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table of contentsWELCOME 01PERSONAL ENRICHMENT

ARTS & CRAFTS 02COMPUTERS 02DANCE 03FOOD 03KIDS’ COLLEGE 03LANGUAGE & CULTURE 03GENERAL INTEREST 04

CAREER TRAINING 05ONLINE TRAINING

BUSINESS 07COMPUTER APPLICATIONS 08HEALTH CARE 09INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 10LANGUAGES 11LEGAL 12TEST PREP 12PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT 13

FINANCING OPTIONS 15REGISTRATION INFORMATION 16REGISTRATION FORM 17

“Nobody can go back and start a new beginning, but anyonecan start today and make a new ending.”

~Maria Robinson

Greetings and Happy New Year from ContinuingEducation at Pennsylvania Highlands Community College.

The start of a new year is a time of reflection and resolve;a time of hope and change, and an opportunity for newbeginnings. Our Continuing Education brochure offers awide array of courses that are perfect for helping youachieve the personal and professional goals you have setfor yourself this year. Whether you want to learn a skill ordiscover a new hobby, advance in your current career,train for a new career, or begin earning college credittoward a degree, the classes and programs offered in thisbrochure will put you on the path to success in 2016!

The new year brings exciting changes for our ContinuingEducation program as well, from the new look of ourprinted brochure and the offerings within, to our newonline registration and payment options. New course

offerings can be found throughout these pages in Arts & Crafts (page 2), Languages (page 3), General Interest(page 4), and more! For information on the latestdepartment and course updates throughout the year visit the Continuing Education page on our website andsign-up to receive our e-newsletter.

Finally, as you browse through our brochure you maynotice that many of our personal interest classes begin inthe spring months, but there’s no need to wait until thesnow melts. Winter is the perfect time to try an online class.On pages 7-13 you will find a small sample of thehundreds of online classes we have available. So what areyou waiting for? Join us at Pennsylvania HighlandsCommunity College and start writing a new ending today!

Cordially,

Valerie WojcikContinuing Education Manager

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ARTS & CRAFTS

BOTTLE ARTMake beautiful art while learning the basics of glasscutting! You’ll be introduced to basic tools, safety,bottle cutting, and glass etching, from an instructorwith over 10 years of experience making and sellingbottle art. Appropriate for adults and children ages13 and up. Tuition includes the materials.Tues., 3/29-4/12, 6-8pm, Richland, $59, ZAC 057

JEWELRY MAKINGOur seasoned instructor will guide you through theprocess of designing and creating your own custom-made jewelry from the basics (earrings andnecklaces) to more advanced jewelry such as ringsand wire bending. Tuition includes the materials.Mon., 4/4-4/25, 6-8:30pm, Richland, $49, ZAC 056

LEARN TO CROCHETDiscover the basics of crocheting and patternreading. In no time at all you’ll be prepared to makeanything from blankets to swimsuits! A materials listwill be provided at registration.Wed., 3/30-4/20, 6-8:30pm, Richland, $49, ZAC 055

*NEW* PAINTED BIRD HOUSE WORKSHOPJoin us for a fun, relaxing evening and leave with ahand-painted bird house to help welcome spring!Appropriate for adults and children ages 13 and up.Materials list provided at registration.Tues., 4/5, 6-8pm, Richland, $15, ZAC 059

*NEW* SOLAR LIGHT DECOR WORKSHOPYou’ve seen them at craft shows, now learn to makeyour own for a fraction of the price! Our instructorwill teach you how to assemble your project andyou will take home your own hand-made decor,perfect for spring! Appropriate for adults andchildren ages 15 and up. Tuition includes thematerials. Seating is limited!Tues., 4/19, 6-8:30pm, Richland, $35, ZAC 058

COMPUTERS

iPADS FOR THE NEW USERDid you recently get a new iPad but are unsure howto use it? Learn to use the basic functions, how tosync your iPad with other devices, and more. Pleasebring your own iPad.Tues., 4/5, 6-8pm, Richland, $25, ZCO 019

iPADS: BEYOND THE BASICSLet’s move beyond the basics and discover thepower that lies within your iPad! Apps, editing, andmany more useful tips and tricks will be covered!Please bring your own iPad.Tues., 4/12, 6-8pm, Richland, $25, ZCO 021

MICROSOFT EXCEL 2013, LEVEL IGain the necessary skills to create, edit, format, andprint basic worksheets. Upon successful completion,you will be able to create a basic worksheet,perform calculations in a worksheet, modify aworksheet, modify the appearance of data within aworksheet, manage workbooks, and print thecontent of a worksheet. The textbook is included inthe tuition.Tues/Thurs., 4/5-4/12, 6-9pm, Somerset, $129, CED 572

MICROSOFT EXCEL 2013, LEVEL IIGain advanced skill sets necessary for calculatingdata using functions and formulas, sorting andfiltering data, using PivotTables and PivotCharts foranalyzing data, and customizing workbooks. Uponsuccessful completion, you will be able to useadvanced formulas, organize worksheet and tabledata, create and modify charts, analyze data usingPivotTables, Slicers, and PivotCharts, insert andmodify graphic objects in a worksheet, andcustomize and enhance workbooks. The textbook isincluded in the tuition.Tues/Thurs., 4/19-4/26, 6-9pm, Somerset, $129, CED 573

