spring 2013 community education schedule

COMMUNITY EDUCATIONNoncredit Schedule

Spring 2013

With classes scheduled from January through June, you’ll be sure to find something to kick-start your career, get you off the couch, or finally ramp up your

computer skills!

Visit our website at www.lccc.edu for

scheduled offerings or call 610-799-1703 to request additional

information.

What will interest or inspire you this Spring?

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Job Training:• Healthcare 3• Small Business 5• Technology 4• Trades and Industry 6Public Safety 8Computers 10Custom Learning Solutions 12Distance Learning 13Our Spring 2013 Schedule At A Glance 14Center for Career Pathways and Literacy:• Career Pathways 18• GED 17• ESL 19• JobTrakPA (TAACCCT Grant) 17Personal Interest:• Arts and Crafts 21• Continuing Education Credits 25• Cooking 22• Fine Arts 21• Fitness: Body and Soul 23• House and Garden 24• Languages 20 • Photography 24• Potpourri 25• Youth 25Registration Information 26

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COLLEGE OFFICE HOURS

Main Campus4525 Education Park DriveSchnecksville, PA 180787:45 a.m.-7:30 p.m. Mon.-Thurs.7:45 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Fri.610-799-1500

Workforce and Community Services (Schnecksville)8 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Fri.610-799-1574

Carbon Center24 East Locust StreetNesquehoning, PA 182407:45 a.m.-9:45 p.m. Mon.-Thurs.7:45 a.m.-5 p.m. Fri.8 a.m.-1 p.m. Sat.570-669-7010

Donley Center718 Hamilton StreetAllentown, PA 181017:45 a.m.-9:45 p.m. Mon.-Thurs.7:45 a.m.-4:45 p.m. Fri.7:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. Sat.610-799-1940

Morgan Center234 High StreetTamaqua, PA 182527:45 a.m.-9:45 p.m. Mon.-Thurs.7:45 a.m.-5 p.m. Fri.8 a.m.-1 p.m. Sat.570-668-6880

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For more information visit our website at www.lccc.edu/jobtraining.

Job TrainingHealthcare

Prepare to work in the retail and hospital setting. Instruction includes: medical terminology, prescription reading, drug delivery systems, IV therapy and aseptic technique, chemotherapy awareness, dose, calculations, dosage forms, pharmacy law, and inventory control.

Pharmacy Technician I Diploma

The following short-term job training sessions are available during the Spring 2013 semester.

• Dietary Manager Program 2013-2014 (August)• EKG Cardiovascular Technician & CPR Training • Medical Terminology - Available day and evening• Medical Office Diploma (March)• Nurse Aide Diploma (March, June)• Pharmacy Technician I (January, February)• Pharmacy Technician II

(Prerequisite: Pharmacy Technician I) • Phlebotomy I: Classroom (February)• Phlebotomy Clinical (January)

(Prerequisite: Phlebotomy I: Classroom) • Spanish for Healthcare Professionals (March)

Train for placement in an institutional pharmacy or manufacturing setting as an IV Pharmacy Technician. Skills specific to IV compounding such as clean room protocols, principles of aseptic technique, operational theory

and regulatory compliance are stressed.Call 610-799-1942 for more information.

Pharmacy Technician II Diploma

The ability to communicate in any healthcare setting - intake interviews, assessments, physical examinations, billing and insurance issues - will go far to diminsh stress for

both the patient and healthcare worker.

Call 610-799-1582 for more information.

Spanish for Healthcare Professionals

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Job TrainingTechnology

Become specialized in one of these technology-themed job training sessions available in Spring:

• Computerized Bookkeeping Diploma Program (March)• Microsoft Office Diploma Program (Open enrollment) • Microsoft Office Open Lab (Open enrollment)• Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certifications (Open enrollment)• Office Technology Diploma Program (Open enrollment)

This program is designed for those with limited computer skills. No prior experience is necessary. Graduates qualify for entry level office support, data entry or receptionist positions. Intensive Microsoft Office training, including Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, Publisher, Internet, and e-mail. GED or high school diploma required.


Office Technology Diploma Program

This certification exam verifies that job candidates have the skills needed to use the full features and functionality of Office 2007 and 2010 applications, meeting the needs of today’s business performance requirements. The new credential can put job

candidates a step ahead of their competition. When recruiters choose a candidate with MOS 2010 certification, they know they’re getting an Office superstar! For more information call 610-799-1957 or email [email protected].

