ALCO Spring 2015 Course Catalog

Adult Learning Center Osceola (ALCO) St. Cloud * Kissimmee * Poinciana

2015 SPRING SEMESTER COURSE CATALOG

PHONE: 407.518.8140 WEB: alco.osceola.k12.fl.us ONLINE TRAINING ACADEMY: www.ed2go.com/alco

Locations ALCO Main Campus 2320 New Beginnings Road Kissimmee, FL 34744

407-518-8140

ABE/GED®/ESOL Day and Evening Classes

ALCO Poinciana Campus 1030 Cypress Parkway Kissimmee, FL 34759

ALCO St. Cloud Campus 2901 17th St. St. Cloud, FL 34769

407-343-7341

407-343-7342

ABE/GED®/ESOL Day and Evening Classes

ABE/GED® Evening Classes Only

ALCO at Celebration High School 1809 Celebration Boulevard Celebration, FL 34747 ESOL Evening Classes Only Phone: 407.518.8140

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Table of Contents Topic .............................................................................. Page Locations............................................................................................................... Front Cover Taking Classes at ALCO ................................................................................................. 2 Programs and Classes: Adult Basic Education, GED® Classes .................................................................. 3 GED® Testing ....................................................................................................... 3 English Enrichment ............................................................................................. 4 ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) ................................................ 4 Online Training Academy .................................................................................... 5            

Accounting & Finance ....................................................................... 5 Business............................................................................................. 6 College Readiness ............................................................................. 7 Computer Applications ..................................................................... 7 Design & Composition....................................................................... 7 Health Care & Medical ...................................................................... 7 Language & Arts ................................................................................ 8 Law & Legal ....................................................................................... 8 Personal Development...................................................................... 8 Teaching & Education ....................................................................... 8 Technology ........................................................................................ 9 Test Preparation................................................................................ 9

Spanish ............................................................................................................... 10 Test Preparation................................................................................................. 10  

FCAT Citizenship

Traffic Safety and Driver Improvement ............................................................. 11 Other Programs and Services at ALCO.......................................................................... 12 School Calendar (Day and Evening Classes) ............................................................ Back Cover

As you browse through our catalog, look for these icons: LIVE CLASSROOM COURSE

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Taking Classes at ALCO Eligibility All persons age 16 or older are eligible to attend training classes at ALCO. Individual courses or programs may have prerequisites.

Registration* and Payment All registration and tuition fees must be paid at the time of registration. You may register for ALCO programs and classes in one of the following ways:  In-person. (Cash, check, or, Visa/MasterCard/Discover cards are accepted.) 

Online registration and payment is available for ed2go online classes and traffic school classes only. (Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express are accepted.)

Contact Information Mail:

Adult Learning Center Osceola (ALCO) 2320 New Beginnings Road Kissimmee, FL 34744

Phone: (407) 518-8140 Fax: (407) 518-8141 Email: alco@osceola.k12.fl.us

Course Cancellation  

Register early! Classes that do not have the sufficient enrollment one week before the class begins are subject to cancellation.

ALCO reserves the right to change dates and times of classes, or cancel classes due to insufficient enrollment or a complication beyond our control. In these circumstances, a full refund will be processed.

Refund Policy 

Registration/testing/tuition fees are nonrefundable.

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Full refunds will always be given if ALCO cancels a class.

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Please allow 3 weeks for refund processing.

Office Hours Monday, Wednesday, and Friday (7:30 AM-3:00 PM) Tuesday and Thursday (7:30 AM-8:00 PM when classes are in session)

Adult Learning Center Osceola is a Tobacco-Free School.

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Adult Basic Education and GED® Adult Basic Education (ABE) The Adult Basic Education (ABE) program provides instruction in reading, math, and language for individuals wishing to improve basic skills.

General Education Development (GED® ) The General Educational Development (GED® ) program provides instruction in language arts, social studies, science, and mathematics leading to a State of Florida diploma.

