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SPRING 2018
Workforce development + continuing education
CATA LOG
NON-CREDIT PROFESSIONAL, CERTIFICATION, LEISURE AND RECREATION CONTINUING EDUCATION COURSES
YOUR Community CollegeProviding 50 years of economic and workforce development to create a community energized and prepared for workforce and personal development, growth, and opportunity
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SESSION DATES JANUARY 12 – MAY 17
OFFICE HOURS M – F • 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
NO CLASSES /OFFICE CLOSEDMONDAY, JANUARY 15 MLK DAY
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 13 MARDI GRAS
MARCH 12 – MARCH 16 SPRING BREAK
FRIDAY, MARCH 30 GOOD FRIDAY
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Table of ContentsINTRODUCTION ABOUT WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT + CONTINUING EDUCATION .. 2 FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 INSTRUCTOR OPPORTUNITIES .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS, PRE-LICENSING EDUCATION/EXAM REVIEW .... . . . . . 4 LCAI COURSE .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 ACCOUNTING + TAX PREPARATION .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 BANKING .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 COMMUNICATION, LANGUAGES .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 COMMAND SPANISH .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
COMPUTER TRAINING COMPUTER SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
ONLINE LEARNING ED2GO® .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
COLLEGE PREP COLLEGE TRANSITION PROGRAMS .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 REGISTRATION .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 ACT® PREP .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
OPEN CAMPUS™ ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
TESTING CENTER ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
PERSONAL ENRICHMENT CLASSES ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
REGISTER ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
FORMS CONTINUING EDUCATION REGISTRATION FORM .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 BPCC CAMPUS MAP .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
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FOR MORE INFORMATION
BPCC.EDU/CONTINUINGEDUCATION
318.678.60156220 EAST TEXAS STREET BOSSIER CITY, LA 71111
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Welcome to BOssier Parish Community College
We provide a wide range of professional and personal enrichment opportunities designed with you in mind. Classes are conveniently scheduled, affordable, and taught by talented professionals and experts. Regardless of your age or educational goal, we have a class to help keep you current with today’s trends and technologies, to help you get ahead in life and career, or to just have fun! For a current listing of courses offered, schedules, and descriptions, please visit us online at registration.xenegrade.com/bpcccontinuinged
BOSSIER PARISH COMMUNITY COLLEGEWORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT + CONTINUING EDUCATION 6220 E. TEXAS STREET, D-134 BOSSIER CITY, LA 71111
T 318.678.6015 F 318.678.6406 E [email protected]
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Please note payment is due in full at the time of registration unless otherwise noted and programs are generally not eligible for financial aid.
• Scholarship opportunities are now available for students pursuing non-credit certificate programs or training leading to certification or licensure.
• Look for scholarship eligible courses marked with a throughout the catalog.
• For information regarding eligibility criteria and the application process, please visit bpcc.edu/continuingeducation then click on “scholarships”.
• Some of our online training partners offer loans and payment plans.
• You may qualify for tax deductions available for work-related education. Visit www.irs.gov consult with your tax preparer for more information.
If you are a subject matter expert and a dynamic presenter we welcome new course proposals.
bpcc.edu/continuingeducation
• Part-time Instructor Job Openings
• Submit a Course Proposal
Instructor opportunities
financial assistance
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professionalCERTIFICATIONS, PRE-LICENSING EDUCATION/EXAM REVIEW
BASIC FLORAL DESIGN age new age
This class is suitable for the basic hobbyist or those who want to become a Licensed Florist. You will be provided with everything you need to know to create magnificent floral arrangements with ease. Make several versions of bridal, corsage, funeral, holiday and party pieces. Take home beautiful arrangements after every class. Students will bring $125 the first day of class for supply tool kit and first two classes of flowers. Afterwards students will be responsible for their own flowers and additional supplies if needed. This course will prepare you for the state floral exam. Minimum age of 16. (Estimated cost of flowers $300-$350) $299
PGEN1009A 2/6 – 3/29 5:30PM – 8:30PM TU TH D207 LORI BIAS-CLARK
ADVANCED FLORAL ARRANGEMENT
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Take your basic floral skills to the next level by learning to use exotic flowers in upscale designs. Get in on special short cuts and tricks of the trade. A prerequisite of Basic Floral Design is required. Minimum age of 16. (Estimated cost of flowers $300-$350) $299
PGEN1010A 4/10 – 5/17 5:30PM - 8:30PM TU TH D207 LORI BIAS-CLARK
CERTIFIED NURSE ASSISTANT age new age
This Certified Nurse Assistant program prepares one to work with long-term care patients, such as those in nursing homes and home health care. Instruction includes medical terminology, health care safety, patient care lecture, patient care studies, practice lab situations, and on-site clinical. APPLICANTS ARE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS BY NOON, MONDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2018: Copy of high school diploma or GED certificate, a Criminal History Record-Processing can take anywhere between 28-35 days, and Current Health Insurance. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will receive a certificate of completion and be recognized as a Certified Nurse Assistant in Louisiana. The student must complete all coursework with a grade C or better and score at least 70% on the final exam to successfully complete the program. Students will receive CNA certificate after all fees have been paid. *Split payment available with $470 due at registration ($450 registration fee and $20 processing fee) and $399 due by Thursday, April 19, 2018. Those who wish to utilize the split payment option must stop by our office in Building D, Suite 134. Split payment option not available online. Class will not meet March 12-16 due to Spring Break. Minimum age of 17. $849
PLEASE NOTE: A BACKGROUND CHECK IS REQUIRED PRIOR TO ENTERING THE COURSE. THIS TAKES ANYWHERE FROM 28-35 BUSINESS DAYS. START PLANNING EARLY IF YOU WANT TO ENROLL IN THIS COURSE.
