Highland Community College
Fall 2010 • Volume 5 • Number 3
Special Edition: The New Face of Nursing
and Healthcare Education at Highland
Community College
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Tuesday, August 24
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Nursing Session from 5:30-6:00 p.m.
Medical Assistant Session from 6:00-6:30 p.m.
Speak with faculty and advisors
Call 815-599-3679 to register.
“I appreciated the fact that I could attend school
full time and work full time thanks to the flexibility
of evening and online classes. I’m now on my way
to becoming an occupational therapist.”
Melissa Guajardo ‘09
Thanks to our student-friendly transfer
policy, you can put already-earned credit
toward a bachelor’s degree.
Toll free: (877) 999-9876
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editor .................................................................pete Willging
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Contents
Features
creative direction ........................................carla donaldson
cover photography ..........................................nancy Barker
Frank caruso
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Focus on Nursing and Healthcare
Professions Programs at HCC
Visit HCC on the web at
www.highland.edu
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Two New Programs
in Two Growing Fields
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The Ray and Betty Stamm
Health Science Nursing Wing
Highland Community College Administration
dr. Joe M. Kanosky, president
dr. Jeff davidson, Vice president of academic Services
Jill Janssen, Vice president of administrative Services
Trustees (back row): James endress, rob urish, diane
gallagher and daniel dick. (front row): doug Block,
Maurita Scharman, david Shockey, and Stephen Kroeger.
Board Secretary - terri grimes
Board treasurer - Jill Janssen
(not pictured)
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Profiles
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Faculty Spotlight
Four New Faces Carry on the
Tradition of Excellence
Student proFile
Jazira Sultanova
In Every Issue
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Community Education Schedule
HCC A to Z
© 2010 highland community college
On our cover:
new nursing faculty members chrislyn Senneff,
Maggie White, Kay Sperry and lynda Shiro bring
a wealth of real-world and teaching experience to
highland community college. these four energetic,
dedicated professional nurses have recently joined
highland’s exceptional faculty, carrying on a tradition
of excellence in nursing and healthcare services
programs.
Photo by Nancy Barker
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Photo by Nancy Barker
Focus on Nursing
and Healthcare
Professions
Programs at HCC
by Pete Willging
A
re you interested in
a career that has a
bright future despite
the recent economic
turmoil we find
ourselves in today?
Are you caring,
compassionate,
supportive and able to work well
with others in a fast-paced, peoplecentered environment? If so,
healthcare related occupations are
the way to go.
According to the Bureau of Labor
Statistics, 10 of the 20 fastest
growing occupations are in the
health services field. Healthcare
will generate 3.2 million new
wage and salary jobs between
2008 and 2018, more than any
other industry, and the majority
of workers have jobs that require
less than four years of college
education. So with a relatively
small investment of time and
money, you can be prepared for
a career that’s likely to need you
tomorrow.
At Highland Community College
there are over a dozen different
degree and certificate programs
that can get you into the recessionproof healthcare-related field and
prepare you for a bright and stable
future. Whether you’re interested
in an associate of associate of
applied science in nursing, a twoyear degree in emergency medical
services, or a one-year certificate
in medical transcription, HCC
can provide you with the training
you need to secure long-lasting job
security.
As you will see in this special issue
of CareerFocus, Highland not only
offers the degrees and certificates
you’re looking for – we do it right –
with a strong tradition of training
excellence, experienced and
dedicated faculty and staff, and
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a new facility equipped with the
latest in medical technology.
The pass rate of our graduates
taking the National Council
Licensure Examination Registered Nurse (NCLEXRN) exam (required to become a
registered nurse) and NCLEX-PN
(practical nurse) averages 94% over
the past four-years. This compares
to a nation-wide average of 87%
and 75%, respectively, for the RN
and PN exams as reported by the
National Council of State Boards of
Nursing.
Medical Transcriptionist and
Medical Coding
The associate of applied science
and certificate clerical medical
transcription program teaches
students how to master dictating
and transcribing equipment. These
programs include anatomy and
medical terminology to prepare
students for career opportunities
that exist in hospitals, physician
offices, clinics, home health
agencies and other healthcare
settings.
Medical Assistant
This associate of applied science
degree trains students to work
in ambulatory settings, such as
healthcare provider offices, clinics
and group practices. These multiskilled personnel can perform
administrative and clinical
procedures and are highly desired
by physician’s office and clinics.
See our spotlight on this new
program on page 4.
take the Illinois Department of
Public Health Emergency Medical
Technician Exam to become a
licensed paramedic. Read more
about this exciting new program in
our spotlight on page 4.
Certified Nursing Assistant
A first step into the nursing field,
the CNA certificate program
prepares students to take the state
certification exam for nursing
assistants. This popular program
provides a foundation for all other
nursing programs at Highland and
is offered every semester.
Practical Nursing
The one-year practical nursing
certificate program is designed
to get students prepared to take
the NCLEX-PN. Upon successful
completion of this exam, students
are eligible to become a licensed
practical nurse (LPN).
Associate of Applied Science in
Nursing
There are currently two options for
completing this two-year program.
The traditional classroom/clinical
model or the new Northern Illinois
Online Initiative in Nursing
(NIOIN) where students take thier
classroom-based courses online
and the clinical component in a
healthcare setting. Both models
prepare students to take the
NCLEX-Registered Nurse. Upon
successful completion of the exam,
students are eligible to become
licensed as a registered nurse.
Emergency Medical Services
Transfer Degrees in
Healthcare-related fields
This all new associate of applied
science degree prepares students
for the growing paramedic field.
Upon completion of the program,
students will be prepared to
While it is true that the majority
of healthcare jobs available in the
coming years will require less than
a four-year degree, the prospects
for job growth in in the field of
According to the
Bureau of Labor
Statistics, 10 of the
20 fastest growing
occupations are in
the health services
field.
health diagnosing and treatment
practitioners remains strong.
Highland has transfer degrees
designed to prepare students to
go on to four-year colleges and
universities to advanced study
in pre-dentistry, pre-medical
technology, pre-medicine, prepharmacy and pre-veterinary
medicine.
At HCC we understand that
providing first-class training in
the occupations listed here not only
helps to make available pathways
to exciting and productive careers,
it also helps to maintain the high
quality of the healthcare providers
that are so vital to the continued
well being of the residents of
northwestern Illinois into the
future.
To better serve those interested
in enrolling in any of the three
nursing programs or the medical
assistant program, participation
in one of our information sessions
is required; see the inset on page
6 for session dates. For more
information regarding any of
the programs listed here, call
815.599.3612 or visit
www.highland.edu. CF
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Two New Programs in Two Growing Fields
by Pete Willging
Medical Assistant
If you’re interested in working
in the healthcare field, but not
necessarily in nursing, then
medical assistant may be the
occupation for you. According
to the Federal Bureau of Labor
Statistics, the job outlook for
medical assistants will be excellent
through 2018 and the field is cited
as one of the top 20 occupations
with the fastest job growth.
Medical assistants work in a
variety of settings, with the
majority working in healthcare
provider offices such as physician’s
and nurse practitioner’s offices.
Other settings include hospitals,
clinics, home healthcare and the
offices of other providers. The
primary responsibility of a medical
assistant is to provide support to
ensure that offices of healthcare
practitioners are run smoothly and
efficiently.
The nature of a medical assistant’s
duties is dictated by the size
of the office or department. In
larger practices or institutions,
duties tend to be specialized
in a particular area and under
the supervision of department
administrators. In small offices,
medical assistants perform a wide
variety of tasks that may be of
both administrative and clinical.
Clinical medical assistants often
perform duties working closely
with patients such as taking
medical histories, recording vital
signs and preparing patients for
examinations.
Highland’s medical assistant
associate of applied science degree
prepares students for work in this
broad array of duties. The two-year
program includes classes ranging
from Introduction to Psychology
to Management Communications,
Phlebotomy and Medical Coding.
