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With all the changes in the workplace, HR professionals are dealing with many additional challenges on the job. Take this course now and learn how to manage a remote workforce, increase employee engagement, and support employee health and wellness. Advance in your career by earning the SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP® Certification.

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BUSINESS/MANAGEMENT Social Media Professional Certificate Learn how social networks are used to develop two-way communication and marketing strategies for your organization. Find out what you can be doing, what you should be doing, and take back a plan to integrate social networks into your communication and marketing.

Course Topics: • The Power of Community: An Introduction to Social Media • Connecting with Your Community: Mastering Social Media for Business • Building Your Community: Social Media Tools and Strategies • Sharing Your Story with Your Community: Integrating Social Media into Your Marketing Plan 22SBUS459 | April 11 - May 23 (7 meetings) Mondays, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Anthony Juliano, instructor $475 Fee includes materials.

This class qualifies for the Professional Certificate in Digital Media.

Registration deadline: April 8 SMALL BUSINESS OWNER

Project Management Certificate Program The Project Management Certificate Program is designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge needed to be a successful project manager. The course topics are closely aligned with the Project Management Institute’s (PMI®) PMBOK® Guide and have been developed in collaboration with the Northeast Indiana Chapter of PMI’s Professional Development group.

Benefits include: • Learn step-by-step skills you can use immediately • Further your career by gaining familiarity with the latest edition of the guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide) • Network with other project management professionals and make valuable contacts • Receive ready-to-use project management templates • Complete a Capstone Project to demonstrate your understanding of the key elements of Project Management. Student portfolios will be independently reviewed by a Project Management Professional (PMP).

22SBUS505 | March 1 - April 12 (6 meetings) No class April 5 Tuesdays, 6 – 9 p.m.

Bruce Hayes and Mike Ruiz, instructors $875 fee includes materials Registration deadline: February 25

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SHRM-CP®/SHRM-SCP® Exam Prep - NEW! In today’s changing HR landscape, it’s becoming more important than ever that you not only have strong HR knowledge and skills, but are also able to be a strategic business thinker, capable of tackling any issue thrown your way. Become the most qualified and valuable HR professional you can be with our 12-week Virtual SHRM Certification Preparation Course. With the SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP®) and SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP®), you’ll have the answers AND know what to do on the job. This course will broaden and update your knowledge and skills while delivering everything you need to pass the SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP® exam, all in an interactive group environment.

Our prep course provides the following benefits: • Ensure that you understand and can apply the material tested on the exam • Stay on track to earn your certification with a structured learning experience • Discuss topics with peers from diverse backgrounds • Network, share experiences, and discuss best practices with a diverse group of HR professionals 22SBUS321 | February 9 – April 27 (12 meetings) Wednesdays, 6 – 8 p.m.

Kimberly Nash, instructor $1500 fee includes materials Registration deadline: February 1

SHRM® Essentials of Human Resources Gain the skills to confidently face today’s complex HR situations and compliance issues within an organization. Explore introductory HR topics in a condensed, easy-to-understand format. This course is for new HR professionals or those wanting to enter the field.

The program covers six key HR topics and provides tools you can immediately put to use in your organization: • Human Resources - gain a clear understanding of the HR function • Talent Acquisition - develop important skills for attracting and selecting employees • Total Rewards - learn the key elements of a total compensation system • Learning and Development - obtain an understanding of orientation, development, and training • Performance Management - discover the purpose and process for performance evaluation • Employment Law - enhance your ability to apply key HR legislation 22SBUS311 | May 11 – June 8 (5 meetings) Wednesdays, 6 – 8 p.m.

Kimberly Nash, instructor $725 fee includes materials Registration deadline: April 29

Managing Across Generations – NEW! In the next 10 years, half of the work force will be made up of those identified as the millennial generation. Retiring Baby Boomers will be leaving the leadership ranks with more spaces than the Gen-Xers can fill and the workload will fall on the Gen-Y’s. This workshop explores the general perceived differences between the employees from the different generations in communication, workplace improvement, and employee effectiveness.

