Rock Valley College Community & Continuing Education Spring 2015 Schedule by Rock Valley College

COMMUNITY & CONTINUING

EDUCATION SPRING 2015

RockValleyCollege.edu/CCE

Whether you are seeking personal enrichment or professional development, we have programs that will fit your busy lifestyle.

Community Education......... 3 Whiz Kids...............................27 Continuing Education....... 34 GED & ESL............................58

Welcome

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to Community and Continuing Education (CCE)! CCE strives to offer a large and varied selection of educational opportunities. Whether you are seeking personal enrichment or professional development, we have programs that will fit your busy lifestyle. Courses are offered at the RVC Main Campus (3301 N. Mulford Road), Bell School Road Campus (3350 N. Bell School Road), online, and many other convenient locations (addresses noted for each class). What’s New in Community and Continuing Education: • Financial Planning Courses • Leadership in Action Courses • Massage Therapy Program • Nail Technician Series • Retirement Planning Today • Special Diet Courses • Whiz Digital Art & Graphic Design • Whiz Knitting and Yarn Crafts

Community Education

Encouraging life-long learning at any age! Community Education offers courses that help you learn a new hobby or skill, enjoy leisure and recreational activities and benefit from personal enrichment experiences. Designed as non-credit courses, there are no entrance exams and no diploma requirements. Students of all ages are welcome to join our classes and workshops.

Continuing Education

Enhance your skills, your career, your life! Continuing Education offers courses and programs to help you upgrade your skills with non-degree credit, state and national certification and licensing courses in business, healthcare, professional development and technology areas. Designed as short-term, non-degree alternatives, these programs do not require an entrance exam for admission. NOTE: Financial Aid does not apply to Continuing Education courses.

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Community Education.......................... 3-26 Art....................................................................................... 4-5 Crafts & Hobbies..........................................................5-7 Culinary.......................................................................... 8-10 Dance.................................................................................... 11 Educational Endeavors............................................12-13 Farm & Nature............................................................13-14 Film........................................................................................ 15 Finance................................................................................ 15 Fitness.............................................................................16-17 Health & Nutrition..................................................... 17-18 Language, Literature & Writing.......................... 18-19 Martial Arts & Self-Defense........................................ 19 Mind & Body...............................................................20-21 Music..............................................................................22-23 Organizing........................................................................ 23 Parenting........................................................................... 24 Pets....................................................................................... 24 Photography............................................................. 24-25 Sports & Recreation...................................................... 25 Technology........................................................................ 25 Travel................................................................................... 25 Yoga .................................................................................... 26 WHIZ KIDS.................................................... 27-33 Art......................................................................................... 28 Cooking.............................................................................. 29 Crafts & Hobbies........................................................... 29 Dance.................................................................................. 29 Down on the Farm......................................................... 29 Martial Arts..................................................................... 30 Math.................................................................................... 30 Music..................................................................................... 31 Science & Technology........................................... 32-33 Sports & Recreation...................................................... 33 CONTINUING EDUCATION.......................34-57 Business...................................................................... 35-38 Computer Training................................................... 39-41 Distance On-Line Education.....................................42 Construction / Home....................................................43 Educational Endeavors.........................................43-45 Emergency Training......................................................45 Health..........................................................................46-48 Hospitality..................................................................48-49 Language For The Workplace..................................49 Manufacturing / Workforce Training............. 50-53 Massage Therapy................................................... 53-56 Personal Development.......................................... 56-57 Sustainability “Green” Technologies...................... 57 RVC HIGH SCHOOL CONNECTIONS................44 GED & ESL.........................................................................58 CLR........................................................................................... 59 BUCKET LIST TRIPS........................................................60 STARLIGHT THEATRE................................................... 61 REGISTRATION......................................................... 62-63

Questions? Call (815) 921-3900

COMMUNITY EDUCATION Encouraging life-long learning at any age.

Community Education offers courses that help you learn a new hobby or skill, enjoy leisure and recreational activities and benefit from personal enrichment courses. Students of any age can take these non-credit courses; there are no entrance exams and no diploma requirements. Courses are offered at the RVC main campus (3301 North Mulford Road), as well as other convenient locations, (addresses noted in schedule) throughout the region.

CONTENTS Art ................................................... 4-5 Crafts & Hobbies..........................5-7 Culinary........................................ 8-10 Dance................................................. 11 Educational Endeavors............ 12-13 Farm & Nature............................13-14 Film..................................................... 15 Finance.............................................. 15 Fitness...........................................16-17 Health & Nutrition..................... 17-18 Language, Literature & Writing...18-19 Martial Arts & Self Defense.........19 Mind & Body.............................. 20-21 Music........................................... 22-23 Organizing....................................... 23 Parenting..........................................24

Pets....................................................24 Photography.............................24-25 Sports & Recreation...................... 25 Technology....................................... 25 Travel................................................. 25 Yoga................................................... 26 Pre-registration & Payment: Payment is required for all classes! Please register early to reserve your place in the class and avoid cancellation. Every effort will be made to notify registrants if a class has been canceled. However, it is your responsibility to update your address and phone number with our Records Office. RVC Community Education Age Appropriate Guidelines: Community Education classes are designed for students of all ages. Age guidelines are stated with each class. Classes designated as ADULT are intended for students 18 years and older. With INSTRUCTOR PERMISSION, high school students may attend adult classes. Call (815) 921-3900 for information.

Become an Instructor for Community Education Rock Valley College Community Education offers non-credit courses for hobby, leisure, and development. Courses do not earn credit toward college degrees and are not transferable. We are seeking part-time adjunct faculty who are interested in sharing their expertise with members of our community. Individuals with skills in the following areas are encouraged to propose new classes for our program. • Art • Communications • Cooking • Crafts & Hobbies • Dance • Etiquette • Finance • Fitness • Health/Wellness • History • Home & Garden • Language • Literature • Music • Personal Development • Pets & Animals • Photography • Sports & Recreation • Travel • Writing To print new class proposal materials, visit RockValleyCollege.edu/CCE and click “Become an Instructor”.

ART

Watercolor for Landscapes: Level I (Adult) This course is for students with little or no experience with watercolor. Learn to handle watercolor, practice basic textural techniques, and work on elements used in landscape paintings. BRING: Full 22x30 sheet of watercolor paper, a pencil, and a yardstick to the first class. A materials list can be obtained at www.tomlindenart.com (navigation bar titled Exhibitions and Classes) or by emailing instructor at tom@ tomlindenart.com. ART 815 BLL3

Tom Linden

$101

2/16-5/4 M 6:00-8:00 pm 10 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 007 NO CLASS 3/9 & 3/30

Watercolor for Landscapes: Level II

Still Life in Watercolor

(Adult) Learn ways and methods to paint individual components of the landscape. Use the techniques revealed in Watercolor I, as well as methods for handling subjects such as trees, grasses, flowers, rocks, skies, water, buildings, etc. Explore creative applications of color, and learn tricks to correct paintings. BRING: Your painting supplies and a few small sheets (7” x 11”) of watercolor paper to the first class. A materials list can be obtained at www.tomlindenart.com (navigation bar titled Exhibitions and Classes) or by emailing instructor at tom@tomlindenart.com. PREREQUISITE: Watercolor for Landscapes - Level I. ART 815 BLL4 Tom Linden $126 2/17-5/5 T 6:00-8:30 pm 10 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 007 NO CLASS 3/10 & 3/31

(Adult) This course is best suited for those who have completed the Watercolor for Landscapes Level 2 course. Design considerations of still life paintings and how to break down the scene to create setups in watercolor, will all be presented. Learn to create elements of the still life genre. Work on class projects or your own designs. BRING: Plain paper, a pen, and several landscape photos. A materials list can be obtained at www. tomlindenart.com (navigation bar titled Exhibitions and Classes) or by emailing instructor at tom@tomlindenart.com. ART 815 BLL5 Tom Linden $101 2/19-5/7 Th 6:00-8:00 pm 10 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 007 NO CLASS 3/12 & 4/2

Watercolor for Landscapes: Level III

(Adult) Whether you paint in Oils or Acrylics, come and join us to learn about painting in the opaque mediums. Whether you are just learning to work with these mediums or are looking for assistance and ideas to move your works to the next level, come paint with us. We will work with landscapes as well as still life set ups in this class. Work on your own designs or work with the class challenge of the week. You provide your supplies, portable easel and a “can do” attitude; I will guide you through the painting process. Contact instructor if you have questions or require guidance on materials and easel - tom@tomlindenart.com ART 815 BLL2 Tom Linden $61 2/21-3/21 Sa 9:00 am-Noon 4 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 007 NO CLASS 3/14

(Adult) Learn how to break-down complex scenes into manageable sections as you create landscape artwork. Start by working together to complete a landscape painting. Progressively, students will work on class projects or their own designs. BRING: Three plain sheets of paper, a pen, and several landscape photos to first class. A materials list can be obtained at www.tomlindenart.com (navigation bar titled Exhibitions and Classes) or by emailing instructor at tom@tomlindenart.com. PREREQUISITE: Watercolor for Landscapes Level II. ART 815 BLL6 Tom Linden $101 2/18-5/6 W 6:00-8:00 pm 10 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 007 NO CLASS 3/11 & 4/1

Beginning Calligraphy

STELLA DOBBINS, (MA, University of Houston) is an artist and art historian who exhibits her work nation-wide and is a signature member of the National Watercolor Society

(HS-Adult) Learn the beautiful art of calligraphy! Concentrate on the Italic style; learn the miniscule (lower case) as well as capital letters, letter variations, spacing and layout and design. We will also make fun bookmarks and note cards and learn how to address wedding envelopes. ART 820 RV Laurie Schwalm $89 3/18-4/29 W 7:00-9:00 pm 7 Sessions RVC Student Center Room 1224

Etegami (Japanese Spring Picture Messages) (HS-Adult) Etegami is a Japanese folk art consisting of simple hand painted drawings with a few words of greeting to send to a family member or friend. They are usually done on postcards and meant to be mailed. We will use spring subjects for this class: plumtree, bamboo, insects, birds, etc. Traditional tools are writing brushes, sumi-e ink, gansai color blocks and washi (postcards but nontraditional tools are acceptable. Calligraphy for each subject will be taught. A supply kit ($25) can be purchased from instructor at the class. Instructor email: stelladobbins@yahoo.com. ART 815 RV Stella Dobbins, NWS $101 4/25 Sa 9:00 am-5:00 pm 1 Session RVC Classroom Bldg ll Room G24

Chinese Brush Painting (HS-Adult) Enjoy a day learning Chinese brush paintingtechniques: dry brush, wet-in-wet, and glaze strokes. Learn contour and spontaneous styles by painting: willow with mountains, bridge and traveler, morning glory with butterflies, carp with lily pods,Asian fruit with basket, crane with pine tree. Calligraphy will be taught for each subject. There will be a class discussion on your completed paintings. All levels and ability of students are welcome. A supply kit ($25) can be purchased from instructor at the class. Instructor email: stelladobbins@yahoo.com ART 815 RV2 Stella Dobbins, NWS $65 4/18 Sa 9:00 am-5:00 pm 1 Session RVC Classroom Bldg ll Room G24

Oil / Acrylic Painting

Annelies Alden, Chinese Brush Student

GIFT OF CLASS

Give the gift of “life-long learning”! Our classes make a great gift for all occasions. For more information call (815) 921-3900.

Exploring Clay: Beginning Level (HS-Adult) Make your own unique 3-D sculptural forms and vessels using clay media. Students will investigate basic additive techniques in hand building (pinch, coil, and slab) and wheel throwing, as well as reductive carving and glazing methods. SUPPLIES: E-mail the instructor at 1danibarton@ gmail.com for list. ART 826 RV Danielle Barton $186 2/20-5/8 F 5:30-8:00 pm 10 Sessions RVC Classroom Bldg II Room G25 NO CLASS 3/13 & 4/3

Questions? Call (815) 921-3900

ART Continued • CRAFTS & HOBBIES

CRAFTS & HOBBIES

KATHY LYON earned her Master of Fine Arts degree and is nearing completion of her Masters in Teaching. Since 1991 she has been a teacher within the Rockford Public Schools.

Drawing in Preparation for Painting (HS-Adult) It’s a great idea to have some drawing background before Beginning Watercolor Painting. This class gives you that edge. We will cover shading, color mixing, contour drawing and other techniques necessary in preparation for painting. ART 809 BLL Kathy Lyon $49 2/16-3/16 M 5:00-7:00 pm 4 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 001 NO CLASS 3/9

Acrylic Painting (HS-Adult) Beginning thru advanced, create works of art with acrylic paint. Focus on drawing skills first, and then explore color mixing, materials use, and paintings of still life, landscape and abstract expression. This is a hands-on course; be prepared to get messy! Supply list given at first class. ART 815 BLL Kathy Lyon $97 3/23-5/11 M 5:00-7:00 pm 8 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 001

Woodworking

Rockford Art Museum enriches the quality of life in the Rockford region through visual arts programs of collection, exhibition and education. A Partner in Excellence of the Illinois Arts Council they are located inside Riverfront Museum Park for the Arts and Sciences (a Rockford Park District facility), RAM offers 17,000 square feet of exhibition space within its three galleries. Visit www.rockfordartmuseum.org has been teaching for Community Education since 1985.

Let There Be Light

Art of the Portrait

ARTrageous Pen and Ink

(HS-Adult) This beginning portrait class introduces students to basic facial proportions. Students work from photos and live models to strengthen skills using pastels and pencil. Supplies included. ART 800 RAM Lew Riley $80 2/21-4/18 Sa 10:35 am-12:35 pm 8 Sessions Rockford Art Museum 711 N. Main St. Studio C NO CLASS 4/4

Flower Drawing for Beginners (Adult) The art of depicting plants and flowers is almost as old as the history of art itself. Lew Riley addresses this fascinating subject and demonstrates in easy to follow step-by-step instructions how to produce plant portraits in pencil, charcoal, and pastel. All supplies included. ART 803 RAM3 Lew Riley $45 3/20-4/17 F 11:00 am-Noon 4 Sessions Rockford Art Museum 711 N. Main St. Studio C NO CLASS 4/3

Drawing for Beginners (HS-Adult) Work with local artist and art teacher Missy Minardi to explore formal elements of the drawing process, including blind contour and contour line drawing, portraiture, still-life drawing, perspective, and value studies to create expressive works of art. Students should bring a sketchbook with them to class. All other supplies included. ART 811 RAM Missy Minardi $75 4/13-5/18 M 6:00-7:30 pm 6 Sessions Rockford Art Museum 711 N. Main St. Classroom 2

(HS-Adult) Looking for a use for your plastic shopping bags? Don’t throw them away! Bring them to our class where local artist Norm Knott will show you how to use a simple household iron to turn them into pendant lampshades that are attractive and functional. Going green has never been so much fun! ART 800 RAM2 Norm Knott

3/7 Sa 9:00 am-Noon Rockford Art Museum 711 N. Main St.

$30

1 Session Art Annex

(HS – Adult) Bet you never thought you could create a totally unique piece of art with a sopping wet piece of paper! Working with local artist Norm Knott, you will start by drawing a composition with ink onto a wet piece of paper and watch as the ink flows into an organic shape. Get more detailed by using watercolors, ink and collage to fill in your drawing and make it your own. The ambitious might even complete more than one piece! ART 811 RAM2 Norm Knott

4/18 Sa 9:30 am-Noon Rockford Art Museum 711 N. Main St.

$25

1 Session Art Annex

(Adult) Interested in working with your hands? Can’t find that piece of furniture that hasn’t been made yet? Or have an idea on paper? Then this class is for you. You will learn safety and tool operations, and each student will work on their own project. bring: Safety glasses, tape measure, and a plan or idea of a project. Some supplies included. Wood and miscellaneous equipment (to be discussed at first class). Lab fee will be collected for some supplies. DRess appropriately: No loose fitting clothing, no open toe shoes; prefer long pants and full torso covering shirt. RECOMMENDED: Hearing protection, dust mask, gloves. HOM 810 SB Dean J. Johnson $126 2/17-4/21 T 7:00-9:00 pm 10 Sessions S. Beloit H.S. 245 Prairie Hill Rd., S. Beloit Room 312 (Enter through the Woodworking Door in Back of School) MARY FOREMAN has been sewing since she was 13 years of age. During her tenure as Costumes Shop Supervisor for RVC Starlight and Studio Theatres, Mary began her teaching career. Also during this time, she has sewn for bridal parties ranging from 3 to 25 attendants, brides maids, and flower girls. Since 2002 she has been leading combined level classes (no experience to advanced sewing skills).

Sewing Learn to sew simple garments and read and follow a pattern guide. You can use your own sewing machine or use one that is provided for you. Learn easy ways to hem, put in zippers, sleeves and much more by the end of the class. Note: For those adults who want to take this great class with your child/grandchild. Both adult and child must register (although strongly suggested, class does not require an adult to attend with child). First class, students will meet at classroom, then we’ll travel to local fabric store to make supply purchases. (Age 9-Adult) CAH 811 BLL Mary Foreman $136 2/7-4/18 Sa 9:00-11:30 am 10 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 002 NO CLASS 4/4 & 3/14 MAKE UP DATE 5/2 (Adult Only) CAH 809 BLL2 Mary Foreman $136 2/10-4/21 T 6:00-8:30 pm 10 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 002 NO CLASS 3/10

CRAFTS & HOBBIES Continued

ERIC W. STILES SR., a former supervisor and head tailor and fitter for Giorgio Armani, Polo Ralph Lauren, and many others. His professional experience began in 1989. Here is your opportunity to learn sewing skills and specialized techniques used by top European and domestic designers from an industry expert. Eric has been teaching his online fashion design courses at more than 40 colleges in the U.S. and Canada and now brings his most popular classes back to Rock Valley College from Chicago!

Beginning Crocheting (Adult) Fun class with lots of info and creativity! Master basic crochet stitches and techniques for one-of-a-kind crochet projects. A project will be required for each class. BRING: One skein (worsted weight) of yarn (your color choice), and 1 size 6(J) crochet hook. CAH 806 RV2 Karen Sue McCarthy $56 2/19-4/9 Th 6:30-8:30 pm 6 Sessions RVC Support Services Bldg Room 1309 NO CLASS 3/12 & 4/2

Beginning Knitting (Adult) Join in America’s #1 hobby—knitting. Beginning Knitting teaches all the basic stitches along with some “special” techniques so you can enjoy your new hobby. A project will be expected for each class. BRING: One skein (worsted weight) of yarn (your color choice), and one pair of size 8 knitting needles. CAH 806 RV Karen Sue McCarthy $56 2/17-3/31 T 6:30-8:30 pm 6 Sessions RVC Support Services Bldg Room 1309 NO CLASS 3/10

Sewing/Construction: Pattern Drafting (Adult) No sewing experience is required! (You will have the opportunity to learn and continue learning specialized skills and techniques from an industry expert. Beginners, intermediate, and experienced sewers alike take this hands-on, intensive course to learn how to sew, make patterns, and advance in skill). You can learn some of the special techniques that the top European and domestic designers use in their clothing construction, fitting, pressing and much more. Stop making Home-Made Looking Clothing, learn how to make them like the professionals. You will begin with machine stitch drills for practice. Then you will start marking and cutting your muslin and denim fabric. The fabric pieces will be used to construct seams, two hand stitch pads and the making of four watch pockets. You will learn how to use a thimble and needle properly. The thimble, needle and wax tailor’s chalk will be provided free by the instructor. Mr. Stiles will show you the 3 different hand stitches you will learn and put on your 2 stitch pads using glazed basting cotton thread. The 3 hand stitches are the Overcast, Baste, and Halfback. You will learn how to use a tailor’s quarter size square and to draft a professional quarter scale skirt pattern. Learn the formula used to draft a skirt pattern from beginning to end for Ready-To-Wear and Custom clothes. Stop wasting time and money on commercial patterns. Let us teach you to make your own, and start designing a line of clothing that will fit and enhance your body. Product and Development, a procedure used to help designers improve and complete their patterns, will also be taught. Our pattern drafting formulas are used by all of the top European and domestic designers. You will start by drafting the pattern in the quarter scale and continue in the next semester with creating the full scale skirt pattern and the sample garment. The sample garment is created to test your pattern, after you have made it in the full scale. In the next semester of classes, you will also learn 3 additional garment pockets. (quarter top, half top and the side pocket). BRING: STUDENT’S MUST BRING THEIR OWN SEWING MACHINE! 3 subject spiral notebook, #2 pencils and Class Materials (additional $35-$45). Class supply list available at: ewsacademy.org CAH 809 RV Eric Stiles $265 4/16-5/21 Th 6:00-9:00 pm 6 Sessions RVC Classroom Bldg ll Room 121

WOMANSPACE offers programs for women, men and children to enhance body, mind and spirit, with a focus in the creative arts, holistic health, interfaith exploration, and environmental stewardship. Situated on a seven-acre campus between Alpine and Mulford Roads in Rockford, Illinois, Womanspace has art studios, galleries, Gallery2Go gift shop, beautiful gardens and a labyrinth, and operates as a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization. Office hours are Monday-Thursday, 9:00am-5:00pm. womanspace-rockford.org (815) 877-0118. JOELLYN KIRBY is a skilled clay artist who recently opened her own studio to help educate Haitians in Haiti. She enjoys teaching people how to make original pieces of art and helping them discover the peace that comes along with “playing with clay”. CATHIE EVERSON is an AFAA certified personal trainer and has been practicing for 7 years. Over 25 years, she has been a practicing nurse and has received a BSN from the College of St. Teresa in Winona, MN. A native of Rockford, she currently works as a personal trainer, Zumba instructor, and group fitness instructor in three different area gyms. DEE SANTORINI is an avid clay artist and skilled Raku potter. She brings a passion and sense of fun to everything she does. Dee is the current president of the Rockford Art Guild, promoting visual arts in our community and exhibits regularly at Womanspace and ArtScene. NORM KNOTT is a recycling artist and works with a variety of themes and images from around the world as well as collections of nostalgia and American culture. He enjoys preserving the past in color and textures that soar as visionary. Norm has extensively exhibited his work locally, nationally and also has international patrons. DEBORAH LUCAS received her BFA in Ceramics and Painting from Indiana University with a series of large heartshaped vessels and watercolors for “Heart of Woman,” an exhibition about women’s empowerment. She continued her work at UCLA, achieving an MFA in Ceramics with “Spirit of Woman,” a ceremonial space of 246 high-relief tiles with goddess and Native American imagery. She teaches with great enthusiasm, helping beginning and established artists find their own style and voice.

ANGELIC ORGANICS LEARNING CENTER helps people build local food systems. The Learning Center offers opportunities to grow healthy food, connect with farmers and the land, learn agriculture and leadership skills, and gain a better quality of life. For information or to get involved, visit www. LearnGrowConnect.org. Angelic Organics Learning Center is located at 1547 Rockton Rd., Caledonia. Call (815) 389-8455 after registration for more information.

Soapmaking (Adult) Have you ever wanted to make your own soap? At this workshop, you’ll learn to make a wonderful and gentle soap using goat’s milk. Our lovely goats provide the milk, and our veteran soapmaker explains the process and facilitates the hands-on soapmaking. Everyone will make two bars of soap to bring home. Bring an apron. Snow date is Sunday, February 8. GAN 817 BE Angelic Staff $65 2/7 Sa 9:00 am-Noon 1 Session Call (815) 389-8455 for more information. Caledonia GAN 817 BE2 Angelic Staff $65 2/7 Sa 1:30-4:30 pm 1 Session Call (815) 389-8455 for more information. Caledonia

NEW! All Ages Artshop: Indoor Fairy House (Children-Adult; under 9 years with a parent) Inspired by the annual Womanspace Fairy Festival and outdoor fairy houses constructed in our pine forest each summer, Norm will lead you on a special quest to create an indoor abode for house fairies. We will be using boxes, birdhouses and gourds to start, but please bring your own favorite container like wooden cigar boxes, small wooden crates, or CD cases. Clean out your craft area and bring items to add to the Fairy Exchange Table for house and furniture assembly. Other items we will be using include artificial flowers, branches, birds, insects and eggs, plus floral moss or foam, driftwood, bark, pebbles, feathers, seed pods, wood chips and scraps, popsicle sticks, shells, acorns, nuts, beads, old jewelry pieces, abandoned small wasp or bird nests and more. Anything goes, as long as your fairy will feel at home. ART 805 WSP Norm Knott $25 3/21 Sa 9:00 am-Noon 1 Session Womanspace 3333 Maria Linden Dr.

NEW! Keep Calm and Throw Stuff: Wheel Thrown Pottery Class (Age 16-Adult) For the true beginner or those who have a little experience. Each student will have a wheel to work on and close supervision as they create their first “thrown” pot, vase, or other wonderful piece of art. This class will provide ample opportunity to practice wedging, centering and pulling up tea bowls, bowls, and lidded vessels. We will skip a week to get everything fired and then come back for some final fun with glazes and surface decoration. Fee includes 25 lbs. of clay, glazes and firing. ART 826 WSP Joellyn Kirby $110 2/17-3/17 T 11:00 am-2:00 pm 4 Sessions Womanspace 3333 Maria Linden Dr. NO CLASS 3/10

Questions? Call (815) 921-3900

NEW! Intermediate Wheel Thrown Pottery II (HS-Adult) If you like tea or know someone who does, you will enjoy the outcome of this class. We will be making our own unique functional teapot. With so many styles, designs and shapes, your greatest challenge will be to choose which you will create! Fee includes 25 lbs. of clay, glazes and firing. ART 826 WSP2 Joellyn Kirby $110 3/24-4/21 T 6:00-9:00 pm 4 Sessions Womanspace 3333 Maria Linden Dr. NO CLASS 4/14

NEW! Sculpting the Dream: Intermediate Level (Adult) If you are looking for ways to expand your creativity and want to move in a new direction with your art, this class may be what you are looking for. Use hand-built and/or potters wheel techniques to build a piece of modern art, sculpt a bust or make a beautiful animal sculpture. Let nature and what surrounds you be your inspiration and enjoy the satisfaction of working with others in this expressive sculpting class. Fee includes 25 lbs. of clay, glazes and firing. ART 826 WSP3 Dee Santorini $110 3/9-4/20 M 6:00-8:00 pm 6 Sessions Womanspace 3333 Maria Linden Dr. NO CLASS 4/13

NEW! Create a Sparkleball (Adult) Perhaps one of your New Year’s resolutions was to play more and reignite your creativity…or maybe you have been pricing lighting lately and decided its gotten very expensive or if you recycle just about everything you can, and you love something beautiful and fun, you CAN’T afford to miss this class. Norm will show you how to turn plastic cups, Christmas lights and a stapler, into a year round sparkle chandelier that can hang in any room, porch, or from a tree in your yard. Price includes all supplies…come and bring a friend, daughter, neighbor, or parent! You will all have a great time! ART 803 WSP Norm Knott $25 2/21 Sa 10:00 am-Noon 1 Session Womanspace 3333 Maria Linden Dr.

CRAFTS & HOBBIES Continued

SHERRY VIKTORA, a Precious Metal Clay (PMC) Connection Senior Instructor, teaches certification and specialty classes at Rock Valley College, at her home studio “Out On A Limb” near Rockton, and at selected sites throughout Wisconsin and northern Illinois. Sherry brings her love of nature to her work, and has turned many leaves, pods and other organic materials into fine silver jewelry and other works of art. She has been featured in such publications as Art Jewelry Magazine, Expression Art Magazine, and Art Rockford. Located in Rockton (815) 624-7325 for directions.

NEW! Fine Silver Earrings (Adult) Make a pair of fine silver earrings using Precious Metal Clay. You will go home with a unique pair of earrings, plus learn to make your own fine silver jewelry at home without expensive tools or a kiln. ADDITIONAL $22 material fee, payable to instructor at class. (Materials equal one pair of earrings; Extra PMC available for purchase). CAH 815 RKTN Sherry Viktora $42 2/24 T 6:00-9:00 pm 1 Session Out On A Limb 14779 Hansberry Rd. Rockton

NEW! Mosaics for Your Home & Garden (Adult) Think Spring! Have a favorite piece of pottery or china dish that is broken or badly chipped? Have you been collecting rocks and shells on your trips and don’t know what to do with them? Design a unique piece of mosaic art using glass, beads, pottery shards, shells, pebbles or miscellaneous found items. Feel free to bring your own supplies, glass, pottery or anything else you think might work. If you don’t have any “treasures”, I have supplies and lots of books with ideas. Extra supplies will be available for purchase, but not required. ADDITIONAL $10-$15 material fee payable to instructor at class (for basic supplies, use of tools, and handouts). CAH 815 RKTN3 Sherry Viktora $76 3/31-4/14 T 6:00-9:00 pm 3 Sessions Out On A Limb 14779 Hansberry Rd. Rockton

NEW! Fine Silver Rings (Adult) Create your own unique .999 pure silver ring using PMC. Learn the technique to size, form, refine, embellish and set a fire-in-place stone. Make your ring as plain or glitzy as you wish, with or without a stone. After it’s fired and polished, you can leave it bright silver or add patina. You will also learn to torch fire PMC. If you have clay left over from your ring, you can make earrings or charms or even another ring. ADDITIONAL $39 materials fee, payable to instructor at class. Extra PMC available for purchase. CAH 815 RKTN4 Sherry Viktora $46 3/24-3/25 TW 6:00-8:00 pm 2 Sessions Out On A Limb 14779 Hansberry Rd. Rockton

NEW! Hanging Glass & Copper or Brass Window/Garden Ornament (Adult) Think spring and decorating your porch or garden with this quick and fun glass chunk, wire and bead ornament. You will get to choose your color, and then learn to wrap your large chunk of glass with copper or brass wire, add embellishments of beads, glass globs and miscellaneous decorative elements using fish line. Then, make a copper wire hook to hang it in a tree, from a post or in your window to catch the light and sparkle. ADDITIONAL $9 material fee, payable to the instructor at class. CAH 815 RKTN2 Sherry Viktora $42 5/13 W 6:00-9:00 pm 1 Session Out On A Limb 14779 Hansberry Rd. Rockton

NEW! Basics of Sculpting in Clay (HS-Adult) Beginning students will learn the basics of clay from wedging the clay to making coils and slabs. You’ll use these skills to build a bowl and a free-form tile or wall hanging, and then alter the surface of your pieces with line, texture and pattern. Create a relief or raised surface by carving away and/or adding clay. After a week for drying and firing, you will compete your art pieces by choosing glaze from sample tiles in a wide array of colors. Bring a sketchbook and any images that inspire you. This is a no-stress, fun class to begin developing your skills in clay! ART 826 WSP4 Deborah Lucas $110 2/26-3/26 Th 6:00-9:00 pm 4 Sessions Womanspace 3333 Maria Linden Dr. NO CLASS 3/19

TINK’S NOOK has been serving the community and offering educational classes for over five years. Owner Deb Zandonatti’s jewelry has sold internationally and she offers classes in a large variety of jewelry making techniques.

Spinner Ring

Supplies NOT included (Cost is dependent upon your design and materials used. Supplies available for purchase at Tink’s Nook).

(Adult) Make a fun unique ring that has an outer band which manually spins freely around the inner ring. Great for keeping active hands busy! CAH 818 TN2 Tink’s Nook Staff $60 3/14 Sa 10:00 am-2:00 pm 1 Session Tink’s Nook 207 E. State St. Cherry Valley

Metal Piercing

Kumihimo Braiding

(Adult) Learn the basics of jewelry in this workshop: sawing, filing, sanding and polishing with power tools—everything you need to get started with jewelry. CAH 818 TN Tink’s Nook Staff $60 2/28 Sa 10:00 am-2:00 pm 1 Session Tink’s Nook 207 E. State St. Cherry Valley

(Adult) Kumihimo, Japanese for “gathered threads”, is a form of braid-making where jewelry can be made my interlacing cords and ribbons. Create an 8 warp basic round Kumihimo braid using size 8/0 TOHO beads on all 8 strands. You’ll design your own unique necklace to take home using differing colors and sizes of beads, and a number of beaded strands! CAH 818 TN3 Tink’s Nook Staff $60 3/28 Sa 10:00 am-3:00 pm 1 Session Tink’s Nook 207 E. State St. Cherry Valley

CULINARY

CULINARY NEW! Back Country Cooking

Kathy Moe has been a Wilton Method and Rock Valley Instructor for 25 years, teaching every thing from the most basic icing techniques to the very advanced. Classes have included cookies in a bouquet, candy, gingerbread house construction, tiered cake construction, and gum paste flowers. She has also taught kids to decorate desserts in Whiz Kids classes.

(Adult) Learn the techniques of providing easy and tasty meals for back packing and paddling trips without the convenience of refrigeration and running water. Some cooking demo’s are included. HMC 803 RV Terry Bomkamp $38 2/18 W 6:30-8:30 pm 1 Session Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 004

Basic Cake Decorating (Adult) Decorate cakes for those special occasions. Learn baking tips and how to make simple borders, flowers and decorations. Do not miss the first class with all the interesting baking tips and secrets to complete a lovely cake! BRING to first class: Wilton Course 1 Student Kit, 1 can Wilton frosting, 6 plain non-iced cookies, and a container to carry iced cookies home. Complete supply list will be given at the first class and can be purchased at Michael’s, Hobby Lobby and Sweet Pans Shoppe. Course fee includes cost of book. HMC 809 BLL Kathy Moe $64 2/17-3/17 T 6:30-9:00 pm 4 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 004 NO CLASS 3/10

Holiday Cookie Arrangement (Adult) Learn how to bake, decorate, and assemble a cookie bouquet arrangement for holiday decor or for special gifts. The recipes, supply list, instructions, demonstration, and great ideas will be given to you at the first class. On the second night you will create your own arrangement to take home. HMC 809 BLL4 Kathy Moe $40 3/19-3/26 Th 6:00-9:00 pm 2 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 004

NEW! Food Safety in the Home

Advanced Flowers (Adult) Create a garden full of breathtaking flowers!! Gerbera daisy, stargazer lily, sweet pea, briar rose, Stephanotis bud as well as ivy and lily. Complete supply list will be given at the first class and can be purchased at Michael’s, Hobby Lobby and Sweet Pans Shoppe. Bring to first class: Wilton Course 4 student kit and 1 package gum paste. Course fee includes cost of book. PREREQUISITE: Basic Cake Decorating or instructor permission. HMC 809 BLL5 Kathy Moe $64 5/7-5/28 Th 6:30-9:00 pm 4 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 004

Flowers and Cake Design (Adult) Learn to make icing and gum paste flowers to decorate your cakes with. Also, learn the art of decorating cakes with basket weave. BRING to first class: Wilton Course 2 student kit, 1 package gum paste, Rolled Fondant Multi color pack, 9 inch rolling pin with guide rings and practice board to first class. Complete supply list will be given at the first class and can be purchased at Michael’s, Hobby Lobby and Sweet Pans Shoppe. Course fee includes cost of book. PREREQUISITE: Basic cake decorating class or instructor permission. HMC 809 BLL2 Kathy Moe $64 3/24-4/14 T 6:30-9:00 pm 4 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 004

CHEF DIANA KRAMER, founder of TASTY TIDBITS graduated from the Culinary Business Academy, is a Certified Personal Chef, Premier Member of the United States Personal Chef Association, has ServSafe Certification and is a Registered Nurse who has extensively researched and obtained educational credits in food allergies, special diets, nutrition & safety. She has over 25 years of cooking and entertainment experience. Al Grace AppliancE Culinary Corner Kitchen partnered with Whirlpool to build a first class kitchen featuring state of the art appliances at the 811 W. Riverside Blvd. location. It is the home of Chef Diana of Tasty Tidbits and plays a vital role for her classes.

ALL CLASSES * Registration ends 48 hours prior to class date * No refunds 48 hours prior to class date ** Couples must register with a partner

NEW! In Season Focus: Pastries, Pies & Tarts

Gum Paste & Fondant (Adult) A whole new way to decorate! This course will open a new world of decorating possibilities for your cakes. Learn incredible stand-up decorations made by hand, from flowers to ruffles and bows. Learn to make flowers such as carnations, mums, roses and daisies. If you loved playing with modeling clay as a kid, you will love working with these easy to shape doughlike icings. BRING to first class: Wilton Course 3 student kit, one package of gum past and one package of fondant, and small tapered spatula. Supplies can be purchased at Michael’s, Hobby Lobby and Sweet Pans Shoppe. Course fee includes the cost of book. PREREQUISITE: Basic cake decorating class or instructor permission. HMC 809 BLL3 Kathy Moe $64 4/21-5/12 T 6:30-9:00 pm 4 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 004

(Adult) Food Safety in the Home: An easy to understand presentation on keeping you, your family, and guests from obtaining food borne illness. Terry is a certified food safety instructor with the National Restaurant Association and Illinois Department of Public Health. HMC 800 BLL Terry Bomkamp $32 4/15 W 6:30-7:30 pm 1 Session Bell School Road Ctr. 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 004

SHU-HUEI HENRICKSON teaches English full time at Rock Valley College. Cooking is her hobby, and she is also a personal chef. She has a food blog, and writes restaurant reviews for examiner.com.

Authentic Chinese Dumplings (HS-Adult) Offers you a hands-on opportunity to learn to make authentic Chinese dumplings. We will focus on two types of dumplings per session. Includes techniques of making low fat, low cal, fresh, healthy, and flavorful dumplings. HMC 805 BLL Shu-Huei Henrickson $50 5/6 W 6:00-8:00 pm 1 Session Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 001

(Age 14-Adult) Tricks and helpful hints to making the best pastry dishes ever! Impress your guests with your homemade quiches, beautiful tarts and the best tasting flakiest pie crust in the world! We will also make homemade pop tarts! Partial hands-on class w/take home recipe packet. Tastings? Yes!! HMC 805 AG10 Tasty Tidbits $50 per person 2/10 T 5:00-7:00 pm 1 Session Al Grace Appliance 811 W. Riverside Blvd. Kitchen

Questions? Call (815) 921-3900

NEW! In Season Focus: Mardi Gras (Adult) Planning a Mardi Gras party or celebrating quietly at home? Fun class with great ideas/recipes for appetizers, dinner, dessert & special drinks! Partial hands-on class w/take home recipe packet. Tastings? Yes!! HMC 805 AG11 Tasty Tidbits $50 per person 3/10 T 5:00-7:00 pm 1 Session Al Grace Appliance 811 W. Riverside Blvd. Kitchen

CULINARY Continued

Girlfriend’s Night Out: Dining Around the World

Couple’s Night Out: South Indian Feast (Vegetarian)

(Adult) The first class of our Dining Around the World Series! Have fun with your girlfriends (and make some new ones) as we prepare and enjoy appetizers & desserts-each from a different area around the World that complement each other! Will sample a special drink from one of the areas. Partial hands-on class w/take-home recipe booklet. May BYOB. HMC 805 AG2 Tasty Tidbits $50 per person 3/3 T 5:30-7:30 pm 1 Session Al Grace Appliance 811 W. Riverside Blvd. Kitchen

(Adult) Join other couples as we prepare and enjoy a South Indian Feast! We will prepare a delicious 5-6 course dinner with an India Pale Ale! BYOB welcome: Contact Chef Diana for suggestions to match the menu. Partial hands-on class w/ take-home recipe booklet. HMC 805 AG6 Tasty Tidbits $75 per person 3/20 F 6:00-8:00 pm 1 Session Al Grace Appliance 811 W. Riverside Blvd. Kitchen

Girlfriend’s Night Out: Spring is Here

Couple’s Night Out: Treasures from Tuscany

(Adult) Fresh and easy appetizers & desserts after all the Easter feasting. Time to have fun with your girlfriends (and make some new ones) as we prepare light, but delicious food with an amazing special drink sample! Partial hands-on class w/take-home recipe booklet. May BYOB. HMC 805 AG3 Tasty Tidbits $50 per person 4/7 T 5:30-7:30 pm 1 Session Al Grace Appliance 811 W. Riverside Blvd. Kitchen

Girlfriend’s Night Out: Cinco de Mayo

NEW! In Season Focus: Asparagus, Ramps & Rhubarb (Age 14-Adult) Although some of these are available earlier (shipped from somewhere else), this is the perfect season for asparagus, ramps & rhubarb, so let’s learn more about them and make some healthy and tasty, tasty, tasty dishes! Thank you Spring for coming finally!! Partial hands-on class w/take home recipe packet. Tastings? Yes!! HMC 805 AG12 Tasty Tidbits $50 per person 4/14 T 5:00-7:00 pm 1 Session Al Grace Appliance 811 W. Riverside Blvd. Kitchen

(Adult) Prepare appetizers & desserts in honor of Puebla’s victory, a special little town in Mexico that won it’s freedom from France. Will have a special Margarita for toasting. Partial hands-on class w/take-home recipe booklet. May BYOB. HMC 805 AG4 Tasty Tidbits $50 per person 5/5 T 5:30-7:30 pm 1 Session Al Grace Appliance 811 W. Riverside Blvd. Kitchen

(Age 14-Adult) Yes, it’s that time of year…fresh berries and cherries…let’s make the best of them! Fresh new ideas for these juicy & delicious fruits for Spring and Summer gatherings. Partial hands-on class w/take home recipe packet. Tastings? Yes! HMC 805 AG13 Tasty Tidbits $50 per person 5/12 T 5:00-7:00 pm 1 Session Al Grace Appliance 811 W. Riverside Blvd. Kitchen

(Adult) February is the month of love, so let’s start it out right! Have fun with your girlfriends (and make some new ones) as we prepare and enjoy appetizers & desserts guaranteed to make ladies smile, along with a little Champagne sample. Partial hands-on class w/take-home recipe booklet. May BYOB. HMC 805 AG Tasty Tidbits $50 per person 2/3 T 5:30-7:30 pm 1 Session Al Grace Appliance 811 W. Riverside Blvd. Kitchen

(Adult) Fun night out! Join other couples as we prepare and enjoy a 5-course dinner direct from the Italian region of Tuscany. Special red wine sample from that area provided. BYOB welcome: Contact Chef Diana for suggestions to match the menu. Partial hands-on class w/take-home recipe booklet. HMC 805 AG7 Tasty Tidbits $75 per person 4/10 F 6:00-8:00 pm 1 Session Al Grace Appliance 811 W. Riverside Blvd. Kitchen

Couple’s Night Out: Best of Spring (Adult) Fun night out! Join other couples as we prepare a 5-course dinner using ingredients (artisan if possible) that are fresh and at their best in Springtime! Sample of a delicious German white wine only made in the Spring that is wellmatched to the food! BYOB welcome: Contact Chef Diana for suggestions to match the menu. Partial hands-on class w/ take-home recipe booklet. HMC 805 AG8 Tasty Tidbits $75 per person 5/22 F 6:00-8:00 pm 1 Session Al Grace Appliance 811 W. Riverside Blvd. Kitchen

Learn to Cook: Kitchen Basics to Full Meal Preparation

NEW! In Season Focus: Berries, Berries, Cherries

Girlfriend’s Night Out: What Ladies Love!

