Fall 2018 Continuing Education Booklet

FALL 2018 CONTINUING EDUCATION Health & Wellness | Manufacturing & Transportation Business & Computers | College & Career Readiness Construction Trades | Public Safety | Professional Training Courses Human Resource Development | Personal Enrichment | Small Business

Is there something you’ve always wanted to learn?

Perhaps a new language or how to repair a small engine?

Brush up on skills that will make you a better employee, such as being informed about the latest computers, gadgets, and software? Is there a hobby that interests you but you’ve never taken the time to explore it?

If you answered YES to any of these questions, then Davidson County Community College has a course or program of courses for you.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

General Information...........................................................................4 Health & Wellness................................................................................6 Manufacturing & Transportation......................................................8 Business & Computers........................................................................9 College & Career Readiness.............................................................12 Construction Trades..........................................................................14 Public Safety......................................................................................16 Professional Training Courses.........................................................18 Human Resource Development.......................................................20 Personal Enrichment........................................................................22 Small Business Center......................................................................23

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GENERAL INFORMATION

Continuing Education Course Locations Davidson Campus 297 DCC Road, Thomasville, NC 27360 Davie Campus 1205 Salisbury Road, Mocksville, NC 27028 Davie Education Center 120 Kinderton Boulevard, Suite 110 Bermuda Run, NC 27006 Goodwill Career Connections 719 West Center Street, Lexington, NC 27292 Thomasville Education Center 305 Randolph Street, Thomasville, NC 27360 Uptown Education Center 20 East First Street, Lexington, NC 27292

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How do I register for a Continuing Education course?

There are several available options for registration: – Online at DavidsonCCC.edu/ce-registration – By phone at 336-224-4545 (Davidson) or 336-751-2885 (Davie) – By mail at DCCC Registration, PO Box 1287, Lexington, NC 27293 – By fax at 336-249-0379, Attention: DCCC Registration

How much do courses cost?

The cost for each course varies and is listed with each course description. However, prices are subject to change. Visit DavidsonCCC.edu/ce for updated information.

What if my course is cancelled?

Insufficient enrollment may force a course to be cancelled or postponed. Please note that fees are not transferable to another course once the course has started.

What is the DCCC refund policy for Continuing Education courses?

A full refund of tuition and fees is granted when the student officially withdraws from a course prior to the first course meeting or when the course is cancelled by the College. Except for Self-Supporting and Contact Hour courses (see below), a student who officially withdraws from a course prior to the 10% date of the course will receive a 75% tuition refund, but fees will not be refunded. No refunds are granted for students who withdraw after the 10% date.

Continuing Education Self-Supporting Courses are those courses that rely on fee payments from students enrolled in the course for support of the instructional salaries, supplies, and administrative overhead costs. Since these courses are taught only when a sufficient number of individuals register and pay for the course, no refunds will be granted after the course has begun.

Continuing Education Contact Hour Courses are those courses that have openentry/open-exit dates and times. These courses may be offered in learning laboratories or may be self-paced in that the individual progresses at his/her own pace. An individual who officially withdraws from a Contact Hour Course within 10 calendar days after first entering the course will receive a 75% tuition refund but no fees will be refunded. No refunds are granted after this time.

Visit DavidsonCCC.edu/ce-registration for full details on registering for courses.

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FALL 2018 OFFERINGS HEALTH & WELLNESS Community CPR/AED/First Aid

Dates Offered: Based on community need Location: Varies Cost: $20.00–40.00 This Emergency Care and Safety Institute CPR and First Aid course teaches the student to recognize the signs and symptoms of heart attacks, strokes, and how to perform CPR for adults, infants, and children, and the use of an AED. Course Requirements: Visit DavidsonCCC.edu/cpraedfirst-aid to learn more.

Contact: Samuel Olshinski, Samuel_Olshinski@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-224-4809

Medical Terminology for Interpreters

Date Offered: August 20 Location: Offered Online Cost: $165.00 This course is an introduction to the study of medical words and terms in both English and Spanish. Emphasis is placed on spelling and defining commonly used prefixes, suffixes, root words, their combining forms, and body organization. Program content covers the basic human anatomy and physiology for all systems, laboratory medicine, pharmacology, elements of medical terms and names of major diseases, including terms used in physical exams, operative procedures and diagnosis.

