NCCC’S NEW LEARNING COMMONS!

716-614-6222 . www.niagaracc.suny.edu . 3111 Saunders Settlement Rd., Sanborn, NY 14132

NIAGARA COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGECONTINUING & COMMUNITY EDUCATION

FALL 2018

NCCC’S NEW LEARNING COMMONS!

NCCC OFFERS OVER 60 DEGREE AND CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS

• Fine Arts, AS• Health Studies, AS*• Horticulture, AAS, Cert.• Hospitality Management, AAS• Hospitality Operations, Cert.• Human Services, AA*• Individual Studies, AAS• Industrial Process Technology, AAS• Liberal Arts and Sciences, AA• Liberal Arts and Sciences: Humanities & Social Science, AA*• Liberal Arts and Sciences: Humanities & Social Sciences (Jointly Registered with SUNY College at Buffalo - Childhood Education 1-6 BS), AA• Liberal Arts and Sciences: Math & Science, AS• Liberal Arts and Sciences: Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), AA• Massage Therapy, AAS• Mechanical Technology: Mechanical Design, AAS• Medical Assistant, AAS• Music, AS, Cert• Nursing (RN), AAS• Personal Training , Cert.• Phlebotomist, Cert.• Physical Education Studies, AS • Physical Therapist Assistant, AAS• Practical Nursing (LPN), Cert.• Public Communication, AS• Radiologic Technology, AAS• Recreation Studies, AS• Sport Management, AS*• Surgical Technology, AAS• Teaching Assistant, Cert.• Theatre Arts, AS• Welding Technology, AAS• Wine & Beverage Management, Cert.• Winery Operations, AAS

*Programs also offered online

• Accounting, AS, AAS• Animal Management, AAS• Animation, AS• Audio Recording & Production, Cert.• Baking & Pastry Arts, AAS, Cert.• Biology, AS (Five Tracks) -Biology OR -Health Sciences OR -Biochemistry/Cell, Molecular Biology OR -Ecology/Conservation/ Environmental Biology OR -Organismal Biology/Physiology• Biotechnology, AS• Brewery Operations, AAS• Business Management, Cert.*• Business: Business Administration, AS*, AAS*• Business: Retail Business Management, AAS• Chemical Dependency Counseling, Cert.• Computer Aided Drafting & Design (CADD): Mechanical, Process Piping and Control, AAS• Computer Aided Drafting, Cert.• Computer Information Systems, AS*• Computer Science, AS• Criminal Justice, AS• Culinary Arts, AAS• Culinary Skills, Cert.• Dietetics Studies, AS• Digital Media, AS (Two Tracks) -Web Production OR -Video and Audio Production• Digital Media: Web Production, Cert.• Disability Studies, Cert.• Distillery Operations, AAS• Early Childhood Studies, Cert.• Engineering Studies, AS (Three Tracks) -Aerospace, Mechanical, Undecided Engineering OR -Civil Engineering OR -Environmental Engineering• Environmental Studies, AS

716-614-6222 . www.niagaracc.suny.edu . 3111 Saunders Settlement Rd., Sanborn, NY 14132

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FALL 2018

November 8th 5:30pm-7:30pmNovember 10th 11:00am-1:00pm

NIAGARA COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE

NIAGARA FALLS CULINARY INSTITUTE

FALL 2018

October 24th 6:00pm - 8:00pmOctober 27th 11:00am - 1:00pm

3111 Saunders Settlement Road, Sanborn, NY 14132www.niagaracc.suny.edu | 716-614-6222

28 Old Falls Street, Niagara Falls, NY 14303www.nfculinary.org | 716-210-2525

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Medical Billers Medical Billers are required by health care facilities and agencies to do the important job of medical billing, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays, 5:00-9:00 PM, October 16–February 28, $2350

WIOA (Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act) funding eligible! For more info. call 716-614-2222, ext. 4109

