Workforce & Continuing Education Spring Schedule by Victoria College

Workforce & Continuing Education Spring 2012 Schedule

Business & Technology Health Careers Industrial Trades Languages Law Enforcement Personal Enrichment Real Estate Transportation

Workforce Training Continuing Education Professional Development

We offer: • Instructors with real world experience • Workstations featuring the latest technology • Comfortable learning environment

We’re your partner for innovative training solutions for you and your business. Our customized training services are designed to respond to your organization’s development needs. Let us help you build a better business!

Classes can be taught at your worksite or at our main campus in Victoria or one of our centers in Port Lavaca or Gonzales.

Mission Statement Victoria College Continuing Education Mission Statement

Continuing education that effectively fulfills business, industry, and individual needs for quick response to preparatory, supplemental, or professional development training.

Working Together Continuing Education programs are registered with, approved by or affiliated with the following:

Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute American Academy of Pediatrics American Heart Association American Management Association (AMA) Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) Command Spanish, Inc. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) International Trauma Life Support National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Texas Commission on Fire Protection

Texas Commission on Law Enforcement – Officer Standards in Education (TCLEOSE) Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS) Texas Department of Health (TDH) Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations (TDLR) Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Texas Department of State Health Services Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC)

How to Register Two easy options to register for courses. In Person You may register in person in the Continuing Education Office. Call 361-582-2528 for further information.

By Mail A registration application is located on page 44 of this schedule and at www.victoriacollege.edu/ce. Fees must accompany the registration application. Check or money order only. Please do not send cash through the mail.

Tuition Payment Options Registration is not complete until payment has been made. Payment can be made by: • cash • check • credit card (MasterCard, VISA, Discover, or American Express) • debit/ATM card. Purchase of textbooks is an additional charge, unless otherwise noted in the class description. Textbooks can be purchased in the Victoria College Bookstore located in the Victoria College Student Center.

How to Read the Schedule Below is an explanation of how to read the course offerings in the schedule.

Course Title Rubric & Course Number Course Description

Location* Start & End Dates Days

Excel I 2007

$125

Course Fee

ITSW 1022 This course includes hands-on instruction and practice with Excel 2007, the spreadsheet program from Microsoft Office. Introduction to terminology, machine use, program parameters, display characteristics, formatting features, mathematical functions, and printing. Students will understand basic concepts of spreadsheet (Excel) functions, create formulas, charts, graphs, and generate reports. All course materials included. 12 contact hours/1.2 CEUs. VC Main Campus Feb 22 - Mar 3 Tue & Thu | 5:30PM - 8:30PM

Start & End Times

VC Calhoun County Center May 2 - May 11 Mon & Wed | 5:30PM - 8:30PM *

VC Main Campus - 2200 E. Red River, Victoria TX 77901 VC Gonzales Center - 424 E. Sarah DeWitt, Gonzales, TX 78629 VC Calhoun County Center - 900 N. Virginia St., Port Lavaca, TX 77979 VC Wilkins Industrial Training Center - 701 S. Ann St., Port Lavaca, TX 77979

Frequently Asked Questions You have questions. We have answers. What is your cancellation policy? Victoria College reserves the right to cancel classes and change class times or instructors as needed. What is the Refund Policy? 100% refund is given if a withdrawal request is received before the class begins, or if the class is cancelled by the College. No refund is issued after the class begins. Police Academy students will receive an 80 percent refund if the withdrawal is completed during the first five calendar days following the first class meeting. What special accommodations are available? Any participants with disabilities, who need special accommodations, should call to request those accommodations as soon as possible, but no later than one week prior to the beginning of class. For more information, please telephone 361-572-6405.

Does Victoria College award CEUs? Continuing Education Units (CEUs) are awarded for most Continuing Education courses. A record of the courses you have taken and the CEUs awarded are kept on Continuing Education Transcripts. Copies of these transcripts are available in the Admissions and Records Office in the Student Services Building. Alternate forms of continuing education such as CPE (Continuing Professional Education) or CNE (Continuing Nursing Education) may also be available. Please contact the appropriate department for additional information.

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VC Quick Guide Following is a quick guide to what the VC Workforce & Continuing Education Department has to offer. For a wide variety of online courses, visit www.ed2go.edu/victoria.

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Course #

Contact Hours

Fee

Page

A to Z Grant Writing

GRNT

CE01

$130

9 9

Business & Technology Accounting Fundamentals I

ACNT

1002

$130

Administrative Assistant Fundamentals

POFT

1022

$130

Adobe Photoshop Elements Beginner

ITSW

1003

$89

Adobe Photoshop Elements Intermediate

GRPH

1096

$89

Basic Comp TIA A+ Certification Prep

APRP

CE01

$130

Business and Marketing Writing

POFT

1004

$130

Computers for Beginners

COMP

CE01

$150

Computers for the Workplace

ITSC

1012

$150

CSS & XHTML, Introduction to

HTML

CE01

$130

10 10

Customer Service

BUSG

1005

$79

Dealing with Difficult People

COMG

1045

$175

Effective Business Writing

POFT

1004

$130

Effective Selling

MRKG

1032

$130

Excel I 2007

ITSW

1022

$125

Excel II 2007

ITSW

1046

$125

Food Handlers Certification

FDHD

CE01

$29

InDesign CS5, Introduction to

GRPH

1002

$130

Java Programming, Introduction to

ITSE

1003

$130

Keys to Effective Communications

BMGT

1022

$130

Networking, Introduction to

ITNW

1004

$130

PC Security, Introduction to

ITSY

1010

$130

PC Troubleshooting, Introduction to

COMP

CE01

$130

PowerPoint I 2007

ITSW

1037

$125

Project Management Fundamentals

MGMT

CE01

$130

Publisher 2007, Introduction to

GRPH

1002

$130

13 13

QuickBooks 2008

ACNT

1010

$149

Secrets of the Caterer

CATR

CE01

$130

SQL, Introduction to

DATA

CE01

$130

Start Your Own Business

BUSG

CE01

$130

Supervision and Management, Fundamentals of

BMGT

1094

$130

Technical Writing, Fundamentals of

TEWC

CE01

$130

Web Pages, Creating

IMED

1002

$130

14 14

POFI

1024

$125

WordPress Web Sites, Introduction to Creating

Word I 2007

WEBD

CE01

$130

Wow, What a Great Event!

CATR

CE02

$130

Writing Effective Grant Proposals

ETWR

1000

$130

Electronic Health Records (formerly Electronic Medical Records)

POFT

1059

$260*

Insurance Coding

MDCA

1043

$215*

Health Careers - Medical

Long Term Care Activity Directing I

GERS

1004

$350

Long Term Care Activity Directing II

GERS

1007

$350

Medical Assisting

MDCA

1091

$325*

* Additional cost for required textbook and/or supplies

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Course #

Contact Hours

Fee

Page

Health Careers - Medical- continued HITT

1005

$215*

Medication Aide for Nurse Aide/Home Health Aide

Medical Terminology

NURA

1013

140

$425*

Nurse Aide for Healthcare

NURA

1001

$425

Phlebotomy

PLAB

1023

$275*

Therapeutic Recreation I

RECT

1041

$225

Therapeutic Recreation II

RECT

1042

$225

Professional Development: Medication Aide Update

NURA

1041

$40

Dental Conference

DNTA

2000

$60

School Nurse Conference

RNSG

2002

$60

Advanced Cardiac Life Support

EMSP

2035

$160*

Advanced Cardiac Life Support - Recertification

EMSP

2036

$95*

CPR Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers

EMSP

1019

$40*

CPR Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers - Recertification

EMSP

2055

$35*

Pediatric Advanced Life Support

EMSP

1047

$160*

Pediatric Advanced Life Support - Recertification

EMSP

2039

$95*

Core Skills for Construction Trades

CNBT

1091

$275

Electrical Level 1

ELPT

1019

$600

Electrical Level 2

ELPT

1020

$600

Electrical License Renewal

ELPT

2000

$75

EPA Technician Certification

HART

1091

$150

Health Careers - EMS

Industrial Trades

Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Level 1

HART

1038

$600

Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Level 2

HART

1005

$600

R410-A Safety Training

HART

1091

$75

Millwright Level 1

MCHN

1025

$875

Pipefitting Level 2

PFPB

1043

$650

Welding Level 1

WLDG

1007

144

$950

Welding Level 2

WLDG

2013

144

$1,250

Braille, Beginning

BRLE

CE01

$130

Enhancing Language Development in Childhood

CHILD

CE01

$130

French-Beginning Conversational

FREN

CE01

$130

ITAL

CE01

$130

Japanese, Conversational

JAPA

CE01

$130

Sign Language, Conversational

SIGN

CE01

$129

Languages

Italian, Instant

Sign Language for the Workplace

SIGN

CE01

$129

Spanish, Conversational

SPAN

CE01

$149

Spanish for Healthcare Providers

SPNL

1001

$130

Spanish for Law Enforcement

SPAN

CE01

$130

Spanish for Medical Professionals

SPAN

CE01

$130

Spanish, Speed

SPAN

CE01

$130

Spanish, Workplace

FRNL

1001

$149

Police Academy (Day)

CJLE

1006

652

$2,200

Police Academy (Night)

CJLE

1006

652

$2,200

Law Enforcement

* Additional cost for required textbook and/or supplies

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Course #

Contact Hours

Fee

Page

Personal Enrichment Assisting Aging Parents

ASST

CE01

$130

Arts & Crafts Business, Start Your Own

BEAD

CE01

$130

Adolescents, Understanding

TEEN

CE01

$130

Digital Photography

DGPH

CE01

$75

Digital Photography, Discover

PHOT

CE01

$130

Ebay, Learn to Buy & Sell on

EBAY

CE01

$130

Facebook 101 for Adults

FACE

CE01

$50

Finance, Personal

FNCL

CE01

$130

Financial Independence, Planning for

FNCL

CE01

7.5

$59

Floral Design: Create A Beautiful Centerpiece

FLWR

CE01

$60

Genealogy Basics

GENE

CE01

$130

GMAT Preparation

GMAT

CE01

$130

Homeschool With Success

EDCA

CE01

$130

Interior Design, Introduction to

DSGN

CE01

$130

Journaling, Introduction to

JRNL

CE01

$130

Landscape Design, Basics of

LNSP

CE01

$75

Meals, Luscious, Low-Fat Lighting Quick

COOK

CE02

$130

Money, Credit & Identity, Protect Your

FNCL

CE01

$130

Money Management, Keys to Successful

DEBT

CE01

$130

Natural Health & Healing, Introduction to

HLTH

CE01

$130

Quilting for Beginners

QULT

CE01

$40

Tour Tutankhamun: The Golden King and the Great Pharaohs

TOUR

CE01

10.5

$65/$75

Veterinary Assistant, Become a

VETA

CE01

$130

Writerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Workshop, Beginning

WRTG

CE01

$130

MathMaster

RELE

CE08

$89

National Real Estate Exam Prep: The SMART Guide to Passing

RELE

CE09

$89

Real Estate Appraisal

RELE

CE03

$149

Real Estate Finance

RELE

CE05

$149

Real Estate Investment

RELE

CE06

$149

Real Estate Marketing

RELE

CE07

$149

Texas Law of Agency

RELE

CE02

$149

Texas Law of Contracts

RELE

CE04

$149

Texas Principles of Real Estate

RELE

CE01

$149

Truck Driving (Texas Specific)

CVOP

1001

286

$3,750

Basic Motorcycle Safety

MBRC

CE01

$195

General Motorcycle Maintenance

MBRC

CE05

$75

Real Estate

Transportation

Spring 2012

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Business & Technology If you are organized, a natural leader, or enjoy working with computers, you may want to consider a career in business and technology.

Spring 2012

Business & Technology For information about these courses, please contact the Workforce & Continuing Education Department at (361) 582-2528.

