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Career and professional development

WINTER 2017

OPEN HOUSE Next Open House is Saturday, January 21, 2017

WINTER 2017 Corporate Training Solutions Certificate Programs

Career and Professional Education at Clayton State University

If you are considering changing jobs or simply want to take your career to the next level, one of our many professional education programs can offer you the educational experience, preparation and certification necessary to do just that! Our Open Houses are free to attend, and are a great opportunity to become acquainted with the instructors who will be on hand to answer all of your questions. Please register for the Information Session(s) that interest you! For more information, visit:www.clayton.edu/ce Questions? Please call 678-466-5118.

Security+ Certification Events & Meeting Planning Online Gerontology Professional Investigator ABCs of Customs Brokerage Business Analyst Fundamentals Improving Team Performance Through Leadership Project Management & Project Management Fundamentals SHRM Learning System for SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP Certification Prep Voice Over Six Sigma Black Belt & Six Sigma Green Belt Medical Billing Specialist Clinical Medical Assistant Patient Care Technician Pharmacy Technician Phlebotomy Technician Medical Coding Specialist RN ReEntry Light Commercial HVAC Preventive Maintenance: Introduction to HVAC Microsoft Excel Languages Life Enrichment Film & Digital Media Photography Leadership Management Winter Free Information Series

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Clayton State University will develop training customized to the needs of your business. We offer free needs assessment and consultations with our consultants to develop a training program or customize any of our career/ workforce developement programs. The training can be delivered at your location on your timeframe. We can also provide the training in our conference facilities on the main campus in Morrow. Satisfied clients include Delta, Panasonic Automotive Systems Company, and city of Riverdale. Please contact Karen LaMarsh, Director, Center of Continuing Ediucation at (678) 466-5115 or karenlamarsh@clayton.edu POSSIBLE COURSE TOPICS:

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Accounting for Nonfinancial Managers Accent Reduction Communications Computer Skills CPR Diversity: More than Black & White Improving Team Performance with Leadership ACustomer Service New Leader Integration English as a Second Language Women in Technology Importing/ Exporting/ Customs Brokerage Issues in Aging / Caregiving Leadership Marketing OSHA/ Safety Training Personal Security Project Management Six Sigma Green and Black Belt Spanish Steam Theory and Practice Supervisory Skills Team Management Time Management Voice Over

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Clayton States University’s continuing and professional education has been there to develop the needed skills for today’s marketplace while maintaining my demanding working schedule. Eric Klein General Manager, Hangar Demand Planning Delta Air Lines

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS

Continuing education and training have become essential in developing the careers of individuals who want to compete in today’s global marketplace. Our Certificate Programs have proven successful for many in our community who are beginning, changing, or enhancing their careers. Through the next several pages, read what some who have completed our courses say about their experiences and our knowledgable instructors noted on each page, we offer free information sessions for our Certificate Programs and invite you to enroll in one or more as a means of exploring the career you envision for yourself. *Please register for your course at least one week in advance.

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Security+ Certification Prep Certificate Program

Event & Meeting Planning Certificate Program

Interested in becoming a Certified Special Events Professional or Certified Meeting Professional? This program will engage you with confidence and provide the skills, knowledge and resources necessary to fine tune your event planning skills. Gain the hands-on experience necessary to become marketable in the event & meeting planning industry. ILEA (International Live Events Association) has approved Clayton State University Center for Continuing Education as an ILEA Approved Content Vendor.

CompTIAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Security+ is a vendor-neutral, internationally recognized validation of foundation-level security skills and knowledge. CompTIAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Security+ provides an excellent introduction to the security field and is typically a better entry point than jumping right into an advanced security certification program. In addition, the CompTIA Security+ credential is also approved by the U.S. Department of Defense to meet requirements for the information assurance (IA) technical and management certifications. You will gain knowledge in areas such as cryptography, identity management, security systems, organizational systems, security risk identification and mitigation, network access control, security infrastructure and more. With Security+, you will build a solid foundation of knowledge that you can grow professionally for years to come. Textbook required, not included in registration fee.

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Qualena Odom-Royes, CSEP, CMP 173CCER084A Wed Feb 1 - Apr 19 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM CE Main Campus 12 Sessions $799

ILEA (International Live Events Association) has approved Clayton State University Center for Continuing Education as an ILEA Approved Content Vendor.

Prerequisite: This course is intended for individuals who have 1 to 2 or more years of experience in the information technology field and/or already possess the A+ and Network+ certifications. A basic understanding of computers and how they operate as well as basic keyboarding and mouse skills are required for this course.

The knowledge and enthusiasm of my instructors as well as the encouraged class participation aided me tremendously. After successful completion of the class I was able to test for my certification exam and I can now refer to myself as a SHRM Certified Professional. I recommend Clayton State University to any professional looking to further their career through certification preparation courses.

FACULTY Eric M. Logan, M.S., Cybersecurity DATES 173CCER708A Tue Feb 21 - May 9 TIME 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM WHERE CE Main Campus 12 Sessions FEE $1699

Haley McNeal, SHRM-CP SHRM Certificate Program graduate

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Online Gerontology Professional Certificate Program

Professional Investigator Certificate Program Pursue a career as a private investigator or private security agent. This course meets the licensing requirements of the Georgia Board of Private Detectives and Security Agencies necessary to obtain a private detective and/or security agency license. Classroom instruction includes topics such as interviewing suspects and witnesses, how to conduct crime scene searches, computer and courthouse searches, police photography, and other basic information necessary to the private security or private detective fields. Textbook required and purchased on first night of course for $75 cash/ money order.

urrently, about one in eight Americans is 65 or older. By 2030, the older adult population is expected to grow to 20 percent of the population. This is a worldwide trend that has created a demand for professionals trained to understand the unique needs of older adults. This certificate will provide the knowledge and skills to help improve the quality of life for older adults. The certificate program is ideal for professionals currently working with older adults who desire additional knowledge and skills and those who are interested in joining this diverse field. The certificate is also ideal for students pursuing a degree in human development who would like to specialize in gerontology. Students in other academic areas who plan to work with older adults should consider earning the certificate.

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Potential benefits of the program include: • Building skills and competencies for individual effectiveness

Paul Purcell, state certified instructor DATES 173CCER925A Wed Mar 15 - Aug 9 6:00 PM to 9:30 PM CE Main Campus 20 Sessions $799

• Enhancing marketability of each professional • F ulfilling continuing education requirements for many professionals

I enjoyed my experience at Clayton State Continuing Education. The SHRM program was very detailed and broadened my knowledge of he HR profession on a global scale. The instructors are very knowledgeable, encouraged us to think outside the box and also share our experiences during our classes. I am now able to apply this knowledge to my current job with plans of entrepreneurship.

