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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Professional Success
Administrative Professional’s
Degree….................................17
Computer and Office
Technology....................... 25, 26
Computers and Software…3, 4
Florist Training…....................7
Grant Writing…...................8, 9
Health Careers…...............9, 10
Herbal Studies…....................10
Languages….....................11, 12
Massage Therapy Training/
CEUs…..............................23, 24
Personal Trainer….................25
Professional Skills.........…16-18
Real Estate…..........................19
Personal Enrichment
Arts and Crafts……….........1, 2
Beauty and Wellness……....2, 3
Cultures and Religions………5
Dance…………....................5, 6
Father Daughter Ball….......….6
Fitness and Sports……........6, 7
Food and Beverage……......…8
Herbal Studies….....................10
Home and Garden……....10, 11
Languages……….............11, 12
Money and Investing….........13
Music……........................13, 14
Nevada Ghost and Paranormal
Series….............................14, 15
Outdoors….......................15, 16
Photography……...................16
Senior Silver College……20-22
Writing……............................19
Registration &
WDCE Policies.....27, 28
Arts and Crafts
Artwork by Kate Aubrey
Whether it’s capturing the sunrise on canvas or crafting a personalized gift, you’re an original
and you seek to express yourself in new ways. Designed with you in mind, these classes offer
you new creative outlets. Most art classes require additional supplies.
HOT CLASS
Crafts/Textiles
Sewing I
Learn how to use basic sewing techniques,
understand patterns and how to cut fabric.
Bring your sewing machine to class and
know its basic operations.
9/7-11/9
W
6:30-9:30 p.m.
Pelham
TMCC Meadowood Center S103 $109
Calligraphy
Develop your own distinctive style by
creating beautiful free-flowing letters.
Explore the exciting ways you can use your
newfound talent for scrapbooking, wedding
and party invitations, specialty items and
much more. Your multi-award winning
instructor will show you how rewarding it is
to learn this graceful artistry.
8/4-8/25
TH
3-5:30 p.m.
Foldvary-Anderson
TMCC Meadowood Center S103
$59
Questions? Call 775-829-9010
HOT CLASS
Turn Your Crafts into Cash
Turn your hobby or craft into a moneymaker.
Learn dozens of tips to improve sales and
profitability while operating on a low
budget. Discover how to prepare your crafts,
promote, set prices, find the best outlets and
expand your market opportunities. Find
out how to obtain the materials you need to
make your products for less and keep your
enterprise running successfully.
10/4
T
2-5 p.m.
Veltkamp
TMCC Meadowood Center S324
$39
“This class was very inspiring. I
came in unable to believe I could
be successful and now I feel I have
all the tools and know how to get
going.”
–Shannon R., Turn Your Crafts into Cash
student
1
Drawing/Painting
HOT CLASS
Drawing I
Basic drawing skills can open up a whole new
world of artistic expression. In this beginning
class learn about contour drawing, negative
shades, perspective and proportion. Use
graphite or pen and ink to create realistic
drawings.
9/12-10/10
M
1:30-4:30 p.m.
Woodard
TMCC Meadowood Center S315
$99
Drawing II
Give your artwork more dimension and
realistic features by practicing aerial
perspectives, shading, composition and
value. In addition, explore using pen and ink,
charcoal and graphite techniques.
10/17-11/14 M 1:30-4:30 p.m.
Woodard
TMCC Meadowood Center S315
$99
Why take art?
UC Davis found that those who engage
in creative activity are more motivated,
inventive and adaptable to change.
HOT CLASS
Watercolor Techniques
Gain a basic knowledge of
watercolor techniques in a highly
individualized setting. Work on value, design,
perspective, as well as studying colors. This
hands-on experience will help you build a solid
foundation upon which to advance to the next
step in creating beautiful paintings.
10/17-11/7
M
1-5 p.m.
Hervin
TMCC Meadowood Center S103 $119
Watercolor Techniques II
Build upon your basic watercolor skills and
learn how to create even more beautiful
watercolor pieces. Discover intermediate
techniques of brush control, brilliant color and
color usage, center of interest, positive and
negative shapes and more to achieve your full
artistic potential.
11/14-12/5
M
1-5 p.m.
Hervin
TMCC Meadowood Center S103 $119
Let’s Paint Poppies
Engage in painting poppies by learning to
use various techniques to create beautiful
paintings of poppies. Explore the use of pastels,
bright colors and composition while painting
mesmerizing floral landscapes. Open to
painters of all abilities.
9/13-10/4
T
1-4 p.m.
Foss
TMCC Meadowood Center S103 $120
2
Empower yourself and gain confidence so
you can feel truly beautiful inside and out.
Poinsettia Painting Workshop
Use your artistic inclinations to prepare for the
holidays. Building upon your basic watercolor
experience, learn how to capture the beauty of
poinsettias and to reproduce your image for
multiple holiday cards.
11/2
W
12:30-4:30 p.m.
Hervin
TMCC Meadowood Center S103
$49
HOT CLASS
Oil Painting Waterfalls Using
the Bob Ross Technique
Learn Bob Ross’ innovative technique of wetin-wet oil painting using thick paints, brushes
and knives to create beautiful waterfalls.
Experiment with new colors as you paint four
scenes to take home.
10/6-11/3
TH
5:30-8:30 p.m.
Burkhart
TMCC Meadowood Center S103
$99
NEW!
Painting Desert Scenes with
the Bob Ross Technique
Find the beauty in nature using the Bob Ross’
wet-on-wet technique. Learn to paint desert
sunsets, cacti, plants, sand, hills and Grand
Canyon cliffs. Gain confidence with step-bystep instruction using yellows, oranges, reds,
purples, blues and pinks to create a Nevada
shaped piece of art.
9/8-9/29
TH
5:30-8:30 p.m.
Burkhart
TMCC Meadowood Center S103
$99
Winter Wonderland
Discover the keys to painting realistic
winterscapes while increasing your watercolor
skills. No matter your experience, learn how to
create snow-covered trees using masking fluid,
how to paint stunning skies and capture the
shadows on snow.
11/12
S
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Foss
TMCC Meadowood Center S103
$49
Fall Watercolor Flowers
Capture the softness of the wet-in-wet style
painting sunflowers, a fall bouquet, amaryllis
and poinsettias. Practice negative painting,
glazing techniques, use of salt and other little
tricks and techniques unique to watercolor.
Develop an appreciation for the beauty and
character of fall flowers.
9/12-10/3
M
1-5 p.m.
Hervin
TMCC Meadowood Center S103 $119
Beauty and Wellness
Swedish Massage for Fun
Learn how to bring on relaxation, increase
circulation and stimulate the body through
touch, breath, focus, and intension. Explore
the fluid strokes used in professional Swedish
massage. Find out how to apply oils using
effleurage.
8/27
S
9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Anderson
TMCC Meadowood Center S217
$39
HOT CLASS
Couples Massage
A fun class for couples. Indulge in the basics of
Swedish massage and aromatherapy. Partners
will learn and practice techniques and prepare
massage oil that can easily be created at home.
A relaxing way to celebrate life. Must have a
partner.
9/24
S
9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Anderson
TMCC Meadowood Center S217$79 /couple
Ahhh Coffee
Inhale the delicious scent of coffee in your
home and bathroom every day by creating
sumptuous coffee-scented candles, soaps, body
scrubs and lip balms. Save yourself a trip to the
coffee house by learning to create your own
café mocha and espresso flavored truffles.
11/5
S
9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Anderson
TMCC Meadowood Center S219
$39
Body Care Products with
Essential Oils
Learn how to make your own body care
products. Participants will make their own
lotion, powder, hydrating mist, mouthwash,
and lip balm.
12/3
S
9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Anderson
TMCC Meadowood Center S103
$39
TMCC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution and does not discriminate on the basis
of sex, age, race, color religion, disability, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran
or disabled veteran in the educational programs, student development programs, learning resources
services, or the employment of all professional, classified and student employees. For further information, consult the TMCC course catalog or call the equity and diversity office at 775-673-7105.
Register 24/7 at wdce.tmcc.edu
HOT CLASS
Emotional Freedom
Techniques & Stress Reduction
“The instructor created a warm
safe environment.”
–Theresa B., EFT student
Vision Board Workshop: See
it, Have it
Strive to get what you want in life with a little
coaching, creativity and vision. Determine
your individual goals in five areas to create a
vision board to guide you in achieving them.
Using pictures, words and decorations, create
a board that symbolizes how your life can
look and what is waiting for you. This is a
fun, insightful way to create your dreams and
watch them become reality.
9/7-9/21
W
6-7:30 p.m.
Schichtel
TMCC Meadowood Center S300
$59
Increase your job skills and gain confidence
with the latest software. For related online
courses, log on to HYPERLINK “http://wdce.
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QuickBooks Essentials
Practice setting up a company, learn to work
with lists and set up inventory as well as
create invoices and billing statements. Also,
work with bank accounts to learn how to
enter and pay bills by using a QuickBooks
check, and gain skills in using the program
for accounts payable.
9/13-9/22
T, TH 1-5 p.m.
Lenga
TMCC Meadowood Center S322 $259
HOT CLASS
Excel Essentials I
Get rid of that calculator. Become familiar
with Excel’s most popular features and you’ll
wonder how you ever got through a work
day without them. Start off learning the
basics such as entering text and numbers into
spreadsheets and continue building your skills
by learning formatting and formulas.
8/1-8/3
M, W 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Lenga
TMCC Meadowood Center S322 $129
10/3-10/5
M, W 5:30-9:30 p.m.
Lenga
TMCC Meadowood Center S322 $129
“I didn’t know the Excel Program
at all and now I feel like a pro!”
–Ashley L., Excel student
Excel Essentials II
General Computer Knowledge
This advanced workshop expands upon your
basic knowledge to help you incorporate
more complex techniques in your work.
Learn how to develop advanced formulas,
functions, graphing, and data validation,
create special effects, protect data in
worksheets and print reports using Report
Manager.
10/10-10/12 M, W 5:30-9:30 p.m.
Lenga
TMCC Meadowood Center S322 $129
Microsoft Word Basics: Just
Enough to Survive
Learn enough about Word to survive creating
a document. Practice using formatting, such
as centering, changing fonts and margins,
as well as saving and printing your newly
created documents. Find out how to make
changes with or without the mouse.
9/7
W
6-9 p.m.
Lenga
TMCC Meadowood Center S322
$49
Questions? Call 775-829-9010
Take word processing to a higher level by
learning to do much more than just type
documents. With this program, you can
open, close, save and create a variety of new
documents like business letters, memoranda,
reports and press releases. Reduce your
workload by skillfully manipulating
documents more efficiently and discovering
how to mail merge letters, envelopes and
labels.
8/16-8/18
T, TH 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Lenga
TMCC Meadowood Center S322 $129
11/1-11/3
T, TH 1-5 p.m.
Lenga
TMCC Meadowood Center S322 $129
Access Essentials I
Database development is not just for
programmers. With today’s graphical tools
and the right training, you can build easy to
use front-end interfaces that access relational
tables. Learn field and table creation, data
entry editing, form creation and use, queries
and simple reporting.
10/4-10/6
T, TH 1-5 p.m.
Lenga
TMCC Meadowood Center S322 $129
Access Essentials II
Showcase your efficiency when you learn
how to easily retrieve relevant data and
eliminate repetitious information. Increase
your mastery of Access through designing
relational databases and run more efficient
queries. Create more powerful reports
through specialized forms that build on
tables and queries, along with forms that
create calculations. Take part in exercises that
will build your confidence and skills with
Access.
10/11-10/13 T, TH 1-5 p.m.
Lenga
TMCC Meadowood Center S322 $129
Computer Skill Certifications
Basic Computer Skills
Certification
Become familiar with a computer and learn
about basic components, terminology,
navigating Windows and operating a
keyboard and mouse. Create, save and print
simple word processing documents. Ten
additional hours of instructor led computer
lab time are included to enhance your
classroom training. Track your progress with
pre- and post-training exams that you can
take to employers or potential employers.
9/12-9/27
M,W 5:30-9:30 p.m.
T,TH 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Lenga
TMCC Meadowood Center S322 $375
3
Computers & Software
Computers & Software
Professional Computer Skills
Word Essentials
Beauty and Wellness
NEW!
Give your hard drive a spring cleaning. In
this lecture course, discover how to clean off
unwanted and unnecessary items from your
hard drive to get your computer running at
optimal speed. Find out about spyware which
downloads without your knowledge and
learn to protect your computer from viruses.
10/18
T
6:30-9 p.m.
Lenga
TMCC Meadowood Center S322
$49
Arts and Crafts
Discover and practice the emotional freedom
techniques that have been taught worldwide
and can be used as a way to relieve emotional
and physical blockages that may be expressed
as stress, imbalance, and illness. Learn
specific tapping points of the body that will
act as acupressure, clear blockages and how
to compliment yourself through affirmative
statements.
8/25
TH
6-9 p.m.
Conner
TMCC Meadowood Center S315
$39
Clean Your Hard Drive
Intermediate Computer Skills
Certification
Expand your computer skills while navigating
menus and tool bars to create and format
letters and resumes. Build MS Excel
spreadsheets and learn simple formulas.
Produce a basic PowerPoint presentation and
understand the basic concepts of Outlook. An
optional 8 hours of instructor led computer lab
work is available to enhance your classroom
training. Track your progress with pre- and
post-training exams to demonstrate your new
skills to others.
10/17-10/31M, W, TH 5:30-9:30 p.m.
Lenga
TMCC Meadowood Center S322 $375
Advanced Computer Skills
Certification
Get the most out of your computer and
become a more efficient employee. Learn
more complex functions and features of Word
and Excel to reinforce their use. Create mail
merges, labels, pivot tables and newsletters.
Practice shortcuts and tips to improve
productivity and build confidence. Upon
completion receive a report that proves your
proficiency in these areas.
11/7-11/16 M, W 5:30-9:30 p.m.
Lenga
TMCC Meadowood Center S322 $245
Photo Editing Technology
HOT CLASS
Photoshop Elements Basics
Release the images held captive inside your
camera and jazz them up to create eye-popping
photos. Learn how to use the wide array of
features of Adobe Photoshop Elements, a midrange photo editing software. Find out how
easy it is to use this software, even if you have
no image editing experience.
9/17-9/24
S
12:30-4 p.m.
Gage
TMCC Meadowood Center S115
$99
Photoshop Elements Intermediate
Build on the skills you learned in Photoshop
Elements Basics in this 8-hour class. We will
explore the very powerful layers and effects
palettes. Using these two pieces of the program
you can take yourself out of a photo in your
kitchen and put yourself relaxing on a beach or
climbing a mountain–then make that picture
look like a pencil drawing or an oil painting!
You are only limited by your imagination.
10/22-11/5
S
12:30-4 p.m.
Gage
TMCC Meadowood Center S115
$99
4
Photoshop Elements Projects
Take your Photoshop Elements skills to
the next level by working through fun
and exciting, hands-on projects. A patient
instructor guides you through every step of the
way as you repair an old photo, add color to a
black and white photo, create greeting cards
with your own photos, design a heart-warming
photo collage, construct a panoramic photo,
and much more!
12/3-12/10
S
8:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Gage
TMCC Meadowood Center S115
$99
NEW!
Make Your Own Book Using
Blurb
See how easy it is to make a coffee table book
adding photos, artwork and text using Blurb,
a free online service. Learn how to personalize
a cookbook, travel photo book or fundraising
book. Publish your book with photos and
narration and even sell it online.
11/9 & 11/16 W
5:30-9 p.m.
Gage
TMCC Meadowood Center S115
$99
Internet Skills
HOT CLASS
Create Websites for Fun, Profit,
and Business
Find out the secrets to creating a website that
will attract viewers with minimal set up time.
