Polaris Adult Education Catalog 2014 2015

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INFORMATION

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Career Search and Preparation...................................................................... 2 Job Training Registration and Financial Aid Information.......................... 9-10 General Information..................................................................................... 40 Office Hours................................................................................................. 40 Registration Form........................................................................................ 41

JOB TRAINING PROGRAMS Cardiographic Technician............................................................................... 2 Cosmetology Academy.................................................................................. 3 Dental Assisting............................................................................................. 3 Early Child Care Education/Child Development Associate............................. 4 Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration (HVAC/R).................. 4 Medical Billing & Coding............................................................................... 5 Natural Resources/Ranger/Basic Peace Officer Academy............................... 6 Nurse Assistant.............................................................................................. 6 Pharmacy Technician..................................................................................... 7 Phlebotomy Certification............................................................................... 7 Precision/CNC Machine Technology............................................................... 8 Welding......................................................................................................... 8

CERTIFICATION/CONTINUING EDUCATION Child Care..................................................................................................................11 Medical/Healthcare/Fitness............................................................................. 12-13 Lean...........................................................................................................................13 Quality/American Society for Quality (ASQ)/Lean ....................................... 13-14 BUSINESS/FINANCE/MARKETING

Business....................................................................................................... 14 Accounting/Finance..................................................................................... 14 Marketing.................................................................................................... 15 Hospitality Management and Event Planning.............................................. 16 Business Management & Leadership...................................................... 15-16 Essential Skills of Estate “Family” Planning........................................... 16-17 Computers

Introduction to Computers..................................................................................17 Internet/Social Media.........................................................................................17 Computer Applications................................................................................. 17-18 Microsoft Access...................................................................................... 18 Microsoft Excel........................................................................................ 19 Microsoft Word........................................................................................ 19 Financial.................................................................................................. 19 Computer/IT Certifications ................................................................. 19-20 Computer Aided Design...................................................................... 20-21 Web Design........................................................................................ 21-22 Video Gaming/Animation/Photoshop with Digital Photography.............. 22 Graphic Design........................................................................................ 23

AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY Automotive Technology............................................................................... 24

Some of What’s NEW!

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Certified Cardiographic Technician (CCT) Review Workshop ..................................... 12 Project Management Certification ............................................................................. 16 Vendor Management ................................................................................................. 16 SQL (MS) Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced ............................................................ 20 Revit Structure ........................................................................................................... 21 Construction Management / Supervision ................................................................... 25 Ohio Building Code Compliance ................................................................................ 25 Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) ...................................................................... 27 Painting with YUPO Workshop .................................................................................. 29 Learn How to Rivet .................................................................................................... 29 How to Use Your IPad ............................................................................................... 30 Chef Sokolowski’s Cooking Series: Meat Loaf, Port Schnitzel, Soups, Stuffed Peppers, Chicken Paprikash, Meatballs and Pasta, Appetizers, and Beef Stew ......................................................................................... 31 Alternative Health for Pets Series .............................................................................. 33 Theater Fundamentals ............................................................................................... 35 Tarot Card Combinations ........................................................................................... 36 Ice Skating ................................................................................................................. 38

Online Registration Available at www.polaris.edu

The Polaris Career Center Adult Education Department offers comprehensive education and training services that are essential for individuals entering the job market, seeking a new career or looking to update their skills. Our programs and services are continually upgraded and expanded to remain current with today’s changing technology and job market.

Our commitment to excellence makes Polaris Career Center a leader in career-technical education.

CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY Construction Technology.........................................................................24-25 Carpentry/Woodworking...............................................................................26 Flooring.........................................................................................................26 Painting........................................................................................................26 Weekend Warrior Series.............................................................................. 26

INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY Electrical Wiring/Electricity............................................................................27 Low Pressure Boiler......................................................................................27 Plumbing.......................................................................................................27 Welding........................................................................................................28 Small Engine Repair......................................................................................28

PERSONAL ENRICHMENT Entrepreneur.................................................................................................28 Personal Finance and Real Estate Investing..................................................28 Arts, Crafts & Jewelry .............................................................................28-30 Literature/Voice Acting/Telecommunications................................................30 Culinary.........................................................................................................30 Pastry.......................................................................................................31-32 Dance/Exercise.........................................................................................32-33 Wellness/Safety/Senior & Pet Needs........................................................33-35 General Interest.......................................................................................35-36 Photography.................................................................................................36 Home & Garden............................................................................................36 Foreign Language.........................................................................................37 College Planning...........................................................................................37 Music............................................................................................................37 Sports & Leisure.......................................................................................37-38 Casino Game Series......................................................................................38 Tours.............................................................................................................38

MOTORCYCLE SAFETY...........................................................................39 GED/BASIC SKILLS CLASSES Adult Basic Literacy Education.............................................................................. 39 POLARIS LOCATION Evenings M Sept. 1, 2014 M T Oct. 28, 2014 Th Nov. 13, 2014 W,Th Nov. 26 - 27, 2014 Th-F M Dec. 23, 2014 M TH Jan. 1, 2015 F M Jan. 19, 2015 M M Feb. 16, 2015 M F Th May 14, 2015 M May 25, 2015 M

NO CLASSES ON THE FOLLOWING: Weekdays Weekends Sept. 1, 2014 Aug. 30 & 31, 2014

Nov. 27 - 28, 2014 Dec. 24 2014 Jan. 2, 2015 Jan. 19, 2015 Feb. 16, 2015 Apr. 17, 2015

Nov. 29 & Nov. 30, 2014 Dec. 27 & 28, 2014 Jan 3 & 4, 2015

May 25, 2015

May 23 & 24, 2015

Apr. 4 & 5, 2015

Any of our course offerings can be customized for your organization at your site or at Polaris Career Center. Contact Nada Koury, Business Coordinator, 440-891-7646 or nkoury@polaris.edu.

Job Training Programs/Information

Adult Education Job Training Programs The Adult Job Training Programs at Polaris Career Center are designed to prepare students for meaningful careers in today’s leading occupations.

Each program features comprehensive, hands-on training for adults who are just starting a career, who are in job transition, or who want to upgrade their existing skills to remain competitive. Complete a Job Training Program at Polaris Career Center and master job skills and concepts that will maximize potential employment opportunities.

Gainful employment information is available at www.polaris.edu/adult-education/programs.

Polaris Career Center offers the following Job Training Programs: Financial Aid Eligible Job Training Programs (For those who qualify - 600 hours or longer)

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Cosmetology Academy ....................................................................... 3 Dental Assisting.................................................................................. 3 Early Child Care Education/Child Development Associate................. 4 Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration (HVAC/R) ...... 4 Medical Assisting ............................................................................... 5 Medical Billing & Coding.................................................................... 5 Natural Resources/Ranger/Basic Peace Officer Academy................... 6 Pharmacy Technician .......................................................................... 7 Precision/CNC Machine Technology.................................................... 8 Welding .............................................................................................. 8 Short-Term Training Programs (less than 600 hours) Cardiographic Technician ................................................................... 2 Nurse Assistant .................................................................................. 6 Phlebotomy Certification ................................................................... 8

You’re Invited!

JOB TRAINING PROGRAM OPEN HOUSE

Wednesday, August 6, 2014 Tuesday, January 20, 2015 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM • Learn more about our job training programs & career opportunities.

• Meet our instructors and tour our facility.

• Get answers to your questions and information on financial aid, interest-free tuition payment plans, federal student loans & Pell grants.

For more information, call 440-891-7600.

What’s in it for You? During instruction or upon completion of any Job Training Program, you will receive: • A Career Portfolio – documentation of your capabilities • A Certificate of Completion - 90% attendance and passing grades required • Job Readiness Assistance – training in job-seeking skills, resumé writing and interviewing techniques

• Job Search Assistance • College credit - in selected courses • Earn Industry Recognized Certifications – passing scores required

JOB TRAINING PROGRAM REGISTRATION & FINANCIAL AID PRESENTATIONS Come to a presentation and learn all you need to know about applying for financial aid and the registration process.

Thursday, July 24, 2014 Thursday, August 14, 2014

Thursday, August 21, 2014 Thursday, January 8, 2015 Thursday, November 20, 2014 Thursday, January 15, 2015 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Get answers to your questions and information on financial aid, interest free tuition payment plans, federal student loans & Pell grants.

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Adult Education Job Training Programs

Career Counseling • Making a career choice or seeking a new career?

• Laid-off or planning to return to the workforce?

• Don’t know where to start? Contact Judy Whalen, at 440-891-7747 for a FREE CONSULTATION!!

If you would like to develop a plan to determine a career decision that is right for you, schedule an Individualized Career Testing session, which will measure your interests, values, and aptitudes in a variety of occupations. (Cost $89)

Call Judy Whalen at 440-891-7747. Test results and a step-bystep plan will be provided at a follow-up conference. (The cost of this testing will be deducted from tuition when a student registers for a Polaris Job Training program.)

For additional information on any of our Job Training Programs, call Elaine Byrd at 440-891-7697, or Mary Koeka at 440-891-7653.

Cardiographic Technician (230 Hours)

Schedule/Tuition: The Cardiographic Technician program at Polaris Fall 2014 Career Center is designed to prepare students to Monday & Wednesday, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM perform non-invasive cardiac testing procedures September 8, 2014 – January 28, 2015 (approximate ending such as electrocardiograms, Holter and telemetry date) monitoring, and stress testing. Students will also learn employability skills. Cardiographic technicians work in Spring 2015 hospitals and cardiology offices to assist physicians in Monday & Wednesday, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM the diagnosis and monitoring of heart disease.

February 9, 2015 - June 29, 2015 (approximate ending date) Students will receive 130 hours of classroom and lab Tuition Fee: $2,995 (Includes materials fee of $525) time. In addition, students will have the opportunity Students can expect the following additional costs: to gain practical experience through a 100-hour immunizations and/or titres, & uniform. unpaid externship in a local clinical setting. A Tuition includes textbooks, supplies, and certification minimum of 90% attendance with a C average or examination fee. better is required for students to participate in the externship opportunity in a non-smoking facility.

Note: Externship hours must be completed during daytime working hours, Monday through Friday. Healthcare providers require immunizations for students participating in externships. The cost of the immunization(s) will be the student’s responsibility. Prior to the externship, students will be required to have a background check.

Upon completion, students will be eligible to take the Cardiographic Technician (CCT) exam through Cardiovascular Credentialing International. The exam is administered at Polaris Career Center.

Prerequisite: Medical Terminology course or concurrent enrollment in a Medical Terminology course. Proof of registration or successful course completion (transcript or certificate of completion) is required. Polaris Career Center offers the Medical Terminology course, (see below). Medical Terminology test-out is available.

Medical Terminology/Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology (48 hrs.)

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Success in the healthcare field requires a working knowledge of the language and medical terminology. Basic information about the structures and functions of each body system is presented to aid in mastering the meaning and spelling of thousands of medical terms and abbreviations.

Popular classes fill up fast!

6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

August 21, 2014 – December 18, 2014 (no class 11/13 and 11/27) Th 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM February 5, 2015 - May 28, 2015 (no class 5/14) Class fee $445 ..........Materials fee $100 .........Total $545

Enroll early and get the class you want.

Register now! Call 440-891-7600

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Adult Education Job Training Programs

Cosmetology Academy (1500 Hours)

Schedule/Tuition: The Cosmetology Academy prepares students for a challenging career in this exciting, cuttingMonday – Thursday, 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM edge field. Gain hands-on experience in the Polaris Career Center New Beginnings Salon September 8, 2014 – June, 2016 (approximate ending date) while obtaining the industry knowledge necessary for the State Board Cosmetology license.

Tuition Fee: $12,995 (Includes material fee of $1,250) Acquire skills commonly used in Students can expect the following cosmetology in the following areas: additional cost: Uniform • Dispensary operations Tuition includes textbooks, • Sanitation tool kit with mannequins, nail • Reception duties kit, smock, and State Board • Salon management examination fee.

Emphasis will be placed on the hands-on practice of: • Scalp care and hair treatments Career Options (State license required): • Shaping and cutting hair • Cosmetologist • Esthetician • Styling hair • Color technician • Nail technician • Permanent waving • Perm specialist • Platform artist • Hair relaxing and coloring The Cosmetology Academy is a 2-year • Hair cutting specialist • Equipment sales • Hair highlighting and toning program. Qualified students will have Students will also learn employability skills.

• Manicuring and pedicuring access to two years of Pell Grant funding Visit www.polaris.edu to view the program video.

• Facial treatments consisting of one 900-hour award and • Wig and hairpiece care one 600-hour award.

Dental Assisting (900 Hours) A career as a dental assistant offers many employment opportunities and the field is growing according to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics. As valuable members of the dental care team, assistants increase the efficiency of the dentist in the delivery of quality oral health care. This course will teach the skills needed to enter the dental assisting field.: Skills taught include: • Introduction to dentistry/oral health and nutrition • Infection control • Head and neck anatomy/physiology • Patient care/dental charting/ psychology • Restorative materials/advanced chairside

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Laboratory materials Radiology Practice management Computer technology Dental specialties Employability skills

Schedule/Tuition: Monday – Thursday, 5:00 PM – 10:30 PM September 8, 2014 – June 25, 2015 (approximate ending date) Tuition Fee: $8,995 (Includes materials fee of $410) Tuition includes textbooks, examination and license fees.

Students can expect the following additional costs: uniforms, physical exam & immunizations and/or titres.

Dental Assisting students will have the opportunity to gain practical experience through a 250-hour, unpaid externship (additional days may be required for the externship). A minimum of 90% attendance with a C average or better is required for students to participate in the externship opportunity.

Students completing the program will be eligible to take the Certified Ohio Dental Assisting examination, and earn the credential CODA (Certified Ohio Dental Assistant). Students will also complete the Ohio Dental Assistant Radiographer initial training course. This initial training course satisfies the requirements of the Ohio State Dental Board and allows the student to earn the Ohio Dental Assistant Radiographer license.

For more information or to register, call 440-891-7600.

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Adult Education Job Training Programs

Early Child Care Education/Child Development Associate (930 Hours)

Schedule/Tuition: The Early Child Care Education/Child Development Associate (CDA) is the most widely recognized Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM credential in early child care education (ECE) and is a key stepping stone on the path of career September 15, 2014 – June 23, 2015 (approximate advancement in ECE. The Polaris Career Center CDA program is designed to prepare students to ending date) successfully complete the requirements for the nationally recognized CDA credential. The CDA Tuition Fee: $6,995 (Includes materials fee of $685) credential is based on a core set of competency standards which guide early care professionals as they work toward becoming qualified teachers of young children. CDA students will learn how Tuition includes textbooks, Infant/Child CPR, Communicable Disease, First Aid and Child Abuse to nurture the emotional, physical, intellectual, and social development of children. Students Recognition training and certification fees, and will also learn employability skills. The CDA student will gain knowledge of how to put the CDA CDA application fee.

Competency Standards into practice and an understanding of why those standards help children Students can expect the following additional costs: move with success from one developmental stage to another. With the new Step-Up-to-Quality physical exam, immunizations and/or titres & TB test, and requirements, earning a CDA background check. credential will enhance a student’s job opportunities.

Students will receive 450-hours of classroom training and have the opportunity to gain practical experience in a 480-hour unpaid required field experience/externship at an area child care center. A minimum of 90% attendance with a C average or better is required for students to participate in the externship opportunity. Prior to the field experience/externship, students will be required to have and show proof of a physical exam, complete a background check, obtain necessary immunizations/titres, and a TB test. Note: Field experience hours will vary between 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM and will be determined by the child care center.

Upon completion of the CDA program, the student will be eligible to apply for the CDA credential.

Learn the CDA Observation Method, R-O-R (Review, Observance & Reflect) and plan for the Verification Visit.

Visit www.polaris.edu to view the program video.

Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC/R) (600 Hours) The highly trained technicians in the Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC/R) profession maintain the complex HVAC/R systems used in residential, light industrial, and commercial buildings. Trained technicians have job stability and high earning potential.

The HVAC/R program at Polaris Career Center will help the student access this growing field. This program takes place in a comprehensive classroom and practical learning environment.

All instructional materials, as well as the CFC Refrigerant Recovery/Recycling and ICE certification examination fees, are included.

All students are given the opportunity to earn National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER) certification in Core Curriculum.

The course includes: • Introduction to Construction and Maintenance (Core Curriculum) • HVAC/R safety relates issues • Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration (HVAC/R) • Heating & air conditioning installation procedures • Understanding schematics • Airside systems • Proper venting • CFC Refrigerant Recovery/Recycling Certification • ICE Certification

Popular classes fill up fast!

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Schedule/Tuition: Fall 2014 - Day Monday – Thursday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM September 2, 2014 – January 21, 2015 (approximate ending date) Fall 2014 - Evening Monday – Thursday, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM September 15, 2014 - May 5, 2015 (approximate ending date) Spring 2015 - Day Monday – Thursday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM February 2, 2015 – June 8, 2015 (approximate ending date) Tuition Fee: $8,495 (Includes materials fee of $410) Students can expect the following additional costs: None Tuition includes textbooks, and certification examination fees.

Qualifies for CT2 Career Technical College Credit College credit can be received via the Ohio Board of Regents Career Technical Transfer Guarantee System (CT2). Detailed information is available at www.transfercredit.ohio.gov.

Duct work Electrical code & electrical controls Mechanical maintenance Air properties & balancing Heating & air conditioning diagnostic techniques Refrigeration troubleshooting Customer service

• Employability Skills

Enroll early and get the class you want.

Register now! Call 440-891-7600

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There is no better time than the present to enter the healthcare field. The Medical Assisting program is a great way to gain access to this exciting profession. Recently, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) have decided credentialed medical assistants can enter orders into patient medical records for the computerized provider order entry (CPOE) – a task previously limited to licensed healthcare professionals. This means that medical assistant students who become credentialed can offer additional workflow efficiency and compliance benefits to their employers.

The Medical Assisting curriculum prepares students to perform administrative, clinical and laboratory procedures for employment in a physician’s office, clinic, or hospital.

The course will cover, but is not limited to, the following: • Health insurance claim forms • Medical terminology, anatomy and physiology • AED/adult/child/infant CPR • Entry-level clinical skills • First aid/medical emergencies • Phlebotomy certification • Computer skills • Scheduling appointments • Psychology of human behavior • Records management/electronic • Employability skills medical records • OSHA/universal precautions • Medical law and ethics • HIPAA/standards and guidelines • Entry-level ICD-9/CPT coding

Schedule/Tuition: Fall 2014 – Day Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM September 15, 2014 – May 18, 2015 (approximate ending date) Spring 2015 – Evening Monday - Thursday, 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM February 9, 2015 – December 1, 2015 (approximate ending date) Tuition Fee: $8,995 (Includes materials fee of $750) Tuition includes textbooks, CMA and IAPS examination fees.

Students can expect the following additional costs: immunizations and/or titres, physical exam and uniform.

Qualifies for CT2 Career Technical College Credit College credit can be received via the Ohio Board of Regents Career Technical Transfer Guarantee System (CT2). Detailed information is available at www.transfercredit.ohio.gov.

Adult Education Job Training Programs

Medical Assisting (946 Hours)

Medical Assisting students will have the opportunity to gain practical experience through a 160-hour unpaid externship which will take place during the program’s 946 hours. A minimum of 90% attendance with a C average or better is required for students to participate in the externship opportunity. Students will be required to have a routine physical, and criminal background check prior to externship. Some healthcare systems and physician practices may require proof of current immunizations for students participating in externships. Students must also complete the Hepatitis B series prior to participation in their externships.

The Polaris Career Center Medical Assisting Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of the Medical Assisting Education Review Board. (MAERB). Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Program, 1361 Park Street, Clearwater FL 33756, 727-210-2350.

Upon completion of the program, students are eligible to take the Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification examination and the International Academy of Phlebotomy Sciences (IAPS) certification examination.

Visit www.polaris.edu to view the program video.

Medical Billing & Coding (900 Hours) This 900-hour program is designed for those who wish to gain employment in medical billing, coding and health information management. Employment opportunities include physician practices, outpatient clinics, billing companies as well as a variety of other medical facilities. Students will develop a thorough knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, diseases and conditions, electronic health records, practice management software, medical office administration practices, diagnostic and procedural coding, hospital billing, reimbursement and claim form procedures, employability skills and healthcare law and ethics. Graduates will be prepared for entry-level positions as medical administrative assistants, electronic health records specialists, and medical billing and coding specialists.

Schedule/Tuition Fall 2014 Monday – Thursday, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM September 15, 2014 – June 24, 2015 (approximate ending date) Spring 2015 Monday – Thursday, 5:30 PM – 10:30 PM February 9, 2015 – December 17, 2015 (approximate ending date) Tuition Fee: $8,995 (Includes materials fee of $1505) Tuition includes textbooks and certification examination fees.

Students can expect the following additional costs: immunizations and/or titres and physical exam.

Students will complete a 180-hour unpaid externship during daytime working hours towards the end of the program. A minimum of 90% attendance with a C average or better is required for students to participate in the externship opportunity.

Students will be eligible to take the National HealthCareer Association Certified Medical Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS), exam, Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA), and the Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS) exam. Healthcare providers may require immunizations for students participating in externships.

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Natural Resources/Ranger/Basic Peace Officer Academy (600 Hours) The Polaris Career Center Natural Resources/Ranger/Basic Peace Officer Academy prepares candidates for police and natural resource law enforcement officer positions and other careers that require peace officer training. This 600-hour program is conducted under the auspices of the Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission. The instruction will be provided by those who have experience and expertise in the field of law enforcement, natural resources, and parks and recreation.

The Academy Training includes: • Administration • Legal • Human resources • Firearms • Driving • Subject control • First aid

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Patrol Civil disorders Investigation Physical conditioning Aerosol defense spray Expandable baton Employability skills

As an all-inclusive academy, the following are provided for use during the program: • Academy uniforms • Shotgun • Duty/gun belt with accessories • Expandable baton (holster, magazine pouch, • Chemical repellent spray handcuff case etc.)

(OC/Pepper Spray) • Handgun • Taser Applicants must be 21 years old by the completion of the program, have a valid driver’s license and must complete a background check and a physical examination. All state and federal guidelines dictating the carrying of a firearm and minimum physical fitness standards set by the Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission will be followed.

Commissioned and open enrollment applicants will be accepted.

Natural Resources/Ranger/ Basic Peace Officer Academy (OPOTA) registration procedures:

Schedule/Tuition: Monday – Thursday & Saturday, 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM (M - Th) & 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Saturday) September 8, 2014 – April, 2015 (exact completion date determined by enrollment and weather; some Fridays and Sundays may be required) Tuition Fee: $5,795 (Includes materials fee of $785) Tuition includes uniforms, supplies listed, and state examination fee.

Students can expect the following additional costs: physical exam and background check.

Qualifies for CT2 Career Technical College Credit College credit can be received via the Ohio Board of Regents Career Technical Transfer Guarantee System (CT2). Detailed information is available at www. transfercredit.ohio.gov.

1) Register with first payment by Wednesday, July 30, 2014.

2) Attend mandatory orientation meeting on Thursday, July 31, 2014, at 6:00 PM 3) Successfully complete an initial physical fitness assessment (date to be determined).

Any student not passing the initial physical fitness assessment may be removed from the program roster and tuition monies will be refunded in full.

Nurse Assistant (90 Hours) State Tested Nursing Assistants gain employment caring for diverse patient populations including the elderly in long-term care settings, assisted living facilities, home care environments and hospitals.

The program is state-approved and consists of mandatory attendance for classroom/clinical hours.

The STNA exam is included in the tuition and is offered to students after successful completion of the program. Medicare approved Home Health Aide certification and American Heart Association Basic Life Support (CPR) certification is also included. The 2-step Mantoux TB test is required before class begins.

Immunizations may be required and the cost is the responsibility of the student. Employers/clinical sites may require a background check. Uniform requirements will be discussed on the first day of class.

The course will cover, but is not limited to, the following: • Personal protective equipment • Use of a gait belt for transfers and ambulation • Toileting residents • Use of a bedpan • Assisting with dressing and feeding • Personal care skills, including: mouth care, perineal care, and bathing/hair care • Vital signs: temperatures, pulse, respiration and blood pressure

Schedule/Tuition: Fall 2014 Monday – Thursday, 8:00 AM – 1:30 PM September 8, 2014 – October 7, 2014 October 13, 2014 – November 11, 2014 Spring 2015 Monday – Thursday, 8:00 AM – 1:30 PM January 20, 2015 – February 19, 2015 February 23, 2015 - March 24, 2015 April 13, 2015 – May 12, 2015 Tuition Fee: $995 (No Discount – Includes materials fee of $290) Tuition includes textbook, CPR fees and STNA examination fee.

Students can expect the following additional costs: immunizations and/or titres, uniform and 2-Step Mantoux TB test.

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The Pharmacy Technician program prepares students for pharmacy career opportunities in retail, hospital, and long-term care settings. Pharmacy Technicians assist licensed pharmacists to provide medication and other health care products.

Pharmacy Technician students will have the opportunity to gain practical experience through an unpaid 96-hour externship. The program prepares students to take the Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) Certification exam.

The course will include, but is not limited to, the following: • Communication skills • Medical terminology • Customer service • Anatomy and physiology • Computer technology • Pharmacology • OSHA • Pharmacy practice • HIPAA • Pharmacy technology • Inventory control • Pharmaceutical terminology • Billing and reimbursement • Pharmaceutical calculations • Health insurance claim forms • Medication dispensing • Sterile admixtures preparation • Drug storage • Extemporaneous compounding • Office skills • Ambulatory pharmacy externship • Recordkeeping • Employability skills • Pharmaceutical techniques • Pharmacy law and ethics

Schedule/Tuition: Spring 2015 Monday - Thursday, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM February 17, 2015 – November 23, 2015 (approximate ending date) Tuition Fee: $5,995 (Includes materials fee of $560) Tuition includes textbooks and certification examination fee.

