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Warren Forest Higher Education Council Register Early! Office hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Call 814-723-3222 Your access to lifelong learning at www.hi-ed.org Programs to fit your budget, your schedule, your life … College Degrees 4-6, 10, 12-15, 25 Job Skills Training 8, 11, 16-17, 26-31 GED & Diploma Program 21-23 School to Work 24 Personal Enrichment 6-7, 18-19, 29 Watercolor Boot Camp by Award-winning Artist January to May 2011 Schedule Spring NEW CDL Trainings The Pedicure”

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Warren Forest Higher Education Council

Register Early!

Office hours:Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Call 814-723-3222

Your access to lifelong learning at www.hi-ed.org

Programs to fit your budget, your schedule, your life …

College Degrees 4-6, 10, 12-15, 25

Job Skills Training 8, 11, 16-17, 26-31

GED & Diploma Program 21-23

School to Work 24

Personal Enrichment 6-7, 18-19, 29

Watercolor Boot Camp

by Award-winning

Artist

January to May

2011

ScheduleSpring

NEWCDL

Trainings

“The Pedicure”

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Call Today! 814-723-3222or visit us online at

www.hi-ed.org

Staff – Joan Stitzinger, Executive Director Donna Smith, Program ManagerJohn Lasher, School to Work CoordinatorBeverly Whited, Communications SpecialistCathy McCorrison, Secretary-ReceptionistPeggy Haslet, Evening Staff Assistant

2010-2011 Board of Directors – William Gallagher, Chair Alice Pedersen, Vice-ChairRobert Kaemmerer, Treasurer Dr. John Sechriest, Secretary Daniel Blair, Robert Crowley, John Kersey, Amanda Hetrick, Gregory LaRocca, Dru Schoenborn and Dr. Robert Terrill

Please register early to assure a seat in the class you wish to enroll!

You will not be registered for a class until payment is received. Minimum enrollment must be met before the class can run. Students will be notified by phone or mail, if the class is cancelled. Hi-Ed reserves the right to withdraw, cancel, reschedule, or modify any course or program of study.

Driving South from New York – Turn left on to the Warren State Hospital Grounds at the traffic light in front of the Warren Commons / Warren State Hospital entrances. At the three-way stop on Hospital Drive, turn left and continue to the *Curwen Building.Driving North from Warren – Turn right on to the Warren State Hospital Grounds at the traffic light in front of the Warren Commons / Warren State Hospital entrances. At the three way stop, turn left on to Hospital Drive and continue to the *Curwen Building.

*Curwen Building – Traveling north on Hospital Drive, Curwen is the fourth building on the left. Hi-Ed parking and entrance are located on the upper side, north of the building.

Directions to Hi-Ed from Route 62

Warren Forest Higher Education Council The College and University Center in Warren

Hi-Ed is located on the Warren State Hospital Grounds, 2nd Floor, Curwen Building, 185 Hospital Drive, Warren, PA 16365

Office Hours: January-May Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Course Catalog: Published three times an academic year, fall, spring and summer.Issue 2 – January-May 2011

Quick L kelcome …WHi-Ed Spring 2011 Schedule

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Quick L kContentsHere’s a quick look at the course offerings provided through Warren Forest Hi-Ed Council – College & University CenterJamestown Community College ..... 4-9 General Information ..................................4 Daytime Credit Courses ..........................5 College Keyboarding ................................5 English Composition I ..............................5 English Composition II .............................5 Intro to Sociology .......................................5 Master Student ...........................................5 Medical Terminology ................................5 Microcomputer Applications I ................5 Public Speaking .........................................5 Student Success ..........................................5 Evening Credit Courses ....................... 5-6 Anatomy & Physiology II .........................5 Elementary Algebra...................................5 English Composition II .............................5 General Psychology I ................................6 Intro to Human Services ...........................5 Life Span Development ............................6 Problem Solving with Mathematics ........6 Community Courses ............................ 6-7 JCC Community Registration Form ...........9 JCC PrimeTime Series ......................... 6-7 Seldom Seen ...............................................6 Cross-Country Skiing for Beginners .......7 What You May Not Know About the Seneca Nation ..........................................7 Snow Shoeing for Beginners ....................7 Storytelling as a Way to Preserve Memories ...7 Warren County-The Pre-Industrial Era ....7 Introduction to Kayaking .........................7 Introduction to Canoeing .........................7 Job Skills Training ...................................8 Phlebotomy ................................................8 $Money–Earn, Spend, Invest! ..................8 At Journey’s End: Coping, Caring and Interventions for Alzheimer’s Patients .........8Gannon University ................................10 Master of Business Administration ......10 Managerial Accounting Organizational Behavior Master of Education Curriculum and Instruction ..................10 Educational Leadership Learning TheoryUniversity of Pittsburgh, Bradford .....11 Customized Training

BC3 Upper Allegheny ..................... 12-13 Online Classes .........................................13 Business Math Human Resource Management Intro to Business English I Health Science General PsychologyWilkes University ...................................14 Master of Science in Education Development & Strategies ....................14 Integrating Technology into the CurriculumPerformance Learning Systems® .......14 Classroom Management: Orchestrating A Community of Learners®