Learn about easy-to-use design tools and other
essentials for building your pages in this lecture
class. Gain insight into the best techniques
for search engine optimization and how to
build up your traffic fast. In addition, find out
how to generate excellent product ideas using
instant market research tools and how to find
reputable suppliers and drop shippers, so you
won’t have to stock an inventory.
10/10-10/11 M, T
6-8:30 p.m.
Boyd
TMCC Meadowood Center S115
$97
HOT CLASS
Selling on eBay
Learn the tips, tricks and the traps in order
to succeed in all your eBay dealings. Sell
effectively on eBay by developing procedures
on how to set up a seller account, create listings
and how to set up credit card payments.
Streamline packing and shipping procedures,
monitor listings, and upload great pictures.
Taught by an award winning eBay instructor.
10/12
W
6-9 p.m.
Boyd
TMCC Meadowood Center S115
$49
Register 24/7 at wdce.tmcc.edu
Start a Profitable WebmasterBusiness
Take advantage of the multiple income streams
a webmaster service company can bring to you.
Learn how to manage your own website better
as well as start and grow your own webmaster
business. Discover the tips and techniques of
web design, hosting, site promotion, average
investment and profit figures, and other
information to help you get involved. This
fun, practical approach will teach you how to
market your business and find new customers
while avoiding the hazards.
10/6
TH 2-5 p.m.
Veltkamp
TMCC Meadowood Center S324
$39
Online Computer/Technology
Classes
Take classes from the privacy of your home.
Go to http://wdce.tmcc.edu, click on Online
Courses, then ed2go.
http://www.ed2go.com/commserv/online_course/mm0/detail/
Introduction_to_Microsoft_Project_2010.html
Introduction to Microsoft
Project 2010
Discover how to effectively plan, implement
and control projects while organizing details,
planning a schedule, sequencing tasks,
assigning resources and costs, and much
more. ed2go
http://www.ed2go.com/commserv/online_course/qp0/detail/
Performing_Payroll_in_QuickBooks_2010.html
Performing Payroll in
QuickBooks 2010
Preparing payroll for any small business can
be daunting. Whether you have one employee
or 20, federal and state requirements are
often the same. By using the payroll feature in
QuickBooks 2010, create paychecks, pay tax
liabilities and generate dazzling payroll reports
with little effort. ed2go
Microsoft Outlook 2007
Gain confidence and increase your
productivity without having to memorize a lot
of technical mumbo-jumbo. See what’s new in
Outlook and get up and running quickly with
the most important aspects of the program
from e-mailing to automating your work with
rules. Learn security and maintenance basics,
such as backing up your data. ed2go
Cultures & Religions
NEW!
Judaism for Christians: An
Interfaith Dialogue
Learn what Judaism says about God,
Scripture, Israel, the messiah and other
theological issues. Identify your culture and
belief system and compare it to Judaism.
Gain an understanding of the predominant
Christian-American culture and its impact
on Jewish culture. Examine the history of
Jewish-Christian relations and the roots of
Christianity from a Jewish perspective.
10/11-11/1
T
6:30-8:30 p.m.
Beyer
TMCC Meadowood Center S300
$79
A Taste of Kabbalah: Jewish
Mysticism
Discover Kabbalah, the bridge between
heaven and earth, while engaging in
meditation, self-reflection and prayer. Color
your world view and spark your passion
to learn about the practices of Kabbalah.
Become a more enlightened person
and elevate your soul through Kabbalist
teachings.
11/8-11/29
T
6:30-8:30 p.m.
Beyer
TMCC Meadowood Center S300
$79
Learn about the reincarnation beliefs of
various religions and cultures to see how
their approaches differ. Depending on the
tradition, these existences may be human,
animal or spiritual. From the Norse and Celts
to Hindus, Buddhists and others, many in
the world believe in the continuity from one
life to another. Have your questions answered
by panelists who offer varied perspectives on
this topic. To register, go to Nevada Ghost
and Paranormal Series.
10/22
S
10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Zed
TMCC Meadowood Center S103
$49
Perspectives on God
Explore how different faiths define and view
God. During this panel discussion bring your
questions and engage in an open discussion
with a Christian priest, Muslim imam, Hindu
leader, Buddhist priest, Jewish rabbi, and an
atheist as they explain their beliefs.
9/10
S
10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Zed
TMCC Meadowood Center S300
$49
Dance
You’ve never been one to sit when
compelling music is played. The
melody, whether it’s classical or
country, is a part of you. These classes
bring the world of dance to you.
The Life, Experiments and
Philosophy of Gandhi
Gain a better understanding of the thoughts,
theories and history of one of the world’s
most influential activists as the world
commemorates 100 years of the non-violent
resistance movement launched by Mahatma
Gandhi. Learn how he managed to relate
to religion and politics without corrupting
either and was able to develop a political life
rooted in spirituality.
8/30
T
6-9 p.m.
Zed
TMCC Meadowood Center S300
$39
Swing Dance
Move to the beats of big band and fifties-era
music. Practice the East Coast and jitterbug
styles and more. East Coast Swing is similar
to jive as seen in Dancing with the Stars. No
major lifts. Partner required.
10/26-12/14 W 7-9:10 p.m.
Ross
Billinghurst Middle School
$49
Country Western Partner
Dancing
Dance the latest country-western trends such
as the two-step, 10-step shuffle and original
urban style dances. Partner required.
9/7-10/19
W
7-9:10 p.m.
Ross
Billinghurst Middle School
$49
HOT CLASS
Line Dancing
Kick up your heels and dance to country
music. Learn basic steps that when adapted
can be used to dance to just about any kind of
music. Perfect fun for singles and couples.
8/29-10/17
M
7-9 p.m.
Wilson
Sparks Middle School
$49
HOT CLASS
Argentine Tango
Argentine Tango II
Ballroom Dancing
Fred Astaire, Ginger Rogers and you. Dance
the beginning steps in fox trot, swing, waltz,
rumba and cha-cha. Partner required.
8/31-11/2
W
7:30-9 p.m.
Ballantine
Ballantine’s Ballroom
$99
Questions? Call 775-829-9010
Increase your dance skill level in technique,
style and complexity. Learn signature steps
such as molinetes, also known as grapevines,
ganchos a.k.a. hooks of the legs, and giros
a.k.a. dance turns and practice them to
different types of music.
10/31-12/12 M 7:30-8:45 p.m.
Suhr
Let’s Dance Studio
$49
5
Dance
Learn the beloved dance of Buenos Aires in
its authentic form. Practice lead and follow
techniques from the founders of Reno Tango
Society. Also, find out about the dance
history and terminology.
9/12-10/24
M
7:30-8:45 p.m.
Suhr
Let’s Dance Studio
$49
“I enjoyed this course very much.
It had the most interesting and
informative speaker.”
–Zońa A., Gandhi student
Dance well in any social setting after
taking this class. Regardless of your dance
experience enjoy learning the cha-cha,
nightclub two-step, West Coast swing and
country two-step. Singles are welcome. To
better develop your partnering skills, you will
rotate partners during each class.
9/12-10/24
M
7-9 p.m.
Renner
TMCC Red Mountain Bldg.
$74
Cultures & Religions
HOT CLASS!
Reincarnation
Computers and Software
Better understand our world by learning
about the beliefs and customs of people
throughout the world.
Social Dance Mix
NEW!
Salsa Dance
If you have never taken salsa, this is the class
for you. Learn how to dance with a partner
while developing dance moves and techniques
that can be used in any form of ballroom.
Have fun while getting into shape. Singles and
couples welcome.
9/7-10/26
W
7:30-8:50 p.m.
Smith
Dancin Partners $79
Why take dance?
The U.S. Department of Health and Human
Services recommends at least 150 minutes
a week of moderate exercise, like dance, to
improve your fitness.
Latin Dancing
Discover how easy it is to perform your
favorite Latin dances in a social setting. Learn
moves to dances from Take the Lead, Dancing
with the Stars, and Dirty Dancing: Havana
Nights, as you master the basics to the Chacha-cha, Rumba, Salsa, Merengue and more.
10/6-11/17
TH 7:30-8:45 p.m.
Suhr
Let’s Dance Studio
$49
HOT CLASS
Zumba
Ditch the workout, join the party. Inspired by
Latin America, Zumba is part dance and part
aerobics. The up tempo moves will burn calories
and tone your body. This popular new way to
exercise has low impact for your joints while
increasing your cardiovascular fitness, improving
your range of motion and increasing your flexibility. Choose any eight dates/times on the Mondays
or Thursdays mentioned below to best fit your
schedule.
TH 6:30-7:30 p.m. or
M
5:30-6:30 p.m.
Carabio
ACHIEVE Fitness
$69
HOT CLASS
Royal Father Daughter Ball
Bring your little girl to this magical evening
event where you will dance, sample royal treats
and take part in a raffle. The semi-formal
dance is designed for girls, from kindergarten
through sixth grade and their fathers,
grandfathers or special friends. Each child will
receive a special gift and you can choose to
purchase photo memories and flowers to make
the evening an extra special event that you will
remember for a lifetime.
12/3
S
6-9 p.m.
Grand Sierra Resort
$20
–Cameron D., Latin Dancing student
Cardio
Spin for Weight Loss
Get in the spin of things with one of the safest and
most effective cardiovascular programs for losing
weight. In this eight-week program, learn how to
use a heart monitor, track your nutritional intake
and achieve fitness and weight goals. Classes offered 9/6-10/29 and 11/1-12/24.
T,TH 5:30-6:30 p.m.
S
8:30-9:30 a.m.
Carabio
ACHIEVE Fitness
$124
Spinning
HOT CLASS
Enjoy this excellent, non-impact training that
carries a low risk of injury and is one of the
best cardiovascular exercises you can do no
matter your age or fitness level. Ride a specially
designed stationary cycle to music under
the leadership of an experienced, certified
instructor. Whether you are a beginner,
intermediate or advanced student, you can
enjoy this training at your own level and
intensity. Classes offered 9/7-10/31 and 11/212/26.
W, M
5:30-5:30 p.m.
Carabio
ACHIEVE Fitness
$94
Belly Dancing I
Experience the beat of the Middle East.
As a beginner, learn how to isolate and
control muscles for performing the steps
and movements. Enjoy this relaxing way to
exercise.
9/2-12/9
F
5:30-6:45 p.m.
Carver
TMCC Red Mountain Bldg. 240
$79
Belly Dancing II
Further develop your dance technique through
music interpretation, improvisation and
choreography. Also, delve into the world of
costuming.
9/2-12/9
F
6:45-8:15 p.m.
Carver
TMCC Red Mountain Bldg. 240
$79
Kickboxing
Belly Dancing III
6
You love the freedom that a fit body gives
you to pursue all of your interests. Test your
mettle, push your limits and reach your
goals.
Father Daughter Ball
“Good atmosphere—the instructor
was fun and kept everyone involved.”
Welcome to the home of Hipswitch. If you are
an advanced student, take your dancing to the
next level. Further develop your choreographic
and performance skills as you perfect your
belly dancing technique. Performance
opportunities are available for those who are
eligible.
9/2-12/9
F
6:45-8:15 p.m.
Carver
TMCC Red Mountain Bldg. 240
$79
Fitness and Sports
“When I had picked them up from
the ball, Dave and Hannah’s face
were just glowing with excitement.
This was a night that they will
never forget.”
–Dave, Jane and Hannah M.
Register 24/7 at wdce.tmcc.edu
Use the bags for a sweat-dripping workout
that can burn more than 600 calories per
hour! Master authentic kickboxing moves,
drills and combinations that deliver a total
body workout. Improve your cardiovascular
function and agility by working the bag like a
real pro. Classes offered 9/6-10/25 and 11/112/20.
T
6:30-7:30 p.m.
Carabio
ACHIEVE Fitness
$69
Strength Training
Pilates
Weight Training for Weight Loss
Martial Arts and Self
Defense
NEW LOW PRICE!
Pilates Using a Reformer
Feel refreshed and alert by applying basic
Pilates conditioning principles on the
reformer to give you an overall fitness
workout. Through this method, enhance
your core strength, flexibility and posture.
For class dates, time and to register, go to
wdce.tmcc.edu and click on Classroom
Courses, then Pilates or call us at 829-9010.
Classes are offered weekdays, weeknights and
Saturdays.
TMCC Meadowood Center S200
$99 for eight sessions
Karate
Tai Chi Chuan
Gain more harmony and equilibrium in
your life by integrating the mind and body
elements of this ancient balanced, healing
Chinese art.
9/13-11/1
T, TH 6-7 p.m.
Sigler
TMCC Meadowood Center S308
$79
Why take tai chi?
UCLA found that adults who practiced
tai chi had increased immunities to the
diseases they were studying.
Do not let criminals keep you from living
your life. Practice mental tactics and physical
techniques to defend yourself against a
violent attack. Learn how to avoid, escape
and survive an attack. Wear comfortable
clothing to this combination lecture and
exercise class.
8/31-12/14
W
8:15-9:15 p.m.
Walker
TMCC Red Mountain Bldg. 240
$69
Toning
Yoga Basics
Flow into a centered and calm state of mind
with yoga. Learn to link your movements
with your breathing to achieve the ultimate
mind-body connection while improving
range of motion, building strength,
improving flexibility and reducing stress.
Classes offered 9/10-10/29 and 11/5-12/24.
S
9:30-10:30 a.m.
Carabio
ACHIEVE Fitness
$72
Boxing
Decrease stress while reducing your weight
through the art of boxing. Increase your
energy, stamina, endurance, speed and
reflexes by practicing technique, footwork,
body alignment and other basics.
9/19-11/30 M, W 9:30-11 a.m.
Manning
TMCC Red Mountain Bldg. 240
$89
Volleyball I
Boost your enjoyment of this lively and social
sport by learning passing, setting and serving
in both drills and game settings. Classes
offered 8/30-10/18 and 10/25-12/13.
T
6-8:15 p.m.
Spino
Sparks Middle School Gym
$79
Floral Training
HOT CLASS
Florist Fundamentals
In just two weeks, get the training you need
for a career as a floral handling or design
assistant at a retail florist shop. Learn how
to identify, care for and handle flowers. In
addition, gain hands-on experience creating
vase and basket arrangements, boutonnieres,
corsages and more. Taught by an experienced
floral designer at a floral design center, this
class will give you a realistic feel for this
profession.
9/12-9/23
M-F
1-4 p.m.
Ferlingere
Sparks Florist Design Center
$159
HOT CLASS
Golf for Beginners
Tap into your desire to become a better
sportsperson by learning the basics of golf.
Gain tips on how to swing and the rules and
etiquette of the game from a professional with
more than 40-years experience in the industry.
Learn to putt, chip and to play with both iron
and wood clubs. At the end of this course
you should be able to play at least a par three
course.
9/8-10/13
TH
6:15-7:15 p.m.
Krivanek
Grand Sierra Resort Driving Range $99
Floral Training
Women’s Self Defense
Sports
You’ve seen it in movies, now make the art of
swordplay a part of your reality. Discover this
sport’s artful grace, coordination and timing
through demonstrations, exhibitions and
hands-on exercises. Equipment provided.
8/29-12/12
M
6:30-8:15 p.m.
Germano
TMCC Red Mountain Bldg. 240
$64
Fitness and Sports
Begin learning the basic movements of
karate. Find out how to block, punch, kick
and utilize basic stances while performing
these movements. Learn self defense
techniques, too.
8/31-12/14
W
6:30-8:15 p.m.
Walker
TMCC Red Mountain Bldg. 240
$64
Fencing
Dance
Dive into this challenging weight training
workout designed for maximum muscular
strength and endurance gains. Build a leaner
physique with bars and dumbbells. Boost
metabolism to burn more fat. Classes offered
9/6-10/29 and 11/1-12/24.
T,TH 5:30-6:30 p.m.
S
8:30-9:30 a.m.
