nity Enrichme u m m nt o C Classes for Absolutely Everyone! Food & Nutrition • Fitness & Recreation • Bookkeeping Fine Arts • Writing • Creative Outlets • Music & Dance Photography • World Language • Home & Garden Plus More! Bookkeeping Certificate Program Bookkeeping I Bookkeeping II Bookkeeping III If you enjoy working with numbers and seeing figures add up properly, take the first step in becoming a qualified accountant by earning a Bookkeeper Certification!In this class, you’ll apply accounting principles, theory, and practice to recording, summarizing and managing the finances of a simulated business. To prepare for life on the job, you’ll learn essential terminology, functions and procedures involved in the accounting cycle, including: • Debit/credit principles and double entry accounting • Assets, liabilities, equities and the balance sheet • Revenues, expenses and the income statement • Opening, closing and adjusting entries Take your accounting knowledge to the next level – learn how to operate as a bookkeeper within merchandising companies. Sharpen up on procedures specific to the recording of sales and purchases, payroll and reporting, and accounting for cash. Understand the ins and outs of merchandising businesses, as you focus on the following topics: • Sales and Purchases journals • Sales and Purchase discounts, returns, allowances • Wages and salaries, payroll taxes, journal transactions and reporting • Internal Controls for cash and bank reconciliations • A/R and A/P subsidiary ledgers • Cost of merchandise sold • Cash journals Completion of this third course will prepare you for your Bookkeeping Career! Become an integral part of making a business run smoothly by putting your skills to the test. You will create a company’s books including a general ledger, accounts receivable ledger, accounts payable ledger and management reports.You will be making all entries and postings to those accounts for one entire accounting cycle. Course work and in-class exercises will focus on: • Depreciation methods • Methods for calculation of uncollectible accounts • LIFO, FIFO and weighted average inventory methods • Understanding year end accruals • Completion of final project Daytime Program 5 Tuesdays, 9:00am – 1:00pm February 10 – March 10 Cost: $250 #4001-3 Daytime Program 5 Tuesdays, 9:00am – 1:00pm March 17 – April 21 (no class April 7) Cost: $250 #4003-3 Daytime Program 5 Tuesdays, 9:00am – 1:00pm April 28 – May 26 Cost: $250 #4005-3 Evening Program 5 Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6:00 – 8:00pm February 10 – March 12 Cost: $250 #4001-4 e Sav ! 0 $10 Evening Program 5 Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6:00 – 8:00pm March 17 – April 23 (no class April 7 and 9) Cost: $250 #4003-4 Evening Program 5 Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6:00 – 8:00pm April 28 – May 28 Cost: $250 #4005-4 Enroll for all three levels by February 9 for $650! Daytime Program Tuesdays, 9:00am – 1:00pm #4007-3: February 10 – May 26 Evening Program Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6:00 – 8:00pm #4007-4: February 10 – May 28 Certificate Program: All three courses must be completed in order to receive a Bookkeeping Program Certificate. Students will be exposed to the use of QuickBooks as it applies to the Bookkeeping lessons. All classes meet in Room 7 at Conejo Valley Adult School The textbook ($135) is available for purchase in the CVAE Main Office. Daytime Instructor: Kathryn Walters holds a BS in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting. She is the founder of Walters Accountancy Corporation and is retained by clients in a wide variety of industry segments. Kathryn often works as a roving Controller/CFO and is a QuickBooks consultant. Evening Instructor: Diane Folsom holds a BS degree in Accounting. She is a QuickBooks instructor and owner of a small business providing Bookkeeping and QuickBooks Consulting. NO REFUNDS Unless Class Cancelled by Conejo Valley Adult School 1 Business Communications & Finance Business Communications & Finance The New Moonlighting Whether you are retired, laid-off, re-entering the workforce, or starting out, the Internet has changed how people find work and earn income. Instead of hiring employees, many people and organizations now look to freelancers and contractors. From mystery shopping to legal advice, the Internet is changing the way you can find work and earn money. Learn about more than 50 websites and smartphone apps that offer these opportunities. Instructor: Bob Cohen, owner of bobology, is a recognized expert in the field of technology. Tuesday, February 17, 2:00 – 5:00pm Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 7 Cost: $45 plus $30 material fee for workbook #4011-2 Secrets of Internet Marketing Promote your business on the Web with search, social and mobile marketing. Learn about Google AdWords, search engine optimization (SEO), landing page, social networking tools like Facebook, Twitter and blogging, email newsletters, feedback sites and free local listings. These tricks and techniques will allow you to quickly generate additional business. Instructor: Bob Cohen (for bio, see previous listing). Tuesday, February 17, 6:00 – 9:00pm Conejo Valley Adult School, Room C Cost: $45 plus $30 material fee for workbook with CD #4662-1 iPad for Beginners Are you brand new to using Apple’s iPad? Want to get an in-depth overview of your iPad’s most important features and benefits? Learn how to check your email, browse the web, setup iCloud, and download the latest Apps from Apple’s famous App Store. Your iPad will become your new favorite toy to do just about everything! Come learn how to use your iPad in this welcoming, fun, and friendly environment. Bring your iPad. Instructor: Tracie Karasik is the President of TLKmultimedia, a creative multimedia company specializing in Apple Product Training and consulting. Check out her website at www.TLKmultimedia.com 2 Thursdays, 3:00 - 5:00pm March 12 and 19 Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 7 Cost: $55 #4653-3 Seniors: $30 #4653-4 Plus $2 material fee to instructor iPad: Beyond the Basics Already know how to use your iPad? Want to get a deeper understanding of some of its most powerful Apps? Learn how to edit, organize, and enhance photos in your iPad’s iPhoto App, create great-looking documents, flyers, and invitations in the Pages App, quickly and easily turn your videos into beautiful HD movies and Hollywood-style trailers in the iMovie App, and so much more. Bring your iPad. Instructor: Tracie Karasik (for bio, see previous listing). 2 Thursdays, 3:00 - 5:00pm March 26 and April 2 Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 7 Cost: $55 #4654-3 Seniors: $30 #4654-4 Plus $2 material fee to instructor Savvy Social Security Planning Ever hear that social security is “going broke”? Decisions made now can have a tremendous impact on the total amount of benefits received over a lifetime. Learn the nuts and bolts of social security and strategies to maximize your benefits. Instructor: Hoby Pearce is a Certified Financial Planner serving Ventura County for the past 14 years. Wednesday, March 18, 6:30 – 9:00pm Alliance Advisory Conference Room 3390 Auto Mall Drive Westlake Village 91362 Cost: $40 plus $5 material fee to instructor #4180-1 Savvy IRA Planning for Baby Boomers Confused about all the rules with Retirement Accounts (IRA, 72T, 401k, RMD, 10% Penalty, Stretch IRA, etc….)? Learn the IRA complexities and how to safely navigate your retirement around the tax booby traps embedded in every retirement account. Instructor: Hoby Pearce (for bio, see previous listing). Wednesday, March 25, 6:30 – 9:00pm #4181-1 or Wednesday, April 1, 6:30 – 9:00pm #4181-2 Alliance Advisory Conference Room 3390 Auto Mall Drive Westlake Village 91362 Cost per session: $40 plus $5 material fee to instructor Social Media for Business This 6-week course will have you using social media’s best business tools with total confidence. Beyond the basics of what, why and how to use social media to promote your business. We’ll be learning about creating, or updating your current Facebook business page with hands-on lab time to work on your project with the instructor’s help. Instructor: RosaLinda Diaz manages social media platforms for local businesses and personalities, and has been plugging people into the social web for years. Visit her website: www.thesocialnetworkingdiva.com. 6 Mondays, 7:00 – 9:00pm February 23 – March 30 Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 10 Cost: $85 plus $10 material fee to instructor #4680-3 2 Community Enrichment Savvy Cybersecurity Data breaches, computer hacks, phishing, and more. Identity theft is one of the fastest growing crimes. Learn the top 10 tactics used by fraudsters and the ways you can start to protect yourself, your family, and your business today. Instructor: Hoby Pearce (for bio, see previous listing). Wednesday, April 15, 6:00 – 8:00pm Alliance Advisory Conference Room 3390 Auto Mall Drive Westlake Village 91362 Cost: $35 plus $5 material fee to instructor #4183-1 NO REFUNDS Unless Class Cancelled by Conejo Valley Adult School Community Enrichment NOTARY IN ONE DAY Friday, February 20 Conejo Valley Adult School, Auditorium Seminar plus official Notary Exam Start your own business, become a more valuable employee, provide customer service and earn additional income. This intensive one-day seminar is designed to equip you with everything you need to become an effective Notary and includes new 2015 legislation. Renewing Notaries (3 hours of training required) Seminar plus official Notary exam Reviews all laws and regulations you are required to know to continue as a Notary. You must take the exam and be fingerprinted again. Your commission must be current to be eligible for the 3 hour course. New and Renewing Notaries bring the following: 1) A $40 check made payable to “Secretary of State” for the test fee. 2) Proper ID – current driver’s license with photo or state issued ID card (CA only). 3) Two #2 pencils. 4) 2 X 2 passport color photo. Live Scan Fingerprints required after you pass the exam. Serious conviction may disqualify applicant. PLEASE NOTE: Arrive early. Due to State regulations, no one will be admitted to the classroom after 8:30am or 1:00pm. You must be on time when returning to the classroom from a break. First Time Notaries Renewing Notaries 8:00am – 4:00pm 12:30 – 4:00pm Seminar: $99 Seminar: $50 Material Fee: $30 Material Fee: $30 (payable to instructor) (payable to instructor) 4:00 – 6:00pm 4:00 – 6:00pm Registration & Test Registration & Test Test Fee: $40 Test Fee: $40 #4093-3 #4093-4 Presented by Notary Public Seminars, Inc., a leading public course provider in California for 15 years. Business Communications & Finance Loan Signing Agent Friday, March 13 9:00am – 4:00pm Conejo Valley Adult School, Auditorium Prerequisite: No need to be a commissioned Notary or have received the results of your exam. You must have taken a Notary Workshop. Now that you are a Notary, how do you build and maintain your signing business? You will learn the skills and obtain the necessary tools to become a Certified Loan Signing Agent. This workshop features how to properly notarize loan packages. We will discuss how to negotiate your fee, how to get called back and how to brand yourself as a professional in your market. Program Fee: $99 Material fee: $60 payable to instructor Presented by Notary Public Seminars, Inc., a leading public course provider in California for 15 years. #4640-3 Real Estate Secrets This is a three-hour fact filled class where you can learn real estate secrets about foreclosures, flips, short sales, financing, second homes, investment homes, selfdirected IRA purchases, as well as the insand-outs of how to buy a home in today’s market. Instructor: Michael Anderson CFP, MBA is on faculty at Ventura College, and Zak Lovenson is a home lending specialist. Wednesday, February 18, 6:00 – 9:00pm Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 7 Cost: $45 plus $2 material fee to instructor #4644-1 New Reverse Mortgages Reverse mortgages can be more than an instrument to pay off mortgages and other debt without monthly payments. This seminar will discuss the benefits of delaying Social Security and the possibility of having a substantial line of credit available. Other topics include dispelling the biggest myths about reverse mortgages and the latest program changes. Case studies will be presented. Instructor: Ray Laser has over 7 years experience with reverse mortgages and is the specialist at First Rate Financial Group – a direct lender. NMLS #239915 CA BRE #00908078 Broker #252833 CA BRE 01480939. Wednesday, February 11, 9:30 – 11:00am #4639-1 OR Wednesday, February 11, 6:00 – 7:30pm #4639-2 Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 3 Cost per session: $35 Wills & Living Trusts Protect yourself and your family from the horrors of probate and from paying sky-high estate taxes. This seminar will explain the use and interaction of essential estate planning documents, such as a personal will and revocable living trust and a durable power of attorney. Other topics to be covered include community property laws, taking title to real estate, and conservatorship. Instructor: R.M. Frost is an area attorney specializing in estate planning. Wednesday, February 11, 6:00 - 8:30pm Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 7 #4019-3 Or Monday, February 23, 9:30am – 12:00pm Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 7 #4019-4 Cost per session: $40 plus a $5 material fee to instructor Become a Community Enrichment Instructor Do you have a hobby, talent or knowledge of a foreign language that you would love to share with others? Come to this informative seminar and learn how classes are developed. No teaching credential is required although experience is a plus. Ideas will be evaluated and class proposal forms provided. Instructor: Christina Alwood is the Coordinator of the Community Enrichment Program. Saturday, February 21, 9:30 – 11:00am Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 7 Cost: FREE (Pre-registration required) #4010-2 NO REFUNDS Unless Class Cancelled by Conejo Valley Adult School 3 Creative Outlets Creative Outlets New Introduction to Backgammon Learn to play one of the oldest and most exciting games in the world in this fun course intended for players with little or no previous experience. Because of the combination of luck and skill involved this game is fun all levels. In 6-weeks we will cover everything one needs to know to play at an intermediate level through hands on learning and a focus on strategy. Bring your favorite board, or use the instructor’s. Instructor: Chris Maltese has been an avid backgammon player for years, and has played in various local club tournaments. 6 Mondays, 12:30 – 2:30pm February 23 – March 30 Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 7 Cost: $95 #4845-3 Seniors: $65 #4845-4 Plus $10 material fee to instructor New Beginning Poker: No Limit Hold Em Learn the rules, lingo and strategy of Texas Hold Em. Learn how to run your own home tournament with friends or play at casino poker rooms. Each class will start with a lesson, then break into a mini-poker game so you can practice your new skills. Instructor: Kate Henderson has been playing poker around the family dining room table since she was a kid. Now a mom, she has won tens of thousands of dollars playing in home games, online, and in Las Vegas. 4 Wednesdays, 6:00 – 7:30pm Dates: April 15 – May 6 Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 3 Cost: $65 plus $10 material fee to instructor #4843-1 Get to Know Your Camera Make friends with your camera and its lenses to take better pictures! Let’s face it, digital SLR cameras can be intimidating. There are so many buttons and dials, and that manual is a novella! Learn the basics about shutter speed, aperture and ISO and how they work magic in your camera to produce images. Easy techniques to photograph flowers, landscape and outdoor portraits will be presented. Bring your DSLR camera (one with interchangeable lenses), camera manual, and any lenses you may have. 4 Community Enrichment Instructor: Berkeley Gray is a Freelance Photography. She has a BFA in Fine Arts and has majored in Paint, Photography and Print. 4 Mondays, 9:00am - 12:00pm March 2 – March 23 Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 7 Cost: $95 # 4125-3 Seniors: $55 #4125-4 Plus $5 material fee to instructor New iPhone Photography Yes, your iPhone pictures are good but great ones are possible! More pixels do not guarantee an outstanding photograph, but this class will…by exploring photography basics of composition, lighting and editing right on your device. iPhone photography is becoming an art form and this class will put you ahead of the curve. Bring your iPhone to class each week. Instructor: Sherri Burke studied photography at Moorpark College. She is an artist who has been photographing nature, children and adults for over 20 years. 2 Saturdays, 9:30 – 11:30am March 7 and 14 Conejo Valley Adult School, Room C Cost: $55 #4814-2 Seniors: $35 #4814-3 OR 2 Thursdays, 10:00am – 12:00pm February 19 and 26 Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 3 Cost: $55 #4814-4 Seniors: $35 #4814-5 New Digital Photography Basics Plus This introductory workshop will give you the essential skills needed to get started with digital photography. Students will learn about camera controls, shooting modes, file formats, resolution, memory cards, flash, white balance and downloading images to your computer. Additionally, this course covers digital darkroom topics such as: email or website file preparation, adjusting image brightness, contrast and color, using layers for text and effects, optimizing portraits and montage – scrapbook type projects. Bring your digital camera and the instruction manual. Instructor: Tom Ferguson is both a commercial and fine art photographer. He has appeared in over 100 exhibitions nationwide. 6 Wednesdays, 1:00 – 4:00pm February 11 – March 18 Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 10 Cost: $125 per session plus $5 material fee to instructor #4115-2 Digital Photography Intro This workshop will give you the essential skills needed to get started with digital photography. Students will learn about camera controls, shooting modes, file formats, resolution, memory cards, electronic flash, white balance and downloading images to your computer. Additionally, course covers composition, simple enhancement, preparation for email or website, printers and selecting digital imageediting software. Bring your digital camera and the instruction manual to class. Instructor: Tom Ferguson (for bio, see previous listing). 4 Wednesdays, 6:00 – 9:00pm March 11 – April 1 Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 10 Cost: $95 per session plus $5 material fee to instructor #4119-2 Intermediate Digital Photography This class is for those who have attended Digital Photography Introduction or for those familiar with the camera. This class will place more emphasis on the creative process. Topics will cover visualizing, composing, and designing better photographs. Students will learn to control and see light, both existing and flash. Students should bring their digital camera to class. Instructor: Tom Ferguson (for bio, see previous listing). 4 Wednesdays, 6:00 – 9:00pm February 11 – March 4 Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 10 Cost: $95 per session plus $5 material fee to instructor #4120-1 General Woodworking A hands-on class for all ability levels using a variety of hand and power tools. Beginning and Advanced students will have the opportunity for one-on-one instruction. The class can include fine furniture making and finishing. An in-class safety test and competency project will be required before students begin to work on their own projects. Instructor: Daniel Bell teaches in the local district and is a member of the Conejo Valley Woodworkers Association. He’s the owner of Daniel Bell Construction. 8 Tuesdays, 6:00 – 9:00pm February 10 – March 31 Thousand Oaks High School, Room A2 2323 N. Moorpark Road Thousand Oaks 91362 Cost: $165 plus $50 material fee to instructor #4246-3 NO REFUNDS Unless Class Cancelled by Conejo Valley Adult School Community Enrichment New Weaving Learn to make looms in various shapes and sizes and weave in different ways with different materials such as fabric, yard, string and glass beads. Students will build their own looms from everyday materials such as hula hoops, pvc pipes, cardboard and embroidery hoops. At the end of the course students will end up with a variety of weaved pieces ready to be displayed. Instructor: Helle Rasmussen is practiced in the arts of mosaic, sculpture, weaving, and mural painting and has instructed in a variety of teaching settings. 4 Tuesdays, 9:30am – 12:30pm February 17 – March 10 Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 3 Cost: $95 plus $40 material fee to instructor #4300-1 Mosaic Series Make decorative garden and patio ornaments with mosaic. Work on river rocks, pavers, bricks and create cement garden mushrooms that will be decorated with glass and ceramic mosaics. Students will learn how to break glass, tile and ceramics safely to make appropriate sizes for their artwork, and are welcome to bring their own materials such as chipped china, glass beads, old ceramics and tiles to add a personal touch. Instructor: Helle Rasmussen (for bio, see previous listing). 6 Tuesdays, 9:30am – 12:30pm March 17 – April 28 (no class April 7) Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 3 Cost: $125 plus $40 material fee to instructor #4310-3 Experimental and Collage Art Beginning Italic Come explore the broad edged pen and learn to create beautiful Italic letterforms. This course will introduce the beginner to this classic style of calligraphy with step by step instruction. You’ll use Italic for a variety of creative projects for weddings, greeting cards, envelopes and pieces of art. You will learn to decorate the letters with gold, watercolors and other media used in the craft. Please contact [email protected] for first class supply list. Instructor: Shirley LaPorte owns her own calligraphy and invitation business. She has appeared on the DIY network craft show and has had art projects and articles published in national and international magazines. 8 Thursdays, 9:00 – 11:00am March 5 - April 30 (no class April 9) Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 3 Cost: $105 plus $10 material fee to instructor #4391-3 Beginning Copperplate Learn the beautiful art of Copperplate script. This hand is perfect for invitations,envelopes, place cards, menus and so much more. This 8-week course will introduce you to the basics of this elegant hand and its many applications. We will explore inks and ink alternatives, and other fun and beautiful techniques. Please contact [email protected] for first class supply list. Instructor: Shirley LaPorte (for bio, see previous listing). 8 Thursdays, 12:30 – 2:30pm March 5 - April 30 (no class April 9) Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 3 Cost: $105 plus $10 material fee to instructor #4383-2 Funtangle Inspiring new techniques will help you discover the artist within you. This is a fun class for beginners and advanced artists alike. Explore mixed media on watercolor paperor canvas with inks, acrylics, gesso and more. We will also use a wide variety of materials such as rice paper, foils, beads, yarn and many more. Materials furnished for the first class with supply list provided for following projects. The class is based on the Zentangle art form. Its many benefits range from stress reduction to problem solving!!! Funtangle is easy to learn and comprised of repetitive structured patterns that create beautiful images. This class will work with pencil, ink, watercolor, glitter and more to make designs for greeting cards and for framing. Basic materials provided. Instructor: Dorothea Heger is an award winning artist whose work has been presented in numerous museums and exhibitions, and published in magazines. See www.dorotheaart.com for more information. 5 Wednesdays, 3:00 – 5:30pm February 18 – March 18 Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 3 Cost: $95 #4312-4 Instructor: Joan Hawks earned a BA in Art from UCLA. With the Society for Calligraphy, she has specialized in both commercial and fine art, and has had articles published in national and international magazines. 