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Offering a variety ofclasses in S FOR TEACHERS M IL LS TR EA M W EB S DE IG N Personal Enrichment, Business and Workforce Development AP H Y TRAININ HO BB IE S GRAN TS FI C AT IO N G TOOL R TOG PH O S /TEEN E S H T YOU AT AL E R CO M E PU RETIRE I RT MUSIC E C ON TE RS MENT S IC AP & RM C E FITNESS C FI W E LL LA SS B EING ES E D AI PLANNING TE SO RO IC SH T RS I F TAL DE N F H HEALT FT O M JANUARY - FEBRUARY 2014 www.OwensWorks.com LIN ST C H N O LO G Y TABLE OF CONTENTS www.OwensWorks.com Real Estate Certification..................................................... 3 Training Tools For Teachers................................................4 Grants/Retirement/Agriculture.........................................5 Youths/Teens/Music ...........................................................6 Well-being.............................................................................. 7 Hobbies and Interest............................................................8 Photography........................................................................ 10 Millstream ............................................................................. 11 Online.................................................................................... 12 Computers & Technology................................................. 13 Training Tools For Teachers on page 4 Health/Fitness Certificates............................................... 19 Dental................................................................................... 20 Corporate Training............................................................. 21 APICS Certificate................................................................ 21 Workforce Development...................................................22 SHRM/CPR and First Aid..................................................25 Community Service........................................................... 26 Application...........................................................................27 Registration Information.................................. Back Cover Practical Alternative Energy classes on page 8 WCS Staff Adult and Continuing Education Melissa Green • (567) 429-3535 Associate Vice President Steve Hillard • (567) 429-3604 [email protected] Rhonda Hogrefe • (567) 429-3046 [email protected] Programming & Sales Carl Dettmer • (567) 661-7319 [email protected] Peter Palko • (567) 429-3152 [email protected] Joe Peschel • (567) 661-7163 [email protected] Terry Sherman • (567) 429-3603 [email protected] Dave Siravo • (567) 661-7449 [email protected] WCS Brian A. Paskvan, Ph.D. • (567) 661-7742 Executive Director, Workforce and Training Jamie Wineland • (567) 661-7320 Operations Connie Buhr • (567) 661-7435 [email protected] 2 Registration (567) 661-7357 • [email protected] Jennifer Duty Amy Kiefer Gary Corrigan • (567) 661-7455 [email protected] Adult Basic and Literacy Education (ABLE) Jill Souza • (567) 661-2310 [email protected] Center for Emergency Preparedness Debra Pratt (567) 661-2411 [email protected] Forklift Classes on page 23 (567) 661 -7357 b The Real-Estate Advantage **FREE** As a bonus, sign up after class for all 4 state-required classes at the special price of $799 and save! Wed 1/8 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. FREE Arrowhead 51090 Mon 2/3 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. FREE Arrowhead 51091 Real Estate Principles and Practices This course introduces listing, selling, advertising, real estate math, legal descriptions of land quantity, and contracts from listing to closing, appraising, ethical behavior and terminology. To successfully complete this course, attendance is required. Book and materials included. Mon-Fri 1/13-1/17 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. $289 Arrowhead 51035 Sat & Sun 1/25 – 2/9 Sat. 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sun 1 – 6 p.m. $289 Arrowhead 51036 Mon-Fri 2/10 – 21 6 – 10 p.m. $289 Arrowhead 51037 Real Estate Finance This course provides a background in the varied real estate mortgage credit operations of financial institutions, concentrating on the way funds are channeled into the mortgage markets and the financing of the residential and special purpose property. To successfully complete his course, attendance is required. Book and materials included. Tue-Thu 1/21-1/23 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. $149 Arrowhead 51038 Sat 2/15-2/22 8 a.m. – 7 p.m. $149 Arrowhead 51039 Mon-Fri 2/24-2/28 6 – 10 p.m. $149 Arrowhead 51040 This course covers the real estate appraisal process from information gathering to the written report. The three major appraisal methods are highlighted: sales comparison method, cost approach, and income capitalization method, with a primary emphasis on the sales comparison method. Calculator required. To successfully complete this course, attendance is required. Book and materials included. Tue-Thu 1/28-1/30 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. $149 Arrowhead 51041 Sat 3/15-3/22 8 a.m. – 7 p.m. $149 Arrowhead 51042 Mon-Fri 3/10-3/14 6 – 10 p.m. $149 Arrowhead 51043 Real Estate Law This course provides an overview of the legal system, property ownership, contracts, mortgages, liens, easements, deeds, wills and interstate succession, landlord/ tenant problems and the relationship of each to the real estate salesperson. To successfully complete this course, attendance is required. Book and materials included. state-required modules to become a licensed real estate agent and who is looking for that competitive edge that grows success! Dates and Times will be determined after the completion of each class. b In addition, Owens will also offer a 10-hour post-licensing refresher course, at no additional charge, to insure that you are successful in taking your state exam. This class will be available to all students who complete their real estate training at Owens until they pass their state exam. We’re not finished until you are! Real Estate Certification The 2013 real estate market showed the first signs of rebounding from the market crash over the past 5 years. That means timing is everything, and we have an opportunity for you to position yourself in a fast-growing job market that is exciting, purposeful and profitable. Not sure if real estate is right for you? Before you invest the time and money to become a licensed real estate agent, come to a free seminar to hear more about our upcoming classes and what they could mean for you! Real Estate Appraisal Dates and Times will be determined after the completion of each class. ***All FREE Real Estate classes are for Owens students who have successfully completed all 4 state required modules beginning in 2014. Mon-Fri 2/3- 2/7 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. $289 Arrowhead 51044 Sat & Sun 3/29-4/13 Sat. 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sun 1 – 6 p.m. $289 Arrowhead 51045 Mon-Fri 3/17-3/28 6 – 10 p.m. $289 Arrowhead 51046 b Real Estate – Fast Start **FREE** Fast Start is a real-world course that teaches you the tips and tools necessary to be profitable in the competitive world of real estate. Topics covered include how to: • • • • • • • Prospect for buyers Prospect for listings Prepare a listing presentation Talk effectively Advertise and where Conduct an open house Close a deal This externship is free to anyone who successfully completes all 4 Landlord Fundamentals With today’s rock-bottom home prices and more people renting instead of buying, it’s easy to think the landlord business is a good way to bring in extra money. It sure has that potential, but it also has a lot of risk to cost you more money than it brings you. This class is the owner’s manual you were never given. Learning from Nancy Dashner, you’ll dig into the groundlevel knowledge you need, from your rights and responsibilities as a landlord to decreasing evictions, damage and liability. Wed 2/12 & 2/19 6 – 8:30 p.m. $49 Arrowhead 51047 b = NEW F = Available in Findlay 3 Training Tools For Teachers www.OwensWorks.com b Mobile Technology in the Classroom b Google Docs for Teachers b Google Sites as an Educational Resource Calling all instructors! This course will go beyond your basic iPad training and focus on educationspecific functions, resources, and applications that you can apply in your classroom. While the iPad will be the focus of the course, all concepts can be applied to smartphones, tablets, or any other mobile devices. You will learn how to use mobile technology to make your class preparation more efficient, lectures more engaging, and assignments more interactive. Some common mobile apps (free & paid) will be presented to show you the expanded capabilities of mobile devices, particularly for all of your educational purposes. Instructor: Rex Maze This course will show you how to utilize Google Docs and Google Drive to create, share, and collaborate on project files, including word processing documents, slideshows, spreadsheets, online forms, and even simple graphics. Google Drive can also be used to backup and share files in cloud storage that can be accessed anywhere with an Internet connection. Instructor: Rex Maze Instructors, learn how to build a customized website resource for your students to supplement conventional virtual learning environments and content management systems (Blackboard). Google Sites will allow you to build a persistent online resource that crosses course sections and semesters, providing a database of helpful online tools and resources. You will also learn to share Web 2.0 Tools and resources by providing hyperlinks and embedding interactive HTML content. Instructor: Rex Maze Wed 1/22 6 – 9 p.m. $49 Perrysburg 51049 4 b = NEW F = Available in Findlay Wed 2/5 6 – 9 p.m. $49 Perrysburg 51048 Wed 2/19 6 – 9 p.m. $49 Perrysburg 51056 (567) 661 -7357 Grants are becoming more competitive and require more information than ever before. But don’t let inexperience keep you from trying! If you need help getting started, sign up for the Grant Writing Essentials Class. If you have a grant and need help getting it done, sign up for a grant writing consultation with a grant writing professional. Heidi Altomare can help you from start to finish! Grant Writing Essentials b F Making the Most of Social Security Retirement IncomeEnhancing Strategies One of the most important decisions you need to make before you retire is when to claim Social Security benefits. About half of retirees apply for Social Security