PMED1011A 2/28 – 5/24 8AM - 12PM M – TH D228 LEMONICA MASON
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FOOD SAFETY CERTIFICATION age new age
Our National Restaurant Association approved Food Safety Certification course provides the preparation and exam for the State Food Safety Certificate with ServSafe® Certification. ServSafe® is a national certification program of the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation. Instruction focuses on food handling techniques, preventing food-borne illnesses, maintaining sanitary facilities and equipment, reducing liability, training and supervising employees in safe food handling. At the end of the class participants take the ServSafe® Examination. With a passing grade of 75% or greater, participants will receive a certificate verifying completion of the program and the ServSafe® certification. The answer sheet needed for the exam is found in the required textbook so students will need a new book. Minimum age of 18. $99
BPCC no longer mails certificates or score analysis. Students must obtain their score analysis and certificate by visiting www.ServSafe.com
PHSP0201A 1/13 8AM – 5PM SA D207 JOHN SHAW
PHSP0201B 2/10 8AM – 5PM SA D207 JOHN SHAW
PHSP0201C 3/10 8AM – 5PM SA D207 JOHN SHAW
PHSP0201D 4/14 8AM – 5PM SA D207 JOHN SHAW
PHSP0201E 5/5 8AM – 5PM SA D207 JOHN SHAW
PHSP0201F 5/19 8AM – 5PM SA D207 JOHN SHAW
HOME INSPECTION DISTANCE LEARNING MASTER COURSE
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100% ONLINE distance learning offered by the American Home Inspectors Training Institute. Learn the fundamentals of inspecting structure, exteriors, roofing, electrical, plumbing, heating/cooling systems, insulation/ventilation systems, report writing, business development and marketing strategies. Learn to identify and properly document defects of a residential property within the standards of the industry, essential skills in working with realtors, mortgage brokers, attorneys and financial institutions which play a key role in real estate transactions, how to make better purchasing decisions or start a business
as a licensed home inspector. This course is approved by the Louisiana State Board of Home Inspectors (LSBHI) for the 90 hours of classroom education required to apply for a license. Over 90% of the students who have taken this course pass the licensing exam. Please see LSBHI's website for exam information. Student materials are included with tuition. Minimum age of 18. $895
Participants will be given access to the online portion of training upon registration in the course. Online coursework is self-paced. For additional information and to register, please call AHIT at 877-838-0959 and tell them you are enrolling in the course offered by BPCC.
IAHI1002 ONLINE AMERICAN HOME INSPECTORS TRAINING INSTITUTE
LIFE AND HEALTH INSURANCE PRE-LICENSE
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This course is designed to prepare individuals for the Life + Health exam and to provide a good education for a career in insurance. Topics include sales, basic terminology, concepts, the fundamentals of insurance law, and agent’s responsibility. Course cost includes the textbook. Minimum age of 18. $279
PGEN1569A 2/16 – 2/24 8AM – 6PM F SA D226 ARDIE CESARIO
PGEN1569B 4/13 – 4/21 8AM – 6PM F SA D226 ARDIE CESARIO
PROPERTY + CASUALTY INSURANCE PRE-LICENSE
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This course is designed to prepare individuals for the Property + Casualty exam and to provide a good education for a career in insurance. Topics include sales, basic terminology, concepts, the fundamentals of insurance law, and agent’s responsibility. Course cost includes the textbook. Minimum age of 18. $279
PGEN1568A 1/12 – 1/20 8AM – 6PM F SA D226 ARDIE CESARIO
PGEN1568B 3/2 – 3/10 8AM – 6PM F SA D226 ARDIE CESARIO
PGEN1568C 5/11 – 5/19 8AM – 6PM F SA D226 ARDIE CESARIO
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NOTARY PUBLIC EXAM PREPARATION
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This study course provides up to date content geared towards the current exam format and questions to best prepare individuals for the challenging Louisiana Notary Public exam. Students must bring the LA NOTARY PUBLIC EXAMINATION OFFICIAL STUDY GUIDE available from the Office of the LA Secretary of State sos.la.gov/NotaryAndCertifications/ PrepareForTheNotaryExam for approximately $100. The exam is given twice a year on the first Saturday in June and December. The LA Secretary of State website provides detailed information on how to become a Notary. Refer to the Secretary of State website to determine which book editions match your planned exam date. This course is eligible for the Continuing Education and Workforce Scholarship. Minimum age of 18. $309
PARA1111A 2/27 – 5/22 6PM – 9PM TU D226 RITA BACOT
PARALEGAL CERTIFICATION ONLINEThe Paralegal Online Training Program will prepare you for success in this growing career field. You’ll learn about the American legal system, how to conduct legal research and legal interviews, how to perform legal analyses, and more. Your training will prepare you to become a legal secretary or paralegal and to take the certification exam. All materials are included! This online career training program is offered in partnership between BPCC, Ed2Go/Gatlin Education and the National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA) Campus. Tuition includes free access to the seven preparatory exam courses offered at NALA Campus. Regardless of whether or not you’re eligible for certification or plan to take the exam, the NALA Campus preparatory courses are a value-added addition to your paralegal education. Register online at gatlineducation.com/bpcc/business-programs (GES 209) 300 hours $1,995
HYBRID BLENDED PERSONAL FITNESS TRAINER CERTIFICATION new age new age
LEVEL 1 CPT PASS BOTH WRITTEN EXAM + PRACTICAL SKILLS EXAM
LEVEL 2 CPT OBTAIN A LEVEL 1 CPT + COMPLETE THE 30-HOUR INTERNSHIP
2 Certification Levels for one price (Test Vouchers included)
Live Your Passion as a Certified Personal Trainer! Get all the information needed to start an exciting fitness career and become a Certified Personal Trainer. We have over 5,000 internship employers waiting to hire our graduates. We do what a written test alone cannot do for you to become a successful Certified Personal Trainer. Our unique employer internship walks many of our graduates into better paying jobs! This challenging course is for candidates wanting convenient online information with in-depth instruction and hands-on practical video labs. Your key bonus option is to experience + master the essential career hands on skills at a local fitness center near you as part of this collegiate program. This is a special feature that only W.I.T.S. offers. Unique variety of options to guide your success in the W.I.T.S. online hybrid/blended program: Mentored, online SELF-PACED lessons for optimal learning. Included in all packages. Online interactive video lectures, practical video labs, discussion boards, quizzes. Bonus to attend an instructor led LIVE practical skills lab review at a fitness center near your college site. Exam vouchers included to earn Level 1 Certified Personal Trainer. BONUS: Get a Level 2 Certified Personal Trainer by completing an employer mentored 30-hour internship at over 5,000 health clubs. Digital badge of distinction to verify your credential through social media markets. 200-page student workbook, Power Points + other study tools included. Student study guide with sample quiz questions included. Fitness Professional's Handbook, 7th Edition with Web Resource (ISBN-13:9781492523376) or the e-book version (ISBN-13: 9781492535935) is available for purchase online at www.witseducation.com or by calling W.I.T.S at 1-888-330-9487. This textbook is required and not included in the course fee. Minimum age of 18. $699
PGEN1574A 2/10 – 3/24 10AM – 1PM SA ONLINE W.I.T.S. INSTRUCTOR
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REAL ESTATE 101: PRE-LICENSING EDUCATION COURSE
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Are you ready for an exciting career change? Get the training you need to become a licensed real estate professional! This Louisiana Real Estate Commission approved course prepares individuals pursuing a career in real estate for the Louisiana State licensing exam and satisfies the 90 hour education requirement to sit for the exam. It covers principles and practices of real estate, the Louisiana Real Estate License Law, the Law of Agency, Commission Rules and Regulations, and Civil Law as it pertains to real estate in Louisiana. Class will not meet 3/12 and 3/14 due to spring break. Bossier Parish Community College is a State Certified Real Estate School with a certified instructor (BPCC Certificate No. 0220). Minimum age of 18. $549
*Split payment possible with $320 due at registration ($300 registration fee plus $20 processing fee) and $249 due by Monday, April 2, 2018. Those who wish to utilize the split payment option must come by our office in Building D, Suite 134. Split payment option is not available online.
