Bulletin - MiraCosta College

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Bulletin - MiraCosta College
MiraCosta College
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Adult High School • Noncredit Adult Courses • ESL
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MiraCosta College
OCEANSIDE CAMPUS
COMMUNITY LEARNING CENTER
Located just north of Highway 78 off College Boulevard;
121-acre hilltop campus with coastal and mountain views.
One mile east of I-5; home to MiraCosta College’s
tuition-free noncredit program.
1831 Mission Avenue, Oceanside
1 Barnard Drive, Oceanside
SAN ELIJO CAMPUS
TECHNOLOGY CAREER INSTITUTE
& SMALL BUSINESS
DEVELOPMENT CENTER
3333 Manchester Avenue, Cardiff
2075 Las Palmas Drive, Carlsbad
Nestled below the bluffs and facing the San Elijo Lagoon;
42-acre campus just east of I-5.
Located four miles east of I-5 in central Carlsbad between
El Camino Real and Palomar Airport Road.
ONLINE
miracosta.edu/cybercosta
MiraCosta College’s quality online courses are delivered
straight to you via the Internet…anytime, anywhere.
Looking for Credit Courses?
The credit class schedule is now available online at
miracosta.edu. To have the credit schedule mailed to you,
call 760.795.6615, email pio@miracosta.edu, or visit
miracosta.edu/getinfo
Enroll online at miracosta.edu
miracosta.edu / info@miracosta.edu / 760.757.2121
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WELCOME TO SUMMER 2015
MiraCosta College Community Education Bulletin
Contents
Community Education
Workshops, Classes & Excursions
On pages 8–43 of this bulletin you will find a variety of enrichment and work skills courses.
All of these courses are affordable, fee-based, not-for-credit offerings that are not supported by
any state or local taxes. You will also find College for Kids on pages 55–71. Your enrollment
fees keep this program going.
Class Locations List.......................... 6
Online Work Skils............................. 19
Parking Information.......................... 6
Medical Billing & Coding.............. 19
Community Education
Medical Insurance Billing............. 20
Registration Form........................... 7
Medical Front Office..................... 20
Arts...................................................... 8
Online Electronics/Robotics......... 20
Drawing & Painting......................... 9
Online Ed2go................................... 21
Photography.................................. 10
Children & Teens............................. 23
Business & Career...........................11
Driver Education............................. 25
Notary Public................................. 12
Computers....................................... 26
Contract Training............................ 13
Enrichment
Business & Career/Work Skills...... 13
Fitness & Recreation...................... 28
Certified AT/FP Specialist.............. 14
Language & Literature.................. 30
Executive Protection...................... 14
Health & Personal Well-Being....... 31
High Risk First Responder.............. 15
Divorce Workshops........................ 33
High Threat Protection Specialist.15
Personal Finances......................... 34
Engineering Technician Training. 16
Food & Wine.................................. 35
Facility Technician........................ 16
Cooking......................................... 36
Solar PV...........................................17
Performing Arts.............................. 36
Manufacturing Machinist.............17
English Language Institute............ 38
Personal Care Assistant................ 18
Excursions........................................ 38
Phlebotomy.................................... 18
National......................................... 41
International.................................. 42
College for Kids.............................. 55
Index................................................. 78
General
General Information........................ 72
Campus Maps.................................. 74
MiraCosta College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, Western Association of Schools
and Colleges, 10 Commercial Blvd., Suite 204, Novato, CA 94949, 415.506.0234, an institutional accrediting body recognized by
the Council for Higher Education Accreditation and the U.S. Department of Education. Additional information about accreditation,
including the filing of complaints against member institutions, can be found at: accjc.org.
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WELCOME TO SUMMER 2015
MiraCosta College Community Education Bulletin
Contents
Continuing Education for Adults
Tuition-Free Noncredit Courses
On pages 44– 54 of this bulletin you will find a variety of continuing education noncredit
courses. All of these classes are state supported, and there is no tuition charged. For
registration and class location information, please go to pages 46–49. Registration for
summer classes begins May 6, 2015.
How to Enroll..................................... 46
Special Education........................... 51
Tuition-Free Noncredit
Adult High School ........................... 51
Application for Admission............. 48
Adult Basic Education..................... 52
Class Locations.............................. 49
English as a Second Language..... 53
Health and Safety............................ 49
Intensive English as a
Short-Term Vocational..................... 49
Second Language......................... 53
Cisco Networking Academy —
English Class in the Community
CCENT —CCNA.............................. 49
Learning Lab................................... 53
Computer....................................... 49
Citizenship........................................ 54
Older Adults...................................... 50
Art.................................................... 50
Health.............................................. 50
General
General Information........................ 72
Campus Maps.................................. 74
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COMMUNITY EDUCATION > HOW TO REGISTER | 5
How to Register
Five easy ways to register for fee-based, not-for-credit
classes, workshops, and excursions (pages 8–43)
1 Internet Registration —Go to miracosta.augusoft.net to register online.
2 By Phone: 760.795.6820—Please have your Visa, MasterCard, or Discover card in hand
and your registration information ready when you call.
COMMUNITY EDUCATION REGISTRAATION
3 In Person—Community Education & Workforce Development Office, Technology
Career Institute, 2075 Las Palmas Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92011. Hours: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.,
Monday–Thursday and 9 a.m.–4 p.m., Friday.
4 By Mail—Complete the registration form on the next page. Use a separate form for each
person. Forms may be duplicated. Registration fees may be charged to Visa, MasterCard,
Discover card or paid by check. Make checks payable to MiraCosta College.
If you would like a confirmation, enclose a self-addressed, stamped envelope. Mail checks
and completed registration form(s) to:
Community Education & Workforce Development, MiraCosta College Technology Career
Institute, 2075 Las Palmas Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92011
Remember to mark your calendar with class date, time and location. If you have included your email
address on your registration form, you will receive an email confirmation of your enrollment.
Refund & Transfer Policy
Check refunds may take 4–6 weeks to process:
Class/Workshop Refund Policy: Refunds will be made up to three days prior to class start date.
No refunds will be given once a class has started. A $10 cancellation fee for regular classes and
a $25 cancellation fee for work skills certificate programs will be retained for each refund. A full
refund will be given if a class is cancelled due to low enrollment. Unused attendance is not transferable to another class session.
Excursion Refund Policy: Refunds will be granted up to one week before the excursion only if
the excursion is full and someone on the waiting list is available to take your place. There will
be a $25 cancellation fee if a replacement can be found.
Class/Workshop Transfer Policy: Transfers will be approved up to three days prior to the
class start date. A $10 transfer fee will be retained for each class/workshop. Students must
receive a verbal approval from Community Education before transfer is complete.
Community Education Class Locations (Pages 8–43)
Don Myers Stained Glass……………………………………………1025 South Coast Highway, Oceanside
El Camino High School……………………………………………….400 Rancho del Oro Drive, Oceanside
Encinitas Ranch Golf Course……………………………………………1275 Quail Gardens Drive, Encinitas
Hoof Haven Farms……………………………………………………....4777 South Mission Road, Fallbrook
Landes Recreation Center……………………………………………………..2855 Cedar Road, Oceanside
MiraCosta College, Community Learning Center………………………..1831 Mission Avenue, Oceanside
MiraCosta College, Oceanside Campus………………………………………..1 Barnard Drive, Oceanside
MiraCosta College, San Elijo Campus……………………………………3333 Manchester Avenue, Cardiff
MiraCosta College, Technology Career Institute................................. 2075 Las Palmas Drive, Carlsbad
Parking Information
Parking permits are required at Oceanside, San Elijo and Community Learning Center (CLC)
campuses of MiraCosta College at all times. Students may park in any lot marked Student or
spaces marked Student at all campuses. Please avoid any spaces or lots marked Staff. Parking
permits may be purchased from parking permit vending machines as follows:
• Oceanside Campus: There are three parking permit vending machines located on the Oceanside Campus in Parking Lots 1A, 3C and 4C. In Parking Lot 4C, students may use debit and credit cards, one dollar bills and change (no pennies). In Parking Lots 3C and 1A, students may use one dollar bills and change (no pennies).
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San Elijo Campus: There is one parking permit vending machine located next to the College Police kiosk in the front of the campus. This machine takes one dollar bills and change (no pennies).
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Technology Career Institute: Parking permit is not required. Parking is free.
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Community Learning Center: There is one parking permit vending machine located in front of Building A. This machine takes one dollar bills and change (no pennies).
For more information email us at: commservices@miracosta.edu
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Communit y Education
Workshops, Classes & Excursions
All of these courses are affordable, fee-based, not-for-credit offerings
REGISTRATION FORM
(COMMUNITY EDUCATION & WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT)
 FALL 20______  SPRING 20_______  SUMMER 20_______
Community Education & Workforce Development Courses —Call 760.795.6820
Parking permits are required weekdays on all campuses —see page 6.
Workshops, Classes & Excursions: On pages 8–43 of this bulletin you will find a variety of
enrichment courses. All of these courses are affordable, fee-based, not-for-credit offerings
that are not supported by state or local taxes. Your enrollment fees keep this program going.
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COMMUNITY EDUCATION REGISTRATION FORM
MAIL TO: Community Education & Workforce Development, MiraCosta College Technology
Career Institute, 2075 Las Palmas Dr., Carlsbad, CA 92011
ARTS—CRAFTS & SEWING
Mosaic Murals & More!
ARTS—CRAFTS & SEWING
In this fun, relaxed class we will explore
mosaic design and transfer methods and
techniques intended for mosaic murals,
back splashes, decorative walls, etc.
Students will create their own flat surface
mosaic on a table, tray, or other flat
surface that can be transported to class.
All levels welcome, whether you consider
yourself an artist or not. More advanced
students may choose to do their own
project with individual guidance from the
instructor and class participation.
Supplies: A $40 material fee will be collected
in class to cover mosaic materials, glue, and
supplemental materials. All supplies will be provided
for a project to begin work the first class. Student
will provide the base for the main project of their
choosing.
Instructor: Cathy Sparks Lyons, BFA
Fee: $105
San Elijo Campus, Room 205
7 Saturdays, 7/18–8/29, 9 a.m.–12 p.m.,
Clothing Alteration, Restyling
& Repairs
Learn the basics of garment fitting, style,
restyle and repairs. Bring in garments to
try on and be fitted by instructor. Receive
step by step demonstration on how to
fit, mark, sew, press and finish off most
basic alterations, restyle and repairs.
In addition, learn how to choose well
in future purchases based on the style
and fit that best suit your body type. The
instructor will do demonstrations from
9 a.m.–12 p.m., followed by a short lunch
break, then hands-on lab until 2 p.m.
Supplies: MiraCosta College does not provide
sewing machines. Bring a sack lunch. A materials
list will be sent prior to the start of class.
Instructor: Angela Fesi-Pouliot
Fee: $80
Oceanside Campus, Room 4529
4 Saturdays, 8/1–8/29, 9 a.m.–2 p.m.
Class will not be held on 8/15..
Stained Glass for Beginners
Create your own beautiful stained-glass
art pieces and windows! Learn the art
of stained glass from a master cutter,
right in his stained-glass studio! In this
comprehensive workshop, you will learn
the basics of design and assembly, as
well as the use of the tools needed to
develop beautiful stained-glass artwork.
By the end of the workshop, you will have
created one to three projects suitable
for display or sale (depending on your
speed and ability).
Supplies: A $40 per project material fee for glass,
solder, lead and copper will be collected in class.
On-site sales of tools available. Bring snacks.
Instructor: Don Myers
Fee: $95
Don Myers Stained Glass
1025 S. Coast Highway, Oceanside
3 Saturdays, 6/6–6/20, 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
Registration is easy…
1. Register online at
miracosta.edu/community
24 hours a day! Or…
2. Call us at 760.795.6820. Or…
3. Mail in the registration form.
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ARTS—DRAWING & PAINTING
Drawing Landscapes
All experience levels welcome,
especially the enthusiastic amateur!
Supplies: A $3 material fee will be collected in
class. A materials list will be sent prior to the start
of class.
Instructor: Drew Bandish
Fee: $90
San Elijo Campus, Room 406
5 Saturdays, 6/6–7/11, 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Class will not be held on 7/4.
Oil Painting
Unlock painterly self expression. This
class is for new or experienced students
who have good drawing skills. The class
emphasis changes each semester so
there is continual learning of new skills.
The goal is to better understand value,
shape, color and how to use them to
create a harmonious painting. During
class, there is a mix of painting and
working independently. By the end of
this course, you will have some finished
paintings to proudly display in your
home! You will build the foundation you
need to create great works of art.
Supplies: A $4 material fee will be collected in
class. A materials list will be sent prior to the start
of class.
Instructor: Anne von Benckendorff
Fee: $90
San Elijo Campus, Room 205
5 Saturdays, 8/1–8/29, 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
All experience levels welcome,
especially the enthusiastic amateur!
In this lesson set, we will focus on
representing the elemental parts of
landscape painting: sky, land, water,
mood, atmosphere, light and purposeful
composition. Learn a logical procedure
to artfully depict representational
subjects in watercolor. Developing
control of shape, color, value and
texture in watercolor media is what this
course is all about. Join like-minded
adults and a dedicated instructor as we
explore the process of creative picture
making through lessons designed to
develop proficiency with watercolor.
Match colors you see (or want to see),
master three textures, explore four
methods of paint to paper, attend to
three attributes of effective shapes,
then apply these design, drawing and
technical tips to your own creative
watercolor interpretations of landscape
subjects from photos and imagination.
With specific instruction, enthusiastic
intent plus time on task, you can expect
significant progress.
Supplies: A $3 material fee will be collected in
class. A materials list will be sent prior to the start
of class.
Instructor: Drew Bandish
Fee: $108
San Elijo Campus, Room 406
6 Saturdays, 7/18–8/22, 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Methods, Ideas & Techniques
in Watercolor
Learn to paint the beauty that surrounds
us as we explore this wonderful art form.
Step-by-step demonstrations teach
the techniques necessary to create
paintings alive with color and light. This
stress-free approach to watercolor offers
students the inspiration and support
needed to master this beautiful medium.
Supplies: A $6 material fee will be collected in
class. A materials list will be sent prior to the start
of class.
Instructor: Kathleen FitzSimons, artist
Fee: $80
San Elijo Campus, Room 206
5 Saturdays, 6/13–7/25, 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Class will not be held on 6/20 and 7/4.
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ARTS—DRAWING & PAINTING
These lessons will feature a fun mix of
drawing from imagination, photos and
observation. We’ll explore a logical
approach to artfully depict most
landscape subjects, such as trees and
land, water and skies with the thoughtful
use of descriptive, interesting shapes and
the effective use of values and textures.
This is an ideal companion course to
future study in painting classes with Drew
Bandish and other instructors. Common
drawing supplies include: paper, pencils,
erasers, color pencils.
Watercolor Landscape
Painting
ARTS—PHOTOGRAPHY
Digital SLR Photography Series
This introductory digital SLR photography series can
be taken as individual courses for $39, or together for
only $99!
The photography topics are interrelated and affect one
another, so we recommend you take all three (Getting
Started with dSLR, Aperture & Shutter Speed, and
Perfect Photographs Made Easy) to get a complete
understanding of the camera and picture taking.
ARTS—PHOTOGRAPHY
Getting Started with your dSLR
In this workshop, you will learn how to set
up your camera to optimize the quality
of your photographs right off the bat.
We will cover the all-important topics
of white balance and ISO to be able to
shoot under difficult conditions. And of
course, learn about all of the little icons
on your shooting dial. You’ll be able to
take pictures right away!
Supplies: A $3 material fee will be collected in
class. Please bring your camera and manual to
class.
Instructor: Terry Matsuoka
Fee: $39
San Elijo Campus, Room 306
1 Tuesday, 6/23 5:30–7:30 p.m.
From Good to Great Photos:
Understanding Aperture &
Shutter Speed
Even if you didn’t realize it, this is
probably why you bought your dSLR in
the first place! These concepts can be
daunting to understand on your own.
But once you master these aspects
of photography, it’s what’s going to
separate your pictures from the rest.
We will also take a look at some of the
pictures you took after your first session
for constructive commentary. After this
class, you’ll be able to practice depth of
field and capture motion and time.
Supplies: A $3 material fee will be collected in
class. Please bring your camera and manual
to class.
The instructor was knowledgeable,
Instructor: Terry Matsuoka
cordial and informative!
Fee: $39
BUSINESS & CAREER—GENERAL
San Elijo Campus, Room 306
1 Tuesday 6/30, 5:30–7:30 p.m.
‘‘
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QUALIFIED
INSTRUCTORS
NEEDED!
Want to join MiraCosta College
Community Education &
Workforce Development by
teaching
new and fascinating
not-for-credit courses?
We are offering a unique
opportunity for instructors and/
or subject matter experts to
teach creative new classes and
programs! Come and share
your talents, ideas, and skills in
this part-time teaching job!
Please contact our office at
760.795.6820 or send a cover
letter describing your subject
matter qualifications and
resume to
sgaitan@miracosta.edu
Making Shooting Perfect
Pictures Easy
To get great pictures, we will cover
strategies and basic lighting. These two
topics will improve your photographs
tenfold, no matter what camera you
use. To make getting that perfect shot
easy, we will cover these tools in your
camera: lens focal length, exposure
compensation, bracketing, auto-focus
points, and flash. You will be surprised
how being so advanced can be so easy!
Supplies: A $3 material fee will be collected in
class. Please bring your camera and manual to
class.
Instructor: Terry Matsuoka
Fee: $39
San Elijo Campus, Room 306
1 Tuesday, 7/7, 5:30–7:30 p.m.
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BUSINESS & CAREER—GENERAL
$Cash$ in with a Successful
Home-Based Business
NEW
Sales Strategies for Success
Gain powerful communication skills and
professional techniques for success in
sales and in life. Professionals in business
management, sales, marketing and
corporate America will learn how to
identify, find, approach and close key
customers and gatekeepers to yield
higher commissions and upward career
mobility. All attendees will discover
techniques for influencing others and
techniques for protecting yourselves
against the common techniques being
used by others to persuade you. Each
topic and technique in this course will
be specifically targeted at the exact
trades, environments, and challenges
being faced by students in attendance;
meaning, the course will be tailored
precisely to you! By the conclusion of
this course you will have learned and
practiced new tools and techniques
for accomplishing exactly what you
are striving to achieve personally and
professionally.
Supplies: Bring with you a list of specific objections
and obstacles you are facing that you hope this
course will help you overcome, transcend or barrel
through.
Instructor: Clayton Thibodeau
Fee: $65
Oceanside Campus, Room 3106
2 Tuesdays, 7/14–7/21, 5:30–8:30 p.m.
Learn how to make extra income
buying and selling wholesale cars as a
home-based business. You will learn six
techniques that can earn you $3,000
selling just one to three cars a month.
Learn how to get your auto dealer
license and how to operate a profitable
used car business. Find out the how and
where of buying at wholesale prices
and how to sell at retail for a very good
profit. You'll get a FREE list of all the 300+
dealer-only auctions in the USA where
automobiles are sold below wholesale.
This class is DMV approved and you'll
receive a DMV certificate of completion
at the end of the class.
Supplies: A $25 material fee will be collected in
class. Please bring a notebook and pen to class.
Instructor: Wayne Williams
Fee: $89
Oceanside Campus, Room 3106
1 Wednesday & 1 Thursday, 6/17 & 6/18, 6–9 p.m.
Pass the Real Estate Sales
Exam on the First Try!
NEW
Half the people who take the state
exam fail the test. Spend a full day
with our in-house expert so as to make
sure you are not one of them. Through
sample tests, explanations of correct
answer choices and discussions of testtaking techniques, you WILL have the
confidence to pass on the first try. Mr.
Mansfield has 40 years of real estate
investment experience as an author,
instructor, and real estate consultant; you
can be assured of a valuable learning
experience.
Supplies: A $25 material fee (includes sample test
book) will be collected in class .
Instructor: Bill Mansfield
Fee: $99
Oceanside Campus Room 3103
1 Saturday, 7/11, 9 a.m. –4 p.m.
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BUSINESS & CAREER—GENERAL
Are you tired of working for someone
else? Do you need to make more
money? Turn your talents and hobbies
into profits at home by learning how to
start a home-based business from a
chamber of commerce past president
and successful Southern California
entrepreneur. During this comprehensive,
informative workshop, you will discover:
• More than 100 home-business ideas
• Mandatory legal documentation
• Many ways to market your
product/service
• How to take tax deductions
(This workshop included!)
• FREE future Q&A opportunities
This is probably the most comprehensive
business startup workshop you will ever
find, so if you really want to succeed in a
home business, this step-by-step session
is a must!
Supplies: A $20 material fee will be collected in
class to cover three booklets.
Instructor: LeeAnne Krusemark
Fee: $50
Oceanside Campus, Room 3106
1 Thursday, 7/23, 6–8 p.m.
Make Extra Income—
DMV Auto Wholesale Business
from Home
BUSINESS & CAREER—NOTARY
BUSINESS & CAREER—NOTARY
Become a Notary Public the
Smart Way—In One Day!
Learn new 2015 laws!
Establish yourself as a notary public,
earn additional income and provide a
service to your community. Successful
notaries provide a valuable service to
their company, friends, and private
clients. Our intensive six-hour seminar is
designed to equip you with everything
you need to know to become a safe and
effective notary public. You will find out
about new legislation as well as how to
pass the new test (must be taken every
four years), identify document signers,
keep a journal, fill out certificates and
avoid lawsuits. Must be at least 18 years
old and have a clean record.
Note: The cost of the class includes
the notary public exam (see box for
information regarding the notary test).
Supplies: A $30 material fee will be collected in
class. See box at right.
Instructor: Notary Public Seminars, Inc.
Fee: $99
Oceanside Campus, Room 3205
1 Saturday, 8/1, 8 a.m.–6 p.m.
Note: Due to state regulations, no one will be admitted
to the classroom after 8:30 a.m. In addition, you must
be on time when returning to the classroom from a
break. Refunds will not be issued.
Notary Testing
For those students who need just
the notary exam. Either preregister
with MiraCosta College Community
Education, or pay at the door. A six-hour
approved course must be completed
before you are eligible to take the notary
exam
(see box for information regarding the
notary test).
Fee: $25
Oceanside Campus, Room 3205
1 Saturday, 8/1, 3:45 – 5:45 p.m.
For regular notary, renewing notary,
and those taking just the test,
Cooperative Personnel Service will
register you for the exam from 3:45
to 4:45 p.m. The exam will be from
4:45 to 5:45 p.m. If you are taking the
exam, you will need the following: $40
check made payable to “Secretary
of State,” current CA driver’s license
with photo or state-issued ID card, a
2" x 2" color photo of yourself, and two
#2 pencils. If you took your notary
class online, you MUST have your
certificate of completion with you.
Fingerprints are required after you
pass the exam.
BUSINESS & CAREER—GENERAL
Become a Certified
Renewing Notaries
Three-hour, state-required seminar
Take a three-hour approved notary
refresher course. We will review 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 a renewing class. Cooperative
Personnel Services (CPS) will register you
for the exam from 4:15 p.m. to 5 p.m. A
six-hour approved course must be taken
first.
Note: The cost of the class includes
the notary public exam (see box for
information regarding the notary test).
Supplies: A $30 material fee will be collected in
class.
Fee: $50
Oceanside Campus, Room 3205
1 Saturday, 8/1, 12:45–4 p.m.
Loan-Signing Agent
California's real estate industry is in need
of notaries and others who would like to
become loan document specialists. No
need to be a commissioned notary or
have the results of your exam in order
to take this course. You must, however,
have taken a notary class in order to
enroll in this workshop. Find out how to
contact the most profitable businesses
and who your primary contact should
be; get signed up with successful
signing services/agencies and build
your own business. We take you through
a practice loan package where you’ll
learn how to properly notarize loan
packages. Additionally, you will learn
how to negotiate your fee and advertise
yourself in your market, get called back
and brand yourself as a professional. No
tests are needed or given to become a
loan-signing agent. BONUS: Free listing of
50 loan-signing companies.