Enrollment in the Adult Basic Education or GED® training programs: Cost: New Student Continuing Student

$70.00 $45.00

Class Schedules: Main and Poinciana Campuses  Monday through Friday 8:00—11:00 AM or 11:45 AM—2:45 PM  Tuesday and Thursday 5:30 PM—8:30 PM

St. Cloud Campus  Tuesday and Thursday 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Prerequisites:  Students are required to take a placement test and attend an orientation session during enrollment. Visit the “ABE/ GED” section of our website at alco.osceola.k12.fl.us for more information.

Online training classes are available for the ABE and GED® training programs. Discuss this option with your counselor if you are interested.

General Education Development (GED® ) Testing Location: All GED® Testing will take place at the Main Campus only.

Cost: $128 for the full battery of computer-based tests. ($32 per individual test.) Visit www.ged.com to register for the computer-based test. All testers must take the computer-based test. * If you are enrolled as an ALCO student, you’ll receive one free Ready (practice) test and a 50% discount off of the cost of the GED® test!

Location: ALCO Main Campus Dates and Times: For more information, visit the “Testing Center ” section of the ALCO website at alco.osceola.k12.fl.us.

www.ged.com

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During the past year...

ALCO counseled over 400 ABE and GED® students regarding various educational and post-secondary opportunities.

More than 90 students were the recipients of a GED® diploma.

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English Enrichment Academic Skills for Adult ESOL This course is open to students who have completed the adult ESOL course and to other students who demonstrate the required level of English language skills. Students enrolling in this course have a goal to enter a university or college. The class is intended for students who already have a high school diploma, but want to improve their English academic skills before going to a post-secondary institution.

Location: ALCO Main Campus Class Schedule: Monday—Friday, 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM Cost: New Student $70.00 (Continuing Student $45.00 )

Conversational English This 12-hour course is designed to improve English speaking skills through small group discussion and pronunciation activities.

Location: ALCO Main Campus Dates and Times: March 3—19 (Tuesdays & Thursdays) 6:00 PM—8:00 PM Prerequisites: If you are a current ALCO student, you must be at least a Level 5 or 6 student to attend this class. If you are not an ALCO student, you will be required to complete an oral screening to determine eligibility.

ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) English for Speakers of Other Languages The six (6) levels of English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) classes are designed for adults who need to develop skills in speaking, listening, reading, and writing.

Los seis (6) niveles de el programa de ESOL (Inglés para personas de otros lenguajes) están diseñadas para los adultos que necesitan desarrollar las destrezas en hablar, escuchar, leer y escribir en Inglés.

Cost: New Student/Estudiante Nuevo Continuing Student/Estudiante Continuo

$70.00 $45.00

Class Schedules/Horarios de Clases: Main and Poinciana Campuses  Monday—Friday/Lunes—Viernes 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM or 11:45 AM – 2:45 PM  Tuesday and Thursday/Martes y Jueves 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM Prerequisites:

Celebration High School  Tuesday and Thursday/Martes y Jueves 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM

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Individuals must be at least 16 years and not enrolled in any other public school.

Las personas deben tener 16 años o mas y no inscritas en ninguna otra escuela publica.

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New students are required to take the CASAS (Comprehensive Adult Student Assessment System) test during enrollment. Test appointment and registration must be completed in person.

Se requiere que los nuevos estudiantes tomen la prueba CASAS antes de comenzar las clases. La cita de la prueba y matrícula deberán realizarse en persona.

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Online Training Academy ALCO Online Training Academy ALCO is proud to partner with ed2go, a division of Cengage Learning, to offer an extensive catalog of highly interactive career skills and adult enrichment training courses that you can take entirely over the Internet.

All of our courses are led by expert instructors, many of whom are nationally known authors.

Our online courses are affordable, fun, fast, convenient, and geared just for you.

Cost: $89 (cost may vary depending on length and topic) Location: Online.

Dates and Times: Courses are six weeks in length and new sessions begin monthly.