Houghton College P.A.C.E..................15Warren Forest Hi-Ed Council ... 2, 16--24 General Information ..................................2 Registration Form ....................................20 Job Skills Training ........................... 16-17 Excel I, II, III..............................................16 QuickBooks I, II .......................................16 Windows ...................................................16 Word I, II ...................................................16 Auto Inspection ........................................17 Basic Auto Mechanics ..............................17 Home Repair ............................................17 Public Speaking .......................................17 Welding .....................................................17 Personal Enrichment ........................ 18-19 Creative Writing ......................................18 CSI-Warren ...............................................18 How to Buy and Sell on eBay ................18 Internet Marketing ..................................18 My Big Fat Greek Cooking Class ..........18 SAT Prep for high school students ........18 Watercolor Boot Camp ............................19 GED & Diploma Program ............... 21-23 School to Work ........................................24Intermediate Unit #5 ..............................21 GED Preparation and Skill ReviewSt. Bonaventure University .................25 Dual Enrollment ProgramVenango Technology Center ..............26 Practical Nursing ProgramManufacturer & Business Association....27 Leadership for Team Leaders SeriesErie Institute of Technology ...............28 Customized TrainingTransport Tech .........................................28 CDL Training Rough Terrain CDL TrainingOnline Courses ...................................... 29-32 Ed2Go Courses ......................................31-32 Certificate Programs ...................................31 PA Real Estate Careers ...............................29

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Financial Information: (Credit Courses Only)

Advisement and Registration: Academic and career counseling is available Wednesday by appointment with evening hours once a month. Call 723-3577 to schedule.

Tuition: *Non-N.Y. State residents, plus fees.Full-time: $3,720* per semesterPart-time: $281* per credit hourTechnology Fee: $5 per credit hour per semester.

Tuition Refund Policy:Refunds are based on the date withdrawal forms are completed and filed with the Registrar’s office. First-time students receiving Title IV financial assistance will be refunded according to the Higher Education Amendments Act of 1992.

Textbook Sales:Textbooks can be purchased at Jamestown Community College main campus book store or online at http://campusstore.sunyjcc.edu

Financial Aid: Financial aid is available to eligible students who plan to enroll in three or more credit hours through PELL, a federal program and through the Warren Forest Hi-Ed scholarship. Pennsylvania students attending Warren and Jamestown campuses are also eligible for PHEAA funds. FAFSA applications are to be completed online at www.fafsa.ed.gov.Valid Master Card, Visa, and Discover cards are accepted for payment of all classes.The college reserves the right to make, at any time, any changes it deems advisable in the tuition, fees, or policies listed.

Warren Center InformationClasses begin: January 18, 2011Classes end: May 16, 2011Final exams: May 17-19, 2011

A Special Advisement Orientation session will be conducted for first time, full-time spring semester students from 8:30 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. on January 12 atthe JCC Warren Center. Pre-registrationis required. For more information,call (814) 723-3577.

Holidays: (no classes) President’s Day: February 21-22 Spring Recess: March 24-April 3 College Holiday: April 22

Placement test dates: November 9 5:30 p.m. November 15 9:30 a.m. December 9 9:30 a.m. January 5 5:30 p.m. January 10 9:30 a.m. February 16 9:30 a.m. Office Hours: Monday-Thursday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

For more information: call(814) 723-3577

or, visit our Web site at: http:/www.sunyjcc.edu

Toll Free:(All N.Y. locations and offices)

1-800-388-8557Placement Testing: All students are required to take the English and math placement assessment before registering for classes. Exceptions will be made for those students having credits in English and math or those students with college degrees. For information on testing dates, call 814-723-3577, or visit our Web site at www.sunyjcc.edu/placementtesting.

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Jamestown Community College Warren Center

Hi-Ed Spring 2011 Schedule

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MOT 1410: Medical TerminologyCRN: 5247, 3-credit hoursWednesday3:30-6:15 p.m.Instructor: Robin GilesThis course is taught via Interactive TV technology between Jamestown and Warren Center

SOC 1510: Intro to SociologyCRN: 5133, 3-credit hoursTuesday/Thursday1:15-2:30 p.m.Instructor: Siby Thomas

EVENING OFFERINGSBIO 2520: Anatomy & Physiology IICRN: 5130, 4-credit hoursMonday 6:00-8:45 p.m.Instructor: Joanne HitchcockStudents must also register for CERB 2520, BIO 2520 review session

CERB 2520:Anatomy & Physiology IIReview SessionCRN: 5250 Monday 5:00-5:50 p.m.Instructor: Joanne Hitchcock

ENG 1530: English Composition IICRN: 5147, 3-credit hoursWednesday 6:00-8:45 p.m.Instructor: Keith Trohoske

HUS 1210: Intro to Human ServicesCRN: 5232, 3-credit hoursMonday6:30-9:15 p.m.Instructor: Sarah GoebelThis course is taught via Interactive TV technology between Jamestown and Warren Center

MAT 0500: Elementary AlgebraCRN: 3542, 3-imputed creditsTuesday6:00-8:45 p.m.Instructor: Jamie Sposato

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Jamestown Community CollegeWarren CenterCredit CoursesRefer to the JCC Web site or Master Schedule for prerequisite information and course descriptions.

DAYTIME OFFERINGS

BUS 1220: College KeyboardingCRN: 5152, 3-credit hoursMonday/Wednesday11:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m. Instructor: Staff

CMM 1610: Public SpeakingCRN: 5205, 3-credit hoursTuesday/Thursday11:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m. Instructor: Dan Soderberg

CSC 1560: Microcomputer Applications ICRN: 4425, 4-credit hoursMonday/Wednesday1:15-2:55 p.m.Instructor: Jean McGowan

ENG 1510: English Composition ICRN: 3808, 3-credit hoursTuesday/Thursday8:30-9:45 a.m. Instructor: Karen Weyant

ENG 1530: English Composition IICRN: 3809, 3-credit hoursTuesday/Thursday10:00-11:15 a.m. Instructor: Karen Weyant

INT 1500: Master StudentCRN: 5100, 2-credit hoursFebruary 28-May 16Monday/Wednesday10:00-11:15 a.m.Instructor: Debra Young

INT 1520: Student Success SeminarCRN: 5099, 1-credit hourJanuary 19-February 23Monday/Wednesday10:00-11:15 a.m.Instructor: Debra Young

See more “Evening Offerings” on page 6

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CANCELLATION POLICY: No shows without cancellation notification are subject to the full registration fee. Cancellations three (3) business days or more prior to class date will receive full refunds. Cancellations less than three (3) business days prior to class date will receive a credit towards another registration.Please note: Tuition costs include lab fees and any instructional materials. Payment is required upon registration.

