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Advancing Leadership for Healthcare................................................................... 8Building a Successful Business Using The Internet............................................ 2Business Analysis Certificate............................................................................... 7Continuing Professional Education......................................................................11Food Safety......................... .................................................................................9Food Safety: Basic Retail HACCP......................................................................... 9Lean Management Analyst.................................................................................... 7Nurse Management Credit Certificate .................................................................8Accelerated Project Management Certificate ........................................................6Personal Safety 4-1-1.............................................................................................9 Project Management Certificate ...........................................................................6Project Management Exam Preparation...............................................................6Project Management: Skills for Engineers........................................................ 7Seasonal Staff Toolkit ............................................................................................. 8

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Designing for the iPhone/iPad Platform.................................................................4Digital Photography Using Photoshop...................................................................4Microsoft Office 2007............................................................................................3.NET Certificate Using MS Visual Studio 2010....................................................5Object Oriented Programming Using JAVA.........................................................5Sharepoint.........................................................................................................4

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ESL Specialist Certificate Program..................................................................... 12Lion Lectures at PennStateAbington@611............................................................2Preparing for College / SAT Exam Prep................................................................10Registration Instructions....................................................................................13Workforce Solutions at Penn State Abington.....................................................12Youth and Teen Programs......................................................................................11

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What You Really Need to Know About Project Managementtuesday, january 11, 2011, 6:00–7:00 p.m. What exactly is a project manager? Learn what you need to know about project management and how project management can enhance your job skills.presenter: gary Somma, mBa, m.S., pmp, project management faculty

Building a Successful Business Using the Internet

How to Start a Business or Market your Business on the Internet: Building an Effective Web PresenceWednesday, january 26, 2011, 6:00–7:00 p.m. Learn how to avoid the pitfall of building a site that doesn’t attract visitors. Find out how to get your business on the first page of Google results…even if you don’t have any programming skills. presenter: Cindy mcgeever, successful Web entrepreneur and instructor

Interested in a free program? Contact Deb Bressler via e-mail at dlb60@psu.edu or call 215-881-7400.

FREE Project Management Workshop

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Buy a Kids Camp experience for a child, a Lion Lectures class for a parent or grandparent,

or a class for someone seeking more training!

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@611LIONLectures

for your busy

lifestyle.

Short daytime courses

Short daytime courses—at a convenient location—taught by award winning Penn State faculty

(6 sessions)12:30–3:00 p.m., Cost: $50

Asian Healing TraditionsDr. Pierce Salguero, Assistant Professor, Asian HistoryFridays, April 8–29, 2011(3 sessions; no class April 22)9:00–10:00 a.m., Cost: $30

Terror, The Historical RootsDr. Claire Hirshfield, Professor Emerita, European HistoryFridays, April 8–May 6, 2011(4 sessions; no class April 22)12:30–2:00 p.m., Cost: $35

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Enjoy Your Food and Be HealthyDr. Robert Bernoff, Professor Emeritus, ChemistryThursdays, March 3–April 7, 2011 (6 sessions)10:30 a.m.–12:00 noon, Cost: $50

Good Girls, Bad Girls and Absolute DivasDr. Moylan C. Mills, Professor Emeritus, Integrative ArtsThursdays, March 3–April 7, 2011

Do you ever daydream about starting your own business….being your own boss…taking control of your destiny? Do you worry about losing your job in this turbulent economy? Do you really have any guarantees with your day job?

• Progress step by step through a proven methodology to build an online business

• Our hands-on learning environment can teach you how to succeed on the internet

• Learn how to generate traffic, how to get noticed by the search engines, and how to build a business online

• Find out how to build a business on the Web, without having any technical skills or programming experience

Building a Successful Business Using The Internet BUS 5076 Wednesdays, march 2–may 4, 2011, 6:00–9:00 p.m., Fee: $895, (10 sessions)

Building A Successful Business Using The Internet

MoRE CLASSES WILL BE ANNoUNCED! Call 215-881-7400 for more information,

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2011 National Electrical Code

Introduction to Computers and the Internet CSE 5258thursdays, march 10–24, 2011, 6:00–9:00 p.m., Fee: $95, (3 sessions)

Word 2007 for Windows CSE 5315 tuesdays, February 8–march 1, 2011, 6:00–9:00 p.m., Fee: $125, (4 sessions)