6 Fridays, 9:30 – 11:30am February 20 – March 27 Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 3 Cost: $95 plus $5 material fee to instructor #4395-2 Creative Outlets Fun with Ceramics The art of ceramics will be explored in this fun hands-on class. Projects will include creating a platter, a vase, and a detail piece decorated with mosaic painting, vinegar painting and black magic techniques. All supplies will be provided. Instructors: Susan Clarke is an award winning teacher who works in pottery and sculpture, and owned her own ceramics business. Debbie Selznick is a talented artist with 20 years of experience in ceramics. 6 Mondays, 9:30am - 12:30pm March 23 – May 11 (no class April 6) Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 3 Cost: $115 plus $30 material fee to instructor #4311-2 New Creative Art Journaling Through stimulating creative writing, drawing and mixed media art exercises we will begin the process of journaling. Find your unique voice, get inspired, learn a multitude of techniques with various media including collage, image transfer, stenciling and creating texture. You will be able to take what you learn home with you and continue the process. Please bring journal/drawing pad with blank pages to first class. Instructor: Elisabeth Arena is an experienced instructor who has an MFA from Radford University and a BFA from Tufts University. 5 Tuesdays, 1:00 - 2:30pm March 3 – 31 Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 3 Cost: $70 #4149-1 Seniors: $45 #4149-2 Plus $10 material fee to instructor Art Appreciation This course examines art history from the artists’ perspective. We will delve into hidden symbolism and imagery discovered in the Sistine Chapel, and the intimate life of Leonardo Da Vinci and his pupils. We will explore the California Regional painters and their influence during post WW1 era and the Great Depression. Other fascinating topics include Women in the Arts from Baroque to Rococo, artists copying artists, artists copying from photos and devices used in Contemporary Art. Instructor: Peter Kraus is an established graphic designer, author, educator and artist with over 35 years of experience. 8 Tuesdays, 4:00 – 5:30pm March 3 – April 28 (no class April 7) Conejo Valley Adult School, Room C Cost: $95 #4234-4 NO REFUNDS Unless Class Cancelled by Conejo Valley Adult School 5 Fine Arts Community Enrichment New Fine Arts Intro to Oils This beginning painting class will teach you the basics of oil painting, along with the theories of color and composition. With basic oil painting techniques beautiful projects can be created quickly. Instructor: Rosina Paluzzi is an award winning artist who attended art school in both the US and Italy. Rosina brings a creative energy to her work, and her oil paintings have appeared in many galleries. 8 Mondays, 1:00pm – 3:00pm February 23 – April 20 (no class April 6) Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 3 Cost: $105 plus $20 material fee to instructor #4344-1 Watercolor Basics and Beyond Learn 22 techniques including wet in wet, dry brush, using salt, sponging as well as what brushes, paints and paper to use. Best of all, you will have a lot of fun as you learn. Demos in each class with individual attention provided. You will complete a work of art. Instructor: Yoka Yohanna is a world renowned portrait artist “of all living thing”. She has had many exhibits and paints private commissions. View her work at www.yokasgallery.com. 4 Mondays, 9:30am – 12:30pm February 23 – March 16 Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 3 Cost: $95 plus $15 material fee to instructor #4270-2 New Multiple Media Workshop Bring your chalk pastel, watercolor, oil or acrylic works in progress or start a painting this unique workshop where you can consult with the instructor and learn new techniques to enhance your painting. Beginners are welcome. No material fee, no materials are provided so bring your own supplies. Instructor: Tom Winans is a professional painter and artist who was honored as “Artist of the Week” by Yosemite national Park. A credentialed teacher, Tom has taught at numerous schools including Ventura College. 2 Saturdays, 9:00am – 12:00pm March 21 and 28 #4269-1 or April 18 and 25 #4269-2 Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 3 Cost per session: $65 6 Charcoal Drawing Learn how to draw the fun and easy way! There is an artist in each and every one of us! Learn the fundamentals of drawing the human figure and mammals. All levels welcome, no prior experience necessary. Materials will be supplied for the first meeting. Instructor: Jamie Arias is an established Artist, Sculptor and Illustrator. His clients include The Academy Awards, Metro Goldwyn Mayer, HBO, Hanna-Barbera Productions and Walt Disney Studios. 8 Fridays, 12:30pm – 2:30pm February 20 – April 24 (no class April 3 and 10) Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 3 Cost: $105 plus $5 material fee to instructor #4140-1 Anyone Can Draw Drawing is a skill which can be learned, just like reading and writing. Once you learn the basics, you can draw anything. No art knowledge is necessary and students at all levels are encouraged to enroll. Please bring 8½ x 11 unlined paper, pencil and eraser to the first meeting. Additional materials required will be discussed at that time. Instructor: Peter Kraus is an established graphic designer, author, educator and artist with over 35 years of experience. 8 Tuesdays, 6:00 – 7:30pm March 3 – April 28 (no class April 7) Conejo Valley Adult School, Room C Cost: $95 plus optional $15 book fee to instructor #4154-3 Oil/Acrylic Workshop Join master artist Barbara Shannon for an opportunity to paint in her workshop setting. Instruction is provided for new students,and returning students get the benefit of consultation with the instructor for their works in progress. Instructor: Barbara Shannon is a long-time art educator, an award winning artist and author of the multimedia textbook, Exploring Art Media. 10 Tuesdays, February 24 – May 5 (no class April 7) 3:00 – 5:00pm #4860-5 Seniors: #860-5 or 6:30 – 8:30pm #4860-6 Seniors: #860-6 Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 3 Cost per session: $95 Seniors: $75 Plus $10 material fee to instructor Drawing with Pastels Pastels are a colorful medium favored by many Impressionist artists, such as Monet and Degas. This class is designed to explore techniques of charcoal and pastel, sometimes in combination together. Come use this imaginative resource cultivated through the experience of drawing as painting! All basic materials are provided and all levels are welcome. Instructor: Dr. Jerry Ferguson has a Master’s degree from Southern California Institute of Architecture and loves teaching art energy and expression. 10 Wednesdays, 12:30 – 2:30pm February 18 – April 29 (no class April 8) Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 3 Cost: $125 plus $30 material fee to instructor #4275-1 Beginning Drawing Become familiar with the essential tools and techniques needed to create balanced and interesting drawings. Course will include various methods of shading and rendering texture, proportions and perspective. Each student is given individual attention and instruction as we work in class. Materials are furnished for the first class; a supply list will provided at that time. Instructor: Elisabeth Arena is an experienced instructor who has an MFA from Radford University and a BFA from Tufts University. 8 Mondays, 3:30 – 5:30pm March 2 – April 27 (no class April 6) Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 3 Cost: $105 #4186-1 New Detail Painting: Animals and Wildlife In this course students will explore anatomy and form of domestic animals and wildlife, learning how to re-create textures such as fur and feathers artistically. While all mediums are welcome, it should be noted that this is not a beginners course. Students should have an understanding of basic painting techniques and bring their own supplies. Instructor: Stella Violano is a published artist whose artwork is licensed and sold on greeting cards, garden flags and puzzles. Her work painting animals and wildlife is award winning. 4 Wednesdays, March 11 – April 1 9:00am – 12:00pm Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 3 Cost: $95 #4145-1 NO REFUNDS Unless Class Cancelled by Conejo Valley Adult School Community Enrichment Fitness and Recreation Introduction to Fly Fishing Go from class room instruction to hands on experience in three weeks! The first session will include instruction on gear, knots, fly selection and fishing location. The second session covers rigging your gear, casting techniques and learning to cast a fly. The final session will find you casting at Lake Casitas and nymph and dry fly fishing at a local stream. Instructors: Randy Weir and Earl Arnold have over 50 years of fly fishing experience and enjoy teaching others. Both instructors are members of Sespe Flyfishers, and Randy has been guiding on the streams of Ventura County since 1994. (www.tightlinesguide.com). Saturday, March 21, 9:00am – 4:00pm (no gear needed for first session) Saturday, March 28, 9:00am – 12:00pm The above dates meet at CVAS, Room 7 Saturday, April 4, 8:00am - 4:00pm Lake Casitas and local stream Cost: $175 plus $10 material fee to instructor #4162-1 Hiking for Fitness Offering two levels of hiking class in our local foothills. Meet at Conejo Valley Adult School’s parking lot for the first class, then the classes will meet at designated trailheads with the hikes increasing in challenge each week. Wear sturdy trail- rated shoes and comfortable clothing in several light layers. A hat, water, snack and sunscreen are recommended. Instructor: Karl Fernandez, certified ACSM Personal trainer, studied Human Kinetics in British Columbia. Karl enjoys hiking and camping and loves sharing his passion for fitness and an active lifestyle with others. Session 1 – Beginning (no previous hiking experience necessary but capable of hiking 2 miles on trails with gentle slopes). 6 Wednesdays, 5:15 – 6:30pm April 15 – May 20 Cost: $65 #4400-3 Session 2 – Intermediate (capable of hiking 3-4 miles on trails of moderate level difficulty). 6 Saturdays, 7:30 – 9:30am April 18 – May 30 (no class May 23) Cost: $95 #4400-4 Fitness & Recreation Zumba® Zumba® is a fusion of Latin/International dance themes combined with fitness moves which provide an exhilarating and effective exercise class. Zumba means to “move fast and have fun” so you don’t need to be a dancer or do it “right”. There is zero intimidation and you can burn up to 1000 calories in an hour! Instructor: Alejandra Mendez is a licensed Zumba® instructor and has taught for 3 years. Her classes are adjusted for beginning, intermediate and advanced levels. 10 Tuesdays, 6:30 – 7:25pm February 17 – April 28 (no class April 7) Boys and Girls Club 1980 E. Avenida de las Flores Thousand Oaks 91360 Cost: $95 #4937-6 Zumba® Gold Zumba Gold is the low impact “flavor” of Zumba® with the same great music and moves, but with less stress on your joints. It is perfect for all ages and for those just beginning a fitness regimen or who have some physical limitations. Instructor: Del Hererra has numerous fitness certifications and is a certified personal trainer. 10 Thursdays, 6:15 – 7:10pm February 19 – April 30 (no class April 9) Conejo Valley Adult School, Auditorium Cost: $95 #4938-4 New Joy of Movement Bring yourself into greater balance and discover new movements based on Yoga, Pilates and Gyrotonic®. Focus is on your core and pelvic floor. Bring a mat and towel to class. Instructor: Kathleen Demac, R.Y.T. is a Certified Yoga Therapist, Master Pilates Instructor and Gyrotonic® Instructor. She works at YogaWorks and maintains a private practice, Health in Motion in Agoura Hills. Kathy is a member of Yoga Alliance International Association of Yoga Therapists. 10 Tuesdays, 7:30 – 8:25pm February 17 – April 28 (no class April 7) Boys and Girls Club 1980 E. Avenida de las Flores Thousand Oaks 91360 Cost: $95 #4899-1 Core Crazy with Chrissy AKA Booty Camp, this class is a mostly mat based total body workout for all levels of fitness. It incorporates Pilates and resistance with a bit of Yoga. The benefits of this workout are strengthening, toning and shaping, burning fat, boosting energy, releasing stress and alleviating hip and lower back pain. Bring a mat, towel and free weights up to 5lbs. Instructor: Chrissy Lomax has been in the health and fitness industry for over 15 years and is certified in both personal fitness training and Pilates. She is a marathon coach and weight loss coach and has been a leader and Ambassador for Weight Watchers. 10 Wednesdays, 6:30 – 7:25pm February 25 – May 6 (no class April 8) Conejo Valley Adult School, Auditorium Cost: $95 #4922-5 New Creative Pilates This class is a seamless workout infused with fun in a supportive and friendly environment. You can expect to experience more energy, improve circulation, lose inches, have better balance and coordination skills plus improve your posture! Come join us and strengthen, lengthen, align and tone your body with creative and traditional Pilates exercises and non-impact moves for weight loss. This class is comprised of standing and floor exercises. Bring mat and towel. Instructor: Gail Arias is a credentialed fitness expert who teaches Pilates, group fitness and dance classes. She is a two time Gold Standard Award recipient for Excellent Instruction and Service. 10 Thursdays, 6:30 – 7:25pm February 19 – April 30 (no class April 9) Boys and Girls Club 1980 E. Avenida de las Flores Thousand Oaks 91360 Cost: $95 #4970-5 Functional Fitness This class focuses on the body as a unit. It entails a workout designed to increase strength, decrease body fat, and increase flexibility. Getting through daily activities will be easier due to more energy. Bringing dumbbells for bicep curls, resistance bands for leg stretches and a mat to lie on will increase the class experience. Wear athletic shoes. Instructor: Anthony Parisi, BS in Kinesiology, has worked at physical therapy clinics for 5 years and has been a personal trainer and athletic trainer for 3 years. He is the CEO of Parisi Fitness and Rehabilitation where he combines his experience and knowledge into one dynamic program 6 Mondays, 5:30 – 6:25pm February 23 – March 30 Conejo Valley Adult School, Auditorium Cost: $65 #4933-3 Seniors: $40 #4933-4 NO REFUNDS Unless Class Cancelled by Conejo Valley Adult School 7 Fitness and Recreation Beginning Yoga This class introduces yoga in a comfortable and supportive environment. The many benefits of yoga including stress relief, strength, flexibility and improved general health will quickly become evident. Please bring a towel or blanket and a yoga mat to class. Instructor: Janet Winkler is a certified yoga instructor and therapist who studied at Loyola Marymount University. She is also certified with the Arthritis Foundation. 10 Tuesdays, 5:30 – 6:25pm February 17 – April 28 (no class April 7) Conejo Valley Adult School, Auditorium Cost: $95 #4919-5 Yoga for Everyone Come build stability and increase your flexibility in this class designed for all fitness levels. Ideal for people recovering from injuries, beginners, and intermediate Yogis who like a medium paced class. Please bring a yoga mat and a thick towel. Instructor: Diana Karna completed Yoga Teacher Training at California’s Mount Madonna Center. She has been practicing yoga for several years and loves to make Yoga accessible to everyone. 10 Wednesdays, 7:30 – 8:25pm February 18 – April 29 (no class April 8) Conejo Valley Adult School, Auditorium Cost: $95 #4921-2 Restorative Yoga Restore balance to body and mind with slow moving, calming and nurturing poses that can induce physiological changes which allow the body to recover from life’s daily stresses. Props are used to aid complete relaxation and conscious breathing helps to move into deeper levels of relaxation. Please bring a yoga mat, 2 beach towels or yoga blankets and a yoga block. Instructor: Ruth Piper is a registered instructor with Yoga Alliance and has been teaching for the past 9 years. 10 Thursdays, 5:15 – 6:10pm February 19 – April 30 (no class April 9) Conejo Valley Adult School, Auditorium Cost: $95 #4826-5 Therapeutic Yoga Katlen Ebert combines her experience as a PT with her advanced training in therapeutic yoga to teach a calming yet rejuvenating yoga class. Katlen is particularly adept at tailoring poses for students who may have back injuries, knee issues or other physical limitations. Bring a yoga mat and an extra towel or blanket. Instructor: Katlen Ebert is a Physical Therapist from Germany as well as a graduate of the LMU Yoga Therapy program. 9 Fridays, 9:30 – 10:45am February 20 – May 1 (no class April 3 and 10) Horizon Hills, Multi-Purpose Room 33 Greta Street Thousand Oaks 91360 Exception: March 27 class at CVAE Auditorium Cost: $95 #4082-5 Tai Chi Level 1 Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese discipline of meditative movements practiced as a system of exercises. The form of Tai Chi known as 24 form is a natural movement like that of water and wind. It enhances relaxation, grace, balance and strength. The instructor also incorporates Qigong, an ancient Chinese energy practice that cultivates the body’s natural energy. Please wear comfortable clothing and footwear. Instructor: Kimiko Kuwamoto has been teaching Tai Chi for since 2000 and is certified by a San Francisco master instructor. 10 Tuesdays, 6:30 – 7:25pm February 17 – April 28 (no class April 7) Conejo Valley Adult School, Auditorium Cost: $95 #4405-5 Community Enrichment Chi Gong Chi Gong, or “energy work,” is an ancient Chinese internal martial art used for cultivating health, longevity and self-awareness. Chi has been called the unseen life force. Through a combination of movement, breathing, focused intention and meditation, this class focuses on Chi Gong fundamentals and helping the student develop their own practice. Chi Gong is appropriate for all ages and fitness levels - no previous experience, mats or props required. Instructor: John Slicker has been practicing Chi Gong since 1995. John brings a clear and balanced approach to an ancient, esoteric and holistic system of self-healing and meditation. 10 Tuesdays, 2:00 – 3:00pm February 17 – April 28 (no class April 7) Conejo Valley Adult School, Auditorium Cost: $95 #4480-5 Seniors: $50 #4480-6 Alexander Technique Not an exercise in the traditional sense, the Alexander Technique applies body alignment principles to reduce stress, fatigue and muscle tension and to counteract chronic pain due to poor posture, neck and shoulder tension and lower back injuries. This introductory class will benefit daily life by increasing the ability to move with ease and freedom. Wear comfortable clothing. Instructor: Barbara Wegher-Thompson, MA (UCLA), has taught Alexander Technique and Dance for 22 years at California Lutheran University. Certified in 1991 at the Alexander Foundation in Philadelphia, she is a teaching member of Alexander Technique International. 2 Saturdays, 9:30 – 11:30am April 18 and 25 Conejo Valley Adult School, Room C Cost: $65 plus $5 material fee to instructor #4388-3 Tai Chi Level 2 Explore a new level of Tai Chi – 42 form. Prerequisite is knowledge of 24 form. Instructor: Kimiko Kuwamoto (for bio, see previous listing). 10 Tuesdays, 7:30 – 8:25pm February 17 – April 28 (no class April 7) Conejo Valley Adult School, Auditorium Cost: $95 #4407-5 Check out Aerobic Dancing on page 15. 8 NO REFUNDS Unless Class Cancelled by Conejo Valley Adult School Community Enrichment Food & Nutrition Unless otherwise indicated all food classes are held in Room 15 at the Conejo Valley Adult School from 6:00 – 8:30pm. Cost: $50 each $15 (cash only) food fee is payable to the instructor. Recipes are not designed for special dietary needs. Spring 2015 Menu Light & Healthy Meal Planning.......... Feb 10-Mar 17 Cooking with Trader Joe’s......................February 18 The Paleo Diet (Paleolithic)....................February 19 Our Best Brunch.....................................February 25 Art of French Preserve Making...............February 26 Cooking with Trader Joe’s............................March 4 Spring Series with Patty and Susan Appetizers.................................................March 5 Spring Salads......................................... March 11 East-Speak-Eat- The Italian Experience...March 12 Spring Series with Patty and Susan Sides.......................................................March 19 Local Mojo..................................................March 24 Empty Nesters Cooking..............................March 26 Cooking School 101...................................March 31 Healthy & Fast Meals for a Busy Family........April 15 Spring Series with Patty and Susan Spring Picnic..............................................April 16 Barefoot Contessa (Spring)...........................April 21 Advanced Trader Joe’s..................................April 22 Garden to Table.............................................April 23 New Recipes Cooking with Trader Joe’s You’ve found all the unique items at your favorite store. Now, what can you do with them? Our chefs will answer your questions about Trader Joe’s new products and help you create interesting, healthful meals using them plus seasonal ingredients. The menu will be based on what is new and fresh at Trader Joe’s. Due to the popularity of this class, we will offer two sessions. The same recipes will be featured, sign up for only one of these sessions. Instructors: Lisa Scott and TJ Tramonto. Lisa Scott is a personal chef who has a BS in Food, Nutrition, and Dietetics. She has been teaching cooking classes at the adult school for over 10 years. TJ Tramonto is a graduate of Westlake Culinary Institute and a professional caterer. Wednesday, February 18 #4255-1 OR Wednesday, March 4 #4255-2 Advanced Cooking with Trader Joe’s If you have enjoyed our Cooking with Trader Joe’s classes in the past, join us for a more in-depth class using Trader Joe’s products. The instructors will use more advanced cooking techniques and recipes for those who are more interested in the art of cooking. The menu will be determined by what new ingredients are available. Instructors: Lisa Scott and TJ Tramonto (for bios, see previous listing). Wednesday, April 22 #4259-1 Garden to Table Do you love the idea of eating fresh vegetables but aren’t sure how to make them taste great? Whether you have your own garden or buy them fresh, I have some delicious recipes to please your family and wow a crowd. Most recipes are simple and can be prepared for week nights. Food & Nutrition still remains - what do I make for dinner? Or lunch? Or for company? This class will give you an arsenal of recipes that are semihomemade, using products that you can pick up at our local go - to places. Because the secret to every good cook is not only the know how, but the know where. Come hungry - lots of sampling and fun! Instructor: Jill Fisher (for bio, see previous listing). Tuesday, March 24 #4359-1 Speak-Cook-EatThe Italian Experience Clarissa is back with all new recipes. In this interactive class learn how to make a delicious Italian meal and some basic Italian vocabulary; how to introduce yourself and how to order in a restaurant. We will do roleplaying while we cook, so be prepared to have some fun speaking, cooking and eating in Italian. No previous cooking or language experience necessary. Instructor: Michelle Fishman has a BS in Dietetics and is a Registered Dietician. She has a passion for cooking and enjoys teaching others how to be creative in the kitchen. Thursday, April 23 #4309-1 Instructor: Clarissa Fishman grew up between the U.S. and Italy where she spent summers at her grandmother’s house in northern Tuscany. Her first language is Italian. Cooking delicious Tuscan specialties with her mom, aunts and grandmother was a big part of her upbringing. She is a devout foodie and is very passionate about Italian cuisine. She has been an Italian teacher for over 25 years. Thursday, March 12 #4264-2 Spring Favorites from the Barefoot Contessa What I Learned in Cooking School 101 Back by popular