Intended audience: New and experienced managers and leaders who want to develop or improve their skills in managing employees across generations.

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Six Sigma Certificate Programs Six Sigma combines a detailed roadmap (DMAIC: Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, and Control) with powerful statistical tools to attack and resolve your most critical business issues. Successful Six Sigma projects produce measurable results and help increase a company’s skill in process optimization and continuous improvement.

Six Sigma Green Belt Certification Purdue University Six Sigma Green Belts are trained in a subset of Black Belt tools and methodologies. Green Belts assist Black Belts with major projects and can independently lead minor projects. At many companies, Green Belts have a part-time continuous improvement role. The Green Belt training is for employees at all levels of an organization. Participants will leave the training with a thorough understanding of the DMAIC process, data collection techniques, and the statistical methods used in Six Sigma projects. All registrants will receive their class materials electronically.

22SMFG323 | March 1 - April 5 (6 meetings) Tuesdays, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. $2200 fee includes materials Registration deadline: February 22

Attend 6 more sessions to earn your Black Belt Certification!

Six Sigma Black Belt Certification with Minitab Learn the DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, and Control) process aided by the advanced statistical methods used in Six Sigma projects. Includes Green Belt. Purdue University’s Six Sigma Black Belt training and certification program offers a cost-effective method to train and certify in Six Sigma techniques. You will be provided with a 6-month (non-renewable) license to Minitab Software. All registrants will receive their class materials electronically.

22SMFG324 | March 1 - May 17 (12 meetings) Tuesdays, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. $3,600 fee includes materials and 6 months of rental of Minitab software Registration deadline: February 22

Small Business Information Security: The Fundamentals - NEW! For some small businesses, the security of information, systems, and networks might not be their highest priority. However, an information security or cybersecurity incident can be detrimental to a business and its customers, employees, and business partners.

It is vitally important that all small businesses understand and manage the risk to information, systems, and networks that support their business. Learn the basics of cybersecurity, including common threats and measures you can take to protect your business.

22SBUS425 | June 15 (1 meeting) Wednesday, 8 a.m. – noon $99 fee includes materials Registration deadline: June 8

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SMALL BUSINESS OWNER NORTHEAST INDIANA SBDC WORKSHOPS Target Market Research Strategies

Business Plan Fundamentals

$15 fee includes handouts

$25 fee includes workbook

22SBUS586A | April 18 (1 meeting) Monday, 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.

22SBUS575A | February 21 (1 meeting) Monday, 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.

22SBUS586B | July 18 (1 meeting) Monday, 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.

22SBUS575B | May 16 (1 meeting) Monday, 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.

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Essentials of Launching a Business

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$25 fee includes workbook

The heart and soul of a business is its marketing plan. This workshop highlights the critical elements of market research and provides tips and resources available for developing sound marketing strategies.

Attendees will learn the basics for evaluating products and services, pricing, market potential, and competitive analysis.

Where is the money? This workshop reviews a variety of funding sources, including commercial lenders, the SBA, state, regional, and local programs, and highlights financial terminology and borrower qualifications. The workshop is intended for individuals starting a business, as well as owners of existing businesses who are investigating financing options.

A business plan is used by entrepreneurs to manage the direction and expectations of their business as well as to solicit funding for implementing growth strategies or starting a new enterprise. This one-session workshop covers the basic elements and includes tips for writing a business plan to fuel success.

This workshop is your first step toward small business ownership.

Based on the premise that every successful business is built on a solid foundation, this workshop will help you evaluate your business idea and prepare yourself to create a sound business plan, manage expectations, and increase chances of accessing capital for your new business.

22SBUS576A | February 9 (1 meeting) Wednesday, 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.

22SBUS585A | March 21 (1 meeting) Monday, 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.

