Workforce & Continuing Education

Fall

2021 Workforce & Continuing Education

REGISTER ONLINE! www.epcc.edu/Academics/ContinuingEducation Registration Begins August 2nd Board of Trustees El Paso County Community College District

Dr. William Serrata College President

Mr. Brian Haggerty Dr. Carmen Olivas Mrs. Belen Robles Chair of the Board, Graham Secretary of the Board, District 2 Vice Chair of the Board, District 3 District 5

Mr. John E. Uxer, Jr. Ms. Christina Sanchez Ms. Nina Piña Ms. Bonnie Soria Najera Trustee, District 1 Trustee, District 4 Trustee, District 6 Trustee, District 7 What’s Inside...FALL 2021

BUSINESS/COMPUTERS/ ONLINE COURSES �� 27 TECHNICAL EDUCATION...... 3 Exam Preparation Computer Business Applications Personal Development Computer Skills Young Adult Courses CISCO ACADEMY CHILDRENS COLLEGE �� 29 Business Management/Technical Education STEM Real Estate Sports And Fitness Professional Floral Design Certificate Arts ONLINE COURSES Performing Arts HEALTH AND FITNESS ��9 Children’s/Teen ESL Program CPR and First Aid Young Rembrandts Emergency Medical Services SENIOR ADULT PROGRAM �� 31 Emergency Medical Technician Computer Warm-up Workshops For Seniors General Health Courses SMALL BUSINESS Health ed2go Courses MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE �� 34 Health Unit Coordinator SBMI SESSION DESCRIPTIONS �� 35 Medication Aide LANGUAGE INSTITUTE �� 37 Nursing Refresher CENTER FOR CORPORATE AND Nursing Assistant WORKFORCE TRAINING �� 41 Pharmacy Technician Corporate and Workforce Trainings Phlebotomy Technician Institute For Customer Service Excellence- Journey to Wellness Southwest Region Wellness ed2go Courses Automotive Technology Fitness Auto Collision and Repair Massage Therapy Building Trades Academy Continuing Education For Massage Therapists Electrical Technology Cosmetology Instructor Certificate Construction Technology Nail Technician Welding Technology LAW ENFORCEMENT �� 19 GENERAL INFORMATION ��50 CIVILIAN FIREARMS COURSES ��20 Registration And Payment MOTORCYCLE RIDER COURSE �� 22 Refunds PERSONAL ENRICHMENT �� 23 Parking On Campus Home and Garden Senior Adult Program Creative Arts Bacterial Meningitis Vaccine Requirement Music Financial Assistance Culinary Arts Frequently Asked Questions Transcrips & Certificates of Completion Locations Key to Codes Staff Registration Form Due to Covid-19 many courses are avaiable Online How to Register and are subject to change. Please visit www.epcc.edu/Academics/ContinuingEducation/ for up to date courses. El Paso County Community College District does Submit your CE Registration Form to our Admissions not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national Department at [email protected] for processing. origin, religion, gender, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity * Underlined Courses Are Workforce Education Course Manual Equivalent. BUSINESS/COMPUTERS/ Computer Skills TECHNICAL EDUCATION Introduction to Computers 48 hrs/4.8 CEUs Covers computer development & terminology; hardware requirements, and functions; software systems versus application, and the impact of computers, their capabilities and uses. For more information on the Leticia Guerra, Director course, please call (915) 831-2056. Contact our Team at 915-831-2790 or 915-831-2851 Course No. CAT 003/ITSC 1001* $323 (c)33296 TTh 7-8:20pm 8/24-12/9 VV AST365 M-Th (Lab) VV AST365 *Visit our Website often to learn about new course offerings: www.epcc.edu/academics/continuingeducation/ Introduction to Data Entry 64 hrs/6.4 CEUs *Visit is at our Virtual Office: Trains in data input. Includes source documents, conversion of source data into computer input media, input record layout design, and input ContinuingEducationforBusiness/TechnicalEducation/ coding PersonalEnrichment/Children’sCollege Course No. CAT 023/ITSW 1017* $431 (c)33297 TTh 5:30-6:50pm 8/24-12/9 VV AST349 M-Th (Lab) VV AST349 *Must be 17 years of age to register in any of the Business/ Computers/Technical Education Classes.

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These 8-hour accelerated online courses provide refresher training for on-the-go professionals. These courses are $90. Introduction to Microsoft Excel (Online) Course No. CAT 042/ITSW 1058* $ 90 16619 Sat 10am-noon 8/28-9/18 Online PowerPoint - Basic (Online) Course No. CAT 018/ITSW 1058* $90 Microsoft Office 2016 30 hrs/3.0 CEUs 16618 Sat 10am-noon 9/25-10/16 Online Provides a comprehensive review of Microsoft Office 2016. Presents No class on (11/27) an overview of essential computer concepts and Windows 10. Then you will move into the applications (Word, Excel, Access, and The Foundations to Microsoft Word (Online) PowerPoint). You‘ll work with an enhanced Ribbon interface and Course No. CAT 043/ITSW 1058* $90 application features that make Office even more powerful for cloud 27079 Sat 10am-noon 11/20-12/18 Online computing (SkyDrive, Skype, Collaboration, etc.) and communicating No class on (11/27) in real time as well as virtually. Course No. CAT 001/ITSC 1004* $200 16623 Sat 8:30am-10:30am 8/28-12/11 ASC B485 Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2016 24 hrs/2.4 CEUs Covers improved features and changes from Excel 2016. It presents the full array of essentials needed to work with values, charts, and text to create and format spreadsheets. Students will communicate in real time as well as virtually. This course benefits you if you need to capture records, report data in business, or maintain records in your home office.(Prerequisite: Knowledge of Windows.) Course No. CAT 028/ITSC 1022* $175 16624 Sat 10:30am-12:30pm 9/11-12/4 ASC B485 Operating System Security 64 hrs/6.4 CEUs Provides instruction in how to safeguard computer operating systems by demonstrating server support skills and designing and implementing a security system. Identifies security threats and monitor network security implementations. Uses best practices to configure operating systems to industry security standards. Course No. CAT 027/ITSY 2000* $431 (c)33298 Sat 11am-1:40pm 8/28-12/10 VV AST363 M-Sat (Lab) VV AST363

3 * Underlined Courses Are Workforce Education Course Manual Equivalent. Beginning Web Programming 64 hrs/6.4 CEUs CCNA 2: Switching, Routing, Develop skills in web programming including mark-up and scripting and Essentials 64 hrs/6.4 CEUs languages. (Prerequisite: CAT 003 (Introduction to Computers) Describes the architecture, components, and operations of routers and Course No. CAT 022/ITSE 1011* $431 switches in small networks and introduces wireless local area networks (c)33299 M 7-9:40pm 8/23 – 12/6 VV A1711 (WLAN) and security concepts; provides an in-depth understanding M-Th (Lab) VV A1721 of how routers and switches operate and are implemented in the LAN environment. Prerequisite: CAT 007 (CCNA 1:Introduction to Cybersecurity Networks) for Everyone (Online) 10 hrs/1.0 CEUs Course No. CAT 008/ITCC 1040* $431 If the idea of banking online, buying online, or having cameras in your (c)33302 MW 7-8:20pm 8/23-12/8 VV AST349 cell phones, laptops, or security cameras in your home or business (Open Lab) VV AST349 make you nervous, then you need the information in this course. This course will provide you with the strategies, skills, and mindset needed CCNA 3: Enterprise Networking to protect your money, your computer, your identity, and your privacy Security, and Automation 64 hrs/6.4 CEUs when you connect to the internet. Describes the architecture, components, operations, and security to Course No. CAT 047/HMSY 1011* $65 scale for large, complex networks, including wide area network (WAN) 16627 Th 7-9pm 9/9-10/7 Online technologies. Emphasizes network security concepts and introduces network virtualization and automation. Prerequisite: CAT 008 Introduction to (Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials) Procreate (Online) 16hrs/1.6 CEUs Course No. CAT 009/ITCC 2012* $431 Students will recreate the natural feel of physical drawing, while (c)33303 TTh 5:30-6:50pm 8/24-12/9 VV AST341 utilizing the practical advantages of a digital platform. Procreate (Open Lab) VV AST341 is designed for multi-touch and the Apple Pencil. It also supports a number of third-party styluses, and import/export to Adobe Photoshop. Business Management/ Prerequisite: Knowledge of Windows. (No class on 11/11) Course No. CAT 040 $96 Technical Education 16628 TTh 6-8pm 10/19-11/16 Online Communications in Management (Online) 48 hrs/4.8 CEUs Adobe Photoshop CC (Online) 24 hrs/2.4 CEUs Reviews letters, forms, and the methods of writing business letters. Provides the fundamentals to master the world’s leading photo Emphasizes solving business problems with written communications. retouching, color painting, and image editing program. Photoshop Practice is given in creating functional letters related to inquiry, excels as a graphics production tool, whether you are an artist who response, good will, sales, credit, and adjustment and collection. (All needs to create color images, or a photographer who wants to retouch material must be typed, but the students are not required to type it proofs, or a designer who wants to edit art work collages, or photo themselves). montages for print or the web. Course No. MGT 824/BMGT 1005* $323 Prerequisite: Working knowledge of Windows. (c)33305 8/23 – 12/10 Online Course No. CAT 005/GRPH 1051* $175 16629 TTh 6-8pm 9/7-10/14 Online Introduction to Accounting I (Online with Virtual Lab) 48 hrs/4.8 CEUs Introduction to PC Studies analyzing, classifying, and recording business transactions in Operating Systems 64hrs/6.4 CEUs a manual and computerized environment. Emphasizes understanding Studies the introduction to personal computer operating systems the complete accounting cycle and preparing financial statements, bank including installation, configuration, file management, memory and reconciliations, and payroll procedures and reporting. Prerequisite: storage management, control of peripheral devices, and use of utilities. Knowledge of Computerized Skills. Course No. CAT 021/ITSC 1005* $431 Course No. MGT 809/ACNT 1003* $323 (c)33300 TTh 5:30-6:50pm 8/24-12/9 VV AST365 (c)33306 8/23 – 12/10 Online M-Th (Lab) VV AST365 (Open Lab) Online CISCO ACADEMY Court Reporter Certification Preparation Students must purchase their own supplies and textbooks. (Online with Virtual Lab) 48 hrs/4.8 CEUs For more information call 915-831-2056 or email dnajera5@epcc. Preparation for taking the Texas CSR and the RPR examinations edu through the use of mock examinations. This course is designed to be repeated. Course No. PIE 450/CRTR 2031* $368 CCNA 1: Introduction to (c) 33307 8/23-12/10 Online Networks 64 hrs/6.4 CEUs (Open Lab) This course covers networking architecture, structure, and funcitons; introduces the principles and structure of IP addressing and the Court Reporting Briefs (Online) fundamentals of Ethernet concepts, media, and operations to provide a This course will provide students additional skills and knowledge to foundation for the curriculum. Prerequisite: CAT 003 (Introduction to enhance speed building by learning stenography briefs. (16 hours) Computers). Course No. PIE 214 $105 Course No. CAT 007/ITCC 1014* $431 16644 10/18-11/12 Online (c)33301 MW 5:30-6:50pm 8/23-12/10 VV AST349 M-Th (Lab) VV AST349

4 * Underlined Courses Are Workforce Education Course Manual Equivalent.

American Sign Language I Real Estate (Online) 16 hrs/1.6 CEUs The requirement for a real estate salesperson’s license in the Establishes a good foundation of the basic American Sign Language State of Texas is 180 contact hours. There are six mandatory (ASL). Students will learn ASL vocabulary and grammar, so they can courses. They are: Principles of Real Estate I and II, Law of communicate with hearing-impaired individuals. Agency, Law of Contracts, Promulgated Contract Forms, Course No. PIE 857/SLNG 1003* $105 and Real Estate Finance. For more information, please go to 16645 Sat 9-11am 9/11-10/30 Online https://www.trec.texas.gov Customs Broker Spring Term: (License Prep Course I) 30 hrs/3.0 CEUs •Principles of Real Estate I (30 hrs.) Examines all facets of the customs process, including customs rules and •Principles of Real Estate II (30 hrs.) regulations, the role and functions of brokers, and the NAFTA rules of Summer Term: origin. •Law of Agency (30 hrs.) Course No. CBL 718/IBUS 2003* $375 •Law of Contracts (30 hrs.) 16646 TWTh 6-8pm 9/7-10/7 VV B150 Fall Term: •Promulgated Contract Forms (30 hrs.) Customs Broker •Real Estate Finance (30hrs.) (License Prep Course II) 30 hrs/3.0 CEUs For students experienced in the basic principles of importing and Principles of Real exporting. Focuses on the statutory and regulatory provisions governing Estate I 30 hrs/3.0 CEUs U.S. import rules and procedures, and the classification and valuation Provides a beginning overview of licensing as a real estate broker or of merchandise according to the Harmonized Tariff Schedule.(No class salesperson. Includes ethics of practice as a license holder, titles to and on 11/11) conveyance of real estate, legal descriptions, deeds, encumbrances and Course No. CBL 719/IBUS 2003* $375 liens, distinctions between personal and real property, appraisal, finance 16647 TWTh 6-8pm 10/12-11/16 VV B150 and regulations, closing procedures, and real estate mathematics. (No class on 11/11) Course No. RES 820/RELE 1002* $207 16649 Th 6-9pm 9/9-11/18 VV B104 Students must check their EPCC email for course syllabus and class meeting information. Real Estate Finance 30 hrs/3.0 CEUs Required course for application of salesperson’s license. Provides an overview of the U.S. monetary system, primary and secondary money markets, sources of mortgage loans, federal government programs, loan applications, processes and procedure, closing costs, alternative instruments, law affecting mortgage lending and the State Housing Agency. Course No. RES 855/RELE 1020* $200 16650 M 6:30-9:30pm 9/13-11/15 VV B106 Students must check their EPCC email for course syllabus and class meeting information.

Preparation for Texas Landscape Promulgated Contract Forms 30 hrs/3.0 CEUs Irrigation Exam 42 hrs/4.2 CEUs Provides a review of promulgated contracts and addenda with emphasis A comprehensive study of applicable codes, laws, regulations, on contract use requirements. Meets the new educational requirements terminology, components, installation methods, design principles, for licensure instituted by Texas Real Estate Commission effective hydraulics control systems, and related information necessary for September 1, 2012 licensure and successful practice. Learn through classroom instruction, Course No. RES 816/RELE 1091* $200 laboratory exercises, and practical field experiences. Emphasizes the 16651 W 6:30-9:30pm 9/8-11/10 VV B106 design, installation, maintenance, and repair of sprinkler and irrigation Students must check their EPCC email for course syllabus and class systems. Prepares the student for Texas Landscape Irrigation License meeting information. Exam. Textbook fee is included. Course No. SDG 705/HALT 1033* $320 16648 TTh 6-9pm 9/7-10/21 VV A1510 Property Management 30 hrs/3.0 CEUs Covers the role of the property manager, landlord policies, operational guidelines, leases, lease negotiations, tenant relations, maintenance, UAS/Drone Workshop (Hybrid) reports, habitability laws, and the Fair Housing Act. (This course is not This introductory course is designed to provide students the knowledge a requirement by TREC - Texas Real Estate Commission.) of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) operations. The course will include Course No. RES 812/RELE 1016* $200 an overview of the basic operation of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles 16652 T 6-9pm 9/7-11/9 VV B104 (UAV’s) or drone, maintenance, individual’s flying skills, and Federal Students must check their EPCC email for course syllabus and Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations. (18 hours) class meeting information. Course No. CTE 100 $129 16636 Sat 9am-noon 9/11-10/16 VV B182 16637 W 6-9pm 9/8-10/13 VV B182 Students must check their EPCC email for course syllabus and class meeting information. 5 * Underlined Courses Are Workforce Education Course Manual Equivalent. Professional ONLINE COURSES Floral Design Certificate Our instructor-facilitated online courses from ed2go are informative, If you are of a creative nature and have a strong desire to fun, convenient, and highly interactive. All courses run for six weeks own your business or work in a floral shop, this program is (with a two-week grace period at the end). Courses are project-orientated designed to meet your needs. and include lessons, quizzes, hands-on assignments, discussion areas, supplementary links, and more. You can complete any course entirely To earn a certificate, students must complete the from your home or office, at any time of the day or night. following Continuing Education courses: *There are no refunds or transfers for ed2go classes. •Floral Design *Check funding to ensure the method of payment used to •Floral Design II cover cost is applicable to ed2go courses. •Sympathy Floral Techniques *No Registration allowed after registration deadlines: •Wedding Floral Techniques September 17th for September session & October 15th for •Flower Shop Management October session. Floral Design 48 hrs/4.8 CEUs How to get started: Principles of floral art with an emphasis in commercial design. Topics 1. Requirements: All courses require Internet access, e-mail, and include basic design styles and color harmonies; identification, use one of the following browsers: Mozilla, Firefox, Microsoft Internet and care of processing of cut flowers and foliage; mechanical aids and Explorer (9.0 or above) , Google Chrome, or Safari. Also, Adobe PDF containers; personal flowers; holiday designs; and plant identification plug-in (a free download obtained at (https://get.adobe.com/reader/). and care. (Supplies included in fee.) 2. To Register, send us your completed CE Registration Form by email Course No. SDG 913/FMKT 1001* $475 at [email protected] Call Marisela Lerma at (915) 831-2790, or 16653 TTh 6-9pm 9/7-10/28 VVB151 email at [email protected] for more information. Students must check their EPCC email for course syllabus and class 3. Visit our Online Instructional Center: meeting information. www.ed2go.com/epcc/ to check course/software requirements. 4. Suggested prerequisite for all online courses: Must be familiar with Floral Design II 33 hrs/3.3 CEUs computer. This class will include advanced floral design practices for the retail floral industry. Topics include contemporary floral arrangement styles Advanced MS Excel 2016 and trends. Prerequisite: SDG 913 (Floral Design) (Supplies included Master advanced features and functions of Microsoft Excel 2016, in fee.)(No class on 11/11 & 11/13) including data analysis tools, data tables and databases, Pivot tables Course No. SDG 914/FMKT 2031* $350 custom controls, importing external data, and conditional formatting. 16654 TTh 6-9pm 11/2-12/14 VV B151 Course No. PIO 044 $160 Students must check their EPCC email for course syllabus and class 16656 9/15-11/5 meeting information. 16657 10/13-12/3 Adv MS Excel 2019/Office365 Discover Microsoft Excel 2019/Office 365’s advanced functions and often overlooked features, which includes data analysis tools, data table and databases, custom controls, and Pivot Tables. Course No. PIO 093 $160 16658 9/15-11/0 16659 10/13-12/3 Intro to MS Access 2013 Discover how to build, edit, and maintain a database in Microsoft Access 2013, complete with tables, reports, forms, macros, and queries to give you fast access to all your important information. Course No. PIO 067 $125 16660 9/15-11/5 16661 10/13-12/3 Intro to MS Access 2019/Office365 This hands-on course will teach beginners how to use Microsoft Access 2019/Office 365 to build a database and customize the way data is stored. Course No. PIO 092 $150 16662 9/15-11/5 16663 10/13-12/3