Excel 2007 for Windows CSE 5317 tuesdays, march 15–april 12, 2011, 6:00–9:00 p.m., Fee: $155, (5 sessions)

Access 2007 for Windows CSE 5316 thursdays, april 7–28, 2011, 6:00–9:00 p.m., Fee: $125, (4 sessions)

PowerPoint 2007 for Windows CSE 5332 thursdays, may 5–19, 2011, 6:00–9:00 p.m., Fee: $95, (3 sessions)

Advanced Excel 2007 for Windows CSE 5144tuesdays, may 3–17, 2011, 6:00–9:00 p.m., Fee: $95, (3 sessions)

• Upgrade your computer skills.• Stay competitive in today’s job market.• Learn how to best utilize Office 2007 to your advantage.

Microsoft Office 2007

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ENGINEERS:Counts for PA

required PDH hours

Learn about the latest NEC® 2011 changes and how they impact you! Included in the cost of a seminar, you will receive the NEC® 2011 Codebook.

Course Benefits:Design and construction teams who know the most current code requirements will: * Save their clients money. * Keep system incompatibilities from holding up the job. * Provide a greater degree of protection for the building owners.

2011 National Electrical Code EE 5007DWednesdays, march 2–23, 2011, 6:30–9:30 p.m., Fee: $295, (3 sessions)

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Energy Management for Commercial Buildings

• Are you a property or facility manager?

• Do you work for a physical plant?

• Do you consider your building to be energy efficient?

If you answered yes to any of the above questions then this course is for YOU! Learn the basic steps to manage your facilities’ HVAC system for energy optimization that could result in saving your organization considerable energy dollars.

Energy Management for Commercial Buildings A E 5008 tuesday, april 12, 2011, 9:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m., Fee: $65, (1 session)

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• Sharepoint appeals to a wide range of IT professionals. Sharepoint solutions support teamwork that spans across the departments of small, medium or large organizations—a feat that requires planning, experience, and best practices in the fields of collaboration tools and Web content management, among other skills.

• Enhance your skills and knowledge base while learning to utilize the latest innovations in the field of modern information technology.

Sharepoint Architecture Administration CSE 5340Saturdays, january 22–February 19, 2011, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m., Fee: $475, (5 sessions)

Sharepoint Development CSE 5341Saturdays, march 5–april 9, 2011, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m., Fee: $585, (6 sessions)

Sharepoint

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Designing for the iPhone/iPad Platform: Web Apps and Mobile Versions of Web Pages CSE 5337mondays, march 7–april 4, 2011, 6:00–9:00 p.m., Fee: $195, (5 sessions)

• Learn how to code HTML pages specifically for the version of the Safari browser used in the iPhone OS. Also considered will be unique design considerations for the iPad, such as its 1024 x 768 display and additional UI elements and behavior.

• Topics include a review of the touch interface and which Javascript libraries are most valuable, best typographical practices, image optimization, bandwidth reduction, and a basic introduction to general-purpose mobile versions of existing websites. (This course will not cover iPhone apps coded with Objective-C.)

Designing for the iPhone/iPad Platform

Penn State Abington, in conjunction with Abington Art Center, is excited to announce a new course offering:

The Aesthetics and Techniques of Digital Photography CSE 5249may 9 to june 20, (no class 5/30), 6:30–9:00 p.m., Fee: $195, (6 sessions)

• Are you a beginner or intermediate level photographer? Join us and learn how to edit, highlight and dramatize your digital photographs using a variety of digital photo enhancement techniques.

• Review the aesthetics of photography and get better use of your digital camera as you head out to capture the world around you.

It is suggested that you own a digital SLR camera and bring it with you to class.

Digital Photography Using Photoshop

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• Illustrate your expertise in developing leading-edge enterprise solutions by using the Microsoft .NET Framework.

• Demonstrate to customers and employers your ability to support their evolving IT needs.