as soon as they become eligible at age 62.1 But by doing so, they may significantly and permanently reduce the benefits that they —and possibly their spouses — could receive over a lifetime. Whether you’re single, married, divorced, or widowed, there may be ways to maximize the lifetime benefits you receive. Join us for an educational workshop where we’ll focus on maximizing Social Security benefits, as well as making informed retirement plan distribution decisions and creating a “do-it-yourself ” pension. Instructor: Bob Nowak Study materials will be provided. Fri 2/14 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. $99 Arrowhead 51057 Grant Writing Consultation Is your organization ready to take grant writing to the next level? Have you identified a grant that b F Introduction to Agricultural (Farm) Accounting and Management With Quickbooks Take advantage of this opportunity to learn how to develop a simple set of farm financial records and financial performance reports. Basic accounting concepts will be covered while concentrating on the use of QuickBooks tax-line mapping, recording farm transactions, and generating reports. You will learn how QB can be used for printing farm checks and reconciling (electronic) bank statements. This course will further demonstrate how to set up payroll for employees, payroll for owners, generate payroll reports, quarterly tax payment reminders, printing W-2s and generating reports for income tax reporting. Learn the steps on QuickBooks layout, how the files work, and how to navigate through the QuickBooks system in order to tailor your farm record keeping needs. you would like to pursue, but need some guidance? Sign up for private consulting services with Heidi Altomare, Grants Manager at Owens Community College. Heidi will guide you through the application process and help your organization put together a winning proposal. $200 for 4 – 1-hour sessions 51024 $300 for 6 – 1-hour sessions 51025 *Students are encouraged to bring their own computers should they wish to enter actual data into their Quickbooks account. *SimpleStart program from Intuit is free and is a good way to ease into using QuickBooks Fri 1/24-2/7 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. $399 Findlay 51137 b F Farm Tax Using Schedule F Do you dread tax time? Join Instructor Ruth Couch and together examine the Schedule F tax form (1040) using H&R Block (add trademark sign) software. This course will cover the importance of documentation, receipt filing and basic book keeping. Additional information and practices on record keeping will be discussed. Computer and hands on demonstration. Students are encouraged to bring their personal computers. Grants/Retirement/Agriculture Become competitive and gain the knowledge needed to secure grant funding for your organization or business. Learn the fundamentals of writing a grant, searching for funding organizations and using online resources. Class is taught hands-on in a computer lab. Instructor Heidi Altomare coordinates Owens’ grant office and knows firsthand what it takes to land even the trickiest grant. Come prepared to win! Fri 2/21 -2/28 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. $299 Findlay 51140 Wed 1/29 6 – 8:15 p.m. $29 Findlay 51058 Thu 1/30 6 – 8:15 p.m. $29 Arrowhead 51059 Tue 2/4 6 – 8:15 p.m. $29 Findlay 51060 Thu 2/6 6 – 8:15 p.m. $29 Arrowhead 51061 b = NEW F = Available in Findlay 5 www.OwensWorks.com ACT Prep Get ready for the national test. Take control! Mark your calendar Now for the next class dates of March 10, 17, 24 and 31 and be prepared for the state test date of April 12, 2014! Youths/Teens/Music This course will give you the skills to attack your ACT with confidence. You’ll gain eight hours of instruction by certified teachers in the five areas of the ACT – English, Math, Reading, Science Reasoning and Writing – along with test-taking strategies to help you when you don’t know the correct answer. Bring to class two sharpened #2 pencils, a calculator and paper. Mark your calenders for Mon 3/10 - 3/31 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. $125 Arrowhead 51063 LEGO® Engineering Gears and Gadgets 1 (Jr. Lego Engineering) Make science fun using the magic of LEGOs! Students will creatively build and modify machines through basic engineering skills using our unique LEGO® kits and learn the art of basic engineering principles, forces in motion, problem solving and communication skills. Students will build a variety of projects and transform them using their own imagination. Appropriate for 1st - 3rd grade. FUN-gineering (LEGO Engineering) This integrated science and math class, “for the big kids”, takes LEGO Engineering to the next level and will challenge students to use problem-solving skills to apply engineering principles to gears, gear ratios, structures, forces and motion. Science, technology, engineering and math have never been so fun! Appropriate for 4th – 8th grade. Thu 2/6-2/27 6 – 8 p.m. $89 Arrowhead 51065 Tue 2/4-2/25 6 – 8 p.m. $89 Arrowhead 51064 b Songwriting Crash Course Are you a promising song writer searching for a crash course that will teach you how to compose, perform, and market your own songs? If so, now is your chance to take your music to the next level. This course is suitable for both beginners and experienced musicians who have an interest in composing their own music. You will learn basic music theory, lead sheets and other forms of music notation, how to work with lyrics, and methods of marketing your music on the Internet. You will work collaboratively to compose and perform your works in class. Age 14 and above is preferred. Instructor: Rex Maze Mon 2/3- 3/17 (no class on 3/3) 6 – 9 p.m. $249 Perrysburg 51050 Personal Piano If you’ve always wanted to learn how to play the piano but never had time, this course is for you. Owens Community College musicians offer instruction tailored to your needs, whether you’re a beginner or a near pro. Twelve sessions, flexible day, evening and weekend times are available. Instructor: Rex Maze 30-min $250 Perrysburg 51026 45-min $375 Perrysburg 51028 60-min $475 Perrysburg 51027 6 b = NEW F = Available in Findlay (567) 661 -7357 Zumba 2-day-a-week “Get Fit Fast” format is a fresh, new way to get fit. Tami Nickles-Smith will help you mix Latin and international music with fitness moves and dance steps like the salsa, samba, cumbia, belly dance and reggaeton. What’s the result? A fitness class so fun, you might forget how effective it is – you can burn up to 1,000 calories in an hour-long class. Zumba classes fill fast, so register early. The reduced price reflects the concentrated time frame of 45 minutes in this six-week class. Instructor: Tami Nickles-Smith Tue/Thu 1/21-2/27 5:45 – 6:30 p.m. $89 Perrysburg 51051 MRT Boot Camp Mon/Wed 1/20-2/26 6:30 – 7:15 p.m. $79 Maumee 51052 chakras contain electromagnetic energy that in turn creates our individual and collective realities. As complex as this may sound, this workshop will provide a clear overview of each of the seven main chakras and their influence in your daily life. Wear comfortable, loose clothes. Instructor: Katie Ingersoll Tue 1/14- 1/28 6 – 8 p.m. $79 Arrowhead 51054 Ballroom Dance Let someone “dance with a star” – you! Raphael Griffin will walk you through classic ballroom dance steps including the waltz, tango, fox trot and rumba. The class is taught in our Center for Fine and Performing Arts. Instructor: Rapheal Griffin Fri 1/24-2/28 6 – 7 p.m. $49 Perrysburg 51053 Energy Anatomy – The Complete Chakra System Energy Anatomy is the study of the human chakra system. Closely linked to the brain, central nervous system, and our emotional body, Advanced Energy Anatomy Energy Anatomy is the study of the human chakra system. In this advanced class, we will explore the symbolism of the chakras system in the universal consciousness as well as the way in which you as an individual manifest your own reality through making conscious choices about work, money, relationships and your own sense of self. Attending the Basic Energy Anatomy course is suggested. Instructor: Katie Ingersoll Tue 2/18-3/11 (no class on 3/4) 6 – 8 p.m. $59 Arrowhead 51055 Well-being Metabolic Resistant Boot Camp is designed for those looking for a total body workout, including cardio, strength, and resistance training. This class will offer a cardio and strength training workout conducted through a variety of stations and exercises using: weights, resistance bands, exercise and body weight exercises. For a great calorie burn and routine that is designed to keep you from getting bored … sign up today! Classes held at: Heartland Rehabilitation, 518 Boulevard, Maumee, Ohio. Beginner’s Astrology What’s your sign? Astrology is the study of planetary alignment and its effects on our individual personalities as well as world events. This workshop will introduce the 12 signs of the zodiac along with their elementary influences. We will also discuss the power each planet brings to our human experience. Through reading your own chart, you will learn how to understand and interpret the charts of friends and family members. Join us for this interesting journey into the stars! Instructor: Katie Ingersoll Tue 2/4-2/11 6 – 8 p.m. $59 Arrowhead 51066 b = NEW F = Available in Findlay 7 www.OwensWorks.com F Practical Permaculture Permaculture is a holistic approach to gardening, farming, landscaping, building and living that emphasizes common sense and self-sustainment. It is an attempt to integrate several disciplines including; biology, ecology, geography, agriculture, architecture, and appropriate technology, into the ways we farm, garden, raise animals, build structures, preserve food, and produce and use energy. It draws on the experience of cultures that have found the best ways to provide for themselves with the resources with which they have to work. This is a class for all ages and applies to anyone from hobby gardener to serious corporate farmer. Call for a complete list of all of the topics that will be covered in this 6-week class. You will be amazed at what you will learn and be able to do in your own back yard. Instructor: Brad Miller Mon/Wed 3/10-4/14 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. $149 Arrowhead 51073 Hobbies and Interest b Practical Alternative Energy 8 It’s a class for everyone from teenager to average homeowner to entrepreneurial businessman. No confusing technical terms, just plain, simple English! Topics will include: myths about alternative energy, solar (air, water and