Delaware Technical Community College • Jack F. Owens Campus, Georgetown, Delaware CONTINUING EDUCATION WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT AND COMMUNITY EDUCATION July - December 2016 Build Your Career. Enrich Your Life. go.dtcc.edu/workforcedevelopment WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT AND COMMUNITY EDUCATION Table of Contents Professional Development............................ 3 Business and Careers...................................... 3 Computer ........................................................ 6 Early Childhood Education............................. 7 Food Safety....................................................... 8 Health................................................................9 Hospitality.........................................................12 Real Estate......................................................... 14 Social Media...................................................... 14 Technical and Trades Training.........................16 Automotive........................................................16 CAD....................................................................16 Flagger Certification........................................ 17 Forklift...............................................................17 GIS Certification................................................ 17 Home Repair...................................................... 17 HVACR................................................................18 Landscaping......................................................18 PLC Courses........................................................ 18 Contract Training............................................. 19 Personal Enrichment....................................... 20 Adult Basic Education, GED® testing & ESL... 20 Arts and Crafts.................................................. 21 CPR.....................................................................21 Culinary.............................................................22 Dance Fitness................................................... 23 Defensive Driving............................................. 24 Family.................................................................24 Language and Culture...................................... 24 Money Matters.................................................. 25 Music.................................................................. 26 Photography..................................................... 26 Special Interest................................................. 26 Technology......................................................... 28 Fitness................................................................30 Kids On Campus............................................... 31 Encore...............................................................33 Arts & Crafts....................................................... 33 Enrichment.......................................................34 Explore..............................................................36 Fitness...............................................................37 Lunch and Learn.............................................. 38 Technology.......................................................39 Road Scholar.................................................... 40 Travel and Culture........................................... 41 Events............................................................... 47 Online Courses/Training................................. 51 Registration..................................................... 54 Scan the QR code with your smartphone to register! 1 Our Mission The Workforce Development and Community Education Division of the College provides lifelong learning opportunities for personal and professional growth for a diverse population through quality education and training programs. In addition, the Division supports economic development efforts by designing and delivering training programs that address the specific needs of local businesses and industries. Dr. Christopher Moody, Workforce Development and Community Education Director Holiday Calendar Abbreviation Legend (College closed on these days) M - Monday Labor Day Sat., 9/3 thru Mon., 9/5/16 Election Day Tues., 11/8/16 Thanksgiving Holiday Thurs., 11/24 thru Sun., 11/27/16 Christmas/New Year Holiday Sat., 12/17/16 thru Mon., 1/2/17 T - Tuesday W - Wednesday Th- Thursday F - Friday S - Saturday Su - Sunday Important Numbers: Office Hours: Bookstore: 302-259-6116 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Thursday Registration: 302-259-6330 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m., Friday (excluding holidays) Nondiscrimination Policy It is the policy of the College that no person shall, on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, national origin, age disability, sexual orientation (defined exclusively as heterosexuality, homosexuality, or bisexuality), or genetic information be subjected to any discrimination prohibited by the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, as amended; Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972; the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 and other applicable laws, regulations and Executive Orders. This policy applies to recruitment, employment and subsequent placement, training, promotion, compensation, continuation, probation, discharge and other terms and conditions of employment over which the College has jurisdiction as well as to all educational programs and activities. The College has designated a Civil Rights Coordinator, who serves as the College’s Title IX Coordinator and the College’s ADA/Section 504 Coordinator, to carry out its commitment to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination. Inquiries or complaints by students or employees regarding the College’s nondiscrimination policies may be addressed to: Dr. Valencia "Lynn" Beaty Assistant Vice President for Civil Rights & Title IX Coordinator • 400 Stanton-Christiana Road, Newark, DE 19713 • (302) 857-1903 • civilrights@dtcc.edu Notice of Availability of Annual Security Report Delaware Technical Community College maintains an annual security report as required by the Clery Act. The College's annual Clery Act report contains information on campus security and personal safety, including crime prevention, the law enforcement authority of College public safety officers, crime reporting policies, certain specific College policies, and other important matters about security on campus. The report also contains statistics for the three previous calendar years on crimes that were reported to have occurred on campus, in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by the College, and on public property within or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus. Information presented in this bulletin is complete and accurate at the time of printing. Delaware Technical Community College I Jack F. Owens Campus I Workforce Development and Community Education Basic Survival Sign Language Commercial Foodservice Kitchen Safety Professional Sales Certificate Training Program Computers CISCO Certified Network Routing and Switching (CCNA) Early Childhood Education Training for Early Care and Education (TECE I) Training for Early Care and Education (TECE II) Allied Health Certified EKG Technician* Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate Program Clinical Medical Assistant with Electronic Health Records Certification Dental Assistant Emergency Medical Technician - Basic Certification Course* Health Information Coding Specialist Certificate Program Medical Office Assistant* Medical Office Specialist w/ Electronic Health Records Personal Trainer Certification* Pharmacy Technician Training Program* Phlebotomy Technician Training Course* Polysomnography Certificate Training Hospitality Professional Bartending Real Estate Real Estate Pre-Licensing Course* Social Media Social Media Strategist Certification Training • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 30 20 • 32 21 • 180 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • WORK BASED LEARNING Administrative Assistant Certificate Program FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE** Business & Careers HOURS (*includes externship) PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT NATIONAL CERTIFICATIONS COURSE/PROGRAM DTCC CERTIFICATE WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT AND COMMUNITY EDUCATION 66 66 • 112 150 • 330 180 • 123 148 • • • • • 187 674 62 172 220 • • • • • 120 • 24 • • 99 • 34 • • • • • **Financial Assistance Available Department of Labor • Governers Grant • Workforce Development Scholarships. For information, call 302-259-6330. 302-259-6330 I Search classes and register online at go.dtcc.edu/workforcedevelopment 2 Professional Development Business and Careers NEW Interested in becoming a private pilot? This online class is needed to prepare you for the FAA private pilot examination and to operate unmanned serial systems (drones)! Private Pilot Ground School Transportation Interested in becoming a private pilot? This online course is designed to prepare students for the FAA private pilot examination and to operate unmanned aerial systems (drones). Private Pilot Ground School begins Sept. 12 - Oct. 31. This class will present the fundamental principles of flight. Topics include the theory of flight, aircraft standards and specifications, federal regulations, basic aircraft construction, weight and balance, navigation, meteorology, principles of radio communication, and application of aerodynamics. Instructor Jordan Bates holds a bachelor’s degree in aeronautics and a private pilot license. EYF 213 2B1 - 24 hrs, 2.4 CEUs, Fee $265 9/12-10/31- Students will be contacted prior to course start date with course log-in information. Business and Careers Basic Grammar and Writing Skills for Professionals Bookkeeper Certification Course Administrative Assistant Certificate Program This course is geared toward business professionals who may be intimidated by writing or who have forgotten basic skills. Students will gain confidence in their grammar and writing skills through hands-on, practical exercises and reviewing essential grammar and usage skills, punctuation, sentence structure and other writing techniques. No class on 11/8. Instructor: Krista Venero Are you good with details and numbers? This certificate program is designed for people to learn the skills needed to be an entry level bookkeeper. Learn general ledger entry, preparation and reconciliation of financial statements, review common computer programs, and be prepared to take the national bookkeeper exam on the last day of class. Tuition includes the exam fee. Textbook is available in the college bookstore. Instructor: Staff An administrative assistant provides office services by implementing administrative systems and policies and procedures. Topics include: communication, organization and planning, information distribution, records management, document production, financial functions and, human resources. Required skills: administrative writing, verbal communication, working knowledge MS Office applications, and problem solving. Study review session will be provided. Tuition does not include exam fee of approx. $150. No class on 11/10. Instructor: Sherri Mullen EYD 525 231 - 30 hrs, 3.0 CEUs, Fee $525 10 sessions, 9/8-11/17, Th, 6-9pm EYD 801 231 - 8 hrs, .8 CEUs, Fee $109 4 sessions, 10/18-11/15, T, 6-8pm Basic Survival Sign Language Did you know that American Sign Language (ASL) is the third most frequently used language in America? This course will focus on learning “basic survival” conversational ASL. Learn the manual alphabet, numbers, colors, and over 400 signs in ASL. Discuss deaf culture, cultural norms, and etiquette introducing oneself using ASL. By the end of this course, you will be able to utilize basic ASL to communicate with people who are deaf. Textbook available in college bookstore. No class on 11/8. Instructor: Lynn Kohler EYD 544 231 - 20 hrs, 2.0 CEUs, Fee $225 10 sessions, 10/4-12/13, T, 6-8pm 3 NEW EYD 212 231 - 36 hrs, 3.6 CEUs, Fee $549 12 sessions, 9/14-11/30, W, 6:30-9:30pm Notary Public NEW This course provides individuals with information on how to perform notarial acts. It also provides tools so students can develop the skills and confidence to perform virtually any notarial act. The information provided is tailored toward the Delaware notary public in properly executing their duties to deter fraud and promote the integrity and reliability of document transaction. Tuition includes a $25 material fee. Instructor: Mike Ashley EYD 215 231 – 3 hrs, 0.3 CEUs, Fee $89 1 session, 10/19, W, 6-9pm Delaware Technical Community College I Jack F. Owens Campus I Workforce Development and Community Education Professional Development Business and Careers Security Guard Exam Communicate Across Cultures This exam is required by the State of Delaware for all current security guards and new hires. Passing this test is the final step in securing a security guard license for new hires. This test must be taken every five years to maintain licensure. See State of Delaware Professional Regulations for further requirements. Understanding how other cultures act, react, and view the world can go a long way in helping people relate to and work with those who do not act, react, and think as they do. Learn about other cultures without feeling hostile or defensive. This understanding, when applied, can help remove barriers between people of different cultures. Instructor: Jerry Semper TND 358 231 - 2 hrs, Fee $49 1 session, 8/24, W, 6-8pm TND 358 201 - 2 hrs, Fee $49 1 session, 8/31, W, 2:30-4:30pm TND 358 202 - 2 hrs, Fee $49 1 session, 9/14, W, 2:30-4:30pm TND 358 232 - 2 hrs, Fee $49 1 session, 9/28, W, 6-8pm TND 358 203 - 2 hrs, Fee $49 1 session, 10/12, W, 2:30-4:30pm TND 358 233 - Fee $49 1 session, 10/26, W, 6-8pm TND 358 204 - 2 hrs, Fee $49 1 session, 11/16, W, 2:30-4:30pm TND 358 234 - 2 hrs, Fee $49 1 session, 11/30, W, 6-8pm TND 358 205 - 2 hrs, Fee $49 1 session, 12/7, W, 2:30-4:30pm EYC 227 231 - 3 hrs, .3 CEUs, Fee $49 1 session, 9/22, Th, 6-9pm Conflict Resolution Learn how to analyze, address, and manage conflict effectively. Discuss strategies for successful negotiation by identifying strengths and weaknesses and improving your ability to make good choices. Instructor: Jerry Semper According to the U.S. Department of Education, 44% of American adults are taking some form of continuing education. Join the ranks with the following professional skills classes… Business Phone and Correspondence Etiquette Writing skills and techniques greatly enhance communication, which is essential in the workplace. Topics include: business correspondence, email etiquette, and phone techniques. Discover ways to make a good first impression. Instructor: Sherri Mullen EYD 203 231 - 2 hrs, .2 CEUs, Fee $29 1 session, 10/11, T, 6-8pm Learn the process for preparing to submit a competitive and compelling grant. Identify possible funding sources, explore best practices and helpful ways to develop your proposal and budget, and learn what to expect during the review and evaluation process. Students will learn the basic grant writing format that can be used in current and/or volunteer positions. Students are welcome to bring potential grant opportunities for review and discussion. No textbook required. Laptops and tablets are not necessary, but students may find them helpful. Instructor: Ginger Steelman EYD 217 201 - 7.5 hrs, .75 CEUs, Fee $99 1 session, 9/14, W, 8:30am-5pm Managing Your Grant Award NEW Getting work done today requires collaboration and influential skills – all part of effective negotiation. In this oneday workshop, participants will learn how to actively listen, persuade, and seek mutual benefit while creating true win-win outcomes. Instructor: Nancy Mikkelsen EYD 211 201 - 6 hrs, .6 CEUs, Fee $109 1 session, 11/15, T, 9am-4pm EYD 216 201 - 7.5 hrs, .75 CEUs, Fee $99 sessions, 10/12, W, 8:30am-5pm Effective Supervision Networking With Style Effective Negotiation Skills “Increase your marketability and workplace skillset in the year ahead.” NEW Follow up course to “Grant Writing: How to Prepare and Submit.” Congratulations, you have a new grant award, now what happens? Review of the award package and terms and conditions from sponsoring agencies. Course addresses modifications, cost sharing requirements, close out, and other related grant management topics. Participants may choose to bring an existing grant award for discussion – but not necessary. No textbook required. Laptops and tablets are not necessary, but students may find them helpful. Instructor: Ginger Steelman EYC 223 231 - 3 hrs, .3 CEUs, Fee $49 1 session, 10/13, Th, 6-9pm Workplace Professional Skills Grant Writing: How to Prepare and Submit NEW This workshop teaches coaching as an integral part of effective supervision. Learn the special nature of coaching employees to perform a task. Distinguish among performance problems that require coaching and those that can best be handled by clearer instructions, or other means. Reduce the amount of stress in your work. Instructor: Jerry Semper EYC 228 231 - 3 hrs, .3 CEUs, Fee $49 1 session, 11/3, Th, 6-9pm Generational Diversity Four different generations participate in the American Labor Force today: Traditionalists (59+), Baby Boomers (41-58), Generation X ( 24-40) and Generation Y (23 & younger). Each generation approaches work and career in different ways. Discuss the differences between the four generations and what each one has to offer. Instructor: Jerry Semper NEW Networking…isn’t that all about politics and who you know instead of what you know? What if you could turn that idea around and understand the “why” and “how” of building your professional and personal network of contacts? This highly interactive workshop will provide you with tools and techniques to help you create and sustain a network to meet both current and future needs. Tuition includes workbook. Instructor: Nancy Mikkelsen EYD 209 201 - 4 hrs, 0.4 CEUs, Fee $69 1 session, 10/20, Th, 1-5pm EYC 231 231 - 3 hrs, .3 CEUs, Fee $49 1 session, 10/6, Th, 6-9pm 302-259-6330 I Search classes and register online at go.dtcc.edu/workforcedevelopment 4 Professional Development Business and Careers Positive Attitude in the Workplace Time Management Believe in yourself. Your attitude is the primary force that will determine whether you succeed or fail. Managing one’s attitude also involves affecting others with their attitude. If you want to improve your performance and make an impact on people and the organization, take this workshop and be a better you. Instructor: Jerry Semper EYC 229 231 - 3 hrs, .3 CEUs, Fee $49 1 session, 9/15, Th, 6-9pm Professional Sales Certificate Training Program Learn sales skills that will allow you to understand what a selling career is, make a great presentation, use sales basics for success and how to network. Business analysis will teach you how to quickly determine whether someone is an ideal client, reduce sales resistance, how to increase your income and understand why sales people fail. At the end of the course you will get the opportunity for role play, self assessment, critique, and feedback. Instructor: Jerry Semper EYD 231 231 - 21 hrs, 2.1 CEUs, Fee $399 7 sessions, 9/26-11/7, M, 6-9pm The Trustworthy Leader Focuses on how to manage time and priorities when faced with deadlines, high expectations and demands on your time. Learn to stay relaxed, organized, and productive using the most effective techniques to enable you to keep track of projects and get more done every day. Instructor: Jerry Semper Entrepreneurs EYC 221 231 - 3 hrs, .3 CEUs, Fee $49 1 session, 10/27, Th, 6-9pm Delaware Kauffman FastTrac® New Venture™ Verbal Self Defense If you want a fast way to gain the skills needed to create, manage, and grow your business using practical hands-on methods, then this is the course for you! FastTrac© is a framework for entrepreneurs helping entrepreneurs. As a FastTrac© participant you don't just learn about business, you live it. You’ll work on your own business ideas or existing ventures throughout the program – moving your venture to reality. Program combines facilitator-led sessions, small-group exercises, guest subjectmatter experts, and idea sharing with peers with business coaching and mentoring. Instructors: John Childress & Keena Ross This course will teach you how to speak and act professionally under pressure. Modifying and changing behavior will help you take control of a stressful situation. Verbal Self Defense will give you the tools to redirect behavior and calm difficult people. Instructor: Jerry Semper EYC 230 231 - 3 hrs, .3 CEUs, Fee $49 1 session, 12/8, Th, 6-9pm Delaware Kauffman FastTrac® New Venture™ Gain the skills you need to create, manage, and grow your business using practical hands-on methods. EYC 232 2B1 - 30 hrs, 3.0 CEUs, Fee $49 10 sessions, 9/27-12/6, T, 5:30-8:30pm NEW According to decades of research conducted by Amy Lyman, Hal Adler, and the Great Place to Work Institute, trust between leaders, managers, and employees is the key to developing a great workplace culture that materially contributes to organizational growth, innovation, and overall success. This dynamic workshop provides an understanding of how trustworthy leaders develop their point of view and provides participants with key strategies for becoming a trustworthy leader. Tuition includes a workbook and paper assessment. Instructor: Nancy Mikkelsen EYD 208 201 - 6 hrs, 0.6 CEUs, Fee $179 1 session, 9/27, T, 9am-4pm Georgetown, DE Entrepreneurship is Brewing Here! Two local entrepreneurs take the stage each week for six minutes to present their business ideas to gain insight into how they can improve their businesses, get realtime feedback, and connect with their community. Every Wednesday, 9 - 10 a.m. Delaware Technical Community College Java 101, Student Services Center Georgetown, Delaware If you would like to sign up to present your business idea or attend the event visit www.1millioncups.com/georgetownde 5 Delaware Technical Community College I Jack F. Owens Campus I Workforce Development and Community Education Professional Development Computers Microsoft Excel Level I CISCO Certified Network Routing and Switching (CCNA) This course is designed to prepare students for the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification. Topics include: Open Systems Interconnect models, Transport Control Protocol/Internet Protocol models, dynamic routing, IP addressing and Access Control List. Students will have the opportunity to examine network protocols, including Open Shortest Path First and Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. This program is designed for students who want to take the first step in preparing for a career in networking and current network engineers who need to increase their value to employers and stay current with advances in networking. Students must be prescreened. No class 11/8, 11/10, and 12/20-12/29 & 02/28/17 Instructor: Staff EYF 416 231 - 180 hrs, 18.0 CEUs, Fee $2995 36 sessions, 10/4-2/28/2017, T&Th, 5-10pm EYF 825 231 - 9 hrs, 0.9 CEUs, Fee $129 3 sessions, 9/28-10/3, MW&Th, 6-9pm Computers Introduction to Microsoft Office 2013 - Part I How to Build a Website Following an introduction to the Windows Operating System, the internet and email, you will discover new features in Microsoft Office 2013 and practice using basic functions and features using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Common terminology and short cuts will be reviewed as you develop confidence and explore the many features of each program. This course joins Introduction to Computers for three sessions. Textbook available in college bookstore. USB DRIVE REQUIRED. Instructor: Trudy Pusey Need to generate more business or starting a new business? Learn and understand how to market and build your website. This detailed course explains how to use web editing tools to host a small site (up to five pages) immediately without paying web hosting fees. Learn step-by-step instructions on how to work online with a pre-designed template, web editing tools, basic image editing and using an extensive image library. Link to Twitter, Facebook, use a shopping cart, and a whole lot more. Get your business website up and running in less time and for less money with an accomplished expert at your side. Prerequisite: Must have basic computer skills. Class meets 9/6, 9/7, 9/12, and 9/13. Instructor: June McGroary Excel organizes, calculates, analyzes, revises, updates, and presents data in various ways. It can give you the tools to provide insight into your business. This course prepares you to learn Excel basics and covers the following topics: starting Microsoft Office Excel 2013, performing calculations, modifying a worksheet, formating a worksheet, printing workbooks, and managing workbooks. Textbook included in tuition and will be available the first night of class. Instructor: June McGroary NEW EYF 203 231 - 24 hrs, 2.4 CEUs, Fee $289 8 sessions, 9/20-10/13, T&Th, 6-9pm Microsoft Excel Level II This course builds upon Excel 2013 Level I and will helps you create more advanced workbooks and worksheets. It also enhances your understanding regarding how to analyze data and extract information. The course covers the following topics: customizing the Excel environment, creating advanced formulas, analyzing data by using functions and conditional formatting, organizing and analyzing datasets and tables, visualizing data by using basic charts, analyzing data by using Pivot Tables, slicers, and Pivot Charts. Textbook included in tuition and will be available the first night of class. Instructor: June McGroary EYF 826 231 - 9 hrs, 0.9 CEUs, Fee $129 3 sessions, 10/10-10/13, MW&Th, 6-9pm EYF 541 231 - 12 hrs, 1.2 CEUs, Fee $135 4 sessions, 9/6-9/13, MTW&Th, 6-9pm Introduction to Computers Explains in layman terms the different hardware and software components of a personal computer. Learn and customize the desktop, start menu, and taskbar. Understand Windows operating system elements; move, resize, maximize, and minimize windows. Covers browsing the Internet and e-mail skills such as creating, replying, sending, and receiving attachments. Textbook in college bookstore. Approved for Department of Labor Funding. Instructor: Trudy Pusey EYF 201 231 - 9 hrs, 0.9 CEUs, Fee $119 3 sessions, 9/20-9/27, T&Th, 6-9pm creates The Delaware Governor’s Education Grants are programs designed to help Delaware residents build a better career through education. The Governor’s Education Grant for Unemployed Workers This program provides Delaware residents with up to $2,000 per year to learn a new skill, upgrade a current skill or earn a certificate or degree. The Governor’s Education Grant for Working Adults This program provides Delaware residents, who are working, with up to $2,000 per year to attend school part-time to learn a new skill, upgrade a current skill or earn a certificate or degree. Funded by DEDO and administered by The Higher Education Office Find out how you can qualify today at: www.doe.k12.de.usdheo/grants www.doe.k12.de.us/dheo/grants or call 302.577.5240 or 800.292.7935 (outside New Castle County). 