22SBUS576B | February 23 (1 meeting) Wednesday, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

22SBUS585B | June 20 (1 meeting) Monday, 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.

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Funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration, the State of Indiana, and our many local partners. All opinions, conclusions, or recommendations expressed are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA. Reasonable accomodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance by calling your local SBDC.

22SBUS576C | March 9 (1 meeting) Wednesday, 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.

22SBUS576D | April 13(1 meeting) Wednesday, 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.

22SBUS576E | May 11 (1 meeting) Wednesday, 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.

22SBUS576F | May 25 (1 meeting) Wednesday, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

22SBUS576G | June 8 (1 meeting) Wednesday, 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.

22SBUS576H | July 13 (1 meeting) Wednesday, 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.

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A to Z Grant Writing – NEW!

Learn all there is to know about writing grants, fundraising, and organizing a grant writing campaign. You will learn how to utilize trusted grant-research databases to locate funding opportunities, how to expedite and navigate the grant planning process and engage stakeholders, and how to outline information needed for the executive summary. You will also learn the process and benefits of getting peer reviews.

22SBUS115 | Online Self-Paced Dr. Beverly Browning, instructor $189 fee includes materials

Nonprofit Management and Grant Writing Certificate – NEW!

Learn everything you need to know to be successful in the nonprofit sector.

Further the ideals and goals of your nonprofit by learning to compete more effectively for members, media attention, donors, clients, and volunteers.

Learn to prepare grant proposals that get solid results for your organization or charity.

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Introduction to Nonprofit Management

Learn how to transform your good intentions into a professional plan of action. Gain the skills and develop strategies that will take your organization to new heights of prosperity and productivity. You’ll gain a full understanding of the role of the executive director and the board of directors, special event and meeting management, and public relation strategies.

Marketing Your Nonprofit

Utilize powerful marketing techniques to compete more effectively for customers, donors, members, and volunteers. Learn how to persuade the media to communicate your organization’s message and further its ideals and goals. Improve your market share by learning to evaluate and implement effective promotions, advertising campaigns, and communication techniques.

Writing Effective Grant Proposals

Preparing successful grant proposals requires careful research, meticulous preparation, and graceful writing. Learn how to avoid the errors that lead to the rejection of your proposal and receive valuable guidance in preparing a background statement and a brief financial statement to support your request. Gain the skills to assemble, write, and submit complete successful grant proposals.

Advanced Grant Proposal Writing

Take your skills to the next level and learn how to research and write winning proposals that get funded. Become proficient in the proposal format used by the vast majority of public foundations – from which fonts work best to which buzzwords to include. Learn what to do-and, more importantly what not to do--on your cover sheet, narrative, background page, and your stakeholder and third-party evaluation plan.

22SBUS415 | Online Self-Paced Dr. Beverly Browning, Linda Kissam, and Nancy Robinette – instructors $395 fee includes materials

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Medical Billing and Coding

Train for an in-demand healthcare career in medical billing and coding and prepare for industry certification in this course. Upon successful course completion, you will be able to choose an exam voucher for the professional certification that best aligns with your interests and career goals.

Exams available include: • Certified Professional Coder (CPC) exam offered by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) • Certified Coding Associate (CCA) exam offered by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)• Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS) exam offered by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) For more information, visit learn.pfw.edu.

22SHLT140 | Online Self-Paced Multiple instructors $2995 fee includes materials

Certified Pharmacy Technician – NEW!

Pharmacy technicians assist and support licensed pharmacists in providing healthcare to patients. Jump start your career towards working as a Pharmacy Aide, Pharmacy Technician, Certified Pharmacy Technician, Health Technician/ Technologist, Medical Laboratory Technician, Medical Records Clerk/Technician, or a Nursing Assistant. You will get hands-on practice in retail pharmacy procedures through an online lab module. You will have the opportunity to apply for a 100+ hour externship. Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive access to the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE) practice tests to help you study for your certification exam.

