Continuing Education
(573) 518-2342
www.MineralArea.edu/CE
[email protected]
Spring 2015
Table of Contents
PERSONAL ENRICHMENT
Arts and Crafts
Page
2
2
2
2
Still – Life Drawing
Basic Photography
Quilting: Surrounded by Monkeys
Crocheting
2
2
2
2
Keyboarding
Introduction to Computers
Introduction to Windows 8/Buying a Computer
The “Next” Level
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Business Management and Finance
Page
6
6
6
6
6
Accounting Fundamentals
Business Finance for Non-Finance Personnel
Employment Law Fundamentals
Introduction to Business Analysis
Understanding Human Resources Function
Culinary Arts
6
6
7
Adobe Suite: Illustrator, Photoshop
MS Office 2010: Excel, Word, Powerpoint
QuickBooks, Intro and Intermediate
3
3
3
3
Wilton Cake Decorating Basics
Wilton Flower and Cake Design
Wilton Gum Paste & Fondant
Wilton Advanced Gum Paste Flowers
7
7
7
Java Programming
Perl Programming
SQL
3
3
Salsa, Slow Dance and the Two-Step
Waltz Dance
3
3
3
Aerobic-Strength Fitness
Women’s Self-Defense
Yoga & Dance Fitness
7
7
7
7
Certified Network Defense Architect, CNDA
Implementing Cisco IOS Network Security
Implementing Cisco IP Switched Networks
Understanding the Cloud
8
8
Building Teams that Work
Leadership
4
4
Outdoor Skills and Survival
Hunter Education
4
4
Assisting Aging Parents
Managing Life as a Single Parent
8
8
8
Professional Sales Skills
Small Business Marketing on a Shoestring
Social Media Marketing Specialist
4
Dog Obedience Training
8
8
8
Achieving Success with Difficult People
Individual Excellence: Time Mgmt, Org. Skills
Keys to Effective Communication
4
4
4
Jewelry Making and Beading 101
Native American Culture
Collecting Your Life Stories
8
Creating a Successful Business Plan
5
Grammar Refresher
9
9
9
Achieving Top Search Engine Positions
Creating Mobile Apps
Creating WordPress Websites
5
5
5
Home Buying 101
Stocks, Bonds and Investing
Where Does All My Money Go?
9
9
9
Refund Policy
Inclement Weather
Supplies/Textbooks
5
5
5
5
Raising Backyard Poultry
Mushrooms and Herbs
What’s Wrong with My Plant?
Food Preservation
9
9
360TRAINING/ED2GO ONLINE Registration
On Campus Class Registration
Basic Computer Skills
Dance
Health and Fitness
Outdoor Skills & Safety
Life Skills
Pets
New and Fun
Writing and Grammar
Personal Finance
Home and Garden
Computer Applications
Computer Programming
Information System Management
Leadership
Sales and Marketing
Soft Skills
Starting Your Own Business
Web and Mobile App Design
POLICIES/OTHER INFORMATION
REGISTRATION
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PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
ARTS AND CRAFTS
Still-Life Drawing
BEGINNER COMPUTER CLASSES
Keyboarding/Typing
$68, plus supplies
Enjoy lots of studio time in this hands-on class devoted
exclusively to developing your ability to realistically
draw natural and man-made objects in pencil.
Students will learn how to use the four basic shading
techniques (blending, stippling, hatching and crosshatching) to created 3-D form, shadows and texture. A
final composition will incorporate several objects and
techniques.
ON CAMPUS Mon
6:30 – 9:00pm Feb 2 – Mar 16
Basic Photography
$35
Students will enhance their knowledge and use of
perspective and lighting while learning how to use
special functions in their cameras. The class will
review ‘homework’ together to gain greater insight
into the functionality of their cameras’ tools. The basic
features of Photoshop will be demonstrated in the
third night of class. Bring camera and manual to class.
ON CAMPUS
Wed
6:30 – 8:00pm
Apr 15 – 29
QUILTING: Surrounded by Monkeys
$55, plus supplies
New to quilting? Gayla Barber will lead you step-bystep through this beautiful
pattern. Experienced quilters are
also bound to learn a new trick
or two while meeting new
friends. With new patterns
offered each class, you’ll want to
join our other repeat students
and enroll over and over! No
sewing machine? Let us know;
we may have a loaner.