A to Z Grant Writing - $130 (Online)

Adobe Photoshop Elements Beginner - $89

This course will equip you with the skills and tools you need to enter the exciting field of grant writing! You’ll learn how to raise needed funds by discovering how and where to look for potential funders who are a good match for your organization. You’ll also learn how to network and develop true partnerships with a variety of funders, how to organize a successful grant-writing campaign, and how to put together a complete proposal package. 24 contact hours

Students will learn the introductory basics of Adobe Photoshop Elements graphics software for image enhancement and editing of digital images. This course is hands-on. Students will use an in-class computer to work with the instructor while manipulating a photo. Course topics include: Tools and basic workspace area bar functions, layer discussion, editing and basic creative effects of digital images, and basic aspects of image composition. All course materials included. 8 contact hours

Online Course - New classes begin monthly Jan 18 – Mar 19 Feb 15 – Apr 16 Mar 21 – May 21 Apr 18 – June 18 May 16 – July 16

VC Main Campus Mar 19 – Mar 28 Mon & Wed | 6:00PM – 8:00PM Continuing Education Center, Room 208

GRNT CE01

Accounting Fundamentals I - $130 (Online) ACNT 1002

ITSW 1003

May 22 – May 31 Tues & Thurs | 6:00PM – 8:00PM Continuing Education Center, Room 208

Adobe Photoshop Elements Intermediate - $89 GRPH 1096

Demand for accounting professionals currently exceeds supply. If you’re interested in increasing your financial awareness and accountability while also gaining a marketable skill, this course is for you. You’ll learn the basics of double-entry bookkeeping, while also learning how to analyze and record financial transactions, as well as prepare various financial reports at the end of the fiscal period. Accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll procedures, sales taxes, and various common banking activities will be discussed. 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly Jan 18 – Mar 19 Feb 15 – Apr 16 Mar 21 – May 21 Apr 18 – June 18 May 16 – July 16

Administrative Assistant Fundamentals - $130 (Online) POFT 1022

Adobe’s Photoshop Elements is full of outstanding features for advanced editing. Once you’ve learned the basics, you’re ready to see how they all work together. Students will demonstrate intermediate skills in the manipulation of digital images, utilizing software/computer. Course topics will include detailed editing and creative effects of digital images. All course materials included. 8 contact hours VC Main Campus April 16 – April 25 Mon & Wed | 6:00PM – 8:00PM Continuing Education Center, Room 208 June 5 – June 14 Tues & Thurs | 6:00PM – 8:00PM Continuing Education Center, Room 208

Basic Comp TIA A+ Certification Prep - $130 (Online) APRP CE01

This course will help you discover and master the essentials of managerial and staff support, information and records management, communications technology, travel and meeting coordination, space planning, and office ergonomics. You’ll become an indispensable member of your team by identifying opportunities and implementing solutions to turn your office into a high productivity machine. 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly Jan 18 – Mar 19 Feb 15 – Apr 16 Mar 21 – May 21 Apr 18 – June 18 May 16 – July 16

Time to roll up those sleeves and dive inside the personal computer! The Basic CompTIA A+ Certification Prep course teaches you about the hardware common to virtually every personal computer, including microprocessors, RAM, power supplies, motherboards, BIOS, CMOS, the expansion bus, and input/output devices. This course gives you the knowledge upon which you’ll base the rest of your CompTIA A+ certification studies for the exams that debuted in late 2009. 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly Jan 18 – Mar 19 Feb 15 – Apr 16 Mar 21 – May 21 Apr 18 – June 18 May 16 – July 16

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Business & Technology For information about these courses, please contact the Workforce & Continuing Education Department at (361) 582-2528.

Business and Marketing Writing - $130 (Online)

Computers for the Workplace - $150

Whatever your background, this fun, introductory course will teach you to write or identify copy that achieves business and marketing goals. Using clear explanations, real-life examples, and an animated style, the course solidifies the relationship between business and marketing principles and written communications. You’ll learn how business and marketing objectives affect writing choices. You’ll get practical writing instruction in grammar, clarity, structure and more. You’ll understand issues unique to this discipline, such as buzzwords, working with a team, and marketing ethics. 24 contact hours

Included in this remarkable beginner course is computer literacy, Windows XP, Internet and e-mail. Students will get hands-on instruction and practice. Topics will include computer terminology, computer hardware and software, Windows operating system, file management and World Wide Web and discussions on how computers are used in today’s world and survey a software productivity suite (word processing, spreadsheets, and database). 15 contact hours

POFT 1004

Online Course - New classes begin monthly Jan 18 – Mar 19 Feb 15 – Apr 16 Mar 21 – May 21 Apr 18 – June 18 May 16 – July 16

Computers for Beginners - $150 COMP CE01

No prior experience necessary Included in this remarkable beginner course is computer literacy, Windows XP, Internet and e-mail. Students will get hands-on instruction and practice. Topics will include computer terminology, computer hardware and software, Windows operating system, file management and World Wide Web and discussions on how computers are used in today’s world and survey a software productivity suite (word processing, spreadsheets, and database). All course materials included. 15 contact hours VC Main Campus Jan 10 – Jan 26 Tues & Thurs | 5:30PM – 8:00PM Continuing Education Center, Room 208 Apr 3 – Apr 19 Mon & Wed | 5:30PM – 8:00PM Continuing Education Center, Room 208

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VC Main Campus Jan 10 – Jan 26 Tues & Thurs | 5:30PM – 8:00PM Continuing Education Center, Room 208 Apr 3 – Apr 19 Mon & Wed | 5:30PM – 8:00PM Continuing Education Center, Room 208 Gonzales Center Feb 21 – Mar 8 Tues & Thurs | 6:00PM – 8:00PM VC Gonzales Center, Room 109

CSS & XHTML , Introduction to - $130 (Online) HTML CE01

In this course, you’ll take your CSS and XHTML skills to the next level and learn how to create professional-quality Web sites. You’ll find out the methods the pros use to quickly build effective sites that are easy to maintain and modify. You’ll discover the secrets to ensuring you keep total creative control over every aspect of a site. You’ll master specific techniques for creating flexible, table-less page layouts that adapt to all Web browsers, screen resolutions, and user needs. And you’ll learn how to build accessibility and search engine optimization into those page layouts. 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly Jan 18 – Mar 19 Feb 15 – Apr 16 Mar 21 – May 21 Apr 18 – June 18 May 16 – July 16

Customer Service - $79 BUSG 1005

You may already understand that top-notch customer service begins with knowing your customers and their needs, but do you know how to evaluate those customers, or better yet, what to do with the data once you have it? We’ll take a look at that, as well as identify how your customer service stacks up right now, and how you can build on even the sharpest of service policies. Plus, learn how to communicate, resolve complaints, and foster winning traits in customer service. 8 contact hours VC Main Campus Jan 9 – Jan 23 Apr 2 – Apr 11 Mon & Wed | 6:00PM – 8:00PM Continuing Education Center, Room 203

Spring 2012

Business & Technology For information about these courses, please contact the Workforce & Continuing Education Department at (361) 582-2528.

Dealing with Difficult People - Fred Pryor - $175 (Lunch and workbook provided) COMG 1045 Victoria College is pleased to partner with Fred Pryor/CareerTrack to offer this exciting one-day seminar! Do you recognize these people? • The Know-It-Alls. They’re arrogant, and usually have an opinion on any issue. When they’re wrong, they get defensive. • The Passives. These people never offer ideas or let you know where they stand. • The Dictators. They bully and intimidate. They’re constantly demanding and brutally critical. • The “Yes” People. They agree to any commitment, yet rarely deliver. You can’t trust them to follow through. • The “No” People. They are quick to point out why something won’t work. What’s worse, they’re inflexible. • The Complainers. Is anything ever right with them? They prefer complaining to finding solutions. Of course you recognize them. They’re the people you work with, sell to, depend on, and live with. Learn to deal with them quickly and confidently in the Dealing with Difficult People course. This is a day of intensive training with immediate payback. Learn to take the offensive against know-it-alls, dictators, snipers, gripers, “yes” people, “no” people, and all of the other contrary characters you confront every day. Tuition includes lunch and workbook. 7 contact hours. VC Main Campus March 29 Thurs | 8:00AM - 3:30PM Continuing Education Center, Room 100

Effective Business Writing - $130 (Online) POFT 1004

Don’t let small gaps in your business writing skills prevent you from reaching your full potential! It doesn’t matter whether you’re a clerical worker, an engineer, or an executive. If you communicate with others in writing, you need this course to help you identify and eliminate problem areas. By the end of this course, you’ll know the secret to developing powerful written documents that immediately draw readers in and keep them motivated to continue until your very last, well-chosen word. 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly Jan 18 – Mar 19 Feb 15 – Apr 16 Mar 21 – May 21 Apr 18 – June 18 May 16 – July 16

Effective Selling - $130 (Online) MRKG 1032

The goal of Effective Selling is not to teach you how to make a sale today, but to help you discover how you can easily convert a potential customer into a long term asset. Effective Selling will help you lay the groundwork for repeat business and your future success. With the knowledge, planning skills, communication techniques, and the understanding of human nature that you will gain from this course, your sales will grow as if by magic. 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly Jan 18 – Mar 19 Feb 15 – Apr 16 Mar 21 – May 21 Apr 18 – June 18 May 16 – July 16

Excel I 2007 - $125 ITSW 1022

This course includes hands-on instruction and practice with Excel 2007, the spreadsheet program from Microsoft Office. Students will understand basic concepts of spreadsheet (Excel) functions, create formulas, charts, graphs, and generate reports. Course topics will include an introduction to terminology and machine use; program parameters; display characteristics; mathematical functions and formatting features and Printing. All course materials included. 12 contact hours VC Main Campus Jan 30 – Feb 8 Mon & Wed | 5:30PM – 8:30PM Continuing Education Center, Room 208 Apr 24 – May 3 Tues & Thurs | 5:30PM – 8:30PM Continuing Education Center, Room 208

Excel II 2007 - $125 IITSW 1046

Master advanced features of Microsoft Excel 2007 and discover how this powerful MS Office program can boost your productivity. You’ll see how Excel 2007 can give you further insight into your valuable data. Course topics include: • Managing workbook data using tables • Enhancing charts and Analyzing table data • Automating worksheet tasks • Sharing Excel files • Incorporating web information 12 contact hours VC Main Campus May 7 – May 16 Mon & Wed | 5:30PM – 8:30PM Continuing Education Center, Room 208

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Business & Technology For information about these courses, please contact the Workforce & Continuing Education Department at (361) 582-2528.

Food Handlers Certification - $40

Keys to Effective Communication - $130 (Online)

This course provides the employer with more qualified employees, thereby reducing the risk of food-borne illness outbreaks caused by improper food preparation and handling techniques. Upon successful completion, a Food Handlers certificate will be issued recognizing that students have received food safety education in accordance with the Texas Health and Safety Code. Topics include food-borne illness; causes and prevention; cross contamination; and time and temperature control. All course materials provided. 2 contact hours.

If you often find yourself at a loss for words or lack confidence in your communication abilities, you’ll appreciate this course. With the help of a patient instructor and a supportive community of your fellow students, you’ll work step by step through the process of becoming a great conversationalist. You’ll learn to use communication to build rapport and create environments of trust, warmth, and respect. Become more confident, create a great first impression, get along well with others, and create more and better personal and professional relationships. 24 contact hours

FDHD CE01

VC Main Campus Feb 15 May 16 Wed | 6:00PM – 8:00PM Continuing Education Center, Room 203

InDesign CS5, Introduction to - $130 (Online) GRPH 1002

In this Adobe InDesign CS5 class, you’ll get hands-on desktop publishing training and come away knowing how to use this popular page layout software to design and create professional-quality letterhead, business cards, brochures, PDF files that play movies, and more. You’ll discover that you don’t need to be a designer or an artist to produce beautiful documents. 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly Jan 18 – Mar 19 Feb 15 – Apr 16 Mar 21 – May 21 Apr 18 – June 18 May 16 – July 16

BMGT 1022

Online Course - New classes begin monthly Jan 18 – Mar 19 Feb 15 – Apr 16 Mar 21 – May 21 Apr 18 – June 18 May 16 – July 16

Networking, Introduction to - $130 (Online) ITNW 1004

This course explains computer networking basics in terms that you can easily understand, using concepts common to everyday, non-computing experience. A brief introduction to networking history provides context, explaining how networks have become so important to businesses and individuals. The course emphasizes networking fundamentals, explaining the software and hardware that makes networking possible. The course stresses understanding how and why networks work, rather than focusing on memorization of terms or numbers. 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly Jan 18 – Mar 19 Feb 15 – Apr 16 Mar 21 – May 21 Apr 18 – June 18 May 16 – July 16

Java Programming, Introduction to - $130 (Online) ITSE 1003

If you want to learn computer programming but don’t have any prior experience, you’ll enjoy a tour of Java, one of the most widely used computer languages in the world. It’s a breeze to learn in a friendly and supportive environment. Start with the basics of program design and go on to write your own programs and integrate input and output, calculations, decision making, and loops. Build your knowledge and confidence with easy-to-understand examples and plenty of skill-building exercises. 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly Jan 18 – Mar 19 Feb 15 – Apr 16 Mar 21 – May 21 Apr 18 – June 18 May 16 – July 16

Spring 2012

PC Security, Introduction to - $130 (Online) ITSY 1091

What you don’t know about PC security really can hurt you! Learn why you’re at risk and what you can do to protect your precious personal and business data from the outside world. This course, taught by a security expert, will quickly bring you up to speed on the fundamentals of PC and network security. 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly Jan 18 – Mar 19 Feb 15 – Apr 16 Mar 21 – May 21 Apr 18 – June 18 May 16 – July 16

Business & Technology For information about these courses, please contact the Workforce & Continuing Education Department at (361) 582-2528.