For those new to the .NET Certificate: Developing .NET Solutions with Visual Basic.NET CSE 5203 Wednesdays, march 2–april 13, 2011, 6:00–9:00 p.m., Fee: $585, (7 sessions)

Developing .NET Solutions with C# CSE 5200Wednesdays april 27–june 8, 2011, 6:00–9:00 p.m., Fee: $585, (7 sessions)

ASP.NET MVC (Model View Controller) CSE 5206AWednesdays, june 22–august 10, 2011, 6:00–9:00 p.m., Fee: $585, (8 sessions)

For those already enrolled in the .NET Certificate: ASP.NET MVC (Model View Controller) CSE 5206A mondays, january 10–march 7, 2011 (no class 1/17), 6:00–9:00 p.m., Fee: $585, (8 sessions)

ADo.NET Including LINQ CSE 5339mondays, march 21–may 16, 2011 (no class 4/18), 6:00–9:00 p.m., Fee: $585, (8 sessions)

Crystal Reports CSE 5325 mondays, june 6–july 11, 2011 (no class 7/4), 6:00–9:00 p.m., Fee: $475, (5 sessions)

.NET Certificate Using MS Visual Studio 2010

• Learn a state-of-the-art approach to designing software.• Gain marketable programming skills for today’s workplace.

For those already enrolled in our OOP/JAVA Certificate:Advanced JAVA Programming CSE 6682 tuesdays, january 11–February 22, 2011, 6:00–9:00 p.m., Fee: $575, (7 sessions)

J–Unit and Refactoring CSE 5279 tuesdays, march 1–april 12, 2011, 6:00–9:00 p.m., Fee: $575, (7 sessions)

For those new to our OOP/JAVA Certificate:Introduction to JAVA Programming CSE 6517thursdays, january 20–march 3, 2011, 6:00–9:00 p.m., Fee: $575, (7 sessions)

Intermediate JAVA Programming CSE 5032 thursdays, march 10–april 21, 2011, 6:00–9:00 p.m., Fee: $575, (7 sessions),Advanced JAVA Programming CSE 6682 thursdays, april 28–june 9, 2011, 6:00–9:00 p.m., Fee: $575, (7 sessions)

Object Oriented Programming Using JAVA

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• Be more desirable to your current employer! As a project manager, you help keep costs down and deliver services more efficiently.

• Gain a greater understanding and competitive edge in the field of project management.

• PMI certification looks great on a résumé or job application and is nationally recognized as the standard in the field.

For those already enrolled in our program:Project Costing and Control PJMGT 5002mondays, january 3–February 21, 2011 (no class 1/17), 6:00–9:00 p.m., Fee: $495, (7 sessions) Project Risk and Change Management PJMGT 5003mondays, march 7–april 25, 2011, (no class 4/18), 6:00–9:00 p.m., Fee: $495, (7 sessions)

For those just enrolling in our program:Project Initiation and Planning PJMGT 5000tuesdays, january 25–march 8, 2011, 6:00–9:00 p.m., Fee: $540 (includes pmBok guide), (7 sessions)

Project Scheduling and Integration PJMGT 5001Atuesdays, march 15–may 3, 2011 (no class 4/19), 6:00–9:00 p.m., Fee: $495, (7 sessions)

Project Costing and Control PJMGT 5002mondays, may 9–june 27, 2011 (no class 5/30), 6:00–9:00 p.m., Fee: $495, (7 sessions) Project Risk and Change Management PJMGT 5003mondays, july 11–august 22, 2011, 6:00–9:00 p.m., Fee: $495, (7 sessions) MS Project Overview CSE 6579thursdays, march 24–april 28, 2010, 6:00–9:00 p.m., Fee: $590 (includes the cost of the textbook), (6 sessions)

Project Management Certificate

Accelerated Project Management Program PJMGT 5014• This accelerated program is offered in a daytime format. Classes for this 22-day

program are held at our new location, PennStateAbington@611.

Course begins tuesday, january 18 and runs through Wednesday, February 23, 2011, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Fee: $2700 (includes the cost of the pmBok book), (22 sessions) no classes held on Fridays.

Accelerated Project Management Program

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Project Management Professional Exam Preparation BUSAD 5518Saturdays, june 11–25, 2011, 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., Fee: $495, (3 sessions)

Project Management Exam Preparation

ACCELERATED PROGRAM

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Lean Management Analyst

Project Management: Skills for Lead Engineers PJMGT 5015• Engineers: learn topics relevant to your field. Topics covered include forecasting, estimating, budgeting, negotiating, mediating/compromisingtuesdays, january 18–February 8, 2011, 6:00–9:00 p.m.Fee: $295, (4 sessions)

Project Management: Skills for Lead Engineers

ENGINEERS:Counts for PA

required PDH hours

Lean Management Analyst MGMT 5323Lean principles offer tangible solutions to drastically cut waste, thereby improving quality, productivity and profitability. This program can teach the fundamentals and techniques of Lean management, and can provide the follow-up skills you’ll need to achieve successful results from the shop floor to the top floor.

