community education - Las Positas College

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Inspired
COMMUNITY
E D U C AT I O N
Life-Long Learning
and
Professional Development
Fall 2015
Schedule
Classes through
December 2015
Register Online
www.laspositascollege.edu/communityed
925.424.1467
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Las Positas College Community Education
Welcome to Fall!
La s Po s i t a s C o l l e g e
C O M M U N I T Y E D U C AT I O N
Welcome to Fall 2015! We have been inspired by the 1 Million Hours Celebration of Livermore’s
Centennial Lightbulb to bring our Tri-Valley Community the brightest selection of lifelong learning
opportunities! We have a well curated group of exceptional classes that will inspire you this Fall.
Looking to learn to draw? Improve your computer skills? Become the Certified Social Media
professional at your office? What about learning how to converse with your Spanish patients about
their medical concerns? Maybe you are interested in learning to speak Chinese, play the guitar or
make your own gifts for the holidays.
Community Education at Las Positas College can support you as you work to achieve these goals.
Fee-based classes are not for college credit, and have no grades or transcripts. Brighten your own
life with learning this Fall! Register today. (Registration instructions are on Page 22.)
“I have not failed. I’ve just found 10,000 ways that won’t work.”
— Thomas Edison
In Learning,
Frances DeNisco
Program Coordinator
Featured Instructors
Kate Ruddle
“My sculptural installations consist of sewn and manipulated fabric
sculpture (apparel, home decor, equestrian, camping, nautical) as well
as photographic images and video. I use fabric, video and architectural
elements to create objects and environments that explore how fabric can
protect or control and reveal and define social position. My art references
architecture, clothing and customs to investigate boundaries of personal
and public space. I like to play with trappings that serve to wrap people
into a social structure.” Kate teaches drawing for Community Education.
See Page 4 for her class.
“Handmade skin care products have always intrigued me. It started as teenager, when I experimented with homemade facial masks made from whatever I found in the kitchen.
Later, I decided to branch out and try my hand at handmade soap. I still
remember that first soap bar I made -- man, was I proud! So proud, in fact,
that I made dozens more and handed them out to friends and family.
From then on, I was hooked. If I could make all-natural soap, what other
skin and bath products could I make with natural ingredients?
Since then, I have made every skin care, cosmetic and bath product imagAngela Palmer
inable. Truly, it’s an obsession. I grow my own herbs and flowers specifically to add to my skin care creations. I love handmade skin care, and I hope you will too!” take
Angela Palmer’s classes listed on page 8.
Expanded class descriptions on Website • Classes take place on campus unless noted.
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FALL 2015
Table Of Contents - FALL 2015
Languages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Art . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Parenting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Hawks Home Games! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Photography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Career & Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-12
Real Estate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
College Preparatory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Theatre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-20
Computers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Travel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Culinary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Online . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Financial Planning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Wellness & Activity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9, 10
Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Writing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7, 8
No college credit is offered. Classes do not require admission to the college, and do not involve exams. There are no transcripts or grades and classes are not transferable.
Minimum enrollment is required for classes to start. Community Education is a self-supporting entity of LPC and is not funded by taxpayer dollars. Community Education
classes are offered in addition to the LPC instructional program. Community Education classes do not necessarily reflect the views or policies of Las Positas College. Las
Positas College does not endorse any person or product.
Coming This Spring!
Code Hobbits
In the Spring of 2016, Community Education will be
teaming with Code Hobbits to bring Python Programming
and Electronics education to the
Tri-Valley for Middle and High School students.
We’re offering a low cost introduction class, and developing an interest list.
Give your child the advantage that only living near Silicon Valley can provide!
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We have an Early Childhood Development Center at Las Positas College!
At the Early Childhood Development Center, we recognize that the family is the child’s first teacher, we
believe in partnership with the child and their family is essential and healthy. Integral to our philosophy
is recognizing that children are competent learners who develop socially, emotionally, physically,
creatively, and cognitively in an authentic learning environment.
Enroll your child today—Toddler and Preschool Programs are available!
Call 925-424-1560 for more information!
Chabot-Las Positas Community College District Board of Trustees
Donald L. “Dobie” Gelles, President • Carlo Vecchiarelli, Secretary
Arnulfo Cedillo, Ed.D • Isobel F. Dvorsky • Hal G. Gin, Ed.D. • William L. “Will” Macedo • Marshall Mitzman, Ph.D.
Jannett N. Jackson, Ph.D. , Chancellor • Barry A. Russell, Ph.D., President, Las Positas College
Las Positas College Community Education Staff
Sylvia Rodriguez, Dean of Enrollment Services • Frances DeNisco, Program Coordinator
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NEW
ART
Colored Pencil Matting and Framing Workshop Tired of spending $300 to frame your artwork? Come learn how
to do it yourself! Frame your art and photographs for gifts or
exhibitions. This one-day workshop is geared to works on paper. Learn various matting and framing alternatives with a focus
on cutting single and double beveled-edge window mats. Bring
an artwork and, if possible, a frame. Students with their own
matboard will be exempted from the materials fee. Additional
details will be provided to registered students. Class is limited
to 12. Michael Fredrich is the President of the Livermore Valley
Camera Club and a master level photographer. AL270
11/14/15
Sat 10:00am - 4:00pm
Material Fee (in class) $10
$89
Landscape Drawing We will draw the beautiful landscape on campus, while learning the concepts of contrast and shadow. Drawing experience is not necessary but a class like Want to Draw would
be a helpful prerequisite. Materials list online. Ruddle $89
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Pen and Ink
Pen and ink drawing is a fascinating method by which to
develop drawing skills and create elaborate value studies.
Participants in this three-day workshop will utilizea variety
of drawing instruments including a brush and and various
colored inks. All levels welcome. Ages 16 and older. Materials list will be provided online. Saltsman PI567 9/18/15-10/2/15
Fri 6:00 - 9:00pm $99
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NEW
Drawing Shells, Feathers, Pods,
Seeds, Fruit and Leaves Did you collect some shells this summer? Looking forward to
Fall cornucopias? Students will take a close look at nature’s exquisite creations. Rendering them in realistic style. We will use
graphite, colored pencil, and pen and ink. All levels welcome. 16
and over. Materials list will be provided online. Saltsman SS326 10/9/15-10/23/15 Fri 6:00 - 9:00pm
10/31/15-11/14/15 Sat 9:30am - 12:30pm $99
Languages
Want to draw - but don’t know where to begin? Let this class
show you the way! Break out of the talent myth - drawing is
a learned skill that anyone can master with knowledge, patience, and practice. This class is an excellent introduction to
the basic skills you need to learn in order to draw. You will be
taught how to see from a right brain perspective and that will
open your eyes to the world of drawing. We cover contour
drawing, design, sighting and measuring, perspective, and
shading. Class includes lectures, demonstrations, individual
attention to student work, and lots of time to have fun drawing! Ages 17 to adult. Materials list online. Kate Ruddle is an
exhibiting artist in the Bay Area with an MFA in Sculpture. She
received the Norfolk Fellowship for Drawing and Painting at
Yale University in 1998 and has studied in Florence, Italy.
AL677 12/5/15-12/19/15 Sat 10:00am - 1:00pm AL272
$69
Beginning Drawing AL101 10/3/15-10/31/15 Sat 10:00am - 1:00pm
Discover the wonders of colored pencil, a versatile medium
useful for sketching and mixing with other art mediums. This
three-day workshop will explore a variety and techniques. Emphasis will be placed on the use of variety of papers and drawing surfaces. All levels welcome. Ages 16 and up. Materials list
will be posted online prior to the first class. Encouraging her
students along the journey of self-discovery through creativity is a lifelong passion of Nancy’s. Nancy Saltsman has been
showing her art in the Bay Area since 1992. She has been
teaching workshops to adults for many years. $99
Beginning Conversational Italian Spend the Fall in Italy (or at least feel like you did!). This class
gives participants the opportunity to enrich their travels in Italy,
or just nurture their love of Italian. Gain a basic knowledge of
the Italian used at markets, shops, restaurants and traveling in
general. Each class meeting will also include a discussion on
Italian culture. John Crosetti has just returned from teaching
English,Geography and Mathematics in Spain and Italy. AL415 10/22/15-12/3/15 Thu 7:00 - 9:00pm Material Fee (in class) $5
$159 Conversational American Sign Language Basics class starts with a preparatory phase to attune students
to communication in the manual-visual mode. Instruction and
practice in vocabulary, sentence structure, elementary conversation, and literature follow the prep phase. Also, sign language
games will help students learn! Lois Gatehouse has been teaching the deaf for 46 years, and brings her vast experience with
students of all ages to the ASL Community Education. AL618 9/25/15-10/30/15 Fri 7:00 - 8:30pm $139
Conversational French Level II Designed for students with a little bit of French, or who
have taken Conversational French Mini-Course in the past.
Includes continuing with the basic language structures and
cultural courtesies needed in everyday situations such as
eating, shopping and traveling. With gentle coaching, you
will practice speaking and become more confident in your
use of French. Sonia Kechich was born in Tunisia, and she
has studied French since she was 7 years old. She traveled in
France extensively. She is studying languages and teaching
her children French at home in Pleasanton. AL111 9/25/15-10/30/15 Fri 7:30 - 9:00pm continued
$139
AL 111 11/6/15-12/11/15 Fri 7:30 - 9:00pm $139
Conversational French Mini-Course An introduction for beginners to the basic language structures
and cultural courtesies needed in everyday situations such as
eating, shopping and traveling. With gentle coaching, you will
practice speaking and become more confident in your use of
French. Kechich
AL111 9/25/15-10/30/15 Fri 6:00 - 7:30pm continued
AL 111 11/6/15-12/11/15 Fri 6:00 - 7:30pm $139
$139
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Young Learners Academy:
French Short Course
Music
Let your child discover language and s/he will discover the
world! Class is designed for students between the ages fo 8
and 14. This introductory class is maintains a balance in understanding, speaking, listening comprehension and writing
while at the same time presenting the cultures of the target
language in an age-appropriate setting. Kechich
AL662 9/25/15-10/30/15 Fri 4:30 - 5:30pm $99
Beginning
Conversational Spanish
Gain a basic understanding of conversational Spanish
through pronunciation and reading of the culture and lives
of Spanish speaking people. Emphasis is placed on learning to ask for everyday information and services while traveling. This course provides a foundation for further study
of the Spanish language. Required Text: Practical Spanish
Grammar, by Marcial Prado (ISBN: 0-471-13446-5) available
online or at the LPC bookstore. Please purchase the book
prior to the first class meeting. Aida Moyer has had extensive
experience teaching Spanish in Columbia and is currently
teaching Spanish at Livermore High School.
