workforce & continuing education fall schedule

Workforce & Continuing Education

Fall 2012 Course Schedule

Business & TechnologyHealth CareersIndustrial TradesLanguagesLaw EnforcementPersonal EnrichmentReal EstateTeaching & EducationTransportation

Please note: Information marked in red has been updated since the publication date.Revised 10/18/2012

Working TogetherContinuing Education programs are registered with, approved by or affiliated with the following:

Air Conditioning and Refrigeration InstituteAmerican Academy of PediatricsAmerican Heart AssociationAmerican Management Association (AMA)Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC)Command Spanish, Inc.Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)International Trauma Life SupportNational Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER)Texas Commission on Fire Protection

Texas Commission on Law Enforcement – Officer Standards in Education (TCLEOSE)Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS) Texas Department of Health (TDH)Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations (TDLR)Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS)Texas Department of State Health ServicesTexas Real Estate Commission (TREC)

Mission StatementVictoria College Continuing Education Mission Statement

Continuing education that effectively fulfills business, industry, and individual needs for quick response to preparatory, supplemental, or professional development training.

Workforce TrainingContinuing Education

Professional Development

We’re your partner for innovative training solutions for you and your business.

Our customized training services are designed to respond to your

organization’s development needs.Let us help you build a better business!

We offer:• Instructors with real world experience• Workstations featuring the latest technology• Comfortable learning environment

Classes can be taught at your worksite or at our main campus in Victoria or one of our centers in Port Lavaca or Gonzales.

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Excel I 2007 $125 ITSW 1022

This course includes hands-on instruction and practice with Excel 2007, the spreadsheet program from Microsoft Office. Introduction to terminology, machine use, program parameters, display characteristics, formatting features, mathematical functions, and printing. Students will understand basic concepts of spreadsheet (Excel) functions, create formulas, charts, graphs, and generate reports. All course materials included. 12 contact hours/1.2 CEUs.

VC Main CampusFeb 22 - Mar 3Tue & Thu | 5:30PM - 8:30PM

VC Calhoun County CenterMay 2 - May 11 Mon & Wed | 5:30PM - 8:30PM

Rubric & Course Number

Course Title

Course Description

Course Fee

Location*Start & End Dates

Days Start & End Times

How to Read the ScheduleBelow is an explanation of how to read the course offerings in the schedule.

How to RegisterThree easy options to register for courses.

Registration Options Students can register in person in the Workforce & Continuing Education Office, by mail, or via phone. Mail completed registration form with a check or money order to the address below or call (361) 582-2528. Please do not send cash through the mail. A registration form is located on page 49 of this schedule and at www.victoriacollege.edu/ce. Call (361) 582-2528 for further information.

Victoria CollegeWorkforce & Continuing Education2200 E. Red RiverVictoria TX 77901

Payment OptionsRegistration is not complete until payment has been made. Victoria College payment options are:• cash • check* • money order • debit/ATM card• credit card (Visa, Mastercard, Discover, or American Express)

*If payment is made by check, the driver’s license number of the person signing the check is required.

Students are encouraged to utilize the online payment systems accessed through the Pirate Portal. In addition to credit cards, the system accepts electronic checks.

Frequently Asked QuestionsYou have questions. We have answers.

What is your cancellation policy?Victoria College reserves the right to cancel classes and change class times or instructors as needed.

What is the Refund Policy?100% refund is given if a withdrawal request is received before the class begins, or if the class is cancelled by the College. No refund is issued after the class begins. Police Academy students will receive an 80 percent refund if the withdrawal is completed during the first five calendar days following the first class meeting.

What special accommodations are available?Any participants with disabilities, who need special accommodations, should call to request those accommodations as soon as possible, but no later than one week prior to the beginning of class. For more information, please telephone (361) 572-6405.

Does Victoria College award CEUs?Continuing Education Units (CEUs) are awarded for most Continuing Education courses. A record of the courses you have taken and the CEUs awarded are kept on Continuing Education Transcripts. Copies of these transcripts are available in the Admissions and Records Office in the Student Services Building.

Alternate forms of continuing education such as CPE (Continuing Professional Education) or CNE (Continuing Nursing Education) may also be available. Please contact the appropriate department for additional information.

* VC Main Campus - 2200 E. Red River, Victoria TX 77901 VC Gonzales Center - 424 E. Sarah DeWitt, Gonzales, TX 78629 VC Calhoun County Center - 900 N. Virginia St., Port Lavaca, TX 77979 VC Wilkins Industrial Training Center - 701 S. Ann St., Port Lavaca, TX 77979

Rubric Course # Contact Hours Fee Page

Business & Technology

A to Z Grant Writing GRNT CE01 24 $130 9

Access 2010, Introduction to Microsoft ITSW 1053 24 $130 9

Accounting Fundamentals I ACNT 1002 24 $130 9

Accounting Fundamentals II ACNT 1092 24 $130 9

Adobe Illustrator CS5, Introduction to GRPH 1022 24 $130 9

Adobe Photoshop Elements Beginner ITSW 1003 8 $89 10

C# Programming for the Absolute Beginners CPND CE01 24 $130 10

Computers for Beginners COMP CE01 15 $150 10

Computers for the Workplace ITSC 1012 15 $150 10

CSS & XHTML, Introduction to IMED 1002 24 $130 11

Customer Service BUSG 1005 8 $79 11

Effective Selling MRKG 1032 24 $130 11

Estate Planning & Asset Protection in the Eagle Ford Shale FORD CE01 12 $40 11

Essentials of Leadership BMGT 1020 7 $130 11

Excel I 2010 ITSW 1022 12 $125 11

Fire Extinguisher Training FPTA CE01 1 $20 12

Food Handlers Certification FDHD CE01 2 $40 12

Java Programming, Introduction to ITSE 1003 24 $130 12

Keys to Effective Communications BMGT 1022 24 $130 12

Lean Office INMT 1000 8 $330 12

Marketing Your Business on the Internet BMGT 1016 24 $130 12

Power Presentations COMG 2030 8 $75 13

PowerPoint I 2010 ITSW 1037 12 $125 13

Project Management Fundamentals PROJ CE01 24 $130 13

Publisher, Introduction to Microsoft GRPH 1002 24 $130 13

QuickBooks 2012 ACNT 1010 12 $149 13

QuickBooks 2012, Performing Payroll in ACNT 1015 24 $130 13

Resolving Conflict BMGT 1019 7 $130 14

Secrets of the Caterer CATR CE01 24 $130 14

SQL, Introduction to SQLW CE01 24 $130 14

Supervision and Management, Fundamentals of BMGT 1014 24 $130 14

Social Networking FACE CE01 9 $50 14

Web Pages, Creating IMED 1002 24 $130 14

Word 2010 in the Classroom, Microsoft POFI 1024 24 $130 15

Word I 2010 POFI 1024 12 $125 15

Wow, What a Great Event! CATR CE02 24 $130 15

Writing Effective Grant Proposals GRNT CE01 24 $130 15

Writing Essentials POFT 1004 24 $130 15

Health Careers - Medical

Electronic Health Records POFT 1059 48 $260* 17

Insurance Coding MDCA 1043 64 $215* 17

Long Term Care Activity Directing I GERS 1004 90 $350 18

Long Term Care Activity Directing II GERS 1007 90 $350 18

Medical Assisting MDCA 1091 96 $325* 18

Medical Terminology HITT 1005 48 $215* 18

VC Quick GuideFollowing is a quick guide to what the VC Workforce & Continuing Education Department has to offer. For a wide variety of online courses, visit www.ed2go.edu/victoria.

* Additional cost for required textbook and/or supplies4 Fall 2012

* Additional cost for required textbook and/or supplies



Medication Aide for Nurse Aide/Home Health Aide NURA 1013 140 $425* 19

Nurse Aide for Healthcare NURA 1001 64 $425 19

Phlebotomy PLAB 1023 48 $275* 20

Therapeutic Recreation I RECT 1041 48 $225 20

Therapeutic Recreation II RECT 1042 48 $225 20

Professional Development: Medication Aide for Nurse Aide Update NURA 1041 7 $40 20

Professional Development: Long Term Care Activity Director Update GERS 1055 8 $60 20

Professional Development Conferences - Dental Conference DNTA 2000 7 $60 21

Professional Development Conferences - School Nurse Conference RNSG 2002 7 $60 21

Health Careers - EMS

Advanced Cardiac Life Support EMSP 2035 16 $160* 23

Advanced Cardiac Life Support - Recertification EMSP 2036 8 $95* 23

CPR Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers EMSP 1019 8 $40 $50* 23

CPR Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers - Recertification EMSP 2055 8 $35 $40* 23

Pediatric Advanced Life Support EMSP 1047 16 $160* 23

Pediatric Advanced Life Support - Recertification EMSP 2036 8 $95* 23

Industrial Trades

Electrical Level 1 ELPT 1019 96 $475 25



Electrical License Renewal ELPT 2000 4 $75 25

EPA Technician Certification HART 1091 10 $150* 25

Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Level 1 HART 1038 96 $475 25

Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Level 3 HART 2036 96 $475 26

Millwright Level 2 MCHN 1029 96 $750 26

Pipefitting Level 1 PFPB 1001 96 $510 26

Pipefitting Level 2 PFPB 1001 96 $510 26

R410-A Safety Training HART 1091 4 $75 26

Welding Level 1 WLDG 1007 144 $850 26

Welding Level 2 WLDG 2013 144 $1,150 27

Languages

Braille, Beginning BRLE CE01 24 $130 29

French-Beginning Conversational FREN CE01 24 $130 29

Italian, Instant ITAL CE01 24 $130 29

Japanese, Conversational JAPA CE01 24 $130 29

Sign Language, Conversational SIGN CE01 18 $129 29

Spanish, Conversational SPAN CE01 20 $149 29

Spanish for Law Enforcement FRNL 1001 24 $130 30

Spanish for Medical Professionals FRNL 1001 24 $130 30

Spanish for the Workplace FRNL 1001 20 $149 30

Spanish, Speed SPAN CE01 24 $130 30

Law Enforcement

Police Academy (Day) CJLE 1006 652 $2,200 33

Police Academy (Night) CJLE 1006 652 $2,200 33


Personal Enrichment

Arts & Crafts Business, Start Your Own BEAD CE01 24 $130 35

Digital Photography DGPH CE01 8 $75 35

Digital Photography, Discover PHOT CE01 24 $130 35

Estate Planning & Asset Protection in the Eagle Ford Shale FORD CE01 12 $40 35

Financial Independence, Planning for FNCL CE01 7.5 $59 35

Fire Extinguisher Training FPTA CE01 1 $20 36

Floral Wreath Workshop FLOR Ce01 4 $75 36

Garden, Start Your Own Edible GRDN CE02 24 $130 36

Genealogy-Welcome to the World of GENE CE01 16 $95 36

Going Green at Home GREN CE01 24 $130 37

Grammar Refresher GRAM CE01 24 $130 37

Guitar, Introduction to MUSC CE01 24 $130 37

Heartsaver CPR AED CPRR CE01 4 $25 37

Homeschool With Success EDCA CE01 24 $130 37

Interior Design, Introduction to DSGN CE01 24 $130 37

Journaling, Introduction to JRNL CE01 24 $130 38

Land and Title Search: Who Owns Your Property? LAND CE01 8 $100 38

Lose Weight & Keep it Off WGHT CE01 24 $130 38

Money, Credit & Identity, Protect Your CRED CE01 24 $130 38

Photography, Secrets of Better PHOT CE01 24 $130 38

Poetry, Pleasures of WRTG CE01 24 $130 38

Social Networking FACE CE01 9 $50 39

Writing, Beginning WRIT CE01 24 $130 39

Real Estate

MathMaster RELE CE08 0 $89 41

National Real Estate Exam Prep: The SMART Guide to Passing RELE CE09 0 $89 41

Real Estate Appraisal RELE CE03 30 $149 41

Real Estate Finance RELE CE05 30 $149 41

Real Estate Investment RELE CE06 30 $149 41

Real Estate Marketing RELE CE07 30 $149 41

Texas Law of Agency RELE CE02 30 $149 41

Texas Law of Contracts RELE CE04 30 $149 41

Texas Principles of Real Estate RELE CE01 60 $149 41

Teaching & Education

Creative Classroom, The EDUC CE09 24 $130 43

Differentiated Instruction in the Classroom EDUC CE11 24 $130 43

Empowering Students with Disabilities EDUC CE10 24 $130 43

Guided Reading and Writing: Strategies for Success EDUC CE08 24 $130 43

Microsoft Word in the Classroom EDUC POFI 24 $130 43

Response to Intervention: Reading Strategies that Work EDUC CE06 24 $130 43

Singapore Math Strategies: Advanced Model Drawing for Grades 6-9 EDUC CE02 24 $130 44

Singapore Math Strategies: Model Drawing for Grades 1-6 EDUC CE01 24 $130 44

Solving Classroom Discipline Problems EDUC CE12 24 $130 44

Teaching Smarter with SMART Boards EDUC CE05 24 $130 44

Teaching Students with ADHD EDUC CE04 24 $130 44

Teaching Students with Autism: Strategies for Success EDUC CE07 24 $130 45

Transportation

Truck Driving (Texas Specific) CVOP 1001 286 $3,750 47

Basic Motorcycle Safety MBRC CE01 17 $195 47

6 Fall 2012

Victoria College and Huvar’s Artisan Market are teaming up to offer a new Lunch and Learn Series designed for busy professionals. Participants will be responsible for their own lunch expense, but there is no charge for the program. For more information, please contact the Workforce & Continuing Education department at (361) 582-2528.