Supplies: A $40 material fee and a $20 certificate
fee will be collected in class.
Instructor: Notary Public Seminars, Inc.
Fee: $99
Oceanside Campus, Room 3102
1 Saturday, 8/15, 9 a.m.– 4 p.m.
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CONTRACT TRAINING / WORK SKILLS
Contract Training
LET OUR EXPERT TRAINERS COME TO YOU
MiraCosta College Provides Training for Your Employees.
Your place, our place or online.
Training your employees is the best investment you can make!
• HR Training and Management
• Business Writing & Emailing
• Leadership Academy
• Computer Skills
• Managing Change and Transitions
• Customer Service Training
• Mediation & Conflict Resolution
• ESL and Accent Reduction Trainings
• Prevention of Sexual Harassment
For more information,
call: 760.795.6824 or email: lkurokawa@miracosta.edu
Calling Our Local Industry!
Our job training programs help
individuals in many ways:
• Get back to work,
• Improve their situation
• Teach additional skills to increase their opportunities.
Would you like to help these students?
We are looking for:
• Monetary donations
• Materials/supplies
• Equipments
• Guest speakers or participants on our advisory boards
• Places for our students to tour or job shadow.
Call Mike Green at 760.757.2121, x6342
FREE Information Sessions!
We are offering FREE information sessions for many of our
Work Skills Programs
• Introduction to Solar PV Installation, 6 p.m., Thursday, May 21
Landes Recreation Center, 2855 Cedar Road, Oceanside (see page 17)
• Engineering Technician, 6 p.m., Tuesday, June 2
Technology Career Institute, 2075 Las Palmas Drive, Carlsbad (see page 16)
• Facility Technician, 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, June 10
Landes Recreation Center, 2855 Cedar Road, Oceanside (see page 16)
• Manufacturing Machinist Technician, 6 p.m., Thursday, June 18
Technology Career Institute, 2075 Las Palmas Drive, Carlsbad (see page 17)
• Phlebotomy Training Program, 6 p.m., Wednesday, July 29
Technology Career Institute, 2075 Las Palmas Drive, Carlsbad (see page 18)
We will conduct an assessment after certain information sessions. If you have a
verifiable disability, you will need to call us one week prior to the assessment
so that we will have time to make the proper accommodations for you.
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CONTRACT TRAINING / WORK SKILLS
• Business Ethics
BUSINESS & CAREER—EXECUTIVE PROTECTION
BUSINESS & CAREER—EXECUTIVE PROTECTION
Certified AT/FP Specialist (CAPS)
This course is a comprehensive program designed for individuals who wish
to become armed protection officers. This intensive program is 127 hours of
classroom and field instruction. Students will receive all course work for a
California guard card, exposed weapon permit, and a baton permit. In addition,
certain students will qualify for a concealed weapon permit from the states
of Florida and Utah (you will not be able to carry a concealed weapon in
California). Students also will receive four days of specialized training for those
who want anti-terrorism/force protection training.
Topics covered in this course include:
• 16 hours of mandatory guard card courses
• Over 16 hours of elective course work (required
within six months of receiving a guard card)
• Exposed firearms and CCW instruction
• 32 hours of anti-terrorism/force protection training
• Resume building and interview advice
Upon completion of this course, students will receive the permits and licenses
mentioned above, as well as a Certificate of Accomplishment from MiraCosta
College.
Fee: $2,650. WIA and GI Bill funding approved.
Location: MiraCosta College Technology Career Institute, 2075 Las Palmas Dr., Carlsbad
Class Dates: 15 consecutive days, 9/2–9/16 or 1/6/16–1/20/16, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Visit htpscourse.com or call 760.757.2121, x6346 for details about how to apply.
Executive Protection
The executive protection business in the U.S. is on the rise due to economic
downturn, terrorism on U.S. soil, information security exploitation, and other
factors. Between 2006 and 2010, security budgets for high profile CEOs grew
by over 30% according to executive compensation research firm Equilar.
This executive protection course is the ideal starting point for those wishing
to break into the protection business, those transitioning from military or law
enforcement, or for high-threat protection specialists/WPS/PSD who want to add
corporate and celebrity protection to their existing knowledge and skill sets.
Topics covered in this course include:
• Nuances of celebrity protection
• Estate/residential protection
• Corporate security protocols
• Handgun skills for corporate
security professionals
• Motorcade procedures
• Stalker investigations
• The specifics of special event security
• International travel
Upon completion of this course, students will receive a Certificate of
Accomplishment from MiraCosta College.
Fee: $3,150. WIA and GI Bill funding approved.
Class Dates: 8 consecutive days, 9/18–9/25 or 11/6–11/13 or 1/22/16–1/29/16
8+ hours a day.
Visit htpscourse.com or call 760.757.2121, x6346 for details about how to apply.
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BUSINESS & CAREER—HIGH THREAT PROTECTION
High-Risk First Responder
Topics covered include:
• Stopping severe bleeding
• Emergency cricothyrotomy
• Needle decompression
• Medical emergencies & medications
• Advanced tactical emergency casualty care
• Basic and advanced airways
• Wound packing
• Motor vehicle accidents
• Remote medical care
• Emergency and non-emergency
patient moves
Upon completion of this course,
students will receive a Certificate of
Accomplishment from MiraCosta
College, a CPR/AED for Professional
Rescuers certification and Tactical
Combat Casualty Care (TCCC)
Provider certification.
Fee: $1,950. WIA and GI Bill funding approved.
Class Dates: 6 consecutive days, 9/27–10/2 or
11/15–11/20 or 1/31/16–2/25/16
8+ hours a day.
Visit htpscourse.com or call 760.757.2121, x6346 for details about how to apply.
High-Threat Protection Specialist
This course bridges the gap between conventional domestic protective
operations and war-zone PSD work. This 19-day program will provide the training,
knowledge, and skill sets to be a proficient protective team leader/member in all
threat areas by focusing on one of the most challenging protective environments,
the high-threat low-profile area of operations.
Protecting a journalist in Beirut, a business executive in Mexico, or a humanitarian
visiting a dangerous region in Africa, are all examples of high-threat low-profile
environments you may find yourself assigned to. As an American citizen working
a private protective detail on foreign soil, you may be working alone or in a
very small team, generally will not be allowed to carry firearms, and will have to
arrange all of your own local resources. These limitations highlight the need for a
high level of training in specific skill sets.
This unique program was designed by industry professionals who have drawn
from their vast experiences in the field. Upon completion of this course, students
will receive a Certificate of Accomplishment from MiraCosta College.
Topics covered include:
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Handgun shooting
Live fire, immediate action drills
Four full-protective details
Combatives for protective specialists
Driver & live fire vehicle down drills
Foreign weapons live fire
Unlawful detention
Vehicle tactics, reverse clinic, unlawful check
point procedures
• Site, route, threat and risk assessment
• Recruitment assistance
Fee: $6,875. WIA (partial) and GI Bill funding
approved.
Class Dates: 19 consecutive days,
10/4–10/22 or 11/22–12/10 or 2/7/16–2/25/16
8+ hours a day.
Visit htpscourse.com or call
760.757.2121, x6346 for details about
how to apply.
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BUSINESS & CAREER—HIGH THREAT PROTECTION
Whether you are working in the U.S. or abroad, well-rounded medical training
can be the difference between life and death. Many do not have the time to
attend lengthy EMT or paramedic courses. This intensive six-day course gives
students the most important skills that military medics, EMT, paramedics and
remote medical practitioners use to provide emergency care in a variety of
environments. This course focuses on serious wounds caused by gunshots,
blasts, vehicle accidents, medical emergencies, and other life-threatening
injuries that may be encountered in a military, law enforcement or high-risk
security environment. Advanced labs are available for students who already
have TCCC Provider certification and CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers
certification. No prior medical training is required.
BUSINESS & CAREER—ENGINEERING / FACILITY TECH
BUSINESS & CAREER—ENGINEERING / FACILITY TECH
NEW
Engineering Technician
Engineering technology, or mechatronics, integrates theories and application
in mechanical, electrical and electronic systems, fluid power, robotics, and
computer software. All topics covered during lecture are explored significantly
more in-depth during the lab portion of each class. The wide range of test
equipment utilized in the lab gives students an opportunity to train with
equipment they can expect to find in the workplace. Our program is designed
around the changing skills and training demanded by area manufacturers.
Students learn how to not only use the equipment, but to repair, troubleshoot,
and install systems. Students who attend will experience an accelerated
program designed to quickly prepare them to meet the skill sets that will qualify
graduates to move right into entry-level positions with local industry.
Fee: $5,500. WIA and GI Bill funding approved.
Location: Technology Career Institute, 2075 Las Palmas Dr., Carlsbad
Class Dates: Monday–Friday, 8/12–11/19 (no class 9/7), 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Sign up for the free information session:
MiraCosta College Technology Career Institute
2075 Las Palmas Dr., Carlsbad
Tuesday, June 2 at 6 p.m.
Note: Math, writing, and reading comprehension assessments
will be given at the conclusion of the information session.
Facility Technician
Students enrolled in this program will gain instruction in the maintenance and
repair of systems, components, and processes commonly found in industrial
manufacturing, office buildings, schools, hotels and resorts, hospitals and
apartment complexes. This 136-hour program will provide a combination
of classroom and field instruction, as well as preparation to sit for several
professionally recognized certifications that can lead to employment and
career growth in the facility maintenance field.
Topics include:
• Maintenance principles
• Plan reading and interpretation
• Mechanics and mechanical principles
• Fundamentals of electricity
• Electrical systems
• Programmable logic controllers and
programming basics
• Boiler systems and system maintenance
Also covered will be information on professional organizations and certifications.
We will provide assistance and direction for job search and work readiness, and
upon successful completion of the course, graduates will receive a Certificate of
Accomplishment. For more information, call 760.795.6820.
Fee: $995. WIA and GI Bill funding approved.
Location: Landes Recreation Center, 2855 Cedar Road, Oceanside
Sign up for the free information session:
Landes Recreation Center, 2855 Cedar Road, Oceanside
Wednesday, June 10 at 5:30 p.m.
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BUSINESS & CAREER—SOLAR PV / MACHINIST
NEW
Introduction to Solar PV Installation
Sign up for the free information session:
Landes Recreation Center, 2855 Cedar Road, Oceanside
Thursday, May 21 at 6 p.m.
Manufacturing Machinist Technology
Training Program
Gone are the days of the grease-covered, conventional manufacturing machinist.
Today’s machinist must be highly trained with very specific education and skills,
working in high-tech manufacturing plants that are both clean and innovative.
CNC machines, just-in-time production methods, lean manufacturing techniques,
along with great housekeeping and state-of-the-art facilities give a more
accurate picture of American manufacturing today. The need for properly trained
machinists to fill hundreds of positions in North San Diego County has reached
critical mass.
To meet this need, we are proud to offer this program to individuals seeking a fastpaced, high-level training. Our program will prepare students for employment in
machine shops and manufacturing facilities. Students who attend will experience
an accelerated program that quickly prepares them to meet trade skill sets such
as shop mathematics, metal properties, layout, precision measuring, machining
procedures, tooling, and a basic understanding of both manual and CNC
machining. Salaries for machinist technician apprentices range from $13–$16/
hour to start; however, many companies are hiring at $15–$18/hour with proper
training and certifications provided by programs such as ours.
Fee: $5,000. WIA and GI Bill funding approved.
Location: Technology Career Institute, 2075 Las Palmas Dr., Carlsbad
Class Dates: Monday –Friday, 8/17–11/6 (no class on 9/7),
8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Sign up for the free information session:
MiraCosta College Technology Career Institute,
2075 Las Palmas Dr., Carlsbad
Thursday, June 18 at 6 p.m.
Note: Math & reading comprehension tests will be given
at the conclusion of the information session.
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BUSINESS & CAREER—SOLAR PV / MACHINIST
NABCEP Certificate of Knowledge Test Preparation
This course helps students pass the North American Board of Certified Energy
Practitioners (NABCEP) Entry Level Solar Installer Exam. NABCEP is a nationally
recognized certifying agency for solar installers. The Entry Level Certificate can
be used to get a job with a local solar installation company, as it demonstrates
that s/he has achieved a basic knowledge of the fundamental principles of
the application, design, installation and operation of solar photovoltaic (PV)
and solar heating systems. While the focus of this program is on the academic
knowledge needed to pass the exam, more than half of the hours will be used for
practical hands-on experience. The class will jointly build a working solar system
using common PV components and electrical parts and tools. The class will
integrate theory, laws and regulations with practical applications. Topics include
system sizing and design exercises, basic electronics, basic electrical wiring,
safety, and a discussion about the viability of solar and other alternative energy
systems. For more information, call 760.795.6820.
Fee: $450. WIA and GI Bill funding approved.
Location: Landes Recreation Center, 2855 Cedar Road, Oceanside
NABCEP TESTING: If students would like to take the NABCEP test at
the conclusion of the course, there is an additional date and cost
associated. Come to the free information session for details!
Internship: The program will include a recommended 80 internship
hours at the conclusion of the training.
BUSINESS & CAREER—PERSONAL CARE / PHLEBOTOMY
BUSINESS & CAREER—PERSONAL CARE / PHLEBOTOMY
NEW
Personal Care Assistant
Personal Care Assistants (PCAs), also known as caregivers, give assistance to
primarily elderly clients who are ill, injured, mentally or physically disabled, or
those who need extra non-medical assistance to be able to stay in their home.
They work in the home, or in assisted/independent living facilities. PCAs often
help their clients with activities of daily living: ambulating, feeding, bathing,
grooming, toileting, as well as shopping and light housekeeping. In addition,
PCAs may provide or arrange transportation, prepare and serve meals,
and provide companionship for their clients. This course will provide quality
instruction to ensure the student knows their basic caregiving skills, required
responsibilities, expectations and professional/legal boundaries. The student
will be introduced to other potential careers in the health care field. Currently,
California does not have any state requirements for this position. Students
successfully meeting the requirements of this course will receive a Certificate of
Accomplishment. For more information, call 760.795.6820.
Fee: First Class Special of $350! GI and WIA funding approved.
Location: Technology Career Institute, 2075 Las Palmas Dr., Carlsbad
Class Dates: Mondays, 5–9 p.m. & Saturdays, 10 a.m.–4 p.m., 6/15–8/24 (no class on 7/4)
NEW
State Approved Phlebotomy
Training Program
MiraCosta College Community Education and Workforce Development,
in partnership with Family Health Services, is proud to offer this excellent
opportunity for those seeking to enter the medical field as a Phlebotomist.
• Our program will meet the guidelines for students to become CPT1
Phlebotomy Technicians dedicated to the art of blood withdrawal.
Students who pass the course will also be eligible to take a certification
examination offered by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA),
offered in class at the conclusion of the course.
• Upon successful completion participants will be issued a State approved
training certificate.
• Students are required to complete a minimum 20 hour course in Basic
Phlebotomy, a minimum 20 hour course in Advanced Phlebotomy, a
minimum 40 hour laboratory course in Applied Phlebotomy and a 40 to 80
hour Clinical Externship in a healthcare setting.
• Clinical Externship will be provided and supervised by our Phlebotomy
program staff. For more information, call 760.795.6820.
Fee: $2,750 GI and WIA funding approved.
Includes: Tuition, Books, Lab Supplies, Counseling , National Exam, State Registration
To learn more about our program, please join us
for a free orientation meeting.
MiraCosta College Technology Career Institute,
2075 Las Palmas Drive, Carlsbad
Wednesday, July 29 at 6 p.m.
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BUSINESS & CAREER—ONLINE
(certificated, not-for-credit)
Start a new career!
Your Schedule • Your Budget • Online...Today!
BUSINESS & CAREER—MEDICAL ONLINE
(certificated, not-for-credit)
877.225.7151
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(certificated, not-for-credit)
In partnership with Gatlin Education, MiraCosta Community Education &
Workfoce Development provides detailed program outlines, descriptions,
and demos at:
careertraining.ed2go.com/miracosta.
Many programs offer FREE tuition for qualified students.
For more information call 760.795.6820.
BUSINESS & CAREER—ONLINE
MiraCosta College Community Education & Workforce Development, in partnership
with Gatlin Education (a subsidiary of Ed2Go), provides hundreds of online
certificates designed to provide the workforce skills necessary to acquire professionalcaliber positions for many in-demand occupations.
These online career-training programs assist students in developing expertise in their
desired career fields and/or preparing for industry certification exams. Each selfstudy, online course has an instructor assigned to answer student questions and solve
student problems. This is the perfect in-depth professional-level program for people
who wish to continue working while learning, or who need a flexible study schedule.
Our programs are designed by a team of professionals from each field, who work to
provide the most effective web-based learning experience available today.
Health Care Programs—Pharmacy Tech • Vet Assistant • Clinical Dental Assistant •
and more
Business/Legal Programs —Bookkeeper • Microsoft Office Specialist •
Management Training • Six Sigma • and more
Construction/Automotive Programs— Biofuel Production • Glass Technician •
Home Inspection • Solar Power Professional • and more
Video Game Design/Development Programs — Game Art • Digital Arts • Video
Game Design and Development • Webmaster • and more
Networking/Comp TIA Certification Training Programs— IT System •
Administrative • Comp TIA Network • Comp TIA Security • and more
Internet, Design, and Technical Programs —Forensic Computer Examiner •
Desktop Support Tech • Web Developer • 3D Studio Max • and more
BUSINESS & CAREER—MEDICAL ONLINE
(certificated, not-for-credit)
Medical Insurance Billing Certificate Program (5-class)
BUSINESS & CAREER—ONLINE
(certificated, not-for-credit)
Class meets from 6:30–8:30 p.m.
Mandatory orientation for all classes, Saturday 6/20/15, 10–11a.m.
1. Introduction to Medical Insurance Billing
Tuesday, 6/23; Thursday, 6/25; Tuesday, 6/30
2. CPT, ICD-9, ICD-10 & HCPCS Coding
Thursday, 7/2; Tuesday, 7/7; Thursday, 7/9
3. Advanced Medical Insurance Billing
Tuesday, 7/28; Thursday, 7/30
4. Workers’ Compensation & Personal Injury
Thursday, 7/2; Tuesday, 7/7; Thursday, 7/9
5. Computerized Medical Insurance Billing
Thursday, 7/9
Elective:
Medical Front Office
Note: Students are assigned their username and
password before the last coding class starts. They
complete the assignments using a web-based
software package. Last date to complete the
computerized assignments is Friday, 8/14.
Instructor: Kris Patterson
Fee: $150
Supplies: $350 (payable to instructor at orientation
via PayPal)
Wednesday, 6/24 &
Wednesday, 7/1
Instructor: Kris Patterson
Fee: $25
Supplies: $75 (payable to instructor at
orientation via PayPal)
BUSINESS & CAREER—ELECTRONICS
MiraCosta College Community Education, in partnership with George Brown College, is
proud to offer four interactive and highly innovative distance education programs that
combine state-of-the-art lab simulation with award-winning curriculum. The program
content is delivered on CD-ROM and is supported through the online virtual campus.
Electronics Technician
The ET program covers the fundamentals
of electronics and prepares the graduate
for employment and/or further on-the-job
training as a consumer, commercial or
industrial electronics service technician.
Fee: $1,750 or pay as you go: initial registration $430,
$60 for each of the remaining 22 modules.
Electromechanical Technician
The EM program is designed to
provide students with a foundation in
electromechanical technology that
can lead to a career in fields such as
industrial maintenance, design and
installation, technical services, technical
sales, and industrial research and
development.
Fee: $1,800 or pay as you go: initial registration $430,
$60 for each of the remaining 23 modules.
Robotics Technician Certificate
This program provides an introduction
to industrial robotics and explains how
they are used in plants or manufacturing
systems. The primary focus of the
program is on automated manufacturing
processes, the role of robots within
these processes, and all related support
equipment.
Fee: $1,650 or pay as you go: initial registration $570,
$90 for each of the remaining 12 modules.
Programmable Logic Controller
(PLC) Technician
Provides the basic technical skills and
knowledge necessary to work with
electrical control systems typically found
in an industrial environment. Emphasis is
placed on the use and programming of
PLCs in a complex industrial control system
(both discrete and analog).
Fee: $1,800 or pay as you go: initial registration $450,
$75 for each of the remaining 18 modules.
Programmable Logic Controller
(PLC) Technician II
Provides the basic technical skills and
knowledge necessary to work with
electrical control systems typically found
in an industrial environment. Emphasis is
placed on the use and programming of
PLCs in a complex industrial control system
(both discrete and analog).
Fee: $1,800 or pay as you go: initial registration $450,
$75 for each of the remaining 18 modules.
In partnership with George Brown College,
MiraCosta Community Education & Workforce
Development provides more information at
miracosta-gbc.com
or call us at 866.277.0881.
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BUSINESS & CAREER—ONLINE
(certificated, not-for-credit)
Online Courses
Online Courses Include:
•Expert instructors
•24-hour access
•Online discussion areas
•Six weeks of instruction
•Hundreds of courses to
choose from
•New sessions each month
Courses start at $99
Call 760.795.6820 for
more information.
Community Education online
classes offered through our
partnership with Ed2Go are
NOT FOR CREDIT.
If you would like to sign up for
online not for credit classes at
MiraCosta College, please go to
miracosta.augusoft.net
or for more information, go to
the MiraCosta College distance
education website at
ed2go.com/miracosta
Speed Spanish: Learn six easy recipes to
glue Spanish words together into sentences,
and you’ll be speaking Spanish in no time.
A to Z Grant Writing: Learn how to
research and develop relationships with
potential funding sources, organize grant
writing campaigns, and prepare proposals.
Beginning Writers Workshop: Get
a taste of the writer’s life and improve
your writing skills in this introduction to
writing creatively.
Grammar Refresher: Gain confidence in
your ability to produce clean, grammatically
correct documents and speeches.
GRE Preparation—Part 1: Discover
powerful strategies for success in the verbal
and analytical sections of the GRE.
Secrets of Better Photography:
Explore strategies and learn a variety of tricks
to create excellent photographs in all types
of situations.
Real Estate Investing: Build and protect
your wealth by investing in real estate.
Project Management Fundamentals:
Gain the skills you’ll need to succeed in the
fast-growing field of project management.
Computer Skills for the Workplace:
Gain a working knowledge of the computer
skills you’ll need to succeed in today’s
job market.
Fundamentals of Supervision &
Management: Learn the people skills
required to motivate and delegate, and
learn tools for solving problems and
resolving conflicts.
And many more.
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(certificated, not-for-credit)
Online courses are informative,
fun, convenient, and highly
interactive. Courses are projectoriented and include lessons,
quizzes, hands-on assignments,
discussion areas, a six-week
format, supplementary links and
more.
You can complete any course
entirely from your home or office,
any time of the day or night.
BUSINESS & CAREER—ONLINE
offered by
MiraCosta College Community Education
& Workforce Development
in partnership with Ed2Go
SUMMER 2015
It’s never too
early to succeed.
For students ages 6–17
See page 55–71
AVOID PARKING CITATIONS.
PARKING PERMITS
ARE NOW REQUIRED AT:
Oceanside Campus
Community Learning Center
San Elijo Campus
Exceptions:
• Students attending Technology Career Institute do not
need to pay for a parking permit.
• Students who have a current California disabled placard
are not required to pay parking fees; however, they must
register their vehicles with College Police.
Please see page 6 for parking information and where
to purchase parking permits.
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CHILDREN & TEENS
Natural A’s (Ages 10–17)
CLASSES FOR KIDS & TEENS
Many of our adult courses
permit younger students:
Mosaics—
Instructor accepts
students as young
as 15 (with parent).
See page 8
for details.
What Were You
Born To Do?—
Instructor accepts
students as young
as 16. See page 31
for details.
Stained
Glass—
Instructor accepts
students as young
as 10. See page 8
for details.
Spanish—
Instructor accepts
students as
young as 16. See
page 30 for details.
Photography—
Instructor accepts
students as young
as 15 (with parent).