AL110 9/17/15-10/22/15 Thu 7:30 - 9:00pm continued
AL110 10/29/15-12/10/15 Thu 7:30 - 9:00pm $139
$139
Intermediate Conversational Spanish
Have you taken Beginning Spanish and Continued Spanish
in Community Education? Then this class is for you! Also, if
you are familiar with Spanish, but want some practice time
in the language, come and join us! Bring your book back
with you to class, and call the office if you will just be joining
at this level to get the book name and ISBN prior to class so
you can order it online. Moyer AL110x4 9/17/15-10/22/15 Thu 6:00 - 7:30pm continued
AL110x4 10/29/15-12/10/15 Thu 6:00 - 7:30pm $139
$139
Conversational Mandarin
This class is designed for adults who are interested in continuing to learn conversational Mandarin. Chinese/mandarin
pinyin pronunciation system will be taught at the beginning,
then we will focus on daily communication, covering basic
sentences and responses used during scenarios such as
sightseeing, introductions, apologies, saying thanks, discussion about the weather, ordering food at a restaurant,
shopping, making a phone call and transportation. Please
purchase ‘’Mastering Conversational Chinese for the Beginner’’ with MP3 Audio files (ISBN#9780804842358) prior to
the first class. Class does involve homework. Liying Wei
taught Chinese to native Chinese speakers when she lived
in Shanghai. She continues teaching Chinese to EnglishSpeaking students when she moved to the US in 1995. She
has devoted herself to designing and creating an effective
and enjoyable language and cultural learning environment
for her students. Her goal is maximize not just student Chinese language skills, but also their interest in and enjoyment
of the Chinese culture. AL334 9/15/15-10/20/15 Tue 4:00 - 5:30pm continued
AL334 10/27/15-12/8/15 Tue 4:00 - 5:30pm $139
$139
FAST TRACK Guitar: Strummin’ Fancy
The basic up/down strum does not always work for all
songs. Basic Chordal accompaniments can be flavored up
with some Fancy Strummin’ instruction. The rhythm riff
can be the signature of a song. You can make a chord progression sound different every time you play it by developing your right hand to play different rhythms and strums.
It is rhythm that lays down the groove and often sets the
flavor of the musical piece. These techniques can be applied to any genre of music and can make playing your
guitar challenging, interesting and fun. Students must have
their own guitar (acoustic or electric) and bring a chromatic
tuner the first day of class. Candace Brown, MS, has taught
guitar and performed professionally in bands for many
years. Candace owns Music Arts Academy in Livermore,
and provides private guitar lessons and voice. MU786 9/16/15-10/7/15 Wed 7:30 - 9:00 PM Material Fee (in class) $20
$99 Fast Track Campfire Guitar
In the early cool evening of Fall, what could be more fun
than to learn simple songs to sing around the campfire
while camping, around a firepit in your own backyard, or at
a gathering with family and friends. Focus is on simple strum
and sing campfire songs. Learn to read easy chords by using chord diagrams and learn simple strum patterns. Easy
campfire songs with have 2 to 3 chords each. Ages 16 to
adult! Please bring your guitar to the first class. Brown AL536 10/14/15-11/4/15 Wed 7:30 - 9:00pm Material Fee (in class) $15
$89 Jammin’ Guitar Sessions
Know some basic chord progressions, melodies and lead
lines? No one to jam with to enjoy your playing and continue your learning? Class brings guitarists together to learn
to play duets and have vocals added to your playing. Bring
your Axe, and songbooks to share and enjoy the gift of music together with others. Class is a 6-week fast track. Come
enjoy the magic of music and makes some friends and jam
partners!
Use music to relax yourself after a long day. Brown
MU643 12/2/15-12/16/15 Wed 7:30 - 9:00pm Material Fee (in class) $20
$99
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NEW
Classical Guitar Ensemble In this beginning level classical guitar ensemble, each
member is given the opportunity to study a new repertoire
from a variety of composers while learning the dynamics of
playing in a group. Course also covers technique and basic theory to enhance each player’s ever-developing ability.
Together the ensemble will create beautiful, elegant music
to be performed for an audience. Class is 3 months long
culminating in a performance. Must have your own instrument.
Music will be provided. Corkery
Adults
CGE411 9/15/15-12/8/15 Tue 7:00 - 8:00pm $315
Teens
CGE411 9/15/15-12/8/15
$315
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Piano for the Adult Beginner If you always wanted to learn how to play the piano, now is your
chance! This easy step-by-step class will guide you through
the fundamentals of piano playing which includes rhythm, music notation, and music theory. Beginning adult students will
find this course challenging enough to be interesting, yet easy
enough to experience a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction. Music has been Galina Corkery’s lifelong passion. She began her studies of classical piano, voice and choir at the age of
five in Russia’s highly competitive Vladivostok School of Music.
Her musical studies continued at Vladivostok University where
she graduated with her formal degree in piano and voice. Upon
moving to the Bay Area in 2003, she opened her own studio
which combines the best of Russian and American approaches
to music for all ages and levels. PA126 9/14/15-10/5/15 Mon 7:00 - 7:45pm Material Fee (in class) $21
$89
Music Reading for Total Beginners Have you always wanted to play a musical instrument but
never had the chance to take lessons--or have you tried and
not succeeded? In this program, designed for the complete
beginner with no musical background (or for those wanting
to brush up on their music reading from childhood), you’ll
learn quickly the basic music reading skills so that you can
follow up with the next class, Instant Piano, or continue
with traditional music lessons some day. This is an ideal
introduction to the music theory you need to play any instrument or sing alone or in a choir, and you’ll also learn
the fundamentals of the piano keyboard. Class size limited
to 20. Ages 16-adult. Cox Faust AL407
9/26/15 Sat 9:30am - 1:00pm Material Fee (in class) $15
$50 Music teachers may not want you to know this, but adults can
learn HOW to play the piano like pop piano players after just a
few hours of instruction. You can learn enough in this one-day
workshop to unlock your hidden musical talent, even if you’re
a beginner and do not know how to read music. The PBS program, Piano in a Flash, is based on this method. You’ll learn
how to make all the chords you’ll need to play any song in
this one session. You’ll then perfect your skill at home using a
resource book and CD purchased from the instructor. It’s easy,
fun, and musically correct! Total beginners, please take the
Music Reading class offered on the same day first. Class size
is limited to 17. Ages 16-adult. Carol Faust, M.A., has taught
piano and other instruments for more than 40 years. 9/26/15
Sat 1:30 - 5:00pm Material Fee (in class) $25
Mastering Your SLR Digital Camera Do you control your camera or does it control you? If you
shoot mostly on AUTO mode, you are only using a very small
portion of what your camera. This class will release the potential of what it can do and how you can greatly improve
your images. Want to stop being just a snap-shot-taker, and
reduce your hundreds of snapshots to just a few quality images, then this is definitely the class for you. Your SLR camera has numerous functions that are obvious but many are
hidden. Find out what they are and where to find them. Learn
exposure, how to use selected focus, ISO and white balance,
how to turn night into day and many other methods that will
help you to control and utilize your camera to its fullest potential. Hand’s on class for beginners and advanced amateur
photographers. REQUIREMENT: SLR camera. Bring camera
and instruction manual to all classes. Ligon PH289 9/14/15-10/5/15
Mon 6:00 - 9:00pm $119
Photoshop Basics–Postproduction Artistry Instant Piano for Hopelessly Busy People AL114
Photography
$50
This class is for you if you are a beginner who have dabbled
with a few tools but want to get to the next level. Or you may
have no idea how to use the program. Learn a simplified,
step-by-step method that will allow you quickly and easily
to upload, open and manipulate your images using the fundamental and advanced tools as well as the power of layers.
You will work on your assignment on Apple computers in the
classroom and on you won PC at home. Have a memory card
available to save your work as well as to bring in you assignments to class. Assignment(s) will be given as reinforcement
to the class lecture/computer time with a detailed tutorial on
each project so you will not be lost after leaving the class. You
will see a vast improvement in you images with the knowledge
learned in this class. Jack has taught numerous photography
classes at LPC since 2004. He has worked as a professional
photographer as well as been teaching since 1975. Ligon AL628 9/18/15-10/16/15 Fri 6:00 - 9:00pm $99
Portrait Photography Learn to dance
too this Fall!
Take your own great family portraits for your Holiday cards,
emails and letters! Learn the methods of professional portrait photographers and never go to a studio for your portrait
needs again. Included: secrets of studio and natural lighting, posing, clothing as well as many ‘’tricks of the trade.’’
Your pictures will look as good as studio images. Learn how
to use common materials to make special effects including
soft focus, blurred outer edges, and inexpensive props to
make your images unique. Equipment needed: adjustable
camera with new batteries, and a small telephoto lens. This
is a ‘’hands-on’’ course, with studio and outdoor sessions.
Class is limited to 10 students. Ages 14-adult. Ligon See Page 9
AL267 9/26/15
Sat 9:00am - 4:00pm $79
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The Exciting World of Night Photography Writing
There is an entire different and dynamic world out there for photographers...NIGHT TIME. Learn how to take control of it and extend
your shooting time from 12 to 24 hours a day. Never feel limited
again at night because you do not know how easy it is to set up
your camera. The night will come alive for you with scenes that
glow, dance, streak, blaze and explode out of the darkness. You will
be able to take the night and turn it into day! Learn how to shoot
holiday lights, cityscapes, fireworks, fairs, scenics and so much
more. A SLR or adjustable point and shoot camera and tripod required. Bring your camera, camera’s manual and tripod to the class
to learn how to set up your camera to capture the night. Ligon
NP101 10/3/15-10/10/15 Sat 7:00 - 9:00pm Get Published Now
$59
Evening Photography: The Hills & Mills
of Livermore Should I Self Publish? And How Do I
Market My Work? Class is scheduled to capture sunset, with a discussion of
what makes this type of lighting challenging, and how to
capture it appropriately. Discover the rolling hills and winding roads of Livermore and capture the post card images of
the elegant and stark beauty of old farmhouses and sheds.