Students can expect the following additional costs: immunization and/or titres, drug screening and uniforms.

Prior to externship participation, students will be required to complete a criminal background check, and drug screening. A minimum of 90% attendance with a C average or better is required for students to participate in the externship opportunity.

Some healthcare systems, physician practices, and/or pharmacies may require immunizations for students participating in externships.

Adult Education Job Training Programs

Pharmacy Technician (600 Hours)

Phlebotomy Certification (252 Hours)

Schedule/Tuition: Students will be trained to perform a Fall 2014 variety of blood collection methods on Monday – Wednesday, 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM adults using proper techniques and September 15, 2014 – January 28, 2015 (approximate ending date) precautions including: vacuum collection Spring 2015 devices, syringes, capillary skin puncture, Monday – Wednesday, 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM and butterfly needles. Students will also learn employability skills. Both classroom February 17, 2015 – June 30, 2015 (approximate ending date) instruction and clinical experience/ Tuition Fee: $2,995 (Includes materials fee of $500) externship during a 100-hour unpaid Tuition includes textbooks, and certification examination fee. externship at a healthcare facility will Students can expect the following additional costs: provide an opportunity for the student to gain the skill and knowledge necessary to immunizations and/or titres, drug screening, uniform and flu shot. take the Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) exam through the National Healthcareer Association. A minimum of 90% attendance with a C average or better is required for students to participate in the externship opportunity.

Note: Externship hours will be scheduled during the day and students will be placed as space is available. Students will be required to purchase their own uniforms and prior to the externship, students will also be required to have a criminal background check.

Healthcare providers and labs require immunizations and may require blood titres (at the student’s expense). Prior to starting the externship, students will be required to complete the three-part Hepatitis B vaccination series (at the students expense). Students must have the first of three Hepatitis B vaccinations prior to the first day of class. Drug testing and a flu shot may be required (at the student’s expense).

Prerequisite: Medical Terminology course, (see below) or concurrent enrollment in a Medical Terminology course. Proof of registration in a Medical Terminology course or successful course completion (transcript or certificate of completion) is required at the time of registration. Polaris Career Center offers the Medical Terminology course, (see below). Medical Terminology test-out is available.

Medical Terminology/Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology (48 hrs.)

Success in the healthcare field requires a working knowledge of the language and medical terminology. Basic information about the structures and functions of each body system is presented to aid in mastering the meaning and spelling of thousands of medical terms and abbreviations.

Th 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM August 21, 2014 – December 18, 2014 (no class 11/13 and 11/27) Th 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM February 5, 2015 - May 28, 2015 (no class 5/14) Class fee $445 ..........Materials fee $100 .........Total $545

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Adult Education Job Training Programs

Precision/CNC Machine Technology (600 Hours) Be prepared to enter the high-pay, high-tech field of precision machining. Journeyman machinists, die makers, mold makers and CNC programmers/operators enjoy stable employment in the dynamic environment of manufacturing. Individuals considering careers in all aspects of manufacturing will benefit.

All students will be given the opportunity to earn Level 1 credentials from the National Institute for Metalworking Skills, Inc. (NIMS).

This hands-on curriculum includes: • Applied mathematics, blueprint interpretation, geometric dimensioning & tolerancing • Project work on lathes, mills, surface grinders National Institute for • CNC/CAD/CAM fundamentals Metalworking Skills • Manufacturing safety and job planning • Hand tools and drilling machines • Inspection instruments and quality control • Metallurgy and heat treating • Web-based instruction in partnership with Tooling U. • Employability skills This course work has been approved by the Bureau of Apprenticeship Training for existing company sponsored apprenticeship programs.

Welding (600 Hours) Welding holds the world together, from the exhaust pipe on a car to space technology. Highly trained technicians in the welding and fabricating field maintain, repair and produce the products used in the manufacturing, structural, and fabrication industries. Qualified welding and metal fabricating technicians are in demand, have job stability, and have high earning potential.

Become a trained technician in the welding, fabricating and metallurgical trades and gain access to a growing and demanding field. This program takes place in a comprehensive classroom and state-of-the art welding lab. It is designed to teach practical applications and theory related to the welding trade, while preparing students for the American Welding Society (AWS) exams and certifications.

The program includes, but is not limited to: • • Introduction to Construction and Maintenance (Core Curriculum) • • Welding safety • • Blueprint fundamentals • • Reading welding symbols • • Oxy-acetylene cutting, welding, and • brazing • Base metal preparations • • Weld quality • • SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding or Stick Welding) • • SMAW equipment and setup • • SMAW electrodes and selection

Schedule/Tuition: Monday - Thursday, 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM (some Saturday classes may be required) September 15, 2014 – June 30, 2015 (approximate ending date) Tuition Fee $8,495 (Includes materials fee of $835) Tuition includes textbooks, Tooling U, and examination fee.

Students can expect the following additional costs: None

Schedule/Tuition: Monday – Thursday, 5:30 PM - 10:30 PM (some Saturdays may be required) September 15, 2014 – May 13, 2015 (approximate ending date) Tuition Fee $8,495 (Includes materials fee of $895) Tuition includes textbooks and certification examination fee.

Students can expect the following additional costs: None

SMAW groove welds with backing SMAW open V-groove welds SMAW open-root pipe welds SMAW vertical welding Plasma arc cutting Basic GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding, TIG) Basic GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding, MIG) Theory, welding and machine operation Introduction to pipe welding Employability skills

Students are given the opportunity to earn National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER) certification in Core Curriculum and Welding Level 1 and Americian Welding Society (AWS) certifications.

Popular classes fill up fast!

Enroll early and get the class you want.

Register now! Call 440-891-7600

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All students must register in-person and bring the following: 1) The student’s high school diploma/transcript or GED (General Educational Development), or its equivalent.

2) The student’s valid government issued photo ID (i.e., driver’s license or state ID) 3) Tuition payment (depending on financial aid award – see below) 4) A VISA or MasterCard if tuition is not paid in full at time of registration.

In addition, the following are requirements for specific programs: • Cardiographic Technician – proof of registration or successful completion of a Medical Terminology course • Cosmetology Academy – proof of residency (utility bill, tax bill etc.).

• Natural Resources/Ranger/Basic Peace Officer Academy – students must be 21 years of age by the completion of the program and show proof of automobile insurance • Phlebotomy Certification – proof of registration or successful completion of a Medical Terminology course If the student has been awarded financial aid and has confirmed this with the Financial Aid Coordinator, Pat Carter, 440-891-7668, the student may then register and the financial aid award will be applied to the payment plan. If the student has not applied for financial aid or has not spoken to the Financial Aid Coordinator to confirm the award, please read the Financial Aid information below.

For further Job Training Program information, please call: Elaine Byrd, 440-891-7697 or Mary Koeka, 440-891-7653 For further registration information please call, Mary Koeka, 440-891-7653.

FINANCIAL AID INFORMATION Students are responsible for submitting a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). It is highly recommended that the student start the application process well in advance to registering for a program. When student loan disbursements are received from the federal government, the student’s tuition is credited the disbursed amount. If a student has borrowed funds in excess of the tuition amount, remaining funds are refunded in the form of a check and sent to the student’s address of record. All financial aid student loan funds are disbursed through the Treasurer’s office at Polaris Career Center. Providing the student meets

PELL GRANT OVERVIEW • The maximum award for 2014-2015 is $5,730 for a 900+ clock hour program and $3,820 for a 600-clock hour program.

• Award amounts are based on the student’s EFC (Expected Family Contribution), calculated from the previous year’s income information submitted on the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).

• Pell Grant awards are applied to the student’s tuition account when registering.

• Students are required to self-pay the balance of the tuition not covered by the Pell Grant or William D. Ford Student Loan.

• All Pell Grant funds are applied directly to tuition. The Pell Grant does not have to be repaid.

• To remain eligible for Pell Grant funds, a full-time student must maintain satisfactory academic progress (C average), in addition to a minimum of 90% attendance at all times. Students not in compliance will be responsible for paying the portion of financial aid expected to be received.

APPLYING FOR THE PELL GRANT: Please follow these steps to apply for financial aid: Step 1 – Collect items that will help in completing the FAFSA application, for example: tax returns, bank statements, welfare, assets, child support etc.

Step 2 – Go to www.pin.ed.gov and apply for a PIN number. If you are a dependent student, a parent must also apply for a PIN #. You may create your own PIN number and use it the same day to sign your FAFSA. Step 3 – Complete a 2014-2015 FAFSA form on-line at www.fafsa.gov.

The Polaris Career Center school code is: 016745 Step 4 – If you provide an email address on your application, you will receive (within 3 – 5 days), a SAR (Student Aid Report) from the U.S. Department of Education. If you do not provide an email address, the SAR will arrive by mail within 3 weeks. If you would like to check the status of your FAFSA, go to www.fafsa.gov.

satisfactory progress standards, the financial aid student loan refunds are disbursed to the student as stated in the Student Policies and Financial Aid Consumer Handbook found on the Polaris Career Center website www. polaris.edu. (The dates listed are subject to change and are approximate dates). Gainful employment information may also be found at www.polaris. edu.

The following Federal financial aid options exist to cover all or part of a student’s tuition:

Registration and Financial Aid Information

JOB TRAINING PROGRAM REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Step 5 – Once you have received your SAR report, contact: Pat Carter, Financial Aid Coordinator at 440-891-7668 Your financial aid must be confirmed with Pat Carter before registration can be initiated.

Due to heavy call volume, it might be necessary to leave the following information in a voice mail message: 1) clearly say and spell your name 2) a return phone number where you can be reached 3) the name of the program you intend to register for, and 4) say that you’ve completed your FAFSA application Step 6 – All students are required to register at Polaris Career Center, Adult Education Office, by completing a Tuition Agreement.

A valid MasterCard or Visa must be presented at the time of registration and will be kept on file for collateral purposes.

WILLIAM D. FORD STUDENT LOAN OVERVIEW • Student loans must be repaid. Repayment starts six months after program completion or withdrawal.

• Subsidized Loans are available for students with demonstrated financial need, as determined by federal regulations. No interest is charged while the student is in school. The maximum amount that can be borrowed is $3,500 (less the processing fee).

• Unsubsidized Loans are not based on financial need. Interest is charged beginning with the first disbursement. The maximum amount that can be borrowed is $6,000 (less the processing fee).

For further information visit www.direct.ed.gov, or www.polaris.edu/adult-education/financial-aid/

APPLYING FOR WILLIAM D. FORD FEDERAL STUDENT LOANS: Step 1 – Compete the 2014-2015 FAFSA. Step 2 – Visit www.studentloans.gov.

Step 3 – Sign in with your FAFSA PIN.

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Step 4 – Carefully read the information provided regarding the loan process, subsidized and unsubsidized loans, processing fees, interest rates, and repayment.

Step 5 – Complete “Entrance Counseling”. This step is dependent upon the loan being disbursed.

Step 6 – Complete and submit the “Master Promissory Note” (MPN). This step is also dependent upon the loan being disbursed.

Step 7 – Contact Pat Carter (440-891-7668), Financial Aid Coordinator, 3-5 days after the MPN has been submitted, to confirm loan approval and to certify the amount to be borrowed.

Step 8 – Once the student has confirmed his/her Pell Grant and/or student loan amount, the student may register at Polaris Career Center in-person. All financial aid recipients are required to register at Polaris Career Center, Adult Education Office, by completing a Tuition Agreement. A valid MasterCard or Visa must be presented at the time of registration and will be kept on file for collateral purposes.

Step 9 – Complete “Exit Counseling” before the last loan disbursement. (This step is also dependent upon loan funds being disbursed).

Federal student loan funds will be applied first toward outstanding tuition costs for the current loan disbursement period. Once student accounts are made current with loan funds, remaining loan monies due to students will be mailed to the student’s address of record in the form of a check within 2 weeks of Polaris Career Center receiving the funds.

The Pell Grant and William D. Ford Federal Student Loans are each disbursed in two separate payments. One half of each award will be disbursed in the Fall and one half will be disbursed in the Spring, depending on the class start date. A complete listing of program disbursement dates may be found in the Adult Education Student Policies and Financial Aid Consumer Handbook. Polaris Career Center adheres to the policies and procedures established by the U.S. Department of Education, the Auditor of the State of Ohio, and the Treasurer’s Office for all disbursements.

TUITION PAYMENT PLAN • An interest-free tuition payment plan is offered by the Adult Education Department for Job Training Programs. Students may visit Polaris Career Center, Monday thru Friday from 8:30AM – 3:30PM to complete a payment plan and register. Please note – the first payment will be due at time of registration. If the times stated above are not convenient, please contact, Mary Koeka, Administrative Coordinator 440-891-7653, to make arrangements for registration.

• The cost of the program will be divided into payments (depending on the length of the class) with an initial payment due at the time of registration and the final payment scheduled for one month prior to the end of the program.

• A valid MasterCard or VISA must be kept on file when the Tuition Payment Plan arrangements are made with the Adult Education Office.

• Polaris Career Center offers, at no additional cost, an automatic payment option for payments to be deducted on the student’s MasterCard or VISA on payment due dates.

• Monthly payments are due the 1st of each month beginning with the month the program begins, except for the following: Nurse Assistant – second payment is due one week after class begins.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Discounts (only one discount from the following may be applied) • Residents and/or high school graduates from the following communities are given a $100 tuition discount on any of the Job Training Programs except Nurse Assistant: Berea Fairview Park Olmsted Falls Brook Park Middleburg Heights Olmsted Township Brooklyn North Olmsted Strongsville • Polaris Career Center GED graduates are given a $100 tuition discount on any of the Job Training Programs except Nurse Assistant.

Program Cancellation The Adult Education department must cancel programs that do not attain the required minimum enrollment. If a program is cancelled, all tuition agreements are null and void and full refunds are disbursed to the student within 15 business days.

1098-T Tax Forms All job training students will receive via mail a 1098-T form annually.

Transfer of Students/Credits from Other Institutions Polaris Career Center does not grant advanced standing to students transferring from other institutions.

Transfer of Students Between Programs Prior to the program start date, registered students may not transfer to another program. Students must withdraw from their current program and re-register for another program. The $100 cancellation fee policy will be in effect and applied.

Withdrawal/Refunds Policy Official Withdrawal – Withdrawal from a Job Training Program is considered official on the date notification is received in the adult education office from the student. Tuition fees will continue to accrue until notification is received from the student. A $100 cancellation fee will be charged for all job training program withdrawals. Refunds are prorated and based on the hours the program was held until withdrawal notification date. Books and material fees are non-refundable. If a student paid tuition by check or cash, the refund will be disbursed within 15 business days in the form of a Polaris Career Center check. If the student paid tuition using a credit card, the refund will be credited on the credit card initially charged.

Unofficial Withdrawal - Withdrawal from a Job Training Program is considered unofficial when a student does not attend, contact the instructor, or the Adult Education office for 10 consecutive days.

Tuition fees will continue to accrue until the 10th day at which time a student will be withdrawn automatically. A $100 cancellation fee will be charged for all job training program withdrawals. Refunds are prorated and based on the hours the program has been held until withdrawal date. Books and material fees are non-refundable. If a student paid tuition by check or cash, the refund will be disbursed within 15 business days in the form of a Polaris Career Center check. If the student paid tuition using a credit card, the refund will be credited on the credit card initially charged.

Students who officially withdraw or are unofficially withdrawn and have a balance due will be invoiced by Polaris Career Center and given 60 days to pay the balance. Students may contact the Adult Education office if a payment plan is needed. If after 60 days the balance is not paid in full, the debt will be reported to the Ohio Attorney General’s office for collection.

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ONLINE COURSES

Polaris Career Center’s Customized / Corporate Training

Online Courses From ed2go

Does your Company/Organization need training for your workforce?

Polaris Career Center can help employers develop strategies to make your workforce more effective and productive. We can create a customized training program that matches your organization’s specific needs – for entry-level workers to toplevel executives. We work with small and large businesses, publicly and privately held companies, nonprofit organizations, city and county governments, public agencies, manufacturing, and trade organizations.

Training can be provided on-site at your workplace or on our campus.

Customized training can be arranged for any size group, at a time convenient for your employees and at a reasonable cost. We provide the content, expert trainers, and deliver quality training for your whole team to receive great information, knowledge, and experience at the same time. This will save your employees time away from the office and your organization’s expensesassociated with travel.

The following is a sample of courses we can offer your organization. For additional course offerings, scheduling, and pricing, please contact our Business Coordinator, Nada Koury – 440-891-7646 or email nkoury@polaris.edu.

Polaris Career Center Adult Education has partnered with the world’s leading provider of online learning, and offers more than 300 courses that can be completed over the Internet.

Courses are available in the areas of Accounting, Computer Literacy, Business Administration, Computer Certification Prep, Computer Applications, Database Management, Digital Photography & Video, Graphic Design, Languages, Law, PC Troubleshooting, Start Your Business, the Internet, Web Page Design and more! All courses are facilitated by expert instructors, many of whom are nationally known authors. Courses are project-oriented and include lessons, quizzes, hands-on assignments, discussion areas, and supplementary links.

All ed2go courses can be completed from the convenience of home or office, 24/7. Visit www.ed2go.com/polaris for more information or to register.

Requirements: All courses require Internet access, email and Mozilla Firefox or Internet Explorer. Some courses may have additional requirements. Please review online course syllabus for details. Unless otherwise specified, courses begin every month and are about six weeks in length.

All courses are offered monthly!

Course Tuition only $109 each

• Health and Fitness • Stress and Time Management • Quality / Six Sigma • LEAN • Business • Marketing • Management/Leadership • Communications • Computer Applications - Microsoft Office - Financial Applications - Computer Aided Design - Desktop Publishing/Graphics/Web Design

• Construction/Industrial Technology - Blueprint Reading - Electrical - Low Pressure Boiler - Plumbing - Welding - Building Services & Maintenance - Carpentry - GDT - Lift Truck Operations

Online Career Training Programs Prepare for today’s hottest careers from the comfort of your home or office!

The GES Career Training Programs are comprehensive, self-paced and completely online. You can begin these programs at any time and learn when it fits your schedule.

Programs are available in the following areas: Healthcare and Fitness, Business and Professional, IT and Software Development, Management and Corporate, Media and Design, Hospitality and Service Industry, Skilled Trades and Industrial, Sustainable Energy and Going Green.

For more information or to register for a GES course visit www.gatlineducation.com/polaris.

Please note: Once the course is accessed either by requesting materials or viewing lessons, there are no refunds. If you have technical questions prior to enrolling, contact Gatlin Education Services by emailing: support@gatlineducation.com or call 887-221-5151.

CERTIFICATION/CONTINUING EDUCATION CHILD CARE Polaris Adult Education offers classes that qualify for the required training hours necessary for staff members employed in licensed child care centers as well as home day care centers. Formal child care educational hours required for Step Up to Quality or to obtain a Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) are available.

ODJFS, ODE, and CDA certificates are issued for Child Abuse Recognition & Prevention, Communicable Disease, First Aid, Heartsaver CPR and Child Development and related classes.

Call 440-891-7600 for a flyer with complete details or go to www.polaris.edu (click on adult education/course offerings/certificate & continuing education/ child care-in-service/course descriptions.)

Complete Your CDA (Child Development Associate) (133 hrs.)

Have you completed 480 hours of field experience in an Early Child Care environment in the past three years? Are you currently working in an Infant/ Toddler, Preschool or family Child Care setting? Then complete your CDA Credential now and apply before the holidays! Learn the Observation method of R-O-R (Review, Observe, Reflect) to prepare for your Verification Visit, complete your Professional Portfolio and meet all educational requirements.

480 hours Child Care experience in classroom or family care setting in past three years required. You must be currently employed In one of these settings.

(School age experience, or experience as director/administrator does not qualify.)

Please be prepared to indicate Infant/Toddler, Preschool or Family child Care at time of registration for appropriate materials to be ordered for your endorsement. (Tuition includes text, CDA Competency Standard Book and Portfolio materials).

T,Th 6:00 PM – 9:30 PM Aug. 19 - Dec. 9, 2014 and Sat 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM Sept. 20, Oct. 25, and Nov. 15, 2014 Class fee $695 ..........Materials fee $100 .........Total $795

Customized/Corporate Training/Online Courses/Certification/Continuing Education

CUSTOMIZED/CORPORATE TRAINING

*Payment plan available.

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Medical/Healthcare/Fitness

MEDICAL / HEALTHCARE / FITNESS Healthcare Provider CPR for Medical Professionals (4 hrs.)

Sat 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Nov. 1, 2014 Class fee $65 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $65

First Aid for Everyday Emergencies (3 hrs.)

This course will identify common medical emergencies affecting children and adults, help you recognize signs and symptoms, and teach you how to render appropriate emergency care. American Heart completion certificate card included.

Th 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM Oct. 16, 2014 Class fee $43 ............Materials fee $12 ...........Total $55

Bloodborne Pathogens Training (OSHA Standards) (1.5 hrs.)

This course is designed specifically for the workplace health and safety market that must be trained in bloodborne pathogens. The class covers the general OSHA Standard for first-time or renewal bloodborne pathogens training for anyone with a reasonable chance for occupational exposure to blood or blood-containing materials. Course completion card included.

W 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM Dec. 3, 2014 Class fee $40 ............Materials fee $5 .............Total $45

Certified Cardiographic Technician (CCT) Review Workshop (8 hrs.)

This workshop is for individuals working in the field of EKG, cardiac monitoring stress testing and are interested in obtaining the CCT certification from Cardiovascular Credentialing International. Basic cardiac anatomy, electrophysiology, EKG recognition, ambulatory monitoring and stress testing are reviewed. Calipers and textbook will be provided.

W,Th 5:30 PM – 9:30PM Oct. 8 & Oct. 9, 2014 Class fee $135 ..........Materials fee $60 ...........Total $145

Herbal Certification (15 hrs.)

Learn about natural health. All ages and experience levels welcome. Treat many common and chronic illnesses without pharmaceutical drugs. Course includes anatomy and physiology of body systems, common illnesses, nutrition, prevention, herbal treatments and vitamins. Students will receive a certificate from the Alternative Healing Institute. This program (OLN-S-3081) has been approved by the Ohio Board of Nursing through the approver unit of the Ohio League of Nursing for 15 contact hours for LPNs and RNs. This course also counts for ten contact hours for occupational therapy, physical therapy and athletic trainers. Taught by a board certified doctor of naturopathic medicine.

W 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM Sept. 10 - Nov. 19, 2014 (no class 10/15) Class fee $149 ..........Materials fee $0 .............Total $149

Healthcare IT Technician (30 hrs.)

The Healthcare IT Technician course is designed to provide training to assist students in passing the CompTIA Healthcare IT Technician Exam (HIT-001).

This course will prepare students with the knowledge and skills needed to implement, deploy, and support Health IT systems in the healthcare field. Building upon the understanding of regulatory requirements, healthcare terminology/acronyms, and practice workflow learned in the Electronic Health Records course. The focus of this course will be in the direct support of the IT systems used in a healthcare environment. Specific topics will include: computer hardware and software support, installing peripheral devices, network protocols, network client configuration, wireless configuration, IT security measures, and preventative maintenance practices.

Certification exam fees are NOT included in the course fee.

Sat 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Nov. 8 - Dec. 13, 2014 (no class 11/29) Class fee $595 ..........Materials fee $0 .............Total $595 *Payment plan available Register for both Electronic Health Records and Healthcare IT Technician Courses and Save $100

Medical Terminology/Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology (48 hrs.)

Your success in the healthcare field requires a working knowledge of the language and medical terminology. Basic information about the structures and functions of each body system is presented to aid in mastering the meaning and spelling of thousands of medical terms and abbreviations.

Th 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Aug. 21 - Dec. 18, 2014 (no class 11/13 & 11/27) Th 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Feb. 5 - May 28, 2015 (no class 5/15) Class fee $445 ..........Materials fee $100 .........Total $545 *Payment plan available You may be interested in the following course:

The Effects of Toxic Personalities: Dealing with Difficult People (7 hrs.)

Difficult people are difficult on purpose…they have learned over time that others will try to manage or even tolerate their bad behavior. The effects of a toxic person can be damaging and long lasting. They can cause physical and mental distress in others, ruin personal and work relationships, and encounter legal and social difficulties that involve other unwilling participants. High conflict individuals often experience personality or mood disorders, anxiety, and uncontrolled anger issues. Does this sound like somebody you know? If so, learn how to create boundaries, identify stress triggers, defend without becoming defensive, use appropriate humor, develop resilience, and disengage with mindfulness and acceptance. The course will cover the basics of depression, anxiety disorders, aggression, trauma, narcissism, and other behavioral issues.

Sat 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Sept. 27, 2014 Class fee $125 ..........Materials fee $0 .............Total $125

Electronic Health Records: A Short Course about the Electronic Future of Healthcare (24 hrs.)

This course is an introduction to the history, the future, and the technical language associated with electronic health records. Students will work with software programs to learn such functions as patient scheduling and tracking, building medical records from a patient encounter, documenting office visit information, and creating medical databases and reports.

Currently employed healthcare workers can use the course to prepare for their employer’s training for EHR, and others seeking healthcare employment can demonstrate their knowledge of this essential conversion.

Sat 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Oct. 11 - Nov. 1, 2014 Class fee $395 ..........Materials fee $100 .........Total $495

Popular classes fill up fast!

Enroll early and get the class you want.