6 Intro to MS Excel 2019/Office365 Computer Skills for the Workplace If you work with data of any kind, knowing how to create a spreadsheet Gain a working knowledge of the computer skills you’ll need to succeed is key to effectively managing and organizing information. This course in today’s job market. will introduce you to Microsoft Excel 2019 and teach you how to Course No. PIE 680 $125 use this powerful software. Do you manage large sets of numbers, 16687 9/15-11/05 names, dates or other pieces of information? If so, then you need to 16688 10/13-12/3 create worksheets to manage, store, organize, and even analyze this information. Distribution and Logistics Management Course No. PIO 099 $160 Distribution and logistics management is a critical company function. 16665 9/15-11/5 Professionals in this field play a key role in fulfilling customer 16666 10/13-12/3 demands, ordering, and managing inventory, controlling inbound and outbound shipments, reducing costs, saving time, and meeting company Intro to MS Excel 2016 objectives. Do you work with numbers? If so, become proficient in using Course No. PIE 659 $125 Microsoft Excel 2016 and discover how to create worksheets, 16690 9/15-11/5 workbooks, charts, and graphs quickly and efficiently. 16691 10/13-12/3 Course No. PIO 014 $150 16667 9/15-11/5 Fundamentals of Supervision and Management 16669 10/13-12/3 If you have recently been promoted to a supervisory or management position or want to learn how to become a more effective manager, Intro to MS PowerPoint 2016 this course will help you master the basics of business by learning the Take your PowerPoint from ordinary to extraordinary. In these sessions, language of management. you will learn to use PowerPoint 2016 (now available through Office Course No. PIE 630 $125 365) to create professional-quality slide presentations that grab and hold 16693 9/15-11/5 your audience’s attention from start to finish. 16694 10/13-12/3 Course No. PIO 042 $140 16670 9/15-11/5 Intro to Business Analysis 16671 10/13-12/3 Discover powerful techniques to improve your decision-making skills at work. This course will teach you quantitative methods, that will Intro to MS Project 2016 have you making better, more informed, and more effective business Use the popular project management software to plan, implement, and decisions. control projects, track costs and resources, and generate reports using Course No. PIO 009 $125 Gantt Chart and Calendar views. 16696 9/15-11/5 Course No. PIO 045 $140 16697 10/13-12/3 16673 9/15-11/5 16674 10/13-12/3 Project Management Fundamentals If you’re organized, perceptive, detail-oriented, and an excellent Intro to MS Word 2016 communicator, you just might have what it takes to succeed in the Discover how to use Word 2016 to type, edit, format, spell check, and fast-growing field of project management. print professional-looking documents, letters, and reports. Course No. PIE 794 $125 Course No. PIO 017 $135 16698 9/15-11/5 16676 9/15-11/5 16699 10/13-12/3 16677 10/13-12/3 Project Management Applications MS Excel Pivot Tables Become proficient at recruiting project team members and empowering Master all the features of Excel pivot tables, including little-known them to succeed. Increase the probability of project success by mas- options and settings, layouts, calculated fields, multi-level subtotals, tering the tricks of the trade: Earned Value Performance Measurement, Pivot Charts, Timelines, and Slicers. Gantt Charts, Network Scheduling, Work Breakdown Structure and Course No. PIO 047 $140 Cost-Volume Analysis. 16678 9/15-11/5 Course No. PIE 795 $125 16679 10/13-12/3 16701 9/15-11/5 16703 10/13-12/3 Administrative Assistant Fundamentals Rapid growth in the health, legal services, data processing, management, public relations, and other industries have created many new job opportunities for administrative assistants. Discover and master the essentials of managerial and staff support, information and records management, communications technology, travel and meeting coordination, space planning and office ergonomics. Course No. PIE 740 $125 16681 9/15-11/5 16682 10/13-12/3 Become a Grant Writing Consultant Increase your income while working from home by starting a grant writing consulting business. Course No. PIE 747 $125 16684 9/15-11/5 16685 10/13-12/03 7 Intro to CSS3 and HTML5 Discover how to use exciting new features in CSS3 and HTML5 to design animated interactive websites for desktops, laptops, and mobile devices. Course No. PIE 641 $125 16717 9/15 – 11/5 16718 10/13 – 12/3 Intro to Java Programming If you want to discover the computer programming but don’t have any prior experience, you’ll enjoy a tour of Java, one of the most widely used computer languages in the world. Course No. PIE 673 $125 16719 9/15 – 11/5 16720 10/13 – 12/3 Intro to InDesign CS6 Discover how to use Adobe InDesign CS6, the industry standard Real Estate Investing desktop publishing software program to design professional quality Want to invest in real estate but have no money and no idea where to letterheads, brochures, eBooks, and more. start? We will demystify the technical aspect of acquiring and profiting Course No. PIO 031 $130 from property. 16721 9/15 – 11/5 Course No. PIE 691 $135 16722 10/13 – 12/3 16704 9/15-11/5 Intro to Photoshop CS6 16706 10/13-12/3 Discover how to use Photoshop CS6, the world’s best graphics program Basic CompTIA A+ Cert. Prep. for photographers, to edit photos and create original images. The Basic CompTIA A+ Certification Prep course teaches you about Course No. PIO 013 $125 the hardware common to virtually every personal computer, including 16723 9/15 – 11/5 microprocessors, RAM, power supplies, motherboards, UEFI/BIOS, the 16724 10/13 – 12/3 system setup utility, the expansion bus, and input/output devices. You’ll discover how things work, how to configure everything and how to Intro to Photoshop CC troubleshoot in-real-world environments. Discover how to use Adobe Photoshop CC, the world’s best graphics Course No. PIE 765 $140 program, to edit and process photos and create original images. 16707 9/15 – 11/5 Course No. PIO 012 $125 16708 10/13 – 12/3 16725 9/15 – 11/5 16726 10/13 – 12/3 CompTIA Security+ Cert. Master the terms and concepts you need to pass the CompTIA Securi- Intro to Python 3 Programming ty+ SYO-401 exam and earn your Security+ certificate. Enhance your skills by adding Python to your programming skills. Course No. PIO 049 $140 While Python contains the same basic structures as other languages, it 16709 9/15 – 11/5 also offers unique functionality that makes your life as a programmer 16710 10/13 – 12/3 much easier. Course No. PIO 037 $130 Designing Effective Websites 16727 9/15-11/5 Discover powerful graphic design techniques and build websites that 16728 10/13-12/3 are both attractive and wickedly effective. Course No. PIO 020 $125 Intermediate Photoshop CC 16711 9/15 – 11/5 Explore the more advanced features of Intermediate Photoshop CC so 16712 10/13 – 12/3 you can re-edit photos and graphics, resize images, and create reusable page layout templates. How to get Started in Game Development Course No. PIO 065 $125 Take steps towards a new career in game development by building a 16729 9/15 – 11/5 foundation to design games in a wide variety of genres for different 16730 10/13 – 12/3 audiences and platforms. Course No. PIO 006 $125 Photoshop CC Digital Photographer 16713 9/15 – 11/5 Discover how to use Adobe Photoshop Creative Cloud (also called 16714 10/13 – 12/3 Photoshop CC) to edit and enhance your photographic images. Course No. PIO 050 $125 Intro to C# Programming 16731 9/15 – 11/5 Discover the fundamentals of computer programming with C+, the in- 16732 10/13 – 12/3 demand and incredibly useful programming language that incorporates the best features of Visual Basic, C+ and Java. Wireless Network Course No. PIO 056 $125 Industry expert shows you how wireless networking works, as well 16715 9/15 – 11/5 as how to plan, deploy, and connect to wireless networks. This course 16716 10/13 – 12/3 will remove the mystery and give you a thorough understanding of this fascinating and lucrative technology. Course No. PIO 030 $130 16733 9/15 – 11/5 16734 10/13 – 12/3 8 BLS, BLS Renewal and First Aid HEALTH AND FITNESS Basic Life Support (BLS) 5 hrs Cheryl Stiles, Director The American Heart Association course presents initial CPR for infants, children, and adults. Foreign-body airway obstruction, barrier devices, For more information email cehealthprogams@epcc. and automated external defibrillation (AED) training is included.Note: edu or call 915-931-7831, 915-831-7830 Textbook will be handed out in class. Cost of textbook is included in tuition. Students are not to wear shorts, dresses, or skirts to class. Meets EPCC specialized admission requirements for health students. GENERAL INFORMATION FOR CE Course No. AHP 422 $55 HEALTH COURSES. 32691 T 8am-1pm 8/3 RG A245 32692 Sat 8am-1pm 8/7 RG A245 Many of the health courses under Continuing Education have 32694 Th 8am-1pm 8/12 RG A245 admission requirements or prerequisites. These prerequisites are 32697 Sat 8am-1pm 8/14 RG A245 32699 W 8am-1pm 8/18 RG A245 mandated by state and federal laws and local clinical affiliates. 32700 Sat 8am-1pm 8/21 RG A245 32702 TTh 5:30-8pm 8/24-8/26 RG A245 Prerequisites Include: 32704 Sat 8am-1pm 8/28 RG A245 1. Immunizations—Hepatitis B, Varicella, Measles, 16270 Sat 8am-1pm 9/11 RG A245 Mumps, Rubella, Seasonal Flu, Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis 16271 Sat 1-6pm 9/18 RG A245 (Tdap), and Two Step Tuberculosis skin test 16272 Sat 9am-2pm 9/25 RG A245 16273 TTh 5:30-8pm 9/28-9/30 RG A245 2. Students with a hospital clinical rotation are required to have 16274 Sat 8am-1pm 10/2 RG A245 positive blood titers for Hepatitis B, Varicella, Measles 16275 Sat 1-6pm 10/9 RG A245 Mumps, and Rubella 16276 Sat 8am-1pm 10/16 RG A245 3. Physical Exam by a physician, physician’s assistant or nurse 16277 TTh 5:30-8pm 10/19-10/21 RG A245 practitioner licensed to practice in the UnitedStates. 16278 Sat 9am-2pm 10/23 RG A245 4. Background clearance using the approved EPCC vendor, 16279 Sat 9am-2pm 10/30 RG A245 American Databank, elpasoex.com (Complete 16280 Sat 9am-2pm 11/6 RG A245 once you have a seat reserved in class) 16281 Sat 1-6pm 11/13 RG A245 16282 TTh 5:30-8pm 11/16-11/18 RG A245 5. Drug screen using the approved EPCC vendor, American 16283 Sat 9am-2pm 11/20 RG A245 Databank, www.elpasoex.com (Complete once you have a 25917 Sat 8am-1pm 12/4 RG A245 seat reserved in class) 25918 T 8am-1pm 12/7 RG A245 6. Basic Life Support Provider Certification fromAmerican 25919 Sat 8am-1pm 12/11 RG A245 Heart Association 25921 T 8am-1pm 12/14 RG A245 7. Community wide orientation www.epcc.edu/Admissions/ BLS Renewal 4 hrs Orientation/community-wide-orientation Review of Basic Life Support Provider course to update your CPR skills and extend certification for two years.Prerequisite: You must be 8. HIPAA Training www.epcc.edu/Academics/Health/hipaa currently BLS certified to enroll in this class. Current BLS Provider card MUST be brought to class. Note: Textbook will be handed out 9. Course Specific Requirements—some courses have reading in class. The cost of textbook is included in tuition. Students are not to level and high school diploma or GED requirements. Reading level can be demonstrated through prior college course work wear shorts, dresses, or skirts to class. or by taking an approved reading placement test. First Aid Course No. SDH 760* $50 certification is also required for some courses. 32718 Sat 8am-noon 8/7 RG B205 32719 T 8am-noon 8/10 RG A245 10. EMT students are required to purchase a tracking system, 32721 Sat 8am-noon 8/14 RG B205 COMPLIO, from American Databank to assist them and 32723 F 8am-noon 8/20 RG A245 coordinators alike to be compliant with immunizations, 16284 W 5:30-9:30pm 9/8 RG B205 CPR, First Aid, physical, etc. This system will keep their 16285 Sat 2-6 pm 9/11 RG B205 clinical data compliant and updated. For more information, 16286 Sat 8am-noon 9/18 RG B210 contact Cynthia Kabariti at 915-831-7075. 16289 Sat 2-6pm 10/2 RG B205 For further information about these requirements, 16290 W 5:30-9:30pm 10/13 RG A245 16291 Sat 2-6pm 10/16 RG B210 call 915-831-4421. 16293 Sat 8am-noon 10/30 RG B210 16294 T 9am-1pm 11/9 RG A245 16296 Sat 8am-noon 11/13 RG B210 16297 W 5:30-9:30pm 11/17 RG A245 16299 T 9am-1pm 11/30 RG A245 25922 Sat 2-6 pm 12/4 RG B210 25923 Th 8am-noon 12/9 RG A245 25924 Sat 1-5pm 12/11 RG B210 25925 W 8am-noon 12/15 RG A245 *MUST BE CURRENTLY BLS CERTIFIED TO ENROLL.

9 * Underlined Courses Are Workforce Education Course Manual Equivalent. First Aid 8 hrs Coronal Polishing 8 hrs/.8 CEUs Properly applied first aid may mean the difference between life and Includes a brief discussion of the techniques and safety considerations death. Emphasizes fundamental principles and skills of standard first of coronal polishing. Hands-on instruction in the performance of aid. Prerequisite: Current BLS provider certification.Note: Textbook coronal polishing techniques is included. will be handed out in class. Cost of text is included in tuition. CPR Course No. AHP 758 $225 card must be brought to class 33197 Sat 8am-5pm 8/28 RG H118 Course No. SDH 971/EMSP 1026* $66 32739 W 8am-5pm 8/4 RG A245 Pit & Fissure Sealant 32741 F 8am-5pm 8/13 RG A245 Application 8 hrs/.8 CEUs 32743 Sat 8am-5pm 8/21 RG B205 Includes a brief discussion of the techniques, materials, and safety 32745 Sat 8am-5pm 8/28 RG B205 considerations for the placement of pit and fissure sealants. Hands-on 16302 TTh 5:30-9:30pm 8/31-9/2 RG B205 instruction in the application of sealants is included. 16306 TTh 5:30-9:30pm 9/21-9/23 RG B205 Course No. AHP 196 $225 16308 Sat 8am-5pm 9/25 RG B210 16325 Sat 8am-5pm 9/11 RG H118 16310 Sat 8am-5pm 10/9 RG B210 16312 Sat 8am-5pm 10/23 RG B210 Nitrous Oxide Sedation 16314 TTh 5:30-9:30pm 10/26-10/28 RG A245 Monitoring and Exam 8 hrs/.8 CEUs 16316 Sat 8am-5pm 11/6 RG B210 In accordance with TX State Rule, this course has been approved by 16319 Sat 8am-5pm 11/20 RG B210 the Texas State of Dental Examiners (TSBDE). Includes a discussion in 25926 F 8aam-5pm 12/10 RG safety considerations and legal aspects of nitrous oxide sedation with 25927 Th 8am-5pm 12/16 RG B205 an emphasis on the role and responsibilities in the monitoring of nitrous and oxide sedation. Course No. SDH 988 $225 *Must be currently BLS certified to enroll. 16327 Sat 8am-5pm 11/13 RG H118 CPR and First Aid for Industry 8 hrs Are you or your employees prepared to handle injuries that occur on the Emergency Medical Services job? Introduces adult CPR and the basic principles of standard first aid. It will be customized to address the types of injuries which might occur Advanced Cardiac Life in your workplace using the National Safety Council of Standards. The course can be taught at your location or at EPCC. The National Safety Support (ACLS) 12 hrs/1.2 CEUs Skill development for professional personnel practicing in critical care Council First Aid and CPR Textbook are included in the cost of the units, emergency departments, and paramedic ambulances. Establishes course. Call 831-7831 to schedule the course. a system of protocols for management of the patient experiencing Course No. SDH 252/EMSP 1026* $75 cardiac difficulties.Prerequisite: Must hold current BLS Provider certification.Texbook will be handed out in class. Dental Course No. SDH 929/EMSP 1019* $180 El Paso Community College offers the following dental 16328 Sat 8am-5pm 9/25-9/26 ASC B323 courses to meet TSBDE (https://tsbde.texas.gov/) continuing Sun 8am-noon education requirements for professional development and patient safety. Advanced Cardiac Life Support Refresher 8 hrs/.8 CEUs Dental Assistant must have at least 2 years of experience and a Refresher course for professional personnel practicing in critical care current CPR certification. units, emergency departments, and paramedic ambulances. Reviews the system of protocols for management of the patient experiencing cardiac Requirements for Coronal Polishing and Pit and Fissure difficulties.Prerequisite: Must hold current BLS Provider and Sealant Application Classes. ACLS certification.Texbook will be handed out in class. Course No. SDH 886/EMSP 2036* $100 For the clinical portion, students must: 16330 Sat 8am-5pm 10/9 ASC B323 • Wear scrubs and bring a lab coat (may be disposable) • Bring protective eyewear (must cover prescription eyewear) Pediatric Advanced Life • Bring a sterilized straight hand piece (for Coronal Polishing Support (PALS) 16 hrs/1.6 CEUs class only) A system of protocols for management of the pediatric patient experiencing difficulties in medical and/or trauma related emergencies. Patient information for clinical portion: Allows health care professionals, whose jobs are involved in the • Students enrolled in the Pit and Fissure Sealant medical care of pediatric patients to practice and improve their Application or Coronal Polishing course must knowledge and skills in pediatric assessment and resuscitation. bring a non-ortho patient age 6 and above. Prerequisite: Must hold current BLS Provider certification. • Pit and Fissure patient must bring readable bitewing Texbook will be handed out in class. x-rays. Patients must be at the dental clinic Course No. SDH 892/EMSP 1047* $200 no later than 12:30 p.m., and must be able to stay 16331 Sat 8am-5pm 11/13-11/14 ASC B323 for the remainder of the afternoon. Sun 8am-5pm

10 * Underlined Courses Are Workforce Education Course Manual Equivalent. Pediatric Advanced Life General Health Courses Support (PALS) Refresher 8 hrs/.8 CEUs A review of Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) course allows (c) This course runs concurrently with the credit course and is health care professionals, whose jobs are involved in the medical care limited to students age 17 and older. Please see page 9. of pediatric patients to review, practice, and improve the knowledge Concurrent Courses. and skills in pediatric assessment and resuscitation. Prerequisite: Must hold current BLS Provider and PALS certification.Texbook will be Essentials of Medical handed out in class. Terminology (Online) 32 hrs/3.2 CEUs Course No. SDH 653/EMSP 2036* $100 Studies common medical terminology, word origin, structure, and 25946 Sat 8am-5pm 12/4 ASC B323 application. Course No. AHP 792/HPRS 1006* $300 Emergency Medical Technician (c)33253 Online TBA 8/23-12/10 Online To register for the following concurrent EMT courses, students Essentials of Medical law/Ethics must present the following prerequisites to Cynthia Kabariti via email: [email protected]. Please call 915-831-7075 for more for Health Professionals 32 hrs/3.2 CEUs information: Introduces the relationship between legal aspects and ethics in health • High School Diploma or GED care, with emphasis on responsibilities of health care professionals. • Proof of 12th grade reading level Course No. SDH 758/HPRS 1005* $300 • BLS certification card within the last six months (c)33254 Online TBA 8/23-12/10 Online • Copy of current Health Insurance • Inmunizations Tracker (COMPLIO) Health Care • See Page 9 for further requirements. Communications 80 hrs/8.0 CEUs Provides the methods of communication with clients, clients support (c) This course runs concurrently with the credit course and is groups, health care professionals, and external agencies. limited to students age 17 and older. Please see page 52. Course No. AHP 426/HPRS 2032* $425 (c)16298 Online TBA 9/7-12/10 Online EMT-Basic This two-part course covers the principles and skills of pre-hospital Interpretation of Lab emergency medical care. The clinical includes ambulance and hospital Results (Online) 32 hrs/3.2 CEUs experience. Upon successful completion, students can take the State Introduces interpretation of commonly ordered laboratory test results Certification Exam for EMT-Basic. used to evaluate patient’s status. Students must enroll for SDH 884 and SDH 872 concurrently. Course No. AHP 510/HPRS 1009* $300 (c)33255 Online TBA 8/23-12/10 Online Emergency Medical Technician – Basic 160 hrs/16.0 CEUs Pharmacology for Health Introduces the level of Emergency Technician (EMT)- Basic. Includes Professionals 48 hrs/4.8 CEUs all the skills necessary to provide emergency medical care at a basic life Drug classification, actions, therapeutic uses, adverse effects, and routes support level with an ambulance service or other specialized services. of administration. Corequisite: SDH 872 Clinical Emergency Medical Technology/ Course No. AHP 793/HPRS 2000* $425 Technician I. Students are strongly encouraged to take Anatomy (c)33256 Online TBA 8/23-12/10 Online and Physiology if they plan to take advanced EMT courses. Course No. SDH 884/EMSP 1001* $625 (c)33247 MWF(lec) 8-11:20am 8/23-12/10 MDP L153 Lab TBA (c)33248 MWF(lec) 1-4:20pm 8/23-12/10 MDP L153 Lab TBA (c)33249 MF(lec) 5:30-8:50pm 8/23-12/10 ASC B323 W (lec) 5:30-9:30pm Lab TBA Clinical-Emergency Medical Technology/ Technician - I 80 hrs/8.0 CEUs Provides a health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. Corequisite: EMT-Basic. Course No. SDH 872/EMSP1060* $161 (c)33250 M-Sun TBA 8/23-12/10 TBA (c)33251 M-Sun TBA 8/23-12/10 TBA (c)33252 M-Sun TBA 8/23-12/10 TBA

11 HEALTH ED2GO COURSES Spanish for Medical Professionals II (Online) 24 hrs The following classes are offered online throughed2go . All This course picks up where the first course left off. Designed for courses run for six weeks (with a two-week grace period at healthcare providers who already have a pretty good sense of Spanish the end). Courses are project-orientated and include lessons, but need more medical vocabulary to sharpen their skills. quizzes, hand-on assignments, discussion areas, supplementary Course No. AHP 399 $115 links, and more. Courses can be completed in the comfort of 16334 Self-paced course 9/15-11/5 Online your home or office at a time convenient to your schedule. 16335 Self-paced course 10/13-12/3 Online

How to Get Started and Register 1. Courses require Internet access, an email account, and one of the following web browsers: Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Internet, or Safari. Also, the latest Adobe Flash Player and PDF plug-ins (available for free download adobe.com/downloads ) 2. To register complete the CE Registration form and email to the Admissions office to: [email protected] or fax to (915) 831-2161. 3. Call Sandra at (915)831-7830 or email at [email protected] for login information. 4. Visit our Online Instructional Center at www.ed2go.com epcc/ to check course information and software requirments. Medical Math 24 hrs Master medical calculations in an engaging environment! In these fun NOTE: There are no refunds or transfers to different part of term and practical lessons gain the medical math skills you need to calculate for ed2go classes. dosages and use scientific formulas. Review of fractions, decimals, percentages, and cover the measurement systems and conversions used in the medical field. Before long, you will be doing real world dosage Spanish for Medical Professionals calculations for oral, parenteral, and intravenous medications. Learn ed2Go (Online) 24 hrs basic statistics with applications to the medical field. Whether you are Learn medical Spanish quickly and easily, honing your basic new to medical math or want to enhance your skills, this course will conversational skills and mastering key healthcare words and phrases. give you the confidence you need to perform calculations with ease. Course No. AHP 239 $115 Course No. AHP 282 $115 16332 Self-paced course 9/15-11/5 Online 16336 Self-paced course 9/15-11/5 Online 16333 Self-paced course 10/13-12/3 Online 16337 Self-paced course 10/13-12/3 Online

Certificate in End of Life Care 18 hrs The U.S. population is aging at a rapid rate, and the number of individuals who are living with debilitating, chronic, or terminal illnesses is also increasing. Demand for knowledgeable providers to meet the needs of this population is dramatically increasing. New jobs are being developed, and new services created. If you are a health professional who works with this population, this program will provide you with continuing professional education to help you gain a broad understanding of this special area of care and stay current with emerging trends. Course No. AHP 794 $114 16338 Self-paced course 9/15-11/5 Online 16339 Self-paced course 10/13-12/3 Online Certificate in Gerontology 25 hrs Designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of individuals who work with older adults by providing an educational experience that is multidisciplinary in nature. With the population aging at a rapid rate, the demand for knowledgeable providers to meet the needs of this population is dramatically increasing. New jobs are being, developed and new services created. Health professionals who work with the older population will need continuing professional education to gain a broad understanding of the field of gerontology and to stay current with emerging trends. Course No. AHP 795 $150 16340 Self-paced course 9/15-11/5 Online 16341 Self-paced course 10/13-12/3 Online

