Professional

ADULT FAMILY HOME

Adult Family Home Administrator Course

This 54-hour class outlines and prepares students for the Adult Family Home licensing and inspection process. It covers the roles and responsibilities of a licensed provider, business and operations’ procedures, staff management, resident rights and care issues, and state and federal laws governing adult family homes. Taught by highly experienced providers/instructors. All training materials provided. Prerequisite: take Canvas test to evaluate English or submit unofficial college transcript showing successful completion of college-level English. For additional information go to https://continuinged.northseattle.edu/afh. Questions: email afh. north@seattlecolleges.edu or call (206) 934-3619. 7016 4/9/2021 - 5/1/2021 9:00AM - 4:30PM 8 ses F, Sa Spada Online; Canvas and Zoom $699 7077 5/7/2021 - 5/29/2021 9:00AM - 4:30PM 8 ses F, Sa Schlimme Online; Canvas and Zoom $699 7097 5/7/2021 - 5/29/2021 9:00AM - 4:30PM 8 ses F, Sa Spada Online; Canvas and Zoom $699 7088 6/5/2021 - 7/24/2021 9:30AM - 5:00PM 8 ses Sa Putnam Online; Canvas and Zoom $699

Instructor-Facilitated Professional Courses

• Dental Office Manager • Java Programmer • Medical Interpreter • Web Applications Developer conted.northseattle.edu/online-learning/ online-career-training Orientation to Adult Family Home Administration Program

DSHS instructors will provide an overview of the requirements that a prospective AFH licensee will need to meet in order to provide services and care to residents in a licensed home setting. The class will also detail the process each prospective provider will need to follow before applying for their AFH license. A short amount of time is allotted for questions and answers. Each attending student will receive a certificate after completing the class, valid for one calendar year after the date of attendance. Check-in at 8:30 a.m., class starts at 9:00 a.m. No entry after 9:30 a.m. 7018 4/6/2021 - 4/6/2021 9:00AM - 4:00PM 1 ses Tu DSHS Instructor Online; Zoom $39 7019 5/4/2021 - 5/4/2021 9:00AM - 4:00PM 1 ses Tu DSHS Instructor Online; Zoom $39 7020 6/1/2021 - 6/1/2021 9:00AM - 4:00PM 1 ses Tu DSHS Instructor Online; Zoom $39

ALLIED HEALTH

Phlebotomy: Basic Blood Collection Techniques

This program is designed as a complimentary course for healthcare students who wish to learn basic blood collection skills and for practitioners who are responsible for blood or specimen collections. It consists of laboratory training by professional laboratory personnel and develops skills for basic blood drawing, whether for healthcare professionals or those wishing to learn phlebotomy skills as a complement to additional laboratory training. This program requires independent learning and does not include an externship. Initial two-hour Zoom class on 4/10 presents preparatory materials; four remaining sessions will meet in person, on campus. A $50 (approx.) materials fee is due to the instructor in class. Group training can be arranged. Contact Continuing Education at conted@seattlecolleges.edu to learn more. 7094 4/10/2021 - 5/8/2021 9:00AM - 4:00PM 5 ses Sa Harrell IB Bldg Room 1317 $450

PROFESSIONAL

BUSINESS SkILLS

Volunteer Management

Learn how to recruit and retain a team of engaged and committed volunteers for your organization. We’ve all experienced the challenges of managing smart, capable people as they try to give their best for our organizations, whether board members, staff or anyone in a volunteer role. We’ll look at what attracts volunteers to serve, keeps them coming back and makes their volunteer experience satisfying for them and effective for you. If you manage volunteers, work with a team of volunteers or are a volunteer, you won’t want to miss this workshop! 7101 4/9/2021 - 4/9/2021 9:00 - 11:00AM 1 ses F Lang Online; Zoom $39 Emotional Intelligence for Leaders and Emerging Leaders

Emotional intelligence describes the ability to understand one’s own feelings and how these emotions can influence motivation, behavior and group dynamics. Leaders who are emotionally intelligent foster safe environments in which employees feel comfortable to take calculated risks and voice their opinions. Engage in interactive, hands-on self-evaluation and exercises to develop your emotional intelligence and become a respected and inspiring leader. 7008 4/19/2021 - 5/5/2021 10:00 - 11:30AM 6 ses M, W Johnson Online; Zoom $179

Instructor-Facilitated Legal Courses

• Self-Paced, Online Professional Courses • Certificate in Business Communications • Certificate in Creativity and Innovation • Introduction to Business Analysis • Leaders and Work-Life Balance • Strategic Marketing for Entrepreneurs continuinged.northseattle.edu/ online-learning/mind-edge Leadership for Women

Examine the issues and challenges facing women in leadership positions and how a values-based leadership style is critical to becoming an effective and authentic leader. Develop your ValuesBased Leadership Mission Statement. Your mission statement will help you to lead according to your values, stay focused during challenging times and simplify your decision making. You will also learn 17 reasons women make great leaders. 7009 5/10/2021 - 5/12/2021 10:00 - 11:30AM 2 ses M, W Johnson Online; Zoom $89 Accounting and QuickBooks Series