electric), wind, geothermal, ethanol, waste oil, biomass, methane (biogas), vehicle modification, home cooling, advanced insulation, thermoelectric, how to choose a good wood, coal or other biomass burner, how to make electricity from scrap metal, how to increase farm profits by growing energy-related crops, how to use your compost pile for free heat and hot water, plus much more. You will also learn how to make a solar air heater, solar water heater and a wind turbine from off-the-shelf and junk parts. Supply fee $35 payable to the instructor. Instructor: Brad Miller Mon/Wed 1/27-2/26 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. $149 (plus supply fee) Arrowhead 51074 b = NEW F = Available in Findlay (567) 661 -7357 Learn the Art of Wine Making Our wine making class will take you through the entire process of making your own delicious homemade wine. Learn all the ins and outs: from choosing your equipment, to planning your style of wine, to selecting your grape variety, to the processing of your grapes, the fermentation and aging of your wine, and finally the bottling of your finished product. Join us and share in the passion of great wine making! Instructor: Grayling Lathrop Thu 1/23-1/30 6 – 9 p.m. $69 Arrowhead 51067 Tue 2/11-2/18 6 – 9 p.m. $69 Findlay 51068 Who Do you Think You Are? Has the popular television show “Who Do You Think You Are?” got you thinking about your family heritage? Let a professional genealogist help you put together some of the pieces of your puzzle and discover your heritage. You’ll learn the basics of genealogy research and standards, including popular software, methods to analyze and publish your family history, and time-savvy tips for Internet searching (and finding!). Instructor: Bill Priest Mon 2/17-3/17 (no class on 3/3) 6 – 9 p.m. $119 Arrowhead 51069 Participants will complete a 25-square inch stained glass mosaic project using their choice of several designs and glass colors. No experience is necessary, all tools and materials are provided. Material cost included in registration. Go to www. stevesglassclass.com for a photo. Class is limited to 16 students. Instructor: Steve Noblet It’s a twist on the traditional. Scrapbooking has followed the camera into the digital realm. Learn the basics of modern memory keeping with this introductory class that will cover clipping masks, templates and brushwork. You’ll take home a CD that includes digital scrapbook supplies. Instructor: Terri Davenport Wed 1/29 6 – 9 p.m. $69 Arrowhead 51071 Advanced Digital Scrapbooking Familiar with the basic concepts of digital scrapbooking, but want to learn more? This class will cover blending and text tricks, and it will delve deeper into brush techniques. You’ll take home a CD that includes digital scrapbook supplies. Instructor: Terri Davenport Wed 2/26 6 – 9 p.m. $69 Arrowhead 51072 eBay 101 Economy got you down? You have extra income potential you probably haven’t even thought about. Beginners are welcome in this class; bring an item you’d like to sell, and we’ll work with you from Step One. This class is taught hands-on in a computer lab, but no computer experience necessary, we’ll teach you everything you need to know. Instructor: Rebecca Vassar. The Fundamentals of Realistic Drawing Do you dream of becoming a budding artist? Do you have the desire and skill set, but need some help defining the details in your artwork? This class will take an in-depth look at the fundamentals of representational drawing. You will learn to look at things from a perspective viewpoint, and learn how to apply light, shadows, and accurately shade your drawing. The class will also cover composition, detail, contrast and how to make your drawing reflect the idea or message you are trying to achieve. Drawing various materials such as chrome, glass, fabric and bark will be demonstrated and tried. You will even evaluate your own drawing posture and techniques to help you achieve the ultimate results in your work. Join Rik Davis for this new eye-opening class. Bring an 18x24 newsprint pad and black Prismacolor pencils. Mon 1/27-2/24 6 - 9 p.m. $149 Arrowhead 51190 Mon 1/27-2/3 6:30 – 9 p.m. $59 Arrowhead 51112 Want to register when it is convenient for you? Try our online registration system at www.owensworks.com Hobbies and Interest Stained Glass Mosaics Digital Scrapbooking Tue 2/18 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. $59 Arrowhead 51070 b = NEW F = Available in Findlay 9 Photography www.OwensWorks.com 10 F Photography with Digital SLR Cameras F Oh Shoot! A Class for Compact Digital Cameras Do you own a DSLR that you would like to take off of “AutoMode” or would you simply like to learn to take better and more creative photos? Does your camera manual create more questions than it answers? Please join our fun and informative hands-on class, where you will learn everything you need to begin mastering the different camera modes and techniques available to the aspiring photographer. This class is for owners of DSLR (Digital Single Lens Reflex) cameras. Instructor: Grayling Lathrop You don’t need to have the most expensive camera on the market to take great pictures. With so many features available on compact camera models, it can be a snap, but you need to get off of “AutoMode” to harness the power in that camera. Whether you are looking to take better action shots, portraits, or just become more creative with your photos, this class is for you. This fun and informative, hands-on class is for owners of compact (fixed lens) digital cameras. Instructor: Grayling Lathrop Mon 1/13-1/27 (no class 1/20) 5:30 – 9 p.m. $89 Findlay 51078 Tue 1/14-1/21 5:30 – 9 p.m. $89 Arrowhead 51081 Wed 2/12-2/19 5:30 – 9 p.m. $89 Arrowhead 51082 Wed 1/15 -1/22 5:30 – 9 p.m. $89 Arrowhead 51083 Thu 2/6-2/13 5:30 – 9 p.m. $89 Findlay 51079 b = NEW F = Available in Findlay F Digital Photo Editing Take the skills you learned in our digital photography class, and learn basic photo editing techniques to perfect your work. Using Photoshop Elements in a computer lab (don’t worry, we’ll make it easy), you’ll learn how to crop, resize and adjust the contrast in your photos. We’ll also teach you how to add effects and remove unwanted items from your photos. Instructor: Grayling Lathrop Wed 1/29 -2/5 5:30 – 9 p.m. $89 Arrowhead 51084 Thu 2/20-2/27 5:30 – 9 p.m. $89 Findlay 51080 (567) 661 -7357 F DIY home repair for women Learn the ins and outs of home winterization techniques that will help protect you from unnecessary high-energy bills and prevent costly damage to your home. This class will teach you, first hand, how to seal gaps around your windows and doors, as well as proper attic insulation, winter pipe protection and finally, how to prevent roof damage from Ohio’s seasonal cold and snow. Instructor: Paul Faisant Millstream These classes are held at the Millstream Career Center, 1150 Broad Ave., Findlay. If the extent of your home repair knowledge is reduced to changing light bulbs, this class may give you just the confidence you need to take on bigger projects and save money in the process. Learn how to avoid the “dangerously dumb” mistakes of electrical or plumbing repairs that can hurt you and damage your house. Gain the knowledge to tackle a weekend project or just learn the ins and outs of simple home repairs. Find out what power tools are best for women and why. Instructor: Paul Faisant F Home Winterization Sat 1/25 1 – 4 p.m. $29 Millstream 51076 Sat 1/25 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. $29 Millstream 51075 Home Inspection Certificate Course (online) So you want a career that doesn’t have you chained to your desk all day, or you are looking for something that you can do part-time, or to supplement your income? If you are a good communicator, enjoy working with people, and have a good mechanical and technical aptitude, a career as a home inspector may be right for you. Owens Community College is pleased to partner with Carson Dunlop to offer this high quality Home Inspection course, which is endorsed by the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI). This 10-course platform provides you with the technical skills and expertise required to conduct visual examinations and deliver written reports on the physical and operational condition of homes or housing units. Each of the 10 courses will require a minimum of 35 contact hours of study. Exercises and practical quizzes allow you to check your progress. Each module will have instructor support and can be taken in any order you chose. The cost of each module is $395 and includes the online class, books and materials. Topics of each course include: • Air Conditioning/Heating •Plumbing •Exterior •Electrical •Structure For detailed course descriptions, go to www.OwensWorks.com and click on continuing education then Home Inspection, or call Rhonda at (567) 429-3046 to find out more about this new and exciting career opportunity. b = NEW F = Available in Findlay 11 www.OwensWorks.com More than 300 online courses At Owens, we want to provide you with classes that fit your budget and your busy schedule, so we have partnered with many nationally known online educational providers to offer you hundreds of courses designed to fit your personal and professional needs. Online Online courses provide you the opportunity to flex your hectic schedule while learning new skills. Whether you are looking for a new career, career advancement, or a new hobby, online options cover everything from accounting to yoga. Looking for something more? Take a look at our Career Training Programs to give you that boost you need to strengthen your portfolio and polish your skill set. Our Career Training classes can run from 16 hours to 480 hours and cover hundreds of topics. • • • • • • • • Healthcare & Fitness Business & Professional IT & Software Development Management & Corporate Media & Design Hospitality & Service Industry Skilled Trades & Industrial Sustainable Energy & Going Green For a complete list of our online course offerings go to https://www. owens.edu/workforce_cs/online. html Online Courses For Teachers If you are currently a full-time teacher in an Ohio District who is under the guidance of an LPDC, then these courses are for you! Our instructor-facilitated online courses are informative, fun, convenient, and highly interactive. Our instructors are famous for their ability to create warm and supportive communities of learners. •Expert Instructor •24-Hour Access •Online Discussion Areas •6 Weeks of Instruction All courses run for six weeks (with a 10-day grace period