JCC PrimeTimeSeries

JCC PrimeTime is a series of educationaland recreational opportunities presented by the Warren Center of Jamestown CommunityCollege in cooperation with at the new *Allegheny Community Center (ACC).

*All classes will meet at the TAWC Building, 2nd Floor, 42 Clark Street, Warren, Pa., unless otherwise noted. No tuition waivers.

CRN: 5292Seldom Seen$10, 1.5-hours January 19, Wednesday1:00-2:30 p.m.Instructor: Michelle GrayThe Struthers-Wetmore-Shimmelfeng house is located at 210 Fourth Avenue in Warren. It is Italian Renaissance style and was completed in 1873. The seldom seen tour includes a visit to the servants’ quarters, Tommy Struthers’ nursery, and the archives where you will see special artifacts not usually visible to the public. This class will meet at the Warren County Historical Society.

Jamestown Community CollegeWarren CenterCredit CoursesRefer to the JCC Web site or Master Schedule for prerequisite information and course descriptions.

Community Courses

Learning for LifeCall the JCC Warren Center at 814-723-3577, for more information or to register. You will not be registered for a class until payment is received. Minimum enrollment must be met before class can run. Students will be notified by phone if class is cancelled. JCC reserves the right to withdraw, cancel, reschedule, or modify any course or program of study.

Register Early!814-723-3577

Visit us online atwww.sunyjcc.edu

for more information.

New NameNew LocationNew Classes

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EVENING OFFERINGSContinued from page 5

MAT 1500: Problem Solving with MathematicsCRN: 3683, 3-credit hoursTuesday6:00-8:45 p.m.Instructor: Michael McIntyre

PSY 1510: General Psychology I CRN: 5249, 3-credit hoursThursday 6:00-8:45 p.m.Instructor: Joshua Zeiders-Weber

PSY 2510: Life Span DevelopmentCRN: 3177, 3-credit hoursThursday 6:00-8:45 p.m.Instructor: Charles Jaynes

See “Community Courses” on page 7

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NEWCRN: 5293Cross Country Skiing for Beginners$35, includes equipment, 4-hoursLecture meets at ACC*February 1, Tuesday, 1:00-3:00 p.m.Trip-Location to be announcedFebruary 3, Thursday, 1:00-3:00 p.m.Instructor: Allegheny Outfitters Staff Learn the history, required equipment and attire, orientation and technique, and locations for enjoying this winter activity. Lecture is at ACC* with a 2-hour trip to test your skills at a location to be announced. In the event we have no snow, the trip will be rescheduled. Class minimum is 10.

CRN: 5294 What You May Not Know About the Seneca Nation$7, 1.5 hoursFebruary 16, Wednesday, 1:00-2:30 p.m.Instructor: Alex WatkinsLearn about the culture, tradition, and life of the Seneca Indian and their impact on society today. CRN: 5295Snow Shoeing for Beginners $35 (includes equipment),4-hours Lecture meets at ACC*February 15, Tuesday, 1:00-3:00 p.m.Trip-Location to be announcedFebruary 17, Thursday1:00-3:00 p.m.Instructor: Allegheny Outfitters Staff Learn the history, required equipment and attire, orientation and technique, basic map and compass skills, and locations for enjoying this winter activity. Lecture is at ACC* with a 2-hour trip to test your skills at a location to be announced. In the event we have no snow, the trip will be rescheduled. Class minimum is 10.

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CRN: 5296Storytelling as a Way to Preserve Memories$7, 1.5-hours.March 16 16, Wednesday1:00-2:30 p.m.Instructor: Mark DavisIllustrates how to tell the story of your ancestors through “living history characters.”

CRN: 5297Warren County –The Pre-Industrial Era$7, 1.5-hours.April 20, Wednesday1:00-2:30 p.m.Instructor: Cindy DeChanoRelive the history of businesses, people and places during the 19th and early 20th century.

CRN: 5298Introduction to Kayaking $35, includes equipment, 4-hoursLecture meets at ACC*May 3, Tuesday1:00-3:00 p.m.Trip-Meeting place to be announcedMay 5, Thursday1:00-3:00 p.m.Instructor: Allegheny Outfitters Staff Learn about kayak features, selection, paddle stroke techniques, safety, and equipment. Lecture is at ACC* with a 2-hour trip on the Allegheny River to test your skills. Class minimum is 10.

CRN: 5299Introduction to Canoeing$35, includes equipment, 4-hoursLecture meets at ACC*May 10, Tuesday1:00-3:00 p.m.Trip-Meeting place to be announcedMay 12, Thursday1:00-3:00 p.m.Instructor: Allegheny Outfitters StaffLearn about canoe features, selection, paddle stroke techniques, safety, and equipment. Lecture is at ACC* with a 2-hour trip on the Allegheny River to test your skills. Class minimum is 10.

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CRN: 5268Phlebotomy$800, 100-hoursMonday/WednesdayJanuary 19–May 258:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.Instructor: Donald VicaryThe focus of this course is to prepare students for a phlebotomy career within a hospital, blood donor center, doctor’s office, as well as other institutions. The course will cover necessary skills to bea phlebotomist; blood collection, specimen processing and storage, professionalism in a clinical setting, public speaking and communication skills, clerical and courier as well as reception and other duties. Lectures based on current, relevant phlebotomy procedures will be combined with hands-on laboratory practices, and a clinical rotation at a local hospital at the end of the course. Students must have a minimum of a high school diploma or GED, and an updated immunization record to participate in classes and clinical rotations. Lab coat and professional attire required. Price includes book. Payment is due at the time of registration. Maximum 20 students.

