2014 KCC Continuing Ed classes September - December

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INSIDE:Computer skills

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Online Class Info Pages 8-10

Professional Development Pages 11-23

Personal Enrichment Pages 25-28

Adult Education & GED Preparation

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KCC NON-DEGREE CLASSES

September – December 2014

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We’ll help you get there!Registration form ................................................................................................... 4 Registration and other information ........................................................................ 5Computer skills ...................................................................................................6-7Online class information ...................................................................................8-10Professional development ..............................................................................11-23Personal enrichment ......................................................................................25-28Adult Education & GED preparation ..............................................................29-31

Professional development creditKankakee Community College is an approved sponsor of continuing education for nurses; respiratory care practitioners; nursing home administrators; social workers; public accountants; licensed professional counselor/clinical counselor; athletic trainers; funeral directors and embalmers; physical therapists; occupational therapists; dieticians; and cosmetologists by the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation.

Certification credit for teachersKankakee Community College has been approved by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) to provide professional development training for teachers in Illinois. Continuing education units (CEUs) and continuing professional development units (CPDUs) are listed with other course information. Teachers wishing to receive CEUs or CPDUs must indicate so at the time of registration.

Class selection and suggestionsContinuing Education & Career Services strives to offer a large and varied selection of educational opportunities. This booklet is filled with your favorite classes and many new ones. Don’t forget that classes and workshops are being coordinated and scheduled throughout each semester. Contact our office at 815-802-8207 to check for the most current listing of classes and/or to recommend further classes. We listen to your suggestions and try to offer the classes that have been requested.

This publication does not constitute a contract between Kankakee Community College and its students, either collectively or individually. Course changes, modifications of fees, and other changes may occur after this publication has been printed and before these changes can be incorporated in a later edition. For this reason, the college does not assume a contractual obligation with its students for the contents of this publication.

Every effort is made to ensure that instructors are knowledgeable in the subject that they are instructing. The views, opinions and beliefs of the instructors do not necessarily reflect the opinions of KCC.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTIONKCC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and complies with applicable federal and state laws prohibiting discrimination, including Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 540 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. It is the policy of the college that no person on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, creed, religion, color, marital or parental status, veteran status, age, national origin, political affiliation and/or beliefs, mental or physical handicap or disability shall be discriminated against. This includes, but is not limited to admissions, employment, financial assistance, placement, recruitment, educational programs, or activities. Lack of English skills is not a barrier to admission and participation in educational programs.

Inquiries or complaints may be addressed to David Cagle, Affirmative Action officer; Julia Waskosky, Title IX coordinator; or Kim Harpin, Section 504 coordinator; Kankakee Community College, 100 College Drive, Kankakee, IL 60901-6505; 815-802-8100. TTY users may phone 711. Outside of Illinois, dial 1-800-526-0844.

Waskosky, the Title IX coordinator, ensures that the college is in compliance with the federal law by handling complaints, answering questions, organizing information and relevant statistics and staying informed regarding laws which affect these areas.

Harpin, the Section 504 coordinator, coordinates the college’s services/programs for disabled student/staff populations that allow access to education.

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Date received: Initials:

Service fee: IDT:

Method of payment:

Check no.: Cash:

❑ MasterCard® ❑ Visa® ❑ Discover Card®

Are you a legal resident* of KCC District 520?❑ Yes ❑ No *Consult current KCC catalog for residency policy

U.S. citizenship status (Choose only one.)❑ U.S. citizen❑ Not U.S. citizen, but permanent resident. Provide home country of origin Please attach a photocopy of your Alien Registration Card.❑ Not U.S. citizen, but in U.S. on a visa. Provide home country of origin Please attach a photocopy of your Alien Registration Card.❑ Not U.S. citizen, not in U.S. on a visa. Provide home country of origin

Are you Hispanic or Latino? (or, are you of Spanish origin?)❑ Yes, Hispanic or Latino ❑ Not Hispanic or Latino

Are you from one or more of the following racial groups? (Select all that apply.)❑ American Indian or Alaskan Native❑ Asian❑ Black or African-American

Student’s signature: Date:❑ Check enclosed, payable to Kankakee Community College.❑ Please bill my company. A purchase order or voucher is attached.❑ Please charge my credit card for the fees indicated above: ❑ MasterCard® ❑ Visa® ❑ Discover Card®

Card no.: Exp. date: Security code (3-digit code on back of card):

In case of emergency, contact: Phone:

The following items are requested for state reporting. No individuals will be identified.

CIRCLE ONE: male/female Veteran of active duty military service: ❑ Yes ❑ No Do you speak English fluently? ❑ Yes ❑ NoAre you disabled? ❑ No ❑ Yes—impairment: ❑ Vision ❑ Hearing ❑ Speech ❑ Mobility (wheelchair: ❑ Yes ❑ No) Are you academically disadvantaged? ❑ Yes ❑ No Are you economically disadvantaged? ❑ Yes ❑ No Are you a single parent? ❑ Yes ❑ NoAre you a displaced homemaker? ❑ Yes ❑ No Are you concurrently enrolled at another college? ❑ Yes ❑ No

Educational intent:❑ Improve skills for my present job❑ Prepare for a future job immediately after attending the community college

Last high school attended: Name City State

❑ Graduated H.S. ❑ Completed GED ❑ Still in high school (graduation year) mo. day yr. mo. day yr. mo. day yr.

Registration FormKCC OFFICE OF CONTINUING EDUCATION & CAREER SERVICES

100 College Drive • Kankakee, IL 60901-6505 • 815-802-8207 • FAX: 815-802-8201Unless noted in the course description, registration deadline is seven business days before the course begins. See Page 5 for registration options.

Today’s date: / / Registration for which term: Fall 20____ Spring 20____ Summer 20____

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Street address: ❑ Home ❑ Business

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E-mail address (required for online courses):*Once received, your Social Security number (SSN) will be replaced by a random seven digit ID number, which will be considered your college ID.Your SSN will be stored in a single secured location as required by college policy and will not be used for internal college business.

❑ ISBE CPDU credit requested.

Course Prefix Course No. Course Section Course Title Start Date Fee

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Highest degree previously earned:❑ GED❑ H.S. diploma❑ Certificate❑ Associate degree❑ Bachelor’s degree❑ Master’s degree❑ First professional degree❑ Doctoral degree❑ Other❑ None

Employment status:❑ Full-time❑ Part-time over 15 hrs. per week❑ Part-time 15 hrs. or less per week❑ Homemaker❑ Unemployed❑ Other

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Please identify your primary racial/ethnic group. (Select one.)❑ American Indian or Alaskan Native❑ Asian❑ Black or African-American❑ Hispanic or Latino

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Other registration/class information

5 ways toregister …OnlineVisit www.kcc.edu/comejoinusIf you register online, you must pay by credit card (Visa®, MasterCard® and Discover® accepted.)

MailComplete the attached registration form and return it along with full payment to Continuing Education & Career Services, Kankakee Community College, 100 College Drive, Kankakee, IL 60901. Do not mail cash.

FaxComplete the attached registration form and fax it to 815-802-8201, ATTN: Continuing Education & Career Services. If you register by fax, you must pay by credit card (Visa®, MasterCard® and Discover® accepted) or purchase order.

In personComplete the registration form and bring it to Student Services on the second floor at KCC. Payment may be made at that time. In-person registration is open 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Fridays. (KCC is closed most Fridays in May, June and July)

PhoneCall 815-802-8207. Have your credit card number (Visa®, MasterCard® and Discover® accepted) or a purchase order ready. The TTY number within Illinois is 711. Phone registration hours are 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. (KCC is closed most Fridays in May, June and July)

NOTE: Register for online classes by phone (815-802-8207) or email [email protected].

General informationIf you have questions about our courses, please phone Grace Conway at 815-802-8207 or email [email protected]. Unless noted otherwise, participants must be at least 16 years of age.

Pre-registrationPre-registration is required. Registrations are processed on a first-come, first-served basis. Due to minimum enrollment requirements, you are encouraged to sign up at least seven business days before the first session. In all classes except online classes, once the minimum enrollment requirement is met, registrations will be accepted until the start date if space is available. For online classes, the registration deadline is one week before the class begins.

Registering a friend or co-workerYou may register yourself and others. A separate form (or online registration) must be submitted for each person. Information required for each person – such as address, birth date and Social Security number – must be included.

Registration confirmationKCC will send a confirmation of registration if it is requested. The confirmation will include a receipt, your beginning and end course dates, classroom location and any additional information.

Waiting listsIf the class you want to take is full, ask to be placed on a waiting list. If another class is opened, you will be contacted.

Instructor absencesInstructors rarely miss classes, but if a session is unexpectedly canceled, every effort will be made to call you. However, since this often happens on short notice, a sign will be posted at the class location.

Weather cancellationsWhen KCC campus closes due to inclement weather, Continuing Education and Career Services classes are postponed. Classes canceled due to weather will be rescheduled. Visit www.kcc.edu/emergencynotifications for information on notifications.

Cancellation policyIf a class must be canceled by KCC, those who have enrolled will receive full refunds. The college will make every attempt to notify participants in advance of cancellations. Refunds from credit card payments will be made in the form of a credit to the cardholder’s account.

