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Summer/Fall 2016
AVOIDING
Live, learn and connect at CCBC
Compliments of the COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF BALTIMORE COUNTY
COLLEGE
DEBT
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The incredible value of education.
www.ccbcmd.edu
CONTENTS
2 AVOIDING COLLEGE DEBT
Reduce the need for student loans
4 SENSORY-FRIENDLY THEATER
Performances tailored for
special-needs audiences
14MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID
Training for first responders
and the public
ET MOVING ON A
16GTRANSPORTATION
CAREER
Train for jobs in distribution
and logistics
ON THE COVER:
When Indiana Jones tried
replacing a golden idol with
a bag of sand in the movie
“Raiders of the Lost Ark,”
he didn’t exactly get what he
bargained for. The same holds
true for students who take
on burdensome debt in the
quest for a college degree.
EDITOR Bonnie Y. Stecker
CCBC Leadership
ART DIRECTOR Jodi Neal
DESIGN Michael Elspas
PHOTOGRAPHY Matt Spangler, Clark Vandergrift, Artemas Mott, Bill McAllen
CONTRIBUTORS Marcia Amaimo, Hope Davis, Mary De Luca, Jacquie Lucy, Karen Paris, Mary Pless, Diane Smith, Regina Smith
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The comments and opinions expressed within
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BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Stephen J. Nolan, Esq., Chair
Sheldon K. Caplis, Vice Chair
Gayle Johnson Adams
Walter S. Clary
Michael P. Ertel Sr.
Gerald Gietka
James G. Gresham, Ed.D.
Erness Abron Hill, Ph.D.
Richard J. Manski, D.D.S., Ph.D.
Wayne McDowell
Brian V. McFarland, Esq.
Gloria K. McJilton
Gloria E. Nelson
Mary Margaret O’Hare
Richard Yaffe
PRESIDENT
Dr. Sandra Kurtinitis
The Community College of Baltimore County is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education 3624 Market Street, 2nd Floor West, Philadelphia, PA 19104. Telephone: (267) 284-5000. The Middle States
Commission on Higher Education is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
CALENDAR of EVENTS
CAREER STARTERS
Explore your options at these orientation/open house sessions.
Construction or Technical Trades
Apartment Maintenance and Construction Training
First Friday of every month at 1 p.m.
CCBC Randallstown
Call 443-840-4700 for details and to reserve a seat.
CNC Machine Tool Short-Term Training
July 22 at 9 a.m.
CCBC Catonsville
Call 443-840-4712 for details and to reserve a seat.
Hospitality Careers and Casino Dealer Training
August 3 at 4-6 p.m.
CCBC Owings Mills, Room 502, 10300 Grand Central Avenue
Call 443-840-4700 for details and to register.
Health and Human Services program
Activities Professional
August 26 at 6 p.m.
CCBC Essex, Health Careers and Technology Building, Room 011
Contact Lisa Thomas at 443-840-1071.
Central Services Technician
August 25 at 6 p.m.
CCBC Randallstown
Contact Kerry Cleaver at 443-840-2768.
JULY
Banneker Planetarium: Hunters, Dogs, and
Temples, Oh My!
July 30 at 8 p.m.
CCBC Catonsville, Mathematics and Science Hall
Outside observing afterward, weather permitting.
FREE. 443-840-4560
Children’s Playhouse of MD: Crazy for You, Young
People’s Edition
September 17, 18, 24, 25, October 1, 2 at 1 p.m.
September 24 at 7 p.m.
CCBC Essex, Administration Building, Lecture Hall
Tickets $10. CCBC Box Office 443-840-ARTS (2787)
Banneker Planetarium: Seasonal Equality
September 23 at 8 p.m.
CCBC Catonsville, Mathematics and Science Hall
Outside observing afterward, weather permitting.
FREE. 443-840-4560
Banneker Planetarium: Meteors, Comets, and
other Rogue Bodies
August 12 at 8 p.m.
CCBC Catonsville, Mathematics and Science Hall
Outside observing afterward, weather permitting.
FREE. 443-840-4560
SEPTEMBER
Children’s Playhouse of MD: 10th Annual
Fundraising Gala
September 10
6:30 p.m. – Silent Auction and Raffles
7:30 p.m. – Performance, followed by reception
CCBC Essex, College Community Center, Theatre
Tickets $25. CCBC Box Office 443-840-ARTS (2787)
Banneker Planetarium: Dudley, the Curious
Duckling (children’s show)
November 12 at 10 a.m., CCBC Catonsville, Mathematics
and Science Hall. FREE. 443-840-4560
Banneker Planetarium: Pickles Means Pluto
(children’s show)
September 24 at 10 a.m.
CCBC Catonsville, Mathematics and Science Hall
FREE. 443-840-4560
OCTOBER 2016
CCBC Essex Academic Theatre: Macbeth
October 27 at 11:10 a.m.; October 28, 29 at 8 p.m.
October 30 at 3 p.m.; October 31 at 10 a.m.
CCBC Essex, College Community Center, Theatre
Tickets $8 general admission; $5 seniors, students, CCBC
faculty, staff and alumni; free for CCBC students with current ID.
CCBC Box Office 443-840-ARTS (2787)
Banneker Planetarium: Legends of the Heavens
October 28, 8 p.m.
CCBC Catonsville, Mathematics and Science Hall
Outside observing afterward, weather permitting.
FREE. 443-840-4560
Banneker Planetarium: Space Witch (children’s show)
October 29 at 10 a.m.
CCBC Catonsville, Mathematics and Science Hall
FREE. 443-840-4560
CCBC Dance Company: Fall Dance Concert
November 17 at 11:15 a.m.
