Reading Area Community College Fall Tabloid by Alison Wenger

Welcome RACCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Workforce and Economic Development/Community Education division is here to serve you. Courses and programs are available to meet your needs. RACC would like to thank all of its students for their enthusiastic support. Our creative staff continues to work tirelessly to develop and present fresh, exciting educational experiences of the highest quality.

Table of Contents CAREER TRAINING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 AUCTIONEERING CERTIFICATION PROGRAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 ONLINE CERTIFICATES & COURSES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 COMPUTERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 TECHNICAL TRAINING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 PROFESSIONAL ADVANCEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 GED PROGRAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 VOLUNTEER TUTOR PROGRAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 CULTURAL PROGRAMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 REGISTRATION INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44-45 Reading Area Community College, an equal opportunity college, does not discriminate against persons in employment, educational programs or activities, vocational programs or awarding of contracts based on race, gender, religion, national origin, age, color, sexual orientation, veteran status or disability. This Board of Trustees policy #840 on nondiscrimination extends to all other legally protected classifications and is published in accordance with state and federal laws including Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Affirmative Action inquiries should be directed to the Affirmative Action Officer, RACC, P.O. Box 1706, Reading, PA 19603 (610.372.4721).

Career Training Career Training programs have been consolidated and moved to a new location in the Gateway Center at 2nd and Penn Streets. This facility affords ultra-modern classrooms and laboratories with the latest instructional technology.

photo courtesy of the Reading Eagle

Are you looking for a new career? Have you recently been laid off? You can earn a certificate in 6 months! We offer full-time and individual classes. STUDENT LOANS, FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE, AND/OR SCHOLARSHIPS MAY BE AVAILABLE FOR ELIGIBLE STUDENTS. If you have been affected by recent layoffs, you may be eligible for additional funding for these programs. Please call us at 610.375.8188 for more information. To contact the Nurse Aide Program, please call 610.375.7505.

RACC Community Education Fall 2011 Course Offerings

Career Training Medical Occupational Training Medical Occupational Training prepares individuals for full-time, unsubsidized employment and provides students with specific skills to increase their employability. Many of the programs can be taken on a full-time or part-time basis. Financial aid may be available through RACC, Berks County Career Link and /or OVR. Classes begin every 6 weeks! MEDICAL INSURANCE $6,080 & BILLING SPECIALIST 606 Hours Starts: 9/29 This program focuses on developing the administrative skills necessary to be a successful Medical Insurance and Billing Specialist. This fast growing field offers employment opportunities in doctors’ offices, insurance companies, hospitals, and home-based businesses. Three years of business or administrative experience is required for this course of study. Students complete a 150-hour internship. *MEDICAL OFFICE ASSISTANT $6,465 636 Hours Starts: 9/29 This program will prepare students to function in a variety of entry-level capacities in hospitals, clinics, and doctors’ offices. Students will develop skills in medical terminology, computerized medical office procedures and “front office” duties. In addition, students will learn “back office” skills, including administering injections and immunizations, dispensing medications, drawing blood, and performing EKGs and CPR. Students complete a 150-hour internship. $6,760 MEDICAL SECRETARY 657 Hours Starts: 9/29 This program is designed to help those with some clerical skills prepare to work in the fast growing field as a Medical Secretary. Module A reviews basic clerical skills while beginning to develop the skills necessary for the health care field. Module B advances the student’s skills in medical office procedures, medical 2

transcription, and word processing. Completing this course will prepare the student for administrative duties such as transcription, patient scheduling and insurance and billing. Students complete a 150-hour internship. MEDICAL RECEPTIONIST $6,600 645 Hours Starts: 9/29 This program will prepare individuals for employment as a receptionist in a medical office or other health care setting. Students will learn keyboarding and medical office procedures including answering the telephone, scheduling patients, maintaining files, and directing visitors. Instruction will also prepare the individual for related clerical duties using medical terminology in hospitals, clinics, or lab facilities. Students complete a 150hour internship. MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTIONIST $5,360 552 Hours Starts: 9/29 This program will prepare individuals to work in the field of medical transcription. Keyboarding skills are an essential prerequisite for enrollment. Opportunities for employment exist in doctors’ offices, hospitals, and other medical and health care organizations. Students complete a 150-hour internship. *CERTIFIED HOME HEALTH AIDE $825 84 Hours Starts: Dec. 2011 After completing this program, students will be prepared to care for clients in the home environment or assisted living facility. Students will be given theory, inclass labs, and complete a 15-hour onsite practicum reflecting the essential

RACC Community Education Fall 2011 Course Offerings

Career Training body of knowledge needed to provide basic supportive health services for the clients. Upon satisfactory completion of these requirements, the student will be eligible to take the National Home Health Certification test. The curriculum was written with support from the Administration on Aging and by the National Association for Home Care and Hospice. *CNA, NURSE AIDE $1,200/$1,500 128/165 Hours Starts: 9/29 This program will prepare students for employment in a long-term care facility. During this course, the student will be presented with both theory and practical information regarding patient care. This course meets the requirements of the State of Pennsylvania. Students completing the course are eligible to sit for the Pennsylvania State Competency Exam. *DIAGNOSTIC TECHNICIAN WITH PHLEBOTOMY $4,945 414 Hours Starts: 9/29 This program will prepare individuals to collect blood from adult patients and perform EKGs. The initial component of training will consist of basic medical courses and a word processing course. The last six weeks of this program will include 240 hours of intensive clinical training at the Reading Hospital and Medical Center. *DENTAL ASSISTANT $5,625 446 Hours Starts Sept. 2011 This full-time program will prepare individuals for employment in a dental office. Students will receive theory and practical application regarding chairside assisting. Students will also learn basic laboratory procedures and prepare to sit for the state certification in radiology. In addition to classroom instruction, there

will be a 130-hour clinical experience in a professional dental office. *VETERINARY ASSISTANT $1,500 132 Hours Starts: 9/6 This program will provide the student with the basic, entry-level knowledge and skills necessary for pursuing a career in a veterinary hospital as an assistant. This training is technically challenging. The program includes classroom and animal restraint competencies that must be successfully demonstrated prior to clinical placement for hands-on experience in local veterinary hospitals. Learning medical terminology and basic technical veterinary skills are also an integral part of the training. HEALTHCARE FOUNDATIONS $995 234 Hours Starts Oct. 2011 This course prepares students for entrylevel healthcare employment and provides the foundation for further training in advanced health services occupations. This course provides content that all healthcare workers must know and skills they must be able to demonstrate. Topics include Introduction to Computer, Health Care Systems, Legal and Ethical Responsibilities, Medical Terminology, Infection Control, Communications, Anatomy and Physiology, Human Growth and Development, Medical Mathematics, Wellness and Nutrition, Client Status, Safety Precautions, CPR Methods, Emergency Care, Personal Qualities, Health Care Careers and Job Seeking Skills. This course is delivered on-line in concert with traditional lecture-style classes to create an engaging hybrid approach to learning. Students who do not have Internet access at home may use a computer lab located in the Gateway Center for Career Training.

Please call Career Programs at 610.375.8188 for additional information. *Proof of personal medical insurance required. RACC Community Education Fall 2011 Course Offerings

Career Training Business Occupational Training Business Occupational Training prepares individuals for full-time, unsubsidized employment and provides students with specific skills to increase their employability. Many of the programs can be taken on a full-time or part-time basis. Financial aid may be available through RACC, Berks County Career Link and /or OVR. Classes begin every 6 weeks! ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT $5,960 647 Hours Starts: 9/29 This program prepares those possessing three to five years of business or clerical experience to upgrade to the Administrative Assistant level. The initial modules will cover word processing, business management, and business English. The second module includes advanced administrative skills such as Accounting, Spreadsheets, and Word Processing II. Students also take Desktop Publishing and Microcomputer Accounting. Students will complete a 200-hour internship. JUNIOR ACCOUNTANT $6,080 606 Hours Starts: 9/29 This program will prepare individuals for employment in large and small business offices in the areas of Accounting, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, and other departments that require an understanding of Accounting. Students will gain an understanding of accounting to include daily, monthly, and year-end transactions, processes and financial reporting. Additionally, students will be able to calculate and prepare payroll and related tax reports. Students will learn both manual and computerized accounting methods. Additionally, the student will become proficient in the use of the computer to include Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Program includes a 150hour internship.

OFFICE ASSISTANT WITH COMPUTER APPLICATIONS $5,320 549 Hours Starts: 9/29

This program is designed to build basic clerical skills with an emphasis on developing computer application skills. Students will be prepared to enter the business world as clerical support personnel, receptionists, correspondence clerks and data entry clerks.This program includes a 150-hour internship. COMPUTER APPLICATIONS $3,080 231 Hours Starts: 9/29 This program will assist those students who need to gain valuable computer software training. Included in this course are classes in word processing, spreadsheets, and introduction to computers. Students will also become proficient in Desktop Publishing, Access, and PowerPoint.

RACC Community Education Fall 2011 Course Offerings

Career Training Career Training NEW – EXPLORE CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN HEALTHCARE Beginning October 13, 2011 Evening hours available v Careers in healthcare afford job stability and satisfaction in one of the largest employment sectors of today’s economy. v Have you thought about training for a career in the healthcare field, but aren’t sure where to begin? v Is a career in healthcare a good fit for me? RACC is offering a new course to enable you to explore the many career opportunities in the healthcare field. This course provides content that all healthcare workers must know and skills they must be able to demonstrate.

Healthcare Foundations

$995

Using sound learning theory and leading-edge technology, Healthcare Foundations prepares students for entry-level health care employment and provides the foundation for further training in advanced health services occupations. Content Areas Introduction to Computer Healthcare Systems Legal and Ethical Responsibilities Medical Terminology Infection Control Communications Anatomy and Physiology Human Growth and Development Medical Mathematics

Wellness and Nutrition Client Status Safety Precautions CPR Methods Emergency Care Personal Qualities Healthcare Careers Job Seeking Skills

Healthcare Foundations contains standards-based healthcare content that is delivered on-line in concert with traditional lecture-style classes to create an engaging hybrid approach to learning. The varied and multimedia-based content delivery format provides both traditional and nontraditional learners an improved learning experience resulting in better outcomes. National Correlation – Healthcare Foundations is aligned with the National Healthcare Foundation Standards and Accountability Criteria - www.mhc.org/mhc_images/sampleassessment.pdf.

