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PIERCE EXTENSIONFALL 2017CALENDARSEPT. 5TUESDAYPIERCE EXTENSION REGISTRATION BEGINSTELEPHONE REGISTRATION BEGINS AT 9 AM;IN-PERSON REGISTRATION BEGINS AT 10 AM;FAX & MAIL REGISTRATION BEGINSAll mail registration must be postmarked and havea stamped, self-addressed envelope enclosed.Registrations will be processed on a first-arrived basis.Please give alternate choices or check the waiting listbox on registration form in case a class is closed.NOV. 10FRIDAYVETERAN’S DAY OBSERVED–CS OFFICE CLOSEDNOV. 23& 24THURSDAY& FRIDAYTHANKSGIVING OBSERVED–CS OFFICE CLOSEDCheck individual programs for beginning dates, special schedules,ending dates and variations from holiday schedules.Pierce College’s not-for-credit,community education program.Each year, Pierce Extension serves approximately 15,000 students; offeringover 1,300 educational opportunities for personal or professional development,skill improvement and upgrading, cultural enrichment, and recreational enjoyment. Taught by experts in their field, Extension classes are offered in additionto Pierce College’s instructional program, and are not academic equivalents ofregular classes, or prerequisites for the traditional college program.Pierce Extension is a self-sustaining, user-fee supported program whichwelcomes everyone in the community to participate. Call us at (818) 719-6425to enroll in a class, or for more information. You can also visit our website at:http://extension.piercecollege.edu for class information. Join us on the roadto life-long learning!2
TABLE OF CONTENTSBUSINESS & CAREERSRECREATIONCareer Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8Eastern Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34Business Training. . . . . . . . . . . 9-11Recreation & Fitness. . . . . . . . . . 35Horseback Riding . . . . . . . . . 36, 37Swim Fitness. . . . . . . . . . . . . 38, 39CONSUMER INTERESTReal Estate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Finance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13KIDS ON CAMPUSComputers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Skills for School . . . . . . . . . . 40, 41Life Skills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15, 16Tech Kids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Personal Interest . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Music for Kids . . . . . . . . . . . . 42, 43Pet Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Art for Kids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43Recreation for Kids . . . . . . . . 44, 45CULTURAL DISCOVERYLanguage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Fine Art . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-22Performing Arts . . . . . . . . . . . 29-32ENCORE EXTENSION . . . . . . . . 28Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33FOSTER & KINSHIPONLINE EDUCATION . . . . . . . . 46CARE EDUCATION . . . . . . . . . . . 4GENERAL INFORMATIONREGISTRATION FORMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27,30REGISTRATION INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28, 29OPEN RECREATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38FALL 2017COVER DESIGN BEVERLY HALL3
FOSTER & KINSHIP CARE EDUCATIONPierce CollegeLA Pierce CollegeLAPCFOSTER & KINSHIP CARE EDUCATIONFALL 2017FKCEFoster & Kinship CareEducation(818) 710-2937 / FAX (818) 610-6517Renewal classes meet all LA County and State requirements for B, D, F & W RatesClasses are open to all Foster Parents, Kinship Caregivers & Interested PartiesRENEWAL CLASSES: Saturdays in North Gym Room 5600SEPTEMBERTIMEMMTITLETRAINERSaturday, 9th9 am-NoonShaken Baby SyndromeTammy Lanier, FKCE LecturerSaturday, 16th9 am-NoonHow to Build Up YourChild’s Self EsteemYvonne Brooks, FKCE InstructorSaturday, 23rd9 am-NoonAttachment IssuesTheresa Reed, ME.d. FKCE DirectorSaturday, 30th9 am-NoonTrauma and PTSD in ChildrenSteve Lorentson, LMFTOCTOBERTIMEMMTITLETRAINERSaturday, 14th9 am-NoonViolence in ChildrenSteve Lorentson, LMFTSaturday, 21st9 am-NoonCo-Occurring DisordersMazda Lakpour, LMFTCommercial Sexual