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WELCOME TO THE ALLIANCE LIVE! CLASS SCHEDULE
You may sign up for classes in any time zone. Choose whatever time fits your schedule best. If you live in the
Central or Mountain Time Zone, please sign up for classes, just remember to adjust the time to your location.
(Note: If the scheduled times won’t work for you then please let us know by emailing to lms@employeegrowth.com. We need your
feedback to determine the most convenient time for the most people.)
Sign up at the following address: http://207.242.156.40/stc/alliancelive/cstMainMenu_n.htm
Most classes consist of multiple 3-hour evening sessions. For example, if the class has a total of 9 hours, then the
class will consist of three 3-hour sessions. If a class has a total of 15 hours, then the class will consist of five 3hour sessions. Saturday classes will have hours specified.
Registration for a class ends about 7 days before the first day of class, so we will have enough time to send you a
headset and books or other materials. Software, books, and materials are included with the class at no charge
to the participant.
Summary of Classes – Through January, 2016
Eastern
9:00 AM
10:00 AM
11:00 AM
7:00 PM
8:00 PM
Central
8:00 AM
9:00 AM
10:00 AM
6:00 PM
7:00 PM
Mountain
7:00 AM
8:00 AM
9:00 AM
5:00 PM
6:00 PM
Start Date
Time
Time
Zone
Dates
Days
12/21/15
7pm-10pm
Eastern
December 21
Monday
12/21/15
7pm-10pm
Eastern
December 21
Pacific
6:00 AM
7:00 AM
8:00 AM
4:00 PM
5:00 PM
Course Title
HRS.
Cozi – The Free App to Bring Order to Everyday Life
3
Monday
Managing Your Finances with Quicken
3
Tuesday
Your Computer Has Been Hacked! How to Clean it
Up and Keep it Clean
3
12/22/15
7pm-10pm
Eastern
December 22
12/28/15
7pm-10pm
Eastern
December 28, 29
Mon/Tues
Introduction to Google Docs
6
01/04/16
8pm-10pm
Eastern
January 4, 6, 8
Mon, Wed, Fri
Housing and Taxes – Why Didn’t I Learn THAT in
Math?
6
01/04/16
8pm-11pm
Eastern
Mon/Tue/Wed/Thu
Programming Fundamentals: Javascript Part 1 & 2
24
01/05/16
7pm-10pm
Eastern
January 4, 5, 6, 7, 25, 26,
27, 28
January 5, 6, 7, 11, 12,
13, 14
Tue/Wed/Thu/Mon/Tu
e/Wed/Thu
Digital Photo Editing with Adobe Photoshop Elements
14, Part 1 & 2
21
01/06/16
7pm-10pm
Eastern
January 6
Wed
3
01/07/16
6pm-9pm
Central
January 7
Thurs
TMT III Work Orientation and Customer Service Skills
- Targeted Test Prep
Working with iPads
01/08/16
7pm-10pm
Eastern
January 8
Fri
Prepare Your 2015 Taxes with Turbotax
3
01/09/16
9am-noon
Central
January 9
Sat
Microsoft OneNote
3
01/11/16
6pm-9pm
Central
January 11, 12, 14
Mon, Tue, Thu
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
9
01/11/16
7pm-9pm
Eastern
Mon's
7:30pm10pm
Eastern
The Twilight Zone: From Story to Film to Graphic
Novel with Rod Serling
The Alliance Accounting Certificate Program: Step 1:
Overview of Accounting: Fun & Easy
8
01/12/16
January 11,25, February
1,8
January 12, 14, 19, 21,
26, 28
01/12/16
7pm-10pm
Eastern
January 12
Tue
01/13/16
6pm-9pm
Central
January 13, 15
Wed, Fri
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Tue, Thu
Financial Education: Retirement Planning for AT&T
Employees
Knock ’em Dead – The Ultimate Job Search Guide
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01/13/16