Why you should take this course:• Add value to your résumé! Knowing how to save a company money is a valued

skill that will make a current or prospective employer take notice!• Learn a skill that translates across all types of industries—from health care to

manufacturing. • Master the tools needed to market yourself as a problem solver. Be the person that

can break through company “silos” and see the big picture!

tuesdays, april 5–may 24 (no class 4/19), 6:00–9:00 p.m., Fee: $495, (7 sessions)

4 Course Certificate Program Business Analysts are responsible for providing the crucial link between businesses and the technology that supports them. Analysts are responsible for:• Translating needs into solutions• Keeping the project focused on the needs for which it was initiated• Gathering, documenting, and testing requirements during software development

and implementation BUS 8970 introduction to Business analysis, march 14 & 15, 2011, 16 hoursBUS 8975 plan, elicit, and assess Requirements, april 26 & 27, 2011, 16 hours BUS 8980 Requirements analysis, may 16 & 17, 2011, 16 hoursBUS 8985 Requirements management and Communication, june 7, 2011, 8 hours

Fee: $1875 for the entire (4) course program

For more information, contact Joy Fraunfelter at 215-881-7487 or jkf10@psu.edu.

Business Analysis Certificate

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NURS 433 Seminar for Nurse Managers (3 Credits)Prerequisite: NURS 301, 302, 310, 320 or current and valid RN license for RN to B.S. majors. Focuses on the application of management principles in the role of the nurse manager.

This 3 credit course—which is part of the Certificate in Nurse Management Program—is for Licensed Registered Nurses who would like to enrich their knowledge of healthcare organizations and administration.

tuesdays, january 11–april 5, 2011, 6:00–9:00 p.m.

Fee: Undergraduate tuition rates apply to this course; Graduate tuition rates apply to those students who have a bachelor’s degree.

Nurse Management Credit Certificate

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Supervision Essentials for Nurse Managers and other Health Care Professionals Develop the skills you need to be an effective supervisor in the health care arena. These courses can provide a solid foundation for newly appointed supervisors and help more experienced supervisors advance to the next level of performance.• Build valuable work relationships and develop a

personal leadership style• Learn how to manage your time effectively• Select and develop high-performance employees

mdeV 6000h February 22 and march 30, 2011, 9:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m., Fee: $695mdeV 6001h april 11 and 12, 2011, 9:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m., Fee: $695

For more information, contact Randy ingbritsen at 215-881-7405 or rxi3@psu.edu.

Advancing Leadership for Health Care

Seasonal Staff Toolkit “Should we hire them?”Will you be hiring part time staff this summer? are you worried that they might not possess the skills to perform the work? What about liability?

many questions and concerns arise about seasonal employees. this Seasonal Staff toolkit can help prepare you. discover how to effectively tap their energy and skills. prepare your staff with pre- season training/orientation. manage full-time, part-time employee interaction and communication better.

MGMT 5265 april 15 or may 13, 2011, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., Fee: $200

Seasonal Staff Toolkit

“This gave us the opportunity to enhance specific skills and prepare for our role transition into leadership.” - Gwendolyn, student

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Food Safety Training: ServSafe® 8 hours home study, 8 hours in class with examThe ServSafe® preparation course can equip you with the information you need to pass the food safety examination issued by the National Restaurant Association. Upon completion and passing of the exam, you will earn a Basic ServSafe® Food Safety Certification valid for five years. FD SC 7052S tuesday, january 25, or tuesday, march 1, or tuesday, april 5, or tuesday, may 10, 2011, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Fee: $179 includes materials, (1 session)

Recertification is also available on the same dates for a fee of $109 HR&IM 7023 (1 session) from 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

For more information, contact judy ahern at 215-881-7488 or jsa16@psu.edu.

Food Safety

Basic Retail HACCP (Hazard Analysis & Critical Control Point) one day training and exam The HACCP preparation course can equip you with the information needed to take the Basic HACCP Certification Exam. Upon completion and passing of the exam, you will earn a Basic HACCP Food Safety Certification valid for four years.