PGEN1001A 2/12 – 5/9 5:30PM – 9:15PM M W D226 GLENDA MCCRAW
INTRO TO PUBLIC HEALTH PRACTICE new age new age
This is a fundamentals course designed to introduce students from a variety of disciplines to the basic tenets and core components of public health and public health practice, including an emphasis on population and prevention-based strategies for improving health. The course will explain some of the nation's health challenges, the epidemiological basis of public health, the essential public health services, and the current strategies for advancing public health. The objectives of the course are as follows:
1 To identify key events in the history of public health that have shaped the current state of practice
2 To define public health and understand the difference between individual and population health
3 To understand the goals of public health
4 To understand the core function of public health and the ten essential public health services
5 To learn the importance of the interdisciplinary nature of public health
6 To recognize the impact of social, environmental, and behavioral determinants of health
7 To describe the importance of global health and to recognize how actions in the US impact the rest of the world and vice versa
8 To explore the professional and educational oppotunities in public health
Minimum age of 18.
$249
PGEN1576A 1/23 – 2/20 5:30PM – 8:30PM TU TH D226 DAPHNE ROBINSON
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The Louisiana Contractor Accreditation Institute (LCAI), a partnership between the Louisiana Community + Technical College System (LCTCS), Louisiana Economic Development (LED), and the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC) assists small and emerging construction businesses. Taught by industry leaders, participants will learn about construction management and how to prepare for the General Contractors State Licensing Exam. Students who complete the training will receive a certificate of completion and will be able to apply for bonding assistance through LED. The course includes the following topics:Bonding/Access to Capital Certifications • Entrepreneurship Training • Louisiana Contractor Licensing Exam Review
LEARN HOW TO
MANAGE
For more information, visit OpportunityLouisiana.com/LCAI or [email protected]
YOUR OWNCONSTRUCTION BUSINESS
ENROLL TODAY!February 19 - March 28 MONDAYS + WEDNESDAYS 6PM – 8PM BUILDING D • ROOM 227
TUITION | $200
Bossier Parish Community College 6220 E. Texas St. Bossier City, LA
REGISTRATION DEADLINE JANUARY 26, 2018
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ACCOUNTING + TAX PREPARATION
BANKING
100% ONLINE Income Tax Preparation Career Training + Continuing Education for Accountants + Tax Preparers. The Income Tax School is the national standard for tax preparation and teaches practical application with real life scenarios.
15-Hour Continuing Education Package ONLY $69.97 (was $149)! Meets IRS requirements.Includes 3 CE seminars: • Ethics + Responsibilities of Tax Professionals (3 CEs) • Tax Law Updates (3 CEs) • Identity Theft* (1 CEs) Plus your choice of THREE additional 3-hour CE seminars! Individual CE seminars ONLY $39 each! Comprehensive Tax Course with RTRP Career Package $447 This course will enable you to prepare individual tax returns for the general public, including individual taxpayers who operate sole-proprietor businesses, most individual non-business and small business (self-employed/schedule C) tax returns, and research tax issues. No entrance requirements. Student materials included.
Additional Programs: Advanced Level I + II Individual Income Tax Preparation • Small Business Level I + II Income Tax Preparation • Individual + Small Business Tax Returns
Please visit our website for complete list of course offerings, descriptions, bundle packages, and to register. theincometaxschool.com/bpcc
Teller Training and Continuing Education for Banking offered in partnership with Banker’s Academy. All courses are online, interactive self-paced learning. CEUs indicated are approved by the American Banker’s Association (ABA) towards achieving or renewing CBT, CLBB, CCSR, CPB, and CRCM certifications.
Focus on Compliance IBAN 0003 (10 CEUs) $695 Achieving Commercial Lending Excellence IBAN 0004 (7 CEUs) $695 Achieving Consumer Lending Excellence IBAN 0005 (7 CEUs) $695 Achieving Teller Excellence IBAN 0006 (7 CEUs) $595 Achieving Branchwide Security IBAN 0007 $595 Achieving Banking Excellence IBAN 0008 $595 Achieving Platform Excellence IBAN 0009 (7 CEUs) $595 Achieving Sales and Service Excellence IBAN 0010 (4 CEUs) $595TAKE MORE CLASSES AND SAVE! Achieving Teller Excellence Bundle IBAN 0001 (7 CEUs) $1,295 Achieving Head Teller Excellence Bundle IBAN 0002 (18 CEUs) $1,695Students will need access to a computer with a high-speed, reliable internet connection and an email account. Students will need to provide their email address when registering. A link with login information for the course will be emailed to students following registration. For additional course offerings with Banker’s Academy, call us at 318.678.6015 or visit our website bpcc.edu/continuingeducation
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We offer safety classes upon request at your location or in one of our classrooms.
• 10/30 Hour for General Industry + Construction
• Fall Protection Hazard Communication
• Electrical Safety
• Lock- Out/Tag-Out, PPE Compliance
• Confined Space Awareness
• Scaffold Safety
• Hazardous Communication + Recognition
• Hazardous Waste Awareness
• Incident Investigation
• Emergency Procedures
• Trench Safety
• Sit-Down + Extended Reach Forklift*
• Skid Steer Loader
• Aerial Lift
• HAZWOPER (8, 24, 40)
• Access to Medical Records
• American Petroleum Industry Recommended Practice 2D
• Crane Operations + Rigging
• Medic CPR/First Aid
• Beginner’s Well Control Practices
• H2S Safety + Respiratory Protection
• Intro to Upstream Oil + Gas Exploration + Production Operations
• Intro to Field Processing of Oil + Gas
• Water Survival Skills
• Equipment + Techniques
SAFEFY TRAINING
ARE YOU AN EMPLOYER NEEDING SAFETY TRAINING?
Are you an employer looking for training for your team? We’ll customize training and bring it to your door! Call us at 678-6015.