302-259-6330 I Search classes and register online at go.dtcc.edu/workforcedevelopment 6 Computers & Early Childhood Education Professional Development Quickbooks Pro Basic Microsoft One Day Seminars! Microsoft Excel I NEW Create, save, and navigate an Excel workbook. Learn to enter data in a worksheet, align text, and adjust the size of columns. Learn to format a cell’s font, style, size, or color and alignment. Construct and copy basic formulas and functions for calculation. Learn how to save, close, open, preview, and print documents. Utilize the ribbon bar, groups, dialog boxes, templates, shortcuts, and new features in Microsoft Excel 2013. No textbook required. USB DRIVE REQUIRED. Instructor: Trudy Pusey EYF 206 201 - 6 hrs, 0.6 CEUs, Fee $79 1 session, 11/15, T, 9am-4pm Microsoft Excel II NEW Create, save, and navigate an Excel multi-sheet workbook. Explore navigating among worksheets, renaming worksheets, and changing tab color of worksheets. Learn to use and construct functions in both relative and absolute formulas to budget income and expenses. Create a summary sheet and analyze data using charts. Explore file management while reinforcing how to save, close, open, preview, and print documents. Utilize the ribbon bar, groups, dialog boxes, templates, shortcuts, and new features in Microsoft Excel 2013. No textbook required. USB DRIVE REQUIRED. Instructor: Trudy Pusey EYF 207 201 - 6 hrs, 0.6 CEUs, Fee $79 1 session, 11/17, Th, 9am-4pm Microsoft PowerPoint I NEW Create and edit a presentation. Explore how to insert a new slide, increase and decrease list levels, change bullets and numbering styles, insert pictures, and apply themes. Format a presentation by changing fonts and font sizes, styles and colors, aligning text, changing line spacing, and slide layout. Use Slide Sorter view, delete and move slides. Apply slide transitions and timing options. Review options for adding speaker’s notes, previewing, creating handouts, and printing a presentation. Learn how 7 to save, close, open, preview, and print documents. Utilize the ribbon bar, groups, dialog boxes, templates, shortcuts, and new features in Microsoft PowerPoint 2013. No textbook required. USB DRIVE REQUIRED. Instructor: Trudy Pusey EYF 208 201 - 6 hrs, 0.6 CEUs, Fee $79 1 session, 12/6, T, 9am-4pm Microsoft Word I NEW Create new documents such as a letter and a flyer. Change document text and paragraph layout such as margins, alignment, line spacing, and orientation. Learn to insert dates, text art, headers/footers, bulleted/numbered lists, pictures, and videos. Learn how to save, close, open, preview, and print documents. Explore the ribbon bar, groups, dialog boxes, templates, shortcuts, and new features in Microsoft Word 2013. No textbook required. USB DRIVE REQUIRED. Instructor: Trudy Pusey EYF 204 201 - 6 hrs, 0.6 CEUs, Fee $79 1 session, 10/25, T, 9am-4pm Microsoft Word II NEW Create and format a table by changing the width of table columns, merging table cells, modifying fonts and borders. Format a multiple-column newsletter, insert SmartArt Graphics, symbols and special characters, apply borders, shading and manual page breaks. Review inserting graphics, headers/footers, and bulleted or numbered lists. Create mailing labels using mail merge and sorting results. Explore file management while reinforcing how to save, close, open, preview, and print documents. Utilize the ribbon bar, groups, dialog boxes, templates, shortcuts, and new features in Microsoft Word 2013. No textbook required. USB DRIVE REQUIRED. Instructor: Trudy Pusey EYF 205 201 - 6 hrs, 0.6 CEUs, Fee $79 1 session, 10/27, Th, 9am-4pm This course provides you with a basic foundation of understanding and using Quickbooks. Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to: set up a company, work with lists, set up inventory, sell your product, invoice for service, process payments, work with bank accounts, enter and pay bill, and use the EasyStep Interview. Textbook included in tuition and will be available the first night of class. Instructor: June McGroary EYF 521 2B1 - 12 hrs, 1.2 CEUs, Fee $169 4 sessions, 9/19-9/26, MT&Th, 6-9pm Early Childhood Education Training for Early Care and Education (TECE I) Curriculum introduces the core competencies needed in the field of early care and education. Students develop essential knowledge, skills, and attitudes that enhance development. Approved through the Office of Childcare Licensing in Delaware; hours can be applied toward relicensure. TECE I & II support the training requirements for the Child Development Associate credential. The training is an integral component of Delaware’s licensing regulations and Delaware Stars. Materials included. Pending approval for Department of Labor funding. Instructor: Tammy Broomall EYD 334 231 - 66 hrs, 6.6 CEUs, Fee $299 22 sessions, 9/12-11/23, M&W, 6-9pm Training for Early Care and Education (TECE II) The Advanced Core Curriculum (Level 2) has 12 modules with an additional 60 hours of child care training. Each training module has specific objectives that describe essential knowledge, skills, and attitudes within each topic area in early care and education. Approved through the Office of Childcare Licensing in Delaware; hours can be applied toward relicensure. TECE I & II support the training requirements for the Child Development Associate credential. The training is an integral component of Delaware’s licensing regulations and Delaware Stars. Materials included. No class 12/19-12/28 and 1/16/17. Pending approval for Department of Labor funding. Instructor: Tammy Broomall EYD 335 231 - 66 hrs, 6.6 CEUs, Fee $299 22 sessions, 11/28-2/27, M&W, 6-9pm Delaware Technical Community College I Jack F. Owens Campus I Workforce Development and Community Education Professional Development Food Safety Food Safety Commercial Kitchen Safety Certificate This program is designed for individuals interested in taking the first step for employment in a professional kitchen. Learn crucial food safety practices. Acquire the basic skills that employers are looking for. Observe and understand daily kitchen operations and learn how to gain and keep employment. Students will also take the National Restaurant Association ServSafe for Food Handlers course and exam. No class 11/24. Instructor: Lee Stewart EYD 598 231 - 32 hrs, 3.2 CEUs, Fee $145 8 sessions, 10/3-10/26, M&W, 6-10pm EYD 598 232 - 32 hrs, 3.2 CEUs, Fee $145 8 sessions, 11/7-11/30, M&W, 6-10pm EYD 598 233 - 32 hrs, 3.2 CEUs, Fee $145 8 sessions, 11/15-12/13, T&Th, 8am-noon HACCP for Processors NEW A Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) plan may result in cost savings for those who work in a food processing operation due to less time spent conducting audits and correcting problems that auditors identify. This course is designed for employees who participate in food processing methods that convert raw materials into safe and nutritional food products. Students will develop a basic understanding of foodborne illnesses and how to write and use a HACCP plan to prevent such illnesses, as well as, the importance of reviewing and maintaining accurate HACCP records. This course is based on the National Advisory Committee on Microbiological Criteria for Foods interpretation of the HACCP system and its principles. This course is approved by the International HACCP Alliance and includes the national exam fee and textbook. Instructor: Tamekia Broughton EYD 218 231 – 16 hrs, 1.6 CEUs, Fee $479 4 sessions, 8/3-8/4, W&Th, 5-9pm and 8/10-8/11, W&Th, 5-9pm ServSafe Food Handler The ServSafe Food Handler Program is an introductory course that delivers consistent food safety training. Topics include: basic food safety, personal hygiene, cross-contamination and allergens, time and temperature, and cleaning. Participants will receive a certificate for participating. Manual and exam included in tuition. Note: course does not meet ServSafe certification requirements. Please see “ServSafe Food Safety Program for Managers” if you are seeking certification. Instructor: Teresa Addlesberger EYD 290 231 - 4 hrs, .4 CEUs, Fee $99 1 session, 9/29, Th, 6-10pm ServSafe Food Safety Program for Managers Delaware law requires the Person-in-Charge to demonstrate Food Safety knowledge in order to comply with the 2014 Food Code. The ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification meets that requirement. There must be someone with this certification present at all times at a facility. The ServSafe Food Safety Program for Managers provides food safety training, exams and educational materials to foodservice managers. Earn the ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification, accredited by the American National Standards Institute-Conference for Food Protection. Learn to implement essential food safety practices and create a culture of food safety. Program includes the latest FDA food code, food safety research, and years of food sanitation training experience. Textbook and exam included. Instructor: Teresa Addlesberger EYD 583 231 - 8 hrs, .8 CEUs, Fee $199 2 sessions, 10/4-10/11, T, 6-10pm EYD 583 232 - 8 hrs, .8 CEUs, Fee $199 2 sessions, 10/27-11/3, Th, 6-10pm EYD 583 233 - 8 hrs, .8 CEUs, Fee $199 2 sessions, 12/1-12/8, Th, 6-10pm ServSafe Food Safety Program for Managers Recertification Exam Maintain the ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification, accredited by the American National Standards InstituteConference for Food Protection. Instructor: Teresa Addlesberger END 257 231 - 2 hrs, Fee $75 1 session, 10/11, T, 8-10pm END 257 232 - 2 hrs, Fee $75 1 session, 11/3, Th, 8-10pm END 257 233 - 2 hrs, Fee $75 1 session, 12/8, Th, 8-10pm 302-259-6330 I Search classes and register online at go.dtcc.edu/workforcedevelopment 8 Professional Development Health Health Interested in a career in the Healthcare field? Certified EKG Technician Attend a FREE Allied Health Information Session to learn detailed information on the requirements, course content, successful course completion criteria, and funding options. Participants in this course will learn to operate the EKG machine. The technician operates the machine, which records wave tracings of electronic impulses transmitted by the heart, onto a roll of paper. After the EKG test is completed, the technician may mark sections of the report for the physician to review. Upon completion of the course, the student will be eligible for national certification as an EKG Technician. Tuition includes 40-hour externship, textbook and certification exam costs. Approved for Department of Labor Funding. No class 11/8, 11/10 and 11/24. Instructor: Andrea Fletcher EYK 801 201 - 72 hrs, 1.12 CEUs, Fee $2195 18 sessions, 9/20-11/29, T&Th, noon-4pm Prerequisite: Certified EKG Technician Orientation ENK 206 201 - 1 hr, FREE 1 session, 9/13, T, noon-1pm Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate Program This 150 hour course teaches the student to safely perform basic nursing skills under the supervision of a licensed nurse. Students will be qualified to take the Nurse Aid Competency Exam for certification. Tuition includes textbook, criminal background/ drug screening, exam fee, and supplies. Does not include $4 placement test fee. Approved for Department of Labor funding. First night of class will be held at the Owens Campus in Georgetown on 10/3 at 5 p.m. Additional classes and clinical location TBD. No class 11/10 and 11/24. Instructors: Staff & Melissa Banks EYK 200 271 - 150 hrs, 15 CEUs, Fee $1999 30 sessions, 10/3-12/14, MW&Th, 5-10:30pm Prerequisite: Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate Orientation ENK 211 231 - 1 hr, FREE 1 session, 9/26, M, 5-6pm 9 Call 302-259-6330 for more details. Registration is required! ENK ENK ENK ENK ENK 200 231 - 1 session, 8/18, Th, 5-7pm 200 201 - 1 session, 9/7, W, 2-4pm 200 231 - 1 session, 10/13, Th, 5-7pm 200 202 - 1 session, 11/02, W, 2-4pm 200 232 - 1 session, 12/08, Th, 5-7pm Clinical Medical Assistant with Electronic Health Records Certification Dental Assistant As a Clinical Medical Assistant with Electronic Health Records, you will learn all aspects of the electronic health records field, as well as being able to fulfill both clinical and non‑clinical duties traditionally performed by Clinical Medical Assistants. Upon completion of this course, students will receive a certificate of completion and will be eligible for national certifications (with National Healthcareer Association) in Medical Assisting, Electronic Health Records, and BLS. Tuition includes: textbooks, CCMA exam, EHR exam, BLS certification, blood pressure cuff, and stethoscope. Approved for Department of Labor Funding. No class 11/8, 11/10, 11/24, 12/20-12/30. Instructor: Shadette Brittingham Learn the skills to be successful in today's dental assisting field as well as the dental profession. This 145 hour course prepares students in the fundamentals of dental assisting. You'll receive hands-on training as the state-of-the-art Enhanced Dental Care facility as well as participate in a 35-hour internship. Upon successful completion students will acheive the Delaware State Radiology Certification as well as become CPR certified. All textbooks, criminal background/drug screening, certification exam, and CPR certification included. This course meets on Monday and Wednesday evenings from 6-9 p.m. and Friday from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Some distributed education will be utilized. Approved for Department of Labor funding. No class on 11/25. Instructor: Carissa Musser EYK 802 231 - 330 hrs, 33 CEUs, Fee $3295 66 sessions, 9/13-3/2/2017, TW&Th, 5-10pm EYK 581 231 - 145 hrs, 18 CEUs, Fee $3949 3 sessions, 9/12-12/16, MW&F, 6-9pm Prerequisite: Clinical Medical Assistant with Electronic Health Records Orientation Prerequisite: Dental Assistant Orientation ENK 213 231 - 1 hr, FREE 1 session, 9/6, T, 5-6pm ENK 203 231 - 1 hr, FREE 1 session, 9/6, T, 6-7pm Delaware Technical Community College I Jack F. Owens Campus I Workforce Development and Community Education Professional Development Emergency Medical Technician Basic Certification Course Prerequisite: Health Coding Specialist Certificate Orientation The EMT-Basic Certificate Course represents the first response of the emergency medical system. Be prepared to care for patients at the scene of an accident and transport patients by ambulance to the hospital under the direction of more highly trained medical personnel. Learn basic emergency skills to assess a patient’s condition and manage respiratory, cardiac, and trauma emergencies. This course combines 123 hours of classroom instruction and 56 hours of practical sessions and hands on learning. Participants will be required to schedule ambulance ride-along hours outside of regular class hours. Tuition includes textbooks, CPR, supplies, and criminal background/drug screening check. Does not include $70 exam fee, $25 State of DE certification fee, or $2 placement test fee. This course is approved by the State of Delaware Office of Emergency Medical Services and the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians. Approved for Department of Labor funding. No class 12/17-12/31 and 1/16/17. Instructor: Lars Granhom ENK 212 231 - 1 hr, FREE 1 session, 9/27, T, 6-7pm EYK 585 2B1 - 122.5 hrs, 17.9 CEUs, Fee $1299 35 sessions, 10/17-3/1/2017, MW&S, 6-9:30pm Medical Coding and Billing II Prerequisite: Emergency Medical Technician - Basic Certification Orientation ENK 290 231 - 1 hr, FREE 1 session, 10/10, M, 6-7pm Health Information Coding Specialist Certificate Program Students are trained to analyze inpatient and outpatient health records in order to abstract information from the health record as needed to assign accurate ICD-10 and CPT codes. Identify principal diagnoses and significant procedures to evaluate the accuracy of data submitted to fiscal agencies. Understand reimbursement processes and compliance programs. Required Courses: Medical Terminology (16 hours online 10/3-10/24 or 11/7-11/28), Medical Coding and Billing I (10/4/1602/14/17, Medical Coding and Billing II (02/16/17-03/28/17) all of which are included in fee. Textbooks included in tuition. Approved for Department of Labor funding. No class 11/8, 11/10, 11/24, and 12/20-12/29. Instructor: Staff Medical Coding and Billing I Utilize basic medical billing terminology to understand the medical insurance claims process and reimbursement procedures. Learn to identify and properly use the special terms, marks, abbreviations, and symbols used in the ICD-10 coding system. Accurately code all diagnosis by reading the source document. Focus on procedural coding used in the physician office system. Bring medical dictionary to class. Required Course: Medical Terminology (16 hours online 10/3-10/24 or 11/7-11/28-NOT included in tuition). Textbooks included in tuition. Approved for Department of Labor funding. No class 11/8, 11/10, 11/24 and 12/20-12/29. Instructor: Staff EYK 583 231 - 96 hrs, 9.6 CEUs, Fee $1599 32 sessions, 10/4-2/14/2017, T&Th, 6-9pm Students are trained to analyze inpatient and outpatient health records in order to abstract information from the health record as needed to assign accurate ICD-10 and CPT codes. Identify principal diagnoses and significant procedures to evaluate the accuracy of data submitted to fiscal agencies. Understand reimbursement processes and compliance programs. Prerequisites: Medical Terminology (16 hours online 10/3-10/24 or 11/7-11/28) and Medical Coding and Billing I - 10/4/16-2/14/17). Textbooks included in tuition. Approved for Department of Labor funding. Instructor: Staff Health Medical Office Assistant Prepare to work as a medical front office assistant. Perform administrative and certain clinical duties under the direction of physician. Administrative duties may include scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, billing, and coding for insurance purposes. Clinical duties may include taking and recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examination, drawing blood, and administering medications as directed by physician. Student must demonstrate basic computer skills. Pre-requisite: Medical Terminology (16 hours online – NOT included in tuition). Tuition includes a 40 hour externship, exam fee (for the Medical Office Assistant exam. You may also take the Clinical Medical Office Assistant exam which is not included in the tuition), textbook and criminal background/drug screening. Approved for Department of Labor funding. No class 12/19, 12/21, 12/26, 12/28/16 and 01/16/17. Instructor: Felicia Rogers EYK 591 231 - 147 hrs, 18.7 CEUs, Fee $1689 49 sessions, 11/7-5/10/2017, M&W, 6-9pm Prerequisite: Medical Office Assistant Orientation ENK 209 231 - 1 hr, FREE 1 session, 10/24, M, 6-7pm EYK 582 231 - 36 hrs, 3.6 CEUs, Fee $599 12 sessions, 2/16/2017-3/28/2017, T&Th, 6-9pm EYK 587 231 - 132 hrs, 14.8 CEUs, Fee $2249 44 sessions, 10/4-3/28/2017, T&Th, 6-9pm 302-259-6330 I Search classes and register online at go.dtcc.edu/workforcedevelopment 10 Professional Development Health Medical Office Specialist with Electronic Health Records Medical Office Specialist Information Session Increase your marketability in the medical field by taking this comprehensive training that includes Clinical and Administrative Medical Assisting, Billing and Coding, Electronic Health Records, and CPR/1st Aide certification. In this program you will learn about all of these aspects of a medical facility or office and be eligible to take the respective National Healthcareer Association Certification Exams upon successful completion of the coursework. In addition, students will complete a 170 hour externship with a local healthcare provider to gain hands on experience in the field and make valuable connections with employers. Tuition includes: Textbooks, CCMA Exam, CMAA Exam, CEHRS Exam, Billing and Coding Exam, CPR/1st Aide Certification, blood pressure cuff and stethoscope. Register for the FREE Information Session to learn more about the program and funding opportunities available. No class 08/26, 09/05, 11/24, 12/19-01/08 and 01/16. Come join us for a free detailed info session on the eligibility requirements, course content, and what is expected to successfully complete the Blue Collar funded Medical Office Specialist program. Instructor: Staff EYK 201 2B1 - 504 hrs, 67.4, Fee $5939 84 sessions, 8/22-2/13/2017, MTWTh&F, 9am-3:30pm Are you interested in obtaining four nationally recognized medical certifications in one course? If so, the Medical Office Specialist with Electronic Health Records course maybe for you! Delaware Tech has financial assistance for unemployed/ underemployed adults to help! For more information, call 259-6365. *This is an Equal Opportunity Program funded by the Delaware Workforce Development Board and Delaware Department of Labor, Division of Employment and Training. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. 