September 19Wednesday 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Essentials of Leadership & Conflict Resolution

Learn tips on how to become a more effective leader and reduce/resolve conflict in your organization. Tools proven to enhance leadership effectiveness, business relationships, and team performance and productivity will be discussed.

Huvar’s Artisan Market 110 W Juan Linn St.

October 10Wednesday 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Lean Office

Want to increase the bottom line? Learn how to apply lean concepts to your administrative or office operations. You will be introduced to tools proven to identify and minimize waste in the office environment. Learn how to apply workplace organization, visual management, standardized work and other methods to dramatically increase efficiency, reduce wait time and improve transaction accuracy.


November 7Wednesday12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Stayin’ Alive

Remember disco? Learn how the 70s disco classic, “Stayin Alive” by the Bee Gees, is teaching people how to save lives. Nearly 400,000 Americans suffer out-of-hospital cardiac arrests every year, and almost 90 percent die because they don’t receive immediate CPR from someone on the scene. When begun immediately, CPR can double or triple a person’s chance of survival. Join Ricky De La Garza as he discusses American Heart Association’s new Hands-Only CPR awareness campaign.



Business & TechnologyIf you are organized, a natural

leader, or enjoy working with

computers, you may want to

consider a career in business

and technology.

8 Fall 2012

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Business & TechnologyFor information about these courses, please contact the Workforce & Continuing Education Department at (361) 582-2528.

A to Z Grant Writing - $130 (Online)GRNT CE01

This course will equip you with the skills and tools you need to enter the exciting field of grant writing! You’ll learn how to raise needed funds by discovering how and where to look for potential funders who are a good match for your organization. You’ll also learn how to network and develop true partnerships with a variety of funders, how to organize a successful grant-writing campaign, and how to put together a complete proposal package. 24 contact hours

Online Course - New classes begin monthlyAug 15 – Oct 15Sept 19 – Nov 19Oct 17 – Dec 17Nov 14 – Jan 14Dec 12 – Feb 11

Access 2010, Introduction to Microsoft - $130 (Online)ITSW 1053

In these practical and project-oriented lessons, you’ll learn how to use this award-winning MS Office software to create and customize tables. You’ll build relationships between your tables to eliminate redundancies and slash data entry time. And you’ll discover how to achieve huge reductions in data entry errors by setting default values, creating validation rules, and building input masks. 24 contact hours


Accounting Fundamentals I - $130 (Online)ACNT 1002

Demand for accounting professionals currently exceeds supply. If you’re interested in increasing your financial awareness and accountability while also gaining a marketable skill, this course is for you. You’ll learn the basics of double-entry bookkeeping, while also learning how to analyze and record financial transactions, as well as prepare various financial reports at the end of the fiscal period. Accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll procedures, sales taxes, and various common banking activities will be discussed. 24 contact hours


Accounting Fundamentals II - $130 (Online)ACNT 1092

In Accounting Fundamentals II, you’ll explore such topics as special journals, uncollectible accounts receivable, plant assets, depreciation, notes and interest, accrued revenue and expenses, dividends, retained earnings and various financial reports for corporations. 24 contact hours


Administrative Assistant Fundamentals - $130 (Online)POFT 1022

This course will help you 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. You’ll become an indispensable member of your team by identifying opportunities and implementing solutions to turn your office into a high productivity machine. 24 contact hours


Adobe Illustrator CS5, Introduction to - $130 (Online)GRPH 1002

In this course, you’ll learn how to use a wide range of tools in Adobe Illustrator CS5. For instance, you’ll explore the enhanced Recolor Artwork feature, which helps you choose a harmonious color scheme for your image and completely alter the color palette of any image with just a few clicks. You’ll also see how the redesigned Gradient tool makes it easier to adjust colors directly on an image. In addition, you’ll learn how to draw and trace with the Pen tool and how to fine-tune the contours of any line. You’ll also discover how to work with color, use shortcuts for applying color to images, and add special effects such as 3D to your drawings. 8 contact hours




Adobe Photoshop Elements Beginner - $89ITSW 1003

Students will learn the introductory basics of Adobe Photoshop Elements graphics software for image enhancement and editing of digital images. In this hands-on course, students will use an in-class computer to work with the instructor while manipulating a photo. Course topics include: Tools and basic workspace area bar functions, layer discussion, editing and basic creative effects of digital images, and basic aspects of image composition. All course materials included. 8 contact hours VC Main Campus Aug 20 – Aug 21Mon & Tues | 9:00AM – 1:00PM Continuing Education Center, Room 208

Oct 30 – Nov 8Tues & Thurs | 6:00PM – 8:00PM Continuing Education Center, Room 208

C# Programming for the Absolute Beginner - $130 (Online)CPND CE01

Learn the fundamentals of computer programming with C#, the in-demand and incredibly useful programming language that incorporates the best features of Visual Basic, C++, and Java. We’ll explore the many benefits of object oriented programming, with plenty of vivid, real-life examples. 24 contact hours


Computer for Beginners - $150COMP CE01

No prior experience necessary Included in this remarkable beginner course is computer literacy, Windows XP, Internet and e-mail. Students will get hands-on instruction and practice. Topics will include computer terminology, computer hardware and software, Windows operating system, file management and World Wide Web and discussions on how computers are used in today’s world and survey a software productivity suite (word processing, spreadsheets, and database). All course materials included. 15 contact hours

VC Main Campus Sept 4 – Sept 13Tues & Thurs | 5:30PM – 8:00PM Continuing Education Center Room 208

Nov 5 – Nov 14Mon & Wed | 5:30PM – 8:00PM Continuing Education Center Room 208

Calhoun County Center Sept 11 – Sept 25Tues & Thurs | 5:30PM – 8:30PMCalhoun County Center, Room 9

Gonzales CenterSept 24, 26, 27 & Oct 1, 35:30PM – 8:30PMVC Gonzales Center, Room 11612 contact hours

Computers for the Workplace - $150 ITSC 1012

Included in this remarkable beginner course is computer literacy, Windows XP, Internet and e-mail. Students will get hands-on instruction and practice. Topics will include computer terminology, computer hardware and software, Windows operating system, file management and World Wide Web and discussions on how computers are used in today’s world and survey a software productivity suite (word processing, spreadsheets, and database). 15 contact hours

VC Main Campus Sept 4 – Sept 13Tues & Thurs | 5:30PM – 8:00PM Continuing Education Center Room 208

Nov 5 – Nov 14 Nov 29 (no classes the week of November 19)Mon & Wed | 5:30PM – 8:00PM Continuing Education Center Room 208

Calhoun County Center Sept 11 – Sept 25Tues & Thurs | 5:30PM – 8:30PMCalhoun County Center, Room 9

Gonzales CenterSept 24, 26, 27 & Oct 1, 35:30PM – 8:30PMVC Gonzales Center, Room 11612 contact hours

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CSS & XHTML, Introduction to - $130 (Online)IMED 1002

Learn how to create state-of-the-art Web sites using modern CSS and XHTML techniques. Take your existing HTML skills to the next level and start building sites like the pros. If you want to survive and excel in the fast-paced world of Web publishing, you’re going to need to keep up with ever-evolving standards. The new standard for Web developers is to use CSS and XHTML. 24 contact hours


Customer Service - $79BUSG 1005

You may already understand that top-notch customer service begins with knowing your customers and their needs, but do you know how to evaluate those customers, or better yet, what to do with the data once you have it? We’ll take a look at that, as well as identify how your customer service stacks up right now, and how you can build on even the sharpest of service policies. Plus, learn how to communicate, resolve complaints, and foster winning traits in customer service. All course materials included. 8 contact hours

VC Main Campus Sept 24 – Sept 25Mon & Tues | 8:00AM – 12:00PMContinuing Education Center Room 203

Calhoun County Center Oct 22 – Oct 24Mon & Wed | 8:00AM – 12:00PMCalhoun County Center Auditorium

Effective Selling - $130 (Online)MRKG 1032

The goal of Effective Selling is not to teach you how to make a sale today, but to help you discover how you can easily convert a potential customer into a long term asset. Effective Selling will help you lay the groundwork for repeat business and your future success. In sales, there are no quick fixes. However, with the knowledge, planning skills, communication techniques, and the understanding of human nature that you will gain from this course; your sales will grow as if by magic. 24 contact hours


Estate Planning & Asset Protection in the Eagle Ford Shale - $40 FORD CE01

With the development of the Eagle Ford Shale and the potential for increases in wealth, families need to plan for the present and future. This course will cover estate planning and asset protection with a particular emphasis on minimizing potential estate tax burdens and maximizing wealth transfers associated with oil and gas. The course will also cover as-set protection strategies and will be taught using case studies of hypothetical families to utilize meaningful examples instead of a formal lecture format. The course will be led by Mr. Mickey Pachta, a Victoria attorney who is in Board Certified in Estate Planning and Probate Law; Mr. Andrew M. Abrameit, an oil and gas attorney who specializes in representing landowners, and Mrs. Pat Pachta CPCU, CLU, and CASL. 12 contact hours

Cuero Hospital June 28 – Aug 2Thursday | 6:30PM – 8:30PMMeeting Room

Essentials of Leadership - $130 BMGT 1020

Are your leaders lacking basic, yet essential, interaction skills? Do they need help engaging others to achieve organization results? Does your organization need a fast-paced, engaging way to introduce foundation interaction skills? The essence of being an effective people leader lies in establishing good interpersonal work relationships and having the ability to spark action in others. This foundational leadership course teaches leaders how to get results through people. During the course, they learn a set of essential skills to meet both practical business needs and people’s personal needs. Learners acquire a set of proven interaction skills, discover seven Leadership Imperatives for meeting today’s challenges, and realize their role as a catalyst leader—a leader who inspires others to act. All course materials included. 7 contact hours

VC Main Campus Oct 17Wed | 8:00AM – 4:00PMContinuing Education Center Room 203

Excel I 2010 - $125ITSW 1022

This course includes hands-on instruction and practice with Excel 2010, the spreadsheet program from Microsoft Office. Students will understand basic concepts of spreadsheet (Excel) functions, create formulas, charts, graphs, and generate reports. Course topics will include an introduction to terminology and machine use; program parameters; display characteristics; mathematical functions and formatting features and Printing. All course materials included. 12 contact hours

VC Main Campus Sept 18 – Sept 27Tues & Thur | 5:30PM – 8:30PM Continuing Education Center Room 208

Nov 26 – Dec 5Mon & Wed | 5:30PM – 8:30PM Continuing Education Center Room 208



Fire Extinguisher Training - $20 FPTA CE01

This one-hour course is conducted in both the classroom and in an outside location for a hands-on live-fire experience. Students will learn proper use of portable fire extinguishers in addition to gaining knowledge of the differ-ent classes of fires and the different types of fire extinguishers. After the introductory lecture, students will move outside to practice extinguishing a fire using a controllable live-fire simulator. All course materials included. 1 contact hours

VC Main CampusSept 18Tues | 8:00AM – 9:00AM College Services & Training Bldg., Room 104B

Oct 23Tues | 12:00PM – 1:00PM College Services & Training Bldg., Room 104B

Food Handlers Certification - $40FDHD CE01

This course provides the employer with more qualified employees, thereby reducing the risk of food-borne illness outbreaks caused by improper food preparation and handling techniques. Upon successful completion, a Food Handlers certificate will be issued recognizing that students have received food safety education in accordance with the Texas Health and Safety Code. Topics include food-borne illness; causes and prevention; cross contamination; and time and temperature control. All course materials included. 2 contact hours

