Community
Education
and
Lifelong
Learning
Summer 2015
Welcome to the Summer 2015 schedule of courses offered by Shelton State Community College’s
Community Education and Lifelong Learning Center. Courses for both programs are included in this
schedule. While Lifelong Learning classes are open only to seniors 55 and older, Community Education
classes (with the exception of age specific classes) are open to everyone. Neither program requires high
school graduation or GED for participation.
To register for any of the classes in this schedule, call 205.391.2386 or visit www.sheltonstate.edu, and
click on the menu for Community and Corporate Education.
COMMUNITY EDUCATION
COMPUTERS
INTRO TO COMPUTERS, WINDOWS, WORD, AND THE
INTERNET
COM 142-50
Course Fee: $125
M
June 8 - 29
6:00 p.m. - 9:15 p.m.
Martin Room 1362 4 sessions
For the absolute beginner, this course offers an
introduction to the world of computers including basic
information on the computer, use of Windows, the
Internet, and email. Basic word formatting, including
production of a document, will also be taught. Text: The
Practical PC, 4th Edition by Parsons and Oja.
PHYSICAL FITNESS
COMMUNITY/FACULTY/STAFF SUPER CIRCUIT
COM 167-50
Course Fee: $65
T/W/Th June 2 - July 30
4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Martin Room 1260
Specifically designed for the faculty, staff, and
community at Shelton State, this course will encourage
physical health, body toning, aerobic conditioning,
muscle tone development, weight maintenance, and
osteoporosis prevention. Upon request, the instructor
will assist participants in designing an exercise program
to meet individual physical needs.
ZUMBA
COM 164-50
Course Fee: $30
T/Th June 2 - July 30 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Martin Room 1261
Zumba is an adult, dance-based fitness class that uses
a fusion of Latin and International rhythms with easyto-follow moves. It includes both cardio and resistance
training components designed to tone and sculpt the
entire body. Zumba is designed for adults of all ages
and fitness levels. Class participants at any level
can start Zumba right away.
COMING THIS FALL
Small Engines
Cabinet Making
LIFELONG LEARNING
CENTER
For a $30 per class fee, senior students 55 and older
may take any of the courses offered through the
Lifelong Learning Center.
COMPUTERS
KEYBOARDING 101
LLL 701-01
Course Fee: $30
T
June 2 - 16
10:00 a.m. - noon
Fredd 606
3 Sessions
This is a beginning class to improve keyboarding
skills. Alphabetic, numeric, and common symbols
will be covered in exercises to teach speed and
accuracy.
WINDOWS
LLL 702-01
Course Fee: $30
Th June 4 - 25 10:00 a.m. - noon
Fredd 606 4 Sessions
This is a beginning computer course designed to
introduce the Windows operating system. Learn to use
the mouse and task bars, explore menus and files,
modify your computer environment, and perform routine
file maintenance tasks. It is important to have access to
a computer to practice the skills learned.
INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT WORD
LLL 705-01
Course Fee: $30
Th July 2 - 23
10:00 a.m. - noon
Fredd 606
4 sessions
Prerequisite: Keyboarding & Windows
Learn Microsoft Word; how to enter, edit, and format
text; use spell check; use toolbars; and work with
multiple documents. Students should be able to type at
least 30 wpm.
EMAIL
LLL 706-01
Course Fee: $30
Th July 30 - August 6
10:00 a.m. - noon
Fredd 606
2 sessions
Do you want to stay in touch with family and friends but
don’t understand email? This class will teach you how
to set up an email account, how to send and receive
emails, how to organize your email, and how to keep up
with your contacts.
TABLET
LLL 707-01
Course Fee: $30
Th Aug 13-20
10:00 a.m. - noon
Fredd 606 2 sessions
Tablets are powerful tools for enhancing your online
experience. This class will teach you how to set up
your tablet, download applications, and use it in many
different ways. Please bring your tablet to class.
ART
WATERCOLOR
LLL 773-01
Course Fee: $30 (Cost for supplies is not included.)
F
May 29, June 5, 12, 19 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Martin Room 1943 4 sessions
In this beginning course, you will learn basic drawing
and watercolor techniques, basic color theory, paint
mixing, and the use of a paintbrush and other materials.
Discover the satisfaction of creating your own original
watercolor painting. No prior experience needed. Prior
to the first class, call 205.391.2386 for a supply list.
ACRYLIC OR OIL PAINTING
LLL 901-01
Course Fee: $30 (Cost for supplies is not included.)
F
June 26, July 17, 24, 31
9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Martin Room 1943
4 sessions
Acrylics and oils are used by many fine artists and
illustrators. Some art experience is desirable but not
required for this course. If you have not had drawing,
color theory, or basic instruction in the elements and
principles of design and composition, you will be given
brief instruction in these areas. Prior to the first class,
call 205.391.2386 for a supply list.