11 WND 205 201 - 3 hrs, FREE! 1 session, 7/12, T, 9:30am-12:30pm WND 205 202 - 3 hrs, FREE! 1 session, 7/18, M, 1-4pm Medical Terminology-Online Presents a study of basic medical terminology: prefixes, suffixes, word roots, combining forms, special endings, plural forms, abbreviations, and symbols. The first night (10/3 or 11/7) will be held on campus in Georgetown from 5-6 p.m.; the rest of the course is online. Textbook available in college bookstore. Approved for Department of Labor funding. Instructor: Margaret Fleetwood EYK 252 2B1 - 16 hrs, 1.6 CEUs, Fee $205 4 sessions, 10/3-10/24 EYK 252 2B2 – 16 hrs, 1.6 CEUs, Fee $205 4 sessions, 11/7-11/28 Personal Trainer Information Session Come join us for a free detailed info session on the requirements, course content, and what is expected to successfully complete the Personal Trainer Certification Course. ENK 201 261 - 1 hrs, FREE! 1 session, 9/10, S, 10:30-11:30am Personal Trainer Certification Whether for a career move or for personal knowledge, students get all the information needed to become a Certified Personal Trainer. This industry and employer driven course is formatted as a 62-hour program and is comprised of 16 hours of lecture, 16 hours of hands-on practical training and a 30-hour internship that networks many graduates right into a job. Practicing what you learn in this challenging course makes it all come together in eight weeks with the national exam on the ninth week. The course prepares students for career success with key topics that include biomechanics, exercise physiology, fitness testing, equipment usage, and health assessment. CPR/AED is required. W.I.T.S. is the only major certifying body in the country providing comprehensive practical training and internship components. The text is required and not included in course fees. Students should call 1-888-330-9487 to order the text and start reading immediately. Additional information is available at www.witseducation.com. Special Note: Be one of the first five students to register and receive a free eBook! Approved for Department of Labor funding. No class 11/26. EYK 575 261 - 32 hrs, 6.2 CEUs, Fee $799 9 sessions, 10/8-12/10, S, 9-11am Prerequisite: Personal Trainer Orientation ENK 282 261 - 1 hr, FREE 1 session, 9/10, S, 10:30-11:30am Pharmacy Technician Training Program If you are interested in an exciting journey into one of today's fastest growing fields in healthcare, Pharmacy Technician is for you! Whether you end up working in a hospital, community, mail order or another type of pharmacy, the knowledge you will gain from this course will prepare you well for you new career. Students who successfully complete this course will be eligible to take the PTCB (Pharmacy Technician Certification Board) exam. Tuition includes textbook, exam fee, criminal background/drug screening, and a 40-hour externship experience. Does not include $2 placement fee. Approved for Department of Labor funding. No class 11/24, 12/19, 12/22, 12/26, 12/29 and 01/16/17. Instructors: Debbie Kemp, RPhT, CPhT EYK 579 231 - 132 hrs, 17.2 CEUs, Fee $1895 40 sessions, 9/19-1/30/2017, M&Th, 6-10pm Prerequisite: Pharmacy Technician Orientation ENK 285 231 - 1 hr, FREE 1 session, 9/12, M, 6-7pm Delaware Technical Community College I Jack F. Owens Campus I Workforce Development and Community Education Professional Development Phlebotomy Technician Training Course This course is certified by the American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians (ASPT). Students are trained to perform a variety of blood collection methods using proper techniques and precautions. Classes are taught in lecture, student laboratory, and through clinical experiences. ASPT certification exam will be administered at the conclusion of the program. Prerequisite: Medical Terminology (16 hours online – NOT included in tuition). Program includes 140-hours of classroom training and an 80-hour externship. Does not include $2 placement test fee. Tuition includes criminal background/drug screening, exam fee and textbook. Approved for Department of Labor funding. No class 11/24. Instructor: Todd Hobson EYK 214 231 - 140 hrs, 2.2 CEUs, Fee $2999 35 sessions, 9/19-12/8, MW&Th, 5:30-9:30pm Prerequisite: Phlebotomy Technician Training Orientation ENK 293 231 - 1 hr, FREE 1 session, 9/12, M, 5:30-6:30pm Health & Hospitality The following courses are approved for Department of Labor funding: Certified EKG Technician Certified Nursing Assistant Clinical Medical Assistant with Electronic Health Records Dental Assistant Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Basic Certification Course Health Information Coding Specialist Certificate Program Medical Coding and Billing I and II Medical Office Assistant Medical Terminology Personal Trainer Certification Pharmacy Technician Training Program FUNDING AVAILABLE Phlebotomy Technician Training Course For more information, call 302-259-6330. Polysomnographer (Sleep) Technician Certificate This program prepares students to work as trainees with sleep technologists in the performance of diagnostic sleep studies that are required for the evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders. Sleep recordings are made during the patient’s usual sleep hours. Techs may work during the night usually in 10-12 hour shifts. This program was developed in accordance with the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM), and together with the required work experience (at least 9 months) and completion of the 14 AASM A-STEP self-study modules, will prepare the student to sit for the Registered Polysomnographic Technologist Exam. The course includes 90 hours of theory training, 30 hours hands on, and additional 25 hours clinical experience, textbooks, and CPR certification. The majority of this training is a virtual classroom. Pending approval for Department of Labor funding. No class 11/8. EYK 202 231 – 90 hrs, 1.2 CEUs Fee $3,495 18 sessions, 9/20-11/22, T&Th, 5-10pm Prerequisite: Polysomnographer (Sleep) Technician Orientation Hospitality Professional Bartending Learn actual mixing/presentations, glassware identification, drink recipes, proper etiquette, appearance, and professional handling of situations. $20.00 materials fee included in tuition. Must complete six out of eight sessions to receive a certificate. Must be at least age 21. Please note: students will be participating in required "field trips" that include taste testing and hands-on drink mixing opportunities with local establishments on the following dates: 10/04: 16 Mile Brewing Company in Georgetown, 10/11: Misspillion Brewery in Milford, 10/18: Delaware Distilling in Rehoboth Beach, 10/25 and 11/01: Heritage Shores in Bridgeville and 11/15: Nassau Valley Vineyards in Lewes..Students will be responsible for their own transportation. Textbook available in college bookstore. Approved for Department of Labor funding. No class on 11/08. Instructor: Mike Cook EYD 206 231 - 24 hrs, 2.4 CEUs, Fee $305 8 sessions, 9/27-11/22, T, 6:30-9:30pm PAYMENT PLANS FOR CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS Payment plans and scholarships available for select programs. Call 302-259-6330 for more details. ENK 287 231 - 1 hr, FREE 1 session, 9/13, T, 5-6pm 302-259-6330 I Search classes and register online at go.dtcc.edu/workforcedevelopment 12 Professional Development Hospitality Interested in a career in the Hospitality Industry? PROJECTED JOB GROWTH PROJECTED JOB GROWTH FOR HOTEL, MOTEL, AND RESORT DESK CLERKS MAIDS AND HOUSEKEEPING CLEANERS 2012 TO 2022 89% 50% Source: EMSI Certified Front Desk Representative Source: EMSI NEW Are you a “people-person”? Do you like computers? Are you good on the phone? You could use those skills to check in guests, accept payments on accounts and impress guests with great service. If you like the idea of being at the heart of a hotel’s action, the front office is for you. This American Hotel and Lodging Educational Institute course is appropriate for students, recently hired hotel associates and current employees who need new skills. The 20-hour (12 classroom hours and 8 hours in a hotel setting) interactive course is designed to prepare participants for a career in front desk operations. Some things participants will learn: • The purpose and tasks of a front desk representative. • The various equipment and systems that front desk representatives use in the course of performing their duties. • The definition of different types of reservations. • To identify and define some of the basic room inventory, status, and rate terms. Candidates who successfully complete the course and pass the AHLEI certification exams will be recognized as a Certified Front Desk Representative and a Certified Guest Service Professional. These designations are recognized worldwide. A high school diploma or GED is prerequisite. EYD 219 230 - 12 hrs, 1.2 CEUs, Fee $299 4 sessions, 9/26-10/5, M&W, 6-9pm 2012 TO 2022 Certified Guestroom Attendant This American Hotel and Lodging Educational Institute course is appropriate for students, recently hired hotel associates and current employees who need new skills. The 20-hour (12 classroom hours and 8 hours in a hotel setting) interactive course is designed to prepare participants for a job as a guestroom attendant. Some things participants will learn: • Why guestroom attendants are so important to a lodging operation. • The superior performance standards that guestroom attendants strive to meet and the list of tasks that guestroom attendants perform. • The role of guestroom attendants in keeping guest’s belongings and the property secure. • The importance of inventory in the housekeeping department and the role each guestroom attendant may be asked to play in performing an inventory count. • OSHA regulations pertaining to housekeeping and laundry areas. Candidates who successfully complete the course and pass the AHLEI certification exams will be recognized as a Certified Guestroom Attendant and a Certified Guest Service Professional. These designations are recognized worldwide. A high school diploma or GED is prerequisite. EYD 220 230 - 12 hrs, 1.2 CEUs, Fee $299 4 sessions, 10/17-10/26, M&W, 6-9pm 13 NEW If you take pride in making everything “just so” and want to play a key role in providing a hotel’s main product – a spotless guestroom – housekeeping may be for you. You’ll also help guests feel comfortable and safe in their rooms. Delaware Technical Community College I Jack F. Owens Campus I Workforce Development and Community Education Professional Development Real Estate Social Media Real Estate Pre-Licensing Course Info Night Blogging 101 Come join us for a free detailed info session on the requirements, course content, and what is expected to successfully complete the Real Estate Pre-Licensing Course. Instructors: William Ferreri ENL 201 231 - 1 hr, FREE! 1 session, 8/23, T, 6-7pm Real Estate Pre-Licensing Course Prepares participants for the Delaware real estate sales licensing examination. Consists of two distinct sections: Real Estate Principles & Law. Participants may be required to take Real Estate Mathematics. A math challenge exam will be given the first night of class to determine if participant is exempt. Successful completion meets the Delaware real estate education requirements. Textbooks in college bookstore. Approved by the DE and MD real estate commissions. Approved for VA benefits. No class 11/8 and 11/10. Instructors: William Ferreri & Walt Taraila Real Estate & Social Media Learn how to set up a blog, what to write, and how to promote your blog. Course can serve as a prerequisite for “Blogging – Beyond Basics.” Must have an active email address. Instructor: Lisa Flowers EYF 531 261 - 3 hrs, .3 CEUs, Fee $39 1 session, 10/8, S, 9am-noon Blogging - Beyond Basics NEW If you have an active blog or want to revive the one you have, this course is for you! Learn how to create key performance indicators, ways to make money from affiliate links, and where to find free images. Discussion will include: responding to comments, integrating your blog with other social media platforms, and using social media to promote your blog and build authority and influence. Prerequisite: Participants must have a blog and understand basic blogging principles. Instructor: Lisa Flowers EYF 210 261 - 3 hrs, .3 CEUs, Fee $39 1 session, 11/5, S, 9am-noon EYL 200 231 - 76 hrs, 7.6 CEUs, Fee $689 19 sessions, 9/6-11/15, T&Th, 6-10pm Creating Your Social Media Strategy Real Estate Mathematics A social media plan is critical to your business success. Learn to write, develop, and follow a social media plan that will include strategic development and create an editorial (content) calendar. Discuss ways to find content and images. Must have a working knowledge of Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Instructor: Lisa Flowers Provides prospective sales persons with a working knowledge of real estate mathematics. Required for students in Real Estate Pre-Licensing Course who do not pass the math exemption test. Successful completion meets the real estate education requirements for math in Delaware. Textbook in bookstore. Approved by the DE and MD real estate commissions. Approved for VA benefits. No class 11/24. Instructor: Carol Bunting EYL 203 231 - 28 hrs, 2.8 CEUs, Fee $195 7 sessions, 11/17-12/13, T&Th, 6-10pm EYF 547 261 - 3 hrs, 0.3 CEUs, Fee $39 1 session, 11/5, S, 1-4pm Facebook for Business NEW As the largest social media platform, Facebook is the starting place for conversations leading to business. Your company can no longer afford not to be part of the online conversation and sales. Facebook can help your company extend your reach while reducing marketing costs compared to traditional marketing channels. This course will provide the information you need to develop a powerful and lasting online brand for your business on Facebook. Instructor: Lisa Flowers EYF 212 261 - 3 hrs, .3 CEUs, Fee $39 1 session, 12/3, S, 1-4pm Ramp Up Your Holiday Marketing with an Email Marketing Campaign NEW Are you getting your business ready for the upcoming holiday rush? Have you thought about a new email marketing strategy? This course will introduce you to Constant Contact’s Sign Up Tools and Social Share that can help any business create an exciting email campaign. Review the best practices and open a free trial during class to get acquainted with the program. For those already using Constant Contact, you can begin creating your holiday campaign. Instructor: Pam Wood EYF 215 201, 3 hrs, 0.3 CEUs, Fee $39 1 session, 10/4, T, 1-4 pm EYF 215 261, 3 hrs, 0.3 CEUs, Fee $39 1 session, 10/8, Sat., 1-4 pm 302-259-6330 I Search classes and register online at go.dtcc.edu/workforcedevelopment 14 Social Media Professional Development Social Media for Restaurants NEW Your restaurant has a social media presence even if you didn’t create it. Your customers are tweeting, posting to Facebook, uploading pictures to Instagram, and publishing Yelp reviews. By incorporating the ideas you will learn in this workshop, you can increase awareness, generate engagement, and keep customers coming back. Prerequisite: Participants must have a Facebook page for their business. Instructor: Lisa Flowers Social Media Strategist Certification Training The NISM Social Media Strategist (SMS) certification training course (34 hours: 30 hours of classroom instruction and 4 hours of outside instructor time to be scheduled) will put you at the forefront of social media in business today. It will not only provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to become proficient in strategic social media methodologies, but it will also prepare you to take the NISM Social Media Strategist certification examination. Textbook is required and not included in tuition. Call to order and start reading immediately: 651-344-7293 or e-mail jradke@nismonline.org. Must have working knowledge of Facebook, Twitter, and Linkedin. Approved for Department of Labor funding. The course is divided into six separate content modules: Strategic Planning Create a social media strategic plan that supports company goals. Compliance & Governance Learn the components and framework of social media policies. Social Media Marketing Generate a social media marketing plan with targeted content. Project & Compaign Management Develop social media plans with key performance indicators. Community Management Learn the principles of engaging and building relationships online. EYF 211 261 - 3 hrs, .3 CEUs, Fee $39 1 session, 10/8, S, 1-4pm Twitter - Tweet Your Way to Success Twitter is one of the easiest social media tools. However, for many, it can be overwhelming and confusing. This course focuses on how to create and polish a personal and business Twitter account. Participants will unravel the mystery of Twitter language, find content that gets liked and retweeted, uncover common Twitter mistakes, and learn strategies to promote a business. Instructor: Lisa Flowers EYF 209 261 - 3 hrs, .3 CEUs, Fee $39 1 session, 12/3, S, 9am-noon SAVE THE DATE 5 TH A N N U A L Social Media Conference Research & Analysis Showcase the results of your work to those who need to know. Instructor: Lisa Flowers EYC 240 261 - 34 hrs, 3.4 CEUs, Fee $1685 (includes exam fee) 6 sessions, 10/14: 6-9 pm, 10/15-10/16: 9 am-4 pm, 10/28: 6-9 pm, 10/29-10/30: 9am-4pm EYC 235 261 - 34 hrs, 3.4 CEUs, Fee $1325 6 sessions, 10/14: 6-9 pm, 10/15-10/16: 9 am-4 pm, 10/28: 6-9 pm, 10/29-10/30: 9am-4pm EYC 235 2W1 - 34 hrs, 3.4 CEUs, Fee $1325 Online, 10/6-12/1 FREE Information Session Join us for a free information session to learn more about our new Social Media Strategist Certification Training program. Registration required. ENC 209 231 - 1 hr, FREE 1 session, 9/14, W, 6-7pm 15 NEW February 16, 2017 Carter Partnership Center Owens Campus • Georgetown, DE Delaware Technical Community College I Jack F. Owens Campus I Workforce Development and Community Education Technical & Trades Training Automotive Automotive Sales Training Basic Automotive Service I NEW This automotive sales training will provide the participants with the basic tools to succeed as a sales person within the new and used automotive sales industry. The participants will be able to utilize various methods of obtaining specific product and parts knowledge to meet the customer’s needs. The participant will learn critical sales and successful customer service techniques, standard processes and procedures, paperwork and timelines for successful completion of sales. Participants will also learn how to keep customers throughout the life of the vehicle and retain customers for additional sales. Students will be assisted with internship opportunities with local businesses at the completion of the program. Instructor: H.G. Wilson EYY 223 2B1 - 48 hrs, 4.8 CEUs, Fee $495 16 sessions, 9/13-11/3, T&Th, 5:30-8:30pm Automotive & CAD NEW Start your career in the rewarding automotive maintenance industry in 2016 as an Automotive Service Technician! This new course will provide students with the knowledge and skills required to secure a job in the growing quick-lube and basic auto service industry. This all-inclusive course will include both classroom and hands-on learning experiences in the following areas: • Automotive Tools and Equipment • Fluids and Filters • Vehicle Preparation • Automobile Lifts and Pits • Safety and Shop Procedures • Professional & Personal Standards After the completion of this training and 12-months of successful employment in the industry, students will be eligible to sit for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) G1 Certification. Instructor: Tom Molnar EYY 720 2B1, 24 hrs, 2.4 CEUs, Fee $495 + $200 Lab Fee Automotive Service Advisement 8 sessions, 8/1-8/11, MTWR, 1-4pm This course prepares the student for a job as an entry level automotive service advisor. The students will practice and apply the procedures and methods used to manage a repair or maintenance service from start to finish. Students will learn and apply the interrelated skills and capabilities required to become an effective member of the automotive service team in any automotive service facility. This includes communicating with a customer to identify what work needs to be done, passing on this information to a technician, and managing the entire process to ensure the customer is completely satisfied. Textbook will be available in the bookstore. Instructor: TBD Small Engine Repair I EYY 218 2B1 - 35 hrs, 3.5 CEUs, Fee $375 Call Shelley Grabel at 259-6386 for dates and times. Small Engine Repair II Upon completion of this class students should be able to discuss the theory of operation, service and troubleshoot the starter, ignition and fuel system; perform basic maintenance and tune up procedures, and explain the safety factors of small engines. The course includes two and four cycle design of lawn mowers, weed eaters, chain saws, snow blowers, and small marine engines (15hp and less). Tools will be provided for in-class use. Instructor: Tom Molnar EYY 220 231 - 21 hrs, 2.1 CEUs, Fee $295 7 sessions, 9/8-10/20, Th, 6-9pm This course is a continuation of Small Engine Repair I with emphasis on complete engine and drive service, diagnosis, inspection, and overhaul of systems. Tools will be provided for in-class use. Instructor: Tom Molnar CAD SolidWorks, Intro to 3D CAD An introduction to basic elements of 3D mechanical CAD (computer-aided design) using SolidWorks. Students receive a working knowledge in system and screen control to create, edit, and visualize 3D models and prepare mechanical drawings. Prerequisite: keyboarding, mouse skills and Windows experience. The textbook is included. Instructor: Eric Vamos EYF 543 231 - 30 hrs, 3.0 CEUs, Fee $375 10 sessions, 9/15-12/1, Th, 5:30-8:30pm Intro to AutoCAD Learn AutoCAD to accomplish design and drafting activities using a computer. Fundamentals include: how to draw accurateley, drawing annotation, layers, file management, layout set up, scaling, and printing. Prerequisite: keyboarding, mouse skills, and Windows experience. Instructor: Bill Benchoff EYF 227 261 - 30 hrs, 3.0 CEUs, Fee $325 8 sessions, 9/17-11/5, S, 9am-12:45pm Revit Architecture, 3D CAD An introduction to architectural building design using Revit 2015. This course introduces three-dimensional concepts and techniques in parametric computer aided design. Topics covered include floor plan and layouts, sections and elevations, callout views, detail views, scheduling, dimensions, and annotation, creating and modifying Revit families, and organizing construction documents. Prerequisite: keyboarding, mouse skills, and Windows experience. Instructor: Derek Dutton EYF 828 261 - 30 hrs, 3.0 CEUs, Fee $325 8 sessions, 9/17-11/5, S, 9am-12:45pm EYY 221 231 - 21 hrs, 2.1 CEUs, Fee $295 7 sessions, 10/27-12/15, Th, 6-9pm 302-259-6330 I Search classes and register online at go.dtcc.edu/workforcedevelopment 16 Flagger, Forklift Operator, GIS & Home Repair Flagger ATSSA Flagger Certification Training This four-hour nationally recognized American Traffic Safety Services Association (ATSSA) course is offered through the Delaware Safety Council and is based on the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices. Instruction on proper uses of and standards for flagging equipment; setting up flagger stations; factors effecting vehicle stopping distances; recognition of dangerous situations; communication methods with highway work zone employees and motorists; and recognition of health hazards associated with summer and winter work. A score of 70 percent or higher is required on the final exam before ATSSA Certification can be granted. Instructor: Delaware Safety Council EYD 535 262 - 4 hrs, .4 CEUs, Fee $84 1 session, 8/20, S, 8:30am-12:30pm Forklift Operator Forklift Operation/Safety Certification Training Program Designed to meet OSHA standards by providing students with the safety and operational knowledge as well as the skills required to operate a forklift safely. Each participant will be required to capably operate a forklift and demonstrate practical operational skills. Instructor: Frank Walker Technical & Trades Training GIS Certificate Program Project Management for GIS Learn to examine a variety of organizational and planning methods used in the GIS industry. Coursework includes applications of scientific methods, problem solving, logics, and time management. Textbook is available in the campus bookstore. Instructor: Jocelyn Beland Approved DE Water Ops-NP. Approved DE WW Ops-I. Approved MD lic. PE’s. NJ-07-0313159-30. EYI 937 2B1 - 30 hrs, 3.0 CEUs, Fee $295 10 sessions, 7/25-9/26, M, 5:30-8:30pm Introduction to GIS This course introduces the hardware and software components of Geographic Information System (GIS) and reviews GIS applications. Topics covered include: data structures and basic functions, methods of data capture and sources of data, and the nature and characteristics of spatial data and objects. Upon completion, students should be able to identify GIS hardware components, typical operations, products/applications, and differences between database models and between raster and vector systems. Textbook is available in the campus bookstore. Instructor: Megan Nehrbas EYP 203 261 - 4 hrs, .4 CEUs, Fee $149 1 session, 10/15, S, 9am-1pm Approved DE Water Ops-NP. Approved DE WW Ops-I. Approved DE Well Drillers, 4 CEUs. Approved MD lic. PE’s. NJ-07-0313158-30. EYP 203 262 - 4 hrs, .4 CEUs, Fee $149 1 session, 11/12, S, 9am-1pm EYI 936 2B1 - 40 hrs, 4.0 CEUs, Fee $325 10 sessions, 8/3-10/5, W, 5:30-9:30pm Spatial Data Analysis Examine techniques for modeling and analyzing spatial data in a Geographic Information System (GIS). Topics include: defining object models and geodatabases as they are used to access geographic data and build data models, creating new information from existing data through data classification, geoprocessing, presentation, and display and using raster analysis to display and analyze spatial data. Textbook is available in the campus bookstore. Instructor: Jocelyn Beland Advanced GIS This course builds upon the principles of Introduction to GIS, including both raster and vector data structures, data conversion, map algebra, spatial analysis, modeling, and networks. Various ways that GIS is currently being used in science, business, and government will also be presented. Textbook is available in the campus bookstore. Instructor: Megan Nehrbas Approved DE Water Ops-NP. Approved DE WW Ops-I. Approved MD lic. PE’s. EYI 938 2B1 - 30 hrs, 3.0 CEUs, Fee $295 10 sessions, 10/12-12/14, W, 5:30-8:30pm Home Repair Basic Home Repair This hands-on course is designed for the beginner and includes the basics of home repair, construction techniques, drywall, and framing. You will also learn to install doors, locks, molding and trim. Lab fee of $100 included in tuition. Location: Carpenters Union Training Center, Georgetown. Instructor: Al Brocato EYW 200 271 - 16 hrs, 1.6 CEUs, Fee $385 4 sessions, 10/20-11/10, Th, 5-9pm Installing Laminate Flooring This course will provide the participant with basic skills necessary to complete a laminate flooring project. You will learn how to choose the required materials, utilize effective installation techniques and properly estimate needed materials and cost. This combination of hands-on and lab will include installation of an 11x6 ft. area with laminate flooring, a reducer, and base and shoe molding. Location: Carpenters Union Training Center, Georgetown. Instructor: Al Brocato EYW 201 271 - 8 hrs, .8 CEUs, Fee $195 2 sessions, 12/1-12/8, Th, 5-9pm Approved MD lic. PE’s. EYI 939 2B1 - 40 hrs, 4.0 CEUs, Fee $325 10 sessions, 10/4-12/13, T, 5:30-9:30pm 17 Delaware Technical Community College I Jack F. Owens Campus I Workforce Development and Community Education Technical & Trades Training HVAC, Landscaping, PLC & Pool Operator HVAC Landscaping PLC Courses Preparation Review for HVACR Industry Certification: Air Conditioning and Heat Pumps Landscape Design Modern PLC Systems Ever wonder why some outdoor spaces feel special while others you would like to avoid? Come learn the art of landscape design where we will balance the built and natural environments and create art in the landscape. Beginning with site analysis, into an overview of common plants and their characteristics, and moving onto design tools and techniques, you will discover how choosing the right plant for the right spot can grow into a spectacular outdoor room. The textbook is available in campus bookstore. Instructor: Eric Wahl This hands on and e-learning course provides a comprehensive curriculum and application workstation that teaches modern PLC systems as they are used in industry today. Students learn both basic and advanced applications using the powerful Siemens S7-1200 PLC