upcoming classes - Western Nebraska Community College

AUGUST 2016
BUSINESS & COMMUNITY EDUCATION
UPCOMING CLASSES
Classes At A Glance
Alliance Area
Scottsbluff/Gering Area
Adult Education
Bob Ross Painting
2016 Scotts Bluff Valley Fiber Arts Fair
Adult Drawing
Adult Education
Advanced Sign Language
Beginner Sign Language
Beginning Crochet
Be Happy, Live Longer
Bob Ross Painting
Construction Contractors Tax
CPR/First Aid
Drawing For Youth (After School)
English Language Acquisition
Facebook and Beyond for Business
Intermediate Facebook for Business
Intermediate Sign Language
Intro to Facebook for Business
Intro to Paper Quilling and Tea Bag Folding
Intro to Windows 10
Bridgeport Area
English Language Acquisition
Chadron Area
Adult Education
Basic Nursing Assistant
GED Testing
Kimball Area
Adult Education
Sidney Area
Adult Education
Intro to Word
Pickleball Clinic
QuickBooks™
Skype™
Smartphone Photography
True Colors Personality Assessment
ZUMBA®
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Class Descriptions
Chadron Area
308.763.2002
Alliance Area
308.763.2002
Adult Education
(Gordon, NE)
See page 7 for more information.
Adult Education &
GED Testing
See page 7 for more information.
Bob Ross Painting
See page 2 for August painting.
September 16
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., $60 per class
Alliance Knight Museum Gallery
Bob Ross believed that everyone who
wanted to paint, could paint like a
natural with the right tools and a little
encouragement. Come and experience
the joy and confidence of painting a
beautiful landscape using the Ross weton-wet technique. Students must bring a
roll of paper towels to this class.
Basic nursing assistant
August 22 – September 2, 2016 (M-F)
8:00 a.m. − 4:00 p.m.
$520.21 (Includes cost of book)
CSC Burkhiser Building, Room 200,
Chadron NE
This course is designed to instruct students
in becoming Basic Nursing Assistants. The
course provides essential knowledge and
skills to provide basic care and skills to
residents/clients of health care facilities:
including such topics as residents’ rights,
communication, safety, observation, reporting, and assisting residents/clients
in maintaining basic comfort and safety.
It is designed to meet the training requirements of the federal and Nebraska
state law for nursing assistants working in
licensed facilities.
Bridgeport Area
308.254.7407
English Language Acquisition
See page 7 for more information.
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Pre-registration is required on all Business & Community
Education Classes. Call 308.635.6700 or register online at
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Sidney Area
308.254.7407
Adult Education
(Sidney, NE)
See page 7 for more information.
Kimball Area
308.254.7430
Adult Education
(Kimball, NE)
CPR/First Aid
August 3, September 7, or October 5
1:00 – 4:00 p.m., $45
Harms Center
This class offers instruction on the
basic information in cardiopulmonary
resuscitation and first aid for first
responders and initiators to incidents.
Results in basic two-year certification for
the skills required to perform CPR and first
aid skills in the field.
See page 7 for more information. See
page 6 for more information.
intro to Ballet & Jazz
Ages 3 – 4
September 10 - November 19 (Sa)
(No class Sept 24 for Farmer’s Day)
9:00 – 9:45 a.m., $50
Kimball Ag Building
Your little ones begin learning the basics
of ballet and jazz, terminology, and theory
of movement. There is heavy emphasis
on proper posture and body alignment,
feet and arm positions, and a basic
understanding of love and dance!
Basic Ballet & Jazz
Ages 5 –7
September 10 - November 19 (Sa)
(No class Sept 24 for Farmer’s Day)
10:00 – 11:00 a.m., $50
Kimball Ag Building
The emphasis of this class is left/right
understanding, body coordination, basic
ballet and jazz movements, and fostering
a love of dance.
Scottsbluff/Gering
308.635.6700
Adult Education
English Language Acquisition
(Scottsbluff, NE)
See page 7 for more information.
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socialization for all. The game is great
for both novice and experienced sports
participants. Don’t miss this opportunity to
experience an excellent exercise activity,
meet new friends, and have fun!
Bob ross Painting
August 20, September 17, October 15,
November 19, or December 17
9:00 a.m. − 4:00 p.m., $60
Harms Center
Bob Ross believed that everyone who
wanted to paint, could paint like a
natural with the right tools and a little
encouragement. Come and experience
the joy and confidence of painting a
beautiful landscape using the Ross weton-wet technique. Students must bring a
roll of paper towels to this class.