November 18, 19 at 8 p.m.
CCBC Catonsville, Center for the Arts, Theatre
Tickets $8 general admission; $5 seniors, students, CCBC
faculty, staff and alumni; free for CCBC students with
current ID. CCBC Box Office 443-840-ARTS (2787)
DECEMBER
CCBC Essex Academic Theatre: Love’s Labour’s Lost
December 1 –5
CCBC Essex, College Community Center, Theatre
CCBC Box Office 443-840-ARTS (2787)
CALENDAR of
Children’s Playhouse of Maryland: Play TBA
October 29, 30, November 5, 6 at 1 p.m.
CCBC Essex, Administration Building, Lecture Hall
Tickets $10. CCBC Box Office 443-840-ARTS (2787)
AUGUST
Banneker Planetarium: The Super Moon
November 11 at 8 p.m.
CCBC Catonsville, Mathematics and Science Hall
Outside observing afterward, weather permitting.
FREE. 443-840-4560
Dundalk Community Theatre: Always, Patsy Cline
October 28, 29, November 4, 5 at 8 p.m.
October 30, November 6 at 3 p.m.
CCBC Dundalk, College Community Center,
John E. Ravekes Theatre
Tickets $23 general admission; $20 seniors; $15 students,
children, DCT actors; free for CCBC students with current ID.
CCBC Box Office 443-840-ARTS (2787)
NOVEMBER
CCBC Catonsville Academic Theatre: Hamlet Lost/Found
November 3 at 11:10 a.m.; November 4, 5 at 8 p.m.
November 6 at 3 p.m.; November 7 at 10 a.m.
CCBC Catonsville, Center for the Arts, Theatre
Tickets $8 general admission; $5 seniors, students, CCBC
faculty, staff and alumni; free for CCBC students with current
ID. CCBC Box Office 443-840-ARTS (2787)
Children’s Playhouse of Maryland: Holiday Basket
Bingo Fundraiser
Nov. 5, Doors open at 6 p.m.; Bingo starts at 7 p.m.
Donation: $10. CCBC Box Office 443-840-ARTS (2787)
Children’s Playhouse of MD: Play TBA
December 3–18.
CCBC Essex, Administration Building, Lecture Hall
Tickets $10. CCBC Box Office 443-840-ARTS (2787)
Banneker Planetarium: What was the Christmas Star?
December 9 at 8 p.m.
CCBC Catonsville, Mathematics and Science Hall
Outside observing afterward, weather permitting.
FREE. 443-840-4560
Banneker Planetarium: Santa, Stars, and Other
Winter Wonders (children’s show)
December 10 at 10 a.m.
CCBC Catonsville, Mathematics and Science Hall.
FREE. 443-840-4560
Senior Star Showcase: A Senior Star Showcase
Holiday Celebration
December 10, 11 at 2 p.m.
CCBC Essex, College Community Center, Theatre
CCBC Box Office 443-840-ARTS (2787)
Music Concert: An Evening of Big Band Jazz
December 15 at 8 p.m.
CCBC Essex, College Community Center, Theatre. FREE.
Children’s Playhouse of Maryland: Brunch with
Santa; Play TBD
December 17; Brunch at 11:30 a.m. in the College
Community Center Café, CCBC Essex
Show at 1 p.m. in the Administration Building Lecture Hall
Tickets: $17. CCBC Box Office 443-840-ARTS (2787)
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60%
parents rate affordability as
“highly important” when
looking for a college
52%
Get through college
debt-free (or close to it)
parents hope their child will
graduate with “no debt”
*According to a 2016 poll conducted by
the education website Noodle.
by Mary De Luca
“Raiders of the Lost Ark” adventurer Indiana Jones didn’t
fully anticipate the consequences of his actions in trying to
acquire an ancient Peruvian idol. The same can hold true
for learners in pursuit of a degree when they later find
themselves saddled with overwhelming student loan debt.
But it doesn’t have to be that way. Deciding to attend a
community college is the first smart step in getting through
college debt-free. Once you get to CCBC, there are still
more ways to reduce your loan liability:
In high school?
•Take advantage of Early College Access programs, where
you can enjoy half-price tuition as early as ninth grade, may
be eligible for tuition-free courses starting junior year, and
accumulate a semester’s worth of college credits before
“officially” starting college. www.ccbcmd.edu/earlycollege
•Plan to pursue the “transfer track.” Finish your associate
degree first and then enjoy “guaranteed transfer” to any
school in the UM system or transfer your credits wherever
else you want to go. Depending on where you transfer, your
initial two-year savings will likely range from $15,000 to
$60,000. www.ccbcmd.edu/comparecosts
At home, working or in the military?
•Get credit for what you already know from your work,
military or volunteer experience with Prior Learning
Assessment. You could complete up to 75 percent of a
program’s requirements without ever stepping foot into
the classroom. www.ccbcmd.edu/priorlearning
•Increase your earning potential with short-term career
training CCBC offers for a fraction of the cost of for-profit
schools, and with better industry placements and
reputation. The for-profit school price tag can be a
staggering 5 to 10 percent higher for the same workplace
licensure or certification. www.ccbcmd.edu/ceed
Already attending a four-year college?
•Complete General Education requirements during winter
and summer breaks at CCBC, where the per-credit cost is
likely lower than that of four-year colleges and universities.
www.ccbcmd.edu/get-started
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Community colleges
add up to much
more than savings
by Mary De Luca
J
enna Williams is a self-defined former “slacker” who
was uninterested in school and had the poor grades
that went along with it.
So how does a student like that end up cultivating a
genuine love of learning and being accepted at some of
the most prestigious colleges in America?