Just before sunset we will end up at a special sight to learn
how to capture dynamic majesty of the windmills during
sunset. Join me and discover those special areas and learn
the secrets of creating spectacular images. Learn how to
make the most of evening light in your photographs! Ligon
Self-publishing is all the rage, but is it the best option for
YOU? And can you do both? Discover pros and cons of
traditional publishing, and explore all of the self-publishing options that are now available. Learn where to find traditional publishers and self-publishing companies as well.
And once you’ve made the choice, you book will need to
be marketed regardless of how its published! Effective
book marketing utilizes a variety of methods to maximize
exposure and profits, and many options, like books signings, are free. Krusemark
AL555 10/17/15
WR411 9/24/15
Thu 7:00 - 9:00pm Material Fee (in class) $20
Sat 3:00 - 9:00pm
$69
Composition is the Key to Great Images Detailed class will give you the knowledge to immediately improve your picture taking skills in a shortest amount of time.
Learn The Rule of Thirds, Near/Far relationships, Large/small,
composition, use of shape and form, and light and shadow.
Learn how to crop your images as you are shooting as well as
in your postproduction work. Use of this knowledge will transform the way you shoot. More than anything else the knowledge learned will improve your creativity, style and put that
‘’WOW’’ factor into your pictures. Students have indicated that
these two areas of knowledge have advanced the professional
look of their images more than anything else they have studied. Please bring on a flash drive, 10 to 15 of your images to
the 1st class for review. Class is suggested as a pre-requisite
for Night photography trips. For 15 years Jack Ligon owned
and operated a photography studio and has been awarded
top honors for his work with executives and lay people alike.
His commercial images have been featured in magazines, TV
advertisements and countless brochures. Jack is recognized
by the Professional Photographers of America for developing
unique styles of studio lighting. PH973 11/10/15-11/17/15 Tue 6:00 - 9:00pm $59
Golden Gate Bridge Photography Day Trip Photographic field trip allows one to experience the Golden
Gate Bridge at each end as well as scenic areas along the way.
We will travel north HWY80, through the Embarcadero area
with a side trip to Treasure Island and finally to The Presidio and to the 1st end of the Bridge. Then, we’ll travel over
the bridge to Fort Baker to shoot the bridge from the other
end, as well as see backroads and bunkers for the artillery
that protected the Bay during WWI and WWII. Also in view:
the amazing San Francisco skyline. Bring your picnic lunch to
enjoy overlooking the Bay. Call the office for materials list after
you
enroll. We will be carpooling. Limited to 8 students. Ligon
AL5111 11/21/15
Sat 6:00 - 11:59pm $69
$39
Beginner’s Guide to Getting Published Did you know Stephen King was rejected 75 times before
he sold his first novel? If your goal is to become a published freelance writer by selling a magazine article, short
story, poem, or even a novel, this comprehensive workshop will guide you to, then past the editor’s desk. You will
discover how to: become a ‘’published’’ writer overnight,
submit manuscripts the correct way, find the right publisher for your work, writing irresistible query letters, 100
ways to make money as a freelance writer, and obtain FREE
future Q&A opportunities. If you really want to succeed,
this step-by-step workshop, taught by a successful published writer, is a must! LeeAnne Krusemark is an author,
business owner, and adjunct professor at more than 200
colleges from Maine to Hawaii, including Purdue, and an
online instructor at more than 1,000 facilities worldwide. AL261
9/24/15
$39
Publish Your Book for FREE!
Hands-on Create Space Tutorial. Workshop is a hands-on,
step-by-step guide to get your paperback book published
in only an hour. One hour! Copyright, ISBN, and uploading
to Amazon will be discussed, as well as a free eBook option
after publication. Bring your laptop (you’ll need to connect
to the internet). Bring your completed formatted book file
on it and make your publishing dreams come true! See
special notes on the Community Education website in this
course description to understand how to format your book
prior to class. $99 materials fee is payable to the instructor
at class, for a guidebook, and personal consultations with
the instructor after the class is over.
Prerequisite: you must have taken the Should I Self
Publish and How Do I Market seminar. Krusemark WR411 9/24/15
$29
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E-Publishing, Self-Publishing, and More Essential Oils for Health and Wellness Have you dreamed of being published or e-published? Are you
ready to be published now? Do you want to see your book on
Amazon.com? Writing the great American novel may take years
but writing a useful book doesn’t - it just takes know-how to put
it all together into a finished piece of work. You’ll learn how to:
Be published - quickly and easily; Offer it as a pay-per-download
product from your Web site; Convert your book to an e-book for
the iPad, Kindle and PDF formats for FREE; Protect your work
with copyrights and trademarks. Mike Rounds is a successful
consultant and professional speaker with 20 years of experience. He has worked for both large and small firms including
Miller Brewing Company®, Coleco ToysR, UC Berkeley, and a
variety of small and medium size businesses.
Why do restaurants put peppermint candy by the checkout? Why
do smells bring back certain memories? Discover how essential oils
work to enhance wellness. Explore the ancient and modern ways
people have used essential oils to help them stay healthy. Come
learn how to use natural therapeutic-grade essential oils to enhance
your life and the lives of your family members and pets. Carol Cox
Faust earned her BA and MA degrees in Music at San Jose State.
She has been studying natural and alternative health modalities for
over 40 years and the therapeutic use of oils for 6 years. WR283 10/23/15
Fri 6:30 - 9:30pm Material Fee (in class) $30
$39 Culinary
Seasonal Tea: Perfect Cup for Fall
Tea can be a highlight of the Fall and Holiday season. Experience the season with a healthy cup of tea! The tea aisle at the
store is overwhelming and the fancy tea store is expensive.
There has to be a happy medium, right? This class is it! Learn
the history of tea and its varieties. Did you know that black,
green, white and rooibos tea each have different health benefits? Did you know tea leaves can be used in cooking and
put in lotions and soaps? Learn how to properly brew tea,
decaffeinate it, reinfuse it, make it stronger, and save time on
brewing. You will be offered the opportunity to sample scones,
a dessert mix and four pots of Seasonal specialty tea. Leave
class with directions from brewing tea, a dessert mix, one bag
of tea, and tea satches for brewing. (Ages 16+). Kathryn Wagenblast started introducing eager learners to the joys, health
benefits, and fine art of brewing the perfect cup of tea She has
been a certified teacher for over 17 years.
TE411
or
10/23/15
$29 TE411
11/20/15 Fri 6:30 - 8:30pm Material Fee (in class) $20
$29 10/10/15 Sat 10:00am - 1:00pm Material Fee (in class) $5
$39 Pet First Aid According to the American Animal Hospital Association, 25%
more pets could be saved if just one Pet First Aid technique
were used before getting emergency veterinary care. Come
learn the essentials of pet rescue in a fun, low-stress and handson environment. Join us and other pet lovers as we cover such
topics as: recognizing an emergency, performing pet CPR and
First Aid, stocking a Pet First Aid Kit, and treating common illnesses. Leave your pet at home, though, for this essential class,
as pets aren’t allowed on campus. American Safety Academy
HG462 10/17/15 Sat 9:30am - 12:30pm $49
Save Money with Extreme Couponing Learn how to save $$$ every day with extreme couponing.