Exam fees: MOS 2010 single voucher fee is $80 MOS 2010 voucher with retake fee is $95 MOS Proctoring only $20 per hour

Microsoft Office Suite (MOS) Certification


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Job TrainingGrammar Refresher (January)Feeling a bit rusty on grammar and punctuation? You won’t be for long. This course will review the basics of past and present tense, common word errors (their, there, they’re), commas, and sentence structure in fun presentations. Step away from the dark side of grammar haters and join us in the light of understanding that this stuff isn’t hard to follow.

Effective Business Writing (March, April)Memos, business letters, report abstracts, emails, white papers, sales letters that close deals, are all part of effective business writing. If you can’t get your message across in writing, especially in the work place, you risk promotions or worse, looking foolish. This course will cover everything necessary so you can write like a champ!

Small BusinessLearn the ins and outs of basic floral

arrangements, plant varieties and marketing knowledge - the skills

and techniques necessary to prepare you for an entry-level position

in the florist industry. One of the Lehigh Valley’s most successful

floral business owners shares her “seasoned” knowledge and business acumen - everything you need to get that foot in the door of a new career.

Career as a Florist

Be your own boss in a career that you’ll love! Learn the ropes and the pitfalls to avoid from the experts in these courses offered this Spring:

• NEW! Advanced Auto Floor Sales (February)• The Art of Grant Writing (February, March)• Career as a Florist (February)• Customer Service Certificate (March)• NEW! Intro to Auto Sales (January)• Minority or Women Business Enterprise – State Contracts • Patent Your Invention (March)• Payroll Certification (June)• Personal Trainer Certification (February)• QuickBooks • Starting Your Business • Wedding & Event Planning Certification (February)

www.lccc.edu/jobtraining

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Job Training

Skills in radiation safety for industrial radiography open you up to the growing need for individuals to fill positions in Nondestructive Testing (NDT) pipeline inspection companies. Job placement assistance is provided as well as preparation for the state examination.www.lccc.edu/business-industry/job-training-individuals/trades-industry

new! Pipeline Inspection Certification

Small Business

Need certification to land that office job? We’ve got you covered!From Customer Service to Payroll, obtain the training you need to sharpen your skills for employment. Strong customer service skills are necessary for the workplace, and your Customer Service Skills Diploma and Certification will let potential employers know that you have the skills to perform on the job. The Payroll Certification program offers a solid foundation of core payroll concepts designed to promote the standard of existing payroll practitioners.


Customer Service and Payroll Certifications


If you would be interested in getting more information

about a “Sustainable Building Advisor” course for Fall 2013, please contact Barbara Platt

at 610-799-1582 or [email protected].

Sustainable Building Advisor

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Trades & IndustryWorkshops and classes are added to the schedule continuously. Check our website at www.lccc.edu/jobtraining for current offerings or call our brochure line at 610-799-1703 to request additional information.

Courses available in Spring 2013:• CDL Driver Training and Testing (details below)• HVAC (January and March)• NEW! Pipeline Inspection Certification (February)• Welding I (January)• Welding II (March )

Driver Training – CDL Class A (172 hours) This program provides a participant with the skills and knowledge necessary to become a professional tractor-trailer driver. Successful candidates will have passed their CDL skills, road, and knowledge tests as part of the program. LCCC offers both full- and part-time schedules, weekday or weekend formats. Courses start every four weeks. A student completing this course receives a certification in defensive driving as a professional truck driver through the National Safety Council. Call 610-799-1704 for more details.

Driver Training – CDL Class B (80 hours) This program provides a participant with the skills and knowledge necessary to become a professional straight truck driver. Successful candidates will have passed their CDL skills, road, and knowledge tests as part of the program. Both full- and part-time schedules are available. A student completing this course receives a certification in defensive driving as a professional truck driver through the National Safety Council. Call 610-799-1704 for more details.

Passenger/Endorsement Training and Testing and Customized Trainingwww.lccc.edu/continuing-ed-noncredit/professional-driver-training-programCall 610-799-1704 for more details.

Job Training

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Public SafetyWorkshops and classes are added to the schedule continuously. Check our website for current offerings at http://publicsafety.lccc.edu or call our brochure line at 610-799-1703 to request additional information.

