Workshops & Seminars for Professional Growth
To learn more about specific workshops or to register, call JCC Continuing Education at 315-786-2438 or complete and fax the registration form (PDF). Don’t wait to register - Jefferson will cancel workshops with insufficient enrollment five days prior to the scheduled start date. Members of CSEA, AUSA, Greater Watertown North Country Chamber of Commerce, the Greater Watertown Jaycees, and JCC Alumni Association are entitled to a $5.00 discount off any non-credit workshop. A membership card must be presented at time of registration.
It is said that you only have one opportunity to make the right first impression. The Continuing Education Division at JCC is here to assist you in your career goals! The workshops in the professional growth series were built with you in mind. Learn something new through this series of workshops and apply it toward your career portfolio and strengthen your marketability!
*ESB CORE* Creating a Business Plan
This non-credit workshop guides participants through the process of writing a business plan for a small business or new venture. Participants will research, develop, and write detailed business plans, which can be used to create successful businesses. This is a 15 week commitment. Required software for the workshop is Business Plan Pro by Palo Alto Software http://www.paloalto.com/business_plan_software/index_b.cfm. This workshop can be taken on its own or put toward the Entrepreneurship and Small Business certificate offered through the Continuing Education Division. (CED 558 701)
Instructor: Brian Murray / Cost: $218* price subject to change before August 30
Mondays, August 30-December 6, 2010 / 4:00 - 5:20 p.m.
Entrepreneurial Training Course
Are you interested in starting or expanding a small business? You’ll discover how to prepare a business plan, what types of loans you can apply for, and what types of insurance you should have. As well as how to check your credit and address any related problems. You’ll learn about Contract Agreements, Marketing, Micro-Enterprise Program, and Bookkeeping. Upon completion of the course, you will be eligible to apply for low-interest, micro-enterprise loans. This workshop can be taken on its own or put toward the Entrepreneurship and Small Business certificate offered through the Continuing Education Division. (SBC 214 701)
Instructor: John Gould / Cost: $195
Thursdays, September 16-October 28, 2010 / 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Small Business 'Legal-ease'
Learning the right legal steps to establish your small business does not have to be difficult and frustrating. Topics include choosing the best business structu4re, how to ensure your lease agreement is adequate and other legal issues. This workshop is offered in conjunction with the SBDC’s Entrepreneurial Training Course. (SBC 200 701)
Instructor: John Gould / Cost: $40
Thursday, September 23, 2010 / 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Small Business Accounting
Keeping the numbers straight is the key to a successful business. Small businesses operate by different rules than larger corporations and it’s important to use proper accounting methods. Small business owners and potential entrepreneurs are invited to attend this workshop and learn the answers to basic bookkeeping, income tax filing, and other concerns only small businesses may have. This workshop is offered in conjunction with the SBDC’s Entrepreneurial Training Course. (SBC 199 701)
Instructor: John Gould / Cost: $40
Thursday, September 30, 2010 / 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Customer Service through Empowerment
This seminar features an educational approach to enhance self esteem at work through customer service. Learn basic principles that have a consistent track record of success which will enable participants to have personal buy-in and commitment to their own ability to give effective customer service. This course will empower participants to view the customer service relationship from both sides of the equation and stresses key elements that work. (CED 178 701)
Instructor: Dave Johnson / Cost: $35
Monday, September 27, 2010 / 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Stress Management Skills
Are you quick to resort to bickering or fighting to solve problems? Learn the signs of stress and the effect it can have on the body and mind. Learn how to reframe irrational beliefs that often cue stress at school, work or home. Also, learn self-counseling skills and positive self-talk as well as how to communicate compassionately with others in a variety of contexts. (CED 117 701)
Instructor: Todd Bettinger / Cost: $50
Monday/Wednesday, September 27 & 29, 2010 / 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Hidden Phonics Rules
This workshop is for teaching professionals who want to delve deeper into the rules of phonics to find hidden rules. For example, how do we explain why the letter ‘a’ in wash and watch says the short sound of o? The reason you want to consciously know these rules is so you can explain them to your students who do not grasp them intuitively. Pauline Shetler is a retired Speech and Language teacher who has made a study of how to teach decoding and spelling skills to students with learning and language disabilities. (CED 626 701)
Instructor: Pauline Shetler / Cost: $55
Monday/Wednesday, October 4 & 6, 2010 / 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Interview Skills
This workshop is for the person who wants to brush-up on their interviewing skills, or for the person that is re-entering the workforce. Participants will learn the basics of interviewing for a job, or a promotion, in this one day three hour workshop. (CED 145 701)
Instructor: Gabrielle Hermanson / Cost: $30
Wednesday, October 6, 2010 / 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
ServSafe Certification one 8-hour day course!
