Workforce & Continuing Education Summer Schedule by Victoria College

Workforce & Continuing Education Summer 2013 Course Schedule Business & Technology Health Careers Industrial Trades Languages Law Enforcement Personal Enrichment Real Estate Teaching & Education Transportation

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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 Registration Options Students can register in person in the Workforce & Continuing Education Office, by mail, or via phone. Mail completed registration form with a check or money order to the address below or call (361) 582-2528. Please do not send cash through the mail. A registration form is located on page 45 of this schedule and at www.victoriacollege.edu/ce. Call (361) 582-2528 for further information.

Payment Options Registration is not complete until payment has been made. Victoria College payment options are: • cash • check* • money order • debit/ATM card • credit card (Visa, Mastercard, Discover, or American Express) *If payment is made by check, the driver’s license number of the person signing the check is required.

Victoria College Workforce & Continuing Education 2200 E. Red River Victoria TX 77901

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 2010 ITSW 1022

$125

Course Fee

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 What is Workforce & Continuing Education? The Workforce & Continuing Education Department offers specialized training courses that can get you started in a new career quickly or help you advance in your current career. These are noncredit courses-they do not apply toward a credit degree, credit certificate, or academic transfer. Many of the Workforce and Continuing Education courses can lead to a nationally recognized certificate or state credential. Upon completion, students receive a Victoria College Certificate of Completion. Students are not required to apply for admission to the college or take entrance exams for these non-credit courses. What is your cancellation policy? Victoria College reserves the right to cancel classes and change class times or instructors as needed.

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.

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.

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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. Course #

Contact Hours

Fee

Page

Access 2010, Introduction to Microsoft

1053

$130

Accounting Fundamentals I

1002

$130

Accounting Fundamentals II

1092

$130

Administrative Assistant Fundamentals

1022

$130

Adobe Illustrator CS5, Introduction to

1022

$130

Adobe Photoshop Elements Beginner

1003

$89

Business & Technology

Basic Management Skills

1012

$79

Business Finance for Non-Finance Personnel

CE01

$130

C# Programming for the Absolute Beginners

CE01

$130

Computers for Beginners

CE01

$125

Computers for the Workplace

1012

$150

CSS & XHTML, Introduction to

1002

$130

Customer Service

1005

$79

Employment Strategies

CE01

$79

Excel I 2010

1022

$125

Excel Ninja Brown Bag

CE01

1.5

$25

Grant Writing, A to Z

CE01

$130

Java Programming, Introduction to

1003

$130

Keys to Effective Communications

1022

$130

Leadership, Essentials of

1020

$79

Mac, iPhone and iPad Programming

CE01

$130

Marketing Your Business on the Internet

1016

$130

Mobile Apps with HTML5, Creating

2036

$130

Photoshop CS6 for Digital Photographers

1003

$130

Power Presentations

2030

$75

PowerPoint I 2010

1037

$125

Project Management Fundamentals

CE01

$130

Public Speaking, Mastering

1002

$130

Publisher 2010, Introduction to Microsoft

1002

$130

QuickBooks 2012

1010

$149

QuickBooks 2012, Performing Payroll in

1015

$130

Resolving Conflict

1019

$130

Resume Writing Workshop

CE01

$79

Secrets of the Caterer

CE01

$130

Selling, Effective

1032

$130

Social Networking

CE01

$50

SQL, Introduction to

CE01

$130

Supervision and Management, Fundamentals of

1014

$130

Web Pages, Creating

1002

$130

Word I 2010

1024

$125

Word 2010 in the Classroom, Microsoft

1024

$130

WordPress Websites II, Creating

1040

$130

Wow, What a Great Event!

CE02

$130

Writing Effective Grant Proposals

CE01

$130

Writing Essentials

1004

$130

* Additional cost for required textbook and/or supplies

Summer 2013

Health Careers - Medical VictoriaCollege.edu/healthcareprofessions

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Contact Hours

Fee

Page

Core Curriculum: Introductory Craft Skills

1091

Electrical Level 1

1019

$175

$475

Electrical Level 2 Electrical Level 3

1020

$475

2005

$475

Electrical License Renewal

2000

EPA Technician Certification

1091

$75

$150*

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

1038

$475

Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Level 3 Millwright Level 2

2036

$475

1029

$750

Industrial Trades

Pipefitting Level 1

1001

$510

R410-A Safety Training

1091

$75

Welding Level 1

1007

144

$850

Welding Level 2

2013

144

$1,150

Braille, Beginning

CE01

$130

French-Beginning Conversational

CE01

$130

Italian, Instant

CE01

$130

Japanese, Conversational

CE01

$130

Sign Language, Conversational

CE01

$129

Spanish for Law Enforcement

1001

$130

Spanish for Medical Professionals

1001

$130

Spanish, Speed

CE01

$130

Police Academy (Day)

1006

652

$2,200

Police Academy (Night)

1006

652

$2,200

Arts & Crafts Business, Start Your Own

CE01

$130

Blogging and Podcasting for Beginners

CE01

$130

Divorce, Navigating

CE01

$130

Garden, Start Your Own Edible

CE02

$130

Languages

Law Enforcement

Personal Enrichment

Genealogy, Beginning 101

CE01

$75

Genealogy: Breaking Through Brick Walls

CE02

$75

Going Green at Home

CE01

$130

Grammar Refresher

CE01

$130

Guitar, Introduction to

CE01

$130

Homeschool With Success

CE01

$130

Interior Design, Introduction to

CE01

$130

Journaling, Introduction to

CE01

$130

Lose Weight & Keep it Off

CE01

$130

Managing Life as a Single Parent

CE02

$130

Meditation, Certificate in

CE01

$68

Money, Credit & Identity, Protect Your

CE01

$130

Poetry, Pleasures of

CE01

$130

Public Speaking, Mastering

1002

$130

* Additional cost for required textbook and/or supplies

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Course #

Contact Hours

Fee

Page

ReadyMATH

CE01

$499

Scrapbooking, Intro to Digital

CE01

$130

Social Networking

CE01

$50

Veterinary Assistant, Becoming a

CE01

$130

Write Young Adult Fiction

CE01

$130

Writing, Beginning

CE01

$130

MathMaster

CE08

$89

National Real Estate Exam Prep: The SMART Guide to Passing

CE09

$89

Promulgated Contracts

0322

$115

Real Estate Finance

CE05

$149

Real Estate Investment

CE06

$149

Texas Law of Agency

CE02

$149

Texas Law of Contracts

CE04

$149

Texas Principles of Real Estate

CE01

$279

Creative Classroom, The

1008

$130

Creating Classroom Centers

CE13

$130

Differentiated Instruction in the Classroom

CE11

$130

Differentiating K-12 Assessments

CE14

$130

Empowering Students with Disabilities

CE10

$130

Guided Reading and Writing: Strategies for Success

CE08

$130

Microsoft Word in the Classroom

1024

$130

Response to Intervention: Reading Strategies that Work

CE06

$130

Singapore Math Strategies: Advanced Model Drawing for Grades 6-9

CE02

$130

Singapore Math Strategies: Model Drawing for Grades 1-6

CE01

$130

Singapore Math Strategies: Number Sense and Computational Strategies

CE03

$130

Solving Classroom Discipline Problems

CE12

$130

Teaching Students with ADHD

CE04

$130

Teaching Students with Autism: Strategies for Success

CE07

$130

Teaching Smarter with SMART Boards

CE05

$130

Truck Driving (Texas Specific)