This advanced food safety course can help you:• Identify the most common causes of food borne illnesses• Identify hazards and critical control points associated with food preparation• Apply standard operating procedures for food safety and food defense

BUS 5081 january 11, or march 21, or may 9, 2011, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., Fee: $155 (includes materials), (1 session)

For more information, contact joy Fraunfelter or kena Sears at 215-881-7400.

Or go to: www.abington.psu.edu/businessskills@

Personal Safety 4-1-1: What you don’t know may harm you!

Do you have a personal emergency escape plan at work?What would you do if an emergency happened at a large event?Does watching the news on television make you more nervous about staying safe? Leading security guru, Victor Cooper, gives you an insider’s perspective to the world of security. He offers practical tools and strategies that can be applied in everyday common situations. Topics include:• Personal safety and awareness• Workplace security• Staying safe at special events• Preventing disaster before it strikes

Wednesdays, February 16–march 9, 2011, 6:00–8:00 p.m., Fee: $125

Register by calling kena Sears, 215-881-7388 or krs139@psu.edu.

Personal Safety 4-1-1

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SAT Exam Preparation

SAT Preparation Verbal (YTHPR 5099)• Strengthen your vocabulary and grammar skills.• Focus on the ability to develop and support a position in writing the required essay.• Explore test-taking strategies and review practice tests in class.Section 001, Wednesdays, February 9–march 2, 2011, 6:15–8:30 p.m., Fee: $140Section 002, Saturdays, February 12–26, 2011, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon, Fee: $140Section 003, Saturdays, april 2–16, 2011, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon, Fee: $140

SAT Preparation Math (YTHPR 5100)• Review basic concepts in number theory, algebra and geometry.• Understand basic test taking strategies: how to pace yourself, when to guess, how to

approach multiple-choice questions and answer open-ended questions.• In class review of practice testsSection 001, thursdays, February 10–march 3, 2011, 6:15–8:30 p.m., Fee: $140Section 002, Saturdays, February 12–26, 2011, 12:30–3:30 p.m., Fee: $140Section 003, Saturdays, april 2–16, 2011, 12:30–3:30 p.m., Fee: $140

Take both the math and verbal courses, and the total fee is $260.

Penn State Abington offers a wide variety of programs taught by University-approved instructors for children and teens throughout the year. The blend of educational as well as fun and unique experiences—all in a suburban college setting—make our programs popular and exciting options for your soon-to-be college student. Give them a taste of college while helping them prepare for this big transition in life. For more information, visit us online at www.abington.psu.edu/youthteen.

Study Skills for Success for the High School and New College Student (YTHPR 5070) For high school students in grades 9–12Study skills are essential for any student’s success. This workshop will focus on: • test taking and note taking techniques• practical methods for approaching objective and essay tests • how to efficiently study, write and compose effective prose Wednesday, February 2, 2011, 7:00–9:00 p.m., Fee: $35

College Search Strategies that Work (YTHPR 5188)For high school students in grades 10–12This program targets students who are either beginning or already immersed in their college search. Discussion will include topics such as: • creating a college checklist and making the most of college visits• developing your own ranking system and targeting appropriate schools• discussing how to choose a college majorWednesday, april 13, 2011, 7:00–9:00 p.m., Fee: $35

Explain Yourself! College Admissions Essay Workshop (YTHPR 5256)For high school students in grades 11–12Join us for discussions focused on:• understanding the purpose of the application essay and how colleges use it• assessing important considerations and learning methods of tackling the essay• outlining and creating a rough draft of an application essay or personal statement Wednesday, may 4, 2011, 7:00–9:00 p.m., Fee: $35

Parents and students are encouraged to attend together. (Cost for program is for one parent and child.)

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Spring Youth and Teen Programs

Geocaching Adventure For students ages 10 and up and their familiesGain an introduction to the activity of geocaching and explore the Penn State Abington campus on this hi-tech scavenger hunt. Each team will find hidden containers (caches), learn campus and University trivia, and explore parts of the campus they may have never visited. To register for this event, call 215-881-7800.