demand, come join us and get a taste of Ina Garten’s best spring recipes. Her recipes are easy to follow and easy for entertaining - all of the must-haves for cooking with Jill as well. From soups to entrees to desserts - we will have a sampling of all. Come hungry, leave happy. Instructor: Jill Fisher has a BS in Food Science and Nutrition and worked for 8 years as a trainer for a nutritional analysis software company. She is a licensed personal chef and author of My Best Friend’s Kitchen. Tuesday, April 21 #4008-1 Local Mojo Cooking like a Local In Hawaii, local “mojo” is what the locals eat and the secret places they go to get the best fish or fruits or the dishes the restaurants make just for them. We have a huge resource of markets in this area, but the same question We are all chefs at heart who enjoy learning terms like “mise en place” and “mirepoix” adding that extra flair and turning heads. Enjoy a quick, but informative class on techniques and culinary terms. Spend an evening learning about cooking methods, basic sanitation, and knives. Learn how to create a vegetable stock that can work as a base for any soup or recipe. Taste the great flavors that come from making your own salad dressings, all delicious flavors we will be tasting and dipping into. Come explore the culinary arts. Instructor: Mary Avery graduated from the Oxnard Culinary/Hotel Management Program. She owns and operates two companies – Elysian Fields specializing in farm to table catering for intimate dinner parties and Cerise, a bath and body manufacturer. Tuesday, March 31 #4211-1 NO REFUNDS Unless Class Cancelled by Conejo Valley Adult School 9 Food & Nutrition Our Best Brunch Whether you want to update your Sunday breakfast, plan a simple brunch for a small group or a breakfast meal to dazzle a crowd, we’ve got just the right brunch recipe ideas for you – French toast, breakfast casseroles, eggs, flaky croissants and more. Many of these recipes can be prepared the night before and tossed in the oven the next morning! Community Enrichment Empty Nester Cooking for Two A Spring Series with Patty and Susan Try some delicious dishes that are easy to prepare and good enough for company. Discover some tips and chef shortcuts to spending less time in the kitchen. We’ll discover some shopping tips to reduce waste and makeover ideas for extending one meal into three. Patty Limatola-Tanenbaum and Susan Bernstein are back to dazzle us with their spring series of easy entertaining. Enjoy one or all three of the classes. Come hungry as they usually do between 5-6 recipes and be ready to throw your next easy entertaining party. Instructor: Vicki Smither has taught classes for 6 years and participated in numerous cooking groups including ones in Europe. Wednesday, February 25 #4088-1 Instructor: Suzanne Landry (for bio, see previous listing). Thursday, March 26 #4717-1 Spring Salads Light and Healthy Meal Planning Instructors: Patty Limatola-Tanenbaum is a graduate from the Westlake Culinary Institute and she does blogging at MmGood.com where she posts easy recipes with video tutorials. Susan Bernstein is an amazing cook who specializes in easy and delicious recipes. Together Patty and Susan have been doing catering jobs creating amazing dishes and events. Join us as we create salads that go way beyond basic lettuce-and-tomato fare, incorporating vegetables, meats, cheese and grains to become the focal point of a healthful meal! Vegetarians, people with allergies, even picky eaters will find fun and tasty recipes! Instructor: Vicki Smither (for bio, see previous listing). Wednesday, March 11 #4098-1 The Paleo Diet (Paleolithic) This is also referred to as the caveman diet and is a modern nutritional plan based on the presumed ancient diet of wild plants and animals. It emphasizes fresh foods that are nutrient dense, with lots of naturally-occurring vitamins and minerals and avoids foods that are processed and less nutritional. For losing weight, reducing inflammatory disease risks, increasing energy and muscle, the Paleo diet has gained popularity. We’ll prepare delicious dishes that fit the Paleo dietary plan and discuss the pros and cons. Instructor: Suzanne Landry is the author of The Passionate Vegetable and Fresh Food Matters. As a fresh food chef and wellness educator, author and lively guest lecturer for over 25 years, she has inspired many people on their road to health and vitality. Thursday, February 19 #4716-1 NOTE: Food fees are payable to the instructor – CASH ONLY please – unless otherwise noted. 10 Learn how to prepare low calorie, light and healthy foods for you and the whole family! Fun and easy recipes for breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks and desserts. Learn the secrets of being slim and having more energy with these practical tips that Gail enthusiastically shares. You can expect to fine tune your palate, get more creative, learn the importance of food presentation, improve your relationship with food and become more aware of making healthier food choices. Presentation, food demonstration, food and beverage samplings all included. Bring a notepad and pen. Instructor: Gail Arias is a certified nutritionist, healthy wellness and fitness expert. 6 Tuesdays, 6:00 – 7:30 pm. February 10 - March 17 Cost: $125. Please note that the food fee is already included in the cost of the class. There is no additional food fee payable to the instructor. #4009-1 Art of French Preserve Making Visit the Alsace, the French region bordering Germany in a culinary wonderland overseen by great chefs. Learn to make your personal brand of mustard, and to go with it, get handson with your own batch of naturally pickled, or fermented, vegetables full of probiotics. For dessert, learn the secrets of making world class French jam that explodes with flavor as it meets your tongue. Discussions will include the science behind the methods, so you can preserve with confidence. You’ll leave class with a list of resources and recipes to ensure that you can repeat these processes at home. Instructor: Elizabeth Heumier has a BS in Food Science from Cal Poly SLO. She has Food Safety Certification in every category of food canning from UC Davis and is an award winning home canner. Thursday, February 26 #4092-1 Appetizers – Patty and Susan will be making some of their all-time favorite appetizers like asparagus with puff pastry, stuffed tomatoes and a chipotle shrimp dish that’s super delicious. Thursday, March 5 #4091-1 Sides - Patty and Susan will be making some of their all-time favorite sides from a quinoa salad, to a green salad and, of course, a great pasta side dish Thursday, March 19 #4087-1 A Spring Picnic – Patty and Susan will be making some of their all-time favorite picnic items from a great pasta salad and potato salad to a turkey burger (served in lettuce wraps). Thursday, April 16 #4095-1 Healthy and Fast Meals for a Busy Family How to prepare a week’s worth of meals which are healthy and delicious for the busy family – roast chicken, turkey chili, Korean BBQ and many more. Instructor: Tracey Nairin. After graduating from UCLA and a career in education, Tracey graduated from the Westlake Culinary Institute. She is a personal chef and has extensive knowledge of wine and food pairings. Wednesday, April 15 #4094-1 NO REFUNDS Unless Class Cancelled by Conejo Valley Adult School Community Enrichment Home and Garden Room Design 1 – Creating A Plan If you would like to design a perfect room this class will teach you the steps required to make the process successful. Find the inspiration that will help kick start your project, learn designer tips for searching out your options and learn how to organize a plan that allows you to meet your design and budget expectations. Instructor: Susan Pritchard is the owner of Susan Pritchard Interior Design. She has been designing for Ventura County clients since 1996. She was voted a Ventura County Favorite in 2014 and has been featured on two “Famous Homes and Hideaways” episodes. Saturday, March 7, 9:00am - 12:00pm Conejo Valley Adult School, Room E Cost: $45 #4612-1 Room Design 2 – Color, Fabrics, Surfaces If you would like to be more confident when choosing colors or shopping for fabrics and surfaces for your home then this is the class for you. Learn how to use color and surfaces to express your creativity and to meet the functional needs of your lifestyle. The class topics will include flooring materials, counter surfaces, ceilings, and walls. Instructor: Susan Pritchard (for bio, see previous listing). Saturday, March 14, 9:00am - 12:00pm Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 3 Cost: $45 #4614-1 New DIY Home Design Your decorator may be you but the look will be professional! This introductory class will help you begin using the same principles professional interior designers use every day. Topics will include determining the scope of your project, utilizing space planning and color selection and establishing furniture arrangement and accessory placement. Instructor: Nicki Jackson is a Certified Interior Designer who owns her own business. She has been published and has taught on the college level for over 20 years. 6 Wednesdays, 9:30 – 11:30am February 25 – April 1 Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 7 Cost: $95 plus $10 material fee to instructor #4621-2 Home & Garden Succulent Wreath Workshop Learn the technique for creating an amazing living wreath featuring beautiful succulents in an array of colors and textures that will provide year-round interest. These unique wreaths are low maintenance and drought tolerant. Each student will create an 11” diameter wreath to take home. Class includes design lesson and demonstration. You may bring cuttings of succulents to share, however all supplies are included in the material fee. Instructor: Tony Alvarez, AIFD, CCF, EMC is an event planner and floral designer. He served as Director of the CA State Floral Association. Saturday, March 7, 9:00am - 12:00pm Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 3 Cost: $45 plus $30 material fee to instructor #4603-1 New Roses, Roses, Roses, If you have been intimidated by the thought of growing roses, join us for this 3 hour class and see how easy it is! Learn how to select roses that fit your yard, your senses and your pocketbook. Topics will include planting, feeding and pruning your plants as well as disease control. Ideas for using your homegrown roses in crafts such as potpourri, rose water and baked goods decorations will be shared. Instructor: Diane Gunther is a lover of nature and gardening; she is an experienced teacher who manages a rose garden with over fifty rose plants in addition to a backyard orchard. Saturday, February 28, 9:00am - 12:00pm Conejo Valley Adult School, Room C Cost: $45 #4622-2 Kitchen Design Workshop This intensive class will introduce a new way to look at your kitchen whether you are remodeling or just doing a facelift. Come and learn all about new kitchen products, design layout, the latest colors and how to hire the best contractor. We will discuss how to stage your kitchen for resale as well. Instructor: Eileen Gould is the founder and owner of Eileen Gould Design and Construction Inc., and has been practicing both commercial and residential design for the past 25 years and is a licensed General Contractor. She is credentialed to teach Interior Design, Fashion and Construction. Saturday, March 21, 9:00am – 12:00pm Conejo Valley Adult School, Room C Cost: $45 #4189-1 Introduction to Organic Gardening Growing your own food can be empowering and extremely gratifying, as well as nutritious. If you would like to take your gardening skills to the next level and learn how to turn your backyard or patio space into a selfsustaining organic food production area with a year-round harvest potential, then join us to discover the potential your yard holds! Instructor: Jared Logan has a BS in Environmental Science and more than 12 years of active organic food production experience. 6 Mondays, 7:00 – 9:00pm March 16 – April 27 (no class April 6) Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 3 Cost: $95 #4623-2 New DIY Low Water Landscape Design Drought tolerant Xeriscape not Zeroscape! Learn how to turn your thirsty lawn into an environmentally friendly and fabulous low water front yard with attractive color, pattern, texture, and movement. Save water, spend less time on lawn chores, reduce/eliminate use of fertilizers and pesticides. Learn about the turf rebate program and ways to save on installation. Instructor: Tess Blankenship is the owner of a landscape design company and is experienced in landscape makeovers both using contractors and a do-it-yourself approach. 5 Tuesdays, 7:30 - 9:00pm February 24 – March 24 Conejo Valley Adult School, Room C Cost: $95 plus $5 material fee to instructor #4031-1 Vermicomposting: Build Your Own Worm Bin This is small space composting for anyone, anywhere. Set up a worm bin on your patio or in your garden and let worms eat your food scraps. Your reward will be incredible, fabulous “black gold” compost. Worms, bins, and bedding will be provided. Instructor: Diana Karna learned the art and science of Vermicomposting in Santa Cruz, CA. She has brought small and large worm bins to both homes and schools. “What’s good for the worm is good for the earth.” Saturday, February 21, 9:30 – 11:30am Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 3 Cost: $40 plus $30 material fee to instructor #4602-1 11 Language Community Enrichment French Language American Sign Language Discover how to communicate using American Sign Language. Learn finger spelling, vocabulary and sentences as well as information about Deaf culture and devices. Instructor: Barrie Silberberg has been involved in signing and aspects of Deaf culture for over 30 years. 10 Tuesdays, 6:30 – 8:30pm February 17 - April 28 (no class April 7) Conejo Valley Adult Education, Room 5A Cost: $125 plus $15 material fee to instructor #4505-4 Survival Japanese Konnichiwa! Want to say more in Japanese? Each session focuses on a specific situation such as ordering at a restaurant or asking directions. It’s short, simple and situational learning! Instructor: Hisako Malinzak is a native of Japan and has been teaching beginning to advanced Japanese for the past 10 years. 10 Thursdays, 6:00 – 7:30pm February 26 – May 7 (no class April 9) Conejo Valley Adult School, Room C Cost: $95 plus $10 material fee to instructor #4511-2 Chinese Beginning 1 An introductory class for those with no or very limited knowledge of spoken or written Chinese. This class will focus on conversational skills and prepare students for future study. Simplified characters will be introduced as part of Chinese culture. Instructor: Shuqin Zhao is a native Mandarin speaker whose BA is in English. She has taught at local Chinese schools and the adult school for many years. 10 Wednesdays, 6:00 - 7:30pm February 25 – May 6 (no class April 8) Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 7 Cost: $95 plus $10 material fee to instructor #4534-2 12 French for Travelers Planning a trip to a French speaking country? This class will give beginning students the confidence and skills needed to interact with native speakers while traveling. Focus will be on key phrases and vocabulary as well as French culture and customs. Bon voyage! Instructor: Liane Laville Morse has a degree in French from Canada and a Masters in Linguistics. She is an experienced language teacher, having taught both here and in Switzerland. 8 Saturdays, 10:30am – 12:30pm February 21 – April 25 (no class April 4 and 11) Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 5A Cost: $95 plus $20 material fee to instructor #4085-2 French Beginning 1 Bonjour! This course is for anyone who has not taken French before or would like to learn the basics. It’s fun and relaxed…perfect for travel, work or personal enrichment. Daytime Session Instructor: Claudine Schooley is a native French speaker who has a French diploma in Art and Communication. 10 Tuesdays, 9:00 – 10:30am February 24 – May 5 (no class April 7) Conejo Valley Adult School, Room C Cost: $95 plus $30 book fee to instructor #4501-5 Evening Session Instructor: Giancarlo Mondragon majored in French literature, studied and lived in France, and loves to share his knowledge of French language and culture. 10 Mondays, 6:00 – 7:30pm February 23 – May 4 (no class April 6) Conejo Valley Adult School, Room C Cost: $95 plus $25 material fee to instructor #4501-6 French Beginning 2 This class is suitable for students who have had a minimum of 15 hours previous exposure to French language study. It is designed to build on basic skills related to speaking, listening, reading and writing and to increase proficiency in these areas grammar and vocabulary. Daytime Session Instructor: Claudine Schooley (for bio, see previous listing). 10 Tuesdays, 10:30am – 12:00pm February 24 – May 5 (no class April 7) Conejo Valley Adult School, Room C Cost: $95 plus $30 book fee to instructor #4520-5 Evening Session Instructor: Giancarlo Mondragon (for bio, see previous listing). 10 Monday, 7:30 – 9:00pm February 23 – May 4 (no class April 6) Conejo Valley Adult School, Room C Cost: $95 plus $25 material fee to instructor #4520-6 French Beginning 3 This class is for those with a minimum of 30 hours of study or extensive travel to a French speaking country. The class will build on skills needed for conversation and written language. Daytime Session Instructor: Claudine Schooley (for bio, see previous listing). 10 Tuesdays, 2:30 – 4:00pm February 24 – May 5 (no class April 7) Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 7 Cost: $95 plus $30 book fee to instructor #4532-5 Evening Session Instructor: Giancarlo Mondragon (for bio, see previous listing). 10 Thursdays, 7:30 – 9:00pm February 26 – May 7 (no class April 9) Conejo Valley Adult School, Room C Cost: $95 plus $25 material fee to instructor #4532-6 Beyond French 3 Are you eager for more? You’ve done the basic levels (maybe even several times) and want to become more proficient in French. This class carries on where French 3 leaves off. It will reinforce what you already know and continue to building your skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking. Instructor: Liane Laville Morse (for bio, see previous listing). 10 Thursdays, 6:00 – 7:30pm February 26 – May 7 (no class April 9) Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 5A Cost: $95 plus $20 material fee to instructor #4540-2 NO REFUNDS Unless Class Cancelled by Conejo Valley Adult School Community Enrichment French Conversation This is the ideal opportunity to practice speaking French in a comfortable, relaxed setting. The instructor will facilitate discussion about life in France and French cultural issues. This class is appropriate for intermediate and advanced students. Instructor: Valerie Malec is a native of France who majored in drama and French Modern Literature. She has taught in France and on an island close to Madagascar. 8 Saturdays, 9:00 – 10:30am February 21 – April 25 (no class April 4 and 11) Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 5A Cost: $85 plus $10 material fee to instructor #4086-3 Italian Italian for Travelers This is the class for those who want “just enough Italian” to enhance a trip to Italy. Students will learn key phrases, develop essential vocabulary and practice short conversations. Topics will also focus on Italian culture, customs and travel tips. Buon viaggio! Instructor: Bonnie Taylor has an MA in French and a certificate from the Universita per Stanieri in Perugia, Italy. 8 Thursdays, 12:30 – 2:30pm February 26 – April 23 (no class April 9) Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 7 Cost: $95 plus $15 material fee to instructor #4521-4 Italian Beginning 1 Join us for a fun introduction to the Italian language and culture. This class focuses on practical communication and essential grammar as students develop basic speaking, listening and reading skills in la bella lingua. This class is for those with no previous exposure to Italian. Daytime Session Instructor: Rosina Paluzzi hails from Rome and attended school in both Italy and the US. She has taught Italian to military families in Italy. 10 Mondays, 10:00 – 11:30am February 23 – May 4 (no class April 6) Conejo Valley Adult School, Room C Cost: $95 plus $25 material fee to instructor #4503-3 New Evening Session Instructor: Bonnie Taylor (for bio, see previous listing). 10 Wednesdays, 6:00 – 7:30pm February 25 – May 6 (no class April 8) Conejo Valley Adult School, Room C Cost: $95 plus $25 material fee to instructor #4503-4 Italian Beginning 2 For those who desire to continue their study of Italian language and culture, this class will build on basic speaking, listening and reading skills. Suitable for students with at least 15 hours of previous instruction. Instructor: Elisa Degli Angeli-Henke, a native of Italy with a degree in Foreign Languages, has extensive experience teaching Italian. 10 Wednesdays, 7:30 – 9:00pm February 25 – May 6 (no class April 8) Conejo Valley Adult School, Room C Cost: $95 plus $25 material fee to instructor #4522-3 Italian Beginning 3 Are you ready to become more proficient in Italian? Bene! This level will introduce more complex grammar while building on your speaking skills and knowledge of Italian culture. Assumes at least 30 hours of previous instruction. Instructor: Elisa Degli Angeli-Henke (for bio, see previous listing). 10 Mondays, 6:00 – 7:30pm February 23 – May 4 (no class April 6) Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 7 Cost: $95 plus $25 material fee to instructor #4927-3 Beyond Italian 3 A continuation of our engaging Italian series, this class will help students perfect their speaking, listening, reading and writing skill in la bella lingua. A new program will be offered with each new session to help students build on different aspects of Italian language and culture. Class is appropriate for those with 1-2 years of previous experience. Instructor: Elisa Degli Angeli-Henke (for bio, see previous listing). 10 Mondays, 7:30 – 9:00pm February 23 – May 4 (no class April 6) Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 7 Cost: $95 plus $25 material fee to instructor #4523-3 Language Spanish Spanish Beginning 1 Learn the basics of Spanish which are useful for travel, work or personal enrichment. Topics include: greetings, pleasantries, and basic communication. This class is designed for those with no previous study. Daytime Session Instructor: Valentin Castillo, a native of Costa Rica with a master’s in Spanish literature, has taught Spanish for 16 years. 10 Wednesdays, 12:30 – 2:00pm February 25 – May 6 (no class April 8) Conejo Valley Adult School, Room C Cost: $95 plus $25 book fee (Spanish is Fun 1) available in office #4506-5 Evening Session Instructor: Kyra Sovero grew up in Argentina and has traveled extensively. She has a Master’s degree in Spanish from UCLA. 10 Thursdays, 6:00 – 7:30pm February 26 – May 7 (no class April 9) Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 3 Cost: $95 plus $25 book fee (Spanish is Fun 1) available in office #4506-6 Spanish Beginning 2 This class is suitable for those with 15 hours of previous instruction or those who have had exposure to Spanish through travel. The class will build on reading, speaking and listening skills. Daytime Session Instructor: Judy Gold is a very motivating teacher with much experience. She acquired Spanish living in Mexico and Central America. 10 Tuesdays, 12:30 – 2:00pm February 24 – May 5 (no class April 7) Conejo Valley Adult School, Room C Cost: $95 plus $25 book fee (Spanish is Fun 1) available in office #4504-5 Evening Session Instructor: Kyra Sovero (for bio, see previous listing). 10 Thursdays, 7:30 – 9:00pm February 26 – May 7 (no class April 9) Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 3 Cost: $95 plus $25 book fee (Spanish is Fun 1) available in office #4504-6 NO REFUNDS Unless Class Cancelled by Conejo Valley Adult School 13 Language/ Music & Dance Community Enrichment Spanish Beginning 3 Spanish Level 6 Daytime Session Instructor: Judy Gold (for bio, see previous listing). 10 Tuesdays, 2:00 – 3:30pm February 24 – May 5 (no class April 7) Conejo Valley Adult School, Room C Cost: $95 plus $25 book fee (Spanish is Fun 1) available in office #4507-5 Instructor: Judy Gold (for bio, see previous listing). 