See page 10 for
details.
Sewing—
Instructor accepts
students as young
as 10 (with parent).
See page 8 for
details.
Beginning
Blues
Harmonica—
Instructor accepts
students as young
as 10. See page 37
for details.
Mommy & Me
Ballet—
Instructor accepts
students as young
as 2 (with mom/
guardian). See page
29 for details.
Summer Reading Development Programs
for Children & Adults
For more information or to enroll by phone, call 800.964.8888. You can also see our
program information on our website at: miracosta.edu/summerreading.
Reading Development Programs
4-Year-Olds through Entering
2nd Graders
Reading & Study Skills Programs
Middle School & High School
Students
In these programs, your child will
develop the essential reading skills
and habits that lead to fluent reading,
strong comprehension, and a love of
books and reading. Students will receive
individualized guidance and materials
to confidently support their reading
practice and skill development over the
next year.
Students in these programs double reading
speed, improve comprehension, and
learn a step-by-step approach to reading,
studying, and taking notes in fiction and
nonfiction. They also develop the ability to
become fully absorbed in books, which
makes reading enjoyable and supports the
habit of reading for pleasure.
Reading Development Programs
Entering 3rd through 5th Graders
In these programs, your child will
develop the reading comprehension
and fluency required to read longer,
more complex books with ease and
absorption. This ability is the foundation
for a lifelong love of reading and
for academic success. Students will
receive individualized guidance and
the materials they need to confidently
support their reading practice and skill
development throughout the year.
Speed Reading &
Comprehension Training Program
Adults, College Students & Entering
High School Seniors
In this class, you will learn to take control of
your reading tasks and your time. You will
read two- to four-times faster any material
you tackle. Better understand and retain
what you read, and take more organized,
useful notes.
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CHILDREN & TEENS
Any student can significantly enhance
grades, self-confidence, and chances
for scholarships by performing
academic skills in alignment with the
brain’s natural patterns. This makes notetaking, reading, studying, memorizing,
and test-taking amazingly easy. Discover
simple methods for understanding math,
optimizing focus, and preventing test
anxiety. Students of all ages describe
this class as “awesome,” “necessary,”
and “easy to understand.”
Note: Parents are encouraged to register and
participate with their children.
Supplies: A $30 material fee will be collected in
class (parents do not need to pay material fee).
Instructor: Curtis Adney, J.D., graduated at the top
of his college class with a 4.0 GPA.
Fee: $55
San Elijo Campus, Room 307
1 Saturday, 8/15, 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
MOTORCYCLIST TRAINING
We are pleased to announce that we now offer:
On Tuesday, May 5, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.,
MiraCosta College and the City of Carlsbad
will host an open house at the Technology Career
Institute, 2075 Las Palmas Drive, Carlsbad.
MOTORCYCLIST TRAINING
Motorcyclist
Training Course
Motorcycles provided
This training is designed primarily for beginning and inexperienced riders. This
class is required by the DMV for any rider under the age of 21 seeking his or her
first California motorcycle License. DMV certificates will be issued for successful
completion of this course. Our motorcyclist training course includes 5 hours of
classroom and 10 hours of on-cycle instruction.
• Classroom portion is from 6–9 pm.
• Riding portion is on Saturday and Sunday from 7 am–noon.
• For military members, these courses meet the level 1, 2 and 3 requirements
of the military
• Riders must have pants, a long sleeve shirt, and footwear that covers
the ankles.
• Taking this course may allow you to have the riding portion of the DMV test
waived.
• Show your completion card to your insurance agent for a possible
discount on your motorcycle insurance.
• You must be at least 15 1/2 years old. If you are under 18 years of age, you
must have parental permission and they must sign the waiver.
• We provide the motorcycles. We also can loan a helmet and gloves if
necessary.
Offered at the MiraCosta College Oceanside Campus.
Fee: $258 or $180 (if under 21)
For upcoming dates go to:
inlandvalleymotorsportstraining.com
To enroll, please call 760.207.2171
Are you trying to get back into the workplace or looking for another job?
Our certificates of accomplishment are available to you upon
completion of a Community Services course or series of courses for
just $15 per certificate.
Call 760.795.6820 for details.
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DRIVER TRAINING PROGRAM
The best program in North County
To get your driver’s license in the State of California, there are two requirements if
you are under 18: 1) Classroom Driver Education and 2) Behind-the-Wheel Driver
Training. MiraCosta College offers both! Students must be at least 15 in order to take
driver education classes and 15 ½ to take behind-the-wheel training.
OUR PACKAGE DEAL*: Sign up for both programs at the same time and pay
$353. This is a $28 savings! Individually, Driver Education is $88 and Behind-theWheel is $293 (Package deal does not apply to Online Driver Education).
2.Behind-The-Wheel Training
Fee: $293
Certificated instructors interact
with students, use guest speakers,
contemporary audio/visual aids, and the
newest edition of License to Drive.
Six hours of one-on-one training.
Students receive six hours of one-on-one
instruction in our Behind-the-Wheel Driver
Training Program. Convenient after school,
evening, and weekend times available.
Behind-the-Wheel Driver Training sessions
meet at Carlsbad, El Camino, Rancho
Buena Vista, and La Costa Canyon
high schools plus MiraCosta College’s
Oceanside Campus and MiraCosta
College’s San Elijo Campus. All licensed
instructors are professional and reliable.
Satisfies all DMV and Department of
Education license requirements. Please
call 760.795.6825 or 760.795.6820 for more
information.
MiraCosta College Oceanside Campus
1 Barnard Drive, Oceanside
Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m.–3:15 p.m.
• 6/29–7/2, Board Room 1068
• 7/27–7/30, Room Aztlan 3400
Four Saturdays, 8 a.m.–3:15 p.m
• 6/6–6/27, Room 3201
• 7/11–8/1, Room 3201
MiraCosta College San Elijo Campus
3333 Manchester Avenue, Cardiff
Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m.– 3:15 p.m.
• 6/6–6/27, Room 401
• 7/6–7/9, Room 201
• 7/20–7/23, room 201
El Camino High School
400 Rancho Del Oro Rd., Oceanside, Room. C101
Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m.–3:15 p.m.
• 7/13–7/16
Adult Driver Training
Fee: $323
(18 years of age and older)
Six hours of one-on-one instruction.
Lessons consist of three days of training,
two hours per day. The instructor will pick
you up at your home. You must have a
valid California learner’s permit to sign
up. Register by phone with MasterCard,
Visa or Discover card or come in person
to Building 1000, at MiraCosta College’s
Oceanside Campus. Please call
760.795.6825 or 760.795.6820 for
more information.
Pre-enrollment is required for both classroom Driver Education and the Behind-the-Wheel
Driver Training programs. Please call 760.795.6825 for information or to request a registration
packet. You can mail the registration form, come in person to Building 1000 at MiraCosta
College’s Oceanside Campus, register over the phone with a credit card, or register online
at miracosta.edu/community.
*Students taking advantage of our package deal will choose their dates for
Behind-the-Wheel Training while taking Classroom Driver Education. You must
complete the Behind-the-Wheel Driver Training Program within one year of
completing Classroom Driver Education.
ONLINE DRIVER EDUCATION Fee: $59 driversedamerica.com
Package deal does not apply to online Driver Education class. Students must sign up
online for this class. NEW! Online and classroom driver education special offer:
Two for the price of one! Please call 760.795.6825 for details.
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DRIVER EDUCATION
1.Classroom Driver Education
Fee: $88
COMPUTERS
Selling Your Stuff Online
Are you looking to get rid of books,
furniture, jewelry or electronics?
In this course, students will learn how
to use Facebook, Amazon, Craigslist
and eBay so that they can buy and
sell. Taking photos and uploading them
also will be taught. Students also will
learn how to get more people to view
their items and how to advertise them
through social media sites. Through stepby-step demonstrations, become familiar
with where to post what, how to create
exciting ads, and other useful tips.
Supplies: A $5 material fee will be collected in
class. Please bring a notebook, pen, and digital
pictures of products you might like to sell (on USB
flash drive).
Instructor: Jonathan Sandoval
Fee: $39
Oceanside Campus, Room 4607
1 Saturday, 6/13, 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
COMPUTERS
NEW
Introduction to Photoshop
Are you a digital photographer?
Would you like to know more about
how to edit and improve your photos
using Adobe Photoshop, the industry
standard for photo editing? If so, then
this short hands-on 2-day class is
for you! Photoshop can be used for
relatively simple photo-editing tasks,
such as image sizing, cropping, redeye elimination, color balancing, and
exposure correction. But Photoshop can
do SO much more! This class provides an
introduction to the wealth of Photoshop's
capabilities. The class begins with an
overview of the Photoshop Workspace,
including a discussion of the key
photo editing tools. The course then
expands to include more advanced
topics such as combining images
and using Filters and Adjustments for
interesting effects, working with Layers to
create an exceptionally wide variety of
photographic styles, and using Brushes
and Colors to produce unique artistic
works. Beginners are welcome, and only
basic computer and mouse skills are
prerequisites for taking this exciting new
course.
Supplies: Please bring a notebook, pen, and USB
flash drive.
Instructor: Gary Koop
Fee: $80
San Elijo Campus, Room 108
2 Saturdays, 7/18 & 7/25, 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
Create a Website
with WordPress
Students learn the basic principles
of creating a website with WordPress
WordPress will be used in class because
it’s free and easy to set up. No special
software is necessary and WordPress
can run on Windows or Mac computers.
WordPress is user friendly; provides good
search engine optimization; and has lots
of free online support. In addition, it’s easy
to update your content online and set
up your site with a professional theme.
Come see why there are over 56 million
WordPress sites in the world!
Note: Students should have an idea of
how the website will look and the content
it will contain.
Supplies: A $10 material fee will be collected in
class. Please come with an email address that you
can access online during class and at least one
digital photo of you or another person (on USB flash
drive). Feel free to bring other photos that have been
re-sized for web pages.
Instructor: Kathy Van Pelt
Fee: $80
San Elijo Campus, Room 107
1 Friday, 7/10, 9 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
(Bring a sack lunch)
Introduction to QuickBooks
Throughout this course, you will have
hands-on experience using QuickBooks
Pro, software designed to help
small - and medium-sized businesses
maintain their financial data with ease
and accuracy. You will begin with
an introduction to basic accounting
fundamentals, how to maneuver
through the software easily, and basic
file management principles. Then you
will learn the basic skills needed to
effectively deal with customers, vendors,
banking transactions and what happens
“behind the scenes” as QuickBooks helps
you manage financial data, including
reports such as the Balance Sheet and
Profit & Loss. Throughout this course,
the instructor will address your real-life
bookkeeping issues in your business.
Supplies: A $10 material fee will be collected in
class. Students should bring a USB flash drive.
Instructor: Mary Ann Wallner
Fee: $105
San Elijo Campus, Room 112
2 Saturdays, 7/11 & 7/18, 9 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
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COMPUTERS
Microsoft Office Suite
Microsoft Excel for the
Business Professional
Students must be familiar with the
basics of Microsoft Excel.
In this workshop, you will move beyond
opening a spreadsheet and typing in
values. Topics include:
• Create user-friendly worksheets
through the use of Cell and Table
Style galleries to quickly format your
spreadsheet the way you want.
• Create and manipulate informative
databases and workbooks.
• Use Excel’s conditional
formatting feature.
• Create reports and interactive
charts and PivotTables.
• Write powerful math formulas that
will help you perform complex math
functions, make decisions, and look
up values in a table.
Supplies: A $10 material fee will be collected in
class. Students should bring a USB flash drive.
Instructor: Mary Ann Wallner
Fee: $75
San Elijo Campus, Room 112
2 Saturdays, 8/22 & 8/29, 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
ATTENTION
COMPUTER STUDENTS
You are required to bring a backup
medium for your files. We recommend
at least an empty 2 GB USB flash drive.
Microsoft Excel—
One Step Above the Basics
Students should know how to use the
keyboard and mouse, and know how
to open and save a file. For those
students not using Excel on a regular
basis, we encourage you to sign up
for the MS Office Suite. In this class,
learn through easy-to-understand
instructions how to create and edit
basic worksheets and workbooks in
order to give you a solid understanding
of the basic functionality of Excel when
completing tasks. Learn how to make
your spreadsheets more professional,
write basic mathematical formulas, sort
and analyze data, create charts and
graphs, and more!
Supplies: A $10 material fee will be collected in
class. Students should bring a USB flash drive.
Instructor: Mary Ann Wallner
Fee: $75
San Elijo Campus, Room 112
2 Saturdays, 7/25 & 8/1, 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
Credit Computer Classes
MiraCosta College credit computer
classes provide a perfect opportunity to
advance your computer skills! Don’t get
left behind using yesterday’s software
programs. Explore what we have to offer
in our MiraCosta College faculty-lead
computer classes.
Check out our offerings on the
MiraCosta College website at
miracosta.edu.
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COMPUTERS
Essential training on Word, Excel, and
PowerPoint for businesses and working
from home on a PC.
Day 1: MS Word. Students will use
real world examples to learn the core
features and tools. Learn how to orient
yourself to the Word 2010 interface,
then delve into the functionality at the
heart of Word: creating, editing, and
formatting documents. Learn how to
proof documents, work with tables, use
document styles, layout pages, and
illustrate documents.
Day 2: MS Excel. Learn tips and shortcuts
to increase efficiency and get the full
power out of Excel. Get more familiar
with the Ribbon and Quick Access
toolbar; navigate workbooks and
selecting cells; learn tips for data entry
and editing; get the basics of how to
utilize Excel formulas and spreadsheet
formatting; work with charts; sort data;
and much more!
Day 3: PowerPoint. Engage an audience
with images, charts and diagrams in a
professional presentation. This course
covers how to start a presentation
from scratch; apply slide layouts for
consistency; rearrange slides; run a
presentation for an audience; format;
add and customize with photos, clip art,
tables, charts; and print your presentation.
Supplies: A $10 material fee will be collected in
class. Students should bring a USB flash drive.
Instructor: Mary Ann Wallner
Fee: $140
Oceanside Campus, Room 4611
3 Saturdays, 6/6–6/20, 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
ENRICHMENT—FITNESS & RECREATION
ENRICHMENT—FITNESS & RECREATION
Adult Golf Lessons
Golf for Seniors
Want to tee up with your friends, meet
new people, or play with business
associates? Come out to the beautiful
Encinitas Ranch Golf Course to work with
PGA professional Doug Timmons. Learn
or get a refresher on the fundamentals of
this great game so you never have to say
no to a golf invitation again!
Supplies: If you don’t have your own equipment,
the instructor will provide it for you.
Instructor: Doug Timmons
Fee: $180
Encinitas Ranch Golf Course
1275 Quail Gardens Drive, Encinitas
6 Saturdays, 6/6–7/11, 1–2 p.m.
or
6 Saturdays, 7/18–8/22, 1–2 p.m.
If you know the basics of the golf game
but never had the time to practice, now is
your chance. Come out to the beautiful
Encinitas Ranch Golf Course to work with
PGA professional Doug Timmons. Take
this class and improve your game before
spending time on the course.
Supplies: If you don’t have your own equipment,
the instructor will provide it for you.
Instructor: Doug Timmons
Fee: $180
Encinitas Ranch Golf Course
1275 Quail Gardens Drive, Encinitas
6 Saturdays, 6/6–7/11, 2–3 p.m.
or
6 Saturdays, 7/18–8/22, 2–3 p.m..
Adult Horsemanship
English or Western style.
This is a wonderful opportunity for
you to learn about horses, grooming,
horsemanship, and to begin riding
in a safe and beautiful environment.
Horseback riding helps build confidence
and responsibility, soothes and releases
stress, provides exercise, and develops
a strong bond between you and horses.
All levels welcome, including the
experienced rider who wants to get
back in the saddle.
NOTE: Students must weigh under
200 lbs.
Supplies: Bring water and sunscreen, and wear
closed-toe shoes and comfortable clothes that can
get dirty. All students will have to sign a waiver.
Students between the ages of 15–17 must be
accompanied by an adult and will need to have a
parent or guardian sign a waiver.
Instructor: Teri Cagle
Fee: $210
Hoof Haven Farms
4777 S. Mission Rd, Fallbrook
6 Saturdays, 6/6–7/11, 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m
NEW
Tennis—The Basics
It’s said that tennis is the sport for
a lifetime. The game has many
benefits, such as improving hand-eye
coordination, agility, concentration, and
having fun! It’s important to develop good
tennis technique, so join this class and
learn the correct way to hit your basic
shots: the serve, forehand, backhand and
volley. Through instruction and practice,
you will hone these skills while learning
the fundamentals of tennis etiquette,
equipment and rules of the game. In the
last class, you will have the opportunity to
put your skills to work in competitive play.
In each class session, we build on the
skills learned in the previous sessions, so it
is important to attend all classes.
Supplies: Non-marking tennis shoes are required.
Please bring a racquet, a new, unopened can of
tennis balls and wear clothing with pockets for
holding 1 or 2 balls.
Instructor: Mary Clarke
Fee: $60
Surf and Turf Tennis Club
15555 Jimmy Durante Blvd., Del Mar
6 Thursdays, 6/4–7/9, 7:15–8:45 p.m.
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ENRICHMENT—FITNESS & RECREATION
NEW
Beginning Adult Tap Dance
NEW
Mommy & Me Ballet
Calling all moms of preschool age
children! Mommy and Me Ballet is the
perfect class for mother and child pairs
who are interested in exploring the
prerequisites of dance and pre-ballet
in a fun and nurturing environment.
Activities involving parachutes, hula
hoops and bouncy balls add playful
elements to an enriching and engaging
experience that inspires a love of
learning and movement. The shared
experience creates a special bond
between mother and child and creates
joyful and lasting memories. This is the
perfect class for keeping kids active and
immersed in learning throughout the
summer while also encouraging fun and
creativity!
Supplies: A $15 material fee will be collected in
class. Wear loose fitting/flexible clothing, ballet
shoes or socks..
Instructor: Camille McPherson
Fee: $130 for both mom & child.
San Elijo Campus, Room 204
6 Saturdays, 6/13–7/25, 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Class will not be held on 7/4
Beginning and intermediate students
welcome!
En guarde. Ready? Fence! Team Touché
Fencing class helps refine free-swinging
students into deft deflectors and Z-carving
virtuosos while providing a fun and
engaging fitness activity. Fencing has
long been used to improve reaction
time, dexterity, grace and chopstick
wielding while strengthening muscles
and developing speed. Students are
challenged to learn French and Italian
terminology imbedded in Olympic
fencing. Additionally, students can
take advantage of top-notch fencing
equipment that would spark jealousy
in even the most humble musketeer.
Students will learn (or hone) skills in how to
do advances, retreats, lunges, and how
to do attacks and parry-ripostes defense.
Through group and pair activities, you
will practice new skills and develop
confidence. Please be prepared to
engage in moderately strenuous physical
activity in each class.
Supplies: Please come dressed in workout clothes
(sweatpants or long warm-up pants—no shorts),
athletic shoes, and bring a water bottle.
Instructor: Team Touché Fencing Center
Fee: $110
Oceanside Campus, Gym
6 Wednesdays, 6/3–7/8, 5:30 p.m.–7 p.m.
We do not guarantee
an equal number of males
and females in our
dance classes.
Singles are welcomed
and couples will not
be separated.
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Tap dance has become re-popularized
in culture through the movie “Happy
Feet” and TV shows. Tap dance helps
you develop both mental and physical
confidence. This is a fun beginning tap
dance class exploring the fundamentals
of movement, rhythm, and timing. You
will gain coordination and muscle control
while building stamina and endurance.
Get a great workout, improve your
memory, and make music with your feet!
Supplies: A $10 material fee will be collected
in class. Wear tap shoes. Capezio Premiere
lace-up tap shoes can be purchased online at
discountdancesupply.com.
Instructor: Vanessa Brooks
Fee: $80
San Elijo Campus, Room 204
8 Wednesdays, 6/3–7/22, 6:30–7:30 p.m.
Fencing for Everyone
ENRICHMENT—LANGUAGE & LITERATURE
ENRICHMENT—LANGUAGE & LITERATURE
Spanish Story & Conversation
How to Write a Novel
This enjoyable course allows and
encourages you to do what most
language classes do not: actually
practice and get more comfortable
speaking the language. This safe
environment will help you gain
confidence as you improve your
comprehension, grammar and, most
importantly, your speaking skills. You
will get to see Spanish in action through
the context of a simple story (this time
a father-son team sailing through the
Bermuda Triangle gets entangled with
Henry Morgan and his band of pirates)
that will serve as our springboard to
conversation and discussion. Students
enjoy these semi-immersive classes and
report valuable gains in their language
abilities. Appropriate for and open to
beginners with at least some basic
Spanish and intermediate students.
Supplies: A $3 material fee will be collected in
class. Please bring a notebook, folder, pen/pencil,
highlighter, and purchase “Piratas del caribe y el
mapa secreto” (ISBN 978-1-934958-21-6, approx.
$6) prior to first class session. Book available at
italianowithjodina.com/spanish-classes/
Instructor: Jodina Hahn Gallo
Fee: $90
Oceanside Campus, Room 3609
6 Thursdays, 6/18–7/23, 7–9 p.m.
Have you wanted to write a book, but
weren’t sure where to start or how to
finish? This class is for you! Whether you’re
writing for fun or profit, or you want to
self-publish or send to editors, you need
to know the fundamentals of novel
writing. Through classroom discussion
and exercises, bestselling and awardwinning author HelenKay Dimon will
guide participants through the writing
process, including structure, plotting and
characterization.
By the end of the class, you’ll have an
idea for a book, the beginning pages,
and the tools to keep writing!
Supplies: Students should bring a laptop or
notebook, and pen or pencil to class.
Instructor: HelenKay Dimon
Fee: $75
San Elijo Campus, Room 306
4 Wednesdays, 8/5–8/26, 6 – 8 p.m.
QUALIFIED INSTRUCTORS NEEDED!
Want to join MiraCosta College Community Education & Workforce
Development by teaching new and fascinating not-for-credit courses?
We are offering a unique opportunity for instructors and/or subject
matter experts to teach creative new classes and programs in this
part-time teaching job!
Please contact our office at 760.795.6820 or send a cover letter
describing your subject matter qualifications and resume to
sgaitan@miracosta.edu
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ENRICHMENT—PERSONAL WELL-BEING
NEW
Be Your Own Handyman
What Were You Born to Do?
NEW
You were born to make a unique
contribution to humanity. Progressing
toward this purpose brings joy and
abundance. Straying from it causes
stress and emptiness. To accomplish this
mission, one of the 33 Natural Talents®
is wired into your DNA. It is so subtle,
you rarely notice it; yet so powerful, it
is the source of your highest potential.
Elvis, Oprah, and Einstein were all just
“doin’ what comes naturally.” Expressing
your natural talent relentlessly will
magnetically attract all the desires of
your heart.
Supplies: A $30 material fee will be collected in
class. Please bring a pen.
Instructor: Curtis Adney, J.D.
Fee: $59
San Elijo Campus, Room 307
1 Saturday, 8/15 , 1–5 p.m.
Come learn about
the exciting world of
makeup aritstry and
learn the essential
techniques to work on
yourself and others. In
this hands on makeup
class, you will learn to
contour, highlight and
properly color match.
Learn to create a
natural eye look that
can be used for bridal, print, film and
every day. Create a glamour look for
special events, fashion and print. We will
explore different liner techniques and
how to make your look last all day. The
workshop will cover what you need in a
professional kit, how to attract business,
and how to get discounts on brands like
MAC, Nars, Stila, Bobbi Brown and more!
Instructor will provide a certificate at the
end of class..
Supplies: A $35 material fee will be collected in
class. Please bring a mirror to class. It is optional
to bring your own brushes, otherwise instructor will
provide loaners in class.
Instructor: Michele Godinez
Fee: $39
Oceanside Campus, Room 7001
1 Saturday, 7/25, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Classes & excursions
sell out quickly!