Couple’s Night Out: Honey Love (Adult) Fun night out! Join other couples as we enjoy the benefits and deliciousness of different kinds of honey that we will use in our 5-course dinner. Taste of a famous honey whiskey in a special drink. BYOB welcome: Contact Chef Diana for suggestions to match the menu. Partial hands-on class w/ take-home recipe booklet. HMC 805 AG5 Tasty Tidbits $75 per person 2/20 F 6:00-8:00 pm 1 Session Al Grace Appliance 811 W. Riverside Blvd. Kitchen

(Age 16 & Up) Learn everything you need to know to help you read a recipe, plan menus, understand cooking jargon and ingredients, measuring, use of utensils and other kitchen equipment and some basic knife care/skills. This class will help you feel very comfortable in the kitchen. Food preparation at both classes to teach different techniques (with tastings). End the sessions with a 4-course sit-down dinner to enjoy together. Take-home info and recipe packet. Great class for someone moving to their own place, going away to school or wanting to prepare more meals for themselves and/or others. Please provide food allergies one week prior to first class. HMC 805 AG9 Tasty Tidbits $125 per person 2/28 Sa 9:00 am-2:30 pm 1 Session Al Grace Appliance 811 W. Riverside Blvd. Kitchen HMC 805 AG14 Tasty Tidbits $125 per person 3/28 Sa 9:00 am-2:30 pm 1 Session Al Grace Appliance 811 W. Riverside Blvd. Kitchen

All About Your Knives and Basic Cutting Techniques (Ages 16-Adult) Learn about different types of knives, how to clean, sharpen/hone, and safely use them. We will chop, slice and dice our way to a beautiful & tasty meal. All basic knife cuts will be covered with info & recipe packet to take home. If you have (one) knife you would like to know how to use, please wrap it carefully and bring it with you. HMC 805 AG15 Tasty Tidbits $60 per person 3/24 T 5:00-7:30 pm 1 Session Al Grace Appliance 811 W. Riverside Blvd. Kitchen

CULINARY Continued

CHEF PHILIPPE FORIOLI, owner of GREENFIRE, will take you on a culinary adventure around the world. With over 30 years of experience, Chef Philippe Forcioli attended culinary school in Montpellier France and brings you his expertise from some of the best kitchens around the world. Jean-Georges NYC, Cipriani Venice, Cafe Patou, cruise ships and the famed Orient Express train to name a few. Chef Philippe is assisted during his classes by Pastry Chef Hannah Griffin and Chef de Cuisine Kenny Reyes. Classes are Demonstration Style – taught in Greenfire’s Open Kitchen. The preparation is projected on TV screens. The theme and subject of every class is different and varies from sauces to pastries. Learning how to cook can save you money, increase your health and help you deepen relationships with family and friends as you treat them to homemade meals from scratch.

ALL CLASSES * Registration ends 48 hours prior to class date * No refunds 48 hours prior to class date ** Students receive 30% discount off their meal when they stay for lunch after class

NEW! Fusion French & Pacific Rim Cuisine (Adult) How-to: French techniques with Asian and Pacific Rim flavors. Use ingredients like lemon grass, curries, coconut milk, carrot juice, star anis, banana leaves and combine them with fish, meat and vegetable dishes. HMC 803 GF5 Chef Philippe Forcioli $45/per person 4/25 Sa 9:00-11:00 am 1 Session Greenfire Market Kitchen 6795 E. Riverside Blvd.

NEW! Perfect Cocktail Party: Hors D’oeuvres, Appetizers & Mini Pastries (Adult) How-to: Flavored spreads, Butters, Mousses, Bruschettas, Mini Appetizers and Mini Desserts. Tricks to prepare all this fabulous food so you can also enjoy your guests and your parties. HMC 803 GF6 Chef Philippe Forcioli $45/per person 5/2 Sa 9:00-11:00 am 1 Session Greenfire Market Kitchen 6795 E. Riverside Blvd.

NEW! Classic French Baking & Desserts (Adult) How-to: Classic Doughs and Desserts. Puff pastry, tarte dough, cream puffs, savory quiche, crepes, creme brulee, chocolate ganache and fruit coulis. HMC 803 GF2 Chef Philippe Forcioli $45/per person 3/7 Sa 9:00-11 :00 am 1 Session Greenfire Market Kitchen 6795 E. Riverside Blvd.

NEW! Making Maple Syrup

NEW! Perfect BBQ & NEW! Classic Italian Cuisine: Handmade Pastas, Risotto & Tiramisu Spring Vegetables

(Adult) How-to: French Cuisine (just like you were living in France). De-bone a chicken and cook it to perfection in less than 30 minutes. We will be making several courses from my mother’s kitchen;. Appetizers, salads, entrees and desserts. HMC 803 GF4 Chef Philippe Forcioli $45/per person 4/11 Sa 9:00-11:00 am 1 Session Greenfire Market Kitchen 6795 E. Riverside Blvd.

(Adult) Looking for a unique way to spend Valentine’s Day? Bring your sweetheart to the farm for a down-to-earth, delicious Valentine’s date. We’ll make dinner together from scratch with ingredients from the farm and you’ll leave with new skills as well as wonderful memories Yum! Snow date is February 15. GAN 817 BE3 Angelic Staff $60/per person 2/13 F 5:00-8:00 pm 1 Session Call (815) 389-8455 for more information. Caledonia GAN 817 BE4 Angelic Staff $60/per person 2/14 Sa 3:30-6:30 pm 1 Session Call (815) 389-8455 for more information. Caledonia

(Adult) Learn about chocolate ingredients, their varieties, and where they come from. We will explain chocolate making tools and machines and allow students to experience making nibs and to see some basic grinding techniques. Explore chocolate tasting: you will have an opportunity to taste a variety of single source chocolate varieties from Peru, Bolivia, Costa Rica and more. You’ll even take home some fresh ground organic single source nibs and chocolate. Taught by guest instructor Dan Bieser from Tabal Chocolate. GAN 817 BE6 Angelic Staff $60 3/7 Sa 1:00-4:00 pm 1 Session Call (815) 389-8455 for more information. Caledonia

(Adult) How-to: Classic Sauces. Hollandaise, bearnaise, bechamel, veal demi-glaze, lobster bisque, fresh tomato and basil, almondine, lemon and capers, vegetable juices turned into sauce, flavored and classic barbecues sauces. HMC 803 GF Chef Philippe Forcioli $45/per person 2/21 Sa 9:00-11:00 am 1 Session Greenfire Market Kitchen 6795 E. Riverside Blvd.

NEW! Classic Southern French Cooking

NEW! Farm to Table Cooking Class for Sweethearts

NEW! Bean to Bar: Chocolate Making Basics

NEW! Classic French Sauces & American BBQ

(Adult) How-to: Homemade gnocchi, canneloni, ravioli, tagliardi. Make the pastas, the filling, the sauces and the perfect risotto just like if you were at the famous Harry’s Bar in Venice. HMC 803 GF3 Chef Philippe Forcioli $45/per person 3/21 Sa 9:00-11:00 am 1 Session Greenfire Market Kitchen 6795 E. Riverside Blvd.

(Adult) How-to: Marinades for meats, fish and vegetables. Get ready for your summer barbecues!. Flavored and classic barbecue sauces for chicken, ribs, shrimp and skewers. How to get the most flavors using fresh herbs, including making pesto and glaze. HMC 803 GF7 Chef Philippe Forcioli $45/per person 5/16 Sa 9:00-11:00 am 1 Session Greenfire Market Kitchen 6795 E. Riverside Blvd.

NEW! Healthy Cooking (Adult) With summer produce soon at its peak of freshness, there’s no better time to incorporate healthy cooking into your repertoire. Incorporate seasonal vegetables, bright herbs, vegetable juices and seasoning to create delicious, nutritious and satisfying dishes you and your family can enjoy anytime, without guilt. Fish, meat and vegetables. HMC 803 GF8 Chef Philippe Forcioli $45/per person 5/30 Sa 9:00-11:00 am 1 Session Greenfire Market Kitchen 6795 E. Riverside Blvd.

(Adult) Make your own maple syrup at this new workshop. From the history and how-to of tree tapping, to filtering and finishing your final sweet product, we’ll cover everything you need to start sugaring! We will discuss the basics of identifying the different trees you can tap and take a short winter hike to see if the sap is running. We’ll even make a batch of pancakes to enjoy with some locally made syrup. Yum! Take home a metal spile for tapping the trees in your neck of the woods. DRESS: for the weather. GAN 817 BE7 Angelic Staff $50 3/8 Su 9:00 am-Noon 1 Session Call (815) 389-8455 for more information. Caledonia

Cheesemaking (Adult) This hands-on workshop in our farm setting will introduce the process of cheese making from start to finish. You’ll get real experience milking the goats as well as making ricotta, chevre, mozzarella and more. Finally, you’ll get to sample your very own handcrafted cheese. GAN 817 BE16 Angelic Staff $70 5/16 Sa 1:30-4:30 pm 1 Session Call (815) 389-8455 for more information. Caledonia

Questions? Call (815) 921-3900

DANCE

DANCE JULIE DALE has been teaching since 1963 and brings her skills to the Rockford area. Julie is a dance master and a vocal coach as well as drama director. Julie has her Performing Arts Studio in her hometown of Sterling, Illinois. President of the National Association of Dance for tenyears, Julie is a teacher of teachers. “While not all go on to become teachers of dance, the confidence, poise and physical fitness derived from dance go with you into the mainstream of society and enhance your life skills”, says Ms. Dale. Julie Dale, Professional Ballroom Dance Instructor, took continuing education classes in New York this past summer to bring to Rock Valley College and area dances the latest in Dance Education and more. Come study with Julie and see what a difference dance will make in you both physically and mentally.

For Your Special Dance on Your Special Day (Adult) Julie will be happy to meet with engaged couples to schedule their wedding dances for: • Bride and Groom, Wedding Party • Father and daughter, mother and son and /or bridesmaids and groomsmen for Julie Dale’s DVD dancers upcoming weddings. • The Bride and Groom may bring the music of their choice or choose from a great selection. For more information, pricing, and to schedule your dance appointments, contact Julie Dale at (815) 718-1814.

Rockford Dance Company, in the Riverfront Museum Park, is resident ballet company of the Coronado Theater. The school instills poise, confidence and integrity for ages three to senior citizens in genres such as ballet, modern, tap, jazz, hip hop, yoga, and Gyrokinesis. For more information please call (815) 963-3341, or go to www.rockforddancecompany.com. SPECIFIC REGISTRATION PROCEDURE: In an effort to provide regular class offerings and flexibility for students, a class card can be used at any time in the session for any class designated with an OE. Additional cards may be purchased at Rockford Dance Company. *RDC semester dates run from 2/16-5/31.

Adult Intro to Ballet (Teen - Adult) This Intro to Ballet class gives teens and adults the opportunity to learn ballet basics while improving balance, strength, and flexibility. Perfect for anyone who has always wanted to try ballet, and especially ideal for parents with children in Saturday morning dance classes. This is an ongoing class; the six class card can be used any day the class is offered. DNC 802 RDC2 Rockford Dance Company $30 2/21-5/9* Sa 9:00-9:45 am 6 Class Card Rockford Dance Company 711 North Main St. NO CLASS 3/14

Tap Dance Lessons (Age 17-Adult) Great exercise and fun! Why just walk when you can tap? “Tap is my favorite form of dance,” says Julie Dale, “it’s all about rhythm and timing and it’s fun.” Waltz clog, soft shoe, buck and wing. Tap is great. You will love it! If you have never tried tap and always wanted to, then this class is for you. REQUIREMENTS: You’ll need tap shoes or have the cobbler put taps on the bottom of a pair of leather shoes, so you can hear the sounds you are making. (Certificate upon completion) DNC 800 RV7 Julie Dale $95 2/12-4/23 Th 8:00-8:30 pm 9 Sessions RVC Physical Education Ctr Room 1216 NO CLASS 3/12 & 4/2

Ballroom Dancing I (Adult) Learning the basics of Ballroom Dancing; how to lead and how to follow, the positions, the turns and steps to the Waltz, Foxtrot, Swing. It’s fun, it’s easy. Walk in, dance out. DNC 800 RV Julie Dale $95 2/12-4/23 Th 6:00-7:00 pm 9 Sessions RVC Physical Education Ctr Room 1216 NO CLASS 3/12 & 4/2

Ballroom Dancing II (Adult) For those who have danced before and wish to enhance through dancing. The flourishes and combinations of new steps to the Waltz ll, Foxtrot ll, Hustle. Improve your dancing skills. DNC 800 RV3 Julie Dale $95 2/12-4/23 Th 7:00-8:00 pm 9 Sessions RVC Physical Education Ct Room 1216 NO CLASS 3/12 & 4/2

Private Lessons (Adult) Want to learn how to dance? For individuals or couples, you may take any type of dance from these options: Tap, Ballet, Pointe, Lyrical, Jazz, Adagio or Ballroom. Nine half hour lessons for one person is $185 or for a couple is $370. • A minimum of nine sessions • Each session is a 1/2 hour • Choose two dances for the nine week session • You may decide with the teacher at your lesson time or contact her at (815) 718-1814 or e-mail julied12@hotmail.com • Special rates for groups. Call (815) 718-1814 DNC 800 RV5 Julie Dale $185 2/12-4/23 Th 3:00-5:30 pm 9 Sessions RVC Physical Education Ctr Room 1216 NO CLASS 3/12 & 4/2

Evening Adult Ballet (Teen-Adult) An entry level ballet class for people interested in pursuing ballet for the first time. Great exercise and opportunity to learn about this traditional dance form. Dancers should wear form fitting clothing that allows movement and ballet slippers. This is an ongoing class, the six class card can be used on any day the class is offered. Additional class cards can be purchased directly from Rockford Dance Company. DNC 802 RDC3 Rockford Dance Company $60 2/16-5/13* MW 6:00-7:00 pm 6 Class Card Rockford Dance Company 711 North Main St. NO CLASS 3/9 & 3/11

Morning Adult Ballet (Teen-Adult) An entry level ballet class for people interested in pursuing ballet for the first time or those returning to relearn the steps again! This is an ongoing class; the four class card can be used on any day the class is offered. Additional class cards can be purchased directly from Rockford Dance Company. DNC 802 RDC4 Rockford Dance Company $30 2/17-5/14* TTh 8:30-9:30 am 6 Class Card Rockford Dance Company 711 North Main St. NO CLASS 3/10 & 3/12

NEW! Morning Adult Modern (Teen-Adult) Beginning level modern dance class introduces teens and adults to the fundamentals of modern dance. This is an ongoing class; the six class card can be used any day the class in offered. DNC 802 RDC Rockford Dance Company $30 2/18-5/13* W 8:30-9:30 am 6 Class Card Rockford Dance Company 711 North Main St. NO CLASS 3/11

EDUCATIONAL ENDEAVORS

EDUCATIONAL ENDEAVORS LIFE COACH UNIVERSITY Welcome to the dynamic and expanding vocation of Christian Life Coaching! This accelerated program of study is crafted to provide students with an overall understanding and fundamental initiation into the growing field of Biblically-based Life Coaching. These courses will help arm individuals with the core understandings and essential tools to successfully provide the proper structure, environment and direction to those seeking individual and vocational growth. The Life Coach University curriculum is developed by Teach Me to Coach and is an exhaustive composite of the most current and respected sources in Christian Life Coaching available today. Teach Me to Coach is a part of the Good Ground Communications Network, with the goal of providing aspiring Christian Life Coaches with access to an ever-expanding source of online tutorials and articles, including a complimentary lifetime membership to each student in the Teach Me to Coach private Facebook Group.

Life Coaching 101: Introduction to Christian Life Coaching

Life Coaching 201: Elements & Practice of Christian Life Coaching

(Adult) An initial exploration of the fundamental elements of Life Coaching as a positive, transformational option for the new millennium. The focus of LC101 is centered on the foundations of Biblical truth, moral and ethical values and integrated coaching practices, combined with the knowledge of the current innovations vital to the success of the Professional Life Coach. Various helpful resources will be reviewed, including taking a close look at the most valuable assessment tools available today. Students will also discuss the nuts and bolts of the business side of becoming a Life Coach, including speaking, writing and building an online presence. Two LC101 certification options are available; Each student will also receive a complimentary 45 minute coaching session. SOC 800 RV Robert Walker $87 2/9-3/2 M 6:30-8:45 pm 4 Sessions RVC Classroom Bldg II Room 221B

(Adult) Crafted to reinforce and build upon the content of LC101, while providing “next level” knowledge and principles, as demonstrated through a more interactive methodology. A variety of coaching models will be demonstrated, along with discussion of leading-edge skills and techniques. This will include an examination of the wide variety of niche genres available to the modern Life Coach. Role playing and pier coaching will give each student the opportunity to experience and receive feedback regarding the practical application of their skills. Two LC201 certification options are available. The Gallup StrengthsFinder Assessment will be incorporated as a valuable addition to the Life Coach’s Toolbox. PREREQUISITE: Life Coaching 101 or instructor permission. REQUIRED: StrengthsFinder online assessment tool (additional $10 fee). SOC 800 RV2 Robert Walker $67 3/16-4/6 M 6:30-8:45 pm 4 Sessions RVC Classroom Bldg II Room 221B

How to Read the Bible for All It’s Worth

Workshop: The Power of Habit

Workshop: Discover Your Strengths

(Adult) People succeed when they identify the patterns that shape their lives—and learn how to change them. The key to exercising regularly, losing weight, being more productive and achieving success is found by understanding how habits work. In The Power of Habit, award-winning business reporter Charles Duhigg presents a whole new understanding of human nature and its potential. Based on the New York Times bestseller, this course will focus on cutting-edge research on how habits are formed and how they can be modified and changed. By harnessing this new science, we can transform our businesses, our communities, and our lives. SPC 015 RV7 Robert Walker $27 2/10 T 6:30-8:30 pm 1 Session RVC Classroom Building II Room 220B

(Adult) Everybody has unique strengths; their own personal combination of talents, knowledge, and skills. Decades of research by the Gallup Organization have uncovered 34 key strengths that exist at some level within everyone. Based on the best-selling books Now, Discover Your Strengths and StrengthsFinder 2.0, this course will focus on discovering each person’s “signature strengths,” as well as the practical application of these strengths in their personal and professional lives. Each student will also receive a complimentary 60 minute coaching session. Perfect for job-finders and career-changers. Required StrengthsFinder Online Assessment Tool, additional $10 fee. SPC 015 RV9 Robert Walker $37 2/24-3/3 T 6:30-8:30 pm 2 Sessions RVC Classroom Building II Room 220B

(Adult) Prepare for an adventure of Biblical proportions! In this course you’ll discover, in simple step-by-step fashion, how to effectively Examine God’s Word (observation) how properly Explain it’s meaning (interpretation) and how to then Experience the dynamic truths of God’s Word (application)! No special skills required. If you can read, you can understand God’s Word. Let Explosive Bible Study transform your life. The adventure awaits! SOC 800 RV3 Robert Walker $47 3/17-3/31 T 6:30-8:30 pm 3 Sessions RVC Classroom Bldg. II Room 221A

NEW! Public Speaking: Talk Like TED (Adult) Discover the secrets of presenting like a pro! Based on the best-selling book by author Carmine Gallo, Talk Like TED reveals the presentation strategies used by the world’s most influential public speakers. This course is based on research analyzing over 500 TED talks to discover the common features that make them so influential and appealing. You’ll learn how to connect with your audience, make your presentations more memorable and weave stories into your talk. Perfect for those who are interested in giving effective, memorable presentations, or those who just want to discover how to sell themselves better. COM 015 RV Robert Walker $27 4/28 T 6:30-8:30 pm 1 Session RVC Student Center Room 1224

Advanced Life Coaching: Creative Methodologies & Niche Topics (Adult) Building on the core dynamics of LC101 and LC201, the Advanced Life Coaching curriculum is intended to reinforce each student’s fundamental coaching gifts, while encouraging their development to higher levels of skill. Topics include coaching as a business, expanding your client base, group coaching and the innovative use of seminars, teleseminars, retreats, conferences and webinars. Sessions will also address the art of goal setting, time management for professionals, positive confrontation, establishing new habits, and coaching the coach. Two LC-Advanced certification options are available. The DISC Biblical Profile will be presented as an optional addition to the Life Coach’s Toolbox. PREREQUISITE: Life Coaching 101 and 102 or instructor permission. OPTIONAL: DISC Biblical Profile (additional $25 fee). SOC 800 RV4 Robert Walker $47 4/13-5/4 M 6:30-8:45 pm 4 Sessions RVC Classroom Building II Room 221B

Workshop: The Happiness Advantage Workshop: Emotional Intelligence 2.0 (Adult) Our most commonly held formula for success is broken! Conventional wisdom holds that if we work hard we will be more successful, and if we are more successful, then we’ll be happy. The ground-breaking bestseller, The Happiness Advantage by Shawn Achor turns this stereotype on its head. Based on decades of research (and the most popular class at Harvard!) this Positive Psychology course will examine why happiness fuels success and not the other way around. We will also isolate seven practical, actionable principles showing how to capitalize on The Happiness Advantage to improve performance and maximize potential. SPC 015 RV8 Robert Walker $27 2/17 T 6:30-8:30 pm 1 Session RVC Classroom Building II Room 220B

(Adult) In today’s fast-paced world of competitive workplaces and turbulent economic conditions, each of us is searching for effective tools that can help us to manage, adapt, and strike out ahead of the pack. With proven strategies from a decadelong effort to accurately measure and increase emotional intelligence, Emotional Intelligence 2.0 delivers a step-by-step program for increasing your EQ. Based on TalentSmart’s revolutionary program, this course will help you identify your EQ skills, build these skills into strengths, and enjoy consistent performance in the pursuit of important life objectives. Each student will also receive a complimentary 60 minute coaching session. Cost includes the price of the book/test. SPC 015 RV10 Robert Walker $47 4/14-4/21 T 6:30-8:30 pm 2 Sessions RVC Classroom Building II Room 220B

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EDUCATIONAL ENDEAVORS Continued • FARM & NATURE

ALICIA DRAGIC is a Registered Nurse and Certified GAPS Practitioner with a passion for healthy living. As she’s seen her boys heal from autism, epilepsy, allergies, eczema, learning disabilities, sensory processing difficulties and more, she’s come to value the important role that diet and clean living can play in our lives. As her family has become much healthier, this education is something that she’d like to share with you and your family.

FARM & NATURE

NEW! Autism 101 (Adult) For parents, guardians and loved ones. Part 1: Traditional therapies are available for your child on the autism spectrum, how to make the most of your therapy (and money), resources that are available locally, and how to manage it all. Part 2: Complementary therapies that are available, including diet, relationship enhancing therapies, and alternative medicine. Studies will be provided, pros and cons will be discussed, and information on where to find these services will be provided. We will also discuss how to work with your health insurance company. Couples (register one person only): SPC 809 BLL Alicia Dragic, RN CGP $75 3/18-3/25 W 6:30-8:30 pm 2 Sessions Bell School Road Ctr. 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 001 Single Rate: SPC 809 BLL2 Alicia Dragic, RN CGP $40 3/18-3/25 W 6:30-8:30 pm 2 Sessions Bell School Road Ctr. 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 001

ACT Test Preparation The ACT is the college admissions exam that is given four times a year. Every high school student takes the ACT in April of their junior year. Students who take the ACT “cold” are at a disadvantage in competing for college/university admission and scholarships. These workshops will help prepare you to become familiar with the test and question style and learn strategies and techniques in each of the four subject areas. Reduce test anxiety, develop strategies for getting your best score and become more familiar with the test format. The class includes 6 hours of math, 3 hours of science and 3 hours of English\reading. Bring: Calculator. SPC 019 RV

Mark Anderson

2/3-2/19 TTh 5:00-7:00 pm RVC Jacob Ctr for Science & Math

$110

6 Sessions R oom 0102

CAMBRIDGE EDUCATIONAL SERVICES Online ACT/GRE/GMAT/LSAT Test Preparation Rock Valley Continuing Education has partnered with Cambridge Educational Services, the largest provider of test prep curriculum to colleges, universities, and high schools in the US, to provide online test preparation courses. The courses cover all areas of the exam and include diagnostic tests, practice workshops, and information about problem-solving concepts and strategies to build confidence. Each of the course’s 30 units takes approximately one hour to complete and students have 5 months of unlimited access to the course. Students will receive a password to access the course. 5-Month Access - $225 SPECIFIC REGISTRATION PROCEDURE: First fill out the registration form (located at the last page of this catalog) include e-mail and mail with payment to us, refer to Course # SPC-019-INT. Students will receive a password within 24 hours after registering and can complete the web course program at any time-day or night. All materials included.

Seasonal Constellations & Stars

How To Use a Telescope

(Adult) Attention experienced and amateur astronomers! Cassiopeia, Draco, Ursa Major—these bright North Polar constellations can be seen with the unaided eye in clear night skies. Depending upon the season, they are joined by other constellations such as Pegasus, Auriga, Orion, Bootes and asterisms such as the Summer Triangle and Winter Hexagon. Go back to ancient days to explore the mystery and mythology that surrounds these celestial figures created by bright stars and the imaginations of people long ago. Designed for students who have not taken astronomy before, or those wanting a better understanding of the constellations. INCLUDES: classroom time and outside observation (weather permitting) on the RVC grounds. BRING: Own telescope (optional); use of telescopes provided. Dress appropriately for weather. ENV 800 RV Walter Trentadue $54 4/9-4/30 Th 7:00-9:00 pm 4 Sessions RVC Jacob Ctr for Science & Math Room 2122

(Adult) This course is designed for beginning amateur astronomers, who wish to learn not only how to choose a telescope, but to also use it to locate various objects in the sky, form the moon and planets, to deep sky objects and distant galaxies. Unfortunately, many have found it difficult to use their telescope, and subsequently banished it to a basement or garage. This is an opportunity to dust off that old telescope (or assist you with your new one), and learn how to easily locate those objects you have always wanted to see. This is a “hands on” course, where you will learn basic concepts in the classroom, and then put those concepts to use outdoors, underneath the stars. Bringing your own telescope is encouraged. ENV 800 RV4 Walter Trentadue $54 5/7-5/28 Th 7:00-9:00 pm 4 Sessions RVC Jacob Ctr for Science & Math Room 2122

ANGELIC ORGANICS LEARNING CENTER helps people build local food systems. The Learning Center offers opportunities to grow healthy food, connect with farmers and the land, learn agriculture and leadership skills, and gain a better quality of life. For information or to get involved, visit www.LearnGrowConnect.org. Angelic Organics Learning Center is located at 1547 Rockton Rd., Caledonia. Call (815) 389-8455 after registration for more information.

NEW! Permaculture Design Certificate Class Permaculture is an ecological design system for more sustainable lives and communities. It combines sustainable agriculture, natural building, water management, community development and more. This 9-day course will provide students with opportunities to develop a strong understanding of the concepts and themes of the Permaculture Design System, as well as hands-on opportunities to apply the system in practical situations. The course fee includes breakfast, lunch and snacks each day. We’re excited to welcome Wayne Weiseman of the Permaculture Project to Angelic Organics Learning Center as the instructor for this course. Camping options are available. NAT 020 BE Angelic Organics Staff $1200 Sa 4/25-Su 5/3 8:30 am-5:45 pm 9 Sessions Call (815) 389-8455 for more information. Caledonia

Planning Your Organic Garden Lift the winter blues in this workshop on designing an organically managed home vegetable garden. We’ll talk about various methods for building soil, plus planning for space needs and crop rotation. Especially for beginning gardeners, or those ready to convert to non-chemical techniques. Bring your dreams for this year’s garden, and leave with a garden map and planting calendar. Snow date March 1. Sandwiches for lunch included. GAN 817 BE5 Angelic Staff $70 2/28 Sa 9:00 am-4:00 pm 1 Session Call (815) 389-8455 for more information. Caledonia

FARM & NATURE Continued

Farm Dreams: Assessing Risks & Resources to Start a Small Farm or Market Garden (Adult) Have you ever dreamed of starting your own sustainable farm? In this interactive workshop, we’ll learn about sustainable farming in the region, take part in a series of self-assessments, and be better prepared to decide whether to pursue a farming business. We’ll hear about regional training opportunities through the Collaborative Regional Alliance for Farmer Training (CRAFT), university extension, small business development centers, and others. Includes a presentation of farming enterprises, a tour of Angelic Organics farm, and an opportunity to ask questions about the development of successful local farms. Taught by Janet Gamble of Turtle Creek Gardens. GAN 817 BE11 Angelic Staff $60 4/18 Sa 1:30-5:30 pm 1 Session Call (815) 389-8455 for more information. Caledonia

NEW! Getting Started Growing Food at Home (Adult) Celebrate Earth Day by learning techniques for organic soil preparation and planting. We’ll learn about soil texture and soil life, plus how our Biodynamic farm tends and feeds the earth. We’ll cover the basics of double digging, prepare a garden bed, and learn about seeding and transplanting through hands-on projects. DRESS: to work in the garden; Sandwiches for lunch included. GAN 817 BE12 Angelic Staff $75 4/19 Su 9:00 am-4:00 pm 1 Session Call (815) 389-8455 for more information. Caledonia

Count Your Chickens

Earth Day Farm Tour

(Adult) Curious about starting a small flock of chickens? In this workshop, we’ll address all you need to know before you get your birds: feeding, health, breeds, coops, protection from predators, year-round care, eggs, raising chicks and more. Whether you’re in an urban or a rural area, you’ll leave with the information you need in order to decide whether to starting raising your own flock of backyard birds. GAN 817 BE8 Angelic Staff $50 3/14 Sa 9:00 am-Noon 1 Session Call (815) 389-8455 for more information. Caledonia

(Adult) Celebrate Earth Day with an introduction to organic farming. Tour Angelic Organics, the Biodynamic vegetable farm in northern Illinois featured in the award-winning documentary film, “The Real Dirt on Farmer John.” We will explore what makes this a Biodynamic and community supported agriculture (CSA) farm. Learn basic strategies for growing food without chemical inputs and see the seasonal work underway at the farm. Wear sturdy shoes (conditions may be muddy!) and clothes appropriate for the weather. GAN 817 BE13 Angelic Staff $20 4/25 Sa 9:00 am-Noon 1 Session Call (815) 389-8455 for more information. Caledonia

Home-scale Mushroom Cultivation (Adult) Learn to grow your own mushrooms at home, using simple equipment and materials. After an overview of mycology, we’ll get hands-on experience with inoculating oyster mushrooms in different growing mediums. You’ll leave with the knowledge and skills you need to start growing mushrooms for your family, plus your own mushroom starter kit to take home. GAN 817 BE9 Angelic Staff $65 3/21 Sa 1:00-5:00 pm 1 Session Call (815) 389-8455 for more information. Caledonia

Get Your Goat (Adult) Thinking about starting your own small herd of goats? Come learn the basics of different breeds, housing, feed requirements, breeding, pregnancy and birth at this hands-on workshop. In this class, we’ll learn how to trim hooves, what to look for when purchasing your first goat, and the basics of milking and processing milk. GAN 817 BE10 Angelic Staff $50 4/18 Sa 9:00 am - Noon 1 Session Call (815) 389-8455 for more information. Caledonia

Eat Your Weeds! An Introduction to Wild Edibles (Adult) Learn how to identify wild edible plants at this hands-on workshop for the future forager. We’ll cover some basic botany, then explore the woods looking for wild foods. We’ll return to the kitchen to sample different recipes for your wild treasures. You might even make it a Mother’s Day outing with Mom! GAN 817 BE15 Angelic Staff $60 5/10 Su 9:00 am - 1:00 pm 1 Session Call (815) 389-8455 for more information. Caledonia

The “Ins” and “Outs” of Composting (Adult) Want to increase your compost confidence? Then this is the workshop for you. Learn what makes a successful compost pile, and decide which methods will work best for your household. This class provides an overview various types of compost bins, plus hands-on experience building a compost pile together. You’ll even learn about our farm-scale compost operation and meet the worms in our vermiculture system, then find out how to implement indoor worm composting at home. Dress: to work outside! GAN 817 BE17 Angelic Staff $45 5/17 Su 1:00-4:00 pm 1 Session Call (815) 389-8455 for more information. Caledonia

NEW! Beginner Herbalism Intensive (Adult) Want to be self-sufficient in taking prevention & basic health care needs into your own hands? Learn an abundance of sustainable green medicine alternatives for you, your family and even your community. Herbs & natural remedies will be introduced for each phase of the life cycle—pregnancy to elder years. Plus, we’ll have a special session on herbs to cope with contemporary life stressors—anxiety, depression, weak immunity, chronic pain and environmental toxins. Create several botanical remedies to take home for your new natural medicine cabinet. Light lunch included both days. Inquire about camping options. GAN 817 BE18 Angelic Staff $250 5/23-5/24 SaSu 10:00 am-5:00 pm 2 Sessions Call (815) 389-8455 for more information. Caledonia

Earth Oven and Cob Bench Workshop NEW! Advanced Beekeeping (Adult) Join Phillip Raines of Raines Honey Farm for an in-depth discussion of natural beekeeping practices. Includes a classroom portion, and a field portion, where we’ll take a look at both top bar and Langstroth hives, and an opportunity to ask questions. Perfect for beekeepers with a few hives and/or lots of questions. GAN 817 BE14 Angelic Staff $60 5/2 Sa Noon-6:00 pm 1 Session Call (815) 389-8455 for more information. Caledonia

(Adult) Learn all about building with cob, a sustainable building material, in this fun, hands-on class. Earth ovens are a great introduction to natural building, using age-old techniques and simple materials such as clay, sand, and straw. We’ll mix cob and earthen plaster, and provide you with the green building skills to build an oven in your own backyard. Bring a dish to pass for potluck lunch. This workshop is held off site at the beautiful Dome Education & Gathering Center in Roscoe, IL. GAN 817 BE19 Angelic Staff $80 5/30 Sa 9:00 am-5:00 pm 1 Session Call (815) 389-8455 for more information. Roscoe

Questions? Call (815) 921-3900

FILM • FINANCE

FILM

FINANCE NEW! Strategies for Living Debt Free in the 21st Century

foreign language film series Rock Valley College Modern Languages Department invites you to join us for one, or more of the films to be presented this semester. Films in this series have been carefully selected by our faculty for their cultural, historical, political, and social content. Modern Languages faculty will lead an open discussion (in English) following each film screening. Questions regarding this foreign films Appreciation series should be directed to Ms. Ventimiglia (815) 921-3358 or Ms. Szterensus (815) 921-3337. DRM 805 RV RVC Modern Language Dept. $2 1/16, 2/13, 3/20 & 4/10 F 6:00-9:00 pm 4 Sessions Woodward Technology Ctr Room 117

No JANUARY 16 (Spanish with English Subtitles) In 1988, pressured by his most powerful and generous foreign ally, the United States, Chilean dictator General Augusto Pinochet calls for a referendum on his presidency. His 15-year regime had been characterized by its disregard for human rights, murders, imprisonments, exiles and “desaparecidos,” the ones who just disappeared. A coalition of 16 political parties in opposition to the dictatorship approaches a brash young advertising executive, René Saavedra to spearhead their “NO” campaign.

Volver FEBRUARY 13 (Spanish with English subtitles) After her death, a mother returns to her home town in order to fix the situations she couldn’t resolve during her life and rapidly-disappearing indigenous culture. Offered in conjunction with Women’s History Month.

Crude. The Real Price of Oil MARCH 20 (Spanish with English subtitles) The epic story of one of the largest and most controversial environmental lawsuits on the planet. Crude is a real-life high stakes legal drama, set against a backdrop of the environmental movement, global politics, celebrity activism, human rights advocacy, the media, multinational corporate power, and rapidly-disappearing indigenous cultures offered in conjunction with Earth Day celebration.

El viaje de Carol (Carol’s Journey) APRIL 10 (Spanish with English subtitles) Carol, a twelve-year-old Spanish-American girl from New York, travels with her mother to Spain in the spring of 1938, at the height of the Civil War. Separated from her beloved father, Carol arrives in her mother’s home village and transforms the secretive family environment. Her innocence and rebellious nature drive her at first to reject a world that is at once new and foreign. But she soon journeys into adulthood through a friendship with Maruja, the village teacher, and a young local boy, Tomiche.