Coupons are NOT just for groceries. Savings can add up to
HUNDREDS or even thousands each year. Comprehensive
workshop teaches you: *where to find all different types of coupons; how to find the best coupon web sites; how to decipher
coupon policies; the best way to sort and store coupons; how to
find other people to trade coupons with. Feel free to bring your
coupons to class for a trading session. Workshop is taught by
someone who has used coupons to save thousands and has
learned many couponing secrets. Krusemark EC328 9/25/15 Fri 4:00 - 5:00pm Material Fee (in class) $10
$29 HandMade Holiday
Make a Handcrafted Soap Gift Set Join us for a few hours of soap-making and leave with a beautifully packaged gift set ready for giving. During class, you’ll
make three individual soap bars and package them in a cute
gift basket. This handcrafted soap set makes a perfect hostess gift, or unique present for that hard-to-shop-for someone
on your list. Not crafty? No worries, this is easy. Palmer Home
Clutterology® Eliminate Clutter in Your Life! Tired of searching your house for that lost something or stumbling over your stuff? You CAN change your environment to
work for you with simple, easy and practical ideas to remove
clutter from your life and get organized...BEFORE your epitaph
reads: Buried here under this pile. If you feel that your life is being controlled by your STUFF, attend this fun-filled, interactive
program where you will learn; the difference between organized
and neat; the true cost of your stuff; how to get your name off
junk mail lists; a strategy for keep or toss. Bring the following
items with you for charitable donation: old cell phones, empty
laserjet cartridges, paperback and hardbound books, one item
from your kitchen, and 2 items from your closet. The instructor
is Nancy Miller, Author of the book Clutterology #0-9629944-05, past president of the national Speakers Association, Greater
Los Angeles Chapter and member of NAPO (National Association of Professional Organizers). HG106 10/28/15 Wed 6:30 - 9:30pm Material Fee (in class) $30
H222 $39 HG953 11/7/15 Sat 9:30am - 12:30pm $39 Material Fee (in class) $24
Make a Bath and Body Gift Set! Looking for a unique gift for that special someone? They’ll love
a bath and body set that you’ve handcrafted yourself! Classroom will be turned into a handmade skin care workshop,
where you will make your choice of bath bombs, body scrubs,
bath soaks and more .Skin care expert Angela Palmer will show
you how. You’ll leave with your luxurious products packaged
and read for gift giving! Please come dressed to get messy. You
will make 3 products plus packaging sundries. Angela Palmer is
a licensed esthetician specializing in holistic skincare. She has
extensively studied herbs and botanicals and their effects on the
skin, and has made skincare products for many years. Angela
has been an instructor since 2000. PE898 11/14/15 Sat 9:30am - 12:30pm $39 Material Fee (in class) $18
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Parenting
Wellness and Activity
Helping Older Children Become
Responsible and Independent CPR and AED for the Community Lack of responsibility is a common complaint of parents of
older teens and young adults. We expect our children to get a
good education, grow up, and move away from home. Many
children struggle with this. Problems may begin with a high
school student performing below his ability or may show
up after graduation where the child seems unmotivated to
work hard in college, learn a trade, or get a job. As parents,
there is much we can do to help our children learn to be
responsible and become independent. This class will teach
you what to do in the teen years to help your child successfully navigate the path to becoming an independent and selfsufficient adult. It will also cover how to help a ‘’failure to
launch’’ child make the difficult transition from adolescence
to adulthood (being independent and self-sufficient). As a
parent you have a critical role in this process (Suitable for
parents of children 13 to 25). Tom Dozier is a behaviorist and
parenting coach, and he has a board certification in behavior
analysis. See www.guaranteedpt.com for more information
about Tom and the skills he teaches. Tom and his wife Pam
have 4 children and 6 grandchildren. RF907
10/16/15
Fri 7:00 - 9:30pm $49
Stop Using Coercion and Do Something
That Really Works
Tired of kids dawdling and refusing to do as told? Learn how
to stop yelling, nagging and questioning and do something
that really works. Research has shown that the most effective way to strengthen desirable behavior is through positive
reinforcement. The materials used in this class were developed by Dr. Glenn I. Latham, author of ‘’The Power of Positive Parenting.’’ Learn about the 10 common parenting traps,
what to do when a child misbehaves and most importantly,
what to do when a child behaves well, so that good behavior will increase. By eliminating coercion, you will increase
Positive Family Communication and establish yourself as an
Adult Role Model. You will also learn how to teach your values to your children, in such a way that they will internalize
them. For parents of children ages 3 to 16. Dozier
RF900
10/23/15
Fri 7:00 - 9:30pm $39
Transforming the Strong-Willed Child With this class, you can turn ‘’No! I won’t and you can’t make
me!’’ into smiles and ‘’Ok, Mommy.’’ Strong-willed children can
be very difficult to parent because they fight your authority and
enjoy the battles they create. Based on extensive research in
child behavior, this class will teach you how to end the battles
with your child and motivate your child to cooperate and please
you. This 2-week class will teach you practical skills to use right
away. Using primarily positive methods, you will transform your
child and your home so everyone is happier. Battling with a child
is no fun. Come learn how to put the fun back in parenting. You
will be glad you did, and so will your child! (Suitable for parents
with children ages 3 to 10). Dozier RF141 11/6/15-11/13/15 Fri 7:00 - 9:30pm $59
Learn to recognize the signs and symptoms of cardiac arrest,
injuries and sudden illnesses. In our CPR/AED course, learn how
to provide CPR for adults, children, infants how to use an AED,
and learn how to handle a choking victim. In the first aid portion
of the class, you will learn how to respond to sudden illnesses
and injuries such as severe bleeding, shock, burns, allergic reactions and seizures. Training is OSHA certified and students
receive certification cards at the end of class. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a snack to class. Fugitt-Schneider
H725
10/24/15 Sat 9:30am - 1:30pm $69
Goshin-Jitsu Las Positas College Chow-Hoon Goshin-Jitsu is an eclectic martial art system
comprising Danzan Ryu Jujitsu, Decuerdas Eskrima, Kosho
Ryu Kenpo, and Lua Hâlau O Kaihewalu. Classes will comprise
of learning to both apply and receive throws safely, apply and
escape joint locks and dislocations, control an opponent’s balance, strike quickly and effectively, activate nerves, and take
advantage of vital points. This class is open to all members of
the community age 17 and older. Sensei Kutil is a tenured math
ematics professor at Las Positas, and the advisor/instructor for
the college’s Chow-Hoon GoshinJitsu Club. Sensei Craig Kutil
has been studying the martial arts since 1988. H216
9/15/15-12/10/15 TTh 7:30 - 10:00pm $100
Lua the Hawaiian Ancient Art of
Self Defense Las Positas College
Seminar hosted by Kumu Craig Kutil and Goshin-Jitsu LPC
Kumu Lua Craig Kutil is honored to offer an afternoon of intense training from a true master of Hawaiian martial arts:
‘Olohe Solomon Kaihewalu. The schedule is as follows: 11:30
- 12:00 pm Check-In/Registration 12:00 - 4:00 pm Instruction
This seminar is open to all ranks and styles. Kutil SE102 10/17/15
Sat 12:00 - 4:00pm $20
Tenio’s DeCuerdas Eskrima
Las Positas College
Seminar hosted by Guru Craig Kutil and Goshin-Jitsu LPC
Guru Craig Kutil is honored to offer a day of extremely intense training from three masters of Tenio’s DeCuerdas Eskrima: Grandmaster Arthur Gonzalez, Senior Chief Master
Instructor Daniel Siazon, and tentatively Professor James
Muro. The schedule is as follows: 11:30-12:00 Check-In/
Registration 12:00 Bow In 12:00-5:00 Instruction 5:00
Bow Out This seminar is open to all ranks and styles. Kutil
SE102 12/5/15 Sat 12:00 - 5:00pm
$20
Cuban Salsa ¡Salsa cubana!
Come learn the secrets of salsa cubana and dance like a star!
This is a beginning course designed to teach students the important basics of salsa. ¡Echale salsita! You do not have to have
a partner to join the class. Instructor also provides information
on where you can go to practice your new dance passion! Your
Friday nights will never be the same! Luis Valverde, a native of
Cuba, has been studying dance and music since the age of four.
He has classical, modern and ethnic dance training. Luis studied at and earned his degree in dance from the world famous
Escuela Nacional de Arte in Habana, Cuba where he focused on
dance, music and choreography. He has taught dance and choreography in both Cuba and the United States since 1980. H722 9/18/15-10/16/15 Fri 6:30 - 7:30pm $59
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Cuban Salsa Intermediate Have you take Salsa with Luis or somewhere else before?
Then this class is for you! Continue improving your Salsa
skills with Luis! Valverde H623 9/18/15-10/16/15 Fri 7:30 - 8:30pm $59
Ultimate Frisbee This course offers an introduction to the skills of Ultimate
and other flying disc sports. The course is designed for all
levels of play, ages 16 and up, from beginner to advanced
players are welcome and encouraged to enroll! Emphasis is
on offensive and defensive tactics, rules, throwing, catching,
and diving skills and the spirit of the game. Matt West has
been teaching, coaching and playing Ultimate for 13 years!
He has coached many players who range from having gone
on to play professional Ultimate in the MLU to others who
have won National Championships. He himself is a very accomplished player, currently captaining one of the top 3 coed
teams in the country. UF101 9/16/15-12/16/15 Wed 7:00 - 9:00pm $69
ONLINE COMPUTER CLASSES
www.ed2go.com/lpccommed
Computer Software classes are online this fall! Classes are
6 weeks and can be completed at home. Most run about
$99. You must have the software on the computer you use
to take the class. Visit ed2go.com/lpccommed to enroll.
Computer Skills for the Workplace
Gain a working knowledge of the computer skills you’ll
need to succeed in today’s job market.
Keyboarding
Learn how to touch-type or improve your existing typing
skills using Keyboarding Pro 5.
Introduction to PC Troubleshooting
EW!
Careers and Training
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Buying and Selling Small Businesses Estimates say that one half of the small businesses that come
up for sale actually sell. Learn to provide the information and
understanding of the issues for both parties in a transaction
to increase the odds of a successful small business sale and
transfer of ownership. Whether you are buying or selling a
business, the process of valuation is fundamental to your decision to move forward. Course reviews: how small businesses
are valued; planning and preparing for sale as a seller; what to
look for and consider when buying a business; different ways
of structuring small business family transfers; financial planning for the buyer and the seller. John Sramek is an experienced broker and financial advisor, and represents both parties
in these kinds of transactions. Over a 25 year career in tech
companies, John has held several marketing and management
positions. John has been a business broker for quite some
time, and enjoys making a positive difference in people’s lives.
He has bee fortunate enough to have been a partner in a tech
company that sold, and now would like to help you with exit
strategies, company financial planning and investments. B441
10/3/15
Sat 10:00am - 12:00pm $39
What Were You Born to Do?
You were born to make a unique contribution to humanity. Progressing toward this purpose brings joy and abundance. Straying from it causes stress and emptiness. To accomplish this, one
of the 33 Natural Talents® is wired into your DNA. It’s so subtle,
you rarely notice it; yet so powerful, it’s the source of your highest potential. Elvis, Oprah and Einstein were all just ‘’doin’’ what
comes naturally.’’ Also discover why applying your Natural Talent
relentlessly will magnetically attract all the desires of your heart.
(Ages 16 to adult) Curtis Adney, MS, JD is a life coach, conducts
numerous seminars across the Western US, and is the author of
a forthcoming book, Pinpoint Your Destiny. B208
10/31/15
$49 Using Your Computer to Make Money
Get up to speed on the exciting new features of Microsoft
Office 2013, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access,
Outlook, OneNote, and Publisher.
The Internet has enabled people to run a business with low startup costs and high profitability. From information brokers to freelancers to eBay sellers, people have used their computers to build
their fortunes. This class presents more than 120 high-demand
businesses that can be completely run from your home computer.
These computer-based businesses may utilize skills you already
have, skills that are easily attained or skills requiring formal training. In this class, you’ll gain knowledge in: Types of business that
thrive using only your computer, easy methods for bookkeeping
and taxes to make Uncle Sam happy, making sense of the legal
mumbo-jumbo (sales taxes, business licensure and business
structure), and making a profit-boosting Web site FREE resources
that can give you a leg up. This class is NOT an eBay class or a
web design class. Both of those topics may be discussed, but not
in depth. Rounds, Miller and Associates Microsoft PowerPoint 2013 in the Classroom
CT622
Learn to decipher and solve almost any problem
with your PC.
Advanced Microsoft Excel 2013
Master advanced features and functions of Microsoft
Excel 2013, including analysis tools, data tables, PivotTables, and conditional formatting.
What’s New in Microsoft Office 2013
10/23/15
$49 In this course for teachers, you’ll learn how to motivate
students and enrich lessons by bringing Microsoft PowerPoint 2013 presentations into your classroom.
