2011 Summer Rock Valley College Continuing Professional Education Schedule

COnTInUIng PROFessIOnal edUCaTIOn www.rockvalleycollege.edu/cpe Summer 2011

2011Continuing Professional

Education

Call: (815) 921-3900 orVisit: www.rockvalleycollege.edu/cpe

CPEoffersprogramstoincreaseusefuljobknowledge,functionalskillsandpracticalworkplacemethodsthatdirectlytranslateintoimproved employee performance. Non-credit certificate courses are available to help you in your general professional development, careeradvancementandpreparationforstateandnationalcertificationexams.Note:Coursesdesignatedas“credit”donottransfertowardsacollegedegreeanddonotrequireanentranceexamortests.

Contents - Continuing Professional educationBusiness Career Training 39Business Management/leadership Training 42Computer skills Training 43distance On-line learning 46education Career Training 47Food service 49health Care Career Training 50homeland security Training 55language for the Workplace 55Manufacturing/Industrial Workforce Training 56sustainable green Technologies 58

RVC Continuing Professional education age aPPROPRIaTe gUIdelInes: Students16-17yearsoldmaybeadmittedtoContinuingEducationcreditcoursesuponrequestfromthechiefexecutiveofficers(ordesignees)ofthehighschooldistricts in which the student resides. Call (815) 921-3900 for information.

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COnTInUIng PROFessIOnal edUCaTIOn Questions?Call(815)921-3900 Summer 2011

BUsIness CaReeR TRaInIngBookkeeping and accounting skills CertificateThis series of classes will help the small business owner develop financial accounting processes or help the individual prepare for an entry-level bookkeeping position. Upon successful completion of the series of four courses, an RVC Skills Certificate plus a voucher for $50 will be awarded. The voucher may be used towards tuition for future ContinuingProfessionalEducationclassesorworkshops.

Testimonial“Itwasveryinteresting.Mr.Bergmarkisveryinterestingandmadetheclassfun.Weactuallyusedthebook!Iwon’tberesellingit.Iwassomewhatintimidatedabout‘returning’toschool,butI’mgladIdid.”

Bookkeeping and accounting I(1 Credit) This is a beginning course with an emphasis on a basic un-derstanding of bookkeeping procedures and accounting principles em-ploying debits and credits of double-entry accounting through the trial balance. Upon completion of this course, students will be prepared for ajobasanentry-levelbookkeeper,oranentry-levelaccountingclerk.PurchasetextatRVCBookstore.Noclasses7/4

• Course #: ATG 001 RVReg Code: 4725 6/13-7/18MTh, 5:30-7:30 pm 10 SessionsRVCSUPPORTSERVICESBLDG Room1309Richard Bergmark $110

Bookkeeping and accounting II(1 Credit) This is an intermediate course in accounting that teaches accounting procedures and accounting principles for partnership and corporationbusinesses.PurchasetextatRVCBookstore.PREREQUI-SITE:AccountingandBookkeepingIorequivalentexperience.

• Course #: ATG 002 RVReg Code: 4726 7/25-8/25MTh, 5:30-7:30 pm 10 SessionsRVCSUPPORTSERVICESBLDG Room1309Richard Bergmark $110

QuickBooks 2010 Part 1(1 Credit) (Level 2) Learn the basics of this powerful financial manage-mentprogramforsmallbusiness.PurchasetextatRVCBookstorebeforefirstsession.Recommended:IntroductiontoPersonalComput-ers,BasicComputerSkillsorequivalentexperience.Learn:–Howtoworkwithcustomertransactions–Howtoworkwithvendortransactions–BankingwithQuickBooks–Howtoplanandcreateanewcompany–Howtoworkwithopeningbalancesandthebalancesheetreports–Bring a flash drive to class.

• Course #: DPR 029 RVReg Code: 4035 6/22-7/20Wednesdays, 5:30-8:45 pm 4 SessionsRVCWOODWARDTECHCTR RoomG02Richard Bergmark $135

QuickBooks 2010 Part 2(1Credit)(Level3)ThiscourseprovidesacontinuationofQuickBooks2010–Part1.Youwilllearn:–Howtoworkwithphysicalinventory–howtosellinventoryitems–HowtouseQuickBooksforPayroll–jobcostingandtimetracking–Howtouseclasses,createestimates–additionalformattingoptions–HowtoworkwithBalanceSheetAccounts–HowtocustomizeyourQuickBooksFileusingreportsandgraphsPurchasetextatRVCBookstore(thesametextisusedforPart1and2.) Bring a flash drive to class.


simplified sales“Ifyoualwaysdowhatyoualwaysdid,youwillalwaysgetwhatyoualwaysgot.”Timeforachange?Ifyouwanttolearntosell,ifyou want to be motivated, Simplified Sales will provide you with the techniques and training you’ll need to be successful. Gain insights on promoting yourself and your product based on her secrets and philosophies of life. Be rewarded with not only a better attitude on life but with being a successful salesperson. Become that rare person who can take care of hearts while also taking care of business.Aboutthe Author:TeddyBehrendtisaretiredAssistantVicePresi-dent, Branch Manager in the banking industry. She has 22 years of bankingexperience,20yearsofspeakingandtraining,and23yearsofinsurance; all of which included sales. She is fun, dynamic and has an abundance of energy.

• Course #: OSB 033 RVReg Code: 4723 6/14-6/28Tuesdays, 6:00-8:00 pm 3 SessionsRVCWOODWARDTECHCTR Room270Teddy Behrendt $49

Body language for Personal safetyThe police can’t always be there to save you, but being aware of a criminal’s body language may save your life. Not only will this seminar willteachyouhowtobetterunderstandfacialexpressionsandbodylanguage,itwillshowyouhowtothinklikeacop.Itwillhelpyourecognizedanger,andhelpyouidentifythemost“honest”partofsomebody’sbody.Recognizingrealthreatsmayjustbealifesaver.Ifprotecting yourself and your family is important to you, attend this seminar.

• Course #: BUS 014 RV3Reg Code: 4848 6/29Wednesday, 6:00-9:00 pm 1 SessionRVCPHYSICALEDUCATIONCTR Room0106JamesA.ZaludandPatrickJ.Solar,Ph.D., $50

Body language for BusinessDid you know that when two people are speaking to each other there are two conversations taking place -verbal and physical? Listening with only your ears can place you at a big disadvantage in profes-sional, social, and personal situations. This seminar will help you understandfacialexpressionsandbodylanguage,howtospeakbodylanguage and listen with your eyes. You’ll learn to read someone’s facelikeanautomobiledashboard-howtoknowit’sPinocchiobeforehis nose starts to grow, how to look your best before leaving the house, how to be liked in four seconds and how to stand and sit to better your chances of success. You will also learn how to send body languagemessagesthatwillclosedeals.Ifbeingsuccessfulinbusi-ness and social situations is important to you, this seminar is a must.

• Course #: BUS 014 RVReg Code: 4846 6/15Wednesday, 6:00-9:00 pm 1 SessionRVCPHYSICALEDUCATIONCTR Room0106James A. Zalud $50

Body language for Interviewing“Yougotthejob.”That’swhatyouwanttohearafteryou’vehadaninterview. You will learn to speak winning body language and listen to the interviewer with your eyes. Know what to do with your posture, hands,eyes,andyes,evenyourvoice.Ifyouareseriousaboutgettingajob,attendthisseminar.

• Course #: BUS 014 RV2Reg Code: 4847 6/22Wednesday, 6:00-8:00 pm 1 SessionRVCPHYSICALEDUCATIONCTR Room0106James A. Zalud $25

a new approach to sellingToday’s salesperson has to come equipped with sales principles and an understanding of non-verbal communication. This seminar gives a basic understanding of what it takes to be better in sales. Learn how to develop prospects and know if you are talking to the right person—know if the right person is telling you the truth. Look your best before leaving the house and be liked in 4 seconds. Learn where to stand andsittobetteryourchancesofsuccess,alsoexpressandreadbodylanguagemessagestohandleobjectionsandclosedeals.Ifbeingmoresuccessfulinsalesisimportant,thisseminarisamust!

• Course #: OSB 030 RVReg Code: 4849 7/13Wednesday, 6:00-9:00 pm 1 SessionRVCPHYSICALEDUCATIONCTR Room0106James A. Zalud $50

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RVC BookstoREstudent Center, ground levelhttp://rvc.bncollege.com or (815) 921-1680For Summer hours and to order or view used andnewtextbooksvisitusonlineatwww.whywaitforbooks.com

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Improve Your MemoryHaveyouevermetpeople,andwithinminutes,forgottentheirnames?Can’t remember a license plate, phone number or grocery list? Over 50 and forgetful? This seminar will help you improve your memory—im-mediately!Learnhowtoremember10namesafteronemeeting.Youwillremember10objects—inorder,reverseorderorrandomly—afterone glance. You will learn how to memorize a 10 digit number in seconds,aswellashowtogiveaspeechwithoutanynotes.Ifyouareserious about improving your memory, attend this seminar.

• Course #: OSB 036 RVReg Code: 4850 7/20Wednesday, 6:00-9:00 pm 1 SessionRVCPHYSICALEDUCATIONCTR Room0106James A. Zalud $50

Jim Zalud is a veteran seminar presenter with over 25 years of experience.Additionally,Jimhasbeenamarketingconsultanttocor-porations,cities,universities,andnumeroussmallbusinesses.Hehasbeenacoachtoexecutivesandpoliticians.Jimiscurrentlycommittedtotheadvancementoftheunderstandingoffacialexpressionsandbody language in professional and personal conversations.

entrepreneurship Principles(3 Credits)This course is held in cooperation with the RVC Business Divisionandexaminesthevariousskillsandhabitsessentialforasuccessful entrepreneurial venture. Real world case studies will provide opportunities to analyze why certain businesses fail while otherssucceed.Studentswillalsoencounterexposuretoavarietyofentrepreneurshipventuresthroughlecturesandliveexperiencesthatsupport growth in problem recognition, and solution development, and theexplorationofcareeroptions.

To register call (815) 921-3900 Refer to BUs 077 RV for Fall 2011Dates: 8/24-12/7Wednesdays, 6:00-7:00 pm 16 WeeksRVCWOODWARDTECHCTR Room213Dr. Gerald GeRue $271

an Introduction to Voiceovers HaveyoueverwantedtobethevoiceeveryonehearsonTVandradio commercials, documentary or audio book narrations? You too canbecomeaProfessionalVoiceoverArtist!Inthisfun,informative,and empowering class, we’ll teach you the basics of the voice over industry to help you decide if it is something you’d like to pursue. Your voice will be recorded as you read from real scripts so you can receive a professional voice evaluation later. Be warned, many who have taken this class have gone on to become real, bona-fide, professional Voice Actors. Come ready to laugh, learn, and be inspired... This class is taught by a professional voice actor from the voice acting training company, Voices For All.

• Course #: COM 004 RVReg Code: 4024 6/25Saturday, Noon-2:00 pm 1 SessionRVCWOODWARDTECHCTR Room141Voices for All Staff $40

Professional Wedding Planner Certification(2.5 Credits) This 40-hour course includes information on planning, coordinating, and directing weddings and addresses the industry’s business structure. Documentation information, contracts, how to work with vendors, and marketing, working with prospective brides and grooms, an important curriculum component, will be discussed. The fee includes workbooks, CD’s, testing and National Certification fromtheWeddingPlanningInstitute.ThiscourseisrecognizedbytheCouncilforHigherEducation,TheAssociationforWeddingProfes-sionalsInternationalandtheAmericanSocietyforWeddingPlanners.Upon completion of the course you have three options: an internship opportunity,jobplacementassistance,orbridalclientreferrals.ForInternetSectioncall815-921-3906topay.WethennotifytheInstituteof your payment. Then go to http://www.weddingplanninginstitute.com/ . Please note: Register through Rock Valley College.

• Course #: BUS 043 ECCReg Code: 4843 6/6-8/8Wednesdays, 6:00-10:00 pm 10 WeeksELGINCOMMUNITYCOLLEGE1700SpartanDr.,Elgin Room214Desiree Dent $895

Preston Bailey Wedding & event design(2Credits)PrestonBaileyisoneoftheworld’spremiereventdesign-ers, known for his ability to transfer raw, ordinary spaces, into opulent theatrical environments, translating his client’s fantasy into awe-inspiringreality.Experiencethestep-by-stepprocessesandtechniqueutilizedbythisweddingandeventexpert.Thisnewcourseisacom-prehensive“how-to”fortheindustry,providingrealbehind-the-scenesfootage, photographs, and documentation, including insights into the wizardry that make a wedding a one-of-kind, magical event for a couple and their events. Visit www.elgin.edu for more information.

• Course #: BUS 078 ECCReg Code: 4844 6/7-8/9Wednesdays, 5:00-9:00 pm 10 WeeksELGINCOMMUNITYCOLLEGE1700SpartanDr.,Elgin RoomUVC-214Desiree Dent $1,195

Import/export now!(1Credit)Intheseunusualtimes,self-employmentisnotanoption,but necessity. For those who want a self-employed career in import orexport(orboth)ofgoodsorservicesandneedastep-by-stephands-oncourse,thisnineweekon-lineseminarisforyou!Learnhowto develop product or service, find best suppliers, best customers, work with banks, currency issues, insurance companies, government agencies and other trade entities and more. Take at own pace, plenty of one-on-one email contact with the instructor. Optional weekly live sessions online run during the course. After the formal nine weeks course,youmayjoinalistservofex-students,soaccesstotheinstructorandpeersneverends.TherequiredtextbookHowSmallBusinessTradesWorldwide,ISBN:978-0-9795515-0-5isavailableonAmazon.com.

about the InstructorJohn Spiers has worked in Seattle and San Francisco with inter-national trading companies since 1974, in virtually every position. Self-employed trading internationally since 1984, John shares what he has done in the past, what he has advised others to do successfully, and what he is doing now all in a seminar highly rated by participants forcontent,experience,paceandhumor.Thison-linecoursewillmeetontheInternetonWednesdays,for9sessions from 8:00-10:00 pm (Central time.)SessionI–6/22through8/17 Cost$95

TO RegIsTeR, pay and provide us with your e-mail address, call (815) 921-3900 and refer to Course #MKT 052

Testimonial“Ihavepurchasedalotofproductsonstartingahome-basedbusi-ness. Spent thousands of dollars. No product, course, seminar, video cameclosetoofferingthecontentthatthiscoursedid.”SandraRajsic-Lohman,MBA,CPA,CMA

Tailoring with KnowledgeBasic alterations: Tailoring with Knowledge Part 1(3Credits)WORKATHOURSOFYOURCHOICEbygettingacertificatein tailoring from one of only 100 Master tailors in the country, Joe Chiarelli. Learn an age old tradition of alterations, to work from home or a department store or set-up your own retail store front. You will learn how to procure business, how to provide all alteration services by learning a new skill and above all how to keep your customers satisfied. After attending this program you will be able to perform technicalalterationsincluding:Hemmingthepantsbottom;Re-cuts;Shoulder pad work; tapering of thighs; Coat Center seam or blade problems;Coatventproblems;Professionalironingandmore.

• Course #: BUS 052 RVReg Code: 4014 6/15-8/19WF, 1:00-3:30 pm 10 WeeksBELLSCHOOLROADCTR Room002Joe Chiarelli $2,995

Pants Pattern Making – Part 1This class will show you how to draft a pants pattern from your own measurementsorforothers.Itwillteachyouthepropermeasuringtechniques for a perfectly tailored pants pattern. Learn to take and applythenecessarymeasurementsforpants;DraftingFrontPattern;DraftingUnderPattern;PatternAlterationsandGradingandtransfer-ringtocloth.Recommended:BasicTailoringorequivalentexperience.

• Course #: BUS 017 RVReg Code: 4734 6/15-7/13Wednesdays, 3:30-5:30 pm 5 WeeksBELLSCHOOLROADCTR Room002Joe Chiarelli $125

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Introduction to Interior decorating(1Credit)Doyouwalkintoaroomandsay/feel,“WOW,thisroomneedssomething!”Then,thiscourseisanidealwaytohavefunwhilelearninghowtoDECORATE!We’llcoverthewhy’sandhow’sofselectingcolors,flooring,lighting,furnitureandmore.Anoutlineandhandoutsinrelatedsubjectmatterwillbeprovided.Youcanactuallyworkhands-ontodecoratearoomofyourchoicewhilekeepingtheprojectbudget-sensitive.Bytheendofthecourse,theareayouchosewillreflectsomethingpracticalandusefulforallmembersofthehousehold.Professionalguestspeakers,afieldtriptoalocalstore,andlearninghowtoorganizeandpresentapersonal/clientpresentationboardwillbeincluded.MarkIversonIIworksforalocalpaintingcompanythathasbeeninbusinessforover23years.HisworkwasfeaturedonHGTVandhehaswonseveralawardsforbestpaintdesignfromtheHBAinRockfordIL.