Withdrawal policyParticipants may withdraw and receive full refunds, minus a $3 service fee, until two working days before the first session of class. After that point, no refunds will be given. Withdrawals are accepted by phone at 815-802-8207, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

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Computer SkillsBeginning iPhone/iPadThis class is ideal for new Apple users. You’ll learn how to set up and use an iPhone or iPad/iPod. Soon after, you can use it to make your life easier, more efficient and fun. We’ll cover basic features and functions including activating a new device, installing iTunes, setting up and syncing the device, configuring iCloud, setting up email accounts, downloading and arranging apps, and rebooting. Bring your device to class. Instructor: Jennifer Irigoyen.

Monday, Oct. 276-9 p.m. • KCC Room D151LECT 9150.Q13 • $22

Android DevicesLearn to utilize all the features your android phone or tablet offers. Topics will be setting up your phone, features, configuring email accounts, finding and installing apps, sharing files, connecting to Wi-Fi, maximizing battery life, personalizing your device, and setting up security. This session is ideal if you own or are thinking of buying an android phone or tablet. Bring your android device to class. Instructor: Jennifer Irigoyen.

Wednesday, Nov. 126-9 p.m. • KCC Room D151MICR 9020.Q13 • $22

QuickBooks 2012 Level I QuickBooks is designed with small business owners in mind. This hands-on course allows participants to learn and practice QuickBooks features. You will leave with resource materials. Instructor: Sue Legris.

Class note: Prerequisite is Introduction to Microsoft Windows or equivalent experience.

Mondays & Wednesdays, Sept. 22 to Oct. 297-9 p.m. • KCC Room D121DAPR 341G.Q13$190, includes text.

Our instructorJennifer IrigoyenJennifer Irigoyen makes the learning experience fun for all attendees. She has a passion for technology and can talk about technical processes in a way everyone can

understand. A veteran of the information technology field for more than 20 years, Irigoyen has a wide range of knowledge including web design, computer programming, virtualization, network security, and PC diagnostics and repair. She also is knowledgeable about the latest tech trends and products. Irigoyen is a computer programmer II for the Information Technology Services Department at KCC and also has taught at Joliet Junior College. She has several Microsoft Certifications, a bachelor’s degree in information technology from Franklin University in Columbus, Ohio, and is pursuing a master’s degree in management information systems at Governors State University in University Park.

Computer class note: Because of the amount of content covered in such a short time, you must attend the first session of your computer course. If you have a conflict, please call Grace Conway at 815-802-8207 to learn about other enrollment options.


Introduction to Microsoft Windows 7 Learn the fundamentals of the Windows 7 operating system, including using My Computer; working with folder hierarchies; creating and managing files and folders; working with removable media, such as flash drives, CDs and DVDs; using basic applications such as WordPad and Paint; and customizing the Windows desktop using Control Panel. Instructor: Kris Condon.

Class note: Prerequisite is Introduction to PCs or equivalent experience. 8 ISBE CPDUs available to Illinois teachers.

Tuesday & Thursday, Sept. 2 & 45:30-9:30 p.m. • KCC Room D122 DAPR 364A.Q13$125, includes text.

Tuesday & Thursday, Dec. 9 & 115:30-9:30 p.m. • KCC Room D122 DAPR 364A.Q23$125, includes text.

Introduction to Microsoft Word 2010 Learn how to efficiently use the Word window; edit documents; move and copy text; distinguish between character and paragraph formatting; create and manage tables; control page layout features—including headers and footers, margins, and page breaks; and proof and print documents. Microsoft Office Specialist examination objectives will be covered. Instructor: Kris Condon.

Class notes: Prerequisite is Introduction to Microsoft Windows or equivalent experience. 8 ISBE CPDUs available to Illinois teachers.

Tuesday & Thursday, Sept. 9 & 115:30-9:30 p.m. • KCC Room D122 DAPR 333A.Q13 $125, includes text.

Thursdays • Oct. 23 & 305:30-9:30 p.m. • KCC South Extension Center, Watseka, Room SE04DAPR 333A.F13$125, includes text.

Intro to Web DesignLearn what it takes to makes a good website including: load time, navigation, layout, color schemes as well as how to design your own website. Basic computer knowledge required for this class. This seminar will cover HTML programming basics, WYSIWYG editor, Cascading Style Sheets, pre-made design sites, as well as domain name registration. This class is intended for people with computer experience, but new to designing a website. Instructor: Jennifer Irigoyen.

Monday & Wednesday, Nov. 3 & 56-9 p.m. • KCC Room D121LECT 9715.Q13 • $59

Computer Skills

Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2010 Topics in this course include understanding the Excel window, entering and editing data, modifying and formatting worksheets, using functions, choosing printing options, creating charts, and using the basic web capabilities of Excel. Microsoft Office Specialist examination objectives will be covered. Instructor: Kris Condon.


Tuesday & Thursday, Sept. 23 & 255:30-9:30 p.m. • KCC Room D122 DAPR 332A.Q13$125, includes text.

Thursdays, Nov. 6 & 135:30-9:30 p.m. • KCC South Extension Center, Watseka, Room SE04DAPR 332A.F13$125, includes text.

Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint 2010Topics include an overview of the PowerPoint window, building new presentations and formatting slides, using drawing tools and graphics, working with tables and charts, modifying presentations, working with the Slide Master, and proofing and delivering presentations. Microsoft Office Specialist examination objectives will be covered. Instructor: Kris Condon.


Tuesday & Thursday, Dec. 2 & 45:30-9:30 p.m. • KCC Room D122DAPR 339A.Q13$125, includes text.

MOS PrepIf you’re interested in Microsoft Office certification for on-the-job advancement or for KCC college credit, this workshop is for you. This session gives you an overview of the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) exam objectives in each of the available applications (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, or Outlook). You’ll also get hands-on experience with Certiprep® testing software, approved by Microsoft as a study tool for the MOS exams, and you will leave with a custom study guide including areas for continued preparation.

Class note: Participants are expected to have at least intermediate-level knowledge of the Microsoft application they plan to test.

Tuesday, Nov. 45:30-9:30 p.m. • KCC Room D122 MICR 9006.Q13$62, includes text.

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Professional DevelopmentForklift Train-the-TrainerLearn how to inform, train and evaluate new or experienced forklift operators in order to meet Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) code. You will receive training materials, sample tests, and numerous handouts to help train forklift operators. Topics will include: required knowledge base for trainers; specific lift truck-related safety topics; workplace-related safety topics; documentation of training; and driver’s skills evaluation process. This course does not include forklift driving. It will help your trainer design the skills component of your in-house drivers’ training to meet OSHA code. Instructor: Gilbert Velez.Wednesday, Nov. 198 a.m. - noon • KCC Room D123OSHA 9050.A13$199, includes teaching materials

OSHA 10 Hour This course will introduce you to the OSHAct and OSHA’s general industry standards. It is based on the OSHA 501 seminar and materials used at the Federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration Training Institute. Topics include: how to apply specific OSHA safety and health standards, policies and procedures to your workplace; how to use the OSHA regulations to establish or supplement an effective safety and health program; and how to identify common OSHA violations and propose appropriate corrective actions. Seminar materials include a manual with outlines of the OSHAct and the standards.

Class notes: This seminar is intended for employers who do not have safety/health professionals on staff and for re-training of existing staff at larger companies. Participants will receive certification upon completion.

Wednesday, Nov. 5, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. & Thursday, Nov. 6, 8 a.m. - noon KCC Room D124MNFG 324D.A13 $145, includes materials.

IndustryElectrical Safety Awareness NFPA 70E QualifiedThis workshop in advanced electrical awareness is designed to provide electrical safety certification for employees who require the skills, knowledge and abilities to work safely in an environment of energized electrical equipment. It fulfills the OSHA mandate stated in 29CFR 1910 for electrical safety training for “qualified” personnel who work on energized circuits.

Phone 802-8202 to discuss scheduling options.

Hazwoper Refresher TrainingThis one-day workshop is for those who must meet the HAZWOPER refresher training requirements. It is designed for emergency responders who will be participating in the defensive actions at the scene of an uncontrolled release of hazardous materials. Instructor: Paul Seidlitz.

Wednesday, Oct. 228 a.m. - 5 p.m. • KCC Room D123MNFG 327A.A13$125, includes materials.

Electrical Safety Awareness NFPA 70E Non-QualifiedThis four-hour workshop provides an understanding of electricity and focuses on increased awareness and presentation of industrial and home accidents. This course is designed for all employees. Instructor: Paul Seidlitz.

Wednesday, Oct. 88 a.m. - noon • KCC Room D124OSHA 9020.A13 • $60


Professional Development

FREE! Breakfast Bonus Series

Breakfast BonusLearn about how training in 5S and Six Sigma can benefit your bottom line. Join us for two free Breakfast Bonus sessions. There is no fee to attend, but registration is required. With enough interest, KCC will offer the entire curriculum as open enrollment courses.

