Malcolm X College
Content
Registration & Tuition
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Testing & WIA Information
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College to Careers
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Health Professions Pathways
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Basic Nursing Assistant
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C.P.R. & EMT-B Refresher
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Substance Abuse Counseling
6
ICD-10 Coding for Professionals
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Food Service Sanitation
8
Fitness and Wellness
9
Dance
9
Home Buyers Seminar
10
Constitution Testing
10
Dr. Christopher-Anne Easley
Vice President Academic & Student Affairs
Wellness Center Information
11
(312) 850-7048
crobinson-easley@ccc.edu
Rm. 1100
Adult Education
12-15
Jacquelyn Johnson
(312) 850-7889
Project Coordinator
jrjohnson@ccc.edu
Rm. 2219
Transportation & Parking
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Monique Carter
(312) 850-7348
Program Coordinator
mcarter91@ccc.edu
Rm. 3532
Maria Talavera
(312) 850-7136
College Clerical Asst. II
mtalavera@ccc.edu
Rm. 2218
Yvette Martinez
(312) 850-7136
College Clerical Asst. I
ymartinez7@ccc.edu
Rm. 2217
Holidays
Labor Day
September 1, 2014
Message from the CE Staff
Welcome to the 2014-2015 academic school year. The Continuing
Education department offers many career training, personal enrichment and skill building classes to fit your needs and interest.
If you do not see what you are looking for, feel free to let us know.
We are always seeking new courses that will broaden you horizons.
There is not better time than now to start improving yourself. Discover the possibilities . Register for Continuing Educating course at
Malcolm X College today.
Continuing Education Department
Contact Information
Thanksgiving Day November 27, 2014
Winter Break
December 21, 2014
ccc.edu/malcolmx/continuinged
(312) 850-7136
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Registration & Tuition Information
DON’T BE DISAPPOINTED!
ENROLL EARLY!
Registration is Easy
Visit the Continuing Education Office (Room 2217 or 2218). Individuals may register for a course anytime prior to
three business days before class begins unless alternative arrangements are made. Since many courses fill early,
ensure a seat in the courses you want by registering as soon as possible. A class with insufficient enrollment will
be cancelled two days prior to the start of the class. Students are officially enrolled only when they receive a tuition payment receipt from the Business Office. Instructors will take attendance at class meetings. If you do not
have a receipt, go to the Continuing Education Office for assistance.
Tuition Charges
Tuition for courses CE 014 is $89 per credit hour with a one-time per term non-refundable registration fee of $30.
Out-of-District tuition applies for CE 014 courses. Tuition for all other courses is specified in course description.
Acceptable Forms of Payment
All forms of payment are accepted including cash, money orders, personal checks, Visa or MasterCard. Checks returned for Non-Sufficient (NSF), or stopped payment, will incur a charge to the student of $50. Student who have
once given City Colleges of Chicago one of the preceding checks will not be allowed to make subsequence payment
by check.
Cancellations
You will receive a full refund if the college cancels a course. Please register early to prevent cancellations! A
course with insufficient enrollment will be cancelled approximately three days before the course begins. We will
contact you by phone if your class is cancelled.
Refunds and Withdrawals
Student-initiated Withdrawals
Refunds are issued to eligible students based on the official date of withdrawal. Students must officially
inform the college in person 24 hours before the first class meeting. They must complete a withdrawal form in
room 2217 or 2218. NOTE: You must officially withdraw from a class even if you do not attend.
 100% refund for withdrawal before the first class meeting;
 100% refund for cancelled classes;
 No refund after the first class meeting.
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Testing and W.I.A Information
Testing Information
Students pursuing the Basic Nursing Assistant program may need to take the reading comprehension
placement test. Students will need to come into
room 2217 or 2218 to determine if they need to
take the test. If a student needs to take the test, he
or she will need a testing waiver (received in room
2217or 2218) and his or her State ID, driver’s
license, or another approved form of identification.
Placement testing is conducted in room 1109 during
the following hours:
Monday-Wednesday: 8:30 a.m. — 3:00 p.m.
Thursday: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Friday: 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Get Your Classes Paid Through the
Workforce Investment Act (W.I.A.)
The Workforce Investment Act is a federally funded
program that offers job training and employment services to
qualified adults and youths.
The following Malcolm X programs are W.I.A. Certified:
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Accreditation
Malcolm X College is accredited by the Higher
Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (HLC-NCA)
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HLC-NCA
North LaSalle Street , Chicago, Illinois 60602
Phone (800) 621-7440 ~ (312) 263-0456
Fax (312) 263-7463
PLEASE NOTE: This schedule is published each semester for informational purposes and should not
be regarded as an irrevocable contract between the
student and the college. The college reserves the
right to change, without notice, curriculum course
structure, content, class times, fees, program requirements, and other matters within its control.