• Course #: ART 059 RVReg Code: 4792 6/15-8/3Wednesdays, 6:00-8:00 pm 4 SessionsBELLSCHOOLROADCTR Room007MarkIverson $99

Home Inspection Licensure ProgramExploringtheHomeInspectionProfession–AnOverviewAre you the kind of person who: doesn’t want to be tied to a desk all day; has a desire to run a small business; is interested in construction and how things work; has a technical mind and likes to figure things out;isorganizedandclear-thinking;enjoysmeetingandhelpingpeopleandiswillingtolearnandtakeinitiative?Ifthatsoundslikeyou,thennow is the perfect time to start taking steps toward a challenging andrewardingcareerinhomeinspection!Informationonthesix-dayblendedHomeInspectioncourse;anopportunitytoaskquestionsandinsightintotheHomeInspectionprofessionwillbeincludedinthisFREEsession. Please note: Register through Rock Valley College at (815) 921-3900.

• Course #: OSB 012 RVReg Code: 4153 6/11Saturday, 9:00-11:00 am 1 SessionKISWAUKEECOMMUNITYCOLLEGE RoomA22521193MaltaRd,Malta,ILBellmanGroup FREE

home Inspection licensure Program –On-line(5 credits) This self-paced on-line class requires reading from the book –HomeReferenceBook;ISBN:0-7931-8093-7.Youwillbebuildingahomeinspectionreportasyoutravelthroughtheprogram.Eachsectionhas a quiz to confirm that you have the knowledge to proceed. These quizzes can be taken from your home. The lessons will require you to answerquestionsasyoureadthroughthebook.Thefinalexamisaproctoredexam.Wewillassistyouinfindingaproctortowitnessyoutakingthisexam.YouwillhavefullaccesstoCharlesBellefontaineandCorey Friedman during, and after the classes as support while you build your business. This online class does not include the required 10 hours oflivetraining(labtime)youneedinordertositforthestateexam.Youwill have the option of attending one of our 5 live field training classes at no additional cost, or you can set up a time with a field trainer for anadditionalfeeofapprox.$150/day.FormoreinformationemailCharles@thehomeinspectors.com.TOREGISTER,payandprovideuswith your e-mail address call (815) 921-3900.Cost: $450Instructors:ChuckBellefontaineandCoreyFriedman

home Inspection licensure Program(5credits)PreparefortheIllinoisHomeInspectionStateLicensingExamwiththisstate-approvedcourse,consistingofclassroom,onlineand in-field instruction with two live home inspections. Topics include the physical components of a home, communication skills, knowledge of professional practices, what may go wrong as well as the cause andimplicationsofproblemsthatresult.Participantswillreceiveclear direction concerning what to look for during an inspection, such as signs of non-performance due to old age, deferred maintenance, weatherdamage,andpoorworkmanship.Ourinstructorsareexperi-enced licensed home inspectors and active members of the American SocietyofHomeInspectors[ASHI].Uponcompletionoftheapprovedpre-licensingcourse,applicantsmustpasstheHomeInspectionStateLicensingExambeforetheyareeligibleforalicenseintheStateofIl-linois.[CostofexamisNOTincludedinthecoursefee].E-mailaccessand an internet connection are required. Classroom instruction will be heldatKishwaukeeCollegeinMalta,Illinois,incomputerlabA-350,which is accessible through the Conference Center. Kishwaukee College classroom sessions held OnlY on the following dates:Saturday, July 9, 8 am-4 pmSaturday, July 16, 8 am-4 pmSaturday, July 23, 8 am -4 pmSaturday, July 30, 8 am-4 pmSaturday, August 6, 8 am-4 pm

The last class meeting will be in-field instruction with the classroom portion held at Rock Valley College, Woodward Technology Center, Room G02, on: Saturday, August 13, at 8 am-6 pmnote: Students MUST register prior to June 24, 2011 through RockValleyCollege.Onceregistered,youwillbemailedtextbooks,syllabus,andinstructionsfortheonlineportionoftheclass.PleaseREGISTERearly.Youmustcompletehomeworkpriortothefirstfulldayofclass.RVCisofferingthisprogramincooperationwithElginCommunityCollege,KishwaukeeCollege,andIllinoisValleyCommu-nity College. Please note: Register through Rock Valley College. To RegisterCall(815)921-3900andrefertoCourse#BUS095KCCCost: $899Instructors:CharlesBellefontaineandCoreyFriedman

Paralegal/legal assis-tant/lawyer’s assistant Certificate ProgramRVCContinuingProfessionalEducation,incollaborationwithMidwestParalegalStudies,offersa12-monthParalegalCer-tificate of Completion to those who complete all five courses in the series. This generalist program provides the novice or those currently working in the legal field, a comprehensive overview of all the paralegal roles and responsibilities. Tuition for each of the five classes is $195. The total cost to complete the five-course certificate series is $975 (includes all study materials).about the Instructor: ZoranV.Perovanovichhasbeenaparalegal educator and consultant for more than 20 years in the tri-statearea.HeisthefounderandinstructorofMidwestPara-legalStudiesandisdedicatedtocoordinateflexible,low-costentry-level paralegal tutoring throughout the country. http://www.paralegalstudies.com

how the Program WorksThis is a private online tutoring program designed to let you work at a pace comfortable for your busy lifestyle. At the begin-ning of each course, students will access all of the lectures and study materials they will need online on the website. Courses may be taken in any order; however, we recommend students take classes in the order in which they are listed below. The program begins with a free, one-hour orientation seminar held on-line (required prior to registering).Dates for Summer classes (Thursdays - 7 Weeks):June 2 – July 14

Paralegal Orientation (required prior to registration): Free$ On-line Information session Istheparalegalcareerforyou?Paralegal,legalassistant,lawyer’s assistant are all titles used interchangeably to describe individuals who work with attorneys and other professionals in thefieldoflaw.OurParalegalCertificateProgramisexplainedin this free information seminar online at: http://www.parale-galstudies.com/free_orientation.htm

TO RegIsTeR and pay call RVC Continuing Professional education at (815) 921-3900.

Paralegal Research (1 Credit) This course presents an overview of entry-level paralegal research and writing tools. All students will access law resources online and at the local library once a week for specificassignments.Inaddition,eachstudentwillwriteanoffice legal memo using legal techniques and current rules of law applying the same to support a conclusion based upon the IRACanalyticalreasoningtechnique.Allworkmustbesubmit-ted online. Cost $195

Paralegal Jurisprudence(1 Credit) This course presents an overview of the paralegal profession including many of the more popular entry-level areas of legal specialization (family, corporate, probate, real estate, immigration, bankruptcy law, and many others). All students will be required to select and pursue at least one specialty area and write a twelve-part report for substantive career develop-ment.Eachstudentwillalsoberequiredtotakeweeklyquizzesandafinalexamonline.Cost $195


Education is what remains after one has forgotten what one has learned in school. ~Albert Einstein

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Paralegal litigation(1 Credit) This course presents an overview of litigation and trial support used by entry level practicing paralegals in daily procedural work. All students will be required to visit a specific local court system and investigate the procedures ofpre-trial,trial,post-trialandappeals.Inaddition,eachstudent will be asked to make a presentation of the court visit and complete a selected deposition abstract online. Cost $195

Paralegal Management(1 Credit) This course is an overview of the paralegal office manager at work. All students will be required to network/mentor with an entry level, practicing paralegal in the field and acquire information on the organization of law firms, corporations and/or government legal departments in order to complete a presentation for class. All quizzes and the final examwillbetakenonline.Cost $195

Paralegal Career(1 Credit) This course presents an overview of paralegal jobsearch/portfoliomethodandwillhelpyouidentifyspecial legal skills that are part of your unique niche in the paralegal market. All students will be required to compose a15-sectionparalegaljobsearchportfolioandexplorethreejobleadsinalocallawpracticeinordertocompleteaclasspresentation.EachstudentwillalsopostaneResumeonlineat the end of class.Cost $195

On-line Courses for Business through ed2goTOREGISTER,payandprovideuswithyoure-mailaddresscall (815) 921-3900.or register on-line at www.ed2go.com/rvc All courses listed are $99 for a 6-week session – for a com-plete listing of courses, visit www.ed2go.com/rvc•AdministrativeAssistantFundamentals•ManagingCustomerService•PrinciplesofSalesManagement•DistributionandLogisticsManagement•RealEstateLaw•MasteryofBusinessFundamentals•ProjectManagementFundamentals•EmploymentLawFundamentals•FundamentalsofSupervisionandManagement

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Fitness TrainingNationalPersonalTrainerCertificationspecial note:W.I.T.S.isanapprovedCEUproviderfortheBoardofCertifica-tion for Athletic Trainers (BOC , the American Occupational Therapy Associa-tion (AOTA) National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB),VeteransTrainingandEducation,theInternationalAssociationofContinuingEducationandTraining(IACET).TheAmericanCouncilonEducationhas recommended college credits for this course.

W.I.T.S.isanapprovedCEUproviderforthe(BOC),(AOTA),(NCBTMB),Vet-eransTrainingandEducation,(IACET).CollegecreditsforthiscoursethroughACEmayalsobeavailable.

Orientation to Fitness TrainingThisFREE1-hourPersonalFitnessTrainingOrientationisdesignedtoprovideinformation for anyone interested in the fitness profession or in becoming a fitness trainer. This lecture includes a brief overview of the industry and professionaltrendswhileallowingampletimeforaQandAsession.Topicsincludepersonaltraining,groupexercise,seniorfitness,children’sfitness,fitness management and aqua fitness.

• Course #: PED 067 RVReg Code: 4165 6/4Saturday, 10:00-11:00 am 1 SessionRVCPHYSICALEDUCATIONCTR Room0106W.I.T.S.Instructor FREE

Personal Fitness Trainer - national Certification(2Credits)ComejointhisfunfieldandbeapartofwhattheUSLaborDepartmentandthefitnessindustryhaveahighdemandprofession.Thischallengingcourseistaughtovera5-weekperiodforbetterretentionandskillcompetency.TheNationalExamisheldonthe6thweek.Fifteenhoursof“handson”practicaltrainingpreparesyoutoactuallyworkwithclientsoneonone.Also,fifteenhoursoflecturesinclude,butnotlimitedto,anatomy,exercisephysiology,nutrition,healthscreening,etc.*Call1-888-330-9487toordertherequiredtextbookforthecourseandstartread-ingASAP(costoftextbooknotincludedincoursefee).TheAmericanCouncilonEducation(ACE)hasapprovedonecollegecreditforthiscourse.ProofofCPR/AEDanda30-hourinternshipwillprepareyoutoworksuccessfullyinthefitnessfield.Thisisagreatopportunitytonetworkwithemployers,whilegettingvaluableexperience.CPR(seebelow)isofferedattheendofclass.Noclass7/2.

• Course #: FWS 010 RVReg Code: 4061 6/18-7/30 (6 Sessions)Lectures - Saturdays, 9:00 am-NoonRVCPHYSICALEDUCATIONCTR Room0116Clinicals - Saturdays 1:00-4:00 pmRVCPECFITNESSCTR Room1206W.I.T.S.Staff $530

heartsaver CPR/aed for Personal Fitness TrainerThiscourseisprovidedforstudentsregisteredinthePersonalFitnessTrainerProgramwhodonothaveacurrentCPR:AEDcard.Uponsuccessfulcompletionofthiscourse,youwillreceiveatwo-yearcertificationinCPRthroughtheAmericanHeartAssociation.Tuitionincludescostofpocketmask(required).Optionaltextsoldatclassapprox.$15.BRING:yourregistrationslipwithyoutoclass.Instructor: RuthKormanak,EMT-PisanAmericanHeartAssociationBLSCPRInstructor.ShehasbeeninvolvedinPre-hospitalcareoftwentyyears.ShecurrentlytutorsandteachesinEmergencyMedicalServices.

• Course #: HLT 006 PFTReg Code: 4067 6/11Saturday, 8:00 am-Noon 1 SessionRVCSUPPORTSERVICESBLDG Room1309Ruth Kormanek $39

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Beginning Keyboarding skills (1 Credit) (Level 1) - This hands on course will help you begin or im-proveyourtyping/keyboardingskills.PurchasetextatRVCBookstorebefore first session. You will learn:–keys on the keyboard –home row keys –correct keyboard hand positions –to increase your speedBring a flash drive to class. No class 7/4.

• Course #: DPR 033 BLLReg Code: 4832 6/20-7/25MW, 5:15-7:15 pm 10 SessionsBELLSCHOOLROADCTR Room005Bob Sweeney $145

Basic Computer skills (1 Credit) (Level 1) – This course will help you prepare for many of the other Level 3 courses and offers an overview of the MS Office 2007 Suite.Handoutsgivenatclass.Youwilllearnto:–type letters and documents using Word–createformulasinspreadsheetsusingExcel–create databases using Access–createpresentationsusingPowerPointBring a flash drive to class. No class 6/23.

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• Course #: DPR 045 RVReg Code: 4807 6/14-6/23TTh, 8:15 am-12:15 pm 4 SessionsRVCWOODWARDTECHCTR RoomG02Gail Lee $125

• Course #: DPR 045 RV1Reg Code: 4853 6/14-6/28TTh, 5:30-9:30 pm 4 SessionsRVCWOODWARDTECHCTR RoomG02Chuck Corley $125

• Course #: DPR 045 BLL1Reg Code: 4037 7/9-7/30Saturdays, 8:15-12:15 pm 4 SessionsBELLSCHOOLROADCTR Room005Gail Lee $125

• Course #: DPR 045 BLLReg Code: 4818 7/11-7/20MW, 12:15-4:15 pm 4 SessionsBELLSCHOOLROADCTR Room005Kathe Mundinger $125

Windows Basics XP (1 Credit) (Level 1) - What’s a desktop, an icon, a taskbar? We’ll teach you the correct names for some of the best and most used features of theWindowsXPOperatingSystem.IfyouhaveanyotherWindowsop-erating system, most everything taught in the class will work for you. PurchasetextatRVCBookstorebeforefirstsession.Recommended:IntrotoPersonalComputersorequivalentexperience.Youwilllearnto:–open document and folders –customize the taskbar–start applications from the desktop –manage files–change system settings–use many accessories that are part of WindowsBring a flash drive to class. No class 7/1.

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• Course #: DPR 003 BLLReg Code: 4027 6/20-6/29MW, 12:15-4:15 pm 4 SessionsBELLSCHOOLROADCTR Room005Kathe Mundinger $125

Windows Vista Basics (1Credit)(Level1)-Ifyou’reanewcomputeruser,comeopenWindows and climb in with us. We’ll teach you the correct names for some of the best and most used features of the Operating System. PurchasetextatRVCBookstorebeforefirstsession.Recommended:IntrotoPersonalComputersorequivalentexperience.Bring a flash drive to class. No class 7/2.

16CPDU’s

• Course #: DPR 003 RVReg Code: 4785 6/18-7/16Saturdays, 1:00-5:00 pm 4 SessionsRVCWOODWARDTECHCTR Room151AndresPerezIII $125

Windows File Management Worskshop(.5Credits)GetOrganized!Organizepicturesfromyourcameraintofolders when you load them onto your computer so that you can find them later. You will learn to:–make folders to store files–sort and move large groups of files all at once–rename files and folders–move & copy to get organized – mo more long lists of files–download pictures from camera to computer–make backups–apply principles to your emailBring a flash drive to class.

• Course #: DPR 025 BLL2Reg Code: 5048 7/8-7/15Friday, 1:00-5:00 pm 2 SessionsBELLSCHOOLROADCTR Room005Kathe Mundinger $45

COMPUTeR sKIlls TRaInIngComputer Training for Everyone!ComputercoursesofferedthroughContinuingProfessionalEducationaredesignedforstudentswithbeginningtoadvancedcomputerexpe-rience. A variety of short-term, hands-on computer courses are offered at various times and locations to meet the needs of the community.

Computer lab locations:Be – Course sections are taught at the Keen Age Center,

2141HenryLuckowDrive,Belvidere,ComputerLabBll - Course sections are taught at the Bell School Road Center,

3350 N. Bell School Road, Rockford, Room 005.RV - Course sections are taught at the Woodward Technology Center,

3301 N. Mulford Rd., Rockford, Room G02sC – Course sections are taught at the Stenstrom Center for Career

Education, 4151 Samuelson Rd, Rockford

Teachers! Watch for the Apples. ApplesindicatecoursesthathavebeenapprovedforCPDUsbytheIllinoisStateBoardofEducation.PleaselettheinstructorknowwhentakingtheclassforCPDUs.