at the end). Courses are project-oriented and include lessons, quizzes, handson assignments, discussion areas, supplementary links, and more. New course sessions begin monthly. Please visit our Online Instruction Center to see exact start dates for the courses that interest you. You can complete any course entirely from your home or office. Any time of the day or night. Enroll Now! Visit our Online Instruction Center today! www.owensworks.com or call: 567-661-7357 Courses start as low as: $109 12 b = NEW F = Available in Findlay Learn from the comfort of home! Ready, Set, Read! Learning specialist shows you how to develop successful readers and writers. Solving Classroom Discipline Problems Veteran teacher reveals the secrets to an orderly classroom. A step-by-step approach to effective, positive discipline. Creating K-12 Learning Materials Increase student performance and earn extra income by converting your ideas for instructional aids into reality. Survival Kit for New Teachers Veteran instructor shares the secrets for success in your first years of teaching. Working Successfully with Learning Disabled Students successfully meet the diverse needs of the learning disabled students in your classroom. Integrating Technology in the K-5 Classroom Take your teaching to another level with these fun new ways to incorporate technology into your lesson plans. Understanding Adolescents Unlock the secrets of the adolescent mind to improve relations. Enhancing Language Development in Childhood Enrich the lives of your children by helping them become proficient speakers and thinkers. Differentiated Instruction in the Classroom Improve your ability to teach diverse learners with realworld examples from elementary, middle, and high school classrooms. Teaching Math Grades 4-6 Reinvent math instruction for grades 4-6 by bringing hands-on learning, inexpensive manipulatives, and real-world connections into your classroom. Teaching Science Grades 4-6 Increase your effectiveness as a science teacher for children in fourth through sixth grades. Note: In Ohio, theses courses can only be used for recertification by teachers who are currently employed full-time in an Ohio school district and who are under the purview of an LPDC. All other teachers wishing to renew will need to take college credit. It is the responsibility of every teacher to get any course pre-approved before registration. MORE COURSES AVAILABLE AT OUR ONLINE INSTRUCTION CENTER www.owensworks.com 100613 Online Courses that fit YOU! (567) 661 -7357 Software is not known for being user-friendly, but our hands-on classes are. Master all the popular computer applications in a comfortable, fully equipped computer lab. We provide the PC, software, Internet connection, and of course a friendly, qualified, patient instructor. Choose the right classes for you! Visit www.owens.edu/ classcontent to see what topics are included in a particular class. Adobe Premier Elements – Make Great Videos! Ready to turn those video clips you have into your first great movie? Premiere Elements is not only the best full-featured consumer video editing software available today, it is also the most affordable! Learn to create a new video project, capture video from a camera or webcam, use Sceneline, Timeline, and apply video effects. Instructor: Grayling Lathrop Class is offered “On Demand”. Call Carl at (567) 6617319 to find out the date and time of the next class. F Apple iPad Training Easy to use? Absolutely! But there is still plenty to learn about your iPad. Bring yours to class and become familiar with all the builtin apps, visit the App Store, and find out where the best software is. Learn to adjust personal settings, set up mail, explore basic security issues, make use of iCloud features like Photo Stream and Backup. Also have some fun taking a sneak peak at the next generation of iOS. Instructor: Toledo: Kimberly Alexander Findlay: Heather Crozier Wed 1/29 6 – 9 p.m. $69 Findlay 51118 Tue 2/11 6 – 9 p.m. $69 Arrowhead 51119 F QuickBooks 2013 Put the power of QuickBooks to work for you. We’ll teach you how to set up a new company, manage bank account transactions, maintain customer/vendor information, generate reports and write/print checks. You’ll also create invoices and credit memos, add custom fields, set up budgets, and learn about data backup/ protection. Instructor: Ruth Couch Mon 1/13 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. $149 Arrowhead 51155 Mon 2/17 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. $149 Arrowhead 51156 Mon 2/24 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. $149 Findlay 51225 F Create Your Small Business Website When it comes to creating an effective website for a small business, nothing beats WordPress. This free software is the perfect way to get your site up and running, without investing a lot of technical knowhow. Your instructor will guide you through setting up and learning how to use WordPress, including getting your site up live and adding key features that help your business take off. Instructor: Grayling Lathrop Thu 1/9-1/16 5:30 – 9 p.m. $99 Arrowhead 51162 Tue 1/28-2/4 5:30 – 9 p.m. $99 Findlay 51163 Using Windows 8 Computers & Technology Microsoft Windows 8 Operating System Classes is the newest version of Windows but looks and works much differently. Let us show you how to conquer it and make it work for you! Microsoft Windows 8 Level 1 Mon 1/27 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. $99 Arrowhead 51157 Fri 2/14 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. $99 Arrowhead 51159 Microsoft Windows 8 Level 2 Thu 2/20-2/27 6 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. $99 Arrowhead 51124 b = NEW F = Available in Findlay 13 www.OwensWorks.com Internet Classes for Buckeye CableSystem Subscribers If you have Buckeye Express High Speed Internet, you’re eligible for free Saturday morning classes on basic Internet skills. These handson classes are held once a month at the Owens Learning Center in Maumee thanks to Buckeye CableSystem. We provide the computers, Internet, and a relaxed setting. Our Level 1 class teaches you how to browse the Web, adjust your browser software to work the way you do, and learn how to use e-mail software. Level 2 digs into file attachments, viruses and security, address book tips, and much more! Phone: (567) 6617357 For more information and class schedule, visit www.owens.edu/buckeye. Computers & Technology NOT-QUITE-FREE (BUT PRETTY CLOSE) COMPUTER BASICS CLASSES 14 If you don’t have a friend named “my computer” but you want to, take this class. Spend three stressfree hours with patient instructor Larry White learning computer terminology and the basics of how to operate a personal computer. Larry starts at the beginning and makes sure no one is left behind. The class is hands-on in our computer lab. Fri 1/24 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. $29 Arrowhead 51220 Mon 2/10 6 – 9 p.m. $29 Arrowhead 51221 Microsoft Office Productivity Software Training Unless you are proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and the other Microsoft Office applications, your workplace productivity is limited. Our classes use content approved by Microsoft for certification. Be ready to learn even more than you expected! Which version? To be sure you are taking the right class, find out which version of Microsoft Office you are using. The newest version in our classes is 2013, but many workplaces use 2010. 2007 users are always welcome in our 2010 classes! Before taking our office productivity courses, you should be comfortable with the Windows operating system and web browsing. QUICK OVERVIEW OF THE MICROSOFT OFFICE APPLICATIONS Word Creating great documents that are mainly text. Excel When rows and columns of information mean only a spreadsheet will do. PowerPoint The best tool for creating presentations. Access Too much data for a spreadsheet? Time for a relational database solution! Outlook The email and calendar tool in just about every workplace. Project Managing projects that involve multiple people, deadlines, and tasks. Visio Create visually impactful, data-driven diagrams to create everything from a visual event plan process to an organization chart or process improvement diagram. b = NEW F = Available in Findlay (567) 661 -7357 Microsoft Office Classes 2010 (2007 users welcome!) 2013 - Newest enhanced version b OneNote 2010 Microsoft OneNote allows you to keep different kinds of electronic items in a single file that you normally have to save as separate files for text, photos, videos, web site links, lists, charts, screen captures, scanned material, and even handwritten notes! It’s a great way to have easy access to all related items for a project, not to mention an amazing time saver. Mon 2/17 9 – 11:30 a.m. $39 Arrowhead 51184 F Word 2010 & 2013 Level 1 Topic highlights: Selection techniques, cut/copy/paste, character formatting, tab settings, paragraph formatting and spacing, creating tables, headers, footers, and adjusting margins, adding page F Excel 2010 & 2103 2010 Thu 1/16 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Arrowhead 51085 Tue 1/21 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Findlay 51086 2013 Thu 1/16 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Findlay 51087 Wed 1/22 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Arrowhead 51088 For rows and columns of information when only a spreadsheet will do. Level 2 Topic highlights: Creating/ modifying styles, outlining, formatting document sections, working with columns, borders and shading, printing labels and envelopes, working with templates, creating diagrams, and tracking document changes. 2010 Tue 2/4 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Findlay 51089 Thu 2/6 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Arrowhead 51095 2013 Wed 2/5 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Arrowhead 51097 Thu 2/6 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Findlay 51099 Level 3 Topic highlights: Mail merge/form letters, creating forms, working with macros, customizing the Ribbon and other Word elements, and features for creating long documents. 