noncredit - Northern Essex Community College
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noncredit - Northern Essex Community College
opportunities www.necc.mass.edu/noncredit Classes star ting Januar y - June 2010 For individuals seeking Business, Professional, Career and Personal Enrichment Courses & Programs winter/spring noncredit instructors wanted Great job training for half the cosT We are currently looking for instructors for: WORKFORCE TRAINING FUND EXPRESS • CNC Machinist • Cooking • Home Inspection • Fiber Arts • Mosaics • Property Management • Soldering Call 978-659-1200 or apply online at: www.necc.mass.edu/ noncredit Did you know that employers with 50 or fewer employees who contribute to the Massachusetts Unemployment Fund and labor organizations are eligible to have 50% of the cost of job-related training and materials paid for through this easy to use program? Many of the courses and programs in this brochure are already approved. We’d be happy to provide you with more information or help you through the process! Please contact Kathyrn Ronaldson at 978-556-3816 or [email protected] Classes Make Great Gifts! visit our website at www.necc.mass.edu/noncredit or visit the Workforce Training Fund website at www.mass.gov/wtf for massachusetts companies The Massachusetts Workforce Training Fund! The Office of Workforce Development at Northern Essex Community College can help your company create a competitive application and also provide a wide range of training possibilities. We have been involved with more than 50 successful applications! The Workforce Training Fund’s General Program accepts applications for grants under $125K. Why wait? get your company involved with this great resource today! For the most current course information, expanded course descriptions, and new courses, visit www.necc.mass.edu/ noncredit For more information on WTF’s many opportunities contact Kathryn Ronaldson at 978-556-3816 or Dan Halloran at 978-556-3834. Be sure to check out www.mass.gov/wtf for all the details. winter/spring courses index 4 OCCUPATIONAL TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT Bartending (page 4) Green Training & Certification (page 4) Health and Safety (page 5) Home Inspection (page 5) Interior Decoration and Staging (page 6) Organizing (page 7) Real Estate (page 8) Teaching (page 8) Truck Driver Training (page 8) Wedding Planning (page 8) 9 BUSINESS SKILLS & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Accounting and Finance (page 9) CPE Institute (page 9) Customer Service (page 9) Event Planning (page 10) Green Topics (page 10) Human Resources (page 10) Management (page 11) Presentation, Communication & Worklife Skills (page 11) Project Management (page 12) Supply Chain Management (page 12) Writing (page 12) 13 ENTREPRENEURSHIP & SMALL BUSINESS Business Planning (page 13) Money Making Opportunities (page 13) Small Business Development Center (page 14) 15 computer training New Horizons (page 15) AUTOCAD (page 16) Basic Computers (page 16) Microsoft Office (page 16) Access (page 16) Excel (page 16) Outlook (page 17) PowerPoint (page 17) Word (page 17) Project (page 18) QuickBooks (page 18) Short Topic Computer Courses (page 18) Web Design & Web Hosting (page 18) 19 online courses 20 Personal Enrichment Art (page 20) Astronomy (page 20) Bird Watching (page 20) Boating (page 21) Dance (page 21) Flight Instruction (page 21) Floral Design for Weddings (page 21) Health (page 22) Home (page 22) Jewelry (page 23) Knitting (page 23) Landscape Design (page 24) Language (page 24) Mind, Body & Soul (page 25) Money & Real Estate (page 26) Music (page 26) Nature/Natural History Series (page 27) Organizing (page 27) Photo Imaging (page 28) Photography (page 28) Sewing (page 28) Sports and Fitness (page 28) Writing (page 29) 30 Life Long Learning & TraveL Opportunities 31 Registration Form Occupational Training & Development bartending GREEN TRAINING & CERTIFICATION Bartending Learn the basic skills needed to be a bartender, including essential techniques, popular shaken and stirred drinks, beer, wine, garnishes, and glassware use. On-the-job problem solving and customer service basics will be discussed. The ServSafe Alcohol Certification exam will be given in class. Must be 18 years or over to take class. 229 BART1003-NAB: Th, 6-8:30pm, 6 wks, 2/25-4/1, $270 + $45 materials fee for ServSafe test and book, North Andover – weeks 1-2, Methuen weeks 3-6 240 BART1003-NAC: Th, 6-8:30pm, 6 wks, 4/8-5/27 (no class 4/22 & 4/29), $270 + $45 materials fee for ServSafe test and book, North Andover – weeks 1-2, Methuen - weeks 3-6 243 BART1003-NAD: Th, 6-8:30pm, 6 wks, 6/3-7/8, $270 + $45 materials fee for ServSafe test and book, North Andover – weeks 1-2, Methuen - weeks 3-6 Please note: Bartending program includes both of the following modules: 1. ServSafe Alcohol Awareness Certification - Weeks 1 & 2 will be a classroom session in North Andover. The certification test will be on week 2. 2. Fundamentals of Mixology - Weeks 3-6 will be hands-on classes at the Timony School in Methuen. Any questions contact Ken Eisenberger at 978-659-1213 or Michelle Jackson at 978-659-1231. LEED Certification: Green Associate Exam Prep NEW! Become accredited as a LEED Green Associate! The LEED credential is the most widely recognized accreditation for anyone involved in environmental design and green building practices and the Green Associate designation is the place to begin. This comprehensive, high-energy two full day test prep course includes critical information on LEED building rating systems and standards, simulated test questions, and strategies to pass the exam. Instruction is provided by Everblue Training Institute, premier international sustainable education provider with a pass rate of over 90%. Contact Diane Zold-Gross at 978-659-1221 or [email protected] or Dianne (Dee) Lahaye at 978-659-1222 or [email protected] for dates and more info. Green Job Training and Certification for Weatherization and Energy Auditors New! This fast track program provides green job training and preparation for the nationally recommended BPI Building Analyst I certification for weatherization and energy auditors. You’ll learn through site visits and hands-on experience a systems approach to building science and home assessment, skills to identify causes and solutions for issues like energy efficiency, air quality, safety and durability, and be prepared to pass the written and field certification examinations administered at the end of class. Registration deadline is March 5th! Instructor: Program and instructors provided by CleanEdison, an affiliate of the Building Performance Institute (BPI). Contact Diane Zold-Gross at 978-659-1221 or Dianne Lahaye at 978-659-1222 for more details! 179 PRDV1233-NAA: M-F, 9am-5pm, 1 wk, 3/22-3/26, $1,675 fee, North Andover You might also be interested in: Green Topics on page 10 4 Questions or Company Paid Registrations call 978.659.1200 To register see page 31 or call 978.556.3700 health & safety ServSafe Certification Safe food handling is critical to keeping customers and co-workers safe. Offered in association with the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation, ServSafe is a comprehensive eight-hour course that provides an overview of basic sanitation policies and procedures and prepares you to pass the ServSafe Certification exam given during the last class. Students who pass the exam will be awarded the ServSafe Certification by the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation. Instructor: Heidi Riccio, Certified ServSafe Instructor 248 SVSF1004-NAB: Tu, 5-9pm, 2 wks, 2/23-3/2, $146 + $71 materials fee, North Andover 251 SVSF1004-NAC: Tu, 5-9pm, 2 wks, 3/30-4/6, $146 + $71 materials fee, North Andover 255 SVSF1004-NAD: Tu, 5-9pm, 2 wks, 5/4-5/11, $146 + $71 materials fee, North Andover 258 SVSF1004-NAE: Tu, 5-9pm, 2 wks, 6/15-6/22, $146 + $71 materials fee, North Andover End-of-Life Care - Become a Hospice Volunteer Become a Hospice Volunteer! Beacon Hospice is offering a comprehensive training of seven weeks to help prepare interested individuals to become Hospice volunteers. The Beacon Hospice approach to care creates a patient and family environment of hope, comfort and dignity. Volunteers are supervised by a volunteer coordinator and supported by other members of the patient care team. Class held at Beacon Hospice, 350 Main St., Haverhill, MA For more information contact Ken Eisenberger at 978-659-1213 or keisenberger@ necc.mass.edu or Michelle Jackson at 978-659-1231 or [email protected] Health Care Provider CPR Intended for the healthcare provider who cares for patients in a variety of settings. The course teaches CPR for victims of all ages. Topics include ventilation with a barrier device, bag-mask device, oxygen, use of an automated external defibrillator (AED), and relief of foreign-body airway obstruction (FBAO). Includes the adult signs of heart attack, cardiac arrest, stroke, and choking. 435 HCPR1002-NAA: Sat, 9am-2pm, one day, 3/27, $85 + $26 materials fee, North Andover 436 HCPR1002-NAB: Sat, 9am-2pm, one day, 5/22, $85 + $26 materials fee, North Andover home inspection HOME INSPECTION CERTIFICATE The Home Inspection Certificate program is being redesigned to meet new requirements and standards in the industry. The new program will be available March, 2010. The program is designed to introduce you to the growing field of Home Inspection and will help you prepare for the National Home Inspector Examination that is required for licensing as a Home Inspector in MA and NH, as well as many other states. The entire program must be successfully completed in order to earn the Home Inspector Preparation Program Certificate of Completion. It is being developed based on the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) Training Curriculum and state requirements. It is also a National Association of Certified Home Inspector (NACHI) approved curriculum. The certification program will include the following: Inspection of roofing, exterior cladding systems, masonry systems, structural systems, electrical systems, plumbing systems, heating and air conditioning systems, regulations and standards of practice, report writing, professional ethics and contract law. For more information contact Ken Eisenberger at 978-659-1213 or [email protected] or Michelle Jackson at 978-659-1231 or [email protected]. For the most current information and complete course descriptions, visit www.necc.mass.edu/noncredit 5 INTERIOR DECORATION & STAGING Interior Decoration Certificate Program continued Basics of Staging and Redesign INTERIOR DECORATION CERTIFICATE PROGRAM This program is for you if you’re interested in entering the decorating field or just want more knowledge of interior decoration principles. Take only those courses that interest you or complete five courses (the Fundamentals of Interior Decoration plus 4 courses) to earn the certificate. This program also prepares you to become a Certified Professional Decorator through the Decorator’s Alliance of North America. Contact Dianne Lahaye at 978-659-1222 or [email protected] for a brochure or more information. Ideal for decorators, real estate professionals, professional organizers and homeowners, learn to use the principles of Real Flare™ Staging to redesign living spaces to be more attractive and functional using existing furnishings, basic interior decor principles & Feng Shui to stage homes for sale; there is some discussion on photography, business practices, working with other professionals and homeowners. Instructor: Margaret Innis, ASP Master Stager, owner of Decorate to Sell, LLC, with extensive staging, redesign and color consulting experience 210 SBPD1077-NAA: Tu, 6-8:30pm, 4 wks, 3/9-3/30, $179, North Andover The Business of Interior Decoration The Fundamentals of Interior Decoration This hands-on course provides an awareness of the industry and broad overview of the fundamental process, tools, concepts, principles and language of interior decoration/design, including: the role of the decorator, color theory and psychology, furniture styles and placement. Instructor: Dori Kelly Wroblinski, interior and garden designer, owner of DKDesign, artist and writer 176 SBPD1061-NAA: Th, 6-9pm, 8 wks, 3/11-4/29, $408 + $85 materials fee, North Andover Drawing Floor Plans Learn critical business skills needed by interior decorators, including calculating costs and budgets, determining and negotiating fees, creating proposals and contracts, managing your projects, setting up your workspace and office plus targeting and marketing to a specific client base. Instructor: Yvonne Dumas, experienced interior design professional and owner of Design Directions in W. Newbury, MA. 438 SBPD1102-NAA: Th, 9am-12pm, 5 wks, 4/1-4/29, $260, North Andover Furniture Styles: History, Elements, and Influences NEW! Learn fundamental interior drafting skills using basic tools such as a ruler, graph paper and residential templates. You will learn how to measure out a room, draw it to scale, and use templates to draw in furniture. You will also become familiar with drafting symbols such as doors, windows, and electrical symbols and apply them into a working draft. Templates included in materials fee; some additional supplies will be required. Instructor: Dori Kelly Wroblinski, interior and garden designer, owner of DKDesign, artist and writer 475 SBPD1107-NAA: M, 6-9pm, 5 wks, 4/5-5/10 (no class 4/19), $260, North Andover 175 SBPD1072-NAA: Th, 6-8:30pm, 4 wks, 1/21-2/11, $170 + $17 materials fee, North Andover The “Green” Home: Residential Sustainable Design Kitchen Planning Basics NEW! Learn the essentials of kitchen design and remodeling from design through completion, including product and materials selection, budget planning and value assessment, life disruption concerns, contractor and construction issues, plus special considerations for newer, aging, older and historical homes. Instructor: Keith Lauro, owner/operator of K & M Enterprises, with extensive experience in all facets of home remodeling 342 SBPD1094-NAA: W, 6-9pm, 4 wks, 1/27-2/17, $204, North Andover Selecting Fibers, Fabrics and Finishes Every room has a wide range of fabrics and materials! Explore the range of various materials options, durability, applications and selection considerations for upholstery, flooring, wall coverings, ceilings, moldings, decorative materials, and more plus also learn about new materials and trends. Instructor: Yvonne Dumas, experienced interior design professional and owner of Design Directions in W. Newbury, MA. 437 SBPD1103-NAA: W, 6-9pm, 5 wks, 2/24-3/31 (no class 3/17), $260, North Andover Interior Decoration Certificate Program continued 6 Questions or Company Paid Registrations call 978.659.1200 Explore all aspects of furniture, including the terminology, details and key elements of furniture and architectural styles, the history of furniture styles from pre-history to present, including periods and transitions, geographical and cultural influences, design philosophies and historical role of furniture. Instructor: Yvonne Dumas, experienced interior design professional and owner of Design Directions in W. Newbury, MA. Learn basics of sustainable residential design, material selection and applications, indoor air quality, long-term building quality, rating systems, solar energy concepts and applications, and energy use to help make an existing or new home “go green”, save money, and safeguard health and the environment. Course aimed for interior designers, builders, property managers, architects, real estate professionals and homeowners. Instructor: Scott Richardson of Gorman Richardson Architects, a LEED accredited professional and registered architect with 35+ years residential and sustainable design experience 408 SBPD1067-NAA: Tu, 6-9pm, 4 wks, 4/6-4/27, $204 + $30 materials fee, North Andover Bath Planning Basics NEW! Covers all the essentials of designing and remodeling bathrooms from start to finish, including selection of materials, planning the budget, determining value for money spent, life disruption issues, potential construction/contractor concerns plus special considerations related to the age of the home. Instructor: Keith Lauro, owner/operator of K & M Enterprises, with extensive experience in all facets of home remodeling 346 SBPD1106-NAA: W, 6-9pm, 4 wks, 4/7-4/28, $204, North Andover Interior Decoration Certificate Program continued To register see page 31 or call 978.556.3700 Interior Decoration Certificate Program continued Beyond the Basics of Staging and Redesign: Growing Your Business This course expands on the principles covered in the Basics of Staging and Redesign and covers pricing your business, layering services, building inventory for vacant and new construction, marketing to real estate offices and agents, business networking techniques and more! Instructor: Margaret Innis, ASP Master Stager, owner of Decorate to Sell, LLC, with extensive staging, redesign and color consulting experience throughout New England 211 SBPD1081-NAA: Tu, 6-8:30pm, 4 wks, 4/27-5/18, $179, North Andover Organizing continued Time Organizing Determine the best calendars for each situation and how to use them effectively, including how to prioritize and sequence tasks in conjunction with what is on the calendar plus you’ll also conduct a three day time audit. 