Please call Career Programs at 610.375.8188 for additional information.

RACC Community Education Fall 2011 Course Offerings

Career Training Reading Area Community College is pleased to announce registration for

Medical Office Assistant $6,465 Starts September, 2011 This course will prepare the student to function in doctors’ offices and clinics. Students will develop skills in medical terminology, computerized medical office procedures, medical office procedures and “front office” duties. In addition, students will learn “back office” skills including administering injections and medications, drawing blood, performing EKG’s and CPR. New classes begin every 6 weeks! Please call 610.375.8188 for more information.

Dental Assistant This course will prepare individuals for employment in a dental office. Students will be instructed in the theory and practical application regarding chairside assisting. Students will learn basic laboratory procedures, and prepare to take the state certification exam for radiology. Along with the classroom instruction, there will be a 130-hour clinical experience in a professional dental office. Starts September 2011 Monday through Friday 8:45 am– 2:45 pm $5,625 Please call Career Programs at 610.375.8188 for additional information. 6

RACC Community Education Fall 2011 Course Offerings

Career Training Heartsaver First Aid w/CPR/AED Course #: ZCPR-314-100

Cost:

Times:

8:30 am–4:30 pm

Dates: Saturday 9/24/11

ZCPR-314-101

8:30 am–4:30 pm

Saturday 10/22/11

ZCPR-314-300

8:30 am–4:30 pm

Saturday 11/12/11

ZCPR-314-301

8:30 am–4:30 pm

Saturday 12/17/11

$85 includes textbook & pocket mask

Location: RACC, Schuylkill Hall

This American Heart Association 2-year certificate course is designed to prepare the general public to recognize several life-threatening emergencies and skills to provide basic first aid. It will include adult, child and infant CPR, and the use of the AED. Intended audiences include lifeguards, child care workers, fire and security personnel and other general lay rescuers. Student manuals and pocket masks must be picked up prior to the course in Schuylkill Hall, 3rd floor, RACC. For more information call 610.607.6232 or 610.607.6231. All students must be pre-registered. Payment is due with registration.

Training Available in the Comfort of Your Home Provided by Reading Area Community College Several American Heart Association courses are NOW available online: • • • •

Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider Advanced Cardiac Life Support Heartsaver First Aid Heartsaver CPR/AED with First Aid These classes are also available on campus.

Visit http://www.racc.edu/CommunityEd/HCPS/cpr.aspx for more information.

Call Michele Furdyna at 610.607.6220 or email at mfurdyna@racc.edu for more details.

RACC Community Education Fall 2011 Course Offerings

Career Training

AUCTIONEERING CERTIFICATION PROGRAM • Learn the skills necessary to become a Professional Auctioneer • One of only three PA State Board of Auctioneer Examiners’ approved programs • 10-Week Program • Successful completion of program qualifies the student to sit for the PA Licensing Exam • Approved for Veterans Benefits • Classes available in a weekday format

SPRING CLASS DATES: Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays March 12 to May 16, 2012 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Location: Best Western Reading Inn Reading Area Community College, through its Community Education Department, is pleased to offer a PA State Board of Auctioneer Examiners’ approved Certificate Program in Auctioneering. The Certification Program has been designed to provide in-depth knowledge of the techniques, procedures and principles of communication, appraisal, management, marketing, and law necessary to pass the Auctioneer Licensing Exam. Call 610.607.6232 for information on this program. 8

RACC Community Education Fall 2011 Course Offerings

Online Certificates & Online & Courses Courses Online Non-Credit Certificates and Courses Update your skills, discover a new talent, or chart a career path at your own pace and at your convenience with online courses. RACC’s non-credit Ed2Go/Gatlin Courses can offer community members accessible and affordable paths to lifelong learning. Prerequisites for ALL online certificates, courses and tutorials: • Online orientation at: www.gatlineducation.com/readingacc for Career Training Certificates or www.ed2go.com/readingacc for Short Term Courses • E-mail account • Netscape or Internet Explorer Web browser • Reliable Internet service • Windows 98 or newer Please note: Software is not provided for computer classes. Students are expected to have access to the appropriate software for participation in these classes. NOW ACT 48 APPROVED!

Online - Career Training Certificates Non-credit online career training certificates provide the skills necessary to acquire professional level positions for many in-demand occupations. Reading Area Community College in Partnership with Gatlin Education Services (GES) offers top quality training. Our programs are designed by a team of professionals from each respective field, who work to provide the most effective web-based learning experience available today. Instructors/mentors are actively involved in your online learning experience. They respond to any questions or concerns, as well as encourage and motivate you to succeed. Each program includes a set of lessons and evaluations; grades are a combination of the instructor/mentor’s evaluation of students’ work and computer graded tests. We know you’ll appreciate the quality as well as the convenience of anytime, anywhere learning! Open Enrollment, enroll anytime! For information or to register for an Online Career Training Certificate: go to: www.gatlineducation.com/readingacc

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RACC Community Education Fall 2011 Course Offerings

Online Certificates & Courses Phone RACC with any questions at: 610.607.6232 or 610.607.6231. Please note: Once the course is accessed either by requesting materials or viewing lessons, there are no refunds.

CAREER TRAINING ONLINE CERTIFICATES FALL TERM 2011 Business and Professional HOURS

Administrative Professional with Microsoft Certified Application Specialist Training Administrative Professional with Microsoft Office 2007 Master Administrative Professional with Microsoft Office Specialist Certified Bookkeeper Certified Global Business Professional Certified Mediator Certified Wedding Planner Chartered Tax Professional eBusiness Certificate Entrepreneurship: Start-up and Business Owner Management Event Management and Design Fitness Business Management Grant Writing Lean Mastery Management for IT Professionals Non-Profit Management Paralegal Payroll Practice and Management Purchasing & Supply Chain Management Records Management Certificate Six Sigma Black Belt Six Sigma Green Belt Technical Writing Travel Agent Training Understanding Earned Value Management Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Exercise Training and Wellness

COST

320

$2,295

240

$1,995

240 120 400 120 300 180 200

$1,995 $1,795 $2,495 $1,595 $1,395 $1,795 $1,995

360 300 200 300 60 390 300 300 80 300 180 200 100 80 200 30 200

$2,095 $1,895 $2,395 $2,095 $1,695 $2,095 $2,095 $1,795 $1,595 $2,095 $1,395 $2,695 $1,895 $1,595 $1,595 $1,295 $2,395

Management and Corporate HOURS

Certified Alternative Dispute Resolution Specialist Entrepreneurship: Start-up and Business Owner Management Event Management and Design Fitness Business Management Grant Writing Lean Mastery Management for IT Professionals Non-Profit Management Payroll Practice and Management Project Management Purchasing & Supply Chain Management Records Management Certificate Understanding Earned Value Management

COST

240

$2,995

360 300 200 300 60 390 300 80 40 300 180 30

$2,095 $1,895 $2,395 $2,095 $1,695 $2,095 $2,095 $1,595 $1,495 $2,095 $1,395 $1,295

IT and Software Development HOURS

COST

RACC Community Education Fall 2011 Course Offerings

Online Certificates & Courses .NET Training Administrative Professional with Microsoft Certified Application Specialist Training Administrative Professional with Microsoft Office 2007 Master Administrative Professional with Microsoft Office Specialist eBusiness Certificate Forensic Computer Examiner Help Desk Analyst: Tier 1 Support Specialist Microsoft Certified Application Specialist: Office 2007 and Windows Vista Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician (MCDST)* Microsoft Certified System Administrator 2003 (MCSA)* Microsoft Certified System Administrator Plus 2003 (MCSA+)* Microsoft Certified System Engineer 2003 (MCSE)* Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist: SQL Server 2005 (MCTS)* Microsoft Office MASTER Microsoft Office Specialist 2003 (MOS) Microsoft Windows Vista .NET Training Business Pay Per Click Marketing RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) on the Web ™ Search Engine Marketing Search Engine Optimization Web Database Developer Webmaster

177

$1,995

320

$2,295

280

$1,995

240 200 150 80

$1,995 $1,995 $3,095 $1,495

240

$1,895

200

$1,795

440

$2,495

340 700

$2,195 $3,295

480 160 120 35 177 150 70 250 150 267 150

$3,095 $1,595 $1,595 $ 595 $1,995 $1,495 $2,495 $1,895 $1,495 $2,195 $1,795

Media and Design HOURS

3ds max AutoCAD 2011 Digital Arts Certificate Fine Arts Certificate Game Art Certificate Graphic Design with Photoshop CS3 Training Marketing Design Certificate Multimedia Arts Certificate Video Game Design and Development Web Database Developer Webmaster Website Design Certificate

360 150 420 420 420 200 420 420 500 267 150 420

COST

$1,695 $2,395 $5,595 $4,495 $5,595 $1,795 $5,595 $5,595 $1,995 $2,195 $1,795 $5,595

Healthcare and Fitness HOURS

COST

Administrative Dental Assistant Administrative Medical Specialist with Medical Billing and Coding Advanced Coding for the Physician’s Office Advanced Hospital Coding and CCS Prep

150

$1,595

300 80 80

$1,995 $1,395 $1,695

Advanced Personal Fitness Trainer Certified National Pharmaceutical Representative

400 120

$2,795 $1,595

RACC Community Education Fall 2011 Course Offerings

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Online Certificates & Courses Healthcare and Fitness continued

HOURS

Emergency Management Training for First Responders Fitness Business Management HIPAA Compliance (4 user license) Medical Terminology Nutrition for Optimal Health, Wellness, and Sport Personal Fitness Trainer Personal Training and Group Exercise Training for Older Adults Pharmacy Technician Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Exercise Training and Wellness

COST

300 200 12 60 200 250

$1,995 $2,395 $ 599 $ 595 $2,395 $2,095

200 300 200

$2,395 $1,995 $2,395

Hospitality and Gaming HOURS

Casino Baccarat Dealer Casino Blackjack Dealer Casino Poker Dealer Certified Wedding Planner Travel Agent Training