ON CAMPUS Mon 6:00-8:00 pm
Jan 26 –Mar 2
Crocheting
$20, plus supplies
In this hands-on class, students learn the basic skills they
need to complete simple crochet patterns- like single and
double crochet stitches, making a chain and stitching pieces
together. Skills are applied in class to make a two-piece
potholder. The course will be led by Cierra Johnson and you
can find some of her work in her Etsy shop at
www.etsy.com/shop/TreesofRighteousness.
ON CAMPUS Tues/Thurs 6:00 – 8:00 pm Feb 10 - Feb 12
FREE
TypingWeb is a free online typing
tutor & keyboarding tutorial for
typists of all skill levels. It includes
entertaining typing games, typing
tests, and free official typing
certification.
Online
TypingWeb.com
Available Anytime!
Introduction to Computers
$35
Highlight, Copy, and Paste, Oh My! This class is for
beginners with little to no computer experience. We'll
start with the proper way to turn on and shut down
your computer; get you acquainted with some of the
terminology and parts of the computer; teach you how
to use your mouse, including clicking, double-clicking,
highlighting, copying, and pasting. If we have time,
we’ll also show you how to get onto the Internet and
do a simple search.
ON CAMPUS Mon/Wed 6:00-8:00 pm Jan 26 – Feb 2
Introduction to Windows 8/Buying a Computer $60
This 10-hour class teaches beginner computer users
how to navigate the desktop, change settings, search
for lost files and perform simple maintenance tasks to
improve your computer's performance. We’ll also give
you tips for selecting your first (or next) computer.
(Before enrolling in this class, you should be
comfortable using your mouse and be familiar with
basic terminology.) NO CLASS Feb 16 th , 2015
Feb 9 - 25
ON CAMPUS Mon/Wed 6:00-8:00 pm
The “Next Level”
$60
You’ll pick up some organizational tips as you increase
your file management skills. We’ll also teach you how
to upload and download pictures and other files to
your email. Don’t have an email account? We’ll help
you set one up and run through the basics. We’ll talk
about social media sites and walk you through some of
the basic features of Facebook, including how to
manage your privacy settings, update your profile and
share pictures.
ON CAMPUS Mon/Wed 6:00-8:00 pm
Mar 16 - 30
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CULINARY ARTS
Wilton Cake Decorating Basics
DANCE
$45+ Book/Kit
You’ll learn how to make and color icing and practice
the three fundamentals of decorating, enabling you to
replicate the correct technique for great results. Join
Wilton-certified instructor Mikki Gleisner in creating
icing drop flowers, rosettes, pompom flowers, leaves,
shaggy mums, and the ribbon rose is a snap!
ON CAMPUS
Tue
6:00 – 8:00pm
Jan 13 – Feb 3
Wilton Flowers & Cake Design
$45+ Book/Kit
Join Wilton-certified instructor Mikki Gleisner in
exploring sophisticated ways to bring your cakes and
desserts to life! You’ll learn to create breathtaking
icing flowers such as pansies, lilies and roses. Then,
you’ll discover the secrets of arranging
them in a beautifully balanced cake-top
bouquet framed by an impressive border
treatment or basket weave design.
ON CAMPUS Tue 6:00 – 8:00pm
Feb 17 – Mar 10
(One of Mikki’s cakes is pictured at right.
See more at Mikki’s Hand-crafted
Confections on Facebook.)
Wilton Gum Paste & Fondant
$45+ Book/Kit
Our Wilton-certified instructor teaches you the best
techniques for working with fondant, including making bows
and borders. She’ll aslo teach you how to use gum paste to
shape beautiful flowers.
ON CAMPUS
Tue
6:00 – 8:00pm
Mar 17 – Apr 7
Wilton Advanced Gum Paste Flowers
$45+ Book/Kit
Discover one of the most breathtaking ways to decorate a
cake—with realistic-looking gum paste flowers. Your Wilton
Method Instructor, Mikki Gleisner will lead you as you learn
to create life-like blossoms, flowers and leaves for floral
arrangements that top the most beautiful cakes. You'll be
amazed at the artistic quality you can achieve as you craft
Gerbera daisies, briar roses, Stargazer lilies and more.