PC Troubleshooting, Introduction to - $130 (Online)

Publisher, Introduction to Microsoft - $130 (Online)

This course takes you step by step through the typical hardware and operating system problems encountered by technicians, teaching troubleshooting techniques to decipher any problem, and giving you the skills you need to solve them. Once you’ve mastered the basics, the course launches into some of the more advanced and nasty problems that crop up in the PC, teaching you how to diagnose and fix those problems as well. 24 contact hours

In this hands-on, project-oriented class for beginners, you’ll learn how to design, create, and publish a wide variety of stunning documents using Microsoft Publisher 2007—one of the most affordable and comprehensive desktop publishing packages available. You’ll find out how Publisher’s built-in layouts and templates can help you quickly complete virtually any desktop publishing project. Then you’ll see the many ways you can modify those templates in order to create impressive and truly original works of your own. 24 contact hours

COMP CE01

Online Course - New classes begin monthly Jan 18 – Mar 19 Feb 15 – Apr 16 Mar 21 – May 21 Apr 18 – June 18 May 16 – July 16

GRPH 1002

Online Course - New classes begin monthly Jan 18 – Mar 19 Feb 15 – Apr 16 Mar 21 – May 21 Apr 18 – June 18 May 16 – July 16

PowerPoint I 2007 - $125 ITSW 1037

Learn how to use Microsoft PowerPoint 2007-- the best presentation program on the market today. This version of PowerPoint is very different from previous versions because of its new interface in which a Ribbon replaces the menu bar and toolbars. Course topics will include an introduction to computerized presentation graphics; planning; design; production of business graphics and charts; production of presentation files utilizing multimedia software. All course materials included. 12 contact hours VC Main Campus May 21 – June 4 Mon & Wed | 5:30PM – 8:30PM Continuing Education Center, Room 208 Feb 27 – Mar 7 Mon & Wed | 5:30PM – 8:30PM Continuing Education Center, Room 208

Project Management Fundamentals - $130 (Online)

QuickBooks 2008 - $149 ACNT 1010

QuickBooks is designed for the small to midsized business owner who enjoys QuickBooks ease of use but prefers a more traditional approach to accounting. In this QuickBooks class, you’ll get the training you need to start using this accounting program to set up a chart of accounts, reconcile your checking account, create and print invoices, receipts, and statements, track your payables, inventory, and receivables, create estimates, and generate reports. Course topics will include lists and bank accounts/ using other accounts in QuickBooks; entering sales information and setting up inventory; entering and paying bills/receiving payments and making deposits; analyzing financial data and tracking and paying sales tax. 12 contact hours VC Main Campus Jan 9 – Jan 23 May 21 – June 4 Mon & Wed | 5:30PM – 8:30PM Continuing Education Center, Room 208

MGMT CE01

In this six-week course, an experienced Project Management Professional will help you master the essentials of project management. You’ll become an indispensable member of your project team by discovering and mastering the critical concepts you need to plan, implement, control and close any type of project. You’ll learn about project politics and ethics, project measurements, and project closure. You’ll be able to develop all sections of a project plan, you’ll become comfortable with the project management body of knowledge, and you’ll develop a variety of powerful techniques to generate project ideas. 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly Jan 18 – Mar 19 Feb 15 – Apr 16 Mar 21 – May 21 Apr 18 – June 18 May 16 – July 16

Secrets of the Caterer $130 (Online) CATR CE01

Catering is a business that has become very popular, especially for those who love to cook and plan parties. From weddings, to showers, to business parties, catering is a home-based business that gives the caterer an exciting and creative career. Learn the fundamentals of the catering business, how to cook for large crowds, organize your kitchen, manage your time, and work with clients. Build your catering skills and begin a new and exciting career today. 24 contact hours. Online Course - New classes begin monthly Jan 18 – Mar 19 Feb 15 – Apr 16 Mar 21 – May 21 Apr 18 – June 18 May 16 – July 16

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Business & Technology For information about these courses, please contact the Workforce & Continuing Education Department at (361) 582-2528.

SQL, Introduction to - $130 (Online)

Technical Writing, Fundamentals of - $130 (Online)

Learn the key concepts of Structured Query Language (SQL) and gain a solid working knowledge of this powerful and universal database programming language. You’ll learn the basic structure of relational databases, how to read and write simple and complex SQL statements, and advanced data manipulation techniques. 24 contact hours

IThis course will teach you the skills you need to succeed as a technical writer. You will learn how to translate complex information into easily understood language, and how to become a wizard at marrying the art of publishing with the science of technology. You’ll learn the secrets of successful technical writers, including technical writing conventions, interviewing skills, desktop publishing and formatting techniques, key tips for developing graphics and templates, documentation management, and how to publish documents both on paper and electronically. 24 contact hours.

DATA CE01

Online Course - New classes begin monthly Jan 18 – Mar 19 Feb 15 – Apr 16 Mar 21 – May 21 Apr 18 – June 18 May 16 – July 16

Start Your Own Business - $130 (Online) BUSG CE01

Starting a home-based business is the hottest trend in today’s challenging business environment! Learn how to be your own boss and eliminate the stress of having a job. The benefits of working from home are endless! Earn what you deserve, be independent, have tax deductions, do away with traffic, office politics and more! Learn how to develop the entrepreneurial qualities - motivation, discipline, creativity - that you will need to succeed! This class is a great way to start your own business or enhance the one you already have. 24 contact hours. Online Course - New classes begin monthly Jan 18 – Mar 19 Feb 15 – Apr 16 Mar 21 – May 21 Apr 18 – June 18 May 16 – July 16

Supervision and Management, Fundamentals of - $130 (Online) BMGT 1094

If you are in a supervisory or management position or want to learn how to become a more effective manager, this course will help you master the basics of business by learning the language of management. You will learn the skills required to delegate responsibility and motivate your employees. A large part of a manager’s job involves getting things done through other people, and this course will help you understand how to influence and direct other people’s performance. 24 contact hours. Online Course - New classes begin monthly Jan 18 – Mar 19 Feb 15 – Apr 16 Mar 21 – May 21 Apr 18 – June 18 May 16 – July 16

TEWC CE01

Online Course - New classes begin monthly Jan 18 – Mar 19 Feb 15 – Apr 16 Mar 21 – May 21 Apr 18 – June 18 May 16 – July 16

Web Pages, Creating - $130 (Online) IMED 1002

Create and post your very own Web site on the Internet in this extensive, hands-on, six week workshop. First, you’ll learn about the capabilities of the World Wide Web and the fundamentals of web design. Then, with your instructor’s patient guidance, you’ll plan the content, structure and layout of your web site, create pages full of neatly formatted text, build links between the pages and to the outside world, and add color, backgrounds, graphics, tables, hot buttons, and animation. You’ll also learn critical and timely information on securing the best possible location in search engine listings, and powerful no-cost or low-cost web marketing strategies. 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly Jan 18 – Mar 19 Feb 15 – Apr 16 Mar 21 – May 21 Apr 18 – June 18 May 16 – July 16

Word I 2007 - $125 POFI 1024

Learn to use the most widely used and recognized word processing from Microsoft Office. Students will receive an overview of the production of documents, tables, and graphics. Course topics will include Word processing terminology and concepts; editing functions; formatting options; special text options and tables/Graphics. 12 contact hours VC Main Campus Feb 13 – Feb 22 Mon & Wed | 5:30PM – 8:30PM Continuing Education Center, Room 208 May 8 – May 17 Tues & Thurs | 5:30PM – 8:30PM Continuing Education Center, Room 208

Spring 2012

Business & Technology For information about these courses, please contact the Workforce & Continuing Education Department at (361) 582-2528.

WordPress Web Sites, Introduction to Creating - $130 (Online) WEBD CE01

CIn these lessons, you’ll get hands-on experience with this powerful tool as you create your own WordPress site and blog. As you walk through the process from start to finish, you’ll find out how to use WordPress to create pages and posts, add images and videos, change a site’s look and feel, and include user-friendly features. You’ll learn how to organize a blog or Web site, create appealing content, and achieve better positions on search engine results pages. By the end of this course, you’ll be able to confidently use WordPress to create a blog or a personal, business, or organizational Web site. 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly Jan 18 – Mar 19 Feb 15 – Apr 16 Mar 21 – May 21 Apr 18 – June 18 May 16 – July 16

Writing Effective Grant Proposals - $130 (Online) ETWR 1000

In this course, you’ll learn how to become fully familiar with the institution or project for which you are requesting support. You’ll get valuable guidance in preparing a background statement and a brief financial statement to support your request. You’ll also research some charitable foundation and corporate giving sources. 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly Jan 18 – Mar 19 Feb 15 – Apr 16 Mar 21 – May 21 Apr 18 – June 18 May 16 – July 16

Wow, What a Great Event! - $130 (Online) CATR CE02

Learn how to create and coordinate successful special events. Develop skills, find resources and gain confidence to plan and produce any size or type of event. This course reveals proven tips, tools, techniques, and procedures used by experts and master event planners to help you avoid embarrassing and costly planning errors or production mistakes. You’ll discover how to select the right suppliers for food, decorations, entertainment, and you’ll learn how to effectively employ them within your own budgetary constraints. You’ll be so excited with your newly gained confidence and expertise that you’ll want to start planning your next event even before this course is over. 24 contact hours. Online Course - New classes begin monthly Jan 18 – Mar 19 Feb 15 – Apr 16 Mar 21 – May 21 Apr 18 – June 18 May 16 – July 16

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Health Careers Medical If you have a strong desire to help others feel better, consider a career in healthcare. Research shows that 10 of the 20 fastest growing careers are in health-related fields.

Spring 2012

Health Careers - Medical For information about these courses, please contact Marilyn Powell at (361) 572-6446 or marilyn.powell@victoriacollege.edu.

Electronic Health Records - $260 (plus textbook $70)

Long Term Care Activity Directing I - $350

Provides skills and knowledge in the health information field related to electronic health records management. The roles of various healthcare support positions including the medical office scribe, registration, admitting and receptionist staff and nursing unit computer support positions will be included. Course content will include the transition from paper to electronic records for office practices, clinic setting and acute/long term care facilities. Information on personal health records, clinical documentation, coding and standardization of computer languages, medical terminology basics, evaluation of filing systems and equipment, and maintenance of database records according to information management theory will be covered. Lecture, hands-on computer exercises, and review of industry literature will be instructional methods utilized. 48 contact hours.

The role of the Activity Director in long term health care facilities includes the study of history, regulations, communications, advocacy, ethics, service delivery and volunteer management. This course, when combined with “Long Term Care Activity Directing II” and “Practicum-Gerontology” meets the state requirements to be qualified as an activity director in Texas. Course work and clinical experience is designed to prepare the student for success on the Texas Activity Direction Certification Exam. Selected assignments will be submitted by mail in lieu of class attendance. Expected learning outcomes are to be able to discuss the history and regulatory requirements for recreation activity services in long term care settings; apply principles of communication, advocacy and ethics to recreation activity service delivery and volunteer management demonstrate knowledge of life span development and demonstrate proper assessment of client needs. 202 total contact hours.

(formerly Electronic Medical Records) POFT 1059

VC Main Campus Apr 2 – May 23 Mon & Wed | 6:00PM – 9:00PM Allied Health Building 106

Insurance Coding - $215 (plus textbook $75) MDCA 1043

This course provides skills and knowledge in the health information field for ICD-9 and CPT coding of insurance forms for reimbursement of medical services. This course emphasizes accurate ICD-9 and CPT coding of office procedures for payment/reimbursement by patient or third party and prevention of insurance fraud. Ideal learning outcomes for the course are to be able to identify different nomenclatures and classification systems and assign codes using appropriate rules, principles, guidelines and conventions. Describe and explain the differences/similarities among insurance plans. Clinical experience will be assigned in area medical offices. 64 total contact hours. VC Main Campus Jan 23 - Mar 21 Mon & Wed | 6:00PM – 9:00PM Allied Health Building 106 Mandatory registration & orientation on January 9 at 6:00PM in the Allied Health Building 106.

