources HUMAN RESOURCE SERIES (1-0)

COMPENSATION, BENEFITS AND EMPLOYEE SAFETY Gain a clear understanding of the difference between exempt, non-exempt, direct labor and indirect labor. Learn to track employee data, and to recognize the signs of workplace violence. You will become better prepared for OSHA reporting, and Worker’s Compensation issues, understand the Equal Pay Law, Lilly Ledbetter Act, independent contractors, unemployment compensation, COBRA, and ERISHA, and retirement plans.

Students who withdraw from certificate programs or series offered by Continuing Professional Development prior to the first day of class will receive a 100% refund. Refunds for withdrawals after the first day of class, but within the first 15% of the class will be applied by CPD minus the cost of any materials returned in less than new condition.

Grayslake Campus 1 Session A. Jones

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Personal Success

COMPUTER SKILLS I Build confidence using personal computers. In this hands-on class, you will learn basic workplace computer skills including how to create and save folders and files, sending and receiving emails, creating basic documents-letters, memos, and spreadsheets. 4317 PPSP 10-001 Tuesdays & Thursdays September 13-December 15 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. $425 Room T338

Personal Success Vocational Training The Personal Success Program offers a variety of vocational courses to meet the needs of students with mild to moderate cognitive impairment. Students 18 years and older who are not able to meet the entrance requirements for traditional college level course are eligible. The focus is on gaining vocational skills to acquire entry-level employment. Many classes have a content expert and a special education teacher. Please go to the web for other requirements at http://wpdi.clcillinois.edu/professional/ personalSuccess.asp

CAREER EXPLORATION Explore the world of work with such topics as getting a keeping a job, employment readiness, time management skills, getting along with co-workers and supervisors, team building, career exploration, job searching techniques, completing an application, resume and interviewing skills. This program is the core of the personal success program and is required for first time participants. 4314 PPSP 1-001 Tuesdays & Thursdays September 13-December 15 9:00-10:00 a.m. $425 Room T323

Grayslake Campus 26 Sessions

FOOD SERVICE SKILLS I Learn the basic skills required for entry-level food service occupations. Participate in a hands-on learning environment the following areas: basic sanitations, safe food handling, safety issues, and basic food preparation. At the completion of the course you will know basic food sanitation principles, identify kitchen equipment and what its used for and understand measurements as it relates to cooking. This course may be taken concurrently with Food Service Skills II course. 4315 PPSP 3-001 Tuesdays & Thursdays September 13-December 15 10:00-11:00 a.m. $425 Room T323

Grayslake Campus 26 Sessions L. Destry

KEYBOARDING SKILLS I Explore the basics of keyboarding plus the parts of a computer. Discover the keyboard and begin to touch type the alphabet and special characters. Using the MicroType keyboarding program, you will progress at your own pace. 4316 PPSP 5-001 Tuesdays & Thursdays September 13-December 15 10:00-11:00 a.m. $425 Room T338

Grayslake Campus 26 Sessions A. Beard

CHILDCARE SKILLS: DEVELOPMENT & PERSONALITY TRAITS Would you like to prepare for a job in a childcare center? Learn the types of personality and character traits that are important in caring for children from infancy to pre-school age. Having a better understanding of the children in your care will prepare you to understand each development stage from infancy through pre-school. Some activities include how to prepare nutritional meals and snacks, safety and sanitation guidelines, and how to apply developmental and age appropriate behavior reinforcements. 4318 PPSP 12-001 Tuesdays & Thursdays September 13-December 15 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. $425 Room T323

Grayslake Campus 26 Sessions G. Johnson

CHILDCARE SKILLS: CREATIVE ACTIVITIES FOR PRE-SCHOOLERS Make childcare fun for the little ones in your care as well as educational. You will, develop educational, safe and age appropriate activities for children for preschool age children. Activities in the areas of fine and gross motor skills, music, reading, listening, math, science, and self-help skills will be explored. 4319 PPSP 12-002 Tuesdays & Thursdays September 13-December 15 12:00-1:00 p.m. $425 Room T323