CRN: 5300$ Money – Earn, Spend, Invest!$69, 24-hoursFebruary 5, 19, March 5, 19, April 2, 16,30, May 14, Saturday8:30-11:30 a.m.Instructor: Bruce Williams, MBAThis interactive course will teach participants how to build and preserve wealth. Topics include inflation, time valueof money, budgets, debt, spending habits,bank services, credit, investment in stocks, bonds, mutual and index funds, real estate, risk, insurance, taxation, collegeplanning, retirement, and estate planning.Participants will learn how to analyze decisions using financial calculators (provided) and “what if” scenarios. This course is based on concepts from the book “The Millionaire Next Door” and others written by Thomas J. Stanley. No prerequisite knowledge is required to attend this course.

CRN: 5301At Journey’s End: Coping, Caring, and Interventions for Alzheimer’s Patients$5, 2-hoursApril 21, Thursday6:30-8:30 p.m.Instructor: Kristen Bires, Alzheimer’s Association Greater PA ChapterIdentifies strategies to deal with guilt, grief, and end of life care.

Job Skills Training

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JCC Registration FormRegister early! Your registration could make a difference.

TO CANCEL: You may cancel your registration three (3) days prior to each program (unless otherwise noted) and receive a full refund. No-shows are subject to the full registration fee. Substitutions accepted at any time. JCC reserves the right to cancel or postpone any course or activity due to insufficient enrollment.

Bring or mail this registration to: JCC Warren Center 185 Hospital Drive Curwen Building Warren, PA 16365 Phone: (814) 723-3577 FAX: (814) 723-3951

Name _________________________________________________________________

Street Address___________________________________________ ____________

City/State __________________________________ Zip Code _______________

Telephone _____________________________________________________________

E-mail Address ________________________________________________________

Date of Birth* ______/ ______/ ______________, *required to process registration.

Please check the seminar(s) you plan to attend:q JCC PrimeTime Series q Seldom Seen $10 _____________ q Cross Country Skiing for Beginners $35 _____________ q What You May Not Know About the $7 _____________ Seneca Indians q Snowshoeing for Beginners $35 _____________ q Storytelling as a Way to Preserve $7 _____________ Memories q Warren County-the Pre-Industrial Era $7 _____________ q Introduction to Kayaking $35 _____________ q Introduction to Canoeing $35 _____________

q Phlebotomy $800 _____________ q $Money-Earn, Spend, Invest! $69 _____________

q At Journey’s End: Coping, Caring, and $5 _____________ Interventions for Alzheimer’s Patients

Total Amount _____________ Payment must accompany registration.Make checks payable to:Jamestown Community College

For personal security purposes, JCC has adopted a policy that we will no longer accept credit card payments via fax or mail. You are welcome to call (814) 723-3577, or stop by our office, if you are paying with a credit card. Thank you for your understanding.

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For more information, contact Office of Graduate Admissions

814-871-7474, or 1-800-GANNON-U

Gannon UniversityGraduate Courses

Visit us online at www.gannon.edu

Warren Cohort VIIIGEDU 503-8R Educational Leadership3-creditsSaturdayJanuary 8, 22, February 5, 19, March 58:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.Instructor: Dr. Terry HooverThis course is a study of the models ofleadership, issues of human development,communication, culture, trust, change,management and assessment of leadership.

GEDU 637-8R Learning Theory3-creditsSaturdayMarch 19, April 2, 16, 30, May 148:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.Instructor: Mr. Jim WortmanHuman learning processes, the nature and kinds of learning, factors that influence learning and major theories to explain learning.

Master of EducationCurriculum and Instruction

Master of Business Administration

Warren Cohort VI GMBA 601Managerial Accounting 3-credits ThursdayJanuary 6-March 105:30-9:00 p.m. at Hi-EdInstructor: Mr. Michael O’Neill, J.D.Prerequisite: GMBA 501A study of the accounting information utilized in the control and evaluation of managerial decision making. The focusis cost accumulation, cost allocation andcontrol. Critical attention is placed uponbudgeting, cost-volume-profit relationships,and variance analysis as they relate toproduction, working capital management, and marketing decisions.

GMBA 631Organizational Behavior-Theory3-credits ThursdayMarch 17-May 195:30-9:00 p.m. at Hi-EdInstructor: Dr. Tom ConklinPrerequisite: GMBA 531The course addresses the application of the behavioral sciences to management.The focus is on the analysis of structureand behavior in work organizations as well as classical organizational theory.

Believe in the possibilities

Hi-Ed Spring 2011 Schedule

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v LearningfromLeaders:Personality and Leadership stylesv TalentManagementv SolvingProblemsv MentoringEmployeestoSucceedv Listening:TheKeytoCommunicationsv Coaching:ForOutstandingPerformancev Discipline:ThePositiveApproachv ManagingandHandlingDifficultSituationsand PeopleintheWorkplacev Leadership:EmpoweringOthersv TeamBuilding:Howtobean EffectiveTeamPlayerv ThePowerofWorkingwithOthersv BasicSafetyTrainingv AchieveaTotallySafeWorkPlacebyEnhancing theCultureofSafety,alsoknownas

“BehaviorBasedSafetyv SupervisionSeries,multiplesessionswillbeneeded

• Understanding the role of the supervisor at your organization

• Interviewing and selecting the best candidate for a position

• Providing effective on-the-job training• Coaching employees for improved performance• Understanding how to create performance plans to

improve performance• Understanding the progressive discipline process• Motivating employees through personalized motivation

plans and techniques.

vMicrosoftOfficeApplications,Versions2003or2007• Word I, II, III• Excel I, II, III• Access I, II, III• PowerPoint I, II, III• Outlook I, II, III• Windows

For more information,contact:

Michael E. HackettWorkforce Training Coordinator

University ofPittsburgh at Bradford300 Campus DriveBradford, PA 16701

Phone:814-362-0254, or814-598-2933

E-mail: [email protected]

TrainingTitles• Professional instruction

• Complete most programs in 4-hours

• Deliverable to your site or at ours

• Portable 15-Station Laptop Lab available

• Course Description, Goals and Outline available for review

Offering Customized Training to meet your organizational needs.