GERS 1004 GERS 1066

90 Hrs 112 Hrs

Admission Requirements: 1. High School Diploma or GED 2. Validation of immunizations: Including TB and 3. Hepatitis B Series 4. Current (within one year) work experience in health care. VC Main Campus Jan 14 – Mar 24 Sat | 9:00AM – 6:30PM Continuing Education Center 203

Long Term Care Activity Directing II - $350 GERS 1007 GERS 2006

90 Hrs 112 Hrs

Activity directing in long-term health care facilities includes assessment, care planning, documentation process and evaluation of client needs. This course also addresses program design and resources/funding. Selected course assignments will be submitted by mail or email in lieu of class attendance. Expected learning outcomes are to be able to create care plans based on assessment of client needs; design and document leisure and/ or therapeutic activities based on client assessment and resources/funding and evaluate the effectiveness of the entire activity service delivery. 202 total contact hours. Admission Requirements: 1. Activity Directing I 2. Validation of current TB test and Hepatitis B Series 3. Current (within one year) work experience in health care VC Main Campus TBA Sat | 9:00AM – 6:30PM Continuing Education Center 203

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Medical Assisting - $325 (plus textbook $117) MDCA 1091

An introductory Medical Assisting Program designed to develop basic knowledge and skills necessary to function safely and effectively in a medical office/clinic environment where certification is not required. Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. 96 contact hours. Admission Requirements: 1. Validation of immunizations including 2 Step PPD TB test or record of annual TB test 2. Hepatitis B Series - Includes 3 injections or serologic confirmation of immunity VC Main Campus Jan 30 – Apr 16 Mon & Wed | 6:00PM – 9:00PM Health Sciences Center 221 Mandatory registration & orientation on January 23 at 6:00PM in the Health Sciences Center 221. Gonzales Center Feb 7 – Apr 5 Tues & Thurs | 5:30PM – 9:30PM VC Gonzales Center Mandatory registration & orientation on January 31 at 5:30PM at the VC Gonzales Center, 424 E. Sarah DeWitt, Gonzales, TX Calhoun County Center Feb 28 – Apr 19 Tues & Thurs | 5:00PM – 9:00PM VC Calhoun County Center 22 Mandatory registration & orientation on February 21 at 5:00PM at the VC Calhoun County Center, 900 N. Virginia St., Port Lavaca, TX.

Medical Terminology - $215 (plus $75 for textbook) HITT 1005

This course includes the study of word origin and structure through the introduction of prefixes, suffixes, root words, plurals, abbreviation and symbols, surgical procedures, medical specialties and diagnostic procedures. Expected learning outcomes are to be able to identity, pronounce and spell medical terms, use in context, build and analyze medical terms and use medical references as resource tools. 48 contact hours. VC Main Campus Apr 17 - May 24 Tues & Thurs | 5:30PM – 9:30PM Health Sciences Center 221 Mandatory registration & orientation on April 10 at 5:30PM in the Health Sciences Center 221. Calhoun County Center Jan 17 - Feb 23 Tues & Thurs | 5:00PM – 9:00PM VC Calhoun County Center Mandatory registration & orientation on January 12 at 5:00PM at the VC Calhoun County Center, 900 N. Virginia St., Port Lavaca, TX.

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Medication Aide for Nurse Aide/Home Health Aide -$425 (plus $100 for textbook) NURA 1013

Instruction in preparation and administration of designated medications by non-licensed nursing personnel employed in licensed healthcare agencies including the responsibilities associated with such administration. 140 contact hours. Admission Requirements: 1. Nurse Aide on the State Registry 2. Certified copy of high school diploma or official transcript with date of graduation or notarized copy of GED (certified means with a school seal or notary signature). 3. $25.00 Money Order made out to: Texas Dept. of Aging and Disability Services. 4. You must be currently employed in a facility as a certified nurse aide or licensed direct care staff person on the first day of class. 5. Validation of immunizations including: Hepatitis B Series is required before clinical experience. VC Main Campus May 14 - Aug 29 Mon & Wed | 4:00PM – 8:00PM Health Sciences Center 133 Mandatory registration & orientation on May 7 at 4:00PM in the Health Sciences Center 130. Gonzales Center Jan 18 - May 18 Wed & Fri | 12:00PM – 4:00PM VC Gonzales Center Mandatory registration & orientation on January 11 at 12:00PM at the VC Gonzales Center, 424 E. Sarah DeWitt, Gonzales, TX Hallettsville School of Nursing Feb 27 - July 2 Mon & Wed | 5:30PM – 9:00PM Hallettsville School of Nursing Mandatory registration & orientation on February 20 at 5:30PM at the Hallettsville School of Nursing, 1410 N. Texana, Hallettsville, TX Cuero School of Nursing Feb 27 - July 2 Mon & Wed | 5:30PM – 9:00PM Cuero School of Nursing Mandatory registration & orientation on February 20 at 5:30PM at the Cuero School of Nursing, 2550 N. Esplanade, Cuero, TX

Health Careers - Medical For information about these courses, please contact Marilyn Powell at (361) 572-6446 or marilyn.powell@victoriacollege.edu.

Nurse Aide for Healthcare - $425 NURA 1001 NURA 1060

64 Hrs 80 Hrs

Preparation for entry level nursing assistance to achieve a level of knowledge, skills, and abilities essential to provide basic care to residents of long-term care facilities. Emphasis on effective interaction with members of the health care team and assisting residents in maintaining basic comfort and safety. Admission Requirements: 1. Social Security Number 2. Valid Photo ID 3. Validation of immunizations including 2 Step PPD TB Test, Hepatitis B Series (3 injections) Individual DPS background check. Individuals that are listed as unemployable on the LTC Employee Misconduct Registry and have been convicted of a criminal offense listed in Texas Health and Safety Code, 250.006 are not eligible. VC Main Campus Jan 17 – Mar 22 Tues & Thurs | 5:00PM – 9:00PM Health Sciences Center 227 Mandatory registration & orientation on January 10 at 5:00PM in the Health Sciences Center 227. Gonzales Center Jan 25 – Apr 9 Mon & Wed | 5:00PM – 9:00PM VC Gonzales Center Mandatory registration & orientation on January 18 at 5:00PM at the VC Gonzales Center, 424 E. Sarah DeWitt, Gonzales, TX Calhoun County Center Feb 8 – Apr 16 Mon & Wed | 5:00PM – 9:00PM VC Calhoun County Center

Phlebotomy - $275 PLAB 1023

Skill development will be administered in the performance of a variety of blood collection methods using proper technique and universal precautions. Course includes vacuum collection devices, syringes, capillary skin puncture, butterfly needles and blood culture, and specimen collection on adults, children and infants. Emphasis will be on infection prevention, proper patient identification, labeling of specimens and quality assurance, specimen handling, processing and accessioning. Topics include professionalism, ethics and medical terminology. 48 total contact hours (includes 16 hours of clinical experience that will be assigned in area medical labs). Admission Requirements: 1. Completion of health care provider course work and/or current employment in health care delivery. 2. Validation of immunizations including 2 Step TB test and Hepatitis B series (Health Care Provider CPR required for the Victoria & Calhoun locations.) VC Main Campus Feb 23 – Apr 12 Tues & Thurs | 6:00PM – 9:00PM Health Sciences Center 221 Mandatory registration & orientation on February 16 at 6:00PM in the Health Sciences Center 221. Gonzales Center Apr 4 - May 16 Mon & Wed | 6:00PM – 9:00PM VC Gonzales Center Mandatory registration & orientation on March 28 at 6:00PM at the VC Gonzales Center, 424 E. Sarah DeWitt, Gonzales, TX Calhoun County Center Coming Summer 2012

Mandatory registration & orientation on February 1 at 5:00PM at the VC Calhoun County Center, 900 N. Virginia St., Port Lavaca, TX.

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Therapeutic Recreation I - $225 RECT 1041

This course provides the knowledge and practice necessary to plan and implement therapeutic activities that involve music, drama, dance, arts and crafts. Focus is given on the range of individuals who may benefit from these activities. Leadership skills, rather than a mastery of the performance skills will be stressed. This course meets the Therapeutic Recreation course requirement for Certified Activity Directors. 48 contact hours. VC Main Campus Coming Fall 2012

Therapeutic Recreation II - $225 RECT 1042

This course provides the knowledge and practice necessary to plan and implement therapeutic activities that involve sports, games, fitness and outdoor recreation activities with an emphasis on the range of individuals who benefit from these activities. Leadership skills, rather than a mastery of the performance skills will be stressed. 48 contact hours. VC Main Campus Apr 21 - June 2 Sat | 9:00AM – 5:30PM Continuing Education Center 203

Professional Development: Medication Aide Update - $40 NURA 1041

Intensive training in an identified area(s) to meet continuing education and/ or review/ update requirements associated with professional licensure or certification. Medication Aides MUST renew their permit annually. This includes taking this 7 hour CE course and paying the $15 fee to the Department of Aging and Disability Services. First year permit holders may renew by paying the DADS fee only. Permits that have lapsed for one year or more CANNOT be renewed. The 7 hour continuing education class should be taken at least three months before your permit expires. 7 contact hours. Pre-registration is required. VC Main Campus Feb 7 May 1 Aug 7 All classes are: Tue | 8:00AM – 4:30PM Health Sciences Center 132 Hallettsville School of Nursing Dec 6 Apr 3 July 3 All classes are: Tue | 8:00AM – 4:30PM Hallettsville School of Nursing, 1410 N. Texana, Hallettsville, TX. Gonzales Center Mar 6 June 5 All classes are: Tue | 8:00AM – 4:30PM VC Gonzales Center 424 E. Sarah DeWitt, Gonzales, TX

Spring 2012

Health Careers - Medical For information about these courses, please contact Marilyn Powell at (361) 572-6446 or marilyn.powell@victoriacollege.edu.

Professional Development Conferences Dental Conference - $60 DNTA 2000

The purpose of this conference is to improve the quality of dental health by increasing the knowledge and skills of dentists, dental hygienist, and dental assistants. Topics will include incorporation and utilization of ultrasonics and ergonomics in dental practice. This conference explores the advantages of ultrasonic versus hand instrumentation, navigates the maze of equipment selection, and presents state of the art techniques in the use of ultrasonics. Anatomical considerations are related to instrument design and tip modification along with clinical application. It also addresses reinforcement of standards of care designed to protect patients and incorporation of a preventive plan to manage risk factors and ergonomic challenges related to the practice of dentistry. 7 contact hours. VC Main Campus Feb 10 | 8:00AM â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4:00PM

School Nurse Conference - $60 RNSG 2002

The purpose of this conference is to improve the quality of school age student health by increasing the knowledge and skill of RNS and others related to issues associated with Type 2 Diabetes in children. Topics will include current information on the primary causes of child and adult obesity in the 21st century, the general medical approach to treatment of Type 2 Diabetes, components of the Texas Diabetes Council state plan for diabetes prevention and control and the role of the nurse as a change partner in the care of the student with Type 2 diabetes. 7 contact hours. VC Main Campus August 2012 For additional conference information or to register, contact Pam Price at 361-485-6830 or email her at pamela.price@victoriacollege.edu.

For additional conference information or to register, contact Pam Price at 361-485-6830 or email her at pamela.price@victoriacollege.edu.

Electronic Health Record Specialist As an Electronic Health Record Specialist you will assist healthcare providers to choose, implement, train and maintain an electronic heath records system. You will learn the essential components of the electronic health record and health information exchange essentials; system selection and implementation; project management and fundamentals of change and human factors. This course includes all materials and is offered online with live, weekly teleconferences. Cost $3,600 216 contact hours Classes starting monthly For more information or to register, call 707-307-5024 or email cblanco@bostonreed.com.

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Health Careers EMS VC offers training and recertification in a wide variety of emergency medical services.

Spring 2012

Health Careers - EMS For information about these courses, please contact Ricky De La Garza at (361) 582-2536 or ricky.delagarza@victoriacollege.edu.

Advanced Cardiac Life Support - $160 (plus $35.00 for textbook)

CPR Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers Recertification- $35 (plus $15.00 for textbook)

Prerequisites: Current BLS for Healthcare Provider card. This 16-hour course was developed by the American Heart Association and is based on the recommendations of the National Conference on Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Emergency Cardiac Care. The course is intended for physicians, nurses, paramedical personnel, respiratory therapists and other critical/emergency care professionals who have a need to understand the recommended treatments for critical cardiac patients prior to, during, and post arrest. The cognitive and psychomotor skills necessary for resuscitating the adult are taught through lectures, interactive sessions and skills stations. Participants successfully completing the course requirements will be issued a course completion card.

VC Main Campus Jan 21 Feb 11 Mar 10 April 14 May 12 June 2 July 7

EMSP 2035

VC Main Campus Feb 25 - 26 June 16 - 17 Classes are held Saturday and Sunday from 8:00PM – 5:00PM Allied Health Building, Room 101. Must register by Wednesday before class.

ACLS Recertification - $95 (plus $35.00 for textbook) EMSP 2036

Prerequisites: Current ACLS card. This 8-hour course includes lecture, discussion and skill stations designed to review and update knowledge and skills of the ACLS provider. Must register by Wednesday before class. VC Main Campus Feb 25 June 16 Classes are held Saturday from 8:00PM – 5:00PM Allied Health Building, Room 101. Must register by Wednesday before class.

EMSP 2055

Classes are held Saturday from 8:00PM – 5:00PM Allied Health Building, Room 112. Must register by Wednesday before class.