12 * Underlined Courses Are Workforce Education Course Manual Equivalent. Certificate in Pain Assessment Health Unit Coordinator and Management 12 hrs Pain assessment and management is a crucial part of compassionate and Health Unit effective patient care. Many providers, patients, families, and regulatory Coordinator (Hybrid) 96 hrs/9.6 CEUs agencies are requiring health care providers to be more accurate with The health unit coordinator performs clerical, reception, their pain assessment skills and more effective in their pain management communication, and coordination of tasks for the nursing unit. strategies. Scientific advancements in the understanding of mechanisms Includes medical terminology, communication skills, and departmental of pain, multidisciplinary methods of assessment and management, and procedures and functions. Topics include an introduction to medical the improvement of medications to treat pain have contributed to the charts and forms, medical law and ethics, satisfying management, wealth of knowledge in this area. and physician order transcription in healthcare facilities. Corequisite: Course No. AHP 317 $72 Student must also enroll in AHP 111. Prerequisites: See page 9 for 16342 Self-paced course 9/15-11/5 Online general requirements. GED/High School diploma and tested 10th grade 16343 Self-paced course 10/13-12/3 Online reading level required. Enrollment is limited to 12 students. Please call the division office at 831-7831 for further information. Certificate in Infectious Diseases Course No. AHP 110/HUWC 1003* $224 & Infection Control 13 hrs 33310 M-F self-paced-online 8/23-12/10 Online This online course offers insights into infectious diseases that are essential for medical professionals. Basic techniques and procedures Health Unit Coordinator for preventing the transmission of infectious disease will be presented. Clinical 70 hrs/7.0 CEUs Also the most common and dangerous infectious diseases: influenza, On-site clinical instructor providing detailed education, training, and pneumonia, tuberculosis, hepatitis, HIV/AIDs, zoonoses (diseases work based experience. Corequisite: Students must enroll in AHP 110. that are spread from pets to people), and tickborne diseases. Emerging Course No. AHP 111/HUWC 1060* $168 global infectious diseases (EIDs), which threaten individuals, families, 33311 M-F TBA 8/23-12/17 Private Hosp. and communities throughout the developing world will be examined. Course is approved for continuing education credit for nurses, diabetic educators, and massage therapists. Course No. AHP 441 $80 16346 Self-paced course 9/15-11/5 Online 16347 Self-paced course 10/13-12/3 Online Certificate in Healthy Aging 10 hrs An overview of specific aspects of aging to provide a long-term foundation for treatment of the senior community and overall health during the later years of life. Learn the relationship between nutrition and aging. Explore the characteristics of the healthy aging brain and examine how cognitive function can be maintained into old age. Discover the ways physical activity can enhance well-being for seniors and uncover the keys to longevity. Explore the role that intimacy and sexuality play in the health of seniors. Course No. AHP 472 $75 16344 Self-paced course 9/15-11/5 Online 16345 Self-paced course 10/13-12/3 Online HIPAA Compliance 24 hrs Health care professionals must take careful steps to protect protected health information (PHI). This course will demystify compliance of HIPAA, ARRA/HITECH, ACA, ASCA, PSQIA, and OMNIBUS rules. Learn the lingo and identify the important players. Avoid civil and criminal penalties for non-compliance. Course No. AHP 471 $115 16350 Self-paced course 9/15-11/5 Online 16351 Self-paced course 10/13-12/3 Online TEAS Prep Series 48 hrs Nursing is a high-demand but competitive field. Entering the profession starts with nursing school, and admission to nursing school partially depends on your Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) exam score. Many nursing schools uses this standardized exam to a candidate’s reading, math, science, and English and language skills. TEAS Prep 1 focuses on Reading and English and Language Usage. TEAS Prep 2 focuses on Mathematics and Science. You will learn valuable study skills, practice sample exam questions, and establish a test taking strategy for each exam day. Course No. AHP 533 $210 16352 Self-paced course 9/15-11/5 Online 16353 Self-paced course 10/13-12/3 Online

13 * Underlined Courses Are Workforce Education Course Manual Equivalent. Medication Aide Nursing Refresher Includes a 16-week online instruction course through Austin Continuing Education Rules Community College, a skills lab review course, and a clinical for Medication Aides preceptorship. Appropriate for both RNs and LVNs. Nurses review The Texas Health and Human Services Commission basic medical surgical nursing knowledge and skills in preparation (THHSC) requires that medication aides attend a seven-hour for returning to the clinical setting. Medication Aide Update course to maintain certification. THHSC recommends that medication aides take the update Students will take online theory portion with Austin Community course at least 90 days prior to the expiration date of their College and the Nursing Skills Lab Review at EPCC. Students will be permit. Students must bring their Medication Aide permit placed in local hospital with a preceptor for the clinical portion. number to class so the hours can be reported to THHSC. This course is designed for: Renewal notices are sent out to Medication Aides via 1. Currently licensed nurses (RN/LVN) who have been away email from sender that says SMT Notice registrations@ from the clinical setting for a period of time and who want a isoqualitytesting.com or by mail. Medication Aides should good medical/surgical refresher before going back to check their email and mailbox daily for their renewal notice. the clinical setting. 2. Nurses who are applying for reinstatement of their Texas nursing license and who need and/or are required to complete Medication Aide Update 7 hrs/.7 CEUs a nursing refresher course. Fulfills the annual renewal requirements for Certified Medication 3. Nurses from another state/country (nurse must be eligible Aides according to specifications of the Texas Health and Human for Texas licensure) who are applying for Texas nursing Services Commission. NOTE: Course is offer online via Blackboard. licensure and are required to complete a nursing refresher Students need their EPCC email account to login to Blackboard. course. To receive full credit, students must complete and submit all assignments before the end of class date. Students must register 2 weeks before the start of class The following clinical prerequisites need to be submitted to the Course No. SDH 921/NURA 1041* $50 Continuing Education office located at the Administrative Services 16354 F-M self-paced online 10/1-10/4 Online Center, Room B470. 25928 F-M self-paced online 12/3-12/6 Online Prerequisites for the course are as follows: • Current RN or LVN license or temporary permit • BLS provider certification (American Heart Association) • Physical exam from a licensed U.S. physician, nurse practitioner or Physician’s Assistant • Background Clearance • Drug Screen • Community Wide Orientation - www.epcc.edu/Admissions/Orientation/community-wide- orientation • HIPAA Training- www.epcc.edu/Academics/Health/hipaa Immunizations/Titers • Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis (Tdap)-Expires after 10 years • Two Step Tuberculosis Skin Test • Influenza (seasonal) • POSITIVE TITER required for Hepatitis B; must have had vaccination series of 3 (can take 4-6 months to complete) or Twinrix (Hepatitis A & B) series of 4 shots, Days: #0, #7, #21, & 365 (booster) - or disease prior to TITER • POSITIVE TITER required for each: Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) must have had vaccinations or disease prior to TITER • POSITIVE TITER required for Varicella; must have had vaccinations or disease prior to TITER

14 * Underlined Courses Are Workforce Education Course Manual Equivalent. Re-Entry Nursing Update - Online 128 hrs Pharmacy Technician LVN Refresher Theory - Online 128 hrs Interested students need to contact Wendy Pickard, Nurse Re-Entry (c) This course runs concurrently with the credit course and is Program Coordinator at Austin Community College at (512) 223-7719 limited to students age 17 and older. Please see page 52. Concurrent or by email at [email protected] courses.

For further information on course and registration visit Pharmacy Terminology 32 hrs/3.2 CEUs Provides a study of word origins and structure through the introduction www.continue.austincc.edu/nursing of prefixes, suffixes, and root words as it relates to a pharmaceutical setting. Focuses on translation and recognition of commonly used Professional Nursing Review 18 hrs/1.8 CEUs pharmacy abbreviations. Course No. AHP 354/RNSG 2030* $100 Course No. AHP 393/PHRA 1015* $300 TBA RG Nursing Lab (c)33257 TBA 8/26-12/14 Online Clinical-Licensed Practical/ Pharmaceutical Vocational Nursing Training 80 hrs/8.0 CEUs Mathematics I 80 hrs/8.0 CEUs Course No. SDH 979/VNSG 1060* $250 Offers pharmaceutical mathematics including reading, interpreting, TBA TBA Local Hospital and solving calculation problems encountered in the preparation and distribution of drugs. Includes conversion of measurements within Clinical-Nursing Registered the apothecary, avoirdupois, and metric systems with emphasis on the Nurse Training 80 hrs/8.0 CEUs metric system of weight and volume. Includes topics on ratio and pro- Course No. SDH 157/RNSG 1060* $250 portion, percentage, dilution and concentration, mill equivalents, units, TBA TBA Local Hospital intravenous flow rates, and solving dosage problems. Course No. AHP 776/PHRA 1009* $375 For further information call 915-831-7830. (c)33258 MW 8:30-9:50am 8/23-12/10 Online MW(lab) TBA RG B309 Nursing Assistant - Hybrid Pharmacy Drug Therapy and Interested in a health career? The nursing assistant course is an excellent Treatment 96 hrs/9.6 CEUs starting place. Nursing assistants are the caregivers who help patients Studies therapeutic agents, their classifications, properties, actions, and of all ages perform the most basic day-to-day tasks. Nursing assistant effects on the human body and their role in the management of disease. is one of the fastest growing occupations in the nation. Prerequisites Provides detailed information regarding drug dosage, side effects, for this course are listed on page 9. Textbook is required. Students interactions, toxicities, and incompatibilities. MUST have book on the first class. Student must be 17 years old by Course No. AHP 777/PHRA 1041* $675 the first day of class.*Please contact division office for clarification of (c)33259 MW 10-11:20am 8/23-12/10 Online prerequisites. TBA(lab) RG B309 Online TBA Proof of prerequisites must be submitted to the Continuing Education office prior to registration. Enrollment is limited. Compounding Sterile Preparation and Aseptic Technique 80 hrs/8.0 CEUs Call 915-831-7831 or more information. Studies the sterile products, legal and regulatory guidelines, hand washing techniques, pharmaceutical calculations, references, safety Nursing Assistant - Theory 120 hrs/12.0 CEUs techniques, aseptic techniques in parenteral compounding, proper Presents the concepts and skills required to provide basic patient care use of equipment, preparation of sterile products, and safe handling in a health care facility or in a person’s home. Topics include: patient’s of antineoplastic drugs. Permission from instructor is required for rights, communication, safety, observation, reporting, and assisting admission, call 831-4490. patients in maintaining basic comfort and safety. Emphasis on effective Course No. SDH 276/PHRA 1045* $456 interaction with members of the health care team. (c)33260 T 8-8:50pm 8/19-5/11 Online Course No. AHP 117/NURA 1091* $215 Th 8-9:50pm 8/21-5/13 Online 33203 M-F lecture self-paced 8/16-9/10 Online Lec TBA Online 16359 M-F lecture self-paced 9/27-10/22 Online 16360 M-F lecture self-paced 11/8-12/3 Online Nursing Assistant Clinical 80 hrs/8.0 CEUs A work-based learning direct patient care experience that allows students to apply knowledge learned in the Nursing Assistant class. (Note: Students must pay Professional Practice Insurance fee within the semester of the clinical.) Course No. AHP 118/NURA 1060* $215 16361 M-F 7am-3pm 9/13-9/24 RG A236 16362 M-F 7am-3pm 10/25-11/5 RG A236 25929 M-F 7am-3pm 12/6-12/17 RG A236

15 * Underlined Course Are Workforce Education Course Manual Equivalent. Phlebotomy Technician Easy Ways to Detox Your Body Explores different areas in our life where we can make small, easy changes and optimize our health. We will cover how diet, exercise, Phlebotomy Technician sleep, environmental toxins, toxins in our homes, supplementation and Theory - Hybrid 90 hrs/9.0 CEUs stress influence on our health and what we can do in each area to have Prepares students for entry level positions in Phlebotomy and optimal health. We will explore how we can benefit our cardiovascular, Laboratory support services. Upon completion, students are eligible to digestive, reproductive, nervous and immune systems as well as how sit for the phlebotomy technician examination offered by the American this can contribute to weight loss/management, energy and healthy skin/ Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP). The course presents principles hair. (4 hours) and procedures, both theoretical and practical, associated with the Course No. AHP 413 $31 collection of clinical blood specimens. Course includes anatomy 16365 W 6-8pm 10/20-10/27 Online and physiology of the cardiovascular system, specimen collection, processing and handling; laboratory operations (safety, QC, QA, etc), Healthy Through the Holidays professionalism, ethics, legal issues, safety, infection control, medical Maintaining a healthy weight is challenging during the holidays. terminology, etc. Skills learned include venipuncture, skin puncture, We want to enjoy ourselves, but also stay healthy. In this workshop special blood collections, etc. Prerequisites see page 9 for general participants will learn some simple steps to maintain a healthy weight, requirements. High School diploma or GED and tested 10th grade enjoy the holidays, and have more energy. (2 hours) reading level are required. Corequisite: Students must also enroll Course No. AHP 501 $20 in Phlebotomy Technician Clinical SDH 785. Enrollment is limited 16366 W 6-8pm 11/17 Online to 24 students. Students must purchase the required class textbook, scrubs, and an EPCC patch. Please call the division office at Wellness ed2go Courses 915-831-7830 for further information. Course No. SDH 779/PLAB 1023* $300 The following classes are offered online throughed2go . All 33205 T,Th self-pace lecture 8/24-12/10 Online courses run for six weeks (with a two-week grace period at M-F TBA(lab) TBA RG H233 the end). Courses are project-orientated and include lessons, 33206 T,Th self-pace lecture 8/24-12/10 Online quizzes, hand-on assignments, discussion areas, supplementary M-F TBA(lab) TBA RG H233 links, and more. Courses can be completed in the comfort of your home or office at a time convenient to your schedule. Phlebotomy Technician Clinical 120 hrs/12.0 CEUs How to Get Started and Register- This course must be taken concurrently with Phlebotomy Technician 1. Courses require Internet access, an email account, and one of Theory. Students will demonstrate venous and capillary blood drawing the following web browsers: Google Chrome, Mozilla techniques and procedures required to perform as an entry level Firefox, Microsoft Internet, or Safari. Also, the latest Adobe Phlebotomy Technician, based on Clinical and Laboratory Standards Flash Player and PDF plug-ins (available for free download Institute (CLSI) current standards. Students will be required to travel to adobe.com/downloads) various clinical sites and be available 12-15 hours a week for clinicals. Co-requisite: Students must also enroll in Phlebotomy Technician 2. To register complete the CE Registration form and email to Theory, SDH 779. NOTE: Students must pay the Professional the Admissions office to: [email protected] or fax to Practice insurance fee in the semester of the clinical. (915) 831-2161. Course No. SDH 785/PLAB 1060* $200 3. Call Sandra at (915)831-7830 or email [email protected] for 33207 M-Sat TBA 8/23-12/17 Private Facility log-in information. 4. Visit our Online Instructional Center at www.ed2go.com/ epcc/ to check course information and software requirements. Journey to Wellness NOTE: There are no refunds or transfers to different part of tems for ed2go classes. The following wellness classes are offer online via Microsoft Teams. Lose Weight and Keep It Off Courses require internet access and an active epcc email account Do you want to lose weight and keep it off? Now you can! This course to log in. Students are encouraged to keep their records current is taught by a registered dietitian and nutrition educator. Discover how by completing the registration form. to establish a healthy approach to successful weight loss and weight maintenance for a lifetime; master how to set and achieve weight loss and weight maintenance goals and receive practical tips to develop Mindfulness Tricks to healthier eating and exercise habits. (24 hours) Decrease Stress and Anxiety Course No. AHP 299 $115 In a world where it is normal to feel stressed, mindfulness is a great 16367 Self-paced course 9/15-11/5 Online tool to retrain your brain to live more in the present. Mindfulness 16368 Self-paced course 10/13-12/3 Online offers physical, emotional, and mental benefits, often having immediate effects. Learn simple mindfulness techniques to ease anxiety and calm your mind. (2 hours) Introduction to Natural Healing Designed for anyone interested in promoting wellness, balance, and Course No. AHP 526 $20 health in their daily lives. Evaluate your current lifestyle and learn how 16364 M 6-8pm 9/22 Online your behaviors can affect your health. Explore naturopathy, learn proper breathing techniques, and discover the value of hydrotherapy, diet, biorhythms, and fasting. By the end of this course, you will be able to take charge of your own health and healing! (24 hours) Course No. AHP 771 $115 16369 Self-paced course 9/15-11/5 Online 16370 Self-paced course 10/13-12/3 Online 16 Hatha Yoga (Online) Hatha Yoga releases tension and creates energy. Through yoga, cultivate the natural beauty of your body by attaining a high level of health. Covers the fundamental postures and breathing techniques utilized in yoga philosophy. Positive side effects include increased vitality, mental stimulation and rejuvenation, elasticity of the body tissue, and relief from stress or trauma. Develops a treatment awareness of the individual as a whole. Students find the potential for a lifetime of stress relief, the emergence of hidden beauty, and a more positive attitude. (12 hours) Note: No class will be held on September 6 and November 11. Instructor Maria Castillo Course No. SDH 127 $75 33208 MW 9-10am 8/23-10/4 Online Certificate in Energy Medicine 33209 TTh 9-10am 8/24-9/30 Online Explore the use of healing energy medicine techniques in health care, 16381 MW 6-7pm 10/6-11/15 Online including meditation, acupuncture, qigong, sound and music therapy, 16382 TTh 6-7pm 10/5-11/16 Online and gentle hand techniques such as Reiki and reflexology. (10 hours) Course No. AHP 414 $60 Zumba for Lunch (Online) 16371 Self-paced course 9/15-11/5 Online Take advantage of this 50-minute cardio dance workout. Inspired by 16372 Self-paced course 10/13-12/3 Online cumbia, salsa, and merengue music, people are falling in love with the music, easy to follow steps, and body benefiting results. (12 hours) Certificate in Complementary and Note: No class will be held on September 6 and November 11. Instructor will make up classes on Fridays only. Alternative Medicine Course No. AHP 301 $75 Today’s health care system is evolving in its approach to the health 33210 M-Th 12:05-12:50pm 8/23-9/9 Online and care of a culturally and ethnically diverse client population. In the 16383 M-Th 12:05-12:50pm 9/13-9/30 Online United States, the aging population, an increasing public awareness 16384 M-Th 12:05-12:50pm 10/4-10/21 Online of major risk factors contributing to chronic illness, and the public’s 16385 M-Th 12:05-12:50pm 10/25-11/15 Online growing desire for alternative health care options are just a few of the 25932 M-Th 12:05-12:50pm 11/29-12/16 Online factors behind the expanding interest in complementary and alternative medicine (CAM). Rapidly gaining in popularity, CAM is used by more than 40% of the U.S. population. Explore the exciting growing field of holistic and integrative health in this comprehensive certificate program designed for medical providers and consumers.(24 hrs) Course No. AHP 250 $144 16373 Self-paced course 9/15-11/5 Online 16374 Self-paced course 10/13-12/3 Online

Fitness INFORMATION FOR ALL YOGA CLASSES Students should wear clothing that allows for complete freedom of movement in all directions and have a yoga Zumba (Online) mat, a set of two yoga blocks, and a yoga strap/towel. Cardio dance workout with a Latin flair--Ditch the workout and join the Bolsters, blankets, and dressing in top layers to adjust party! The hottest and most exciting workout sizzling its way across for room temperature is strongly recommended. America! Inspired by cumbia, salsa, and merengue music, people are falling in love with the music, easy to follow steps, and body benefiting You will need a device with access to stable internet results. (12 hours)Note: No class will be held on September 6 and connection for live streaming of class or to access November 11. Instructor will make up classes on Fridays only. links to recorded classes at a time convenient to your Course No. AHP 120 $75 schedule. 33211 M-Th 5-6pm 8/23-9/9 Online 33212 M-Th 6-7pm 8/23-9/9 Online 16387 M-Th 5-6pm 9/13-9/30 Online Virtual Yoga from Inside Out 16388 M-Th 6-7pm 9/13-9/30 Online This class holistically combines instruction on yogic breathing, 16389 M-Th 5-6pm 10/4-10/21 Online meditation, and physical postures. Suggestions for modifications allow 16390 M-Th 6-7pm 10/4-10/21 Online students to enjoy the benefits of the classical poses even though the 16391 M-Th 5-6pm 10/25-11/15 Online original pose may be beyond their reach. Accessible to adults of all 16392 M-Th 6-7pm 10/25-11/15 Online ages and yoga backgrounds, each class respects every student’s age 25930 M-Th 5-6pm 11/29-12/16 Online and physical abilities, including his or her energy level on a given 25931 M-Th 6-7pm 11/29-12/16 Online day. Learn how to reduce stress, increase balance, mobility, strength, flexibility, and enhance physical and mental well-being. Experience hatha yoga as optimum health for the rest of your life. Instructor Litsu Rehak Course No. AHP 466 $75 16375 Sat 9-10:30am 8/28-10/16 Online 16376 Sat 10:30am-noon 8/28-10/16 Online 16377 Sat 9-10:30 10/23-12/11 Online 16378 Sat 10:30am-noon 10/23-12/11 Online 16379 T 5:30-7pm 8/24-10/12 Online 16380 T 5:30-7pm 10/19-12/7 Online 17 Golf Learn the fundamentals of golf and swing like a pro. Designed for all Cosmetology Instructor Certificate skill levels to improve the swing and lower the score. Classes held at Do you have at least three years of recent cosmetology experience? Ascarate Park, 6900 Delta. Students are responsible for all park fees and Are you interested in training students about the treatment of hair, for purchasing their own range balls. Classes are taught by PGA Golf skin and nails, and health and safety? The 500-hour cosmetology Professional Mike Smith. (6 hrs) instructor program prepares you for state licensure in the field.Y ou Course No. SDH 104 $94 will learn TDLR regulations related to testing and licensing, lesson 16393 Th 6-7:30pm 10/7-10/28 6900 Delta plan development, learning styles and motivation, and classroom Ascarate Golf Course management, evaluation, and assessment. Massage Therapy Admission requirements for the program are: •Must be at least 18 years of age The 525-hour continuing education Massage Therapy Certificate •High School diploma or GED Program prepares individuals for state licensure through the Texas •Tested 10th grade reading level Department of Licensing and Regulation. The Program is held •Current operator license at the Administrative Services Center, located at 9050 Viscount. •Three years of verifiable experience as a licensed cosmetology The massage suite is a state-of-the-art facility, with classrooms, operator internship room, and spa facilities. Students are introduced to •Ability to meet the physical demands required of a advanced techniques such as sports, prenatal, and spa massage. cosmetology instructor. Professionalism and safe practice are emphasized throughout the course. Call 831-7715 for more information. Program Admission Requirements: •High School diploma or GED •Reading level of 10th grade or above •Current American Heart Association BLS Certification •Current First Aid Certification •Students under 22 years of age need a meningitis vaccine •Orientation *Financial assistance may be available for individuals who qualify. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at Nail Technician www.fafsa.ed.gov at least 8 weeks before registration. Are you artistic? Do you enjoy working with people? Would you For more information call Isabel Castillo at 831-6547 like to be your own boss? Become a nail technician and earn a good or send an email to [email protected] salary! Jobs for nail technicians are projected to grow by 16 percent, faster than the estimated 11 percent average for all occupations. Our Massage Therapy 624-hour course prepares students to sit for the Texas Department of Fundamentals 125 hrs/12.5 CEUs Licensing and Regulation Manicurist written and practical exams. The Course No. MSSG 1011 $758 program emphasizes training in safety, sanitation, state laws, rules and regulations, nail diseases and disorders, skin and nail care, and Massage Therapy work ethics. Program Requirements: High school diploma or GED Fundamentals II 75 hrs/7.5 CEUs and course orientation. Students under 22 years of age must obtain a Course No. MSSG 2011 $532 meningitis vaccine. Call 915-831-7715 for more information. Health and Hygiene 20 hrs/2.0 CEUs Course No. MSSG 1009 $125 Orientation to Hydrotherapy/Therapeutic Nail Technology 160 hrs/16.0 CEUs Modalities 20 hrs/2.0 CEUs Course No. CSME 1030 $1,025 Course No. MSSG 1005 $125 Manicuring and Anatomy and Physiology Related Theory 160 hrs/16.0 CEUs for Massage 75 hrs/7.5 CEUs Course No. CSME 1043 $1,025 Course No. MSSG 1013 $532 Kinesiology 50 hrs/5.0 CEUs Nail Enhancements 140 hrs/14.0 CEUs Course No. MSSG 2013 $328 Course No. CSME 2030 $897 Pathology for Massage 40 hrs/4.0 CEUs Principles of Nail Course No. MSSG 2014 $276 Technology I 112 hrs/11.2 CEUs Course No. CSME 1031 $718 Business Practices and Professional Ethics 45 hrs/4.5 CEUs Preparation for the State Course No. MSSG 1007 $300 Licensing Written Exam 52 hrs/5.2 CEUs Course No. CSME 2051 $333 Internship Massage Therapy/ Therapeutic Massage 75 hrs/7.5 CEUs Financial assistance may be available for those who qualify. Course No. MSSG 2086 $374 Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at www.fafsa.ed.gov at least 8 weeks before registration.