1001

286

$3,750

Basic Motorcycle Safety

CE01

$195

Real Estate

Teaching & Education

Transportation

Summer 2013

Academy for Lifelong Learning An educational program for lifelong learners.

The program encourages lifelong learning, providing members with common interests the opportunity to participate in study, discussions and social interaction. Classes are offered in the fall and spring. Social activities will be scheduled throughout the year. Membership is $50 per year. The program is sponsored by the Victoria College Workforce and Continuing Education Department. For more information, please call (361) 582-2426 or visit www.victoriacollege.edu/academyoflifelonglearning.

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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.

Summer 2013

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

Access 2010, Introduction to Microsoft - $130

Administrative Assistant Fundamentals - $130

In these practical and project-oriented lessons, you’ll learn how to use this award-winning MS Office software to create and customize tables. You’ll build relationships between your tables to eliminate redundancies and slash data entry time. And you’ll discover how to achieve huge reductions in data entry errors by setting default values, creating validation rules, and building input masks. 24 contact hours

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 May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

ITSW 1053

POFT 1022

Accounting Fundamentals I - $130 ACNT 1002

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 May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

Accounting Fundamentals II - $130

Adobe Illustrator CS5, Introduction to - $130 GRPH 1002

In this course, you’ll learn how to use a wide range of tools in Adobe Illustrator CS5. For instance, you’ll explore the enhanced Recolor Artwork feature, which helps you choose a harmonious color scheme for your image and completely alter the color palette of any image with just a few clicks. You’ll also see how the redesigned Gradient tool makes it easier to adjust colors directly on an image. In addition, you’ll learn how to draw and trace with the Pen tool and how to fine-tune the contours of any line. You’ll also discover how to work with color, use shortcuts for applying color to images, and add special effects such as 3D to your drawings. 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

ACNT 1092 In Accounting Fundamentals II, you’ll explore such topics as special journals, uncollectible accounts receivable, plant assets, depreciation, notes and interest, accrued revenue and expenses, dividends, retained earnings and various financial reports for corporations. 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

Adobe Photoshop Elements Beginner - $89 ITSW 1003

Students will learn the introductory basics of Adobe Photoshop Elements graphics software for image enhancement and editing of digital images. In this hands-on course, 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 VC Main Campus May 21 - May 30 Tues & Thur | 6 – 8 p.m. Continuing Education Center, Room 208 July 7 - July 9 Mon & Wed | 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. 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.

Basic Management Skills - $79 BMGT 1012

This course will provide students with an overview of the necessary tools for moving into a management position and staying there. Students will be taught how to navigate through the “management minefield” with ease, how to deal with peer as well as upper management pressure, methods for dealing with unruly employees, how to understand office politics and listening techniques for knowing what your boss is really saying. All course materials included. 8 contact hours

Computers for Beginners - $125 COMP CE01

No prior experience necessary. Included in this remarkable beginner course is computer literacy, Windows 7, 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, World Wide Web, discussions on how computers are used in today’s world and an overview of Microsoft Office productivity suite (word processing, spreadsheets, and database). All course materials included. 12 contact hours

VC Main Campus July 17 Wed 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Continuing Education Center, Room 203

VC Main Campus June 3 - June 6 Mon - Thur | 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Continuing Education Center, Room 208

Business Finance for Non-Finance Personnel - $130

Computers for the Workplace - $150

This course will help you understand business environments, financial statements, and strategy so you can make more profitable business and personal financial decisions. 24 contact hours

FINA CE01

Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

C# Programming for the Absolute Beginner - $130 CPND CE01

Learn the fundamentals of computer programming with C#, the in-demand and incredibly useful programming language that incorporates the best features of Visual Basic, C++, and Java. We’ll explore the many benefits of object oriented programming, with plenty of vivid, real-life examples. 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

ITSC 1012

VC Main Campus Aug 5 – Aug 21 Mon & Wed | 5:30 – 8 p.m. Continuing Education Center, Room 208 Calhoun County Center July 8 – July 17 Mon & Wed | 2 – 5 p.m. Calhoun County Center, Room 9

CSS & XHTML, Introduction to - $130 IMED 1002

Learn how to create state-of-the-art Web sites using modern CSS and XHTML techniques. Take your existing HTML skills to the next level and start building sites like the pros. If you want to survive and excel in the fast-paced world of Web publishing, you’re going to need to keep up with ever-evolving standards. The new standard for Web developers is to use CSS and XHTML. 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

Summer 2013

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

Customer Service - $79

Excel Ninja Brown Bag - $25

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. All course materials included. 8 contact hours

Discover shortcuts and powerful tips that will earn you the title of Excel Ninja! This 90-minute class will demonstrate tips, tricks, and shortcuts that will increase your productivity. Learn how to quickly create, manipulate, modify, and unlock the power of Excel’s (version 2010) powerful timesaving features. Bring your lunch and we’ll provide the drink and cookies. 1.5 contact hours

BUSG 1005

Calhoun County Center Aug 13 – Aug 14 Tues & Wed | 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Calhoun County Center, Auditorium

Employment Strategies - $79

ITSW CE01

VC Main Campus July 31 Thur | 12 – 1:30 p.m. Continuing Education Center, Room 208 Gonzales Center Jun 18 Tue | 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Gonzales Center, Room 120

EMPL CE01

This course is designed to provide the student an opportunity to research and explore all aspects of employment seeking strategies. Students will develop job-search strategies that will lead to more effective marketing of their skills. Critical components of the course include: planning your job search, gathering the tools (resumes, cover letters), beginning the search, interviewing and evaluating job offers. All course materials included. 8 contact hours VC Main Campus July 15 – July 16 Mon & Tues | 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Continuing Education Center, Room 203