75 100 100 300 200

COST

$1,195 $1,395 $1,395 $1,395 $1,595

Skilled Trades and Industrial HOURS

Biofuel Production Operations Building Analyst Quick Start: BPI BA Certification Certified Indoor Air Quality Manager (CIAQM) Certified Indoor Environmentalist (CIE) Certified Green Supply Chain Professional Chemical Plant Operations Freight Broker/Agent Training Home Inspection Certificate HVAC Technician Modern Automotive Service Technician Oil Refinery Operations Paper Mill Operations Performing Comprehensive Building Assessments Power Plant Operations Principles of Green Buildings Pulp Mill Operations Senior Certified Sustainability Professional Natural Gas Plant Operations Wind Energy Apprentice

400 60 16 32 60 400 150 200 320 380 400 400 30 400 30 400 110 400 240

COST

$2,595 $1,195 $ 795 $ 895 $1,595 $2,595 $1,695 $2,095 $3,095 $2,695 $2,595 $2,595 $ 695 $2,595 $ 595 $2,595 $2,495 $2,595 $2,195

Sustainable Energy and Going Green HOURS

Biofuel Production Operations Building Analyst Quick Start: BPI BA Certification Certified Indoor Air Quality Manager (CIAQM) Certified Indoor Environmentalist (CIE) Certified Green Supply Chain Professional Performing Comprehensive Building Assessments Principles of Green Buildings Senior Certified Sustainability Professional Solar Power Professional Natural Gas Plant Operations Wind Energy Apprentice

400 60 16 32 60 30 30 110 120 400 240

COST

$2,595 $1,195 $ 795 $ 895 $1,595 $ 695 $ 595 $2,495 $1,695 $2,595 $2,195

RACC Community Education Fall 2011 Course Offerings

Online Certificates & Courses Online-Short Term Courses Non-credit online short term courses provide a wide variety of knowledge and skills for professional and personal development. Experience top quality courses developed by nationally recognized instructors and college professors. Lessons are provided online and can be completed at your own pace, usually in one to six weeks, two lessons per week. START DATES FOR 2011 SHORT TERM COURSES ARE:

8/17/11 9/21/11 10/19/11 11/9/11 12/14/11 For information or to register for an Online Short-Term Course: Professional Career courses go to: www.ed2go.com/readingacc Phone RACC with any questions at: 610.607.6232 or 610.607.6231 Please note: Once the course is accessed either by requesting materials or viewing lessons, there are no refunds.

SHORT TERM ONLINE COURSES FALL 2011 Business Career and Professional ACCOUNTING Accounting Fundamentals (US) Accounting Fundamentals II (US) Introduction to Crystal Reports 10 Introduction to Peachtree Accounting 2009 Introduction to QuickBooks 2007 (US) Introduction to QuickBooks 2008 (US) Performing Payroll in QuickBooks 2007 (US) Performing Payroll in QuickBooks 2009 (US) Performing Payroll in QuickBooks 2010 (US) Quickbooks 2007 for Contractors QuickBooks 2009 for Contractors (US)

HOURS

COST

24 24 24 24 24 24 24 24 24 24 24

$99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99

BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT Business Communication and Leadership Achieving Success with Difficult People Building Teams That Work Get Paid to Travel Individual Excellence Interpersonal Communication Keys to Effective Communication Leadership

HOURS

COST

24 24 24 24 24 24 24

$99 $99 $99 $59 $59 $59 $59

Business Fundamentals Employment Law Fundamentals (US) Fundamentals of Supervision and Management Fundamentals of Supervision and Management II Fundamentals of Technical Writing Mastery of Business Fundamentals Total Quality Fundamentals

HOURS

COST

24 24 24 24 24 24

$99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99

RACC Community Education Fall 2011 Course Offerings

Online Certificates & Courses General Business and Management Administrative Assistant Applications Administrative Assistant Fundamentals Distribution and Logistics Management Going Green at the Workplace Managing Customer Service Manufacturing Applications Manufacturing Fundamentals Principals of Sales Management Purchasing Fundamentals Supply Chain Management Fundamentals Understanding the Human Resources Function

CERTIFICATE PREP PMP Certification Prep 1 PMP Certification Prep 2

GRANT WRITING AND NONPROFIT A to Z Grant Writing (US) Advanced Grant Proposal Writing (US) Becoming a Grant Writing Consultant (US) Get Grants! (US) Introduction to Nonprofit Management (US) Marketing Your Nonprofit Starting a Nonprofit Wow, What a Great Event! Writing Effective Grant Proposals (US)

HEALTH CARE Become a Physical Therapy Aide Become an Optical Assistant (US) Certificate in Bioenergy and Spiritual Healing Certificate in Complementary and Alternative Medicine Certificate in End of Life Care Certificate in Gerontology Certificate in Growth and Development Through the Lifespan Certificate in Issues in Oxygenation Certificate in Legal and Ethical Issues in Nursing Certificate in Pain Assessment and Management Certificate in Perinatal Issues Certificate in Spirituality, Health, and Healing Explore a Career as a Pharmacy Technician Explore a Career in a Dental Office Handling Medical Emergencies HIPAA Compliance Medical Terminology: A Word Association Approach

24 24 24 24 24 24 24 24 24 24 24

$99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99

HOURS

COST

24 24

$105 $105

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COST

24 24 24 24 24 24 24 24 24

$99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99

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COST

24 24 26 32 26 40

$99 $99 $190 $210 $190 $205

15 15 23 24 14 36 24 24 24 24 24

$150 $150 $170 $170 $110 $210 $ 99 $ 99 $ 99 $ 99 $ 99

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COST

24 24 24 24 24 24 24 24 24

$99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99

LAW & LEGAL Law & Legal Business Law for the Small Business Owner (US) Constitutional Law: Bill of Rights (US) Employment Law Fundamentals (US) Evidence Law (US) Introduction to Criminal Law (US) Introduction to Criminal Law II (US) Legal Nurse Consulting (US) Winning Strategy for the Courtroom Workerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Compensation (US)

RACC Community Education Fall 2011 Course Offerings

Online Certificates & Courses Paralegal Explore a Career as a Paralegal

$160

Test Preparation LSAT Preparation – Part 1 (US) LSAT Preparation – Part 2 (US)

24 24

$99 $160

HOURS

COST

24 24 24 24 24 24 24 24 24

$99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99

HOURS

COST

24 24

$99 $99

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$99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99

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COST

$99

24 24 24 24 24 24 24 24 24 24

$99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99

Languages An Introduction to Teaching ESL/EFL Enhancing Language Development in Childhood Grammar for ESL Practical Ideas for the Adult ESL/EFL Classroom Writing for ESL

HOURS

COST

24 24 24 24 24

$99 $99 $99 $99 $99

Mathematics Singapore Math Strategies: Model Drawing for Grades 1-6 Singapore Math: Number Sense and Computational Strategies Teaching Math: Grades 4-6

HOURS

COST

$99

24 24

$99 $99

SALES & MARKETING Achieving Top Search Engine Positions Business and Marketing Writing Designing Effective Websites Effective Business Writing Effective Selling Interpersonal Communication Leadership Principles of Sales Management Professional Sales Skills

START YOUR OWN BUSINESS Growing Plants for Fun and Profit (US) Learn to Buy and Sell on eBay Publish It Yourself: How to Start and Operate Your Own Publishing Business (US) Real Estate Investing Real Estate Investing II: Financing Your Property Secrets of the Caterer Starting a Consulting Practice (US) Wow, What a Great Event!

TEACHING AND EDUCATION Classroom Computing Creating a Classroom Web Site Easy Classroom Podcasting Guiding Kids on the Internet Integrating Technology in the Classroom Microsoft Excel 2003 in the Classroom Microsoft Excel 2007 in the Classroom Microsoft PowerPoint 2003 in the Classroom Microsoft PowerPoint 2007 in the Classroom Microsoft Word 2003 in the Classroom Microsoft Word 2007 in the Classroom The Classroom Computer Using the Internet in the Classroom

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RACC Community Education Fall 2011 Course Offerings

Online Certificates & Courses Reading and Writing HOURS 24 Creating K-12 Learning Materials Guided Reading and Writing: Strategies for 24 Maximum Student Achievement Guided Reading: Strategies for the Differentiated Classroom 24 24 Ready, Set, Read! Response to Intervention: Reading Strategies That Work 24 Teaching ESL/EFL Reading 24 24 Teaching Writing: Grades 4-6

COST

Science Teaching Science: Grades 4-6

HOURS

COST

$99

$99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99

Tools for Teachers HOURS A to Z Grant Writing (US) 24 Creating the Inclusive Classroom: Strategies for Success 24 Creating Web Pages 24 Differentiated Instruction in the Classroom 24 Easy Classroom Podcasting 24 Get Assertive! 24 Grammar Refresher 24 Handling Medical Emergencies 24 Leadership 24 Praxis 1 Preparation 24 Solving Classroom Discipline Problems 24 Solving Classroom Discipline Problems II 24 Survival Kit for Teachers (US) 24 Teaching Students with Autism: Strategies for Success 24 Teaching Students with Learning Disabilities 24 The Creative Classroom 24 Understanding Adolescents 24

COST

VETERINARY

HOURS

COST

24 24 24

$99 $99 $99

HOURS

COST

24 24 24 24 24

$99 $99 $99 $99 $99

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COST

24 24 24 24 24 24 24 24

$99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99

Become a Veterinary Assistant Become a Veterinary Assistant II: Canine Reproduction Become a Veterinary Assistant III: Practical Skills

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Writing and Publishing BUSINESS WRITING Business and Marketing Writing Effective Business Writing Fundamentals of Technical Writing Grammar Refresher (US) Resume Writing Workshop

CREATIVE WRITING Creative Writing Advanced Fiction Writing Beginning Writerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Workshop Breaking Into Sitcom Writing Creating K-2 Learning Materials Forensic Science for Writers Grammar Refresher (US) Introduction to Journaling Mystery Writing

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Online Certificates & Courses Pleasure of Poetry Romance Writing Secrets Travel Writing Write Fiction Like a Pro Write Your Life Story Writeriffic 2: Advanced Creativity Training for Writers Writeriffic: Creativity Training for Writers Writing for Children

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Writer’s Guide A Writer’s Guide to Descriptive Settings Research Methods for Writers The Keys to Effective Editing (US) Writing for ESL

