Continuing Education Winter 2013

Winter 2013

The community’s source for professional and personal development.

Dance First Aid Watercolor Dog Training Music Lessons Cake Decorating Real Estate Prelicense Computer Training Medical Billing Paralegal And More!

Courses Open to Everyone!

ROAD SCHOLAR Adventures in Lifelong Learning Explore the World with Road Scholar and Georgia College

Road Scholar educational adventures are created by Elderhostel, Inc., the not-for-profit world leader in lifelong learning since 1975.

Road Scholar offers 6,500 educational tours and learning vacations in all 50 states and throughout 150 countries. Georgia College is proud to be an official Road Scholar provider – offering programs throughout Georgia and South Carolina.

Our programs have no hidden costs.

In fact, they are priced to be allinclusive offering expert-led lectures, field trips, comfortable lodging and all meals. Compare the price of one of our programs to what it would cost to duplicate the experience on your own (if that’s even possible), and you’ll see what we mean by “remarkable value.”

We handle all the details, including ones you may not anticipate, so you can focus on your learning experience. The educational focus of our programs makes us completely different from a commercial travel tour. However, there are no grades or tests on Road Scholar programs. All that’s needed are an inquiring mind, an adventurous spirit and the belief that learning and discovery are lifelong pursuits.

Take a look – we would love for you to join Georgia College at one of our programs in Georgia or South Carolina!

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Winning Bridge on Beautiful Jekyll Island Feb. 3-8 | Feb. 24-March 1 | March 10-15 | April 7-12 | April 21-26 | May 19-24 | Sept. 29-Oct. 4 | Oct. 13-18 | Oct. 20-25 Starting at: $728 Enjoy a stimulating program with fellow bridge players at your own level amid the beauty of Georgia’s most storied barrier island. Whether you are an intermediate or advanced player, you’ll get the expert guidance you need to develop your skills through in-depth learning workshops and lively evenings of play.

Ragtime, Dixieland Jazz, Tin Pan Alley: History of the Jekyll Island Club and Coastal Environment Jan. 27-Feb. 1 Starting at: $798 Ragtime, Tin Pan Alley and Dixieland Jazz: Spend a week with one of the country’s leading authorities and performers in the fields of Ragtime, Dixieland and turn-of-the century popular music. Discover where this music comes from through lively demonstrations.

History of the Jekyll Island Club: The Jekyll Island Club was the most exclusive resort in America, with members such as J. Pierpont Morgan and William Rockefeller. Discuss The Club’s part in the creation of the Federal Reserve Banking System and its role in the first transcontinental telephone call.

Nature’s Niches: Classroom discussion and outdoor exploration will be used to offer opportunities to discover the very interesting and exciting aspects of the coastal ecosystem. You will be in the middle of one of nature’s wonderful classrooms.

Par for the Course: Golfing on Jekyll Island Feb. 10-15 | April 14-19 | Sept. 15-20 | Nov. 10-15 Starting at: $793 Lower your handicap and make your game more enjoyable by letting Jekyll Island’s best golf professionals show you ways of improving your putting, chipping, pitching and bunker play.

Apply newly learned skills during three afternoons of 18 holes of golf and explore all the beauty of the island when not on the course.

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SpringBreak is not only for college students!

Golf Myrtle Beach March 17-22 Starting at: $828 Trying to break out of bogey, double-bogey golf? From putt to drive, class “A” PGA and master teaching professionals provide hands-on individual instruction at the 200-acre Whispering Pines Golf Course. Develop your swing mechanics and all other segments in idyllic Myrtle Beach, named the Golf Destination of the Year by the Association of Golf Tour Operators.

Macon’s Cherry Blossom Festival March 17-22 Starting at: $729 Celebrate the arrival of spring by exploring Macon during the annual International Cherry Blossom Festival.

Festival events commemorate the flowering of Macon’s 300,000 Yoshino cherry trees, the largest array outside of Japan.

Journey to Jarrell Plantation, have lunch at the Whistle Stop Cafe in Juliette (famed for its role in the movie “Fried Green Tomatoes”) and visit the restored Old Governor’s Mansion and Old Capitol Building in historic Milledgeville.

Intermediate Bridge with a Taste of Barrier Island Ecology March 17-22 Starting at: $722 Master your bridge game and experience nature at its best! Beautiful Jekyll Island becomes your classroom as bridge experts provide instruction for improving your hands and strategies, and naturalists offer a local perspective on the island’s pristine beaches and fascinating ecology. Join in bridge classes that offer tips for playing the hand, leads, defense and signals. You’ll become comfortable with higher opening no-trump bids and the Stayman Convention.

When not improving your game, explore Jekyll Island’s beaches, dunes and maritime forest to discover its coastal ecosystem.

Hilton Head’s Treasures of Land and Sea: History, Heritage and Harvest Feb. 24-March 1 Starting at: $889 Investigate Hilton Head Island from shore to shore and delve into its many influences on the history of the American South. Travel back in time on the Honey Horn History Walk to learn of Native Americans, planters, hunters and other islanders of the past, as well as of the plantation system that existed on the islands from the 1700s until the Civil War. From alligators to no-see-ums, study the area’s intriguing natural inhabitants and savor authentic Southern flavors with a real low-country boil.

Watercolor on the Golden Isles March 3-8 Starting at: $798 Learn to express your ideas through the beauty of watercolor on the gem of the Golden Isles of Georgia Jekyll Island. Build a solid foundation of basic skills and learn the unique properties of watercolor including pigments, color mixing, brush control, glazing and laying washes. Through natural progression, study the shape, color, form and composition of various subjects such as landscapes, flowers, people and buildings. Be inspired on this tranquil island and create your very own masterpiece.

Golf and Bridge on the Golden Isles May 5-10 | Oct. 6-11 Starting at: $829 Become a better player and elevate your enjoyment of the game - both golf and bridge! On the historic golf haven of Jekyll Island, learn from top teaching pros and play on Georgia’s largest public golf resort. Learn to fine-tune your grip, proper alignment, improve your short game and more. After a day on the course, pull up to the bridge table and sharpen your skills in the most challenging aspects of the game.

For more information or to register, call Road Scholar toll free at (877) 426-8056, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., or register online at www.roadscholar.org. continuingeducation.gcsu.edu

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Beginning Cake Decorating

Working with Fondant - Level 1

Surprise your family and friends and decorate your own special cakes this year! Start with the basics including techniques for icing a cake, various borders, dots, stars, lattice work, basket weaving and some easy flowers and roses. While you collect valuable ideas to help in your baking and decorating, you can be decorating a fancy cake for someone special (like yourself) or just for fun. You will need some basic tools, so register early to receive a list of the items you’ll need.

So you already know how to decorate a cake but now you want to step it up a notch? This class will introduce you to working with fondant, starting with a basic discussion of what fondant is and what are some of its uses. You’ll learn to color it, roll it and get it ready to use for accent pieces.

During these five weeks, you’ll make fondant ribbons, various cut outs, fondant beads and two types of bows for your cake. You will decorate cupcakes with some simple decorations and then for your grand finale, you’ll cover and decorate an eight-inch round cake from start to finish.

Course #13352101 Tuesdays • Jan. 15-Feb. 12 6:30-8:30 p.m. • 113 Chappell Hall Fee: $74 • 5 Sessions Instructor: Betty Martin

Advanced Cake Decorating Hurry back and continue the fun while you learn the fancy stuff.

Get an introduction to wedding cakes and how to assemble them, how to make petit fours, baskets and more complicated flowers, how to work with butter cream and royal icing and much more.

Your fancy cakes will be the talk of the table.

Course #13352102 Tuesdays • Feb. 26-March. 26 6:30-8:30 p.m.

113 Chappell Hall Fee: $74 • 5 Sessions Instructor: Betty Martin

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Course #13353901 Mondays • Jan 17 - Feb. 14 6-8 p.m. • 113 Chappell Hall Fee: $74 • 5 Sessions Instructor: Sheryl Fellows

Working with Fondant - Level 2 This course will continue with what you learned in Level 1.

Using some of the same techniques, you’ll learn to make fondant figures, animals and decorations that will be inserted onto the top of your cakes. You’ll cover and decorate an eight-inch cake as well as cover, assemble and decorate a two-tier cake.