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Texas Peace Officer IV 176 hrs/17.6 CEUs LAW ENFORCEMENT This introductory course provides basic preparation for a new peace For more Information Call officer. The basic preparation class for new peace officers must be taken in conjunction with Texas Peace Officer I, II, III, and V to satisfy the Director, Barry Bogle, at 915-831-7118 Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) approved Texas Peace Officer Training Academy. Course includes the application of The Law Enforcement Training Academy is an approved training laws directly related to police field work. Requires the development of provider for the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement, and The skills needed of a police officer to include patrolling, police driving, Texas Private Security Bureau. traffic stops, use of force, mechanics of arrest, firearms training, and emergency medical care. Apply the techniques and procedures used by *DAY ACADEMY 8:00am - 5:00pm officers to field situations.**THIS COURSE MAY BE OFFERED *EVENING ACADEMY 6:00pm -10:00pm ONLY BY INSTITUTIONS LICENSED AS A POLICE ACADEMY BY (TCOLE). *REGISTRATION MUST BE IN PERSON AT THE MISSION Prerequisites: successful completion of Texas Peace Officer III. DEL PASO TRAINING ACADEMY Course No. CJLE 1024 $1,200 16476 M-F 8am-5pm 10/4-11/5 MDP Academy M-F 6-10pm MDP Academy Texas Peace Officer I 176 hrs/17.6 CEUs The basic preparation for a new peace officer. Must be taken in con- Texas Peace Officer V 176 hrs/17.6 CEUs junction with Texas Peace Officer II, III, IV, and V, to satisfy the Texas This introductory course provides basic preparation for a new peace Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) approved Texas Peace officer. This course should be taken in conjunction with Texas Officer Training Academy. Course includes fitness and wellness, history Peace Officer I, II, III and IV to satisfy the Texas Commission on of policing, professionalism and ethics, constitutional law, the criminal Law Enforcement (TCOLE) approved Basic Peace Officer Training justice system, Texas Criminal Laws, civil process, and stress man- Academy requirements and to satisfy local needs as determined by the agement. *THIS COURSE MAY BE OFFERED ONLY BY INSTI- local law enforcement community. The training course includes Police TUTIONS LICENSED AS A POLICE ACADEMY BY (TCOLE). M-4 Patrol Rifle, Police Radar Certification, OC Certification, andT aser Prerequisites: Must be at least 20 years of age upon entering the Certification. Academy and pass a state background check. Other restrictions will **THIS COURSE MAY BE OFFERED ONLY BY apply. Students must call the Training Academy for application & INSTITUTIONS LICENSED AS A POLICE ACADEMY BY pre-testing at 915-831-7118. TEXAS COMMISSION ON LAW ENFORCEMENT(TCOLE). Course No. CJLE 1006 $800 Prerequisites: successful completion of Texas Peace Officer IV. M-F 8am-5pm MDP Academy Course No. CJLE 1029 $800 16475 M-F 6-10pm 11/1-1/21 MDP Academy 16477 M-F 8am-5pm 11/8-12/17 MDP Academy M-F 6-10pm MDP Academy Texas Peace Officer II 176 hrs/17.6 CEUs The basic preparation for new peace officers. Must be taken in Security Officers conjunction with Texas Peace Officer I, III, IV, and V to satisfy Basic Training 56 hrs/5.6 CEUs the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) approved Designed for persons seeking employment as a Commissioned (armed) Texas Peace Officer Training Academy. Course includes oral and Security Officer in Texas. The curriculum is established by the Texas written communications, “use of force” law and concepts, problem- Department of Public Safety, Private Security Bureau, and covers both solving, multiculturalism, professionalism policing approaches, Level II and Level III training requirements, Defensive Tactics, and patrol procedures, victims of crime, family violence, MHMR, crowd firearms training and qualifications are included.Prerequisite: Must management HAZMAT, racial profiling, asset forfeiture, and T.A.B.C. be at least 18 years of age. controlled substances & dangerous drugs. **THIS COURSE MAY BE Course No. SDE 811/SLPS 1013* $190 OFFERED ONLY BY INSTITUTIONS LICENSED AS A POLICE Monday Thru Sunday ACADEMY BY (TCOLE). Prerequisites: Successful completion of DAY CLASSES Texas Peace Officer I. 16478 M-Sun 8am-5pm 9/13-9/19 MDP Academy Course No. CJLE 1012 $800 16479 M-Sun 8am-5pm 10/4-10/10 MDP Academy M-F 8am-5pm MDP Academy 16480 M-Sun 8am-5pm 10/25-10/31 MDP Academy M-F 6-10pm MDP Academy 16481 M-Sun 8am-5pm 11/15-11/21 MDP Academy Texas Peace Officer III 176 hrs/17.6 CEUs Security Officer Basic The basic preparation for new peace officers must be taken in conjunction with Texas Peace Officer I, II, IV, and V, to satisfy the Training - Level II 16 hrs/1.6 CEUs Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) approved Texas This Course is designed for persons seeking employment as a Non- Peace Officer Training Academy. Course includes laws pertaining to, Commissioned (Unarmed) Security Officer in Texas. The curriculum is traffic laws and collision investigations, criminal investigation, ID established by the Texas Department of Public Safety, Private Security theft, and S.F.S.T. **THIS COURSE MAY BE OFFERED ONLY Bureau and covers Level II training requirements. Prerequisite: Must BY INSTITUTIONS LICENSED AS A POLICE ACADEMY BY be at least 18 years of age. (TCOLE). *Prerequisites: Successful completion of Texas Peace Course No. SDE 803 $50 Officer II. 16482 M-T 8am-5pm 9/13-9/14 MDP Academy Course No. CJLE 1018 $800 16483 M-T 8am-5pm 10/4-10/5 MDP Academy M-F 8am-5pm MDP Academy 16484 M-T 8am-5pm 10/25-10/26 MDP Academy M-F 6-10pm MDP Academy 16485 M-T 8am-5pm 11/15-11/16 MDP Academy

Call academy office for more information at 915-831-7118. 19 Security Officer Basic Training III 40 hrs/4.0 CEUs CIVILIAN FIREARMS This course is designed for persons seeking employment as a Commissioned (Armed) Security Officer in Texas. The curriculum is COURSES established by the Texas Department of Public Safety, Private Security Bureau and covers Level III training requirements. Defensive Tactics, firearms training and qualifications are included. Prerequisite: Must be Director, Barry Bogle at least 18 years of age. Prerequisite: Level II Certification 915-831-7122 Wednesday - Sunday Course No. SDE 805 $140 Introduction to Firearms 16486 W-Sun 8am-5pm 9/15-9/19 MDP Academy Safety 7 hrs/.7 CEUs 16487 W-Sun 8am-5pm 10/6-10/10 MDP Academy Designed to provide the basic knowledge and skills necessary for a gun 16488 W-Sun 8am-5pm 10/27-10/31 MDP Academy owner to safely handle firearms. Exposes students to safety at home 16489 W-Sun 8am-5pm 11/17-11/21 MDP Academy and on the firing range, teaching them the laws pertaining to the Use of Force, and develop proficiency with their handguns on the firing range. In-service Firearms Training for Prerequisites: Must be at least 18 years of age. The class will be Security and Special Officers 8 hrs/.8 CEUs taught at MDP Law Enforcement Academy. Fourteen years of age Satisfies the biennial re-qualifications requirements, plus required with parent/guardian enrolled in class. updates established by the Texas Department of Public and Safety- Course No. SDE 902 $15 Private Security Bureau for Level III Certification. 16496 Sat 9am-4pm 9/4 MDP Academy 1.Students must present certification card. 16497 Sat 9am-4pm 10/2 MDP Academy Course No. SDE 204 $40 16498 Sat 9am-4pm 11/6 MDP Academy 16490 W 8am-5pm 9/29 MDP Academy 25935 Sat 9am-4pm 12/4 MDP Academy 16491 W 8am-5pm 10/27 MDP Academy 16492 W 8am-5pm 11/24 MDP Academy In Service Firearms 25933 W 8am-5pm 12/15 MDP Academy (Open Entry) 8 hrs/.8 CEUs EVENING CLASSES Firearms fundamentals for the general public. Prerequisite: Weapon 16493 TW 6-10pm 9/21-9/22 MDP Academy and ammunition must be furnished by the student. Class taught at 16494 TW 6-10pm 10/26-10/27 MDP Academy MDP Law Enforcement Training Academy. Additional information 16495 TW 6-10pm 11/23-11/24 MDP Academy at 915-831-7118. 25934 TW 6-10pm 12/14-12/15 MDP Academy Course No. SDE 206/CJLE 1023* $30 In-Service Firearms for LE agencies (Open Entry) 40 hrs/4.0 CEUs Range Time for the general public. Prerequisite: Weapon and ammunition must be furnished by the student. The class is taught at MDP Law Enforcement Training Academy. Additional information: 915-831-7118. Course No. SDE 211 $50 Civilian Practical Pistol 8 hrs/.8 CEUs Designed to be the next step up from basic firearms proficiency in your firearms training. This is not a fundamental class. Shooter should already have an understanding of the 7 fundamentals of shooting and shoot proficiently as well as have an understanding of the four safety rules. We will touch on these briefly but in order for the class to be effective, some shooting skill should be in place. (Recommend taking Introduction to firearms safety SDE 902) (Weapon Presentation, getting the gun on target in a practical situation.) *Weapons carrying options pros and cons. *Practical reloads under crisis conditions *Weapons malfunction drills under crisis conditions, fail to feed fail to fire, stove pipe, double feed. *Shooting controlled pairs *Shooting failure drills *Shooting from cover. *Second Weekend of every month. Course No. SDE 310 $40 16499 Sat 8am – 5pm 9/11 MDP 16500 Sun 8am – 5pm 10/3 MDP 16501 Sat 8am – 5pm 11/13 MDP 25936 Sat 8am – 5pm 12/11 MDP

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20 Women’s Only Self License to Carry a Defense Course 8hrs/.8CEUs Handgun (LTC) 8 hrs/.8 CEUs Designed for women of all ages to enhance their abilities and Designed to meet or exceed all of the instructions and training understanding of situational awareness, attack recognition, avoidance requirements necessary for students to apply for a License to Carry in of dangerous encounters and attacker discouragement. This course will the State of Texas. build a fundamental understanding of the dynamics of an attack and Prerequisites: how to respond. Students will learn how and when to deploy OC Spray Must be a legal resident of the State of Texas for a period of six and resist, avoid, and defend themselves. months preceding the date of application. *Understanding situational awareness and pre encounter cues. • Must be at least 21 years of age ( 18 if active military). • You must be qualified under federal and state law to *Use of verbal commands and other tools purchase a handgun. *Simple self-defense techniques and Escapes • You must not be a fugitive from justice. *Deployment of Sabre Pepper Spray • You must not have been convicted (or adjudication) of a *Firearms safety and familiarization Third Weekend felony in the 10 year preceding the date of application. of every month • You must not be currently charged with the commission of Course No. SDE 416 $40 a Class A or B misdemeanor or equivalent offense. 16503 Sat 8am – 5pm 9/18 MDP • You must not have been convicted in the last 5 years of a 16504 Sat 8am – 5pm 10/16 MDP Class A or Class B misdemeanor or equivalent offense. 16505 Sat 8am – 5pm 11/20 MDP • You must not be a chemically dependent person. 25937 Sat 8am – 5pm 12/18 MDP • You must not be incapable of exercising sound judgment with respect to firearms safety and proper storage. • You must not be determined to be delinquent in making child support payments administered or collected by the attorney general. • You must not be determined to be delinquent in the payment of state or federal taxes. • You must not be currently restricted under a protective order or subject to a restraining order affecting the spousal relationship other than a restricting order affecting property interests. • You must not have made any material misrepresentation, or failed to disclose any material fact in an application for a Texas issued License to Carry Handgun (LTC). • Must have a current Texas Driver’s license or state Identification Card • Must have a Social Security Card • Course requires a handgun, whether semi-automatic, or revolver • Student must provide a minimum of 50 rounds of ammunition and only standard sporting arms ammunition • Ammunition (SAAMI be used). • The LTC course is not a handgun training & development course. Students are expected to be sufficiently proficient with their handgun in order to pass the required qualification course of fire. • Students needing handgun training should refer to EPCC course SDE 902 “Introduction to Firearms Safety,” held monthly. • 9mm Firearms are available for use at the academy. a minimal cleaning/maintenance fee may be required. • Students must provide a governmental issued ID (i.e., Driver’s license) to check out a firearm for use on the academy range. Course No. SDE 200 $80 16506 TW 6-10pm 9/7-9/8 MDP Academy 16507 TW 6-10pm 10/12-10/13 MDP Academy 16508 TW 6-10pm 11/2-11/3 MDP Academy 25938 TW 6-10pm 12/7-12/8 MDP Academy 16509 Sat 8am-5pm 9/11 MDP Academy 16510 Sat 8am-5pm 10/9 MDP Academy 16511 Sat 8am-5pm 11/13 MDP Academy 25939 Sat 8am-5pm 12/11 MDP Academy

21 Experienced Motorcycle Rider Course The Experienced Motorcycle Operator Training Course provides MOTORCYCLE RIDER experienced motorcyclists with additional skills and knowledge found COURSE to be lacking in accidents involving motorcycles. This course consists of 6 hours of hands-on training on the riding range. Prerequisites: Director, Barry Bogle 1. Must use your own motorcycle or a motorcycle 915-831-7005 borrowed with written permission from the actual owner. Cannot Register Online 2. The rider must wear a helmet (DOT approved) with eye protection, a long sleeve shirt or jacket, long pants, over Motorcycle Rider Course ankle boots NO ATHETIC SHOES, and full-fingered leather Learn the basic motorcycle skills necessary to safely enjoy this sport. gloves. The Texas Department of Public Safety (TDPS) approved this 15 3. The rider must show a valid driver’s license, proof hour course, which includes classroom instruction and training on of insurance, and valid vehicle registration. the motorcycle. Motorcycles are furnished without additional charge. 4. Six months active riding. Class limited to 8 students. Successful completion qualifies the student to take the completion certificate to TDPS and obtain a class M license and may also entitle NOTE: Students must call the Training Academy for appointment you to insurance discounts with some companies. Students age 15 to & additional information at 915-831-7005. 17 must show proof of 32 hours previous Driver Education before Course No. PLE 743 $125 admission to take Motorcycle Rider Course. Parental and instructor 16523 Sat 7am-3pm 9/11 MDP Riding Range written permission is required to take the course Call for dates and 16524 Sat 7am-3pm 10/2 MDP Riding Range times 915-831-7005. Prerequisites: 16525 Sat 7am-3pm 11/6 MDP Riding Range 1. All students must have the ability to ride a bicycle. 25943 Sat 7am-3pm 12/4 MDP Riding Range 2. Student must complete a 3-hour eCourse and print the certificate of completion prior to the first day of Three Wheel Motorcycle Rider Course class. Incomplete or failed eCourse is a failure for Learn the basic motorcycle skills necessary to safely enjoy the the entire course. Pick up packet at LETA or have emailed to 3-Wheel motorcycle. The Texas Department of Public Safety (TDPS) you. approved this 16-hour course, which includes classroom instruction 3. The rider must wear a long sleeve shirt or jacket, long pants and driving training. Three Wheel Motorcycles are furnished without (no holes), over the ankle boots (NO ATHLETIC SHOES), additional charge. Successful completion qualifies the student to obtain eye protection and full finger gloves. Bring a sack lunch and 2 a 3-Wheel bike endorsement from TDPS and may also entitle you bottles of water. to insurance discounts. Students age 15 to 17 must show proof of 32 4. As per TDPS rules, a student arriving late cannot be admitted hours previous Driver Education training, before admission. Parental to class. and instructor written permission is required to take the course. In 5. No refunds if student is late to class or falls to compleate Partnership with CAN-AM. Additional classes will be offered as eCourse. needed. Offered the last Saturday and Sunday of the month. Call for 6. During the COVID-19 pandemic, we are requiring all dates and times 915-831-7005. Must register on CAN-AM Website. students to provide their own DOT approved helmet to ensure Prerequisites: that all safety protocols are being met. 1. The rider must wear a long sleeve shirt or jacket, long Course No. PLE 733 $250 pants (no holes), over the ankle boots (NO ATHLETIC 16512 Sat Sun 7am-5pm 9/11-9/12 MDP Riding Range SHOES), eye protection and full finger glove. Bring a sack 16513 Sat Sun 7am-5pm 9/18-9/19 MDP Riding Range lunch and 2 bottles of water. 16514 Sat Sun 7am-5pm 10/2-10/3 MDP Riding Range 2. As per TDPS rules, a student arriving late cannot be 16515 Sat Sun 7am-5pm 10/9-10/10 MDP Riding Range admitted to class. 16516 Sat Sun 7am-5pm 10/16-10/17 MDP Riding Range 3. No refunds if student is late to class. 16517 Sat Sun 7am-5pm 10/23-10/24 MDP Riding Range 4. Rider must bring DOT approved helmet along with full finger 16518 Sat Sun 7am-5pm 10/30-10/31 MDP Riding Range gloves and eye protection. 16519 Sat Sun 7am-5pm 11/6-11/7 MDP Riding Range Course No. PLE 720 $235 16520 Sat Sun 7am-5pm 11/13-11/14 MDP Riding Range 16526 Sat Sun 7am-5pm 9/11-9/12 MDP Riding Range 16521 Sat Sun 7am-5pm 11/20-11/21 MDP Riding Range 16527 Sat Sun 7am-5pm 9/25-9/26 MDP Riding Range 25940 Sat Sun 7am-5pm 12/4-12/5 MDP Riding Range 16528 Sat Sun 7am-5pm 10/9-10/10 MDP Riding Range 25941 Sat Sun 7am-5pm 12/11-12/12 MDP Riding Range 16529 Sat Sun 7am-5pm 10/23-10/24 MDP Riding Range 25942 Sat Sun 7am-5pm 12/18-12/19 MDP Riding Rang 16530 Sat Sun 7am-5pm 11/6-11/7 MDP Riding Range SPANISH CLASSES* 16531 Sat Sun 7am-5pm 11/20-11/21 MDP Riding Range 16522 Sat Sun 7am-5pm 9/25-9/26 MDP Riding Range 25944 Sat Sun 7am-5pm 12/4-12/5 MDP Riding Range 25945 Sat Sun 7am-5pm 12/11-12/12 MDP Riding Range

22 PERSONAL ENRICHMENT

Leticia Guerra, Director Contact our Team at 831-2346 or 831-2834

*Visit our website often to learn about new course offerrings: www.epcc.edu/academics/continuingeducation *Visit us at our Virtual Office: Interior Design 101 Continuing Education for Business/Technical Education/ Beauty and efficiency need not be at cross purpose. Learn how to Personal/Enrichment/Children’s College redesign your living room, bedroom, or study to better reflect your personal taste and needs. Learn how to measure accurately, do a *Must be 17 years of age to register in any of the Personal simple floor plan, select colors, material, furniture, and accessories Enrichment Classes. for a room in your house. (12 hours) Course No. PIA 628 $65 Home and Garden 16842 M 6-8pm 9/13-10/18 VV B152 Beginning Sewing (Online) Home Gardening In El Paso Introduces the basic techniques of clothing construction and fitting. Students will acquire information and learn techniques that will enable Learning this skill is for people who want to beat the high cost of them to become successful gardeners under the challenging conditions quality clothing. Students make at least one garment in class, learn basic posed by the El Paso climate. The course is taught by master gardeners. and commercial pattern fitting and adjustment. No previous knowledge (16 hours) of sewing is necessary. First class meets for one hour. (Students Course No. PIA 477 $80 purchase supplies.) (16 hours) 16300 Sat 10:30am-12:30pm 9/11-10/30 VV B150 Course No. PIA 545 $85 16288 Sat 9am-noon 9/11-10/16 Online

