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CATALYST Summer/Fall 2017

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FESTIVAL OF

DANCEMERCED COLLEGE THEATER

JUNE 16 - JULY 1, 2017

Merced Academy of DancePresents: “Sleeping Beauty”June 16 & 17, 2017 at 7:00 PM

South Pacific Dance Co. June 22, 2017 at 7:00 PM

STEPS Dance StudioJune 23 & 24, 2017 at 7:00 PM

Mariposa Academy of Performing ArtsJune 24, 2017 at 2:00 PM

The Dancers’ StudioJune 30, 2017 at 7:00 PM

Denisa’s School of DanceJuly 1, 2017 at 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM

$10.00 General Admission$8.00 ASMC Students, Seniors, Children Under 12

$16.00 General Admission for Merced Academy of Dance

Presented by:The Merced Dance Teachers Co-Op and Merced College community Services

Tickets Available at Merced College Community Services, Maciel & Co., Mariposa County Arts Council, Box Office (1 hour before show), & mccd.tix.com

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Director’s Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Policies & Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22Classes/Sections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-21

Arts, Hobbies & Crafts . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10Aikido . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5An Introduction to Voiceovers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Badminton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Beginning Sign Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Beginning Spring Vegetable Gardening . . . . . . 6Ceramics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Dancing for Birth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Golf for All Ages Kid Friendly! . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Fitness Lab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Lap Swim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Merced Shakespearefest Community Theatre Production . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Nylon Flower Creations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Okinawan Karate/Self Defense . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Photography Unplugged . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Stand Up Paddle Boarding Kid Friendly! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Traffic School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Web Development & Online Marketing for Business . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Yoga . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Professional Certifications . . . . . . . . . 10-12Be a Notary Public . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Renew Your Notary Public Commission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Beginner/Intermediate Microsoft Excel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Intermediate/Advanced Microsoft Excel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Intermediate/Advanced Microsoft Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11LiUNA Pre-Apprenticeship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12ServSafe Food Safety Manager Certification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Sexual Harassment Prevention . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Smog Update Certification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Social Media for Your Business . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Online Classes and Programs . . . . . . 13-14Career Step . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Ed2Go . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13World Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13ProTrain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Chartered Bus Trips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14North Beach Festival . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14San Francisco Giants vs . Miami Marlins Game . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14SF Shopping Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Intimate Van Trips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-15Carmel by the Sea . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

A Day at Apple Hill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Pacific Quilting Festival . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Dickens Fair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Tours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-16Shades of Ireland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Colors of New England . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Southern Charm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Reflections of Italy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Tropical Costa Rica . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16The Best of Eastern U .S . and Canada . . . . . . . 16Spotlight on South Dakota . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Imperial Cities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Customer Service Academy . . . . . . . . 16-17Stress Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Time Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Conflict Resolution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Managing Organizational Change . . . . . . . . . 17

Emerging Leaders Institute . . . . . . . . 17-18Employee Engagement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Leadership Essentials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Leading with Your Strength . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Values & Ethics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Noncredit Offerings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-19Intermediate ESL Skills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Technical Office Occupations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Medical Assisting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Partner Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-23Ed2Go Career Training Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Ed2Go Online Course Bundles . . . . . . . . . . . . 21College for Kids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Gateway Adult Education Network . . . . . . . . . 23

Merced College 2017 HolidaysMay 29, 2017 – Memorial DayJuly 4, 2017 – Independence DaySeptember 4, 2017 – Labor DayNovember 10, 2017 – Veteran’s DayNovember 23-24, 2017 – Thanksgiving BreakDecember 22, 2017-January 1, 2018 – Winter Break

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Merced College’sBusiness Resource Center is committed to supporting the education, enrichment, and adventure needs of our community . Whether you want to improve your skill set through classes, trainings, or workshops or are looking for personal development, travel, or certification options, Merced College’s Business Resource Center is where you need to be .

Community Services: Provides opportunities for trips and tours, enrichment opportunities, and personal and professional development classes . The offerings are fee-based, not-for-credit ranging from arts to fitness to certifications . We host a wide variety of excursions throughout the year, including national and international tours as well as trips to sporting events or cultural functions . For more information go to: www .mercedcommunityservices .com

College for Kids: Since 1976 Merced College has offered the summer College for Kids program targeted at 2nd-8th Graders in the community . Classes, aquatics, and sports camps reached an all-time record high this last summer year with over 1,950 enrollments . We are adding new offerings every year and believe we will continue to grow our enrollments each summer . Registrations are now open . Sessions begin and run through June-July/August .

Career Advancement Academy: Provides training and certification programs for students interested in computers in business and medical assisting . These Noncredit educational pathways are designed to provide instructional programs for adult learners to meet the current workforce needs of the community’s businesses and medical offices . For more information go to: www .mercedcollegecaa .org

Workplace Learning Resource Center: Provides local employers and citizens of the greater Merced area with customized training, leadership, and development programs . The programs offered are functional in context to the job by providing skill enhancement that employees can apply immediately to their job after training . For more information go to: www .mercedworkplacecenter .org

Gateway Adult Education Network: This is a partnership between schools and service providers to improve access and success of adult learners in the Merced County-Chowchilla-Mariposa County region . The Network is governed by a board of representatives from the High School Districts, County Offices of Education, and Community College District in the region . For more information go to: www .mygaen .org

Noncredit: Merced College knows that education does not stop after high school or college . It is a lifelong process . Continuing Education offers Noncredit classes that help your continued growth, whether you want to update current job skills, acquire new jobs skills, or seek classes for personal enrichment . More than two hundred noncredit classes are offered each session at 33 sites throughout Merced County and the surrounding area . More than 6,000 students take advantage of Noncredit classes to improve their quality of life in a variety of ways . For more information go to: www .mccd .edu/offices/noncredit

Deputy Sector Navigators (DSNs): The Center for International Trade Development (CITD) provides quality training and services to small and medium sized enterprises that are potential or current exporters or importers . Often the this DSN offers business conferences, workshops, and seminars designed to provide information and tools to help capitalize on global business, reference, and referral services, regulatory and operational challenges . For more information go to: www .citd .com . The Retail, Hospitality, and Tourism/Learn & Earn (RHTLE) DSN provides dedicated services to California’s retail, hospitality, and tourism companies, high school teachers, and higher education faculty with innovative business curriculum, training, and solutions . For more information go to: www .centralvalley-motherlode .org

Whether you are 2 or 102, we look forward to seeing you at Merced College’s Business Resource Center where we are committed to providing the best environment for you to continue education, enrichment, and adventure needs.