5SLearn about how a comprehensive 5S training and implementation can help organize, clean, develop and sustain a productive work environment. The 5S program is a method to develop and implement a focused approach to address these work area issues:

• Space is crowded with parts and tools• Unneeded items are stacked between workers• Excess inventory on the floor• Excess items and equipment make it difficult to improve process flow• Equipment is dirty and a collection point for miscellaneous materials• Needed equipment such as tools are difficult to find.• Also discussed, 6S (safety) and 7S (security).

Tuesday, Aug. 198-9 a.m. • KCC Room D123OSHA 9030.A13FREE, but registration is required.

Lean Six SigmaIndividuals and industries that are interested in the concepts of continuous improvement, reducing waste, improving customer satisfaction, and increasing their value should attend this Breakfast Bonus. You can learn about the concepts and delivery methods in KCC’s Lean Six Sigma course. Using a blended learning design, students in can earn certifications such as executive or champion for organizational support and white through master black belt for conducting projects and implementing improvements. The training is through visually eye-catching online modules and instructor-led sessions.

Tuesday, Sept. 168-9 a.m. • KCC Room D123OSHA 9100.A13FREE, but registration is required.

*FREE Lecture* Game Changer Leadership: A Framework for Synergy, Simplicity and SuccessThe role of the leader in today’s global marketplace is filled with complementary and conflicting ideas, thoughts, theories and opinions that are changing faster than ever before. This rapid change is a testimonial to the world’s ability to communicate knowledge and share ideas at a ferocious rate. If we, as leaders, do not keep up with this pace, we will not be able to bring maximum value to the business and will get leap-frogged by the competition. This session will share a Game Changer Framework that takes a large assortment of ideas and draws them together into one picture. Learn how to think about your leadership role for achieving “Synergy through Simplicity, for Success” now and into the future. This lecture is sponsored by KCC’s Business and Technology Division. Presenter: Kathie Topel.

Wednesday, Oct. 14:30-5:30 p.m. • KCC Iroquois RoomFREERegistration is required by calling 815-802-8207.

Our instructor Kathie Topel

Business strategist and author of the successful leadership book POWERSHIP®; Kathie Topel is an founder of IMPACTinsights. Topel has first-hand experience imple-menting corporate organizational change strategies including finan-

cial balance, strategic growth and company-wide motiva-tion within the information technology, consulting, manu-facturing, airline, logistics, automotive, and supply chain industries. Topel understands what it takes to run a busi-ness in today’s world and has helped numerous organiza-tions including United Airlines, McDonald’s, Kraft Foods, Johnson Controls, Horace Mann and Cabot Microelectron-ics achieve maximum results. As an innovative leader and recognized international speaker, Topel presents on topics such as leadership, strategy alignment, collaboration, in-novation and employee growth. She is known for delivering “take action” content, so her presentations consistently receive top marks on participant surveys. Breaking down complex ideas into simple executable steps, together with helping everyone in the organization to grow and garner the respect they deserve, is Topel’s professional passion.


Management Series

Strategies for Influencing OthersWhether it’s an innovative breakthrough or a simple process improvement, making it happen generally requires commitment from others in the organization. The best way to gain this commitment is to have a strategy for each stakeholder. This course shows leaders and individual contributors how to package ideas to win over even the most skeptical individuals. Participants learn strategies for effectively capturing people’s attention, transforming their perspectives, and gaining their commitment to taking action. Instructor Maribeth Hearn.

Wednesday, Sept. 178 a.m. - noon • KCC Room D124 SUPR 9000.A13$145, includes materials.

Building Winning PartnershipsThis course helps leaders identify their role in establishing alliances among work groups, management, customers and suppliers. It will include how to establish effective partnerships to meet customer needs by developing strategies for gaining people’s commitment to working together. Instructor Maribeth Hearn.

Wednesday, Oct. 88 a.m. - noon • KCC Room D123 SUPR 9010.A13$145, includes materials.

Fostering InnovationWhat can frontline leaders do to foster innovation in the workplace? This course provides a practical approach with tools and techniques to help leaders and their teams think differently about how they work and to help you generate new ideas that add value to your organization and customers. You will learn how to test the best new ideas quickly, use the insights gained along the way, mobilize resources and advocate for needed innovations. Instructor Maribeth Hearn

Wednesday, Nov. 58 a.m. - noon • KCC Room D123 SUPR 9020.A13$145, includes materials.


Career Services & Professional DevelopmentTraining for the Trainer Whether you are preparing to be a professional trainer, or you are someone who does a bit of training as a part of your job, you’ll want to prepare for the training you do. Learn to create and deliver engaging, compelling workshops that will encourage your participants to come back for more. The best trainers make thorough preparation, exciting presentation, and complete follow-up seem effortless. Learn how to determine what your employees’ training needs are; build simple training outlines and handouts to use; find creative ways of teaching skills; and evaluate whether the training was a success. Instructor: Kris Condon.

Thursdays, Aug. 28, Sept. 4, 11 & 181-5 p.m. • KCC Room D123BSNS 313D.A13$199, includes materials

Spanish Interpretation: LegalInterpreters are needed in public service areas throughout the state. Clients unable to communicate in English or with limited English proficiency often cannot gain access to services and are at considerable risk for receiving inappropriate services because of the language barrier. Participants will learn courtroom oriented interpretation skills. Instructor: Lupita Sorich.

Class note: Participants must be fluent in both English and Spanish before enrollment.

Mondays, Sept. 22 to Oct. 276-9 p.m. • KCC Room D124 SPAN 352D.Q13$249, includes materials.

Grant WritingEarning grant money is highly competitive, and very important in program and capital projects for non-profits and tax-supported agencies. You will learn about the variety of funders and where to find them; key requirements funders have; emerging trends in grant making; how an organization or agency must position itself for successful grant seeking; critical thinking before writing a proposal; effective methods to project and measure outcomes; and the six components of a winning proposal. Upon completion, you will have a greater chance of success in presenting the needs of the people you serve and of receiving the funding needed to be successful. Instructor: Marcia Reed-Woodard.

Thursday, Nov. 69 a.m. - 4 p.m. • KCC Room D123MGMT 308A.A13$89, includes materials.


It’s a good timeto start a businessCome learn what it takes.We offer FREE and low-cost assistance.

Whether you are starting a home-based business, a retail store, a large enterprise with a number of employees or a technology-based company, our business consultants will help you out. The Small Business Development Center welcomes owners, managers or pre-venture entrepreneurs thinking of starting or expanding a business in Illinois.

SBDC ServicesHere’s a partial list of services to assist you:• Developing a new business• Buying an existing business• Expanding a current business• Troubleshoot problems with your current business

Pre-Business WorkshopFor just $10, this seminar will provide first-hand advice on what to expect when starting a small business. Bring your questions and learn about free services to assist you in your business venture. Pre-Business Workshops will be offered on Sept. 24, Oct. 23, Nov. 25 & Dec. 16. For more information, see Page 13.

The Illinois Small Business Development Center at KCC is part of a statewide network of small business resource providers, collaborating with the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic opportunity, the U.S. Small Business Administration and the Service Corps of Retired Executives.

The SBDC office is located at the KCC North Extension Center, 450 N. Kinzie Ave., Bradley. For an appointment or more information, contact Ken Crite email [email protected] or phone 815-802-8222.

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Small Business Development Center – SBDC

NEW! Small Business Basics: The Entrepreneur and the OpportunityUnderstand the basics of managing a small business, skills and resources needed for success, and how to assess the business idea. Practice defining the opportunity with a Business Model. Learn about ownership, incorporating, and using your numbers to grow profits. Design your own roadmap to turn the idea into reality. Get the step-by-step sequence of launch activities.

Tuesday, Sept. 23 • 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.Governors State University Room TBASBDC 9150.F13$90

NEW! Competitive Analysis and Sales Forecast (The Business Plan)Learn the components of the Business Plan. Write your business description, and assess your customer needs and your value vs. the competition. Choose your differentiation and positioning. Learn how to forecast sales, outline your operations, and structure your financial forecast.

Tuesday, Sept. 30 • 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.Governors State University Room TBASBDC 9160.F13$90

NEW! Finding FinancingPractice using cash flow to find how much financing you need. Learn sources of financing and types of lenders and loans. Assess your own attractiveness as a borrower. Understand types of investors, from family to angels to crowdfunding, and then develop your own financing plan.

Tuesday, Oct. 7 • 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.Governors State University Room TBASBDC 9170.F13$90

The KCC Small Business Development Center has moved.

New locationKCC Small Business Development Center

KCC North Extension Center • 450 N. Kinzie Ave., Bradley

For more information: KCC.edu/SBDCKen Crite, coordinator of the Small Business Development Center

815-802-8222 • [email protected]

NEW! MarketingLearn to design your product, pricing, distribution plan, and communications to support your differentiation and positioning. Practice designing product bundles and a product roadmap. Choose a pricing structure and level to fit your product’s value. Select marketing communications tools, and design an integrated campaign.