Exploitation ofChildren: Awareness & Identification(pre-registration is required)Theresa Reed, ME.d. FKCE DirectorSaturday, 28th 9 am-1:00 pmNOVEMBERTIMEMMTITLETRAINERChildren and CuttingTammy Lanier, FKCE LecturerSaturday, 4th 1:00 pm-4:00 pmWarning Signs of SuicideTammy Lanier, FKCE LecturerSaturday, 18thHow to Help Your ChildMake Good DecisionsYvonne Brooks, FKCE InstructorTITLETRAINERSaturday, 2nd 9:00 am-5:30 pmMental Health First Aid:Youth Mental HealthTheresa Reed, ME.d. FKCE DirectorSaturday, 9thBullyingSteve Lorentson, LMFTSaturday, 4thDECEMBER9 am-Noon9 am-NoonTIMEMM9 am-NoonBecome a Resource Parent (Foster Parent)888-811-1121PRE-SERVICE CLASSES:Pre-registration is requiredPierce College Campus: North Gym 5600D-RATE:Fostering children withemotional and behavioral issues.5:30 pm-9:30 pm4 ThursdaysSeptember 7 – September 28, 2017F-RATE:Fostering medically fragile children.4 Thursdays5:30 pm-9:30 pmOctober 5 – October 26, 2017Sí necesita clases para padres de crianza en español, por favor llame a Mission College (818) 364-7664NO CHILDREN ARE ALLOWED IN CLASSES, DUE TO MATERIAL BEGING PRESENTEDNO CHILD CARE IS AVAILABLE.4
COMMUNITY EDUCATIONClasses for AdultsOnline Registration Begins Tuesday, September 5Telephone Registration BeginsTuesday, September 5 at 9 amIn-Person Registration BeginsTuesday, September 5 at 10 am andMail and Fax Registration BeginsClasses Begin October 9For further information please call(818) 719-6425CAREER TRAINING20.0812PERSONAL FITNESS INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATIONAfter successful completion of this concentrated 8-hour class and passing a writtenexam with a score of 75% or better, students can earn a 2 year Instructor Certificate.Learn the foundations for the development of a safe and effective fitness program.How the body works and moves during exercise, how to analyze exercise movements, and how to develop specific exercises for fitness objectives will be covered.Topics include: Basic human anatomy andexercise physiology – jointsand their movements,muscles and how theywork to move the body,the cardiovascular systemand how it works, andaerobic and anaerobic metabolism. Common exercise injuries and theirprevention. Fitness and weight trainingprinciples and practices–strength training with weights,repetition, sets, overload,building vs. sculpting, strengthtraining programs (circuits,super circuits, interval training),when to use flexibility andaerobic exercises.PREREQUISITE: Minimum one year previous experience with weights in a fitnessprogram. A basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology is strongly recommended.Lynne O’Hanlon, MS, professor of Physical Education at Pierce College, has beenteaching in the fitness field for over 15 years and currently teaches the aerobicinstructor and personal trainer certification classes. Lynne has written three bookson fitness.2 Sundays1-5 pmOctober 8 & 15Reg. Fee: 120(Material fee included in Registration Fee)5
CAREER TRAINING83.0805BECOME A NOTARY IN ONE DAYLearn the ‘2017 New Notary Laws’ that all California Notaries are Required to KnowStart your own business, become a more valuable employee, provide customer service for yourbusiness or organization, earn additional income and get recommissioned. This intensive one-dayseminar is designed to equip you with everything you need to know to become an effective Notary. Youwill find out about new legislation as well as how to pass the “new” test (must be taken every 4 years),identify document signers, keep a journal, fill out certificates and avoid lawsuits. the class includes apractice Notary Public Exam. You’ll receive a livescan coupon. Notary supplies available in class.Cooperative Personal Services will register you for the exam from 4:15 pm to 5:00 pm. The examwill be from 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm. for the exam you will need the following: A 40 check made outto ‘Secretary of State’; proper ID - current drivers’s licence with your photo or state issued IDcard; a color passport photo & #2 pencils. Fingerprints required after you pass the exam.PLEASE