Pre-requisite: Gum Paste & Fondant
ON CAMPUS Tue
6:00 – 8:00pm Apr 14 – May 5
Coming Soon: Cooking Courses!
We are excited to announce that a
number of cooking classes may be
available in the spring term. Please call
or visit our website in late January 2015
for the latest information!
Salsa, Slow Dance and the Two-Step
$35
If you’re a little nervous on the dance floor or could use a
few new moves, this is the perfect class for you. You’ll pick
up three new dances and get plenty of practice time to boost
your confidence.
ON CAMPUS Thu 6:00 – 8:00pm
Mar 26 – Apr 16
Waltz Dance
$35
The staple of balls, wedding receptions and
cotillions, the Waltz is a timeless classic.
Mr. Gamble covers the basic forms and
steps.
ON CAMPUS Thu 6:00 – 8:00pm
Apr 30 – May 21
HEALTH AND FITNESS
Aerobics and Strength Training
$45
We’ve established a well-balanced workout routine for
you every day at 4:15 pm. For best results, come every
day, but it’s okay if you have to miss.
Insanity on Mon/Thu; Circuit Training on Tue/Fri; and
Wed, it’s All About Abs.
ON CAMPUS Mon-Fri 4:15 – 5:00pm
2
nd
Class:
Feb 9 – Mar 6
Mon-Fri 4:15 – 5:00pm Mar 16 – Apr 10
Yoga & Dance Fitness
$45
Mix it up by combining yoga with aerobic exercise. Get in the
groove four or five days each week to
improve flexibility and balance while
strengthening your circulatory and
respiratory systems—and let’s face it,
burning fat! Come to any or all of these
day classes:
• Mon: 12:00
• Tue/Thu: 12:30
• Wed: 10:00 and 11:00
• Fri: 10:00
ON CAMPUS
2
nd
Class:
Mon-Fri various times Feb 9 – Mar 6
Mon-Fri various times Mar 16 – Apr 10
Women’s Self Defense
$45
Phil Culbertson teaches basic self-defense skills, personal
safety and awareness.
ON CAMPUS Mon 5:00 – 5:45 pm March 16 – May 4
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OUTDOOR SKILLS & SAFETY
Outdoor Skills and Survival
PETS
$50
Do you know how to survive in the great outdoors? Now is
the perfect time to learn about building a shelter, finding
and purifying water, identifying local edible plants, building a
fire and orienteering. Join Ronald Roper for an informative
class covering basic skills of survival.
ON CAMPUS
Sat
8:30am – 12:30pm Feb 21 – Mar 7
Dog Obedience Training
$55
Students and their dogs learn the standard commands and
information to help keep pets happy and safe. The class is
intended for dogs 16 weeks and older that have had all of
their shots.
ON CAMPUS
Tue
6:30 – 8:00pm Mar 17 – Apr 28
Hunter Education
NEW AND FUN
Once you’ve completed the online Hunter Education
Classroom portion of the Hunter Education course, you are
elgible to take the Hunter Education Skills Session and exam
on the Park Hills campus on any of the dates listed below. To
register or for more information, please visit the Missouri
Department of Conservation website at www.registered.com/programs/missouri
Jewelry Making & Beading 101 $40, plus supplies
Provided by Missouri Department of Conservation
Choose from one of the following:
Monday March 9th , 5 – 9pm
Thursday March 12th, 5 – 9pm
Saturday March 14th, 8am – Noon
Saturday March 14th, 1 – 5pm
Men, women and children have accessorized their
wardrobes with costume jewelry for thousands of years. This
course will help you create your own accessories to add
beauty to today’s fashions. Students will experiment with
color, patterns and textures while learning a variety of
beading techniques to string and knot on elastic, memory
wire and cord. In addition to traditional beading material,
one class session will be devoted to recycling and reusing by
transforming common items, like old leather belts, into
original, wearable art. In this hands-on class, students will be
able to take their projects home to use or to gift. Students
will be provided with a list of supplies in order to control
their own costs or they may purchase supplies from the
instructor in class.