7pm-10pm
Central
January 13
Wed
Turbo Tax
3
01/13/16
7pm-10pm
Eastern
01/14/16
7pm-10pm
Central
January 13
Wed
Get Your Will in Place with Willmaker
3
January 14
Thurs
How to Upgrade to Windows 10
3
01/14/16
7pm-10pm
Eastern
January 14
Thurs
Prepare Your 2015 Taxes with Turbotax
3
01/15/16
7pm-8:30pm
Eastern
January 15
Fri
Coolest Tech Developments on Tap for 2016
1.5
01/16/16
9am-12pm
Eastern
January 16
Sat
Prepare Your 2015 Taxes with Turbotax
3
01/16/16
9am-1pm
Eastern
January 16
Sat
Power Up Your Job Search with LinkedIn
4
01/16/16
9am-2pm
Central
January 16,23,30,
February 6,13,20,27,
March 5
Sats
Web Design Certificate Program
40
01/18/16
6pm-8pm
Central
January 18, 19
Mon, Tue
Windows 7 Basics and File Management
4
01/18/16
7pm-10pm
Eastern
January 18, 19, 20, 21
Mon/Tue/Wed/Thu
Microsoft Word Step by Step Parts 1 & 2
12
01/19/16
6pm-9pm
Central
January 19, 21, 26
Tue, Thu
9
01/19/16
7pm-10pm
Eastern
January 19
Tues
The Basics of Buying and Selling Residential Real
Estate
Savvy Social Security Planning
01/19/16
7pm-10pm
Eastern
January 19
Tues
Cut The Cord! The Time for Internet TV and Movies
Has Arrived!
3
01/20/16
7pm-10pm
Central
January 20,25
Wed/Mon
Event Planning Certificate Program: Event Planning
Fundamentals
6
01/20/16
7pm-10pm
Eastern
January 20, 25, 27,
February 1, 3
Wed, Mon
TQT 1 Introduction to Electricity and Electronics Targeted Test Prep
15
01/20/16
7pm-10pm
Eastern
January 20, 21
Wed/Thu
Windows 10 Essentials
6
01/21/16
7pm-10pm
Eastern
January 21
Thurs
3
01/22/16
7pm-8:30pm
Eastern
January 22
Fri
How To Maximize Your Social Security: A Follow up
to Savvy Social Security Planning
Emergency Preparedness: Building a 72 Hour Kit
1.5
01/23/16
9am-noon
Eastern
January 23
Sat
Finding College Scholarship Money
3
01/25/16
7pm-10pm
Central
Mon/Wed
Project +
40
01/25/16
7pm-9:30pm
Eastern
January 25,27, February
1,3,8,10,15,17,22,24,29,(
7pm-10pm) March 2,7
(7pm-10:30pm)
January 25, 27, 29,
February 1
Mon, Wed, Fri
TMT III Problem-Solving Processes and Skills Targeted Test Prep
10
01/26/16
7pm-10pm
Eastern
January 26
Tues
Prepare Your 2015 Taxes with Turbotax
3
01/26/16
7pm-9pm
Eastern
Tues
Digital Photography Certificate: Photoshop Essentials
10
01/27/16
7pm-10pm
Eastern
January 26, February
2,9,16,23
January 27
Wed
Securing Your Identity: On Your Computer and Online
3
01/27/16
7pm-9pm
Central
January 27,28
Wed/Thurs
Event Planning Certificate Program: Contracts
Essentials
4
01/28/16
7pm-10pm
Eastern
January 28
Thurs
Poetry Writing Certificate Program: The Sonnet
3
01/28/16
7pm-10pm
Eastern
January 28
Thurs
3
01/28/16
7pm-9pm
Eastern
January 28
Thurs
Keeping Your Stuff in Sync (Computer, Tablet,
Phone)
Keeping Up with Your Stuff – Home Inventory
Management
01/29/16
7pm-8:30pm
Eastern
January 29
Fri
Emergency Preparedness: Creating an Evacuation
and Communication Plan
1.5
01/30/16
9am-12pm
Eastern
January 30
Sat
Prepare Your 2015 Taxes with Turbotax
3
01/30/16
9am-noon
Central
January 30
Sat
Turbo Tax
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Coolest Tech Developments on Tap for 2016
2016 promises to be another banner year for tech development. Come and get an overview of the biggest tech trends for the year!