Basic Nursing Assistant
EMT/Paramedic
Health Professions
Medical Billing
Medical Coding
Medical Radiologic Technology
Nephrology/Renal Technology
Nursing
Pharmacy Technology
Phlebotomy
Renal Dialysis Technology
Sterile Processing Clinical
Surgical Technology
To receive more information on W.I.A programs at Malcolm
X College contact Jacquelyn Johnson at 312-850-7889 or
come to room 2219.
To apply for W.I.A. visit one of the workforce centers:
 Northside
(773)334-4747
 Pilsen
(312) 243-5100
 Garfield
(773)722-3885
 Mid-South
(773)538-5627
 Soutwest
(773)884-7000
ccc.edu/malcolmx/continuinged (312) 850-7136
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College to Careers
College to Careers
To ensure Chicagoans are prepared for careers in growing
fields and are able to seize the tens of thousands of new job
openings over the next decade, City Colleges have launched
College to Careers (C2C).
The C2C program forges partnerships between City Colleges
and industry leaders to better align City Colleges’ curricula
with the demand in growing fields. These partnerships provide City Colleges’ students access to real-world experience
via teacher-practitioners, internships and top-notch facilities,
and offer City Colleges’ students and graduates a first pass at
job opportunities.
Malcolm X College has been designated as the healthcare
hub for City Colleges. We provide academic instruction and
training in a variety of health care related programs. If you
are interested in enhancing your current skills, changing careers, or would simply like information about our programs, The City Colleges is one of the nine H2P Consortium cofeel free to call or visit Malcolm X College.
grantees. The Department of Labor awarded Consortium
with a grant to design and implement the goals of Health
Professions Pathways (H2P).
Health Professions Pathways
The Healthcare Professions Pathway Consortium was created with a strategic objective to galvanize a national movement to dramatically improve health profession training.
Career opportunities are booming in the healthcare fields and are
expected to grow over coming decades. At Malcolm X College, we
offer comprehensive programs to prepare you for a health care
career.
Malcolm X College Healthcare Programs
Basic Nursing Assistant
Phlebotomy
EMT/Paramedic
Physical Assistant
Medical Billing
Pharmacy Technology
Mortuary Science
Radiography
Health Professions
Respiratory Care
Nursing (AAS)
Sterile Processing Clinical
Nephrology/
Surgical Technology
Renal Technology
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Renal Dialysis
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H2P seeks to increase the attainment of degrees, certificates, and other industry-recognized credential as well as
better prepare the targeted population for high-wage, highskill employment in health professions.
All students are eligible, especially those that are:
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Trade impacted
Veterans
Unemployed
Dislocated
Lower skilled workers
Currently working in the health care field
Current CCC or MXC student who has not been
accepted into a health science program of study
(312) 850-7136
College to Careers
Basic Nursing Assistant Program
This Basic Nursing Assistant (B.N.A.) program is an eight to
ten -week program. Basic principles and procedures of patient care are obtained through lecture and laboratory on
campus and supervised clinical experiences at an offsite
healthcare facility.
The program prepares students to give personal care to patients by helping them meet basic human needs. The nurse
assistant works under the supervision of a registered nurse
and/or licensed practical nurse.
Don’t miss the opportunity for entrance into our competitive BNA program! Please prepare for the COMPASS
reading placement test BEFORE you sit for the exam.
COMPASS is an untimed, computerized test that helps the
City Colleges of Chicago evaluate students’ skills and place
them into the appropriate courses and programs. Does it
pay to invest time in preparing for the COMPASS Placement Test? You bet! You need to know what to expect….so there are no surprise on test day. If you have
questions about the placement test contact MXC Testing
Department (312) 850-7238. Good Luck!
Class Schedule and Completion Requirements
B.N.A. is approved by the Illinois Department of Public
Health (IDPH) for Nurse Assistant Certificate. Students who
complete the program must successfully pass a stateapproved competency exam to become certified as a Nurse
Assistant in the State of Illinois.
Admission Requirements:
 Attain an acceptable score on the reading section of the
COMPASS test;
 Sign a disclosure and authorization approval form for a
fingerprint and background check;
 Have a valid Social Security card;
 Updated physical examination within a year.
Lifting of patients is one of the required skills. If you are
pregnant or under a doctor’s care, you should consult your
doctor BEFORE registering for this class.
The Basic Nursing Assistant program is a Workforce Investment Act (W.I.A.) approved program. For more information
on W.I.A., please refer to page 3; B.N.A. Program is not eligible for financial aid.
