EACC 2019 Fall Brochure Community Education and Workforce Development

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EAST ARKANSAS COMMUNITY COLLEGE

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Applied Piano & Applied Voice...........................................................5 AR Concealed Carry Course.................................................................5 AR Enhanced Carry Course.................................................................5 Beginning Sign Language..................................................................5 College Singers..................................................................................5 Conditioning......................................................................................3 Drawing I & II....................................................................................4 Internet Basics...................................................................................3 Introduction to Computers.................................................................3 Introduction to Web Design...............................................................4 Microsoft Excel..................................................................................3 Painting I & II ....................................................................................4 Pottery..............................................................................................4 Watercolor ........................................................................................5 Weightlifting.....................................................................................4 Yoga..................................................................................................4 Zumba...............................................................................................3

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Emergency Medical Technician- Basic Refresher Course......................6 First Time Home Buyers.....................................................................6 Paramedic Refresher Course...............................................................6

Register Today Five Easy Ways to Register In Person

Stop by EACC’s Department of Community Education located in the Learning Resource Center in Forrest City.

Office Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm

Telephone

Call 870-633-4480, ext. 333 or 331. Credit card payment can be processed over the phone.

Email

Send an email with registration information (include name, address, phone, email, course information) to rjordan@eacc.edu. Confirmation and payment instructions will follow the receipt of your email.

Mail or Fax

Send registration information (include name, address, phone, email, course information) and payment to: EACC Department of Community Education 1700 Newcastle Road Forrest City, AR 72335 Fax: 870-633-7222 Make check payable to EACC and include class information on check. *Please call for availability before mailing/faxing payment.

Adventure Training Center ...........................6 Kids on Campus Cheerleading.....................................................................................7 Gymnastics (Age 3 & up)....................................................................7 Mommy and Me (Ages 3 & Under)......................................................7 Slammin’ Jammin’ Music Lessons (Grades 2nd-8th)...............................7

EACC Tours Rowan Oak Tour.................................................................................8

We provide affordable, accessible learning opportunities to promote student success and strengthen our community.

Registration

Classes are filled on a first-come first-serve basis, and early registration is encouraged. Please note that fees are due upon registration to reserve a space in a class. A student is not officially enrolled in a class until payment is received. All credit course students will be required to pay a $20 annual infrastructure fee.

Cancellation Policy

A 100% refund is given when a course is cancelled by the College. EACC reserves the right to cancel any class due to insufficient enrollment. Mailed refunds are usually received within two to three weeks.

Refunds

A transferable voucher may be given for the amount of the class if a student cancels 48 hours prior to the start of the class.

All students must register and pay all course fees prior to the first day of class.

Community Education classes will not meet on the Labor Day Holiday (September 2nd), Fall Break (October 14th & 15th), and the Thanksgiving Break (November 27th - 29th).

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Fitness Classes

Introduction to Computers (BUS 1121 W1)

Zumba (HPR 1421 C1)

This class starts at the very beginning! By the end of this course, you will understand and “talk” computer lingo. This computer course includes an overview of Windows operating systems, and introductions to word processing, and more.

Mondays and Wednesdays, August 19th - September 16th 5:00 pm - 6:50 pm Fee: Full Tuition (Under 50) ½ Tuition (Ages 50-59) No Charge (60+) EACC Wynne Center E-133

Microsoft Excel (BUS 1621 W1)

Microsoft Excel is perhaps the most important computer software program used in the workplace today. That’s why so many workers and prospective employees are required to learn Excel to enter or remain in the workplace. Students will create and edit basic worksheets and workbooks. This course is designed for students who want to gain the necessary skills to create, edit, format, and print basic Microsoft Excel worksheets. Introduction to Computers or equivalent experience recommended.

Mondays, September 23rd - October 21st 5:00 pm - 6:50 pm Fee: Full Tuition (Under 50) ½ Tuition (Ages 50-59) No Charge (60+) EACC Wynne Center E-133

Internet Basics (BUS 1621 W1)

This course introduces students to the Internet and email. Students will learn to search for stock quotes, airline schedules, news, weather, online newspapers, etc. The use of search engines, downloading, sending attachments, and email will be covered.

Introduction to Computers or equivalent experience required.