Register now! Call 440-891-7600 or register online at www.polaris.edu

*Payment plan available

The residents of Berea, Brook Park, Brooklyn, Fairview Park, Middleburg Heights, North Olmsted, Olmsted Falls, Olmsted Township and Strongsville will receive a $5 discount on the tuition fees listed.

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Meet one of our veteran teachers on WEB EX. She can paint you a clear picture of what to expect in the course and what great rewards await you.

Students will be able to ask questions and participate in a live chat with our instructor.

Contact WITS to find out how to register for an online Orientation or for more details on this course.

1-888-330-9487 or www.witseducation.com

Personal Training National Certification (36 hrs.)

Come join this fun course and be a part of what Fortune Magazine & ABC NEWS.com states as the 4th hottest field in the U.S. This challenging course is taught over a 5-week period for better retention and skill competency.

The National Exam is held on the 6th week. This course is formatted as a 60-hour program and is comprised of 15 hours of lecture, 15 hours of hands on practical training and a 30-hour internship that networks many graduates in the field. The course prepares you for success with key topics that include biomechanics, exercise physiology, fitness testing, and equipment usage and health assessment. CPR/AED is needed to receive the certificate. W.I.T.S. is the only major certifying body in the country providing comprehensive practical training and internship components. Textbook is required and is not included in course fees. * To start reading immediately, call to order the book, 888-330-9487 (www.witseducation.com).

W.I.T.S. is an approved CEU provider for the Board of Certification for Athletic Trainers (BOC), the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB), Veterans Training and Education, the International Association of Continuing Education and Training (IACET). The American Council on Education has recommended 3 undergraduate academic credits for this course.

Sat 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Sept. 20 - Oct. 25, 2014 Class fee $645 ..........Materials fee $0 .............Total $645 *Payment plan available - No Discounts Available.

LEAN Five S (2.5 hrs.)

The basic lean techniques of Five S (sort, set in order, shine, standardize and sustain), visual control and error proofing have been successfully applied in manufacturing for years but they can also be used in a variety of service industries, including hospitality, health care, and even your own home or office. Learn the foundations of lean and simple tools that will help keep you focused on your customer and maximize your productivity.

W 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM Sept. 24, 2014 Class fee $75 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $75

Lean Concepts: An Introduction (2.5 hrs.)

Lean provides manufacturers and service organizations with a systematic approach to identify and eliminate waste. The course will introduce the underlying principles of lean including the seven types of waste, continuous improvement and reduction of variation, as well as some do’s and don’ts to consider with lean implementation. Come discover how some simple, low cost techniques can cut your costs, improve your quality, involve your employees and focus your entire organization on your customer.

W 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM Oct. 1, 2014 Class fee $75 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $75

Lean Concepts: Advanced (5 hrs.)

This class will take a deep dive into the lean principles of the seven types of waste, continuous improvement, standardized work, Five S framework, workplace organization, five why’s, just-in-time and team concept. Learn how these concepts come together to form a systematic approach to improve the quality, cost, morale and customer focus of your business. The class will also include a detailed discussion on how to successfully implement these concepts so that they become a way of doing business and not a discarded “program of the month.” If your prior lean efforts have fallen short or stalled, or if you have been hesitant to implement this key strategy, you can no longer afford to ignore it.

W 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM Dec. 3, 2014 Class fee $145 ..........Materials fee $30 ...........Total $175

Fitness/Lean/Quality Training

Personal Training Orientation - New Online Format

QUALITY TRAINING (CERTIFICATION) AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR QUALITY (ASQ) Each of the following Refresher courses will prepare students for the corresponding ASQ exams. For exam-specific content (body of knowledge), visit the ASQ website at www.asq.org/certification or www.

Cleveland asqcleveland.com.

Section Call Mark Netzel at (216) 217-6998 for information about refresher courses.

ALL ASQ MEMBERS WILL RECEIVE A $50 DISCOUNT ON ANY CERTIFICATION CLASS. For course descriptions for the following classes, please visit our website: www.polaris.edu/adult-education and click on registration.

Certified Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB) (24 hrs.)

Th 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Aug. 7 - Sept. 25, 2014 Th 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Jan. 8 - Feb. 26, 2015 Class fee $510 ..........Materials fee $115 .........Total $625

Certified Quality Technician (CQT) (24 hrs.)

W 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Aug. 6 - Sept. 24, 2014 W 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Jan. 7 - Feb. 25, 2015 Class fee $510 ..........Materials fee $115 .........Total $625

Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) (24 hrs.)

M 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Aug. 4 - Sept. 29, 2014 (no class 9/1) M 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Jan. 5 - Mar. 9, 2015 (Schedule includes a Saturday date, TBA) (no class 1/19 & 2/16) Class fee $510 ..........Materials fee $115 .........Total $625

Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE) (24 hrs.)

Sat 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Aug. 16 - Sept. 27, 2014 (no class 8/30) Th 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Jan. 8 - Feb. 26, 2015 Class fee $510 ..........Materials fee $115 .........Total $625

Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) (33 hrs.)

T 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Sept. 16 - Dec. 2, 2014 (no class 10/28) T 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Mar. 10 - May 19, 2015 Class fee $580 ..........Materials fee $115 .........Total $695

Certified Six Sigma Green Belt (CSSGB) (24 hrs.)

Th 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Oct. 2 - Dec. 4, 2014 (no class 11/13 & 11/27) Th 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Apr. 9 - June 4, 2015 (no class 5/14) Class fee $510 ..........Materials fee $115 .........Total $625

Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) (24 hrs.)

M 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Oct. 6 - Nov. 24, 2014 M 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Apr. 6 - June 1, 2015 (no class 5/25) Class fee $510 ..........Materials fee $115 .........Total $625

Certified Calibration Technician (CCT) (24 hrs.)

M 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Oct. 6 - Nov. 24, 2014 M 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Apr. 6 - June 1, 2015 (no class 5/25) Class fee $510 ..........Materials fee $115 .........Total $625

Certified Quality Improvement Associate (CQIA) (18 hrs.)

M 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Oct. 20 - Nov. 24, 2014 M 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM April 13 - May 18, 2015 Class fee $400 ..........Materials fee $115 .........Total $515

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Quality/Business/Finance/Marketing

Certification Test Site: Polaris Career Center, 7285 Old Oak Blvd., Middleburg Hts., Ohio Application Deadlines: The application deadlines are approximately 1 ½ months before examination dates. Application deadline means that information must be in the office of ASQ, 611 East Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53201-3005, before that date (no exceptions). For additional information, please check the ASQ Website: www.asqcleveland.org.

Exam Dates: October 4, 2014, December 6, 2014, March 7, 2015 or June 6, 2015 Application Deadlines: August 15, 2014, October 17, 2014, January 16, 2015 or April 17, 2015

QUALITY CLASSES (NON-CERTIFICATION) For course descriptions for the following classes, please visit our website: www.polaris.edu/adult-education and click on registration or call Mark Netzel at (216) 217-6998 for information about all courses.

AlAG FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) (4 hrs.)

This course describes the process of establishing Design FMEAs, and Process Control Plans and linkage between them to drive continuous improvement activities.

Sat 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM Oct. 25, 2014 Class fee $85 ............Materials fee $190 .........Total $275

Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (12 hrs.)

This course is designed for those using ASME Y14.5. Class consists of the interpretation and use of the GD&T symbols used on engineering drawings.

Sat 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM Sept. 13 - 27, 2014 Sat 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM May 2, - 16, 2015 Class fee $255 ..........Materials fee $50 ...........Total $305

Introduction to Gage R & R (4 hrs.)

This course covers the basic knowledge required to conduct and interpret page repeatability and reproducibility (R&R) studies. Class consists of theory with some hands-on application.

Sat 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM Nov. 15, 2014 Sat 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM Apr. 11, 2015 Class fee $85 ............Materials fee $190 .........Total $275

ACCOUNTING / FINANCE Accounting I (24 hrs.)

This course covers the accounting for service operations, analyzing and recording transactions, debits and credits, adjusting accounts and preparing financial statements, completing the accounting cycle, cash management and internal controls, bank reconciliation, petty cash, accounting for receivables, accounting for uncollectible accounts, depreciating and depletion, and accounting for liabilities and payroll.

T, Th 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Sept. 16 - Oct. 9, 2014 Class fee $320 ..........Materials fee $175 .........Total $495

Accounting II (18 hrs.)

This course is a continuation of Accounting I. Topics include accounting for merchandising operations, inventories and cost of sales, accounting for partnerships, accounting for corporations, reporting the statement of cash flows and analysis of financial statements. Prerequisite: Accounting I. T, Th 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Oct. 14 - Nov. 4, 2014 (no class 10/28) Class fee $295 ..........Materials fee $0 .............Total $295 Register for both Accounting I and II Courses and Save $75

Payroll (24 hrs.)

This course covers: Computing - wages and salaries, social security taxes, income tax withholding, and unemployment taxes, analyzing and journalizing payroll transactions, preparing payroll registers, completing and submitting payroll related forms, depositing taxes, and explaining the need for payroll and personnel records.

T, Th 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Nov. 11 - Dec. 11, 2014 (no class 11/13 & 11/27) Class fee $320 ..........Materials fee $175 .........Total $495 *Payment plan available

Certified Bookkeeper (CB) Program (62.5 hrs.)

Certification for Professional Bookkeepers Increase your earning potential, enhance your standing as a professional and give yourself an edge in the job market by becoming a Certified Bookkeeper. The American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers (AIPB) has established a professional certification, the Certified Bookkeeper (CB) credential. By successfully passing three separate examinations and signing a written code of ethics, bookkeepers with at least two years’ related work experience (accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, and other bookkeeping related occupations) earn the right to put “CB” after their name. The experience requirement may be completed before or after the examinations. A CB has the proven skills and knowledge to carry out all key accounting functions through the adjusted trial balance for small- to medium-sized businesses. This program will prepare you for the national Certified Bookkeeper examination. The following topics are covered: adjusting entries (accruals and deferrals), correction of accounting errors (includes the bank reconciliation), book and tax depreciation, payroll—paying wages, withholding, depositing, and reporting taxes using the basic forms (W-2, 941, 940, etc.), recording and costing out merchandise inventory, and internal controls and fraud prevention. Prerequisite: Academic background in basic principles of accounting. Textbooks included. Exam fees are not included.

Certified Bookkeeper Information Night, Wednesday, August 27, 2014, 6:00 PM M, W 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM Sept. 8 - Dec. 3, 2014 (no class 11/26) Class fee $745 ..........Materials fee $250 .........Total $995 *Payment plan available

*Payment plan available

BUSINESS / FINANCE / MARKETING BUSINESS Notary Public: How to Become a Notary Public (1.5 hrs.)

The residents of Berea, Brook Park, Brooklyn, Fairview Park, Middleburg Heights, North Olmsted, Olmsted Falls, Olmsted Township and Strongsville will receive a $5 discount on the tuition fees listed.

Learn how to become a Notary Public. This attorney-taught seminar will cover: What does a Notary do? Can I get rich notarizing signatures and documents?

How do I become a Notary Public? What is a Notary Public’s liability?

Additional topics include the Notary application process, the Notary test, and renewing your Notary License.

T 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM Oct. 14, 2014 Class fee $35 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $35

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100 Ways to Start a Profitable Home Business (6 hrs.)

Find out about real people who are making money with unusual Home Businesses. (YOU CAN TOO!) • Do you need a Business Plan for your startup business? You will learn if you need one and how to go about it.

• Do you need Tax ID #, copyrights or a trademark? You will learn seven (7) little used techniques for creating profitable business ideas.

• See many website examples of ordinary people making a living on the Internet.

• Learn how to write and publish your own book or eBook; Market it on Amazon! (Selling Information).

• Can you make money on eBay or Amazon? A lot of people do!

• Brainstorm with the class to create ideas.

INTERNET MARKETING, WRITING ADS AND SOCIAL MEDIA • Learn the secrets of copywriting pros. Write ads that will attract customers to your site and buy your products or services!

• Learn about websites that allow you to create FREE websites.

• Explore marketing your product or services using the latest social networking sites like Facebook and YouTube. Learn about niche markets and Social Media marketing techniques. This includes the latest Internet marketing apps on Smart Phones and Kindle.

Receive a CD with all items covered in this workshop. You will also receive a number of free Internet marketing eBooks on these CDs, written by experts in this field.

Sat 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Sept. 27, 2014 Sat 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Nov. 15, 2014 Class fee $70 ............Materials fee $5 .............Total $75

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT & LEADERSHIP Business Management & Leadership Series (66 hrs.)

The following (66-hour) course series is recommended for the business professional who is interested in building leadership/management skills in the following areas: Leadership/Management, Communication, Writing, Facilitation, and Action Management Skills. Whether you have been promoted to a leadership/management position or need the training to move up into this position, this course series is for you! You will learn from two of our top instructors: a business entrepreneur and a newspaper editor who have many years of experience to pass down to you. The following five (5) courses make up the Business Management & Leadership Series. These five (5) courses (66 hours) taken separately would normally cost $1,575, however, we have combined these courses to save you $430. Register for all five (5) courses and pay only $1,145. Below are the course descriptions and the schedule for each course. No on-line registrations available.

For additional information or to register, please call Nada Koury, Business Coordinator, at 440-891-7646.

1. Essential Skills of Leadership (6 hrs.)

2. Effective Business Writing (18 hrs.)

3. Essential Skills of Communicating (6 hrs.)

4. Facilitation Skills (12 hrs.)

5. Action Management (24 hrs.)

Tuition for 66 Total Course Series Hours (including materials) $1,145 - Save $430 *Payment plan available

Marketing/Business Management & Leadership

MARKETING

2. Effective Business Writing (18 hrs.)

Do not let a document or memo leave your desk without making sure it is error-free. Poor writing and grammar can sink a career, so avoid potential career embarrassments and re-visit all those complex writing rules so your work is top-notch. Students will learn the following: How to write clear concise documents for everyday business use, how to write with power, and basic proofreading and editing skills.

M, W 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Sept. 22 - Oct. 8, 2014 Class fee $345 ..........Materials fee $0 .............Total $345 *Payment plan available

3. Essential Skills of Communicating (6 hrs.)

“Great contributors do not automatically transform into great leaders.”

The leadership skill level of first-line managers affects team member retention, overall productivity, even profitability. This relationship between team leader and team member is critical to an organization’s success. A strong relationship built on mutual trust and respect begins with effective communication. For this reason, team leader effectiveness depends on the leader’s ability to communicate. This is true regardless of the type of organization, department, or personality of any member or leader. To manage is to communicate.

M, W 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Oct. 27 & 29, 2014 Class fee $145 ..........Materials fee $100 .........Total $245

4. Facilitation Skills (12 hrs.)

Designed for employees who are responsible for facilitating group discussions or meetings. Topics: identify the key behaviors to be an effective facilitator, focus on the structure of the session and not on the content, create goals and expectations with internal client contracts, develop the meeting structure and process to maximize results, determine the level of empowerment prior to facilitating, use questioning and listening skills to keep the process moving, and close meetings with group commitment for future actions.

M, W 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Nov. 3 - 12, 2014 Class fee $295 ..........Materials fee $100 .........Total $395

5. Action Management (24 hrs.)

Action Management is designed for managers and front-line supervisors who want to make outstanding improvements in their team’s performance.

Action Management is based on five guiding principles: leadership, measurement, employee involvement, process improvement, and customer focus. Participants will design, implement, and measure the results of a series of work-related improvement projects that show them how to align daily team activities with the strategic objectives of the organization.

M, W 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Nov. 17 - Dec. 15, 2014 (no class 11/26) Class fee $395 ..........Materials fee $0 .............Total $395 *Payment plan available

Construction Management/Supervision (10 hrs.)

This course provides students with the technical and managerial skills needed in today’s residential construction industry. Students are prepared for the management responsibilities that require them to develop critical thinking, problem solving and decision making skills to manage individual and team performance and functional oversight of a project life cycle. Through the use of instructional projects, students will learn the tools to become leaders of construction teams.

W 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Sept. 17 - Oct. 15, 2014 Class fee $225 ..........Materials fee $0 .............Total $225

1. Essential Skills of Leadership (6 hrs.)

While great benefit plans and good salaries may attract and retain employees, effective first-line managers are what it takes to retain the best employees. First-line managers, and the leadership skills they possess, can determine not only whether an individual stays with an organization, but also how much that individual contributes to the organization’s success.

Essential Skills of Leadership builds a foundation that enables team leaders to manage their team toward a shared goal: achieving the organization’s strategic objectives.

M, W 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Sept. 15 & 17, 2014 Class fee $145 ..........Materials fee $50 ...........Total $195

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Project Management (Certification Prep Course) (15 hrs.)

Effective project management is an important part of any business or technical manager’s day-to-day responsibilities and is vitally important to achieving many business objectives. Additionally, most organizations hire professional project managers to ensure the success of their critical operational and/or technical projects. This course is designed to educate managers on the fundamentals of project management as well as prepare a candidate for taking project management certification exams. The course will cover project management fundamentals including project initiation, planning, execution, control, and costing. Costs for project management certification exams are not included in the tuition of the course. For further information, please contact Nada Koury, Business Coordinator at 440-891-7646.

M 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Nov. 3 – Dec. 20, 2014 Class fee $305 ..........Materials fee $140 .........Total $445

Vendor Management (3 hrs.)

Business managers are more and more often choosing to hire (or outsource) various functions of their operation and/or technology support functions to vendor’s organizations that specialize in specific functions or business operations. As such, choosing the right company to perform the needed operations, drafting a contract that will protect the company’s interests, and managing the on-going vendor operations has become a critical part of a many manager’s responsibilities. This course is designed to educate manager on best practices, industry standards, and regulatory requirements related to building a vendor management governance and review process, assessing vendor risks, evaluating and choosing the best vendor and business partner, ensuring contract language protects the company, drafting a comprehensive statement of work, managing and monitoring on-going vendor performance, and reducing termination risks.

M 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Oct. 20, 2014 Class fee $95 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $95

HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT AND EVENT PLANNING Introduction to Hospitality Management and Event Planning Program (48 hrs.)

The hospitality industry is critical to the world, national, state, and regional economy. The first section of the program, Hospitality Management, provides participants with the essential skills and knowledge necessary for career development in this exciting field. The student will be acquainted with the scope and complexity of the hospitality industry by exploring the national and global relationships of lodging, food, and beverage operations. The course examines career opportunities, organizational structures, history and human resource management. Students will examine trends, integrated technology and its effects on customer and guest service as requirements in the lodging and food service industry. The second section of the program will cover the introductory approach to planning and executing meetings, special events and conferences. The course examines practical advice on every aspect of organizing and managing special events, such as how to choose the best venue; preparing and managing the budget; scheduling; coordinating food and beverages, selecting decor, themes, and entertainment; media; and staffing.

The following are topics that will be discussed: • Introduction to Hospitality Industry • Hotel Food and Beverage • Basics of Hospitality Marketing and Revenue Management • Excellence in Guest Service – It’s All About “Our” Guests • Analyzing Performance for Hospitality Supervisors, Managers, and Leaders • Introduction to the Meetings and Events Industry • Meetings & Events Management for the Hospitality Professional • Proposal Writing, Budgeting and Return on Investment • Pre-Event Planning • Contracting and Negotiations • Administration and Deployment • Post Event Planning and Strategic Meeting Management.

The ideal candidates for this program are Hospitality Associates or Supervisors with the desire to move up within their organization, Hospitality Professionals who are seeking formal training, or individuals new to the hospitality field who may already possess a formal education in another discipline.

M, W 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Sept. 22 - Nov. 12, 2014 Class fee $645 ..........Materials fee $100 .........Total $745

ESTATE and “FAMILY” PLANNING The following workshops are taught by an attorney.

The Truth about Estate Planning (aka Estate Planning Essentials) (1.5 hrs.)

Everyone has an “estate plan” whether they know it or not regardless of whether their assets are generous or modest. It occurs every time you create a joint title on a deed or name a beneficiary on an account. Effective estate planning involves creating a combination of directives from wills, trusts, and healthcare proxies, to authorizing others to manage affairs during incapacity and at death. The number and type of directives can be complex or simple, depending on your needs, goals, and budget. The key to good estate planning is making sure your plan is complete and understanding how each directive supports or undermines your overall intentions. Plans with gaps or conflicts can require court involvement to dictate what happens to you and your affairs.

Attendees will learn about the core directives every person should have to protect themselves. They will get an overview of the various legal directives used in estate planning and the role each plays in an overall estate plan— whether the plan is geared toward protecting minors, avoiding nursing home costs, or saving estate taxes. They will leave with a worksheet that helps them rate their existing plan for effectiveness.

Th 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM Sept. 11, 2014 Class fee $35 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $35

Nuts & Bolts of Trusts (1.5 hrs.)

Trusts can be one of the most useful and cost-effective legal tools to help people maintain control over their assets during good health, illness and at death—without court costs or delays. Unfortunately, most people, including financial advisors, only think of trusts in terms of saving estate taxes. While this is one benefit of trusts, trusts can also provide many more protections such as shielding inheritances for beneficiaries with failed marriages, bad judgment, creditors, or special needs or those with business interests. This workshop gives an overview of how trusts work, the pros and cons and costs, when to consider using trusts and what should be included in the trust provisions. It covers the Trust Protections SpectrumTM and various asset protection options trusts can provide during the trustmaker’s and beneficiaries’ lifetimes.

Th 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM Sept. 25, 2014 Class fee $35 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $35

Special People, Special Planning (1.5 hrs.)

This workshop will provide an overview of the fundamentals every family needs to consider when planning for the future of a person with special needs.

Attendees will learn about federal disability programs; guardianships; wills, trusts, and the essential legal directives the family must have as well as the consequences of failing to formally plan; how to keep the plan current; and the reasons for “letters of instruction”. Attendees will understand the types of advisors to consult, what to ask and how to organize information to ensure their plan will take care of the future needs of the loved one’s special needs.

Th 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM Oct. 9, 2014 Class fee $35 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $35

Loving Without a License (1.5 hrs.)

Unmarried couples, who share households, co-mingle or jointly own assets can trigger many unintended legal and financial consequences that married couples don’t face. This workshop provides an overview of the things committed unmarried couples need to consider to protect themselves, especially during times of crisis such as disability or death. It covers areas where unmarried couples are vulnerable to unintended state default laws, taxes and loss of control, as well as guidelines for an “unmarried divorce” and division of property in the event that the relationship ends.

Th 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM Oct. 30, 2014 Class fee $35 ...........Materials fee $0 .............Total $35

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Although families with a mix of “yours, mine, and ours,” such as children or others from prior relationships, are common in our society, their planning needs are unique, especially when a disability or death occurs within the family. Standard ways couples hold title to property or name beneficiaries can cause the “old” and “new” family members to be at odds and can even cause an unintended disinheritance. This workshop outlines the unique challenges and specific strategies of which blended families need to be aware to avoid planning gaps and conflicts. Attendees will leave with an understanding of the core legal directives every family should have to protect the people and things they cherish.

Th 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM Nov. 6, 2014 Class fee $35 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $35

INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS

COMPUTER APPLICATIONS The following classes are presented in a slow-paced and easy-tounderstand format; suitable for all levels of experience.

Basic Windows 7 (4 hrs.)

Using the Navigation Pane • Document and Folder Views • Creating Folders/Subfolders • Saving Files in Different Formats (PDF, Earlier Versions of a Program) • Copy/Move Files/Folders • Creating, Managing, and Deleting Libraries • Searching for Files and Folders • Restoring Files/Folders to a Previous Version • Recycle Bin - Deleting and Restoring files.

F 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM Sept. 5, 2014 M 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Sept. 8, 2014 F 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM Oct. 31, 2014 Sat 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM Dec. 6, 2014 Class fee $95 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $95

Windows 7 (10 hrs.)

Excel 2010 I (4 hrs.)

Course topics include: Getting started with Windows 7; working with the desktop and windows; using navigation features; working with folders and files; using Help; working with shortcuts and compressed folders; and using Windows 7 accessories. Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of personal computers including use of the mouse.

Sat 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM Sept. 13 & 20, 2014 M, W 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM Nov. 3 - 12, 2014 Class fee $165 ..........Materials fee $30 ...........Total $195

Overview of Ribbons and Commands • Components of a Spreadsheet • Navigating/Selecting Cells • Creating a Spreadsheet • Formatting Cells • Creating Formulas • Introduction to Functions • Sorting Numbers and Text (Regular and Custom) • Borders and Shading • Print Preview and Printing Options. Prerequisite: Windows 7.

F 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM Sept. 19, 2014 M 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Oct. 13, 2014 F 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM Nov. 7, 2014 M 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Dec. 8, 0214 Class fee $95 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $95

INTERNET Internet (3 hrs.)

Searching for Information, Specific Domains, File Types, or Definitions • Discussion of Spyware and Viruses • Email Attachments • Copy/Save Images/ Text from a Web Page • Downloading Files • Deletion of Cookies and Temporary Files. Prerequisite: Basic use of the computer and mouse.

Sat 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM Sept. 6, 2014 F 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM Sept. 12, 2014 M 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Sept. 15, 2014 W 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Oct. 29, 2014 Class fee $75 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $75

How to Make Interactive PDF Forms (Using Adobe Acrobat X Pro) (2 hrs.)

You can do many things with Adobe Acrobat X, and one of the things you can do is create forms that your customers can fill out online before printing! You will learn how to create drop-down boxes, radio buttons, and plain basic text boxes to make your project look professional and easy to use.

M 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM Nov. 3, 2014 Class fee $29 ............Materials fee $29 ...........Total $58

How to Create an E-Book by Converting PDF Forms (Using Adobe Acrobat X Pro) (2 hrs.)

You will learn how easy it is to create a digital book called an ebook. This class will show you how to create those pdf documents from any type of document, picture, or any other format. You will learn how to merge these documents, so that you may have a nice presentable book to sell online in digital format or place on a CD and sell as a hard copy.