NOTE: Arrive early. Due to State regulations, no one will be admitted to the classroom after 8:30 am. Be on time when coming back to classroom from a break. TESTINGSPACE IS LIMITED, EXAM SEATS WILL BE ASSIGNED TO THOSE WHO REGISTER FIRST.Requirements: Must be a legal resident ofCalifornia (military excluded) and age 18 years .Notary Public Training Seminars, Inc. has beena leading course provider in California for over15 years.1 Saturday8 am-4 pmOctober 7Reg. Fee: 140(Fee for course book included in registration fee)NOTARY CLASS SCHEDULE8:00-8:30 am – Check In8:30 am - 4:00 pm – Seminar12:00-12:45 pm – Lunch4:00-5:00 pm – Test Registration5:00-6:00 pm – Notary Public Exam(Includes 40 minute lunch& two 10 minute breaks.)83.0807CERTIFIED LOAN SIGNING AGENTPrerequisite: No need to be a commissioned notary, or even have received the results ofyour exam. You must have taken a Notary class.California’s real estate industry is in need of notaries and others that would like to becomeloan document specialists. Find out how to contract the most profitable businesses andwho your primary contact should be; get signed up with successful SigningServices/Agencies and build your own business. We take you through a practice loanpackage where you’ll learn how to properly notarize loan packages, negotiate your fee andadvertise yourself in your market, get called back and brand yourself as a professional.1 Saturday9 am-4 pmNovember 4Reg. Fee: 159(Fee for course book and Certificate included in registration fee)Looking to succeed in the workplace?losanGelesAdult Education818-719-6423Call for information on these free classes6
CAREER TRAINING20.0821MEDICAL FRONTOFFICE CERTIFICATEPROGRAM —ONLINEThis workshop is intended for participantsinterested in becoming a Medical FrontOffice/Medical Receptionist/Intake Coordinator.This program will ensure participants areprepared to begin a rewarding career and tobecome an integral part of the medical officeteam. Topics covered include: Basic Medical Benefit Terms and Plans Eligibility & Insurance Benefit Verification Appointment Scheduling(Manual and Computerized) Improving Telephone Skills Patient Arrival, Check-In and Departure Handling Medical/Office Forms HIPAA / Patient Privacy & Confidentiality Medical Terminology(specific to the front office)2 Wednesdays6:30-8:45 pmOctober 11 & 18Reg. Fee: 49( 79 Mat. Fee via PayPal after orientation)20.0822START A MEDICALBILLING SERVICE—ONLINEMany medical practices receive most of theirincome from insurance companies. Thus,medical billing services are in demand. In thisworkshop you will learn: How to obtain clients Setting your fees What other services a billing service can offer Marketing your services Where to obtain HIPAA compliant software Sample HIPAABusiness Associate Agreement &Independent Contractor Agreement What billing organizations you can join How to obtain insurance company updates Sole Proprietorship, Partnership,Corporation & LLC’s discussed1 Wednesday6:30-8:45 pmOctober 25Reg. Fee: 39( 29 Mat. Fee via PayPal after orientation)20.0823 — FREE ONLINE ORIENTATION FOR MEDICALFRONT OFFICE AND START YOUR OWN BILLING SERVICESaturday: September 30, 10:00-11:00 AMKris G. Hall-Patterson of KGP Consulting, LLC is the owner of a successful Medical InsuranceBilling Service & Consulting Service. She has been teaching Medical Insurance Billing coursesfor more than 18 years in colleges throughout California.PERSONAL FITNESSTRAINER CERTIFICATIONWhether for a career move or for personal knowledge,get all the information needed to become a CertifiedPersonal Trainer. Our personal trainer course is a great“Educational Excellence.Excellence.way to prepare to be a successful nationally Certified PersonalTrainer.The collegiate.ForProfessionals”.For Fitnesscourse is for candidates wanting in-depth instruction and hands-on experience with a topveteran instructor to master the career skills and knowledge to be a successful trainer. Thecourse consists of 15 hours of lecture with key topics that include biomechanics, exercisephysiology, fitness testing, equipment usage, and health assessment, 15 hours