“Start at a community college,” Jenna advised. “I don’t
know why everyone doesn’t do it.”
Jenna admits she didn’t get the best grades or like high
school much. So when she graduated from Towson High
School in 2013, she decided to stick with serving up lattes at
a local Starbucks rather than head off to a college campus.
After spending that fall working at restaurant, she had a
change of heart.
Jenna is set to graduate from UMCP next spring, on track
with her former Towson High classmates. She and her family
couldn’t be happier with how things turned out.
“I owe CCBC so much. I’m not sure who I would be without it.”
“Initially, we hadn’t anticipated this path, but it was the best
thing that could’ve happened,” said Jenna’s mom, Katy
McGuire. “It’s all because of the wonderful confluence of
Jenna’s energy and the quality of CCBC. And we saved a
lot of money, which is a bonus!”
Graduating from CCBC debt-free is especially helpful
as Jenna has decided to pursue law school.
“I owe CCBC so much,” she said. “I’m not sure who I
would be without it.”
“Start at a community college. I don’t know
why everyone doesn’t do it.”
“I was bored and realized I wanted to go back to school,”
Jenna admitted. “CCBC gave me a second chance.” Her
teachers encouraged her to step up — both in and out of
the classroom.
“One of my professors told me I should lead a club; another
told me to apply to the Honors program. They were telling
me, ‘You’re smart! You’re capable!’ It makes a difference to
have someone really notice you,” Jenna said.
She joined the Honors program, became president of the
Women’s Studies Club and, after discovering her passion for
politics in a Political Science class, became an intern with
the Maryland General Assembly in Annapolis.
“Initially, we hadn’t anticipated this path, but it
was the best thing that could’ve happened.”
By the time she earned her associate degree in 2013,
Jenna had also been accepted to Brown University,
Northeastern University, UMBC and the University of
Maryland, College Park. She ultimately transferred to UMCP
as a junior, with all of her credits intact.
“Some schools didn’t even ask for my high school transcript
because it no longer mattered,” she explained. “I’d already
earned my associate degree.”
Jenna Williams credits a “second chance” at
CCBC for her transformation from disinterested
high school student to a successful rising senior
at University of Maryland, College Park.
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Sensory-friendly productions
are just the ticket for children with special needs
by Diane Smith
Children’s Playhouse of Maryland
and Cockpit in Court Summer Theatre
— both in residence at CCBC Essex—
have begun offering special “sensoryfriendly performances.”
These special events are designed to
create a performing arts experience that
is welcoming to families with children
with autism or other sensory sensitivities.
(Check with the CCBC Box Office
at 443-840-ARTS (2787) to see if
a sensory-friendly performance is
available for a particular production.)
Accommodations for these
performances include:
• Shortened running time.
• Lower sound levels.
• Designated quiet area within
the theatre.
• Lights remain on in the theatre
during the entire performance.
• Talking, making sounds and standing
allowed during the performance.
• Special areas outside of the theatre
available for breaks.
• Option to enter the theatre and see
your seats prior to the performance.
Marcia Hill, administrative assistant
for the Children’s Developmental
Class at CCBC Essex, remarked,
“Several parents spoke so highly of the
performance that I just wanted to let you
and the actors know what a wonderful
thing you have done for the community. I have not heard before of a live theater
experience that incorporated sensory
awareness elements into its production.
This is a big deal!”
The Children’s Developmental Class at CCBC
Essex helps children with special needs
manage their unique challenges. They assist
children ages 1-14 in strengthening motor
skills, reinforcing communication and language
skills, and enhancing social skills through
individual and group activities. For more
information, visit www.ccbcmd.edu and
search “developmental.”
Young performers get
a taste of Broadway
The lights of Broadway shined bright at CCBC Essex in April.
Student performers from Children’s Playhouse of Maryland
(in residence at CCBC Essex) had the opportunity to attend
a two-day workshop with Young Performers of America and
work with Broadway professional performers.
The budding actors participated in a series of Master
Classes and presented a 20-minute segment of excerpts from
CPM’s last season of shows. This segment was adjudicated by
the Broadway professionals, who awarded CPM the highest
ranking, Excellence in Theater.
CPM students also received the following individual
awards: Most Promising Male Performer—Zach Miller, Jared
Davis, Sammy Jungwirth and Zach Byrd; Most Promising
Female Performer—Maia Vong, Kathryn Schudel, Rhiannon
Owen and Brooke Marriott; Outstanding Male Performer—
Charlie Holt and Nathan Beyer; Outstanding Female
Performer—Louise Baron, Rachel Miller, Allison Mudd
and Ilyssa Rubin.
Photo credit: Cindy Ruth
by Diane Smith
Broadway actress Mandy Gonzales works with CPM
students on the interpretation of their scripts for the
Master Class focusing on Elton John and Tim Rice’s
musical Aida.
Teaching the Master Classes were performers Mandy Gonzales
(In the Heights, Wicked, Aida), Dell Howlett (Aida, Pippin, The Color
Purple, and currently YPA Artistic Director), Katie Rose Clarke
(The Light in the Piazza, Wicked, Allegiance), and Janet Dacal
(Good Vibrations, In The Heights, Wonderland).
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Regroup, retrain, redirect
Career changer charts a new course
by Jacquie Lucy
Just when you think your life is on track,
there comes a bump, then a sharp turn,
and sometimes even a temporary
derailment. Jennifer Roth experienced
them all.
After graduating from high school,
unsure about what she wanted to do,
Roth took a few courses at Harford
Community College, then at CCBC
Essex. Sadly, her academic journey was
sidetracked by a major car accident.