Course Requirements: Must score 60 or greater on the Spanish Language Assessment, have a GED/High School Diploma, and be at the appropriate reading level.

Contact: Diane Hedgecock, Diane_Hedgecock@DavidsonCCC.edu

Medication Aide

Dates Offered: August 7, September 4, October 2, October 30, or November 27 Location: DCCC Main Campus Cost: $80.00 This course is designed to meet the training requirements for becoming qualified to be a Medication Aide. The course will cover the six rights of medication administration for non-licensed personnel. Topics will include medication administration via the oral, topical and instillation routes, medical asepsis, hand hygiene, terminology, and legal implications. Upon completion, students also listed on the Nurse Aide Registry as an NAI should be able to take the competency exam and demonstrate skills necessary to qualify for listing on the North Carolina Medication Aide Registry.

Course Requirements: Must be listed on the CNA Registry.

Contact: Diane Hedgecock, Diane_Hedgecock@DavidsonCCC.edu

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Nursing Assistant I

Dates Offered at DCCC Main Campus: August 6 or September 17 Date Offered at Davie Campus: August 27 Cost: $230.35 Nursing Assistant training is an extensive state approved course that includes instruction in both classroom theory and supervised clinical experience. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be eligible to register to take North Carolina’s state skills/written competency evaluation through PearsonVue. Conviction of certain crimes under the law may prevent a student from obtaining clinical training and/or employment. Students must be 17 years of age on the first day of class.

Course Requirements: Must score 57 or higher on the Accuplacer reading exam.

Contact: Diane Hedgecock, Diane_Hedgecock@DavidsonCCC.edu

Phlebotomy

Date Offered: August 20 Location: DCCC Main Campus Cost: $194.25 This course prepares individuals to obtain blood and other specimens for the purpose of laboratory analysis. Course work includes proper specimen collection and handling, communication skills, and maintaining patient data. Graduates may qualify for employment in hospitals, clinics, physicians’ offices, and other health care settings and may be eligible for national certification through the American Society for Clinical Pathology as phlebotomy technicians.

Course Requirements: Must score 7 or greater for DMA 030 and 136 or greater for the Reading on the NCDAP or verify completion of equivalent college credit.

Contact: Diane Hedgecock, Diane_Hedgecock@DavidsonCCC.edu

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MANUFACTURING & TRANSPORTATION CNC Machining

Date Offered: August 15 Location: DCCC Main Campus, Sinclair 131 Cost: $221.25 This course introduces the programming, setup, and operation of CNC turning centers. Topics include programming formats, control functions, program editing, part production, and inspection. Upon completion, students should be able to manufacture simple parts using CNC turning centers and be prepared to sit for Level 1 NIMS (National Institute for Metalworking Skills) testing.

Contact: Carolyn Davis, cddavis@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-249-8186 ext. 6331

Practical Shop Welding

Dates Offered: September 4 - December 4 Location: Davie Campus, Health/Technology 112 Cost: $236.25 This course is designed for incoming students with little or no welding experience who want to learn the basic techniques for depositing sound welds on carbon steel and aluminum.

Contact: Elizabeth Kilby, Elizabeth_Kilby@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-224-4852

Truck Driver Training

Dates Offered: August 15 – October 9 Location: Davie Campus Cost: $1061.75 The Truck Driver Training curriculum prepares individuals to drive tractor-trailer rigs. This program teaches proper driving procedures, safe driver responsibility, commercial motor vehicle laws and regulations, and the basic principles and practices for operating commercial vehicles.

Contact: Elizabeth Kilby, Elizabeth_Kilby@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-224-4852

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FALL 2018 OFFERINGS

Welding

Date Offered: August 16 Location: DCCC Main Campus, Sinclair 129 Cost: $236.25 This course provides instruction on the principles and practices of welding.

Emphasis is on blueprint reading, metallurgy, welding inspection, and destructive and non-destructive testing. Course content will be specific to the welding processes SMAW (stick) and GMAW (MIG). Upon completion, students will have the knowledge base to sit for various industry-specific certifications.

Contact: Carolyn Davis, cddavis@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-249-8186 ext. 6331

Welding – Tig

Date Offered: August 15 Location: DCCC Main Campus Cost: $216.25 This course provides instruction on the principles and practices of welding.