Westside Learning Center — 4624 W Madison (9 Weeks)
 09/08/14— 11/07/14
Day
 10/13/14—12/13/14
Day and Evening
Dates and times are subject to change
In order for you to successfully complete, you must fulfill the
following:
 Attend all classes and clinical rotations;
 Successfully complete all classroom and clinical
components of the program;
 Pass all clinical procedures and final examination.
Program Costs and Fees: (In-District fees)
Cost is subject to change without notification.
 Tuition & Registration Fee:
 CPR Certification
 State Criminal Background:
 State Competency Fee:
Estimated Program Cost:
$920*
$15**
$29**
$65**
$1,029*
*Total does not include uniforms, books, or medical
equipment.
** Expenses
1. The $15 money order fee for CPR Training is payable to:
For more information or to register for the program please
MCX-EMT Department.
2. State Criminal Background check Fee payable to Accucontact the Program Coordinator, Monique Carter, at
rate Biometrics must be paid in cash.
(312) 850-7348 or by email mcarter91@ccc.edu.
3. The State Exam fee payable by money order to SIUC will
be collected during class.
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College to Careers
C.P.R. (American Heart Association)
C.P.R.
(American Heart Association)
You will learn and be trained to pass the American Heart
Association’s cardiopulmonary resuscitation (C.P.R.) exam. Direct questions to (312) 850-7410 or (312) 8507124.
08/30
09/27
10/25
11/22
12/20
Sa
Sa
Sa
Sa
Sa
9:30 a.m.— 2:30 p.m.*
9:30 a.m.— 2:30 p.m.*
9:30 a.m.— 2:30 p.m.*
9:30 a.m.— 2:30 p.m.*
9:30 a.m.— 2:30 p.m.*
You will learn and be trained to pass the American Heart Association’s cardiopulmonary resuscitation (C.P.R.) exam. Direct questions to 312.850.7410 or 312.850.7124.
This
class 1/30
equips the student
and knowledge
41539:
Sa with the tools
9:30am-2:30pm
needed
provide appropriate
assessment9:30am-2:30pm
and treatment for
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Sa
2619
allRoom:
levels of
substance abuse and support clients $45*
in short or
*Material
and
completion
card
are
an
additional
$5
and
long term. The instructor Roland Grant will educatedoes
younot
on
include the book, Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers
alcohol and substance abuse. Students can either earn 24
which is available in the bookstore or online. Keep your records to
CEUs
orpayment
use theand
education
hours to
apply
for certification
as
verify
you will receive
your
CPR card
from AHA upon
ancompletion.
alcohol or drug substance abuse counselor.
Substance Abuse Counseling
Emergency Dispatcher
08/30-10/11
Sa 911 9:00 a.m.— 12:30 p.m.
Let
Jamilah
Scott
provide
the a.m.—
basic tools
to Emergency
10/25-12/13
Sa you with
9:00
12:30
p.m.
Services Telecommunication. You will be exposed to samples of
Room:
TBD
$125
frequently-used state-of-the-art computer equipment and learn
call-taking
dispatch
terminology
andAlcohol
radio etiquette
Please
note,and
in order
to skills,
become
a Certified
and and
the state
national
law enforcement
database.
Other
Drugand
Abuse
Counselor
in Illinois,computer
a candidate
must com44423: 1/20-3/17
W
5:30pm-9:30pm
at least 225 hours of education training in subject areas
**Students must arrive on time and attend entire class in plete
Room: 3539
$600
order to receive card. No students will be allowed in after that specifically relate to the practice and understanding of
substance
abuse Sanitation
counseling. Certification
9:30 a.m.
Food Service
Room: 2619
$45**
**Material and completion card are an additional $5
and does not include the book, Basic Life Support for
Health Care Providers, ISBN 978-616690397 which is
available online. Keep your records to verify payment
and you will receive your CPR card from AHA upon completion.
EMT-B Refresher
This 24 hour EMT-B Refresher Training session is designed
to ensure individual competency for the practicing EMT-B
and is intended for the licensed EMT-B.
Call 312.850.7410 EMS Department for days and times.
Remember…...Enroll Early!!!!
DON’T BE DISAPPOINTED!!!!
Classes with insufficient enrollment will be cancelled two days prior to the start of the class.
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Prepare yourself to be certified or recertified by the City of Chicago and the State of Illinois in Food Service Sanitation, including
training and certifying food vendors for outdoor festivals. Janet
Klich will emphasize food protection through sanitation training.
Successful completion of the course’s qualifying exam prepares
you for the city certification exam.