The list includes: 5G LTE, 4K television, Gigabit Internet access, self-driving cars, and much, much, more. Tech impacts everything we
do, so make sure you know what will be happening in 2016! 1.5 hours.
Cozi – The Free App to Bring Order to the Chaos of Everyday Family Life
Work, school, appointments, meetings, after-school activities — still trying to coordinate it all? Cozi is a free, easy-to-use service that
offers a shared family calendar, lists, and messaging to keep your busy family organized. This user-friendly platform works on all
devices from smartphones to desktops it syncs all computers in the household with everyone’s mobile phone on one account. A colorcoded calendar, lists, reminders, and schedule changes can be viewed by everyone in the family. And Cozi also provides the ability to
message everyone, on all platforms at the same time. This course shows you everything you need to know to setup your account, sync
all your devices, and begin using all the features available. 3 hours / Prerequisite: None
Topics:
• Choosing the Download or Web application and Account Set-up
• Syncing All Your Devices
• Color-Coded Family Calendar and Everyday Language Support
• Coordinating with your other Computer Calendars
• Text and Email Message Reminders
• Messaging the Family
• Family-photo Collage Screen Saver
• Menus and Shopping Lists
• Exploring the Features on Cozi’s Facebook and Web Pages
• Other Features Available with the Premium, Gold Account
Cut The Cord! The Time for Internet TV and Movies Has Arrived!
Every day more and more television content is posted on the Internet and can be watched free! Come and learn how to legitimately
access the best TV and movie content on the web. Web listing included. 1.5 hours.
Digital Photo Editing with Adobe Photoshop Elements 14, Part 1 & 2
Did you know that Photoshop Elements has over 90 percent of the features of regular Photoshop, at a fraction of the cost? Yes, you can
become an excellent photo editor with Elements. Come and learn the basics. By the time you are through, you, your friends and family
will be amazed at what you can do! Book and software included. Visit http://www.adobe.com/products/photoshopelements.html?promoid=DJDWS
21 hours, PC and Mac compatible.
Digital Photography Certificate: Photoshop Essentials
This is Module 3 of the Digital Photography Certificate Program: Basic Digital Photography.
Digital cameras have been in the hands of millions since the first decade of the 21st century. Fast results and automatic shooting appeal
to the masses who want to preserve memories, and smart phones now produce quality images available at one time only with an
expensive camera. Questions arise, however, even with equipment which is easy to use, and a master photographer will teach
participant’s strategies for getting even better results in addition to addressing pragmatic issues such as storage of images and
portfolios. The third class in the series will focus on Photoshop, the digital editing of photos to retouch, add to, or delete from existing
images. The Basic Digital Photography certificate program consists of three 10 hour modules; Creative and Composition with Your
Digital Camera, Practical Matters with Digital Photography and Photoshop. 30 hours
Photoshop Essentials
Participants will submit photos for critiquing each week and will learn the following: how to touch up a portrait, crop, address
color problems, remove/insert objects and / or people, add text, and save photos to formats suitable for further editing or
sharing. Participants will learn to manipulate images to achieve desired effects. Ethics will be discussed in the course.
Photoshop Prerequisite: Must have competence in photography or have successfully completed the Creative and Composition with
Your Digital Camera and Practical Matters with Digital Photography modules. 10 hours
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Emergency Preparedness: Building a 72 Hour Kit
In the event of an emergency local and relief officials will not be able to reach everyone immediately. You may need to survive on your
own while they work to help you. A 72-hour kit is essential in being prepared. This means having your own food, water, and other
supplies in sufficient quantity to last for at least 72 hours. Be prepared in the event of a natural disaster, fire, or other emergency
evacuation. This class will provide the basic information you will need to prepare what you need. See http://www.ready.gov. Handbook
included. 1.5 hours.