• Developing an interdisciplinary perspective on aging • Creating a network for sharing of expertise

You will need to have access to a computer and the internet to take this program. Class sessions are held online each Wednesday for one hour. There are additional online readings and exercises (approximately five hours a week) to this course. Textbook required. FACULTY DATES TIME WHERE FEE

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Lois Ricci, RN, GNP, Ed.D. 173HCER251A Wed Feb 1 - Mar 8 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM On Line Course 6 Sessions CE Main Campus $399

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ABCs of Customs Brokerage

Business Analyst Fundamentals

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The content of this course has matured and grown from the growing relevance of the business analysis methodology commonly utilized by many of today’s business analyst and Project Management professionals.

As a member of this training cohort, you will attend training sessions one day a week with a test at the end of each session. Following completion of the training, you will take a final exam to receive an industry-recognized Certificate of Completion. Those participants that pass the final exam will eligible to sit for the National ational Customs Brokers & Forwarders Association of America, Inc’s National Education Institute Certified Customs Specialist. To become a member of the cohort, contact Donna Mullins at 404-429-6341 or donna@mullinsintlsolutions. com for more info.

This Business Analysis fundamentals course was developed out of The Project Management Institutes (PMIs) foundational standards. You will learn the role of business analyst or how to better supervise business analysts. Gain a basic understanding of the functions and business impact of this role. The course focuses on business analysis functions in development of information technology solutions and the project life cycle. Course topics include the role of the business analyst, gathering and documenting user requirements, modeling the business, business case analysis, process modeling, and quality management and testing. You will be able to work effectively with stakeholders to assist them with defining their business requirements, shaping the output of their projects, and driving successful business outcomes.

Donna Mullins, president, LCB, CCS, CES 173CCER095A Tue Jan 10 - Mar 7 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM CE Main Campus 9 Sessions $2360

As such, the Project Management Institute (PMI) has begun offering the Professional in Business Analysis (PMI-PBA)SM certification. The PMIPBA certification may be right for you if you are a:

The continuing education program I attended at Clayton State University provided me the opportunity I needed to regain confidence in my professional skills and abilities. Throughout the program Donna Mullins continuously reinforced my ability to grasp the information and apply it in a working environment. If attending a continuing education program at CSU is an option, then you’ve already made the right decision.

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Senior executive. Manager of Business Analysis Professional. Business Analysis Professional. Project Manager. Educators and Trainers teaching Business Analysis and related topic. • Consultants and other specialists in Business Analysis. FACULTY DATES TIME WHERE FEE

Lou Hampton, PMP 173CARE112A Mon Feb 20 - Apr 24 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM CE Main Campus 10 Sessions $499

Dominique Mason ABCs of Customs Brokerage graduate

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Improving Team Performance Through Leadership Certificate Program

Project Management Fundamentals

This course teaches you to understand the fundamental knowledge, terminology, and processes of effective project Leaders are successful when their teams produce results! Achieving management. These attributes are essential for new project those results means focusing not only on technical skills, but the managers as they learn how to handle people, stakeholders, people as well. Improving Team Performance through Leadership resources, budget, assistants, technical issues, etc. As a uses practical applications designed to provide the you with critical project manager, you must be able to handle various aspect skills needed to successfully lead and manage in the dynamic of a project’s initial development and be able to see the business environment of today’s world. You will enhance your closing of the project way into the future. This extensive knowledge of your strengths and blind spots; improve your ability to course teaches you about standard techniques such as develop quality relationships; learn techniques to influence events critical path planning, performance reporting, planning & impacting on your time; establish a basic understanding of project scheduling, as well as project team management, team management, a crucial skill in today’s business environment; and, development, team building and emotional skills required finally, be able to effectively present your ideas and projects to small for a successful project manager. The course contains and large groups. many practical interactive exercises designed to facilitate the transfer of skills. After the completion of this course, the FACULTY Lou Hampton, PMP student will possess the necessary preparation to sit for Jim Oldham, PMP, Training Consultant Project Management Institute’s CAPM (Certified Associate in DATES 173CCER510A Thu Feb 16 - Mar 16 Project Management) exam. TIME 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM WHERE CE Main Campus 5 Sessions FACULTY Kevin G. Postich,MBA, PMP FEE $349 DATES 173CARE085A Sat Mar 4 - 25 TIME 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM WHERE CE Main Campus 4 Sessions FEE $399

Project Management Certificate Program

Project Management Institution’s (PMI’s) PMP Certification exam is based off its well-known Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) 5th edition. Upon successful completion of the Certification Prep program, participants who meet PMI exam requirements are better prepared to pass the PMP certification exam. The program focuses on PMBOK theory and concepts and provides a foundation for the application of that knowledge on the scenario-based certification exam. Core topics include the 10 PMBOK Knowledge Areas. Textbooks required. FACULTY DATES TIME WHERE FEE

It was a honor to participate in your Project Management course and have Lou Hampton as my instructor. He delivers a very comprehensive lesson plan and brings to the classroom a challenge to students who want to learn.

Lou Hampton, PMP 173CCER082A Tue, Thu Feb 7 - Apr 6 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM CE Main Campus 18 Sessions $1999

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R onald Freeman, Project Management Certificate Program graduate

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SHRM Learning System for SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP Certification Prep Certificate Program (14 week) Earn the New Standard in HR Certification.

Who Should Enroll in This Course?

This is an exciting and pivotal time in the HR profession. Now, more than ever, HR teams are required to assume a greater leadership role, contributing to the strategic direction of their organization. The HR profession is no longer just about what you know-but how you do your job.

Our certification preparation course is designed primarily for individuals seeking SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification. Certification is a great choice for HR professionals who want to: • Increase their knowledge • Advance their skills

Establish yourself as a globally-recognized human resource expert by earning the new standard in HR certification: SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM CP) and SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM SCP). These professional certifications can open doors for professional advancement, serve to harmonize standards with changing expectations and signal to employers advanced professional development. They reflect what HR practitioners need to know to be leaders in their organizations and in the profession.

• Earn recognition from the global community • A pplicants must show that they have worked in an HR role for more than 1,000 hours within a calendar year, which equates to 1 year of experience. • H R experience may be in an HR exempt or nonexempt capacity. • A pplicants with a graduate degree (or global equivalency) in HR must currently be employed in an HR role.

Ensure you’re prepared with Clayton State Universitys, SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) and SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM SCP) designed for SHRM credential candidates. Expand and test your knowledge and practical, real-life competencies in areas critical for HR career success.