The program has been designed to
meet the accreditation standards of
the Commission of Accreditation of
Allied Health Education Programs
adopted by the American
Association of Medical Assistants
(AAMA). Completion of the degree
meets eligibility requirements
to take the Certified Medical
Assistant (CMA) exam. According
to the AAMA, a large number
of employers are preferring, and
some insisting, that their medical
assistants be CMAs.
To better serve individuals seeking
to enroll in the medical assistant
program at HCC, attendance at a
mandatory information session is
required for admittance. Please see
the information session dates in
the insert on page 6 of this issue.
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Emergency Medical Services:
EMT-Basic and EMSParamedic
According to the Bureau of
Labor statistics, job prospects for
licensed full-time paramedics are
expected to be favorable due to a
transition within the emergency
medical services field. More and
more emergency medical service
agencies will look to replace
unpaid volunteers who are difficult
to recruit and retain due to the
extensive training and time
commitment the positions require.
Beginning this fall, in partnership
with SwedishAmerican Health
System of Rockford, HCC will
begin offering an Emergency
Medical Services - Paramedic
associate of applied science degree
designed to prepare students for
full-time paid positions as licensed
paramedics.
With the use of SwedishAmerican
instructors, the program covers
an extensive array of emergency
medical practices and procedures
in keeping with the Illinois
Department of Public Health
licensure requirements. Upon
completion of the two-year
program, graduates can take the
Illinois Department of Health
EMT- P exam to become a licensed
paramedic, as well as the National
Registry of Emergency Medical
Technicians paramedic level
examination.
Even In light of the growing
number of emergency medical
service agencies hiring full-time
licensed paramedics, there is still
a large demand for unpaid trained
EMTs in local rural volunteer
fire departments. Highland offers
an EMT – Basic course which is
required in order to serve as a
volunteer technician. This 6 credit
hour course is also a prerequisite
for the EMS – Paramedic program.
It is hoped that the new EMS –
Paramedic program will help to
increase the number of volunteer
EMTs as students completing the
degree program will be asked to
establish a relationship with a
local volunteer fire department
in order to get the required field
experience, or “drive time,” needed
to complete the program.
For more information regarding
either of these exciting new
degrees, visit www.highland.edu or
call 815.599.3612. CF
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Faculty Spotlight: Four New Faces
Carry on the Tradition of Excellence
by Annette hartman
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our energetic, dedicated professional
nurses have joined the full-time
nursing faculty at Highland
Community College. Each brings
a wealth of nursing experience,
positive energy, and the desire to be
role models for HCC student nurses.
A paramedic prior to
becoming a nurse, Maggie
White, MSN, RN, joins the
full-time nursing faculty
with a broad nursing
background. As Director
of Nursing, Dr. Shannon
Lizer, puts it, “Highland is
so lucky to have Maggie;
she is a great instructor.”
As a paramedic, Maggie
regularly took individuals
to various emergency
rooms. She saw how
essential the nursing
staff was and wanted
to learn more… and to
further her skills. Maggie
enrolled online to Regis
University (Denver) to earn both her bachelors
and masters degrees in nursing. “The online
education was awesome,” Maggie
explained. “I was able to choose
the sites for my practicums. I’ve
met people I would have never
otherwise met.” Some of her
experiences included creating an
emergency response plan for a
city, working with a community
health department, and helping
as a home care nurse.
After achieving her masters,
Maggie taught in Sauk Valley
Community College’s nursing
program where she met Kathy
Johnson who expressed Dr. Lizer
and HCC were in need of a parttime instructor. “I got really
excited. I heard Kathy talk about
her students and how focused the
HCC program was on their students’ success.
I wanted to become a part of that,” Maggie
stated.
During the summer session, Maggie taught
Anatomy/Physiology. This fall, she’ll be
focusing on Med/Surg for second-year students
and Gerontology for first-year nursing students.
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“I find that practical experience really helps
students learn. It’s the funny or odd story
from my past nursing days that helps them
remember important facts,” she acknowledged.
Kay Sperry, MSN, RN, another new full-time
nursing faculty member echoed Dr. Lizer’s
praise of Maggie, “Oh gosh, Maggie has so
much energy and is so student focused. She is a
great instructor.” Kay, a Warren native, brings
a broad range of nursing experiences to her
daily teaching. She started her nursing career
at FHN in 1991 and worked in
various departments as a staff
nurse, float nurse, educator,
nursing supervisor, and a fill-in
charge nurse. “I really enjoyed
working as a float nurse. I got to
work in all areas of the hospital
and in a community setting.
This opportunity really helped
me increase my knowledge,” Kay
explained.
A Highland Community College
graduate, Kay earned her RN in
1993. While working full-time,
she continued her education with
a bachelors degree from NIU
in 2002 and her MSN from the
University of Phoenix in 2006.
“Since I started my nursing career, I’ve seen
such a shift in realizing the importance for
nurses to continue their advancement through
education. We must continually
update our knowledge and
support nurses who want to
better both themselves and the
care they give through further
education,” Kay added.
Citing her professional nursing
relationship with Dr. Shannon
Lizer and her admiration for her
past instructors, Kay admits
she always wanted to have a
teaching position at Highland. “I
want to apply my knowledge and
passion for nursing with others
to create more professional
nurses – and hopefully future
educators,” Kay stated.
This fall, Kay will be teaching
Advanced Med/Surge for second-year nursing
students, as well as Advanced Clinical and
Nursing Leadership. “I want to create nursing
role models. I want my students to become
the professional nurse that others look up to.
The nurse who is all about her patients,” Kay
acknowledged, “I feel like it’s Christmas every
day… I get excited every day to go to Highland
and teach. It’s an honor and privilege.”
Chrislyn Senneff, MSN, RN, exclaimed, “I want
to be Kay Sperry when I grow up! She is a guru
with the simulation family. Her expertise with
this technology means so much to students.
They can experience real-world patient
situations in a safe and controlled environment.
This adds to their confidence when they get on
the actual nursing floor.”
A native New Mexican, Chrislyn
knew as a small child that she
wanted to become a nurse, “My
grandmother was a nurse…
and before the days of HIPPA
(Federal law protecting patient
privacy), she would talk about
the care she gave to her patients
and the close bonds she forged
with the families. I loved
hearing these tales, and I was
really drawn to be a part of it by
becoming a nurse.”
Like Kay Sperry, Chrislyn is
a Highland nursing program
alum. She earned her ADN
through HCC and while
working earned her BSN from
Benedictine University and
MSN in 2009 through St. Anthony’s. With a
strong labor and delivery background, Chrislyn
also worked in telemetry and ER. It was her
experience in 2006, as a clinical nursing
instructor, that opened the doors to teaching
and convinced her to get her MSN, “I loved
working with students in a hospital setting. We
interacted with patients and delivered nursing
care together. I helped teach them how to
become a nurse.”
Dr. Lizer stated, “Chrislyn is a gifted teacher.
She is very good with turning complex concepts
into simple terms for her students’ benefit. She
sets high expectations and is a great nursing
mentor.”
During the fall session, Chrislyn will teach
Introduction to Psychiatric Nursing and
Fundamentals of Nursing, along with mentoring
two clinical groups. “I teach the students
rhymes or little tricks to remember things
– pneumonic devices – and help keep things
straight,” Chrislyn explained, “I love it when
students come back and explain what they saw.
They tell me how these little tricks and stories
really helped them in a real-world setting. That’s
the biggest reward when a student puts it all
together.”
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Like Chrislyn, Lynda Shiro,
MSN, RN, has wanted to be
a nurse since childhood – she
firmly believes it’s a calling. After
earning her nursing degree, she
worked in the operating room
at both Lutheran General and
Swedish-American Hospital.
she realized she really enjoyed
the teaching aspect of her job.
After working in the operating
room for many years, the
Rockford resident became a
high-tech home infusion nurse.
She traveled to patients’ homes
throughout the Chicago area
and southern Wisconsin to
administer blood products,
chemotherapy and antibiotics.