August Bob Ross Painting
Pickleball Clinic
August 13
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
FREE with pre-registration!
Terry Carpenter Center
Pickleball is a racquet sport that combines
elements of badminton, tennis, and table
tennis. Two, three, or four players use
solid paddles made of wood or composite
materials to hit a perforated polymer
ball, similar to a wiffle ball, over a net.
The sport shares some features of other
racquet sports; the dimensions and layout
of a badminton court, a net, and rules
similar to tennis, with a few modifications.
Come join us for an introductory session
to the fastest growing game in the nation
for the 50+ age group. Get an excellent
workout while having a great time!
Pickleball provides exciting exercise and
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ZUMBA®
September 12 – November 3 (M-TH)
5:30 – 6:30 p.m., $35
Main Building Aerobics Room
Always wanted to try ZUMBA® but were
intimidated by the fast pace and expert
moves? Just getting started on your fitness
journey? Active senior looking for a unique
challenge? Then this is the class for you!
Intro to windows 10
September 12 − 26 (M, W)
6:00 − 9:00 p.m.
$112.50, plus book
(Gold Card: $17.50, plus book)
Harms Center
This course focuses on learning the
fundamentals of using the newest version
of Windows. If you recently received or
purchased a new computer, this course
is for you! Students learn how to use
Microsoft Windows 10, including stepby-step instructions on navigating the user
interface, working with Windows 10 apps,
managing files and folders, using security
tools, and managing devices. Students are
welcome to bring their own laptop.
Advanced Sign Language
pre-requisite: intermediate
Sign language
September 13 − October 11 (T)
6:00 − 9:00 p.m., $30
Harms Center
This course is a continuation of the lessons
in Intermediate Sign Language. This class
utilizes a practical approach to teaching
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intermediate level vocabulary, grammar,
and everyday applications of sign
language. We work with hand shapes,
appropriate facial expressions, nonmanual markers, classifiers, and common
phrases. There are topics related to deaf
culture as well as sign languages of other
countries. Other topics include directional
verbs, sign families, and noun-verb pairs.
Beginner Sign Language
September 15 ­− October 13 (TH)
6:00 − 9:00 p.m., $25
Harms Center
This course utilizes a practical approach to
teaching vocabulary, grammar, everyday
applications of sign language, and
aspects of Deaf Culture. We work toward
becoming familiar and comfortable with
grammatical features of American Sign
Language and body/facial expressions.
This interactive class is for beginners and
those who are looking to refresh their
expressive and receptive sign skills.
Adult drawing
September 19 − 21
9:30 – 11:30 a.m., $25
(Deadline to register is September 16.)
Harms Center
Learning to draw doesn’t need to be
frustrating. With the right instruction you
can improve your observation skills with
a few foolproof methods. This class trains
your brain to use the skills you already
have to tap into the right side of your
brain and improve your drawing. We do
basic pencil and paper drawing and move
on to charcoal drawing in sessions two
and three.
Drawing for youth
(After school)
September 19 − 21
Ages: 10 − 14
3:45 – 5:00 p.m., $25
Harms Center
Do you like to draw? Do you want to be
able to “see” things in a way that improve
your drawings? This short camp helps
beginning and experienced kids draw
better in a short amount of time. Learn
how to make your drawings reflect what
you are seeing by just a few tips and tricks
from the instructor. We will start with
paper and pencil drawing and then draw
with colored pencils or crayons on the
second and third day. Please bring colored
pencils or crayons.
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physical benefits include boosting the
immune center, counteracting the harmful
effects of stress, relaxing the muscles,
improving circulation, and providing
natural pain relief. Connect with your
three centers of laughter and change your
attitude in 45 seconds. Learn the six daily
practices to prevent hardening of the
attitudes to develop a more cheerful and
optimistic outlook on life. Come have fun
as you experience how to be happy, to
laugh and to change your attitude.
Intro to Facebook
for business
October 4 & 6
6:00 − 9:00 p.m., $30
Harms Center
This class is for Facebook beginners and
those who have not yet set up a Facebook
business account. Class time is used to
set up accounts. Learn how to create,
maintain, and update a Facebook page
for your business. Review how to leverage
social networking to tap into the social
circles of your customers. Participants
must have an email account and know
their password.
Be Happy, Live Longer
October 5
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., $10
Harms Center
Being happy, laughing, and having a
positive attitude will add years to your life.
The quest for true happiness is not really a
quest at all, but a decision and a choice.