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DANCE

CHA-CHA, RUMBA, AND SALSA, BEGINNERLearn Salsa so you can join the fun at some of theSalsa clubs in Pittsburgh. Cha-Cha is a staccato,flirtatious dance that encourages the dancers tohave fun with each other. Rumba is a romantic andmore sensuous dance that allows the dancers toshare more intimate dancing.Tues., 3/8-4/12*, 8-9pm, Richland, $67 per couple,ZDA 027 *No class 3/22

DANCING TO SLOW MUSICWhen the music tempo slows down, we all want totake our partner onto the dance floor and into ourarms to enjoy the music. This course offers some verynice romantic moves which take a couple beyondthe bear-hug-squeeze.Tues., 2/2-3/1, 8-9pm, Richland, $67 per couple, ZDA 024

DANCING WITH A PARTNER, BEGINNERDesigned for couples, this course emphasizes how tomove with each other on the dance floor, providingbasic patterns and an introduction to the mostpopular types of dances. Learn lead and followtechniques and what to listen for to determinewhich dance type goes with the music. The pace oflearning moves along, but review is done regardingthe previous material learned.Tues., 2/2-3/1, 6-7pm, Richland, $67 per couple, ZDA 001

DANCING WITH A PARTNER, LEVEL IIPrerequisite: Dancing with a Partner, Beginner or Pre-Bronze American Style Smooth Dancing.Tues., 3/8-4/12*, 6-7pm, Richland, $67 per couple,ZDA 005 *No class 3/22

SWING & JITTERBUG, BEGINNERWhether it’s the music from the big bands, the oldiesor current top forties, many songs are written forswing or jitterbug. Learn basic patterns, lead andfollow techniques, and how to recognize whichmusic is for swing or jitterbug dancing.Tues., 2/2-3/1, 7-8pm, Richland, $67 per couple, ZDA 026

SWING & JITTERBUG, LEVEL IIPrerequisite: Swing & Jitterbug, Beginner.Tues., 3/8-4/12*, 7-8pm, Richland, $67 per couple,ZDA 028 *No class 3/22

FOOD

NUT ROLLSBring your apron and rolling pin and join instructorAllegra Slick as you learn how to make thistraditional sweet bread pastry. The cost of suppliesand ingredients is included in the tuition.Mon., 3/14, 6-8:30pm, Richland, $39, ZFS 052

ONE-DAY SERVSAFE CERTIFICATIONThis course meets PA licensure guidelines. You mustcomplete 7.5 hours of self/home study prior to thecourse. You must sign an affidavit stating that youhave participated in 7.5 hours of home study prior totaking the course. The required textbook is availableat the College book store. A valid photo ID isneeded for the exam. Registration is necessary twoweeks prior to the date of the course. Mon., 4/11, 8:30am-4:30pm, Richland, $90, CED 135Required textbook: ServSafe Manager with AnswerSheet (6th Edition), ISBN: 9780133908374

KIDS’ COLLEGE

SAFE SITTER® BABYSITTING CERTIFICATIONSafe Sitter® teaches young teens (11-14) everythingthey need to know to be safe when they’re homealone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting.Learn life-saving skills such as how to rescuesomeone who’s choking, and helpful informationlike what to do if there’s severe weather. The lessonsare filled with fun activities and role-playingexercises. You’ll use manikins to practice CPR!Sat., 4/9-4/16, 9am-1pm, Richland, $69, ZKC 017

LANGUAGE & CULTURE

AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE, LEVEL IThis course is an introduction to American SignLanguage. This course will provide information ondeaf culture, the basics of American SignLanguage, and conversation starters.Mon., 2/8-3/21*, 6-8pm, Richland, $75, ZLC 001*No class 2/15

AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE, LEVEL IIThis course will continue expanding your vocabularyof American Sign Language. You will also beginsigning during class with no spoken English. Prerequisite: American Sign Language, Level I.Mon., 3/28-5/2, 6-8pm, Richland, $75, ZLC 002

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GENERAL INTEREST

*NEW* DIGGING DEEPER INTO YOUR DSLR CAMERAWe've had so many requests for a follow up to ChrisHay’s beginner classes, so here it is! There’ssomething for everybody in this informative class.We’ll look at more of the camera menu items andfeatures of your camera along with a further look atexposure, color balance control, lighting, andcomposition. Equipment should include a true DSLRcamera and accessory lens(es). Nikon or Canoncameras are recommended. Portable flash units area bonus. The owner’s manual is a must, too! Tues., 4/12-4/26, 6-8:30pm, Somerset, $79, ZGI 061

DIGITAL PHOTO BASICSJoin long-time photography instructor CharlesRametta as you learn how to transfer your photosfrom camera to computer, e-mail them to friends,upload them to Facebook, and perform basicadjustments with a simple editing program. You’llneed to bring your camera with photos and a USBcable, or a memory card with stored photos.Wed., 4/6-4/20,10am-12pm, Richland, $49, ZGI 041

