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LIVE CLASSROOM COURSES

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

HEALTHCARE COURSES

COMPUTER AND SOFTWARE TRAINING

VEHICLE TRAINING

PERSONAL ENRICHMENT

ONLINE COURSES

CONTRACT TRAINING

CONTINUING EDUCATION COURSE CATALOG

FALL 2017

LIVE CLASSROOMContinuing Education Classes - FALL 2017

CERTIFICATION/CERTIFICATION PREPProject Management Professional (PMP®) Overview CourseOctober 30 – November 3, 2017$1,095A 10% discount is offered to employers who enroll three or more employees in the class.Registration Deadline: October 13, 2017The Project Management Professional (PMP)® is the most important industry-recognized certification for project managers. The PMP® is truly global. As a PMP®, you can work in virtually any industry, with any methodology and in any location. The PMP® also increases your earning potential. PMP® certification holders earn 20 percent more than their non-certified peers according to Earning Power: Project Management Salary Survey, Ninth Edition. To earn your Project Management Professional (PMP®) credential, you need to meet the experience and education requirements, and pass the PMP® examination. Albany Tech’s Center for Business Solutions offers a 36-hour PMP® Overview, which satisfies this educational requirement and improves your potential for success in the PMP® program.

Have questions about the PMP certification, class requirements or course content? If so, contact the instructor, Dr. Steve Eidson, at 229-430-6619 or [email protected].

Register by October 13th at www.eventbrite.com or call 229-430-3867.

Interested in Project Management training for your entire team? The Center for Business Solutions can provide PMP® Training for your staff on a contract basis. Let us design a training program that will fit your schedule.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

CPR/FIRST AIDWe offer certification courses in American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS®) for the healthcare worker, and Heartsaver® CPR/AED, as well as First Aid.

BLS CPR/AED & First Aid CertificationMonday, November 6, 20175:30pm - 8:30pm

Class Fee: Early Registration: $70Late Registration (after Oct. 30): $76

Register at www.eventbrite.com or call 229-430-3867.

Do you have a group of staff members who need CPR certification? We can offer courses to your staff on our campus OR we can bring the class to you. Give us a call at 229-430-3867.

Get certified in a high demand career in a few short months. Albany Tech offers two new health care career training programs that prepare you for national certification.

Call for more information about: PHLEBOTOMY TECHNICIAN PROGRAM 11 weeks of classroom + clinicals

EKG TECHNICIAN PROGRAM 8 weeks of classroom with opportunities for optional clinicals

Tuition assistance for these programs may be available through WIOA for those who qualify. Call 229-430-3867 for information.

CAREERS

Continuing Education Classes - FALL 2017

Mastering Microsoft SeriesEach class is $79 during early registration and $85 during late registration. Early registration ends one week before class.

Tim Edwards is the instructor for our Microsoft® courses. He is the Chair of the Computer Information Systems department at Albany Tech. He is a Certified Microsoft Specialist and he has been teaching for over 15 years.

Classes Meet Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30 - 7:30pm

Microsoft Excel: September 19-28

Microsoft Excel Advanced: October 3-12

Microsoft Word: October 17-26

Microsoft PowerPoint: October 31-November 9

Register for all of the Mastering Microsoft classes at www.eventbrite.com or call 229-430-3867.

Working with Google DocsNovember 28-December 7Tuesday and Thursday nights from 5:30-7:30 pm

$79 Early Registration (by November 20)$85 after November 20

This Google Docs training class teaches you how to quickly get up and running with this popular application that helps businesses and organizations share information and collaborate. In this Google Docs training class, you’ll learn how to use Google Docs for word processing, spreadsheets, calendaring and other capabilities.


QuickBooks BasicSeptember 26 & 28, 2017

6:00 - 9:00pm

Class meets in the evening and consists of two 3-hour sessions. Class will cover: Basic Quickbooks Navigation; Managing Expenses; Setting Up Recurring Invoices; Running Payroll; Tracking Inventory; Setting Up and Using Payments; and more!

Cost: $79 for early registration (by September 19); $85 if registered after September 19


Computer TutorPrivate one-on-one computer instruction to meet student’s personal needs (basic skills, social media, software applications, etc.). Let us know what you need to know.

$40/hour with a 2 hour minimum.

Sessions available day, evenings and some weekends. Sessions taught in our computer lab.