Emphasis is on blueprint reading, metallurgy, welding inspection, and destructive and non-destructive testing. Course content will be specific to the particular welding process GTAW (TIG). Upon completion, students will have the knowledge base to sit for various industry-specific certifications.

Contact: Carolyn Davis, cddavis@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-249-8186 ext. 6331

BUSINESS & COMPUTERS ED2Go Online Courses

Dates Offered: Ongoing Enrollment Location: Online/Davie Campus Cost: $75.00 Choose from the following topics: Accounting and Finance, Business, Computer Applications, Design and Composition, Language and Arts, Teaching and Education, Technology, Writing and Publishing, and more.

Requirements: Must have Internet access, e-mail account, and appropriate software Contact: Elizabeth Kilby, Elizabeth_Kilby@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-224-4852

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Electronic Notary Public

Dates Offered: October 2 or November 13 Location: DCCC Main Campus Cost: $45.00 Certain legal documents, such as property deeds, and wills and business agreements, require the impartial signature of a Notary Public. A Notary Public screens signers of important legal documents, confirming identities, and more. This 3-hour course prepares a valid commission Notary Public in the state of North Carolina to become a commissioned/appointed eNotary Public. Also, the Electronic Notarization Manual is required and is included in the cost of the class. A copy will be distributed in class.

Course Requirements: You must hold a valid commission as a Notary Public in the state of North Carolina in order to take this class. All students must have a current state or federal issued picture ID upon arrival for class.

Contact: Rhonda Winters, Rhonda_Winters@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-249-8186 ext. 6740

MS Excel Introduction

Date Offered: August 20 Location: DCCC Main Campus, Finch 218 Cost: $76.25 This course provides an overview of the current business productivity application Excel. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate entry-level proficiency in producing professional business documents using Microsoft Excel.

Contact: Carolyn Davis, cddavis@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-249-8186 ext. 6331

MS Excel Intermediate

Date Offered: September 17 Location: DCCC Main Campus, Finch 218 Cost: $76.25 This course provides an overview of the current business productivity application Excel.

Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an intermediate level proficiency in producing professional business documents using Microsoft Excel.

Contact: Carolyn Davis, cddavis@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-249-8186 ext. 6331

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MS Excel Advanced

Date Offered: October 29 Location: DCCC Main Campus, Finch 218 Cost: $76.25 This course provides an overview of the current business productivity application Excel. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an advanced-level proficiency in producing professional business documents using Microsoft Excel.

Contact: Carolyn Davis, cddavis@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-249-8186 ext. 6331

MS Office Suite

Date Offered: August 21 Location: DCCC Main Campus, Finch 205 Cost: $131.25 This course provides an overview of business productivity applications. Topics will include Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft PowerPoint. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate proficiency in producing professional business documents.

Contact: Carolyn Davis, cddavis@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-249-8186 ext. 6331

Notary Public

Dates Offered: DCCC Main Campus: September 22, October 5, and November 2 Goodwill Career Connections: August 27-29, October 15-17, or December 3-5 Davie Campus: Fall 2018 Cost: $80.00 This course is designed to provide instruction to individuals who want to become commissioned as a Notary Public. For additional information, go to www.secretary. state.nc.us/notary/.

Materials Needed: Notary Public Manual Contact: Rhonda Winters (DCCC/Goodwill), Rhonda_Winters@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-249-8186 ext. 6740; or Elizabeth Kilby (Davie), Elizabeth_Kilby@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-224-4852

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COLLEGE & CAREER READINESS Adult High School Diploma

Dates Offered: Fall 2018 Location: Davidson, Davie, Online Cost: Free Complete your high school diploma by taking courses similar to those taken by students in public high school.

Course Requirements: Must be 18 or older to enroll Contact: ccr@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-224-4535; or Lisa Kraft (Davie), Lisa_Kraft@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-224-4843

Career Readiness Certificate (CRC)

Dates Offered: Fall 2018 Location: Davidson, Davie, Online Cost: $45 (Free to students in Adult High School and High School Equivalency courses) Prepare to find employment or advance in your current job by earning the Career Readiness Certificate that will confirm to employers that you possess basic workplace skills in reading, applied math, and locating information.

