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Contents Career and Professional Development

Essentials of Excel 2013 ......................................... 4

Essentials of Word 2013 ........................................ 4

Introduction to Computer Systems ....................... 4

Microsoft Office Specialist .................................... 5

Photography I ........................................................ 5

Quickbooks Pro ..................................................... 6

Culinary

Cake Decorating .................................................... 6

NEW! Cake Decorating - Fondant .......................... 7

NEW! Cookie Decorating - Beginning .................... 7

NEW! Cookie Decorating - Intermediate ............... 8

Instant Pot™ - Basics, Quick and Healthy Meals ... 8

English as a Second Language (ESL)

ESL Placement Testing ........................................... 9

ESL Classes ........................................................... 10

Citizenship ........................................................... 10

Healthcare

NEW! FREE Healthcare Programs Information

Session ................................................................. 11

Professionalism in Healthcare ............................. 11

Medical Terminology for Allied Health ............... 11

Massage Therapy Program .................................. 12

FREE Massage Therapy Information Session ....... 13

Massage Therapy: Anatomy and Physiology ...... 13

Massage Therapy: Pathology ............................. 14

Basic Life Support (CPR) ...................................... 14

Ophthalmic Assistant .......................................... 15

Veterinary Assistant Program ............................. 15

High School Equivalency(HSE)

HSE Placement Testing ........................................ 16

HSE Placement Testing Intensive Math ............... 16

HSE Classes .......................................................... 17

HSE Intensive Math ............................................. 17

Music

Civic Chorus ......................................................... 18

Community Band ................................................. 18

Fundamentals of Music Hybrid ........................... 18

Live Sound Workshop .......................................... 19

Private Music Lessons ......................................... 19

Personal Enrichment and Leisure

Country and Western Dance ............................... 20

NEW! Introduction to Nonprofit ......................... 20

Retirement Planning Today ................................. 20

NEW! On-Site Sewage Septic System Homeowner

Education Course ................................................ 21

Texas Stream Team Training ............................... 21

NEW! Women and Wealth .................................. 21

Travel

Classical Greece ................................................... 22

Paris in the Spring, Burgundy and Provence River

Cruise ................................................................... 22

Mackinac Island ................................................... 23

Cape Cod and the Islands .................................... 23

Youth and Teen

Fencing ................................................................ 24

Fencing Private Lessons....................................... 24

SAT Online Test Prep ........................................... 25

Art

Ceramics I ............................................................ 25

Ceramics II ........................................................... 25

Sculpture I ........................................................... 25

Private Art Lessons .............................................. 26

Online Courses

Certificate in Global Healing Systems.................. 26

Certificate in Nutrition, Chronic Disease and

Health Promotion ................................................ 26

Creating a Successful Business Plan .................... 27

Discover Sign Language ....................................... 27


Online Courses

Food Safety Handler Course ................................ 27

Food Safety Manager Course .............................. 28

Grammar Refresher ............................................. 28

GRE Prep Series ................................................... 28

Health Information Technology .......................... 29

ICD-10 for ICD-9 Coders ...................................... 29

Introduction to SQL ............................................. 29

Learn to Buy and Sell on EBay ............................. 30

Medical Billing and Coding .................................. 30

Medical Administrative Assistant with Electronic

Health Records (EHR) .......................................... 30

Medical Office Manager ...................................... 31

Medical Transcription Editor ............................... 31

Merrill Ream Speed Reading ............................... 31

Online Courses

Personal Finance ................................................. 32

Spanish for Law Enforcement ............................. 32

Spanish for Medical Professionals ....................... 32

Spanish in the Classroom .................................... 33

Speed Spanish ..................................................... 33

TABC Alcohol Seller/Server ................................. 33

TeachWorthy (Hybrid) ......................................... 34

Texas Real Estate Agent Education ..................... 34

Texas Real Estate Pre-license .............................. 34

Texas Real Estate Exam Prep ............................... 35

Sales Person Apprentice Education ..................... 35

Texas Real Estate Continuing Education ............. 35

Understanding Adolescents ................................ 36

Where Does All My Money Go? .......................... 36

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Essentials of Excel 2013 Microsoft Excel is a program used to present data in a spreadsheet or a table of rows and

columns. Data can then be sorted, organized, and manipulated mathematically using

various operations and formulas. This introductory course will teach you basic data

editing, performing calculations with formulas, managing workbooks, creating charts, and

many other marketable skills using the automated tools found within Excel. Prerequisites: Basic

keyboarding and computer skills

Location: BC CENTRAL

Instructor: Juanita Cantu

2693 ITSW1022B (01191T) 12 hrs.

11/5-11/14 T/R 6-9pm

$125

Essentials of Word 2013 Microsoft Word is a word processing application used to create letters, reports, and

other documents. This basic course will teach you foundational skills such as using

toolbars and task panes, document navigation, document styles, editing and formatting

text or paragraphs, printing, inserting special fields, productivity tools, inserting tables,

and other skills essential to proficiency in Microsoft Word. Prerequisites: Basic keyboarding and

computer skills



2694 POFI1024A (01191T) 12 hrs.

10/15-10/24 T/R 6-9pm

$125

Introduction to Computer Systems This basic computer course is an introduction to operating systems, file creation and

deletion, data entry and manipulation, automatic file execution, configuration, and

directory commands. You will learn to create, copy, and delete files using the operating

system, enter and edit data, navigate files and folders, and execute programs.