Carabio
ACHIEVE Fitness
$124
HOT CLASS
“Don’s patience and help was far
beyond what I had hoped for. He
took extra time with everyone
above and beyond what I hoped.”
–Barbara K., golf student
Questions? Call 775-829-9010
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Food and Beverage
Food can be an adventure! Whether you are
learning a new recipe or exploring a new
culture, these classes can help you expand
your culinary horizons.
HOT CLASS
Beer Analysis–Ale Styles
Taste traditional and specialty ales and learn
about the history, development and variety of
beers. Practice using your senses to analyze the
ingredients and decide which ales you like best.
10/12-10/26 W
7-9 p.m.
Young
Great Basin Brewing Co.
$59
“I learned, lived, laughed and came
away a better person. Tom is A+++.”
–Amber J., beer student
Gluten-Free Indian Cooking
NEW!
Cake Decorating
Learn basic decorating techniques and how
to use all of the necessary tools. Gain the skills
to trim, frost and fill a cake. Create roses and
other beautiful flowers using royal icing. Use
your new skills to decorate and write on a
birthday cake.
11/16-12/7
W
6:30-8:30 p.m.
Thez
TMCC Meadowood Center S103
$49
NEW!
Gingerbread House
Create an edible masterpiece while learning the
trick to making perfect royal icing to glue your
house together. Use creative techniques to construct and decorate it with candies and cookies.
You will end up with a yummy centerpiece for
the holidays.
12/14
W
6-8:30 p.m.Thez
TMCC Meadowood Center S103
$29
Gluten Free Holiday Cookies
Satisfy the cookie monsters in your life. Learn
to make a variety of gluten free cookies that
will dazzle your family and friends. Take home
great holiday recipes and have fun networking
with others living with gluten sensitivity and
celiac disease.
12/12
M
6-9 p.m.
Hart
Galena High School 310
$29
HOT CLASS
Discovering Wine
Impress your friends by identifying wine
varietals during a blind tasting. Learn tasting
techniques from a professional sommelier and
understand the factors that add up to good
wine. Build a base of knowledge for a lifetime
of wine tasting and appreciation.
9/14-10/12
W
7-9 p.m.
Whalen
TMCC Meadowood Center S315
$99
8
Expand your options by making flavorful
dishes using the eastern method of cooking
with spices, mixes and chutney. Learn methods
and techniques using a variety of gluten-free
flours from soy to tapioca to create healthy and
nutritious Indian recipes.
11/9-11/16
W
6-9 p.m.
Zed
Galena High School 310
$59
Taste of Scandinavia
Roll up your sleeves and get ready to cook and
eat. The Daughters of Norway will take you
through the steps to make lefsa, meatballs,
desserts, holiday fare and more. Cookbook
included.
11/5
S
11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Palm
Faith Lutheran Church
$39
NEW!
Pumpkin Dishes from India
Create something tasty, fun and nontraditional for the holidays. Spice up your
holidays and surprise your guests with a
pumpkin dish from India. Learn new methods
of cooking and use different spices to prepare
nutritious dishes.
10/26
W
6-9 p.m.
Zed
Galena High School 310
$39
Breads of India
Bake a variety of different flatbreads including
puri, naan, roti and chapatti. Gain knowledge
of the various tools, techniques and ingredients
to make successful Indian breads. Learn the
history behind making different breads for
home use, holidays and entertaining.
11/30-12/7
W
6-8:30 p.m.
Zed
Galena High School 310
$64
Grant Writing
Learn how to tap into a wealth of
governmental, private and foundation
funding sources to further a cause or expand
your career.
HOT CLASS
Indian Cuisine
Shake up your normal dinner routine by
creating exotic meals for your family to enjoy.
Discover how Indian spices are used and how
they are believed to help heal the body. Prepare
and sample affordably-priced lentil-based
entrees, healthy meat dishes and mouthwatering desserts.
8/31-9/21
W
6-8:30 p.m.
Zed
Galena High School 310
$99
I received “very good instruction and
basic information to help one create
simple Indian tasty dishes.”
–Suzanne H., Indian Cuisine student
Vegan Indian Cooking
Prepare flavorful authentic vegan dishes
from India. Be inspired with the aromas and
spices to create flavorful, exciting and colorful
dishes. Learn new cooking styles and recipes
that include wholesome, healthy and fresh
ingredients such as lentils, exotic vegetables
and soy products.
10/5-10/12
W
6-8:30 p.m.
Zed
Galena High School 310
$59
Register 24/7 at wdce.tmcc.edu
HOT CLASS
Grant Writing Basics
Further your favorite cause or increase your
job skills by learning about grant writing.
Find out how to write in the most widely used
format and create persuasive proposals to
secure government, foundation and corporate
grants. In addition, gain insight into how to
illustrate funding ideas, find grant sources and
incorporate key components of writing a grant
proposal. Further hone your skills by critiquing
samples and writing mock proposals. In
addition to the two Saturday lectures, 15
additional hours will be required.
9/10 & 9/24
S
9 a.m.-5 p.m.
French
TMCC Meadowood Center S324 $249
Health Careers
HOT CLASS
Finding Funding Sources
Phlebotomy Technician
Train for an in-demand health profession
with these accelerated courses designed
to give you the knowledge to pass national
certification exams.
Federal Grants Development,
Application and Implementation
10/3-12/14 M, W 6-9:30 p.m.
Nell J. Redfield Building A 206
$1599
Navigate the waters of federal grant
applications by learning how to develop,
submit and administer them. Gain tips
on troubleshooting, managing the grant
once you receive it and achieve optimal
accountability in your reports.
10/22
S
8 a.m.-5 p.m.
McKissick
TMCC Meadowood Center S324 $159
HOT CLASS
Pharmacy Technician
-Christina H., grant consulting student
Outcomes and Evaluations
Better prove your project’s worth to potential
funding sources by creating strong outcomes
and objectives. Make your program results
measurable by discovering how to design
and articulate goals and how to effectively
evaluate your program.
11/5
S
9 a.m.-5 p.m.
French
TMCC Meadowood Center S324 $159
Designing Grant Budgets
Effectively tell the story of your grant request
through the way you write your budget
and budget narrative. Whether you are
writing a simple bookkeeper’s grant or a
more complicated federal budget, feel more
comfortable with the concepts, terminology
and formats.
11/19S
9 a.m.-5 p.m.
French
TMCC Meadowood Center S324 $159
Medical Administrative
Assistant Program
Gain a well-rounded introduction to
medical administration so that you can learn
the necessary skills required to obtain an
administrative assistant position in the health
care field. This 50-hour course prepares
you to function effectively in many of the
administrative and clerical positions in the
health care industry. Medical administrative
assistants, secretary and records clerks
are all positions in great demand. Delve
into important background information
on the medical assisting profession
and interpersonal skills, ethics and law,
terminology, basics of insurance billing and
coding, telephone techniques, scheduling
appointments, records management and
management of practice finances. This
program does not include state or national
certification.
10/8-12/17S 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
TMCC Meadowood Center S320 $999
“This class is very engaging and
the instructor makes you want to
continue learning.”
–Monica N., pharmacy student
Earn your
Grant Writing Certificate
in just one year!
Train for a rewarding career that makes a difference in our
community! This popular program has been designed so
you can earn a certificate of completion within one year.
For details, go to wdce.tmcc.edu and click on “View Our Programs.”
Questions? Call 775-829-9010
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Health Careers
Would I recommend this class?
“Yes and no. Yes, because I felt
like I gained a lot of much needed
information. No, because then I’d
have more competitors.”
NEW!
In just 50 hours, gain the training you
need to take the Pharmacy Technician
Certification Board’s Exam and be well on
your way to a new career. Opportunities
in this field abound–work under the
supervision of a registered pharmacist
in hospitals, home infusion pharmacies,
pharmacies and other health care settings.
Learn medical terminology specific to your
new occupation, reading and interpreting
prescriptions and defining drugs by generic
and brand names. In addition, find how
to calculate dosages, IV flow rates, drug
compounding, dose conversions, dispensing
of prescriptions, inventory control, billing
and reimbursement.
10/11-12/1 T, TH 6-9:30 p.m.
Nell J. Redfield Building A 206
$999
Grant Writing
Consulting Skills
Gain the skills you need to be a successful
grant writing consultant. Find out how to set
up your business and assess an organization’s
readiness for grants. In addition, learn how
to market your services from building a
resume to printing brochures and compiling
a portfolio.
12/3
S
9 a.m.-5 p.m.
French
TMCC Meadowood Center S324 $159
Train for the in demand profession of
phlebotomy in this 90-hour program.
Collect blood specimens from clients for
the purpose of laboratory analysis. Become
familiar with all aspects related to blood
collection and develop comprehensive
skills to safely perform venipunctures.
During classroom and lab work, learn
terminology, anatomy and physiology;
blood collection procedures; specimen
hands-on practice; and training in skills and
techniques to perform puncture methods.
There is no outside externship rotation
included with this program.
Food and Beverage
Discover how to pinpoint the best funding
sources for your non-profit and municipal
programs. Learn how to use the Web to
locate available monies by researching
sources and verifying information. By the
end of class, you will have the resources
you need to succeed. You must have basic
computer skills to take this course.
10/1
S
9 a.m.-5 p.m.
French
TMCC Meadowood Center S115 $159
NEW!
Herbal Studies
Certificate
NEW!
Physical Therapy Aide
Train to be an aide in the growing field of
physical therapy. In this comprehensive 50hour program, delve into the non-technical
duties of physical therapy, such as preparing
treatment areas, ordering devices and supplies,
and transporting patients working under the
direction of the physical therapist. You will
also learn how to assist physical therapists in
providing services that help improve mobility,
relieve pain and prevent or limit permanent
physical disabilities of patients suffering from
injuries or disease. The job opportunities in
this field are great, with positions available in
nursing homes, hospitals, sports rehabilitation
centers and orthopedic clinics. This
program does not include a national or state
certification as part of its overall objectives.
10/11-12/1 T, TH 6-9:30 p.m.
Nell J. Redfield Building A 230
$999
NEW!
Why take physical therapy
aide training?
NEW!
In 2011, Family Circle called this career
one of the Top Ten Fields of the Future.
Online Health Careers
Courses
Take classes from the privacy of your home.
Go to http://wdce.tmcc.edu and click on
Online Courses, then ed2go.
http://www.ed2go.com/commserv/online_course/0pi/detail/
Certificate_in_Perinatal_Issues.html
Certificate in Perinatal Issues
Further your skills and knowledge in caring for
childbearing women, newborns and families.
Take part in this multidisciplinary experience to
build your confidence. ed2go
Certificate in Gerontology
If you work with older adults, enhance your
knowledge in a multidisciplinary fashion.
The demand of skilled providers to assist this
growing population is dramatically increasing.
ed2go
Certificate in Pain
Assessment and Management
If you are a nurse and work with patients
in pain, build your knowledge so you can
better ease their sufferings. Become more
accurate with pain assessment and increase
your effectiveness with pain management
strategies. Gain an understanding of scientific
advancements in medications, assessment and
more. ed2go
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You’re one who looks at nature as a precious
resource. Take this series of courses to
become an herbalist and help others feel
their best.
Wildcrafting-Harvesting Local
Medicinal Plants
An array of beneficial native plants thrive in
Northern Nevada. Spend the day outdoors
collecting and processing medicinal plants,
while learning how to ethically harvest
them and learn about their ecology and
environment. In addition, gain tips on how to
preserve plants for future medicinal uses.
8/27
S
9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Broderick & Powers
Reno
$79
NEW!
Essential Oils and Aromatic
Medicine
Explore therapeutic uses of plant essential
oils and how to effectively use them. Better
understand their chemistry and how they
affect the brain and body. Develop blending
skills, learn to safely and effectively use
essential oils and identify them by aroma.
10/27-12/15 TH
6-9 p.m.
Powers
TMCC Meadowood Center S315 $189
Home and Garden
You work to make your home welcoming to
your family and friends. Whether it’s learning
how to reflect your personality in your décor
or cultivating a lush garden, these courses
will help you make your home a haven.
Medicinal Plants A-Z
Start building your herbal expertise by
learning how plants can promote better health.
Incorporate your senses in learning about
more than 40 of the most widely used plants,
as well as popular northern Nevada ones.
Learn about their properties, qualities, uses,
indications and contraindications. Explore
cultural, ethical harvesting and ecological
concerns as well.
8/30-10/18
T
6-9 p.m.
Broderick & Powers
TMCC Meadowood Center S103 $215
NEW!
Medicinal Plants A-Z Lab
Gain hands-on experience in making your
own herbal products and develop a deeper
understanding of how plants support our
health and well-being. Discover how to make
salves, tinctures, poultices, teas and more. This
lab complements the lecture class above.
10/25-12/6
T
6-9 p.m.
Broderick & Powers
TMCC Meadowood Center S103 $225
NEW!
Plant Identification
Gain the skills you need to accurately identify
our region’s wild-growing plants. Delve
into the basics of botany, morphology and
taxonomy during this lecture, lab and field
trip class. Develop your analytical thinking by
using a plant identification manual known as a
dichotomous key.
9/1-10/20
TH
5:30-8:45 p.m.
Broderick
TMCC High Tech Center at Redfield 121
$259
Register 24/7 at wdce.tmcc.edu
NEW!
Choosing the Right Window
Treatments
Choose the right window treatments for your
home, while lowering your energy bill and
protecting your furniture and rugs. Explore
windows that are particularly difficult to
treat, arched windows, large picture windows,
sliding doors and very small windows. Focus
on different design schemes that work with
your lifestyle.
9/19
M
6-9 p.m.
Tawzer
TMCC Meadowood Center S300
$39
NEW!
Color Confidence
One of the quickest and most inexpensive ways
to makeover a room is through color. Gain the
knowledge and confidence you need to create a
color palette that suits your home’s personality.
Discover which shades work best together, the
psychology behind colors and how to choose
patterns to complement your design scheme.
9/26
M
6-9 p.m.
Tawzer
TMCC Meadowood Center S300
$39
High Desert Fall Gardening
HOT CLASS
Floral Arranging for Fun
12/8-12/15
TH Ferlingere
Sparks Florist Design Center
5-6:30 p.m.
$49
Savor the freshness of eating fruit right off
your trees. Identify which varieties will grow
in our area, how to water them, conduct soil
analyses and preparation. Learn how to how
to keep them healthy and prune them. Gain
knowledge of pest and disease management
and yearly maintenance.
12/1
TH
7-9 p.m.
Janik
TMCC Meadowood Center S103
$39
– Jeremy S., fruit trees student
Basic Home Repair
Save money and avoid scheduling repairmen
by fixing it yourself! Learn from a local
construction professional how to do light
repairs on drywall, plumbing, electrical and
carpentry.
9/21-10/26
W
6-8 p.m.
Shumway
TMCC IGT Applied Technology Center 175
$89
Wood I
Shape wood by learning how to work safely
with a planer, jointer, table saw, hand-held
power tools, belt sander and more. Start
by cutting boards and benches and then
continue with more complex projects
suggested by you or the instructor. In
addition, learn about finishing techniques
such as sanding and staining.
9/7-12/14
W
6:30-9:30 p.m.
Sutherland & Hayes
Clayton Middle School Shop
$199
Wood II
Design and create your own masterpiece
using joinery such as miter, dovetail, dado,
rabbit, mortise and tennon. Learn the art of
creating face frames, raised panel doors and
drawer construction, or take a break and spin
a bowl. Explore the use of exotic woods such
as cocobolo, purple hart, padauk and zebra
wood. From a simple box to the furniture to
display it on, this class can help you develop
your skills to achieve whatever you desire.
9/7-12/14
W
6:30-9:30 p.m.