Sunday, april 10, 2011 (Rain date: april 17),1:00–4:00 p.m., Fee: $10 per family; payable in advance (Registration: www.abington.psu.edu/Caregister or 215-881-7800)

Boy’s Basketball Clinic (YTHPR 5095)Section 001, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m., For students in grades 5 to 8Section 002, 1:00–4:00 p.m., For students in grades 9 to 12The head men’s basketball coach at Penn State Abington, Chris Potash, and members of the Nittany Lion basketball team will lead instruction in the basic skills of basketball, as well as game concepts. The clinic will include drills and games designed to help improve students’ skills in a college practice session setting in Penn State Abington’s Athletic Building.

Saturday, april 16, 2011, Fee: $30

Spring 2011

Continuing Professional Education For:Attorneys Irs enrolled Agents

CertIFIed PublIC ACCountAnts nursIng Home AdmInIstrAtors

CertIFIed FInAnCIAl PlAnners sAFety mAnAgers FACIlIty mAnAgers soCIAl Workers

Why choose Penn State Abington? Programs are offered when you need them on Saturdays, evenings and weekdays at three convenient locations:—Penn State Abington—Our new corporate training center, PennStateAbington@611—Penn State Cooperative Extension in Doylestown

For more information, contact Theresa Bloom at 215-881-7402 or tmb17@psu.edu.

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NEW Summer Camp Open HOuSeSaturday, May 14, 2011

10:00 a.m.–12:00 noon 108 Lares Building, Penn State Abington

For more information about the 2011 Kids & Teen Summer Camps, go to: www.abington.psu.edu/youthteen

Summer is just around the corner. What are your children and teens doing? Come and learn about the many educational camps and teen enrichment programs we will offer this summer.

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Check out Penn State’s ESL Specialist Certificate program

A five-course (15-credit) program for teachers in Pennsylvania.

Approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education for ESL Program Specialist Certification. Penn State is an Act 48-approved provider.

Attention Educators:

WorkforceSolutions

on-site and

on-time

You hired the best employees, now is the time to sharpen their skills. Penn State Abington customizes and delivers employee training programs to get your team up to speed and on the same page...on-site and on-time.

Call Joy Fraunfelter at 215-881-7487 or Kena Sears at 215-881-7388 today.

For more information, call 215-881-7400

Experience our popular blended learning format. • Attend only 3 Saturday

classroom meetings per course• Participate in additional

assignments and projects online

• Join educators from the tri-county area at our accessible Abington location

SPring 2011WL ED 400:

Foundations of Language in Second Language Teaching

Jan. 29 & Feb. 12, 26, (3 credits)Saturdays, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

APLNG 484: Functional-Discourse grammar

March 12, 26 & April 9, (3 credits)Saturdays, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

WL ED 444: Language, Culture, and the

Classroom: issues for Practitioners May 7, 21 & June 4 (3 credits)

Saturdays, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

FALL 2011WL ED 483: Evaluating Schools

Performances and Programs with English Language Learners

Dates TBA (3 credits)

APLNG 493: Teaching English as a Second Language

Dates TBA (3 credits)

For more information about the 2011 Kids & Teen Summer Camps, go to: www.abington.psu.edu/youthteen

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Discounts: penn State alums receive a 10% discount on all courses (except Oracle, Youth/Teen Programs, credit courses or gift certificates). Please include your graduation year on the registration form. We also offer a 10% discount for members of WhYY. proof of membership is required. Some exclusions may apply. We also offer group discounts. please call for details.

Note: Discount is valid only at time of registration and cannot be applied after registration is processed. Discounts cannot be combined with any other offer.

Computer Course Technology Fee: there is a $25 fee, payable once a semester, for computer courses.

Course Cancellations: Courses may be cancelled or postponed by the University due to insufficient enrollment or other unforeseen circumstances. If a course is cancelled, students are contacted and full refunds issued. although we make every effort to continue certificate programs, it is within the University’s right to discontinue them when necessary.

Access: penn State encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs. if you anticipate needing any type of accommodation or have questions about the physical access provided, contact deb Bressler at 215-881-7400.

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Phone-In: Call the Professional Development Office at 215-881-7389 with a masterCard or ViSa number.

Mail-In: download, complete, and mail us your registration form with payment to the Professional Development Office, 122 Sutherland Building, 1600 Woodland Road, abington, pa 19001-3990.

Fax-In: Fax the registration form to 215-881-7317. please then call 215-881-7389 with your credit card information.

online: look for the Register Now links next to the course listings on our Web site.

In Person: Register in room 122 Sutherland, monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. or in Room 121 Sutherland, monday through thursday, 5–9 p.m.

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