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ARTS, HOBBIES & CRAFTS

■ AikidoThrough the understanding of the fundamentals of emotional and physical conflicts and by implementing basic Aikido techniques including basic body movement, synthesis of breathing, physical and mental applications, students will gain an overall understanding of the philosophy of Aikido and how it relates to both self-defense and conflict resolution . Sensei’s, Ron Duran and Brandon Wolff-Hunnicutt each hold black belt ranks with over a decade of Aikido practice in this beautiful Japanese martial-art, known as Aikido .

DATES:Tuesdays & Thursdays, June 27-August 17, 2017 (no class on 7/4/17)Tuesdays & Thursdays, August 22-October 12, 2017Tuesdays & Thursdays, October 17-December 7, 2017 (no class on 11/23/17)

TIME: 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.INSTRUCTORS: RonDuranandBrandonWolff-HunnicuttLOCATION: MercedCollege,GYM-4COST: $65

($10 discount for past participants)

■ An Introduction to Voiceovers... (Getting Started in Voice Acting)

Fun, one-on-one, video chat class to get started in Professional Voice Acting, covering some of the many details of the industry . Receive professional voice evaluation . 18 and over . This class is taught by a professional voice actor from the voice acting training company, Voices For All . Class length is 90 minutes . Check out this video link for more information: www .voicesforall .com/ooo

DATES:Online with ongoing enrollment (New sessions starting weekly)

TIME:Each class consists of a 90-minute one-on-one session with a professional voice actor

COST: $49

■ BadmintonLearn to play badminton and understand the basic rules that apply to the game . Come have fun, all levels are welcome!

DATES*:Mondays & Wednesdays, June 5-28, 2017

COST: $30

Starting in July, the registration will cover a six month session. (save $5 per session when you register for 2 or more sessions at the same time)

Mondays & Wednesdays, July 7-26, 2017

Wednesdays & Fridays, August 16-December 8, 2017 (No classes 11/10/17 & 11/24/17)

TIME: 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.INSTRUCTORS: JimXuLOCATION: MercedCollege,GYMCOST: $100

(covers July 2017 – December 2017), $30 discount for college students (Required to show your student id at time of registration.)

* Subject to cancellation or change based on Merced College athletics schedules or tournaments. Make up days (if necessary) will be on May 19th & 24th.

Summer-Fall 2017 Schedule of Classes

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■ Beginning Sign LanguageIn this class you will have fun learning the basics of American Sign Language . Learn how to communicate with others without even saying a word! Students will learn through playing games, signing songs, and telling stories in this fun and interactive class .

DATES: Tuesdays, October 3-24, 2017

TIME: 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.INSTRUCTOR: LaRhondaBatsonLOCATION: BusinessResourceCenter,Room121COST: $60

■ Beginning Spring Vegetable Gardening

The class is for beginning gardeners and those wishing to learn more about vegetable gardening . Join the wave of urban homesteading by learning the basics of setting up and growing your fall vegetable garden, with an emphasis on raised bed gardening and growing organic . Topics covered will be site location, soil preparation, seed and plant selection, propagation, soils, fertilizers and mulch, pest control, general plant care, harvest and more . Please dress comfortably as we will be doing hands on projects!

DATES: Saturdays, October 14-21, 2017

TIME: 9:00a.m.-12:00p.m.INSTRUCTOR: ElaineValladaoLOCATION: MercedCollege,PS-1COST: $45*

*plus $15 materials fee, paid to the instructor

■ Ceramics Explore the tactile qualities of clay and create your own ceramics through practical instruction in a relaxed atmosphere . This open lab will provide one-on-one instruction for beginners to advanced artists . Focusing on pottery as a form of visual art, the classes will cover a number of topics and techniques, from basic wheel thrown pottery to hand build pottery to raku . Your creative ceramic pieces will be glazed and f ired for you to take home or give as a gift .Final pick up date will be 5/25/17 for Spring Term Session 2 between the hours of 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. (noon) or upon an arranged appointment with Ira Jones (209) 384-6369

MONDAY DATES:Mondays, August 14-October 9, 2017 (no class 9/4/17)Mondays, October 16-December 4, 2017

TIME: 6:00p.m.-9:00p.m.INSTRUCTOR: BillGossettLOCATION: MercedCollege,ART-5COST: $70*

*plus $10 materials fee + $10 for first bag of clay. ($10 discount if

register for 2 sessions)

THURSDAY DATES:Thursdays, August 17-October 5, 2017 Thursdays, October 12-December 7, 2017 (No class 11/23/17)

TIME: 6:00p.m.-9:00p.m.INSTRUCTOR: Kerry BrookeLOCATION: MercedCollege,ART-5COST: $70*

*plus $10 materials fee + $10 for first bag of clay ($10 discount if register for 2 sessions)

* Final pick up date will be 12/14/17 for Fall Term Session 2 between the hours of 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. (noon) or upon an arranged appointment with Ira Jones (209) 384-6369

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■ Dancing for BirthHave fun learning how all expectant moms (vaginal/VBAC/Cesarean) can move to music, before, during, and after birth, using special dance techniques to get more comfortable during pregnancy, encourage babies into optimal positions, and promote recovery after birth . So tie a scarf around your hips, and spend an hour of fun, bonding with your baby, as we dance and talk about birthing . Post-partum moms and newborns welcome! Check it out at www .dancingforbirth .com .

DATES:Mondays, June 19-July 10, 2017Mondays, July 17-August 7, 2017Mondays, August 14-September 11, 2017 (No class 9/4/17) Mondays, September 18-October 9, 2017 Mondays, October 16-November 6, 2017 Mondays, November 13-December 4, 2017

TIME: 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.INSTRUCTOR: VangeeGuettinger,RNLOCATION: MercedCollege,GYM-4COST: $20*

* (4-week session)

■ Golf for All Ages Kid Friendly!

Bogie, par, fore! Whether you are a beginner or advanced player, your game will improve . This golf lesson course will cover full swing, short game, basic rules, and general golf etiquette . Gary Olson played on the PGA tour for 10 years, participated in 11 national championships as well as 2 major championships, and has been teaching golf for 50 years . Bring your own clubs or borrow one of ours .

DATES: Tuesday-Friday, September 19-September 22, 2017

TIME: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.INSTRUCTOR: GaryOlsonLOCATION: RanchoDelReyGolfCourse, 5250GreenSandsAvenueinAtwaterCOSTS: $55persession*

*plus range fees (approximately $32 for the session)

■ Fitness LabWant a gym membership without the application fee and yearly contract? Join the Merced College Fitness Lab with membership available for a one month period .

