WebEvent: Week of March 20, 2011

Continuing Education

Week of March 20, 2011

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Sun	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat
20 1 p.m. - 6 p.m. Red Cross Lifeguarding (Continuing Education)	21 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. UTC String Project (Continuing Education)	22 5:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. PHR/SPHR Review Course (Continuing Education) 5:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. CPS Review Course (Continuing Education)	23	24	25 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Red Cross Lifeguarding (Continuing Education)	26 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. Red Cross Lifeguarding (Continuing Education) 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Sewing 101: A Beginner's Sewing Class (Continuing Education) 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. ACT Prep (Continuing Education) 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. How to Become a Published Author (Continuing Education)

Sunday, March 20, 2011

Mar 20

1 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Red Cross Lifeguarding

Posted by: Continuing Education

Details:
The purpose of the American Red Cross course is to teach candidates the knowledge and skills needed to prevent and respond to aquatic emergencies. The course content and activities prepare candidates to recognize and respond quickly and effectively to emergencies and prevent drownings and injuries. To enroll in this course you must be at least 15 years old by the last class of the course. To participate in the course you must be able to swim 300 yards continuously and retrieve a 10 pound weight from 10 feet of water.

Monday, March 21, 2011

Mar 21

5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

UTC String Project

Posted by: Continuing Education

Details:
The String Project at UTC provides an opportunity for school-aged children to learn a stringed instrument at a reasonable cost. In the spring semester, students may join if they have had previous instruction. Students receive private and group instruction on their chosen instrument. Students in grades 3-12 may apply for admission to the program. If an orchestra exists at the student�s school, they must be enrolled in that group to participate in the String Project. UTC has a limited number of instruments available for rental.

Tuesday, March 22, 2011

Mar 22

5:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.

PHR/SPHR Review Course

Posted by: Continuing Education

Details:
UTC, in collaboration with the Chattanooga Human Resources Association (CHRA), is an official University provider of the SHRM Learning System. This program is a comprehensive review for the Professionals in Human Resources (PHR) and Senior Professionals in Human Resources (SPHR) exams. Participants receive a complete set of the SHRM Learning System materials, a $425 value. UTC faculty and area professionals teach the course. Review topics include:
� Strategic Management
� Workforce Planning and Employment
� Human Resource Development
� Total Rewards
� Employee and Labor Relations
� Risk Management
For more information or to register for the exam call
800-283-7476, or visit www.hrci.org.

Mar 22

5:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.

CPS Review Course

Posted by: Continuing Education

Details:
This is an in-depth review course for the Certified Professional Secretary (CPS) examination. The CPS rating is the achievement of the internationally recognized standard of proficiency in the secretarial and administrative support professions. In today�s workplace, having the CPS credentials can be assurance of employability, pay increases, bonuses and opportunity for advancement. The CPS examination covers three main subject areas:
� Office Administration
� Office Systems and Technology
� Management
To receive CPS certification you must register and pay a fee to the International Association of Administrative Professionals. The exam is given the first Saturday in May and November. UTC is an authorized testing center for the CPS examination. Textbook information will be sent to you upon registration.

Friday, March 25, 2011

Mar 25

5 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Red Cross Lifeguarding

Posted by: Continuing Education

Details:
The purpose of the American Red Cross course is to teach candidates the knowledge and skills needed to prevent and respond to aquatic emergencies. The course content and activities prepare candidates to recognize and respond quickly and effectively to emergencies and prevent drownings and injuries. To enroll in this course you must be at least 15 years old by the last class of the course. To participate in the course you must be able to swim 300 yards continuously and retrieve a 10 pound weight from 10 feet of water.

Saturday, March 26, 2011

Mar 26

8 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Red Cross Lifeguarding

Posted by: Continuing Education

Details:
The purpose of the American Red Cross course is to teach candidates the knowledge and skills needed to prevent and respond to aquatic emergencies. The course content and activities prepare candidates to recognize and respond quickly and effectively to emergencies and prevent drownings and injuries. To enroll in this course you must be at least 15 years old by the last class of the course. To participate in the course you must be able to swim 300 yards continuously and retrieve a 10 pound weight from 10 feet of water.

Mar 26

9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Sewing 101: A Beginner's Sewing Class

Posted by: Continuing Education

Details:
Learn the basics of garment sewing. In this class, the students will learn about home sewing machines and how they work. We will learn about fabrics and sewing tools, and how and when to use them. This class will also cover how to lay out, alter, and cut a simple garment pattern, as well as how to piece together, sew, and finish a simple garment. If you�ve always wanted to learn how to sew, or simply need a refresher, then this class is for you! You will need to bring your sewing machine with you to each class meeting.

Mar 26

12 p.m. - 5 p.m.

ACT Prep

Posted by: Continuing Education

Details:
ACT workshops cover general information about the tests as well as individual sections for the ACT in English, Math, Science, and Writing. Each student receives 5-6 hours of classroom instruction and a workbook that has an additional 10-15 hours of supplementary work. The workbook includes an actual retired ACT test with explanatory answers, English and Math reviews, clearly outlined content overviews for each subsection, quick tip study guides, and additional retired ACT tests.

Mar 26

1 p.m. - 4 p.m.