Explore 10 simple ways to find happiness
and enrich your life. Do you realize that
you need to laugh at least 15 minutes
a day to help maintain good health?
Laughter not only helps us feel more alive
and empowered mentally, but it has many
physical benefits as well. Some of these
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Intro to word
October 10 − 24 (M, W)
6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
$112.50, plus book
Bring your imagination and device to
class. Instructor Bill Loring has 15 years of
experience as a professional photographer.
Facebook and Beyond
for business
October 18 & 20
6:00 − 9:00 p.m., $30
Harms Center
Learn about other social media mediums
and how to implement them into your
current Facebook business page. In
addition, we cover several other marketing
options and social media medium. Learn
about which social media channel best
serves your business and audience/
customers.
(Gold Card: $17.50, plus book)
Harms Center
This course is an entry-level word
processing course designed to introduce
students to Microsoft Word. Students
create a Word document, edit, proof,
and perform simple formatting of the text
and pages.
Intermediate Facebook
for Business
October 11 & 13
6:00 − 9:00 p.m., $30
Harms Center
Learn to create engagement with your
potential customers and expand your
reach. Learn how to use content and
advertising strategies on Facebook to
generate leads and increase your sales.
Smartphone photography
October 18
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., $15 or
November 8, 6:00 − 9:00 p.m., $15
Harms Center
Learn the basic rules of photography,
composition, and lighting on your iPhone,
iPad, Android, or other portable device.
Enhance your family, friends, event, and
Facebook photos. See and photograph
a new world through your smartphone.
Intro to paper quilling
and Tea Bag Folding
October 18 & 25
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., $20
Harms Center
Have you seen the personalized greeting
cards with quilled and tea bag folded
decorations? They are just beautiful! This
class teaches the art of paper filigree
quilling and tea bag folding which can
be used to decorate cards, gift tags, and
stationary or make pictures, decorations
and ornaments. Quilling is the art of
rolling strips of paper into coils or scrolls
to form decorative dimensional filigree.
Inexpensive paper, white or colored
printer paper, magazine pages, gift wrap,
old sheet music, etc. can be recycled and
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used to make your personalized gifts. No
quilling experience is required. Please
bring: scissors, ruler, and a container
to take home your delicate creations.
Everything else is provided.
Intermediate sign
language
October 18 − November 15 (T)
6:00 − 9:00 p.m., $30
Harms Center
This course utilizes a practical approach
to teaching intermediate sign language.
This class is a continuation of the Beginner
Sign Language. Students are encouraged
to have taken Beginner Sign Language or
have knowledge of basic signs. This course
not only deals with more vocabulary,
but also includes the use of non-manual
markers, facial expression, classifiers, and
the grammatical structure of American
Sign Language. We also work on receptive
sign skills and continue with the fluency of
finger-spelling.
China — A Land of
Contrasts
October 19, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., $10
Harms Center
• DID YOU KNOW that fireworks, the
compass, and umbrellas were invented
in China?
• DID YOU KNOW that the quote,
“Choose a job you love, and you will
never have to work a day in your life,”
comes from the Chinese philosopher
Confucius?
• DO YOU KNOW about the Great Wall,
Bejing, the Forbidden City, and Terracotta Warriors?
• DO YOU KNOW the story behind the
Zodiac Calendar?
• DID YOU KNOW that Avatar was filmed
in the Stone Forest in China?
In this session, explore well-known Chinese
landmarks, traditions, holidays, customs, and
schools. China is definitely an intersting land
of contrasts. Come and learn about this country
that is so significant in our world today.
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Women as Warriors
(Women’s self defense)
October 26, 6:00 − 9:00 p.m., $20
Harms Center
Women as Warriors is a comprehensive
mix of physical training and scholarly
learning. Not only will you learn handson physical techniques for threatening
situations , this class has the added bonus
of classroom work that analyzes FBI
personality profiles of common attackers,
how to develop a personalized safety plan,
and in-depth discussion about tactics
and strategies that make the physical
techniques most effective. Time is allotted
to discuss/explore your most pressing
questions on personal self-defense. Please
wear work-out clothes and shoes.
Skype™
November 1
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. or
November 15
6:00 – 9:00 p.m., $15
Harms Center
Videoconferencing is a fun and exciting
way to see and talk with friends and
loved ones. With the click of a mouse,
or the swipe of a finger on your laptop,
iPad, Kindle, smartphone or other mobile
device, you can connect with anyone
around the world instantly. Explore
Skype™ and learn how it can help bridge
the gap between you and your clientele,
family and friends. Bring your Skype™ or
Microsoft account (Messenger, Hotmail or
Outlook.com) information with you, and
your username and password, if you have
one. You can bring your own laptop or
mobile device.