DATES:Monday-Thursday, June 1-29, 2017

Monday-Thursday, July 3-31, 2017 (No class 7/4/17)

Monday-Friday, August 1-31, 2017

Monday-Friday, September 1-29, 2017 (No class on 9/4/17)

Monday-Friday, October 2-31, 2017

Monday-Friday, November 1-30, 2017 (No classes on 11/10/17, 11/23/17, & 11/24/17)

Monday- Friday, December 1-21, 2017

TIME: 5:30 a.m. - 7:30 a.m.INSTRUCTORS: RogerImbrogno&ColleenGarrisLOCATION: MercedCollege,GYM-5COST: $25

(save $5 per session when you register for 2 or more sessions at the same time)

* December session will be $20 ($15 if purchased with another session)

Register Today! (209) 384-6224

www.MercedCommunityServices.com

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■ Lap SwimSwimming is one of the best forms of exercise . Enjoy open lap swim at the Merced College Pool throughout the term at any of the three time slots .

DATES*:Mondays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays, June 1-29, 2017Mondays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays, July 3-31, 2017 Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays, August 2-30, 2017Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays, September 1-29, 2017 (No class on 9/4/17) Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays, October 2-30, 2017Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays, November 1-27, 2017 (No classes on 11/10/17 & 11/24/17)Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays, December 1-20, 2017

TIME: 5:30a.m.–6:30a.m.,12:00p.m.–1:00p.m., or 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.INSTRUCTORS: AlyssaWeaver,ChelsieWattles, orAndrewBlackwoodLOCATION: MercedCollege,PoolCOST: $40

* Subject to occasional cancellations based on Merced College aquatics schedules, tournaments, or weather conditions. In such events, Community Services will provide notice to all participants via email and signage at the Pool in order for participants to make arrangements to swim during other open time slots throughout the week.

■ Merced Shakespearefest Community Theatre Production

This class is for community members who would like to participate in a Shakespearean production “Coriolanus”, co-produced by Merced Shakespearefest and Merced College Theatre Arts . Participants will receive instruction as actors, stage managers, and/or technicians . The class will culminate in public performances for a paid audience in January 2018 . Participation is determined by Director Audition or interview . Open auditions for the public performance will be held on October 21, 2017 from 11:00 a .m .-2:00 p .m .

DATES: Monday-Friday, November 27-December 15, 2017 from 6:30 p.m.-10:00 p.m. Monday-Friday, January 1-5, 2018 from 6:30 p.m.-10:00 p.m.Monday-Friday, January 8-12, 2018 from 6:30 p.m.-10:00 p.m.Monday-Friday, January 16-18, 2018 from 6:30 p.m.-10:00 p.m.

TECHNICAL REHEARSAL:Saturday, January 14, 2018 from 12:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.

DRESS REHEARSALS:Tuesday-Thursday, January 16-18, 2018 from 6:30 p.m.-10:00 p.m.

PERFORMANCE DATES*:January 19-21 2018 and January 23-27, 2018 @ 7:30 p.m.Sundays, January 21 & 28, 2018 @ 2:00 p.m.*Box Office will open 1-hour prior to the performance start time. January 25th performance all students pay $5.00

DIRECTORS: ShawnOverton HeikeHambley–ArtisticDirectorof MercedShakespearefestLOCATION: MercedCollege,TheatreCOST: $30*

*per participant *$20 scholarships are available for eligible participants from Merced College Drama Foundation and Merced Shakespearefest

■ Nylon Flower CreationsInspired by Japanese Ikebana (flower arranging), Masako Quick will teach you how to make a beautiful orchid or iris nylon flower creation to serve as a decorative addition to your home or as a beloved handmade gift for a friend or relative . After learning the basics of nylon flower making, you will be equipped with knowledge and skills to create your own arrangements far into the future .

DATES:Wednesdays & Fridays, August 16, 18, 23, & 25

TIME: 10:00a.m.–12:00p.m.INSTRUCTOR: MasakoQuickLOCATION: MercedCollege, BusinessResourceCenter (630W.19thStreet),Room123COST: $45

(includes materials fee)

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■ Okinawan Karate/Self-Defense

A study of weaponless self-defense and conflict resolution through the practice of the ancient and time tested martial art of Okinawan Shorin-Ryu Karate . Learn how to prevail and defend against an attacker that may be armed with a weapon . Practice the usage of the body’s limbs, hands, and feet as blocks and strikes and learn how to generate the power needed for self-defense by way of bio mechanics, regardless of one’s size or physical stature . These classes will be taught by Sid Rayford, a 9th Degree Black belt with 46 years of training and his wife, Amy Rayford who is well known in the martial arts community as a female self-defense specialist with 16 years of training . Shorin-Ryu is known to be the “old school” of karate which comes from the feudal era of Okinawan history . This martial art has been around for centuries and is not for competition, but is instead dedicated to surviving diverse attacks .

DATES:Tuesdays & Thursdays, June 20-August 10, 2017Tuesdays & Thursdays, August 15-October 5, 2017Tuesdays & Thursdays, October 10-November 30, 2017 (no class on 11/23/17)

TIME: 8:00p.m.–9:00p.m.INSTRUCTORS: Sid&AmyRayfordLOCATION: RayfordShorin–RyuKarate&Kobudo 100W.MainStreetinMerced,CA95340COST: $65

■ Photography Unplugged - Theory and Praxis of Creating Great Images

This course is designed to challenge and enhance the photography and composition skills of each photographer . Together we will study famous images as well as the photographic and design principles that were used to create them . Then we will start

to photograph and create great images . It is neither necessary to own a high priced camera, nor have extensive Photoshop skills in this class . It is more important to be open and willing to experiment and have a lot of fun

DATES: Thursdays, September 21-October 26, 2017

TIME: 6:00p.m.-9:00p.m.INSTRUCTOR: FriedhelmGolzLOCATION: MercedCollege,ART-8COST: $95

■ Stand Up Paddle Boarding Kid Friendly!

Take your f irst steps to learning proper Paddle Boarding technique in order to increase performance and prevent injury . During the lesson you will learn paddling fundamentals in a fun and friendly atmosphere . You will be introduced to technique progression strategies and be assisted with appropriate corrections to get you paddling better . No matter where you are on your Stand Up Paddle Boarding journey we will help you get on the path to paddling properly and enjoying the experience .

DATES:Saturdays, June 3-17, 2017

TIME: 9:00a.m.–10:30a.m.INSTRUCTOR: KevinBuccolaLOCATION: LakeYosemite 5714LakeRoadinMerced,CA95340COST: $55

■ Traffic School This DMV approved course meets the requirements for those allowed by the court to attend traffic school . Successful completion of this class could void the citation from your record and protect your insurance

DATES:Saturday, June 10, 2017 Saturday, August 12, 2017 Saturday, September 9, 2017 Saturday, October 14, 2017 Saturday, November 4, 2017 Saturday, December 9, 2017

TIME: 8:00a.m.–4:00p.m.INSTRUCTORS: MarkFrost,DanDabneyLOCATION: BusinessResourceCenter (630W.19thStreet),Room121COST: $45

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■ Web Development & Online Marketing for Businesses

Develop an online marketing strategy to increase visibility for your business by learning to use tools such as blogging, social media marketing, mobile marketing tools, pay per click, link building, and website development through search engine optimization .