Course #13353902 Mondays • Feb. 28 - March 28 6-8 p.m. • Saturday • March 24 9 a.m.-3 p.m. • 113 Chappell Hall Fee: $74 • 5 Sessions Instructor: Sheryl Fellows Phone: 478-445-5277 Email: continuingeducation@gcsu.edu

Programming Staff Tony Sloan Brown Stephanie Westmoreland Carol Carver Cassie Napier Carolyn Simpson Registration Staff Nora Wall Candice Griffeth Student Assistants April Bivins Maia Headley Joseph Ogendo

Mailing Address: Georgia College Department of Continuing Education Campus Box 040 Milledgeville, GA 31061 Physical Address: Chappell Hall 100 211 North Clarke Street continuingeducation.gcsu.edu

Beginning Sculpting

Drawing 101

Clay art is in our blood. Human beings have been associated with clay art throughout our evolution - from prehistory to modern times. We love playing in the mud!

Join professional artist Clarence Betleyoun in this enjoyable, hands-on course of sculpting with air-dried clay!

Step-by-step instructions will guide you through the process of creating an individual significant object to a finished product. The fee includes the cost of a basic beginner’s sculpting tool kit and clay so be sure to register early to ensure delivery of your materials. The deadline for registering is Jan. 29.

Replace the hum-drum classroom with a unique opportunity to brush up on your drawing skills. Each day will be filled with basic instructions and illustrations from the instructor, and then you will sketch specific assignments. You’ll have ample one-on-one oversight from the instructor and critique by the class. Over the period of the course, you will learn such basics as observation (see and draw); creating a simple grid; mapping and subdividing the grid; enlargement and reduction; basic shapes and spaces; lines and measurements; tone and value; contrast; effects of light and shadow; texture; volume; angles; alignment and more. Each class is intended to move you from casual doodles to art worthy of framing. And yes, there will be homework! Previous drawing experience is not required. Artistic curiosity and enjoyment are mandatory! Bring a sack lunch to each class because we’ll keep working! Register before Feb. 15 to allow time for purchasing the necessary supplies.

Course #13300101 Tuesdays • Feb. 5-March 12 • 6:15-8:15 p.m.

102 Chappell Hall • Fee: $111 • 6 Sessions Instructor: Clarence L. Betleyoun

Stained Glass No skills needed in this fun, relaxing and hands-on course! You will learn the art of stained glass with stepby-step instructions for pattern preparation, cutting glass, copper foil technique, soldering and finishing your project. You will need to bring a pair of safety glasses to each class. All other tools and supplies are included in the registration fee and you will be able to take the tool kit and your finished projects home at the conclusion of the course. The deadline for registering is Feb.13 to allow ample time for us to order the needed supplies, tools and materials.

Course #13300601 Wednesdays • Feb. 27-March 20 • 6-9 p.m.

105 Chappell Hall • Fee: $229 • 4 Sessions Instructor: Cathy Wood

Watercolor Painting She says anybody can do it, so now’s your chance to prove her right! No art background is necessary, and beginners and advanced students can join Norma Jean Trammel in this relaxed and enjoyable class that explores the techniques and applications of watercolor painting. You’ll work with soft, beautiful colors while instruction is presented in a step-by-step process. You will receive individual attention that will allow for personal growth and expression. You will need to bring to class (1) a plastic water container, (2) paper towels, (3) a pencil, (4) a ruler and (5) a small notebook to write notes. In addition, you will need to bring $45 to the instructor for the supply kit containing paints, paper, brushes, transfer paper and a spray bottle, all of which are yours to keep. This class will fill quickly so register early.

Course #13300801 Saturdays • Feb. 23-March 30 • 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

105 Chappell Hall • Fee: $199 • 6 Sessions Instructor: LeAnne Boggs

Instant Piano for hopelessly busy people We can’t teach you to be a concert pianist, but if you’re a true beginner in music, or an experienced note reader who just wants to be freed from reading notes, in just one enjoyable evening you can learn enough secrets to make piano playing a part of your life by learning to play the way the pros do-with chords. It’s a proven and relaxed approach to playing, and no one will be embarrassed or put on the spot in class. You will be amazed at how much you will learn in just one session. Little or no experience is required, but if you can’t read notes send a self-addressed and stamped envelope for a helpful free pamphlet to Music Masters, 90 Molly Lane, Ringgold, GA 30736. You will need to purchase a $25 song book and CD from the instructor the night of the class. The instructor has 34 years of teaching experience and travels the eastern part of the United States to teach busy people just like you a fun way to play the piano. So, come play with us! The minimum age to register is 14.

Course #13335301 Tuesday • Feb. 28 • 6-9:30 p.m. • 105 Chappell Hall Fee: $55 • 1 Session • Instructor: David Haynes

Course #13301201 Mondays • Jan. 28-Feb. 25 • 6-8 p.m.

113 Chappell Hall •Fee: $129 • 5 Sessions Instructor: Norma Jean Trammell

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Defensive Driving Save a life! Drive defensively! More than 43,000 people lose their lives in motor vehicle crashes each year, and over two million more suffered disabling injuries, according to the National Safety Council. For teenagers, cars are still the leading cause of death. “Death by driving” is the third highest preventable cause of death. The triple threat of high speeds, impaired or careless driving and not using occupant restraints threatens every driver, regardless of how careful or how skilled. Driving defensively means not only taking responsibility for yourself and your actions, but also keeping an eye on "the other guy." GC is proud to be your partner in striving to prevent automobile accidents. In addition, you can save money on your auto insurance (or, parents can save money on your teenager’s insurance!) by successfully completing this National Safety Council Defensive Driving course. Georgia Senate Bill 433 requires insurance companies in Georgia to give families with good driving experience a 10% discount on portions of their auto insurance upon completion of this course. Eligibility

for the discount will continue for three years, provided that no driver commits a moving traffic offense or has a claim against the policy based on an at-fault accident. Consult with your insurance agent to determine exactly how completion of this program will affect your insurance rates. Please bring paper and pencils to class. This course is not for points reduction.

Digital Photography

Belly Dance

Would you like to master photography using your digital SLR (Single Lens Reflex) camera? If so, then this course is for you! You will learn essential camera functions, including: how to manually use your camera, basics of aperture, depth of field, shutter speeds and controlling motion. Each class will feature a critique time that will aid you in gaining better control of composition and exposures. There is limited space available, so make sure and reserve your spot today! You will need to bring your digital SLR camera and manual to the first class.

You know it's something you've always wanted to do and now's your chance! Sign up today for this exciting course designed to teach you the basics of belly dancing. In addition to learning the fundamental movements, proper posture and a short choreography, you'll also have the added benefits of increasing your flexibility, improving your strength, building your core muscles and enhancing your leg strength. As a form of exercise, belly dancing can burn as many calories as jogging, swimming or riding a bike and it's so much fun! Wear lightweight, comfortable clothes and bring socks. No previous dance experience is necessary - but come prepared for a workout! No spectators will be allowed.

Course #13353701 Mondays • Jan. 28-Feb. 18 • 6-8 p.m.

105 Chappell Hall • Fee: $149 4 Sessions • Instructor: Danielle Fields

Course #13350901 Jan. 26 • Saturday 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

102 Chappell Hall Fee: $45 • 1 Session Instructor: Hank Griffeth

Course #13339701 Tuesdays • Jan. 15-Feb. 19 • 8-9:30 p.m. • 111 Chappell Hall Fee: $69 • 6 Sessions • Instructor: Mary-Kay McBrayer

Puppy Socialization and Positive Training

Positive Leadership Training for Dogs

Start your puppy off on the right paw! Early socialization and training can prevent many problems and help to establish a strong bond with you.

Weekly instruction will include an introduction to simple cues, such as sit, come and stay; socialization with people and other dogs; relationshipforming games; and problem prevention and tips on puppy health, grooming and nutrition. Each class will always end with puppy playtime to enhance socialization. Puppies should be 10 weeks to six months old and have had age appropriate vaccinations. Please do not bring your puppy to the first night of class. Register early to receive a list of supplies you will need.