• H R experience may be classified directly, as working in an HR role, or indirectly, by consulting, educating or researching HR practices linked specifically to human resource management.

This intensive program combines expert instruction with the SHRM Learning System« for SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP, so you will learn faster, retain more knowledge and stay on track for success on the exam.

Advancing your career. For those not seeking certification, the SHRM Learning System for SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP course provides a comprehensive and accelerated option for professional development. Participants gain a generalist viewpoint, refresh key ideas and concepts, strengthen their understanding of core HR competencies and increase productivity.

• SHRM membership is not required.

Why Enroll in This Course? Offered in partnership with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), the curriculum is designed by global subject matter experts and covers the entire SHRM Body of Competency and Knowledge (SHRM BOCK) which encourages HR professionals to acquire the Competencies and Knowledge they’ll need to effectively perform their jobs and achieve career success. Our course is designed to help you learn and retain the material effectively and efficiently by combining the best exam preparation system with expert instruction and peer discussion.

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Kendra Matthews, SHRM SCP, SPHR Demetra Morgan SHRM SCP, SPHR

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As a former Clayton CE student, I love being able to give back by providing HR professionals with the information they need to advance in their careers. Being able to facilitate robust discussion in class and have students dialogue about real issues they face in their places of employment is invaluable. And when just one student calls to say that they passed their certification exam, it does my heart some good, just knowing that I played a small part in their success. Demetra Morgan, SHRM SCP, SPHR SHRM Instructor

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Voice Over Certificate Program Students will study voice delivery, how to approach different kinds of scripts and copy, microphone techniques and studio etiquette with a working voice over professional. A professional demo is produced with the aim to get regular work in the voice over industry. FACULTY DATES TIME WHERE FEE

Vince Bailey, voice over artist and announcer 173CCER400A Mon Feb 6 - Mar 27 6:00 PM to 9:45 PM CE Main Campus 8 Sessions $799

Six Sigma Green Belt Certificate Program This program is a comprehensive, hands-on experience with the SSGB body of knowledge-as enriched by the Instructor, technology, DMAIC Tools, and participantsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; experiences. Please bring a potential business process improvement opportunity to the first class. Textbook required.

The Voiceover course through Clayton State University has definitely made it to the top tier of classes Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve enjoyed immensely, learned more than I expected, AND had fun. Our instructor, Vince Bailey, is in a league of his own and made the entire class feel welcome and got us quickly immersed into voiceover with recordings every day. He held nothing back in the sharing of his knowledge and experience and was always on time for every class and did it all at every class with a fantastic sense of humor. Simply put, an outstanding organization like CSU coupled with a one-of-a-kind instructor like Vince make for an incomparable experience.

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Jea R Gackowski, I.E., L.C.B., C.E.S., C.I.S 173CCER081A Sat Feb 18 - Apr 15 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM CE Main Campus 9 Sessions $699

Six Sigma Black Belt I Six Sigma Certification is one of the fundamentals in maintaining the quality level within any organization. Our program provides working knowledge and skills so that you can lead and manage process improvements. You will be seen as someone who is capable of completing difficult tasks. It is especially impressive when you do that on your own time. FACULTY DATES TIME WHERE FEE

Jea R Gackowski, I.E., L.C.B., C.E.S., C.I.S 173CCER081A Sat Feb 18 - Apr 15 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM CE Main Campus 9 Sessions $1599

Luis S. Voice Over Certificate Program graduate

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Medical Billing Specialist Certificate Program

Patient Care Technician Certificate Program

he Medical Billing Specialist Certificate Program (MBS) will give you the skills you need to be competitive in the healthcare market. The MBS program includes legal, ethical, and regulatory concepts including HIPAA compliance requirements, industry-specific techniques for filing insurance, and performing diagnostic and procedural coding tasks. Textbooks required, but not included in course fee.

PCTs are multi-skilled and employed in various settings including hospitals. Take your skills up a notch in infection control, legal/ethical responsibilities, behavioral health, special needs, EKG, and venipuncture. Upon completion you will be prepared for the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). certification test. Textbook and certification exam fee not included.

Prerequisite: You should be proficient in keyboarding, have a basic understanding of a word-processing computer program (Microsoft Word is recommended), and have a command of English grammar and punctuation..

FACULTY Tamela Banner RMA, AHI, RPT

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Tameka Colbert, PCT Tatiana Hill, PCT DATES 173CCER960A Sat Feb 18 - Apr 29

Sarah Holmes, MAL, CPCO, COBGCS, CMM, HITCM-PP, CMCS Deborah Coleman-Jenkins, MBA 173CCER115A Mon, Wed Feb 27 - May 15 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM CE Main Campus 26 Sessions $1499

TIME 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM WHERE CE Main Campus 11 Sessions FEE $1899

Pharmacy Technician Certificate Program

Clinical Medical Assistant Certificate Program

Earn professional credentials and specific skills that are in-demand! This 75 hour program will prepare you for the pharmacy and to take the Pharmacy Technician Certification Boardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s (PTCB) exam. Course content includes medical terminology, reading/ interpreting prescriptions, dosage calculations, drug compounding, dispensing, and inventory control. Textbook required.

Clinical MAs are responsible for medical/surgical asepsis, taking vital signs, assisting physicians, administering ECGs and medications, collecting specimens and performing basic laboratory tests. Textbooks required. Upon successful completion of the program, you are eligible to sit for the National Healthcareers Association (NHA) Clinical Medical Assistant exam. FACULTY DATES TIME WHERE FEE

FACULTY Amanda Daniels, CPhT Katina Edwards, BSN, CPhT Shannon Edwards, CPhT

Tamela Banner, RMA, AHI, RPT Sherone LLoyd, MA Sharon Reid, respiratory therapist , life coach, Basic & Advance Life Support trainer 173CCER971A Mon, Wed Feb 13 - May 24 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM CE Main Campus 30 Sessions $1699

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DATES 173CCER900A Mon, Wed Feb 13 - May 24 TIME 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM WHERE CE Main Campus 30 Sessions FEE $1899

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Phlebotomy Technician Certificate Program

RN ReEntry Certificate Program The focus of this course is to assist registered nurses to return to the workforce. The 40-hour self-paced course plus a 160 clinical rotation will help participants complete the steps to reinstate their license with the Georgia Board of Nursing.

Sixty-four hours of classroom training provides you with a complete learning experience as you work in teams practicing on one another. The lab relies on phlebotomy techs to collect quality samples and specimens from the patient in an atmosphere of trust and confidence. Textbook and uniform required, but not included in registration fee. Externship included. NCCT certification exam is not included, but the program and externship qualifies you for national certification. FACULTY DATES TIME WHERE FEE

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Dawn Cook, CMA 173CCER901A Sat Mar 4 - Apr 22 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM CE Main Campus 8 Sessions $1899

I will recommend this program to anyone who would like to come back to nursing. Nursing care has changed so much that this is your â&#x20AC;&#x153;ticket to rideâ&#x20AC;? into making your dreams come true again for you.