As she taught her patients about what she was
doing and the products she was administering,
While earning both her BSN
and MSN from Northern
Illinois University, Lynda was
a part-time clinical instructor
for ten years. In addition, she
taught part-time at Blackhawk
Community College, CNA
classes at the vocational
school in Sandwich, along with
clinicals for Kishwaukee College
and NIOIN (Northern Illinois
Online Initiative for Nursing).
Through a mutual friend, Lynda
learned of nursing instruction
opportunities at HCC, so she
gave Dr. Lizer a call and started the process of
joining the HCC nursing faculty. “Lynda has a
wealth of experience as a clinical instructor,”
Dr. Lizer added, “She has a solid med/surg
background with extensive experience in the
operating room. Lynda has taught for a number
of years in a variety of settings; she’s a good
role model and mentor.” This past spring,
Lynda taught a Med/Surg Clinical as well as
assessment. In the fall, she’s looking forward to
teaching Psychiatric Nursing.
Dr. Lizer summed up the qualities of the
new faculty additions, “These wonderfully
qualified and passionate nurses are joining
other wonderfully qualified nurses to further
strengthen the Highland nursing program and
provide excellent instruction for our nursing
students.” CF
The Ray and Betty Stamm Health Science Nursing Wing
The new facility has been getting
rave reviews from faculty and
students. Recent graduate, Rhonda
Steinwand, experienced one year
of her RN program in the shared
labs and classrooms in the Natural
Science and Health Center before
completing her second year in the
new wing.
“The simulation scenarios that the
instructors have provided for us in
these new labs have given us the
hands-on training that we might not
have been able to get in the clinical
setting,” said Steinwand. “This new
facility has enhanced my learning
greatly. I feel that I am so much more
prepared to enter the hospital setting
and work with patients on a one-onone basis.”
Each of the labs is designed to
meet a specific purpose in training
nursing and associated healthcare
occupations students at all levels.
Basic CNA Lab
This lab has the required equipment
to provide students with entrylevel, low-tech and hands on
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students are trained using a host of
ambulatory equipment such as lifts,
walkers and canes.
Hospital/Acute Care Unit Lab
This lab is designed and equipped
to function as a simulated hospital
setting. Students practice on
simulation manikins of various levels
– from basic CPR manikins to more
advanced models that simulate vital
signs and symptoms. Instructors are
able to recreate patient scenarios and
train students in responding using
highly technical equipment such as
medical monitors and oxygen supply.
such as stethoscopes, otoscopes,
reflex hammers and blood pressure
monitors.
High-Tech Simulation Lab
From an observation room with
a two-way mirror, instructors
can observe groups of students
responding to simulated medical
emergencies recreated with the use
of highly sophisticated “Sim Family”
manikins. Donated by FHN, these
advanced medical manikins can
simulate highly realistic symptoms
and responses to provide students
with realistic training scenarios. CF
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In May of 2009, construction was
completed on one of Highland’s
newest additions – a 13,500 square
foot facility dedicated to training
nursing and other healthcare
services students using the latest
in high-tech equipment. The wing
houses five state-of-the-art teaching
labs, three dedicated classrooms and
a computer lab, as well as faculty
and staff offices, study areas and a
conference room.
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Student Profile Jazira Sultanova
ith her dreams
set on becoming
a registered
nurse, 27 yearold Gulzharzira
Sultanova,
originally from
Kyrgyzstan,
began to search the internet for
colleges in the U.S. that offered
high quality nursing program
at affordable tuition rates for
international students and
discovered Highland Community
College.
Gulzharzira was impressed with
what she found. “The reviews
at different web sites about
Highland’s nursing program and
its graduates’ 99% or above pass
rate on the NCLEX-RN board
exam impressed me a lot, so I
decided to choose Highland,” she
said.
Three years later, Jazira, as she is
known on campus, is getting ready
to begin her second year of the
associate of applied science degree
in nursing. She has been very
successful, carrying a high grade
point average and impressing her
instructors – and being impressed
by them as well.
“The nursing instructors that I
had for my first-year classes were
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all exceptionally knowledgeable,
well-prepared, enthusiastic and
patient,” said Jazira. “Each
instructor has a unique style of
teaching that challenges a student
in different ways.”
While Jazira was drawn to
Highland’s nursing program by
its reputation for quality and
value, she was equally impressed
by the Ray and Betty Stamm
Health Science Nursing Wing
(see the feature on page 5.) “I
was lucky to start the program
in the new nursing wing,” she
said. “For someone like me who
lacks experience in the medical
field, having some practice in the
labs that simulate the hospital
environment before going to clinical
sites is extremely beneficial.”
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Jazira plans to practice for a year
as an RN after graduating and
then going on to complete her
bachelor of science in nursing
and possibly master’s degree. Her
long-range plan is to become a
multilingual nurse in the United
States – she speaks several
languages including Russian and
Turkish.
But for now, Jazira is where she
wants to be. “I found my match
(HCC) and I am very happy with
where I am at right now.” CF
for Nursing and Medical Assistant Applicants
To better serve those interested in enrolling in any of the
three nursing programs or the medical assistant
program, participation in one of our information sessions
is required. Call 815.599.3679 to register.
Dates
Nursing
Medical Assistant
Tuesday, August 24
5:30-6:00 p.m.
6:00-6:30 p.m.
Wednesday, September 15
5:30-6:00 p.m.
6:00-6:30 p.m.
Monday, October 18
5:30-6:00 p.m.
6:00-6:30 p.m.
Thursday, November 18
5:30-6:00 p.m.
6:00-6:30 p.m.
Tuesday, December 14
1:00-1:30 p.m.
1:30-2:00 p.m.
Wednesday, January 19
5:30-6:00 p.m.
6:00-6:30 p.m.
Monday, January 31
5:30-6:00 p.m.
6:00-6:30 p.m.
Monday, February 7
5:30-6:00 p.m.
6:00-6:30 p.m.
Thursday, February 24
5:30-6:00 p.m.
6:00-6:30 p.m.
Tuesday, March 8
5:30-6:00 p.m.
6:00-6:30 p.m.
Thursday, March 24
1:00-1:30 p.m.
1:30-2:00 p.m.
Monday, March 28
5:30-6:00 p.m.
6:00-6:30 p.m.
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Fall 2010 Community Education Classes in Freeport, Cedarville, Elizabeth and Monroe
Business and Professional
Development
Blueprint Reading Workshop
Do you need hands-on training in reading blueprints
on the job? Here’s your chance to learn how to read,
interpret and communicate using prints. Learn to
work with the components common to Mechanical
Engineering Prints. Topics include title blocks,
dimensioning, tolerances, linetypes, symbols,
terminology, measurement, orthographic projection,
sectioning, detail and pictorial views. Class size is 20.
SPTP 150 ACC 3861
Date:
September 18 and 25
Day:
Saturday
Time:
8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Location:
Liberal Arts Ctr., room 122
Cost:
$ 135
Instructor: Scott Anderson
Effective Stress Management
Learn to identify stressors and manage them,
professionally and personally. Transform old attitudes
and beliefs that create “bad” stress into attitudes and
actions that are healthy and effective. Make stress
work FOR you to be more productive and contented in
your work—and life!
WFD 052 ACC 3862
Date:
October 1, 2010
Day:
Friday
Time:
9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Location:
Student/Conference Ctr., room 208
Cost:
$ 65
Instructor: Dieter Ammann
Powerful Team Dynamics
Learn to maximize group dynamics and processes,
while having a good time. This workshop will engage
participants in group activities, while learning how
groups function. Discover how groups formed and
evolved and about roles group members play, while
exploring the art of facilitation.
WFD 052 BCC 3863
Date:
November 12, 2010
Day:
Friday
Time:
9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Location:
Student/Conference Ctr., room 210
Cost:
$ 65
Instructor: Dieter Ammann
Managing Conflict the Smart Way
We all have disagreements with co-workers, customers,
suppliers—the significant people in our lives and
even with ourselves! When disagreement moves to
confrontation and conflict, it often becomes destructive.
Learn to shift to a process that allows satisfaction of
everyone’s needs. Curious? Join the fun!