Become a benevolent leader to your four-legged friend. The goal of this course is to create a common language between you and your dog so that you can live together in harmony.

This 8-week program covers basic commands; leadership techniques; exercises such as sit, down, stay and come; reliable recalls; and walking properly on a leash. Dogs must be six months or older and current on all vaccinations.

Register early to get a list of supplies you will need to bring. Please do not bring your dog to the first night of class.

Course #13352901 Tuesdays • March 5-April 16 • 6:15-7:15 p.m.

105 Chappell Hall • Fee: $110 Fee for rescued dogs: $80 with proof of adoption 7 Sessions • Instructor: JoAnn Stovall

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Course #13452901 Tuesdays • April 23-June 11 • 6:15-7:30 p.m.

105 Chappell Hall • Fee: $129 Fee for rescued dogs: $80 with proof of adoption 8 Sessions • Instructor: JoAnn Stovall

Ballroom Dancing What could be more fun than a night of dancing? Come on down and join the fun as you learn your choice in ballroom dance. Designed especially for beginners, these courses are guaranteed to be lots of fun! Couples are recommended but singles are certainly welcome! Classes fill quickly so register early. Dress comfortably and wear hard-soled shoes since high heels aren’t allowed in the dance studio. A signed waiver of liability is required.

Waltz

Rumba

ChaCha

Course #13335501 Wednesdays Jan. 9-30

Course #13335502 Wednesdays Feb. 6-27

Course #13335503 Wednesdays March 6-27

7:30-8:30 p.m. • 4 Sessions • Miller Dance Studio Fee: $40 • Instructors: Jean Graham and Jim Irish

The Joy of Music – Private Music and Voice Lessons It’s time to put a smile on your face and a song in your heart through the Joy of Music! Dust off those piano keys, rescue your old guitar from the attic or get ready to strengthen your vocals. You’re never too young – or to old – to take private lessons. Ability level does not matter; you will be amazed at how much you’ll improve in just a few weeks.

Bring your own instrument (except piano students!). Your instructor will advise you as to which training materials to use, based on your personal learning style. Students will have the opportunity to perform in the spring recital.

Call 478-445-5277 to register, or visit our office at 100 Chappell Hall.

Lessons are $70 per month for four half-hour lessons. All lessons are structured, one-on-one instructional meetings between the instructor and the student.

Instructors Guitar: Samuel Shanine Gabriell Banzon Piano: Leah Lee Percussion: Steven Graham Violin: Erica Buchhamer Voice: Tabitha Hougabook

GC Community Dance Program The Department of Theatre and Dance offers a complete program of dance instruction for children and adults throughout the year. This is an ongoing dance program which meets on a monthly basis culminating with the Spring Dance Concert on Sunday, May 19. The program is directed by Amelia Pelton, who holds both B.F.A. and M.F.A. degrees in dance. Other instructors are Georgia College graduates and dance minor students Jessica Joiner, Corinne Przedpelski, Morgan Henry, Jessica Holder, Leah Keelan and Gabby DePhillips. For more information, contact Amelia Pelton at: amelia.pelton@gcsu.edu.

Registration Fees • Annual Program Support Fee: $20 per family, due with first registration • Tuition for Creative Movement, Ballet I and II, Jazz I and II and Tap I, II and III: $35 per month • Tuition for all other classes: $40 per month • A $5 discount per class per month is given to students enrolled in two or more classes.

• A $5 discount per class per month is also given to multiple students from the same family.

• Payment is due on the first of each month.

• A signed waiver of liability is required.

Miller Dance Studio Mondays 5 – 5:45 p.m.

5:45 – 6:45 p.m.

6:45 – 7:45 p.m.

7:45 – 9 p.m.

Tuesdays 5:15 – 6 p.m.

6:00 – 6:45 p.m.

6:45 – 7:45 p.m.

7:45 – 8:45 p.m.

Thursdays 4:45 – 5:45 p.m.

5:45 – 6:45 p.m.

6:45 – 7:45 p.m.

7:45 – 9 p.m.

Creative Movement Ballet IV Ballet V Ballet VI Ballet II Jazz I Musical Theatre Dance Tap IV Ballet III Ballet IV Ballet V Ballet VI

Chappell Dance Studio Mondays 6:30 - 7:15 p.m.

Tuesdays 5:30 – 6:15 p.m.

6:30 – 7:15 p.m.

Wednesdays 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.

5:30 – 6:30 p.m.

6:15 – 7:30 p.m.

Thursdays 5:30 – 6:15 p.m.

6:15 – 7:00 p.m.

Tap II Tap III Jazz II Hip Hop Pointe Adult/Teen Beginning Ballet Ballet I Tap I

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Creating Web Pages

Introduction to the Internet

• Monitored discussion area

Learn the basics of HTML so you can design, create and post your very own site on the Web.

Master the ins and outs of the Internet with this informative behind-the-scenes look at the web, search engines, email and more.

• Conversational, easy to understand lessons

Introduction to Microsoft Publisher

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• Six weeks of instruction • Certificate of completion with a passing score • Complete online access— take your course anytime, anywhere

Find out how to use this desktop publishing program to design, develop and publish newsletters, websites and brochures.

Making Movies with Windows XP Turn your home videos into entertaining movies that you can share with others by e-mail, the web, CD and DVD.

Introduction to Microsoft Word

Drawing for the Absolute Beginner Gain a solid foundation in drawing and become the artist you’ve always dreamed you could be!

Discover Digital Photography Explore the fascinating world of digital photography equipment.

Learn to create and modify documents with the world’s most popular word processor.

Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint Build impressive slide presentations filled with text, images, video, audio, charts and more.

Photoshop Elements for the Digital Photographer Master the secrets of correcting digital photos, and bring out the best in all your photographs!

Secrets of Better Photography Discover strategies and tricks for taking excellent pictures no matter what or where you're shooting.

Introduction to Alice 2.0 Programming Learn the principles of object-oriented computer programming while creating rich, interactive, three-dimensional worlds filled with characters, sound and other exciting elements.

SAT/ACT Preparation Get your best possible score on the verbal and reasoning sections of the SAT exam.

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Creative Kids’ University!

Designed especially for children ages 4 through 11 – but with parents in mind (parents, keep reading and you’ll see why!) – Creative Kids’ University is an exciting Saturday night activity that will bring out the creativity in your child! On the second Saturday of each month, Chappell Hall will become a children’s paradise featuring age appropriate activities, including dance, recreation, karaoke, cooking and other exciting activities. And parents, we have not forgotten you. Creative Kids’ University is held from 6 to 9 p.m. on Saturdays, allowing you a free night to run errands, a date night or simply a quiet evening to yourself. The possibilities are truly endless with Creative Kids’ University, but spots are limited so make sure to reserve your spot today!

The registration fee for each Saturday evening is only $20 per child, which will include pizza and drinks.

Join us for these exciting and fun Saturday nights! You and your family will be glad you did. Call us at (478) 445-5277 for more information. A signed waiver of liability and emergency form are required.

Snow Frenzy Jan. 12 Are you worried you won’t get to see much snow this winter? No worries, because we are making our very own special snow at Creative Kids’ U! It is sure to be a snow flinging frenzy that you don’t want to miss so make sure and sign up today!

Course #13332301 Ages 4-7 Course #13332401 Ages 8-11

Acts of Love Feb. 9 We are celebrating Valentine’s Day at Creative Kids’ U by creating little acts of love for our community! We will be working on our very own special Valentine’s to give to local nursing homes and veteran homes! Please note that we will not be traveling to the homes that evening, but the instructor will take the completed Valentines at a later date.

Course #13332302 Ages 4-7 Course #13332402 Ages 8-11

Rumble in the Jungle March 9 It’s time to get wild and crazy as we get ready for our rumble in the Creative Kids’ U jungle! We are going to be learning about many different animals you can find in the jungle and then make ourselves into our favorite jungle animals! This is a crazy and fun night you don’t want to miss!