Or progress through the Medical Billing program one module at a time! (Courses offered twice a year, spring & fall)

Medical TerminologyUniversal language used by healthcare professionals, Tuesdays, 5:00-9:00 PM, October 16–December 18, $450

Understanding Health Insurance Highlights the concepts and procedures required to prepare and submit accurate health insurance claims, understand the specific needs of various companies. Wednesdays, 5:00-9:00 PM, October 17–December 19; Tuesdays & Wednesdays, January 8–30, 5:00-9:00 PM, $750

MedisoftMedical billing software used by health care professionals (Understanding Health Insurance is prerequisite), Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 5:00-9:00 PM, February 5-27, $550

Microsoft Office - Word & ExcelBeginning through intermediate commands, Word and Excel applications, Thursdays, 5:00-9:00 PM, October 18-February 21, $700

Pharmacy Technicians Pharmacy Technicians perform technical and clerical duties in the systematic operation of a pharmacy, Mondays & Wednesdays, 6:00-9:00 PM, September 10-December 6, $675

Sterile Processing Technicians Sterile Processing Technicians sterilize instru-ments for surgical procedures, and clean and sanitize medical equipment for patient use. Tuesdays & Thursdays (or Tuesday & Wednes-day, depending on enrollment) 6:00-9:00 PM, October 2-November 21, $750

Infection Control Online This program meets the requirements for New York State Department of Health and State Education Department licenses, 3 Continuing Education Units (CEUs), enrollment is open, $53

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)This course presents the National Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Education Standards for the EMT. Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6:00-10:30 PM, August 28–January 17, or Saturdays, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM, August 25–January 12, $700

Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT)For current NYS DOH EMTs who wish to acquire new and/or additional advanced life support skills. Mondays & Wednesdays, 6:00-10:30 PM, August 27–January 16, $530

EMT RefresherTo retain NYS DOH EMS certification, all EMS personnel must refresh their certification every three years. Tuesdays & Thursdays, 7:00-10:30 PM, August 28 – January 17, $335

AEMT Refresher To retain NYS DOH EMS certification, all EMS personnel must refresh their certification every three years. Mondays & Wednesdays, 6:00-10:30 PM, August 27 – January 16, $400

COURSE OFFERINGS IN CONTINUING & COMMUNITY EDUCATION

CAREER TRAINING

Register at: www.niagaracc.suny.edu/conted/ Contact: [email protected] or 716-614-6236

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Autodesk Inventor 2017 BasicsInventor is a 3D parametric modeling software package allowing you to create 3D parts and assemblies; and 2D drawings used for fabri-cation and assembly processes. Mondays & Wednesdays, 5:00-9:00 PM, October 2-November 11, $750

Income Tax PreparationLearn how to prepare income taxes for individuals! Dates TBA, $550

Microsoft Office: Excel, PowerPoint, WordThis course is geared towards an audience with an intermediate level of computer experience. Monday & Tuesday, 6:00-8:00 PM, $95/course or $250 for all 3! Dates TBA

ENHANCE YOUR CAREER

AEMT Paramedic RecertificationA challenge/evaluation exam is offered to allow classroom credit for previous NYS DOH AEMT-Paramedic knowledge. Students must have NYS DOH AEMT-Paramedic certification. Mondays & Wednesdays, 7:00-10:30 PM, September 12-January 16, $700

Basic Life Support Training for the Healthcare ProviderAmerican Heart Association CPR/AED 5-hour course, 2-year AHA Certification is provided. Thursday, August 16, 6:00-11:00 PM, $70

Drone PilotLearn to fly a drone for emerging career opportunities, to start a business, or for recreation, Mondays & Wednesdays, September 17-26, 6:00-9:00 PM, $750

Film CrewPrepare for entry-level positions in film making: PA (Production Assistant), Grip, Second AC (Assistant Camera) & DIT, Saturdays, 9:00 AM-12:00 PM, $595/5-week sessions, $1600 for entire 15 week experience! Dates TBA