M 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM Nov. 3, 2014 Class fee $29 ............Materials fee $29 ...........Total $58

Estate & Family Planning/Introduction to Computers/Internet/Computer Applications

Blended Families: Estate Planning to Protect “Yours, Mine and Ours” Families (1.5 hrs.)

Excel 2010 II (4 hrs.)

Copy/Move Worksheets • Grouping Worksheets • Linking Worksheets and Workbooks • Working with Long/Wide Spreadsheets • Setting Print Titles and Page Breaks • Subtotals • Creating a Table. Prerequisite: Excel 2010 I or equivalent experience.

F 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM Sept. 26, 2014 M 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Oct. 20, 2014 F 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM Nov. 14, 2014 M 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Dec. 15, 2014 Class fee $95 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $95

Excel 2010 III (4 hrs.)

Creating and Using Names • Basic IF Statement • VLOOKUP • Pivot Tables • Advanced AutoFilters • Protecting a Worksheet/Workbook • Hyperlinks • Removing Duplicate Records • Using Delimited Files • Importing a Word Document • Exporting Excel Spreadsheets into Word • Insert a Spark line.

Prerequisite: Excel 2010 I & II or equivalent experience.

F 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM Oct. 3, 2014 M 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Oct. 27, 2014 F 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM Nov. 21, 2014 W 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Dec. 17, 2014 Class fee $95 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $95

Excel 2010 Advanced Formulas (4 hrs.)

Advanced Mathematical and Date Functions • Nested IF Statements • SUMIF • AVERAGEIF • COUNTIF • PROPER • IFERROR • DATE IF • Plus Much More. Prerequisite: Excel 2010 I, II, III or equivalent experience.

W 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Oct. 1, 2014 W 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM Nov. 19, 2014 Class fee $95 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $95

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Computer Applications

Word 2010 I (4 hrs.)

Examine the Ribbon and Commands • Zoom Control and Hidden Characters •.Page Setup, Creating, Saving, and Editing Documents • Formatting Paragraphs and Text • Bullets and Numbering • Copy/Paste • Headers/ Footers • Spell Check • Printer Preview and Printing. Prerequisite: Windows 7.

M 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Sept. 22, 2014 F 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM Oct. 10, 2014 M 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Nov. 17, 2014 F 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM Dec. 5, 2014 Class fee $95 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $95

Word 2010 II (4 hrs.)

Tabs • 2-Column Text • Advanced Headers/Footers • Borders and Shading • Quick Parts • Using Autocorrect • Finding and Replacing Text • Inserting Graphics and Word Wrap • Section Breaks. Prerequisite: Word 2010 I or equivalent experience.

M 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Sept. 29, 2014 F 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM Oct. 17, 2014 M 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Nov. 24, 2014 F 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM Dec. 12, 2014 Class fee $95 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $95

Word 2010 III (4 hrs.)

Use and Create Styles • Creating a Table of Contents • Track Changes • Merging Documents • Protecting a Document • Managing Passwords • Inserting an Excel Chart • Inserting a File into an Existing Document • Tables Prerequisite: Word 2010 I & II or equivalent experience.

M 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Oct. 6, 2014 F 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM Oct. 24, 2014 M 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Dec. 1, 2014 F 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM Dec. 19, 2014 Class fee $95 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $95

Long Documents (4 hrs.)

Topics include: Working with Master Documents and Sub Documents • Document Sectioning • Custom Headers and Footers • Using and Creating Styles • Creating an Outline, Table of Contents, Captions, Table of Figures, and Footnotes and Endnotes. Prerequisite: Word 2010 I & II or equivalent experience.

W 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Oct. 8, 2014 W 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Dec. 3, 2014 Class fee $95 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $95

PowerPoint 2010 (4 hrs.)

Creating Slides and Presentations • Adding Transitions and Animation • Using and Formatting Text Boxes • Inserting Graphics and Groupings • Re-coloring and Cropping of Pictures • Working with AutoShapes and WordArt. Prerequisite: Familiarity with personal computers and Windows.

W 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Sept. 10, 2014 Sat 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM Nov. 22, 2014 Class fee $95 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $95

Publisher 2010 (4 hrs.)

Discussion of Different Picture Formats • Creating/Formatting/Linking Text Boxes • Inserting a Word Document • Page Setup • Using Layout Guides • Working with Text • Working with Templates • Master Pages.

Prerequisite: Familiarity with personal computers and Windows.

W 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Sept. 17, 2014 Sat 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM Nov. 1, 2014 Class fee $95 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $95

MICROSOFT ACCESS Microsoft Access 2010 Part I (8 hrs.)

Topics include: database concepts, creating tables, working with tables, sorting and filtering records, validating data, writing basic queries, and creating basic forms and reports.

T 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM Oct. 7 & 14, 2014 T 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Nov. 18 & 25, 2014 Class fee $165 ..........Materials fee $30 ...........Total $195

Microsoft Access 2010 Part II (8 hrs.)

Topics include: relational databases, creating and modifying lookup fields, complex queries, advanced form design, advanced report design, Pivot Tables and Pivot Charts. Prerequisite: Access 2010 Part I or equivalent knowledge.

T 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM Oct. 28 & Nov. 4, 2014 T 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Dec. 9 & 16, 2014 Class fee $165 .........Materials fee $30 ...........Total $195 Register for both Microsoft Access 2010 Part I and II courses and Save $25

Mail Merge (2 hrs.)

Topics include: discussion of the Data Source • Main Document rules that govern a Mail Merge • Using Excel as a Data Source • Creating a Data Source in Word • Using Conditional Data Commands • Creating Envelopes and Labels. Prerequisite: Word 2010 I & Excel 2010 I or equivalent experience.

W 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Oct. 15, 2014 W 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Dec. 10, 2014 Class fee $65 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $65

Using Graphics and Design in Word 2010 (4 hrs.)

Topics include: creating/linking text boxes, Word Art and special character formatting, re-coloring, cropping, and adding special effects to graphics, aligning and grouping graphics, custom page background colors, screen captures, using SmartArt, using the snipping tool in Windows 7 and much, much more! Prerequisite: Word 2010 I or equivalent experience.

W 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Sept. 24, 2014 W 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Oct. 22, 2014 Class fee $95 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $95

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Microsoft Excel 2010: Basic (7.5 or 9 hrs.)

Create a spreadsheet with basic formulas and functions; copy and paste data and formulas; format data and numbers; insert/delete rows and columns; insert and move page breaks using Page Break Preview; apply Conditional Formatting with graphics and use SmartArt. T, Th 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Sept. 2 - 9, 2014 Sat 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM Oct. 4, 2014 W 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM Nov. 5, 2014 Class fee $165 ..........Materials fee $30 ...........Total $195

Microsoft Word 2010: Advanced (7.5 or 9 hrs.)

This is a must learn for working with long and complex documents. Work with Mail Merge, insert and link Excel spreadsheets, create and run macros, create Forms, work with Master Documents and Subdocuments, create a Table of Contents, captions, indexes, citations, and cross-references. Course includes an introduction to the XML programming language. Prerequisite: Microsoft Word 2010: Intermediate or equivalent knowledge.

Sat 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM Oct. 25, 2014 T,Th 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Oct. 21 - Nov. 4, 2014 (no class 10/28) W 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM Dec. 17, 2014 Class fee $165 ..........Materials fee $30 ...........Total $195

Microsoft Excel 2010: Intermediate (7.5 or 9 hrs.)

Try this class! Learn how to link workbooks and worksheets using 3-D formulas; apply special formatting to text and numbers using Paste Special; apply advanced cell formatting such as merging, splitting, text wrapping, and transposing. Learn how to sort and filter a list; outline and subtotal data; create a Pivot Table and insert Slicers. Prerequisite: Microsoft Excel 2010: Basic or equivalent knowledge.

T, Th 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Sept. 11 - 18, 2014 Sat 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM Oct. 18, 2014 W 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM Nov. 12, 2014 Class fee $165 ..........Materials fee $30 ...........Total $195

Microsoft Excel 2010: Advanced (7.5 or 9 hrs.)

This starts with Logical and Statistical functions such as nested “IF’s” the OR, AND, or NOT functions, SUMIFS, COUNTIFS, and many more including date functions and an ARRAY formula. Use a VLOOKUP, import delimited files, create a Data Table, and work with the Analytical tools. End the day with VBA and advanced Macros. Prerequisite: Microsoft Excel 2010: Intermediate or equivalent knowledge.

T, Th 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Sept. 23 - 30, 2014 Sat 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM Nov. 8, 2014 W 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM Nov. 19, 2014 Class fee $165 ..........Materials fee $30 ...........Total $195

MICROSOFT WORD Microsoft Word 2010: Basic (7.5 or 9 hrs.)

Learn how to setup, create, and format a document using the new Word 2010! Topics include: Create and modify tables, insert graphics, save in compatible file formats, recover a draft of an earlier file, custom tabs, custom bulleted and numbered lists, adjust paragraph and line spacing, headers and footers, find and replace text/formatting. The list just keeps going and going.

Sat 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM Sept. 27, 2014 T, Th 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Oct. 2 - 9, 2014 W 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM Dec. 3, 2014 Class fee $165 ..........Materials fee $30 ...........Total $195

Microsoft Word 2010: Intermediate (7.5 or 9 hrs.)

Topics include: Format with styles and adjust layout in Outline View, section a document, advanced headers and footers, multiple columns of text, advanced table formatting, printing labels and envelopes, use of templates and building blocks, track changes, use text boxes, create a web page.

Prerequisite: Microsoft Word 2010: Basic or equivalent knowledge.

Sat 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM Oct. 11, 2014 T,Th 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Oct. 14 - 21, 2014 W 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM Dec. 10, 2014 Class fee $165 ..........Materials fee $30 ...........Total $195

FINANCIAL QuickBooks Pro for Windows Part I (15 hrs.)

Manage your business better by organizing your finances all in one place.

Easily record sales, print checks, pay bills and track inventory and expenses.

Customize sales and profitability reports. Eliminate penalties by remitting sales tax when due without manual calculations. No previous accounting experience necessary.

T, Th 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Sept. 16 - 30, 2014 Class fee $275 .........Materials fee $50 ...........Total $325

QuickBooks Pro for Windows Part II (15 hrs.)

Build on the knowledge gained in QuickBooks Part I to work in a multi-user environment. Automate payroll, import and export lists and data, prepare financial and year-end reports, use online banking. Backup, restore and transfer data files to other computers. Successfully use the Accountant’s Copy.

Prerequisite: QuickBooks Pro for Windows Part I. T, Th 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Oct. 2 - 16, 2014 Class fee $275 ..........Materials fee $0 .............Total $275 Register for both QuickBooks Pro for Windows Part I and Part II courses and Save $50

COMPUTER / IT CERTIFICATIONS

Computer Applications/Financial/Computer/IT Certifications

MICROSOFT EXCEL

A+ Certification (76 hrs.)

A testing program sponsored by the Computing Technology Industry Association (Comp TIA), A+ Certification is the building block for nearly all other IT certifications and the premier entry-level program for PC technicians. It covers a broad range of hardware and operating systems’ technology objectives so students are prepared for a successful entry-level computer service technician position as defined by nationwide industry experts. For certification, students must pass two exams: the Core Hardware Exam and the O/S Technologies Exam. This course covers Introduction to PC’s, Safety, PC Components, Miscellaneous Hardware, Windows Operating Systems, Troubleshooting and Preventative Maintenance, Hardware Installation and Configuration, Diagnostics & Repair, Printers, Printer Diagnostics and Troubleshooting, Local Area Network Overview, Network Connectivity, Wide Area Network Infrastructure, the Internet, Connecting to the Internet, Internet Service. Certification exam fees are NOT included in the course fee. Prerequisites: General user knowledge of Windows operating systems and familiarity with program installation.

M, W 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Oct. 20, 2014 - Jan. 7, 2015 (no class 11/26, 12/22, 12/24, 12/29 & 12/31) Class fee $1,415 .......Materials fee $180 .........Total $1,595 *Payment plan available

For more information or to register, call 440-891-7600 or go to www.polaris.edu.

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Computer/IT Certifications/Computer Aided Design

Network+ / CCENT Certification (64 hrs.)

Healthcare IT Technician (30 hrs.)

The Network+ / CCENT course will provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to pass the CompTIA Network+ certification and the Cisco Certified Entry-Level Network Technician Certification. This course will focus on networking fundamentals such as the OSI model, TCP/IP protocol suite, IP subnetting, Ethernet operation, network cabling, wireless fundamentals, basic routing, Ethernet switching, Rip routing, static routing, WAN characteristics, fundamental VLAN configuration, and basic Cisco IOS router and switch configuration. In addition, students will learn basic Windows Server installation and setup required for the Network + exam. Certification exam fees are NOT included in the course fee.

M, W 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Jan. 21 - Mar. 18, 2015 (no class 2/16) Class fee $1,255 .......Materials fee $240 .........Total $1,495

The Healthcare IT Technician course is designed to provide training to assist students in passing the CompTIA Healthcare IT Technician Exam (HIT-001).

This course will prepare students with the knowledge and skills needed to implement, deploy, and support Health IT systems in the healthcare field. Building upon the understanding of regulatory requirements, healthcare terminology/acronyms, and practice workflow learned in the Electronic Health Records course. The focus of this course will be in the direct support of the IT systems used in a healthcare environment. Specific topics will include: computer hardware and software support, installing peripheral devices, network protocols, network client configuration, wireless configuration, IT security measures, and preventative maintenance practices.

Certification exam fees are NOT included in the course fee.

Sat 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Nov. 8 - Dec. 13, 2014 (no class 11/29) Class fee $595 ..........Materials fee $0 .............Total $595

*Payment plan available

Interconnecting Cisco Networking Devices Part 2 (ICND2) (48 hrs.)

640-816 Interconnecting Cisco Networking Devices Part 2 (ICND2) is the exam associated with the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification. Candidates can prepare for this exam by taking the Interconnecting Cisco Networking Devices Part 2 (ICND2) v1.0 course.

This exam tests a candidate’s knowledge and skills required to successfully install, operate, and troubleshoot a small to medium size enterprise branch network. The course covers topics on VLSM and IPv6 addressing; extending switched networks with VLANs; configuring, verifying and troubleshooting VLANs; the VTP, RSTP, OSPF and EIGRP protocols; determining IP routes; managing IP traffic with access lists; NAT and DHCP; establishing point-topoint connections; and establishing Frame Relay connections. Certification exam fees are NOT included in the course fee. Prerequisite: Network+ / CCENT M, W 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Mar. 30 - May 6, 2015 Class fee $900 ..........Materials fee $95 ...........Total $995 *Payment plan available Register for all three courses: A+, Network+/CCENT, and (ICND2) Part 2 aand Save $150

SQL (MS) Basic (24 hrs.)

This course is an introduction to the basic design and development of scripts that automatically perform tasks. In particular, students will learn the fundamentals of relational database system using Microsoft Management Studio. Topics include basic statements and language structures such as basic concepts and installation, RDBMS, and an introduction to transact T-SQL. M, W 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Sept. 8 - 24, 2014 Class fee $495 ..........Materials fee $0 .............Total a $495

SQL (MS) Intermediate (24 hrs.)

This course is a continuation of SQL Basic and is designed for end users and application programmers of the database engine. Topics include advanced topics with TSQL, constraints, concurrency control, indexes, and programming objects such as user-defined functions, user-defined datatypes, triggers, and stored procedures. Prerequisite: SQL (MS) Basic M, W 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Oct. 6 - 22, 2014 Class fee $495 ..........Materials fee $0 .............Total $495

SQL (MS) Advanced (24 hrs.)

This course is a continuation of SQL Basic and Intermediate and is designed for the administration and security of MS SQL. Topics include backup, recovery, and system availability, Automating system Administration Tasks, Query Optimization, and Performance Tuning. Prerequisite: SQL (MS) Basic & Intermediate.

M, W 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Nov. 3 - 19, 2014 Class fee $495 ..........Materials fee $0 .............Total $495 Register for all 3 courses: SQL (MS) Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced and Save $100 *Payment plan available

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Electronic Health Records: A Short Course about the Electronic Future of Healthcare (24 hrs.)

This course is an introduction to the history, the future, and the technical language associated with electronic health records. Students will work with software programs to learn such functions as patient scheduling and tracking, building medical records from a patient encounter, documenting office visit information, and creating medical databases and reports. Currently employed healthcare workers can use the course to prepare for their employer’s training for EHR, and others seeking healthcare employment can demonstrate their knowledge of this essential conversion.

Sat 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Oct. 11 - Nov. 1, 2014 Class fee $395 ..........Materials fee $100 .........Total $495 *Payment plan available Register for both Electronic Health Records and Healthcare IT Technician Courses and Save $100

COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN AutoCAD – Introduction (28 hrs.)

Part one of a two-part series designed to introduce AutoCAD to the new user.

Hands-on exercises are used to teach the basic drawing and editing commands needed to produce 2-D drawings. Other topics include: layers, grips, text and various inquiry commands.

M, W 6:00 PM – 9:30 PM Sept. 15 - Oct. 8, 2014 Class fee $525 ..........Materials fee $70 ...........Total $595 *Payment plan available

AutoCAD – Intermediate (28 hrs.)

This course covers advanced techniques that help the user become more productive. Topics include: dimensioning, hatching, isometric blocks and external references. Lab assignments are used to enhance your understanding of these commands and techniques. Prerequisite: AutoCAD Introduction or equivalent knowledge. Textbook from AutoCAD Introduction is required.

M, W 6:00 PM – 9:30 PM Oct. 13 - Nov. 5,2014 Class fee $525 ..........Materials fee $0 .............Total $525 *Payment plan available Register for both AutoCAD Introduction and AutoCAD Intermediate and Save $100

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Autodesk Inventor software is the innovative 3-D, high-performance mechanical design tool that helps mechanical designers and engineers reduce design time and get better products to market faster. The most advanced 3-D mechanical CAD software in the mid-price range, Autodesk Inventor is known for its unparalleled ease of use and for providing a smooth transition path from 2-D to 3-D design. This course will explore the following features: Sketch, Extrude, Cut, Sweep, Helix, Revolve, Fillets & Rounds, Chamfers, Editing Features, Hole Features, Circular & Rectangular Patterns, Working Drawings, & Title Blocks.

M, W 6:00 PM – 9:30 PM Nov. 10 - Dec. 8, 2014 (no class 11/26) Class fee $525 ..........Materials fee $0 .............Total $525 *Payment plan available

Revit – The Architectural Tool of the Future (24 hrs.)

This hands-on course is aimed at teaching you to become capable of producing construction documents. Learn to use the Revit skills required to work in the Architectural Industry. The course is taught by a registered Architect who is a Revit Certified Professional.

T, Th 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Oct. 28 - Nov. 18, 2014 (no class 11/13) Class fee $420 ..........Materials fee $75 ...........Total $495 *Payment plan available

Revit Advanced – Families and Parameters (8 hrs.)

Learn how to expand on Revit basics to turn your Building Model into a Building Information Model. This two day session will teach the basics of building families. Then add parameters to generate building information.

This course is taught by a registered architect who is a Revit Certified Professional.

T, Th 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Nov. 20 & 25, 2014 Class fee $195 ..........Materials fee $0 .............Total $195 Register for both Revit - The Architectural Tool of the Future and Revit Advanced - Families and Parameters and Save e $50

Revit Structure: An Introduction (24 hrs.)

This Building Information Modeling Autodesk Revit Structure Fundamentals course has been designed to teach the concepts and principles from building design through construction documentation using the Autodesk Revit Structure software. This course is intended to introduce students to the user interface and the basic building components of the software that makes it a powerful and flexible structural modeling tool. The goal is to familiarize you with the tools necessary to create, modify, and document your parametric model. This course is taught by a design professional with 20 years of experience in Structural Drafting.

SolidWorks Basic (30 hrs.)

SolidWorks is a 3D mechanical CAD (computer aided design) program currently used by over 1.3 million engineers and designers at more than 130,000 companies worldwide. This Basics overview class will assist students, designers, engineers and professionals with 3D drawings.

SolidWorks is a subset of Engineering Design and provides a general introduction to the user interface, menus, toolbars and broad concepts and modeling techniques to create parts, assemblies, and drawings. The student will formulate the skills to create and modify solid features to model parts, assemblies, and drawings. Prerequisite: Familiarity with Mechanical Design and the Windows Operating System.

Sat. 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Sept. 6 - Oct. 4, 2014 Class fee $520 ..........Materials fee $75 ...........Total $595 *Payment plan available

SolidWorks Intermediate (30 hrs.)

This course is a continuation of the SolidWorks Basics course. The student will learn to formulate the skills to create, modify and edit sketches and solid features. The student will also learn the techniques to reuse features, parts and assemblies through symmetry, patterns, copied components, design tables and configurations. Ultimately the student will learn to work between multiple documents, features, commands and custom properties that represent how engineers and designers utilize SolidWorks in industry.

Prerequisite: SolidWorks Basic.

Sat. 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Oct. 11 - Nov. 8, 2014 Class fee $520 ..........Materials fee $75 ...........Total $595 *Payment plan available

SolidWorks Advanced (30 hrs.)

SolidWorks Advanced Topics takes your SolidWorks skills to the next level. It is composed of selected lessons and exercises to teach the student: Surface modeling, sheet metal and weldments, model rendering, flow simulation, and introduction to Finite Element Analysis (FEA). Case studies are used to illustrate processes, allowing the student to learn the necessary commands to complete advanced design tasks. Prerequisite: SolidWorks Basic and SolidWorks Intermediate.

Sat. 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Nov. 15 - Dec. 20, 2014 (no class 11/29) Class fee $520 ..........Materials fee $75 ...........Total $595 *Payment plan available Register for all three SolidWorks Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced Courses and Save $150 ***Students will receive a free software subscription of “SolidWorks Standard”

The topics include the following: • Adding structural Columns • Introduction to the Autodesk and Walls Revit Structure software • Adding Foundations and • Basic Drawing and Editing Tools Structural Slabs • Setting up Levels and Grids • Structural Reinforcement • Working with Views • Beams and Framing Systems • Starting a structural project • Project Practices to reinforce based on a linked architectural model T, Th 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Dec. 2 & 18, 2014 Class fee $420 ..........Materials fee $75 ...........Total $495

Ohio Building Code Compliance (8 hrs.)

This is an introductory course for students to learn the basics of navigating the Ohio Building Code, Building Department services, utilities awareness, and construction procedures for today’s homeowner. Learn how to find the rules and regulations involved in today’s modern construction to build it right the first time.

T, Th 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Oct. 7 - 16, 2014 Class fee $195 ..........Materials fee $0 .............Total $195

WEB DESIGN HTML: Basic (10 hrs.)

Topics included are: Basic HTML structure, how to write source code, placing and formatting text, creating headings, horizontal rule lines, display lists, creating links, inserting images, creating tables, introduction to style sheets (CSS). Prerequisite: Familiarity with Windows and Internet experience.

Sat 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM Sept. 6 & 13, 2014 Class fee $210 ..........Materials fee $35 ...........Total $245

HTML: Advanced (10 hrs.)

Continue your learning of HTML with these advanced topics: Design techniques, IDs, classes, margins/spacing, table formatting, placing forms on your pages, and frames. Prerequisite: HTML: Basic or equivalent knowledge.

Sat 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM Sept. 20 & 27, 2014 Class fee $210 ..........Materials fee $35 ...........Total $245 Register for both HTML Basic and Advanced Courses and Save $50 The residents of Berea, Brook Park, Brooklyn, Fairview Park, Middleburg Heights, North Olmsted, Olmsted Falls, Olmsted Township and Strongsville will receive a $5 discount on the tuition fees listed.

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Computer Aided Design/Web Design

Inventor – Introduction to Solid Modeling (28 hrs.)

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Web Design/Video Gaming/Animation/Photoshop with Digital Photography

Web Design Series (42 hrs.)

Creating the look and feel of World Wide Web pages for websites can be fun and rewarding. This involves developing a graphic design that effectively communicates the ideas being promoted by the website. Learn how to develop the initial planning of a website, plan the layout and organization of the site, the types of colors or images to use (photos, illustrations, videos, etc.), and other matters concerning overall design.

The following three (3) Web Design courses are intended for those who are looking to create and design professional looking websites. These courses can be taken individually or bundled into a three (3) course series for a huge savings. The courses are taught by a professional Web Designer and a Photographer.

Below are the three (3) courses in this series and their course descriptions.

1. Web Design with Adobe Dreamweaver Creative Cloud (24 hrs.)

2. Marketing Your Business on the Internet through Social Media and Branding (6 hrs.)

3. Creating WordPress Websites (12 hrs.)

Register for all three (3) courses - 42 hours for only $795 (including materials) Save $190.

No online registrations. To register for the Web Design Series, please contact Nada Koury, Business Coordinator at 440-891-7646. *Payment plan available

1. Web Design with Adobe Dreamweaver reamwe Creative Cloud (24 hrs.)

You’ll begin by touring the Dreamweaver workspace and configuring it for your specific site-management needs. You’ll learn how to use Dreamweaver’s intuitive tool set to structure text, and investigate the myriad formatting options CSS provides. Along the way, you’ll work with images, build navigation elements, discuss effective layout methods, learn where and when to use tables, and examine successful site planning strategies. By the end of the course, you’ll have successfully built a website and know how to use Dreamweaver’s built-in FTP tools to upload to the server of your choice.