Dog Behavior Class Build a better working relationship with your dog through the use of acceptance of verbal commands and signals. Large dogs should be between 4 months and 2 years of age, and small to medium dogs should be between 6 months and 2 years of age. Requirement: Do not bring dog to the first class. (16 hours) Course No. PIA 514 $72 16301 Sat 8-10am 9/11-10/30 VV Patio Students must check their EPCC email for course syllabus and class Stitch by Stitch: Techniques for an Intermediate meeting information. Sewist (Online) This is a virtual class designed to further the sewing skills for those who know how to use the sewing machine and have had some sewing Creative Arts experience. There is some emphasis on time saving techniques. Student will be required to have fabric and tools. (16 hours) Course No. PIA 504 $85 Watercolors (Online) 16292 TTh 6-7:30pm 9/7-10/12 Online Familiarizes the student with the basics of the watercolor medium. Experiments with flowing color in graded, blended, and flat washes, and learn some “special effects.” Focus will be on understanding both the material and basic painting techniques. (No class on 11/27) Students purchase supplies. (24 hours) Course No. PIA 791 $90 16303 Sat 9-11am 9/11-12/4 Online

Quick Sketches (Drawing) Discover the joy of drawing. Teaches you drawing basics through studies and still life, quick sketches, and exercise. Students purchase supplies. (24 hours) Course No. PIA 779 $90 16305 Sat 1-4pm 9/11-10/30 VV A1326 23 * Underlined Courses Are Workforce Education Course Manual Equivalent. Portrait Painting in Oil Intermediate Professional Students will learn the basics of drawing the human face, mixing the Photography 16 hrs/1.6 CEUs colors needed to create a portrait, and how to choose a photo that will This class will focus on perfecting your picture taking with emphasis assist them in creating mood and portray personality in the portrait. on social, portrait, studio, fashion, theatrical, publicity, and convention Students purchase supplies. (15 hours) photography. Students must have their own cameras. Course No. PIA 506 $94 Course No. PIA 485/PHTC 2004* $80 16307 Th 1:30-4:30pm 9/9-10/7 VV B151 16318 TTh 6-8pm 10/5-10/28 VV A2324 Painting Like an Expressionist Photo Digital Imaging I This course walks you throughout the expressionist painting process, An introduction to computer and software instructions for Imaging including the style characteristics, and how to express the meaning of colors, gray scale, image conversion, presentation, and ethics. (16 hours) emotional experience rather than physical reality. Students purchase Course No. PIA 487 $80 supplies. (15 hours) 16843 TTh 6-8pm 11/2-12/2 VV B163 Course No. PIA 492 $94 16309 W 5:30-8:30pm 9/8-10/6 VV B151 How to Buy a Laptop or PC and Save Money (Online) Landscape Painting in Oil If you are overwhelmed by the number of laptop or computer options, This course walks you throughout the painting process in manageable then you need this course. This course will teach you everything you steps, demystifying composition, color, value, and paint application need to know to buy a new laptop or computer and save money. This techniques. Along this path to successful landscapes, you discover course will explain to you in plain English what all the basic laptop the pure pleasure in painting with oils and using your own creativity. or pc components are and their function so you can make an informed Students purchase supplies. (15 hours) buying decision and save money. (8 hours) Course No. PIA 490 $94 Course No. PIA 495 $50 16311 T 1:30-4:30pm 9/7-10/5 VV B151 16320 M 7-9pm 9/13-10/4 Online Painting with Acrylics Follow the instruction into the world of color. Learn the techniques of Dance and Music mixing different hues, applying paint onto the canvas and achieving aerial perspective Students purchase supplies. Latin Dance Made Easier (12 hours) Learn how to dance any Latin Dance easier and faster by learning and Course No. PIA 724 $80 practicing the five most important principles that all goodd ancers have. In 16313 M 6-7pm 9/13-11/29 VV A1318 this dance class you will learn Timing, Connection, Redirection, Leading and Following, and Turn Preparation using easy to learn dance patterns from Painting with Acrylics II Salsa, Bachata, Cha-Cha-Cha, and Merengue. No partner or previous This course is a continuation of Painting with Acrylics that will further . (10 hours) develop the student’s personal style, improve color, composition and dance experience required. Please wear tennis shoes design skills, and will present more advanced painting principles and Course No. PID 428 $50 16321 Sat 10am-noon 9/11-10/9 VV A1215 techniques. Prerequisite: PIA 724 (Painting with Acrylics) Students purchase supplies. (12 hours) Course No. PIA 928 $80 Social Dancing for Everyone – New & Improved! 16315 W 6-7pm 9/8-11/24 VV A1318 Learn to dance Kizomba and Bachata, two very popular social dances with beautiful dance patterns and addictive music. Kizomba and Bachata are Introduction Professional dances that emphasize a very smooth way of dancing to help you relax and Photography 16 hrs/1.6 CEUs enjoy the many health benefits of dancing. In this class, you will learn easy- This class will cover the basics of picture taking such as types of lenses, to learn Kizomba and Bachata dance steps and patterns that you can use to recording media and filters, flash photography, printing, exposure, dance a complete song. No partner is required. Please wear tennis shoes. production printing finishing, and retouching.Students must have (10 hours) their own cameras. Course No. PIA 484/PHTC 1004* $80 Course No. PID 429 $50 16317 TTh 6-8pm 9/7-9/30 VV A2324 16322 T 7-9pm 9/7-10/5 TM 1405 Salsa/Bachata This high energy Latin dance will provide you with the best overall health benefits. In this class, you will learn Salsa Bachata, Cha-Cha- Cha, and Merengue dance patterns, dance etiquette, leading and following techniques and timing with the most popular Latin music in a fun-filled environment. No partner is required. Please wear tennis shoes. (10 hours) Course No. PID 403 $50 16323 W 7-9pm 9/8-10/6 VV A1215

24 * Underlined Courses Are Workforce Education Course Manual Equivalent. Line Dancing Piano for Adults I The beauty in the simplicity of line dancing steps is that they are so Beginning piano provides an initial experience in playing the piano. adaptable that they can be reworked and reused in a variety of different Emphasis is placed on establishing good music reading ability and dances and dance styles. The steps are very basic and are often repeated rhythmic orientation. Introduces the fundamentals of music, theory, and numerous times in the line dance. Alpine, Cowboy, Arizona Shuffle, Bare keyboards. (18 hours) Course No. PIM 400 $90 Foot, Candida and Country Cha Cha are just a few dance steps that will be 16357 TTh 6-8pm 9/7-10/5 VV A1333 introduced. Please wear tennis shoes. (No class on 11/11) (10 hours) Course No. PID 426 $50 16326 Th 6:30-8:30pm 10/14-11/18 VV A1215 Piano for Adults II Each student will receive some individual attention and group instruction. Emphasis is placed on forming and maintaining good Voice Class habits, reinforcement, basic musical theory and rhythmic orientation. Beginning voice study provides initial experience in using the singing voice. Prerequisite: PIM 400 (Piano for Adults I) (18 hours) Emphasis is placed on established good vocal tone/production, breathing Course No. PIM 405 $90 exercises, as well as fundamentals of music theory. Repertoire of varied 16358 TTh 6-8pm 10/12-11/9 VV A1333 styles will be performed by students. (16 hours) Course No. PIM 563 $75 16329 Sat 9-11am 9/11-10/30 VV A1201 Concert Band I Course No. PIM 422 $110 Guitar I (c)33289 TTh 1-2:20pm 8/24-12/9 VV A1201 Have you ever dreamed of sitting by the fire and pickingup an old guitar? Take this opportunity to learn the basic chord forms, simple Orchestra I melody lines, and musical notation. Soon you will play songs in folk Course No. PIM 418 $110 and rock style. A guitar is required. (15 hours) (c)33290 TTh 1-2:20pm 8/24-12/9 VVA1201 Course No. PIM 401 $75 16355 Sat 9-10:30am 9/11-11/13 VV A1126 Guitar Ensemble I Course No. PIM 423 $110 Guitar II (c)33291 TTh 10-11:20am 8/24-12/9 VV A1201 A continuation of Guitar I with emphasis placed on technique, theory, chords, scales & repertory. Provides an initial experience in playing Jazz Ensemble I Course No. PIM 420 $110 the guitar. Emphasis is given to establish good music reading ability & (c)33293 TTh 6-7:20pm 8/24-12/9 VV A1201 rhythmic orientation. It will introduce the fundamentals of music theory and key technique. A guitar is required. (15 hours) Course No. PIM 417 $75 Chorus I Course No. PIM 421 $110 16356 Sat 10:35am-12:05pm 9/11-11/13 VV A1126 (c)33294 TTh 11:30am-12:50pm 8/24-12/9 VV A1201 Mariachi I Course No. PIM 419 $110 (c)33295 MW 6-7:20pm 8/23-12/8 VV A1201

Culinary Arts

Must be 17 years of age to register for any Culinary Arts course under CE Department

Mexican Cuisine Authentic Mexican food meals that are easily prepared, attractive and tasty. Discover strategies for saving time, shopping efficiently and balancing nutrition. Students purchase supplies. (24 hours) Course No. PIE 215 $90 16541 W 6-9pm 9/8-10/27 VV B153 Healthy Cooking 24 hrs/2.4 CEUs This course is easy to follow and offers information on adequate portion size, how to read labels, the differences from whole foods and processed foods, and much more. Discover the strategies for saving time, shopping efficiently, and balancing nutrition.Students purchase supplies. Course No. PIE 898/DITA 1037* $90 16542 T 6-9pm 9/7-10/26 VV B153

25 * Underlined Courses Are Workforce Education Course Manual Equivalent. Vegetarian & Vegan Fresh Pasta Delights 24 hrs/2.4 CEUs This class will study and make several types of fresh pasta using This course is designed for individuals interested in learning vegetarian/ classic and modern techniques. These will include hand-made as well vegan cooking techniques, plate presentations, and simply anyone who as a machine mixed doughs. In addition, the student will be exposed wants to add more vegetables to their daily diet. Students purchase to several types of noodles, including flat (spaghetti and fettuccini) supplies. and filled (raviolis). Finally, the class will make sauces and plate Course No. PIE 210/DITA 1020* $90 presentations with their pastas. (12 hours) 16543 Th 6-9pm 9/9-10/27 VV B153 Course No. PIE 826 $64 16549 T 6-9pm 9/7-9/28 ASC B238 Vegan Buddha Bowls (Online) This course offers information on how to prepare Vegan dishes while Beginning French Classical Cuisine focusing on a plant-based diet that is cost and time effective. Students Provides practical cooking from the different regions of France. will learn how to cook and create healthy dishes through the application Emphasizes technique, design and layout of plate presentation. Includes of a variety of cooking methods. Students will purchase ingredients topics on similarities and differences between French food production and have kitchen equipment on hand. (4 hours) and the United States. (12 hours) Course No. PIE 217 $30 Course No. PIE 866 $64 16544 T 6-7pm 9/7-9/28 Online 16552 Th 6-9pm 9/9-9/30 ASC B238 Baking From Scratch 24 hrs/2.4 CEUs Advanced French Classical Cuisine There’s nothing like warm, fresh baked goodies. You will learn how This class will provide advanced practical cooking from the different to make healthy and delicious cakes, cookies, and breads. Student regions of France. Emphasizes technique, design and layout of plate purchase supplies. presentation. Includes topics on similarities and differences between Course No. PIE 965/PSTR 2000* $90 French food production and the United States. (12 hours) 16844 M 6-9pm 9/13-11/1 VV B153 Course No. PIE 211 $64 16556 Th 6-9pm 10/7-10/28 ASC B238 Beginner’s Cake Decorating 20 hrs/2.0 CEUs Beginners Italian Classical Cuisine You’ll soon be proud of the cakes you decorate! Learn tip designs and This class will provide practical cooking from the different regions of how to make royal icing flowers.Students purchase supplies. Italy. Emphasizes technique, design and layout of plate presentation. Course No. PIE 967/FCTR 1015* $85 Includes topics on similarities and differences between Italian food 16546 Sat 8:30am-12:30pm 9/11-10/9 VV B153 production and the United States. (12 hours) Course No. PIE 212 $64 Grilling and Barbecuing 16558 M 6-9pm 9/13-10/4 ASC B238 This course provides practical techniques for grilling to include topics such as the following: hot smoking, cold smoking, marinades and rubs Wine Appreciation and presentation. (12 hours) Experience wine culture in its natural habitat, restaurants. Expand uour Course No. PIE 864 $64 wine knowledge in this exciting informative couse. Learn to pair food 16547 W 6-9pm 9/8-9/29 ASC B238 with wine, try new wines, and learn about the culture of wine while exploring some at the finer restaurants in El Paso.First class meets at Wine Attitude. Class meets at different locations. Must be 21 years of age. (12 hours) Course No. PIE 402 $100 16845 W 6-8pm 9/15-10/20 Wine Attitude 6404 N Mesa,Ste B1

26 ONLINE COURSES Basic Skills Our instructor-facilitated online courses from ed2go are informative, fun, convenient, and highly interactive. All courses Everyday Math run for six weeks (with a two-week grace period at the end). Gain confidence in your basic math skills and start using math to your Courses are project-orientated and include lessons, quizzes, advantage. Math isn’t about plugging numbers into formulas. It’s about hands-on assignments, discussion areas, supplementary links, knowing enough to make the numbers and formulas work for you. and more. You can complete any course entirely from your home or office, at any time of the day or night. Math can be incredibly useful but only if you understand how and when to apply it in your everyday life. Course No. PIE 640 $125 •There are no refunds or transfers for ed2go classes. 16562 9/15 – 11/5 •Check funding to ensure the method of payment used to 16563 10/13 – 12/3 cover cost is appplicable to ed2go courses. •No registration allowed after registration deadlines: Grammar Refresher -September 17th for September Session. Revive your lost or forgotten knowledge of English grammar and gain -October 15th for October Session. confidence in your ability to produce grammatically correct writing. Whether you’re a student or professional, a published or beginning How to Get Started: writer, this course will help you navigate and master the linguistic twists 1.Requirements: All courses require Internet access, e-mail, and turns inherent in English grammar. and one of the following browsers: Mozilla, Firefox, Course No. PIE 748 $125 Microsoft Internet Explorer (9.0 or above), Google Chrome, 16564 9/15 – 11/5 or Safari. Also, Adobe PDF Acrobat Reader (a free download 16565 10/13 – 12/3 obtained at https://get.adobe.com/reader/). 2.To Register, send us your completed CE Registration Form by Writing Essentials email at [email protected]. Call Marisela Lerma at Master the essentials of writing, and become the stellar wordsmith you (915) 831-2790, or email [email protected] for more always wanted to be! In this course, you’ll develop the skills you need to excel at business communications, express yourself clearly online, information. and take your creative literary talents to a new level. 3.Visit our Online Instructional Center: www.ed2go.com/epcc/ Course No. PIE 636 $125 to check course/software requirements. 16566 9/15 – 11/5 4.Suggested prerequisite for all online courses: Must be familiar 16567 10/13 – 12/3 with computer. Exam Preparation GMAT Preparation Applying to graduate business and management schools usually requires taking the GMAT. Taking this course will provide you with test-taking techniques and methods for improving your score and saving time on all GMAT question types. Course No. PIE 670 $125 16568 9/15 - 11/5 16569 10/13 - 12/3 GRE Preparation-Part I Discover strategies for success in the verbal and analytical sections of the GRE. Course No. PIE 702 $125 16570 9/15 - 11/5 16571 10/13 - 12/3 GRE Preparation-Part II This second course is a two course series. Features a math review and techniques for tracking the quantitative comparison, discreet quantitative, and interpretation questions that make up the math section of the GRE. Course No. PIE 750 $125 16572 9/15 - 11/5 16573 10/13 - 12/3

27 Personal Development Young Adult Courses (Ages 17+) Introduction to Interior Design Are you a creative person with an eye for design? If so, this course Keyboarding will show you how to transform plain living spaces into beautiful and If you want to learn touch-typing or improve your existing typing functional rooms. Interior design takes training as well as talent, and skills, this is the perfect course for you. In these lessons, you will use these lessons will give you the know-how you need to design a room the Keyboarding Pro 5 program, a typing tutorial designed for personal from floor to ceiling. computers, to type text you read from a printed page or a computer Course No. PIE 654 $125 screen without looking at your keyboard. 16574 9/15 – 11/5 Course No. PIO 035 $125 16575 10/13 – 12/3 16588 9/15-11/5 16589 10/13-12/3 Learn to Buy and Sell on eBay If you’ve ever dreamed of working from home or just earning extra Resume Writing Workshop income by buying and selling goods online, then this is the course for Create an effective resume or improve the one you already have. you. Experienced instruction will guide you every step of the way on Discover the secret to transforming your tired, boring resume into a how online auctions match buyers with sellers in a global marketplace powerful tool that will get you interviews. for almost any item. Course No. PIE 713 $125 Course No. PIE 782 $125 16590 9/15 – 11/5 16576 9/15 – 11/5 16591 10/13 – 12/3 16577 10/13 – 12/3 SAT/ACT Preparation-Part I Speed Spanish Get your best possible score on the verbal and reasoning sections of the This course is desgined for anyone who wants to learn Spanish pronto. You’ll discover six easy recipes for gluing Spanish words together to new SAT exam. form sentences. With powerful methods taught in this course, you’ll be Course No. PIE 701 $125 able to engage in conversational Spanish in no time. 16592 9/15 – 11/5 Course No. PIE 710 $125 16594 10/13 – 12/3 16578 9/15-11/5 16579 10/13-12/3 SAT/ACT Preparation-Part II This course will prepare you to move more quickly through the math Wow, What a Great Event! questions on both the ACT and the SAT. Learn how to create and coordinate successful special events. Develop Course No. PIE 738 $125 skills, find resources, and gain confidence to plan and produce any size 16595 9/15 – 11/5 or type of event. Find out what the experts and master planners already 16593 10/13 – 12/3 know so that you can avoid embarrassing and costly planning errors or production mistakes. After just a few weeks, you will become a knowl- Creating Web Pages edgeable event planner poised to produce any type of event. Create and post your very own Web site on the Internet using HTML in Course No. PIE 761 $125 this extensive, hands-on, six-week workshop. 16580 9/15 – 11/5 Course No. PIE 678 $125 16581 10/13 – 12/3 16596 9/15-11/5 16597 10/13-12/3 Discover Digital Photography An informative introduction to the fascinating world of original *For more courses visit the ED2GO Catalog at: photography. Explores a broad overview of the basics of digital www.ed2go.com/epcc/ photography, including equipment, and practical uses. Course No. PIO 048 $125 16582 9/15 – 11/5 16583 10/13 – 12/3 Travel Photography for the Digital Photographer Discover the tricks and techniques digital photographers need to capture scenes from around the world and bring them home. Course No. PIO 055 $125 16584 9/15 – 11/5 16585 10/13 – 12/3 Start Your Own Edible Garden Grow delicious, nutritious fruits and vegetables in your own backyard. In this course, discover how to give your garden a healthy start and keep it growing strong all season. Course No. PIE 656 $125 16586 9/15 – 11/5 16587 10/13 – 12/3

28 Kinder Bots CHILDREN’S COLLEGE Children will begin to explore the world of robotics as they build simple models that teach the fundamentals of robotic design. Whether learning about sensors while building drills and magic wands, or discovering Melissa Sanchez, Manager ways that gears and pulleys create movement while building helicopters Contact our Team at 915-831-2089 or and robotic dogs, every child is sure to have a great time. (7 hours) Email at [email protected] Course No. PLD 627 $80 Ages 5-7 * Visit us at our Virtual Office: 16836 Sat 10-11am 9/11-10/23 VV B184 Bus/Tech Education/Personal Enrichment/Children’s College * Visit our Website often to learn about new course offering. www.epcc.edu/academics/continuingeducation * Children’s courses have an age requirement.