Spring Semester sessions begin: 

January 21 February 18 March 18

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April 15 May 20 June 17

Prerequisites: Course requirements may differ depending on the level and type of course. Prerequisites, if any, will be listed in the course descriptions.

Technical Requirements: All courses require Internet access, email, and Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox web browser. Some courses may have additional requirements. Please visit the ALCO Online Academy for more information.

Available Courses:  The courses listed on the following pages represent the online courses available at the time of catalog publication. Courses are subject to change and new courses are added frequently. To see the most updated list of courses, go to the ALCO Online Training Academy link at www.ed2go.com/alco. 

Courses listed on Pages 5-9 are $89 unless otherwise indicated.

ALCO also offers online training options for Adult Basic Education and GED® students. See Page 3 for more details or go to the “GED® ” section of the ALCO website at alco.osceola.k12.fl.us.

Accounting & Finance

Accounting & Finance (cont.)

Accounting & Finance (cont.)

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Accounting Fundamentals Accounting Fundamentals II Advanced Microsoft Excel 2010 Intermediate Microsoft Excel 2013

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Intermediate Microsoft Excel 2013 Introduction to Crystal Reports Introduction to Crystal Reports 10 Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2013

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Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2013 Introduction to Peachtree Accounting 2012 Introduction to QuickBooks 2011

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Online Training Academy Accounting & Finance (cont.)

Business: Leadership (cont.)

Business: Non-Profit

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Introduction to QuickBooks 2012 Introduction to QuickBooks 2013 Intermediate QuickBooks 2012 Intermediate QuickBooks 2013 Performing Payroll in QuickBooks 2013 Performing Payroll in QuickBooks 2011 Performing Payroll in QuickBooks 2012 QuickBooks 2013 for Contractors QuickBooks 2011 for Contractors QuickBooks 2012 for Contractors Introduction to Stock Options Keys to Successful Money Mgmt.

Personal Finance Protect Your Money, Credit, & Identity Real Estate Investing Real Estate Investing II: Financing Your Property Stocks, Bonds, and Investing: Oh, My! Where Does All My Money Go? Business: Leadership Achieving Success with Difficult People Building Teams That Work Effective Business Writing Fundamentals of Supervision and Management Fundamentals of Supervision and Management II Interpersonal Communication Keys to Effective Communication Leadership Managing Customer Service Mastering Public Speaking Supply Chain Mgmt. Fundamentals Distribution and Logistics Mgmt.

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Fundamentals of Supervision and Management Fundamentals of Supervision and Management II Interpersonal Communication Keys to Effective Communication Leadership Managing Customer Service Mastering Public Speaking Supply Chain Management Fundamentals

Business: General               

Admin. Assistant Applications Admin. Assistant Fundamentals Finance for Non-Finance Personnel Computer Skills for the Workplace Employment Law Fundamentals Going Green at the Workplace Individual Excellence Introduction to Business Analysis Manufacturing Applications Manufacturing Fundamentals Mastery of Business Fundamentals Purchasing Fundamentals Six Sigma: Total Quality Applications Total Quality Fundamentals Understanding the Human Resources Function

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High Speed Project Management PMP Certification Prep 1 ($109) PMP Certification Prep 2 ($109) Project Management Applications Project Management Fundamentals

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Achieving Success with Difficult People Building Teams That Work Effective Business Writing

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Achieving Top Search Engine Positions Business and Marketing Writing Creating a Successful Business Plan Designing Effective Websites Effective Selling Introduction to Google Analytics Marketing Your Business on the Internet Professional Sales Skills Small Business Marketing on a Shoestring

Business: Starting Your Own Business

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A to Z Grant Writing Advanced Grant Proposal Writing Becoming a Grant Writing Consultant Get Grants!

Introduction to Nonprofit Management Marketing Your Nonprofit Nonprofit Fundraising Essentials Starting a Nonprofit Wow, What a Great Event!