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22SHLT235 | Online Self-Paced Melissa Dunworth and Betty Stahl, instructors $2495 fee includes materials

Paralegal Certificate

This nationally acclaimed online course is for legal professionals in any phase of their career.

Practice-oriented instruction teaches participants how to interview clients and witnesses, investigate complex fact patterns, research the law, prepare legal documents, and assist in preparing cases for courtroom litigation.

For more information, visit learn.pfw.edu. To register, please call the Center for Legal Studies at 1-800-522-7737.

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Certified Corporate Event Planner – NEW!

Gain the skills needed to plan and design successful corporate events. Learn how to execute a successful corporate event and how to set budgets and charge for event planning services. This program will teach you critical planning methodologies, timelines, and project management best practices. Upon successful completion of the course, you will be awarded a Certified Corporate Event Planner certification from the Wedding Planning Institute.

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22SBUS245 | Online Self-Paced Cho Phillips, instructor $995 fee includes materials

Certified Personal Trainer – NEW! This training course provides you with the knowledge and understanding necessary to prepare for the American Council on Exercise (ACE) Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) certification exam to become an effective personal trainer. Upon successful completion of the course and passing the certification exam, you will be prepared to work in one of the fastest-growing segments of the service industries. You will be qualified to work in fitness facilities, gyms, clubs, YMCAs, and other health/ fitness settings as a personal trainer and fitness professional.

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22SHLT225 | Online Self-Paced Ken Baldwin, instructor $1595 fee includes materials

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Professional Certificate in Digital Media You’re pretty good with a camera, but you know you could learn so much more about shooting techniques and editing. Maybe you have an interest in web design, but you don’t want to get a four-year degree. The Professional Certificate in Digital Media offers a unique opportunity to build a certificate around your interests. Whether you’re looking for a career change or to pick up a side job, this certificate will give you the credentials necessary to market your talents.

When calculated into hourly rates, a freelance photographer charges on average between $150 and $250 per hour depending on expertise and credentials. While rates vary, a digital marketer charges on average about $80 to $200 per hour.

Check out the wide array of digital media courses in graphic design, photography, and web design. Additional courses may be found online. Complete six courses to earn the certificate.

Introduction to Adobe® Photoshop®

Learn the fundamental features of Photoshop® CC that will allow you to improve your digital images. Topics covered will include selection methods, creating and manipulating layers, editing tools, and compositing techniques. In addition, this course will cover how Photoshop® can be used as a layout and design tool and explore various workflows that help create exciting and dynamic images.

22SCMP504 | March 8 - 29 (4 meetings) Tuesdays, 6 – 8 p.m.

John Nicklin, instructor $225 fee includes materials Registration deadline: March 1

Introduction to Adobe® Illustrator®

Prerequesite: Proficiency with Photoshop®.

Learn the powerful tools of Adobe® Illustrator® CC, the industry standard vector drawing and illustration program. From creating line art and logos to graphic layouts and finished illustrations, this course will teach the fundamental tools needed to use this program productively.

22SCMP505 | April 12 - May 3 (4 meetings) Tuesdays, 6 – 8 p.m.

John Nicklin, instructor $225 fee includes materials Registration deadline: April 5

Introduction to Adobe® InDesign®

Prerequesite: Proficiency with Photoshop® and Illustrator®.

Learn the powerful tools of Adobe® InDesign® CC, used to create posters, flyers, brochures, magazines, and books. This course will explore how to create documents for print or web, covering topics such as multi-page setup, creating paragraph and character styles, and tips and tricks to make your documents look well designed and professional.

22SCMP507 | May 17 - June 7 (4 meetings) Tuesdays, 6 – 8 p.m.

John Nicklin, instructor $225 fee includes materials Registration deadline: May 10

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Option to participate fully online or fully in-person!