Computers Can Be Fun – ReallY!What can help you shop to your heart’s content, rent & show movies, watch TV programs when you want, create a radio station that plays your music, let you see your family & friends even though they are spread across the country, save & restore your old photos and turn them into beautiful presentations to share – all without leaving your home? Of course, the answer is your computer. This 5-day course is geared to show you what you can do without leaving home, with the helpofyourcomputer.Ourclasswelcomesalllevelsofcomputerexpe-rience.Everyonewilllearnsomethingnew.5CPDUs

• Course #: DPR 001 BEReg Code: 4797 7/11-7/15MTWThF, 10:00-11:00 am 5 SessionsCOMPUTERLABWendy LaFauce $39

Apples indicate courses that have been approvedforCPDUsbytheIllinoisStateBoardofEducation.Pleaselettheinstruc-torknowwhentakingtheclassforCPDUs.

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CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION www.rockvalleycollege.edu/cpe Summer 2011

Word Part 1 (.5 Credit) (Level 2) Word 2007, a powerful word processing program allows you to do much more than type documents. Purchase text at RVC Bookstore before first session. PREREQUISITE: Basic Computer Skills. You will learn to:–Open Word and reviewing the new Ribbon interface–Navigate & close Word documents–Create documents & search Help for more information–Create & enhance business letters, memoranda, reports and press releases using margins–Work with line spacing, bullets border & shading–Use spell & grammar checker, AutoCorrect, Format Painter–Cut, copy, paste, drag & drop–Create document with mail mergeBring a flash drive to class. No class 7/5.

12 CPDU’s

• Course #: DPR 023 RVReg Code: 4798 6/28-7/19Tuesdays 8:15 am-12:15 pm 3 SessionsRVC WOODWARD TECH CTR Room G02Gail Lee $99

• Course #: DPR 023 RV1Reg Code: 4755 7/5-7/21TTh, 7:30-9:30 pm 6 SessionsRVC WOODWARD TECH CTR Room G02Chuck Corley $99

• Course #: DPR 023 BLLReg Code: 4817 7/25-8/3MW, 12:15-3:15 pm 4 SessionsBELL SCHOOL ROAD CTR Room 005Kathe Mundinger $99

Word Part 2(.5 Credits) (Level 3) Learn intermediate Word skills. Purchase text at RVC Bookstore before first session. PREREQUISITE: Word Level 1. You will learn to:–Create, sort, format, merge & perform calculations in tables–Work with section breaks, insert columns and column breaks–Insert WordArt, clip art & themes–Create custom Building Blocks & create one-page promotional brochure–Set page orientation & size, work with shapes, picture editing–Insert & format Smart Art & format page background– Create research paper including footnotes & endnotes, headers &

footer with captions & table of figures–Use built-in templates and create templateBring a flash drive to class. No class 8/2.

12 CPDU’s

• Course #: DPR 026 RVReg Code: 4851 7/26-8/11TTh, 7:30-9:30 pm 6 SessionsRVC WOODWARD TECH CTR Room G02Chuck Corley $99

• Course #: DPR 026 RV1Reg Code: 4802 7/26-8/16Tuesdays, 8:15 am-12:15 pm 3 SessionsRVC WOODWARD TECH CTR Room G02Gail Lee $99

Excel Part 1(.5 Credits) (Level 2) Learn Excel 2007, a powerful spreadsheet applica-tion. Focus of this course is on basic skills, starting with a review of the new Office Ribbon interface. PREREQUISITE: Basic Computer Skills. Purchase text at RVC Bookstore before first session. You will learn to:–Enter & edit data –format cell contents–select cells & ranges –adjust row and column–print worksheets –page setup and printing–create formulas & functions,Bring a flash drive to class.

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• Course #: DPR 024 RV1Reg Code: 4801 6/30-7/14Thursdays, 8:15 am-12:15 pm 3 SessionsRVC WOODWARD TECH CTR Room G02Gail Lee $99

Excel Part 2(.5 Credits) (Level 3) Learn intermediate Excel skills. PREREQUISITE: Excel Level 1. Purchase text at RVC Bookstore before first session. You will learn to:–Sort worksheet rows –Set print options– Freeze headings & split –Create SmartArt

worksheet windows– Insert art, draw, move, size, rotate & add styles–Use office template & create custom templates– Lock & unlock cells, apply protection, set password & attach a digital

signature– Copy & move worksheets, copy formatting between worksheets &

use linked formulasBring a flash drive to class.

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• Course #: DPR 027 RV1Reg Code: 4803 7/21-8/11Thursdays, 8:15 am-12:15 pm 4 SessionsRVC WOODWARD TECH CTR Room G02Gail Lee $99

Access 2007 Complete Course(1.5 Credit) (Level 2-3) Begin building the skills needed to use this powerful database management software then learn more advanced techniques to work Microsoft Access. Purchase text at RVC bookstore before first session. Recommended: Basic Computer Skills or equiva-lent experience. You will learn:– to define database concepts – to build and modify tables– to plan/design a database – to use a form to enter data into a table– to create a table – to create/modify select queries–Strengthen tables by forming relationships and formatting fields–Explore different types of queries to extract informationBring a flash drive to class. No class 7/4-8/1.

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• Course #: DPR 089 RVReg Code: 4053 6/20-8/15Mondays, 10:00 am-2:00 pm 7 SessionsRVC WOODWARD TECH CTR Room 153Gail Lee $189

Exam SeriesWhat is a Specialist Series?This set of courses provides you with the education and skills to begin a career, to advance in a current position or to promote professional growth. You can become a Word Processing Specialist, Spreadsheet Application Specialist, Database Management Specialist, Presen-tation Application Specialist or Web Page Design Specialist by successfully completing the required courses for each track. Please consult individual courses in The current CPE schedule or visit the RVC Website at www.rockvalleycollege.edu for dates and times. Recommended: Students should have basic computer skills before registering for any of the classes listed below.

Word Processing SpecialistWord Part 1 - 12 hoursWord Part 2 - 12 hoursWord Part 3 - 12 hours

Spreadsheet Application SpecialistExcel Part 1 - 12 hoursExcel Part 2 - 12 hoursExcel Part 3 - 12 hours

Database Management SpecialistAccess: The Complete Course - 28 hours

Presentation Application SpecialistPowerPoint: The Complete Course - 20 hours

RVC Computer Skills ExamUpon successful completion of a Specialist Series in MS Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint, students will receive a RVC Skills Certificate plus be eligible to take the RVC Computer Skills Exam at no additional charge. The exam will be offered on June 4, 2011 from 9-11am for all topics. Students have one year to complete all of the required Special-ist Series courses. For registration information and/or to register for the next exam, call RVC Continuing Professional Education at (815) 921-3900.

• Course #: OSB 099 RVReg Code: 5047 8/31Wednesday, 4:00-6:00 pm 1 SessionRVC WOODWARD TECH CTR Room G02Gail Lee FREE

RVC Keyboarding/Typing CertificateDo you need an instant reliable, accurate typing certification? We can test your speed and accuracy. Then print out an RVC Certificate show-ing your scores so you can use it to show an employer.

• Course #: OSB 099 RV2Reg Code: 5061 8/31Wednesday, 4:00-6:00 pm 1 SessionRVC WOODWARD TECH CTR Room G02Gail Lee $10

COMPUTER SKILLS TRAINING

RVC BOOKSTOREStudent Center, Ground levelhttp://rvc.bncollege.com or (815) 921-1680For Summer hours and to order or view used and new textbooks visit us online at www.whywaitforbooks.com

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Special Topicslibro de Microsoft Office 2007 espanol(1 Credit)Ahora ya pueda aprender Microsoft Office 2007 en español. Esteesunlibrocompletoconejemplosyconsejosqueayudanal estudiante a aprender Microsoft Office 2007 a su propio paso. ContieneleccionesconejerciciosprácticosenunlenguajesencilloparaMicrosoftWord,MicrosoftExcelyMicrosoftPowerPoint,lastresaplicacionesmalspopularesdeMicrosoftOffice2007.Textodelibreria de RVC compra antes del primer dia de clase. No class 7/1.

• Course #: DPR 005 SCReg Code: 5046 6/17-7/22Fridays, 8:00-11:00 am 4 SessionsSTENSTROMCENTER Room159Jorge Accoyave $115

Mac for newcomers(.5 Credits) This introductory class is designed for the new user or individualswithnoexperienceinterestedinlearninghowtogetaroundtheMaccomputer.Providesindividualswithafewbasicskillsandconfidencetocontinuelearning.PurchasetextatRVCBookstorebefore 1st class. No class 7/4. You will learn:–the desktop –menu bar–to use the mouse –to use the dock–application use –surfing the web–the basic window, menu & shortcutsBring a flash drive to class.

• Course #: DPR 019RVReg Code: 5045 6/20-7/18Mondays, 1:00-4:00 pm 4 SessionsWOODWARDTECHCTR Room152Tony Lamia $99

Web Page design Using hTMl(1Credit)(Level3)LearntodevelopWebsitesusingHypertextMarkupLanguage(HTML)andExtensibleHTML.(XHTML).Learntowritecodemanually,aswellasusegraphicaluserinterface(GUI)authoringtools.Learn to insert images, create hyperlinks, and add tables, forms and frames to their Web pages. Bring a Flash Drive to class. Recommend-ed:IntroductiontoPersonalComputers,InternetEssentials,Windowsorequivalentexperience.Youwilllearnto:–createhypertextlinksbetweenandwithinpages–createbasicwebpagesusingHTML–create your own web page from start to finish, including graphics–use links, tables frames–use assorted background colors and other formatting techniquesBring a flash drive to class. No class 7/2.

20CPDUs

• Course #: DPR 080 BLLReg Code: 4828 6/18-7/23Saturdays, 8:30 am-12:30 pm 5 SessionsRVCWOODWARDTECHCTR RoomG02Jerry Schoonover $145

adobe Photoshop elements 9.0(.5 Credits) (Level 2) Get familiar with the composition and editing capabilitiesofAdobePhotoshopElements9.0.Emphasiswillbeonselection tools, file formats, resolutions, filters and layers. Bring a flash drive to class. No class 7/5.

12CPDU’s

• Course #: DPR 042 RVReg Code: 4804 6/21-7/14TTh, 12:30-2:30 pm 7 SessionsRVCWOODWARDTECHCTR G02Gail Lee $115

Internet essentials and safety Workshop (.5Credits)(Level2)Haveyouwantedtoknowhowtogetinformationfrom all over the world at the touch of your keyboard? This workshop isdesignedtogiveyouabasicunderstandingoftheInternetandexposeyoutothevastamountofinformationavailableontheWorldWideWeb.Internetsafetywillalsobediscussedinthisclass.Recom-mended:IntroductiontoPersonalComputersorequivalentexperience.You will learn:–toBrowse/SearchtheInternet–Internetdataretrievalresourcessuchassubjecttrees(directories)–about email and attachments–aboutdownloadingfilesfromtheInternetBring a flash drive to class.

8CPDUs

• Course #: DPR 077 BLLReg Code: 4819 8/8 & 8/10MW, 12:30-4:30 pm 2 SessionsBELLSCHOOLROADCTR Room005Kathe Mundinger $65

eBaY 1: Buying on eBaYThis class will walk you through the entire process of how to bid and BUYanitemonEBAY’sonlineauction.WewillbrieflycoverhowtoregisterwithEBAYforthoseparticipantswhoarenotyetregistered,however, no actual registration will take place during the class. We willalsodiscussandofferyouthechancetosignupforPaypal—youwillneedcurrentbankaccountnumbersforthePaypalregistration.note:Participantswhowanttotakeadvantageofthishands-ontrain-ingshouldalreadyberegisteredwithEBAYasaBUYER.You will learn:– to bid for an item – importance of Feedback–EBAY’sHelpforBuying –biddingoptionsandtools– to search for an item using Categories – to search for an item using Keywords

• Course #: OSB 096 BLLReg Code: 4827 6/18Saturday, 8:30-11:30 am 1 SessionBELLSCHOOLROADCTR Room005Scott Rowe $39

eBaY 2: selling on eBaY(Level2)WalkthroughtheentireprocessofhowtoSELLanditemonEBAY;idealforthepersonwhohasbeenusingEBAYtobuyitemsand now wants to get into selling. Students are strongly encouraged tobringanitemtosellonEBAY.note: We will not cover how to registeronEBAYasaseller.Participantswhowanttotakeadvantageofthishands-ontrainingshouldalreadyberegisteredwithEBAYasaSELLER.Youwilllearn:–to search to find a comparable value to your item –tolistyourtieonEBAY–to sell an item for a set price–to review the status of your item, leaving feedback for the buyer–aboutEBAY’sHelpforselling,shippingandcontactingbuyer

• Course #: OSB 096 BLL1Reg Code: 4157 6/25Saturday, 8:30-11:30 am 1 SessionBELLSCHOOLROADCTR Room005Scott Rowe $39

PowerPoint 2007 essentials – The Complete Course(1Credit)(Level2)EverythingyouneedtoknowtoassembleandpresentyourownbasicPowerPointpresentation.PurchasetextatRVCBookstorebeforefirstsession.Recommended:IntroductiontoPersonalComputersorequivalentexperience.Youwilllearnto:–use Slide Master –create charts–AutoContent Wizard –change color schemes–create and run slide shows –print handouts and outlinesBring a flash drive to class. No class 8/2, 8/4.

20CPDU’s

• Course #: DPR 095 RVReg Code: 4809 7/19-8/18TTh, 12:30-3:00 pm 8 SessionsRVCWOODWARDTECHCTR RoomG02Gail Lee $145

accounting with Computer softwareQuickBooks 2010 Part 1(1 Credit) (Level 2) Learn the basics of this powerful financial manage-mentprogramforsmallbusiness.PurchasetextatRVCBookstorebeforefirstsession.Recommended:IntroductiontoPersonalComput-ers,BasicComputerSkillsorequivalentexperience.Learn to:–work with customer transactions–work with vendor transactions–BankwithQuickBooks–plan and create a new company–work with opening balances and the balance sheet reportsPurchasetextatRVCBookstoreandbringaflashdrivetoclass.


QuickBooks 2010 Part 2(1Credit)(Level3)ThiscourseprovidesacontinuationofQuickBooks2010–Part1.Youwilllearnto:–work with physical inventory, how to sell inventory items–useQuickBooksforPayroll,jobcostingandtimetracking–use classes, create estimates additional formatting options–work with Balance Sheet Accounts–customizeyourQuickBooksFileusingreportsandgraphsPurchasetextatRVCBookstore(thesametextisusedforPart1and2.) Bring a flash drive to class.


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distance On-line learning anytime – anywhere!

Ed2go – Workforce Training Programs (formerly Gatlin Education Services)www.gatlineducation.com/rvc

RockValleyCollege,ContinuingProfessionalEducation,inpartnershipwithed2go(formerlyGatlinEducationServices),offersonlineopenenrollment programs designed to provide the skills necessary to acquire professional level positions for many in-demand occupations.