153 SBPD1085-NAA: W, 6:30-9pm, 2 wks, 3/24 & 3/31, $85, North Andover Space Organizing Explore strategies to look objectively at any space, identify spaces, and categorize items. You’ll learn an easy seven step process to eliminate clutter to create the envisioned space then use that process to organize a space. Included will be a discussion on chronic disorganization. organizING 154 SBPD1086-NAA: W, 6:30-9pm, 2 wks, 4/7 & 4/14, $85, North Andover Paper Organizing PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZING CERTIFICATE PROGRAM Thinking of becoming a Professional Organizer? This interactive, practical, information-packed certificate program will equip you with the tools and knowledge necessary to begin a career as a professional organizer! Take just those courses of interest or all ten to earn the certificate of completion. Instructor: Susan Walko, experienced instructor and professional organizer who manages Organiz-ER, a business devoted to helping individuals become personally organized in their homes and professional lives Address different methods for categorizing papers that are saved for reference for home as well as businesses and discover the tools available for paper organizing; includes an overview of scanning and filing papers electronically. 155 SBPD1087-NAA: W, 6:30-9pm, one eve, 4/21, $43, North Andover Financial Organizing Learn a proven process to handle the flow of financial paperwork from receipt to action to when that paperwork is permanently filed. 156 SBPD1088-NAA: W, 6:30-9pm, one eve, 4/28, $43, North Andover Fundamentals of Organizing This overview of the three basic organizing areas (time, space and information) is a prerequisite for all subsequent courses. Concepts and strategies are introduced plus tactical methods to implement each strategy are taught with participants using their own situations to apply the concepts. 150 SBPD1082-NAA: W, 6:30-9pm, one eve, 2/24, $43, North Andover Needs Assessment and Preparing the Organizing Plan Information Organizing Explore different types of information to be stored and various software programs used to store that information plus learn to use an integrated system of information organizing that spans across all electronic locations; must have basic computer experience. 157 SBPD1089-NAA: W, 6:30-9pm, one eve, 5/5, $43, North Andover “New Age” Organizing Learn a foolproof formula for determining trouble spots, identifying their causes and putting together a plan to achieve successful results; includes how to locate the proper resources and estimate costs. Provides a general introduction to three organizing focuses associated with “New Age”: Feng Shui, “green organizing”, and “internal” organizing and explores the concepts of harmonizing the flow of life-energy through the house, lessening environmental impact, and balancing individual energy. 151 SBPD1083-NAA: W, 6:30-9pm, one eve, 3/3, $43, North Andover 158 SBPD1090-NAA: W, 6:30-9pm, one eve, 5/12, $43, North Andover Introduction to Project Planning and Event Management Strategies for Success for Professional Organizers Build upon goal setting strategies to create an action plan. You’ll learn a simple project planning strategy for recording project tasks, dates and resources, and then plan a simple event such as a yard sale. Explore the types of services organizers offer, specialty areas and populations, customer service, professional and ethical considerations. 159 SBPD1091-NAA: W, 6:30-9pm, one eve, 5/19, $43, North Andover 152 SBPD1084-NAA: W, 6:30-9pm, one eve, 3/10, $43, North Andover You might also be interested in: Organizing continued Organizing (Personal Enrichment) on page 27 For the most current information and complete course descriptions, visit www.necc.mass.edu/noncredit 7 teaching Preparation Course for the Communication & Literacy Skills Test (CLST) of the MTEL real estate The following four Real Estate programs are offered through a partnership with the Lee Institute, 310 Harvard St., Brookline, MA 02446. Contact Lee Institute at 800-649-0008 or 617-734-3211 for scheduling and registration information. Real Estate Salesperson’s License Preparation The Lee Institute Real Estate course is a 24-hour mandated preparatory pre-licensing course. Upon completion you will be prepared to take the Massachusetts Salesperson’s Examination. During the course you will take practice exams similar to the state examination. Select one of the following class times: This workshop is designed to prepare those who plan to take the CLST, which is one of the Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure (MTEL). The CLST is required for licensure as a teacher or educational administrator in MA and is required for students who are transferring to a four-year college with programs leading to teacher licensure. This course provides an overview of the test, an intensive review of the skills assessed by the test, the opportunity to take sample tests, and strategies for test-taking. 482 PRDV1093-NAB: Sat, 9:30am-12pm, 4 wks, 3/27-4/17, $180 + $15 materials fee, North Andover (To prepare for 5/8/10 test) TRUCK DRIVER TRAINING COMMERCIAL DRIVER’S LICENSE CDL A & CDL B Tuesday Nights, 7pm–10pm Tuesday Mornings, 9am-3pm COURSE TUITION: $280 payable in installments or $270 if paid in full the first night. The textbook and other materials are included in the cost. Location: North Andover Salesperson’s License Preparation Accelerated 3-Day Weekend Program This program allows the student to complete the Massachusetts mandated 24-hour requirement in one weekend. Information relevant to the State Examination is explained in detail in the classroom with the aid of the Massachusetts Candidate Handbook. Northern Essex Community College is pleased to partner with New England Tractor Trailer Training School (NETTTS) to provide professional Truck Driver Training at the college’s Corporate and Community Education Center. This program offers a thorough introduction to long haul driving, with sufficient driving time to develop the skills necessary and prepare for the State Commercial Drivers License Examination. Daytime and weekend schedules are available. Program is approved for Federal Education Benefits for eligible veterans, selected reservists and eligible dependents. For information and to make an appointment please call 1-800-663-3363. Friday 6-10pm, Saturday & Sunday 9am-7pm. COURSE TUITION: $270, including text & study materials. Location: North Andover Basic Appraisals Principles 30 hours This basic appraisal course provides an overview of real property concepts and characteristics, legal considerations, value influences, real estate finance, types of value, economic principles, real estate markets and analysis, and ethics in appraisal theory. Approved for primary and continuing education credit in MA, NH, CT, ME and RI. Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 9am–7pm COURSE TUITION: $350 including text & study materials. Location: North Andover Basic Appraisal Procedures 30 hours This basic appraisal course provides an overview of real estate appraisal approaches to value, valuation procedures, property description, residential applications, commercial applications, improvement construction, home inspection, and appraisal math. Approved for primary and continuing education credit in MA, NH, ME, CT, and RI. WEDDING PLANNING WEDDING PLANNER CERTIFICATION PROGRAM Offered in partnership with the Wedding Planning Institute, this is the perfect program if you’re interested in becoming a wedding planner or already in the field and want the Certified Wedding Planner designation. Learn to successfully plan, coordinate and direct weddings of all types plus get the tools necessary to launch and grow a wedding planning business. Fee includes course materials, online contract/business document templates, testing and national certification. Instructor: TBA, local, experienced, certified wedding planner provided by the Wedding Planning Institute 247 SBPD1069-NAA: W, 6-9pm, *12 wks, 2/24-5/19 (no class 3/17), $895 fee, North Andover *Additional classes may be arranged for field trips Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 9am–7pm COURSE TUITION: $350 including text & study materials. Location: North Andover You might also be interested in: Floral Design DIY Workshops on page 21 Event Planning Certificate Program on page 10 8 Questions or Company Paid Registrations call 978.659.1200 To register see page 31 or call 978.556.3700 Business Skills & Professional Development Accounting & Finance Finance for Non-Financial Managers Use financial information to improve decision making, budget planning, proposals and communication of information. Learn to financially analyze the health of a company, use financial ratios, read and interpret financial statements, understand time value of money, prepare budgets, project income and cash flow, and assess the feasibility of proposed projects plus measure rates of return on investments. Instructor: Jim Chiafery, CPA, CMA, CFE, has more than 35 years experience as an auditor, controller, financial manager, investor relations officer and most recently, a fraud examiner 177 SBPD1104-NAA: Tu, 6:30-8:30pm, 6 wks, 2/23-3/30, $204 + $14 materials fee, North Andover CPE institute CPE INSTITUTE CPE Institute courses are designed to meet mandatory Continuing Professional Education (CPE) requirements for certified public accountants (MA/NH AICPA). Most programs are intermediate level and are designed for business and professional groups, but they may also be of interest to the general public. There are no prerequisites but participants should have basic knowledge in the areas of discussion. Tax courses meet requirements for enrolled agents. For more information about the CPE Institute, contact Ken Eisenberger at 978-659-1213 or [email protected] Understanding, Detecting and Preventing Business Fraud NEW! All businesses are vulnerable to fraud so whether a small business owner or employed by a large company, you’ll benefit from this critical information! Learn various fraud schemes common in businesses, how to minimize risks, spot red flag warning signs and design procedures to prevent and /or detect fraud. Explore what motivates employees or contractors to commit fraud and what employers should do to confront it. Instructor: Jim Chiafery (bio above) customer service 178 SBPD1105-NAA: Tu, 6:30-8:30pm, 4 wks, 4/13-5/4, $136, North Andover Accounting Essentials for Entrepreneurs and Other Non-Accountants This course is great for anyone who wants to demystify balance sheets and other financial matters. Learn to do cash flow projections, record and summarize financial information and then use that information in decision making, plus learn the different kinds of financial statements. Instructor: Jim Coleman, CPA, with experience in entrepreneurial ventures 336 ESBD1008-NAA: W, 6:30-8:30pm, 4 wks, 3/24-4/14, $136, North Andover Accounting Essentials for Entrepreneurs and Other Non-Accountants Part II NEW! This course builds on the principles learned in Accounting Essentials for Entrepreneurs and Other Non-Accountants and covers more in-depth financial analysis, projections, decision making and problem solving with a focus on real world applications. Best for anyone who has completed the first course or who has a basic understanding of accounting. Instructor: Jim Coleman, CPA, with experience in entrepreneurial ventures 410 ESBD1090-NAA: W, 6:30-8:30pm, 4 wks, 4/28-5/19, $136, North Andover CUSTOMER SERVICE SPECIALIST CERTIFICATE Learn to listen and communicate with customers, build rapport, provide assistance and solve problems, plus learn business and personal effectiveness skills that make you highly sought after in today’s job market. Designed for anyone dealing with customers, the skills learned are applicable to all for-profit and nonprofit organizations; those with experience as well as those interested in training for a new career are welcome. Instructor: Lisa Fabbri, M.A., with experience as a Quality Management Specialist within an e-contact center providing customer care solutions to Web based companies. Essentials of Quality Customer Service 138 PRDV1087-NAA: Tu, 6-9pm, one eve, 2/23, $51 + $20 materials fee, North Andover Effective Problem Solving and Communication Techniques 139 PRDV1088-NAA: Tu, 6-9pm, one eve, 3/2, $51, North Andover Taking Care of Business, Difficult People and Yourself 140 PRDV1089-NAA: Tu, 6-9pm, one eve, 3/9, $51, North Andover Blending Sales and Service 141 PRDV1090-NAA: Tu, 6-9pm, one eve, 3/16, $51, North Andover Delivering Knock Your Socks Off Service 142 PRDV1091-NAA: Tu, 6-9pm, one eve, 3/23, $51, North Andover For the most current information and complete course descriptions, visit www.necc.mass.edu/noncredit 9 Green Topics continued event planning Sustainability Basics: Beyond the Hype and Down to Practicality EVENT PLANNING CERTIFICATE Whether it’s the grand opening of a new branch, a convention, annual meeting, fund-raising event or company outing, every special event requires careful planning and know-how. This lively, hands-on, practical series will help you develop the skills and techniques of planning, decision making, budgeting, scheduling, celebrity participation/endorsement, and evaluation. Each student will learn to plan stellar events while avoiding the need for crisis management. Instructor: Stefanie J.B. Muscat, CEO of Bevara, accredited public relations counselor with extensive experience planning special events for nonprofit organizations Determine what it really means to be “green”. Learn basic principles of green/sustainability, energy conservation and waste minimization, recycling and using non-toxics. Explore a broad range of practical measures to reduce costs while minimizing the environmental footprint. Students will explore their own sustainability potential. 477 SBPD1108-NAA: M, 6-9pm, 2 wks, 3/8-3/15, $102 + $25 materials fee, North Andover Energy Conservation Learn the basics of energy efficiency and renewable energy sources, carbon footprints, and the economics of energy upgrades. Topics include: building and facility efficiency measures, transportation, behavioral measures, financial resources for energy, and finances. Winning the Job 478 SBPD1099-NAA: M, 6-9pm, 2 wks, 3/22-3/29, $102, North Andover 143 SBPD1018-NAA: M, 6:30-9pm, one eve, 3/1, $43, North Andover New Business Opportunities and Strategies to Attract the Conscious Consumer The Budget and Timeline 146 SBPD1021-NAA: M, 6:30-9pm, one eve, 3/22, $43, North Andover Explore new and emerging business opportunities and changes, related to “green”. Learn about new trends in consumer behavior and plan for changes in business to attract these customers. You’ll learn about the conscious consumer and cultural creatives, greenwashing, and how to prepare for the local, organic and conservationist transition movement. The Finer Points of Promotion and Advertising 479 SBPD1109-NAA: M, 6-9pm, one eve, 4/5, $51, North Andover 147 SBPD1022-NAA: M, 6:30-9pm, one eve, 3/29, $43, North Andover Sustainable Business Operations: Making Sustainability Work for You 144 SBPD1019-NAA: M, 6:30-9pm, one eve, 3/8, $43, North Andover Negotiations and Contracts 145 SBPD1020-NAA: M, 6:30-9pm, one eve, 3/15, $43, North Andover Planning for Your Audience Putting It All Together 148 SBPD1023-NAA: M, 6:30-9pm, one eve, 4/5, $43, North Andover The Events 149 SBPD1024-NAA: M, 6:30-9pm, one eve, 4/12, $43, North Andover You might also be interested in the Wedding Planning Certificate Program on page 8 Learn about applicable national and international standards and legal issues, how the Commonwealth and federal government are reacting to the need, appropriate certifications, organizations and resources plus specific standards and frameworks for implementation in a variety of industries. 