• American Health and Safety Institute CPR (February) American Health and Safety Institute First Aid (March). AHA Basic Life Support-Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (BLS-CPR) Healthcare Provider (June)

• Community Emergency Response Team Training (CERT) (Offered as requested)

• DOH - Department of Health Emergency Responder (January and as requested)

• Emergency and Tactical Driving Simulator Training (Offered as requested)

• EMT - Emergency Medical Technician (February, May) • NEW! Accelerated Emergency Medical Technician (July)• Fire Training (PA State Fire Academy Local Level Training

Provider - Carbon, Schuylkill and Lehigh) - offered as requested• Hazardous Materials Training (Offered as requested) • NEW! Pediatric First Aid (April)• NEW! Pet First Aid (May)

Pediatric First Aid

ASHI Pediatric First Aid includes CPR, AED, and First Aid.

Ideal for day care providers, schools, boy scouts, girl scout leaders, baby sitters, coaches and others.

April 8 & 15, 2013

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Public Safety

Firearms/Decision Making Skills for the Responsible Gun Owner

This 20-hour basic course is a complete and innovative class for the individual who owns a firearm and might have to use it in a defense situation. The techniques presented are basic, practical and effective. Topics to be covered include firearms safety, fundamentals on handling, carrying, storing, and cleaning a firearm, decision making training on the PRISim Firearms Simulator, basic skills testing on the range (each student is responsible for providing his or her own firearm, ammunition, etc.) Dates will vary. Contact Athanasios Milios ([email protected]) with any questions or if you want to request a private class.

• ACT 235 - Lethal Weapons Training (Basic: March, Recertification: February, March, April, May, June)

• NEW! Firearms/Decision Making Skills Training for the Responsible Gun Owner (Various dates)

• MOAB - Management of Aggressive Behavior (February, June)• MEB - Monadnock Expandable Baton Certification (February,

March, May, June)• National Incident Management Training (Offered as requested)• OCAT® Pepper Spray-Basic User Certification (February, March,

May, June)• Paramedic Program (Application process begins in January)• PATH - Practical and Tactical Handcuffing Certification

(February, March, May, June)• PRISim Firearms Simulator (February, March, May)• Retired Law Enforcement Officers ID Act Training (Offered every

month)• TASER™ X26/M26 Certification (March, May, June)• Young Driver & Distracted Driver Programs (January, February,

March, June)

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Computers

Computer courses in Spring 2013:• Beginning Computers – 20-Hour (January, April)• Blogging 101 (March)• Computers - Beyond the Basics (April)

(Media and file management, online services and software and basic troubleshooting.)

• Computers for the Terrified – 12-Hour (January, April)• Starting a Webpage on a Shoestring (February)• Excel Functions & Pivot Tables (February, March, June)• NEW! Introduction to Cloud Computing (March)• Prepare for Online Learning (January)• Social Media for Marketing (March)• Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Publisher (Offered regularly -

check our website)

Workshops and classes are added to the schedule continuously. Check our website for current offerings at www.lccc.edu/computers or call our brochure line at 610-799-1703 to request additional information. We provide computers for instruction, but you may bring your own laptop if you prefer.

Visit the college and meet several of our computer instructors. Learn about the content of our classes from Beginner through

Advanced. Gain insight into the topics covered in our classes and get assistance choosing the class for you. Course descriptions, instructor

demonstrations and question time is included in this one-hour session. Session is free, but pre-registration is required.

Call 610-799-1197 or email [email protected].

Computer Preview NightCOM 429-50 Tuesday, January 8, 6:00-7:00PM CSC 106

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Want to get started with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint? Need to understand files, folders, and keep Windows 7 running smoothly? This course is great for those who want an introduction or those who need to brush up on their MS Office skills. An overview of each program, this course highlights the sometimes hidden gems that will make you more productive.(January, February, March, May)

MS Office 2010/Windows 7 Overview

Computers

This course focuses on Internet-Based Applications for the Home and Small Business user. Explore Office 365 and Zoho

Office, along with a variety of Cloud Storage and Retrieval tools. In addition, look at security and backup issues. (March)

Introduction to Cloud Computing

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Custom Learning SolutionsThe Center for Leadership & Workforce Development at Lehigh Carbon Community College (LCCC) provides custom learning solutions for businesses that want to improve performance and support economic development in our region. The Leadership & Workforce Development team will partner with you to provide customized learning solutions to equip your front-line employees, supervisors and managers with effective workplace skills to strengthen your organization.

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Call 610-799-1961 or 570-668-6880 for additional information.

www.lccc.edu/CLWD

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Spring 2013 Start Dates January 16 February 20 March 20 April 17 May 15 June 19

ACT 48 For Educators - Classes begin first Monday of each month.To register visit www.lccc.edu/noncreditdl. For course and instructor information visit http://adultedcenter.homestead.com/newlehighcarbon.html.