Excel® 2019: Part 1

By applying the robust functionality that is built into Excel® to your organization’s raw data, you will be able to gain a level of insight into that data that would have been nearly impossible just a couple of decades ago. Excel® can help you organize, calculate, analyze, revise, update, and present your data in ways that will help the decision makers in your organization steer you in the right direction.

This course aims to provide you with the foundational Excel® knowledge and skills necessary to begin that journey.

22SCMP716 | March 2 - 16 (3 meetings) Wednesdays, 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Todd Raines, instructor $225 fee includes materials Registration deadline: February 23

Excel® 2019: Part 2

Prerequisite: Excel® Part 1 or functional knowledge of Basic Excel.

This course builds upon the foundational knowledge presented in the Excel® Part 1 course and will help start you down the road to creating advanced workbooks and worksheets that can help deepen your understanding of organizational intelligence. The ability to analyze massive amounts of data, extract actionable information from it, and present that information to decision makers is at the foundation of a successful organization able to compete at a vhigh level.

22SCMP717 | April 13 - 27 (3 meetings) Wednesdays, 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Todd Raines, instructor $225 fee includes materials Registration deadline: April 6

Excel®: Data Analysis with PivotTables

Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of Excel®.

In this class you will learn to harness the power of business data to make successful and profitable business decisions. Learn to utilize advanced PivotTable features and create PivotCharts to organize the data in a way that can be meaningfully presented to others.

22SCMP315 | May 11 (1 meeting) Wednesday, 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Todd Raines, instructor $89 fee includes materials Registration deadline: May 4

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Excel®: Visualizing Data with Charts

Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of Excel®.

This class will help you utilize Excel® to extract actionable information from your data. Whether you need to crunch numbers for sales, information technology, human resources, or other organizational purposes, the ability to get the right information to the right people at the right time can create a powerful competitive advantage.

22SCMP502 | June 8 (1 meeting) Wednesday, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.

Todd Raines, instructor $89 fee includes materials Registration deadline: June 1

Excel®: Automating Workbook Functionality and using Macros

Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of Excel®.

In this class you will interpret your Excel® data and learn to organize it to create visually appealing charts and graphs. Learn to extract actionable organizational intelligence from your raw data.

22SCMP503 | June 29 (1 meeting) Wednesday, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.

Todd Raines, instructor $89 fee includes materials Registration deadline: June 22

Excel®: Using Lookup Functions and Formula Auditing Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of Excel®.

This class will help you develop the ability to create the advanced functions and formulas you need to perform complex calculations in Excel®. In addition, it will give you the skills to audit your workbook content to find, troubleshoot, and correct errors or issues in your Excel® data.

22SCMP501 | July 20 (1 meeting) Wednesday, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.

Todd Raines, instructor $89 fee includes materials Registration deadline: July 13

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Front-End Web Developer

Front-end developers strike a balance between art and science, combining code - HTML, CSS, and Javascript - with visual design principles to create a great online user experience. This fully online course will put you on the fast track to starting an entry-level career as a front-end web developer. By course completion, you will put your HTML, CSS, and JavaScript skills to practice building the front-end of a website for your professional portfolio.

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22SONL345 | Online Self-Paced Nat Dunn, instructor $1195 fee includes materials

CompTIA™ Certification Training: A+, Network+, Security+

Jumpstart your career in Information Technology by gaining knowledge and certifications that will enhance your resume and set you apart.

The Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) is considered the world’s leading technology association and has set standards for certification in IT support, from hardware and devices to networks and cybersecurity. This fully online course will help you gain the knowledge and skills you need to launch an IT career via certifications.

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22SONL311 | Online Self-Paced Jeff Rees, instructor $3995 fee includes materials

QuickBooks® 2019: Introduction and Intermediate – NEW!

Small business owners should be using QuickBooks® to manage invoices, pay bills, and track expenses. If you want to take control of your business’s finances, this course will introduce you to QuickBooks® 2019 and teach you the accounting software’s more advanced features. Upon completion, you will be equipped to act as your own bookkeeper.