Makeup Artistry
Call or register online to reserve your
space—bring a friend or relative to
make it more fun: 760.795.6820 or
miracosta.edu/community.
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This course is packed with hands-on lessons that will teach you the basics of
carpentry, plumbing, electrical, wall patch, and tile repair. You will learn how to
replace a toilet, install a sink and deal with those pesky leaks. You will also learn
to switch out electrical outlets, light switches, and install smoke/carbon monoxide
detectors. By the end of all 4 sessions, you will be patching and painting walls,
replacing broken floor tiles and installing new tile around your kitchen window.
Whether you are thinking of becoming a professional handyman or just want to
save money by “doing it yourself,” you will find what you need in these hands-on
workshops: save time and big money completing your own home repairs.
Supplies: Please bring photos (optional) of existing problems or repair needs to class so instructor can tailor
class content to the specific needs of attendees.
Instructor: Clayton Thibodeau
Fee: $45 each session
Oceanside Campus, Room 7003
• Session I: Do it Yourself— Rough Carpentry & More
1 Saturday, 7/11, 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
• Session II: Do it Yourself—Plumbing
1 Saturday, 7/18, 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
• Session III: Do it Yourself—Electrical
1 Saturday, 7/25, 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
• Session IV: Do it Yourself—Patch, Paint & Tile
1 Saturday, 8/1, 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
ENRICHMENT—HEALTH & PERSONAL WELL-BEING
ENRICHMENT—HEALTH & PERSONAL WELL-BEING
American Heart
Association BLS Health
Care Provider
Required course for health care
providers.
This class provides a wide variety of
health care professionals with the ability
to recognize several life-threatening
emergencies, provide CPR, use an
AED, and relieve choking in a safe and
effective manner. The course covers
adults, children and infants, and is
intended for certified or non-certified,
licensed or non-licensed health care
professionals. Call Rescue 411 at
858.204.7244 or 310.925.4899 to register.
Payments are by cash or check.
Instructor: Cesar Garcia
Fee: $65
Oceanside Campus, Room 3205
1 Saturday, 6/13, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
or
1 Saturday, 7/18, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
or
1 Saturday, 8/15, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Heartsaver Adult/Child
CPR & AED
American Heart Association Adult/
Child CPR and AED certification cards
are valid for 2 years.
Participants learn how to perform CPR
and care for breathing and cardiac
emergencies in adults and children,
in addition to learning how to use an
automated external defibrillator (AED)
on adult and child victims of cardiac
arrest. Participants receive lifesaving
information, hands-on training, and an
American Heart Association booklet.
Call Rescue 411 at 858.204.7244 or
310.925.4899 to register. Payments are
by cash or check.
Instructor: Cesar Garcia
Fee: $65
See schedule to the left—same dates
as BLS Health Care Provider course.
Heartsaver First Aid with CPR & AED
Students will receive a CPR/AED certification card and first aid card,
valid for 2 years.
This course is recommended for medical professionals, lifeguards, fitness instructors,
teachers, and public and private safety and security employees. This class teaches
participants how to recognize and care for breathing and cardiac emergencies in
adults, children and infants; how to perform one- and two-rescuer CPR; how to use
a resuscitation mask (pocket mask),
and how to use an AED for victims of
sudden cardiac arrest, and how to
handle common first aid emergencies.
Call Rescue 411 at 858.204.7244 or
310.925.4899 to register. Payments are
by cash or check.
Instructor: Cesar Garcia
Fee: $99
Oceanside Campus, Room 3205
1 Saturday, 6/13, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
or
1 Saturday, 7/18, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
or
1 Saturday, 8/15, 10 a.m.– 5 p.m.
GIFT OF EDUCATION
MiraCosta Community Services classes, trips and programs make
GREAT gifts for the hard-to-shop-for friend and/or loved one.
Call 760.795.6820 to get your gift certificate for a specific class
or let them choose their own.
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ENRICHMENT—DIVORCE WORKSHOP
Second Saturday:
Divorce Workshop for Women
A Community Services class open to women
who want to learn more about the process
of divorce.
8:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. class, San Elijo Campus, Room 201
What women need to
know about divorce!
Held the second Saturday of each month:
5/9, 6/13, 7/11, 8/8, 9/12 • ONLY $45 per session
Divorce Workshop for Men
• Learn about the legal, financial, and psychological
issues surrounding divorce.
• Find helpful community resources available to men.
• Learn from experts who have guided thousands of men
through divorce.
Registration: 8 – 8:30 a.m. on the day of the class.
Pre-registration is available through the Community Services
Office. For more information please call 760.795.6820.
8:30–11 a.m. class, San Elijo Campus, Room 307
Held the second Saturday of each month:
5/9, 6/13, 7/11, 8/8, 9/12 • ONLY $25 per session
Save time, money
and added grief!
Courses start at $99
Instructor-Led Courses
Our instructor-facilitated online courses are informative, fun,
convenient, and highly interactive. New classes start every month
and run for six weeks.
Choose from over 300 online courses! You can complete any course
from the comfort of your home or office, anytime of the day or night.
ed2go.com/miracosta or call 760.795.6820 for assistance
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• Explore the legal, financial, psychological, and social
issues of divorce.
• Discover community resources available to help you.
• Talk with other women experiencing similar life changes.
• Learn from experts who have guided thousands of women
through divorce.
Registration: 8 – 8:30 a.m. on the day of the class. For more
information please call 858.792.0524 or 858.524.0955.
ENRICHMENT—PERSONAL FINANCES
ENRICHMENT—PERSONAL FINANCES
Retirement Planning Today
It takes more than money to live a
“rich life.” This course blends financial
education with life planning to help you
build wealth, align your money with your
values, and achieve your retirement
lifestyle goals. In just two entertaining
and informative sessions, you’ll learn
what they didn’t teach you in school.
Discover five strategies to manage
investment risks, 11 ways you may save
money on this year’s taxes, important
questions to ask before buying
insurance coverage, how to invest in
and take money out of your company’s
retirement plan, as well as determine the
savings you need to retire today or in the
future.
Supplies: This course includes a 235-page
illustrated book.
Fee: $60 —bring your spouse for free!
Offered at two locations for your convenience:
San Elijo Campus, Room 305
2 Saturdays, 6/20 & 6/27, 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
or
San Elijo Campus, Room 305
2 Tuesdays, 6/23 & 6/30, 6–9 p.m.
or
Oceanside Campus, Room 3102
2 Thursdays, 5/28 & 6/4, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m.
or
Oceanside Campus, Room 3102
2 Wednesdays, 6/3 & 6/10, 6:30 –9:30 p.m.
or
Oceanside Campus, Room 3102
2 Thursdays, 7/30 & 8/6, 6:30– 9:30 p.m.
or
Oceanside Campus, Room 3102
2 Wednesdays, 8/5 & 8/12, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m.
How to Maximize your
Social Security Benefits &
Secure Your Retirement
As you approach retirement, it is more
important than ever to understand the
role that Social Security benefits can and
should play in your overall retirement
income plan. Join us for an overview of:
• How Social Security benefits work for
you and your spouse
• When and how to start receiving
Social Security benefits
• Opportunities to increase your
benefits throughout retirement
The Social Security information and tools
found online can be helpful, but only
if you know what to look for and what
is actually relevant to you. Rather than
spend hours researching and trying to
make sense of confusing language and
terms, we encourage you to participate
in this three-hour seminar and learn how
to navigate through it all with the help of
an expert!
Supplies: Please download your most recent social
security benefit statement at SSA.gov.
Instructor: Bradley Lineberger
Fee: $35
Offered at two locations for your convenience:
San Elijo Campus, Room 306
1 Tuesday, 6/2, 6–8 p.m.
or
Oceanside Campus, Room 3101
1 Tuesday, 7/21, 6– 8 p.m.
Medicare Basics
This class covers the essentials of the
American Medicare Health System, its
structure, the restriction or gaps that
exist, cost and coverage details as well
as who can become a beneficiary.
Other areas of concern to be discussed
include supplemental coverage options
such as Medi-Gap Insurance, Senior
Advantage plans and prescription
drug plans; structured timelines for
coverage, cost and coverage limitation,
etc. Medicaid/Medi-Cal coverage and
missing coverage areas in all plans will
also be detailed. A question and answer
session will follow the main presentation.
Instructor: Joseph Pospichal
Fee: $35
San Elijo Campus, Room 305
1 Saturday, 7/18, 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
or
1 Saturday, 8/8, 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
Registration is easy…
1. Register online at
miracosta.edu/community
24 hours a day! Or…
2. Call us at 760.795.6820. Or…
3. Mail in the registration form.
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ENRICHMENT—PERSONAL FINANCES / FOOD & WINE
NEW
Couples & Money—Creating Financial Intimacy
ENRICHMENT—FOOD & WINE
NEW
Sonoma in the City
Take a summer vacation to Sonoma
Wine Country with Sommelier Bridget
Cheslock. You will taste your way through
all the Sonoma appellations including
treats like silver oak from Alexander
Valley, Chardonnay from Chalk Hill and
plenty of pinot noir from Russian River
Valley and Sonoma Coast.
Supplies: A $50 material fee will be collected in
class. Please bring 3 wine glasses, pen & paper.
Instructor: Bridget Cheslock
Fee: $60
San Elijo Campus, Room 406
3 Mondays, 6/29–7/13, 6–8 p.m
Basic Chocolate Candies
& a Splash of Wine
NEW
Do you like chocolate? Do you love
wine? If you answered yes to both, then
why not learn how to make “better-thanthe-box” chocolate at home so you can
enjoy it whenever you want! In this class
you will learn and taste the difference
between a low-quality “kiss” and a highquality, hand-rolled “truffle.” You'll see
how cacao beans turn into the bars you
buy at the specialty stores and how to
make your own versions with pretty much
a pot of warm water and a mixing bowl
full of melted chocolate. You will learn
the basics of how to temper dark, milk
and white chocolate to get that snap
and sheen as well as basic techniques
to make all sorts of chocolate-covered
candies in the comfort of your kitchen.
You will also get a light introduction into
how wine pairs with these candies so you
can use that knowledge at home.
Supplies: A $50 material fee will be collected in
class. Please bring aprons, a pair of clean dish
towels, a flat container to take home the chocolates
and a wine glass.
Instructor: James R. Arens
Fee: $95
San Elijo Campus, Room 406
6 Thursdays, 6/4–7/9, 5:30–8 p.m.
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Finances are too often ignored and money problems are the number one reason
couples divorce. Failure to achieve financial intimacy fosters a climate of resentment,
distrust, and suspicion all of which are contraindicated for “happily ever after.” This
workshop will teach you how to be closer to your spouse than you ever thought
possible. You will learn about yourself and your spouse in ways that are designed
to improve teamwork, close gaps and re-inspire the passion that bound you two
together in the first place. Plan date nights to explore the methods and strategies
that you can apply for a lifetime.
Supplies: Please bring a notebook and a pen or pencil.
Instructor: Desiree Jabin
Fee: $100 per couple
San Elijo Campus, Room 201
6 Wednesdays, 6/3–7/15, 6–7:30 p.m.
Class will not be held on 7/1.
ENRICHMENT—COOKING / PERFORMING ARTS
ENRICHMENT—COOKING / PERFORMING ARTS
NEW Healthy & Flavorful Dishes—
The Heart of Mediterranean Cuisine
If your mouth waters at the smell of fresh baked baklava, slow roasted chicken, and
herb-infused couscous, join us for a fun course that will teach you techniques of all
these delicious dishes! In this course, you will be training with Chef Fajardo in the art
and technique of Mediterranean cooking and eating. You will not only learn how to
cook delicious Mediterranean food, but
also gain a better understanding of the
cultures and traditions associated with
these meals. The best part, you get to
EAT everything we make. Each day will
include an array of snacks, appetizers,
main course and dessert recipes.
Supplies: A $65 material fee will be collected in
class to cover spices, proteins, vegetables, grains,
etc.Please bring an apron (optional).
Instructor: Ekhlas Fajardo
Fee: $65
San Elijo Campus, Room 406
Tuesday & Thursday, 8/4–8/6, 5:30–7:30 p.m..
ENRICHMENT—PERFORMING ARTS
Sing!
NEW
Whether you’re a professional or shower
singer, this class offers cutting-edge
and long-standing techniques to
help you sing and speak effectively in
style. Through group and individual
training, you will improve your posture,
breathing, how to release tension and
direct the voice for optimal freedom
and experience in vocal expression. Dr.
Lopez is dedicated to serving the needs
and aspirations of each student to help
them realize their full potential and
talent. Learn natural principles of singing
in a supportive environment. Dr. Lopez
makes it fun and inspiring to sing with
confidence, efficiency and enjoyment.
Supplies: Please bring a towel or yoga mat,
2–3 paperback books, and water. Students should
also bring an MP3, iPod, CD or sheet music of your
favorite song.
Instructor: Dr. Sarah Lopez
Fee: $81
Oceanside Campus, Room 2218
6 Wednesdays, 6/10–7/15, 7– 8:30 p.m..
If you know little to nothing about the
guitar, this is the place for you. The
course covers guitar techniques, chords,
strumming and some notation/theory.
By the end of this course you will have
an understanding of chord structure
and beginning strumming techniques!
Most of the songs learned will be by the
Beatles. Book not required. Instructor
will have some handouts. Bring a guitar,
a pencil and note pad. No experience
necessary.
Supplies: A $2 material fee will be collected in
class. Please bring your own guitar, notebook and
pencil to class.
Instructor: Tony Lasley
Fee: $60
San Elijo Campus, Room 306
6 Saturdays, 6/6–7/18, 11 a.m.– 12 p.m
Class will not be held on 7/4.
Beginning Guitar
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ENRICHMENT—PERFORMING ARTS
Beginning Blues Harmonica
Summer Sight Reading
Orchestra*
This course is for musicians who are
interested in sight reading.
This class includes sight reading of
orchestral literature from the 17th century
to the present. Open to college students
and community musicians wishing to
develop a further understanding of
music through symphonic ensemble
playing. Students are expected to
participate in sight reading activities.
Instructor: Branden Muresan
Please contact Branden at brandenmuresan@
miracosta.edu prior to the audition.
Fee: $80
Oceanside Campus, Room 2406
Mondays & Wednesdays, 6/15–7/8,
6:30–9:20 p.m.
Intermediate Ukulele Class
Calling all intermediate ukulele players! If
you feel that you are past the beginning
stage of ukulele playing and would like
to learn more chords, finger-style picking
and transposing of chords, this is the
class for you! This 8-week intermediate
ukulele class is open to all who would
like to continue to advance your ukulele
playing. You will learn some traditional
and contemporary Hawaiian and English
songs. What better way to add more
music to your repertoire! Sign up for
some ukulele strumming fun!
Supplies: A $10 material fee will be collected in
class. Please bring your own ukulele, notebook and
pencil to class.
Instructor: Zenia Panao
Fee: $70
San Elijo Campus, Room 201
8 Tuesdays, 6/2–7/21, 6–7:30 p.m.
Superior Enrichment at a Low Cost!
Enjoy all that MiraCosta has to offer to
enrich your life! Our credit classes provide
the opportunity for you to enjoy a
semester-long course for an inexpensive
fee. Try our fitness classes, learn all
about floral arranging, or spend a few
months increasing your dance skills.
Browse all of MiraCosta College’s
offerings in our credit schedule at
miracosta.edu.
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No previous experience needed.
This class will get you quickly jammin’ da
blues as you learn the many techniques
to make the harmonica cry, moan, and
wail the blues! Through this fun, one-night
workshop, you will learn proper breathing
technique, blues harmonica rhythm,
improvisational techniques, and how to
effectively solo and practice.
Supplies: A $15 material fee will be collected
in class. Please bring your own C major diatonic
harmonica, or you can purchase one in class
for $12.
Instructor: Dave Broida
Fee: $45
Oceanside Campus, Room 3103
1 Monday, 7/20, 6–8 p.m.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE INSTITUTE
MiraCosta College English Language Institute
ENGLISH LANGUAGE INSTITUTE
Upcoming Program Dates for 2015:
6/8–7/31 or 8/24–10/16 or 10/19–12/11
The English Language Institute (ELI) offers international students the opportunity to
increase their English language proficiency and develop the skills needed for success
in a college or university in the United States. This intensive English as a second
language program provides individualized instruction in small classes. Students attend
class 20 hours per week. Dedicated professional faculty and state-of-the-art computer
software make learning more effective. I-20s and Homestay options available.
Instructional components include:
• TOEFL preparation
• Study of American culture
• Computer literacy
• Development of study skills
• Integrated academic preparation in reading, writing, listening, speaking,
and grammar.
Fee: $2,195 (fees subject to change)
For more information, write, telephone, fax, or email:
MiraCosta College English Language Institute
MiraCosta College, 1 Barnard Drive
MS 4, Oceanside, CA 92056
Telephone: 760.757.2121 x6590. Fax: 760.795.6826. Email: lcargile@miracosta.edu
Website: miracosta.edu/eli
EXCURSIONS
Excursion Rules & Regulations for pages, 39 - 43
• Refunds will be granted no later than five working days before the excursion.
There will be a $25 cancellation fee if a replacement can be found. No refunds
will be granted after the excursion has taken place.
• The bus will depart on time. Anyone missing the bus will not receive a refund.
• MiraCosta College reserves the right to make itinerary changes if necessary.
Any excursion may be cancelled due to low enrollment.
• Seating arrangements on the bus will be on a first-come, first-served basis.
Those who have difficulty sitting at the rear of the bus are advised to arrive early.
• No smoking is permitted on the bus.
• If you are parking your car in the campus parking lot, you will need to buy a day
parking permit. Parking permit is currently $1 a day.
Cash and credit cards accepted. Check(s) should be payable to MiraCosta College.
Mail check(s) with registration form to:
MiraCosta College, 1 Barnard Drive, MS 4, Oceanside, CA 92056
You will receive an email confirming your reservation. If you would like a paper copy of your reservation,
please send us a self-addressed, stamped envelope. Approximately one week before the excursion, you
will receive an email reminder. It will give you information and any other necessary details about the
excursion.
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EXCURSIONS
Eat, Pray, Love—
Holyland Exhibition, Monastery
of the Angels
Bus will pick up and drop
off at MiraCosta College
Oceanside Campus,
Parking Lot-1A for
ALL excursions.
Saturday, July 18
Take pleasure in the flavor and the
romance of a Mediterranean island
for the day. The smooth boat ride from
Long Beach takes only an hour each
way. Once you arrive, explore and
discover the enchantment of Catalina
at your leisure or take an optional tour.
Truly a Pacific paradise, the charming
island village of Avalon is nestled in
a lush tropical canyon overlooking
Catalina’s Avalon Bay. Visit a myriad of
quaint shops and discover the romantic
locations where some of Hollywood’s
“classics” were filmed. Enjoy lunch on
your own at one of the many outstanding
eateries. Upon arrival various optional
tours (with additional fees) are available
including a narrated motorcoach tour
along the beachfront, up the hillsides
and through the heart of Avalon. See
the perfect views and vibrant local spots
as your driver-guide provides you with
interesting stories, tidbits and the history
of Santa Catalina Island. Or perhaps you
want to join a guided tour to see the art
deco murals in the glamorous Catalina
Casino that hosted the Big Bands of
yesteryear? Or maybe a glass-bottom
boat excursion—the options are endless.
The boat going to Catalina has shaded
and unshaded areas, and a restroom
onboard, for your comfort.
Fee: $109
Depart 8 a.m. Return 6:30 p.m.
Note:
Day parking permits
are required at all
MiraCosta College
campuses.
Parking permit may
be purchased from
machine in
Parking Lot-1A,
Oceanside Campus.
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EXCURSIONS
Includes Canter’s Deli lunch
Saturday, June 13
On this true Los Angeles adventure,
we’ll explore several of the city’s much
loved yet hidden gems. First, a twohour docent-guided walking tour of the
Holyland Exhibition, founded in 1924 by
a man with a love affair for the Holyland
and the preservation of its ancient
past. You’ll be amazed at the wealth
of artifacts on display, some nearly
2,000 years old. Costumed guides will
showcase the exhibits and tell the story
of the items as they relate to the Bible
and ancient traditions and customs.
Afterward, enjoy an included lunch with
choice of sandwich at famous Canter’s
Deli which has offered an authentic
Jewish deli-style experience since 1931
and is a well-known L.A. landmark. In the
afternoon, we’ll visit the Monastery of
the Angels, a spiritual oasis in Hollywood
where a community of cloistered
Dominican nuns create wonderful handdipped chocolates, pumpkin bread and
other goods for purchase.
Suggested: Walking shoes (must be able to
use stairs to access the second level of
the Holyland Exhibition).
Fee: $79
Depart 7:30 a.m. Return 5:30 p.m.
A Day on Catalina Island
EXCURSIONS
Laguna Beach
Pageant of the Masters
EXCURSIONS
Guide: Ermanno & Kristin Maccarrone
Thursday, August 13
This year’s theme is “The Pursuit of
Happiness”. Explore the many sources of
happiness through ancient and modern
theatrical production of “living pictures.”
Go on a sentimental journey through
depictions of pastimes and activities
that gave people joy long before the
instant gratification of the computer
age. The 2015 pageant promises to
be a breathtaking, playful and joyous
journey in search of that most mysterious
of treasures. Viewing will be excellent
from loge-right section seating. The
day will include time to browse through
the Laguna Festival of the Arts grounds
and the Sawdust Festival, or Art-a-Fair,
offering a variety of paintings, creative
arts, beautiful jewelry and fine crafts. The
pageant is presented at 8:30 p.m. in an
outdoor amphitheater, so warm clothing
is recommended. Enjoy dinner on your
own in beautiful downtown Laguna
Beach (within walking distance) or dine
at the restaurant on the festival grounds.
For more information, go to www.
foapom.com
Fee: $99 (includes transportation and
loge right seating at the pageant
Depart 2 p.m. Return 12 a.m.
Big Bear Lake Escape
Narrated lake cruise & shopping with
included lakeside lunch
Sunday, August 30
Imagine yourself on a tranquil lake,
experiencing serenity, the beauty of
nature and the smell of fresh air. Today
we escape to Big Bear, the charming
mountain community nestled in the
beautiful pine forests atop the San
Bernardino Mountains (elevation 6,700
feet) and featuring spectacular scenery
in all directions. Enjoy a narrated cruise
on this beautiful lake aboard the Big
Bear Queen including sights such as
the solar observatory and celebrity
homes, along with Big Bear history and
local anecdotes. There will be time to
browse the shops in the Bavarian-style
Big Bear Village. Prior to that, enjoy an
included three-course lunch with choice
of entrée at a lovely restaurant that offers
spectacular lake views.
Suggested: Rubber-soled walking shoes
and a sweater or jacket as it can be cool
on the water. The boat has shaded and
unshaded areas for your comfort.
Fee: $89
Depart 8 a.m. Return 7 p.m.
Questions About Tipping?
Passengers often ask us if they should
tip their driver and tour director.
These customary gratuities are
not included in the tour price, but
highly encouraged (please do not
tip guides Sharon Gaitan, Kristin
Maccarrone or Linda Kurokawa).
Much like a restaurant, tipping is
recognized as an appreciation for
a job well done and motivation to
exceed your expectations.
Industry guideline for tipping is
$3–$5 per person, per day; however,
any amount is appreciated and
should be related to how you were
served by each individual.
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EXCURSIONS—MULTI-DAY, NATIONAL
Cambria & Hearst Castle
By Rail
Featuring Westin St. Francis in Union
Square hotel stay, Napa Valley Wine
Train, Palace Hotel tea
December 17–21 (5-Day Tour)
There’s no better time of the year than
Christmastime and no better place to
relish in the holiday décor and festivities
than in the “City by the Bay.” Experience
the charm of San Francisco in all of its
Christmas glory while enjoying four nights
at the elegant and iconic Westin St.
Francis. In addition to the Napa Valley
Wine Train and tea at the Palace Hotel,
you’ll be staying in Union Square in the
midst of San Francisco’s best shopping.
