EDUCATION AND TRAINING FOR RURAL NORTHWEST PA

Classroom Management: Orchestrating a
   Community of Learners® (W) :ED555
 

 

Dates and Times:  Tues/Thurs 4:30-9:00 pm

Jan 27—Feb 26

 

Location: Franklin Indus. & Commercial Dev. Auth.
191 Howard Street; Franklin, PA

Offered for academic credit by: Wilkes University(WEST) 

Instructor: Jim Brinling

(814) 474-4508; jbrinling@plsweb.com

 

When students are empowered to take responsibility for their own learning
experiences, you are freed from constantly dealing with behavioral and
organizational issues. Discover and practice skills for orchestrating classroom life and learning so that instruction flows smoothly, student misbehavior is minimized, and learning potential is maximized. Create an Action Plan of practical strategies to implement immediately in your classroom.

· Structure a positive learning environment.

· Increase student willingness and cooperation.

· Stop misbehavior and prevent it from recurring.

To Register

Toll Free (866) PLS-CLAS

(866-757-2527)

Or register online at: www.plsweb.com

Tuition: $755

(plus a materials fee of $35)

 

All PLS registrations require a mandatory non-refundable $50.00 deposit per
enrollment. Deposits may be transferred to a new course enrollment being
offered in the same semester. All payments will be refunded on  cancelled classes. Classes with enrollment below the minimum will be cancelled
two (2) weeks prior to the start date.

Brochure

To register: call 866-757-2527 or visit
http://www.plsweb.com/graduate_courses/full_course_listing/on-site/cm/index.html

SAFETY SERIES - CLARION AND OIL CITY

ORGANIZING, TRAINING AND CERTIFYING A WORKPLACE SAFETY COMMITTEE: February 10, 2009 from 11:30 am - 1:30 pm at the Oil Region CareerLink, 255 Elm St., Oil City. Presenter: Dennis Cralley, Cralley Consulting. Cost: $75/includes lunch.

For Additional Information

Brochure

NHLA Hardwood Lumber Grading Short Course

   February 23, 24, 25,and 26, 2009
Franklin, PA

The value of “rules conscious” employees is a more carefully manufactured product, a more profitable yield from the log, and a better sense of the value of the lumber being handled.

This four-day work shop will include a thorough study and explanation of the NHLA Rules Book, emphasizing the basics of hardwood lumber inspection.

Cost for 4-day class is $350 a person and includes registration, NHLA Rule book, Certificate of Completion, breakfast pastries, lunch, and snacks. Dress for outdoor conditions for practice grading.

Registrations will be accepted on a first come, first serve basis. Class is limited to 20 participants.

Brochure
For more information and/or to register call 814-677-4427
 

Basic Electronics Certificate - Online The Basic Electronics program is designed to provide job skills required to meet the needs of electronics and manufacturing companies and provides a path toward the completion of an associate's degree in Electronics Engineering Technology. Working in conjunction with the Keystone Community Education Committee, the Community College of Allegheny County is offering a certificate in Basic Electronics for individuals residing in the northwestern region of Pennsylvania. For those students who wish to further their education, program courses will apply towards the completion of a bachelor's degree at a four-year institution. This program was created to accommodate the busy schedules of working individuals by providing most of the program's coursework online via the Internet. By receiving instruction directly to their home computers, students save valuable travel time and expenses while gaining access to the same courses offered on campus. In addition to skills and knowledge in analog the Basic Electronics program provides the opportunity for national certification in electronic fabrication and soldering of electronic circuits. Students will acquire skills in using multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies and signal generators for testing and troubleshooting and will gain experience in both thorough­hole and surface mount soldering and assembly. Students will also work with computer applications (including circuit and system simulation software), electronics measurements, circuits and microcontrollers as well as transistor and integrated circuit electronics. Upon successful completion of this program, graduates will be qualified to seek employment in technical sales, component or unit testing, product assembly and other related areas CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS The Basic Electronics Certificate program prepares you for an entry-level position in the field of electronics by providing a basic understanding of concepts and terminology. All classes are regular courses taught in both the online and on-campus formats. Students will need to take two classes at atime starting with EGR100 (Engineering Seminar) and either EETl 03 (Introduction to Electronics) or SET1 05 (Technical Computing) depending upon the student's start date. Required Equipment To be involved in the online program, students will need either a desktop or laptop computer with Internet access. Students can use a dial-up or high speed connection. Students will need the following general software: Internet Explorer, MS Office or Open Office* and Windows OS (preferred). Specialized programs will be made available through the classes. These are: MathCAD, MultiSIM, Graphic Analysis* and Logisim*. In addition to tuition, other expenses include books and laboratory supplies. *Available free from the program; other programs are fee-based First Semester   Credits EEn03 Introduction to Electronics 3 EGR100 Engineering Seminar 1 MATl14 Mathematics for the Technologies 1 4 MITlOr Electronic Fabrication 3 SEn 05 Technical Computing 3 Second Semester     CIT11S Information Technology 3 EET201** Electronics 1 4 MIT103 Fundamentals of Microprocessors 3 MIT208 Digital Electronics 3 Minimum credits required to graduate 27

For more information call the Keystone Community Education Council
at 814-677-4427.

Brochure (large document, please be patient.)

Program Evaluation for Public and Nonprofit

Agencies Certificate Program

August 8th , 2008 - September 11th, 2009

Venango Campus of Clarion University - Oil City, PA

Cost: $675 for all sessions*(Assures seating for all sessions)

Individual sessions can be attended at the rate of
$65/Full day or $35/Half day (Seating is limited—enroll early.)

