Continuing Education
Workshops & Seminars for Professional Growth
To learn more about specific workshops or to register, call JCC Continuing Education at 315-786-2233 or complete and fax the registration form. Don’t wait to register - Jefferson will cancel workshops with insufficient enrollment five days prior to the scheduled start date. Members of AUSA are entitled to a $5.00 discount off any non-credit workshop. An AUSA membership card must be presented at time of discount.
ServSafe Certification NEW one 8-hour day course!
We’ve made it easier for you to obtain ServSafe certification in a new one-day course! Prepare your restaurant operation to meet the new state mandated training requirements for foodservice personnel. This workshop will give employees the knowledge and skills they need to prepare and serve foods safely. The nationally-recognized ServSafe exam is taken during the final 90-minutes of the course. The tuition covers the cost of the ServSafe Essentials textbook, exam, and proctoring of the exam. Each class is limited to 20 participants. Choose one day that works best for your schedule.
Instructor: Pope Vickers, Certified ServSafe Instructor and Food Management Professional through the National Restaurant Association
Cost: $165 / 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Monday, July 14 or 21 (CED 296 703) / (CED 296 704)
Notary Public Prep Course
Do you want to apply for appointment as a New York State Notary Public? This workshop will help you prepare for the NY State notary public exam (exam dates TBD). The cost of text materials is included. (CED 453 702)
Instructor: Nicholas Tulve / Cost: $55
Tuesday, June 24, 2008 / 6:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Change Management
Change has become a way of life for organizations in today’s world and, as a result, change management has become a critical and essential skill set for managers, supervisors and team leaders. This workshop provides participants with the tools to effectively plan, implement and sustain change in their organizations. Learn how to successfully frame, time, and communicate changes, as well as how to overcome resistance to change. Topics include understanding the nature of change, why change is important (and when it’s not), how to prepare an organization for change, how to initiate, implement, and sustain change, and how to measure the progress of change efforts. (CED 531 701)
Instructor: Mary Schechter, PHR / Cost: $100
Tuesday, July 15, 2008 / 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Progressive Employee Discipline
This seminar will present an overview of discipline and its functional role in the workplace including the hazards of failing to discipline and the messages inaction can send. It will also teach the critical steps to conducting an effective disciplinary session and key trouble spots to avoid. (CED 503 701)
Instructor: Mary Schechter, PHR / Cost: $100
Tuesday, July 15, 2008 / 1:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Business Performance Management
How do you create a high-quality team of high-performing individuals? By helping team members recognize their natural team role, so they can work from their strengths and talents. This workshop will help you build an effective team atmosphere. (CED 564 701)
Instructor: Ray Terwilliger / Cost: $55
Tuesday & Wednesday, July 15 – 16, 2008 / 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Motivational Leadership for Women
Is leading as a woman different than leading as a man? You bet it is! And the most important aspect to embrace in your role as a female leader is not the obvious. You can be the bridge between the best of both male and female “models” by focusing on one key aspect of leadership- that is your ability to intuit the “unseen” while improving your objectivity of the “seen” in any workplace dynamic. In this program we will learn how to: identify and overcome the hidden self- sabotage we create for ourselves as women leaders, improve our flexibility in “delivering” to and “engaging” both male and female coworkers, excel at building coalitions in the workplace while addressing the faction-ism that creates negativity, and create a 3 point improvement plan unique to your style by the end of your experience. (CED 565 701)
Instructor: Mary Schechter, PHR / Cost: $100
Wednesday, July 16, 2008 / 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Adding Value: The Top Ten List and How to Start Today
Did you ever wonder why some people get all the breaks? Why, when you are perfectly capable and competent, is it someone else who gets the accolades and promotions? It is not a mystery and you need not give up all hope. Be viewed for the skills and value you bring to the table TODAY. What you need to know is HOW to get recognized by adding the value that your employer can “see” and reward. Join us if you are confused and frustrated in your career path. Join us if you are ready to take the next step in your career and are not sure how to sell yourself. It is time to let go of “working hard” as your only adage; start today to add “working smart” to your career toolbox. (CED 566 701)
Instructor: Mary Schechter, PHR / Cost: $100
Wednesday, July 16, 2008 / 1:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Time Management
Leadership requires managing your time effectively and getting things done. Learn how to set priorities and manage time more efficiently by evaluating your effectiveness in 4 critical areas: attitude, procrastination, interruptions and scheduling. (CED 563 701)
Instructor: Ray Terwilliger / Cost: $55
Thursday, July 17, 2008 / 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Project Management
Learn how to use project management tools and methodology, developed by the Project Management Institute, to create a solid framework for a project. Also learn how to define project scope, create plans, determine the most appropriate scheduling method, select and organize a project team and assign tasks, monitor and control ongoing project performance, and close a project upon its completion. In addition, learn how to minimize risk throughout the project life cycle, develop a stakeholder management strategy, and use project phase-gates. The course includes classroom exercises and simulations; participants will apply the tools and techniques to one of their own projects. (CED 542 701)
Instructor: Dan Sirmans, SCG, Inc. / Cost: $150
Wednesdays, July 30 & August 6 / 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
NCSF-CPT Exam Prep Course
This course will prepare you to take the examination for a nationally recognized Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) Certification provided through the National Council on Strength and Fitness (NCSF) Board for Certification. The course bridges the gap between exercise science related coursework and the practical application skills required for personal training. Learn how to properly screen and evaluate clients for safe participation in an exercise program; design and implement exercise prescriptions for multiple populations for successful goal attainment; proficiently supervise clients; and be prepared to sit for a NCSF- CPT Exam. The registration fee includes the textbook, study guide, reference guide, CD-ROM and DVD, cost of the exam, certificate of completion and a 1-year membership to NCSF. (CED 136 701)
Instructor: Kimberly Sell-Hicks / Cost: $700
Tues. & Thurs., August 19 – Sept. 4, 2008 / 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
TECHNOLOGY SERIES
Intro to Digital Camera: Uploading and Downloading
Transfer pictures from your digital camera to a PC where they can then be shared with others. Learn how to attach pictures to emails, post them on individual sites and how to crop or resize those pictures. It is recommended that you also bring either a CD or USB Drive with some of your pictures on it, as not all cameras will be recognized with the standard Windows utilities we have on campus. Call 786-2233 to find out if your camera is compatible with our software. (CED 052 701)
Instructor: Gregory McBroom / Cost: $40
Tuesday, July 15, 2008 / 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Intro to QuickBooks 2007
Learn how to use QuickBooks accounting software to organize your small business financial documents. (CED 010 701)
Instructor: Mary Hayes, North Shore Accounting / Cost: $200
Mon. & Wed., July 28 – August 13, 2008 / 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Intro to Music Downloading
Learn how to move music from your CD collection to your PC. From there you can make custom music CDs with just your favorite songs. We will also teach you about “free ware” which is software you can use to convert these songs to another format for use on other devices like an MP3 player. We will discuss the many music sites available on the Internet and what legalities to watch out for before using them. (CED 053 701)
Instructor: Gregory McBroom / Cost: $40
Tuesday, August 12, 2008 / 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m..