Benefits of Online Career Training–Learnin-demandjobskills–Start anytime–Set your own pace–AffordablyPriced

Our programs are designed by a team of professionals from each respective field, who work to provide you with an effective web-based learningexperience.Instructors/mentorsareactivelyinvolvedinyouronlinelearningexperience.Theyrespondtoanyquestionsorconcerns, as well as encourage and motivate you to succeed. Eachprogramincludesasetoflessonsandevaluations;gradesareacombination of the instructor/mentor’s evaluation of students’ work and computer graded tests. We know you’ll appreciate the quality as wellastheconvenienceofanytime,anywherelearning!Formoreinformation:visitwww.gatlineducation.com/rvc.Ifyouhavequestions prior to enrolling, you can use the Live Chat Admission Sup-portonthewebsite.IfyouneedFinancialAssistance,youcanapplyandregisteronthewebsite.Otherwise,callContinuingProfessionalEducation-815-921-3906toregisterandpayforyourclass.

healthcare Programs hours Cost•AdministrativeMedicalSpecialistw/

Medical Billing and Coding 300 $1,995•AdvancedCodingforthePhysician’sOffice 80 $1,395•CertifiedNationalPharmaceutical

Representative 120 $1,595•MedicalBillingandCoding 240 $1,595•MedicalTranscription 240 $1,595•VeterinaryAssistant 240 $1,795•Women’sExerciseTrainingandWellness 200 $2,395•MedicalBillingandCoding+

Medical Terminology 300 $1,895•MedicalTranscriptionand

Medical Terminology 300 $1,895

Business Programs hours Cost•AdministrativeProfessionalwith

MS Office Specialist 240 $1,995•AutoCAD2009 150 $1,995•CertifiedGreenSupplyChainProfessional 60 $1,595•PayPerClickMarketing 150 $1,495•IdentificationLeanMastery 60 $1,695•TravelAgentTraining 200 $1,595•WebDatabaseDeveloper 267 $2,195•Webmaster 150 $1,795

networking and CompTIa™ Certification Training Programs hours Cost•Cisco™ CCNA® Certification Training 80 $1,995•CompTIA™Network+A+

Certification Training 150 $1,695•CompTIA™Security+ Certification Training 120 $1,695

Microsoft Certification Training Programs hours Cost•ForensicComputerExaminer 80 $3,095•MicrosoftCertifiedSystemAdministrator

2003 (MCSA) 440 $2,495•MicrosoftCertifiedSystemAdministrator Plus2003(MCSA+) 340 $2,195

•MicrosoftCertifiedSystem Engineer2003(MCSE) 700 $3,295

•MicrosoftOfficeSpecialist2003(MOS) 120 $1,595

skilled Trade and Industrial Programs hours Cost•HVACTechnician 320 $3,095•FreightBroker/AgentTraining 150 $1,695•PerformingComprehensiveBuilding

Assessments 30 $695•SolarPoweredProfessional 120 $1,695

Media and design hours Cost•DigitalArtsCertificate 420 $5,595•GraphicDesignwith PhotoshopCS3Training 200 $1,795

•ResidentialInteriorDesigner 120 $1,995

Management and Corporate hours Cost•GrantWriting 300 $2,095•LegalSecretary 350 $2,095•ProjectManagement 40 $1,495•SixSigmaGreenBelt 100 $1,895

UgotClass Online Certifi-cates and Courses “skills for the 21st Century” http://www.yougotclass.org/catalog.cfm/RockValley

Get skills for the 21st Century. Demonstrate you knowledge. Boost your productivity and your organization’s bottom line. Our online cer-tificates and courses are provided by quality colleges and associations withexpertinstructors.Participateanytime,dayorevening,fromanycomputer.–It’seasy!It’sfun.–Most courses are offered 4 times a year.–Classes start the first Monday of the monthFor detailed descriptions, visit www.yougotclass.org/catalog.cfm/RockValley

For registration information call (815) 921-3906

new to online learning?Our online learning tutorial begins the week before classes start.

Choose from the following online certificates and courses:Certificate in Online Teaching $795 Certificate - $195 ea – Advanced Teaching Online – Building Online Communities in Cyberspace–DesigningOnlineInstructionCourses for K-12 Teachers $245 eaGender in the Classroom $245 eaGenerational Learning Styles for K-12 $245 eaOnline Teaching & Learning for K-12 $245 eaSocial Media & Online Tools for K-12 $245 eaeMarketingEssentials $495Certificate - $195 ea – Boosting Your Web Site Traffic–ImprovingEmailPromotion – Online AdvertisingGreenBuildingsandPreparingforLEEDRatingSystems $695Social Media for Business $495 Certificate - $195 ea–IntroductiontoSocialMedia – Marketing Using Social Media–IntegratingSocialMediainYourOrganizationEntrepreneurBootCamp $195ExtraordinaryCustomerService $195PracticalMathfortheWorkplace $145

TO RegIsTeR, pay and provide us with your e-mail address call (815) 921-3906.

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AFRICAN-AMERICAN LITERATURE

Literary Themes of Contempo-rary Black Women Writers(1Credit)Examinethediversityofcontemporaryandhistoricalliteraturewrit-tenbyprominentBlackWomenfromthroughouttheAfricanDiaspora.Eachweekly unit will feature a different work of fiction, non –fiction, poetry, or film for discussion and written response. Students will be encouraged to record theirthoughtsandfeelingsaboutthereadingsinweeklyjournalentries—atleastonejournalentrywillbesharedwiththewholeclass.Reader-responseand creative writing activities will allow students to respond to the literature emotionally, and answer questions that are constructed to develop their essay writing skills, such as: addressing a specific audience; writing for a specific purpose;developingathesisand;developingideaswithspecificevidence.PRE-REQUISITES:HighSchooldiploma,G.E.D.orsomeCollegework;basicEnglishlanguage reading and writing skills; basic computer skills.Instructor: Dr.ChigozieAchebeholdsdegreesinEducationfromNorthernIllinoisUniversity.Throughherteachingexperienceshehasdiscoveredthatstudentsperformbestinclassroomsthatholdthemtohighexpectations.Dr.Achebe works hard to strike a balance between provocative, controversial, and challenginglearningperspectiveswhenteaching.Herresearchinterestsin-cludethecareersandeducationexperiencesofunderrepresented,low-incomestudents, and Black women’s history and literature. She writes, teaches, and consults on issues of adult education, Literacy, cultural diversity and social justice.

• Course #: COM 038 LOCReg Code: 4719 6/14-8/2Tuesdays, 6:00-8:00 pm 8 SessionsRVCLEARNING&OPPORTUNITIESCTR Room215308 W State St, RockfordDr. Chigozie Achebe $125

ACT Prep Course--OnlineCambridgeEducationalServices,thelargestproviderofTestPrepcurriculumto colleges, universities, and high schools in the U.S., has partnered with Rock ValleyCollegeContinuingProfessionalEducationtobringyouthelatestad-vancementintestpreparation.Thecoursecoversallareasoftheexamandtheprice includes a Computer Adaptive CD-ROM and Official Retired Test(s). The CambridgeSix-StepApproachincludes:Diagnostictestingandassessmentservice;Basicskillsreview;Problem-solvingconceptsandstrategies;Practicetestreinforcement;Finalexam,assessmentreportandreview;andPersonalstudy plan. Official pre- and post-tests document score improvements. Students will receive a password within 24 hours after registering and can complete the web course program at any time-day or night. For more information or to register--call (815) 921-3900. All materials included.2- Month Access - $1954-Month Access - $225

GMAT Exam Preparation – On-LineApplying to graduate business and management schools usually means taking the GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test). This course will provide you with test-taking techniques and methods for improving your score and saving time on all GMAT question types.2- Month Access - $1954-Month Access - $225

GRE Exam Preparation – On-LineGraduateRecordExaminationorGREisacommerciallyrunstandardizedtestthat is an admission requirement for many graduate schools principally in the UnitedStates,butalsoinotherEnglishspeakingcountries.Thiscoursewillprovide you with test-taking techniques and methods for improving your score.2- Month Access - $1954-Month Access - $225

Praxis I Preparation – On-lineAreyouaprospectiveteacherwhoneedstopassthePraxisIExam?HaveyoualreadyattemptedthePraxisIandnotbeensuccessful?Ifyouansweredyestoeitherofthesequestions,thenthiscourseisforyou!You’lldevelopalltheskills you need for the test as we review and prepare for everything it includes. – Cost $99

Test Prep On-line CoursesfromED2GOToregister:CallContinuingProfessionalEducation–(815)921-3900orregisteron-line at www.ed2go.com/rvc . Cost for all courses listed- $99SAT/ACTPreparation-Part1SAT/ACTPreparation-Part2

ParaPro Preparation Workshop(1 Credit) This workshop has been developed in response to the No Child Left Behind Act which establishes new requirements for paraprofessionals. As of January 8, 2003, paraprofessionals are required to have an associate of arts degree, two years of college or demonstrate through a state or local academic assessment, knowledge of and ability to, assist in the instruction of reading, writingandmath.TheworkshopincludesinformationabouttheParaProas-sessment; a review of reading, writing and math skills; and various test-taking strategies.Pleasebringnote-takingmaterials.Studentsshouldalreadyhaveabasic knowledge of reading, writing, and math skills before registering for this workshop. RockValleyCollegeisanofficialtestingsitefortheParaProAssessmentgivenbytheEducationalTestingService(ETS).(RegisterfortestingthroughETSforSeptember,2011testdate.Costforthetestis$45.)Handoutswillbeprovided,however, an optional study guide to supplement materials is recommended– purchasethestudyguidethroughEducationalTestingServicefor$25.GototheETS,Website:www.ets.org/paraproformoreinformation/testingdates,orcall(609) 771-7395 to place your order for the study guide. Bring the study guide to the first class.

• Course #: SPC 020 RVReg Code: 4786 7/13-8/10Wednesdays, 5:00-8:00 pm 5 WeeksRVCSTUDENTCENTER Room1222DanHorwich $45

Calling all Educators! – Earn CPDU’sEnhanceyourprofessionaldevelopmentthatdirectlyaffectsteachingandlearning. Take your knowledge back to the classroom and share it with your students.LookfortheAPPLE andearnCPDUsapprovedbytheIllinoisStateBoardofEducation.PleaselettheinstructorknowwhentakingaclassforCPDUs.

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TRAIN ONLINE FOR A NEW CAREER IN HEALTH CARE

On-Line Healthcare Programs through Career Step-Information SessionAccording to the U.S. Department of Labor, healthcarewillgenerate3.2millionnewjobsbetween 2008 and 2018. You can be prepared to pursue those career opportunities in less thanoneyear!Informationoncoursecontent,joboutlook,certificationrequirementsandfinancial assistance information will be pro-vided.Ifyoucannotattendthisinformationalsession, please visit www.careerstep.com/rvc for detailed descriptions or call the RVC ContinuingProfessionalEducationDepartmentat (815) 921-3906.

This informational session will give prospec-tive students information on the following programs:•InPatient/OutPatientMedicalBilling&

Coding•OutpatientMedicalBilling&Coding•MedicalTranscriptionEditor•MedicalTranscriptionEditorSupplement•MedicalTranscription•PharmacyTechnician•MedicalAdministrativeAssistant•AdministrativeAssistantVisit www.careerstep.com/rvc for detailed descriptionsorcalltheContinuingProfessionalEducationDepartmentat(815)921-3906

•Course #: OSB 014 RVReg Code: 4733 5/25Wednesday, 6:00-7:00 pm 1 SessionRVCPHYSICALEDUCATIONCTR Room0200ParleyBaldwin–CareerStep FREE

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angelIC ORganICs leaRnIng CenTeR helps urban & rural people build local food systems. The Learning Center offers opportunities to grow healthy food & a better quality of life, connect with farmers & the land, & learn agricultural & leadership skills. The Learning Center, a nonprofit organization, reaches more than 4,000 people each year through its programs at partner farms & urban growingsitesinnorthernIllinois&southernWisconsin.Formoreinfor-mation or to get involved, please visit www.LearnGrowConnect.org

engaging Your Class in sustainable agriculture: hands-on Farm Work-shop for Teachers Everdreamedaboutstartingyourownfarm?Inthisinteractivework-shop, learn about types of sustainable farming careers in northern IllinoisandsouthernWisconsin,takepartinaseriesofself-assess-ments, and be better prepared to decide whether to pursue a farming business. We’ll hear about regional training opportunities through the Collaborative Regional Alliance for Farmer Training (CRAFT), university extension,smallbusinessdevelopmentcentersandothers.Coursein-cludes presentation of farming enterprises, tour of a growing site, and opportunity to ask about the development of successful local farms. One-hour lunch on own provided. 6CPDUsawardedforthiscourse.

• Course #: OSH 092 RFDReg Code: 4720 6/24Friday, 9:00 am-4:00 pm 1 SessionANGELICORGANICSLEARNINGCENTER Angelic Organics Learning Center Staff $85

spanish for educators I (1 credit) This course introduces and develops vocabulary – building skills throughactivitiessuchasguessingfromcontext,recognizingmeaningfrom grouping of words and identifying the use of special terms. Teach-ers will develop the vocabulary needed to carry out everyday activities at work in school, with the students, parents and the community. We will helpyoutocommunicatequickly,simplyandeffectively.PurchasetextatRVC Bookstore. 16CPDUsawardedforthiscourse.

• Course #: FOR 024 RVReg Code: 4722 7/25-8/17MW, 6:30-8:30 pm 4 SessionsBELLSCHOOLROADCTR Room001Judith Barrera-Tulian $95

Psychological First aidThis course is an evidence-informed intervention for assisting children, adults, and families in the early aftermath of disaster and terrorism. Itisdesignedtoreducetheinitialdistresscausedbydisastersandtofostershortandlongtermadaptivefunctioning.ParticipantswillactivelylearnandpracticeskillsneededforeffectivedeliveryofPFA.PFAisintendednotonlyforthementalhealthprofessional,butalsofor a wide range of disaster response workers who provide early assistancetosurvivors.PFAprovidersmaybeimbeddedinavarietyofresponse units, such as first responder teams, primary and emergency health care teams, school crisis response teams, faith-based organiza-tions, and other disaster relief agencies and organizations. CPDU’s,andCEU’sforSocialWorkerswillbeawardedforthisclass.Instructor: Judi Nichols, L.C.S.W. a School Social Worker for the RockfordPublicSchoolsforover20yearsandalocalvolunteerwiththe Medical Reserve Corps, was selected by the National Association ofCountyandCityHealthOfficialstoattendthePFAMedicalReserveCorps. Facilitator’s Training in Denver, Colorado last March. One-half hour lunch break on own.

• Course #: SOC 003 RVReg Code: 4820 6/27Monday, 8:30 am-3:30 pm 1 SessionRVCWOODWARDTECHCTR Room141/142JudiNichols FREE

Distance On-Line Learning for EducatorsCalling all educators! – earn graduate Credit Online!Ed2goOnlineCoursesforteachingprofessionalsareconvenient,af-fordable, and effective. Now, when you enroll in an approved Teacher ProfessionalDevelopmentcourse,youcanearngraduatecreditthroughMadonnaUniversity!Each15hoursoflearningqualifiesforonecreditandis$150.Ed2goOnlineCoursesare24hours,soyouwillearnonecredit and the remaining nine can be applied to another course.

how the Program Works:1.EnrollandpayforaTeacherProfessionalDevelopmentcourseat:www.ed2g.com/rvc 2. Register and pay with Madonna University, either online or by

down loading a registration form within two weeks of beginning your online course.

3.Successfullycompletetheed2goTeacherProfessionalDevelop-ment course, and then submit your Certificate of Completion with your assignment (3-5 page paper) to Madonna University.

Questions? [email protected] enroll in your online course, visit www.ed2go.com/rvc

Earn CPDU Credits Online!We offer a wide range of highly interactive courses that you can take entirelyovertheInternet.Allofourcoursesincludeexpertinstructors,many of whom are nationally known authors. Our online courses are affordable,fun,fast,convenient,andgearedjustforyou.$99 for a 6-week session.RockValleyCollegeContinuingProfessionalEducationoffersawiderange of highly interactive, affordable and convenient non-credit coursesyoucantakeentirelyovertheInternetandearnCPDUcredits.Upon successful completion of each course, you will be awarded 24CPDU’s.ForcompleteinstructionsforCPDUsandacompletelistingofcourses/descriptions--go to www.ed2go.com/rvcteach

TO RegIsTeR and PaY, pleasecallContinuingProfessionalEduca-tion at (815) 921-3900 or register on-line www.ed2go.com/rvcteach .•Ready,Set,Read!•SolvingClassroomDisciplineProblems•IntegratingTechnologyintheK-5Classroom•MicrosoftWord-Excel-PowerPointintheClassroom•UsingtheInternetintheClassroom

VESi RockValleyContinuingEducationhaspartneredwithVirtualEducationSoftware,Inc.toofferCPDUcontinuingeducationcoursesforK-12educatorsonlineorviaCD-Rom.Theseinteractivecoursesprovideexpertinstructionatapacethatfitsyourschedule.TOREGISTERforoneormorecourses,pleasecallRockValleyCollegeContinuingProfessionalEducationat(815)921-3906Thesecoursesdonotqualifyforsalarylaneadjustments,butmayworkforgeneralCPDUsandVESirecommendsthatyoucheckwithyour school district and/or state licensing agency to verify these course offerings will meet your district and/or state requirements for salary advancement and/or state certificate re-licensure. For complete descriptions on the following courses, please visit www.virtualeduc.com/rvc

Cost per course is $149

AdvancedClassroomManagement:ChildrenasChangeAgents–30CPDUsAttentionDeficitDisorder:Information&InterventionsforEffectiveTeaching–30CPDUsAutism&Asperger’sDisorder:Information&EffectiveInterventionStrategies–30CPDUsBehaviorisLanguage:StrategiesforManagingDisruptiveBehavior–45CPDUsChildAbuse:WorkingwithAbused&NeglectedChildren–30CPDUsDrugs&AlcoholinSchools:UnderstandingSubstanceUse&Uses–30CPDUsEarlyChildhood:FamilyCenteredServices–30CPDUsEarlyChildhood:Observation&Assessment–45CPDUsEarlyChildhood:ProgramPlanning–45CPDUsEarlyChildhood:Typical&AtypicalDevelopment–45CPDUsEducationalAssessment:AssessingStudentLearningintheClassroom–30CPDUsHarassment,Bullying&Cyber-IntimidationinSchools–30CPDUsInclusion:WorkingwithStudentswithSpecialNeedsinGeneralEdClassrooms–30CPDUsInfant&ToddlerMentalHealth:Issues&InformationforEducators–30CPDUsLearningDisabilities:PracticalInformationfortheClassroomTeacher–45CPDUsReadingFundamentals#1:AnIntroductiontoScientifically-basesResearch–30CPDUsReadingFundamentals#2:LayingtheFoundationforEffectiveReadingInstruction–30CPDUsReadingFundamentals#3:TheElementsofEffectiveReadingInstruction&Assessment–45CPDUsTalented&Gifted:WorkingwithHighAchievers–30CPDUsTeachingDiversity:Influences&IssuesintheClassroom–30CPDUsTeachingElementaryMathConceptually:ANewParadigm–30CPDUsTraumatizedChild:TheEffectsofStress,Trauma&Violence–30CPDUsUnderstandingAggression:CopingwithAggressiveBehaviorintheClassroom–45CPDUsViolenceinSchools:Identification,Prevention,Prevention&Intervention–30CPDUs

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Food service Certification

STATE of ILLINOIS CERTIFICATION

Food service sanitation Certification Course (1 Credit) You’ll learn basic food service sanitation principles from qualified instructors. Classroom problem solving will help translate principles to everyday use and encourage participants to share their knowledge with co- workers. The class includes the Food Service CertificationExamgivenbytheIllinoisDepartmentofPublicHealth. •note:PurchasetextatRVCBookstoreandbringwithyouto

first class. •note:AccordingtotheStateofIllinoisGuidelines,manda-

tory attendance is required for 15 hours. You must arrive promptly by the start time. Late-comers will not be admitted to class.