ON CAMPUS Tues 6:00 – 8:00pm Mar 17 – Apr 7
Native American Culture & History
LIFE SKILLS
Assisting Aging Parents
$95
Managing Life as a Single Parent
$95
Growing older is a part of life. Some aspects are joyful, some
bittersweet, some frustrating and frightening. You will learn
what to expect, what to watch for, how to deal with physical
and emotional challenges and where to find resources to
help. We’ll examine the impact of retirement, learn how to
choose a nursing home and be prepared to deal with death.
You'll also learn about financial and legal considerations and
pick up special communication skills and coping mechanisms
to ease the burden for everyone involved.
Online
Ed2Go.com/Mineral Offered Monthly
Being a single parent is hard work. This online parenting
course will help you manage your life more effectively, from
streamlining your daily routines and dealing with challenging
behaviors at home to handling conflicts with your ex and
making decisions about dating. You'll also learn how to build
a support network, manage your finances and much more.
Online
Ed2Go.com/Mineral Offered Monthly
$25
For the first time at MAC, the subject of Native American
culture and history will be taught by Native American
advocate and historian Matthew Aguilar, aka Standing Eagle.
Aguillar will explore how significant events and policy have
impacted and shaped Native American culture today. The
timeline of events discussed include the Battle of Little
Bighorn and the Massacre at Wounded Knee, the Boarding
School Policy, the 1935 Indian Reorganization Act, Indian
Relocation Program, American Indian Movement in 1969 and
the Civil Rights of Native People.
ON CAMPUS
Thu
6:00 – 7:00pm
Jan 29 – Mar 5
WRITING AND GRAMMAR
Collecting Your Life Stories
$35
Join us for a fun and laid-back approach to writing your life
story! Each week we will focus on a different period of your
life. It’s an excellent way to treasure memories and pass
along experiences to younger generations for years to come!
(We will not be covering genealogy.)
ON CAMPUS Mon 10:00am – 12:00pm
Feb 2 – Apr 6
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Grammar Refresher
$95
Whatever your goals, a grasp of English grammar is
important if you want to improve your speaking and writing
skills. This course will help you gain confidence in your ability
to produce clean, grammatically correct work. You'll explore
the basics of English grammar—like sentence structure and
punctuation—as well as more sophisticated concepts—like
logic and clarity. A patient instructor, memorable lessons,
vivid examples, and interactive exercises will give you ample
opportunity to put what you learn into practice.
Online
Ed2Go.com/Mineral Offered Monthly
PERSONAL FINANCE
Home Buying 101
$95
$95
Learn how to evaluate, buy, sell, and profit with investment
tools that were once thought to be only for the pros. This
course will teach you how to protect your portfolio and
profit in a down market, an up market, or even a flat market.
Learn to leverage your investment dollars for potential
profits that surpass those possible with stocks.
Online
Ed2Go.com/Mineral
Offered Monthly
Where Does All My Money Go?
$30
Join MU Extension office regional
instructor Kendra Graham for an
informative course about raising poultry in
your backyard or small area. Topics will
include housing, feeding, disease
management and marketing for meat and
egg production birds.
ON CAMPUS Thu 6:00 – 9:00pm
Feb 19
FREE
Are you worried that you might not have enough money to
make it through retirement? Stop worrying and start
planning! The earlier you begin planning for your future, the
easier it will be for you to reitre. No matter how inadequage
you believe your current understanding of finance to be, this
course will make you capable to manage your personal
finances, make wise investment decisions, and prepare
adequately for your future.
Online
Ed2Go.com/Mineral
Offered Monthly
Introduction to Stock Options
Raising Backyard Poultry
Mushrooms and Herbs
Thinking of buying a new home? First State Community Bank
will help you understand the home-buying process so you'll
know if you’re ready to begin the search for a new home.
Topics include debt to income, credit scoring, budgeting,
how to figure payments and how much of a payment you
can afford- as well as what to expect during the loan process.