Tuesday, Oct. 21 • 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.Governors State University Room TBASBDC 9180.F13$90

Pre-Business Workshop This seminar will provide first-hand advice on what to expect when starting a small business. Bring your questions and learn about free services to assist you in your business venture. Instructor: Ken Crite Wednesday, Sept. 246-8 p.m. • KCC North Extension Center Room N114SBDC 9000.Q23 • $10

Thursday, Oct. 243-5 p.m. • KCC North Extension Center Room N114SBDC 9000.A13 • $10

Tuesday, Nov. 256-8 p.m. • KCC North Extension Center Room N114SBDC 9000.Q43 • $10 Tuesday, Dec. 166-8 p.m. • KCC North Extension Center Room N114SBDC 9000.Q53 • $10

Record Keeping for Small Business If you run a small business, you are invited to attend this seminar to learn how to get your business financial affairs in order. Topics will include finding files and records and perfecting a bookkeeping system. You will learn how to set up and use a manual bookkeeping system; the advantages of using computer software to track expenses; basic record keeping requirements for payroll; setting up a filing system that works; and understanding basic terms that bankers and accountants use. Instructor: Susan Legris, C.P.A. Tuesday, Nov. 186-8 p.m. • KCC North Extension Center Room N114SBDC 9006.Q13$40, includes materials.


Moving Your Business to the Next Level This seminar will provide professional advice on what to expect after starting your small business. Bring your questions and get insight on taking your business to the next level. Learn strategies for marketing, business growth, target marketing, maximizing return on investments, balanced growth and more. Instructor: Brian Nelson.

Thursday, Nov. 6 6-9 p.m. • KCC North Extension Center Room N114SBDC 9040.Q13$25

Social Media 101In just a few short hours, this information-packed seminar will give an overview of the essential strategies and best practices a business or organization should understand to successfully get started with social media marketing. Instructor: Tammy Finch.

Thursday, Sept. 181-3 p.m. • KCC Room D121LECT 9046.A13 • $25

Wednesday, Nov. 53-5 p.m. • KCC North Extension Center Room N114LECT 9046.A23 • $25

Getting Started with WordPressWordPress runs approximately 22% of the Internet’s websites. In this seminar, you’ll learn why websites are important for your business. You’ll learn about hosting and domain names, costs and steps to set up using WordPress.org. There also will be hands-on training and much more. Instructor: Tammy Finch.

Thursday, Sept. 183-5 p.m. • KCC Room D121SBDC 9190.A13$50, includes WordPress users guide

Pinterest for BusinessesImage-based social media such as Pinterest is a brand-new animal, and a huge marketing opportunity for businesses of all sizes. But, Pinterest is different from, Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. In this presentation, entrepreneur, web designer, and Internet marketing authority Tammy Finch will show you everything you need to know to make Pinterest a focal point of your social media campaigns. You’ll learn how to make the most of your visual content, and how to turn pins into leads or customers.

Thursday, Sept. 185-7 p.m. • KCC Room D121SBDC 9110.Q13 • $25

How to Apply for a Small Business LoanInterested in small business financing? Find out what the bank will expect in your business proposal, how to properly prepare a small business loan proposal, and learn about free resources to assist you with the process.

Thursday, Oct. 96-8 p.m. • KCC North Extension Center Room N114SBDC 9002.Q13 • $10 Tuesday, Dec. 26-8 p.m. • KCC North Extension Center Room N114SBDC 9002.Q23 • $10

Training Opportunities for Cosmetologists

For registration and information: 815-802-8207

Cosmetologist Illinois is an independent association of salon professionals throughout Illinois. The #25 Bourbonnais CI Affiliate

holds continuing education seminars in conjunction with KCC.

Fall 2014 training: Monday, Sept. 8, 6:30-9 p.m. • KCC Room D151 2014-16 Induction of Officers Light Elegance Hard Gels - Presented by Jayne BergerMonday, Oct. 20, 6:30-9 p.m. • KCC Room D151Fight Back at Minerals-Malibu Clarifying Class - Presented by Monica Dickey & Malibu WellnessMonday, Nov. 10, 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. • KCC Room D151Fall Trends - Presented by Bridget Berggren and Sara Rabideau

All classes are subject to change.Membership information for Bourbonnais Association:

www.americasbeautyshow.com Facebook: Cosmetologists Illinois Bourbonnais

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Email Marketing Success with Constant ContactThis information-packed seminar will demonstrate how email marketing can really help drive business success. Participants will discover how communicating with customers regularly can help a small business stay connected, and generate increased referrals, repeat sales, and unwavering customer loyalty. Instructor: Tammy Finch.

Wednesday, Nov. 51-3 p.m. • KCC North Extension Center Room N114SBDC 9010.A13 • $25

NEW! Maintaining Your Small BusinessThis course will assist business owners and potential business owners in determining and finding their customer base, offering effective customer service, making financial investments, understanding legal issues, assessing profit/loss, and planning for the future of your business.

Tuesdays & Thursdays, Oct. 14, 16, 21 & 236-8 p.m. • KCC North Extension Center Room N114SBDC 9090.A13$50

Professional Development for healthcare, social service professionals and teachersMental Health First Aid co-sponsored with ThresholdsThis interactive course presents an overview of mental illness and substance use disorders, introduces risk factors and warning signs, and looks at common treatments. It is managed, operated, and disseminated by the National Council for Community Behavioral Healthcare, the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, and the Missouri Department of Mental Health. You will learn a five-step action plan to help individuals in crisis connect with appropriate care. The course is for primary care professionals, employers and business leaders, faith communities, school personnel and educators, state police and corrections officers, nursing home staff, mental health authorities, state policymakers, volunteers, young people, families and the general public. This training is offered in partnership with the Mental Health Committee of the partnership for a Healthy Community Initiative.

Class notes: 7 contact hours will be awarded to nurses, professional counselors/clinical counselors, and social workers. 7 CPDUs will be awarded to teachers. IAODAPCA contact hours have been applied for and are pending.

Tuesday, Sept. 308 a.m. - 5 p.m. • KCC Iroquois Room HLTH 586A.A13 $55, includes training materials, contact hours and lunch.

NEW! Hoarding DisordersThis training will provide a foundation for understanding hoarding disorder, an application of ambiguous loss theory to hoarding disorder, and discuss clinical implications of hoarding disorder. A healthy, collaborative, effective and financially feasible response to forced clean-outs will be discussed. Participants also will learn the impact of trauma on individuals who hoard, their family members, and communities. Treatment interventions are suggested. Instructor: Janet Yeats, the Hoarding Project.

Class note: 6 contact hours will be awarded to nurses, professional counselors/clinical counselors, and social workers.

Monday, Oct. 68:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. • KCC Iroquois Room HLTH 411A.A13$89, includes contact hours and materials.

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Our instructor Tammy FinchTammy Finch was selected as a Local Expert for Constant Con-tact® Inc., the trusted marketing advisor to more than 450,000 small organizations worldwide. As a local expert, Finch can pres-ent workshops on Social Media

Marketing Made Simple, Power of Email Marketing – Leveraging Social Media, Getting Started with Con-stant Contact to help small businesses and nonprofits achieve marketing success.

Five ways to register1. Go to www.kcc.edu/comejoinus; choose your class, click

submit and follow the instructions. If you register online, you must pay by credit card (Visa, MasterCard and Discover accepted).

2. Fax your completed registration form to 815-802-8201.

3. Mail your completed registration form to Kankakee CommunityCollege, Continuing Education and Career Services, 100 CollegeDrive, Kankakee, IL 60901.

4. Call 815-802-8200. Have the course number and your creditcard number or a purchase order number ready.

5. Visit KCC and bring your completed registration form toStudent Services on the second floor.

www.kcc.edu/comejoinus



NEW! Estrogen—Friend or Foe? Estrogen, the “female” hormone, has more than 300 functions in practically all body tissues—including the brain, the hypothalamus, the bones, the breasts, the uterus, the skin, the immune system, the clotting system, and even adipose tissue. Barb Bancroft will discuss the myriad of functions and correlate those functions with clinical examples, the role of estrogen in pregnancy, in puberty, in peri-menopause, as a replacement hormone post-menopause, and the role estrogen plays in autoimmune disease. This session is a must for all women interested in the role of estrogen in health and disease. Instructor: Barb Bancroft

Class notes: 6 contact hours will be awarded to nurses, social workers, physical therapists, occupational therapists, respiratory therapists and professional counselors/clinical counselors.

Thursday, Oct. 23 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. • KCC Iroquois RoomHLTH 412A.A13$89, includes materials and contact hours.

NEW! Advanced Dementia Care TopicsThis workshop will dive into the inner workings of the brain, what part of the brain is damaged when someone has dementia and how to pinpoint the deficits people with dementia struggle with daily. You will also build on communication techniques with hands-on practice and simulation. Instructor: Tami Neumann.

Class notes: 4 contact hours awarded to nurses, social workers, physical therapists, occupational therapists, respiratory therapists and professional counselors/clinical counselors.Friday, Nov. 149 a.m. - 2 p.m. • KCC Room D123WELL 9050.A13$55

NEW! Conversations in Customer CareIn this presentation, we will explore the conversations that helped to develop the skills and techniques that I write about in Share Your Message With The World, a compilation that is an international best seller. We will talk about listening completely, creating relationships and how social media can be used to empower, educate and share your message while improving customer care. This course was developed while working in the senior care industry with families during stressful and often scary situations. Instructor: Tami Neumann.