Sutherland & Hayes
Clayton Middle School Shop
$199
Wood III
Continue to gain expertise in the design
and creation of your own masterpiece using
joinery such as miter, dovetail, dado, rabbit,
mortise and tennon. Learn the art of creating
face frames, raised panel doors and drawer
construction, or take a break and spin a
bowel. Explore the use of exotic woods such
as cocobolo, purple hart, padauk and zebra
wood. From a simple box to the furniture to
display it on, this class can help you develop
your skills to achieve whatever you desire.
9/7-12/14
W
6:30-9:30 p.m.
Sutherland & Hayes
Clayton Middle School Shop
$199
Questions? Call 775-829-9010
HOT CLASS
Conversational Italian
Begin to learn Italian by talking about food,
art, music and travel. Develop the skills of
basic grammar and beginner vocabulary
while learning about the regions various
cultures and cities. Acquire basic language
skills such as the present and simple past
tenses.
9/6-11/8
T
6-8 p.m.
Kress
TMCC Meadowood Center S315 $129
HOT CLASS
Mandarin Chinese I
Learn basic conversational skills for the most
widely spoken language of China. Practice
the most commonly used greetings, phrases
and questions used in everyday conversation
while gaining an understanding of Chinese
culture through its traditions, history
and geography. The class is taught by an
instructor from China who is fluent in both
English and Mandarin Chinese.
9/6-11/8
T
5:30-7 p.m.
Nelson
TMCC Meadowood Center S324
$99
Mandarin Chinese II
Prepare for your business trip or personal
vacation to China by studying the Mandarin
Chinese language. This class will be tailored
to meet the specific travel plans of the
students, and is taught by an instructor from
China who is fluent in both English and
Mandarin Chinese.
9/6-11/8
T
7-8:30 p.m.
Nelson
TMCC Meadowood Center S324
$99
11
Languages
“The instructor is clear, very
knowledgeable and humorous.
His enthusiasm helps convey the
material. This class is informative
and especially good for local
knowledge.”
Better communicate with others so you
can get the most out of your career, your
travels, your life!
Home and Garden
Growing Fruit Trees in
Northern Nevada
Renovate old, overgrown fruit trees by
learning how to prune them. Learn how
to make proper cuts and review basic
techniques to get the most from your older
apple, pear, cherry, plum and peach trees.
11/2
W
7-9 p.m.
Janik
TMCC Meadowood Center S300
$39
Herbal Studies Certificate
Create beautiful flower arrangements
like a pro that will smell wonderful and
decorate any room beautifully. Learn about
the specifics of floral design including the
types of flowers used in bouquets, how to
design flowers artistically and the necessary
steps to make a flawless arrangement. Get
a hands-on demonstration from an expert
and use professional tools to enhance your
arrangements. Fall designs will be the focus
of the October class; Christmas designs will
be created in December. Take home your
colorful creation after each class. Every class
makes unique designs so repeat students are
welcome!
10/20-10/27 TH 5-6:30 p.m.
Ferlingere
Sparks Florist Design Center
$49
Languages
Pruning and Restoring Old
Fruit Trees
Health Careers
Fall in the high desert is one of the prettiest
times to be outside in your garden. You’ll
learn about extending the season right up
until the first snow and discover what can
be done to help the garden to survive the
winter. Learn which plants should be pruned
in the fall and which should not, and find out
how to prepare your roses, trees, shrubs and
lawns for the winter snows, as well as how to
produce the best results by watering over the
winter.
9/12
M
6-9 p.m.
Adams
TMCC Meadowood Center S103
$39
Why take a language?
A study published in Psychology and
Aging in 2004 said that becoming
proficient in a second language could
help offset age-related cognitive losses.
HOT CLASS
Practical French
Whether you’re traveling abroad or just
want to sound well-traveled, you’ll enjoy
learning this elegant language. Receive tips on
correct pronunciation from the real thing, an
instructor who hails from France.
9/12-11/14
M
6-8:30 p.m.Seelye
TMCC Meadowood Center S320
$99
Practical French II
Practice your reading and speaking skills as
you further your understanding of French.
Delve deeper into grammar, vocabulary and
pronunciation while also discussing France, its
culture, places to visit and current events.
9/10-11/12
S
9-11:30 a.m.Seelye
TMCC Meadowood Center S102
$99
HOT CLASS
Conversational Spanish
If you once took Spanish, strengthen your
conversational skills. Have fun learning
phrases in a safe environment. No grammar is
presented in this course.
9/7-11/9
W
5:30-7 p.m.
Sefchick
TMCC Meadowood Center S324 $149
“Our professor makes learning fun.
I looked forward to every class!”
–Connie E., Conversational Spanish student
Spanish English Medical
Interpreting
Increase your knowledge and effectiveness as
a medical interpreter by reducing language
barriers between patients and doctors.
Become familiar with the different modes of
interpretation that are performed verbally, in
writing and by recordings while expanding
your comprehension of medical terminology.
Become aware of common mistakes and
ethical responsibilities that are involved in
medical interpreting.
9/12-11/14
M
6-8 p.m.
Sefchick
TMCC High Tech Center at Redfield 122
$279
Spanish for Travelers
HOT CLASS
Spanish-English Translation
Certificate
The Hispanic population in the US is growing
every day. Translators and interpreters are in
high demand. As a certified translator, you
could start earning about $30 an hour and
work flexible hours from home. As a proficient
Spanish-English bilingual, develop the
knowledge and skills necessary for translation.
To participate, you must possess a high level
of proficiency in both languages. This course
prepares you for the state certification test.
8/20-12/17
S
9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Griggs
TMCC Meadowood Center S315 $599
Bilingual Office Assistant
Certificate
If you speak both Spanish and English,
advance your career by learning office and
computer skills. Become comfortable using
different software programs, learn business
writing, gain time management tips and more.
9/7-10/24
M, W
1-4 p.m.
Hirsch
TMCC Meadowood Center S322 $499
NEW!
Forensics for Spanish English
Court Interpreters
Become a more effective interpreter by better
understanding English and Spanish forensic
terminology. Increase your knowledge about
fingerprinting, DNA analysis, weapons and
ballistics. Practice simultaneous and sight
interpretation skills while preparing for state
and federal certification. 10 CEUs through
Supreme Court of Nevada.
9/13-10/18
T
6-8 p.m.
Sefchick
TMCC High Tech Center at Redfield 129
$169
Online Language Classes
Take classes from the privacy of your home.
Go to http://wdce.tmcc.edu and click on
Online Courses, then click on either Pronto
Spanish or ed2go.
http://www.ed2go.com/commserv/online_course/sps/detail/
Speed_Spanish.html
Speed Spanish
Imagine speaking, reading and writing
Spanish. Now you can with Speed Spanish!
Learn six easy recipes for gluing Spanish
words together to form sentences. In no time
at all, you will be able to go into any Spanishspeaking situation and converse in Spanish.
¡Qué Bueno! ed2go
Take your vacation enjoyment up a notch by
being better able to speak and read Spanish.
9/8-11/10
TH
5:30-7 p.m.
Sefchick
TMCC Meadowood Center S324 $129
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Spanish for Law Enforcement
With more and more Spanish-speaking
people living in the U.S. every year, learning
Spanish is ever more important in the field
of law enforcement, where clear and quick
communication is crucial. Mastering basic
Spanish gives you more power to handle
situations involving Spanish-speaking
victims, witnesses or criminals. It’s a smart
career move as well. ed2go
Spanish for Social Services
Learn how to converse using common
interview phrases, insurance terms and
words pertaining to medical history, feelings,
accidents, injuries and more. Pronto Spanish
Spanish for EMTs and
Paramedics
Better communicate information about
common injuries, water emergencies,
anatomy, patient examinations, insurance
terminology and more. Pronto Spanish
Conversational Japanese
Learn how to communicate when you travel
to Japan through practicing simple phrases
and vocabulary. In addition, gain cultural
knowledge to get the most out of your
business meeting or visit. ed2go
Validate your
customer service by
certifying the
proficiency of your
Spanish-speaking
employees
Ensure that you are providing the best customer
service by certifying your Spanish translators with
TMCC’s Spanish certification test.
Level one exam
During this 30-minute exam, your translator
will be tested on oral interpretation and
translation skills through interviews. $125
Level two exam
During this four-hour comprehensive
examination, speaker must demonstrate literacy
and correct grammatical skills. $165
Those seeking to improve their skills from
level one to level two may take available college
courses.
Call 829-9010 for details.
Register 24/7 at wdce.tmcc.edu
Money and Investing
Music
Get ahead financially by learning the ropes
of investing and retirement strategies.
Music isn’t just background noise to you; it’s
an enjoyable aspect of your life. You want to
create pieces that resonate in you and others.
NEW!
Annuities are a useful tool to invest in a
child’s education or to build your retirement.
Delve into the different phases of its lifespan
and what occurs during each phase. Figure
out your risk tolerance and learn how it
affects the potential growth of your portfolio.
10/26
W
6-9 p.m.
TMCC Meadowood Center S300
$49
Guitar III
NEW!
10/12
W
6-9 p.m.
TMCC Meadowood Center S300
$49
HOT CLASS
HOT CLASS
Voice
Feel comfortable and confident singing
whether it’s with your radio or in public. Find
out how to sing vowels and breathe properly
along with how to use warm-up exercises,
phrasing techniques and musical stage
presence.
9/12-12/19
M
7-9 p.m.
Lee
Edward Reed High Schoo l508
$145
Retirement Planning Today
10/4-10/11
T
Costelloe
Nell J. Redfield Building A214
Stocks and Bonds
6-9 p.m.
$49
Make better informed investment decisions.
Learn how to manage your own assets by
understanding stocks, bonds, mutual funds,
options and their roles in the market.
9/12-10/17
M
6:30-9 p.m.
Gant
TMCC Meadowood Center S324
$69
Why take music?
In 2008, researchers at the University
of Maryland School of Medicine in
Baltimore found that the emotions
aroused by joyful music have a healthy
effect on blood vessel function.
HOT CLASS
Guitar I
Learn the beginner fundamentals of
contemporary rhythm guitar. Develop skills
in proper handling, coordination, timing,
open position chords, basic strum patterns
and songbook use. Song playing includes
folk, blues, rock, R&B, country and classical
styles.
9/6-12/13
T
7:30-9 p.m.
Trotter
TMCC Meadowood Center S320
$99
Questions? Call 775-829-9010
HOT CLASS
Piano I
Bring music into your home. Join us in the
TMCC piano lab to learn all the basics of
piano playing, including reading music. Be
prepared to practice your newly acquired
skills at home.
9/1-12/1
TH
7-9 p.m.
Smith
TMCC Red Mountain Bldg. 242
$99
“This class has given me the basics
and confidence in piano and now, I
am not intimidated at all about my
familiarity with music and piano.”
–Kathy L., piano student
I Used to Play Piano, But…
If you have a basic knowledge of how to play
the piano, but need to regain your skills and
technique, this class is ideal for you. Learn to
play by ear, sight read, double check chords
and harmonies, do ensemble playing and
also play for your own amusement. Your lost
skills will return in no time and you will be
entertaining your friends and family with
beautiful music for years to come.
9/2-12/9
F
2-4 p.m.
Smith
TMCC Red Mountain Bldg. 242
$99
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Music
Devise a strategy to get ahead. Assess
your financial situation and develop a
personalized plan to achieve your retirement
goals. Explore the many ways you can save
for retirement as well as the disadvantages
and advantages of each method. Also, gain
advice on how to save money on taxes,
manage investment risks and protect your
assets from potential long-term health care
expenses.
10/1-10/8
S
9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Costelloe
Nell J. Redfield Building A214
$49
Progress to the next level of guitar playing
by practicing proper handling, using a tuner,
tuning by ear and using a metronome. Work
on open chords, power chords, barre chords,
rhythms, arpeggios, written form, bass runs
and chord embellishments. In addition, learn
about finger style guitar, primary scales,
advanced chord forms harmonic theory,
note reading fundamentals, songwriting and
arrangement. Practice playing popular songs
you couldn’t play before.
9/1-12/15
TH 7:30-9 p.m.
Trotter
TMCC Meadowood Center S320
$99
Money & Investing
Mutual Funds: Rebuilding Your
Portfolio in a Turbulent
Market
Find out how a mutual fund can
strengthen your investment portfolio and
rebuild your retirement nest egg. Learn
what these funds are and how they differ
in management style. Discover where to
find the expenses and when funds charge
you back-end fees. Identify the easy ways
to keep track of your funds to help meet
your goals.
Transform your guitar playing by learning
intermediate contemporary rhythm and
lead guitar fundamentals. You’ll learn about
proper handling, coordination, timing,
various chords, strumming and arpeggiating,
chart navigation, improvisation and more.
Practice playing a wide range of music
including folk, blues, rock, rhythm and blues,
country, classical and jazz styles.
9/7-12/14
W
7:30-9 p.m.
Trotter
TMCC Meadowood Center S320
$99
Languages
Annuities: Put a Safety Net
Under Your Retirement
Guitar II
Nevada Ghost and Paranormal Series
Concert Band
Strike up a tune and join TMCC’s band. If
you play woodwind, brass or percussion
and have an equivalent of high school band
performance, you’ll study, rehearse and
perform music encompassing a wide-range of
styles and historical periods.
8/30-12/6
T
7-9:50 p.m.
Branson
Reno High School IA 11
$69
Explore views regarding the Other Side and decide for yourself if ghosts truly exist.
Concert Choir
Whether your singing experience is confined
to the shower or you can belt out an aria,
enhance your singing by joining TMCC’s
Concert Choir. Learn how to sing a wide range
of songs ranging from classical and folk to
pop, among others. In addition, work on your
performance skills as you prepare for the end
of the class concert.
8/31-12/14
W
7-9:50 p.m.
Owens
TMCC Nell J. Redfield Foundation Performing
Arts Center 108
$69
Jazz Ensemble
Join our traditional 18 piece big band which
plays everything from standard dance band
music to more contemporary literature. Hone
your reading and improv chops as you develop
new musical skills. Must be able to read at an
advanced high school level. You must audition
for this class if you are not already a member.
Contact HYPERLINK “mailto:barbmolt@
gmail.com” barbmolt@gmail.com for more
information.
9/1-12/8
TH 7-9:30 p.m.
Molt
TMCC Vista Bldg B206
$50
NEW!
Scientific Evaluation Methods
Gain the basic skills to determine how
credible a scientific study is. Join a MIT
physicist in discussing various paranormal
scientific studies while learning how to spot
empty hypotheses that are impossible to
validate, recognize red flags and find logical
inconsistencies. Delve into the four standard
steps in setting up a scientific investigation and
some pitfalls in using science to investigate
the paranormal. Discover what stages must be
completed in a scientific study in order for it to
present credible findings.
10/13
TH
6:30-8:30 p.m.
Bertram
TMCC Meadowood Center S315
$34
NEW!
A History of Paranormal
Investigation
THANK YOU
to these fine businesses for their
support of this series:
Cal Neva Resort
Ghost hunting didn’t start with the advent
of cable TV. Delve into a wealth of historical
information from ancient practices and
attempts at after-life communications to
the Society for Psychical Research and the
Spiritualist Movement of the 19th and 20th
centuries. Hear how early investigations were
conducted and discuss the technological versus
spiritual investigative approaches.
9/24-10/1
S
2-4 p.m.
Oberding
TMCC Meadowood Center S315
$49
Gold Hill Hotel,
Silver State Peace Officers’ Museum,
Old Truckee Jail Museum and
The Truckee Hotel.
Old Truckee Jail photo courtesy of the Truckee Donner Historical Society.
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Register 24/7 at wdce.tmcc.edu
NEW!
Technological Advances in
Paranormal Investigations
Decide whether to expand your arsenal of
investigative tools by learning about the latest
equipment available. Explore the mechanics of
devices such as the real time Franks Box, EMF
pump and more. By the end of class, you’ll
be in a better position to decide whether you
want to supplement your ghost hunting gear.