Emergency Preparedness: Creating a Family Evacuation and Communication Plan
What will happen to your family in the event of an emergency? What if cell phones don’t work? Every family needs a plan in case
communication is down. Where to meet? When to meet? Be prepared for an emergency. This class will discuss the fundamentals of
what to do and how to create an effective family evacuation and communication plan. See http://www.ready.gov. Handbook included.
1.5 hours.
Event Planning Certificate Program: Contracts Essentials
This course is a required foundational course for the Alliance Event Planning Certificate Program.
Participants in core foundation course will acquire the basic skills needed to understand contractual obligations associated with
successfully planning and executing events. Upon completion of this course, participants will have a sound understanding of the parts
of a contract, what makes a contract valid or enforceable, available breach remedies, and real-world business contract dealings.
Contract Essentials will address:
■ Duties/Terms/Expectations
■ Payments/Fees
■ Permits
■ Obligations & Consequences
■ Interpretations
■ Benchmarks
■ Change Orders
■ Deadlines/critical dates
■ Delays & Extensions
■ Inspections & Approvals
■ Defaults/Terminations & Legal Non-compliance
■ Insurance
■ Non- performance/Abandonment
■ Indemnity Agreements
■ Applicable Laws
■ Agreement to Perform
■ Witnesses/Signatures/Authorizations
Interested participants are welcome to attend this course and are not required to complete any of the tracks of the Alliance Event
Planning Certificate Program. 4 hours
Event Planning Certificate Program: Event Planning Fundamentals
This course is a required foundational course for the Alliance Event Planning Certificate Program.
This engaging and interesting core foundation course will introduce you to the field of event planning. Participants will learn
requirements, skills, and resources needed to begin a career as an event planning professional, what opportunities may be available
and practical knowledge about what is needed to start or grow an event planning business.
Participants will be led through the process of setting up a small business while gaining familiarity with elements common to all events.
Emphasis will be placed on learning the roles and responsibilities germane to planning and delivery of all aspects of an event with a
keen awareness of best industry practices. In addition, participants will examine which aspects of event planning match their skills and
abilities and seek avenues to augment, if needed. Activities will be given to enhance the participants creativity and help them learn how
to seek and implement creative approaches in order to create unforgettable events.
Fundamentals of Event Planning will address:
 Key Requirements for Successful Event Planning
o Creativity
o Planning Skills
o Time Management
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o Personnel Management
o Communication Skills
 Types of Events
 Setting Up Home Office
 Pitfalls and Challenges
 Developing Business
o Structure
o Planning
o Market Research
o Brand Identity
o Business Plan
 Developing Staff & Team
o Staffing Concerns
o Vendors
 Developing Event
o Cost Analysis
o Proposal
o Client Marketing Strategies
o Contract
o Timeline/Production Schedule
o Risk Assessment: Safety & Legal
o Walk-thru
o Closeout
Interested participants are welcome to attend this course and are not required to complete any of the tracks of the Alliance Event
Planning Certificate Program. 6 hours
Financial Education: Retirement Planning for AT&T Employees
The Alliance LIVE! 3 hour Retirement Plans Overview Class focuses on the three major Retirement Plans offered to AT&T employees.
Please note that this is NOT a company benefit presentation. We will cover the Pension Plan, Cash Balance Plan and the ARSP (AT&T
Retirement Savings Plan, 401K). This Class is limited to 10 participants and will include lectures and case studies with participant
exercises. 3 Hours
Topics:
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AT&T Pension Plan Options
AT&T 401K Plan benefits and Investment Options
IRA’s
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AT&T Cash Balance Plan Options
Termination Pay Choices (VTP, ECO)
Income from IRA’s
Get Your Will in Place with Willmaker
Quicken WillMaker Plus is the easiest way to create your estate plan, whether it’s your first time or you want to update a previous plan.
You’ll be guided through the process from beginning to end with practical and relevant legal information so you can make the best
decisions for you and your family. Software Included. 3 hours, PC only.
Housing and Taxes – Why Didn’t I Learn THAT in Math?