PHOTOGRAPHY FOR BEGINNERSWhether you just bought a new camera or wouldlike to learn how to use your camera moreeffectively, instructor Charles Rametta explainseverything you need to know! Learn basiccomposition and lighting along with camerahandling, lenses, aperture, and shutter speeds. Anydigital camera is welcome. Bring your manual and abasic understanding of how your camera operates.An outdoor shooting session will be included ifweather permits!Thurs., 3/3-4/14*, 6-8pm, Richland, $69, ZGI 032*No class 3/24

*NEW* PHOTOSHOP TAKE 2This class will expand on previous beginnerPhotoshop classes, but we plan to touch on many ofthe basic tools in four weeks along with a few morehidden tricks! Although there are many older andbasic versions of Photoshop, we will be focusing onlyon the full version of Photoshop i.e. CS5, CS6, andCreative Cloud (CC 2014 and CC 2015). Note: Youmust bring your own laptop, loaded with a fullversion of Photoshop (not Photoshop Elements) aswell as have a basic understanding of how tooperate your laptop.Tues., 3/8-4/5*, 6-8pm, Somerset, $99, ZGI 062*No class 3/22

AN INTRODUCTION TO VOICEOVERSThis introductory workshop covers the different typesof voiceovers and what tools are needed to findsuccess. Receive coaching and a professionalvoiceover evaluation. This course is taught by aprofessional voice actor from the Voice ActingTraining Company, Voices For All.Thurs., 3/3, 6-8pm, Richland, $49, ZGI 003

SOCIAL MEDIA FOR BUSINESSESLearners will be able to identify different marketingstrategies used in social media and compare andcontrast marketing strategies through social mediaand traditional marketing strategies. You will also beable to describe your online consumers and createa marketing calendar appropriate for their needs,develop a strategy to market to your onlineconsumers, and develop a positive online presencethrough appropriate social media etiquette and astrong brand.Thurs., 4/14, 12-2pm, Somerset, $39, CED 042

*NEW* BE A MEDICAL ADVOCATE FOR YOURSELFThis course will teach you to be part of your ownhealth care team. Learn how to ensure that you arereceiving the best and safest care you are entitledto by medical professionals and health carefacilities. Involvement in your care is critical; it couldsave your life.Wed., 4/6-4/27, 10am-12pm, Richland, $45, ZGI 058

*NEW* END OF LIFE CAREThis course provides you with the knowledge andskills to effectively meet the needs of individuals whoare experiencing chronic, terminal illnesses. Thisprogram builds skills and competencies, while alsodeveloping an interdisciplinary perspective on end-of-life care.Tues., 4/5-4/26, 6-9pm, Richland, $65, ZGI 059

*NEW* FIVE WISHES WORKSHOPThe Five Wishes document gives you a way tocontrol something very important - how you aretreated if you get seriously ill. It is an easy-to-complete form that lets you say exactly what youwant. Once it is filled out and properly signed it isvalid under the laws of most states. The Five Wisheshas been featured on CNN and NBC's Today Showand in pages of Time and Money. Learn what FiveWishes is, how it can help you and your family, andlearn what to do after you’ve completed the form.Five Wishes workbook included in the tuition.Tues., 3/15, 9:30-10:30am, Richland, $10, ZGI 060

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EKG TECHNICIANTrain to become an EKG Technician and to take theASPT–EKG Technician exam. This course will includeimportant practice and background information onanatomy and physiology of the heart, medicaldisease processes, medical terminology, medicalethics, legal aspects of patient contact,electrocardiography, and stress testing. You willpractice with EKG equipment and perform hands-on labs including introduction to the function andproper use of the EKG machine, the normalanatomy of the chest wall for proper leadplacement, 12-lead placement, and other clinicalpractices.Tues/Thurs., 2/16-4/28*, 6-8:30pm, Richland, $999,CED 114 *No class 3/22 & 3/24*This program is eligible for a 4-month payment planand continuing education loans are available tothose who qualify.*

PERSONAL TRAINER CERTIFICATIONTake on a career that you can be proud of whileearning a great living as a certified personal trainer.This course is taught over a 5-week period, with theNational Exam held on the 6th week. Each weekconsists of 3 hours of in-class learning followed by 3hours of hands-on training. Proof of CPR and a 30-hour internship (upon successful completion of thecourse) will prepare you to work successfully in thefitness field.Sat., 3/12-4/23*, 9am-4pm, Richland, $749, CED 546*No class 3/26Required Textbook: Fitness Professional's Handbook(6th Edition), ISBN: 9781450411172*This program is eligible for a 3-month payment planand continuing education loans are available tothose who qualify.*

PHARMACY TECHNICIANPrepare to work as a pharmacy technician and totake the PTCB exam. Course content includespharmacy medical terminology, the history ofpharmacy, the pharmacy practice in multipleenvironments, pharmacy calculations andmeasurements, reading and interpretingprescriptions, and defining drugs by generic andbrand names.Mon/Wed., 2/22-5/2*, 6-8:30pm, Richland, $999, CED 111 *No class 3/23*This program is eligible for a 4-month payment planand continuing education loans are available tothose who qualify.*

PHLEBOTOMYPhlebotomy I provides in-class lecture and hands-onstudent laboratory. Topics of discussion includeuniversal precautions and safety, special collectionprocedures, handling and processing of specimens,anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, andcommunication skills. You will learn manual skills toperform venipuncture and skin puncture techniquesand the didactic training to assure qualityspecimens.