Some of our training topics include:
• Occupational Spanish (Command Spanish®)
• Computer Training
• Personality Profiling System
• Delegating
• Influential + Situational Leadership
• Supervisory Skills
• Performance Management
• Conflict + Stress Resolution
• Sales Cycle
• Enhanced Sales Skills + Strategies
• Marketing Fundamentals
• Customer Service Excellence
• Communication + Presentation Skills
• Business Writing + Electronic Correspondence
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COMMUNICATION AND LANGUAGES
VOICE-OVERS... NOW IS YOUR TIME!
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In what could be one of the most enlightening 2 hours you’ve ever spent, this LIVE webinar will show you how YOU could actually begin using your speaking voice for commercials, films, and videos! Most people go about it the wrong way. In this webinar, you will learn about a unique, outside-of-the-box way to cash in on one of the most lucrative full- or part-time careers out there! This is a business that you can handle on your own terms, on your own turf, in your own time, and with practically no overhead! And NOW is the best time to make this happen as new companies are looking for new voices like never before. This exciting and fun LIVE webinar, complete with Live Q+A with the instructor, could be the game changer you’ve been looking for! All you need is a computer and a phone to attend. Minimum age of 16. $25
PGEN1567A 3/20 8PM – 10PM TU ONLINE LISA LEVINE • SUCH A VOICE
PGEN1567B 4/12 7PM – 9PM TH ONLINE LISA LEVINE • SUCH A VOICE
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CUSTOMIZE FOR YOUR WORKPLACE We can customize Command Spanish®, Inc. language programs for professionals in the following fields:
DENTAL + MEDICAL • Spanish for Dental Staff • Spanish for the Physician’s Office • Spanish for Nursing • Spanish for Eye Care Providers • Spanish for the Pharmacy
CRIMINAL JUSTICE • Survival Spanish for Law Enforcement Officers • Survival Spanish for Correctional Officers • Survival Spanish for Probation Officers
PUBLIC SAFETY • Emergency Spanish for Firefighters • Survival Spanish for Paramedics and EMTs
EDUCATION • Survival Spanish for School Administrators, Teachers, and Support Staff • Spanish for Child Care Facilities • Spanish for Library Staff
BUSINESS + COMMERCE • Spanish for Office Personnel • Spanish for Retail Sales • Spanish for Banking • Spanish for Requesting Personal Information + Data • Spanish for Real Estate Agents
INDUSTRY + MANUFACTURING • Spanish for Industry, Manufacturing, and Warehousing • Spanish for Construction Sites
HOSPITALITY • Spanish for Hotel and Motel Staff • Spanish for Restaurant Staff
GENERAL INTEREST • Community Spanish: A Survival Guide for English-Speakers • Ingles Minimo/Minimum English (A Survival Guide for Spanish Speakers)
ONLINE OFFERINGS Go to www.commandspanishonline.com to view courses offered online by Command Spanish®
Do you have a business or organization that employs non-Spanish speaking employees who need to interact with Spanish-speaking employees or customers?
BPCC’s Workforce Development and Continuing Education Department offers a program that can be customized for your specific business or industry. Command Spanish, Inc. is the country’s leading provider of customized Spanish language and cross-cultural programs and products for non-Spanish speakers who interact with Spanish-speakers in the workplace.
The objective of Command Spanish, Inc. is to provide learner-friendly language materials and workshops that require NO PRIOR KNOWLEDGE OF SPANISH. These programs eliminate the tedious grammar instruction found in most other language programs.
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COMPUTER SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS
computer trainingBPCC is the place to go for computer skills training! Whether you’re just starting your career or upgrading your computer skills, we have a class to fit your needs. We offer a wide variety of instructor-led classes and provide one computer per student, emphasizing a hands-on learning experience.
AT LEAST A 128MB FLASH DRIVE IS REQUIRED FOR ALL COMPUTER CLASSES.
MICROSOFT EXCEL 2016 | BASIC age new age
This introductory course to Microsoft Excel 2016 will teach students to create dynamic spreadsheets using formulas, functions and how to format spreadsheets to represent statistical data using impressive charts and graphs. Minimum age of 16. $99
CAPP2419A 2/6 – 2/15 5:45PM – 8PM TU W TH D118 JAMESHIA SMITH
CAPP2419B 4/10 – 4/18 5:45PM – 8PM TU W TH D118 JAMESHIA SMITH
MICROSOFT WORD 2016 | BASIC age new age
Learn about the basic features of Word 2016 and use them to create, save and edit text, browse documents, use tables, adjust page layout, work with graphics, and print documents. Students will use the formatting facilities to enhance the presentation of documents produced to look professional with a minimum effort. Minimum age of 16. $99
CAPP2454A 1/16 – 1/24 5:45PM – 8PM TU W TH D118 JAMESHIA SMITH
CAPP2454B 2/27 – 3/7 5:45PM – 8PM TU W TH D118 JAMESHIA SMITH
QUICKBOOKS 2015 FOR BEGINNERS age new age
Put the power of QuickBooks to work for you. We will teach you the basics of setting up accounts, paying bills, reconciling bank statements, creating invoices, tracking inventory, and generating reports. Ideal course for the small business owner or homeowner. Accounting knowledge is helpful but not necessary. Minimum age of 16. $149
CAPP2409A 1/22 – 2/26 6PM – 9PM M D118 BARBARA COX
QUICKBOOKS 2015 | INTERMEDIATE age new age
This course is a continuation of QuickBooks for Beginners. We will take you through setting up payroll and taxes; creating estimates, invoices, sales receipts, payments and deposits, writing checks and paying employees. Ideal course for the small business owner or homeowner. Minimum age of 16. $149
CAPP2410A 3/19 – 4/23 6PM – 9PM M D118 BARBARA COX
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ADOBE PHOTOSHOP age
YOU MUST CALL 318.678.6015 TO REGISTER FOR THIS COURSE. ONLINE REGISTRATION IS NOT AVAILABLE. Intensive semester-long course teaching the pixel-based Photoshop interface, how to customize it, and use tools for selecting parts of images. Learn to use layers and to apply layer effects and filters for creating special effects. Learn how to use the painting tools and blending modes to enhance the appearance of your designs.