Do you still have a basic understanding of the math you learned in school? Do you know how to use those skills when it comes to
paying taxes or buying a home — tax forms, mortgages, points, etc.? It can be bit a confusing, but once you understand the basic
concepts and the simple formulas involved, you can be more money savvy and better able to make good financial decisions.
Topics:
• Quick Math Skills and Basic Concepts Review
• Reporting Your Income
• Understanding Basic Federal Income Taxes, Tax Form 1040EZ, and Itemizing Deductions
• State and Local Taxes
• Determining How Much You Can Afford When Renting or Buying a Home
• Getting a Mortgage — Which One Is Best for You
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• Understanding Real Estate Taxes and Homeowner’s Insurance
• Estimating Additional Costs like Utilities, Remodeling, and Decorating
6 hours / Prerequisite: None
How to Maximize Your Social Security: A Follow up to Savvy Social Security Planning
When should you take Social Security to maximize your benefits? What you don’t know can seriously hurt you: wrong decisions about
which Social Security benefits to apply for cost some individual retirees tens of thousands of dollars in lost income every year.
This course, based upon the book, ‘Get What's Yours: The Secrets to Maxing Out Your Social Security’ by Laurence Kotlikoff and the
‘Maximize My Social Security’ website can help you navigate the complex Social Security maze.
In this course, taught by our financial instructor Paul Wood you’ll learn the secrets to maximizing your Social Security benefits in an
easy to understand and user-friendly manner that can potentially help you earn the highest possible benefits. You’ll also learn how to
navigate the ‘Maximize My Social Security’ website which can help you choose the right benefits at the right time. The website is web
based software that works with all browsers and does not require a download.
Participants receive the textbook and a one year online subscription to ‘Maximize My Social Security’ for successfully completing the
course. 3 hours
How to Upgrade to Windows 10
Windows 10 has arrived! Do you have your free upgrade reserved but unsure what to do next?
This course will guide you through the steps of checking for updates, backing up your personal information and creating an allimportant system image before you begin the upgrade plus provide an overview of the upgrade process and how to prepare your PC to
ensure the upgrade process goes off without a hitch.
3 hours/ Prerequisite: A working knowledge of basic PC functions
Topics to Include
• How long will the free upgrade last and who qualifies?
• How to get your free update if you qualify
• Can your PC run it?
• Back up your data to the cloud or an external drive
• Create a system image
• Updates:
o Current device drivers
o Current Windows version
• Starting your Upgrade
• Rolling back to previous Windows
Introduction to Google Docs
Google Docs brings your documents to life with smart editing and styling tools to help you easily format text and paragraphs. Choose
from hundreds of fonts, add links, images, and drawings. All for free. This class will focus on getting started with Google docs so you can
take advantage of all that is offered. Book included. 6 hours. PC and Mac compatible.
Keeping Up with Your Stuff – Home Inventory Management
Could you make a list of everything in your home from memory? Could you do this in a time of crisis? That is why this course is a
necessity. Insurance companies will require documented proof of possessions that are stolen, damaged or destroyed. They will want an
itemized list which is not easily created, especially during a crisis. Home Inventory software (PC compatible only) will be included in this
class to aid in creating a home inventory list, where to save it, and how to use it to determine not only when needed but also to
determine if you are adequately insured.
2 hours / Prerequisite: None
Keeping Your Stuff in Sync (Computer, Tablet, Phone)
Access to your data from anywhere you are. That’s the goal of today’s technology. Can it really happen? Are you using this technology?
How would your life change if had ALL your contacts, files, calendars, to-do lists, reminders, photos, at your fingertips at all times? This
class will help you see and experience the power of data at your fingertips through sync. Software included. 3 hours, PC, Mac and
mobile compatible.
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Knock ’em Dead – The Ultimate Job Search Guide
There’s more to a successful job search than an impressive cover letter and resume. Best-selling author Martin Yate’s, “Knock ’em
Dead” series reveals the secrets that turn resumes into interviews and interviews into jobs. Leverage his tried-and-true strategies that
set you apart from every other Joe or Jane Job Prospect out there, and put you in the running for a job offer.