10 Mondays, 3:00 – 4:30 February 23 – May 4 (no class April 6) Conejo Valley Adult School, Room C Cost: $95 plus $25 book fee (Spanish is Fun 2) available in office #4890-3 Evening Session Instructor: Valentin Castillo (for bio, see previous listing). 10 Wednesdays, 7:30 – 9:00pm February 25 – May 6 (no class April 8) Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 7 Cost: $95 plus $25 book fee (Spanish is Fun 1) available in office #4507-6 Spanish Conversation This class is for those with a minimum of 30 hours of study or exposure to the Spanish language through travel. Spanish Level 4 This class continues to advance the material covered in previous sessions. Students in this level have generally had 1-2 years of study. Instructor: Judy Gold (for bio, see previous listing). 10 Thursdays, 12:30 – 2:00pm February 26 – May 7 (no class April 9) Conejo Valley Adult School, Room C Cost: $95 plus $25 book fee (Spanish is Fun 2) available in office #4508-3 Spanish Level 5 This class is for students with 2 plus years of Spanish and will highlight verb tenses and vocabulary. Instructor: Judy Gold (for bio, see previous listing). 10 Thursdays, 2:00 – 3:30pm February 26 – May 7 (no class April 9) Conejo Valley Adult School, Room C Cost: $95 plus $25 book fee (Spanish is Fun 2) available in office #4510-3 14 This class is for students with 3 plus years of Spanish study and will focus on complex verb tenses and grammar. This class is the ideal opportunity to practice Spanish in a comfortable and relaxed setting by participating in instructor facilitated discussions. Current events, culture and history of Spanish speaking countries will be topics. Intermediate students are also welcome! Instructor: Valentin Castillo (for bio, see previous listing). 8 Saturdays, 10:00 – 11:30am February 21 – April 25 (no class April 4 and 11) Conejo Valley Adult School, Room A Cost: $85 plus $10 material fee to instructor #4509-3 Music & Dance New American Style Social Dance Popular partner dances are fun and easy to learn! No longer will you want to sit on the sidelines at the wedding reception, the company party or the club social. Singles and couples of all ages are welcome and no prior dance experience is necessary. The OneStep, Night Club Two-Step and East Coast Swing will be included. Call 805.494.6418 with class related questions. Instructor: Gail Arias is a World Champion Dancer and the recipient of many awards for excellence in dance. 10 Thursdays, 7:30 – 8:25pm February 19 – April 30 (no class April 9) Boys and Girls Club 1980 E. Avenida de las Flores Thousand Oaks 91360 Cost: $95 #4968-1 Beginning Ukulele Learn to play the ukulele! This popular starter instrument is for the true beginner to music. It can also be an excellent way to get back into playing an instrument for those who have been away. By course end (or before), students will be playing easy songs and simple melodies. Bring a ukulele (preferably soprano, concert, or tenor) to class. Instructor: Jarold Davis has been teaching music for more than 20 years. He also has extensive recording and touring experience, having performed such venues as the Gibson Amphitheater in LA and Madison Square Garden in NY. 8 Fridays, 10:30am – 12:00pm February 20 – April 24 (no class April 3 and 10) Conejo Valley Adult School, Room C Cost: $95 plus $5 material fee to instructor #4939-2 Ukulele Workshop This class is designed for the ukulele player that has completed the Beginning class (or equivalent) and is ready for more musical challenges. A more in-depth approach to what can be done with a ukulele will be taken, including advanced styles and song selections. Instructor: Jarold Davis (for bio, see previous listing). 8 Fridays, 12:00 – 1:30pm February 20 – April 24 (no class April 3 and 10) Conejo Valley Adult School, Room C Cost: $95 plus $5 material fee to instructor #4940-3 New Classical Music Appreciation Listening to music enhances our “sense abilities”. It triggers imagination and curiosity and awakens our innate talent for wonder, appreciation and gratitude. Experience classical piano selections enriched with discussions of related historical and biographical data. Learn to listen to yourself as you listen to music. Instructor: Luis Sanchez is a classically trained Pianist with a BA in Music from UCSB. 6 Wednesdays, 3:00 - 4:00pm February 25 – April 1 Conejo Valley Adult School, Room C Cost: $65 #4248-1 Seniors: $40 #4248-2 NO REFUNDS Unless Class Cancelled by Conejo Valley Adult School Community Enrichment Latin Dance for Beginners Come learn the basics and some cool variations in this beginning Latin dance workshop featuring Salsa, Cha-cha and Merengue. Start with the foundation steps, learn leading and following theory, and move on to implementing fun patterns, building your repertoire each week. No partner or previous dance experience required. Music & Dance/Personal Awareness Personal Awareness New Heal-thy Neck and Back Instructor: Floria Ayivi has performed in and directed numerous salsa, samba, burlesque and theatrical shows. She is passionate about teaching dance to all ages and levels. 6 Mondays, 6:30 – 7:30pm February 23 – March 30 Conejo Valley Adult School, Auditorium Cost: $65 #4962-2 “A sigh of relief” as you receive valuable information on how to alleviate neck and back pain naturally. Topics include gentle stretching, ergonomics in the work place and at home, spinal health, and practical and natural techniques for improved flexibility. Improve your posture while learning how to position your neck, spine and hips for optimum health. Bring a mat, pillow and large towel. Latin Dance: Next Steps Instructor: Gail Arias, the first spokesperson for a line of back fitness equipment now distributed globally, brings 20+ years’ experience in helping care for the neck and back naturally. She is a certified nutritionist, health, wellness and fitness expert. 8 Tuesdays, 4:00 – 5:00pm February 10 – March 31 Conejo Valley Adult School, Auditorium Cost: $85 #4285-1 Seniors: $45 #4285-2 Expand on the Latin dance basics and learn new patterns while continuing to develop correct techniques. Build on your repertoire each week and master a short routine. No partner required, however you should have previous partner dance experience and be comfortable with the basics of salsa. Instructor: Floria Ayivi (for bio, see previous listing). 6 Mondays, 7:30 – 8:30pm February 23 – March 30 Conejo Valley Adult School, Auditorium Cost: $65 #4961-1 Aerobic Dancing This exciting Jacki Sorensen dance program features dance routines, stretching, abdominal work and strength training – all choreographed to music. Please bring a mat and hand weights. Instructor: Deborah Maron is a certified Jacki Sorensen Aerobic Dancing Instructor. Morning – 24 classes Tuesdays/Thursdays, 9:00 – 10:00am March 17 – June 11 (no class April 7 and 9) Cost: $180 #4164-5 Evening – 23 classes Mondays/Wednesdays, 5:30 – 6:30pm March 16 – June 10 (no class April 6, 8 & May 25) Cost: $175 #4164-6 New Home Care for Skin Care Ever wanted to know what estheticians know about taking care of your face? We will discuss the body’s largest organ, the skin, and teach you the proper way to cleanse, exfoliate, perform extractions, and all the anti-aging secrets that estheticians use to enhance and brighten your skin. Product recommendations and sampling will be experienced. Instructor: Lisa Ianiro has been a Licensed Esthetician since 2002, specializing in all natural plant based healing remedies. She uses all natural skin care lines on her clients and enjoys teaching others how to take care of their skin at home. Monday, February 23, 7:00 – 9:00pm Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 3 #4548-1 Or Monday, March 30, 10:00am – 12:00pm Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 7 #4548-2 Cost per session: $40 plus $10 material fee to instructor Essential Oils and Reflexology for Health Learn a natural way to take care of your health and wellbeing by using essential oils and reflexology. Learn about reflex points on the hands, feet and ears and how the oils can be incorporated in the healing process. Instructor: Yuki Wong is certified in reflexology and has been studying holistic wellness for several years. She also offers consultations and reflexology sessions. Saturday, February 28, 9:30 – 11:30am Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 3 Cost: $40 plus $5 material fee to instructor and optional $25 (cash) for an oil kit #4649-2 Introduction to Meditation Meditation can bring up our inner connectivity, our true identity, and a sense of wholeness. It is an individual journey that can lead to greater well-being in our lives. This class will offer the tools to take the practice forward into your everyday life, whether you just want a quieter mind or a greater spiritual connection. Instructor: John Slicker has been practicing meditation for 15 years and is certified as an instructor through the Synchronicity Foundation. 6 Thursdays, 7:30 - 8:30pm February 26 – April 2 Conejo Valley Adult School, Auditorium Cost: $65 #4647-4 Mastering an Impressive Presence This is an opportunity to review and renew today’s social skills. Learn to present your personal best in business and social situations. Skills include introductions, handshake, dining etiquette and networking tips. At the end of this class you will be ready to make a great first impression and feel confident at your next job interview or business dinner. Instructor: Lisa Lutz is a graduate of The American School of Protocol and is certified to teach etiquette to children, teens and adults. Wednesday, February 18, 6:00 – 7:30pm Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 3 Cost: $35 #4298-2 Boys and Girls Club 1980 E. Avenida de las Flores Thousand Oaks 91360 NO REFUNDS Unless Class Cancelled by Conejo Valley Adult School 15 Personal Awareness/Writer’s Program New Essentials of Public Speaking Community Enrichment Transcending Grief Public speaking often scores high on the stress level meter whether it’s a business presentation or a wedding toast. This course will teach you how to prepare and deliver successfully. Topics include: purpose of the speech, non-verbal communication, presentation logistics, audience adaptation and managing stage fright. Students will make brief presentations and receive feedback. What is Grief? Grief is the change of your normal routine. This 8-week course will help you recognize your grief, address it and then become complete with your grief. No matter if it was from childhood or if it just happened; pain or anger, big or small, all types of grief will be addressed. If you have been struggling with moving forward in life, take this opportunity to bring vision and energy to this difficult time of transition. Instructor: Ed Rockey, PhD Communications, has been a university professor and successful platform speaker for management clubs. He is a published author. 4 Wednesdays, 6:00 – 7:30pm February 25 – March 18 Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 3 Cost: $65 plus $5 material fee to instructor #4666-1 Instructor: Dr. Barbara Maestas-Lubbers is a Grief Recovery Specialist and is certified by the Grief Recovery Institute. 8 Wednesdays, 3:00 – 5:00pm March 4 – April 29 (no class April 8) Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 7 Cost: $105 #4645-2 Seniors: $65 #4645-3 Plus $30 book fee to instructor Life on a Good Note This interactive class is designed to introduce students to literature, meditation and journaling that will lead to discovering passions, setting goals, overcoming fears and developing a richer life. It’s ideal for all ages and those in various life transitions. Instructor: Sepideh Yeoh is a certified Life and Career Coach and the co-author of A Handbook for Simple Living. She is a former college administrator and faculty member and currently serves as president of Un1teee. 6 Wednesdays, 9:30 – 11:30am February 25 – April 1 Conejo Valley Adult School, Room C Cost: $95 #4813-1 Seniors: $55 #4813-2 Plus $10 material fee to instructor New Do it all, just not at the same time. Learn how to make more time for things you want, how to graciously say “no”, learn where your time goes, productivity tips, how to set expectations and prioritize. Give yourself the gift of time. Instructor: Tess Blankenship is a real ‘DOER’, juggler of a family with kids, full time career, non-profit board member, business owner and late adult MBA grad. Saturday, February 21, 9:00am – 12:00pm Conejo Valley Adult School, Room C Cost: $45 #4642-1 Writer’s Program Moms in Transition Ideal for moms who are trying to figure out the next chapter…are you ready to return to the workforce or are you looking for something new and exciting? You’ll discover SIMPLE ways to connect to your passions, set realistic goals and create an action plan. This class will help you decide what you really want to do next! Instructor: Sepideh Yeoh (for bio, see previous listing). 6 Thursdays, 9:30 – 11:30am February 26 – April 2 Conejo Valley Adult School, Room C Cost: $95 #4703-2 16 How to Do It All in Your Life New How to Make a Living as a Writer Ever wanted to earn your living as a writer, pen a book and become an accomplished author, or aspire to be a blogger extraordinaire? From starting a writing career to advancing a marketing strategy for your book or project, get ready to learn tried and true formulas to help you make a living as writer. Instructor: Tammy Bleck is author of Single Past 50 Now What?, pens the award winning blog Witty Woman Writing and is a contributing writer for the Huffington Post. Learn more on her website http://wittywomanwriting.com. Monday, February 9, 7:00 - 9:00pm Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 3 Cost: $35 plus $2 material fee to instructor #4038-2 New Writing a Bestseller Learn the components and structure of a bestseller. Study the bestsellers of the last decade selected from the NYT, People’s Choice and Oprah’s book lists. Compare elements like opening chapters, characters and writing styles to determine what they have in common. Literary terminology and publishing alternatives are also explored. Instructor: Sheli Ellsworth, MA, is an award winning author. She currently writes for the Ventura Breeze and is a book reviewer for the City Book review and the Portland Book Review. 8 Wednesdays, 7:30 – 9:00pm February 25 – April 22 (no class April 8) Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 3 Cost: $95 plus $10 material fee to instructor #4685-1 Intro to Poetry Writing Are you a poet and don’t know it? This course will explore the different styles of poetry and then help students write their own. Each class will be divided into two parts – reading and appreciating great works (from Byron to, yes, the Beatles) and then putting your own thoughts and feelings to paper. Instructor: Ed Kamen has had an extensive and varied career as an award-winning journalist, book editor and screenwriter. 10 Thursdays, 9:30 – 11:30am February 19 – April 30 (no class April 9) Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 7 Cost: $135 #4669-3 Seniors: $75 #4669-4 Plus $3 material fee to instructor Screenwriting Nuts and Bolts What separates an average screenplay from a great one? The story? The characters? The dialogue? All of the above and more. This course will teach beginning screenwriters what it takes to create a page-turning script, focusing on the essential elements of plot, theme, character, dialogue, format and tone. Instructor: Ed Kamen has been a professional script consultant, or “script doctor,” for 17 years on more than 50 films and television. He has been a guest lecturer for the American Film Institute, the 168 Film Project and at Pierce College. 10 Thursdays, 6:30 – 8:30pm February 19 – April 30 (no class April 9) Boys and Girls Club 1980 E. Avenida de las Flores Thousand Oaks 91360 Cost: $135 plus $3 material fee to instructor #4668-2 NO REFUNDS Unless Class Cancelled by Conejo Valley Adult School Community Enrichment Starting and Completing that Book Whether you’re writing for family and friends or to produce the next top seller, your book deserves to be written. This course will lead you step by step from your basic idea through the planning, to the Table of Contents and a chapter by chapter outline. It includes writing tips that will keep you dedicated to producing a completed manuscript. Instructor: Gene Perret is an award-winning TV comedy writer and former head writer for Bob Hope and Phyllis Diller. He has published over 40 books. 10 Tuesdays, 6:30 – 8:30 February 17 – April 28 (no class April 7) Boys and Girls Club 1980 E. Avenida de las Flores Thousand Oaks, 91360 Cost: $135 plus optional $16 book fee to instructor #4035-3 Writer’s Program Creative Writing Workshop This class offers exercises in creative expression, improvisation, visualization, and spontaneous writing. Story structure, character and grammar will be covered also. Journal writing, class assignments, and at-home writing projects launch you on a journey of discovery. No previous experience required. Instructor: Kathleen Galloway Rogan is a writer, stand-up comedienne, and creator of one-person shows. 10 Thursdays, 7:30 – 9:30pm February 26 – May 7 (no class April 9) Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 5A Cost: $135 plus $15 material fee to instructor #4150-3 New The SPICE of Writing Picture Books Discover the essential ingredients in successful picture books for children. Learn how to identify them and apply them to your own work in progress. There will be opportunity to share your writing. Instructor: Jody Fickes Shapiro is the author of Up, Up, Up! It’s Apple Picking Time and Family Lullaby. She is a former bookseller and children’s librarian. 2 Mondays, 9:30am – 12:30pm April 13 and 20 Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 7 Cost: $65 #4675-2 He said….She said A Guide to Writing Engaging Dialogue New New Humorous Articles – In Demand Magazine publishers and editors are clamoring for good humorous articles! If you can write funny, you can sell! This course will teach you how to search for humor and how to put your comic observations on paper. It will demonstrate the different types of humorous articles and the secrets to writing them. Learn how to market your writings as well. Instructor: Gene Perret has sold humor to Reader’s Digest, McCall’s, Ladies Home Journal, Toastmaster and many other major magazines. He has collected three Emmys for his work in television variety and was head writer for Bob Hope and Phyllis Diller. 10 Wednesdays, 12:30 – 2:30pm February 11 – April 22 (no class April 8) Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 7 Cost: $135 #4028-1 Seniors: $75 #4028-2 Optional fee $14.95 to instructor Readers love dialogue – one of the most intimate components of storytelling. In this hands-on workshop, you will learn and practice the basic elements of writing an engaging dialogue that will keep readers glued to your pages. Please bring paper and pens or a laptop with a fully-charged battery, and get ready to have some fun! Instructor: Dr. Karen Gorback is an award winning author of numerous short stories. Her novel, Freshman Mom, was a finalist in a National Book Award contest. (www. karengorback.com) Saturday, February 28, 9:00am – 12:00pm Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 7 Cost: $45 #4665-1 Publishing 101 How do you know whether to go through a traditional publisher or to self-publish? What do you need to do to self-publish and how do you choose whether to do print or eBook? This class will cover the basics and the differences of publishing and help you to create a book business plan. Instructor: Nancy Ellen Dodd teaches screenwriting at Pepperdine University and is author of The Writer’s Compass: From Story Map to Finished Draft in 7 Stages. For more information, see Http://thewriterscompass. com. 2 Saturdays, 9:30am – 12:30pm March 7 and 14 Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 7 Cost: $65 plus $10 material fee to instructor #4679-2 Writing and Publishing an E-Book E-Books have become the hottest and most profitable trend in the publishing world. Best of all creating an e-book is now possible for everyone – professionals and novices alike. Learn basics such as obtaining an ISBN, designing a cover, making your book available for Nook and Kindle and marketing your new publication. There’s a reason established authors are now choosing to publish their own e-books: get in on the secret! Instructor: Nancy Dodd (for bio, see previous listing). 2 Saturdays, 1:00 – 4:00pm March 7 and 14 Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 7 Cost: $65 plus $10 material fee to instructor #4039-2 Memoir Writing You have a story to tell and a family waiting to read it. Open up your memories and those moments that define you in this six session class. Through research, writing and reading you’ll begin the journey to your memoir. Bring a notebook and pen. Instructor: Kateri Alexander, PhD, has credits as a newspaper, magazine and cookbook editor and associate producer for a local NPR Morning Edition, and as a college writing instructor. She teaches writing and journaling workshops through her business Small Retreats. Her journaling blog is: http:// smallretreats.com/ 6 Fridays, 10:00am – 12:00pm February 20 – March 27 Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 7 Cost: $95 #4037-5 Seniors: $55 #4037-6 Plus $5 material fee to instructor NO REFUNDS Unless Class Cancelled by Conejo Valley Adult School 17 Senior Adult Enrichment Watercolor Workshop Bring your watercolor painting-in-progress or start a painting in this unique workshop. You have both a place to paint uninterrupted and can get guidance as needed/desired. Beginners are also welcome. No material fee, no materials are provided; bring your own supplies. Instructor: Tom Winans is a professional watercolor painter and artist who was honored as “Artist of the Week” by Yosemite National Park. A credentialed teacher, Tom has taught for numerous schools including Ventura College. Cost: $90 for Seniors, $135 for Non-Seniors Location: Goebel Center, Lupine Room 10 Tuesdays, 9:00am – 12:00pm February 17 – April 28 (no class April 7) Seniors: #836-3 Non-Seniors: #836-4 Painting: Oil and Acrylic Develop and improve your painting skills. Individual attention is provided for students at all levels. Please bring your own materials; new students are invited to contact the instructor at [email protected] in advance of class for a supply list. Class meets 10 times for 3 hours. Instructor: Dr. Jerry Ferguson has a Master’s degree from Southern California Institute of Architecture and loves teaching art energy and expression. Cost per session: $90 for Seniors, $135 for Non-Seniors Location: Goebel Center, Lupine Room 10 Mondays, 9:00am – 12:00pm February 23 – May 4 (no class April 6) Seniors: #835-15 Non-Seniors: #835-16 10 Mondays, 12:30 – 3:30pm February 23 – May 4 (no class April 6) Seniors: #835-17 Non-Seniors: #835-18 Oil/Acrylic Workshop Join master artist Barbara Shannon for an opportunity to paint in her workshop setting. Instruction is provided for new students, and returning students get the benefit of consultation with the instructor for their works in progress. Instructor: Barbara Shannon is a long-time art educator, an award winning artist and author of the multimedia textbook, Exploring Art Media. Cost per session: $75 for Seniors, $95 for Non-Seniors Plus $10 material fee to instructor Location: Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 3 18 10 Tuesdays, 3:00 – 5:00pm February 24 – May 5 (no class April 7) Seniors #860-5 Non-Seniors: #4860-5 10 Tuesdays, 6:30 – 8:30pm February 24 – May 5 (no class April 7) Seniors #860-6 Non-Seniors: #4860-6 Quilting with Lujean Learn the basic principles of quilting and expand your knowledge with new techniques and designs. Lessons include piecing, borders, quilting, binding and other finishing techniques. During the semester you will learn several original quilts and small projects. The class welcomes quilters of all levels.Class meets 18 times, and each class is 6 hours long, not including a break for lunch. Instructor: Lujean Seagal studied textile design and holds a BA in Fine Arts. She has completed over 350 quilt projects, and her work has appeared in numerous juried shows. Cost per session: $225 for Seniors, $260 for Non-Seniors Location: Horizon Hills, Room 1 18 Tuesdays, 9:00am – 3:30pm February 17 – June 23 (no class April 7) Seniors: #881-15 Non-Seniors: #881-16 18 Wednesdays, 9:00am – 3:30pm February 18 – June 24 (no class April 8) Seniors: #881-17 Non-Seniors: #881-18 18 Thursdays, 9:00am – 3:30pm February 19 – June 25 (no class April 9) Seniors: #881-19 Non-Seniors: #881-20 After Hours Quilting This fun class is for all levels. New projects will be presented, or you are welcome to finish up your other projects with the teacher’s help! Class features a lecture, with time to work on your own projects. Bring your machine and show & tell to the first class. Class meets 18 times, and each class is 3 hours long. Instructor: Kathy Rogers comes with a passion for quilting and a great deal of experience in sewing of all kinds. She has a degree in Home Economics and has taught sewing for 35+ years both public and private classes. 