This is a credit course open to non-credit students. Students registering through Continuing Education will not receive academic credit hours. Price includes fees associated with the course. Required textbook is available for purchase in the BPCC Bookstore. $240 plus $45 academic supply fee
COMM216501 1/11 – 5/9 6:30PM – 9:30PM TU D309 JONATHAN ELMORE
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YOU MUST CALL 318.678.6015 TO REGISTER FOR THIS COURSE. ONLINE REGISTRATION IS NOT AVAILABLE. Adobe Illustrator is explored and utilized as students create 2D projects. This course is open to both credit and non-credit students. Students registering through Continuing Education will not receive academic credit hours. Price includes any fees associated with course. Required textbook is available for purchase at the BPCC Bookstore. $280 plus $45 academic supply fee
COMM218501 1/11 – 5/9 6:30PM – 9:30PM TH D309 LAUREN BROWN
3D PRINTING age new age
Topics include demonstration of 3D printer with instructor designed part, basic 3D modeling instruction with OnShape (cloud based 3D modeler), 3D assembly instruction, 3D printing process overview, origins, capabilities, + project work designing and printing student designed models (2 to 5 models). Students must be computer literate and familiar with Windows type software. Minimum age of 18. $299
PGEN1577A 1/25 – 2/15 5:30PM – 8:30PM TU TH L215 LAMONT LACKMAN
PGEN1577B 2/20 – 3/8 5:30PM – 8:30PM TU TH L215 LAMONT LACKMAN
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online learningEnroll by visiting www.ed2go.com/bpcc
Upcoming class start dates JANUARY 17, 2018 • FEBRUARY 14, 2018 • MARCH 14, 2018 • APRIL 11, 2018
A TO Z GRANT WRITING | $125 A to Z Grant Writing is an invigorating and informative course that will equip you with the skills and tools you need to enter the exciting field of grant writing! You'll learn how to raise needed funds by discovering how and where to look for potential funders who are a good match for your organization. You'll also learn how to network and develop true partnerships with a variety of funders, how to organize a successful grant writing campaign, and how to put together a complete proposal package.
This course speaks mainly to nonprofit organizations, schools, religious institutions, and municipalities seeking grants from foundation, corporate, government, and individual donors. It's also an excellent primer for individuals wishing to become grant writing consultants or community grant writing volunteers.
Many of this course's elements also easily translate to the for-profit field and to individual artists, and material specifically designed for businesses and individuals is included. No matter who you are or what level of experience you have, you'll find the A to Z of writing and submitting successful proposals here!
ACCOUNTING FUNDAMENTALS | $125 Demand for accounting professionals currently exceeds supply. If you're interested in increasing your financial awareness while also gaining a marketable skill, this course is for you. You'll learn the basics of double-entry bookkeeping, as well as how to analyze and record financial transactions. You'll get hands-on experience with handling accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll procedures, sales taxes, and various common banking activities. We'll cover all the bases, from writing checks to preparing an income statement and closing out accounts at the end of each fiscal period. Whether you're a sole proprietor looking to manage your business finances or you simply want to gain an understanding of accounting basics for career advancement or for personal use, this course will give you a solid foundation in financial matters.
EFFECTIVE BUSINESS WRITING | $125 Do you have a nagging suspicion that a small improvement in your writing skills might also improve your career prospects? Don't let small gaps in your business writing skills prevent you from reaching your full potential! It doesn't matter whether you're a clerical worker, an engineer, or an executive. If you communicate with others in writing, you need this course to help you identify and eliminate problem areas. By the end of this course, you'll know the secret to developing powerful written documents that immediately draw readers in and keep them motivated to continue until your very last, well-chosen word.
INTRODUCTION TO SQL | $125 Learn the key concepts of Structured Query Language (SQL) and gain a solid working knowledge of this powerful and universal database programming language. You'll learn the basic structure of relational databases, how to read and write simple and complex SQL statements, and advanced data manipulation techniques.
INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT ACCESS 2016 | $129 Take control of your data! In this course, you'll learn how to harness the power of Microsoft Access 2016 to organize, store, edit, manage, and report on hundreds of thousands of records. You'll master the concepts of good database design, learn to use relational databases, and discover how to use macros to automate repetitive tasks and increase your efficiency. By the time you've finished the course, you'll know how to organize and assemble an effective database for any kind of information you need to store, document, and manage.
DISCOVER SIGN LANGUAGE | $125 It's truly amazing that we can communicate just by using our hands! In this course, you'll discover how to use this graceful, expressive language to communicate with Deaf people. You'll master how to fingerspell the alphabet, learn signs for colors, numbers, objects, and family members, and see how to sign phrases and full sentences. Throughout, you'll learn by watching videos that demonstrate how to make the signs and how to incorporate facial expressions to communicate in this beautiful language. By the end of the course, you'll be ready to have a conversation in sign language.
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Beginning Conversational French | $125 Discover how easy it can be to learn common words and phrases for both leisure and business. This course makes pronunciation simple, with phonetic spellings for every word and phrase you need to learn. The course even includes audio, so you'll be able to hear and practice the language with little more than a click of your mouse! You'll also learn cultural tips in each lesson that will make you more comfortable in a foreign setting. After finishing this course, you'll be prepared to speak French in a wide variety of settings and situations.
Become a Veterinary Assistant | $125 Do you like animals? Would you like to prepare for a career as a veterinary assistant? This course, taught by a practicing veterinarian and college instructor, will give you the information you need to counsel veterinary clients on pet nutrition, vaccinations, worms, fleas, first aid, euthanasia, and alternative medicine. You will also get a taste of how a veterinary hospital ticks as a small business by focusing on billing, workplace safety, and marketing through client education programs.
Start Your Own Small Business | $125 Learn how to take your dream of starting a business and put it into action. In this class, you'll learn everything you need to know about starting a business including start-up options, proven marketing techniques, unique financing options, and easy employee-management tips. You'll discover the secrets that separate the successful entrepreneurs from the struggling ones.
Resume Writing Workshop | $115 Create an effective resume, or improve the one you already have. Transform your resume into a powerful tool that will get you interviews. This workshop will lead you through a self-assessment series so you will have extensive knowledge about the product you are marketing--YOU! Learn different resume formats, how to write an employment objective, and tricks to writing persuasive cover letters. Make the most of your work experience. Know what to reveal in a resume, and what to keep to yourself. This course also covers the use of on-line resumes and Internet Resume Secrets.
Teaching Students with Autism: Strategies for Success | $125 Just 20 years ago, we didn't see students with autism in our classrooms. But today, we teach children with high-functioning autism and Asperger's Syndrome right alongside their neurotypical peers. Reaching and teaching these students requires a delicate balancing act: understanding how their brains are wired, helping them turn challenges into opportunities, and learning to enjoy the rich perspective they bring to the classroom.