•note:Ifyouareretakingtheexam,youmustnotifytheContinu-ingProfessionalEducationOfficeat(815)921-3900beforethefirstclass,sowecanordertheappropriateexam.BringyourfailurenotificationandaphotoIDtoclass.

• Course #: HLT 051 RV1Reg Code: 4085 6/23 & 6/30Thursdays, 8:00 am-5:00 pm 2 SessionsBELLSCHOOLROADCTR Room004Marilyn Spielman $99

• Course #: HLT 051 RV2Reg Code: 4086 6/24 & 7/1Fridays, 8:00-5:00 pm 2 SessionsBELLSCHOOLROADCTR Room004Marilyn Spielman $99

• Course #: HLT 051 RV3Reg Code: 4087 8/23 & 8/29Mondays, 8:00 am-5:00 pm 2 SessionsBELLSCHOOLROADCTR Room004Marilyn Spielman $99

• Course #: HLT 051 RV4Reg Code: 4088 8/23 & 8/30Tuesdays, 8:00 am-5:00 pm 2 SessionsBELLSCHOOLROADCTR Room004Marilyn Spielman $99

servsafe Food safety Certification (Core) – national Certification(1Credit)ParticipantsarealsoeligibletoapplyforanIllinoisDepart-mentofPublicHealthFoodServiceSanitationCertificate.Researchshows the foodservice workforce is changing. Varied foodservice experience,amorediverseworkforce,andtightertrainingsched-ules are impacting food safety training. The National Restaurant AssociationEducationalFoundation(NRAEF)providesaheightenedawareness of prevention with the latest scientific best practices and proven instructional techniques. Students will better comprehend food safetyknowledge,prepareforthecertificationexam(giveninclass)andapplyitonthejobtohelpprotectthegeneralpublic.ThiscourseistaughtinEnglish;howeverthetextandtestareavailableinSpanishupon request.

• Note: PurchasetextatRVCBookstoreandbringwithyoutoclass.

• Note: You must arrive promptly by the start time. Late-comers will not be admitted to class.

• Course #: HSP 026 RVReg Code: 4113 7/30-8/6Saturdays, 8:00 am-5:00 pm 2 SessionsBELLSCHOOLROADCTR Room004AnnetteHosmann $99

Food service RefresherAttendance at either 7/30 or 8/6 session will qualify you for renewal ofyourIllinoisDepartmentofPublicHealth(IDPH)FoodServiceSani-tationManager’sCertification.Notextrequired.Formoreinformation– call 815-921-3900.HLT055RV8:00am-2:00pm7/30$55HLT055RV28:00am-2:00pm8/6$55

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spanish for healthcare Professionals(1 Credit) This course is designed to assist healthcare professionals in theirdailycontactwithSpanish-speakingclientele.Participantswilllearn basic Spanish grammar and structure with emphasis on occupa-tion specific vocabulary and phrases, all of which will be immediately useful.PurchasetextatRVCBookstore.

• Course #: COM 025 RVReg Code: 4721 7/28-9/1Thursdays, 6:00-8:30 pm 6 WeeksRVCWOODWARDTECHCTR Room141Judith Barrera-Tulian $95

Training For Dietary Manag-ers in Health Care Facilitiesdietary Manager’s Program(3 Credits) Students must be working in the food service and/or DieteticsDepartmentofaHealthCareFacilityandmustdemonstrateleadershipabilities.Enrollmentrequiresarecommendationofthehealth care facility administrator and a registered dietitian. Students will have a total of 120 hours of classroom instruction and 162 hours of practical,on-the-jobexperience(50ofthesehoursmustbespentone-on-one with a registered dietitian). The complete course continues for 42 weeks, three sessions in August to June. Completion of the three sessionsandtheIllinoisFoodServiceSanitationCertificationmeetsthestaterequirementsfordietarymanagersinHealthcarefacilitiesand Dietary managers Association (DMA). Sessions may be taken inanyorder.PurchasetextatRVCBookstore.StudentsmusthaveahighschooldiplomaorGEDandtheIllinoisFoodServiceSanitationCertification before enrolling in this course. For more information, call Barb Ferry at (815) 965-6518.No class 11/23. Orientation 8/24, 4:00-6:00 pm.PurchasetextatRVCBookstore.

• Course #: HLT 028 RVPhoneCode:4834 8/24-12/7Wednesdays, 4:00-7:00 pm 12 WeeksBELLSCHOOLROADCTR Room004TBA $263

healthcare Provider Renewal - CPRThis course is for currently certified healthcare providers, whose certificateisreadytoexpire.ThisclasswillrecertifyyouinH.P.,CPR,andAEDthroughtheAmericanHeartAssociation.Purchaseoptionaltextatclassforapprox.$15.

• Course #: HLT 008 RVReg Code: 4069 6/18Saturday, 10:00 am-1:00 pm 1 SessionBELLSCHOOLROADCTR Room004Deb Webb $49

• Course #: HLT 008 RV2Reg Code: 4070 7/9Saturday, 9:00 am-Noon 1 SessionBELLSCHOOLROADCTR Room004Deb Webb $49

• Course #: HLT 008 RV3Reg Code: 4071 8/2Tuesday, 5:00-8:00 pm 1 SessionBELLSCHOOLROADCTR Room004Deb Webb $49

heartsaver CPR: aedLayrescurerforCPRAED.Purchaseoptionaltextatclassfor$15.

• Course #: HLT 006 RVReg Code: 4840 6/8Wednesday, 5:00 am-8:00 pm 1 SessionBELLSCHOOLROADCTR Room007Deb Webb $49

• Course #: HLT 006 RV2Reg Code: 4841 8/17Wednesday, 5:00-8:00 pm 1 SessionBELLSCHOOLROADCTR Room007Deb Webb $49

heartsaver CPR - Pediatric First aid(.5Credit)Learnhowtomanageapediatricinjuryorillnessuntilprofessionalhelparrives.Inemergencysituationsyoucanmakeadifference.ThiscoursecoversCPR/AEDforadultsandchildrenandinfantCPR.Injury,medicalandenvironmentalemergencieswillbecovered.Injurypreventionwillalsobediscussed.Thisprogramisdesigned to meet daycare center regulations. Tuition includes the cost oftextbook.One-halfhourbreakonownprovided.

• Course #: HLT 009 RVReg Code: 4073 6/20 & 6/22MW, 5:00-9:00 pm 2 SessionsRVCWOODWARDTECHCTR Room141Deb Webb $89

• Course #: HLT 009 RV2Reg Code: 4842 8/13Saturday, 10:00 am-6:00 pm 1 SessionBELLSCHOOLROADCTR Room004Deb Webb $89

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EMT Trainingemergency Medical Technician-Basic(9 Credits) This course is designed to train police, fire, first responder and rescue personnel and persons interested in the techniques of basic emergency medical care. The curriculum is approved by the IllinoisDepartmentofPublicHealthandtheU.S.DepartmentofTrans-portation,willpreparestudentsfortheIllinoisStateand/orNationalEmergencyMedicalTechnician–BasicCertificationexamination.Students will be required to actively participate as both rescuers and victims in skills practice during psychomotor labs. Students will also berequiredtopasswrittenandpracticalskillsexaminationsandpar-ticipateinambulance/hospitalclinicalexperiencestobecomeeligibletositfortheNationalRegistryoftheEmergencyMedicalTechniciansexamination.PREREQUISITES:18yearsofage,20/20visionwithcor-rection, hear normally with correction, sound physique, not possessing any infirmity of body or mind, which might render you unfit to perform duties. Bring to first class: copy of birth certificate, driver’s license or stateIDcardandhighschooldiplomaorGED.PurchasetextatRockValley College Bookstore before the first class. Note early start date.

• Course #: HLT 038 RFD(To register call 815-921-3900) 5/9-8/18MTh, 6:00-10:00 pm 15 WeeksSaturday, dates/time TBA in class 3 SessionsROCKFORDHEALTHSYSTEMS EMSBuilding2623EdgemontSt.,RockfordDebbieNiedermeier,EMT $825

First Aid and CPR Training SeriesInstructor,DebWebb,iscertifiedbytheAmericanHeartAssociationas a Basic Life Support instructor, Medic First Aid.

healthcare Provider - CPRThis course is designed for the healthcare provider only. This includes nursing students and medical students. Upon successful completion ofthiscourse,youwillreceiveatwo-yearcertificationinCPRthroughtheAmericanHeartAssociation.LearnCPRtodayforyourjobandforthe potential to save the life of a loved one or friend. Tuition includes costoftextbook.PREREQUISITE:Mustbeinhealthcare,nursingoramedical student.

• Course #: HLT 001 RVReg Code: 4063 6/18Saturday, 10:00 am-3:00 pm 1 SessionBELLSCHOOLROADCTR Room004Deb Webb $69

• Course #: HLT 001 RV2Reg Code: 4064 7/9Saturday, 9:00 am-2:00 pm 1 SessionBELLSCHOOLROADCTR Room004Deb Webb $69

• Course #: HLT 001 RV3Reg Code: 4065 8/2Tuesday, 5:00-10:00 pm 1 SessionBELLSCHOOLROADCTR Room004Deb Webb $69

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CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION Questions? Call (815) 921-3900 Summer 2011

Heartsaver CPR, AED, and First Aid: Adult, Child, Infant(.5 credits) For the health and well being of your family, friends, and co-workers,learnfirstaidandCPR.Inmanysituationsyoucanmakeadifferenceinemergencysituations.YouwilllearnFirstAidbasics,CPRforadults,childrenandinfants,howtooperateanautomatedexternaldefibrillator(AED),andhowtopreventmanymedicalemergencies.Tuitionincludescostoftextbook.

• Course #: HLT 019 RVReg Code: 4076 7/23Saturday, 10:00 am-6:00 pm 1 SessionBELLSCHOOLROADCTR Room004DebWebb $89

Multi-Skilled Certified Nursing AssistantThis program is for currently certified nursing assistants and is a jointofferingfromRockValleyCollege’sAlliedHealthDivisionandtheContinuingProfessionalEducationDepartment.Coursesinthisoffering are designed to provide CNA’s the opportunity to acquire skills and competencies needed for employment in emerging health systems.Coursesmaybetakenindividuallyorinaseries.PREREQUI-SITE:CurrentlycertifiedCNA.PleasebringaphotocopyofyourCNAcertificatetothefirstclass.ItisrecommendedthatyouhavethreemonthsofworkexperienceasaCNA.ThetextbookforAdvancedSkills,BasicEKG,PhlebotomyandBasicRespiratoryCare(sametextfor all) must be purchased before the first class. Classes will be held attheStenstromCenterforCareerEducation,4151SamuelsonRoad(35thandSamuelsonRd.—EastofJeffersonHighSchoolunlessotherwise noted).

Phlebotomy Skills for CNAs(1 Credit) This course is designed to prepare the student in routine phlebotomy procedures. Venipuncture techniques, phlebotomy equip-ment, micropuncture, safe practices and medicolegal aspects are studied.ThiscoursedoesnotmakeoneaPhlebotomist,itisstrictlycontinuing education for currently certified CNAs. A Certificate of Completion is awarded upon completion. Students must attend all 4 sessionstocompletethiscoursesuccessfully.PREREQUISITE:Cur-rentlycertifiedCNA.PurchasetextatRVCBookstore(sametextusedfor all CNA Skills courses).

• Course #: NRS 042 RVReg Code: 4150 8/1-8/22Mondays, 5:00-9:00 pm 4 WeeksRVCSTENSTROMCENTER Room155SueBowler $110

Basic Respiratory Care for CNAs(1.5 Credit) This course is designed to prepare the student to perform basicrespiratorycareprocedures.Emphasisisplacedongastherapy,cylindersandregulators,incentivespirometry,pulseoximetry,suctioning and bag/mask ventilation. This course is strictly continuing education for currently certified CNAs. A Certificate of Completion is awarded upon completion. Students must attend all 4 sessions to completethiscoursesuccessfully.PREREQUISITE:CurrentlycertifiedCNA.PurchasetextatRVCBookstore(sametextusedforallCNASkills courses).

To register call (815) 921-3900Refer to Spring course # NRS 044 RV 5/12-6/16Thursdays, 5:00-9:00 pm 6 WeeksRVCSTENSTROMCENTER Room156ColleenFelts $129

Advanced CNA Skills(1.5 Credits) This course is designed to prepare the student for selectedpatientcareskills.Emphasisisplacedonthedevelopmentof technical skills in the delivery of care to individuals across the life span. Selected basic nursing concepts will be utilized to achieve mas-tery for skill proficiency. This course is strictly continuing education for currently certified CNAs. A Certificate of Completion is awarded upon completion. Students must attend all 6 sessions to complete this coursesuccessfully.PREREQUISITE:CurrentlycertifiedCNA.PurchasetextatRVCBookstore(sametextusedforallCNASkillscourses).

• Course #: NRS 038 RVReg Code: 6146 5/19-6/23Thursday, 5:30-9:30 pm 6 WeeksRVCSTENSTROMCENTER Room317SusanMalthe $136

Recertification for CNAs IfyourCNACertificationhaslapsedfor24ormoremonths,youmaybe eligible to recertify.Steps to Recertification:ContacttheStateofIllinoisat(217)785-5133andregisterwiththestate registry.Uponreceiptofthepacket,completetheCriminalBackgroundCheckandreturntotheStateofIllinois.UponsuccessfulcompletionoftheCriminalBackgroundCheckcallRVC at (815) 921-3900 for information on how to proceed and for upcoming recertification dates.

CostforRecertification:$199(mustbepaidatthetimeofregistration)

Healthcare Professional ProgramsA great way to begin a new career!

Quick and Easy Medical Terminolo-gy-Short Course(1.5 credits) Quickly master the basics of medical terminology and beginspeakingandwritingtermsalmostimmediately!You’llfocuson actively building a working vocabulary of the most frequently encounteredsuffixes,prefixesandwordroots.Termsareintroducedinthecontextofhumananatomyandphysiologygivingthestudentthe tools needed for clear, efficient communication in the healthcare environment. You’ll be amazed at how easily medical terminology becomesapartofyourvocabulary!Thisprogramisappropriateforstudentslookingtolearnnewjobskills,refreshorrefineexistinghealthcare knowledge or improve performance by possessing a better understanding of medical terms. (Recommended, if you are taking anyoftheHealthcareprogramslistedhere)PurchasetextatRVCBookstore. No class 5/30

• Course #: HLT 039 RVReg Code: 4854 5/16-6/15MW, 6:00-8:30 pm 10 SessionsRVCSTENSTROMCENTER Room156SusanBowler $136

Exploring Healthcare Career Programs - An OverviewThis informational session will give prospective students information and details on theDentalAssisting,PharmacyTechnician,PharmacyCompound-ing, Medical Administrative Assistant, Medical Billing and Coding, EKGTechnician,PhlebotomyTechnicianandPhysicalTherapyAideprograms.Coursecontent,joboutlook,certificationrequirementsandfinancialassistanceinformationwillbeprovided.Itisrecom-mended that you attend this free session before registering for any ofthefollowingcourses.Ifyoucannotattendthisinformationalsession,pleasecalltheContinuingProfessionalEducationOfficetorequestanInformationPacketthatincludesdetailedoutlinesforallprograms-(815) 921-3900.