22SCMP245 | Online Self-Paced Scott Paxton, instructor $199 fee includes materials

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QuickBooks® Online: Introduction and Intermediate – NEW!

The cloud-based QuickBooks® Online is quickly replacing desktop accounting software versions due to its accessibility and flexibility.

Learn the key features of QuickBooks® Online, so you can create invoices, receipts, and statements; track payables, inventory, and receivables; generate reports; and more. Learn how to set up your accounts for different types of businesses, and enter budgets. Other course topics include: recording income and expenses; entering checks and credit card payments; tracking payables, inventory, and receivables.

22SCMP248 | Online Self-Paced Scott Paxton, instructor $199 fee includes materials

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ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditor Training

In this two-day workshop, you will gain the knowledge and skills you need to audit your quality system to the ISO 9001:2015 standard. Course topics include updates to the ISO 9001 standard, requirements, auditing principles, and conducting effective audits. You will also review auditing tools and techniques and have ample opportunities to get answers to questions you have about conducting ISO audits.

Intended audience: Personnel involved in conducting or supporting ISO internal audits.

22SMFG215 | April 20 and 21 (2 meetings) Wednesday and Thursday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. $575 fee includes materials electronically Registration deadline: April 13

IATF 16949 Internal Auditor Training - NEW!

In this three-day workshop, you will gain the knowledge and skills you need to audit your quality system to the IATF 16949:2016 standard. Course topics include updates to the IATF 16949 standard, requirements, quality core tools, customer-specific requirements, auditing principles, and techniques for conducting effective audits. You will also get hands-on practice using auditing tools and techniques and have ample opportunities to get answers to questions you have about conducting QMS audits.

22SMFG550 | May 10 - 24 (3 meetings) Tuesdays, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. $799 fee includes materials electronically Registration deadline: May 3

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Advanced Manufacturing/LEAN Purdue Fort Wayne leverages the resources of Purdue University by teaming up with their TAP/MEP to offer the Lean Manufacturing Series and certificate programs. The MEP Center for Indiana is the Purdue University Technical Assistance Program (TAP), which is part of a national network of manufacturing experts ready to help regional businesses succeed in a big way. These courses may be taken individually and applied toward completion of a certificate.

Technical Assistance Program TAP is a NIST MEP Network Affiliate purdue.edu/TAP/MEP.

Lean Practitioner I Certificate

Lean Practitioner II Certificate

March 16 – April 13 (5 meetings) Wednesdays, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. $295 per session Fee includes materials

May 11 – June 8 (5 meetings) Wednesdays, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. $295 per session Fee includes materials

Principles of Lean Manufacturing & Lean Culture – (March 16) Apply Lean concepts such as standardized work, batch-size reductions, and pull systems. Experience how Lean improves quality, delivery, performance, reduces time and Wokin-Process (WIP), and increases profits. With the use of simulation, transform a plant into a Lean assembly facility and learn how to identify the 8 wastes in manufacturing.

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Cellular Flow Manufacturing – (May 11) Discover how to link and balance operations to reduce lead times, minimize WIP, optimize floor space usage, and improve productivity using a fivestep process for designing and implementing work cells.

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5S: The Visual Workplace – (March 23) Learn how the 5S System reduces waste in the mounting plate assembly area of a simulated production facility. Participants learn the concepts of the 5S System and then apply them to transform the workplace.

22SMFG303 Value Stream Mapping – (March 30) Use the powerful Value Stream Mapping tool to create a current state map for Acme Stamping, a real-world firm featured in a detailed case study. Use the VSM icons and learn the common language of Lean as you draw your map and analyze the current state to find the nonvalue add activities.

22SMFG308 Quick Changeover/Set-up Reduction – (April 6) Learn to reduce and eventually eliminate setups and changeovers in production scheduling and planning, making processes highly flexible. QCO can be done anytime and is a powerful key element to make Lean work. The workshop will present the steps to achieve this goal. A shop floor workbook is included.