Class notes: 3 contact hours will be awarded to nurses, social workers, physical therapists, occupational therapists, respiratory therapists and professional counselors/clinical counselors.

Friday, Oct. 249 a.m. - noon • KCC Room D123WELL 9070.A13 $45

NEW! 3 Most Commonly Overlooked Warning Signs of Alzheimer's DiseaseThis presentation takes a look at the three most commonly overlooked warning signs of Alzheimer’s Disease and what steps to take if you feel that someone you love may have memory loss. Instructor: Tami Neumann.

Class notes: 1.5 contact hours awarded to nurses, nursing home administrations, social workers, and professional counselors/clinical counselors.

Friday, Sept. 1910:30 a.m. - noon • KCC Room D124WELL 9040.A13 $35

Our instructor Barb BancroftBarb Bancroft, RN, MSN, PNP, is a widely acclaimed national speaker, noted for her humorous, enter-taining and information-packed seminars. She is author of the

books Medical Minutiae, An Apple a Day – the ABCs of Diet and Disease and Live a Little, Laugh a Lot. Many people can conduct health seminars, or write books on health, but very few can make them both thoroughly informative and entertaining. Bancroft makes complex health topics easily understand-able and appealing. She has provided more than 2,000 educational and motivational seminars on clinical and health maintenance topics to healthcare professionals and corporations throughout the U.S. and Canada. Bancroft has been a regular speaker at KCC for more than 18 years.

Our instructor Tami NeumannTami Neumann, a certified dementia practitioner, speaker and author, also is host of Con-versations In Care, a radio pro-gram providing a collection of care programs including senior

health topics, Type 1 Diabetes and everything in between. Providing unique educational opportu-nities for families and professionals is the hall-mark of Neumann’s work. She has worked in the senior care industry for more than 15 years and has a passion for caring for those with dementia. The radio program Conversations In Care was launched in December 2012. It was nominated for three Wego Health Activist Awards during the first year on the air. Additionally, Neumann is president of the Midlothian Chamber of Com-merce and sits on the advisory board of JD No Limits.



CNA Re-Certification A process for those who are no longer on the Illinois Health Care Worker Registry.

4-steps to re-certify:1. Contact the Illinois Department of Public Health at 217-785-5133 or email [email protected] and ask if you are eligible to recertify. If yes, request a recertification packet.

2. Complete a fingerprint-based criminal history records check. Fingerprint background check cost varies based upon the IDPH-vendor the applicant chooses. Do not proceed to the next step until the criminal history check is successfully completed.

3. Schedule a date and time to complete the 21 manual skills test with an IDPH-approved evaluator. The cost for the 21 manual skills test is $199. To schedule a time, contact KCC’s Office of Continuing Education and Career Services at 815-802-8207. Upon successful completion of the manual skills test, IDPH will mail you a second packet to register for the written exam.

4. Register to take the written exam. The written exam fee is $65. To receive a list of dates for the written test, contact KCC’s Health Careers Division at 815-802-8800.

VisitCollegeCentral.com/kcc

For more info on CollegeCentral.com,

phone 815-802-8202.

Do you need qualified employees?

FREE SERVICES:• Advertise jobs and internships • Review resumes

• Post only once! Post job opportunities either with KCC exclusively or with the CCJobNet partnership of

11 northern Illinois community colleges.

Looking for a job?FREE SERVICES:

• Job opportunities postings

• Career exploration and planning

• Job board (located in KCC Workforce Development Center hallway)

NEW! Teaching Communication with Conscious InteractingMany children and adults with special needs have limited interpersonal communication skills. This workshop is designed for teachers, parents, therapists, social workers and counselors. Participants will learn to be more conscious of their own role in developing communication skills in others. It will focus on useful communication variety, effective non-verbal skills, and interpersonal responsiveness, respectfully recognizing underlying messages, and teaching communication skills that will support people across their lifetimes. Instructor: Barbara Doyle.Class notes: 6 contact hours will be awarded to nurses, social workers, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and professional counselors/clinical counselors. 6 ISBE CPDUs will be awarded to Illinois teachers.

Friday, Sept. 26, 20149 a.m. - 4 p.m. • KCC Iroquois RoomHLTH 393A.A13$89, includes materials and contact hours.

WANTED: Enthusiastic Instructors

Do you have a special skill or topic to share?

Instructors are needed to teach short-term continuing education

courses – day or evening

For more information, email [email protected] or phone 815-802-8206.

http://www.collegecentral.com/kcc/

Register online at www.kcc.edu/comejoinus

Highway Construction Careers Training Program

Funded by the Illinois Department of Transportation, administered by the Illinois Community College Board


NEW! At-Risk, Non-Traditional and First-Generation College Student Training This introductory, application-oriented training for youth, instructors and counselors includes four major components of working with at-risk, non-traditional, and first generation college students, or those thinking about college. Participants will develop a framework of learning and knowledge acquisition with trauma and how to use student engagement strategies to help students be successful. The goal of this interactive training is to increase the awareness and instructional effectiveness of instructors of students who are in foster care. Instructor: Courtney Plotts.

Class notes: 6.5 contact hours awarded to social workers and professional counselors/clinical counselors. 6.5 ISBE CPDUs awarded to Illinois teachers.

Friday, Nov. 148:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. • KCC Conference Hall HLTH 413A.A13$29, includes lunch.

Our instructor Courtney Plotts Courtney Plotts grew up in an emotionally, physically, and cogni-tively challenging household. After experiencing a sexual assault at age 11 and being incarcerated by the age of 13, Plotts was on the

path of life destruction. She had a learning disability which further complicated her academic success. Plotts graduated high school after two consecutive years of summer school. After a failed attempt of college and traveling the country, Plotts tried college again. Though she still faced educational and personal barriers, Plotts persevered and earned a bachelor’s de-gree in psychology and master’s degrees in education and psychology. She is currently completing a Ph.D. in psychology. Today, Plotts is chief executive of the Center for Academic Achievement for eCourseLogic, a low-cost college option for at-risk, non-traditional, and first generation college students. She also is chief executive of GSC Education Group, LLC. As a certified and highly qualified professional kindergarten through 12th grade teacher, and university-level instructor, Plotts uses a real-world approach to learning while meeting.

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Please call 815-802-8204 with workshop suggestions or if you can teach a nursing continuing education workshop.

About the programA Highway Construction Careers Training Program has been imple- mented to increase the number of minorities, women and disadvantaged individuals working on IDOT highway construction projects.

The training consists of an intensive 12-week tuition-free program to learn the skills necessary for acceptance into the highway construction trades and the opportunity for a career with high wage earning potential. This pre-apprenticeship training course includes, but is not limited to:• Math for the trades • Job readiness • Technical skills coursework • OSHA 10 certification

Career opportunities:• Laborers • Equipment operators • Ironworkers • Carpenters • Cement masons • Electricians • Plumbers • Painters • Inspectors & Testers

Contact:John Willard • [email protected] Construction Careers Training Program at KCC

Learn more at www.kcc.edu/hcctp

http://www.kcc.edu/hcctp


Chronological Resumes from Start to Finish Learn how to create a job objective that gets results and showcase your employment and educational background in a chronologically formatted resume. Great for people who are looking to move up in a career field.

Tuesday, Sept. 23:30-4:30 p.m. • KCC Room D123LECT 9034.A13FREE

NEW! Skills Resumes from Start to FinishLearn how to group your skills by function or task to emphasize your accomplishments. Great for people who are career changers, new graduates, or who have employment gaps.

Tuesday, Sept. 93:30-4:30 p.m. • KCC Room D123FREE • LECT 9034.A23

Write a Cover Letter That Gets NoticedLearn about the components of a successful cover letter. Tuesday, Sept. 163:30-4:30 p.m.KCC Room D123FREE • LECT 9052.Q13

Preparing for an Interview When You Have a RecordLearn the steps ex-offenders can take before interviews so they're ready to sell themselves as capable and dependable employees.

Tuesday, Sept. 233:30-4:30 p.m. • KCC Room D123FREE • LECT 9980.Q13

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These seminars lead to participants having a successful experience at the

Kankakee Community College Job Fair, 9 a.m. - noon, Thursday, Oct. 2.

Registration is required. Register online www.kcc.edu/comejoinus/. To register or for more information, phone 815-802-8207.

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Job Search boot camp

Free

Don't miss

the KCC Fall

Job Fair9 a.m. - noon

Thursday, Oct. 2

From Job Fair to Job OfferLearn how to prepare for, and get the most out of, KCC’s job fair.

Tuesday, Sept. 303:30-4:30 p.m. • KCC Room D123FREE • LECT 9057.Q13

I Have an Interview... Now What?Learn to prepare for a successful interview.