Following a lengthy recovery, her focus
turned to getting a job. Roth landed
several clerical positions in the health
care field, but was looking for something
more stable.
“My dad suggested I apply for a job
where he worked — Bethlehem Steel — because it had been around since the
1800s,” she recalled. Roth worked there
for the next 12 years, even as the
company changed ownership a number
of times, ultimately becoming RG Steel.
While on maternity leave, Roth
discovered the company had been sold;
the new owner planned to close the
facility and liquidate the assets.
“I realized I was going to begin my life
as a new mom, without a job to return to.
I remember feeling an odd fusion of joy,
sorrow and complete panic all at once,”
she said. Fortunately, Roth qualified for
the RG Steel Fair Trade Adjustment Act
program, which would pay for retraining
if she chose to go back to school.
“That was an opportunity I couldn’t
let slip by,” she said. Her role as a new
mother helped shape Roth’s direction.
She needed a program she could
complete in two years, would allow her
time for her family, and prepare her for
a place in the workforce. CCBC’s Health
Are you a HIIT at work?
You are if you work in Health Informatics and Information Technology!
If you are looking for a career in a health care field that does not require
direct patient care, HIIT is a good option. It’s also an excellent choice
for career changers, veterans and high school graduates.
“The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects the number of jobs in
this field will grow by 22 percent by 2022, twice as fast as employment
overall,” noted Dr. Irby Hunter, director of CCBC’s HIIT program.
Although HIIT positions do not currently require state licensure, the
RHIT/RHIA exam is the national credential many employers require
for hiring. CCBC offers an exam preparation course for students to
become Registered Health Information Technicians (RHIT).
CCBC offers both an associate degree and certificate in HIIT.
For more information on education and career opportunities, visit
www.ccbcmd.edu/HIIT.
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Informatics Information Technology
program fit the bill perfectly.
“Twenty years away from college gives
you a great deal of perspective,” she
remarked. “Returning was difficult, but I
found that it was easier to focus now that
I was older. I worked harder, and my
grades opened the door to becoming
a member of [the honor society] Phi
Theta Kappa.”
Today, Roth works at Sinai Hospital of
Baltimore/Lifebridge Health, supporting
nurses as part of the Clinical
Documentation Improvement Team.
“While I initially began taking classes
with the hopes of becoming a medical
coder, I found a lot of other opportunities
were available to students with HIIT
degrees,” she said. “The journey of
returning to CCBC and getting a
degree was life-changing.”
REGISTER NOW!
FALL 2016 AND WINTER 2017
Fall Semester
Winter Sessions
➤REGISTRATION NOW OPEN
➤REGISTRATION STARTS
Credit and degree programs
➤ CLASSES BEGIN
August 29(Full semester and
first 7–week session)
September 12 (12–week session)
October 19
Credit and degree programs
October 24
➤ CLASSES BEGIN
January 3(3– and 4–week sessions)
(Second 7–week session)
WWW.CCBCMD.EDU/REGISTER
443.840.CCBC (2222)
CCBC has ongoing registration (rolling class start dates)
for non-credit, Life Enrichment and Career Training classes.
Visit www.ccbcmd.edu/ConEd for current information.
VISIT CCBC!
DISCOVER CCBC
DENTAL HYGIENE COMMUNITY CLINIC
It’s the best choice to get you where you want to be.
The Dental Hygiene Clinic at CCBC Dundalk offers preventive
care services to individuals in the community at a reduced cost.
Services are provided by CCBC Dental Hygiene students under
the supervision of licensed dental hygienists and dentists.
INFORMATION SESSIONS
Find out everything you need to know about academic and
career programs, how to become a CCBC student, where to
find resources to pay for college, and much more.
CLINIC HOURS
If you are a high school senior, parent, college transfer student
or adult returning to college, this session is perfect for you.
THROUGH DECEMBER 2016
Monday, Wednesday and Friday
8-11:30 a.m. and 1-4:30 p.m.
THURSDAY TOURS
Call 443-840-3495 for more information or to schedule an
appointment.
Invest an hour and envision yourself as a CCBC college student!
Tour the campus with a current student and learn why CCBC is
your best college choice.
SEE WHERE CCBC CAN TAKE YOU
Register today for an information session or campus tour.
Visit www.ccbcmd.edu/infosession or call 443-840-1377.
TECHNICAL TRAINING OPEN HOUSE
Explore career training in areas such as CDL truck driver,
transportation, distribution and logistics, construction,
apprenticeships, machine tool technology and more.
CCBC DUNDALK: 7200 Sollers Point Road, Dundalk, MD 21222
First Friday of every month, 1-2 p.m.
CCBC Randallstown
3637 Offutt Road
Randallstown, MD 21133
CCBC ESSEX: 7201 Rossville Blvd., Baltimore, MD 21237
Call 443-840-4700 for details or to register.
CCBC CATONSVILLE: 800 S. Rolling Road, Catonsville, MD 21228
SEE WHAT WHAT YOU CAN BE.
It’s up to you.
You can:
Explore your options.
CCBC offers the largest program selection of any community college in the region.
Save tens of thousands of dollars.
CCBC’s tuition averages less than half that of a public four-year college.
Visit www.ccbcmd.edu and search “compare costs.”
Enhance your earning potential with an associate degree.
You’re likely to earn $400,000 more during your career than you would with only
a high school diploma.
Transfer with ease to pursue a bachelor’s degree.
Graduate with your CCBC associate degree and you’ll be GUARANTEED admission
to Maryland public four-year colleges and universities.
CREDIT DEGREE AND TRANSFER OPTIONS • www.ccbcmd.edu/getstarted
Take credit for what you already know.
