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Academy for Technical Development

 

 

 

Academy for Professional Development

 

Administrative Professionals Conference - Thursday, April 10 Cost: $50

24950

BUSC-1019-90

8:30 AM-3:00 PM

GRHL

CBI Staff

 

Essential Skills of Leadership - Tuesday, February 12 Cost: $79

This workshop builds a foundation that enables leaders to manage their team toward a shared goal; achieving your organization’s strategic objectives.

25322

BUSC-1046-90

8:30 AM-12:30 PM

TBA

CBI Staff

 

Essential Skills of Interviewing - Tuesday, February 26 Cost: $139 CEU’s: .35

The best hiring decisions result in productive employees who enjoy their jobs and contribute to the organization. Hiring the wrong person for the job is costly. This 8 hour workshop teaches participants how to interview the behavior, motivations and knowledge that are needed to be successful in a job. Human Resources professionals may use this class for HRCI credit.

61540

BUSC-1053-90

8:30 AM-5:00 PM

TBA

CBI Staff

 

Essential Skills of Communication - Tuesday, February 19 Cost: $79 CEU’s: .35

25324

BUSC-1073-90

8:30 AM-12:30 PM

TBA

CBI Staff

 

Time Management: Removing Barriers to Your Productivity - Tuesday, March 25

      Cost: $179 Includes all student materials CEU’s: .65

 

Setting priorities and managing time effectively is basic to managing individual and organizational performance. In this full day workshop, participants will use the DISC Time Mastery Profile® to asses their current time management effectiveness. Learners then then learn how to develop customized strategies for skills improvement in 12 key areas: *attitudes * goals * priorities * analyzing * planning * scheduling * Interruptions * Meetings * Written Communications * Delegation * Procrastination * Team Time.

 

67934 

 

BUSC 1082-90

8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

TBA

Duffield, B

 

Survival Spanish for Law Enforcement Officers - Mondays, March 3-31, Cost: $169 CEU’s:

This course prepares non-Spanish-speaking officers to use Spanish language skills to improve their ability to aid victims and control offenders in potentially dangerous situations involving Hispanics. Its goal is to enhance officer safety, increase professionalism of Spanish-English interchanges, and help minimize communication difficulties that may lead to legal liabilities. No prior knowledge of Spanish necessary. This program is intended for municipal police officers, sheriff’s deputies, state police officers, federal agents, campus police officers, private security guards, and investigators.

61535

SPAN-1104-90

6:00 PM-9:00 PM

LRC-728

Wadle,G

 

MAT Training - Saturday, January 12, Cost: $125 CEU’s: .75

Eight (8) hour competency based course approved by the Board of Nursing and VDSS to train providers who work in child day care programs to safely administer medication to children.

66584

HLTH-1110-90

9:00 AM-5:00 PM

728/726

Mills, J

 

MAT Training - Saturday, February 9, Cost: $125 CEU’s: .75

Eight (8) hour competency based course approved by the Board of Nursing and VDSS to train providers who work in child day care programs to safely administer medication to children.

66432

HLTH-1110-91

9:00 AM-5:00 PM

728/726

Mills, J

 

Employee Benefits Management - Tuesday, March 18 Cost: $59 CEU’s: .4

Class scope will include two important strategies in today’s Human Resources climate: to manage employee benefits that assist recruitment and retention and look at some approaches to employee benefits cost containment that will produce effective results without driving employees into the arms of competitors.

66419

BUSC-1092-90

8:30 AM-12:30 PM

TBA

Pendergast, J

 

Immigrant Worker Strategies - Tuesday, April 1 Cost: $59 CEU’s: .4

This seminar will examine the minefield of employing immigrant workers in this extraordinarily sensitive time. Will review statutory requirements of hiring immigrant workers, including newly implemented regulations; try to anticipate where the country and the law are likely to go in the new future regarding the question of immigrant workers; facilitate a discussion of strategies—the one’s that work and the one’s that don’t work.

66420

BUSC-1093-90

8:30 AM-12:30 PM

TBA

Pendergast, J

 

Legal Issues for HR - Tuesday, April 8 Cost: $59 CEU’s: .4

Managers with a special emphasis on those that impact managers on a daily basis (i.e. Fair Labor Standards Act, Family Medical Leave Act, Equal Pay Act, etc.); special emphasis on FMLA, harassment, and USERRA, and special HR administration issues.

66426

BUSC-1093-90

8:30 AM-12:30 PM

TBA

Pendergast, J

 

Human Resource Certification Review - Saturdays, February 16-April 19 Cost: $1150 CEU’s: .5

The PHR/SPHR Exam Review will prepare the HR professional to sit for either the Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or the Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) exam. All SHRM materials are provided (a $595 value).