480 SBPD1100-NAA: M, 6-9pm, one eve, 4/12, $51, North Andover You might also be interested in Green Training & Certification on page 4 Green topics human resources SUSTAINABILITY ESSENTIALS CERTIFICATE PROGRAM NEW! The world has gone “green” but what does that mean for your business? Understanding sustainability thinking will improve your bottom line, enhance your career, and prepare you for the future. Learn practical information, skills, and implementation strategies to cut costs and reduce your environmental footprint plus get up-todate information on trends, opportunities, standards, regulations and resources. Take just those courses of interest or complete all to earn the certificate. Instructor: Mark Myles, principal of Sustainnovation Consulting, with extensive experience helping businesses realize benefits of sustainable strategy, including increased profitability and credibility, plus community and environmental support Green Topics continued 10 Questions or Company Paid Registrations call 978.659.1200 MANAGING HUMAN RESOURCES CERTIFICATE PROGRAM These seminars provide a balanced approach to Human Resources fundamentals and an overview of what it means to be part of an organization from both employers’ and employees’ perspectives. If you’re involved in Human Resources or hope to be, this program helps you figure out the “rules of the road.” Take classes that interest you or complete the entire program to earn the Certificate of Completion. Instructor: Andrea Gropper, President of MERIK Associates, a regional Human Resources and Consulting firm providing innovative strategic solutions and outsource services to small and mid-sized businesses Human Resources continued To register see page 31 or call 978.556.3700 Human Resources continued Management continued The Role of Human Resource Management in the Organization Business Process Improvement 132 SBPD1012-NAA: M, 6-9pm, one eve, 3/8, $51 + $10 materials fee, North Andover Employment Laws: What Every Employer Should Know 133 SBPD1041-NAA: M, 6-9pm, two eves, 3/15-3/22, $102 + $20 materials fee, North Andover Attracting, Selecting and Hiring the Best Candidate You will learn a variety of process improvement tools that will enable you to continuously improve your business processes and workflows thus providing customers with products and services that consistently meet and exceed their needs and expectations. Take the guesswork out of your decision making by using the process improvement tools that will provide you with real data to inform your decision making! Instructor: Gerry Bruno 441 PRDV1224-NAA: F, 9am-4pm, one day, 4/9, $102 + $40 materials fee, North Andover 134 SBPD1095-NAA: M, 6-9pm, one eve, 4/5, $51 + $10 materials fee, North Andover Developing & Communicating Effective Policies and Procedures 135 SBPD1016-NAA: M, 6-9pm, one eve, 4/12, $51 + $10 materials fee, North Andover Performance Management & Employee Development 136 SBPD1096-NAA: M, 6-9pm, two eves, 4/26-5/3, $102 + $20 materials fee, North Andover Compensation & Benefits Basics 137 SBPD1017-NAA: M, 6-9pm, two eves, 5/10-5/17, $102 + $20 materials fee, North Andover PRESENTATION, COMMUNICATION & Worklife SKILLS management Speaking and Presenting with Confidence NEW! Effective Supervisory/ Managerial Skill Building Program Supervisory Skills Bootcamp This is an intense two-day workshop that provides managers and supervisors with essential skills to effectively lead in their organization. Topics include Effective Communications; Coaching for Improved Performance; Improving Employee Work Habits; Preparing for Change; Dealing with Conflicts; and Teambuilding. Instructor: Gerry Bruno 439 PRDV1008-NAA: F, 9am-4pm, two days, 3/19 & 3/26, $204, North Andover Understanding Behavioral Styles Understanding your behavioral style allows you to gain insights into how others perceive you. It enables you to improve your ability to communicate and be an effective team member. Understanding the behavioral styles of others helps you to be a more effective leader and release higher levels of motivation in the work team. The DISC assessment tool will be used. Instructor: Gerry Bruno 440 PRDV1075-NAA: F, 9am-1pm, half day, 4/2, $68 + $85 materials fee, North Andover Management continued Learn to become a more confident, focused, effective and professional communicator when giving presentations or interacting in meetings, in groups, or one-to-one. Topics include key communication skills, overcoming nervousness, planning, organizing and adding punch to presentations, body language, dealing with sticky situations, maximizing meetings and more. Instructor: Lynn MacDonald, owner of Knowledge Tree, professional adult educator and speaker 332 PRDV1235-NAA: M, 1-5pm, 3 wks, 3/8-3/22, $204 + $15 materials fee, North Andover 334 PRDV1235-NAB: M, 6-9pm, 4 wks, 5/3-5/24, $204 + $15 materials fee, North Andover Skills for Success in Today’s Workplace NEW! Are you dealing with long hours, increased workloads and fewer resources? Learn tools and strategies to thrive, not just survive, in today’s business climate of doing more with less. Course will emphasize maximizing time use, increasing productivity, reducing stress, communicating effectively and working within the organizational culture. Instructor: Lucy Paine Kezar, experienced speaker, writer, trainer and coach 476 PRDV1236-NAA: Th, 9-11:30am, 3 wks, 4/8-4/22, $128, North Andover You might also be interested in: Effective Business Writing on page 12 For the most current information and complete course descriptions, visit www.necc.mass.edu/noncredit 11 PROJECT MANAGEMENT Supply Chain Management continued Procurement PROJECT MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATE As resources become increasingly scarce, the need to closely manage and control cost, human resources, schedule and quality become a necessity. As the demand for better, faster, less expensive quality products continues to increase, so does the demand for knowledgeable, competent, trained Project Managers. Project management has become a necessity of doing business. These 5 courses are also designed to prepare you to pass the exams to earn the Project Management Institute (PMI) designation as a Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM). Instructor: Rich Maltzman, PMP, with an MSIE and Masters Certificate in Project Management plus extensive international experience as a Project Manager and Project Management Supervisor Project Quality Management 271 MGMT1023-NAA: W, 6-9pm, 6 wks, 2/3-3/10, $306 + $30 materials fee, North Andover Managing Project Contracts & Costs 275 MGMT1024-NAA: W, 6-9pm, 6 wks, 3/24-4/28, $306 + $40 materials fee, North Andover Managing Project Risk 281 MGMT1025-NAA: W, 6-9pm, 6 wks, 5/12-6/16, $306 + $61 materials fee, North Andover This module will examine the procurement process and its impact in the Supply Chain model. Other topics discussed will include duties of a purchasing agent, procurement strategies, supplier selection, contracts, purchasing trends, ethics, and make vs. buy decisions. Instructor: John Bell, MBA has worked in the defense & commercial arenas with large and small companies. His experience covers a wide variety of SCM topics such as Procurement, Material control, Quality and Operations 284 MGMT1030-NAA: W, 6-9pm, 3 wks, 3/24-4/7, $153, North Andover Quality Looks at the development of quality process and its effect on the supply chain. Other areas reviewed: TQM, lean manufacturing, benchmarking, cost of quality and perceptions of quality. Instructor: John Bell 286 MGMT1009-NAA: W, 6-9pm, 3 wks, 4/21-5/5, $153, North Andover Introduction to International Logistics Businesses of all sizes are now involved in international trade. These opportunities also present many logistics challenges. Following an overview of international trade, the workshop discusses topics essential to success in importing and exporting. The focus is not on sales to international markets but on logistics and regulatory functions. Topics Include: Documentation, Customs regulations, Incoterms, Harmonized Tariff and Schedule B, Letters of Credit. Instructor: Mitchell Kostoulakos 400 MGMT1031-NAB: W, 6-9pm, 3wks, 5/19-6/2, $153, North Andover Project Management Essentials - Fall 2010 Communication and Human Resource Management Fall 2010 SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATE Business leaders in today’s global environment recognize that Supply Chain Logistics is a critical function impacting all disciplines including finance, marketing, and production. It moves beyond the traditional “cost center” approach to a “value add” view. In fact, supply chain logistics is often the competitive edge in gaining market share and improving profitability. As with most business functions the goal is saving time and money. Logistics and Transportation In this workshop you will learn how to plan, organize, and implement logistics programs and effectively measure progress. These skills used in day to day logistics include terminology, documentation, rate calculation, and service support. Instructor: Mitchell Kostoulakos, MBA, CTL, LCHB, extensive experience in international logistics and transportation, consulting, training, sales & operations management writing Effective Business Writing Effective written communication is one of the most valued skills in business today! Learn techniques to improve your general writing skills and help you develop clear, concise and effective business communication skills. You will then apply your new knowledge in written communication to such common workplace applications as letters, reports, e-mail, memos, self-editing and more plus learn commonly available tools to help you continue to progress. Instructor: M. Brenda Smith, writer, editor and president of WriteSmith, a Merrimack Valley-based company that provides coaching, writing and editing services to businesses and individuals 173 PRDV1085-NAA: W, 6-8:30pm, 6 wks, 3/24-4/28, $255 + $24 materials fee, North Andover You might also be interested in Avoiding Publishing Pitfalls on page 13 164 MGMT1029-NAA: W, 6-9pm, 4 wks, 2/3-2/24, $204, North Andover Supply Chain Management continued 12 Questions or Company Paid Registrations call 978.659.1200 To register see page 31 or call 978.556.3700 Entrepreneurship & Small Business business Planning ENTREPRENEURIAL TRAINING PROGRAM THE BUSINESS PLANNING CERTIFICATE PROGRAM: SKILLS & STRATEGIES TO LAUNCH YOUR BUSINESS Are you thinking about starting a new business or buying an existing business or franchise? Evaluate your options and develop skills, strategy, and information to write and implement your business plan with a solid direction, competitive edge and confidence to insure the success of your new business. Complete all courses to earn the certificate; first course optional but highly recommended. Instructor: Michael Salach, with extensive experience in strategic planning, marketing, sales, financial analysis, mergers, acquisitions and franchising Exploring Business Options: Should You Start a New Business or Buy an Existing Business or Franchise? Explore the options of starting a new business, purchasing an existing business and purchasing a franchise including the pros and cons, risks, rewards, and special considerations for each to enable you to determine the best option for you. 160 ESBD1082-NAA: Tu, 6-9pm, one eve, 2/23, $51, North Andover The Basics: Critical Business Planning Skills Develop the basic skills and information to identify and tackle critical business planning elements including cash flow, budgeting, marketing and sales strategies, legal concerns and organization, management, due diligence, financial planning and performance. Note: materials used for balance of program. 161 ESBD1083-NAA: Tu, 6-9pm, 4 wks, 3/2-3/23, $204 + $74 materials fee, North Andover Developing Your Business Plan Outline the elements of a solid business plan and begin to develop useful information about your markets, your customers, capitalization and the business you are in plus begin to use forecasting as an important tool to project and evaluate key aspects of your business. 162 ESBD1084-NAA: Tu, 6-9pm, 4 wks, 3/30-4/20, $204, North Andover Financial Analysis and Strategies to Successfully Implement Your Plan Increase your chances of success with a plan that includes sales, cash flow, breakeven, profitability and other financial information – it’s easier than you think! Combine this with the strategic and tactical elements of your business plan and you’ll have both the direction and confidence to be successful if you follow the plan. 163 ESBD1085-NAA: Tu, 6-9pm, 4 wks, 4/27-5/18, $204, North Andover This exciting 20 week daytime program combines classroom training and consulting to help each student think through their business, create a solid business plan and learn the skills to successfully implement that plan. Dislocated workers may qualify for tuition assistance; approved for Federal Education Benefits for eligible veterans, selected reservists and eligible dependents. Instructor: Paul Jermain of Jermain & Company experienced instructor and business consultant. The winter/spring session is scheduled to begin March 9, 2010. Contact Diane Zold-Gross at 978-659-1221 or Dianne Lahaye at 978-659-1222 for more info. money making opportunities eBay Basics and Beyond Learn about buying and selling on eBay, including how to research items, accept on-line payments, and get visitors to your site, plus learn about international trading, wholesale lots, keywords, shipping/handling, tracking business with online sales reporting tools, how successful eBay Powersellers do it, and more! Instructor: Lynn MacDonald, owner of Knowledge Tree Computer Education, professional adult educator and Education Specialist trained by eBay 174 ESBD1080-NAA: M, 6-9pm, 3 wks, 3/8-3/22, $153 + $11 materials fee, North Andover You’re on the Air! How to Really Make It in Voice-Overs Voice-overs are hot today! And NO, you don’t have to be an actor to get voice-over work! Learn about the voice-over business, opportunities, income potential, the demo and how to have it produced plus ways to get around the competition to turn this into a thriving full or part-time business. You’ll step up to the microphone for some practice recording, too! Instructor: Professional voice-over artist, Liz Solar (Fidelty Investments, Sony, Boston Medical Center) 169 ENTR1001-NAA: Sat, 9-11am, one day, 3/6, $34, North Andover Avoiding Publishing Pitfalls There are many good options for writers to publish their works. There are also many “sharks in the waters.” This course will take a hard look at the publishing industry and explore how to navigate your way through the process and avoid the pitfalls. One-hour break for lunch on your own or bring bag lunch. Instructor: Lenny Cavallaro, published writer, former agent, first reader, freelance editor and current NECC English faculty member 180 ESBD1076-NAA: Sat, 9:30am-2:30pm, one day, 4/10, $68, North Andover For the most current information and complete course descriptions, visit www.necc.mass.edu/noncredit 13 Small Business Development Center (SBDC) SBDC continued The MSBDC’s (Massachusetts Small Business Development Center) Northeastern Regional Office, headquartered at Salem State College in cooperation with NECC, will provide one-to-one counseling assistance to small businesses or prospective small businesses at NECC. Counseling is provided free of charge during the day at the NECC Corporate and Community Education Center and includes, but is not limited to, business plan development, market analysis, business feasibility, etc. The MSBDC is a partnership of the U.S. Small Business Administration, the Executive Office of Economic Affairs, the U-Mass/ Amherst School of Management, and Salem State. This program is a resource of SBA’s business development network. For further information on general SBA, State or MSBDC services contact 978-542-6343 or go to www.salemstate.edu/sbdc. To arrange counseling appointments, call Dianne Lahaye at 978-659-1222. Using Social Media to Grow Your Business NEW! The explosion of online social networking is changing the way business relationships form and grow and altering how daily business is conducted. Learn to use some of the social networks/sites available to small businesses such as Linked In, Facebook, Twitter, Citysearch, Yelp.com, MySpace and blogs, and start getting results for your company. Speaker: Chris Clark of Cave Dog Studio 165 ESBD1088-NAA: W, 6-8pm, one eve, 1/20, Free, North Andover Pricing Your Products and Services NEW! Learn about pricing concepts, the role of pricing in a company’s strategy and an easy four step process to determine pricing for your services or products on the basis of costs, customer goals, trends and competition. Speaker: Jane Johnson, CPA and CMA of B2B CFO, Inc. 166 ESBD1089-NAA: W, 6-8pm, one eve, 3/3, Free, North Andover Business Legal Structure: Taxes and Liability Ensure the smooth flow of your business by selecting the appropriate legal structure, obtaining permits and licenses, protecting business assets and knowing your responsibilities as an employer. Although formal legal advice cannot be offered, this workshop will provide guidelines for your venture. To register for workshops, call the Registrar’s Office at 978-556-3700. Series on Starting or Expanding Your Business 167 ESBD1031-NAA: W, 6-8pm, one eve, 4/7, Free, North Andover In Partnership with the Salem State College Small Business Development Center Financing Your Business Vision Considering starting a business, wish to expand or make an existing business more successful? Join us for these practical workshops presented by various area experts in conjunction with the Salem State College SBDC. These courses provide a general basic overview of various topics and are free of charge. Please refer to other courses noted in this brochure for more in-depth coverage of business topics. Pre-registration is required; call the Registrar’s Office at 978-556-3700. Seating is limited to 25 students. Learn from a banker and a consultant how a lender looks at your loan request. Credit quality, cash flow and collateral are key. This presentation will focus on preparing your existing business or startup venture for financing. Sources of capital, including SBA guaranteed bank loans, will be discussed. Speaker: Bob Viera, management consultant