Course #13332303 Ages 4-7 Course #13332403 Ages 8-11

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First Aid The information and skills you learn in this course can be used anywhere, even in your home. You will learn to recognize and care for victims of lifethreatening emergencies and sudden illnesses or injuries. Upon successful completion of this course, you will receive the American Red Cross First Aid certification card which is good for three years. This course meets OSHA requirements and is accredited by The American Red Cross. A text is included in the cost. You must be at least 15 years old to take this course.

Course #13340101 Monday • Feb. 4 • 6-8:30 p.m. • 105 Chappell Hall • Fee: $49 1 Session • Instructor: Ed Smith

CPR and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) In the time it takes you to read this information, Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) will have claimed another victim. Statistics show that over 300,000 Americans die of SCA every year. Up to 50,000 of these deaths could have been prevented if someone on the scene had initiated the Cardiac Chain of Survival and an automated external defibrillator (AED) had been available for immediate use at the time of the emergency. This OSHA approved Red Cross course gives you, whether at home or in the workplace, the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize and care for injuries and sudden illnesses. Instruction includes Child/Infant CPR, Adult CPR and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) training for victims of sudden cardiac arrest. Upon successful completion, participants will receive a 2-year certificate. You must be at least 15 years old to take this course.

Course #13340201 Monday • January 28 • 5:30-9:30 p.m. • 102 Chappell Hall Fee: $59 • 1 Session • Instructor: Ed Smith

Wellness 101 (including full access to the new Wellness and Recreation Center)

Enroll in Wellness 101 today to enjoy ongoing health and fitness classes and lectures each month to help you improve your overall fitness and wellbeing.

The registration fee for this course, which includes access to the Wellness and Recreation Center for you to implement what you learn, is only $50 per month. Participants must be 18 years of age or older to enroll.

For more information or to register, call the Wellness and Recreation Center at 478-445-7777.

Or, visit the Center online at gcsu.edu/wellness.

• Free weights • Strength training equipment • Indoor track • Leisure pool • 25 yard lap pool • Aqua fitness classes and water aerobics

• More than 60 cardiovascular machines such as treadmills, stair climbers, stationary bikes and more • Three indoor basketball courts • Group fitness classes including aerobics, body toning and strength training classes

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Yoga

Yoga for Health This is an on-going course where you will learn the basics of physical yoga techniques and then continue with more advanced techniques. Yoga for Health is appropriate for all ages and focuses on stretching, gaining flexibility and learning relaxation techniques. Wear comfortable clothes, and bring a large towel or padded mat. A signed waiver of liability is required.

Course I Course II Course III Course #13340701 Course #13340702 Course #13340703 Jan. 2-Feb. 6 Feb. 13-March 20 March 27-May 1

Wednesdays • 5:45-7 p.m. • Miller Studio • Fee: $35 • 6 Sessions Instructor: Heidi Mead

Chair Yoga You don’t even have to get on the floor! Yoga is not for just the young, hip and flexible.

Many yoga techniques can be adapted for any age group or fitness level and we have done this to fit your needs! You’re probably wondering why should you try a new form of exercise, one about which you know very little? Many other forms of exercise such as weight lifting, jogging and even walking are rough on your joints and can cause pain and arthritis to flare up. Yoga is gentle, fights common ailments, reduces joint stiffness and pain and improves flexibility, strength and balance. Yoga focuses on your whole body and spirit. You will get a complete workout and experience feelings of relaxation and peace. With its slow, rhythmic stretching and flexing, yoga is ideal for seniors who want to improve their overall health.

Yoga is also a new social adventure. You'll likely learn a ton of new things and meet a fun group of people who like the same things you do. So wear comfortable clothes, grab a friend and come on over and try it. We bet you’re going to love it!

Course I Course #13340731 Jan. 5-26

Course II Course #13340732 Feb. 2-23

Course III Course #13340733 March 9-30

Saturdays • 10:45-11:45 a.m.• 111 Chappell Hall • Fee: $34 • 4 Sessions Instructor: Xan Nichols

Guided Meditation All of the stress and anxiety you feel within yourself are about matters that are going on in the external world. When you come to a point in your life when you want and need greater harmony, peace of mind and love, you are intuitively sensing a calling from your spirit. Your spirit is your wise self that can clearly see the big picture: where you’ve been, where you are and where you are ultimately going. Now is the time to connect with your spirit.

Inner Sanctuary training establishes the sacred space within where you can go to receive spiritual insight and answers to your questions, restore balance and vitality, manifest your creative ideas and strengthen your sense of purpose. Your sacred work in your inner sanctuary continually brings greater light, love, wisdom and inner peace into your life. So join us to learn to establish your inner sanctuary where you can go to connect with your spirit to restore your energy, receive spiritual insight and answers, create and manifest ideas and goals and much more. Please bring a pen or pencil to class.

Course #13345901 Mondays • Feb. 4-March 11 • 5:45-7:15 p.m.

102 Chappell Hall • Fee: $89 • 6 Sessions Instructor: Katie Kane, Ph.D

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Golf Lessons for Women Designed especially for beginners, this course is ideal for those women who want to focus on the key ingredients of a successful golf swing. The instructor will lead you through proper grip, alignment, posture and the swing. Of course, you’ll also focus on the basic rules and etiquette of this popular lifetime hobby - one in which a recent study by the Karolinska Institute showed added five years to a person’s life expectancy. A signed waiver of liability is required. You will need to bring a set of clubs, balls and tees.

Course #13442701 March 6-April 10 • Wednesdays • 5-6 p.m. • Little Fishing Creek Golf Course Fee: $79 • 6 Sessions • Instructor: John Coward

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Test Preparation Online Courses Instructor Facilitated Online Learning Start Dates:

All instructor-facilitated online courses run for six weeks (with a 10-day grace period at the end).

New course sessions begin Courses are project-oriented and include lessons, monthly. Please visit our quizzes, hands-on assignments, discussion areas, Online Instruction Center to supplementary links and more. You can complete any see exact start dates for the of these courses entirely from your home or office and at any time of the day or night. courses that interest you.

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Your employees are especially valuable to you when they are motivated by learning new skills.

Georgia College offers a wide range of training solutions to benefit your organization and make the most of your training dollars. From the initial needs assessment, through program planning and implementation, we work with you to ensure that the course content and learning outcomes are aligned with your organization’s goals and needs.

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Free consultations Needs assessments Professional course development and training Training at your facility or in our state-ofthe-art classrooms Certificates of completion and Continuing Education Units

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2. Click the Courses link, choose the department and course title you are interested in and select the Enroll Now button. Follow the instructions to enroll and pay for your course.

Here you will choose a username and password that will grant you access to the Classroom.

3. When your course starts, return to our Online Instruction Center and click the Classroom link. To begin your studies, simply log in with the username and password you selected during enrollment.

Requirements: All courses require Internet access, email and the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser. Some courses may have additional requirements. Please visit our Online Instruction Center for more information.

GRE Prep I and II This course covers all question types on the verbal and analytical sections of the GRE. We will discuss how to do your best on reading comprehension, analogies, sentence completions, antonyms and logical and analytical reasoning questions. We will cover time saving techniques for both the paperbased and computer administrations of the test.

GMAT Applying to graduate business and management schools usually means taking the GMAT. Taking this course will provide you with test-taking techniques and methods for improving your score and saving time on all GMAT question types.

LSAT Prep I and II Law school entrance procedures, law school survival techniques, test-taking techniques, analytical reasoning and drafting diagrams are discussed and covered in this two part series.

SAT/ACT Prep I and II So, you’ve decided you’re going to college. Now you just need to take the entrance exams! These courses will prepare you for the reading, writing, English, science and math sections of the SAT and ACT.

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One Day Computer Workshops Training to meet your business needs You’ve asked for them, and we’ve got them scheduled. Join us for these all inclusive, one day computer workshops to get you and your employees properly trained to help automate your business. These courses are ideal for those who use these programs on a daily basis.

Don’t worry about brown bagging it for lunch either – it’s included!. Call us today to enroll. These classes are sure to fill quickly!

MS Office Suite 2010 for the Office Professional

MS Word 2010 for the Office Professional

You’ve done pretty well with the upgrade to 2010. Now take your proficiency in MS Office 2010 to the next level. You’ll get a good look at Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook. Once you are assessed in each area, you’ll be able to determine which programs you have mastered, as well as which ones may need more attention.