66428

BUSC-1599-90

8:30 AM-12:30 PM

MEC 509

Pendergast, J

 

Effective Documentation - Tuesday, March 25 Cost: $59 CEU’s: .35

This class will explore the entire gamut of documentation related to employment including but not limited to hiring, termination, attendance, benefits, workers compensation and employee relations. How, what, when and why we document can have a direct effect upon the ability of the business to succeed.

61550

BUSC-1068-90

8:30 AM-12:30 PM

TBA

CBI Staff

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Academy for Technical Development

 

Computers for True Beginners - Cost: $25 (materials fee) CEU’s: 1.4

Participants learn the basics on how computers work, the internet, spreadsheets, and word processing.

24832

ITEC-1105-90

5:30 PM-9:30 PM

LRC-727

TBA

Tuesdays, February 5-26

57770

ITEC-1105-91

8:30 AM-12:30 PM

LRC-727

King,N

Tuesdays, February 5-26

57784

ITEC-1105-92

8:30 AM-12:30 PM

LRC-727

King,N

Tuesdays, March 4-25

57790

ITEC-1105-93

5:30 PM-9:30 PM

TBA

Stevens,V

Tuesdays, March 4-25

 

Microsoft Word 2007 Basic - Friday, February 29 Cost: $79 CEU’s .55

In this course, students will learn how to enter and edit text, and save and browse documents with the new Word 2007. They’ll learn how to enhance the appearance of a document by using Word’s formatting options. They’ll also create tables, insert headers and footers, proof and print documents, and insert graphics.

57844

ITEC-1175-90

9:00 AM-4:00 PM

LRC-727

King,N

 

Word 2007 Intermediate - Friday, March 7 Cost: $79 CEU’s .55

Learn to format tables, work with Excel data, work with graphics, templates and manage document revisions.

57849

ITEC-1129-90

9:00 AM-4:00 PM

LRC-727

King,N

 

Word 2007 Advanced - Friday, March 14 Cost: $79 CEU’s .55

Learn to make word processing work for you by creating form letters, working with forms, managing large documents, working with macros.

66164

ITEC-1176-90

9:00 AM-4:00 PM

LRC-727

King,N

 

Excel 2007 Basic - Friday, February 8 Cost: $79 CEU’s .55

Learn essential concepts and skills for spreadsheets creation, add text and numeric data, perform calculations, modify and format a worksheet. You will also learn to work with large worksheets and use Excel’s multiple sheet feature.

57235

ITEC-1111-90

9:00 AM-4:00 PM

LRC-727

Stevenson,J

 

Excel 2007 Intermediate - Friday, February 15 Cost: $79 CEU’s .55

Learn to work with multiple worksheets and workbooks, use advanced filtering techniques, document and audit spreadsheet features, create and use templates, and use advanced charting techniques. Prerequisite: Excel (Basic) or equivalent.

57243

ITEC-1130-90

9:00 AM-4:00 PM

LRC-727

Stevenson,J

 

Excel 2007 Advanced - Friday, February 22 Cost: $79 CEU’s .55

Learn to work with advanced spreadsheet features. Advanced formulas, lookups and data tables, advanced list management, pivot tables, exporting and importing, and analytical options will be covered.

66204

ITEC-1112-90

9:00 AM-4:00 PM

LRC-727

Stevenson,J

 

Sharepoint Designer 2007 - Basic Thursday, February 21 Cost: $79 CEU’s .55

Sharepoint Designer 2007 Basic teaches the core features and functions of this new web publishing software. Students will learn how to create and apply templates, control layout and spacing, create and apply style sheets, and apply IDs and classes. They will also insert, modify, and arrange images, create links and navigation bars, and insert and format tables. Finally, they will learn how to prepare a Web site for publishing.

61065

ITEC-1195-90

9:00 AM-4:00 PM

LRC-727

Firebaugh,N

 

Sharepoint Designer 2007 - Advanced Thursday, February 28 Cost: $79 CEU’s .55

This course builds on the skills and concepts taught in SharePoint Designer 2007 - Basic. Students will learn how to create dynamic components, work with multimedia files, create interactive content, design with layers, and create tables and forms. Students will also learn the basics of data-driven Web sites, and they’ll learn how to fix typical Web site problems.

61529

ITEC-1196-90

9:00 AM-4:00 PM

LRC-727

Firebaugh,N

 

PowerPoint 2007 Basic - Friday, March 28 Cost: $79 CEU’s .55

Learn to spice up presentations and create interesting slides and handouts using PowerPoint.