HEALTH AND FITNESS
COMING THIS FALL
WEIGHT TRAINING FOR SENIORS
LLL 166-01
Course Fee: $30
M/W June 1 - July 29
11:35 a.m. - 12:25 p.m.
Martin Room 1262
Designed especially for seniors, this course will improve
overall muscular and cardiovascular strength and
endurance, as well as help prevent osteoporosis.
How to Use Your Cell Phone
How to Use Your iPad
How to Navigate the Internet
How to Order From an Online Company
How to Buy and Sell on eBay
How to Set Up a Facebook Account
How to Set Up a Pinterest Account
Beginning Knitting
SENIOR SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
The state of Alabama provides a scholarship program
for senior adults to register for credit courses offered
through the College. The following guidelines must be
followed: (1) An individual must be 60 years of age or
older at the time of enrollment; (2) Each course may
be taken only one time; (3) A person will be placed in
a course after 15 students have been enrolled; (4) The
individual must provide proof of high school graduation
or the equivalent.
The cost of each course is $18 per semester hour.For
more information or to register, call 205.391.2959 or
email scholarships@sheltonstate.edu.
REGISTRATION AND WITHDRAWAL POLICY
A variety of special interest courses are offered through
Community Education. Most classes require a minimum
number of participants. Interested persons should
register at least two days prior to the starting date of the
class to ensure enrollment. This may be achieved by
contacting Rachel Waldrop in Community Education at
rwaldrop@sheltonstate.edu.
Payment may be made by cash, check, or credit card
through the Cashier’s Office on the Martin Campus.
For your convenience, credit card payments may be
made via telephone by calling the Cashier’s Office at
205.391.5831. Checks and money orders should be
made payable to SSCC.
To withdraw from a class, a student must contact
Community Education at 205.391.2386. In order to
receive a refund, students must withdraw before the
first day of class. A 95 percent refund will be given to
those students who withdraw before the deadline (100
percent minus a five percent administrative processing
fee.) Failure to attend the program does not constitute
cancellation. All fees will be refunded in full for class
cancellations due to insufficient enrollment.
DATES OF SCHOOL CLOSINGS
Shelton State Community College will not be open for
classes on July 3, 2015.
SHORT SURVEY
What classes would you like to see taught?
What classes would you like to teach?
Would you be interested in a master gardener class?
Would you be interested in a food or restaurant class?
For more information, contact Rachel Waldrop at
rwaldrop@sheltonstate.edu or 205.391.2386.
COMMUNITY EDUCATION LIFELONG LEARNING
REGISTRATION FORM
REGISTRATION FORM
Name (Please print)
__________________________________________
Name (Please print)
__________________________________________
Address
Address
__________________________________________
City, County, State, Zip
__________________________________________
City, County, State, Zip
__________________________________________
Email Address
__________________________________________
Phone (Home) and/or Phone (Work)
__________________________________________
__________________________________________
Email Address
__________________________________________
Phone (Home) and/or Phone (Work)
__________________________________________
Social Security #_____________________________
Social Security #_____________________________
Course(s) Title or #
Course(s) Title or #
Fee
Fee
1.________________________________________
1.________________________________________
2.________________________________________
2.________________________________________
3.________________________________________
3.________________________________________
4.________________________________________
4.________________________________________
5.________________________________________
5.________________________________________
TOTAL COURSE FEES: $_________
TOTAL COURSE FEES: $_________
Grand Total:
$ __
Grand Total:
$ __
Return this form to
Shelton State Community College
Community Education, Box 270
9500 Old Greensboro Road
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
Return this form to
Shelton State Community College
Lifelong Learning, Box 270
9500 Old Greensboro Road
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
To register for any of the classes in this schedule, mail a registration
form, call 205.391.2386, or visit our website.
www.sheltonstate.edu
Please click on the menu for Community/Corporate Education.
Community Education
and Lifelong Learning
Summer 2015
SENIOR SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
The state of Alabama provides a scholarship program
for senior adults to register for credit courses offered
through the College. The following guidelines must be
followed: (1) An individual must be 60 years of age or
older at the time of enrollment; (2) Each course may
be taken only one time; (3) A person will be placed in
a course after 15 students have been enrolled; (4) The
individual must provide proof of high school graduation
or the equivalent.
The cost of each course is $18 per semester hour.For
more information or to register, call 205.391.2959 or
email scholarships@sheltonstate.edu.
It is the official policy of the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education,
including all postsecondary institutions under the control of the Alabama
State Board of Education, that no person shall, on the grounds of race,
color, disability, sex, religion, creed, national origin, or age, be excluded from
participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination
9500 Old Greensboro Road
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405