How to Pick Stocks (Adult) Learn about value investing, a discipline that is proven and tested by some of the greatest investment minds of all time. This is a basic course on investments, with a special emphasis on the value approach to selecting individual stocks. It is a superior method to analyze and pick stocks successfully. You’ll understand the fundamental principles which will translate into improved skills, whether on an individual basis or security selections in retirement accounts. FIN 803 RV Thomas Hawkinson $47 2/16-3/23 M 6:00-8:00 pm 5 Sessions RVC Jacob Ctr for Science & Math Room 0208 NO CLASS 3/9

NEW! Finance and Insurance Strategies for Families (Adult) Do you find dealing with insurance and financial products confusing? Is the idea of saving money and creating a budget overwhelming? Created to help families gain financial stability— no matter what state your finances are in. We’ll cover: • Creating a realistic budget • Improving your household’s cash flow • Various types of insurance: home, auto, disability, life and umbrella • Wills, Power of Attorney & Trusts FIN 802 RV Kurt A. Berry $37 2/17-3/3 T 6:00-8:00 pm 3 Sessions RVC Classroom Bldg II Room 226

NEW! Retirement Planning Today (Adult) Learn how to manage investment risks, use new tax laws to your advantage, make informed decisions about your company retirement plan and adjust your estate plan to function properly understand new laws. However, money is only one aspect of retirement planning. Retirement Planning Today blends financial education with life planning to help your build wealth, align your money with your values and achieve your retirement lifestyle goals. INCLUDES: Textbook designed to help you understand the retirement process included. Register one person and bring a guest for free! FIN 806 BLL Carl Mook $63 2/17-2/24 T 6:00-9:00 pm 2 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 003 FIN 806 BLL2 Carl Mook $63 2/19-2/26 Th 6:00-9:00 pm 2 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 003

(Adult) Learn a 3-step system for successfully managing your debts and expenses. The workshop is designed for Middle Class Americans who want to build real wealth and become financially independent by eliminating debt. Learn a linear math system that will eliminate all of your consumer debt in one to four years, and then your mortgage in another three to six years. Learn specific powerful and proven strategies that work… every single time. Bring a list of your debts with balances and monthly payments (principal and interest only for mortgage) to class and develop your own debt elimination plan that can be implemented immediately into your lifestyle. We will also look at some simple money management techniques to help insure you achieve your personal financial goals. We will walk through a simple cash flow management system for handling expenses and uncover numerous strategies for spending your money more efficiently, thereby putting more money back in your pocket. Finally, we will talk about “identity theft” and pulling a credit report to clean up incorrect information. BRING: pocket calculator. Suggested textbook available from the instructor for $39. FIN 800 RV Forest Wilson $45 3/28 Sa 9:30 am-1:30 pm 1 Session Woodward Technology Ctr Room 270 Antonio “Tony” Filippone, RFC is a Speaker, consultant, and Author of Financial Planning For The Not Yet Wealthy . Mr. Filippone has been featured on WIFR TV 23 News as well as on the cover of The Register (an International magazine for Financial Advisors). You may have also heard Antonio interviewed on Live at Five with Dean Ervin and Mortgage Talk on WNTA 1440 News Talk Radio. Come hear the facts not theory–strategies designed to work.

Will You Ever Be Able to Retire? (Adult) Revealed…the SECRETS that the Bank, Credit Card companies and the IRS aren’t telling you. Pay off a 30-year mortgage in 1/2 the time without making any additional payments. Why is it you are better off with MORE debt? Learn a better way to pay your debts using the money you already use to pay your bills. Once you master these basic principals you will be on your way to having the retirement of your dreams. Questions? Contact the instructor at (815) 633-9595 or e-mail at tony@ rockfordretirement.com. FREE autographed copy of Tony’s book on Financial Planning to the first 10 students who register! FIN 806 RV Antonio Filippone, RFC $32 3/26 Th 6:30-8:30 pm 1 Session RVC Physical Education Ctr Room 0110

NEW! Social Security Secrets (Adult) Should you start early? Is it smarter to delay until age 70? Recent economic events make Social Security Benefits more important than ever to Americans. Couples and Singles will learn little-known claiming strategies that could make a huge difference in their retirement Income. We will discuss, how benefits are calculated and easy ways to increase them, will Social Security be there for you? How you may be able to avoid paying taxes on Social Security, and how to make smarter choices to get more Social Security Income. When and how you elect Social Security benefits is a major financial decision so sign up now to get the facts! FIN 806 RV2 Antonio Filippone, RFC $32 4/23 Th 6:30-8:30 pm 1 Session RVC Physical Education Ctr Room 0110

FITNESS

FITNESS NEW! Pumped: Building a Better Brain Through Exercise & Movement

SUE MICHAELSEN welcomes students of all ages and physical differences to her classes. She’s earned Tai Chi and Chi Kung Teaching Certification from top expert Medical Doctors and Masters of Healing Arts in China, USA and Canada. Teaching since 1999, she has advanced training in injury prevention and assisting sports performance.

TAI CHI Are you looking for a way to reduce stress and improve your fitness? Tai Chi provides all of the cardiovascular, muscular, and flexibility benefits of traditional exercise formats, without the impact on joints and stress on the heart. Originating in ancient China, Tai Chi is an effective exercise for health of mind and body. It can be easy to learn and soon delivers its health benefits. For many, it continues as a lifetime journey. Almost anyone can learn Tai Chi’s postures and slow movements that are easily modified.

Tai Chi: Beginners FIT 800 BLL6 2/9-4/20 Bell School Rd. Ctr NO CLASS 3/9 & 3/30 FIT 800 BLL3 2/12-4/23 Bell School Rd. Ctr NO CLASS 3/12 & 4/2 FIT 800 BLL7 2/14-4/25 Bell School Rd. Ctr NO CLASS 3/14 & 4/4

Sue Michaelsen $68 M 10:45-11:45 am 9 Sessions 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 013 Sue Michaelsen $68 Th 5:30-6:30 pm 9 Sessions 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 013 Sue Michaelsen $68 Sa 8:00-9:00 am 9 Sessions 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 013

Tai Chi: Seated Practice (HS-Adult) Sit or stand to learn. FIT 800 BLL5 Sue Michaelsen $68 2/9-4/20 M 11:50 am-12:50 pm 9 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 013 NO CLASS 3/9 & 3/30

Tai Chi: Advanced (HS-Adult) PREREQUISITE: Tai Chi for Beginners or Instructor Approval. FIT 800 BLL4 Sue Michaelsen $68 2/9-4/20 M 9:40-10:40 am 9 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 013 NO CLASS 3/9 & 3/30

Tai Chi: All Levels (HS-Adult) PREREQUISITE: Tai Chi for Beginners or Instructor approval. FIT 800 BLL2 Sue Michaelsen $68 2/12-4/23 Th 6:40-7:40 pm 9 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 013 NO CLASS 3/12 & 4/2 FIT 800 BLL Sue Michaelsen $68 2/14-4/25 Sa 9:00-10:00 am 9 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 013 NO CLASS 3/14 & 4/4

SAVE THIS DATE! Saturday, April 25, 2015 Free Workshop – Celebrate World Tai Chi & Chi Kung Day

(Adult) Learn how exercise elevates mood, enhances memory and general cognitive function, and increases longevity. Discover which exercise type is best for preventing/reversing dementia, decreasing anxiety/depression, and preventing certain types of cancer, diabetes II, and treating Parkinson’s disease. Lean how to enhance motivation to exercise, create the exercise habit, and use technology to increase your success. FIT 817 CTC Cindy Stear $30 2/17 T 6:30-8:00 pm 1 Session Connections Therapy Center 5334 Williams Dr., Roscoe

Enjoy this intro to the many benefits from learning ancient movements for health and inner peace. Day begins with training in what we will practice for World Peace. 10:00 am begins practice with countries all around the world. 11:00 am-Noon will be demonstrations and training. FIT 800 BLL9 Sue Michaelsen FREE 4/25 Sa 10:00am-Noon 1 Session Bell School Rd. Ctr. 3500 N. Bell School Rd. Room 013

NEW! Therapeutic Chinese Medicine, Energy & Massage (Adult ) Learn Massage to relax and restore mental and physical comfort. Class includes intro to energy circulation and special points to enhance massage benefits. Handouts are included. HLT 806 BLL Sue Michaelsen $54 2/21 Sa 10:30 am-3:30 pm 1 Session Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 013

NEW! Therapeutic Chi Kung & Massage (Adult) Seen in Bill Moyers documentary, Healing & the Mind, Mystery of Chi, special breathing, postures and slow movements assist healing from serious medical concerns and minimize chronic discomfort. Handouts are included. Instructor is a Certified Chi Kung Instructor and Licensed Massage Therapist. HLT 806 BLL2 Sue Michaelsen $54 3/21 Sa 10:30 am-3:30 pm 1 Session Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 013

NEW! Therapeutic Tai Chi & Massage (Adult) Learn special exercise that can be practiced in minimal space to improve balance, release tension and strengthen your mind and body. Handouts are included. HLT 806 BLL3 Sue Michaelsen $54 4/18 Sa 10:30 am-3:30 pm 1 Session Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 013

NEW! Morning Stretch (Adult) Improve flexibility and strengthen core in a relaxing, meditative course that also incorporates deep breathing exercises. This is an ongoing class, the six class card can be used on any day the class is offered. FIT 812 RDC Rockford Dance Company $30 2/17-5/14 TTh 10:30-11:45 am 6 Sessions Rockford Dance Company 711 North Main St. NO CLASS 3/10 & 3/12

NEW! Foam Rolling Relief (Adult) Myofascial release, also known as foam rolling, targets the connective tissue that keeps muscles attached to our bones. Using the foam roller and our body weight, this exercise helps soften and stretch the connective tissue giving our body more flexibility. The class will focus on core stability and balance using the individual’s own weight and the foam rolls provided. The unique class helps build brain and body connection along with physical strength and flexibility. Attendees need a mat, comfortable clothing, and water. 6 inch by 36-inch foam rollers will be provided and for sale. FIT 812 WSP Cathie Everson $65 3/2-3/30 M 10:30-11:30 am 5 Sessions Womanspace 3333 Maria Linden Dr.

Exercise Class for Women (Adult) Weight training is so important for women. But where do you start? Perhaps you have never picked up a weight or have not exercised in years. This class will help you tone up muscles, strengthen your core, reduce stress and increase your energy level, and we will have fun! FIT 815 RV2 Bobbi Chance $64 4/7-5/5 T 6:45-7:45 am 5 Sessions RVC Physical Education Ctr Rooms 1200

Questions? Call (815) 921-3900 Fitness Zone has been owned and operated by KEVIN and BRENDA BURNS since 1994. Convenience, affordability and quality are the main goal. Along with the Burns’, all instructors take pride instructing their students to get the most out of their class and to keep everyone healthy and active.

FITNESS • HEALTH & NUTRITION

Floor, Core & More

Train With The Trainer

(Adult) A class designed to build strength not only in your core muscles, but in the entire body! Pilates added with the use of dumbbells, resist balls, resistance tubing and more. FIT 812 FZ3 Fitness Zone $80 2/17-5/16 T or Sa 8:30-9:30 am 13 Sessions Call (815) 624-7663 to schedule a date/time. Fitness Zone 807 Progressive Ln. S. Beloit

(Adult) This one hour high intensity weight room workout includes interval cardio sessions along with weight training on the machines and doing free weights. Train along with Brenda, Exercise Specialist and owner of Fitness Zone. FIT 812 FZ2 Fitness Zone $105 2/19-5/14 Th 8:30-9:30am 13 Sessions Call (815) 624-7663 to schedule a date/time. Fitness Zone 807 Progressive Ln. S. Beloit

HEALTH & NUTRITION NEW! Preventative Health & Organic Living

(Adult) Prevent cancer and the reoccurrence of cancer. Prevent the intake of toxins and pollutants in your body. Help eliminate obesity and learn more effective methods to lose weight. Learn to eat better food. Learn how to live, breathe and cook in a safe and healthy environment. Learn more effective exercises. Learn about the energy within you and around you. learn how to use herbs and complementary medicine to maintain proper health. Preventative health & Living will provide insight into maintaining a healthy and productive lifestyle. The world is changing and so are we. The key to good health in this decade is to focus on more modern and advanced prevention techniques as well as learning tried-and-true methods of the part. Primary prevention helps avoid the development of a disease. Using proper health techniques as primary preventive measures can lead to a disease-free existence and a balanced life. Get ahead and stay ahead with knowledge you can use. Topics for this one-day seminar include: • today’s nutrition tips • organic farming • meditation and visualization • effects of supplements and herbal remedies • holistic therapies in a clinical setting • the best ways to stay physically active and stay alive HLT 815 BLL9 Richard Gubbe $32 4/18 S 1:00-4:30 pm 1 Session Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 001 SARENE ALSHARIF has her Bachelors of Science in Nutritional Sciences and Masters in Public Health, both from the University of Missouri. She is an active member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and certified in both Gluten Free Diets and Sports Nutrition.

A Healthier You (HS-Adult) Learn how to eat healthier and get the tools you need to implement your new knowledge. Good nutrition can easily be a part of your everyday life. You’ll also get recipes and tips for healthy cooking. Topics include: My Plate, Fats, Simple Salads, Grains and Fiber, Proteins and Meat, Calcium and Iron and Gluten Free Diets. HLT 802 RV Sarene Alsharif $42 2/16-4/13 M 5:30-6:30 pm 8 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room 269 NO CLASS 3/9

NEW! Basics of Fermentation (Adult) The lost art of lacto-fermentation! Why fermented foods are beneficial for you and your gut, how to make them, and how to get your family to eat them. Then we’re going to get busy! We will discuss making fermented vegetables, sauerkraut, beet kvass, kombucha, water kefir, milk kefir, and homemade yogurt (dairy and non-dairy). HLT 800 BLL3 Alicia Dragic, RN CGP $45 4/11-4/18 Sa 3:00-5:00 pm 2 Sessions Bell School Road Ctr Room 002

NEW! Diets for Kids with Special Needs

RHONDA TOROSSIAN, is a certified Health Coach through the Institute Nutrition where she has been trained in over 100 different dietary theories, she has also received certification as a Raw Food Educator, graduate of The Northern Prairie School of Massage, and has studied holistic nutrition through Clayton College.

NEW! Eat, Enjoy, Energize (Adult) A heathy living class you can really apply in your daily life. Are you tired of always feeling tired? Learn what foods to eat so you can have more energy. Do you ask yourself “why do I crave sugar, caffeine, or chocolate? Learn why and how you can reduce those cravings. We’ll also cover the benefits of eating more whole foods, how to lose weight (and keep it off), where and how to shop for your foods. And simple tips on food preparation so delicious that you will not want to eat out again! HLT 803 RV Rhonda Torossian $42 2/18-4/1 W 6:00-7:30 pm 6 Sessions RVC Classroom Bldg. II Room 129 NO CLASS 3/11

(Adult) Details the special dietary needs of children with autism and ADD/ADHD. It is also helpful for children suffering from asthma, eczema and food allergies. You will learn why children with special needs often benefit from a special diet, how to implement it, and local resources to help you. HLT 800 BLL Alicia Dragic, RN CGP $20 2/18 W 6:30-8:30 pm 1 Session Bell School Road Ctr. Room 001

NEW! The GAPS Diet: Healing for the Mind and Body (Adult) Today, we face an epidemic of autoimmune disease, asthma, eczema, food allergies, autism, digestive illness and other conditions. What many people do not know is that all of these conditions share a root cause in the gut. Learn what exactly is “Gut and Psychology Syndrome” (GAPS), how it affects you, and how to implement a protocol of healing. HLT 800 BLL2 Alicia Dragic, RN CGP $40 2/25-3/4 W 6:30-8:30 pm 2 Sessions Bell School Road Ctr. Room 001

HEALTH & NUTRITION Continued • LANGUAGE, LITERATURE & WRITING

Connections Therapy Center is made of an entire team committed to meeting your needs using a mind-bodyspirit approach. Kathy Cox has 20 years of experience helping one connect to feelings, gain self-empowerment and create solutions to transform. Dr. Cindy Stear has extensive, specialized training in treatment of abuse, pediatric issues, and health psychology for a range of medical issues including chronic pain, wellness psychology for freedom from smoking, weight loss/maintenance and sports performance. STARR PITTAWAY is a Certified Natural Health Professional and Digestive Specialist who provides services that include wellness evaluations, detoxification of heavy metals, and individualized natural nutrition counseling.

NEW! Food for Thought (Adult) Learn how nutrients/foods affect stress, attention, anxiety, depression, anger, impulse control and sleep. Identify how appetite and stress related eating are affected by adrenal hormones, behavioral consequences of poor nutrition, the best diets for different emotional/mental/medical disorders, and weight loss maintenance. HLT 803 CTC Dr. Cindy Stear $30 2/24 T 6:30-8:00 pm 1 Session Connections Therapy Center 5534 Williams Dr., Roscoe

NEW! Let’s Talk Toxins, Detoxification and Cleansing Protocols (Adult) Discover the importance of integrating the body, mind and spirit for an overall detoxification protocol. The buildup of toxins within the human body can impact all the Body Systems, creating chronic infections, etc. Understand all aspects of detoxification in a realistic, practical and affordable manner: • Understand sources of toxins • Learn when and why you need to detox • Understand specific body cleansing protocols • Safe cleansing techniques • Emotional detoxification • Handouts are included HLT 806 CTC Starr Pittaway $40 2/19 Th 6:30-8:30 pm 1 Session Connections Therapy Center 5534 Williams Dr., Roscoe

Freedom from Smoking Through Hypnosis (Adult) Quit smoking for good by harnessing the power of your unconscious mind. The protocol is 80% effective at one year follow up. Get healthy now! Includes free CD. PSY 800 CTC4 Dr. Cindy Stear $40 3/17-3/31 T 7:00-8:00 pm 2 Sessions Connections Therapy Center 5534 Williams Dr., Roscoe NO CLASS 3/24

PRE-REGISTRATION & PAYMENT

Required for all classes! Please register early to reserve your place in the class and avoid cancellation. Every effort will be made to notify registrants if a class has been canceled. However, it is your responsibility to update your address and phone number with our Records Office.

LANGUAGE, LITERATURE & WRITING Korean: Beginning (HS-Adult) This Korean beginning level class is for everyone wanting to learn the language, and understand Korean pop and drama. Covers basic Korean alphabet, numbers, nouns, and grammar to speak daily conversations in Korean. LAN 809 RV2 Sejeong Ji $133 3/25-5/27 W 6:00-8:00 pm 10 Sessions RVC Jacob Ctr for Science & Math Room 1104

NEW! Intermediate Korean (HS-Adult) PreRequisite: Beginning Korean This Korean intermediate level class continues with language, pop culture, drama, alphabet, numbers and conversation. LAN 809 RV Sejeong Ji $133 3/24-5/26 T 6:00-8:00 pm 10 Sessions RVC Jacob Ctr for Science & Math Room 1104

JUDITH BARRERA-TULIAN was born in Cordoba, Argentina. Highlights of her career include being a Professor of Native Argentinean Dances for Children, teacher of folkloric Mexican Dances, and Professor, Superior Level of Argentinean Dances. Memberships include Aconcagua Artistic Ballet, Argentina (1974–1976) and Huehuecoyotl Ballet, Mexican Dances, Elgin Community College (1999 -2002).

JOSEPH RHEIN is a cognizant engineer at United Technologies Aerospace Systems (UTAS), supporting development testing for primary and auxiliary aircraft power generators. He holds a MS in Aerospace Engineering and a double major in Mechanical Engineering and German from Washington University in St. Louis. Joe’s favorite hobby is programming, incorporating a variety of free-ware apps and software solutions into his classes. His teaching style emphasizes instant feedback learning and study techniques that allow for iteration and exploration of problems in more approachable ways.

Spanish for Everyone: Level I

German l

Spanish for Everyone: Level II

(HS-Adult) In this class, we will seek to tackle the basics of German grammar, focusing on the formation of simple expressions in the present, past, and future tenses. This class will use a variety of multimedia resources to reinforce lectures in the form of memory games and apps to drill vocabulary and short videos to review grammar mechanics. No prior experience with German needed for class. LAN 808 RV Joseph Rhein $131 2/17-3/26 TTh 6:00-8:00 pm 5 Sessions RVC Classroom Bldg II Room 121 NO CLASS 3/10 & 3/12

Spanish for Culture: Level I (HS-Adult) After taking this class students will be anxious to visit Latin American countries and Mexico. Students will take great pleasure in talking Spanish with people of Spanish countries and Hispanics living in the USA. Purchase: Text at RVC Bookstore. LAN 800 BLL Walter Gutierrez $105 2/21-4/25 Sa 9:00-11:00 am 8 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 003 NO CLASS 3/14 & 4/4

Spanish for Culture: Level II (HS-Adult) This class is a continuation of Spanish for Culture Level I and will give students language skills to use while doing business and traveling in the Spanish speaking world. PREREQUISITE: Spanish for Culture-Level I or equivalent experience. Purchase: Text at RVC Bookstore. LAN 800 BLL2 Walter Gutierrez $105 2/21-4/25 Sa 11:30 am-1:30 pm 8 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 003 NO CLASS 3/14 & 4/4

(1 Credit) This first-level class will help you learn basic conversational Spanish grammar, alphabet, pronunciations, sounds, articles, nouns, adjectives. Gain the tools to help you start putting sentences and paragraphs together. FOR 031 RV Judith Bamera-Tulian $129 2/9-3/5 MTh 6:00-8:00 pm 8 Sessions RVC Jacob Ctr for Science & Math Room 1106

(1 Credit) A continuation of our Spanish–Level I class. PREREQUISITE: Spanish Level I (or instructor permission). Purchase: Text at RVC bookstore. FOR 037 RV Judith Bamera-Tulian $129 3/16-4/13 MTh 6:00-8:00 pm 8 Sessions RVC Jacob Ctr for Science & Math Room 1106 NO CLASS 4/2

Spanish for Everyone: Level III (1 Credit) A continuation of our Spanish–Level II class. PREREQUISITE: Spanish Level lI (or instructor permission). Purchase: Text at RVC bookstore. FOR 038 RV Judith Bamera-Tulian $129 4/16-5/11 MTh 6:00-8:00 pm 8 Sessions RVC Jacob Ctr for Science & Math Room 1106

Chinese I (1 Credit) Whether your familiarity with Chinese is limited to “ni hao ma” or you have already taken an introductory course, anyone can benefit from this fun, entry level course. If you might someday visit China or perhaps come into contact with Mandarin speakers in business, you’ll get the basic tools you need here. Course will introduce Chinese Mandarin tones, Pinyin, basic Chinese grammar, vocabulary, and characters. No prerequisites required. Purchase: Text at RVC Bookstore. FOR 043 RV Richard Wholey $135 2/17-4/28 T 6:00-8:00 pm 10 Sessions RVC Classroom Bldg ll Room 124 NO CLASS 3/10

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LANGUAGE, LITERATURE & WRITING Continued • MARTIAL ARTS & SELF DEFENSE

MARTIAL ARTS & SELF DEFENSE Dr. Justin Ramza is a 2nd degree black belt Aikido and is an instructor at Rockford Aikikai Aikido.

Aikido: Martial Art of Balance JOHN WEBER is a national award winning author of Middle Grade and Young Adult novels. He is a literary agent with Serendipity Literary Agency in New York.

NEW! Writing the Middle Grade and Young Adult Novel (Adult) Writing the Middle Grade (MG) and Young Adult (YA) Novel will introduce you to the techniques of writing for this audience. The course will examine the underlying structure of a novel, specific writing techniques such as dialog, characterization, pacing, and plots. Provides a hands on process that will assist an unpublished writer to complete a MG or YA novel. The end of the course will include the process of querying an agent or publisher and selling a novel. Purchase: Textbook at RVC bookstore prior to class. COM 808 RV John Weber $81 2/11-4/22 W 6:30-8:30 pm 10 Sessions RVC Classroom Bldg II Room 121 NO CLASS 3/11 KRISTI MCAULIFFE teaches German language at Rock Valley College. Participating in this class will give you a better understanding not only of the Holocaust, but also of its literature and the people who have contributed to it. Kristi will lead you through the exploration & meaning of Holocaust literature, it’s role in society, and engage you in critical thinking, evaluation, and self reflection.

NEW! Literature of the Holocaust (Adult) For those interested in exploring not only the historical, factual aspects of the Holocaust, but also the psychological, social, and deeply personal perspectives of it. We will survey a number of literary responses to the Holocaust from a wide variety of perspectives and time frames, including historical accounts, memoirs, short stories, and poetry. REQUIRED: outside reading time will be required and expected for class discussions. LIT 800 RV Kristi McAuliffe $49 3/21-5/2 Sa 10:00 am-Noon 6 Sessions RVC Classroom Bldg II Room 228

How to Read the Bible for All It’s Worth (Adult) Prepare for an adventure of Biblical proportions! In this course you’ll discover, in simple step-by-step fashion, how to effectively Examine God’s Word (observation) how properly Explain it’s meaning (interpretation) and how to then Experience the dynamic truths of God’s Word (application)! No special skills required. If you can read, you can understand God’s Word. Let Explosive Bible Study transform your life. The adventure awaits! SOC 800 RV3 Robert Walker $47 3/17-3/31 T 6:30-8:30 pm 3 Sessions RVC Classroom Bldg. II Room 221A

(Adult) The defensive martial art of Aikido is based on the sword and short staff. It is a modern art from Japan with the focus of balance, control of one’s center line, and the shifting of posture to take control of another’s center line. In some manner, Aikido is similar to Judo, jui-jitsu and tai chi, as it involves no punching or kicking, no sport competition, and rank is optional. It is open to any male or female aged 18 and up, who can perform the basic movements of sliding forward, pivoting, and turning about. Those considering Aikido are encouraged to visit the aikido web page www.aikidorocks.com to see videos of this style of Aikido, and discern if this art might be of interest. WEAR: T-shirt and sweat pants, Karate or other martial art uniform. FIT 805 RC Justin Ramza $15 Call (815) 988-9885 to schedule a date/time. 21 Sessions Ramza Club 71 Spring Brook Rd.

JUNG’S Tae Kwon Do ACADEMY of Belvidere is your premier martial arts institution. Specializing in Tae Kwon Do, our goal oriented training focuses on courtesy, discipline with purpose, self defense and high level sport competition. We offer classes ranging from 3 year old “Tiny Tigers” to adult. Jung’s Tae Kwon Do Academy is a comfortable environment to learn and practice. It is our greatest pride to offer you training from numerous black belt instructors, with knowledge and experience that is unparalleled anywhere in the world.

Family Tae Kwon Do (All ages) Tae Kwon Do is a martial art focusing the hands and feet for defense and attack. Through Tae Kwon Do training you can gain self confidence, increased physical and mental strength and increased stamina. It is a great exercise and can increase flexibility and agility while learning Self Defense. Family classes are available on Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday. FIT 805 BE Master Jung $99 Call (815) 544-3222 to schedule day/times. 16 Sessions Jung’s Tae Kwon Do Academy 2241 Anderson Dr., Belvidere

Tae Kwon Do Basics (Age 7 & Up) Our kids program is aimed at the needs and development of school aged children. Tae Kwon Do training can help attain a greater sense of self worth and confidence while increasing the physical activity that children need. Tae Kwon Do training helps with focus and attention to details. Tae Kwon Do is great exercise and your child can learn Self Defense in a fun and structured environment. Kids Tae Kwon Do classes are available Monday through Saturday. Once registered with RVC, please call Jung’s Tae Kwon Do to schedule day/time. FIT 805 BE Master Jung $99 Call (815) 544-3222 to schedule day/times. 16 Sessions Jung’s Tae Kwon Do Academy 2241 Anderson Dr., Belvidere

ELITE DEFENSE was founded by MATTHEW J. NUMRICH, one of only a handful of Full Instructor of Jeet Kune Do (JKD) and the Filipino Martial Arts by Sifu Paul Vunak (under Guru Dan Inosanto). He also holds only 1 of 48 Certified Executive Instructor positions under Progressive Fighting Systems. His passion is using the martial arts to increase the quality of his student’s lives.

NEW! Krav Maga (Age 16-Adult) Krav Maga is a not only teaches extremely effective and efficient self-defense, but does it in a incredible workout format. Based off of the Israeli military program, Krav Maga teaches anyone to defend themselves against bigger and stronger opponents. This class will teach easy, but realistic self-defense moves while also burning fat and increasing endurance and energy! Elite Defense Systems is the only certified Krav Maga school in Northern IL, so do not miss this opportunity! FIT 803 EDS Elite Defense Staff $39 Call (815) 885-4758 to schedule day/times. 4 Sessions Elite Defense Systems 1020 Riverside Blvd.

Female Self-Defense (Adult) Female participants learn seven easy and extremely effective self-defense tools they can use to escape from bigger and stronger opponents. Know what to do if someone grabs you from behind, tackles you down to the ground or assaults you with a weapon. Once registered with RVC call Elite. HLT 811 EDS Elite Defense Staff $29 2/21 Sa 7:00 - 8:00 pm 1 Session Elite Defense Systems 1020 Riverside Blvd.

MIND & BODY

MIND & BODY RICHARD GUBBE, Reiki Master, has been teaching the Usui System of Reiki Healing since 1985 and has instructed more than 2,600 students and 400 Reiki Master Teachers nationwide.

Healing Energy of Reiki I (Adult) Hands-on training sessions where you will use white light energy to heal yourself and others. This energy healing system is used in hospitals and other clinical settings as an effective technique to heal the body after suffering trauma and before and after surgery. Reiki has been found to be successful for pain relief, cancer treatment and is also used in hospice settings. You will mobilize the same White Light Energy healing that is used in hospitals and medical clinics throughout the world. Reiki, Japanese for “Light Energy,” accelerates the body’s healing process and provides physical and spiritual healing, relaxation and stress relief, along with personal growth and awareness. You will have all the necessary steps to become an energy healer and be attuned to Universal Life Energy that comes from ancient Tibet. General public as well as those in nursing, massage therapy and other healing arts welcome. Reiki I certificates awarded and honored worldwide. HLT 815 BLL4 Richard Gubbe $74 3/17-3/24 T 6:00-9:30 pm 2 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 003 HLT 815 BLL3 Richard Gubbe $74 3/21-3/28 Sa 1:00-4:30 pm 2 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 002 HLT 815 BLL5 Richard Gubbe $74 4/9-4/16 Th 6:00-9:30 pm 2 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 004 HLT 815 BLL6 Richard Gubbe $74 4/17-4/24 F 6:00-9:30 pm 2 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 003

SUE MICHAELSEN welcomes students of all ages and physical differences to her classes. She’s earned Tai Chi and Chi Kung Teaching Certification from expert Medical Doctors and Masters of Healing Arts in China, USA and Canada. Also an Acupressure Teacher and Licensed Massage Therapist, with advanced training in injury prevention and assisting sports performance.

Massage For Couples (Adult) Spend a Special Date learning to pamper your loved one’s neck, shoulders, back and more from a Licensed Massage Therapist and Authorized Jin Shin Do® Acupressure Teacher. Students remain clothed. BRING: blanket and pillow to make chairs comfortable for you. HLT 818 BLL Sue Michaelsen $41/person 2/14 Sa 3:30-6:30 pm 1 Session Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 013

Reiki Share

Visualization & Meditation

(Adult) Designed for Reiki students who have completed the first level of Reiki training. Weekly sessions allow Reiki practitioners to work on members of the general public as well as themselves. You will experience the use of providing Reiki treatments in a clinical healing setting. Perform 20-minute treatments in small groups on massage tables in a quiet setting. No appointments are needed and no fees are charged for members of the public. You will receive a Reiki Attunement from 25-year Reiki Master Richard Gubbe and a certificate of service. HLT 815 BLL Richard Gubbe $22 2/18-5/13 W 6:00-9:00 pm 12 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 003 NO CLASS 3/11

(Adult) Live a full life with prosperity and stable relationships. Negative beliefs with a lack of visualization skills keep us from achieving our dreams and reaching full potential. Use “Conceptualize, Visualize & Realize” and “The Prosperity Wheel” to challenge old, negative beliefs. Learn exciting techniques to get what you want in life! HLT 815 BLL8 Richard Gubbe $39 3/19-3/26 Th 6:30-8:30 pm 2 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 002

Reiki Healing Energy II (Adult) Ancient Healing Symbols and Visualization in Healing covered in this advanced class. The use of light energy along with visualization, chakras and color therapy are explored. You will discover how powerful ancient symbols and intent are used to amplify the healing process and how to send White Light Energy treatments anywhere. Experience further personal growth and awareness through intensified Reiki training. Reiki II certificates awarded and honored worldwide. Bring: A notebook and dress casually. PREREQUISITE: The Energy Healing of Reiki Techniques of Distance Energy Healing. HLT 815 BLL7 Richard Gubbe $149 5/14-5/21 Th 6:00-9:30 pm 2 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 003

KATHY O’DIERNO, owner of My Little Cosmos, is an Astrological Consultant, Reiki Master, and Licensed Social Worker. One of her greatest joys in life is being able to help others. She has been studying astrology and casting/interpreting charts for 19 years. Astrology resonates deeply within as it is a different way to explain “why we do what we do” ... meaning it focuses on the psychological aspects of our behavior and has the ability to make sense of what seems like a jumble of chaos.

NEW! Astrology 101 (Adult) Astrology is both an art and the oldest empirical science in the world. It is a tool that provides greater understanding of yourself; your innate birth talents, strengths, weaknesses, challenges, abilities and focus. This fascinating discovery into our inner psyche is the key to self-awareness as we learn to integrate different parts of our self and understand “why we do what we do.” Get acquainted with the planets, their symbolism, zodiac signs and their polarity, triplicities, and quadruplicities. Finally, putting it all together by learning how to interpret a birth chart at a beginner’s level. SOC 803 RV Kathy O’Dierno $109 2/14-5/30 Sa 9:00 am - Noon 12 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room 211 NO CLASS 2/28, 3/7, 3/14, 4/4

Sound Therapy with Tibetan Singing Bowls (Adult) Tibetan Singing Bowls are a type of instrument used for healing and meditation. Also known as Himalayan Sound Bowls, Tibetan Singing Bowls are considered a type of bell, long used by Buddhist monks in meditation. When played, Tibetan singing bowls vibrate and produce a deep, rich tone. These vibrations are thought to produce beneficial changes within your body, which can reduce stress, harmonize your cells, and balance your body’s energy system. For hundreds of years, the use of specific pure tones from antique healing bowls made in the Himalayan region help us heal faster, meditate at a higher level and grow spiritually. The vibration and sound at the right frequencies from high-grade bowls can accelerate the healing process through our Chakras. Each of the seven physical Chakras benefits from specific notes from antique healing bowls. This fascinating use of healing bowls can be felt instantly. Students will be able to play antique, collectionquality bowls and bells that are hundreds of years old in this one-day seminar. HLT 815 BLL2 Richard Gubbe $34 4/25 Sa 1:00-4:00 pm 1 Session Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 004

DR. SHANTI ViRDI-HULSEBUS practices NUCCA Chiropractic and is a graduate of Life Chiropractic College West in Hayward, California. She has studied and worked globally as a volunteer, and moved to Illinois recently to join her husband, Dr. Kyle Hulsebus, in family practice.

Past Life Regression (Adult) Are past lives real? Experience your own past lives and discover for yourself why certain people and places hold special meaning in your current life. Past-life regression hypnosis allows you to visit other times and other places to find answers to questions you’ve always had. Experience past-life regression in a supportive setting. PSY 800 RV3 Dr. Shanti Virdi-Hulsebus $32 4/22 W 7:00-9:00 pm 1 Session RVC Student Center Room 1222

GIFT OF CLASS

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MIND & BODY Continued

PATRICIA HALVERSON founded the CENTER FOR LIVING WHOLE after many years of exploring authentic truth, a life-changing trip to Peru, and life-changing training in alternative therapies. She is studied, trained or certified in vibrational energy, therapeutic essential oils, herbal medicine, natural and psycho-spiritual methods of healing for emotional release. Her focus lies in helping people release, renew and reconnect with their inner voice of truth and listen to their body’s wisdom. Presenter is a distributor, educator and trainer of Young Living essential oils and protocols.

Beth Campisi is a Certified Chakra Instructor through Bridges of Unity, Reiki Master/Teacher and Licensed Massage Therapist. Her focus is helping others connect on the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual levels to achieve wholeness and well-being through working with the chakras. Beth is a NCBTMB Approved Provider #451792-11.

NEW! Chakras Rhythms Chakras are vital energy centers that sustain us on al levels of consciousness. They are pathways that connect us to the cycles and rhythms of the Earth, to all aspects of ourselves and to the cosmic pulse of Creation. How would it feel to flow with your Soul, to discover and express your true essence and to experience your aliveness? Release the burden of defining yourself! Awaken the endless possibilities hidden within each one of your chakra centers that is waiting to be discovered. Though the transformation power of freestyle movement, music and spontaneous expression of the physical body, all other pathways open! Please wear loose fitting clothing and bring a mat. OSS 006 BLL Beth Campisi $29 4/19 Su 1:00-3:00 pm 1 Session Bell School Road Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 013

Beginner’s Guide to Essential Oils: Natural Health Techniques (Adult) Essential oils are natural, concentrated and effective for a myriad of uses. The chemical constituents of essential oils have been shown to support body functions, help reduce stress and improve peak performance. They have been used for hundreds of years in massage, baths, diffusers, vaporizers, compresses, sacred ceremony and cooking! Sample various oils, experience diffusing and take home much information to share with friends and family. Bring your notebook to take notes. HLT 806 RV Patricia Halverson $49 3/17 T 6:00-8:30 pm 1 Session RVC Jacob Ctr for Science and Math Room 1102

Intro to the Chakras This overview will help you understand why opening and healing the seven chakras are essential to living a healthy, happy, productive, balanced, and fulfilling life. These energy centers are the connections between our mind, body, and spirit and the driving force behind every function of our lives. Learn what the chakras are, and how they impact your life, health and well-being. Based on the book, “Seven Portals to Your Soul: An Accessible Guide for Mending Your Life” by Marcia A. Phillips. 2 CEU’s for Social Workers and Licensed Practical Counselors. OSS 006 RV Beth Campisi $29 3/17 T 6:00-8:00 pm 1 Session RVC Classroom Building II Room 222

Connections Therapy Center is made of an entire team committed to meeting your needs using a mind-bodyspirit approach. Kathy Cox has 20 years of experience helping

one connect to feelings, gain self-empowerment and create solutions to transform.