Courses range from 15 to 45 hours.

Sample topics include:Amazing Books, Crime Scene Evidence, Critical Thinking, Critical Reading, Global Blogging, How the Brain Works, Information Literacy, Monet, Picasso, Multiple Intelligences, Participatory Algebra, Globalization, SAT Writing, Substance Abuse, Diversity, and Visual Arts.

Classes are designed and delivered through a consortium of professors and content is specifically prepared for classroom teachers.

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ACT 48

Logon to www.ed2go.com/lehicarbcc

Courses are available in the following areas:• CAREER AND PROFESSIONAL• COMPUTERS AND TECHNOLOGY• PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT• WRITING AND PUBLISHING

Spring 2013 Start DatesSection -50 January 7 -51 February 4 -52 March 4 -53 April 1 -54 May 6 -55 June 3

Distance Learning

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Spring 2013 Classes

• Beginning Computers• Computers for the Terrified• Credit Prep ESL• DOH - Department of Health

Emergency Responder• ESL 1• ESL 2• GED Preparation in Spanish • Grammar Refresher• Guitar with Roger Latzgo • HVAC• NEW! Intro to Auto Sales • MS Office 2010/Windows 7

Overview• Paramedic Program• Pharmacy Technician I• Phlebotomy Clinical • Piloxing• Prepare for Online Learning• Retired Law Enforcement Officers

ID Act Training• Spanish Open House • Speaking Skills for ELLs• Tri-Cees Community Chorale• Welding I• Young Driver and Distracted

Driver Programs

• NEW! Advanced Auto Floor Sales • ACT 235: Lethal Weapons Training:

Recertification• American Health and Safety

Institute CPR• Arabic I• The Art of Grant Writing• Balance and Mobility• Ballroom Sampler II• Beginning Spanish-A• Beginning Spanish-B• Belly Dancing• Career as a Florist• Chinese I• Couch Potato

• Digital Cameras• NEW! Drawing and Painting • Emergency Medical Technician

(EMT) • Excel Functions and Pivot Tables• Homebrewing 101• Hula Hoop• Irish • Italian I• Low Carb Cooking• MOAB - Management of Agressive

Behavior• Mathematics for the GED• MEB - Monadnock Expandable

Baton Certification• MS Office 2010/Windows 7

Overview• Nutroll• OCAT® Pepper Spray-Basic User

Certification • NEW! Paellas of Spain• PATH - Practical and Tactical

Handcuffing Certification• Personal Trainer Certification• Pharmacy Technician I• Phlebotomy I: Classroom• NEW! Pipeline Inspection

Certification • PRISim Firearms Simulator• Reduce Your Accent• Retired Law Enforcement Officers

ID Act Training• Scrumptious Brunch• NEW! Seed Starting• Sign Language• Simply Stretch• Soup Suppers• Spanish Society• NEW! Starting a Website on a

Shoestring• NEW! Table Top Terrariums• Think Spanish/Speak Spanish• Trompe L’Oeil• Wedding and Event Planning

Certification• Woodturning• Young Driver and Distracted

Driver Programs

January

February

Don’t miss out on that class you’ve always wanted to take! Here are a list of our classes listed alphabetically by month.

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Spring 2013 Classes At A Glance

• 30 Minute Meals• ACT 235 - Lethal Weapons Training:

Basic • ACT 235 - Lethal Weapons Training:

Recertification • American Health and Safety Institute

First Aid• The Art of Grant Writing• Backyard Chickens• Ballroom Sampler I • Beginning Computers • Blogging 101• Cake Decorating• Computerized Bookkeeping Diploma

Program• Couch Potato • Cupcakes• Customer Service Certificate• Effective Business Writing• ESL 1• ESL 2 • Excel Functions & Pivot Tables • French for Travelers• Hula Hoop• HVAC• Hypnosis for Natural Weight Loss• Italian for Travelers• NEW! Introduction to Cloud

Computing• Jewelry Making• Kiffles• Knife Skills• Knitting• Medical Office Diploma • MEB - Monadnock Expandable Baton

Certification • MS Office 2010/Windows 7 Overview• Nurse Aide Diploma • OCAT® Pepper Spray-Basic User

Certification • Patent Your Invention• PATH - Practical and Tactical

Handcuffing Certification• Piloxing• Plan and Plant a Vegetable Garden• PRISim Firearms Simulator • Professional Ethics