22SMFG302 Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) – (April 13) Gain knowledge of Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and how it relates to capacity. Apply TPM principles and techniques to equipment in a hands-on simulation and experience how applying TPM can achieve dramatic improvements in uptime and increased capacity.

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Inventory Management Using Pull-Kanban Systems – (May 18) Control resources in a production process by replacing only what has been consumed. Apply principles of Pull System/Kanban in a lifelike simulation and demonstrate how principles can be applied to a variety of situations.

22SMFG305 Problem Solving Using PDCA, A3, and Root Cause Analysis – (May 25) In this course, participants will learn about the Plan, Do, Check, Act (PDCA) problem-solving method.

In addition, participants will learn about problem solving tools and activities, including A3, root cause analysis, process mapping, cause and effect diagrams, and others.

22SMFG342 Standard Work & Error Proofing Techniques – (June 1) Standard Work: Implement standardization and standard work in your workplace and eliminate waste from production processes. Error Proofing: Use simple, usually low-cost devices, fixtures, and procedures to reduce/eliminate errors before defective parts are created.

22SMFG341 Kaizen Facilitation Training – (June 8) This continuous improvement methodology combines Lean Manufacturing tools such as the 5S System of Workplace Organization and Standardization, Cells, Pull/Kanban, Set-Up Reduction, and Line Balancing. Each tool incorporates team empowerment, brainstorming, and problemsolving to rapidly make improvements to a product or process.

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Italian Language Classes Italian Language and Culture for Travelers: Beginning I This course is an introduction to the Italian language and is great for travelers who are interested in practical communication skills and grammar tools. Students will receive a general overview of the Italian language and will be introduced to an authentic Italian culture.

22SLNG140 | March 2 – April 20 (8 meetings) Wednesdays, 6:00pm - 8:00pm $215 fee does not include required textbook Registration deadline: February 28

Spanish for Medical Professionals I – NEW! With increasing numbers of Spanish-speaking patients entering the healthcare system every year, it’s more crucial than ever for health professionals to learn medical Spanish. What’s more, adding Spanish skills to your resume can broaden your career horizons and give you an advantage over other healthcare workers. This course focuses on the basic medical Spanish phrases you really need to know. you’re new to the language or just want a refresher, this medical Spanish class can help you. Open to beginners of the Spanish language.

22SHLT335 | Online Self-Paced Tara Bradley Williams, instructor $149 fee includes materials

Spanish for Medical Professionals II – NEW!

Prerequisite: Understanding of basic Spanish or Spanish for Medical Professionals I Build on your foundation of Spanish by learning medical terminology and phrases from a variety of medical fields as well as Spanish grammar. You’ll review the basic body parts and organs, explore vocabulary and phrases related to insurance and patient assessments, exams, and communicating pain. Learn terminology found in specialty areas - including pediatrics, geriatrics, mental health, OB/ GYN, radiology, orthopedics, cardiovascular, oncology, physical and occupational therapies, and more.

22SHLT336 | Online Self-Paced Tara Bradley Williams, instructor $149 fee includes materials

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Email: learn@pfw.edu Japanese Language Classes Japanese Conversation: Introduction Students will focus on reading and writing Hiragana and Katakana letters, mastering simple phrases, learn about basic Japanese culture while also having fun playing educational games. Culture and conversation studies will revolve around a seasonal theme.

22SLNG184B | April 2 – June 25 (12 meetings)

No class May 28 Saturdays, 8:30 – 10:20 a.m. $192 fee does not include required textbook

Japanese Conversation: Beginner I The focus of this course will be to introduce students to everyday conversational Japanese. Lessons will be organized around conversational topics which will lead students from grammar fundamentals to reading.