Basic A+ Certification Hardware | $125 Time to roll up those sleeves and dive inside the personal computer! The Basic CompTIA A+
Certification Prep course teaches you about the hardware common to virtually every personal computer, including microprocessors, RAM, power supplies, motherboards, UEFI/BIOS, the system setup utility, the expansion bus, and input/output devices. You'll learn how things work, how to configure everything, and how to troubleshoot in real-world environments. This course gives you the knowledge upon which you'll base the rest of your CompTIA A+ certification studies for the 220-901 and 220-902 exams. Plus it helps you take that first step to becoming an excellent PC technician. So what are you waiting for?
Become a Physical Therapy Aide | $125 Prepare for a rewarding career as a valued member of the physical therapy team while learning all about the human body, specific disorders, and the way physical therapists treat these disorders.
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C# Programming Series | $175 You'll first develop your understanding of programming fundamentals: input/output operations, decision making, and looping. Then, we'll explore the many benefits of object oriented programming, with plenty of vivid, real-life examples. Then, you'll gain hands-on experience with sequential data files, and you'll be able to build a professional-looking and intuitive Graphical User Interface (GUI) application on your very own computer. Then Build upon your current knowledge of programming logic by writing Graphical User Interface (GUI) applications in the C# programming language. This course will show you how to write professional looking applications with many of the common GUI controls, such as buttons, labels, text boxes, check boxes, and radio buttons. You'll also learn how to put menus and toolbars into your program to make them easier to use. And later in the course, you'll find out how to make your program interact with sequential files, random access files, and databases.
C++ for the Absolute Beginner | $125 Here's your chance to learn how to program the easy way in C++. Introduction to C++ Programming is a project-oriented course taught by a master programming instructor and published author. You'll get right to programming in this course--even if you have no prior programming experience! Before you know it, you'll be putting together programs, and you'll see how easy programming really is.
Discover Digital Photography | $125 Join us and explore the world of digital photography! Discover Digital Photography introduces the technology that has catapulted the photographic world into the 21st century. You'll explore a broad overview of the basics of digital photography, including equipment, software, and practical uses. We'll discuss different types of digital cameras, from phones and tablets to digital SLRs, all of which offer a wide array of photo-graphic options. We'll also help you decide what type of equipment fits your needs, and you'll have hands-on exercises so you can explore the areas that interest you.
Grammar Refresher | $115 The key to effective writing and speaking is English grammar. Whether you are just now learning the basics of grammar or if you need a refresher, this course will help you develop the foundational skills you need. In this course, you’ll explore the eight parts of speech, punctuation and mechanics, foundational sentence construction, and we’ll even get into the details of phrases, clauses, problem words, common grammar mistakes, and much more! An instructor will guide you every step of the way as you learn grammar through hands-on, practical exercises. You’ll also learn through short videos, examples, and even fun games. Take your writing and speaking to the next level of excellence!
Grammar Refresher II | $115 Take your grammar and writing skills to the next level! In this course, you'll review the foundational elements of grammar, including the parts of speech, and master the basics of punctuation and mechanics.
Next, you'll explore sentence structure, nouns and pro-nouns, and you'll work with the different kinds of verb tenses. You'll also explore adjective and adverb use and be introduced to some best practices for using these parts of speech effectively in your writing.
Then, you'll take a look at phrases and clauses, as well as parallelism, coordination, and subordination. You'll see how different phrases and clauses fit together in sentences so that your writing is clear, concise, and meaningful.
Finally, you'll put your skills to work as you explore some different kinds of business writing, paragraph writing, and even formal essay writing. By the time you're done with the course, you'll not only have the advanced grammar skills you need, you'll also understand how to use those skills in practical ways.
Certified Outpatient Coder | $2,895 bpcc.edu/continuingeducation/medicalcoding
Medical coding for outpatient facilities is an important skillset to help outpatient hospitals/facilities receive appropriate reimbursement and maintain compliance with coding guidelines and government/payer regulations. The material is presented in a step-by-step manner, and you will learn by completing readings and completing interactive lectures. The program also includes quizzes and exams, so you can test your skills at regular intervals throughout the material. Through these methods, you will learn essential introductory and advanced medical coding skills for outpatient hospitals/facilities.
You will also receive access to the AAPC Advanced ICD-10-CM Online Code Set Training which will take your ICD-10-CM coding skills to a higher level. You will get hands-on training that includes coding for conditions such as, clinical concepts for comprehensive coding of conditions, insight on chronic and acute conditions, and practical coding exercises. Upon completion of this program you will be prepared for the AAPC Certified Outpatient Coder (COC) exam. The registration fee for the exam, AAPC membership, COC practice exams and access to the Practicode Tool are included with this program.
And many, many more!
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college prepONLINE POST-GRADUATE ENTRANCE EXAM PREPARATION + PROGRAMS FOR
GRE, GMAT, LSAT AND PRAXISVisit www.ed2go.com/bpcc for more information and to register.
IN PARTNERSHIP WITH
COLLEGE TRANSITION PROGRAMS REGISTRATIONCollege Transition Programs provide the following services, free of charge, to residents of Northwest Louisiana:
ENGLISH LANGUAGE SERVICES
CITIZENSHIP CLASSES
HIGH SCHOOL EQUIVALENCY (IN ENGLISH AND SPANISH)
BASIC COMPUTER SKILLS
Registration takes place in Building D, Room 215B each Friday at 8:30AM (except for Fridays on holiday weekends) and the first Wednesday of every month at 5:30PM
Class sessionsJANUARY – MARCH
MARCH – MAY
AUGUST – OCTOBER
OCTOBER – DECEMBER
Abbreviated session offered during the month of June.