2695 ITSC1006 (01191T) 7 hrs.

10/1-10/3 T/R 6-9:30pm

$79

Career and Professional Development

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Microsoft Office Specialist Prepare for your Certified Microsoft Office Specialist Exam! Our expert instructor will guide you

through the necessary information to prepare you to earn your MOS certification. This course

includes Microsoft Word 2013 (document formatting, editing skills, and various ways to

customize a Word document), Microsoft Excel 2013 (developing spreadsheets,

worksheet formatting, formulas and functions, and creating reporting documents), and

PowerPoint 2013 (design mutimedia slides, incorporate images, sounds, video, texts,

charts, and interactive presentations). After completing the course, we encourage

students to sit for the respective Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) examination to enhance

employability. Prerequisites: Basic keyboarding and computer skills


Instructor: Crystel Wilkerson

2692 ITSC2021 (01191T) 48 hrs.

10/7-12/4 M/W 6-9pm

(Class will not meet 11/25 or 11/27)

$495

Photography I Get to know your Digital Single Lens Reflex (DSLR) camera in this hands-on digital

photography class. Discover how aperture, shutter speed and ISO choices will affect

your photos. Learn to observe and manipulate light and use your creative eye to

capture great photos. During the final class meeting, we will hit the ground running

with a campus-wide scavenger hunt, capturing our "prey" with our cameras!

Prerequisites: DSLR camera and instruction manual.


Instructor: Cheryl Kiser

2696 PHTC1004 (01191T) 18 hrs.

9/24-10/29 T/R 6-9pm

$169 (Book Included)





Quickbooks Pro Organize your finances by learning the #1 best-selling small business accounting software,

Quickbooks Pro. Learn basic accounting principles before diving into the software to

create invoices, track sales, stay on top of your expenses, gain insights into your business,

and increase productivity as well as your bottom line. The class is structured in a way that will

simplify the learning process and lead you confidently through the software. Prerequisites:

Basic keyboarding and computer skills


Instructor: Marion Dornan

2697 ITSC2032A (01191T) 24 hrs.

10/7-10/30 M/W 6-9pm

$215 (Book Included)

Cake Decorating This course is an introduction to icing techniques and variations of design. Learn how to

stack and shape cakes along with a variety of frosting and royal icing piping, flowers, and

basket weaving techniques. This is a hands-on course so come prepared to design the

cake you have always wanted. All materials are provided and you will take home your own,

unique creation.


Instructor: Nina Canales

2662 CFOO9023 (01191T) 3 hrs.

10/5 S 9am-12pm

$55

2663 CFOO9023 (02191T) 3 hrs.

11/2 S 9am-12pm

$55


Culinary




NEW! Cake Decorating - Fondant Have you ever wished you could make a really professional-looking cake? Buttercream is

a cake decorating classic but, in recent years, it has moved over to make way for a more

modern design approach - Fondant. If you are a cake decorating novice, join us and learn

some basic training pointers, do's, do not’s, and more! All materials are provided and you

will take home your own, unique creation.


Instructor: Nina Canales

2664 CFOO9060 (01191T) 3 hrs.

10/19 S 9am-12pm

$55

2665 CFOO9060 (02191T) 3 hrs.

11/16 S 9am-12pm

$55

NEW! Cookie Decorating - Beginning Hand decorated cookies are an impressive addition to any event! Learn to mix/color

royal icing to complete basic border/flood technique and how to add both incorporated

and three-dimensional decorations. Each student will go home with one dozen of their

personally decorated cookies.


Instructor: Rebecca Livoti

2666 CFOO9061 (01191T) 2 hrs.

10/1 T 6-8pm

$35

2667 CFOO9061 (02191T) 2 hrs.

10/29 T 6-8pm

$35

Culinary




NEW! Cookie Decorating - Intermediate Build on your beginning cookie decorating skills. After a quick review, learn how to

design and complete more intricate decorations including three dimensional flowers.

Each student will go home with one dozen of their personally decorated cookies. Pre-

requisites: Cookie Decorating - Beginning


Instructor: Rebecca Livoti

2668 CFOO9062 (01191T) 3 hrs.

11/19 T 6-9pm

$50

Instant Pot™ - Basics, Quick and Healthy Meals Nothing beats the promise of a quick-cooking homemade meal. Delicious, healthy, and

decadent meals can be made in your instant pot. Treat your family and join us to learn

tips and tricks, do's, do not’s when cooking with an instant pot. You can sample your

efforts and take the recipes home to prepare for your family. All materials are

provided. Bring something to take home leftovers!