April

• Retired Law Enforcement Officers ID Act Training

• NEW! Rover Makeover• SAT Prep • Social Media for Marketing• Simply Stretch• Spanish for Healthcare

Professionals• Starting a Webpage on a

Shoestring• TASER™ X26 Certification • Value Wines of California• Welding II• NEW! Worm Composting• Young Driver and Distracted

Driver Programs

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March

• ACT 235 - Lethal Weapons Training: Recertification

• Around the World in Beers• Ballroom Latin III • Beginning Computers• Better Travel Photos• Computers-Beyond the Basics• Computers for the Terrified• Crocheting • Dance at Your Wedding • Gluten Free Cooking • Hula Hoop• Italian Soul Food • Japanese I• NEW! Pasture Management• NEW! Pediatric First Aid• Piloxing• Retired Law Enforcement Officers

ID Act Training• Roses: Care and Maintenance

Simplified• Running for Life• Technical Writing• NEW! Toxic Plants: Livestock and

Horses• Value Wines of South America• Wine and Food Pairings

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At A GlanceMay• ACT 235 - Lethal Weapons

Training: Recertification• NEW! Butterflies and

Hummingbirds• Cheeses of Europe• Container Gardening• Creating Visually-Stunning Images• EMT - Emergency Medical

Technician• ESL I• ESL 2• MEB - Monadnock Expandable

Baton Certification • MS Office 2010/Windows 7

Overview• OCAT® Pepper Spray-Basic User

Certification • PATH - Practical and Tactical

Handcuffing Certification• NEW! Pet First Aid• PRISim Firearms Simulator • Retired Law Enforcement Officers

ID Act Training• Speaking Skills for ELLs• TASER™ X26 Certification• Value Wines of Spain and Portugal• Vegetarian Comfort Food

• ACT 235 - Lethal Weapons Training: Recertification

• Basic Life Support-Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (BLS-CPR) Healthcare Provider

• Credit Prep ESL• Excel Functions and Pivot Tables• Golf• MOAB - Management of

Aggressive Behavior • MEB - Monadnock Expandable

Baton Certification

June

Please visit our website at www.lccc.edu for descriptions of classes and up-to-date schedules.

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July

August

• NEW! Accelerated Emergency Medical Technician

• Retired Law Enforcement Officers ID Act Training

• Dietary Manager Program• Retired Law Enforcement

Officers ID Act Training

• Nurse Aide Diploma• OCAT® Pepper Spray-Basic User

Certification• PATH - Practical and Tactical

Handcuffing Certification• Payroll Certification• Retired Law Enforcement Officers

ID Act Training• TASER™ X26 Certification • Young Driver and Distracted

Driver Programs

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JobTrakPA (TAACCCT Grant Programming)LCCC is now offering tuition-based specialized noncredit high-demand industry training in the following fields.Advanced Manufacturing and Logistics Training ProgramThis program provides stackable credentials in areas that meet the regional needs for higher skill levels in production, industrial maintenance, machining, and logistics.

Green Energy Training ProgrammingThis programming provides students with mid-level energy conservation skills related to home energy auditing and geothermal heating/cooling systems. Healthcare Information Technology Training ProgramLCCC will offer two types of training in healthcare technology: 1) Healthcare Core Curriculum, an introductory noncredit healthcare-related program, and 2) Healthcare Technology Specialist, preparing students to work in information technology in the healthcare field.

Paper-based testingStep 1: Pre-registration REQUIRED• From any computer, log on to www.GED123.org • Follow pre-registration instructions. • Confirmation will be sent to your email account. Step 2: Registration • Print confirmation from email and bring it with you to

718 Hamilton Street, Allentown, PA to reserve your seat. • Make a non-refundable $85.00 payment to LCCC. We accept

check, money order, or credit card (Visa, Master Charge, Discover, or American Express).

• Bring a valid government-issued photo ID (driver’s license). Proof of Pennsylvania residency is required.

Call 610-799-1940 for dates, times, and additional information, if needed. Tests are scheduled during the evening and daytime.Computer-based testing is also available at the Donley Center through Pearson Vue.

Center for Career Pathways and Literacy

Official GED Testing

Examen Oficial de GEDLa registracion se hace con la recepcionista del Donley Center. 610-799-1940

August

Call or check www.lccc.edu/gedtest for more information.