You will most definitely leave your heart,
but the experiences and memories
created while celebrating “Christmas” in
San Francisco, will be worth it. For more
information, visit goodtimestravel.com
and click on multi-day tours.
Deposit: $100
Fee: $1,249 pp double or $1,699 pp single
Qualified, Part-Time, Professional/Temporary
Teachers Needed for the Following Subjects
Business & Career:
• Smog Check Technician
• Intro to Bookkeeping
Financial Planning:
• Investments—Learn to Understand
Stocks & Bonds
Technology:
• Developing Smartphone Apps
Health & Wellness:
• Acupressure for ALL (massage to
help naturally heal, build immune
system, headaches)
• Couples Massage
Food & Wine:
• Artisan Sausage Making
• Famous Thai/Spanish/Italian/etc...
Dishes
• Making Gluten Free Food
• Healthy Cooking in 30 min.
• Vegetarian Foodie—
Gourmet Cooking Without Meat
• Artistic Sushi Making
• Homebrewing
Dance:
• Flamenco Dance
• Swing or Ballroom Dance
and/or Latin Dance
Craft/Sewing:
• Hand Embroidery
• Handmade Organic Soap Making
• How to Knit
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EXCURSIONS—MULTI-DAY, NATIONAL
Featuring Hearst Castle, Coast Starlight
Train, Moonstone Beach hotel stay,
Solvang
November 11–13 (3-Day Tour)
Embark on a relaxing three-day getaway
to explore California’s Central Coast
while enjoying a stay at a quaint inn on
the beach along Cambria’s Moonstone
Beach. We’ll travel by train, explore the
back roads and keep a relaxed pace as
we explore the region and get a firsthand look at what makes the California
Coast so special. For more information,
visit goodtimestravel.com and click on
multi-day tours.
Deposit: $100
Fee: $479 pp double or $599 pp single
“Christmas” in San Francisco
ENRICHMENT—MULTI-DAY, INTERNATIONAL
ENRICHMENT—MULTI-DAY, INTERNATIONAL
Discover Poland
Shades of Ireland
September 3
12 Days • 15 Meals
Embark on an all-encompassing
excursion around Poland. Tour the
thriving capital city of Warsaw. Reborn
after World War II, it is again one of
Europe’s great cultural centers. Walk the
meandering lanes of historical Krakow,
where you will visit Wawel Castle, once
home to the kings of Imperial Poland.
The somber history and tragic reality of
Auschwitz is unveiled during a moving
visit. Behold the Black Madonna on a
tour of Jasna Gora Monastery. Follow a
500-year-old recipe and make your own
gingerbread, then enjoy your creation!
Explore the Teutonic Knight’s Marienburg
Fortress, the largest castle in the world.
Stand on the dock where union workers
formed the Solidarity Anti-Communist
movement in 1989 Gdansk. Explore the
ancient city squares and UNESCO World
Heritage sites of Torun, Wroclaw, Warsaw,
Gdansk, and Krakow.
• Gather at the docklands of Gdansk, site of the
1980 Solidarity uprising against communist
rule.
• Overnight in medieval Torun, a UNESCO World
Heritage site.
• Explore the Teutonic Knight’s Marienburg
Fortress, the largest castle in the world and a
UNESCO site.
• While at a 16th century bakery in Torun, learn
how to make your very own gingerbread
according to a 500-year-old recipe.
• Visit the Jasna Gora Monastery to witness the
world-famous Black Madonna.
• Explore the poignant history of Auschwitz.
Book early & save.
Fee: $3,699 pp (including $200 early
booking bonus)
September 14
10 Days • 13 Meals
From vibrant and history-filled Dublin,
across rolling green hills to the dramatic
coast, experience all of the charms
of Ireland on this magical tour of the
Emerald Isle. Live like royalty during
an overnight stay on the grounds of a
castle. Visit the new House of Waterford
Crystal factory. See the Atlantic from
the stunning 700-foot Cliffs of Moher.
Experience the world-famous beauty
of the Ring of Kerry. Have coffee and
scones at a working farm. See beautiful
Killarney from your seat on an Irish
jaunting car. Journey to historic Blarney
Castle, lean back and kiss its famous
stone!
• Enjoy a rousing night of traditional Irish
entertainment accompanied by a hearty
dinner.
• Travel the Ring of Kerry, one of the world’s
most beautiful coastal routes.
• Meet an Irish family during a visit to a working
Irish farm. Sample homemade tea and
scones while they explain their everyday life.
• Behold the spectacular beauty of the Cliffs
of Moher.
• Overnight on the grounds of a castle and
experience old Ireland at its finest.
Book early & save.
Fee: $3,499 pp (including $200 early
booking bonus)
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ENRICHMENT—MULTI-DAY, INTERNATIONAL
British Landscapes
October 10
11 Days • 14 Meals
Experience Spain’s colorful pageant
of art, history and culture. Set against
a backdrop that spans sunny
Mediterranean shores and grand
mountain ranges, this stunning
destination is dotted with white pueblos
and groves of oranges and olives.
Explore the priceless treasures of the
Royal Palace, Europe’s second largest
palace. Visit the exotic and expansive
Alhambra Palace, resplendent with
Moorish regal flair. See the Cathedral
of Seville, the third largest in the world.
Enjoy local cuisine followed by reserved
seating at a flamenco show and feel the
passion of this famous dance. Explore
Madrid, Toledo, Cordoba, Granada,
Valencia and Barcelona. Become part
of an authentic “paella experience,”
and learn how this rice dish is made
and where it originated. Marvel at
Valencia’s “City of Arts & Sciences.”
See how precious Lladro figurines are
made by hand. View Antonio Gaudi’s
architectural masterpieces, including
La Sagrada Familia. Spain beckons.
• Tour Toledo, the former capital of the Spanish
Empire.
• Enjoy reserved seating at a flamenco
performance in Seville.
• Visit 10 UNESCO World Heritage sites.
• Enjoy two-night stays in captivating Madrid,
Seville, Valencia and Barcelona.
• Visit the monumental Royal Palace, official
residence of the royal family.
• Enjoy regional wine with every included
dinner.
Fee: $3,799 pp (including $200 early
booking bonus)
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September 26
10 Days • 12 Meals
Sleepy villages where sheep wander
the grassy hillsides, lakes set amidst
mountains that inspired centuries of
literature, and cities thriving with arts
and culture—these are the landscapes
of Britain. Discover them on this 10-day
journey through England, Scotland
and Wales. Sleep in an historic castle.
Visit the university town of Cambridge.
Soak up the pastoral landscapes of
the Cotswolds. Walk in the footsteps of
William Shakespeare and enjoy dinner at
Hall’s Croft, a 400-year-old Shakespearefamily home. Explore London and
Edinburgh. Experience the wonder of
Stonehenge. Stroll through historic York.
• Enjoy one of London’s spectacular theatre
performances.
• Stay the night at enchanting Ruthin Castle
situated in the north of Wales.
• Get a glimpse of royalty during your visit to the
Palace of Holyroodhouse.
• Walk in Shakespeare’s footsteps when visiting
his birthplace.
Book early & save.
Fee: $3,799 pp (including $200 early
booking bonus)
Spain’s Classics
Continuing Education for Adults
Enrollment begins May 6
Continuing Education
For Adults
This section includes tuition-free noncredit courses
and programs in the following categories:
•
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•
•
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•
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Adult High School
Citizenship
English as a Second Language
GED Test Preparation
Health & Safety
Parenting
Courses for Older Adults
Courses for Adults with Disabilities
Short-Term Vocational and Workforce Preparation
The MiraCosta Community College District serves the communities of Oceanside,
Carlsbad, Encinitas, Solana Beach, Del Mar, Rancho Santa Fe and Carmel Valley;
however, all programs offered by the college (credit and noncredit) are open to the
public regardless of the city of residence. Although MiraCosta College’s Community
Learning Center in Oceanside houses many of the classes and the administrative
offices for Continuing Education, the tuition-free noncredit classes listed here are held
at various locations within the district to make classes more accessible to community
members. See the list of locations on page 49.
Continuing Education at MiraCosta College respectfully serves our diverse community of
lifelong learners by providing a holistic selection of learning opportunities, enabling and
empowering learners to live successfully today and in the future.
For more information about noncredit courses contact:
MiraCosta College Community Learning Center
1831 Mission Avenue, Oceanside, CA 92058 • 760.795.8710
miracosta.edu/instruction/communityeducation
Monday–Thursday: 7:30 a.m.–8 p.m. • Friday: 8 a.m.–12 p.m.
Saturday: 8 a.m.–12 p.m. (6/20–8/1)
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CONTINUING EDUCATION
Dr. Nikki Schaper, Interim Dean, Community Education, 760.795.8701
Angela Senigaglia, AHS Department Chair, 760.795.8721
Mike Kirby, Short-Term Vocational Noncredit Coordinator, 760.795.8737
Kristi Reyes, Noncredit ESL Department Chair, 760.795.8745
Krista Warren, Noncredit Coordinator, 760.795.8727
Tuition-Free Noncredit Courses for Adults
HOW TO ENROLL IN TUITION-FREE ADULT CLASSES
Enrollment for Tuition-Free Noncredit Courses for Adults begins May 6, 2015. Students
are enrolled on a first-come, first-served basis. Students may use the SURF online enrollment
system. Parking fee may be paid on SURF using Visa, MasterCard or Discover Card.
How to Apply & Enroll in Classes
Applying for Admission
If you are a new student or if you are a returning student who did not attend classes in
Spring 2015 you must first submit a Noncredit Application for Admission. You may submit
the application two ways:
1 Online at miracosta.edu/noncredit. Select the link for Tuition-Free Noncredit Courses
for Adults.
PLEASE NOTE: Online applications require several days to process. You should submit
your online application at least 3–4 business days before the date you want to enroll.
After the application is processed, you will be assigned an 8-digit Student ID number that you
will use the entire time you are a student at MiraCosta College. You will retrieve your Student
ID number the first time you log in to SURF following the directions below.
2 Or complete the Noncredit Application for Admission found on page 48 which also
allows you to select your classes, and mail or bring the completed application to:
MiraCosta College
Community Learning Center
1831 Mission Avenue, Oceanside, CA 92058
CONTINUING EDUCATION—HOW TO ENROLL
Enrolling in Classes on SURF
Who can use SURF?
• Students who were enrolled at MiraCosta College in Spring 2015 may enroll using SURF
on or after May 6, 2015.
• New students or returning MiraCosta College students who were not enrolled in
Spring 2015 but have submitted the Noncredit Application for Admission and have waited
3–4 business days for the application to be processed.
• The last day to add classes is July 6, 2015 (excluding Adult High School, Cisco,
and English as a Second Language classes).
Who cannot use SURF?
• Students who have a delinquent account or a hold on their account.
• Students who choose to pay fees with cash or check (must use credit card on SURF).
• Students enrolling in Adult Basic Education, Adult High School, or English as a Second
Language, and Special Education classes. (See the specific section of this bulletin for
enrollment information.)
Before you use SURF:
If you have a delinquent account with MiraCosta College you must resolve it either online
or at the Student Accounts Office, located in Building 3200 on the Oceanside Campus, the
Administration Building at the San Elijo Campus, or at the Community Learning Center
in Oceanside.
If you have a hold on your account with MiraCosta College you must resolve it before
enrolling. To find out if you have a hold, log in to SURF with your SURF ID and password.
Click on the Self Service link, and Campus Personal Information link. Then click on the
Holds link. If you have a hold, you must contact the office(s) that placed the hold(s) on your
account to proceed with enrollment.
Where to use SURF:
You may use SURF on any computer with Internet access including computers in MiraCosta
College labs. SURF stations are also available at the Community Learning Center, and
the Admissions and Records offices at the Oceanside and San Elijo campuses.
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Adult High
Tuition-Free Noncredit Courses
forSchool
AdultsDiploma Program
Complete this planning worksheet before you log in to SURF:
Class Number
(example 3426)
Catalog Number
(example NCHAS71)
To enroll in classes using SURF go to: surf.miracosta.edu and enter your SURF ID and
SURF password, then click Sign In. First time users click “Get your SURF ID &
password here” at the bottom of the page. Returning users who’ve forgotten their information
or want to reset their password click “Get your student SURF ID & password here” or
“Forgot Your Password?” at the bottom of the page.
After logging in, you will see the default selection Student Center and the student’s
navigation menu located on the left side. Click Self Service to view the available categories
listed below.
• Click Student Center to:
Manage school-related activities
• Click Class Search/Browse Catalog to:
Select the noncredit choice in the drop-down box
Search for classes that start with “Noncredit”
• Click Enrollment to:
Add, drop classes
View/print your schedule
•
Click Payment & Account Information to:
Print receipt/account activity
Make a payment (any materials fees)
Purchase parking permit* and/or ID card
• Click Academic Records to:
View My Course History
Parking permits are required Monday through Saturday on the Oceanside and San Elijo
campuses ($17.50) and the Community Learning Center ($8.75).
Print your class schedule under Enrollment>My Class Schedule. (You will not be mailed
a class schedule or any other confirmation.) If you do not have a printer, you may complete
the enrollment process online and later come to the campus to print your class schedule at a
SURF station at the Community Learning Center or Admissions and Records office at the
Oceanside or San Elijo campuses.
For more information on how to use SURF please visit our SURF Tutorials at
surf.miracosta.edu or after you log in to your SURF account click on the SURF Student
Tutorials link located on the right side of the Student Center area.
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• Click Personal Information to:
View/edit Personal Data Summary
View Holds
FOR
ADMINISTRATIVE
USE ONLY
APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION (NONCREDIT)
Residency
Initials
Code
Date
 FALL 20______  SPRING 20______  SUMMER 20______
Community Learning Center • 1831 Mission Avenue, Oceanside, CA 92058
DIRECTIONS: This application is for noncredit classes only. Please print in blue or black ink.
Complete and return to the address listed above. The voluntary provision of your Social
Security number will be used to assist the state of California in evaluating community college
student success.
1. Legal Name: __________________________________________________________________________________
Last
2. Social Security Number:
-
First
12.Directory information is released to the public.
Select “NO” if you do not want this information
released. See Admissions & Records for a list
of directory information.  No
-
3.Sex:  Male  Female
4. Citizenship Status:
 U.S. Citizen
 Permanent Resident
 Refugee/Asylee
 Other Status
 Temporary Resident
 Amnesty
 Student Visa (F1/M1)
13. Indicate which statement currently applies to you
(select only one). SB11
NOT A HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATE:
 High school student currently enrolled in
 Currently enrolled in adult high school (20000)
HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATE WITHOUT A COLLEGE DEGREE:
 Received high school diploma; Year: _______ (3)
 Received GED or Certificate of
7b.If yes, check one or more:
 Mexican, Mexican-American, Chicano
 South American  Central American
 Hispanic: Other
 Received Certificate of
 Received foreign high school
7c. What is your race/ethnicity? (Check one or more.
For state and federal statistical reports.)
 Asian: Cambodian  Asian: Other  Asian: Chinese  Black or African American
 Asian: Filipino  Amer. Indian/Alaskan Native
 Asian: Indian  Pacific Islander: Guamanian
 Asian: Japanese  Pacific Islander: Hawaiian
 Asian: Korean  Pacific Islander: Samoan
 Asian: Laotian  Pacific Islander Other
 Asian: Vietnamese  White
COLLEGE GRADUATE:
 Received an associate degree; Year: _______ (7)
 Received a bachelor’s degree
5. Date of Birth: _______________________________
(Month / Day / Year)
6. Age: ___________
(Years)
7a. Ethnicity: Are you Hispanic or Latino?  Yes  No
8. Telephone: (__________)_____________________
CONTINUING
EDUCATION—ADMISSION
FORM
CONTINUING
EDUCATION
Middle Initial
Area Code
Telephone Number
9. Email Address: _____________________________
10. Local Mailing Address: (MAIL)
__________________________________________
Number
Street
Apartment Number
__________________________________________
City
State
Zip
11.Indicate the one that applies most recently to you.
 Never attended any college before (FYR)
 Currently a day high school student taking
 Attended another college but have not
 Attended MiraCosta but not last semester (RET)
 Attended MiraCosta last semester;
college courses (SPC)
previously attended MiraCosta College (NTR)
I am continuing (X)
REV. 09/10
 Not a graduate of, and no longer enrolled in,
high school (00000)
grades 10–12 (10000)
Equivalency/Completion; Year: _______ (4)
High School Proficiency Exam; Year: _______ (5)
diploma/certificate Year: _______ (6)
or higher; Year: _______ (8)
14.Give your primary goal while attending MiraCosta
(select only one). SB14
 Discover/formulate career interests, plans, goals (F)
 Prepare for a new career (acquire job skills) (G)
 A dvance further in current job/career
(update job skills) (H)
M
aintain certificate or license
(e.g. nursing, real estate) (I)
 Improve basic skills in English, reading, math (K)
 Complete credits for high school diploma or GED (L)
 Personal interest (J)
 Am undecided on goal (M)
15. Have you been in continuous residence in the state of
California for at least the last two years?  Yes  No
If NO, enter your last state or country of residence:
___________________________________
16. When did your present stay in California begin?
___________________________________________
Month / Day / Year
The information on this application is true and correct to
the best of my knowledge. Falsification of any information
may result in my dismissal from classes.
_______________________________________________
STUDENT SIGNATURE
DATE
MiraCosta College is committed to providing equal educational and
employment opportunities to all persons regardless of, but not limited to,
race, color, religion, national origin, gender, marital or parental status,
disability, age, sexual orientation or status as a Vietnam-era veteran.
Please list the courses you wish to attend:
Class Number: ______________________ Course Name: __________________________________________________
Class Number: ______________________ Course Name: __________________________________________________
Class Number: ______________________ Course Name: __________________________________________________
YOU WILL NOT RECEIVE REGISTRATION CONFIRMATION. PLEASE ATTEND THE FIRST CLASS MEETING.
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Tuition-Free Noncredit Courses
forSchool
AdultsDiploma Program
TUITION-FREE NONCREDIT CLASS LOCATIONS
CBTS
CCSC
CLC
CSCTR
ECSC
LVMH
RSLR
SLRH
Carlsbad By The Sea Retirement Community.... 2855 Carlsbad Boulevard, Carlsbad, 92008
Country Club Senior Center................................ 455 Country Club Lane, Oceanside, 92054
MiraCosta College, Community Learning Center...1831 Mission Avenue, Oceanside, 92058
Carlsbad Senior Center.......................................................799 Pine Avenue, Carlsbad, 92008
El Corazon Senior Center........................................3302 Senior Center Drive, Oceanside, 92056
Laguna Vista Estates................................................... 276 N. El Camino Real, Oceanside, 92058
Rancho San Luis Rey Mobile Home Park................200 N. El Camino Real, Oceanside, 92058
San Luis Rey Homes.........................................................300 Academy Road, Oceanside, 92057
YOU MAY ENROLL ONLINE (USING SURF) FOR CLASSES LISTED
ON PAGES 49–50. SEE PAGE 46 FOR INSTRUCTIONS.
CLASS # DAYS
TIME
DATES
INSTRUCTOR
LOCATION/ROOM
HEALTH AND SAFETY
NCHLT11 Spinal Fitness
This class is designed to optimize strength and flexibility in the body, particularly the back
through low-impact weight-bearing exercises, resistance work with light weights, static
stretches and relaxation techniques.
1485
1486
MWFS 8–10:25 a.m. MTWTh 9–11:05 a.m. 6/15–8/05
6/15–8/06
Gibbons, G
Vinci, R
CBTS
RSLR
6/15–8/06
Kramer, A
ECSC
6/15–8/06
Pompa, P
NCHLT15 Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program
1487
MWTh
3–5:05 p.m.
NCHLT75 Balance and Mobility
1493
MTWTh 1–2:35 p.m.
CLC109
SHORT-TERM VOCATIONAL
COMPUTER COURSES
NCVOC31 Basic Word Processing
1482
S
8–11:35 a.m.
NCVOC38 Computer Basics/Keyboarding
1483
S
11:40 a.m–3:15 p.m.
6/20–8/01
Herrick, J
CLC135
6/20–8/01
Herrick, J
CLC135
Herrick, J
CLC133
NCVOC39 Beginning Spreadsheets (Excel)
1484
W
6–9:10 p.m.
6/17–8/05
MiraCosta College offers the training needed to prepare students to take the Cisco Certified Entry
Networking Technician (CCENT) and Cisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA) exams. Classes
are offered at the Community Learning Center, 1831 Mission Avenue, Oceanside, 92058. For more
information about the program call Mike Kirby at 760.795.8737 or visit the Cisco Networking Academy
website miracosta.edu/cisco for up-to-date schedule information.
The last date to register for the class is June 19. The following instructional resources will be available:
dedicated lab with instructor, lectures, lab time, practice tests, and multimedia computer tutorials. For
more information, go to miracosta.edu/cisco.
NCVOC11 Computer Networking Basics
1507
+Lab
MTh
T
6–9:10 p.m.
6/15–8/06
Kirby, M
6–9:10 p.m.
CLC133
CLC132
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CONTINUING EDUCATION
CISCO NETWORKING ACADEMY
Adult High
Tuition-Free Noncredit Courses
forSchool
OlderDiploma
Adults Program
CLASS #
DAYS
TIME
DATES
INSTRUCTOR
LOCATION/ROOM
OLDER ADULTS
State supported educational programs for older adults range in subject from art through writing. While
these courses are offered primarily for older adults at locations and times convenient to them, the classes
are open to all adults.
ART
Students in art classes must furnish their own supplies. Instructors will provide a list of materials at the
first class meeting. For additional information on classes which may be of interest to older adults please
pay particular attention to the Community Services section of this bulletin.
NCART13 Acrylic Painting
1488
Th
1489
Th
9 a.m.–12 p.m. &
12:30–3:10 p.m.
9 a.m.–12 p.m. &
1–3:40 p.m.
6/18–8/06
Pearce, S
ECSC
6/18–8/06
Allen, A
CLC116
NCART15 Portrait and Figure Drawing and Painting
1490
Th
9 a.m.–12 p.m. &
12:30–3:10 p.m.
6/18–8/06
NCART17 Painting and Drawing
1491
T
9 a.m.–12 p.m. &
12:30–3:10 p.m.
6/16–8/04
NCART31 Watercolor Painting, Beginning
1509
TF
9 a.m.–12:15 p.m.
6/16–8/04
Spencer, J
CCSC
Pearce, S
ECSC
Spencer, J
CLC116
NCART35 Watercolor Painting on Location 1492
W
9 a.m.–12 p.m. &
6/17–8/05
Spencer, J
ECSC
12:30–3:10 p.m.
Note: The first class meeting will be held at El Corazon Senior Center. Classes will then meet at various
locations throughout North County as listed in the class syllabus.
NCART70 Multimedia Sculpture 1494
MW
9–11:50 a.m. 6/15–8/05
Sullivan, P
CLC116
HEALTH
NCHAS12 Weight Management for Seniors
1495
MW
12:15–2:20 p.m.
6/15–8/05
Hargrove, L
ECSC
CONTINUING EDUCATION
NCHAS70 Body Conditioning Over Easy
This course is designed for older adults with physical limitations (such as problems with feet, knees and
hips) who still want to exercise.
1497
MTWTh 9–11:05 a.m. 6/15–8/06
Hargrove, L
SLRH
1496
MWFS 10:30 a.m.–12:55 p.m. 6/15–8/05
Gibbons, G
CBTS
NCHAS71 Body Conditioning for Seniors
This course is designed to meet the needs of older adults at all levels of fitness (beginning through advanced).
1500
MTWTh 8–9:25 a.m.
6/15–8/06
Pompa, P LVMH
1498
MWF
8–10:05 a.m. 6/15–8/05
Wiltshire, J
CCSC
1499
MWF
9:45–11:50 a.m.
6/15–8/05
Pompa, P
CSCTR
NCHAS81 Tai Chi Chuan for Seniors, Beginning
1501
MTWTh 10–11:35 a.m.
NCHAS85 Chair Yoga for Adults
1502
1510
TWTh
TWTh
1–2:55 p.m.