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SPRING 2011 COURSE

Wilkes University is bringing its Master of Science in Educational Development and Strategies (EDS)and Classroom Technology programs to Warren.The EDS program is a 30-credit master’s degree that combines 18 credits of Wilkes core courses with 12 credits of courses taken through Performance Learning Systems (PLS). The ClassroomTechnology program is also 30 credits, requiring the

same 18 credits of Wilkes core courseswith 12 credits of online technology courses through Wilkes.

Tuition is $387 per credit plus a $70 facilities use fee per course. Tuition is due within 30 days after each course ends. No down payment or reimbursement form is required.

SPRING 2011 COURSEIntegrating Technology into the Curriculum, ED 585 Saturday, Jan. 22; Feb. 12, 26; Mar. 19; Apr. 16, 30 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.Instructor: Lisa FranklinThe course will present models of instructional design to provide a theoretical framework in the application and integration of microcomputer technology into the K-12 curriculum. Participants will develop a portfolio of computer-generated materials for their classroom.

For more information, please join us at our

Open HouseThursday, December 2

3:00– 4:30 p.m.Warren Forest Higher Education Council

185 Hospital Drive, Warren, PA

Classroom Management: Orchestrating A Community of Learners® ED5555:00–9:30 p.m.; Friday, March 25 and April 88:00 a.m.– 5:30 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, March 26-27; April 9-10Tuition for course $780, material fee $35Instructor: James Brinling; (814) 474-4508; [email protected] students are empowered to take responsibility for their own learning experiences, you are freed from constantly dealing with behavioral and organizational issues. Discover and practice skills for orchestrating classroom life and learning so that instruction flows smoothly, student misbehavior is minimized, and learning potential is maximized.

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Join us for an Information Session

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January 6, 2011February 3, 2011

at 6:00 p.m.in the Carnahan Center on the JCC Campus in

Jamestown, N.Y.

Call Today! 716-674-6363

1-888-874-7223, or visitwww.houghton.edu/pace

Now is the time tofinish yourbachelor degree.

Invest in yourself.

P.A.C.E. Adult Degree Completion Program

Complete your degree in as little as 17 months, without sacrificing your current job or quality time with your family. If you have about two years of college credit and are 23 years of age or older, P.A.C.E. (Program for Accelerating College Education) can put you on the fast track toward growing your career.

• An established and respected program from a nationally ranked institution.

• Attend class one evening per week, taking one course at a time.

• Finish your bachelor’s degree in as little as 17 months.

• Federal and State Financial Aid available to those who are eligible.

• Compete for the jobs you want.

• Don’t let your lack of a college degree hold back your plans for the future. Talk to a P.A.C.E. representative today. You can attend classes at the conveniently located Jamestown Community College in Jamestown, N.Y.

Classes start February 24, 2011

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Accounting 8-hours; $99, Monday/Wednesday,

6:00-8:00 p.m. at Hi-Ed.QuickBooks IJanuary 24, 26, 31, February 2Instructor: Rhonda Trimpey

Learn to manage bank accounts, inventory and accounts receivable.

QuickBooks IIFebruary 7, 9, 14, 16Instructor: Rhonda Trimpey

Learn accounts payable, create reports and payroll.

Hi-Ed Job Skills Training

Computer–EveningClasses at a slower pace.

Introduction WindowsFebruary 21, 23, 28, March 2Guide optional-$5Instructor: Marie Dahlgren

Learn the basic functions of a Windows operating system.

Word ProcessingWord IMarch 14, 16, 21, 23 Guide optional-$5Instructor: Marie Dahlgren

Discover how to be a more productive worker – learn the basic functions of Microsoft Word.

Word IIApril 11, 13, 18, 20Guide same as Level IInstructor: Marie Dahlgren

Learn to use advanced features –paragraph formatting; spelling and grammar checks; word count and replace features.

Spreadsheets Excel IMarch 28, 30, April 4, 6Guide optional-$5Instructor: Rhonda Trimpey

Gain a solid understanding of spreadsheet functions. Learn how to use the toolbars, and how to sort data.

Excel IIApril 25, 27, May 2, 4Guide same as Level IInstructor: Rhonda Trimpey

Learn how to use advanced cell formatting. Build worksheets with decision-making capabilities.

Computer–DaytimeFast, Effective, Convenient.

Spreadsheets8-hours; $99, Guide optional-$5,

guide same for all levels,Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. at Hi-Ed.

Excel IJanuary 28Instructor: Marie Dahlgren

Gain a solid understanding of spreadsheet functions.

Excel IIFebruary 25Instructor: Marie Dahlgren

Learn how to use advanced cell formatting. Build worksheets with decision-making capabilities.

Excel IIIMarch 25Instructor: Marie Dahlgren

Learn to write powerful formulas, using functions, sorting and analyzing data.

Computer–EveningClasses at a slower pace.

8-hours; $89,Monday/Wednesday 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Hi-Ed.