Writing Effective Grant Proposals

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Learn to Buy and Sell on eBay Secrets of the Caterer Start a Pet Sitting Business Start and Operate Your Own HomeBased Business Start Your Own Arts & Crafts Business Start Your Own Gift Basket Business Start Your Own Small Business Starting a Consulting Practice Writing and Selling Self-Help Books

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Online Training Academy College Readiness             

Computer Applications: Adobe (cont.)

Introduction to Algebra Math Refresher Medical Math Human Anatomy and Physiology Human Anatomy and Physiology II Introduction to Biology Introduction to Chemistry Introduction to Statistics GMAT Preparation GRE Preparation - Part 1 (Verbal and Analytical) GRE Preparation - Part 2 (Quantitative) SAT/ACT Preparation - Part 1 SAT/ACT Preparation - Part 2

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Introduction to Adobe Acrobat X Introduction to Digital Scrapbooking Introduction to Dreamweaver CS4 Introduction to Dreamweaver CS5 Introduction to Flash CS4 Introduction to Flash CS5 Introduction to Illustrator CS5 Introduction to InDesign CS4 Introduction to InDesign CS5 Introduction to Photoshop CS5 Introduction to Photoshop CS6 Intermediate Dreamweaver CS4 Intermediate Dreamweaver CS5 Intermediate Flash CS4 Intermediate Flash CS5 Intermediate InDesign CS5 Intermediate Photoshop CS4 Intermediate Photoshop CS5 Intermediate Photoshop CS6 Photoshop CS4: Digital Photography Photoshop CS5: Digital Photography Photoshop CS5: Digital Photography II Photoshop CS6: Digital Photography Photoshop Elements 10 for the Digital Photographer Photoshop Elements 10 for the Digital Photographer II

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Photoshop Elements 8 for the Digital Photographer Photoshop Elements 8 for the Digital Photographer II Photoshop Elements 9 for the Digital Photographer Photoshop Elements 9 for the Digital Photographer II

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What's New in Microsoft Office 2013 Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2013 Intermediate Microsoft Excel 2013 Advanced Microsoft Excel 2013 Introduction to Microsoft Word 2010 Introduction to Microsoft Word 2013 Intermediate Microsoft Word 2010 Intermediate Microsoft Word 2013 Introduction to Microsoft Outlook 2010 Introduction to Microsoft Outlook 2013 Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint 2013 Introduction to Microsoft Project 2010 Introduction to Microsoft Project 2013 Introduction to Microsoft Access 2010 Introduction to Microsoft Access 2013 Intermediate Microsoft Access 2010 Intermediate Microsoft Access 2013 Introduction to Microsoft Publisher 2010 Intro. to Microsoft Publisher 2013 Introduction to Windows 7 Introduction to Windows 8

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Discover Digital Photography Photographing Nature with Your Digital Camera Photographing People With Your Digital Camera Secrets of Better Photography Travel Photography for the Digital Photographer Advanced Web Pages Creating Web Pages Introduction to InDesign CS3 Creating WordPress Websites Creating WordPress Websites II Intermediate CSS and XHTML Introduction to CSS and XHTML Introduction to Microsoft Expression Web

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Certificate in Complementary and Alternative Medicine ($219) Certificate in Spirituality, Health, and Healing ($219) Introduction to Natural Health & Healing Become a Physical Therapy Aide Become an Optical Assistant Explore a Career as a Pharmacy Technician Spanish for Medical Professionals Explore a Career as an Administrative Medical Assistant Explore a Career in a Dental Office Explore a Career in Medical Coding Explore a Career in Medical Transcription Handling Medical Emergencies Medical Terminology: A Word Association Approach Certificate in Legal and Ethical Issues in Nursing ($179) HIPAA Compliance Legal Nurse Consulting Certificate in End of Life Care ($199) Certificate in Gerontology ($209) Certificate in Perinatal Issues ($99)

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Online Training Academy Health Care & Medical (cont.)

Language & Arts: Writing (Cont.)

Personal Development (cont.)