Find out just how much MS Word can do for you – and how much you can do with it. You’ll be amazed at the functionality contained within MS Word 2010 – going far beyond letters and clipart. Word is the most used program in the Office Suite – for good reason. Mastery of MS Word is a must have skill set in any office environment.

Course #13320102 Friday • Feb. 15 • 8a.m.-5p.m.

203 Chappell Hall • Fee: $125 1 Session • Instructor: B. West

Course #13320602 Friday • March 1 • 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

203 Chappell Hall • Fee: $125 1 Session • Instructor: B. West

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In this course, not only will you get an introduction to the versatile Microsoft Excel, but you will also master Mail Merge. You will learn the basics of using Excel spreadsheets, how to write formulas, insert and select cell ranges, use functions like SUM, AVERAGE, MIN and MAX and much more!

Plus, your mastery of Mail Merge will enable you to do almost anything you can imagine from letters and envelopes to cards and invitations. The possibilities are endless!

Course #13320302 Friday • March 15 • 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

203 Chappell Hall • Fee: $125 1 Session • Instructor: B. West

Customized Computer Training for Your Business If these dates and times are not convenient for you, we’ll be glad to schedule training to meet your organization’s particular needs. And, we’ll present the training exclusively to your employees. Our state-of-the-art training can be provided at any time, day or night and in any location, including your facility (if you have the necessary computer and software). We are extremely flexible as our primary goals are to properly train your employees in the necessary software and to provide training at your convenience.

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MS Excel for the Office Professional

Intro to MS Office Suite 2010 Just when you figured out all of the tricks about MS Office 2007 – your office upgraded to 2010. Come and learn the new tricks and tools available through the 2010 MS Office Suite. You’ll get an overview of Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook. Once you get a taste, we have a feeling you’ll want to dive in deeper.

Special, New Year’s early bird registration of $99 is available to all registrants on or before January 31.

Afterwards, the price goes up to $125 – so sign up now!

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Course #13320101 Mondays & Wednesdays • Feb. 4-13 • 6-8:15 p.m.

203 Chappell Hall • Early Bird Fee: $99 Fee after Jan. 31: $125 • 4 Sessions • Instructor: B. West

in Six Weeks From the Comfort of Home

Courses “...I really feel I have grown and have a better knowledge of Excel 2007...“

Intro to MS Word 2010 Find out just how much MS Word can do for you – and how much you can do with it. You’ll be amazed at the functionality contained within MS Word 2010 – going far beyond letters and clipart. Word is the most used program in the Office Suite – for good reason. Mastery of MS Word is a must have skill set in any office environment. Early Bird registration of $99 is available to all registrants on or before February 11. Afterwards, the price goes up to $125 – so sign up now!

Course #13320601 Mondays & Wednesdays • Feb. 18-27 • 6-8:15 p.m.

203 Chappell Hall • Early Bird Fee: $99 Fee after Feb. 11: $125 • 4 Sessions • Instructor: B. West

Enroll Now! Visit us for more details!

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Microsoft Word Learn how to create and modify documents in Word, the most popular word-processing program available.

Microsoft Excel

Intro to MS Excel In this course, not only will you get an introduction to the versatile Microsoft Excel, but you will also master Mail Merge. You will learn the basics of using Excel spreadsheets, how to write formulas, insert and select cell ranges, use functions like SUM, AVERAGE, MIN and MAX and much more! Plus, your mastery of Mail Merge will enable you to do almost anything you can imagine from letters and envelopes to cards and invitations. The possibilities are endless! Register today for the Early Bird discount of $99. After February 28, the price goes up to $125 – so sign up now!

Course #13320301 Mondays & Wednesdays • March 4-13 • 6-8:15 p.m.

203 Chappell Hall • Early Bird Fee: $99 Fee after Feb. 28: $125 • 4 Sessions • Instructor: B. West

Advanced MS Excel 2010 Already know the basics of Microsoft Excel? Are you ready to take it to the next level? Well, this class is exactly what you need! As you build on your basic foundation, you will begin exploring Excel’s more advanced features, including: functions, nested IF statements, conditional formatting, pivot tables and much more!

Register today for the Early Bird discount of $99. After March 11, the price goes up to $125 – so sign up now!

Course #13320401 Mondays & Wednesdays • March 18-27 • 6-8:15 p.m.

203 Chappell Hall • Early Bird Fee: $99 Fee after March 11: $125 • 4 Sessions • Instructor: B. West

Discover dozens of shortcuts and tricks, and learn the secrets behind writing powerful formulas, using functions, sorting and analyzing data, creating custom charts and much more!

Microsoft PowerPoint Learn to create impressive slide presentations filled with visually stimulating elements.

Microsoft Access Learn how Microsoft's powerful database can help you store and manage information you've collected about your business, home or community.

Microsoft Outlook Learn the essentials of Microsoft Outlook from an expert instructor. Get up and running quickly with the most important aspects of the program.

Windows Learn the important basic skills and concepts you need to take control of your Windows Vista PC.

Visit our Online Instruction Center to find more courses!

Our instructor-facilitated online courses are informative, fun, convenient and highly interactive. Our instructors are known for their ability to create warm and supportive communities of learners.

All courses run for six weeks (with a 10-day grace period at the end).

Courses are projectoriented and include lessons, quizzes, hands-on assignments, discussion areas, supplementary links and more. You can complete any course entirely from your home or office, any time of the day or night.

New course sessions begin monthly. Please visit our Online Instruction Center to see exact start dates for the courses that interest you.

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More than 300 online courses

Learnthe fromort of comf me! ho Our instructor-facilitated online courses are informative, fun, convenient and highly interactive.

Our instructors are known for their ability to create warm and supportive communities of learners.

Most courses run for six weeks (with a 10-day grace period at the end). Courses are project-oriented and include lessons, quizzes, hands-on assignments, discussion areas, supplementary links and more.

You can complete any of these courses entirely from your home or office and at any time of the day or night.

How to Get Started: 1. Visit our Online Instruction Center: www.ed2go.com/gcsu

Online Courses For Web Design

Georgia College Creating Web Pages

Dreamweaver CS3

Learn to design, create and post your very own site on the Internet's World Wide Web using HTML. Discover low-cost marketing techniques and search engine strategies.

Intermediate also available!

Designing Effective Websites Learn powerful graphic design techniques that will help you build websites that are attractive and highly effective.

You'll learn what attracts visitors to a site, and how you can create the most satisfying experience for those visitors.

You'll learn to use typography, aesthetics, color, graphics and page layout to create the most compelling user interface possible, and you'll understand how users read on the web and the characteristics of effective web writing.

PHP and MySQL 2. Click the Courses link, choose the department and course title you are interested in and select the Enroll Now button.

Follow the instructions to enroll and pay for your course. Here you will enter your e-mail and choose a password that will grant you access to the classroom.

3. When your course starts, return to our Online Instruction Center and click the Classroom link. To begin your studies, simply log in with your e-mail and the password you selected during enrollment.

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Learn to create an interactive website, allowing visitors to post and retrieve information provided by you or your site's visitors. You'll see how to use the PHP programming language to generate dynamic websites that automatically change as your data changes.

You'll also learn how to use the popular MySQL database server with PHP to store and retrieve data over the web.

Learn Adobe Dreamweaver from a design pro, and get the training you need to develop first-class websites! Master the techniques for producing fully functioning sites, learning to insert and format text, images, hyperlinks, tables and a variety of media formats. Discover the secrets of effective page layout—secrets that ensure your sites reach and impress your audience.

CSS and XHTML Intermediate also available!

Learn to create state-of-the-art websites using modern CSS and XHTML techniques. Take your existing HTML skills to the next level and start building sites like the pros.

Microsoft FrontPage Learn the essentials of Microsoft’s popular web design software. You'll begin with an introduction to basic design principles, and you'll explore the interface and features of the FrontPage program. Then, you'll learn to manipulate words and images to create a site worthy of publishing to the Internet. By the end of the course, you'll be armed with all the knowledge you need to create an attractive, well-designed and functional website.

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• Expert Instructors • 24-Hour Access • Online Discussion Areas • Six Weeks of Instruction

New course sessions begin monthly. Please visit our Online Instruction Center to see exact start dates for the courses that interest you.