Sign up for that night’s Truckee Ghost Hunt
(for an additional fee) to try out some of the
equipment discussed.
9/10
S
1-3 p.m.
Leong
TMCC Meadowood Center S315
$34
HOT CLASS
Truckee Ghost Hunt Field Trip
Tour two of Truckee’s haunted sites—the
historic Truckee Hotel and Old Jail Museum—
with two investigators from the San Francisco
Ghost Society. Originally built in the 1880s, the
Truckee Hotel was rebuilt after the devastating
1909 fire that swept this logging town. The site
of accidental deaths and murder, this lodging
establishment is reputed to be haunted by at
least three specters—a girl, a woman in red
and a dog. The jail, which was in continuous
use from 1875 to 1964, is a two-story brick
and rock structure that has been said to be
haunted by inmates. An additional $5 entry fee
is required to enter the jail.
9/10
S
6:30-10:30 p.m.
Leong
Truckee Hotel
$52
NEW!
From Skeptic to Believer–A
Night in the Goldfield Hotel
NEW!
If you are bereaved, come to better
understand after-death communications
and the ways they can take place. Use this
knowledge as a door opener to healing from
your loss. As your knowledge of this topic
grows, so does your ability to experience the
continuing bonds of your loved ones.
9/22
TH 6:30-8 p.m.
Childs
TMCC Meadowood Center S102
$29
NEW!
Psychic Meditation for
Clairvoyance
Many believe that everyone is born with
the ability to see beyond the range of
ordinary perception. Learn basic meditation
techniques to develop this sixth sense so you
can use it during paranormal investigations
or in the course of everyday life.
9/27-10/11
T
6:30-8:30 p.m.
Hansen
TMCC Meadowood Center S206
$64
NEW!
Paranormal Frauds and Fakes
“This was one of the better (ghost)
hunts I have been on. I had a blast
and really experienced some things
that I had not expected.”
— Cristi M., 2010 ghost hunt field trip
participant
NEW!
Reincarnation
Learn about the reincarnation beliefs of
various religions and cultures to see how
their approaches differ. Depending on the
tradition, these existences may be human,
animal or spiritual. From the Norse and Celts
to Hindus, Buddhists and others, many in
the world believe in the continuity from one
life to another. Have your questions answered
by panelists who offer varied perspectives on
this topic.
10/22
S
10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Zed
TMCC Meadowood Center S103
$49
Cal Neva Resort Psychic
Ghost Hunt Field Trip
Join a psychic investigation of north Lake
Tahoe’s Cal Neva Resort with instructors
from the Sierra Psychic Academy. Visit
different areas of this hotel once owned by
Frank Sinatra that became the playgound of
the rich and famous in the 1960s. Gain tips
on how to intuit a spirit’s presence, engage a
ghost, protect yourself and more.
10/15
S
7-11 p.m.
Hansen
Cal Neva Resort
$49
Questions? Call 775-829-9010
You won’t be confined by the city; it’s
Mother Nature that gives you joy. Whether
you’re pitting yourself against a sheer rock
face or watching a bald eagle soar, these
courses provide plenty of opportunities to
get out.
Black Rock Desert Excursion
Explore one of the largest playas in the world,
home to world land speed records and the
Burning Man Festival. This one-day tour will
visit not only the Black Rock Desert Playa but
also Granite Canyon. End the day at Granite
Ranch for an optional Western BBQ for an
extra $25 per person fee paid at the ranch.
Enjoy this natural and cultural history tour
that concentrates on the plants, wildlife,
geology and the four historic emigrant trails
that passed through and along the playa
margins.
Lecture
8/18
W
6:30-8:30 p.m.
Gubanich
TMCC Meadowood Center S324
$49
Field Trip
8/27 S
All Day
Natural History of Death
Valley National Park
Spend Nevada Day weekend in Death Valley.
Despite the forbidding name and that it is
the home of the second highest temperature
ever recorded of 134.6 degrees, Death Valley
is very pleasant in late October. Join us for a
natural history tour of this incredible park,
home to more than 900 species of plants, 200
species of birds, many reptiles and mammals
as well as two species of endangered pupfish.
Visit the breathtaking vistas of Dante’s View
and Zabriskie Point, stop at the lowest point
in the Western Hemisphere, visit the sand
dunes and walk through beautiful Mosiac
Canyon. Look for birds at Furnace Creek and
Scotty’s Castle, plus tour the Castle, if time
permits.
Lecture
10/19
W
6:30-8 p.m.
Gubanich
TMCC Meadowood Center S315
$89
Field Trip
10/27-30
TH-SU All Weekend
Reno’s Best Urban Hikes
Enjoy Mother Nature without having to
invest much time in driving. The Reno area
is home to many convenient urban trails and
natural Edens. Embark on these hikes with
an experienced Sierra Club leader who will
also share information on hiking safety and
organizations that offer group hikes.
9/10-10/22
S
8 a.m.-12 p.m.
Carabio
ACHIEVE Fitness
$89
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Outdoors
Increase your critical eye while investigating
and reap the rewards of more credible results.
Find out how to tell what is real and what
isn’t and debate if it is possible to conduct a
paranormal investigation through accepted
testing criteria to achieve authentic and
untainted data. Discuss orbs, EVP and photo
evidence, optical illusions, coincidences,
sleight of hand and bad experiment designs.
Hear tales of the Cottingley Fairies, the
ectoplasm-spewing Mina Crandon, Duke
University’s attempt to prove ESP, Uri Geller
and more.
10/1
S
10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Oberding & Bertram
TMCC Meadowood Center S320
$42
Take part in an in-depth investigation of the
Goldhill Hotel’s Miners’ Cabin and the old
Storey County Jail, now called the Silver State
Peace Officers Museum. Spend three hours
in each location gathering possible evidence
of the paranormal. The Miners’ Cabin—next
to the Yellow Jacket Mine, which was the site
of an 1869 fire that killed 40 miners—has
been featured on paranormal cable TV
shows. At the jail, built in 1877, people have
seen inmate specters wandering the open
area. Bring your EVP recorders and cameras
as both sights are known for investigations
that produce results. An additional $25 entry
fee, payable that evening, is required to enter
the museum. Registration is being kept small
to ensure quality investigative results.
10/8-10/9
S, SU 5:40 p.m.-12:30 a.m.
Helsel & Oberding
Virginia City/Gold Hill
$59 prior to 8/26; $72 after
Nevada Ghost & Paranormal Series
Reaching Out to the Other
Side
Virginia City and Gold Hill
Ghost Hunt Field Trip
Music
Explore the mental and spiritual journey
this once skeptical Christian embarked
upon after spending the night with KTVN
in central Nevada’s Goldfield Hotel. Take in
tales of ghostly activity and see how these
amazing experiences shaped her relationship
with God and outlook on life.
9/12
M
6:30-8:30 p.m.
Berry
TMCC Meadowood Center S106
$29
Outdoors
HOT CLASS
Scuba Diving
Open a new world with underwater diving.
Become comfortable in the water and dive
safely to a depth of 60 feet under ideal
conditions. Provide your own mask, snorkel,
fins, boots and gloves for morning open water
sessions. Equipment may be rented, borrowed
or purchased. Upon successful completion
receive PADI open water certification.
8/31-9/18
See schedule online at http://wdce.tmcc.edu
Chesnut
Sierra Diving Center
$249
Photography
Capture the moment! The sentimental. The
eventful. The everyday. Enhance your ability
to freeze places, people and memories in
time.
NEW!
Make Your Own Book Using
Blurb
See how easy it is to make a coffee table book
adding photos, artwork and text using Blurb,
a free online service. Learn how to personalize
a cookbook, travel photo book or fundraising
book. Publish your book with photos and
narration and even sell it online. To register, go
to computer/software classes.
11/9 & 11/16 W
5:30-9 p.m.
Gage
TMCC Meadowood Center S115
$99
Digital Camera Basics
This two-part course is an introduction to
using your digital camera. Begin by learning
the camera’s features, including flash, macro,
zoom, menus, modes and scenes and discuss
selecting, using and caring for memory cards
and batteries. Use Windows Explorer to see
your camera’s photos, transfer images from
your camera to your computer or USB flash
drive and burn CDs to backup photos.
9/17-9/24
S
8:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Gage
TMCC Meadowood Center S115
$99
“So much new information was
learned in an efficient and fun
environment.”
– Randy B., Digital Camera Basics
Digital Camera Intermediate
Now that you are familiar with the features of
your camera, it’s time to take pictures. Get the
results you want by managing aperture, shutter
speed and exposure values. Control the colors
in your shots with white balance. Experiment
with depth of field and other focus techniques.
Organize your photos in folders and explore
numerous online printing services.
10/22 & 11/5 S 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Gage
TMCC Meadowood Center S115
$99
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Gain the skills that give you a professional
edge. For related online courses, log on to
HYPERLINK “http://wdce.tmcc.edu”http://
wdce.tmcc.edu.
Expressive Photographic
Lighting
Discover how to harness nature’s rich light
during a lecture and on-site shoot. Learn how
to use natural light for macro, landscape and
outdoor portraits and how a reflector and flash
unit can supplement the sun’s rays. By building
upon your own working knowledge of your
camera, increase your knowledge about
camera settings and simple accessories to take
full advantage of nature’s glow.
8/4-8/6
TH
6-9 p.m.
S
3-8:30 p.m.
Vollmer
TMCC Meadowood Center S315
$89
Photograph Autumn’s
Splendor
HOT CLASS
Professional Skills
Capture the essence of our beautiful fall
season during classroom instruction and Reno
location shoots. Whether you use film or
digital, learn how to create powerful autumn
photographs from your own backyard or
while abroad. Furnish your own camera,
transportation and walking gear.
10/8
S
9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Vollmer
TMCC Meadowood Center S300
$89
Photograph Historic Sites
Discover how to capture the rich history
of Nevada and the West’s prehistoric rock
art, ranches, mining towns and renovated
downtown landmarks through your camera
lens. Learn to photograph historic sites from
the award-winning photographer, Mark
Vollmer. Gets hands-on tips from an expert
as you shoot on-site in the Reno area. Gain
insight into creating a great picture via lines,
patterns, textures and natural light. This class
is open to photographers of all levels and both
digital and film shooters.
9/8-9/10
TH
6-9 p.m.
S
2-6 p.m.
Vollmer
TMCC Meadowood Center S300
$89
NEW!
Fundamental Business Skills
Certification
Gain an expertise to work in any office
environment with this comprehensive 84hour certificate program. Upon completion,
you’ll find your newly acquired background
in fundamental business with an emphasis in
finance and customer service gives you an edge
in this competitive job market. Learn essential
tools such as developing a proficiency in Word,
Excel, Outlook and Quickbooks. Round out
your skills by building your business math,
bookkeeping, organization, problem solving
abilities and customer relations. Be able to set
priorities, create systems to manage workflow
and then apply these stills to stay in balance
on a daily basis. In addition, receive personal
attention in composing a strong resume and
practicing interview techniques. No prior
computer experience is necessary. See exact
dates and topics onine at http://wdce.tmcc.edu.
9/10-2/11
S
9 a.m.-4 p.m
M
6-9 p.m.
Nell J. Redfield Building A $995
HOT CLASS
Bank Teller Career Training
Certificate
This class is for you if you have little or no
banking skills. Bank tellers are in high demand
in our area and we have partnered with various
banks and credit unions who are willing to
hire people who complete this program. Banks
offer flexible schedules, help with tuition and
great benefits. You must have high school
diploma or GED and be proficient in English.
10/3-10/10 M-TH
6:30-8 p.m.
Hashemi
TMCC Meadowood Center S300 $129
Bilingual Office Assistant
Certificate
If you speak both Spanish and English,
advance your career by learning office and
computer skills. Become comfortable using
different software programs, learn business
writing, gain time management tips and more.
9/7-10/24
M, W
1-4 p.m.
Hirsch
TMCC Meadowood Center S322 $499
Register 24/7 at wdce.tmcc.edu
NEW!
Forensics for Spanish English
Court Interpreters
HOT CLASS
25 Hot Home-based Businesses
for Under $1,000
Start a Home-Based Medical
Transcription Business
TMCC’s WDCE offers an academic
degree/certificate program for
administrative professionals.
The demand for highly trained
professionals is high, even in these
challenging economic times.
Develop well-rounded office
skills in
• computers,
• customer relations,
• management principles and more.
Go to wdce.tmcc.edu and click on
“View Our Programs” for details.
–Jeff B., voiceover student
HOT CLASS
Become a Successful Online
Entrepreneur
Start living the dream of working for
yourself. Gain the tools for online success
from an established entrepreneur who sells
one million dollars in products each year.
Find out what you need to get started, how to
start a business with as little as a few hundred
dollars and the ins and outs of selling on
eBay, Amazon and through your own Web
site. Delve into marketing, advertising, search
engine optimization, how to register your
domain and more.
10/24-11/14 M 6-8 p.m.
Hertz
TMCC Meadowood Center S324
$69
Secrets of Productivity
The productivity techniques of the Lean
Enterprise system helped Toyota grow from
a little-known entity to a top company in
the auto industry. Learn how to use Lean
Enterprise to improve your department,
company or personal productivity, and
discover how eliminating what are known as
the seven wastes can make your operations
leaner and more efficient.
9/12
M
6-9 p.m.
Webb
TMCC Meadowood Center S300
$39
Better Manage Difficult
People
Whether at work or at home, keep your
sanity and your cool by learning the six top
tools for managing difficult, non-compliant
people. Find out what behaviors you can and
cannot control, and how to help others grow
in a positive way. Additionally, a licensed
psychologist will teach you how to improve
communications and develop personal
responsibility in others.
9/13
T
9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Haro
TMCC Meadowood Center S315
$49
Questions? Call 775-829-9010
You spend too much time at work not to
enjoy your job. Explore alternatives to a
poorly fitted work life and discover how you
really can create the career of your dreams.
Through discovery exercises, pinpoint your
interests, talents and motivations. Then
develop a plan to guide you in achieving a
personally rewarding career.
9/15-9/29
TH
7-9 p.m.
Benjamin
TMCC Meadowood Center S315
$69
NEW!
Nonprofit Success Secrets:
Building a Strong Board
Strengthen your board of directors and make
your organization more successful. Find out
how you can be a more effective member,
while learning about recruitment, polices,
ethics, legalities and more.
9/17-
S
9 a.m.-5 p.m.
French
TMCC Meadowood Center S320 $159
HOT CLASS
Small Business Success Boot
Camp
Whether you are starting a new company or
revitalizing an existing one, maximize your
chances of success by constructing a strong
action plan. Gain valuable ideas on starting
and growing your business and how to move
forward. Understand legal structures, set-up,
marketing and more.
10/5
W
6-9 p.m.
Veltkamp
TMCC Meadowood Center $39
“I loved this class. It gave me so
much insight. Anyone who wants to
work for herself, this is the class
to take. The instructor knows what
he is talking about.”
–Chelsea L., Small Business Success Boot
Camp student
Marketing Using Social Media
Join the 21st century by marketing your
business online. Learn how to use social
media to reach new customers and draw
them to your existing business. For little or
no money, you can use Facebook, Friendster,
MySpace, Twitter and blogging to stay in
touch with your customers, friends and
family. Turn online time into profitable time
as you start a new venture and freelance
opportunities.
10/6
TH
6-9 p.m.
Veltkamp
TMCC Meadowood Center S102
$39
17
Administrative Professionals Degree
Build the skills you
need to secure a
higher paying job
“Lisa was great and fun to learn
from. She is a perfect instructor
for this class! I learned so much
and want to go back and redo my
current voiceover work.”
Your Work-Life Ought to be
Great
Professional Skills
Make good money, work from home and
transcribe fascinating information. Find out
what it takes to start a medical transcription
business from the ground up and enjoy being
your own boss, having flexible hours and
earning a great salary.