and use HMI panels and networks throughout the curriculum. Topics include: Introduction to PLCs, basic HMI panel operation, PLC programming, PLC motor control, sequencing, editing, analog inputs/outputs and much more. Instructor: Bill Hudran Master the key concepts required to pass industry standard air conditioning and heat pumps examination. Knowledge preparation includes: review of human comfort and system selection, heat transfer and the basic refrigeration cycle, system components, electrical components, installation guidelines, reading electrical schematics, troubleshooting electrical circuits, system performance checks, and review questions. Upon successful completion of course, student may contact the DTCC Testing Center to schedule exam. Textbook available in campus bookstore. Instructor: Paul Sichau EYI 955 261 - 15 hrs, 1.5 CEUs, Fee $199 2 sessions, S, 10/1 from 8am-5pm & 10/8 from 8am-4pm EPA 608 Freon Technician Certification Training EPA has established a technician certification program for persons (“technicians”) who perform maintenance, service, repair, or disposal that could be reasonably expected to release refrigerants into the atmosphere. This 12 hour course will prepare you for all levels of EPA Section 608 certification. Immediately following the course you will be assisted in scheduling your exam(s) through our testing center. You will be able to test for servicing small appliances (Type I) servicing or disposing of high- or very high-pressure appliances, except small appliances and MVACs (Type II), servicing or disposing of low-pressure appliances (Type III), servicing all types of equipment (Universal). The textbook is included. Instructor: Paul Sichau EYI 814 261 - 8 hrs, .8 CEUs, Fee $179 1 session, S, 10/22, 8am-5pm EYI 814 231 - 8 hrs, .8 CEUs, Fee $179 2 sessions, W, 11/2-11/9, 5-9pm EYI 994 231 - 15 hrs, 1.5 CEUs, Fee $235 7 sessions, 8/23-10/4, T, 6-8:30pm Planting with Native and NonInvasive Species Approved DE Water Ops-P. DE WW Ops pending. MDE approval pending. Approved MD lic. PE’s. NJ-070416237-30. EYI 253 231 - 30 hrs, 3.0 CEUs, Fee $299 10 sessions, 8/18-10/20, Th, 5-8pm Participants should be able to identify regional native plant species and explain the importance of incorporating natives into new and existing landscapes. This course will be a combination of discussions and demonstrations allowing students to solve problems associated with invasive vegetation. Students will be shown alternatives to choosing invasive plant species to enhance landscape design and sustainability. Instructor: Eric Wahl Portable PLC Troubleshooting EYI 815 231 - 6 hrs, .6 CEUs, Fee $119 2 sessions, 9/22-9/29, Th, 5:30-8:30pm Approved DE Water Ops-P. DE WW Ops pending. MDE approval pending. Approved MD lic. PE’s. NJ-070416238-30. This hands on and e-learning course provides skills in troubleshooting PLC’s using the powerful Siemens S7-1200 PLC. Programming, operating, and troubleshooting skills on modern PLC systems are vital for future professionals. This hands on and e-learning course integrates an HMI panel, networking, and a variety of programming commands in order to teach real-world processes. Instructor: Bill Hudran EYI 251 231 - 24 hrs, 2.4 CEUs, Fee $269 7 sessions, 10/27-12/15, Th, 5-8:30pm Pool Operator Pool Operators Course This valuable certification meets the requirements for the State of Delaware’s Division of Public Health Operator of Public Pool. Instructor: John Hayman EYD 534 262 - 8 hrs, .8 CEUs, Fee $169 1 session, 7/16, S, 8:30am-4:30pm 302-259-6330 I Search classes and register online at go.dtcc.edu/workforcedevelopment 18 Contract Training Contract Training CONTRACT TRAINING Customized, Quality, and Results-Oriented Training for Business and Industry For more than 40 years, Delaware Technical Community College has been a leader in providing real world, real time training and education that meets the needs of today’s businesses. The Workforce Development and Community Education Division at Delaware Tech customizes training for business and industry that is high quality and results oriented. Our strengths and extensive experience in working with local, regional and international businesses uniquely position us to meet your specific training needs. Customized Our expert faculty will work closely with you to determine your specific needs and design a training program that delivers outcomes directly aligned with your company’s goals. Quality High quality programs ensure instruction is relevant, and employees learn skills that can be immediately applied in the workplace. Results-Oriented Satisfied clients help your business grow. We will work with you every step of the way to provide training that delivers the results you need to enhance productivity and remain competitive. Your success is our success. For a free on-site consultation, contact Dr. Christopher Moody, director of Workforce Development, at 302-259-6315 or email cmoody@dtcc.edu. 19 Delaware Technical Community College I Jack F. Owens Campus I Workforce Development and Community Education Personal Enrichment Adult Basic Education/ GED® Prep Classes Adults age 16 and older can improve reading, writing and math skills. If you have never earned your high school diploma and are interested in taking the GED® test, these classes can help you prepare. Registration/ orientation for new students is based on space availability and is by appointment only. To make an appointment for registration or for additional information, please call 302-259-6393. Adult Basic Education ENB 301 201 - 56 hrs, FREE! 28 sessions, 9/6-12/15, T&Th, 8:30-10:30am ENB 301 202 - 56 hrs, FREE! 28 sessions, 9/6-12/15, T&Th, 11:30am-1:30pm English as a Second Language Registration for ALL non-credit ESL classes will be held at the International Center as follows: Registration Dates* Monday, 8/29, 9am-noon and 1-4pm Tuesday, 8/30, 4-7pm Wednesday, 8/31, 9-noon and 1-4pm Thursday, 9/1, 4-7pm Friday, 9/2, 9-1pm *Unfortunately, we cannot accept registrations after Friday, Sept. 2, 2016. English Conversation I Beginning level instruction and practice in speaking and understanding English. Intended for adults whose first language is not English. FREE ENB 303 201 - 58 hrs, FREE! 29 sessions, 9/7-12/14, M&W, 8:30-10:20am ENB 301 231 - 52.5 hrs, FREE! 14 sessions, 9/6-12/13, T, 4:45-8:30pm ENB 303 202 - 58 hrs, FREE! 29 sessions, 9/7-12/14, M&W, 10:30am-12:20pm GED® test Preparation Classes Adults age 16 and older can improve reading, writing and math skills. If you have never earned your high school diploma and are interested in taking the GED® test, these classes can help you prepare. Registration/ orientation for new students is based on space availability and is by appointment only. To make an appointment for registration or for additional information, call 302-259-6385. ENB 302 201 - 56 hrs, FREE! 28 sessions, 9/6-12/15, T&Th, 8:30-10:30am English Conversation II (ESL), Part I Reading, writing, and listening activities will be integrated with conversational exercises. Prerequisite: Completion of English Conversation I, Part II, or instructor’s permission. Instructor: Joan Mills ENB 201 201 - 30 hrs, Fee $159 15 sessions, 9/16-1/13/2017, F, 10:30am12:20pm ENB 302 202 - 56 hrs, FREE! 28 sessions, 9/6-12/15, T&Th, 11:30am-1:30pm ENB 302 231 - 52.5 hrs, FREE! 14 sessions, 9/6-12/13, T, 4:45-8:30pm Are you 16-24 years old? Do you need help preparing for the GED® test? Do you want to earn money and explore other opportunities for your future? If you answered yes to these three questions, then “Stepping up to Success” may be the answer for you! For more information, call 302-259-6365. *This is an Equal Opportunity Program funded by the Delaware Workforce Development Board and Delaware Department of Labor, Division of Employment and Training. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Adult Basic Education & ESL English Conversation II (ESL), Part III Reading, writing, and listening activities will be integrated with conversational exercises. Prerequisite: Completion of English Conversation II, Part I & II, or instructor’s permission. Instructor: Joan Mills ENB 202 201 - 30 hrs, Fee $159 15 sessions, 9/15-1/12/2017, Th, 10:30am-12:20pm English Conversation III (ESL), Part II Reading, writing, and listening activities will be integrated with conversational exercises. Prerequisite: Completion of English Conversation III, or instructors permission Part I. Instructor: Joan Mills ENB 200 201 - 30 hrs, Fee $159 15 sessions, 9/15-1/12/2017, Th, 8:30-10:20am English Conversation IV (ESL), Part III Reading, writing, and listening activities will be integrated with conversational exercises. Prerequisite: Completion of English Conversation IV, Part I, or instructor’s permission. Instructor: Joan Mills ENB 228 201 - 30 hrs, Fee $159 15 sessions, 9/16-1/13/2017, F, 8:30-10:20am Delaware Tech also offers an ESL Certificate to help you improve your English, which can help you get a better job or earn a certificate or degree from Delaware Tech. We have credit ESL classes in the morning and in the evening. The cost for credit ESL courses is based on whether you are an in-state or out-of-state resident. You can find more information about the cost of tuition and other fees at go.dtcc.edu/tuition. For more information, call Dr. Cindy Mitchell 302-259-6590. 302-259-6330 I Search classes and register online at go.dtcc.edu/workforcedevelopment 20 Personal Enrichment Arts and Crafts & CPR Arts and Crafts Acrylic Painting for Beginners This class will introduce you to acrylic painting. You will learn basics such as color mixing and matching, creating a grid, and painting on a canvas. Instructor will also critique paintings throughout the class to enhance your acrylic painting skills. For material list, call 302-259-6330. Instructor: Eddie Filemyr ENA 206 201 - 15 hrs, Fee $99 6 sessions, 9/16-10/21, F, 10am-12:30pm Acrylic Painting Drop In, Beginner ENA 289 201 - 2.5 hrs, Fee $15 1 session, 9/16-10/21, F, 10am-12:30pm Acrylic Painting, Intermediate Advance to the next level! This class will include more in-depth instruction on acrylic painting and critique by the instructor. Focus on both small and large renderings. For material list, call 302-259-6330. No class 11/25. Instructor: Eddie Filemyr ENA 207 201 - 15 hrs, Fee $99 6 sessions, 10/28-12/9, F, 10am-12:30pm Impressionistic Oil Painting Portrait Workshop Come paint and learn composition, drawing skills, color harmony, how to hold the brush for a loose effect and the unique painting techniques of the Impressionist painters, such as Monet, Degas, and Renoir. This painting style will add pizzazz to your future works of art. The only prerequisite is a love of oil painting combined with some basic drawing skills. You will be working from your personal photos of landscapes, snowscapes, seascapes, or beach scenes. For material list, call 302-259-6330. Instructor: Linda Steere Enjoyable, informal instruction with individual assistance. Excellent instructor; for beginners to intermediate artists. Please bring pencil, paper, charcoal, pastels (optional), and drawing board to class. No class 11/10, 12/22 and 12/29. Instructor: Carolyn Wisniewski ENA 219 201 - 16 hrs, Fee $109 8 sessions, 8/23-10/11, T, 1-3pm ENA 278 203 - 18 hrs, Fee $75 6 sessions, 12/1-1/19/2017, Th, 1-4pm Oil Painting Workshop NEW Have you been putting off getting back into oil painting? If so, this is the workshop for you. You can paint in the style of your choice—classical, realistic, or abstract. Some artists like to utilize this class for experimental work. This oil painting class is for students with varying levels of expertise. For material list, call 302-259-6330. Instructor: Linda Steere ENA 222 201 - 16 hrs, Fee $109 8 sessions, 8/25-10/13, Th, 1-3pm Acrylic Painting Drop In, Intermediate ENA 292 201 - 2.5 hrs, Fee $15 1 session, 10/28-12/9, F, 10am-12:30pm ENA 278 201 - 18 hrs, Fee $75 6 sessions, 8/25-9/29, Th, 1-4pm ENA 278 202 - 18 hrs, Fee $75 6 sessions, 10/6-11/17, Th, 1-4pm Portrait Workshop Drop In ENA 279 201 - 3 hrs, Fee $15 Pick a session from the above dates, Th, 1-4pm Watercolor Learn the keys to successful watercolor painting in a relaxed setting. Great instruction and interaction for all skill levels. For material list, call 302-259-6330. No class 11/24. Instructor: Beverly Bellows ENA 280 201 - 15 hrs, Fee $55 6 sessions, 9/8-10/13, Th, 9:30am-noon ENA 280 202 - 15 hrs, Fee $55 6 sessions, 10/27-12/8, Th, 9:30am-noon Watercolor Drop In ENA 275 201 - 2.5 hrs, Fee $15 Pick a session from the above dates, Th, 9:30am-noon CPR Join the ranks! About 92,000 people are saved by CPR in the United States each year. (According to AHA) 33 Annual Craft Fair RD Delaware Tech invites you to join us for a day of holiday shopping at the Owens Campus, Carter Partnership Center. From homemade quilts to wooden decorations. Jewelry to country gifts and glass art! Saturday, 11/12, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. • FREE TO ATTEND! Space available on a first-come, first-served basis. ENQ 217 261– Fee $60, one table • ENQ 278 261– Fee $100, two tables Registration is now being accepted. Please call 302-259-6342 for an application and details. 21 CPR/AED and First Aid Adult and Pediatric Training American Red Cross This course is designed to teach rescuers the knowledge and awareness skills they need to recognize emergencies and give first aid. The first aid section covers general principles, medical emergencies and injuries. The CPR section covers adult and pediatric CPR and choking, and the AED covers theory and operation of the AED. A two-year course completion card will be mailed after class concludes with re-certification required every two years. Students will be given a personal first aid kit. Instructor: Patricia Hill EYK 598 261 - 6 hrs, .6 CEUs, Fee $95 1 session, 10/22, S, 9am-3pm Delaware Technical Community College I Jack F. Owens Campus I Workforce Development and Community Education Personal Enrichment Personal Enrichment Culinary Culinary Advanced Cake Decorating: Flowers and More Flowers NEW Take your cake decorating to the next level! In this hands-on class, you will learn how to create professional-looking flowers and designs made from royal icing. The first three sessions will be spent making royal icing flowers…. chrysanthemum, voilet, apple blossom, sweet pea, daisy, daffodil, pansy, primrose, and more. You will also make a “color flow” piece. For the fourth session, you will bring a cake to class and decorate it with the flowers and color flow pieces you made in the first three sessions. For material list, call 302-259-6330. No class 11/24. Instructor: Dawn Kenton ENX 208 231 – 8 hrs, Fee $59 4 sessions, 11/17-12/15, Th, 6-8pm Beginner Cake Decorating Have you always wanted to learn how to decorate cakes? If so, this three-week beginner class is perfect for you! This handson class will teach you the basics of icing cakes, creating decorative borders, flowers, basket weave, piping, writing, and how different tips are used. Register today and you’ll be decorating to impress in no time! For material list, call 302-259-6330. Additional instructions on what to bring to the second and third sessions will be provided at the first class. Instructor: Dawn Kenton ENX 270 231 - 6 hrs, Fee $49 3 sessions, 10/3-10/17, M, 6-8pm Did you know Nov. 26 is National Cake Day? Food to Beat the Cold Weather Blues Back by popular demand...with all new recipes! Yes! It is possible to enjoy the goodness of foods and eating healthy. Learn about alternative methods that you can use that will enhance your cooking but will also make your body happy. You will receive hands-on experience while enjoying the full four course meal that you have prepared. Chef will provide culinary techniques and copies of the recipes for you to enjoy at your home. Cheers to new food, new you! Tuition includes $25 grocery lab fee. Instructor: Bonnie Aronson ENX 203 231 - 3 hrs, Fee $75 1 session, 10/12, W, 6-9pm Sabor Latino (Latin Flavor) NEW Don’t let the cold weather get you down. Fall is here and Winter is right around the corner. Learn to make some fun, bright, seasonal meals that will help beat the cold weather blues. Note: This is a chef demonstration and tasting. Tuition includes $17 fee. Class held at Fish On in Lewes. ENX 209 271 – 2 hrs, Fee $55 1 session, 11/2, W, 12-2pm Healthy Foods, Healthy You NEW The Italian approach to seafood is one of simplicity. Lemons, olive oil, and oregano all help to make the ocean’s bounty the center of attention. Enjoy clean, fresh flavors of the fish and shellfish through the use of simple ingredients and methods as you learn about and try delicious Italian dishes. Tuition includes $33 fee. Class held at Touch of Italy in Rehoboth Beach. ENX 257 271 – 2 hrs, $65 1 session, 11/9, W, 6-8pm Spice Up Your Flavors of Herbs and Spices NEW A Spanish take on authentic, easy to make dishes using Latin ingredients such as cilantro, jalapeno, lime juice, and garlic. You will experience a hands-on approach to a classic Margarita, and easy to make Guacamole, and we’ll finish with a traditional El Salvadorian Pupusas. There will also be a chef demonstration on a fantastic appetizer – garlic shrimp. A perfect starter for any occasion. Tuition includes $25 fee. Class held at Mariachi Restaurant in Rehoboth Beach. ENX 210 271 - 2 hrs, Fee $55 1 session, 12/7, W, 6-8pm Seafood Through Italian Eyes Back by popular demand...with all new recipes! Yes! Let’s spice it up! Enjoy a fun culinary environment as you explore the tastes and textures of various herbs and spices in your recipes. You will receive hands-on experience while enjoying the full four course meal that you have prepared. Chef will provide culinary techniques and copies of the recipes for you to enjoy at your home. Come explore your senses with herbs and spices! Tuition includes $25 grocery lab fee. Instructor: Bonnie Aronson ENX 279 231 - 3 hrs, Fee $75 1 session, 9/14, W, 6-9pm 302-259-6330 I Search classes and register online at go.dtcc.edu/workforcedevelopment 22 Personal Enrichment Dance Fitness Dance Fitness Instructor Feature: Barbara Rynkowski Beginner Line Dancing “Boot Scoot” your way to fun in this instructional line dancing class. Learn all the latest dances in addition to the “oldies but goodies.” Wear comfortable shoes and prepare to have fun. “It’s Electric!...Boogie Woogie!” Instructor: John Martin ENR 275 231 - 12 hrs, Fee $65 6 sessions, 9/15-10/20, Th, 6:30-8:30pm Cha Cha/Jive for Beginners Cha Cha is the fun favorite of ballroom dances. Jive has elements of rock ‘n’ roll, swing, and jitterbug which commands audience attention. Bring your friends and be ready to shake your tail feathers. Please wear comfortable shoes that will not stick to the floor. Instructor: Barbara Rynkowski ENR 201 231 - 8 hrs, Fee $45 8 sessions, 9/13-10/6, T&Th, 5:30-6:30pm JAZZercise Jazzercise is a dance-based fitness program featuring fusion of dance, resistance training, Pilates, yoga, kickboxing, and Latin-style movements. Exercise and have fun! Designed for beginners. If you can show me your Jazz hands, you can Jazzercise! Jazz shoes are not required. Instructor: Cathy Jansen ENR 207 231 - 6 hrs, Fee $39 6 sessions, 9/12-10/17, M, 5-6pm ENR 207 232 - 6 hrs, Fee $39 6 sessions, 11/7-12/12, M, 5-6pm Samba for Beginners Samba is the original party dance with six different rhythms. After a class in Samba you will be ready for “Dancing With the Stars.” Bring a friend to the party. A good time is guaranteed. Please wear comfortable shoes that will not stick to the floor. Instructor: Barbara Rynkowski ENR 206 231 - 4 hrs, Fee $25 4 sessions, 8/23-9/1, T&Th, 5:30-6:30pm (Cha Cha / Jive, Tango, Waltz / Foxtrot and Samba) Dancing is in Barbara's blood. Her mother was a New York City Music Hall Rockette. In the past eight years Barbara has represented Delaware in ballroom dance competitions in New York City, Atlantic City, San Diego, Miami, Key Biscayne, Phoenix, Las Vegas, Sarasota, and the prestigious Ohio Star Ball. She recently took First Place in the International Latin and the American Smooth at the Superstars Competition in St. Petersburg, Florida. Dancing is her passion. Learn Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot, Cha Cha, Samba and Jive. She guarantees a good time. Tango for Beginners Zumba Tango is all about attitude and telling a story, which makes it easier for first time dancers to learn. Bring a friend and your sense of humor. Dancing is all about having fun and not caring if someone is watching. Please wear comfortable shoes that will not stick to the floor. Instructor: Barbara Rynkowski Zumba is a fitness program that combines Latin and international music with dance moves. Zumba routines incorporate interval training – alternating fast and slow rhythms – and resistance training. An aerobic activity, Zumba can count toward the 150 minutes a week of moderate aerobic activity or 75 minutes a week of vigorous aerobic activity recommended for most healthy adults by the Department of Health and Human Services. Aerobic exercise reduces health risks, keeps excess pounds at bay, strengthens your heart, and boosts your mood. If you enjoy Zumba, you’re also more likely to do it regularly – and experience its benefits as an aerobic exercise. Instructor: Joe Burgess ENR 203 231 - 8 hrs, Fee $45 8 sessions, 10/11-11/3, T&Th, 5:30-6:30pm TAPercise Calling all wanna be Fred Astaires or Rockettes to “Come and Meet,” your dancin’ feet and “Shuffle off to Buffalo.” Exercise and have fun! Designed for beginners. If you can clap and snap, you can TAP. Tap shoes are not required. Instructor: Cathy Jansen ENR 267 231 - 6 hrs, Fee $39 6 sessions, 9/12-10/17, M, 6-7pm ENR 267 232 - 6 hrs, Fee $39 6 sessions, 11/7-12/12, M, 6-7pm Waltz/Foxtrot for Beginners Waltz is just three little steps – how hard could that be? Foxtrot has an easily repeatable basic movement which makes it a favorite of first time dancers. Dance to the music of Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr., Andy Williams, etc. Bring a friend. Please wear comfortable shoes that will not stick to the floor. No class 11/22 and 11/24. Instructor: Barbara Rynkowski ENR 205 231 - 8 hrs, Fee $45 8 sessions, 11/15-12/15, T&Th, 5:30-6:30pm 23 ENR 569 231 - 6 hrs, Fee $45 6 sessions, 10/5-11/9, W, 5-6pm Interested in Developing and Teaching a New Course? Workforce Development and Community Education is continually expanding its course offerings. If you would like to propose a new class, e-mail Kristen Bacon at kristen.bacon@dtcc.edu. Delaware Technical Community College I Jack F. Owens Campus I Workforce Development and Community Education Personal Enrichment Defensive Driving, Family Personal Enrichment & Language and Culture Defensive Driving Family Language and Culture Defensive Driving, Basic Divorcing Parent Education Program Basic Conversational Spanish 1 Earn a 10 percent reduction on the liability portion of your automobile insurance premium for three years; a three point credit applied to your Delaware driving record via the Delaware Safety Council’s computer linkup with the Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles. Learn simple driving strategies. Students must arrive 15 minutes prior to class with photo ID. Instructor: Delaware Safety Council EYP 325 231 - 6 hrs, .6 CEUs, Fee $35 2 sessions, 8/22-8/24, M&W, 6:30-9:30pm EYP 325 261 - 7 hrs, .6 CEUs, Fee $35 1 session, 9/17, S, 9am-4pm EYP 325 232 - 6 hrs, .6 CEUs, Fee $35 2 sessions, 10/10-10/12, M&W, 6:30-9:30pm EYP 325 262 - 6 hrs, .6 CEUs, Fee $35 1 session, 11/19, S, 9am-4pm EYP 325 233 - 6 hrs, .6 CEUs, Fee $35 2 sessions, 12/12-12/14, M&W, 6:30-9:30pm EYP 325 263 - 6 hrs, .6 CEUs, Fee $35 1 session, 1/7/2017, S, 9am-4pm Earn 15 percent discount on your liability insurance! Three-year certification course offers additional strategies for on-the-road safety, review of revised traffic laws, as well as current safety technology. Prerequistite: Students must have completed the Basic Defensive Driving class. Students must arrive 15 minutes prior to class with photo ID. Instructor: Delaware Safety Council EYP 326 232 - 3 hrs, .3 CEUs, Fee $30 1 session, 9/14, W, 6:30-9:30pm EYP 326 261 - 3 hrs, .3 CEUs, Fee $30 1 session, 10/8, S, 9am-noon EYP 326 233 - 3 hrs, .3 CEUs, Fee $30 1 session, 11/16, W, 6:30-9:30pm EYP 326 262 - 3 hrs, .3 CEUs, Fee $30 1 session, 12/10, S, 9am-noon EYP 326 234 - 3 hrs, .3 CEUs, Fee $30 1 session, 1/4/2017, W, 6:30-9:30pm The purpose of Basic Conversational Spanish is to introduce you to the sounds and the core vocabulary of the Spanish language. Focus will be on introductory communication, numbers, colors, weather, family, and foods. Oral practice is a key part of the class. Please bring a pencil and pen to class. Instructor: Dawn Cherrix ENH 209 231 - 12 hrs, Fee $109 6 sessions, 9/14-10/19, W, 6:30-8:30pm EYJ 200 231 - 6 hrs, .6 CEUs, Fee $85 2 sessions, 8/23-8/25, T&Th, 6-9pm Basic Conversational Spanish 2 EYJ 200 232 - 6 hrs, .6 CEUs, Fee $85 2 sessions, 9/6-9/8, T&Th, 6-9pm EYJ 200 234 - 6 hrs, .6 CEUs, Fee $85 2 sessions, 11/15-11/17, T&Th, 6-9pm The purpose of this course is to add to already acquired knowledge of the Spanish language. The assumption is that you have mastered the sound system and core vocabulary. There will be grammar points discussed such as plurals of nouns, nounadjective agreement, forms of verbs and tenses, types of sentences (statements, interrogatives, imperatives), and any other topic that arises. You will be surveyed as to the vocabulary focus since many work in the business world and need vocabulary related to their job. Please bring a pencil and pen to class. Instructor: Dawn Cherrix EYJ 200 264 - 6 hrs, .6 CEUs, Fee $85 1 session, 12/3, S, 9am-4pm ENH 200 231 – 12 hrs, Fee $109 6 sessions, 9/12-10/17, M, 6:30-8:30pm EYJ 200 235 - 6 hrs, .6 CEUs, Fee $85 2 sessions, 12/13-12/15, T&Th, 6-9pm Beginner French EYJ 200 261 - 6 hrs, .6 CEUs, Fee $85 1 session, 9/24, S, 9am-4pm EYJ 200 262 - 6 hrs, .6 CEUs, Fee $85 1 session, 10/8, S, 9am-4pm EYJ 200 233 - 6 hrs, .6 CEUs, Fee $85 2 sessions, 10/25-10/27, T&Th, 6-9pm EYJ 200 263 - 6 hrs, .6 CEUs, Fee $85 1 session, 11/5, S, 9am-4pm Defensive Driving, Advanced EYP 326 231 – 3 hrs, .3 CEUs, Fee $30 1 session, 8/23, T, 6:30-9:30pm Parents must take an approved course teaching them about what children experience when their parents do not live with each other or divorce. This course satisfies Delaware’s legal requirement for parent education and is certified by the Department of Services for Children, Youth, and their Families. Students must bring photo ID to class. Instructors: Elizabeth Rupprecht/Karen Feldman EYJ 200 265 - 6 hrs, .6 CEUs, Fee $85 1 session, 1/7/2017, S, 9am-4pm Genealogy - More Than a “Little Leaf” Are you interested in finding your family history? Or looking for elusive ancestors in your family tree? In this introductory class, you will learn how to begin your journey into your family’s past. Questions like where do you start, where do you look and what to do with all the information that you acquire in your journey through your family history will be answered in this class! Come and take a walk in the shade of the old family tree! Please bring a pencil, notepad, highlighter and pocket folder to class. Instructor: Teresa Derrickson NEW A beginning theme-based French class for those of you who have either always wanted to learn French but never had the time or just want to be able to pronounce words in books, items on a menu, or express yourself and communicate when traveling. Did you study French in high school but “forgot everything?” This relaxed and comfortable classroom atmosphere class is for you! Students must purchase textbook prior to class. For details, call 302-259-6330. Instructor: Lisa Lynch ENH 214 231 - 9 hrs, Fee $89 6 sessions, 9/6-9/22, T&Th, 6-7:30pm ENO 244 261 - 6 hrs, Fee $49 2 sessions, 10/8-10/15, S, 9am-noon 302-259-6330 I Search classes and register online at go.dtcc.edu/workforcedevelopment 24 Money Matters Are you interested in finding money solutions for your future? Plan ahead and take these special courses offered with support from Discover that will enhance your budgeting skills, planning for the future, and protecting you! Scholarships are available for these financial literacy courses. Are You Credit Worthy? Have you ever heard of the commercials that offer you your credit score for free, but you have no clue how to change your number? This course covers obtaining and maintaining access to credit; using credit cards, bank cards, and other means. Students develop a plan to establish good credit, discuss the advantages and disadvantages of consumer credits, and explore the various sources of consumer loans. No class 11/22 and 11/24. Instructor: Louis Allman ENO 597 231 - 16 hrs, Fee $139 8 sessions, 11/15-12/15, T&Th, 6-8pm Planning for the Beach? – Saving, Investing, and Risk Protection Learn how to save for your dream beach property location. This course allows students to calculate the amount of savings needed to maintain a desired lifestyle in the future. Topics include the power of compounding, the selection of investments based on their own risk/reward preferences, and the calculation of savings to reach a financial plan. Instructor: Louis Allman ENO 598 231 - 16 hrs, Fee $139 8 sessions, 9/13-10/6, T&Th, 6-8pm Where’s My Money? At the end of the month have you ever wondered where all your money went? If you answered yes, you need this course! This course is an overview and application of money management, introducing concepts of financial goals within earning, budgeting, spending, and resources in banking to provide a solid foundation for financial success. Students develop a financial plan to promote a healthy standard of living. This course will provide a more comprehensive understanding of how to budget your money more efficiently. Instructor: Louis Allman ENO 599 2B1 - 16 hrs, Fee $139 8 sessions, 10/11-11/3, T&Th, 6-8pm Personal Enrichment Money Matters Basics of Selling on eBay Have you ever wanted to sell on eBay but thought it was too hard? This course was designed just for you! Students will learn the basics of eBay: rules and policies, creating a seller’s account, listing preparation, photo tips, pricing, payment, and shipping. By the end of the course, you will be able to sell on eBay with ease! Tuition includes $20 material fee. Instructor: Patricia Tear ENF 560 231 - 9 hrs, Fee $99 3 sessions, 10/4-10/11, T&Th, 6-9pm Estate Planning This introductory course will help you understand the basics of estate planning. Understand how a will, power of attorney, living will, and living trust are used to manage your affairs during life and after death. We also will introduce the concept of irrevocable trusts. Instructor: Shannon Owens ENO 508 231 - 2 hrs, Fee $25 1 session, 9/20, T, 6-8pm Get Paid to Talk: Making Money With Your Voice Ever been told that you have a great voice? From audio books and cartoons to documentaries, commercials, and more, this class will introduce you to the growing field of voice over. Today, the range of voices hired has grown dramatically from the days of announcers. Learn what the pros look for, how to prepare, and where to find work in your area! We’ll discuss industry pros and cons and play samples from working voice professionals. In addition, you’ll have an opportunity to record a short professional script under the direction of our teacher. This class is lots of fun, realistic, and a great first step for anyone interested in the voice over field. Instructor: Voice Coaches ENO 529 231 - 2.5 hrs, Fee $35 1 session, 10/17, M, 6:30-9pm 25 Delaware Technical Community College I Jack F. Owens Campus I Workforce Development and Community Education Personal Enrichment Personal Enrichment Music & Photography Mind Over Money Series: Mind Over Money Just Beyond Beginning Guitar In this FREE introduction to financial empowerment class, you will identify your personal beliefs about money, examine financial priorities, develop personal money management goals, and learn how to make budgets more manageable. This class is taught through discussion, group activities, and worksheets. Please bring a writing utensil to class. Instructor: Cory Dunt This is the perfect class to continue from "Guitar for Beginners." Your musical guitar journey continues to build with additional chords, melodies, and strumming patterns that will be used to play more difficult songs, melodies, and chord patterns. Theory, note reading, and rhythms will continue to be reinforced and introduced in a more intermediate fashion. Please bring a guitar and a 1.5” binder to class. A limited number of right-handed guitars are available for use. If needed, call 302-259-6330 to reserve. A book will be available at class to purchase. Instructor: Debby Dudley ENO 592 231 - 2 hrs, FREE! 1 session, 12/7, W, 6-8pm Mystery Shopping 101 Have you ever wondered whether mystery shopping is a legitimate way to make a living? This course will show you how you can actually make money by: shopping, eating out, going to the movies…all the things you normally do! You will also learn how to watch out for mystery shopping scams. The course instructor has been mystery shopping for over 10 years, and now it’s your turn! Tuition includes $20 material fee. Instructor: Patricia Tear ENO 531 231 - 6 hrs, Fee $79 2 sessions, 11/15-11/22, T, 6-9pm Music Guitar for Beginners Your musical journey starts here! Learn simplified melodies, chords, strumming, and tuning in a fun, relaxed group setting. You’ll be introduced to the basic elements of rhythm, melody, and harmony that will have you making music in no time! This class is for beginners. Please bring a guitar and 1.5” binder to class. A limited number of right-handed guitars are available for use. If needed, call 302-259-6330 to reserve. A book will be available at class to purchase. Instructor: Debby Dudley ENO 207 231 - 9 hrs, Fee $99 6 sessions, 9/19-10/24, M, 5:45-7:15pm NEW ENO 211-231 – 9 hrs, Fee $99 6 sessions, 9/19-10/24, M, 7:30-9pm Piano for Beginners Have you ever wanted to try and learn to play the piano? It’s never too late to begin to learn how to play in a relaxed group setting. You’ll be introduced the basic elements of rhythm, chords, keys, notes, and reading music! This class is for beginners. Please bring a piano/keyboard and a 1.5” binder to class. A limited number of keyboards are available for use. First come, first served. If needed, call 302-259-6330 to reserve. A book will be available at class to purchase. Instructor: Debby Dudley ENO 208 231 - 9 hrs, Fee $99 6 sessions, 11/7-12/12, M, 6-7:30pm Photography Basic Photography Have fun with hands-on instruction while learning techniques that make the difference. Course will focus on developing the skills necessary to identify and produce the elements of a good photograph including basic design, composition, and lighting. Please bring your camera to class and call the instructor at 302-228-8405 with camera make and model. Tuition includes $10 material fee. Instructor: Mason Dixon ENA 259 231 - 12.5 hrs, Fee $99 5 sessions, 10/5-11/2, W, 6-8:30pm Intermediate Photography This intermediate photography course will expand on the concepts learned in Basic Photography. Students will apply the skills learned in the basic course while continuing to learn more intermediate concepts in composition, lighting, and camera techniques. Please bring your camera to class and call the instructor at 302-228-8405 with camera make and model. Tuition includes $10 material fee. Instructor: Mason Dixon ENA 260 231 - 12.5 hrs, Fee $99 5 sessions, 11/16-12/14, W, 6-8:30pm Understanding Your Camera This class covers everything from an introduction into digital technology to important camera settings, and how to start taking a good picture no matter what your subject. You will learn how to start controlling light, color, and atmosphere while learning the controls of your camera. Perfect for the entry level enthusiast! Please bring your camera to class and call the instructor at 302-228-8405. Tuition includes $10 material fee. Instructor: Mason Dixon ENA 274 231 - 3 hrs, Fee $39 1 session, 9/21, W, 6-9pm 302-259-6330 I Search classes and register online at go.dtcc.edu/workforcedevelopment 26 Personal Enrichment Special Interest Special Interest Creating Your Personal Brand In this basic skills class, you will gain knowledge about your bicycle’s brakes and drivetrain as well as how to fix a flat. You will be taught how to adjust and maintain the various components of the bicycle and how to identify and solve common problems. Squealing brakes, sloppy shifting, flat tires, and more will all be addressed in this class. This is a hands-on class so bring your bike to fix any existing or potential problems. Instructor: Benjamen Jones What is a personal brand? Do you have one? This course introduces the concept of personal branding and how to develop your image to market yourself professionally. Many people are intimidated by the idea of building their personal brand while also trying to build their company’s brand. But with a bit of planning, this goal can be integrated into your current content strategy with little extra effort. Come learn how to personally brand yourself! Instructor: Shelley Hastings Shelley Hastings is the Founder, CEO and success coach of Synergy Empowerment Coaching, LLC. ENO 578 231 - 4 hrs, Fee $29 2 sessions, 9/8-9/15, Th, 6-8pm END 209 231 - 2 hrs, Fee $25 1 session, 9/8, Th, 6-8pm Intermediate Basic Bicycle Maintenance Firearms: Protection & Training Basic Bicycle Maintenance Can you fix a flat with your eyes closed and adjust your cable tension on the fly? Take the next step with Intermediate Bicycle Maintenance and learn how to overhaul wheel hubs, bottom brackets, and headsets. Become competent in replacing brake and shift cables and housing. You will also gain advanced problem solving knowledge in order to detect common issues by sight, feel, and sound far before they become major problems. This is a hands-on class so bring your bike and a set of metric hex wrenches made by a bicycle tool brand (Pedro’s, Park Tool, Birzman, etc) to class. Instructor: Benjamen Jones ENO 230 231 - 4 hrs, Fee $29 2 sessions, 9/20-9/27, T, 6-8pm Citizens Police Academy Build a relationship with and thoroughly understand the assorted functions of the Georgetown Police Dept. This program allows many hands-on opportunities, as well as a ride along with a patrol officer. Participants are taught the basics of criminal law, search and seizure, patrol tactics, firearms, accident investigation, deadly force issues, crime scene processing, and many other topics. Learn the various ways the police serve our community and keep us safe. Co-sponsored by the Georgetown Police Dept. ENO 567 231 - 8 hrs, Fee $55 4 sessions, 10/13-11/3, Th, 6-8pm Women’s Firearms: Protection & Training In this class you will learn about safe gun handling, pistol parts and operation, ammunition, shooting fundamentals, as well as how to use a firearm properly and proficiently. Firearms are not permitted on the campus. First two classroom sessions meet at DTCC. Third session involves use of live ammunition and target shooting at instructor’s firing range. During the third session only, use of your own firearm/ammunition is permitted. If you do not have your own, an additional firearm/ammunition fee is required. Tuition includes $15 lab fee. Instructor: John Davis ENW 205 231 - 6 hrs, Fee $75 3 sessions, 10/6, Th, 7-9pm; 10/13, Th, 7-8pm; and 10/15, S, 9am-noon In this class you will learn about safe gun handling, pistol parts and operation, ammunition, shooting fundamentals as well as how to use a firearm properly and proficiently. Firearms are not permitted on the campus. First two classroom sessions meet at DTCC. Third session involves use of live ammunition and target shooting at instructor’s firing range. During the third session only, use of your own firearm/ammunition is permitted. If you do not have your own, an additional firearm/ ammunition fee is required. Tuition includes $15 lab fee. Instructor: John Davis Mah Jongg, Beginner ENO 201 231 - 6 hrs, Fee $75 3 sessions, 9/8, Th, 7-9pm; 9/15, Th, 7-8pm and 9/17, S, 9am-noon Learn instructional strategies, ability to play at a faster pace, and the betting aspect of the game while meeting and playing other players. Prerequisite: Prior experience or completion of Mah Jongg, Beginner class. Instructor: Michelle Rahn In this course you will learn the tiles and basic strategies to win. By the end of the course you will be playing a full game. No Mah Jongg experience or knowledge is required. Instructor: Michelle Rahn ENO 569 201 - 6 hrs, Fee $35 3 sessions, 9/19-9/22, MW&Th, 10am-noon ENO 569 202 - 6 hrs, Fee $35 3 sessions, 10/3-10/6, MW&Th, 10am-noon Mah Jongg, Intermediate ENO 584 201 - 6 hrs, Fee $35 3 sessions, 10/10-10/13, MW&Th, 10am-noon Return Day - Recalls & Reflections Join us to learn more about the history of Return Day and how the tradition has continued over the past 200 plus years. The instructors will be H. Terry Johnson, a director of Sussex County Return Day, Inc. and retired dean of student services, Owens Campus, and Russ McCabe, consultant/historian, retired state archivist and Delaware historian, former director of the Delaware State Archives. Lecture is held at the Marvel Carriage Museum in Georgetown. Call to reserve a space! ENO 534 271 - 1.5 hrs, FREE 1 session, 11/3, Th, 6:30-8pm 27 Delaware Technical Community College I Jack F. Owens Campus I Workforce Development and Community Education Personal Enrichment Writing for Fun and Knowledge Whether you have written personally or professionally, this course will review the English language for better writing techniques since “there is always room for improvement” and will offer you a chance to share your creativity with other like-minded or would-be writers. Please bring a pencil and pen to class. Instructor: Jessica Clark END 207 231 - 12 hrs, Fee $75 6 sessions, 10/12-11/16, W, 6-8pm Technology App Development Everyone has used the iPad and iOS platform, but in this hands-on App Development class we are going to learn how to develop applications (apps) for iOS! We will explore the basics of software development and programming, including basic data types and structures, and basic object-oriented programming techniques. This class is great for someone with an understanding of how to use software, but wants to learn how to create it! Please bring an iPad 2 or later (iPad 4 or later preferred) to class. Students must purchase Codea for iPads prior to class. For details, call 302-259-6330. No class 11/8. Instructor: Kolby Dukes ENF 221 231 - 12 hrs, Fee $95 6 sessions, 11/1-12/13, T, 6-8pm Creating Documents, Presentations, and Spreadsheets with iWork This class will teach you the ins and outs of Apple’s iWork suite (Compares to Microsoft Office). You’ll learn to create great looking flyers, invitations, and budgets using Pages (Similar to Word); tables, charts, and graphics using Numbers (Similar to Excel); and you’ll learn how to incorporate themes, transitions, and animations into your presentations using Keynote (Similar to Powerpoint). This class is geared toward Mac users, but iPad users are welcome! Please bring a Mac or iPad with iWork installed, pen, and paper to class. Instructor: Kolby Dukes ENF 217 231 - 2 hrs, Fee $25 1 session, 10/27, Th, 6-8pm Technology Instructor Feature: Linda Braswell (iPad Beginner, iPad Intermediate and iCloud for iPads and iPhones) Workforce Development and Community Education welcomes new technology instructor, Linda Braswell! When not kayaking or biking in the natural beauty of Delaware, Linda enjoys watercolor painting, reading and do-it-yourself projects. Linda grew up in Sussex County, and is a graduate of the University of Delaware and Wilmington University. She taught in Delaware’s public schools for over 30 years before retiring. Linda enjoyed teaching in kindergarten classrooms and an elementary computer lab, but realized her love of technology and working with adult learners while providing technology workshops for her fellow teachers as an instructional technology specialist. Since retiring, she has continued to teach adult learners at Wilmington University, Wesley College, and Delaware Tech. Linda feels comfortable working with both Apple and Windows, and looks forward to helping you develop your technology skills and knowledge! Inside Google Docs NEW Come take a look at Google Drive and Google Docs, a free online word processor, and discover how you can build documents with rich formatting, images, and tables. You will learn how to get around Google Docs’ web-based interface, create new documents, and add features such as footnotes, headers, footers, and page numbering. You will also see how to make your documents more engaging by adding images, Google drawing objects, and tables. Then learn how to share docs with others – for real-time, simultaneous collaboration! This class also includes interfacing with Google Drive. No class 11/23. Instructor: Norman Burt ENF 200 231 - 8 hrs, Fee $85 4 sessions, 11/16-12/14, W, 6-8pm Introduction to Social Media Does all this technology have you confused and feeling lost? Take this fun, informative, hands-on, and interactive starter course designed to show you how to connect with family and friends online, share photos and videos, stay up-to-date on news, research and find information on products and services including coupons, and build personal and professional online networks. Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Pinterest will be reviewed. Prerequisite: Students must have basic computer skills. Please bring user IDs and passwords for your social media accounts to class if you have them. Instructor: Lisa Flowers ENF 594 231 - 3 hrs, Fee $39 1 session, 10/27, Th, 6-9pm iPad for Beginners Learn how to create and navigate your home screen. Instructor will go over shortcuts and you will learn to explore maps, e-mail, and photos. Learn about face time and the app store. iPads will be available. Instructor: Linda Braswell ENF 585 231 - 4 hrs, Fee $45 2 sessions, 10/17-10/24, M, 6-8pm iPad, Intermediate Now that you have mastered the basics of your iPad, it is time to examine more of what this product has to offer! Here you will learn about multitasking, notifications, and copy and paste. Instructor will also go over specific applications that will help you get things done, as well as, syncing information to your computer. iPads will be available. Instructor: Linda Braswell ENF 587 231 - 4 hrs, Fee $45 2 sessions, 11/14-11/21, M, 6-8pm 302-259-6330 I Search classes and register online at go.dtcc.edu/workforcedevelopment 28 Personal Enrichment Technology NEW Interested in becoming a private pilot? This online class is needed to prepare you for the FAA private pilot examination and to operate unmanned serial systems (drones)! Private Pilot Ground School Transportation Interested in becoming a private pilot? This online course is designed to prepare students for the FAA private pilot examination and to operate unmanned aerial systems (drones). Private Pilot Ground School begins Sept. 12 - Oct. 31. This class will present the fundamental principles of flight. Topics include the theory of flight, aircraft standards and specifications, federal regulations, basic aircraft construction, weight and balance, navigation, meteorology, principles of radio communication, and application of aerodynamics. Instructor Jordan Bates holds a bachelor’s degree in aeronautics and a private pilot license. EYF 213 2B1 - 24 hrs, 2.4 CEUs, Fee $265 9/12-10/31- Students will be contacted prior to course start date with course log-in information. Self-Publishing 101 Twitter 101 Curious about self-publishing your work? This course will provide an overview of how self-publishing is changing the landscape of the publishing industry. You will learn how to edit, format, and prepare your manuscripts for publication in both digital and print editions, how to choose which platforms to sell your work, and marketing strategies including social media tools, street teams, and paid advertising. Local indie author Krista Venero will share what’s worked and not worked throughout her self-publishing odyssey which has produced six novels. Prerequisite: Students must have familiarity with Microsoft Word and navigating websites. Please bring a pencil and notepad to class. Instructor: Krista Venero Have you wanted to use Twitter or created an account on Twitter but have never done anything with it? Twitter is a social networking tool that has changed the way we communicate on both a personal and professional level. It is a real-time information network powered by people all around the world that lets you share and discover what’s happening now. In this class, you will learn the fundamentals of Twitter, such as how to set up a Twitter account, enhance your Twitter profile, tweet, retweet (share), engage, and get more followers. Attendees are encouraged, but not required, to bring (or have online access to) an image that they would like to use for their Twitter profile. Prerequisite: Students must have an active email address and preferably, but not required, to use at least one other social media platform, such as Facebook. Instructor: Lisa Flowers ENO 590 231 - 10 hrs, Fee $99 5 sessions, 10/20-11/17, Th, 6-8pm Understanding iCloud for iPad/iPhone Do you have an Apple device (iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch)? Are you confused about “the cloud?” Learn how to set up your iCloud account and what services your account provides, such as iCloud Drive. You will learn the difference between ‘syncing’ and ‘backing up’ using your iCloud account, and how to choose what to sync. Using the settings, you will learn to manage your iCloud storage to best suit your own needs. We will explore the differences in the iCloud’s photo features – iCloud Photo Library, My Photo Stream, and iCloud Photo Sharing. You will learn how to use the iCloud feature, Find My iPad/iPhone, and what to do if your device is ever lost or stolen. Instructor: Linda Braswell ENF 202 231 - 2 hrs, Fee $25 1 session, 12/5, M, 6-8pm ENF 219 231 - 3 hrs, Fee $39 1 session, 10/13, Th, 6-9pm 29 NEW Delaware Technical Community College I Jack F. Owens Campus I Workforce Development and Community Education Personal Enrichment Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Flight School The unmanned model quadcopter (drone) aircraft revolution is here! Attend this “crash course” to learn more about your pre-flight checklist. This remote controlled device can be equipped with a camera to provide amazing aerial videography and much more. This class will cover what you need to know for hobby/recreational use, such as proper operation, safety, rules, and equipment information. Learn more about this new technology! Come explore the wave of the future first hand! Instructor: Jordan Bates Jordan Bates holds a bachelor's degree in Aeronautics, FAA ground instructor's certificate, and a private pilot license. ENF 215 231 - 4 hrs, Fee $49 1 session, 8/29, M, 5:30-9:30pm Fitness Golf Lessons This course is designed to teach everything you’ll need to play golf in just a few lessons. Golf professionals will show that there are lots of ways to play by combining