T, Th 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM Sept. 23 - Oct. 16 Class fee $425 ..........Materials fee $70 ...........Total $495 *Payment plan available

2. Marketing Your Business on the Internet through Social Media and Branding (6 hrs.)

Find out how to market your business on the Internet, even if you have little or no money to spend! In this practical, hands-on course, you’ll discover proven methods that will help you establish an Internet presence and build an online brand identity. You’ll learn how search engine optimization (SEO) works and how to track your site’s performance using Web analytics. You’ll understand how to use online advertising, email marketing, and social media (including blogs) to drive business to your Website and keep visitors coming back again and again.

T, Th 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM Oct. 21 & 23, 2014 Class fee $195 ..........Materials fee $0 .............Total $195

3. Creating WordPress Websites (12 hrs.)

Want to build an attractive, sophisticated blog or website—without having to learn any special coding? WordPress is the answer you’re looking for!

WordPress is one of the world’s most popular Web design tools because it’s free, easy to use, and produces professional results. In these lessons, you’ll get hands-on experience with this powerful tool as you create your own WordPress site or blog. Learn about design themes and templates, pages and posts, adding images and video, and third-party extensions. By the end of this course, you’ll be able to confidently use WordPress to create a blog or a personal, business, or organizational website.

T, Th 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM Oct. 30 - Nov. 11, 2014 Class fee $295 ..........Materials fee $0 .............Total $295

VIDEO GAMING / ANIMATION / PHOTOSHOP WITH DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY Introduction to Video Game Development (18 hrs.)

This course explores the fundamentals of video game development. Taking a look at what it takes to be a game developer, students are exposed to game design documentation formats, as well as the particulars and requirements of the professional game development cycle. The course also places special emphasis on exploring and identifying the characteristics of the diverse game genres. By the class’s end, students are asked to produce written documentation and develop their own game concept.

T, Th 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM Oct. 23 - Nov. 18, 2014 (no class 10/28,11/13) Class fee $345 ..........Materials fee $0 .............Total $345

2D Motion for Games (18 hrs.)

This course starts by introducing fundamental animation techniques and the basic principles of animation in the context of game design. Using Adobe After Effects, students will utilize these principles to design user interface screens and mock up 2D side scrolling games.

T, Th 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM Nov. 20 - Dec. 11, 2014 (no class 11/27) Class fee $345 ..........Materials fee $0 .............Total $345

Animation Appreciation (18 hrs.)

In this course, students will learn to appreciate and understand the impact of animation in film. Different animation techniques will be discussed at length and students will have the opportunity to view a variety of animated films.

Students will be required to research different styles of animation and turn in papers for discussion.

T, Th 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM Jan. 6 - 22, 2015 Class fee $345 ..........Materials fee $0 .............Total $345

Basic PhotoShop with Digital Photography (18 hrs.)

This is an introductory course that gives casual photographers an understanding of basic digital camera use and how images are transferred and edited on the computer. The students will learn basic camera knowledge and best practices for taking great photos. In addition, utilizing PhotoShop, students will learn how to work with text, layers, and layer effects; how to adjust, retouch, and resize images; and how to prepare images for printing and the Web. T, Th 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM Sept. 2 - 18, 2014 M, W 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM Dec. 1 - 17, 2014 Class fee $345 ..........Materials fee $0 .............Total $345

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Adobe Creative Cloud Graphic Design Series (108 hrs.)

Learn how to create design solutions that have a highvisual impact. These designs are required for a huge variety of products and activities, such as advertising, books, magazines, posters, computer games, product packaging, exhibitions and displays, communications and identity, e.g. giving your design a visual ‘brand.’

The following seven Creative Graphic Design courses are intended for those who are looking to create ideas and concepts, choosing the appropriate media and style to meet the objectives. Bring your creative flair, up-to-date knowledge of industry software and an approach to time.

These courses can be taken individually or bundled into a seven (7) course series for a huge savings. The courses are taught by a professional Graphic Designer.

Below are the seven courses in this series and their course descriptions.

1. Design and Composition (6 hrs.)

2. PhotoShop Creative Cloud Basics for Graphics (15 hrs.)

3. PhotoShop Creative Cloud Advanced for Graphics (21 hrs.)

4. InDesign Creative Cloud Basic for Graphics (15 hrs.)

5. InDesign Creative Cloud Advanced for Graphics (15 hrs.)

6. Adobe Illustrator Creative Cloud Basic for Graphics (15 hrs.)

7. Adobe Illustrator Creative Cloud Advanced for Graphics (21 hrs.)

Register for all seven (7) courses - 108 hours for only $1,845 Save $670.

No online registrations. To register for the Adobe Creative Cloud Graphic Design Series, please contact Nada Koury, Business Coordinator at 440-891-7646. *Payment plan available

1. Design and Composition (6 hrs.)

What makes any image work, in graphic design? The answer is composition.

Composition, literally the assembly or construction of elements, is the artful arrangement that guides the viewer’s eye and unifies your work. In this course, you’ll develop your compositional skills through a series of artistic workouts; you’ll also learn the principles of effective composition and design bringing your designs to the professional level! Please bring a jump drive to class. This course is a prerequisite for any of the following courses in the Adobe Creative Cloud Graphic Design Series.

M, W 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM Sept. 8 & 10, 2014 Class fee $195 ..........Materials fee $0 .............Total $195

2. PhotoShop Creative Cloud Basic (15 hrs.)

PhotoShop is the world’s best-known photo-editing program. Artists, photographers, designers, and hobbyists all rely on Adobe PhotoShop for image creation and editing. Discover the fastest and most effective ways to use PhotoShop from an expert. You’ll learn how to use PhotoShop with detailed, step-by-step instructions that you’ll have no trouble following and have a lot of fun doing it. Get familiar with the work area, photo corrections, layers, selections, and the amazing tools and tricks even the pro’s use! Please bring a jump drive to class.

M, W 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM Sept. 15 - 29, 2014 Class fee $355 ..........Materials fee $40 ...........Total $395

3. PhotoShop Creative Cloud Advanced (21 hrs.)

In this course, you can take your PhotoShop skills to the next level by exploring more advanced features in PhotoShop that let you easily re-edit projects long after they were originally created. Learn non-destructive editing techniques, processing raw images, color management, preparing files for web or print, and even more tools that will make tabloid newspapers jealous! Prerequisite: PhotoShop Creative Cloud Basic and textbook from PhotoShop Creative Cloud Basic. Please bring a jump drive to class.

M, W 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM Oct. 1 - Oct. 22, 2014 Class fee $445 ..........Materials fee $0 .............Total $445

4. InDesign Creative Cloud Basic (15 hrs.)

In this Adobe InDesign CS6 class, you’ll get hands-on desktop publishing training to learn how to use this popular page layout software program to design and create professional-quality files that play graphics, movies, and more. You’ll discover that you don’t have to be a designer or an artist to produce professional-quality documents! In each lesson, we’ll cover an important aspect of InDesign Creative Cloud as you prepare a range of print and online products. You’ll get dozens of files to use in the lessons— partially completed InDesign files, as well as the graphics, images, fonts, and other content required for the project. Lesson-by-lesson, you’ll explore the best ways to use the features in this program to create different types of material, how to organize and name your files, and how to reuse items such as colors and artwork. By the time you finish the course, you’ll not only be comfortable with the tools and features that InDesign Creative Cloud offers, you’ll also know the most efficient ways to use the program to produce the materials you need for your own work, recreation, or hobbies. Please bring a jump drive to class.

M, W 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM Oct. 27 - Nov. 10, 2014 Class fee $345 ..........Materials fee $0 .............Total $345

5. InDesign Creative Cloud Advanced (15 hrs.)

A continuation of InDesign Basic; this course will cover templates, style sheets, and libraries and advanced techniques for high volume print design.

We will cover the use object styles, nested styles, and anchored objects. We will also work with tables, custom templates, and color samples. And what’s your biggest InDesign headache? If you said color, you need this course! In these lessons, you’ll master everything from calibrating your monitor and using the Adobe Color Management System to working with printing tools and managing spot colors and mixed ink. This course will give you the skills and knowledge you need to use InDesign’s advanced features with ease and confidence. Please bring a jump drive to class. Prerequisite: InDesign Creative Cloud Basic.

M, W 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM Nov. 12 - Dec. 1, 2014 (no class 11/26) Class fee $345 ..........Materials fee $0 .............Total $345

6. Adobe Illustrator Creative ive Cloud Basic (15 hrs.)

In this course, you’ll see how Adobe Illustrator Creative Cloud can give you the power to design, draw, and color images quickly and easily. From drawing objects with the shape tools to mastering the all-important Pen tool to working with shape gradients, you’ll gain the techniques you need to produce stunning vector graphics. You’ll learn to apply and work with color, create shading effects and painterly brushstrokes, and add special effects such as 3D to your drawings that will set your work apart. You can also easily move designs back and forth between PhotoShop and Illustrator to take advantage of the strengths of both programs. Come experience the fun of Adobe Illustrator! Please bring a jump drive to class.

M, W 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM Dec. 3 - 17, 2014 Class fee $345 ..........Materials fee $0 .............Total $345

7. Adobe Illustrator Creative Cloud Advanced (21 hrs.)

This course covers the different types of masks, the new Image Trace feature, the new pattern creation panel, how to draw in perspective using the Perspective Grid, selecting color with the Color Guide panel, creating bristle brushes and calligraphic brushes, multiple methods of using Illustrator with PhotoShop, synchronizing color management with other Creative Cloud applications, and proofing and pre-press functions for color separations.

Please bring a jump drive to class. Prerequisite: Adobe Illustrator Creative Cloud Basic.

M, W 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM Jan. 5 - 28, 2015 (no class 1/19) Class fee $445 ..........Materials fee $0 .............Total $445

The residents of Berea, Brook Park, Brooklyn, Fairview Park, Middleburg Heights, North Olmsted, Olmsted Falls, Olmsted Township and Strongsville will receive a $5 discount on the tuition fees listed.

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AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY Basic Automotive Technology Course Series (148.5 hrs.)

This 4-month Automotive Technology Program is designed to train students with the required skills to repair and maintain automotive vehicles. The program includes both classroom theory and hands-on projects. Through a series of ten (10) courses, (148.5 hours), students will learn the various components of the Automotive Technology field. Students will gain the necessary experience to work on the repair of cars. Topics include: •Tires & Wheels • Brake System •Suspension •Steering •Alignment •Cooling Systems •Electrical Systems •Fuel & Ignition Systems •Emission Control •Overview of Top, Bottom and Front Engine Components The following ten (10) courses make up the Automotive Technology Course Series. These ten (10) courses (148.5 hours) taken separately would normally cost $3,010, however, we have combined these courses to save you $815. Register for this entire ten (10) course series and pay only $2,195.

No on-line registrations available. For additional information, call Nada Koury, Business Coordinator, 440-891-7646.

See below for complete course descriptions.

Tuition for a Total of $148.5 Course Series Hours (including materials fee of $100) is $2,195. Save $815. *Payment plan available

1. Tires, Wheels & Wheel Bearings (9 hrs.)

In this course, students will learn everything about tires and wheel bearings.

Find out the proper way to mount and balance tires and how to maintain and care for bearings.

T, W 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM Sept. 2 & 3, 2014 Class fee $195 ..........Materials fee $0 .............Total $195

2. Brake System Fundamentals, Diagnosis and Repair (31.5 hrs.)

Students will learn the entire Brake System repair of Brake Hydraulics, Disc & Drum components.

T, W 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM Sept. 9 - 30, 2014 Class fee $595 ..........Materials fee $0 .............Total $595

3. Suspension Fundamentals, Diagnosis and Repair (13.5 hrs.)

7. Electrical Systems Fundamentals and Diagnosis (13.5 hrs.)

Students will learn about batteries, charging and starting systems.

T, W 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM Nov. 18 - 25, 2014 Class fee $245 ..........Materials fee $0 .............Total $245

8. Emission Control Systems (4.5 hrs.)

You will learn how to test and repair emission control systems.

T 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM Dec. 2, 2014 Class fee $95 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $95

9. Fuel and Ignition Systems (13.5 hrs.)

In this course, students will understand engine performance and drivability problems on the majority of systems.

T, W 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM Dec. 3 - 10, 2014 Class fee $325 ..........Materials fee $0 .............Total $325

10. Engine Top, Bottom and Front Overview (22.5 hrs.)

A complete and thorough overview on the engine components will be examined. Top, bottom and front of engines will be discussed.

T, W 5:30 PM – 10:00 PM Jan. 6 - 20, 2015 Class fee $545 ..........Materials fee $0 .............Total $545

CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY Introduction to Residential Construction, Repair & Maintenance Series (242 hrs.)

This 4-month Residential Construction, Repair and Maintenance course series is designed to train students with skills required for home construction and renovation work. Training includes both classroom and hands-on projects. Through a series of 12 courses, (242 hours), students learn the many facets of the residential construction process to be prepared in doing renovation, repair, and maintenance in the construction field.

The following 12 courses make up the Introduction to Residential Construction, Repair and Maintenance Course Series. These courses taken separately would normally cost $4,130, however, we have combined these courses to save you $1,135.

No on-line registrations available. For additional information, call Nada Koury, Business Coordinator, 440-891-7646.

In this course, students will learn everything about MacPherson struts, long and short arm suspension, springs and more.

T, W 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM Oct. 1 - 8, 2014 Class fee $245 ..........Materials fee $0 .............Total $245

1. Carpentry (36 hrs.)

4. Steering Fundamentals and Diagnosis (13.5 hrs.)

2. Blueprint Reading: Construction (24 hrs.)

Power steering, rack and pinion steering gears and much more will be discussed in this course.

T, W 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM Oct. 14 - 21, 2014 Class fee $245 ..........Materials fee $0 .............Total $245

Detailed and topographical plans • Methods to calculate areas for project materials.

M 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Oct. 6 - Nov. 10, 2014

3. Timber Framing (36 hrs.)

5. Alignment (9 hrs.)

This course explores post and beam construction • Mortise and tenon joinery • Basic joints and the principles of both square rule and scribe rule layout and framing assembly • Basic hand tools needed.

Sat 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM Oct. 18 - Nov. 22, 2014

Students will learn the how-to and why you need to do an alignment.

T, W 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM Oct. 22 & 29, 2014 (no class 10/28) Class fee $195 ..........Materials fee $0 .............Total $195

6. Cooling and HVAC Fundamentals and Diagnosis (18 hrs.)

In this course, students will learn everything about cooling systems and the vehicle HVAC work and how to repair them. Students will also learn how to recover and recycle refrigerant.

T, W 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM Nov. 4 - 12, 2014 Class fee $325 ..........Materials fee $0 .............Total $325 The residents of Berea, Brook Park, Brooklyn, Fairview Park, Middleburg Heights, North Olmsted, Olmsted Falls, Olmsted Township and Strongsville will receive a $5 discount on the tuition fees listed.

Floor, Wall and Roof Framing • Rafters • Door and Window Installation • Insulation • Drywall.

W 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Oct. 1 - Dec. 3, 2014 (no class 11/26)

4. Weekend Warriors: Drywall (5 hrs.)

Learn how to install, repair and tape drywall in this hands-on class.

Sat 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM Sept. 6, 2014

5. Introduction to Residential Roofing and Siding (24 hrs.)

Low maintenance building products • Roofing and siding material, measurement/estimating and installation • Flashing at valleys, sidewalls, chimneys, and roof obstructions • Materials and tools will also be discussed.

M 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Nov. 17 - Jan. 26, 2015 (no class 12/22, 12/29 & 1/19)

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Single pole and 3-way switching • Outlet installation • Circuit breaker panel installation • Related NEC (National Electric Code) requirements • Safety • Circuits and VOM meter usage.

T, Th 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Sept. 9 - Oct. 16, 2014

7. Plumbing I (30 hrs.)

Proper use of common plumbing hand tools • Calculations • Reading Plumbing drawings • Pipe fittings, fixtures and faucets • DWV and potable water systems.

T, Th 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Oct. 21 - Nov. 25, 2014 (no class 10/28 & 11/13)

8. Plumbing II (30 hrs.)

Piping and testing of drains • Wastes and Vents • Reading residential drawing hangers • Supports and structural penetrations.

T, Th 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Dec. 2 - Jan. 15, 2015 (no class 12/23, 25, 30, and 1/1/15)

9. Weekend Warriors: Hardwood Floor Installation, Repair and Refinishing (5 hrs.)

Valuable tips and a demonstration on how to install beautiful professional looking floors as well as the process and techniques to replace boards, sand, stain, and finish. Additionally you will learn the various types of wood flooring and their durability, oil base versus water base finishes, and hand versus machine sanding.

Sat 8:30 AM - 1:30 PM Sept. 20, 2014

10. Weekend Warriors: Quick Lock Floor Installation (5 hrs.)

Installation of “Quick Lock Flooring” • Laminate, vinyl, and natural wood flooring with the underlayment foam pad installed over hard surfaced flooring or subfloors including concrete • No need for staples/nails or messy adhesive, the floating floor installation is easy and fast.

Sat 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM Oct. 4, 2014

11. Weekend Warriors: Ceramic Floor & Wall Tiling (5 hrs.)

The process to install and repair ceramic tile for walls and floors.

Sat 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM Dec. 13, 2014

12. Paint Like a Pro (6 hrs.)

The best methods and materials for interior and exterior painting • Color selection, primers and paints. This class covers everything you need to know for a successful paint job.

Th 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM Jan. 22 & 29, 2014 Register for this 242 Total Course Series Hours (including materials) for only $2,995 Save $1,135 *Payment plan available

Ohio Building Code Compliance (8 hrs.)

This is an introductory course for students to learn the basics of navigating the Ohio Building Code, building department services, utilities awareness, and construction procedures for today’s homeowner. Learn how to find the rules and regulations involved in today’s modern construction to build it right the first time.

T, Th 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Oct. 7 - 16, 2014 Class fee $195 ..........Materials fee $0 .............Total $195

Blueprint Reading: Construction (24 hrs.)

This course is for anyone who wants to read and interpret construction blueprints. It will cover permits, construction plans, details, specifications, topographical plans along with ways to calculate materials and contractor/ subcontractor costs. Prerequisite: Basic math/ruler skills.

M 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Oct. 6, - Nov. 10, 2014 Class fee $395 ..........Materials fee $50 ...........Total $445

Construction Technology

6. Residential Electrical Wiring (36 hrs.)

*Payment plan available

Energy Auditing (40 hrs.)

This course will teach students the fundamental science of assessing a single family home from an energy usage and efficiency perspective. Students will also be prepared for the “Building Analyst 1” national certification exam offered by the Building Performance Institute (BPI). Today homeowners and homebuyers want to know how well or how bad a home is working to keep utility expenses low. The topics covered in this course will give you the knowledge to answer those questions. The course covers such topics as combustion analysis (how efficient is my furnace?), ventilation requirements (why does everyone in our family get sick at once?), assessing window performance (will buying new windows be worth the expense?), and many other topics that relate to energy performance. This course is recommended for Real Estate Agents, HVAC Professionals, Property Managers, Housing Policy Analysts & Advocates, or for anyone who wants to audit the energy in their home.

M, W 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM Oct. 6 - Nov. 5, 2014 Class fee $545 ..........Materials fee $50 ...........Total $595 *Payment plan available

Building Services & Maintenance (24 hrs.)

Hands-on training in electrical, plumbing, and maintenance. The following topics will be covered: Electrical: Safety and introduction to basic tools, residential wiring according to the National Electrical Code (NEC), breakers (replacement and rating), three-way switches, ground fall circuit interrupter (GFCI) installation, commercial - 220v residential single-phase and conduit (bending and installation). Plumbing: Copper soldering, rebuilding and replacing faucets, rebuilding toilets, maintaining and snaking drains, replacing hot water tanks, and manual and electrical pipe treading. Service & Maintenance: Introduction to most hand-held power tools.

T, Th 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Sept. 23 - Oct. 16, 2014 Class fee $395 ..........Materials fee $0 .............Total $395 *Payment plan available

Construction Management/Supervision (10 hrs.)

This course provides students with the technical and managerial skills needed in today’s residential construction industry. Students are prepared for the management responsibilities that require them to develop critical thinking, problem solving and decision making skills to manage individual and team performance and functional oversight of a project life cycle. Through the use of instructional projects, students will learn the tools to become leaders of construction teams.

W 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Sept. 17 - Oct. 15, 2014 Class fee $225 ..........Materials fee $0 .............Total $225

The residents of Berea, Brook Park, Brooklyn, Fairview Park, Middleburg Heights, North Olmsted, Olmsted Falls, Olmsted Township and Strongsville will receive a $5 discount on the tuition fees listed.

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Carpentry/Roofing/Siding/Painting/Weekend Warrior Series

CARPENTRY / ROOFING / SIDING Carpentry (36 hrs.)

This course explores post and beam construction • Mortise and tenon joinery • Basic joints and the principles of both square rule and scribe rule layout and framing assembly • Basic hand tools needed. In addition, all Basic carpentry skills and tools will be introduced. You will also learn job safety, project planning, and tool and material selection. Both theory and hands-on training will cover the following areas: Floor, wall and roof Framing, Rafters, Door installation, Window installation, Insulation, and Drywall. Learn the trade from the pro who has been teaching carpentry and construction for over 35 years.

W 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Oct. 1 - Dec. 3, 2014 (no class 11/26) Class fee $525 ..........Materials fee $0 .............Total $525 *Payment plan available

Timber Framing (36 hrs.)

Timber Framing is building construction the way barns and buildings have been constructed historically throughout Europe, Asia and the U.S. • Mortise and tenon joinery • Basic jointery will be explored and the principles of both square rule and scribe rule layout will be explained and implemented • Basic hand tools and math/ruler skill are required.

Sat 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM OCT. 18 - Dec. 22, 2014 (no class 11/29) Class fee $525 ..........Materials fee $0 .............Total $525 *Payment plan available

Introduction to Residential Roofing and Siding (24 hrs.)

This course is an introduction to roofing and exterior siding. The course is designed to provide instruction in the theory and skills associated with the installation of low maintenance building products. Roofing and siding materials, measurement/estimating, exterior insulation and proper installation methods will be covered. Flashing at valleys, sidewalls, chimneys, as well as roof obstructions will be included. The proper use of powered and nonpowered hand tools will be covered thoroughly. Materials including roofing felt, asphalt shingles, vinyl siding and aluminum trim will be introduced.

M 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Nov. 17 - Jan. 26, 2015 (no class 12/22, 12/29, & 1/19) Class fee $445 ..........Materials fee $0 .............Total $445 *Payment plan available

PAINTING Paint Like a Pro (6 hrs.)

An overview of best methods and materials for interior and exterior painting. From color selection to primers, paints, and the required amount of paint needed for your project. This hands-on class covers everything you need to know for a successful paint job.

Th 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM Oct. 9 &16, 2014 Th 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM Jan. 22 & 29, 2015 Class fee $95 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $95

WEEKEND WARRIOR SERIES (Flooring, Drywall, Electrical, and Plumbing) NEW The following six courses are designed for individuals who want to learn the proper techniques for a weekend warrior project. Join us for six Saturdays, 30 hours and pay only $475. A savings of $95, or take any course in this series and pay only $95 per course.

Weekend Warriors: Hardwood Floor Installation, Repair, and Refinishing (5 hrs.)

Join this class and receive valuable tips and a demonstration on how to install beautiful professional looking floors in your home. DIY (do-it-yourself) and save money. Learn from a pro the process and techniques to replace boards, sand, stain, and finish your hardwood floors and bring them back to new condition. Types of wood flooring, durability, oil base versus water base finishes, and hand versus machine sanding will all be discussed. Ask the Pro and get your answers.

Sat 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM Sept. 20, 2014 Sat 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM Nov. 22, 2014 Class fee $95 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $95

Weekend Warriors: Quick Lock Floor Installation (5 hrs.)

Join this class and learn the professional way to install “Quick Lock Flooring.” Laminate, vinyl, and natural wood flooring with the underlayment foam pad can be installed over most all other hard surfaced flooring or subfloors including concrete without the need for staples/nails or messy adhesive. The floating floor installation is easy and fast.

Sat 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM Oct. 4, 2014 Sat 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM Dec. 6, 2014 Class fee $95 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $95

Weekend Warriors: Ceramic Floor & Wall Tiling (5 hrs.)

Learn how to install and repair ceramic tile for walls and floors.

Sat 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM Oct. 18, 2014 Sat 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM Dec. 13, 2014 Class fee $95 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $95

Weekend Warriors: Drywall (5 hrs.)

Learn how to install, repair and tape drywall in this hands-on class.

Sat 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM Sept. 6, 2014 Sat 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM Nov. 1, 2014 Class fee $95 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $95

Weekend Warriors: Electrical (5 hrs.)

Learn how to change light fixtures, install ceiling fans and replace receptacles/switches. Electrical safety will also be covered.

Sat 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM Sept. 13, 2014 Sat 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM Nov. 15, 2014 Class fee $95 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $95

Weekend Warriors: Plumbing (5 hrs.)

Popular classes fill up fast!

Enroll early and get the class you want.

Learn how to install faucets, replace and repair toilets, and solder.

Sat 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM Sept. 27, 2014 Sat 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM Nov. 8, 2014 Class fee $95 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $95

Register now! Call 440-891-7600 or register online at www.polaris.edu

The residents of Berea, Brook Park, Brooklyn, Fairview Park, Middleburg Heights, North Olmsted, Olmsted Falls, Olmsted Township and Strongsville will receive a $5 discount on the tuition fees listed.

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ELECTRICAL WIRING / ELECTRICITY Residential Electrical Wiring (36 hrs.)

Learn the basics of residential wiring through this hands-on class. Topics include single pole and 3-way switching, outlet installation, circuit breaker panel installation basics, related NEC (National Electric Code) requirements, electrical safety, ground fault circuits, arc fault circuits, new work requirements, old work wiring methods, some basic electrical theory and VOM meter use.