40811: 2/2-3/16
Tu
6pm-9pm*
Room: 3109
$135**
*Students must attend all classes to fulfill the number of contact
hours and testing requirements.
**Exam fee and the book, Essentials of Serving Safe Food
(available in the bookstore or online) are not included.
Malcolm
X College
will and
no longer
have a
Pathology
Assistant:
Morgue
Necropsy*
Examine all aspects
of pathology
fromColleges
evaluation of
to
bookstore
on site.
The City
ofdisease
Chicago
toxicology reports, autopsies, and instrumentation. Then learn
has partnered with AKAdemo, an Online
government regulations that are applicable to the recovery of
pathologicalBookstore
discoveries. and Marketplace.
41620: 1/20-3/10
W
5:30pm-8:30pm
Shop early and save
Room: 3230
$225
*Prerequisite
to take this course: Currently enrolled or completed
http://citycolleges.textbookx.com
a Health Career program major.
For any questions please email
help@textbookx.com
(312) 850-7136
Careers in Health & Safety. Workforce Investment Act Information.
College to Careers
Get Your Classes Paid for Through the
Health
Occupational
Test
Workforce
Investment
Act (W.I.A.)
Preparation
Malcolm X College has gotten classes approved for students to take advantage of the Workforce Investment Act
New!
Test
Preparation
and theHealth
grants Occupation
it provides. The
following
programs have
Review
classes for W.I.A.
nursing
and allied health program
been approved
at MXC:
 Certified
Nursing
Assistant to
(C.N.A.)
applicants
who
are preparing
take the Test of

Computerized
Medical
Billing
andTaking
Coding the review
Essential Academic Skills (TEAS).
 Emergency
course
does notDispatcher
guarantee911
acceptance into the nursing
For more information and to apply for W.I.A., contact
or any other allied health program at City Colleges of
Tranese Walker at 312.850.7452 or one of the other
Chicago but it can greatly increase your chance if you
workforce centers listed below.
are thoroughly prepared. This Workshop will focus ex Northside
773.334.4747
clusively
on
the
Reading
component
of the TEAS.
 Pilsen
312.243.5100
 Garfield
773.722.3885
Call (312)
850-7136
for
more
information
Mid-South
773.538.5627
Room
TBD
 Southwest
773.884.7000 $20.00
Personal Fitness Trainer: Certification Prep
Security Officer Training
The following security officer training classes and trainings are
taught at the West Side Learning Center. Individual classes are
listed below with their course numbers.
Unarmed Security
This 20-hour basic training is an introduction to public security
basic patrol tactics.
Necessary Classes: 40818 and 40819
$183*
*Application fee for the PERC card is not included.
Armed Security
This 20-hour basic and firearm training covers criminal law for
police industrial patrol tactics. Must have a valid PERC.
Necessary Classes: 40820 and 40821
$183*
*Range fee is not included but payable at the range.
ICD-10–CM Coding
for
Healthcare
Professionals
Armed
Security
This 40-hour training covers all classes offered in both the unarmed
and armed
trainings.education courses are designed to
These
series
of continuing
Necessary
Classes: 40818,
40819, 40820
and 40821 $341
help
train healthcare
professionals
in understanding
the or-
You will learn theoretical knowledge and practical skills to prepare ganization and structure of ICD-10. Students are required to
Introduction
Security
knowledgeto
of Public
anatomy
and physiology, medical terminolfor the American Council on Exercise national certification exam in have
Instructed
by
Earl
Key.
personal training. Instructor Roy Walker, III will cover guidelines ogy,
ICD-CM, and CPT. Earn up to 15 CEUs.
Career
Planning,
Placement
& con40818: 2/22-2/25
M/Tu/W/Th
6pm-9:30pm
for instructing
safe, effective,
and purposeful
exercises,
Resource
Center
ducting health and fitness
assessments,
and designing and implementing appropriate exercise programs.
Do You Want to Work and Build a Career?
Call for dates
$299*
*Does
not include
the books,
ACE
Personal
Trainer
Manual,
Prepare
and Launch
your
career
through
Soft
Skill 3rd
edition, and ACE Personal Trainer Master the Manual Workbook,
Training.
Soft Skill
workshops
designed to
which
are available
in the
bookstoreare
or online.
ICD-10 CM Coding Conventions and Coding Guidelines
(3Basic
CEUs)Patrol Tactics
Instructed by Earl Key. W
09/16/14
6:00 p.m.—9: 00 p.m.
40819:
3/1-3/4
M/Tu/W/Th
6pm-9:30pm
Room TBD
$180.00
provide extensive training to Healthcare Profession
Criminal
Law
for the Police
ICD-10
CM for
Beginners
(4 CEUs)
Seeking Students to ensure you will be able to meet
Instructed
by
Earl
Key.