We’ve made it easier for you to obtain ServSafe certification! JCC is offering a one day 8-hour course. It will prepare your restaurant operation to meet the new state mandated training requirements for foodservice personnel. This workshop will empower employees with the knowledge and skills they need to prepare and serve foods safely. The tuition covers the cost of the ServSafe Essentials textbook, exam, and proctoring of the exam. Each class is limited to 10 participants. Choose one day that works best for your schedule. The test is taken during the final 90-minutes of the course. (CED 296 701)
Instructor: Pope Vickers, Certified ServSafe Instructor/ Cost: $275
Monday, October 11, 2010 / 9:00 am - 5:00 p.m.
Basic Arithmetic Skills
This course provides concentrated review of basic arithmetic skills. Topics include: operations with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals, ratios and proportions. This class is also a great way to refresh prior to assessment training. (CED 148 701)
Instructor: Marc Davis / Cost: $55
Monday/Wednesday, October 11 & 13, 2010 / 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Financing Your Business
Want to start a business or expand your existing company? Then you’ll probably need money. This workshop will give you an overview of the process, from creating financial forecasts and determining your credit status to identifying sources for funding. We’ll look at traditional lenders like banks and some non-traditional programs available locally, such as microloans. You’ll also learn about federal resources like the U.S. Small Business Administration, as well as New York State funding incentives in areas like energy conservation, hiring/training credits, etc. (SBC 210 701)
Instructor: Ann Durant / Cost: $40
Tuesday, October 19, 2010 / 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Certified Personal Trainer 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: Steve Rowell/ Cost: $700
Tuesday/Thursday, October 19-November 4, 2010 / 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Basic Reading Skills
This course will teach basic reading comprehension and vocabulary. Learn helpful tips and practices for better understanding of documents. This class is also a great way to refresh prior to assessment testing. (CED 143 701)
Instructor: Pauline Shetler / Cost: $55
Monday/Wednesday, October 25 & 27, 2010 / 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Low-Cost Marketing Ideas for your Business
Do you need to get more buzz for your advertising dollars? This workshop will offer some low-cost yet highly effective tips for bringing new customers into your small business and keeping old customers coming back. We’ll look at analyzing the target audience and how to conduct market research. You’ll learn about developing a brand identity, creating a marketing plan and using the power of the Internet to spread the word about your business. (SBC 209 701)
Instructor: Sarah O'Connell / Cost: $40
Tuesday, October 26, 2010 / 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Basics of Grant Writing
You’ll learn the basic elements on how to research and write winning grant proposals. Elements of the workshop include; introduction to grant databases, developing a strong needs statement, narrative construction, budget design and securing project letters of commitment and support. This workshop can be taken on its own or put toward the Entrepreneurship and Small Business certificate offered through the Continuing Education Division. (CED 152 701)
Instructor: JoAnne Rhubart / Cost: $75
Tuesdays, November 2 & 9, 2010 / 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Chinese Culture & Business Etiquette
China will always have its own unique way of doing business but the more you know about Chinese culture and business etiquette the more connectors you will find between your business and the international market. This workshop is for the entrepreneur, corporation, or agricultural person that is looking to take the steps necessary to understand Chinese culture and start doing business in the global market. Participants will have an opportunity to learn the Mandarin language in a separate workshop to be offered in the spring. (CED 193 701)
Instructor: Marc Davis / Cost: $69
Mondays, November 8-22, 2010 / 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Conflict Management & Team Building
Participants will learn the key to maintaining a well-balanced workplace environment by helping individuals understand their own and others’ behavior in conflict, and providing them with the problem-solving skills needed to manage adversity in any team-based situation. Learn all the valuable skills and techniques needed for individuals to perform and be part of a team. Overcome the causes of team conflict, coordinate team efforts to reach a common goal, resolve team problems and much more. Use these skills in school or work teams to remedy nearly any problem and learn how to help team members set aside their differences and work together as one. (CED 147 701)
Instructor: Todd Bettinger / Cost: $65
Monday/Wednesday, November 8 & 10, 2010 / 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Allied Health
Barriers for Infectious Disease Control Certification
The Infection Control and Barrier Precaution law applies to the following professions: dental hygienists, dentists, licensed practical nurses, optometrists, physicians, physician assistants, podiatrists, registered professional nurses and specialist assistants, medical students, medical residents, and physician assistant students. This course meets NYS Education and Public Health Law requirements to apply for licensure and registration in nursing and related health professions. (CED 006 701)
Instructor: Kit Purington, Certified NYS infection control instructor / Cost: $25
Monday, November 15, 2010 / 2:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Pharmacy Technician Pre-Certification Program (Registration closed, class full)
Phlebotomy Technician Pre-Certification Program (Registration closed, class full)
Technology Series
Learn a new computer skill through this series of workshops.