Grayslake Campus 26 Sessions G. Johnson

NEW! GREENING OUR WORLD: PLANTS FOR FOOD, PEST CONTROL AND THE ENVIRONMENT Are you interested in learning more about the world around you? Would you like to learn more about protecting the environment? Learn about your home, your town and your state and how we grow food, use our land, and dispose of waste. 4379 PPSP 15-001 Tuesdays & Thursdays September 13-December 15 1:00-2:00 p.m. $425 Room T323

Grayslake Campus 26 Sessions G. Johnson

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Career & Workforce—Professional Development .

Online Courses

Online Courses Professional Convenient Affordable

Learn a new skill or improve existing ones with interactive online courses for the most in-demand topics. Pick the learning style that best suits your needs! Take online courses anywhere and when it’s most convenient for you. A small sample of the course topics offered through Continuing Professional Development:

Computer skills • Workplace skills such as keyboarding • Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access • Adobe Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Illustrator, and InDesign • Certification Prep • Database design and management

Green Technology • Going Green at Work • Purchasing Green

Business skills • Communication • Management • Workplace Writing • Working with Difficult People

Sales and Marketing • Effective Selling • Designing Websites • Internet Marketing • Writing Persuasive Text

Online courses provided by Learning Style Preference: Instructor-led: Patient, experienced professionals lead instruction. Learn from the comfort of your computer.

Complete flexibility: Course work is completed independently based on your schedule. Work when you want, where you want.

Course Provider: Instructor-led Courses • Hundreds of engaging courses • Most courses meet for 6 weeks (12 lessons) • Classes start every month • Start as low as $99

Self-paced Tutorials • Hundreds of self-paced courses • Start when you want • Self-directed courses – you set the pace • Range from $99 – 399

Online Courses for Educators Additional online courses for educators (offered through VESi) are convenient, affordable, and effective. Earn CPDUs for as little as $199 per course. Complete Educator Online course listing on pages 10-12.

Visit www.ed2go.com/clc-pro for more information or to find a specific course.

For registration details or to learn more call (847) 543-2615 or visit wpdi.clcillinois.edu/professional/online

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Illinois Section

Small Business Development Center Start Strong. Stay Strong. Grow Strong.

SBDC’s services include: • FREE one-on-one business advising and coaching with noted experts • Assistance in developing business plans and financial statements • Aid in forming strategic marketing plans

Starting or growing a small business is exciting, but it can also be scary and confusing. Don’t go it alone! The Illinois Small Business Development Center (SBDC) has assisted Lake County small business owners start and grow businesses through workshops and FREE one-on-one advising sessions. The SBDC is your trusted business advisor, resource, and partner.

• Support in securing loans with local lenders and service providers • English and Spanish advisors and workshops at Grayslake and Southlake campuses • Interactive, low-cost workshops. Descriptions, dates, and times are on the following pages.

The Illinois SBDC has assisted small businesses conquer challenges for over a quarter of a century.

For more information on Illinois SBDC’s services, workshops, and resources – • Visit: wpdi.clcillinois.edu/sbdc • Call: (847) 543-2033 • E-mail: illinoisSBDC@clcillinois.edu

The Illinois Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity, the U.S. Small Business Administration, and the College of Lake County. All SBA programs are extended to the public on a nondiscrimination basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Please contact the center at (847) 543-2033 or TDD: (847) 223-0134.

WPDI

Workforce and Professional Development Institute

College of Lake County 19351 West Washington Street Grayslake, Illinois 60030-1198

Small Business Workshops

Career & Workforce—Small Business Start-up & Business Planning

ARE YOU READY? Are you ready to start your own business? Before you take the leap, review the advantages and disadvantages of business ownership. What are the critical success factors that you need to focus on as you start your journey of self-employment? At the conclusion, you will know if you are ready to start a business now or if you need to prepare so you can in the future.