VC Main CampusSept 5Nov 7

Wed | 6:00PM – 8:00PM Continuing Education Center, Room 203

Java Programming, Introduction to - $130 (Online)ITSE 1003

If you want to learn 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. It’s a breeze to learn in a friendly and supportive environment. Start with the basics of program design and go on to write your own programs and integrate input and output, calculations, decision making, and loops. Build your knowledge and confidence with easy-to-understand examples and plenty of skill-building exercises. So whether you just want to try it out to see if you like it or plan on doing more with Java, this is a great place to start! 24 contact hours


Keys to Effective Communication - $130 (Online)BMGT 1022

If you often find yourself at a loss for words or lack confidence in your communication abilities, you’ll appreciate this course. With the help of a patient instructor and a supportive community of your fellow students, you’ll work step by step through the process of becoming a great conversationalist. You’ll learn to use communication to build rapport and create environments of trust, warmth, and respect. Become more confident, create a great first impression, get along well with others, and create more and better personal and professional relationships. 24 contact hours


Lean Office (lunch will be provided) - $330INMT 1000

In partnership with TMAC, Victoria College is proud to offer Lean Office. Lean Office is a highly interactive overview session that provides a foundation for more advanced or specialized classes in the disciplines of Lean. It is based on the Toyota Production System and is specifically tailored for the administrative office environment. Throughout this session, participants will be challenged to “think lean” and use tools applicable to the office and service side of the business. This mixture of lecture and hands-on work will teach the fundamentals of workplace organization through 5S, waste elimination, value stream mapping, point of use storage, quality at the source, and more. 8 contact hours

VC Main CampusNov 8 Thursday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PMContinuing Education Center Room 203

Marketing Your Business on the Internet - $130 (Online)BMGT 1016

Find out how to market your business on the Internet, even if you have little or no money to spend! In this practical, hands-on course, you’ll discover proven methods that will help you establish an Internet presence and build an online brand identity. You’ll learn how search engine optimization (SEO) works and how to track your site’s performance using Web analytics. 24 contact hours


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Power Presentations - $75 COMG 2030

In this workshop you will write your specific speech, understand how to develop appropriate media, and handouts. The workshop will cover introductory speech making procedures, but the focus will be on the three planning stages of your specific presentation; the eight steps of presentation development; and tips for effective presentation. Student will leave the workshop with a completed speech or presentation ready to ef-fectively inform the specific audience. All course materials included. 8 contact hours

This is an all-day class so bring a sack lunch.

VC Main CampusSept 4Tues | 8:30AM – 4:30PMContinuing Education Center Room 208

Nov 8Thurs | 8:30AM – 4:30PMContinuing Education Center Room 208

PowerPoint I 2010 - $125ITSW 1037

Learn how to use Microsoft PowerPoint 2010-- the best presentation program on the market today. This version of PowerPoint is very different from previous versions because of its new interface in which a Ribbon replaces the menu bar and toolbars. Course topics will include an introduction to computerized presentation graphics; planning; design; production of business graphics and charts; production of presentation files utilizing multimedia software. All course materials included. 12 contact hours

VC Main Campus Aug 28 – Aug 30 Tues-Thurs | 1:00PM – 5:00PM Continuing Education Center Room 208

Oct 16 – Oct 25Tues & Thurs | 5:30PM – 8:30PMContinuing Education Center Room 208

Project Management Fundamentals - $130 (Online)PROJ CE01

In this six-week course, an experienced Project Management Professional will help you master the essentials of project management. You’ll become an indispensable member of your project team by discovering and mastering the critical concepts you need to plan, implement, control and close any type of project. If you’re new to project management, this course will provide you with the essential information you’ll need to prepare for and complete your first project. If you’re an experienced project manager, this course will make you more valuable to your employer by increasing your skills and competencies. 24 contact hours


Publisher, Introduction to Microsoft - $130 (Online)GRPH 1002

In this hands-on, project-oriented class for beginners, you’ll learn how to design, create, and publish a wide variety of stunning documents using Microsoft Publisher 2010—one of the most affordable and comprehensive desktop publishing packages available. You’ll find out how Publisher’s built-in layouts and templates can help you quickly complete virtually any desktop publishing project. If you’re new to graphic design, you’ll receive plenty of expert guidance in selecting and using images, colors, and layouts. 24 contact hours


QuickBooks 2012 - $149 ACNT 1010

Pre-requisite: Basic bookkeeping knowledge required. In this QuickBooks class, you’ll get the training you need to start using this accounting program to set up a chart of accounts, reconcile your checking account, create and print invoices, receipts, and statements, track your payables, inventory, and receivables, create estimates, and generate reports. Course topics will include lists and bank accounts/using other accounts in QuickBooks; entering sales information and setting up inventory; entering and paying bills/receiving payments and making deposits; analyzing financial data and tracking and paying sales tax. All course materials included. 12 contact hours

VC Main Campus Oct 22 – Oct 31Mon & Wed | 5:30PM – 8:30PMContinuing Education Center Room 208

QuickBooks 2012, Performing Payroll in - $130 (Online)ACNT 1015

In this course, you’ll learn the steps you need to follow to properly set up your payroll system in QuickBooks--steps such as accessing information on the Internal Revenue Service Web site, creating an entry for a new employee, tracking time and job cost data, and generating required forms and reports. 24 contact hours




Resolving Conflict - $130 BMGT 1019

Differences of opinion can quickly escalate into an out-and-out battle. In the workplace, it’s the leader’s role to recognize the signs of conflict and then to quickly choose the appropriate level of involvement to help resolve the issue. This course teaches leaders how to recognize that a conflict is escalating and minimize damage by using the most appropriate resolution tactic—regardless of which stage a conflict is in. Leaders also learn the true cost of conflict to an organization and techniques for handling even the most challenging conflict-related discussions effectively. All course materials included. 7 contact hours

VC Main Campus Nov 15Thurs | 8:00AM - 4:00PMContinuing Education Center Room 203

Calhoun County Center Nov 8 Thurs | 8:00AM – 4:00PMCalhoun County Center Auditorium

Secrets of the Caterer $130 (Online)CATR CE01

Catering is a business that has become very popular, especially for those who love to cook and plan parties. From weddings, to showers, to business parties, catering is a home-based business that gives the caterer an exciting and creative career. Learn the fundamentals of the catering business, how to cook for large crowds, organize your kitchen, manage your time, and work with clients. Build your catering skills and begin a new and exciting career today. 24 contact hours


SQL, Introduction to - $130 (Online)SQLW CE01

Learn the key concepts of Structured Query Language (SQL) and gain a solid working knowledge of this powerful and universal database programming language. You’ll learn the basic structure of relational databases, how to read and write simple and complex SQL statements, and advanced data manipulation techniques. 24 contact hours


Supervision and Management, Fundamentals of - $130 (Online)BMGT 1014

This course will help you master the basics of business by learning the language of management. You will learn the skills required to delegate responsibility and motivate your employees. A large part of a manager’s job involves getting things done through other people, and this course will help you understand how to influence and direct other people’s performance. 24 contact hours


Social Networking - $50 FACE CE01

Facebook, Twitter, and Linked-In are all the rage and they are the top social networking sites. They can connect you with people across the globe. Whether it’s to connect with people with similar interests or to build your business, this is the way to maximize your social networking experience for a minimum price (generally free). All course materials included. 9 contact hours

VC Main Campus Sept 17 – Sept 19Mon-Wed | 9:00AM - 12:00PMContinuing Education Center Room 208

Calhoun County Center Nov 6 – Nov 13Tues & Thurs | 5:30PM - 8:30PMCalhoun County Center, Room 9

Web Pages, Creating - $130 (Online)IMED 1002

Create and post your very own Web site on the Internet in this extensive, hands-on, six week workshop. First, you’ll learn about the capabilities of the World Wide Web and the fundamentals of web design. Then, with your instructor’s patient guidance, you’ll plan the content, structure and layout of your web site, create pages full of neatly formatted text build links between the pages and to the outside world, and add color, backgrounds, graphics, tables, hot buttons, and animation. You’ll also learn critical and timely information on securing the best possible location in search engine listings, and powerful no-cost or low-cost web marketing strategies. 24 contact hours


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Word 2010 in the Classroom, Microsoft - $130 (Online)POFI 1024

Master Microsoft Word, and be a more productive and creative teacher! This powerful software can make your documents come to life and help you integrate technology in your classroom. You’ll become skilled at using formatting tools including tabs, margins, and spacing. In addition, you’ll find out how to add borders, clip art, WordArt, shapes, pictures, and tables. 24 contact hours


Word I 2010 - $125POFI 1024

Learn to use the most widely used and recognized word processing software from Microsoft Office. Students will receive an overview of the production of documents, tables, and graphics. Course topics will include word processing terminology and concepts; editing functions; formatting options; special text options and tables/graphics. All course materials included. 12 contact hours

VC Main Campus Oct 2 – Oct 11Tues & Thurs | 5:30PM – 8:30PMContinuing Education Center Room 208

Dec 10 – Dec 13Tues – Thur | 1:00PM – 5:00PMContinuing Education Center Room 208

Wow, What a Great Event! - $130 (Online)CATR CE02

Learn how to create and coordinate successful special events. Develop skills, find resources and gain confidence to plan and produce any size or type of event. This course reveals proven tips, tools, techniques, and procedures used by experts and master event planners to help you avoid embarrassing and costly planning errors or production mistakes. You’ll discover how to select the right suppliers for food, decorations, entertainment, and you’ll learn how to effectively employ them within your own budgetary constraints. You’ll be so excited with your newly gained confidence and expertise that you’ll want to start planning your next event even before this course is over. 24 contact hours


Writing Effective Grant Proposals - $130 (Online)GRNT CE01

In this course, you’ll learn how to become fully familiar with the institution or project for which you are requesting support. You’ll get valuable guidance in preparing a background statement and a brief financial statement to support your request. You’ll also research some charitable foundation and corporate giving sources. 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthlyAug 15 – Oct 15Sept 19 – Nov 19Oct 17 – Dec 17Nov 14 – Jan 14Dec 12 – Feb 11

Writing Essentials - $130 (Online)POFT 1004

Master the essentials of writing, and become the stellar wordsmith you always wanted to be! In this course, you’ll develop the skills you need to excel at business communications, express yourself clearly online, and take your creative literary talents to a new level. 24 contact hours Online Course - New classes begin monthlyAug 15 – Oct 15Sept 19 – Nov 19Oct 17 – Dec 17Nov 14 – Jan 14Dec 12 – Feb 11


Health Careers -MedicalIf you have a strong desire to

help others feel better,

consider a career in healthcare.

Research shows that 10 of

the 20 fastest growing careers

are in health-related fields.

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Health Careers - MedicalFor information about these courses, please contact Mary Pullin at (361) 582-2412 or [email protected].

Electronic Health Records - $260 (plus textbook $70 $72.50) Electronic Health Records POFT 1059

Provides skills and knowledge in the health information field related to electronic health records management. The roles of various healthcare support positions including the medical office scribe, registration, admitting and receptionist staff and nursing unit computer support positions will be included. Course content will include the transition from paper to electronic records for office practices, clinic setting and acute/long term care facilities. Information on personal health records, clinical documentation, coding and standardization of computer languages, medical terminology basics, evaluation of filing systems and equipment, and maintenance of database records according to information management theory will be covered. Lecture, hands-on computer exercises, and review of industry literature will be instructional methods utilized. 48 contact hours

VC Main CampusOct 16 – Nov 27 Tues & Thurs | 6:00PM – 9:00PMAllied Health Building, Room 106

Mandatory registration & orientation on Oct 9 at 6:00PM in the Allied Health Building, Room 106.

Insurance Coding - $215 (plus textbook $75 $121.95) Medical InsuranceMDCA 1043

This course provides skills and knowledge in the health information field for ICD-9 and CPT coding of insurance forms for reimbursement of medical services. This course emphasizes accurate ICD-9 and CPT coding of office procedures for payment/reimbursement by patient or third party and prevention of insurance fraud. Ideal learning outcomes for the course are to be able to identify different nomenclatures and classification systems and assign codes using appropriate rules, principles, guidelines and conventions. Describe and explain the differences/similarities among insurance plans. Clinical experience will be assigned in area medical offices. Financial Aid may be available to those who qualify. 64 total contact hours

VC Main CampusSept 12 – Oct 24 Mon & Wed | 6:00PM – 9:00PMAllied Health Building, Room 106

Mandatory registration & orientation on Sept 5 at 6:00PM in the Allied Health Building, Room 106

Nov 5 – Dec 19 Mon & Wed | 6:00PM – 9:00PMAllied Health Building, Room 106

Mandatory registration & orientation on Oct 29 at 6:00PM in the Allied Health Building, Room 106

Gonzales CenterOct 23 – Nov 29 Tues & Thurs | 6:00PM – 9:00PMVC Gonzales Center

Mandatory registration & orientation on Oct 18 at 6:00 PM at the VC Gonzales Center, 424 E. Sarah DeWitt, Gonzales, TX

Calhoun County Center Nov 13 – Dec 13 Tues & Thurs | 5:00PM – 9:00PMVC Calhoun County Center

Mandatory registration & orientation on Nov 6 at 5:00PM at the VC Calhoun County Center, 900 N. Virginia St., Port Lavaca, TX.