Instructor: Kristian Crowley

2669 CFOO9056 (01191T) 3 hrs.

10/26 S 9am-12pm

$50

2670 CFOO9056 (02191T) 3 hrs.

11/7 R 6-9pm

$50

2671 CFOO9056 (03191T) 3 hrs.

12/5 R 6-9pm

$50

Culinary




ESL Placement Testing This is a required session that all ESL/Citizenship students must attend prior to start of regular

classes. Paperwork and pre-testing will be completed during this session. The student will only

need to attend one (1) session. These are grant funded classes and offered at no charge.


2632 CGOV9000 (01191T) 3 hrs.

7/29 M 9am-12pm

2633 CGOV9000 (02191T) 3 hrs.

7/29 M 6-9pm

2634 CGOV9000 (03191T) 3 hrs.

8/1 R 9am-12pm

2635 CGOV9000 (04191T) 3 hrs.

8/1 R 6-9pm

2636 CGOV9000 (05191T) 3 hrs.

8/5 M 9am-12pm

2637 CGOV9000 (06191T) 3 hrs.

8/5 M 6-9pm

2638 CGOV9000 (07191T) 3 hrs.

8/8 R 9am-12pm

2639 CGOV9000 (08191T) 3 hrs.

8/8 R 6-9pm

2640 CGOV9000 (09191T) 3 hrs.

8/12 M 9am-12pm

2641 CGOV9000 (10191T) 3 hrs.

8/12 M 6-9pm

2642 CGOV9000 (11191T) 3 hrs.

8/15 R 9am-12pm

2643 CGOV9000 (12191T) 3 hrs.

8/15 R 6-9pm

2644 CGOV9000 (13191T) 3 hrs.

8/19 M 9am-12pm

2645 CGOV9000 (14191T) 3 hrs.

8/19 M 6-9pm

2646 CGOV9000 (15191T) 3 hrs.

8/20 T 6-9pm

2650 CGOV9000 (19191T) 3 hrs.

10/3 R 9am-12pm

2651 CGOV9000 (20191T) 3 hrs.

10/3 R 6-9pm

2652 CGOV9000 (21191T) 3 hrs.

10/7 M 9am-12pm

2653 CGOV9000 (22191T) 3 hrs.

10/7 M 6-9pm



ESL Classes Come learn English and Civics in a supportive and fun adult learning environment. This course is

designed to give adults with limited English language skills the opportunity to practice reading,

writing, and speaking English while learning about our community, government, and culture.

These are grant funded classes and offered at no charge.


2654 CGOV9366 (01191T) 75 hrs.

8/19-11/13 M/W 9am-12pm

(Classes will not meet 9/2)

2655 CGOV9366 (02191T) 75 hrs.

8/20-11/14 T/R 6-9pm

2660 CGOV9366 (07191T) 81 hrs.

10/8-12/12 T/W/R 9am-12pm

2661 CGOV9366 (08191T) 81 hrs.

10/8-12/12 T/W/R 6-9pm

Location: Angleton Marshall

2657 CGOV9366 (04191T) 75 hrs.

8/26-11/20 M/W 6-9pm


Location: Freeport Museum

2658 CGOV9366 (05191T) 78 hrs.

8/27-11/21 T/R 9am-12pm

2659 CGOV9366 (06191T) 78 hrs.

8/27-11/21 T/R 6-9pm

Citizenship This is a preparation class to become a citizen of the United States. This class is not intended

for those new to the English language.


2656 CGOV9366 (03191T) 75 hrs.

8/19-11/13 M/W 6-9pm




NEW! FREE Healthcare Programs Information Session This general Information Session will provide details and answer questions about the CE

healthcare programs offered at Brazosport College, as well as address the requirements for

enrollment and completion.

Location: SADLER

Instructor: Lisa Baker

2710 CMED1000 (01191T) 1 hr.

9/5 R 6-7pm

2711 CMED1000 (02191T) 1 hrs.

10/3 R 1-2pm

2712 CMED1000 (03191T) 1 hr.

11/6 W 6-7pm

2713 CMED1000 (04191T) 1 hr.

12/5 R 10-11am

Unless otherwise specified, the following two courses are

prerequisites for students enrolling in healthcare programs.

Professionalism in Healthcare Location: SADLER

Instructor: Amanda Mertes

2722 HPRS1001 (01191T) 30 hrs.

10/4-12/13 Fri 9am-12pm

(Class will not meet 11/29)

$189

2723 HPRS1001 (02191T) 30 hrs.

9/17-10/17 T/R 6-9pm

$189

Medical Terminology for Allied Health Location: SADLER

Instructor: Amanda Mertes

2724 HPRS2002 (01191T) 48 hrs.

9/9-10/30 M/W 9am-12pm

$189

2725 HPRS2002 (02191T) 48 hrs.

10/22-12/19 T/R 6-9pm


$189

Healthcare




Massage Therapy Program The massage therapy program will provide students with the knowledge and skills of massage,

incorporating anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, and other topics. Completion of the program will

provide the required information and skills to sit for the state exam required by the Texas Department

of Licensing and Regulation. The program will be taught through a combination of lectures,

demonstrations, and clinical experiences. Textbooks(s) are required.