09/30/14
W
6:00 p.m.—10:00 p.m.
Instructor Roland Grant will educate you on alcohol and sub40820:
3/8-3/11
M/Tu/W/Th
6pm-9:30pm
the
demands
of
providing
quality
services
in
the
$180.00
stance abuse. Students can either earn 24 CEUs or use the educa- Room TBD
healthcare
profession.
tion hours to apply for certification as an alcohol or drug sub-
Substance Abuse Counseling
stance abuse counselor.
For information on workshops contact:
40107: 1/23-3/6
Sa
9am-12:30pm
Toya Johnson
Room: 2512
$125*
312-850-7267
40112: 1/27-3/17
W
5pm-8pm
tjohnson61@ccc.edu
Room: 2539
$125*
*Does not include book, Loosening the Grip: A Handbook of Alcohol Information, 9th edition, which is available in the bookstore or
online.
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Industrial
Patrol Tactics
ICD-10
CM Intermediate
(4 CEUs)
Instructed
by
Earl
Key.
10/14/14
W
6:00 p.m.—10:00 p.m.
40821:
3/15-3/18
M/Tu/W/Th
6pm-9:30pm
Room TBD
$180.00
ICD-10 CM Advanced (4 CEUs)
10/28/14
Room TBD
W
6:00 p.m.—10:00 p.m.
$180.00
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850-7136
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312.850.7136
312.850.7136
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Careers in Health & Safety. Workforce Investment Act Information.
College to Career
Get Your Classes Paid for Through the
Food Workforce
Service Sanitation
Investment Act (W.I.A.)
Certification
Malcolm X College has gotten classes approved for students to take advantage of the Workforce Investment Act
Prepare yourself to be certified or recertified by the City of
and the grants it provides. The following programs have
Chicago and the State of Illinois in Food Service Sanitation,
been approved for W.I.A. at MXC:
including training and certifying food vendors for outdoor
 Certified Nursing Assistant (C.N.A.)
festivals. Lee Jamison will emphasize food protection
 Computerized Medical Billing and Coding
through sanitation training. Successful completion of the
 Emergency Dispatcher 911
course’s qualifying exam prepares you for the city certificaFor more information and to apply for W.I.A., contact
tion exam.
Tranese Walker at 312.850.7452 or one of the other
workforce centers listed
09/05—09/06
F/Sbelow.10:00 a.m.—3:00 p.m.
 Northside
773.334.4747
10/03—10/04
F/S
10:00
a.m.—3:00 p.m.

Pilsen
312.243.5100
11/14—11/15
F/S
10:00 a.m.—3:00 p.m.

Garfield
773.722.3885
12/12—12/13
F/S
10:00
a.m.—3:00 p.m.

Mid-South
773.538.5627
Room: TBD
$175
 Southwest
773.884.7000
*Students must attend all classes to fulfill the number of
contact
hours
and testing
requirements.
Personal
Fitness
Trainer:
Certification Prep
Security Officer Training
The following security officer training classes and trainings are
taught at the West Side Learning Center. Individual classes are
listed below with their course numbers.
Training for Excellence in Today’s
Competitive Job Market
Security
InUnarmed
today’s tough
economic times it is vital to have skill
This 20-hour basic training is an introduction to public security
sets that enables one to forge ahead successfully in the
basic patrol tactics.
job
market. The primary goals of this series are to assist
Necessary Classes: 40818 and 40819
individuals
in assessing their current skill sets, $183*
sharpening
*Application fee for the PERC card is not included.
their resume writing skills, and acquiring the ability to
properly and effectively “brand” themselves.
Armed Security
This 20-hour basic and firearm training covers criminal law for
police industrial patrol tactics. Must have a valid PERC.
Resume
Writing for the 21st Century
Necessary Classes: 40820 and 40821
$183*
Do*Range
you know
what
the
first
step
is
in
getting
an
interview?
fee is not included but payable at the range.
Effectively marketing yourself on your resume is probably the
most important first step. Join us for a lively resume writing
Armed Security
workshop which will cover how to successfully market your
This 40-hour training covers all classes offered in both the unaccomplishments on your resume to get your foot in the door
and armed trainings.
forarmed
an interview.
Necessary Classes: 40818, 40819, 40820 and 40821 $341
Call (312) 850-7136 for more information
You will learn theoretical knowledge and practical skills to prepare Room TBD
**Exam
fee ($35)Council
and textbook,
Food Manager
for the American
on ExerciseServSafe
national certification
exam in Introduction to Public Security
Certification
6th
ed.
not
included
in
cost
of
the
course.