Call us at 229-430-3867 for more information or to set up your appointment with the Computer Tutor.

COMPUTER AND SOFTWARE TRAINING


Front Line Customer Service TrainingArm your front line staff with the skills to provide exceptional customer service

They are the faces and the voices of your business – the first people seen and/or heard by your customers. This training is specifically geared toward those employees on the front line. The class highlights proven practices that will empower all front line staff to create a positive customer service experience and build long-lasting customer relationships.

This course will be offered twice. Pick the date that’s best for you.

OCTOBER CLASSThursday, October 26, 9:00 am to 4:30 pmAlbany Technical College

Course Fee (Lunch included)Early Registration (by October 19): $109 Late Registration (after October 19): $119

NOVEMBER CLASSWednesday, November 8, 9:00 am to 4:30 pmAlbany Technical College

Course Fee (Lunch included)Early Registration (by November 1): $109 Late Registration (after November 1): $119

Save 10% by enrolling three or more employees

Instructor is Jawahn Ware. She is a Business Process Specialist & Trainer with 15 years of experience helping businesses achieve success.

Online registration available on Eventbrite.comor call 229-430-3867 to register or for more information.

Back by Popular Demand!Human Resources 101HR Basics for the Non-HR Professional or Anyone who Manages PeopleNovember 7, 9 & 14

3 sessions; Tuesday & Thursday nights

6:00-8:00pm

$99 for early registration (by October 31); $109 after October 31

• Tips for hiring and retaining great employees – best practices

• Conducting revealing interviews

• Developing a meaningful orientation program and procedure for new hires

• Understanding probationary periods and performance reviews

• The importance of record-keeping and documentation

• What to do when things go wrong – discipline and dismissal

• More!

Instructor is Jimmy Lindsey. Jimmy is a recently retired professional who spent his career in the field of Human Resources. He is now in demand across the region as an instructor and consultant.


PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

Georgia Real Estate Salesperson’s Pre-License CourseThe Center for Business Solutions at Albany Technical College is now offering the Georgia Real Estate Salesperson Pre-License course. The Center for Business Solutions and this course have been approved by the Georgia Real Estate Commission (GREC). This course meets the requirements of Georgia law.

This in-classroom, live course will feature 75 hours of instruction covering all test subject areas required by the GREC to prepare for the state exam. The instructor is Lisa Davis, a licensed Georgia Real Estate Salesperson and Instructor. Davis is a Realtor® with 20 years of teaching experience in South Georgia.

NEXT SESSIONOctober 3, 2017 – January 11, 2018.Tuesday and Thursday nights, 6:30-9:30 pmTuition is $599 (Textbooks included)Center for Business Solutions, Albany Technical College

For more information or to enroll, call 229-430-3867 or e-mail [email protected].


Driver’s Ed for Teens to fulfill Joshua’s LawOur Driver’s Ed program includes the 30 hours of classroom instruction and six hours of behind-the-wheel instruction required for Joshua’s Law. This class is $350 and the state of Georgia has some grant funding to provide parents with financial assistance for this class. Visit this website to apply for the Georgia Driver’s Ed grant: https://georgiadrivers.ga.gov/gohs/gohshome.html.If awarded the grant, you should use the voucher code provided to enroll and pay for the class. Call our office at 229-430-3563 for more information.

Driver’s Education for AdultsNeed a Driver’s License for employment? Albany Tech offers one-on-one driving instruction to prepare you for Georgia’s Driver’s License examination.

Our qualified and patient instructors have flexible schedules to meet your scheduling needs, and the instructor can pick you up from your location and deliver you back at the end of class.

Cost of instruction: $300Instruction with Pick up: $325

For more information, or to register, call 229-430-3563 After you register, an Albany Tech Driving Instructor will contact you to set up your one-on-one lessons.

CDL Refresher CourseFor individuals currently holding a CDL who need a refresher course, we offer a 40-hour refresher course. Sessions are offered on an as-needed basis. Call 229-430-3867, if interested.

VEHICLE TRAINING

Forklift Operator TrainingReceive operator training in accordance with OSHA Standard 1910.178. The program fully covers the requirements to be an efficient and safe forklift operator. This course is eight hours in length and includes three hours of classroom training with the balance devoted to hands-on driving.Classes are Saturdays from 8:00am to 4:00pmFee: $100 for early registration (early registration closes 8 days before class); $110 for late registration. REGISTRATION FOR EACH CLASS CLOSES ON THE THURSDAY PRIOR TO THE CLASS AT 5:00PM.