2010 Tue 2/18 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Findlay 51103 Thu 2/20 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Arrowhead 51104 2013 Wed 2/19 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Arrowhead 51105 Wed 2/26 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Findlay 51106 Level 1 2010 Tue 1/14 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Arrowhead 51164 Wed 1/15 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Findlay 51165 Thu 1/23 -1/30 5:30 – 9 p.m. $109 Arrowhead 51166 2013 Thu 1/16-1/23 5:30 – 9 p.m. $109 Arrowhead 51169 Wed 1/22 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Findlay 51168 Fri 1/24 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Arrowhead 51167 Level 2 Topic highlights: Creating subtotals, sorting/filtering data, advanced charts, cell comments and protection, and using built-in templates and creating your own. 2010 Tue 1/28 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Arrowhead 51171 Thu 2/6 & 13 5:30 – 9 p.m. $109 Arrowhead 51172 Mon 2/10 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Findlay 51170 2013 Wed 2/5 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Findlay 51173 Thu 2/6 & 13 5:30 – 9 p.m. $109 Arrowhead 51175 Mon 2/10 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Arrowhead 51174 Level 3 Topic highlights: Math and financial functions, lookup functions, validating cell entries, PivotTables, exporting/importing data, analytical tools, macros, and conditional formatting. 2010 Wed 2/5 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Arrowhead 51176 Wed 2/19 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Findlay 51177 2013 Mon 2/24 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Arrowhead 51179 Tue 2/25 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Findlay 51178 b = NEW F = Available in Findlay Computers & Technology Microsoft Office 2013 and 365 Already appearing in some workplaces, the newest version of Microsoft Office brings significant changes to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and the whole family of Office programs. Rather than discover the changes by accident, avoid frustration and sharpen your skills by taking our Office 2013 classes. Note: Office 365 is Microsoft’s monthly subscriptionbased edition of Office 2013. breaks, finding and replacing text, and working with graphics. 15 www.OwensWorks.com F PowerPoint 2010 & 2013 Level 1 Topic highlights: Rearranging/ deleting slides, formatting slides, adding shapes/objects, working with pictures/clip art, adding tables, charts, and diagrams to presentations, and working with templates/themes. 2010 Wed 1/29 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Arrowhead 51127 Thu 1/30 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Findlay 51128 2013 Thu 2/6 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Arrowhead 51129 Thu 2/27 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Findlay 51130 2010 Tue 1/14 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Findlay 51107 Wed 1/15 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Arrowhead 51108 2013 Mon 1/27 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Findlay 51109 Wed 2/5 & 2/12 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Arrowhead 51110 Topic highlights: SQL, crosstab and parameter queries, macro basics, advanced macros for user interaction and data transfer, importing/exporting objects, protecting databases, and linking objects. Level 2 Topic highlights: Custom themes and templates, action buttons, interactive elements, using comments, packaging your presentation, and integrating Microsoft Office files into your presentations. 2010 Wed 1/29 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Arrowhead 51113 Mon 2/3 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Findlay 51114 2013 Tue 2/11 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Findlay 51115 Wed 2/26 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Arrowhead 51116 F Access 2010 & 2013 Computers & Technology Level 1 16 charts, and PivotTables and PivotCharts. Topic highlights: Planning/ designing a database, organizing records, setting field properties and validation rules, creating and using queries, creating forms, sorting/ filtering records, and creating reports. 2010 Wed 1/15 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Arrowhead 51117 Tue 1/28 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Findlay 51120 2013 Thu 1/16 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Arrowhead 51125 Wed 2/12 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Findlay 51126 Level 2 Topic highlights: Database normalization, table relationships, creating lookup fields, complex queries, advanced form design, creating and printing reports, b = NEW F = Available in Findlay Level 3 2010 Tue 2/18 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Arrowhead 51131 2013 Thu 2/27 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Arrowhead 51132 Outlook 2010 Level 2 Topic highlights: Templates; monitoring progress, analyzing and adjusting plans; reports, custom views, macros, Gantt chart formatting, consolidating and sharing projects, and exporting to MS Office applications. 2010 Mon 2/3 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Arrowhead 51138 2013 Thu 2/13 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Arrowhead 51139 Publisher 2010 Level 1 Topic highlights: Object positioning, multi-page layouts, master pages, text box linking, paragraph formatting, table structure and formatting, stacking and grouping objects, finalizing documents. Mon 2/3 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Arrowhead 51141 Level 1 Topic highlights: Message options, search folders, contact management, tasks, appointments/ events, and meeting requests/ responses. Mon 1/13 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Arrowhead 51133 Level 2 Topic highlights: Customizing the Outlook environment, address books, message appearance, signatures, out-of-office message, filters/categories, and setting rules. Mon 1/27 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Arrowhead 51134 Project 2010 & 2013 Level 1 Topic highlights: Project management concepts, creating/ modifying task lists and schedules, managing resources (including calendars and project costs), working with filters/groups, and finalizing the task plan. 2010 Thu 1/23 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Arrowhead 51135 2013 Thu 1/30 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Arrowhead 51136 Level 2 Topic Highlights: Custom colors, managing graphics, typography (styles/spacing/special characters), long publications, mail and catalog merge, interactive forms, web-friendly techniques, and customizing the Ribbon. Mon 2/24 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Arrowhead 51142 Visio 2010 Level 1 Topic highlights: Drawing tools for shapes and lines, creating a diagram and organization chart, formatting text, shapes, and lines, working with file/print properties, background pages, and links, creating network and brainstorming diagrams, layout and connection techniques, and reporting. Mon 2/10 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $109 Arrowhead 51143 (567) 661 -7357 Web Design and Desktop Publishing Adobe Creative Suite is perfect for creating websites and printed materials. Not sure which level class is best for you? Detailed outlines of all our classes are on our website at www.OwensWorks.com/ coursecontent. Before taking our Web Design and Desktop Publishing courses, you should be comfortable with the Windows operating system, web browsing, email, and word processing software. Please note that our Adobe classes are taught on Windows-based PCs using the CS5 version of Adobe Creative Suite. CS4 and CS6 users welcome! Course Descriptions: Choose the right classes for you! Visit www. owens.edu/classcontent to see what topics are included in a particular class. Or call our computer training advisor at (567) 661-7319. Quick Overview of The Adobe Creative Suite Applications Photoshop: Dreamweaver: User-friendly way to create professional-grade websites. InDesign: Create professional-grade printed materials. Dreamweaver CS5 Level 1 Level 1 Topic highlights: Way more than just turning a document into a PDF! Use Acrobat to modify PDF content, add multimedia, bookmarks, and links. Mark up your PDFs with comments and protect PDF content with security features. Instructor: Grayling Lathrop Topic Highlights: Web project work flow, cascading style sheets, web page formatting, inserting images and tables, web page organization, reusable site assets, creating links and rollovers, and upload files to a site. Instructor: Grayling Lathrop Tue 2/11 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. $149 Arrowhead 51144 Tue 1/21 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. $149 Arrowhead 51146 Mon 2/17-2/24 5:30 - 9 p.m. $149 Arrowhead 51148 Level 2 Level 2 Topics Highlights: Create amazing interactive PDF forms; learn to use LiveCycle Designer to design and test your forms. Work on PDF quality settings to control color, size, and consistency. Instructor: Grayling Lathrop Tue 2/25 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. $149 Arrowhead 51145 Topic Highlights: Style sheets, page layout, global styles, library assets, templates, multimedia, interactive forms, rollovers/ behaviors, applying XML, accessibility, usability, and site testing. Instructor: Grayling Lathrop Tue 2/4 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. $149 Arrowhead 51147 Acrobat: Convert documents to PDF format; create web forms; add multimedia to documents. Illustrator: Did you know you can register for classes online? Go to www.owensworks.com and click on Register Now. Computers & Technology Work with photographs and images for use in print and online. Acrobat 9 Draw and work with vector graphics. b = NEW F = Available in Findlay 17 www.OwensWorks.com Illustrator CS5 InDesign CS5 Photoshop CS5 Level 1 Level 1 Level 1 Topic Highlights: Create and manipulate shapes, export an illustration, applying color, stroke options, drawing paths, raster images, adding/altering text, creating/manipulating layers, working with fills and colors, and adjusting typography. Instructor: Grayling Lathrop Topic Highlights: Exploring the Toolbox, palettes, inserting text and pages, working with text frames, creating objects with Tools, creating paths, using the pencil, erase, and scissor tools, and frames and tables. Instructor: Grayling Lathrop Thu 1/9 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. $149 Arrowhead 51150 Topic highlights: Customize workspace, explore Adobe Bridge, Raster vs. Vector graphics, resolution, working with selections and layers, filters/image enhancement, image modes/color, and saving images. Instructor: Grayling Lathrop Tue 2/18 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. $149 Arrowhead 51149 Level 2 Tue 1/14 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. $149 Arrowhead 51152 Mon 2/3-2/10 5:30 - 9 p.m. $149 Arrowhead 51153 Level 2 Topic Highlights: Path commands, masks, enhancing fills and strokes, shape transformation tools, effects and graphic styles, perspective drawing, converting raster images to vector art, printing illustrations, color management, Web files and graphics. Instructor: Grayling Lathrop Topic Highlights: Efficient layout, creating/editing vector paths, typography (resizing, styles, type mask, spacing, kerning), graphics (layer comps, transparency, object styles), table structure/styles, and text editing. Instructor: Grayling Lathrop Thu 1/23 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. $149 Arrowhead 51151 Level 2 Topic highlights: Create gradients, retouching, working with vector paths, working with shape layers and masks, automating tasks, working with video files, and integrating with other Adobe applications. Instructor: Grayling Lathrop Tue 1/28 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. $149 Arrowhead 51154 Watch for March date. Computers & Technology Fundamentals of Basic Industrial Electricity Excellent introductory course and content for new apprentices, non-electrical trade professionals, machine operators, supervisors and for cross training associates (e.g. millwrights). 