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Certificate in Holistic and Integrative Health ($359) Certificate in Integrative Mental Health ($129) Certificate in Pain Assessment and Management ($179) Become a Veterinary Assistant Become a Veterinary Assistant II: Canine Reproduction Become a Veterinary Assistant III: Practical Skills Introduction to Biology

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Drawing for the Absolute Beginner Introduction to Guitar Music Made Easy Pleasures of Poetry

Language & Arts: Language                  

An Introduction to Teaching ESL/ EFL Beginning Conversational French Conversational Japanese Easy English 1 Easy English 2 Easy English 3 Enhancing Language Development in Childhood Grammar for ESL Instant Italian Practical Ideas for the Adult ESL/EFL Classroom Spanish for Law Enforcement Spanish in the Classroom Speed Spanish Speed Spanish II Speed Spanish III Teaching ESL/EFL Grammar Teaching ESL/EFL Reading Teaching ESL/EFL Vocabulary

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A Writer's Guide to Descriptive Settings Advanced Fiction Writing

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Explore a Career as a Paralegal Introduction to Criminal Law LSAT Preparation - Part 1 LSAT Preparation - Part 2 Real Estate Law Workers' Compensation

Personal Development

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Language & Arts: Writing 

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A Writer's Guide to Descriptive Settings Advanced Fiction Writing Beginner's Guide to Getting Published Beginning Writer's Workshop Breaking Into Sitcom Writing Introduction to Journaling Introduction to Screenwriting Publish and Sell Your eBooks Mystery Writing Research Methods for Writers The Craft of Magazine Writing The Keys to Effective Editing Travel Writing Write Fiction Like a Pro Write Your Life Story Writeriffic 1 & 2: Creativity Training Writing for Children Writing Young Adult Fiction

Assisting Aging Parents Genealogy Basics Get Assertive!

Get Funny!

Going Green at Home Growing Plants for Fun and Profit Guiding Kids on the Internet Introduction to LinkedIn Career Networking Keyboarding

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Listen to Your Heart, and Success Will Follow Lose Weight and Keep It Off Luscious, Low-Fat, Lightning-Quick Meals Managing Life as a Single Parent Merrill Ream Speed Reading Resume Writing Workshop Skills for Making Great Decisions Start Your Own Edible Garden Twelve Steps to a Successful Job Search Understanding Adolescents

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Creating a Classroom Web Site Creating Classroom Centers Creating K-12 Learning Materials Creating the Inclusive Classroom: Strategies for Success Differentiated Instruction in the Classroom Differentiating K-12 Assessments Empowering Students With Disabilities Grammar Refresher Guided Reading and Writing: Strategies for Student Achievement Guided Reading: Strategies for the Differentiated Classroom Homeschool With Success Integrating Technology in the Classroom

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Online Training Academy Teaching & Education (cont.)

Teaching & Education (cont.)

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Microsoft Excel 2010 in the Classroom Microsoft Excel 2013 in the Classroom Microsoft PowerPoint 2013 in the Classroom Microsoft Word 2010 in the Classroom Microsoft Word 2010 in the Classroom Microsoft Word 2013 in the Classroom Praxis I Preparation Ready, Set, Read!

Response to Intervention: Reading Strategies That Work Singapore Math Strategies: Advanced Model Drawing for Grades 6-9 Singapore Math Strategies: Model Drawing for Grades 1-6 Singapore Math: Number Sense and Computational Strategies Solving Classroom Discipline Problems Solving Classroom Discipline Problems II Survival Kit for New Teachers Teaching Adult Learners Teaching Math: Grades 4-6 Teaching Preschool: A Year of Inspiring Lessons Teaching Science: Grades 4-6 Teaching Smarter With SMART Boards Teaching Students With ADHD Teaching Students With Autism Teaching Students With Learning Disabilities Teaching Writing: Grades K-3 Teaching Writing: Grades 4-6 The Classroom Computer The Creative Classroom Differentiated Instruction & Response to Intervention Connection

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Using the Internet in the Classroom Web 2.0: Blogs, Wikis, and Podcasts

Technology: Basic     

Introduction to Linux Introduction to PC Troubleshooting Introduction to Programming Keyboarding Navigating the Internet