Medical Coding Specialist Certificate Program Medical coders are among the fastest growing opportunities in the healthcare industry today! You will learn how to accurately code diagnoses and procedures on patient health records to ensure proper reimbursement. This course is designed to prepare students for the AAPC (Certified Professional Coder) exam (www.aapc.com). Textbooks required. FACULTY DATES TIME WHERE FEE

Crystal Marchant, MSN, RN 173CCER975A Sat Mar 4 and Apr 22 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM CE Main Campus 1 Sessions $1399

Sarah Holmes, MAL, CPCO, COBGCS, CMM, HITCM-PP, CMCS Deborah Coleman-Jenkins, MBA 173CCER110A Tue, Thu Feb 21 - Nov 7 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM CE Main Campus 69 Sessions $2299

Comfort Lartey RN, Piedmont Fayette

If you are planning to take one of our healthcare programs, except RN ReEntry, you are required to take the Healthcare Assessment Exam, which will be administered right after the Information Session. Also, be sure to complete the required healthcare application found on our website.

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CONTRACT TRAINING

Light Commercial HVAC Certificate Program

Did you know that many of these programs and courses can be brought to your location on your schedule? If needed, the course can be customized to meet your immediate training needs.

Prepare for a career as a heating, ventilation and air conditioning technician with the specialized skills to perform service and repair procedures in the areas of residential and commercial heating and air conditioning. Within each of these areas are opportunities for specialization. Gain the skills necessary to find employment with small heating and air conditioning businesses or with a larger equipment manufacturer or wholesaler. Heat load calculations are done according to Manual J. Twenty five percent of the course is hands-on. National certification exam is offered to graduates at an additional cost. Textbook required, not included in course fee. FACULTY DATES TIME WHERE FEE

Please contact Karen LaMarsh at 678-466-5115 or karenlamarsh@clayton.edu for more information.

Derek Anderson, GA Construction Industry Conditioned Air Non-Restrictive License 173JIND300A Mon-Thu Feb 13 - Jun 28 6:00 PM to 9:30 PM Hearts to Nourish Hope Center 78 Sessions $3499

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Data is everywhere. Whether you are at the grocery store, office, laboratory, classroom, or ballpark, you are awash in data. A majority of job roles today involve some form of data management. A relational database application such as Microsoft® Office Access® 2016 can help you and your organization collect and manage large amounts of data. Access is a versatile tool. You can use it as a personal data management tool or you can use it as a construction set to develop applications for an entire department or organization. In this course, you will use Access 2016 to manage your data, including creating a new database; constructing tables; designing forms and reports; and creating queries to join, filter, and sort data. Bring you laptop with Access 2016 software.

You will set yourself apart from the casual Excel user by adding VLOOKUP, INDEX & MATCH, and Excel’s other time-saving functions to your repertoire. Learn how use Excel’s consolidation function to efficiently summarize data from multiple sources, and so much more. You must bring your laptop with current version of Microsoft Excel (2013 or later).

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173CARE010A Wed Feb 15 - 22 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM CE Main Campus 2 Sessions $199 with Courtney Teague, EdD

An introduction to current spreadsheet application software. You will learn basic skills needed to produce business documents. Prior keyboarding experience is valuable but not essential. You must bring laptop with software loaded.

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173CCPT201A Wed Feb 1 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM CE Main Campus 1 Session $149 with LeAndra H Jordan, M.B.A.

Microsoft Excel - Basics

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173CCPT107A Wed Mar 29 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM CE Main Campus 1 Session $149 with LeAndra H. Jordan, M.B.A.

Microsoft Excel - Intermediate Take that intermediate step up to the next level using your worksheets. You will learn more technical skills needed to produce business documents. You need to bring laptop with software installed.

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173CCPT105A Wed Feb 15 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM CE Main Campus 1 Session $149 with LeAndra H Jordan, M.B.A.

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173CCPT105B Wed Mar 15 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM CE Main Campus 1 Session $149 with LeAndra H Jordan, M.B.A.

Derek Anderson, GA Construction Industry Conditioned Air Non-Restrictive License 173JIND305A Mon-Thu Feb 13 - Mar 23 12:30 PM to 4:30 PM Hearts to Nourish Hope Center 24 Sessions $749

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Microsoft Excel - Formulas and Functions

Microsoft Excel - Basics

Do you want to gain understanding of the methodology, procedures and techniques to become technically adept in performing preventive maintenance tasks to your heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment. In this program, you will be able to perform and demonstrate an understanding of correct protocol and service procedure of HVAC systems. You will also be able to demonstrate the use of tools, testing devices effectively and safely, while performing preventive maintenance.

Learning the Basics of Microsoft Access

Preventive Maintenance: Introduction to HVAC Certificate Program

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173CCPT201A Wed Mar 8 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM CE Main Campus 1 Session $149 with LeAndra H ordan, M.B.A.

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Languages Spanish Level 1

American Sign Language 1

This course is designed to focus on the fundamentals of grammar usage including phonetics, vocabulary, parts of speech, types of sentences/expressions, present tense of most common regular, irregular, stem-changing verbs, and the Reflexive verbs.

Learn to communicate using American Sign Language (ASL). Students will learn the major components of ASL, develop basic conversational skills, and get an introduction to Deaf Culture. Textbook required.

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173CLAN201A Wed Feb 1 - Mar 22 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM CE Main Campus $199 with Cassandra Ammons, ITP Certified

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American Sign Language 2 - Level 1

Useful Concepts for Spoken English Pronunciation: An Introduction

Continue to build your Sign Language skills! Students will focus on more of the major components of ASL; including building vocabulary, conversational skills, and confidence. Textbook required.

You will learn concepts needed to achieve clear spoken American English for individuals to improve your pronunciation. Through lecture, discussion, auditory discrimination activities, and examples, you will recognize specific targets needed to improve pronunciation and will be prepared to begin that process. This course is taught in a discussion group setting.

DATES 173CLAN402A Sat Feb 4 - Mar 25 TIME 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM WHERE CE Main Campus 8 Sessions FEE $199 with Cassandra Ammons, ITP Certified

American Sign Language Receptive Expressive Improve receptive and expressive American Sign Language skills in this intensive mini-course designed for individuals already possessing basic signing skills. You will engage in realistic scenarios designed to challenge your current skills, build confidence AND competence. Prerequisite: Participants should have completed ASL 2 or equivalent.