Earn college-level credits for subjects already mastered by working, volunteering,
or serving in the military. Visit www.ccbcmd.edu/priorlearning.
Finish what you started.
If you started credit course work at CCBC or another college, you can get back
on track and even accelerate degree completion. Call 443-840-4106 or email
comebackdegree@ccbcmd.edu.
Save time and money while enrolled at another college.
Enroll in CCBC’s winter and summer sessions to take required courses for less
and transfer the credits earned back to your home campus.
Get a jump start on college, tuition-free, while in high school.
As early as ninth grade, all high school students — public, private and homeschooled — can take advantage of half-price tuition for credit classes at CCBC.
Eligible Baltimore County Public School juniors and seniors can take up to four
classes TUITION-FREE! Check out www.ccbcmd.edu/earlycollege.
CREDIT DEGREE AND TRANSFER OPTIONS • www.ccbcmd.edu/getstarted
Degree and transfer (Credit)
SEE WHERE CCBC CAN TAKE YOU
The choice is yours.
DEGREES
Accounting
Applied Exercise Sciences
Automotive Technology (Comprehensive)
- Ford Asset (Asset)
- General Motors (ASEP)
- Toyota (T-Ten)
Business Administration
Business Management
Chemical Dependency Counseling Computer Engineering
Computer Science
Computer-Aided Design For Architecture
& Engineering
Construction Craft Professional
Construction Management
Criminal Justice Studies
Dental Hygiene
Design, Fabrication & Advanced Manufacturing
Digital Media Production
Early Childhood Development
Electrical Engineering
Emergency Medical Technology
Engineering
Engineering Technology
Flight Operations Management
- Air Traffic Control
- Aircraft Dispatcher
- Professional Pilot - Airplane
- Professional Pilot - Helicopter
- Professional Pilot - Unmanned Aircraft Systems
General Studies
Geospatial Applications
Health Informatics & Information Technology Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (HVAC)
& Energy Technology
Human Services
Information Systems Security (Cybersecurity)
Information Technology
- Database
- Programming
- Web Development
Interior Design
Interpreter Preparation
Legal Studies
Massage Therapy
Medical Laboratory Technology
Medical Assisting
Mental Health
Mortuary Science
Network Technology
- CISCO
- G
eneral Network Technology
- I nformation Technology Support
- Microsoft
- R
ed Hat Linux
Nursing
Occupational Safety & Health
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Office Administration
- E
xecutive Admin. Assistant
- L egal Office Administration
- M
edical Office Administration
- S
oftware Application Specialist
Radiation Therapy
Radiography
Respiratory Care Therapist
Secondary Education (AAT)
- Chemistry
- Math
- Physics
- Spanish
Survey Technology
- Civil Design
- Land Surveying
Sustainable Horticulture
Teacher Education (AA)
(Early Childhood, Elementary,
Secondary, Special Education)
Teacher Education (AAT)
- Early Childhood/Early Childhood
Special Education
-E
lementary Education/Elementary
Special Education
Transportation, Distribution and
Maritime Logistics
Veterinary Technology
TRANSFER PATTERNS
Fine & Performing Arts (AFA)
Art, Design & Interactive Media
Dance
Music
Theatre
Humanities & Social Sciences (AA)
Anthropology
Art, Design & Interactive Media
Communication Studies
Creative Writing
Dance
Economics
English
Health
History
Mass Communications
Music
Native American Studies
Philosophy
Physical Education
Political Science
Psychology
Sociology
Theatre/Performance
Theatre/Technical Design & Production
Women’s Studies
World Languages
Science (AS)
Astronomy
Biology
Chemistry
Computer Science
Environmental Science
Forensic Science
Geography
Geology
Mathematics
Meteorology
Oceanography
Physics
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of Statewide and Health Manpower Shortage programs and credit certificates not eligible for financial aid.
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CREDIT CERTIFICATES
Accounting
- Accounting
- Business Accounting
- Certified Management Accountant
Air Traffic Control
Art, Design and Interactive Media
- Graphic Design
- Interactive Media
- Photography & Imaging
Automotive
- Air Conditioning & Heating Specialist
- Brake & Suspension Specialist
- Drive Train Specialist
- Electrical & Electronic Specialist
- Engine Specialist
- Master Technician
- Service Attendant
Business Management
- Entrepreneurship
- Human Resources Management
Certified Public Accountant
- Exam Qualification
Chemical Dependency Counseling
Computer Aided Design for Architecture
and Engineering
- AutoCAD Operator
- CAD Architecture
- CAD Management
- CAD Mechanical/Modeling
Computer Automated Manufacturing
- CNC Machinist
- CNC Programmer
- Manual Machinist
- Quality Assurance Technician
Construction Craft Professional
Construction Management
- Construction Management
- Construction Methods
- Construction Project Controls
- Legal Aspects of Construction
Criminal Justice Studies
- Corrections Professional
- Criminal Justice Studies
Emergency Medical Technology
Engineering (Transfer)
Fitness Trainers
Flight Attendant
Flight Training
General Studies
Geospatial Applications
- Geospatial Apps (Advanced)
- Geospatial Applications (Intro.)
Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (HVAC)
& Energy Technology
-A
lternative Energy
-H
VAC & Energy Tech (Adv.)