How to Become a Published Author

Posted by: Continuing Education

Details:
Poorly written novels are sometimes best-sellers. Beautiful prose isn�t the sole determinant of a novel�s success. You can likely write well enough to sell already, but aren�t meeting the publisher�s needs. In this workshop, a professional editor tells you what publishers want. You�ll learn:
How to keep submissions out of the editors� �slush pile��
How to overcome �writers block��
How to get editors to ask for your submission�
If you�ve already completed your novel, use what you�ll learn to produce a more marketable rewrite.

Week of March 20, 2011

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Sunday, March 20, 2011

	Mar 20	1 p.m. - 6 p.m.	Red Cross Lifeguarding Posted by: Continuing Education Details: The purpose of the American Red Cross course is to teach candidates the knowledge and skills needed to prevent and respond to aquatic emergencies. The course content and activities prepare candidates to recognize and respond quickly and effectively to emergencies and prevent drownings and injuries. To enroll in this course you must be at least 15 years old by the last class of the course. To participate in the course you must be able to swim 300 yards continuously and retrieve a 10 pound weight from 10 feet of water.
Monday, March 21, 2011

	Mar 21	5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.	UTC String Project Posted by: Continuing Education Details: The String Project at UTC provides an opportunity for school-aged children to learn a stringed instrument at a reasonable cost. In the spring semester, students may join if they have had previous instruction. Students receive private and group instruction on their chosen instrument. Students in grades 3-12 may apply for admission to the program. If an orchestra exists at the student�s school, they must be enrolled in that group to participate in the String Project. UTC has a limited number of instruments available for rental.
Tuesday, March 22, 2011

	Mar 22	5:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.	PHR/SPHR Review Course Posted by: Continuing Education Details: UTC, in collaboration with the Chattanooga Human Resources Association (CHRA), is an official University provider of the SHRM Learning System. This program is a comprehensive review for the Professionals in Human Resources (PHR) and Senior Professionals in Human Resources (SPHR) exams. Participants receive a complete set of the SHRM Learning System materials, a $425 value. UTC faculty and area professionals teach the course. Review topics include: � Strategic Management � Workforce Planning and Employment � Human Resource Development � Total Rewards � Employee and Labor Relations � Risk Management For more information or to register for the exam call 800-283-7476, or visit www.hrci.org.

	Mar 22	5:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.	CPS Review Course Posted by: Continuing Education Details: This is an in-depth review course for the Certified Professional Secretary (CPS) examination. The CPS rating is the achievement of the internationally recognized standard of proficiency in the secretarial and administrative support professions. In today�s workplace, having the CPS credentials can be assurance of employability, pay increases, bonuses and opportunity for advancement. The CPS examination covers three main subject areas: � Office Administration � Office Systems and Technology � Management To receive CPS certification you must register and pay a fee to the International Association of Administrative Professionals. The exam is given the first Saturday in May and November. UTC is an authorized testing center for the CPS examination. Textbook information will be sent to you upon registration.
Friday, March 25, 2011

	Mar 25	5 p.m. - 8 p.m.	Red Cross Lifeguarding Posted by: Continuing Education Details: The purpose of the American Red Cross course is to teach candidates the knowledge and skills needed to prevent and respond to aquatic emergencies. The course content and activities prepare candidates to recognize and respond quickly and effectively to emergencies and prevent drownings and injuries. To enroll in this course you must be at least 15 years old by the last class of the course. To participate in the course you must be able to swim 300 yards continuously and retrieve a 10 pound weight from 10 feet of water.
Saturday, March 26, 2011

	Mar 26	8 a.m. - 6 p.m.	Red Cross Lifeguarding Posted by: Continuing Education Details: The purpose of the American Red Cross course is to teach candidates the knowledge and skills needed to prevent and respond to aquatic emergencies. The course content and activities prepare candidates to recognize and respond quickly and effectively to emergencies and prevent drownings and injuries. To enroll in this course you must be at least 15 years old by the last class of the course. To participate in the course you must be able to swim 300 yards continuously and retrieve a 10 pound weight from 10 feet of water.

	Mar 26	9 a.m. - 12 p.m.	Sewing 101: A Beginner's Sewing Class Posted by: Continuing Education Details: Learn the basics of garment sewing. In this class, the students will learn about home sewing machines and how they work. We will learn about fabrics and sewing tools, and how and when to use them. This class will also cover how to lay out, alter, and cut a simple garment pattern, as well as how to piece together, sew, and finish a simple garment. If you�ve always wanted to learn how to sew, or simply need a refresher, then this class is for you! You will need to bring your sewing machine with you to each class meeting.

	Mar 26	12 p.m. - 5 p.m.	ACT Prep Posted by: Continuing Education Details: ACT workshops cover general information about the tests as well as individual sections for the ACT in English, Math, Science, and Writing. Each student receives 5-6 hours of classroom instruction and a workbook that has an additional 10-15 hours of supplementary work. The workbook includes an actual retired ACT test with explanatory answers, English and Math reviews, clearly outlined content overviews for each subsection, quick tip study guides, and additional retired ACT tests.

	Mar 26	1 p.m. - 4 p.m.	How to Become a Published Author Posted by: Continuing Education Details: Poorly written novels are sometimes best-sellers. Beautiful prose isn�t the sole determinant of a novel�s success. You can likely write well enough to sell already, but aren�t meeting the publisher�s needs. In this workshop, a professional editor tells you what publishers want. You�ll learn: How to keep submissions out of the editors� �slush pile�� How to overcome �writers block�� How to get editors to ask for your submission� If you�ve already completed your novel, use what you�ll learn to produce a more marketable rewrite.