Pediatric Advanced Life Support - $160 (plus $35.00 for textbook) EMSP 1047

This 16-hour course gives healthcare professionals the knowledge and skills to better recognize and treat critically ill infants and children. The course uses a scenario-based, team approach to teach pediatric emergency management of pediatric patients approaching or already in respiratory or cardiac arrest. Topics include Recognition and treatment of infants and children at risk for cardio-pulmonary arrest, the systematic approach to pediatric assessment, effective respiratory management, defibrillation and synchronized administration, intraosseous access and fluid bolus administration and effective resuscitation team dynamics. VC Main Campus Mar 24 - 25 July 21 - 22 Classes are held Saturday and Sunday from 8:00PM – 5:00PM Allied Health Building, Room 101. Must register by Wednesday before class.

PALS Recertification - $95 (plus $35.00 for textbook) CPR Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers - $40 (plus $15.00 for textbook) EMSP 1019

This 8-hour course includes lecture, discussion and skills practice in recognition and management of infant, child, and adult patients experiencing airway obstruction, respiratory arrest and cardiac arrest. This course also demonstrates the use of the Automated External Defibrillator. Healthy living and a discussion of the risk factors for heart disease is included. Participants successfully completing the course requirements will be issued a course completion card.

EMSP 2036

Prerequisites: Current PALS card. This 8-hour course includes lecture, discussion and skill stations designed to review and update knowledge and skills of the PALS provider. VC Main Campus Mar 24 July 21 Class is held Saturday from 8:00PM – 5:00PM Allied Health Building, Room 101. Must register by Wednesday before class.

VC Main Campus Jan 21 Feb 11 Mar 10 April 14 May 12 June 2 July 7 Classes are held Saturday from 8:00PM – 5:00PM Allied Health Building, Room 112. Must register by Wednesday before class.

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Industrial Trades If you like working with your hands, are mechanically inclined, and enjoy designing and building things, consider a career in industrial trades.

Spring 2012

Industrial Trades For information about these courses, please contact the Workforce & Continuing Education Department at (361) 582-2528.

Core Skills for Construction Trades - $275

Electrical License Renewal - $75

Prerequisite: Basic reading and math skills. Core Skills for Construction Trades is common to all NCCER Training Programs and is required for NCCER Certification for all Level 1 courses. No prior experience necessary. An introduction to basic safety, construction math, hand tools, power tools, blueprints; basic rigging; communication skills; and basic employability skills. All course materials included. 32 contact hours.

This course includes the review of the latest edition of the National Electrical Code including notable Code revisions as well as electrical licensing requirements and state laws and rules that regulate the conduct of licensed electricians. This four-hour course is required to be completed every year prior to license renewal and may be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency. All course materials included. 4 contact hours.

VC Main Campus Jan 2 – Jan 12 Mon - Thur | 6:00PM – 10:00PM College Services & Training Building, Room 104B

VC Main Campus Feb 22 April 18 June 6

CNBT 1091

Calhoun County Center Jan 2 – Jan 30 Mon & Wed | 6:00PM – 10:00PM VC Calhoun County Center

ELPT 2000

All classes are held on Wednesday from 6:00PM to 10:00PM in the Continuing Education Center, Room 204.

EPA Technician Certification - $150 (plus textbook)* HART 1091

Electrical Level 1 - $600 ELPT 1019

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Core Skills for Construction Trades. This course provides an introduction to the electrical trade; introduction to electrical circuits, theory, and safety ; introduction to the National Electrical Code®; conductors and cable, device boxes, hand bending; residential electrical services. All course materials provided. 96 contact hours. VC Main Campus Jan 17 – Apr 5 Tues & Thurs | 6:00PM – 10:00PM College Services & Training Building, Room 104A

Electrical Level 2 - $600 ELPT 1020

Victoria College, in cooperation with the Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute, offers EPA Technician Certification courses. Enrolled participants will receive instruction in compliance with the Federal Clean Air Act, Section 608, and will take the EPA technician Certification Exam. Certification cards will be issued from ARI to individuals who pass the exam. Exam fees are included in tuition. *Textbooks are required for this course and should be purchased in the VC Bookstore. Students are expected to read and study the entire textbook before attending class. All participants are required to bring photo identification for testing. Participants who are seeking certifications for additional EPA types should bring a photocopy of their current EPA Certification card. All course materials provided. 10 contact hours. VC Main Campus Feb 23 – Feb 24 Mar 22 - Mar 23 Thurs | 1:00PM – 5:00PM Friday | 8:00AM – 3:00PM College Services & Training Building, Room 104B

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Electrical 1. This course is a study in alternating current; motors theory and application; circuit breakers and fuses; conductor installations, terminations and splices; conduit bending; grounding and bonding; pull and junction boxes. All course materials included. 96 contact hours.

Apr 19 – Apr 20 Thurs | 1:00PM – 5:00PM Friday | 8:00AM – 3:00PM College Services & Training Building, Room 104B

VC Main Campus Jan 18 – Apr 9 Jan 23 – Apr 11 Mon & Wed | 6:00PM – 10:00PM College Services & Training Building, Room 104A

Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Level 1 - $600

Calhoun County Center Feb 7 - June 26 Mon & Wed Tues & Thurs | 7:30PM – 10:00PM VC Calhoun County Center, Room 18

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Core Skills for Construction Trades. This introductory course covers heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) principles. Topics include introduction to cooling and heating; basic electricity; air distributing systems; copper and plastic piping practices; soldering and brazing; trade mathematics; ferrous metal piping practices. All course materials provided. 96 contact hours.

HART 1038

VC Main Campus Jan 17 – Apr 5 Jan 31 – Apr 19 Tues & Thurs | 6:00PM – 10:00PM College Services & Training Building, Room 104B

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Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Level 2 - $600 HART 1005

Prerequisite: Successful completion of HVAC Level 1. This is an intermediate HVAC course. Topics include basic installation and maintenance practices; basic electronics; introduction troubleshooting control circuit, and gas heating and cooling; commercial airside systems chimneys, vents, and flues; air quality equipment; leak detection, evacuation, recovery, and charging; fiberglass and flexible duct systems. All course materials provided. 96 contact hours. VC Main Campus Jan 16– Apr 9 Jan 18– Apr 11 Mon & Wed | 6:00PM – 10:00PM College Services & Training Building, Room 104B

Pipefitting Level 2 - $650 PFPB 1043

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Pipefitting 1. This intermediate course provides study in piping systems; drawings and detail sheets; identifying and installing valves; pipefitting trade math; threaded pipe fabrication; socket weld pipe fabrication; butt weld pipe fabrication; excavations; underground pipe installation. All course materials provided. 96 contact hours. Calhoun County Center Feb 6 – June 4 Mon & Wed | 6:00PM – 9:00PM VC Wilkins Industrial Training Center

Welding Level 1 - $950 WLDG 1007

R410-A Safety Training - $75 HART 1091

New equipment that uses R-410A will require service personnel to shift to different tools and fundamentals when installing, changing out (retrofitting) older split A/C systems, and repairing systems in the field. The Universal R-410A Safety Training and Certification program provides the necessary training and practical knowledge to safely perform service on systems containing R-410A as well as R-407C and other azeotropic blends. This program also includes information on: the R-22 phase-out, appropriate refrigerant and oil applications, service techniques, as well as safe handling of R-410A. All course materials provided. 4 contact hours. VC Main Campus Mar 7 May 23 All classes are held on Wednesday from 6:00PM to 10:00PM in the Continuing Education Center, Room 204.

Millwright Level 1 - $875 MCHN 1025

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Core Skills for Construction Trades. This course provides an introductory study of millwright; orientation to the trade; millwright hand tools; fasteners and anchors; Gaskets and O-Rings; basic layout; Oxyfuel Cutting. All course materials provided. 96 contact hours. Calhoun County Center Feb 7 - May 31 Tues & Thurs | 6:00PM – 9:00PM VC Wilkins Industrial Training Center

Spring 2012

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Core Skills for Construction Trades. This course provides an introductory study of basic welding processes. Students will demonstrate machine setup and complete welds and cutting operations; basic shop safety; identification of types of electrodes used in welding process; identifying various welding and cutting standards; Oxy-Fuel Welding (OFW) and cutting; Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW); Metal Arc Welding (GMAW); Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW). All course materials provided. 144 contact hours. Calhoun County Center Feb 1 - June 13 Mon & Wed | 6:00PM – 10:00PM Calhoun High School Welding Lab

Welding Level 2 - $1,250 WLDG 2013

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Welding 1. This course is an intermediate study of welding. Students will perform air carbon arc washing and gouging activities; explain plasma arc cutting equipment and safe work area; demonstrate setup and use GMAW, FCAW and GTAW equipment; reading details drawings; welding symbols; stainless steel grove and pipe welds; air carbon arc cutting; Plasma Arc Cutting (PAC); Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW); Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW); Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW). All course materials provided. 144 contact hours. Calhoun County Center Feb 2 - June 12 Tues & Thurs | 6:00PM – 10:00PM Calhoun High School Welding Lab

Customized Training Let us help you build a better business. Victoria College is your partner for innovative learning solutions for you and your business. We can provide the highest quality, customized training to meet the needs of the changing workforce. Our customized training services are designed to respond to your organizationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s development needs quickly and affordably. We have programs tailored to the needs of your employees at all levels and backgrounds.

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Languages Knowledge of a foreign language can be useful in a wide range of careers including translating, interpreting and language teaching and language skills. If you have an ear for languages your skills could land you a sought-after career in law, finance or information technology.

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Languages For information about these courses, please contact the Workforce & Continuing Education Department at (361) 582-2528.

Braille, Beginning - $130 (Online)

Italian, Instant - $130 (Online)

Begin your path toward a rewarding career as a Braille transcriber by learning to write and read the tactual language of the blind. You’ll learn the history of Braille, and different ways of producing the Braille English alphabet, Braille numbers, Braille punctuation, and more. This course will prepare you well for participating in the vigorous and challenging Braille transcribing course offered by the Library of Congress. 24 contact hours.

This dynamic course will teach you how to express yourself comfortably in Italian. You’ll learn practical, everyday words and phrases that will make your stay in Italy more enjoyable. You’ll read, hear, and practice dialogues based on typical situations that you’re likely to encounter while staying in Italy. The dialogues and follow-up exercises of each lesson will teach you to communicate in Italian in a wide variety of settings. You’ll be surprised by how quickly and easily you can learn many useful expressions in Italian! 24 contact hours.

BRLE CE01

Online Course - New classes begin monthly Jan 18 – Mar 19 Feb 15 – Apr 16 Mar 21 – May 21 Apr 18 – June 18 May 16 – July 16

Enhancing Language Development in Childhood - $130 (Online)

ITAL CE01

Online Course - New classes begin monthly Jan 18 – Mar 19 Feb 15 – Apr 16 Mar 21 – May 21 Apr 18 – June 18 May 16 – July 16

CHID CE01

Japanese, Conversational - $130 (Online)

Follow your child’s lead and have fun while enhancing language development! In this fun and user-friendly course for parents, teachers, and caregivers, you will discover how children learn to process language and how they become proficient speakers and thinkers. This course will help you enrich your child’s life by stimulating his or her continued speech, brain, and language development in an enjoyable, age-appropriate, and natural way. 24 contact hours.

Whether you want to learn conversational Japanese for travel or just for fun, you’ll find this course makes it easy and enjoyable for beginners to master the essentials of the Japanese language. Guided by a native Japanese instructor, you’ll also gain cultural knowledge only an insider has. 24 contact hours.

Online Course - New classes begin monthly Jan 18 – Mar 19 Feb 15 – Apr 16 Mar 21 – May 21 Apr 18 – June 18 May 16 – July 16

JAPA CE01

Online Course - New classes begin monthly Jan 18 – Mar 19 Feb 15 – Apr 16 Mar 21 – May 21 Apr 18 – June 18 May 16 – July 16

Sign Language, Conversational - $129 French, Beginning Conversational - $130 (Online) FREN CE01

This course will teach you how to communicate easily and comfortably with those who speak French. You’ll learn practical, common phrases that will make your trip to the many French-speaking regions of the world more pleasant. You’ll learn dialogue specific to various settings, and you’ll be surprised how easy it can be to speak another language! Each lesson introduces a scenario, presented in short dialogues. You’ll be able to practice and learn both sides of the conversation, so you’ll easily understand and expect common responses. Every lesson also has cultural tips, which will make you more comfortable in a foreign setting. This course makes learning French fun and surprisingly easy. You’ll be pleased with your quick progress, and you’ll be prepared for your next trip! 24 contact hours.

SIGN CE01

This course will teach you to finger spell basic personal information; communicate basic personal information in sign; demonstrate conversational courtesies, basic expressive and receptive vocabulary skills; and use simple grammatical patterns. This course also provides basic functional communication skills with members of the deaf community. Students will learn over 3500 different signs and how to sign complete sentences. Students will have real interaction with the deaf. All course material provided. 18 contact hours. VC Main Campus Feb 21 - Apr 24 Tues | 6:00PM – 8:00PM Continuing Education Center, Room 203

Online Course - New classes begin monthly Jan 18 – Mar 19 Feb 15 – Apr 16 Mar 21 – May 21 Apr 18 – June 18 May 16 – July 16

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Languages Health Careers - EMS For information about these courses, please contact the Workforce & Continuing Education Department at (361) 582-2528.