The program currently contains the following courses:

Massage Therapy Fundamentals

Anatomy and Physiology

Kinesiology

Pathology

Business Practices and Professional Ethics

Hydrotherapy and Therapeutic Modalities

Health and Hygiene

Internship

Any student who is planning to become a Massage Therapist in the State of Texas must successfully

complete all of the listed courses that are required by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation

in order to sit for the licensure exam (MBLEx). Not all courses will be offered each semester.

Requirements for enrolling in the Massage Therapy program courses:

Must be 18 years of age

Must have a high school diploma or HSE/GED®

Must pass a criminal background check

Must attend a Massage Therapy Information Session (within the last 12 months)

Must prepare to complete immunization and CPR requirements before beginning Fundamentals II

Before beginning Fundamentals II of the Massage Therapy program, the following items must be

completed and submitted to the CE Healthcare Coordinator for review.

Completed Immunization Requirement Form (copies of immunization documentation must be

submitted)

Copy of CPR Card (not to expire before end date of your internship course)

o American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers

o CPR certification obtained from online CPR training vendors without an in-person

“hands-only” training portion will not be accepted

Healthcare


FREE Massage Therapy Information Session Students interested in becoming a Massage Therapist in the State of Texas are required

to attend an Information Session before enrolling. This free Information Session

reviews different aspects of the training program, including cost, description of each

course, and requirements of attendance as well as requirements of the state guidelines to be

licensed and maintain licensure as a massage therapist in Texas. Information Sessions are held

monthly.


Instructor: Carrie Baker

2702 CMAS1000 (01191T) 1 hr.

9/4 W 9-10am

2703 CMAS1000 (02191T) 1 hr.

9/4 W 6-7pm

2704 CMAS1000 (03191T) 1 hr.

10/2 W 9-10am

2705 CMAS1000 (04191T) 1 hr.

10/2 W 6-7pm

2706 CMAS1000 (05191T) 1 hr.

11/6 W 9-10am

2707 CMAS1000 (06191T) 1 hr.

11/6 W 6-7pm

2708 CMAS1000 (07191T) 1 hr.

12/4 W 9-10am

2709 CMAS1000 (08191T) 1 hr.

12/4 W 6-7pm

Massage Therapy: Anatomy and Physiology This course provides in-depth coverage of the structure and function of the human body.

It includes cell structure and function, tissues, body organization, and the integumentary,

skeletal, muscular, nervous, and endocrine systems. Students will learn the relationship

of the structure of the body to the practice of massage therapy and explain the effects of

massage therapy on the physiological functions of the body. This class meets the minimum 75-

contact-hour requirement for Anatomy and Physiology for licensure. This class is one of nine

required courses needed to obtain a Massage Therapy Certification in Texas.


Instructor: tba

2720 MSSG1013 (01191T) 87 hrs.

9/5-12/19 T/R 6-9pm


$599

Healthcare




Massage Therapy: Pathology This course is a general discussion of pathologies as they relate to massage therapy. It includes

universal precautions and their management in professional practice and meets the minimum

40-contact-hour requirement for licensure. This class is one of nine required courses needed to

obtain a Massage Therapy Certification in Texas.


Instructor: tba

2721 MSSG2014 (01191T) 46 hrs.

10/14-12/11 M/W 6-9pm


$379

Basic Life Support (CPR) This course is a two year certification in Basic Life Support (CPR) and does not include

First Aid. Refunds can only be provided if you cancel enrollment by calling 979-230-

3600 and speaking to a registration specialist prior to the enrollment deadline. The

American Heart Association (AHA) strongly promotes knowledge and proficiency in all AHA

courses and has developed instructional materials for this purpose. Use of these materials in an

educational course does not represent course sponsorship by the AHA. Any fees charged for

such a course, except for a portion of fees needed for AHA course materials, do not represent

income to the AHA. Classes also available upon request include: Heartsaver CPR/AED,

Heartsaver First Aid/CPR/AED, and Family and Friends CPR.

Location: SADLER

Instructor: Doris Wiggs

2698 CMED9040 (01191T) 4.5 hrs.

9/7 S 8am-12:30pm

$69

2699 CMED9040 (02191T) 4.5 hrs.

10/5 S 8am-12:30pm

$69

2700 CMED9040 (03191T) 4.5 hrs.

11/2 S 8am-12:30pm

$69

2701 CMED9040 (04191T) 4.5 hrs.

12/7 S 8am-12:30pm

$69

Healthcare




Ophthalmic Assistant This program prepares students for entry level positions in Ophthalmology. Through

classroom lecture and labs, this program includes: anatomy and physiology of the eye,

general principles of pharmacology, prescriptions written for the eye, visual acuity, and

tonometry (basic) and glaucoma. This course includes a review of ocular dressing

procedures, maintenance of equipment and instruments and other areas. No pre-requisites are

required. Textbooks are included. This course is offered through a partnership with Condensed

Curriculum International (CCI).

Location: SADLER

Instructor: TBA

2719 OPTS2041 (01191T) 50 hrs.

10/7-11/25 M/W 6-9:20pm

$1,125

Veterinary Assistant Program This program introduces students to the exciting, growing field of veterinary medicine.

Students will learn about the care of animals as well as how to recognize signs of illness

and disease. This program also covers interpersonal communication, interaction with

clients and their animals, as well as how to assist the veterinarian during examinations.