Phlebotomy II encompasses 100 clinical hours at alocal hospital. You must successfully completePhlebotomy I and Phlebotomy II to qualify for thenational certification exam application. Hospitalsrequire the following, which is not covered in thecost: scrubs, malpractice insurance, criminalbackground check, FBI fingerprinting, child abuseclearance, urine drug screen, Hepatitis Bvaccination, and certain health requirements/tests.Phlebotomy I: Mon/Wed., 2/22-5/2*, 5-9pm,Richland, CED 180.01 *No class 3/23Phlebotomy II: 5/16-7/25, Hospital, CED 181.01$1,558

Phlebotomy I: Tues/Thurs., 4/19-6/23, 5-9pm,Somerset, CED 180.02Phlebotomy II: 7/7-9/15, Hospital, CED 181.02$1,558Required Textbook: Phlebotomy Essentials (6thEdition), ISBN: 9781451194524*This program is eligible for a 5-month payment planand continuing education loans are available tothose who qualify.*

VETERINARY ASSISTANTLearn the ins and outs of working as an assistant in asmall animal veterinary hospital. Topics include, butare not limited to animal restraint, contagiousdiseases, vaccination schedules, parasitology,wound care, giving injections and oral medications,monitoring anesthesia, assisting with surgery,common medications, basic nutrition, raisingorphaned puppies and kittens, and client relations.The course will include labs, lectures, and exams.Mastery of these skills will prepare you to apply forjobs at veterinary hospitals. A clinical rotation is alsoincluded in the program. Note: This program doesnot include a national or state certification.Tues/Thurs., 2/2-5/3, 10am-12pm, Richland, $750,CED 112 *No class 3/15 & 3/17*This program is eligible for a 3-month payment planand continuing education loans are available tothose who qualify.*

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BUSINESS

A TO Z GRANT WRITINGThis course will equip you with the skills and tools youneed for the exciting field of grant writing. You'lllearn how to raise needed funds by discovering howand where to look for potential funders who are agood match for your organization. You'll also learnhow to network and develop true partnerships witha variety of funders, how to organize a successfulgrant writing campaign, and how to put together acomplete proposal package. You'll find the A to Z ofwriting and submitting successful proposals here.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

ACCOUNTING FUNDAMENTALSWhether you're a sole proprietor looking to manageyour business finances or you simply want to gain anunderstanding of accounting basics for careeradvancement or for personal use, this course willgive you a solid foundation in financial matters. We'llcover all the bases, from writing checks to preparingan income statement and closing out accounts atthe end of each fiscal period.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

ENTREPRENEURSHIP CERTIFICATEBoost your chances of success for your new or smallbusiness and reduce your risks. Get the latest onplanning your business, brainstorming business ideas,and a checklist for going into business. Then learnhow to create a business plan, including assessingbusiness feasibility and preparing the managementand financial plans. Take home a step-by-stepapproach to attract and keep customers, with anemphasis on customer-driven marketing decisionsand building a strong brand.4/4-7/1, $495Register by calling 814.262.3815

PROJECT MANAGEMENT @ E-SPEEDWith accelerated schedules driving manytechnology projects today, the smart projectmanagers must rapidly retool their skill set. Thiscourse offers a breakthrough model for dealing withthe realities of managing projects at supersonicspeeds. Learn to meet and win the challenges oftruncated timelines, short-staffed project teams,skimpy budgets, and crippling risks.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

SIX SIGMA: TOTAL QUALITY APPLICATIONSYou'll learn how to define, plan, implement, andclose a Six Sigma project. You'll also learn to useprocess capability and how to apply lean thinking.And you'll understand the basics of advanced SixSigma tools such as sampling, design of experiments(DOE), analysis of variance (ANOVA), hypothesistesting, control charts, and probability distributions.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

SMALL BUSINESS MARKETING ON A SHOESTRINGWhen it comes to marketing for small businesses,money isn't everything! You'll learn how to use thesame marketing tricks the big companies employ,without making a big dent in your wallet. As youbuild your own customized marketing plan step-by-step, you'll discover how to attract your targetaudiences, entice customers to buy your product orservice, and keep buyers coming back for more.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

SUPERVISORY AND LEADERSHIP CERTIFICATELearn about effective delegation, performancemanagement, and writing performance reviews.Discuss the specifics of the supervisor's role andresponsibilities, and strategies for improving youroverall effectiveness as a leader.4/6-5/27, $3956/1-7/24, $395Register by calling 814.262.3815

USING SOCIAL MEDIA IN BUSINESSDiscover the five most popular social mediaplatforms—Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Pinterest,and Google+—and study secrets for using them topromote your business. Discover how you can builda social media team and automate activities sothat you can leverage the power of social mediawithout adding another full-time job to your plate.And finally, you'll gain techniques for measuring andtracking your social media success.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