Tuesdays, October 22nd - December 3rd 5:00 pm - 6:50 pm Fee: Full Tuition (Under 50) ½ Tuition (Ages 50-59) No Charge (60+) EACC Wynne Center E-133

Dance your way into fitness with this Latin-inspired experience. Zumba joins high energy movements with dance combinations to achieve a full body workout. Zumba helps tone, sculpt, and burn fat while blending exercises such as squats, knee lifts, and bicep curls. Instructors will make sure you have so much fun you won’t realize you are working out.

Fee: Full Tuition plus $5 activity fee (Under 50) ½ Tuition plus $5 activity fee (Ages 50-59) $5 activity fee (60+) Mondays and Wednesdays, August 19th - December 2nd 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Instructor: O. Golatt EACC Gym

Conditioning

The first half of the class is geared toward cardiovascular improvement. The second half of the class is weightlifting with small dumbbells. Students are required to have a yoga mat and their own small dumbbells. This is a beneficial course for people who want to get into shape.

Fee: Full Tuition plus $5 activity fee (Under 50) ½ Tuition plus $5 activity fee (Ages 50-59) $5 activity fee (60+) HPR 1321 C1 Mondays and Wednesdays, August 19th - December 2nd 11:10 am - 12:10 pm Instructor: S. Blake EACC Gym - HPER 1 HPR 1321 W1 Mondays and Wednesdays, August 19th - December 2nd 8:00 am - 9:00 am Instructor: P. Fisher EACC Wynne Campus E-132 HPR 1321 W2 Tuesdays and Thursdays, August 20th - December 5th 8:00 am - 9:00 am Instructor: P. Fisher EACC Wynne Campus E-132

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Personal Interests & Senior Sage Weightlifting (HPR 1811 C1)

Throughout the semester, students will work on how to achieve different goals such as increased speed, power, flexibility, endurance, strength, and muscular size. Students will be working all major muscle groups including legs, chest, back, shoulders, and arms with increasing amounts of resistance. This class will also cover the basics of nutrition to help build a “more fit” you.

Tuesdays and Thursdays, August 20th - December 5th 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Fee: Full Tuition plus $5 activity fee (Under 50) ½ Tuition plus $5 activity fee (Ages 50-59) $5 activity fee (60+) EACC Gym - HPER 1

Yoga

Yoga is designed to connect the mind and body. Participants will focus on strength and balance movements designed to increase flexibility and reduce stress. You will benefit from this class whether you are a new student learning the basics or you are more experienced. This class is appropriate for all fitness levels. Wear comfortable clothing and don’t forget to bring a yoga mat to class.

Fee: Full Tuition plus $5 activity fee (Under 50) ½ Tuition plus $5 activity fee (Ages 50-59) $5 activity fee (60+) HPR 1261 C1 Mondays and Wednesdays, August 19th- December 2nd 4:15 pm - 5:15 pm Instructor: A. Thomas EACC Gym - HPER 2 HPR 1261 C2 Tuesdays and Thursdays, August 20th - December 5th 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Instructor: A. Thomas EACC Gym - HPER 2

Art Classes Drawing I (ART 1023 C1) Drawing II (ART 1323 C1)

Students will learn basic drawing techniques using various materials to create portraits, still life, landscapes, and abstractions.

Thursdays, August 22nd - December 5th 12:45 pm - 3:45 pm Fee: Full Tuition plus $30 fee (Under 50) ½ Tuition plus $30 fee (Ages 50-59) $30 fee (60+) Art Studio 3-002 4

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Introduction to Web Design (ART 2003 C2)

Students will learn basic methodology and design concepts. An emphasis will be placed on design and software use. Students will complete at least one full functioning web site.

Tuesdays and Thursdays, August 20th - December 5th 9:35 am - 11:00 am Fee: Full Tuition plus $30 fee (Under 50) ½ Tuition plus $30 fee (Ages 50-59) $30 fee (60+) Art Studio 3-002

Painting I (ART 2013 C1) Painting II (ART 2313 C1)

Students will use acrylic paints to paint a still life, self-portrait, and landscapes. Beginners will learn basic painting techniques.

Tuesdays, August 20th - December 3rd 5:15 pm - 8:15 pm Fee: Full Tuition plus $30 fee (Under 50) ½ Tuition plus $30 fee (Ages 50-59) $30 fee (60+) Art Studio 3-002

Pottery

This class explores the art of forming and shaping clay. Anyone can participate, regardless of skill level. Explore hand-building techniques such as Coil, Slab, and Wheel and learn how to incorporate decoration and embellishments to improve surface design. Experienced students will continue their exploration of ceramic art by practicing advanced hand techniques.