True Colors Personality
Assesment
November 2
8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., $20
Harms Center
Have you ever wondered why you are
immediately drawn to certain people
and dislike others? Do the actions of
some people drive you crazy? Do you
sometimes have trouble understanding
your spouse, children or grandchildren?
It could be personality type. Come to this
class and find out if you are a gold, blue,
green, or orange. By exploring these four
personality types, you learn to recognize
your personal strengths and those of others,
understand and build rapport with others,
communicate with different people, and
accept those who are different from you.
It is a fun way to find out why your sock
drawer is organized or not; you like that
group hug or not; you answer questions
with a question or not; you like being the
center of attention or not. Come and learn
to see people in a new light.
Beginning excel
November 7 − 21(M, W)
6:00 − 9:00 p.m.
$112.50, plus book
(Gold Card: $17.50, plus book)
Harms Center
This course is an entry-level spreadsheet
course. Students learn to use simple
formulas, format a spreadsheet, create
a chart, and link worksheets together.
Application projects vary to meet the
needs of the class.
Beginning Crochet
November 8 & 15
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., $20
Harms Center
Learn the basic “language” of crochet,
a variety of stitches, and how to read
a pattern. You are introduced to the
abbreviations and symbols used for
crochet instructions, how to determine the
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2016 Scotts Bluff Valley Fiber Arts Fair
September 9 & 10 * 8:30 a.m. − 4:00 p.m.
nebraskafiberfair.com/classes
FRIDAY LOCATION: Harms Center
SATURDAY LOCATION: Scotts Bluff County Fairgrounds
For a complete list of classes, including time, instructor, class description,
class/materials fees, and class size visit nebraskafiberfair.com/classes.
Friday All-Day Classes
• Color and Weave Sampler Scarf
• Weaving as Easy as Wrap, Weave & Wear
• Traditional Rug Hooking
• Wagon Wheel Rugs
• The Art and Science of Crochet Spirals
• Scoreboard Cowl/Scarf
• Wet Felting 101
• Beginning Spinning on the Drop
Spindle
• Wool Dyeing in the Brown Sheep Lab­­­
• Double Knitting
Friday Morning Classes
8:30 − 11:30 a.m.
• Silk Paper — or is it Fabric?
• Fair Isle Knitting 101
• The Perfect Fit Crocheted Hat
• Toe-Up Socks on Magic Loop
• 3-D Needle Felting and Embellishing
• Wool Dyeing in the Brown Sheep Lab
• Wet Felting Woolen Bowls
• Get Twisted: Learn to Spin on a
Spinning Wheel
Saturday Morning Classes
9:00 a.m. − 12:00 p.m.
• Log Cabin Technique
• Spinning Novelty Yarn on a Wheel
• How to Select Color Palettes for
Knitting and other Fiber Arts
• Playing with Triangles Shawl
• Don't Throw Those T-Shirts Away!
(Kid-friendly class)
Friday Afternoon Classes
1:00 − 4:00 p.m.
• Continental Knitting for Throwers
• Delectable Cloth: Gelli Plate Printing
Fabric
• Bobbin Lace: The Adventure Begins
Saturday Afternoon Classes
1:00 − 2:00 p.m.
• Fair Isle Knitting 201 — Sweater
Construction
• Don't Let Your Hobby Hurt
• One-Hour Weaving Demonstration
appropriate yarn/fibers, best size of hook
to use for each fiber, and the importance of
correctly maintaining the suggested gauge.
Techniques learned include a basic granny
square, decorative granny square, gift
items, household accessories, and some
requests from class members. Cleaning,
blocking, and assembling crochet parts
are also discussed. Illustrated instructions
and handouts are provided at each
class. No previous crochet experience is
necessary. Please bring scissors and a G
and H crochet hooks.
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QuickBooks™ Basics
November 16 or December 14
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., $55
(Gold Card does not apply to this class)
Harms Center
Are you new to QuickBooks™? Would you
like to learn how to set up QuickBooks™
to make it more effective for you or your
business? Please join us for a full-day
class that focuses on the basics of setting
up your QuickBooks™ software. Feel
free to attend regardless of the version
of QuickBooks™ you currently use.