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173CLAN121A Thu Feb 9 - Mar 30 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM CE Main Campus 8 Sessions $199 with Cassandra Ammons, ITP Certified

ASL Signs for Religious Communities This course will focus on a collection of Religious Signs that will represent all faiths! Vocabulary, sentence structure, common phrases/text/stories, and sign names are a few of the topics that will be covered. Textbook required.

DATES 173CLAN107A Tue Feb 7 - Mar 28 TIME 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM WHERE CE Main Campus 8 Sessions FEE $199 with Cassandra Ammons, ITP Certified

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173CLAN221A Tue Jan 24 - Mar 14 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM CE Main Campus 8 Sessions $199 with Ophelia Rivera, MA, Certified Spanish and ESL Teacher

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173CLAN505A Wed Feb 1 - Mar 1 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM CE Main Campus 5 Sessions $199 with Cynthia Berger,MEd, CCCsp

Life Enrichment

Entrepreneurship

Sewing I

How to Start Your Own Consulting Company

Learn sewing skills including: taking body measurements, layout options, facing, gathers, pockets, zippers, hems and handstitches, and selecting patterns, fabrics, and equipment. Students will make a simple dress, shorts, slacks or shirt. Each student must bring a portable sewing machine to class.

Do you have a gift, a training or knowledge that could be useful to others? Have you ever considered providing consulting services based upon your background? This course is designed to help those who wish to set up a consulting practice get started. You will learn the complete process of starting and operating a consulting practice. The course will begin with surveys and assessments designed to help you pinpoint the best consulting services to offer. The course then progresses into the business start-up process, including issues such as licensing and legalities. You will then develop a complete business plan for your consulting firm that details finances, pricing policies, contracting, and marketing. There will also be an online discussion area where you can exchange valuable business ideas and resources with other students and the instructor. The instructor will keep you updated by citing resources such as books, periodicals, and organizations designed to help small businesses.

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173CLEI900A Sat Jan 28 – Mar 4 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM CE Main Campus 6 Sessions $129 with Angela Worrell, professional tailor and seamstress

Blogging 101 Learn the techniques and strategies for successful blogging. Blogs can empower anyone who has something to say and the ability to say it in an interesting way; yet very few blogs are well-written and authoritative, or manage to reach a broad audience. In this course, you will track and analyze influential blogs in the categories of politics, business, art, lifestyle, and activism. We will look into the past by examining the roots of self-published manifestoes that date back to 17th-century and into the future by exploring multimedia blogging formats and the “micro-blogging” phenomena like Twitter. Bring your laptop.

Professional Security

Church Security Seminar

Blogging 102

Whether it’s increasing crime, mentally deranged individuals, burglary or threats to homeland security, churches and houses of worship have experienced an increase of crime related incidents. In fact, churches have been considered a soft target for terrorism for almost a decade. This course will provide your security ministry and staff with the foundation to protection your ministry and its assets. The course will cover such topics as target hardening, usher/greeter security training, and protection of the staff and pastors as well as asset protection.

This course will take you out of your blogging comfort zone and encourage you to experiment and think bigger. It goes beyond the basics to explore such topics as how to fine-tune your blog’s theme, how to improve your blog’s visibility in searches and across the social web, how to turn your blog followers into a community and how to start monetizing your blog. By the end, you will have the confidence and the knowhow to build your blog into something extraordinary. Bring your laptop.

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173CARE927A Sat Feb 18 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM CE Main Campus 1 Sessions $99 with Paul Purcell, state certified instructor

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173CARE010A Sat Jan 28 – Mar 18 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM CE Main Campus 8 Sessions $349 with Courtney Teague, EdD

173CCPT613A Wed Jan 25 – Feb 1 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM CE Main Campus 2 Sessions $149 with Courtney Teague, EdD

173CCPT614A Wed Mar 1 - 8 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM CE Main Campus 2 Sessions $149 with Courtney Teague, EdD

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Film and Digital Media Courses

Film and Digital Media Courses Intro to Post-Production Editing

Georgia Film Academy - Electric and Lighting his course is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge of electrical distribution and set lighting on a motion picture or episodic television set in order to facilitate your entry and advancement in the film business. The course is offered in collaboration with the Georgia Film Academy. You will participate in goal oriented class projects including power distribution, set protocol and etiquette, properly setting lamps, department lingo, how to light a set to feature film standards, motion picture photography, etc. A large emphasis will be placed on set etiquette including, but not limited to, attitude, professionalism and technique on and off set. You are expected to attend open labs such as guest speakers or OSHA safety classes to complete course assignments.

Georgia Film Academy – Set Construction & Scenic Painting This course is designed to equip you with entry-level skills and knowledge of set construction for the film and television industry. The course is offered in collaboration with the Georgia Film Academy. You will participate in goal oriented class projects including reading blueprints, set safety, use of power tools, carpentry, scenic paint and sculpting. A large emphasis will be placed on set etiquette including, but not limited to, attitude, professionalism and technique on and off set. You are expected to attend open labs to complete course assignments. Prerequisite: You must be a graduate of the GFA 1 course. Please call 678-466-5118 to register.

Prerequisite: You must be a graduate of the GFA 1 course. Please call 678-466-5118 to register. DATES TIME WHERE FEE

173FILM601A Mon, Wed Jan 9 – Mar 6 10:00 AM to 3:45 PM Pinewood Production Studios 16 sessions $750 with Brian Gunter

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173FILM601B Wed, Mon Mar 8 – May 1 10:00 AM to 3:45 PM Pinewood Production Studios 16 sessions $750 with Brian Gunter

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173FILM701A Tue, Thu Jan 10 – Mar 7 10:00 AM to 3:45 PM Pinewood Production Studios 16 sessions $750 with instructor

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173FILM701B Tue, Thu Mar 9 – May 2 10:00 AM to 3:45 PM Pinewood Production Studios 16 sessions $750 with instructor

Clayton State is currently the only institution in the state to offer a non-credit, entry-level editing course. As Georgia continues to lead the nation in the growth of its film industry, there will be many post-production opportunities - including visual and sound editing, special effects, and animation. In the course, you will learn how to use the power of Adobe Premiere Pro CC to edit your movies and music videos, and add documentaries to enhance the project’s original vision, professionally polish your image and sound, conquer mistakes from set and much more! Films live and die in the editing room. Let’s learn how to breathe your projects to life! DATES TIME WHERE FEE

173FILM401 Mon Jan 23 – Apr 10 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Main Campus Music Bldg, Room 144 12 Sessions $499 with Akil DuPont, MFA

NOTE: Pinewood Production Studios are located at 461 Sandy Creek Road, Fayetteville, GA 30215.