WFD 052 CCC 3864
Date:
October 29, 2010
Day:
Friday
Time:
9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Location:
Student/Conference Ctr., room 210
Cost:
$ 65
Instructor: Dieter Ammann
Process Improvement Using Six Sigma
Tools
This is a practical but effective approach to using Six
Sigma tools to improve any process, shop or office.
Selected tools take you through the five phases of the
DMAIC track of Six Sigma: Define problem, Measure
key metrics, Analyze data, implement Improvements,
and Control process to hold the gains. Participants
should bring one or two problem ideas to apply.
Prerequisite: Students should have a working knowledge
Microsoft Word and Excel and have access to computers
at work (but they are not required in class).
SPTP 150 BCC 3865
Date:
October 29, November 5, 12
Day:
Friday
Time:
Location:
Student/Conference Ctr., room 208
Cost:
$ 275
Instructor: Al Softley
Statistical Process Control (SPC)
Overview
Learn how SPC works, and what it can and cannot
do. Basic principles of the six types of control charts
will be explained including strengths and applications
of each. How to make an existing SPC program
more effective is also discussed. Those considering
implementing SPC or those maintaining, or performing
SPC will benefit from this class.
WFD 048 FCC 3866
Date:
October 22
Day:
Friday
Time:
8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Location:
Student/Conference Ctr., room 210
Cost:
$ 120
Instructor: Al Softley
Six Sigma / Lean Overview
What is Six Sigma? What is Lean? How are they
different? This course will explain what the most
successful improvement methodology in history,
Six Sigma, and Lean are all about. The tools and
deliverables of each of the five phases of a Six Sigma
project are shown through examples from real projects.
Implementation issues are also discussed. Participants
will learn if Six Sigma and Lean are right for their
organization and if so, where to begin.
Prerequisite: Students should have a working
knowledge Microsoft Word and Excel and have access
to computers at work (but they are not required in
class).
WFD 048 GCC 3867
Date:
October 15
Day:
Friday
Time:
8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Location:
Student/Conference Ctr., room 210
Cost:
$ 120
Instructor: Al Softley
Fast-Track: Introduction &
Intermediate Microsoft Word 2007
The first session will include how to embed pictures,
create columns, charts and graphs, build tables,
and copy and paste materials from one document to
another. Class two will cover how to embed an Excel
spreadsheet into Word, create tables of content, and
foot and end notes, as well as specialty tricks. Hit the
ground running with this fast-paced Microsoft Word
class!
WFD 011 ACC 3868
Date:
September 21 and 28
Day:
Tuesday
Time:
6:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Location:
Technology Ctr., room 160
Cost:
$ 65
Instructor: John Harris
Fast-Track: Introduction &
Intermediate Microsoft Word 2007
The first session will include how to embed pictures,
create columns, charts and graphs, build tables,
and copy and paste materials from one document to
another. Class two will cover how to embed an Excel
spreadsheet into Word, create tables of content, and
foot and end notes, as well as specialty tricks. Hit the
ground running with this fast-paced Microsoft Word
class!
WFD 011 BCC 3869
Date:
September 22 and 29
Day:
Wednesday
Time:
6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
Location:
HCC West, Elizabeth, room 123
Cost:
$ 65
Instructor: John Harris
8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
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Fast-Track: Introduction &
Intermediate Microsoft Word 2007
The first session will include how to embed pictures,
create columns, charts and graphs, build tables, and
copy and paste materials from one document to another.
Class two will cover how to embed an Excel spreadsheet
into Word, create tables of content, and foot and end
notes, as well as specialty tricks. Hit the ground running
with this fast-paced Microsoft Word class!
WFD 011 CCC 3870
Date:
October 6 and 13
Day:
Wednesday
Time:
3:00 p.m.-4:30 p.m.
Location:
Technology Ctr., room 159
Cost:
$ 65
Instructor: John Harris
Introduction of PowerPoint MS Office 2007
Students learn to create an effective slide show
presentation on PowerPoint. Students will choose
a design, and revise and modify text. Topics include
inserting text and graphics, such as shapes, clip art, and
pictures. Other topics may include headers and footers,
tables, charts, options for printing, sound and animation.
WFD 011 ECC 3871
Date:
October 28 and November 4
Day:
Thursday
Time:
6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
Location:
Technology Ctr., room 160
Cost:
$ 65
Instructor: Rudy Nielsen
Introduction of Microsoft Word 2007
This course covers word processing basics: cut, copy
and paste, formatting text, spell check, moving text,
and saving and printing documents. Students will learn
to navigate the Word environment, menu bar, toolbars,
and status bar.
Prerequisite: Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows
is highly recommended.
WFD 011 FCC 3872
Date:
October 21 and October 22
Day:
Thursday and Friday
Time:
9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
Location:
Technology Ctr., room 160
Cost:
$ 65
Instructor: Rudy Nielsen
Introduction of Microsoft Word 2007
This course covers word processing basics: cut, copy and
paste, formatting text, spell check, moving text, and saving
and printing documents. Students will learn to navigate the
Word environment, menu bar, toolbars, and status bar.
Prerequisite: Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows
is highly recommended.
WFD 011 GCC 3873
Date:
October 29
Day:
Thursday
Time:
8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Location:
HCC West, Elizabeth, room 123
Cost:
$ 65
Instructor: Rudy Nielsen
OSHA 10 Hour
The 10-hour General Industry OSHA course will include
the OSHA required introduction to OSHA, walking and
working surfaces, exit routes and emergency plans,
electrical safety, personal protective equipment, and
hazard communication topics. The course will also
include optional topics in the areas of record keeping,
hazardous materials and machine guarding. Students
who pass the final test will receive a 10-hour card.
SPTP 150 CCC 3874
Date:
September 13 and 14
Day:
Monday and Tuesday
Time:
8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Location:
Student/Conference Ctr., room 210
Cost:
$ 250
Instructor: John Vaughan
EPA Required: Lead Safety for
Renovation, Repair & Painting
Learn to comply with the EPA Renovation, Repair
and Painting Rule and HUD Lead Safe Housing
Rule. This training is required for all contractors
(general, HVAC/Boiler/AC, Electricians and Plumbers)
that work on pre-1978 housing and child-occupied
facilities. Participants will become certified in leadsafe work practices. Topics include: Lead-based paint,
regulations and the Rule, EPA-recognized test kits,
dust containment, prohibited practices, protective
equipment, clean-up, recordkeeping, and training noncertified workers. Occupational Training & Supply, Inc.
is an approved EPA-certified training firm.
SPTP 150 ECC 3875
Date:
September 20
Day:
Monday
Time:
8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Location:
Student/Conference Ctr., room 210
$ 225 Box Lunch Provided
Cost:
Instructor: Occupational Training & Supply, Inc.
EPA Required: Lead Safety for
Renovation, Repair & Painting
Learn to comply with the EPA Renovation, Repair
and Painting Rule and HUD Lead Safe Housing
Rule. This training is required for all contractors
(general, HVAC/Boiler/AC, Electricians and Plumbers)
that work on pre-1978 housing and child-occupied
facilities. Participants will become certified in leadsafe work practices. Topics include: Lead-based paint,
regulations and the Rule, EPA-recognized test kits,
dust containment, prohibited practices, protective
equipment, clean-up, recordkeeping, and training noncertified workers. Occupational Training & Supply, Inc.
is an approved EPA-certified training firm.
SPTP 150 FCC 3876
Date:
September 21
Day:
Tuesday
Time:
8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Location:
Student/Conference Ctr., room 210
Cost:
$ 225 Box Lunch Provided
Instructor: Occupational Training & Supply, Inc.
Food Sanitation
Classes held at Highland Community College
and JoDaviess/Carroll AVC
This course is for managers or representatives of food
service establishments who require certification. A
certificate of completion will be awarded to students
who meet all course requirements, including the
completion of the state examination. Pre-registration
for this class is required. Textbook is required for this
class. Successful students will earn 1 credit hour.