DATES: Fridays, October 20-November 3, 2017

TIME: 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.INSTRUCTOR: ChrisCarrollLOCATION: BusinessResourceCenter, (630W.19thStreet),Room215COST: $145

■ Yoga

Are you looking for a workout program that’s easy to learn, requires little or no equipment, and soothes your soul while toning your body? If strengthening your cardiovascular system, toning and stretching your muscles, and improving your mental fitness are on your to-do list, keep reading to learn more about the basics of yoga .

DATES:Tuesdays & Thursdays, August 15-October 5, 2017Tuesdays & Thursdays, October 10-December 5, 2017(No class 11/23/17)

TIME: 4:30p.m.-5:30p.m.INSTRUCTOR: TracyDeckerLOCATION: MercedCollege,GYM-4COST: $55($10 discount for past participants)

PROFESSIONALCERTIFICATIONS

■ Be A Notary Public Making more money is never a bad idea and it shows your amazing initiative . Sign-up and learn how to perform valuable services by certifying or witnessing signatures on official documents, $15 per signature in 2017 . Notary skills are valuable in almost any industry: real estate, legal, medical and banking to name just a few . This six-hour state-approved seminar gives you the knowledge to pass the exam and practice as an effective Notary . Participants receive two practice tests and take the official Notary exam directly following the seminar . You must be present for the entire course of instruction and be at least 18 years of age . Bring to class: 1) A $40 check made payable to “Secretary of State”; 2) Proper identification (current driver license or state issued ID card); 3) Two #2 pencils; 4) 2”X2” passport size color photo . Live Scan fingerprints will be required after you pass the exam . Serious Convictions may disqualify applicants .

DATE:Saturday, August 12, 2017

TIME: 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.LOCATION: BusinessResourceCenter 630W.19thStreet,Rooms122&123 COST: $99*

*plus $35 material fee, payable to Notary Public Seminars, Inc.

■ Renew Your Notary Public CommissionYou’ll review new laws and safe practices to make sure you haven’t fallen into any bad habits . Renewing Notaries are only eligible for the three-hour Notary Seminar if your commission is current . You must arrive at 12:30 to enter, the class will begin at 12:45 . You must take the exam again and submit livescan fingerprints . Bring to class: 1) A $40 check made payable to “Secretary of State”; 2) Proper identification (current driver license or state issued ID card); 3) Two #2 pencils; 4) 2”X2” passport size color photo . Live Scan fingerprints will be required after you pass the exam . Serious Convictions may disqualify applicants .

DATES:Saturday, August 12, 2017Saturday, November 4, 2017

TIME: 12:30p.m.-6:00p.m.LOCATION: BusinessResourceCenter 630W.19thStreet,Rooms122&123 COST: $50*

*plus $35 material fee, payable to Notary Public Seminars, Inc.

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■ Beginner/Intermediate Microsoft Excel

This is an introductory hands-on nine hour course where the participants will learn the basic operations of Microsoft Excel . This course will show how to use various functions of Excel to create tables to increase the productivity . It will also show how to unlock the potential of their data, by using formulas across a grid of cells . Data is inserted into individual cells in rows or columns, allowing it to be sorted and filtered, and then displayed in a visual presentation . Using pie charts, graphs and clustered columns adds meaning to data, which otherwise may just exists as row after row of numbers . Participants will also learn how to use conditional formatting to emphasis the most important part of the data . Using conditional formatting, the users will be able to display icons which represent related data, highlight a row based on a single value, compare values . The users will learn about statistical functions such as MIN, MAX, SUM, SUMIFS, AVERAGE, MODE, COUNT, COUNTA, and MEDIAN . Logical functions such as IF, IFS, AND OR, FALSE, and TRUE will be demonstrated

Dates:Fridays, October 20-November 3, 2017

TIME: 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.INSTRUCTOR: AhmadAhmadiLOCATION: MercedCollege,BusinessResourceCenter (630W.19thStreet),Room216COST: $145

■ Intermediate/Advanced Microsoft Excel

In this hands-on workshop series, you will learn how to create informative data representation using advanced functions of Excel such as VLOOKUP, INDEX, and MATCH . Financial functions such as PMT, FV, and NPV are explored . Text manipulation functions such as FIND, SEARCH, MID, LEFT, RIGHT, PROPER, TRIM, and RIGHT are explained . The use and advantage

of Excel’s “Pivot Table: will be discussed and practiced in details . The locking, and unlocking of the whole or part of the spreadsheet will be demonstrated . The users will also learn how to create and use Macros to become efficient in using data

DATES:Fridays, December 1-15, 2017

TIME: 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.INSTRUCTOR: AhmadAhmadiLOCATION: MercedCollege,BusinessResourceCenter (630W.19thStreet)COST: $145

■ Intermediate/Advanced Microsoft Office

In this hands-on nine hour introductory workshop series you will learn about Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint) . In word, you will learn different ways to format text, add graphics, create signs . In Excel, you will learn the basic creation of a table and how to calculate various mathematical operations . Access will show you how to design a simple database and produce simple forms and reports . Using PowerPoint will allow you to create an eye-catching presentation incorporating music and video . Upon successful completion of this course, you will be very comfortable to take other individual intermediate and advanced courses in Excel and Access

DATES:Fridays, September 8-22, 2017

TIME: 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.INSTRUCTOR: AhmadAhmadiLOCATION: MercedCollege,BusinessResource Center(630W.19thStreet),Room216COST: $95

Fridays, September 8-22, 2017

TIME: 1:30p.m.-4:30p.m.INSTRUCTOR: AhmadAhmadiLOCATION: LosBanosCampus,RoomA-110COST: $95

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■ Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certification

Demonstrate that you have the skills needed to get the most out of Office by earning a Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification in a specific Office program (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access, SharePoint, or OneNote) . Holding a MOS certification can earn an entry-level business employee as much as $16,000 more in annual salary than uncertified peers .

DATES:Thursday, August 31, 2017Thursday, September 28, 2017Thursday, October 26, 2017Thursday, November 30, 2017Thursday, December 14, 2017

TIME: 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.LOCATION: BusinessResourceCenter, 630W.19thStreet,Room210COST: $50proctoringfee*

*plus $96 online exam fee, per certification payable to CertiPort.

■ ServSafe Food Safety Manager Certification

This 2-day training session is an exam preparation course . You must attend both dates in the same month . The ServSafe Exam will be proctored directly after the 2nd day of training from 1:00 p .m .-3:00 p .m . You need to pick up your textbook and preparation materials at least one week prior to the 1st day of class.