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Center for Career Pathways and Literacy

General Education Development (GED)

CAREER PATHWAYSOur FREE Career Pathways Program is designed to help students along the path to a career in a high priority occupation. ESL and GED curricula is work-focused, based on the needs of industries

in the Lehigh Valley.

Bridge ProgramsCollege Preparation

1:1 Educational Support Services

CCTIJim Thorpe, PA570-325-4140

LCCC Donley CenterAllentown, PA610-799-1965

For more information, visit www.lccc.edu/ged

• Career Pathways ABE, Pre-GED, and GED Prep (FREE)• Integrated Skills for Business and Technology (FREE)• Mathematics for the GED (February) • GED Preparation in Spanish (January)

GED classes are available at the following locations:

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Prior to enrollment, students must complete a placement test. Complete an ESL information sheet at LCCC’s Donley Center to receive ESL placement testing information.

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE• Career Pathways ESL (FREE)• ESL 1 (January, March, May)• ESL 2 (January, March, May)• Speaking Skills for English Language Learners (January, May)• Reduce Your Accent (February)• Credit Prep ESL (January, June)

Center for Career Pathways and LiteracyEnglish as a Second Language (ESL)

Help adult students build their reading, writing, math, and language skills. Tutors are needed to work with students at least 3 hours per week. Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree

or be working towards one. For more information call 610-799-1216.

Volunteer as a Tutor in the Career Pathways ESL and GED Programs.

For more information, visit www.lccc.edu/esl.

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Languages

Language courses for Spring 2013: • Arabic I (February)• Beginning Spanish-A (February)• Beginning Spanish-B (February)• Chinese I (February)• French for Travelers (March)• Irish (February)• Italian I (February)• Italian for Travelers (March)• Japanese I (April)• Sign Language (February)• Spanish for Healthcare Professionals (March)• Spanish Society (February)• Spanish Open House (January)• Think Spanish/Speak Spanish (February)

In an increasingly interconnected global community, the demandfor bilingual conversancy in the workplace is inarguable. In your personal life, familiarity with the language of the country you are traveling to goes far at maximizing the pleasure from your trip. Our Spanish classes are designed to give you exactly what you need – at any given point – in Spanish language education.

Spanish Open HouseLAN 622-50 Monday, January 14, 7-8PM

Donley Center, 718 Hamilton Street, Allentown

Did you take Spanish in high school and promise yourself you would take classes sometime in the future? Are you

planning on traveling to a Latin speaking country? Would you like to be able to converse with your friends, neighbors,

co-workers? Arturo Sobrino, LCCC’s seasoned Spanish instructor, will be on hand to help determine which class

would be best suited for your specific needs.

This event is free, but you must register!Call 610-799-1197

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The satisfaction and pleasure one derives from creating a thing of beauty can never be overstated. When life is stressful, the quality of our free time becomes critical. Artists in their own right are teaching our arts and crafts classes and you can avail yourself of their vast knowledge and experience in the field.Arts and Crafts courses in Spring 2013: • Crocheting (April)• Jewelry Making (March)• Knitting (March)

• Trompe L’Oeil (February)• Woodturning (February)

Arts and Crafts

Personal Interest

Indulge your passion - take up a new instrument, pick up a paint brush or raise your voice in song.

Drawing and Painting

Experience the wonderful world of watercolor in this beginner class. Bring a picture you have always wanted to paint and learn how to create a masterpiece!

Fine Arts courses in Spring 2013: • NEW! Drawing and Painting (February)• Guitar with Roger Latzgo (January)• Tri-Cees Community Chorale (January)

Fine Arts

Jewelry Making

Learn the basic techniques for making hand-wrought iron jewelry - soldering, bending, forming, filing and polishing. All tools will be supplied.


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Personal Interest

It is no longer trendy to want to prepare something unusual for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion – it has become a way of life for so many foodies. The variety of cooking experiences we offer is sure to satiate any of your palates. And if wine or cocktails are your pleasure, step right up to the bar!

Cooking courses in Spring 2013: • 30 Minute Meals (March)• Around the World in Beers

(April)• Cake Decorating (March)• Cheeses of Europe (May)• Cupcakes (March)• Gluten Free Cooking (April)• Italian Soul Food (April)• Kiffles (March)• Knife Skills (March)• Low Carb Cooking (February)

• Nut Roll (February)• NEW! Paellas of Spain

(February)• Scrumptious Brunch (February)• Soup Suppers (February)• Value Wines of California

(March)• Value Wines of South America

(April)• Value Wines of Spain and

Portugal (May)• Vegetarian Comfort Food (May)• Wine and Food Pairing (April)

Cooking

Paellas of Spain

A truly international one dish wonder - perfect for entertaining a large crowd. Once you learn the basics, you will turn out countless classics using seafood, beef and vegetables. Delightful Spanish wines will be paired with each dish.