Administrative duties are emphasized to provide the student with the skills necessary to

maintain an efficient front office. No pre-requisites are required. Textbooks are included

This course is offered through partnership with Condensed Curriculum International (CCI).

Location: SADLER

Instructor: TBA

2718 VTHT1001 (01191T) 100 hrs.

10/8-12/19 T/R 6-9:30pm

Sat 9am-3pm

(Class will not meet 10/19, 11/2, 11/16, 11/26, 11/28, 11/30 or 12/14)

$1,999

Healthcare




(FORMERLY GED®)

High School Equivalency (HSE) Test Prep courses are free to Texas residents. You must be at

least 19 years of age to register. 16 year olds may enroll with a signed court order. 17 and 18

year olds may enroll with a withdrawal form from the last school attended. A parent or guardian

must accompany the student at registration to sign the permission form.

Placement testing is required. If placement testing is not completed you will be automatically

withdrawn from the course.

HSE Placement Testing Location: BC CENTRAL

2726 CGED1000 (1191T) 3.5 hrs.

8/6-8/8 T/W/R 5:30-9pm

2727 CGED1000 (2191T) 3.5 hrs.

8/13-8/15 T/W/R 5:30-9pm

2728 CGED1000 (3191T) 3.5 hrs.

8/20-8/22 T/W/R 8:30am-12pm

2729 CGED1000 (4191T) 3.5 hrs.

8/20-8/22 T/W/R 1-4:30pm

2731 CGED1000 (6191T) 3.5 hrs.

9/3-9/5 T/W/R 5:30-9pm

2732 CGED1000 (7191T) 3.5 hrs.

8/20-8/22 T/W/R 5:30-9pm

HSE Placement Testing Intensive Math Location: BC CENTRAL

2730 CGED1000 (5191T) 3.5 hrs.

8/27 T 5:30-9pm

High School Equivalency (HSE)


HSE Classes This is a course for those who desire

assistance in their preparation to take a

High School Equivalency test.


2733 CGED9000 (1191T) 75 hrs.

8/26-11/20 M/W 6-9pm

2734 CGED9000 (2191T) 78 hrs.

8/27-11/21 T/R 12-3pm

2738 CGED9000 (6191T) 81 hrs.

10/8-12/12 TWR 9am-12pm

2739 CGED9000 (7191T) 81 hrs.

10/8-12/12 TWR 6-9pm

Location: FREEPORT MUSEUM

2736 CGED9000 (4191T) 75 hrs.

9/9-12/11 M/W 6-9pm

Location: ANGLETON CATS ACADEMY

2737 CGED9000 (5191T) 78 hrs.

8/27-11/21 T/R 6-9pm

HSE Intensive Math This course will focus only on the math

portion of the High School Equivalency test.

Location: BC Central

2735 CGED9000 (3191T) 78 hrs.

9/3-12/5 T/R 6-9pm

High School Equivalency (HSE)


Civic Chorus This is a cooperative venture between the community and the College to perform a

variety of choral literature. Enrollment is open to any member of the community who

can match pitch and has a desire to participate. Contact Benjamin May at 979-2303316

for more information.

Location: The Clarion

Instructor: Benjamin May

2686 CMUS9000 (01191T) 21 hrs.

8/29-12/14 R 7-9pm

(Classs will not meet 11/28)

$50

Community Band Rehearse and perform with the college band. Instrumental literature for woodwinds

and percussion will be chosen and performed. Come enjoy the program while

enhancing your own personal growth.


Instructor: Richard Birk

2683 CMUS9002 (01191T) 32 hrs.

8/26-12/9 M 7-9:15pm


$80

Fundamentals of Music Hybrid Study the fundamentals of musical notation and get an introduction to reading music by

sight. You will come away with functional music playing skills. This is a hybrid course

and has a required on-line component of 1.5 hours per week.


Instructor: Richard Birk

2684 CMUS9016 (01191T) 21 hrs.

8/27-12/10 T 4:30-6pm


$59

Music





Live Sound Workshop Receive practical and hands-on instruction in the operation of analog and digital sound

reinforcement equipment. Learn the function, operation, and components of a sound

system. This course is designed for the beginning and intermediate level sound operator.


Instructor: Vorin Dornan

2685 CMUS9017 (01191T) 24 hrs.

8/27-12/10 T 6-8pm


$320

Private Music Lessons Engage in private music lessons in the following: voice, guitar, brass, percussion/drums,

woodwinds and piano. Contact Richard Birk at 979-230-3272 for more information and to

schedule lessons.


Instructor: TBA

(4 - 30 minute lessons)

2679 CMUS9014 (01191T) 2 hrs.

8/27-12/9

$95

(6 - 30 minute sessions)

2680 CMUS9015 (01191T) 3 hrs.

8/27-12/9

$140

(14 - 30 minute sessions)

2681 CMUS9008 (01191T) 7 hrs.

8/27-12/9

$325

(14 - 1 hour sessions)

2682 CMUS9010 (01191T) 14 hrs.

8/27-12/9

$649

Music



Country and Western Dance Dancing is great exercise and a good way to have fun while meeting new people. If you want to

learn the latest in Country and Western dance, take advantage of this three week session.