NEW! Communication Games Essential Oils to Clear Negativity and Improve Quality of Life (Adult) Stress is a key health factor in our lives today and causing many physical, emotional and psychological problems today. The chemical compounds in essential oils offer improved performance in many areas. Stress and negativity can be debilitating to anyone. Natural methods are increasing in popularity for an improved quality of life. Anyone who seeks more physical, mental, emotional and spiritual growth in their lives can benefit. You will be empowered to become more aware of your body’s energies and attune it. It is important to become more aware of your personal power to enjoy peace of mind, no matter where you are. Bring your notebook, sample various oils, and get tips and techniques to use for yourself and family. HLT 806 RV2 Patricia Halverson $49 5/12 T 6:00 - 8:30 pm 1 Session RVC Jacob Ctr for Science and Math Room 1102

(Adult) Open communication is an essential part of maintaining any relationship. Rarely are these skills taught outside a counselors office. Learn the Drama Triangle Dynamics, that get in the way of effective communication. Which role do you play? Victim, Persecutor or Rescuer? PSY 800 CTC Kathy Cox $30 1/28 W 6:30-8:00 pm 1 Session Connections Therapy Center 5334 Williams Dr., Roscoe

The Mask You Wear (Adult) We wear many masks in life. Who is the real you? Discover you! Mask making has been around for centuries. Masks can be an external image of yourself. Discover the internal you—come and enjoy creating a mask of you. You can make a mask on your face using plaster strips or through the use of paper and other forms. PSY 800 CTC2 Kathy Cox $30 2/11 W 6:30-8:00 pm 1 Session Connections Therapy Center 5334 Williams Dr., Roscoe

Opening the Lower Chakras (.5 Credit) The lower chakras (root, sacral and solar plexus) help us to live a physical life that truly works for us. Specific information about each chakra is covered: its location, heath issues, function and how to open and balance it to live a happier, healthier more meaningful life. This class is for anyone interested in doing personal inner work with your lower chakras to facilitate physical, mental, and emotional awareness and healing. The book and workbook required for this class are “Seven Portals To Your Soul: An Accessible Guide For Mending Your Life” by Marcia Phillips and can be purchased from the instructor the first night of class. (Cost for the book and workbook is $35 and are also used for the Opening Your Upper Chakras class.) 10 CEU’s for Social Workers and Licensed Practical Counselors. HLT 091 RV Beth Campisi $101 3/24-4/14 T 6:00-8:30 pm 4 Sessions RVC Classroom Bldg ll Room 222

Opening the Upper Chakras (.5 Credits) The upper chakras (heart, throat, third eye and crown) help us connect with our inner higher spiritual self to live a life that is in alignment with who we truly are. Specific information about each chakra is covered: its location, health issues, function and how to open and balance it to live a loving, peaceful more fulfilling life. This class will utilize the tools and build upon insights learned in the Lower Chakra class, therefore the prerequisite Opening the Lower Chakras class is highly recommended. 10 CEU’s for Social Workers and Licensed Practical Counselors. HLT 092 RV Beth Campisi $101 4/28-5/19 T 6:00-8:30 pm 4 Sessions RVC Classroom Bldg ll Room 222

Scribbles (Adult) Scribbles are a developmental stage for every person. There is a continuum of development in the basic skills of drawing. A child can show you with no hesitation their inner world through scribbles. Many of us become developmentally challenged and resist the experience of creating art. Often drawing may be perceived as impossible and met with fear or resistance. I believe that all of us can be taught to go through the developmental stages of drawing. Each of us can be an artist in their own way. It begins with the SCRIBBLE. Come enjoy creating your OWN scribble. PSY 800 CTC3 Kathy Cox $30 3/11 W 6:30-8:00 pm 1 Session Connections Therapy Center 5334 Williams Dr., Roscoe

The 5 Love Languages (Adult) You and your partner are invited! Come learn the secret to Love that lasts. “How do we meet each other’s deep emotional need to feel loved? If we can learn that and choose to do it, then the love we share will be exciting beyond anything we ever felt when we were infatuated.” Dr. Gary Chapman he focus of this group will be on learning skills; space is limited – register early! SOC 800 CTC Kathy Cox $30 4/15 W 6:30-8:00 pm 1 Session Connections Therapy Center 5334 Williams Dr., Roscoe

MUSIC

MUSIC COMMUNITY MUSIC GROUPS Community Orchestra Community Jazz Ensemble (Adult) Open to jazz band instrumentalists who enjoy a wide variety of jazz styles. Music performed will be jazz band instrumentation. Performances with the ensemble will include concerts at Rock Valley College as well as other community concerts. New members should contact the instructor prior to first rehearsal. PREREQUISITE: Previous jazz band experience, new students call instructor at (815) 921-3357. MUS 809 RV Ken Stein $47 1/14-4/29 W 7:00-8:30 pm 15 Sessions RVC Educational Resource Ctr Room 0214 NO CLASS 3/11

Community Band (Adult) Community band provides an opportunity for the individual to continue with their instrumental development through performing a variety of musical styles in the concert band setting. New members should contact the director at (815) 975-0478 or e-mail rvcband@hotmail.com. PREREQUISITE: Must be proficient on a band instrument. Concert TBA. MUS 809 RV4 Erik Oberg $47 1/15-4/23 Th 6:45-9:00 pm 14 Sessions RVC Educational Resource Ctr Room 0214 NO CLASS 3/12 Performances 4/24 & 5/15

(Adult) This class is open to instrumentalists of intermediate and above abilities who are able to read music. Music from various periods and styles will be studied and performed in concerts. Bring: Your instrument to the first class. MUS 800 RV3 Michael C. Beert $49 1/26-5/4 M 7:00-9:15 pm 13 Sessions RVC Educational Resource Ctr Room 0214 NO CLASS 3/9 & 4/27

Rock Valley Master Chorale (Adult) The Rock Valley Master Chorale is a choir of dedicated singers who enjoy learning concert repertoire that is both challenging and enriching. We bring music of the highest level to the community through public concerts, and share our talents in presenting outreach performance that serve the wider community. If you are looking to rekindle a choral experience that will recapture the joy and the excellence of a wonderful high school or college choir, we welcome you to join us soon. PREREQUISITE: Successful audition with the director and accompanist. For more information call (815) 978-8169 or email j.wahlquist@comcast.net. MUS 806 RV4 John Wahlquist $65 2/3-5/5 T 7:00-9:00 pm 13 Sessions RVC Educational Resource Ctr Room 0214 NO CLASS 3/10

Beginning Guitar

NEW! Beginning Blues Guitar

(Adult) Learn to play tons of songs: folk, pop and classical, in numerous keys, using a variety of picking patterns. Absolutely no previous experience is necessary. The only requirement is to bring yourself and an acoustic guitar to the first class. Join us for fun and camaraderie. Call the instructor, Cathy Bautz, at (815) 398-0383 if you have any questions about this class. MUS 800 BLL5 Catherine Bautz $61 4/9-5/28 Th 6:30-8:00 pm 8 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 002

(Adult) Covers the basics of blues and how it has evolved throughout the century. Conquer simple scales and cords while gaining an understanding of form. Play rhythms, play melody and accompaniment in different keys while understanding basics of music theory. Instruction includes music notation, sight-reading and ensemble playing with detailed instruction on technique by physical example and printed materials. No experience required. Bring electric, acoustic or bass guitar to class. Class may be repeated with new songs each semester. Purchase: Required textbook at RVC Bookstore. MUS 800 RV Frederick Johnson $121 2/17-4/28 T 7:00-9:00 pm 10 Sessions RVC Classroom Bldg. II Room 123 NO CLASS 3/10

Intermediate Guitar (Adult) This course is a continuation of Beginning Guitar for Adults. You will learn a variety of techniques to add interest and excitement to your guitar playing, including how to read tablature, bass runs, hammers, slides, pull-offs, new picking patterns and additional styles of music, such as the blues. Call, Cathy Bautz, at (815) 398-0383 if you have any questions about this class. PREREQUISITE: Beginning guitar for adults or instructor consent. MUS 800 BLL4 Catherine Bautz $49 4/9-5/28 Th 8:00-9:00 pm 8 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 002

RVC Bookstore

Student Center, Ground Level rvc.bncollege.com or (815) 921-1680. For spring hours and to order or view used and new textbooks, visit us online at www.whywaitforbooks.com.

Bagpipes 101 (Adult) This is your chance to learn Scottish Highland Bagpipes or Highland Drumming on Snare, Tenor, and Bass Drums. Experience not necessary. Ages 14 and older welcome. Small group instruction provided by members of the City of Rockford Pipe Band. Bagpipe students begin instruction on chanters, and drumming students begin instruction on drum pads. Information on materials needed provided in class. MUS 811 BLL City of Rockford Pipe Band $47 2/17-5/26 T 7:00-8:00 pm 14 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 013 NO CLASS 3/10

Old Towne Band (Adult) This class specializes in performing turn-of-the century music including circus, marches, novelties, ragtime, Dixieland, vaudeville, overtures, etc. The band presents a formal concert each semester and performs at various community events. Note: Class size is limited; new members should check with the instructor at the first class meeting for any openings. PREREQUISITE: Ability to play a band instrument. MUS 809 KCDS Mark Rose $47 2/16-4/27 M 7:00-9:00 pm 11 Sessions Keith School 1 Jacoby Place Band Room

Questions? Call (815) 921-3900

MUSIC • ORGANIZING

SAVE $10! Attend both piano classes and save more money! MUS 800 SAVE Just Once Staff 4/11 Bell School Rd. Ctr

$110 1 Session Room 001

Just Once Piano for Busy People (HS-Adult) Some music teachers may not want you to know this, but you don’t need years of weekly lessons to learn piano. In just a few hours, you can learn enough secrets of the trade to give you years of musical enjoyment. How do we do it? While regular piano teachers teach note reading, piano professionals use chords. And you can learn all the chords you’ll need to play any song in this one session. Any song. Any style. Any key. If you can find middle C and know the meaning of Every Good Boy Does Fine, you already know enough to enroll in this workshop. Total beginners print a free pamphlet by going to www.justonceclasses.com. INCLUDES: book and practice CD. Topics include: • How chords work in a song • How to get more out of sheet music by reading less of it • How to form the three main types of chords • How to handle different keys and time signatures • How to avoid “counting” • How to simplify over 12,000 complex chords MUS 800 BLL Just Once Staff $60 4/11 S 9:00 am-Noon 1 Session Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 001

Just Once Play Piano by Ear (HS-Adult) Learn one of music’s deepest mysteries: how to play songs without relying on music. A very practical presentation of music theory that includes predicting chord progressions, learning from recordings, and transposing-all expressed in everyday language. This is an ideal follow-up to the “Just ONCE Piano” class and is open to anyone who has a basic understanding of chords on any instrument. Expand your musical horizons, and free yourself from sheet-music dependence, and be the life of the party! This class is a great follow-up to Just ONCE Piano. INCLUDES: book and practice CD. PREREQUISITES: Know basic chords or have attended the Just ONCE Piano in the morning. Topics include: • How to find the starting note • How to determine when chords change • How to predict the chord progression • How chords help you find the melody • How chords help you find the correct melody • How the melody helps you find the chord • How to learn songs from recordings in all keys • How to transpose • The Universal Key Signature • How to use the Circle of Fifth • How to recognize the most common chord patterns MUS 800 BLL 2 Just Once Staff $60 4/11 S 1:00-3:30 pm 1 Session Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 001

PIANO WITH INGER LANGSHOLT

Adult Continuing Piano

INGER LANGSHOLT is a well-respected private instruction piano teacher, instrumental in developing community piano lessons in a group setting at Rock Valley College. Inger’s teaching style and classes are best described by one of her adult students: “She taught me (to play the piano) as a child. This is an easy, laid-back approach for the beginner. The student enjoys it!”

Adult Inger Lansholt 1/20-5/12 T 10:00-11:00 am RVC Building G NO CLASS 3/10

Adult Piano V & Vl

Adult Inger Lansholt 1/26-5/11 M 6:45-7:45 pm RVC Building G NO CLASS 3/9 & 4/6

$124

16 Sessions Piano Lab

$111 14 Sessions Piano Lab

TO REGISTER: • Choose appropriate age/skill level: attend the first class. • Register and pay at first class (check only please). • A piano or keyboard with standard size keys needed for home preparation of assignments. • Dates/times and class level assignments subject to change at instructor’s discretion.

Piano Classes for CURRENT (Experienced) Students

Piano Classes for NEW (inexperienced) Students

PREREQUISITE: Adult Beginning Piano l & ll or private instruction Adult Inger Lansholt $113 1/22-5/14 Th 11:00 am-Noon 15 Sessions RVC Building G Piano Lab NO CLASS 3/12 & 4/2

Classes designed for beginning level students. No experience required!

Adult Beginning Piano Must have a keyboard/piano for daily use. 16 & Up Inger Lansholt 1/20-5/12 T 6:45-7:45 pm RVC Building G NO CLASS 3/10 16 & Up Inger Lansholt 1/22-5/14 Th 10:00-11:00 am RVC Building G NO CLASS 3/12 & 4/2 16 & Up Inger Lansholt 1/24-5/16 Sa 9:00-10:00 am RVC Building G NO CLASS 3/14 & 4/4

(Adult) Classes designed for students who have previously attended piano classes or have past experience.

Adult Beginning Piano ll & lll

Adult Beginning Piano lll & IV

$120 16 Sessions Piano Lab $113 16 Sessions Piano Lab $120 15 Sessions Piano Lab

Adult Inger Lansholt 1/20-5/12 T 7:45-8:45 pm RVC Building G NO CLASS 3/10 Adult Inger Lansholt 1/20-5/12 T 11:00 am-Noon RVC Building G NO CLASS 3/10

‘Tweeners Continuing Piano

Ages 11-15 Inger Langsholt 1/26-5/11 M 5:30-6:30 pm RVC Building G NO CLASS 3/9 & 4/6

$120 16 Sessions Piano Lab $120 16 Sessions Piano Lab

$111 14 Sessions Piano Lab

ORGANIZING CYNTHIA BAHLS, founder/owner of SEE YOUR LIFE, is a Professional Organizer and Life Coach. As a business woman, wife, and mother, Cynthia perfected the art of multi-tasking while building her own business. Working closely with her clients, she assists them in creating a vision and making that vision a reality. Through personal coaching, you can organize your life, and enjoy more balance, peace and happiness.

NEW! Organizing: Busy Grandma? (Adult) Women are living longer than ever putting retirement later in their life. Women are in their 50’s and 60’s with a career, family, travel, exercising, and watching their grandkids to help and support their working children. If you are a “boomer woman” and in need of organizing your home ad time this class is for you! SPC 809 RV Cynthia Bahls $32 2/24 T 6:30-7:30 pm 1 Session RVC Student Ctr Room 1222

NEW! Organizing: Bed & Bath Rooms (Adult) Our bedroom and bathrooms are private spaces in our homes. It’s the first space we wake to and the last to see at night, yet all too often they are the rooms most neglected. Get organized and have a restful haven in your home, your very own “Bed and Breakfast”! SPC 809 RV2 Cynthia Bahls $32 3/24 T 6:30-7:30 pm 1 Session RVC Student Ctr Room 1222

NEW! Organizing: Home Office (Adult) Paper here, there and everywhere! Your home has a place to eat and sleep…shouldn’t your paper have a place of its own? Learn to set up a mail control center, a simple filing system, organize your bills, and other great ideas to control the mound of endless paper! SPC 809 RV3 Cynthia Bahls $32 3/17 T 6:30-7:30 pm 1 Session RVC Student Ctr Room 1222

PARENTING • PETS • PHOTOGRAPHY

PARENTING A Smoother Day: Schedules & Routines

Caregiver Interactions: What You Say is Important

You will gain knowledge of the importance of developing a daily schedule, scheduling procedures and time organizing methods. You will also learn techniques for developing schedules to match the growing needs of the children in their care. This course will help the participant learn the importance of daily routines and the benefits of a predictable and consistent daily routine. EDU 011 RV2 Ketta Martell $39 2/28 Sa 9:00-11:30 am 1 Session My First School Daycare 537 E Riverside Blvd Loves Park

You’ll learn techniques to enhance caregiver-child interactions and how to identify tantrums and power struggles and how to turn negative situations to positive. Learn the two types of choices that exist for children and how to help children make choices. EDU 011 RV3 Ketta Martell $39 3/28 Sa 9:00-11:30 am 1 Session My First School Daycare 537 E Riverside Blvd Loves Park

I Know Where It Goes! Organizing Your Play Room

More classes for parents can be found on pages 44-45. Heartsaver CPR: Pediatric First Aid

The participant will earn how to label and store materials so children can find and return their play items. Learn strategies for equipping the play space to encourage creativity by using interesting free, found, and recyclable materials. Learn the guidelines for selecting toys and materials and innovative ideas for materials. SPC 004 RV Ketta Martell $39 3/7 Sa 9:00-11:30 am 1 Session My First School Daycare 537 E Riverside Blvd Loves Park

(.5 Credit) Learn how to manage a pediatric injury or illness until professional help arrives. In emergency situations you can make a difference. This course covers CPR/AED for adults and children and infant CPR. Injury, medical and environmental emergencies will be covered. Injury prevention will also be discussed. This program is designed to meet daycare center regulations. Tuition includes the cost of textbook. One-half hour break on own. HLT 009 RV Deb Webb $89 4/25 Sa 9:00 am-3:00 pm 1 Session Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 002

PETS Compassionate Pet Grooming (Adult) Leave pets at home for this class. Intro to correct use of tools and how to gently encourage pet cooperation for needed care. Includes live demo of bathing, drying and grooming a long haired cat, a long haired Shih Tzu and a Poodle mix. ANI 803 BLL Sue Michaelsen & Jean Estes $35 3/1 Su 11:30 am-1:30 pm 1 Session Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 007

Compassionate Pet Grooming for Bichon, Poodles & “Doodles” (Adult) Leave pets at home for this class. Live grooms will be demonstrated. ANI 803 BLL2 Sue Michaelsen & Jean Estes $35 3/1 Su 2:30 pm-5:30 pm 1 Session Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 007

PHOTOGRAPHY THE adventure safari network conducts frequent trips to Alaska, Africa and India for area residents. These trips enjoy special access for participants to gain local insight and unique photo opportunities. Our foundation sponsors the popular ‘Camera for Kids’ Program, and also supports area conservation and sustainability programs.

Photography Certificate of Completion

Basic Digital Photography

(HS-Adult) This program will prepare you to develop your skills to start making money from your photography or to simply take your personal photography to the next level. Required for Photography Certificate of Completion: • Core Classes: Required 26 hours. - Basic Digital Photography - Digital Photography II - Developing Your Portfolio - Photoshop Elements • Electives: (PREREQUISITE: Basic Digital Photography) Choose any combination for a total of 11 electives or safaris that fit your goals and interests. Electives and safari offerings vary by semester. • Portfolio Submission Requirements: At the end of the program, Certificate Candidates will submit a Final Portfolio based on the Portfolio Submission Guidelines. This body of work will target a specific objective defined by the candidate. An approved portfolio is required to obtain the certificate. Any type of camera is acceptable for the program. For more detailed information, visit the RVC website at RockValleyCollege.edu/PhotoSafari. PHO 800 CERT Adventure Safari Network $20 (does not include cost of individual classes)

(HS-Adult) This action packed three week class will show you how to create and care for interesting digital photos! We will cover the basics of digital photography. You will learn elements of exposure control, photographing people, close-up, action and low-light photography. We will also spend time on the ‘how to’ of sharing images and storing your photos. Bring: Your camera and gain the confidence you need to take great photos time and again! *Required for Photography Certificate of Completion. PHO 802 RV4 Adventure Safari Network $109 2/12-2/26 Th 6:00-8:30 pm 3 Sessions RVC Classroom Bldg II Room 220B

Digital Photography II (Adult) You know the basic camera controls, but want to improve the other aspects of your photography? This class will explore several elements of the next level, including histograms, night photography, on and off-camera flash photography, using filters, nature photography, advanced composition, focusing techniques, and more. PHO 802 RV2 Adventure Safari Network $109 3/5-3/26 Th 6:00-8:30 pm 3 Session RVC Classroom Bldg II Room 220B NO CLASS 3/12

NEW! Winter Photography Safari (Adult) Meet at the concession (where they rent skis) in Rock Cut State Park at 9am. Winter photography can be stunning, but there are certainly some things to consider when photographing in cold and in the snow. This Valentine’s Day workshop will be loaded with fun, and getting outdoors in the winter can be rewarding. Knowing how to get the proper exposure is key, and we will practice some techniques to help your winter photos. We will also discuss some of the logistics important for cold weather photography. We will start on-location at Rock Cut State Park, and after the presentation, you will be creating images and we will view them on a large screen TV. You will also be able to rent skis or snowshoes at reduced prices to capture your perfect image. BRING: your camera, lenses, and tripod. DRESS appropriately for outdoor activities. Hot chocolate is included, and hot food will be available for purchase. SPC 806 TRP Adventure Safari Network $69 2/14 Sa 9:00 am-3:00 pm 1 Session Meets at Rock Cut Concession Stand

Questions? Call (815) 921-3900

Photoshop Elements (HS-Adult) Photoshop and Photoshop Elements are programs that can take a lifetime to learn. But there are fundamental elements and some “tricks of the trade: that make this program extremely valuable to your photography. Once these basics are built, the rest of the program will be easier to learn. These hands-on classes will get you on track to be productive today, and introduce the tools you need to move to the next level in your photography. PHO 802 BLL Adventure Safari Network $129 2/27-3/20 F 6:00-8:30 pm 3 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 005 NO CLASS 3/13

NEW! Unique Printing Options (Adult) Have you wondered how to print on some of the new products, or even some of the different papers offered? Today’s environment allows lots of options, from several papers, to more exotic things like bamboo, wood and metal. This class will help untangle the options, and get you on the path to uniquely displaying your photos. You will see examples, and get tips on how to prepare your files for different printing options. For the second class, you will choose option(s), and actually bring a completed project. If you are making money from your photography, or just giving great gifts, this is the class for you! PHO 802 RV Adventure Safari Network $69 3/16-3/30 M 6:00-8:00 pm 2 Sessions RVC Classroom Bldg II Room 129 NO CLASS 3/23

NEW! Motorcross Safari (Adult) You can get some stunning photographs at Motocross, and this safari gets you closer to the action, and gives you unparalleled opportunities to get great images. Learn how to show the motion of the riders, or stop the action of a jump. There is a lot of emotion in Motocross racing, and you will have access to it all. After the class presentation, we will head to the track for an energy filled day. We will go rain or shine, and food will be available for purchase. Class fee includes admission and access to the track. Spots are very limited, so register early. SPC 806 TRP3 Adventure Safari Network $99 4/12 Su 7:00 am-2:30 pm 1 Session Meet us at Stenstrom Ctr (4151 Samuelson Rd.) Room 120

Adobe Lightroom (Adult) BRING: Your laptop, and learn the basics on your machine! Adobe Lightroom is known as an organizing tool, and also has a powerful batch processing program. Learning the basics of this program will save you time in the post-processing work flow. You will receive detailed handouts along with hands-on instruction. If you don’t have Lightroom on your computer, you will receive instructions just prior to the class on how to get your trial copy for use during the class. PHO 802 RV3 Adventure Safari Network $109 4/13-4/27 M 6:00-8:30 pm 3 Sessions RVC Classroom Bldg II Room 129

GIFT OF CLASS

Give the gift of “life-long learning”! Our classes make a great gift for all occasions. For more information call (815) 921-3900.

PHOTOGRAPHY Continued • SPORTS & RECREATION • TECHNOLOGY • TRAVEL

SPORTS & RECREATION NEW! Introduction to Backpacking (Adult) We’ll cover equipment and clothing, camping techniques, food selection, and destinations. Equipment review will include the 10 essentials, shelters, sleeping gear, cooking gear, and packs. Camping techniques will cover how to pack your gear, hiking tips, how to select a campsite, and how to set up your camp for comfort. food selection will include recipes, menus, where to purchase, and how to pack your food. Several options for destinations will be presented with options for weekend or week long trips. PED 815 RV Terry Bomkamp $36 2/28 Sa 9:00 am-1:00 pm 1 Session Bell School Road Ctr. 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 004

NEW! Leave No Trace Camping Techniques (Adult) An overview of camping techniques designed to protect our great outdoors from over use and pollution. Presentation will focus on foot travel and campsite selection in the back country. The Leave No Trace program was developed by the National Park Service, the Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management to create a code of ethics to be followed by all outdoor users. The Boys Scouts, National Outdoor Leadership School and Outward Bound have all accepted these rules and have made them part of their programs. Terry has planned and lead over 100 backpacking trips throughout United States and Canada. PED 815 RV2 Terry Bomkamp $32 3/25 W 6:30-8:00 pm 1 Session Bell School Road Ctr. 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 004

TECHNOLOGY

USPS America’s Boating Course (Age 12-Adult) New Illinois Law will require some adults to have satisfied certain educational requirements before they can operate a motor boat. This is a nationally recognized public boating course developed by the United States Power Squadron and taught in all 50 states. It is an in-depth course that includes topics all boaters should know, including safe and legal operation of a boat, boat handling, regulations, charting, trailering, water sports and more. Satisfies certification requirements for Illinois and other states with greater detail than other basic boating or online courses. Completion of the course usually provides for substantial insurance discounts and provides an opportunity to take additional advance boating courses and seminars. Taught by highly qualified and certified boating instructors. $45.00 book and supply fee due/payable to instructor at first class. PED 811 RV Rockford Power Squadron $42 3/2-5/18 M 7:00-9:00 pm 11 Sessions RVC Physical Education Ctr. Room 0202 NO CLASS 3/9

TRAVEL

NEW! Graphic Design (Ages 13-18) Combine technology and art in this hands-on class, with an emphasis on the introduction of a career in Graphic Design. Learn Adobe Photoshop to create art and edit photographs. In a typical session you will: • Be introduced to the elements of art • Learn how to design for digital products and printers • Learn how to edit photographs, create photo-manipulations, and draw digitally. TEC 801 RV Mike Cropper $75 2/20-2/21 F 5:30-8:30 pm 2 Sessions Sa 9:00 am-Noon RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room 152 TEC 801 RV2 Mike Cropper $75 3/20-3/21 F 5:30-8:30 pm 2 Sessions Sa 9:00 am-Noon RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room 152

NEW! Milwaukee, Wisconsin Safari (Adult) Milwaukee is a stunning city, and has all the elements to make this day trip a wonderful experience. We will visit iconic places like the Museum of Art, and the Grohman Museum. We will also have a tour of the spectacular Milwaukee area, including some of the lesser known (but more interesting) parts. Your guide will also take you through one of the brewery renovations. This promises to be a fun day, and we even include a hands-on painting experience for those that truly want to get into the day! This excursion is just plain fun all over! SPC 806 TRP2 Adventure Safari Network $99 3/14 Sa 6:30 am-6:30 pm 1 Session Meet us at Stenstrom Ctr (4151 Samuelson Rd.) Room 120

YOGA

YOGA RAEANN AUSTIN has been a yoga student since 2000. Influenced by her former teacher, Lois Enna, she has instructed yoga since summer 2009 at RVC. As a certified yoga instructor, she is passionate about sharing her knowledge and fondness of yoga to others. She is always looking for ways to continue her yoga studies.

Yoga for All Levels (Adult) Work at your own level. Beginners welcome. Gain flexibility and strength in a very relaxed environment. Deep breathing and deep relaxation will strengthen your body, calm your mind and is essential to good health. Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing and bring a towel or mat. Note: Do not start yoga if you are pregnant. FIT 806 BLL7 Raeann Austin $79 2/19-5/21 Th 9:30-10:30 am 12 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 013 NO CLASS 3/12 & 4/2 FIT 806 BLL8 Raeann Austin $118 2/18-5/20 W 5:00-6:30 pm 12 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 013 NO CLASS 3/11 & 4/1

Yoga for Beginners (Adult) Not sure if Yoga is for you? Looking for some very basic instruction before jumping into a yoga class? Quickly learn the basics through breathing and simple poses. Note: Do not start yoga if you are pregnant. FIT 806 BLL4 Raeann Austin $79 2/19-5/21 Th 10:45-11:45 am 12 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 013 NO CLASS 3/12 & 4/2 FIT 806 BLL6 Raeann Austin $79 2/20-5/22 F 9:30-10:30 am 12 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 013 NO CLASS 3/13 & 4/3

Yoga for Computer Geeks (Adult) Need to relieve stress and muscle tension caused from computer use? Try this yoga class that blends chair postures, gentle yoga poses, breathing and guided relaxation. Poses will include: • gentle chair positions • seated and floor poses • standing poses We will end with breathing exercises and a guided relaxation These poses that can be done at work or home and help prevent/relieve neck and back pain. BRING: Yoga mat. FIT 806 BLL5 Raeann Austin $39 4/29-5/20 W 6:45-7:45 pm 4 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 013

GIFT OF CLASS

Give the gift of “life-long learning”! Our classes make a great gift for all occasions. For more information call (815) 921-3900.

STEPHANIE WALTERS, SY has been a yoga student since 2001. She was inspired and encouraged by her teacher, Lois Enna, to share her passion for yoga and began teaching in 2004. As a certified yoga instructor, she believes the foundation of her teaching is to integrate the body and breath movement, to bring awareness to oneself, to create an inner journey towards healing and empowerment, and to peacefully entwine the mind, body and spirit.

All Level Yoga

Yoga II

(Age 16-Adult) Work at your own level. Beginners welcome. Gain flexibility and strength in a very relaxed environment. Deep breathing and deep relaxation will strengthen your body, calm your mind and is essential to good health. Wear comfortable, loose- fitting clothing, bring water and a towel or mat. Note: Do not start yoga if you are pregnant. FIT 806 BLL2 Stephanie Walters $118 2/16-5/18 M 7:00-8:30 pm 12 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 013 NO CLASS 3/9 & 4/6 FIT 806 BLL3 Stephanie Walters $79 2/17-5/19 T 5:45-6:45 pm 12 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 013 NO CLASS 3/10 & 4/7

(Adult) Yoga II provides an opportunity to deepen awareness, strength and flexibility. Class pace is moderate and includes more challenging, intermediate poses. Emphasis is placed on mindfulness and breath control. This class is ideal for students with a regular practice seeking a new challenge. FIT 806 BLL Stephanie Walters $79 2/16-5/18 M 5:45-6:45 pm 12 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 013 NO CLASS 3/9 & 4/6

Energizing Hatha Yoga

Yoga by Mary

(Adult) Learn a variety of poses and sequences to establish your roots and open your heart. Discover balance between strength and flexibility. Instruction focuses on aligning the body to liberate and maximize physiological and psychological well-being. Learn to rejuvenate yourself and recover the serenity that naturally dwells within you. Note: Do not start yoga if you are pregnant. FIT 806 RV3 Tammie Ciciura $99 2/20-5/8 F 10:00-11:30 am 10 Sessions RVC Physical Education Ctr Room 1216 NO CLASS 3/13 & 4/3

(Adult) This basic Yoga class is great for beginners and advanced. Enjoy flexibility and strength at its best! Classes meet Mondays OR Thursdays from 5:45-6:45pm. FIT 806 FZ Fitness Zone $105 2/16-5/14 13 Sessions Call (815) 624-7663 to schedule day/times. Fitness Zone 807 Progressive Ln. S. Beloit

Quieting Hatha Yoga Flow

(Adult) Over 127 scientific studies proved the benefits of meditation for a well-spring of diverse areas, such as healing heart disease, calming anxiety and depression, decreasing substance abuse, managing chronic pain and fostering peaceful relationships. Gentle yoga to follow meditation practice. Note: Do not start yoga if you are pregnant. PSY 800 CTC5 Kathy Cox & Dr. Cindy Stear $30 4/7 T 6:30-8:00 pm 1 Session Connections Therapy Center 5334 Williams Dr., Roscoe

(Ages 16 & Up) Soothe your nervous system and stimulate the relaxation response with a combination of poses designed to help you move deeply inward. Enjoy a reassuring and rhythmic flow sequence in combination with some longer holds to create a dynamic and balanced yoga experience from start to finish. FIT 806 RV2 Tammie Ciciura $58 4/6-5/18 M 6:45-8:00 pm 7 Sessions RVC Physical Education Ctr Room 1216

Learn to Meditate: Relax With Yoga

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Challenging minds since 1980! Building on our strong academics, Rock Valley College Whiz Kids provides youth with a variety of educational enrichment opportunities.

CONTENTS Art .......................................................28 Cooking..............................................29 Crafts & Hobbies.............................29 Dance..................................................29 Down on the Farm...........................29 Martial Arts......................................30 Math...................................................30 Music....................................................31 Science & Technology...............32-33 Sports & Recreation........................33

We began in the summer of 1980, when community leader Jon Lundin, (then RVC’s Director of Continuing Education), established Whiz Kids College. While originally conceived as a summer “college” for students with high academic abilities, Rock Valley College Whiz Kids quickly widened its programming to include any youth with a zest for learning. Rock Valley College Whiz Kids classes are designed to: • Explore subjects more in depth • Challenge students to learn new material through critical and creative thinking • Offer opportunities for students to become acquainted with others who have similar academic interests • Provide a supportive environment where students “learn by doing” • Offer a variety of instructional methods to stimulate and challenge students Students have fun using their imaginations, perfecting their talents, and gaining confidence in academic areas. Parents like Rock Valley College Whiz Kids because it provides a positive and stimulating environment for their children. We like it because we enjoy the kids and love to see learning in action! SPECIAL NEEDS: The College is committed to providing an accessible and supportive learning environment for all Whiz Kids students. To help us meet this goal, at least three weeks in advance of the beginning of a Whiz Kids class or Eagle Academic Camp, call the RVC Community & Continuing Education office at (815) 921-3900. Notification of any disabilities or conditions requiring special accommodations or attention will allow the College to determine reasonable accommodations which can be made. For adult students, call the RVC Disability Support Services Office at (815) 921-2356. Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm.

ART

ART ROCKFORD ART MUSEUM, a Partner in Excellence of the Illinois Art Museum enriches the quality of life in the Rockford region through visual arts programs of collection, exhibition and education. Located inside Riverfront Museum Park for the Arts and Sciences (a Rockford Park District facility), RAM offers 17,000 square feet of exhibition space within it’s three galleries. For more information log onto: www.rockfordartmuseum.org.

NEW! All Ages Artshop: Indoor Fairy House

I Can Draw! (Ages 6-10) Learn to draw or improve your drawing skills. Work with different materials including drawing pencils, colored pencils, charcoal, and pastels. Subjects for drawings come from the imagination and from real objects too! All supplies included. WIZ 801 RAM3 Lew Riley $55 3/7-4/18 Sa 9:30-10:30 am 6 Sessions Rockford Art Museum 711 N. Main St. Studio C NO CLASS 4/4

It’s Elementary, My Dear! (Ages 3-6) Kids love art! This beginning class introduces children to the elements of art: shapes, color & texture. Explore these elements through drawing, painting, and other media. Learn how to incorporate each technique into your own masterpiece! Each child must be accompanied by an adult (register child only). All supplies included. WIZ 801 RAM2 Kara Rehfeldt $45 3/7-3/28 Sa 9:30-10:30 am 4 Sessions Rockford Art Museum 711 N. Main St. Studio A

Here’s Lookin’ at You (Ages 7-10) Here’s lookin’ at you kid! Consider how you see yourself and others as you explore the art of portraiture. Learn how to draw basic facial features, and be inspired by artists like Pablo Picasso, Henri Rousseau, and Andy Warhol as you make fantastical versions of yourself! All supplies included. WIZ 801 RAM4 Kara Rehfeldt $55 3/14-4/25 Sa 11:00 am-Noon 6 Sessions Rockford Art Museum 711 N. Main St. Studio A NO CLASS 4/4

It’s Elementary, My Dear ll (Ages 3-6) Kids love art! This beginning class introduces children to the elements of art: shapes, color & texture. Explore these elements through drawing, painting, and other media. Learn how to incorporate each technique into your own masterpiece! Each child must be accompanied by an adult (register child only) All supplies included. WIZ 801 RAM6 Kara Rehfeldt $45 4/11-5/2 Sa 9:30-10:30 am 4 Sessions Rockford Art Museum 711 N. Main St. Studio A

Spring Break Art Camp

(Children-Adult; Under 9 Years with a Parent) Inspired by the annual Womanspace Fairy Festival and outdoor fairy houses constructed in our pine forest each summer, Norm will lead you on a special quest to create an indoor abode for house fairies. We will be using boxes, birdhouses and gourds to start, but please bring your own favorite container like wooden cigar boxes, small wooden crates, or CD cases. Clean out your craft area and bring items to add to the Fairy Exchange Table for house and furniture assembly. Other items we will be using include artificial flowers, branches, birds, insects and eggs, plus floral moss or foam, driftwood, bark, pebbles, feathers, seed pods, wood chips and scraps, popsicle sticks, shells, acorns, nuts, beads, old jewelry pieces, abandoned small wasp or bird nests and more. Anything goes, as long as your fairy will feel at home. ART 805 WSP Norm Knott $25 3/21 Sa 9:00 am-12:00 pm 1 Session Womanspace 3333 Maria Linden Dr.

(Ages 7-12) Fun and learning go hand-in-hand in this fun-filled art camp. Students will experiment with a variety of mediums, such as clay, drawing, painting and collage. All ability levels will benefit and enjoy creating memorable masterpieces. All supplies included. WIZ 801 RAM Rockford Art Museum Staff $50 3/30-4/2 MTWTh 9:30 am-Noon 4 Sessions Rockford Art Museum 711 N. Main St. Art Annex

Russian Fabergé Eggs (Ages 6-12) Imagine the splendor of Imperial Russia! In this class we will examine the history behind the famous Fabergé eggs and recreate this lavish era by crafting a jeweled egg fashioned in the elegant style of Fabergé. All supplies included. WIZ 801 RAM5 Rockford Art Museum Staff $25 3/28 Sa 9:30 am-Noon 1 Session Rockford Art Museum 711 N. Main St. Art Annex

A Fairy Home Companion (Ages 7-11) Join local artist Norm Knott to create your very own fairy home! Built to invite magical fairies to visit or live, these houses are sure to entice these legendary creatures. Using a wooden birdhouse as a base and decorating it with all natural materials such as leaves, twigs, shells and stones you will create a home that’s fit for a fairy. Bring your own natural materials or use ours. All other supplies included. Each child must be accompanied by an adult. Register child only. WIZ 801 RAM7 Norm Knott $25 5/9 Sa 9:30 am-Noon 1 Session Rockford Art Museum 711 N. Main St. Art Annex

KATHY LYON earned her Master of Fine Arts degree and is nearing completion of her Masters in Teaching. Since 1991 she has been a teacher within the Rockford Public Schools.

Clayworks for Kids (with an Adult) (Age 7 & Up with Parents/Grandparents) This is for those who like to express themselves in a creative way. The instructor gives basic lessons in working in the techniques of pinch, slab, coiling and joining of clay. Register child only. WIZ 801 BLL Kathleen Lyon $78 2/21-3/21 Sa 9:00 am-11:00 am 4 Sessions Bell School Road Ctr. 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 001 NO CLASS 3/14

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COOKING • CRAFTS & HOBBIES • DANCE • DOWN ON THE FARM

COOKING CRAFTS & HOBBIES Kids Off School? Let’s Cook! (Ages 8-12) Basic introduction to kitchen: safety & clean up, utensils & measuring, pots & pans then we will prepare our special lunch together. Recipes, notes & leftovers go home with the kids! Parents required to sign waiver ahead of time (advise RVC or Chef Diana ahead and one can be emailed to you). MUST notify Chef Diana 1 week ahead if food allergies Homemade calzones, special salad & dirt dessert! WIZ 803 AG Tasty Tidbits $75 2/16 M 9:00 am-2:30 pm 1 Session Al Grace Appliance 811 W. Riverside Blvd. Kitchen Homemade chicken pot pies, fruit salad & dessert kabobs! WIZ 803 AG2 Tasty Tidbits $75 3/6 F 9:00 am-12:30 pm 1 Session Al Grace Appliance 811 W. Riverside Blvd. Kitchen

DANCE

MARY FOREMAN has been sewing since she was 13 years of age. During her tenure as Costumes Shop Supervisor for RVC Starlight and Studio Theatres, Mary began her teaching career. Also during this time, she has sewn for bridal parties ranging from 3 to 25 attendants, brides maids, and flower girls. Since 2002 she has been leading combined level classes (no experience to advanced sewing skills).

Sewing (Age 9-Adult) Learn to sew simple garments and read and follow a pattern guide. You can use your own sewing machine or use one that is provided for you. Learn easy ways to hem, put in zippers, sleeves and much more by the end of the class. Note: For those adults who want to take this great class with your child/grandchild. Both adult and child must register (although strongly suggested, class does not require an adult to attend with child). First class, students will meet at classroom, then we’ll travel to local fabric store to make supply purchases. CAH 811 BLL Mary Foreman $136 2/7-4/18 Sa 9:00-11:30 am 10 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 002 NO CLASS 4/4 & 3/14 MAKE UP DATE 5/2

Creative Movement l

(Ages 6-12) Spend your spring break working and playing with farm animals! Our 4-day spring break camp will introduce (people) kids to the goats, right in the middle of birthing season. We’ll begin each morning with animal chores and health checks, then help care for baby goats and their mothers. Children form amazing bonds with their new goat friends while learning about responsibility and the cycle of life. Bring a sack lunch and snacks daily. This camp is for human kids ages 6 and up. WIZ 809 BE Angelic Staff $185 3/30-4/2 MTWTh 9:00 am-3:00 pm 4 Sessions Call (815) 389-8455 for more information. Caledonia WIZ 809 BE2 Angelic Staff $185 4/6-4/9 MTWTh 9:00 am-3:00 pm 4 Sessions Call (815) 389-8455 for more information. Caledonia

GIFT OF CLASS

Give the gift of “life-long learning”! Our classes make a great gift for all occasions. For more information call (815) 921-3900.

(Age 9-14) Learn how to knit in a variety of styles! Cast on, cast off, knit, and purl while creating a variety of fun and useful crafts. BRING: one pair of size 9 knitting needles and a ball of colorful yarn to the first day of class. WIZ 804 BLL Kristin Strey $56 4/10-5/1 F 4:30-5:30 pm 4 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 002

NEW! Knitting & Yarn Crafts: Intermediate (Age 9-14) Take your knitting to the next level! Practice special stitches while creating a mini sweater for a doll or stuffed friend. BRING: one pair of size 6 knitting needles, a stitch holder (any size), and a ball of colorful yarn to the first day of class. WIZ 804 BLL2 Kristin Strey $56 5/8-5/29 F 4:30-5:30 pm 4 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 002

DOWN ON THE FARM

ROCKFORD DANCE COMPANY, in the Riverfront Museum Park, is resident ballet company of the Coronado Theater. The school instills poise, confidence, integrity for ages three to senior citizens in genres such as ballet, modern, tap, jazz, hip hop, yoga, and Gyrokinesis. The Junior Company and various outreach programs interact with the greater community to educate others about the benefits of dance.