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Basic Auto MechanicsFebruary 1-1718-hours; $180Tuesday/Thursday at WCCC*5:30-8:30 p.m.Gary Bish

Introductory course covering the fundamentals of automotive servicing. Lab experiences in maintenance and service areas including light tune up, changing air filters and oil, and battery and electrical system.

Auto InspectionFebruary 22, 24, March 112-hours; $170Tuesday/Thursday at WCCC*5:30-9:30 p.m.Gary Bish

Pennsylvania Certified Inspection mechanic course and written state test. You must be at least 18 years of age and have a valid driver’s license.

Public SpeakingMarch 10-April 1230-hours; $199, includes bookTuesday/Thursday at Hi-Ed6:00-9:00 p.m.Jason Becker

Become a confident and effective public speaker. Discover how researching and preparing presentations leads to improving skills in message delivery, critical thinking and confidence building.

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WeldingJanuary 25-March 2454-hours; $359Tuesday/Thursday at WCCC*5:30-8:30 p.m.Nate McNett

Practical hands-on class that includes TIG, MIG, and Arc Welding and theory. Participants are required to wear steel-toed boots, leather gloves, safety goggles, long pants without holes, and heavy shirts in the welding area.

Home RepairJanuary 31-March 230-hours; $249Monday/Wednesday at WCCC*5:30-8:30 p.m.Greg Waterman

Hands-on training for carpentry – learn how to build a frame, insulate, dry wall and finish interior walls.

Register Early!814-723-3222

Visit us online atwww.hi-ed.org

for more information.

*Warren County Career Center

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Hi-Ed Personal EnrichmentCreative WritingJanuary 26-February 29-hours; $99Monday/Wednesday at Hi-Ed5:00-8:00 p.m.Martha Rogus

Do you dream of writing a blog, journal or creatively? Learn the tools and techniques to bring your stories to life.

PoetryFebruary 10, 15, 179-hours; $99Tuesday/Thursday at Hi-Ed5:00-8:00 p.m.Martha Rogus

Learn how to understand, experience and enjoy poetry – get lost in the poet’sworld. Read Browning, Frost, Dickinsonand others. The goal is to make reading poetry easier.

How to Buy and Sell on eBayFebruary 233-hours; $29Wednesday at Hi-Ed6:00-9:00 p.m.Tammy Hawk

Learn how to protect yourself and purchase online with confidence. Plus, tips on what and when to sell, how to – create and manage a watch list, pay for your purchase, to accept an offer and mail your sold items.

CSI–WarrenMarch 153-hours; $29Tuesday at Hi-Ed5:30-8:30 p.m.Sergeant Brandon Deppen

What skills, knowledge and abilities do Warren’s crime scene investigators use to solve crimes here in our County? Let Sgt. Brandon Deppen, a seasoned professional, lead you through several cases solved by local CSI’s. Crime buff or career seeker, this course is for you!

A 33-year veteran of the Warren PD,Sgt. Deppen is a supervisor in the patroldivision, investigating accidents. As acommunity service officer, he presentsprograms for schools and organizations.

Internet Marketing,Creating Your Small BusinessMarch 93-hours; $29Wednesday at Hi-Ed6:00-9:00 p.m.Tammy Hawk

Become a successful Internet entrepreneur! Build a merchant web site and learn how to market your products, where to start, what fees to expect, buyer payment options, and how to use social networking. No experience necessary.

My Big Fat GreekCooking Class!April 133-hours; $45Wednesday at WCCC*6:00-9:00 p.m.Chef Bruce Faulkner

For generations, Greek Cuisine has been preserved in Greek families. Now, you can enjoy the richness and splendor of traditional Greek dishes.

Youth Enrichment SAT Prep for high school studentsMarch 5, 12, 19, April 2, 9, 1619.5-hours; $89Saturday at Hi-Ed9:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m.Ginny Barrett, Mary PassingerPerform well on the SAT and many doors will open for you! Prep smarter by joining this structured in-depth review. Includes practice exams and test taking strategies for math, English and composition.

*Warren County Career Center

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Hi-Ed Personal EnrichmentWatercolor Boot Camp Ten-hut!Pull out your brushes and let’s paint.March 7, 812-hours; $160, plus suppliesMonday/Tuesday at Hi-Ed9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., 1-hour Break for lunchCatherine HillisMorning demonstrations; afternoon critiques. The first day will begin with an introduction to watercolor supplies and the proper way to use and store them. Students will be introduced tothe five basic skills of watercolor painting.There will be a short lesson on composition and design and how to use photographic references to create a painting. Plus, additional techniques in texturing will be demonstrated.For a complete listing of the watercolor supply list, go to www.hi-ed.org, and click on “Personal Enrichment.”

[Kennedy Publications]. In the spring of 2011, one of her paintings will be featured in SPLASH 12, a prestigious annual book, which collects 100 top water media paintings from across the country. She was awarded an artist-residency in Brittany in 2007, and wrote an article on watercolor painting that was published in American Artist Magazine in 2006.

Ms. Hillis is a signature member of the Southern Watercolor Society, the Potomac Valley Watercolor Society, theBaltimore Watercolor Society and the Virginia Watercolor Society and a memberof the National Watercolor Society.

Among other places such as New Mexico and North Carolina, she will be teaching a workshop in Tuscany in Spring, 2011.

A public opening reception will be held at Crary Art Gallery on Friday, March 4, from 6:00-8:00 p.m.

You can learn more about the artist and view her watercolor paintings at www.catherinehillis.com.

Catherine Hillis has painted all her life, winning

awards and honors at competitive shows regionally and nationally. She has won numerous awards for her paintings in regional and national competitive exhibitions. Her painting The Pedicure, above right, willbe on display March 5 through April 3along with her “Urban Country” Watercolors Exhibition at the Crary Art Galley. The Crary Art Gallery is pleased tobe able to have an entire gallery filled withher work! The Crary exhibition will focus oncity scenes along with paintings depictingthe rural area where the artist lives.