-H
VAC & Energy Tech (Basic)
Human Services
-C
hild & Youth Care Practitioner
-E
lder Care
-H
uman Services
Information Systems Security (Cybersecurity)
Information Technology
- Database
- Information Management
- Object Oriented Programming
- Office Specialist
- Programming
Interior Design
Interpreter Preparation
Massage Therapy
Medical Coding
Medical Office Administration
Music Production & Audio Tech
Network Technology
- A+
- CISCO
- General Network Technology
- Information Technology Support
-M
icrosoft Certified Information Technology
Professional Network
-R
ed Hat Linux
-W
ireless LAN
Occupational Safety & Health
Office Administration
-B
usiness Software Applications
- L egal Office Administration
-W
ord Processing
Paralegal Studies
Physician Assistant (Professional)
Practical Nursing
Psychiatric Rehabilitation
Radiography
-C
omputed Tomography
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Survey Technology
- Civil Design
- Land Surveying
- Minor Engineering
Sustainable Horticulture
- Greenhouse Production
- Landscape Design & Installation
- Turf & Landscape Maintenance
NON-CREDIT CAREER
TRAINING PROGRAMS
The perfect choice for students who want to:
n Pick
up job skills or learn a trade.
n Earn
a professional certification.
n Jump
right into the workforce.
3D Printing and Digital Fabrication
Administrative Assistant
A+ Certified PC Repair Technician
Bookkeeper
CPR
Casino Dealer Training
Central Service Technician
Child Care Provider
Commercial Vehicle Operator
Computer and Information Technology
Computer Aided Design (CAD)
Construction
Delegating Nurse Training
Dental Assistant
EKG Technician
Environmental
Electronic Health Records
Facility Management
Health Information Technology
Home Inspector
Hospitality
Human Resources Management
HVAC/Refrigerator Technician
Logistics
Machinist/Machine Tool Operator
Manufacturing, Production, Automation
Medical Assistant
Medical Billing
Medical Coding
Medical Front Office
Medical Office Administrative Assistant
Medical Office Support
Mental Health First Aid
Nursing Assistant
Office Technology
Opthalmic Medical Assistant
Patient Care Technician
Pharmacy Technician
Phlebotomy
Physical Therapy Tech/Aide
Professional Activities Director
Project Management
Real Estate Appraiser
Sleep Technologist
Supply Chain Management
Surgical Technologist
Unit Clerk
Veterinary Assistant
Warehousing
Welding
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Life Enrichment (Non-credit)
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LIFE ENRICHMENT
The perfect choice for students
who want to:
• P
ick up a hobby.
• E
xplore new interests.
• S
atisfy curiosity.
Academic Prep
Arts, Photography & Performing Arts
Basketweaving
Calligraphy
Ceramics/Mosaics
Dance
Digital Arts and Fabrication Design
Drawing
Music and Private Lessons
Painting
Photography
Professional Development for Artists
Sculpture
Theatre
Kids@CCBC
Cardio and Aerobics
Circuit Weight Training
Life Guard Training
Pilates
Red Cross/CPR
Reiki/Reflexology
Self-Defense
Swimming and Aqua Fitness
Tai Chi and Yoga
Wellness and Alternative Health
Art
College Prep
Computers
Cooking
Dance
Fitness & Wellness
Home School Destination@CCBC
Music
Self-Development
Theatre
Hobbies, Cooking & Home Improvement
CENTER FOR ALTERNATIVE AND
SUPPORTED EDUCATION (CASE)
Animal Wellness
Astrology
Cards and Games
Cooking
Gardening and Floral Design
Home Improvement and Woodworking
Paranormal Phenomena
Radio
Sustainable Living
Personal Development
Beauty and Wellness
Communication
Personal Finance
Public Speaking
Writing, Literature & History
Boating and Outdoor Activities
Basketball
Biking
Boating and Maritime
Hiking
Racquetball
Scuba Diving
Tennis
Travel
Crafts, Fiber Arts and Interior Decorating
Basket Weaving
Crafts
Fiber
Interior Decorating
Jewelry Making
Knitting/Crocheting
Quilting
Sewing
Health, Fitness and Wellness
Day Trips
Mutli-Day Trips
Travel Study
World Languages
Single Step Program
Customized Contract Classes
BASIC EDUCATION AND
ENGLISH LANGUAGE SERVICES
Academic Skills Enhancement
ASE/GED
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
Volunteer Literacy
Tutor Opportunities
SENIORS
Arts
Computers
Friendly Seniors
History, Politics and Events
Humanities and Culture
Lunch and Learn Series
Photography
Wellness and Fitness
American Sign Language
Arabic
Chinese, Mandarin
French
German
Greek
Hindi
Italian
Japanese
Korean
Persian
Polish
Portuguese
Russian
Spanish
Tagalog
Urdu
Visit www.ccbcmd.edu/ConEd for up-to-date Career Training, Life Enrichment, CASE,
Basic Education and English Language Services or Senior non-credit courses.
Persistence pays off
Determined mom finds success
by Hope Davis
Danielle Misterka, 34, married, with two young
sons, proves it’s never too late to pursue your
dreams as she continues her education on a
full scholarship to UMBC.
They say the third time is a charm and placed all her efforts into caring
for her son.
and that holds true for Danielle
Never one to give up, Danielle
Misterka, 34, a 2016 CCBC graduate
worked through her challenges,
and Essex resident. Having enrolled
developed a plan and enrolled in
twice at CCBC without completing
CCBC for a third time. Fortunately,
a degree, Danielle’s third attempt
this time was unlike the others.
culminated with her graduating
She finally found her footing, and
with honors, an associate degree in
in her words, she was “determined
Chemical Dependency Counseling,
to rock this!”
and being named this year’s
And that is exactly what she did.
President’s Distinguished Graduate.