Excel 1 2010 - $125 ITSW 1022

This course includes hands-on instruction and practice with Excel 2010, 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 June 17 – June 20 Mon - Thur | 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Continuing Education Center, Room 208 Aug 13 – Aug 22 Tue & Thur | 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. Continuing Education Center, Room 208 Calhoun County Center July 22 - July 29 Mon & Thur | 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Calhoun County Center, Room 9

Grant Writing, A to Z - $130 GRNT CE01

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 Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

Java Programing, Introduction to - $130 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. So whether you just want to try it out to see if you like it or plan on doing more with Java, this is a great place to start! 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

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Keys to Effective Communication - $130

Marketing Your Business on the Internet - $130

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

Find out how to market your business on the Internet, even if you have little or no money to spend! In this practical, hands-on course, you’ll discover proven methods that will help you establish an Internet presence and build an online brand identity. You’ll learn how search engine optimization (SEO) works and how to track your site’s performance using Web analytics. 24 contact hours

BMGT 1022

Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

BMGT 1016

Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

Leadership, Essentials of - $79 BMGT 1020

Are your leaders lacking basic, yet essential, interaction skills? Do they need help engaging others to achieve organization results? Does your organization need a fast-paced, engaging way to introduce foundation interaction skills? The essence of being an effective people leader lies in establishing good interpersonal work relationships and having the ability to spark action in others. This foundational leadership course teaches leaders how to get results through people. During the course, they learn a set of essential skills to meet both practical business needs and people’s personal needs. Learners acquire a set of proven interaction skills, discover leadership imperatives for meeting today’s challenges, and realize their role as a catalyst leader—a leader who inspires others to act. All course materials included. 7 contact hours

Mac, iPhone and iPad Programming - $130 PROG CE01

Learn to create Mac, iPhone, and iPad apps and programs using Objective-C and the Xcode compiler. 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

Summer 2013

ITNW 2036

In this course, you’ll learn how to imagine, design, build, and optimize a cross-platform mobile app using the very latest HTML5 standards. The result will be a mobile app that’s fast and runs on just about any smartphone or tablet computer. 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

VC Main Campus July 24 Wed | 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Continuing Education Center, Room 203

Mobile Apps, Creating with HTML5 - $130

Photoshop CS6 for the Digital Photographer - $130 ITSW 1003

Adobe’s Photoshop CS6 is a powerful software solution providing support and specialized editing tools for digital photographers and graphic artists. In this course, you’ll master techniques to make the most of your digital images and add a professional polish to your work. Designed for those with no image-editing experience, this class will take you from novice to accomplished photo editor. 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

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

Power Presentations - $75

Project Management Fundamentals - $130

In this workshop you will write your specific speech, understand how to develop appropriate media, and handouts. The workshop will cover introductory speech making procedures, but the focus will be on the three planning stages of your specific presentation; the eight steps of presentation development; and tips for effective presentation. Student will leave the workshop with a completed speech or presentation ready to effectively inform the specific audience. All course materials included. 8 contact hours

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. If you’re new to project management, this course will provide you with the essential information you’ll need to prepare for and complete your first project. If you’re an experienced project manager, this course will make you more valuable to your employer by increasing your skills and competencies. 24 contact hours

COMG 2030

PROJ CE01

This is an all-day class, participants are encouraged to bring a lunch. VC Main Campus July 23 Tues | 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Continuing Education Center, Room 208

Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

Calhoun County Center Aug 28 Wed | 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Calhoun County Center, Room 9

Public Speaking, Mastering - $130

PowerPoint I 2010 - $125

Learn the secrets of effective public speaking and small group communication. You’ll learn how to plan and deliver your presentations skillfully and how to manage one of the most common public speaking barriers—fear. 24 contact hours

ITSW 1037

POFT 1002

Learn how to use Microsoft PowerPoint 2010-- 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

Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

VC Main Campus Jun 24 - Jun 27 Mon - Thur | 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Continuing Education Center, Room 208

GRPH 1002

Gonzales Center Jun 17 – Jun 24 Mon & Wed | 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. Gonzales Center, Room 120

Publisher 2010, Introduction to Microsoft - $130 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 2010—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. If you’re new to graphic design, you’ll receive plenty of expert guidance in selecting and using images, colors, and layouts. 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

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QuickBooks 2012 - $149

Pre-requisite: Basic bookkeeping knowledge required. 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. All course materials included. 12 contact hours

Discover the secret to transforming your tired, boring resume into a powerful tool that will get you interviews. All course materials included. 8 contact hours

ACNT 1010

VC Main Campus May 6 - May 15 Mon & Wed | 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. Continuing Education Center, Room 208

QuickBooks 2012, Performing Payroll in - $130

Resume Writing Workshop - $79 WRTG CE01

VC Main Campus Jun 24 – Jun 27 Tue & Thur | 1 - 5 p.m. Continuing Education Center, Room 203 Calhoun County Center Jun 10 – Jun 11 Mon - Tue | 1 – 5 p.m. Calhoun County Center, Auditorium Gonzales Center Jun 17 – Jun 19 Mon - Thur | 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Gonzales Center, Room 116

ACNT 1010 In this course, you’ll learn the steps you need to follow to properly set up your payroll system in QuickBooks--steps such as accessing information on the Internal Revenue Service Web site, creating an entry for a new employee, tracking time and job cost data, and generating required forms and reports. 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

Resolving Conflict - $130 BMGT 1019

Differences of opinion can quickly escalate into an out-and-out battle. In the workplace, it’s the leader’s role to recognize the signs of conflict and then to quickly choose the appropriate level of involvement to help resolve the issue. This course teaches leaders how to recognize that a conflict is escalating and minimize damage by using the most appropriate resolution tactic—regardless of which stage a conflict is in. Leaders also learn the true cost of conflict to an organization and techniques for handling even the most challenging conflict-related discussions effectively. All course materials included. 7 contact hours VC Main Campus July 9 Tues | 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Continuing Education Center, Room 203 Calhoun County Center July 11 Thur | 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Calhoun County Center, Auditorium

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Secrets of the Caterer $130 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 May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

Selling, Effective - $130 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. In sales, there are no quick fixes. However, 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 May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

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

Social Networking - $50

Web Pages, Creating $130

Facebook, Twitter, and Linked-In are all the rage and they are the top social networking sites. They can connect you with people across the globe. Whether it’s to connect with people with similar interests or to build your business, this is the way to maximize your social networking experience for a minimum price (generally free). All course materials included. 9 contact hours

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

FACE CE01

VC Main Campus July 1 – July 3 Mon – Wed | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Continuing Education Center, Room 208

IMED 1002

Calhoun County Center Aug 6 – Aug 8 Tues - Thur | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Calhoun County Center, Room 9

Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

SQL, Introduction to - $130

Word I 2010 - $125

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

Learn to use the most widely used and recognized word processing software 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. All course materials included. 12 contact hours

SQLW CE01

Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

Supervision and Management, Fundamentals of - $130 BMGT 1014

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. All course materials included. 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

POFI 1024

VC Main Campus June 10 – June 13 Mon - Thur | 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Continuing Education Center, Room 208 July 30 – Aug 8 Tues & Thur | 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. Continuing Education Center, Room 208

Word 2010 in the Classroom, Microsoft - $130 POFI 1024

Master Microsoft Word, and be a more productive and creative teacher! This powerful software can make your documents come to life and help you integrate technology in your classroom. Whether you’re new to Word or a veteran, join us and find out how to turn this dynamic program into a launching pad for creative lessons and engaging classroom activities. Get ready to wow your students… and their parents too! 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

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WordPress Websites II, Creating - $130

Writing Effective Grant Proposals - $130

Discover how to create and maintain dynamic websites and blogs without technical coding using the self-hosted WordPress.org publishing platform. 24 contact hours

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

IMED 1040

Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

GRNT CE01

Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

Wow, What a Great Event! - $130 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 May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

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Writing Essentials - $130 POFT 1004

Master the essentials of writing, and become the stellar wordsmith you always wanted to be! In this course, you’ll develop the skills you need to excel at business communications, express yourself clearly online, and take your creative literary talents to a new level. 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

Online High School

Credit Recovery Courses Courses offer a flexible and affordable online option for students who need to make up credits or retake courses to improve their grades. Students can choose from a wide range of core curriculum courses including: • Algebra • Geometry • Biology • Chemistry • English

Instruction is entirely online, so students can study at their own pace with the guidance of a dedicated and experienced instructor 24/7 from anywhere with an Internet connection. This unique support system is designed to help students succeed, even if they’ve struggled with high school curriculum in the past.

For more details, call (361) 582-2528 or visit www.ed2go.com/victoria.

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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.

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offers the following healthcare profession courses.

Health Careers - Medical Electronic Health Records Insurance Coding Long-Term Care Activity Director Long-Term Care Activity Director II Long-Term Care Activity Director Update Medical Assisting Medical Terminology Medication Aide for Nurse Aide Medication Aide for Nurse Aid Update Nurse Aide Pharmacy Tech Phlebotomy Therapeutic Recreation I Therapeutic Recreation II Professional Development Conferences

Health Careers - Emergency Medical Services Advanced Cardiac Life Support Advanced Cardiac Life Support Recertification CPR Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers CPR Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers Recertification Pediatric Advanced Life Support Pediatric Advanced Life Support Recertification For class information and dates, please view the Workforce & Continuing Education Healthcare Professions schedule at www.victoriacollege.edu/healthcareprofessions. For information, contact Marcela Barrera at (361) 582-2412 or marcela.barrera@victoriacollege.edu.

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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.

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

Core Curriculum: Introductory Craft Skills - $175

Electrical Level 3 - $475

Prerequisite: Basic reading and math skills Core Curriculum: Introductory Craft Skills is common to all NCCER Training Programs and is required for NCCER Certification for all Level 1 courses. No prior experience necessary. This course provides 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

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Electrical 2 This course is a study of the principles of operation of single- and threephase motors and transformers; ground fault; protective devices; short circuit; size overcurrent; transformer banking; Wye and Delta connections. All course materials included. 96 contact hours

CNBT 1091

VC Main Campus May 21 - Jun 13 Tue & Thur | 6 – 10 p.m. College Services & Training Building, Room 104-A Calhoun County Center Jul 15 – Aug 7 Mon & Wed | 6 –10 p.m. VC Wilkins Industrial Training Center, Room 1

Electrical Level 1 - $475 ELPT 1019

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Core Curriculum Introductory Craft Skills. 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 included. 96 contact hours VC Main Campus Sep 9 - Dec 4 Mon & Wed | 6 – 10 p.m. College Services & Training Building, Room 104-A

ELPT 2005

Calhoun County Center Aug 26 – Jan 6 Mon & Wed | 6 – 9 p.m. Calhoun County Center, Room 18

Electrical License Renewal - $75 ELPT 2000

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 Jun 11 Tues | 6 – 10 p.m. Continuing Education Center, Room 103 Aug 6 Thur | 6 – 10 p.m. Continuing Education Center, Room 103

EPA Technician Certification - $150 (plus textbook)* Electrical Level 2 - $475 ELPT 1020

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 VC Main Campus Sep 10 – Dec 5 Tue & Thur | 6 – 10 p.m. College Services & Training Building, Room 104-A

HART 1091

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. Note: 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. HVAC Level 1 and/or prior HVAC experience recommended. 10 contact hours VC Main Campus Aug 20 – Aug 22 Tue & Thur | 5 – 10 p.m. College Services & Training Building, Room 104-B

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

Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Level 2 - $475 HART 203

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 included. 96 contact hours VC Main Campus Sep 10 – Dec 5 Tues & Thur | 6 – 10 p.m. College Services & Training Building, Room 104-B

Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Level 3 - $475 HART 2036

Prerequisite: Successful completion of HVAC 2 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 included. 96 contact hours VC Main Campus Sep 9 – Dec 4 Mon & Wed | 6 – 10 p.m. College Services & Training Building, Room 104-B

Pipefitting Level 1 - $510 PFPB 1001

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Core Curriculum: Introductory Craft Skills. This course provides a comprehensive overview of work performed by the pipefitter; pipefitter responsibilities and career opportunities; safety principles associated with the pipefitting trade; pipefitting hand tool and power tools; Oxyfuel cutting; adders and scaffolds, and motorized equipment. All course materials included. 96 contact hours Calhoun County Center Aug 26 - Jan 6 Mon & Wed | 6 – 9 p.m. VC Wilkins Industrial Training Center, Room 2

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 included. 4 contact hours VC Main Campus Aug 27 Tues | 6 – 10 p.m. College Services & Training Building, Room 104-B

Millwright Level 2 - $750 MCHN 1029

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Millwright 1 This course provides an intermediate study of millwright; intermediate trade math; field sketching; intermediate blueprint reading; millwright power and specialty tools; setting base and soleplates; introduction to bearings. All course materials included. 96 contact hours Calhoun County Center Aug 27 – Dec 19 Tues & Thur | 6 – 9 p.m. VC Wilkins Industrial Training Center, Room 1

Welding Level 1 - $850 WLDG 1007

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Core Curriculum: Introductory Craft Skills. 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; OxyFuel Welding (OFW) and cutting; Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW); Metal Arc Welding (GMAW); Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW). All course materials included. 144 contact hours VC Main Campus Aug 27 – Jan 16 Tues & Thur | 6 – 10 p.m. VC Liberty Street Industrial Training Center Calhoun County Center Aug 26 – Jan 22 Mon & Wed | 6 – 10 p.m. Calhoun County High School Welding Lab