plus a banker 168 ESBD1053-NAA: W, 6-8pm, one eve, 5/5, Free, North Andover SBDC continued 14 Questions or Company Paid Registrations call 978.659.1200 To register see page 31 or call 978.556.3700 computer training Take the next step with... Meet your career goals with training solutions from Northern Essex Community College and New Horizons Computer Learning Centers NECC and New Horizons Computer Learning Centers of Northern New England have partnered to provide practical and innovative Information Technology training to help individuals take advantage of emerging opportunities. Whether you seek advancement in your current job or a new career in information technology, information technology Northern Essex Community College turn to us. Students will gain knowledge and industry certifications through a balanced learning approach, empowering you to increase your workplace competence and gain a professional advantage. For more information about our mentored learning programs class or available dates for courses listed below, call: NECC at 978-659-1231 or New Horizons at 1-800-639-9407 Call for Available Dates! Active Directory Network or XP Home Edition in a workgroup environment. A+ Essentials $2395.00 Prepare students for the Comp TIA A+ Essentials certification exam. Students will obtain the skills and knowledge necessary to install, build, upgrade, repair, configure, troubleshoot and perform preventative maintenance on personal computer hardware and operating systems. MS2262 Supporting Users Running Applications on a MS XP Operating System $2395.00 This is an introductory course designed to provide information on how to troubleshoot applications running on MS Windows XP. A+ Technician Certification $2395.00 Students will learn how to support PC hardware in a business setting, including installation, troubleshooting, and component replacement for maintaining workplace PC’s. Network + Certification $2395.00 In this course students learn skills that help prepare for the CompTIA Network+ certification, 2009 objectives. The course describes the major networking technologies, systems, skills, and tools used in modern PC-based computer network. Security + Certification $2395.00 In this course, students will build on their knowledge and professional experience with computer hardware, operating systems, and networks as they acquire the specific skills required to implement basic security services on any type of computer network. Server + Certification $2395.00 In this course, students install, configure, upgrade, maintain, and troubleshoot servers, and learn information and skills that will be helpful on the job, and prepare for the CompTIA Server+ certification examination. MS 2261 Supporting Users Running MS Windows XP Operating Systems $2395.00 Students will gain knowledge and skills needed to troubleshoot basic MS Windows XP problems faced while running MS XP Professional in an MS 2272 Implementing and Supporting MS Windows XP Professional $2395.00 This course addresses the implementation and desktop support needs of customers that are planning to deploy and support MS Window XP Professional in a variety of stand-alone and network operating system environments. MS 2273 Managing and Maintaining a MS Windows Server 2003 Environment $2395.00 This training to provide the knowledge and skills required to manage accounts and resources, maintain server resources, and safeguard data in a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 environment. MS 2274 Managing a MS Windows Server Environment $2395.00 This course provides students with the knowledge and skills to manage accounts and resources in a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 environment and is intended for systems administrator and systems engineer responsible for managing accounts and resources. MS 2275 Maintaining a MS Windows Server 2003 Environment $2395.00 This course provides students with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively maintain server resources, monitor server performance, and safeguard data on a computer running one of the operating systems in the Microsoft Windows Server 2003 family. MS 2276 Implementing a MS Server 2003 Network Infrastructure Network Hosts $2395.00 For the most current information and complete course descriptions, visit The course provides students with the skills and knowledge necessary to configure a Windowsbased computer to operate in a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 networking infrastructure. MS 2277 Implementing, Managing and Maintaining a MS Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure/Network Services $2395.00 This course provides students with the knowledge and skills to implement and manage a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure. MS 2278 Planning and Maintaining a MS Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure $2395.00 This course will provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to plan and maintain a Windows Server 2003 network infrastructure. MS 2279 Planning, Implementing and Maintaining a MS Windows Server 2003 Active Directory Infrastructure $2395.00 This course provides students with the knowledge and skills to successfully plan, implement, and troubleshoot a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Active Directory service infrastructure. MS 2282 Designing a MS Windows Server 2003 Active Directory and Network Infrastructure $2395.00 This course provides students with the knowledge and skills to design a Microsoft Active Directory service and network infrastructure for a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 environment. MS 2830 Implementing and Administering Security in a MS Windows Server 2003 Network $2395.00 The focus of this course is MS Windows Server 2003 based infrastructure solutions and includes some client focused content. This learning product is to provide functional skills in planning and implementing infrastructure security. www.necc.mass.edu/noncredit 15 Autocad 2010 AutoCAD 2010 This computer-aided course is designed for the individual who has little or no drafting/CAD skills or the more experienced CAD user looking to brush up on the current release. Concentration on fundamentals through advanced concepts such as; environment, set-up, edit, draw, block, layouts, layers and design center. This course primarily focuses on 2D applications, but a basic theory on 3D will be covered. Open lab time will be available. Instructor: John Bertorelli For more information contact Ken Eisenberger at 978-659-1213 or [email protected] or Michelle Jackson at 978-659-1231 or [email protected]. basic computers Intro to Computers: 1st Time User This course is designed for the “pure beginner.” Start with a guided tour through operating the hardware, including using the keyboard, mouse, disks, printers and much more. Learn the basics of working in MS Windows. Get your first exposure to cyberspace, including the Internet and email. 379 CMPA1107-NAC: W, 9am-4pm, one day, 2/24, $120 + $19 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover 381 CMPA1107-NAE: M, 6-9pm, 2 wks, 3/15-3/22, $120 + $19 materials fee, + $10 capital fee, North Andover 380 CMPA1107-NAD: M, 9am-4pm, one day, 4/26, $120 + $19 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover 382 CMPA1107-NAF: Th, 6-9pm, 2 wks , 5/13-5/20, $120 + $19 materials fee, + $10 capital fee, North Andover 406 CMPA1107-MA: Th, 5:30-8:30pm, 2 wks, 2/25-3/4, $120 + $19 materials fee, Methuen 409 CMPA1107-MB: Th, 5:30-8:30pm, 2 wks, 5/6-5/13, $120 + $19 materials fee, Methuen Intro to Computers: Novice User Designed for the new user who has spent some time with PCs. Learn how to use MS Windows accessories to manage and configure your PC. Learn basic troubleshooting, and how to protect your PC. Discover the necessities of your computer’s health. 377 CMPA1113-NAA: Tu, 9am-4pm, one day, 3/9, $120 + $10 capital fee, North Andover 378 CMPA1113-NAB: Th, 9am-4pm, one day, 5/13, $120 + $10 capital fee, North Andover microsoft office Introduction to MS Office 2007 An overview of four of Microsoft’s popular programs: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access. Learn to create a professional document in Word, how to use formulas in Excel, create presentations in PowerPoint, and maintain a database of addresses in Access. 419 CMPA1122-NAA: Th, 6-9pm, 6 wks, 3/11-4/15, $360 + $19 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover Introduction to MS Office 2003 See description for Introduction to MS Office 2007 above. 413 CMPA1122-MA: W, 5:30-8:30pm, 6 wks, 3/3-4/7, $360 + $19 materials fee, Methuen ACCESS Access 2007 – Level 1 Learn Access, a widely used Database Management System, to create a database, create and add data to a table, create a form for easy data entry, a query to ask for specified information from the table, and a report to format the information for a professional printout. 356 CMPA1052-NAB: Tu, 9am-4pm, one day, 2/23, $120 + $19 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover 357 CMPA1052-NAC: Th, 9am-4pm, one day, 4/15, $120 + $19 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover 417 CMPA1052-NAD: M, 6-9pm, 2 wks, 4/12-4/26 (no class 4/19), $120 + $19 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover Access 2007 – Level 2 Use Access to create a relational database which allows combining data from multiple tables into one report. You will learn to create relationships and to design advanced queries based on single and multiple tables. Customizing forms and reports using Design View is included, as well as creating calculated fields in a query. 359 CMPA1053-NAA: Tu, 9am-4pm, one day, 3/16, $120 + $19 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover 383 CMPA1108-NAB: W, 9am-4pm, one day, 3/24, $120 + $19 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover 361 CMPA1053-NAB: Th, 9am-4pm, one day, 5/6, $120 + $19 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover 384 CMPA1108-NAC: M, 9am-4pm, one day, 6/7, $120 + $19 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover Access 2007 – Level 3 385 CMPA1108-NAD: Tu, 6-9pm, 2 wks, 4/6-4/13, $120 + $19 materials fee, + $10 capital fee, North Andover 386 CMPA1108-NAE: Th, 6-9pm, 2 wks, 6/24-7/1, $120 + $19 materials fee, + $10 capital fee, North Andover 411 CMPA1108-MA: Th, 5:30-8:30pm, 2 wks, 3/25-4/1, $120 + $19 materials fee, Methuen 412 CMPA1108-MB: Th, 5:30-8:30pm, 2 wks, 6/3-6/10, $120 + $19 materials fee, Methuen Managing your Documents, Spreadsheets, Photos and other computer files Much of the time and effort you put into creating something, (a document, spreadsheet, presentation, database, photo, etc.) gets wasted if you can’t easily find it again when you need it. Prevent losing work by using techniques covered in this seminar to create, maintain and back up your own computer file system. 16 Questions or Company Paid Registrations call 978.659.1200 Access features, including data validity, advanced querying using expressions, modifying forms and reports in design view, creating forms with relational sub-forms, drop down lists, linking tables from other databases and applications, indexes, Action Queries, and an introduction to Access SQL. Instructor: Jay Partlan 363 CMPA1054-NAA: W, 9am-4pm, one day, 4/28, $120 + $19 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover excel Excel 2007 – Level 1 Learn spreadsheet basics and design, including creating, editing, formatting and printing. Use formulas and functions containing cell references to Excel continued on next page To register see page 31 or call 978.556.3700 Excel continued from previous page automate calculations. We also cover Excel charting features. Students should have keyboarding and computer experience. 292 CMPA1049-NAC: M, 9am-4pm, one day, 2/22, $120 + $19 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover 297 CMPA1049-NAD: W, 9am-4pm, one day, 3/31, $120 + $19 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover 300 CMPA1049-NAE: Tu, 9am-4pm, one day, 5/4, $120 + $19 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover 303 CMPA1049-NAF: Th, 9am-4pm, one day, 6/24, $120 + $19 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover 414 CMPA1049-NAG: M, 6-9pm, 2 wks, 3/1-3/8, $120 + $19 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover 415 CMPA1049-NAH: M, 6-9pm, 2 wks, 6/7-6/14, $120 + $19 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover Excel 2007 – Level 2 Learn techniques for large spreadsheets such as freezing headings. We examine the Solver tool, IF function, references between worksheets and workbooks, sorting data, cell and range formatting, creating, editing and customizing charts, absolute and relative cell references, using named ranges and creating a template. 306 CMPA1050-NAB: M, 9am-4pm, one day, 3/8, $120 + $19 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover 309 CMPA1050-NAC: W, 9am-4pm, one day, 4/14, $120 + $19 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover 312 CMPA1050-NAD: Tu, 9am-4pm, one day, 5/25, $120 + $19 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover 416 CMPA1050-NAE: M, 6-9pm, 2 wks, 3/22-3/29, $120 + $19 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover Excel 2007 – Level 3 Learn to use lookup functions, pivot tables and macros. Utilize advanced formatting and analysis tools, use Visual Basic editing, to modify a macro and create user defined functions. Instructor: Jay Partlan 314 CMPA1051-NAA: M, 9am-4pm, one day, 3/29, $120 + $19 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover 318 CMPA1051-NAB: Tu, 9am-4pm, one day, 6/8, $120 + $19 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover Excel 2003 – Level 1 See description for Excel 2007 - Level 1 on previous page. 401 CMPA1049-MA: M, 5:30-8:30pm, 2 wks, 2/22-3/1, $120 + $19 materials fee, Methuen 402 CMPA1049-MB: M, 5:30-8:30pm, 2 wks, 5/17-5/24, $120 + $19 materials fee, Methuen Excel 2003 – Level 2 See description for Introduction to Excel 2007 - Level 2 above. 403 CMPA1050-MA: M, 5:30-8:30pm, 2 wks, 3/22-3/29, $120 + $19 materials fee, Methuen 404 CMPA1050-MB: M, 5:30-8:30pm, 2wks, 6/14-6/21, $120 + $19 materials fee, Methuen OUTLOOK Introduction to Outlook Outlook has many extremely useful functions beyond email. You will be able to save significant time by learning how to use these many customized features related to calendars, appointments, tracking activities and sharing information with other individuals or groups. Instructor: Jay Partlan 398 CMPA1067-NAA: Tu, 9am-4pm, one day, 3/23, $120 + $19 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover 399 CMPA1067-NAB: W, 9am-4pm, one day, 6/16, $120 + $19 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover POWERPOINT PowerPoint 2007 – Level 1 You will learn how to create an animated electronic presentation. Use PowerPoint tools to add text, clip art, hypertext links, charts and special effects to your presentations. Students should have keyboarding and computer experience. 393 CMPA1055-NAB: Th, 9am-4pm, one day, 3/11, $120 + $19 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover 394 CMPA1055-NAC: Tu, 9am-4pm, one day, 4/27, $120 + $19 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover 418 CMPA1055-NAD: M, 6-9pm, 2 wks, 5/10-5/17, $120 + $19 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover PowerPoint 2007 – Level 2 You will learn PowerPoint skills including: Effective design techniques, charts, tables, integration with office applications, template customization, and advanced animation techniques. Instructor: Jay Partlan 395 CMPA1116-NAB: M, 9am-4pm, one day, 4/12, $120 + $19 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover 396 CMPA1056-NAC: Tu, 9am-4pm, one day, 6/15, $120 + $19 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover PowerPoint 2007 – Level 3 This class is project-oriented – you will be working on a presentation covering a topic of your choice. We will start by creating an outline in Word, import to PowerPoint and use powerful PowerPoint tools along with other Office applications to effectively present your information. Instructor: Jay Partlan 397 CMPA1056-NAA: W, 9am-4pm, one day, 5/12, $120 + $19 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover word Word 2007 – Level 1 Learn basic features of Word: creating, saving, and opening a document, typing, selecting, formatting, copying, moving and deleting text, paragraph alignment, line spacing, and setting margins, as well as finding and replacing text, proofing a document, and creating a table. 387 CMPA1046-NAC: M, 9am-4pm, one day, 3/15, $120 + $19 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover 388 CMPA1046-NAD: Th, 9am-4pm, one day, 5/20, $120 + $19 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover Word 2007 – Level 2 Learn Word skills including: Setting tabs and indents, creating and using tables, importing graphics, dividing a document into sections, creating newspaper columns, styles, headers and footers, AutoCorrect features and customization. 