This first-generation college student This time, she overcame every hurdle
by relying on her strong will and
has certainly come a long way from
her initial attempts to earn her degree. learning to take full advantage of
campus resources. She visited the
Having grown up under challenging
Student Success Center, made use of
financial circumstances, college was
not a priority. She had to start working on-campus study groups, consulted
immediately following high school to with her professors and sought the
counsel of advisors. She also joined
contribute to the family finances.
the CCBC Honors
But that didn’t deter
program, became
Danielle. After a few
“If you would have asked
president of the
years, she enrolled at
me five years ago if I would
Student Honors
CCBC excited to start
be considering graduating
Council, and
her educational journey.
from college, I would have
immersed herself
Lack of support and
said ‘no way.’ I’ve proven
in college life.
unbridled control from
all my naysayers wrong.”
It was a winning
someone she “thought”
combination.
she loved, however,
Danielle excelled in her classes,
stopped her in her tracks. She had
catapulted her near-zero GPA to a
to withdraw abruptly.
perfect 4.0, and graduated with a full
The second time she enrolled, life
Presidential Transfer scholarship to
took a difficult turn when her son
UMBC, where she is now studying
was diagnosed with autism. Once
neuroscience and social work.
again, Danielle put her life on pause
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It’s never too late
for a comeback!
Did you start college years ago but never
finished? Perhaps you had to put college
on hold.
It’s time to make your comeback!
CCBC’s academic advisors can help
you get back on track to complete your
degree, certificate, licensure or other
academic credentials. They can ease you
through the process to enroll or re-enroll.
They work with students like you every
day, who discover there is nothing quite
like the satisfaction of finishing what
you started and having something to
show for it.
You may even be able to accelerate
your completion by pursuing credit for
what you already know. With CCBC’s
Prior Learning Assessment (PLA),
you have the potential to earn college
credit for employment, military service,
volunteer or community service and more.
Visit www.ccbcmd.edu/priorlearning to
find out more.
So what are you waiting for? Make your
college comeback today. Call 443-840-4106
or email comebackdegree@ccbcmd.edu.
Registration is underway for fall credit
and non-credit classes.
Know it? Show it! Earn credits for lessons learned
by Hope Davis
“Life is your best school, experience is your best
teacher and mistakes are your best textbooks.”
That’s the general premise for Prior Learning
Assessment at CCBC—where you can earn
credit for college-level learning acquired outside
a traditional academic environment. According to
Nicole Zairi, CCBC Coordinator of Articulation,
Transfer and Prior Learning Assessment, PLA
can benefit students from any range of life
experiences, varying from those directly out of
high school to those with a long work history.
“Students who took Advanced Placement
courses while in high school have successfully
passed the required exams needed to earn
college credits,” said Zairi. “We also have
working students who have converted their
industry certifications, licenses or apprenticeships into college credits as well.”
Zairi noted there are several ways a student
can earn college credits through Prior Learning
Assessment; however, they should not attempt
the process alone.
“A student’s first step should be to connect
with a CCBC advisor who can guide them in
the right direction,” said Zairi.
The process for earning credits for prior
learning is no walk in the park. Students have
to prove that their experiences are creditworthy by passing exams, submitting a portfolio,
and/or providing industry credentials. Some
of the credits earned are free, while others can
be earned at half the regular cost of tuition.
Students can earn 75 percent of the credits
required for a program of study through PLA;
however, 25 percent of the credits must be
earned directly through CCBC coursework.
“It’s really a wonderful way to earn your
college degree,” observed Zairi. “When you
have so many transferable life experiences,
why not get credit for them? You save time,
money and can quickly jump start a new career.”
To find out more about how you could earn
college credits for what you already know,
email PLA@ccbcmd.edu.
Mental health first aid
for first responders—and you
by Mary Pless
Nearly one in five adults experiences some type of mental
illness in a given year.*
One only needs to scan recent headlines to see the importance
of knowing how to appropriately interact with individuals
with mental health issues. To aid in that understanding,
CCBC Continuing Education is helping to educate first
responders and the public on how to handle difficult situations
involving persons with mental illness.
In the one-day course Mental Health First Aid, students learn
about different types of mental illness, signs of the illness,
and what to do—and not do—when confronting someone with
mental illness in a high-stress situation. The course is recommended for anyone involved in the emergency responder
field, as well as for local organizations, churches and civic
groups. Individuals are also welcome to register for the class.
CCBC Public Safety Officers recently participated in the
training, conducted by CCBC Continuing Education Health
and Human Services staff.
“Every day we are helping one another,” said Steve Drummond,
director of Public Safety for CCBC. “When we have the right
tools and more skills, it helps put us in a better place.”
For more information about how to bring this training to
your organization or how to enroll as an individual student,
contact Kerry Cleaver at kcleaver@ccbcmd.edu.
*Source: National Alliance on Mental Illness, www.nami.org
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Student-veterans find support
and camaraderie at CCBC
by Hope Davis
According to the Department of Veteran Affairs, more than one million
student veterans are using their GI benefits to attend college. However, many
are not finding an easy transition from the intensity of military life to that of
a college environment. Student-veterans often express feelings of isolation,
bristle at the lack of routine, or feel they are misunderstood while trying to
adjust to their new educational environment.
Veteran Resource Service Centers, located on each of CCBC’s three main
campuses, offer a place for student-veterans to gather, study and get assistance
connecting with military-connected benefits, as well as other community
resources. It’s also a sanctuary—a place where they can be themselves and be
connected with people and resources that will help them be more successful
in their academic journeys.
“I can relate to the apprehension the veterans feel about enrolling in college
because I had those same feelings,” said Duncan, an eight-year Army veteran.
“That’s why I take my job not only seriously, but personally. I want each veteran
who walks through our doors to feel comfortable and have a sense of belonging.”