Upcoming Forklift Operator Class DatesAugust 26Early registration through August 19. Late registration August 19-24. Registration closes August 24.September 16Early registration through September 9. Late registration September 9-14. Registration closes September 14.September 30Early registration through September 23. Late registration September 24-28. Registration closes September 28.October 14Early registration through October 7. Late registration October 8-12. Registration closes October 12.November 4Early registration through October 28. Late registration October 29-November 2. Registration closes November 2.November 18Early registration through November 11. Late registration November 12-16. Registration closes November 16.December 16Early registration through December 9. Late registration December 10-14. Registration closes December 14.

Dates are subject to change. Forklift Classes are offered weather permitting.

Registration information for Forklift Operator class: Our Forklift Operator classes are very popular and fill up fast. To ensure your seat, register as early as you can. Registration closes the Thursday before each class. We take cash, check, or credit card as payment. Call us at 229-430-3563 or come by our office in the Manufacturing Technology Center to enroll.


Ballroom Dance – Summertime SwingOffered as a partnership between Albany Tech’s Center for Business Solutions and the Albany Area Arts Council. Classes are held at the historic Carnegie Library in downtown Albany.

August 14-September 25 | Monday nights, 6:30-8:00pm

Cost: $130 per couple Early Registration (by August 7); $140 after August 7.

Take date night to a whole new level! Ballroom dancing means fun, fellowship and exercise. These dances are versatile and easy-to-learn. Learn Jitterbug, Cha Cha and Swing dances in six weeks. Instructor, Michelle Oaks, has 19 years of experience in dance instruction.


PERSONAL ENRICHMENT

‘Tis the Season for PhotographyDigital Photography Class

November 27-December 7 | 6:30-8:00pmMonday & Thursday nights for four sessions + one session in the field with your camera

Cost: $99 during Early Registration (by November 20); $109 after November 20.

Get To Know Your CameraWhat are all these buttons? Learn about exposure, camera modes, color balance, and ISO.

Take Better PhotosImprove your skills with a better understanding of depth of field, focusing, composition, lighting, and flash. Tips for using color vs black & white. Learn how to take great sports, portraits, macro, & holiday photos. Hear secrets of a professional photographer.

Session in the FieldOne session in the field will give students the opportunity to use the skills learned in class.

I Have The Photos, Now What?Learn about downloading, storing and printing at home. Tips on using image software and photo labs. Get great photo gift ideas for the holidays.

Instructor is Walt Petruska. Walt is an award-winning professional photographer, who has served as a photojournalist and has operated his own photography business, Walter’s Image, for 20 years.


What kind of Continuing Education classes are you interested in taking for professional development or personal enrichment?

Do you want to teach a class?

We want to know your ideas and interests. Let us know by calling 229-430-3867 or emailing Tracy Wallace, Director of Continuing Education, at [email protected].

Contract TrainingThe Center for Business Solutions at Albany Tech works with local employers to provide training to their employees. Our training can be customized to meet your needs and can take place on our campus or at your work sites. Our training capabilities run the gamut from computer training, to leadership training, to team-building, CPR and more. Call 229-430-3867 and tell us what you need.

ONLINE COURSES


Albany Tech offers a wide variety of online classes for Professional Development and Personal Enrichment through ed2go.

Ed2Go Course Start Dates for Fall 2017:

• August 16

• September 13

• October 11

• November 8

Ed2go offers courses in Business, Personal Finance, Languages, Law, Teaching, Writing and Publishing, Healthcare, Computer Applications and more! Here is just a sample of the MANY online course offerings from Ed2Go:

• Keys to Successful Money Management

• Introduction to Interior Design

• Growing Plants for Fun and Profit

• Grant Writing

• Creative Writing

• Discover Sign Language

• Paralegal

These four easy steps can start you on your way to learning on your own schedule.

Step 1: Select a course or courses

Step 2: Select one of the four Fall 2017 start dates: Aug 16, Sept 13, Oct 11, or Nov 8

Step 3: Register and pay on Ed2Go. Click here for more information: http://www.ed2go.com/albtech/

Step 4: Start learning!

CONTRACT TRAINING

For more information or to register for

classes, call CBS at 229.430.3563

or email [email protected].

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