Topics:
• Polish your resume and cover letter
• Enhance your professional image
• Leave a memorable and positive impression
6 hours / Prerequisite: None
Managing Your Finances with Quicken
Quicken is the leading money management tool in the world. Come and learn how easy and productive it is to use Quicken to manage
your finances. Software included. 3 hours, PC and Mac compatible.
Microsoft OneNote
Microsoft OneNote provides an electronic version of a tabbed ring binder where you can keep notes, files, articles, pictures, audio and
video snippets, handwriting, and similar content, Microsoft OneNote collects and organizes the information, making it available for
searching as well as sharing with others. Enter text, create tables, and insert pictures — your data is saved automatically as you work. In
this class you will learn how to move pages within the binder and annotate them, and how to add embedded multimedia recordings
and web links. Explore notebook structure and learn how to modify, format, and manage a notebook.
3 hours / Prerequisite: None
Microsoft Word Step by Step Parts 1 & 2
Do more with your docs: Pop in an online video, open a PDF and edit the content, align pictures and diagrams with minimal fuss. The
new Read Mode is clean and distraction-free—and it works great on tablets. Teaming-up is better too, with direct connections to your
online spaces and streamlined review features like Simple Markup and comments. We will learn all these things and many more! Book
and software included. To learn more visit: http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/
12 hours, PC, Mac, tablet, smartphone compatible.
Poetry Writing Certificate Program: The Sonnet
The Sonnet and Miscellaneous Poetic Forms
The Sonnet plus any other poetic forms that participants want to learn about will be the subject of this class. Homework: 60 minutes
3 hours
Power Up Your Job Search with LinkedIn
The social networking resource for business professionals — LinkedIn is where you need to be. This course will cover everything from
getting logged in to making connections, building your brand, and growing your business.
Topics:
• Sign up and build a killer profile
• Control your privacy
• Get connected, grow your network, make introductions, and find the people to follow in your industry
• Use groups to enhance your presence and meet the people you need
• Promote your business
• Find and secure funding, and increase sales
4 hours / Prerequisite: None
Prepare Your 2015 Taxes with Turbotax
Get your taxes done right and your maximum refund with TurboTax Deluxe. This class will focus on how to use TurboTax. This is not a
tax class, but a class on how to use the software and make sure you don’t miss anything. Financial advice is not part of this class.
Software included. 3 hours, PC and Mac compatible.
Programming Fundamentals: Javascript Part 1 & 2
Alongside HTML and CSS, Javascript, is one of the three essential technologies of World Wide Web content production. This class will
teach you the basics of adding interactivity to a website using Javascript. This language is a must for all who want to become proficient
web programmers or even those who have an interest in producing web pages. Book included. 24 hours, PC and Mac compatible.
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Project +
The CompTIA Project+ certification is an international, vendor-neutral certification that covers the entire project life cycle from
initiation and planning through execution, acceptance, support and closure. CompTIA Project+ gives project managers the skills
necessary to complete projects on time and within budget, and creates a common project management language among project team
members. CompTIA Project+ certification of project managers and team members can help to create a project management culture in
large and small organizations.
CompTIA Project+ covers the business and technical project management skills needed to successfully manage business projects. It
emphasizes getting buy-in from stakeholders, proper scheduling and budget control.
40 hours / Prerequisite: Experience in managing, directing or participating in small- to medium-scale projects recommended
Topics
• Pre-Project Setup/Initiating
• Project Planning
• Project Execution and Delivery
• Change, Control and Communication
• Project Closure
Savvy Social Security Planning
Social Security is far more complicated than most people realize. The decisions you make now can have a tremendous impact on the
total amount of benefits you stand to receive over your lifetime.
This informative class covers the basics of Social Security and reveals innovative strategies for maximizing your benefits. This Class is
limited to 10 participants and will include lectures and case studies with participant exercises 3 Hours
Topics:
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Will Social Security be there for me?
When should I apply for Social Security?