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

Welding Level 2 - $1,150 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 included. 144 contact hours Calhoun County Center Aug 27 – Jan 14 Tues & Thur | 6 – 10 p.m. Calhoun County 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 organization’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

Japanese, Conversational - $130

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

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

BRLE CE01

Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

French, Beginning Conversational - $130 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 Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

Italian, Instant - $130 ITAL CE01

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

JAPA CE01

Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

Sign Language, Conversational - $129

SIGN CE01 This course will teach you to fingerspell 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 materials included. 18 contact hours VC Main Campus Jun 4 – Aug 1 Tues & Thur | 6 – 7 p.m. Continuing Education Center, Room 203

Spanish for Law Enforcement - $130 FRNL 1001

In this course, you’ll focus specifically on Spanish for law enforcement personnel, skipping the “touristy” phrases you don’t need to know. And to make your learning easy and painless, the course is sprinkled with fun games and stories. So if you’re having flashbacks to your boring high school Spanish class, don’t worry—you can learn Spanish and have fun at the same time. 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 Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

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

Spanish for the Medical Professionals - $130

Spanish, Speed - $130

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

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

FRNL 1001

Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

SPAN CE01

Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

Part-time Instructors Needed 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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Kids College Grades 4 - 6

Grades 5 - 8

It’s Not Just Rocket Science! - $95

Abra Dabra Cadoodle! Explore the Magical World of Art! - $95

June 3 - 6 | 8 a.m. - Noon

June 17 - 20 | 9 a.m. - Noon

Boom! Pop! Fizz! Weird Science! - $95 June 3 - 6 | 1 - 5 p.m.

Fun with Technology - $95

Abra Dabra Cadoodle! Explore the Magical World of Art! - $95

Origami & Paper Quilling - $95

June 10 - 13 | 9 a.m. - Noon

Buried “Treasure”: Archaeology! - $95 July 1 - 3 | 8 a.m. - Noon

CSI for Kids - $95

June 24 - 27 | 1 - 4 p.m.

July 8 - 11 | 9 a.m. - Noon

Basketball Skills Camp - $65 July 16 - 18 | 8 - 10 a.m.

Volleyball Skills Camp - $65

July 16 - 18 | 10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

July 15 - 18 | 9 a.m. - Noon

Exploring New Lands - $95 July 30 - August 2 | 9 a.m. - Noon

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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.

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Law Enforcement For more information regarding the Police Academy please call 361-572-6426 or email linda.soto@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. 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 today’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 Jan 14 – May 9 Mon - Fri | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Some Saturday & Sunday required) Allied Health Building, Room 122

Police Academy (Night) - $2,200 CJLE 1006 Students learn the 30 topics essential to today’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 Aug 2013 – May 2014 Mon - Fri | 6 - 10 p.m. (Some Saturday & Sunday required) Allied Health Building, Room 122

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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.

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

Arts and Crafts Business, Start Your Own - $130

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

Getting through a divorce is a daunting, emotional, and disorienting process. In this course, you’ll learn how to move through the divorce process step by step to gain a sense of control and stability, and emerge on the other side as a healthier and happier person. With the new skills and perspective you’ll gain, you’ll be well equipped to chart a new direction in your life. 24 contact hours

Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

Blogging and Podcasting for Beginners - $130

Garden, Start Your Own Edible - $130

If you’re thinking of starting a blog or just beginning one, this course is for you. Perhaps you’d like to try out podcasting too. You can and it’s easy. In this course, you’ll learn how to create, manage, and promote your own blog and audio and video podcast using tools that you already have on your computer—no paid software or equipment is needed. 24 contact hours

Grow delicious, nutritious fruit and vegetables in your own backyard! In this course, you’ll learn how to give your garden a healthy start and keep it growing strong all season. Whether you want to provide your family with nutritious food, save money, get some exercise, or just be more selfsufficient, this course will give you the skills and knowledge you need to be on your way to a successful harvest. 24 contact hours

BEAD CE01

BLOG CE01

Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

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Divorce, Navigating - $130 LIFE CE01

GRDN CE02

Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

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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.

Genealogy, Beginning 101 - $75

Grammar Refresher - $130

Want to learn how to become a genealogist and begin researching your family history? Join us for four nights in June as we participate in easy-tofollow, interesting, and enlightening classes detailing how to get started tracing your ancestors. By the end of June you will have learned how to document your findings and where to go next for historical records and files listing your long-lost family members. There are no exams but you will have family history homework. 8 contact hours

Whatever your goals, a grasp of English grammar is important if you want to improve your speaking and writing skills. This course will help you gain confidence in your ability to produce clean, grammatically correct work. You’ll explore the basics of English grammar—like sentence structure and punctuation—as well as more sophisticated concepts—like logic and clarity. 24 contact hours

GENE CE01

VC Main Campus June 4 – June 25 Tue | 6 – 8 p.m. Continuing Education Center, Room 203

Genealogy: Breaking Through Brick Walls - $75 GENE CE02

Do you have a really tough genealogy research problem? Have you lost all hope in ever finding a certain ancestor? Do you just want to take your research to a higher level? Join us, a group of advanced genealogy researchers, for four nights of assistance and advice with genealogy techniques, methodologies, and strategies genealogists use to solve tough research problems. There will be no exams but genealogy research is required. 8 contact hours VC Main Campus June 6 - June 27 Thur | 6 – 8 p.m. Continuing Education Center, Room 203

GRAM CE01

Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

Guitar, Introduction to - $130 MUSC CE01

Learn to play guitar, and become the musician you‘ve always wanted to be! In these fun and informative lessons, you’ll build basic guitar skills stepby-step with the help of hands-on exercises, audio and video recordings, and detailed illustrations. Whether you’re a beginner or an intermediate student, this course will take your musical talent to the next level. By the time you’re finished, you’ll be well on your way to becoming a skilled guitar player. 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

Going Green at Home - $130 GREN CE01

Step into a green lifestyle! In this course, you’ll learn how to reduce your carbon footprint by making simple changes that benefit the environment and your own health. If you’re looking for practical “going green” ideas for your home, this course will cover all the bases. By the time you’re done, you’ll know how to make your living space eco-friendly from top to bottom! 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

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Homeschool with Success - $130 EDCA CE01

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 Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

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Interior Design, Introduction to - $130