ON CAMPUS
Thurs
6:00 – 9:00pm
March 19
Stocks, Bonds & Investing
HOME AND GARDEN
$95
Ever get frustrated that you never seem to get ahead? Find
out where your money goes. Make your own choices about
where you want it to go. Start to tackle your debt. Learn how
to fund your dreams and stop worrying about money.
Online
Ed2Go.com/Mineral
Offered Monthly
ON CAMPUS
$30
Learn about common herbs, growing
techniques and uses for the home
gardener. Join MU Extension office regional
instructor Kate Kammler for helpful tips
with herbs and mushrooms. Tips include
identifying some wild mushrooms and
learning how to grow cultivated varieties.
Thu
6:00 – 9:00pm
Apr 16
What’s Wrong with My Plant?
$30
Have problems with plants not growing, leaf spots or insects
eating them? Join MU Extension office regional instructor
Kate Kammler for a lesson in how to diagnose the problem
and what control measures to take to correct the problem.
Also feel free to bring pictures or plants for diagnostics.
ON CAMPUS
Thu
6:00 – 9:00pm
May 14
Food Preservation
Workshop
Offered through the University of
Missouri Extension Office, you’ll
learn three ways to preserve your harvest in this 3-day
workshop for $30.
Basic Canning – Water Bath Canning Fruit, Pressure Canning
Green Beans
Jams and Jellies – Use the new Ball Jelly Maker, Extract Juice,
Traditional Jelly
Drying and Freezing – Dehydrating and Freezer Packs
To register for this course, contact the Extension Office at
573-756-4539.
ON CAMPUS
Mon 6:00 – 9:00pm June 15 - 29
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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
BUSINESS MANGEMENT AND FINANCE
COMPUTER APPLICATIONS
Accounting Fundamentals
Gain a marketable new skill by learning the basics of doubleentry bookkeeping, financial reporting, and more. Includes
hands-on experience with handling accounts receivable,
accounts payable, payroll procedures, sales tax and more.
Online
Ed2Go.com/Mineral Offered Monthly
$95
MS Excel 2010 Level 1
Students learn how to format a worksheet, work with
formulas and functions and create charts in this beginner
class. You must be able to navigate your desktop and have
basic computer skills to take this class.
ON CAMPUS Tue/Thu
5:30-8:00 pm Jan 27 – Feb 5
10 hrs
Business Finance for Non-Finance Personnel
$95
MS Excel 2010 Level 2
8 hrs
MS Word 2010 Level 1
10 hrs
$60, plus text
MS Word 2010 Level 2
10 hrs
$60
Are you interested in making better business decisions to
increase your company's profits? In six weeks, you will
significantly improve financial understanding and learn how
to use that knowledge to develop successful business
strategies and make better business decisions.
Online
Ed2Go.com/Mineral Offered Monthly
Employment Law Fundamentals
$95
Learn the basics of employment law so you can legally hire,
evaluate, and manage employees. You'll gain an inside view
of the law with court examples, real situations, and
prevention strategies that prepare you to effectively resolve
workplace issues. You'll learn effective communication
techniques, negotiation strategies, and what to expect if you
do go to court.
Online
Ed2Go.com/Mineral Offered Monthly
Introduction to Business Analysis
$95
The days of making critical business decisions by instinct or
coin toss are long gone. This course will teach you powerful
quantitative methods that will have you making better, more
informed, and more effective business decisions. (Must be
proficient in basic Algebra to be successful in this class.)
Online
Ed2Go.com/Mineral Offered Monthly
Understanding the Human Resources Function
$95
Ideal for small business owners and managers, this course
offers insight and strategies for recruiting, interviewing and
hiring employees, developing policy manuals, retaining
employees, improving workplace communication and
developing benefit packages.
Online
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$60, plus text
$48
Building on the intro class, students learn how to analyze
data using formulas, manage workbook data and use and
analyze table data. Uses the same textbook as MS Excel 1.
ON CAMPUS Tue/Thu
5:30-7:30 pm Feb 24-Mar 5
Learn to create and edit documents and to format text and
paragraphs in this thorough introduction to MS Word. You
must be able to navigate your desktop and have basic
computer skills to take this class.
ON CAMPUS Tue/Thu
5:30-8:00 pm
Mar 17 - 26
Building on the intro class, students learn how to create and
format tables, illustrate documents with graphics, work with
themes and building blocks and merge Word documents.