Long Term Care Activity Directing I - $350GERS 1004 90 Hrs GERS 1066 112 Hrs

The role of the Activity Director in long term health care facilities includes the study of history, regulations, communications, advocacy, ethics, service delivery and volunteer management. This course, when combined with “Long Term Care Activity Directing II” and “Practicum-Gerontology” meets the state requirements to be qualified as an activity director in Texas. Course work and clinical experience is designed to prepare the student for success on the Texas Activity Direction Certification Exam. Selected assignments will be submitted by mail in lieu of class attendance. Expected learning outcomes are to be able to discuss the history and regulatory requirements for recreation activity services in long term care settings; apply principles of communication, advocacy and ethics to recreation activity service delivery and volunteer management demonstrate knowledge of life span development and demonstrate proper assessment of client needs. Financial Aid may be available to those who qualify. 202 total contact hours

Admission Requirements:1. High School Diploma or GED2. Validation of current TB test or record of annual test & Hepatitis B Series or serologic confirmation of immunity3. Current (within one year) work experience in health care

VC Main CampusJan 19 – Mar 30 Sat | 9:00AM – 6:30PMContinuing Education Center, Room 203

Gonzales CenterApril 6 – June 8 Sat | 9:00AM – 6:30PMVC Gonzales Center, Room 209

Long Term Care Activity Directing II - $350GERS 1007 90 HrsGERS 2006 112 Hrs

Activity directing in long-term health care facilities includes assessment, care planning, documentation process and evaluation of client needs. This course also addresses program design and resources/funding. Selected course assignments will be submitted by mail or e-mail in lieu of class attendance. Expected learning outcomes are to be able to create care plans based on assessment of client needs; design and document leisure and/or therapeutic activities based on client assessment and resources/funding and evaluate the effectiveness of the entire activity service delivery. 202 total contact hours

Admission Requirements: 1. Activity Directing I 2. Validation of current TB test or record of annual test & Hepatitis B Series or serologic confirmation of immunity3. Current (within one year) work experience in health care

VC Main Campus

Summer 2013

Medical Assisting - $325 (plus textbook $117 $125.95) Medical Assisting: Clinical & Administrative, Keir MDCA 1091

An introductory Medical Assisting Program designed to develop basic knowledge and skills necessary to function safely and effectively in a medical office/clinic environment where certification is not required. Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. Clinical experience will be assigned in area medical clinics. 96 contact hours

Admission Requirements: 1. Validation of immunizations including 2 STEP PPD TB Test and Hepatitis B SERIES

VC Main CampusAug 29 – Oct 31Mon & Wed | 6:00PM – 9:00PMHealth Sciences Center, Room 221

Mandatory registration & orientation on Aug 22 at 6:00PM in the Health Sciences Center, Room 221.

Gonzales Center

Aug 28 – Oct 18Tues & Thurs | 5:30PM – 9:30PMVC Gonzales CenterMandatory registration & orientation on Aug 21 at 5:30PM at the VC Gonzales Center, 424 E. Sarah DeWitt, Gonzales, TX

Calhoun County Center Sept 18 – Nov 8Tues & Thurs | 5:00PM – 9:00PMVC Calhoun County Center, Room 22Mandatory registration & orientation on Sept 11 at 5:00PM at the VC Calhoun County Center, 900 N. Virginia St., Port Lavaca, TX.

Medical Terminology - $215 (plus $75 $80.40 for textbook) Medical Language: Immerse Yourself, TurleyHITT 1005

This course includes the study of word origin and structure through the introduction of prefixes, suffixes, root words, plurals, abbreviation and symbols, surgical procedures, medical specialties and diagnostic procedures. Expected learning outcomes are to be able to identity, pronounce and spell medical terms, use in context, build and analyze medical terms and use medical references as resource tools. 48 contact hours VC Main Campus

Spring 2013

Calhoun County Center

Spring 2013

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Medication Aide for Nurse Aide/Home Health Aide -$425 (plus $100 $104.95 for textbook) Administering Medications, GauwitzNURA 1013

Instruction in preparation and administration of designated medications by non-licensed nursing personnel employed in licensed health care agencies including the responsibilities associated with such administration. 140 contact hours

Admission Requirements: 1. Nurse Aide on the State Registry 2. Certified copy of high school diploma or official transcript with date of graduation or notarized copy of GED (certified means with a school seal or notary signature). 3. $25.00 Money Order made out to: Texas Dept. of Aging and Disability Services. 4. You must be currently employed in a facility as a certified nurse aide or licensed direct care staff person on the first day of class. 5. Validation of immunizations including: Hepatitis B Series or serologic confirmation of immunity is required before clinical experience.

VC Main CampusAug 27 – Dec 12 Mon & Wed | 12:00PM – 4:00PMHealth Sciences Center, Room 132

Mandatory registration & orientation on Aug 20 at 12:00PM in the Health Sciences Center, Room 130.

Gonzales Center Aug 27 Sept 5 – Dec 12 Mon & Wed | 12:00PM – 4:00PMVC Gonzales Center

Mandatory registration & orientation on Aug 20 at 12:00PM at the VC Gonzales Center, 424 E. Sarah DeWitt, Gonzales, TX

Hallettsville School of NursingSept 5 – Dec 19Mon & Wed | 5:30PM – 9:00PMHallettsville School of Nursing

Mandatory registration & orientation on Aug 29 at 5:30PM at the Hallettsville School of Nursing, Hallettsville, TX

Cuero School of NursingSept 5 – Dec 19Mon & Wed | 5:30PM – 9:00PMCuero School of Nursing

Mandatory registration & orientation on Aug 29 at 5:30PM at the Cuero School of Nursing, Cuero, TX

Nurse Aide for Healthcare - $425 NURA 1001 64 Hrs NURA 1060 80 Hrs

Preparation for entry level nursing assistance to achieve a level of knowledge, skills and abilities essential to provide basic care to residents of long-term care facilities. Emphasis on effective interaction with members of the health care team and assisting residents in maintaining basic comfort and safety. Financial Aid may be available to those who qualify.

Admission Requirements: 1. Social Security Number2. Valid Photo ID3. Validation of immunizations including 2 Step PPD TB Test, Hepatitis B Series (3 injections) 4. Individual DPS background check.

Individuals that are listed as unemployable on the LTC Employee Misconduct Registry and have been convicted of a criminal offense listed in Texas Health and Safety Code, 250.006 are not eligible to test.

VC Main CampusSept 13 – Nov 13 Tues & Thurs | 5:00PM – 9:00PMHealth Sciences Center, Room 227Mandatory registration & orientation on Sept 6 at 5:00PM in the Health Sciences Center, Room 227.

Gonzales Center Aug 27 – Oct 29Mon & Wed | 5:00PM – 9:00PMVC Gonzales Center

Mandatory registration & orientation on Aug 20 at 5:00PM at the VC Gonzales Center, 424 E. Sarah DeWitt, Gonzales, TX

Calhoun County Center Sept 19 – Nov 19 Mon & Wed | 5:00PM – 9:00PMVC Calhoun County Center

Mandatory registration & orientation on Sept 12 at 5:00PM at the VC Calhoun County Center, 900 N. Virginia St., Port Lavaca, TX.



Phlebotomy - $275(plus textbook $113 $112.50) Complete Textbook of Phlebotomy, HoeltkePLAB 1023

Skill development will be administered in the performance of a variety of blood collection methods using proper techniques and universal precautions. Course includes vacuum collection devices, syringes, capillary skin puncture, butterfly needles and blood culture, and specimen collection on adults, children and infants. Emphasis will be on infection prevention, proper patient identification, labeling of specimens and quality assurance, specimen handling, processing and accessioning. Topics include professionalism, ethics and medical terminology. (includes 9 hours of clinical experience that will be assigned in area medical labs).

Admission Requirements: 1. Completion of health care provider course work and/or current employment in health care delivery. 2. Validation of immunizations including 2 Step TB test and Hepatitis B series (Health Care Provider CPR required for the Victoria & Calhoun locations.)

VC Main CampusSept 20 – Nov 1 Tues & Thurs | 6:00PM – 9:00PMHealth Sciences Center, Room 221

Mandatory registration & orientation on Sept 13 at 6:00PM in the Health Sciences Center, Room 221.

Gonzales Center July 18 - Aug 29Mon & Wed | 6:00PM – 9:00PMVC Gonzales Center

Mandatory registration & orientation on July 11 at 6:00PM at the VC Gonzales Center, 424 E. Sarah DeWitt, Gonzales, TX

Oct 29 - Dec 10Mon & Wed | 6:00PM – 9:00PMVC Gonzales Center

Mandatory registration & orientation on Oct 22 at 6:00PM at the VC Gonzales Center, 424 E. Sarah DeWitt, Gonzales, TX

Calhoun County Center Nov 5 - Dec 19 Mon & Wed | 5:30PM – 8:45PMCalhoun County Center

Mandatory registration & orientation on Oct 29 at 5:30PM at the Calhoun County Center, Port Lavaca, TX

Therapeutic Recreation I - $225RECT 1041

This course provides the knowledge and practice necessary to plan and implement therapeutic activities that involve music, drama, dance, arts and crafts. Focus is given on the range of individuals who may benefit from these activities. Leadership skills, rather than a mastery of the performance skills will be stressed. This course meets the Therapeutic Recreation course requirement for Certified Activity Directors. Selected assignments will be submitted by mail in lieu of class attendance. 48 contact hours

VC Main Campus Sept 8 - Oct 20Sat | 9:00AM – 5:30PMContinuing Education Center, Room 203

Therapeutic Recreation II - $225RECT 1042

This course provides the knowledge and practice necessary to plan and implement therapeutic activities that involve sports, games, fitness and outdoor recreation activities with an emphasis on the range of individuals who benefit from these activities. Leadership skills, rather than a mastery of the performance skills will be stressed. This course meets the Therapeutic Recreation course requirement for Certified Activity Directors. Selected assignments will be submitted by mail in lieu of class attendance. 48 contact hours

VC Main CampusSpring 2013

Professional Development Medication Aide for Nurse Aide Update - $40NURA 1041 Intensive training in an identified area(s) to meet continuing education and/or review/update requirements associated with professional licensure or certification. Medication Aides MUST renew their permit annually. This includes taking this 7 hour CE course and paying the $15 fee to the Department of Aging and Disability Services. First year permit holders may renew by paying the DADS fee only. Permits that have lapsed for one year or more CANNOT be renewed. The 7 hour continuing education class should be taken at least three months before your permit expires. 7 contact hours.

VC Main Campus

Aug 7 | Nov 6 2013 - Feb 5 | May 7 | Aug 6

All classes are: Tue | 8:00AM – 4:30PMHealth Sciences Center, Room 132

Hallettsville School of Nursing

July 3 | Oct 2 2013 - April 2 | July 2

All classes are: Tue | 8:00AM – 4:30PMHallettsville School of Nursing, 1410 N. Texana, Hallettsville, TX.

Gonzales Center

Sept 4 | Dec 4 2013 - Mar 5 | June 4

All classes are: Tue | 8:00AM – 4:30PMVC Gonzales Center, 424 E. Sarah DeWitt, Gonzales, TX

Long Term Care Activity Director Update - $60GERS 1055 Update knowledge and skills necessary to plan, implement and document a client centered/activity based activity. Pre-registration is required. 8 contact hours Exam Review - Sept 2012. VC Main Campus Nov 2Fri | 8:00AM – 4:50PMHealth Science Center, Room 133

VC Gonzales CenterSpring 2013 - June 7Fri | 8:00AM – 4:50PMVC Gonzales Center

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Professional Development Conferences

Dental Conference - $60Includes instructional materials and lunchDNTA 2000 Registration Deadline - Aug 7To receive a refund the cancellation deadline is Aug 6

The purpose of this conference is to improve the quality of dental health by increasing the knowledge and skills of dentists, dental hygienist, and dental assistants. Topics will include incorporation and utilization of ultrasonics and ergonomics in dental practice. This conference explores the advantages of ultrasonic versus hand instrumentation, navigates the maze of equipment selection, and presents state of the art techniques in the use of ultrasonics. Anatomical considerations are related to instrument design and tip modification along with clinical application. It also addresses reinforcement of standards of care designed to protect patients and incorporation of a preventive plan to manage risk factors and ergonomic challenges related to the practice of dentistry. 7 contact hours VC Main CampusAug 10 | 7:45AM – 4:20PMHealth Sciences Center, Room 131

For additional conference information or to register, contact Mary Pullin at 361-582-2412 or email [email protected].