ART 2113 C1 Tuesdays, August 20th- December 3rd 12:45 pm - 3:45 pm ART 2113 C2 Thursdays, August 22nd - December 5th 5:15 pm - 8:15 pm Fee: Full Tuition plus $60 fee (Under 50) ½ Tuition plus $60 fee (Ages 50-59) $60 fee (60+) Art Studio 3-004

Personal Interests & Senior Sage Watercolor (ART 2003 C1)

Students will learn the basics of watercolor techniques such as transparency, compostion, basic color theory, and value. Students will work hands on helping to develop a personal style of watercolor paintings.

Mondays and Wednesdays, August 19th - December 2nd 12:45 pm - 2:10 pm Fee: Full Tuition plus $60 fee (Under 50) ½ Tuition plus $60 fee (Ages 50-59) $60 fee (60+) Art Studio 3-003

Specialty Classes Beginning Sign Language (SPE 2001 C1)

Learn to communicate in the manual-visual mode and receive instruction in learning the alphabet, vocabulary, whole number system, and elementary conversation.

Thursdays, August 22nd - December 5th 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Fee: Full Tuition (Under 50) ½ Tuition (Ages 50-59) No Charge (60+) Classroom Building 1-108

Applied Voice (MUS 1021 C1) Applied Piano (MUS 1031 C1) Applied Guitar (MUS 1901 C1)

These classes are private instruction classes. They typically meet one-half hour or one hour per week. All applied class instruction courses require five hours of practice per week for every half-hour of individual instruction. Lab fee is $25 for one-half hour per week and $50 for a one-hour per week. Schedule of days and times arranged on individual basis.

Fee: Full Tuition plus lab fee (Under 50) ½ Tuition plus lab fee (Ages 50-59) Lab fee (60+) Music Building

AR Concealed Carry Course

Taught by certified concealed handgun safety instructor Buck Morris, this course offers a safe, friendly environment for Arkansas residents to qualify to conceal a handgun with a permit (license). Classroom experience and firing qualification (to be held at a local range) meets the requirements of Arkansas Act 419 of 1995. Participants must be 21 years of age and a resident of the State of Arkansas.

Saturday, September 14th 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Fee: $60 (New), $40 (Renewal) Classroom Building 1-107

AR Enhanced Concealed Carry Course

College Singers (MUS 1071 C1)

Bring music into your life and join this group of mixed voices. Sacred and secular choral music will be studied and performed. Your efforts will culminate in a public concert during the festive holiday season.

Mondays and Wednesdays, August 19th - December 2nd 11:10 am - 12:35 pm Fee: Full Tuition (Under 50) ½ Tuition (Ages 50-59) No Charge (60+) Music Building

Taught by certified concealed handgun safety instructor Buck Morris, this course offers a safe, friendly environment for Arkansas residents to qualify for an enhanced concealed carry license (E-CHCL).

Classroom experience and firing qualification (to be held at a local range) meets the 2017 changes to A.C.A. §§ 5-73-101 to -324. The E-CHCL gives a licensee the ability to carry and possess a concealed handgun in more locations than the standard AR CHCL. The course training requirements are significantly more detailed and in-depth compared to the standard AR CHCL with more detailed classroom training in aspects of self-defense with a firearm, as well as a minimum accuracy on timed live-fire qualification requirements.

Participants must be 21 years of age and a resident of the State of Arkansas. In addition, participants must already possess an Arkansas CHCL or must complete the basic Arkansas Concealed Carry class first.

Saturday, September 14th 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Fee: $75 Classroom Building 1-107

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Professional Development Paramedic CEU Training (EMT 2503 CE)

EMT CEU Training (EMT 1501 CE)

This course follows the USDOT National Standard Curriculum and provides 20 hours of refresher training. Information provided assists Arkansas certified or nationally registered EMT-Basic to meet recertification requirements. Pre-registration is required.

Monday and Tuesday, September 9th & 10th 9:00 am - 7:00 pm Fee: $151.40 Learning Resource Center - Room B129

This course follows the USDOT National Standard Curriculum and provides 20 hours of refresher training. Information provided assists Arkansas certified or nationally registered Paramedics to meet recertification requirements. Pre-registration is required.