Thursday, Oct. 91-2 p.m. • KCC Room D123FREE • LECT 9035.Q13

How to Choose a Career You’ll determine what is important to you through discussion of values, interests, personality and skills. Determining what is important to you is a major step toward answering the question, “What kind of work do I want to do for the rest of my life?” Instructor: Emily Skelly. Wednesday, Oct. 221-2 p.m. • KCC Room D123FREE • LECT 9051.Q13

Career ExplorationThis course is for college students who have not committed to a college major and want to explore their options. Topics include a self-assessment, options for college majors and careers, non-traditional careers,and creating action plans. Instructor: Emily Skelly.

Mon. & Wed. • Nov. 3, 5, 10 & 121-2:30 p.m. • KCC Room D121FREE • LECT 9061.Q13

www.kcc.edu/comejoinus


Food Sanitation and SafetyThis course prepares individuals for the National Registry of Food Safety Professionals (NRFSP) exam, which is approved by the state of Illinois and the Conference for Food Protection. This certification is recognized nationwide and is valid for five years. The exam will be the last two hours of the second class.

Class note: Handouts can be picked up prior to the first class. After you pass the exam, the Illinois Department of Public Health will bill you an additional $35 for the state certification. Exam retakes are $35, with payment made prior to retake.

Tuesday, Aug. 26: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. &Friday, Aug. 29: 8 a.m. - noon KCC Room D123 HLTH 520A.A13$139, includes book.

Friday, Sept 12: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. &Friday, Sept. 19: 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.KCC Room D123HLTH 520A.A23$139, includes book.

Tuesday, Oct. 14: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. &Tuesday, Oct. 21: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.KCC Room D123HLTH 520A.A33$139, includes book.

Thursday, Dec. 11: 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. &Wednesday, Dec. 17: 8 a.m. - noonKCC Room D123HLTH 520A.A34$139, includes book.

New requirements for re-certification: As of July 1, 2014, the Illinois Department of Public Health will not accept a five-hour food sanitation refresher course for recertification. To comply with new requirements, complete the eight-hour Food Sanitation and Safety course and pass the exam every five years.


CertificationCPR Health Care ProviderThis course provides the information, training, demonstration and practice necessary to pass the CPR Health Care Provider written examination and perform adult, child and infant cardiopulmonary resuscitation acceptable to the American Heart Association (AHA). Instructor: Sheree Wertz.

Class notes: After successful completion, participants will receive an AHA certification card. No refunds are given after the registration deadline. Price includes the required textbook. Book should be picked up prior to first class.

Saturday, Sept. 68 a.m. - noon • KCC Room D123WELL 9006.K13 • $105

Wednesday, Oct. 85-9 p.m. • KCC Room D123WELL 9006.Q23 • $105

Saturday, Nov. 88 a.m. - noon • KCC Room D124WELL 9006.K23 • $105

Wednesday, Dec. 35-9 p.m. • KCC Room D123WELL 9006.Q33 • $105

Career Clothes ExchangeBring your resume for review and then select gently used career clothing to

wear at the Oct. 2 Job Fair.

Friday, Sept. 2611 a.m. - 2 p.m. • KCC Room D123

FREE • No Charge to AttendVarious styles and sizes available.

Quantities of some sizes may be limited.

Did you know that Career

Services offers:

• Job postings from area businesses • Reviews of your current resume• Resume templates for you to build your own resume• Free workshops to learn how to prepare for the interview process• Two job fairs each year

For more information, contact Mary Posing at

[email protected]

Register online at www.kcc.edu/comejoinus


Sponsored by KCC’s Office of Continuing Education & Career Services

For more information, contact the CDL office, 231 E. Broadway, Bradley, at 815-932-0211 or email [email protected]

Truck Driver Training

After training, you’ll be prepared for an entry-level position in the trucking industry.KCC’s Truck Driver Training program works with many trucking companies that will pre-hire students. The fact is, truck driving is one of the few occupations where students who complete training are almost certain to go to work immediately. Most students receive several job offers prior to completion of the program.

Register at any time. Full-time programs start every month. Part-time programs start every eight to 10 weeks. Training is scheduled around holidays and interruptions caused by weather or other unforeseen circumstances.

Program fee includes:• 120 hours of yard and road skills • 40 hours of classroom study• Illinois Secretary of State administered Class A road test

Topics include:• Department of Transportation rules and regulations• Log books • Map reading • Trip planning • Vehicle training

Enrollment options:• 4-week class—meets Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.• 8-week evening class—meets Monday through Friday, 6-10 p.m.

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Kankakee Community College

Meet representatives of businesses which are hiring. Gather information and make a great first impression that can help you gain employment!

For more information, phone 815-802-8206 or email [email protected].

Job fair website: www.kcc.edu/jobfair

Please dressprofessionally

Fall Job FairThursday,

Oct. 29 a.m. - noon

KCC College Center


Survey

Your Opinion Matters...Please take a few minutes to complete this survey to help us plan future programs.

Mail to: Continuing Education Office, 100 College Drive, Kankakee, IL 60901 The survey is online at https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/comejoinus

1. What kind of Professional Development courses are you interested in taking (check all that apply)

❏ Healthcare❏ Industry & Manufacturing❏ Social Services❏ Education❏ Human Resources❏ Management❏ Small Business Development❏ Computer & Technical❏ Non-Profit Management Would you like to suggest any specific course topics? ___________________________

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2. Do you work in a profession that requires continuing education units to remain current with your license?❏ Yes ❏ NoIf yes, please indicate your profession: ___________________________________________

3. The cost of courses varies depending on the topic and length of the class. What is an acceptable price range for Professional Development classes? ❏ $20-$35❏ $36-$50❏ $51-$75❏ $76-$90❏ $91-$120❏ $121+

4. What kind of Personal Development courses are you interested in taking? (check all that apply)

❏ Art & Crafts❏ Trips & Tours❏ Financial Planning❏ Writing & Publishing❏ Photography & Graphic Design❏ Foods & Cooking❏ Fitness & Exercise❏ Health & Well Being❏ Home Organization & Design❏ Historical Lectures❏ Computer & TechnicalWould you like to suggest any specific course topics? ___________________________

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5. The cost of courses varies depending on the topic and length of the class. What is an acceptable price range for Personal Development classes? ❏ $20-$35❏ $36-$50❏ $51-$75

6. Would you like to serve on a planning committee to assist with future course selections? ❏ Yes ❏ Noprovide your contact information and what type of courses you are interested in: ___________________________________________

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❏ $76-$90❏ $91-$120❏ $121+

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Christmas at Old OrchardDon’t miss out on this popular annual trip! Explore the beautiful open-air setting at Westfield Old Orchard Shopping Center, the premier shopping destination in Skokie, on Chicago’s North Shore. Highlights of the season can be found at the anchor stores of Bloomingdale’s, Nordstrom, Lord & Taylor and Macy’s. You’ll have 120 stores to choose from, including Chicago’s first Zara, L.L. Bean, Lacoste, Coach, Tiffany & Co., Apple, Crate & Barrel, Restoration Hardware and Williams-Sonoma. There also are a number of restaurants including the Cheesecake Factory.

Friday, Dec. 5Two departure points: KCC at 8:30 a.m.; and Country Inn and Suites in Manteno at 9 a.m. Leave Skokie at 5 p.m. TRAV 9010.F13$32, includes charter bus transportation.

Body SculptingThis class is a 30 minute blast of resistant training focusing on core and lower body. We will use bands and weights to sculpt your body. Wear workout clothes such as T-shirts, shorts, sweats and gym shoes. Locker rooms are available. Instructor: Yvonne Mills.

Mondays & Wednesdays • Sept. 8 to Dec. 1012-12:30 p.m. • KCC Room G107FITN 9000.A13 • $60


Personal enrichmentNEW! Festival of the VineJoin us for Geneva’s Festival of the Vine. This fall festival provides plenty of good wine, delicious food and fun galore! Taste wines from around the world, sample mouth-watering specialties at the Flavor Fare and shop for unique gifts at the Fine Arts and Crafts show. Plus, enjoy the unique shops and restaurants that this charming community has to offer.

Friday, Sept. 5Two departure points: KCC at 8 a.m.; and Country Inn and Suites in Manteno at 8:30 a.m. Leave Geneva at 3 p.m.TRAV 9040.F13 $32, includes charter bus transportation.

Illinois Hunter Safety CourseTo be eligible to purchase an Illinois hunting license, anyone born after Jan. 1, 1980 must be certified in hunter education. The Illinois Hunter Education Program safety course covers the basics of hunter responsibility and ethics, tree stand safety, firearms and ammunition, field safety, first aid, bow hunting, muzzle loading, wildlife conservation and identification, and state regulations. Instructor Mike Bronson.

Class notes: Bring only a pencil and a note pad. Manuals and handouts are provided by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources. After attendance at the minimum 10 hours of instruction and successfully completing the final examination, participants will receive a state of Illinois Certificate of Competency and a graduate patch.Youth under age 16 must be accompanied during the safety education course by an adult or guardian. Educational materials are written at a sixth-grade reading level.

Saturday, Aug. 23: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. &Saturday, Sept. 6: 9 a.m. - noonKCC Iroquois RoomLECT 9501.K13FREE, but registration is required and seating is limited.