18 Thursdays, 5:30 – 8:30pm February 19 – June 25 (no class April 9) Cost: $115 for Seniors, $135 for NonSeniors Location: Quilter’s Studio 1090 Lawrence Dr, Newbury Park 91320 Seniors: #884-1 Non-Seniors: #884-2 Quilting with Trudy This class is for all levels. New projects will be presented, or you are welcome to finish up your other projects with the teacher’s help! Trudy is all about motivating you to finish. Class features a morning lecture, with time to work on your own projects. Bring show & tell to the first class and your lunch. Class meets 18 times, and each class is 6 hours long with an extra 1/2 hour break for lunch. Instructor: Trudy Smith has been quilting and teaching for over 25 years and is currently manager of the Quilter’s Studio. Cost: $225 for Seniors, $260 for NonSeniors Location: Quilter’s Studio 1090 Lawrence Dr, Newbury Park 91320 18 Tuesdays, 9:00am – 3:30pm February 17 – June 23 (no class April 7) Seniors: #882-1 Non-Seniors: #882-2 18 Thursdays, 9:00am – 3:30pm February 19 – June 25 (no class April 9) Seniors: #882-3 Non-Seniors: #882-4 Machine Embroidery If your machine has an embroidery module, you can explore and learn a whole new world of creativity and design possibilities in this class. Bring lunch, show and tell, lots of questions and your sewing machine to the first class. You must be experienced with your machine; please contact the instructor at [email protected] if you are concerned about this requirement. Each class is 6 hours long with an extra 1/2 hour break for lunch. Instructor: Trudy Smith is manager of the Quilter’s Studio, and has trained with Bernina sewing machines, but all machines are welcome. This class has limited seating, so sign up early! Location: Quilter’s Studio, 1090 Lawrence Dr, Newbury Park 91320 16 Mondays, 9:00am – 3:30pm February 23 – June 22 (no class April 6 and May 25) Cost: $250 for Seniors, $300 for NonSeniors Seniors: #892-3 Non-Seniors: #892-4 18 Wednesdays, 9:00am – 3:30pm February 18 – June 24 (no class April 8) Cost: $280 for Seniors, $330 for NonSeniors Seniors: #892-5 Non-Seniors: #892-6 NO REFUNDS Unless Class Cancelled by Conejo Valley Adult School Senior Adult Enrichment Advanced Spanish Learn reading, speaking and listening skills which are useful for travel, work or personal enrichment. This class is suitable for those with previous instruction or those who have had exposure to Spanish through travel. Class meets 10 times for 2 hours. Instructor: Bernie Calle is a native Spanish speaker from Colombia who has worked as a translator and is an ESL specialist at the Adult School. Cost: $60 for Seniors, $90 for Non-Seniors Location: Goebel Center, Wild Lilac Room 10 Mondays, 11:30am - 1:30pm February 23 – May 4 (no class April 6) Seniors: #890-7 Non-Seniors: #890-8 Check out these classes with special discounts for Seniors! iPad for Beginners...................... page 2 iPad: Beyond the Basics............ page 2 Intro to Backgammon................. page 4 Get to Know Your Camera.......... page 4 iPhone Photography................... page 4 Creative Art Journaling............... page 5 Functional Fitness...................... page 7 Classical Music Appreciation.... page 14 Life on a Good Note................. page 16 Transcending Grief................... page 16 Intro to Poetry Writing............... page 16 Writing Humorous Articles........ page 17 Memoir Writing......................... page 17 Improve your strength, balance, and mobility. Some exercises are done while sitting and some standing. Wear comfortable shoes and bring a set of hand-held weights, a strap and a yoga block. Class meets 20 times for 1 hour. Instructor: Jenny Klossner is a certified yoga instructor and is also certified through the Arthritis Foundation. Cost per session: $60 for Seniors, $95 for Non-Seniors Location: Horizon Hills, Multi Purpose Room Exception: March 23 & 25 class at CVAE Auditorium 20 Mondays/Wednesdays, 3:15 – 4:15pm February 18 – May 4 (no class April 6 and 8) Seniors: #841-6 Non-Seniors: #841-7 Dance Fitness This fun class incorporates limited aerobic exercises choreographed to music, to improve strength, flexibility and weight control.Class meets 20 times for 1 hour. Instructor: Del Herrera is a Senior Fitness Specialist who holds numerous fitness certifications. Cost: $60 for Seniors, $95 for Non-Seniors Location: Goebel Center, Multi Purpose Room 20 Tuesdays/ Thursdays, 10:45 – 11:45am February 12 – April 28 (no class April 7 and 9) Seniors: #820-7 Non-Seniors: #820-8 Gentle Yoga Zumba® Gold Zumba Gold is the low impact version of Zumba ®. Improve your cardiovascular health and balance in a fun dance party environment with less stress on your joints. Wear comfortable shoes and bring water. Class meets 20 times for 1 hour. ® Instructor: Del Herrera is a licensed Zumba® Basic and Zumba® Gold instructor. Cost: $60 for Seniors, $95 for Non-Seniors Location: Horizon Hills, Multi Purpose Room Exception: March 24 and 26 class at CVAE Auditorium 20 Tuesdays/Thursdays, 9:15 – 10:15am February 12 – April 28 (no class April 7 and 9) Seniors: #822-1 Non-Seniors: #822-2 Seniors: Age 62 and over Tone and Balance Become stronger, more flexible, and improve your balance and sense of well-being. Bring a sticky mat, a Mexican blanket or thick towel, two yoga blocks, and a yoga strap. Class meets 20 times for 1 hour. Instructor: Jenny Klossner is a certified yoga instructor and yoga therapist. Cost per session: $60 for Seniors, $95 for Non-Seniors Location: various, see below 20 Mondays/Wednesdays, 10:00 – 11:00am February 18 – May 4 (no class April 6 and 8) Seniors: #825-19 Non-Seniors: #825-20 Horizon Hills, Multi Purpose Room Exception: March 23 and 25 class at CVAE Auditorium 20 Mondays/Wednesdays, 2:00 – 3:00pm February 18 – May 4 (no class April 6 and 8) Seniors: #825-25 Non-Seniors: #825-26 Horizon Hills, Multi Purpose Room Exception: March 23 and 25 class at CVAE Auditorium 20 Tuesdays/Thursdays, 8:30 – 9:30am February 17 – April 30 (no class April 7 and 9) Seniors: #825-21 Non-Seniors: #825-22 Goebel Center, Multi Purpose Room 20 Tuesdays/Thursdays, 10:00 – 11:00am February 17 – April 30 (no class April 7 and 9) Seniors: #825-23 Non-Seniors: #825-24 Teen Center, Gym Chi Gong Chi Gong, or “energy skill”, is an ancient Chinese internal martial art used for cultivating health, longevity and self-awareness. Chi has been called the unseen life force. Through a combination of movement, breathing, focused intention and meditation, this class focuses on Chi Gong fundamentals and helping the student develop their own practice. Chi Gong is appropriate for all ages and fitness levels - no previous experience, mats or props required. Class meets 10 times for 1 hour. Instructor: John Slicker has been practicing Chi Gong since 1995. John brings a clear and balanced approach to an ancient, esoteric and holistic system of self-healing and meditation. Cost: $50 for Seniors, $95 for Non-Seniors Location: Conejo Valley Adult School, Auditorium 10 Tuesdays, 2:00 – 3:00pm February 17 – April 28 (no class April 7) Seniors: #4480-5 Non-Seniors: #4480-6 Move Them Bones: the Feldenkrais Method® The Feldendrais Method® teaches gentle movement sequences designed to enhance skeletal support and muscular efficiency. Learn to move easier with less stress and risk of injury through new ways of coordinating movement and enhancing cognitive functions. Individuals with physical or neurological challenges can learn to improve function and manage chronic discomfort. Lessons are on the floor and are not appropriate for severe conditions. Bring a mat to class. Instructor: Luis Sanchez is a Guild Certified Feldenkrais® practitioner. Since 1994 he has worked with Seniors, Musicians, Athletes and anyone interested in cultivating this learning process. Cost: $40 for Seniors, $85 for Non-Seniors Location: Conejo Valley Adult School, Auditorium 6 Thursdays, 10:30am - 12:00pm February 19 – April 2 (no class March 19) Seniors: #4931-1 Non-Seniors: #4931-2 NO REFUNDS Unless Class Cancelled by Conejo Valley Adult School 19 Find Your Career Path Here! Develop Your Computer Skills! To earn a certificate, take one class at a time or save time and money by registering for a complete daytime class package! Complete Daytime Class Packages Earn a Certificate Fast! ' Entry Path Take these classes in any order Word Level 1 $194 2 Weeks Take these classes in any order 3 Weeks 4 Weeks PowerPoint Level 1 $144 Excel Level 1&2 $448 6 Weeks PowerPoint Level 1&2 $388 3 Weeks Outlook Level 1 $144 Earn this Certificate Office Assistant $695 1 Week In as few as 8 weeks! Outlook Level 1&2 $208 Administrative Assistant $1,349 1 Week + + + Word Level 1&2 $388 ' Professional Path + + + Excel Level 1 $224 ' + 1 Week Earn this Certificate ' Take this class first! Computer Concepts $119 ' Need the Basics? 2 Weeks In as few as 16 weeks! Add Additional Skills! 4 Weeks Excel Level 1&2 $448 6 Weeks PowerPoint Level 1&2 $388 3 Weeks Outlook Level 1&2 $208 2 Weeks QuickBooks Earn Complete this $495 Certificate ' Take these classes in any order + + + + Word Level 1&2 $388 ' Accounting Path 6 Weeks Register by 3/13/15 to get in on our discounted Daytime Class Package fees and fastest pace! Fees include: Teacher directed class and all class materials including: comprehensive video learning libraries, textbooks, and online tests. 3 Simple Steps to Computer Skills Step 1—Choose Purchase classes and class materials individually, or Take a complete discounted daytime class package (includes all class materials) Step 2—Register By phone, in person, or online Payment plans available for discounted packages Call Wendy for more information (805) 497-2761 ext. 1011 Step 3—Boost Your Resume Continue adding more career classes to your chosen path! See all of our business and technology classes on pages 21 through 27! 20 We offer easy payment plans – Call Wendy: 805-497-2761 Ext. 1011 Office Manager $1,795 In as few as 22 weeks! Discounted daytime certificate package details on next page. Earn A Certificate! Complete Daytime Class Package Details START AT THE BEGINNING! Great when you want the basics for working in a professional office setting. Successfully complete Computer Concepts, Word 1, Excel 1, PowerPoint 1, and Outlook 1 to earn your Office Assistant certificate in as few as 8 weeks! Office Assistant Certificate In as few as 8 weeks! $695 $100 discount Daytime Classes Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays 9:00am – 12 noon 6820-6 March 16 – May 15, 2015 Summer Session: 6820-7 May 18 – July 10, 2015 No class: 4/3-4/10, 5/25, 7/3 Administrative Assistant Certificate Complete the Office Assistant classes and then develop professional level skills in Word 2, Excel 2, PowerPoint 2, and Outlook 2 to earn your Administrative Assistant certificate! In as few as 16 weeks! $1,349 Daytime Classes Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays 9:00am – 12 noon 6802-5 March 16 – July 10, 2015 No class: 4/3-4/10, 5/25, 7/3 Over $120 discount Office Manager Certificate Complete the classes in Administrative Assistant and then add 6 weeks of QuickBooks Complete to earn your Office Manager certificate! In as few as 22 weeks! $1,795 Over $170 discount No Computer Skills Needed to Register! Daytime Classes Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays 9:00am – 12 noon 6816-5 March 16 – August 21, 2015 No class: 4/3-4/10, 5/25, 7/3 Class Requirements – Homework and passing grades required for successful certificate completion. Number of weeks and fees listed on this page are based on the student attending daytime classes Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, 9am - Noon. Need a different schedule? Students may reschedule their classes as needed. Call for more information! Information Session –FREE Everyone is encouraged to attend! We’ll cover how to pursue a certificate by purchasing individual classes and materials or by taking a discounted daytime class package. You’ll see how our classes work together with our comprehensive video learning libraries, textbooks, and online testing to help you earn a certificate. No fee. No sales pitch! Open to everyone, however, pre-registration is required. Free Orientation is automatically included when you sign up for any daytime class package. Monday, 9-noon 6482-1 March 16 6482-2 May 18 Wednesday, 5:30 - 8:30pm 6482-3 February 11 6482-4 May 13 Add More Vital Skills to Your Resume! LinkedIn & Other Job Search Strategies Learn LinkedIn and strategies to produce a marketable resume, as well as other techniques that will get you noticed by the people who are hiring—you’ll also learn practical ways to ace the interview! Recommended: Basic computer skills 4 Wednesdays, 9am - noon 6933-6 February 11 – March 4 6933-7 April 15 – May 6 6933-8 June 10 - July 1 3 Saturdays, 9am – 1pm 6933-9 February 21 – March 7 $124 Microsoft Office Integration The Office was made for multitasking. Save time and increase your accuracy by using its amazing sharing power! Recommended: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, Level 1 or the equivalent 4 Wednesdays, 9am – noon 6585-4 February 25 – March 18 6585-6 April 29 – May 20 6585-7 June 24 – July 15 4 Thursdays Evenings, 6 - 9pm 6585-5 April 16 – May 7 Keyboarding – Touch Typing Keyboarding by touch means more than no peaking! Looking at your hands keeps most people from ever typing over 30 wpm! Come to this 4 week intensive keyboarding class to learn proper keyboarding techniques. Once you learn the rules, keep practicing until you ace that employment test! Students will be instructed on how to use our keyboarding software. Training is at your own pace. 4 Weeks, Monday through Thursdays, 3:30 - 4:30pm 6855-1 February 23 – March 19 $124 $124 Explore the rest of our business and technology courses on pages 22 through 27! Many packages are approved for funding by WIA, DOR, & CTB! Call Wendy (805) 497-2761 ext. 1011 21 Micrsoft & Business Classes Start Here! Outlook 2010 Computer Concepts—Hands-On! Only $64 Get Basic Computer Skills! Taught from the beginning so everyone can catch up. Get the big picture and fill in the gaps in your knowledge. Topics include everything from Operating Systems to Working with Storage Devices--even includes a brief introduction to software like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. No computer experience required. Daytimes 6236-12 6236-13 6236-14 6236-15 6236-16 Evenings 6236-11 6236-17 $64 Jan. 20, 21, 22 & 23 Mar. 6, 13, 20 & 27 Mar. 17, 18, 19, 20 Apr. 13, 15, 20 & 22 May 19, 20, 21 & 22 T/W/TH/F F/F/F/F T/W/TH/F M/W/M/W T/W/TH/F Feb. 23, Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 May 27, June 3, 10, 17, 24 & July 1 9-noon 9-noon 9-noon 1-4 9-noon 6 Mondays 6 Wednesdays 6-8pm 6-8pm Textbook and online testing included in certificate packages are available to all students for $55 in class. Word Word 2010, Level 1 The best first class to take when you want to learn about the Microsoft Office. Starts with navigating the tabs, ribbons, and toolbars. Covers selection, editing, formatting, table basics, page layout, headers and footers, proofing, printing, and includes an introduction to using graphics. Prerequisite: Basic computer skills Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9-noon 6302-8 Jan. 27, 29, Feb. 3 & 5 6302-10 Mar. 24, 26, 31 & Apr. 2 6302-14 May 26, 28, June 2 & 4 Mondays & Wednesdays, 1-4pm 6302-13 May 11, 13, 18 & 20 6 Monday Evenings, 6-8pm 6302-12 April 13 – May 18 This class includes using Mail Merge, Smart Art, columns, graphics, outlines, sections, and table formats for flyers, invitations, and more. We’ll also cover collaborating, sharing, securing content, working with macros, master documents, and tables of contents. Prerequisite: Word 2010, Level 1 or the equivalent Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9-noon 6325-7 Feb. 17, 19, 24 & 26 6325-8 Apr. 21, 23, 28 & 30 6325-10 June 16, 18, 23 & 25 4 Tuesday Evenings, 6-9pm 6325-9 May 5, 12, 19 & 26 6325-11 June 30, July 7, 14 & 21 3 Saturdays, 9-1pm 6325-12 Mar. 28, Apr. 18 & 25 No class 4/2, 4/9 3 Saturdays, 9-1pm 6302-9 Feb. 28, Mar. 7 & 14 6302-15 June 6, 13 & 20 $129 Word 2010, Level 2 $129 Comprehensive video learning library, textbook, and testing included in certificate packages are available to all students for $65 in class. Comprehensive video learning library, textbook, and testing included in certificate packages are available to all students for $65 in class. Finding Work 40+ Seminar Everyone is welcome! Come join others like yourself for this highly informative and motivating workshop. Discover your transferable skills; set small, manageable goals; handle ageism and overqualified issues; find resources; understand the need to upgrade your skills; and much more! This enlightening/fun event will prepare you to embrace the next opportunity that knocks at your door. This popular seminar fills quickly so please register in advance! 22 Outlook 2010, Level 1 Business uses Outlook! We’ll start with email management but quickly move on to contacts, tasks, appointments, events, meeting requests and responses! Prerequisite: Basic computer skills Tuesday & Thursday, 9-noon 6542-6 Mar. 10 & 12 6542-10 May 12 & 14 6542-9 July 7 & 9 2 Saturdays, 9-noon 6542-7 Mar. 14 & 21 6542-8 May 16 & 30 $64 Online resources, textbook, and testing included in certificate packages are available to all students for $55 in class. Outlook 2010, Level 2 Level 2 includes collaboration, mailbox management, using the notes and journals folders, managing your calendar and contacts, calender sharing and templates. Prerequisite: Outlook 2010, Level 1 or the equivalent Tuesday & Thursday, 9-noon 6546-1 Feb. 10 & 12 6546-3 Apr. 14 & 16 6546-5 June 9 & 11 2 Saturdays, 9-noon 6546-4 May 2 & 9 $64 There are no additional materials needed for this class. Students purchasing classes individually towards a certificate are required to purchase class materials. Students purchasing a complete discounted package (page 21) receive all class materials. ----------Detailed class outlines are on our website: www.ConejoAdultEd.org ----------Questions? Please join us for an Information Session (listed on page 21) or call us: 805-4972761 Ext. 1301 Wednesday, 5:30 - 8:30pm 6897-5 Feb. 11 6897-6 May 20 $20 Enrolling is easy: www.ConejoAdultEd.org or (805) 497-2761 Gain Essential Job Skills Excel Excel 2010, Level I Start working with Excel—or learn to work smarter! You will edit data and formulas, use timesaving tools for data and formulas, work with absolute and relative references, enter common functions, format worksheets for printing, understand chart basics, and manage large workbooks. Prerequisite: Basic computer skills 3 Weeks, Tuesday & Thursdays, 9-noon 6402-11 Feb. 17, 19, 24, 26, Mar. 3 & 5 6402-14 Apr. 21, 23, 28, 30, May 5 & 7 6402-17 June 16, 18, 23, 25, 30 & July 2 3 Weeks, Tuesday & Thursdays, 1-4pm 6402-15 May 12, 14, 19, 21, 26 & 28 Excel 2010, Level 2 Go Beyond The Basics! Excel can change the way you work! In this course you will work with multiple and large worksheets and workbooks; 3D formulas; advanced formatting; graphics; outlining and consolidating data; cell and range names; sorting and filtering data in tables; advanced charting; workbook protection; collaboration, PivotTables, and Macros. Prerequisite: Excel 2010, Level 1 or the equivalent 3 Weeks, Tuesday & Thursdays, 9-noon 6413-10 Jan. 20, 22, 27, 29, Feb. 3 & 5 6413-12 Mar. 17, 19, 24, 26, 31 & Apr. 2 6413-14 May 19, 21, 26, 28, June 2 & 4 6 Wednesday Evenings, 5:30-8:30pm 6413-11 Feb. 18 – March 25 6413-15 May 27 – July 1 6 Thursday Evenings, 6-9pm 6402-12 Feb. 19, 26, Mar. 5, 12, 19 & 26 6402-16 June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 & July 6 4 Saturdays, 9-1:30pm 6413-13 May 2, 9, 16 &30 4 Saturdays, 9-1:30pm 6402-13 Mar. 21, 28 & Apr. 18, 25 6402-18 June 27, July 11, 18, 25 $159 $159 Comprehensive video learning library, textbook, and testing included in certificate packages are available to all students for $65 in class. Comprehensive video learning library, textbook, and testing included in certificate packages are available to all students for $65 in class. PowerPoint & Presenting PowerPoint 2010, Level 1 Make slideshows for business, education, and personal use. This class will cover how to create a slide show from “scratch” as well as basing a slide show on an existing presentation by working with text, fonts, bullets, colors, graphics, and pictures. Prerequisite: Basic computer skills Tuesday & Thursday, 9-noon 6611-10 Feb. 10 & 12 6611-11 Apr. 14 & 16 6611-13 June 9 & 11 2 Saturdays, 9-noon 6611-12 May 2 & 9 $64 Comprehensive video learning library, textbook, and testing included in certificate packages are available to all students for $65 in class. PowerPoint 2010, Level 2 Add sound and video to your presentations! This class also covers integrating other Microsoft Office programs, removing backgrounds from images; apply animation effects, Smart Art, interactive elements, and more. Prerequisite: PowerPoint 2010, Level 1 or the equivalent 2 Weeks, Tuesday & Thursdays, 9-noon 6614-4 Mar. 3, 5, 10 & 12 6614-6 May 5, 7, 12 & 14 6614-8 June 30, July 2, 7 & 9 3 Saturdays, 9am-1pm 6614-5 Feb. 21, 28 & Mar. 7 6614-7 June 6, 13 & 20 $129 Comprehensive video learning library, textbook, and testing included in certificate packages are available to all students for $65 in class. Business Workshops Customer Service Techniques Ideal for the professional who needs to use Customer Service techniques on the job more efficiently. Customer service is a series of activities designed to enhance the level of customer satisfaction – that is, the feeling that a product or service has met the customer expectation. There is no prerequisite for this class. 4 Mondays, 9-noon 6265-4 March 9 – March 30 6265-5 May 11 – June 8 $124 Lose Your Fear! Speak & Present for Business! Learn to use your PowerPoint presentation to persuade, inspire, and impress! We know you hate speaking in front of people, yet a good presentation is essential to many jobs. Learn how to harness the power of presentation to communicate effectively and make a great impression! This class has a relaxed atmosphere! No stress! No tests! Prerequisite: PowerPoint 2010, Level 1 or the equivalent 4 Mondays, 9-noon 6625-4 Mar. 30, Apr. 13, 20 & 27 6625-5 June 15, 22, 29 & July 6 4 Tuesday Evenings, 6-9pm 6625-3 Feb. 10, 17, 24 & Mar. 3 6625-6 June 2, 9, 16 & 23 $129 Time Management Take control of your work day using important time management techniques for greater productivity and efficiency, a better professional reputation, less stress, and increased opportunities to achieve important goals. 4 Mondays, 9-noon 6909-1 Apr. 13 - May 4 6909-2 June 15 - July 6 $124 Enrolling is easy: www.ConejoAdultEd.org or (805) 497-2761 23 Computer Skills in Demand QuickBooks QuickBooks Complete Learn how to use QuickBooks on the job and how to set up and keep a company’s books accurate. Develop real-world job skills working with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll! You get all of QuickBooks Part 1 and 2, plus you get twice the class time to develop and test your skills; reinforce how to apply QuickBooks to real businesses; and work on projects and take tests for certification. All class materials are included; nothing else to purchase! Detailed class information is on our website Prerequisites: Basic computer skills QuickBooks, Part 1 This is a software class. Students wishing to use QuickBooks on the job are encouraged to take the QuickBooks Comprehensive certificate course above. 