See more online options on Page 23
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e-Commerce: Running a Home
Based Online Store
! Take both eBay classes for $99
Sales on the internet are grown by 19% per year and will reach
$1.4 trillion by 2015! Don’t be afraid of start up costs for technical
complexity. Run your own e-commerce business! If you can use
a word processor, you can create your own site and have it up
and running in less than 24 hours for free. Class will show you:
7 types of e-commerce businesses; realities of affiliate marketing; how to use drop shipping; where to get a free list of drop
ship suppliers; how to incorporate pay-per-click; how to create
your basic site for free. Build your site, add a shopping cart and
sell products. Drive traffic to your site, and link and list it with
major search engines. You can also attend the Boot Up for Big
Bucks class to get a more solid idea of the business aspects of
e-commerce. Rounds, Miller and Associates EC365
10/28/15
Wed 6:30 - 9:30pm Material Fee (in class) $30
$39 The Business of Voice Acting
Voice overs are heard on radio, TV, and in corporate and web marketing. Workshop covers marketing for success, agents, training
academies, and script reading on the microphone. Get to know
the business of voice acting with Trish Bell, who has been professionally voice acting for 10 years. Handouts include the PowerPoint presentation, voice over script samples, and an agencies list
to get you started. Trish Bell, a 25 year Bay Area Radio personality,
and 10 year established voice actor, produces voice overs for nation TV, radio, Fortune 500 companies, and web-based training
modules. She has been trained by the masters in the industry. She
has developed and presented voice over workshops for 4 years in
the Bay Area. She currently serves on the LPC Radio & TV Advisory Board, is a member of Bay Area Broadcast Legends, and can
be heard Sundays hosting a radio show on www.kabl960.com.
B241
10/22/15
Thu 6:30 - 8:30pm $49
Work at Home as a Medical Transcriptionist
If you want to choose your own hours, have a business at home,
find clients easily, and make great money, class will get you started! Discover a step by step guide to what medical transcription
is; transcription versus billing & coding; learning medical transcription simply and cost-effectively, and avoiding common and
expensive mistakes. Learn about marketing your business easily,
operating capital and gains; and everything about pricing, collections, equipment, computers & software; transcription plus many,
many more tips including how to get hands-on work experience!
Debra has been a medical transcriptionist for more than 20 years,
operates a large MT biz and has taught for many other programs.
You’ll enjoy her warmth, humor and practical advice. CT411 10/22/15
Just want to learn CPR for yourself
and your family? See page 9
$59 NEW
by registering for the series
eBay 1– The Basics of Selling Whether you simply want to clear the closet, desire additional
part-time income, or a serious eBay business, this class is
your foundation. Learn how to set up an eBay Seller account,
create successful eBay listings, upload pictures and accept
credit card payments with PayPal. Included are selling ‘’Tips,
Tricks and Traps’’ to avoid. Covers how to determine shipping
costs, where to get FREE shipping supplies, how to print shipping labels from your home computer and get FREE home
pickup. Optional eBooks available for purchase after the class.
This is an official eBay University class taught by multi-award
winning eBay instructor and published author Kevin Boyd.
Kevin Boyd is a multi award-winning eBay Education Specialist, published eBay author and the technical editor for The
Complete Idiot’s Guide to eBay. Kevin has appeared on TV,
various radio shows and interviewed by Bloomberg news and
several newspapers for his insights to online entrepreneurship. He teaches at over 40 colleges in the US and Canada.
B605 12/14/15
Mon 6:00 - 9:00pm $59
eBay 2– Advanced Selling Strategies
Learn the ‘’insider Tips and Strategies’’ that will draw
the most bids, maximize sales and beat your competition. Covers how to find a profitable niche, what to sell,
what to avoid and how to use Drop Shippers to minimize
inventory costs. Includes eBay research, marketing and
photography tips, eBay Stores, plus how to find reputable suppliers. Optional eBooks available for purchase
after the class. This is an official eBay University class
taught by multi-award winning eBay instructor and published author Kevin Boyd. B605 12/15/15
Tue 6:00 - 9:00pm $59
CPR, AHA BLS (ROP Approved) BLS Healthcare Provider Certification
BLS Healthcare Provider Certification. Class is approved
by ROP for students who are enrolling in the fall, but also
provides valuable information, skills and certification for
others interested in CPR. In the American Heart Association® course you will learn the skills of CPR for victims
of all ages and will practice in a team setting. Learn how
to use an automated external defibrillator (AED) and how
to relieve choking (foreign body airway obstruction). Learn
how to recognize emergencies such as sudden cardiac arrest and know how to respond. Please wear comfortable
clothing and closed toe footwear. Please bring a snack to
class. Book and 2 year certification card issued at class
completion. The American Safety Academy is an authorized
provider for the American Red Cross (The American Heart
Association strongly promotes knowledge and proficiency
in BLS, ACLS, and PALS and has developed instruction materials for this purpose. Use of these materials in an education course does not represent course sponsorship by the
American Heart Association. Any fees charged for such a
course, except for a portion of fees needed for AHA course
material, do not represent income to the AHA.)
HG463 11/17/15
Tue 5:00 - 9:30pm Material Fee (in class) $10
$79 Expanded class descriptions on Website • Classes take place on campus unless noted.
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!
NEW
Cash In with a Successful
Home-Based Business
Become an Effective Online Learner
Are you tired of working for someone else? Do you need to make
more money? Turn your talents and hobbies into profits by learning how to start a home-based business from a Chamber of Commerce past president and successful Southern California entrepreneur. During this comprehensive, informative workshop, you will
discover: more than 100 home business ideas, all the mandatory
legal documentation, many ways to market your product/service,
how to take tax deductions (this workshop included!), and free
future individual Q&A opportunities. If you really want to succeed
in a home business, this step-by-step workshop is a must!
LeeAnne Krusemark is an author, business owner, and adjunct
professor at more than 200 colleges from Maine to Hawaii, including Purdue, and an online instructor at more than 1,000 facilities
worldwide, including Harvard. LeeAnne’s inspiration has even been
compared to Oprah!
B106
9/25/15
The 50-minute Notary Exam is administered at the end
of the workshop. Bring two #2 pencils, official picture
ID (driver’s license or passport), a 2’’x2’’ color passport
photo and a check for $40 made payable to the ‘’Secretary
of State.’’ The Academy for Notaries is a California stateapproved vendor of notary education. $25
College Preparatory
ACAD25110/31/15
Sat 9:00am - 12:00pm Material Fee (in class) $30
$49 !
NEW
$89
PSAT Crash Course for the New PSAT
!
NEW
The redesigned PSAT is coming in October will you be
ready? Whether your goal is a strong PSAT score, a National
Merit Scholarship, or a head-start on preparing for the SAT,
this class can help. In this three-hour PSAT crash course, instructor Eva Holtz’, a perfect SAT scorer, will share dozens of
tips and resources to help students shine on test day. Open
to all ages, but recommended to students entering 10th and
11th grade. Note: Please bring a calculator. PrepPoint is a
Tri-Valley organization specializing in one-on-one, in-home
tutoring, test prep and college advising. Founder Eva Holtz,
a graduate of Livermore High and Harvard University, serves
as instructor. California Notary Prep Renewal
Class and Exam
Start a new career or part-time business and earn additional
income! Acquire the knowledge and skills to pass the State
Notary Public Exam and become a California notary in one day.
Optional Notary Exam: For new students and renewing notaries. The 50-minute Notary Exam is administered at the end of
the workshop. Bring two #2 pencils, official picture ID (driver’s
license or passport), a 2’’x2’’ color passport photo and a check
for $40 made payable to the ‘’Secretary of State.’’
ACAD20210/3/15
$49 Sat 9:30am - 12:30pm $49
!
NEW
California Notary State Exam–Test Only
If you only need to take the test and have already completed
the training at another location, you may register to take the
exam. You must present a certificate showing that you have
completed the state required training. YOU MUST PRE- REGISTER AND ARRIVE BY 4:00 PM TO BE SEATED FOR THE
TEST. Notary exam will be administered by Cooperative Personnel Services following the seminar. You must bring two
#2 pencils, official picture ID (driver’s license or passport),
a 2’’x2’’ color passport photo to submit with your application and a check for $40 made payable to the ‘’Secretary of
State.’’ The exam will last for 50 minutes once the registration
process has been completed by the proctors. Sat 4:00 - 6:00pm Sat 10:00am - 12:00pm Any student can significantly enhance grades, self-confidence,
and chances for scholarships and college admissions by performing academic skills in alignment with the brain’s natural
patterns. This makes note taking, reading, studying, memorizing and test taking amazingly efficient. Students will also
discover simple methods for understanding math and other
subjects, optimizing focus and concentration, and preventing
test anxiety. Students describe this class as ‘’awesome, necessary, and easy to understand.’’ Parents are encouraged to register
and participate with their children. Ages 10 to 17. Adney
Start a new career or part-time business and earn additional
income! Acquire the knowledge and skills to pass the State
Notary Public Exam and become a California notary in one day.
B102 11/14/15
10/17/15
Natural A’s California Notary Prep and State Exam
B102 11/14/15
OL411
$39 Become a Notary
B102 11/14/15
Sat 8:00am - 6:00pm Material Fee (in class) $25
Are you enrolled in an online course? Have you ever thought
about enrolling in one? Learn how online courses function and
how you can succeed in one. In this class, you will become knowledgeable in all facets of online courses, and you will even log into
a class to see how easy it is to complete assignments, take a quiz,
and communicate with your instructor and classmates. Although
this class uses the Blackboard tool, tips and information can be
applied to other types of online courses. Scott Vigallon is the Instructional Technology/Open Learning Coordinator at LPC where,
among other things, he trains and supports faculty to design instructionally sound online courses. SAT Subject Test Prep: Chinese/Mandarin
with Listening
The class is designed for high school students, grades 9 to 12,
who are going to take the SAT II Chinese with listening subject
test. The class focuses on improving listening comprehension, grammatical sentence structure recognition, and reading
comprehension in preparation for the SAT Chinese with listening subject test. The course includes guided practice, practice
tests. Homework is assigned weekly. Wei MS892 9/17/15-11/5/15 Thu 4:00 - 6:00pm $259 Material Fee (in class) $10
$20
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Financial Planning
Real Estate
Estate Planning (Living Trusts)
Budgeting, Borrowing, Buying, & Beyond
A Living Trust is the best way to protect your assets, your family, and provide for yourself in the event of incapacity. Learn
about the documents to include in your complete estate planning package, including Living Trusts, Pourover Wills, General
Durable Powers of Attorney and Advance Health Care Directives. Find out why probate is to be avoided. Discover how
to narrow down important decisions such as choosing your
guardians for minor children and health care options. See how
living trusts are flexible enough to handle special issues like
long term care. Have most, if not all, of your estate planning
questions answered in plain English. Rosmary Bartsch, founded Bartsch Law, Tax & Estate Planning Services, in Livermore
in 2004. Rosmary has been an estate planning attorney specializing in Trust Administration for over 11 years. Her tax and
business background broaden her abilities to maximize tax advantages and asset preservation in the estate planning arena.