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Requirements: All courses require Internet access, e-mail and the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser. Some courses may have additional requirements. Please visit our Online Instruction Center for more information.

Real Estate Sales Pre-license

Introduction to Commercial Brokerage 3 Hours Continuing Education In today’s changing real estate market, real estate professionals need the skills to take advantage of all possible income streams to boost their business and serve their clients and prospects professionally and ethically. In this 3-hour course, you will learn the very basics of commercial real estate brokerage and how it differs from residential brokerage. You will learn about the various types of commercial real estate, the skills and knowledge necessary to practice commercial brokerage, what services are provided, leases, what determines value and how to evaluate commercial property. You should be able to walk out of this class with the ability to evaluate whether or not you have a good potential and viable opportunity to work with the commercial aspect of real estate.

Course #13371501 Thursday • January 17 • 3-6 p.m. • 102 Chappell Hall Fee: $35 • 1 Session • Instructor: Jerry C Prescott

Real Estate and Appraisal Courses – Online

This is an intensive 75-hour entry-level course for those interested in real estate sales information, either as a career venture or for general use. The course is approved by the Georgia Real Estate Commission as meeting the educational requirements for taking the state licensing examination. You must be at least 18 years of age, have received a high school diploma or the equivalent, be a resident of the State of Georgia unless seeking a nonresident license and must pass a GBI background check. You must be in attendance for the entire 75 hours, successfully complete all assignments, and attain a grade of at least 75 percent on a comprehensive final examination in order to receive a qualifying certificate to sit for the state exam. In addition, to sit for the state exam, the Georgia “Illegal Immigration Reform and Enforcement Act of 2011” requires all applicants for Real Estate licensure to submit verification documents to the Georgia Real Estate Commission verifying the applicant’s lawful presence in the United States as required in O.C.G.A. §50-36-1. The registration fee includes all textbooks and course testing materials required for the course. You will need to bring a real estate calculator to class. The registration fee does not include any fees for state licensing. This course is approved for VA benefits. The registration deadline is Jan. 25.

Course #13371001 Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays • Feb. 4-April 1 • 6-9:30 p.m.

105 Chappell Hall • Fee: $435 • 25 Sessions • Instructor: John Chaklos

Georgia College offers you the opportunity to acquire your real estate sales prelicensing, broker prelicensing and continuing education requirements in real estate sales online. In addition, Georgia College, in partnership with Career Webschool, offers you real estate appraisal prelicensing and continuing education courses online. These highly effective programs are convenient and easy to use. You do not need previous computer experience, and classroom attendance is not required. All courses are approved to meet the educational requirements set forth by the Georgia Real Estate Commission and the Georgia Real Estate Appraisal Board.

Please visit our Web site at www.continuingeducation.gcsu.edu and click on “Online Courses” to order.

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Methods of Residential Finance Understanding Net to Seller Forms Current Developments in Agency Legal Issues in a Brokerage Office Management in a Brokerage Office Georgia Basic Real Estate Finance Tax Advantages of Home Ownership Pricing Property to Sell Licensees as Principal Understanding Closing Statements

6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 9

Real Estate Sales Pre-License Sales Pre-License* Georgia License Exam Prep Broker’s Pre-License*

75 60

$350 $50 $325

Real Estate Sales Post License Advanced Topics for New Agents* Finance and Settlement Procedures*

25 25

$149 $149

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$35 $35 $35 $35 $35 $35 $35 $35

Real Estate Appraisal Qualifying and Registration Appraiser Qualifying Package - Includes USPAP 90 National USPAP Course Equivalent 15 Residential Appraiser Site Valuation and Cost Approach 15 Residential Market Analysis and Highest and Best Use 15 Residential Report Writing and Case Studies 15

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Real Estate Appraisal Continuing Education An FHA Single Family Appraisal* 15 Overview of the Appraisal Process 14 Uniform Residential Appraisal Report (URAR) 14 Appraisal Methods 14 Methods of Residential Finance 6 Basic Real Estate Finance 6 Tax Advantages of Home Ownership 6 Pricing Property to Sell 6 Tax Free Exchanges of Residential Property 3 Real Estate Math 3 ADA and Fair Housing 3 Principles of Commercial Real Estate 3

Real Estate Sales Continuing Education Consensual Dual Agency Tax Free Exchanges of Residential Property Ethics in Real Estate: A Review of the NAR Code Real Estate Math ADA and Fair Housing Introduction to Real Estate Ethics Maximize Your Buyer’s Borrowing Power Principles of Commercial Real Estate Using the Internet in Your Real Estate Practice: An Introduction Check It Out: Home Inspection in Real Estate Practice RESPA Overview Sales Comparison Approach Income Capitalization Overview Structuring Ownership in Commercial Real Estate Commercial Sales and Exchanges Commercial Finance and Investment Analysis Commercial Leases Regulations Impacting Commercial Real Estate Georgia License Law and Rules Writing Contracts Legal Issues for Agents

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$675 $235 $119 $119 $119

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Sharpen your skills, or learn new ones with our instructor facilitated online courses. Online Continuing Education courses run for six-weeks (with a 10-day extension period available at the end). Courses are project-oriented and include lessons, quizzes, hands-on assignments, discussion areas, supplementary links and more. You can complete any course entirely from your home or office–any time of the day or night.

Accounting Fundamentals

Business Law for the Small Business Owner

Creating Web Pages

Learn to successfully protect your small business and solve most of the legal problems that may arise.

Learn the basics of HTML so you can design, create and post your very own site on the Web.

Understanding the Human Resources Function

Introduction to Business Analysis

Learn to handle basic human resource functions to ensure the best possible results.

Learn powerful techniques to improve your decision-making skills at work.

Employment Law Fundamentals

Introduction to QuickBooks

Learn the basics of employment law so you can legally hire, evaluate and manage employees.

Learn to quickly and efficiently gain control over the financial aspects of your business.

Marketing Your Business on the Internet

Performing Payroll in QuickBooks

Learn to develop an Internet marketing plan for your business.

Learn to create paychecks, pay tax liabilities and produce dazzling payroll reports.

Gain a marketable new skill by learning the basics of doubleentry bookkeeping, financial reporting and more.

Designing Effective Websites Learn powerful graphic design techniques and build Web sites that are both attractive and extremely effective.

Creating a Successful Business Plan Turn your business ideas into a solid plan for financing and longterm success.

Effective Selling Learn the secret to converting a potential customer into a longterm asset. Find out how to lay the groundwork for repeat business and your future success.

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Super Saturdays for Child Care Providers These courses are all approved by Bright from the Start Training for ECE and SAC credit. The registration fee of $40 includes all six (6) hours of training. Classes are held in 113 Chappell Hall and begin promptly at 9 a.m. and end at 3 p.m. Lunch will be a working lunch so bring a sack lunch or you may purchase one from the food court on campus. The registration deadline is one week before the courses start. No late registrations can be accepted.

February 2 Course #13378501 Be Safe Not Sorry, Illness Control-4 hours Abusers Beware!-2 hours Instructor: Sandra FH Jackson, MS/CCBT

March 9 Course #13378502 Food Service and Nutrition-4 hours Communicating with Families-2 hours Instructor: Sandra FH Jackson, MS/CCBT

Computer Based Professional Development Units (PLUs) for Teachers Georgia College has partnered with Virtual Educational Software, inc. to offer professional development learning unit options for K-12 educators online and on CD. These interactive continuing education courses provide expert instruction at a pace that fits your schedule. You must complete a Prior Approval Form before you begin your course.

Upon completion of your course, you will receive a PLU Course Completion Form. When you are ready to renew your teaching certificate, attach your PLU Course Completion Form to your renewal application. The following courses are currently approved for PLUs. Please visit our online course catalog at continuingeducation.gcsu.edu and follow the links for descriptions of the courses, syllabi and prior approval form. Contact us at 478-445-5277 for more information or to register.