Instructed by Earl Key.
personal training. Instructor Roy Walker, III will cover guidelines
Students are required to purchase the textbook and read Writing Effective Cover Letters
40818: 2/22-2/25
M/Tu/W/Th
6pm-9:30pm
for instructing safe, effective, and purposeful exercises, conthe first 10 chapters prior to attending the first class.
ducting health and fitness assessments, and designing and imple- Do employers read cover letter? What should I include to inmenting appropriate exercise programs.
crease
chances
of getting an interview ? Is it OK to write a
Basicmy
Patrol
Tactics
standard
cover letter and use it every time I apply for a job?
Call for dates
$299*
Instructed by Earl Key.
Get
the
answers
to these questions and many others about
*Does not include the books, ACE Personal Trainer Manual, 3rd
40819: 3/1-3/4
M/Tu/W/Th
6pm-9:30pm
how
to
be
as
effective
as possible in your job search.
edition,
Personal
Trainer
Master the
Manual Workbook,
Cityand
ofACE
Chicago
Food
Sanitation
Certification
which are available in the bookstore or online.
Call (312) 850-7136 for more information
City of Chicago Food Sanitation Certification Office is
Criminal Law for the Police
Room
TBD
now located at Malcolm X College in Room 0214
Instructed by Earl Key.
Instructor Roland Grant will educate you on alcohol and sub40820: 3/8-3/11
M/Tu/W/Th
6pm-9:30pm
(Concourse Level)
stance abuse. Students can either earn 24 CEUs or use the educaUsing Linkedin to Improve your Job Search
Substance Abuse Counseling
tion hours to apply for certification as an alcohol or drug subRecruiter
tell Patrol
us theyTactics
are using Linkedin as a primary resource
Contact
information:
Industrial
stance
abuse
counselor.
to
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field
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companies
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find
jobs. Un40112: 1/27-3/17
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evaluate
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online
presence
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Room: 2539
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Office Hours:
actions you can take to make a positive impression
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9:00 a.m.— 5:00 p.m.
hol Information, 9th edition, which is available in the bookstore or Call (312) 850-7136 for more information
Saturday & Sunday
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Fitness and Wellness
Just Breathe: A Mindfulness and
Wellness Workshop
The benefits of dance:
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Helps with stabilization
Gain control of body
Can be empowering
Increases cognitive comprehension
Chinese Traditional & Folk Dance
A fusion of body training and flexibility with graceful
and rhythmic movements come together in Chinese
dance. International performer Di Yu will instruct you in
this dance class.
For Adults
08/19-10/07
10/14-12/02
08/20-10/08
10/15-12/03
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Room: 0501
For Children Basic
08/22-10/17
10/16-12/05
Room: 0501
Intermediate
08/22-10/17
10/16-12/05
Room: 0501
7:00 p.m.— 9:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m.— 9:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m.— 9:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m.— 9:00 p.m.
$95
F
F
5:30 p.m.— 6:30 p.m.
5:30 p.m.— 6:30 p.m.
$70
F
F
7:00 p.m.— 9:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m.— 9:00 p.m.
$95
Practicing mindfulness is a holistic lifestyle approach in
which one adopts healthy habits, better interpersonal relationships and a sense of service for others. This lifestyle
has a positive effect on one’s physical, mental, and social
health these attributes can possible lead urban community
members to attain flexibility in personality traits and hence
lead to the ability to adjust in different situations. Take
charge of your health and healing. Learn how to promote
wellness, balance, and health in all aspects of your daily life
Call 312.850.7136 for dates and times
Room: TBD
$25
Yoga
Fitness yoga is designed to appeal to all ages and abilities. In this course students will study the physical and
philosophical foundations of Yoga, the ancient art of
unifying the body and mind. Fitness yoga will use postures to increase flexibility and strength; improve balance and posture, learn breathing techniques to relax
the mind and the body.
Call 312.850.7136 for dates and times
Room: TBD
$60
Zumba
Dance your way into fitness! This Latin based dance is
fun and provides great health benefits. You will be
guided through a series of dance steps such as salsa,
meringue, and reggae while incorporating exercises
such as knee lifts, squats, and bicep curls. You’ll have
so much fun doing Zumba you’ll forget the fitness benefit.
Call 312.850.7136 for dates and times
Room: TBD
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Personal Interest
Remember…….Enroll Early!!!
Remember…...Enroll Early!!!!
Don’t Be Disappointed
DON’T BE DISAPPOINTED!!!!