DATES:Wednesdays, July 12-19, 2017Wednesdays, September 13-20, 2017

TIME: 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (2ndDayProctoredExam) INSTRUCTOR: LaVonCronk,R.D.LOCATION: MercedCollege,BusinessResourceCenter (630W.19thStreet),Rooms121&215COST: $179*

*plus $36 online exam seat

■ Sexual Harassment Prevention

This training fulfills the 2-hour AB1825 sexual harassment training and education as well as the AB 2053 abuse conduct requirements for employers with 50 or more employers .

DATES:Tuesday, October 24, 2017

TIME: 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.INSTRUCTOR: ElaineCraigLOCATION: MercedCollege,BusinessResourceCenter (630W.19thStreet),Room122COST: $40

■ Smog Update CertificationCalifornia Bureau of Automotive Repair (B .A .R .) UT 022 using the DSO to diagnose sensors and actuators

DATES:Saturday & Sunday, October 7-8, 2017

TIME: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.INSTRUCTOR: MikeChicconiLOCATION: MercedCollege,BusinessResourceCenter (630W.19thStreet),Room120COST: $225*

*plus $20 material fee

■ Social Media for Your Business

Bring your business into the new millennium! Learn about Social Media Tools (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, Google+, and Blogging with WordPress), promote and integrate Facebook business pages, Twitter profiles, LinkedIn profiles and company pages, Google+ pages, and keep your content on your own site by learning to Blog with WordPress . It is essential to communicate appropriately, safely, and effectively on social media platforms, so learn about best practices, ethics, and privacy issues on these social platforms . In addition, create a strategy that allows your business to be effective with social media and optimizes your social media campaigns . Learn how to plan a social media strategy that meets your business goals, is measurable, and can be adapted over time!

DATES:Fridays, September 29-October 13, 2017

TIME: 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.INSTRUCTOR: ToniPirtleLOCATION: MercedCollege,BusinessResourceCenter (630W.19thStreet),Room215COST: $145

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ONLINE CLASSESANDPROGRAMS

Visit our website or contact our office for a list of fall classes offered online . Online learning offering are provided in partnership with instructors from Ed2Go, World Education, ProTrain and UGotClass . These classes and programs are not for credit and are not part of Merced College’s accredited courses and programs . Most of the programs prepare you to take national accredited exams . Contact Community Services with any questions you may have, or visit www .mercedcommunityservices .com for a full list of offerings .

■ CareerStepMerced College has partnered with Career Step to help students like you train for a rewarding new career . Programs available through this partnership include:

> Professional Medical Coding and Billing with PCS

> Medical Transcription and Editing > Computer Technician > Pharmacy Technician

For more information go to: http://www.careerstep.com/mccdEd2Go

■ Ed2GoMerced College has partnered with Ed2Go to help students like you train for a rewarding new career . Programs available through this partnership include:

> Health and Fitness > Business and Professional > IT and Software Development > Management and Corporate > Media and Design > Hospitality and Service Industry > Skilled Trades and Industrial > Sustainable Energy and Going Green > Career Online High School

For more information go to: http://www.ed2go.com/career

■ World EducationMerced College’s Community Services program has partnered with World Education to help students like you receive highest quality education and training as well as achieve career success and professional enrichment . Programs available through this partnership include:

> Business and Professional > Career Advantage > Culinary and Hospitality > Healthcare and Fitness > High School > IT and Software Development > Media and Design > Miscellaneous > Skilled Trades and Industrial > Sustainability

CareerStep.com/mccd877-225-7151

START A NEW CAREER IN A YEAR OR LESS!

Choose online career training designed to get you working!Train with Merced College to gain the skills you need to quickly start a rewarding new career in an in-demand field.

AVAILABLE PROGRAMS INCLUDE:· Medical Coding and Billing with PCS· Medical Transcription and Editing· Pharmacy Technician· Computer Technician

FREE LAPTOPfor students who pay in full!

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■ ProTrainMerced College’s Community Services program has partnered with ProTrain to provide affordable solutions for individuals seeking to prepare for an in-demand career that will help move them and America forward to achieve the goal of Education 2 Employment! Programs available through this partnership include:

> Accounting and Finance > Business and Leadership > Career and Hospitality > Education and Personal Development > Green and Renewable Energy > Healthcare and Allied Health > Industrial and Skilled Trades > Legal and Criminal Justice > Multimedia and Graphic Design > Programming and Web Application > Spanish in the Workplace > Technology and Computer Programs

TRIPSCHARTEREDBUSTRIPS (UPTO54PEOPLE)

■ June: North Beach FestivalDescription: Now in its 63rd year, the North Beach Festival is considered one of the country’s original outdoor festivals and reflects Italian culture and history . It is a lively street fair complete with entertainment, food, beer gardens, arts and crafts, and a medieval piazza . With so many options, you’re sure to stay busy all day! Several major attractions, including Coit Tower and Pier 39 are easily accessible from the festival .

Date & Time:Saturday, June 17th

Time:7:30 a.m.- 8:00 p.m.

Cost: $79perperson

■ July: San Francisco Giants vs. Miami Marlins Game

Description: Come out to this special weekend game as the SF Giants take on the Miami Marlins! AT&T Park is located right on the SF Bay with spectacular views so you won’t want to miss out, and we will be seated in Section 307 . We’ll arrive as the gates open with plenty of time to find your seat and have lunch . Buses will ONLY leave from Merced, so please plan accordingly .

Date:Saturday, July 8th

Time:TBA

Cost: $109perperson

■ December: SF Shopping TripDescription: Join us on our traditional holiday trip to Union Square! Enjoy the festive displays, decorations, shop ‘til you drop, and enjoy a nice lunch in the city . As usual, we’ll provide a hospitality suite at the St . Francis . Buses will ONLY leave from Merced, so please plan accordingly .

Date:Friday, December 1st

Time:7:00 a.m.- 9:30 p.m.

Cost: $99perperson

INTIMATEVANTRIPS (UPTO12PEOPLE)

■ August: Carmel by the SeaDescription: Carmel has consistently been voted one of the top tourist and visitor destinations in the country, and for us Californians we know why! Within the quaint European style village, visitors can relax, unwind and enjoy peaceful ambiance . With art galleries, antique shops, boutiques, and intimate cafes and restaurants, Carmel promises visitors hours of discovery . The day also includes admission to the San Carlos Borromeo de Carmelo Mission’s grounds, Basilica Church, and five historical museums . Then enjoy a hosted dinner at the historic Mission Ranch that sits on 22 acres with spectacular views of Point Lobos, Carmel River Beach, and the Pacific Ocean . Once one of the first dairies in California, the rich history of this 1800’s ranch was preserved and restored by former Carmel Mayor, Clint Eastwood .