Ms. Hillis’ paintings have been shown in galleries in Ohio, Virginia and Maryland and took second place in “Best of Virginia Artists and Artisans, 2005”

About our instructor …

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How to RegisterPlease register early to assure a seat in the class you wish to enroll!

Phone, Mail or In PersonChecks payable to:Warren Forest Higher Education Council185 Hospital Drive, Warren, PA 16365

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q QuickBooks I, $99 _____ January 24, 26, 31, February 2q QuickBooks II, $99 _____ February 7, 9, 14, 16q Windows, $89 _____ February 21, 23, 28, March 2q Word I, $89 _____ March 14, 16, 21, 23q Word II, $89 _____ April 11, 13, 18, 20q Word Guide, $5 _____ Same guide used for all levelsq Excel I, $89 _____ March 28, 30, April 4, 6q Excel II, $89 _____ April 25, 27, May 2, 4q Excel Guide, $5 _____ Same guide used for all levels

Total of Column 1 _____

Name ____________________________ Address __________________________ City/State/Zip _____________________Please provide contact information in case of cancellation or emergency.

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Registration Form

Please accept my registration and payment for:

q Excel I, $99 _____ January 28q Excel II, $99 _____ February 25q Excel III, $99 _____ March 25q Excel Guide, $5 _____ Same guide used for all levelsq Welding, $359 _____ January 25-March 24 q Creative Writing, $99 _____ January 26-February 2q Home Repair, $249 _____ January 31-March 2q Basic Auto Mechanics, $180 _____ February 1-17 q Poetry, $99 _____ February 10, 15, 17 q Auto Inspection, $170 _____ February 22, 24, March 1 q How to Buy & Sell on eBay, $29 _____ February 23q Internet Marketing, $29 _____ March 9q Public Speaking, $199 _____ March 10-April 12

q My Big Fat Greek _____ Cooking Class, $45 April 13q SAT Prep, $89 _____ March 5, 12, 19, April 2, 9, 16q Watercolor Boot Camp, $160 _____ March 7, 8q CSI-Warren, $29 _____ March 15

Total of Column 2 _____

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TOTAL AMOUNT DUE _____

Cancellation Policy• Registrationcancelledthree(3)businessdays

ormorepriortoclassstartdatewillreceivefullrefunds.

• Registrationcancelledlessthanthree(3)businessdayspriortoclassdatewillreceiveacredittowardsanotherregistration.

• Noshowswithoutcancellationnotificationaresubjecttothefullregistrationfee.

Hi-Ed Registration FormHi-Ed Spring 2011 Schedule

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Intermediate Unit #5

Daytime and evening classes are offered through the IU#5 in cooperation with the Warren/Forest Higher Education Council.

Warren/Forest Hi-Ed GED Exam

The Preparation and Skill Review: Instruction is geared to the students’ individual level to improve their skills in English, writing and math for job advancement, and helps to prepare students to take the General Education Diploma (GED) examination, and/or college preparation.The program provides:• pre-testing to determine each student’s needs;• classroom instruction;• individual and group work in the five GED test areas;

• open-entry/open-exit format allows students to test when ready.

Family Literacy: This program addresses the literacy needs of all members of the family while promoting parents’ involvement in their children’s education, and improves educational opportunitiesof eligible families by integrating early childhood education and adult education in a unified program. For more information, contact: Nancy Birt, Family Literacy Coordinator at 814-726-2400, Ext. 3044.

Adult Literacy Program:If you are an adult who has literacy needs and do not qualify for the Family Literacy program, please contact Donna Smith at the Warren Forest Higher Education Council for literacy assistance.

GED Exam, $100Writing, Math, Social Studies, Science and Reading. Registration is now being taken. Two forms of ID–one must be a photo. Payment is required to register. GED Exam Presession – To complete paperwork and to watch a video on exam procedures. Included in cost of exam.

Warren Forest Hi-Ed Pre-session – May 9; June 201-hour; Monday, 8:00-9:00 a.m.Exam – May 16-17; June 27-288-hours; Monday/Tuesday 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.Day 1 – writing and math;Day 2 – social studies, science and reading.

To register for GED Exam, call 814-723-3222,

or E-mail [email protected]

Warren/Forest Higher Education CouncilTo register for classes or for class times, call 814-723-3222,

or E-mail [email protected]

Corry Hi-EdPre-session – June 171-hour; Friday, 8:00-9:00 a.m.Exam – June 21-22, Pre-session8-hours; Tuesday/Wednesday 8:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

GED Preparation and Skill ReviewFor Job Improvement –

Prepare for the GED Exam

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2009 Graduates

The adult high school Diploma Program offers students who did not graduate with their high school classes the opportunity to earn a Warren County School District diploma. This credential is a critical asset to those entering or already in the job market, as well as those who wish to pursue post-secondary educational opportunities.

After completing this 30-week program, several graduates have received significant promotions. Some

Adult Diploma Program – Key to Success

Chris AlbaughSuperior Tire

2010 Graduates

Christina SwiftJamestown Business College,

September 2010

Rachel EckmanJamestown

Community College

Gordon GoddenU. S. Army, January 2011

Suyon SturgesGraphic Design,

Erie Institute of Technology

Cheyanna WatsonRouse Suites

are making twice as much as they were prior to graduation. With the confidence to take on new responsibilities, graduates continue on to achieve their goals following graduation.

The Diploma program offers a way back into the mainstream. Whether the goal is college, other post-secondary education, or to compete for a better job, having a high school diploma is the key first step to success.