Sign Language for the Workplace - $129

Spanish for Law Enforcement - $130 (Online)

With more and more Spanish-speaking people living in the United States every year, learning the Spanish language is becoming ever more important—especially in the field of law enforcement, where clear and quick communication is crucial. Mastering basic Spanish will give you more power to handle situations involving Spanish-speaking victims, witnesses, or criminals. It’s a smart career move as well, because adding Spanish skills to your résumé can open the door to new job opportunities. By the end of this course, you’ll be well on your way to being a Spanish speaker and communicating more effectively with the Spanish speakers all around you. 24 contact hours

SIGN CE01

VC Main Campus Feb 21 - Apr 24 Tue | 6:00PM – 8:00PM Continuing Education Center, Room 203

Spanish, Conversational - $149 SPAN CE01

This course is designed as a survival guide for English speakers is who want an easy and quick way to learn limited amounts of everyday Spanish. It assumes no prior knowledge of Spanish. Course topics include how to say practical, common phrases and questions in Spanish; how to comprehend many basic and common expressions and phrases; and study of the Latino culture. All course materials provided. 20 contact hours. VC Main Campus Feb 20 - Mar 21 Mon & Wed | 6:00PM – 8:30PM Continuing Education Center, Room 203

Spanish for the Healthcare Providers - $130

SPAN CE01

Online Course - New classes begin monthly Jan 18 – Mar 19 Feb 15 – Apr 16 Mar 21 – May 21 Apr 18 – June 18 May 16 – July 16

Spanish for Medical Professionals - $130 (Online) SPAN CE01

With increasing numbers of Spanish-speaking patients entering the healthcare system every year, it’s more crucial than ever for health professionals to learn medical Spanish. What’s more, adding Spanish skills to your résumé can broaden your career horizons. But you’re a busy person, and you don’t have time to waste—so this course skips the “touristy” topics and focuses on the survival Spanish medical personnel really need to know in a medical setting. 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly Mar 21 – May 21

SPAN 1001

Effective communication with non-English fluent Hispanic patients is often a difficult task, but is essential in order to provide quality healthcare. The health care professional must not only provide important information but must be able to receive and document information. This course will teach the Health Care professional ways to communicate in Spanish with non-English fluent Hispanic patients. Spanish for HealthCare Providers is designed for the special workplace and communication needs of all HealthCare professionals who interact with non-English fluent Hispanic patients. 24 contact hours. Gonzales Center Feb 4 – Feb 25 Sat | 9:00AM – 1:00PM VC Gonzales Center, Room 105

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Spanish, Speed - $130 (Online) SPAN CE01

Imagine yourself speaking, reading and writing Spanish. Now you can with Speed Spanish! This course is designed for anyone who wants to learn Spanish pronto. You’ll learn six easy recipes for gluing Spanish words together to form sentences. In no time at all, you’ll be able to go into any Spanish speaking situation and converse in Spanish. ¡Qué Bueno!. 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly Jan 18 – Mar 19 Feb 15 – Apr 16 Mar 21 – May 21 Apr 18 – June 18 May 16 – July 16

Languages For information about these courses, please contact the Workforce & Continuing Education Department at (361) 582-2528.

Spanish, Workplace - $149 FRNL 1001

This course will familiarize the English-speaking individual with the work-specific language sections. Workplace also contains the following appendices: Spanish Alphabet; Hispanic Names; Dates; Money Issues; Telling Time; Colors; Uniform Vocabulary; Office and Areas of the Workplace and Signs. Topics include etiquette and social courtesies; employment issues-hiring and dismissal; work rules and regulations/safety issues; command & control for site Supervisor; general ESTO commands. All course material provided. 20 contact hours. VC Main Campus Apr 16 – May 9 Mon & Wed | 6:00PM – 8:30PM Continuing Education Center, Room 203 Gonzales Center Jan 30 – Apr 9 Mon & Wed | 6:00PM – 8:00PM VC Gonzales Center

Part-time Instructor Wanted Are you an expert in a particular subject and want to teach? We are always looking for qualified individuals who have teaching ability and are interested in sharing their expertise with others. Send your resume to: sherri.pall@victoriacollege.edu A member of our team will contact you if there is a match between our needs and your qualifications.

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Law Enforcement If you possess a strong sense of duty and are not afraid to be in dangerous situations, consider a career in public service.

Spring 2012

Law Enforcement For more information regarding the Police Academy please contact Janice Vargas at 361-572-6426 or email janice.vargas@victoriacollege.edu. All law enforcement training sessions have limited enrollment and are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Registration deadlines have been set so that the needed supplies/books can be purchased prior to the training. To request an application call 361-572-6426, email janice. vargas@victoriacollege.edu, fax 361-572-6402, or visit the academy office located in the Allied Health Building, Suite 100, 2200 E. Red River, Victoria, TX 77901. Registration information is available at www.victoriacollege.edu/trainingscheduleregistration. Each class must have a minimum of 10 students registered, or the class will be canceled. Therefore, it is extremely important that we receive your registration by the deadline and that you attend on the date(s) for which you registered.

Police Academy (Day) - $2,200 CJLE 1006 Students learn the 30 topics essential to todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s modern police officer. These topics will be covered through extensive classroom lectures and hands-on experiences. Some of the exciting topics explored in classroom instruction include: History of Policing; Ethics; U.S. and Texas Constitution and Bill of Rights; Criminal Justice System; Code of Criminal Procedure, Arrest, Search and Seizure; Penal Code; Traffic; Texas Alcohol Beverage Code; and many others. All students in the Academy will also participate in driving exercises designed to improve pursuit skills, firing range shooting drills, search and seizure activities and intense physical fitness training. Tuition includes books, supplies, and uniforms. 652 contact hours. Registration deadline is January 12. VC Main Campus Jan 17 - May 24 Mon - Fri | 8:00AM - 5:00PM (Some Saturday & Sunday required) Allied Health Building, Room 122

Police Academy (Night) - $2,200 CJLE 1006 Students learn the 30 topics essential to todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s modern police officer. These topics will be covered through extensive classroom lectures and hands-on experiences. Some of the exciting topics explored in classroom instruction include: History of Policing; Ethics; U.S. and Texas Constitution and Bill of Rights; Criminal Justice System; Code of Criminal Procedure, Arrest, Search and Seizure; Penal Code; Traffic; Texas Alcohol Beverage Code; and many others. All students in the Academy will also participate in driving exercises designed to improve pursuit skills, firing range shooting drills, search and seizure activities and intense physical fitness training. Tuition includes books, supplies, and uniforms. 652 contact hours. VC Main Campus Available in the fall semester

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Personal Enrichment Personal enrichment courses offer a range of topics ideal for anyone looking to enhance their knowledge and abilities and get more out of life. Whether youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re looking to take up a new hobby, get your household affairs in order or improve your health and wellness, personal enrichment courses will help you attain your goals.

Spring 2012

Personal Enrichment For information about these courses, please contact the Workforce & Continuing Education Department at (361) 582-2528.

Assisting Aging Parents - $130 (Online)

Digital Photography - $75

Are your parents in their golden years? Learning how to help parents or other loved ones through their transition can prepare us for our own. This compassionate and comprehensive class will give you the tools, techniques, and insights for this passage. Growing older is a part of life. Some aspects are joyful, some bittersweet, some frustrating, some frightening. You will learn what to expect, what to watch for, how to deal with physical and emotional challenges, and where to find resources to help. You’ll understand the impact of retirement, learn how to choose a nursing home, and be prepared to deal with death. You’ll learn about financial and legal considerations, health issues, and family interpersonal relationships. You’ll be introduced to special communication skills, observation methods, and coping mechanisms to ease the burden for everyone involved. You’ll learn to handle most of the challenges you will face while coming to appreciate and cherish the privilege of the journey. 24 contact hours.

Explore the world of digital photography! This course provides an introduction to the fascinating technology that has revolutionized the way we capture memories. This class will cover the basics of digital photography, equipment, software and personal applications. You will learn what you need, what you can do and what fun you can have! This class will provide an introduction to new opportunities that will change your opinion on the art of digital photography. All students must have their own digital camera and a basic understanding on how the camera works. 8 contact hours

ASST CE01

Online Course - New classes begin monthly Jan 18 – Mar 19 Feb 15 – Apr 16 Mar 21 – May 21 Apr 18 – June 18 May 16 – July 16

Arts & Crafts Business, Start Your Own - $130 (Online) BEAD CE01

DGPH CE01

VC Main Campus Jan 16 – Jan 26 Mon & Thurs | 6:30PM – 8:30PM Continuing Education Center, Room 208 Apr 10 – Apr 19 Tues & Thurs | 6:30PM – 8:30PM Continuing Education Center, Room 204 Gonzales Center - Intermediate Feb 7 – Feb 16 Tues & Thurs | 6:00PM – 8:30PM VC Gonzales Center, Room 105

Digital Photography, Discover - $130 (Online) PHOT CE01

If you have an art or a craft and you dream about starting your own home-based or small business, this is the course for you! Learn how to start your own arts and crafts business from a professional artist. Discover how to create a niche in your chosen craft, price your work effectively, find the best craft shows, and market your product to a worldwide Internet customer base. 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly Jan 18 – Mar 19 Feb 15 – Apr 16 Mar 21 – May 21 Apr 18 – June 18 May 16 – July 16

Adolescents, Understanding - $130 (Online) TEEN CE01

Join us and explore the world of digital photography! This course provides an introduction to the fascinating technology that catapulted the photographic world into the 21st century. We’ll discuss the basics of digital photography, equipment, software, the digital darkroom, printing, Internet and e-mail use, along with commercial and personal applications. You’ll learn what you need, what you can do, and what fun you can have. Whether you’re new to photography or a longtime professional making the change to the digital world, this class will provide an introduction to new opportunities. 24 contact hours. Online Course - New classes begin monthly Jan 18 – Mar 19 Feb 15 – Apr 16 Mar 21 – May 21 Apr 18 – June 18 May 16 – July 16

To know your kids is to love them. In this course, an experienced social worker will help you gain a deep understanding and appreciation of your adolescent’s development and behavior. You’ll uncover the secrets of the adolescent mind and gain valuable information on how they think, how they feel, how their identities develop, and what steps you can take to ensure that you are well prepared to meet the needs of the teens in your life. 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly JJan 18 – Mar 19 Feb 15 – Apr 16 Mar 21 – May 21 Apr 18 – June 18 May 16 – July 16

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Personal Enrichment Health Careers - EMS For information about these courses, please contact the Workforce & Continuing Education Department at (361) 582-2528.

Ebay, Learn to Buy & Sell on - $130 (Online)

Financial Independence, Planning for - $59

Online auctions match buyers with sellers in a global marketplace for almost any item. If you’ve ever dreamed of working from home or just earning extra income by buying and selling goods online, our experienced instructors will guide you every step of the way. If you’re a buyer, you’ll learn how to value almost any item up for auction, how to get the best possible price, how to protect yourself against fraud, and how to compete effectively against other bidders. 24 contact hours.

Everyone can benefit from this education whether they are multi-millionaires or just getting started. Whether you are young or old, working or retired; if you want to become financially independent or just keep what you have worked so hard for; if you want to receive a decent income from your portfolio, this class is for you. The system has changed and evolved, unfortunately the delivery system for those who work in the industry has not. Find out how it is changing and how to make it work for you for a change. 7.5 contact hours.