Sometimes we have to cancel classes due to
Sometimes
webefore
have the
to cancel
classes
low enrollment
schedule
class day.
due
to low
before theis to regThe best
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to not be disappointed
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wait until
minute.
scheduled
class
The the
bestlast
way
to not
Classes
are canceled the
week
beforeearly
the start
to
be disappointed
is to
register
date so please try to register as early as possiand not wait until the last minute.
ble to guarantee the class will run.
Home Buyers Seminar
This is a FREE seminar offered by Bethel New Life’s Family
Economic Success. Get expert advice from a credit counselor, realtor, mortgage lender, real estate attorney, and a
home inspector. Call for further information (773) 8268121.
09/13
10/11
11/08
12/13
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Sa
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Classes are cancelled the week before
the start date so please try to register
early as possible to guarantee the class
will run.
9:30 a.m.— 4:00 p.m.
9:30 a.m.— 4:00 p.m.
9:30 a.m.— 4:00 p.m.
9:30 a.m.— 4:00 p.m.
FREE
Testing
Constitution Testing
IMPORTANT TUTION NOTE
You are responsible for all tuition and fees for
the class(es) you register for unless you
officially withdraw before class begins.
If payment is not received, you will be
dropped from the class(es) automatically.
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The Constitution test is offered to anyone, not just Malcolm X students. A photo ID is required at the time of registration.
09/02—12/17
09/04—12/18
09/05—12/19
M-W
Th
F
8:30 a.m.— 3:00 p.m.
8:30 a.m.— 5:00 p.m.
8:30 a.m.— 2:00 p.m.
Room: 1109
Free
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Adult Education
FREE Adult Basic Education, GED Prep & ESL Classes
Malcolm X College’s Adult Education Program offers preparatory classes for students seeking to take the General Education Development (GED) Exam, to become proficient in English as a Second Language (ESL), or to take the U.S. Constitution Test.
Mission
Hours of Operations
To provide educational programs that help
adults become literate, learn English as a
second language, obtain a GED credential,
and gain the knowledge, skills, and guidance
necessary for transition to college and
career pathways
Monday-Thursday 8:30 a.m.— 6:00 p.m.
Friday
8:30 a.m.— 5:00 p.m.
Saturday
9:00 a.m.—1:00 p.m.
Malcolm X College (main campus)
(312) 850-7300
Room 2308
West Side Learning Center (WSLC)
(312) 850-7420
Room 124
Dr. Mario Jackson
Dean
Pamela Lynch
Associate Dean
Lillian Bell
Manager
Diane Brandon
Coordinator, Early School Leaver Transition Program
Ted Fields
Transition Specialist
Lee Willis
Transition Specialist
Raeann Caldwell
College Administrative Assistant I
Felicia Welch
College Clerical Assistant II (WSLC)
For information, email us at mxcadulteducation@ccc.edu or call (312) 850-7300
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Adult Education - Testing & Registration
Adult Education Testing and Registration
Fall 2014
Testing Location:
Testing Dates:
Testing Times:
Malcolm X College, 1900 W. Van Buren, Room 2239
July 8-26,2014; August 5-21, 2014
September 23—October 4, 2014; October 14, 2014
ABE/GED/ESL
Tuesday & Thursday
Saturday
3:30 p.m.
8:30 a.m.
Constitution Testing: (main campus only)
Monday & Wednesday
1:00 p.m.
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Testing Location:
Testing Dates:
Testing Times:
West Side Learning Center, 4624 West Madison Street, Room 117
July 7-25, 2014; August 4-20, 2014
September 22– October 4-20, 2014; October 13-15, 2014
ABE/GED
Monday
3:30 p.m.
Wednesday & Friday 9:00 a.m.
TESTING AND REGISTRATION WILL BE HELD AT THE LOCATIONS, TIMES, AND DAYS
LISTED ABOVE. ADDITIONAL TESTING AND REGISTRATION WILL ALSO
BE HELD AT THE SITES LISTED BELOW: (contact sites for times and days)
• Northwestern University Settlement House
• Westtown Coalition
• Learning Center
• Haymarket Center
• Spencer Technology Academy
• SEIU
• Westside Health Authority
• Garfield Park Worship Center
• Lawndale Christian Development Corp.
• JLM Abundant Life Center
IMPORTANT NOTE:
(773) 278-7471
(773) 235-2144
(773) 277-3111
(312) 226-7984
(773) 534-6150, ext. 61531
(312) 980-9000
(773) 786-0226, ext. 2107
(773) 638-7866
(773) 762-8893
(773) 826-3064
Students ages 16 or 17 must submit a release letter from the last school attended prior to
testing and registration. Please plan to stay 2 or more hours for placement testing and
registration.