Uses the same textbook as MS Word 1.
ON CAMPUS Tue/Thu 5:30-8:00 pm
Mar 31 – Apr 9
MS PowerPoint
10 hrs
$60, plus text
Students learn how to create and modify basic presentations in
this beginner level course. You’ll learn how to format text, add
tables, charts and graphs to reinforce information and ideas. If
time allows, you will also learn how to animate your
presentations.
ON CAMPUS Tue/Thu 6:00 – 8:00pm
Apr 14 – 28
Adobe Illustrator CS5 or CS6, Introduction
$95
Adobe Photoshop CS5 or CS6, Introduction
$95
Illustrator is the industry standard for creating vector
images, drawing logos and creating graphics for Flash sites.
You’ll learn how to use a wide range of tools, and by the end
of the course, you'll be a master at using this elegant tool.
Online
Ed2Go.com/Mineral Offered Monthly
Get detailed, step-by-step instructions from an expert and
columnist for Photoshop User magazine who's twice been
nominated for the Photoshop Hall of Fame. You'll have no
trouble following each step—even if you've never used a
computer for graphics before—and you'll have lots of fun
putting your new skills to work in this project-oriented class.
Online
Ed2Go.com/Mineral Offered Monthly
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QuickBooks, Introduction
$95
Use the power of QuickBooks software to take control of
your business accounting! You'll learn how to set up a chart
of accounts, pay bills, invoice customers, create receipts, and
reconcile your checking account. In addition, you'll discover
how to track your accounts payable and receivable, manage
your assets, control inventory, and generate estimates and
reports. (A basic understanding of accounting is required.)
Online
Ed2Go.com/Mineral Offered Monthly
QuickBooks, Intermediate
$95
Move beyond the basics and learn how to utilize many of the
more advanced features and applications, like using the
budgeting feature, managing multiple company files,
importing and exporting data from one file to another, enter
price levels and track discounts and credits, track mileage,
create customer statements and write off past due balances.
You’ll also learn how to enter owner transactions like
withdrawing funds for capital investments or paying for
business transactions with personal cash. (This course
assumes student is proficient with skills covered in the
introductory course and does not reteach those concepts.)
Online
Ed2Go.com/Mineral Offered Monthly
COMPUTER PROGRAMMING
Java Programming Introduction
$95
No prior programming experience? No problem! We’ll start
with a tour of Java, one of the most widely used computer
languages in the world- including its use in building mobile
applications- and it's a breeze to learn. After covering the
basics of programming, you’ll go on to write your own
programs, integrating input and output, calculations,
decision making and loops. Build your knowledge and
confidence with easy-to-understand examples and plenty of
skill-building exercises.
Online
Ed2Go.com/Mineral Offered Monthly
Perl Programming Introduction
$95
SQL Introduction
$95
Perl programming skills are especially valuable for Web
developers, software developers, and system administrators.
Online
Ed2Go.com/Mineral Offered Monthly
Learn the key concepts of Structured Query Language (SQL)
and gain a solid working knowledge of this powerful and
universal database programming language.
You'll start with the basic structure of relational databases
and then learn how to read and write simple and complex
SQL statements before using advanced data manipulation
techniques.
Online
Ed2Go.com/Mineral Offered Monthly
INFORMATION SYSTEM MANAGEMENT
Certified Network Defense Architect
$1,349
Get immersed in an interactive environment where you’ll be
shown how to scan, test, hack and secure your own systems.
The lab intensive environment gives you in-depth knowledge
and practical experience with current essential security
systems. We will begin by understanding how perimeter
defenses work and then be lead into scanning and attacking
your own networks, no real network is harmed. You’ll learn
how intruders escalate privileges and what steps can be
taken to secure a system. Other topics include intrusion
detection, policy creation, social engineering, DDoS attacks,
buffer overflows and virus creation. The course prepares you
for EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker exam 312-50.