HMEC192ACC (3450)
Date:
August 19 – October 7
Day:
Thursday
Time:
7:00 p.m. – 9:15 p.m.
Location:
HCC Student Conference Center, Room
H117
Cost:
$103.00, 1 credit
Instructor: Georgia Balsamo
HMEC192BCC (3451)
Date:
October 14 – December 9
Day:
Thursday
Time:
7:00 p.m. – 9:15 p.m.
Location
HCC Student Conference Center, Room
H117
Cost:
$103.00, 1 credit
Instructor: Georgia Balsamo
HMEC192ECC (3766)
Date:
August 23 – October 4
Day:
Monday
Time:
12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Location:
JoDaviess/Carroll Area Vocational Center,
Elizabeth, IL
Cost:
$103.00, 1 credit
Instructor: Sharon Zigmont
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HMEC192FCC (3767)
Date:
October 18 – November 22
Day:
Monday
Time:
12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Location:
Jo Daviess/Carroll Area Vocational
Center, Elizabeth, IL
Cost:
$103.00, 1 credit
Instructor: Sharon Zigmont
Food Sanitation Refresher Classes
This class is only for currently licensed students who
have been notified that their license is due for renewal
and who have been notified that they can renew by
taking this refresher course. Note: It is critical that
each student bring their current sanitation license ID
number with them to the refresher class so that license
renewal paperwork can be submitted by the instructor
as soon as the refresher session is completed.
CED020ACC (3452)
Date:
October 7, 2010
Day:
Thursday
Time:
12:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Location:
HCC Student Conference Center, Room
H117
Cost:
$45.00
Instructor: Georgia Balsamo
CED020BCC (3453)
Date:
December 2, 2010
Day:
Thursday
Time:
12:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Location:
HCC Student Conference Center, Room
H117
Cost:
$45.00
Instructor: Georgia Balsamo
Personal Enrichment
Calligraphy Class - Letters Are
Symbols Which Turn Matter Into Spirit
This six week course is designed to introduce you to the
basic strokes important in forming and understanding
the structural elements of the lower and upper case italic
alphabet. Approximate cost of supplies will be $25.00
with payment due to instructor on first day of class.
Save money on supplies by reusing some of them in the
Calligraphy Crafts class (on Thursday nights). For more
information you can contact the instructor Bessie Pavell at
630-346-1336.
PERS036ACC (3526)
Date:
September 7 – October 12
Day:
Tuesday
Time:
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Location:
HCC Liberal Arts Center, Room M122
Cost:
$45.00
Instructor: Bessie Pavell
PERS036BCC (3527)
Date:
September 9 – October 14
Day:
Thursday
Time:
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Location:
HCC Liberal Arts Center, Room M122
Cost:
$45.00
Instructor: Bessie Pavell
Sign Language
After taking this twelve-week class, students will be
able to have basic conversations with a deaf person.
Having a basic knowledge in Sign Language could lead
the student to a higher level to become an interpreter.
Like any language, the more you practice, the better
chance for you to be able to communicate.
SPTP113ACC (3385)
Date:
September 7 – November 23
Day:
Tuesday
Time:
5:30 p.m. – 6:50 p.m.
Location:
HCC Liberal Arts Center, Room M204
Cost:
$103.00, 1 credit
Instructor: John Huneke
Warrior Spirit
Every country and culture has stories of famous
warriors who underwent physical training to find their
warrior spirit. Both men and women are invited to work
together in the class to find that spirit themselves. The
class will involve learning martial arts moves both with
empty hands and with a weapon, as well as physical
conditioning exercises. Participants should wear
comfortable clothing and bring a three foot dowel rod, ¾
to 1 inch in diameter.
Enrollment is limited to 20.
PERS 034 ACC (3783)
Date:
September 7 – November 23, 2010
Day:
Tuesday
Time:
8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Location:
YMCA - Multi Purpose Room 127
Cost:
$35
Instructor: Allen Reed
Card Making
Learn the art of making creative and personal cards for
many occasions. In week 1, students will make simple
fold cards, learn to use embellishments and layered
paper and also try embossing. Much more will follow
in succeeding weeks including seasonal fun paper
projects. Enrollment is limited to 10 people. Students
should bring a pencil, a notebook, a ruler and a favorite
general adhesive. A supply kit (costing $12-$16) will be
available to purchase at the first class session.
CED 020 CCC (3784)
Date:
September 8 and 22, October 6 and 20,
2010
Day:
Wednesday
Time:
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Location:
HCC Fine Arts Building, Room FA62
Cost:
$20
Instructor: Debbie Miller
Computers Made Easy for Seniors
This non-threatening, hands-on class will help you ease
into computer age technology and become familiar with
the jargon, concepts and basic operations of computers.
DATP 110 ACC (3785)
Date:
September 7, 9, 14 and 16, 2010
Day:
Tuesday & Thursday
Time:
9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Location:
HCC Technology Center, Room T160
Cost:
$51.50 (1/2 credit)
Instructor: Bob Baker
DATP 110 BCC (3786)
Date:
September 7, 9, 14 and 16, 2010
Day:
Tuesday & Thursday – T160
Time:
1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Location:
HCC Technology Center, Room T160
Cost:
$51.50 (1/2 credit)
Instructor: Bob Baker
Internet and Email for Seniors
Examine the fascinating world of the Internet. Learn
how to send and receive messages and attachments
via e-mail, search various websites for information and
understand the basics of the World Wide Web.
DATP 110 CCC (3787)
Date:
September 21, 23, 28 and 30, 2010
Day:
Tuesday & Thursday
Time:
9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Location:
HCC Technology Center, Room T160
Cost:
$51.50 (1/2 credit)
Instructor: Bob Baker
DATP 110 ECC (3788)
Date:
September 21, 23, 28 and 30, 2010
Day:
Tuesday & Thursday
Time:
1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Location:
HCC Technology Center, Room T160
Cost:
$51.50 (1/2 credit)
Instructor: Bob Baker
Register for community education classes by completing and mailing
the form, visiting the admissions office, dropping off your registration at
HCC West, or calling 815-599-3612 for more information.
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Disability 411
Creating a future plan for your child with a disability or
adult dependent with a disability can be challenging.
Parents, siblings and other care givers will learn about legal
issues (trusts and guardianship), benefits (social security
and other funding opportunities), community resources
and transition planning. All classes are interactive and
structured to meet the specifics of the group.
PERS036JCC (3829)
Date:
September 14, 21, and 28, 2010
Day:
Tuesday
Time:
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Location:
HCC Student Conference Center, Room
H210
Cost:
$20.00
Instructor: Carl M. Mook, Advocate
Protected Tomorrows
Dance Class in Cedarville
Learn the rhythms and moves of the American Style
Cha Cha. Grab a partner and join the fun at the Jane
Addams Community Center. You must have a dance
partner to participate in this class.
PERS036ICC (3808)
Date:
October 18 – November 22
Day:
Monday
Time:
6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Location:
Jane Addams Community Center,
Cedarville, IL
Cost:
$30.00 per person
Instructor: Kelly Myers
Basic Drawing Techniques
Learn the basics of pencil drawing, taught with much
personal guidance by an experienced professional
artist. Express yourself and learn about line, shape,
texture, shading and more as you discover your own
artistic talent. Students should bring an 11x14 sketch
pad, a kneaded eraser, a table easel if possible, soft
charcoal, assorted pencils – HB, B3, B6, B9 or 10 –
tracing paper, a ruler, a 45 degree triangle and white
pastel (chalk). Class size is limited to 8.
PERS 036 CCC (3789)
Date:
September 15 – October 20, 2010
Day:
Wednesday
Time:
6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Location:
HCC West, Elizabeth, IL, Room 127
Cost:
$69.00
Instructor: Janet Checker
Beginning Oil Painting
This class is for the person interested in developing or
gaining additional knowledge of the art of oil painting.