SMART START TO YOUR SMALL BUSINESS Starting your own business is exciting and liberating, but it can also be scary, confusing and risky. Attending this workshop is your first step on the road to success. The seminar provides valuable advice and information concerning the basics of the business world and how they affect your business. Learn how to determine the type of legal structure that is best for your business, how to prepare and present your business plan, determine and apply business feasibility, what financial assistance is available to you, how to analyze your profit and loss statement and explore break-even analysis. 3581 TBSM 7-001 Wednesday, October 12 6:30-9:30 p.m. $35 TBA

For more information on online classes, visit wpdi.clcillinois.edu/sbdc.

Southlake Campus 1 Session G. Bard

STARTING A BUSINESS IN ILLINOIS Starting a business in Illinois isn’t as simple as pressing a button. There are laws, regulations and reports a company must abide by and produce. We will discuss important aspects of business ownership and receive handouts that include information on agencies to contact. Don’t be sorry, be safe. Learn what is required to start a business in Illinois. 3497 TBSM 10-001 Thursday, September 15 6:30-9:00 p.m. $30 T327

Grayslake Campus 1 Session

3499 TBSM 10-003 Thursday, December 8 6:30-9:00 p.m. $30 T327

Grayslake Campus 1 Session

T. Voss

For more information on online classes, visit wpdi.clcillinois.edu/sbdc. 3500 TBSM 10-800 September 6 – September 20 $30

ONLINE 1 Session

3501 TBSM 10-801 September 20-October 4 $30

ONLINE 1 Session Continued.

3502 TBSM 10-802 October 4-October 18 $30

ONLINE 1 Session

3503 TBSM 10-803 October 18 – November 1 $30

ONLINE 1 Session

3504 TBSM 10-804 November 1-November 15 $30

ONLINE 1 Session

3505 TBSM 10-805 November 15-November 29 $30

ONLINE 1 Session

3506 TBSM 10-806 November 29-December 13 $30

ONLINE 1 Session

COMENZAR UN NEGOCIO EN ILLINOIS Iniciar un negocio en Illinois no es tan fácil como apretar un botón. Hay leyes, reglamentos y reportes que las compañías están obligadas a cumplir y presentar. En la sesión de trabajo revisaremos aspectos importantes de ser dueño de un negocio y les daremos información sobre las agencias gubernamentales que se deben contactar. No se lamente, asegúrese de hacerlo bien. Aprenda lo que se necesita para iniciar un negocio en Illinois. 3498 TBSM 10-002 Wednesday, October 26 6:30-9:00 p.m. $30 T327

ONLINE COURSE INFORMATION All ONLINE sessions are self-paced online learning modules.

Grayslake Campus 1 Session F. Pliego

3432 TBSM 11-800 September 6 – September 20 $49

ONLINE 1 Session

3433 TBSM 11-801 September 20-October 4 $49

ONLINE 1 Session

3434 TBSM 11-802 October 4-October 18 $49

ONLINE 1 Session

3435 TBSM 11-803 October 18 – November 1 $49

ONLINE 1 Session

3436 TBSM 11-804 November 1-November 15 $49

ONLINE 1 Session

3437 TBSM 11-805 November 15-November 29 $49

ONLINE 1 Session

3438 TBSM 11-806 November 29-December 13 $49

ONLINE 1 Session

BUSINESS PLANS MADE EASY Do you need a business plan and do not know where to start? Every business needs a way to stay focused, on track for growth and ready for the ever-changing business climate. Business Plans Made Easy is designed to remove the intimidation and build a workable plan in a systematic, step-by-step way. By the end of this course, you will have your own personal business plan that can be your roadmap for success.