How does my child access the class for online courses? Once registered, each child will be added to the class and provided a link by email. At the beginning of the class, your child will use the link to join the class and should be able to see the instructor and all classmates in real time. Academic Enrichment

Math and Cooking (Online) The kitchen has wonderful opportunities to help children learn math concepts such as fractions, estimation and measuring quantities. Children will discover about healthy foods while they reinforce Junior Engineers mathematical skills. (12 hours) Young students build fun and simple models using DUPLO® bricks. Course No. PLD 618 $62 By playing with and manipulating the models they experience pulleys, Entering Grades 3rd-5th levers, gears, wheels and axles while exploring energy, forces, and 16599 Sat 12:30-2pm 9/11-10/30 Online balance. (7 hours) Google meet/class Course No. PLD 664 $90 Ages 5-6 16837 Sat 9-10am 9/11-10/23 VV B184 Let’s Draw and Paint (Online) The students will learn how to draw, color and paint animals, flowers, still life, and a landscape. They will use charcoal, markers, soft pastel, and watercolors. We will finish a work of art in each class. (8 hours) Course No. PLD 692 $75 Ages 8-10 16604 Sat 9-10am 9/11-10/30 Online Zoom

Acrylic Painting for Kids (Online) The students will learn techniques in basic sketching to start a simple project and paint animals, flowers, still life, and a landscape.They will start to use art brushes with the Acrylic medium on a stretched canvas. We will finish a work of art in each class. Recognize the different kind of Art. (8 hours) Coding for Kids (Online) Course No. PLD 691 $75 Technology has a language. It’s called code and we believe coding is Ages 9-11 an essential skill. Explore fundamental coding concepts and practice 16605 Sat 11-noon 9/11-10/30 Online Zoom thinking like coders using visual-based apps. Discovering how to code will help you solve problems and work together in creative ways. It will Junior Dog Obedience also help you build apps that bring your ideas to life.(10 hours) This course will help children build better working relationships with Course No. PLD 673 $90 their dogs through the use and acceptance of verbal commands and Entering Grades 4th-8th signals. Do not bring dog to the first class. 16600 Sat 9-10am 9/11-11/13 Online Course No. PLD 785 $58 Microsoft Teams Ages 8-12 16606 Sat 10:30-11:30am 9/11-10/30 VV Patio Make Your First Video Game (Online) Have you ever thought of an idea for a video game which does not exist? NOW is your chance to join a class in which you will be creating an actual game. Participants will use an easy to learn software to discover the basics of video game design. (10 hours) Course No. PLD 674 $90 Ages 8-12 16601 Sat 10-11am 9/11-11/13 Online Microsoft Teams 29 *All Piano classes must purchase headphones and Sports textbook at the Valle Verde bookstore

Tennis for Children *No class on 10/9 (Sat) for all Piano classes Basic strokes for younger folks! For the child with little or no tennis experience. Emphasis on teaching basic ground strokes, service, correct Beginning Piano I grip and proper body positioning. (8 hours) Emphasizes in establishing good music reading ability and rhythmic Students are responsible for purchasing their own tennis balls. orientation. Introduces the fundamentals of music theory and the Course No. PLD 750 $58 keyboard. (8 hours) Ages 7-10 Course No. PLD 678 $90 16609 Sat 9-10am 9/11-10/30 VV Tennis Courts Ages 8-12 16612 Sat 11am-noon 9/11-10/30 VV A1333 Golf for Children Introduces the beginning golfer to the fundamentals of the golf swing and the various aspects of the game. The rules and courtesies of the Advanced Piano (Online) Advanced Piano will continue to teach the student basic keyboard game are also included. Golf clubs are not required. (6 Hours) fundamentals with individual attention. (8 hrs.) Prerequisite: Students are responsible for purchasing their own range balls. Beginning Piano I, PLD 678. Course No. PLD 758 $59 Course No. PLD 679 $90 Ages 8-13 Ages 12-17 16769 Sat 9:30-11am 10/9-10/30 6900 Delta 16613 Sat noon-1pm 9/11-10/30 VV A1333 Ascarate Golf Course Guitar for Children Gymnastics Learn how to play chord forms, simple melody lines and musical No more jumping on the beds! Early gymnastics training for children notation. Designed for the beginner who yearns to strum beyond a few can be healthy and help build confidence, as well as self-discipline. chords. Provide the student with the basic technical competence for Designed to acquaint the student with the fundamental skills of recreational use of the guitar. (8 hours) A classical guitar with nylon gymnastics. Class instruction will include skill development. (16 hours) strings is required. Student mus have own guitar. Course No. PLD 736 $84 Course No. PLD 721 $60 Ages 7-9 Ages 8-12 16838 Sat 10-noon 9/11-10/30 VV G104 16839 Sat 11-noon 9/11-10/30 VV A2117 Performing Arts Young Rembrandts

Pre-Ballet Raising generations that value the power, passion “Look mommy, see me dance!” Children who want to dance and are and the significance of art. not yet ready for Ballet I will glow with glee as they are introduced to balance and dance skills. (8 hours) *There are no refunds for tuition on Young Course No. PLD 746 $60 Rembrandts courses. Ages 5-6 16610 Sat 9-10am 9/11-10/30 VV A1215 Cartoon Drawing For kids who need to stay engaged and laughing, our cartooning classes are surely the most fun you can have while learning! This entertaining program combines Young Rembrandts innovative, hands-on teaching method with light-hearted subject matter that engages children, their sense of humor and their vivid imaginations. Drawings that tell a story also help kids to stay on-task, find new solutions to a problem and communicate ideas and concepts through pictures. (6 hours) Course No. PLD 979 $75 Ages 6-12 16614 Sat 11-noon 9/11-10/16 VV B 151

Drawing with Young Rembrandts (Online) Young Rembrandts teaches drawing, the fundamental skill of all visual arts. Our program complements and expands on existing school art programs, preparing students for goals set forth by the National Standard of Art Education. A fun, educational and engaging experience for children, Young Rembrandt’s curriculum maximizes neuron development and brain patterning function. (6 hours) Course No. PLD 628 $75 Ballet I for Children Ages 6-12 Introduces beginning ballet and barre. The emphasis is on developing 16615 Sat noon-1pm 9/11-10/16 VV B151 proper body alignment and flexibility. (8 hours) Course No. PLD 734 $66 Ages 7-10 Cooking 16735 Sat 10:30-11:30am 9/11-10/30 VV A1215 Cooking for Kids (Hybrid) Hey, kids! We can show you how fun and easy cooking can be: Learn to make delicious recipes from main courses to desserts and snacks, with plenty of tasting along the way. (12 hours) Course No. PLD 997 $63 Ages 12-15 16840 Sat 1-4pm 9/11-10/2 VV B153 30 Cooking & Sharing Grandma’s Recipes SENIOR ADULT PROGRAM This course will bring enjoyable memories that will enable students to reminisce on tasteful food that has been shared from generation Mary Yanez, Director to generation. Students will learn to properly write the recipe with instructions, exchange and share meal ideas, and discuss nutritional For more information benefits. A booklet of the student’s favorite recipes will be published in E-mail [email protected] or Call 915-831-7801 this course. (24 hours) Course No. SAP 312 This Senior Adult Program section has dates and locations of free 16437 F 10am-12pm 9/10-12/3 Online classes. El Paso Community College provides a wide variety of free classes for persons 55 years of age and over providing proof of age Conversational Spanish for Beginners at time of registration. Driver’s license, birth certificate, or other Designed for senior adults who have minimal command of the Spanish documents. Classes are held at community-based locations, city/county language. This self-paced program facilitates learning the language with senior, nutrition, adult day care, recreation centers, elderly housing other students. (24 hours) complexes, retirement apartments, and at five EPCC campuses. Seniors Course No. SAP 415 must register to attend classes. Seniors attending classes at a campus 16438 T 12-2pm 9/7-11/30 Online must pay for a parking permit. Standard registration procedures apply for courses outside the Senior Adult Program. Crocheting for Beginners This class is designed to teach seniors the art of crochet from home. ONLINE REGISTRATION IS AVAILABLE FOR RETURNING Students will learn a variety of hand techniques, pattern reading and STUDENTS hands-on practice. Students will need to purchase their own supplies. Go to www.epcc.edu for a Step-by-Step Online Registration Guide Or (24 hours) in the back of the CE Schedule. Course No. SAP 501 16439 Sat 1-3pm 9/11-12/4 Online Acrylics Painting for Seniors This course exposes students to necessary tools and materials to set up a Drawing layout for painting, applying techniques to different parts of a painting, This class is designed to increase understanding of basic drawing mix colors, apply paint, and visualize perspectives. Students purchase techniques. Covers beginning and intermediate drawing art elements, supplies. (24 hours) portraits, and uses of several drawing media including pencil, charcoal, Course No. SAP 446 pastel and colored pencil. Students purchase supplies. (24 hours) Beginners Course No. SAP 456 16434 MW 1-3pm 9/8-10/18 Online 16440 F 10am-12pm 9/10-12/3 Online Beginners Clay Making Empowering Women Thru Make Up This class welcomes students to explore basic techniques of working This course will help students learn and master important techniques with clay: Forming methods using hand building techniques, painting on how to do their own make-up professionally. The student will and other surface treatments and finishing processes. Students will need learn to create contemporary looks for their everyday glamour. After to purchase their own supplies. (24 hours) completing this course, the student will be able to enhance their own Course No. SAP 254 or other women’s beautiful features, disguise minor faults in one’s 16435 MW 5:30-7:30 9/8-10/18 Online appearance and express themselves creatively. (24 hours) Course No. SAP 313 16441 TTh 1-3pm 9/7-10/14 Online Exercise to Music This class maintains a regular low-impact program of exercise to music to help you stay healthy and increase mobility. Positive group interaction and awareness of body movements improve your fitness level. (24 hours) Course No. SAP 403 16442 MW 2-3pm 9/8-12/6 Online

Expressions of Life Expressions of Life is a course that engages adults 55 years and older in a process of documenting their lives using storytelling, visual arts, music, and creative writing. Covers themes such as country of origin, language, work ethic, food, traditions, and community celebration to focus group discussions and artistic projects. (24 hours) Course No. SAP 399 Beginners Leather-Working 16443 T 3-4:55pm 9/7-11/30 Online Students will explore basic techniques of working with leather: learn fundamental skills needed to start working with leather, by making Mexican Folklorico Dance a simple, useful wallet. Students will be introduced to different This course will provide the opportunity to understand the history techniques, tools, materials, and then shown how to apply them to and culture of the Mexican people through its music, culture and design. Students will need to purchase their own supplies. (24 hours) dance. Students will learn the basic skills necessary to learn Mexican Course No. SAP 255 folklorico dance, while enjoying the aerobic exercise that the dance 16436 TTh 5:30-7:30pm 9/7-10/14 Online provides, adapted to their age group. Lecture in the history of the music, costumes, traditional choreographies and myths. (24 hours) Class Schedule is Subject to Change Course No. SAP 202 16444 Th 5:30-7:30pm 9/9-12/9 Online 31 Gardening for Healthy Living Line Dance This course is designed to teach seniors in containerized gardening This course introduces seniors to popular and traditional individual line for the home. Students will cultivate a variety of interior plants from dancing. Dances include country, Latin, and other rhythms to encourage preparing the soil to planting the seed, watering, and growing healthy older adults to exercise and have fun at the same time. (24 hours) plants. (24 hours) Students will buy their supplies. Course No. SAP 455 Course No. SAP 106 Beginners 16445 T 2:30-4:30pm 9/7-11/30 Online 16452 T 10:30am-12:30pm 9/7-11/30 Online 16453 S 10am-12pm 9/11-12/4 Online Gentle Way Yoga Intermediate This course is designed to improve heart health through Yoga 16454 TTh 1-2pm 9/7-12/7 Online techniques of mind, body and spirit. Yoga improves flexibility, strength Advanced and concentration. Chairs and assistive props are used. Students learn 16455 WF 1-2pm 9/8-12/3 Online deep breathing, meditation, and relaxation techniques. (24 hours) Course No. SAP 109 Mariachi Course for Seniors 16446 Sat 10am-12pm 9/11-12/4 Online This course introduces advanced music students to techniques used in interpreting mariachi music from the regions in Mexico. Previous Getting to Know the Guitar musical experience and proficiency with instrument required. Includes This class welcomes students with interest to learn to play guitar. The performances for special community events. Students must know how knowledge learned in this course can be applied to both Acoustic and to play the guitar, trumpet, or violin. (24 hours) Electric guitars. Student will get to choose which guitar to use. Student Course No. SAP 421 will need to purchase their own guitar. (24 hours) 16456 Sat 11am-1pm 9/11-12/4 Online Course No. SAP 436 16447 T 11:30am-1:30pm 9/7-11/30 Online Meditation for Tranquility Meditation is a mind and body practice that has a long history of use for History of Mexican Traditions increasing calmness and physical relaxation, improving psychological This class is designed to expose students to lecture of iconic musical, balance, coping with illness, and enhancing overall health and well- dance, costumes, traditions, myths, food and cultural traits of Mexico. being. Mind and Body practices focus in the interactions among the Will analyze and explore the events that created the Mexican culture brain, mind, body, and behavior. Learning how to mediate and explore and identity, and will provide information that will clarify and enhance the different forms and techniques used in various traditions. (24 hours) their understanding of the language, food, traditional medicine, popular Course No. SAP 428 culture and other of traditions that are part of their daily living. (24 16457 F 6-8pm 9/10-12/3 Online hours) Course No. SAP 201 16448 T 5:30-7:30pm 9/7-11/30 Online Intro to Mind - Body Medicine This course introduces participants to know the different modalities with the broad range of Mind-Body medicine. Participants learn different mind-body modalities for stress reduction, their benefit for improving overall health, and healing from and/or preventing diseases. (20 hours) Course No. SAP 426 16449 W 6-8pm 9/8-11/10 Online Italian for Seniors This course is for beginning students who have little knowledge of the Italian language. The course emphasizes grammar, punctuation, listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills (24 hours) Course No. SAP 103 16450 TTh 4-6pm 9/7-10/14 Online Oil Painting for Seniors Korean Through Songs This course introduces students to learn the basic techniques in painting Have you noticed your grandchildren interested in Korean dramas or in Oil medium. This class is a Beginner level class for Seniors that want K-Pop? You can share the topics with them after learning the Korean to learn how to paint. We will start with the basics in drawing to be language and pop songs. You will learn how to read and write Korean able to do a simple sketch. We will continue with the basic knowledge characters along with singing Korean pop songs. Learning a new in proportion and overlap. Students will need to purchase their own language can benefit cognitive functions, and singing can improve lung supplies (24 hours) capacity, stimulate abdominal exercise, and lift emotions. (24 hours) Course No. SAP 447 Course No. SAP 118 Beginners 16451 F/Sat 1:30-2:30pm 9/10-12/4 Online 16776 TTh 10am-12pm 9/7-10/14 Online Portrait Painting This course introduces students to basic oil painting, explains theory, and the art of observation, using eye and hand coordination. Use Premier Coup painting procedure (alla prima) that strives to achieve a broad and bold effect. Includes preparation of a pallet with the basic colors and the mix for multiple colors. Students purchase supplies. (24 hours) Course No. SAP 493 16459 M 10am-12pm 9/13-12/6 Online 32 Qi Gong Intro to MS Word Students will be introduced to the 12 stretching forms of Qi Gong. This This course introduces students to Microsoft Word processing program is a mind-body-spirit practice that impoves ones mental and physical that allows users to create professional looking documents such as heatlth, integrating posture movements, breathing teachniques, self announcements, letters, resumes, and reports. Students need to have massage, sound and focused intent. (24 hours) basic knowledge in using the computer, know how to type. Introduction Course No. SAP 302 to Computers is a prerequisite. (24 hours) 16461 F/Sat 4:15-5:15pm 9/10-12/4 Online Course No. SAP 670 16468 Sat 9-11am 9/11-12/4 Online Staying Fit While You Sit This class will teach participants different hand, arm, and shoulder Intro to Taking Classes Online movements in a sitting position for improved health. Participants will This course provides the students with the basic instructions necessary have fun stretching and learning breathing exercises. Participants will to successfully navigate and use the Microsoft TEAMS application for be dancing in their chairs and enjoying the different types of music in taking on-line classes. (24 hours) their routines. The exercise routines involve use of handy items such as Course No. SAP 671 scarfs, paper plates, poles, balls to have fun, and stay healthy. (24 hours) 16469 Sat 9-11am 9/11-12/4 Online Course No. SAP 114 16462 TTh 9-11am 9/7-10/14 Online MS Excel The course introduces students to MS Excel which is an MS Office Seniors Planning for the Future program that creates and manipulates spreadsheets. Students will This course provides information to assist elders and caregivers in learn to organize and balance data in an understandable format. It is evaluating services for their safety and wellbeing. General topics recommended that students complete Introduction to Computers and presented are the six domains that impact elders, psychological, Windows before enrolling in this class. (24 hours) spiritual, physical, environmental, mental, and social aspects for life. A Course No. SAP 630 Coordination of Care Model utilizing professional community resources 16470 Sat 11:05am- 1:05pm 9/11-12/4 Online and successful aging topics such as staying healthy, getting organized and being prepared for the unknown. (24 hours) MS PowerPoint Course No. SAP 120 Introduces students to a program that enables the creation of 16463 Sat 9-11am 9/11-12/4 Online professional presentations. PowerPoint is part of Microsoft Office and uses the same conventional MS Office interface. Learn to use its various Tai Chi for Seniors tools and be able to create your own slide show. It is recommended Tai Chi practices slow controlled movement and breathing techniques that students take Introduction to Computers and Windows before this improves health, fitness level, ability to focus, balance, flexibility, course. (24 hours) coordination, stamina, strength, body posture, power, and endurance. Course No. SAP 307 Exercises emphasize a calm and peaceful mind. (24 hours) 16471 Sat 9-10:55am 9/11-12/4 Online Course No. SAP 300 16465 F/Sat 3-4pm 9/10-12/4 Online Seniors Exploring the Internet Learn to access the World Wide Web (www) network and become Zumba Gold familiar with its many uses and applications. The instructor assists Zumba Gold is perfect for active older adults who are looking for a students to communicate with people around the world. Students must modified Zumba class that recreates the original moves at a lower- have some computer experience before enrolling in the course. (24 intensity. The routine is made up of simple, easy-to-follow movements, hours) led by an instructor who creates a party like fun atmosphere. Come join Course No. SAP 904 the party and have a blast to oldies, salsa, cha-cha and more. (24 hours) 16472 MW 11am-1pm 9/8-10/18 Online Course No. SAP 301 16466 TTh 2-3pm 9/7-12/7 Online Simple Steps for Using Technology Online courses offered at EPCC require the use of Microsoft (MS) TEAMS software application. This course introduces students to the basics of MS TEAMS, using simple step by step instructions. Students COMPUTER WARM-UP who have little or no experience using technology and MS TEAMS WORKSHOPS FOR SENIORS will gain sufficient knowledge and confidence to be able to register for online courses. (24 hours) Course No. SAP 631 Digital Devices for Smart Seniors 16473 TTh 9-11am 9/7-10/14 Online In this introductory course seniors explore the various digital devices on the market today. Students bring their smart phones, iPads, electronic Social Media notebook device to class to learn the various uses and functions. (24 The course introduces students the basics of downloading, registering, hours) and using social media duplicate, such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Course No. SAP 615 and Snapchat. (24 hours) 16467 Sat 10am-12pm 9/11-12/4 Online Course No. SAP 476 Intro to Computers & Windows 16474 Sat 12:05-2:05pm 9/11-12/4 Online This course teaches students the basic instruction to operate a personal computer. Students learn how to use Windows, the mouse, screens, menus, and graphics. Students are introduced to the terminology For Class Information associated with Windows usage. (24 hours) Call (915) 831-7801 Course No. SAP 600 or 16826 Sat 11:05am-1:05pm 9/11-12/4 Online Email [email protected]

33 SMALL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE

Tuesdays & Thursdays September 14-December 9 6:30pm – 8:30pm

The Small Business Management Institute is designed to provide valuable insight and information needed to own and operate a SUCCESSFUL BUSINESS. Students will learn how to organize and grow their business profitably in strategic planning, operations, management, and compete in the marketplace. A Small Business Management Certificate will be awarded to each student who completes the ENTIRE series. Lenders and bank partners favor small business owners who successfully complete the program. Entrance requirement is 17 years of age.

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Funded in part through the State of Texas and a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities or limited English The El Paso County Community College District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, proficiency will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Contact SBDC Director, Joe Ferguson at (915)831-7743. 34 SBMI SESSION DESCRIPTIONS • Introduction to Strategic Planning • Administration and Accounting Provides an introduction to small business success, the phases of Reviews the importance of accurate recordkeeping and small business maturity, the importance of effective management maintaining good financial records. The steps in developing a skills, strategic planning, and the causes that keep business owners recordkeeping system are identified and examined. Identifies from achieving success. (4 hours) essential records needed for an effective recordkeeping system, including a basic introduction to computer and small business • Building a Strategic Plan applications. (4 hours) Reviews strategic planning elements: (1) assessment of the external environment, (2) the internal business • Understanding Financial Statements operation, (3) the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats Introduces the three major financial statements: balance sheet, (SWOT) of a business, (4) a mission statement, (5) critical areas for income and cash flow statement. (4 hours) growth and success, (6) strategic objectives and action plans; and (7) financial projections (proforma financial statements). (4 hours) • Analyzing Financial Statements Key ratios are used to interpret financial information on • Introduction to Marketing performance, decision making, and the future of the business. Provides an introduction to marketing and market research; examines (4 hours) the importance of analyzing the marketplace using primary and secondary research, processes and techniques for defining and • Forecasting and Break-Even Analysis understanding target markets and competition. Covers the process of projecting start-up costs, preparing (4 hours) financial projections, and break-even analysis; the purpose and use of proforma statements; evaluating amount of financing needed, and preparing a loan proposal. (4 hours) • Developing a Marketing Action Plan Examines the elements of marketing, and the five steps in developing • Financing the Business a marketing action plan: (1) setting objectives, (2) translating Covers capital formation issues and major types of financing. objectives into sales goals, (3) identifying strategies and tactics; (4) Commercial lending requirements and the five “C’s” of lending developing a marketing calendar and budget; and (5) evaluating are examined; accessing the major types of finance programs effective marketing efforts. (4 hours) available: SBA guarantee-loan programs, micro-loan programs, revolving-loan funds, and venture capital. Learn how to develop a • Human Resources relationship with the lender to successfully acquire a loan. Introduces employee administration issues, laws governing (4 hours) employees and compensation; importance of having an employee handbook and the essential policies, conditions and guidelines it should include. (4 hours) • Business Resources Representatives from local organizations that provide business and resource assistance give students an opportunity to ask about • Business and Contract Law the services they offer and questions regarding their business Examines administrative and legal issues; reviews business plans. (4 hours) structures and the advantages and disadvantages of each; the laws protecting employees, consumers, and the industry; including essential contract elements and the common types of contracts; also covers patent, trademark, and copyright laws. (4 hours)

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El Paso County Community College District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity. 35 Mondays & Wednesdays October 4 – November 30 6:00pm – 9:00pm QuickBooks for Small Business is an 8-week training program designed to organize and manage business financials. Tracking revenue, managing expenses, payroll, inventory and invoicing can be streamlined utilizing QuickBooks. Classroom instruction allows open discussion and participation. THIS IS A FAST PACED CLASS. Students MUST be computer literate, have experience with Windows XP, and basic knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting. Entrance requirement is 17 years of age. A Certificate of Completion is awarded to students who complete the ENTIRE training series. FALL 2021 Schedule Instructor: Terry Romero Sessions Date (Monday & Wednesday) Overview and Introduction October 4 The Sales Process October 6 Additional Customer Transactions October 11 Managing Expenses October 13 Company File Setup October 18 Bank Reconcilation October 20 Reports October 25 Customizing QuickBooks October 27 Inventory November 1 Time and Billing November 3 Payroll Setup November 8 Payroll Processing November 10 Estimates and Budgeting November 15 Adjustments and Year-End Procedures November 17 Company Business Scenario November 29 FINAL EXAM Tuesday, November 30

• Registration Fee: $350 – includes the QuickBooks manual by the Sleeter Group. Seating is limited. Payment by American Express, Visa, MasterCard, and Discover is accepted. Check or money order payment payable to to El Paso Community College/SBDC. Register on-line at elpasosbdc.net. Schedule is subject to change.