of handson practical training labs with role playing drills on exercises, presentation skills, etc. toprofessional master the position.Level 1 – Nationally Certified Personal Trainer: Successfully complete the written andpractical exams. CPR/AED required.Level 2 – Nationally Certified Personal Trainer: Successfully complete your Level 1certification followed by a 30 hour internship that will help connect to local employers.Free Online Webinar1 Thursday1 pm Pacific Standard TimeSeptember 7Reg. Fee: FREEPlease register for Live Your Passion, Become a Personal Trainer!http://tinyurl.com/fitnessorientation9171 Wednesday9 am Pacific Standard TimeOctober 4Reg. Fee: FREEPlease register for Live Your Passion, Become a Personal 0.08186 Saturdays (Class)October 14-December 29 am-4 pmReg. Fee: 699(no class 11/11 & 11/25)(Required textbook: Fitness Professional’s Handbook – 7th Edition with WebResource ISBN-13: 9781492523376 is available for purchase online. An e-book isalso available for purchase online: ISBN-13: 9781492535935 you can also orderthe book through W.I.T.S. by calling 888-330-9487.)7
CAREER TRAININGWNE20.0844GET YOUR COMMERCIAL DRONE LICENSEAND START MAKING MONEY!Aerial photography – Roofing checks – Real estate video – Weddings – GoPro stunts. Just think of all themoney you could make if you flew commercially . . . and without spending the big bucks getting a “real”commercial pilot license. The FAA now allows you to apply for your commercial drone/UAS (UnmannedAerial Vehicles) license, called a Remote Pilot Certificate, by passing a multiple-choice test and paying asmall fee. No experience needed.If you’re flying your drone for fun in your back yard, you do not need a license. If you wish to make moneytaking pictures then you must have an FAA 14 CFR part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate.This 8 hour Community Education course will help you prepare to take the Remote Pilot/FAA Test toreceive certification. This course is classroom instruction only. There will not be any drone flying.You must be at least 16 years old and have a valid government-issued picture ID. The test center fee is 150 (FAA regulated and is not included in the price of the class). You will need to pass a TSAbackground check before receiving your license.Gerry Koehler, is a Commercial Instrument Rated Private Pilot and Captain with the Civil Air Patrol.1 Saturday8 am-5 pmNovember 18Reg. Fee: 149IS LOOKING FOR TEACHERS!If you have experience in teaching subjects like:PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT– Six Sigma Black Belt Cert Prep– GMAT or GRE PrepKIDS COLLEGE– Math & Math Tutoring for Kids– PSAT/SAT/ACT Prep– Foreign Language for KidsWE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!Go to: extension.piercecollege.edu or call usat 818-719-6425 for more information8
BUSINESS TRAINING20.0810NEGOTIATION I–Getting What You Want20.0811NEGOTIATION II–Effective CommunicationLearn proven techniques which will help youget the things that you want out of life. Learnabout your communication style and how toalter it to become more persuasive and lessconfrontational, as well as how to definepositions and interests to clarify your goalsand those of the other party. Keep from beingintimidated by other people and get respectfor your ideas, while maintaining controlthroughout the process.Instructor: Tom Morehouse1 Sunday9 am-12 pmOctober 8Reg. Fee: 54Learn the delight of powerful and effectivecommunication and negotiation to achievegreat results in both the business world andin personal relationships. This class will expandyour knowledge by providing some advancedtechniques of negotiation, such as bracketing,reframing, fair trade, alternative choice, pros &cons, and closing for decision. You will also learnto use time to your advantage and how toset ground rules and agree on them.Instructor: Tom Morehouse1 Sunday1-4 pmOctober 8Reg. Fee: 54Tom Morehouse has an MBA from Pepperdine University. He is an adjunct professor for PierceCollege and UCLA Extension. He is also a mediator at the Center For Civic Mediation — LACBA.25.4001START YOUR