389 CMPA1047-NAA: Th, 9am-4pm, one day, 2/25, $120 + $19 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover 390 CMPA1047-NAB: Th, 9am-4pm, one day, 4/22, $120 + $19 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover For the most current information and complete course descriptions, visit Word continued on next page www.necc.mass.edu/noncredit 17 Word continued from previous page Word 2007 – Level 3 Learn advanced table features, Styles in documents and Outlines, Headers and Footers that vary per section, Mail Merge features, Table of Contents and Index creation, Templates, Macros and Forms. Instructor: Jay Partlan 391 CMPA1048-NAA: M, 9am-4pm, one day, 3/22, $120 + $19 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover 392 CMPA1048-NAB: Tu, 9am-4pm, one day, 5/18, $120 + $19 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover Word 2003 – Level 1 See description for Word 2007 - Level 1 on previous page. 405 CMPA1046-MA: M, 5:30-8:30pm, 2 wks, 4/26-5/3, $120 + $19 materials fee, Methuen PROJECT MS Project I Learn how to work with tasks, schedule tasks, manage resources, work with views and tables, filter, group and sort and finalize the task plan. Instructor: Jay Partlan 354 CMPA1065-NAA: Th, 9am-4pm, one day, 3/25, $120 + $21 materials fee, $10 capital fee, North Andover MS Project II Learn how to create baseline and interim plans, analysis of project statistics, project file formatting, custom views, file consolidation, and how to integrate Project with Excel, Access, and Word. Instructor: Jay Partlan 355 CMPA1066-NAA: Th, 9am-4pm, one day, 4/29, $120 + $21 materials fee, $10 captial fee, North Andover 426 CMPA1118-NAC: Tu, 3:30-6pm, 4 wks, 6/22-7/20 (no class 7/6), $200 + $22 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover 427 CMPA1118-NAD: Tu, 6:30-9pm, 4 wks, 6/22-7/20 (no class 7/6), $200 + $22 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover SHORT TOPIC (COMPUTER) COURSES - 3 HOURS Making the Switch to Office 2007 If you have been using Office 2003 or earlier, but now or soon will need to transition to the new Office 2007 system, this timesaving workshop will get you up to speed. Instructor: Jay Partlan 429 CMPA1110-NAB: Th, 9am-12pm, 3/18, $60 + $10 capital fee, North Andover 432 CMPA1110-NAC: Th, 1-4pm, 3/18, $60 + $10 capital fee, North Andover 433 CMPA1110-NAD: W, 9am-12pm, 5/19, $60 + $10 capital fee, North Andover 434 CMPA1110-NAE: W, 1-4pm, 5/19, $60 + $10 capital fee, North Andover WEB DESIGN & WEB HOSTING Dreamweaver I In this class, you will learn how to design Web sites with the latest design technology: how to create files and folders, format headings and paragraphs, working with images, absolute and relative links, uploading files to remote location, managing files. Instructor: Jay Partlan 323 CMPA1062-NAA: W, 9am-4pm, one day, 2/17, $120 + $21 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover 349 CMPA1062-NAB: Tu, 9am-4pm, one day, 4/13, $120 + $21 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover Dreamweaver II quickbooks QuickBooks Pro 2008: Level 1 In this course you will work with QuickBooks Pro 2008, software designed to help small and medium-sized businesses keep their books easily and accurately. You will learn the fundamental skills needed to effectively deal with customers, vendors, and banking transactions and how to create your own company file. Instructor: Lynn MacDonald This class teaches interactive Web page features without programming, including: page layout, importing and exporting, formatting tables, displaying web pages, framesets and templates. Instructor: Jay Partlan 352 CMPA1063-NAA: W, 9am-4pm, one day, 3/10, $120 + $21 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover 353 CMPA1063-NAB: Tu, 9am-4pm, one day, 5/11, $120 + $21 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover Web Design for the Beginner – Level 1 421 CMPA1117-NAC: Tu, 6:30-9pm, 4 wks, 3/2-3/23, $200 + $22 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover Learn the basics of designing a web page and a web site. Learn the core principles of Web design, as well as the building and evaluation procedures that will help you construct your own basic web site. Learn to create and manage a web site using an industry standard authoring tool, Adobe Dreamweaver. Instructor: Jay Partlan 422 CMPA1117-NAD: Tu, 3:30-6pm, 4 wks, 5/18-6/8, $200 + $22 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover 366 CMPA1120-NAB: Sat, 9am-1pm, 3 wks, 3/6-3/20, $240 + $21 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover 423 CMPA1117-NAE: Tu, 6:30-9pm, 4 wks, 5/18-6/8, $200 + $22 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover 369 CMPA1120-NAC: Tu, 6-9pm, 4 wks, 4/27-5/18, $240 + $21 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover QuickBooks Pro 2008: Level 2 Web Design for the Beginner – Level 2 In this course you will deal with QuickBooks intermediate skills, including dealing with physical inventory, sales tax, payroll, and asset, liability, and equity accounts. You will learn how to work with class, estimate, and time tracking features and how to customize reports and create custom templates. Instructor: Lynn MacDonald Using Dreamweaver CS, enhance your Website with Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Site Assets, interactive forms, and links that change when the mouse rolls over them. Create pages with Flash elements and multimedia content. We will look at XML data and examine publishing methods for your website. Instructor: Jay Partlan 424 CMPA1118-NAA: Tu, 3:30-6pm, 4 wks, 4/6-5/4 (no class 4/20), $200 + $22 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover 375 CMPA1121-NAA: Sat, 9am-1pm, 3 wks, 5/1-5/15, $240 + $21 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover 425 CMPA1118-NAB: Tu, 6:30-9pm, 4 wks, 4/6-5/4 (no class 4/20), $200 + $22 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover 376 CMPA1121-NAB: Tu, 6-9pm, 4 wks, 6/8-6/29, $240 + $21 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover 420 CMPA1117-NAB: Tu, 3:30-6pm, 4 wks, 3/2-3/23, $200 + $22 materials fee + $10 capital fee, North Andover 18 Questions or Company Paid Registrations call 978.659.1200 To register see page 31 or call 978.556.3700 online courses Choose from one of the following start dates: 2/17, 3/17, 4/21, 5/19 6/16, 7/21 & 8/18 For more information contact Vanessa Pepin at 978-556-3807 or [email protected] Get Started: 1. Visit our Online Instruction Center: www.ed2go.com/necc 2. Click the Courses link. Choose the department and course title you are interested in, select the Enroll Now button. Follow the instructions to enroll and pay for your course. Here you will choose a username and password that will grant you access to the classroom. 3. When your course starts, return to our Online Instruction Center and click the Classroom link. To begin your studies, simply log in with the username and password you selected during enrollment. Requirements for all courses: Internet access,E-mail, Netscape, Internet Explorer or FireFox web browser, some courses require software. www.ed2go.com/necc At your own pace...in your own place! Choose from a wide range of courses in areas such as: Accounting Always instructorfacilitated Art, History, Psychology, & Literature Basic Computer Literacy Business Administration courses cost only $99 (unless otherwise noted) Convenient, fun, Highly interactive Child Care & Parenting Computer Applications Courses for Teaching Professionals Database Management & Programming Digital Photography & Digital Video Entertainment Industry All courses Run for 6 weeks Grant Writing & Nonprofit Management Graphic Design Health Care, Nutrition, & Fitness Courses Include: lessons, hands-on assignments, quizzes, discussion areas and more. Languages Law & Legal Careers Math, Philosophy, & Science PC Troubleshooting, Networking, & Security Personal Development Personal Enrichment Personal Finance & Wealth Building Sales & Marketing Start Your Own Business Test Prep The Internet Web and Computer Programming Web Graphics and Multimedia Web Page Design Writing & Publishing Entire course catalog can be viewed by visiting www.ed2go.com/necc For the most current information and complete information, Visit us online visit at www.necc.mass.edu/noncredit 19 Personal enrichment Art Instructor: Beverly Mitchell - Artist & Illustrator Painting: Oil, Acrylic & Watercolor (beginner & intermediate) Choose one medium only. Concentrate on color, composition, spatial concepts and drawing skills. Personal guidance based on your own style. Be prepared to paint the first class. Materials list & directions will be mailed prior to class. 181 ARTS1005-OA: Tu, 6-9pm, 8 wks, 2/2-3/23, $245, Off Campus – Artist’s Studio developing the eye, structure, visual relationship between form, light, & space as well as process. In class and home assignments are designed to build technical confidence while challenging you to push to new levels as you observe, study, understand, organize and draw what you see... Bring the following materials to the first class: 18x24 drawing pad, 18x24 newsprint pad, black charcoal, a sturdy portable floor easel or table easel to work on. 347 ARTS1020-VPA: Th, 6-9pm, 6 wks, 2/11-3/25 (no class 3/4), $245 fee, Veasey Park Drawing (Beginner Part 2) Continuation of Drawing (Beginner Part 1). 348 ARTS1021-VPA: Th, 6-9pm, 6 wks, 4/8-5/13, $245 fee, Veasey Park 182 ARTS1005-MA: M, 6-9pm, 8 wks, 4/12-6/14 (no classes 4/19 & 5/31), $240, Methuen 183 ARTS1005-OB: Tu, 6-9pm, 8 wks, 4/13-6/1, $245, Off Campus – Artist’s Studio Instructor: Charles Margeson - Artist, Drawing & Painting Instructor 25+yrs. For Watercolor classes - Bring following supplies & be ready to paint at 1st class: Watercolor paper, paints, pallet & brushes - #s 6,8,10 and a 1” and also a 1 1/2” wash brush. Watercolor: A Look at the New England Coast Students complete a watercolor painting within as little as 2 hours. After each class most students will have a completed watercolor painting. Learn to use the tools of watercolor. Bring supplies & be ready to paint the first day. Materials list mailed prior to class. astronomy Instructor: Anthony R. Costanzo, Owner, Astronomy-Shoppe, Plaistow, NH Introduction to Astronomy Come discover the magical mystery of the stars! Learn about constellations and how to use a telescope. Each night we will meet first in the classroom for lecture and then move outside for observation sessions. Bring notebook, pen & a “Red flashlight”. Star Chart, text, & small telescope supplied. Limit 10. 290 ARTS1002-MA: Th, 6-9pm, 6 wks, 2/4-3/18 (no class 2/18), $180, Methuen 295 HOBB1029-VPA: W, 7-9pm, 6 wks, 4/7-5/12, $166 fee + $25 materials fee, Veasey Park 291 ARTS1002-MB: Th, 6-9pm, 6 wks, 4/8-5/27 (no classes 4/22 & 4/29), $180, Methuen 296 HOBB1029-VPB: W, 7-9pm, 6 wks, 5/26-6/30, $166 fee + $25 materials fee, Veasey Park “Plein Air” Painting with Watercolors An introduction to painting watercolor outdoors. Learn how to put together a kit for painting outside, edit out non-essential information so that you may paint what is important and how to take photos outside and to paint them inside. You will be painting outdoors using the beautiful area at Veasey Park. Materials list mailed prior to class. 293 ARTS1016-VPA: W, 9am-12pm, 6 wks, 5/19-6/23, $240 fee, Veasey Park Intermediate Watercolor Class continues to explore watercolor techniques helping students develop their own style. Some experience in drawing and watercolor. Students who have taken “Watercolor: A Look at New England” are welcome. Bring supplies & be ready to paint the first day. Materials list mailed prior to class. 294 ARTS1018-MA: Tu, 6-9pm, 6 wks, 3/23-5/4 (no class 4/20), $180, Methuen Instructor: Jenny Page - Artist & Illustrator Drawing (Beginner Part I) This two part course investigates core concepts of drawing and the primary medium of visual thinking, learning the elements of drawing language, mark making, and composition. Emphasis will be placed on 20 Questions or Company Paid Registrations call 978.659.1200 bird watching Instructor: Sue McGrath -Birdwatcher, Founder of Newburyport Birders, Pres. Essex Co. Ornithological Club The Merrimac River and Bald Eagles The Bald Eagle is one of our national symbols. Each winter Bald Eagles from northern New England move south to the lower Merrimack River which provides perfect winter habitat for these majestic birds.In this outdoor class you will learn about field marks, bill size & shape, cere & talons, eyes and their hunting style, flight speed and altitude, and their plumage and more. Class will take place along the Merrimac River’s edge and we will be walking on snow and unimproved trails. Dress in layers for outdoor weather including waterproof boots, wool socks, hat & gloves. If you have binoculars, bring them. Meeting location: Park & Ride on Storey Avenue (Rt 113) in Newburyport, Exit 57 off Rt 95. Limit 10. 228 PETS1004-OA: Sun, 1:30-4pm, one day, 2/21, $30 fee, Off Campus To register see page 31 or call 978.556.3700 bOatingInstructors: U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Boating Skills and Seamanship Course approved by National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) in all states. An intermediate class designed for both new boaters seeking boating skills & those advancing to a higher level. Course covers: boating terminology & safety, equipment, boat handling & trailering, aids navigation & rules, lines & knots, inland boating & radio communication. Young boaters (age 12-16) welcome if accompanied by an adult. Materials fee of $55 to be paid in class. 184 FITS1005-NAA: M, 7-9:30pm, 8 wks, 2/1-3/29 (no class 2/15), Free, North Andover dance Instructor: Bracken School of Irish Dance Irish Dance Come learn the joy of Irish Dancing through the steps of the reels and jigs. Start with learning the steps required to perform the basic ceile dances, which are social group dances. Great fun way to get some vigorous exercise and socialize. You will learn the classical party ceile (pronounced Kay-lee) dances which are danced at weddings and parties! Wear sneakers and comfortable clothes. FLIGHT INSTRUCTION Helicopter Flight Instruction: An Introductory Package Take to the sky! Start with 2 hours classroom instruction with a certified ground instructor discussing the history, theory, & safety of helicopter flight. Complete the class with 30 minutes of helicopter flight in a Robinson R-22 training helicopter where you will experience hands-on flight training and actually fly the helicopter with your instructor. Offered in partnership with North Andover Flight Academy, Lawrence Municipal Airport, North Andover. Helicopter manufacturer imposes a 240 pound weight limit per individual. No students under 18 yrs. 272 HOBB1014-OA: Sat, 9am-1pm, one day, 4/17, $215 fee, Off campus 273 HOBB1014-OB: Sun, 9am-1pm, one day, 4/18, $215 fee, Off campus 276 HOBB1014-OC: Sat, 9am-1pm, one day, 5/22, $215 fee, Off campus 277 HOBB1014-OD: Sun, 9am-1pm, one day, 5/23, $215 fee, Off campus Airplane Flight Instruction: An Introductory Package Introductory package includes 1 1⁄2 hours of ground instruction and a 1⁄2 hour flight instruction. Ground portion covers the basics of flight, parts of the airplane, and safety, as they apply it to your in flight portion. You will then fly for 30 minutes with your certified flight instructor and learn basic airplane maneuvers. Offered in partnership with Four Star Aviation, Lawrence Municipal Airport, North Andover. No students under 18 years. 278 HOBB1012-OA: Sat, 9am-1pm, one day, 4/17, $175 fee, Off campus 340 ENTR1019-VPA: M, 7:30-8:30pm, 6 wks, 2/1-3/15 (no class 2/15), $88 fee, Veasey Park 279 HOBB1012-OB: Sun, 9am-1pm, one day, 4/18, $175 fee, Off campus 341 ENTR1019-VPB: M, 7:30-8:30pm, 6 wks, 5/3-6/14 (no class 5/31), $88 fee, Veasey Park 282 HOBB1012-OD: Sun, 9am-1pm, one day, 5/23, $175 fee, Off campus Instructor: Priscilla McNally, I.S.T.D. ballroom dancing specialist, Certified dance judge Ballroom Dancing Includes foxtrot, waltz, swing, cha cha and rumba. Learn leading & following techniques and get a feel for different styles and rhythms. Bring a change of shoes-an enclosed dress shoe or loafer with smooth sole for dancing; no sandals, sneakers, or platform shoes. Directions mailed prior to class. No students under 18 yrs. 185 ENTR1000-OA: Tu, 7-8:30pm, 7 wks, 1/26-3/9, $110, Off Campus 186 ENTR1000-OB: Tu, 7-8:30pm, 7 wks, 3/16-4/27, $110, Off Campus 187 ENTR1000-OC: Tu, 7-8:30pm, 7 wks, 5/4-6/15, $110, Off Campus Instructor: Nancy Griffin (Hyetti), Professional Dancer & Teacher Beginner Belly Dance Come be introduced to the art of this Middle Eastern dance. Learn basic body movements and dance steps that allow you to focus on gaining physical strength, flexibility, confidence, improving posture and simply having fun while exercising. Wear loose, non-binding clothing & do not eat heavy foods before class. Use of veils & finger cymbals are part of class. Bring your own or purchase them in class - $15 & up. No students under 18 yrs. 339 ENTR1003-HA: Tu, 6:30-7:45pm, 8 wks, 3/23-5/11, $100, Haverhill 280 HOBB1012-OC: Sat, 9am-1pm, one day, 5/22, $175 fee, Off campus FLORAL DESIGN FLORAL DESIGN “DIY” Workshops for WeDDings Instructor: Priscilla Styer, Teacher & Floral Designer for 20 + yrs. Great hands on workshops for brides-to-be, their families or anyone interested in learning the many aspects of floral design. Each workshop introduces you to a new technique to encourage you to express your creativity with flowers. If a wedding is in your future, come learn how to design & create your flower arrangements with your own hands. Learn from a talented floral designer which flowers work for different applications & different budgets. Learn techniques to decorate your home with flowers and add special interest to holidays and dinners. NEW WORKSHOPS! Please bring your own floral clippers for each class. Ceremony Flowers – Part 1 Explore considerations of how to focus attention on the celebrated couple, framing them with flowers and/or candles that can create a moment to remember in photos as well as on your wedding day. You will make a specially designed floral arrangement to take home. $28 materials fee paid in class. 