Course Requirements: Must be 18 or older to enroll Contact: ccr@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-224-4535; or Lisa Kraft (Davie), Lisa_Kraft@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-224-4843

College/Career Preparation Achieving College/ Career Entry (ACE)

Dates Offered: Fall 2018 Location: Davidson, Davie, Online Cost: Free Refresh your skills in this course developed for individuals with a high school credential preparing for college placement or career advancement. This program is designed to improve math skills, oral and written communication, and reading skills for entry into college courses.

Course Requirements: Must be 18 or older to enroll Contact: ccr@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-224-4535; or Lisa Kraft (Davie), Lisa_Kraft@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-224-4843

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FALL 2018 OFFERINGS High School Equivalency

Dates Offered: Fall 2018 Location: Davidson, Davie, Online Cost: Free Earn your High School Equivalency credential by preparing for taking tests that will certify you have achieved a level of general educational development equivalent to that or high school diploma recipients. Students now have two test options to earn a high school equivalency diploma: GED ($80 test fee with 4 official tests) or HiSET ($50 test fee with 5 official tests).

Course Requirements: Must be 18 or older to enroll Contact: ccr@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-224-4535; or Lisa Kraft (Davie), Lisa_Kraft@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-224-4843

English as a Second Language (ESL)

Dates Offered: Fall 2018 Location: Davidson, Thomasville Education Center Cost: Free Learn to speak conversationally with proper pronunciation, vocabulary, basic reading and writing, spelling, and English grammar skills if your native language is not English.

Contact: Jill Storey, Jill_Storey@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-224-4535 ext. 4547; or Lisa Kraft (Davie), Lisa_Kraft@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-224-4843

English as a Second Language (ESL) – Citizenship Class Dates Offered: Fall 2018 Location: Davidson, Thomasville Education Center Cost: Free This course will help students prepare for the citizenship exam

Contact: Jill Storey, Jill_Storey@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-224-4535 ext. 4547; or Lisa Kraft (Davie), Lisa_Kraft@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-224-4843

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FALL 2018 OFFERINGS CONSTRUCTION TRADES Apprentice: Plumber Level 1

Date Offered: August 14 Location: DCCC Main Campus, Sinclair 125 Cost: $216.25 tuition; $100.00 textbook The Plumbing Apprentice: Level I course is an introduction to the Plumbing Profession, Plumbing Safety, Tools of the Plumbing Trade, Introduction to Plumbing Math, Introduction to Plumbing Drawings, Plastic Pipe and Fittings, Copper Pipe and Fittings, Cast-Iron Pipe and Fittings, Carbon Steel Pipe and Fittings, Introduction to Plumbing Fixtures, Introduction to Drain, Waste, and Vent (DWV) Systems, and Introduction to Water Distribution Systems. The course is specially designed to meet the subject requirements and standards established by the Department of Labor: Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training for plumbers.

Contact: Carolyn Davis, cddavis@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-249-8186 ext. 6331

Carpentry: Core Skills

Date Offered: August 14 Location: Thomasville Education Center Cost: $236.25 tuition; $125.00 textbook This course provides instruction related to the core skills used by carpenters in residential and commercial settings. Topics include safety, hand/power tool use, site preparation, measurement and layout, footings and foundations, construction framing, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to construct, erect, install, or repair structures and fixtures made of wood, such as concrete forms; building frameworks, including partitions, joists, studding, and rafters; wood stairways, window and door frames, and hardwood floors.

Contact: Carolyn Davis, cddavis@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-249-8186 ext. 6331

Construction Trade Introduction

Date Offered: TBD Location: Goodwill Career Connections Cost: $70, registration fee may be waived This course is designed to provide those contemplating a career in the construction trade industry with the core skills of construction craft. Students will learn the basics in Safety, Construction Math, Hand Tools, Power Tools, Construction Drawings, Communication Skills, and Employability Skills. Find out what companies are looking for when hiring new employees. Bring all questions about how to get started in the electrical trade to help prepare for entering the workforce.

Contact: Carolyn Davis, cddavis@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-249-8186 ext. 6331

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Plumbing Apprentice Introduction

Date Offered: TBD Location: Goodwill Career Connections Cost: $70, registration fee may be waived This course is geared toward those who are interested in learning what it takes to be a professional plumbing tradesman. Topics include: safety practices, plan/blueprint reading, tools, materials, waste and vent piping, water distribution systems, water heating, plumbing fixtures, and plumbing code. Come learn from industry experts who will provide hands-on experience.