I’m honored to be able to teach the film industry workforce and storytellers of tomorrow!

Post Production: After Effects This course is a comprehensive study of advanced editing techniques using After Effects. Through a combination of lecture and hands-on learning, students will develop a basic skill set in: AE Interface, Import/render exports, Animation techniques, Audio, Blending/Trackmats, Keyframing, Masking, Shapes, Precomping, Puppet Tools, Tracking & Stabilize, Effects, 3D Animation, Presets, Codecx, Rotoscoping/rotobrush, and Parenting. DATES TIME WHERE FEE

173FILM426 Wed Jan 25 – Apr 12 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM Main Campus Music Bldg, Room 144 12 Sessions $799 with Bob Thompson, M.A.

Writing for the Screen A good script is the foundation and backbone of any film! In this course, the student will learn how to write for film with an award-winning instructor. You will study structure, character development, denouement and more. Course objectives are to provide you with a working knowledge of the fundamentals of screenwriting with emphasis on character development and structure. Through the practice of screenwriting, you will learn how to represent in words not only story, but also sound design, editing, visual design, and other parameters of media making. You will discover how core concepts of character, structure, plot, theme and tone interact within existing and emerging media and explore how to utilize these concepts to express their personal vision. This course is designed to supply you with tools to expand and enrich your appreciation of all aspects of filmmaking and screenwriting in particular. You will prepare for eventual entry into the professional world, learning how outside forces can influence the decisions a screenwriter makes.

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175FILM476 Tue, Jan 24 - Mar 28 12:00 – 4:00 PM Lucy Huie Hall 10 Sessions $599 with Akil DuPont, MFA

Akil DuPont, MFA Film and Digital Media instructor

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Photography

Leadership Management

Digital Photography I

Leading Change

Whether you are brand new to the digital world, or have recently taken the step from a basic “point and shoot” digital camera to advancing to a DSLR (Digital Single Lens Reflex) camera, this course will help to take the guesswork out and become more comfortable with this new technology. This course will teach you how to use your digital camera to create great photos - not just “snapshots”. You will learn about different lenses, when and how to use them, the use of available light and strobe photography, establishing digital files, and how to print your photos. DSLR camera required. There will be (1) class field trip that will be one of the class meetings. Date to be identified at first class meeting.

This workshop is designed to assist leaders at all levels to become leaders of change within their organizations. Successful change within any organization happens through leadership, relationship building, and communication. You will gain the tools for leaders to use when implementing change.

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173CLEI801A Tue Feb 21 - Mar 28 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM CE Main Campus 6 Sessions $149 with Jestein C. Futrell, professional photographer

Digital Photography Portraiture Workshop Would you like to take better pictures, consistently? Do you want to get more organized with your digital photo collection, or edit your digital images to make each one look its best? In three sessions, this hands-on course covers the skills that are needed to become a better digital photographer. You will learn about camera skills, lighting, image editing, the RAW file format, and participate in a mock photo shoot. Bring your camera and equipment to every class. The third class is completely online. Students must have access to a computer with high speed internet for the third class. DATES TIME WHERE FEE

173CLEI804A Sat Mar 11 - 25 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM CE Main Campus 3 Sessions $149 with Jestein C. Futrell, professional photographer

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173CARE527A Tue Feb 21 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM CE Main Campus 1 Sessions $149 with Jim Oldham, training consultant

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173CARE527B Thu Mar 30 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM CE Main Campus 1 Session $149 with Jim Oldham, training consultant

Leading Through Presenting During this interactive workshop, you will learn the techniques to be successful when presenting; how to design an effective presentation; and, the importance of body language, your voice, the words, and energy you bring to the presentation. You will be recorded while presenting a short presentation and receive a copy at the conclusion of the workshop. You will also be provided detailed feedback for your professional development.

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Time/Life Management Time/Life Management is designed to assist you in becoming more efficient in dealing with the factors that impact you daily. Through the use of the Time Investment Quadrants, you will discover where you spend your time, and investigate techniques to move or eliminate those activities that are not adding value. You will learn the importance of both personal and professional goals and the impact of using a time management system to assist you. DATES TIME WHERE DATES TIME WHERE FEE

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173CARE526A Wed, Thu Apr 4 - 5 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM CE Main Campus 2 Sessions $249 with Jim Oldham, training consultant

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173CARE525A Tue Feb 7 8:00 AM to 12 N CE Main Campus 1 Sessions $149 with Jim Oldham, training consultant 173CARE525B Thu Mar 23 8:00 AM to 12 N CE Main Campus 1 Sessions $149 with Jim Oldham, training consultant

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Winter 2017 FREE Information Sessions Please go to www.clayton.edu/ce and register at least one week in advance for the Information Session(s) that interest you! Wednesday, Jan 18 at Clayton State University Center for Continuing Education 2000 Clayton State Blvd, Morrow, GA 30260 173CCER084O 6pm-7pm Event and Meeting Planning Certificate Saturday, Jan 21 - 9am-12pm at Clayton State University Center for Continuing Education 2000 Clayton State Blvd, Morrow, GA 30260 173CCER971O 10am-11am Clinical Medical Assistant Certificate 173CCER510O 11am-12pm Leadership Program and Course Information 173CCER960O 9am-10am Patient Care Technology Certificate 173CCER900O 9am-10am Pharmacy Technician Certificate

173CCER080O 9am-10am Six Sigma Certificates (Green and Black Belts) 173CCER400O 11am-12pm Voice Over Certificate

Tuesday, January 24, 2017 at Hearts to Nourish Hope Center 640 GA-138, Riverdale, GA 30274 173CCER305O 4:30pm-5:30pm Preventive Maintenance Certificate 173JIND300O 6pm-7pm Light Commercial HVAC Certificate Tuesday, January 24, 2017 at Clayton State University Center for Continuing Education 2000 Clayton State Blvd, Morrow, GA 30260 173CCER110O 6pm-7pm Medical Billing and Medical Coding Certificates

173CCER901O 10am-11am Phlebotomy Technician Certificate 173CCER925O 10am-11am Professional Security Certificate 173CCER082O 10am-11am Project Management Fundamentals & Project Management Certificate 173CCER975O 11am-12pm RN Re-Entry Certificate 173CCER708O 10am-11am Security+ Certification 173CCER401O 11am-12pm SHRM Learning System for PHR/SPHR

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SUMMER CAMP PROGRAMS 2017

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Clayton State University Athletic Tennis Camp

June 5-9, 2017

Full day (9 am-4 pm) Half-day (9am-12pm or 1pm-4pm)