6521-8................................ Feb. 5, 10 & 12.............................. TH/T/TH...................................9-noon 6521-9................................ Mar. 19, 24 & 26 . ......................... TH/T/TH...................................9-noon 6521-11.............................. May 21, 26 & 28............................ TH/T/TH...................................9-noon Evenings 6521-10.............................. Mar. 30, Apr. 13 & 20 ................... 3 Mondays...............................6-9pm $129 6 Weeks, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9-noon 6834-6 Feb.3 - Mar. 12 6834-7 Mar. 17 - Apr. 30 6834-9 May 19 - June 25 12 Monday Evenings, 6:00 - 9:00 pm 6834-8 Mar. 23 - June 22 $495 Includes: Comprehensive video learning library, textbook, tests, and 140 day trial version of QuickBooks. Students pursuing the Office Manager certificate take this course. QuickBooks, Part 2 This is a software class. Applied QuickBooks for creating and maintaining a business, comprehensive video learning library, textbook, tests, and 140 day trial version of QuickBooks are offered in the QuickBooks Comprehensive certificate course above. 6526-8................................ Feb. 19, 24 & 26............................ TH/T/TH....................................9-noon 6526-9................................ Apr. 2, 14, 16................................. TH/T/TH....................................9-noon 6526-11.............................. June 4, 9 & 11............................... TH/T/TH....................................9-noon Evenings 6526-10.............................. May 4, 11, & 18 ............................ 3 Mondays................................ 6-9pm $129 Security & Networks Learn to support and secure computer networks in 3 classes. These classes are geared toward the industry standard CompTIA exams. Add Mobility Support for a more robust background. Basic computer skills are all you need to get started! Class #1 Computer Support Technician Class #2 Professional Computer Networks 8 Thursdays, 5:30 – 9:00 pm 6224-4 Feb. 19 - April 16 6224-7 May 21 - July 9 8 Meetings, 5:30 – 9:00 pm 6227-1 Feb. 17 - Apr. 14 6227-3 Apr. 21 - May 14 Be a successful computer technician. Dig into equipment that prepares you for the CompTIA A+ Exam! Prerequisite: Basic computer skills Daytimes, 8:30-noon 6224-5 Mar. 9 - Apr. 1 Mondays & Wednesdays 6224-6 May 11 - July 6 8 Mondays Install, configure, and troubleshoot computer networks so your clients can get their jobs done. Hands on prep for the CompTIA Network + exam. Prerequisite: Computer Support Technician 4 Weeks, Mondays & Wednesdays, 8:30-noon 6227-2 Apr. 13 - May 6 $349 (Includes textbook) CompTIA exam not included $349 No Experience Needed! Class #3 Network Security Mobile Support Deploy, Setup and Repair iPhones, Tablets, and other mobile computing devices. Hands on prep for the CompTIA Mobility Exam! Prerequisite: Basic computer skills 8 Mondays, 5:30 – 9:00 pm 6207-1 Feb. 23 - April 20 (No class 4/6) 6207-2 June 1 - July 20 $349 (Includes all class materials) CompTIA exam not included 24 8 Tuesdays 4 Weeks, Tuesdays & Thursdays (Includes all class materials) CompTIA exam not included You ARE the Gatekeeper! You ARE the Keymaster! Protect your people and their data! Hands on prep for the CompTIA Security + Exam! Prerequisite: Professional Computer Networks 8 Wednesdays, 8:30-noon 6202-1 May 13 - July 1 8 Tuesdays, 5:30 – 9:00 pm 6202-2 May 19 - July 7 $349 (Includes all class materials) CompTIA exam not included Enrolling is easy: www.ConejoAdultEd.org or (805) 497-2761 Creative Job Skills Computer Graphics & Photography Beginning Computer Graphic Design Every private company, government department, and nonprofit organization gets their message out with printed and online images. Learning to create, combine, and alter images is a big plus on any resume. This course is for anyone who wants to work as or with a graphic artist—or simply wants to add a valuable skill to their resume. Skills Courses Include: • Introduction to Digital Photos & Images • Photoshop Basics & Beyond • Illustrator Basics & Beyond • InDesign Basics & Beyond Prerequisite: Basic computer skills Lightroom & Photoshop for Photographers Photoshop and Lightroom are two very different programs that both offer immense value to photographers—especially when used together! Lightroom has some great controls and makes quick work of organizing your photo collection. However, when it comes to seamless photo editing and unique color and tone, nothing beats Photoshop. Use them both and enjoy your photos more than ever. Photoshop, Basics & Beyond 4 Thursday eves, 6-9pm 6661-5 Mar. 5, 12, 19 & 26 $129 Adobe Lightroom 1 Wednesday, 6-9pm 6691-2 Apr. 15 12 Thursday eves, 5:30 – 9pm 6689-4 February 19 - May 21 No class 4/2, 4/9 $474 (Includes 3 textbooks) $32 Photoshop, Intermediate 4 Wednesday eves, 6-9pm 6666-4 Apr. 22, 29, May 6 & 13 $129 Websites Website Creation & Maintenance Knowing how to create dynamic, appealing, and user friendly websites—and maintain them—is an essential job skill whether you are an administrative assistant or want to start your own business. Learn the basics of HTML & CSS; Dreamweaver; additional website creation software; how to optimize your website for search engines and get it seen! Skills Courses Include: • HTML5 • CSS3 • Dreamweaver • Search Engine Optimization • Photo Optimization for the Web • You’ll leave with a website for your portfolio! PHP & MySQL—Database Websites Combining MySQL and PHP—two of the world’s most popular open source web tools with your data and imagination creates interactive websites! Making your website a personal experience for each of its visitors means it needs to know who is visiting, what is important to them, and do what they need, while you get what you need and want too! These are the goals of using a database driven, server side scripted website. Prerequisite: Website Creation & Maintenance or the equivalent Prerequisite: Understanding of the Windows folder/ 8 Meetings, 5:30 - 9:00 pm file structure through experience or a Windows class 6916-3 Feb. 11 - Apr. 1 6916-4 Apr. 27 - May 20 8 Tuesdays, 5:30 - 9pm 6837-4 Feb. 17 - Apr. 14 $349 6837-5 May 19 - July 7 $349 (Includes textbooks) PHP & MySql (6916-3) follows 8 Wednesdays 4 Weeks Monday & Wednesdays Word Press For Profit Build a website. Develop a following. Make Money. For those who do not want to learn programming— business owners, professionals, artists—everyone. In no time—and with no technical knowledge—you can build your website with a customized look and feel. Change the functionality of a site and understand what EVERY site must have. You’ll also learn how to generate traffic to your website and strategies for making money with your site. Prerequisite: Basic computer skills 6 Evenings, 6 - 9pm 6733-2 Mar. 10, 17, 24, 31, Apr. 14 & 21 6 Tuesdays 6733-4 May 14, 21, 28 June 4, 11 & 18 6 Thursdays $179 Payment plans available for some classes! Call Wendy (805) 497-2761 Ext. 1011 No refunds unless class is cancelled by Conejo Valley Adult School 25 Computer Classes Business & Technology Beginners! Microsoft Saturday Classes Windows 8/8.1 Frustrated with your new computer? Learn to work with the new Start screen, tiles, and the Charms bar. Practice using the Maps, Calendar, People, Mail, Store, and Pictures apps as well as the new Internet Explorer app. 2 Fridays, 9-noon 6275-7 Feb. 27 & Mar. 6 6275-8 May 8 & 15 $64 This class will help you manage your files, whether you are using Windows 7 or Windows 8/8.1. 4 Wednesdays, 9-noon 6270-5 Mar. 25, Apr. 1, 15 & 22 6270-6 May 27, June 3, 10 & 17 $124 Stay Connected! Internet Security – Do’s and Don’ts Everyone can learn how to be safe on the Internet from your computer or smart phone. Learn from industry expert easy ways to keep you and your family safe while enjoying the wonders of Cyberspace! 3 Fridays, 9-11am 6304-1 March 13, 20 & 27 $59 $129 $129 3 Saturdays, 9-1pm 6302-9 Feb. 28, Mar. 7, 14 6302-15 June 6, 13 & 20 Comprehensive video learning library, textbook, and testing included in certificate packages are available to all students for $65 in class. 4 Saturdays, 9-1:30pm 6402-13 Mar. 21, 28 & Apr. 18, 25 (no class 4/4 & 4/11) 6402-18 June 27, July 11, 18, 25 $159 Comprehensive video learning library, textbook, and testing included in certificate packages are available to all students for $65 in class. Outlook 2010, Level 1 2 Saturdays, 9-noon 6542-7 Mar. 14 & 21 6542-8 May 16 & 30 $64 Online resources, textbook, and testing included in certificate packages are available to all students for $55 in class. PowerPoint 2010, Level 1 2 Saturdays, 9-noon 6611-12 May 2 & 9 Hands-on class! Bring your tablet, phone, or iPad! Store, share, retrieve, and sync your photos and files to all of your devices. We’ll also guide you in safe storage for your photos in the Cloud! 3 Fridays, 9-noon 6952-5 April 17, 24 & May 1 6952-6 May 29, June 5 & 12 $89 Transferring Photos to Your Computer Bring your camera, phone, USB cord, manual, and a flash drive. 1 Friday, 9-noon 6960-5 Feb. 20 6960-6 May 22 $32 Email: Attachments & more Learn to send and save photos and other email attachments from and to your computer. 2 Fridays, 9-noon 6833-4 June 19 & 26 3 Saturdays, 9-4pm 6325-12 Mar. 28, Apr. 18 & 25 (no class 4/4 & 4/11) Comprehensive video learning library, textbook, and testing included in certificate packages are available to all students for $65 in class. Excel 2010, Level 2 4 Saturdays, 9-1:30pm 6413-13 May 2, 9, 16 & 30 $159 Comprehensive video learning library, textbook, and testing included in certificate packages are available to all students for $65 in class. Outlook 2010, Level 2 2 Saturdays, 9-noon 6546-4 May 2 & 9 $64 There are no additional materials needed for this class. PowerPoint 2010, Level 2 3 Saturdays, 9am-1pm 6614-5 Feb. 21, 28 & Mar. 7 6614-7 June 6, 13 & 20 $129 $64 Store and Share Online with Dropbox 26 Level 2 Classes Word 2010, Level 2 Excel 2010, Level I Windows 7 & 8 File Management $59 Level 1 Classes Word 2010, Level 1 Online resources, textbook, and testing included in certificate packages are available to all students for $65 in class. Comprehensive video learning library, textbook, and testing included in certificate packages are available to all students for $65 in class. More class dates and detailed class information is on our website and on pages 22-23 of this catalog. Access Database Essentials Anyone who needs to manipulate, analyze or report on data should learn this tool. In this class you will: Build tables, import data from multiple different sources, establish data relationships, and create intuitive interfaces with forms. 2 Saturdays, 9-2pm 6461-2 Feb. 7 & 21 $89 Book Optional: $40 in class Only students pursuing certificates are required to purchase class materials. All class materials are included in the discounted packages on page 21. ----------Detailed class outlines are on our website: www. ConejoAdultEd.org ----------Questions? Please join us for an Information Session (listing on page 21) or call us: 805-4972761 Ext. 1301. Microsoft Office Specialist Certificate Once you’ve successfully completed our Level 2 classes for Word, Excel, PowerPoint, or Outlook you may be ready for the Microsoft Office Specialist exams! Exam vouchers are $130 each and come with one retake. Visit www.certiport.com and click on “Products” for more information on the Microsoft Office Specialist certification, and then call us for an appointment. Wondering if you are ready? We offer pre-tests for $15 (by appointment—call 805-497-2761 ext. 1301). Enrolling is easy: www.ConejoAdultEd.org or (805) 497-2761 Business & Technology Adobe Classes Creative Computer Classes Digital Photos & Images: An Introduction for Everyone NEW! A clear explanation for everyone new to digital photos and those ready to expand their computer graphic skills. This hands-on class gives a solid foundation for working with digital images. We’ll cover pixels and vectors; jpg, png, gif, and other file types; resolution; and explore when it is best to use Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and other software for your projects. Prerequisite: Basic computer skills 2 Thursday eves, 6-9pm 6835-3 February 19 & 26 $64 This course includes adjusting, editing, and using techniques to make your photos always look great. You’ll gain skills in making selections, retouching, compositing, adding text, and more. Then we’ll get to work correcting common photo problems and having some fun with special effects. 6 Wednesday eves, 6-8pm 6943-5 Feb. 18, 25 Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25 6943-6 May 20, 27, June 3, 10, 17 & 24 $129 Photoshop Elements, Combining Images and other Techniques $79 Website Website Coding, Beginning HTML forms the building blocks of all websites. CSS simplifies changes and allows your site to look good on any device. This class has you writing and understanding source code and website organization right off the bat. Formatting text, attaching links, adding graphics, and understanding the operations of cascading style sheets—you’ll create a website from code before the course is over. 3 Tuesday eves, 6-9pm 6720-7 Feb. 17, 24 & Mar. 3 6720-8 May 19, 26 & June 2 $99 Textbook is available to all students for $50 in class. Textbooks included in our certificate courses (see below) Prerequisite: Photoshop Elements, Basics plus Essential Techniques or the equivalent Combine images and create unique photo projects! You know the basics; now learn how to make difficult selections quickly and easily and how to harness the true power of Elements by working with adjustment layers, clipping masks, and layer masks. Then apply everything you’ve learned by creating a project from scratch. 4 Wednesday eves, 6-8pm 6697-2 Apr. 15, 22, 29 & May 6 6697-3 July 1, 8, 15 & 22 Lightroom, Basics Lightroom is Adobe’s essential software for organizing and working with your photography! Seamlessly works with Photoshop--allowing you to experiment nondestructively without limits! Advanced controls for tone, contrast, color, and more. It will even organize all your photos and help you to easily share them. 6691-1..............Feb. 5......................... TH/TH......................... 6-9pm 6691-2..............Apr. 15........................ W................................ 6-9pm $32 Digital Photos for Everyone Photoshop Elements, Basics PLUS Essential Techniques Creative Cloud Dreamweaver, Basics & Beyond Design and create websites by getting to know the most powerful website creation tool on the market. Even if you decide to use different software to create your website, Dreamweaver will teach you to create a professional looking site. 3 Tuesday eves, 6-9pm 6734-5 Mar. 10, 17 & 24 6734-6 June 9, 16 & 23 $99 Textbook is available to all students for $50 in class. Textbooks included in our certificate courses (see below) Prerequisite for above classes: Understanding of the Windows folder/file structure through experience or a Windows class Certificate Courses! Website Creation & Maintenance PHP & MySql Beginning Computer Graphics These courses include some of the classes listed on this page, but offer more hands-on training, more in-depth information, more time with your teacher, certificates, books, and portfolio projects. See page 25. Photoshop, Basics & Beyond Recommended: Digital Photos & Images (left) or the equivalent Photoshop is a professional tool that the home user and photographer can use with great results. You’ll leave this class understanding selections, layers, and many of Photoshop’s specialized tools. 6661-5..............Mar. 5, 12, 19 & 26.............TH/TH/TH/TH...... 6-9pm 6661-6..............June 18, 25, July 2 & 9.....TH/TH/TH/TH...... 6-9pm $129 Textbook is available to all students for $50 in class. Textbooks included in our certificate courses (see below) Photoshop, Intermediate Recommended: Photoshop, Basics & Beyond Advanced techniques for using Bridge, layers, & masks; repairing and retouching; creating composites; producing special effects; and making the most of Smart Objects. 6666-3..............Feb. 7 & 21.........................S/S.................9am-4pm 6666-4..............Apr. 22, 29, May 6 & 13.....W/W/W/W............ 6-9pm $129 Textbook is available to all students for $50 in class. Textbooks included in our certificate courses (see below) Illustrator, Basics & Beyond Recommended: Digital Photos & Images (above/left) or the equivalent Create and combine simple shapes, text and color to make professional looking logos and more! 6637-8..............Apr. 16, 23 & 30................ TH/TH/TH............. 6-9pm $99 Textbook is available to all students for $50 in class. Textbooks included in our certificate courses (see below) InDesign, Basics & Beyond Recommended: Digital Photos & Images (above/left) or the equivalent InDesign allows you to create great looking and organized layouts that are easy to change and modify. InDesign is the perfect application to use for printed materials. Get to know and work with this amazing print tool. 6686-2..............May 7, 14, 21.............. TH/TH/TH................... 6-9pm $99 Textbook is available to all students for $50 in class. Textbooks included in certificate courses (see below) Enrolling is easy: www.ConejoAdultEd.org or (805) 497-2761 27 Daytime Administrative Medical Programs Successful program completion provides eligibility to sit for National Certification in all programs listed below. (High School Diploma or Equivalent may be required for National Medical Assisting Certification) All textbooks and scrubs included in program cost Start Building Your Medical Career Now! Administrative Medical Assistant 9 Weeks Become a Nationally Certificated Administrative Medical Assistant. Learn all the skills needed to handle the busy and demanding medical office in our state-of-the-art Front Office Lab with fully functioning medical office and computers for every student. Program Includes: • Computer Training for the Medical Office • Ethics & Medical Legalities Na Certifitional • Beginning Insurance Billing &Coding • Phone Techniques & Triage cation • Pharmacology Recognition • Introduction to Electronic Health Records ! • Computerized Appointment Scheduling • Simulated Medical Office • Basic Medical Terminology • CPR/1st Aid #6002-3 February 23, 2015-April 30, 2015 Mon-Thurs: 8:30am-1:00pm (no class 4/6/15-4/10/15) 4-week Externship Included! Medical Insurance Billing & Coding Room 2 $1,950 9 Weeks Billing & Coding specialists play key roles in the medical industry. Learn to run the business side of the medical office to ensure medical facilities provide the best patient care. Through hands-on training, Our National Certificated course in Medical Insurance Billing and Coding will give you the skills needed to start your career. Our course is industry-focused and taught by experts with current real-world experience. Program Includes: • Accurate code assignment • Use of ICD-9,CPT& HCPCS texts Na • Insurance claims& billing • Charge, payment & adjustment of postings Certifitional cation • Reading EOB’s • Accounting & business applications ! • HIPAA laws • Introduction to ICD-10 #6018-5 February 23, 2015-April 30, 2015 (no class 4/6/15-4/10/15) Electronic Health Records Mon-Thurs: 1:30pm-4:00pm NEW! Room 2 $1,650 9 Weeks It is now mandatory for all medical offices to convert their paper charts to digital records. Enhance your current medical training program or upgrade your present medical career with the skills that are in demand in a job market Na that will be facing a major increase in job availability. This NEW course allows the student to learn the features, Cert tional ificati on! function and workflows of medical office management systems, including administration, practice management, clinical and billing activities using a live electronic medical record system. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be eligible to take the National Exam for CEHRS certification. NATIONAL EXAM FEE INCLUDED! #6029-1 February 23, 2015-April 30, 2015 Monday – Thursday, 4:30-6:00pm (Prerequisite: Medical Insurance Billing and Coding, see above) Medical Office Administration Program Room 2 $899 9 Weeks Medical job opportunities will be best for those who have a variety of medical skills as well as an understanding of medical terminology, office protocols and knowledge of new computerized medical business methods. Add Medical Billing & Coding, Electronic Health Records to our C Nationa ertific l Administrative Medical Assisting Program for sound administrative training specifically for ation ! medical offices. Employment is projected to grow fastest in doctors’ offices and in-home healthcare agencies and the demands of medical group practice management will grow as these organizations become larger and more complex. #6042-1 February 23, 2015-April 30, 2015 Monday-Thursday 8:30am-6:00pm (no class 4/6/15-4/10/15) Includes all textbooks and a set of scrubs! 