Lose Weight & Keep It Off - $130

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 lose weight and keep it off? Now you can! In this comprehensive course, you’ll discover how to establish a healthy approach to weight loss and weight maintenance. You’ll master how to set and achieve weight-loss and weight-maintenance goals that make sense for you. We’ll determine the differences between weight loss and weight maintenance, and see how to master the obstacles to weight maintenance. By the end of this course, you’ll know how to set appropriate and effective goals for eating, exercise, and many other elements that affect your weight. You’ll have the skills you need to lose weight and keep it off for a lifetime! 24 contact hours

DSGN CE01

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Journaling, Introduction to - $130

WGHT CE01

Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

Managing Life as a Single Parent - $130 LIFE CE02

JRNL CE01

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 May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

Throughout the course, you’ll develop a clear sense of your strengths as a single parent. Upon completion, you’ll be more consistent with your children. You’ll know what discipline strategies work best for them and you’ll be more confident that you’re providing exactly what your children need. 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

Meditation, Certificate in - $68 MEDI CE01

Although there are many ways to meditate and many different forms of meditation, they all share a unifying characteristic: Each focuses on intentionally training a person’s attention and concentration. Meditation practices have been used by cultures around the world for thousands of years. As you’ll learn, meditation’s health effects have been well documented. The practice offers improvement of the symptoms of various diseases and allows practitioners to experience a deeper spiritual connection. This program will guide you as you discover how the practice of medication can be used to increase mindfulness, reduce stress, deal with pain and illness, and support overall wellbeing. 8 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

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Money, Credit and Identity, Protect Your - $130

ReadyMATH - $499

In these lessons, you’ll see how to spot the scams and rip-offs that can cost you money or ruin your credit. You’ll explore threats including identity fraud, Internet and credit card scams, and deceptive service contracts. By the time you finish this course, you’ll be prepared to protect your credit score, your identity, and your bank accounts. In addition, you’ll have the legal know-how you need to make mortgage holders, credit card companies, and debt collectors play by the rules. 24 contact hours

Entering or returning to college and feeling unprepared for math? That’s a problem ReadyMATH can solve. ReadyMATH is the most advanced system for learning math and test preparation. By design, this online program condenses the required instruction to exactly what you need—no more, no less—enhancing and accelerating your learning. ReadyMATH assesses your knowledge gaps and then targets instruction and practice to specifically address individual needs, allowing you to master everything from basic arithmetic to intermediate algebra. You learn at your own pace and get support from an experienced academic tutor. ReadyMATH topics include Basic Arithmetic, Pre-Algebra, Beginning Algebra, and Intermediate Algebra. It is a very effective way to prepare you for the following placement exams: Compass, Accuplacer, SAT or ACT, GED or Asset tests. 75 contact hours

CRED CE01

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Poetry, Pleasures of - $130 WRTG CE01

If you want to write poetry, this course will help you to create your best possible work. You’ll learn the formal elements of the craft, become aware of how particular forms work, and explore many avenues for possible poetry topics. Interactive exercises will help you to create at least one poem with formal elements, and you’ll receive instruction and commentary in a constructive and nurturing environment. If you’re serious about becoming a published poet, you’ll also learn how to prepare a manuscript for publication and where to send it for the best possible results. 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

MATH CE01

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Scrapbooking, Intro to Digital - $130 DIGI CE01

Learn to use digital editing techniques to show off your photos and memorabilia in Introduction to Digital Scrapbooking! Using Photoshop Elements, this course will teach you how to make the most of your scrapbooking talents and artistic ideas when you combine traditional and digital scrapbooking. 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

Public Speaking, Mastering - $130 POFT 1002

You can become an effective public speaker! In this fun and hands-on course, you’ll find out how to talk confidently and persuasively to both large audiences and small groups. You’ll learn how to plan and deliver your presentations skillfully and how to manage one of the most common public speaking barriers—fear. 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

Social Networking - $50 FACE CE01

Facebook, Twitter, and Linked In are all the rage. They are the top social network sites. They can connect you with people across the globe. Whether it’s to connect with people with similar interests or to build your business, this is the way to maximize your social networking experience for a minimum price (generally free). 9 contact hours VC Main Campus July 1 – July 3 Mon - Wed | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Continuing Education Center Room 208 Calhoun County Center Aug 6 – Aug 8 Tues - Thur | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Calhoun County Center, Room 9

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Veterinary Assistant, Becoming a - $130

Writer, Beginning - $130

Please join us as we explore all the many duties that a veterinary assistant typically performs. Through instruction and demonstration, you’ll learn how to safely restrain an animal for blood tests, urine collection, and injections. Then you’ll find out how to obtain blood samples, which needles to use for which patient, where the best anatomical sites for collecting blood are located, and how to catheterize a bladder. Throughout the course, you’ll benefit from videos that demonstrate many of these procedures and techniques, as well as state-of-the-art interactive graphics. It’s as close as you can get to actually being right there in the veterinarian’s office! 24 contact hours

Emphasis in this course is on developing your skills through practice, so you’ll spend more time writing than reading. You’ll master important concepts by completing enjoyable writing exercises and assignments, and you’ll discover a variety of strategies and techniques the pros use to develop characters, create a compelling point of view, build interest through dialogue, and add meaning to your stories. 24 contact hours

BETA CE01

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WRIT CE01

Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

Write Young Adult Fiction - $130 WRIT CE01

From Harry Potter to Twilight, young adult fiction is one of the hottest genres for today’s novels. Teens and adults alike have discovered the excitement and passion of these stories, and publishers are hungry for more. If you’re eager to break into this market, this course provides you with the recipe for creating your own successful young adult story and shows you how to get it published. If you’ve dreamed for years of becoming an author, this course can help you turn your dream into a reality. In just six weeks, you’ll have all the tools you need to create a polished manuscript and get your story in print! 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

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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.

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Real Estate For information, please contact the Workforce & Continuing Education Department at (361) 582-2528 or visit VictoriaCollege.edu/realestatetraining.

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.

Texas Law of Agency - $149* RELE CE02

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. Online Course Classes begin immediately upon registration.

Texas Law of Contracts - $149* Texas Principles of Real Estate - $279* 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. Online Course Classes begin immediately upon registration.

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. Online Course Classes begin immediately upon registration.

MathMaster - $89* RELE CE08

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. Online Course Classes begin immediately upon registration.

Real Estate Investment - $149* 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 emphasizes on Financing, evaluation, and management of real estate investment. 30 contact hours Online Course Classes begin immediately upon registration.

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! 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. Online Course Classes begin immediately upon registration.

Promulgated Contracts - $115* TREC 0322

The course covers the unauthorized practice of law, broker-lawyer committee, current promulgated forms, commission rules governing the use of the forms, and case studies involving the use of forms. This course meets the 30-hour Promulgated Contracts Forms core course requirement.

* 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.