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Open any magazine or turn on the television or radio and some health expert is extolling the virtues of moving your body on a regular basis. What is critical to sticking with an exercise program is your pleasure in the activity and nothing contributes to this more than the anticipation of sharing the experience with others in a relaxed, socially-conducive atmosphere.

Ballroom Latin III

Mambo! Salsa and Samba! Want a great date with your special someone? This class meets in our beautiful new dance studio with a state-of-the-art sound system. Couples only.

Personal InterestFitness: Body & Soul

Fitness: Body & Soul courses in Spring 2013: • Balance and Mobility

(February) • Ballroom Sampler I (March)• Ballroom Sampler II

(February)• Ballroom Latin III (April)• Belly Dancing (February)• Couch Potato (February,

March)

• Dance at Your Wedding (April)• Golf (June)• Hula Hoop (February, March,

April)• Hypnosis for Natural Weight

Loss (March)• Piloxing (January, March, April)• Simply Stretch (February,

March)

Dance at your Wedding

Learn the fundamentals of ballroom so you and your new spouse will be more at ease on the dance floor. Learn how to listen to music and identify rhythms. Couples only!


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Personal InterestAs the hard, cold ground gives way to some warmer days, the urge to get down in the dirt becomes irresistible. But gardening is not just for spring! These courses are terrific “garden tools” to address the realities of your specific properties and help you achieve the distinctive look you want for your yard – front and back.

• NEW! Butterflies and Hummingbirds (May)

• NEW! Container Gardening (May)

• NEW! Pasture Management (April)

• NEW! Plan and Plant a Vegetable Garden (March)

• NEW! Roses: Care and Maintenance Simplified (April)

• NEW! Seed Starting (February)• NEW! Table top Terrariums

(February)• NEW! Toxic Plants: Livestock and

Horses (April)• NEW! Worm Composting

(March)

House and Garden

House and Garden courses in Spring 2013:

Digital photography has forever transformed photography and the art of taking a picture. The courses we are offering this semester will educate the first-time digital camera owner and resurrect your sleeping ambitions to take your photographic skills up a notch!

Photography courses in Spring 2013: • Better Travel Photos (April) • Creating Visually-Stunning

Images (May)• Digital Cameras (February)

Photography

Pasture ManagementExciting new research is generating changes in recommendations for environmental practices on horse farms. Arm yourself with the most current information for your farm, horse and environment. Pasture forage growth, biology, management, benefits of grazing, grazing health risks, rotating and resting pastures to maintain healthy pastures, adding sacrifice to your farm plan, reseeding pastures and identifying and selecting forage species - will all be addressed in this unique class.

Create Visually-Stunning ImagesEach week, students will be given a “shooting assignment” and asked to bring 3-4 images of their work to class for critique. Two field trips where learned skills are applied are included. Visit the work of the instructor at www.delmorganphoto.com.

www.lccc.edu/community-education/center-personal-interests/house-garden

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We hear that every semester folks are particularly interested in what new courses we offer in this catch-all area. Sometimes, you may see a course title for something you never even thought could be a course!

PotpourriPersonal Interest

• Backyard Chickens (March)• Blogging 101 (March)• Homebrewing 101 (February)• NEW! Rover Makeover (March)• NEW! Starting a Website on a Shoestring

(February)

Potpourri courses in Spring 2013:

Rover MakeoverLearn the basics of grooming and save some money! Nail clipping, ear cleaning, ear plucking, dental care, gland care, proper brushing and trimming techniques will all be covered. Learn how to properly maintain your dog in between grooming appointments and spot problems before they become major issues. Keep your canine friends looking and feeling their best!

Professional Ethics (March)Standards of ethical conduct are examined and applied to several case studies. This course will address the complex issues that frequently arise in contemporary engineering practice. (3 PDHs)

Youth courses in Spring 2013:• Running for Life (April)• SAT Prep (March)

Youth

Continuing Education Professional Development Hours (PDH) for Engineers

Technical Writing (April)This course will make the technical writing process efficient, clear and logical. Your documents and presentations will become more concise and compelling. Special attention will be on structure and organization, specifically focusing on flow and appropriate transitions. (3 PDHs)

www.lccc.edu/community-education/center-personal-interests/potpourri

www.lccc.edu/community-education/center-personal-interests/youth

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TUITIONNoncredit tuition fees are the same for residents and nonresidents.