Technology: Certificate Prep      

Basic CompTIA® A+ Certification Prep ($109) Intermediate CompTIA® A+ Certification Prep ($109) Advanced CompTIA® A+ Certification Prep ($109) CompTIA® Network+ Certification Prep ($109) CompTIA® Security+ Certification Prep 1 ($109) CompTIA® Security+ Certification Prep 2 ($109)

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Intermediate Oracle Intermediate SQL Introduction to Database Development Introduction to Oracle Introduction to SQL Intermediate Networking Introduction to Networking Wireless Networking Advanced PC Security Introduction to PC Security

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Introduction to Java Programming Introduction to Perl Programming Introduction to PHP and MySQL Introduction to Python 2.5 Programming Introduction to Python 3 Programming Introduction to Ruby Programming Introduction to Visual Basic 2008 Mac, iPhone, and iPad Programming

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GMAT Preparation GRE Test Preparation-Part I (Verbal and Analytical) GRE Test Preparation-Part II (Quantitative) LSAT Preparation-Part I LSAT Preparation-Part II Praxis I Preparation SAT/ACT Preparation I (Reading, Writing, English and Science) SAT/ACT Preparation II (Math)

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Creating Mobile Apps with HTML5 Intermediate C# Programming Intermediate Java Programming Intermediate PHP and MySQL Intermediate Visual Basic 2008 Introduction to Ajax Programming Introduction to ASP.NET Introduction to C# Programming Introduction to C++ Programming

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Spanish Conversational Spanish (Level I) This 30-hour course is designed for adult students who have never studied Spanish.

Dates and Times:  February 3—March 5 (Tuesdays/Thursdays, 5:30 PM-8:30 PM)—30 Hours Register by January 27 and pay just $149.

Cost is $159 after January 27.

Osceola County School District employees receive a discount—inquire when registering.

Location: ALCO Main Campus Prerequisites: None.

Conversational Spanish (Level II—Parts A and B) These 18-hour courses are designed for adult students with some Spanish background who want to improve their conversational skills.

Dates and Times:  (PART A) April 7—23 (Tuesdays/Thursdays, 5:30 PM-8:30 PM)—18 Hours Register by March 31 and pay just $79. Cost is $89 after March 31. 

(PART B) April 28—May 14 (Tuesdays/Thursdays, 5:30 PM-8:30 PM)—18 Hours Register by April 21 and pay just $79. Cost is $89 after April 21.

Location: ALCO Main Campus Prerequisites: Basic knowledge of Spanish or Level I class. It is also recommended to take Part A before taking Part B. The following Spanish courses are offered online: Speed Spanish—Levels I, I, III; Spanish for Medical Professionals; Spanish for Law Enforcement; and Spanish in the Classroom. See Page 5 for more details or go to the ALCO Online Training Academy at www.ed2go.com/alco.

Test Preparation Citizenship

FCAT Reading Test Preparation

This is an 18-hour test preparation class for individuals who have started or completed the paperwork to apply for Citizenship.

During this 18-hour workshop, you’ll refresh your reading skills necessary for achievement on the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT).

Cost: Tuition $30/Book Fee $30/Placement Test Fee $25 for new students

Cost: $45 for the class. (There is no cost to take the test.

Please specify when registering if you want to sign up for both the class and the test.)

Location: ALCO Main Campus Dates and Times: Check the Training Classes section of our website at alco.osceola.k12.fl.us.

Prerequisites: Intermediate level of English is needed to take this class. A placement test is required for those who have never taken classes at ALCO. Register in person.

Location: ALCO Main Campus Dates and Times: February 24—March 31 (Tuesdays/ Thursdays) No class during week of March 23-27  3:15 PM to 5:15 PM, or  5:30 PM to 7:30 PM

The following Test Preparation courses are offered online: SAT/ACT Prep 1 & 2, GMAT Prep, GRE Prep 1 & 2, LSAT Prep 1 & 2. See Page 5 for more details or go to the ALCO Online Academy at www.ed2go.com/alco.