368 GARD1072-VPA: W, 6:30-8:30pm, one eve, 2/10, $30 fee, Veasey Park You might also be interested in: Zumba® (Latin Cardio dance experience) on page 29 For the most current information and complete course descriptions, visit Floral Design continued on next page www.necc.mass.edu/noncredit 21 Floral Design continued from previous page health Ceremony Flowers – Part 2 Learn to create a beautiful focal point to highlight the bride and groom. Learn bow making, using tulle and floral arranging at the ends of pews or rows of chairs. Take home your bows, tulle and floral hangers. $28 materials fee paid in class. 370 GARD1073-VPA: W, 6:30-8:30pm, one eve, 2/24, $30 fee, Veasey Park Bridal and Wedding Party Bouquets – Part 1 Explore several style options for bouquets and what considerations to make when choosing flowers, colors, style and size for bouquets. You will make a bouquet using a holder with floral foam and learn the many different styles that can be made using this one type of holder. Also, learn how to create a boutonniere and/or corsage. Take home your created bouquet to show family & friends. $28 materials fee paid in class. 371 GARD1076-VPA: W, 6:30-8:30pm, one eve, 3/3, $30 fee, Veasey Park Bridal and Wedding Party Bouquets – Part 2 Class will focus on the art of making a beautiful hand-tied bouquet. Flower color and the form of the bouquet can add the finishing touch to your gown. Learn about the different ways to finish the stems on the bouquet and also look at “Tussie Mussies” and the history of the bouquets. Take your own hand tied bouquet home with you. $28 materials fee paid in class. All Training provided by Merrimack Valley Hospice Hospice Volunteer Course Learn to make a profound difference in someone’s life in just 2 hours a week! Using lecture, real life stories and small group exercises you learn how to provide practical help and emotional support to those with life limiting illnesses and their loved ones. At the end of this in depth comprehensive 8 week training, you will not only receive your certificate but you will become a part of a very special group – ordinary people making an extraordinary difference! 190 PRGR1012-NAA: M, 9-11am, 8 wks, 4/12-6/14 (no classes 4/19 & 5/31), Free, North Andover Who Will Speak for You? Advanced Directives and Living Will In the event of illness or disability, is there someone you trust who can speak for you and communicate how you wish to be cared for if you are unable to do so? This workshop will teach you about the different types of Advanced Directives and their pros and cons including Massachusetts Health Care Proxy and the “Five Wishes”. 191 PRGR1017-NAA: M, 6-8pm, one day, 3/1, Free, North Andover 372 GARD1077-VPA: W, 6:30-8:30pm, one eve, 3/10, $30 fee, Veasey Park Reception Flowers – Part 1 Explore several creative ways that flowers can accent the dinner table in your home or at a function. Learn how to use candles and the rules that apply to a lit candle. Several styles of containers will be brought in to spark your creativity. Focus on designed decorative floral arrangements using floral foam. Take home your own special creation to put on your dinner table! $28 materials fee paid in class. You might also be interested in: The Power of Words — Journal Writing to a Better You on page 29 The Power of Aromatherapy on page 25 373 GARD1074-VPA: W, 6:30-8:30pm, one eve, 4/7, $30 fee, Veasey Park Reception Flowers – Part 2 Learn to make a very professional and creative centerpiece arranged in a glass water filled container using beautiful fresh and seasonal flowers. Learn how to use this technique to make other creative designs for receptions, anniversaries, dinner parties or that simple quiet evening at home. Take your arrangement home. $28 materials fee paid in class. 374 GARD1075-VPA: W, 6:30-8:30pm, one eve, 4/14, $30 fee, Veasey Park You might be interested in the Wedding Planner Certificate Program on page 8 home Instructor: Karen Fitzgerald, Operates a custom home décor business BFA, Pratt Institute Upholstery 101 Come learn the steps to reupholstering that favorite piece of furniture. Class covers strengthening frames, tying springs, calculating yardage and appropriate fabric selection. Bring a SMALL piece of furniture to work on in class. Due to space restrictions some good size examples of furniture to bring to class are: small ladies chair, ottoman, or dining room chair. Chairs cannot be stored at class. Basic sewing skills needed & bring your own sewing machine to the second class. Limit 10. Materials list will be mailed prior to class. 298 HOME1004-VPA: Tu, 6-9pm, 7 wks, 2/2-3/16, $285 fee, Veasey Park 299 HOME1004-VPB: Tu, 6-9pm, 7 wks, 5/4-6/15, $285 fee, Veasey Park You might also be interested in: Interior Decoration Certificate on page 6 The “Green” Home on page 6 22 Questions or Company Paid Registrations call 978.659.1200 To register see page 31 or call 978.556.3700 knitting Instructor: Vicki White, Knitter-40 yrs, Spinner-4yrs, Weaver-2yrs, Knitting teacher- 5yrs. Beginner Knitting – Part 1 Learn how to cast on, knit, purl, increase and bind off. You will learn about different yarn types, how to read your gauge and fix mistakes. You will be making squares to reinforce the basic steps in knitting. Materials fee includes book, yarn & knitting needles. Limit 8. 313 PINS1054-MA: Tu, 6:30-8pm, 4 wks, 2/23-3/16, $60 + $16 materials fee, Methuen Beginner Knitting- Part 2 jewelry Instructor: Andrea Richardson, Jewelry Designer with 13 yrs. experience (All tools provided for class use) Heart Cluster Earrings NEW! Just in time for Valentine’s Day, make a sweet pair of earrings with clusters of glass heart beads using simple wire wrapping techniques. 230 HOBB1068-MA: Tu, 7-9pm, one eve, 2/9, $20 + $15 materials fee, Methuen Crystal Illusion Necklace Make a sparkling necklace where the crystals seem to float using Swarovski Austrian Crystals, beading wire and crimp beads. 231 HOBB1057-MA: Tu, 7-9pm, one eve, 3/2, $20 + $15 materials fee, Methuen Great class to take after completing Beginner Part 1 or if you know the basics but would like to continue to learn a little more. We will cover cables, 2 color work, increasing and decreasing and finishing. Materials fee includes yarn, cable needles & darning needles. Limit 8. 315 PINS1055-MA: Tu, 6:30-8pm, 4 wks, 4/27-5/18, $60 + $16 materials fee, Methuen Intermediate Knitting Bring a project that you would like to work on or have just started. This class is a continuation of beginner knitting or for knitters with some experience where advanced techniques will be covered. Limit 8. 316 PINS1056-MA: W, 6:30-8:30pm, 4 wks, 2/10-3/17 (no class 2/17 & 3/3), $80, Methuen 317 PINS1056-MB: W, 6:30-8:30pm, 4 wks, 4/28-5/26 (no class 5/5), $80, Methuen Fireside knitting workshops Easter Egg Earrings NEW! Make a pair of earrings with Swarovski crystals that look like Easter eggs using simple wire looping techniques. 232 HOBB1069-MA: Tu, 7-9pm, one eve, 3/23, $20 + $15 materials fee, Methuen Rosary Bracelet Make a keepsake rosary style bracelet with Swarovski crystals using a wire looping technique. Great for First Communion gift. 233 HOBB1069-MA: Tu, 7-9pm, one eve, 4/13, $20 + $15 materials fee, Methuen Beaded Watch Make a unique watch with two interchangeable beaded bands of glass and metal beads using beading wire and crimp beads. Great Mother’s Day gift idea! 234 HOBB1047-MA: Tu, 7-9pm, one eve, 4/27, $20 + $20 materials fee, Methuen Rivoli Necklace NEW! Make a linked necklace using Swarovski “Rivolis”, which are flat crystals that are faceted to a brilliant central point. Stunning! 235 HOBB1070-MA: Tu, 7-9pm, one eve, 5/18, $20 + $20 materials fee, Methuen Beaded Bookmark NEW! Make a glass beaded bookmark with charms dangling from a silver post using a simple wire looping technique. A wonderful gift idea for a teacher! 236 HOBB1071-MA: Tu, 7-9pm, one eve, 6/1, $20 + $15 materials fee, Methuen Sand Dollar Anklet NEW! Create a great anklet for the summer with Mother of Pearl beads and a Mother of Pearl sand dollar using beading wire and crimp beads. 237 HOBB1072-MA: Tu, 7-9pm, one eve, 6/15, $20 + $15 materials fee, Methuen Come sit and relax on the couch in front of a cozy fire in an old stone fireplace at Veasey Park, while you learn to knit with Danielle Gregoire Knitter/Craft Artist for over 20 yrs. Class limit 10. Intro to Knitting Learn the basic knitting stitches, the different types of yarn and how to read patterns. While you create great first projects (scarf and dishcloth) also learn increasing, decreasing and shaping. In addition to provided project each student will begin one project of their choosing. All supplies included. 343 PINS1016-VPA: Tu, 6:30-8:30pm, 4 wks, 2/2-2/23, $104 fee & $16 materials fee, Veasey Park 344 PINS1016-VPB: Tu, 6:30-8:30pm, 4 wks, 4/13-5/4, $104 fee & $16 materials fee, Veasey Park Intermediate Knitting A continuation of Intro to Knitting class. You will learn more methods of increasing, decreasing, shaping, cables, reading patterns and changing colors. You should bring a project to complete and be ready to knit away on the first night of class. Additional patterns are provided for free. 345 PINS1017-VPA: Tu, 6:30-8:30pm, 4 wks, 3/9-3/30, $104 fee, Veasey Park Basics of Crochet Add flair to your fiber art knowledge and come learn the quick and portable art of crochet. Learn all the basics needed to create beautiful pieces. Students will complete one project of their choosing during this session. Crochet hook and one skein of yarn provided. Limit 8. 358 PINS1060-VPA: Th, 6:30-8:30pm, 3 wks, 2/11-2/25, $78 fee + $6 materials fee, Veasey Park For the most current information and complete course descriptions, visit www.necc.mass.edu/noncredit 23 Classic Wool Felted Bag NEW! Instructor: Rania Dagher Perfect for beginners to advanced. Learn pattern work and felting all in one course. Great felted bag with simple looped flower motif. Bag size approx 15”w x 11 ½ “ht. Bring size 7 double pointed needles, 4 balls (100g) of 100% wool. Beginner French 360 PINS1061-VPA: Th, 6:30-8:30pm, 3 wks, 3/11-3/25, $78 fee, Veasey Park 362 PINS1061-VPB: Tu, 6:30-8:30pm, 3 wks, 5/18-6/1, $78 fee, Veasey Park The Incredible, Custom-fit Raglan Sweater NEW! Course will combine conversation skills with some reading and writing. Start with the alphabet, numbers, pronouns, and the most frequently used verbs. Oral expression will be strongly encouraged as well as oralcomprehension through listening to tapes in class. 193 LANG1025-NAA: Tu, 6-8pm, 8 wks, 2/2-3/23, $160 + $20 materials fee, North Andover This great sweater is knit from the neck down in a single piece on circular needles, and it can be made to fit any size from infant to adult. It also can be easily adapted to become a cardigan, crew neck or V neck. All skill levels welcomed. Materials required; both size 7 and 8 Circular needles 16” and 29” lengths. Worsted weight yarn, enough to complete project (up to 1800 yds for XL adult) Intermediate French 364 PINS1062-VPA: Th, 6:30-8:30pm, 4 wks, 4/8-4/29, $104 fee, Veasey Park Instructor: Leo Rute, native German speaker A continuation of Beginner French. You will learn how to ask questions, get directions, and work on your pronunciation. Use same text from Beginner. To purchase books call Vanessa Pepin at (978) 556-3807. 194 LANG1026-NAA: Tu, 6-8pm, 8 wks, 4/6-5/25, $160, North Andover Introduction to German Learn the alphabet, definite & indefinite articles, personal pronouns, and conjugation of the most frequently used verbs as well as various aspects of German culture. Appropriate sentence construction using progressively increasing vocabulary and grammar. Emphasis is placed on correct pronunciation. LANDSCAPE DESIGN Instructor: Jennifer Dryden, owner Perennial Pleasures Garden Designs, Certified Arborist and Horticulturist Creative Landscape Design for Homeowners 195 LANG1004-MA: W, 6:30-9pm, 6 wks, 1/27-3/10 (no class 2/17), $150 + $20 materials fee, Methuen Intermediate German - Part 1 Review Introductory German. Emphasis on vocabulary building, construction of grammatically correct sentences and pronunciation. Same text will be used from Introduction to German. To purchase books call Vanessa Pepin at (978) 556-3807. 196 LANG1007-MA: W, 6:30-9pm, 6 wks, 3/31-5/12 (no class 4/21), $150, Methuen Winter/Spring, the perfect time to work on your landscape ideas/designs for your home while the past season’s ideas are still fresh in your mind. Come learn to apply the basic landscape design principles to create or redo your home’s landscape. Style, form, & function will be discussed along with types of plant materials and hardscapes (patios, walkways, & walls). Learn to analyze your site conditions, take measurements of it and how to draft/ draw your own landscape plan by learning some basic drafting skills. Your home’s landscape plan will incorporate appropriate plantings and hardscapes. Continuation of Intermediate German Part 1.Same text will be used from Introduction to German. To purchase text call Vanessa Pepin at (978) 556-3807. 188 GARD1049-VPA: W, 6:30-8:30pm, 6 wks, 2/3-3/10, $166 fee + $5 materials fee, Veasey Park Beginner Conversational Spanish 189 GARD1049-VPB: W, 6:30-8:30pm, 6 wks, 3/31-5/5, $166 fee + $5 materials fee, Veasey Park Intermediate German - Part 2 239 LANG1017-MA: W, 6:30-9pm, 6 wks, 5/19-6/23, $150, Methuen Instructor: Gabriela Frentzel, a native Spanish speaker Focuses on speaking the language with emphasis on pronunciation and intonation. Learn to converse in simple sentences and be prepared to advance to a higher level. 197 LANG1000-NAA: Sat, 9:30-11:30am, 8 wks, 1/30-3/27 (no class 2/13), $160 + $20 materials fee, North Andover language Instructor: Maria Chiacchio, a native Italian Beginner Conversational Italian Learn grammar, parts of speech and focus on speaking while learning grammar essentials. 192 LANG1005-MA: Tu, 6-8pm, 8 wks, 2/2-3/30 (no class 2/16), $160 + $5 materials fee, Methuen Intermediate Conversational Spanish Emphasizes the oral practice; review of basic structure; reading and writing to develop active command of the language. Designed for those whose study of Spanish has been interrupted for a significant amount of time and for those who have had a little experience with Spanish. Same text will be used from Beginner Conversational Spanish. To purchase books call Vanessa Pepin at (978) 556-3807. 198 LANG1001-NAA: Sat, 9:30-11:30am, 8 wks, 4/10-6/12 (no classes 4/17 & 5/29), $160, North Andover Intermediate Conversational Italian Learn how to ask questions, & converse with others at the airport, marketplace, and restaurants. Students will focus on conversation. 238 LANG1008-MA: Tu, 6-8pm, 8 wks, 4/13-6/8 (no class 4/20), $160 + $5 materials fee, Methuen 24 Questions or Company Paid Registrations call 978.659.1200 To register see page 31 or call 978.556.3700 Mind, Body & Soul to do distance healing. Learn more about chakras and the flow of energy by doing more extensive hands-on work. Attunement & certificate upon completion. Limit 8. 201 MBSS1007-MA: M, 7-9pm, 4 wks, 4/26-5/17, $80, Methuen Instructor: Yoly Harmuth, Certified Clinical Aromatherapy Practitioner, Holistic Nursing Educator, RN, BSN, CCAP The Power of Aromatherapy NEW! Do you know there are over 60 types of lavender and not all lavender is equal and calming? Do you know which essential oil can interfere with chemotherapy? Come learn the answers to these questions and more. You will also learn the history of aromatherapy, how essential oils are obtained, where to purchase them, how to blend and store your essential and carrier oils. You will receive a sample of 3 essential oils and learn how to safely use them for your well being. 365 MBSS1042-VPA: M, 7-9pm, 4 wks, 2/1-3/1 (no class 2/15), $104 fee, Veasey Park 367 MBSS1042-VPB: M, 7-9pm, 4 wks, 5/3-5/24, $104 fee, Veasey Park Instructor: Christine Clarke-Swift, MS, CH, Certified, National Guild of Hypnotists, OnTrac Wellness Center, Atkinson, NH Mind Set for Success NEW! Stop procrastination and start living a life by your design. Your mind and thoughts can be your greatest asset or the source of what keeps you stuck in behavioral patterns that no longer serve you well. Explore how the mind can play a powerful role in moving your life forward. A controlled, focused mind pays attention to thoughts, words, actions, and plans. Learn to achieve success by stopping your mind from wandering aimlessly around and to focus your attention. 