Online Course Classes begin immediately upon registration.

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Teaching & Education Classroom in chaos? Gain control from the comfort of your own home. VC offers courses for teaching professionals that offer practical information that can be applied to students and the classroom immediately.

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Teaching & Education Health Careers - EMS For information, please contact the Workforce & Continuing Education Department at (361) 582-2528 or visit www.ed2go.com/victoria.

Our instructor-facilitated online courses are informative, fun, convenient, and highly interactive. Our instructors are famous for their ability to create warm and supportive communities of learners. All courses run for six weeks (with a 10-day grace period at the end). Courses are project oriented and include lessons, quizzes, hands-on assignments, discussion areas, supplementary links, and more. You can complete any course entirely from your home or office. Any time of the day or night.

How to get started: 1. Visit our Online Instruction Center: www.ed2go.com/victoria 2. Click the Courses link, choose the department and course title you are interested in and select the Enroll Now button. Follow the instructions to enroll and pay for your course. Here you will choose a username and password that will grant you access to the Classroom. 3. When your course starts, return to our Online Instruction Center and click the Classroom link. To begin your studies, simply log in with the username and password you selected during enrollment.

Available Courses: Creative Classroom, The - $130 CDEC 1008

Creativity will abound in your classroom as you tap your students’ hidden talents. Learn how to use creativity to teach reading, writing, visual arts, performing arts, social studies, science, mathematics, and physical and health education. Develop creative new approaches to field trips, learning labs, activities, exercises, assignments, and evaluation methods. Think beyond the textbook and challenge your students by making your classroom a creative classroom! 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

Creating Classroom Centers - $130 EDUC CE13

Think centers can only be used for reading and language arts? Think again! We’ll explore ideas for using centers to support instruction in math, science, and social studies. You’ll also see how you can use technology (such as virtual bulletin boards, apps, and interactive white boards) in your centers to help keep your students engaged. By the time you finish the course, you’ll not only have the knowledge you need to get the most out of centers—you’ll have a wealth of resources and center ideas you can take and try so you can get started right away! 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

Differentiated Instruction in the Classroom - $130 EDUC CE11

Differentiated instruction (DI) is becoming a mainstay in classrooms across the country as educators are starting to see the ways that the traditional classroom setting limits their ability to reach diverse learners. Join us on this journey through 10 practical DI integration strategies! Count on at least three sample integration lessons on each strategy, and just think of all the ways that you can apply them to improve learning outcomes for your students. 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

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Differentiating K-12 Assessments - $130

Microsoft Word in the Classroom - $130

Differentiated assessment is the key to helping every student succeed— and no matter what grade you’re teaching, this course will give you the tools you need to gather your assessment data quickly and easily. Whether you’re a new or experienced teacher, you’ll gain skill and confidence as you get hands-on practice in using a wide range of assessment techniques. By the time you’ve completed these lessons, you’ll have a clear roadmap for differentiating your assessments and a wealth of practical ideas you can start using in your classroom right away. 24 contact hours

Whether you’re new to Word or a veteran, join us and find out how to turn this dynamic program into a launching pad for creative lessons and engaging classroom activities. As you master its features in fun, hands-on activities, you’ll discover that Word enhances your teaching in ways you didn’t think possible. Get ready to wow your students and their parents too! 24 contact hours

EDUC CE14

Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

Empowering Students with Disabilities - $130 EDUC CE10

Teaching students with disabilities is a rewarding challenge, and this course gives you the tools you’ll need to succeed. No matter what grade you teach—from preschool through high school—you’ll learn powerful strategies you can put to work immediately in your classroom. In addition, you’ll gain the knowledge you need to understand and cope with the most common disabilities you’ll encounter. 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

Guided Reading and Writing: Strategies for Success - $130 EDUC CE08

Around 30% of students in sixth grade already have trouble with basic reading and writing. These literacy problems affect performance across subject areas, and they often leave teachers wondering how to help. Get the professional development training you need to improve student literacy as an accomplished teacher shares the secrets of turning guided reading strategies into opportunities for teaching writing. The road to literacy is also the road to ingenuity, invention, and imagination, and you’ll soon learn how to take your students from groans to grins with creative lesson plans that really work! 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

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Response to Intervention: Reading Strategies that Work - $130 EDUC CE06

If you’re eager to learn the right ways to help your struggling readers make steady progress throughout the year, you’ll find that this course gives you the power to teach flexibly and creatively, without the need for extra training in literacy or fluency. As an added bonus, there’s nothing quite like helping students discover the pleasures of reading! 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

Singapore Math Strategies: Advanced Model Drawing for Grades 6-9 - $130 EDUC CE02

Model drawing is a core part of Singapore Math, a base-10 math program that forms the foundation of math instruction in Singapore. When you introduce model drawing into your classroom, your students will succeed with word problems, build math skills, and develop self-confidence. And they’ll even look forward to math! 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

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Singapore Math Strategies: Model Drawing for Grades 1-6 - $130 EDUC CE01

Teaching Students with ADHD - $130 EDUC CE04

In this professional development course for teachers, you’ll get the training you need to start teaching model drawing, the powerful Singapore Math strategy that gives word problems a visual context. As a teacher, you know that many students groan when it’s time to solve word problems. This sixweek course will prove to you just how effective model drawing can be in your classroom! 24 contact hours

In this course, you’ll discover practical ways to help children with ADHD control their behavior and succeed in school. And you’ll be learning from the real experts: the children themselves. You’ll find out how Kristi controls her behavior and how Wanda handles boredom. You’ll see how Adam jump-starts his thought processes, how Harry satisfies his need to move without bothering his teacher, and how Darren aces his homework. 24 contact hours

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Singapore Math Strategies: Number Sense and Computational Strategies - $130

Teaching Students with Autism: Strategies for Success - $130

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For many students, basic math is a struggle. But for students and teachers in Singapore, math is much more intuitive. And Singaporean students have been top mathematics performers for over a decade! Using a layered curriculum founded on solid number sense and concrete, pictorial, and abstract computational strategies, Singaporean teachers make math purposeful, interesting, and relevant. Soon you’ll learn their secrets and be able to have the same kind of meaningful math lessons in your classroom. 24 contact hours

Develop the skills to counter these students’ social awkwardness, sensory sensitivities, meltdowns, problems with homework completion, language reciprocity issues, and violent fixations. Even if you don’t have a student with high-functioning autism or Asperger’s Syndrome in your class this year, these strategies will equip you to deal with any student who exhibits these characteristics on a regular basis. 24 contact hours

Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

Teaching Smarter with SMART Boards - $130 EDUC CE05

Solving Classroom Discipline Problems - $130 Why do some teachers enjoy peaceful, orderly classrooms while others face daily discipline battles? The answer is that some teachers know the secrets to solving discipline problems. This course reveals those secrets and presents a step-by-step approach to effective, positive classroom discipline. 24 contact hours

In this class, you’ll discover how to create outstanding presentations with SMART Board and SMART Notebook technology. You’ll explore the basics of using these tools and discover how to create your own SMART board lessons blending text, videos, and graphics. You’ll also go beyond the bells and whistles and look at specific ways to use SMART technology to broaden your content and make your lessons accessible to all students. 24 contact hours

Online Course - New classes begin monthly May 15 - Jul 15 Jun 19 - Aug 19 Jul 17 - Sep 16 Aug 21 - Oct 21

EDUC CE12

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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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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 Driver’s 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 course materials included; up to $60.00 reimbursement provided for permits. 286 contact hours This course is offered at the VC Main Campus and Gonzales Center. Call Mary Pullin (361) 485-6830 for class dates.