3:05–5 p.m.
6/15–8/06
Gill, R
ECSC
6/16–8/06
6/16–8/06
Kramer, A
Gibbons, G
ECSC
ECSC
Classes with fewer than 20 students are subject to cancellation.
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HighSchool
School Diploma Program
Special Education / Adult
High
CLASS #
DAYS
TIME
DATES
INSTRUCTOR
LOCATION/ROOM
SPECIAL EDUCATION
NCSPC26 is designed for individuals with learning and developmental disabilities. Enrollment in
Disabled Student Programs & Services is required prior to enrollment in the courses. Interested
students should first apply for admission (see instructions on page 46), obtain a student identification
number then make an appointment for assessment with Disabled Student Program & Services at
760.757.2121, x6658. An orientation session for summer classes will be held on May 2 at 9:30 a.m. at
the Community Learning Center. Check the website miracosta.edu/instruction/continuingeducation/
basicskills/gettingstarted.html for specific registration information. There is limited space available in
noncredit special education classes. Students are enrolled on a first-come, first-served basis.
NCSPC26 Basic Academic Skills
1503
1504
1505
1506
MW
MW
TTh
TTh
10 a.m.–3:10 p.m.
10 a.m.–3:10 p.m.
10 a.m.–3:10 p.m.
10 a.m.–3:10 p.m.
6/15–8/05
6/15–8/05
6/16–8/06
6/16–8/06
Mangini, L
Warren, K
Mangini, L
Wolpov, H
CLC108
CLC121
CLC108
CLC117
ADULT HIGH SCHOOL
The Adult High School is designed for students 18 years of age or older who wish to complete the
requirements for a high school diploma or prepare to take the GED. Those under 18 who can benefit
from instruction are also allowed to enroll. Any student enrolled in a day high school (regular or
continuation) must meet the following criteria in order to take classes in MiraCosta's Adult High
School. He/she must be a credit or CAHSEE deficient student, 17 years old or older, who has attended
at least five semesters of high school. Day high school students must also present a Concurrent
Enrollment Permit signed by their day high school principal, counselor, and parent. The forms are
available at high school counseling offices, the Community Learning Center (CLC), MiraCosta’s
Admissions Offices, and online at miracosta.edu/ahsdp.
In order to place students in courses that best meet their needs, individual skills will be assessed.
English, reading, and math courses are also appropriate for persons who do not need a high school
diploma but wish to increase their skills in preparation for college classes, for employment or
advancement in the workplace, or for personal growth.
Classes are held at MiraCosta College Community Learning Center (CLC), located at 1831 Mission
Avenue, Oceanside, 92058. Students may register for classes during one of the following dates and
times at the CLC. For more information call 760.795.8710.
HSAGT10 American Government
1465
MTWTh 12:30–2:35 p.m.
HSECN10 Economics
1466
TWTh
HSENG21 English 1
1467
6–8:45 p.m.
MTWTh 8–10:05 a.m. 6/15–7/23
Hughes, B
CLC120
6/16–7/23
Leste, A
CLC118
6/15–7/23
Wood, E
CLC103
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CONTINUING EDUCATION
REGISTRATION DATE
TIME
June 9
3 p.m.
June 10
8:30 a.m.
June 11
5 p.m.
Prospective students should submit an application for admission online at miracosta.edu/ahsdp prior to
attending a registration session. The Application Confirmation Page should be printed and presented
at the time of registration. The reading skills assessment will be administered to all new students as
part of the registration process. Adaptive testing will be available for English as a Second Language
students and students with documented disabilities. Documentation that verifies disabilities is required.
Students must request adaptive testing. Call 760.795.8710 for more information. Students seeking
academic accommodations because of a documented disability are encouraged to request assistance
from Disabled Students Program and Services (DSPS) prior to enrollment. Call 760.795.6658. The
registration process for new students takes a minimum of two and a half hours. Students planning to
earn MiraCosta’s adult high school diploma should also bring transcripts.
Summer Session (June 15 – July 24)
Adult High School
CLASS #
DAYS
Adult High School Diploma Program
TIME
HSENG22 English 2
1468
TWTh
6–8:45 p.m.
DATES
INSTRUCTOR
6/16–7/23
Pynes, S
CLC107
DeRoche, J
CLC103
6/15–7/22
Contos, N
CLC135
6/15–7/22
Carlin, J
CLC135
Staff
Elg, T
CLC114
CLC110
Pappalardo, A
Hoopes, M
CLC101
CLC101
6/15–7/23
Tsyrklevich, K
CLC134
6/15–7/23
Staff
CLC120
HSENG25 English 4
1469
MTWTh 10:15 a.m.–12:20 p.m. 6/15–7/23
HSENG30 English Skills Lab
1470
MTW 6–8:45 p.m.
HSIFA13 Digital Storytelling
1473
MTW 12:30–3:15 p.m.
HSMTH11 Basic Skills Math 1
1474
1475
MTWTh 10:15 a.m.–12:20 p.m. 6/15–7/23
TWTh
6–8:45 p.m.
6/16–7/23 HSMTH12 Basic Skills Math 2
1476
1477
MTWTh 10:15 a.m.–12:20 p.m. 6/15–7/23
TWTh
6–8:45 p.m.
6/16–7/23
HSSCI11 Physical Science 1 – Chemistry
1478
MTWTh 8–10:05 a.m.
HSUSH12 United States History 2
1479
MTWTh 8–10:05 a.m.
LOCATION/ROOM
The following classes may be taken through the Computer Learning Lab. Students must commit to a
specific time for a mandatory orientation session. After orientation, students will develop their individual
schedule of attendance to meet the requirements for earning high school credit. In order to earn 5 high
school credits a student must complete the assigned work within the term and participate in a minimum
of 49.5 hours of instruction for each class.
HSENG30 English Skills Lab
1471
1472
Arranged
Arranged
6/15–7/24
6/15–7/24
Senigaglia, A
Packard, C
CLC130
CLC130
Accreditation: The Adult High School is fully accredited by the Schools Commission of the
Western Association of Schools and Colleges.
CONTINUING EDUCATION
Western Association of Schools and Colleges
Accrediting Commission for Schools
533 Airport Blvd., Suite 200
Burlingame, CA 94010
Phone: 650.696.1060
ADULT BASIC EDUCATION
NCABE90 Adult Basic Education: Reading
1480
MTW
8:30–11:15 a.m.
6/15–7/22
Fox, B
NCABE92 GED Preparation
CLC117
This course is designed to prepare students to pass the General Education Development (GED) examination. Students may enroll by calling 760.795.8710 to make an appointment with a counselor then register
for the course. Instruction for this course is provided in the Computer Learning Lab. Students will develop
their individual schedule of attendance to meet the requirements for completion of the class.
1481
Arranged
6/15–7/23
Alix, G
CLC130
Hoopes, M
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Adult High
School Diploma Program
English as a Second Language
Program
CLASS #
DAYS
TIME
DATES
INSTRUCTOR
LOCATION/ROOM
ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE PROGRAM
The goal of this program is to aid speakers of other languages gain fluency in English. Students learn English
which helps them function effectively in family, community, work and academic settings. Conversation is
emphasized at the beginning levels, but reading, writing and the structure of the language are introduced
as students gain proficiency. Bilingual instructional aides are available at all sites.
Registration Information
Students interested in morning, afternoon, or evening ESL classes may register on the following dates
and times listed below at the Community Learning Center, 1831 Mission Avenue, Oceanside, CA 92058.
There is limited space available in noncredit ESL classes. You may want to arrive well before the registration time to get in line. Students are registered on a first-come, first-served basis.
REGISTR ATION DATES
June 1
June 2
TIME
8 a.m., 12 p.m., 5 p.m. 8 a.m., 12 p.m., 5 p.m.
INTENSIVE ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE CLASSES
Summer Session (June 15 – August 6)
NCESL21 English as a Second Language, Level 2
1460
MTWTh 6–9:10 p.m.
6/15–8/06
NCESL22 English as a Second Language, Level 3
1450
1451
MTWTh 8:30–11:40 a.m.
MTWTh 6–9:10 p.m.
6/15–8/06
6/15–8/06
NCESL31 English as a Second Language, Level 4
1452
1453
MTWTh 8:30–11:40 a.m.
MTWTh 6–9:10 p.m.
6/15–8/06
6/15–8/06
NCESL32 English as a Second Language, Level 5
1454
1455
MTWTh 8:30–11:40 a.m.
MTWTh 6–9:10 p.m.
6/15–8/06
6/15–8/06
NCESL40 English as a Second Language, Level 6
1456
MTWTh 8:30–11:40 a.m.
6/15–8/06
Fatseas, E
CLC102
Webster, A
Gonzalez, J
CLC102
CLC115
MacLean, C
Cantu, J
CLC105
CLC105
Ramirez, C
Bell, D
CLC106
CLC106
Morgan, L
CLC111
NCESL45 English as a Second Language, Level 7
NCESL20 Conversation Skills for Beginning Students
1460
MW
12–3:10 p.m.
6/15–8/05
NCESL30 Conversation Skills for Intermediate Students
1461
TTh
12–3:10 p.m.
6/16–8/06
Hanley, D
CLC112
Hanley, D
CLC113
ENGLISH CLASS IN THE COMMUNITY LEARNING LAB (CLC130)
NCESL50 English as a Second Language, Learning Lab
Learn English in the Community Learning Lab. We have several ESL software programs to help
you learn and improve your English – for all language levels. You may enroll in this class Monday–
Wednesday from 8:30 a.m.–12 noon and Monday–Thursday from 6–8:30 p.m. You may study any time
the Community Learning Lab is open.
1463
Arranged
6/15–7/23
Almendariz, A
CLC130
Clarke, E
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CONTINUING EDUCATION
Introduces and reviews reading and writing skills needed to enter credit ESL courses.
1457
MTWTh 8:30–11:40 a.m.
6/15–8/06
Farouq, Z
CLC104
1458
MTWTh 8:30–11:40 a.m.
6/15–8/06
Staff
CLC112
1459
MTW
6–9:10 p.m.
6/15–8/06
Reyes, K
CLC104
Note: Class 1459 is a hybrid course. Students will be in a classroom part of the time and will complete
the other part of the class online.
Adult High
School Diploma Program
English as a Second Language
Program
CLASS #
DAYS
TIME
DATES
INSTRUCTOR
LOCATION/ROOM
CITIZENSHIP
NCESL65 Citizenship
Citizenship instruction is offered only in the Community Learning Lab. This is an open entry course
which allows you to have a flexible schedule and personalized instruction. You will do best in this
course if you can read and write some English. You may enroll in this class Monday – Thursday
from 8:30 a.m. – 12 noon and Monday – Thursday from 6 – 8:30 p.m. You may study any time the
Community Learning Lab is open.
1464
Arranged
6/15–7/23
Almendariz, A
CLC130
Zimmerman, D
Learning Is For Everyone
LIFE is a lifelong learning program for seniors featuring interesting, informative
and topical presentations by MiraCosta faculty and staff, guest speakers and LIFE
members. Membership is open to all who love to learn! LIFE meets every Friday at
1 p.m. in Room 1068 in Building 1000 on MiraCosta College’s Oceanside Campus.
CONTINUING EDUCATION
For more information call 760.757.2121, x6792
Quarterly schedules are available online at miracosta.edu/life.
Visitors are welcome.
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COLLEGE
FOR KIDS
COLLEGE FOR KIDS
& YOUTH ACADEMY
Classes with fewer than 20 students are subject to cancellation.
SUMMER
2015
SUMMER 2015
It’s never too early to succeed!
For students ages 6–17
Registration Information:
In order to ensure the overall quality and integrity of the program, College for Kids has a
limited number of enrollment spaces and all registrations are processed in order of receipt.
Extended Child Care:
We are offering the following extended child care options for students:
7:30–9 a.m.: $15 per week
4–5:30 p.m.: $15 per week
7:30–9 a.m. & 4–5:30 p.m.: $25 per week
How to Register:
Online. Go to miracosta.edu/community to register online. NOTE: If you are enrolling
multiple children into College for Kids, you qualify for the Multiple Child Discount of 10%. You
will need to call 760.795.6820 to register.
Phone. Call MiraCosta College Community Services at 760.795.6820.
In Person. Visit the Community Education and Workforce Development Office,
2075 Las Palmas Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92011.
• Payment must accompany registration. No exceptions!
•
Payment may be made by check, money order, credit card, or cash
(if you register in person). We accept Visa, MasterCard, and Discover.
Cancellation Policy:
•
Withdrawal from a College For Kids class must be done at least seven days prior to
the start of the class.
•
Tuition payment will be refunded, less a $25 processing fee, if withdrawal is done
seven or more days prior to the start of the class.
•
There are NO refunds once the class has started.
•
$10 transfer fee is applied for any class transfer at least 7 days prior to camp session
and if space is available
Additional Information:
•
For students who are enrolled in a morning and afternoon class, there will be a onehour monitored lunch break.
•
Parents must complete and submit the College for Kids waiver prior to the
first day of class. Students will not be allowed to stay on campus if the waiver
is not provided ahead of time. Please email completed waiver to
college4kids@miracosta.edu.
Check our website, miracosta.edu/college4kids for updates.
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SCHEDULE
COLLEGE FOR KIDS—SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE
JUNE 29–JULY 2
SAN ELIJO CAMPUS
AM
JULY 20–24
EL CAMINO HIGH, OCEANSIDE
AM
Fun with Food: Gourmet Art
& Science Projects........................ 6–8 years
I ♥ Art ............................................8–11 years
App Attack...................................8–11 years
Build it “Green”
with LEGO® Architecture.............9–12 years
Hogwarts School of Wizardry....10–13 years
You Be the Chemist!.................. 12–14 years
More Than A Princess................... 6–8 years
Young Jedi Academy.................. 6–8 years
Candies, Cupcakes
& Cake Pops.................................8–11 years
Minecraft Designers....................8–11 years
Comics, Cartooning
& Animation.................................9–12 years
PORPOISE Robotics....................13–16 years
PM
PM
Grossology.................................... 6–8 years
LEGO® Video Games...................8–11 years
Video Game Design
with “SCRATCH”..........................10–13 years
Drawn 2 Art................................ 12–15 years
Ace of Cakes............................. 13–16 years
Rock & Roll School........................ 6–8 years
Video Game Animation..............8–11 years
Ninja Academy............................9–12 years
Robotics:
LEGO® Mindstorm EV3...............10–13 years
Ace of Cakes..............................13–16 years
JULY 6–10
SAN ELIJO CAMPUS
JULY 27–31
EL CAMINO HIGH, OCEANSIDE
AM
Jr. Vet Tech Zoologist.................... 6–8 years
Minecraft Designers....................8–11 years
Survivor Camp...........................10–13 years
Robotics:
LEGO® Mindstorm EV3...............10–13 years
Study Skills.................................. 11–14 years
Make & Play Your Own Ukulele.13–16 years
PM
What Manners Most: Etiquette for
Young Ladies & Gentlemen......... 6–8 years
Comics, Cartooning
& Animation.................................9–12 years
Top Chef.......................................9–12 years
Vet Tech........................................9–12 years
3D Computer Game
Development with “Alice”.........13–16 years
Sewing Techniques for Teens...13–16 years
AM
Abracadabra!..............................7–10 years
I ♥ Art.............................................8–11 years
Top Chef.......................................9–12 years
Build It “Green”
with LEGO® Architecture.............9–12 years
Video Game Design
with “Scratch”............................10–13 years
PSAT Prep....................................13–15 years
3D Graphics & Animation......... 14–17 years
PM
Fun with Food: Gourmet Art
& Science Projects........................ 6–8 years
Minecraft Modders....................... 8–11years
Hogwarts School of Wizardry....10–13 years
Made with Code........................ 11–14 years
Drawn 2 Art................................. 12–15 years
Master Chef................................13–16 years
Art of the Graphic Novel........... 14–17 years
JULY 13–17
EL CAMINO HIGH, OCEANSIDE
AM
Jr. Vet Tech Zoologist.................... 6–8 years
App Attack...................................8–11 years
Keyboarding—
Common Core Prep....................9–12 years
Survivor Camp...........................10–13 years
Cosmetology.............................. 12–15 years
PM
Grossology.................................... 6–8 years
LEGO® Video Games...................8–11 years
Vet Tech........................................9–12 years
Study Skills.................................. 11–14 years
Business of Babysitting..............13–16 years
3D Computer Game
Development with “Alice”.........13–16 years
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June 29–July 2, 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
Fun with Food: Gourmet Art
& Science Projects
6–8 years
Ice cream in a bag, instant slushy, edible slime,
animal apples and more. It is time to concoct
some tasty food potions and treats. Use your
imagination to create beautiful, edible snacks
with a scientific twist. From sour to sweet,
your taste buds will explode while you stretch
your artistic skills and learn all about magic
from the kitchen.
Fee: $100 • Materials Fee: $20
I ♥ Art
8–11 years
Creativity abounds in this class designed to
nurture young artists. From drawing and
cartooning, to painting and sculpture, students
will have a chance to improve their artistic
skills and have fun! We will also learn how to
take basic household items and make them into
beautiful pieces of art. Find your inner Picasso
in this fun and creative class.
Fee: $85 • Materials Fee: $20
App Attack
June 29–July 2, 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
construction for a sustainable future. At the
end the week, join your classmates in building
an entire LEGO® city and sharing what you
have learned with parents and friends!
Fee: $100 • Materials Fee: $20
Hogwarts School of Wizardry
10–13 years
Dear Student,
We are pleased to inform you that you
have been accepted to Hogwarts School of
Wizardry. Please review the following program
of study in preparation for your arrival by the
Hogwarts Express.
•House selection: Gryffindor, Hufflepuff,
Ravenclaw or Slytherin
•The creation of your Wand and Charms
and Potions
•Transfiguration and Defense Against the
Dark Arts
•Calligraphy, Herbology, and Arithmancy
•History of Magic and Muggle Studies
•Care and Creation of Magical Creatures
Term begins on 6/29. We await your owl by no
later than 6/22.
Fee: $125 • Materials Fee: $25
8–11 years
Take the first steps into the world of mobile
app design and customize your own game app!
Using a specialized game development tool,
students will explore the world of phone-based
and tablet applications. Student-created apps
will be accessible on a private site and can be
played on any mobile device or computer. No
prior experience is necessary and students do
not need to own a smart phone or tablet to take
the class. Offered in partnership with Black
Rocket Productions.
Fee: $150
Build It “Green” with
LEGO® Architecture
9–12 years
Become an inspired architect of the future
using LEGO® Architecture sets and “Green
Energy” kits. Build homes and offices and
learn how to change it to “go green” using
solar or wind power. Using LEGO® bricks,
students will have the chance to build several
different landmark buildings while discovering
structural concepts, including stability within
bridges and towers, forces on structures,
and strength of materials. Students will also
learn about designing and building structures
from various materials, such as corrugated
plastic sheets, studded string, and wooden
sticks. Explore the most current trends in
You Be the Chemist!
12–14 years YOUTH ACADEMY
In this fun-filled class you will have handson learning and explore science concepts
that connect to your everyday life. You will
learn to calculate density, demonstrate the
process of precipitation, initiate chemical
reactions, remove particles of iron, show the
effects of attractive forces and air pressure,
and create “goofy” substances by using typical
household goods and food items such as eggs,
marshmallows, trash bags, straws, baking soda,
raisins, breakfast cereals, food dyes, salt and so
much more!! You will have fun, get messy and
explore using the scientific method to logically
answer life’s many questions.
Fee: $100 • Materials Fee: $20
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June 29–July 2, 1–4 p.m.
June 29–July 2, 1–4 p.m.
Grossology
Drawn 2 Art
6–8 years
12–15 years YOUTH ACADEMY
Featuring facts about stuff that’s slimy, mushy,
oozy, scaly, stinky, and smelly! Grossology is
the outrageous alternative to a really boring
health class, introducing the science behind
the body’s most disgusting features, from burps
and boogers to scabs and earwax. Students will
perform many scientific experiments to explore
the vast complexities of the human body and
its systems. “Snot” for the weak of heart or
stomach!
Fee: $100 • Materials Fee: $20
To get the most out of your creativity and
imagination, you need to learn the techniques
and tricks that will make your drawings
and paintings even more fantastic! Explore
composition, color and perspective using
different media, then let your creativity take
over! We will do 3D-perspective drawing,
abstract painting and cartooning. Learn the
techniques and express yourself!
FEE: $85 • Materials Fee: $20
LEGO® Video Games
8–11 years
Combine your two favorite activities: LEGOs®
and video games! Students will create their
own LEGO® universe, characters, and
adventures in an interactive 2-D video game.
Everyone is welcome in this one-of-a-kind
class. At the end of the program, every student
will have a finished LEGO® video game
that can be shared with friends and family
through the password-protected Black Rocket
website. Games are only compatible with PC
computers; Mac versions can be created after
the program for a $15 conversion fee.
(Contact us at: help@blackrocket.com)
Students will work in pairs or teams for most
of the program. Offered in partnership with
Black Rocket Productions.
Fee: $150
Ace of Cakes
13–16 years YOUTH ACADEMY
Are you the next Cake Boss? Learn how to
decorate like the pros in MiraCosta College’s
celebrated Cake Decorating Program designed
especially for teens. Learn beginning frosting
techniques, borders, drop flowers, designing,
rolling, and working with fondant. Best of
all—taste your amazing works of art! In one
short week, you will get a crash course in all
you need to know to start creating beautiful
cakes! Students will need to bring unfrosted
cakes to class throughout the week.
FEE: $105 • Materials Fee: $25
Video Game Design
with “Scratch”
10–13 years
Design and modify your own exciting arcadestyle video games that will impress your
family and friends! You’ll learn how to control
characters, objects and outcomes in your game,
then increase the difficulty level and add
more features. Graphics design and graphics
animation topics also will be covered. Learn
how to design your own version of popular
video games. The Scratch program is a free
online download, so students can play and
improve, or create more video games at home!
Students should bring an empty 2 GB
flash drive.
Fee: $95
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July 6–10, 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
Jr. Vet Tech Zoologis
6–8 years
MiraCosta College’s highly acclaimed
Veterinary Technician Program is for those
who love animals and want to learn all about
the world of veterinary medicine! In this junior
version of Vet Tech, you will discover what it
takes to become a veterinarian, learn how to
use the tools of the trade using live animals,
and increase your own pet’s well being. This
is a hands-on class with real world practices.
Please DO NOT sign up your child for this
class if he/she has any animal allergies.
Fee: $125 • Materials Fee: $25
Minecraft Designers
8–11 years
If you love the game Minecraft, but always
wanted to design characters and buildings
for your game, this class is for you! Learn the
basics of creating 3D modeling using a new
industry grade software to design your very
own characters and import them into your
favorite Minecraft games. Creativity, problem
solving and collaboration in teams are just a
few STEM skills that you will be applying.
Students must have Minecraft at home to
import characters and a parent email address is
required to create student accounts. Designer
curriculum is compatible with any desktop (and
laptop) version of Minecraft software for PC or
Mac computer. It is not compatible with Xbox
360 and mobile tablets/phones. Offered in
partnership with Black Rocket Productions.
Fee: $165
Survivor Camp—Wilderness
& Safety Awareness 10–13 years
Who will survive? YOU will after taking
survivor camp! Learn how to work with knots
and ropes, build natural shelters, purify water,
create fire, find food in the wild, and master
a variety of wilderness skills. Wilderness
skills help people survive in the outdoors and
weather in the aftermath of natural disasters.
You’ll learn how to reduce your risk of getting
lost and how to react effectively with lifesaving
actions if you have a backcountry emergency.
Students will also be introduced to essential
clothing and equipment.
Fee: $110 • Materials Fee: $25
July 6–10, 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
Robotics:
LEGO® Mindstorm EV3
10–13 years
Unleash your creative brilliance and learn
valuable technical, problem-solving and
workplace skills while having loads of fun in
this robotics class. Robots are surprisingly
easy to build and program, but they can be
enhanced to do very complex functions! The
teams in the class will compete with each
other in several robotic competitions—races,
obstacle courses, dancing—to name a few.