fun, friends and fitness. Each session will focus on the various golf skills you will use while playing. In addition to learning the basics, you will be guided onto the golf course to put your skills into action in a casual, friendly setting. Golf clubs are available for use. If needed, call 302-259-6330 to reserve. Class held at the Rookery (South) in Milton. ENR 200 271 - 6 hrs, Fee $149 6 sessions, 9/6-10/11, T, 4-5pm ENR 200 272 - 6 hrs, Fee $149 6 sessions, 9/9-10/14, F, 10-11am Men’s Basketball (Ages 16 & Up) Dribble, pass, and shoot your way to a good time. No instruction, just organized fun. No class 11/8. Instructor: Curtis Brock ENR 202 231 - 20 hrs, Fee $69 10 sessions, 9/13-11/22, T, 7:30-9:30pm Technology & Fitness Instructor Feature: Spike Adams (Tai Chi) Tai Chi practitioner and teacher for over 25 years Spike grew up in Kent County and worked in the highway construction industries for 40 years. Recently retired, Spike is spending more time on things he enjoys doing - his family, golf, yoga, and practicing and teaching T’ai Chi. Mind and Body Yoga Tennis for Adults Relieve stress and develop focus through yoga. Learn basic yoga postures, poses and breathing techniques that are designed to ease areas of tension, improve body flexibility, balance, and increase strength. You will also practice relaxation techniques such as guided meditation, which will in enhance overall body awareness, assist in quieting the mind, refreshing the body, and creating a sense of calmness in daily life. Give yourself or someone you know the gift of relaxation! No experience necessary. Please bring yoga mat to class. No class 11/8. Instructor: Kaila Tatman Learn or re-learn the fundamentals of tennis. Refresh your game and improve your skills with this class. Make new friends, enjoy great fitness, and have a swinging good time in one of Dave Marshall’s indoor or outdoor tennis courts! Class held at the Dave Marshall Tennis and Fitness Center at The Plantations in Lewes. ENR 234 231 - 6 hrs, Fee $55 6 sessions, 8/23-9/27, T, 6:30-7:30pm ENR 234 232 - 6 hrs, Fee $55 6 sessions, 10/18-11/29, T, 6:30-7:30pm Tai Chi, Level I This great exercise combines the use of the mind, body, and spirit into graceful and slow movements. The yang short form will be used. No class on 11/8. Instructor: Arthur (Spike) Adams ENR 243 231 - 6 hrs, Fee $49 6 sessions, 8/30-10/4, T, 6:30-7:30pm ENR 243 232 - 6 hrs, Fee $49 6 sessions, 10/11-11/22, T, 6:30-7:30pm Tai Chi, Level II This is a continuation of Tai Chi Level I. Prerequisite: Students must have taken two sessions of Tai Chi, Level I class. No class 7/26 and 11/8. Instructor: Arthur (Spike) Adams ENR 245 231 - 6 hrs, Fee $49 6 sessions, 7/5-8/16, T, 6:30-7:30pm ENR 233 271 - 4 hrs, Fee $119 4 sessions, 9/7-9/28, W, 4:30-5:30pm ENR 233 272 - 4 hrs, Fee $119 4 sessions, 10/12-11/2, W, 4:30-5:30pm ENR 233 273 - 4 hrs, Fee $119 4 sessions, 11/16-12/7, W, 4:30-5:30pm ENR 233 274 - 4 hrs, Fee $119 4 sessions, 12/14-1/4/2017, W, 4:30-5:30pm Women’s Personal Protection Training In this female instructed course, students will work to gain a functional understanding of how to escape various dangerous situations and how to avoid them. This class will cover facets of unarmed self-protection as well as the use of legal, hand-held selfdefense tools to increase safety in your vehicle, when traveling and in your home. Extensive hands-on training will enable you to develop confidence and proficiency. No experience necessary. Please wear comfortable attire (T-shirt, sweatpants, sneakers) and bring a water bottle or sports beverage to class. Class held at The EDGE Martial Arts Academy in Milton. ENW 210 271 - 6 hrs, Fee $39 4 sessions, 10/9-10/30, Su, 2-3:30pm ENR 245 231 - 6 hrs, Fee $49 6 sessions, 8/30-10/4, T, 7:30-8:30pm ENR 245 232 - 6 hrs, Fee $49 6 sessions, 10/11-11/22, T, 7:30-8:30pm 302-259-6330 I Search classes and register online at go.dtcc.edu/workforcedevelopment 30 Youth Kids On Campus Kids on Campus Youth ARC Babysitter Training with Pediatric CPR/First Aid (Ages 11-15) Gain skills and confidence to safely and responsibly care for children and infants through hands-on activities and lively discussions. Be able to handle emergencies such as injuries, illnesses and household accidents. This training will help participants develop leadership skills, develop a babysitting business, keep themselves and others safe, help children behave, and learn about basic child care and basic first aid. Students will be given a handbook packed with information and full-color skill sheets, a compact emergency reference guide, and an interactive CD-ROM. A certificate of completion will be mailed after class concludes. Please bring a bagged lunch to class. Instructor: Patricia Hill Saturday Academy Minecraft Camp (Ages 7-12) Come spend the morning with the popular Minecraft video game to build worlds, solve puzzles, and create together. Students have specific goals and challenges each month, which they take on both individually and by playing together as a group. Both newcomers and experienced Minecraft players are invited to explore, learn, problem solve, and create amazing and unique worlds together! ENU 919 261 - 12 hrs, Fee $99 4 sessions, 9/3-12/3, S, 9am-noon Solar Power, Energizing the Future (Ages 9-12) Do you know how our biggest star makes more energy in a single second than human civilizations have needed since the beginning of time? Come learn how we use energy to power our houses and lives. Discover through engineering and design concepts how to reduce your carbon footprint. ENU 914 261 – 3 hrs, Fee $29 1 session, 9/10, S, 9am-noon 31 Architecture Toward the Future (Ages 9-12) Have an interest in designing buildings and want to learn how to build computer and hand-made models? Learn about the architectural design process and let your imagination soar as you create your own building. See how your dreams can become real in the exciting world of architecture. Instructor: Derek Dutton ENU 913 261 - 3 hrs, Fee $29 1 session, 10/8, S, 9am-noon Watersheds & Wastewater (Ages 9-12) Do you know what happens after you flush your toilet? Are you interested in learning about watersheds and how waste affects water? Come learn hands-on how waste affects living plants and animals, aquatic and natural environments and people! Instructor: Hilary Valentine EYU 201 261 - 10 hrs, Fee $125 2 sessions, 9/17-9/24, S, 8:30am-1:30pm Archery (Ages 8-13) In this hands-on archery class, every student has the chance to become Robin of Loxley (aka Robin Hood) or even Katniss (in The Hunger Games). Students will learn about the history, construction and the use of the longbow and recurve bow, as well as methods of shooting, finding distance, and ways to improve bow handling skills. Please wear comfortable shoes and bring a bottled beverage to class. Equipment is available for use, but if you own your own equipment feel free to bring it to class. Class at the instructor’s small, informal, outdoor archery range held at instructor’s home in Milton. Each student must have an adult with them and stay on the premises. Please call 302-259-6330 for the address. Instructor: Michael Chamberland ENU 816 271 – 7.5 hrs, Fee $55 5 sessions, 8/27-9/24, S, 3:30-5pm ENU 915 261 - 3 hrs, Fee $29 1 session, 11/12, S, 9am-noon Delaware Technical Community College I Jack F. Owens Campus I Workforce Development and Community Education Youth Kids On Campus Instructor Feature: Michael Chamberland (Archery) Michael Chamberland is the owner and chief instructor at The EDGE Academy in Milton. His services include law enforcement defensive tactics, edged, impact and improvised weapons training, as well as martial arts classes for children and families. Originally from northern Maine, Michael is a lifelong archer and will be instructing traditional archery techniques of the long bow and recurve bow, shooting methods, and range safety. Michael will be instructing our Personal Enrichment Women’s Personal Protection and Kids on Campus Archery (Ages 8-13) classes. Chef Junior - Holiday Style With the holidays coming up do want to make some delicious dinners and desserts for your friends? Come to Chef Junior – Holiday Style where you will learn how to make mashed potatoes and gravy, cook mini pies, and much, much more! You will make a dish and dessert to eat during the session. Please call us at 302-259-6330 to let us know if there are any food allergies that we need to be aware of. Instructor: Daisy Wharton ENU 918 231 - 12 hrs, Fee $135 6 sessions, 11/2-12/7, W, 5-7pm Tango for Kids Tango is all about attitude and telling a story which makes this dance easier for first time dancers to learn. Dancing is all about having fun and not caring if someone is watching. Wear comfortable non-stick shoes. Instructor: Barbara Rynkowski Cha Cha/Jive for Kids Chef Junior Cha Cha is the fun favorite of ballroom dances. Jive has elements of rock ‘n’ roll, swing, and jitterbug which commands audience attention. Be ready to shake your tail feather! Wear comfortable non-stick shoes. Instructor: Barbara Rynkowski Measure, mix, cook, and bake your way to fun in Chef Junior. Learn the basics and expose yourself to new baking techniques! You will learn a variety of cooking and baking skills. Hungry for homemade pizza, artwork dinners, or desserts that don’t need to be baked? You will make a dish and dessert to eat during the session. Please call 302-259-6330 to let us know if there are any food allergies that we need to be aware of. Instructor: Daisy Wharton ENU 916 261 - 4 hrs, Fee $39 4 sessions, 9/17-10/8, S, 9-10am ENU 920 231 - 12 hrs, Fee $135 6 sessions, 9/12-10/17, M, 5-7pm ENU 917 261 - 4 hrs, Fee $39 4 sessions, 10/29-11/19, S, 9-10am Tennis (Ages 7-18) Learn the fundamentals of tennis or refresh your game and improve your skills with this class. Make new friends, enjoy great fitness and have a swinging good time in one of Dave Marshall’s indoor or outdoor tennis courts! Class held at the Dave Marshall Tennis and Fitness Center at The Plantations in Lewes. ENU 811 271 - 4 hrs, Fee $119 4 sessions, 9/7-9/28, W, 4:30-5:30pm ENU 811 272 - 4 hrs, Fee $119 4 sessions, 10/12-11/2, W, 4:30-5:30pm ENU 811 273 - 4 hrs, Fee $119 4 sessions, 11/16-12/7, W, 4:30-5:30pm ENU 811 274 - 4 hrs, Fee $119 4 sessions, 12/14-1/4/2017, W, 4:30-5:30pm 302-259-6330 I Search classes and register online at go.dtcc.edu/workforcedevelopment 32 Arts and Crafts Encore Lifelong Learning • Enrichment • Engagement Arts and Crafts Beading On the Loom NEW Enjoy weaving a one-of-a-kind, wearable work of art by weaving a beaded bracelet on a beading loom. For a supply list, call 302259-6330. Instructor: Edilu Nehbras Lifelong Learning • Enrichment • Engagement ENQ 284 201 - 4 hrs, Fee $55 2 sessions, 10/17-10/24, M, 1-3pm Welcome to Encore! Our former Adult Plus program is now Encore. In this era of lifelong learning, our emphasis is on consistently developing quality programs and services geared toward individuals aged 50 and older. Encore is dedicated to serving the educational, cultural and social interests of its members through courses, trips, events, and exclusive membership benefits. Beading Off the Loom Annual membership fee of $39 entitles you to these great perks! • Encore member-only classes covering a wide spectrum of interests including art, history, financial and retirement planning, fitness, and much more • FREE Fitness Center Membership • Encore members-only Book Club – FREE with membership • Your own Delaware Tech email address • Access to discounted educational software such as Microsoft Office • $10 discount on our great trips all over the mid-Atlantic • Discounted rates on non-Encore Personal Enrichment courses • FREE one-time admission to Treasures of the Sea Museum • Monthly Lunch and Learn Seminars - FREE • Monthly newsletter via email ENQ 598 201 Register Today! Call 302-259-6330 or register online at dtcc.edu/workforcedevelopment 33 NEW Make two different off the loom beaded bracelets using seed beeds. Your choice of color! For a supply list, call 302-259-6330. Instructor: Edilu Nehbras ENQ 289 201 - 4 hrs, Fee $55 2 sessions, 10/31-11/7, M, 1-3pm Drawing: From Eye to Paper Drawing is the basis of visual communication and is a skill that anyone can learn. It is a matter of translating the three dimensional world to the two dimensional surface. In this class we will work to understand how to build a drawing working with graphite, charcoal, and pen and ink. Each class will address a specific technique as we draw from still life and, weather permitting, from the world outside. For a supply list, call 302-2596330. Instructor: Alison Chism ENQ 840 201 - 12 hrs, Fee $99 6 sessions, 9/29-11/3, Th, 3-5pm Beginning Oil Painting NEW If you’ve always wanted to learn to paint with oils, this is the class for you! Accomplished local artist Linda Steere will teach the very basics including introduction to supplies, colors and the color wheel, drawing basic shapes, the grid method, basic rules of composition, and value painting. Students will complete at least two paintings during the course. For a material list, call 302-259-6330. This class will be held at the Manor House in Seaford. ENQ 838 271 – 16 hrs, Fee $109 8 sessions, 8/15-10/10, M, 6-8pm Delaware Technical Community College I Jack F. Owens Campus I Workforce Development and Community Education Arts and Crafts & Enrichment Encore Chocolate on the Delaware 33RD Annual Craft Fair Delaware Tech invites you to join us for a day of holiday shopping at the Owens Campus, Carter Partnership Center. From homemade quilts to wooden decorations. Jewelry to country gifts and glass art! Saturday, 11/12, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. • FREE TO ATTEND! Space available on a first-come, first-served basis. ENQ 217 261– Fee $60, one table • ENQ 278 261– Fee $100, two tables NEW Chocolate has played an important role in American history past, present, and future. In this course students will learn about how chocolate found its place in popular culture, view a demonstration of the 18thcentury chocolate making process, and take home a taste of the past themselves. This class is provided by the Lewes Historical Society. They are currently the first and only organization within Delaware which can bring this interesting and interactive history of chocolate to you! ENQ 256 231 - 1.5 hrs, Fee $39 1 session, 9/1, Th, 6:30-8pm ENQ 256 271 - 1.5 hrs, Fee $39 1 session, 9/8, Th, 6:30-8pm *Class held at Manor House. Registration is now being accepted. Please call 302-259-6342 for an application and details. ENQ 256 232 - 1.5 hrs, Fee $39 1 session, 9/15, Th, 6:30-8pm Learn to Crochet Have you ever wanted to learn how to crochet beautiful items of clothing, crafts, and accessories, but weren’t sure how to get started? Our instructor promises to have you crocheting by the end of this three hour class. Call 302-259-6330 for supply list. Instructor: Dawn Brown ENQ 847 261 - 3 hrs, Fee $35 1 sessions, 11/5, S, 9am-noon Print Making NEW This class encompasses print making, from making stamps and stencils for printing, to Geli and Monoprinting, to printing on a variety of surfaces. For a supply list, call 302259-6330. Instructor: Edilu Nehbras ENQ 265 201 - 4 hrs, Fee $55 2 sessions, 9/19-9/26, M, 1-3pm Gardening in Southern Delaware Lifelong Learning • Enrichment • Engagement Enrichment America’s Founding Fathers and Mothers NEW We know Washington, Adams, Jefferson, and Madison as our first four presidents and Revolutionary War heroes; however, much more is being learned about their significant others; wives, daughters, girlfriends, and in Jefferson’s case, his favorite slave woman. This course will examine and discuss George and Martha Washington, John and Abigail Adams, Thomas Jefferson and the women who influenced his life, and James and Dolly Madison. Instructor: Eric Mease ENQ 275 231 - 8 hrs, Fee $69 4 sessions, 10/3-10/12, M&W, 6-8pm Gift Certificates Do you have a birthday, anniversary or special gift occasion coming up? Do you have a green thumb? Are you hoping to grow a green thumb? East Coast Garden Center is the place for you! Learn everything you need to know about gardening in Southern Delaware. Meets at East Coast Garden Center in Millsboro. Instructor: Valery Cordrey ENQ 843 271 - 6 hrs, Fee $79 2 sessions, 10/10-10/12, M&W, 1-4pm Introduction to French Join our beginning French class for those who have always wanted to learn French but never had the time, or those who just want to be able to pronounce words in books, items on a menu, or communicate when traveling. Did you study French in high school but now you have forgotten everything? This relaxed and comfortable class is for you! Students must purchase textbook prior to class. For details, call 302-259-6330. Instructor: Lisa Lynch ENQ 844 201 - 9 hrs, Fee $79 6 sessions, 9/6-9/22, T&Th, 4-5:30pm A class makes a great gift! Call 302-259-6329 for details on how to give a gift certificate. 302-259-6330 I Search classes and register online at go.dtcc.edu/workforcedevelopment 34 Encore Enrichment History of the Mason-Dixon Line NEW Born as the result of a bitter territorial dispute over royal land grants, the Mason-Dixon Line was surveyed between 1763 and 1767 to settle the boundaries for Pennsylvania and Maryland. Later, it became associated with the division between the North and the South. Today, the line is still seen by many as a symbolic dividing line for regional attitudes and customs. This program explores the story of the line, which runs through our land and our history, along with the perceptions that have developed about the boundary. Instructor: Mike Dixon ENQ 273 201 - 2 hrs, Fee $19 1 session, 9/30, F, 10am-noon Discover the Story of Railroads on the Delmarva NEW Trace the history of trains on the Delmarva with expert Mike Dixon as he provides richly illustrated photographs from the region beginning of the railroad age to the present day. Instructor: Mike Dixon ENQ 288 201 - 2 hrs, Fee $19 1 session, 10/28, F, 10am-noon Grandparents, Kids, and Money NEW Today’s generation of children are growing up in a world with so many complexities, and the topic of financial literary should not be one of them… yet it is. This program will provide you with the tools to teach children and/or grandchildren about financial skills and topics to prepare them to be more successful in their coming future. Instructor: Carrie Dupuie ENQ 286 231 - 2 hrs, Fee $19 1 session, 10/20, Th, 6-8pm Maximizing Social Security This workshop teaches “baby boomers” how to maximize their Social Security with strategic planning for the future. Focus areas will include understanding the value of Social Security, whether or not Social Security will be there, spousal benefits/ divorced/survivor, when you should apply, Social Security planning for women, couples, and more. Instructor: Carrie Dupuie ENQ 228 231 - 2 hrs, Fee $19 1 session, 9/22, Th, 6-8pm 35 Instructor Feature: Mike Dixon (Story of Railroads on the Delmarva and History of the Mason Dixon Line) Mike is a historian and writer whose research and teaching focuses on community studies and social history. For nearly four decades, he has worked to encourage public interest and participation in the preservation of the past while creating understandings between earlier eras and the present. Addressing his area of scholarship, he has appeared on the Today Show, the National Geographic Channel and in prestigious magazines. Mike enjoys seeking out stories that create a distinctive sense of place. Along the way he finds rich, deep, and varied stories about the past in fascinating small towns. He holds graduate degrees in history and the behavioral sciences from St. Joseph’s University and Washington Colleges and is an adjunct professor at Wilmington University. He is a visiting scholar for the Delaware Humanities Forum and a member of the speakers’ bureau for the Maryland Humanities Council. Retirement Planning Boot Camp: How to Navigate Life Before and After Retirement NEW Planning for retirement can be tricky; it’s full of twists, turns and not nearly enough road signs. Wouldn’t it be nice if you had a map, or maybe a checklist, for planning a successful retirement? This course is a detailed retirement planning seminar designed to educate those who are nearing retirement, or who have recently retired. Our goal is to help make people aware of the challenges in retirement and teach them suitable ways to overcome them. Instructor: Eric Johnston Encore Book Club As Edmund Burke said, “To read without reflecting is like eating without digesting.” Join us for a good read and a good discussion! Facilitated by our Encore members, we’ll choose both non-fiction and fiction books. We’ll have a reading plan and discussion questions for each meeting. For the book selection, call 302-259-6342 a month prior to the section. ENQ 841 201 - 6 hrs, FREE! 4 sessions, 9/7-9/28, W, 1-2:30pm ENQ 841 202 - 6 hrs, FREE! 4 sessions, 10/5-10/26, W, 1-2:30pm ENQ 268 231 - 6 hrs, Fee $19 2 sessions, 9/20-9/27, T, 5:30-8:30pm ENQ 841 203 - 6 hrs, FREE! 4 sessions, 11/2-11/23, W, 1-2:30pm Success Tools for Career Changers Write that Short Story! NEW If you are a seasoned employee seeking a mid-life career change, this course is for you! In this series, you will discover tools and techniques to best highlight your years of experience and interview to impress. Latest job search methods and resources will be included to help you plan your exit strategy and pursue a more fulfilling encore career. Instructor: Shelley Hastings This course will provide you instruction in the art of writing short fiction. You will complete several short stories as they experiment with various narrative styles, prompts, and points of view. Instructor: Judy Shandler ENQ 294 231 - 6 hrs, Fee $49 3 sessions, 9/29-10/13, Th, 6-8pm Create a memoir; learn how to focus your life stories and give them literary purpose. In this class, you will explore how best to tell your life story. Instructor: Judy Shandler ENQ 257 201 - 12 hrs, Fee $99 6 sessions, 9/8-10/13, Th, 10am-noon Writing Memoirs NEW ENQ 819 201 - 12 hrs, Fee $99 6 sessions, 11/2-12/7, W, 10am-noon Delaware Technical Community College I Jack F. Owens Campus I Workforce Development and Community Education Encore Explore Fort Delaware State ParkPea Patch Island Lifelong Learning • Enrichment • Engagement Explore Encore Explore offers members a series of educational adventures that start with an expert lecture and conclude with a field trip to a related site. If you have any questions, please call Jillian Whitney at 302-259-6342. Brunch with Ainsworth Abbott Travel to Abbott’s Mill Nature Center in Milford, Delaware to explore our functional historic gristmill in Sussex County since 1796! Over a light brunch enjoy the fascinating life of Ainsworth Abbott, who bought what we now call “Abbotts Mill” in 1919 (when he was only 24 years old) and operated it by himself for over 40 years. After brunch, take a guided tour of the historic old mill, watch the gears and belts turn, and learn how it is linked to George Washington and Thomas Jefferson. Class meets at Abbott’s Mill Nature Center in Milford. Instructor: Stephen Childers ENQ 276 271 - 2 hrs, Fee $35 1 session, 10/4, T, 11am-1pm Fort Delaware was a harbor defense facility located on Pea Patch Island on the Delaware River. Fill your day with history of 1864. Participate in guided tours of this “fortress” to see how Union Soldiers and Confederate prisoners lived their days. You will take a ferry ride from Delaware City to Pea Patch Island. Picnic lunch is included! Departs DTCC at 8 a.m.; departs Delaware City at 2 p.m. Refund available prior to 9/1. ENQ 274 271 - 6 hrs, Fee $55 1 session, 8/27, S, 8am-2pm Invite the Birds! Join us for a lecture presented by the Delaware Nature Society offering tips and techniques for identifying Delaware’s winter bird residents by sight and sound. You will discover how to encourage these winged acrobats to brighten the season skies in your yard! You will receive a laminated backyard birds guide. Then, join us the following day as we experience Virginia birdwatching at its best on the Assateague Explorer’s Bird Watching Tour. Join us for the 1.5 hour tour followed by an independent lunch and free time in quaint downtown Chincoteague. Instructor: Alice Mohrman. Departs DTCC on Thursday, 10/6, at 8:30 a.m.; departs Chinoteague at 3 p.m. ENQ 279 201 - 10.5 hrs, Fee $79 2 sessions, 10/5, W, 11am-1pm & 10/6, Th, 8:30-5pm Delmarva Life/WBOC & Lunch Be part of the live audience for Delmarva Life on WBOC, then we’ll have lunch in Salisbury, included in the price! Departs DTCC at 8 a.m.; departs Salisbury at 1:30 p.m. Refund available prior to 10/14. ENQ 290 271 - 5.5 hrs, Fee $39 1 session, 11/14, M, 8am-1:30pm Dover Air Mobility Command NEW Museum and Lunch Join us for a tour of the Dover Air Mobility Command Museum at the Dover Air Force Base. The tour includes access to many planes! Afterwards, we’ll enjoy a delicious lunch. Departs DTCC at 9 a.m.; departs Dover at 2 p.m. Refund available prior to 9/7. ENQ 281 271 - 5 hrs, Fee $45 1 session, 10/7, F, 9am-2pm NEW The Delmarva Oyster Experience Curious about the history and current state of oystering in the Chesapeake? Join us on an adventure to a working oyster farm on Hooper’s Island in Maryland where we’ll hear a lecture by Bryan Gomes of the Oyster Recovery Partnership and then take a tour of the farm. Lunch is included and in the afternoon we will venture to Cambridge for the hatchery tour. Departs DTCC at 9:30 a.m.; departs MD at 3 p.m. Refund available prior to 9/11. Instructors: Bryan Gomes ENQ 835 271 - 5.5 hrs, Fee $69 1 session, 9/9, F, 9:30am-3pm The Role of the U.S. in Space NEW & Wallops Island Tour Bill Avery, employee of ILC Dover for over 40 years, will provide an overview of the role that the United States has played in the early space race. Emphasis will be placed on local history, which is rich in the various ways it has supported NASA. This includes ILC Dover, which has designed and produced all of the Apollo space suits worn on the moon. The lecture will conclude with the role Wallops Island has and continues to have in supporting the NASA space program. Join us for an unforgettable tour the following day at Wallops Island. Lunch is included. Departs DTCC at 8 a.m.; departs Wallops Island at 3:30 p.m. on 3/19. Instructor: Bill Ayrey ENQ 260 231 - 9.5 hrs, Fee $59 2 sessions, 9/12, M, 5:30-7:30pm & 9/13, T, 8-3:30pm Treasures of the Sea Did you know that we have our own sunken sea treasure at Delaware Tech? The Treasures of the Sea Exhibit features an amazing array of artifacts, precious jewels, and coins recovered from two Spanish galleons that sunk off the coast of Florida in 1622. Join our resident expert Susan Doering for the all the historical details and to view the treasure with your own eyes! After our class and tour, stick around for lunch in our very own Lighthouse Cove! Instructor: Susan Doering ENQ 213 201 - 3 hrs, Fee $25 1 session, 10/26, W, 10am-1pm LOVE TO READ? Join us for the NEW Encore Book Club! Join us at one of our Book Club sessions to enjoy a relaxed environment to share your thoughts on the latest read. Registration is required. Please call 302-259-6330 one month prior to the session start date to acquire the book title. Facilitators are needed, please contact Jillian Whitney at 302-259-6342. 