Continuing Education
Continuing Education - Business ~ Career ~ Finance
Contact Teri Olson (262) 335-5259 theresa.olson@uwc.edu for registration (or register online), upcoming class dates, or to request course schedule.
Retirement Planning Today®
This course includes a 225-page illustrated textbook. Couples may attend together for a single registration fee. Class sizes are limited so register online today. Dates/Times: Two sessions are available - choose the one that best fits your schedule.
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In this course you will learn: How to manage investment risks, use new tax laws to your advantage, make informed decisions about your company retirement plan, and adjust your estate plan to function properly under the new laws. However, money is only one aspect of retirement planning. This course blends financial education with life planning to help you build wealth, align your money with your values, and achieve your retirement lifestyle goals.
Fee: $69 for one or two persons from the same household includes book. Instructors: Joseph A. Herkert, President of Herkert and Associates
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Phlebotomy Technician Exam Preparation Program
This 90 hour exam preparation course prepares professionals to collect blood specimens from clients for the purpose of laboratory analysis. Students will become familiar with all aspects related to blood collection and develop comprehensive skills to perform venipunctures completely and safely. Classroom and lab work includes terminology, anatomy and physiology- blood collection procedures, specimen hands-on practice, and training in skills and techniques to perform puncture methods.
Contact Hours: 90
Fee: $1599 (Textbooks included)
Dates/Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:00pm-9:30pm
Saturdays, 8:30am-12:00pm
April 3 - June 7, 2012 (no class April 7 & May 26) Register today!
Pharmacy Technician Exam Preparation Program
According to the U.S. Department of Labor projections, employment of pharmacy technicians is to increase by
31 percent from 2008-2018, which is growing significantly faster than the average for all occupations. Now
more than ever, is the time to begin your career as a Pharmacy Technician!
This comprehensive 50 hour exam preparation course will prepare students to explore the pharmacy field and take the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board’s PTCB exam. Technicians work in hospitals, home infusion pharmacies, community pharmacies and other health care settings – working under the supervision of a registered pharmacist. Course content includes medical terminology specific to the pharmacy, reading and interpreting prescriptions and defining drugs by generic and brand names. Students will learn dosage calculations, I.V. flow rates, drug compounding, dose conversions, dispensing of prescriptions, inventory control and billing and reimbursement. Get with the Program; enroll today & begin a career with a future! Register online
Course Contact Hours - 50 hours
Fee: $999 (Textbooks included) |
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Phlebotomy & Pharmacy Technician Informational Night
Please join us for an information session about the exciting career of a Pharmacy Technician.
Date: Tuesday, March 6
Time: 7:00pm-8:00pm
Location: UW-WC Register today!
Introduction to Website Design
Learn the process of web design from start to finish, and learn by several hands on examples along the way. HTML, CSS, web standards, analytics, social media, and how to begin hosting your site are just a few of the topics that will be covered in this class.
Dates: Tuesdays, March 6, 13, 20, 27
Time: 6:00pm-8:00pm
Location: UW-WC
Cost: $99 Register today!
Introduction to Web Development
Take a journey into the world of web development, and learn the basics of ASP.NET programming. You will learn how to incorporate dynamic content into your site using databases, use Master Pages to simplify your sites layout, and use many of the web controls that ASP.NET has to offer. We recommend that you have some web experience before taking this class.
Dates: Tuesdays, April 3, 10, 17, 24
Time: 6:00pm-8:00pm
Location: UW-WC
Cost: $69.00 Register today!
Continuing Education offers two different ways to take online classes, through our partnership with the Learning Education Resources Network (LERN) and Ed2Go.
Click here to learn more about LERN Online Certificate Programs & online classes and for complete class descriptions!
LERN Online Certificate Programs & classes
- Certificate in Online Teaching
- Certified Online Instructor
- Supervisory and Leadership Certificate
- LEED Green Associate Exam Preparation
- Social Media for Business Certificate
- Online Emarketing Essentials Certificate
Ed2go
There’s no Place like home…
Take ed2go courses from the comfort of your home or office at the times that are most convenient for you. Start today at www.ed2go.com/uwwc!
This is just a sampling of the over 200 online courses available in the areas of business, computer applications, languages, personal enrichment , graphic design, health care and more. To view the entire list of available courses and to register for these online courses, visit www.ed2go.com/uwwc.