4-week Externship Included 28 Easy payment plans available. Call Wendy (805) 497-2761 ext. 1011 $4,100 Daytime Clinical Medical Programs Successful program completion provides eligibility to sit for National Certification. (High School Diploma or Equivalency may be required for National Certification) Many of our programs include externships (see below). All textbooks, scrubs, and CPR/1st aid included. Start Building Your Medical Career Now! Administrative/Clinical Medical Assistant 18 Weeks Become a Nationally Certificated Medical Assistant. A Medical Assistant is responsible for assisting the physician with patient care as well as being responsible for administrative and clerical tasks. The Program includes the complete Administrative Medical Assisting program (on the previous page) PLUS: • Vitals, Triage, Point of Care Tests • Basic Phlebotomy • Introduction to EKGs • Injections Na Certifitional • Patient Prep and Assessment • Sterilization Techniques & Procedure set-ups cation • Basic Medical & Lab Terminology • Basic Instrument Recognition ! • Back Office Medical Charting • Basic Anatomy & Physiology • CPR/1st Aid #6006-3 February 23, 2015-July 2, 2015 Mon-Thurs: 8:30am-1:00pm (no class 4/6/15-4/10/15, 5/25/15) Room 2 4-week Externship Included! $3,400 EKG Technician NEW! 9 Weeks EKG technicians work in physician’s offices, hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare facilities and organizations and can also work for insurance companies to provide data for health and life insurance policies. The demand for EKG technicians is expected to continue to grow substantially. Approximately 25% more EKG technician jobs will be available by the year 2018 (Bureau of Labor & Statistics). Program Includes: • Detailed Anatomy & Physiology of the heart • Introduction to components, function, and proper use of the EKG machine Na Certifitional • Medical disease processes & terminology cation • The normal anatomy of the chest wall for proper lead placement ! • Medical ethics & legal aspects of patient contact • Electrocardiography • 12-lead placement & other practices #6387-1 May 4, 2015-July 2, 2015 Mon & Wed: 1:30pm-4:30pm and Tues & Thurs: 1:30-3:00pm Room 1 $799 (no class 4/6/15-4/10/150 (Prerequisite: Completion or concurrent with Clinical Medical Assisting class) Advanced Phlebotomy 2 Weeks Medical Laboratory Assistant 4 Weeks This California State Approved course is designed to be combined with the Clinical Medical Assisting program. Basic Phlebotomy (included in the Clinical MA program above) must be successfully completed before acceptance into this class. This 20 hour didactic program is a requirement for phlebotomy licensing. Upon successful completed of both Basic & Advanced Phlebotomy, the student is eligible to sit for the NCCT Exam. ($90 test fee, due to NCCT) #6075-10July 6, 2015-July 16, 2015 Mon-Thurs: 8:30am-1:00pm Room 8B (no class 4/6/15-4/10/15) $595 This class is designed to provide Certified Phlebotomy Technicians with the skills necessary to become more marketable for employment in a hospital or laboratory setting. Students will become proficient in the following: • Advanced blood collection techniques using butterfly needles and syringes •Troubleshooting difficult collection sites • Specimen handling, processing, and storage • Specimen preparation for outreach laboratories • Blood smear preparation • Microscope handling • CLIA-waived testing • Point-of-Care Testing (POCT) • Identifying and eliminating pre-analytical errors • Chain of Custody Tests • Ensuring Quality Control & Quality Assurance #6030-3 July 7, 2015-July 30, 2015 Tuesday & Thursdays 1:30pm-4:30pm Room WWC $399 (no class 4/6/15-4/10/15) Clinical Medical Technician 22 Weeks The Clinical Medical Technician program blends all of the healthcare courses above with sound clinical training specifically for medical offices. The Administrative and Clinical Medical Assistant program is the foundation to which are added the other vital medical skills: EKG Technician, Phlebotomy Technician and Medical Laboratory Assisting. Employment is projected to grow the fastest in doctors’ offices and in-home healthcare agencies. Ce National rtifica In addition, demand in medical group practice management will grow as these organizations become tion! larger and more complex. Opportunities will be best for those who have a background in a variety of clinical skills as well as an understanding of medical terminology and office protocols. #6038-1 February 23, 2015-July 30, 2015 Monday-Thursday 8:30am-6:00pm (no class 4/6/15-4/10/15) Includes all textbooks and a set of scrubs $4,650 Easy payment plans available. Call Wendy (805) 497-2761 ext. 1011 29 Daytime Medical Assistant Program Packages Save on our discounted packages that will make you even more valuable to any doctor’s office All packages include CPR/1st Aid, all books and scrubs. High School Diploma or Equivalent may be required for National Certification exam. Payment Plans available for all programs! Call Wendy (805)497-2761 ext. 1011. Administrative Medical Assistant/ Billing & Coding Specialist Administrative & ClinicalMedical Assistant/ 9 weeks Phlebotomy Technician 20 weeks Includes: Full Administrative Medical Assistant day program (see p. 28) with a specialization in Billing & Coding (see p. 28). Successful completion provides eligibility to sit for the NCCT exam in Administrative Medical Assisting and Billing & Coding. Hours: Monday-Thursday, 8:30am-4:00pm Room 2 Includes: 4-week MA externship! (For eligible students) #6012-3 February 23, 2015-April 30, 2015 $3,375 (no class 4/6/15-4/10/15) Includes: Full Administrative & Clinical Medical Assistant day program (see p. 29) with a specialization in Phlebotomy Technician(see p. 34). Successful completion provides eligibility to sit for the NCCT exam in Medical Assisting and Phlebotomy. Hours: Monday-Thursday, 8:30am-1:00pm Room 1 & 2 Includes: 4-week MA externship and 2-week Phlebotomy externship (For eligible students) #6014-3 February 23, 2015-July 16, 2015 $3,750 (no class 4/6/15-4/10/15, 5/25/15) Administrative & Clinical Medical Assistant/ Billing and Coding Specialist 18 weeks Administrative & Clinical Medical Assistant/ Be invaluable to a medical office! This package includes the full Administrative & Phlebotomy Technician /Medical Clinical Medical Assistant day program (see p. 29) with a specialization in Billing and Lab Assistant 22 weeks Coding (see p. 28). Hours: Administrative MA /Billing: Monday-Thursday, 8:30-4:00pm 9 wks Clinical MA: Monday-Thursday, 8:30-1:00pm 9 wks Includes: 4-week MA externship! (For eligible students) Successful completion provides eligibility to sit for the NCCT exam in Medical Assisting and Billing & Coding. #6016-3 February 23, 2015-July 2, 2015 Rooms 1 & 2 (no class 4/6/15-4/10/15, 5/25/15) $4,650 Includes: Full Administrative & Clinical Medical Assistant day program (see p. 29) with a specialization in Phlebotomy Technician (see p. 34) and Medical Laboratory Assistant (see p. 29). Successful completion provides eligibility to sit for the NCCT exam in Medical Assisting and Phlebotomy. Hours: Monday & Wednesday, 8:30am-1:00 and Room 1 & 2 Tuesday & Thursday, 8:30am-1:00pm, 4:30pm-6:00pm Includes: 4-week MA externship and 2-week Phlebotomy externship! (For eligible students) #6010-1 February 23, 2015-July 30, 2015 $3,825 (no class 4/6/15-4/10/15, 5/25/15) Administrative & Clinical Medical Assistant/ Billing and Coding Specialist/ Administrative & Clinical Medical Phlebotomy Technician I 20 weeks Assistant/Phlebotomy Technician/EKG This program includes our full daytime Administrative & Clinical Medical Assisting 20 weeks program (see p. 29) plus our full Phlebotomy Certification (see p. 34) plus Billing and Technician Coding Specialist (see p. 28). Hours: Administrative & Clinical MA, Monday-Thursday, 8:30am-1:00pm Billing and Coding: Monday-Thursday, 1:30-4:30pm Includes: 4-week MA externship plus 1-2 week Phlebotomy externship (For eligible students) Room 2 #6019-3 February 23, 2015-July 16, 2015 Rooms 1 & 2 (no class 4/6/15-4/10/15, 5/25/15) $4,999 Includes: Full Administrative & Clinical Medical Assistant day program (see p. 29) with a specialization in Phlebotomy Technician (see p. 34) and EKG Technician (see p. 29) Successful completion provides eligibility to sit for the NCCT exam in Medical Assisting and Phlebotomy. Hours: Monday& Wednesday: 8:30am-4:00pm Room 1 & 2 Tuesday &Thursday, 8:30am-1:00pm Includes: 4-week MA externship and 2-week Phlebotomy externship! (For eligible students) #6013-1 February 23, 2015-July 16, 2015 $4,275 (no class 4/6/15-4/10/15, 5/25/15) Comprehensive Medical Office Management Package 22 Weeks This intensive package focuses on the preparation of the Medical Assistant for increasing management responsibility within the medical office or clinic. In the comprehensive Medical Certification Training Package, students will complete all of the classes listed on pages 28 & 29 and be ready for entry level management opportunities. Program includes: • Apply management theory to effectively supervise medical office staff • Measure & Record Patient Vital Signs • Problem solving & medical office management • Assist with examinations & minor surgery • Employ computer applications to perform business activities • Administer oral and injectable medications • Medical billing and insurance payments • Perform Phlebotomy & Point of Care Testing & CLIA Waived Testing • Provide patient instruction in health promotion and wellness • Perform electrocardiography Students must attend both sessions #6008-1 Feb. 23 – April 30, 2015 Monday-Thursday: 8:30am-6:00pm #6008-2 May 2 – July 30, 2015 Monday-Thursday: 8:30am-4:30pm (no class 4/6/15-4/10/15, 5/25/15) $6,799 30 Schedule a tour! Call Wendy 805-497-2761 ext. 1011 or email [email protected] Medical Careers Professional Development Evening Medical Assistant Programs Great y us for B les! u Sched Keep your day job and train at night! Requirements for all Medical Assisting classes: 18 years or older; proof of immunization titers and TB test (given within the last 3 months). Both tests can be administered at the Waverly Wellness Center on campus. Details given on first day of class. Administrative Medical Assistant 16 weeks Especially designed for those with a daytime job. You can work during the day and get your certificate at night! Coursework includes: • Medical Office Management • Basic Pharmacology • Computerized Appointment Scheduling • Medical Terminology • Beginning Insurance Billing and Coding • Ethics and Legal issues • Business Communications • HIPAA and Blood borne pathogens • Health Information Management • CPR & 1st Aid • Safety, Security & Emergencies in the Medical Office • Finances and Human Resources Management • Computer training for the Medical Office Hours: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6:30-9:30pm Dates: 2/24/15-6/18/15 (no class 4/6/15-4/10/15, 5/25/15) Prepares students to sit for the NCCT exam for Administrative Medical Assistant ($90 fee) $1,100 (includes textbooks and set of scrubs) Note: MA EXTERNSHIPS ARE NOT AVAILABLE WITH THIS CLASS #6001-2 Room 2 Administrative Medical Assistant/Billing and Coding Specialist 16 weeks Extra skills get you a better job! This program combines the full Administrative Medical Assisting program (see above) with Billing and Coding Specialist (see page 28). Save $$$!! Hours: Mon/Wed: Billing & Coding, 6:30-9:30pm Tues/Thurs: Administrative MA, 6:30-9:30pm Dates: 2/23/15-6/18/15 (no class 4/6/15-4/10/15, 5/25/15) Prepares students to sit for the NCCT exam in Administrative Medical Assisting and Billing & Coding ($90 fee) $2,400 (includes textbooks, coding books and set of scrubs) Note: MA EXTERNSHIPS ARE NOT AVAILABLE WITH THIS CLASS #6015-2 Room 2 Administrative Medical Assistant/ Clinical Medical Assistant 16 weeks Be more marketable! Get your full Medical Assisting certificate (see above) AND save money! Hours: Tuesday and Thursday, 3:00-9:30pm Room 1 & 2 Dates: 2/24/15-6/18/15 (no class 4/6/15-4/10/15, 5/25/15) Prepares students to sit for the NCCT exam in Medical Assisting ($90 fee) $2,200 (includes textbooks and set of scrubs) Note: MA EXTERNSHIPS ARE NOT AVAILABLE WITH THIS CLASS #6023-2 Add our new Spanish for the Healthcare Provider Course to any program for an additional Certificate (see page 33). Par t-ti m Clinical Medical Assistant e! 16 weeks Employers are demanding certifications. Improve your skills and get a better job! Coursework includes: • Exam room and procedure set ups • Patient prep and assessments • Vitals and EKGs • Point of care testing; triaging • Basic Phlebotomy and injections • Medical and Lab terminology • Basic anatomy and physiology • Medical legalities • Includes CPR/First aid certificate classes! Tuesday and Thursday Dates: 2/24/15-6/18/15 or (no class 4/6/15-4/10/15, 5/25/15) #6009-5: 3:00-6:00pm Tuesday and Thursday Dates: 2/24/15-6/18/15 #6009-6: 6:30-9:30pm $1,350 (includes textbooks and set of scrubs) Note: MA EXTERNSHIPS ARE NOT AVAILABLE WITH THIS CLASS Room 1 Clinical Medical Assistant/ Phlebotomy Technician 20 weeks This class combines the Clinical Medical Assisting class (see above) with the Advanced Phlebotomy class to complete your classroom requirements for full Phlebotomy certification. Includes Phlebotomy externship. Tuesday and Thursday Dates: 2/24/15-7/16/15 or (no class 4/6/15-4/10/15, 5/25/15) #6024-3: 3:00-6:00pm Tuesday and Thursday Dates: 2/24/15-7/16/15 #6024-4: 6:30-9:30pm Prepares students to sit for the NCCT exam in Phlebotomy $1,800 (includes textbooks and set of scrubs) NCCT exam fee $90 Note: MA EXTERNSHIPS ARE NOT AVAILABLE WITH THIS CLASS Room 1 Medical Administrative Asst./Clinical Medical Assistant/Phlebotomy Technician 20 weeks Expand your job possibilities! This program combines the Medical Assisting program (see above) plus the Advanced Phlebotomy class to complete the classroom requirements for certification. Includes Phlebotomy externship. Hours: Tuesday and Thursday, 3:00-9:30pm Room 1 & 2 Dates: 2/24/15-7/16/15 (no class 4/6/15-4/10/15, 5/25/15) Prepares students to sit for the NCCT exam in Medical Assisting and Phlebotomy ($90 each exam) $2,500 (includes textbooks and set of scrubs) Note: MA EXTERNSHIPS ARE NOT AVAILABLE WITH THIS CLASS #6025-2 Payment plans available! Call Wendy (805) 497-2761 ext. 1011 31 Professional Development Medical Careers Medical Insurance Billing and Coding These certificate courses will teach you to effectively and efficiently maintain a patient’s medical records and other health and medical information and teach you to process medical claims forms correctly, handle patient invoices, and obtain reimbursement for both patients and Doctors. Medical Insurance Billing is a stable and lucrative field within the medical industry. This is a combination Beginning, Advanced and Computerized Medical Billing class! This combination of skills makes you an ideal candidate for billing in a Dr.’s office or a Medical Insurance company. Program provides Certificates of Completion in Billing and Coding and Medical Terminology & Anatomy and provides eligibility to sit for the NCCT National Exam in Medical Billing and Coding ($90 fee). Coursework includes: • Accurate code assignment • Use of ICD-9, CPT & HCPCS texts • Insurance claims & billing • Charge, Payment & Adjustment of Postings • Reading EOB’s • Medical Terminology & Anatomy • HIPAA laws • Accounting & business applications Billing & Coding Specialist - Daytime 9 weeks Monday – Thursday, 1:30-4:00pm #6018-5 February 23, 2015-April 30, 2015 (no class 4/6/15-4/10/15) $1,650 (includes textbook & workbook) CPT and ICD-9 code books included Room 2 Billing & Coding Specialist - Evening 16 weeks Monday & Wednesday, 6:30-9:30pm #6018-4 February 23, 2015-June 17, 2015 (no class 4/6/15-4/10/15, 5/25/15) $1,650 (includes textbook & workbook) CPT and ICD-9 code books included Room 2 • Intro to ICD-10 Pharmacy Technician Work in retail pharmacy, hospital, pharmaceutical company or health maintenance organization. Coursework includes: • Transcribing physician’s orders • Correct medication packaging • Calculating doses • Labeling prescriptions • Preparing IVs • Drug distribution systems (Includes CPR/1st Aid certification) This class provides passing students with a Certificate of Completion for Pharmacy Technician and prepares students to sit for the PTCB National exam, qualifying them to become licensed as a Pharmacy Technician ($129 fee). Students can also become licensed as a Pharmacy Technician in the State of California without taking the exam by combining this course with an externship in a Pharmacy ($295, subject to eligibility). Exam pre-requisites: 18 yrs old; GED or HS Diploma; no felony convictions. Fast-Track Daytime Program: ONLY 8 Weeks!! Monday – Thursday, 8:30am-12:30pm #6020-5 Date: 3/23/15-5/21/15 (no class 4/6/15-4/10/15) #6020-12 Date: 5/26/15-7/16/15 $999 (Includes text/workbook and set of scrubs) Room B Saturday Program: 16 weeks Saturdays, 8:00am-4:00pm #6020-6 Date: 4/18/15-8/8/15 (no class 7/4/15) $999 (Includes text/workbook and set of scrubs) Room B Emergency Medical Technician One of the fastest growing careers today! Our EMT program is taught by current working paramedics and will prepare you for work with an ambulance service, in an emergency room or for work in a clinical setting as well as being a pre-requisite for firefighting or paramedic careers. Upon successful completion of course and final exam, students will receive EMT-1 Course Certificate of Completion and will then qualify to take the National Registry Exam which certifies students as EMT-1 in the State of California for a period of 2 years. Coursework includes: 152 hours of medical theory combined with practical skills and 24 hours of clinical experience including “ride-alongs” with emergency transport providers in the County of Ventura. The course includes a class in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS/CPR). Prerequisites for the EMT program: 18 years old; Livescan (fingerprinting); no misdemeanor or felony convictions; proof of immunization titers and TB test (given within the last 3 months). Both tests can be administered at the Waverly Wellness Center on campus. Details given in first class. 32 18 weeks EMT SPECIAL! 2 DIFFERENT SESSIONS! #6031-1 Tuesday & Thursdays 9:00am-1:00pm 2/10/15-6/13/15 OR #6031-2 Tuesday & Thursdays 5:30pm-9:30pm 2/10/15-6/13/15 Mandatory BLS/CPR class on Saturday 2/7/15, 9:00am2:00pm $950 (includes text & workbook) EMT Refresher Course Three 8-hour classes Saturdays 8:00am-4:00pm #6039-6 3/7/15, 3/14/15, 3/21/15 $299 Room D Payment plans available for most programs! Call Wendy 805-497-2761 ext. 1011 or email [email protected] Medical Careers in Demand As the baby boomers age, the demand for physical therapy aides and caregivers is increasing dramatically. There is a projected 70% increase in the job market over the next 10 years for these specialties. Physical Therapy Aide 10 weeks Physical Therapy Aides may be employed in nursing homes, hospitals, sports rehabilitation centers and some orthopedic clinics. Upon successful completion of this program, you will be prepared to compete for a PTA position in this growing healthcare field. Coursework includes: • Basic anatomy and physiology • Measuring vital signs • Medical terminology/abbreviations • Physical therapy modalities • Range of motion exercises • Effective communication • Common anatomical injuries • Ambulation and Gait training • Ethical and legal issues Includes BLS for the Healthcare Provider and First Aid Certification Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:30-9:30pm #6070-2 1/27/15-4/2/15 Room B #6070-3 4/14/15-6/18/15 Room B $799 $295 #6074 Physical Therapy Aide Externship (subject to eligibility) Certified Caregiver 7 weeks Caring for our aging population is both rewarding and in high demand. Certified Caregivers help those who are elderly, disabled, chronically ill or cognitively impaired. Jobs can be in assisted living communities, nursing homes or private residences. Upon successful completion of this course, you will be trained, certified and educated on the demands, expectations and responsibilities of being a caregiver. Coursework includes: • HIPAA training • Effective communication skills • Elder abuse and neglect • Measuring and recording vital signs • Fall prevention • Body mechanics and safety • Assisting with medications • Aiding with wheelchairs, walkers crutches and canes • Observation, reporting and documentation • Activities of daily living Includes BLS for the Healthcare Provider and First Aid Certification Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:30-9:30pm #6090-3 2/9/15-4/1/15 Room B (no class 2/16/15) #6090-4 4/13/15-6/1/15 Room B $399 (includes textbooks and scrubs) Spanish for the Healthcare Provider 8 weeks Don’t let language and cultural barriers interfere with your ability to provide high quality care! Learn the basic tools you need to bridge the communication gap between you and your patients. Upon successful completion of this course you will be able to utilize practical language skills in the clinical setting and make yourself more marketable! Coursework Includes: • Medical terminology in Spanish • Greeting patients and their families • Discuss appointments • Help patients with paperwork • Prepare patients for discharge • Inform and instruct about basic procedures • Handle telephone calls Mondays and Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30pm Add to any l #6028-3 3/2/15-4/30/15 Room B CVAE Medica r (no class 4/6/15-4/10/15) fo m rogra $299 (includes all class materials) P only $199! Add to any of our medical programs for $199 (discount $100) No refunds for any Medical classes unless cancelled by Conejo Valley Adult School 33 Professional Development Medical Careers Medical Career Certificate Programs Phlebotomy Technician I 11 weeks To get your full Phlebotomy Certification you must pass both the Basic and Advanced portions of the program, complete a Phlebotomy Externship and pass the National exam. Requirements for Phlebotomy certification: 18 years old; High school diploma or equivalent; BLS CPR; proof of immunization titers and TB test (given within the last 3 months). Both tests can be administered at the Waverly Wellness Center on campus. Details given on first day of class. Basic Phlebotomy 6 weeks Evenings This is the first step towards your full National Phlebotomy Certification and provides the 20 hours of beginning didactic classroom instruction required by the State of California Health Service. Coursework includes: Ask about • Circulatory system • OSHA regulations our Phlebotomy/ • finger puncture techniques MA Combo • Venipuncture with vacutainer Packages! • Making blood slides • handling and collecting common lab specimens Advanced Phlebotomy 5 weeks Evenings This class has been approved by the State of California Health Service to provide the minimum 20 hours of Advanced didactic classroom instruction required for Phlebotomy Certification. Upon successful completion of the Basic class, Advanced class and Externship, students may be eligible to sit for the NCCT Exam to receive their National Certification ($90 test fee). #6075-11........ 5 Mondays.................3/30/15-5/4/15.................. 4:30-9:30pm (No classes 4/6/15) #6075-9.......... 5 Mondays.................6/29/15-7/27/15................ 4:30-9:30pm #6071-8.......... 6 Mondays............... 2/9/15-3/23/15...........................4:30-9:30pm (No classes 2/16/15) #6071-9.......... 6 Mondays............... 5/11/15-6/22/15.........................4:30-9:30pm NCCT exam $90. Exam by appointment only. $100 Externship (Required: may vary from 40-80 hours per week) $595 (Includes textbooks and a set of scrubs) $595 (Includes BLS & 1st Aid certification) Room 1 Room 1 No payment plans available for phlebotomy No refunds. Attendance to all classes is mandatory. Save $$ - Ask about our Phlebotomy/MA combo packages! Medical Workshops Test Prep Workshops Medical Skills Workshop Phlebotomy NCCT exam: Students must have successfully completed a Basic & Advanced Phlebotomy courses. Session 1: #6080-4: TBD Session 2: #6080-7: TBD For dates please email [email protected] Prerequisites: For those not currently enrolled in a class at CVAE, proof of successful completion of Basic Phlebotomy is required. These workshops will review theory and provide students with numerous sample questions, worksheets and mock tests in order to enhance their knowledge and prepare to pass the following National exams: Medical Front Office or Front/Back Office NCCT exam: Students must have successfully completed a Front or Front/Back Office Medical Assisting course. Session 1: #6040-3: 2/23/15 Session 2: #6040-4: 5/4/15 Mondays, 1:30-4:30pm Cost: $99 per workshop 34 Room 1 For Lab Assistants, ER Technicians, Phlebotomists, Medical Assistants, Clinical Partners or any other medical personnel interested in brushing-up and enhancing their clinical skills. All students must wear scrubs. • EKG’s, Injections • Butterfly & Syringe Techniques • Point of Care Tests, Fast Tracking • Phlebotomy Fridays, 1:30-3:30pm #6050-3: 2/27/15 #6050-4: 4/24/15 Cost: $49 (includes all supplies) Room 1 Phlebotomy Skills Workshops This class is a great opportunity for you to brush up on your Phlebotomy skills! For all eligible students who are currently enrolled in any of our Basic Phlebotomy classes OR anyone who has already completed a Basic Phlebotomy class. Limited enrollment. Prerequisites: For those not currently enrolled in a class at CVAE, proof of successful completion of Basic Phlebotomy is required. All students must wear scrubs. Fridays, 2:00-4:00pm #6076-9................. 2/6/15 #6076-10............... 2/20/15 #6076-11............... 3/6/15 #6076-12............... 3/20/15 #6076-17............... 4/3/15 #6076-13............... 4/17/15 #6076-14............... 5/1/15 #6076-15............... 5/15/15 #6076-16............... 