302-259-6330 I Search classes and register online at go.dtcc.edu/workforcedevelopment 36 Encore Fitness Lifelong Learning • Enrichment • Engagement Fitness Cardio Step NEW Cardio Step is a fun, interactive class that utilizes basic step moves, body weight exercises, and dancing. This class is designed for people 50+ and any skill level, as the steps can be easily modified for all levels of fitness. Instructor: Jessica James. No class 11/24. ENQ 262 201 - 10 hrs, Fee $69 10 sessions, 9/13-10/13, T&Th, 9-10am ENQ 262 202 - 10 hrs, Fee $69 10 sessions, 11/10-12/15, T&Th, 9-10am Sailing 101 NEW Imagine the wind in your hair and the sun on your face. Learn how fun and rewarding sailing can be in this three-session, handson course! On-water classes (sessions 2 and 3) will take place at Coastal Kayak in Fenwick Island. Instructor: Mitch Mitchell ENQ 259 231 - 4.5 hrs, Fee $199 3 sessions, 9/6, T, 5-6:30pm, 9/7, W, 10-11:30am & 9/8, Th, 10-11:30am ENQ 259 232 - 4.5 hrs, Fee $199 3 sessions, 9/6, T, 5-6:30pm, 9/7, W, 3-4:30pm & 9/8, Th, 3-4:30pm ENQ 259 233 - 4.5 hrs, Fee $199 3 sessions, 9/6, T, 5-6:30pm, 9/14, W, 10-11:30am & 9/15, Th, 10-11:30am Senior Circuit Silver Yoga Ready, set, get fit! Built for the 50+ individual, this twice weekly program enables you to enhance cardiovascular endurance and muscle tone while getting fit at your own pace. The program takes you through 10-12 exercises on a rotating basis and allows you to work at your level of fitness, providing a rewarding, social environment for exercise. Held at the YMCA in Rehoboth Beach. No class 11/24. Please email jbutti@ymcade.org to setup an orientation prior to the first session. Specialized yoga classes for older adults with modifications for everyone, and emphasis on topics such as: relaxation, flexibility, strength, balance, injury prevention, improved memory, and focus. This class is designed to encompass all learning and ability levels. It is also suitable for anyone with physical limitations, injuries, etc. Please bring your own yoga mat. No class 11/8. Instructor: Kaila Tatman ENQ 941 271 - 16 hrs, Fee $49 16 sessions, 9/6-10/27, T&Th, 11am-noon ENQ 232 202 - 6 hrs, Fee $45 6 sessions, 10/18-11/29, T, 10:30-11:30am ENQ 941 272 - 15 hrs, Fee $49 15 sessions, 11/1-12/22, T&Th, 11am-noon ENQ 232 201 - 6 hrs, Fee $45 6 sessions, 8/23-9/27, T, 10:30-11:30am MEMBER SPOTLIGHT We want to hear about you! Look forward to a special feature in our Encore newsletter that highlights an Encore Member. Do you know someone who would be perfect to feature in the newsletter? Please send your biography to Jillian Whitney at jwhitne4@dtcc.edu to share some great stories and accomplishments! 37 Delaware Technical Community College I Jack F. Owens Campus I Workforce Development and Community Education Encore Lunch and Learn Lunch and Learn Seminars Lifelong Learning • Enrichment • Engagement Bring your lunch and your brain! We’ll listen to a guest lecturer present and then open the floor for questions and discussion. Please call 302-259-6330 to register. FREE! July September November Topic: Ladies and Gentlemen: The President of the United States Topic: “African-American Newspapers 1827-1998” Topic: "We Felt Our Creator Had Abandoned Us: The Devastating Effects of Smallpox on Native Americans in the Delaware Valley" Speaker: Daniel Pritchett Listen to Pritchett present American History through an examination of the lives and words of our chief executives. This particular lecture will focus on the issues of slavery, civil rights, and war and peace through the history of the American presidency. ENQ 860 201 – 2hrs, FREE! 1 session, 7/20, W, 11am-1pm August ENQ 862 201 - 2 hrs, FREE! 1 session, 9/21, W, 11am-1pm Topic: Gardening for Wildlife & Water Speaker: Alice Mohrman, Abbott’s Mill Nature Center, Delaware Nature Society Create a beautiful yard that benefits birds and butterflies while helping to reduce pollution in our local waterways. It’s easy and any size yard, balcony, business or school can help! Participants will receive Sussex County Native Plant List. ENQ 861 201 - 2 hrs, FREE! 1 session, 8/17, W, 11am-1pm Speaker: Syl Woolford Join Woolford as he reviews the AfricanAmerican newspapers from 18271998 that highlight historic events that concerned the African-American community that were ignored in the daily newspapers at that time. The lecture will provide evidence of the daily activities of such historic figures as: Booker T. Washington, Ida B. Wells, Mary Church Terrell, William Trotter, and Marcus Garvey and shows how their advocacy impacted our lives today. October Topic: “Food for Life: The Advantages of Plant-Based Eating For You, the Animals, and the Planet” Speaker: Lori Beinhauer Did you know that benefits of eating a plant-based diet can reverse global warming and end hunger? Join Lori Beinhauer as she discusses how eating a whole-food, plant-based diet can both prevent and reverse disease. Learn the environmental impacts diet has on our planet and how simply changing your diet can have positive effects on the environment. Speaker: Cara Blume Smallpox is usually included among the European diseases that disproportionately affected Native Americans following colonization by a series of European countries. It is difficult for people living today to imagine the horror of this disease. We have been buffered by two centuries of vaccination and other public health efforts to contain this disease, and today, we no longer need to fear it at all. It has been eradicated. For 17th century Native Americans in the Delaware Valley, however, this disease not only caused massive depopulation, but also caused serious societal problems whose effects can still be seen today. ENQ 864 201 - 2 hrs, FREE! 1 session, 11/16, W, 11am-1pm ENQ 863 201 - 2 hrs, FREE! 1 session, 10/19, W, 11am-1pm We invite you following the Lunch and Learn to embark on a guided tour of the Delaware Technical Community College Facilities with one of our staff members! 302-259-6330 I Search classes and register online at go.dtcc.edu/workforcedevelopment 38 Encore Technology Instructor Feature: Richard Taylor Lifelong Learning • Enrichment • Engagement (Fix that Photo!, Terrified of Computers, and many more) Technology Terrified of Computers? Do you have a laptop or desktop computer? Learn the basics, from turning it on to how to make Windows work for you. Learn to drag and drop, cut and paste, and perform other Windows operations. This computer class will help you become comfortable and confident using your computer. (Bring flash drive to class). Instructor: Richard Taylor ENQ 270 201 - 4 hrs, Fee $39 2 sessions, 9/26-9/28, M&W, 10am-noon How to Connect Your Digital Camera to Your Computer NEW You have that great digital camera with dozen of great photos, now learn how to download them to your computer. You will also learn how to attach them to email so the rest of the family can enjoy them too. We will explore some basic photo editing to make your pictures come alive. Bring a notebook, flash drive, the computer cable that came with your camera, the storage card, a good attitude, and lots of questions. Instructor: Richard Taylor ENQ 283 201 - 4 hrs, Fee $35 2 sessions, 10/11-10/13, T&Th, 10am-noon Fix that Photo! NEW Are you ready to learn photo editing? You will be able to crop your photos, remove red-eye, and other basic digital camera photo editing. Bring your questions, a pen, a notebook, and a flash drive. Instructor: Richard Taylor ENQ 285 201 - 4 hrs, Fee $35 2 sessions, 10/18-10/20, T&Th, 10am-noon Richard Taylor retired to Sussex County after 23 years as an instructor in the Philadelphia Fire Department. He taught several adult computer classes at Sussex Tech before joining Delaware Tech. He enjoys adapting each class to meet the needs of the students. Richard teaches photography, retouching and correcting photos, and more. Getting Started with Facebook, Skype, and Instant Messaging NEW Do you want to be in the know with Facebook, Skype, and Instant Messaging? If you answer "yes," then this class is perfect for you. Our instructor will review the different programs available, how to setup accounts on each one, and how to update photos and posts. After completing this class, you will be ready to communicate to anyone in the world by mastering these programs. Instructor: Richard Taylor ENQ 287 201 - 8 hrs, Fee $69 4 sessions, 10/24-11/2, M&W, 1-3pm Using your iPad or iPhone Do you own an iPhone and/or an iPad? Do you want to improve your skills and knowledge on how to use it? Then this class is for you! Using your iPhone/iPad is perfect for users who want to learn how to setup and use their iPhone and/or iPad in a classroom that has an easy to follow “learnas-you-go” method of teaching. You’ll learn how to set your device up, how to manage the settings to make your iPhone or iPad work best for you, how to work the built-in apps such as Messages, Calendar, Safari, and Mail. Plus, you’ll learn how to use your iCloud/Apple account to install apps from the App Store and Music from iTunes. Using Your iPhone/iPad is a class that’ll have you leaving with all your questions answered and a new level of comfort for using these great devices. Instructor: Linda Braswell ENQ 818 231 - 4 hrs, Fee $39 2 sessions, 9/12-9/19, M, 5-7pm 39 LOOKING FOR MORE GREAT CLASSES? Check out our Personal Enrichment courses on pages 20-31. Encore members get a discount! Delaware Technical Community College I Jack F. Owens Campus I Workforce Development and Community Education Road Scholar Road Scholar Watercolor at the Beach (5 night program) Explore the World With Road Scholar and Delaware Technical Community College Road Scholar, the not-for-profit leader in educational travel since 1975, offers 5,500 educational tours in all 50 states and 150 countries for adults ages 40 plus. Alongside local and renowned experts, experience in-depth and behind-the-scenes learning opportunities. Road Scholar inspires adults to learn, discover and travel. Delaware Technical Community College partners with Road Scholar to provide programs in Newark, Dover, Rehoboth Beach, as well as Ocean City, MD. Attendees come in from around the country and we also offer a commuter rate for those wishing to travel over daily to participate in group activities and meals. While you can register for programs all over the world, we invite you to especially check out our local educational adventures organized by Workforce Development and Community Education, which are coming up this Spring: The duPonts of Delaware: Landscapes and Legacies (5 night program) NEW Discover Delaware: America’s First State (5 night program) NEW One of the most prominent and wealthy families in America, the duPonts, are also one of the most private and elusive. From their noble origins in France to the humble beginnings of their gunpowder mill along the banks of the Brandywine River, learn how the family built an industrial empire dedicated to innovations in chemistry and engineering headquartered in Wilmington. Field trips to duPont properties as well as expert-led lectures will reveal the personalities behind the name duPont as well as the many ways the company influenced the course of American history. Experience the First State's historical treasures and proud heritage along the Delaware History Trail. The state that started the nation has a lot to offer, from quaint seaside villages to sandy beaches, scenic state parks, local wineries and flavorful cuisine. Experience all of this and more in each of Delaware’s three regions - New Castle, Kent and Sussex counties- each with its own appeal and character. Enjoy expert-led museum visits, make stops at the state’s first and only farm winery, as well as its oldest craft brewery, and travel back in time to several pivotal periods in Delaware’s rich history. All-Inclusive commuter pricing: $879 per person All-Inclusive commuter pricing: $791 per person Delaware Coastal Exploration: A Hiking, Biking and Paddling Adventure (5 night program) Tee Time on Delmarva: Small Group Golf Instruction (4 night program) NEW Discover the rich history and natural gifts of the Delaware shoreline and coastal ecosystem as you hike, bike and paddle your way to fun and fellowship. Pedal beside ponds where the calls of migrating birds complement expert instruction on Delmarva landscapes and natural history. Learn the history of the watershed through informative kayak excursions with local experts on tranquil rivers and bays. When you’re not on the trail or water, experience the savory side of Delaware. Learn the finer points of local brews at a beer tasting, enjoy delicious coastal cuisine and experience scenic waterways while you relax on a sunset study cruise. All-Inclusive commuter pricing: $797 per person Learn golf basics or take your game to the next level through golf clinics taught by local professionals from the Original Golf School. You'll enjoy daily on-course instruction in small groups led by experienced Original Golf School pros while lodging in outstanding accommodations on the beach overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Take your watercolor painting to the next level, joining nationally known artist Nancy Ellen Thompson for encouraging instruction in the techniques of watercolor. Whether you are new to the medium or an experienced painter, be assured that you will discover a new - or renewed - passion for watercolor painting in the settings of natural beauty. All-Inclusive commuter pricing: $701 per person Delaware on the Front Lines and Women Spies: From the American Revolution to WWII (3 night program) Delaware has been a strategic point of military defense for the United States since the country’s very beginnings - from the American Revolution to World War II and beyond. Take a fresh look into the military history of “The First State” as historians and military experts share their insight into the military intelligence and espionage during the Revolutionary War, Civil War, and WWII. All-Inclusive commuter pricing: $501 per person The Golden Age of American Musicals and Radio - That's Entertainment! (4 night program) Journey from the 1920s to the 1950s to experience the “Golden Age” for American music, its musicals, and radio communication. The Brothers Gershwin and Fred Astaire created many unforgettable Broadway shows and musicals. The American Musical was evolving into a genre that would capture the world’s admiration and attention. Experience the highlights of this glorious time while relaxing by the lovely Delaware seaside! All-Inclusive commuter pricing: $599 per person All-Inclusive commuter pricing: $729 per person For more information, visit Road Scholar’s website at roadscholar.org or call 1-877-426-8056. Details on the local programs listed above can be discussed with Jillian Whitney by calling 302-259-6342. We look forward to welcoming you on your next adventure! 302-259-6330 I Search classes and register online at go.dtcc.edu/workforcedevelopment 40 Travel and Culture Trips Travel with Delaware Tech DON'T RISK DISAPPOINTMENT. REGISTER FOR TRIPS EARLY! Refunds for trips are as noted. PLEASE NOTE: A Day in Inner Harbor – 9/4, Su A fun day on your own to sightsee, shop, visit the National Aquarium, Science Center, or Port Discovery. If you’d like to visit the Aquarium, tickets should be prepurchased online after confirming the trip. Independent meals. Departs DTCC at 8 a.m.; departs Baltimore at 5 p.m. Refund available prior to 8/4. Trips will depart from Delaware Tech, Stephen J. Betze Library parking lot. Meals are independent unless otherwise noted. ENS 233 271 – Encore Members, $35 TRIP DISCLAIMER: Baltimore Comic Con – 9/4, Su Delaware Tech is not responsible for any loss, cost, injury, expense or damage to you or your property incurred in connection with any trip. We suggest you do not leave personal belongings aboard the bus while you are touring your destination. The College assumes no responsibility for loss or damage. Calling all comic book fans! The Baltimore Comic-Con is held in the fall annually and hosts a variety of comic creator guests, retailers, and exhibitors, plus events during the show. This Comic-Con is a comic book-oriented fan convention held in Baltimore. Panel discussion throughout the day featuring industry names presenting information on current and upcoming industry events, comic book history, and how to be a part of it! Come join us for a day of super heroes. Independent meals. Departs DTCC at 8 a.m.; departs Baltimore at 5 p.m. Refund available prior to 8/4. We send e-mail reminders for upcoming trips. Be sure to give your e-mail address when you register! ENS 232 271 – General Public, $45 ENS 581 271 – Encore Members, $59 ENS 582 271 – General Public, $69 Brandywine Festival of the Arts – 9/10, S All Aboard Strasburg! All Aboard Strasburg! - 7/9, S Full steam ahead to Strasburg Rail Road! Come experience Lancaster County, on a 45-minute ride behind a real, operating steam engine. The story of Lancaster County will unfold before your eyes. After enjoying the train ride, spend the rest of the day at the Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania. This museum has a world-class collection of more than 100 historic locomotives and rail cars. Trains, trains, everywhere! Departs DTCC at 7:30 a.m.; board train at 11 a.m.; departs Strasburg at 4 p.m. Lunch provided. Independent dinner. Refund available prior to 6/9. ENS 824 271 – Encore Members, $89 ENS 827 271 – General Public, $99 “Samson” at Sight and Sound Theatre and Hershey Farm Restaurant – 9/1, Th The world’s first superhero…the strongest man who ever lived…he killed a lion with his bare hands and defeated a thousand soldiers…but he’s not a hero because of the strength of his hands, he’s a hero because of the faith in his heart! One of the most captivating stories in the Bible, “Samson” is filled with colorful characters, extraordinary feats of strength, and amazing special effects that your whole family will love. Lunch is included at the Hershey Farms Restaurant. Independent dinner. Departs DTCC at 9 a.m.; departs Lancaster at 5:30 p.m. Refund available prior to 8/1. The Brandywine Festival of the Arts is an annual arts festival in Wilmington. Featuring hundreds of juried artists exhibiting one-ofa-kind art, the festival is a Delaware tradition spanning over half a century. Now regionally popular and nationally recognized, the Brandywine Festival of the Arts boasts participants from across the United States and perennially ranks in the top 100 shows in the country. Independent meals. Departs DTCC at 8 a.m.; departs Wilmington at 4 p.m. Refund available prior to 8/10. ENS 602 271 – Encore Members, $19 ENS 603 271 – General Public, $29 ENS 538 271 – Encore Members, $149 ENS 542 271 – General Public, $159 41 Delaware Technical Community College I Jack F. Owens Campus I Workforce Development and Community Education Travel and Culture Trips Baltimore Comic Con One World Observatory and 9/11 Memorial Museum – 9/15, Th Spend a day of remembering 9/11 by seeing the brand new One World Observatory and the 9/11 museum. The One World Observatory has stunning views of NYC. Learn about the voices and foundations of personal stories of the men and women who built the One World Trade Center. After observing the 360 stunning views on the 100th floor, we will then visit the 9/11 Memorial museum. The Memorial is a national tribute of remembrance and honor to the 2,983 people killed in the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001 and Feb. 26, 1993. Independent lunch. Departs DTCC at 6:30 a.m.; departs NY at 5 p.m. Refund available prior to 8/15. ENS 768 271 – Encore Members, $125 ENS 797 271 – General Public, $135 16th Library of Congress National Book Festival – 9/24, S Join us for the 16th Library of Congress National Book Festival! This event brings about 150 nation’s best authors, poets, and illustrators to Washington to discuss their work and meet their fans. You will be able to listen to lectures, readings, interviews, and could even have your own book signed. Independent meals. Departs DTCC at 8 a.m.; departs DC at 4 p.m. Refund available prior to 8/24. Smithsonian – 9/24, S The day is yours to stroll through the eight museums located on the National Mall between the Washington Monument and the Capitol. Independent lunch. No food or drink may be brought into the museums. Departs DTCC at 8 a.m.; departs DC at 3:30 p.m. Refund available prior to 8/24. ENS 248 271 – Encore Members, $39 ENS 247 271 – General Public, $49 47th Annual Occoquan Arts and Crafts Show – 9/25, Su Come for an unforgettable experience where you will find one-of-a-kind, hand-crafted items galore! This arts and crafts festival hosts over 300 contemporary and country crafters, and artisans from across the US. This award-winning, semi-annual arts and crafts festival attracts 10,000 visitors. Join us for a festival of beautiful art, live music, and great food! Independent meals. Will stop for dinner in Annapolis. Departs DTCC at 8 a.m.; departs Occoquan at 4 p.m. Refund available prior to 8/25. ENS 587 271 – Encore Members, $69 ENS 588 271 – General Public, $79 Jersey Boys at the Hippodrome – 9/27, T Jersey Boys is the Tony, Grammy, and Olivier award-winning Best Musical about Rock and Roll Hall of Famers the Four Seasons – Frankie Valli, Bob Gaudio, Tommy DeVito, and Nick Massi. Come join us for an evening of fun, pop music! Independent dinner prior to show. Departs DTCC at 4:30 p.m.; departs Baltimore at 10 p.m. Refund available prior to 8/27. ENS 591 271 – Encore Members, $139 ENS 592 271 – General Public, $149 Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire – 10/2, Su Hear Ye, Hear Ye, come you peasants! Join us for the 36th annual season of the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire. Enjoy themed entertainment, foods, participatory contests, and activities in addition to the regularly scheduled events. Come participate in a man’s chest game, eat a turkey leg, or chant for your favorite jouster. Let the games begin! Independent meals. Departs DTCC at 9 a.m.; departs PA at 4 p.m. Refund available prior to 9/2. ENS 598 271 – Encore Members, $45 ENS 599 271 – General Public, $55 ENS 270 271 – Encore Members, $39 ENS 271 271 – General Public, $49 302-259-6330 I Search classes and register online at go.dtcc.edu/workforcedevelopment 42 Travel and Culture Trips Hershey Chocolate and Wine Overnight Experience – 10/9 & 10/10, Su & M Come with us for a chocolate and wine adventure. You will be staying at the prestigious Hotel Hershey. During this experience, we will be touring the Hershey Chocolate World, the Hershey Story’s Museum, and the Hershey Gardens. We will also have a private Wine and Chocolate tasting in a classroom setting. If you have a love of chocolate, wine, and the history of how Hershey Chocolate came to be – join us! Two days, one night. Breakfast, museum, garden, and tour are included in tuition. Departs DTCC at 10 a.m.; departs Hershey at 4 p.m. Refund available prior to 9/9. ENS 887 271 – Double Occupancy, $299 ENS 886 271 – Single Occupancy, $399 Mount Vernon – 10/11, T Mount Vernon Bird Watching Cruise – 10/6, Th Experience Virginia bird watching at its best on the Assateague Explorer’s Bird Watching Tour. The bird watching cruise is your way to reach areas where shore birds and other birds thrive along the Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge at Assateague. Groups also see bald eagles during most every tour! Join us for the 1.5 hour tour followed by an independent lunch and free time in quaint downtown Chincoteague. Departs DTCC at 8:30 a.m.; departs VA at 3 p.m. Refund available prior to 9/6. ENS 608 271 – Encore Members, $65 ENS 609 271 – General Public, $75 A Day in Philadelphia – 10/14, F Enjoy an independent day in the historical area of Philadelphia. See Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell, or whatever you choose! There’s so much history within walking distance; it’s perfect for a day