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 fills quickly, early registration is encouraged. 17 contact hours Course dates May 3 - 5 May 17 - 19 June 7 - 9 June 21 - 23 July 5 - 7 July 19 - 21 Aug 2 - 4 Aug 16 - 18 Class times This course takes a full weekend to complete. Class meets Friday – Sunday during the following times: Friday 6 – 10 p.m. Saturday 8 – 4 p.m. Sunday 8 – 3 p.m. 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 call (361) 582-2528 or visit www.victoriacollege.edu/motorcyclesafety.

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Handicap spaces (Blue curb) require state-issued permit. ($50 ﬁne per violation)

Students and visitors may use reserved spaces after 5:00 p.m.

Reserved spaces (Yellow curb) require employee permit ($25 ﬁne per violation)

Student and Visitor parking is allowed in any unmarked space. No permit is required.

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Museum of the Coastal Bend Academic Building (AB) Johnson Hall (JH) Fine Arts (FA) Allied Health (AH) Johnson Symposium (JS) Library (LIB) Welcome Center/ Student Services Building A Health Sciences Center (HSC) Language Building (L) Sports & Fitness Center (SPCTR) Student Center/Bookstore Continuing Education Center (CECTR) Technology Center (TC) William Wood Vocational Building (WB) College Services & Training Building (CST)

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Index A

Access 2010, Introduction to Microsoft 9 Accounting Fundamentals I 9 Accounting Fundamentals II 9 Administrative Assistant Fundamentals 9 Adobe Illustrator CS5, Introduction to 9 Adobe Photoshop Elements Beginner 9 Arts and Crafts Business, Start Your Own 31

Industrial Trades 20 Interior Design, Introduction to 33 Italian, Instant 25

B Basic Management Skills 10 Basic Motorcycle Safety 43 Blogging and Podcasting for Beginners 31 Braille, Beginning 25 Business Finance for Non-Finance Personnel 10 C Computers for Beginners 10 Computers for the Workplace 10 Core Curriculum: Introductory Craft Skills 21 C# Programming for the Absolute Beginner 10 Creating Classroom Centers 39 Creative Classroom, The 39 CSS & XHTML, Introduction to 10 Customer Service 11 Customized Training 23 D Differentiated Instruction in the Classroom 39 Differentiating K-12 Assessments 40 Divorce, Navigating 31 E Electrical Level 1 21 Electrical Level 2 21 Electrical Level 3 21 Electrical License Renewal 21 Employment Strategies 11 Empowering Students with Disabilities 40 EPA Technician Certification 21 Excel 1 2010 11 Excel Ninja Brown Bag 11 F French, Beginning Conversational 25 G Garden, Start Your Own Edible 31 Genealogy, Beginning 101 32 Genealogy: Breaking Through Brick Walls 32 Going Green at Home 32 Grammar Refresher 32 Grant Writing, A to Z 11 Guided Reading and Writing: Strategies for Success 40 Guitar, Introduction to 32 H Health Careers 18 Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Level 2 22 Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Level 3 22 Homeschool with Success 32

Keys to Effective Communication 12

Singapore Math Strategies: Advanced Model Drawing for Grades 6-9 40 Singapore Math Strategies: Model Drawing for Grades 1-6 41 Singapore Math Strategies: Number Sense and Computational Strategies 41 Social Networking 15, 34 Solving Classroom Discipline Problems 41 Spanish for Law Enforcement 25 Spanish for the Medical Professionals 26 Spanish, Speed 26 SQL, Introduction to 15 Supervision and Management, Fundamentals of 15

Law Enforcement 28 Leadership, Essentials of 12 Lose Weight & Keep It Off 33

Teaching & Education 38 Teaching Smarter with SMART Boards 41 Teaching Students with ADHD 41 Teaching Students with Autism: Strategies for Success 41 Texas Law of Agency 37 Texas Law of Contracts 37 Texas Principles of Real Estate 37 Transportation 42 Truck Driving 43

J Japanese, Conversational 25 Java Programing, Introduction to 11 Journaling, Introduction to 33 K

M Mac, iPhone and iPad Programming 12 Managing Life as a Single Parent 33 Marketing Your Business on the Internet 12 MathMaster 37 Meditation, Certificate in 33 Microsoft Word in the Classroom 40 Millwright Level 2 22 Mobile Apps, Creating with HTML5 12 Money, Credit and Identity, Protect Your 34 Motorcycle Safety 43 N National Real Estate Exam Prep: The SMART Guide to Passing 37 P Personal Enrichment 30 Photoshop CS6 for the Digital Photographer 12 Pipefitting Level 1 22 Poetry, Pleasures of 34 Police Academy 29 PowerPoint I 2010 13 Power Presentations 13 Project Management Fundamentals 13 Promulgated Contracts 37 Public Speaking, Mastering 13, 34 Publisher 2010, Introduction to Microsoft 13

V Veterinary Assistant, Becoming a 35 W Web Pages, Creating 15 Welding Level 1 22 Welding Level 2 23 Word 2010 in the Classroom, Microsoft 15 Word I 2010 15 WordPress Websites II, Creating 16 Wow, What a Great Event! 16 Writer, Beginning 35 Write Young Adult Fiction 35 Writing Effective Grant Proposals - 16 Writing Essentials 16

Q QuickBooks 2012 14 QuickBooks 2012, Performing Payroll in 14 R R410-A Safety Training 22 ReadyMATH 34 Real Estate 36 Real Estate Finance 37 Real Estate Investment 37 Resolving Conflict 14 Response to Intervention: Reading Strategies that Work 40 Resume Writing Workshop 14 S Scrapbooking, Intro to Digital 34 Secrets of the Caterer 14 Selling, Effective 14 Sign Language, Conversational 25

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