66414

ITEC-1113-90

9:00 AM-4:00 PM

LRC-727

Firebaugh,N

 

PowerPoint 2007 Advanced - Friday, April 4 Cost: $79 CEU’s .55

Learn to create templates, use advanced formatting to deliver advanced slide shows.

66415

ITEC-1114-90

9:00 AM-4:00 PM

LRC-727

Firebaugh,N

 

Access 2007 Basic - Friday, April 11 Cost: $79 CEU’s .55

This course provides an introduction to this powerful relational database program. This course covers three aspects of Access databases; Tables, Queries, and Forms. Students will build on basic database management skills to create relational databases, work with related tables, perform advanced queries and enhance forms through adding graphics and calculations.

66416

ITEC-1115-90

9:00 AM-4:00 PM

LRC-727

Firebaugh,N

 

Access 2007 Intermediate - Friday, April 18 Cost: $79 CEU’s .55

This course is designed for students who are familiar with database management skills. Students will work with advanced forms, macros, SQL statements, Internet integration and security fundamentals. Prerequisite: Access (Basic)

57818

ITEC-1116-90

9:00 AM-4:00 PM

LRC-727

Firebaugh,N

 

Access 2007 Advanced - Friday, April 25 Cost: $79 CEU’s .55

This Advanced course teaches advanced techniques such as: querying with SQL; using crosstab, parameter, and action queries; creating and running macros; using macros to control user interaction; importing, exporting, and linking database objects; optimizing, replicating, and synchronizing databases; and basic database security.

25156

ITEC-1146-90

9:00 AM-4:00 PM

LRC-727

Firebaugh,N

 

QuickBooks for Beginners - Thursday, March 13 Cost: $79 CEU’s .55

This course covers features that are in QuickBooks Pro Edition 2004. First-time QuickBook users will learn the basic features of the software.

24944

ITEC-1141-90

9:00 AM-4:00 PM

LRC-727

Staff

 

QuickBooks Advanced - Thursday, March 20 Cost: $79 CEU’s .55

This course covers advanced features of QuickBooks Pro Edition 2004. Topics will include billing and payroll.

57246

ITEC-1142-90

9:00 AM-4:00 PM

LRC-727

Staff

 

Adobe Indesign CS2 Basic - Tuesday & Thursday, February 19 & 21 Cost: $79 CEU’s .55

Learn how to design professional looking documents and print layouts with Adobe Indesign CS2. This course will cover a broad scope of topics that will provide an overview of the application so that you can start creating documents right away. You will learn how to create a new document, add text and graphics, use master pages, add columns, thread frames, create and apply styles, use layers, and prepare a file for print. Students taking this course should be familiar with Microsoft Windows 2000 or XP, and they should have basic-level word processing skills.

25044

ITEC-1159-90

6:00 PM-9:30 PM

TBA

King,N

 

Adobe Indesign CS2 Advanced - Tuesday & Thursday, March 18 & 20 Cost: $79 CEU’s .55

This course builds on the concepts and skills taught in Adobe InDesign CS2 Basic. Students will learn how to use the Indesign to create professional-looking layouts more efficiently. Specifically, they will learn how to set up multi-page spreads, work with vector paths, format type using advanced features, create lighting effects, adjust transparency, define object styles, explore the use of tables in a document, use the Story Editor, and manage long documents. Prerequisite: Adobe Indesign CS2--Basic or equivalent knowledge and experience.

25046

ITEC-1160-90

6:00 PM-9:30 PM

LRC-727

King,N

 

Adobe Photoshop CS2 Basic - Tuesday & Thursday, February 12 & 14 Cost: $79 CEU’s .55

This course teaches students the fundamentals of using Photoshop

57873

ITEC-1188-90

6:00 PM-9:00 PM

TBA

King,N

 

Adobe Photoshop CS2 Advanced - Monday & Wednesday, Jan 14 & 16  Cost: $79 CEU’s .55

 

Students will learn how to create and use masks and vector paths, and how to create fills and overlays to enhance images. Course activities also cover automation of repetitive tasks. In addition, students will learn how to apply creative special effects to both images and text. Prerequisite: Photoshop--Basic or equivalent knowledge and experience.

67915  

ITEC-1189-90

6:00 PM-9:00 PM

LRC-727

King,N

 

TOP

 

Certificate & Exam Preparation

 

Mechanical Code Review - Tuesdays, January 22-April 22 Cost: $200 CEU’s: 3.85

Discusses local, state, and national building codes as they relate to the installation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical systems in residential and commercial buildings. Prepares individuals for the Virginia Tradesman Certification in HVAC.