of Independence! Departs DTCC at 8 a.m.; departs Philadelphia at 3:30 p.m. Refund available prior to 9/14. ENS 614 271 – Encore Members, $35 ENS 615 271 – General Public, $45 Eastern State Penitentiary and Reading Market Terminal – 10/14, F First tour one of the most famous prisons in the world, often called the first true “penitentiary,” designed to inspire true regret in the hearts of convicts. It's now crumbling cells once held notorious criminals including “Slick Willie” Sutton and Al Capone. After our tour, head over to the Reading Terminal Market for a late lunch. Everything you need to create a memorable meal, from cookbooks, to table linens, to kitchenware, to fresh flowers, and more. One of the widest variety of restaurants under one roof. Independent lunch. Departs DTCC at 8 a.m.; departs Philadelphia at 3 p.m. Refund available prior to 9/14. ENS 616 271 – Encore Members, $49 ENS 617 271 – General Public, $59 Mount Vernon was the home of George and Martha Washington from the time of their marriage in 1759 until the time of their deaths in 1799 and 1802. Their plantation is 8,000 acres, and the mansion has 21 rooms. Guests are invited to tour the mansion and estate, which includes more than a dozen outbuildings. There are also four gardens, a forest trail, and a four-acre working farm. Guests will also have the opportunity to go behind the scenes to see the Mount Vernon location that played a starring role in “National Treasure: Book of Secrets.” Enjoy lunch at the food court or outside on the lawn, included in tuition. Departs DTCC at 8 a.m.; departs Mount Vernon at 3 p.m. Refund available prior to 9/11. ENS 762 271 – Encore Members, $115 ENS 763 271 – General Public, $125 Autumn Leaf Special – 10/19, W Surround yourself with the beauty and splendor of Autumn during the most colorful time of the year. Join us for a 1 1/2 hour round trip train to Mt. Cuba Picnic Grove. Stop for a delicious boxed lunch (included in tuition) and enjoy the scenery surrounding you. Bring your camera and behold the best that the Red Clay Valley has to offer. Departs DTCC at 10 a.m.; departs Wilmington at 2:30 p.m. Refund available prior to 9/19. ENS 702 271 – Encore Members, $49 ENS 703 271 – General Public, $59 43 Delaware Technical Community College I Jack F. Owens Campus I Workforce Development and Community Education Travel and Culture Trips "Cinderella" at the Hippodrome “Cinderella” at the Hippodrome – 11/3, Th Sugarloaf Craft Festival – 11/19, S This Tony Award-winning Broadway musical delights audiences with its contemporary take on the classic tale. With its fresh new take on the beloved tale of a young woman who is transformed from a chambermaid into a princess. Join us for a time of magic and adventure! Independent dinner prior to show. Departs DTCC at 4 p.m.; departs Baltimore at 10:30 p.m. Refund available prior to 10/3. ENS 738 271 – Encore Members, $139 Lovers of fine crafts and art will find more than 350 top artisans displaying and selling their unique creations in pottery, sculpture, glass, jewelry, fashion, home décor, furniture, home accessories, items for the garden, and photography. In addition to top national artists, the festival will also introduce new and emerging artists showcasing the latest trends in handmade fashion and accessories, statement jewelry, and fine art. Departs DTCC at 8 a.m.; departs MD at 4 p.m. Refund available prior to 10/19. ENS 739 271 – General Public, $149 ENS 620 271 – Encore Members, $69 “The Nutcracker” at the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra – 11/3, Th Yuletide at Winterthur – 11/22, T ENS 621 271 – General Public, $79 Join the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra presenting “The Nutcracker.” Newly appointed BSO Associate Conductor Nicholas Hersh embraces love, longing, and dance in this program. He opens with John Adams’ witty depiction of Chairman Mao and his future wife joining in a humorous, slightly amorous foxtrot. The sights and sounds of dream-like Arabian Nights are conjured in Ravel’s ravishingly beautiful song cycle. Be transported to the glorious, joyous music of Tchaikovsky’s “The Nutcracker!” Independent dinner prior to show. Departs DTCC at 4 p.m.; departs Baltimore at 10:15 p.m. Refund available prior to 10/3. ENS 568 271 – Encore Members, $109 Founded by Henry Francis du Pont, Winterthur (pronounced “winter-tour”) is the premier museum of American decorative arts, reflecting both early America and the du Pont family’s life here. Its 60-acre naturalistic garden is among the country’s best, and its research library serves scholars from around the world. We invite you to visit and explore this place of beauty, history, and learning and enjoy a special reserved tour of the house and grounds. Independent lunch onsite. Departs DTCC at 8 a.m.; departs Wilmington at 3 p.m. Refund available prior to 10/22. Longwood Gardens Christmas – 12/1, Th Christmas blooms with tall, elegantlydecorated trees and thousands of poinsettias, amaryllis, cyclamen, and much more. Stroll through the Conservatory, the Ballroom, the Music Room, the Organ Museum, and the Living Wall. Have an enjoyable dinner (included in tuition) at the café overlooking the lights. Departs DTCC at 1 p.m.; departs Kennett Square at 8:30 p.m. Refund available prior to 11/1. ENS 944 271 – Encore Members, $59 ENS 970 271 – General Public, $69 Christmas on the Potomac – 12/4, Su Come join us for a spectacular wonderland with Christmas on the Potomac at the Gaylord National Resort. With over two million lights in this magical adventure, you are transported to a land of snow falling, sounds and songs of Christmas, with a delicious dinner to feast. There are also ice slides and sculptures to see in this magical place. Dinner and ticket included. Departs DTCC at noon; departs Baltimore at 8 p.m. Refund available prior to 11/4. ENS 764 271 – Encore Members, $129 ENS 765 271 – General Public, $139 ENS 269 271 – Encore Members, $35 ENS 268 271 – General Public, $45 ENS 570 271 – General Public, $119 302-259-6330 I Search classes and register online at go.dtcc.edu/workforcedevelopment 44 Travel and Culture Trips 2016 Christmas Show: Winter Wonderland and Miller’s Smorgasbord Meal – 12/6, T Come join us for lunch at the famous Miller’s Smorgasbord in Lancaster, PA. Then, sit back, and enjoy the 2016 Christmas Show: Winter Wonderland presented at the American Music Theater. This feel-good holiday event, filled with yuletide whimsy and winter wonder, celebrates both the magic and the meaning of Christmas. Lunch and ticket are included. Independent dinner. Departs DTCC at 9 a.m.; departs Lancaster at 5 p.m. Refund available prior to 11/6. Radio City Christmas Spectacular – 12/13, T Christmas spectacular featuring the Rockettes with independent meals and time to sightsee or shop in Manhattan. Includes transportation and great seats! Departs DTCC at 7 a.m.; departs NY at 6:30 p.m. Refund available prior to 11/13. ENS 278 271 – Encore Members, $165 ENS 277 271 – General Public, $175 Ocean City Christmas – 12/14, W Winterfest of Lights is a beautiful display of Christmas lights on Ocean City’s Northside Park. Catch the spirit on this train ride! But first, join us for tea in a lovely Victorian oceanfront hotel followed by a delicious dinner. Cost includes transportation, park admission, tea, and dinner. Departs DTCC at 3 p.m.; departs Ocean City at 7 p.m. Refund available prior to 11/14. ENS 275 271 – Encore Members, $49 ENS 274 271 – General Public, $59 ENS 795 271 – Encore Members, $145 ENS 796 271 – General Public, $155 Day in New York – 12/13, T Spend a day in Manhattan doing whatever you choose! Maps will be distributed. Please confirm trip prior to purchasing Broadway tickets. Drop-off and pick-up location will be Rockefeller Center (45 Rockefeller Plaza). Departs DTCC at 7 a.m.; departs NY at 6:30 p.m. Refund available prior to 11/13. ENS 245 271 – Encore Members, $75 ENS 244 271 – General Public, $85 45 Gift Certificates Do you have a birthday, anniversary or special gift occasion coming up? A trip makes a great gift! Call 302-259-6329 for details on how to give a gift certificate. Delaware Technical Community College I Jack F. Owens Campus I Workforce Development and Community Education Travel and Culture Trips First-Class Escorted Tours Delaware Technical Community College and Accent On Travel, in conjunction with Collette Vacations, present: Nashville and More, Dec. 2016 • Hawaii Island Tour, Feb. 2017 Iceland, Aug. 2017 • South America Land Tour, Nov. 2017 Nashville All Delaware Tech Travel Programs feature: • Round-trip flights from Philadelphia (other city departures or air credit available) Hawaii Island • Round-trip transfers to the airport from Delaware Tech • Professional English-speaking Guide while at the destinations • Entrance fees & local guides for destination enrichment • Educational, cultural, and fun experiences at the destinations Iceland • First-class hotels with private baths • Very inclusive packages - Minimal extras not included • Local pre-travel get-togethers with fellow travelers and a professional travel consultant • Optional travel insurance South America • Local registration appointments & document pickup at Accent On Travel for those unable to attend general meetings • Benefits spring and summer educational camps for low-income youth in Sussex County You’re invited to an exclusive Delaware Tech Travel Presentation: Wednesday, July 13, 2016 • 6 p.m. Carter Partnership Center, Owens Campus • Room 529 RSVP requested, but not required, by calling Accent On Travel. Please call if you cannot attend but would like a brochure sent to you with the day by day itinerary and registration form. Accent On Travel: (302) 703-6154 / Email: consulting@accentontravel.us 302-259-6330 I Search classes and register online at go.dtcc.edu/workforcedevelopment 46 Events Come join us for Southern Delaware’s Premier Cycling Event! Tour de Sussex September 24, 2016 For more information tourdesussex.com SAVE THE DATE WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT AND COMMUNITY EDUCATION GRADUATION MAY 11, 2017 Carter Partnership Center Owens Campus • Georgetown, DE 47 Delaware Technical Community College I Jack F. Owens Campus I Workforce Development and Community Education Events 5K RUN/1MI WALK 5K RUN/1MI WALK ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT DELAWARE TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE OWENS CAMPUS VETERANS’ SCHOLARSHIP POST RACE COOKOUT FAMILY FRIENDLY FUN AND GAMES SEPT.1, 2016 To register online visit www.SeashoreStriders.com | For more information visit go.dtcc.edu/run5k 302-259-6330 I Search classes and register online at go.dtcc.edu/workforcedevelopment 48 Events Treasures of theSea An Exhibit at Delaware Tech Take a step back in time to 1622. Experience the excitement of treasure hunting in the deep waters of the Atlantic as you view the discovered treasures of precious gems, silver and gold from the ill-fated Spanish galleon, Nuestra Señora de Atocha. Located at Delaware Technical Community College in Georgetown, Delaware. Monday, Wednesday & Friday: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. • Saturday: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Call for fees and group tours. treasuresofthesea.org • (302) 259-6150 Environmental Training Center DELAWARE TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE | GEORGETOWN, DELAWARE Technical training for water quality professionals including water operators, wastewater operators, onsite technicians and well drillers. (302) 259-6384 | www.dtcc.edu Customized contract training is available onsite and online to meet your needs. 49 Delaware Technical Community College I Jack F. Owens Campus I Workforce Development and Community Education Events F REE FALL 2016 EVENTS Supported through The Fund for Global Understanding Attend FREE Global Understanding programs and learn about the world! www.go.dtcc.edu/global Programs are open to the community. Postcards from Abroad: Snack Around the World Tues., Aug. 30 Come experience a little taste of the 2016 study abroad destinations! Meet students who have studied abroad and pick up a snack from each country. Bon appétit! Thurs., Sept. 1 Watch the documentary Regret to Inform, a powerful story about the legacy of the Vietnam War. The filmmaker travels to Vietnam to see the place where her husband died and interviews other American and Vietnamese widows. Tues., Sept. 20 Experience Cuba through the eyes of Delaware Tech faculty members as they discuss their learning experiences on the 2016 Professional Development Program to Cuba. *Part of Hispanic Heritage Month* 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Fireside Lounge (SSC) Arts & Culture: Regret to Inform Documentary Global Voices: Reflections on Cuba 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Theater (A&S) 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Theater (A&S) Thurs., Oct. 20 Global Skills: Study Abroad Fair 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Fireside Lounge (SSC) Tues., Oct. 25 Global Skills: Taking the Right Risks 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Room 344 (A&S) Thurs., Nov. 3 Global Voices: OxFam Hunger Banquet 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Fireside Lounge (SSC) Think outside the classroom—and the country! Get the scoop on upcoming DTCC study abroad destinations and the scholarships that can help you get there. Meet instructors leading this year’s programs and students who went abroad last year to find out what studying abroad can do for you. *Part of Half-way There Week* Are you a risk taker or do you “play it safe”? Inspired by the late entrepreneur and community leader Matt Haley, this workshop will help you use informed risk-taking to achieve success and reach your goals, whether it’s a joining a club, applying for a new job, or traveling to an exciting new destination. Life isn’t fair–and neither is this. At the Oxfam America Hunger Banquet® where you sit and what you eat are determined by the luck of the draw. Change the way you think about poverty and hunger! Get your free ticket at: dtcchungerbanquet.eventbrite.com Photo Exhibit: Mon., Nov. 7 - Fri., Dec. 2 Arts & Culture: International Education Week Photo Contest and Reception Theater Lobby (A&S) Photo Reception: Wed., Nov. 16 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Theater Lobby (A&S) Explore the world through photos submitted by students and staff to celebrate International Education Week! We’ll announce the winners of the photo contest and the free study abroad experience at the reception. ation, contact: For more inform Amy Russell l Coordinator s Internationa .edu Owens Campu • amy.russell@dtcc (302) 259- 6589 302-259-6330 I Search classes and register online at go.dtcc.edu/workforcedevelopment 50 Online Courses/Training Internet-based Professional Development Training and Distance Education We offer a wide range of highly interactive courses that you can take entirely over the Internet. All of our courses are led by expert instructors, many of whom are nationally known authors. Our online courses are affordable, fun, fast, convenient, and geared just for you. • Accounting & Finance • Business • Computer Applications • Cosmetology • Design & Composition • Engineering • Government • Health Care & Medical • Industrial Skills • Language and Arts • Law and Legal • Personal Development • Safety & Environmental • Schools • Service & Hospitality • Technology • Writing and Publishing For more information, contact: Testing Center Coordinator Phone: 302-259-6376 • Fax: 302-259-6751 owens-test@dtcc.edu Contact (302) 259.6376 or Cristy Urbina (443) 365.2314 answeryour yourquestions! questions! ContactDTCC DonTesting DukesCenter (302) 855-5928 or Rachel Curry (910) 273.6835 to to answer Email: ddukes3@dtcc.edu or rcurry@protrain.edu Visit: http://dtcc.theknowledgebase.org Email: owens-test@dtcc.edu or curbina@protrainedu.org Visit: http://dtcc.theknowledgebase.org 51 Delaware Technical Community College I Jack F. Owens Campus I Workforce Development and Community Education DELAWARE TECHTech - WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT AND COMMUNITY EDUCATION Delaware - Corporate & Community Programs Enroll Today! Discover why millions of students are making the switch to online learning. With online courses, you can study at your convenience in your preferred learning environment. Our courses and programs are highly engaging and relevant and our instructors are interactive and support you through the curriculum. Choose from our growing catalog of Instructor-Led Courses designed to teach you a new skill or refresh a current one or our Career Training Programs geared to place you into a new career in an in-demand field. Online Courses • Instructor-Facilitated • Online Discussion Areas • 24-Hour Access • 6 Weeks of Instruction Online Career Training Programs • One-On-One Instructor Assistance • 24-Hour Access • All Materials and Books are Included! 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. You can complete any course entirely from your home or office. Any time of the day or night. Prepare for employment in some of today’s hottest careers with a comprehensive, affordable, and self-paced online Career Training Program. You can begin these Programs at any time and learn at your own pace. Features: • Receive a certificate upon successful completion. • Courses start anytime – begin when you wish. • A typical program takes 3-6 months to complete. Extensions are available upon request. • 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. Features: Popular Programs: Medical Billing and Coding – 240 hours Popular Courses: Accounting Fundamentals Gain a marketable new skill by learning the basics of double-entry bookkeeping, financial reporting, and more. Creating Web Pages Learn the basics of HTML so you can design, create, and post your very own site on the Web. Medical Terminology: A Word Association Approach Prepare for a career as a medical billing and coding professional. CompTIA™ A+ Certification Training – 150 hours CompTIA A+ certification is the industry standard for validating the skills of entrylevel computer technicians. It opens the door to an exciting career in computer technology, and ed2go’s online program makes training convenient and interactive. Six Sigma Black Belt -200 hours Prepare for a career in the health services industry by learning medical terminology in a memorable and enjoyable fashion. The Six Sigma Black Belt Online Career Training Program provides you with an indepth look at the Six Sigma Black Belt problem-solving methodology, deployment, and project development approaches. Speed Spanish Building Analyst Quick Start Program (BPI BA Certification) – 60 hours Learn six easy recipes to glue Spanish words together into sentences, and you'll be engaging in conversational Spanish in no time. This program will teach you about the principles of green buildings—from insulation to indoor air quality—as well as how to perform comprehensive building assessments. Introduction to Microsoft Excel Work with numbers? You need to know Excel. Learn the secrets of this powerful application. Project Management Fundamentals Gain the skills you'll need to succeed in the fast-growing field of project management. Grammar Refresher Revive your lost or forgotten knowledge of English grammar and gain confidence in your ability to produce grammatically correct writing. Medical Transcription – 240 hours Learn to transcribe medical reports in hospitals, offices, or from home with the most popular transcription program in the country for entry-level training. Travel Agent Training – 200 hours Learn the basic skills needed to operate a computer reservation system for airlines, travel agencies, cruise lines, hotel, or as a home-based agent, and get started in a career in the travel industry. www.ed2go.com/dtccowens-pro www.gatlineducation.com/dtcc www.ed2go.com/dtccowens-pro www.gatlineducation.com/dtcc MORE COURSES AVAILABLE AT EACH OF OUR WEBSITES 302-259-6330 I Search classes and register online at go.dtcc.edu/workforcedevelopment 52 Considering a location for your next conference or meeting? Look no further than Delaware Technical Community College Excellent Customer Service Our team of experienced professionals is ready to assist you with every detail of your conference or training need. Premier Technology Convenient Access The Owens Campus can be reached from most surrounding areas within 45 minutes. We are conveniently situated at the major traffic arteries of U.S.113 and Seashore Highway, Route 18/404. The campus serves as a prime location for events in the county with plenty of free parking adjacent to the facility. Onsite Catering Arrangements can be made directly with our contracted caterers when scheduling your event. Fiber optic connections to our campuses across the state will allow you to conduct your event from the Owens Campus and have it broadcast simultaneously to both Kent and New Castle counties. Flexible Meeting Facilities We have various meeting room layouts to accommodate small groups of 8-10 or larger groups of up to 250 (banquet style seating). We also feature lecture and breakout rooms, high tech computer labs, and a performing arts venue. To reserve facilities, contact Louise Rathfon at 302-259-6340 or email lrathfon@dtcc.edu Information Our Mission: The Workforce Development and Community Education Division of the College provides lifelong learning opportunities for personal and professional growth for a diverse population through quality education and training programs. In addition, the Division supports economic development efforts by designing and delivering training programs that address the specific needs of local businesses and industries. For information on all of our programs, call 302-259-6330. Cancellation of Classes: Classes will be cancelled if a minimum number of full-paying students have not registered. Enrollment Policy: You are enrolled upon receipt of payment, provided there is space in the class.You will be contacted if there is a problem. Refund Policy: For a full refund, you must contact the Workforce Development and Community Education office at least 72 hours before the first session. Withdrawals within the first week receive a 75% refund. Refunds are not given for classes that have three or fewer sessions, with the exception of the above 72-hour refund request. Please note that there are some courses with different refund policies. 53 Registration Continuing Education Units (CEUs) Awards: The CEU (Continuing Education Unit) is a nationally accepted standard for non-credit continuing education courses. A certificate is awarded upon successful completion and may be used as a reference for job promotion or hiring. Designated non-credit professional development courses are CEU-certified. Tax Deduction/Credit Policy: An income tax deduction/ credit may be permitted for educational expenses incurred while maintaining and improving professional skills. Consult your tax specialist for more information. Inclement Weather/Emergency Closing: To obtain information about the delay or cancellation of day, evening or weekend classes, see announcements on: • www.facebook.com/dtccowens • www.dtcc.edu •302-259-6000 • WBOC- TV FERPA: FERPA was enacted to protect the privacy of educational records and to provide guidelines for the correction of inaccurate or misleading data through informal and formal hearings. Among other things, FERPA gives students the right to file complaints with the United States Department of Education concerning alleged failures by the educational institution to comply with the Act. Delaware Technical Community College I Jack F. Owens Campus I Workforce Development and Community Education Registration Form Registration for non-credit courses is continuous throughout the year and is accepted on a first come, first served basis. Please complete this form to register by mail or fax. Date _________________________________ SS# ___________-________-___________ Birth Date ______/______/______ Name (last, first, middle initial) _______________________________________________________________________________________ Address ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ City __________________________________________ State ____________________ Zip _________________________ Phone (day) ____________________________ (evening) ________________________________ (cell) ___________________________ E-mail Address ________________________________________ Male Would you like to receive information regarding courses via e-mail? Yes Female No Encore Membership: Membership $39 Register There are five easy ways to register: online, phone, fax, by person or by mail. On-line: go.dtcc.edu/workforcedevelopment Telephone: 302-259-6330 Fax: 302-259-6759 In person or by mail: Delaware Tech - Workforce Development Carter Partnership Center, Room 500 21179 College Drive Georgetown, DE 19947 Faxing and mailing requires a printed form. No seats are reserved unless the forms include payment information. Schedule Course Number Course Title Beginning Date Cost Payment We accept Visa, Master Card or Discover credit and debit cards. Cash accepted for in person registration only. Source of payment: Self Employer Other ___________________________________________________________ Check payable to DTCC Check #_________________________ Bank _______________________________________________________ Credit Card Visa Discover Mastercard Card # _________________________________________________ Verification # _________________ Exp. 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