• Refunds: A 100% refund will be processed if notification of drop is received 24 hours before the first class meeting. • Location: Classes are held at 9050 Viscount Blvd., ASC - Bldg. B., #B520, El Paso, Texas 79925.

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The El Paso County Community College District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

36 El Paso Community College Language Institute 915-831-2154 | [email protected]

“The mission of the Intensive English Program within the EPCC IEP-FAST TRACK 200 Hours/20 CEUs Language Institute is to successfully prepare students and professionals Hybrid Classes to acquire English proficiency to meet their personal, academic, and career goals. We are committed to offer classes in a dynamic, Full Payment is required at time of registration. (El pago completo es multicultural and effective environment with the most innovative requerido al momento de la inscripción.) supportive resources imparted by highly qualified and competent faculty members.” The intermediate levels of IEP utilize terminology applicable What is the Fast Track Hybrid Program? to technical and business writing to develop proofreading and editing The Fast Track Hybrid Program is a combination of online and face- skills relevant to job-related contexts required for further advancement to-face instruction. Courses are divided in face-to-face instruction on in the labor force. The emphasis is on enhancing effective written and campus and online instructional delivery. Assignments and unit tests oral communication skills for business applications in the workforce. will be administered online. Final writing and grammar exams are administered on campus. Tutoring will be available both on campus and Intensive English Program- Fast Track online upon need. Labs will be available to students when needed as The program includes six levels that can be completed within a year. part of our open lab policy. New and returning students are encouraged Each level includes three courses: Reading/Writing, Listening/Speaking, to seek lab services if technical support is needed in using Blackboard, and Grammar. 200 hours of instruction per level DynEd or EPCC email. · Fast-Track Hybrid Schedule: students will have face-to face Intensive English Program-AM & Sat instruction weekly and will be on campus some days of the week only. There are twelve levels in this program and classes are offered on weekdays or Saturdays; 100 hours of instruction per level. Each level • Students need to be available Monday to Friday from 8:00-2:30. includes three courses: Reading/Writing, Listening/Speaking, and • Students will be assigned in attendance groups based on their Grammar registration date. Groups will alternate attending classes on certain days and to the lab on the other days. IMPORTANT INFORMATION • Students will receive their assigned attendance group via email on the Friday prior to class start date. Placement Exam is needed to register for IEP classes. Call us to make an appointment for the exam. Cycle I: August 23 to October 8, 2021 Cycle II: October 18 to December 3, 2021 Enrollment in fast track requires registration in two concurrent *No Classes on Sept. 6 & 16, Nov. 11, 25 & 26, 2021 Registration Referral Form from the Language Institute is required courses (CRN). Full payment is required at time of registration prior to to enroll in courses. the first day of class of first CRN; no full refunds for either course on or after the first day of the first class in each Fast Track level. Fast Track English I A & B Full payment is required at time of registration. Course No. IEP 211 - IEP 212 $534 33213, 33214 M-F 8am-2:30pm 8/23-10/8 VV 14 HYBRID Registration for Fall semester begins on August 2, 2021. 16400, 16401 M-F 8am-2:30pm 10/18-12/3 VV 14 HYBRID Last day to register is the Friday prior to the first day of classes. Fast Track English II A & B Course No. IEP 221 - IEP 222 $534 Refund Policy: See the General Information section in this class 33215, 33216 M-F 8am-2:30pm 8/23-10/8 VV 11A HYBRID schedule. 16402, 16403 M-F 8am-2:30pm 10/18-12/3 VV 11A HYBRID INFORMACION IMPORTANTE Fast Track English III A & B Course No. IEP 231 - IEP 232/COMG 1000/1001* $534 Examen de Ubicación es necesario antes de inscribirse en cursos de 33217, 33218 M-F 8am-2:30pm 8/23-10/8 VV 17 HYBRID Inglés Intensivo. Llama para hacer una cita para el examen. 16404, 16405 M-F 8am-2:30pm 10/18-12/3 VV 17 HYBRID Inscripción y pago de Fast Track es requerido en dos cursos simultáneos. El pago completo es requerido para los dos cursos de Fast Track English IV A & B cada nivel de Fast Track antes del primer día de clase, no hay rembolso Course No. IEP 241 - IEP 242/COMG 1004/1004* $534 completo para cualquier de los dos cursos en el primer o después del 33219, 33409 M-F 8am-2:30pm 8/23-10/8 VV 18 HYBRID primer día de clases del primer curso. 16406, 16407 M-F 8am-2:30pm 10/18-12/3 VV 18 HYBRID El pago completo es requerido al momento de la inscripción. Fast Track English V A & B Course No. IEP 251 - IEP 252 $534 Inscripción para clases del ciclo de Otoño inicia el 2 de Agosto 2021 33221, 33222 M-F 8am-2:30pm 8/23-10/8 VV 19 HYBRID 16408, 16409 M-F 8am-2:30pm 10/18-12/3 VV 19 HYBRID Ultimo dìa de inscripción es el viernes previo al primer dìa de clases. Fast Track English VI A & B Requisitos de Reembolso: Información en la Sección General de Course No. IEP 261 - IEP 262 $534 este horario de clases. 33223, 33224 M-F 8am-2:30pm 8/23-10/8 VV 11B HYBRID 16410, 16411 M-F 8am-2:30pm 10/18-12/3 VV 11B HYBRID

* Workforce Education Course Manual Equivalents. 37 * Underlined Courses Are Workforce Education Course Manual Equivalent. Intensive English VI-A IEP AM 100 Hours/10.0 CEUs Course No. IEP 161 $267 Online Classes Cycle I & II 33230 M-F 9:00-11:50am 8/23-10/8 VV 7B HYBRID Full Payment is required at time of registration. (El pago Cycle II: October 18 to December 3, 2021 completo es requerido al momento de la inscripción.) *No Classes on Nov. 11, 25 & 26, 2021 IEP AM Online Synchronize w/Virtual Scheduled Classes: Students Intensive English I-B need to be available Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 am to Course No. IEP 112 $267 11:50am for virtual classes via video-platforms and complete 16412 T-Th 9-11:50am 10/18-12/3 VV 5A assignments/exams online using the Blackboard platform. HYBRID Intensive English II-B New and returning students are encouraged to seek lab services if Course No. IEP 122 $267 technical support 16413 T-Th 9-11:50am 10/18-12/3 VV 22 Registration Referral Form from the Language Institute is required HYBRID to enroll in courses. Intensive English III-B Course No. IEP 132/COMG 1001* $267 IEP AM 100 Hours/10.0 CEUs 16414 T-Th 9-11:50am 10/18-12/3 VV 28 Hybrid Classes Cycle I & II HYBRID Intensive English IV-B Full Payment is required at time of registration. (El pago Course No. IEP 142/COMG 1004* $267 completo es requerido al momento de la inscripción.) 16415 T-Th 9-11:50am 10/18-12/3 VV 29 HYBRID Intensive English V-B What is the Intensive Hybrid Program? Course No. IEP 152 $267 The Intensive Hybrid Program is a combination of online and 16416 T-Th 9-11:50am 10/18-12/3 VV 30B face-to-face instruction. Courses are divided into face-to-face HYBRID instruction on campus and online instructional delivery. Assign- Intensive English VI-B ments and unit tests will be administered online. Final writing Course No. IEP 162 $267 and grammar exams are administered on campus. Tutoring will 16417 T-Th 9-11:50am 10/18-12/3 VV 7B be available both on campus and online upon need. Labs will be HYBRID available to students when needed as part of our open lab policy. IEP AM 100 Hours/10.0 CEUs New and returning students are encouraged to seek lab services Online Classes Cycle I & II if technical support is needed in using Blackboard, DynEd or EPCC email. Full Payment is required at time of registration. (El pago completo es requerido al momento de la inscripción.) · Intensive Hybrid Schedule: students will have face-to face instruction weekly and will be on campus once per week only: IEP AM Online Synchronize w/Virtual Scheduled Classes: Stu- Tuesdays OR Thursdays. dents need to be available Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 am · Students need to be available Monday to Friday from 9:00- to 11:50am for virtual classes via video-platforms and complete 11:50am. Students will be assigned in attendance groups based assignments/exams online using the Blackboard platform. on their registration date. Groups will alternate attending classes on certain days and to the lab on the other days. New and returning students are encouraged to seek lab services if · Students will receive their assigned attendance group via email technical support on the Friday prior to class start date. Registration Referral Form from the Language Institute is required to enroll in courses Cycle I: August 23 to October 8, 2021 *No Classes on Sept. 6 & 16, 2021 IEP 100 Hours/10.0 CEUs Intensive English I-A Online Synchronous Classes Cycle I & II Course No. IEP 111 $267 33225 M-F 9:00-11:50am 8/23-10/8 VV 5A Cycle I: August 24 to October 8, 2021 HYBRID *No Classes on Sept. 6 & 16, 2021 Intensive English II-A Registration Referral Form from the Language Institute is required Course No. IEP 121 $267 to enroll in courses. 33226 M-F 9:00-11:50am 8/23-10/8 VV 22 HYBRID Intensive English I-A Intensive English III-A Course No. IEP 111 $267 Course No. IEP 131/COMG 1000* $267 33231 T-Th 9:00-11:50am 8/24-10/8 ONLINE 33227 M-F 9:00-11:50am 8/23-10/8 VV 28 HYBRID Intensive English I-B Intensive English IV-A Course No. IEP 112 $267 Course No. IEP 141/COMG 1004* $267 33232 T-Th 9:00-11:50am 8/24-10/8 ONLINE 33228 M-F 9:00-11:50am 8/23-10/8 VV 21 HYBRID Intensive English II-B Intensive English V-A Course No. IEP 122 $267 Course No. IEP 151 $267 33233 T-Th 9:00-11:50am 8/24-10/8 ONLINE 33229 M-F 9:00-11:50am 8/23-10/8 VV 30B HYBRID 38 * Underlined Courses Are Workforce Education Course Manual Equivalent. Intensive English IV-A Intensive English III-A Course No. IEP 141/COMG 1004* $267 Course No. IEP 131/COMG 1000* $267 33234 T-Th 9:00-11:50am 8/24-10/8 ONLINE 16426 Sat 8:30am-1pm 8/21-12/4 ONLINE Intensive English IV-A Intensive English VI-A Course No. IEP 141/COMG 1004* $267 Course No. IEP 161 $267 16427 Sat 8:30am-1pm 8/21-12/4 ONLINE 33235 T-Th 9:00-11:50am 8/24-10/8 ONLINE Intensive English IV-B Cycle II: October 18 to December 3, 2021 Course No. IEP 142/COMG 1004* $267 *No Classes on Nov. 11, 25 & 26, 2021 16428 Sat 8:30am-1pm 8/21-12/4 ONLINE Intensive English I-B Intensive English VI-A Course No. IEP 112 $267 Course No. IEP 161 $267 16418 T-Th 9:00-11:50am 10/19-12/3 ONLINE 16429 Sat 8:30am-1pm 8/21-12/4 ONLINE Intensive English II-A Intensive English VI-B Course No. IEP 121 $267 Course No. IEP 162 $267 16419 T-Th 9:00-11:50am 10/19-12/3 ONLINE 16430 Sat 8:30am-1pm 8/21-12/4 ONLINE Intensive English III-A Course No. IEP 131/COMG 1000* $267 Conversation ESL Program 16420 T-Th 9:00-11:50am 10/19-12/3 ONLINE Online Synchronous Classes 50 Hours/5.0 CEUs Intensive English IV-B Course No. IEP 142/COMG 1004* $267 The 50-hours Conversation ESL course of study is designed 16422 T-Th 9:00-11:50am 10/19-12/3 ONLINE to advance the oral English skills of students in the workplace. Conversation ESL classes are offered Intensive English VI-B on weekends and are aimed at improving pronunciation Course No. IEP 162 $267 and the use of idiomatic expressions. The emphasis is on 16421 T-Th 9:00-11:50am 10/19-12/3 ONLINE communication and formal presentations. Full Payment is required at time of registration. (El pago IEP Sat 100 Hours/10.0 CEUs completo es requerido al momento de la inscripción).

Full Payment is required at time of registration. (El pago • Placement Exam is needed to register for IEP and completo es requerido al momento de la inscripción.) Conversation ESL classes. Contact us to make an appointment for the exam. What is the Online Intensive Saturday Program? The Online Intensive Saturday Program is delivered 100% online with Cycle I; August 31 to November 30, 2021 live Saturday lectures that run between 8:30 am-1:00 pm. Students *No Classes on Sept. 6 & 16, Nov. 11, 25 & 26, 2021 will ‘attend’ 1.5 hours virtual classes per subject (L&S, R&W, G). Registration Referral Form from the Language Institute is Assignments, unit tests, and final exams will be administered online via required to enroll in courses. Blackboard. Labs will be available to students when needed as part of our open lab policy. Conversation ESL IV Course No. IEP 504 $138 · Online Intensive Saturday Schedule: Live/virtual instruction on 16431 T Th 6-8pm 08/31-11/30 ONLINE Saturdays from 8:30-1:00 pm. Conversation ESL V Cycle I; August 21 to December 4, 2021 Course No. IEP 505 $138 *No classes on November 27, 2021 16432 T Th 6-8pm 08/31-11/30 ONLINE Registration Referral Form from the Language Institute is required to enroll in courses Conversation ESL VI Course No. IEP 506 $138 Intensive English I-A 16433 T Th 6-8pm 08/31-11/30 ONLINE Course No. IEP 111 $267 16423 Sat 8:30am-1pm 8/21-12/4 ONLINE Intensive English I-B Course No. IEP 112 $267 16424 Sat 8:30am-1pm 8/21-12/4 ONLINE Intensive English II-A Course No. IEP 121 $267 16425 Sat 8:30am-1pm 8/21-12/4 ONLINE

39 ¡LA IMPORTANCIA DE APRENDER INGLÉS!

Las razones para querer aprender inglés pueden ser múltiples, ya sean aspiraciones laborales, académicas, o personales. Cualquiera que sea tu objetivo, recuerda que EPCC Language Institute te ofrece un programa interactivo de inmersión total en un ambiente dinámico y multicultural. Nuestro programa se destaca por sus servicios a estudiantes y el desarrollo en un ambiente multicultural. No dejes que la falta de conocimiento avanzado del idioma inglés paralice tus planes. Ofrecemos horarios flexibles. No se requiere GED/preparatoria.

¿Eres estudiante de preparatoria? Estudiantes de 17 años pueden tomar clases los sábados durante el año escolar y en las vacaciones pueden transferirse a los cursos de tiempo completo.

¿Trabajas durante la semana? Puedes tomar clases en sábados.

¿Tus niños van a la escuela durante el día? Puedes tomar clases de lunes a viernes de 9:00 a 11:50 am. Podrás ayudar en las tareas de tus hijos y a comunicarte efectivamente con sus maestros.

¿Necesitas aprender inglés rápidamente? Inscríbete en el programa de Fast Track y podrás dominar el inglés en aproximadamente un año.

¿Necesitas fluidez en el idioma? Inscríbete en las clases de Conversation ESL para aprender técnicas de pronunciación y enriquecer tu vocabulario.

Las ventajas de aprender inglés son considerables y tu inversión tendrá resultados que te duraran toda la vida. Empieza hoy, invierte tu dinero y tiempo en un proyecto que te ayudará a cumplir tus aspiraciones laborales, académicas y personales.

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Luz Taboada, Director CCWT develops and delivers up-to-date and convenient innovative and accessible programs to meet the vocational and professional 915-831-7824 or 915-831-7756 development needs of individuals and businesses in the El Paso region. CCWT can customize curriculum that can be delivered on- The Center for Corporate and Workforce Training (CCWT) or off-site to your employees, with flexible schedules. provides a variety of online and Face-to-Face training to participants for employment by providing quality educational MS Project 16 hrs/1.6CEUs programs that promote self-sufficiency and meet employers’ needs. Participants will use project management software for developing a project plan including timelines, milestones, scheduling, life cycle The CCWT provides services to unemployed and underemployed phases, management frameworks, skills, processes, and tools. individuals such as displaced workers, youth, veterans, military Course No. CWT 819 $109 spouses, and the community at large. Participants learn the skills 33241 TTh 6pm-8pm 8/24-9/16 Online that will lead to productive employment and job advancement. Must be 18 years of age to register for any of our courses. Customs Brokerage 8 hrs/.8 CEUs This course will provide logistic associates with an understanding of JOING OUR TEAM OF INSTRUCTORS! how to complete and ensure that import/export documentation for US The Center for Corporate and Workforce Training (CCWT) under and Mexico customs is accurate. A foundation of knowledge including the Division of Workforce and Continuing education is looking protocol, customs, etiquette, verbal and nonverbal communications. for dedicated, passionate, and qualified instructors to share their Course No. CWT 603 $75 talent, skills, and knowledge with youth, adults, and professionals 16616 Sat 8am-12pm 8/2/-9/4 ASC B480 in the community. 16534 Sat 8am-12pm 9/11-9/18 ASC B480 If you are interested in teaching and existing course or have an idea for a new course, we would love to hear from you! Corporate Communications 24 hrs/2.4 CEUs Instructors are needed for the following areas (to teach F2F and This course will focus on three aspects of corporate communication: online courses): grammar, professional writing, speech and presentations. • Automotive Collision Technology Course No. CWT 402 $200 • Automotive Technology 33242 MW 5:30-8:30pm 8/23-9/20 ASC B585 • Business Fundamentals 16815 Sat 9am-1pm 8/28-10/16 ASC • Construction Technology • Corporate and Business Training To register for these courses, please contact José CassoLópez, • Corporate and Customize Training Program Manager at 915-831-7756. • Customer Service • Customs Brokerage NOTE: If a class does not make, it will be canceled, and monies will • Electrical Maintenance and Wiring be reimbursed within a two-week period. • Electronics • Essential Supervisory Skills • Facilities Maintenance • HVAC: Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Institute For Customer Service • Information Technology Excellence-Southwest Region • Insurance Claims Adjuster • Insurance Customer Service Representative The Institute will provide participants the opportunity to test for the • Lean Manufacturing: Six Sigma Retail Industry Fundamentals Specialist, Customer Service and Sales • Logistics: Supply Chain Certified Specialist, and Business of Retail Certified Specialist through • Management and Leadership Skills the National Retail Federation Foundation RiseUP. • Plumbing • Project Management The Institute can also customize customer service workshops tailored to • Quality Assurance: Manufacturing meet business and industry needs. The following courses are provided • Welding by the Institute: Please submit your resume and ideas to ccwt@ Introduction to epcc.edu or contact us at 915-831-7756 Customer Service 24 hrs/2.4 CEUs This course is designed to provide an introduction to the process of providing excellent customer service. The course will prepare the students to provide excellent customer service in the areas of employment they enter including but not limited to the retail industry. It includes the recognition of the customer base and identification and fulfillment of customer needs. Course No. CWT 400 $200 33243 TTh 5:30-8:30pm 8/24-9/16 ASC B580 16816 Sat 9am-1pm 8/28-10/16 ASC

41 * Underlined Courses Are Workforce Education Course Manual Equivalent. Enhancing your Customer Motorcycle Repair 20 hrs/2.0 CEUs Service Skills 8 hrs/.8 CEUs Participants will learn how to properly service, repair and maintain This course presents the foundation required for developing skills and motorcycles. This course concentrates on engine service and knowledge to work effectively with internal and external customers. It maintaining safety equipment, such as brakes and lights. The study is designed to help customer service staff to be the best they possibly of other components will include shocks, tires, wheels, drive chains, can for their organization. At the conclusion, participants will have an cables, clutches, valve adjustments, timing chain service, fuel system understanding of what makes an excellent customer service experience; service, and ignition system testing. Emphasis will be placed on the how to deliver excellent customer service over the telephone; and how individual projects. Students must provide their own motorcycle. to deal with a difficult customer. This course can be customized to the Course No. CWT 100 $135 business/industry needs. 16817 Sat 1-5pm 10/2-10/30 TTC Course No. CWT 401 $75 16818 Sat 1-5pm 11/6-12/11 TTC 16548 Sat 1-5pm 8/28-9/4 ASC B480 16550 Sat 1-5pm 9/11-9/18 ASC B480 NOTE: If a class does not make, it will be canceled, and monies To register for these courses please contact Estela Ortiz at will be reimbursed within a two-week period. 915-831-7785. Auto Collision and Repair Automotive Technology The Auto Collision and Repair Program will prepare you Auto Mechanics/ with the basic technical knowledge and skills for the auto collision and Non-Mechanics 20 hrs/2.0 CEUs repair industry. You will receive hands-on training from instructors Learn basic automotive technical skills. These skills will assist credentialed by (I-CAR). you when you need to identify mechanical problems, make minor Participants may earn Pro-level 1 Platinum credential from the Inter- repairs, and perform preventive maintenance such as changing oil and industry conference on Auto Collision and Repair transmission filters. (I-CAR). The program consists of five courses. They are Shop Safety Course No. CWT 101 $170 and Procedures, Vehicle Design and Structural Analysis, Vehicle Trim 16551 Sat 1-5pm 8/28-9/25 TTC and Hardware, Basic Refinishing, Basic Metal Repair, and Collision Repair Estimating. Fundamentals of Participants may earn Pro-level 1 Platinum credential from the Inter- Brake Systems 20 hrs/2.0 CEUs industry conference on Auto Collision and Repair (I-CAR). The This course introduces the basics of brake systems to include topics program consists of five courses. They are Shop Safety and Procedures, on the diagnosis, anti-lock brake systems, and parking brakes. These Vehicle Design and Structural Analysis, Vehicle Trim and Hardware, concepts are taught through a series of class discussions and hands-on Basic Refinishing, Basic Metal Repair, and Collision Repair Estimating. applications. Course No. CWT 102 $170 16553 Sat 8am-12pm 08/28-9/25 TTC 159 Shop Safety and Procedures 48 hrs/4.8 CEUs Participants will learn the basic knowledge of shop safety, basic shop tools, test equipment, and service tools. Instruction will occur in a classroom and field-laboratory setting. Course No. CWT 110 $320 33244 MW 5:30pm-9:30pm 8/23-10/4 TTC 159 Vehicle Design and Structural Analysis 48 hrs/4.8 CEUs Participants will learn the basic current metal work techniques, product application, and skill development utilizing various auto body features including metal principles. The student will perform basic metal straightening procedures, utilize basic body shop hand tools, and utilize appropriate plastic filler application techniques. Instruction will occur in a classroom and field-laboratory setting. Course No. CWT 111 $320 16557 MW 5:30pm-9:30pm 10/6-11/15 TTC 159

To register for these courses, please contact José CassoLópez, Program Manager at 915-831-7756.