Interested in teaching a personal enrichment

class, contact: [email protected]


The Four Agreements – A Self Transformational Workshop Leave behind self-limiting beliefs and create the experience of unconditional love and acceptance for yourself and your relationships. This course is a study of the book The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz and has been created to provide transformation tools to assist you in creating the life you were born to live. Each class will include a lecture and discussion. Time for participants to share and discuss ways to apply The Four Agreements to any challenging situation in life will also be included.

Class notes: please read The Four Agreements prior to class and bring a copy of the book to each class.

Wednesdays, Sept. 10 to Oct. 296:30-8 p.m. • KCC Room D123 (Room D124 on Oct. 8)LECT 8410.Q13 $79

Personal Enrichment

Time to MeditateMeditation is the art of relaxing and discovering one’s own inner being. Meditation can help us transform our day-to-day life into a better, more meaningful and more fulfilling existence. It can help us reduce stress and focus on what is important. Come prepared to practice and focus on your meditation skills during each class. Instructor: Sue Eggerton.

Tuesdays, Sept. 9 to 305:30-6:30 p.m. • KCC Room D124LECT 9041.Q13 • $35

Accessing and Trusting your IntuitionTapping into that special inner knowing we all have makes life easier, more abundant, and happier. Intuition is a natural ability. This course enables you to use your sixth sense to gain more self-confidence and live a better life.

Tuesdays, Sept. 9 to Oct. 147-9 p.m. • KCC Room D124MIND 9000.Q13 $79

New! Poetry and Creative WritingThe familiar comforts of life – a warm fire in winter, a lush garden in summer – become the settings for Jack Ridl’s poems in his book “Practicing to Walk Like a Heron” (available at KCC’s bookstore). In four class session, you’ll work with classmates as you explore poetry through study, discussion and creativity. A session with award winning Michigan poet Jack Ridl will highlight the course. Instructor: Penelope Stickney.

Wednesdays, Oct. 1 to 225:30-8 p.m. • KCC North Extension Center Room N200WRIT 9001.Q13 • $49

KCC’s Illinois Concealed Carry Permit

Training Course• 16 hour - classroom and fire range work included.• Ammunition, use of firearm, and range fees included.• Instructors are former law enforcement officers; NRA certified and approved to conduct Illinois Concealed Carry Firearms Training.• Weekend and weekday options.• Credit for prior training offered.

$131-$231 depending on credit for prior training

Important notes:Firearms Owner Identification (FOID) card required for enrollment. Additional registration requirements apply. To obtain an Illinois concealed carry permit, you must submit your course completion certificate along with other application materials to the Illinois State Police. Do not bring a firearm or ammunition to the college or to the range. Participants with prior training can reduce training time with proper proof. Course number: LAWF 372.

To register or for information: www.kcc.edu/concealedcarry

or phone 815-802-8209

LOW COST! Guest lecturer

Jack RidlJack Ridl recently retired after 37 teaching at Hope College in Holland, Mich. A favorite of students, Ridl was named “Michigan Professor of the Year” in 1996 by the Carnegie

Foundation; and he also was named the student body’s “Favorite Professor” in 2003. Ridl has published a number of poetry collections, including Practicing to Walk Like a Heron (2013), Losing Season (2009); and Broken Symmetry (2006).


Personal Enrichment

Turning 65: Medicare Parts A & B and Medicare Supplemental PlansThis informative program covers Medicare eligibility, enrollment and an overview of the benefits of Medicare Parts A and B. It also includes information on the standardized Medicare Supplemental plans and the benefit differences between each plan.

Friday, Sept. 1210-11:30 a.m. • KCC Room D124LECT 9018.A13Free, but registration is required.

NEW! Building the ConstitutionThe work of many minds, the U.S. Constitution stands as a model of cooperative statesmanship and the art of compromise. Join Willie Dixon as he discusses the initial stages of building our U.S. Constitution.Instructor: Willie Dixon.Wednesday, Sept. 17 10-11:30 a.m. • KCC Room D123LECT 9550.A13FREE, but registration is required.

NEW! The Civil Rights MovementThe sometimes forgotten history of the Civil Rights Movement and the landmark 1963 March on Washington will be the topic of this historical perspectives lecture led by Willie Dixon. Instructor: Willie Dixon.Wednesday, Oct. 1510-11:30 a.m. • KCC Room D123LECT 9560.A13FREE, but registration is required.

NEW! Special Effects MakeupThis three hour workshop demonstration is for beginners who want to explore the creative and exciting world of makeup effects and character creation. In a step-by-step format, the artist will focus on character creation, with the introduction of techniques and products used for aging, gore, stippling, creating dimension, prosthetics and “blocking the brows.” Products, recipes and their application will be discussed. Both professional and homemade products will be demonstrated including liquid latex, spirit gum, fake blood, grease paint, and more. This course will set you on your way to creating characters for Halloween, birthdays, and special events. Instructor: Jo Irigoyen.Wednesday, Oct. 86-9 p.m. • KCC Room D151LECT 9570.Q13 • $32

NEW! Withdraw into Stillness - an Integrative Qigong/Meditation experienceThis two-hour, informative workshop begins with a brief intellectual discussion of stress and practical stress management strategies followed with interactive participation: sessions of the “5 Animal Frolics Qigong,” Daoist Qigong breathing techniques, complete relaxation, and Concentric Meditation. Handouts of the techniques are provided and links are furnished for free access to online videos of the exercises. You are encouraged to practice the technique regularly. Instructor: Gary Paruszkiewicz.

Thursday, Sept. 186:30-8:30 p.m. • KCC Room D124WELL 9060.Q13 $15

Our instructor Gary Paruszkiewicz Gary Paruszkiewicz is a Certified Stress Management Educator. He has developed the Therapeutic Tai Chi© and Integrative Qigong programs. He is an

author and former adjunct professor of psychology courses at Governors State University and instructor at the prestigious Heartland Spa in Gilman. Also, Paruszkiewicz has been featured often in the press, blogs, teleconferences, etc. for his Healing Qigong work. He was featured in “Qi Talks,” the teleconference program of the National Qigong Association, and reported on by the United Spinal Network, the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, World Tai Chi & Qigong Day, Multiple Sclerosis Foundation, Chicago Tribune, and the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Denmark. Paruszkiewicz teaches wellness programs (tai chi, qigong, meditation, stress management) through KCC; Presence St. Mary’s Wellness Center; Sojourn, the Senior Living facility of Riverside Medical Center; and has made formal presentations at the annual conferences of the National Qigong Association. He has consulted with corporate, community, academic and recreation wellness programs.


Personal Enrichment

Questions & Answers about Writing & PublishingCome get answers to your questions about writing and publishing. Whether you are writing for fun or profit, this seminar will help you attain the level of success you are trying to achieve. Instructor: Sue Eggerton.

Saturday, Sept. 20 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. • KCC Room D124WRIT 9020.K13 • $36

Safely Caring for Your Family Member Hospice of Kankakee Valley staff members will share how to safely transfer someone from a chair to a bed, give a bed bath, feed someone and care for their skin. Other topics include things to know about common healthcare equipment, and understanding the stages of dementia.

Wednesday, Sept. 24 2-3:30 p.m. • KCC Room M112LECT 9500.A13 Free, but registration is required.

Beginning Photography Let Wayne Baranowski help you get acquainted with your camera. Learn the fundamentals of camera operation, photographic composition, exposure techniques, depth-of-field and how to compose photos using natural and artificial lighting. Several photo techniques will be discussed and participants will practice shooting photos during class. Bring your camera (digital or 35 mm) to class. Even if you are looking to buy a camera, this is a great class to take. Instructor: Wayne Baranowski.

Tuesdays, Sept 16 to Nov. 47-9 p.m. • KCC Room D123ARTS 301D.Q13 • $89

ABCs of Conservative Investing This course provides a fundamental working knowledge of the principles of conservative investing for retirement. The materials cover changes in investing paradigms, history of markets, impact of bear markets, retirement budgeting, aspects of financial decisions, and more, while highlighting the ABC Model of Investing. Students will increase their awareness of market risk and will study asset allocation models to help manage exposure to risk. This course also covers income planning, asset allocation, and appropriate financial decisions. It is not designed to give specific solutions to individual needs. Instructor: David Gibson.

Thursdays, Sept. 18, 25 & Oct. 26:30-8:30 p.m. • KCC Room D211FINC 9008.Q13$59, includes materials.

Saturdays, Sept. 20 & 279 a.m. - noon • KCC Room D151 FINC 9008.K13 $59, includes materials.

Deaf Sign I – Part OneThere are many ways to communicate, but the art of sign language is one of the most eloquent. You will learn the English alphabet sign language, vocabulary and sentence structure (time permitting). Instructor: Janet Hanson.

Class notes: 14 ISBE CPDUs available to Illinois teachers. 4 contact hours available to nurses, nursing home administrators, social workers, professional counselors/clinical counselors, respiratory care technicians, occupational therapists and physical therapists. Participants must attend all sessions to receive full contact hours.

Tuesdays, Sept. 16 to Oct. 286:30-8:30 p.m. • KCC Room D151HLTH 316A.Q13$89, plus textbook, which must be purchased prior to the first class at the KCC bookstore.