428 MBSS1043-NAA: Sat, 9am-1pm, one day, 2/20, $40, North Andover Cutting Ties to the Past Free up your energy. How much of our energy is consumed by thinking about people and situations that are in the past. These memories can rob us of our vitality. Come learn several ways to remove the emotional content of past experiences, freeing up that energy, while retaining the hard lessons that were learned through those experiences. 430 MBSS1044-NAA: Sat, 9:30am-1pm, one day, 3/20, $35, North Andover A Life Map NEW! 202 MBSS1035-VPA: Sat, 10am-5pm, one day, 4/10, $100 fee, Veasey Park (Bring your own bag lunch for this class!) Instructor: Denise Borrelli, PhD, LMHC,AT, LMT, CH Foot Reflexology Reflexology, a healing science, using the principle that there are reflexes in the feet that correlate to the major body organs. By applying pressure to different points on your feet with your fingers you can bring your body into a healthier state of being. Bring notebook, pen, hand towel, lotion & wear comfortable clothes. 203 MBSS1009-MA: M, 6-9pm, one eve, 2/8, $30, Methuen 204 MBSS1009-MB: M, 6-9pm, one eve, 4/26, $30, Methuen Hand Reflexology An introduction to Reflexology using the Inghram approach. Students learn which points on the hands correlate to which organs and with specialized techniques how to work the point in order to bring the body into a state of balance. Bring notebook, pen, hand towel, lotion & wear comfortable clothes. 205 MBSS1000-MA: T, 6-8pm, one eve, 3/2, $20, Methuen 206 MBSS1000-MB: T, 6-8pm, one eve, 5/4, $20, Methuen Self Help Techniques to Alleviate Headache Pain Learn some massage therapy techniques to alleviate stress and tension in the head, neck, and shoulders. Acupressure points and self help massage therapy techniques will be demonstrated and students will be able to apply the techniques. Also, learn a special sinus headache alleviation technique, designed by the instructor that will help you treat your own sinus problems. 207 MBSS1033-MA: M, 6-9 pm, one eve, 3/22, $30, Methuen 208 MBSS1033-MB: M, 6-9 pm, one eve, 5/10, $30, Methuen Instructor: Addie Kania, CHT, Director of “The Alternative Weigh” for Weight Loss and co-author of “The European Weight Loss System” Hypnosis for Weight Loss A life without a map is like driving to a destination without any directions on how to get there. Come and have fun learning how you can create your own map for your LIFE. Get your life going on the right track. There is tremendous power in focusing your thoughts, words and actions on results. Everyone benefits from learning to communicate more effectively. Bring a lunch. Discover the benefits of hypnosis: take control of your appetite, curb cravings, and learn to “en-joy” exercise. Learn nutritional tips & strategies for effective weight loss.Experience a powerful hypnosis session that will supercharge your motivation. Materials fee includes Addie’s take home CD, “Hypnosis for Weight Loss”. 431 MBSS1045-NAA: Sat, 9am-1pm, one day, 4/10, $40, North Andover 209 MBSS1002-MA: Th, 7-8:30pm, one eve, 1/28, $15 + $15 materials fee, Methuen Instructor: Sandy Sudol, Reiki Master 212 MBSS1002-MB: Tu, 7-8:30pm, one eve, 4/27, $15 + $15 materials fee, Methuen Reiki I Promotes physical, emotional, and spiritual healing by triggering the body’s own ability to heal itself. Workshop includes: history of Reiki, instruction in working with energy and the chakra system, hand positions for self healing and hand positions for client healing. Attunement & certificate upon completion. Limit 8. 199 MBSS1005-MA: M, 7-9pm, 4 wks, 3/1-3/22, $80 + $17 materials fee, Methuen 200 MBSS1034-VPA: Sat, 10am-5pm, one day, 2/20, $100 fee + $17 materials fee, Veasey Park (Bring your own bag lunch for this class!) Reiki II 213 MBSS1002-MC: Th, 7-8:30pm, one eve, 5/20, $15 + $15 materials fee, Methuen Smoking Cessation - Kick the Habit and Stop Smoking Have you quit trying because you have tried everything?...then the Habit stops here. Come learn how to free yourself from the chains of nicotine and snuff out your desire to smoke. Experience a powerful hypnosis session with Hypnotherapist & Addictions Counselor, Addie Kania. Materials fee includes CD “Breathe Free: Freedom from Smoking!” 214 MBSS1032-MA: Th, 7-8:30pm, one eve, 2/11, $15 + $15 materials fee, Methuen Expands on knowledge acquired in Reiki I. Learn the Reiki symbols which increase the power of the hands-on healing technique and learn For the most current information and complete course descriptions, visit Mind, Body & Soul continued on next page www.necc.mass.edu/noncredit 25 Mind, Body & Soul continued from previous page The Law of Attraction in Action! The “Secret” is out…learn to get what you want! Are you in alignment with your higher purpose? Want to manifest more abundance, better relationships, and bring more JOY into your life? This process includes a formula that is integral for manifesting what you desire. For optimum results class will also include a powerful hypnosis session written & designed by Addie. Materials fee includes CD “Law of Attraction in Action!” 215 MBSS1036-MA: Th, 7-8:30pm, one eve, 2/25, $15 + $15 materials fee, Methuen Want to Know Who You Were? Explore a Past Life An invaluable tool for self-exploration, personal growth, relationships and inner healing. Includes an overview of the concepts of reincarnation and karma. Using the tool of Guided Hypnosis for past life regression, the students will actually be given an opportunity to explore a piece of their past. Materials fee includes CD “Explore a Past Life Through Hypnosis!” “Master Couponing” NEW! Do you already Shop for Free or know many of the secrets of coupon world. Are you a Couponer who has graduated from a small folder to a 3-Ring Binder? Already took the Couponing 101 class? THEN…it is now time to discover more and take it to the next level. Master Couponing focuses on sharing secrets, where to find the best IPs, blogs, advanced scenarios and trading. This course will also cover cashier selection, befriending the manager and heavy Internet use. 244 MORE1030-MA: Tu, 6:30-8:30pm, 3 wks, 3/9-3/23, $60, Methuen 245 MORE1030-MB: Tu, 6:30-8:30pm, 3 wks, 5/25-6/8, $60, Methuen You might be interested in: Financial Organization Class on page 7 “Green” Home on page 6 Real Estate courses on page 8 216 MBSS1018-MA: Th, 7-8:30pm, one eve, 3/18, $15 + $15 materials fee, Methuen Money & real estate music Instructor: Francis W. Cleary, Jr. Personal Money Management 101 In today’s economy it is even more important not to spend more money each year than you have available. Learn how to keep track – the key is”Budgeting”. Come learn how to establish a budget, keep track of all your spending so that you will live within your means. You will also learn some ideas on how to get things for FREE and how to eat out for less. If I can do it so can you! 217 MORE1025-NAA: Sat, 9-11:30am, one day, 3/6, $25, North Andover 218 MORE1025-NAB: Sat, 9-11:30am, one day, 4/10, $25, North Andover Instructor: E.J.Ouellette, Musician, Producer, Songwriter, Recording Engineer & Teacher. Classes held at Pine Island Music Resource. Directions mailed prior to class Beginning Guitar Basic fundamentals of guitar, chord and melody playing, theory, exercises and all fun. For 1st class bring guitar or if you do not have one then contact Pine Island Music. (978) 462-9020 10 days prior to class to find resources available to purchase an instrument. Limit 12. 219 MORE1025-NAC: Sat, 9-11:30am, one day, 5/15, $25, North Andover 308 ENTR1005-OA: M, 6-7pm, 4 wks, 2/1-2/22, $45 + $15 materials fee, Off Campus Instructor: Linda Kody, Owner/Broker, Kody & Company 287 ENTR1005-OB: M, 6-7pm, 4 wks, 4/26-5/17, $45 + $15 materials fee, Off Campus Real Estate Opportunities & Achieving the American Dream Learn from professionals about pre-foreclosure, short sales, bank-owned, financing, rehab and real estate values. A banker, lawyer and a home inspector or rehab specialist will also be there to answer questions. 331 MORE1028-NAA: Th, 6:30-8:30pm, 3 wks, 5/6-5/20, $60, North Andover Instructor: Jamie M. Chase, Master Couponer, former Corporate Retail Mgr “Couponing and Freebies” 101 NEW! Want to Shop for Free? Save money? Want to learn the secrets of the couponing world? And have fun doing it...then this course is for you! There is so much out there that you can get for free or deeply discounted and this class will guide you through the process, teach you retailer’s secrets and open you up to savings you’ve never even considered. We will focus on where to find coupons, how to organize them, where to shop, what scenarios work best at various stores and even couponing lingo. Appropriate for beginners and intermediate savers too! You will be amazed! 241 MORE1029-MA: Tu, 6:30-8pm, 3 wks, 2/2-2/23 (no class 2/16), $45, Methuen 242 MORE1029-MB: Tu, 6:30-8pm, 3 wks, 4/27-5/11, $45, Methuen 26 Questions or Company Paid Registrations call 978.659.1200 Intermediate Guitar If you know your chords and have some riffs, then this class is for you. This method will enhance your technique and dexterity, focus on melody and improvisation, knowledge of music theory. You will learn new exercises and skill. This course can be applied to either acoustic or electric. Limit 12. 310 ENTR1022-OA: Tu, 6-7:30pm, 4 wks, 2/2-2/23, $65 + $15 materials fee, Off Campus 288 ENTR1022-OB: Tu, 6-7:30pm, 4 wks, 4/27-5/18, $65 + $15 materials fee, Off Campus Voice For those who love to sing! Learn correct vocal techniques, exercises, melody, harmony and develop your own singing style and have fun doing it! This class is for the “shower” singer and Karaoke stars. Come and enjoy the fun. 311 ENTR1018-OA: Th, 6-7pm, 4 wks, 2/4-2/25, $45 + $15 materials fee, Off Campus 289 ENTR1018-OB: Th, 6-7pm, 4 wks, 4/29-5/20, $45 + $15 materials fee, Off Campus To register see page 31 or call 978.556.3700 nature ORGANIZING natural history series for families! new! Instructor: Peter Money, Former Director of Education at Harvard Museum of Natural History. Naturalist and Owner of Natural Discoveries Instructor: Susan Walko, Professional Organizer & manages Organiz-ER Explore our amazing world of nature in this unique series of hands-on workshops designed to be interactive, educational - and fun! You will learn while handling museum quality artifacts and natural history specimens, meeting live animals, peering into the micro-world, participating in interactive demonstrations and more. Discover the incredible diversity of life on earth and the adaptations that allow plants and animals to survive – and thrive - in different environments around the world. New Year’s Resolution #1 – GET ORGANIZED! (All children must be accompanied by an adult. Minimum age 8. For additional siblings $8 fee upon registration.) New England’s Prehistoric Past Journey back in time to discover our region’s geologic story over the past 500 million years. Examine rocks, fossils, and living animals that provide clues to ancient oceans, erupting volcanoes, missing mountains, and more. Learn what New England looked like, who lived here and how we know. 326 HIST1008-VPA: Sat, 9:30am-12noon, one day, 2/13, $34 fee (includes one adult & one child), Veasey Park Life in the Sea Dive into the world of marine biology as you experience the incredible diversity of life in the sea. We will focus on invertebrate animals, comparing echinoderms, crustaceans, mollusks, and more. Examine specimens and live animals as we discuss the ecology and adaptations of crabs, anemones, octopus, and other regional species. 327 HIST1020-VPA: Sat, 9:30am-12noon, one day, 3/13, $34 fee (includes one adult & one child), Veasey Park Mineral Madness Explore the fascinating and beautiful world of gems and minerals. Using hands-on collections you will learn how crystals grow, meet minerals that glow and learn how to identify common types using streak, hardness, and other simple tests. Discover the surprising places minerals occur in your own home and meet live animals that use minerals in nature. 328 HIST1025-VPA: Sat, 9:30am-12noon, one day, 4/10, $34 fee (includes one adult & one child), Veasey Park Jaws and Claws KEEP YOUR NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION & SIGN UP! One of the top New Year’s resolutions is to get organized. Come to this workshop to get yourself started and motivated. If you sign up for the whole series, then you can check in and report monthly on your progress. 301 PRGR1006-MA: Tu, 7-8:30pm, one eve, 2/9, $15, Methuen Tackling the Paper! Come learn techniques to sort through that troubling pile of paperwork and how to take action to get rid of your piles of accumulated papers. Feel free to bring a sample of your pile to this workshop. 302 PRGR1007-MA: Tu, 7-8:30pm, one eve, 3/9, $15, Methuen Spring Cleaning – Get Rid of Clutter! How can you clean with too much clutter in the way? Learn how to start with one space at a time to systematically de-clutter. Once you start… you may be unstoppable! 304 PRGR1008-MA: Tu, 7-8:30pm, one eve, 4/6, $15, Methuen The Storage Challenge – Attics & Basements Trying to store things that are not needed on a daily basis can be tricky. Come learn how to store your belongings in an organized fashion so that you can get to them easily. Learn to use items you already have without spending a fortune on organizing products! 305 PRGR1009-MA: Tu, 7-8:30pm, one eve, 5/4, $15, Methuen Tackling the Garage! Garages are the spaces where many different types of items need to be stored and often become the catchall for items that you can’t find space for inside your home. Come learn how to use your garage space to the fullest and STILL be able to get your car in it!! 307 PRGR1010-MA: Tu, 7-8:30pm, one eve, 6/8, $15, Methuen You might also be interested in: Professional Organizing Certificate Program on page 7 Discover the amazing adaptations of predators by learning how animals are designed to hunt fish, mice, and other prey for a living. Using live animals, mounts, artifacts and more, we will compare and contrast a variety of predators to learn the unique adaptations of eyes, ears, teeth and more that allow animals to be successful hunter. 329 HIST1026-VPA: Sat, 9:30am-12noon, one day, 5/8, $34 fee (includes one adult & one child), Veasey Park Incredible Insects Examine the incredible miniature world of insects – from beetle to butterflies. Discover why they are so abundant – and so important to life on earth. Using live insects, hands-on collections and more you will investigate insect natural history and ecology. Learn the amazing ways insects grow, feed, attract mates, and escape enemies. 330 HIST1021-VPA: Sat, 9:30am-12noon, one day, 6/12, $34 fee (includes one adult & one child), Veasey Park For the most current information and complete course descriptions, visit www.necc.mass.edu/noncredit 27 PHOTO IMAGING Instructor: Jay Partlan Digital Photo Imaging 1 – Family Photography and Entertainment Learn the basics of digital photos and photo editing with Adobe Photoshop Elements. Learn to download, open, view and save image files. Learn how to enhance images, organize photos, make and use selections and layers, and print and share images. 220 CMPA1079-NAA: Th, 6-9pm, 5 wks, 2/4-3/4, $255 + $10 capital fee, North Andover 221 CMPA1079-NAB: Th, 6-9pm, 5 wks, 4/29-5/27, $255 + $10 capital fee, North Andover Digital Photo Imaging 2 Family Photography and Entertainment Continues from where Digital Photo Imaging 1 leaves off. Explore more advanced and creative features of Adobe Photoshop Elements, including: filters, panoramas, advanced selection, layer techniques, styles, effects, effective printing and re-sizing methods. sewING Instructor: Licinia Tavares, with 15 yrs. of teaching experience Beginner Sewing In this introductory class you will learn to use your sewing machine and how to use and follow a pattern to create garments or home furnishings. Tips, tools, & techniques geared for the beginner will be covered. Find out if sewing is for you or just learn to do basic alterations. Bring your own sewing machine & extension cord. Limit 8. 283 PINS1057-MA: Tu, 6-9pm, 5 wks, 2/2-3/9 (no class 2/16), $150, Methuen 222 CMPA1080-NAA: Th, 6-9pm, 5 wks, 3/18-4/15, $255 + $10 capital fee, North Andover 285 PINS1057-MB: Tu, 6-9pm, 5 wks, 3/30-5/4 (no class 4/20), $150, Methuen 223 CMPA1080-NAB: Th, 6-9pm, 5 wks, 6/3-7/8 (no class 6/17), $255 + $10 capital fee, North Andover Instructor: Dorette Migliori, Craft & Needlework Artist for over 20 yrs Beginning Quilting Come make your own quilt by learning to coordinate and mix colors, how to block and piece together your quilt. Each student will complete their first “Log Cabin” pattern quilt. Students need to have basic skills and bring their own sewing machine, thread, scissors, (or a cutting mat with a rotary cutter). Wait until after first class to purchase fabric, we will go to a fabric store after a lesson in color choice during the first class. Limit 8. 