Robots come with advanced sensors to detect
distances, touch, light and positions. Create
and command robots that do what you want
with LEGO® Mindstorm EV3! Combining the
versatility of the LEGO® building system with
the most advanced technology ever developed,
unleash the creative powers of EV3 set to create
and command robots that walk, talk, think
and do anything you can imagine. No previous
robotics or programming experience necessary.
Students should bring an empty 2 GB
flash drive.
Fee: $150
Study Skills
11–14 years YOUTH ACADEMY
Help your student keep his or her academic
edge over the summer and gain a few new
tools for a successful school year. Taught by
one of our most popular SAT instructors,
students will learn general study-skill
techniques, how to develop textbook
comprehension (no matter the subject),
test-taking strategies, how to overcome test
anxiety, general writing strategies, retention
techniques and applications to specific
curricula. Fun activities are incorporated
to keep students motivated throughout the
weeklong course.
Fee: $110 • Materials Fee: $5
Make & Play Your Own Ukulele
13–16 years YOUTH ACADEMY
Say “aloha” to your next project! Make your
very own “Hawaiian guitar” with this fun and
easy class where you will put together your
own ukulele. Once you’ve put your four-string
guitar together you can customize it with paint,
wood stain or other decorations. When your
project is complete, you will learn the basics of
playing the ukulele and also learn to play a few
Hawaiian songs to amaze your family
and friends.
Fee: $110 • Materials Fee: $40
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COLLEGE FOR KIDS—SAN ELIJO CAMPUS
July 6–10, 1–4 p.m.
What Manners Most
(Etiquette for Young Ladies
& Gentlemen)
6–8 years
Highly acclaimed lifestyle and etiquette expert
Elaine Swann, will turn your little rascal
into a well-behaved little darling! Elaine’s
class is designed to empower children to
develop strong social skills that will transform
them into tomorrow’s leaders. Her message
encourages youth to support one another,
discover new possibilities within themselves
and take control of their destiny by making
good choices. Students will learn proper
table manners, manners at home and out and
about, honesty, getting along with others, and
compassion through role-playing exercises and
fun lesson plans!
July 6–10, 1–4 p.m.
Top Chef
9–12 years
Put on your chef ’s hat and get ready to mix,
slice, chop, cook, and bake in this fun and
extensive cooking class. We will explore
new ways to add some flavor to your dishes
using fresh herbs and spices. With hands-on
experience, students will learn how to use
various kitchen appliances, make the tastiest of
foods and learn how to serve nutritious meals.
Fee: $110 • Materials Fee: $25
Fee: $110 • Materials Fee: $20
Comics, Cartooning
& Animation
9–12 years
Create, draw and develop your own original
cartoon characters, super heroes and more!
This exciting class will teach the fundamentals
of cartooning, including the language of comics
and storytelling, through various techniques
and exercises in the media of comic books,
comic strips and animation. Learn how to story
board and the basics of traditional animation
and stop motion.
Fee: $110 • Materials Fee: $15
Vet Tech
9–12 years
MiraCosta College’s highly acclaimed
Veterinary Technician Program is for those
who love animals and want to learn all about
the world of veterinary medicine! In this class,
you will discover what it takes to become a
veterinarian, learn the tools of the trade using
live animals, and by doing so, increase your
own pet’s well being. This is a hands-on class
with real world practices. Please DO NOT
sign up your child for this class if he/she has
any animal allergies.
Fee: $125 • Materials Fee: $25
3D Computer Game
Development with “Alice”
13–16 years YOUTH ACADEMY
Creat cool, interactive 3D stories and games.
You will learn to use objects, functions,
methods and variables. These skills will send
you on your way to develop for the iOS (iPhone
and iPad) and many other computer platforms.
This course uses a free game design program
so you can play and improve your video game
at home! Students should bring an empty 2 GB
flash drive.
Fee: $110
Sewing Techniques for Teens
13–16 years YOUTH ACADEMY
Are you interested in fashion and trends? Do
you enjoy sewing clothes or making alterations
to turn an existing garment into something
trendy? Whether this is the first time you
pick up a needle and thread, or you’re already
familiar with a sewing machine, this class is
for you! This course will start you on your way
as a fashionista, from learning about patterns,
picking fabric and creating unique designs with
detail and trim to make your one-of-a-kind
product. We have a limited number of sewing
machines, so if you are able to bring one, we
would appreciate it.
Fee: $120 • Materials Fee: $20
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EL CAMINO HIGH, OCEANSIDE—COLLEGE FOR KIDS
July 13–17, 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
Jr. Vet Tech Zoologist
6–8 years
MiraCosta College’s highly acclaimed
Veterinary Technician Program is for those
who love animals and want to learn all about
the world of veterinary medicine! In this junior
version of Vet Tech, you will discover what it
takes to become a veterinarian, learn how to
use the tools of the trade using live animals,
and increase your own pet’s well being. This
is a hands-on class with real world practices.
Please DO NOT sign up your child for this
class if he/she has any animal allergies.
Fee: $125 • Materials Fee: $25
App Attack
8–11 years
Take the first steps into the world of mobile
app design and customize your own game app!
Using a specialized game development tool,
students will explore the world of phone-based
and tablet applications. Student-created apps
will be accessible on a private site and can be
played on any mobile device or computer. No
prior experience is necessary and students do
not need to own a smart phone or tablet to take
the class. Offered in partnership with Black
Rocket Productions.
Fee: $165
July 13–17, 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
Survivor Camp—Wilderness
& Safety Awareness
10–13 years
Who will survive? YOU will after taking
survivor camp! Learn how to work with knots
and ropes, build natural shelters, purify water,
create fire, find food in the wild, and master
a variety of wilderness skills. Wilderness
skills help people survive in the outdoors and
weather in the aftermath of natural disasters.
You’ll learn how to reduce your risk of getting
lost and how to react effectively with lifesaving
actions if you have a backcountry emergency.
Students will also be introduced to essential
clothing and equipment.
Fee: $110 • Materials Fee: $25
Cosmetology
12–15 years
YOUTH ACADEMY
This class is designed to build self-confidence and
teach teens how to properly care for their skin and
nails. Homemade facial techniques will be taught
using familiar foods found right in their own
kitchens. Learn how to properly apply makeup with
diagrams and directions indicating the colors that
are best for their skin tones. They will also learn to
style and care for their hair with a variety
of options.
Fee: $120 • Materials Fee: $25
Keyboarding—
Common Core Prep
9–12 years
Increase your typing speed playing typing
games and taking typing tests to see your
progress. This course prepares students for the
requirements of the Common Core standards.
Beginning 2015 students must be able to
type both multiple paragraphs and practical
paragraphs as part of the Common Core
implementation. This practical but fun course
will get your student moving into the future
with an invaluable skill that will make him/her
more successful in everything they do.
Fee: $100 • Materials Fee: $5
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July 13–17, 1–4 p.m.
July 13–17, 1–4 p.m.
Grossology
Study Skills
6–8 years
11–14 years
Featuring facts about stuff that’s slimy, mushy,
oozy, scaly, stinky, and smelly! Grossology is
the outrageous alternative to a really boring
health class, introducing the science behind
the body’s most disgusting features, from burps
and boogers to scabs and earwax. Students will
perform many scientific experiments to explore
the vast complexities of the human body and
its systems. “Snot” for the weak of heart or
stomach!
Fee: $110 • Materials Fee: $20
Help your student keep his or her academic
edge over the summer and gain a few new tools
for a successful school year. Taught by one of
our most popular SAT instructors, students
will learn general study-skill techniques,
how to develop textbook comprehension (no
matter the subject), test-taking strategies,
how to overcome test anxiety, general
writing strategies, retention techniques and
applications to specific curricula. Fun activities
are incorporated to keep students motivated
throughout the weeklong course.
LEGO® Video Games
8–11 years
Combine your two favorite activities: LEGOs®
and video games! Students will create their
own LEGO® universe, characters, and
adventures in an interactive 2-D video game.
Everyone is welcome in this one-of-a-kind
class. At the end of the program, every student
will have a finished LEGO® video game
that can be shared with friends and family
through the password-protected Black Rocket
website. Games are only compatible with PC
computers; Mac versions can be created after
the program for a $15 conversion fee.
(Contact us at: help@blackrocket.com)
Students will work in pairs or teams for most
of the program. Offered in partnership with
Black Rocket Productions.
Fee: $165
Vet Tech
9–12 years
MiraCosta College’s highly acclaimed
Veterinary Technician Program is for those
who love animals and want to learn all about
the world of veterinary medicine! In this class,
you will discover what it takes to become a
veterinarian, learn the tools of the trade using
live animals, and by doing so, increase your
own pet’s well being. This is a hands-on class
with real world practices. Please DO NOT
sign up your child for this class if he/she has
any animal allergies.
Fee: $125 • Materials Fee: $25
YOUTH ACADEMY
Fee: $110 • Materials Fee: $5
Business of Babysitting
13–16 years YOUTH ACADEMY
Want to earn money doing something you love?
Caring for children can be one of the most
rewarding careers. This informative camp will
teach you all of the ins and outs of babysitting.
Learn:
•The roles and responsibilities of being a great
babysitter
•How to prevent injuries and what to do in case of
emergencies
•How to prevent problem behavior
•How to set up your own babysitting business
In addition, you will get CPR and first-aid
certification. Hands-on teaching and roleplaying will be used throughout the week.
A certificate will be issued after successful
completion of the week.
Fee: $95 • Certification Fee: $50
3D Computer Game
Development with “Alice”
13–16 years YOUTH ACADEMY
Learn computer-development skills while
creating cool, interactive 3D stories and
games. You will learn to use objects, functions,
methods and variables. These skills will send
you on your way to develop for the iOS (iPhone
and iPad) and many other computer platforms.
This course uses a free game-design program
so you can play and improve your video game at
home! Students should bring an empty 2 GB
flash drive.
Fee: $110
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EL CAMINO HIGH, OCEANSIDE—COLLEGE FOR KIDS
July 20–24, 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
July 20–24, 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
More Than A Princess
Minecraft Designers
6–8 years
8–11 years
Calling all fairytale-loving kids!! Do you have
what it takes to be a real princess? It all starts
with important life lessons from the heart as
we learn about love, patience, kindness, being
yourself and learning to love your unique
qualities and becoming compassionate toward
others. Create frozen snow cones with Elsa,
sea shell gadgets with Ariel, sugar castles with
Belle, edible leaves with Pocahontas, lily-pad
hats with Tiana, and many other fun-filled
activities.
Fee: $110 • Materials Fee: $20
Young Jedi Academy
6–8 years
The brilliant “Star Wars” fanfare stirs your
spirit as you learn how to use The Force—and
your wit—to wield your light saber. Behold
how the Jedi Master hones his battle skills,
for you never know when you will have to
defend yourself against the Dark Side! Learn
proper light-saber techniques as well as the
performance skills necessary to get into
character. Based on a mash-up of fencing,
martial arts and the world of “Star Wars,”
participants learn self-confidence, mutual
respect, and get a great workout, but they also
get the fun of a live-action, roleplaying game.
Fee: $110 • Materials Fee: $20
If you love the game Minecraft, but always
wanted to design characters and buildings
for your game, this class is for you! Learn the
basics of creating 3D modeling using new
industry-grade software to design your very
own characters and import them into your
favorite Minecraft games. Creativity, problem
solving and collaboration in teams are just a
few STEM skills that you will be applying.
Students must have Minecraft at home to
import characters and a parent email address is
required to create student accounts. Designer
curriculum is compatible with any desktop (and
laptop) version of Minecraft software for a PC
or Mac computer. It is not compatible with
Xbox 360 and mobile tablets/phones. Offered
in partnership with Black Rocket Productions.
Fee: $165
Comics, Cartooning
& Animation
9–12 years
This exciting class will teach the fundamentals
of cartooning including the language of comics
and storytelling through various techniques
and exercises in the media of comic books,
comic strips and animation. Learn how to story
board, and the basics of traditional animation
and stop motion. You will learn how to create,
draw and develop your own original cartoon
characters, super heroes and more!
Fee: $110 • Materials Fee: $15
PORPOISE Robotics
13–16 years
Candies, Cupcakes
& Cake Pops
8–11 years
In this fun class, students will learn how
to make and decorate a variety of candies,
cupcakes and cake pops. Learn how to make
your own frosting, decorate like a pro, and
take home delicious edible works of art.
Students will be required to bring 12 prebaked, unfrosted cupcakes on the first day
of class—July 20—made from boxed cake
mix or homemade.
Fee: $110 • Materials Fee: $20
YOUTH ACADEMY
Precision Oceanographic Robotics Program
On and In the Sea Environment (PORPOISE
Robotics) is geared to enlighten, empower
and excite students by having fun with robots
while learning the underlying math and
science. We invite you down the Yellow Brick
Road to Oz, where you are all wizards using
microcontrollers, sensors and actuators to help
solve the great challenges that face humanity
in the 21st century! You will navigate your
creations on table tops, scurry around the room,
and occasionally crash into each other! Skills
learned include robotic design, implementation
of electrical circuits, multimeters, the Arduino
microprocessor, and the C++ coding skills to
make your robots come to life.
Offered in Partnership with PORPOISE
Robotics, San Diego, CA.
Fee: $140 • Materials Fee: $25
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COLLEGE FOR KIDS—EL CAMINO HIGH, OCEANSIDE
July 20–24, 1–4 p.m.
Rock & Roll School
6–8 years
Shake, rattle & roll into our Rock & Roll
School camp! Kids will create and name their
own band, receive hands-on learning with
guitar, bass, drums, vocals and keyboards
scaled to smaller hands and vocal instruction
designed specifically for this age group.
Students will also experience playing as a team
in their bands, practice ear training, and learn
about song structure. Above all, students will
develop a love of music through inspiration
and fun!
Fee: $110 • Materials Fee: $20
Video Game Animation
8–11 years
Take your design to the next level by creating
and animating your own character sprites,
objects, and backgrounds. Start with a name,
develop the character’s personality, signature
moves, special powers, and a story line. Finish
with a fully animated character to be used
in future games. Students do not need any
prior experience in game design, animation,
or sketching. Student-created animations
will be available on the password-protected
Black Rocket website to share with family and
friends. Games are only compatible with PC
computers; Mac versions can be created after
the program for a $15 conversion fee. (Contact
us at help@blackrocket.com) Students will
work in teams for most of the program. Offered
in partnership with Black Rocket Productions.
Fee: $165
Ninja Academy 9–12 years
Get out of the house and into the shadows!
The Way of the Hidden Shadow is a fun and
unique camp dedicated to teaching the ancient
and secret ways of the ninja. Ninjas-in-training
will learn how to use a special ninja weapon,
learn ninja skills, and create their own ninjathemed crafts. They will also develop both
physical and mental martial arts and life skills
including conflict diffusion, stealth, and body
conditioning.
Fee: $110 • Materials Fee: $20
July 20–24, 1–4 p.m.
Robotics:
LEGO® Mindstorm EV3
10–13 years
Unleash your creative brilliance and learn
valuable technical, problem-solving and
workplace skills while having loads of fun in
this robotics class. Robots are surprisingly
easy to build and program, but they can be
enhanced to do very complex functions! The
teams in the class will compete with each
other in several robotic competitions—races,
obstacle courses, dancing—to name a few.
Robots come with advanced sensors to detect
distances, touch, light and positions. Create
and command robots to do what you want with
LEGO® Mindstorm EV3! Combining the
versatility of the LEGO® building system with
the most advanced technology ever developed,
unleash the creative powers of EV3 set to create
and command robots that walk, talk, think
and do anything you can imagine. No previous
robotics or programming experience necessary.
Students should bring an empty 2 GB flash
drive with their name on it.
Fee: $150
Ace of Cakes
13–16 years YOUTH ACADEMY
Are you the next Cake Boss? Learn how to
decorate like the pros in MiraCosta College’s
celebrated Cake Decorating Program designed
especially for teens. Learn beginning frosting
techniques, borders, drop flowers, designing,
rolling, and working with fondant. Best of
all—taste your amazing works of art! In one
short week, you will get a crash course in all
you need to know to start creating beautiful
cakes! Students will need to bring unfrosted
cakes to class throughout the week.
Fee: $110 • Materials Fee: $25
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EL CAMINO HIGH, OCEANSIDE—COLLEGE FOR KIDS
July 27–31, 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
Abracadabra! 7–10 years
Hocus pocus! Learn magic tricks, develop
self-esteem, acquire new skills and enhance
your personality, all while learning the basics
of stage presence in this hands-on magic class.
Learn rope tricks, coin tricks, card tricks and
more! You will learn real magic tricks daily to
amaze your friends and family!
Fee: $110 • Materials Fee: $20
I ♥ Art 8–11 years
Creativity abounds in this class designed to
nurture young artists. From drawing and
cartooning, to painting and sculpture, students
will have a chance to improve their artistic
skills and have fun! We will also learn how to
take basic household items and make them into
beautiful pieces of art. Find your inner Picasso
in this fun and creative class.
Fee: $100 • Materials Fee: $20
Top Chef
9–12 years
Put on your chef ’s hat and get ready to mix,
slice, chop, cook, and bake in this fun and
extensive cooking class. We will explore
new ways to add some flavor to your dishes
using fresh herbs and spices. With hands-on
experience, students will learn how to use
various kitchen appliances, make the tastiest of
foods and learn how to serve nutritious meals.
Fee: $110 • Materials Fee: $20
July 27–31, 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
Video Game Design
with “Scratch”
10–13 years
Design and modify your own exciting arcadestyle video games that will impress your
family and friends! You’ll learn how to control
characters, objects and outcomes in your game,
then increase the difficulty level and add
more features. Graphics design and graphics
animation topics also will be covered. Learn
how to design your own version of popular
video games. The Scratch program is a free
online download, so students can play and
improve, or create more video games at home!
Students should bring an empty 2 GB
flash drive.
Fee: $110
PSAT Prep (8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. daily)
13–15 years
YOUTH ACADEMY
As college entrance requirements become
more and more difficult, it is important to
be as prepared as possible for the SAT exam.
The PSAT is a great tool to diagnose areas
that need improvement and gain familiarity
with this essential test. In this course, we will
explain the nature and format of the exam
and teach the skills needed to master it. This
course will provide you with proven testtaking strategies, content understanding, and
improved confidence necessary to do your best.
Students will need to purchase and bring the
following book to class:
Barron’s PSAT 17th ed. (ISBN 1438003544).
Fee: $179
Build It “Green”
with LEGO® Architecture
3D Graphics & Animation
9–12 years
This course will introduce you to 3D Studio
Max, a popular and powerful software
application used for 3D modeling in movies
and video games. You will learn creative
approaches to making your own 3D objects
while developing a working knowledge of
the principles of computer movement and
animation. Making 3D models takes time,
patience, and careful guidance. You will be
taught step-by-step how to create, modify, and
animate 3D models. Students learn how to use
viewports and other tools, work with basic 3D
shapes, use the Cartesian coordinate system,
and do Boolean operations and extrusions.
In addition, students learn to add color and
texture to their models and end with animation
skills to complete this exciting experience in
3D modeling.
Become an inspired architect of the future
using LEGO® Architecture sets and “Green
Energy” kits. Build homes and offices and
learn how to change it to “go green” using
solar or wind power. Using LEGO® bricks,
students will have the chance to build several
different landmark buildings while discovering
structural concepts including stability within
bridges and towers, forces on structures, and
strength of materials. Students will also learn
about designing and building structures from
various materials, such as corrugated plastic
sheets, studded string, and wooden sticks.
Explore the most current trends in construction
for a sustainable future. At the end the week,
join your classmates in building an entire
LEGO® city and sharing what you have learned
with parents and friends!
Fee: $110 • Materials Fee: $20
14–17 years YOUTH ACADEMY
Fee: $110 • Materials Fee: $10
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July 27–31, 1–4 p.m.
July 27–31, 1–4 p.m.
Fun with Food: Gourmet Art
& Science Projects
Made With Code
6–8 years
Calling all future coders, programmers and
designers! Learn the basics of coding languages
like HTML, JavaScript, and CSS through a
series of web projects and design challenges
each day. You will be well on your way to
becoming the next tech star! Whether you
want to be the next Mark Zuckerberg or the
high school student who just made his first
million dollars, this course has the essentials
you need to begin your journey. Projects will be
available on the Black Rocket website to share
with friends and family. Students will work in
pairs or teams for most of the program. Offered
in partnership with Black Rocket Productions.
Ice cream in a bag, instant slushy, edible slime,
animal apples and more. It is time to concoct
some tasty food potions and treats. Use your
imagination to create beautiful, edible snacks
with a scientific twist. From sour to sweet,
your taste buds will explode while you stretch
your artistic skills and learn all about the magic
from the kitchen.
Fee: $110 • Materials Fee: $20
Minecraft Modders
8–11 years
Use your favorite game to learn the basics of
modding and foundations of programming.
Learn scripting and logic statements as you
create your first mod! Introductory coding
will also be taught through a simulated
environment inspired by Minecraft. Student
projects will be available on the Black Rocket
website to share with friends and family. To
access their project at home, students must own
a PC/Mac version of Minecraft. Tablet, phone
and game console versions of Minecraft are not
compatible. Mac versions can be created after
the program for an additional $15 conversion
fee. (Contact us at help@blackrocket.com)
Students will work in teams for most of the
program. Offered in partnership with Black
Rocket Productions.
Fee: $165
Hogwarts School of Wizardry
10–13 years
We are pleased to inform you that you
have been accepted to Hogwarts School of
Wizardry. Please review the following program
of study in preparation for your arrival by the
Hogwarts Express.
•House selection: Gryffindor, Hufflepuff,
Ravenclaw or Slytherin
•The creation of your Wand, Charms
& Potions
•Transfiguration and Defense Against the
Dark Arts
•Calligraphy, Herbology, and Arithmancy
•History of Magic and Muggle Studies
•Care and Creation of Magical Creatures
Term begins on 7/27. We await your owl no
later than 7/20.
Fee: $130 • Materials Fee: $25
11–14 years
YOUTH ACADEMY
Fee: $165
Drawn 2 Art
12–15 years
YOUTH ACADEMY
To get the most out of your creativity and
imagination, you need to learn the techniques
and tricks that will make your drawings
and paintings even more fantastic! Explore
composition, color and perspective using
different media and then let your creativity
take over! We will do 3D-perspective drawing,
abstract painting and cartooning. Learn the
techniques and express yourself!
Fee: $100 • Materials Fee: $20
Master Chef
13–16 years
Do you love cooking? This class will take you
on a culinary adventure beyond the basics of
simply following a recipe. As a master chef,
you will explore delicious and diverse recipes,
and learn how to alter a recipe to create just
the right mix for your palate. Experiment with
spices and flavors, and learn about the region
and history of certain dishes. Bon appetit!!
Fee: $110 • Materials Fee: $25
Art of the Graphic Novel 14–17 years
Discover and learn the elements of a successful
comic book and graphic novel narration.
This course focuses on producing comics and
encouraging beginning cartoonists. Whether
your desire is to create and draw short stories,
novel-length stories, newspaper comics, superhero comics or manga, this class will help
you accomplish just that. Explore a variety of
techniques, such as penciling, inking, shading,
perspective, character design, anatomy and
effective story structure.
Fee: $110 • Materials Fee: $20
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YOUTH ACADEMY
You Be the Chemist
12–14 years
June 29–July 2
SAN ELIJO CAMPUS
9 a.m.–12 p.m.
In this fun filled-class you will have handson learning and explore science concepts
that connect to your everyday lives. You will
learn to calculate density, demonstrate the
process of precipitation, initiate chemical
reactions, remove particles of iron, show the
effects of attractive forces and air pressure
and create “goofy” substances by using typical
household goods and food items such as eggs,
marshmallows, trash bags, straws, baking soda,
raisins, breakfast cereals, food dyes, salt and so
much more!! You will have fun, get messy, and
explore using the scientific method to logically
answer life’s many questions.