Will Social Security be enough to live on in retirement?
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How much can I expect to receive?
How can I maximize my benefits?
Securing Your Identity: On Your Computer and Online
This class will focus on security issues in the everyday use of your computer and mobile devices and provide answers to making your
identity and data much more secure. A must for all computer and smart phone users! Software included.
3 hours, PC and Mac compatible
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
In The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People workshop, individuals learn Stephen Covey’s principles that propel them toward greater selffulfillment. They discover how to maximize performance and reach career goals by avoiding both dependence on others and
independence, and moving on to where real success lies — being interdependent. This allows them to experience first-hand the
rewards of superb cooperation and collaboration.
9 hours / Prerequisite: None
The Alliance Accounting Certificate Program:
Step 1: Overview of Accounting: Fun & Easy
A requirement for The Alliance Accounting Certificate.
Do you help in your family business or keep the books for a charity or volunteer organization? In this introductory class, prepare for
entry level accounting duties and learn how everyday transactions are recorded for easy tracking — how businesses keep their books.
Become a “dabbler in double entry” with an understanding of debits and credits.
Learn basic business concepts. The accounting cycle is presented in a logical sequence with an introduction to business transactions,
journalizing entries, and balancing the books at the end of the accounting period.
15 hours / Prerequisite: None
The Basics of Buying and Selling Residential Real Estate
Purchasing a house is scary and exciting, and probably the most expensive transaction you will make during your lifetime. Selling a
house has its challenges as well in that we believe our homes are the most desirable in the area and, therefore, should get top-dollar.
This course is designed to make you an educated buyer and seller, and reduce some of that anxiety.
Topics:
• Real estate transactions on the Internet
• The tools available to Realtors®
• The MLS and how it affects your buying or selling process
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9 hours / Prerequisite: None
The Twilight Zone: From Story to Film to Graphic Novel with Rod Serling
Rod Serling, master of horror/science fiction and winner of world-class awards, wrote short stories that were turned into the classic
television program The Twilight Zone and recently into graphic novels. Take a journey into a world where morality is put on hold and
action is only limited by the imagination. Explore the genres of the short story, film, and comic book art which artists have used to
frighten the bejesus out of audiences. 8 hours
TMT III Problem-Solving Processes and Skills
Targeted Test Preparation Training
It’s important to properly prepare for the AT&T Technical/Mechanical Test III (TMT III) test in order to succeed, and the TMT-III test
preparation course can help you achieve this goal. This course will is designed to work specifically on problem-solving section. It
provides updated practice test and in-depth explanations.
Topics:
• Defining Technical Problems (Verbal Comprehension)
• Analyzing Information and Situations (Numerical Reasoning)
• Using Tables and Diagrams (Technical Skills)
• Generating Alternatives (Abstract Thinking)
• Evaluating Alternatives (Pattern Recognition)
• Selecting the Best Solution (Logical Reasoning)
9 hours / Prerequisite: None
TMT III Work Orientation and Customer Service Skills
Targeted Test Preparation Training
It’s important to properly prepare for the AT&T Technical/Mechanical Test III (TMT III) test in order to succeed, and the TMT III test
preparation course can help you achieve this goal. This course will is designed to work specifically on mechanical principles section. It
provides updated practice test and in-depth explanations.
Topics:
• Clarifying Attitudes toward Work
- Cognitive - Task Performance, Productivity, Commitment, Supervision
- Affective - Personality, Teamwork, Satisfaction, Recognition
• Identifying Quality Customer Service Skills
- Empathy, Patience, and Consistency
- Adaptability
- Clear Communications
- Work Ethic
- Knowledge
3 hours / Prerequisite: None
TQT 1 Introduction to Electricity and Electronics
Targeted Test Preparation Training
Introduction to Electricity and Electronics presents the technical concepts of electronic components, circuits, and theory; principles of
current and voltage control devices; and basic circuits for power supplies, amplifiers, oscillators, and basic test instruments. Participants
will analyze and solve realistic problems, use mathematical techniques effectively in solutions, reason accurately, and investigate the
role of electronics in the ever-changing field of communications.