57029

BLDG-1101-90

6:00 PM-9:00 PM

TBA

Kroll.J

 

Basic Contractor Business Licensing Class - Saturday, Febrary 9 Cost: $199 (includes textbook) CEU’s: .7

This 8-hour course is designed to provide a basic overview of the statutes and regulations that govern contractor licensing in Virginia. This course is recognized by the Commonwealth of Virginia, Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation, Board of Contractors.

25032

BLDG-1102-90

8:00 AM-5:00 PM

HEC

Griffith,J

 

Basic Contractor Business Licensing Class - Saturday, April 12 Cost: $199 (includes textbook) CEU’s: .7

25226

BLDG-1102-91

8:00 AM-5:00 PM

HEC

Griffith,J

 

EPA Certification Review and Exam - Saturday, April 19 Cost: $130 CEU’s: .6

Review course for students preparing for the technician certification for refrigerants, required by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under Section 608 of the Clean Air Act. Students need to enroll, pay fees, and pick up study guide at CBI prior to 4/5.

57025

HVAC-1101-90

8:00 AM-3:30 PM

LRC-728

Kroll,J

 

Tradesman Continuing Education Electrical - Cost: $125 includes books CEU’s: .28

 

Three hour Virginia state licensing course for electricians.

 

67822  
 

ELEC-1102-90

8:30 AM-11:30 AM

Saturday, January 19

 

LRC-728

Blevins,J

67825   
 

ELEC-1102-91

8:30 AM-11:30 AM

Saturday, March 15

LRC-728

Blevins,J

 

Tradesman Continuing Education Plumbing - Cost: $125 includes books CEU’s: .28

 

Three hour Virginia state licensing course for plumbers.

 

67833

PLMB-1101-90

8:30 AM-11:30 AM

Saturday, January 26

 

LRC-728

Blevins,J

67834

PLMB-1101-91

8:30 AM-11:30 AM

Saturday, March 22

LRC-728

Blevins,J
   
   

 

Tradesman Continuing Education Gas Fitting - Cost: $65 includes books CEU’s: .1

 

Three hour Virginia state licensing course for gas fitters.

 

67840

PLMB-1102-90

11:30-12:30 PM

Saturday, January 26

 

LRC-728

Blevins,J

67841

PLMB-1102-91

11:30-12:30 PM

Saturday, March 22

 

LRC-728

Blevins,J

 

Tradesman Continuing Education Mechanical (HVAC) Cost: $125 includes books CEU’s: .28

 

Three hour Virginia state licensing course for HVAC/Mechanical.

 

67848

HVAC-1102-90

8:30 AM-11:30 AM

Saturday, January 12

 

LRC-725

Kroll,J

67851

HVAC-1102-91

8:30 AM-11:30 AM

Saturday, February 9

LRC-728

 Kroll,J

71459 HVAC-1101-92

8:30 AM-11:30 AM

Saturday, March 8

LRC-725  Kroll,J
71462 HVAC-1101-93

8:30 AM-11:30 AM

Saturday, April 12

LRC-725  Kroll,J
71463 HVAC-1101-94

8:30 AM-11:30 AM

Saturday, May 10

LRC-725  Kroll,J

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OSHA and Safety

 

OSHA Certification (10 hr.) - Monday & Tuesday, January 22 & 24

Cost: $225 CEU’s: .9

This 10-hour program is intended to provide instruction on a variety of general industry safety and health standard for workers. Those who complete the course will be awarded an OSHA certification card.

25026

LAWS-1101-90

4:00 PM-9:00 PM

LRC-728

Harman,G

 

OSHA Certification (20 hr.) - Mondays & Tuesdays, February 5-13

Cost: $450 CEU’s: 1.8

This 20-hour program is a follow-up to the 10-hour OSHA course and when combined with that course, will meet the 30-hour OSHA Certification card requirements. The 10-hour OSHA course is a prerequisite for this course.

25028

LAWS-1102-90

4:00 PM-9:00 PM

LRC-728

Harman,G

 

OSHA Certification (Construction) 10 hr. - Saturday, March 8

Cost: $225 CEU’s: .9

This course is designed to meet the requirements of OSHA for their 10 hour certification in construction. The instructor is authorized by OSHA to present the class and will provide course completion cards. Individual OSHA subjects will be covered that are relevant to working in the construction industry.

57767

LAWS-1113-90

7:30 AM-6:30 PM

LRC-728

Harman,G

 

OSHA Documentation/Recordkeeping - Friday, January 18 Cost: $49 CEU’s: .25

This three hour class is designed to assist you with your annual OSHA accident and illness report. The class consists of lecture with PowerPoin