11/30
W
6:30-9:30 p.m.
Burns
TMCC Meadowood Center S315
$39
Break into the voice-over industry and
join talented artists like James Earl Jones,
Linda Hunt and Donald Sutherland. Get an
introduction to the business from a TonyAward nominated composer and producer
and learn how you can turn voice-overs into
a thriving full or part-time career. To register
online, go to Classroom Courses, then
Special Interest.
10/10
M
7-9 p.m.
Foster
TMCC Meadowood Center S103
$39
NEW!
Photography
Discover business success by starting one of
25 proven home-based businesses for less
than $1,000. Learn the start-up requirements
for businesses as well as the market niches.
Also, you will create an action plan to help
jump start your business.
10/4
T
6-9 p.m.
Veltkamp
TMCC Meadowood Center S205
$39
How to Make it in Voiceovers
Outdoors
Become a more effective interpreter by better
understanding English and Spanish forensic
terminology. Increase your knowledge about
fingerprinting, DNA analysis, weapons and
ballistics. Practice simultaneous and sight
interpretation skills while preparing for state
and federal certification. 10 CEUs through
Supreme Court of Nevada.
9/13-10/18
T
6-8 p.m.
Sefchick
TMCC High Tech Center at Redfield 129$169
HOT CLASS
NEW!
Marketing for Professionals
and Consultants
Grow your business through determining
marketing strategies that best fit your business.
Learn where to begin and how to stay
motivated. Create a 28-day marketing plan
and find out what you need to focus on during
each marketing stage.
10/10 M
6-9 p.m.
Webb
TMCC Meadowood Center S106 $39
Coaching Skills for Managers
Improve the performance of your employees
by becoming a more proactive supervisor and
manager. Learn the concepts and techniques
of astute listening, goal setting, brainstorming
and coaching your staff. Develop the skills
to better identify problems and recognize
opportunities for improvement. Even with
economic cutbacks, you can mentor and
provide leadership that will increase morale
and get the best possible performance from
fewer employees.
10/18-10/25 T
8:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Benjamin
TMCC Meadowood Center S315
$79
NEW!
Personal Productivity
Get the most out of each day. Discover how
you spend your time and which barriers
prevent you from completing tasks, then
develop your own personal productivity
strategy. Examine your current planning
system and develop ways to use it more
effectively. Discuss ten time-efficient habits
and ten time-wasters.
11/7
M
6-9 p.m.Webb
TMCC Meadowood Center S300
$39
Make Gift Baskets and Earn
Money
Create your own ideal home-based business
by making gift baskets. Use your creativity
while setting your own pace and working from
home. Learn the tools to turn this hobby into a
profitable business where you can make up to
six figures a year.
10/5
W
2-5 p.m.
Veltkamp
TMCC Meadowood Center S324
$39
18
NEW!
Teach, Publish and Consult
From Home
Enjoy the benefits of self-employment. You
have knowledge and skills that others would
like to learn, and it’s probably your favorite
topic. Turn your expertise into a noncredit
online course. Learn how to deliver it over
the Internet to more than 1300 Northern
American colleges. No teaching credentials are
required as your expertise is your qualification.
Your course activities become the book you
publish. From teacher and author, move into
consulting. Learn how to set your schedule and
compensation. Whether sideline work or your
new career, the amount of work you take is up
to you.
10/6
TH
6:30-9 p.m.Spiers
TMCC Meadowood Center S315
$59
A New
Credential for
Today’s Workforce
This national credential is the
centerpiece of a comprehensive system
that helps individuals gain the skills
businesses need to build tomorrow’s
workforce. It verifies core employability
skills that are valuable across all
businesses and industries.
The National Career Readiness Certificate
requires qualifying scores on three
WorkKeys® assessments that provide
a measure of “real world” workplace
abilities.
• Reading for information
• Applied mathematics
• Locating information
Qualifying scores earn bronze, silver,
gold, or platinum certificates. Call 775829-9010 to schedule an appointment.
Fee for the three required WorkKeys:
$145.
Register 24/7 at wdce.tmcc.edu
Online Professional Courses
Take classes from the privacy of your home.
Go to http://wdce.tmcc.edu and click on
either ed2go, UGotClass, JER or Gatlin for full
details.
Certified Global Business
Professional
This nationally recognized program prepares
you for the Certified Global Business
Professional Credential Exam, which will
demonstrate your international business
expertise. Gatlin
http://www.ed2go.com/commserv/online_course/4sb/detail/
Teaching_Smarter_With_SMART_Boards.html”
Teaching Smarter with
SMART Boards
SMART Boards are revolutionizing today’s
classroom. Using these exciting interactive
whiteboards to create multimedia lessons,
which engage learners and address their
diverse needs. Discover how to create
outstanding presentations while exploring the
basics of using these tools and to see how your
lessons can blend text, videos and graphics.
Ed2Go
http://www.ed2go.com/commserv/online_course/tqa/detail/
Six_Sigma%3a_Total_Quality_Applications.html
Six Sigma: Total Quality
Applications
Learn how to apply the DMAIC model each
step of the way. Find out how to define, plan,
implement and close a Six Sigma project. Also,
delve into how to use process capability and
apply lean thinking. And you’ll understand
the basics of advanced Six Sigma tools such
as sampling, design of experiments (DOE),
analysis of variance (ANOVA), hypothesis
testing, control charts, and probability
distributions. Ed2Go
Business Research Certificate
Gain the skills to effectively communicate
research results to a specific audience for
maximum impact and effective decisionmaking. For business professionals,
entrepreneurs and anyone who needs specific
information such as market potential,
competitive intelligence, standard industry
practice and productivity improvement.
UGotClass
Virtual Meeting Planner
Certificate
Managing Teleworkers
Certificate
If you supervise teleworkers, telecommuters,
prospective telecommuters, work in human
resources or are interested in telecommuting
yourself, this course covers various aspects of
this growing trend. UGotClass
The CCLS Agent Certification
Program
Real Estate
Enhance your success with real estate
dealings, whether it is attaining your dream
home or buying a rental to bring you
financial security.
Gain the necessary skills to become a
property manager. This pre-licensing
course prepares you to take the property
management permit exam. Prior to taking
the property management test, you must
have a valid Nevada real estate license.
10/19-10/21 W-F
8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Murphy
TMCC Meadowood Center S315 $299
Foreclosures: The Good, the
Bad and the Fantastic
Gain a thorough perspective on how to
acquire sought-after distressed properties.
Learn how to evaluate the property and
examine its profit potential, while finding
out how to minimize risk. In addition learn
the latest techniques to search for these
properties.
10/4-10/11
T
6-9 p.m.
Mann
TMCC Meadowood Center S102
$74
NEW!
First Time Homebuyers–Dos,
Don’ts, Haves, Wants and
NeedsAttain your goal of owning your
own home. Get a jump up the learning curve
by understanding loan options, the buying process, investing strategies and more.
Become aware of what is involved in buying a
distressed property, short sales and REO’s.
10/26-11/2
W
6-8 p.m.
Hertz
TMCC Meadowood Center S315
$49
Writing
HOT CLASS
Property Management: 30
Years in 24 Hours
Take this state-approved 24-hour prelicensing course to obtain the Nevada
Property Management Permit. Explore
related laws, as well as the daily practice of
the profession. Instructor Judy Cook has
worked as a Nevada property manager
since the 1970s. Prior to taking the property
management test, you must have a valid
Nevada real estate license.
9/14-9/16
W-F
8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Cook
TMCC Meadowood Center S315 $299
Write that Mystery
Gain the skills you need to craft a nail-biting
mystery or thriller novel. Use techniques
that will strengthen your plot construction,
characterization, setting and more. Develop
the analytical skills to determine whether a
story should be plot, character or physical
action driven. Explore the relationship
between truth in works of fiction, and more.
10/17-11/21 M 6-8 p.m.
Sundstrand
TMCC Meadowood Center S103 $120
“I got more from this class than
I expected. I’ve now taken these
lessons and applied them to my own
writing goals.”
Creative Writing
Explore the diverse world of creative writing.
Practice journal writing and collage, poetry
and essay writing in an accepting and
supportive environment. By the end of class,
you will have a portfolio with writing samples
and resources to help you in future writing
endeavors.
9/12-11/7
M
6:30-8 p.m.
Wohlford
TMCC Meadowood Center S315
$99
Giving Yourself Permission to
Write
Begin that novel, memoir or poetry you
have always wanted to write. Unleash your
creativity and develop the skills of great
story-telling. Get tips on how to expand your
writing process and develop your muse with
hands-on exercises. Discover the various
formats of publishing and give yourself
permission to write.
10/1
S
9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Rew
TMCC Meadowood Center S324
$49
Online Writing Courses
Take classes from the privacy of your home.
Go to http://wdce.tmcc.edu and click on
either ed2go or JER for full details.
Certificate in Technical
Writing
If you aspire to develop your technical
language and communication skills or
need to update your skills, this certificate
program is for you. JER
http://www.ed2go.com/commserv/online_course/ebw/detail/
Effective_Business_Writing.html”
Effective Business Writing
Don’t let small gaps in your business
writing prevent you from reaching your full
potential! It doesn’t matter whether you’re a
clerical worker, an engineer or an executive.
If you communicate with others in writing,
you’ll need this course to identify and
eliminate problem areas. ed2Go
http://www.ed2go.com/commserv/online_course/bmw/detail/
Business_and_Marketing_Writing.html
Business and Marketing
Writing
Whatever your background, this fun,
introductory course will teach you to write
or identify copy to achieve your business/
marketing goals. Improve your work, your
knowledge, your company’s image and
your chances of getting hired, promoted or
applauded! Gain practical writing instruction
in grammar, clarity, structure and more.
You’ll understand issues unique to this
discipline, such as buzzwords, working with a
team, and marketing ethics. ed2Go
–Paul M., mystery writing student
Questions? Call 775-829-9010
19
Writing
Express yourself! Learn how to effectively
convey and captivate an audience through
your writing.
HOT CLASS
Real Estate
Learn the essential skills to be successful and
effective in handling call center calls. Gain
a better understanding of the importance
of accurate call forecasting and call
management in order to provide world-class
customer service. Learn to insure agents are
available when customers call. JER
The 24-Hour Property
Management Permit Program
Professional Skills
Acquire the best skill sets in virtual
meeting planning. Plus get the option of
being recognized for your proficiency by
becoming a Certified Virtual Meeting
Planner. Discover the various synchronous
distance-meeting formats available and learn
about the technology of producing distance
meetings. UGotClass
HOT CLASS
SILVER COLLEGE
Retirement is your time to live it up!
Pursue new interests and acquire new sk ills in these courses designed for ac tive retirees.
To register, visit HYPERLINK “http://wdce.tmcc.edu” or call 829-9010.
Arts
SENR 100 Crochet
Create beautiful pieces for gifts or resale. Learn
basic stitches such as the slip, chain and shell
stitches, foundation chain, single crochet,
double crochet and much more. Feel confident
holding your needle and thread and reading
patterns. Gain the skills needed to start and
complete your first project.
10/1-10/15
S
8:30-11:30 a.m.
Teague
TMCC Meadowood Center S308
$45
Quilting Basics: Raggedy Quilt
and Pillowcase SENR 101
If you are a beginner or need a refresher, you
will soon be humming along with your sewing
machine making a beautiful quilt in no time.
Learn terms, tools and how to choose the best
fabrics. Develop quilting techniques that you
can use over a lifetime. Receive personalized
instruction to create a raggedy quilt and
pillowcase. More projects are available if you
finish your projects early.
9/12-9/26
M
9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Lish
TMCC Meadowood Center S103
$45
Quilting Basics: Tote Bag and
Small Wallet SENR 102
Create a simple reversible tote and small
wallet that you will want to carry everywhere.
Projects are completed with a few supplies and
some sewing experience. Learn strip-piecing
techniques. Understand the fundamentals,
procedures, and tools needed for quilting.
Receive step-by-step instruction that can be
followed by every level.
10/10-10/24 M 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Lish
TMCC Meadowood Center S103
$45
Quilting Basics: Placemats
and Napkins SENR 103
Give your dining table a whole new look by
following easy instructions. Learn the correct
method for pressing and layering fabrics. Have
fun while completing your project in class.
11/7-11/21
M
9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Lish
TMCC Meadowood Center S308
$45
Piano I SENR 120
You may have never played before or you
might want to pick up where you left off. Come
develop your musical creativity, build piano
skills and enjoy learning all the basics of piano
playing, including reading music.
9/8-10/20
TH 10-11 a.m.
Smith
Steinway Piano Gallery
$69
20
Piano II SENR 121
Build on concepts and lessons previously
learned. Gain confidence playing minor scales,
chords and understand accompaniment
patterns, sight-read and play by ear.
10/27-12/8
TH 10-11 a.m.
Smith
Steinway Piano Gallery
$69
Photography
Create Beautiful Outdoor
Photographs SENR 123
Whether you use film or digital, discover how
to capture the essence of landscape and nature
scenes. In this combination lecture, slide show
and field shooting course, learn the essentials
for creating powerful photos including the use
of color, space, texture, natural light and more.
9/21
W
1-4 p.m
Field Trip
5:30-7 p.m.
Vollmer
TMCC Meadowood Center S320
$49
Digital Camera Basics
SENR 124
Have fun with your digital camera by taking
great pictures indoors or outdoors–portraits,
birthday parties, scenery and more. Take
photos you like while learning the camera’s
features, including flash, macro, zoom, selftimer and menus. Find out how to select, use
and care for memory cards and batteries.
8/29-9/26
M
9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Gage
TMCC Meadowood Center S115
$59
Digital Camera Intermediate
SENR 125
Discover how to take all kinds of pictures. Get
the results you want by managing the aperture,
shutter speed and exposure values, using
bracketing, controlling the colors in your shots
with the white balance. Experiment with depth
of field and other focus techniques and more.
11/21-12/12 M 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Gage
TMCC Meadowood Center S115
$59
Digital Camera and Your
Computer SENR 126
Learn how to copy your pictures from your
camera to your computer, flash drive or
burn a CD. Use Windows Explorer to create
folders on your computer to keep your photos
organized. Learn how to enjoy your photos as
a computer slide show and add your photos to
a Word document or e-mail them to friends
and family.
10/03-10/17 M 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Gage
TMCC Meadowood Center S115
$45
Register 24/7 at wdce.tmcc.edu
Photoshop Elements Basics
SENR 127
Release the images held captive inside your
camera and jazz them up to create eye-popping
photos. Explore this software’s photo editing
features including how to remove red-eyes or
wrinkles, touch-up scratches or blemishes,
change the contrast or brightness of a photo,
make it sepia or black and white, and crop out
what you don’t want in a picture.
8/31-9/21
W
9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Gage
TMCC Meadowood Center S115
$59
Why take Silver College
courses?
The Australian Longitudinal Study of
Aging found that people with an active
social life could live 22 percent longer
than those with a less active social life.
Other studies show that loneliness can
raise blood pressure and affect sleep
quality.
Photoshop Elements Layers
and Effects SENR 128
Building on your Photoshop Elements class
experience, explore the very powerful layers
and effects palettes. Discover how to take
yourself out of a photo and insert yourself into
another more exotic one. Also, try your hand
at making a photo look like a pencil drawing
or an oil painting. Find that your imagination
is limitless.
11/2-11/30
W
9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Gage
TMCC Meadowood Center S115
$59
Photoshop Elements Projects
SENR 129
Take your Photoshop Elements skills to the
next level by working through fun, hands-on
projects. Repair an old photo, add color to a
black and white photo, create greeting cards
with your own photos, design a photo collage,
construct a panoramic photo and much more.