The four ‘’B’’s are essential tools for any homeowner or future
homebuyer. Budgeting, Borrowing, Buying, & Beyond introduces you to the process that will ensure your successful transition from considering a home purchase to achieving the goal of
home ownership. This course will help you learn simple, practical lessons to assure stable homeownership and stable communities for you and your children. You are the borrower of the
future. Buy within your means and experience how empowering
it can be when you understanding and controlling you finances
can be. The tuition fee is per household. TVHOC Karen Crowson
instructs the real estate portion of the program. Ms. Randi DeHollander has been a Mortgage Originator for 20 years, specializing in First Time Homebuyers and layering state and local down
payment assistance programs with the primary mortgage. B426
10/24/15
Sat 10:00am - 12:00pm $39
Seven Simple Secrets to Financial Freedom
Does your money work for you or do you work for your money?
This class is not taught by financial guru using technical language you can’t possibly understand. You will learn from LeeAnne Krusemark, a single mom, turned home business entrepreneur, home owner, turned publisher, turned real estate investor.
This is not a get rich quick scheme, this is a plan of action to
help you learn the path to financial freedom. In this fast paced
workshop, you will learn how to: get OUT of credit card debt and
reduce bad credit, raise your credit limit and lower your interest
rates, use MORE credit to raise your credit score, buy a home
even if you have bad credit or are self employed, pay off you
mortgage in half the time with LESS money, and become an active investor for financial freedom! Each one of these secrets is
worth more than the cost of this class. This workshop is not for
those already advanced in financial matters nor does it provide
legal advice. Krusemark
FP334
9/25/15
$39 RE297
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9/26/15
Sat 8:30am - 5:00pm $60
RE297
11/21/15
Sat 8:30am - 5:00pm
$60
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Purchase Investment Property–
Out of State! Think outside the box and learn how to buy investment property out of state during the tail end of this historic real estate
down-cycle. Where are the top 3 rea estate markets in the
country? They may not be where you think. Learn why many
Californians have been very successful investing out of state
using a proven, turn-key system with competent property
management. We also detail financial independence strategies
to help you get to a financial position to eventually invest in
real estate. During class, you will develop your own customized Real Estate Financial Plan that can be implemented immediately. Bring a list of debts, a calculator, and a pencil. Yee
RE107
10/19/15
Mon 6:30 - 10:00pm
$59
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Multiple and (Fun) Tax Deductions for
Real Estate Investors
Learn legitimate strategies that may reduce your taxes by
50%. Odds are you are paying more than you should in taxes
on your real estate investments. Learn to shelter your income from taxes and get ahead financially. Topics include:
Schedule E, and the rental income tax return; maximize your
business travel expenses when you visit out of state investment properties; and incorporate cost segregation strategies
to further increase your depreciation expenses in order to reduce your taxes. All of this will be discussed in the context of
your high annual gross rent income and information on how
to reduce your real estate passive income that is subject to
ordinary taxation. Seewing Yee holds an MA in Taxation. He
conducts over 200 real estate seminars each year throughout California at over 30 colleges and universities. He owns
investment properties in the hottest markets himself, and the
Yee Real Estate Network is based in Fremont, CA. B431
10/20/15
Tue 6:30 - 10:00pm $59 Expanded class descriptions on Website • Classes take place on campus unless noted.
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Tue. 1 San Joaquin Delta
Fri. 4Taft
Fri. 11 Modesto
Tue.15 Fresno
Sat.19 Mendocino
Tue. 22 Santa Rosa
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October
Fri. 9 Monterey *
Fri. 16 Canada *
November
Tue. 3 Foothill *
Fri. 6 Ohlone *
Tue. 10 Evergreen Valley *
Fri. 13 De Anza *
November
Mon. 2 Simpson College(JV)
Thu.5Tony Costello Tip Off Classic
Tue.17 Monterey
October
Fri. 2 Merritt College *
Wed. 7 De Anza *
Wed. 14 Ohlone *
Women’s Water Polo
Women’s Soccer
August
Thu. 27 Mendocino
Sat. 29 Cerritos
September
Tue. 8
Fri. 11
Fri. 18
Fri. 25
Tue. 29
October
Fri. 16
Tue. 27
November
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San Francisco *
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Hartnell *
Monterey *
Foothill *
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Skyline *
Ohlone *
February
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Wed. 17 San Francisco *
Women’s Basketball
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Wed. 4 Cabrillo
Thu. 12 Hawk Classic
January
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Chabot *
Skyline *
Ohlone *
February
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Wed. 17
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October
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Did you know you can take a
regular credit-granting classes at
Las Positas college without being a
full time student?
Just apply to the college here:
http://www.laspositascollege.edu
and follow the steps to enroll.
Then you can enroll for fun classes like
Hip Hop Aerobics, Fitness Walking, or Pilates.
Classes are only $46 per unit (plus student
fees) and last for 17 weeks. Most Kinesology
activity classes are only 1.00 unit!
Call Admissions and Records with questions:
925-424-1500.
*Conference games
Visit http://athletics.laspositascollege.edu/landing/index for times and information on each game.
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FALL 2015
In Person Certification Classes
Become a Wedding & Event Planner!*
at Las Positas College in Livermore, CA
Project Management Certification Program*
at Chabot College in Hayward, CA
Did you know that Project Managers earn between $45,000$90,000 per year?Project management is the ability to define work efforts in terms of time, budget, and resource
needs essential for business planning. We will cover the
forms, tools and processes to plan and manage these efforts both efficiently and effectively. This is a course series that is required for national certification by the Project
Management Institute. Certification series is taken over a
7 month period. Please call Judy at Chabot College to
enroll (510) 723-6665. Take a moment to mention you
saw the course through Las Positas College Community
Ed. *Textbooks are required for all courses.
Introduction to Project Management
210072 Tue 9/1/15-10/1/15
6:00-10:00pm, Rm 905 . . . . . . . . . . . $459
Project Management Tools Fundamentals
210076 Tue 10/13/15-11/17/15
6:00-10:00pm, Rm 905 . . . . . . . . . . . $459
Project Planning, Scheduling and Control
210073 Tue 1/19/16 - 2/ 23/16
6:00-10:00pm, Rm 905 . . . . . . . . . . $459
Get certified in an industry that is vital to the Tri-Valley. Learn
how to start your own business, or become invaluable at
your workplace.
LWPI’s Certified Wedding & Event Planning (CWEP) course
teaches the basic fundamentals of planning, orchestrating,
and delivering social events. From weddings and anniversaries to birthdays and baby showers, LWPI’s step-by-step
methodology teaches clear and concise formulas for detailing
the personal and professional aspects of any social event. This
comprehensive course has been streamlined into an interactive teaching method focused on clear concepts and principles
derived from research-based theories of adult learning.
PMP®/CAPM® Preparation
210077 Tue 3/1/16-1/22/2016 6:00-9:00pm
Sat 3/5/2016 10am-4:00pm
Rm 906 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $459
LWPI offers in-class sessions for students looking to get started in the wedding and event industry right away. Classroom
students fulfill all course requirements and prepare for the certification exam. In-class sessions not only allow for instructor
interaction, but also give new perspectives and insider information from others in the industry attending the class who
bring advice, insight, and experience to group discussions.
Courses are taught by seasoned wedding and event professionals. Certification is issued by LWPI.
Students will gain hands-on training during this course. See
the online listing for more information.
Information is presented in a fast-paced, enjoyable classroom atmosphere. Many instructors invite local vendors as
guest speakers, giving students the opportunity to begin networking with local professionals and ask questions specific
to the vendors industry. Your tuition includes the textbook,
instruction, online curriculum, event planning software, certification exam and online student networking center, as well
as
marketing support.
CWP101 9/28/2015 to 11/18/2015
Mon/Wed 6:30 to 9:00pm
*not for college credit
$1495
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Certification and Professional Development Courses
Certification and Professional Development Courses with
It’s easy! It’s fun. Most courses are offered 4 times a year.
Classes start the first Monday of the month.
New to online learning? Our online learning tutorial
begins the week before classes start.
Visit the website listed to enroll: www.Yougotclass.Org/catalog-complete.Cfm/laspositascollege
BUSINESS
Entrepreneurship Certificate
Business Research Certificate
Discover the specific knowledge needed to succeed in researching and utilizing the best and most appropriate data
for decision making for your work organization. Get the skills
needed to effectively communicate research results to a specific audience for maximum impact and effective decisionmaking. For business professionals, entrepreneurs, and
anyone who needs specific information about a business; or
who is in business and needs specific information about a
particular topic such as market potential, competitive intelligence, standard industry practice, productivity improvement, etc. This course will give you the specific knowledge
you need to succeed in your research quest.
Boost your chances of success for your new or small business and reduce your risks. Get the latest on planning your
business, brainstorming business ideas and a checklist for
going into business. Then learn how to create a business plan,
including assessing business feasibility and prepare the management and financial plans. Then take home a step by step
approach to attract and keep customers, with an emphasis on
customer-driven marketing decisions and building a strong
brand. At the end of this certificate, you will be able to identify
the abilities required of successful entrepreneurs and how to
acquire them, develop goals to help establish your business,
develop an outline for your plan, and take home techniques to
successfully manage and market your new business.