Security Guard8-Hour Pre-AssignmentA general introductory course that must be completed to apply for NYS Security Guard registration. Saturday, August 25, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM, $75

VETERAN APPROVED PROGRAMSEmergency Medical Technician

EMT Refresher Advanced Emergency Medical Technician

AEMT Critical Care RefresherAEMT Refresher, Medical Billing

Pharmacy TechnicianSecurity Guard

Sterile Processing Technician

Notary Review WorkshopPrepare for the NY State Notary Public test, Monday, 5:00-9:00 PM, September 24, $100

Public SpeakingThis course provides instruction and experi-ence in preparation and delivery of speeches, Wednesdays, 6:00-9:00 PM, October 17 & 24, $150

Stress ManagementMindfulness is being recognized by medical professionals as one of the most highly effective treatments for stress, Saturdays, 12:00-2:30 PM, Dates TBA, $195

Supervisory Leadership21st century skills for leaders at all levels, Saturday, 9:00 AM-12:00 PM, October 13, $75


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ONLINETHE CENTER FOR LEGAL STUDIES

Paralegal Certificate Course © $1289

Advanced Paralegal Certificate Course* $1800 / $300ea. 15 Specialty Topic Courses

Medical Professional Legal Consultant $975

Legal Nurse Consultant Training $895

Advanced Legal Research and Writing $729

Employment Law Certificate Course $729

Intellectual Property Law for Engi-neers

$645

Legal Investigation $645

Legal Secretary Certificate Course $645

Victim Advocacy $645

Alternative Dispute Resolution $645

Law School Preparation Course $300

TEST PREP: ACT, GMAT, GRE, LSAT, SAT $150-$300

All courses are designed to provide students with practical real-world skills they need to be job-ready. Above listed pricing reflects tuition only. Required books and materials are not included. Register: 1-800-522-7737 or www.legalstudies.com/vendor/nccc/

OVER 380 ADDITIONAL CAREER TRAINING COURSES AVAILABLE

Accounting & FinanceBusiness & LeadershipCareer & HospitalityEducation & Personal DevelopmentGreen & Renewable EnergyHealthcare & Allied HealthIndustrial & Skilled TradesLegal & Criminal JusticeMultimedia & Graphic DesignProgramming & Web ApplicationsSpanish in the WorkplaceTechnology & Computer Programs

Find them at: www.niagaracc.theknowledgebase.org/connect-anytime-online/catalog

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AAA Driver Education Classes help students learn safe driving tech-niques. Successful students will receive their MV285 (blue card) and a one-year basic mem-bership with AAA; Tuesdays & Thursdays, 5:00-8:00 PM, September 18-November 8, $455

Insurance & Point ReductionCall AAA of Western NY at 800-836-2582 and register for a class held at NCCC; 9:00 AM-3:30 PM, August 28 & 30, September 29, October 27

Motorcycle Safety Programs Provide motorcycle/scooter training and licensing courses for all experience levels. To register call 716-542-3808 and request the NCCC site or visit www.ridemss.com

Essential Oils-Ditch & Switch! Learn how to switch from products made with chemicals for natural essential oil alternatives, Saturday, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM, August 18, FREE

Family & Friends CPR For people who want to learn CPR, but do not need a CPR course completion card to meet a job requirement. This course is ideal for community groups, new parents, grandparents, babysitters, and others interested in learning how to save a life. Saturday, 9:00 AM-12:00 PM, August 25, FREE

PERSONAL ENRICHMENTFinancial Planning SeriesSaturdays, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM, October 6-27, FREE

Homeowners’ Guide To Maintaining Your PropertyPreparing Your Home for Winter- take time now, save money. Saturday, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM, November 3, FREE

Horticulture ClassesAugust 27-December 14

Floral Design IMondays, 6:00-7:50 PM & Tuesdays, 6:00-8:50 PM, $200

Landscape Design ITuesdays & Thursdays, 8:15-10:50 AM, $100

Landscape Installation & MaintenanceMondays, 8:00-9:50 AM & Wednesdays, 8:00–10:50 AM, $100

Greenhouse ManagementTuesdays & Thursdays, 3:30-4:45 PM, $100

Art & History of HorticultureTuesdays & Thursdays, 12:00-1:15 PM, $100

Woody Plant MaterialsFridays, 8:00-12:50 PM, $100

VISIT OUR WEBSITE OFTEN TO CHECK FOR ADDITIONAL CLASSES!