Online 360Training (call 800-442-1149) Start Anytime
Implementing Cisco IOS Network Security
$399
Learn how to troubleshoot and monitor network devices to
maintain integrity, confidentiality and availability of data and
devices while developing competency in the technologies
that Cisco uses in its security infrastructure. Topics include:
• Securing Cisco routers
• Implementing AAA
• Security threats: mitigating network attacks
• Mitigate threats using access control lists
• Switch security: mitigate common layer2 attacks
• Implementing site-to-site VPNs on Cisco routers
using the SDM
• Implementing the Cisco IOS IPS feature set
• Cisco IOS firewall features using SDM
Online 360Training (call 800-442-1149) Start Anytime
Implementing Cisco IP Switched Networks Prep
$399
Understanding the Cloud
$95
This course prepares you to take the qualifying exam for the
Cisco Certified Network Professional CCNP® and Cisco
Certified Design Professional CCDP® certifications. The
SWITCH 642-813 exam certifies that the successful candidate
has important knowledge and skills necessary to plan,
configure and verify the implementation of complex
enterprise switching solutions using Cisco's Campus
Enterprise Architecture. The SWITCH exam also covers
secure integration of VLANs, WLANs, voice and video into
campus networks.
Online 360Training (call 800-442-1149) Start Anytime
We'll explore how the cloud works, what drives its incredible
growth and how you can use cloud services. We'll relate the
cloud to things you encounter every day, using non-technical
language. You'll gain an understanding of IaaS, SaaS and
PaaS and why each may be attractive to some businesses,
but not others. You'll learn about the different kinds of
clouds (public, private and hybrid).
Online
Ed2Go.com/Mineral Offered Monthly
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LEADERSHIP
Building Teams that Work
SOFT SKILLS
$95
You'll learn the components of a successful team and the
stages of its development and master the skills you need to
effectively manage projects, make decisions and solve
problems in a team setting. Plus, you'll learn the pitfalls of
unhealthy group interaction and how to minimize its effects.
Online
Ed2Go.com/Mineral Offered Monthly
Leadership
$95
Leadership skills can help you gain the respect and admiration
of others, while also allowing you to enjoy success in your
career and more control over your destiny. Contrary to
popular belief, leadership skills can be learned and developed.
Even if you don't hold a leadership position, this course will
teach you how to use the principles of great leaders to
achieve success in almost every aspect of your daily life.
Online
Ed2Go.com/Mineral Offered Monthly
SALES AND MARKETING
Professional Sales Skills
$95
In good times or bad, companies never stop looking for sales
representatives that can help them meet their financial
goals. If you've always dreamed of becoming successful in
sales, this course is exactly what you need. You'll learn how
to turn prospects into buyers, negotiate, provide proper
customer service, develop a sales plan and more!
Online
Ed2Go.com/Mineral Offered Monthly
Small Business Marketing on a Shoestring
$95
Learn how to use the same marketing tricks big companies
employ—without making a big dent in your wallet. As you
build your customized marketing plan step-by-step, you'll
discover how to attract your target audiences, entice
customers to buy your product or service and keep buyers
coming back for more. You'll get tips on evaluating and
tracking results to fine-tune your approach. Best of all, the
strategies you'll learn fit into any budget—some are free!
Online
Ed2Go.com/Mineral Offered Monthly
Social Media Marketing Specialist
$1,895
Businesses increasingly gravitate to social media to pitch
their products by interacting with audiences and sharing
content that educates, entertains and enlightens. You can be
behind those accounts in this brave new world of social
media marketing. Courses included in this program are:
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Introduction to blogs and blogging with WordPress
Social networking essentials
Twitter, location-based marketing and the mobile web
Media communities, social bookmarking and crowd sourcing
Social media for nonprofits
Business presentations
Online
Achieving Success with
Difficult People
$95
Individual Excellence
$95
Do you know people whose behavior makes
completing even the simplest tasks difficult?
Do you want to have successful relationships
with difficult bosses, co-workers, students,
neighbors or family members? Join this class
and get helpful information for understanding
yourself, solving people problems, improving
your relationships and productivity.
Ed2Go.com/Mineral
Offered Monthly
Develop career-enhancing skills in a single
course that covers popular one-day seminar
topics, including goal setting, time
management and personal organization. You'll
learn how to improve your creative abilities,
gain confidence with financial matters and
how to minimize conflict in your life.