Create high quality web graphics
Do you wish your website had higher quality graphics? Do the images appear distorted? The quality of the images and graphics on your website can make the difference between a ho-hum site, and one that really “clicks.” In many cases producing quality images is just a matter of applying a few simple principles and techniques. The goal of this course is to learn the key Photoshop techniques for creating optimal Web graphics. The instructor will introduce a concise approach to choosing the correct image format, sizing images, and the basics of sharpening and color correction. (CED 071 701)
Instructor: Mark Holberg / Cost: $40
Saturday, September 25, 2010 / 9:00 a.m. - noon
Microsoft Publisher
Learn the basics of desktop publishing using Microsoft Publisher 2003. See how this application can be used to create flyers, brochures, cards and a multitude of other published projects. Create from its various templates or start from scratch with your own imaginative project. (Note: the use of a Pen/Thumb drive is highly recommended but not required). (CED 017 701)
Instructor: Gregory McBroom / Cost: $40
Wednesday, September 29, 2010 / 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Computer Basics
This workshop is designed for those without any computer experience. Learn the fundamentals of computer operation, the Internet, e-mail, basic letter creation and word processing, myths and reality about security, and choosing a computer. (CED 031 701)
Instructor: Kathy Doe / Cost: $90
Wednesdays, October 13-27, 2010 / 1:00 - 4:30 p.m.
Intro to Word
Not familiar with word processing? Are you ready to create a paper, letter, or memo? You’ll learn how to use Word to create a document that effectively and professionally represents what you want to say. In our computer lab you will work hands-on to familiarize yourself with the technology and to integrate specialized text, graphics and/or photos into your final creation. (CED 054 701)
Instructor: Kathy Doe / Cost: $50
Saturday, October 16, 2010 / 1:00 - 4:30 p.m.
Intro to Excel 2007
Learn Microsoft Excel at an easy and understandable pace. Starting with the basics you’ll learn how to turn Excel into your most powerful productivity tool. You’ll learn many new ways to use this spreadsheet application to succeed in school and work situations. Create a database, learn sorting and alphabetizing. Learn how to create data filters, find records, password protect files, customize and toolbars. Move Excel worksheets to Word and Word documents to Excel. (CED 007 701)
Instructor: Kathy Doe / Cost: $100
Mondays, October 18-November 8, 2010 / 1:00 - 4:30 p.m.
How to use your Blackberry or other PDA
Blackberry, Palm, Windows Mobile, Droid, and Apple - How Smart phones makes me smarter. Learn the differences of each of these devices and tips/tricks to make them work for you. For new smart phone users, or those interested in getting a personal digital assistant. (CED 008 701)
Instructor: Pat McGuire / Cost: $40
Tuesday, November 2, 2010 / 9:00 a.m. - noon
Computer Basics
This workshop is designed for those without any computer experience. Learn the fundamentals of computer operation, the Internet, e-mail, basic letter creation and word processing, myths and reality about security, and choosing a computer. (CED 031 702)
Instructor: Gregory McBroom / Cost: $90
Saturdays, November 6-20, 2010 / 1:00 - 4:30 p.m.
Outlook & Calendaring 2007
Microsoft Office 2007 offers a variety of features including outlook calendar. You’ll learn about the features associated with outlook and how to use it to schedule meetings and events with internal and external groups. (CED 011 701)
Instructor: Seth Crimmins / Cost: $40
Monday, November 8, 2010 / 9:00 a.m. - noon
Intro to Excel 2007
Learn Microsoft Excel at an easy and understandable pace. Starting with the basics you’ll learn how to turn Excel into your most powerful productivity tool. You’ll learn many new ways to use this spreadsheet application to succeed in school and work situations. Create a database, learn sorting and alphabetizing. Learn how to create data filters, find records, password protect files, customize and toolbars. Move Excel worksheets to Word and Word documents to Excel. (CED 007 702)
Instructor: Gregory McBroom / Cost: $100
Mondays, November 8-29, 2010 / 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Intro to Power Point
This non-credit workshop is for the person who wants to learn the skills necessary to harness the easy to use Microsoft PowerPoint software to make a presentation in class or at work. Emphasis is placed on learning the software vs. presentation skills. A thumb drive or pen drive is needed to save your work for this class. (CED 027 701)
Instructor: Gregory McBroom / Cost: $40
Monday, December 6, 2010 / 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.