For more information on online classes, visit wpdi.clcillinois.edu/sbdc. 3422 TBSM 1-800 September 6-October 25 $179

ONLINE 8 Sessions

3423 TBSM 1-801 October 4 – November 22 $179

ONLINE 8 Sessions

3424 TBSM 1-802 November 1-December 20 $179

ONLINE 8 Sessions

Online classes sponsored by

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Small Business Workshops Business Growth & Development STRATEGIC PLANNING FOR SMALL BUSINESS Strategic Planning introduces processes that focus on the four strategic areas common to all small businesses: Operations, Marketing, Finance, and People. The STAR process will develop a one-page strategic plan and a one-page action plan that can propel a business to higher levels of success. Join other small business owners to learn new processes and techniques that focus on your business.

For more information on online classes, visit wpdi.clcillinois.edu/sbdc. 3458 TBSM 9-800 September 6 – October 4 $149

ONLINE 5 Sessions

3459 TBSM 9-801 October 4 – November 1 $149

ONLINE 5 Sessions

3460 TBSM 9-802 November 1 – December 6 $149

ONLINE 5 Sessions

6 STEPS FOR BUILDING THE BUSINESS YOU DREAM OF… Learn the six steps for building a winning and sustainable business. Also learn the most powerful formula for growing sales and profits in your business – any business! 4387 TBSM 4-001 Tuesday, October 25 6:30-9:30 p.m. $35 T326

Career & Workforce—Small Business RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT FOR SMALL BUSINESS It does not always require money to increase production levels and promote higher sales. Building successful relationships with employees, venders, and customers is vital to the success of an organization. Understanding the basics of relationship management is an inexpensive way to increase profits by working more efficiently and effectively.

For more information on online classes, visit wpdi.clcillinois.edu/sbdc. 3447 TBSM 55-800 September 6 – September 20 $59

ONLINE 1 Session

3448 TBSM 55-801 September 20-October 4 $59

ONLINE 1 Session

3449 TBSM 55-802 October 4 – October 18 $59

ONLINE 1 Session

3450 TBSM 55-803 October 18 – November 1 $59

ONLINE 1 Session

3451 TBSM 55-804 November 1 – November 15 $59

ONLINE 1 Session

3452 TBSM 55-805 November 15 – November 29 $59

ONLINE 1 Session

3453 TBSM 55-806 November 29 – December 13 $59

ONLINE 1 Session

SMART RETAILING Find out how to be a smart retailer by understanding the value your business provides and who defines it. How to create strong business models, client retention, and best practices to coaching a successful staff. Learn how to hear what your customer really wants and important elements of business success. 4262 TBSM 56-002 Wednesday, November 9 6:30-9:30 p.m. $35 T326

Grayslake Campus 1 Session

4261 TBSM 56-001 Tuesday, September 27 9:00 a.m.-12:00 pm $35 V336

Southlake Campus 1 Session

N. Roth

PROJECT MANAGEMENT FOR SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS Small business owners lead strategic and tactical initiatives every day. Unlike larger organizations, small business owners must execute with limited resources (i.e., people and/or funds). Some projects are successful, some encounter snags along the way. This interactive workshop will share tips & best practices that your organization can implement immediately to optimize projects with limited resources. Topics discussed include techniques for a successful start, staying on track, achieving deadlines, establishing good communications, securing & managing resources, and managing project intellectual property/capital. 4312 TBSM 62-001 Thursday, October 6 6:30-9:30 p.m. $40 T326

Grayslake Campus 1 Session I. Hendon

Grayslake Campus 1 Session D. Verbeten

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Small Business Workshops

Career & Workforce—Small Business Marketing & Sales MARKET YOUR SMALL BUSINESS LIKE A PRO As a small business owner, learning how to successfully market your business can be a challenge, especially when you have limited marketing knowledge and a small marketing budget. This course will walk you through a step by step process to create a simple marketing plan that focuses on the core foundations of marketing and how you can apply them to your business in a easy to create and implement plan without spending a lot of money. 4309 TBSM 58-001 Tuesday, October 11 7:00-9:00 p.m. $30 V336

Southlake Campus 1 Session A. Tibbs

MARKETING FOR SUCCESS Marketing your product or service can seem overwhelming with the many choices available to you. What will work for you varies over time and is based on an every changing landscape which involves technology, economics, demographics, and other diverse internal and external factors. Build your plan based on sound advice and a clearer understanding of marketing terminology.