School Nurse Conference - $60Includes instructional materials and lunchRNSG 2002

Registration Deadline - Aug 6To receive a refund the cancellation deadline is Aug 3

The purpose of this conference is to improve the quality of school age student health by increasing the knowledge and skill of RNS and others related to issues associated with Type 2 Diabetes in children. Topics will include current information on the primary causes of child and adult obesity in the 21st century, the general medical approach to treatment of Type 2 Diabetes, components of the Texas Diabetes Council state plan for diabetes prevention and control and the role of the nurse as a change partner in the care of the student with Type 2 diabetes. 7 contact hours VC Main CampusAug 9 | 8:00AM - 3:40PMHealth Sciences Center, Room 131

For additional conference information or to register, contact Mary Pullin at 361-582-2412 or email [email protected].

As an Electronic Health Record Specialist you will assist healthcare providers to

choose, implement, train and maintain an electronic heath records system.

You will learn the essential components of the electronic health record and

health information exchange essentials; system selection and implementation;

project management and fundamentals of change and human factors.

This course includes all materials and is offered online with live, weekly

teleconferences.

Cost $3,600216 contact hours

Classes starting monthly

For more information or to register,call 707-307-5024 or [email protected].

Electronic Health Record Specialist


Health Careers -EMSVC offers training and

recertification in a wide

variety of emergency

medical services.

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For information about these courses, please contact Ricky De La Garza at (361) 582-2536 or [email protected].

Health Careers - EMS

Advanced Cardiac Life Support - $160(plus $35.00 for textbook)EMSP 2035

Prerequisites: Current BLS for Healthcare Provider card. This 16-hour course was developed by the American Heart Association and is based on the recommendations of the National Conference on Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Emergency Cardiac Care. The course is intended for physicians, nurses, paramedical personnel, respiratory therapists and other critical/emergency care professionals who have a need to understand the recommended treatments for critical cardiac patients prior to, during, and post arrest. The cognitive and psychomotor skills necessary for resuscitating the adult are taught through lectures, interactive sessions and skills stations. Participants successfully completing the course requirements will be issued a course completion card.

VC Main CampusSept 22 - 23Dec 8 - 9

Sat & Sun | 8:00AM – 5:00PMAllied Health Building, Room 101Must register by Wednesday before class.

ACLS Recertification - $95 (plus $35.00 for textbook)EMSP 2036

Prerequisites: Current ACLS card. This 8-hour course includes lecture, discussion and skill stations designed to review and update knowledge and skills of the ACLS provider.

Must register by Wednesday before class.

VC Main CampusSept 22Dec 8

Sat | 8:00AM – 5:00PMAllied Health Building, Room 101Must register by Wednesday before class.

CPR Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers - $40 $50 (plus $15.00 for textbook)EMSP 1019

This 8-hour course includes lecture, discussion and skills practice in recognition and management of infant, child, and adult patients experiencing airway obstruction, respiratory arrest and cardiac arrest. This course also demonstrates the use of the Automated External Defibrilla-tor. Healthy living and a discussion of the risk factors for heart disease is included. Participants successfully completing the course requirements will be issued a course completion card.

VC Main CampusAug 11 Sept 8 Sept 15Oct 6Nov 3Dec 1


CPR Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers Recertification- $35 $40 (plus $15.00 for textbook)EMSP 2055

VC Main CampusAug 11 Sept 8 Sept 15Oct 6Nov 3Dec 1


Pediatric Advanced Life Support - $160 (plus $35.00 for textbook)EMSP 1047

This 16-hour course gives healthcare professionals the knowledge and skills to better recognize and treat critically ill infants and children. The course uses a scenario-based, team approach to teach pediatric emergency management of pediatric patients approaching or already in respiratory or cardiac arrest. Topics include Recognition and treatment of infants and children at risk for cardio-pulmonary arrest, the systematic approach to pediatric assessment, effective respiratory management, defibrillation and synchronized administration, intraosseous access and fluid bolus administration and effective resuscitation team dynamics.

VC Main CampusJuly 21 - 22Oct 20 - 21

Sat & Sun | 8:00AM – 5:00PMAllied Health Building, Room 101Must register by Wednesday before class.

PALS Recertification - $95 (plus $35.00 for textbook)EMSP 2036

Prerequisites: Current PALS card. This 8-hour course includes lecture, discussion and skill stations designed to review and update knowledge and skills of the PALS provider.

VC Main CampusJuly 21Oct 20



Industrial TradesIf you like working with your

hands, are mechanically

inclined, and enjoy designing

and building things, consider a

career in industrial trades.

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For information about these courses, please contact the Workforce & Continuing Education Department at (361) 582-2528.

Industrial Trades

Electrical Level 1 - $475ELPT 1019

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Core Curriculum: Introductory Craft Skills. This course provides an introduction to the electrical trade; introduction to electrical circuits, theory, and safety; introduction to the National Electrical Code®; conductors and cable, device boxes, hand bending; residential electrical services. All course materials included. 96 contact hours

Calhoun County CenterSept 5 – Jan 16Mon & Wed | 6:00PM – 9:00PM Calhoun County Center Room 18


Prerequisite: Successful completion of Electrical 1. This course is a study in alternating current; motors theory and application; circuit breakers and fuses; conductor installations, terminations and splices; conduit bending; grounding and bonding; pull and junction boxes. All course materials included. 96 contact hours

VC Main CampusSept 10 – Dec 5Mon & Wed | 6:00PM – 10:00PM College Services & Training Building, Room 104A


Prerequisite: Successful completion of Electrical 2. This course is a study of the principles of operation of single- and three-phase motors and transformers; ground fault; protective devices; short circuit; size overcurrent; transformer banking; Wye and Delta connections. All course materials included. 96 contact hours

VC Main CampusSept 11 – Dec 6Tues & Thurs | 6:00PM – 10:00PM College Services & Training Building, Room 104A

Electrical License Renewal - $75ELPT 2000

This course includes the review of the latest edition of the National Electrical Code including notable Code revisions as well as electrical licensing requirements and state laws and rules that regulate the conduct of licensed electricians. This four-hour course is required to be completed every year prior to license renewal and may be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency. 4 contact hours

VC Main CampusOct 9Tues | 6:00PM – 10:00PM Continuing Education Center, Room 103

Dec 6Thurs | 6:00PM – 10:00PM Continuing Education Center, Room 103

EPA Technician Certification - $150 (plus textbook)*HART 1091

Victoria College, in cooperation with the Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute, offers EPA Technician Certification courses. Enrolled participants will receive instruction in compliance with the Federal Clean Air Act, Section 608, and will take the EPA technician Certification Exam. Certification cards will be issued from ARI to individuals who pass the exam. Exam fees are included in tuition. *Textbooks are required for this course and should be purchased in the VC Bookstore. Students are expected to read and study the entire textbook before attending class. All participants are required to bring photo identification for testing. Participants who are seeking certifications for additional EPA types should bring a photocopy of their current EPA Certification card. HVAC Level 1 and/or prior HVAC experience recommended. 10 contact hours

VC Main CampusAug 28 – Aug 30Tues & Thurs | 5:00PM – 10:00PM College Services & Training Building, Room 104B

Oct 22 & 24Mon & Wed | 5:00PM – 10:00PM College Services & Training Building, Room 104B

Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Level 1 - $475HART 1038

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Core Curriculum: Introductory Craft Skills. This introductory course covers heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) principles. Topics include introduction to cooling and heating; basic electricity; air distributing systems; copper and plastic piping practices; soldering and brazing; trade mathematics; ferrous metal piping practices. All course materials included. 96 contact hours

VC Main CampusSept 11 – Dec 5Tues & Thurs | 6:00PM – 10:00PM College Services & Training Building, Room 104B



Health Careers - EMSIndustrial TradesFor information about these courses, please contact the Workforce & Continuing Education Department at (361) 582-2528.

Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Level 3 - $475HART 2036

Prerequisite: Successful completion of HVAC Level 2. This introductory course covers heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) principles. Topics include introduction to cooling and heating; basic electricity; air distributing systems; copper and plastic piping practices; soldering and brazing; trade mathematics; ferrous metal piping practices. All course materials included. 96 contact hours

VC Main CampusSept 10 – Dec 5Mon & Wed | 6:00PM – 10:00PMCollege Services & Training Building, Room 104B

Millwright Level 2 - $750MCHN 1029

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Millwright 1. This course provides an intermediate study of millwright; intermediate trade math; field sketching; intermediate blueprint reading; millwright power and specialty tools; setting base and soleplates; introduction to bearings. All course materials included. 96 contact hours

Calhoun County CenterSept 4 – Jan 15Tues & Thurs | 6:00PM – 9:00PMVC Wilkins Industrial Training Center

Pipefitting Level 1 - $510PFPB 1001

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Core Curriculum: Introductory Craft Skills. This course provides a comprehensive overview of work performed by the pipefitter; pipefitter responsibilities and career opportunities; safety principles associated with the pipefitting trade; pipefitting hand tool and power tools; Oxyfuel cutting; adders and scaffolds, and motorized equipment. All course materials included. 96 contact hours

Calhoun County CenterSept 4 – Jan 15Tues & Thurs | 6:00PM – 9:00PMVC Wilkins Industrial Training Center

Pipefitting Level 2 - $510PFPB 1001

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Pipefitting 1. This course provides a comprehensive overview of work performed by the pipefitter; pipefitter responsibilities and career opportunities; safety principles associated with the pipefitting trade; pipefitting hand tool and power tools; Oxyfuel cutting; adders and scaffolds, and motorized equipment. 96 contact hours

Calhoun County CenterSept 5 – Jan 16Mon & Wed | 6:00PM – 9:00PMVC Wilkins Industrial Training Center

R410-A Safety Training - $75HART 1091

New equipment that uses R-410A will require service personnel to shift to different tools and fundamentals when installing, changing out (retrofitting) older split A/C systems, and repairing systems in the field. The Universal R-410A Safety Training and Certification program provides the necessary training and practical knowledge to safely perform service on systems containing R-410A as well as R-407C and other azeotropic blends. This program also includes information on: the R-22 phase-out, appropriate refrigerant and oil applications, service techniques, as well as safe handling of R-410A. All course materials included. 4 contact hours

VC Main CampusSept 25Tues | 6:00PM – 10:00PMContinuing Education Center, Room 204

Welding Level 1 - $850WLDG 1007

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Core Curriculum: Introductory Craft Skills. This course provides an introductory study of basic welding processes. Students will demonstrate machine setup and complete welds and cutting operations; basic shop safety; identification of types of electrodes used in welding process; identifying various welding and cutting standards; Oxy-Fuel Welding (OFW) and cutting; Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW); Metal Arc Welding (GMAW); Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW). All course materials included. 144 contact hours

Calhoun County Center Aug 27 – Jan 28Mon & Wed | 6:00PM – 10:00PMCalhoun High School Welding Lab

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Industrial Trades

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designed to respond to your organization’s development needs quickly and affordably. We have programs tailored to the

needs of your employees at all levels and backgrounds.

For more information:361-582-2575877-843-4369

Welding Level 2 - $1,150WLDG 2013

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Welding 1. This course is an intermediate study of welding. Students will perform air carbon arc washing and gouging activities; explain plasma arc cutting equipment and safe work area; demonstrate setup and use GMAW, FCAW and GTAW equipment; reading details drawings; welding symbols; stainless steel grove and pipe welds; air carbon arc cutting; Plasma Arc Cutting (PAC); Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW); Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW); Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW). All course materials included. 144 contact hours

Calhoun County CenterAug 28 – Jan 22Tues & Thurs | 6:00PM – 10:00PMCalhoun High School Welding Lab


LanguagesKnowledge of a foreign

language can be useful in a

wide range of careers

including translating,

interpreting and language

teaching and language skills.

If you have an ear for

languages your skills could

land you a sought-after

career in law, finance or

information technology.