After learning a few steps, put your own spin on things by adding twirls and more. Come join

the fun. No partner required. Two Step, Waltz, and Line Dance will be taught.


Instructor: Sherry Shelton

2674 CDAN9030 (01191T) 6 hrs.

10/9-10/23 W 6:30-8:30pm

$49

NEW! Introduction to Nonprofit Develop the skills and strategies you need to become an integral part of one of America's

fastest growing service sectors! A 15 year veteran in the nonprofit field will show you how to

transform your good intentions into a professional plan of action. You'll understand the unique

characteristics of nonprofit organizations while mastering the core knowledge necessary to

become an effective leader. Learn skills and develop strategies that will take your

organization to a new height of prosperity and productivity. This course will touch on 3

topics: The Art of Fundraising, Stratic Planning, and Story Telling.


Instructor: Amber Newman

2675 CSPI1022 (01191T) 18 hrs.

10/1-11/12 T/R 6-7:30pm


$195

Retirement Planning Today Today it is more important than ever to prepare for financial security during retirement.

Learn how to determine the amount of money you will need to retire, create goals for a

successful retirement, eliminate debt and improve cash flow, properly convert your IRA

to a ROTH IRA, protect your standard of living, and more.


Instructor: Dennis Charleton

2677 CSPI1005 (01191T) 9 hrs.

9/24-10/8 T 6:30-9:30pm

$89






NEW! On-Site Sewage Septic System Homeowner Education Course Learn about the different types of on-site sewage systems, get information on system

maintenance, and details on available resources to maintain, repair, or replace aging

systems. Learn how this will improve overall water quality in our rivers, lakes, bays, and

bayous. This course does not provide for or allow homeowners to inspect their own

aerobic system in place of a maintenance contract. This course is offered through a

partnership with Houston Galveston Area Council.


Instructor: Brian Sims

2672 CSPI1024 (01191T) 2 hrs.

9/26 R 6-8pm

FREE

2673 CSPI1024 (02191T) 2 hrs.

10/12 S 9-11am

FREE

Texas Stream Team Training Join a network of over 400 volunteers state-wide! Volunteers will be trained in water quality

sampling techniques. After successful completion of this course you will be assigned one of the

water bodies of interest in the Brazoria County area such as Oyster Creek, Bastrop Bayou,

Chocolate Bayou, the Brazos River, and more. Monitors will collect and report water

quality data on a monthly basis. (Some time will be spent outdoors please dress

appropriately.) This course is offered through a partnership with Houston Galveston Area

Council.


Instructor: TBA

2676 CSPI1017 (01191T) 6 hrs.

9/14 S 9am-3pm

FREE

NEW! Women and Wealth This intereactive class is designed for women by women. Four sessions will cover

budgeting, eliminating debt, setting/achieving goals, saving for children's education,

caring for elderly parents, retiring with purpose, understanding insurance, and

investment basics. Join us and discover your purpose and the purpose of money in your life.


Instructor: Giovanna Swisher

2678 CSPI1023 (01191T) 12 hrs.

10/3-10/24 R 6-9pm

$125






Classical Greece March 15-24, 2020

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Paris in the Spring, Burgundy and Provence River Cruise April 13-23, 2020

For more information: https://premierworlddiscovery.com/paris-in-the-spring-burgundy-provence-river-cruise.html

Travel

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Mackinac Island June 12-19, 2020

For more information: https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/963981

Cape Cod and the Islands August 1-7, 2020

For more information: https://premierworlddiscovery.com/cape-cod-the-islands.html

Travel

https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/963981

https://premierworlddiscovery.com/cape-cod-the-islands.html


Fencing En Garde! Join the beginner fencing class and learn basic fencing skills, attack and

defense techniques, and move on to full speed bouting with electronic scoring. A fencing

uniform will eventually be required, but the instructor has club equipment to loan

initially, until you are sure you actually like the sport. Wear shorts, t-shirt, knee high athletic

socks and sneakers. Enrollment is open to beginners age 11-13 and all returning students.

Location: Gym

Instructor: Kevin O'Neill

2477 CYOU9042A (01181T) 33 hrs.

9/5-11/19 M/W 5-6:30pm

$265

Fencing Private Lessons Students currently enrolled in a Fencing course may sign up for four 30-minute private

lessons (one lesson per week for four weeks) per month. Lesson times will be scheduled

by the instructor.

Location: Gym

Instructor: Kevin O'Neill, Clinton Mayhew

2478 CYOU9062 (01181T) 2 hrs.

9/5-9/28

$75

2479 CYOU9062 (02181T) 2 hrs.

10/1-10/31

$75

2480 CYOU9062 (03181T) 2 hrs.

11/2-11/30

$75

Youth and Teen




SAT Online Test Prep What do “no penalty for guessing,” “no sentence completions,” and “real world problems”

bring to mind? The new SAT! These and an entirely new redesign of the test are just a few of

the significant changes the College Board has made on the new SAT. Learn how you can be

ready for the changes by preparing online in the convenience of your own home. You will

receive 30 hours of access available 24 hours a day, seven days a week for five months. This

includes two online practice tests, lessons with explanations and a number of quizzes. Register

when the time is right for you.