For more information on online classes, visit wpdi.clcillinois.edu/sbdc. 3425 TBSM 5-800 September 6 – September 20 $59

ONLINE 1 Session

3426 TBSM 5-801 September 20- October 4 $59

ONLINE 1 Session

3427 TBSM 5-802 October 4 – October 18 $59

ONLINE 1 Session

3428 TBSM 5-803 October 18 – November 1 $59

ONLINE 1 Session

3429 TBSM 5-804 November 1 – November 15 $59

ONLINE 1 Session

3430 TBSM 5-805 November 15 – November 29 $59

ONLINE 1 Session

3431 TBSM 5-806 November 29 – December 13 $59

ONLINE 1 Session

STREETWISE MARKETING Learn the TOP 10 Commandments for creating raving fans for your business and the fundamentals for creating big response marketing campaigns, for small and medium size businesses. Create sales people in print to maximize your marketing ROI and be able to determine which marketing strategies are working and those that are not. 4388 TBSM 53-001 Tuesday, October 4 6:30-9:30 p.m. $35 T326

Grayslake Campus 1 Session D. Verbeten

EMAIL MARKETING DAY Learn everything you need to know about email marketing in one day so you can start using it to grow your organization the very next day. Discover the components of an effective e-mail marketing campaign including marketing tips, strategies and techniques to get your e-mails opened. You will walk through Constant Contact E-mail marketing system to help you maximize your e-mail marketing results. 4364 TBSM 17-001 Tuesday, November 1 8:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. $45 V336

Southlake Campus 1 Session S. Robinson

SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING MADE SIMPLE Gain an understanding of the real-world possibilities of social media marketing and take away ideas for practical implementation in your organization. Discover some of the strategies and best practices to get the most out of your social media activities including time management and measuring the return of your activities. We will tie social media strategy to business objectives, and discuss how to use email and social media together to benefit your business and build relationships. 4365 TBSM 18-001 Wednesday, November 16 1:00 -3:00 p.m. $35 V336

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SEARCH ENGINE OPTIMIZATION FOR SMALL BUSINESS Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is an Internet marketing process that increases traffic to your web site by improving your position in the results of searches. Become more visible and make your presence known in the digital marketplace. INTRODUCTION TO SEARCH ENGINE OPTIMIZATION Learn how to make your presence know in a digital marketplace. Introduction to Search Engine Optimization (SEO) through proper use of your web site structure, keywords, header tags, Meta tag titles and Meta descriptions, directory submission, organic versus paid search, impact of quality content, web analytics, and proper link building. This class will concentrate on basic terminology and online examples. 4083 TBSM 28-001 Thursday, November 10 6:30-9:30 p.m. $35 T326

Grayslake Campus 1 Session E. Soto

INTERMEDIATE SEARCH ENGINE OPTIMIZATION So you have learned the basics, now take it a step further with more advanced techniques through use of articles, directories, backlinks, forums, newsgroups, video, and more. This class will venture deeper into online tools and creative working examples. Prerequisite: Intro class or working knowledge. 4084 TBSM 28-002 Thursday, November 17 6:30-9:30 p.m. $35 T326

Grayslake Campus 1 Session E. Soto

Southlake Campus 1 Session S. Robinson

ONLINE COURSE INFORMATION All ONLINE sessions are self-paced online learning modules. Online classes sponsored by

Small Business Workshops SOCIAL MEDIA FOR SMALL BUSINESS How to use Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn to increase your brand visibility 140 characters at a time. INTRODUCTION TO SOCIAL MEDIA Learn how Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn can increase your brand visibility, building your small business by engaging your customers, being positive, popular, current, and active. This class will concentrate on basic terminology and online format structure. 4081 TBSM 29-001 Thursday, October 20 6:30-9:30 p.m. $35 T326

