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Accounting & Bookkeeping
Learn essential skills, become proficient with accounting software and/or prepare
for the QuickBooks Certification Exam. Course content includes adjusting book
entries, correction of accounting errors, basic book and tax depreciation, basic
payroll and inventory accounting management. Specific classes also focus on
necessary skills and information to start, operate and expand a business, as well as
QuickBooks, financial planning, and tax issues.
Recommended Courses
ONL 223 Accounting Fundamentals
ONL 224 Accounting Fundamentals II
ONL 162 Introduction to QuickBooks 2013
ONL 167 Intermediate QuickBooks 2013
ONL 192 Introduction to QuickBooks 2016
ONL 191 Intermediate QuickBooks 2016
Trades & Vocational Training
Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)
Introduces student to the basics of electricity and controls, function, and
components of air conditioning and heating systems. The series of courses
provides instruction on repairing and troubleshooting; designing, assembling and
operating a working refrigeration system; understanding electrical diagram and
mechanical principles of heating systems; and practicing efficient operation and
maintenance techniques.
Recommended Courses
HVC 121 Fundamentals of HVACR
HVC 122 Controls for HVACR
HVC 123 HVAC Installation & Troubleshooting
HVC 125 Fossil Fuels & Hydronic Heating
Welding
Introduces student to the basics of welding including the equipment used and
safety procedures. The series of courses provides instruction to gain certifications
in structural steel positions. Learn the difference in welds using STICK, TIG and MIG
welding equipment, positioning for structural steel welds and techniques required
to make quality structural steel welds.
Recommended Courses
WLD 160 Introduction to Welding
WLD 161 Advanced Welding: SMAW
WLD 162 Advanced Welding: GTAW
WLD 163 Advanced Welding: GMAW
WLD 164 Advanced Welding: SMAW 4G
WLD 165 Welding Symbols & Blueprint Reading
Automotive Technology
Enter the field by developing a working knowledge of vehicle operations and
maintenance. Become familiar with key functions, critical components, tools and
parts identification and use, as well as workplace safety guidelines. Understand
service technician tasks and responsibilities while acquiring the knowledge and
skills to assist experienced mechanics with repairs and maintenance. Participate
in Workplace Excellence discussions to develop an understanding of employer
expectations in today's economy.
Continuing Education Programs of Study
Recommended Courses
TRD 258 Introduction to Automotive Technology
TRD 259 Basic Automotive Mechanics Externship
Electrical
Introduces student to the basics of electricity, electrical calculations, basic
electrical circuits, the National Electrical Code, wiring methods and materials,
wiring protection, equipment wiring requirements, special conditions wiring
requirements, and low voltage systems.
Recommended Courses
ELC 120 Fundamentals of Structural Wiring
ELC 121 Residential Electric
ELC 122 Commercial Electric
ELC 123 Specialized Systems
Early Childhood Development
Child Care
Learn to work effectively with young children by understanding the basic growth
and developmental principles including social, emotional, physical and intellectual
developmental stages. Discover materials and methods used to create activities
for young children that advance physical, cognitive, communicative, creative and
social skills. Examine the normal stage of child development, health, feeding, play,
rest, abuse, as well as appropriate activities for socialization, positive guidance
techniques, and skills to enhance parent/caregiver communication.
Child Care 90-Hour Certificates
Child Care Teacher Infant/Toddler:
• CHI 300 Child Growth and Development (online) and
• CHI 311 Infant and Toddler Care (online)
Child Care Teacher Preschool:
• CHI 300 Child Growth and Development (online) and
• CHI 301 Preschool Curriculum & Activities (online)
Child Care Teacher School Age:
• CHI 300 Child Growth and Development (online) and
• CHI 302 School Age Child Care (online)
Child Care Director Teacher:
• One of the above 90-hour certificates plus
• CHI 310 Child Care Administration (online)
Healthcare andWellness Careers
Certified Nursing Assistant
Become a Certified Nursing Assistant and Geriatric Nursing Assistant in three
to six months. Learn about basic patient care skills, your role as a member of
the healthcare team, disease processes, infection control, and safety issues.
Combined with the clinicals, this course meets all eligibility requirements for
CNA certification in the state of Maryland and prepares you for the Geriatric
Nursing Assistant (GNA) test. The program requires study time outside of class and
includes tests, both written and skills, which must be passed prior to starting the
clinical sessions.
Non-credit courses. Fee structure for courses is subject to change. Consult the current Continuing Education class schedule.
Courses not eligible for federal financial aid.