18 This 16 hour introductory course covers the basic fundamentals of industrial electricity in simple terms without complex mathematical equations. Topics will include terminology, common circuits, test equipment, safety, generators, transformers, and minor troubleshooting. Handson exercises and instructor demonstrations will support the theory and explanations provided in the classes. The emphasis will be on electrical circuits, not electronics. (This class will meet 4 times for 4 hours each). b = NEW F = Available in Findlay Basic Mechancial Training Modules These modules are an excellent introduction for new apprentices, machine operators, supervisors and for cross-training employees. Measurement Introduces students to different types of scales and measuring tools used in manufacturing and explains their applications to different trades. (6 hours) Printreading Introduction to the most common types of prints used throughout industry. Students learn to interpret lines, view positions and basic symbology. Orthographic and isometric construction, measurement and scale are also presented. (8 hours) Safe Tool Usage Introduces students to hand and power tools. Reviews applications, proper use, safety and maintenance issues related to tools. (6 hours) Gears & Bearings A study of belts, gears, pulleys, bearings, sprockets, and gearboxes with regards to identification of components, installation, safety, maintenance and, lubrication. (10 hours) Troubleshooting A systematic approach of troubleshooting and teardown of mechanical assemblies. Hands–on exercises illustrate techniques to document, and record current assembly performance and disassemble/reassemble procedures to ensureminimal disruption of equipment. (6 hours) Introduction to Materials Handling A basic look at recognizing hazards associated with materials handling and examines good handling techniques and procedures. An overview of material handling equipment is covered. (4 hours) Contact Terry Sherman 567-429-3603, or Pete Palko (567) 429-3152, for more information. (567) 661 -7357 Personal Trainer Certification Phlebotomy Technician Certification Program with a Clinical Rotation! This challenging course is taught over a 5-week period for better retention and skill competency. The National Exam is held on the 6th week. This course is formatted as a 60-hour class and is comprised of 15 hours of lecture, 15 hours of practical training and a 30-hour internship. It covers topics including biomechanics, exercise physiology, fitness testing, and equipment usage and health assessment. Textbook cost is $90.95. To order book call 888330-9487. W.I.T.S. is the only major certifying body in the country providing comprehensive practical training and internship. *30-hour internship, adult CPR & AED is required prior to issuance of national certification Special Note: This certification is eligible for Workforce Investment Act Funding, Veteran’s Education and the GI Bill in many states. Check with your local Workforce Investment Board, Veteran’s Administration or visit military.com for details. Approved for Massage Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and Athletic Trainers. Sat 2/15-4/5 (no class on 3/1 & 3/8), 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., $599 Perrysburg 51092 Pharmacy Technician This comprehensive 50-hour program will prepare students to work as a pharmacy technician in a retail or other pharmacy setting and to take the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board’s PTCB exam. Course content includes: pharmacy medical terminology, the history of pharmacy, the pharmacy practice in multiple environments, pharmacy calculations and measurements, reading and interpreting prescriptions and defining drugs by generic and brand names. Through classroom lecture and hands-on labs, students will review dosage calculations, drug classifications, the “top 200 drugs”, I.V. flow rates, sterile compounding, dose conversions, aseptic technique, the handling of sterile products, total parental nutrition (TPN), dispensing of prescriptions, inventory control and billing and reimbursement. Tue/Thu 2/25-4/22 (no class on 3/4 & 3/6) 6 – 9:30 p.m. $999 Arrowhead 51093 This 90-hour Phlebotomy Technician Program prepares professionals to collect blood specimens from clients for the purpose of laboratory analysis. Students will become familiar with all aspects related to blood collection and develop comprehensive skills to perform venipunctures completely and safely. Classroom and lab work includes terminology, anatomy and physiology; blood collection procedures; specimen hands-on practice; and training in skills and techniques to perform puncture methods. Health and Fitness Owens Community College wants your fitness career to start here. Jump start your new career, or expand your current career, by getting certified in one of the hottest health occupations projected through 2018. Owens offers both the lecture and practical training with the required 30-hour internship. Clinical Externships Now Available - This Owens Community College Phlebotomy Technician program includes a 100hour clinical externship rotation for all students. To be eligible for the 100-hour clinical externship, students must successfully complete the 90-hour program, submit to a thorough background check, drug screen and meet other requirements. The 100-hour clinical externship may require students to attend a clinical during day or evening hours. Students who complete this program will have the opportunity to pursue the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Phlebotomy Technician (PBT) Exam. The cost of this ASCP exam is $125 and is a separate cost which is not included in the student tuition amount. Please visit www. ascp.org for more information. Note: Enrollment in this program is limited to the first 12 students. Course Contact Hours: 90 hrs. + 100-hour Clinical Externship Tue/Thu 2/25-5/13 (no class on 3/4 & 3/6) 6 – 9:30 p.m. $1899 Arrowhead 51094 Sat 3/15, 4/12 & 4/26 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. b = NEW F = Available in Findlay 19 Dental www.OwensWorks.com Owens Dental Hygiene Program is an approved sponsor. This is a Renewal Course only so Dental Assistant Radiographers must show proof of previous Radiographer Certification. Medical Emergencies in the Dental Office This course helps dental hygienists to recognize the symptoms, first aid treatment and possible outcomes for patients who exhibit a variety of emergencies in the dental office, including cardiovascular disease, insulin reactions and epileptic seizures. This course has been approved by the Ohio State Dental Board and follows the guidelines in the Revised Code 4715.231 and the Ohio Administrative Code 47159-01(D). 4 CEU credits. Class fee: $109. Instructor Debra Manore. Sat 1/25 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. $109 Arrowhead 51096 Local Anesthesia for Dental Hygienists Proper anesthesia knowledge, skills and techniques are critical to today’s dental hygienists. This state-approved course combines online study and hands-on clinical at Owens’ dental hygiene lab to help you build those skills. The course prepares you to take the North East Regional Board of Dental Examiners (NERB) local anesthesia exam, which is required for dental hygienists to become credentialed in Ohio. This course has been approved by the Ohio State Dental Board and follows the guidelines in 20 b = NEW F = Available in Findlay the Revised Code 4715.231 and the Ohio Administrative Code 4715-9-01(D). Please visit www. OwensWorks.com for a complete course description, pre-requisite requirements and a complete list of class dates and times. Twelve hours of online course work must be completed prior to the first class. The clinical experience includes: • Patient status assessment • Safe and effective use of appropriate armamentarium • Techniques for administration of N2O-O2 minimal sedation Post-operative care of the patient Sat 1/11-1/18 8:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. $795 Perrysburg 51034 Nitrous Oxide Administration Course This course meets the regulations for administration of Nitrous Oxide for the Dental Hygienist in accordance with rule 4715-9-01.2 in the Ohio Administrative Code. The course is the equivalent of a 6-hour course, which includes a 2-hour online didactic course, plus another two hours of didactic instruction (4-hour didactic total) and 2 hours of clinical experience. The course objectives include: • The history, philosophy and psychology of N2O-O2 minimal sedation • Concepts and management of pain and anxiety • Pharmacological and physiological effects of nitrous oxide • Medical assessment of the patient prior to administration of N2O-O2 minimal sedation • Armamentarium used in the administration of N2O-O2 minimal sedation • Initiation, adjustment, monitoring, and termination of N2O-O2 minimal sedation • Management of complications and medical emergencies • Legal and ethical considerations Successful completion of a written examination and a clinical competency are required to receive a 6 CEU certificate for the course. Administering (must be a Certified Dental Hygienist) Sat 2/22 