Ed2Go.com/Mineral
Offered Monthly
Keys to Effective Communication
$95
You'll learn to use communication to build rapport and
create environments of trust, warmth and respect. Become
more confident, create a great first impression, get along
well with others and create more and stronger personal and
professional relationships.
Online
Ed2Go.com/Mineral Offered Monthly
STARTING YOUR OWN BUSINESS
Creating a Successful Business Plan
$95
Turn your business ideas into a solid plan for financing and
long-term success. Committing your idea to paper in the
form of a business plan not only increases your chances of
obtaining financing, but also in keeping your business
strategically focused. With the support of your instructor
and a network of like-minded students, you'll work through
all of the major components of writing a business plan and
emerge with your first draft in hand. And most importantly,
you will have completed the first--and most difficult--step on
the path to small business success.
Online
Ed2Go.com/Mineral Offered Monthly
360Training (call 800-442-1149) Start Anytime
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Creating WordPress Websites
WEB AND MOBILE APP DESIGN
Achieving Top Search Engine Positions
$95
Boost your website's visibility by incorporating tips that will
improve search engine results. You'll discover how search
engines crawl the Web, rank websites and find previously
undiscovered sites. You’ll also learn which HTML tags are
key to getting sites on a search engine's radar and which
keywords hold the most potential.
Online
Ed2Go.com/Mineral Offered Monthly
Creating Mobile Apps
$95
Do you want to make mobile apps that run on iPhone and
iPad, as well as on Android, Blackberry and Windows Phone?
Do you want to learn five different programming languages?
Of course you don't! You're about to discover a better way
to build apps. In this course, you'll learn how to imagine,
design, build and optimize a cross-platform mobile app using
the latest HTML5 standards. The result will be a mobile app
that's fast and runs on just about any smartphone or tablet.
Online
Ed2Go.com/Mineral Offered Monthly
$95
Want to build an attractive, sophisticated blog or website—
without having to learn any special coding? WordPress could
be the answer! WordPress is free, easy to use and produces
professional results, making it one of the most popular Web
design tools. In this class, you will learn how to organize a
blog or website, create appealing content and achieve better
positions on search engine results pages. You’ll also get
hands-on experience with WordPress as you create your
own site. We’ll walk you through the process as you create
pages and master the technical elements of WordPress.
Online
Ed2Go.com/Mineral Offered Monthly
Contact Continuing Education
Mail: Continuing Ed · Mineral Area College
P.O. Box 1000 ∙ Park Hills, MO 63601
Phone: (573) 518-2342 · Fax: (573) 518-3836
Email: [email protected]
Physical Location: 5270 Flat River Road ∙ Park Hills
(Located at the main campus entrance between the
Highway Patrol Trooper Station and Serenity Hospice Care)
HOW TO REGISTER
Ed2Go ONLINE Classes: Log on to www.Ed2Go.com/Mineral, search for your class and click the “Enroll Now”
button. You may securely pay online with a debit or credit card or select the “Pay Later” option and call our office
at 573.518.2342 to make payment arrangements.
360Training ONLINE Classes: Log on to www.MineralArea.edu/CE, click on “360Training” on the left navigation
panel. Search for your class and select the “Enroll” button. For assistance, call 800.442.1149.
ON CAMPUS Classes: Follow the directions in the form below or call our office at 573.518.2342.
Please complete the form below and return it with check or card payment to
our office in person, by mail, phone or email at:
Continuing Ed · Mineral Area College · P.O. Box 1000 ∙ Park Hills, MO 63601
Phone: (573) 518-2342 · Email: [email protected]
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Payment is due at time of registration.
Refund Policy: “On Campus” courses
require a 3-business day cancellation in
order to receive a refund. For online class
refund policies, contact our office. If MAC
cancels a class, a full refund will be issued.
Inclement Weather: Continuing Education
may cancel classes even if college classes
are not canceled. Listen to the recording at
573.518.2342 to find out if your class has
been canceled.
Supplies/Textbooks: Supply and/or
textbook information will be available
when you register (if applicable.) Supply
fees are payable to the instructor on the
first day of class.
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