Color, values, composition and different techniques used
in painting with oil will be covered, as well as drawing
techniques needed to create a finished oil painting. The
student will need to provide a table easel, 6 8x10 canvas
boards (12x16 are also OK but nothing larger), Viva paper
towels, mineral spirits or turpenoid with no odor, 3 filbert
brushes in assorted sizes, 3 bright brushes in assorted
sizes, a palette (a white plastic plate works well), and
paints in the following colors – Alizaran, Phalo blue, cad
yellow light, white, and black. Class size is limited to 8.
PERS 036 GCC (3790)
Date:
September 16 – October 7, 2010
Day:
Thursday
Time:
6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Location:
HCC West, Elizabeth, IL, Room 127
Cost:
$69.00
Instructor: Janet Checker
Painting Portraits From a Photo
Using pastels, acrylics or oils, students will learn the
process of painting a portrait, how to create a likeness
of the subject and give it dimension. Students will work
from photos of their choice. Participants will need to
provide a table easel, 6 8x10 canvas boards (12x16 are
also OK but nothing larger), Viva paper towels, mineral
spirits or turpenoid with no odor, 3 filbert brushes in
assorted sizes, 2 bright brushes in assorted sizes, a
palette (a white plastic plate works well), a photo from
which to create a portrait and paints in the following
colors – Alizaran crimson, Phalo blue, cad yellow light,
cad red light, yellow ochre, burnt umber, burnt sienna,
Viridian green, white, and black. Class size is limited to 8.
PERS 036 ECC (3791)
Date:
October 14 - November 4, 2010
Day:
Thursday
Time:
6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Location:
HCC West, Elizabeth, IL Room 127
Cost:
$69.00
Instructor: Janet Checker
Life Drawing/Painting
Students will learn the basics of life drawing with a posed
live model, how to draw what you actually see, correct
proportions and how to develop a guide to “map” the
figure. Experienced artists are also welcome. A model fee
will be assessed. Students working in oils will need to
provide a table easel, 6 8x10 canvas boards (12x16 are
also OK but nothing larger), Viva paper towels, mineral
spirits or turpenoid with no odor, 3 filbert brushes and
3 bright brushes in assorted sizes, a palette (a white
plastic plate works well), and paints in the following
colors – Alizaran, Phalo blue, cad yellow light, white,
and black. Participants choosing pastels should bring
10 sheets of 600 grade regular household sandpaper,
assorted soft pastels (Rembrandt brand recommended),
vine or willow charcoal, a kneaded eraser, a table easel, an
old toothbrush, a plastic plate, waxed paper, Viva paper
towels, a container for water and a ¼” wide flat bristle
brush. Most materials are available at hobby and art
supply stores or the HCC bookstore in Freeport. Class size
is limited to 8.
PERS 036 FCC (3792)
Date:
October 27 - November 17, 2010
Day:
Wednesday
Time:
6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Location:
HCC West, Elizabeth, IL Room 127
Cost:
$69.00
Instructor: Janet Checker
Travel Spanish
This class is designed to teach basic Spanish skills to
people who plan on traveling to a Spanish speaking
country for business or for pleasure. Topics will include
greetings, basic grammar and pronunciation, asking for
directions, shopping, eating at a restaurant, weather,
sports and recreation, and travel vocabulary. Students
will purchase a workbook (available in the HCC West
bookstore for approximately $20) and should also
bring a notebook and pen or pencil. Enrollment is
limited to 20.
CED 016 ACC (3793)
Date;
September 7 - October 12, 2010
Day:
Tuesday
Time:
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Location:
HCC West, Elizabeth, IL Room 126
Cost:
$39.00
Instructor: Gina Shelley
Business Spanish
This course is ideal for businesses with Spanish
speaking customers. The class will be a continuation
of the Travel Spanish course but it is not necessary to
have attended Travel Spanish to take Business Spanish.
Students will delve deeper into basic grammar and
pronunciation and will also cover the topics of talking
on the phone, shopping and telling time. Students
will purchase a workbook (available in the HCC West
bookstore for approximately $20) and should also
bring a notebook and pen or pencil. Enrollment is
limited to 20.
CED 016 BCC (3794)
Date:
October 19 - November 23, 2010
Day:
Tuesday
Time:
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Location:
HCC West, Elizabeth, IL Room 126
Cost:
$39.00
Instructor: Gina Shelley
Equine Weekend Clinics
Equine Communication
These two afternoons will give you a glimpse of your
possibilities to communicate with a horse.
The first Saturday afternoon you will practice
communication and also receive methods to improve
your skills until we meet for the second Saturday
afternoon a month later. Class size is 10.
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WFD 048 ACC 3853
Date:
October 16 and November 13
Day:
Saturday
Time:
Location:
1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
Country View Equestrian Center
2192 Clarno Rd
Monroe, WI
Cost:
$ 115
Instructor: Anki Fockstedt
Horse Handling and Riding
Here is your chance to try out horse handling and riding
with an experienced school horse and have fun at the
same time. You will learn some basics and experience
how to groom, handle, mount and ride a horse. No
previous experience is required. Class size is 6.
WFD 048 BCC 3854
Date:
September 19
Day:
Sunday
Time:
1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
Location:
Country View Equestrian Center
2192 Clarno Rd
Monroe, WI
Cost:
$ 50
Instructor: Anki Fockstedt
Horse Safety
Have you ever wondered what you have to consider for
you and the horse to be as safe as possible?
Here is a way for you to be informed in secure handling
methods and also to get an idea of an environment that
is as safe as possible for a horse and its handler. Class
size is 10.
WFD 048 CCC 3855
Date:
November 14
Day:
Sunday
Time:
Location:
1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
Country View Equestrian Center
2192 Clarno Rd, Monroe, WI
Cost:
$ 50
Instructor: Anki Fockstedt
A Bit of Horse Massage
Come on- take a step into the world of Horse Massage!
Perfect opportunity if you are curious and interested
to know more what horse massage is all about. These
hours will give you an idea of how, when and why
to massage. You will also practice an easy, short
massage. Class size is 10.
WFD 048 ECC 3856
Date:
October 17
Day:
Sunday
Time:
1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
Location:
Country View Equestrian Center
2192 Clarno Rd
Monroe, WI
Cost:
$ 50
Instructor: Anki Fockstedt
Tours du Jour
In conjunction with the Highland Community College
Community Education Department
MADISON QUILT EXPO
Friday, September 10, 2010
8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
$40.00 per person
Madison, WI
Highland Community College
Save on stress, gas, parking, and tickets and join us on
the bus to the Quilt Expo brought to you by Wisconsin
Public Television and Nancy Zieman. Check on the
website wiquiltexpo.com for event details: Workshops,
lectures, vendors, quilt competition. Cost includes
transportation and admission.
WICKED
Sunday, October 3, 2010
2:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.
$110.00 per person
Madison, WI
We have center first two row seats in the Overture
Center balcony in Madison for this hit play. The
performance is at 6:30 p.m. We will get to Madison
and all of the wonderful shops and restaurants which
surround the Overture Center in plenty of time for you
to decide where to eat before the play. We will provide
maps and suggestions for restaurants but the meal is
on you.
SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS
Saturday, October 23, 2010
1:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
$90.00 per person
Oakbrook, IL
Seven Brides for Seven Brothers takes place in the
1850’s in the Oregon wilderness when a young bride
desires to civilize and marry off her six rowdy brothersin-law to ensure the success of her own marriage.
Please make you entrée choice between roast turkey
breast or roast sirloin of beef. Salad, vegetable, potato
or rice, bread, dessert, and beverage are included. The
group who attended RAGTIME earlier this year had a
wonderful time and loved Drury Lane.
WOODFIELD
Saturday, November 13, 2010
8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Community Education Registration Form
$35.00 per person
Schaumburg, IL
Our annual trip to Eli’s Cheesecake Factory took a
step up last year when the owner, Marc Schulman,
had cheesecake samples and coffee for us. He even
had a drawing for 6 or 7 cheesecakes, so bring your
cooler (we will have a couple of coolers for general
use) and stock up now. We will get over to Woodfield
about 11:00 and you will have the rest of the day for
shopping. The bus has room to bring home bulky
items from IKEA.