(Ages 3-4) Creative movement class for 3-4 year olds. Dancers will learn physical fitness, coordination, discipline, and teamwork within the context of movement. Classes will develop creativity through movement stories and games. WIZ 805 RDC Rockford Dance Company $100 2/20-5/15 F 4:30-5:00 pm 11 Sessions 711 North Main St. Studio NO CLASS 3/13 & 4/3

NEW! Knitting & Yarn Crafts

Kids with Kids Day Camp

MARTIAL ARTS • MATH

MARTIAL ARTS

MATH

Math Fact Improvement

(Ages 6-8) Help your child succeed in school with a review of old math facts, or an introduction to new ones! Learn addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, or a combination of facts based on individual needs and abilities. Give your child the skill to excel while having fun! WIZ 807 BLL Austin Busker $66 2/14-3/28 Sa 9:00-10:20 am 6 Sessions RVC Jacob Ctr for Science & Math Room 0200 NO CLASS 3/14

Math Fact Improvement

Family Tae Kwon Do

Fun exercise for self-esteem, balance, coordination and strength. Step-by-step training, warm-up stretching and safety protocols are included to prepare students to practice Tai Chi and Tan Tui Kung Fu. Instructor is trained and certified by Traditional Masters in China, Canada and USA. Wear clean shoes with tied laces. (Ages 5-7) WIZ 817 BLL Sue Michaelsen $25 2/12-4/23 Th 4:30-4:50 pm 9 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 013 NO CLASS 3/12 & 4/2 (Ages 8-14) WIZ 817 BLL2 Sue Michaelsen $35 2/12-4/23 Th 4:55-5:25 pm 9 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 013 NO CLASS 3/12 & 4/2

(All ages) Tae Kwon Do is a martial art focusing the hands and feet for defense and attack. Through Tae Kwon Do training you can gain self confidence, increased physical and mental strength and increased stamina. It is a great exercise and can increase flexibility and agility while learning Self Defense. Family classes are available on Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday. FIT 805 BE Master Jung $99 Call (815) 544-3222 to schedule day/times. 16 Sessions Jung’s Tae Kwon Do Academy 2241 Anderson Dr., Belvidere

Tae Kwon Do Basics (Age 7 & Up) Our kids program is aimed at the needs and development of school aged children. Tae Kwon Do training can help attain a greater sense of self worth and confidence while increasing the physical activity that children need. Tae Kwon Do training helps with focus and attention to details. Tae Kwon Do is great exercise and your child can learn Self Defense in a fun and structured environment. Kids Tae Kwon Do classes are available Monday through Saturday.. FIT 805 BE3 Master Jung $99 Call (815) 544-3222 to schedule day/times. 16 Sessions Jung’s Tae Kwon Do Academy 2241 Anderson Dr., Belvidere

Tiny Tigers Tae Kwon Do (Ages 3-6) Geared toward our younger kids, emphasis on self confidence, self defense, perseverance, and physical/mental strength. Through Tae Kwon Do, you’ll learn self discipline while improving their health and flexibility.. NOTE: Uniform required – purchase at class. WIZ 817 BE Jung’s Academy Staff $99 Call (815) 544-3222 to schedule day/time 16 Sessions Jung’s Tae Kwon Do Academy 2241 Anderson Dr., Belvidere

NEW! Chi Kung / Tai Chi / Kung Fu

ELITE DEFENSE SYSTEMS (EDS), was founded by Matthew J. Numrich. Mr. Numrich is certified as one of only a handful of full Instructor of Jeet Kune Do (JKD) and the Filipino Martial Arts by Sifu Paul Vunak (under Guru Dan Inosanto). The Elite Defense environment is for learning and workout.

Youth Anti-Bullying & Safety (Ages 4-12) Give your child the skills to defend themselves against bullies, help any of their classmates who are getting bullied and focus on non-physical just as much as a physical means of defusing an altercation. We’ll also equip your child with tools to heighten their awareness against abductors and avoid predators. Character lessons such as building self-esteem and respect for others is also an added benefit. Once registered with RVC, call Elite at (815) 885-4758. WIZ 810 EDS Elite Defense Staff $27 2/9-3/12 Th 5:30-6:15 pm 4 Sessions Elite Defense Systems 5695 Strathmoor Dr.

(Ages 9-11) Help your child succeed in school with a review of old math facts, or an introduction to new ones! Learn addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, or a combination of facts based on individual needs and abilities. Give your child the skill to excel while having fun! WIZ 807 BLL5 Austin Busker $66 4/11-5/16 Sa 9:00-10:20 am 6 Sessions RVC Jacob Ctr for Science & Math Room 0200

Time & Money (Ages 6-8) Spend some time honing your math skills with time and money. Learn to tell time with both digital and analog clocks to the minute. Practice counting, spending, and doing word problems with money. Discover how to balance a checking account, write checks, and manage money wisely with a budget. With fun games and educational activities, make your time count with this math class. WIZ 807 BLL4 Austin Busker $74 2/14-3/28 Sa 10:30 am-Noon 6 Sessions RVC Jacob Ctr for Science & Math Room 0200 NO CLASS 3/14

Geometry (Ages 9-11) Get the right angle on learning with this math class! Review shapes and learn their properties. Discuss volume and area, and apply formulas to geometry problems. All activities are developmentally appropriate for your child’s individual needs, and are presented through educational games and activities. WIZ 807 BLL3 Austin Busker $40 4/11-4/25 Sa 10:30 am-Noon 3 Sessions RVC Jacob Ctr for Science & Math Room 0200

Decimals, Fractions & Percentages (Ages 9-11) Get an introduction to these important math skills, or build on existing knowledge. This course will feature different levels of work for your child’s individual needs. Place value will be reviewed to build on working with decimals. Perform different math operations with fractions, and learn what percentages are all about. With fun learning activities, hone your math skills WIZ 807 BLL2 Austin Busker $40 5/2-5/16 Sa 10:30 am-Noon 3 Sessions RVC Jacob Ctr for Science & Math Room 0200

Questions? Call (815) 921-3900

MUSIC

MUSIC INGER LANGSHOLT is a well-respected private instruction piano teacher, instrumental in developing community piano lessons in a group setting at Rock Valley College. Inger’s teaching style and classes are best described by one of her adult students: “She taught me (to play the piano) as a child. This is an easy, laid-back approach for the beginner. The student enjoys it!” TO REGISTER: • Choose appropriate age/skill level: attend the first class. • Register and pay at first class (check only please). • A piano or keyboard with standard size keys needed for home preparation of assignments. • Dates/times and class level assignments subject to change at instructor’s discretion.

Piano Classes for New (Inexperienced) Students Classes designed for beginning level students. No experience required!

Elementary Piano I (Ages 9-11) Inger Langsholt 1/24-5/16 S 1:00-2:00 pm RVC Bldg. G NO CLASS 3/14 & 4/4 (Ages 9-11) Inger Langsholt 1/20-5/12 T 5:30-6:30 pm RVC Bldg. G NO CLASS 3/10

$113 15 Sessions Room 1 $120 16 Sessions Room 1

Elementary Piano III, IV, V MISS VAL, a licensed Musikgarten instructor, brings 12 years of experience teaching music and a love of young children to these joyful and fun classes. Singing, both structured and free dancing, plus instrument play foster a love of music, natural to all children. Develops the basic skills needed for formal music study at a later age. Course fee includes family packet (parent book, CD, and instrument).

NEW! Family Music Designed for parents/grandparents and their children. This innovative early childhood music program created by internationally-renowned early childhood music educator Lorna Lutz Heyge, Ph.D. and Audrey Sillick, Montessori pioneer provides the highest quality music education programs possible for children and their families. PREREQUISITE: FIRST CLASS IS A MANDATORY PARENT MEETING (NO KIDS). (Birth-18 Months) WIZ 815 RV16 Valerie Blair $106 2/17-5/19 T 9:00-9:45 am 13 Sessions RVC Student Center Room 1222 NO CLASS 3/10 (15 Months-3 1/2 Years) WIZ 815 RV12 Valerie Blair $106 2/17-5/19 T 10:00-10:45 am 13 Sessions RVC Student Center Room 1222 NO CLASS 3/10

(Ages 10-11) Inger Langsholt 1/24-5/16 Sa 4:30-5:30 pm RVC Bldg. G NO CLASS 3/14 & 4/4

$113 13 Sessions Room 1

Preparatory Piano I (Ages 4-5) Inger Langsholt 1/24-5/16 Sa 2:00-3:00 pm RVC Bldg. G NO CLASS 3/14 & 4/4 (Ages 4-7) Inger Langsholt 1/24-5/16 Sa 11:00 am-Noon RVC Bldg. G NO CLASS 3/14 & 4/4

$113 15 Sessions Room 1 $113 15 Sessions Room 1

Preparatory Piano II & III (Ages 7-8) Inger Langsholt 1/24-5/16 Sa 10:00-11:00 am RVC Bldg. G NO CLASS 3/14 & 4/4

$113 15 Sessions Room 1

Preparatory Piano III & IV (Ages 8-10) Inger Langsholt 1/24-5/16 Sa 3:00-4:00 pm RVC Bldg. G NO CLASS 3/14 & 4/4

$113 15 Sessions Room 1

Preparatory Piano IV & V (Ages 7-10) Inger Langsholt 1/21-5/13 W 3:30-4:30 pm RVC Bldg. G

$120 16 Sessions Room 1

Piano Classes for Current (experienced) Students Classes designed for students who have previously attended piano classes or have past experience.

Preparatory Piano lll & lV (Ages 8-9) Inger Langsholt 1/26-5/11 M 3:30-4:30 pm RVC Building G NO CLASS 3/9 & 4/6

$107 14 Sessions Room 1

Elementary Piano ll & III (Ages 9-11) Inger Langsholt 1/26-5/11 M 4:30-5:30 pm RVC Building G NO CLASS 3/9 & 4/6

$107 14 Sessions Room 1

Elementary Piano lll (Ages 9-11) Inger Langsholt 1/21-5/13 W 4:30-5:30 pm RVC Building G NO CLASS 3/11

$120 16 Sessions Room 1

‘Tweeners Continuing Piano (Ages 11-15) Inger Langsholt 1/26-5/11 M 5:30-6:30 pm RVC Building G NO CLASS 3/9 & 4/6

$111 14 Sessions Piano Lab

SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MARIANNA RUGGERIO holds her degree in Physics and is a certified math and science teacher. She has developed and taught science and math enrichment courses for students in grades PreK-9th grade in addition to her work in the high schools. Having recently moved from Chicago to Rockford, Marianna is excited to begin sharing her passions working with students in the area.

NEW! Kitchen Chemistry (Ages 9-12) Did you know that something as simple as baking a birthday cake makes you a chemist? Following equations, carefully measuring reagents and producing a new product are all parts of cooking and science alike! Carefully balancing the right amount of sweet and salty together to create certain chemical reactions on our tongues and in our brains makes other snacks irresistible! Learn about some of the basic principles of chemistry all while using simple elements from your kitchen cabinet! WIZ 818 RV Marianna Ruggerio $101 4/18-5/9 Sa 9:00-11:30 am 4 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Center Room G10

MIKE CROPPER teaches a variety of digital media courses at Rockford Christian School. He spearheads numerous graphic design projects and advocates for student participation so that they gain hands-on experience in real-world scenarios. He develops curriculum for digital media educators as well as training video’s for digital art enthusiasts.

NEW! Get to Know Your Mac (Ages 8-12) Introductory class is designed for children who are NEW Mac users, or have little Mac experience, and are interested in learning how to get around the Mac computer. Learn the desktop interface, how to create folders and use the mouse, how to locate programs, use the system preferences, find system information and how to keep your Mac up to date. We will also look at some of the fun and useful Mac software that is included with the Mac. WIZ 820 RV Mike Cropper $32 3/7 Sa 9:00-10:00 am 1 Session RVC Woodward Technology Center Room 152

NEW! Digital Art (Ages 8-12) Combine technology and art in this hands-on class! Introduce yourself to the career of Graphic Design, while learning techniques of famous artists and how they relate to the Elements of Art. Create your own masterpieces using Adobe Illustrator. In a typical session you will: • Learn about historical artists • Be introduced to the Elements of Art • Learn how to draw using a computer • Be given creative and fun assignments to complete in class. BRING: Flash drive to save your work. WIZ 820 RV2 Mike Cropper $42 3/7 Sa 10:15 am -12:15 pm 1 Session RVC Woodward Technology Center Room 152

BURPEE MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY, began as a Works Progress Administration project of the 1930’s. Burpee is a natural history museum specializing in paleontology, geology, biology and Native American life.

BURPEE MUSEUM HOME SCHOOL WORKSHOPs & CLASSES These workshops & classes are designed to compliment the home school programs, but welcome the general public.

WORKSHOPs for Ages 6-9 These workshops are based on AIMS (Activities Integrating Mathematics and Science) curriculum funded by the National Science Foundation.

Mapping Earth’s Features (Ages 6-9) Students will use maps of Rockford to locate land and water features. WIZ 811 BMU Burpee Staff $16 2/19 Th 2:00-4:00 pm 1 Session Burpee Museum 737 N. Main St. Room 10

Ice Breakers & Agents of Erosion (Ages 6-9) Weathering and erosion of rocks are explored through experiments and models. WIZ 811 BMU2 Burpee Staff $16 3/5 Th 2:00-4:00 pm 1 Session Burpee Museum 737 N. Main St. Room 10

What’s Inside the Earth? (Ages 6-9) Discover the earth’s interior through a model, and map the layers. WIZ 811 BMU3 Burpee Staff $16 3/19 Th 2:00-4:00 pm 1 Session Burpee Museum 737 N. Main St. Room 10

Quaking Earth (Ages 6-9) Two investigations provide an idea of what happens to the surface of Earth and buildings when Earth quakes. WIZ 811 BMU4 Burpee Staff $16 4/9 Th 2:00-4:00 pm 1 Session Burpee Museum 737 N. Main St. Room 10

Volcanos (Ages 6-9) Explore how volcanoes erupt and discover rapid earth changes. Make and explode a volcano. WIZ 811 BMU5 Burpee Staff $16 4/23 Th 2:00-4:00 pm 1 Session Burpee Museum 737 N. Main St. Room 10

A Close Look at Air (Ages 6-9) Conduct experiments to observe the properties of air. WIZ 811 BMU6 Burpee Staff $16 5/7 Th 2:00-4:00 pm 1 Session Burpee Museum 737 N. Main St. Room 10

The Wind Blows Which Way? (Ages 6-9) Observe and measure the speed and direction of the wind. WIZ 811 BMU7 Burpee Staff $16 5/21 Th 2:00-4:00 pm 1 Session Burpee Museum 737 N. Main St. Room 10

Questions? Call (815) 921-3900

SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY Continued • SPORTS & RECREATION

classes for Ages 6 & Up with Adult CLASSES for Ages 10 & Up These hands-on workshops provide a great opportunity for children and adults to explore science together. Register the child, the fee covers the child and one adult. One adult is required for up to two children.

Burpee Explorers: Lizard Legs!

These classes are inquiry based; hands-on activities and experiments are the core of all classes. The activities and experiments are from ISGS Geo Activities by the Illinois State Geological Survey, funded by a National Science Foundation Grant.

(Ages 6 & Up with Adult) Take a close look at the hips of reptiles. How are they different to dinosaur hips, and how do dinosaur hips differ to each other? Examine femurs and dissect a joint. WIZ 811 BMU14 Burpee Staff $20 3/28 Sa 1:00-2:30 pm 1 Session Burpee Museum 737 N. Main St. Room 10

An Illinois Earthquake

Burpee Explorers: Breathing the Air of Giants

The Great Flood of 1993

(Ages 6 & Up with Adult) How do lungs work? What are the lungs of reptiles like? How do they compare to the lungs of dinosaurs? Meet Burpee’s live resident reptiles. Participate in dissecting a lung. WIZ 811 BMU15 Burpee Staff $20 4/18 Sa 1:00-2:30 pm 1 Session Burpee Museum 737 N. Main St. Room 10

(Ages 10 & Up) Use real data to show how the distribution of damage from an earthquake is dependent on regional geology. WIZ 811 BMU8 Burpee Staff $16 2/26 Th 2:00-4:00 pm 1 Session Burpee Museum 737 N. Main St. Room 10

(Ages 10 & Up) Identify floodplain features and experiment with geologic controls and impacts of river flooding. WIZ 811 BMU9 Burpee Staff $16 3/12 Th 2:00-4:00 pm 1 Session Burpee Museum 737 N. Main St. Room 10

Levee Construction & Failure (Ages 10 & Up) Experiment with the forces of flooding that weaken levees. Test various earth materials for suitability in levee construction. WIZ 811 BMU10 Burpee Staff $16 3/26 Th 2:00-4:00 pm 1 Session Burpee Museum 737 N. Main St. Room 10

Where Should We Build? (Ages 10 & Up) Experiment with factors affecting the selection of locations for buildings. WIZ 811 BMU11 Burpee Staff $16 4/16 Th 2:00-4:00 pm 1 Session Burpee Museum 737 N. Main St. Room 10

Geologic Materials & Landfills

Burpee Explorers: Little Giants (Ages 6 & Up with Adult) Who are the little giants of today? Meet the frogs, our hidden carnivores of wetlands. Discover how modern amphibians are essential to the health of our environment. Get up close to preserved frogs. WIZ 811 BMU16 Burpee Staff $20 5/9 Sa 1:00-2:30 pm 1 Session Burpee Museum 737 N. Main St. Room 10

(Ages 10 & Up) Experiment with the three major Illinois unconsolidated earth materials, identifying their properties, for landfill sites. WIZ 811 BMU12 Burpee Staff $16 4/30 Th 2:00-4:00 pm 1 Session Burpee Museum 737 N. Main St. Room 10

Society & Geologic Hazards (Ages 10 & Up) Create a simulated model to investigate geologic hazards and impact of society’s use of the landscape. WIZ 811 BMU13 Burpee Staff $16 5/14 Th 2:00-4:00 pm 1 Session Burpee Museum 737 N. Main St. Room 10

SPORTS & RECREATION FITNESS ZONE, managed and owned by Kevin and Brenda Burns, strives to provide you with convenience, affordability, and quality. The Burns’ teach students to be healthy and active.

Activity Gym (Ages 2-4) More than just tumbling! Songs, shapes, balance, colors, coordination and games to help little ones learn and have fun. Classes are held Tuesday from 9:45-10:30 am. WIZ 808 FZ Fitness Zone Staff $105 Call (815) 624-7663 to schedule your date. 13 Sessions Fitness Zone 807 Progressive Ln. South Beloit

CONTINUING EDUCATION Enhance your skills. Your career. Your life! Continuing Education offers courses and programs as short-term, non-degree alternatives in business, computers, education, healthcare, manufacturing technology and more! Upgrade your skills and increase job knowledge, gain professional development for career advancement and prepare for State and National certification exams. NOTE: An entrance exam is not required for admission. Courses designated as “credit” do not transfer towards a degree and do not qualify for Financial Aid.

CONTENTS Business...................................................................... 35-38 Computer Training .................................................. 39-41 Distance On-Line Learning..........................................42 Construction / Home.....................................................43 Educational Endeavors .........................................43-45 Emergency Training.......................................................45 Health.........................................................................46-48 Hospitality.................................................................48-49. Language For The Workplace....................................49 Manufacturing / Workforce Training.................50-53 Massage Therapy.................................................... 53-56 Personal Development........................................... 56-57 Sustainability “Green” Technologies........................57 RVC Continuing Education Age Appropriate Guidelines: Students 16-17 years old may be admitted to Continuing Education credit courses upon request from the chief executive officers (or designees) of the high school districts in which the student resides. Call (815) 921-3900 for information.

Become an Instructor for Continuing Education • Are you a natural leader? • Would you like to earn extra income? • Have you ever wanted to share your knowledge with others? • Rock Valley College’s Continuing Education Department is looking for you! Teaching for Continuing Education can be rewarding in so many ways. Because of the nature of non-credit classes, instructors are not required to have degrees — just demonstrate expertise in their subject area. We are looking for individuals with expertise and/or experience in the following Industrial areas: • Bartending

• Business Writing

• Dress for Success

• Electricity in the Home

• Hydraulic Components & Systems • Programmable Logic Controllers • Small Engine Repair

• Time Management

• Welding If you would like more information on teaching or if you would like to discuss the possibility of offering a class, contact Continuing Education, (815) 921-3903. Or visit RockValleyCollege.edu/CCE and click “Become an Instructor.”

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BUSINESS

BUSINESS Imagine a New Career

NEW! How to Start Your Own Podcast NEW! Public Speaking: Talk Like TED Join the podcasting revolution! This workshop will cover choosing your topic and targeting your audience. You’ll also learn options for podcasting equipment from economical to top of the line, developing a format that will engage your audience, podcasting to establish your expertise and promote your business, step-by-step podcast production workflow, posting your podcast to iTunes and Sticher Radio, monetizing your podcast, building a community around your podcast, promoting your podcast, and so much more! DPR 051 RV2 Robert Walker $37 4/7 T 6:00-9:00 pm 1 Session RVC Student Center Room 1224

Discover the secrets of presenting like a pro! Based on the best-selling book by author Carmine Gallo, Talk Like TED reveals the presentation strategies used by the world’s most influential public speakers. This course is based on research analyzing over 500 TED talks to discover the common features that make them so influential and appealing. You’ll learn how to connect with your audience, make your presentations more memorable and weave stories into your talk. Perfect for those who are interested in giving effective, memorable presentations, or those who just want to discover how to sell themselves better. COM 015 RV Robert Walker $27 4/28 T 6:30-8:30 pm 1 Session RVC Student Center Room 1224

Marketing Your Business Through Social Networking

Twitter for Small Business

This course is designed for business owners interested in learning how and why to use social media as part of their marketing strategy. This class will provide a comprehensive overview on the fundamentals of creating and managing social media for your small business. Learn how to grow your social network, gain brand exposure and generate web traffic for your business. Learn about the most popular types of social media, how to interact and attract customers with these media forms and the “do’s and don’ts” of social media etiquette. Information on Facebook, Twitter, Flickr, LinkedIn as well as blogging or business will be presented. This timely class will also help you repurpose your business marketing materials into fresh and informative information to add content to your social media venues. DPR 098 RV4 Jerry Schoonover $39 2/16 M 6:00-9:00 pm 1 Session RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G02

Blogging for Small Business Are you looking to gain customers and increase your status in your industry? Blogging may be the answer! Learn how to open a blog account, what to write about in a business blog, as well as how to use material you may already have to create fun and interesting blog posts. We will also explore places to Host your blog including Word Press and others. DPR 098 RV3 Jerry Schoonover $39 2/23 M 6:00-9:00 pm 1 Session RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G02

Learn about Twitter and how to use it for your small business. Learn what a “hash tag” is and how to post interesting information about your business and products to gain Twitter followers. Students will open a Twitter account, design a Twitter page and learn the important points of posting for business. DPR 098 RV2 Jerry Schoonover $39 3/16 M 6:00-9:00 pm 1 Session RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G02

Pinterest for Small Business If you are a small business owner, startup founder, author, or a service professional (such as a local marketer, consultant or social media manager), then this class will be extremely valuable to you. During this class you will learn: • how service based businesses are using pins to get more clients. • what you need to start doing today to get more followers. • get 10x more repins using theses surprising pixel dimensions. • how to easily improve your Search Engine Organization (SEO) using Pinterest...no techy skills required! • learn the secret to creating pins with the crazy high engagement. • how to reap the benefits of social media in less time (HINT: how to get others to do the work FOR you). • 2 ways to tap into the power of Facebook to quickly make you a Pinterest power player and more!! DPR 098 RV Jerry Schoonover $39 3/23 M 6:00-9:00 pm 1 Session RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G02

Facebook for Small Business Learn about Facebook and how to use it for small business. Students will open an account, set up a Facebook page and learn what Facebook can and can’t do for a small business. Join us to see how to reach out to customers with this social media tool and how to use Facebook time and resources to your advantage. DPR 098 RV5 Jerry Schoonover $39 3/2 M 6:00-9:00 pm 1 Session RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G02

GIFT OF CLASS

Give the gift of “life-long learning”! Our classes make a great gift for all occasions. For more information call (815) 921-3900.

NEW! Permaculture Design Certificate Class (4.5 Credits) Permaculture is an ecological design system for more sustainable lives and communities. It combines sustainable agriculture, natural building, water management, community development and more. This 9-day course will provide students with opportunities to develop a strong understanding of the concepts and themes of the Permaculture Design System, as well as hands-on opportunities to apply the system in practical situations. The course fee includes breakfast, lunch and snacks each day. We’re excited to welcome Wayne Weiseman of the Permaculture Project to Angelic Organics Learning Center as the instructor for this course. Camping options are available. NAT 020 BE Angelic Organics Staff $1200 Sa 4/25-Su 5/3 8:30 am-5:45 pm 9 Sessions Call (815) 389-8455 for more information. Caledonia

How to Own and Operate Your Own Business (1.5 Credits) This course is a complete overview on how to operate a successful business. This class covers writing a business plan, marketing, planning, advertising, legal requirements, financing, record keeping and other necessities of small businesses. Also covered are: the pitfalls of operating a business, and things you do right the first time. Students are required to complete a simulated business plan, and make a presentation on the last night of class. Purchase: Text at RVC Bookstore. BUS 007 RV Ronald Moore $165 2/16-5/11 M 6:30-8:45 pm 12 Sessions Stenstrom Ctr 4151 Samuelson Rd. Room 315 NO CLASS 3/9

Start Up Social Media (.5 Credits) Are Your Customers Finding Your Competition on Facebook, Twitter, Google, LinkedIn and all the other Social Marketing Sites? Whether you have a bricks and mortar, homebased or an on-line business, effective use of tools will bring new customers to your business. Discover the Simple Steps that will “Put Your Business on Top of the Social Marketing Game.” www.startupsocialmedia.com BUS 068 RV Mike Logan $50 2/18-3/18 W 6:00-8:00 pm 4 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 005 NO CLASS 3/11

EBAY: Buying & Selling This class will focus on how to buy and sell items on EBAY’s online auction. Participants who want to take advantage of this hands-on training should already be registered with EBAY. Otherwise you may also choose to observe the buying and selling process that will be demonstrated during the class. RECOMMENDED: Computer Basics ll, Internet or equivalent experience. OSB 096 BLL Brad Stanton $49 2/21 Sa 8:30 am-12:30 pm 1 Session Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 005

BUSINESS Continued

So You Want to Be an Esthetician: Skin Care Specialist Explore the exciting career path of an Esthetician, also known as a skin care specialist. Learn how wellness is definitely more than skin deep as we discuss how this health care career addresses the overall health and well-being of the skin. Learn about career opportunities in the field of esthetics and discuss the Kishwaukee College esthetics certificate program. Join us for a tour of our state-of-the-art facility, meet the coordinator, and have all your questions answered. Pre-registration in any one of these free sessions is required. OSB 060 KC Leslie Ciaccio FREE 3/4/15 W Noon-1:30 pm 1 Session 21193 Malta Rd, Malta Building B Room 1240 OSB 060 KC2 Leslie Ciaccio FREE 3/7/15 Sa Noon-1:30 pm 1 Session 21193 Malta Rd, Malta Building B Room 1240 OSB 060 KC3 Leslie Ciaccio FREE 4/4/15 Sa Noon-1:30 pm 1 Session 21193 Malta Rd, Malta Building B Room 1240

NAIL TECHNICIAN PROGRAM CEU’s will be provided by Cuticle Curriculum Continuing Education – Nickee Aldana Course prerequisites: Students must have completed cosmetology and/or nail technology course in the state of Illinois and taken and passed the state board exam. Your license number is required for registration. After registering email Nickee at Nickee_Aldana@yahoo.com with your name, phone number and license number. NO models for classes – students will be paired up to work on each other, except for the troubleshooting class – but models MUST meet instructor guidelines. Please read description for required products (NOT provided) and nails must be product free. NICOLE ALDANA, Owner/Teacher of Cuticle Curriculum Continuing Education, is a non-product specific Continuing Education Sponsor offering courses based on technique. Nickee strives to help individuals get the best out of each course offering. Focusing on technique gives the opportunity for students to bring the products they use on a daily basis and troubleshoot problems. Whether the issue is product related or technique, we will work together to figure out how to better the service each Technician is providing their clients. Each class meets the current Illinois and Federal regulations for sanitation and technique. She loves what she does and hopes she can help you in providing the best services to your client so you can reap the benefits of loving what you do!

NEW! Pink and White Acrylic Basics This class is for those that want to learn how to fine tune their skills on acrylics with built in French tips. We will use a 2 and 3 color technique and learn the different times to use which technique. This class is for clients that have a basic nail shape and condition that only need to be buffed shiny or polished with clear to finish them. Be prepared to have acrylics applied to at least one hand! (3 CEU’s) bring: implements, paper towels, cloth towels, hand sanitizer or soap, tips, forms, and the products needed to put pink and white acrylics on one hand. TEC 012 BLL Nickee Aldana $50 3/1 Su Noon-3:00 pm 1 Session Bell School Road Ctr. 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 004

NEW! Pedicure Basics Learn how to perform a great pedicure that will stay in clients’ memories, leading to future scheduled appointments and referrals. Each client has different needs and wants when receiving a pedicure, learn how to find out what those needs and wants are and how to pamper your client. We will also discuss different techniques and the use of different tools and products. Be prepared for a pedicure! (2 CEU’s) bring: implements, cloth towels, nail files, pedicure file, a large bowl for soaking feet or a pedicure tub, lotion, scrub, foot soak, polish remover, and a bottle of RED polish.

JULIANNA FEDIE has been in the floral industry for over 29 years and has seen many changes over the years. One thing that has remained the same for me is my love of flowers and plants. I will instruct on the many changes, as well as the tried and true methods of Floral Design. I was fortunate enough to open my own business, My Little Flower Shop, and learned so much more than I ever thought possible about this wonderful Industry. Come prepared to learn, there is so much to teach!

TEC 018 BLL Nickee Aldana 3/22 Su Noon-2:00 pm Bell School Road Ctr. 3350 N. Bell School Rd.

(2 Credits) This class will teach the basic flower design techniques all florists use. You’ll learn how to process flowers and how to design floral arrangements. Projects include; bow making, corsages, boutonnieres, vase arrangements, tussy mussy and presentation bouquets. Testing throughout semester, with a final exam given on all subject matter covered. bring: Floral cutters for flowers or floral knife and a pair of scissors to class. Tuition includes cost of the floral materials. Successful completion of this class does not guarantee employment. Purchase: Text at RVC Bookstore. SPC 060 RV Julianna Fedie $325 2/17-4/7 TTh 5:45-8:45 pm 12 Sessions RVC Classroom Building II Room G23 NO CLASS 3/10, 3/12 & 4/2

$45 1 Session Room 007

NEW! Gel Manicure Basics Come learn the basics of gel manicures. We discuss a few brands and troubleshoot some of the common difficulties associated with gel manicures. Whether you are new to gel manicures or an expert come in and see what there is to learn! Be prepared to receive a Red Gel Manicure! (2 CEU’s) bring: implements, cloth towels, nail files, lotion, polish remover, LED or UV manicure light, a timer if one is not built into your light, and the products needed to apply RED gel polish. TEC 016 BLL Nickee Aldana $45 4/19 Su Noon-2:00 pm 1 Session Bell School Road Ctr. 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 007

NEW! Troubleshooting Acrylics for Nail Biters & Difficult Nails Let’s work on how to make acrylics on people with bitten nails look natural and beautiful. We will talk about the products to have on hand and techniques that may be different then a day to day acrylic set. For pink and white acrylics and regular acrylics, knowing product and technique will make these sets of nails a breeze. Outside models allowed for this class, IF they meet the guidelines of difficult nails – permission of instructor required. (3 CEU’s) bring: implements, paper towels, cloth towels, acrylic brush, nail files, and acrylic product for one set of acrylics including tips and forms. TEC 022 BLL Nickee Aldana $50 3/29 Su Noon -3:00 pm 1 Session Bell School Road Ctr. 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 007

Basic Floral Design

Corporate Team-Building Cooking Classes Experience a one-of-a-kind, tasty team-building event that enhances communication, increases creative thinking and promotes teamwork. Get out of the office and into the kitchen! Team building events range from 2-8 hours and offer a variety of cooking themes that are customized to meet your team’s unique needs. Professional guidance in enhancing communication, increasing creative thinking, building trust and promoting teamwork. Dates by request…all events are customized to your organization. Contact Diana Kramer at Tasty Tidbits for your customized class! (815) 988-1374

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BUSINESS Continued

Bookkeeping and Accounting Skills Certificate This series of classes will help the small business owner develop financial accounting processes or help the individual prepare for an entry-level bookkeeping position.

Bookkeeping and Accounting I (1 Credit) This is a beginning course with an emphasis on a basic understanding of bookkeeping procedures and accounting principles employing debits and credits of double-entry accounting through the trial balance. Upon completion of this course, students will be prepared for a job as an entry-level bookkeeper, or an entry-level accounting clerk. Purchase: Text at RVC Bookstore. ATG 001 RV Cynthia Fernald $115 2/2-3/5 MTh 6:00-8:00 pm 10 Sessions RVC Classroom Bldg II Room 222

Bookkeeping and Accounting II NEW! Confident Leadership Series: Start Your Journey on the Right Foot! (1.5 Credits) This in-depth, eight-part program focuses on the skills needed to promote self awareness, become a better decision maker, and define the path to your success. This course is geared toward self improvement for better understanding of self and those you interact with. Whether you’re currently in leadership, aspiring to leadership, or just looking to make yourself a better employee or person this course is for you. Topics include: KNOW YOURSELF - YOU – the most important component! Learn your strengths and weaknesses, who you are and what you’re seen as. Understand how to separate your emotions from your behaviors and get a 360 Assessment so you’ll know where you stand as you decide where you’re going. GOAL SETTING AND ACTION PLANS – This class is not just about setting goals and writing action plans. It’s about understanding and overcoming the obstacles that too often derail their successful implementation. COMMUNICATION – Why are we the way we are? Why do we resist change? We have three brains? Find the answers to the one issue you must deal with on a constant basis-change. Listening is an attitude. More importantly, it’s a skill that can be improved through proper practice. Think you listen effectively? Come find out what you are missing. CONFLICT RESOLUTION AND ACCOUNTABILITY – You must first understand conflict to effectively deal with it. Is it good or bad? Can you end it? Should you? Come explore these and many other questions as we take you through scenarios of real life conflict. TEAMBUILD –This lively and interactive session teaches you how to assemble teams that push for excellence. Develop your current and future stars, deal with the squeaky wheels and learn what stops teams from becoming great. This session includes a workshop on turning vision into reality. This one is a must! MOTIVATION – When the need for motivation arises, you must understand accountability. How do the two work together? Can you teach self-motivation? Does accountability mean punishment? BUS 030 RV Leadership In Action $328 2/24-4/21 T 6:00-9:00 pm 8 Sessions RVC Classroom Building II Room 221B NO CLASS 3/10

(1 Credit) This is an intermediate course in accounting that teaches accounting procedures and accounting principles for partnership and corporation businesses. Purchase: Text at RVC Bookstore (same as Acct. I.) PREREQUISITE: Accounting and Bookkeeping I or equivalent experience. ATG 002 RV Cynthia Fernald $115 3/16-4/20 MTh 6:00-8:00 pm 10 Sessions RVC Classroom Bldg II Room 222 NO CLASS 4/2

Bookkeeping and Accounting III (1 Credit) This course will continue from Part II and include a complete overview of accounting for a merchandising business organized as a corporation. Topics include identifying different elements of a corporation (as compared to a sole proprietor and partnership), types of inventory valuation methods, distributing dividends and corporation financial statements. Purchase: Text at RVC Bookstore (same as Acct. I.) PREREQUISITE: Accounting and Bookkeeping I and II or equivalent experience. ATG 003 RV Cynthia Fernald $115 4/23-5/28 MTh 6:00-8:00 pm 10 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room 270 NO CLASS 5/25 The Voices For All Voice Coach / Producer / Instructors are known for their fun and informative presenting methods. Our Coaches have many years experience in the Voice-over Industry, and are masters at teaching all of the information pertinent to making it in Voice Acting.

Voice Over Opportunities Are people always telling you that you have a great voice? Do you often find yourself listening to your favorite audio book, commercial or cartoon character and thinking, “I could do that”? This fun and empowering introductory workshop covers the different types of voiceovers and what tools are needed in order to find success in the industry. You’ll be coached as you perform a real voiceover script and be recorded so that you can receive a professional voiceover evaluation later. After class, you’ll have the knowledge necessary to help you decide if this is something you’d like to pursue. Taught by a professional voice actor from the Voice Acting Training Company, Voices For All. COM 004 RV Voices for All $40 3/4 W 6:00-8:00 pm 1 Session RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room 141

QuickBooks 2014: Part 1 (1 Credit) Learn the basics of this powerful financial management program for small business. Recommended: Basic Computer Skills or equivalent experience. Purchase: Text at RVC Bookstore. Bring: Flash drive. You will learn to: • work with customer and vendor transactions • bank with QuickBooks • plan and create a new company • work with opening balances and the balance sheet reports DPR 029 RV Jason Huber $159 2/18-4/1 W 5:30-8:45 pm 6 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G02 NO CLASS 3/11

Advanced QuickBooks 2014: Part 2 (1 Credit) This course provides a continuation of QuickBooks 2012 Part 1. Purchase: Text at RVC Bookstore (same text as Part 1) Bring: Flash drive. You will learn to: • work with physical inventory and how to sell inventory items • use QuickBooks for Payroll, job costing and time tracking • use classes, create estimates and additional formatting options • work with Balance Sheet Accounts • customize your QuickBooks File using reports and graphs DPR 057 RV Jason Huber $159 4/8-5/13 W 5:30-8:45 pm 6 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G02

PERSONAL TRAINING National Council on Strength and Fitness Certified Personal Trainer Course This self-paced, independent-study course is designed to prepare you to successfully pass the National Council on Strength and Fitness (NCSF) Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) Exam and qualify you to work as a certified personal trainer. The course bridges the gap between exercise science related course work and the practical skills of personal training. You will learn how to: properly screen and evaluate clients for safe participation in an exercise program, design and implement exercise prescriptions for multiple populations and successful goal attainment, and successfully sell and manage personal trainer services. Your course fee includes the Advanced Concepts of Personal Training material kit (textbook, course manual, lab manual, and 3 DVDs), a one-year NCSF Membership, Certification Exam voucher, and 100% technical support from NCSF graduate degreed Instructors. Students will schedule their exam appointment when comfortable with the content at the nearest testing location in Sycamore, IL. (Eligibility for Personal Trainer Certification is provided through the National Council on Strength and Fitness Board for Certification (NCSFBC). FWS 010 RV $525 SPECIFIC REGISTRATION PROCEDURE: Fill out registration form (located at the last page of this schedule) include e-mail and mail in with payment, refer to course # NCSFBC.

BUSINESS Continued

John Spiers has worked in Seattle and San Francisco with international trading companies since 1974, in virtually every position. Self-employed trading internationally since 1984, John shares what he has done in the past, what he has advised others to do successfully, and what he is doing now all in a seminar highly rated by participants for content, experience, pace and humor.

Paralegal / Legal Assistant / Lawyerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Assistant Certificate Program This 12 month generalist program provides the novice or those currently working in the legal field, a comprehensive overview of all the paralegal roles and responsibilities. This is a private online tutoring program designed to let you work at pace comfortable for your busy lifestyle. At the beginning of each course, students will access all of the lectures and study materials they will need online on the website. Courses may be taken in any order; however, we recommend students take classes in the order in which they are listed below. A Paralegal Certificate will be awarded for successful completion of the series of five (5) courses. Zoran V. Perovanovich has been a paralegal educator and consultant in the tri-state area since 1988. He is the founder and instructor of Midwest Paralegal Studies and is dedicated to coordinate flexible, low-cost entry-level paralegal tutoring throughout the country. www.paralegalstudies.com. All classes offered in either session: Session I Thursdays, 2/5-3/19 Session II Thursdays, 4/2-5/14

Import / Export Now! ONLINE (1 Credit) Now you can learn what it takes to be self-employed in import or export (or both) of goods or services with this step-by-step hands-on nine week seminar delivered over the internet. This course is appropriate for people with zero business background, as well as established businesses looking for new trade. Learn how to develop your product or service, find the best suppliers, best customers, work with banks, currency issues, and more. You will be taken through licensing and permits, setting yourself up for properly conducting trade worldwide at the small business level. The entire course may be taken at your pace, with plenty of one-onone e-mail contact with the instructor. Optional weekly live sessions online are run during the course. After the formal nine weeks course, you may join a listserv of ex-students, so access to the instructor and peers never ends. The required textbook How Small Business Trades Worldwide, ISBN: 978-0-97955150-5 is available on Amazon.com. SPECIFIC REGISTRATION PROCEDURE: Fill out a registration form (located at the last page of this schedule) include e-mail and return to our department with payment, refer to Course # MKT 052.(This would be 7:00-9:00 pm Mountain, 8:00-10:00 pm Central, 9:00-11:00 pm Eastern) MKT 052 INT John Spiers $99 1/21-3/18 9 Sessions MKT 052 INT2 John Spiers $99 4/15-6/10 9 Sessions

Paralegal Orientation Is the paralegal career for you? Paralegal, legal assistant, lawyerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s assistant are all titles used interchangeably to describe individuals who work with attorneys and other professionals in the field of law. Our Paralegal Certificate Program is explained in this free information seminar online at: www.paralegalstudies.com/free_orientation.htm. Email instructor at zoran1990@ juno.com. This course is a PREREQUISITE for entry into the program.