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Microsoft Applications Introduction to Windows Vista Introduction to Windows XP What’s New in Microsoft Office 2007

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A to Z Grant writing (US) Advanced Grant Proposal Writing (US) Becoming a Grant Writing Consultant (US) Get Grants! (US) Writing Effective Grant Proposals (US)

PUBLISHING Beginner’s Guide to Getting Published (US) Publish it Yourself: How to Start and Operate Your Own Publishing Business (US)

Computers and Technology BASIC COMPUTER LITERACY Computer Skills for the Workplace Introduction to Linux Navigating the Internet

Adobe Courses Creating Web Graphics with Photoshop CS3 Design Projects for Adobe Illustrator CS2 Discover Digital Photography Intermediate Dreamweaver CS3 Intermediate Photoshop CS3 Intermediate Photoshop CS4 Introduction to Dreamweaver 8 Introduction to Dreamweaver CS3 Introduction to Illustrator CS3 Introduction to InDesign CS3 Photoshop CS3 for the Digital Photographer Photoshop CS4 for the Digital Photographer Photoshop Elements 6.0 for the Digital Photographer Photoshop Elements 6.0 for the Digital Photographer II Photoshop Elements 7 for the Digital Photographer I Photoshop Elements 7 for the Digital Photographer II

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Online Certificates & Courses Microsoft Courses Introduction to Microsoft FrontPage 2003 Introduction to Microsoft Visio 2003 Introduction to Microsoft Visio 2007 Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s New in Microsoft Office 2007

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Other Computer Courses Introduction to CorelDRAW X3 Introduction to Crystal Reports 10 Introduction to Peachtree Accounting 2009 Introduction to QuickBooks 2007 (US) Introduction to QuickBooks 2008 (US) Making Movies with Windows Vista Making Movies with Windows XP QuickBooks 2007 for Contractors (US) QuickBooks 2009 for Contractors (US)

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Multimedia Courses Introduction to Flash 8 Introduction to Flash MX 2004 Making Movies with Windows Vista Making Movies with Windows XP

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Web Technology Courses Achieving Top Search Engine Positions Creating Web Pages Creating Web Pages II Designing Effective Websites Intermediate CSS and XHTML Intermediate Dreamweaver CS3 Introduction to CSS and XHTML Introduction to Dreamweaver 8 Introduction to Microsoft FrontPage 2003 Introduction to PHP and MySQL

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DATABASE MANAGEMENT Intermediate Oracle Introduction to Crystal Reports 10 Introduction to Database Development Introduction to Oracle Introduction to SQL

GRAPHIC AND MULTIMEDIA DESIGN Design Courses Creating Web Graphics with Photoshop CS3 Design Projects for Adobe Illustrator CS2 Introduction to CorelDRAW X3 Introduction to Illustrator CS3 Introduction to InDesign CS3 Introduction to Photoshop CS3 Introduction to Photoshop CS4

PC NETWORKING & SECURITY Advanced PC Security Intermediate Networking Introduction to Networking Introduction to PC Security Introduction to PC Troubleshooting Wireless Networking

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Online Certificates & Courses THE INTERNET Achieving Top Search Engine Positions Learn to Buy and Sell on eBay Navigating the Internet

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WEB AND COMPUTER PROGRAMMING Computer Programming Intermediate C# Programming Intermediate Java Programming Intermediate Visual Basic 2005 Intermediate Visual Basic 2008 Introduction to Ajax Programming Introduction to Alice 2.0 Programming Introduction to ASP.NET Introduction to C# Programming Introduction to C++ Programming Introduction to Java Programming Introduction to Perl Programming Introduction to Python 2.5 Programming Introduction to Ruby Programming Introduction to Visual Basic 2005 Introduction to Visual Basic 2008 HTML Courses Creating Web Pages Creating Web Pages II Designing Effective Websites Intermediate CSS and XHTML Introduction to CSS and XHTML

Personal Development DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY Discover Digital Photography Intermediate Photoshop CS3 Introduction to Photoshop CS3 Introduction to Photoshop CS4 Making Movies with Windows XP Photographing Nature with Your Digital Camera Photographing People with Your Digital Camera Photoshop CS3 for the Digital Photographer Photoshop CS4 for the Digital Photographer Photoshop Elements 6.0 for the Digital Photographer Photoshop Elements 6.0 for the Digital Photographer II Photoshop Elements 7 for the Digital Photographer Photoshop Elements 7 for the Digital Photographer II Secrets of Better Photography Travel Photography for the Digital Photographer

JOB SEARCH Making Age an Asset in Your Job Search Resume Writing Workshop Twelve Steps to a Successful Job Search

LANGUAGES An Introduction to Teaching ESL/EFL Beginning Conversational French Conversational Japanese

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Online Certificates & Courses Languages continued Grammar for ESL (US) Grammar Refresher (US) Practical Ideas for the Adult ESL/EFL Classroom Technical ESL/EFL Reading Writing for ESL

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Learn a New Skill Going Green at the Workplace Grammar Refresher Handling Medical Emergencies Homeschool with Success (US) Merrill Ream Speed Reading Wow, What a Great Event!

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Personal Excellence Achieving Success with Difficult People Get Assertive! Get Paid to Travel Individual Excellence Interpersonal Communication Keys to Effective Communication Leadership Listen to Your Heart, and Success Will Follow Making Age an Asset in Your Job Search Skills for Making Great Decisions Twelve Steps to a Successful Job Search

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Writing Introduction to Journaling Resume Writing Workshop Write Your Life Story

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PERSONAL ENRICHMENT

PERSONAL FINANCE Debt Elimination Techniques That Work (US) Introduction to Stock Options (US) Keys to Successful Money Management (US) Personal Finance (US) Real Estate Investing (US) Real Estate Investing II: Financing Your Property (US) Stocks, Bonds, and Investing: Oh, My! (US) The Analysis and Valuation of Stocks (US) Where Does All My Money Go? (US)

TEST PREP GED Preparation (US) GMAT Preparation (US) GRE Preparation – Part 1 (Verbal and Analytical) (US) GRE Preparation – Part 2 (Quantitative) (US) LSAT Preparation – Part 1 (US) LSAT Preparation – Part 2 (US)

RACC Community Education Fall 2011 Course Offerings

Online Certificates & Courses Test Prep continued Praxis 1 Preparation Prepare for the GED Language Arts, Writing Test (US) Prepare for the GED Math Test SAT/ACT Preparation – Part 1 SAT/ACT Preparation – Part 2

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Phone RACC with any questions at: 610.607.6232 or 610.607.6231 Please note: Once the course is accessed either by requesting materials or viewing lessons, there are no refunds.

RACC Community Education Fall 2011 Course Offerings

Computers Computer Software Basics

Microsoft Office

COMPUTER KEYBOARDING ZCOM-261-140 (6 wks) 4:00–6:00 pm T ZCOM-261-160 (6 wks) 8:30–10:30 am S

$220 Starts 9/20 $220 Starts 9/24

Memorize the keyboard and learn other keyboarding basics. This class is for the beginner and those who would like to reacquaint themselves with the keyboard. You do not need to be a computer expert to take this course. INTRODUCTION TO PERSONAL COMPUTERS ZCOM-200-140 (5 wks) 4:00–6:00 pm M ZCOM-200-160 (5 wks) 8:00–10:00 am S

$195 Starts 9/19 $195 Starts 9/24

If you are a new computer user, this course is for you. Course content includes computer start-up, running programs, menus, basic computer concepts, file management and information about storage media.

INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT OFFICE 2007 ZCOM 266-140 (5 wks) 4:00–6:00 pm Th

$195 Starts 9/22

An introductory course designed to introduce and teach the fundamental skills required to use the basics of the Microsoft Office Professional software. This course is aimed at new users to provide the knowledge necessary to make an intelligent decision regarding the need for more education or implementation of this suite into your home or office environment. Course content includes a look at Windows and four of the components of the suite, including Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint. INTRODUCTION TO MS WORD 2007 ZCOM-202-140 (5 wks) 4:00–6:00 pm T

$195 Starts 9/20

ZCOM-222-150 (2 wks) 8:30 am–12:30 pm T

$185 Starts 9/20

WINDOWS 7 ZCOM 338-140 (5 wks) 4:00-6:00 pm M

$195 Starts 10/31

Learn how to unleash the power of Window’s latest operating system. Understand using gadgets, switching users, controlling program windows, working with the Win 7 taskbar, multitasking, storing files and file management, using the control panel. INTERNET/EMAIL ZCOM 339-160 (5 wks) 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

$195 Starts 9/24

Demystify the web. Learn how to sign up and use free webmail, how to create and use email contacts, how to organize email, how to protect yourself when using the Internet.

Students will investigate the many facets of this word-processing package. Course includes creating and formatting, editing, and moving and printing text and mail merge. Prerequisite: Introduction to the Personal Computer or knowledge of PC operations.