Inclusion: Working with Students with Special Needs in General Education Classrooms

Harassment, Bullying & Cyber-Intimidation in Schools

3 PLUs $185 3 PLUs $185

Learning Disabilities: Practical Information for Classroom Teachers

4 PLUs $205

Talented & Gifted: Working with High Achievers

3 PLUs $185

Violence in School: Identification, Prevention, Intervention Strategies

3 PLUs $185

Traumatized Children

3 PLUs $185

Infant & Toddler Mental Health

3 PLUs $185

Educational Assessment: Assessing Student Course Name

PLUs Price

Attention Deficit Disorder: Information & Interventions for Effective Teaching

3 PLUs $185

Understanding Aggression: Coping with Aggressive Behavior in the Classroom

3 PLUs $185

Behavior is Language: Strategies for Managing Disruptive Behavior

4 PLUs $205

Child Abuse: Working with Abused & Neglected Children

3 PLUs $185

Drugs & Alcohol in Schools: Understanding Substance Use & Abuse

3 PLUs $185

Teaching Diversity: Influences & Issues in the Classroom

3 PLUs $185

Teaching Elementary Math Conceptually: 4 PLUs $205

Autism & Asperger’s Disorder: Information & Effective Intervention Strategies

Learning in the Classroom

3 PLUs $185

Ethics & Safety in Education Only!

Online

3 PLUs $185

Advanced Classroom Management

3 PLUs $185

Reading & Writing in Content Area

3 PLUs $185

A New Paradigm

3 PLUs $185

Reading Fundamentals #1: An Introduction to Scientifically-Based Research

3 PLUs $185

Reading Fundamentals #2: Laying the Foundation for Effective Reading Instruction

3 PLUs $185

Reading Fundamentals #3: The Elements of Effective Reading Instruction & Assessment

4 PLUs $205

Early Childhood: Family-Centered Services

3 PLUs $185

Early Childhood: Observation & Assessment

4 PLUs $205

Early Childhood: Program Planning

4 PLUs $205

Early Childhood: Typical & Atypical Development

4 PLUs $205

Why DI? An Intro to Differentiated Instruction

4 PLUs $205

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An Easy Move...Registration REGISTRATION: Registration is on a first-paid, first-enrolled basis. You will not be guaranteed a place in a course until the registration fee is paid. This policy helps us eliminate last-minute course cancellations and overcrowded classes.

ADMISSION: Admission to courses is open to anyone.

Interest and desire to learn are the requirements. There are no educational prerequisites for most courses, and applicants are not required to send high school transcripts or take the college entrance exam to participate.

Certificate or professional programs may require certain professional competency for entrance.

ENROLLMENT: Enrollment in all classes will be limited to a manageable number; therefore, early registration is desirable. When payments for a course exceed the number who can enroll, applicants will be placed on a waiting list in the order they are received.

CANCELED COURSES: The university reserves the right to cancel any program because of insufficient enrollment or for other administrative reasons. Should a situation develop which necessitates cancellation, a full fee refund will be made.

WITHDRAWALS AND REFUNDS: A student who, for any reason, finds it impossible to attend a course for which registered may receive a full refund if the Department of Continuing Education is informed of the withdrawal by 4:45 p.m. the day prior to the initial class meeting. (A longer notice is required for Kids’ University, music lessons, real estate courses and select other programs as noted in course descriptions). Notification of withdrawal and a request for refund should be made in writing to Continuing Education or by coming by in person to 100 Chappell Hall one working day prior to class start. Notifying the instructor does not constitute withdrawal. In designated courses requiring a text and/or other materials as a part of the registration fee, the text/materials fee is nonrefundable after the registration deadline.

CONTINUING EDUCATION UNITS: The University System of Georgia has established the use of the Continuing Education Unit (CEU) as a measuring device for non-credit programs offered by System institutions. The Department of Continuing Education administers the implementation of the CEU. The CEU is defined as follows: ”One Continuing Education Unit is ten contact hours of participation in an organized continuing education experience under responsible sponsorship, capable direction and qualified instruction.” The CEU attests to an individual’s effort to continue learning regardless of age or previous educational accomplishments.

Generally, Continuing Education Units are awarded only for programs that are oriented toward occupational skills and knowledge or significant social issues. CEUs are accumulated for each student on a permanent transcript which may be obtained from the Department of Continuing Education. The CEU is not transferable for academic credit.

LIABILITY: Before participating in the first session of any physical activity course, the Board of Regents requires that a waiver of liability be signed by the adult enrolled in the course or by the parent of any child under 18 years of age.

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Online Career Training Programs The green industry, including building and energy efficiencies, is experiencing tremendous growth! ed2go now offers premier building performance programs designed to prepare students to enter the green workforce or transition into a new green job. Below is a listing of the current green programs. Please reference the program description for certification eligibility.

• Principles of Green Buildings This program teaches individuals in the building, remodeling or trade industry the principles of making buildings perform more efficiently. Contact hours: 30

• Performing Comprehensive Building Assessments This intermediate program is geared toward conducting visual building inspections, performing diagnostic testing and determining residential building improvement opportunities in the field; then documenting a home's performance, and prioritizing improvements for homeowners. Contact hours: 30

• Senior Certified Sustainability Professional This program is designed to prepare students to become leaders in the green collar economy. The certification exam is included at no additional cost. Contact hours: 110

• Certified Indoor Air Quality Manager (CIAQM) This program is perfect for facility managers, building engineers and health and safety officers who want to improve the indoor air quality (IAQ) of buildings. Contact hours: 16

• Building Analyst Quick Start: BPI BA Certification This unique bundle of two very popular programs, Principles of Green Buildings and Performing Comprehensive Building Assessment, will prepare students to move into a new career in the ever growing green building field. Contact hours: 60 (for bundle)

• Certified Green Supply Chain Professional Students will learn to create sustainability programs and apply "lean and green" manufacturing strategies. This program also includes the certification exam at no additional cost. Contact hours: 60

• Certified Indoor Environmentalist (CIE) This program teaches all of the practical steps needed in order to make indoor environmental assessments, including how to take samples and how to resolve common IAQ problems. Contact hours: 32

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Our instructor-facilitated online courses are informative, fun, convenient and highly interactive. Our instructors are known for their ability to create warm and supportive communities of learners.

A to Z Grant Writing This is an invigorating and informative course that will equip you with the skills and tools you need to enter the exciting field of grant writing! You'll learn to raise needed funds by discovering how and where to look for potential funders who are a good match for your organization. You'll also learn to network and develop true partnerships with a variety of funders, to organize a successful grant writing campaign and to put together a complete proposal package.

Become a Grant Writing Consultant Good grant writing consultants are always in demand. Learn how you can use a basic knowledge of grant or proposal writing to become an expert in the red-hot grant consulting field. This is one field where your creative writing skills can touch thousands of people and literally make a difference in their quality of life!

Advanced Grant Proposal Writing Do you know the best way to present information in a grant proposal? In this course, an experienced grant writer will show you how to research and write winning proposals that get funded. You’ll learn what to do–and, more importantly, what not to do–on every part of your proposal. You'll gain a full understanding of the criteria funders use to determine whether your grant proposal gets funded or rejected. You'll become an expert at ferreting out corporate, foundation and government grantmakers, and you'll find out how to tailor your responses to information found in the peer review criteria. You'll also discover a number of significant finishing touches that can give your project the edge over others.

You'll also learn the best type of paper to use, which buzzwords to include, which fonts work best and which types of graphics and formatting techniques will make your proposal more competitive.

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3. When your course starts, return to our Online Instruction Center, and click the Classroom link. To begin your studies, simply log in with the username and password you selected during enrollment.

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Grant Writing Online Courses Get Grants

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Learn how to develop successful, fundable grants from experts whose proposals have garnered millions in funded projects. This course will give you the skills you'll need to prepare professional, competitive and compelling grant proposals. You'll understand what funding agencies are looking for and how best to approach them. Your proposals will help you and your organization successfully get grants!

Learn how to create and coordinate successful special events. Develop skills, find resources and gain confidence to plan and produce any size or type of event. Find out what the experts and master planners already know so that you can avoid embarrassing and costly planning errors or production mistakes. After just a few weeks, you will become a knowledgeable event planner poised to produce any type of event.