T, Th 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Sep. 9 - Oct. 16, 2014 Class fee $540 ..........Materials fee $85 ...........Total $625 *Payment plan available

Industrial Electrical Wiring (36 hrs.)

Develop the knowledge of industrial electrical wiring through hands-on practice as well as theory instruction. Students will learn layout and design including troubleshooting and installation, blueprint reading, conduit bending, and panel box installation, update, and repair. Three-phase theory will also be covered. Instruction based on current NEC standards.

T, Th 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Oct. 21 - Dec. 9, 2014 (no class 10/28, 11/13 & 11/27) Class fee $525 ..........Materials fee $100 .........Total $625 *Payment plan available

Electricity: AC & DC Basic (36 hrs.)

Topics include basic DC and AC principles with emphasis on series and parallel circuits, electron theory, batteries, magnetism, electromagnetic induction, DC generators, and DC motors. Electrical quantities, units of measurement, and procedures for using Ohm’s Law to calculate voltage, current, resistance and power in circuits are explained. Gain an understanding of AC electricity through the study of basic AC current with emphasis on single and three-phase voltage, inductance, capacitance, reactance, impedance, transformers, AC motors, and delta-wye connections.

M, W 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Sep. 15 - Oct. 22, 2014 Class fee $525 ..........Materials fee $150 .........Total $675 *Payment plan available

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) (36 hrs.) NEW This course introduces the fundamentals of Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) systems as used in industrial environments. It provides the knowledge and skills needed to understand hardware, basic methods of programming, and programming techniques.

Students will learn the basics of working with PLCs – how to identify components, how to write ladder logic programs, understand PLC inputs and outputs, understand basic programming instructions, how to set up a PLC including hard wiring, how to identify and isolate the most common system faults, and so much more. Students will perform real and simulated hands-on experiments using Allen Bradley’s MicroLogix controllers. All programs are written using Rockwell Automation’s RSLogix Micro software and LogixPro 500 PLC Simulation which is included with the text book.

M, W 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Oct. 27 - Dec. 8, 2014 (no class 11/26) Class fee $525 ..........Materials fee $150 .........Total $675 *Payment plan available

Electrical Contractor Exam Prep Course (60 hrs.)

By taking this course electricians will gain the necessary skills to pass the electrical contractor’s exam. The course will provide an overview of Electrical Theory, the NEC, and Electrical Calculations and is based on the Mike Holt’s exam prep series. Electricians will learn subjects and areas of study that they need to focus on in order to pass the contractor’s exam. The course will also cover the requirements for the business section of the electrical contractor’s test. Electricians will practice taking exams under conditions similar to the actual competency exam. Students will need an up-to-date NFPA 70 code book.

M, W 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Sept. 22 - Nov. 10, 2014 Class fee $595 ..........Materials fee $200 ........Total $795 *Payment plan available

LOW PRESSURE BOILER Low Pressure Boiler License Preparation (60 hrs.)

This course is intended for operators of boiler systems used in hotels, apartment buildings, schools, and other large institutions. The following topics will be covered: Boiler Operation Principles, Boiler Fittings, Feedwater System, Steam System, Fuel System, Draft System, Boiler Water Treatment, Boiler Operation Procedures, Hot Water Heating Systems, Cooling Systems, and Boiler Operation Safety. Students will prepare for the licensing examinations through NIULPE (National Institute for the Licensing of Power Engineers) exam which will be administered at Polaris at the end of the course. Students that pass the exam will earn the NIULPE 5th class license (student is responsible for application, exam and license fees). Course is taught by a Third Class Steam Engineer.

T, Th 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Sept. 18 - Nov. 11, 2014 (no class 10/28) Class fee $670 ..........Materials fee $125 .........Total $795 *Payment plan available

PLUMBING Plumbing: Part I (30 hrs.)

This course combines textbook and classroom instruction with entry-level “how-to” techniques to introduce you to the plumbing craft. Topics include use of common hand tools, planning calculations, reading plumbing drawings, common pipe and fitting materials, fixtures and faucets, DWV and potable water systems.

T, Th 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Oct. 21 - Nov. 25, 2014 (no class 10/28, 11/13 & 11/27) Class fee $450 ..........Materials fee $95 ...........Total $545 *Payment plan available

Plumbing: Part II (30 hrs.)

This hands-on course is a continuation of Plumbing: Part I and covers piping and testing of drains, wastes and vents in a simulated residential setting. Additional topics include reading residential drawings, hangers, supports and structural penetrations. Textbook from Plumbing: Part I will be used in class. Prerequisite: Plumbing: Part I. T, Th 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Dec. 2, 2014 - Jan. 15, 2015 (no class 12/23, 12/25, 12/30 & 1/1/15) Class fee $450 ..........Materials fee $95 ...........Total $545

Industrial Technology/Electrical Wiring/Electricity/Low Pressure Boiler/Plumbing

INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY

*Payment plan available

Popular classes fill up fast!

Enroll early and get the class you want.

Register now! Call 440-891-7600 or register online at www.polaris.edu

The residents of Berea, Brook Park, Brooklyn, Fairview Park, Middleburg Heights, North Olmsted, Olmsted Falls, Olmsted Township and Strongsville will receive a $5 discount on the tuition fees listed.

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Welding/Small Engine Repair/Entrepreneur/Personal Finance and Real Estate Investing/Arts/Crafts/Jewelry

WELDING Welding: Introduction (72 hrs.)

This course includes arc welding theory, welding machine design and operation, electrode types, and welding symbols related to shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), also known as stick welding. It also features related hands-on exercises that incorporate individual welding projects. Supplies will be discussed the first evening. Course content includes curriculum from the National Center for Construction Education and Research and the American Welding Society. Those interested in receiving an NCCER transcript of credit that applies toward NCCER certification in welding must successfully complete Introduction to Construction & Maintenance. This class is also open to those who do not wish to obtain certification. Welding gloves and safety glasses are included.

M, W 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Sep 3 - Nov. 3, 2014 Class fee $725 ..........Materials fee $200 .........Total $925 *Payment plan available

Welding: Vertical and Horizontal (48 hrs.)

This course is a continuation in the welding trade. Course topics include open v-grove in the vertical and horizontal positions. Prerequisite: Welding Introduction. Welding gloves and safety glasses are required.

M, W 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Nov. 5 - Dec. 17, 2014 (no class 11/26) Class fee $645 ..........Materials fee $0 .............Total $645 *Payment plan available

PERSONAL ENRICHMENT ENTREPRENEUR Buying and Selling on eBay Part I (3.5 hrs.)

Items covered are: how to get started, new selling fees and rules, calculating shipping, creating postage from home, where to get free shipping supplies, creating a mock auction and more.

W 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM Oct. 22, 2014 Class fee $30 ............Materials fee $29 ...........Total $59

Buying and Selling on eBay Part II (3.5 hrs.)

Prerequisite: A previously registered eBay account and basic knowledge of eBay. W 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM Oct. 29, 2014 Class fee $30 ............Materials fee $29 ...........Total $59 For complete course descriptions, visit www.polaris.edu.

PERSONAL FINANCE AND REAL ESTATE INVESTING Are You Ready to Retire? (2 hrs.)

Do you know what you need to have in place in order to be financially prepared to retire? This class will discuss what you need to think about and know in order to retire comfortably.

W 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Oct. 8, 2014 Class fee $35 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $35

10 Steps to Perfect Credit (2 hrs.)

Learn how to sign up on line and have the instructor analyze and assist you to improve your credit rating.

W 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Sept. 10, 2014 Class fee $29 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $29

Investing in Today’s Market (Free Investment Class) (2 hrs.) FREE In this free course you will learn common investing mistakes, how to avoid them, and investing strategies to help reach your long-term goals.

W 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Sept. 24, 2014

Foundations of Investing (8 hrs.)

SMALL ENGINE REPAIR Small Engine Repair (33 hrs.)

In this hands-on class, you will learn how to service, maintain, repair, and winterize two and four cycle engines as well as outdoor power equipment.

This workshop will cover: safety training, use of tools, carburetion, ignition systems, lubrication, tune-ups, blade and chain sharpening, trouble shooting, preventative maintenance and more.

M, W 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Sept. 8 - Oct. 13, 2014 M, W 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Nov. 10 - Dec. 17, 2014 (no class 11/26) Class fee $380 ..........Materials fee $65 ...........Total $445 *Payment plan available

This class addresses needs of new and experienced investors, as well as those needing a refresher. During this class, participants will learn more about basic investing principles, the key features of bonds, stocks and mutual funds, the importance of asset allocation, and the impact of inflation on your long-term goals. Additional topics include tax-free investing and preparing your estate plan.

W 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Oct. 15 - Nov. 5, 2014 Class fee $49 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $49

Investing in Real Estate in a Changing Market (9 hrs.)

T 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Oct. 7 - 21, 2014 Class fee $59 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $59

ARTS / CRAFTS / JEWELRY Learn to Quilt (10 Hrs.) A comprehensive introduction to machine quilting. The class is designed to give the student knowledge of the basic anatomy of a quilt, rotary cutting and machine piercing. Learn a new block and technique each week and complete a wall hanging. Bring your own machine. Please call 440-891-7639 or email efinley@polaris.edu for supply list.

W 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM Oct. 8 – 29, 2014 Class fee $59 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $59

For more information or to register, call 440-891-7600 or go to www.polaris.edu.

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Enjoy a non-traditional way to paint. Loosen up and let the paint flow on your paper without worrying about the paper buckling. Discover the excitement that can happen on this unpredictable medium. Please call 440-891-7639 or email efinley@polaris.edu for supply list. If you want to learn to paint loose, this is it. Bring a lunch.

S 9:30 PM – 3:00 PM Oct. 11, 2014 Class fee $39 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $39

Acrylic-Collage Workshop (5 hrs.)

Surprise yourself and have fun with painting. Try different approaches, media and techniques. Learn to look at the world around you with new eyes. We will create a realistic/impressionistic still life or landscape using collage and acrylic.

Crayons, pastels, pencils, markers and anything else that makes a mark may also be used along with thin collage materials. Choose to do the same subject in abstract format or compose something from your imagination. There are no rules in this workshop. The instructor will bring samples. You may follow the demonstration given at the start or do your own thing. Bring a lunch.

S 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM Oct. 25, 2014 Class fee $39 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $39

Fun with Watercolors (All Levels) (12 hrs.)

Before the start of the first class, call 440-891-7639 for a supply list or email efinley@polaris.edu.

W 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Oct. 22 - Dec. 3, 2014 (No class 11/26) Class fee $69 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $69

The Joy of Painting – Bob Ross Oils – Part I (10.5 hrs.)

Calligraphy (8 hrs.)

Learn the art of beautiful writing! This course will provide an introduction to calligraphic script with an emphasis on creative ideas for using calligraphy on a daily basis. Please bring plain white copy paper and various sized felt-tipped calligraphy pens to the first class.

Th 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Oct. 9 – 30, 2014 Class fee $69 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $69

JEWELRY Basic Jewelry Soldering (4 hrs.)

Stanton Jewelers, 29209 Center Ridge Road, Westlake. Make a sterling silver jewelry item personally designed and soldered.

T & Th 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Oct. 7 & 9, 2014 Class fee $49 ............Materials fee $20 ...........Total $69

Earrings (all levels) (2.5 hrs.)

Design and create 4 pairs of earrings (all lengths, styles, colors, and materials available).

Th 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM Nov. 6, 2014 Class fee $29 ............Materials fee $20 ...........Total $49

Dichroic Glass Shaped Pendants (2), Bracelet or Earrings Workshop (3.5 hrs.)

Glass fusing is an art form that provides a satisfying outcome the first time.

Heating cycles fuse pieces of special colored glass giving amazing results.

Sat 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM Oct. 4, 2014 Class fee $39 ............Materials fee $30 ...........Total $69

Please call 440-891-7639 or email efinley@polaris.edu for a supply list.

Th 6:00 PM – 9:30 PM Oct. 2 - 16, 2014 Class fee $69 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $69

Th 6:00 PM – 9:30 PM Nov. 6, 2014 Class fee $39 ............Materials fee $30 ...........Total $69

The Joy of Painting – Bob Ross Oils – Part II (10.5 hrs.)

Create three one-of-kind different bracelets using different wires, crystals, and stones to be worn with many outfits.

W 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM Oct. 22, 2014 Class fee $34 ............Materials fee $30 ...........Total $64

Please bring supplies from Part I class.

Th 6:00 PM – 9:30 PM Oct. 23 - Nov. 6, 2014 Class fee $69 ............ Materials fee $0 ............Total $69

Zentangle (8 hrs.)

An easy-to-learn method of creating beautiful images from repetitive patterns.

No previous art or drawing experience required.

M 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Sept. 15 - Oct. 6, 2014 Class fee $49 ............Materials fee $10 ...........Total $59

Tunisian Crochet (All Levels) (10 hrs.)

This is not your grandma’s afghan stitch! Tunisian crochet is experiencing a renewed interest. Needle artists are discovering its contemporary use for designs in home and fashion accessories. It is a fusion of crochet and knitting.

Stitch variations, pattern interpretation and finishing techniques will be explored. Students will purchase additional supplies as needed.

Th 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Oct. 9 - Nov. 6, 2014 Class fee $60 ............Materials fee $9 .............Total $69

Bracelets, Bracelets, Bracelets (2.5 hrs.)

Wire-Wrapped Pendant (2.5 hrs.)

Wire wrap three stones and three pieces of beach glass using artistic wire.

Wear these proudly on a cord or an omega.

Th 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM Oct. 16, 2014 Class fee $29 ............Materials fee $20 ...........Total $49

Steam Punk Bracelet (2.5 hrs.)

Learn the art of hammering metals to create a one-of-kind wire-wrapped bracelet to be worn with any outfit. You will learn different hammering and wire techniques. Adorn an aluminum cuff bracelet with buttons, gears and/or gemstones.

Th 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM Nov. 6, 2014 Class fee $34 ............Materials fee $25 ...........Total $59

Mixed Metal Pendant (2.5 hrs.)

Wire wrap four wine glasses or five serving pieces using glass beads and wire.

Th 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM Oct. 16, 2014 Class fee $29 ............Materials fee $20 ...........Total $49

Learn how to make a one-of-a-kind pendant using paints and metals. This course will show students how to hammer, punch holes into metal and blend colors of paint onto the metal by joining different metals with wire and attaching other elements.

W 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM Nov. 19, 2014 Class fee $34 ............Materials fee $25 ...........Total $59

Stamp a Stack of Holiday Cards (all levels) (3 hrs.)

Learn How to Rivet (2.5 hrs.)

For complete course descriptions, visit www.polaris.edu.

Wire-Wrapped Wine Glasses or Serving Pieces (2.5 hrs.)

Come stamp 10 holiday cards with matching envelopes. Beginners through advanced stampers welcome.

W 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM Nov. 5, 2014 Class fee $39 ............ Materials fee $15 ..........Total $54

Arts/Crafts/Jewelry

Painting on YUPO Workshop kshop (all levels) (5.5 hrs.)

Create a one-of-a-kind cold connection pendant using riveting techniques, stamping, and wire work to create a unique piece.

T 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM Oct. 21, 2014 Class fee $34 ............Materials fee $25 ...........Total $59

The residents of Berea, Brook Park, Brooklyn, Fairview Park, Middleburg Heights, North Olmsted, Olmsted Falls, Olmsted Township and Strongsville will receive a $5 discount on the tuition fees listed.

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Metal Painting (2 hrs.)

Ever wonder how metal jewelry pieces are painted? Learn how to create a pendant that will showcase your favorite colors. Students will learn how to mix various inks and paints while demonstrating different painting techniques.

W 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Oct. 29, 2014 Class fee $29 ............Materials fee $25 ...........Total $54 Complete course descriptions available at www.polaris.edu.

LITERATURE / VOICE ACTING/TELECOMMUNICATIONS Parents: Make Your iPad Kid-friendly and Safe for Fun and Education (3 hrs.)

If you share your devices, you may want to childproof your iPad. This class will walk you through the process as we download fun, educational Apps to help your child’s growing mind. Discover the best Apps for specific age groups and content areas to help your child build stronger foundations in math, reading, writing and problem solving. Learn the guidelines and pitfalls of iPads for children, how to organize your Apps, how to set ground rules for use and much, much more. Bring your iPad to class.

W 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Sept. 24, 2014 Class fee $49 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $49

How to Use Your iPad (3 hrs.)

It is always good to start from the beginning. Unlock the power of this incredible device. Learn the basics about care and use. Learn how to manage your settings, connect to Wi-Fi, set up email, use the calendar, take notes, download Apps, create folders, take photos and videos, surf the Internet, and much more.

W 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Oct. 22, 2014 Class fee $49 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $49

Getting Paid to Talk - An Introduction to Professional Voice Acting (2.5 hrs.)

This exciting class will explore numerous aspects of voice acting work for television, film, radio, books on tape, documentaries and the Internet. Class participants will even have a chance to record a commercial script under the direction of a producer from Voicecoaches.com.

W 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM Nov. 5, 2014 Class fee $39 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $39

Novel Basics I (10 hrs.)

Stop dreaming about writing a novel and get started creating that best seller.

Topics include deciding on a theme, creating unique and interesting characters, writing realistic dialogue, the correct use of point of view, using imagery to make your story’s setting come to life, and hooking your audience in the first page.

Th 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Sept. 11- Oct. 9, 2014 Class fee $89 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $89

CULINARY For the following Culinary classes, p bring an apron.

Canning Tomatoes (3 hrs.)

Join a certified chef and learn how to can tomatoes and make flavorful stewed tomatoes, tomato juice, and homemade ketchup. You will learn how simple it truly is to cut out the preservatives and high fructose corn syrup by canning and sampling your own homemade, healthy, delicious tomato products.

Th 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Sept. 18, 2014 Class fee $45 ............Materials fee $10 ...........Total $55

Jelly, Jams, and Juices (3 hrs.)

A certified chef will demonstrate how to can and freeze your own jelly or jams.

You will learn about powder pectin and liquid pectin, the key ingredient in setting jelly/jams up. You will sample the difference in homemade jellies and processed store bought jams. Last you will be introduced to 3 simple steps to can your own juice.

Th 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Oct. 16, 2014 Class fee $45 ............Materials fee $10 ...........Total $55

Freezing & Dehydrating (3 hrs.)

Learn how to preserve nature’s bounty. Join a certified chef as she demonstrates the simplicity of home preserving with par boiling, quick freezing, and preserving your fall favorites. A chance to taste the difference between store-bought and home-grown preserved fruits and vegetables will surely help persuade you to make healthier choices for your life.

Th 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Nov. 6, 2014 Class fee $45 ............Materials fee $10 ...........Total $55

Food for Less (2.5 hrs.)

Groceries can be a budget breaker! Learn how to feed your family nutritious and tasty meals for less by becoming a savvy consumer and wise shopper.

Meal planning/grocery lists, types of stores, coupons, advertised items, product selection (brand names, natural, organic) plus things you would never have considered will be discussed.

Th 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM Nov. 20, 2014 Class fee $29 ............Materials fee $5 .............Total $34

Learn the World of Beer (Beer Tasting) (2 hrs.)

Sample six different styles of beer accompanied with appetizers. Participants must be at least 21 years of age. Class will be held at Royal Park Fine Wines, 12770 Royalton Road, North Royalton.

Sat 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Oct. 11, 2014 Class fee $19 ............Materials fee $20 ...........Total $39

Wine Tasting (French Wines) (With a Certified Sommelier) (2 hrs.)

Participants must be at least 21 years of age. Class will be held at Royal Park Fine Wines, 12770 Royalton Road, North Royalton. This class has different wines and appetizers to sample each time it is offered.

Sat 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Oct. 25, 2014 Class fee $19 ............Materials fee $20 ...........Total $39

Positively Delicious Pierogies (3 hrs.)

Bring a rolling pin and 3 containers or zip lock bags for delicious samples.

M 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM Oct. 27, 2014 Class fee $40 ............Materials fee $9 .............Total $49

Comfort Foods Made Healthy (3 hrs.)

Are you interested in learning how to make your home style favorite foods healthy? A trained, certified chef will show you the needed equipment, provide recipes and samples, and show you how easy it is to add extra fruits or vegetables and nutrients to home-style recipes like meatloaf, macaroni & cheese, and brownies.

Th 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM Oct. 2, 2014 Class fee $43 ............Materials fee $6 .............Total $49

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Everyone has his/her holiday food traditions, right? Are you wondering how you can make those holiday favorites like mashed potatoes, cheesy potato casserole, green bean casserole, or stuffing healthier? Taste healthy holiday foods.

Th 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM Dec. 4, 2014 Class fee $43 ............Materials fee $6 .............Total $49

Chef Mike Sokolowski’s Cooking Series

PASTRY Cake Decorating I (10 hrs.)

Before the start of the first class, call 440-891-7639 or email efinley@polaris.edu to request a supply list.

T 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM Sept. 2 - 23, 2014 Class fee $89 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $89

Cake Decorating II (10 hrs.)

Join Chef Mike Sokolowski, Head Chef of Sokolowski’s University Inn, as he engages you while preparing his favorite comfort food recipes. Sokolowski’s is located in the Tremont area and has been in business since 1923 as a full-service v restaurant.

Prerequisite: Cake Decorating I. T 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM Oct. 21 - Nov. 18, 2014 (no class 10/28) Class fee $89 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $89

Meat Loaf--MMMM Good (3 hrs.)

Basic Fondant Cake Class (5 hrs.)

M 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Sept. 8, 2014 Class fee $40 ............Materials fee $9 .............Total $49

Pork Schnitzel with Cabbage and Noodles (3 hrs.)

Prerequisite: Cake Decorating II. Before the start of the first class, call 440-891-7639 or email efinley@ polaris.edu to request a supply list.

M & W 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM Nov. 17 & 19, 2014 Class fee $89 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $89

M 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Sept. 22, 2014 Class fee $40 ............Materials fee $9 .............Total $49

Wedding Cake Decorating (5 hrs.)

Soups, Soups, and More Soups (3 hrs.)

Make delicious soups such as chef’s split pea with smoked cottage ham, roasted red pepper with smoked gouda, and French onion with cheese to warm you in the cold days of winter.

M 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Oct. 6, 2014 Class fee $40 ............Materials fee $9 .............Total $49

Stuffed Peppers using Red and Green Peppers (3 hrs.)

M 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Oct. 20, 2014 Class fee $40 ............Materials fee $9 .............Total $49

Delicious Chicken Paprikash sh with Dumplings (3 hrs.)

M 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Nov. 3, 2014 Class fee $40 ............Materials fee $9 .............Total $49

Meatballs with Pasta and Special Salad (3 hrs.)

M 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Nov. 17, 2014 Class fee $40 ............Materials fee $9 .............Total $49

Appetizers Done the Sokolowski Way (3 hrs.)

Make Stuffed Hungarian hot banana peppers, fresh Maryland-style crab cakes with homemade remoulade sauce and more.

M 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Dec. 1, 2014 Class fee $40 ............Materials fee $9 .............Total $49

Beef Stew (3 hrs.)

M 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Dec. 15, 2014 Class fee $40 ............Materials fee $9 .............Total $49

Chef Mike Sokolowski’s Cooking Series/Pastry

Healthier Holiday Favorites (3 hrs.)

Prerequisite: Cake Decorating I & II. (5 hrs.)

Before the start of the first class, call 440-891-7639 or email efinley@ polaris.edu to request a supply list. .

Sat 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM Jan. 10, 2015 Class fee $49 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $49

Chocolate Chip Cheesecake (3.5 hrs.)

Prepare a delicious chocolate chip cheesecake with oreo cookie crust. Bring a regular sized spring form pan and your sweet tooth to class. Before the start of the first class, call 440-891-7639 or email efinley@polaris.edu to request a supply list.

Sat 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM Nov. 15, 2014 Class fee $42 ............Materials fee $13 ...........Total $55

German Chocolate Cake (3.5 hrs.)

Prepare a delicious German chocolate cake with fresh ingredients. Bring 2 regular-sized cake pans and your love for coconut and chocolate to class.

Before the start of the first class, call 440-891-7639 or email efinley@ polaris.edu to request a supply list.

Sat 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM Nov. 22, 2014 Class fee $42 ............Materials fee $13 ...........Total $55

Preparing Tiramisu (3 hrs.)

Learn to prepare Italian Tiramisu using Italy’s best ingredients. Enjoy in class and take home one for another day.

Sat 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Oct. 25, 2014 Class fee $49 ............Materials fee $11 ...........Total $60

Bar Cookie Class (3.5 hrs.)

Let’s have some fun while we bake some delicious Italian bar cookies! You will learn skills to roll out dough, shape, bake and decorate these delicious cookies. Please bring your apron, pastry brushes and a few containers to take home your baked goods!

Sat 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM Nov. 22, 2014 Class fee $42 ............Materials fee $10 ...........Total $52

Holiday Cut-Out & Italian Cookie Class (3.5 hrs.)

The residents of Berea, Brook Park, Brooklyn, Fairview Park, Middleburg Heights, North Olmsted, Olmsted Falls, Olmsted Township and Strongsville will receive a $5 discount on the tuition fees listed.

Let’s have some fun while we bake some delicious Italian cookies! You will learn skills to roll out dough, shape, bake and decorate these delicious cookies.

Please bring your apron, favorite cookie cutters, pastry brushes and a few containers to take home your baked goods!

Sat 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM Dec. 13, 2014 Class fee $42 ............Materials fee $10 ...........Total $52

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Holiday Quick Breads & Pumpkin Rolls (3 hrs.)

Yule Log--a Sweet Holiday Tradition (2.5 hrs.)