Three one-month courses. September 8 to November 27
$495
$495
Certificate in Data Analysis
Entrepreneurial Finance Certificate
Data Analysis is quickly becoming one of the most soughtafter skills in the workplace. Companies have vast amounts of
data, but it is rare to have someone with the ability to analyze
that data to see trends and make predictions. Add a whole
new skill set to your portfolio, and make a big difference in
the success of your organization by acquiring data analysis
skills. Begin with getting a basic understanding of how to analyze data in a business setting. Then learn how many of your
business decisions involve comparing groups for differences.
You will know the statistics behind these group differences
and relationships. Finally you will find out how to perform inquiries that will be useful to your business or organization, and
have the skill necessary to communicate these results through
graphs and text that your fellow employees will understand.
Whether your business is home based or a large company,
this certificate will take you to the next level where important
decision-making is concerned.
Three one-month courses September 8 to November 27
3 Graduate Credits are available as an option for this class.
$495
Finance is a key to entrepreneurial success. The lack of financial knowledge about business and business start-ups is also
and one of the leading causes of failure for entrepreneurial
ventures. As an entrepreneur, you have limited time, and you
certainly have limited resources. So knowing where to put
your valuable time, and your limited resources, is critical to
the success of your new venture. You will start by gaining
a deeper knowledge of the financial concepts and accounting processes used in most businesses. You will take back
practical techniques that will increase your effectiveness and
entrepreneurial success. And you will get an understanding
of the seven steps in the accounting cycle and how to use
financial information in decision making. You will come away
with the knowledge to analyze resource allocation and evaluate financial performance. Then discover the keys to managing cash. Cash is arguably the most important factor in new
business success. D&B reports 90% of all small business
failures are due to poor cash flow. As an entrepreneur, you
will find out how to maximize cash flow, learn the importance
of cash and find out your role in cash flow success. Finally,
you will explore potential debt and equity sources of funds to
help support your entrepreneurial work and create a financially
successful venture. Find out where business start-up money
comes from, and ways to get it. After successfully completing
the Entrepreneurial Finance Certificate, you will have exponentially increased your knowledge about entrepreneurial finance,
and how to maximize the chances of success and minimize
the risks for your new venture.
Three one-month online courses. September 8 to November 27
$495
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Business Communication
Human Resources
Certificate in Customer Service
Business Coaching Certificate
Two one-month courses, available separately or
as a certificate. September 8 to November 27
$245
Mentoring and coaching have come to be used more frequently in organizations to improve leadership competencies
and provide employee support, with benefits for both the
employer and employee. Acquire skills in the development,
implementation, and support of coaching and mentoring
programs in your workplace. Take home the much-awaited
toolkit you have been searching for to improve your employees’ performance and create the working environment that
your employees will find truly rewarding. Building on Coaching and Mentoring in the Workplace Course I, C/M II takes a
further in-depth look at variables involved in employee support. Critical analysis and improvement of your programs
alongside group dynamics and innovative strategies will also
be examined in terms of coaching and mentoring programs.
Customer service is now essential for business and all work
organizations. With the increase of technology, human interaction with customers becomes all-the-more important.
Whether it relates to retaining customers, serving your audience, or turning inquiries from potential customers into
sales, good customer service is now one of the central factors in organizational success. Learn to improve your customer service skills to enhance your career skill set, improve
productivity, and increase your organization’s success. You
will also take away some extraordinary customer service
techniques you won’t find anywhere else.
Certificate in Presentation Media
Presentation media are keys to communication, sales,
speeches and any other effective presentations today.
Whether your presentation is online or in-person, presentation media not only enhance your message but often make
your message successful. Find out how to use Prezi, the new
slide software that goes beyond one-dimensional presentations, and the finer points of Photoshop for presentations.
Then discover the design elements to creating visual presentations for success using any media. Take away critical skills
for both training yourself and others in your organization.
You will come away with the latest, most advanced practical
and design knowledge in presentation media.
Three one-month courses, available separately or
$495
Certificate in Workplace Communication
Good communication in the workplace is more important than
ever. And critical to your career advancement and success. Come
get a comprehensive and intensive preparation with skills and
techniques 8 you can put to use on Monday morning. Take back
a workable conflict management model, along with successful
and practical conflict management strategies. Then work with a
pro to learn how to improve your negotiation skills for a win-win
outcome, including helping others to get what they want, so you
get what you want. Finally, find out more about yourself and others using personality profiles for better work performance. You
will be learning from some of our more popular instructors, and
taking away new how-to skills that work.
$595
Certificate in Effective Surveys
Help your organization design successful surveys to improve
business and workplace effectiveness. Surveys are an increasingly common and important way to understand your audience’s wants and needs. First, find out how to design a survey
and analyze the results. Then learn how to segment your audience by demographics and behavior, finding your seven primary audience segments and why they are the most important
people to survey. Finally, take away advanced information on
how to access various web-based data sites, use Excel to sort
data and utilized available web-based templates, and acquire
what you need to know to do to better present your survey
results with advanced presentation tools and techniques
One three-month course. September 8 to November 27
$495
Two-month course consisting of Mentoring and Coaching in the
Workplace Level 1 and Level 2. September 8 to November 27
$395
Leadership
NEW! Executive Leadership Certificate
Leadership today demands increasingly more sophisticated
skills. Executives today need to know traditional leadership
principles and standard practices. At the same time, our
economy is moving swiftly out of the industrial age into the
new economy of the Internet, knowledge and innovation. So
executive leaders today require a new perspective on the external environment, as well as new tools to lead one’s internal organizational structure and way of doing business. This
unique certificate addresses both these sets of skills. Begin
with information not available anywhere else about how the
marketplace and business is changing. Find out what you as
an executive need to know about the external environment
and how the workplace is changing rapidly internally. Take
away a new perspective about how to position your organization for success, and what new leadership skills executives in the 21st century. Then review cases of real leaders
in business, education, and government who experienced
initial success but ultimately failed because of their own actions. Find out the leading fatal leadership errors, and acquire practical recommendations to help you minimize these
errors and help you perform your leadership role to an optimal level of efficiency. Finally, you will get information about
leadership styles, traits, and values. Find out how leaders
behave and speak differently from others in the organization
in order to be effective and supportive. Discover why empowering leaders are more successful than others. After successfully completing the Executive Leadership Certificate,
you will have new information about leadership today, a new
perspective on the external environment and workplace, and
an understanding of the leadership skills needed to position
your organization, and your career as a leader, for success.
$695
To take the online classes on this page, register
at this website:
www.Yougotclass.Org/catalog-complete.Cfm/
laspositascollege
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New Media Marketing
Management
Certificate in Non-Profit Administration
eMarketing Essentials Certificate
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Non-profits today need to be run like a business in many respects. You have competition, a need to generate income and
a surplus, and staff need to be even more productive. Get the
best training on revenue generation for nonprofits, and program evaluation for nonprofits, with our Certificate in Nonprofit Administration. You will come away with the latest best
information from instructors who train people in nonprofits.
Come get a fundamental yet advanced introduction to eMarketing, including improving email promotions, analyzing
your web site traffic, doing search engine optimization, and
how to successfully employ online advertising. Relevant
for any type of organization, including businesses, companies, nonprofits, and government agencies. No eMarketing
experience or expertise is necessary. If you are already at
an advanced level, your instructors are experts and can provide the latest most advanced information and answer your
toughest questions.
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Management Certificate
Enhance your management skills through this program for supervisors, managers, and emerging leaders. Nothing creates
success like a solid foundation. Discover the keys for effectively
managing your employees. Find out how to create clear expectations, engage and motivate employees, and increase your effectiveness. Then learn how to improve your management of
time and productivity. Time is even more valuable in this century
than in the last. Get tips and techniques you won’t get anywhere
else for managing time and increasing productivity. Finally, get
the keys to manage different generations in your workplace.
Discover what motivates each generation at work, what incentives they respond to, and what messages they value.
$595
Supervisory and Leadership Certificate
Your employees are your most valuable resources. Ensuring the
efficiency of your team is the key to your success and is your
most important responsibility. Get practical, easy to understand,
and insightful methods for new and even experienced supervisors and managers. Learn about effective delegation, performance management, and writing performance reviews. Discuss
the specifics of the supervisor’s role and responsibilities, and
strategies for improving your overall effectiveness as a leader.
Take home practical information along with tips and techniques
that can be applied at your job immediately.
One two-month course. September 8 to October 30
$395
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Inbound Marketing Certificate
Inbound marketing is a way to help potential customers find
you through organic search, which is a process of using your
website in a way that it attracts visitors naturally through
search engines, the blogosphere, and social media. Inbound
marketing is more effective than outbound marketing, where
you push sales messages to your potential customers. Inbound marketing is the future of the way we will market in
the 21st century. Discover how to attract customers to your
site, what kind of content to share with them, how to use
landing pages and forms to collect names and email address, and how to implement lead-nurturing campaigns that
result in sales.
$495
Mobile Marketing Certificate
The way consumers are interacting with brands and connecting to the world is changing because of mobiles. Find
out about location-based marketing, mobile payments, QR
codes, applications, and mobile coupons. You will learn how
mobile marketing can increase your capabilities to retain
current customers and gain new ones. Then get step-by-step
instructions on how non-technical users can build, deploy
and market smartphone applications across Android, iPhone
and Blackberry platforms. Finally, get the knowledge needed
to implement a mobile marketing plan for your organization.
Find out about proximity marketing, mobile marketing metrics, and developing a mobile marketing campaign.
$595
Video Marketing Certificate
Video marketing is the latest hot new marketing trend. Shoppers who viewed product videos were 144% more likely to
add the product to their cart. Video with good SEO has a
53% higher chance of showing up on page one of Google
searches. When done correctly, video can tell a story, and
stories connect people. Video also leads to an emotional
‘trigger’ that plain text cannot do.
Two one-month courses, available separately or
as a certificate. September 8 to October 30
$395
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Social Media for Business
Managing Social Media Platforms Certificate
Different social networks have distinct characteristics, different features, and are used to develop a two-way communication and marketing strategy for your organization. Get
a skill set for working and managing different social media
platforms. Then find out what you can be doing, what you
should be doing, and take back a plan to integrate social
networks into your communication and marketing. You will
get a firm foundation in Twitter, LinkedIn, and Facebook
platforms. Come away with both an understanding of these
social networks and practical, how-to techniques to integrate
social networks into your organization or business. Your
instructors are outstanding practitioners who also speak,
write, and train others on social networks.