ONLINE TRAINING


COMPUTER APPLICATIONS

INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT PROJECTDiscover how to effectively plan, implement, andcontrol projects using Microsoft Project. You'll learnhow to use Microsoft Project to think through andorganize your project's details, plan a schedule,sequence tasks, produce a baseline, assignresources and costs, track your progress, identifyand analyze variances, and revise your project plan.Available in 2010 or 2013. $108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT PUBLISHERLearn how to design professional publications,including newsletters, fliers, and brochures. You willcreate documents from scratch, but you'll also learnhow to modify existing templates so you can createcustomized documents more easily. Finally, you'lllearn all about printing your publications and how toshare Publisher documents electronically. Availablein 2010 or 2013.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

INTRODUCTION TO PHOTOSHOPArtists, photographers, designers, and hobbyists allrely on Adobe Photoshop for image creation andediting. Discover the fastest and most effective waysto use Photoshop from an expert and formercolumnist for Photoshop User magazine. Available inCS5 or CS6.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

INTERMEDIATE PHOTOSHOPTake your Adobe Photoshop skills to the next level bymastering layers, layer masks, Smart Objects, andother advanced features that let you re-edit imageseasily. Whether you're a photographer who wants touse Photoshop to edit photos, a scrapbooker, or anartist, this course will teach you the building blocksyou need to unleash your creativity. Available in CS5or CS6.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

INTRODUCTION TO QUICKBOOKSGain control of your business as you learn to use thispowerful accounting software to create and printinvoices, track your payables and receivables, andmore. Whether you're new to QuickBooks or havealready used earlier versions of this accountingsoftware program, this course will empower you totake control of the financial accounting for yourbusiness. Available in 2013, 2014, or 2015.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

INTERMEDIATE QUICKBOOKSThis course covers QuickBooks' more advancedfeatures and applications, including how to enterprice levels for inventory, track discounts andcredits, and manage journal entries. This course willmake you more confident and secure in accountingfor your business. Available in 2013, 2014, or 2015.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

INTRODUCTION TO WINDOWS 10Windows 10 is the new operating system which offersa more robust, more powerful, and completelyunique computing experience. Learn to use thispowerful operating system, including how tocustomize your desktop, manage files and folders,and navigate the Web with the new Microsoft Edgebrowser. From finding files and folders, to organizingand editing photos, to managing files on externaldrives, you'll learn everything you need to knowabout getting the most from this operating system.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

PHOTOSHOP ELEMENTS FOR THE DIGITALPHOTOGRAPHERLearn how to use Adobe Photoshop Elements tosuccessfully edit and fix your photos and images.You'll learn how to use Adobe Photoshop Elementsto do everything from quick fixes to detailedenhancements that will greatly improve the look ofyour images. Even if you've got no image-editingexperience, this class will take you from novice toaccomplished user. Available in Elements 11 or 12.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

online training

MICROSOFT OFFICE 2016 COURSES NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE!

Offerings include Access, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word. Classes begin monthly.To register: www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc


HEALTH CARE

CERTIFICATE IN FOOD, NUTRITION, & HEALTHIn this certificate program, you'll gain a holisticoverview of current food and nutrition issues andtheir impact on physical, social, emotional, andspiritual health. You'll gain insight into how foodinteracts with our bodies on multiple levels—physical, mental-emotional, and spiritual—as well asthe impact it has globally.$99 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

CERTIFICATE IN STRESS MANAGEMENTExplore the physiological, social, and psychologicalimpacts of stress and study modalities to get stressunder control. Examine the relationship betweenstress and health, nutrition, and physical activity,and discover how stress can develop in theworkplace. You’ll acquire strategies and therapiesto reduce and manage stress.$87 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

HIPAA COMPLIANCEIn this course, we'll demystify the complianceprocess. We'll focus specifically on theAdministrative Simplification portion of HIPAA,starting by defining the lingo of HIPAA,ARRA/HITECH, ASCA, ACA, and the OMNIBUS rules.While we're at it, we'll identify all the importantplayers. We'll focus on the Office for Civil Rights(OCR), HIPAA's watchdog organization, and learnabout the civil and criminal penalties for non-compliance.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGYThis course explains how the circulatory andrespiratory systems work together to provide ourbodies with the oxygen our tissues need, and howthey work together with the skin and kidneys to ridour bodies of waste. Learn how our bodies fight offdiseases, and how our digestive system converts thefood we eat into energy and the tissues of ourbodies. We'll also spend time on the endocrinesystem, which supplies the hormones we need forour survival, and the reproductive system, the groupof organs that allows life to be passed on to anothergeneration.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

ICD-10 FOR ICD-9 CODERSThis course includes both ICD-10 specific biomedicalsciences training as well as comprehensive code settraining to ensure you can effectively use the newcode set. Whether you just graduated from acoding program or took a coding course in the pastand are looking to re-enter the industry, this courseincludes the training you’ll need to update your skillsand be successful with the ICD-10 code set.$695Register by calling 814.262.3815