For more information contact Marissa Carpenter at [email protected] or 318.678.6197
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ACT® prepACT® PREP BOOTCAMP
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Attention high school students - Are you intimidated by the ACT test? Let us help. Bossier Parish Community College will offer an ACT prep course covering all sections of the ACT including English, Math, Reading, Science, optional writing section, and test-taking strategies. Registration for the course does not include registration for the exam. Book is included with course. $249
LEDU4429A 1/9 – 2/6 5PM – 8PM TU TH D 229 INSTRUCTOR VARIES BY SUBJECT COVERED CLASS MEETS TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS 1/9 – 2/1 FROM 5PM – 8PM AND ON TUESDAY 2/6 FROM 5PM – 8:30PM
LEDU4429B 2/20 – 3/24 5PM – 8PM TU TH SA D 229 INSTRUCTOR VARIES BY SUBJECT COVERED CLASS MEETS TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS 2/20 – 3/22 FROM 5PM – 8PM AND ON SATURDAY 3/24 FROM 9AM – 1PM
INDIVIDUAL WORKSHOPS OFFERED FOR $59 EACH!READING
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LEDU4433A 1/13 9AM – 1PM SA D229 CHRISTY MCKAY
LEDU4433B 2/24 9AM – 1PM SA D229 CHRISTY MCKAY
MATH age
LEDU4432A 1/20 9AM – 1PM SA D229 TBA
LEDU4432B 4/7 9AM – 1PM SA D229 TBA
ENGLISH age
LEDU4430A 1/27 9AM – 1PM SA D229 CHRISTY MCKAY
LEDU4430B 3/10 9AM – 1PM SA D229 CHRISTY MCKAY
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BPCC testing centerBPCC’s Testing Center provides a wide range of test services for BPCC students, students attending other colleges, our military, and members of the workforce. If you need additional information, please contact call 318.678.6002 or email [email protected]
HIGH SCHOOL EQUIVALENCY TEST (HISET) • For information about HiSET classes offered by BPCC’s College Transition Programs, call the department at 318.678.6326 or Marissa Carpenter at 318.678.6197 or by email at [email protected]. • To register for HiSET tests, www.hiset.ets.org • For more information about HiSET tests, contact BPCC’s Testing Center 318.678.6002 or email [email protected]
LocationsBPCC’S TESTING CENTER BPCC CAMPUS BUILDING D ROOM 203
BPCC’S BAFB NATIONAL TEST CENTER BAFB EDUCATION BUILDING ROOM 101
BAFB NATIONAL TEST CENTER DANTES-funded CLEP and DSST exams, Distance Education Proctoring, Pearson VUE Test Center
CREDIT BY EXAMINATION College Board CLEP, Prometric DSST, Excelsior College
WORKFORCE TEST SERVICES: WorkKeys®, Manufacturing Skills Standards Council , NOCTI, Louisiana State Board of Contractors, Castle Worldwide, Certiport, ServSafe, Pearson VUE (including CompTIA, Microsoft, Cisco) and many others.
NATIONAL TEST SERVICES: GRE Subject Exams, Law School Admission Test, Multistate Professional Responsibility Examination
WORKKEYS® ACT National Career Readiness Certificate. Complete three WorkKeys® assessments (Applied Mathematics, Locating Information, and Reading for Information) to earn a Bronze, Silver, Gold or Platinum National Career Readiness Certificate.
DISTANCE EDUCATION PROCTORING For online courses requiring proctored exams.
BPCC STUDENT EXAM CENTER For BPCC students who need to make-up tests Building E, Room 121. Email [email protected]
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PERSONAL ENRICHMENTCRAFTSJEWELRY MAKING BASICS
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Have you ever looked longingly at a piece of jewelry and wished you knew how it was made? Do you have a burning desire to use your creativity and put all those old beads to good use? Learn the basics of jewelry making techniques like bead stringing, crimping, wire wrapping, connecting, etc. Expect to create a beautiful piece of jewelry in this course using the new techniques that you've learned. Minimum age of 17. $89
LCFT4536A 4/23 – 5/7 5PM – 7PM M W D207 CONNIE STEPHENS-EATON
WHAT THE HECK IS A BULLET JOURNAL AND HOW DO I START ONE?
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Bullet Journals are a new system that combines to do lists, planners and journaling. They provide a quick and efficient way to document your past, present and future. Participants will learn the basic concepts of Bullet Journaling and create their own bullet journals. Minimum age of 15. $39
LCFT4593A 4/3 6PM – 9PM TU D207 SHELLI ULRICH
ALCOHOL INK PAINTING age new age
Come join the fun as we explore the basics of alcohol ink painting. In this class one will experience the basic technique and application of painting with alcohol-based non-toxic inks. Minimum age of 17. $79
LART4082A 3/19 – 3/28 5 PM – 7PM M W D207 CONNIE STEPHENS-EATON
ALCOHOL INK PAINTING ADVANCED
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Come join the fun as we explore the basics of alcohol ink painting. In this class one will experience the basic technique and application of painting with alcohol-based non-toxic inks. Minimum age of 17.
This class is a continuation of Alcohol Ink Painting, Beginning. $79
LART4083A 4/9 – 4/18 5PM – 7PM M W D207 CONNIE STEPHENS-EATON
MUSICGUITAR | BEGINNING
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This course is an introduction to guitar playing. Students will learn about the different types of guitar styles, basic open chord, first position notes, bar chords, reading TAB notation, and chord symbols. Students will need to provide a guitar; an acoustic (non-electric) guitar is preferred. Students must supply a small amplifier if an electric guitar will be used. Textbook and/or supplies required. Minimum age of 15. $119
LMUS4920A 1/16 – 4/3 7PM – 9PM TU D206 TONY REYES
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LEARN CUTTING-EDGE TECHNIQUES
JOin US!TO HELP YOU LAND MORE CRAPPIE IN 2018
7:30PM – 9:30PM MARGARITAVILLE RESORT CASINO | THEATRE
777 MARGARITAVILLE WAY • BOSSIER CITY, LA 71111
BPCC CONTINUING ED • 318.678.6015
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$894-week courseTHURSDAY, JANUARY 25 THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 1 THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 8 THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 15
An accelerated course in crappie fishing strategy, this course covers the cutting-edge techniques that will help you land more crappie in 2018.
This year’s lineup of instructional staff will include:
Ken Meyers | LA Louisiana crappie expert and tournament angler
Brad Chappell | MS best angler in the country for the technique called long lining
Todd Huckabee longtime crappie jigging specialist and full-time crappie guide
Barry Stokes | TX host of FOX Sports Outdoors TV show
ABOUT
Scan the QR code to register todayOR VISIT XENEGRADE’S WEBSITE: BPCC.EDU/CONTINUINGEDUCATION/CRAPPIEUNIVERSITY
Here’s your chance to learn from the best! Enroll today in Crappie University!
The enrollment fee for the entire four-week course is $89. Margaritaville Resort Casino has a group block for one, two or three night stays at $89 per night, to include the breakfast buffet each
morning. Guests can choose from 1 king bed (2 World Tour Breakfast buffets) or 2 queen beds (4 World Tour Breakfast buffets). Each
week has a different reservation code. See course information to obtain code for each week.