We will bake delicious quick breads from scratch to start off your holiday baking as well as pumpkin rolls. Use the skills you will learn to make these traditional treats. Please bring your apron, two loaf pans, and some containers to take your delicious baked goods home!

Sat 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Nov. 8, 2014 Class fee $39 ............Materials fee $10 ...........Total $49

Luscious Poppyseed and Nut Rolls (3 hrs.)

Come enjoy an evening learning how to create a yule log with white chocolate cream filling and chocolate drizzle to cover your cake roll. This is an old recipe with a new twist. Don’t know what a Yule log is? Join us in class and make the most fantastic holiday dessert .

Before the start of the first class, call 440-891-7639 or email efinley@polaris.edu to request a supply list.

W 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM Dec. 3, 2014 Class fee $43 ............Materials fee $10 ...........Total $53

Please bring a rolling pin and container or large zip lock bag for your bakery.

M 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM Nov. 10, 2014 Class fee $40 ............Materials fee $9 .............Total $49

Randi’s Creepy, Fun Halloween ween Cupcake Class (3.5 hrs.)

Apple Pastries (3 hrs.)

Let’s have some fun while we bake some delicious recipes with apples! We will be making turnovers, strudels and a delicious family apple cake. You will learn to roll out dough, shape, and bake. Please bring your apron and a few containers to take home your baked goods! All of these pastries freeze well so you can get a head start for the upcoming holidays! Bring cutter for the turnovers.

Sat 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Oct. 11, 2014 Class fee $39 ............Materials fee $13 ...........Total $52

Cinnamon Roll Apple Pie (3.5 hrs.)

Come and learn how to incorporate the beloved cinnamon roll and a fall classic apple pie. Your pie will be the talk of the party.

Before the start of the first class, call 440-891-7639 or email efinley@polaris.edu to request a supply list.

Wed 6:00 AM – 9:30 PM Sept. 17, 2014 Class fee $43 ............Materials fee $10 ...........Total $53

Ooey Gooey Cinnamon Rolls and Sticky Buns (3.5 hrs.)

Wake up the house to the sweet smell of sweet cinnamon rolls and gooey sticky buns. These are the fresh baked sweet rolls that never last long enough to be leftovers. Enjoy learning the basic techniques of creating a sweet dough that can be used for multiple recipes. Before the start of the first class, call 440-891-7639 or email efinley@polaris.edu to request a supply list.

Th 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM Oct. 23, 2014 Class fee $43 ............Materials fee $9 .............Total $52

Breakfast Biscotti and Scones (3.5 hrs.)

Learn the tips to flaky and tender scones and biscuits. Make Bakehouse classic ginger scones, sweet potato biscuits (a staple at Thomas Jefferson’s house) and Southern-style buttermilk biscuits. This simple and delicious staple will surely become one of your favorites! Before the start of the first class, call 440-891-7639 or email efinley@polaris.edu to request a supply list.

W 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM Oct. 15, 2014 Class fee $43 ............Materials fee $10 ...........Total $53

Holiday Cookie Tray (3.5 hrs.)

Create a holiday cookie tray this season, the classics and the unique, all for your family to enjoy. We will work through 4 recipes that can be uniquely changed to your liking, and you will go home with enough cookies and recipes to enjoy for the holidays. Before the start of the first class, call 440-891-7639 or email efinley@polaris.edu to request a supply list.

Th 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM Dec. 11, 2014 Sat 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM Dec. 20, 2014 Class fee $43 ............Materials fee $10 ...........Total $53

Popular classes fill up fast!

Enroll early and get the class you want.

Register now! Call 440-891-7600 or register online at www.polaris.edu

Create ghosts and goblin cupcakes. Let’s design some creatures together. Bring a container to take home 12 cupcakes.

Before the start of the first class, call 440-891-7639 or email efinley@polaris.edu to request a supply list.

W 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM Oct. 29, 2014 Class fee $43 ............Materials fee $11 ...........Total $54

Randi’s Big Cupcake Addiction (3.5 hrs.)

If you love to create cupcakes and use fun flavors in the process, then this class is for you. Come enjoy an evening of creating mini deserts that have huge flavors. Before the start of the first class, call 440-891-7639 or email efinley@polaris.edu to request a supply list.

W 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM Nov. 12, 2014 Class fee $43 ............Materials fee $10 ...........Total $53

Croissant Creations (3.5 hrs.)

Do you love to enjoy a good croissant? Come and see how to prepare these decadent pastries. We will create a bear claw, pinwheel and even a savory treat. Before the start of the first class, call 440-891-7639 or email efinley@polaris.edu to request a supply list.

S 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM Nov. 22, 2014 Class fee $43 ............Materials fee $10 ...........Total $53

DANCE / EXERCISE Swing Dancing (6 hrs.)

(Brook Park Memorial, Multipurpose Room, 16900 Holland Road, Brook Park) Wear comfortable shoes and be prepared to relax and enjoy yourself. Couples only.

Sat 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Sept. 27 - Nov. 1, 2014 Class fee $49 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $49 (per person)

Ballroom Dancing (6 hrs.)

(Brook Park Memorial, Multipurpose Room, 16900 Holland Road, Brook Park) The dances covered will be Fox Trot, Tango, Rumba, Waltz, Cha Cha, and Merengue. Wear comfortable shoes. Couples only.

Sat 10:35 AM - 11:35 AM Sept. 27 - Nov. 1, 2014 Class fee $49 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $49 (per person)

Tap Dancing I (Teens & Adults) (8 hrs.)

(Middleburg Hts. Jr. High School, Auditorium, 7000 Paula Dr., Middleburg Hts.) Wear dress shoes to the first class. Tap shoes will be discussed.

T 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Sept. 23 - Nov. 11, 2014 Class fee $59 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $59 (per person)

Intermediate Tap Dancing (Teens & Adults) (8 hrs.)

(Middleburg Hts. Jr. High School, Auditorium, 7000 Paula Dr., Middleburg Hts.) You will need to have some previous tap dance experience or approval from the instructor to join this class.

T 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Sept. 23 - Nov. 11, 2014 Class fee $59 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $59 (per person)

The residents of Berea, Brook Park, Brooklyn, Fairview Park, Middleburg Heights, North Olmsted, Olmsted Falls, Olmsted Township and Strongsville will receive a $5 discount on the tuition fees listed.

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(Brook Park Memorial, Auditorium, 16900 Holland Road, Brook Park) All you need is a bottle of water, comfortable shoes, and the will to have fun. Adults 18 and over.

Sat 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Sept. 6 - Oct. 18, 2014 (no class 9/27) Sat 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Oct. 25 - Dec. 6, 2014 (no class 11/29) Class fee $49 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $49

Zumba (Ages 14 and Up) (6 hrs.)

Whitney Elementary School, Gym, 13548 Whitney Road, Strongsville M, W 7:00 PM – 7:45 PM Sept. 3 - 29, 2014 M, W 7:00 PM – 7:45 PM Oct. 6 - Nov. 3, 2014 (no class 10/15) M, W 7:00 PM – 7:45 PM Nov. 10 - Dec. 8, 2014 (no class 11/26) Class fee $49 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $49

WELLNESS/SAFETY/SENIOR AND PET NEEDS Alternative Health for Pets Series The following classes are taught by Dr. Debbie Decker, an integrative and alternative health veterinarian

Going Beyond Dog Food Basics!

Healthy and Holistic Nutrition, Part I (2 hrs.)

We are learning to read food labels and eat healthier, and so should our pets! Dr. Debbie Decker, veterinarian and acupuncturist, will reveal how to sort through all the marketing hype to pick great foods and nutritional supplements for our pets of all ages. She will also provide easy, holistic approaches to “do-it-yourself” home cooked food “toppers” to further boost the nutrition within your pet’s meals to promote a longer, more energetic life! Her passionate, interactive presentation will include in-class samples and take home materials for easy reference.

T 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Oct. 7, 2014 W 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Nov. 5, 2014 Class fee $39 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $39

Exercise/Wellness/Safety/Senior and Pet Needs

Low Impact Line Dancing Exercise for Beginners (Adults 18 or Over) (6 hrs.)

Understanding and Treating Pet Pain and Arthritis (1.5 hrs.)

Helping your senior pet… Beyond Pain Medication and Glucosamine Supplements… Dr. Debbie Decker, veterinarian and acupuncturist, with reveal the ways that our pets try to tell us that they are in pain. Our pet “children” don’t always limp or whimper when they hurt. Their signals to us can be much more subtle, especially if they have had a past injury or are overweight. Is your older dog or cat …slowing down? … sleeping more? …or, maybe you have noticed hesitation when going up or down stairs, or when jumping on the couch. Learn how these behaviors can indicate underlying problems that can cause chronic pain. Learn holistic ways to help your pet be more active and comfortable, especially in the upcoming cold weather. Dr. Decker will also demonstrate hands-on techniques for acupressure and introduce supplement and nutritional options during her passionate, interactive in-class demonstrations with take-home materials for future reference.

T 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Oct.14, 2014 Class fee $39 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $39

Understanding and Treating Pet Itching and Allergies (1.5 hrs.)

Beyond the basics of food trials, antibiotics, and flea prevention… How many times has your pet taken medication, or changed food in order to treat ear or skin infections, only to have the problem return… again and again? Dr. Debbie Decker, veterinarian and acupuncturist, will reveal ways to discover the underlying cause of problems leading to your pet’s constant scratching and head shaking. While there is no “quick fix” for chronic allergies, she will describe many non-drug options to help to reduce the frequency and severity of “allergy flare-ups.” She will discuss the underlying causes of common allergic reactions to food ingredients, the environment, and ways to boost your pet’s immune system, reduce veterinary visits and increase quality of life (and sleep!) for the entire family. This fun, interactive presentation will include specific case discussions and take home materials for easy reference.

T 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM Oct.14, 2014 Class fee $39 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $39

Going Beyond the Dog Food Basics!

Healthy and Holistic Nutrition, Part 2 (2 hrs.)

Over Fifty Class: Feeling Nifty Inside and Out (8 hrs.)

We are what we eat – and so are our pets - especially our older pet “children.” Eating the healthiest foods will help ensure a longer, active life. Dr. Debbie Decker, Veterinarian and acupuncturist, will provide healthy and holistic approaches to choosing healthy diets, with an emphasis on older pets or those that may struggle with arthritis, allergies, ear and skin infections, or obesity. She will also review how home-cooked meals can improve these medical conditions. She will also discuss special nutritional considerations aimed at maximizing our pet’s health during the upcoming colder weather. This fun, interactive presentation will include specific case discussions and take-home materials for easy reference.

W 6:30 AM - 8:30 PM Oct. 22, 2014 T 6:30 AM - 8:30 PM Nov.18, 2014 Class fee $39 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $39

Physiological changes occur as we age. This is a natural process. Learn how to minimize the natural effects of aging by improving balance and mobility. Learn balance exercises aimed at preventing falls and fractures. In this interactive class, learn holistic methods on how to thrive in your later years by keeping your mind, body and spirit well. Topics will include basic nutrition tips along with ways to use physical training to stay strong, revitalized and stress free after 50. Each class will have an active segment. Wear comfortable clothes and gym shoes.

T 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Nov. 4 - Nov. 25, 2014 Class fee $49 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $49

Aromatherapy, The Essentials als for Better Health (3 hrs.)

Learn the basics of Aromatherapy from a certified Aroma Therapist who has been in the field for almost 20 years. We will take the mystique out and make it easy for you to utilize essentials for better health: pain management, stress, sleep issues, breathing, colds, PMS, or menopause!

W 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Oct. 15, 2014 Class fee $35 ............Materials fee $10 ...........Total $45

How I Became a Paid Caregiver, Part I (3.5 hrs.)

Learn how the instructor got paid $749 a week by taking care of her mother at home. You will receive contact numbers on how to get started, learn about medical equipment, and much more.

(Berea High School, Room 236, 165 E. Bagley Road, Berea) W 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM Oct. 1, 2014 Class fee $29 ............Materials fee $35 ...........Total $64 The residents of Berea, Brook Park, Brooklyn, Fairview Park, Middleburg Heights, North Olmsted, Olmsted Falls, Olmsted Township and Strongsville will receive a $5 discount on the tuition fees listed.

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Wellness/Safety/Senior Needs

How I Became a Paid Caregiver, Part II (3 hrs.)

Energy Management (3 hrs.)

(Berea High School, Room 236, 165 E. Bagley Road, Berea) W 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Oct. 8, 2014 Class fee $29 ............Materials fee $29 ...........Total $58

Learn how to manage the energy fields in your body to keep your energy levels at a high rate and protect your energy field from other energies.

6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Nov. 12, 2014 W Class fee $39 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $39

Healthcare Options for Seniors (2 hrs.)

Medicare is NOT a comprehensive plan. This course is a detailed foundation to understanding Medicare, its components, and how it affects your healthcare and choices.

Th 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Nov. 6, 2014 Class fee $19 ............Material fee $0 ...............Total $19

Everything You Need to Know to Get Started in Medicare (2 hrs.)

You will learn what Part A, B, C, D covers and what it does not cover. You will learn the difference between a Medicare Supplement and a Medicare Advantage Plan.

Berea High School, Room 102, 165 E. Bagley Road, Berea T 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Sept. 16, 2014 Strongsville High School, Room 105, 20025 Lunn Road, Strongsville W 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Nov. 5, 2014 Class fee $19 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $19

Assisted Living—What You Should Know (2 hrs) What is assisted living and what tools are helpful in making the right choice?

Discussion includes industry terms, how to tour a community, questions to ask, helpful checklist tools, levels of care provided, benefit resources. Planning essentials in making the move are provided by an industry professional. Insight and valuable resource tools to help you in your search will be provided.

W 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Oct. 22, 2014 Class fee $29 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $29

A Guide to Nursing Homes (3 hrs.)

A previous caregiver relates her experiences with nursing homes, how to choose a facility for your loved one and hidden secrets that must be revealed.

This class is filled with life changing stories to show you how to make important changes that can ensure safe, dignified, individualized care.

Th 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM Nov. 6, 2014 Class fee $29 ............Materials fee $29 ...........Total $58

Exercise Your Brain (2 hrs) When you can’t keep a thought in your head or remember something important, how can you tell if you’re losing your memory or if it’s just stress?

Enjoy this fascinating discussion while learning about memory loss and valuable insight to keep you stimulated. We’ll share tips to cross-train and exercise your brain to good health! Resources and exercises will be provided.

W 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Nov. 5, 2014 Class fee $39 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $39

Reflexology (3 hrs.)

There are reflex areas in the feet and hands which correspond to all of the glands, organs, and the parts of the body. Stimulating these reflexes properly can help many health problems in a natural way. Reflexology reduces stress and relaxes tension, improves nerve and blood supply, promotes the unblocking of nerve impulses, helps with circulation, and helps nature to achieve balance. Students will experience this modality by working on each other.

Sat 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Nov. 1, 2014 Class fee $39 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $39 (per person)

Simple Meditation (3 hrs.)

Learn simple and easy meditation techniques to relieve stress, improve health, and achieve balance and focus in your life.

W 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Nov. 5, 2014 Class fee $39 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $39

Introduction to Reiki (2 hrs.)

Learn about this ancient technique for wellness and well being. Understand its history, its application and how our local hospitals are using Reiki. You will also have the opportunity to experience and practice Reiki.

W 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Sept. 24, 2014 Class fee $29 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $29

Body Sculpting™ (All Levels) (8 hrs.)

(Muraski Elementary School, Music Room, 20270 Royalton Rd., Strongsville) Bring a set of 3-5 lb. dumbbells, exercise mat, and stretch band to class. You may bring your own or purchase through flexcity.com. Accommodates all fitness levels. Visit flexcity.com or call 440-729-3463 for more information but not for registration.

T, Th 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM Aug. 28 - Sept. 23, 2014 T, Th 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM Sept. 25 - Oct. 28, 2014 (no class 10/14 & 10/16) T, Th 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM Nov. 6 - Dec. 9, 2014 (no class 11/25 & 11/27) T, Th 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM Dec. 11, 2014 - Jan. 20, 2015 (no class 12/23, 12/25, 12/30, & 1/1) Class fee $59 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $59

Tai Chi Yang’s 32 Movement (15 hrs.)

With its roots set firmly in antiquity, Tai Chi Chuan has lasted through the ages as a method of maintaining health and body harmony. The gentle movements strengthen the body inside and out. The mind and body relax while in motion, assisting the chi (life energy) to flow unrestricted throughout the body.

W 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM Oct. 1 - Dec. 10, 2014 (No class 11/26) Class fee $79 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $79

Mind/Body Coaching (6 hrs.)

Mind/Body coaching will introduce participants to the power of the mind to affect your life physically, mentally and spiritually.

Th 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Oct. 9 - 23, 2014 Class fee $39 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $39

Bhumi’s Yoga (12 hrs.)

(Berea High School, Library, 165 E. Bagley Road, Berea) Wear loose, comfortable clothing, and bring a mat, towel, or blanket to lie on.

Taught by a certified instructor. Classes are co-ed.

Berea High School, Room 102, 165 E. Bagley Road, Berea Th 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM Sept. 25 - Nov. 20, 2014 (No class 10/16) Class fee $99 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $99

Yoga (5 hrs.)

(Not recommended for women who are pregnant or nursing.) Eat lightly, dress for comfort in movement; bring a blanket or sticky mat and a cushion for sitting.

Th 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Sept. 4 - Oct. 2, 2014 Th 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Oct. 9 - Nov. 6, 2014 Class fee $59 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $59

Popular classes fill up fast!

Enroll early and get the class you want.

Register now! Call 440-891-7600 or register online at www.polaris.edu

For more information or to register, call 440-891-7600 or go to www.polaris.edu.

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Dead Sea Scrolls (3 hrs.)

This nationally recognized Refuse To Be A Victim® crime prevention course promotes awareness and prevention of criminal confrontations. Topics include home, automobile, phone, technology, travel and personal security. Bring a brown-bag lunch or snack.

Sat 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM Oct. 25, 2014 Class fee $40 ............Materials fee $5 .............Total $45

The scrolls reveal secrets regarding the literature of the Messianic movement in Palestine; secrets concerning The Great Flood account; spiritual visions and revelations; exciting experiences including personal accounts of those who knew and practiced the truth; revelations regarding space, contact and communication with those of other worlds; and unique experiences with Angelic beings. Learn why much of this information is being kept from the public and why this is important for you to know.

M 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Oct. 20, 2014 Class fee $30 ............Materials fee $29 ...........Total $59

GENERAL INTEREST RE

General Interest

Refuse To Be A Victim® Seminar (5 hrs.)

Theater Fundamentals (12 hrs.)

All About Paypal (3.5 hrs.)

This course is a basic overview of script reading, blocking, stage design, and character exploration. The students will practice by reading character roles, exploring emotion and learning to create a cohesive cast.

Sat 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM Sept. 27 - Nov. 1, 2014 Class fee $99 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $99

PayPal is how individuals and businesses send and receive money online.

New rules are causing heartaches for sellers. Learn how they may hold your money back and get prepared to brace yourself for Paypal’s tricks. One wrong error when signing up, and you may have problems for the rest of your life.

Learn how to make Paypal work for you and earn money each time you spend your cash.

W 6:00 PM – 9:30 PM Nov. 5, 2014 Class fee $39 ............Materials fee $29 ...........Total $68

How to Create a Dynamite Website (7 hrs.)

This class will show you how to create your own website and blog through the use of easy-to-follow templates. No HTML or coding knowledge required. You will also learn how to enhance your website through the use of free online tools and features, and how to promote your site, as well.

T 6:00 PM – 9:30 PM Oct. 7 & 14, 2014 Class fee $79 ............Materials fee $29 ...........Total $108

Dreams Interpretation as a Guide to Empowering Our Lives (4 hrs.)

W 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Oct. 8 - Oct. 15, 2014 Class fee $39 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $39

College 101 for Parents (2.5 hrs.)

Dreaming with the Moon (4 hrs.)

This class will help you understand some of the time tables necessary and answer your questions on financial aid, scholarships, grants, etc. Learn about the differences between colleges, and how sometimes the most “expensive” colleges become the most affordable.

Sat 9:00 AM – 11:30 PM Oct. 4, 2014 Class fee $29 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $29

In this series, participants will be shown how to use the new moon cycles and phases in their own charts to empower their dreams, set personal intentions for insight and manifestation or to heal and release some of their own person blocks in the dream state. Have difficulty remembering your dreams? No problem. Tips and alternate techniques will be shared to empower your process and tap into the gifts of the dream time. Please email efinley@polaris.edu with birth date, time and location.

W 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Oct. 22 - 29, 2014 Class fee $39 ............Materials fee $5 .............Total $44

Looking for My Ancestors (3.5 hrs.)

Visit some of the largest collections of free family tree and genealogy websites.

About 99% of the students find their ancestors.

W 6:00 PM – 9:30 PM Oct. 15, 2014 Class fee $39 ............Materials fee $29 ...........Total $68

UFO Sightings, Aliens, Extra Terrestrials and Paranormal Activity, Part I (3 hrs.)

This class will discuss where Alien creatures came from according to Biblical Scrolls and their intended purpose. We will discuss the Disclosure of the U.S. Government agents that have stepped forward and released information regarding the secrecy that has been withheld from the public.

T 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Sept. 23, 2014 Class fee $30 ............Materials fee $29 ...........Total $59

U.S. Documented Alien Visits (3 hrs.)

This class will give you documented information from 1957 about Aliens who visited President Eisenhower and Vice President Nixon. During the visit they lived on this earth and interacted with people for three years near the Pentagon. Learn more about this alien who had no fingerprints, no navel, and was able to correspond through thought process and had the ability to appear and disappear at will. We will discuss what ancient scrolls have to say on how we should distinguish and discern extraterrestrials who will be appearing on earth in the future.

M 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Oct. 27, 2014 Class fee $30 ............Materials fee $29 ...........Total $59

Philosophy of Angels (2 hrs.)

In this course you will learn about Angels, Archangels, Guardian Angels, Ascended Masters, and how to invite their help. You will learn how miracles can be an everyday occurrence.

W 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Oct. 1, 2014 Class fee $29 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $29

Connecting With Your Angels (2 hrs.)

Take the time to connect with your Angels. They are waiting for you with OPEN hearts and OPEN arms.

W 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Oct. 15, 2014 Class fee $29 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $29

Journey to the Spirit World (3 hrs.)

Discover where spirits and demons originated and why these disembodied spirits take an interest in us. Learn what we can do to discourage and stop the torment that some endure.

Th 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Oct. 30, 2014 Class fee $39 ............Materials fee $29 ...........Total $68

The residents of Berea, Brook Park, Brooklyn, Fairview Park, Middleburg Heights, North Olmsted, Olmsted Falls, Olmsted Township and Strongsville will receive a $5 discount on the tuition fees listed.

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General Interest/Photography/Home & Garden

Past Life Reflection (2 hrs.)

Have you ever wondered if you’ve had a past life? Who were you? Where and when you lived? As a group, you will be guided through a very relaxing and deep meditation to help you to open one of those doors to your past.

W 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Nov. 19, 2014 Class fee $29 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $29

Beginning Astrology (2 hrs.)

We will explore the energy of astrology by learning the basic principles of the twelve sun and moon signs. We will look at a horoscope chart and learn the basics of what it means. Bring your exact time and place of birth, if known.

T 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Nov. 4, 2014 Class fee $29 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $29

Tarot Card Reading Basics (4 hrs.)

During this workshop you will learn the basics of Tarot Card reading, what each card means, and how to read it in a spread. Please bring your Tarot cards. They can be purchased online or at a metaphysical book shop.

T 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Oct. 7 &14, 2014 Class fee $49 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $49

Tarot Card Combinations (2 hrs.)

For students with a basic knowledge of tarot cards. You will learn how to interpret combinations of major and minor arcana cards, how to read upright and reversed cards, and how to make basic predictions using the Rider-Waite deck. Please bring your cards.

T 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Nov. 18, 2014 Class fee $29 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $49

The Celtic Cross and Other Tarot Spreads (2 hrs.)

This class is designed for beginning Tarot readers with basic knowledge of the cards. You will learn the classic spread, the Celtic Cross, and other useful layouts. Please bring your Tarot cards.

T 6:00 PM– 8:00 PM Oct. 21, 2014 Class fee $29 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $29

AMERICA’S MOST HAUNTED with “The Haunted Housewife” (2.5 hrs.)

Author, radio host, and para-historian, Theresa Argie, takes you on a virtual journey to the most haunted places in the country. These are the most historically relevant, mysterious, and paranormally active properties in the United States and The Haunted Housewife knows them all too well. Her new book by Penguin Press, America’s Most Haunted, takes you deeper into the hauntings, flushes out the fallacies, and explores why these places top the list of “most ghostly” in the United States.

W 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM Oct. 15, 2014 Class fee $39 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $39

Improve Your Intuition/Receiving Spiritual Messages (2 hrs.)

This lecture will discuss what intuition is, where it comes from, why, and how we can develop and learn to trust our feelings.

W 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Sept. 24, 2014 Class fee $29 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $29

Understanding the Law of Attraction (2 hrs.)

Did you know that your thoughts are creating your life? Learn about this universal principle called the Law of Attraction and how it is working (or not working) for you. Once you know the “secret,” you can change your thought process and behaviors to attract positive things into your life.

T 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Nov. 11, 2014 Class fee $29…..Materials fee $0…..Total $29 The residents of Berea, Brook Park, Brooklyn, Fairview Park, Middleburg Heights, North Olmsted, Olmsted Falls, Olmsted Township and Strongsville will receive a $5 discount on the tuition fees listed.

I Smell Something Fishy (Investigate to Retrieve Civil/Criminal Records) Part I (3.5 hrs.)