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Languages

Braille, Beginning - $130 (Online)BRLE CE01

Begin your path toward a rewarding career as a Braille transcriber by learning to write and read the tactual language of the blind. You’ll learn the history of Braille, and different ways of producing the Braille English alphabet, Braille numbers, Braille punctuation, and more. This course will prepare you well for participating in the vigorous and challenging Braille transcribing course offered by the Library of Congress. 24 contact hours


French, Beginning Conversational - $130 (Online)FREN CE01

This course will teach you how to communicate easily and comfortably with those who speak French. You’ll learn practical, common phrases that will make your trip to the many French-speaking regions of the world more pleasant. You’ll learn dialogue specific to various settings, and you’ll be surprised how easy it can be to speak another language! Each lesson introduces a scenario, presented in short dialogues. You’ll be able to prac-tice and learn both sides of the conversation, so you’ll easily understand and expect common responses. Every lesson also has cultural tips, which will make you more comfortable in a foreign setting. This course makes learning French fun and surprisingly easy. You’ll be pleased with your quick progress, and you’ll be prepared for your next trip! 24 contact hours


Italian, Instant - $130 (Online)ITAL CE01

This dynamic course will teach you how to express yourself comfortably in Italian. You’ll learn practical, everyday words and phrases that will make your stay in Italy more enjoyable. You’ll read, hear, and practice dialogues based on typical situations that you’re likely to encounter while staying in Italy. The dialogues and follow-up exercises of each lesson will teach you to communicate in Italian in a wide variety of settings. You’ll be surprised by how quickly and easily you can learn many useful expressions in Italian! 24 contact hours


Japanese, Conversational - $130 (Online)JAPA CE01

Whether you want to learn conversational Japanese for travel or just for fun, you’ll find this course makes it easy and enjoyable for beginners to master the essentials of the Japanese language. Guided by a native Japanese instructor, you’ll also gain cultural knowledge only an insider has. 24 contact hours


Sign Language, Conversational - $129SIGN CE01This course will teach you to fingerspell basic personal information; communicate basic personal information in sign; demonstrate conversational courtesies, basic expressive and receptive vocabulary skills; and use simple grammatical patterns. This course also provides basic functional communication skills with members of the deaf community. Students will learn over 3500 different signs and how to sign complete sentences. Students will have real interaction with the deaf. All course material provided. 18 contact hours

VC Main CampusSept 4 – Nov 1 Tues & Thurs | 6:00PM – 7:00PM Continuing Education Center, Room 203

Spanish, Conversational - $149SPAN CE01

This course is designed as a survival guide for English speakers is who want an easy and quick way to learn limited amounts of everyday Spanish. It assumes no prior knowledge of Spanish. Course topics include how to say practical, common phrases and questions in Spanish; how to comprehend many basic and common expressions and phrases; and study of the Latino culture. All course materials provided. 20 contact hours

VC Main CampusSept 10 – Oct 3 Mon & Wed | 6:00PM – 8:30PM Continuing Education Center, Room 203


Health Careers - EMSLanguagesFor information about these courses, please contact the Workforce & Continuing Education Department at (361) 582-2528.

Spanish for Law Enforcement - $130 (Online)FRNL 1001

In this course, you’ll focus specifically on Spanish for law enforcement personnel, skipping the “touristy” phrases you don’t need to know. And to make your learning easy and painless, the course is sprinkled with fun games and stories. So if you’re having flashbacks to your boring high school Spanish class, don’t worry—you can learn Spanish and have fun at the same time. By the end of this course, you’ll be well on your way to being a Spanish speaker and communicating more effectively with the Spanish speakers all around you. 24 contact hours


Spanish for the Medical Professionals - $130 (Online)FRNL 1001

With increasing numbers of Spanish-speaking patients entering the healthcare system every year, it’s more crucial than ever for health professionals to learn medical Spanish. What’s more, adding Spanish skills to your résumé can broaden your career horizons. But you’re a busy person, and you don’t have time to waste—so this course skips the “touristy” topics and focuses on the survival Spanish medical personnel really need to know in a medical setting. 24 contact hours


Spanish for the Workplace - $149FRNL 1001

This course will familiarize the English-speaking individual with the work-specific language sections. Workplace also contains the following appendices: Spanish Alphabet; Hispanic Names; Dates; Money Issues; Telling Time; Colors; Uniform Vocabulary; Office and Areas of the Workplace and Signs. Topics include etiquette and social courtesies; employment issues-hiring and dismissal; work rules and regulations/safety issues; command & control for site Supervisor; general ESTO commands. All course material provided. 20 contact hours

VC Main CampusOct 23 – Nov 29 Oct 22 – Nov 28 (excluding the week of Nov. 19)Tues & Thurs Mon & Wed | 6:00PM – 8:00PM Continuing Education Center, Room 203

Gonzales CenterSept 10 - Oct 3 Tues & Thurs | 6:00PM – 8:00PM VC Gonzales Center, Room 105

Spanish, Speed - $130 (Online)SPAN CE01

Imagine yourself speaking, reading and writing Spanish. Now you can with Speed Spanish! This course is designed for anyone who wants to learn Spanish pronto. You’ll learn six easy recipes for gluing Spanish words together to form sentences. In no time at all, you’ll be able to go into any Spanish speaking situation and converse in Spanish. ¡Qué Bueno!. 24 contact hours


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Online High School Credit Recovery CoursesCourses offer a flexible and affordable online option for students who need to make up credits or retake courses to improve their grades.

Students can choose from a wide range of core curriculum courses including: • Algebra • Geometry • Biology • Chemistry • English

Instruction is entirely online, so students can study at their own pace with the guidance of a dedicated and experienced instructor 24/7 from anywhere with an Internet connection.

This unique support system is designed to help students succeed, even if they’ve struggled with high school curriculum in the past.

For more details call 361-582-2528.


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Law EnforcementIf you possess a strong sense

of duty and are not afraid to

be in dangerous situations,

consider a career in

public service.

For more information regarding the Police Academy please call 361-572-6426 or email [email protected].

Law Enforcement


All law enforcement training sessions have limited enrollment and are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Registration deadlines have been set so that the needed supplies/books can be purchased prior to the training. Registration information is available at www.victoriacollege.edu/trainingscheduleregistration.

Each class must have a minimum of 10 students registered, or the class will be canceled. Therefore, it is extremely important that we receive your registration by the deadline and that you attend on the date(s) for which you registered.

Police Academy (Day) - $2,200 CJLE 1006

Students learn the 30 topics essential to today’s modern police officer. These topics will be covered through extensive classroom lectures and hands-on experiences. Some of the exciting topics explored in classroom instruction include: History of Policing; Ethics; U.S. and Texas Constitution and Bill of Rights; Criminal Justice System; Code of Criminal Procedure, Arrest, Search and Seizure; Penal Code; Traffic; Texas Alcohol Beverage Code; and many others. All students in the Academy will also participate in driving exercises designed to improve pursuit skills, firing range shooting drills, search and seizure activities and intense physical fitness training. Tuition includes books, supplies, and uniforms. 652 contact hours

VC Main CampusAug 6 – Dec 12Mon - Fri | 8:00AM - 5:00PM(Some Saturday & Sunday required)Allied Health Building, Room 122

Police Academy (Night) - $2,200 CJLE 1006

Students learn the 30 topics essential to today’s modern police officer. These topics will be covered through extensive classroom lectures and hands-on experiences. Some of the exciting topics explored in classroom instruction include: History of Policing; Ethics; U.S. and Texas Constitution and Bill of Rights; Criminal Justice System; Code of Criminal Procedure, Arrest, Search and Seizure; Penal Code; Traffic; Texas Alcohol Beverage Code; and many others. All students in the Academy will also participate in driving exercises designed to improve pursuit skills, firing range shooting drills, search and seizure activities and intense physical fitness training. Tuition includes books, supplies, and uniforms. 652 contact hours

VC Main CampusAug 8 – May 23Mon - Fri | 6:30PM - 10:30PM(Some Saturday & Sunday required)Allied Health Building, Room 122

Personal EnrichmentPersonal enrichment courses

offer a range of topics ideal

for anyone looking to enhance

their knowledge and abilities

and get more out of life.

Whether you’re looking to

take up a new hobby, get your

household affairs in order or

improve your health and

wellness, personal enrichment

courses will help you attain

your goals.

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Personal Enrichment

Arts and Crafts Business, Start Your Own - $130 (Online)BEAD CE01

If you have an art or a craft and you dream about starting your own home-based or small business, this is the course for you! Learn how to start your own arts and crafts business from a professional artist. Discover how to create a niche in your chosen craft, price your work effectively, find the best craft shows, and market your product to a worldwide Internet customer base. 24 contact hours


Digital Photography - $75DGPH CE01

Explore the world of digital photography! This course provides an introduction to the fascinating technology that has revolutionized the way we capture memories. This class will cover the basics of digital photography, equipment, software and personal applications. You will learn what you need, what you can do and what fun you can have! This class will provide an introduction to new opportunities that will change your opinion on the art of digital photography. All students must have their own digital camera and a basic understanding on how the camera works.8 contact hours

VC Main Campus Sept 25 – Oct 4 Sept 24 – Oct 4Tues & Thurs Mon & Thurs | 6:30PM – 8:30PM Continuing Education Center, Room 204

Oct 23 – Nov 1Tues & Thurs | 6:30PM – 8:30PM Continuing Education Center, Room 204

Digital Photography, Discover - $130 (Online)PHOT CE01

Join us and explore the world of digital photography! This course provides an introduction to the fascinating technology that catapulted the photographic world into the 21st century. We’ll discuss the basics of digital photography, equipment, software, the digital darkroom, printing, Internet and e-mail use, along with commercial and personal applications. You’ll learn what you need, what you can do, and what fun you can have. Whether you’re new to photography or a longtime professional making the change to the digital world, this class will provide an introduction to new opportunities. 24 contact hours


Estate Planning & Asset Protection in the Eagle Ford Shale - $40 FORD CE01

With the development of the Eagle Ford Shale and the potential for increases in wealth, families need to plan for the present and future. This course will cover estate planning and asset protection with a particular emphasis on minimizing potential estate tax burdens and maximizing wealth transfers associated with oil and gas. The course will also cover asset protection strategies and will be taught using case studies of hypothetical families to utilize meaningful examples instead of a formal lecture format. The course will be led by Mr. Mickey Pachta, a Victoria attorney who is in Board Certified in Estate Planning and Probate Law; Mr. Andrew M. Abrameit, an oil and gas attorney who specializes in representing landowners, and Mrs. Pat Pachta CPCU, CLU, and CASL. 12 contact hours

Cuero Hospital June 28 – Aug 2Thursday | 6:30PM – 8:30PMMeeting Room

Financial Independence, Planning for - $59FNCL CE01

Everyone can benefit from this education whether they are multi-millionaires or just getting started. Whether you are young or old, working or retired; if you want to become financially independent or just keep what you have worked so hard for; if you want to receive a decent income from your portfolio, this class is for you. The system has changed and evolved, unfortunately the delivery system for those who work in theindustry has not. Find out how it is changing and how to make it work foryou for a change. 7.5 contact hours

VC Main Campus Oct 30 – Nov 13Tuesday | 6:30PM – 9:00PM Continuing Education Center, Room 203

Nov 1 – Nov 15Thursday | 6:30PM – 9:00PM Continuing Education Center, Room 203


Health Careers - EMSPersonal EnrichmentFor information about these courses, please contact the Workforce & Continuing Education Department at (361) 582-2528.