Sherry Echols sherryechols@clayton.edu

Nonresidential

June 12-16, 2017

• O n or before March 31 $135 full day/$85 half day • O n or before May 29 $160 full day/$95 half day

678-466-5257

• Boys and girls

June 19-23, 2017

• Ages 6-1

June 26-30, 2017

Clayton State University Athletic Soccer Camp

Full day (9 am-4 pm)

June 12-16, 2017

Half-day (9am-12pm or 1pm-4pm)

June 19-23, 2017

• Ages 6-17

June 26-30, 2017

Clayton State University Athletic Basketball Camp

Full day (9 am-4 pm)

June 12-16, 2017

Half-day (9am-12pm or 1pm-4pm)

June 19-23, 2017

• Ages 6-1

June 26-30, 2017

Encore! Orchestra Camp

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Sherry Echols sherryechols@clayton.edu

• O n or before May 29 $160 full day/$95 half day

678-466-5257

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Nonresidential Before and After care • Complimentary • 8am-9am & 4pm-5pm • After 5pm, $25 every 15 minutes

• O n or before March 31 $135 full day/$85 half day

Sherry Echols sherryechols@clayton.edu

• O n or before May 29 $160 full day/$95 half day

678-466-5257

Nonresidential Before and After care • Complimentary • 8am-9am & 4pm-5pm

• M ay 30 or later $185 full/$105 half day

July 9-13, 2017

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• After 5pm, $25 every 15 minutes

• O n or before March 31 $135 full day/$85 half day

Schedule will be provided

• June 1, 2017/$525 • $ 75 non-refundable deposit due at time of online registration or full amount

• 8am-9am & 4pm-5pm

• M ay 30 or later $185 full/$105 half day

June 5-9, 2017

• Boys and girls

• Complimentary

• M ay 30 or later $185 full/$105 half day

June 5-9, 2017

• Boys and girls

Before and After care

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• After 5pm, $25 every 15 minutes

Evelyn Champion or Carl Rieke director@encoreorchestracamp.com

Residential

404-988-1245

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Financial Assistance Resources

Since the Clayton State University Center for Continuing Education does not offer degree-seeking credit, we are unable to process traditional forms of financial aid such as HOPE Grant or Scholarship, Pell Grant, etc. You do not need to complete a FAFSA form for our courses. We do have the following options for financial assistance:

We accept cash (in person only), checks, money orders, VISA, MasterCard, American Express, Discover and company purchase orders. Make checks payable to Clayton State University. Check payments must be received at least 10 days before course start date. Payment in full must be received when you register.

Smart Option Student Loans

Use our online registration system at www.conted.clayton.edu. Walk in registration is held Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Use your credit/debit card by calling (678) 466-5050 during office hours. Use your credit/debit card; you may FAX your completed registration form to (678) 466-5089.

Smart Option Loans for Continuing Education are available through Sallie Mae and may be tax-deductible.

For your convenience, we accept the following credit cards

Pay more now: (Interest Repayment) Pay interest while in school and have a shorter repayment period after school to save an average of 30% on your total loan cost compared to our deferred repayment option. Minimum: $1,000.

Pay less now: (Fixed Repayment) Pay just $25 per month while in school and have a shorter repayment period after school to save an average of 20% on your total loan cost compared to our deferred repayment option. Minimum: $1,000. Apply with no obligation at: http://salliemae.com/ im_applying/ smart-option-checklist.htm or 1-888-2725543 1. A fter entering your contact information, when prompted to the state your school is in, select Georgia. 2. S elect CLAYTON STATE U - CONT ED MORROW – 008976-97. (This code must be used.)

Military Education Benefits Various GI Bills are available for many different types of Education Programs. You are just a few steps away from finding out if you are eligible to receive Education benefits. All information can be completed online at http://www.gibill.va.gov/. If you don’t have the capability to apply online, you can call 1-888-GI BILL-1 (1-888-442-4551). If you are the spouse of military personnel, you may be eligible for Education benefits also. For more information, please call 1-800-342-9647 to speak with a MyCAA Career and Education Consultant.

Unemployed?

3. Click Continue. 4. Enter your credit information. 5. W ithin three days of loan approval, please contact Kalen Strader at (678) 466-5114 for further instructions.

Need assistance to return to the workforce? You may qualify for training under the Workforce Investment Act. Visit the training website at: www.atlantaregional.com/ workforcesolutions/training-and-education-services to determine your eligibility. If you have questions, please call the following: Clayton, Fayette, Henry Counties: (770) 960-2172 South Fulton County: (770) 306-5202 Dekalb County: (404) 687-3400 Go to www.atlantaregional.com/wiatraining.

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Clayton State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color national origin, sex, disability or age in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Director of Human Resources: (678) 466-4230. Statements made in this publication are for informational purposes only. Clayton State University reserves the right to change, cancel or reschedule any course for any purpose without actual notice to any individual. However, every effort will be made to notify registrants of any such changes. If a course is cancelled by the institution, the registration fee will be refunded in full and constitute the sole remedy for any course cancellation. Alumni Discount: Clayton State University Center for Continuing Education gives a 10% discount on course registration fees to dues-paying members of the Clayton State University Alumni Association. Please use the Alumni Discount Request form on our CE website at www.clayton.edu/conted. Click on forms. The request needs to be our sent to and approved by Leila Tatum, Director of Alumni Relations, who will confirm current status with the association. She will forward the request to the Center so that the member will be contacted and registration completed. This discount is valid with registrations for alumni, spouse and children. Online courses and some others may be excluded. Attendance Policy: To successfully complete a course and receive a certificate with CEUs, you must attend 80% of the class sessions, actively participate and complete all course requirements. Courses with four or less sessions require 100% attendance. Books And Supplies: Some courses require the student to purchase books and supplies that may not be included in the course fee. Information about the supplies and books (title, author and ISBN) is posted on our website and will be printed on receipts. Students may choose to use the Clayton State University Bookstore on main campus, Amazon or Barnes & Noble.