Paralegal Research (1 Credit) This course presents an overview of entry-level paralegal research and writing tools. All students will access law resources online and at the local library once a week for specific assignments. In addition, each student will write an office legal memo using legal techniques and current rules of law applying the same to support a conclusion based upon the IRAC analytical reasoning technique. All work must be submitted online. BUS 049 Zoran Perovanovich $195

Paralegal Career (1 Credit) This course presents an overview of paralegal job search/ portfolio method and will help you identify special legal skills that are part of your unique niche in the paralegal market. All students will be required to compose a 15-section paralegal job search portfolio and explore three job leads in a local law practice in order to complete a class presentation. Each student will also post an eResume online at the end of class. BUS 056 Zoran Perovanovich $195

Paralegal Litigation (1 Credit) This course presents an overview of litigation and trial support used by entry-level practicing paralegals in daily procedural work. All students will be required to visit a specific local court system and investigate the procedures of pre-trial, trial, post-trial and appeals. In addition, each student will be asked to make a presentation of the court visit and complete a selected deposition abstract online. BUS 054 Zoran Perovanovich $195

Paralegal Management (1 Credit) This course is an overview of the paralegal office manager at work. All students will be required to network/ mentor with an entry-level, practicing paralegal in the field and acquire information on the organization of law firms, corporations and/or government legal departments in order to complete a presentation for class. All quizzes and the final exam will be taken online. BUS 055 Zoran Perovanovich $195

Paralegal Jurisprudence (1 Credit) This course presents an overview of the paralegal profession including many of the more popular entry-level areas of legal specialization (family, corporate, probate, real estate, immigration, bankruptcy law, and many others). All students will be required to select and pursue at least one specialty area and write a twelve-part report for substantive career development. Each student will also be required to take weekly quizzes and a final exam online. BUS 053 Zoran Perovanovich $195 SPECIFIC REGISTRATION PROCEDURE: First e-mail instructor at zoran1990@juno.com. Second fill out a registration form (located at the last page of this schedule) include e-mail and mail in with payment, refer to course # BUS-CCE. Third complete orientation at www.paralegalstudies.com/free_orientation.htm

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COMPUTER TRAINING

COMPUTER TRAINING Enhance Your Skills

COMPUTER TRAINING for Everyone! Computer courses offered through Continuing Education are designed for students with beginning to advanced computer experience. A variety of shortterm, hands-on computer courses are offered at various times and locations to meet the needs of the community. Computer Lab Locations: BLL – Course sections are taught at the Bell School Road Center, 3350 N. Bell School Road, Rockford RV – Course sections are taught at the Woodward Technology Center, 3301 N. Mulford Rd., Rockford

Windows 7.0 Basics (1 Credit) Have you purchased a new computer with Windows 7 operating system and need help discovering the many simple and powerful features? You will learn to: Work your way through the operating system–open documents and folders. Start applications from the desktop. Customize the task bar. Change system settings. Manage files and more—along with all the fun new enhancements found in Windows 7! (If you have Windows XP or Vista, almost everything taught in the class will work for you.) Purchase: Text at RVC Bookstore before first session. Recommended: Computer Basics Part I or equivalent experience. Bring: Flash drive DPR 003 BLL Kathe Mundinger $133 2/28-3/28 Sa 1:00-5:00 pm 4 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 005 NO CLASS 3/14

Basic Computer Skills

Getting Started Intro to Computers Part 1 This class is designed for the new user or those with no experience interested in learning computers. Provides individuals with the skills and confidence to continue learning. You will learn terms and fundamentals. What is Windows. Software vs. Hardware. What is a hard/floppy drive/CD-ROM. Memory and storage What is a file. Bring: Flash drive. DPR 001 BLL Kathe Mundinger $49 2/21 Sa 1:00-5:00 pm 1 Session Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 005 DPR 001 RV Gail Lee $49 2/17 T 5:15-9:15 pm 1 Session RVC Woodward Technology Center Room G02

Intro to Computer / Internet Part 2 (.5 Credit) This course is a continuation of Computer Part 1. Become familiar with internet navigation, email, search tools, google drive or dropbox and more. Individual help will be available during class session. Bring: Flash drive. Recommended: Intro to Computers Part 1. DPR 075 BLL Kathe Mundinger $71 3/20-3/27 F 1:00-5:30 pm 2 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 005

(1 Credit) This course covers basic computer skills while offering an overview of the MS Office 2013 Suite. You will be prepared for other courses offered through Continuing Education. Handouts provided. Bring: Flash drive. Recommended: Intro to Computers Part 1 or equivalent experience. You will learn to: • type letters and documents using Word • create formulas in spreadsheets using Excel • create databases using Access • create presentations using PowerPoint DPR 045 RV2 Chuck Corley $133 2/24-3/5 TTh 9:00 am-1:00 pm 4 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Center Room G02 DPR 045 BLL Kathe Mundinger $133 2/28-3/28 Sa 8:30 am-12:30 pm 4 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 005 NO CLASS 3/14 DPR 045 RV Gail Lee $133 2/24-3/5 TTh 5:15-9:15 pm 4 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G02

Computer Software Application Series This set of courses provides the education and skills to begin a career, to advance in a current position or to promote professional growth. You can become a Word Processing Specialist, Spreadsheet Application Specialist, Database Management Specialist, Presentation Application Specialist by successfully completing the required courses for each track. Please consult individual courses in this schedule for dates and times. Word Processing Specialist Word Part 1 – 12 hours Word Part 2 – 12 hours Word Part 3 – 12 hours Spread Sheet Application Specialist Excel Part 1 – 12 hours Excel Part 2 – 12 hours Excel Part 3 – 12 hours Database Management Specialist Access: The Complete Course – 24 hours Presentation Application Specialist PowerPoint: The Complete Course – 16 hours

RVC Computer Skills Exam Upon successful completion of a Specialist Series in MS Word, Excel, Access or PowerPoint, students will receive a RVC Skills Certificate plus be eligible to take the RVC Computer Skills Exam at no additional charge. The exam will be offered for all topics. Except not offered for Web Page Design). Students have one year to complete all of the required Specialist Series courses. To register for the exam, call RVC Continuing Education at (815) 921-3900. OSB 099 RV Gail Lee FREE 5/28 Th 5:30-7:30 pm 1 Session RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G02 Part 1: Introductory courses for the novice and those who need to understand basics. Part 2: For those who understand basic computer concepts and terminology. Part 3: For more experienced students who want to expand their knowledge and computer skills

PowerPoint 2013

Access 2013

(1 Credit) Learn everything you need to know to assemble and present your own PowerPoint presentation. Purchase: Text at RVC Bookstore before the first session. Bring: Flash drive. Prerequisite: Basic Computer Skills or equivalent experience. You will learn to: • create and design PowerPoint presentations • add graphic, animation and sound • insert charts • prepare handouts and printouts • add tables, multimedia and broadcast presentations • work with themes and slide master • work with comments • integrate with other Microsoft programs DPR 095 BLL Gail Lee $153 4/20-5/18 M 5:15-9:15 pm 5 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 005

(1.5 Credit) Learn everything you need to know to create and build a powerful Access Database. Purchase: Text at RVC Bookstore before the first session. Bring: Flash drive. Prerequisite: Basic Computer Skills or equivalent experience. You will learn to: • create a database and table • create form and report • create queries to find data • make subform and subreports • customize input forms • import data from other programs • maintain the database DPR 089 BLL Gail Lee $195 2/23-4/13 M 5:15-9:15 pm 6 Sessions Bell School Road Ctr. 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 005 NO CLASS 3/9

COMPUTER TRAINING Continued

Word 2013 Part 1

Word 2013 Part 3

Excel 2013 Part 3

(.5 Credit) Word 2013 is a powerful word processing program that allows you to do much more than just type documents. Purchase: Text at RVC Bookstore before the first session. Bring: Flash drive. Prerequisite: Basic Computer Skills or equivalent experience. You will learn to: • open Word and review the Ribbon interface and Icons • navigate through, and close Word document • create your own documents and search Help • create and enhance business letters, memorandum, reports, and press release and other documents • use cut, copy, paste and drag and drop and how the use of tab stops, • use proofreading tool such as spelling and grammar checking • use and change margins, line spacing, bullets border and shading, the AutoCorrect feature, the Format Painter • create and format tables and lean how to use the calculation in tables DPR 023 RV Chuck Corley $101 3/17-4/7 TTh 11:15 am -1:15 pm 6 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G02 NO CLASS 4/2 DPR 023 RV1 Gail Lee $101 3/17-4/9 TTh 5:15-7:15 pm 5 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G02 NO CLASS 3/31 & 4/2 DPR 023 BLL Kathe Mundinger $101 4/11-4/25 Sa 8:00-Noon 3 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 005

(.5 Credit) Learn Advanced Word skills (use same textbook as Word Part 2). This course is a continuance of Word Part 1 and 2. Purchase: Text at RVC Bookstore before the first session. Bring: Flash drive. Prerequisite: Word Part 1 or Part 2 or equivalent experience. You will learn to: • work with long documents and create table of contents, header and footers, index and cross reference • track changes in documents, review changes from multiple users • prepare documents for sharing, use passwords, and digital signatures • create and use macros • integrate work with other Microsoft programs DPR 036 RV2 Chuck Corley $101 4/30-5/19 TTh 11:15 am-1:15 pm 6 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G02 DPR 036 RV Gail Lee $101 5/5-5/21 TTh 5:15-7:15 pm 6 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G02

(.5 Credit) Learn Advanced Excel skills (use same textbook as Excel Part 2). This course is a continuance of Excel Part 1 and Part 2. Purchase: Text at RVC Bookstore before the first session. Bring: Flash drive. Prerequisite: Basic Computer Skills or equivalent experience. You will learn to: • use lookup functions, PivotTables, PivotCharts and Macros • format and analysis tools such as consolidating functions, data validation rules and tracing formulas • insert and view comments, create hyperlinks, and digital signature • share workbooks, merge workbooks • integrate Excel with other programs DPR 037 RV2 Chuck Corley $101 4/30-5/19 TTh 9:00-11:00 am 6 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G02 DPR 037 RV Gail Lee $101 5/5-5/21 TTh 7:30-9:30 pm 5 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G02

Word 2013 Part 2 (.5 Credits) Learn intermediate Word skills (use same textbook as Word Part 1). This course is a continuance of Word Part 1. Purchase: Text at RVC Bookstore before the first session. Bring: Flash drive. Prerequisite: Word Part 1 or equivalent experience. You will learn to: • work with templates • create a research paper using footnotes and end notes • create a mail merge documents, envelopes and labels • create a newsletter, using sections breaks, create columns, Word Art, Clip art, • create a brochure using shapes and Smart Art • create and set up forms using form fields and drop down boxes DPR 026 RV2 Chuck Corley $101 4/9-4/28 TTh 11:15 am-1:15 pm 6 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G02 DPR 026 RV Gail Lee $101 4/14-4/30 TTh 5:15-7:15 pm 5 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G02 DPR 026 BLL Kathe Mundinger $101 5/2-5/9 Sa 8:00 am-2:30 pm 2 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 005

PRE-REGISTRATION & PAYMENT

Excel 2013 Part 1 (.5 Credit) Excel 2013 is a powerful Spreadsheet that allows you to create several different types of documents. Purchase: Text at RVC Bookstore before the first session. Bring: Flash drive. Prerequisite: Basic Computer Skills or equivalent experience. You will learn to: • open Excel and review the Ribbon interface and Icons • enter and edit worksheet by editing entries and using cut, copy, and paste • change the appearance of the worksheet • work with formulas and functions using relative and absolute cell references • format worksheets and number • apply border and fills to cells • create Excel charts DPR 024 RV2 Chuck Corley $101 3/17-4/7 TTh 9:00-11:00 am 6 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G02 DPR 024 RV Gail Lee $101 3/17-4/9 TTh 7:30-9:30 pm 6 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G02 NO CLASS 3/31 & 4/2

Excel 2013 Part 2 (.5 Credit) Learn intermediate Excel skills (use same textbook as Excel Part 1). This course is a continuation for Part 1. Purchase: Text at RVC Bookstore before the first session. Bring: Flash drive. Prerequisite: Excel Part 1 or equivalent experience. You will learn to: • use advanced functions and data analysis using logical functions • format contents of cells using format painter, quick styles, conditional formatting and named ranges • sort data in worksheet, link cells and formulas • create table and functions outlines • use filters and subtotal functions • work with graphics and illustrations by inserting pictures, clipart, shapes, and smart art • work with Excel templates DPR 027 RV2 Chuck Corley $101 4/9-4/28 TTh 9:00-11:00 am 6 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G02 DPR 027 RV Gail Lee $101 4/14-4/30 TTh 7:30-9:30 pm 6 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G02

Basic Web Technology Mini Certificate Learn and apply HTML, CSS, and Java Script to web pages and understand the web development process. Upon completion of the five (5) courses below you will receive the Basic Web Technology Mini Certificate: HTML Essentials – 12 hours CSS Essentials – 12 hours Java Script Essentials – 12 hours Server Side Technologies – 12 hours WordPress – 8 hours

Website Development HTML: Part 1 (.5 Credit) HTML is used to define the content of a web page. A solid understanding of HTML will allow you to maintain web pages without using an HTML editor. Even if you are using an HTML editor such as Dreamweaver, you will need to know enough HTML to make necessary “code tweaks” in order to get your web pages to do what you want them to do. This course is designed to show you how to create web pages using nothing more than HTML. An overview of Open Source HTML tools will be covered along with how to use text, image, list, link and table tags. Recommended: Basic Computer Skills or equivalent experience. Bring: Flash drive. CIS 064 RV Jerry Schoonover $101 2/21-3/7 Sa 8:30 am-12:30 pm 3 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G02

Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) Essentials (.5 Credit) Where HTML is used to define the content of a web page, CSS (Cascading Style Sheets) is used to define presentation of that content. This course is designed to show you the basics of CSS, how to convert HTML tags to CSS elements, and how to control those elements via style sheets. Recommended: HTML Essentials or equivalent experience. Bring: Flash drive. CIS 066 RV Jerry Schoonover $101 3/21-4/11 Sa 8:30 am-12:30 pm 3 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G02 NO CLASS 4/4

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Word Press (.5 Credit) WordPress is an open-source (free), web-based software program that anyone can use to build and maintain a website or blog. TheWordPress editing interface is very easy to use, and the sites administrator can grant various levels of access to others, allowing them to contribute to the website/ blog. Because the Interface is web-based, creating and editing pages can be done from anywhere with an Internet connection. This short course is designed to give you the basic information you need to get a WordPress site up and running. Some topics covered include: • WordPress overview • choosing a host • installation • configuration, users & roles, themes • upgrading • dashboard and settings, content & plug-ins CIS 091 RV2 Jerry Schoonover $101 3/30-4/13 M 5:30-9:30 pm 2 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G02

COMPUTER TRAINING Continued

3D CAD SketchUp 3-D CAD SKETCH UP SERIES SketchUp is a powerful, yet easy-to-learn 3D CAD program. Using a few simple tools, you will learn to create #D drawings. The free version of SketchUp offers most of the same tools used by professional architects all over the world! bring: Either a laptop or desktop computer, flashdrive and a basic 3-button scroll wheel mouse (a programmable 5+ button mouse is preferred). Target uses: • woodworking • drafting • home design • modeling

Beginners Sketch Up 3D This class is designed to familiarize students with all aspects of the basic version of SketchUp Make. Student do not need to have any prior experience with SketchUp or any other 3D modeling program but should have fundamental computer skills (i.e. starting an application and internet navigation and mouse skills). DPR 066 BLL Doug Olson $50 2/10 T 6:00-8:00 pm 1 Session Bell School Road Ctr. 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 005

Intermediate 3D CAD SketchUp This class will cover more advanced commands, and methods to make more involved 3D drawings. Tis course is intended for students with some SketchUp 3D experience and/or have taken the prior Beginner’s class. Students should understand the basic concepts of SketchUp and be able to draw basic 3D models. DPR 066 BLL2 Doug Olson $50 2/12 Th 6:00-8:00 pm 1 Session Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 005

JavaScript Essentials (.5 Credit) While HTML defines the content of a web document and CSS defines the presentation of that content, JavaScript controls the behavior of the web document. This means that JavaScript makes it possible to add user inter activity to your web document (e.g. form validation, calculations, etc.). This course is designed to give you a basic understanding of the JavaScript scripting language, and how to integrate it into your web documents. Recommended: CSS or equivalent experience. Bring: Flash drive. CIS 068 RV Jerry Schoonover $101 4/18-5/2 Sa 8:30 am-12:30 pm 3 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G02

CLASSES FOR YOUR MAC/apple Mac for Newcomers (.5 Credits) This introductory class is designed for the NEW Mac user or individuals with little or NO Mac experience and are interested in learning how to get around the Mac computer. Your will learn the desktop, menu bar, how to use the mouse and dock, basic windows, menu features including finder and file handling. Bring: Flash drive. Purchase: Text at RVC Bookstore before the first session. DPR 019 RV Tony Lamia $101 2/20-3/20 F 1:00-4:00 pm 4 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room 152 NO CLASS 3/13

Mac Applications (.5 Credits) This course is a continuation of Mac for Newcomers. It will cover the basic functions of Quicktime Player, iDVD, iPhoto, iMovie and iTunes. Mac for Newcomers or equivalent experience with Mac computers. Purchase: Text at RVC Bookstore. RECOMMENDED: Mac for Newcomers or equivalent experience with Mac computers. DPR 015 RV Tony Lamia $101 3/27-4/24 F 1:00-4:00 pm 4 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room 152 NO CLASS 4/3

Word 2011 for MAC Computers (.5 Credits) This course will cover the basics of Word for Mac from Microsoft Office 2011, including: creating Word files; review all menus, toolbars & views; enter/move/find/replace text; how to use: Help, AutoText, AutoCorrect, Spelling and Grammar check, MacPage Layout, headers & hooters, page numbers, formatting text and paragraphs, tabs, styles and table of contents; and working with graphics and creating tables. RECOMMENDED: Mac for Newcomers or equivalent experience with Mac computers. Purchase: Text at RVC Bookstore. DPR 023 RV2 Tony Lamia $101 5/1-5/22 F 1:00-4:00 4 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room 152

Getting Started with an iPhone You will learn to use the apps that come with your iPhone including mail, Internet, music and more. Plus we will use the App Store to purchase and download many useful and fun apps. Bring: Your iPhone. DPR 051 RV3 Jerry Schoonover $39 4/20 M 6:00-9:00 pm 1 Session RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G02

Server Side Technologies (.5 Credit) To deliver dynamic web content to your website visitors, you will need to understand various server-side scripting technologies. Using these technologies, you can dynamically edit, change or add any content of a Web Page, respond to user queries and form data, access databases, access files, transform XML, date to HTML data and return the results to a browser, customize a Web page, provide security and access control to Web pages, tailor your output to different types of browsers and more. Recommended: Java Script Essentials or equivalent experience. Bring: Flash drive. CIS 069 RV Jerry Schoonover $101 5/4-5/18 M 5:30 -9:30 pm 3 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G02

Getting Started with an iPad EBAY: Buying & Selling This class will focus on how to buy and sell items on EBAY’s online auction. Participants who want to take advantage of this hands-on training should already be registered with EBAY. Otherwise you may also choose to observe the buying and selling process that will be demonstrated during the class. RECOMMENDED: Computer Basics ll, Internet or equivalent experience. OSB 096 BLL Brad Stanton $49 2/21 Sa 8:30 am-12:30 pm 1 Session Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 005

Learn how to organize, explore and maximize your new digital device. Pinch, swipe, tap and shake your way through the features and functions including photos, videos, calendar and various apps. Find some hidden gems and tips to make you a confident and proud iPad owner. Bring: Your iPad. DPR 051 RV4 Jerry Schoonover $39 4/27 M 6:00-9:00 pm 1 Session RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G02

DISTANCE ON-LINE EDUCATION

Distance / On-Line Education Learning that fits your life!

Prepare for the hottest careers from the comfort of your home. Affordable, self-paced, on-line certificate programs that train you for the latest, in-demand job skill. On-line training is flexible anytime, anywhere learning. Look at what we have to offer and start training today. Begin Your On-Line Learning Today! 1. Go to RockValleyCollege.edu/CPEOnline 2. Follow directions for “Getting Started” 3. N OTE: First time students complete registration form, found at back of schedule 4. I f you need assistance-call Continuing Education at (815) 921-3900

Instructor led six-week courses or career training at own pace, over 200 courses available. (Courses offered monthly) • Accounting/Finance • Law & Legal • Business • Personal Development • Computer Applications • Design & Composition • Technology • Health Care & Medical • Writing & Publishing • Language & Art • Teaching & Education Graduate Credit

Ed2Go Career Training Programs Online open enrollment programs designed to provide skills necessary to acquire professional level positions. • Healthcare and Fitness • Hospitality and Service Industry • Business and Professional • Skilled Trade and Industrial • IT and Software Development • Sustainable Energy/Going Green • Media and Design

Language Survival for the Workplace, business or travel. • Dutch • Occupational Spanish • Mandarin Chinese • German • Public Safety Spanish

• Italian • French • Spanish (Latin America) • Portugese

The latest advancement in test preparation-ACT, GRE®, GMAT®, and LSAT®. Includes all areas of the exam, CD-ROM & Official retired tests.

• Pharmacy Technician • Phlebotomy Technician • EKG Technician • Dialysis Technician • Medical Billing & Coding • Dental Assisting • ECG / EKG Course for Nurses • Medical Terminology • Medical Coding ICD-10 Update • Medical Administrative Assistant

Midwest Paralegal

Workforce Education

“Unique cooperative year long entry-level certificate program created by a paralegal for paralegals”. (Check start dates)

• Business & Management • Project Management and Quality • Healthcare • Green Technology • Criminal Technology and Law • IT, Software and Web Development

• Paralegal Jurisprudence • Paralegal Research • Paralegal Litigation • Paralegal Management • Paralegal Career

Offering On-Line Training for Manufacturing Environments On-Line Test Prep Courses

Courses developed through a partnership with leading education organizations, including: Pearson Education, E-College and Condensed Curriculum International.

• Precision Measurement for Machinists • Mastering CNC Lathe • Mastering CNC Machining Centers

View all on-line partner programs at RockValleyCollege.edu/CPEOnline.

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CONSTRUCTION / HOME • EDUCATIONAL ENDEAVORS

CONSTRUCTION / HOME Build Your Potential

HOME INSPECTION LICENSURE PROGRAM

Minor Home Repairs for the “Newbie”

Charles Bellefontaine and Corey Friedman are experienced licensed home inspectors and active members of the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI).

If you’re not handy around the house, doing common repairs can be a frustrating experience. This class will cover some of the most common home repair projects related to drywall, plumbing and electrical systems. Save $$ on simple repair costs while boosting confidence to take on simple projects by yourself. All classes will focus on building the basic homeowner toolbox and an emphasis on safety practices.

OSH 020 RV Robert Mirgain $39 4/25 Sa 9:00 am-Noon 1 Session Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 007

Walls: Drywall Repair & Paint

Home Electrical Repair

Drywall topics will include repair of popped nails, cracks, dents, gashes, small and large holes, and water damaged areas. Painting and finishing of damaged areas will also be discussed.

Electrical projects will include rewiring and replacing the lamp socket of an old table lamp, changing switches or outlets, proper use of extension cords, electricity and safety.

OSH 001 RV Robert Mirgain $39 4/18 Sa 9:00 am-Noon 1 Session Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 007

OSH 015 RV Robert Mirgain $39 5/2 Sa 9:00 am-Noon 1 Session Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 007

Home Inspection Licensure Program: On-Line (5 credits) This self-paced on-line class requires reading from the book – Home Reference Book; ISBN: 0-7931-8093-7. You will be building a home inspection report as you travel through the program. Each section has a quiz to confirm that you have the knowledge to proceed. These quizzes can be taken from your home. The lessons will require you to answer questions as you read through the book. You will have full access to Charles Bellefontaine and Corey Friedman during, and after the classes as support while you build your business. This online class does not include the required 10 hours of live training (lab time) you need in order to sit for the state exam. You will have the option of attending one of our 5 live field training classes at no additional cost, or you can set up a time with a field trainer for an additional fee of approx. $150/day. For more information e-mail bellefontainec@gmail.com. Field Training BUS 095 Bellman Group $450 SPECIFIC REGISTRATION PROCEDURE: Fill out a registration form (located at the last page of this catalog) include e-mail and mail in with payment, refer to Course # BUS 095.

Home Plumbing Repair Plumbing topics include how home plumbing works as a first step towards doing routine maintenance. Projects will include fixing leaky sink faucets, installing new lavatory or kitchen faucets, cleaning and adjusting pop-up sink drain, removing and cleaning a sink drain trap, and making adjustments or replacement of parts to address the numerous common toilet problems.

Highway Construction Careers Training Program Train for a career in the road construction industry! The HCCTP is a full time, 14-week program where you will learn the skills necessary for acceptance into a highway construction career or apprenticeship. Application sessions will be on January 21 at either Noon OR 6:00 pm. Sessions will last approximately 2 hours. No reservations are required.

For more information, visit RockValleyCollege.edu/HCCTP or contact Scott Abbott at (815) 921-3912 or S.Abbott@RockValleyCollege.edu. Training program is funded by the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) and administered by the Illinois Community College Board.

EDUCATIONAL ENDEAVORS Increase Your Knowledge

test prep* ACT Preparation The ACT is the college admissions exam that is given four times a year. Every high school student takes the ACT in April of their junior year. Students who take the ACT “cold” are at a disadvantage in competing for college/university admission and scholarships. These workshops will help prepare you to become familiar with the test and question style and learn strategies and techniques in each of the four subject areas. Reduce test anxiety, develop strategies for getting your best score and become more familiar with the test format. The class includes 6 hours of math, 3 hours of science and 3 hours of English\reading. Bring: Calculator. SPC 019 RV Mark Anderson $110 2/3-2/19 TTh 5:00-7:00 pm 6 Sessions RVC Jacob Ctr for Science & Math Room 1102

Online ACT/GRE/GMAT/LSAT Test Prep Rock Valley Continuing Education has partnered with Cambridge Educational Services, the largest provider of test prep curriculum to colleges, universities, and high schools in the US, to provide online test preparation courses. The courses cover all areas of the exam and include diagnostic tests, practice workshops, and information about problem-solving concepts and strategies to build confidence. Each of the course’s 30 units takes approximately one hour to complete and students have 5 months of unlimited access to the course. Students will receive a password to access the course. 5-Month Access - $225 SPECIFIC REGISTRATION PROCEDURE: First fill out the registration form (located at the last page of this catalog) include e-mail and mail with payment to us, refer to Course # SPC-019-INT. Students will receive a password within 24 hours after registering and can complete the web course program at any time-day or night. All materials included.

EDUCATIONAL ENDEAVORS Continued

Connie Messina, M.S. is an educator with over 30 years experience teaching and counseling children of diverse backgrounds in the K-12 school system. She has also taught graduate students at San Diego State University, The University of San Diego, and the University of North Dakota. Connie is a former “Counselor of the Year” for San Diego County, past president of the California School Counselor’s Association and past president of the California Counseling Association. She is the author of Brain-friendly Guidance Activities to Build Emotional Intelligence, and is the producer/director of the documentary film: From the Outside Looking in; the Crisis of Illiteracy in America.

Learning How to Learn (1 Credit) “Humans are biologically designed to survive, and the single greatest competitive advantage is the ability to learn.” -Eric Jensen. Connie Messina utilizes her successful experience as a K-12 teacher, school counselor, and counselor educator to share her favorite strategies for becoming an excellent learner and an excellent teacher. In her travels to Australia, New Zealand, and Mondragon Spain, Connie found that indigenous people were rejecting the formal, rigid style of learning for a more nurturing and “brain-friendly” approach. Neuroscientists say that it is the way the brain learns best. Teachers who want higher student test scores and well- behaved students, and parents who want their children to be more successful will benefit from learning these “Brain-friendly” skills. Everyone can learn to present material in a way that is enjoyable and memorable. Purchase: Text at RVC bookstore. EDU 034 RV Connie Messina $99 4/8-5/6 W 5:00-8:00 pm 5 Sessions RVC Classroom Building II Room 129

RVC Bookstore

Student Center, Ground Level rvc.bncollege.com or (815) 921-1680. For spring hours and to order or view used and new textbooks, visit us online at www.whywaitforbooks.com.

Ketta Martell has been the executive administrator for My First School in Loves Park Il since 2008 when she opened it. She holds an MBA and currently is working towards earning a Ph.D. Ketta has over 16 years of teaching and working with children and conducts research on learning and play for her doctoral program.

Learning Through Play You will learn about the five elements of active learning, its benefits and, positive outcomes. Gain knowledge on what is active learning and how to transform their child care setting and home for active learning. EDU 011 RV Ketta Martell $39 2/21 Sa 9:00-11:30 am 1 Session My First School Daycare 537 E Riverside Blvd Loves Park

A Smoother Day: Schedules & Routines You will gain knowledge of the importance of developing a daily schedule, scheduling procedures and time organizing methods. You will also learn techniques for developing schedules to match the growing needs of the children in their care. This course will help the participant learn the importance of daily routines and the benefits of a predictable and consistent daily routine. EDU 011 RV2 Ketta Martell $39 2/28 Sa 9:00-11:30 am 1 Session My First School Daycare 537 E Riverside Blvd Loves Park

Gifts of Infancy: Development You will learn the developmental milestones of the first year and how to reach those milestones from birth to three. Strategies for building trusting relationships with infants will be explored. EDU 013 RV Ketta Martell $39 3/21 Sa 9:00-11:30 am 1 Session My First School Daycare 537 E Riverside Blvd Loves Park

Caregiver Interactions: What You Say is Important You’ll learn techniques to enhance caregiver-child interactions and how to identify tantrums and power struggles and how to turn negative situations to positive. Learn the two types of choices that exist for children and how to help children make choices. EDU 011 RV3 Ketta Martell $39 3/28 Sa 9:00-11:30 am 1 Session Loves Park My First School Daycare 537 E Riverside Blvd

I Know Where It Goes! Organizing Your Play Room The participant will earn how to label and store materials so children can find and return their play items. Learn strategies for equipping the play space to encourage creativity by using interesting free, found, and recyclable materials. Learn the guidelines for selecting toys and materials and innovative ideas for materials. SPC 004 RV Ketta Martell $39 3/7 Sa 9:00-11:30 am 1 Session My First School Daycare 537 E Riverside Blvd Loves Park

RVC HIGH SCHOOL CONNECTIONS Earn College Credit, While in High School High School students have an opportunity to earn college credit. Students can take classes on Rock Valley College campuses with approval from their high school and receive both college and high school credit. Visit RockValleyCollege.edu/HSConnections or contact the High School Connections office at (815) 921-4080 for more details.

Look What I Can Do! Understanding Preschool Development The participants will gain an understanding of preschool development, facts about brain development in preschool-aged children and how to recognize the individuality of children. Gain strategies to support preschool children’s thinking. EDU 013 RV2 Ketta Martell $39 4/11 Sa 9:00-11:30 am 1 Session My First School Daycare 537 E Riverside Blvd Loves Park

Partners with Children: Playing and Learning Together Participants will learn techniques to enhance caregiver-child interactions as well as how to play and teach through letting children lead and interactive communication and building partnerships. This course will help the participants learn how to engage children to talk and letting the child speak. SPC 015 RV Ketta Martell $39 4/18 Sa 9:00-11:30 am 1 Session My First School Daycare 537 E Riverside Blvd Loves Park

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Turning Conflicts into Learning I Learn strategies and methods for conflict situations that will help develop important social skills in children. You will also learn to use natural or logical consequences as alternatives to punishment and strategies for setting limits. SPC 015 RV2 Ketta Martell $39 4/25 Sa 9:00-11:30 am 1 Session My First School Daycare 537 E Riverside Blvd Loves Park

EDUCATIONAL ENDEAVORS Continued • EMERGENCY TRAINING

EMERGENCY TRAINING Anticipate, Plan, Focus

PARAMEDIC TRAINING If you are an EMT and want to become a paramedic, now is the time to start! The Paramedic Program will be held at Rock Valley College, Stenstrom Center for Career Education. Paramedics work with ambulance services, fire departments, hospitals, clinics, and blood banks. The need for emergency medical response by trained ambulance personnel has seen a persistent growth over the last five years. Hospitals, private ambulance services and local career and volunteer fire departments are increasing their services to meet the emergency response needs of the community. Paramedics provide advanced life support pre-hospital care to patients on an emergency scene and during transport to a medical facility. Paramedics are trained in Cardiology, Pharmacology, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Advanced Trauma Life Support, Pediatric Advanced Life Support, and the use of associated equipment used to support advanced life support operations. Students who successfully complete this 2-year program will be prepared to challenge the National Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic Exam (NREMTP). Upon successful completion, the examination graduates will be nationally certified to perform Advanced Life Support (ALS) measures under the directions of an emergency medical director. Call (815) 921-3900 $1,125 per semester includes classroom & clinical

Turning Conflicts into Learning Il Learn advanced techniques of the conflict-resolution process along with how to recognize a child’s feelings in conflict situations. The participant will also learn an important six-step process to help children resolve conflicts on their own. SPC 015 RV3 Ketta Martell $39 5/2 Sa 9:00-11:30 am 1 Session My First School Daycare 537 E Riverside Blvd Loves Park

Working with Families: Build Strong Relationships Participants will learn positive open communication strategies for building relationships with families. You will also learn methods of coordinating activities in their childcare setting to increase parental involvement and how to resolve concerns and issues about working with families through professional peer-to peer discussions. This course will help you learn how to involve the family. SPC 015 RV4 Ketta Martell $39 5/9 Sa 9:00-11:30 am 1 Session My First School Daycare 537 E Riverside Blvd Loves Park

HOLLY LAZZERINI-MATHUR has 20+ years of experience in the field of special education and has been teaching in this field for several years. She has a Masters degree in regular and special education administration specializing in various areas of impairments.

Learning Disabilities: ADD & ADHD Does your child or student or someone you care about have autism? This two session course will discuss a variety of strategies to better identify, communicate, and interact with someone who has autism. SOC 010 RV2 Holly Lazzerini-Mathur $55 3/18-3/25 W 5:30-7:30 pm 2 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room 141

Visual & Hearing Impairments This course is designed for parents, teachers, paraprofessionals and administrators who work with bipolar persons. We will discuss a variety of strategies to better identify, communicate, and interact with someone who has bipolar. SOC 010 RV1 Holly Lazzerini-Mathur $55 2/18-2/25 W 6:30-8:30 pm 2 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room 141

GIFT OF CLASS

Give the gift of “life-long learning”! Our classes make a great gift for all occasions. For more information call (815) 921-3900.

EMT Training Emergency Medical Technician (9 Credits) This course is designed to train police, fire, first responder and rescue personnel and persons interested in the techniques of basic emergency medical care. The curriculum is approved by the Illinois Department of Public Health and the U.S. Department of Transportation, will prepare students for the National Emergency Medical Technician – Certification examination. Students will be required to actively participate as both rescuers and victims in skills practice during psycho motor labs. Students will also be required to pass written and practical skills examinations and participate in ambulance/hospital clinical experiences to become eligible to sit for the National Registry of the Emergency Medical Technicians examination. PREREQUISITES: 18 years of age, 20/20 vision with correction, hear normally with correction, sound physique, not possessing any infirmity of body or mind, which might render you unfit to perform duties. Bring to first class: Driver’s license and high school diploma or GED, and proof of current immunizations. Purchase: Text at Rock Valley College Bookstore before the first class. Call to be put on a notification list for summer course (815) 921-3900. HLT 038 RFD Debbie Niedermeier, NREMT $896 1/5-5/7 MTh 6:00-10:00 pm 17 Sessions 3/21 Sa 9:00 am-5:00 pm 4/25 Sa 8:00 am-5:00 pm Rockford Health Systems 2623 Edgemont St. EMS Building

Homeland Security Terrorism Prevention Certificate On-line Training for Law Enforcement or Fire Service Professionals (.5 Credit) The Institute for Preventive Strategies, a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Training Partner is offering a Homeland Security Terrorism Prevention Certificate Course for Law Enforcement Professionals (PER-280) and Fire Service Professionals–DHS Certified Courses. These eight-hour web-based courses take a unique approach that engages learners in an online simulation, forcing them to make real life decisions. The game-like introductory exercise allows the Law Enforcement Officer or the Firefighter to experience the eminent threat of a terrorist attack first hand through a series of choices leading to a related and reasonable conclusion. Topics include: collaboration, information sharing, recognizing threats, managing risks, and deciding to intervene. This program is offered at no charge for those working in the Law Enforcement and Security professions or Firefighters, and is designed to conveniently fit your busy schedule. Upon successful completion students will receive a Certificate of Completion from the Institute for Preventive Strategies and Rock Valley College. SPECIFIC REGISTRATION PROCEDURE: First fill out the registration form (located at the last page of this catalog) include e-mail, reference to Terrorism Prevention Certificate and whether in Law or Fire Service. Call our office for help (815) 921-3900.

HEALTH

Discover the Possibilities

MULTI-SKILLED CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT PROGRAM FOR CNAs This program is for currently certified nursing assistants. Courses are designed to provide CNA’s the opportunity to acquire skills and competencies needed for employment in emerging health systems. Courses may be taken individually or in a series. PREREQUISITE: Currently certified CNA. Bring: Photocopy of your CNA certificate to the first class. It is recommended that you have three months of work experience as a CNA. Note: The textbook for Advanced Skills, Basic EKG, Phlebotomy and Basic Respiratory Care (same text for all) must be purchased before the first class.