Location: ONLINE

CEDU9006A (01191T) 30 hrs.

$295

Ceramics I Location: BC Central

Instructor: Molly Arc

2688 CART9014 (02191T) 48 hrs.

8/27-12/5 T/R 1-3:50pm


$200

Ceramics II Location: BC Central

Instructor: Molly Arc

2689 CART9014 (03191T) 48 hrs.

8/27-12/5 T/R 1-3:50pm


$200

Sculpture I Location: BC Central

Instructor: Kamilah Campbell

2687 CART9014 (01191T) 48 hrs.

8/26-12/4 M/W 1-3:50pm


$200

Youth and Teen

Art



Private Art Lessons Explore your inner artist using the medium of your choice - oil, watercolor, or acrylic.

Contact Cindy Taylor at 979-230-3600 for more information and to schedule classes.

Location: BC Central

Instructor: Sherry Shelton

(3 - 1hr. Sessions)

2691 CART9043 (01191T) 3 hrs.

8/27-12/5

$140

(3 - 2hr. Sessions)

2690 CART9044 (01191T) 6 hrs.

8/27-12/5

$280

Certificate in Global Healing Systems Deepen your knowledge of medical treatment by exploring alternative healthcare practices

from India, China, Eastern Europe, and Central, North, and South America.

$78

Learning Type: Instructor-Led Course

Hours: 12

September 11 October 16

November 13 December 11

https://www.ed2go.com/bc

Certificate in Nutrition, Chronic Disease and Health Promotion Learn about the impact of food politics, clean water, food borne diseases, mood, genetically

engineered foods, and malnutrition on health and the development of chronic diseases.

$95


Hours: 12




Online Courses

Art





Creating a Successful Business Plan Turn your business ideas into a solid plan for financing and long-term success. Committing your

idea to paper in the form of a business plan not only increases your changes of obtaining

financing, but also in keeping your buisness strategically focused.

$95


Hours: 12




Discover Sign Language In this course, you will discover how to use this graceful, expressive language (ASL) to

communicate with people who have hearing impairments.

$95


Hours: 12




Food Safety Handler Course This course is recommended for any employee who is responsible for safe-food preparation or

handling food at an establishment. It provides valuable information to assist employees with

safe food handling practices. For regulatory questions, please call the Texas Department of

State Health Services at (512) 539-2745. Register and pay at

https://store.360training.com/brazosport

4444 CFOO1004 (01182T) 2 hrs.

$12.50

Online Courses





Food Safety Manager Course This course offers the official Texas Food Safety Manager Certification required in the State of

Texas. Certification is valid for five years in the State of Texas only. Learn about food safety

issues, regulations and techniques for maintaining a food-safe environment. Note: One

attempt to pass the exam is included. For regulatory questions, please call the Texas

Department of State Health Services at (512) 539-2745. Register and pay at


4443 CFOO1000 (01182T) 10 hrs.

$110

Grammar Refresher Develop your English grammar skills and take your writing and speaking to the next level of

excellence.This course explores the eight parts of speech, punctuation and mechanics, and

foundational sentence construction.

$95


Hours: 12




GRE Prep Series If you are planning to apply to graduate school, you'll likely have to take the GRE. This series is

here to help! Part One - Verbal: takes you through all the question types on verbal reasoning

and analytical writing sections, including reading comprehension, text completion, sentence

equivalence questions, and both essy tasks. Part Two - Quantitative: features a math review

and techniques for tackling the quantitative comparison, data interpretation, and standard

math questions that make up the quantitative reasoning sections.

$199


Hours: 12




Online Courses





Health Information Technology This program prepares students for the CompTIA A+, Certified Electronic Health Records

Specialist (CEHRS), and Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) certifications. Topics

studied include computer hardware/software, troubleshooting, healthcare documentation and

electronic health records. Enrollment includes e-books, study guides, a repair toolkit and power

supply tester, and four certification exam vouchers.

CMED9046 584 hrs.

$3,795

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ICD-10 for ICD-9 Coders The ICD-10 for ICD-9 Coders course prepares medical coders to use the new ICD-10 code set,

which all healthcare facilities and physicians' offices began using October 1, 2015. Topics

studied include advanced anatomy/physiology, advanced pathophysiology and ICD-10 coding.

Students receive one-on-one support from AHIMA-Approved ICD-10-CM/PCS Trainers and

several industry codebooks.

CMED9048 137 hrs.

$695


Introduction to SQL Learn the key concepts of Structured Query Language (SQL), and gain a solid working

knowledge of this powerful and universal database programming language.

$99


Hours: 12




Online Courses





Learn to Buy and Sell on EBay Auction pros teach you how to work from home or earn extra income by buying and selling

goods online.

$95


Hours: 12




Medical Billing and Coding The Professional Medical Billing and Coding program prepares students for the Certified Coding

Associate (CCA) and Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certifications. Topics studied include

reimbursement methodologies, biomedical sciences and current code sets. Enrollment includes

textbooks, codebooks and voucher for one of the certification exams.