MEDICAL CODING & BILLINGApproved by the American Health InformationManagement Association, this program preparesyou for national certification and employment. Theadditional PCS training included in the program putsyou a step ahead in the job market because mostentry-level coding certificates do not include thisICD-10-PCS training. You'll be prepared to work inboth physician practices and hospitals, making youmore flexible as you consider job options, as well asadvancement opportunities. Successful graduatesare also often hired to work remotely immediatelyafter graduation by IOD Incorporated.$2,995 Medical Coding & Billing$3,395 Medical Coding & Billing with Applied PCS Register by calling 814.262.3815*This program is eligible for a payment plan andcontinuing education loans are available to thosewho qualify.*

MEDICAL TERMINOLOGYLearn medical terminology in a memorable andenjoyable fashion. This course teaches medicalterminology from an anatomical approach. Rootterms are divided by each body system. The origin,a combined form, and an example of non-medicaleveryday usage is provided for each root term.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION & EDITINGIn addition to developing medical transcription skills,you will also train as a specialized medicaltranscriptionist editor, preparing you for the future ofthe industry. You’ll practice on over 41 hours of real-life doctor dictations included in the program.$2,995Register by calling 814.262.3815*This program is eligible for a payment plan andcontinuing education loans are available to thosewho qualify.*

ONLINE TRAINING


INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

COMPUTER TECHNICIANGain the skills you need to earn CompTIA A+certification and start your career in the growingtechnology field; exam vouchers are included withthe program. Choose real-world training designedby experienced industry experts that can have youcareer ready in as little as 3 months.$1,995Register by calling 814.262.3815*This program is eligible for a payment plan andcontinuing education loans are available to thosewho qualify.*

CREATING WEB PAGESCreate and post your very own Web site on theInternet using HTML in this extensive, hands-oncourse. You'll also learn critical and timelyinformation on securing the best possible location insearch engine listings, and powerful no-cost or low-cost web marketing strategies.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

INTRODUCTION TO GOOGLE ANALYTICSLearn how to track and generate traffic to yourwebsite, create reports, and analyze data withGoogle's free, state-of-the-art Web analytics tool.Explore Google AdWords and other tools toenhance your traffic as well as your GoogleAnalytics reporting.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

INTRODUCTION TO NETWORKINGLearn the fundamentals of networking and preparefor a career in a new and fast-growing field. Uponcompletion, you will be capable of performing basiccomputer networking tasks, such as DSL connectivityor configuring connections to an Internet ServiceProvider.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

INTRODUCTION TO PC SECURITYLearn why you're at risk and what you can do toprotect your precious personal and business datafrom the outside world. This course, taught by asecurity expert, will quickly bring you up to speed onthe fundamentals of PC and network security. $108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

INTRODUCTION TO PC TROUBLESHOOTINGDon't spend your hard-earned cash on expensivePC repairs! This course takes you step-by-stepthrough the typical hardware and operating systemproblems encountered by technicians, teachingtroubleshooting techniques to decipher anyproblem, and giving you the skills you need to solvethem. The course also launches into some of themore advanced problems that crop up in the PC.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

INTRODUCTION TO SQLGain a solid working knowledge of the mostpowerful and widely used database programminglanguage. Learn about the basic structure ofrelational databases and how to read and writesimple and complex SQL statements and advanceddata manipulation techniques.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

INTERMEDIATE SQLExpand your knowledge of Structured QueryLanguage, the industry standard databaseprogramming language. By the end of this course,you'll be able to use a wide range of advanced SQLtechniques with confidence.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

INTRODUCTION TO VISUAL BASICLearn how to write code for Windows applicationsusing the Visual Basic programming language anddevelopment environment. $108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

INTERMEDIATE VISUAL BASICIf you're a Visual basic programmer who wants to gobeyond the introductory level to create thesophisticated and powerful programs business usersneed, this course is for you. $108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

WEB 2.0: BLOGS, WIKIS, AND PODCASTSLearn how to create your very own blog, and add apodcast too! All using the tools that you alreadyhave available on your computer. Discover thebenefits of using free web tools like Blogger,WordPress, Audacity, and YouTube.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

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LANGUAGES

BEGINNING CONVERSATIONAL FRENCHDiscover how easy it can be to learn commonwords and phrases for both leisure and business. Thiscourse will teach you how to communicate easilyand comfortably with those who speak French.Each lesson also includes cultural tips.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

CONVERSATIONAL JAPANESEWhether you want to learn conversational Japanesefor travel or just for fun, you'll find this course makes iteasy and enjoyable for beginners to master theessentials of the Japanese language.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

GRAMMAR FOR ESLIf English is your second language and you'reheaded to college, this course will teach you theprinciples of grammar and structure you'll need tosucceed. Topics include a review of all tenses, theuse of modals, the adjective clause, the nounclause, the adverb clause, phrases, count and non-count nouns, and some English terms.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

INSTANT ITALIANThis dynamic course will teach you how to expressyourself comfortably in Italian. You'll learn practical,everyday words and phrases that will make yourstay in Italy more enjoyable. You'll read, hear, andpractice dialogues based on typical situations thatyou're likely to encounter while staying in Italy.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