EBAY CE01

Online Course - New classes begin monthly Jan 18 – Mar 19 Feb 15 – Apr 16 Mar 21 – May 21 Apr 18 – June 18 May 16 – July 16

Facebook 101 for Adults - $50

FNCL CE01

VC Main Campus Feb 7 – Feb 21 Tues | 6:30PM – 9:00PM Continuing Education Center, Room 203 July 9 – July 23 Feb 9 – Feb 23 Thurs | 6:30PM – 9:00PM Continuing Education Center, Room 203

FACE CE01

Parents and grandparents, aunt and uncles, anyone who wants to learn the basics of Facebook, this class is for you. You can catch up with your kids and maybe connect up with old friends! We’ll set up your Facebook account and talk about what to put on your profile. You’ll learn how to post your status, share photos, chat, send messages, connect with friends, and schedule events. Learn about how to protect your (and your child’s) privacy on Facebook. Learn about netiquette and what those abbreviations mean (IKR). This class will help you to have a better understanding of what Facebook is and how to use it to benefit yourself and your family. 9 contact hours. VC Main Campus Mar 20 – Mar 27 Tues & Thurs | 5:30PM – 8:30PM Continuing Education Center, Room 204

Floral Design: Create A Beautiful Centerpiece! - $60 FLWR CE01

Learn to work with flowers and how to use, tape, wire, and other tools to create a beautiful arrangement. This course will teach you the principles of floral design. Students will be provided a supply list at the first class meeting. Under the guidance of the course instructor, students will use the supplies they have purchased create a centerpiece to match their personal color scheme. At the conclusion of the course, students will leave with both the arrangement they have created, and the skills to continue to create beautiful floral arrangements. 4 contact hours Gonzales Center Apr 10 – Apr 19 Tues & Thurs | 6:00PM – 8:00PM VC Gonzales Center, Room 105

Finance, Personal - $130 (Online) FNCL CE01

This course will prepare you for a lifetime of worthwhile personal financial planning. The tools you will learn are useful, realistic, and easy to work into your regular routine. They will help you gain control over the financial impact of the choices you make. You’ll learn to create and use a budget, borrow and invest wisely, make intelligent decisions about insurance, and plan for your financial future. You’ll develop a retirement savings plan, and you’ll be better prepared to make large purchases and plan for taxes. You’ll learn the essentials of household bookkeeping, record-keeping requirements, and more. 24 contact hours. Online Course - New classes begin monthly Jan 18 – Mar 19 Feb 15 – Apr 16 Mar 21 – May 21 Apr 18 – June 18 May 16 – July 16

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Genealogy Basics - $130 (Online) GENE CE01

Who will you discover? What new branch of your family will you find? If you’re a newcomer or an amateur genealogist, this course will help guide you to the most useful Web sites where you can search for family names. Tracing your family’s history is a fascinating journey, as you’ll see through hands-on examples that help you dig deeper into your family’s past. The course explains in simple terms where to look, who to contact, and how to make your family history come alive. 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly Jan 18 – Mar 19 Feb 15 – Apr 16 Mar 21 – May 21 Apr 18 – June 18 May 16 – July 16

Personal Enrichment For information about these courses, please contact the Workforce & Continuing Education Department at (361) 582-2528.

GMAT Preparation - $130 (Online)

Journaling, Introduction to - $130 (Online)

Applying to graduate business and management schools usually means taking the GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test). Our GMAT Preparation Course is a must. Taking this course will provide you with test-taking techniques and methods for improving your score and saving time on all GMAT question types. You’ll review the more familiar questions and learn how to approach question types that may be new to you, like critical reasoning and data sufficiency. 24 contact hours

This insightful course will help you discover an exciting new way to express yourself and enhance your creativity. You’ll learn to use powerful journaling techniques to develop a deeper and more spiritual understanding of yourself and explore your thoughts, feelings, beliefs, and values. You’ll also discover how to use journaling to ease the stress of unwanted change, improve your physical and emotional health, and achieve a greater level of professional success. 24 contact hours

Online Course - New classes begin monthly Jan 18 – Mar 19 Feb 15 – Apr 16 Mar 21 – May 21 Apr 18 – June 18 May 16 – July 16

Homeschool With Success - $130 (Online)

Landscape Design, Basics of - $75

Discover what you need to know to homeschool your children successfully. You’ll find out how to research legal requirements, choose the best curriculum, organize your school day, provide great socialization opportunities, and make the most of raising your children. When you finish this course, you’ll have lots of information and guidance to plot your homeschooling course for years to come! 24 contact hours

Interested in creating a beautiful outdoor landscape at your home or business? This course is designed for persons interested in designing the landscape of their dreams or updating an existing design. Discover the process of landscape design; soil preparation, design basics, choosing the correct plants, and maintenance. This course will give you the tools and confidence you need to plan a creative, beautiful or functional landscape. Site analysis, basic design principles, drawing and layout, suggested plants and more in this informative class. 8 contact hours

GMAT CE01

EDCA CE01

Online Course - New classes begin monthly Jan 18 – Mar 19 Feb 15 – Apr 16 Mar 21 – May 21 Apr 18 – June 18 May 16 – July 16

Interior Design, Introduction to - $130 (Online) DSGN CE01

JRNL CE01

LNSP CE01

Gonzales Center Jan 17 – Feb 26 Tues & Thurs | 6:00PM – 8:00PM VC Gonzales Center

Meals, Luscious, Low-Fat Lightning Quick - $130 (Online) COOK CE02

Are you a creative person with an eye for design? If so, this course will show you how to transform plain living spaces into beautiful and functional rooms. You’ll delve into color theory, interior design styles and trends, spatial arrangements, floor plans, “green” design, and other basics. In addition, you’ll explore a range of interior design careers and get insider tips for entering this exciting and challenging field. As you master design skills step-by-step, you’ll complete your first project: a fully developed room design complete with spatial layout, lighting, and finish selections. Your new knowledge and hands-on practice will give you the confidence you need to start creating beautiful residential interiors for yourself and others. 24 contact hours

Do you want to save money and prepare home-cooked meals that are fast, easy and so delicious your family won’t even realize they’re healthy? If so, then this is the cooking class for you! Find out just how simple it can be to prepare meals that are both nutritious and delicious. You’ll discover dozens of easy ways to make lowered-fat food taste terrific. You’ll learn a dietitian’s trade secrets for getting in and out of the kitchen quicker, and explore her tricks of the trade for encouraging reluctant family members to eat more healthfully. Get ready to discover over 50 exciting and easy lowered-fat recipes for tasty entrees, side dishes, desserts, and garnishes! 24 contact hours

Online Course - New classes begin monthly Jan 18 – Mar 19 Feb 15 – Apr 16 Mar 21 – May 21 Apr 18 – June 18 May 16 – July 16

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Personal Enrichment Health Careers - EMS For information about these courses, please contact the Workforce & Continuing Education Department at (361) 582-2528.

Money, Credit and Identity, Protect Your - $130 (Online)

Natural Health & Healing, Introduction to - $130 (Online)

Do you worry about criminals stealing your identity or scammers cheating you out of your money? Are you feeling threatened by abusive debt collectors or predatory lenders? If so, this course offers you the help you need. You’ll learn how to prevent identity theft and protect yourself against credit card fraud, Internet scams, and real estate “dirty tricks.” And that’s not all! Your course instructor—a former Assistant District Attorney—will show you how to avoid pitfalls when you’re doing anything from buying a used car to selecting a credit card or considering a service contract. You’ll also see how to obtain your credit score and discover the right way to clean up your credit history. In addition, you’ll find out how to slow down (or even stop) foreclosure proceedings. And if you’re getting harassing calls from debt collectors, this course will bring you up to speed on the federal and state laws that can give you peace of mind. By the time you finish these lessons, you’ll have the facts you need to avoid scams and rip-offs, and you’ll know how to make debt collectors and credit card companies play by the rules. 24 contact hours

Would you like to learn more about natural health but don’t know where to start? If so, then this is the course for you! We’ll discuss the various stages of health and illness, and you’ll discover that true health means wholeness of the mind, body, and spirit. We’ll also explore naturopathy, which seeks ways for the body to heal itself. You’ll find out about proper breathing techniques that enhance heath, and you’ll learn the value of hydrotherapy, diet, biorhythms, and fasting. We’ll also examine using the power of the mind for healing the body--discussing brain function tests, visualization, and relaxation therapies. 24 contact hours

FNCL CE01

Online Course - New classes begin monthly Jan 18 – Mar 19 Feb 15 – Apr 16 Mar 21 – May 21 Apr 18 – June 18 May 16 – July 16

Money Management, Keys to Successful - $130 (Online) DEBT CE01

If you’re interested in discovering how most wealthy people amassed their fortunes, this is the course for you. Contrary to popular opinion, most people don’t achieve true wealth through luck or an accident of fate. Just about anybody can build wealth. All it takes is organization, discipline, and a firm knowledge of how to proceed. If you’re serious about accumulating a sizable nest egg and living the life of your dreams, this course will supply you with the knowledge and skills you’ll need to succeed. 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly Jan 18 – Mar 19 Feb 15 – Apr 16 Mar 21 – May 21 Apr 18 – June 18 May 16 – July 16

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HLTH CE01

Online Course - New classes begin monthly Jan 18 – Mar 19 Feb 15 – Apr 16 Mar 21 – May 21 Apr 18 – June 18 May 16 – July 16

Quilting for Beginners - $40 QULT CE01

If you ever wanted to learn how to quilt – here’s your chance! In this class students will be introduced to the art of quilting. Students will learn the basic tools required to make a quilt; how to choose of fabrics; how to piece simple blocks and assemble the blocks into simple patterns; how to apply accent strips and borders; how to assemble your entire quilt (top, batting and backing); and techniques for quilting and binding. The first class meeting will include an introduction to quilting. At the end of the class you will leave with your first quilted table topper. 12 contact hours Note: A kit containing all needed supplies will need to be purchased separately. Information will be given at the first class meeting. Sewing machine will be helpful but not required. VC Main Campus Feb 4 – Feb 26 Sat | 1:30PM – 5:30PM Continuing Education Center, Room 203

Personal Enrichment For information about these courses, please contact the Workforce & Continuing Education Department at (361) 582-2528.

Tour Tutankhamun: The Golden King and the Great Pharaohs at The Museum of Fine Arts Houston $65 per person-museum members $75 per person-non-members TOUR CE01

Jan 26 Register at the Museum of the Coastal Bend by Friday, December 16, 2011. 10.5 contact hours Meals not included. MCB reserves the right to cancel the tour if minimum participation requirements are not met. Refunds of registration fees will not be made after 12/16/11 unless the tour is cancelled by MCB. Itinerary 8:00 am Depart MCB via chartered bus 9:30 am Morning Snack/Restroom Break at Buc-ee’s 11:00 am Arrive MFAH; tour permanent exhibits; lunch on your own at Café Express at MFAH 1:30 pm Tour of Tutankhamun exhibit; audio wand included 4:30 pm Depart MFAH 6:00 pm Evening Snack/Restroom Break at Prasek’s 7:30 pm Arrive MCB

Writer’s Workshop, Beginning - $130 (Online) WRTG CE01

If you’ve dreamed of writing creatively, this course is a great place to start. Get a taste of the writing life, improve your writing skills, and discover new ways to stretch your creative muscles. This isn’t school as you know it. It’s an in-depth writing experience filled with challenging hands-on exercises, expert advice, and plenty of direct support and encouragement. 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly Jan 18 – Mar 19 Feb 15 – Apr 16 Mar 21 – May 21 Apr 18 – June 18 May 16 – July 16

Veterinary Assistant, Become a - $130 (Online) VETA CE01

This course, taught by a practicing veterinarian and college instructor, will give you the information you need to prepare for work in veterinary hospitals. You’ll learn about pet nutrition and a variety of health and safety issues. You’ll understand how to treat and prevent parasites, including roundworms and heartworms. You’ll even learn the facts of life, as it pertains to dogs and cats. 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly Jan 18 – Mar 19 Feb 15 – Apr 16 Mar 21 – May 21 Apr 18 – June 18 May 16 – July 16

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Real Estate VC offers the very best real estate licensing programs, real estate exam preparation and real estate continuing education courses. With a variety of formats from classroom to online, we make it quick and convenient for you to complete your required education.

Spring 2012

Real Estate For information about these courses, please contact the Workforce & Continuing Education Department at (361) 582-2528.

Victoria College is partnering with Career WebSchool to offer online real estate, appraisal and mortgage courses. To be eligible to apply for real estate Salesperson License, an individual must be a citizen of the United States or a lawfully admitted alien, eighteen (18) years of age or older and a legal resident of Texas. In addition, an individual must furnish the Commission satisfactory evidence of successfully completing the following education: Texas Principles of Real Estate course [60 classroom hours], Texas Law of Agency core real estate course (30 classroom hours), Texas Law of Contracts core real estate course (30 classroom hours) and an additional three (90 classroom hours) in related courses acceptable to the Texas Real Estate Commission.

Real Estate Marketing - $149

Texas Principles of Real Estate - $279

RELE CE02

RELE CE01

This single course meets the 60-hour Principles (I & II) of Real Estate core course requirement. The course covers property ownership, property transfer, real estate licensing, finance, math, fair housing, and other required topics. 60 contact hours. Online Course Classes begin immediately upon registration.

Real Estate Appraisal - $149 RELE CE03

This course covers the principles and practices of real estate appraisal and will satisfy 30 hours of the additional core real estate course requirement necessary for licensure. Topics covered in this course: general data analysis, residential real estate markets, neighborhood analysis, site description and analysis, highest and best use, specific data analysis, improvement analysis, principles of value, gross rent multiplier, and special appraisal techniques. This course also covers the three approaches to value--sales comparison (or market data), cost, and income--along with case studies and practice exercises pertaining to each approach. 30 contact hours. Online Course Classes begin immediately upon registration.

Real Estate Finance - $149 RELE CE05

This course focuses on the set of concepts and techniques used to analyze and finance income-producing real property and will satisfy 30 hours of the additional core real estate course requirement necessary for licensure. Topics covered in this course: financing instruments and creative financing techniques; in-depth mortgage payment patterns and concepts, economic characteristics and standards, and financing of single and income-producing properties; sources and availability of mortgage money and credit and the impact of various factors on the mortgage market; and special government activities having an impact on real estate financing. 30 contact hours. Online Course Classes begin immediately upon registration.