You will learn how to investigate someone for the purpose of retrieving both civil and criminal records, real estate assets, birthdays, some probate information, some owners of businesses, and more.

Th 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM Oct. 9, 2014 Class fee $39 ............Materials fee $29 ...........Total $68

I Smell Something Fishy, Part II (3.5 hrs.)

Th 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM Oct. 23, 2014 Class fee $39 ............Materials fee $29 ...........Total $68

How to Meet the Love of Your Life through Online Dating (3 hrs.)

Topics covered include: Safety tips, writing your ad for results, spotting potential scams, and basic background checks on potential dating prospects.

M 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Oct. 13, 2014 Class fee $40 ............Materials fee $29 ...........Total $69

Before you Say, “I Do” (3 hrs.)

Become aware of the situations that can occur following a marriage that people need to know. Avoid dangerous financial mistakes before saying “I do.”

Th 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Dec. 11, 2014 Class fee $40 ............Materials fee $29 ...........Total $69

What Women Need to Know About Divorce (3 hrs.)

This class deals with the legal, financial, family, and personal issues of divorce in a logical, yet compassionate way.

W 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Oct. 1, 2014 Class fee $29 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $29

PHOTOGRAPHY Digital Photography: Introduction (21 hrs.)

Join this hands-on class and learn how to connect that new digital camera to your computer to download images to your printer or other storage devices, email your digital photographs to friends and family or even create an online photo gallery. If you have a camera, please bring it with the manual to the first class. Prerequisite: Basic computer skills.

Th 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Sept. 25 - Nov. 6, 2014 Class fee $159 ..........Materials fee $0 .............Total $159

HOME & GARDEN How to Refinish Your Older Furniture (4 hrs.)

Learn how to refinish furniture that you have or find. We’ll talk about what materials make up furniture, what pieces are great finds, and what can and can’t be done. Learn the steps to make pieces look like new.

Th 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Dec. 4 - 11, 2014 Class fee $49 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $49

Floral Design I (6 hrs.)

Basic principles and techniques of using dried, fresh and silk flowers and other materials to create interesting and unusual arrangements. Students will take home an arrangement every week.

T 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Sept. 16 - Sept. 30, 2014 Class fee $71 ............Materials fee $58 ...........Total $129

Floral Design II (6 hrs.)

Enhance your floral design skills. Topics include wreaths, swags and corsages. Take home a project every week. Prerequisite: Floral Design I or previous experience.

T 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Nov. 4 - 18, 2014 Class fee $71 ............Materials fee $58 ...........Total $129

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Beginning French (10 hrs.)

Create your own beautiful holiday wall or door decoration using fresh greens.

Your wreath will last through the holidays.

T 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Dec. 9, 2014 Class fee $24 ............Materials fee $25 ...........Total $49

Learn the basics of the romance language – French. Then, plan your vacation to France. This experienced French speaker will introduce you to the culture, pronunciations, grammar, phrases, and role-playing conversations.

T 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Sept. 16 - Oct. 14, 2014 Class fee $69 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $69

Holiday Centerpiece (2 hrs.)

Create a holiday centerpiece using fresh flowers and greens to add beauty to your home! Your centerpiece will last through the holidays.

T 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Dec. 16, 2014 Class fee $24 ............Materials fee $25 ...........Total $49

Intermediate French (10 hrs.)

Prerequisite: Beginning French T 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Nov. 11 - Dec. 9, 2014 Class fee $69 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $69

Floral Design – Weddings (6 hrs.)

Beginning German (10 hrs.)

Learn skills to work in a professional floral shop creating wedding bouquets, centerpieces, alter arrangements, corsages and boutonnières. Bring keepsake, inherited jewelry if you wish to incorporate into a bouquet. Prerequisite: Floral Design or previous experience.

T 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Jan. 6 - 20, 2015 Class fee $71 ............Materials fee $58 ...........Total $129

If you are planning to travel to Europe for business or pleasure or just want to learn more about the German language, this is the class for you. Taught by an experienced instructor, this introductory class includes pronunciation, basic grammar, simple phrases, and role-playing conversations.

W 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Sept. 17- Oct. 15, 2014 Strongsville High School, Room 109, 20025 Lunn Road, Stongsville

FOREIGN / SIGN LANGUAGE Beginning Arabic (10 hrs.)

The Arabic language is one of the most interesting languages to learn. It has become widely popular and is in high demand among certain employers.

In this course you will be introduced to the basics of the Arabic language including, basic grammar, pronunciation and forming sentences. Your native Arabic instructor will also give you a glimpse of the fascinating Arabic culture combined with interactive and role-playing exercises to make your learning experience fun and more effective.

T 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Sept. 23 - Oct. 21, 2014 Class fee $89 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $89

Beginning Italian (10 hrs.)

Learn the basics of the language of love in this beginner’s Italian class. You will be taught the basic foundations through phrases, conversational dialogue, music, and role plays by Rosanna Salonia, an Italian-American who has lived in Italy for 8 years. You will also learn interesting tidbits about “la dolce vita” to prepare anyone who wishes to speak survival Italian while traveling in Italy.

Th 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Sept. 18 - Oct. 16, 2014 Class fee $69 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $69

Class fee $69 .........Materials fee $0 ..........Total $69

Beginning Sign Language (16 hrs.)

Learn how to communicate with the deaf. This will be an introductory course in American Sign Language (ASL), the language of the deaf. You will learn proper finger spelling techniques, proper receptive skills, various modes and language styles, communication topics, and deaf culture.

W 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Oct. 1 - Nov. 19, 2014 Class fee $99 ............Materials fee $30 ...........Total $129

COLLEGE PLANNING ACT/SAT Test Preparation (3 hrs.)

Improve your scores on the college admission tests and enhance your opportunities for admission to colleges and universities. Higher test scores also offer better opportunity for scholarships. Better prepare yourself for both the ACT/SAT tests by working at your own pace with guidance from a trained instructor. This class offers flexibility with 24/7 access to online lessons and tests in addition to at least three hours with an instructor at Polaris Career Center. For more information or to schedule, call 440-891-7639 or email efinley@polaris.edu.

Class fee $299 ..........Materials fee $0 .............Total $299

Beginning Spanish (10 hrs.)

Planning a vacation or doing business in Spain or Latin America? Get the most from your international experiences by learning the basics of Spanish. This course covers basic pronunciation, the alphabet, common phrases, basic grammar, and simple conversations.

(Berea High School, Room 101, 165 E. Bagley Road, Berea) T 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Sept. 23 - Oct. 21, 2014 Class fee $69 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $69

Intermediate Spanish (10 hrs.)

(Berea High School, Room 101, 165 E. Bagley Road, Berea) Prerequisite: Beginning Spanish.

T 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Oct. 28 - Nov. 25, 2014 Class fee $69 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $69

Popular classes fill up fast!

MUSIC Beginning Guitar (8 hrs.)

(Berea High School, Room 151, 165 E. Bagley Road, Berea) Bring a guitar.

T 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Oct. 7 - 28, 2014 Class fee $69 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $69

Home & Garden/Foreign/Sign Language/College Planning/Music/Sports & Leisure

Christmas Wreath (2 hrs.)

SPORTS & LEISURE Golf (All Levels) (9 hrs.)

Fall is the best time to golf! If you want to improve your swing, this class is for you. The first 4 sessions will be held at The Golden Tee, Stearns & Bagley Rd., Olmsted Falls; and the last two classes will be held at the Links golf course in Olmsted Township (9-hole fee Included).

Th 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM Sept. 11 - Oct. 16, 2014 Class fee $115 ..........Materials fee $44 ...........Total $159

Enroll early and get the class you want.

Register now! Call 440-891-7600 or register online at www.polaris.edu The residents of Berea, Brook Park, Brooklyn, Fairview Park, Middleburg Heights, North Olmsted, Olmsted Falls, Olmsted Township and Strongsville will receive a $5 discount on the tuition fees listed.

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Sports & Leisure/Casino Game Series/Tours

Ice Skating (Teens & Adults) (All Levels) (3 hrs.)

(OBM Arena 15381 Royalton Rd, Strongsville) Beginner through Advanced ice skating classes using U.S.F.S Standards and Guidelines.

Skate Rental $3 per class (if needed) M 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM Sept. 15 - Oct. 20, 2014 W 7:40 PM - 8:10 PM Sept. 17 - Oct. 22, 2014 Sat 11:10 AM - 11:40 AM Sept. 20 - Oct 25, 2014 Class fee $72 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $72 M 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM Oct. 27 - Dec. 15, 2014 (no class 11/24)) W 7:40 PM - 8:10 PM Oct. 29 - Dec. 17, 2014 (no class 11/26) Sat. 11:10 AM - 11:40 AM Nov. 1 - Dec. 20, 2014 (no class 11/29) Class fee: $84 ...........Materials fee $0 .............Total $84

Casino Game Series Learn to Play Blackjack (21) (1.5 hrs.)

Th 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM Sept. 25, 2014 Th 6:00 AM – 7:30 PM Nov. 20, 2014 Class fee $29 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $29

Learn to Play Craps (4 hrs.)

Th 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Nov. 20, 2014 Class fee $59 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $59

Learn to Play Texas Hold’em (2 hrs.)

Th 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Sept. 25, 2014 Class fee $39 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $39

TOURS Chautauqua Institute & Bemus Point New York Tour (13.5 Hrs) Join us on a fun filled, historic and shopping adventure. We are going to Chautauqua Institute and Bemus Point, New York, which are both situated on the beautiful Chautaqua Lake in New York. We will tour The Institute, have lunch in the Spencer Hotel, and shop and then move on to Bemus Point which is right on the tip of the Chautaqua Lake where we will tour the Old Lenhart Hotel, shop, and have a relaxing dinner on the water. Then we will return to Polaris on an air-conditioned, charter bus. No refunds or cancellations after Aug 9, 2014. NO DISCOUNTS Depart: Saturday, Sept. 6, 2014, 8:00 AM from Polaris Career Center, 7285 Old Oak Blvd., Middleburg Hts. Return: 9:30 PM (approximately) Cost per person: $149

Tour of Cleveland’s Hidden Secrets (8.5 hrs.)

Please join us for a bus tour of Cleveland’s finest hidden secrets. Stops include the Cleveland Hostel, The Cleveland Public Library Artifacts, The Old Stone Church, Soldiers and Sailors Monument, the Cleveland Culinary Launch & Kitchen, and more. During the tour we will go past select landmarks along the way. We will have a snack at the Culinary Launch & Kitchen, and an early dinner at Sokolowski’s University Inn in Tremont. NO DISCOUNTS Depart: Saturday, Oct. 4, 2014, 9:00 AM from Polaris Career Center, 7285 Old Oak Blvd., Middleburg Hts. Return: 5:45 PM (approximately) Cost per person: $89

TALES FROM THE MORTUARY - A VICTORIAN WAKE At the Warehouse on the Canal in Canal Fulton, Ohio— HISTORICALLY HYSTERICAL (5 hrs.)

Step back to an earlier time in America where superstitions about Ghosts ran rampant and to die unprepared or not be mourned properly was the greatest tragedy. You are invited (it was considered a great insult to ignore an invitation to a funeral) to be a mourner and to pay your respects to the dearly departed, SILAS H. ADKINNS. Remember that this is a “full” or “deep” mourning where it is suggested that everyone should wear black (it was believed that a Ghost could not see those dressed in black) where the fabric is to be dull without any sheen to reflect light and no jewelry is allowed and never wear anything new, especially shoes.

The veil that can be worn is designed, “to protect family and friends from having the spirits of the deceased hover around relatives and then attach itself should the spirit look into your eyes.” You will participate in the WAKE; provide a testimony to the deceased; learn about the customs, oddities, and superstitions about Ghosts and see authentic items from the Victorian era.

Because SILAS H. ADKINNS was from a small family and in order to properly mourn with an adequate number of people, professional mourners (like you) called “mutes” were used in the funeral procession (practice your wailing and crying). When the funeral is over as mourners you will receive traditional gifts as keepsakes and favors. This is a totally customer interactive event where the customs and superstitions in earlier America were so crazy and bizarre that we call it, “Historically Hysterical” where it is difficult to keep a straight face.

Note: we will ask for some volunteers of 4-5 people to be the grieving family of Silas that everyone will pay their respects too.

A traditional style wake dinner/dessert will be served that will include coffee/ ice tea. NO DISCOUNTS Costumes encouraged!

Depart: Saturday, Sept. 20, 2014, 5:30 PM from Polaris Career Center, 7285 Old Oak Blvd., Middleburg Hts. Return: 10:30 PM (Approximately) Cost per person: $89

For more information or to register, call 440-891-7600 or go to www.polaris.edu.

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Polaris Career Center offers Motorcycle Safety Courses for Novice through Experienced Riders.

Register online: All registrations for: BRC, BRC-2 (ERC) and BRC-RR are online registrations only at http://motorcycle.ohio.gov.

Walk-in/Stand-by Process: For walk-in/stand-by policy, go to Motorcycle Ohio website. http://motorcycle.ohio.gov

Basic Rider Course - Beginning Rider (BRC) (Approximately 16 hrs.)

This class is your first step in learning to ride a motorcycle. It is intended for the true beginner who has never ridden a motorcycle and for the experienced rider looking to refine their skills and obtain a motorcycle endorsement. If successful, you will receive a completion card which you will take to the driver’s license bureau, and after paying the necessary fee, a motorcycle endorsement will be added to your driver’s license. You do not have to take another riding test at the driver’s license bureau. Classes consist of 4 hours of classroom training, followed by approximately 12 hours of actual riding on a controlled course. Courses are offered on a variety of days and times, so make sure you know your class dates and times when registering. For the first class, bring your driver’s license along with either your motorcycle endorsement or a valid temporary riding permit, which you obtain by passing the written test for the permit at the driver’s license bureau. Otherwise, you will not be admitted into the class and your tuition will not be refunded. Also, bring an ink pen, and dress casually. Proper riding attire will be discussed on the first night of class.

NO DISCOUNTS NOTE: All classes start promptly! You will NOT be admitted once the published class time begins, and your tuition will not be refunded!

Please visit http://motorcycle.ohio.gov

Basic Rider Course - 2 Experienced Rider (BRC-2) (5 hrs.)

This course is designed for experienced riders who want to improve both their mental and physical riding skills to lower their risks while riding.

The course consists of training and practice on your motorcycle on a controlled course under the knowledgeable and helpful eyes of trained instructors. If you ride two-up, your passenger may also enroll in this course. You must bring: your motorcycle license, proof of current insurance, your street legal motorcycle in good operating condition with proof of ownership, and both rider and passenger must wear full protective clothing as defined on the Motorcycle Ohio website and at the end of this section.

Please visit http://motorcycle.ohio.gov $50 non-refundable tuition for each Basic Rider, Basic RiderReturning Rider, and Basic Rider 2 - Experienced Rider class. State Sponsored Program - No Discounts.

Basic Rider Course – Returning Rider (BRC-RR) (9 hrs.)

The Basic Rider Course-Returning Rider (BRC-RR) is a 9-hour course designed for riders over 18 years of age who have been riding with a temporary permit for longer than a year (over a thousand miles experience) and for experienced riders returning to riding with or without a motorcycle endorsement after several years of not riding. Motorcycles are provided for your use during the course, and if successful, you will receive a completion card which you will take to the driver’s license bureau to receive your endorsement on your license. You do not have to take another riding test at the driver’s license bureau. Please visit our website www.polaris.edu for more information. Full protective riding gear must be worn as defined on the Motorcycle Ohio website and at the end of this section. $50 non-refundable tuition for each Basic Rider, Basic RiderReturning Rider, and Basic Rider 2 - Experienced Rider class. State Sponsored Program - No Discounts.

Register online: Course schedule and online registration is available on the Motorcycle Ohio website at http://www.motorcycle.ohio.gov Additional course information is available on the Motorcycle Information line at 440-891-7664.

ALL REGISTRATIONS FOR THE FOLLOWING MOTORCYCLE-RELATED CLASSES MUST BE COMPLETED THROUGH WWW.POLARIS.EDU

Maintain Your Motorcycle (8 hrs.)

Keep your bike safe, reliable, and enjoyable by learning how to maintain your motorcycle. This 8-hour course is a combination of theory and hands-on instruction using Polaris Career Center’s motorcycles. Bring your owner’s manual to class. Valuable handout materials are provided. This course will save you money!

Sat 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Sept. 6, 2014 Class fee $79 ............Materials fee $0 .............Total $79 Please visit our website, www.polaris.edu, for more information.

Street Rider Course – On Road (6 hrs.)

If you desire individual on-road instruction then this course is for you!

This Motorcycle Safety Foundation Course is ideal for riders wanting additional help interacting with traffic on actual streets. This course is limited to four students and is highly personalized based on participant skill and experience.

Helmet communication with the instructor is provided. Full protective riding gear must be worn as defined below.

Sat 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM July 19, 2014 Sat 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Sept. 6, 2014 Class fee $199 ..........Materials fee $0 .............Total $199 NOTE: Full protective clothing is required for ALL riding courses as follows: DOT Approved Helmet, eye protection, long sleeved shirts and long pants without holes, full fingered gloves, and sturdy over the ankle footwear.

Please visit our website, www.polaris.edu, for more information.

GED, Transitions & ESL Classes Adult Basic and Literacy Education (ABLE) The GED is New—Are You Ready?

GED 2014 was introduced in January. The test content is different and you take it on a computer at an authorized testing center. Are you ready for it?

Our FREE GED classes can help you get ready to take and PASS it—and move on with your life.

Which GED Class is Right for You? • Are you highly motivated to earn your GED? Can you commit to attending class regularly? If you answered “Yes,” GED Express is designed for you.

GED Express Classes are held in Middleburg Heights and Medina. Classes are held in short, 5-week sessions, with one required 3-day Orientation to enroll. See our website for the Orientation schedule: http://www.polaris. edu/adult-education/able-ged/ • Do you need more time to work on your GED? Is the class location and time the most important question? If so, try one of our other GED classes, where you learn at your own pace. Registration is required; see our website for a current schedule of registration and classes: http://www.polaris. edu/adult-education/able-ged/

Computer Learning Lab This self-paced Skills Enrichment Program computer lab offers you a chance to review for GED testing, WorkKeys testing, basic English and Math skills, and English language skills. The lab is open and staffed regularly; check our website for a current schedule: http://www.polaris.edu/adult-education/ able-ged/ No appointment is necessary.

Going on to a Training Program or College?

Our transitions classes can prepare you for entrance tests, college classes, a new career or a job search. Check our website for other classes we offer to adults who have a GED and want to do more: http://www.polaris.edu/ adult-education/able-ged/

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESL) Join our small, friendly classes and work with English teachers and volunteers.

Make friends as you learn English! Free ESL classes meet mornings and evenings at locations in Cuyahoga and Medina counties. For a current schedule of classes and registration dates, check our website: http://www.polaris. edu/adult-education/able-ged/ If you have questions or need more information, call 440.891.7647 or email ABLE@polaris.edu. We are on the web: http://www.polaris.edu/adult-education/able-ged/

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GENERAL INFORMATION Polaris Career Center 7285 Old Oak Boulevard Middleburg Heights, Ohio 44130-3375 440-891-7600 www.polaris.edu

Accreditation Polaris Career Center is accredited by the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education, 7840 Roswell Road, Building 300, Suite 325, At Atlanta, GA 30350, Telephone: 770-396-3898 / FAX: 7 770-396-3790, www.council.org. As a member of the University System of Ohio, Polaris Career Center is governed and approved by the Ohio Board of Regents.

All instructors are qualified practitioners in their area of instruction with a minimum of three years of related w work experience and are certified instructors by the Ohio Dep Department of Education.

Canceled Courses The Adult Education Department must cancel courses that do not attain the required minimum enrollment. The Adult Education Department reserves the right to cancel, discontinue, postpone, or combine courses before or at the first class meeting. Attempts are made to contact all students whose courses have been canceled. In the event a class is canceled, a full refund of the registration fee will be given.

Disabled Students Polaris Career Center is totally accessible to disabled students with mobility impairments. To save time contact the Adult Education Office at 440-8917600 prior to arrival for parking instructions, reasonable accommodations, and/or elevator location information.

Withdrawals and Refunds • Full refunds will be issued when a class is canceled by the Adult Education Department, or fees may be applied to another class.

• No refunds will be issued after the first class meeting. The Motorcycle Basic Rider, Basic Rider-RR Course, and Experienced Rider Course tuition fee is non-refundable.

• A $10 cancellation fee will be withheld from all refunds except for Job Training Programs which have a $100 non-refundable fee.

• Books and supplies are non-refundable.

Transfer of Students from Other Institutions Polaris Career Center does not grant advanced standing to transfer students from other institutions.

Transfer of Students Between Programs Once a program begins, students may not transfer to another program.

Students must withdraw from their program and re-register for another, however, the $100 cancellation fee will be applied.

For more information or to register, call 440-891-7600 or go to www.polaris.edu.

Office Hours July 1 – August 15, 2014 Monday – Friday ................ 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM August 18, 2014 – June 30, 2015 Monday – Thursday ........... 8:00 AM – 8:30 PM Friday ................................ 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM Note: Evening office hours are not available when evening classes are not in session. This occurs during holiday periods and between semesters.

2014 Board of Education James Weisbarth, President, Olmsted Falls City School District Fred Szabo, Vice President, Berea City School District

Disclaimer

James Oper, Brooklyn City School District

Certain risks may be involved in each course described herein. Polaris Career Center shall not be liable for any losses or injury whatsoever to persons or property arising from enrollment in any course described herein. By registering for a course, the registrant acknowledges the assumption of those risks and releases Polaris Career Center from any liability whatsoever. Specific courses or activities may require registrants to sign a separate waiver of liability and release. Students enrolled in courses offered through the Adult Education Department are subject to Polaris Career Center regulations and policies including those pertaining to student conduct and discipline.

Mark St. John, Fairview Park City School District

Senior Citizens Discount Senior citizens will receive a 10 percent discount on the published tuition fee (discount does not apply to material fees) except where indicated. Note: Senior Citizens include persons over the age of 65 who can produce proof of age and identity.

School Closing Closing of the daytime classes at Polaris Career Center DOES NOT necessarily mean that the evening classes will be cancelled. The decision to cancel evening classes will be made by the Adult Education administration by 3:00 PM. Students should listen to the radio or TV or call the school at 440-8917600 for further information.

Berea and Strongsville School Closing When the Berea and Strongsville City School District’s classes are cancelled or dismissed due to inclement weather, evening classes will not be held regardless of weather changes. Classes missed will be added at the end of the session.

Thomas R. Herbster, North Olmsted City School District Greg Surtman, Olmsted Falls City School District Richard O. Micko, Strongsville City School District

District Administration Bob Timmons, Superintendent Mike Robinson, Treasurer In accordance with Title VI of the Americans with Disabilities Act, Title IX of the Education Amendments, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Polaris Joint Vocational School District’s policy prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, ancestry, economic status, military status, or age in its educational programs, activities, services or employment policies. The Board does not discriminate on the basis of legally acquired genetic information. If a student is having a problem or has questions or concerns regarding compliance with Title IX or Section 504, contact: Assistant Superintendent Title IX and Section 504 Coordinator 440-891-7643 Room 225

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Registration

REGISTRATION IS EASY! ONLINE:

Real-time, online registration is available anytime.

Go to www.polaris.edu/register and enroll!

PHONE:

Register by phone with a Visa or MasterCard.

Call 440-891-7600 during office hours.

FAX:

Fax to 440-891-7642 with a Visa or MasterCard.

MAIL: Mail your completed registration form and payment to: Polaris Career Center Adult Education, 7285 Old Oak Blvd., Middleburg Hts., OH 44130 IN PERSON: Bring your completed Registration Form and payment to the Adult Education Office during office hours.

DIRECT BILL: Companies/organizations registering employees for classes

will be invoiced upon receipt of written documentation.

Call Nada Koury at 440-891-7646 for details.

If paying by check, please make check payable to: Polaris Career Center

Adult Education Office Hours July 1 – August 9, 2014 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM Monday – Friday August 12, 2014 – June 30, 2015 Monday – Thursday 8:00 AM – 8:30 PM 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM Friday *NOTE: Evening office hours are not available when evening classes are not in session. This occurs during holiday periods and between semesters. To ensure someone will be available to assist you, please call to confirm our office hours during these periods.

For more information or to register, call 440-891-7600 or go to www.polaris.edu.

TUITION MUST BE PAID AT TIME OF REGISTRATION.

REGISTRATION FORM (Please Print Clearly) Name ____________________________________________________________________________ Gender: Male ___ (first name) (last name)

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Where did you hear about this class?

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Call today 440 - 891-7600 www.polaris.edu Registration: 440-891-7600

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Quality Education, Lifelong Success Some of what’s NEW!

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Certified Cardiographic Technician (CCT) Review Workshop .............12 Project Management Certification .....................................................16 Vendor Management .........................................................................16 SQL (MS) Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced ....................................20 Revit Structure ...................................................................................21 Construction Management / Supervision ...........................................25 Ohio Building Code Compliance ........................................................25 Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) ..............................................27 Painting with YUPO Workshop ..........................................................29 Learn How to Rivet ............................................................................29 How to Use Your IPad .......................................................................30 Chef Sokolowski’s Cooking Series: Meat Loaf, Port Schnitzel, Soups, Stuffed Peppers, Chicken Paprikash, Meatballs and Pasta, Appetizers, and Beef Stew .................................................................31 Alternative Health for Pets Series ......................................................33 Theater Fundamentals .......................................................................35 Tarot Card Combinations ...................................................................36 Ice Skating .........................................................................................38

Look for the “NEW” designation throughout this catalog.

Changing Careers?

Look into One of Our Job Training Programs!

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