$495
Social Media for Business Certificate
Get in on this exciting and growing way to communicate market and serve your customers and clients. For businesses,
nonprofits, government, and other organizations. From Facebook to Twitter, blogging, YouTube, LinkedIn, and more, discover the new principles of communication that apply across
all networks and how these specific social networks work and
the possible uses for your organization. Learn how social
networks are used to develop a two-way communication and
marketing strategy for your organization. Then find out what
you can be doing, what you should be doing, and take back a
plan to integrate social networks into your communication and
marketing. Whether you are new to social networks or already
involved, you will come away with both an understanding of
social networks and practical, how-to techniques to integrate
social networks into your organization or business. Your instructors are outstanding practitioners who also speak, write,
and train others on social networks.
$495
Training and Education
Certificate in Designing Webinars
Finally, you can acquire the best professional development in
webinar design, presentations, planning, and marketing. Webinars are a popular format for delivering information. They
can be very successful for your organization, IF you have good
webinar presentations and good management and marketing.
Discover the power of successful webinars for your business
organization. Then learn the 4 key strategies to make your webinars more successful. Acquire techniques and tips that will
make your webinars winners with your audiences.Then acquire
the webinar planning skills involved in budgeting, pricing, and
marketing webinar meetings. Take back a certificate in designing webinars that provides you with the latest and best information about presenting webinars, as well as managing and
marketing them. You will be learning from two of the foremost
authorities on webinars.
Two one-month courses. October 5 to November 27
$345
Certificate in Blended Instruction
Hybrid, or blended, courses have been found to be superior in
student learning to both the traditional classroom and totally
online courses. All face-to-face courses should and will be
blended. Blended gives students a better learning experience.
It gives you as teacher the ability to make better use of you
valuable time. With our certificate in blended instruction, you
will find out the keys to developing a hybrid or blended course.
Take away the essentials of creating an online classroom experience and online options for enhancing your in-person
class meetings. Then explore the concept and practice of The
Flipped Classroom and how to maximize your teacher time to
maximize student learning.
Three courses one-month courses. September 8 to November 27
$495
Spanish for Medical Professionals Are you frustrated by the communication gap that can occur between you and your Spanish-speaking patients? If you
answered yes, this Spanish class - designed specifically for
healthcare professionals - will help you bridge that gap. You
will practice the basic, practical language skills needed to effectively communicate with your Spanish-speaking patients
and their families. You will learn the basics of the language,
gain an understanding of the culture, and know how to ask
the questions crucial to quality healthcare. Whether you speak
some Spanish and need a refresher, or speak no Spanish, you
will complete the course with the skills you will need to effectively communicate with your Spanish-speaking patients.
One-month course. October 5 to 30
$145 Spanish for Medical Professionals II If you understand basic Spanish, or if you have successfully
completed Spanish for Medical Professionals, Spanish for
Medical Professionals II will help you expand your knowledge of the Spanish language. You will learn about the near
future, present progressive, the command or imperative
tenses, direct objects, increase your medical vocabulary and
practice interviewing patients, taking health history, diagnosing, giving instructions, and prescribing medication. You
will improve your communication skills with your Spanish
speaking patients and conquer the frustrating communication gap that can occur.
One-month course. November 2 to 27
$145
To take the online classes on this page, register
at this website:
www.Yougotclass.Org/catalog-complete.Cfm/
laspositascollege
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Travel
FREE Travel Seminar and Slideshow
We’ve got you covered for destination group travel program! We are offering a variety of trips in 2016...come see a slide show
about our hosted national and international trips, and view a slideshow of our program! Get all your questions about group travel
with Community Education answered while getting informed about our beautiful destinations and upcoming trips...Register today
so we know how many to expect, and because seating is limited!
TRV411 8/29/15 or 10/17/2015
Sat 10:00am - 12:00pm Free! But you must register.
The South
Experience the history, charm and singular hospitality of the Low Country in Georgia and South Carolina. Soak in two nights at
the exclusive Jekyll Island Club, once described as “the richest, most exclusive club in the world.” Explore one of America’s oldest plantations, Boone Hall. Visit charming Beaufort. Explore the history of Savannah and Antebellum Charleston. Visit the oldest city in the United States, St. Augustine, Florida, and enjoy an enchanting trolley tour through its vibrant Old Spanish Quarter.
Ireland Travel Tips
ireland
Ireland is 5 hours ahead of
Eastern Standard Time.
The currency in Republic of
Ireland is the Euro.
The voltage in Ireland is 220v.
Savor a true taste of “Irish Splendor” when you spend the night in a stately castle and have dinner in Ireland’s oldest pub. Learn
to pour the perfect pint at the Guinness Storehouse. Stand in awe on the Cliffs of Moher. Tour rollicking Dublin and share a
conversation with the locals at a pub featuring traditional Irish entertainers. Sip on the “Water of Life” at the Tullamore Whiskey
Distillery. Visit St. Patrick’s Cathedral. Explore the spectacular Dingle Peninsula and drive the Slea Head road for majestic coastal
views. Gaze upon the historic Rock of Cashel. Visit the famous Blarney Woolen Mills and the Gap of Dunloe where you can shop
for traditional Irish goods. Meet a local family and enjoy tea and scones at their farm. Kiss the Blarney Stone at Blarney Castle.
From the breathtaking sights of Kerry to the historic Rock of Cashel, gaze across the countryside and culture of Ireland
canada
Ice-fields, rushing streams, lovely waterfalls, glacial peaks and towering summits are just a few of the scenic wonders awaiting you in the Canadian Rockies and Glacier National Park. Ride aboard a Jammer (open-air touring car) during your visit to
Glacier National Park and overnight in the Prince of Wales hotel. Travel the dramatic Icefields Parkway, where snow-capped
mountains engulf the landscape and take a snowcoach onto a 1,000 foot thick glacier. The Glacier Skywalk offers stunning
views of the dramatic landscape below the glass floored platform. A three night stay at the iconic Fairmont Banff Springs hotel
lets you explore Bow Falls and the Hoodoos (the “Land of the Sleeping Giants”) and take a gondola to breakfast.
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FALL 2015
Code Hobbits Preview
Python Programming
In the Spring of 2016, Community Education will be teaming with Code Hobbits to bring Python Programming and Electronics education the Tri-Valley for Middle and High School students. Code Hobbits is a mission
driven, passionate technology education company that to see your child succeed in today’s world. Python
Programming is one of the worlds most popular programming languages. Come two-hour very low cost
introduction to Code Hobbits for yourself and your child, and learn more about our collaboration on October 3.
Low Cost Introductory
sample course!
is limited to 20 students. See website for more details.
Kids today are surrounded by technology. Most
ninjas! Our initial program is designed for kids
kids are experts at consuming technology but
with little to no coding experience. As students
find it challenging to become active participants
progress, we offer advanced, more challenging
in creating technology. At Code Hobbits, we pro-
classes. With our carefully crafted curriculum and
vide your child with the tools and knowledge they
deeply trained instructors, we provide a founda-
need to become active creators of technology
tion on which your child can develop strong logic
rather than passive consumers. Our goal is to
and reasoning skills to succeed in their academic
give boys and girls a chance to become coding
and professional career.
Your child must be enrolled to attend this low cost preview class
to get an introduction to these ground-breaking courses for kids.
And if you can’t make on October 3, call us or email us to get your name on the interest list.
PPP101 10/3/15 Sat 10:00am - 12:00pm $5 *administrative fee
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HOW TO REGISTER FOR
COMMUNITY ED CLASSES
A.
There are three ways to register:
Non-Campus
locations will be listed
or marked “online”.
1. O
nline with a credit card at:
www.laspositascollege.edu/communityed
2. B y phone at 925.424.1467 with a credit card
3. B
y mail with a credit card or check payment
and the registration form in this brochure
Scan this code to go to
our registration website.
B.
Register early to ensure your place in a class. Walk-ins are welcome unless otherwise noted; however, please note
that if you plan to walk-in the day of class, please pay by check or cash only! Credit cards are not accepted at the
classroom. Please call us before you come to the college to attend class to make sure the class is being taught
and to receive the room number: 925-424-1467. Or, check the website. Registrants receive room numbers on their
email confirmations.
C.
Registration confirmations are sent via email only. Please provide an email address when registering if you
want a confirmation of enrollment.
D.
Refund Policy: Refunds are not given for Community Education courses except when a class is cancelled. In
the event of a class cancellation, full refunds will be given.
E.
Parking on campus is by permit only. Daily parking permits are available for $2 from machines in each parking lot.
F.
All classes meet at Las Positas College campus unless otherwise noted!
!
CUT ALONG DOTTED LINE
Please mail to: Community Education, Las Positas College, 3000 Campus Hill Drive, Livermore, CA 94551
Make checks payable to: Las Positas College
Today’s date
e-mail (to receive a confirmation you must provide an email address)
Name (please print)
age
Address
City
Phone (day)
Course # Check payment type
StateZip
(evening)
Course Title Date Time Fee
❑ Visa ❑ Mastercard ❑ Check please write check #
Card numberExpiration date
Signature
Cardholder billing address if different than above
I hereby release, discharge and absolve and agree to indemnify chabot/las positas community college district and its employees from any
and all liability for injuries and illness that may occur while participating in the program. I hereby give my consent for college personnel
to authorize any and all emergency medical and dental treatment. Unless otherwise indicated, i consent to the college’s use of any photographs or video that are taken of me or my child while participating in this program for use in publicity materials.
Student signature
Parent/guardian signature if age 18 and under
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FALL 2015
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Veteran teacher reveals the secrets to
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Certified financial planner shows
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Introduction to Illustrator
Learn to create vector graphics and add
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A to Z Grantwriting
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p. 4
p. 5
Mastering Your SLR Digital Camera . . . . . p. 6
Ultimate Frisbee . . . . . . . . . . . . .p. 10
Become a Notary . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 12
Social Media for Business Certificate . . . . p. 19
Conversational Spanish . . . . . . . . .
Returning favorites
Become an Effective Online Learner . . . . .p. 12
eBay Selling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .p. 11
Pen and Ink Drawing . . . . . . . . . .
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