Basic Electrocardiogram for CNA’s (1 Credit) This course is designed to prepare the CNA to perform electrocardiograms. Emphasis is placed on lead placement, artifact and machine operation. Basic anatomy and physiology of the cardiac system and Electrophysiology are presented. Lethal dysrhythmia will be discussed. Purchase: Text at RVC Bookstore. NRS 040 RV Jason Harris $114 2/17-3/17 T 5:00-9:00 pm 4 Sessions Stenstrom Ctr 4151 Samuelson Rd. Rooms 151 & 158 NO CLASS 3/10

Exploring Healthcare Career Programs: An Overview This overview is intended for students who want to prepare for an exciting, challenging and rewarding career in healthcare. This informational session will give prospective students information and details on the Dental Assisting, Pharmacy Technician, Medical Administrative Assistant, Medical Billing and Coding, EKG Technician and Clinical Medical Assistant programs. In addition; the new on-line components will be discussed. Course content, job outlook and certification requirement information will be provided. It is recommended that you attend this free session before registering for any of the following courses. If you cannot attend this informational session, please call the Continuing Education Office to request an Information Packet that includes detailed outlines for all programs-(815) 921-3900. (For specific program questions, please call Condensed Curriculum Staff at 866-702-9742.) HLT 068 RV Condensed Curriculum Staff FREE 2/26 Th 6:00-7:30 pm 1 Session RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room 117/121

Phlebotomy Skills

CNA Recertification (.5 Credit) If your CNA Certification has lapsed for 24 or more months, you may be eligible to recertify. Class includes classroom time and an additional meeting with the instructor at a facility. If you have had a finger print criminal background check within 10 years, register for the class by going online, coming into our office or mail a registration form with a check. If you would like a CNA skills review packet, please email rvc-cpe@ rockvalleycollege.edu to request one. If you have not had a finger print criminal background check within 10 years, please contact the CNA department at RVC at (815) 921-3264 and let them know you need a finger print back ground check for CNA recertification. When your finger print back ground check is complete, follow the registration process stated above. NRS 031 RV2 Sandra Anderson $199 2/12 Th 5:00-9:00 pm 1 Session Stenstrom Ctr 4151 Samuelson Rd. Rooms 151 & 155 NRS 031 RV3 Sandra Anderson $199 4/16 Th 5:00-9:00 pm 1 Session Stenstrom Ctr 4151 Samuelson Rd. Rooms 151 & 155 NRS 031 RV4 Sandra Anderson $199 5/21 Th 5:00-9:00 pm 1 Session Stenstrom Ctr 4151 Samuelson Rd. Rooms 151 & 155

(1 Credit) This course is designed to prepare the CNA in routine phlebotomy procedures. Venipuncture techniques, phlebotomy equipment, micropuncture, safe practices and medicolegal aspects are studied. This course does not make one a Phlebotomist, it is strictly continuing education for currently certified CNAs. Purchase: Text at RVC Bookstore. NRS 042 RV Jamie Beck $114 2/12-3/5 Th 5:00-9:00 pm 4 Sessions Stenstrom Ctr 4151 Samuelson Rd. Room 151 & 156 NRS 042 RV2 Susan Bowler $114 4/6-4/27 M 5:00-9:00 pm 4 Sessions Stenstrom Ctr 4151 Samuelson Rd. Room 151 & 157

Advanced CNA Skills / Procedures (1.5 Credits) This course is designed to prepare the CNA for selected patient care skills. Emphasis is placed on the development of technical skills in the delivery of care to individuals across the life span. Selected basic nursing concepts will be utilized to achieve mastery for skill proficiency. Purchase: Text at RVC Bookstore. NRS 038 RV Susan Martin $148 3/19-4/30 Th 5:45-9:45 pm 6 Sessions Stenstrom Ctr 4151 Samuelson Rd. Rooms 151 & 158 NO CLASS 4/2

Basic Respiratory Care (1.5 Credit) This course is designed to prepare the CNA to perform basic respiratory care procedures. Emphasis is placed on gas therapy, cylinders and regulators, incentive spirometry, pulse oximetry, suctioning and bag/mask ventilation. This course is strictly continuing education for currently certified CNAs. Purchase: Text at RVC Bookstore. NRS 044 RV Lynn Smith $148 11/16-12/18 Th 5:00-9:00 pm 6 Sessions Stenstrom Ctr 4151 Samuelson Rd. Room 158

Medical Billing and Coding Program (5 Credits) This combined 80 hour billing and coding course offers the skills needed to solve insurance billing problems, how to manually file claims (using the CPT and ICD-9 manual), complete common insurance forms, trace delinquent claims, appeal denied claims and use generic forms to streamline billing procedures. The course covers the following areas: CPT (Introduction, Guidelines, Evaluation and Management), specialty fields (such as surgery, radiology and laboratory), ICD-9 (Introduction and Guidelines) and basic claims processes for medical insurance and third party reimbursements. Students will learn how to find the service and codes using manuals, (CPT, ICD-9 and HCPCS). Note: Students who complete this course, may be qualified to sit for the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC-Apprentice), and/or other National Certification Exams - additional cost. After obtaining the practical work experience (6 months to 2 years), students can obtain the AAPC CPC® designation. (All materials are included in the tuition fee.) There is no job placement for this course. HLT 069 RV Condensed Curriculum Staff $1,899 3/16-5/28 MTh 6:00-9:30 pm 22 Sessions 4/18 & 5/9 Sa 9:00 am-3:00 pm Stenstrom Ctr 4151 Samuelson Rd. Room 331 NO CLASS 4/2 & 5/25

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Dental Assisting (6 Credits) The 60 hour Dental Assisting Program prepares students for entry-level positions in one of the fastest growing health care positions – Dental Assisting. The purpose of this course is to familiarize the student with all areas of pre-clinical dental assisting and provide training in the professional skills required to function as and assistant in the dental practice. This course covers the following key areas and topics – Administrative Aspects include: the history of dentistry and dental assisting; introduction to the dental office; the legal aspects of dentistry; policies and guidelines. Clinical Aspects include: introduction to oral anatomy; dental operatory; dental equipment, introduction to tooth structure; primary and permanent teeth; the oral cavity and related structures; proper patient positioning; dental handpieces; sterilization; and other areas. In addition to entry-level administrative jobs, this course is ideal for students interested in pursuing a future formal Dental Hygienist program. There is no state or national certification objective with this course. All materials and student insurance are included in the course cost. Note: Students will be given the opportunity to participate in a two-week rotation/clinical at a local dentist’s office upon successful completion of this program. HLT 053 RV Condensed Curriculum Staff $1,299 3/19-5/18 MTh 6:00-9:30 pm 17 Sessions RVC Student Ctr Room 1224 NO CLASS 4/2

Medical Administrative Assistant (4.5 Credits) This 70-hour course prepares students to function effectively in many of the administrative and clerical positions in the healthcare industry. Administrative Medical Assistants, Medial Secretary, Medical Records Clerk, and Health Unit Coordinators are all positions in great demand. This program covers important entry-level background information on anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, insurance billing and coding, medical ethics, customer service and legal aspects. This program is intended to provide students with a well-rounded introduction to medical administration so that a student can gain the necessary skills required - to either obtain or advance to a healthcare administration position. Note: This program will prepare you to meet the requirements of the National Healthcare Association’s (NHA)-Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) national certification exam. The CMAA exam will be given following the completion of this course for an additional charge. There is no job placement for this course. All materials are included in the course cost. HLT 054 RV Condensed Curriculum Staff $1,299 3/18-5/27 MW 6:00-9:30 pm 21 Sessions Stenstrom Ctr 4151 Samuelson Rd. Room 129 NO CLASS 5/25

HEALTH Continued

Clinical Medical Assistant

Pharmacy Technician

(10 Credits) This program will train students to assist physicians by performing functions related to the clinical responsibilities of a medical office. Instruction includes among other things preparing patients for examination and treatment, routine laboratory procedures, diagnostic testing, technical aspects of phlebotomy and the cardiac life cycle. Students will review important topics including phlebotomy, pharmacology, the proper use and administration of medications, taking and documenting vital signs, cardiology including proper lead placements, a 12 lead EKG, a professional workplace behavior, ethics and the legal aspects of healthcare. This program includes 140-hours of classroom lecture, hands on labs and an optional 160-hour clinical externship. Tuition includes all textbooks, supplies and the clinical externship coordination (see below.) Note: Upon successful completion of this program (140 hours of classroom instruction), students will be given the opportunity to take the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) national examination for an additional cost.

(3 Credits) This comprehensive 50 hour program will prepare students to work as a pharmacy technician in a retail or other pharmacy setting and to take the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board’s PTCB exam. Course content includes: pharmacy medical terminology, the history of pharmacy, the pharmacy practice in multiple environments, pharmacy calculations and measurements, reading and interpreting prescriptions and defining drugs by generic and brand names. Through classroom lecture and hands on labs, students will review dosage calculations, drug classifications, the “top 200 drugs”, I.V. flow rates, sterile compounding, dose conversions, aseptic technique, the handling of sterile products, total parental nutrition (TPN), dispensing of prescriptions, inventory control and billing and reimbursement. In addition to classroom lecture and labs, this program includes a clinical externship through a local pharmacy. To be eligible for the clinical externship, students must successfully complete the 50 hour program, submit to a thorough background check, drug screening and meet other requirements. HLT 056 RV Condensed Curriculum Staff $1,205 3/18-5/6 MW 6:00-9:30 pm 15 Sessions Stenstrom Ctr 4151 Samuelson Rd. Room 169

An optional 160-hour clinical externship opportunity will be offered at a healthcare service provider located within 50 miles of Rock Valley College (students must provide their own transportation). To be eligible for the 160-hour clinical externship, students must successfully complete the 140-hour program. Students must also meet the requirements of the healthcare provider (requirements may include a background check, drug screening, CPR, healthcare insurance, immunizations, physical exam, etc.) Note: This program is not a state accredited Certified Medical Assistant program (which is typically a 1-2 year degree program) and you are not qualified to take the Certified Medical Assistant exam (CMA). HLT 050 RV Condensed Curriculum Staff $2,599 3/18-6/17 MW 6:00-9:30 pm 34 Sessions 3/28, 4/11, 4/25, 5/2 Sa 9:00 am-4:30 pm 5/16, 5/30, 6/13 Stenstrom Ctr 4151 Samuelson Rd. Room 158 NO CLASS 5/25

EKG Technician Certification (3 Credits) This comprehensive 50 hour EKG Technician Certification Program prepares students to function as EKG Technicians and to take the ASPT – Electrocardiograph (EKG) Technician exam and other National Certification Exams. This course will include important practice and background information on anatomy and physiology of the heart, medical disease processes, medical terminology, medical ethics, legal aspects of patient contact, electrocardiography and stress testing. Additionally, students will practice with EKG equipment and perform hands on labs including introduction to the function and proper use of the EKG machine, the normal anatomy of the chest wall for proper lead placement, 12-lead placement and other clinical practices. Note: The ASPT Electrocardiograph Technician exam will be given following the completion of this course for an additional charge. All materials and student insurance are included in the course cost. There is no job placement for this course. Current Healthcare Provider CPR required. HLT 044 RV Condensed Curriculum Staff $1,019 3/17-5/7 TTh 6:00-9:30 pm 15 Sessions Stenstrom Ctr 4151 Samuelson Rd. Room 169 NO CLASS 4/2

Healthcare E-Learning Rock Valley College is now offering our new Health Ed Today E-learning courses starting. These courses are highly interactive and provide students with an enriched learning experience. These courses were developed through a partnership with leading education organizations including Pearson Education, E-College and Condensed Curriculum International. Note: ask us about national or state certification opportunities through these courses! Courses include: • 24 hour a day instructor support & course mentors • engaging labs, student exercises and course videos • all textbooks, workbooks and student materials • a new “Career Services” website – to help students advance in their career The following courses are available to you anytime: • Pharmacy Technician – $1,299 • EKG Technician – $1,299   • Medical Billing & Coding – $1,399 • Medical Coding ICD-10 Update – $999 • Medical Administrative Assistant – $1,299 • Clinical Medical Assistant – $2,499 • Electronic Health Records – $1,299 • Phlebotomy Technician – $1,299 • Dialysis Technician – $1,299 • Dental Assisting – $1,299 • Medical Terminology – $499 • ECG / EKG Course for Nurses – $699 Visit us online at www.healthedtoday.com/RockValleyCollege to experience a Course Demo and to learn more about these exciting new courses! SPECIFIC REGISTRATION PROCEDURE: First fill out the registration form (located at the last page of this schedule) include e-mail and mail to us, refer to Course # HealthEd. Next register on-line at www.healthedtoday.com/RockValleyCollege. Follow instructions at the partner website. Call our office for help (815) 921-3900. For course details call toll free 1-888574-6218.

HEALTH Continued • HOSPITALITY

CPR Training Series

Healthcare CPR Refresher

Deb Webb is a certified Basic Life Support Instructor, Medic First Aid with the American Heart Association.

Healthcare Provider – CPR This course is designed for the healthcare provider only. This includes nursing students and medical students. Upon successful completion of this course, you will receive a two-year certification in CPR through the American Heart Association. Learn CPR today for your job and for the potential to save the life of a loved one or friend. Tuition includes cost of textbook. PREREQUISITE: Must be in healthcare, nursing or a medical student. HLT 001 RV Deb Webb $69 2/7 Sa 9:00 am-1:00 pm 1 Session Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 004 HLT 001 RV2 Deb Webb $69 3/7 Sa 10:00 am-2:00 pm 1 Session Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 004 HLT 001 RV3 Deb Webb $69 4/8 W 5:00 -9:00 pm 1 Session Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 004 HLT 001 RV4 Deb Webb $69 5/9 Sa 9:00 am-1:00 pm 1 Session Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 001

Heartsaver First Aid CPR/AED (.5 Credit) Lay rescuer for CPR AED. HLT 019 RV Deb Webb $89 2/21 Sa 9:00 am-3:00 pm 1 Session Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 004

This course is for currently certified healthcare providers, whose certificate is ready to expire. This class will recertify you in H.P., CPR, and AED through the American Heart Association. Purchase: Optional text at class for approx. $15. HLT 008 RV Deb Webb $49 2/7 Sa 9:00-Noon 1 Session Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 004 HLT 008 RV2 Deb Webb $49 3/7 Sa 10:00 am- 1:00 pm 1 Session Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 004 HLT 008 RV3 Deb Webb $49 4/8 W 5:00-8:00 pm 1 Session Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 004 HLT 008 RV4 Deb Webb $49 5/9 Sa 9:00 am-Noon 1 Session Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 001

Heartsaver CPR – Pediatric First Aid (.5 Credit) Learn how to manage a pediatric injury or illness until professional help arrives. In emergency situations you can make a difference. This course covers CPR/AED for adults and children and infant CPR. Injury, medical and environmental emergencies will be covered. Injury prevention will also be discussed. This program is designed to meet daycare center regulations. Tuition includes the cost of textbook. One-half hour break on own. HLT 009 RV Deb Webb $89 4/25 Sa 9:00 am-3:00 pm 1 Session Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 002

TRAINING FOR DIETARY MANAGERS IN HEALTH CARE FACILITIES Students must be working in the food service and/or Dietetics Department of a Health Care Facility and must demonstrate leadership abilities. Enrollment requires a recommendation of the health care facility administrator and a registered dietitian. Students will have a total of 120 hours of classroom instruction and 162 hours of practical, on-the-job experience (50 of these hours must be spent one-on-one with a registered dietitian or certified dietary manager). The complete course continues for 42 weeks, three sessions in August to June. Completion of the three sessions, Management of Food Service Operations, Medical Nutrition Therapy and Food Safety & Human Resource Management meets the state requirements for dietary managers in Health care facilities and Association for Nutrition and Foodservice Professionals (ANFP). Sessions may be taken in any order. Contact ANFP at 1-800-323-1908 or anfponline.org to purchase textbook. Students must have a high school diploma or GED and the Illinois Food Service Sanitation Certification before enrolling in this course.

Food Safety Sanitation & Human Resource Management (3 credits) Students will review the importance of sanitation and food safety practices and learn the techniques of communications, effective human resource management, and operations management. HLT 030 RV Sara Painter $297 3/26-6/25 Th 4:00-7:00 pm 14 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 001 Management of Food Service Operations coming in August!

HOSPITALITY Prepare for Certification

NEW! Food Safety in the Home (Adult) Food Safety in the Home: An easy to understand presentation on keeping you, your family, and guests from obtaining food borne illness. Terry is a certified food safety instructor with the National Restaurant Association and Illinois Department of Public Health. HMC 800 BLL Terry Bomkamp $32 4/15 W 6:30-7:30 pm 1 Session Bell School Road Ctr. 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 004

NATIONAL CERTIFICATION: Food Service MANAGER CERTIFICATION COURSE Learn basic Food Safety principles that will prepare you to take ServSafe Managers Certification Exam created by the National Restaurant Association. REQUIRED ATTENDANCE: Mandatory attendance is required for the full 15 hours. You must arrive promptly by the start time. No exceptions, latecomers will not be admitted to class. RETAKE: If you are retaking the exam, you must notify the Continuing Education Office at (815) 921-3900 before the first class, so we can order the appropriate exam. Bring: Your failure notification and a photo ID to class. IMPORTANT: If your Certificate has or will expire by the first class, you must retake the 15 hour class. Register Early! Book included in price.

NATIONAL CERTIFICATION Food Service Sanitation Certification Course (1 credit) Classroom problem solving will help translate principles to everyday use and encourage participants to share the knowledge with co-workers. Learn basic food service safety and sanitation principles that will prepare you to take the exam created by the National Restaurant Association/ServSave given in class on the second day. Mandatory attendance is required. You must arrive promptly by the start time. (8:00 a.m.) No exceptions. Latecomers will not be admitted to class. Bring a photo ID to class. There is a 30 minute time allowance for a lunch break (12:30 – 1:00 p.m.). Book is included in price. HLT 051 RV2 Marilyn Spielman $159 2/21-2/28 Sa 8:00 am-5:00 pm 2 Sessions RVC Student Ctr Room 1222 HLT 051 RV3 Marilyn Spielman $159 3/21-3/28 Sa 8:00 am-5:00 pm 2 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 004 HLT 051 RV4 Marilyn Spielman $159 4/11-4/18 Sa 8:00 am-5:00 pm 2 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 004 HLT 051 RV5 Marilyn Spielman $159 5/2-5/9 Sa 8:00 am-5:00 pm 2 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 004

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HOSPITALITY Continued • LANGUAGE FOR THE WORKPLACE

LANGUAGE FOR THE WORKpLACE Communicate With Confidence

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new! Food Handler Certification Illinois Law requires all food handlers in the state of Illinois to have ANSI Accredited Food Handler Training starting July 1, 20 14. New hires have 30 days from the date of hire to obtain training. A food handler is defined by law as a person who works in a food facility and performs any duties that involve the preparation, storage or service of food in a food facility. This includes most restaurant jobs, including servers, bartenders, dishwashers, hosts and hostesses who handle food. In the classroom setting, the ServSave Food Handler Guide easily integrates food safety and sanitation into any existing or on boarding training program. book is provided. The ServSave Food Handler course covers five key areas: Basic Food Safety, Personal Hygiene, Cross-Contamination and Allergens, Time and Temperature, and Cleaning and Sanitation. An exam is taken at the completion of the training day to measure if employees have the minimum competency in food safety and sanitation knowledge. The test time allotted is 1 hour. The class begins at 8am sharp. The exam is from 2-3pm and is administered in class. Hour lunch break on your own. Please bring a photo ID to class. HLT 055 RV Marilyn Spielman $60 2/14 Sa 8:00 am-3:00 pm 1 Session Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 004 HLT 055 RV2 Marilyn Spielman $60 3/27 F 8:00 am-3:00 pm 1 Session Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 004 HLT 055 RV3 Marilyn Spielman $60 4/25 Sa 8:00 am-3:00 pm 1 Session Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 001 HLT 055 RV4 Marilyn Spielman $60 5/16 Sa 8:00 am-3:00 pm 1 Session Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 004

Spanish for Everyone - Level I (1 Credit) This first-level class will help you learn basic conversational Spanish grammar, alphabet, pronunciations, sounds, articles, nouns, adjectives. Gain the tools to help you start putting sentences and paragraphs together. FOR 031 RV Judith Bamera-Tulian $129 2/9-3/5 MTh 6:00-8:00 pm 8 Sessions RVC Jacob Ctr for Science & Math Room 1106

Spanish for Everyone - Level II

RicHARD Wholey earned a BA in Asian Studies from Cornell University in 1970, majoring in Mandarin Chinese, and an MBA in International Finance from Syracuse University in 1976. He’s now retired after 34 years in international business. Positions included 19 years as Director of International Sourcing with Rockford Products Corporation, plus positions with UTC and Amerock. Has extensive experience with Chinese business opportunities and practices.

Chinese I (1 Credit) Whether your familiarity with Chinese is limited to “ni hao ma” or you have already taken an introductory course, anyone can benefit from this fun, entry level course. If you might someday visit China or perhaps come into contact with Mandarin speakers in business, you’ll get the basic tools you need here. Course will introduce Chinese Mandarin tones, Pinyin, basic Chinese grammar, vocabulary, and characters. No prerequisites required. Purchase: Text prior to first class. FOR 043 RV Richard Wholey $135 2/17-4/28 T 6:00-8:00 pm 10 Sessions RVC Classroom Bldg ll Room 124 NO CLASS 3/10

Spanish for Everyone - Level III (1 Credit) A continuation of our Spanish–Level II class. PREREQUISITE: Spanish Level lI (or instructor permission). Purchase: Text at RVC bookstore. FOR 038 RV Judith Bamera-Tulian $129 4/16-5/11 MTh 6:00-8:00 pm 8 Sessions RVC Jacob Ctr for Science & Math Room 1106

RVC Bookstore

Student Center, Ground Level rvc.bncollege.com or (815) 921-1680. For spring hours and to order or view used and new textbooks, visit us online at www.whywaitforbooks.com.

MANUFACTURING / WORKFORCE TRAINING

Manufacturing / workforce training Upgrade Your Skills –Learn a New Trade

Vibration Analysis (1 Credit) This class will explore the basic first principles of vibration analysis, starting with its history of the analysis techniques and basic examples. The course will focus on forming basic ideas of transient analysis, periodic forcing functions, and build up to multi-degree of freedom systems. This class will finish with a rudimentary application of finite element analysis to an airplane wing. This class will benefit students presently working in the field or who need the basics to further their education in engineering. EGR 050 RV Joseph Rhein $99 2/18-4/29 W 6:00-8:00 pm 9 Sessions RVC Classroom Building II Room 219 NO CLASS 3/11

Automation Skills (CNC) Training for Machine Tooling Automation Skills CNC Technician Certificate #6116 This non-transfer certificate provides entry-level training and develops job-skills for sophisticated computer numerical control (CNC) machine tools with emphasis on safety, productivity and quality. The certificate program consists of a series of six classes taught by industry professionals. Graduates are prepared to perform tasks in a manufacturing production environment related to CNC machine setup and operation/ programming. A certificate may be acquired after successful completion of six core courses for a minimum of 15 credit hours (216 hours). Students who successfully pass all 6 courses are eligible for Machining Part 1 NIMS credential (CNC Turning or Milling: Programming Setup & Operation – cost $75). Mini-Certificate: CNC Technician Certificate #6116 AUT 005 Blueprint Reading and Measurement AUT 010 CNC Lathes – Setup and Operation AUT 012 CNC Mills – Setup and Operation AUT 014 CNC Lathe Programming AUT 016 CNC Mills Programming AUT 029 Introduction to Cutting/Tooling For more information, call Stan McCord at (815) 921-3179.

Credentialing Course for Current CNC Machinists

National Institute for Metalworking Standards (NIMS) Credential Rock Valley College now offers credentialing in various topic areas for CNC machinists through the National Institute for Metalworking Standards (NIMS). The NIMS credential is a nationally recognized performance based certification. Students registering for the CNC Setup and Operation courses may elect to be certified while taking the courses. This credential is available for students who have previously finished the CNC Setup and Operation courses, or those who have previously attended RVC, CNC courses or any CNC machinist. Students wishing to complete the NIMS Machining Part 1 credential (various topic areas) while attending the Automation Skills CNC courses, may purchase the certification package from the RVC bookstore. The package consists of the credentialing report and all required fees for registration and testing. This is a separate fee from the course fees. The online test will be taken at the conclusion of the class.

Credentialing is also available for students who have previously finished the CNC Setup and Operation courses, or any CNC machinist who wishes to satisfy the NIMS credential and take the online NIMS exam. The credential consists of the tasks that all machinists encounter while setting up and running through an unproven program. These tasks must be completed for three setups and then the online exam may be taken. This course consists of 12 hours of lab time to perform the setups required and complete the online exam. Enrollees must meet with the instructor to select lab times. Students who wish to enroll in NIMS credentialing course may purchase the required materials package from the RVC bookstore. The credential package is a separate fee from the course fee. AUT 036 RV (CNC Lathes Operator) - $75 AUT 038 RV (CNC Mills Operator) - $75 NIMS Credential Packages available at the Rock Valley College Bookstore: Packet A: I ncludes one Lifetime enrollment fee plus two Part 1 NIMS exams of the students choice - $128 Packet B: I ncludes two Part 1 NIMS exams of the students choice (for students taking more than two exams) - $75 For more information, call Stan McCord at (815) 921-3179. Veterans: Take advantage of the IL. Veterans Grant and the GI bill- these courses are now approved for this funding. For more information call Milana Herman at (815) 921-4163.

CNC Skills Training for Machine Tooling – Online MasterTask™ Online Training for CNC Machines Rock Valley College in partnership with MasterTask™ is offering on-line training for manufacturing environments. The MasterTask™ 100% solution provides a systematic approach that is easy to use to achieve “lean” goals. Reports show it will develop new people in less time to higher levels of performance and cut costs by improving existing personnel creating faster setups, higher quality, longer tool life, fewer crashes, less machinery repair, and better employee attitudes. Simulation-based CNC courses: By selecting from popular models of Fanuc, Haas, Mazak or Okuma CNC controls, you’ll learn both the basics and the specifics of your machinery. You practice on realistic computer simulations of your CNC Turning Centers, CNC Lathes, and CNC Machining Centers without tying up production machinery or other operators, and if you make a mistake, you won’t have scrap, damaged tools or downtime. Courses are offered in an open-entry format – students have one year to complete all modules in each of the three courses. The course manual will be mailed to you once your registration is received. For more information on course content or to set up an optional hands-on, open lab practice time, call Stan McCord, (815) 921-3179. For complete course outline, course simulations, etc, visit www.Mastertask.com. SPECIFIC REGISTRATION PROCEDURE: First fill out the registration form (located at the last page of this schedule) include e-mail and mail with payment to us, refer to Course # AUT-CCE. Students will receive a password and instructions within 24 hours after registering and can complete the web course program at any time-day or night. All materials included.

Precision Measurement for Machinists (Modules 1-47) (2.5 Credits) Powerful simulations allow students to learn how to measure with accuracy on 35 instruments from steel rulers to CMMs. Students may choose inch, metric or both systems of measurement when registering for this course. 47 instructional modules cover every-thing from shop math, print reading, and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance. Course manual included. AUT 026 $199

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Mastering CNC Machining Centers (Units 1-5) (2.5 Credits) In addition to the basics, students learn from simulations of the job tasks on the popular models of Fanuc, Haas, Okuma, and Mazak CNC controls. Cut costs for your local shops by improving existing machinists or develop new setup operators to higher levels of skill with this proven courseware. 141 instructional sections to select from provide both Core concepts and Specific Instruction on the most common CNC control models. Students can learn both G code and conversational programming. Course manual included. AUT 027 $199

MANUFACTURING / WORKFORCE TRAINING Continued

Mastering CNC Lathes (Units 1-5) (2.5 Credits) In addition to the basics, students learn from simulations of the job tasks on the popular models of Fanuc, Haas, Okuma, or Mazak CNC controls. Cut costs for your local shops by improving existing machinists or develop new setup operators to higher levels of skill with this proven courseware. 106 instructional modules to select from provide both Core concepts and Specific Instruction on the most common CNC control models, with more on the way. Students learn both G code and conversational programming techniques. Course manual included. AUT 028 $199

Introduction to Cutting Tools

Earn a Potential Job at Woodward • Eight weeks of CNC classes – 4 hours per day – earn 2 NIMS certifications • Classes start monthly – first class starts early in January • Successful completion guarantees an interview with Woodward • Contact: Gina at g.caronna@rockvalleycollege.edu

(2.5 Credits) Explore the use of various tools for CNC turning and machine centers. Milling tools & topics: drills, taps, reamers, boring bars, end mills, tool geometry, tool selection, feeds and speeds for machining centers. Turning tools and topics: tool holders, insert geometry, grades, selection, single point threading tools, groove and cutoff tools, positive and negative rake angles and feed and speed calculations for work piece materials. Little or no shop experience. Handouts provided at class. AUT 029 RV2 TBA $249 4/27-5/27 MW 6:00-9:50 pm 9 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G06 NO CLASS 5/25

CNC Lathe: Setup & Operation (2.5 Credits) This course will provide knowledge and application to setup and operate CNC Lathe and machining centers. Purchase: Text at RVC Bookstore. AUT 010 RV2 TBA $249 2/9-3/16 MW 6:00-9:50 pm 9 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G06 NO CLASS 3/9 & 3/11

CNC Mills: Setup & Operation (2.5 Credits) This course will provide knowledge and application to setup and operate CNC mills and machining centers. Purchase: Text at RVC Bookstore.. AUT 012 RV2 TBA $249 3/23-4/20 MW 6:00-9:50 pm 9 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G06

CNC Lathe: Programming

Basic Blueprint Reading & Measurement (2.5 Credits) This course is a combination of blueprint reading and measurement to give you a better understanding of the tools needed in manufacturing. This course is strongly recommended for students with little or no shop experience. Purchase: Text at RVC Bookstore. AUT 005 RV2 TBA $249 2/10-3/17 TTh 6:00-9:50 pm 9 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G06 NO CLASS 3/10 & 3/12

(2.5 Credits) This course will provide a basic understanding of G-Code programming for CNC lathes and tool selection, feed and speed calculations and program format. PREREQUISITE: Lathe Setup and Operate, AUT 010. Purchase: Text at RVC Bookstore. AUT 014 RV2 TBA $249 3/24-4/23 TTh 6:00-9:50 pm 9 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G06 NO CLASS 4/2

CNC Mill Programming (2.5 Credits) This course will provide a basic understanding of G-Code programming for machining centers, tool selection, feed and speed calculations and program format. PREREQUISITE: AUT 012 CNC Mills Setup and Operate. Purchase: Text at RVC Bookstore. AUT 016 RV2 TBA $249 4/28-5/26 TTh 6:00-9:50 pm 9 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G06

Forklift Operator Training (.5 Credit) This course will help you become knowledgeable in powered industrial truck (forklift) operation. You will gain valuable knowledge and the skills required to operate a lift truck in a correct and professional manner. O.S.H.A. requires anyone who operates a powered industrial truck to be trained and authorized. Have you been trained? Note: to become an “Authorized” or qualified operator, the owner of the forklift must also evaluate you “on-site”. Participants will learn: O.S.H.A. 29CFR 1910.178(1) regulations; Aspects of lift truck operation; Pre Operation inspection, of work area and truck; Recommended: handling procedures and load handling; Fueling procedures Gas, Diesel, and Electric. Students will be required to demonstrate practical lift truck operation skills. Trucks covered are, ITA (Industrial Truck Association) Class 1,2,3,4, and 5. For more information, please contact: training@ nfcna.com or (815) 568-0061. ISH 025 RFD UniCarriers Staff $200 3/20 F 8:00 am-4:30 pm 1 Session UniCarriers Forklift 240 N. Prospect St., Marengo ISH 025 RFD2 UniCarriers Staff $200 4/17 F 8:00 am-4:30 pm 1 Session UniCarriers Forklift 240 N. Prospect St., Marengo ISH 025 RFD3 UniCarriers Staff $200 5/15 F 8:00 am-4:30 pm 1 Session UniCarriers Forklift 240 N. Prospect St., Marengo

Forklift: Train the Trainer (1 Credit) This comprehensive three-day “Train-the-Trainer” class will prepare your company’s trainer, safety department staff, human resource department, or supervisors to present the one-day Powered Industrial Truck (Forklift) training class. Each student will receive two (2) “Train the Trainer” packages. One package covers sit down forklifts, ITA Classes 1,4, and 5. The other package covers electric forklifts ITA Class 2 and 3 (Except Narrow Aisle models; Side Loaders or Turret Trucks). These packages will be the main tool for starting and conducting successful operator training classes, and will assist you in reaching O.S.H.A. compliance. The Student will be required to demonstrate practical lift truck operation skills. All training packages include: Instructor Guide Book, Student Hand Books, Videos (DVD) to Reinforce Lecture, Sample Certificates, Wallet-sized Certificates, Sample Forms and Check lists. Lunch provided. ISH 026 RFD UniCarriers Staff $899 5/20-5/22 WThF 8:00 am-4:30 pm 3 Sessions UniCarriers Forklift 240 N. Prospect St., Marengo

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Basic Refrigeration & Air Conditioning (1.5 Credits) This course is an overview of the basics of a refrigeration system. We will go over components and how they function in the system. Regulations for Section 608 and basic troubleshooting and service procedures will be covered with some hands-on training on the refrigeration test board. bring: Safety glasses. Purchase: Text at RVC Bookstore. Note: Students should register for the EPA exam to receive your Section 608 Technician Certification card-additional $30. See course OST 007 BLL. MEC 051 BLL Stuart Berg $148 2/16-4/6 M 6:00-9:15 pm 7 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 002 NO CLASS 3/9

EPA Refrigerant Handling Certification – U.S. EPA Approved Refrigerant Handling Seminar With Certification (.5 Credits) This course is a two-session preparation for the EPA Refrigerant Handling Exam for stationary refrigeration and air conditioning equipment and will cover Types I, II, and III. This course will meet worker certification requirements, and demonstrate how and why to use capture and recovery equipment. Students will review rules and regulations regarding Freon handling, learn how to properly service equipment, learn to use recovery equipment and discuss refrigerant types and basic refrigeration as it applies to the test and safety issues. The EPA - approved exam will be given at the third session. You must pass the exam to receive refrigerant handling certification. Anyone who vents Freon into the atmosphere will require certification training to be in compliance with the Federal Clean Air Act including line workers, service technicians, production personnel, union members, supervisors, managers and owners. MEC 056 BLL Stuart Berg $90 3/25-4/8 W 6:00-9:00 pm 3 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 002

EPA Certification: Test Only This is the third session of the EPA Certification Preparation course. If you are registered for MEC 056, you are automatically registered for the exam. This is the exam only, and does not include course or study guide. If you already have an EPA card but want to take an additional part of the exam, please bring your current EPA card to the exam. OST 007 BLL Proctor $30 4/8 W 6:00-9:00 pm 1 Session Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 Bell School Rd. Room 002

PRE-REGISTRATION & PAYMENT

Electrical Safety / ARC FLASH An arc flash is the instantaneous release of massive energy that is the result of an electrical fault. Extremely high temperatures can severely burn workers and cause massive damage to the business. There have been several ARC FLASH incidents in our area that have resulted in serious injuries. This program discusses the requirements needed to protect the workers and to protect the company from prosecution and fines. With proper worksite analysis, training, Personal Protective Equipment and supervision these risks can be managed and minimized. This course discusses the OSHA and NFPA 70E electrical safety regulations along with best work practices needed to protect your workers. This course is held at Rock Valley College, but can be brought on site to your facility. Call (815) 921-3905 for more information. ISH 029 RV John Vaughn $154 3/25 W 8:00 am-Noon 1 Session RVC Student Ctr Room 1222

Hazardous Material

Integrated Systems Technology Program What is Integrated Systems Technology? The IST program cross-trains individuals in electrical, electronic and mechanical systems. Students acquire entry-level knowledge of operating, troubleshooting and maintaining the high-tech equipment found in today’s manufacturing environments. Topics covered include electricity, programmable logic controllers (PLC), pneumatics, hydraulics and mechanical systems. This approach allows students to develop skills in multiple areas, rather than one specific skill. For more information on the IST program, call John Jamont at (815) 921-3026.

Introduction to Electrical Control Circuits (3 Credits) This course is intended for individuals who require fundamental electrical knowledge. Topics studied include: understanding alternating and direct current flow concepts, using hand held meters to take measurements in circuits, understanding the use/purpose of over voltage and over current circuit protection devices, the use/purpose of capacitive and inductive proximity sensors, and basic circuit analysis using Ohm’s Law. This course assumes the student has little or no experience with electrical circuits. No prerequisites. IST 003 RV John Jamont $315 2/9-5/11 M 5:30-9:30 pm 13 Sessions Stenstrom Ctr 4151 Samuelson Rd. Room 437 NO CLASS 3/9 & 3/30

Electrical Control Circuits II

Federal regulations, Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations (49 CFR) Part 172.702, require that each employer whose employees work with hazardous materials (as defined in sections 49 CFR 171 and 172) must train each of its hazmat employees. “Hazmat employees” include those who prepare the packages for shipping, prepare, sign or review the paperwork, load trucks, drive the vehicles or unload or receive the hazardous materials. A hazmat employee who performs any of these functions may not perform the function unless he or she has been trained in the requirements of hazardous materials (generally: identification, classification, labeling, marking, placarding, packaging, etc.) that apply to that function. This program meets and or exceeds the DOT and OSHA standards for training. This course is held at Rock Valley College, but can be brought on site to your facility. Call (815) 921-3905 for more information. ISH 028 RV John Vaughn $74 4/7 T 1:00-5:00 pm 1 Session RVC Student Ctr Room 1222

(3 Credits) This course is a continuation of IST 003 and builds on the previously learned concepts. Topics studied include: three phase electricity, ladder logic electrical diagrams, single phase control transformers, control relays, on/off delay timers, manual and magnetic motor starters, induction three phase motors, and various input devices such as limit, pressure, and liquid level switches. Students wire multiple circuits over the duration of the course and are challenged with several troubleshooting exercises to locate defective components utilizing hand held multifunction meters and their observation of the symptoms exhibited. The malfunctions used for troubleshooting exercises are representative of typical “realworld” failures on these devices. PREREQUISITE: IST 003 or consent of instructor. IST 004 RV John Jamont $315 2/12-5/14 Th 5:30-9:30 pm 12 Sessions Stenstrom Ctr 4151 Samuelson Rd. Room 437 NO CLASS 3/12 & 4/2

OSHA: 10-Hour General Industry Course

Introduction to Programming the Allen-Bradley SLC 500 Series Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)

(.5 Credit) OSHA is using every tool at its disposal to ensure that employers are in compliance with the regulations and standards. Improving plant safety practices protects workers, eliminates fines, helps to maintain company image, and increases worker retention. This fast paced program provides an understanding of the regulations and how to handle an OSHA inspection. Students will receive the OSHA 10 hour safety card from the OSHA office. This course is held at Rock Valley College, but can be brought on site to your facility. Call (815) 921-3905 for more information. ISH 018 RV John Vaughn $219 4/6-4/7 M 8:00 am-5:00 pm 2 Sessions T 8:00 am-Noon RVC Student Ctr Room 1224

(3 Credits) This class familiarizes a student with the purpose of PLC’s and how they operate. Topics of coverage include interfacing input/ output devices, understanding relay ladder logic diagrams, development of programs and troubleshooting. PREREQUISITE: IST 004 or consent of instructor. IST 006 RV Mike Medina $315 2/11-5/13 W 5:30-9:30 pm 12 Sessions Stenstrom Ctr 4151 Samuelson Rd. Room 441 NO CLASS 3/11 & 4/1

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Hydraulics for the Integrated Systems Technology (3 Credits) This class is intended for individuals requiring an under¬standing of hydraulic components and systems. Topics studied include Pascal’s Law, schematic symbols, flow control valves, directional control values, single/double acting cylinders, motors and pumps. No prerequisites. Purchase: Text at RVC bookstore. IST 012 RV John Jamont $315 2/11-5/13 W 5:30-9:30 pm 12 Sessions Stenstrom Ctr 4151 Samuelson Rd. Room 437 NO CLASS 3/11 & 4/1

MANUFACTURING / WORKFORCE TRAINING Continued • MASSAGE THERAPY

Intro to Mechanical Drive Systems (3 Credits) This course acquaints students with the procedures necessary to install and align mechanical assemblies used to transmit power. Students will understand the fundamentals of chain drive systems, spur gear drive systems, belt drive systems and the importance of proper alignment of components utilized in mechanical drive systems. IST 015 RV John Jamont $315 2/11-5/13 W 5:30-9:30 pm 12 Sessions Stenstrom Ctr 4151 Samuelson Rd. Room 437 NO CLASS 3/11 & 4/1

APICS APICS provides certification in Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM). This certification leads to better decision-making skills and enhances the ability to predict outcomes and achieve desired results. This program is designed for people working in the field of materials and operations management or people working in positions that interact with this field who need to learn the basic concepts, techniques, and terminology. These courses will also relate to those in the healthcare profession, small business, or retail operations who work with inventory management. A series of five (5) courses prepares you for CPIM Certification through the APICS organization. You must complete each course and pass each exam successfully to be awarded the CPIM designation. The series consists of Basics of Supply Chain Management, Master Planning of Resources, Detailed Scheduling and Planning, Execution and Control of Operations and Strategic Management of Resources. Courses should be taken in the listed order, beginning with the Basics of Supply Chain Management and ending with Strategic Management of Resources. Note: Purchase required text ($140 per class) optional dictionary (one-time purchase of $30) from instructor at the first class. Payment should be made in cash or by check only. Credit or debit cards cannot be processed. Register by 2/6/14 to avoid additional shipping charges for text/dictionary.

Strategic Management of Resources

Welding Program For more information on the Welding Program, call Mike Merriman at (815) 921-3010.