CMED9047 523 hrs.

$2,995


Medical Administrative Assistant with Electronic Health Records (EHR) The Medical Administrative Assistant with EHR program prepares students to earn the Certified

Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) and Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist

(CEHRS) credentials. Topics studied include ezEMRx EHR software, Microsoft Office, healthcare

documentation and office procedures. Enrollment includes eight textbooks and exam vouchers

for the two national certifications.

CMED9044 285 hrs.

$2,695


Online Courses





Medical Office Manager This program prepares students for the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) and

Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS) credentials. Topics studied include

Microsoft Office basics, medical terminology, healthcare documentation, practice finances,

billing and collections, and special considerations like ICD-10 and X12 5010. Enrollment includes

e-books and two certification exam vouchers.

CMED9045 315 hrs.

$3,795


Medical Transcription Editor Approved by the Association for Healthcare Documentation Integrity (AHDI), the Medical

Transcription Editor program prepares students for medical transcription and editing careers.

Topics studied include documentation, biomedical sciences and editing theory. Enrollment

includes ten textbooks, a transcription foot pedal, an AHDI membership, and a voucher to take

the RHDS exam.

CMED9034 640 hrs.

$2,995


Merrill Ream Speed Reading Are you struggling to keep up with a flood of email, articles, reports, and books? Save yourself

hours of time and increase your productivity by learning to read faster and with better

comprehension.

$95


Hours: 12




Online Courses





Personal Finance Do you have clear financial goals? Are you confident you will be able to retire someday? Do you

know how to change your credit report to reduce your expenses and increase your financial

security? This course will prepare you for a lifetime of worthwhile personal financial planning.

$95


Hours: 12




Spanish for Law Enforcement Mastering basic Spanish will give you more power to handle situations involving Spanish-

speaking victims, witnesses, or criminals.

$95


Hours: 12




Spanish for Medical Professionals Increasing numbers of Spanish-speaking patients enter the healthcare system every year. Why

struggle to communicate with patients? This course will give you basic tools to bridge the

communication gap.

$95


Hours: 12




Online Courses





Spanish in the Classroom Are you struggling to communicate with your Spanish-speaking students and families? This

course will teach you the essentials needed to bridge the communication gap.

$95


Hours: 12




Speed Spanish Learn six easy recipes to glue Spanish words together into sentences, and you will be engaging

in conversational Spanish in no time.

$95


Hours: 12




TABC Alcohol Seller/Server This course is focused on the issues surrounding responsible practices in selling and serving

alcoholic beverages. Upon passing the final quiz, students may print a temporary certification

online and a permanent certificate will be mailed within seven business days. For regulatory

questions, please call the Texas Department of State Health Services at (512) 539-2745.

Register and pay at https://store.360training.com/brazosport

4445 CFOO1001 (01182T) 3 hrs.

$8

Online Courses





TeachWorthy (Hybrid) TeachWorthy is a state-approved program that helps people achieve their dream of becoming a

certified teacher through an accelerated, flexible, route. Program advantages include:

convenient web-based learning modules, guidance on passing state exams, hands on support in

the classroom, nationally acclaimed Capturing Kids' Hearts™ training, preparation for classroom

best practices, dedicated Program Adviser to guide you , online Job Portal, and so much more.

Texas Real Estate Agent Education (7 packages/44 courses)

This course contains a Texas-specific exam prep that will prepare you for the Professional

Service Industries (PSI) State Licensing exam. This state-specific portion covers a broad range of

topics in varying levels of detail. The materials covered here are representative of the state

exam, in both its composition and content.


Texas Real Estate Pre-license (11 Courses - 180 Hour Premium Package)

This is the Premium pre-license package full of required real estate courses and elective courses

that is designed to help you pass the State Real Estate Licensing Exam. This state-of-the-art

learning resource introduces you to the required information in a logical sequence.

$495


Online Courses




Texas Real Estate Exam Prep (3 Courses)

Pass the Texas real estate license exam for brokers and salespersons on your first try!

360training.com offers real estate exam preparation courses for brokers and salespersons in

Texas. Our courses are Association of Real Estate License Law Office (ARELLO) - certified and

will teach you everything you need to know to pass the Texas real estate license exam. Start

preparing to get your real estate license now!

$237


Sales Person Apprentice Education (9 Courses - 90 Hour Package)

If you are a salesperson in Texas, complete your annual education requirements at

360training.com. Our courses meet all TREC Salesperson Apprentice Education requirements

so you can complete your hours in an easy and hassle-free way. You can study at your own

pace, wherever you are comforable as long as you have a computer and internet access.

$450


Texas Real Estate Continuing Education (18 Hour Package)

360training.com is the leading online real estate school for industry professionals in need of

training for real estate licensure, post licensure, continuing education and ongoing professional

development.

$79


Online Courses





Understanding Adolescents Parents, family members, teachers and related support staff, child and youth workers,

counselors, nurses and the like will all benefit from the information shared in this course.

$95


Hours: 12




Where Does All My Money Go? Learn how to get control of your money once and for all.

$95


Hours: 12




Online Courses




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