PLEASE NOTE: This class does not cover
taxes or payroll deduction
Construction
Contractors tax
December 7
1:00 − 4:00 p.m., $10
Harms Center
This course covers Nebraska sales and
use tax as it applies to construction contactors. You benefit from this course if you
perform construction services or handle
bookkeeping for contractors. If you ever
need to hire a contractor, this course
explains to customers what forms need
to completed, and how the invoice they
receive should look. The presentation
covers licensing requirements, contrator
registration, contractor otpions, exemptions, reporting, and taxable services.
There is plenty of time for questions and
answers. Students must print, and bring a
copy of the PowerPoint provided on the
Nebraska Department of Revenue website, revenue.nebraska.gov (click on “Taxpayer Education).
Sales & Use Tax
December 7
8:30 − 11:30 a.m., $10
Harms Center
This course covers the basics of Nebraska
sales and use tax. Sales tax affects
everyone! If you are a business owner or
considering starting your own business,
this information is a must for you, or
anyone who handles your bookkeeping.
This information not only benefits
professionals, but the general public can
learn how sales tax affects them every
day. The presentation covers all areas
of sales and use tax, including licensing
requirements, exemptions, reporting, and
taxable services. There is plenty of time
for questions and answers. Students must
print, and bring a copy of the PowerPoint
provided on the Nebraska Department of
Revenue website, revenue.nebraska.gov
(click on “Taxpayer Education).
ADULT EDUCATION
Locations & Hours of Operation
The Adult Education Program focuses on preparing students for a successful future. Preparing for life is more than just earning a diploma or
learning to speak English. The Adult Education program aims to provide the tools for greater academic, professional, and personal success.
All Adult Education students are enrolled in the new Success Class, where they explore career opportunities, identify their dream careers, create
a detailed path to follow as the journey forward. This class is designed to build a strong foundation of problem solving, analytical thinking and
organization skills, as well as teach strategies for producing greater academic success. After completing this course, students move into the
appropriate GED classes or English as a Second Language classes.
COMING SOON!
Adult Education Program at
WNCC Alliance Campus
KIMBALL HIGH SCHOOL
Call 308.635.6769 for more information.
Adult Education & GED Classes
English Language Acquisition
BRIDGEPORT HIGH SCHOOL
Call 308.635.6769 for more information.
Dawes County
GED Classes
WILLIAMS BUILDING
308.635.6768
(Year-round)
Cost: $20
M - TH * 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
M - TH * 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
M - TH * 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Adult Education
Orientation & Enrollment
M & W * 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Call 308.635.6770 for an appointment.
HEAD START
308.747.2017
M, T * 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
T - TH * 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Adult Education Evening
Orientation & Enrollment
Call 308.635.6770 for an appointment.
For registration information,
call 308.747.2017
GED Testing
CHADRON STATE COLLEGE
308.432.3393
Testing is once a month on various days. Please
call for the most up-to-date schedule.
Sheridan County
817 N. OAK STREET, GORDON
Near Gordon High School
308.635.6770
(Year-round)
Cost: $20
T * 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
W * 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Adult Education
Scotts Bluff County
Morrill County
Adult Education
Kimball County
Citizenship Classes
If you are interested in attending Citizenship
Classes, please call 308.635.6770. A
minimum of seven people must register in
order to hold the classes.
Scotts Bluff County
English Language Acquisition
GUADALUPE RECREATIONAL CENTER
308.635.6768
M - TH * 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
M, T, TH * 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
W * 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
NORTHFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
T, TH * 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
GED Testing
JOHN N. HARMS
ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY CENTER
308.635.6738
TH * 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
F * 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
**Classroom instruction hours are subject to change.
Cheyenne County
Adult Education
WNCC SIDNEY CAMPUS
308.254.7458
(Year-round)
Cost: $20
T - TH * 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.
NEBRASKA DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
CAREER CENTER (ONE STOP)
308.635.6770
(Year-round)
Cost: $20
M - TH * 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 308.635.6769 OR EMAIL ADULTEDUCATION@WNCC.EDU.
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Education that continues. Learn more.
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Want to share your interests and talents with others?
WE WANT YOU!
We’re looking for Community Education instructors to share their
interests in photography, arts and crafts, painting, plants and gardening,
fishing, traveling ... YOU NAME IT! For more information or to simply
discuss your ideas for a class, call Lori Stromberg at 308.635.6703 or email
stromber@wncc.edu to visit about these opportunities.
If you are at least 60 years of age, we invite you to join our Gold Card Club! Please request a “Gold Card” when you call to
register for a credit class. This card entitles you to FREE TUITION (up to six credit hours per semester) for WNCC credit
classes. Gold Card Members are still responsible for fees, materials, and books.
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