Enroll and reserve your seat today!R E S O R T • C A S I N O
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GENERAL HEALTH + FITNESS
BASIC FLORAL DESIGN age new age
This class is suitable for the basic hobbyist or those who want to become a Licensed Florist. You will be provided with everything you need to know to create magnificent floral arrangements with ease. Make several versions of bridal, corsage, funeral, holiday and party pieces. Take home beautiful arrangements after every class. Students will bring $125 the first day of class for supply tool kit and first two classes of flowers. Afterwards students will be responsible for their own flowers and additional supplies if needed. This course will prepare you for the state floral exam. Minimum age of 16. (Estimated cost of flowers $300-$350) $299
PGEN1009A 2/6 – 3/29 5:30PM – 8:30PM TU TH D207 LORI BIAS-CLARK
ADVANCED FLORAL ARRANGEMENT
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Take your basic floral skills to the next level by learning to use exotic flowers in upscale designs. Get in on special short cuts and tricks of the trade. A prerequisite of Basic Floral Design is required. Minimum age of 16. (Estimated cost of flowers $300-$350) $299
PGEN1010A 4/10 – 5/17 5:30PM - 8:30PM TU TH D207 LORI BIAS-CLARK
HYBRID BLENDED PERSONAL FITNESS TRAINER CERTIFICATION new age new age
LEVEL 1 CPT PASS BOTH WRITTEN EXAM + PRACTICAL SKILLS EXAM
LEVEL 2 CPT OBTAIN A LEVEL 1 CPT + COMPLETE THE 30-HOUR INTERNSHIP
2 Certification Levels for one price (Test Vouchers included)
Live Your Passion as a Certified Personal Trainer! Get all the information needed to start an exciting fitness career and become a Certified Personal Trainer. We have over 5,000 internship employers waiting to hire our graduates. We do what a written test alone cannot do for you to become a successful Certified Personal Trainer. Our unique employer internship walks many of our graduates into better paying jobs! This challenging course is for candidates wanting convenient online information with in-depth instruction and hands-on practical video labs. Your key bonus option is to experience + master the essential career hands on skills at a local fitness center near you as part of this collegiate program. This is a special feature that only W.I.T.S. offers. Unique variety of options to guide your success in the W.I.T.S. online hybrid/blended program: Mentored, online SELF-PACED lessons for optimal learning. Included in all packages. Online interactive video lectures, practical video labs, discussion boards, quizzes. Bonus to attend an instructor led LIVE practical skills lab review at a fitness center near your college site. Exam vouchers included to earn Level 1 Certified Personal Trainer. BONUS: Get a Level 2 Certified Personal Trainer by completing an employer mentored 30-hour internship at over 5,000 health clubs. Digital badge of distinction to verify your credential through social media markets. 200-page student workbook, Power Points + other study tools included. Student study guide with sample quiz questions included. Fitness Professional's Handbook, 7th Edition with Web Resource (ISBN-13:9781492523376) or the e-book version (ISBN-13: 9781492535935) is available for purchase online at www.witseducation.com or by calling W.I.T.S at 1.888.330.9487. This textbook is required and not included in the course fee. Minimum age of 18. $699
PGEN1574A 2/10 – 3/24 10AM – 1PM SA ONLINE W.I.T.S. INSTRUCTOR
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INSURANCE OTHERLIFE AND HEALTH INSURANCE PRE-LICENSE
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This course is designed to prepare individuals for the Life + Health exam and to provide a good education for a career in insurance. Topics include sales, basic terminology, concepts, the fundamentals of insurance law, and agent’s responsibility. Course cost includes the textbook. Minimum age of 18. $279
PGEN1569A 2/16 – 2/24 8AM – 6PM F SA D226 ARDIE CESARIO
PGEN1569B 4/13 – 4/21 8AM – 6PM F SA D226 ARDIE CESARIO
PROPERTY + CASUALTY INSURANCE PRE-LICENSE
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This course is designed to prepare individuals for the Property + Casualty exam and to provide a good education for a career in insurance. Topics include sales, basic terminology, concepts, the fundamentals of insurance law, and agent’s responsibility. Course cost includes the textbook. Minimum age of 18. $279
PGEN1568A 1/12 – 1/20 8AM – 6PM F SA D226 ARDIE CESARIO
PGEN1568B 3/2 – 3/10 8AM – 6PM F SA D226 ARDIE CESARIO
PGEN1568C 5/11 – 5/19 8AM – 6PM F SA D226 ARDIE CESARIO
ENGLISH LANGUAGE SERVICESEnglish Language Services classes are available, free of charge, to area residents needing instructional support for the English Language, both written and oral. For more information, please contact Mark Hux at 318.678.6104 or email [email protected]
ONLINE SPANISH COURSES AVAILABLE! Visit bpcc.edu/continuingeducation
VOICE-OVERS... NOW IS YOUR TIME!
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In what could be one of the most enlightening 2 hours you’ve ever spent, this LIVE webinar will show you how YOU could actually begin using your speaking voice for commercials, films, and videos! Most people go about it the wrong way. In this webinar, you will learn about a unique, outside-of-the-box way to cash in on one of the most lucrative full- or part-time careers out there! This is a business that you can handle on your own terms, on your own turf, in your own time, and with practically no overhead! And NOW is the best time to make this happen as new companies are looking for new voices like never before. This exciting and fun LIVE webinar, compete with Live Q+A with the instructor, could be the game changer you’ve been looking for! All you need is a computer and a phone to attend. Minimum age of 16. $25
PGEN1567A 3/20 8PM – 10PM TU ONLINE LISA LEVINE • SUCH A VOICE
PGEN1567B 4/12 7PM – 9PM TH ONLINE LISA LEVINE • SUCH A VOICE
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registerPAYMENT Full payment of the course fee is expected at the time of registration. Acceptable methods of payment are cash, checks, and the following credit cards: MasterCard, Visa, Discover, and American Express. Service charge on check returned NSF is $25.
CANCELLATION POLICY Courses with insufficient enrollment are subject to cancellation. Notification of changes and cancellations will be made by email or telephone before the first class meeting. Therefore, it is critical for us to obtain a daytime phone number where you can be reached or where a message can be left for you or a current e-mail address.
REFUND POLICY Ninety percent (90%) refund is granted if a request is made three business days prior to the start of a class. Refunds cannot be made after the class begins. Full refund is granted when the Continuing Education Division cancels classes. Please allow at least four weeks for a refund check to arrive.
NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT Bossier Parish Community College (BPCC) does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, age, religion, qualified disability, marital status, veteran’s status, or sexual orientation in admission to its programs, services, or activities, in access to them, in treatment of individuals, or in any aspect of their operations. BPCC does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices.
DISCLAIMER Bossier Parish Community College (BPCC) is committed to protecting the privacy rights of students; even so, students must be cognizant of the limits to privacy protection inherent in the design of interest communication technology. BPCC is a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System (LCTCS).
DISABILITY SERVICES 318.678.6539
CAREER SERVICES KATHY BUSCH Building F 318.678.6084
EQUITY/COMPLIANCE COORDINATOR TERI BASHARA, DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES Human Resources Office, Building A 318.678.6040
8AM – 4:30PM • M – F Closed Holidays and Weekends
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