Fee: $110 • Materials Fee: $20
Drawn 2 Art
12–15 years June 29–July 2
SAN ELIJO CAMPUS
1–4 p.m.
To get the most out of your creativity and
imagination, you need to learn the techniques
and tricks that will make your drawings
and paintings even more fantastic! Explore
composition, color and perspective using
different media and then let your creativity take
over! We will do 3D-perspective drawing,
abstract painting and cartooning. Learn the
techniques and express yourself!
Fee: $85 • Materials Fee: $20
Ace of Cakes
13–16 years June 29–July 2
SAN ELIJO CAMPUS
1–4 p.m.
Are you the next Cake Boss? Learn how to
decorate like the pros in MiraCosta College’s
celebrated Cake Decorating Program designed
especially for teens. Learn beginning frosting
techniques, borders, drop flowers, designing,
rolling, and working with fondant. Best of all—
taste your amazing works of art! In one short
week, you will get a crash course in all you
need to know to start creating beautiful cakes!
Students will need to bring unfrosted cakes to
class throughout the week.
Fee: $105 • Materials Fee: $25
Study Skills
11–14 years
July 6–10
SAN ELIJO CAMPUS
9 a.m.–12 p.m.
Help your student keep his or her academic
edge over the summer and gain a few new tools
for a successful school year. Taught by one of
our most popular SAT instructors, students
will learn general study-skill techniques,
how to develop textbook comprehension (no
matter the subject), test-taking strategies,
how to overcome test anxiety, general
writing strategies, retention techniques and
applications to specific curricula. Fun activities
are incorporated to keep students motivated
throughout the weeklong course.
Fee: $110 • Materials Fees: $5
Make & Play Your Own Ukulele
13–16 years
July 6–10
SAN ELIJO CAMPUS
9 a.m.–12 p.m.
Say “aloha” to your next project! Make your
very own “Hawaiian guitar” with this fun and
easy class where you will put together your
own ukulele. Once you’ve put your four-string
guitar together you can customize it with paint,
wood stain or other decorations. Once your
project is complete, you will learn the basics
of playing the ukulele and also learn to play a
few Hawaiian songs to amaze your family
and friends.
Fee: $110 • Materials Fee: $40
3D Computer Game
Development with “Alice”
13–16 years
July 6–10
SAN ELIJO CAMPUS
1–4 p.m.
Learn computer-development skills while
creating cool, interactive
3D stories and games. You will learn to use
objects, functions, methods and variables.
These skills will send you on your way to
develop for the iOS (iPhone and iPad) and
many other computer platforms. This course
uses a free game-design program so you can
play and improve your video game at home.
Students should bring an empty 2 GB
flash drive.
Fee: $110
Sewing Techniques
for Teens
13–16 years
July 6–10
SAN ELIJO CAMPUS
1–4 p.m.
Are you interested in fashion and trends? Do
you enjoy sewing clothes or making alterations
to turn an existing garment into something
trendy? Whether this is the first time you
pick up a needle and thread, or you’re already
familiar with a sewing machine, this class is
for you! We have a limited number of sewing
machines, so if you are able to bring one, we
would appreciate it.
Fee: $120 • Materials Fee: $20
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Cosmetology 12–15 years
July 13–17
EL CAMINO HIGH
SCHOOL, OCEANSIDE
9 a.m.–12 p.m.
This class is designed to build self-confidence
and teach teens how to properly care for their
skin and nails. Homemade facial techniques
will be taught using familiar foods found right
in their own kitchens. Learn how to properly
apply makeup with diagrams and directions
indicating the colors that are best for their skin
tones. They will also learn to style and care for
their hair with an inventory of diverse options.
Fee: $120 • Materials Fee: $25
Study Skills 11–14 years
EL CAMINO HIGH
SCHOOL—OCEANSIDE
July 13–17
1–4 p.m.
Help your student keep their academic edge
over the summer and gain a few new tools
for a successful school year. Taught by one of
our most popular SAT instructors, students
will learn general study-skill techniques,
how to develop textbook comprehension (no
matter the subject), test-taking strategies,
how to overcome test anxiety, general
writing strategies, retention techniques and
applications to specific curricula. Fun activities
are incorporated to keep students motivated
throughout the weeklong course.
Fee: $110 • Materials Fee: $5
Business of Babysitting
13–16 years
EL CAMINO HIGH
SCHOOL—OCEANSIDE
July 13–17
1–4 p.m.
Want to earn money doing something you
love? Caring for children can be one of the
more rewarding careers. This informative
camp will teach you all of the ins and outs of
babysitting. Learn:
•The roles and responsibilities of being
a great babysitter
•How to prevent injuries and what to
do in case of emergencies
•How to prevent problem behavior
•How to set up your own babysitting
business
In addition, you will get CPR and first-aid
certification. Hands-on teaching and roleplaying will be used throughout the week.
A certificate will be issued after successful
completion of the course!
Fee: $95 • Certification Fees: $50
3D Computer Game
Development with “Alice”
13–16 years
EL CAMINO HIGH
SCHOOL—OCEANSIDE
July 13–17
1–4 p.m.
Learn computer development skills while
creating cool, interactive 3D stories and
games. You will learn to use objects, functions,
methods and variables. These skills will send
you on your way to develop for iOS (iPhone
and iPad) and many other computer platforms.
This course uses a free game design program
so you can play and improve your video game
at home! Students should bring an empty 2 GB
flash drive.
Fee: $110
PORPOISE Robotics
13–16 years
EL CAMINO HIGH
SCHOOL—OCEANSIDE
July 20–24
9 a.m.–12 p.m.
Precision Oceanographic Robotics Program
On and In the Sea Environment (PORPOISE)
is geared to enlighten, empower and excite
students by having fun with robots while
learning the underlying sciences. We invite you
down the Yellow Brick Road to Oz, where you
are all wizards using microcontrollers, sensors
and actuators to help solve the great challenges
that face humanity in the 21st century. You
will navigate your creations on table tops,
scurry around the room, and occasionally crash
into each other! Skills learned include robotic
design, implementation of electrical circuits,
soldering, the Arduino microprocessor, and the
C++ coding skills to make your robots come
to life. Offered in Partnership with Kevin
Bowen’s PORPOISE Robotics, San Diego.
Fee: $140 • Materials Fee: $25
Ace of Cakes
13–16 years
EL CAMINO HIGH
SCHOOL—OCEANSIDE
July 20–24
1–4 p.m.
Are you the next Cake Boss? Learn how to
decorate like the pros in MiraCosta College’s
celebrated Cake Decorating Program designed
especially for teens. Learn beginning frosting
techniques, borders, drop flowers, designing,
rolling, and working with fondant. Best of
all—taste your amazing works of art! In one
short week, you will get a crash course in all
you need to know to start creating beautiful
cakes! Students will need to bring unfrosted
cakes to class throughout the week!
Fee: $110 • Materials Fee: $25
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YOUTH ACADEMY
YOUTH ACADEMY
PSAT Prep (8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. daily)
Drawn 2 Art 13–15 years
EL CAMINO HIGH
SCHOOL—OCEANSIDE
July 27–31
8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
12–15 years
EL CAMINO HIGH
SCHOOL—OCEANSIDE
July 27–31
1–4 p.m.
As college entrance requirements become
more and more difficult, it is important to
be as prepared as possible for the SAT exam.
The PSAT is a great tool to diagnose areas
that need improvement and gain familiarity
with this essential test. In this course, we will
explain the nature and format of the exam
and teach the skills needed to master it. This
course will provide you with proven testtaking strategies, content understanding, and
improved confidence necessary to do your best.
Students will need to purchase and bring the
following book to class:
Barron’s PSAT 17th ed. (ISBN 1438003544)
Fee: $179
To get the most out of your creativity and
imagination, you need to learn the techniques
and tricks that will make your drawings
and paintings even more fantastic! Explore
composition, color and perspective using
different media and then let your creativity
take over. We will do 3D-perspective drawing,
abstract painting and cartooning. Learn the
techniques and express yourself.
Fee: $100 • Materials Fee: $20
3D Graphics & Animation 14–17 years
EL CAMINO HIGH
SCHOOL—OCEANSIDE
July 27–31
9 a.m.–12 p.m.
This course will introduce you to 3D Studio
Max, a popular and powerful software
application used for 3D modeling in movies
and video games. You will learn creative
approaches to making your own 3D objects
while developing a working knowledge
of the principles of computer movement
and animation. Students learn how to use
viewports and other tools, work with basic 3D
shapes, use the Cartesian coordinate system
and do Boolean operations and extrusions in
this exciting experience in 3D modeling.
Fee: $110 • Materials Fee: $10
Made with Code
11–14 years
EL CAMINO HIGH
SCHOOL—OCEANSIDE
July 27–31
1–4 p.m.
Calling all future coders, programmers
and designers! Learn the basics of coding
languages like HTML, JavaScript, and CSS
through a series of web projects and design
challenges each day. You will be well on your
way to becoming the next tech star! Whether
you want to be the next Mark Zuckerberg or
the high school student who just made his first
million dollars, this course has the essentials
you need to begin your journey. Projects will
be available on the Black Rocket website to
share with friends and family. Students
will work in pairs or teams for most of the
program. Offered in partnership with Black
Rocket Productions.
Fee: $165
Master Chef 13–16 years
EL CAMINO HIGH
SCHOOL—OCEANSIDE
July 27–31
1–4 p.m.
Do you love cooking? This class will take you
on a culinary adventure beyond the basics of
simply following a recipe! As a master chef,
you will explore delicious and diverse recipes,
learning how to alter a recipe to create just the
right mix for your palate. Experiment with
spices and flavors, and learn about the region
and history of certain dishes. Bon Appétit!
Fee: $110 • Materials Fee: $25
Art of the Graphic Novel 14–17 years
EL CAMINO HIGH
SCHOOL—OCEANSIDE
July 27–31
1–4 p.m.
Discover and learn the elements of a successful
comic book and graphic novel narration.
This course focuses on producing comics and
encouraging beginning cartoonists. Whether
your desire is to create and draw short stories,
novel-length stories, newspaper comics, superhero comics or manga, this class will help
you accomplish just that. Explore a variety of
techniques such as penciling, inking, shading,
perspective, character design, anatomy and
effective story structure.
Fee: $110 • Materials Fee: $20
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Summer Institute
12–14 years
San Elijo Campus, Room 1002
July 6–10, 1–4 p.m.
Oceanside Campus, Biotech, Room 4050
July 20–24, 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
July 27–31, 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
Through a combination of interactive hands-on laboratory activities and stimulating
discussions, participants will learn about—and utilize—the technology that helped
define the biotechnology industry.
Biotechnology is an innovative and expanding field devoted to improving human
health through the research, development, testing, manufacturing, and marketing of
products related to the biomedical and agricultural industries. The Institute will also
feature guest speakers from local biotechnology companies.
This class will be taught by a MiraCosta biotech professor and students will use the
college biotech lab. This immersive environment makes for an unmatched educational
experience.
Fee: $60
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3333 Manchester Avenue, Cardiff, CA 92007
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Community Learning Center
1831 Mission Avenue, Oceanside, CA 92058
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General Information
Equal Opportunity Policy/Disability
Accommodation. MiraCosta College is
committed to providing equal education
and employment opportunities to all persons
regardless of, but not limited to, race, color,
religion, national origin, gender, marital or
parental status, disability, age, sexual orientation
or status as a Vietnam-era veteran.
Limited English-speaking students who are
otherwise eligible will not be excluded from any
vocational education program.
Students or community members with
verified disabilities are entitled to appropriate
accommodation. In compliance with Section
504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1974, MiraCosta
College has designated Connie Wilbur, DSPS
Director, as its Section 504 coordinator. A variety
of alternative formats and services are readily
available; others may require additional time to
provide. Prospective and enrolled students who
need disability accommodations should contact
Disabled Students Programs and Services at
760.795.6658.
The campus ADA (Americans with Disabilities
Act) coordinator is Joe Mazza. Members of the
public who seek accommodations for other than
instructional or student services activities should
contact Joe Mazza at 760.795.6866.
If you need information about the grievance
procedure to resolve complaints of discrimination,
including sexual harassment, contact Sheri Wright,
the college Title IX coordinator, at the Oceanside
Campus Human Resources Office, 760.795.6865.
Igualdad de oportunidades/servicios y
ayuda para personas discapacitadas.
El Colegio de MiraCosta se compromete a
proporcionar igualdad de oportunidades en la
educación y en el empleo a todas las personas
sin establecer límites en cuanto a raza, religión,
país de origen, sexo, estado civil o familiar,
capacidad física, edad, orientación sexual, o
situacíon como veterano de la guerra de Vietnam.
Los estudiantes que tienen derecho a entrar a un
programa de educación vocacional no pueden
ser excluidos debido a limitaciones en su inglés.
Dando cumplimiento con a la Ley de
Rehabilitación de 1974, el Colegio MiraCosta
ha nombrado a Connie Wilbur, como su
coordinadora de la Sección 504 de dicha ley.
Está disponible una variedad de adaptaciones
alternativas; otras adaptaciones pueden
requerir tiempo adicional para que puedan
ser proporcionadas. Para obtener mayor
información específica, comuníquese a la
Oficina de Programas y Servicios para Estudiantes
Incapacitados al 760.795.6658.
Miembros de la comunidad con incapacidades
comprobadas que desean asistencia al
asistir a actividades ademas de clases, tienen
derecho a las adaptaciones correspondientes.
Communiquese con el coordinador de ADA, Joe
Mazza al 760.795.6866.
Si necesita información respecto a los
procedimientos para la resolución de quejas
relacionadas con asuntos de discriminación,
incluyendo el acoso sexual, comuníquese con
la Oficina de Recursos Humanos del campus de
Oceanside, al teléfono 760.795­.6865.
Open Class Policy. It is the policy of MiraCosta
College that, unless specifically exempted by
statute, every course section or class shall be
fully open to enrollment and participation by any
person who has been admitted to the college and
who meets such requisites as may be established.
Limited English-speaking students who are
otherwise eligible will not be excluded from any
vocational education program.
Los estudiantes que están calificados para entrar
en el programa de educación vocacional no
pueden ser excluidos debido a su inglés limitado.
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy.
The MiraCosta Community College District is
committed to the principles of equal employment
opportunity and will implement a comprehensive
program to put those principles into practice
on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status,
color, disability, economic status, ethnic group
identification, gender, gender identity, gender
expression, genetic information, marital status,
medical condition, national origin, parental status,
physical or mental disability, pregnancy, race or
ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation or veteran
status, or because he or she is perceived to have
one or more of the foregoing characteristics, or
based on association with a person or group
with one or more of these actual or perceived
characteristics. In addition to the aforementioned
legally protected characteristics, the District also
has an interest in nondiscrimination based on
additional factors such as accent, citizenship
status, economic status and ethnic group
identification even though students or employees
could not make a legal claim of discrimination
based on these factors. The district will strive to
achieve a workforce that is welcoming to men,
women, persons with disabilities, and individuals
from all ethnic and other groups to ensure the
district provides an inclusive educational and
employment environment. Such an environment
fosters cooperation, acceptance, democracy and
free expression of ideas. An Equal Employment
Opportunity Plan will be maintained to ensure the
implementation of equal employment opportunity
principles that conform to federal and state laws.
Family Educational Rights & Privacy Act of
1974 (FERPA). All student records of MiraCosta
College are kept in accordance with the
provisions
of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act.
A student may request access to those campus
records that personally identify the student; the
student may challenge the accuracy of the
record or the appropriateness of its retention in
the college records. Regardless of age, student
consent is needed for the release of records
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covered by the act to outside parties except
for those agencies entitled to access under
the provisions of the act (e.g., college officials;
other schools; federal, educational and auditing
officers; and requestors in connection with the
application or receipt of financial aid). These
provisions apply to records received and used
after November 19, 1974.
Amendments to the act permit the college to
release what is called “directory information,”
provided that the student or former student
has not specifically asked the college to refrain
from releasing such information. Check with
the Admissions and Records Office for specific
directory information and notification of student
rights.
If you wish directory information not to be released
without your prior written consent, please indicate
on the college application or send a signed
request to the Admissions and Records Office,
MS 10A, MiraCosta College, 1 Barnard Drive,
Oceanside, CA 92056.
Student Right-to-Know Rates. In compliance
not grant consent to use the form online, it will
be mailed to your current address by the end
of January. Information will also be reported to
the IRS. If you did not provide your correct Social
Security number to the Admissions and Records
Office, complete a change of information form to
ensure accurate reporting to the IRS. Please check
with your tax preparer to determine if you are
eligible to take advantage of this credit and the
amount you may deduct.
Alcohol, Drugs & Tobacco. The district
shall be free from all illegal drugs and from
the unlawful possession, use or distribution of
controlled substances and alcoholic beverages.
Any employee, student, student worker or
volunteer who violates this policy will be subject
to disciplinary action (consistent with local, state,
or federal law), which may include referral to an
appropriate rehabilitation program, suspension,
demotion, expulsion or dismissal. MiraCosta
College is tobacco-free. No smoking or use of
tobacco products is permitted at any college site,
except inside parked vehicles.
with the Student-Right-to-Know and Campus
Security Act of 1990 (Public Law 101-542), it is
the policy of the MiraCosta Community College
District to make available its completion and
transfer rates to all current and prospective
students. Beginning in fall 2009, a cohort of
all certificate-, degree-, and transfer-seeking
first-time, full-time students was tracked over a
three-year period. Their completion and transfer
rates are listed below. These rates do not represent
the success rates of the entire student population
at MiraCosta College, nor do they account for
student outcomes occurring after this three-year
tracking period.
Based upon the cohort defined above, 27.70
percent attained a certificate or degree or
became “transfer prepared” during a three-year
period, from fall 2009 to spring 2012. Students
who are “transfer prepared” have completed 60
transferable units with a GPA of 2.0 or better.
Based on the cohort defined above, 16.65 percent
transferred to another postsecondary institution
(UC, CSU, or another California community
college) prior to attaining a degree, certificate,
or becoming “transfer-prepared” during a fivesemester period, from spring 2010 to spring 2012.
Selective Service—Important Notice for
Male Students. Federal law requires men 18
through 25 years of age to be registered with the
Selective Service System (SSS). The law applies
to male citizens and immigrant aliens but not to
foreign students who hold valid student visas. Men
must be registered before they can receive federal
or state financial aid for school, including loans
and grants. Registration forms are available at any
U.S. Post Office or online at www.sss.gov.
Federal Tax Credit. In accordance with federal
tax credit legislation, MiraCosta College will
post the 1098T form online in SURF at Payment &
Account Information/view 1098T. If you do
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Index
Community Education & Worforce Development
Arts
Drawing............................................................. 9
Mosaics.............................................................. 8
Oil Painting........................................................ 9
Photography..................................................... 10
Sewing................................................................ 8
Stained Glass...................................................... 8
Watercolor Painting........................................... 9
Business & Career
Home-Based Business......................................11
Loan Signing................................................... 12
Notary.............................................................. 12
Real Estate........................................................11
Sales..................................................................11
Certificate Programs
Certified AT/FP Specialist............................... 14
Electromechanical Technician.......................... 20
Electronic Technician....................................... 20
Engineering Technician....................................16
Executive Protection........................................ 14
Facility Technician............................................16
High-Risk First Responder...............................15
High-Threat Protection.....................................15
Logic Controller.............................................. 20
Machinist Technology.......................................17
Medical Billing................................................. 20
Medical Front Office........................................ 20
Online Courses..................................... 19, 20, 21
Personal Care Assistant.....................................18
Phlebotomy.......................................................18
Pharmacy Technician........................................19
Robotics........................................................... 20
Solar PV............................................................17
Children & Teens
Natural A’s.........................................................23
Summer Reading Development........................23
College for Kids............................................. 55
Contract Training.......................................... 13
Computers
Microsoft Excel.................................................27
Microsoft Office Suite.......................................27
Photoshop.........................................................26
QuickBooks......................................................26
Selling Your Stuff Online..................................26
Web Design......................................................26
Driver Education
Adult Driver Training.......................................25
Behind-The-Wheel...........................................25
Classroom.........................................................25
Online Driver Education..................................25
English Language Institute............................ 38
Enrichment
Cooking............................................................36
Couples & Money.............................................35
Divorce Workshops...........................................33
Fencing..............................................................29
First Aid & CPR............................................. 32
Food & Wine..............................................35, 36
Golf...................................................................28
Guitar................................................................36
Handyman........................................................31
Harmonica........................................................37
Horseback Riding.............................................28
Makeup Artistry................................................31
Medicare Basics................................................ 34
Mommy & Me Ballet.......................................29
Retirement Planning........................................ 34
Sight Reading Orchestra...................................37
Singing..............................................................36
Social Security.................................................. 34
Spanish............................................................. 30
Tap Dance.........................................................29
Tennis................................................................28
Ukulele..............................................................37
Wine Tasting.....................................................35
What Were You Born to Do?............................31
Writing............................................................. 30
Excursions
Big Bear Lake Escape...................................... 40
British Landscapes............................................43
Cambria & Hearst Castle By Rail.....................41
Catalina Island..................................................39
“Christmas” in San Francisco..............................41
Discover Poland............................................... 42
Holyland Exhibition, Monastery......................39
Laguna Beach Pageant of the Masters............. 40
Shades of Ireland.............................................. 42
Spain’s Classics..................................................43
Information Sessions..................................... 13
Motorcyclist Training.................................... 24
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Work Skills Programs—Train quickly for a NEW career!
Two training sites to choose from:
Landes Recreation
Center
LANDES
RECREATION
CENTER
The Landes Recreation Center is home to our
Facility Technician and our Introduction to Solar PV
Installation programs. This training site is a perfect
working lab for these two hands-on programs.
With a large workroom containing machines
and tools, students will be cutting, building, and
installing. In addition, students will be able to
practice troubleshooting and repair. Both the
Facility Technician and the Introduction to Solar PV
Installation courses train for green jobs. With the
experience learned in our programs combined with
the support of our Work Skills Navigator and our
industry connections, students are provided solid
opportunities for employment.
Technology Career Institute
TECHNOLOGY
CAREER INSTITUTE
The Technology Career Institute was newly opened this spring. In this 22,000 squarefoot facility, MiraCosta Community Education & Workforce Development and the North
San Diego Small Business Development Center have joined forces to create a central
hub for training. This training site has three dedicated rooms for the Manufacturing
Machinist program, allowing us to add new equipment and expand the curriculum
and training opportunities.
We are launching our Engineering Technician program that has two dedicated rooms
for integrated training in electronics, electricity, mechanics, hydraulics, pneumatics,
automation and robotics.
We have also moved our homeland
security series to this facility. This
allows us to maximize student training
and build further skill sets. We have
additional classrooms for future
work skills programs, incumbent
worker training, and the occasional
enrichment class or children’s program.
Additionally, our training site has a
kitchen, student center, and gym for
our students who are attending classes
all day or are coming from out of town.
Additional Class Locations
ADDITIONAL
CLASS LOCATIONS
We are still holding classes at the Oceanside Campus
and San Elijo Campus in Cardiff.
Please check the location information listed
within each course description.
See page 55 !
for details
Classes meet Mon–Fri,
9 a.m.–12 p.m. or 1–4 p.m.
AT MIRACOSTA COLLEGE
El Camino High School
Week 3: 7/13–7/17
Week 4: 7/20–7/24
Week 5: 7/27–7/31
LEGO® Architecture
Hogwarts
Young Jedi Academy
Ace of Cakes
Minecraft Modders
Master Chef
Business of Babysitting
Jr. Vet Tech Zoologist
PORPOISE Robotics
Video Game Design
...and so much more!
FUN CLASSES WITH
AMAZING TEACHERS!
NOTE: Due to major classroom
renovations at MiraCosta College’s
Oceanside campus, we have
moved the July 13–31 sessions to
El Camino High School.
San Elijo Campus
Week 1: 6/29–7/2
Week 2: 7/6–7/10
JUNE 29—JULY 31
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