Welding for Beginners (2.5 Credits) This hands-on course is designed for beginning welders as an introduction to welding and cutting including theory, set up and operation of Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMA W/stick), MIG (wire), TIG (heli-arc), Plasma cutting, Oxyfuel cutting (OFC), equipment and shop safety. (Special safety gear required and may cost up to $200, not included in tuition. List given first day of class.) IST 091 RV Larry Clevenger $325 2/28-5/2 Sa 12:30-5:00 pm 8 Sessions Stenstrom Ctr 4151 Samuelson Rd. Room 436 NO CLASS 3/14 & 4/4

(1.5 Credits) Explore the relationship of existing and emerging processes and technologies to manufacturing strategy and supply chain-related functions. The course addresses three main topics; aligning resources with the strategic plan, configuring and integrating operating processes to support the strategic plan, and implementing change. Topics include competitive market issues, choices affecting facilities, supply chain information technology and organizational design, configuring and integrating internal processes and managing projects. PREREQUISITE: All 4 other classes must be taken before this course. MAT 032 RV Frederick Cosby $199 2/19-5/7 Th 6:00-8:30 pm 9 Sessions RVC Classroom Building II Room 229 NO CLASS 3/12, 4/2 & 4/23

Master Planning of Resources (1.5 Credits) Explore the processes used to develop sales and operation plans, identify and assess internal and external demand and forecasting requirements. The course focuses on the importance of producing achievable master schedules that are consistent with business policies, objectives and resource constraints. Topics include: demand management, sales and operations planning, master scheduling and measuring the business plan. MAT 031 RV Frederick Cosby $199 2/17-5/5 T 6:00-8:30 pm 9 Sessions RVC Classroom Building II Room 225 NO CLASS 3/10 & 3/31

MASSAGE THERAPY Relax, Renew, Revive

NEW! MASSAGE SCHOOL MASSAGE & BODYWORK THERAPY TRAINING PROGRAM! Rock Valley College is excited to announce the return of our Massage Therapy Training Program! And we would like to introduce Bodycraft Wellness & Massage Center LLC who will be offering a 600-hour/12-month training program to people pursuing a career in massage and bodywork therapies. With a strong business edge and a well-rounded curriculum, this program has been designed to offer students a comprehensive education, combining lecture, demonstration, and clinical practice. Students will develop an in-depth understanding of the human body and its interactions, as well as a strong foundation in the areas of anatomy and physiology, applied kinesiology, and pathology. This program involves hands-on learning of both basic Swedish and deep tissue massage techniques. After completing a certain portion of the program, student clinics will be available, which will allow students opportunities to perform Swedish massage on actual clients, under supervision of licensed massage therapists and/or instructors. Program content includes: fundamentals of massage and bodywork therapies, deep tissue massage, anatomy and physiology, kinesiology, business, history and theory of therapeutic massage, communication, wellness, ethics, community outreach, and pathology. Elective modalities related to the field of massage therapy will also be required (*CPR/first aid is mandatory in order to graduate from this program). February 2nd, 2015-January 31st, 2016 Core Program Classes will meet Monday, Tuesday and Wednesdays and times are TBD. Located at Bodycraft Wellness & Massage Center LLC. 461 North Mulford Road, Unit 1, Rockford, Illinois 61107 www.bodycraft-wellness.com Contact (815) 977-4743 or jamie@bodycraft-wellness.com for more information. Upon successful completion of this program, students will receive a certificate from Bodycraft Wellness & Massage Center, LLC. Students then become eligible to take their MBLEX exam. Upon passing the exam, students can then apply for Illinois state license under the Department of Financial and Professional Regulations division. Successful completion does not guarantee employment, but strong support and guidance will be offered. Program Cost: $7510 Electives & supplies priced seperately

Massage Therapy Info Sessions Please join us for an informative overview of the NEW Massage Therapy School at Rock Valley College. OSH 068 RV Jamie Fanara Free 4/1 W 5:00-7:00 pm 1 Session Bodycraft Wellness & Massage Center 461 N. Mulford Rd. OSH 068 RV2 Jamie Fanara Free 5/20 W 5:00-7:00 pm 1 Session Bodycraft Wellness & Massage Center 461 N. Mulford Rd.

MASSAGE THERAPY Continued

CONTINUING EDUCATION FOR MASSAGE THERAPISTS All courses are approved through NCBTMB for massage therapists and some are open to the general public. Please email your current state License to jamie@ bodycraft-wellness.com prior to start of classes. SUSAN KRISCHEL, LMT, MTPT has more than 20 years of experience in massage therapy and bodywork. A student of the American Institute of Massage Therapy, she became certified in prenatal and postpartum massage. In 2001, Susan became certified in Myofascial Release and spent time enhancing her skills at John Barnes’ physical therapy clinic. Most recently she completed a yearlong study with Mary Biancalana and Sharon Sauer, authors of the book Trigger Point Therapy for Low Back Pain. Susan is a certified personal trainer with the American Council on Exercise and is currently studying Applied Functional Science.

NEW! Myofascial Massage (.5 Credit) Working with the deeper layers of muscle and fascia is a skill that every therapist will need at some point in his or her career. In this class we will use a combination of myofascial release, trigger point therapy and muscle energy techniques to treat these important issues. You will learn client positioning and practitioner body mechanics that will help to keep you and your clients healthy and functional. BRING: Two bed pillows, a clean set of sheets for the table, your lunch, and snacks. This is a hands-on class; please dress accordingly. PREREQUISITE: None. 8 CE hours for massage therapists FWS 057 BC Susan Krischel $231 3/7 Sa 9:00 am-6:00 pm 1 Session Bodycraft Wellness & Massage Center 461 N. Mulford Rd.

NEW! Introduction to Myofascial Trigger Point Therapy (.5 Credit) This class will be an overview of trigger point therapy. We will learn how to use the Travell and Simon’s books. Also, we will learn to identify the perpetuating factors that cause pain and ways to correct them, trigger point treatment techniques, client education, and self-care. This will be a prerequisite for future trigger point courses. BRING: Two bed pillows, a clean set of sheets for the table, your lunch, and snacks. This is a hands-on class; please dress accordingly. PREREQUISITE: None. 8 CE hours for massage therapists. FWS 054 BC Susan Krischel $231 5/9 Sa 9:00 am-6:00 pm 1 Session Bodycraft Wellness & Massage Center 461 N. Mulford Rd.

GIFT OF CLASS

Give the gift of “life-long learning”! Our classes make a great gift for all occasions. For more information call (815) 921-3900.

JAMIE FANARA, is the owner of Bodycraft Wellness & Massage Center, LLC and has been a Licensed and Certified Massage and Bodywork Therapist since 2005. She has continued to develop her skills set through continuing education and certification in modalities such as Swedish, Deep Tissue, Sports, Chair, Children, Hot Stone, Prenatal, Esalen, Fijan, Reiki and Craniosacral. Jamie is an NCBTMB Approved Provider # 451792-11.

Ethics and Communication for Bodyworkers (1 Credit) This class satisfies the Ethics CE hour requirement per State of Illinois for massage therapists. PREREQUISITE: None. 2 CE hours for massage therapists. HLT 014 BC Jamie Fanara $45 2/28 Sa 12:15-2:15 pm 1 Session Bodycraft Wellness & Massage Center 461 N. Mulford Rd.

Hot Stone Massage

Fundamentals of Craniosacral Therapy (1 Credit) The foundation of this course is based on the gentle, hands-on method of evaluating and enhancing the function of the physiological body system called the Craniosacral system- comprised of membranes and cerebrospinal fluid that surrounds and protect the brain and spinal cord. Through technique and intention, students will learn to feel the gentle and rhythmic flow of the “cranial wave”. Students will also be able to recognize certain restrictions that a body can hold, and if released, can improve function throughout the entire body. By complementing the body’s natural healing processes, CST is effective for a wide range of medical problems associated with pain and dysfunction. Bring: 2 fitted sheets, 2 flat sheets, 2 pillowcases, & 1 blanket to class. One hour lunch on your own. PREREQUISITE: None. 16 CE hours for massage therapists. FWS 042 BC Jamie Fanara $351 3/20-3/21 FSa 9:00 am-6:00 pm 2 Sessions Bodycraft Wellness & Massage Center 461 N. Mulford Rd.

(1 Credit) Learn how to work muscles by using smooth heated stones in the palms of the massage therapist’s hands, as well as certain size stones placed on various parts on the client’s body. Lecture will include key aspects such as history, technique, supplies needed, appropriate temperatures, and contraindications for Hot Stone Massage. BRING: 2 fitted sheets, 2 flat sheets, 1 blanket, 2 large towels, 4 flannel pillowcases, 6 hand towels, 2 pairs of long tube socks, and oil. PREREQUISITE: LMT or student must have instructor’s permission. 16 CE hours for massage therapists. One hour lunch break on your own. FWS 040 BC Jamie Fanara $351 4/17-4/18 FSa 9:00 am-6:00 pm 2 Sessions Bodycraft Wellness & Massage Center 461 N. Mulford Rd.

The Art of Prenatal Massage

Melissa Paluzzi, LMT, is teaching this innovative workshop created by Kelly Lott designed specifically for massage therapists, body workers and spa practitioners who want to offer their clients an alternative and dramatic relief treatment for all kinds of headaches. Melissa is an NCBTMB Approved Provider #410265-00.

Migraine Miracle® Cold Stone Therapy

Facial Toning (.5 Credit) Students will learn a one-hour (2 treatments) and a 30-minute hydrotherapy face toning massage treatment while sitting down. The full day is devoted to learning, practicing and receiving a sequential series of massage strokes that affects the facial muscles and neck. Warm moist towels are also included. Students will receive extensive how-to handouts, 12 facial towels, and sample supplies. This treatment has changed the entire practice of many tired hands and stressed out massage therapists! Full size facial massage products and supplies will be available for purchase at a student discount rate. BRING: 2 sets of sheets, 3 bath towels, 2 hand towels, 1 medium size metal bowl, 1 blanket, and 1 hefty trash bag for used towels and sheets. Please do not wear base makeup or perfume/cologne. Prerequisite: 7 CE hours for massage therapists. HLT 060 BC Melissa Paluzzi $151 2/21 Sa 9:00 am-5:00 pm 1 Session Bodycraft Wellness & Massage Center 461 N. Mulford Rd.

(1 Credit) Learn how to work muscles during pregnancy, labor, as well as postpartum. This class integrates the general massage therapy knowledge and continues it for the prenatal client. Information about conception, pregnancy, prenatal massage, labor, massage, postpartum, and some general infant massage information will be included. Lecture will include anatomy physiology, diseases of pregnancy, discomforts, stretches, contraindications, aromatherapy, and some baby massage. Bring: 2 fitted sheets, 4 flat sheets, 4 pillows, 8 pillowcases, 2 large towels, and non-scented oil to the first class. One hour lunch on your own. PREREQUISITE: LMT or student must have instructor’s permission. 16 CE hours for massage therapists. FWS 044 BC Jamie Fanara $351 5/29-5/30 FSa 9:00 am-6:00 pm 2 Sessions Bodycraft Wellness & Massage Center 461 N. Mulford Rd.

50 million people a year suffer from headaches and an increasing number want a more natural yet powerful way to get relief. The heart of the Migraine Miracle® is the fusion of custom designed cold marble stones that contour along key headache sites comfortably to decrease the pressure of dilated blood vessels, essential oils with combinations developed specifically to counteract the top four headache causes and headache point release techniques. This treatment is a harmonious therapeutic approach for all kinds of headache pain. Workshop includes a lecture on migraines and hands on practice. Tuition includes how-to handouts, two spa foot towels and certificate of attendance. Marble stones, specialized aromatherapy and instructional DVD will be available for purchase at a student discount rate. BRING: 1 set of sheets, 2 bath towels, 1 hand towel, 2 washcloths (dark color preferred), 1 blanket (per table), 1 trash bag for used sheets and towels, and a medium size metal bowl. Please do not wear perfume, perfumed body lotion, cologne or base makeup. Prerequisite: None. 6 CE hours for massage therapists. HLT 015 BC Melissa Paluzzi LMT $146 5/16 Sa 9:00 am-4:00 pm 1 Session Bodycraft Wellness & Massage Center 461 N. Mulford Rd.

Questions? Call (815) 921-3900 SHARYN GOODER is the founder of Stateline Reiki and a nationally trained Traditional Usui and Karuna Reiki Master Teacher through the International Center for Reiki Training (ICRT). Sharyn has been teaching a variety of classes in this discipline since 2002 and is a CEU provider for the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB). For additional information visit Sharyn’s website at www.StatelineReiki.com.

MASSAGE THERAPY Continued

Reiki Level I (.5 Credit) Reiki Level l offers 8 CEU’s with the NCBTMB. Reiki is an energy work modality which has captured the attention of allopathic medicine, complementary healthcare, and consumers worldwide. An ancient, hands-on healing technique, Reiki is capable of deeply stimulating the relaxation response, and holistically supporting the body in its own innate power to self-correct and restore health and well-being. This training places you in the center of the growing spotlight of public and professional interest in Reiki and empowers you with the tools and techniques necessary to be more versatile in successfully addressing client concerns. Reiki is also one of the few energy work modalities which includes a self-healing protocol, providing you with a rejuvenating practice of self-care. Certificate of Completion for Usui Reiki I as a Reiki level I Practitioner. Half hour lunch on your own. PREREQUISITE: None. 8 CE hours. HLT 022 BC Sharyn Gooder $176 3/27 F 9:00 am-5:30 pm 1 Session Bodycraft Wellness & Massage Center 461 N. Mulford Rd.

CHUCK LaFRANO graduated from CSMT in May of 1987, He headed the massage department at the Heartland Health & Fitness Retreat in Gilman, IL for 2½ years. He ran the massage team for the Chicago Bears for 7 seasons, ‘91-’97. He taught at WMTI for 20 years, and has had his own CE school for 8 years. His article “Scar Tissue Massage” was published in the May/June 2001 issue of Massage magazine. www.lafranomassagedynamics.com. Chuck is an NCBTMB Approved Provider #344.

NEW! Floating Joint Technique

Self-Care for Massage Therapists

All joints are normally under compression from muscle tone. Joints can be put in temporary traction by pulling on them. There is a fine space where a joint is between the two – no compression nor traction forces. Here the joint is ‘floating’, and powerful self-correcting responses can readily be elicited from the clients’ homeostatic reflexes. In this class you will learn to feel that ‘floating’ moment, and explore how it can be used. This is a very subtle technique that has virtually no contraindications. Floating Joint has been applied with long-lasting effectiveness to any autoimmune disorder such as rheumatoid arthritis or fibromyalgia, and has proven very effective with whiplash from automobile accidents and severe falls. BRING: Bottom sheet, face cradle cover. DRESS: in comfy clothing: shorts, yoga pants, sweats, t-shirts, tanks. NO JEANS! 7 CE hours for massage therapists. HLT 061 BC Chuck LaFrano $211 5/8 F 9:00 am-5:00 pm 1 Session Bodycraft Wellness & Massage Center 461 N. Mulford Rd.

Chuck is 61 years old and has been a full-time massage therapist for 27 years. He has developed a system of self-care and body mechanics that allow practitioners to function as aggressive structural bodyworkers’ for their entire lives. The human body is as young as its joints move and as old as they don’t. Based on proprioceptive neuro-reflex principles blended with stretch band work and Mentastics-style movement, this system is easy to perform and remember. Similarly, the body mechanics component is easy to incorporate. Improve your flexibility and strength, and the length of your career with this essential course. BRING: bottom sheet, face cradle cover. DRESS: Comfortable clothing - shorts, yoga pants, sweats, t-shirts, tanks. NO JEANS! PREREQUISITE: None. 4 CE hours for massage therapists. FWS 060 BC Chuck LaFrano $121 4/10 F 9:00 am-1:00 pm 1 Session Bodycraft Wellness & Massage Center 461 N. Mulford Rd

NEW! Advanced Tensegrity Techniques

Inefficient healing of scar tissue after surgery or injury can seriously affect quality of life and increase health costs. The ability to influence the scar tissue matrix’ organization is key to achieving maximum range of motion and muscle function. This class will provide participants with an overview of Scar Tissue massage techniques and practices. Lectures will focus on the connective tissue processes of wound healing, both post-surgery and post–injury, including the energy dynamics of scar tissue remodeling. The hands-on portion will consist of demonstrations of various scar tissue massage techniques performed on a variety of scar tissue conditions and restrictions. The demonstrations are followed by participants’ active massage work on scar tissue situations, with instructor assistance and guidance. BRING: bottom sheet, face cradle cover. DRESS: Comfortable clothing - shorts, yoga pants, sweats, t-shirts, tanks. NO JEANS! PREREQUISITE: None. 7 CE hours for massage therapists. *Volunteers are needed for this class. Please ask clients, friends, and/or family that suffer from scar tissue to be a part of this amazing class. FWS 062 BC Chuck LaFrano $211 5/15 F 9:00 am-5:00 pm 1 Session Bodycraft Wellness & Massage Center 461 N. Mulford Rd.

Problematic patterns in the body ‘play out’ in its tensegrity-organized forces. Chronic patterns involve the entire body while at the same time having local phenomena. While every body is organized uniquely, there are commonalities to these forces based on the principles of a tensegrity-based structure. In this class the commonalities are discussed, and a theoretical basis is presented for organizing effective work quickly and efficiently. The tensegrity principles are combined with the concept that it is possible to work deeply into tissue layers without having to apply heavy pressure. From this perspective you will learn how to work clients’ bodies from the inside out, and how to work around structures. When these are combined with the classic working into tissues, the body becomes ‘transparent’ to the practitioner in terms of pressure. How deep bodywork is done becomes a function of movement directing pressure into tissue rather than pressure on tissue. Perspective on the practitioner’s part becomes more three-dimensional relative to the client’s tissue structures compared to deep work that relies primarily on pressure. All structural, and many non- structural, technique approaches can function within this tensegrity framework. BRING: Bottom sheet, face cradle cover. Dress: Comfy clothing: shorts, yoga pants, sweats, t-shirts, tanks. NO JEANS! PREREQUISITE: None. 7 CE hours for massage therapists. HLT 061 BC2 Chuck LaFrano $211 5/1 F 9:00 am -5:00 pm 1 Session Bodycraft Wellness & Massage Center 461 N. Mulford Rd.

Scar Tissue Massage

Christyn Rittenhouse holds a BA in Psychology with a minor in Sociology from Northern Illinois University. She is a 1999 graduate of the Chicago School of Massage Therapy and has been practicing esthetics since 1997. She has a diverse background in several massage modalities including Fijian Massage, Thai, Ashiatsu, neuro-muscular therapy, massagecupping, acupressure, sports and qigong. She has been teaching Fijian (barefoot) massage since 2005 with premission founder, Lolita Knight. Christyn is an NCBTMB Approved Provider #307802-00.

NEW! Fijian Specific: Lower Body The focus of this class is on lower body – hips, legs, and feet to address pain and problems associated with the structure and posture of the lower body. You will learn pin and stretch techniques, Fijian techniques that will address these specific areas, stretches, and how to talk to your client about how their posture contributes to their pain and how to change that. Get results fast with this more focused routine. A therapist that can help relieve pain is a busy therapist. BRING: 4 full size pillows, face cradle, face cradle covers, 2 flat sheets, 2 hand towels, blanket, foot sanitizer, socks, and slippers. Please be sure to wear loose fitting clothing, and make sure feet are well groomed. PREREQUISITE: Minimum of 2 years general experience or Fijian (traditional) Massage class. 6 CE for massage therapists. FWS 037 BC Christyn Rittenhouse $131 5/2 Sa 9:00 am-3:00 pm 1 Session Bodycraft Wellness & Massage Center 461 N. Mulford Rd.

Traditional Fijian Massage (1 Credit) In this class students will learn (traditional-dry) Fijian Massage by both giving and receiving. Fijian Massage is a moderate to very deep compression and friction massage using body weight, leverage, and gravity for deep tissue connection, which causes a very quick endorphin release. No walking on the client is EVER done; two footed techniques are only giving while the therapist is sitting down. Techniques will be taught prone, supine, and side lying on the following body parts: back, gluts, legs, feet, hands, arms, abdomen, chest, shoulders and neck. In this class all techniques are done through clothing (but can be done with client draped, on dry skin). BRING: 4 full size pillows, face cradle, face cradle covers, 2 flat sheets, 2 hand towels, blanket, foot sanitizer, socks, and slippers. Please be sure to wear loose fitting clothing, and make sure feet are well groomed. PREREQUISITE: LMT or student must have some massage experience. 16 CE hours for massage therapist. FWS 038 BC Christyn Rittenhouse $351 4/24-4/25 FSa 9:00 am-6:00 pm 2 Sessions Bodycraft Wellness & Massage Center 461 N. Mulford Rd.

Foot Ritual For thousands of years various cultures (Egyptian, Polynesian, Chinese...) have used foot massage and foot rituals. Adding new treatments into any massage room will increase the variety and quality of offerings. In this class you will prepare a warm foot soak with herbs, salts, and oils; experience a light and relaxing upper body aromatherapy and grounding massage; perform foot exfoliation and includes foot and lower leg massage. PREREQUISITE: None. 3 CE for massage therapists. FWS 021 BC Christyn Rittenhouse $81 2/28 Sa 9:00 am-Noon 1 Session Bodycraft Wellness & Massage Center 461 N. Mulford Rd.

MASSAGE THERAPY Continued • PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

PATRICIA HALVERSON’S spiritual healing journey from a brush with cancer in 2003 has enlightened her to pursue wholeness. She has discovered illuminating insights and powerful tools to assist her and others to choose to live an extraordinary life. As a Personal Growth Consultant, she is certified in Breath Therapy and has diverse, holistic trainings in herbal medicine, essential oils therapies, spiritual development and body-mind emotional release energy therapies. She frequently offers classes, workshops and retreats to those interested in making transformative changes in their life; body, mind and spirit. She offers private consulting in personal development and evolutionary wholeness by appointment.

NEW! Raindrop Technique (.5 Credit) Raindrop Technique is a sequence of anointing with oils and lying on of hands that brings structural and electrical alignment to the body in a relaxing and invigorating manner through the power of therapeutic essential oils. Raindrop is a unique holistic method that helps restore balance to the body. This sacred and incredibly therapeutic delivery of essential oils is focused on primary parts of the body; the spine, back and feet. Procedure includes using Vita Flex, anointing (sacred ceremony) and special techniques to help the body release, rejuvenate, relax and detox. The oils stimulate (wake up) the body’s natural rebalancing response as they connect with the body’s innate intelligence. All body systems are affected, boosting immune levels, synergy within and better health throughout. All levels of the body; physical, mental, emotional and spiritual, are encouraged to rebalance and align with the body’s original blueprint of wellbeing. The client experiences a biochemical shift on all levels that provides a pleasant, relaxing and invigorating experience. BRING: Bath and hand towels, robe, socks, sheet sets, light blanket, pendulum, (oils), and small pillow. Must purchase oils and/ or raindrop kit prior to class. This is separate from cost of class. Please contact Jamie for alternative solutions. PREREQUISITE: None. 8 CE hours for massage therapist. HLT 063 BC Patricia Halverson $231 4/11 Sa 9:00 am - 6:00 pm 1 Session Bodycraft Wellness & Massage Center 461 N. Mulford Rd.

NEW! Body/Mind Connection Your body responds to the way you think, feel and act. This is the “mind/body connection.” This class emphasizes the sacred ways to release stress and negative emotions by using regular, mindful breathing. Some benefits include the calming and energizing of the body and it can even help with stress-related health problems ranging from panic attacks, insomnia and digestive disorders. Using various styles of breathing deepens our awareness of the stress we hold and relaxes the body. This class will provide breathing techniques for powerful meditation, breath awareness and relaxation methods. During this class, we will experience first-hand the healthy ways to cope with stress by using the breath to release stressful thoughts, feelings and behaviors. We can then create a relaxing, empowering sense of confidence and peace. Utilizing and practicing our breathing patterns increases energy, frees our expression and gives a greater sense of inner connectedness and wellbeing. “Breath is the key to the mystery of life – to that of the body as well as that of the Spirit.” BRING: Something to sit on and wear comfortable clothes. PREREQUISITE: None. 4 CE hours for massage therapist. HLT 015 BC2 Patricia Halverson $121 3/28 Sa 9:00 am -1:00 pm 1 Session Bodycraft Wellness & Massage Center 461 N. Mulford Rd.

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT Dream, Discover, Develop

CHERI THOMPSON is an author, entrepreneur and life coach dedicated to helping others discover their purpose and pursue it with passion. She is the President of eTrainers.org, a Learning and Development company providing web-based training and instructional design services. She’s a graduate of DePaul University and is certified as a Coach, Trainer and Speaker with John Maxwell and The American Association of Christian Counseling (AACC). She resides in Illinois and enjoys learning, writing and traveling.

The 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth John C. Maxwell says in order to reach your potential; you must be intentional about personal growth. This course helps you understand how personal growth really works and how you can develop yourself to become a more effective and fulfilled individual. You will learn how to build up your sense of purpose and become more successful in every area of your life. Purchase: Text at RVC Bookstore. SPC 015 RV12 Cheri Thompson $150 2/19-4/23 Th 6:00- 8:00 pm 8 Sessions RVC Classroom Bldg II Room 221B NO CLASS 3/13 & 4/3

KATHE MUNDINGER has been an instructor at Rock Valley College, Continuing Education department for 15 years and teaches beginning computer skills through the Microsoft Office programs. She also provides corporate computer training for the Business and Professional Institute (BPI) at RVC. In the last 5 years, she has started teaching Job Readiness classes for BPI and the Winnebago County Probation Department at Eigerlab. The purpose of this class is to provide students with the tools to craft a professional resume and successfully interview for a job. Kathe facilitates an informative and enjoyable learning environment.

Operation Possible: Job Seekers Bootcamp (1.5 Credits) This course will provide you with the skills needed to seek a career. Learn how to prepare your cover letter, resume and be prepared for interviews. You’ll learn skills to be able to answer the questions asked during the interviewing process. Course goes on to include a basic financial discussion for the newly employed and appropriate work place behaviors. BUS 075 BLL Kathe Mundinger $159 5/11-5/22 MTWThF 1:00-3:45 pm 10 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 005

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Workshop: Discover Your Strengths (Age 18-Adult) Everybody has unique strengths; their own personal combination of talents, knowledge, and skills. Decades of research by the Gallup Organization have uncovered 34 key strengths that exist at some level within everyone. Based on the best-selling books Now, Discover Your Strengths and StrengthsFinder 2.0, this course will focus on discovering each person’s “signature strengths,” as well as the practical application of these strengths in their personal and professional lives. Each student will also receive a complimentary 60 minute coaching session. Perfect for job-finders and career-changers. Required StrengthsFinder Online Assessment Tool, additional $10 fee. SPC 015 RV9 Robert Walker $37 2/24-3/3 T 6:30-8:30 pm 2 Sessions RVC Classroom Building II Room 220B

Workshop: The Happiness Advantage (Adult) Our most commonly held formula for success is broken! Conventional wisdom holds that if we work hard we will be more successful, and if we are more successful, then we’ll be happy. The ground-breaking bestseller, The Happiness Advantage by Shawn Achor turns this stereotype on its head. Based on decades of research (and the most popular class at Harvard!) this Positive Psychology course will examine why happiness fuels success and not the other way around. We will also isolate seven practical, actionable principles showing how to capitalize on The Happiness Advantage to improve performance and maximize potential. SPC 015 RV8 Robert Walker $27 2/17 T 6:30-8:30 pm 1 Session RVC Classroom Building II Room 220B

Workshop: The Power of Habit (Adult) People succeed when they identify the patterns that shape their lives—and learn how to change them. The key to exercising regularly, losing weight, being more productive and achieving success is found by understanding how habits work. In The Power of Habit, award-winning business reporter Charles Duhigg presents a whole new understanding of human nature and its potential. Based on the New York Times bestseller, this course will focus on cutting-edge research on how habits are formed and how they can be modified and changed. By harnessing this new science, we can transform our businesses, our communities, and our lives. SPC 015 RV7 Robert Walker $27 2/10 T 6:30-8:30 pm 1 Session RVC Classroom Building II Room 220B

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT Continued • SUSTAINABILITY “GREEN” TECHNOLOGIES

SUSTAINABILITY “GREEN” TECHNOLOGIES Understand, Save, Transition

Energy Independence Through Wind Power

Energy Independence Through Solar Electricity

Have you ever wondered if you could save money on electricity by installing a small wind generator at your home? Learn what wind energy is, how it works and what it can do for you. We will discuss components of wind generators, tower height, and how to choose a site for the tower, as well as current legislation and zoning of wind towers. Bring: One of your electric bills, a note pad, and a calculator to determine the savings on a typical month’s performance of a wind tower versus your current source of electricity. OSH 028 RV Dr. Robert Vogl, PhD $39 2/17 T 6:00-8:00 pm 1 Session RVC Student Center Room 1222

Due to the growing demand for clean sources of energy, the use of solar cells to convert sunlight into electricity has expanded dramatically in recent years. Come learn the basics of Photovoltaic’s (PV) also known as solar energy, as Dr. Vogel explains what it is, how it works and the advantages of a solar system. The cost of installation of PV system as well as sources of financial assistance will also be discussed. If you are thinking about using the sun’s energy as a source of electricity in your home, this class is a great place to get started. OSH 030 RV Dr. Robert Vogl, PhD $39 3/3 T 6:00-8:00 pm 1 Session RVC Student Center Room 1222

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Workshop: Emotional Intelligence 2.0 (Adult) In today’s fast-paced world of competitive workplaces and turbulent economic conditions, each of us is searching for effective tools that can help us to manage, adapt, and strike out ahead of the pack. With proven strategies from a decadelong effort to accurately measure and increase emotional intelligence, Emotional Intelligence 2.0 delivers a step-by-step program for increasing your EQ. Based on TalentSmart’s revolutionary program, this course will help you identify your EQ skills, build these skills into strengths, and enjoy consistent performance in the pursuit of important life objectives. Each student will also receive a complimentary 60 minute coaching session. Cost includes the price of the book/test. SPC 015 RV10 Robert Walker $47 4/14-4/21 T 6:30-8:30 pm 2 Sessions RVC Classroom Building II Room 220B

For more information or to request customized training curriculums contact: Mark Sandoval at (815) 921-2076 or M.Sandoval@RockValleyCollege.edu.

GED / ESL

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Daytime and evening classes • Career and college advising services available • Must be 17 or older, not enrolled in High School

Wherever you live or work, one of our GED and ESL class locations is sure to be convenient for you. Please note, not all locations are available for all skill levels. • • Rock Valley College English and Spanish GED classes and ESL classes 3301 N. Mulford Rd., Rockford

• Harlem High School English GED classes 9th Grade Campus, 1102 Evans Ave., Machesney Park

• Rock Valley College Learning & Opportunity Center English GED classes, 303 N. Main St., Rockford

• La Voz Latina English and Spanish GED classes and ESL classes, 730 N. Church St., Rockford

• Rock Valley College Stenstrom Center English and Spanish GED classes and ESL classes 4151 Samuelson Rd., Rockford • Banner of Truth International/ Joyner Neighborhood Resource Center English GED classes, 1401 W. State St., Rockford • Belvidere High School ESL classes, 1500 East Ave., Belvidere • Belvidere North High School English and Spanish GED classes, 9393 Beloit Rd., Belvidere • Blackhawk Courts English GED classes and ESL classes 338 15th Ave., Rockford • Crusader Community Health ESL classes, 1100 Broadway, Rockford • Crusader Community Health-West State English GED classes, 1200 W. State St., Rockford

• Northwest Community Center English GED classes, 1325 N. Johnston Ave., Rockford • Our Savior’s Lutheran Church ESL classes, 3300 Rural St., Rockford • Rockford Public Library Nordlof Center ESL classes, 118 N. Main St., Rockford • St. Elizabeth’s Center ESL classes, 1536 S. Main St., Rockford • Washington Park Community Center English GED classes, 3617 Delaware St., Rockford

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CLR • EXPLORE RVC

The Center for Learning in Retirement In addition to all of the wonderful classes you see listed on the pages of this brochure, Rock Valley College also offers a wide variety of classes and activities for people aged 50+ through our Center for Learning in Retirement. The Center offers a great opportunity to participate in interesting and informative classes, bus trips, social events, a fitness program, special interest groups, volunteer opportunities, and much more! CLR is an affiliate of the Road Scholar Institute Network and has over 2,000 members who enjoy a wide variety of lifelong learning opportunities.

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A yearly membership fee of $25* entitles you to: • Register for spring, summer or fall courses • The Center’s newsletter, published four times a year • Join a special interest group • Register for trips and social events– at a discounted member rate • Register for the Golden Eagles Fitness Program–exercise designed for Center members • Opportunities to serve on one or more of the planning committees *Scholarships are available for those with financial need (inquiries are confidential). Accommodations for disabilities are available.

RVC ALUMNI • BUCKET LIST TRIPS

RVC AlumniShare your story Rock Valley College has served as a foundation for countless careers and life success stories, and we’d like to hear how RVC helped you on your life path. As we approach the 50th anniversary of the founding of Rock Valley College, we invite you to contact Brittany at B.Freiberg@RockValleyCollege.edu or (815) 921-4502 to request your complimentary alumni window cling or to share your story about the impact of RVC on your life. Connect on Facebook at Facebook.com/RVCAlumni

BUCKET LIST TRIPS

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Botswana Safari November 2015 Preview Night: Thurs., Feb. 19, 4-5pm

Alaska June 2015 Preview Night: Wed., Feb. 12, 4-5 pm Alaska is the Final Frontier, and this tour gets you to more remote regions than any other. Diverse landscapes and wildlife surround you on every turn, and the splendor of Alaska comes alive! Highlights include Kenai Fjords National Park, whales, glaciers, a ride in First Class on the famous Alaska Railroad, the historic Kennicott Copper Mine, flightseeing through the Alaska Range, and the stunning scenery of Denali. This trip has it all! Optional fishing and bear viewing excursion to Kodiak for the most adventurous. Come to our preview night to get details of this exciting adventure!

Discover the life-filled green season of Botswana, in prime areas where few people travel. Begin at the “Petrified” river valley of Deception Valley in the Central Kalahari Game Reserve at its most productive, we then move to the fertile green islands of the Okavango Delta, then on to the wildlife-rich Linyanti and Chobe, before a grand finale of the incredible Victoria Falls.

Kenya & Tanzania SAFARI May 2015 Preview Night: Thurs., Jan 29, 4-5pm Join us to learn about this 10 day adventure to the heart of Africa. Mt. Kilmanjaro is the backdrop of our Kenya expedition, and we then travel to the heart of the Great Migration in the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania. Other highlights include the famous Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire National Park. If seeing the natural splendor of raw Africa is appealing, then this safari is for you!

India October 2015 Preview Night: Thurs., Feb. 26, 4-5pm India has one of the most unique and diverse populations in the world, and this tour gets you to the most spectacular venues in the country. We begin in Delhi, and will also visit Jaipur, the Royal City of Fatepur Sikri, and the Ranthambhore Wildlife Sanctuary to view the tigers. We will stroll the main street of old Delhi, visit the oldest and busiest market in the world, and the largest temple complex on earth. Stunning hilltop forts and glorious palaces illustrate the rich, royal past. Join us in February for this unique preview. PHOTOS BY GARY GULLETT, ADVENTURE SAFARI NETWORK

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College Closure: To access real-time information regarding weather-related closings or campus emergencies, you may call (815) 921-6397 or visit the RVC website home page at RockValleyCollege.edu. Campus Security Report: This report includes statis-

tics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by the College; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security, such as alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. the complete report is available at RockValleyCollege.edu/PublicSafety. You may also request a paper copy of this report by contacting the Public Safety Department, (815) 921-4357, in the Support Services Building.

Notice of Directory Information: Rock Valley

College has identified the following information as “Directory Information” that may be disclosed by Rock Valley College for any purpose at its discretion: student’s name, date and place of birth, height and weight of athletic participants, and degrees received. Currently enrolled students may withhold disclosure by submitting a written request to the Registrar, second floor, Student Center, prior to the tenth day of classes. Rock Valley College assumes that failure on the part of any student to specifically request the withholding of “Directory Information” indicates approval of disclosure. Failure to read this announcement does not excuse students from the rules and procedures described herein. Personal factors, illness, or contradictory advice from any source are not acceptable grounds for seeking exemptions from these rules and procedures.

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REGISTRATION

REGISTRATION FORM COMMUNITY AND CONTINUING EDUCATION 3 WAYS TO REGISTER YOU MUST ANSWER ALL SECTIONS OF THIS FORM. Please print or type. TERM BEGINNING:

ETHNIC ORIGIN:

Year: ______________ 1  Summer 3  Fall 6  Spring

GENDER:  Male

 Female

ADMISSION STATUS:  First Time at RVC  Readmitted  Transfer to RVC

Are you Hispanic or Latino? (OR are you of Spanish origin?)  Yes, Hispanic or Latino  Not Hispanic/Latino, but Spanish origin Are you from one or more of the following racial groups? (Select all that apply)  American Indian or Alaska Native  Asian  Black or African American  Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander  White/Caucasian  Choose Not to Respond

SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER:

Please identify your primary racial/ethnic group. (Select one)  American Indian or Alaska Native  Asian  Black or African American  Hispanic or Latino  Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander  White/Caucasian  Choose Not to Respond

ADDRESS:

MIDDLE INITIAL:

FIRST:

ENROLLMENT REASON:  Improve skills for my present job  Prepare for a future job  Personal interest/self development not career oriented

DATE OF BIRTH:

(OPTIONAL)

LAST:

1  Complete one or several courses 2  Complete a certificate 3  Complete an Associate degree

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Send registration form and payment to:

STUDENT ID NUMBER:

FULL LEGAL NAME:

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ACADEMIC GOAL:

MONTH

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YEAR

PREVIOUS/ MAIDEN NAME:

Records and Registration Rock Valley College 3301 N. Mulford Rd. Rockford, IL 61114-5699 Allow three days for delivery.

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NUMBER & STREET:

STATE:

In Person

CITY:

ZIP:

COUNTY:

Bring registration form and payment to:

COUNTRY:

TELEPHONE: HOME:

CELL:

EMAIL:

U.S. Citizen?  Yes  No  Permanent Resident  Are you in the U.S.A. on a Visa-Non Resident Alien?  Not in the U.S.A. on a Visa If not, what is your status?  Yes, in United States on a Visa >>> Provide Home Country of Origin __________________________________________________________________________________ Expiration date __________ (submit  Permanent Resident (green card)  I-20 (F-1 Visa) applicant  Visa and type ________________________ Other _____________________________________ photocopy of your documentation to prove status marked.)

High School attended: __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ CITY: __________________________________________________ STATE: _________ High School graduation date: ___________________________________________________________________________________________ G.E.D. test date: __________________________________________________________________________________ Colleges attended:_________________________________________________________________________

DATE:

______________________________ CITY: ____________________________________________

STATE:

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DEGREE EARNED:

____________

Colleges attended:_________________________________________________________________________

DATE:

______________________________ CITY: ____________________________________________

STATE:

________

DEGREE EARNED:

____________

HIGHEST DEGREE EARNED:  Less than high school diploma/GED  Finished GED (year ____________)  Successfully passed at least one college course

 Bachelor’s degree  First professional degree  Current high school student

 High school graduate  Certificate  Master’s degree

 Associate degree  Doctoral degree

If you don’t live in RVC District 511, name of the local community college in your district ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Have you attended RVC previously?  Yes  No Did either of your parents earn a bachelor’s degree or higher?  Yes  No

MAIL REGISTRATION AND CHECK TO:

Records and Registration Rock Valley College 3301 North Mulford Road Rockford, IL 61114-5699

Are you a veteran of active military duty?  Yes  No

Course Code 1 Sample: ART 818 RV

Tuition and Fees

Course Title

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$81.00

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Payment Info ou must make payment when you Y register. Registrations without payment WILL NOT be processed. • Payment options: - Checks made payable to “Rock Valley College” - Master Card, Visa, Discover, American Express and Debit Cards A non-refundable service fee ($1.75 per e-check, 2.5% of total credit card transaction) will be added to your transaction upon registration completion. Fees are subject to change. • Allow three days when mailing payment and please include Student ID# on your check

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* A non-refundable service fee ($1.75 per e-check, 2.5% of total credit card transaction) will be added to your transaction upon registration completion. Fees are subject to change. No registrations or payments will be taken over the phone.

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