12/7-12/21
W
9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Gage
TMCC Meadowood Center S115
$45
Special Topics
Bird Identification for Seniors
SENR 122
Managing Pain With EFT
SENR 130
Take control of your hip, back and leg pain
and don’t let it slow you down. Through
using Emotional Freedom Techniques,
discover how to better manage your pain and
create body comfort. Find out about EFT
tapping points and then address specific life
issues. Feel better today–EFT often works
when nothing else will and with a little
practice–anyone can reap these benefits.
9/19
M
10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Conner
TMCC Meadowood Center S324
$39
Stuff Your Wallet SENR 131
Retired doesn’t mean you need to live on
a fixed income. Supplement your earnings
in a variety of ways that easily fit into your
lifestyle. There are many part-time businesses
and freelance gigs particularly well-suited to
those over 50. With a little startup money,
you can have fun and greatly improve your
financial situation.
10/5
W
10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Veltkamp
TMCC Meadowood Center S324
$39
Silver Tai Chi SENR 118
Feel great by increasing your energy range
of motion and flexibility through the gentle
movements of Tai Chi. Practice fluid, lowimpact exercises improve your balance,
coordination and stamina.
9/13-11/1
T, TH
4-5 p.m.
Sigler
TMCC Meadowood Center Patio
$79
Silver Spanish SENR 119
If you have never taken Spanish or took
classes years ago, this class will teach you
the basics and have you speaking Spanish
in a fun, comfortable environment.
Learn conversational elements including
salutations, commonly used words and
phrases and Spanish customs. No grammar
is presented in this course.
9/7-11/9
W
4-5 p.m.
Sefchick
TMCC Meadowood Center S320
$59
Computer Basics for
Beginners SENR 142
You have a computer, now learn how to use it
in a laid back environment. Understand the
fundamentals of using the mouse, keyboard,
desktop and taskbar. A fun and easy way to
learn basic skills.
9/9-10/28
F
9-11 a.m.
Chang
TMCC Meadowood Center S116
$79
Make the Most of Your
Computer I SENR 104
Avoid expensive repairs and keep your
computer in top shape. Receive an overview
on operating systems, software and Windows
7. Explore folder and file libraries, virus
protection, backup methods and more. Gain
the confidence needed to maintain your
computer.
9/6-9/29
T, TH
8:30-10:30 a.m.
Jackson
TMCC Meadowood Center S115
$79
Make the Most of Your
Computer II SENR 105
Run your computer at its peak performance.
Increase its security by learning
troubleshooting techniques, understanding
PC problems and scheduling maintenance.
Learn how to download hardware devices
and drivers, add memory and work with
security on the Internet and email.
10/4-10/27 T, TH
8:30-10:30 a.m.
Jackson
TMCC Meadowood Center S115
$79
Word 2010 Basics SENR 106
Gain the basic skills and concepts needed to
produce letters, newsletters, envelopes, labels
and much more. Become familiar with your
mouse, keyboard and terminology. Learn
how to file and find your documents when
you need them. Create and edit documents
using a variety of formatting options and
discover how to incorporate clipart, tables
and other graphics.
9/13-10/6
T, TH 10:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m.
Lish
TMCC Meadowood Center S116
$79
Word 2010 Intermediate
SENR 107
Take your computer skills up a notch
learning how to format tables, print
labels and envelopes. Find out how to use
document templates, work with styles,
sections and columns. Learn time saving tips
and shortcuts and gain the ability to perform
real world tasks.
10/11-11/3 T, TH 10:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m.
Lish
TMCC Meadowood Center S116
$79
Questions? Call 775-829-9010
Getting to Know Windows 7
SENR 108
Learn how to navigate and use new
features, tools and programs efficiently and
confidently. Gain the knowledge needed to
perform basic preventive maintenance to
keep your PC safe and running smoothly.
Find out how to customize the desktop, easily
store, locate and search for files and have fun
getting to know this program
9/9-9/23
F
9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Morganson
TMCC Meadowood Center S115
$45
The Fun Side of Windows 7
SENR 109
Easily turn your digital photos into a fun
movie slideshow. Learn transitions, motion
effects titles credits and music. Use Windows
Live to fix red-eye, crop, straighten and create
a panoramic photo. Simplify your on-line life
with smarter ways to surf, shop, and share
photos.
10/7-10/21
F
9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Morganson
TMCC Meadowood Center S115
$45
Word 2010 Mail Merge
SENR 110
See how fun and easy it is to send holiday
cards, flyers, business or family newsletters
by learning how to mail merge. Using
a simple step-by-step process, create a
main document, labels and envelopes,
personalizing each document. Learn how
to create a data source, how to sort and edit
with superb results.
9/9-9/30
Fri 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Lish
TMCC Meadowood Center S322
$59
Microsoft Office Publisher
Basics SENR 111
Have fun learning how to design calendars,
invitations, greeting cards, home flyers and
business cards. Experiment with templates,
color and a variety of fonts. Bring your work
to life by using clip art and photographs.
10/4-10/27 T, TH 10:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m.
Jackson
TMCC Meadowood Center S115
$79
Excel 2010 Basics SENR 116
Learning spreadsheets can be fun and easy.
Create a personalized spreadsheet to track
your income, household expenses, medical
bills and other important items. Learn
timesaving tips, how to enter and edit text,
and utilize pictures and charts. Use simple
functions, basic formatting techniques and
printing.
9/13-10/6
T, TH 1-3 p.m.
Lish
TMCC Meadowood Center S115
$79
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Silver College
Discover how to identify the birds you see
in your yard, during your walks or while on
vacation. Learn the identification basics and
how to separate birds into distinctive groups.
Then gain tips on attracting them to your
yard, the best foods, feeders and plants. Take
part in three indoor lectures and an optional
outdoor field trip to observe birds.
9/6-9/20
T
6:30-8:30 p.m.
Gubanich
TMCC Meadowood Center S300
$45
Technology
Excel 2010 Intermediate
SENR 140
Step up your current knowledge of Excel to
create a home inventory, checkbook register,
monthly expense worksheets and more.
Become proficient in spreadsheet design
and development. Manage large multiple
worksheets, calculate with advanced formulas,
filter and sort data.
10/11-11/3 T, TH 1-3 p.m.
Lish
TMCC Meadowood Center S115
$79
File Management: Get
Organized SENR 117
Don’t wonder where you put another file.
Learn how to cut, copy, paste, drag and drop
files where you want them. Then be able to
find and retrieve them. Getting organized
doesn’t have to be painful; it just takes a little
training.
9/6-9/29
T, TH 10:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m.
Jackson
TMCC Meadowood Center S115
$79
Exploring the Internet
SENR 113
Put your hands on your keyboard and search
the Internet with confidence. Learn how to use
a browser effectively, examine various search engines and find information easily. Locate the best
sources for news, email, planning trips, weather
and more.
9/6-11/1
T 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Prommel
TMCC Meadowood Center S322
$89
Connect with Others through
E-Mail SENR 112
Stay in touch with your children,
grandchildren, family and friends with e-mail.
Find out how easy it is to send pictures and
other attachments and how to save pictures
sent to you. It is a fun way to stay in touch.
Learn etiquette, compose, send, receive and
troubleshoot. You will have the opportunity
to sign up for a free web-based e-mail account
like Hotmail, Yahoo or Gmail.
9/6-9/8
T-TH 10:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m.
Lish
TMCC Meadowood Center S321
$29
Fun with Social Networking
SENR 114
Have fun learning how to use Facebook and
Twitter, as well as LinkedIn and other social
networking sites to talk to relatives and friends,
reconnect with people, find jobs, network and
more. Discover how easy it is be safe and protect
your identity on the Internet.
9/7-9/28
W
9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Chang
TMCC Meadowood Center S322
$59
Buying and Selling on the Web
SENR 115
Become a successful buyer, seller or window
shopper by learning how to safely use eBay,
Craigslist and other Internet auction sites. Gain
the skills necessary to sort the good from the
bad, how to comparison shop and understand
how e-commerce works.
9/12-10/3
M
9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Chang
TMCC Meadowood Center S322
$59
Cell Phone Basics SENR 132
Become the master of your cell phone by
becoming comfortable with its options. Learn
how to easily dial phone numbers, add names
and numbers, and access your voice mail
messages. Discover how easy it is to turn your
phone to silent, set an alarm and even take a
picture and send it to a friend. Personalize your
phone by changing the screen, ring tones and
other settings
8/29-9/12
M
1-4 p.m.
Gage
TMCC Meadowood Center S115
$29
GPS Basics SENR 133
Get verbal directions to a destination or find
the nearest museum, restaurant or gas station
with your GPS. Find out how to navigate to a
specific address or choose from the endless list
of points of interest. Learn how to get around
the various screens, customize the voice and
keyboard settings and save your favorite
destinations.
8/31-9/7
W
1-4 p.m.
Gage
TMCC Meadowood Center S115
$29
Make Your Own Book Using
Blurb SENR 134
See how easy it is to make a coffee table book
adding photos, artwork and text using Blurb,
a free online service. Learn how to personalize
a cookbook, travel photo book or fundraising
book. Publish your book with photos and
narration and even sell it on line.
10/5-10/19
W
9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Gage
TMCC Meadowood Center S115
$45
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Writing
Creative Writing I SENR 136
Explore a variety of genres: non-fiction, fiction
and poetry and see which ones you’d like to
write. Develop your voice and style while
stimulating your creativity.
9/12-11/14
M
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Brown
TMCC Meadowood Center S315
$99
Creative Writing II SENR 137
Better develop characters, dialogue, image and
figurative language while enhancing overall
narrative skills. Receive individual attention
to help you complete a project you’ve been
working on or establish a new one.
9/14-11/16
W
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Brown
TMCC Meadowood Center S103
$99
Life Stories SENR 138
Ignite your imagination as you recall and
appreciate your life stories. Develop your own
creative style and expression as you document
your story for your family. Learn how to create
memorable narratives and improve your
writing skills.
9/13-11/15
T
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Brown
TMCC Meadowood Center S324
$99
Writing From Literature
SENR 139
Learn to read like a writer by studying the
writing techniques used by the masters.
Enhance your reading and writing skills by
analyzing the tools and tricks of authors such
as Jane Austen, Dostoyevsky, Roth, Fitzgerald
and Franzen.
9/15-11/3
TH 9:30-11:30 a.m.
Brown
TMCC Meadowood Center S324
$79
Cherished Childhood Stories
SENR 141
Preserve the stories you heard growing up,
so you can share them with others. Whether
bedtime stories, scary tales, family folklore or
just funny little stories created to entertain,
turn them into a publication to hand down to
future generations.
9/17-11/5
S
9-11 a.m.
Chang
TMCC Meadowood Center S210
$79
TO REGISTER FOR THE FOLLOWING CLASSES, GO TO WWW.TMCC.EDU
Massage Training
824-3830
MASG 200C Introduction to Massage Training
.5 Unit
1001 90330
S
9:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. 8/20
TMCC Meadowood Center S217
Grubaugh
Have all your questions answered regarding a possible career in massage. Learn about TMCC’s massage certification program, career
opportunities available to licensed massage therapists and licensing procedures in Nevada. $59
Silver College
Train to become a licensed massage therapist or earn the CEUs you need to keep your massage practice current. Visit wdce.tmcc.edu and click
on View Our Programs for details.
MASG 100C Swedish Massage for Fun
.5 Unit
1001 93353 S 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 8/27
TMCC Meadowood Center S217
Anderson
Learn how to bring on relaxation, increase circulation and stimulate the body through touch, breath, focus and intension. Explore the fluid
strokes used in professional Swedish massage. Find out how to apply oils using effleurage. $39
MASG 105C Oriental Massage
MASG 106C Meridians of Oriental Medicine
1 Unit
1001 90188
M
6-8 p.m. 10/31-12/02
TMCC Meadowood Center S217
Eddy
Become familiar with the guiding principles, history and theory of Acupuncture. Learn about each of the 14 major meridians and how the five
elements relate to these meridians, the organs and Yin and Yang. You will also learn how oriental massage is used to find a diagnosis. CEU’s
may be possible. $99
Why take massage therapy?
The US Bureau of Labor Statistics says the job market for licensed
massage therapists is projected to grow nearly 20 percent through 2018.
MASG 111C Integrated Deep Tissue
1 Unit
1001 90326
F,S
8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. 11/4-11/5 TMCC Meadowood Center S217
Grubaugh
For licensed massage therapists or massage certification students only. Learn effective techniques using deep sculpting with hands, knuckles,
elbows, forearms, joint movement and cross fiber friction. Learn about common musculoskeletal problems and how you can apply modalities
to give the appropriate pain relief. $159
MASG 117C Aromatherapy
.5 Unit
1001 90327
S
8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. 11/19
TMCC Meadowood Center S217
Anderson
Learn how to use essential oils in massage. Make your own scented massage oil, lip balm, foot soak, salt scrub and air freshener. Pay a $30
material fee to the instructor. $89
MASG 123C Cadaver Anatomy & Biomechanics
1 Unit
1001 94347
F
6-9 p.m.
8/26-9/30
TMCC Red Mountain Building Room 310
McEntire
For licensed massage therapists, certified personal trainers, massage or personal training students only. Explore vitally important principles
and concepts in human biomechanics that are often not touched upon in traditional massage and personal training curriculums. $199
MASG 130C Event Sports Massage
1 Unit
1001 90328
F,S
8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. 9/30-10/1
TMCC Meadowood Center S217
Learn basic techniques, strokes and stretching used in sports settings. Wear sports-type or comfortable clothing. $159
Questions? Call 775-829-9010
Grubaugh
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Massage Training
1 Unit 1001 90187
M
6-8 p.m. 8/29-10/24
TMCC Meadowood Center S217
Eddy
Relieve stress and related problems with hands-on reflexology, Shiatsu and soft tissue manipulation. Herbal oils will be used. CEU’s may be possible.
$99
TO REGISTER FOR THE FOLLOWING CLASSES, GO TO WWW.TMCC.EDU
MASG 132C Hot Stone Massage
1 Unit
1001 90345
F,S 9 a.m.-5:00 p.m. 9/16-9/17
TMCC Meadowood Center S217
Anderson
For licensed massage therapists or massage certificate students only. Hot stone massage is a restorative stone thermotherapy and an adjunctive
therapy, which can be used with all styles of massage therapy. As an adjunctive modality, it does not replace your hands-on skills. To successfully
implement this therapy, you must refine your assessment skills to use stone therapy safely and effectively. $199
MASG 137C Osteo Symmetry Therapy
1 Unit
1001 93047
F,S
8 a.m.-5 p.m. 10/14-10/15
TMCC Meadowood Center S217
White
For licensed massage therapists or massage certificate students with a sufficient knowledge of structure and function. This manual therapy is used
to release structural tension patterns and disperse energy blockages from the bones. Give your clients increased flexibility, natural mobility and
improved posture. $200
MASG 201C Fundamentals of Professional Massage
6 Units
1001 89220
T,TH 5:30-8:30 p.m. 8/30-12/15
TMCC Meadowood Center S217
Grubaugh
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: MASG 200C, BIOL 141B or BIOL 223. Discover the art and science of professional therapeutic massage. Learn basic
strokes and how to organize a massage suited to an individual’s needs. Also, gain insight into massage ethics. Learn scope of practice, massage and
contraindications, draping, sanitation, Nevada law and client charts. $549
MASG 202C Anatomy and Physiology for Massage Professionals
4 Units
1001 90087
M,W
10 a.m.-12 p.m. 8/29-12/14
TMCC Meadowood Center S217
Cripps
For licensed massage therapists, certified personal trainers, massage or personal training students only. Learn about the structure and function of
the body systems and relate them to your chosen field. This course fulfills the requirement for state and national licensure. $356
MASG 205C Kinesiology
3 Units
1001 89221
W
5:30-8:30 p.m. 8/31-12/14
TMCC Meadowood Center S217
Broderick
Prerequisite: LMT or BIOL 141B, BIOL 223. Take part in this systematic, hands-on study of human kinesiology and palpatory anatomy. Once
successfully completed, you will have partially fulfilled the new Nevada licensure requirements for massage therapists. This class is also a
requirement for the personal trainer program. $279
MASG 208C Functional Anatomy for Massage Professionals
4 Units
1001 93016
T,TH
2:30-4:30 p.m. 8/30-12/15
TMCC Meadowood Center S217
Cripps
For licensed massage therapists, certified personal trainers, massage or personal training students only. Learn the structure/function relationship of
musculoskeletal anatomy and kinesiology by utilizing and enhancing palpation skills. Discover how to create a solid three-dimensional anatomical
image of the body and its movement patterns. This course fulfills the requirement for state and national licensure. $356
MASG 210C Massage Clinic
7 Units
1001 93049
T, TH
10 a.m.-2 p.m. 8/30-12/15
TMCC Meadowood Center S217
Grubaugh
Prerequisites: MASG 201C & MASG 205C. Practice the skills gained in MASG 201C while participating in the in-house clinic. Gain handson experience working with the public, while creating a customer friendly environment. Review Nevada law, ethics, related pathologies,
contraindications, sanitation and hygiene and learn about charts, client interviews, customer service and professional skills. You will also learn other
massage-related bodywork practices and will be required to work outside of class. $659
MASG 212C Trunk and Spine Structure, Function and Fitness
1 Unit
1001 94343
F
3-5:30 p.m.