OWNHOME BASED BUSINESSHome based businesses are the future and theyare here to stay! Create a business environmentthat works for you and gives you endlessbenefits. Take control of your income! Gainindependence and hard earned freedom! Get ridof traffic and office politics! This workshop willgive you step-by-step directions on all the startup procedures you will need, such as: selecting the right business licenses, permits and zoning banking and record keeping sales and marketing strategies image, you and your company legal requirements fictitious name statements how to write a business plan tax deductions1 Saturday9 am-1 pmNovember 4Reg. Fee: 74(Materials included in Registration Fee)Helene K. Liatsos is President of Home Office Management Experts, a consulting firm for Small andHome Based Businesses. She is the recipient of the 2004 Home Based Business Award of the SmallBusiness Administration. Helene has produced a DVD and has authored an e-book on Home-BasedBusiness Start-up.REGISTER ONLINEBEGINNING SEPT. 5VISAMasterCardDISC VERextension.piercecollege.edu9
BUSINESS TRAINING70.5013BECOME A PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZERLearn insider secrets from a professional organizerDo label makers and putting things into 3-ring notebooks make you smile? Do you enjoywatching organizing TV shows? You can turn your organizing skills into a moneymakingcareer! If you have a knack for neatness and are interested in starting your own business, thisclass will help you launch a career as a professional organizer. Discover insider secrets thatcould only be acquired through hands-on experience (until now!).Some of the secrets revealed include: Organizing specialties and finding your niche Understanding and using the Clutter-Hoarding Scale Structuring your business for SUCCESS Business licensing and insurance to cover all the bases How to get experience before your first stranger client Preparing to impress your first clientIf you want to use your aptitude for organization to change lives and earn a living, this classis for you. You’ll be given the tools and knowledge to succeed as a professional organizer,but will not be shown methods of organizing or how to organize people. (This seminar isNOT for a person wanting to get organized.)Nancy Miller of Rounds, Miller and Associates, has had several home-based businesses,including professional organization services, public speaking, a mail order company and amicro-publishing company. Nancy gives more than 150 presentations each year and hashelped people launch successful businesses operated from their home.1 SaturdayOctober 21A 30 materials fee for the manual, How to Become a Clutterologist(978-1-891440-56-4) is included in Reg. Fee.9 am-12 pmReg. Fee: 7860.9021E-COMMERCE—The Ultimate Home-Based BusinessE-commerce sales are growing by 19 percent per year and will reach 1.4 trillion by 2015! Want to get into the lucrative world of e-commerce? Afraid of the costs and technical complexity?If you can use a word processor, you can create your own e-commerce site and have it up andrunning in less than 24 hours for free.This class will show you: The seven types of e-commerce business Where to get a free list of drop shipping suppliers The realities of affiliate marketing How to incorporate pay-per-click How to use drop shipping How to create your basic site for FREEYou’ll be shown how to build your site, add a shopping cart and sell products along with ways todrive traffic to your site and how to link and list it with the major search engines too.Mike Rounds of Rounds, Miller and Associates, has been called “One of the country’smost knowledgeable individuals on the topic of effectively creating Web sites for businesses.”Mike takes complex technological topics and makes them understandable to the non-tech savvy.9 am-12
to Pierce College s instructional program, and are not academic equivalents of regular classes, or prerequisites for the traditional college program. Pierce Extension is a self-sustaining, user-fee supported program which welcomes everyone in the community to participate. Call us at (818