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While dining at the Mission Ranch restaurant, known for its American Cuisine and Piano Bar, you can watch the sheep graze in the meadow .

Date:Saturday, August 12th

Time:9:00 a.m.- 9:30 p.m.

Cost: $159perperson

■ September: A Day at Apple Hill

Description: Every fall an apple festival takes place as apple growers open their ranches to the public . Go on a delightful loop of the Apple Hill ranches, and then be treated to a delicious hot chicken and apple pie lunch . You’ll also have plenty of time to browse the arts and crafts booths as well as partake in activities for the family such as pony rides or fishing in the pond at High Hill Ranch . We’ll make a short stop in Placerville on the way back to allow time to browse the downtown shops and galleries .

Date:Saturday, September 16th

Time:7:00 a.m.- 7:00 p.m.

Cost: $129perperson

■ October: Pacific Quilting Festival

Description: Pacific International Quilt Festival features an exciting Merchants Mall offering the best in fabrics, notions, machines, contemporary and antique quilts, textiles, quilting supplies, books, sewing related craft items, kits, clothing and much, much more .

Date:Saturday, October 14th

Time:7:30 a.m.- 7:30 p.m.

Cost: $119perperson

■ November: Dickens FairDescription: A Bay Area holiday tradition since 1970, the Great Dickens Christmas Fair returns to the San Francisco Cow Palace Exhibition Halls . The bustling streets of London, immortalized for all time by the mighty pen of Charles Dickens, form the living backdrop of your excursion into Christmas Past . You are a living part of a Victorian Christmas card come to life! Come wander the lanes of Victorian London, as the

glow of twilight settles upon the city, with the scent of pine boughs and freshly baked scones floating in the air and the sound of carolers accompanying your stroll .

Date:Saturday, November 18th

Time:6:30 a.m.- 7:30 p.m.

Cost: $129perperson

TOURS

Merced College will provide a FREE Collette slideshow presentation at the Business Resource Center (630 W . 19th Street Merced, CA 95340) on the following dates:Thursday, August 10, 2017 2:00pmWednesday, November 1, 2017 2:00pm

■ Shades of IrelandBook by June 20, 2017 and SAVE $250 per person!

HIGHLIGHTS: Dublin, Kilkenny, Waterford, Blarney Stone, Kingscourt, and Limerick

Dates:Aug 19-28, 2017 (10 days)

DOUBLE: $3,699SINGLE: $4,099TRIPLE: $3,669

■ Colors of New EnglandBook April 8, 2017 by and SAVE $100 per person!

HIGHLIGHTS: Bootbay Harbor, North Conway, Stowe, and Boston

Dates:Oct 8-15, 2017 (8 days)


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■ Southern CharmBook by March 10, 2017 and SAVE $50 per person!

HIGHLIGHTS: Charleston, Savannah, Jekyll Island, and Jacksonville

Dates:Sep 10-16, 2017 (6 days)


■ Reflections of ItalyBook by October 20, 2017 and SAVE $200 per person!

HIGHLIGHTS: Milan, Venice, Murano Island, Florance, Siena Perugia, and Rome

Dates:Apr 19-28, 2018 (10 days)


■ Tropical Costa RicaBook by August 24, 2017 and SAVE $100 per person!

HIGHLIGHTS: San Jose, Doka Coffee Estate, Guanacaste, Monteverde, Lake Arenal Cruise, Arenal, Cano Negro, Zarcero, Greca, and National Theatre

Dates:Feb 24-Mar 4, 2018 (9 days)

DOUBLE:$3,099SINGLE:$3,649TRIPLE:$3,069

■ The Best of Eastern U.S. and Canada*

Book by December 2017 and SAVE $100 per person!

HIGHLIGHTS: Montréal, Quebec, Ottawa, Niagara Falls, New York City, Philadelphia, and Washington, D .C .

DATES:JUNE 2018 (12 DAYS)

■ Spotlight on South Dakota*Book by February 2018 and SAVE $50 per person!

HIGHLIGHTS: Rapid City, Keystone, Custer, Pine Ridge Indian Reservation, Badlands, Wall Drug, Deadwood, and Spearfish

Dates:AUGUST 2018 (7 DAYS)

■ Imperial Cities*Book by April 2018 and SAVE $100 per person!

HIGHLIGHTS: Prague, Vienna, Czech Republic, Danube River, Bratislava, Budapest, and Visegrad

Dates:OCTOBER 2018 (11 days)*These trips are subject to change as specific dates are still to be arranged with Collette.

CUSTOMERSERVICEACADEMY

■ Customer Service AcademyLOCATION: MercedCollege,BusinessResource Center(630W.19thStreet)COST: $23

■ Stress ManagementDid you know 1 million Americans call in sick every day because of stress related reasons? This costs organizations money, especially in lowered productivity . Causes of stress are identified and dozens of stress management tips and techniques are delivered and practiced .

DATES:Thursdays, June 22-29, 2017

TIME: 8:00a.m.–12:15p.m.OR1:00p.m.–5:15p.m.LOCATION: MercedCollege,BusinessResourceCenterCOST: $23

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■ Time ManagementThe workplace demands efficiency and productivity . The way we manage our time has an impact on our ability to get things done . Explore time management techniques at work that will help you stay in balance and be more effective in the workplace .

DATES:Thursdays, July 20-27, 2017


■ Conflict ResolutionConflict gets in the way of good business . Explore the causes and impact conflict can have on customer service . Learn strategies and techniques for resolving tough issues and how to turn a difficult customer into a loyal one .

DATES:Thursdays, August 24-31, 2017


Decision Making & Problem Solving Many of us face a constant barrage of workplace decisions and problems to be solved . Regardless of our job responsibilities in the company, we are responsible for smart choices . Learn decision-making styles, processes and techniques, when they should be applied, and how to be a creative problem solver .

DATES:Thursdays, September 21-28, 2017


■ Managing Organizational Change

We face constant change in the workplace . Explore our natural tendencies and the tendencies of our customers to resist change . Learn skills to adapt and accept change .

DATES:Thursdays, October 19-26, 2017


For more information call (209) 386-6733 or to register go to: http://www.mercedworkplacecenter.org/c_customerservice.html

EMERGINGLEADERSINSTITUTE

■ Employee EngagementDefine Employee Engagement and what it looks like in the workplace . Learn the difference between engaged, disengaged, and actively disengaged employees and how they impact the workplace . Participants will learn five key ways to engage employees as well as strategies to implement to help keep employees engaged . Participants will also learn how to re-engage disengaged employees .