8/26-9/30
TMCC Red Mountain Building Room 408 McEntire
For licensed massage therapists, certified personal trainers, massage or personal training students only. Review basic anatomy and function of the
trunk and spine, hear relevant research and be introduced to concepts of rehabilitative exercise and trunk and spine fitness. $199
MASG 221C National Test Prep and Review
1 Unit
1001 90331
F, S
9 a.m.-2 p.m. 12/9-12/17
TMCC Meadowood Center S217
Dorangricchia
Prerequisite: MASG 210C or LMT. No class 12/16. Pull together your knowledge and skills learned within the massage training program to prepare
for the NCETMB national exam. Go through the application process and learn Nevada state and national requirements for certification. Prepare for
each section of the exam and learn important study skills. At the end of this class, you will be ready to take and pass the exam. $199
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TO REGISTER FOR THE FOLLOWING CLASSES, GO TO WWW.TMCC.EDU
Train for a career where you can help others be physically active and healthy. For program details, go to wdce.tmcc.edu and click on View Our
Programs.
PT 100C Intro-Personal Trainer
3 Units
1001 89569 T
11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. 8/30-12/13 Classroom TBA
Simone-Call
If you have an interest in becoming a personal trainer, this course will answer your questions. Learn about certification requirements, career
opportunities and counseling for the TMCC Personal Trainer Certificate Program. Client/trainer communication will be the focus of this class.
$239
Massage Training
Personal Trainer
674-7974
PT 124C Cadaver Anatomy & Biomechanics
1 Unit 1001 91047 F See description for MASG 123C.
6-9 p.m.
8/26-9/30 TMCC Meadowood Center S217 Cripps
TMCC Meadowood Center S217 Cripps
TMCC Red Mountain Building Rm 408 McEntire
PT 202C Anatomy and Physiology for Fitness Professionals
4 Units 1001 90086 M,W See description for MASG 202C.
10 a.m.-12 p.m.
8/29-12/14 PT 208C Functional Anatomy for Fitness Professionals
4 Units 1001 93015 T,TH See description for MASG 208C.
2:30-4:30 p.m.
8/30-12/15 PT 212C Trunk and Spine Structure, Function and Fitness
1 Unit 1001 94340 F See description for MASG 212C
3-5:30 p.m.
8/26-9/30 Computer and Office Technology
824-3830
COT 101 Computer Keyboarding I
3 Units 1001 88759 M, W 9:30-10:45 a.m. 8/29-12/14 TMCC Red Mountain Building Room 204 Scarnati
If you’ve never had any typing instruction, develop your touch typing skill. Keyboard proficiency will be taught. Senior citizens are welcome.
COT 101 Computer Keyboarding I
3 Units 1002 88760 Online class only 8/27-12/18 Scarnati
3 Units 1003 ***** Online class only 8/27-12/18 Scarnati
This is an on-line course with no lecture. Additional help in the computer-tutoring lab is available if needed. You must have access to a
computer and the internet to complete assignments or you may use a TMCC access lab. Develop basic skills for touch-typing keyboard
proficiency. Basic computer operations are introduced for using the keyboarding software.
COT 110 Business Machines
3 Units 1001 88761 W
7-9:50 p.m. 8/31-12/14
TMCC Meadowood Center S123 Donnelly
Learn how to use electronic printing calculators. These skills are applied to business math problems, which include touch addition of whole
numbers, multiplication, division, fractions, and decimals, percentages, markdown and markup, interest, payrolls and installment buying.
Questions? Call 775-829-9010
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Computer and Office Technology
McEntire
Personal Training
TMCC Red Mountain Building Rm 310 COT 207 Business Applications on the Internet
3 Units 1001 88762 Online class only 8/27-12/18 Kamen
This is a web-based course. You must have access to a computer and the internet to complete assignments. Learn how to use the Internet, website
review and compatibility, intranet/internet site development and designing a business plan.
COT 217 Office Publications
3 Units 1001 90034 Online class only 8/27-12/18 Jarvis
Prerequisite: IS 101 or equivalent. Learn basic desktop and Web page publishing techniques. Find out how to plan and design a publication, format text, work with art and styles, and
work with multiple pages. Also, find out about the creation and maintenance of simple websites, including using links, tables, frames and forms.
COT 240 Executive Office Procedures
3 Units 1001 91045 Online class only 8/27-12/18 Kamen
Administrative professionals must possess specific skills to succeed in and adjust to a diversified workforce with ever-emerging technologies. To
be successful in today’s dynamic workplace, learn about workplace mail, records management, telecommunications (including technology and
etiquette), written and verbal business communication, event planning, travel arrangements, skills for multitasking and prioritizing, proofreading
skills, business ethics, and customer service.
BUS 112 Customer Service
3 Units 1001 20621 Online class only 8/27-12/18 Williams
Learn about fundamental service principles and practices to raise service levels and improve the customer experience at every point of contact.
Discuss the issues of serving a diverse population and learn how to delight your customers, support your colleagues and build a superior service
culture. This course is not transferable to a baccalaureate degree of art or science within the Nevada higher education system.
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Individual Class/CEU Certificates
Many of our courses carry WDCE-approved CEUs
(a CEU is equivalent to 10 hours of qualified
instruction). If you would like a certificate
to document CEUs earned or to prove your
successful completion of a course, you may
request a completion certificate. The cost for
each certificate is $10. Some course fees include a
completion certificate; check with your instructor.
Call 775-829-9010 for details.
Non-Grading Policy
Most WDCE courses do not issue letter grades.
Should you need documentation to prove that
you successfully completed a course, please
notify the instructor at the beginning of the class.
Quality Guaranteed
At TMCC’s Workforce Development and
Continuing Education Division, you will
• receive prompt, courteous and friendly attention;
• receive instruction in a conducive atmosphere led by competent and experienced experts;
• find that your time is honored and valued; and
• have your needs and requirements addressed promptly.
Certified
WDCE has been named one of the Best Practice
Units by the Learning Resources Network and
earned Level 2 certification in 2009.
TMCC Mission Statement
Truckee Meadows Community College promotes
student success, academic excellence and
access to lifelong learning by delivering high
quality education and services to our diverse
communities.
WDCE Mission Statement
The Workforce Development and Continuing
Education Division, the entrepreneurial academic
unit of TMCC, is committed to economic success
and quality of life for the community by providing
customized training, educational services, and
personal enrichment programs to businesses,
organizations and the general public.
Americans with Disabilities Act
Qualified, self-identified participants with
documented disabilities have the right to free
accommodations to ensure equal access to
educational opportunities at TMCC. For assistance
and to register for services, contact TMCC’s
disability resource center at www.tmcc.edu/drc,
come by TMCC’s Red Mountain Building, room
315 or call 673-7277.
Employer-Paid Tuition
An employer or other third party may pay for
any WDCE course. Please provide a check, credit
card or purchase order from the third party at
the time of registration. Employer or third-party
registrations may be made in person, by fax (775829-9032) or by mail (5270 Neil Road, room S216,
Reno, NV 89502). If a credit card is being used, you
may also register on our secure Web site http://
wdce.tmcc.edu or call 775-829-9010.
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Policies and General Information
Child Enrollment Policy
Children, ages 15 and younger, may register
for a course if a parent registers and attends
the same class with them. Sixteen and 17 year
olds must bring a release signed by a parent or
guardian to the first day of the WDCE course. To
request a parental release form, e-mail wdce@
tmcc.edu or call 829-9010. Parents do not need
to accompany children attending a course
designed especially for children.
Cancellation Policy
WDCE courses are self-supporting. If a course
does not have enough students enrolled in it,
it may be canceled. If WDCE cancels a course,
you will receive a full refund. Beyond providing
a timely refund, TMCC assumes no liability for
expenses incurred by a student because of a
course cancellation.
Refund Policy for WDCE Courses
Should you need to cancel your seat in a class,
• you will receive a full refund—minus a $10 cancellation fee—if you cancel at least three working days prior to the
class s tart date
• you will receive a 50 percent refund—
minus a $10 cancellation fee—if you
cancel less than three working days
prior to the class
• you will not receive a refund if you are a
no-show or cancel after the course has begun.
Refunds vary for conferences, massage, personal
trainer, online classes and motorcycle programs.
Please see the stated policy for those programs.
You will receive a full refund for any course
canceled by Workforce Development and
Continuing Education.
Inclement Weather Procedures
For courses held at a college facility, log on to
the general TMCC website at www.tmcc.edu or
call the college’s general number at 775-6737000. Announcements for college campus/
center closures are usually announced on most
radio and television stations. For courses held at
other community locations, call WDCE at 775829-9010.
Office Hours
WDCE is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.
to 5 p.m. The office is located at 5270 Neil Road
(across from the Sears Auto Center) in room
S216. Payment can be made in person, by fax
(775-829-9032) or by mail (5270 Neil Road, room
S216, Reno, NV 89502). If a credit card is being
used, you may also register on our secure Web
site http://wdce.tmcc.edu or call 775-829-9010.
Senior Citizen Tuition Assistance/Discount
Seniors 62 and older can apply for the
Senior Sunshine Fund established by
Helaine Greenberg. You may apply for
this fund’s financial assistance, which now
gives seniors an opportunity to participate in
personal interest classes offered by the TMCC
Workforce Development and Continuing
Education Division, by calling 829-9010. Chosen
applicants will receive $20 toward the payment
of any course $50 and above.
WDCE offers a 20 percent discount off personal
interest courses to seniors, aged 62 and older.
This discount cannot be applied toward
professional courses, conferences/events/series,
online classes or select other courses. To find
out if a course has a senior discount, visit http://
wdce.tmcc.edu, click on classroom courses and
the area you are interested in. Each class lists
available discounts.
Class Locations
ACHIEVE Fitness, 600 So. Center Street,
Reno, Bus Rt. 1
Ballantine’s Ballroom, 5318 Sparks Blvd,
Sparks 89436
Billinghurst Middle School, 6685
Chesterfield Lane, Reno, Bus Rt. 4
Clayton Middle School, 1295 Wyoming
Ave., Reno, Bus Rt. 3
Dancin’ Partners, 5301 Longley Lane Suite
# 8, Reno, Bus Rt. 54
Edward Reed High School, 1350 Baring
Blvd., Sparks, Bus Rt.22
Faith Lutheran Church, 2075 West 7th
Street, Reno, NV 89503, Bus Rt. 4
Galena High School, 3600 Butch Cassidy
Dr., Reno
Gold Hill Hotel, 1 Mile south of Virginia
City on Highway 342, Gold Hill, NV 89440
Grand Sierra Resort, 2500 E. Second
Street, Reno, Bus Rts. 14, 14A
Great Basin Brewing Company, 846
Victorian Ave., Sparks, Bus Rts. 2, 11, 11X,
21, 22, 25, 26
Let’s Dance Studio, 1151 N. Rock Blvd.,
Sparks, Bus Rt.25
Nell J. Redfield Building A, 18600 Wedge
Pkwy, Reno
Reno High School, 395 Booth St., Reno,
Bus Rt. 16
Sierra Diving Center, 104 E. Grove St.
Reno, Bus Rt. 1
Silver State National Peace Officers
Museum, 26 South B Street, Virginia City,
NV 89440
Sparks Florist Design Center, 1440
Hymer, Sparks, Bus Rts. 18, 18X
Sparks Middle School, 2275 18th Street
Sparks, NV, Bus Rt. 2
Steinway Piano Center, 500 E. Moana
Lane, Reno, NV 89502, Bus Rt. 6
TMCC IGT Applied Technology Center,
475 Edison Way, Reno, Bus Rt. 14
TMCC Meadowood Center, 5270 Neil Rd.,
Reno, Bus Rts. 6, 9, 54
TMCC High Tech Center at Redfield,
18600 Wedge Pkwy, Reno
TMCC Nell J. Redfield Foundation
Performing Arts Center, 505 Keystone
Avenue, Reno, Bus Rt. 3
TMCC Red Mountain Bldg., 7000 Dandini
Blvd., Reno, Bus Rts. 15, 10
TMCC Vista Bldg, 7000 Dandini Blvd.,
Reno, Bus Rts. 15, 10
Truckee Hotel, 10007 Bridge Street (corner
of Bridge and Donner Pass Road), Truckee,
Calif.
Policies and General Information
Computer and Office Technology
Class Locations
Don’t
spend money on breezy overviews;
really learn about the subjects you are interested in!
You enroll in a class because you want to learn about that topic. Get
the most out of classes that give you a firm foundation in a subject,
not just a light introduction.
Truckee Meadows Community College’s WDCE offers you more indepth noncredit classes, resulting in a better value for your money.
On average, WDCE’s courses are twice as long as our competitor’s
and on an hourly basis, these classes are easier on your wallet.
Furthermore, WDCE offers northern Nevada’s most comprehensive
array of course topics—so you have more subjects to choose from!
Registering is a breeze!
Sign up today! Class sizes are limited to ensure you receive the personal attention you deserve. Note: see course
details for massage, personal trainer, online, and Computer and Office Technology on how to register.
1) Online
• Sign up 24/7 on our secure Web site at http://wdce.tmcc.edu.
• Click on “Classroom Courses”
• Create a new student profile if you haven’t done so before
• Browse the classes and follow the registration prompts
2) Mail
Fill out the form in this course guide and mail it and your payment to
TMCC WDCE, 5270 Neil Road S216, Reno, NV 89502
3) Phone 775-829-9010
4) Fax 775-829-9032
5) Visit Us
Our office is located at 5270 Neil Road, room S216, in Reno.
We are open weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Questions?
Call us at 775-829-9010, e-mail us at wdce@tmcc.edu or visit us at TMCC’s Meadowood Center,
5270 Neil Road, room S216, in Reno.
Registration Form
Name _ _______________________________________________________________________________________
Street Address_____________________________________ City_______________ State_ ______ Zip_______
E-mail Address_ ___________________________________ Birthdate (mm/dd/yy)__________________________
Daytime Phone______________________________________Evening Phone_ ______________________________
1. Class Title___________________________ Beginning Date__________________ Cost $__________________
2. Class Title___________________________ Beginning Date___________________ Cost $_________________
Total Amount $_____________ To pay by credit card, print your card number here: __________________________________________
Credit card expiration date: __________________________ Security Code (back of card): ___________
Make your check payable to the “Board of Regents.” Mail to TMCC WDCE, 5270 Neil Road S216, Reno, NV 89502.
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Register 24/7 at wdce.tmcc.edu