Residency Verification Includes one of the following:
*Valid State of Illinois ID;
*Matricula Consular ID
*Valid Driver’s License; or
*If the above ID is not current, you will also need to bring one of the following:
* Current Voter Registration Card; *Current Public Aid Card;
* Current Medical Card; or Current Utility Bill
For information, email us at mxcadulteducation@ccc.edu or call (312) 850-7300
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Adult Education - Local Community Partners
Malcolm X College has partnerships with local community organizations to offer Adult
Education classes. Please contact one of the sites below for additional information:
The Learning Center
2153 S. Millard
Chicago, IL 60623
(773) 277-3111
Northwestern University
Settlement House
1400 W. Augusta
Chicago, IL 60622
(773) 278-7471
Metropolitan Correctional Center
(site not open to the public)
71 W. Van Buren
Chicago, IL 60605
(312) 322-0567
Spencer Technology Academy
214 N. Lavergne
Chicago, IL 60644
(773) 534-6150
Day Reporting Center
(site not open to the public)
2700 S. California
Chicago, IL 60623
(773) 890-6911
Garfield Park Worship Center
4100 W. Jackson Street
Chicago, IL 60624
(773) 638-7866
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Haymarket Center
108 N. Sangamon
Chicago, IL 60607
(312) 226-7984
Westtown Coalition
3501 W. Armitage
Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 235-2144
Westside Health Authority
5816 W. Division Street
Chicago, IL 60651
(773)786-0226, ext.2107
SEIU
2229 S. Halsted
Chicago, IL 60608
(312) 221-6956
Lawndale Christian Development
Corporation
3843 W. Ogden
Chicago, IL 60623
(773) 762-8893
JLM
2622 W. Jackson
Chicago, IL 60612
(773) 826-3064
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Adult Education - Additional Information
Early School Leaver Transition Program
The Early School Leaver Transition Program (ESLTP) is a FREE, state-funded, cooperative
vocational education program designed for students who did not complete high school
and who are between the ages of 16 – 21. The program also assists students with reentry into the educational system and with job placement.
Students must score a 9.0 or higher on the TABE reading placement exam to qualify for
the Early School Leaver Transition Program; transportation benefits are available for
students who qualify.
Contact Diane Brandon at (312) 850-7269 or by email at dbrandon3@ccc.edu for more
information.
Transition to the Next Level
College2Careers—Healthcare Bridge
Gateway
I-Pathways (Online GED Classes)
Specialized Tutorial Services
Malcolm X College Adult Education classes are preparatory classes guiding students to
successfully pass the GED exam. For more information and locations on where to take
the GED exam, go to ged.com
For information email us at mxcadulteducation@ccc.edu or call (312) 850-7300
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Transportation and Parking
MXC is very accessible to public transportation. The 126 Jackson and 50 Damen bus lines both
have stops at MXC. Additionally, students and visitors can get off at the Blue Line – Medical Center stop and walk across the street.
Parking is FREE for all registered students and visitors. Students must register their vehicle with
the security office to receive a parking permit. This fall, Malcolm X began the first phase of construction for the new and improved Malcolm X College Campus. The state-of-the-art learning facility will feature smart classrooms, labs, a new library, and a 1,500 space parking garage. Alternative arrangements have been planned for employees, students, and visitors.
On most days, you will have TWO options for parking:
IMD Option
Lot K Option
Illinois Medical District (IMD) Lot
at 13th and Leavitt.
United Center Lot K on Adams Street.
A shuttle will be provided to help you travel
between Malcolm X College and IMD Lot.
Day
When will
the lot be
open?
Monday - Friday
7 AM – 10 PM
Shuttle
Service
Located one block north of Malcolm X College.
The daily hours of operations for Lot K will vary
based on United Center’s schedule events. Malcolm X College will use a color-coded parking status system to help you make the best parking
decision to accommodate your schedule.
Color
8 AM – 2 PM
Sunday and days
when classes are
not in session.
Closed
No shuttle
service
Where should I
park?
United Center Lot K
will be open from
7am–10 pm.
United Center
Lot K
Yellow
United Center Lot K
will be open from
7am – 3pm.
If you plan to leave
after 3 pm, park at
IMD. If you park in
United Center
Lot K, you must be
out before 3 pm.
Red
United Center Lot K
will be closed.
IMD Lot
Green
Continuous
service during
lot hours
Saturday
When will the lot
be open?
Please visit www.ccc.edu/parking or call (312) 850-7168 for more information.
Public Transportation
Malcolm X College is easily accessible by multiple public transportation options,
including CTA Blue Line — Medical Center train station, Bus routes: 126 Jackson,
and 50 Damen
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