DATES:Thursdays, September 7-14, 2017

TIME: 8:00a.m.–12:15p.m.OR1:00p.m.–5:15p.m.LOCATION: MercedCollege,BusinessResourceCenter

ORWednesdays, September 13-20, 2017

TIME: 1:00 p.m. – 5:15 p.m.LOCATION: MercedCollege,BusinessResourceCenterCOST: $23



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■ Leadership EssentialsThis class will help prepare new and emerging leaders to succeed by defining the roles, functions and responsibilities of great leaders . Participants will also learn effective delegation procedures and elements of successful coaching . They will learn how to display professionalism . A special emphasis will be placed on change management .

DATES:Thursdays, October 5-12, 2017

TIME: 8:00a.m.–12:15p.m.OR1:00p.m.–5:15p.m.LOCATION: MercedCollege,BusinessResourceCenter

ORWednesdays, October 11-18, 2017


■ Leading with Your Strength*This class is designed to help leaders recognize their own strengths and learn how to invest in the strengths of those they lead . Using Gallup’s Strengths Finder 2 .0 Assessment, participants will learn to take inventory on the strengths of the team they are on and the team they lead . Participants are required to purchase the Strengths Finder 2 .0 Assessment (either buy a new book or the assessment alone) .

DATES:Thursdays, November 2-9, 2017

TIME: 8:00a.m.–12:15p.m.OR1:00p.m.–5:15p.m.

ORWednesdays, November 8-15, 2017


* Students must take the assessment before the first day of class and bring a printed copy of the Insight and Action Planning Guide to the first day of class.

■ Values & EthicsEthical behavior affects what happens in the workplace . This class provides the opportunity to evaluate ethical behavior and what’s appropriate and what’s not . A 3-step checklist is introduced to help participants in recognizing ethical behavior .

DATES:Thursdays, December 7-14, 2017

TIME: 8:00a.m.–12:15p.m.OR1:00p.m.–5:15p.m.

ORWednesdays, December 6-13, 2017


For more information call (209) 386-6733 or to register go to: http://www.mercedworkplacecenter.org/c_emergingleadership.html

NONCREDITOFFERINGS

■ Intermediate ESL SkillsThis course is for intermediate level students who have learned basic survival skills, but who need instruction that will lead to a relatively sophisticated level of discourse of issues and ideas that reach beyond basic survival . This course will prepare students to take credit courses at Merced College . This course includes practice in listening, speaking, reading, and writing .

Dates:Mondays – Thursdays, August – December 2017

Time:8:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Location: BusinessResourceCenter (630W.19thStreet),Room213Instructor: RickWorden



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CAREERADVANCEMENTACADEMYJoin us for a FREE orientation session any Monday at 9:30 a .m . in Room 206 at the Business Resource Center for information on the following programs:

■ Technical Office OccupationsThe Technical Office Occupations program is geared toward the adult learner who desires vocational training in a business office setting . In this program students will learn Microsoft Windows 7 as well as Microsoft Office 2010 . Software programs include Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook . Students will also be trained in general off ice procedures and practices .

We are a Certiport Authorized Testing Center . Our certif ications include Internet & Computing Core (IC3) certif ication and Microsoft Off ice Specialist certif ication (MOS) .

Out medical Office Technology course focuses on the duties of an administrative medical off ice professional . Students will learn the Medical Manager Software Program . Students will also learn about the medical setting, communication, managing information, third-party billing, grammar, style, and terminology . Essentials of Electronic Health Records (EHR) is offered through this course .

Students will have the opportunity to gain work experience with an externship .

COURSES AVAILABLE:

> Introduction to Microcomputers > Microcomputers & Business > Medical Office Technology

CERTIFICATIONS AVAILABLE:

> Internet & Computing Core Certification (IC3)

> Microsoft Office Specialist Certification (MOS)

■ Medical AssistingThe Medical Assistant Program is geared toward the adult learner who desires vocational training in clinical setting .

In the first part of the students program they will learn Microsoft Windows 7 as well as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint . Students will also take the Internet & Computing Core (IC3) test in

Key Applications .

Bloodborne Pathogens is a National Safety Council instructor led certification course that helps to safeguard employee who face potential occupational exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials and what to do if an exposure occurs .

In the Medical Assisting course students learn to work in a medical office and clinical setting assistingphysicians with patients and maintaining the office . In the administrative side of the course, students will learn medical terminology, administrative office procedures, the computer program Medisoft, and Electronic Health Records (EHR) . In the clinical side, students will learn vital signs, medications, clinical office procedures, laboratory procedures, injections, and EKG’s .

Students will have the opportunity to gain work experience through an externship .

COURSES AVAILABLE:

> Introduction to Microcomputers > Microcomputers & Business > Bloodborne Pathogens > Medical Assisting

CERTIFICATIONS AVAILABLE:

> National Safety Council (NSC) Bloodborne & Airborne Pathogens

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CAREER TRAINING PROGRAMS ONLINE COURSE BUNDLESThese bundles allow you to take multiple coursesat a discounted price while gaining an in-depthunderstanding of the subject area. Our onlinecourses are informative, fun, convenient, andhighly interactive. New course sessions monthly.

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Accounting Fundamentals SeriesIf you're interested in increasing your financial awareness while also gaining a marketable skill, this series of courses is perfect for you.

Creating Wordpress Website SeriesThis series of courses will take you from having zero experience and knowledge of web design to more advanced techniques.

Grant Writing SuiteLearn everything you need to know to start writing grant proposals and consult or volunteer for non-profit, public foundations.

Java Programming SeriesLearn Java programming, one of the most widely used computer languages, in this discounted series of courses.

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Certified BookkeeperThis Online Training Program helps professionalbookkeepers earn prestigious American Institute ofProfessional Bookkeepers (AIPB) certification.

Human Resources ProfessionalLearn the skills nedded to gain an entry-level positionin human resources and prepare to take the PHR(Professional in Human Resources) certificate exam.

OMCA Email Marketing AssociateMaster the art of reaching people by email andbuilding an ongoing relationship using marketingautomation. Voucher Included.

Professional BookkeepingThis program teaches students how to masterprofessional bookkeeping using the QuickBooks2015 software. Software Included.

Personal Fitness TrainerLearn how to apply your client’s health history, goals,and abilities, as well as integrating exercise sciencecurriculum and practical training techniques, into asystematic model you can use to progress yourclients through different training levels and phases.

Video Game Design and Developmentthis program teaches you how to effectively designand develop games using a comprehensive andanalytical approach.

Travel Agent TrainingLearn the basic skills needed to operate a computerreservation system for airlines, travel agencies,cruise lines, hotels, or as a home-based agent.

Administrative Professional withMicrosoft Office SpecialistLearn key skills for becoming an AdministrativeProfessional and prepares you to sit for the MicrosoftOffice Specialist Certification exams.