Contact: Carolyn Davis, cddavis@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-249-8186 ext. 6331

Electrical Apprentice Introduction

Date Offered: TBD Location: Goodwill Career Connections Cost: $70, registration fee may be waived This class is designed to provide those contemplating a career in the electrical trade with the fundamentals of electrical installation. Students will learn the basics to layout and rough-in single family dwellings. They will also learn electrical safety, how to make-up switch circuits, 3-way and 4-way, and receptacle and lighting layout. Find out what companies are looking for when hiring new employees. Bring all questions about how to get started in the electrical trade to help prepare for entering the workforce.

Contact: Carolyn Davis, cddavis@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-249-8186 ext. 6331

Apprentice: Electrical

Dates Offered: Monday/Wednesday, August 20 – December 19 from 5:30-8:30 pm Location: DCCC Main Campus, Finch 103 Cost: $286.25 The course is specially designed to meet the subject requirements and standards established by the Department of Labor: Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training for electrical mechanics. This course is designed to cover the principles of electrical wiring as it applies to commercial/residential applications. Emphasis is on Ohm’s law, alternating and direct currents, series circuits, parallel circuits and series parallel circuits, use of electrical tools and equipment, wiring materials and many other special subjects. Preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and National Electrical Code will be covered as well. Cost includes all supplies and textbook.

Contact: Carolyn Davis, cddavis@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-249-8186 ext. 6331

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PUBLIC SAFETY Advanced Law Enforcement Training

Dates Offered: Fall 2018 Location: Varies Cost: Varies, may be eligible for tuition waiver This program offers advanced training to current law enforcement officers. Courses include “core” courses, advanced courses, State Mandated In-Service Training and specialized courses.

Contact: Tad Kepley, Tad_Kepley@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-224-4511; or Sandy Vuncannon, Sandy_Vuncannon@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-224-4793

Emergency Medical Technician Refresher

Dates Offered: September 24 – December 8 Location: Online/DCCC Main Campus Cost: Approximately $100.00 for online access code This course is for currently certified NC EMTs who wish to refresh to the national education standards or any EMT, less than two years expired, can take this course to sit for an NCOEMS or National Registry certification test. See DavidsonCCC.edu/ems for more information.

Contact: Samuel Olshinski, Samuel_Olshinski@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-224-4809

EMS Continuing Education

Dates Offered: October 2018 – May 2019 Location: Online/DCCC Main Campus Cost: $70.00, may be eligible for tuition waiver This course provides required continuing education hours to currently credentialed EMRs and EMTs. See DavidsonCCC.edu/ems for more information.

Contact: Samuel Olshinski, Samuel_Olshinski@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-224-4809

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FALL 2018 OFFERINGS

EMS Transition Course (Paramedic, AEMT, EMT, EMR)

Dates Offered: September and December Location: Online/DCCC Main Campus Cost: $70.00, may be eligible for tuition waiver This course supports state and national efforts to transition credentialed EMS personnel from the National Standard Curriculum to the National Education Standards in compliance with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) “EMS Education Agenda for the Future.� See DavidsonCCC.edu/ems for more information.

Contact: Samuel Olshinski, Samuel_Olshinski@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-224-4809

Fire & Rescue

Dates Offered: Fall 2018 Location: Varies Cost: Varies, may be eligible for tuition waiver The Fire Rescue program provides quality learning opportunities to prepare individuals for lifelong learning, successful employment, and leadership roles. Our faculty consists of experienced firefighters and rescue specialists who have attained instructor certification. Certifications offered: Aerial Operations, Driver Operator, Fire Chief 101, Firefighter, Fire Life Safety Educator, Fire Officer I & II, Hazardous Materials Responder, Industrial Fire Brigade Training, Instructor I & II, NC Rapid Intervention Crew (NCRIC), NFA Courses, Pump Operations, and Technical Rescue.

Contact: Bryan Knight, Bryan_Knight@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-224-4802

Fire Prevention II

Date Offered: September 10 Location: DCCC Main Campus Cost: $170.00 For inspectors.

Contact: dfreeman1073@DavidsonCCC.edu

Fire Prevention III

Date Offered: October 22 Location: DCCC Main Campus Cost: $170.00 For inspectors.

