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February 29, 2008 Davidson County Community College will offer the following Continuing Education and Basic Skills classes in Thomasville at the Workforce & Continuing Education Building beginning March 17, 2008. These classes are featured in the Spring 2008 Continuing Education Courses Registration Guide on pages 18 - 35. For additional information, please call 224-4550. Please refer to the CID number when registering for your class.
Achieving College/Career Entry
Preparation for Accuplacer/ASSET/WorkKeys
• Designed to improve skills in math, oral and written communication, reading, and teamwork
• Classes and materials are offered at no cost to students
• Self-paced review for the college placement exam in an inviting, adult friendly environment
Monday – Friday 8:30a.m. – 1:00p.m.
Steps Toward Employment and Personal Success (S.T.E.P.S.) – CID # 11747
This is an open lab which provides one-on-one assistance to Workers in Transition as they seek to successfully enter today’s workplace. They will learn how to develop a professional resume, develop a successful job search strategy, look on the Internet to do on-line job searches, how to download and fill out on-line applications, how to communicate positively and effectively, and how to do well on a job interview. They will also be able to prepare for and obtain a Career Readiness Certificate and create a Career Portfolio. The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator asessment will be administered in this course, and the student will to meet with the Small Business Center Director. This course is fee waived (FREE) to those that are unemployed, have received notice of a layoff or meet eligibility requirements.
Workforce and Continuing Education Building $65 January 15- April 9
Tuesday - Thursday 1:30 - 4:30 p.m., 114 hours
Instructor: Staff Technology Fee: $5
Medical Office Administration - CID # 11725
This is an introductory course designed to acquaint the student with specific knowledge and skills needed as an administrative medical assistant. Content includes general procedures, legal and ethical aspects of the job, communication and problem solving skills, and use of the computer in the medical field. Exercises will also address developing a positive self-concept. A list of other materials needed will be given at the first class. Students MUST have some knowledge of Microsoft Word. Students need to bring a USB Flash Drive to the second class. Information on what type to purchase will be given at first class. This course is fee waived (FREE) to those who are unemployed, have been notified of a layoff, or meet eligibility requirements.
Workforce and Continuing Education Building $65 March 31 – June 4
Monday - Thursday 6:00 - 9:00 p.m., 114 hours
Instructor: Staff Technology Fee: $5
Chinese Culture – CID # 12190
China is home to one of the longest continuously existent cultures in history and one that is having increasing impact upon the world. This seminar will focus on the key components of Chinese Culture that have shaped the nation and continue to contribute to its rise to prominence on the world stage. An analysis of China’s history, values, customs, and trends will highlight the identity of this truly unique country and provide basic insight into a culture so often different from our own.
Workforce and Continuing Education Building $19 April 17
Thursday 6:00 – 9:00 p.m., 3 hours
Instructor: Ed Haag
Davidson County Community College – a comprehensive community college established in 1958 – provides quality educational programs and services to prepare people in Davidson and Davie counties for enhanced employment and educational opportunities. During the 2004-2005 academic year, the College provided more than 16,000 individuals with instruction. The College is committed to enhancing the ability of individuals and organizations to live, earn, cope, change, survive, succeed, and prosper through perpetual, lifelong learning experiences. These learning experiences create choices and enhance opportunities for education and employment, thereby providing viable means to improve the quality of life in the community.
Directions
From Greensboro, take I-85 South to Exit 103. Turn right onto Highway 109 North/Randolph Street. Cross the railroad tracks in downtown Thomasville. Randolph Street will become Salem Street. Turn left onto West Guilford Street.
From Salisbury, take I-85 North to Exit 103. Turn left onto Highway 109 North/Randolph Street. Cross the railroad tracks in downtown Thomasville. Randolph Street will become Salem Street. Turn left onto West Guilford Street.
From Winston-Salem, follow U.S. Hwy 52 South to Lexington Exit 92 for Highway 8, then take I-85 Business North. Take the Highway 109 South/Salem Street exit. Turn right onto West Guilford Street.
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