Wednesday and Thursday, September 11th &12th 9:00 am - 7:00 pm Fee: $343.40 Learning Resource Center - B129

First Time Home Buyers

Buying a home is a huge and long term commitment. Kelly Lewis will help prepare yourself for what to expect during the purchase transaction as well as the ongoing responsibilities of owning a home. Learn how to save thousands of dollars and help yourself get into a home sooner than later. Tim Woolridge, Director of Outreach for the Arkansas Development Finance Authority will be on hand to discuss the Down Payment Assistance Program. Katherine Damron, Loan Officer at Supreme Lending will offer options for financing.

Thursday, September 19th 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. & 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

FREE Learning Resource Center - B129

Adventure Training Center The Adventure Training Center provides the ultimate training experience for building a successful team, and improving self confidence. Participants will strengthen their communication and problem solving skills, while developing their leadership potential. We tailor the level of challenge to meet specific needs, desires, and physical abilities of any group.

Build TEAMS • Build TRUST • Build SUPPORT Build CONFIDENCE • Build RESPEC T “My challenge course experience by far exceeded anything I expected... today was about getting into a ‘team’ mode not just a ‘me’ mode... it was great to see what teams can achieve together.”

- Jonesboro Chamber of Commerce participant

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Kids on Campus New Gymnastics Classes with new Location!

Under the direction of Barry Adams of Delta Gymnastics, girls and boys from ages 3 to high school will build strength, balance, coordination and self esteem while learning new skills and improving old ones.

Monday Gymnastics Wynne Center E-136 Gymnastics

Mondays, September 9th - December 9th Tumbling Tots (3 Year Olds*) 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm Fee: $89 (includes $10 insurance fee) *Children must be 3 by the start of class Tumbleweeds (4 Year Olds) 4:30 pm - 5:00 pm Fee: $89 (includes $10 insurance fee) Gymnastics I (Ages 5-7) 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Fee: $149 (includes $10 insurance fee) Gymnastics II (Ages 8-11) 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Fee: $149 (includes $10 insurance fee) Gymnastics III (Ages 12 & Over) 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Fee: $149 (includes $10 insurance fee)

Mommy & Me (3 year olds & under)

Parents will be on the floor with their child helping them learn new skills. These skills include the balance beam, bar, front rolls, back rolls, hand stands, back bends, cartwheels, jumps and more.

Tuedays, September 10th to December 10th 5:00 pm to 5:45 pm Fee: $89 (includes $10 insurance fee) Wynne Center E-136

Thursday Gymnastics Forrest City EACC GYM Gymnastics

Thursdays, September 5th - December 5th Classes will not meet on 11/28 due to Thanksgiving.

Tumbling Tots (3 Year Olds*) 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm Fee: $89 (includes $10 insurance fee) *Children must be 3 by the start of class Tumbleweeds (4 Year Olds) 4:30 pm - 5:00 pm Fee: $89 (includes $10 insurance fee) Gymnastics I (Ages 5-7) 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Fee: $149 (includes $10 insurance fee) Gymnastics II (Ages 8-11) 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Fee: $149 (includes $10 insurance fee) Gymnastics III (Ages 12 & Over) 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Fee: $149 (includes $10 insurance fee)

Cheerleading

Instructor Roni Horton, former Arkansas State University cheerleader and competitive cheer coach, students will learn all components of cheerleading. These components include: jumps, motions, stunts & pyramids and pass/standing tumbling. At the end of the class students will perform a routine that combines skills learned throughout the class.

Tuesdays, September 10th to December 10th Ages 8 to 11 years old 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm Wednesdays, September 11th to December 11th Ages 5 to 7 years old 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm Ages 12 & up 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm Fee: $149 (includes $10 insurance fee) Wynne Center E-36

Slammin’ Jammin’ Music Lessons

Whether you are brand new to guitar or need to build on the basics that you have already been taught, instructor John Shepherd will supply you with the tools you need to improve and play like a star! 8 lessons will cover hand techniques, reading music, chording, etc., while working one on one with an experienced music instructor. Bring your own instrument and your inner rock star!

Fee: $199 *Schedule of dates and times arranged on an individual basis.

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