Writing Effective Grant Proposals

Accounting Fundamentals

Learn to prepare grant proposals that get solid results for your favorite organization or charity. Over $200 billion annually is available for worthy causes, and most people don’t know how to prepare the application that will deliver needed funding. Avoid the mistakes that get applications for wonderful projects tossed into the wastebasket! Learn how to write professional proposals that actually succeed.

Nonprofit Management Develop the skills and strategies you need to become an integral part of one of America’s fastest growing service sectors. In this course, a seasoned veteran in the nonprofit management field will show you how to transform your good intentions into a professional plan of action. You'll understand the unique characteristics of nonprofit organizations while mastering the core knowledge necessary to become an effective leader in the nonprofit arena!

Creating Your Own Nonprofit Do you dream of starting and running your very own nonprofit? This unique course carefully details the many aspects of taking a nonprofit start-up from vision to reality. Filled with savvy advice and plenty of assistance from an industry veteran, this is the perfect how-to course for anyone interested in building a thriving nonprofit organization up from the grassroots.

Marketing Your Nonprofit

Demand for accounting professionals currently exceeds supply. If you're interested in increasing your financial awareness and accountability while also gaining a marketable skill, this course is for you. You'll learn the basics of double-entry bookkeeping, while also learning how to analyze and record financial transactions, as well as prepare various financial reports at the end of the fiscal period. We'll discuss accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll procedures, sales taxes and various common banking activities. We'll cover all the bases, from writing checks to preparing an income statement and closing out accounts at the end of each fiscal period.

Microsoft Excel Discover dozens of shortcuts and tricks for quickly and efficiently setting up fully formatted worksheets. Learn the secrets behind writing powerful formulas, using functions, sorting and analyzing data, creating custom charts, creating 3-dimensional workbooks, building links and creating macros and custom toolbar buttons.

Research Methods for Writers Attention all writers! Learn how to efficiently and effectively conduct research for any writing project. Research has progressed far beyond a visit to the library. Today, myriad sources provide almost anything a writer might need to know on any subject. Learn how to identify and access every information source imaginable.

Discover marketing practices that will help you further the ideals and goals of your nonprofit. In the face of stiff competition, an increase in the number of worthwhile causes, new regulations, more oversight and fewer funding opportunities, you need to work smarter–not longer. This course, packed with practical strategies that you can put to immediate use, will help you compete more effectively for members, media attention, donors, clients and volunteers.

Requirements: All courses require Internet access, email and a web browser. Some courses may have additional requirements.

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Online Career Training Program

Medical Billing and Coding + Medical Terminology Georgia College Benefits of Online Career Training Programs: • Learn in-demand skills • Start anytime and anywhere • Textbooks are included • Support offered seven days a week • Expert instructor assistance • Certificate upon successful completion

Program Overview This nationally recognized online certificate program is designed to prepare you for a job as a medical billing specialist, medical coder and/or medical office manager.

300

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The medical industry is experiencing a tremendous demand for individuals with knowledge of medical office operations, which includes diagnostic and procedural coding and insurance forms processing. According to the American Medical Association, there are more than 1.2 million Medical Billers and Coders in the United States, making this one of the fastest growing professions in allied health.

The medical terminology portion of the program introduces elements of medical terminology, such as the etymology of words used to describe the human body. You’ll learn to apply proper terminology and spelling for major pathological conditions.

Registration Fee: $1,895

Upon successful completion of this program, you’ll be prepared for an entry-level position doing medical billing or coding and will be eligible to register for, prepare for and take the National Healthcareer Association (NHA)'s Certified Medical Biller and Coder (CMBC) certification exam.

Program Hours: 300

Program Objectives

Program Details:

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What Students are Saying: The program experience was great. I loved learning at my own pace. The facilitator was excellent. She responded to all my inquiries immediately. The support was also awesome.

They helped me with everything quickly and efficiently. – Shannon

Upon successful completion of this program, you’ll be able to: • Display a working knowledge of medical terminology • Understand the differences among commercial, HMO/PPO, federal and state insurance plans, including eligibility and coverage, preauthorization, certification and referrals, as well as reimbursement methodologies • Explain the legal and ethical responsibilities of an administrative medical specialist, including the HIPAA mandates, the rules for maintaining privacy of medical records and protected health information and the types of consents and disclosures that are required in a medical office environment • Perform tasks associated with billing and reimbursement, including insurance and patient billing, payment processing, and claims review, correction and appeals • Perform traditional business office tasks for accounts receivable, accounts payable and bookkeeping maintenance • Be prepared to take advanced education courses, including advanced coding, healthcare administration and health information management

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Online Career Training Program

Paralegal Georgia College Benefits of Online Career Training Programs: • Learn in-demand skills • Start anytime and anywhere • Textbooks are included • Support offered seven days a week • Expert instructor assistance • Certificate upon successful completion

Program Details: Registration Fee: $1,795 Program Hours: 300 All Materials Included

Program Overview

300

Hours The Paralegal Online Training Program will prepare you for success in this growing career field. You’ll learn about the American legal system, how to conduct legal research and legal interviews, how to perform legal analyses and more. Your training will prepare you to become a legal secretary or paralegal and to take the certification exam.

Through a special arrangement between Georgia College and the National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA) Campus, your tuition includes free access to the seven preparatory exam courses offered at the NALA Campus. Regardless of whether or not you're eligible for certification or plan to take the exam, the NALA Campus preparatory courses are a value-added supplement to your paralegal education.

Georgia College also provides all paralegal students with free access to Westlaw to complete their assigned research projects. Westlaw is an online legal research service that provides fast and easy access to an extensive collection of legal resources, news, business and public records information. Access to the number-one rated online legal resource, Westlaw, will benefit you tremendously as you perform your legal research assignments during your paralegal education.

Program Objectives What Students are Saying:

After completing this program, you'll:

It's an exciting field, and the program was easy to follow and kept me interested — so, of course I learned more. The support from the facilitator was encouraging. - Linda I loved being able to study at my own pace. I was able to fit my studies into a very busy life - Chelsea

• Understand the common responsibilities and duties of paralegals • Know how the paralegal field is regulated • Understand ethics for attorneys and paralegals • Be familiar with how the American legal system is structured and how it operates • Be able to perform legal analyses • Conduct legal interviews • Understand the duties of a litigation assistant in the four stages of litigation • Conduct legal research • Implement guidelines and proper etiquette for legal writing • Understand methods of formal and informal administrative advocacy

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Pharmacy Technician Georgia College Benefits of Online Career Training Programs: • Learn in-demand skills • Start anytime and anywhere • Textbooks are included • Support offered seven days a week • Expert instructor assistance • Certificate upon successful completion

Program Details: Registration Fee: $1,995

Program Overview

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The Pharmacy Technician Online Certification Training Program was Hours developed in response to a rising need for trained technicians to work in hospital or retail pharmacies. With this growing opportunity, however, has also come increased responsibility, and this increased responsibility has made certification an important issue for many industry employers and some state legislatures.

This program will prepare you for entry-level pharmacy technician positions by teaching you medical and pharmaceutical terminology, basic anatomy related to the pharmacology of medications and pharmaceutical calculations. The Pharmacy Technician Program will give you hands-on practice in retail pharmacy procedures through an online lab module. You'll learn what information is necessary to process prescriptions and physician orders and apply that knowledge to fill mock prescriptions.

The curriculum also includes the ethics of pharmacy practice and education about prescription medications, patient care and interaction and charges and reimbursement.

Upon completion of this program, you’ll be prepared to pass the National Certification Exam offered by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board.

Program Hours: 300 All Materials Included

Program Objectives Upon completion of this program, you'll be able to:

What Students are Saying:

• Understand the laws that govern pharmacy, whether federal or state-mandated • Discuss the HIPAA requirements and their application to the pharmacy • Interpret physician orders and prescriptions

Since I could take the program on my own time, at home and online, it was really convenient. The program was comprehensive and easy to navigate. – Lacey

• Prepare and distribute medications • Define medical and pharmaceutical terms and common abbreviations • Understand the pharmacology of medications and how they affect the body • Perform pharmaceutical calculations • Communicate effectively with patients and medical professionals • Process insurance billing or collect payments • Pass the National Certification Exam

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