CONTACT US ABOUT CUSTOMIZED CORPORATE TRAINING IN ADVANCED MANUFACTURING, HEALTH & SAFETY, AND ADVANCED

BUSINESS PRACTICES; COURSES FOR CEUs.

FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK:WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/NCCCWORKFORCE


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Date Night - The Perfect SteakSaturday, August 25th - 6:00-9:30 PMGrab a date and have some steak! This class will teach how to sear steak perfectly, how to tackle Bearnaise, and how to plate like a pro! Cost per participant $70.

Baking - Croissants and Puff PastryThursday, September 6th - 6:00-10:00 PMLearn how to make bakery-level croissants and a perfect quick puff pastry recipe that’ll be your go-to for any dinner party! Cost per participant $55.

Food & Wine - Pairing Pitfalls and Improbable MatchesSaturday, September 8th - 5:00-7:00 PMExplore the reason certain foods are notori-ously difficult to pair and why some pairing assumptions are best forgotten. Cost per participant $45.

International - ChineseFriday, September 14th - 6:00-9:30 PMSkip the takeout tonight! This class will teach you how to make fried rice, Crab Rangoon and General Tso’s chicken that doesn’t have a delivery fee! Cost per participant $55.

Foundation - Knife Skills/GrillingSaturday, September 22nd - 6:00-9:00 PMBreak out the grill! This class will teach proper knife skills, a fun and easy summer sauce, and the tricks to grilling steak perfectly- every time! Cost per participant $55.

Date Night - The Perfect Roast ChickenSaturday, September 29th - 6:00-9:30 PMLearn to make a meal that will wow them at home- crispy perfectly cooked roast chicken and creamy risotto will be your next at-home date night meal! Cost per participant $65.

Baking - TrufflesThursday, October 4th - 6:00-9:00 PMLearn how to make truffles like a pro! This class will cover the basics of ganache flavoring and the professional way to coat truffles in chocolate! Cost per participant $55.

Food & Wine - Complimentary and Contrasting: A Match Made in HeavenSaturday, October 6th - 5:00-7:00 PMUnderstand how aromatics and weight can create perfect pairings both as contrasts and compliments. Cost per participant $45.

COMMUNITY EDUCATION AT NFCI

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COMMUNITY EDUCATION AT NFCIInternational - IndianFriday, October 12th - 6:00-9:30 PMLove Indian food but don’t want to leave the house? This class will teach you how to make naan from scratch, delicious Tikka Masala, and basmati rice the way the Indian restaurants do! Cost per participant $55.

Date Night - Stuffed Shrimp Saturday, October 27th - 6:00-9:00 PMMake a Caesar salad like the pros do! With stuffed shrimp and creamy orzo, this meal is perfect for a special night in! Cost per participant $60.

Baking - BreadThursday, November 1st - 6:00-10:00 PMLearn how to bake like a professional! This class will make French bread and a quick weeknight bread perfect for any occasion. Discover the difference between fermenta-tion and chemical leavening agents. Cost per participant $55.