• Course #: HLT 068 RVReg Code: 4096 6/1Wednesday, 6:00-7:30 pm 1 SessionPHYSICALEDUCATIONCTR Room0110CCIStaff FREE

Healthcare Provider – CPR This course is provided for students who do not have a current health-careproviderCPRcardandareregisteredinoneofthehealthcarecourses:EKGTechnician,OphthalmicMedicalAssistantorMassageTherapy.Uponsuccessfulcompletionofthiscourse,youwillreceiveatwo-yearcertificationinCPRthroughtheAmericanHeartAssociation.Tuitionincludescostofpocketmask(required).Optionaltextsoldatclassforapprox.$15.Youmustbringyourregistrationslipwithyouto class. Instructor:RuthKormanak,EMT-PisanAmericanHeartAssociationBLSCPRInstructor.ShehasbeeninvolvedinPre-hospitalcareoftwentyyears.ShecurrentlytutorsandteachesinEmergencyMedicalServices.

• Course #: HLT 001 HCReg Code: 4062 6/11Saturday, 8:00 am-Noon 1 SessionRVCSUPPORTSERVICESBLDG Room1309RuthKormanek $39

Medical Administrative Assistant Program(4.5 Credits) This 70-hour course prepares students to function effectively in many of the administrative and clerical positions in the healthcare industry. Administrative Medical Assistants, Medial Secretary,MedicalRecordsClerk,andHealthUnitCoordinatorsareallpositions in great demand. This program covers important entry-level background information on anatomy and physiology, medical terminol-ogy, insurance billing and coding, medical ethics, customer service and legal aspects. This program is intended to provide students with a well-rounded introduction to medical administration so that a student can gain the necessary skills required - to either obtain or advance to a healthcare administration position. Note: This program is designed tomeettherequirementsoftheNationalHealthcareAssociation’s(NHA)-CertifiedMedicalAdministrativeAssistant(CMAA)nationalcertificationexam.TheCMAAexamwillbegivenfollowingthecompletionofthiscourseforanadditionalcharge–approx.$105.Allmaterials are included in the course cost.

• Course #: HLT 054 RVReg Code: 4091 6/20-8/31MW, 6:00-9:30 pm 11 WeeksSTENSTROMCENTER Room319CondensedCurriculumStaff $1,299

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Medical Billing and Coding Program(5 Credits) This combined 80 hour billing and coding course offers the skills needed to solve insurance billing problems, how to manually fileclaims(usingtheCPTandICD-9manual),completecommoninsurance forms, trace delinquent claims, appeal denied claims and use generic forms to streamline billing procedures. The course covers thefollowingareas:CPT(Introduction,Guidelines,EvaluationandManagement), specialty fields (such as surgery, radiology and labora-tory),ICD-9(IntroductionandGuidelines)andbasicclaimsprocessesfor medical insurance and third party reimbursements. Students will learnhowtofindtheserviceandcodesusingmanuals,(CPT,ICD-9andHCPCS).Afterobtainingthepracticalworkexperience(6monthsto 2 years), students who complete this course may be qualified to sit fortheAmericanAcademyofProfessionalCoders(AAPC)-CertifiedProfessionalCoderExam(CPCorCPC-HApprentice);theAmericanHealthInformationAssociation(AHIMA)CertifiedCodingAssociate(CCA)exam;and/orotherNationalCertificationExams.(Allmaterialsare included in the tuition fee.) note: will meet 2 Saturdays, 7/9 & 8/6, 9:00 am-3:00 pm.

• Course #: HLT 069 RVReg Code: 4098 6/21-8/25TTh, 6:00-9:30 pm 11 WeeksRVCSTENSTROMCENTER Room331Condensed Curriculum Staff $1,499

Pharmacy Technician Program(3 Credits) This comprehensive 50-hour course will prepare students toenterthepharmacyfieldandtotakethePharmacyTechnicianCertificationBoard’sPTCBexam.Techniciansworkinhospitals,homeinfusion pharmacies, community pharmacies and other health care settings - working under the supervision of a registered pharmacist. Course content includes medical terminology specific to the pharmacy, reading and interpreting prescriptions and defining drugs by generic andbrandnames.Studentswilllearndosagecalculations,I.V.flowrates, drug compounding, dose conversions, dispensing of prescrip-tions, inventory control and billing and reimbursement. Recommended: Students should have taken math and science in high school. A high schooldiplomaorGEDisrequiredtositforthePTCBexam.Allmateri-als and student accident insurance are included in the course cost.

• Course #: HLT 056 RVReg Code: 4094 6/20-8/10MW, 6:00-9:30 pm 9 WeeksRVCSTUDENTCENTERBLDG Room1224Condensed Curriculum Staff $1,005

dental assisting Program(6Credits)This60-hourDentalAssistingProgramhasbeenendorsedby the Winnebago County Dental Society and prepares students for entry-level positions in one of the fastest growing health care positions – Dental Assisting. This course covers the history of dentistry and dental assisting; introduction to the dental office; the legal aspects of dentistry and dental assisting; state dental practice; policies and guidelines; an introduction to oral anatomy; equipment, operation, and maintenance; introduction to tooth structure; the oral cavity and related structures; proper patient positioning; dental anesthesia; sterilization and other areas. Students will be given the opportunity to participate in a two-week rotation/clinical at a local dentist’s office. All materials and student insurance are included in the course cost. Please note: Most employers prefer that dental assistants and aides have a high school diploma or equivalent. This program does not include a national orstatecertificationobjectivewhichinmoststatesrequires1to2yearsoftrainingoreducation.CPRtrainingisprovidedinthiscourse.

• Course #: HLT 053 RVReg Code: 4090 6/20-8/18MTh, 6:00-9:30 pm 9 WeeksRVCSTENSTROMCENTER Room169Condensed Curriculum Staff $1,299

eKg Technician Certification Program(3 Credits) This comprehensive 50 hour program prepares students tofunctionasEKGTechniciansandtotaketheASPT–Electrocar-diograph(EKG)TechnicianexamandotherNationalCertificationExams.Thiscoursewillincludeimportantpracticeandbackgroundinformation on anatomy of the heart and physiology, medical disease processes, medical terminology, medical ethics, legal aspects of patient contact, laboratory assisting, electrocardiography and echocar-diography. Additionally, students will practice with equipment and per-form hands on labs including introduction to the function and proper useoftheEKGmachine,thenormalanatomyofthechestwallforproper lead placement, 12-lead placement and other clinical practices. TheASPT-ElectrocardiographTechnicianexamwillbegivenfollowingthe completion of this course for an additional charge. All materials andstudentinsuranceareincludedinthecoursecost.Thereisnojobplacementforthiscourse.CurrentHealthcareProviderCPRrequired.

• Course #: HLT 044 RVReg Code: 4082 6/21-8/9TTh, 6:00-9:30 pm 8 WeeksRVCSTENSTROMCENTER Room319Condensed Curriculum Staff $1,019

Physical Therapy aide Program(3 Credits) This comprehensive 50-hour program prepares students forthegrowingfieldofPhysicalTherapy.ThePhysicalTherapyAideis generally responsible for carrying out the non-technical duties of physical therapy, such as preparing treatment areas, ordering devices and supplies, and transporting patients working under the direction of the physical therapist. Furthermore, these workers assist physical therapists in providing services that help improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities of patients sufferingfrominjuriesordisease.PhysicalTherapyAidesmaybeemployed in nursing homes, hospitals, sports rehabilitation center and some orthopedic clinics. note: This program does not include a nationalorstatecertificationaspartofitsoverallobjectives.Thereisnojobplacementforthiscourse.Allmaterialsandstudentinsuranceare included in the course cost.

• Course #: HLT 057 RVReg Code: 4749 6/20-8/10MW, 6:00-9:30 pm 9 WeeksRVCSTENSTROMCENTERRoom317(Rm151forclinicals)Condensed Curriculum Staff $1,019

Massage Therapy Training Program – New program beginning September 7, 2011

Massage Therapy Program OverviewBecomeaLicensedProfessional!Massagetherapyisacareerthatallows you to serve the health and well-being of your community and nurture your passion for helping others. Rock Valley College in partner-shipwiththeASISMassageSchool,offersa570-hourprogramwitha well-rounded curriculum, designed to offer students a combined lecture,demonstrationandclinicalpractice.AttendthisFREEinforma-tionsessionanddecideifMassageTherapyisinyourfuture!To register call (815) 921-3900 5/24Tuesday, 6:00-7:00 pm 1 SessionBELLSCHOOLROADCTR Room004Staff FREE

• Course #: OSH 068 RVReg Code: 4880 6/21Tuesday, 6:00-7:00 pm 1 SessionBELLSCHOOLROADCTR Room004Staff FREE

• Course #: OSH 068 RV2Reg Code: 4883 7/20Wednesday, 6:00-7:00 pm 1 SessionBELLSCHOOLROADCTR Room004Staff FREE

• Course #: OSH 068 RV3Reg Code: 4884 8/17Wednesday, 6:00-7:00 pm 1 SessionBELLSCHOOLROADCTR Room004Staff FREE


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Sleep Laboratory Training ProgramPolysomnographyisthestudyofanindividual’ssleep.Millionsof Americans suffer from sleep disorders. Over 80 types of sleep disorders are recognized by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM). Growth in the number of sleep laboratories supports an increasingdemandfortrainedprofessionals.Ifyouareinterestedinfindingoutmoreaboutthisexciting,newcareer,visittheonlineWebsite at www.sleephealth.com

Boot Camp Basic Training for the sleep Technician(5 Credits) This program offers 80 hours of didactic training recom-mended by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM). Participantswilldeveloptheskillstocollectaqualitysleepstudywithan introduction to polysomnography scoring procedures. They will achieve the essentials necessary, as set forth by the AASM’s 29 stan-dards of achievement, to promote an understanding of basic principles of polysomnography & the role of the sleep technician. Topics include abnormalsleeppatterns,collectinganEEGsignal,sleepstaging,respiratoryevents,&medications.Participantswillemergehighlyprepared for their professional positions as sleep technicians. Tuition fee includes student liability coverage & cost of the study manual.Additional fees for AASM exam ($50) & 14 modules at $30 each completed in the following 18 months are not included in the cost of the program. For registration information, contact Continuing educa-tion—815-921-3900 or for information on the program, contact Mary Kay hobby at (815) 298-0696; www.sleep-health.com.IMPORTanT: Students are required to provide the following documentationpriortoregistration:Currentphysicalexam(within6months);Immunizationrecord:Mumps,Measles,Rubella,HepatitisB,Varicella/ChickenPoxortitre,Tetanus(within10years),TB(2-steptest plus negative skin test within 6months); proof of health insurance coverage;currentCPRcard.note: Students will NOT be allowed to begin this program unless documentation of the above requirements isprovidedONEWEEKpriortothestartdate—August12,2011.CPRcourse for registered students TBA.

•Course #: HLT 080 RVReg Code: 4831 8/22-9/2ClassroomInstruction:MTWThF, 8:30 am-5:30 pm 2 WeeksHOLIDAYINN,BellSchoolRoad&StateStClinicals:Thursday, 8/25; Monday, 8/29; Thursday, 9/1; Friday, 9/2 from 7:30 pm-6:30 amHOLIDAYINN,BellSchoolRoad&StateStSleepHealthMgmtStaff $2,995

On-line healthcare Programs through Career step-Information sessionAccording to the U.S. Department of Labor, healthcare will gener-ate3.2millionnewjobsbetween2008and2018.Youcanbepreparedtopursuethosecareeropportunitiesinlessthanoneyear!Informationoncoursecontent,joboutlook,certificationrequirementsandfinancialassistanceinformationwillbeprovided.Ifyoucannotattendthisinformational session, please visit www.careerstep.com/rvc for de-taileddescriptionsorcalltheRVCContinuingProfessionalEducationDepartment at (815) 921-3906. This informational session will give prospective students information on the following programs:•InPatient/OutPatientMedicalBilling&Coding•OutpatientMedicalBilling&Coding•MedicalTranscriptionEditor•MedicalTranscriptionEditorSupplement•MedicalTranscription•PharmacyTechnician•MedicalAdministrativeAssistant•AdministrativeAssistantVisit www.careerstep.com/rvc for detailed descriptions or call the ContinuingProfessionalEducationDepartmentat(815)921-3906

•Course #: OSB 014 RVReg Code: 4733 5/25Wednesday, 6:00-7:00 pm 1 SessionRVCWOODWARDTECHCTR Room117ParleyBaldwin–CareerStep FREE

On-line Courses for healthcare through ed2go. For more information on these classes and many more, go to www.ed2go.com/rvc TO RegIsTeR, pay and provide us with your e-mail address call (815) 921-3900 or register online with ed2go.

–Medical Terminology: A Word Association Approach–HumanAnatomyandPhysiology–Become a Veterinary Assistant–BecomeaVeterinaryAssistantII:CanineReproduction–BecomeaVeterinaryAssistantIII:PracticalSkills–HandlingMedicalEmergencies–Legal Nurse Consulting

spanish for health Care On-line Course – see page

Fundamental of self-acupressure(.5 Credits) Join the thousands of people helping themselves with thisextraordinarysystemtoreleasetensionandstress.Soothesoremuscles using special energy-points, breathing and focusing. Bring pillow and linens. Optional JSD handbook at class, $8. One hour lunch break on own provided.

• Course #: HLT 070 RVReg Code: 4099 8/6Sunday, 10:30 am-7:30 pm 1 SessionBELLSCHOOLROADCTR Room013SifuSueMichaelsen,Auth.JSD®Teacher $86

• Course #: HLT 070 RV3Reg Code: 4813 8/14Saturday, 10:00 am-7:00 pm 1 SessionRVCSTENSTROMCENTER Room155SifuSueMichaelsen,Auth.JSD®Teacher $86

Jin shin do® acupressure Facial – Relax with Jin shin do®

(.5Credit)Studentswillgiveandreceivearelaxingacupressuretherapysessiontorelievetensioninsinus,jaw,neckandshoulders.Bringpillowandlinenstomakechairscomfortable.PurchaseoptionalJSD®handbookatclass,$3.50.7.5MassageTherapyCEhours.Onehour lunch break on own provided.

• Course #: HLT 070 RV2Reg Code: 4100 8/13Saturday, 10:30 am-7:30 pm 1 SessionBELLSCHOOLROADCTR Room007SifuSueMichaelsen,Auth.JSD®Teacher $86

5-step Jin shin do® neck & shoulder Release(2Credits)Relaxwhilelearningtofindanduseacu-pointstorelievediscomfort from tension and stress. Bring pillow and linens to makechairscomfortable.Optionaltextatclass:FundamentalsofSelf-Acupressure,$8.MassageTherapistsCEHrs(Provider#026771)NCBTMB.

• Course #: HLT 072 RVReg Code: 4814 7/10Sunday, 1:00-3:00 pm 1 SessionBELLSCHOOLROADCTR Room007Sifu Sue Michaelsen $26

• Course #: HLT 072 RV2Reg Code: 4815 7/17Sunday, 1:00-3:00 pm 1 SessionRVCSTENSTROMCENTER Room155Sifu Sue Michaelsen $26

Jin shin do® Module II, Part 1 – Theoretical horizons(2Credits)In-depthstudyofStrangeFlows,functions,newreleasepatternsand150points,includingentry/exit,combining,associatedandgrouplowpoints.(Relax!MostareModuleIpoints)IntegrationofStrange Flow, Meridian and Segmental theories and assessment.

RequiredforJSD®Reg.PREREQUISITE:JSDModule1,Part3.

• Course #: HLT 074 RVReg Code: 4101 6/24-6/27Friday,1-9pm–meetsatBELLSCHOOLROADCTR,Room013Saturday&Sunday:10:30am-7:00pm–meetsatBELLSCHOOLROAD CTR, Room 007Monday,2-8pm–meetsatBELLSCHOOLROADCTR,Room013Sifu Sue Michaelsen $395


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CE hours for Massage TherapistsCEhoursformassagetherapistsareprovided(foranadditional$15fee) through Bridges of Unity for the classes that have the NCBTMB logonexttothem.BridgesofUnityisapprovedbytheNationalCertification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) asacontinuingeducationApprovedProvider.Instructorsoftheseclasses are certified by Bridges of Unity to offer NCBTMB approved CEHours,whicharealsovalidforIllinoislicensurerenewal.IfyourequireacertificateverifyingCEHoursformassagetherapy,pleasebring your massage license number to class and a check for $15 made out to Bridges of Unity. For more information visit www.bridgesofunity.com. The following courses are also approved for Social Worker and LicensedPracticalCounselorCEU’sthroughRockValleyCollegeatnoaddtional charge. All of these courses are open to the general public.