Real Estate Investment - $149

RELE CE07

This course teaches students the fundamentals of real estate marketing. The course covers the psychology of marketing, listing procedures, advertising, the Deceptive Trade Practices-Consumer Protection Act, and negotiating and closing. 30 contact hours. Online Course Classes begin immediately upon registration.

Texas Law of Agency - $149 This course meets the 30-hour Law of Agency core course requirement. This course covers an overview of agency concepts, agreements with buyers and sellers, fiduciary duties, intermediaries, agency termination, employment issues and other required topics. 30 contact hours. Online Course Classes begin immediately upon registration.

Texas Law of Contracts - $149 RELE CE04

This course meets the 30-hour Law of Contracts core course requirement. This course covers contract law and reviews in detail how to create a contract, contract forms, breaches, provisions and other required topics. 30 contact hours. Online Course Classes begin immediately upon registration.

MathMaster - $89 RELE CE08

Conquer that fear you have always had of real estate math. Math Master provides you with clear and concise explanations. These math tips will also be helpful in your career in real estate. Master real estate mathematics with ease. 0 contact hours. Online Course Classes begin immediately upon registration.

National Real Estate Exam Prep: The SMART Guide to Passing - $89 RELE CE09

This exam preparation program was prepared after a careful analysis of all of the testing formats that a real estate applicant may encounter. The program is composed of the ten topics found on all of the testing service exams and many state exams. The program also includes two 100-question practice exams: one salesperson practice exam and one broker practice exam. There are a total of 1,000 questions in this exam prep program. 0 contact hours. Online Course Classes begin immediately upon registration.

RELE CE06

This course covers real estate investments characteristics, techniques of investment analysis, time-valued money, discounted and non-discounted investment criteria, leverage, tax shelters, depreciation, and applications to property tax. This course emphasis on Financing, evaluation, and management of real estate investment. 30 contact hours. Online Course Classes begin immediately upon registration.

Please note: Students can register for classes using various package options or as individual classes. For information regarding the purchase, policies, exams, refunds, extensions, etc., contact the Career WebSchool at 800-532-7649.

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Transportation If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re looking for great pay and the chance to travel the country, then trucking driving may be the perfect career for you. A career as a professional truck driver opens the door to a lifetime of job opportunities.

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Transportation For information about these courses, please contact the Workforce & Continuing Education Department at (361) 582-2528.

Truck Driving - $3,750 (Texas Specific) CVOP 1001

The Commercial Truck Driving course prepares persons for entry level employment in the industry. This course provides classroom instruction with emphasis on safety, rules, regulations and techniques. Behind-the-wheel driving range activities, public, street and highway driving are also included. Opportunities are available for students to meet with recruiters from the trucking industry. Students will take the Commercial Drivers License written and driving examinations at the Department of Public Safety as a class activity. Students must pass DOT physical, drug, and alcohol assessment prior to registration. All materials included; up to $60.00 reimbursement provided for permits. 286 contact hours. This course is offered at the VC Main Campus and VC Gonzales Center. VC Main Campus Feb 13 Mon - Fri | 6:00PM – 10:00PM Some Saturday’s required Gonzales Center Jan 9 Mon - Thurs | 8:00AM – 6:00PM VC Gonzales Center

Basic Motorcycle Safety - $195 MBRC CE01

The Motorcycle Basic RiderCourse is designed for both the beginner rider and the experienced rider to sharpen existing skills and learn new ones. Special emphasis is placed on mastering full control of the motorcycle. The course also covers advanced physical and mental skills needed to ride the motorcycle safely, and defensive street riding strategies. Upon successful completion of the course, students are issued a MSB-8 certificate which should satisfy The Texas Department of Public Safety’s driving exam. Motorcycle and helmet provided. Class is limited to 12 students and classes fill quickly. Early registration is encouraged. 17 contact hours. Course dates Jan 20 - 22 Feb 17 - 19 Mar 2 - 4 Mar 30 - Apr 1 Apr 13 - 15 Apr 27 - 29 May 18 - 20 June 1 - 3 June 22 - 24 Class times This course takes a full weekend to complete. Class meets Friday – Sunday during the following times: Friday 6:00PM – 10:00PM; Saturday 8:00PM – 4:00PM; Sunday 8:00PM – 3:00PM. Location This class is held in the College Services & Training Building, Room 104-B, which is adjacent to the motorcycle riding range. For more information, please visit www.victoriacollege.edu/motorcyclesafety.

General Motorcycle Maintenance - $75 MBRC CE05

Learn how to perform basic motorcycle maintenance. Course topics include what to check regularly, how to replace brake pads, lubing chain, sprockets, shaft drives, tires, belts, how to change oil, batteries, and fuel tips. 3 contact hours. VC Main Campus April 21 Sat | 9:00AM - 12:00PM Motorcycle Riding Range, parking lot adjacent to the College Services & Training Building

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Workforce & Continuing Education Registration Form

Victoria College Workforce & Continuing Education 2200 East Red River Victoria, Texas 77901 Phone: 361-582-2528 Fax: 361-582-2574

Fax, mail, or deliver this form in person. Payment is due at time of registration.

Course Title Date of Class(es):

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Last Name

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Social Security Number

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Home Phone #

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Demographic Information The following questions are used by the state to help provide support for our programs. Although not required, your cooperation is appreciated. 1. Please indicate your ethnic origin: (Check one) African American _____ Hispanic _____

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6. Please indicate your household income level: (Check one) _____ Less than $20,000 _____ $20,000 to $39,999 _____ $40,000 to $59,999 _____ $60,000 to 79,999 _____ $80,000 and greater 7. Do you have difficulty speaking, reading, or writing English because it is not your native language? YES___ NO___ 8. Have you devoted yourself to making a home, been left alone because of death, separation/divorce, or an absent spouse and find it necessary to obtain marketable skills? _____ YES _____ NO 9. Are you a single parent (divorced, legally separated, widowed or never married with sole or joint custody of a minor child/children) or a single pregnant female? _____YES _____NO 10. Please indicate the HIGHEST LEVEL of education attained by: (Check one in each column) Mother Father Eight grade education or less _____ _____ Some high school but did not graduate _____ _____ GED _____ _____ A high school graduate _____ _____ Some college but no degree _____ _____ State-approved certificate _____ _____ Associate Degree _____ _____ Please Note: A hold will be placed on the records of any student who is Bachelor’s Degree _____ _____ delinquent in their financial obligations to the College. Future registrations and transcript requests will be denied until all obligations have been met. Master’s/Ph.D. _____ _____ Please Note:

Workforce & Continuing Education Registration Form

Victoria College Workforce & Continuing Education 2200 East Red River Victoria, Texas 77901 Phone: 361-582-2528 Fax: 361-582-2574

Fax, mail, or deliver this form in person. Payment is due at time of registration.

Course Title Date of Class(es):

1. ________________________________________ 2. ________________________________________

CRN (for office use only):

1. ________________________________________ 2. ________________________________________

Last Name

1. ________________________________________ 2. ________________________________________

First

Social Security Number

Date of Birth

Mailing Address

City

State

Home Phone #

Work Phone #

Email Address

Employer

Job Title

Sex

County of Residence

Zip Code

Alaskan Native _____ Non-Resident Alien _____

American Indian _____ White _____

Asian or Pacific Islander _____ Other (Indicate) ____________

2. Highest level of Education: (Check one) Not a high school graduate _____ State-approved Certificate _____

GED _____ Associate degree _____

3. Marital Status: (Check one) Single (Never Married) _____

A high school graduate _____ Bachelor’s degree _____ Separated/Divorced _____

Some college, but no degree _____ Graduate degree(s) _____

Married _____

Widowed _____

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Index A A to Z Grant Writing, 9 Accounting Fundamentals I, 9 Administrative Assistant Fundamentals, 9 Adobe Photoshop Elements Beginner, 9 Adobe Photoshop Elements Intermediate, 10 Adolescents, Understanding, 35 Advanced Cardiac Life Support, 23 Advanced Cardiac Life Support Recertification, 23 Arts and Crafts Business, Start Your Own, 35 Assisting Aging Parents, 35 B Basic Comp TIA A+ Certification Prep, 9 Basic Motorcycle Safety, 43 Braille, Beginning, 29 Business & Marketing Writing, 10 Business Writing, Effective, 11

Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Level 1, 25 Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Level 2, 26 Homeschool With Success, 37

QuickBooks 2008, 13 Quilting for Beginners, 38

I InDesign CS3, Introduction to, 12 Instant Italian, 29 Insurance Coding, 17 Interior Design, Introduction to, 37 J Japanese Conversational, 29 Java Programming, Introduction to, 12 Journaling, Introduction to, 37 K

C Computers for Beginners, 10 Computers for the Workplace, 10 Core Skills for Construction Trade, 25 CPR Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers, 23 CPR Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers - Recertification, 23 Creating Web Pages, 14 CSS & XHTML, Introduction to, 10 Customer Service, 10 D Dealing with Difficult People, 11 Dental Conference, 21 Digital Photography, 35 Digital Photography, Discover, 35 E Ebay, Learn to Buy & Sell on, 36 Effective Business Writing, 11 Effective Selling, 11 Electrical Level 1, 25 Electrical Level 2, 25 Electrical License Renewal, 25 Electronic Health Records, 17 Enhancing Language Development in Childhood, 29 EPA Technician Certificate, 25 Excel I 2007, 11 Excel II 2007, 11

Keys to Effective Communications, 12 Keys to Successful Money Management, 38 L Landscape Design, Basics of, 37 Long Term Care Activity Directing I, 17 Long Term Care Activity Directing II, 17 Luscious, Low-Fat Lighting Quick Meals, 37

Genealogy Basics, 36 GMAT Preparation, 37

S School Nurse Conference, 21 Secrets of the Caterer, 13 Selling, Effective, 11 Sign Language Conversational, 29 Sign Language for the Workplace, 30 Spanish Conversational, 30 Spanish for Healthcare Providers, 30 Spanish for Law Enforcement, 30 Spanish for Medical Professionals, 30 Spanish, Speed, 30 Spanish, Workplace, 31 SQL, Introduction to, 14 Start Your Own Business, 14 Start Your Own Arts and Crafts Business, 35 Supervision and Management, Fundamentals of, 14 T

MathMaster, 41 Meals, Luscious, Low-Fat Lighting Quick, 37 Medical Assisting, 18 Medical Terminology, 18 Medication Aide for Nurse Aide/ Home Health Aide, 18 Medication Aide Update, Professional Development, 20 Microsoft Publisher, Introduction to, 13 Millwright Level 1, 26 Money, Credit and Identity, Protect Your, 38 Money Management, Keys to Successful, 38 Motorcycle Maintenance, General, 43 Motorcycle Safety, 43

Technical Writing, Fundamentals of, 14 Texas Law of Agency, 41 Texas Law of Contracts, 41 Texas Principles of Real Estate, 41 Therapeutic Recreation I, 20 Therapeutic Recreation II, 20 Tour Tutankhamun: The Golden King and the Great Pharaohs, 39 Truck Driving, 43 U Understanding Adolescents, 35 V

Veterinary Assistant, Become a, 39

National Real Estate Exam Prep: The SMART Guide to Passing, 41 Natural Health & Healing, Introduction to, 38 Networking, Introduction to, 12 Nurse Aide for Healthcare, 19

R410-A Safety Training, 26 Real Estate Appraisal, 41 Real Estate Finance, 41 Real Estate Investment, 41 Real Estate Marketing, 41

F Facebook 101 for Adults, 36 Finance, Personal, 36 Finance, Independence, Planning for, 36 Floral Design: Create A Beautiful Centerpiece, 36 Food Handlers Certification, 12 French-Beginning Conversational, 29

PC Security, Introduction to, 12 PC Troubleshooting, Introduction to, 12 Pediatric Advanced Life Support, 23 Pediatric Advanced Life Support Recertification, 23 Phlebotomy, 19 Pipefitting Level 2, 26 Police Academy, 33 PowerPoint I 2007, 13 Professional Development: Medication Aide Update, 20 Project Management Fundamentals, 13 Protect Your Money, Credit and Identity, 38 Publisher 2007, Introduction to, 13

Web Pages, Creating, 14 Welding Level 1, 26 Welding Level 2, 26 Word I 2007, 14 WordPress Web Sites, Introductions to Creating, 15 Wow, What a Great Event!, 15 Writing Effective Grant Proposals, 15 Writing Workshop, Beginning, 39 Victoria College does not discriminate against any person in employment, promotion or educational opportunity because of race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, marital status, beliefs, national origin, disabling condition, veteranâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s status or limited English proficiency. The College subscribes to the provisions of Title IX of the Educational Amendment with respect to equal opportunities for men and women in its educational program and encourages students to investigate non-traditional careers.

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