Children: Most of our courses have been developed for adult learners, therefore, we have a minimum age of 16 years to attend our courses. Unattended children are not allowed at any of our continuing education locations due to safety reasons. Clayton State University Library Privileges: As a Clayton State University Continuing Education student, you may use the Clayton State University Library during the time that you are enrolled in continuing education courses. Please take a copy of your CE receipt and a valid Georgia driver’s license to the library to utilize resource materials and to check out books. Please check the website for current operating hours: http://www.clayton.edu/library. Inclement Weather: In the case of any weather that might cause a disruption in the normal events, Clayton State University has an Emergency Weather Plan that includes the Office of University Relations contacting a wide variety of Metro Atlanta news media outlets that report weather-related closings. In case of a weather related closing, or any other type of emergency closing, the University has an extensive media contact list for such emergency situations. For information about all radio and TV outlets that will be contacted upon closing, please visit the University’s main webpage at www.clayton.edu. During any potential emergency weather situation, information about Clayton State’s plans will also be available on the University’s web page and through the University’s main telephone number (678- 466-4000). Please do not call the Office of Public Safety, or the Office of University Relations. At times of bad weather or other emergencies, University officials make decisions on whether or not to close the campus based on public safety reports and other considerations. In such cases, the safety and security of the majority of students is a prime consideration. If the University is closed, then classes are cancelled for all students. If the institution remains open, we recognize that there may be special circumstances that pertain to individual students that are more serious than those that apply to the majority. So, students are advised to use their best judgment about their safety and that of their families in those situations, and to consult with individual faculty members about making up lost time. In the event that other instructional sites are closed, every effort will be made to contact students and instructors by phone and/or email. Our Building And Offices Will Be Closed The Following Date: Jan. 16 Invoice Policy: In some instances your company may offer to pay for your course. We can invoice them directly if you supply us with your company’s purchase order or educational voucher. Please check our Invoice Policy on our website at http://conted.clayton. edu/courses/registrationPolicy.html for more details.

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Military Education Benefits: Various GI Bills are available for many different types of Education Programs. You are just a few steps away from finding out if you are eligible to receive Education benefits. All information can be completed online at http://www.gibill.va.gov/. If you don’t have the capability to apply online, you can call 1-888-GI BILL-1 (1-888-442-4551) to have a form mailed to you. If you are the spouse of military personnel, you may be eligible for Education benefits also. Up to $4000 in tuition assistance is available to spouses of active duty service members in pay grades E1-E5, W1-W2 and 01-02. For more information, please call 1-800-342-9647 to speak with a MyCAA Career and Education Consultant. Refund Policy: Clayton State University Center for Continuing Education is self-supporting, so student registration fees must cover the costs associated with developing and delivering high quality courses. If We Cancel A Course: Each course is closely monitored to ensure sufficient enrollment. Three business days prior to the start date, if we do not have sufficient enrollment to cover our costs, we may have to cancel or postpone the course. We will notify students by phone and email. Students may choose to receive a full refund or transfer to a different course. Before a transfer is completed, any differences in registration fees will be refunded, if amount of new course is less than original fee, or must be paid, if fee for new course is greater than original fee. If You Withdraw From A Course Or Transfer To Another Course: You will be charged a 15% processing fee and receive the following: • 8 5% refund for all withdrawals or credit towards a transfer made ten or more business days before the start date of the course • 3 5% refund for all withdrawals or credit towards a transfer made three to nine business days before the start of the course • 0 % refund or credit made the day before the start date of the course or anytime following. NOTE: Only ONE transfer is allowed. Please allow two weeks for refunds to be processed. You may choose to send a substitute at no charge. Please call (678) 4665050 to make change. Check refunds are subject to a ten day business hold from the date of the check to ensure that funds have cleared out bank. If you paid by credit card, your account will be credited. Failure to attend a course DOES NOT constitute a formal withdrawal. Return Check Policy: Clayton State University will impose a $30.00 charge for all returned checks. You will be notified and not allowed to return to class until payment and NSF fee are paid.

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Special Needs: In order to participate or receive benefit of continuing education programs, any person who can provide documentation of one or more disabilities may be eligible for disability services. Students requesting interpreters, assistance obtaining books on tap, special seating, Braille, arrangements to accommodate personal attendants and use of special equipment must request services one month prior to anticipated time of enrollment. Less specialized accommodations may be requested two weeks prior to the first week of course. For more information or to request disability services, please call (678) 466-5445. Student Activities Center Memberships: A limited number of Laker Community memberships and tennis memberships are available to members of the general community. Please check the following website for more information: http://adminservices. clayton.edu/recwell/fitnesscenter/membership.htm. Student Code Of Conduct: By enrolling in a Clayton State University Center for Continuing Education class, students agree to conduct themselves at all times in a manner conducive to the promotion of a positive and pleasant learning environment for themselves and others. Belligerent, abusive, profane, threatening and/or inappropriate behavior on the part of students is a violation of the Clayton State University Student Code of Conduct. Possession, consumption of or the furnishing of alcoholic beverages or drugs on the Clayton State University campus or any area affiliated with Clayton State University is prohibited. Students who are found in violation of the Code of Conduct may be subject to immediate dismissal and may be prohibited from registering for additional Continuing Education classes. All Continuing Education students are expected to uphold the highest honor and integrity in completing class assignments. Plagiarism, cheating and all other forms of academic dishonesty are expressly forbidden. A student engaging in, or assisting others to engage in, such acts will result in dismissal without refund and may be prohibited from registering for additional Continuing Education classes. CEUs will not be awarded and a failing grade will be assigned on the student’s transcript (if applicable). Clayton State University Student Code of Conduct can be found at: http://www.clayton.edu/Portals/47/docs/ codeconduct-2013-14.pdf. Transcripts: If you want a listing of the courses you have taken in the last three years, you can go online to http://www.clayton.edu/ Portals/ 539/docs/transcriptrequest.pdftranscripts.htm for complete directions to print a transcript. If you need an official listing sent to a school or employer, please contact us. There is no fee for transcripts. Transcripts only include completed courses.

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EXECUTIVE DEVELOPMENT SEMINARS

Ten Things That Work Better Than Willpower For Winning DATE: Friday, February 17 TIME: 9:00 am - 12:00 noon LOCATION: James M. Baker University Center UC 416 Clayton State University Morrow, Georgia $99 per person

Prepare to Win at Work: Practice and Preparation Create Performance DATE: Friday, April 7 TIME: 9:00 am - 12:00 noon LOCATION: James M. Baker University Center UC 416 Clayton State University Morrow, Georgia $99 per person

Presented by Clayton State University’s AACSB Accredited College of Business and the Center for Continuing Education. Led by Lon Langston Executive in Residence College of Business

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2000 Clayton State Blvd. Morrow, Georgia, 30260 (678) 466-5118 www.clayton.edu/ce

NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION U.S. POSTAGE

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PERMIT NO 195 ATLANTA, GA

Conference Services

Engaging, Empowering, Everlasting Servicing your facility needs for your meeting or special event • Corporate Retreats • Conferences • Workshops

• Weddings • Seasonal Camps • Family Reunions

Complimentary Wi-Fi and parking For additional information, please view our website at http://www.clayton.edu/conference-services. If you would like to visit or schedule a tour, please contact us at (678) 466-5113.