Sign up for the Accounting and QuickBooks Series and receive a 20% price discount on Accounting for Small Business, QuickBooks – Level 1, and QuickBooks – Level 2. See www. learnatnorth.org for recommended textbook information. This class meets on Thursdays, 4/22/21 - 5/27/21. On 4/22 and 4/29 class meets 4:00-7:00pm, and on 5/6, 5/13, 5/20 and 5/27 meets 5:00-7:00pm. 7089 4/22/2021 - 5/27/2021 Varies 6 ses Th Berger Online; Zoom $249 Accounting for Small Business

Operating a small business? New to accounting? This class is for you! Discover basic accounting principles that you can apply using a simple paper ledger or as preparation for using QuickBooks. Leave understanding bank reconciliations, journal entries, accounts payable, accounts receivable and more! Knowledge of Excel is helpful but not required. See www.learnatnorth.org for recommended textbook information. 7090 4/22/2021 - 4/29/2021 4:00 - 7:00PM 2 ses Th Berger Online; Zoom $125

PROFESSIONAL

QuickBooks – Level 1

Explore everything you need to get started with QuickBooks Desktop. Learn how easy it is to create a new company and build a chart of accounts. Use QuickBooks to invoice customers (including sales tax and discounts), enter bills, back up data and generate monthly reports. Prerequisite: Windows experience and familiarity with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable. In a remote learning environment, a second monitor may be helpful in simultaneously receiving and practicing the instruction. See www.learnatnorth.org for recommended textbook information. 7091 5/6/2021 - 5/13/2021 5:00 - 7:00PM 2 ses Th Berger Online; Zoom $85 QuickBooks – Level 2

Further your knowledge of QuickBooks Desktop and improve your skills with this robust accounting software. Leave knowing how to customize forms, track inventory, create job estimates, use credit cards and create reports or graphs. Explore the payroll feature in QuickBooks. Prerequisite: QuickBooks Level 1. In a remote learning environment, a second monitor may be helpful in simultaneously receiving and practicing the instruction. See www.learnatnorth. org for recommended textbook information. 7092 5/20/2021 - 5/27/2021 5:00 - 7:00PM 2 ses Th Berger Online; Zoom $85 Grantwriting 101

Have you thought about becoming a grant writer for non-profits? Are grants a viable funding source for your organization? This class introduces you to the basics of grant writing including where to look for funding; how to write letters of inquiry, a compelling grant application and an impact report; building relationships with grant-makers including foundations, corporations and government; and crafting a budget that makes sense to the funder. You will be doing research on the internet so good internet access is required. 7049 4/27/2021 - 5/18/2021 6:30 - 8:00PM 4 ses Tu Fine Online; Zoom $99 Foundations of Project Management

Learn the essentials of project management from the standpoint of managing a single, small-to-medium sized project. You’ll go through the project life cycle in the same sequence you’ll encounter when managing a real project in the workplace. We’ll explore the entire product and project life cycle, including initiation, planning, executing, controlling and closing. This class is the first step in gaining your PMP certification. 7100 5/11/2021 - 6/15/2021 6:00 - 9:15PM 6 ses Tu Stolz Online; Canvas and Zoom $495

SMALL BUSINESS

Essentials for Starting a Small Business

Thinking of starting a small business? Get an overview of the startup process beginning with common characteristics and attitudes of successful small business owners. The class will also explore major planning areas as a way to reduce risk in your venture. From marketing, finance, operations and writing a business plan, we’ll focus on practical steps, not only to determine the feasibility of your idea, but to set you up for future success. Explore ideas for getting customers in the door, working out your operations and procedures in advance for a flawless opening, and some key financial ideas necessary during the startup phase and in ongoing operation. You’ll leave class with numerous resources to help you fill any skill or knowledge gaps you may have discovered along the way and build upon what you have learned. Each Wednesday, you’ll receive an email with links to the week’s lessons and activities which you can do at your own pace. Discussions with classmates will take place on Slack, an online chat/message site. For students who prefer interacting through live video rather than text, a casual and optional weekly video conference is offered Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. 7042 5/5/2021 - 6/2/2021 6:30 - 7:30PM 5 ses W Coffey Online; Other $245

PROFESSIONAL

Intro to Social Media for Small Business

Are you a small business owner with social media accounts but feel overwhelmed when it comes to using them? Navigating between Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest to find the right fit for your needs can seem mind-boggling. We will focus primarily on Instagram and explore how your posts can be simultaneously leveraged with other platforms. We will discuss how to use social media in an effective, simplified manner to achieve your small business objectives. We will also touch on how to create consistency across your web and social media presence. New lessons will be posted each week on Wednesdays, with an optional video call for those who wish to attend. A $20 materials fee will be collected by the instructor via PayPal. #seeyouthere 7086 4/22/2021 - 5/6/2021 7:00 - 9:00PM 3 ses Th Sweeney Online; Zoom $99 Introduction to Social Media Part 2