22SLNG177B | April 2 – June 25 (12 meetings) No class May 28 Saturdays, 10:30 – 12:20 p.m. $192 fee does not include required textbook

Japanese Conversation: Beginner II The focus of this course will be to build upon students’ foundation of the Japanese language. Students will gain a greater proficiency through practical learning activities to master grammar fundamentals and basic written and oral communication in Japanese.

22SLNG179B | April 2 – June 25 (12 meetings)

No class May 28 Saturdays, 1:00 – 2:50 p.m. $192 fee does not include required textbook

Japanese Conversation: Beginner III This course will further advance student’s knowledge of advanced vocabulary and grammar. Practice of applied usages of grammar learned in Beginner I and II will give students mastery of basic communication in Japanese.

22SLNG180B | April 2 – June 25 (12 meetings)

No class May 28 Saturdays, 1:00 – 2:50 p.m. $192 fee does not include required textbook

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learn.pfw.edu Korean Language Classes Korean Language and Culture for Children The Purdue Fort Wayne Korean Saturday School provides education in Korean language to children from preschool through sixth grade.

All lessons are in accordance with the general curriculum prescribed by the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology of Korea. The school will offer Korean, Korean American, and American children opportunities to understand Korean culture and gain cross-cultural experiences by teaching them in Korean. One goal is to help children acquire an ability to think through various issues and make sound judgements from a global perspective. The school aims to enrich children’s lives in their local school. Multiple child discount available.

For more information, please contact: koreansaturdayschool@gmail.com Beginning Learners 22SLNG410 | February 5 – April 30 (12 meetings), No class April 9 $130, Saturdays, 9:30 a.m. - noon Advanced Learners

22SLNG414 | February 5 – April 30 (12 meetings), No class April 9

$130, Saturdays, 9:30 a.m. - noon

Korean Language and Culture for Youth & Adults These courses are designed for youth and adults seeking to learn the basics and become acquainted with Korean language and culture.

This is a good opportunity for those who plan to establish a business relationship, or study abroad, in Korea. The instructional staff will work with students to design personalized programs.

For more information, please contact: koreansaturdayschool@gmail.com Beginning Learners

22SLNG411 | February 5 – April 30 (12 meetings)

No class April 9 $130 , Saturdays, 9:30 a.m.-noon Advanced Learners

22SLNG412 | February 5 – April 30 (12 meetings)

No class April 9 $130 , Saturdays, 9:30 a.m.-noon

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Books — Included unless otherwise stated in the course description online.

Students with Disabilities — If you would like information about special services and accommodations, you may contact the Disability Access Center (Walb 113, 260-481-6657, voice/ TTY, dac@pfw.edu). While the Purdue Fort Wayne campus is generally accessible, this office provides auxiliary aids and services and program access services for students with special needs based on disability in accordance with Section 504 of the 1973 Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Substantial advance notice of access needs may be required to ensure sufficient planning and effective delivery of services.

Inclement weather — If bad weather forces the closing of campus, classes will not meet.

Make-up meetings will be scheduled as needed. The weather line is 260-481-6050.

Online Course Requirements — Students should have a reliable internet connection and a computer camera and microphone.

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Are there any discounts offered? q PFW Faculty and Staff: 20% discount (Promo Code: FACULTYSTAFF) q Mastodon Students and Alumni: 15% discount (Promo Code: ALUM) q Company with 3+ employees enrolled: 15% discount (Promo Code: CORP) Applies to the main course fee, not books or materials.

Only one discount may be applied per registrant, per course, and may not exceed $100. Not applicable for Community Arts Academy, Online Self-Paced, or Travel courses.

Other restrictions may apply.

A full refund is given when the university cancels a course or when Continuing Studies receives notification of withdrawal from the registrant before the third business day prior to the start of the course.

Some restrictions apply.

Purdue Fort Wayne is an Equal Opportunity/ Equal Access University.

Please advise us at the time of enrollment if you have a disability and require special accommodations.

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