DOWNTOWN CHICAGO
Wednesday, December 8, 2010
Saturday, December 11, 2010
8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
$40.00 per person (each trip)
On both days we will drop off and pick up on North
Michigan Avenue (Magnificent Mile) and Randolph
Street (the Loop). Maps and coupon books will be
provided for your shopping.
Watch area newspapers for latest information. Give a
trip for a gift, gift certificates available
All trips use fully equipped Dixon-Meyers Trailways
busses. Send $25.00 non-refunded deposit – if the trip
is cancelled, you get full refund. Sally Spudich, Tours
du Jours, 1660 Gladewood Drive, Freeport, IL 61032
With your deposit, please include a phone number
where you can be reached TRIPS LEAVE FROM
HIGHLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE NORTH WEST
CORNER OF PARKING LOT A (Conference Center)
Call to check on space available – (815) 232-7988
(Sally) or (815) 908-9422 (Candy) e-mail: sspudich@
verizon.net
Reservations will be confirmed by card upon receipt of
deposit. Balance due two weeks before trip.
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Highland Community College A-Z
What follows is an alphabetical listing of programs and areas of study offered by Highland
Community College. Call 815.599.3612 for more information, or visit HCC on the Web at
www.highland.edu.
Salary figures from Salary.com. Salaries are representative of earnings in the northern Illinois region as of September 2008 unless otherwise noted. Earning subject to change, and figures are
intended as a guide only. Unless indicated, salaries represent entry-level positions attainable with a certificate or 2-year degree.
Accounting and Financial Services
Associate of Applied Science Degree in Accounting
Accounting Certificate
Accounts Clerk Certificate
Online QuickBooks Certificate
Prepares you for:
Accountants maintain records, prepare and analyze financial reports, and participate
directly in the management of business and other organizations. Other duties may
include auditing accounts and records, certifying financial statements, and payroll.
Job positions include accounting technician, accounting assistant, accounting trainee,
clerk, and bookkeeper.
Average Yearly Earnings:
$25,205 - $31,422 Accounts Clerk
$30,043 - $38,889 Bookkeeper
Agriculture and Agri-business
Associate of Science Degree in Agriculture – Transfer Degree
Associate of Applied Science Degree in Agricultural Management
Agriculture Production Certificate
Prepares you for:
After completing a bachelor’s degree, students may find employment in a wide variety
of fields due to the all-encompassing nature of agriculture and its related products and
services. Some job titles and duties include farm manager, teacher, equipment sales,
finance, feed sales, and forestry consultant. Career paths for agricultural management
may include work with agricultural chemicals, feeds, fertilizers, grains, seeds, and
other business fields. Specific jobs on farms include farm operator and farm/herd
manager.
Average Yearly Earnings:
$29,486- $44,615 Agricultural Inspector with additional education
$35,883- $$52,821Conservation Worker with additional education
$31,553 - $38,159 Farm Manager
Business
Associate of Applied Science Degree in Business
Administration
Associate of Science Degree in Business
Administration – Transfer Degree
Clerical Business Certificate
Clerk Typist Certificate
Information Word Processing Certificate
Prepares you for:
Some of the more popular career choices for
business majors include accountants, auditors, managers, sales representatives, and
financial officers.
Average Yearly Earnings:
$32,426 - $39,309 for branch manager assistants
$25,205 - $31,422 for entry-level accounting
Chemistry
Associate of Science Degree in Chemistry – Transfer Degree
Prepares you for:
The three most common jobs people have one year after completion of their bachelor’s
degree in this major are chemical technician, chemist, and secondary teacher.
Average Yearly Earnings:
$31,386 - $46,159 with additional education
Computers
Associate of Science Degree in Computer Science – Transfer Degree
Associate of Applied Science Degree in Information Technology
Associate of Applied Science Degree in Information Systems
Computer Technician Certificate
Desktop Publishing Certificate
Prepares you for:
Art
Associate of Arts Degree in Art – Transfer Degree
Prepares you for:
Types of employment in the field
of art vary widely. Many students
transfer to a four-year institution
to pursue the bachelor of fine arts
degree, the professional degree
for a studio artist. Others choose
to pursue a career in museum
education or art history.
Average Yearly Earnings:
$36,963 - $52,942 Artist
$60,090 - $82,919 Art Manager in production (TV, advertising)
Biology
Associate of Science Degree in Biology – Transfer Degree
Associate of Science Degree in Biology Education – Transfer Degree
Prepares you for:
The four most common jobs people have one year after completion of their bachelor’s
degree in this major are biological technician, biological scientist, health technician,
and secondary teacher.
Average Yearly Earnings:
$40,421 - $54,025 Biology Teacher
$69,872 - $85,497 Scientist I – Biotech
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Students completing the computer technician certificate will be prepared to sit for the
A+ certification exam and enter the work place as an entry-level computer systems
technician. You may be qualified for jobs as a computer installer, computer repair
technician, technical support representative, and technical consultant.
One year after graduating from a four-year baccalaureate program in computer
science, graduates commonly work as computer programmer, systems analyst,
network analyst, information system specialist, and systems manager.
Average Yearly Earnings:
$26,501 - $34,516 computer operator/technician
$42,555 - $56,539 systems analyst with additional education
$39,587 - $50,503 network administrator with additional education
Cosmetology and Nail Technician
Cosmetology certificate
Nail Technician Certificate
Prepares you for:
Program graduates, once licensed, may
find employment providing hair, skin
and nail care services to salon clientele.
Other career possibilities for a licensed
cosmetologist include platform artist,
salon owner/manager or style director
for television, print or theater.
Average Yearly Earnings
$17,650 - $30,140 entry-level cosmetologist/barber
$38,827 - $59,098 management level position
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History
Associate of Arts Degree in Professional Education – Transfer Degree
Associate of Arts Degree in Teaching- Mathematics
Associate of Arts Degree in Teaching- Special Education
Associate of Arts Degree in Teaching- Early Childhood Education
Associate of Arts in Teaching- Early Childhood Education
Associate of Applied Science Degree in Early Childhood Education
Early Childhood Education: Basic Child Care Certificate
Early Childhood Education: Lead Teacher Certificate
Associate of Applied Science Degree in Paraprofessional Education
Paraprofessional Education Certificate
Prepares you for:
Graduates of four-year baccalaureate programs in this major are typically employed as
teachers. Early childhood graduates with an AAS degree are qualified to be childcare
workers (teachers), group workers, or childcare directors. The basic certificate
prepares you for work as an assistant teacher in a day care facility.
Average Yearly Earnings:
$21,765 - $29,681 daycare teacher
$40,421 - $54,025 public school teachers with additional education
Engineering
Associate of Science degree in Engineering Technology – Transfer Degree
Associate of Engineering Science – Transfer Degree
Computer Aided Design Certificate
Prepares you for:
Engineers work in a wide variety of settings such as industries, research facilities,
consulting firms, and governmental agencies. After attaining a baccalaureate degree,
students may work in one of several different engineering specialties including
aeronautical, civil, industrial, mechanical, chemical, or metallurgical.
Average Yearly Earnings:
$45,051 - $53,573 civil engineer with additional education
Geology
Associate of Science Degree in Geology – Transfer Degree
Prepares you for:
The most common jobs people have one year after graduating with a baccalaureate
degree in this major are geologist, science technician, secondary teacher, and
environmental scientist.
Average Yearly Earnings:
$35,455 - $43,732 with additional education
Graphic Design
Associate of Arts Degree in Graphic Design – Transfer Degree
Associate of Applied Science Degree in Graphic Design
Graphic Design Certificate
Prepares you for:
Areas of employment include graphic design, print media,
illustration, electronic publishing, communications,
entertainment, industry, and advertising.