Introduction to the ChakraThis overview will help you understand why opening and healing the seven chakras are essential to living a healthy, happy, productive, balanced, and fulfilling life. These energy centers are the connections between our mind, body, and spirit and the driving force behind every function of our lives. Learn what the chakras are, and how they impact your life, health and well-being. Join Beth Campisi, certified chakra in-structor through Bridges of Unity, Reiki Master and licensed massage therapist to see what benefits you could realize in your life by working withthechakras.Basedonthebook,“SevenPortalstoYourSoul:AnAccessibleGuideforMendingYourLife”byMarciaA.Phillips.Opentothegeneralpublic.2CEHoursforMassageTherapists.2CEU’sforSocialWorkersandLicensedPracticalCounselors.

• Course #: OSS 006 RVReg Code: 4163 6/7Tuesday, 6:00-8:00 pm 1 SessionRVCSUPPORTSERVICESBLDG Room1300Beth Campisi $25

Opening the lower Chakras(.5Credit)Thelowerchakras(root,sacralandsolarplexus)helpustoliveaphysicallifethattrulyworksforus.Eachchakrasupportsaspe-cific area of the body and function of our life. This class is for anyone interested in doing personal inner healing work to open and balance your lower chakras to facilitate physical, mental and emotional heal-ing.Thebookandworkbookrequiredforthisclassare“SevenPortalsToYourSoul:AnAccessibleGuideforMendingYourlife”byMarciaPhillipsandcanbepurchasedfromtheinstructoronthefirstnightofclass. (Cost for the book and workbook is $35 and are also used for the OpeningtheUpperChakrasclass.)10CEformassagetherapists.10CEU’sforSocialWorkersandLicensedPracticalCounselors.

• Course #: HLT 091 RVReg Code: 4729 6/14-7/12Tuesdays, 6-8:30 pm 4 sessionsRVCSUPPORTSERVICESBLDG Room1309Beth Campisi $89

Opening the Upper Chakras(.5 Credits) The upper chakras (heart, throat, third eye and crown) help us connect with our inner and higher spiritual self to live a life that is in alignment with who we really are. Specific information about each chakra is covered: its color, location, issues, purpose and how to open and balance it to live a happier, healthier more meaningful life. This class will utilize the tools and build upon the insights learned in the Lower Chakra class, therefore it is highly recommended that partici-pants take Opening the Lower Chakras class. (The same book as used forOpeningtheLowerChakrasclass.)10CEU’sforSocialWorkersandLicensedPracticalCounselors.

• Course #: HLT 092 RVReg Code: 4730 7/19-8/9Tuesdays, 6-8:30 pm 4 sessionsRVCSUPPORTSERVICESBLDG Room1309Beth Campisi $89

Reiki with Richard GubbeRICHARDGUBBE,ReikiMasterhasbeenteachingtheUsuiSystemofReikiHealingforthepast23yearsandhasinstructedmorethan1,800students and 400 Reiki Master Teachers nationwide.

Clinical Reiki I (.5 Credit) Doctors, nurses, hospice workers, childcare workers, dentists, veterinarians, chiropractors, massage therapists and other body workers – can learn to heal themselves and others with Reiki UniversalLightEnergy.Thissystemisrecognizedasthemosteffectivetechnique to heal the body, mind and spirit. Anyone can learn the sameWhiteLightEnergyHealingthatisusedinhospitalsandmedicalclinicsthroughouttheworld.Reiki,theJapanesewordfor“LightEnergy,”acceleratesthebody’shealingprocessandprovidesphysicalandspiritualhealing,relaxationandstressrelief,alongwithpersonalgrowth and awareness. Reiki Students learn all the necessary steps tobecomeahealerandareattunedtouseUniversalEnergyforlife.Massage tables are welcome but not necessary. There are no pre-requisitesandReikiIcertificates(givenbytheinstructor)arehonoredworldwide.NoPrerequisites.

• Course #: HLT 022 RVReg Code: 4077 6/18 & 6/25Saturdays, 1:00-5:00 pm 2 SessionsBELLSCHOOLROADCTR Room013Richard Gubbe $69

• Course #: HLT 022 RV2Reg Code: 4772 6/23 & 6/30Thursdays, 6:30-10:00 pm 2 SessionsBELLSCHOOLROADCTR Room001Richard Gubbe $69

• Course #: HLT 022 RV4Reg Code: 4079 7/12 & 7/19Tuesdays, 6:30-10:00 pm 2 SessionsBELLSCHOOLROADCTR Room001Richard Gubbe $69

• Course #: HLT 022 RV3Reg Code: 4078 7/22 & 7/29Fridays, 6:30-10:00 pm 2 SessionsBELLSCHOOLROADCTR Room013Richard Gubbe $69

Clinical Reiki II (.5Credits)LearntheancientsecretsofLongDistanceEnergyHealingand the use of ancient healing symbols in this advanced Reiki class intheUsuiSystemofReikiEnergyHealing.Theuseoflightenergyalong with visualization and color therapy are used in long distance healing. Learn how powerful ancient symbols and intent are used to amplifythehealingprocessandlearnhowtosendWhiteLightEnergytreatmentsanywhere.Experiencefurtherpersonalgrowthandaware-nessthroughintensifiedReikiUniversalLifeEnergy.ReikiIIcertificates(given by the instructor) are awarded and honored worldwide. Bring a notebook and pen and dress casually. Massage tables are welcome butnotnecessary.PREREQUISITE:ClinicalReikiI.

• Course #: HLT 034 RVReg Code: 4081 8/4 & 8/11Thursdays, 6:30-10:00 pm 2 SessionsBELLSCHOOLROADCTR Room013Richard Gubbe $149

Reiki share for PractitionersThis is an opportunity for Reiki practitioners to share treatments and ideasatthisweekly“ReikiShare.”PractitionerscanworkoneachotherorbringinthoseinterestedinexperiencingaReikitreatment.Participatein4sessionsandreceiveacertificateofpracticaltraining.Massage tables are welcome. note: Varied classroom locations to be announced at first class. First class location Bell, Room 002. Remain-ing class locations TBA by instructor.

• Course #: HLT 031 RVReg Code: 4080 6/15-8/17Wednesdays, 6:00-9:00 pm 10 SessionsRVCBELLSCHOOLROADCTR Room003Richard Gubbe $19

CeU’s for nurses Through allegra learning solutionsAllegra Learning Solutions is accredited as a provider of continuing education in nursing by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. Accreditation refers to recognition of continuing nursing education only and does not imply Commission on Accreditation approval or endorsement of any commercial product. ProviderapprovedbytheCaliforniaBoardofRegisteredNursing,Provider#CEP14693,forthestatednumberofcontacthours.Inaddition,CertificateProgramscoursemeetsthequalificationsforthestated hours of continuing education credit for MFTs and/or LCSWs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences.

Toregister–CallContinuingProfessionalEducation–(815) 921-3900 or register on-line at www.ed2go.com/rvc

The following is a sampling of courses available:

Certificate in Complementary and alternative Medicine,(28 contact hours) Cost: $199

Certificate in gerontology, (40 contact hours) Cost: $189

Certificate in legal and ethical Issues in nursing, (23 contact hours) Cost: $149

Certificate in Pain assessment and Management, (24 contact hours) Cost: $149


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hOMeland seCURITY TRaInIngHomelandSecurityTerrorismPreventionCertificateforLawEnforce-mentorFireServiceProfessionals–On-LineCourse.RockValleyCollegeandtheInstituteforPreventiveStrategies,aDe-partmentofHomelandSecurity(DHS)TrainingPartner,arecollaborat-ingtodelivertheHomelandSecurityTerrorismPreventionCertificateCourseforLawEnforcementProfessionals(PER-280)andFireServiceProfessionals--DHSCertifiedCourses.These eight-hour web-based courses take a unique approach that engages learners in an online simulation, forcing them to make real lifedecisions.The“game”likeIntroductoryExerciseallowstheLawEnforcementOfficerortheFirefightertoexperiencetheeminentthreatof a terrorist attack first hand through a series of choices leading to a related and reasonable conclusion. Topics include: collaboration, information sharing, recognizing threats, managing risks, and deciding to intervene. This program is offered at no charge for those working intheLawEnforcementandSecurityprofessionsorFirefighters,andis designed to conveniently fit your busy schedule. Upon successful completion students will receive a Certificate of Completion from the InstituteforPreventiveStrategiesandRockValleyCollege.Call (815) 921-3900 for more information or to register for one of these FREEprograms.

language for the WorkplaceJob-specific Spanish training continues to grow very quickly. Government, business and health care employers must be able to communicate with citizens,employees,customersandpatients.Howmanyaccidentsandmistakescouldhavebeenavoidedwithbettercommunication;howwellareyourHispaniccustomersbeingserved;howmuchisbeingspentoninterpretersandlanguagelinesinhospitalsandhealthcaresystems?Besidestheprogramslistedbelow,wecanalsoprovidetrainingforthefollowingworkforces:FirefightersandEMS,Manufacturing,PoliceOfficers,Restau-rantsandmore.CallContinuingProfessionalEducationat(815)921-3900formoreinformation.

spanish for healthcare Professionals(1Credit)ThiscourseisdesignedtoassisthealthcareprofessionalsintheirdailycontactwithSpanish-speakingclientele.Participantswilllearnba-sicSpanishgrammarandstructurewithemphasisonoccupationspecificvocabularyandphrases,allofwhichwillbeimmediatelyuseful.PurchasetextatRVCBookstore.

• Course #: COM 025 RVReg Code: 4721 7/28-9/1Thursdays, 6:00-8:30 pm 6 WeeksRVCWOODWARDTECHCTR Room141Judith Barrera-Tulian $95

spanish for educators I (1credit)Thiscourseintroducesanddevelopsvocabulary–buildingskillsthroughactivitiessuchasguessingfromcontext,recognizingmeaningfrom grouping of words and identifying the use of special terms. Teachers will develop the vocabulary needed to carry out everyday activities at workinschool,withthestudents,parentsandthecommunity.Wewillhelpyoutocommunicatequickly,simplyandeffectively.PurchasetextatRVC Bookstore. 16CPDUsawardedforthiscourse.

• Course #: FOR 024 RVReg Code: 4722 7/25-8/17MW, 6:30-8:30 pm 4 SessionsBELLSCHOOLROADCTR Room001Judith Barrera-Tulian $95

My spanish Teacher On-line Courses www.myspanishteacher.com/rockvalleycollege Only $89 for 6 Months-Unlimited Online AccessTOREGISTER,payandprovideuswithyoure-mailaddresscall(815)921-3900.

Innovative spanish courses with extraordinary benefitsAn easy-to-use, interactive audio-visual Spanish course you can access online 24/7.No pressure – learn Spanish at your own pace at home, at the office, anywhere with an internet connection.YoucanprintouttheSpanishvocabularytotakewithyouforreferenceonthejob.HaveaquestionaboutaparticularworkrelatedSpanishphraseyouneedtolearn?Youcanemailyourteacherandreceiveaquick,personalresponse.

SpanishforLawEnforcementSpanishforFinancialProfessionalsSpanish for RealtorsSpanishforEMS/FireFightersSpanishforParkRangersSpanish for Correction OfficersSpanish for 911/DispatchSpanish for LandscapingSpanish for Customer Service

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These courses are held at: NISSAN FORKLIFT240N.ProspectSt.,Marengo,IL

Powered Industrial Truck (Forklift) Operator Training(.5 Credits) This course will help you become knowledgeable in powered industrial truck (forklift) operation. You will gain valuable knowledge and the skills required to operate a lift truck in a correct andprofessionalmanner.O.S.H.A.requiresanyonewhooperatesapoweredindustrialtrucktobetrainedandauthorized.Haveyoubeentrained? note:tobecomean“Authorized”orqualifiedoperator,theowneroftheforkliftmustalsoevaluateyou“on-site”.Participantswilllearn:O.S.H.A.29CFR1910.178(1)regulations;Aspectsoflifttruckoperation;PreOperationinspection,ofworkareaandtruck;Recom-mended handling procedures and load handling; Fueling procedures Gas,Diesel,andElectric.Studentswillberequiredtodemonstratepracticallifttruckoperationskills.Truckscoveredare,ITA(IndustrialTruck Association) Class 1,2,3,4, and 5.

• Course #: ISH 025 RFDReg Code: 4821 6/10Friday, 8:00 am-4:30 pm 1 SessionNissanForkliftProfessionalTrainingStaff $150

RETURNING IN THE FALL - APICS – The Association for Operations ManagementThis program is designed for people working in the field of materials and operations management or people working in positions that inter-act with this field who need to learn the basic concepts, techniques andterminology.Itwillalsorelatetothoseinthehealthcareprofes-sion; small business or retail operations who work with inventory management.ItprovidesCPIMcertification-CertifiedinProductionandInventoryManagement.Thiscertificationleadstobetterdecision-making skills and enhances the ability to predict outcomes and achieve desired results. This series of 5 courses (generally offered over the course of 2 semesters, fall and spring) includes Basics of Supply Chain Management;MasterPlanningofResources;DetailedSchedulingandPlanning;ExecutionandControlofOperations;StrategicManagementofResourcesandwillprepareyoutaketheCPIMExamination.Basicsof Supply Chain Management should be taken first and Strategic Management of Resources taken last, the other 3 can be taken in any order.CallContinuingProfessionalEducationat(815)921-3900formore information. Look for detailed descriptions of this program in the fall 2011 semester brochure.

Minor home Repairs for the “newbie”Ifyou’renothandyaroundthehouse,doingcommonrepairscanbeafrustratingexperience.However,therearemanysimplefixesthatevery homeowner can do with a little information. This class will cover someofthemostcommonhomerepairprojectsrelatedtodrywall,plumbing and electrical systems. Save $$ on simple repair costs while boostingconfidencetotakeonsimpleprojectsbyyourself.Allclasseswillfocusonbuildingthebasichomeownertoolboxandanemphasison safety practices. Register for one or all individual classes.

drywall Repair and PaintDrywall topics will include repair of popped nails, cracks, dents, gashes,smallandlargeholes,andwaterdamagedareas.Paintingandfinishing of damaged areas will also be discussed.

• Course #: OSH 001 RVReg. Code: 4160 6/11Saturday, 9:00-Noon 1 SessionBELLSCHOOLROADCENTER Room002Robert Mirgain $35

home electrical Maintenance and RepairElectricalprojectswillincluderewiringandreplacingthelampsocketof an old table lamp, changing switches or outlets, proper use of extensioncords,electricityandsafety.

• Course #: OSH 015 RVReg. Code: 4161 6/18Saturday, 9:00-Noon 1 SessionBELLSCHOOLROAD Room003Robert Mirgain $35

home Plumbing and RepairPlumbingtopicsincludehowhomeplumbingworksasafirststeptowardsdoingroutinemaintenance.Projectswillincludefixingleakysink faucets, installing new lavatory or kitchen faucets, cleaning and adjustingpop-upsinkdrain,removingandcleaningasinkdraintrap,andmakingadjustmentsorreplacementofpartstoaddressthenumer-ous common toilet problems.

• Course #: OSH 020 RVReg. Code: 4816 6/25Saturday, 9:00-Noon 1 SessionBELLSCHOOLROADCENTER Room004Robert Mirgain $35

ePa Refrigerant handling Certifica-tion--U.s. ePa approved Refrigerant handling seminar With Certification(.5Credits)Thiscourseisatwo-sessionpreparationfortheEPARefriger-antHandlingExamforstationaryrefrigerationandairconditioningequip-mentandwillcoverTypesI,II,andIII.Thiscoursewillmeetworkercerti-fication requirements, and demonstrate how and why to use capture and recovery equipment. Students will review rules and regulations regarding Freon handling, learn how to properly service equipment, learn to use recovery equipment and discuss refrigerant types and basic refrigeration asitappliestothetestandsafetyissues.TheEPA-approvedexamwillbegivenatthethirdsession.Youmustpasstheexamtoreceiverefrigeranthandling certification. Anyone who vents Freon into the atmosphere will require certification training to be in compliance with the Federal Clean Air Act including line workers, service technicians, production personnel, union members, supervisors, managers and owners.