Basic Spanish ConversationThis eight-week course is designed to bring an English speaker to a beginning level of communication in Spanish. This program is effective in providing a strong base for individuals looking to have some fun and expand their minds. Instructor: TrisTara Diaz.

Class note: 16 ISBE CPDUs available to Illinois teachers. 16 contact hours available to nurses, nursing home administrators, social workers, professional counselors/clinical counselors, respiratory care technicians, occupational therapists and physical therapists. Participants must attend all sessions to receive full contact hours.

Mondays, Sept 22 to Nov. 106-8 p.m. • KCC Room D123SPAN 331D.Q13$99, includes handouts.

Right now there are unfilled jobs in Kankakee County, which means there are opportunities for the right person to start a new career. There is a gap between the skills we have and the skills employer’s need. Solving that is a priority. Because for every one of those unfilled jobs there is a talented person out there who is ready to show us what they can accomplish. Kankakee Community College can help make that happen.

That’s education at work.

KCC is creating a skilled workforce

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Adult Education Learning SystemA new beginning for those who need it

Please note: Course changes, such as locations, days, and times may occur after this notice has been printed and before these changes can be incorporated in a later notice.

These programs are partially funded with federal funds. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request for individuals with disabilities. Kankakee Community College is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.

GED 2014Success is just

clicks awayTM

A new GED program was launched on Jan. 2. The overhaul better prepares adults without a high school diploma for higher education and

the workforce. The 2014 program uses technology to help students prepare for,

pass the test and move on to better jobs with better wages.

KCC has a comprehensive range of instruction

and services to help students succeed on the 2014 GED test.

There is no cost to the student – and several convenient locations are available. There’s an

online instruction option, too.

Call 815-802-8300 or email [email protected]

for more information.

Adult basic literacyDo you want to learn to read better? Do you know someone who wants

to learn to read better? The ALIVE Adult Literacy program provides individual

and small group tutoring to improve the reading skills of adults ages 16 years and older.

How help is provided:

• Tutoring is arranged by the adult literacy staff and is available at KCC, libraries, churches and a variety of other places.

• A caring, friendly environment is created between the tutor and student.

• Sessions are individually arranged.

• Materials are provided during the session.

• Basic skills of reading, writing, English and math are taught.

• Services are provided at no cost to the student.

Call 815-802-8307 or email [email protected] for information.

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Be competitive in the local labor market FREE classes

to sharpen skillsJob Connections ClassThis class is a must! Learn the nuts and bolts for a job search, including the ability to package, market, and sell your skills to employers. Recognize how the job market is changing and the importance of networking.

Meets Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Attendance all four days is required.

Computer Literacy ClassGet computer basics. You’ll learn how to turn on the comput-er and what happens after that. The Computer Literacy class will provide basic computer instruction as well as skills on how to use Internet; personal email; Windows XP; Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Meets Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Attendance all four days is required.

FREE for residents!For more information or to register,

phone 815-802-8960.Classes are offered at the new KCC North Extension Center,

401 N. Kinzie Ave., Bradley. Seating is limited. You must attend the entire class.

Adult Education Schedule

Adult Basic Education (ABE)General Educational Development (GED)High School Equivalency DiplomaThese programs are designed for the student to prepare for the GED test for a high school equivalency diploma. The classes are for those who can read, but who would like to improve skills. Program features:• Study at your own pace.• No cost to the student.• Books are provided during class time.• New class sessions begin every eight weeks.• Open to anyone age 16 and over who is separated from his/her high school and is no longer attending high school. A letter showing high school separation is required for those under age 18.• An online GED test study option is available for those who pretest at the high school level. Email [email protected] for information.

Call 815-802-8300 in Kankakee County or 815-802-8780 in Iroquois County to register for an orientation. Program orienta-tions are required prior to class enrollment. Class locations and times are subject to change. For the latest information, visit www.kcc.edu or phone 815-802-8300.

ABE and GED class schedule

KCC Riverfront CampusLocation: 100 College Drive, Kankakee, Rooms L30A and L30B. Orientation required. Phone 815-802-8300 to register. ABE & GED days/times: Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. - noon and 1-4 p.m.; also Monday and Wednesday, 5:30-8:30 p.m.

KCC Miner South Extension CenterLocation: 1488 E. Walnut St., Watseka. Orientation required. Phone 815-802-8300 or 815-802-8780 to register. Adult Basic Education days/times: Monday through Wednesday, 9 a.m. - noon; also Monday and Wednesday, 5-8 p.m. GED days/times: Monday through Wednesday, 10:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.; also Monday and Wednesday, 6:30-9 p.m.

KCC North Extension CenterLocation: 450 N. Kinzie Ave., Bradley. Orientation required. Phone 815-802-8300 to register. GED days/times: Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. - noon; also Tuesday and Thursday, 4:30-7:30 p.m. ABE days/times: Monday and Wednesday, 4:30-7:30 p.m.

First United Methodist ChurchLocation: 111 W. Fourth St., Momence. Orientation required. Phone 815-802-8300 to register. ABE & GED days/times: Tuesday and Thursday, 6-9 p.m.

NEW Location – Asbury United Methodist ChurchLocation: 196 S. Harrison Ave., Kankakee. Orientation required. Phone 815-802-8300 to register. ABE days/times: Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. - noon.

NEW Location – Lorenzo R. Smith AcademyLocation: 4120 S. Wheeler, Hopkins Park. Orientation required. Phone 630-486-6680 to register. ABE & GED days/times: Tuesday and Thursday, 6-9 p.m.

Online GED PreparationTo enroll in GED instruction online, call 815-802-8300 or email [email protected]. Orientation is by appointment only. There is no cost to the student.

Workplace literacyCustomized, on-site Adult Basic Education, General Educa- tional Development and English as a Second Language courses are available to area employers at a nominal cost.

For more information, contact Allen Weaver at 815-802-8304 or email [email protected]

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Clases de InglésDiseñado para adultos nacidos en otros paises, y para personas que quiren mejorar sus abilidades en hablar y escribir el inglés. Tutores e instructores trabajan con pequeños grupos de estudiantes. Se ofrecen cinco diferentes niveles de aprendizanje.

Como Segundo LenguajeAprenda Inglés gratis

Asbury United Methodist Church196 S. Harrison, Kankakee

De lunes a jueves de 9:00 a.m. a 12:00 p.m.Por la noche • Los martes y los jueves

De 6:00 p.m. a 9:00 p.m.

First United Methodist Church111 W. Fourth St., Momence

Los martes y los juevesDe 6:00 p.m. a 9:00 p.m.

KCC North Extension Center (NEC)450 N. Kinzie Ave., Bradley (solo para el nivel avanzado)

De lunes a juevesDe 9:00 a.m. a 12:00 p.m.

Por la noche • Los martes y los juevesDe 6:00 p.m. a 9:00 p.m.

Los cambios de cursos, como los lugares, los días y las horas pueden ocurrir después de que este aviso se haya imprimido y después de que los cambios se puedan incorporar en otro aviso.

Kankakee Community College es un empleador de oportunidades de igualdad y de acción afirmativa.

For Adult Education information: 815-802-8300

Adult Education Schedule

English as a Second Language (ESL)All English as a Second Language classes are provided at no cost to the student. The classes are designed for foreign-born adults who would like to improve their English language speaking and writing skills. Instructors and tutors work with students in small groups. There are five levels of classes, to help students at every stage of learning.

Call 815-929-9158 to register for an orientation. Program orientations are required prior to class enrollment.

KCC North Extension Center (NEC)450 N. Kinzie Ave., Bradley (Transition class only) Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. - noon; also Tuesday and Thursday, 6-9 p.m.

Asbury United Methodist Church196 S. Harrison, Kankakee. Days/times: Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. - noon; also Tuesday and Thursday, 6-9 p.m.

First United Methodist ChurchLocation: 111 W. Fourth St., Momence. Days/times: Tuesday and Thursday, 6-9 p.m. Phone 815-929-9158 to register.

NEWLOCATION

KCC’s North Extension CenterThe one-stop location for adult learners, job seekers and businesses seeking qualified workers

Services for adult learners:• Adult basic education classes• GED preparation courses• Individual and group instruction• Morning, afternoon, and evening classes offered

Services for job seekers:• Skills assessment• Dislocated worker assistance• Career counseling and coaching• Skills training—classroom and on-the-job• Job search

Services for businesses:• Referrals of qualified candidates• Job orders and screening• Interviewing and meeting space

The KCC North Extension Center is at 450 N. Kinzie Ave. in Bradley.The above programs and services are offered at no cost to qualified individuals.For more information, phone 815-802-8963 or email [email protected]

Funding for the WIA program is provided by the Grundy Livingston Kankakee Workforce Board. Kankakee Community College Workforce Services is an equal opportunity program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request for individuals with disabilities.

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Meet representatives of businesses which are hiring. Gather information and make a great first impression that can help you gain employment!

For more information, phone 815-802-8206 or email [email protected].

Job fair website: www.kcc.edu/jobfairSponsored by KCC’s Office of Continuing Education & Career Services

Fall Job FairThursday, Oct. 2 • 9 a.m. - noon

KCC College Center

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2014 KCC Continuing Ed classes September - December