SPANISH FOR FOOD SERVICEThis course is designed for restaurant managers, waitstaff, cooks, and anyone working with Spanish-speaking employees and co-workers. In addition tobasic greetings and general Spanish vocabulary,the course also covers hiring, training, jobexpectations, job performance, accidents andemergencies, menu terms, meats, seafood, fruits,vegetables, beverages, service station, condiments,types of china and flatware, room set-up, andcleaning supplies.$165Register by calling 814.262.3815

SPANISH FOR LAW ENFORCEMENTMaster the fundamentals of the Spanish languageby practicing basic conversational skills and learningessential Spanish terminology for law enforcementsituations. Mastering basic Spanish will give youmore power to handle situations involving Spanish-speaking victims, witnesses, or criminals.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

SPANISH FOR MEDICAL PROFESSIONALSLearn medical Spanish quickly and easily, honingyour basic conversational skills, and mastering keyhealthcare words and phrases. $108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

SPANISH FOR MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS IIBuild on your foundation of Spanish for healthcareproviders by learning medical terminology andphrases from a variety of medical fields as well asSpanish grammar.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

SPEED SPANISHLearn six easy recipes to glue Spanish wordstogether into sentences, and you'll be engaging inconversational Spanish in no time.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

SPEED SPANISH IIA follow-up to our popular Speed Spanish course.Several new recipes help you continue buildingfluency.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

SPEED SPANISH IIIMaster your ability to speak, understand, and readSpanish by taking the final installment in our uniquethree-part Speed Spanish learning series. $108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

WRITING FOR ESLLearn about the entire writing process and its fivestages: pre-writing, outlining, writing, revising, andediting. Along the way, you will also gain importantcritical thinking skills and learn some techniques forwriting concisely.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

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LEGAL

EMPLOYMENT LAW FUNDAMENTALSLearn the basics of employment law so you canlegally hire, evaluate, and manage employees.Gain an inside view of the law with court examples,real situations, and prevention strategies thatprepare you to effectively resolve workplace issues.This course is a must for anyone who is (or aspires tobe) a supervisor, manager, or HR professional.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

INTRODUCTION TO CRIMINAL LAWThis course provides an in-depth look at criminal lawand the real world of prosecutors, defenseattorneys, and the paralegals who work closely withthem. Each lesson will also feature compellinginformation about the criminal justice system, in thewords of actual people who experience it everyday.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

PARALEGALThis program will prepare you for success in agrowing career field. You’ll learn about theAmerican legal system, how to conduct legalresearch and legal interviews, how to perform legalanalyses, and more. Your training will prepare you tobecome a legal secretary or paralegal and to takethe certification exam. All materials are included.$1,995Register at careertraining.ed2go.com/pennhighccor by calling 1.877.221.5151

REAL ESTATE LAWLearn the basics of real estate law, includinginvesting, title searching, and mortgages. You'll notonly master the essentials, but you'll receive hands-on applications and examples that will show youhow to use this knowledge in a day-to-day realestate practice or in personal real estate investing.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

WORKERS' COMPENSATIONGain essential skills and a solid understanding of oneof the fastest-growing areas in law. This coursepresents workers' compensation in a straightforwardand enjoyable manner.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

TEST PREP

GED® PREPARATIONThis course will help you analyze your strengths andweaknesses so you can focus your studying on theareas that you need most. You'll get the basics ofwhat you need to know to succeed on the fourGED® test modules.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

GMAT PREPARATIONTaking this course will provide you with test-takingtechniques and methods for improving your scoreand saving time on all GMAT question types. You'llreview the more familiar questions and learn how toapproach question types that may be new to you,like critical reasoning and data sufficiency.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

LSAT PREPARATION - PART 1Learn about law school entrance procedures,develop analytical reasoning skills, and improveyour test-taking skills. You will also participate in anintensive review of analytical reasoning questions,including techniques for drafting the three mosthelpful types of diagrams, and explanations for andinterpretations of correct answer choices.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

LSAT PREPARATION - PART 2Improve your reading comprehension and logicalreasoning skills, and discover proven approaches forselecting correct exam answers. $108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

SAT/ACT PREPARATION - PART 1Master the reading, writing, English, and sciencequestions on the ACT and new SAT. $108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

SAT/ACT PREPARATION - PART 2Part 2 will give you all the information you need todo well on the math questions of the ACT and theSAT. This course also gives you pointers on timemanagement, anxiety relief, scoring, and generalstandardized test-taking.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

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PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

GENEALOGY BASICSLearn where to look, who to contact, and how touse research tools to begin an exciting andfascinating exploration of your roots.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL SCRAPBOOKINGLearn how to make the most of your scrapbookingtalents and artistic ideas when you combine digitaland traditional scrapbooking techniques. $108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

INTRODUCTION TO GUITARBuild basic guitar skills step-by-step with the help ofhands-on exercises, audio and video recordings,and detailed illustrations. $108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

KEYS TO SUCCESSFUL MONEY MANAGEMENTA certified financial planner will walk you throughthe steps you need to take in order to achieve truefinancial success. If you want to live a better life bytapping into your unfulfilled potential, this course isfor you.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