Mobile and Desktop Web DeveloperDevelop a solid background in all of the latesttechnologies associated with web development forboth desktop and mobile environments, and at thevery end of the program, students will be able tobuild traditional and mobile websites.

Veterinary AssistantThis program will prepare you to become aproductive member of a veterinary team.

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Prepare for employment in some of today’shottest careers with a comprehensive,affordable, and self paced online Career TrainingProgram. You can begin these programs at anytime and learn at your own pace.

Accounting Fundamentals SeriesIf you're interested in increasing your financial awareness while also gaining a marketable skill, this series of courses is perfect for you.

Creating Wordpress Website SeriesThis series of courses will take you from having zero experience and knowledge of web design to more advanced techniques.

Grant Writing SuiteLearn everything you need to know to start writing grant proposals and consult or volunteer for non-profit, public foundations.

Java Programming SeriesLearn Java programming, one of the most widely used computer languages, in this discounted series of courses.

Microsoft Word 2016 SeriesLearn the ins and outs of Microsoft’s newest release of Microsoft Word. Thisdiscounted bundle teaches your everything you need to know about the 2016 release.

PHP and MySQL SeriesLearn how to create interactive websites, including how to create an interactive online store complete with an online catalog of products.

Supervision and Management SeriesThese courses will help you brush up on your leadership and interpersonal communications skills, to help you lean your team to success.

Learn More!

Certified BookkeeperThis Online Training Program helps professionalbookkeepers earn prestigious American Institute ofProfessional Bookkeepers (AIPB) certification.

Human Resources ProfessionalLearn the skills nedded to gain an entry-level positionin human resources and prepare to take the PHR(Professional in Human Resources) certificate exam.

OMCA Email Marketing AssociateMaster the art of reaching people by email andbuilding an ongoing relationship using marketingautomation. Voucher Included.

Professional BookkeepingThis program teaches students how to masterprofessional bookkeeping using the QuickBooks2015 software. Software Included.

Personal Fitness TrainerLearn how to apply your client’s health history, goals,and abilities, as well as integrating exercise sciencecurriculum and practical training techniques, into asystematic model you can use to progress yourclients through different training levels and phases.

Video Game Design and Developmentthis program teaches you how to effectively designand develop games using a comprehensive andanalytical approach.

Travel Agent TrainingLearn the basic skills needed to operate a computerreservation system for airlines, travel agencies,cruise lines, hotels, or as a home-based agent.

Administrative Professional withMicrosoft Office SpecialistLearn key skills for becoming an AdministrativeProfessional and prepares you to sit for the MicrosoftOffice Specialist Certification exams.

Mobile and Desktop Web DeveloperDevelop a solid background in all of the latesttechnologies associated with web development forboth desktop and mobile environments, and at thevery end of the program, students will be able tobuild traditional and mobile websites.

Veterinary AssistantThis program will prepare you to become aproductive member of a veterinary team.

Learn from the comfort of home!

• 6-18 Month Format

• All materials included

• Prepare for certification

• Student advisors

• 6 Week Format• 24-Hour Access • Discussion Areas• Monthly start sessions• Expert Instructor

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4EASYWAYSTOREGISTER!Any time, from anywhere, go to www .mercedcommunityservices .com . Easy and secure .

(209) 384-6224 to register using Debit/Credit (Visa/Mastercard only) or fax registration to (209) 386-6793 .

**$3 processing fee will apply to all phone registrations.Come to the Business Resource Center at 630 W . 19th Street in Merced (M St ./19th St .) Monday-Friday from 8:00 a .m . – 5:00 p .m . to register using Debit/Credit (Visa/Mastercard only) or cash .

**$3 processing fee will apply to all in person registrations.**We will bill firms and agencies for your class fee . Bring a purchase order payable to: Merced College to the Business Resource Center at least one week prior to the start of your class .

REFUNDPOLICYFORCLASSES&TRIPSCommunity Services realizes that extenuating circumstances do arise . However, Community Services does not receive any state or federal funding in order to operate . We are a fee-supported entity of the college . Your enrollments pay for the cost of the program and the office support . In many cases we are unable to recoup the costs incurred if you drop a class or trip after the drop date . In regard to this, we have established the following policies:

Class Refund Policy If you need to cancel an enrollment, please contact our office at least 7 days before the start date . You will be charged a $10 cancellation fee per person, per offering, except in cases where our office is responsible for the changes . If you need to cancel 7 days or less before the start date, you may write a letter of request to our Director, Becky Barabé, and these requests will be reviewed for a potential full or partial refund, based on your particular circumstance . Once an offering begins, we will not refund any portion of the fee . If you paid by cash, the refund will be by check and will arrive by mail . If you paid by credit card, the refund will be processed as a credit back to the same card that was used . Refunds take approximately 4-6 weeks to process .

School Initiated Cance llation – Community Services reserves the right to cancel any class . Full refunds are automatically granted if a class is cancelled by our office . Occasionally there may be adjustments to the schedule for a class due to college facilities usage . We will notify participants of any of these changes as quickly as possible . Thank you in advance for your understanding .

Trip Refund Policy If you need to cancel your bus trip, we need to have at least 30 days notice before the departure date to receive a refund . You will be charged a $10 cancellation fee per person, per trip, except in cases where our office is responsible for the changes . If you cancel the trip after the 30 day deadline, refunds will not be given unless there is a replacement for you on the trip .

School Initiated Trip Cancellation – Community Services reserves the right to cancel any bus trip, for any reason . Full refunds are automatically granted if a bus trip is cancelled by our office .

Once the class begins or trip was taken – NO REFUNDS will be issued.

If you have a disability and require special accommodations, please notify our office at least two weeks in advance of the class/trip start date so that we can make the appropriate arrangements to accommodate your request .

**$3 processing fee will apply to all phone and in person registrations.**

QUESTIONSPlease call or go to the following website:

Community Services: (209) 384-6224 or www .mercedcommunityservices .com

Career Advancement Academy: (209) 386-6738 or www .mercedcollegecaa .org

Workplace Learning Resource Center: (209) 386-6733 or www .mercedworkplacecenter .org

Adult Education: (209) 325-2810 or www .mygaen .org

Noncredit: (209) 381-6540 or www .mccd .edu/offices/noncredit

Center for International Trade Development: (209) 384-5892 or www .citd .com

Retail, Hospitality, and Tourism/Learn & Earn: (209) 386-6734 or www .centralvalley-motherlode .org

LOCATIONSBusiness Resource Center

630 W . 19th Street Merced, CA 95340

Business Resource Center


3600 M Street Merced, CA 95348

Merced College


22240 Highway 152 Los Banos, CA 93635

Los Banos Campus

Register Now! Session 1: June 5– 15, 2017

Session 2: June 19-29, 2017

Session 3: July 10-20, 2017

Session 4: July 24-August 3,2017

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