Fire Extinguisher Training - $20 FPTA CE01

This one-hour course is conducted in both the classroom and in an outside location for a hands-on live-fire experience. Students will learn proper use of portable fire extinguishers in addition to gaining knowledge of the different classes of fires and the different types of fire extinguishers. After the introductory lecture, students will move outside to practice extinguishing a fire using a controllable live-fire simulator. All course materials included. 1 contact hour

VC Main Campus Sept 18Tues | 8:00AM – 9:00AM College Services & Training Bldg., Room 104B

Oct 23Tues | 12:00PM – 1:00PM College Services & Training Bldg., Room 104B

Floral Wreath Workshop - $75 FLOR CE01

Learn to design a floral wreath from a local expert who will demonstrate the basics of designing a beautiful wreath for any occasion; Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, or something to simply decorate your home. You will leave with a wreath you are proud to display. Students will be given a supply list at the time of registration and will need to provide the following supplies; Wreath, silk flowers, and any decorative ornaments needed to complete the wreath. Equipment for assembling the wreath will be provided; glue, tape, wire. Please call VC Gonzales if you need information regarding the supply list. (830) 672-6251 4 contact hours

Gonzales Center Sept 17 – Sept 19Mon & Wed | 6:00PM – 8:00PM VC Gonzales Center, Room 109

Food Canning/Preservation Techniques - $75 FOOD CE01

Savor the freshness of your garden long after the growing season comes to a close. This course will teach you home canning and food preservation techniques. You will receive information about necessary equipment, safety procedures, and get hands on practice with handling and preparing garden vegetables for canning or freezing. You will get to sample delicious items prepared by local cooks and take home recipes and great ideas! 4 contact hours

Gonzales Center Oct 9 – Oct 11Tues & Thurs | 6:00PM – 8:00PM VC Gonzales Center, Room 109

Garden, Start Your Own Edible - $130 (Online)GRDN CE02

Grow delicious, nutritious fruit and vegetables in your own backyard! In this course, you’ll learn how to give your garden a healthy start and keep it growing strong all season. Whether you want to provide your family with nutritious food, save money, get some exercise, or just be more self-sufficient, this course will give you the skills and knowledge you need to be on your way to a successful harvest. 24 contact hours


Genealogy -Welcome to the World of - $95GENE CE01

This course will take participants through the first steps in genealogical research and recording of family history. Working backward one generation at a time, participants will learn of vital resources, where to locate needed records and documents, and how to record them in proper systematic genealogical form. The final class session will be in the Houston Clayton Public Library for a day of intense genealogical research as a finale to the learning experience and as a guide for continued family history discovery. 16 contact hours

VC Main Campus Aug 7 – Aug 29Tues | 6:00PM – 8:00PM Continuing Education Center, Room 203

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Personal Enrichment

Going Green at Home - $130 (Online)GREN CE01

Step into a green lifestyle! In this course, you’ll learn how to reduce your carbon footprint by making simple changes that benefit the environment and your own health. If you’re looking for practical “going green” ideas for your home, this course will cover all the bases. By the time you’re done, you’ll know how to make your living space eco-friendly from top to bottom! 24 contact hours


Grammar Refresher - $130 (Online)GRAM CE01

Whatever your goals, a grasp of English grammar is important if you want to improve your speaking and writing skills. This course will help you gain confidence in your ability to produce clean, grammatically correct work. You’ll explore the basics of English grammar—like sentence structure and punctuation—as well as more sophisticated concepts—like logic and clarity. 24 contact hours


Guitar, Introduction to - $130 (Online)MUSC CE01

Learn to play guitar, and become the musician you‘ve always wanted to be! In these fun and informative lessons, you’ll build basic guitar skills step-by-step with the help of hands-on exercises, audio and video record-ings, and detailed illustrations. Whether you’re a beginner or an intermediate student, this course will take your musical talent to the next level. By the time you’re finished, you’ll be well on your way to becoming a skilled guitar player. 24 contact hours


Heartsaver CPR AED - $25 CPRR CE01

Heartsaver® CPR AED is a classroom, video-based, instructor-led course that teaches adult CPR and AED use, as well as how to relieve choking on Adult, Children, and Infants. This course teaches hands-on skills with AHA’s research-proven Practice-While-Watching (PWW) technique, which allows instructors to observe the students, provide feedback and guide the students’ learning of skills. 4 contact hours

VC Main Campus Nov 29 Thurs | 1:00PM – 5:00PMAllied Health Building, Room 112

Homeschool with Success - $130 (Online)EDCA CE01

Discover what you need to know to homeschool your children successfully. You’ll find out how to research legal requirements, choose the best curricu-lum, organize your school day, provide great socialization opportunities, and make the most of raising your children. When you finish this course, you’ll have lots of information and guidance to plot your homeschooling course for years to come! 24 contact hours


Interior Design, Introduction to - $130 (Online)DSGN CE01

Are you a creative person with an eye for design? If so, this course will show you how to transform plain living spaces into beautiful and functional rooms. You’ll delve into color theory, interior design styles and trends, spatial arrangements, floor plans, “green” design, and other basics. In addition, you’ll explore a range of interior design careers and get insider tips for entering this exciting and challenging field. As you master design skills step-by-step, you’ll complete your first project: a fully developed room design complete with spatial layout, lighting, and finish selections. Your new knowledge and hands-on practice will give you the confidence you need to start creating beautiful residential interiors for yourself and others. 24 contact hours



Health Careers - EMSPersonal EnrichmentFor information about these courses, please contact the Workforce & Continuing Education Department at (361) 582-2528.

Journaling, Introduction to - $130 (Online)JRNL CE01

This insightful course will help you discover an exciting new way to express yourself and enhance your creativity. You’ll learn to use powerful journaling techniques to develop a deeper and more spiritual understanding of yourself and explore your thoughts, feelings, beliefs, and values. You’ll also discover how to use journaling to ease the stress of unwanted change, improve your physical and emotional health, and achieve a greater level of professional success. 24 contact hours


Land and Title Searches: Who Owns Your Property? - $100 LAND CE01

Who has owned your property in the past? Are you interested in research-ing the history of your property, but don’t know how to navigate local archives and records? Gonzales County Clerk, Lee Riedel, will lead a course filled with timely and useful information regarding the basics of conducting property title searches. Guidelines for accessing deeds, liens, and other property records will be provided. 8 contact hours

Gonzales Center Sept 11 – Sept 20Tues & Thurs | 6:00PM – 8:00PM VC Gonzales Center, Room 105

Lose Weight & Keep It Off - $130WGHT CE01

Do you want to lose weight and keep it off? Now you can! In this comprehensive course, you’ll discover how to establish a healthy approach to weight loss and weight maintenance. You’ll master how to set and achieve weight-loss and weight-maintenance goals that make sense for you. We’ll determine the differences between weight loss and weight maintenance, and see how to master the obstacles to weight maintenance. By the end of this course, you’ll know how to set appropriate and effective goals for eating, exercise, and many other elements that affect your weight. You’ll have the skills you need to lose weight and keep it off for a lifetime! 24 contact hours


Money, Credit and Identity, Protect Your - $130 (Online)CRED CE01

In these lessons, you’ll see how to spot the scams and rip-offs that can cost you money or ruin your credit. You’ll explore threats including identity fraud, Internet and credit card scams, and deceptive service contracts. By the time you finish this course, you’ll be prepared to protect your credit score, your identity, and your bank accounts. In addition, you’ll have the legal know-how you need to make mortgage holders, credit card companies, and debt collectors play by the rules. 24 contact hours


Photography, Secrets of Better - $130 (Online)PHOT CE01

Designed for both film and digital photographers, this course is filled with tips and tricks to help you take better photographs. You’ll learn the basic technology that all cameras use, and you’ll receive helpful information on exposure and lighting. You’ll also explore strategies for taking excellent photos in all types of situations, including portraiture, landscape, macro and still life. 24 contact hours


Poetry, Pleasures of - $130 (Online)WRTG CE01

If you want to write poetry, this course will help you to create your best pos-sible work. You’ll learn the formal elements of the craft, become aware of how particular forms work, and explore many avenues for possible poetry topics. Interactive exercises will help you to create at least one poem with formal elements, and you’ll receive instruction and commentary in a constructive and nurturing environment. If you’re serious about becoming a published poet, you’ll also learn how to prepare a manuscript for publication and where to send it for the best possible results. 24 contact hours


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Personal Enrichment

Social Networking - $50 FACE CE01

Facebook, Twitter, and Linked In are all the rage. They are the top social network sites. They can connect you with people across the globe. Whether it’s to connect with people with similar interests or to build your business, this is the way to maximize your social networking experience for a minimum price (generally free). 9 contact hours

VC Main Campus Sept 17 – Sept 19Mon-Wed | 9:00AM - 12:00PMContinuing Education Center Room 208

Calhoun County Center Nov 6 – Nov 13Tues & Thurs | 5:30PM - 8:30PMCalhoun County Center, Room 9

Writer, Beginning - $130 (Online)WRIT CE01

Emphasis in this course is on developing your skills through practice, so you’ll spend more time writing than reading. You’ll master important concepts by completing enjoyable writing exercises and assignments, and you’ll discover a variety of strategies and techniques the pros use to develop characters, create a compelling point of view, build interest through dialogue, and add meaning to your stories. 24 contact hours



Real EstateVC offers the very best real

estate licensing programs, real

estate exam preparation and

real estate continuing

education courses. With a

variety of formats from

classroom to online, we make

it quick and convenient for

you to complete your

required education.

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For information, please contact the Workforce & Continuing Education Department at (361) 582-2528 or visit VictoriaCollege.edu/realestatetraining.

Real Estate

Victoria College is partnering with Career WebSchool to offer online real estate, appraisal and mortgage courses. To be eligible to apply for real estate Salesperson License, an individual must be a citizen of the United States or a lawfully admitted alien, eighteen (18) years of age or older and a legal resident of Texas. In addition, an individual must furnish the Commission satisfactory evidence of successfully completing the following education: Texas Principles of Real Estate course [60 classroom hours], Texas Law of Agency core real estate course (30 classroom hours), Texas Law of Contracts core real estate course (30 classroom hours) and an additional three (90 classroom hours) in related courses acceptable to the Texas Real Estate Commission.

Texas Principles of Real Estate - $279 RELE CE01

This single course meets the 60-hour Principles (I & II) of Real Estate core course requirement. The course covers property ownership, property transfer, real estate licensing, finance, math, fair housing, and other required topics. 60 contact hours

Online CourseClasses begin immediately upon registration.

Real Estate Appraisal - $149RELE CE03

This course covers the principles and practices of real estate appraisal and will satisfy 30 hours of the additional core real estate course requirement necessary for licensure. Topics covered in this course: general data analysis, residential real estate markets, neighborhood analysis, site description and analysis, highest and best use, specific data analysis, improvement analysis, principles of value, gross rent multiplier, and special appraisal techniques. This course also covers the three approaches to value--sales comparison (or market data), cost, and income--along with case studies and practice exercises pertaining to each approach. 30 contact hours


Real Estate Finance - $149RELE CE05

This course focuses on the set of concepts and techniques used to analyze and finance income-producing real property and will satisfy 30 hours of the additional core real estate course requirement necessary for licensure. Topics covered in this course: financing instruments and creative financing techniques; in-depth mortgage payment patterns and concepts, economic characteristics and standards, and financing of single and income-producing properties; sources and availability of mortgage money and credit and the impact of various factors on the mortgage market; and special government activities having an impact on real estate financing. 30 contact hours


Real Estate Investment - $149RELE CE06

This course covers real estate investments characteristics, techniques of investment analysis, time-valued money, discounted and non-discounted investment criteria, leverage, tax shelters, depreciation, and applications to property tax. This course emphasis on Financing, evaluation, and management of real estate investment. 30 contact hours


Real Estate Marketing - $149RELE CE07

This course teaches students the fundamentals of real estate marketing. The course covers the psychology of marketing, listing procedures, advertising, the Deceptive Trade Practices-Consumer Protection Act, and negotiating and closing. 30 contact hours


Texas Law of Agency - $149 RELE CE02

This course meets the 30-hour Law of Agency core course requirement. This course covers an overview of agency concepts, agreements with buyers and sellers, fiduciary duties, intermediaries, agency termination, employment issues and other required topics. 30 contact hours


Texas Law of Contracts - $149RELE CE04

This course meets the 30-hour Law of Contracts core course requirement. This course covers contract law and reviews in detail how to create a contract, contract forms, breaches, provisions and other required topics. 30 contact hours


MathMaster - $89RELE CE08

Conquer that fear you have always had of real estate math. Math Master provides you with clear and concise explanations. These math tips will also be helpful in your career in real estate. Master real estate mathematics with ease! 0 contact hours


National Real Estate Exam Prep: The SMART Guide to Passing - $89RELE CE09

This exam preparation program was prepared after a careful analysis of all of the testing formats that a real estate applicant may encounter. The program is composed of the ten topics found on all of the testing service exams and many state exams. The program also includes two 100-question practice exams: one salesperson practice exam and one broker practice exam. There are a total of 1,000 questions in this exam prep program. 0 contact hours


Please note: Students can register for classes using various package options or as individual classes. For information regarding the purchase, policies, exams, refunds, extensions, etc., contact the Career WebSchool at 800-532-7649.


Teaching & EducationClassroom in chaos?

Gain control from the comfort

of your own home. VC offers

courses for teaching

professionals that offer

practical information that can

be applied to students and the

classroom immediately.