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Traffic Safety and Driver Improvement ALCO is now offering traffic school courses through a partnership with Traffic Safety Consultants, a leading course provider for over 30 years.

ALCO’s classes are offered online—check the descriptions below for more information.

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4-Hour Basic Driver Improvement (BDI) Take this class if you have received a traffic citation that allows you to attend traffic school to reduce or remove traffic points. This class may also be taken for auto insurance discounts with certain insurance providers. Please feel free to log on and off as many times as necessary to complete the 4-hour course.

Register online at alco.osceola.k12.fl.us by clicking Community Training > Traffic School at the top of the page.

Cost: $24.99

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8-Hour Intermediate Driver Improvement (IDI) Several counties in Florida allow motorists to attend traffic school twice in one year. For individuals who have been granted this opportunity, we are pleased to offer our 8-Hour Intermediate Driver Improvement course. In certain other cases, drivers may be ordered to attend this class by a judge or the courts. Check your court papers to confirm that this is the class you need.

Register online at alco.osceola.k12.fl.us by clicking Community Training > Traffic School at the top of the page.

Cost: $59.99

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12-Hour Advanced Driver Improvement (ADI) Drivers who have had their license suspended under the point system must enroll in this course to reinstate their driver's license. Or, you may have been ordered by a judge to take this course.

Register online at alco.osceola.k12.fl.us by clicking Community Training > Traffic School at the top of the page.

Cost: $89.99

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All of the ALCO Traffic School classes are approved by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV).

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You will not be charged any additional processing or administrative fees.

Be sure to have your traffic citation or court papers available when you register!

For more information about the ALCO Traffic Safety and Driver Improvement School, contact Natalie Roberts at ALCO by phone at 407-343-7348 or by email at robertsn@osceola.k12.fl.us.

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Other Programs & Services ALPFA Professional Organization ALPFA, Inc. is a national professional development and networking association, consisting of over 22,000 members nationwide. ALCO is proud to have its own student chapter of ALPFA that provides student members with access to skills development workshops, leadership opportunities, networking with regional professionals, and access to scholarships and assistance with college and career endeavors.

Cost: $20 annual membership fee Prerequisites: Current ALCO students or alumni are eligible to join. Minimum academic level for general membership of ESOL students is Level 4 and 80% class attendance. ABE and GED students must meet minimum of 80% class attendance to be considered for general membership.

Career Center The Career Center provides career planning, assistance with job search and applications, resume preparation, job interviewing skills, and financial aid/scholarship assistance for ALCO students.

Cost: Career Center services are free for all ALCO students.

Location: ALCO Main Campus, Building 5 Dates and Times: Office hours are during regular school hours and Tuesday evening until 8:00 PM.

Career Pathways Your education doesn’t stop once you obtain your diploma. As a student at ALCO, you will have the opportunity to work with staff members who will help you develop your own Career Pathway.

How it Works:  Meet with your Guidance Counselor and teachers to discuss your progress and your goals after completion of ESOL classes or the GED®.  Visit the Career Center to participate in career exploration activities to consider opportunities beyond ALCO and to create a career plan.  Receive assistance with your resume, job searching, applications, interviewing, and employment skills.  Attend ALCO workshops and events designed to prepare you for the workforce or higher education.

Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT) Testing Center Adult Learning Center Osceola (ALCO) is an official testing location for adults who would like to retake the Reading FCAT. Cost: No cost. Pre-registration is required and you must register in person; bring Drivers License and SS Card.

Location: ALCO Main Campus Dates and Times: Tests are administered in the Fall and Spring semesters. Call the ALCO office at 407-518-8140 for more information and test dates.

Test Proctoring ALCO offers test proctoring services to students who are enrolled in internet-based college classes or taking correspondence courses.

Cost: $25 Location: ALCO Main Campus Dates and Times: Call the ALCO office at 407-518-8140 to schedule an appointment.

Phone: 407.518.8140

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