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. $249 HT 205 Perrysburg 51100 Monitoring only Sat 2/22 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. $249 HT 205 Perrysburg 51101 For course details and additional class dates, go to www.OwensWorks.com *Note: all attendees must show proof of current CPR certification and Dental Hygiene Licensure in the state of Ohio. Classes are available at Owens. (567) 661 -7357 Corporate Training: Right there at your side! Workforce Training: Productivity and Compliance Your business depends on your people and their skills. More than anything, your organization depends on its workers and their skills. The Owens Workforce and Community Services Corporate Training Team is dedicated to building your competitive advantage by working with you to improve productivity and compliance in your business. We provide customized solutions to your training needs. Contact us about these popular corporate training programs: • Leadership & Supervision • Organizational Effectiveness • Sales/Customer Service • Occupational Health/Safety • Computer Training • Writing/Communication • Skill Training-PLC,CAD/CAM,CNC,WELDING, FLUID POWER b APICS Principles of Inventory Management APICS, the Association for Operations Management, is the global leader and premier source of the body of knowledge in supply chain management and operations management. APICS is an international member-based association with more than 35,000 members in 200 countries worldwide. APICS Certificate Leading area companies have increased their Return on Training Investment through customized training from Owens Community College. Owens also has many grant-funded opportunities to reduce your training investment. Check out all of the training options at www.OwensWorks.com or call us at (567) 661-7357. Owens is proud to have partnered with APICS Toledo to offer you APICS Principles of Inventory Management, one in a series of five courses in the Principles of Operations Management program. Are you new to operations and supply chain management? Need to increase your knowledge and skills in those areas? Then, you need APICS Principles of Operations Management! Start today…register for the upcoming class, the Principles of Inventory Management. APICS Principles of Inventory Management will impart an operational knowledge and understanding of inventory management principles and techniques, roles and responsibilities, and the impact that inventory can have on a business. Topics include: • • • • • • Inventory management fundamentals Ordering techniques Replenishment policies Purchasing management Just-in-time and lean methodologies Inventory performance measurement Mondays 1/27-3/31 (no class on 3/3) 5 – 8 p.m. $699 Findlay 51102 Registration deadline is Thursday, January 9, 2014, to allow time to order books and materials. b = NEW F = Available in Findlay 21 www.OwensWorks.com b Sales Professional Workshops Workforce Development Sales Professionals are in high demand. If you enjoy working with people and helping them, you have what it takes to succeed in Sales. Seasoned Sales Professional Jeff Winke is your guide for this high-impact learning journey. Companies: send your sales staff to these classes and then enjoy the return on your investment for years to come! b How to be a Great Facilitator (aka Train the Trainer) b Effective Communication for Supervisors If your goal is to become a great training presenter for your employer or a consultant who prepares and delivers training, this workshop is invaluable. The Part 1 class helps you understand how adults learn, how to prepare the content of a training program, and how to craft content that engages participants. Part 2 emphasizes presentation skills and classroom issues. Practice presenting and watch yourself on video. Presenter: Dave Mehl. Dynamic presenter Pattie Hamons will help you improve your ability to communicate at work. Learn which components of communication have the most impact – like tone of voice, body language, and choice of words. Understand the communication traps to avoid. What methods of communication work and in what situations? How do you know if you are communicating effectively? Part 1 Thu 1/16 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. $90 Arrowhead 51191 Thu 1/16 1 – 5 p.m. $90 Arrowhead 51192 b Defining the Role of the Supervisor Part 2 Learn the four essential competencies of supervision and the elements needed to be a successful supervisor. Understand how you fit into your organization’s personnel structure so that you can function effectively. Learn the four management functions and understand why supervisors are important. Get a handle on what makes supervising difficult. You won’t take a more practical class this year! Presenter: Pattie Hamons. Thu 1/23 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. $90 Arrowhead 51193 Thu 1/23 1 – 5 p.m. $90 Arrowhead 51194 Use our updated online registration system at www.owensworks.com. 22 Tue 2/11 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. $90 Arrowhead 51218 Wed 2/19 1 – 5 p.m. $90 Arrowhead 51219 b = NEW F = Available in Findlay Tue 2/11 1 – 5 p.m. $90 Arrowhead 51210 Wed 2/19 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. $90 Arrowhead 51211 Special Fee Offer: Take each module individually for $199 per person or sign up for three or more workshops and get a 25% discount! Module 1: Build Self Esteem - Understand Yourself and Others Wed 1/15 6 – 8 p.m. $199 Arrowhead 51212 Module 2: How to Set and Accomplish Goals Wed 1/22 6 – 8 p.m. $199 Arrowhead 51213 Module 3: Building Human Relations Wed 1/29 6 – 8 p.m. $199 Arrowhead 51214 Module 4: Understand How People Learn Wed 2/5 6 – 8 p.m. $199 Arrowhead 51215 Module 5: Adjust to and Motivate Others Wed 2/12 6 – 8 p.m. $199 Arrowhead 51216 Module 6: Understand How People Get Things Done (Social Styles) Wed 2/19 6 – 8 p.m. $199 Arrowhead 51217 Future Modules: Values – Why We Do Things (3/5), Leadership & the Consultative Selling Process (3/12), Prospecting: Go Out and Get Business (3/19), and Linked In for the Sales Professional (3/26). (567) 661 -7357 Get the experience you need to make yourself attractive to employers who need Forklift (also known as Powered Industrial Truck) equipment! b Lift-Truck Operation Fundamentals b Lift-Truck Safe Operation Workshop b Forklift Instructor Training (Train the Trainer) Get two hours of hands-on training as you learn to operate a forklift. Training is one-on-one with our experienced instructor. Completion earns you a certificate from Owens documenting you have forklift driving experience. Students are required to have completed Lift-Truck Safe Operation Workshop or have lift truck training before registering. Instructor: Bob Osstifin. Learn what OSHA expects you to know about Forklift safety. Understand Forklift components and maintenance required for safe operation. Gain the skills to become a Forklift Operation trainer at your employer. Training adheres closely to OSHA requirements for training and evaluation of lifttruck operators. 2-hour appointments available between 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Tue 1/14 $125 Northwood 51201 Thu 1/16 $125 Northwood 51202 Fri 2/14 $125 Northwood 51203 Fri 2/21 $125 Northwood 51204 Tue 2/25 $125 Northwood 51205 Fri 2/28 $125 Northwood 51206 Tue 1/7 1 – 4 p.m. $39 Northwood 51195 Tue 2/11 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. $39 Northwood 51196 Thu 2/20 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. $39 Northwood 51197 Workforce Development Forklift Classes Tue 1/21 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $99 Northwood 51207 Tue/Thu 2/18 & 2/27 6 – 9 p.m. $99 Northwood 51208 Training held at Owens CDT facility, 2249 Tracy Road, Northwood, Ohio b = NEW F = Available in Findlay 23 www.OwensWorks.com OSHA Workplace Safety Certification Earn your OSHA card to meet your employer’s safety requirements or to become more employable! Owens exclusively utilizes OSHA-certified instructors. Please register early – we offer these courses at low cost, which means we need several participants to cover expenses). Instructor: Bob Osstifin 30-hour General Industry Course Wed 1/15, 1/22, 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26, 3/5 7:45 a.m. – 12 p.m. $275 Arrowhead 51198 10-hour courses available by request. Electrical Controls If you have a limited background in electrical control knowledge, this is the class to start with. Tue 1/14, 21, 28 & 2/4 5 – 9 p.m. $225 Arrowhead 51199 Introduction to Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) Operation This training is for those who have completed the Electric Controls class or have a background in electrical controls and would like to learn basic PLC operation. Tue 2/11, 18, 25, 3/4 5 – 9 p.m. $225 Arrowhead 51209 Workforce Development COMING IN MARCH Automation and Control Training – PLCs and Robotics Do you work in a local production facility or have a desire to do so? Most firms today employ individuals with skills in industrial automation and control. A programmable logic controller (PLC) is used to operate and control the operation of most machines operating in industry today. Robotic systems are becoming more widespread with companies every day. Owens offers an entire series of training to help you gain valuable knowledge on this technology. Instructor: Jim Huff. Before you decide which class meets your needs, be sure to look at our detailed course descriptions online Visit www.owens.edu/plc. Fundamentals of FANUC Robotics Join us for an introduction on robotic technology. Training will focus on FANUC robotic equipment. Small class size – register early to get your seat! Instructor: Denny Suber. COMING IN MARCH! Allen-Bradley ControlLogix Training [Dates to be announced] $395 Arrowhead Spray Finishing Workshop Become familiar with the equipment, systems and techniques of spray finishing. Topics include surface preparation, equipment types, evaluation and spray applications associated with industrial finishing. The latest technologies are explored. Includes hands-on application of coatings with several types of spray tools. Wed-Fri, 3/5-3/7 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. $595 Toledo 51062 Wed-Fri 5/14-5/16 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. $595 Toledo 51077 Attention Employers: Job Readiness Assessment Let us help you choose the best workers by administering one of the 80 online, written, or hands on assessments available. Also available are experienced worker assessments, designed to measure higher-level skills in building maintenance, hospitality management, HVAC, and welding. The assessments are designed to measure an individual’s knowledge of competencies related to occupations. Many can be offered within 24 hours of your notifying us of the need and cost as little as $100, with results made available the same day! Learn more by calling (567) 661-7163. 