Topics:
• Electron Theory
• Circuits
• Magnetic Fields
• Inductance and Capacitance
• AC and DC
15 hours / Prerequisite: None
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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (PD)
Turbo Tax
TurboTax Deluxe 2015 Federal + State + efile is designed to make it easy for you to get the biggest tax refund possible. Also, federal
efile is now included when you do your taxes with TurboTax. TurboTax Deluxe 2015 Federal + State + efile gives you everything you
need to easily prepare, print, and efile one federal return and prepare and mail one state return (fees apply to state efile).
In this hands-on class you will learn how to load the software, complete your tax forms, save money, and learn about current tax laws.
You will learn the easy-to-use software and be guided step-by-step through mortgage interest, charitable contributions, education
expenses, medical expenses and more. Also, TurboTax Deluxe will assist you in finding errors, overlooked deductions, and entries that
could trigger an audit.
During the classroom experience, you will practice various scenarios and analyze profiles that will help you later in the preparation of
your own taxes. Taught by an experienced business person this course can save you time and money in doing one of the chores we all
hate.
Enroll today and get a jump on April 15th. Participants receive TurboTax Deluxe 2015 software in lieu of a book. Software is compatible
with Mac and PC
3 hours / Prerequisite: None
• Easily prepare your tax return
• eFile your federal return
• Preparing your state tax return
Web Design Certificate Program
The Web Design Certificate Program consists of courses utilizing WordPress that will help participants develop level one web design
skills. Participants of this program will learn how to create and publish posts and pages; customize their site with themes, widgets and
custom menus; and extend WordPress even further with plugins and adjust the settings that keep their site safe and secure.
Participants will learn how to get the most out of WordPress and create feature-rich blogs and websites.
If you are an aspiring web design professional, this course of study will offer you the basic foundation skills for designing websites and
media. In addition, it offers you the unique opportunity to develop skills that will differentiate yourself from the crowd thus increasing
your value and potentially your income.
Participants will be required to turn in their final project (finished website) in order to satisfactorily pass this course. Project will be
scored on a pass / fail scale.
40 hours
Topics Include:
Module I:
• Register Your Domain and Sign Up For Web Hosting
• Web Design Basics
• WordPress Intro
• Module II: The Power of Plugins and Widgets
• Module III: Add Images to Your WordPress Website
• Module IV: CSS / HTML / PHP / FTP
• Module V: SEO (Site Engine Optimization) Basics
• Module VI: Backing up and restoring your Website
Windows 10 Essentials
Everything you want, right from the Start! Put all your favorite apps, sites, and people on the new Start Menu, get live updates at a
glance, and get to anything with a tap or a click. So easy, but so complex too. If you have Windows 10, or will be getting Windows 10
(everyone will), you need this class! Book included. 6 hours, PC only.
Windows 7 Basics and File Management
Learn features of Windows 7.
Topics:
• Using Desktop, Aero Peek, Windows 3D Flip, Aero Snap, and Gadgets
• Working with the Taskbar, ribbons, and accessory applications
• Creating shortcut icons and pinning icons
• Customizing your mouse and display settings
• Creating, saving, and managing files, folders, and libraries; copying and moving files and folders; and searching for files
4 hours / Prerequisite: None
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Working with iPads
Maximize your ability to access music, movies, news, social media, and the apps that make life easier. Acquire the basic knowledge and
skills to harness the power of touchscreen computing. Keep abreast with the latest developments in news and trends. With this course
you will also receive a copy of My iPad by Gary Rosenzweig, loaded with helpful tips and notes to enhance your experience.
3 hours / Prerequisite: None
Your Computer Has Been Hacked! How to Clean it Up and Keep it Clean
Over 80 percent of all computers are infected with some sort of computer virus or malware. This class will focus on how to get rid of
ALL computer viruses or malware that exist on your computer. Plus, we will learn how to keep your computer malware free from now
on! Software included. Software included. 3 hours, PC and Mac Compatible.
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