Grayslake Campus 1 Session E. Soto

INTERMEDIATE SOCIAL MEDIA You are using Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn - now what? We will discuss advanced strategies and target specific networks. This class will venture deeper into online tools and creative working examples to draw people to your Web site. 4082 TBSM 29-002 Thursday, October 27 6:30-9:30 p.m. $35 T326

Grayslake Campus 1 Session E. Soto

Accounting & Finance QUICKBOOKS MODULE 1 – A PRACTICAL INTRODUCTION This class is designed for users who have less than six months’ experience working with QuickBooks. Topics include setup of new files, processing banking, accounts receivable and accounts payable transactions, reconciliation of bank and credit card accounts and running basic financial reports.

Career & Workforce—Small Business QUICKBOOKS - MODULE 2 - INTERMEDIATE In this QuickBooks Module you will learn to analyze financial data to better understand your business; how to create and customize reports; how to track and pay sale tax; and payroll functions including setting up payroll, overview of payroll tracking and payment process for payroll taxes. 3496 TBSM 21-001 Tuesday, November 15 6:00-10:00 p.m. $99 T338

Grayslake Campus 1 Session M. Wall

EMPOWER YOUR BUSINESS: STRATEGIC ACCOUNTING Learn how to use accounting to reach your goals. Accounting to find out how you did is history. Use it to drive how well you will do. Understand the differences between Cash Flow planning and Profitability planning and what they both mean to your success. Learn about Accrual Basis accounting why it is superior to the Cash Basis in measuring performance. 3941 TBSM 43-001 Wednesday, October 26 6:30-8:30 p.m. $35 V336 J. Bronswick

International Trade EXPORT COMPLIANCE This program will provide an overview of export controls and regulations mandated by agencies of the Federal Government including: U.S. Bureau of Industry & Security (BIS), U.S. Department of Commerce, U.S. Treasury and the U.S. Department of State. We will discuss Export Administration Regulations (EAR), International Trade in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Controlled Commodities, Export Licensing & Shipper’s Export Declaration reporting. 4213 TBSM 30-001 Tuesday, October 18 1:00-4:00 p.m. $49 V336

Southlake Campus 1 Session R. Frantz

Southlake Campus 1 Session

IMPROVING FINANCE & OPERATIONS WITHIN YOUR SMALL BUSINESS A strong, disciplined approach to Finance and Operations within a small business can be the difference between success and failure. This course discusses how to assess and improve the performance of your internal operations by using methods such as high level benchmarking, prioritization of key issues, and project planning/execution. The techniques discussed will not only improve your current business, but will help ensure that your organization’s internal operations are capable of sustaining future growth. 4266 TBSM 8-001 Thursday, November 10 6:30-9:00 p.m. $35 V336

Southlake Campus 1 Session B. Achettu

Prerequisites: Able to use Microsoft Windows products. 3494 TBSM 20-001 Tuesday and Thursday September 20 & 22 6:00-10:00 pm $149 T338

Grayslake Campus 2 Sessions

3495 TBSM 20-002 Tuesday, November 8 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. $149 V102

Southlake Campus 1 Session

M. Wall

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Career & Workforce—Small Business

Small Business Workshops

Employee & Human Relations WORKPLACE RETIREMENT PLANS: MATCHING STRATEGIES TO FIT YOUR GOALS Interactive presentation for business owners and plan sponsors addressing the strategic importance of planning and implementing a retirement savings program. Potential solutions for their personal and organizational objectives are presented through case study examples. 4260 TBSM 70-001 Thursday, October 13 6:30-8:00 p.m. $30 V336

Southlake Campus 1 Session STAFF

Legal Aspects of Business Ownership LEGAL FUNDAMENTALS FOR SMALL BUSINESSES As a small business owner the first decisions that you make about your business have long-term implications. This workshop helps you focus when selecting a legal structure. It also provides information on liability differences and tax consequences associated with each. Learn which choice is best for your small business, as well as trademark implications, immigration, and employment concerns. 4311 TBSM 81-001 Wednesday, October 19 6:30-9:30 p.m. $35 T326

Attention Small Business CEOs and Presidents! Do you wish your business could collaborate with a board of directors? Would you like the opportunity to share and gain valuable information with your peers? No business is too small to benefit from this powerful management tool that no small business should be without. Enroll in the Illinois Small Business Development Center’s confidential CEO Advisory Board to take your business to the next level.