RACC Community Education Fall 2011 Course Offerings

Computers INTRODUCTION TO ACCESS 2007

ADVANCED MS WORD 2007 ZCOM-244-150 (2 wks) 8:30 am–12:30 pm T ZCOM-203-140 (5 wks) 4:00–6:00 pm T

$185 Starts 10/11 $195 Starts 11/1

This course builds on the introductory MS Word Course. Course content includes working with tables, using clip art, drawing objects, creating columns, inserting files, using styles and outlines, and organizing long documents. INTRODUCTION TO EXCEL 2007 ZCOM-204-140 (5 wks) 4:00–6:00 pm W ZCOM-237-150 (2 wks) 8:30 am–12:30 pm Th ZCOM-204-160 (3 wks) 8:30 am–12:00 pm S

$195 Starts 9/21 $185 Starts 9/22 $195 Starts 9/24

Learn the basics of Excel. Course content includes exploring the Excel desktop, editing, and formatting a worksheet. Prerequisite: Introduction to the Personal Computer or knowledge of PC operations. ADVANCED EXCEL 2007 ZCOM-259-150 (3 wks) 8:30 am–12:30 pm Th ZCOM-259-140 (6 wks) 4:00–6:00 pm W

$220 Starts 10/13 $220 Starts 11/2

ZCOM-259-160 (3 wks) 8:30 am–12:30 pm S

$220 Starts 11/5

A course building on knowledge gained from previous experience with Excel software.This course is designed to teach essential skills in a more detailed fashion to improve proficiency using Excel software. Course content includes more advanced editing features, creating formulas and links and using graphics in the worksheet. Prerequisite: Introduction to Excel

ZCOM-206-140 (5 wks) 4:00–6:00 pm T ZCOM-206-160 (3 wks) 8:30 am–12:00 pm S ZCOM-241-150 (2 wks) 8:30 am–12:30 pm T

$195 Starts 9/20 $195 Starts 9/24 $185 Starts 11/1

An introductory course designed to teach the fundamental skills for using Access software. Course content includes designing and creating databases, sorting and selecting records, and generating reports. Prerequisite: Introduction to the Personal Computer or knowledge of PC operations. ADVANCED ACCESS 2007 ZCOM-247-140 (6 wks) 4:00–6:00 pm T ZCOM-247-160 (3 wks) 8:30 am–12:30 pm S ZCOM-247-150 (3 wks) 8:30 am–12:30 pm T

$220 Starts 11/1 $220 Starts 11/5 $220 Starts 11/22

This course is a continuation of the Introduction to Microsoft Access course. Course content includes more specifics about designing and creating database, sorting and selecting records, and generating reports. It also includes working with graphs, embedding and linking objects, creating macros and programming command buttons. INTRODUCTION TO OUTLOOK ZCOM-253-150 (2 wks) 8:30 am–12:30 pm Th

$185 Starts 12/8

A course designed to teach the skills required to utilize Microsoft Outlook as a desktop information management system. Course content includes managing a calendar, a contact list, and sending or receiving email.

RACC Community Education Fall 2011 Course Offerings

Computers INTRODUCTION TO POWERPOINT ZCOM-212-150 (3 wks) 8:30 am–12:30 pm Th

$195 Starts 11/10

Internet WEBSITE DESIGN & MAINTENANCE ZCOM-211-140 (5 wks) 4:00–6:00 pm T ZCOM-211-160 (5 wks) 8:00–10:00 am S

Learn how to create a presentation from a template or from new material; basic layout; colors that work best; how to use the variety of slide views provided in the program; how to import clip art or photographs; how to use the drawing tools; how to create a simple chart or organizational chart. INTEGRATING THE MS APPLICATIONS: WORD, EXCEL, POWERPOINT, ACCESS ZCOM 340-140 (2 wks) 4:00–6:00 pm W

$85 Starts 9/21

Harness more of the power of the MS Office by integrating the various applications. You’ll learn, for example, how to place charts created in Excel into Word and PowerPoint Documents, and how to query Access to generate data for an Excel chart.

$240 Starts 9/20 $240 Starts 9/24

Learn how to create web pages with HTML 4.0 and CSS. Design pages using forms, tables, frames and cascading style sheets. Develop the skills to optimize web pages and graphics for faster downloads. Learn how to buy a domain name, FTP and host your website and submit it to search engines. Maintain your web content with ease. INTRODUCTION TO ADOBE DREAMWEAVER ZCOM-220-140 (5 wks) 4:00–6:00 pm T

$240 Starts 11/1

Discover for yourself why Dreamweaver is becoming one of the more popular professional Web development tools being used throughout the web design industry. In this class, you will learn the basic skills needed to create professional-looking web pages. While learning the basic structure of Dreamweaver, you will also learn to recognize the components of a Dreamweaver document and the commands used to create them, how to create text layouts, place images, build tables and forms, apply color, utilize JavaScript behaviors, and more.

RACC Community Education Fall 2011 Course Offerings

Computers AUTOCAD 2011

Graphic Design INTRODUCTION TO ADOBE PHOTOSHOP ZCOM-214-140 (5 wks) 4:00-6:00 pm M ZCOM-214-160 (5 wks) 1:00-3:00 pm S

$240 Starts 9/19 $240 Starts 9/24

Course will emphasize basic composition and manipulation of various media images and typeface. Class exercises will utilize Photoshop’s primary image editing tools: Tool Box, Selections, Masks, Layers, Channels, Color Adjustment, Transformation Tools, Filters and Blending Modes. Proper techniques for scanning images and importing the material into a graphics program for manipulation and basic design layout will also be taught. Prerequisite: Knowledge of Windows operating system is a requirement for the class. ADOBE PHOTOSHOP - ADVANCED ZCOM-246-140 (5 wks) 4:00–6:00 pm M

$240 Starts 10/31

ZVOT 257-110 $750 (includes textbook) 6:00 – 9:00 pm T Starts 9/20 For the new AutoCAD user who needs comprehensive training in AutoCAD. Create, edit, and publish drawings with AutoCAD 2009. No previous CAD experience necessary. Drafting, design or engineering experience a plus. Working knowledge of the Windowsbased operating system preferred. 36 hours

Computerized Accounting QUICKBOOKS PRO 2010: Basics ZCOM-232-140 (5 wks) $195 4:00–6:00 pm M Starts 9/19 ZCOM-232-160 (5 wks) $195 11:30 am–1:30 pm S Starts 9/24 This introductory course assists the small or home-based business owner in getting up and running with the Quick-Books program. From creating a sample company, to entering Vendors, Customers, Inventory, Banking, and Invoicing, this course sets the groundwork for understanding how you can manage your business tasks better with QuickBooks. Prerequisite: Understanding the basic principles of using the computer.

QUICKBOOKS PRO 2010: Beyond the Basics ZCOM-233-140 (5 wks) $195 4:00–6:00 pm M Starts 10/31 Beyond the Basics delves further into more of the features of this program, such as working with physical inventory, using the payroll function, working with Balance Sheet Accounts, working with the Behind the Scenes processes, customizing, and closing your QuickBooks files for year-end processing.

RACC Community Education Fall 2011 Course Offerings

Computers Computer Hardware The Information Technology offerings at the Schmidt Training and Technology Center are real-life oriented: theory, hands-on, and problem-solving based. Hardware courses take advantage of the state-of-the-art facilities so you can do hands-on experiments and detailed exercises, giving a solid, practical foundation in your technology area. All learning and progress is competency-based. Most of the fundamentals courses use interactive, individualized self-paced learning, while the more advanced courses utilize instructor-led learning. A+ SERIES: IT ESSENTIALS IT Essentials: PC Hardware and Software covers the fundamentals of PC computer technology, networking, and security, and also provides an introduction to advanced concepts. IT Essentials: PC Hardware and Software is a hands-on, e-learning solution with an emphasis on practical experience to help students develop fundamental computer skills, along with essential career skills. This curriculum also helps students prepare for the CompTIA A+ certification. Course Description The IT Essentials courses is designed for students who want to pursue careers in IT and students who want to gain practical knowledge of how a computer works. Students who complete this course will be able to describe the internal components of a computer, assemble a computer system, install an operating system, and troubleshoot using system tools and diagnostic software. Students will also be able to connect to the Internet and share resources in a network environment. Additional topics covered include laptops and portable devices, wireless connectivity and basic implementation skills, Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP), security, safety and environmental issues, applied network configuration and troubleshooting skills, and communication skills. Hands-on lab activities are essential elements that are integrated into the curriculum. Labs are designed to supplement learning and provide â&#x20AC;&#x153;hands-onâ&#x20AC;? experience with physical equipment. Prerequisite: general knowledge of the use of a computer IT Essentials- Fundamentals $2,275 ZCOM 336 Approximate time to complete: 450 hrs (includes 100 hours of lab time)

IT Essentials- Advanced ZCOM 337 $2,275 Approximate time to complete: 450 hrs (includes 100 hours of lab time)

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Computers CISCO Networking Academy Which Curriculum is Right for Me: CCNA® Discovery or CCNA® Exploration? CCNA® Discovery has the following features: • Designed for students with basic PC usage skills • Offers a hands-on, career-oriented approach to learning networking that emphasizes practical experience • Maps more directly to everyday experiences with networks and covers key networking concepts according to the types of environments students may encounter, ranging from small office or home office (SOHO) networking to more complex enterprise environments • Includes activities that emphasize networking implementation • Teaches applied skills to help students prepare for entry-level IT careers • Excellent for students who are new to the IT field, with little or no prior IT experience • Taught in a blended learning environment with no scheduled lecture times. Students meet with the instructor by appointment to review concepts and perform labs. • Classes can start any time CCNA® Exploration has the following features: • Excellent for students who have IT experience, either in networking or non-networked environments, who want to continue their education or gain in-depth networking experience • Designed for students with advanced problemsolving and analytical skills • Designed to allow students to learn skills in a more rigorous, comprehensive, theoretical and practical way • Presents an integrated and comprehensive coverage of networking topics, from fundamentals to advanced applications and services • Includes highly complex and challenging handson labs • Taught in a classroom environment with scheduled lecture and lab times • Classes start in September with Network Fundamentals, a prerequisite for all other classes, and each class lasts 10 weeks, completing the four required classes in August Still not sure which curriculum is right for you? Visit http://www.cisco.com/web/learning/netacad/ course_catalog/newCCNA.html to learn more with the CCNA curricula guide Contact Guv Bhogal: 610.607.6206 or email Guv at gbhogal@racc.edu.

Can both programs get me to my CCNA certification? Yes, both programs align to the CCNA certification. The goal is the same, the paths to that goal are different. The CCNA® Discovery and CCNA® Exploration curricula teach the same applied skills but present the information in different ways to appeal to both student segments.

CCNA Security ZCOM-408-210 Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:00–9:00 pm • Starts 9/20

New Course

72 hours 2 nights/week for 12 weeks Investment: $1,100 Security and risk-management skills are among the most highly sought after skills in networking. Organizations around the world are experiencing a shortage of qualified IT candidates with the specialized knowledge and skills needed to administer devices and applications in a secure infrastructure, recognize network vulnerabilities, and mitigate security threats. The Cisco® Networking Academy® CCNA® Security course provides a next step for individuals who want to enhance their CCNAlevel skill set and help meet the growing demand for network security professionals. The curriculum provides an introduction to the core security concepts and skills needed for the installation, troubleshooting, and monitoring of network devices to maintain the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of data and devices. Upon completion of the CCNA Security course, students will be able to: • Describe the security threats facing modern network infrastructures • Secure network device access • Implement AAA on network devices • Mitigate threats to networks using ACLs • Implement secure network management and reporting • Mitigate common Layer 2 attacks • Implement the Cisco IOS firewall feature set • Implement the Cisco IOS IPS feature set • Implement site-to-site IPSec VPNs • Administer effective security policies

RACC Community Education Fall 2011 Course Offerings

Computers CISCO Networking Academy CCNA® DISCOVERY

CCNA® EXPLORATION

The Discovery curriculum provides foundational networking knowledge, practical experience, and opportunities for career exploration to help students prepare for entrylevel careers in IT and networking. The curriculum offers a hands-on approach to learning and uses interactive tools and easy-to-follow labs to help students learn the general theory needed to build networks. Prerequisite: basic PC skills.