One initiative aimed at boosting student-veteran success is CCBC’s link to
American Corporate Partners, a nonprofit organization linking veterans with
mentors from top Fortune 500 companies who can help them with networking
and provide career insight.
CCBC student-veterans also have the opportunity to join the Warrior-Scholar
Project, in which they can participate in a free, week-long immersive college
prep course at an Ivy League or top four-year college or university.
“This is just the tip of the iceberg regarding plans for our student-veterans,”
said Duncan. “We want them to know that they’re important members of our
college community. And I’m committed to making sure they feel at home.”
Duncan leads CCBC
Veteran Services
CCBC’s new director of Veteran Services,
Christina Duncan, brings unique credentials
to her role. She holds an undergraduate
degree in English and mass communications
with a master’s degree in mass communications and public relations. Duncan has
teaching experience at both secondary
and post-secondary institutions. Most
importantly, she’s an Army veteran, serving
on both active and Reserve since 2007.
Duncan oversees all three Veteran Services
Centers and considers it a privilege to help
veteran students transition into college life.
“Coming to CCBC has been inspirational.
I’m amazed by the caliber of the students,
and the professionalism and dedication
of both faculty and staff to our veterans,”
she said. “I couldn’t have asked for a
better post-military vocation.”
CCBC’s work in the area of Veteran
Services gained national recognition being
named a 2016 Military Friendly® School
by Victory Media, an originator of Military
Friendly® education and career resources
for veterans.
Additionally, the Kisco Foundation, a New
York-based non-profit organization that
champions issues affecting student veterans,
awarded CCBC an $80,000 grant for its
outstanding work in Veteran Services.
The college will use that money to further
enhance its rich repertoire of services for
its student-veterans.
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by Jacquie Lucy
on a transportation career!
When it comes to moving goods
— and people — the Helen Delich Bentley Port of
Baltimore is certainly well-placed. Strategically
located on the northwest branch of the Patapsco
River, a tributary of the Chesapeake and gateway
to the Atlantic, it’s also the port located closest to
the U.S. Midwest.
A bustling transportation hub for products and
the site of a thriving cruise ship presence, the Port
of Baltimore is ranked the most efficient port in the
nation (2015). It’s served by a complex system of
interstate highways stretching from Maine to Florida
for car and truck traffic, several international airports,
and commercial freight and passenger railroad systems
such as CSX and Amtrak. All of these assets facilitate
commerce throughout the region, the nation and
the world. Locally, its major impact is on creating and
maintaining jobs for thousands of workers.
To support the workforce needs of the port and
its related business functions, CCBC has established
a new Transportation, Distribution and Logistics
Institute. The Institute will encompass both credit
and non-credit workforce development programs
and courses offered by CCBC.
“We have a long history of working with key
organizations in the TD&L sector to form strategic
relationships,” explained Nancy Kukay, coordinator,
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Technical Training, Continuing
Education. “This has provided
us with invaluable industry input as
well as a source of employment for
our students.”
The college’s current existing training
programs, many of which earn important
industry certifications, cover a variety
of related areas:
• Transportation training such as
Commercial Driver’s License
preparation, including hazmat
and tanker
• Terminal and RoRo tractor drivers
• Diesel Technician/Mechanic
• Logistics Coordinator
• Logistics Technician
• Forklift Operator
• Supply Chain Management
• Aviation Management
• Flight and Air Traffic Control
(AAS and credit certificates)
CCBC’s future training plans include
Rail Maintenance and Repair, Power
Plant, Equipment (cars), Tracks/Rails
(similar to current work with MTA),
Marine, Power Plant Diesel
Maintenance and Repair, and job
readiness training.
New maritime initiative
This fall, the Business Studies department
in the CCBC School of Business,
Education, Justice and Law will be
implementing an exciting new initiative
aimed at educating students and
community members who plan to
pursue or continue careers in jobs
directly associated with the port and
related industries, such as shipping
and trucking.
The college’s new Transportation,
Distribution and Maritime Logistics area
offers students the options of a 21-credit
certificate program and a 60-credit
degree program leading to an associate
of applied science degree in TD&ML.
“The impetus for creating this program
was based on a number of factors,”
noted Dennis Seymour, dean of CCBC’s
School of Business, Education, Justice
and Law. “The success of Ports America
in Baltimore, the opening of the new
Panama Canal—which will bring larger
ships to New York and Baltimore ports
only — an acute national truck operator
shortage, and the potential for mid-level
job opportunities at Ports America
Baltimore make this the right program
at the right time,” Seymour said.
Seven new credit courses designed
for the TD&ML major constitute the
core of both the certificate and degree
programs:
• Introduction to TD&ML
THE PORT
BY THE
NUMBERS
#1
we’re
5
Ranked most
efficient port
in the nation
Consecutive years
ranked first in the
county for handling
automobiles
523,848
Commodities
containers
processed
• Global Commercial Transportation
• Introduction to Supply Chain
Management
• Maritime Transportation and
Distribution Technology
• Domestic Freight Operations
• Principles of Maritime Logistics
• Internship An important feature of the new
TD&ML program is the focus on
upward employability. While many
entry-level positions may lead to midskilled jobs, the program encourages
students to complete an associate
degree and continue on to get a
bachelor’s degree or higher.
“This positions graduates to meet
the port’s workforce needs for highly
skilled professionals with technology,
supervision, management and/or
accounting skills,” observed Seymour.
Are you ready to launch a career in transportation and distribution
logistics? Visit www.ccbcmd.edu and search “transportation.”
193,709
Passengers set
sail from Cruise
Maryland
13,560
Direct jobs in
Maryland produced
by Port business
398,618
Tons of paper/
forest products
handled
*Source: Maryland Port
Administration, 2015 data
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