Register at: www.nfculinary.org/community-education.php 28 Old Falls Street, Niagara Falls, NY 14303 | 716-210-2525

SUNY EMPIRE STATE COLLEGE TO OPEN OFFICE ON NCCC SANBORN CAMPUS

ASSOCIATES DEGREE

SUNY Empire State College educates nearly 18,000 adult students in person, online, and through a blend of both, at more than 30 locations in New York including on the Niagara County Community College campus. Together with one of the college’s faculty mentors, each SUNY Empire student designs his or her own customized pathway to a college degree that accommodates his or her schedule and awards credit for prior college-level learning. SUNY Empire awards more than 3,000 degrees annually and 94 percent of graduates stay in New York state. Today, more than 84,000 SUNY Empire alumni are entrepreneurs, veterans and active members of the military, professional athletes, teachers, medical professionals and leaders in their field, as well as in their communities. To learn more, contact SUNY Empire at 800-847-3000, visit www.esc.edu and follow the college on social media @SUNYEmpire.

BACHELOR’S DEGREE

The Niagara Falls Culinary Institute hosts private parties, paid trainings, and events in addition to the wide-range of community education classes listed above.

For more information contact Ben Loomis at 716-210-2550 or email [email protected]

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NCCC THUNDERWOLVES ATHLETICS SCHEDULES

Men’s Fall Soccer Home GamesDate Time OpponentSept. 1 3:00 PM vs. SUNY Broome Community College

Sept. 5 4:30 PM vs. Tompkins Cortland Community College

Sept. 12 5:00 PM vs. Genesee Community College

Sept. 19 5:00 PM vs. Erie Community College

Sept. 23 2:00 PM vs. Herkimer College

Sept. 30 2:00 PM vs. Hudson Valley Community College

Oct. 3 4:00 PM vs. Finger Lakes Community College

Oct. 7 2:00 PM vs. Fulton-Montgomery Community College

Oct. 10 4:00 PM vs. Corning Community College

Women’s Fall Soccer Home GamesDate Time OpponentSept. 1 1:00 PM vs. SUNY Broome Community College

Sept. 5 2:30 PM vs. Tompkins Cortland Community College



Sept. 23 12:00 PM vs. Herkimer College

Sept. 30 12:00 PM vs. Hudson Valley Community College

Oct. 3 2:00 PM vs. Finger Lakes Community College

Oct. 7 12:00 PM vs. Fulton-Montgomery Community College

Oct. 10 2:00 PM vs. Corning Community College

Women’s Fall Volleyball Home GamesDate Time Opponent



Sept. 15Sept. 15Sept. 15

TBATBATBA

vs. Hudson Valley Community Collegevs. SUNY Adirondack

vs. North Country Community College

Sept. 18 6:00 PM vs. Mercyhurst North East

Sept. 18 6:00 PM vs. Mercyhurst North East

Oct. 27 TBA vs. TBA

Oct. 28 TBA vs. TBA

For a complete schedule of all Thunderwolves Fall sports or any other NCCC athletics information go to: www.ncccathletics.com

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The Learning Commons Center is a $25 million dollar project on the NCCC Sanborn campus that will open its doors in beginning of the fall 2018 semester. It is anticipated the Learning Commons will become the nucleus of the campus; a place for faculty to collaborate and help students develop critical thinking skills while incorporating state-of-the-art technology, multiple student support services, and a home for both students and staff. The Learning Commons will be home to Academic Coaches, Student Support Staff, Student Tutoring, the Child Development Center, the Dolce-Valvo Art Gallery and the Office of Information and Technology.

INTRODUCING NCCC’S NEW LEARNING COMMONS

ATTENTION existing small-businesses and entrepreneurs. The Niagara Small Business Development Center (SBDC) provides management and technical assistance. Services include business planning, development of marketing and global strategies, cash-flow projections, and financial analysis. The SBDC is staffed by knowledgeable, experienced professionals who can provide you with expert individualized counseling to help you grow your business.

Administered by the State University of New York (SUNY), the center specializes in free and confidential one-on-one counseling dealing with small-business opportunities and problems.

The SBDC also offers training and instructional programs targeted to the needs and interests of the small business.

Contact us today at 716-210-2515 or [email protected] to make an appointment or visit our website at www.niagarasbdc.org.

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