Have you already taken our Intro to Social Media class? Or understand the basics of Instagram and want to know more? This class takes you to the next level! Learn intermediate features of Instagram including Reels, IGTV, Shopping and Swipe Up. We will cover organizing your content, creating videos, designing ads, and more. We’ll also touch on the popular TiKTok social media app and how it can be used for business. New lessons will be posted each week on Wednesdays, with an optional video call for those who wish to attend. A $20 materials fee will be collected by the instructor via PayPal. #seeyouthere 7087 5/13/2021 - 5/27/2021 7:00 - 9:00PM 3 ses Th Sweeney Online; Zoom $99

It was great to be able to hear what I might sound like on an actual high quality voice over. I feel encouraged to pursue this further. Lisa has always been one of my favorite Seattle voices. She is a terrific instructor.

– Marsha on Professional Voiceover Workshop with Lisa Foster

WORk FOR YOURSELF

Intro to Audiobook Narration and Production at Home

Audiobooks are the fastest growing format in book publishing, and nowadays, most audiobooks are recorded in home studios! Whether you are an author who wants to narrate your own audiobook, or an actor that aspires to become a freelance narrator, this class will cover everything you need to get started narrating, engineering and producing audiobooks, as well as some great tips on finding paid work as an audiobook narrator. For this class, you will need a computer with the ability to download free recording software such as Audacity or Garage Band, a microphone, a quiet, non-echoey space, and the willingness to learn! 7096 4/24/2021 - 5/15/2021 10:00AM - 12:00PM 4 ses Sa Lee Online; Zoom $99 Professional Voiceover Workshop

Learn to use your speaking voice for commercials, films and videos. Discover a unique, outside-the-box way to succeed at a lucrative full- or part-time career. This is a business that you can handle on your own terms, on your own turf, in your own time and with very little overhead. In our ever-expanding online marketplace, new companies are looking for fresh voices like never before. This fun and exciting class could be the career gamechanger you’ve been looking for! Lisa Foster has done numerous local and national spots, from website narratives and computer games to commercials for brands like Crest® and Olay® and even comedy bits! 7026 4/21/2021 - 4/21/2021 6:00 - 8:00PM 1 ses W Foster Online; Other $49

PROFESSIONAL

Looking for funding for your Continuing Education class? Students who are eligible for Workforce Education may be able to use those funds to pay for classes. Learn more: northseattle.edu/workforce-education

Starting a Legal Home Based Food Business

Did you know that it is possible to start a food business out of your own home kitchen—yes, even during a pandemic! If you’ve ever dreamed of turning your love for baking into a side business, this is the course for you. Taught by an experienced food entrepreneur, we will cover business licensing and health code issues specific to home-based food businesses and provide stepby-step information about food costing, sales channels and the financial aspects of making a successful start. Home-based food businesses are mainly limited to baked products—if you have any questions prior to signing up for the course as to whether or not your product ideas would be in-line with Washington’s laws, contact Continuing Education at conted@seattlecolleges.edu. 7023 4/20/2021 - 5/25/2021 7:30 - 9:00PM 6 ses Tu Lewis Online; Zoom $145

JENNIFER LEWIS Jennifer founded her small food company, Petit Four Legs, after years of working as a Pastry Chef for a luxury hotel. In addition to a Culinary degree, Jennifer holds an MBA from Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management. Jennifer is the author of Starting A Parttime Food Business: Everything You Need To Know To Turn Your Love For Food Into A Successful Business Without Necessarily Quitting Your Day Job and Food On Wheels: The Complete Guide To Starting A Food Truck, Food Cart, or Other Mobile Food Business.

CLOCk HOURS AND CEUS

Clock Hours Fee

Teachers can earn Clock Hours with the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction for their Continuing Education class by registering for this fee. Pay this fee one time each quarter and earn clock hours for multiple classes! In order to grant clock hours, we need attendance verification from the instructor or Certificate of Completion for online courses. See www.learnatnorth.org for list of approved courses. Register for this class to earn Clock Hours during Spring Quarter, 2021: April 5 through June 18, 2021. 7389 $15 Continuing Education Units (CEU) Fee

Register for Continuing Education Units (CEUs) to verify the completion of a class. Pay this fee one time each quarter and earn CEUs for multiple classes! In order to issue a certificate awarding CEUs, we need attendance verification from the instructor. Register for this class to earn CEUs during Spring Quarter, 2021: April 5 through June 18, 2021. 7390 $15

Instructor-Facilitated K-12 Courses

• Differentiated Instruction in the Classroom • Empowering Students with Disabilities • Integrating Technology in the Classroom • Solving Classroom Discipline Problems • Teaching Students with ADHD conted.northseattle.edu/online-learning/ed2go