350 PINS1050-VPA: W, 6-8pm, 5 wks, 2/10-3/10, $140 fee, Veasey Park 351 PINS1050-VPA: W, 6-8pm, 5 wks, 4/28-5/26, $140 fee, Veasey Park sports & Fitness PHOTOgraphy Instructor: Deb Venuti, Professional Photographer, Artist, 30+ yrs. experience Conquer Your DIGITAL CAMERA Phobia! Instructor: Lauren Gray, 200 Hour Iyengar Yoga teacher training, Certified Fitness Trainer, Senior Fitness Specialist, Matter of Balance Coach Yoga at Veasey NEW! Yoga class for all levels. Iyengar style of yoga emphasizes body alignment created by specific muscular movements. The goal is to align the body, mind, and spirit for health and well being. No Yoga experience needed. BRING YOGA MAT. Let’s go over what all those buttons do! Learn how to optimize your digital camera, expose properly, load images into your computer & edit them. Bring your digital camera & accessories, manual, notebook, some samples of your photography & read your manual before class. Limit 14. 322 FITS1037-VPA: M, 6:30-7:30pm, 6 wks, 2/1-3/15 (no class 2/15), $74 fee, Veasey Park 224 CMPA1072-NAA: Th, 6:30-8:30pm, 6 wks, 2/4-3/11, $204 + $10 capital fee, North Andover 324 FITS1037-VPB: M, 6:30-7:30pm, 6 wks, 3/29-5/10 (no class 4/19), $74 fee, Veasey Park 225 CMPA1072-NAB: Th, 6:30-8:30pm, 6 wks, 3/25-4/29, $204 + $10 capital fee, North Andover 325 FITS1037-VPC: M, 6:30-7:30pm, 6 wks, 5/24-7/5 (no class 5/31), $74 fee, Veasey Park 226 CMPA1072-NAC: Th, 6:30-8:30pm, 6 wks, 5/13-6/24 (no class 6/17), $204 + $10 capital fee, North Andover Sports & Fitness continued on next page 28 Questions or Company Paid Registrations call 978.659.1200 To register see page 31 or call 978.556.3700 Sports & Fitness continued from previous page Instructor: Darlene Bacheller, Certified Instructor for Shake Your Soul, Yoga & ACSM Personal Trainer, Certified Instructor for Yogalates, Zumba & Zumba Gold Yogalates Yogalates - a fitness class combining elements of both Yoga and Pilates. While strengthening the core muscles, Yogalates adds increased flexibility to the workout. This class is for any level student, who wants a stronger, more flexible body. No Yoga or Pilates experience needed. BRING YOGA MAT & one pound weights. $5 materials fee to be paid at first class. Veasey Summer Fitness Series with Darlene Bacheller (No experience needed. Bring Yoga Mat & $5 Materials fee to be paid in first class) Yogalates 319 FITS1026-VPA: Tu, 5-6pm, 6 wks, 6/22-7/27, $74 fee, Veasey Park Zumba 320 FITS1018-VPA: Tu, 6-7pm, 6 wks, 6/22-7/27, $74 fee, Veasey Park Yoga 321 FITS1027-VPA: Tu, 7:15-8:15pm, 6 wks, 6/22-7/27, $74 fee, Veasey Park Instructor: Shihan Larry F. Giordano, 8th Dan Certified Instructor, member of Karate Hall of Fame and teacher for 40+ yrs. 249 FITS1026-MA: M, 6-7pm, 6 wks, 1/25-3/8 (no class 2/15), $60, Methuen Women’s Self Defense 250 FITS1026-MB: M, 6-7pm, 6 wks, 3/22-5/3 (no class 4/19), $60, Methuen Many women wonder whether they have it in them to unleash a barrage of “no holds barred” techniques,rest assured the survival instinct is hard-wired into everybody. Learn practical techniques to protect you in every day life. Mothers and daughters welcome! No students under 16 yrs old. 252 FITS1026-MC: M, 6-7pm, 4 wks, 5/17-6/14 (no class 5/31), $40, Methuen Yoga for Wellness - Level I Curious about Yoga? Practice Yoga in a supportive environment where every body type can benefit. This class uses the Yoga postures or asanas, to develop strength, flexibility, and balance. It can complement your sports activities, serve as a start for your exercise program, or provide an introduction to Yoga. No Yoga experience needed. Also appropriate for seasoned students who want to add a gentler class to their yoga practice. BRING YOGA MAT. $5 materials fee to be paid at first class. 338 FITS1032-MB: Tu, 7-8pm, 5 wks, 4/6-5/11(no class 4/20), $50, Methuen 253 FITS1027-MA: Tu, 6-7pm, 6 wks, 1/26-3/9 (no class 2/16), $60, Methuen Tai Chi 254 FITS1027-MB: Tu, 6-7pm, 6 wks, 3/23-5/4 (no class 4/20), $60, Methuen 256 FITS1027-MC: Tu, 6-7pm, 5 wks, 5/18-6/15, $50, Methuen Yoga for Wellness - Level II Level II expands upon Yoga for Wellness Level I with more challenging postures and sequences. It is a stronger class that is appropriate for students with some prior yoga experience. If you have taken Yoga for Wellness Level I, then you are prepared for this great class. BRING YOGA MAT. $5 materials fee to be paid at first class. 257 FITS1028-MA: Th, 6-7pm, 6 wks, 1/28-3/11 (no class 2/18), $60, Methuen 259 FITS1028-MB: Th, 6-7pm, 6 wks, 3/25-5/13 (no classes 4/22 & 4/29), $60, Methuen 260 FITS1028-MC: Th, 6-7pm, 4 wks, 5/27-6/17, $40, Methuen Zumba See what the buzz is about. A fusion of Latin and international dance moves and themes (from Colombian Cumbia to the Merengue, Salsa, & Calypso) creates a dynamic, exciting and effective fitness workout. Zumba, a mixture of body sculpting movements combined with easy to follow dance steps, is a high energy and motivating workout set to Latin and international music. Zumba is great for beginners! Wear comfortable clothing and bring water. 262 FITS1018-MA: M, 7:15-8:15pm, 6 wks, 1/25-3/8 (no class 2/15), $60, Methuen 263 FITS1018-MB: M, 7:15-8:15pm, 6 wks, 3/22-5/3 (no class 4/19), $60, Methuen 264 FITS1018-MC: M, 7:15-8:15pm, 4 wks, 5/17-6/14 (no class 5/31), $40, Methuen 265 FITS1018-MD: Tu, 7:15-8:15pm, 6 wks, 1/26-3/9 (no class 2/16), $60, Methuen 266 FITS1018-ME: Tu, 7:15-8:15pm, 6 wks, 3/23-5/4 (no class 4/20), $60, Methuen 267 FITS1018-MF: Tu, 7:15-8:15pm, 5 wks, 5/18-6/15, $50, Methuen 268 FITS1018-MG: Th, 7:15-8:15pm, 6 wks, 1/28-3/11 (no class 2/18), $60, Methuen 269 FITS1018-MH: Th, 7:15-8:15pm, 6 wks, 3/25-5/13 (no classes 4/22 & 4/29), $60, Methuen 270 FITS1018-MI: Th, 7:15-8:15pm, 4 wks, 5/27-6/17, $40, Methuen 337 FITS1032-MA: Tu, 7-8pm, 5 wks, 2/2-3/9 (no class 2/16), $50, Methuen Instructor: Rachel Robinson, Certified WU Style Tai Chi Instructor, 3rd Degree Black Belt, Kempo Karate Wu style of Tai-Chi is an ancient Chinese exercise. A slow flowing form practiced to improve health by allowing healing energy (chi) to move throughout your body. The slow, graceful movements help develop flexibility, balance and coordination. No students under 18. 227 FITS1013-NAA: W, 6:30-8pm, 7 wks, 2/10-3/31 (no classes 3/17), $88, North Andover Tai Chi Breathing NEW! In this fast paced society where we always seem to be hurrying around, Tai-Chi breathing is a great tool to have to improve your health. Through this ancient art you can learn to use your breath to access (chi) energy in your body to calm anxiety, relax the nerves, improve sleep, and remain calm during stressful situations. No students under 18. 246 FITS1036-NAA: W, 6:30-8pm, one evening, 4/14, $15, North Andover writING Instructor: Aine Greaney, Irish Author, Teacher & Lecturer “The Power of Words: Journal Writing to a Better You” NEW! Personal or reflective writing can help us to manage our emotions, to document our world (present and past), and to plan for self-directed change. Come learn how journal-writing can become your low cost tool to self-awareness and daily wellness. No writing experience necessary and suitable for both beginner and intermediate writers. Also, suitable for those working in healthcare or care-giving professions. 333 LITR1008-VPA: W, 6:30-8:30pm, 2 wks, 2/10-2/17, $49 fee, Veasey Park 335 LITR1008-VPB: W, 6:30-8:30pm, 2 wks, 5/5/-5/12, $49 fee, Veasey Park For the most current information and complete course descriptions, visit www.necc.mass.edu/noncredit 29 Life Long Learning A program of lectures, study groups & trips for adults For more information, visit www.necc.mass.edu/noncredit or contact Charlene R. Boucher, LLL Coordinator, at 978-556-3825 Bring a friend or two, and explore the boundaries of knowledge! thursday Lecture SERIeS (978-374-2165) or Kathy at Haverhill C.O.A. (978-374-2390) for tickets. Seating limited to 200. NO TICKETS SOLD AT THE DOOR! 2:oo pm start $2 Admission unless noted All Thursday Lectures meet in the Technology Center - TC103 Jan. 14, Beat the Winter Blues - Rob Oxford, Doors open at 12:30pm. Ticketed Event- Luncheon & Entertainment, $7. For Tickets call Charlene 978-556-3825, Darlene 978-374-2165 or Kathy 978-374-2390 Feb. 11, Valentine Party - Dick Kaplan Band, Doors open at 12:30pm. Ticketed Event- Luncheon & Entertainment, $7. For Tickets call Charlene 978-556-3825, Darlene 978-374-2165 or Kathy 978-374-2390 Mar. 4, Line Dance Demonstration Barbara Skofield & Company Mar. 11, Remembering Haverhill - Charles Turner Mar. 18, Co-Sponsored by the Tri-City Red Hat Society - Rob Oxford. Today we will be accepting any non-perishable items to be donated to a soup kitchen. Apr. 1, Laugh Yourself Healthy - Richard Mullen Apr. 8, An Afternoon of Accordian & Song - Dave Caponigro Apr. 15, Chair Seat Travel Adventure - Millie Matasso Apr. 22, Guitar & Fiddle Concert - Marty Kriegsman & Dolores Bourque Study Groups Computer Basics I (PC - Not MAC) – Joel Varnick Mondays, 9:30 – 11:30am, Mar. 15, 22, 29, Apr. 5, 12, Building B, Room 307 170 LLLP 1001 HA $40 (Includes $10 capital fee) May 6, Comedy with Hats - Barbara Skofield May 13, Fabulous 40’s Puppet Show - Brenda 30 Feb. 10, Spinelli’s presents The Senior Tones Feb. 15, Heartstrings with Carol O’Shaunessy Let’s Talk Current Events - John Dimitry Mar. 12, Danversport Yacht Club presents 171 LLLP 1001 HA $40 (Includes $10 capital fee) Mondays, 10 – 12 noon, Jan 4, 11, 25, Feb. 1, 8, 22, Mar. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, April 5, 12, 26, May 3, 10, 17, 24, Building A, Pailes Room 124 LLLP 1002 HA $20 & Tom Lamark, Doubletree Hotel, Westborough, MA, $69 The O’Reillys, Line Dancing and Ballroom Dancing, $55 Mar. 18, Four Celtic Voices, Venus De Milo, Swansea, MA, $75 Historical Literary Workshop: Robert E. Lee - Eleanor Becotte Apr. 7-10, Washington D.C., $680 Twin Wednesdays, 10 - 12 noon, April 14, 21, 28, May 5 followed by a field trip, Building TC205 Apr. 21, Comedian Glen Anthony, Lantana, Randolph, MA, $70 126 LLLP 1010 HA $20 Genealogy 101 - Dot Goldman Mondays, 10 – 12 noon, Mar. 29, April 5, 12, 26, May 3, 10, Room TC205 172 LLLP 1005 HA $40 (includes book) discussion Groups Occupancy; $660 Triple; $860 Single Apr. 30, Angelica’s presents Peking and the Mystics, Line Dancing & Ballroom Dancing, $54 May 12, Tropical Island Heat, Luciano’s on Lake Pearl, Wrentham, MA, $70 July 6, Virtuoso Violinist – Pei - Wen, Venezia Waterfront Restaurant, Boston, MA, $70 Oct. 1, Fall Folliage Train, 4 Hour Scenic Train Ride, Meredith to Livermore Falls, $100 May 20, Elvis is in the Building & other First Tuesday Genealogy - Dot Goldman Whitehouse. Luncheon & Entertainment TICKETED EVENT $7 per person. Call Charlene (978-556-3825) or Darlene at Bethany TRIPS Close to home Mondays, 9:30 – 11:30am, May 3, 10, 17, 24, June 7, Building B, Room 307 Call 978.556.3825 to Register July 1, 4th of July Party – Disc Jockey George Travel Live Music, Line Dancing, Ballroom Dancing, $54 Weber Surprises - Rick Andrade 1st Wednesday of the month, 1:30 – 3pm, Mar. 3, Apr. 7, May 5, June 2, July 7, Aug. 4, Bldg A, Pailes Rm. Free and open to the public. Computer Basics II (PC - Not MAC) – Joel Varnick Apr. 29, Larry & His One Man Show - Larry Dudley LLL Book Society Peter Spellman and Gloria Ford 1st Tuesday of the month, 10 – 11:30am, Mar. 2, Apr. 6, May 4, June 1, July 6, Room TC205. Free and open to the public. up, up, and away... Call 978.556.3825 to Register Canadian Rockies by Rail, Per Person Rates: Double $3399; Single $4299; Triple $3369, Date: May 24 - June 1, 2010 We would like to call thank978.659.1200 our program sponsors: Griffin - White Foundation, 30 Questions or Company Paid Registrations To register see page 31 or call 978.556.3700 The Haverhill Breakfast Exchange Club – Don Nolet Memorial Speaker Series for sponsoring 5 of our program speakers for winter/spring 2010! Winter/Spring ’10 Noncredit Registration Form FOR INFORMATION COME TO OR CALL PHONE REGISTRATION 978-556-3700 / FAX REGISTRATION 978-556-3171 MAIL REGISTRATION TO: Bursar’s Office, NECC, 100 Elliott Street, Haverhill, MA 01830 Behrakis One-Stop Student Services Center on the Haverhill Campus: 978-556-3700 Individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing may contact any NECC office via the relay service by dialing 7-1-1 (tty) or through the Video Relay Service (VRS) of their choice We ask that you provide the following information in order to avoid multiple transcripts at NECC and to accurately capture your enrollment. NECC Student ID No. (if known) Last Name First Name Mailing Address Number and Street Date of Birth (required) Middle Init. City State For information about services for students with disabilities, call 978-556-3654. ZIP email Address Home Phone Work Phone *Call 978-659-1200 for handicap access information for the North Andover Site. 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Noncredit Course Policies: Cost/Refund/Registration COST OF ATTENDANCE Cost for noncredit special interest courses varies and is listed with each course description. A materials fee (also listed with course descriptions) may be required in some courses. Please Note: A $10 Capital Fee is charged to specialized non-credit courses for the upgrading of classrooms and laboratories. non-credit refund policy 100% of the tuition cost and materials fee for noncredit courses dropped the business day prior to the first class. 50% of the cost of courses dropped the business day prior to the second class. The materials or some course fees (if any) are not refunded for a course dropped on or after the first meeting of the course. Refunds are made by check payable to the student. See WWW.NECC.MASS.EDU ❑ Attached Purchase Order. Bill my organization, attention______________________ Office use only YOU MAY CHARGE YOUR COURSES We accept MasterCard and VISA for payment of costs. Complete all items below. Payment must be made in full. Note: Refunds are made by check. AMT REC’D DATE BY MasterCard or VISA Account No: REGISTRAR Expiration Date: Amount Authorized: DATE TERM AMT Chrg’d Print your name on this line: Your signature and date: date BURSAR NOTE: Northern Essex Community College’s Division of Workforce Development & Community Education reserves the right to change or cancel any class or course information contained within this brochure as may be required due to error, instructor schedule changes or other unforeseen circumstances. For the most current information and complete course descriptions, visit www.necc.mass.edu/noncredit 31 North Andover Site Directions Corporate & Community Education Center, 1600 Osgood Street, North Andover Northern Essex Community College 100 Elliott Street, Haverhill, MA 01830-2399 Non Profit Organization U.S. Postage Paid Northern Essex Community College Take exit 48, Ward Hill/Bradford off Route 495 (N or S) in Haverhill. Bear right off the exit. Stay in the right lane. Go through two sets of lights, at the third light bear right onto Osgood St. (Rt. 125 south) toward No. Andover. Proceed approx. 1 mile. Osgood Landing at 1600 Osgood St. is on the right (formerly Lucent Tech.). Do not park in front lot. Go through the blinking yellow light, at the next light take a right into the South Entrance road (a Shell station and Dunkin’ Donuts will be on your left). Proceed straight past first lot to the second parking area on the right. Park in Southeast parking lot and proceed into the building at Southeast entrance. Follow the signs inside. Call 978-659-1200 for handicap access information. Other Class Locations: For Maps: www.necc.mass.edu/map.shtml Timony Grammar School (Methuen) 45 Pleasant View Street, Methuen. From Route 495 north or south, take Exit 47 (Route 213 west). Take Exit 3 off Route 213 (Pleasant/Howe Streets exit). Turn right on to Howe Street. Bear right at lights on to Pleasant Street. Follow for about half a mile. Take a left turn after the track field on to Pleasant View. Timony School is on the left just past the football stadium. Enter the school through the double doors to the right of the gymnasium. Veasey Park (Groveland) Located at 201 Washington St., Groveland. From Rt 95 take Exit 53 (Rt. 133) towards Georgetown. Take left on to Salem St. Take left on to Washington St. After hill on right, take right up long driveway. From Rt 495 take Exit 48 (Ward Hill/Bradford). Take Rt 125N towards Bradford. At common, bear right and take right onto Salem St. Proceed for 3.1 miles, then at Price-Rite Auto take a right onto Washington St. Veasey Park 1/4 mile on right. Haverhill Campus at Elliott St. Located at exit 52 off Route 495 at Elliott Street in Haverhill. Major roadways connecting with Route 495 are Route 93 from the south and Route 95 from the north. From Route 495 north, take exit 52 and turn left. The entrance to the campus is on the left, immediately after the on‑ramp to 495 north. From Route 495 south, take exit 52 and turn right. The entrance to the campus is the next left. 200910-020 NOW is a Great Time to Take a Noncredit Course Take a noncredit course and improve your job skills, broaden your horizons, learn a craft or hobby, and have fun! Look inside and choose from hundreds of course offerings in: • Occupational Training and Development • Business Skills and Professional Development • Entrepreneurship and Small Business • Computer Training • Personal Enrichment For more information, visit www.necc.mass.edu