Students learn the basics of routing, switching, and advanced technologies to prepare for the CCNA certification and entry-level networking careers.

Students learn the technical skills and soft skills needed to succeed in entry-level networking professions such as a network installer, help-desk technician, pre-sales support technician, or network technician.

The Cisco CCNA® Exploration curriculum provides a comprehensive overview of networking, from fundamentals to advanced applications and services. This course emphasizes theoretical concepts and practical application, while providing opportunities for students to gain the skills and hands-on experience needed to design, install, operate, and maintain networks in small-to-medium businesses, as well as enterprise and service provider environments.

The CCNA Discovery curriculum prepares students for two different Cisco certification exams: Cisco Certified Entry Network Technician (CCENT) or Cisco Certified Network Administrator (CCNA).

CCNA Exploration offers in-depth theory, challenging labs, and a detailed overview of protocol operations. It is designed for students with advanced problem-solving and analytical skills, such as working professionals who would like to advance their careers or gain certification.

Course Description The curriculum consists of four courses, each a prerequisite for the next course.

The CCNA Exploration curriculum composed of four courses, each 70 hours.

Networking for Home and Small Business Approximate time to complete: 240 hours (includes 40 hours of lab time) $900

NETWORK FUNDAMENTALS ZCOM-400-210 (10 weeks) $900 6:00–9:00 pm W Starts 9/7 8:00 am–12:00 pm S Prerequisite for the other three courses.

Working at a Small-to-Medium Business or ISP Approximate time to complete: 300 hours (includes 40 hours of lab time) $900

ROUTING PROTOCOLS AND CONCEPTS ZCOM-401-210 (10 weeks) 6:00–9:00 pm W 8:00 am–12:00 pm S

$900 Starts 11/30

Introducing Routing and Switching in the Enterprise Approximate time to complete: 300 hours (includes 40 hours of lab time) $900

LAN SWITCHING AND WIRELESS ZCOM-402-210 (10 weeks) $900 W Starts 3/14 6:00–9:00 pm 8:00 am–12:00 pm S

Designing and Supporting Computer Networks Approximate time to complete: 300 hours $900 (includes 40 hours of lab time)

ACCESSING THE WAN ZCOM-403-210 (10 weeks) W 6:00–9:00 pm 8:00 am–12:00 pm S

$900 Starts 6/13

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Technical Training Manufacturing Technology The Schmidt Training and Technology Center at Reading Area Community College provides hands-on, skills-based training for maintenance technicians. Students learn both theory (how and why it works) and troubleshooting (what to do when it doesn’t). Training is delivered on a flexible schedule to accommodate various needs. Courses include: • Electrical • AC/DC • Basic Electrical Machines • Electric Relay Control • Electric Motor Controls • Advanced Electric Motor Controls • Electrical Control Wiring Systems • Electrical Power Distribution • Commercial/Residential Wiring • Electronics: • PLCs (AllenBradley and Siemens) • Process Control • Thermal Process Control • Analytical Process Control • AC/DC Electronic Drives • Troubleshooting

• Mechanical • Pneumatics: Basic, Advanced, Troubleshooting • Hydraulics: Basic, Advanced, Troubleshooting • Mechanical Drives • Piping • Pumping: 9 different pumps • Rigging • Steam System • Manufacturing Processes • Quality Assurance • Blueprint Reading • Introduction to Plastic Manufacturing Processes • Computer Integrated Manufacturing

For a complete class listing, visit http://www.racc.edu/sttc and click on the current course catalog. For more information on these courses, call 610.607.6207.

RACC Community Education Fall 2011 Course Offerings

Technical Training Machine Tool Technology Skilled machinists are always in demand and will be as long as there is a machine to manufacture a product, to assist in agriculture, to construct homes and buildings, to save time and energy, to produce energy and to provide recreation. Machine tool technicians produce precision parts using machine tools such as lathes, drill presses and milling machines. They set up and operate a wide variety of machine tools and have a thorough understanding of the working properties of metals such as steel, cast iron, aluminum and brass. Using their skill with machine tools and their knowledge of metals, machine tool technicians plan and carry out the operations needed to make machined products that meet precise specifications. RACC and Berks Career and Technology Center are partnering to offer both theoretical and handson training for machine tool technology that meets the needs of business and also fulfills the requirements for the Machine Tool Technology Apprenticeship Program.

CLASSES AT RACC: Machine Tool Math 1

Blueprint Reading 2

ZMTT 120-110 ZMTT 120-115

ZMTT-135-110 ZMTT-135-115

$765 (includes textbook) $625 (provide your own

$745 (includes textbook) $625 (provide your own

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5:00 – 8:00 p.m. M Starts 9/19 This course provides the machinist/tool and die maker with the information and computational skills needed to attain competence in solving applied problems involving arithmetic, fractions, decimals, powers, roots, English and metric units, tolerance, clearance, interference, fundamental principles of algebra, cutting speed, and application of formulas. 45 hours

5:00 – 8:00 pm T Starts 9/20 This course provides the student with the skills required to interpret intermediate to difficult machine drawings.

Machine Theory ZMTT 165-110 ZMTT 165-115

$765 (includes textbook) $625 (provide your own textbook)

5:00 – 8:00 p.m. W Starts 9/21 This course introduces the student to the machine tool industry and addresses the theoretical aspects of shop safety, hand-tool usage, precision measurement, materials, precision layout and machining preparations. 45 hours

Engineering Graphics 2 ZMTT-106-110 $955 (includes both textbooks) ZMTT-106-115 $750 (AutoCAD book only) ZMTT-106-120 $625 (provide your own textbooks)

5:00 – 8:00 pm W Starts 9/21 This course provides the machine tool student and others working in the industry with a basic understanding of mechanical drawing using AutoCAD. The student applies the fundamental principles of mechanical drafting and sketching previously learned to graphically describe machine parts in AutoCAD. A major goal of the course is to provide the student with the knowledge to be able to completely and accurately describe machine parts by making working drawings. 45 hours

RACC Community Education Fall 2011 Course Offerings

Technical Training Machine Tool Technology CLASSES AT BERKS CAREER & TECHNOLOGY CENTER’S WEST CAMPUS IN LEESPORT Please contact BCTC at 610.743.7630 to register for the following classes Advanced CNC Milling 5-9:15 pm Th Starts 9/8 This course will provide the student with the necessary skills to safely program, set up, operate and maintain CNC milling centers. This course will include manual part programming and practical operation for Computer Numerical Control (CNC) milling machines. Trigonometry, blueprint reading, drafting and basic machining skills will be practiced extensively. Students are prepared to take the National Institute of Metalworking Skills (NIMS) level II certification in CNC Mill Operation. Prerequisite: MTT 261. (RACC course number MTT 271)

Local industry has increased need for CNC Machine Operators. CNC machines are used in the metal, wood, textile and plastic industries to automatically execute a series of machining operations. CNC machine operators need to know how to run a CNC program, not how to design one. The STTC’s new NC Machine Operator Program covers all the skills operators need, from CNC machine operation to set-up of tooling and fixtures to quality inspection. NIMS ENDORSED

CNC (Computerized Numeric Control) Operator Program - ZTEC 528 Investment: $4,235 Topics covered include: • CNC mill, lathe and grinder set-up and operation • Tool identification, set-up, use and maintenance • Fixture set-up and operation • CNC troubleshooting and maintenance for operators • Precision measurement and gauging • Print reading • Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing • Machining processes • Statistical process control • Quality and cycle time optimization • CNC program operation

This program provides knowledge (theory), hands-on skills, virtual simulations and on-thejob training. Upon successful completion of the program, the student is eligible to take the NIMS CNC Operator Certification exam. In fact, this training program is recognized by NIMS as the exclusive recommended preparation method for this certification. This short-term training program is offered in partnership by RACC and CCTC and includes: • 100 hours of classroom and hands-on training at RACC Schmidt Technology Center (selfdirected/flexible scheduling) • 200 hours of lab practical training at Berks Career and Technology Center (instructor led/scheduled classes)

Option for the wood, textile and plastic industries

CNC Operator Program - ZTEC 527 Investment: $3,325 100 hours of training at RACC

Open start date; contact Bonnie Spayd at 610.607.6207 or bspayd@racc.edu for details RACC Community Education Fall 2011 Course Offerings

Technical Training Mechatronics Manufacturing is becoming increasingly driven by advanced science and technology, and the industry has a growing need for a workforce with the right skills. Mechatronics is the synergistic application of mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, controls engineering, and computer science, emphasizing troubleshooting, repair and enhancement of automated machinery. RACC’s Mechatronics Engineering Technology Program prepares students for careers as engineering technicians in diversified manufacturing. Students gain knowledge and skills in blueprint reading, mechanics, pneumatics, hydraulics, electricity, motors, motor control, programmable logic controls, robotics and motion control, process control, instrumentation and computer integrated manufacturing. Emphasis is placed on predictive maintenance, troubleshooting and quality assurance. To learn more about RACC’s Mechatronics program, check www.racc.edu/STTC/ManufacturingTech/mechatronics.aspx.