Introduction to Excel- Discover the secrets to setting up fully formatted worksheets quickly and efficiently.
Introduction to QuickBooks- Learn how to quickly and efficiently gain control over the financial aspects of your business.
Grammar Refresher- This course will help you gain confidence in your ability to produce clean, grammatically correct documents and speeches.
Computer Skills for the Workplace- Gain a working knowledge of the computer skills you’ll need to succeed in today’s job market.
Designing Effective Websites- This course will enable you to master the basics of Web design and you’ll learn how to build sites that are better and more effective. Get ready to take your Web design skills to the next level!
Accounting Fundamentals Gain a marketable new skill by learning the basics of double-entry bookkeeping, financial reporting, and more.
Principles of Sales Management- Learn valuable techniques and strategies for sales management success.
Introduction to Microsoft Word- Learn how to create and modify documents with the world’s most widely used word processor.
Introduction to Access- Store, locate, print, and automate access to all types of information.
Speed Spanish- This course is designed for anyone who wants to learn Spanish pronto! Learn six simple recipes to glue Spanish words together into sentences, and you’ll be speaking Spanish in no time.
Intermediate Excel- Work faster and more productively with Exce
Introduction to PowerPoint- Build impressive slide presentations filled with text, images, video, audio, charts, and more.
Become a Physical Therapy Aide- By the time you finish this course, you’ll have gained valuable knowledge and be well on your way to becoming an important member of the physical therapy team!
Keys to Effective Communication- 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.
How to get started:
1. Visit our online Instruction Center: www.ed2go.com/uwwc
2. Click the Courses link, choose the department and course title you are interested in and select the Enroll Now button. Follow the instructions to enroll and pay for your course. Here you will enter your e-mail and choose a password that will grant you access to the Classroom.
3. When your course starts, return to our Online Instruction Center and click the Classroom link. To begin your studies, simply log in with your e-mail and the password you selected during enrollment.
Visit our Online Instruction Center today: www.ed2go.com/uwwc for complete course listings, descriptions, and syllabi or call Teri Olson in the Continuing Education Office at 262-335-5259 for more information.
Requirements:
All courses require Internet access, e-mail, the Netscape Navigator, or the Microsoft Internet Explorer web browser. Some courses may have additional requirements. Please visit our Online Instruction Center for more information.
Online Business Communication Certificate Program
Spring 2012 Courses
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What do most employers look for in an employee? It’s the ability to communicate effectively with others. Instructor-led online courses begin on the second Monday of their respective months and run for six weeks, offering a minimum of six lessons per course. Interactive quizzes, assignments, tutorials, and online discussion areas supplement the lessons. All materials are available to you over the World Wide Web. Read your lessons and ask questions of your instructor at times that are most convenient to you! All you need to get started is Internet access, an e-mail address, and Netscape or Internet Explorer Web browser. Note: Campus computer labs are not available for these courses. Enroll in one, two, or three six-week courses of your choice … OR complete all five core courses and at least one elective to earn the Business Communication Certificate. Requirements can be completed within one year. You can begin the certificate at any time. Visit www.uwmanitowoc.uwc.edu and click on Continuing Education link on the left side of the screen to download a brochure with full course descriptions and instructor biographies. Register online by following the link “register for courses and pay by credit card”. To register by phone, call Kathy Palmer at 1-800-859-8334 |
SCORE Advising Sessions
SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives), founded in 1964, is a non-profit organization dedicated to entrepreneur education and the formation, growth, and success of small businesses nationwide. The University of Wisconsin-Washington County (UW-WC) in Cooperation with the West Bend Economic Development Corporation hosts advising sessions at the UW-WC campus.
SCORE volunteers are both retired and "working" business people. They bring a wealth of knowledge right to your fingertips about starting, managing and maintaining a successful small business. Advising sessions can be set up by calling 262-335-5259
Customized Business Training
Your organization may have training needs not available through traditional programming. The University of Wisconsin Colleges can help. We offer a variety of customized training solutions to fit your specific organizational issues at a time and location convenient to you. UW Colleges provide training support in a variety of areas.
Contact Dan Anhalt, Director of Training and Business Development, dan.anhalt@uwc.edu or phone 262-335-5218
A Sample of Programs include:
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