• Course #: MEC 056 BLLReg Code: 4136 6/15-6/29Wednesdays, 6:00-9:00 pm 3 SessionsBELLSCHOOLROADCTR Room002Stuart Berg $90

ePa Certification - Test OnlyThisisthethirdsessionoftheEPACertificationPreparationcourse.Ifyou are registered for OST 006, you are automatically registered for theexam.Thisistheexamonly,anddoesnotincludecourseorstudyguide.IfyoualreadyhaveanEPAcardbutwanttotakeanadditionalpartoftheexam,pleasebringyourcurrentEPAcardtotheexam.

• Course #: OST 007 BLLReg Code: 4766 6/29Wednesday, 6:00-9:00 pm 1 SessionBELLSCHOOLROADCTR Room002Proctor $30

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Automation Skills (CNC )Training for Machine Toolingautomation skills CnC Technician Certificate #6116This non-transfer certificate provides entry-level training and develops job-skillsforsophisticatedcomputernumericalcontrol(CNC)machinetools with emphasis on safety, productivity and quality. The certificate programconsistsofaseriesofsixclassestaughtbyindustryprofes-sionals. Graduates are prepared to perform tasks in a manufacturing production environment related to CNC machine setup and operation/programming. All courses in this certificate program are continuing education credit (2.5 Credits each). A certificate may be acquired after successfulcompletionofsixcorecoursesforaminimumof15credithours (216 hours). Students who successfully pass all 6 courses will receive a voucher for $75 to cover the cost of one Machining Level 1NIMScredential(CNCTurningorMilling:ProgrammingSetup&Operation).

Mini-Certificate: CnC Technician Certificate #6116AUT 005 Blueprint Reading and Measurement AUT 010 CNC Lathes – Setup and Operation AUT 012 CNC Mills – Setup and Operation AUT014CNCLatheProgrammingAUT016CNCMillsProgrammingAUT029IntroductiontoCuttingTools

For more information, call stan McCord at (815)921-3064.

Formoreinformation,ortoregisterfortheNIMSCertificationcallStan McCord at (815) 921-3064

national Institute for Metalworking standards (nIMs) CredentialRock Valley College now offers credentialing in various topic areas forCNCmachiniststhroughtheNationalInstituteforMetalworkingStandards(NIMS).TheNIMScredentialisanationallyrecognizedperformance based certification. Students registering for the CNC Setup and Operation courses may elect to be certified while taking the courses. This credential is available for students who have previously finished the CNC Setup and Operation courses, or those who have previously attended RVC, CNC courses or any current CNC machinist. StudentswishingtocompletetheNIMSMachiningLevel1credential(various topic areas) while attending the Automation Skills CNC courses, may purchase the certification package from the RVC book-store (see below). The package consists of the credentialing report and all required fees for registration and testing. This is a separate fee from the course fees. The online test will be taken at the conclusion of the class.

Credentialing Course for Current CnC Machinists(.5 credits) Credentialing is also available for students who have previously finished the CNC Setup and Operation courses, or any CNC machinistwhowishestosatisfytheNIMScredentialandtaketheonlineNIMSexam.Thecredentialconsistsofthetasksthatallma-chinists encounter while setting up and running through an unproven program. These tasks must be completed for three setups and then theonlineexammaybetaken.Thiscourseconsistsof12hoursoflabtimetoperformthesetupsrequiredandcompletetheonlineexam.Enrolleesmustmeetwiththeinstructortoselectlabtimes.StudentswhowishtoenrollinNIMScredentialingcoursemaypurchasetherequired materials package from the RVC bookstore. The credential package is a separate fee from the course fee.AUT 036 RV (CNC Lathes Operator)– Cost $75AUT 038 RV (CNC Mills Operator) –- Cost $75

nIMs Credentialing Packages available at the Rock Valley College Bookstore:PacketAincludesoneLifetimeenrollmentfeeplustwoLevel1NIMSexamsofthestudentschoice-$128PacketBincludestwoLevel1NIMSexamsofthestudentschoice(forstudentstakingmorethantwoexams)-$75For more information: call Stan McCord at (815) 921-3064; To register fortheNIMSCredentialingcourse:call815-921-3900.

Basic Blueprint Reading and Measurement(2.5 Credits) This course is a combination of blueprint reading and measurement to give you a better understanding of the tools needed in manufacturing. This course is strongly recommended for students withlittleornoshopexperience.

• Course #: AUT 005 RVReg Code: 4823 6/8-8/3Wednesdays, 8:00-11:50 am 9 SessionsRVCWOODWARDTECHCTR RoomG06FredPenington $226

Introduction to autoCad for Industry(2.5Credits)IntroductiontoAutoCADprovidesbasicknowledgeandapplication of AutoCAD software for computer-aided mechanical design, including commands and techniques necessary to produce a drawing. This course is specifically designed for students of industry ortradeswithlittleornopreviousCADexperience,intendedforstudents developing AutoCAD skills and not currently pursuing an AAS degree in AMT, BCT, or CDT. No class 7/4, 7/2.

• Course #: AUT 060 RVReg Code: 3986 6/13-7/13MW, 6:00-10:00 pm 9 SessionsRVCWOODWARDTECHCTR RoomG07FredPenington $226

• Course #: AUT 060 RV2Reg Code: 4824 6/18-8/20Saturday, 8:00 am-Noon 9 SessionsRVCWOODWARDTECHCTR RoomG07FredPenington $226

CNC Skills Training for Machine Tooling - OnlineMasterTask™ Online Training for CnC Machines www.Mastertask.com

Rock Valley College in partnership with MasterTask™ is offering on-line training for manufacturing environments. The MasterTask™ 100%solutionprovidesasystematicapproachthatiseasytousetoachieve“lean”goals.Reportsshowitwilldevelopnewpeopleinlesstimetohigherlevelsofperformanceandcutcostsbyimprovingexist-ing personnel creating faster setups, higher quality, longer tool life, fewer crashes, less machinery repair, and better employee attitudes. Simulation-based CNC courses: By selecting from popular models ofFanuc,Haas,MazakorOkumaCNCcontrols,you’lllearnboththebasics and the specifics of your machinery. You practice on realistic computer simulations of your CNC Turning Centers, CNC Lathes, and CNC Machining Centers without tying up production machinery or other operators. and if you make a mistake, you won’t have scrap, damaged tools or downtime.Courses are offered in an open-entry format – students have one year to complete all modules in each of the three courses. The course manual will be mailed to you once your registration is received. For more information on course content or to set up an optional hands-on, open lab practice time, call Stan McCord, (815) 921-3064.Once you register, you will be contacted with your password and instructions. For complete course outline, course simulations, etc, visit www.Mastertask.com. Call (815) 921-3900 to register/pay for your class and provide us with your e-mail address.

Precision Measurement for Ma-chinists - (Modules 1-47)(2.5Credits)Powerfulsimulationsallowstudentstolearnhowtomeasure with accuracy on 35 instruments from steel rulers to CMMs. Students may choose inch, metric or both systems of measurement when registering for this course. 47 instructional modules cover every-thing from shop math, print reading, and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance. Course manual included.Cost: $199Call (815) 921-3900 to register

Mastering CnC Machining Centers - (Units 1-5)(2.5Credits)Inadditiontothebasics,studentslearnfromsimula-tionsofthejobtasksonthepopularmodelsofFanuc,Haas,Okuma,and Mazak CNC controls. Cut costs for your local shops by improving existingmachinistsordevelopnewsetupoperatorstohigherlevelsofskill with this proven courseware. 141 instructional sections to select fromprovidebothCoreconceptsandSpecificInstructiononthemostcommon CNC control models. Students can learn both G code and conversational programming. Course manual included.Cost: $199Call (815) 921-3900 to register

Mastering CnC lathes - (Units 1-5)(2.5Credits)Inadditiontothebasics,studentslearnfromsimula-tionsofthejobtasksonthepopularmodelsofFanuc,Haas,Okuma,or Mazak CNC controls. Cut costs for your local shops by improving existingmachinistsordevelopnewsetupoperatorstohigherlevelsofskill with this proven courseware. 106 instructional modules to select fromprovidebothCoreconceptsandSpecificInstructiononthemostcommon CNC control models, with more on the way. Students learn both G code and conversational programming techniques. Course manual included.Cost: $199Call (815) 921-3900 to register

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Industrial Blueprint Reading & Precision Measuring Instruments(1 Credit) This workshop will give an understanding of reading blue-prints and measuring instruments. A training workbook and various instructional and problem-solving materials are included. You will learn: fundamentals required to interpret industrial, drawings for di-mensions,tolerances,toviewrelationships,sections,surfacetextureand other pertinent data, basic math review, drawing interpretation andmulti-viewprojection.PurchasetextatRVCBookstore.

• Course #: TEC 034 RVReg Code: 4822 6/14-7/5Tuesdays, 5:30-9:30 pm 4 SessionsRVCSTENSTROMCTR Room337James Orr $135

geometric dimensioning and Tolerancing (gd and T)(1 Credit) For engineers, managers, designers, CAD/draft persons, supervisors, quality control and other industrial personnel who are involved with the origination or interpretation of industrial drawings. You will learn: fundamental concepts, datums, form, orientation, run-out, profile and location tolerances, principle changes from 1982 STD. Prerequisite:BlueprintReadingorconsentofinstructor.Purchasetextat RVC Bookstore.

• Course #: TEC 036 RVReg Code: 4172 7/12-8/2Tuesdays, 5:30-9:30 pm 4 SessionsRVCSTENSTROMCTR Room169James Orr $135

Integrated systems Technology ProgramWhatisIntegratedSystemsTechnology?TheISTprogramcross-trainsindividuals in electrical, electronic and mechanical systems. Students acquire entry-level knowledge of operating, troubleshooting and maintaining the high-tech equipment found in today’s manufacturing environments. Topics covered include electricity, programmable logic controllers(PLC),pneumatics,hydraulicsandmechanicalsystems.Thisapproach allows students to develop skills in multiple areas, rather thanonespecificskill.FormoreinformationontheISTprogram,callJohn Jamont at (815) 921-3026.

Intro to Control Panel Wiring(2 Credits) This course provides a formal discussion about the procedures and processes necessary to wire electrical control panels containing electrical equipment operating at different voltages. Topics studied include panel types determining number of wires needed wire color coding wire termination wire splicing and bundling methods. PREREQUISITE:IST004(Noclass7/4,7/6)

•Course #: IST 005 RVReg Code: 4793 6/6-8/3MW, 5:30-7:30 pm 8 WeeksRVCSTENSTROMCENTER Room437John Jamont $181

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leed green associate TrainingPreparefortheU.S.GreenBuildingCouncil’s(USGBC)LeadershipinEnergyandEnvironmentalDesign(LEED)GreenAssociatesExam.Earnyourcertificateforexameligibilitywhilelearningcoregreenconcepts and strategies essential to a basic understanding of the USGBC’sLEEDgreenbuildingcertificationsystem.ThisclasscoversthekeycomponentsoftheLEEDratingsystem,thecertificationprocess, general intents and concepts of credit categories with a closer look at individual credit requirements and incentives, strategies, and benchmarks for achieving certification. This is for those new to LEEDaswellasthosestudyingfortheGreenAssociatesExamorwhosimplywouldlikemoreknowledgeoftheUSGBCandLEED,themostestablished green building certification system in use today. Class fee doesnotincludecostofbooks,studymaterialsorexam.

• Course #: EET 014 ECCReg. Code: 4811 6/22 & 6/23TW, 6:00-9:30 pm 2 SessionsELGINCOMMUNITYCOLLEGE TBA1700SpartanDr.,ElginLocalGreenConnect,KathleenHaerr $279

green advantage Certification(1 Credit) This certification, developed by Green advantage is a nationally recognized environmental certification designed to certify construction practitioners, contractors, sub-contractors, trade people, managers,superintendents,foremenandprojectmanagers.Itcoversthe core concepts of building sustainability and is complimentary to theLEEDaccreditation.Itteacheshowtointegrategreenpracticesand strategies into the construction process to lighten the impact on the environment and improve the health of construction workers and building occupants. Upon completion of the class students are ready tositforanopenbookgreenadvantagecertificationexamforalllevels of commercial or residential construction. One-half hour lunch on own will be provided.

• Course #: EET 028 ECCReg Code: 4812 6/13-6/16MTWTh, 6:00-9:30 pm 2 SessionsELGINCOMMUNITYCOLLEGE TBA1700SpartanDrElginLocalGreenConnect,KathleenHaerr $449

Paperless green Business(1 Credit) Businesses that consume fewer resources incur lower costs. Going green is as good for the bottom line as it is for environment. Learn practical steps to create a sustainable work environment, reduce resource consumption, streamline waste management, green your information technology and more that are significant changes that will result in measurable savings.

• Course #: EET 012 ECCReg Code: 4810 6/23Thursday, 6:00-8:30 pm 1 SessionELGINCOMMUNITYCOLLEGE ICT1161700SpartanDrElginLocalGreenConnect,KathleenHaerr $49

sustainable lifestyles ProgramJoinDrs.RobertandSoniaVogl,foundersandofficersoftheIREAandcoordinatorsoftheannualRenewableEnergyandSustainableLifestyleFairastheyexplainhowsustainablelifestylescanbeusedinyourhomeorbusiness.Theyhave3.2kWofPVanda1kWwindgenerator at their home. Forty acres of their 180 acre home farm are in ecological restorations and they are active in preserving natural areas. TheyareretiredprofessorsfromNorthernIllinoisUniversity.

small Wind generators for homeownersHaveyoueverwonderedifyoucouldsavemoneyonelectricitybyinstalling a small wind generator at your home? Learn what wind energy is, how it works and what it can do for you. We will discuss components of wind generators, tower height, and how to choose a site for the tower, as well as current legislation and zoning of wind towers. Bring one of your electric bills, a notepad, and a calculator to determine the savings on a typical month’s performance of a wind tower versus your current source of electricity

• Course #: OSH 028 RVReg. Code: 4787 7/5Tuesday, 6:00-8:30 pm 1 SessionRVCWOODWARDTECHCTR Room270Drs.RobertandSoniaVogl,PhDs $35

Basics of solar electricityDue to the growing demand for clean sources of energy, the use of solarcellstoconvertsunlightintoelectricityhasexpandeddramati-callyinrecentyears.ComelearnthebasicsofPhotovoltaic’s(PV)alsoknownassolarenergy,asDr.Vogelexplainswhatitis,howitworks and the advantages of a solar system. The cost of installation ofPVsystemaswellassourcesoffinancialassistancewillalsobediscussed.Ifyouarethinkingaboutusingthesun’senergyasasourceof electricity in your home, this class is a great place to get started.


solar hot Water systemsSolar water heaters can be a cost effective way to generate hot water for all of your home needs. Best of all the fuel used by the system is sunshine and it’s free. Learn how solar hot water systems work, the components of a typical system, advantages, costs associated with installation, and savings.


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efficient solar homesDocumented building performance studies have shown that an efficient solar home uses a fraction of the energy as a similar-sized homeofstandardconstruction.Heatisstoredinthethermalmassduring the day and released into the living space at night. Coupled with super insulation, this re-radiation of collected heat can maintain a comfortable temperature during cool nights. Learn all about these earth friendly and energy efficient homes.


energy Options after Peak OilAs global oil supplies decline, our economy and way of life will also change.Thiscoursewillexplorepeakoil,howitwillimpactourlivesand the energy options available to us. The class will combine lecture and discussion.

• Course #: OSH 034 RV2Reg. Code: 4791 8/2Tuesday, 6:00-8:30 pm 1 SessionRVCWOODWARDTECHCTR Room270Drs.RobertandSoniaVogl,PhDs $35

Ed2Go (formerly Gatlin Educational Services) Sustainable Energy and Going Green CoursesThousandsofnew“greenjobs”areexpectedtobecreatedintheUSmakingnowtheperfecttimetolearntheskillsneededtogetajobinthisexcitingindustry.

For detailed descriptions of any of these classes go to: www.gatlineducation.com/rvc

BiofuelProductionOperations $2,595 400hrsBuildingAnalystQuickStartProgram (BP;BACertification $1,195 60hrsCertifiedGreenSupplyChainProfessional $1,595 60hrsCertifiedIndoorAirQualityManager $795 16hrsCertifiedIndoorEnvironmentalist $895 32hrsNaturalGasPlantOperation $2,695 400hrsPerformingComprehensiveBuilding Assessments $695 30 hrsPrinciplesofGreenBuildings $595 30hrsSeniorCertifiedSustainabilityProfessional $2,495 110hrsSolarPowerProfessional $1,695 120hrsWindEnergyApprentice $2,195 240hrs

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