Average Yearly Earnings:
$38,425 - $50,400 Designer I - web
$50,536 - $66,951 Web designer
Health Care
See also Medical Sciences or Nursing
Associate of Applied Science Degree in Information Technology, Health Care
Medical Transcriptionist Certificate
Medical Coding Certificate
Prepares you for:
Medical records and health information technicians organize and evaluate medical
records for completeness and accuracy. The medical transcriptionist transcribes dictated
orders and records for patients’ permanent files. Medical Coders are professionals skilled
in classifying medical data from patient records. These coders review patients’ records
and assign numeric codes for each diagnosis and procedure. Successful graduates are
eligible to take the national medical coding exams for certification
Average Yearly Earnings:
$33,613 - $41,607 medical records coding technician
$21,255 - $25,709 medical records clerk
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Associate of Arts Degree in History – Transfer Degree
Prepares you for:
Baccalaureate degree history majors typically are employed as teachers or researchers
in government, museums, and industrial research departments. A four-year degree
in history also provides a good background for careers in journalism, law or Foreign
Service.
Average Yearly Earnings:
$26,012 - $31,557 reporter with additional education
$41,931 - $54,877 grant writer with additional education
Human/Social Services
Associate of Arts Degree in Human/Social Service – Transfer Degree
Associate of Arts Degree in Sociology – Transfer Degree
Associate of arts Degree in Psychology – Transfer Degree
Prepares you for:
Graduates of four-year baccalaureate programs in this major are typically employed as
social workers or counselors in civic, health, industrial and governmental agencies, as
well as in personnel offices and educational institutions.
Average Yearly Earnings:
$36,911 - $44,520 with additional education
Liberal Arts
Associate of Science Degree in Liberal Arts – Transfer Degree
Associate of Arts Degree in Liberal Arts – Transfer Degree
Prepares you for:
The most common jobs people have one year after receiving a baccalaureate degree
with this major are secondary teacher, computer programmer, actuary, and computer
analyst.
Average Yearly Earnings:
$40,421 - $54,025 secondary teacher with additional education
$46,813 - $56,972 actuary with additional education
Mathematics
Associate of Science Degree in mathematics
Prepares you for:
The most common jobs people have one year after receiving a baccalaureate degree
with this major are statistician, claims adjuster, cryptoanalyst, forensics analyst. Also
there many jobs related to logistics. Jobs are also available with many government
agencies, such as, NASA, the Center for Disease Control, the Bureau of Labor
Statistics, the Census Bureau. Also, there are jobs on Wall Street, like market analyst
and stockbroker, secondary teacher, computer programmer, actuary, and computer
analyst.
Average Yearly Earnings:
$40,421 - $54,025 secondary teacher with additional education
$46,813 - $56,972 actuary with additional education
Manufacturing Technology
Associate of Applied Science in Industrial Manufacturing Technology
Basic Welding Certificate
Industrial Electronics and Controls Certificate
Machine Processes Certificate
Welding and Fabrication Certificate
Industrial Maintenance Technician Certificate
Prepares you for:
Typical occupations for graduates in the industrial manufacturing program include
electronics technician, manufacturing technician, CNC machine operator, CAD drafter,
test lab or design technician, tool and die maker, machinist, field service technician,
maintenance technician, and customer service technician.
Industrial manufacturing technology graduates are prepared to work with industrial
machines and manufacturing systems. Typical career positions include maintenance
technician, troubleshooter, machine builder, and field sales.
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Medical Sciences
Associate of Science Degree in Pre-Dentistry – Transfer Degree
Associate of Science Degree in Pre-Medical Technology – Transfer Degree
Associate of Science Degree in Medicine – Transfer Degree
Associate of Science Degree in Pre-Pharmacy– Transfer Degree
Associate of Science Degree in Pre-Veterinary Medicine– Transfer Degree
Prepares you for:
Typical job titles graduates of four-year baccalaureate programs in this major include
chief technologist, laboratory manager, clinical laboratory scientist, immunology
technologist, and staff technologist. Physicians, pharmacists, dentists and
veterinarians require additional education and a license to practice.
Average Yearly Earnings
$107,563 - $148,803 for dentists with additional education
$92,476 - $103,081 for pharmacists with additional education
Nursing
Associate of Applied Science Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Associate of Applied Science Degree – Medical Assistant (MA)
Associate of Applied Science in Emergency Medical Services - Paramedic
Practical Nursing Certificate (LPN)
Nurse’s Aid Certificate (CNA)
Prepares you for:
Positions are available for nurses in long-term care facilities, home health, hospitals,
physicians’ offices, and clinics. Nursing students can earn higher levels of certification
or degrees to increase their earning potential.
Average Yearly Earnings:
CNA - $22,111 - $26,696
CMA - $24,178 – $28,666
LPN - $33,115 - $39,717
ADN - $51,699 - $62,276
Physical Education
Associate of Science Degree in Physical Education – Transfer Degree
Prepares you for:
College graduates of four-year baccalaureate programs with a major in physical education
or related field may work as teachers, coaches, trainers, and recreational therapists.
Average Yearly Earnings:
$34,790 - $59,213 for personal trainers
Physics
Associate of Science Degree in Physics
Prepares you for:
The four most common jobs people have one year after completion of their bachelor’s
degree in this major are researcher, science technician, electrical/electronics engineer,
and computer analyst.
Average Yearly Earnings
$49,018 - $58,324 electrical engineer with additional education
Performing Arts
Associate of Arts Degree in Music – Transfer Degree
Associate of Arts Degree in Speech/Theatre – Transfer Degree
Prepares you for:
Following completion of a four-year baccalaureate degree in music, the most common
employment position opportunities are elementary and secondary music educators,
church and community music directors, private studio music instruction, and
professional performers. Graduates of baccalaureate programs in speech/theatre
are often employed in sales, secondary schools and colleges as teachers, radio/
television, industrial/management training, public relations, personnel administration,
governmental agency administration, and retailing.
Political Science
Associate of Arts Degree in Political Science – Transfer Degree
Prepares you for:
Baccalaureate-degree political science majors typically are employed in private-sector
management and public-sector positions on the local, state, and national levels. A
growing number of interest groups and foundations are employing more political
science majors. The field also serves as preparation for a pre-law major.
Average Yearly Earnings:
$70,698 - $96,102 attorney with additional education
Transportation Technology
Associate of Applied Science Degree in Auto Body Repair
Associate of Applied Science Degree in Automotive Mechanics
Automotive Service Level 1 Certificate
Automotive Service Level 2 Certificate
Prepares you for:
Auto body technicians will provide repair estimates and complete repair jobs ranging
from minor repairs to extensive rebuilding and refinishing. Automotive mechanic
program graduates may find jobs repairing and servicing mechanical and electrical
parts of passenger cars, trucks, buses, and other automotive vehicles.
Average Yearly Earnings:
$26,125 - $34,748 Mechanic
$33,248 - $40,408 Automobile estimator
Web Animation and Design
Associate of Applied Science in Web Animation and Design
Prepares you for:
Graduates will be qualified for entry-level employment in Web development, Web and
Network administration, game design, and commercial or personal media production.
Freelance/contract work is also common in this industry.
Average Yearly Earnings:
$40,206 - $52,827
Wind Turbine Technician
Associate of Applied Science
Certificate
Prepares you for:
Graduates enter the workforce with the skills to
succeed in entry-level technical position and with
additional training and experience may advance to
supervisory or advanced technical positions. Wind
turbine technicians may assist in the assembly of
individual wind generators or the construction of
wind farms; troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic
and electrical problems; perform preventive
maintenance and periodic inspections; and make
repairs to generation equipment.
Average Yearly Earnings:
$24,900 - $35.300 in Central North Dakota’s
wind turbine technician jobs according to www.
thinkenergygroup.com
Industry specific salary information is unavailable for northwest Illinois because
this is an emerging industry. Salary.com reports a starting salary for installation and
maintenance technicians in the energy and utilities field in our region at $30,098 as of
March 1, 2008.
Average Yearly Earnings:
$37,179 - $55,086
Average Yearly Earnings
$46,814 - $63,039 for assembly supervisor
$30,194 - $44,140 for CNC Programmer
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