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Creative Classroom, The - $130 (Online)EDUC CE09

Creativity will abound in your classroom as you tap your students’ hidden talents. Learn how to use creativity to teach reading, writing, visual arts, performing arts, social studies, science, mathematics, and physical and health education. Develop creative new approaches to field trips, learning labs, activities, exercises, assignments, and evaluation methods. Think beyond the textbook and challenge your students by making your classroom a creative classroom! 24 contact hours


Differentiated Instruction in the Classroom - $130 (Online)EDUC CE11

Differentiated instruction (DI) is becoming a mainstay in classrooms across the country as educators are starting to see the ways that the traditional classroom setting limits their ability to reach diverse learners. Join us on this journey through 10 practical DI integration strategies! Count on at least three sample integration lessons on each strategy, and just think of all the ways that you can apply them to improve learning outcomes for your students. 24 contact hours


Empowering Students with Disabilities - $130 (Online)EDUC CE10

Teaching students with disabilities is a rewarding challenge, and this course gives you the tools you’ll need to succeed. No matter what grade you teach—from preschool through high school—you’ll learn powerful strategies you can put to work immediately in your classroom. In addition, you’ll gain the knowledge you need to understand and cope with the most common disabilities you’ll encounter. 24 contact hours


Guided Reading and Writing: Strategies for Success - $130 (Online)EDUC CE08

Around 30% of students in sixth grade already have trouble with basic reading and writing. These literacy problems affect performance across subject areas, and they often leave teachers wondering how to help. Get the professional development training you need to improve student literacy as an accomplished teacher shares the secrets of turning guided reading strategies into opportunities for teaching writing. The road to literacy is also the road to ingenuity, invention, and imagination, and you’ll soon learn how to take your students from groans to grins with creative lesson plans that really work! 24 contact hours


Microsoft Word in the Classroom - $130 (Online)POFI 1024

Whether you’re new to Word or a veteran, join us and find out how to turn this dynamic program into a launching pad for creative lessons and engaging classroom activities. As you master its features in fun, hands-on activities, you’ll discover that Word enhances your teaching in ways you didn’t think possible. Get ready to wow your students and their parents too! 24 contact hours


Response to Intervention: Reading Strategies that Work - $130 (Online)EDUC CE06

If you’re eager to learn the right ways to help your struggling readers make steady progress throughout the year, you’ll find that this course gives you the power to teach flexibly and creatively, without the need for extra training in literacy or fluency. As an added bonus, there’s nothing quite like helping students discover the pleasures of reading! 24 contact hours


Health Careers - EMSTeaching & EducationFor information, please contact the Workforce & Continuing Education Department at (361) 582-2528 or visit www.ed2go.com/victoria.



Singapore Math Strategies: Advanced Model Drawing for Grades 6-9 - $130 (Online)EDUC CE02

Model drawing is a core part of Singapore Math, a base-10 math program that forms the foundation of math instruction in Singapore. When you introduce model drawing into your classroom, your students will succeed with word problems, build math skills, and develop self-confidence. And they’ll even look forward to math! 24 contact hours


Singapore Math Strategies: Model Drawing for Grades 1-6 - $130 (Online)EDUC CE01

In this professional development course for teachers, you’ll get the training you need to start teaching model drawing, the powerful Singapore Math strategy that gives word problems a visual context. As a teacher, you know that many students groan when it’s time to solve word problems. This six-week course will prove to you just how effective model drawing can be in your classroom! 24 contact hours


Singapore Math Strategies: Number Sense and Computational Strategies - $130 (Online)EDUC CE03

For many students, basic math is a struggle. But for students and teach-ers in Singapore, math is much more intuitive. And Singaporean students have been top mathematics performers for over a decade! Using a layered curriculum founded on solid number sense and concrete, pictorial, and abstract computational strategies, Singaporean teachers make math purposeful, interesting, and relevant. Soon you’ll learn their secrets and be able to have the same kind of meaningful math lessons in your classroom.24 contact hours


Solving Classroom Discipline Problems - $130 (Online)EDUC CE12

Why do some teachers enjoy peaceful, orderly classrooms while others face daily discipline battles? The answer is that some teachers know the secrets to solving discipline problems. This course reveals those secrets and presents a step-by-step approach to effective, positive classroom discipline. 24 contact hours


Teaching Smarter with SMART Boards - $130 (Online)EDUC CE05

In this class, you’ll discover how to create outstanding presentations with SMART Board and SMART Notebook technology. You’ll explore the basics of using these tools and discover how to create your own SMART board lessons blending text, videos, and graphics. You’ll also go beyond the bells and whistles and look at specific ways to use SMART technology to broaden your content and make your lessons accessible to all students. 24 contact hours


Teaching Students with ADHD - $130 (Online)EDUC CE04

In this course, you’ll discover practical ways to help children with ADHD control their behavior and succeed in school. And you’ll be learning from the real experts: the children themselves. You’ll find out how Kristi controls her behavior and how Wanda handles boredom. You’ll see how Adam jump-starts his thought processes, how Harry satisfies his need to move without bothering his teacher, and how Darren aces his homework. 24 contact hours


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Teaching Students with Autism: Strategies for Success - $130 (Online)EDUC CE07

Develop the skills to counter these students’ social awkwardness, sensory sensitivities, meltdowns, problems with homework completion, language reciprocity issues, and violent fixations. Even if you don’t have a student with high-functioning autism or Asperger’s Syndrome in your class this year, these strategies will equip you to deal with any student who exhibits these characteristics on a regular basis. 24 contact hours


Part-time Instructors NeededAre you an expert in a particular subject and want to teach?

We are always looking for qualified individuals who have teaching ability and are interested

in sharing their expertise with others.

Send your resume to:[email protected]

A member of our team will contact you if there is a match between our needs and your qualifications.


TransportationIf you’re looking for great pay

and the chance to travel the

country, then trucking driving

may be the perfect career for

you. A career as a professional

truck driver opens the door to a

lifetime of job opportunities.

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Transportation

Truck Driving - $3,750 (Texas Specific) CVOP 1001

The Commercial Truck Driving course prepares persons for entry level employment in the industry. This course provides classroom instruction with emphasis on safety, rules, regulations and techniques. Behind-the-wheel driving range activities, public, street and highway driving are also included. Opportunities are available for students to meet with recruiters from the trucking industry. Students will take the Commercial Drivers License written and driving examinations at the Department of Public Safety as a class activity. Students must pass DOT physical, drug, and alcohol assessment prior to registration. All materials included; up to $60.00 reimbursement provided for permits. 286 contact hours.

This course is offered at the VC Main Campus and VC Gonzales Center.

Call Pam Price (361) 485-6830 for class dates.

Basic Motorcycle Safety - $195 MBRC CE01

The Motorcycle Basic RiderCourse is designed for both the beginner rider and the experienced rider to sharpen existing skills and learn new ones. Special emphasis is placed on mastering full control of the motorcycle. The course also covers advanced physical and mental skills needed to ride the motorcycle safely, and defensive street riding strategies. Upon successful completion of the course, students are issued a MSB-8 certificate which should satisfy The Texas Department of Public Safety’s driving exam. Motorcycle and helmet provided. Class is limited to 12 students and classes fill quickly. Early registration is encouraged. 17 contact hours.

Course dates Sept 7 – 9Sept 21 – 23Oct 5 – 7Oct 19 – 21Nov 9 – 11Dec 7 – 9

Class timesThis course takes a full weekend to complete. Class meets Friday – Sunday during the following times: Friday 6:00PM – 10:00PM; Saturday 8:00PM – 4:00PM; Sunday 8:00PM – 3:00PM.

LocationThis class is held in the College Services & Training Building, Room 104-B, which is adjacent to the motorcycle riding range.

For more information, please visit www.victoriacollege.edu/motorcyclesafety.


Workforce & Continuing Education Registration Form Fax, mail, or deliver this form in person. Payment is due at time of registration.

Course Title ______________________________________________________________________________ Date of Class(es): ________________________________________ CRN: _______________________________

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Victoria College Workforce & Continuing Education

2200 East Red RiverVictoria, Texas 77901

Phone: 361-582-2528Fax: 361-582-2574

Please Note: A hold will be placed on the records of any student who is delinquent in their financial obligations to the College. Future registrations and transcript requests will be denied until all obligations have been met.

Mother FatherEight grade education or less _____ _____Some high school but did not graduate _____ _____GED _____ _____A high school graduate _____ _____Some college but no degree _____ _____

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Revised 07/17/2012

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Victoria College is pleased to announce

Academy for Lifelong LearningAn educational program for lifelong learners.

Classes begin Fall 2012 in: • technology• healthcare• history • the arts

The program encourages lifelong learning,providing members with common interests theopportunity to participate in study, discussionsand social interaction.

Classes are offered in the fall, spring andsummer terms. Social activities will bescheduled throughout the year. Membership is $50 per year.

The program is sponsored by the Victoria College Workforce and Continuing Education Department.

For more information, please call (361) 582-2426.


A

A to Z Grant Writing, 9Access 2012, Introduction to Microsoft, 9Accounting Fundamentals I, 9Accounting Fundamentals II, 9Adobe Illustrator, CS5, Introduction to, 9Adobe Photoshop Elements Beginner, 10Advanced Cardiac Life Support, 23Advanced Cardiac Life Support - Recertification, 23Arts and Crafts Business, Start Your Own, 35

B

Basic Motorcycle Safety, 47Braille, Beginning, 29

C

C# Programming for the Absolute Beginner, 10Computers for Beginners, 10Computers for the Workplace, 10CSS & XHTML, Introduction to, 11CPR Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers, 23CPR Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers - Recertification, 23Creative Classroom, The, 43Customer Service, 11

D

Dental Conference, 21Digital Photography, 35Digital Photography, Discover, 35Differentiated Instruction in the Classroom, 43

E

Effective Selling, 11Electrical Level 1, 25Electrical Level 2, 25Electrical Level 3, 25Electrical License Renewal, 25Electronic Health Records, 17Empowering Students with Disabilities, 43EPA Technician Certificate, 25Estate Planning & Asset Protection in the Eagle Ford Shale, 11, 35Essentials of Leadership, 11Excel I 2010, 11

F

Financial Independence, Planning for, 35Fire Extinguisher Training, 12, 36Floral Wreath Workshop, 36Food Handlers Certification, 12French-Beginning Conversational, 29

G

Garden, Start Your Own Edible, 36Genealogy, Welcome to the World of, 36Going Green at Home, 37Grammar Refresher, 37Guided Reading and Writing: Strategies for Success, 43Guitar, Introduction to, 37

H

Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Level 1, 25Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Level 3, 26Heartsaver CPR AED, 37Homeschool With Success, 37

I

Instant Italian, 29Insurance Coding, 17Interior Design, Introduction to, 37J

Japanese Conversational, 29Java Programming, Introduction to, 12Journaling, Introduction to, 38

K

Keys to Effective Communications, 12

L

Land and Title Search: Who Owns Your Property?, 38Lean Office, 12Long Term Care Activity Director Update, 20Long Term Care Activity Directing I, 18Long Term Care Activity Directing II, 18Lose Weight & Keep it Off, 38

M

Marketing Your Business on the Internet, 12MathMaster, 41Medical Assisting, 18Medical Terminology, 18Medication Aide for Nurse Aide/ Home Health Aide, 19Medication Aide for Nurse Aid Update, 20Microsoft Word in the Classroom, 43Millwright Level 2, 26Money, Credit and Identity, Protect Your, 38Motorcycle Safety, 47

N

National Real Estate Exam Prep: The SMART Guide to Passing, 41Nurse Aide for Healthcare, 19

P

Pediatric Advanced Life Support, 23Pediatric Advanced Life Support - Recertification, 23Phlebotomy, 20Photography, Secrets of Better, 38Pipefitting Level 1, 26Pipefitting Level 2, 26Poetry, Pleasures of, 38Police Academy, 33Power Presentations, 13PowerPoint I 2010, 13Professional Development Conferences, 21Project Management Fundamentals, 13Publisher, Introduction to, 13

Q

QuickBooks 2012, 13QuickBooks 2012, Performing Payroll in, 13

R

R410-A Safety Training, 26Real Estate Appraisal, 41Real Estate Finance, 41Real Estate Investment, 41Real Estate Marketing, 41Resolving Conflict, 14Response to Intervention: Reading Strategies that Work, 43

S

School Nurse Conference, 21 Secrets of the Caterer, 14Selling, Effective, 11Singapore Math Strategies: Advanced Model Drawing for Grades 6-9, 44Singapore Math Strategies: Model Drawing for Grades 1-6, 44Sign Language Conversational, 29Social Networking, 14, 39Solving Classroom Discipline Problems, 44Spanish Conversational, 29Spanish for the Workplace, 30Spanish for Law Enforcement, 30Spanish for Medical Professionals, 30Spanish, Speed, 30SQL, Introduction, 14Supervision and Management, Fundamentals of, 14

T

Teaching Smarter with SMART Boards, 45Teaching Students with ADHD, 44Teaching Students with Autism: Strategies for Success, 44Texas Law of Agency, 41Texas Law of Contracts, 41 Texas Principles of Real Estate, 41Therapeutic Recreation I, 20Therapeutic Recreation II, 20Truck Driving, 47

W

Web Pages, Creating, 14Welding Level 1, 26Welding Level 2, 27 Word I 2010 in the Classroom, Microsoft, 15Word I 2010, 15Wow, What a Great Event!, 15Writing, Beginning, 39Writing Effective Grant Proposals, 15Writing Essentials, 15

Victoria College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, veteran’s status, or limited English proficiency. It is our policy to comply, fully, with the nondiscrimination provision of all state and federal rules and regulations.

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