Jackie Harkin, Rouse Estates

Nadean Jones,College

Shane Mintzer,United Refining Company

Becky Morrison, United Refinery Company

Field Representative

Randy Murvine, U. S. Army

Tommy Sweet, Comanager of Thorne’s Bi-Lo

of Warren

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Go Beyond Your GED. Earn a High SchoolDiploma.

Warren/ForestHigherEducationCouncilYour Access to Life-long Learning

Curwen Building, 2nd Floor,185 Hospital Drive, Warren, PA 16365

Visit www.hi-ed.org or Call 723-3222

Class starts September 2011

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• WCCBI – Leadership Training• JBC – Ethics & Etiquette• JCC – “Dress for Success” and mock interviews• Audubon Center & Sanctuary – Science• CPR & First Aid Certification • Public Speaking, plus much more

9-month Program at Hi-Ed, Tuesday and Thursday 5:00-8:00 p.m.$100 Application Fee – Scholarships Available.

This program is funded by

Warren County Chamber of Business and Industry Warren County School District

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ADULT DIPLOMAPROGRAM

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Current Programs:• Job Shadowing• 8th Grade Career Day• PA Health Career Awareness Week• Fast Track to Success,

College Fair• Financial Aid Night• FAFSA Workshop• Educator in the Workplace• Industry Club of Warren

County• AHUG/PA Woodmobile

Program• AHEC/Careers in Health– The Great Hospital• Job Shadow Days• 21st Century Girls Camp• 21st Century Boys Camp• Spanish Immersion Camp

School to Work PartnershipCareer Education for Warren County Students

“Connecting Tomorrow’s Workforce with the Workplace Today!”

For more information, contactJohn Lasher

School to Work Coordinator

814-723-3222E-mail: [email protected]

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Visit us online at www.vtc1.org for more information.

Practical Nursing ProgramVenango Technology Center is accepting applications for their Practical Nursing Program in Warren.

The program is one academic year in length from August to June. Approximately50% of the time is spent in clinical practiceand 50% in the classroom. Clinical experience is received at several local health care facilities. Graduates are eligibleto take the State Board of Nursing Licensing Examination for Practical Nurses.

Classes start August 1, 2011 Practical Nursing

• High School Diploma or GED is required

• 11-month program• Tuition for 2011-2012 is $9,750• Financial Aid available for

qualified applicants

Apply Now!Entrance Exam and classes will be held at

the Warren/Forest Hi-Ed Council 2nd Floor, Curwen Building,

185 Hospital Drive, Warren, PA

Venango Technology CenterCall 814-723-3222 Ext. 16for an application or more information.

Become a Nurse• Hospitals

• Nursing Homes

• Doctors’ offices and clinics

• Home health care

• Private duty

Next Class Starts August 1, 2011

Here’s how to apply.• Practical Nursing Entrance

Examinations start in January 2011. Call to register.

• Complete a personal interview.

• Submit an official high school transcript or copy of your GED diploma.

• Submit a copy of your Act 34 Clearance.

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We understand that the transition from team member to team leader can be a daunting task. To be successful in the role, new leaders have to know what their responsibilities are both to the organization and to the people they lead.

Our five-part Leadership for Team Leaders Series addresses the challenges of this position in a highly interactive, relaxed atmosphere.

Hurry! Class size is limited.$155 member per course

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Leadership for Team Leaders Series

All classes are held on Friday at Hi-Ed from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Leadership for Team LeadersRegister today! Call 815-833-3200 or 800-815-2660.

Course I – Foundations for SuccessApril 15 • Discerning the leader’s role in

management • Understanding your employees • Developing your employees

Course II – CommunicationMay 13 • Building communication skills • Communicating among levels • Training with effective

communication

Course III – Listening & MotivatingJune 3 • Managing through feedback and

active listening • Handling instructions and

assignments • Motivating and involving

employeesCourse IV – Problem-solvingJune 24 • Using problem-solving

techniques that work • Developing the leader within you • Delegating effectively for

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Course V – The Changing WorkplaceJuly 22 • Embracing diversity in the

workplace • Dealing with conflict • Managing leadership stressors

Great leaders aren’t born. They’re trained.

Register online at www.mbausa.orgor call Ann Miaczynski at 814-833-3200, or 800-815-2660

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Erie Institute of TechnologyCustomized Industry Training

for EmployersWe have offered custom training since 2006 for regional employersContact us today to discuss your company’s needs for customized industry training in the following areas.

• Blueprint Reading• Maintenance and Electrical• Machining• Safety Training• Shop Mathematics

Contact Marie Whipple: [email protected], or Call 868-9900, Ext. 202

Visit us on the Web at: www.erieit.edu

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Calltoscheduleanappointmenttodiscussyourenrollmentoptions.

YouMayQualifyforTrainingPaidInFull!

MichaelBeers,Admissions Representative

TollFree:1-877-370-7591Visit our Web site: www.gotransporttech.comOr, E-mail: [email protected]

Transport Tech is proud to partner up with Warren Forest Higher Education Council to bring CDL Training to Warren County. For over 15 years, Transport Tech has been training professional truck drivers who have been hired by over-the-road, regional, and local trucking companies. We are also Licensed by the PA Department of Education and a certified PennDOT CDL testing facility. We are proud to be sup-porting the backbone of America, and we want you to be a part of it.

TRAININGYOUTODAYFORABETTERTOMORROW

CDL TrainingsThe American Spirit is flowing strong at Transport Tech!

ProgramAvailable:• 6-weeks/240-hours of comprehensive

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• Both CDL Programs include: Hazmat, Tanker, and Doubles/Triples Endorsements.

• Hands-on classroom and road instruction• Job offers before you start school• Lifetime job placement assistance• Customized Training available• Small Class Size

Training Start Date: To be determinedTime: Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.Location: Warren County Career Center

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