24 b = NEW F = Available in Findlay (567) 661 -7357 Both the SHRM Essentials and SHRM Learning System courses are run “On Demand”. If you are interested, please contact us and we will place you on our interest list. If you have a group of five or more interested in taking one or both of these classes, we will schedule a class on the days and times that work best for you! Call Rhonda for details at (567) 429-3046. SHRM Essentials of HR Management The SHRM Learning System The SHRM Essentials of HR Management is an introductory course offering a comprehensive overview of human resource roles and responsibilities. This class will provide participants with critical knowledge to help reduce potentially costly lawsuits and improves their ability to handle challenging HR issues. This course is ideal for those who are just starting out in the human resources profession, or those who are looking for an effective way to boost their employee management skills. The SHRM Learning System is a certification preparation and professional development tool that offers the most up-to-date HR content aligned with the HR Certification Institute Body of Knowledge. This course was designed to meet the demands of customers and instructors and is updated annually to reflect legislative changes and new HR developments. As a result, the SHRM Learning System consistently beats the national pass rate and has helped more than 30,000 HR professionals earn their PHR® or SPHR® certification. Heartsaver CPR and First Aid recognize several life-threatening emergencies, provide CPR, use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and relieve choking. This course covers infants, pediatrics and adult age groups. This course meets the requirements for EMTs, paramedics, nurses and other health care professionals along with day care providers. Sat 2/1 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $60 CEP 51012 F CPR for Healthcare Providers The American Heart Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider Course (CPR) is designed to meet the requirements of a wide variety of healthcare professionals, day care providers and others seeking CPR Training. The course teaches you the ability to On Demand $995 Sat 1/11 9 a.m. – 1 pm. $50 CEP 51001 Thu 1/16 5:30 – 9:30 p.m. $50 CEP 51002 Sat 1/25 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. $50 CEP 51003 Wed 1/29 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. $50 CEP 51004 Sat 2/8 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. $50 CEP 51005 Mon 2/10 5:30 – 9:30 p.m. $50 CEP 51006 Wed 2/19 5:30 – 9:30 p.m. $50 CEP 51007 Fri 2/21 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. $50 Findlay 51008 BLS CPR Refresher All class participants must hold a current BLS CPR Certification. Thu 1/ 30 6 – 8:30 p.m. $30 CEP 51010 Thu 2/20 6 – 8:30 p.m. $30 CEP 51011 Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support Refresher courses are available. Please call CPR Coordinator for more information at (567) 661-2411. Basic Life Support (BLS) Instructor Course available March 2014. Call CPR Coordinator for prerequisites and pricing at (567) 661-2411. b = NEW F = Available in Findlay SHRM/CPR and First Aid Spend a day with your family and learn to save a life. The American Heart First Aid, CPR and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) training course is a familyfriendly program designed to teach students of all ages the skills necessary to provide lifesaving care. Learn in our multi-faceted lab. The training is easy to understand and the skills are practiced under the direction of our experienced instructors. On Demand $495 25 www.OwensWorks.com Motorcycle Safety Training New motorcyclists – take your final driving test in a controlled environment instead of at the license bureau. Long-time motorcyclists – learn the latest on staying safe. Owens is proud to be a provider of Motorcycle Safety Training for the State of Ohio; our goal is to reduce motorcycle-related accidents and injuries. Community Service You’ll start with a classroom segment on Thursday night and follow up with driving on Saturday and Sunday (weekend times may vary). You need to attend all three days. We provide the motorcycles and helmets; you may bring your own helmet if you’d like, but it needs to be 3/4 or full-face and DOT-approved. Before starting the course, you must provide proof of motorcycle endorsement on your driver’s license or a valid temporary motorcycle permit. The course fee is just $50. Classes will begin March of 2014. Register early. Register by going to www. OwensWorks.com and clicking on the motorcycle box. You will register directly with the State of Ohio. Walk-in priority will be given to minors and active military. 26 Basic Academic Skills and GED Preparation Do you need help in reading, writing, or math? Do you need a GED? An individual learning plan is developed for each student to meet their unique needs and to help them make progress as quickly as possible. Call (567) 661-2708 to register. COMPASS Preparation Course (preparing for the COMPASS exam) COMPASS preparation courses are designed to help you prepare for success in college by scoring well on the college placement test. Classes are ongoing each semester. Call (567) 661-2708 to register. The Trucking Industry: Your New Career? In uncertain times, it may surprise you to hear that job opportunities in the trucking industry are exceptional! Owens and Trainco, Inc. are teaming up to offer fullservice training courses that help you start a new career in trucking. In just a few weeks, you can get your CDL license and become a strong candidate for the many job openings in the field. Training takes place at Trainco, which is located three miles south of the Owens Community College Toledo-area Campus and on the Findlay-area Campus. Classes are offered in the daytime, evening, and weekends. For more information, call Trainco direct at (419) 837-5730 or tollfree at (866) 374-8353. ESOL Classes (English for Speakers of Other Languages) ESOL classes help adults for whom English is not their first language. We offer classes to help learners improve speaking, reading, and writing skills, learn about citizenship and participate in conversation classes. Call (567) 661-2708 to register. Call (567) 661-2708 for more information or to register. Want to register when it is convenient for you? Try our online registration system at www.owensworks.com WCS Non-credit Application TOLEDO-AREA CAMPUS Attention: WCS • P.O. Box 10,000 • Toledo, Ohio 43699-1947 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7357 • Fax: (567) 661-7662 FINDLAY-AREA CAMPUS Attention: WCS • 3200 Bright Road • Findlay, Ohio 45840-3509 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3155 • Fax: (567) 429-3168 Please print information clearly with black or blue ink www.owens.edu Social Security Number: __________ - ______ - ____________ Your Social Security Number is confidential and protected by both federal and state laws. The college will protect this number from unauthorized disclosure and/or use. In compliance with state and federal regulations/laws, disclosure may be authorized for the purposes of state and federal reporting. Additionally, Owens Community College will use your Social Security Number for keeping records, and reporting. If your Social Security Number is not provided, Owens Community College and other colleges may not be able to match your application(s), test scores or transcripts to your academic records which may delay processing your application. 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Billing Address _______________________________________________________________________________________________ If paying by credit card, please call our office at (567) 661-7357. r 1/17/12 27 WORKFORCE AND COMMUNITY SERVICES P.O. Box 10,000 Toledo, OH 43699-1947 REGISTER ONLINE: OwensWorks.com and click on Register Now! REGISTER IN PERSON: When should I register? Register early. Don’t wait till the last minute to register for class. All classes are canceled 72 hours in advance if minimum enrollment isn’t met. Please, enroll early. Will I receive a confirmation? Although class confirmations are not automatically generated, you can request a receipt by calling (567) 661-7357. By phone: (567) 661-7357 Walk-in: At either our Findlayarea Campus or the Arrowhead Park Learning Center. Owens accepts MasterCard, Discover, Visa or American Express Where is Workforce and Community Services located? Arrowhead Park Learning Center 1724 Indian Wood Circle, Maumee, OH Findlay-area Campus 3200 Bright Road, Findlay, OH REGISTER BY MAIL OR FAX: Mail the registration form with a check or money order to: What if I cancel or withdraw? Owens Community College Workforce and Community Services P.O. Box 10,000 Toledo, OH 43699-1947 If you must cancel a class due to unforeseen circumstances, please contact us prior to the class starting to receive a full refund. No refunds will be issued once the class has started. Fax to 567-661-7662 What if my class is canceled? Register early to avoid disappointment. If class is canceled, you will receive a full refund in 10 – 14 days or we will transfer your registration to the next available class. Workforce and Community Services Hours Arrowhead Park Learning Center: Mon – Thurs 8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Fri 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Hours may change. Refer to www.owens.edu/schedules for the current academic calendar. For information on FERPA policies, please visit www.owens.edu/records_reg/ ferpa.html or e-mail your questions to [email protected]. Organizations enrolling staff for training can be invoiced if a purchase order is provided. An Owens Company Billing Authorization Form must be completed. Call (567) 6617357 for more information. YOU are important to us. Owens Community College is committed to excellence by providing high-quality classes and services. If you are not satisfied with a class, let us know your concerns. We will make every effort to find an alternate class, allow you to retake the class, or offer you a refund. Our goal is to educate and engage you. Your goal is to enjoy!