WHEN TO REGISTERLehigh Carbon Community College urges you to register as early as possible and at least ten days prior to the class’ start date. Minimum enrollment is required for classes to be held; classes with inadequate enrollment are cancelled eight days prior to the start date. If you choose to register within several days of a course start date, we recommend that you call Noncredit Registration at 610-799-1197 to verify course details, space availability, location, and any special instructions.

ROOM ASSIGNMENTSTo receive your room assignment at Schnecksville within two days of your first class, please call our recorded reporting system at 610-799-1148 (Touch-Tone phone required). When prompted, enter the code corresponding to your first day of class: Monday, 1; Tuesday, 2; Wednesday, 3; Thursday, 4; Friday, 5; Saturday, 6; or Sunday, 7. If you prefer, visit Enrollment Services, AD 124, on your way to class or call 610-799-1197 for your room assignment. At Donley Center, Carbon Center, and Morgan Center, room assignments are posted at entry on night of class.

TEXTBOOKSWhen textbooks are required, they should be purchased before attending class. They can be purchased at the bookstore on the second level of the Academic Resource Center on the main campus in Schnecksville. You can also purchase books online. (Go to www.lccc.edu/bookstore.) When the cost of the textbook is included in the course fee, books will be available immediately before the first class meeting: Schnecksville campus on weekdays, bookstore, Academic Resource Center, 2nd floor; Schnecksville campus on Saturdays, at class; Donley Center, reception desk; Carbon Center, reception desk; and Morgan Center, reception desk.

PARKINGOn Schnecksville campus, students may park in Lots A, D, E, F, and G. Please observe signs and avoid restricted areas. Please display portion of receipt on dashboard as directed.

REFUND POLICYIf you must withdraw from a class, you can receive a full refund, minus cost of textbook if included in course fee, provided you have informed Noncredit Registration in writing before the beginning of the second class. For classes that meet only once, refunds will be given only if requested prior to the start of the class. All refunds are issued by college check.

TAX DEDUCTIONYou may receive a tax deduction for expenses of continuing professional education undertaken to maintain and improve professional skills. Consult with your tax advisor for allowable deductions.

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Registration InformationCANCELLATION POLICYIf your class is cancelled, we will notify you as soon as possible. You may transfer to another section of class or receive a full refund. Cancellation of classes due to bad weather is announced on major local radio stations or on the homepage of our website at www.lccc.edu. If the college is closed, makeup dates will be arranged through the instructor.

SENIOR CITIZEN POLICYCitizens who are at least 60 years old and live in a sponsoring school district may be eligible for a 50% tuition discount. Conditions for reduced tuition are as follows:1. A senior citizen must show proof of age the first time he or she registers.2. Course must have sufficient enrollment of paying students.3. Enrollment for reduced tuition must not cause the class size to exceed enrollment limitations.4. Lab fees for consumable items must be paid by all students to the instructor at the first class. Required textbooks must be purchased by all students.5. This tuition policy does not apply to those noncredit courses in which the college incurs a cost per student or where so noted. Senior citizen registration will take place on the day a course is scheduled to begin. A class scheduled to begin in the morning may be registered for on the previous evening. Also, a senior citizen electing to pay in order to guarantee a seat in class must pay full tuition.

SERVICES FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIESAccess and academic accommodations for students with disabilities may be requested through the office of Disability Support Services by calling 610-799-1156. Persons requesting accommodations must present appropriate documentation from a qualified authority or institution indicating the nature and extent of the disability and recommendations for accommodating the disability. For more information, please visit: www.lccc.edu/disability.

THREE WAYS TO REGISTER1. ONLINE: a) Go to www.lccc.edu b) Click on Continuing Ed/Noncredit c) Select the appropriate category, then go to online enrollment d) Click on search courses; Term Spring 2013 e) Add courses to list, sign in, check out.

2. IN PERSON:Register in person in Enrollment Services in the Administration Building on LCCC’s main campus or at Donley, Carbon, or Morgan Centers. Please bring your Social Security number, course selections, and payment or charge card. Please use only check or charge at off-campus sites.

3. PURCHASE ORDER:Organizations enrolling staff for training and development purposes will be invoiced if a purchase order number is provided. For registration assistance, contact our Enrollment Office: [email protected] or call 610-799-1197.

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