LEARN TO BUY AND SELL ON EBAYAuction pros teach you how to work from home orearn extra income by buying and selling goodsonline. You'll learn how to create titles that getnoticed, how to craft advertising copy that sellsitems quickly and for top dollar, and how to createand upload photos of the items you are selling. You'llalso learn how to safely conduct financialtransactions.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

LOSE WEIGHT AND KEEP IT OFFDiscover how to establish a healthy approach tosuccessful weight loss and weight maintenance fora lifetime. By the end of this course, you'll know howto set appropriate and effective goals for eating,exercise, and many other elements that affect yourweight.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

LUSCIOUS, LOW-FAT, LIGHTNING-QUICK MEALSJoin a registered dietitian and discover how toprepare nutritious and delicious meals. Discover howto get out of the kitchen faster, including tips forshopping, menu planning, and food preparation. $108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

MERRILL REAM SPEED READINGSave yourself hours of time and increase yourproductivity by learning to read faster and withbetter comprehension. Master the skills andtechniques you'll need for lasting proficiency as aspeed reader.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

START YOUR OWN EDIBLE GARDENLearn how to grow delicious, nutritious fruit andvegetables in your own backyard. This course willgive you the skills and knowledge you need to beon your way to a successful harvest.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

TRAVEL PHOTOGRAPHY FOR THE DIGITALPHOTOGRAPHERLearn the tricks and techniques digitalphotographers need to capture scenes from aroundthe world and bring them home.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

WHERE DOES ALL MY MONEY GO?This course will teach you the very basics of how toget control of your finances rather than letting themcontrol you. This course is an investment in yourfuture and you will save the cost of the course manytimes over by applying what you learn.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

WRITE YOUR LIFE STORYLearn how to create and distribute an inspirationaland professional autobiography for family, friends,and others.$108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

WRITERIFFIC: CREATIVITY TRAINING FOR WRITERSBanish writer's block forever with these tricks from thepublished writer's toolbox. $108 - Classes begin monthlyRegister at www.ed2go.com/pennhighcc

ONLINE TRAINING


LOANS

Private student loans are available for certain Career Training programs. Loans can be used to fundup to 100% of school certified education costs (a minimum of $1,000 is required).

A variety of loan products exist and students are encouraged to investigate options thoroughly.Pennsylvania Highlands Community College does not recommend lenders and does not maintain apreferred lender list. Additional and related information regarding private student loans as well as acomparison chart may be found at http://www.finaid.org/loans/privatestudentloans.phtml.

Information on two available products:

Career Training Smart Option Student Loan offered by Sallie Mae, may be found athttps://www.salliemae.com/student-loans/career-training-smart-option-student-loanor by calling 1.877.279.7172.

Career & Community Colleges Loan offered by Wells Fargo, may be found athttps://www.wellsfargo.com/student/community-college-loansor by calling 1.800.378.5526.

PAYMENT PLAN

Pennsylvania Highlands is pleased to offer a Payment Plan as an option to assist students and theirfamilies in reaching their educational goals.

The Pennsylvania Highlands Community College Payment Plan is the interest-free, debt-free way tospread tuition payments over a number of months. The Payment Plan is not a loan, so there are nointerest payments, just a low enrollment fee. The Payment Plan allows you to break down youreducation expenses into easy-to-manage installments rather than one lump-sum payment. It’s simpleand convenient.

A down payment is due at registration, along with the $25 enrollment fee.

Early enrollment is strongly encouraged to take full advantage of our Payment Plan. The length anddue dates of each plan varies depending on the program you enroll in.

The following Career Training programs are eligible for the Payment Plan:• EKG Technician (4-month payment plan)• Personal Trainer Certification (3-month payment plan)• Pharmacy Technician (4-month payment plan)• Phlebotomy (5-month payment plan)• Veterinary Assistant (3-month payment plan)

Contact Continuing Education at 814.262.3815 or [email protected] to learn more.

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HELP WANTED

We are always looking for qualified instructors to teach continuing education courses.Have an idea for a course? Contact us at 814.262.3815.


Course registrations for Continuing Education classes are accepted on an ongoing basis, but mustbe received prior to course start dates.

Confirmation of course registration, including room location(s), will be mailed upon receipt of acompleted registration form and payment. You will not be enrolled in a course until a completedregistration form and payment are received.

Acceptable methods of payment include: Cash•Check•Credit Card (Visa or MasterCard)•Money Order•PayPal (see online registration instructions below)•

A fee of $25 will be assessed for any check refused for insufficient funds.

Pennsylvania Highlands Community College reserves the right to add or delete courses, as well aschange class times, locations, fees, or instructors at any time.

The following is necessary to process all registrations:Name•Address (email address also, if applicable)•Phone•County of Residence•DOB and Last 4 Digits of SSN•Course Code (i.e. CED 135.05)•Course Title & Cost•Payment•

REFUND POLICY

Refunds are available for registered students under the following guidelines:A 100% refund is awarded if the course must be cancelled.•Refund requests will be accepted up to •48 hours before the class begins.

ONLINE REGISTRATION

Visit www.pennhighlands.edu/continuing-education•Click on Online Registration listed on the left.•Complete the registration form and submit payment.•

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

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Registering early guarantees your seat in the class and helps prevent the cancellation of popular classes.


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