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The video features three manufacturing companies in our area that employ industrial maintenance technicians with mechatronics training: East Penn Manufacturing, Pepperidge Farm, and Bayer Pharmaceutical. For more information, contact Bonnie Spayd at 610.607.6207 or bspayd@racc.edu

Electrical Apprenticeship Electrical Apprentice Level 1 ZVOT-227-110 (24 wks) 6:00–9:00 pm T/Th

$1,300 Starts 9/13

Electrical Apprentice Level 2 ZVOT-228-110 (24 wks) 6:00–9:00 pm M/W

$1,300 Starts 9/12

Electrical Apprentice Level 3 ZVOT-229-110 (24 wks) 6:00–9:00 pm M/W

$1,300 Starts 9/12

Electrical Apprentice Level 4 ZVOT-230-110 (24 wks) 6:00–9:00 pm M/W

$1,300 Starts 9/12

Apprentice programs are related theory courses designed for individuals who are either formally enrolled in an approved apprenticeship program with a cooperating employer or desire the related theory of the trade, with plans to use this theory knowledge to gain an entry-level position within the trade. For information regarding apprenticeship, contact the Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training, 610.320.5173. Apprentice programs are offered in accordance with the standards of the Pennsylvania Apprenticeship and Training Council and the Federal Committee of Apprenticeships. Textbook(s) required. Classes are 144 hours of study.

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Technical Training Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Training Program Reading Area Community College offers two 180-hour certification programs designed to prepare new operators for licensing in the high-demand field of drinking water and wastewater treatment plant operators. The curriculum for both programs was developed by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). Start to finish, these programs offer all the necessary instruction, course work, hands-on training, and module exams necessary to prepare for the DEP’s operator certification exam. Combining this program with work at a local treatment facility will prepare participants for licensing.The program utilizes DEP-approved curriculum that is taught by certified operators and other qualified instructors. The program combines course work, hands-on training in labs, on-site visits to facilities with classroom components, interactive class discussion with current certified operators, out-of-class assignments (yes, there is homework!), and module-end exams. All this is to prepare students to take the comprehensive, proctored certification exam provided by the DEP at RACC. Topics include: • General safety • Ethics and regulations • Monitoring, reporting and recordkeeping • Laboratory basics and process control • Maintenance • General administration • Applied math • Applied biology • Standard operating procedures • Basics of written communication • Drinking water-specific topics • Wastewater-specific topics Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Training Program Part 1 - 90 hours ZWTR-120-110 $950 6:00–9:00 pm T/Th

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Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Training Program Part 1 - 90 hours ZWTR-140-110 $950 6:00–9:00 pm T/Th

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Technical Training Solar Electricity: Is it right for you? ZBUS-315-110 Saturday, November 5 and Saturday, November 12 Session 1: Learn how solar works, if it’s good for your property and easy, realistic financial analysis. See hands-on examples of solar components and tools. During the week between sessions, use what you’ve learned to consider your own site and collect pictures and data to bring to the second session. Session 2: Look more closely at system sizing and electricity production (using PVWatts), plus the financial aspects and environmental impact. In this session, the

10 a.m. – 12 noon Cost per attendee: $100

focus is on helping students relate the course material to their own property and circumstances. Textbook provided: Pennsylvania Homeowner’s Guide to Solar Electricity. Good for all learners, no technical background necessary. Sessions lead by Dr. Vera Cole, Penn State University, and Bill Hennessy, Berks Solar. Both are with the Mid-Atlantic Renewable Energy Association.

Professional Advancement Business & Finance HOW TO START YOUR OWN BUSINESS $130 ZCAR-303-801 (8 wks) 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Starts Mon. 9/12

This is the American dream. Many people aspire to become entrepreneurs but don’t know how or where to begin. Developed and taught by a panel of SCORE counselors and local business professionals with direct, small business experience, this workshop provides strategies and insights on how to get started and how to sustain commercial momentum. The curriculum for this eight-week course is designed to help the budding entrepreneur grasp the practical aspects of basic business principles, vitally important to both startup and newly established enterprises – business organization, sales, marketing, accounting, finance, legal, insurance, ecommerce and the Internet, and business plan structure. A workbook is included.

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Professional Advancement Business & Finance BUYING OR SELLING A BUSINESS $70 ZCAR-316-804 (2 wks) 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Starts Wed. 9/21

Each year, some 700,000 U.S. businesses change ownership. Most are small and mid-sized businesses, like retail stores, beauty salons, print shops, restaurants, and manufacturing operations. If you're thinking about buying or selling a business and want to get the best deal possible, you’ll need to do a lot of planning and preparation. If you’re currently in a business and would like to sell, there's likely to be an interested buyer or two out there for your asking price. But finding the right buyer and selling the business on favorable terms require both planning and hard work. If you're planning to buy a business, you also have many factors to consider. Whether buying or selling a business there are key elements to understand – knowing the sales process, preparing the company for sale, conducting due diligence, setting or responding to a reasonable price, identifying potential buyers/sellers, negotiating and closing the deal. This two-week workshop is taught by SCORE counselors familiar with the buying/selling process, as well as outside legal and financial professionals. A workbook is included.

BUSINESS LAW FOR THE ENTREPRENEUR New! ZCAR-320-808 (4 wks) $80 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Starts Wed. 10/5 Starting and running a small business means understanding the laws that govern commercial operations. Legal issues become increasingly intertwined with a variety of aspects of providing your products or delivering your services to your customers, particularly in the preliminary stages of an enterprise. Not all business owners need to become lawyers, but all business owners should have a basic understanding of the laws and regulations to avoid facing legal problems in the future. When starting a business, topics such as business ownership and structure, name of the entity and registration, license and permit requirements, and formal agreement among the principals are just a few of the major items to be addressed. For the operating business, the issues may range from contracting and labor law and intellectual property protection to warranties and the conduct of ecommerce on the Internet. This four week workshop is taught by SCORE counselors who are attorneys, specializing in the legal aspects of the small business environment, to help you understand the legal implications of running a business. A workbook is included.

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Professional Advancement BUILDING YOUR BRAND ON THE INTERNET New! ZCAR-321-809 (4 wks) $80 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Starts Thurs. 10/6 Technology has redefined the process of commercial interaction and forever changed the boundaries and scale of the general business landscape. A successful website allows both the customer and the product or service provider to experience the unique capabilities and advantages of the Internet; i.e., provide a source of relevant information and establish a networking tool by leveraging both business and social contacts. Does my website have the necessary usability (flow of information) and optimization (coding for preferred ranking) to get to the right customers? How do I take advantage of social networking for commercial applications? This four-week workshop is taught by a SCORE counselor and business professional with extensive experience in developing and analyzing web sites for business clients. You will learn how to (a) optimize your website for better placement on search engines; (b) improve your marketing efforts through social network sites; (c) use analytical information to create a better buyer’s experience; and (d) speed your business to success with electronic newsletters, blogs, and on-line advertising. A workbook is included. ACCOUNTING & FINANCIAL CONCEPTS FOR THE NON-ACCOUNTANT ZCAR-322-810 (3 wks) $80 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Starts Tues., 10/18 Every entrepreneur and business owner must learn to work with basic accounting 36

and financial concepts. Accounting extends into virtually every element of business operations. And as an enterprise grows, you’ll need even more financial information to evaluate the performance and to make timely decisions about the future of the business. This course focuses on the basics of accounting for the small business and will introduce concepts, terminology, and financial statements critical to the successful operations of a business – relationships between assets, liabilities, and owner’s equity, as well as financial statements of Personal Net Worth, Balance Sheet, Profit and Loss, and Cash Flow. Taught by an experienced accounting instructor through the local SCORE chapter, this course will help business owners better understand their current operations and provide financial insights to achieve improved performance. A workbook is included. DEVELOPING A COMPREHENSIVE BUSINESS PLAN $75 ZCAR-305-806 (3 wks) 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Starts Mon. 11/14 Planning is your map to success in the business world. This three-week course is a must for anyone starting a small business, and/or buying, financing, or refinancing one. Taught by SCORE counselors, this step-by-step process will help you (1) move ideas from your head to paper in an organized, clear, and convincing manner; (2) identify those key points that can make or break your chances of success; (3) discover what critical points commercial lenders typically focus on; and (4) avoid the most common mistakes in business planning and analysis. A workbook is included.

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Professional Advancement Office of Community Education now offers

Command Spanish® e-training Courses Promote better communication in the work environment. Increase safety in the workplace. Enhance workers’ job performance. Decrease or remove communication barriers. Provide better service to persons in the Hispanic community. Receive cost-effective instruction without leaving your house. Courses are available for Financial Institutions, Law Enforcement, Construction, Community, Dentists, Dental Hygienists, Pharmacy, Workplace, Hospital Nurses*, Medical Office Nursing*, Physicians, Travel, Physical Therapy, Library Personnel, Real Estate, Respiratory Therapists, Retail Workers, Emergency Medical Personnel and School Teachers. We can also customize any of these programs and offer it through traditional classroom learning! *Command Spanish®, Inc. and ALLEGRA Learning Solutions are co-providing these online courses. ALLEGRA Learning Solutions is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nursing Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. ALLEGRA Learning Solutions courses are acceptable for CE contact hours in all states.

For more information visit https://www.racc.edu/CommunityEd/HCPS/CommandSpanish.aspx or call 610.607.6220.

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Professional Advancement Reading Area Community College

Online Healthcare Professional Contact Hours/CEUs Over 500 courses! RACC offers online flexible, affordable and interactive training in a variety of healthcare subjects to support your annual CE requirements and certifications.

http://healthceu.racc.edu Behavioral Health Library (Example subjects: ADHD, Bipolar Disorders, Substance Abuse in Older Adults, and many more). This library provides course information on behavioral health, substance abuse, developmental disability and child welfare service. Target audience includes any healthcare professional such as nurses, therapists, psychologists, case managers and social workers Regulatory Library The Core Regulatory Library is a collection designed to train on the most current regulations and standards of practice. The Core Regulatory Library gives you the flexibility to train employees whenever hiring needs dictate and simplifies tracking training compliance. Core Regulatory Library provides the foundation for clinical and non-clinical staff and will help organizations reduce risk, increase employee competency and remain compliant. Clinical Practice Series The Clinical Practice Series offers a comprehensive library of courses with CE credit covering crucial areas for practice. The Series is designed to strengthen clinical competency for nurses and other hospital staff, increase adoption of evidence-based practices in crucial areas, and enhance recruitment and retention of nurses and staff. Categories such as Disease States, specific nursing areas such as Critical Care, Emergency, Newborns and Oncology, pharmacotherapy, pain management and patient care basics are available in this series.