Contact: dfreeman1073@DavidsonCCC.edu

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Motorcycle Rider

Date Offered: August 17, September 6, September 20, September 27, October 4, October 18, October 25, November 1, or November 15 Location: DCCC Main Campus Cost: $170.00 Riders safety.

Contact: dfreeman1073@DavidsonCCC.edu

Paramedic Refresher

Dates Offered: September 10 – December 8 Location: Online/DCCC Main Campus Cost: Approximately $100.00 for online access code This course is for currently certified NC Paramedics who wish to refresh to the national education standards. Also any medic, less than four years expired, can take this course to sit for an NCOEMS or National Registry certification test. See DavidsonCCC.edu/ems for more information.

Contact: Samuel Olshinski, Samuel_Olshinski@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-224-4809

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PROFESSIONAL TRAINING COURSES DMV Auto Dealer License Renewal

Dates Offered: August 16, October 11 or December 13 Location: DCCC Main Campus Cost: $80.00 This course meets the requirements by the NC Division of Motor Vehicles for continuing education hours for North Carolina independent auto dealers. This course will include a study of dealer laws, regulations, DMV regulations, Federal laws and rules, and proper record keeping. Participants should bring a flash drive to class.

Contact: Rhonda Winters, Rhonda_Winters@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-249-8186 ext. 6740

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DMV Auto Dealer Pre-Licensing 12 Hour

Dates Offered: October 9 – 10 or December 11 – 12 Location: DCCC Main Campus Cost: $180.00 This course is approved by the NC DMV for initial licensing for independent auto dealers. Topics include licensing requirements, state and federal governing laws, frequently used forms, dealer license plates, and vehicle safety inspections.

Contact: Rhonda Winters, Rhonda_Winters@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-249-8186 ext. 6740

Drone Pilot Licensing

Dates Offered: Fall 2018 Location: DCCC Main Campus Cost: $80.00 + textbook This course prepares learners for small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS)/Drone flight certification. Topics include flight theory, flight operations, and flight training using the Remote Test Prep 2018 booklet by ASA Test Prep Board. Learners will gain an introduction to commercial, government, and recreational drone applications.

Coursework will highlight topics such as regulations, weather, airspace, human factors and sUAS performance. Upon completion, students will be prepared to sit for the FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Knowledge Test and NCDOT UAS Operator Permit.

Textbook required: “Remote Test Prep 2018” by ASA Test Prep Board. Students will purchase textbook on their own.

Contact: Rhonda Winters, Rhonda_Winters@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-249-8186 ext. 6740

Electrical Contractor License Renewal

Dates Offered: September 8 or December 1 Location: DCCC Main Campus Cost: $85.00 This course is a review of the 2017 NEC with updated information on the latest changes. The State Board of Examiners of Electrical Contractors (Board) requires all persons licensed in Unlimited, Intermediate, Limited, and SP-SFD to attend eight hours per year. Students will need a copy of the 2017 NEC book and a calculator.

Contact: Rhonda Winters, Rhonda_Winters@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-249-8186 ext. 6740

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Forklift Operator Training

Dates Offered: TBD Location: DCCC Main Campus Cost: $66.25 This forklift operator training is OSHA compliant and taught by a National Safety Council-certified instructor. It is a comprehensive, hands-on program that covers every aspect of forklift training. This training is designed for anyone wishing to learn how to become a Powered Industrial Truck (Forklift) operator. Students should arrive to class with sturdy closed-toe and heel shoes, and comfortable clothing for weather conditions because part of the class will be outside. Certificate of Completion is given at the end of the course when a student successfully completes the course.

Contact: Rhonda Winters, Rhonda_Winters@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-249-8186 ext. 6740

HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT Basic Computer Skills

Dates Offered: August 21 – September 20, September 1– October 24, October 9 – November 15, November 5 – December 12 Location: Goodwill Career Connections, Thomasville Education Center, Uptown Lexington Center Cost: $70 or fee waived This course provides employability skills training for unemployed and underemployed adults. Students will develop basic keyboarding, word processing, and internet skills as it relates to employment. The course will help students learn how to use the internet for job searching and resume writing. Students will also learn how to use their e-mail for communication with employers and how to access government and educational resources and services.