NOTE: If a class does not make, it will be canceled, and monies will be reimbursed within a two-week period.

42 * Underlined Courses Are Workforce Education Course Manual Equivalent. Building Trades Academy Introduction to Electrical Blueprint Reading 64hrs/6.4CEUs There is a STRONG DEMAND for workers in the building trade and An introduction to reading and interpreting working drawings for construction industry, and the demand will INCREASE as population, manufactured products and associated tolling; use sketching techniques businesses, and local economies continue to grow. to create pictorial and multiple-view drawings. A course in the control of electrical energy in industrials and commercial systems. Topics include electrical symbols, ladder diagrams, relay logic, programmable The EPCC Center for Corporate and Workforce Training (CCWT) controllers, and electronic controls. Building Trades Academy is an industry-driven academy for students Course No. CCW 304/ELPT1370* $459 interested and ready to work in the building trade and construction (c)16680 TTh 8am-12pm 11/15-12/13 Online fields. Electrical and construction trade programs provide in-depth (c)16683 TTh 6pm-10pm 11/15-12/13 Online practical information and integrated hands-on training using the latest technologies, materials, and techniques used in the industry. Students National Electrical are provided the opportunity to build skills, select a career, and be job- Code I 64 hrs/6.4 CEUs ready. Certifications are available upon completion of the program. This course focuses on safety procedures, requirements for building electrical systems, fire codes, lighting distribution, power sources, alarm Electrical Technology systems, and interior and exterior communication systems. Course No. CCW 310/ELPT1325* $509 (c) This course runs concurrently with the credit course and is limited (c)16686 TTh 8am-12pm 10/29-11/22 Online to students age 18 and older. Please see page 50. Concurrent Courses. (c)16689 TTh 6-10pm 10/29-11/22 Online To register for these courses, please contact Mr. José CassoLópez at 915-831-7756. National Electrical Code II 64 hrs/6.4 CEUs Introduction to Electrical An introductory study of the National Electrical Code (NEC) for those employed in fields requiring knowledge of the NEC. Emphasis is on Safety and Tools 64hrs/6.4CEUs wiring design protection, methods, and materials; equipment for general Provides a comprehensive overview of safety rules and regulations. use; and basic calculations. Includes the selection, inspection, use, and maintenance of common Course No. CCW 311/ELPT 2325* $459 tools for electricians. (c)16692 M-Th 8am-12pm 11/23-12/16 ATC 220 Course No. CCW 301/ELPT 1321* $459 (c)16695 M-Th 6-10pm 11/13-12/16 ATC 219 (c) 33261 M W 8am-12pm 8/23-9/14 Online (c) 33262 M W 6pm-10pm 8/23-9/14 ATC Facility Operation and Fundamentals of Maintenance II 96hrs/9.6CEUs This course focuses on safety procedures, requirements for building Electricity I 96hrs/9.6CEUs electrical systems, fire codes, lighting distribution, power sources, An introduction to basic direct current (DC) theory including electron alarm systems, and interior and exterior communication systems. theory and direct current applications. Includes electrical energy with Course No. CCW 309/ENTC 2439* $683 emphasis on industrial and commercial systems. Includes AC and DC (c) 16700 M-Th Online 9/28-10/28 ATC theory, electrical generation transmission, distribution and switching (c) 16702 M-Th Online 9/28-10/28 ATC and single phase and three phase motor principles. Course No. CCW 302/ELPT 1419* $683 (c) 16664 MW 8am-12pm 9/15-10/19 ATC 219 Programmable Logic (c) 16668 M-Th 6pm-10pm 9/15-10/19 ATC 216 Controllers 96hrs/9.6CEUs A study in programmable logic controllers as used in industrial Fundamentals of environments including basic concepts, programming, applications, troubleshooting of ladder logic, and interfacing of equipment. Topics Electricity II 64hrs/6.4CEUs include processor units, numbering systems, memory organization, relay An introduction to alternating current (AC) including Ohm’s Law. type devices, timers, counters, data manipulators and programming. Topics include AC voltage, frequency, mechanical and electrical Course No. CCW307/RBTC1401* $683 degrees, waveforms, resistors, capacitors, and inductors. Theory (c)33263 M-F 8am-12pm 8/23-9/27 ATC220 and application of electrical energy with emphasis on industrial and (c)33264 M-F 6pm-10pm 8/23-9/27 ATC219 commercial systems. Includes AC and DC theory, electrical generation transmission, distribution and switching and single phase and three phase motor principles. Course No. CCW 303/ELPT 1320* $459 (c)16672 M W 8am-12pm 10/20-11/10 Online (c)16675 M W 6pm-10pm 10/20-11/10 Online

43 * Underlined Courses Are Workforce Education Course Manual Equivalent.

Motor Control 64hrs/6.4CEUs Study of the operating principles of solid-state and conventional controls along with their practical applications. Topics include braking, jogging, plugging, safety interlocks, wiring, and schematic diagram interpretations. A study of electric motors and motor control devices common to a modern industrial environment. A presentation of motor characteristics with emphasis on starting, speed control, and stopping systems. Course No. CCW305/ELPT 1341* $459 (c)16705 TTh 6-10pm 10/20-11/10 Online Construction Technology Blueprint Reading for Construction 30 hrs/3.0 CEUs Blueprint Reading for Construction provides the student with the “tools” and methodology for interpretation of blueprints in the building- construction industry. This course covers the reading, interpretation, and application of symbols, graphic language, and terminology used in the construction industry by building trades. Course No. CWT 501 $128 33245 MW 6-8:30pm 8/23-10/5 ASC B480 Construction Cost Estimating 30 hrs/3.0 CEUs This introductory course presents an overview for cost-estimating of building construction, reviews pre-bid procedures, material surveys, pricing and bid closeout. Course No. CWT 502 $128 16559 MW 6-8:30pm 10/6-11/15 ASC B480

Introduction to Home Electrical 10 hrs/1.0 CEUs Students will learn the general principles of electrical controls and their components in the electrical power industry. Includes reading electrical diagrams and identifying industrial switches and pilot devices. Introduction to hardwiring and troubleshooting of industrial control relays and timers. Course No. CWT 313 $155 16560 Sat 10am-12pm 8/28-9/25 ACS B Welding Technology

Welding Art 28 hrs/2.8 CEUs Participants will learn the fundamentals of producing utilitarian and ornamental items using various metals. Participants use welding techniques to create metal pieces with sheet and/or stock materials by using various welding and cutting processes. Students must purchase their own supplies. Course No. CWT 200 $282 16561 Sat 2-6pm 8/28-10/9 ATC 121

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...... For an application or more information call us or visit http://ssb.texasworkforce.org . Apprenticeship in Texas The Texas Workforce Commission has funding available for business and employers with apprenticeship programs. The funds help pay for classroom training. Partner with El Paso Community College for a great opportunity to access those funds. To find out how call us or visit www.twc.state.tx.us/programs/apprenticeship-program-overview ......

The Skills for Transition Program from the Texas Workforce Commission provides eligible veterans with up to $2,750 towards short-term industry recognized certification training. Eligible Veterans must be in good standing within 180 days of leaving the armed services.

For more information call us or visit http://www.twc.state.tx.us/jobseekers/texas-operation-welcome-home

49 GENERAL INFORMATION

FOR GENERAL INFORMATION OR QUESTIONS CALL SENIOR ADULT PROGRAM 915-831-7721. El Paso Community College offers senior citizens 55 years and older a wide variety of free classes through the Senior Adult Program. REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT Senior Adults who register for courses outside the Senior Adult Program Complete the Registration Form on page 51 of this schedule or go must pay all tuition and fees that apply to the course. to www.epcc.edu/Academics/ContinuingEducation for an online form. Students are encouraged to keep their records current by Students must provide copies of driver’s license, birth certificate, or completing the registration form for each class. other document showing proof of birth to qualify. Students can mail or fax their registration form or they can register in person at one of seven different locations. Fax registrations to In addition, students must purchase required textbooks and (915) 831-7821. If registering in person, continuing education supplies at their own expense. students are encouraged to register at the ASC B Building, 9050 Viscount. Parking policies apply to all students taking classes on the Go to www.epcc.edu/Academics/ContinuingEducation for college campuses. information about registration or call 915-831-7721. Check the Senior Adult Program section for dates and locations of free Full payment is required at the time of registration. Students are classes. encouraged to enroll and pay two weeks prior to the class start date. Payment of tuition and fees can be made with cash, check, BACTERIAL MENINGITIS VACCINE money order, debit card, and the following credit cards: VISA, REQUIREMENT MASTERCARD, AMERICAN EXPRESS, and DISCOVER. DO NOT send cash through the mail. All checks or money orders must Students under age 22, enrolled in a non-credit course or program be made payable to EPCC. that is more than 360 contact hours, are required to have a meningitis vaccination 10 days before the start of class. Proof of immunization REFUNDS must be presented when registering for the course/program.

The EPCC Refund policy is as follows: FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE 1.100% refund - cancelled class 2.100% refund – student formally drops prior to first class meeting Tuition assistance may be available for eligible students enrolled in 3. 80% refund – student formally drops prior to third class meeting continuing education vocational courses. In order to apply for the Texas 4. Requests for refunds are not granted after the third class meeting Public Education Grant (TPEG), students must complete the Free Refund checks will be mailed to the address on the student’s record. Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at www.studentaid. Students are encouraged to maintain a current mailing address with the gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa at least 8 weeks before registration. Upon college. For further information go to www.epcc.edu/TuitionsandFees/ receipt of the EPCC award notification, students should submit the Pages/default.aspx TPEG-CE application to the appropriate CE Director two weeks before registration. PARKING ON CAMPUS RECORDS AND THE FAMILY EDUCATIONAL RIGHTS AND PRIVACY ACT OF 1974 DIRECTORY INFORMATION Students enrolled in Workforce and CE courses will be eligible for a In compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of free parking pass if they are registered for a total of 60 contact hours or 1974, El Paso County Community College District gives notice that the less. To obtain your free temporary parking pass, take your Registration following types of directory information will be released to the general Statement to any Vehicle Registration Office. Students enrolled in public without the written consent of the student: courses with 61 contact hours or more are required to register their • Student’s name vehicle and purchase a parking decal. For more information about • Student’s address parking on campus, go to www.epcc.edu/Services/Police/vehicle- • Telephone listing registration or call 915-831-2867 or 915- 831-2212. • Dates of attendance • Major field of study and awards, degrees received • Most recent previous institution attended • Date of birth

Students currently enrolled may request that all or part of their directory information be withheld from the public by filing a written request at the Admissions and Registration Office. Such a request will remain in effect until the student authorizes its removal in writing. Release of any additional information pertaining to student records must be authorized, in writing, by the student, except as authorized under the law. Students have a right to inspect, review, request copies of, and challenge the contents of their educational records. A fee will be charged for copies provided.

50 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS EL PASO COMMUNITY COLLEGE LOCATIONS

How and where do I register for a course? Fort Bliss: Registrations are processed on a first-come, first-serve basis. You can Monday - Friday 7:30am to 4:30pm register at any campus; however, you are encouraged to register at the East Bliss, Bldg A406 915-831-5511 Administrative Services Building B (ASC B), 9050 Viscount. Students can also register by mail. Online registration is available for some Valle Verde Campus: courses. Monday - Friday 7:30am to 5:30pm For more information, call 915-831-7721. Enrollment Services Center, 919 Hunter Dr., Bldg E 915-831-2150 Are There Any Entrance Requirements? Unless otherwise noted, the minimum age for adult continuing Rio Grande Campus: education courses is 17 years of age. Additional information regarding Monday - Friday 7:30am to 5:30pm minimum ages and other prerequisites for specific classes can be Student Services Center, found in the individual course listing, or obtained from the responsible 103 Montana, Room D101 915-831-4035 continuing education director. It is the student’s responsibility to ensure all course requirements and prerequisites are met. Students will not be Transmountain Campus: allowed to remain in a course if the prerequisites and requirements have Monday - Friday 7:30am to 5:30pm not been satisfied. 9470 Gateway North, Room 1051 915-831-5030

What if my class is cancelled? Mission Del Paso Campus: In the event of a cancellation or change in schedule, each registered Monday - Friday 7:30am to 5:30pm student will be contacted at the phone number(s) currently on file for the 10700 Gateway East, Room A123 915-831-7017 student. When possible, the decision to cancel a course will take place 48 hours prior to the start of the course. Students will be issued a 100% Northwest Campus: refund for cancelled classes. In addition, students can request a transfer Monday - Friday 7:30am to 5:30pm to another section. Main Building, 6701 South Desert Blvd., Room M73 915-831-8830 What is a concurrent course? A concurrent class is a college-credit course in which CE students can Administrative Services Center: enroll on a space-available basis. Normal CE registration procedures Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm (Closed 12:00-1:00pm) apply. These courses can later be converted to college credit under B Building Room 220 prescribed conditions. A (c) before the section number indicates that the 9050 Viscount 915-831-7737 course is concurrent with credit. For more information, call 915-831-7721. KEY TO CODES CONTINUING EDUCATION TRANSCRIPTS AND CERTIFICATES OF COMPLETION LOCATION CODE CAMPUSES BLDG NUMBERS VV VALLE VERDE 2000-2080 Transcripts may be requested at any EPCC campus or via U.S. mail. For TM TRANSMOUNTAIN 3000-3070 more information, please call 915-831-2282. Certificates of Completion RG RIO GRANDE 4000-4090 should be requested through the Division Office from which they were NW NORTHWEST 7000-7030 MDP MISSION DEL PASO 8000-8070 issued. There may be a fee for issuing duplicate certificates. ASC ADMINISTRATIVE Bldg A - B SERVICE CENTER DAY CODES M MONDAY T TUESDAY W WEDNESDAY TH THURSDAY F FRIDAY SAT SATURDAY SUN SUNDAY

51 AVP Workforce & Continuing Education Virtual Office Hours via Blackboard Collaborate Ultra 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. / MondaySTAFF - Friday Office Virtual Office Link Dr. Carlos Amaya, Interim Associate Vice President 831-7724 Workforce and Continuing Education AVP Workforce and Continuing ▪ Jessica Diaz, Senior Administrative Associate 831-7795 Education Virtual Office ▪ Terry Delgado, Administrative Associate 831-7721 Dr. Olga Valerio, Dean 831-2350 Advanced Technology Center - ATC VV Dean - Advanced Technology 831-2351 Center Virtual Office– ATC VV ▪ Savannah Chavira, Senior Administrative Associate Dr. Carmen Aguilera-Goerner, Director 831-7784 Workforce Strategic Initiatives Workforce Strategies Initiatives - ASC B 831-7716 ▪ Veronica Valverde, Administrative Associate Pablo Armendariz, Director 831-7747 Contract Opportunities Center - ASC B Contract Opportunity Center 831-7751 ▪ Alicia Salcedo, Administrative Associate

Barry Bogle, Director 831-7116 Law Enforcement Law Enforcement - MdP ▪ Lupe Noriega, Administrative Associate 831-7117 Risk Management Institute Joseph Ferguson, Director 831-7730 Small Business Development Center - ASC B Director, Small Business Development Center ▪ Guadalupe Alvarez, Administrative Associate 831-7710 Leticia Guerra, Director 831-2117 CE, Business & Tech. Education and Personal Enrichment - VV CE Bus Tech Ed Per, CE Personal Enrichment ▪ Nancy Reyes, Administrative Associate 831-2346 Cheryl Stiles, Director 831-4029 CE Health - RG Continuing Education - Health ▪ Elva Santacruz, Administrative Associate 831-4116 831-7796 Luz Taboada, Director Center for Corporate &

Center for Corporate & Workforce Training – ASC B Workforce Training 831-7824 ▪ Hilda Diaz, Administrative Associate Mary Yanez, Director 831-7803 Senior Adult Program – ASC B Senior Adult Program 831-7801 ▪ Carol Attel, Senior Administrative Associate

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52 El Paso Community College Continuing Education Registration Form [email protected] FAX: (915) 831-2161

STUDENT REGISTRATION FORM (Please print clearly/Por favor imprima claramente) Keeping your information current with EPCC is important. This will help us contact you in case of cancelled classes, schedule changes, or any other reason. Student refunds will be sent to the address on file./Es importante mantener su información actualizada con EPCC. Esto nos ayuda a informarle si sus clases se han cancelado, si hay cambios en su horario de clases o por cualquier otro motivo. Re-embolsos se enviaran en dos semanas a la dirección proporcionada. SSN or EPCC ID: ______Date of Birth(Mo/Day/Year)/Fecha de Nacimiento(mes/dia/año): ____/____/______

Legal Name/Nombre Legal: Last Name/Apellido First Name/Primer Nombre Middle Initital/Inicial De Segundo Nombre Mailing Address/Domicilio: ______Street/Domicilio City/Ciudad State/Estado Zip Code/Código Postal Phone/Telefono: ______Cell/Celular Work/De Trabajo Home/En Casa Email/Correo Electrónico:______Gender/Sexo:______(F) ______(M)

Emergency Contact Person/Persona Para Avisar En Caso De Emergencia:______Name/Nombre Phone/Teléfono For disability accommodations, please contact Center for Students with Disabilities at/Para asistencia por cuestión de discapacidad, por favor llame al Centro Para Estudiantes con Discapacidades (915) 831-2426). Request EPCC to release your directory information?/Desea que EPCC comparta su información? Yes/Si ____ No ____ Ethnicity/Etnicidad(optional) _____White(Non Hispanic)/Blanco(No Hispano) _____Hispanic/Hispano _____Asian/Pacific Islander/Asiático/Islas del Pacífico _____Black(Non Hispanic)/Afro-Americano (No Hispano) _____American Indian/Alaskan Native/Indio Americano/Nativo De Alaska _____Other/Otra Nacionalidad Are you a U.S. citizen? (Yes/Si) ___ (No)___ Are you Permanent Resident? (Y/Si)____ (No)____ Es usted ciudadano americano? Es usted residente permanente?

Student Signature/Firma del Estudiante:______Date/Fecha:______Example/Ejemplo: 27870 MGT 811 Introduction to Business Basics VV 1/22/13-3/12/13 Tues 6pm-9pm CRN Course Number/Clase Número Course Title/Titulo Del Curso Campus Dates/Fechas Days/Dias Time/Horario 27870 MGT 811 Introduction to Business Basics VV 1/22/13-3/12/13 T 6 – 9 pm

CRN Course Number/ Course Title/ Campus Dates/Fechas Days/Dias Time/ Clase Número Titulo Del Curso Horario

Registration must be received at least one week prior to the start of the class. Completed forms should be either emailed to: [email protected] or faxed to: (915) 831-2161. Please remember to sign the form.

La inscripción debe recibirse al menos una semana antes del comienzo de la clase. Los formularios completos deben enviarse por correo electrónico a: [email protected] o por fax a: (915) 831-2161. Recuerde firmar el formulario. Once you have been registered for your classes you will receive an email with your student ID number and PIN, and confirming that you have been registered for continuing education classes. At that time you must pay for your classes online at the link included below. Classes will be dropped if payment has not been made within two business days of registration. If you have any questions regarding payment please call Tuitions/Cashiering Services at (915) 831-2107 or (915) 831-2569

Cuando se haya registrado para sus clases, recibirá un correo electrónico con su número de identificación de estudiante y PIN, y confirmará que se ha registrado para las clases de educación continua. En ese momento, debe pagar sus clases en línea en el enlace que se incluye a continuación. Las clases se cancelarán si el pago no se ha realizado dos días después de su inscripción. Si tiene alguna pregunta sobre el pago, llame a los servicios de matrícula/cajero al (915) 831-2107 o al (915) 831-2569.

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El Paso County Community College District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity./El distrito de El Paso Community College no discrimina a nadie por su raza, color de piel, origen nacional, religión, sexo, edad, incapacidad física, status military, orientación sexual o identidad sexual. 53 EL PASO COMMUNITY COLLEGE Workforce & Continuing Education ASC B220 (915)831-7737 STEP-BY-STEP ONLINE REGISTRATION GUIDE

Online registration is available for most courses. Check the online registration system to determine if your course is eligible for online registration

1. Have your EPCC ID number and PIN ready to register online 2. If you do not know your EPCC ID number, please call the Information Technology Service Desk at 915-831-6440 3. Monday – Thursday: 6:00am – 10:00pm Friday: 6:00am – 5:00pm Saturday: 8:00am – 4:00pm 4. Clear your “HOLDS” such as unpaid fines, fees or past due financial aid accounts. 5. Example of REGISTRATION WORKSHEET: CRN COURSE/ NUMBER COURSE TITLE CAMPUS DATES DAY(S) TIME 27870 MGT 811 Introduction to Business Basics VV 1/20-3/20 Tues 6-9 pm

1. Log on to the internet. 2. Enter: epcc.edu 3. Enter your ID Number. 4. Enter your PIN number. 5. Enter your Birthdate. For example, if your birthday is April 3, 1945, you’d enter: MMDDYY-040345. 6. Re-enter your Birthdate. Click “Login”. 7. Select the Student and Financial Aid Menu to register. 8. Select Registration (Credit and Continuing Education). 9. Select Registration and Add/Drop classes. 10. Select a Term. 11. Click on Submit. 12. Enter CRN/Submit Changes or Select Class Search. 13. DON’T FORGET TO CLICK ON “COMPLETE YOUR REGISTRATION” after you have selected your courses. 14. Pay the tuition and fees to complete the registration. DON’T WAIT FOR A STATEMENT. Call the Technology Service Desk at 915-831-6440, Monday-Thursday from 6am-10pm and Friday from 6am-5pm, and Saturday 8am-4pm, if you have questions about registration.

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