Coding and Billing Library This library is designed to help optimize reimbursement and ensure coding compliance in the inpatient and outpatient settings. It is recommended for all coding staff members. This library of 40 coding courses provides training on inpatient ICD-9-CM coding and outpatient CPT coding for new coders as well as experienced veterans. The Coding Library is a convenient way for organizations to help their coders get the ongoing education they need.Target audience includes Coding Specialists, Coding Managers, Reimbursement Specialists, Compliance Auditors and Analysts, HospitalBased Clinic Managers, Directors of Patient Accounts and Outpatient Billing Personnel. EMS Course Library Over 50 courses approved by PA Department of Health for First Responders, EMT, EMT-P and PHRN for both medical/trauma and other categories. Topics range from airway to trauma. For more information, please contact: Michele Furdyna RN BSN MS Director, Healthcare Programs 610-607-6220 email at healthceu@racc.edu

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GED® Testing GED® Testing is offered on a weekly basis. Both daytime and evening testing is available. At the time of registration, the applicant will be able to choose from the upcoming dates and times.

2011 GED TESTING SCHEDULE AUGUST August 2 & 3 August 9 & 10 August 16 & 17 August 23 & 24 August 26 (partials) August 30 & 31

T/W 9:00 am T/W 12:30 pm T/W 5:00 pm T/W 12:30 pm F 9:00-1:00 pm T/W 9:00 am

SEPTEMBER September 6 & 7 Sept. 9 (partials) September 13 & 14 September 20 & 21 September 29

T/W 12:30 pm F 12:00-4:00 pm T/W 9:00 am T/W 5:00 pm TH 5:00 pm

OCTOBER October 1 October 4 & 5 October 11 & 12

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October (continued) October 14 (partials) October 18 & 19 October 27 October 29

F 9:00-1:00 pm T/W 5:00 pm TH 5:00 pm S 8:30 am

NOVEMBER November 1 & 2 November 8 & 9 Nov. 11 (partials) November 15 & 16 November 29 & 30

T/W 5:00 pm T/W 12:30 pm F 12:00-4:00 pm T/W 12:30 pm T/W 9:00 am

DECEMBER December 6 & 7 T/W 12:30pm December 9 (partials) F 9:00-1:00 pm December 13 & 14 T/W 9:00 am December 19 & 20 M/T 5:00 pm

NO WALKINS ALLOWED. SPACE IS LIMITED. TEST REGISTRATION DONE ON A MONTH BY MONTH BASIS. PLEASE PLAN ACCORDINGLY AND REGISTER EARLY. NO TEST REFUNDS ISSUED. ALL students must preregister at Schuylkill Hall – Third Floor and MUST have approved PA photo identification. Test dates are selected on a first-come first-serve basis. Dates are subject to change or cancellation. Current cost of the test is $85. Payment is required at time of registration. Register in person at Schuylkill Hall, RACC, 111 Riverfront Drive, 3rd Floor, Reading, PA. You may register at the reception desk in Schuylkill Hall during the following hours: Monday Tuesday and Wednesday Thursday Friday

8:00 am–4:30pm 8:00 am–6:30 pm 8:00 am–4:30 pm 8:00 am–4:00 pm

If you have any questions please call 610.372.4721, Ext. 5182. RACC Community Education Fall 2011 Course Offerings

Volunteer Tutor Program Be a Volunteer Tutor for Literacy Programs Tutors are needed for adults taking Adult Basic Education (ABE), English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESL), and General Educational Development (GED®) classes at Reading Area Community College. Let your free hours make a difference in someone’s life. Be a volunteer tutor! For additional information, call 610.372.4721, Ext. 5154 or Ext. 5155.

Please send me further information about the items indicated: (print clearly) NAME ______________________________________________________________ ADDRESS ___________________________________________________________ CITY/STATE _________________________________________________________ ZIP CODE ____________ PHONE________________________________________ o Vocational Training

o GED® Test

o Becoming a Volunteer Tutor for RACC’s Literacy Programs MAIL TO: RACC, Community Education, Box 1706, Reading, PA 19603

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Cultural Programs Miller Center for the Arts For event tickets and information please call the Miller Center box office at 610.607.6270 or check the website at www.racc.edu/millercenter.

Downtown Performing Arts Series From modern dance to political satire, the Downtown Performing Arts Series includes a spectacular variety of performances that are at once thought-provoking and entertaining. The following programs will be presented during the 2011 fall season. Aquila Theatre Company The Importance of Being Earnest Saturday, October 15, 7:30 PM

Tickets: $27 Advance $32 Door $20 Student This classically trained, thoroughly modern theater company presents Oscar Wilde’s masterpiece with humor and elegance.

John McCutcheon Friday, November 18, 7:30 PM Tickets: $27 Advance $32 Door, $20 Student John’s concerts are “…little feats of magic…storytelling with the richness of literature.” – The Washington Post The Capitol Steps Sat., Dec. 10, 7:30 PM Tickets: $27 Advance $32 Door $20 Student Political satire set to hilarious song parodies and skitsI The Steps have recorded over 30 albums and have been featured on NBC, CBS, ABC, and PBS.

Parsons Dance Company Remember Me Saturday, October 22, 7:30 PM Tickets: $27 Advance $32 Door $20 Student A breathtaking theatrical experience that combines exquisite modern dance with some of opera’s greatest hits; in partnership with the East Village Opera Company.

RACC Community Education Fall 2011 Course Offerings

Cultural Programs Family Sampler Series The Family Sampler Series is a mini package of four events that is designed to draw in young spectators and families to the world of theater and music. The Miller Center is pleased to present the first two of these events for Fall 2011.

The Boxcar Children Yocum Institute for Arts Education Saturday, October 8 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM Tickets: $9 Adult $7 Children (Ages 12 and under) Based on the 1924 book by first-grade teacher Gertrude Chandler Warner, this endearing family classic tells the story of four orphaned children who create a home for themselves in an abandoned boxcar in the forest.

Fred Garbo Inflatable Theater Co. Saturday, November 12 11:00 AM & 2:00 PM Tickets: $9 Adult $7 Children (Ages 12 and under)

“…Fred Garbo Inflatable Theater Co. blends classic vaudeville stick with wondrous new inventions to surprise, engage, amuse and beguile us…” - NYTheatre.com

Illustrated Lecture Series The Illustrated Lecture Series presents extraordinary documentary, travelogue films narrated live by the world travelers who produced them. Tickets are $7.00 for adults and $6.00 for seniors and students and may be purchased in advance at the Miller Center box office or at the door. Miller Center Box Office is open Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 10 am to 3 pm.

Autumn Across America, Don Van Polen Friday, November 4 1:00 PM & 7:30 PM A unique journey across America with brilliant narration paired with old classic songs such as “Seeing Nellie Home” and “Suppertime.” Southern Europe: A Journey from Paris to Cannes, Spain, Croatia, Greece & Istanbul Marlin Darrah Friday, September 23 1:00 PM & 7:30 PM A delicious sampler package that includes art galleries in Paris to the Moorish palaces and market streets of Spain. FOR TICKETS AND INFORMATION CALL 610.607.6270 OR VISIT WWW.RACC.EDU/MILLERCENTER/ 42

RACC Community Education Fall 2011 Course Offerings

Celebrating 40 Years Reading Area Community College is proudly celebrating its 40th Anniversary and the 5th Anniversary of the Miller Center for the Arts! The Foundation for Reading Area Community College presents

Celebration of Education Gala Saturday, October 22, 2011 - 7:30 PM Miller Center for the Arts, Celebrating its 5th Season, proudly presents the return of Parsons Dance Company Remember Me

“Remember Me is a rock dance opera featuring Parsons Dance and the lead vocalists and music of the Grammy-nominated rock opera band, East Village Opera Company. All-new costumes by Project Runway designer Austin Scarlett and dramatic new lighting by Tony Award-winning lighting designer Howell Binkley turn up the passion and embolden David Parsons’ electrifying dance.” This exciting performance will be followed by a Dessert Extravaganza complemented by champagne and an open bar in the Schmidt Training and Technology Center. A live auction will complete the evening. $135/person (Discounted pricing available for groups of 10.) www.racc.edu/millercenter * 610.607.6239 * foundation@racc.edu

The Rolf Schmidt Series on Innovative Practices, Strategies and Technologies presents Dr. Kevin C. Craig; Greenheck Chair in Engineering Design, Marquette University Tuesday, September 27, 2011 - 8 AM (7:30 breakfast), Miller Center for the Arts This event is free and open to the public. For tickets and information contact the Foundation for RACC at 610.607.6239 or foundation@racc.edu. RACC Community Education Fall 2011 Course Offerings

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Register Online Enroll immediately in the classes you want! The online registration system saves you time and postage costs, and is available at your convenience.

• Go to www.racc.edu. • Select WebAdvisor from the Quick Links menu at top right of homepage. • Select Community Education. • Previous Users will use the LOG IN tab at the top of page. • First-Time Users: click on “I’m New to WebAdvisor” link. • Enter Course Code Number exactly as printed in the brochure. • Click SUBMIT. • Proceed through the next several registration screens entering the required information and submitting at end of each screen. • Verify your class and payment, then select REGISTER NOW and complete credit card information. • You will receive a printable confirmation when the transaction is complete. For questions and assistance, call 610.607.6231 or 6232.

RACC Community Education Fall 2011 Course Offerings

Registration Remember to register early! Classes begin as indicated in course schedules found in this brochure.

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By Mail: Visit http://www.racc.edu/Register.pdf and print out the Workforce and Economic Development/ Community Education Registration Form. By Phone: Call 610.607.6232 or 610.607.6231 to register with VISA, MasterCard or Discover. In person at Schuylkill Hall, RACC, 111 Riverfront Drive. Stop at the 3rd floor reception desk Monday and Thursday 8:00 am–4:30 pm; Tuesday and Wednesday 8:00 am–6:30 pm; Friday 8:00 am–4:00 pm. VISA, MasterCard or Discover registration accepted.

Class Locations: Reading Area Community College (RACC) If the College withdraws a course, your tuition will be refunded. Instructor substitutions may be made in emergencies and at the discretion of RACC. Written refund requests must be received one week before classes begin. No refunds will be issued after this date. Please allow 4–6 weeks for a refund. Students must be 18 years old to register for adult classes.

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