Contact: Carolyn Davis, cddavis@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-249-8186 ext. 6331

Financial Literacy

Dates Offered: August 28 – October 10 Location: Davidson Campus Cost: $70 or fee waived This course is designed to provide employability skills training for unemployed and underemployed adults. The curriculum framework is designed to help students

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FALL 2018 OFFERINGS

understand real-life economic concepts and economic ways of thinking that will enable them to make better informed decisions as it relates to their role as a member of the workforce. Topics include, but are not limited to wage improvement plans, workplace business concepts, and basic economic literacy concepts.

Contact: Carolyn Davis, cddavis@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-249-8186 ext. 6331

PHCAST Phase 1: Intro to Direct Care & PHCAST Phase 2: Direct Care Basics

Date Offered: September 10 – November 13, or August 13 – November 14 Location: Goodwill Career Connections, Get Real Cost: $70.00 (Phase 1); $180.00 (Phase 2) or fee waived Would you like to become a home care aid? This course is perfect for you and the fee is waived for those who qualify! This course provides skills training related to providing personal care skills (non-nurse aide personal care tasks pertaining to activities of daily living such as assistance with dressing, grooming, mobility, skin care, eating, etc.) as well as content related to basic nutrition and food preparation, and an array of essential home management contact such as infection control topics, personal safety, etc.

Workplace Computer Skills

Dates Offered: September 10 – November 12 Location: Goodwill Career Connections Cost: $180 or fee waived This course provides employability skills training for unemployed and underemployed adults. This course prepares students for the technological demands of the current workplace. Students will learn how to create resumes, apply for jobs, use Microsoft 2013, and function successfully in a working environment where computers and other similar technologies are in use.

Contact: Carolyn Davis, cddavis@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-249-8186 ext. 6331

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Development courses on working smart and becoming an administrative assistant.

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FALL 2018 OFFERINGS PERSONAL ENRICHMENT Cake Decorating for Beginners

Dates Offered: Fall 2018 Location: Off Campus Cost: $90 This class is ideal for anyone who would like to decorate cakes, sell cakes, and/or have an interest in refining basic cake decorating skills. Class instruction will include basic icing techniques, decorating tips, pastry bag usage, and a guide to creative decorating. NOTE: All supplies will be provided and each person will take home two decorated cakes.

Contact: Rhonda Winters, Rhonda_Winters@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-249-8186, ext. 6740

Extreme Couponing

Dates Offered: Fall 2018 Location: Davidson Campus Cost: $25 Extreme Couponing involves locating and skillfully using a variety of coupons to get the greatest possible discounts, severely reducing the price of products that you buy anyway. With Extreme Couponers reporting 50, 60, even 70 percent off shopping totals, and some even being “paid to shop�, can you afford not to give it a go? Learn how to find, organize, and use coupons and how to shop specific stores. This class is designed to make using coupons easy and fun. Class includes course handout, freebies, door prizes, and lots of fun.

Contact: Rhonda Winters, Rhonda_Winters@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-249-8186, ext. 6740

Wreath Making

Dates Offered: Fall 2018 Location: Davidson Campus Cost: TBD Create stunning seasonal or holiday wreaths by gathering the right supplies, seasonal embellishments, and a large dose of holiday spirit.

Contact: Rhonda Winters, Rhonda_Winters@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-249-8186, ext. 6740

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Visit DavidsonCCC.edu/ce to find more Personal Enrichment courses such as artistic welding and dog grooming.

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SMALL BUSINESS CENTER Marketing Your Business

Dates Offered: TBD Location: TBD Cost: Free Marketing and attracting customers is the second most talked about issue with small business. What are effective strategies? How do you communicate your values and mission to the right customers? Participants will be lead through a general overview of several marketing resources.

Contact: Martha Larson, mlarson@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-224-4564

Nonprofit Management Series

Dates Offered: TBD Location: TBD Cost: Free The Small Business Center partners with United Way and other support organizations to bring eight key nonprofit operations training.

Contact: Martha Larson, mlarson@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-224-4564

Quickbooks for Business

Dates Offered: TBD Location: TBD Cost: Free Quickbooks has two platforms: desktop and online. Learn each and discover which is best for you. This seminar topic offers various levels of instruction.

Contact: Martha Larson, mlarson@DavidsonCCC.edu, 336-224-4564

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