Grayslake Campus 1 Session A. Sagartz

Take it online!

The CEO Advisory Board will meet the third Thursday of each month September through June from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. / 10 Sessions Cost: $350 (lunch included) Application deadline – September 9 Visit wpdi.clcillinois.edu/sbdc for an application. Contact the IL SBDC at (847) 543-2033 or illinoissbdc@clcillinois.edu for details.

We now offer online courses for professionals and small business owners. Take a class when you want, where you want. Both self-paced and instructor-led courses available. Visit wpdi.clcillinois.edu/sbdc/online for course information.

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Judicial Services Growing a Safer Community Celebrating 20 Years of Defensive Driving Courses Community Partnership with the 19th Judicial Circuit Court • Over 450,000 students trained • NSC Award Winning Programs • Nine Instructor of the Year Recipients

Making Lake County a Safer Place to Live, Work and Play

These court-sponsored programs include: National Safety Council’s Defensive Driving Courses • Award-winning classes emphasize defensive driving techniques • Teens and senior citizens may be eligible for reduced auto insurance premiums • Six programs to choose from Alive at 25 Teen Driving Course • Parents – learn to partner with your teen driver • Teens – learn to be a safe and defensive driver • Develop strategies to stay safe on the road Child First Foundation Program • Course for divorcing parents with minor children • Learn to minimize the effects of divorce • Register together or separately Adult and Juvenile Probation Volunteer Program • Train to work with low-risk probation clients through this award-winning program • Be a positive role model • Turn someone’s life around

Classes are offered in English and Spanish and at locations throughout Lake County. 32

For more information: • Visit: wpdi.clcillinois.edu/judicial • E-mail: judicialservices@clcillinois.edu • Call: (847) 543-2185 (courses) • Call: (847) 543-2100 (volunteering)

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Lake County professionals have turned to the College of Lake County for their workforce training needs for over two decades.

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Fall is an exciting time of year! Back to school. Back to routines. The perfect time to enroll in a course, train your staff, or seek new business opportunities.

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Continuing Professional Development is part of the Workforce & Professional Development Institute (WPDI) of the College of Lake County. WPDI provides

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Workforce and Professional Development Institute

College of Lake County 19351 West Washington Street Grayslake, Illinois 60030-1198

training, consulting, and community service opportunities for Lake County. Client Solutions | Continuing Professional Development

Featured on the front cover is Wayne Paprocki, real estate instructor. See page 1 for real estate courses and information on new real estate laws. Denotes course qualifies for teacher CPDUs.

Fall 2011 CLC Classes

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How to Register

What’s New for Fall New courses, new careers, new instructors from Continuing Professional Development

Advance your skills; advance your future with a course from Continuing Professional Development this fall. wpdi.clcillinois.edu/professional | (847) 543-2615

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Payment Information Visit wpdi.clcillinois.edu/register or call (847) 543-2615 for information. SBDC students should call (847) 543-2033

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Real Estate Courses – page 1 Travel & Tourism – page 3 Massage Therapy CE – page 8 Business & Leadership – page 18 Small Business Workshops – page 26

July 2011 – Volume 17, No. 3

Successful Leadership:

Looking for Personal Enrichment and Leisure courses? Visit www.clcillinois.edu/pdfschedule/noncredit.asp

Get on the road to a better career. Truck Driver Training (See page 13.)

To register or for more information, call (847) 543-2615 Space is limited. Registration deadline - September 9.

Fall Info Sessions 6 to 8 p.m. / Room T334 Thursday, August 25 Thursday, September 29 Monday, October 24

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