5/29/15 Cost: $25 per 2 hour session Save money...add skills...see our Combination Program Packages on pages 29 & 31 Room WWC Save a Life Today... American Heart Association CPR & First Aid Classes Save a life!!! Whether in your personal or professional life, be prepared to act in an emergency. Heartsaver CPR Heartsaver First Aid The basic CPR course provides employee training for: • Individuals needing credentialed training for job or regulatory requirements • Designated first responders; Select departments or an entire workplace This course is designed to meet OSHA regulations and teaches basic first aid skills. The course provides employee training for: • Individuals needing credentialed training for job or regulatory requirements • Designated first responders; Select departments or an entire workplace Saturdays, 1:00-3:30pm Saturdays, 9:00am-12:30pm #902-8: 2/21/15 #902-5: 5/30/15 #902-7: 3/21/15 #902-10: 4/25/15 #902-9: 6/20/15 #901-9: 2/21/15 #901-16: 3/21/15 #901-17: 4/25/15 #901-18: 5/30/15 #901-19: 6/20/15 Saturdays, 1:30-4:00pm $70 (includes textbook); $10 card fee due to instructor in class Room D #901-20: 3/7/15 #901-21: 5/9/15 Wednesdays, 1:30-4:00pm #901-12: 2/18/15 #901-22: 3/11/15 #901-23: 4/1/15 #901-24: 5/20/15 #901-25: 6/17/15 Room D $65 (includes textbook) $10 card fee due to instructor in class Pediatric First Aid/CPR BLS Healthcare Provider CPR The Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers Classroom Course teaches healthcare professionals how to recognize several life-threatening emergencies, provide CPR, use an AED, and relieve choking. People who may need this course: • EMS Personnel • Physicians Assistants • Doctors • Dentists • Nurses • Medical Assistants • Those renewing their BLS Certificate Saturdays, 9:00am-1:00pm #903-20: 3/7/15 #903-21: 4/18/15 #903-22: 5/9/15 #903-23: 6/6/15 Wednesdays, 1:30-5:30pm #903-14: 2/25/15 #903-24: 3/4/15 #903-25: 4/29/15 #903-26: 5/6/15 #903-27: 6/3/15 This course is designed to meet the regulatory and credentialed training requirements for child care workers in all 50 states. This course teaches basic first aid, CPR, and AED skills for children People who may need this course include: • Child care workers • Camp counselors • Teachers • Youth Group Leaders • Foster care workers • Coaches • Others responsible for children Saturdays, 9:00am-2:00pm #904-2: 1/31/15 #904-3: 3/14/15 #904-4: 5/2/15 $80 (includes textbook) $10 card fee due to instructor in class Room D $80 (includes textbook) $10 card fee due to instructor in class Room D Family & Friends CPR Family & Friends CPR is for people who want to learn CPR but do not need a course completion card in CPR for their job. This course is ideal for schools, students, new parents, grandparents, babysitters and others interested in learning how to save a life. Wednesdays, 6:00pm-8:00pm #907-6: 2/11/15 #907-11: 5/6/15 #907-9: 3/4/15 #907-12: 6/3/15 #907-10: 4/29/15 $25 (includes all class materials) Room D Online BLS, CPR & First Aid Classes You can complete coursework for Heartsaver CPR, First Aid or BLS at home and at your own pace! Simply register on the American Heart Association website online at: onlineaha.org. This online class satisfies all requirements that the full classroom sessions do and is available for first time or renewals. ...The Life you save may be your own! Know Your Numbers What you don’t know CAN hurt you! Know Your Numbers and make a start towards a healthier lifestyle: Total Cholesterol Pulse & Respiration Body Mass Index Blood Pressure Height/Weight Pulse Oxygen Triglycerides Total Glucose Iron LDL HDL Completely confidential... only you know your results! With just a gentle fingerstick and a few hours fasting you will have your results immediately! Just visit our friendly Wellness Center on the Adult School campus Call for an appointment (805) 373-0511 Or Book Online – www.waverlywellnesscenter.com No refunds unless class cancelled by Conejo Valley Adult School 25 $ 35 Conejo Valley Adult School Parenting Education Program Parenting Program & Preschool at Horizon Hills 2014-2015 School Year is September 8, 2014-June 5, 2015 Childbirth Preparation & Breastfeeding Brenda Hunter, Saturdays, 9-11am Parent & Infant 0-6 months Brenda Hunter T, W 6-12 months Kathy Belleville T, W, TH Parent & Toddler Enrichment classes see website for details Positive Discipline Preventing Power Struggles Sewing Classes for Parents and Children Community Garden Classes Evening Parenting Classes One-on-one consultation Parent Workshops & Discussions 12-18 months Bonnie Vandenberg M, T, W,TH,F, Sat 18-30 months Debbie Owens M,T,W,TH,F Classes meet once per week, 9am-12pm Parent & Two Year Old Kandy Ono M,T,W,TH,F or Dana Joubert W or Danielle Senffner TH Classes meet once per week, 9am-12pm Two Day Twos Dana Joubert MF, TTH or Danielle Senffner MW Classes meet twice per week, 9am-12pm Multiage (3-4 year olds) Classes meet 2, 3, or 5 days a week, 9am-12pm Rm 16: Kelly Cummings, Jen Mundy Room 17: Gay Wilde Portable: Cheri LaGrotta Team Room 6,7: Jennifer Anderson, Sandy McGlynn, Jill Smalling, Kathy Stelmar Extended Day/Picnic Pals (12pm - 2pm) Classes are parent participation (about 1x per week) On-site kiln for hands-on ceramics • Developmentally Appropriate • Character Development • Parent Support Group • Natural Environment • Outdoor Classroom • Conflict Resolution • Sibling Interaction • Positive Discipline • Capable Children • Emergent Play • Self-Reliance 36 Saturdays Together Bonnie Vandenberg Saturday 9-12 A weekend class for parents or grandparents of children ages 1 to 3. Great for people who are busy during the week and still want the participation experience. www.ConejoAdultEd.org Visit our website for schedule and fees. Registration on-going until classes are filled. Horizon Hills: A place where both parents and children learn through PLAY A Parent Participation Preschool & Parent Center Registration by phone or in person. Parents are encouraged to visit and observe classes. Enrollment on-going Call now! (805) 492-8837 Horizon Hills Campus 33 Greta Street, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 Adult Basic Education English as a Second Language Class dates: January 21-May 28. Registration must be in person. Registration There is no online registration for ESL classes. Registration Dates: January 12-15, 2015 Times: 9:00-11:00am and 5:00-7:30pm, Room 6 Classes will be held January 21-May 28, 2015 NO REFUNDS. No Credit Cards. Inscripcion No hay inscripción electrónica para clases de ESL. Inscripciones: 12-15 Enero, 2015 Horario: 9:00 a 11:00am y de 5:00 a 7:30pm en salón seis. Las clases serán del 21 de Enero al 28 de Mayo. NO HAY DEVOLUCIÓN DE DINERO. No aceptamos tarjetas de crÉdito. High School Equivalency (HSE) Prep Classes Registration fee: $40 per class Math class is free with paid registration in any other class listed on this page. HiSET test. GED test. By passing either test, you earn a High School Equivalency (HSE) Certificate. We offer Prep Classes for high school equivalency. ESL CLASSES This program is a sequential series of classes focusing on English conversation, pronunciation, listening, reading, writing, grammar, American culture and basic civics. Entering students are given a placement examination before being assigned to a class. Morning Classes: 9:00am-12:15pm Evening Classes: 6:00-9:15pm Beginning Literacy..............M/W Beginning Low....................M/W Beginning High...................T/Th Intermediate Low................T/Th Intermediate High...............T/Th Advanced...........................T/Th All classes include Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking. Registration Fee: $60 Literacy The literacy center provides one-on–one tutoring for adults who need help in basic literary skills. One program is designed to meet the needs of English-as-a-secondlanguage (ESL) students in reading comprehension, writing, spelling or math skills. A Second program is designed to help English speakers with language processing difficulties, who read and spell below expected level. Tutoring is offered by trained volunteers for two hours per week, days or evenings in the Literacy Center. For information call (805) 497-2761 ext. 1105. Registration fee: $60 (includes books) Volunteer Opportunity! LITERACY TUTORING Learn how to help adults improve reading, writing, speaking and math skills. The Basic Workshop prepares you to tutor an ESL adult for 1 two-hour session per week, days or evenings on our campus. For information call the Literacy Center (805) 497-2761 ext. 1105. Saturday, February 21 9:00am-1:00pm www.literacycenterofconejovalley.org Additional classes will be offered in: Conversation.................T.......... 12:30-2:00pm Grammar.......................T.......... 12:30-2:00pm English vocabulary and Idioms................W......... 12:30-2:00pm Pronunciation................Th........ 12:30-2:00pm Registration Fee: $35 TOEFL Test Preparation This is for students preparing to take the Test of English as a Foreign Language to enter an American college. It is open to students in Intermediate High or above. Monday, Wednesday 9:00am-12noon Registration fee: $60 Register in Room 6 Citizenship This course covers an overview of United States history and the structure of Federal, State, County and City government. It includes the responsibilities of citizens living under a democratic form of government. It also addresses the procedure for applying for naturalization and provides test taking practice in preparation for the INS approved Basic Skills Citizenship Examination. Intermediate English required. Friday, 9:00am-12:00pm Registration fee: $40 These Prep Classes are offered: HSE Reading: Mondays, 9:00am-12:15pm or 6:00-9:15pm HSE Writing: Tuesdays, 9:00am-12:15pm or 6:00-9:15pm HSE Social Studies: Thursdays, 9:00am12:15pm HSE Science: Thursdays, 6:00-9:15pm Pre-HSE Math*: Mon/Wed, 6:00-7:30pm Includes: add, subtract, multiply, divide with whole numbers, fractions, decimals; percents; more. HSE Math*: Mon/Wed, 6:00-7:30pm Concepts and procedures covered on the HSE test Pre-Algebra*: Mon/Wed, 6:00-7:30pm Includes: Integers, expressions, variables, equations, inequalities, proportions, more *A placement test will be given to help determine the appropriate math level. For additional information, contact counselor Sam Kane: 818-203-0826 or SamK@ ConejoAdultEd.org Functional Writing This course is designed to review and define basic writing skills including sentence structure, punctuation, basic grammar and paragraph formulation. Wed: 9:00am-12:00pm Wed: 6:00-9:00pm Registration fee: $40 Burlington English ESL Instruction This class combines face to face instruction with access to online interactive activities that include reading, writing, speaking and listening from Burlington English. Beg. High......... T & Th..... 9:00am-12:15pm Beg. High......... M & W..... 6:00-9:15pm Int. Low............ M & W..... 9:00am-12:15pm Int. Low/High... T & Th..... 6:00-9:15pm Room: 4B, computer lab Registration fee: $60 Visit www.ConejoAdultEd.org for a list of classes, dates and times, or call (805) 497-2761 ext. 1101. 37 Bridge Program n Co ej o Conejo Valley Adult Education, part of the Conejo Valley Unified School District, offers a Bridge Program to provide adults with a smooth transition to Community College or Vocational Certification. Classes are intended for adults who seek review and support in academic subjects (Reading Writing, Math) before beginning a new course of study in a Community College or other institution of higher education. We offer personalized attention, small class sizes, and a highly skilled staff that will help bring out the best in each student. Don’t put your dreams on hold! Get ready to take that next step! Proudly sponsored by Sage Adult Education ley l a V TO COLLEGE TO VOCATIONAL CERTIFICATION TO EMPLOYMENT TO YOUR FUTURE Bridge Critical Reading and Writing $100 A preparation for college reading and writing assignments. Includes: • Writing paragraphs and short essays • Reviewing basic grammar, • Sentence structure and punctuation • Critical thinking for college level papers • Academic reading & text comprehension • Vocabulary development, Study skills, goal setting, & time management. Students will also learn how to write a research paper using online databases, how to evaluate internet resources for validity and how to cite sources correctly both in-test and as a list of references or bibliography. Reading materials are from college texts. Tuesday/Thursday/Friday, 9:30am-12:00pm, January 22-May 29 Bridge: Pre-Algebra* $40** A preparation for Basic Algebra. Includes: • Exploring integers • Simplifying expressions • Exploring factors and fractions • Functions and graphing • Ratio, proportion, percent • Simple statistics & probability Monday/Wednesday, 6:00-7:30pm, January 21-May 27 *Qualification by placement test. **Math class is free with paid registration in any class listed on page 37. For more information call (805) 497-2761 ext 1101 Registration (in person): Conejo Valley Adult School, Room 6, January 12-15, 2015, 9:00-11:00am and 5:00-7:30pm Take and pass the HiSET® or GED® Test. Earn your High School Equivalency Certificate. Does Conejo Valley Adult School offer... Prep Classes? (please see page 37) Yes No Testing? Yes Yes HiSET test How to Register... The HiSET, which is computer-based, is administered in our Test Center, located on our campus. Registration is a two-step process: 1)Establish an account: Go to hiset.ets.org; click the blue “For Test Takers” button on the left; click the blue “Sign In / Create Account” button on right; click the purple “Create an Account” button; and follow the onscreen directions. Print the HiSET demographic information page, which shows your HiSET ID#. Or else, you can just write the.ID# on a piece of paper. This ID# is assigned at the time you create your account. 2) Come in person to the Conejo Valley Adult School main office during normal business hours to register for.the HiSET, bringing the following items:. A government-issued identification; the printout of the demographic page with your HiSET.ID#, or just the handwritten ID#; test fee. GED test The GED is administered only on computer, in our Test Center, located on our campus. To register to take the GED: Go to www.GED.com and establish a free MyGED(™) account, and follow the onscreen directions. (We do not do GED registration at our school office.) As part of the registration process, you will be informed of dates/times that our Conejo Valley Adult School’s GED Test Center is open, and be given a choice of when to take your test. The website will state the cost to take the test, acceptable payment methods, identification requirements, and other information. Alternatively, you may register to take the GED by calling 1-877-EXAM-GED (please do not call the school for registration). For HiSET test fees & other info, check our school website, www.ConejoAdultEd.org From the home page, click the HiSET Testing button, then click HiSET Official Test Center. 38 www.ConejoAdultEd.org (805) 497-2761 Learning Center Academics High School Diploma Our Learning Center offers independent-study-like courses for students needing credits toward an Adult High School Diploma, or for Concurrent High School students needing credits toward their home-school High School Diploma. The courses offered are at Standard level and meet the California State Standards. Upon successful completion, the student will receive five credits per class, unless otherwise noted. Each student meets with a credentialed teacher periodically in the Learning Center, by appointment. Some courses are available using the online APEX system. A prerequisite for pursuing the Adult High School Diploma via the Learning Center is that the student is within a small number of credits of earning the diploma. An alternative to an Adult High School Diploma is earning a High School Equivalency (HSE) Certificate by passing the GED, HiSET or an equivalent test. We offer formal HiSET Prep Classes mornings and evenings. A student should make an appointment with counselor Mr. Kane at 805-497-2761, Ext. 1010 to discuss the program and options best tailored to his or her needs. Concurrent High School Students More info: Conejo Adult School.org Click High School and Beyond. A student must be enrolled in a Conejo Valley Unified School District high school in order to enroll concurrently in our school’s Learning Center courses; the student must be referred by the high school’s counselor. A completed Conejo Valley Adult School Concurrent Student Registration Form must be signed by student, parent, and counselor. The student and parent should deliver the completed form to the Adult School during normal business hours, and register for the class(es) assigned by the high school counselor. A $40 materials fee is charged per course. An Adult School teacher will then contact the student to arrange for a mutually convenient individual orientation appointment. The teacher will meet with the student for up to 1 hour per week, explaining subject matter, answering questions, administering tests and assigning further work. The student may work at home or at the Learning Center. A time limit will be set for completion of the course. Dates: Ongoing through May 29, 2015 Days: Monday through Thursday Time: 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm Location: Learning Center Cost: $40* materials fee per course *Plus $60 refundable book deposit for Adult Diploma student Adult High School Diploma Students More at: ConejoAdultSchool.org & click High School & Beyond An adult student aspiring to earn a Adult High School Diploma, must make an appointment with our counselor to have high school transcripts evaluated, before registering for classes. The student should be within approximately 20 credits of having met all requirements; see below. For a counseling appointment, call: 805-497-2761, Ext. 1010. These requirements must all be met: 1. Earn 180 credits (at least three classes to be then at adult school); 2. Take subject-specific courses (listed below); & 3. Pass both parts—English/Language Arts & Math—of the California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE). A student may retake sections until he/she passes. CREDITS REQUIRED Subject Credits English 40 U.S. History 10 World History 10 American Government 5 Economics 5 Mathematics (incl. 10 credits Algebra) 30 Life Science 10 Physical Science 10 Fine Arts/CTE/Foreign Language 10 Electives 50 Course descriptions on our website: ConejoAdultSchool.org > High School & Beyond > Course Descriptions Conejo Adult School.org Click High School and Beyond 39 Conejo Valley Adult Education CVAE is a Division of the Conejo Valley Unified School District Mission Statement Conejo Valley Adult Education is dedicated to providing adults with opportunities to improve and enrich their lives, including skills to transition successfully into the workforce, college or vocational programs, and to attain personal goals. Spring 2015 The Conejo Valley Adult School will be closed: Martin Luther King Day...........................................Monday, January 19 President’s Weekend.......... Friday, February 13-Monday, February 16 Spring Break.........................................Monday, April 6-Friday, April 10 Memorial Day................................................................. Monday, May 25 To Register Refund Policy 1. Phone: Register anytime. Call the Adult School at 805-497-2761. (unless otherwise noted in class description) 2. Online: Register anytime online for Medical, Computer, Community Service NO REFUNDS will be made to a student who withdraws voluntarily from a class in which he/she has enrolled. You may use your VISA or MASTERCARD to register by phone. Please have your credit or debit Visa or MasterCard and course information ready. and SAT prep classes. Go to www.ConejoAdultEd.org; click in the upper left on the registration button and follow the onscreen directions. You may use your credit or debit Visa or MasterCard. REFUNDS will be made only for classes canceled by the Adult School. 3. In Person: You can register on campus at the main office. You may BOOK REFUNDS There are NO refunds on books. use your credit or debit VISA or MASTERCARD, personal check or cash. Registration Fees & Costs • All registration, book, and lab fees must be paid at time of enrollment. • A registration fee is required for all classes. Counselors are available by appointment. Call CVAE at 805-497-2761. Directions Main Campus: 1025 Old Farm Rd., Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 Horizon Hills Campus: 33 Greta St., Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 Call for directions (805) 492-8837. Conejo Valley Adult School is a smoke-free campus. Compliance From the 101 Freeway: Take the 101 Freeway to the 23 Freeway North. Exit at the first exit - Janss Road - and turn left. Proceed a quarter of a mile to Montgomery Road. At the traffic light turn right. Proceed slowly through residential area. Come to a four-way stop at Old Farm Road and turn right. The campus is straight ahead. The Conejo Valley Unified School District complies with the rules and regulations implementing Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or handicap in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs or activities. Questions or complaints regarding the existence and location of services, activities, and facilities should be addressed to: Janet Cosaro, Associate Director, Pupil Services Section 504 Coordinator CVUSD 1400 E.Janss Rd., Thousand Oaks, CA 91362 (805) 497-9511 Administration Superintendent: Dr. Jeff Baarstad Principal: Mike Sanders Counselor/Administrative Coordinator: Sam Kane 40 Counseling Services Notice of non-discrimination From the 118 Freeway: Take the 23 Freeway South. Exit at Janss Road and turn right. Proceed a quarter of a mile to Montgomery Road. At the traffic light turn right. Proceed slowly through residential area. Come to a four-way stop at Old Farm Road and turn right. The campus is straight ahead. Workforce Development Vocational training funded by the Ventura County Workforce Development Board. Participants must meet eligibility criteria. All programs conducted by the Conejo Valley Adult School For more information, call (805) 497-2761 ext. 1024. are made available to all qualified persons without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender ethnic group identification, CalWORKS race, ancestry, national origin, religion, color, or mental or Offered in agreement with the Public Social Services Agency physical disability. of Ventura County: courses include basic remediation in reading, writing, math, vocabulary and reading The Conejo Valley Adult School prohibits sexual harassment comprehension. Other programs: high school diploma, GED, as a form of sexual discrimination. English as a second language, and vocational training. Call Wendy Summerfield (805) 497-2761 ext. 1024. Board of Education Peggy Buckles Dr. Betsy Connolly Mike Dunn Pat Phelps John Anderson WASC Conejo Valley Adult School is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). WASC is the accrediting body for schools and colleges in the Western United States and territories. 1025 Old Farm Road Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 • (805) 497-2761 SAT® & ACT® SAT® Prep Workshop The two-day SAT Prep Workshop is designed to prepare students for success on the SAT college entrance examination. The SAT consists of three sections: Critical Reading, Math and Writing. The workshop, conducted by District teachers, will include specific techniques and strategies for the math, critical reading and writing sections. Princeton Review’s book Cracking the SAT will be issued to students and used in the course. Saturday, April 18, 2015, 8:00am-3:00pm and Saturday, April 25, 2015, 8:00am-noon Conejo Valley Adult School Auditorium. Fee: $150 Course: #1800-2 SAT Intensive Writing Prep Designed to prepare students specifically for the SAT Writing section, which consists of a student-produced essay. An added benefit is that skills learned in the workshop are applicable to essay writing for college applications. See website for details. Saturday, March 21, 2015 8:00am-noon Fee: $75 Course: #1810-2 If ACT® Math Prep The ACT Math Prep Workshop is designed to prepare students for success on the ACT college entrance examination. The college-readiness ACT assessment consists of four multiple-choice sections—Math, English, Reading and Science— and an optional Writing test. The workshop will provide students specific techniques, practice and strategies for the ACT Math section. An ACT math workbook will be provided and used. Saturday, March 21, 2015 8:00am-3:00pm Fee: $100 Course: #1900-2 To register for the SAT Prep or ACT Prep Workshops: paying by Visa or MasterCard, you may register online: Go to www.ConejoAdultSchool.org and click High School &Beyond, then click SAT Prep Workshops or click ACT Prep Workshop; click the Registration link & follow the onscreen directions. Or, register by phone: 805-497-2761. We administer the CBEST, CSET, CTEL and RICA If you need to take the California Basic Education Skills Test (CBEST) or the California Subject Examinations for Teachers (CSET) as part of requirements for obtaining a teaching credential, you can take the computerized form of the test at Conejo Valley Adult School. The CBEST is designed to test basic reading, mathematics and writing skills. The CSET is for prospective teachers who must meet specific requirements for certification by taking examinations. We also administer the CTEL, RICA, NES and other examinations. For additional information, start with our website, ConejoAdultSchool.org, and click the testing link, which will take you to the State credentialing website. Conejo Valley Unified School District 1400 E. Janss Road Thousand Oaks, CA 91362 NonProfit Org. U.S. Postage PAID Thousand Oaks, CA Permit 307 Residential Customer ECRWSS Conejo Valley Adult Education, 1025 Old Farm Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 • (805) 497-2761 www.ConejoAdultSchool.org • Facebook.com/ConejoValleyAdultSchool
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