*Scholarships may be available
 

In this era of accountability, it is increasingly important that programs, projects, and development efforts contain an evaluation element.  A well-designed and implemented evaluation can be used to assess effectiveness, shape program implementation, and sharpen the vision for an end product.  This Program Evaluation for Public and Non-Profit Agencies certificate program is a professional development course of study designed for professionals in fields that involve program evaluation, such as social work, public policy, public health, non-profit management, education, and business. 

This Certification Program will prepare public and non-profit agencies, workforce development professionals and educators with the philosophies, components, and skills needed for effective evaluation, including:

* Basic principles of program evaluation

* Outcome/impact assessment
* Working effectively with stakeholders

* Cost-benefit & cost-effectiveness analyses

* Program evaluation standards & ethics
* Computer skills for effectively     administering program evaluation

 

Professionals completing the 80-hour certificate program will receive 8 Continuing Education Units through the Division of Continuing Education at Clarion University–Venango Campus. 

 

Participants should plan to bring an evaluation project of their choice to the program to provide a context that makes the content of the program meaningful and enhances the relevance of the learning experience.
 

Date /  Time  / Cost / Topic  / Program Description
PROGRAM 1: 8/8/08 / 8:30 AM – 4:30PM/ $65 / Basics of Program Evaluation: Overview of program evaluation to include benefits of evaluation, major types of evaluation (e.g., participatory and collaborative, outcome focused, qualitative approached, quantitative approached); formulation of evaluation questions and approaches to answer questions, methods of evaluation for actual program situations.
PROGRAM 2: 9/12/08: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM/ $35/ Logic Model: Instruction and practical application on the development of Logic Models
PROGRAM 3: 10/10/08 / 8:30 AM – 4:30PM/ $65 / Performance Measurement: Instruction in the design and implementation of processes to improve organization and program performance
PROGRAM 4: 11/14/08/ 8:30 AM – 4:30PM/ $65 / Outcome/Impact Assessment: Logic of outcome evaluation and conceptual and methodological nature of approaches; attention to measurement of outcomes, ensuring detection/interpreting magnitude of meaning program effects.
PROGRAM 5: 1/09/09/ 8:30 AM – 4:30PM/  $65 /Qualitative Evaluation and Focus Group Design: Basic qualitative evaluation methods, including design, data collection techniques, and beginning analysis.
PROGRAM 6: 2/13/09/ 8:30 AM – 4:30PM/ $65 / Quantitative Evaluation and Survey Design: Instruction in basic principles and methods of statistical analysis used in tracking data, outcomes/results.
PROGRAM 7: 3/13/09: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM/ $35 /Evaluation Statistics: Instruction in basic principles and methods of statistical analysis used in tracking data, outcomes/results.
PROGRAM 8: 4/10/08/ 8:30 AM – 4:30PM/ $65 /Access Training: Straightforward Microsoft Access instruction in understanding databases, creating and using queries and tables, designing and customizing forms, tables and reports, and database tools.
PROGRAM 9: 4/24/09: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM/ $35 /Excel Training: Straightforward Microsoft Excel instruction in creating and using Excel lists, formatting and organizing data, data analysis tools and features, and customization of the Excel environment.
PROGRAM 10: 5/08/09/ 8:30 AM – 4:30PM/ $65 /Reporting Strategies: Guidance on selection/use of reporting strategies formats for different audiences; effective analytical summaries, user-friendly tables/figures; measurement validity; and useful recommendations.
PROGRAM 11: 6/12/09/ 8:30 AM – 4:30PM / $65 /Standards and Ethics: Review of the professional standards that govern ethical evaluations.
PROGRAM 12: 7/10/09/ 8:30 AM – 4:30PM/ $65 /Cost and Benefit Analysis: Tools and techniques of cost analysis: cost-benefit and cost-effectiveness analyses, including measurements; calculation of net program benefits; benefits to costs ratio; public sector analysis. PROGRAM 13: 8/14/09/ 8:30 AM – 4:30PM/ $65 / Working with Stakeholders: Strategies that identify those who can/will be most beneficial for achievement of study goals and how to build a collaborative and mutually productive relationship with them. PROGRAM 14: 9/11/09/ 8:30 AM – 4:30PM/ $65 / Needs Assessment and Best Practices: Examine reasons to and not to do a needs assessment, ways to include strengths assessment, data collection methodologies, including innovative techniques, and strategies for analysis.  Discuss what are best practices, cost and benefit to client, role in program development, and ways to ensure fidelity in implementation.

Questions? Call Lance Hummer @ 814.677.4427

Brochure of Program / Registration form

To register: Call 814-226-0626

Cost: $250/series.

Individual courses are open to
the public: $50.

We strongly encourage you to take the opportunity to network with professionals in your neighboring county.

BROCHURE

PROGRAMS
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• March 12^th (Clarion): Are Your Communication Skills Sabotaging Your Career? How to communicate with confidence to gain respect and credibility. Presenter: Barry McCauliff, CUP.
   
• April 9^th (Venango): Customer Service, Presenter: Gary Svetz, Svetz Consulting, LLC. 
   
• May 14^th (Clarion): Learning to Listen: Are you Hearing what I’m Saying? Presenter: Barry McCauliff, CUP
   
• June 11^th (Venango): Time and Information Management. Presenter: Hope Lineman, CUP.
   
• July 9^th (Clarion): How to Deactivate Potentially Dangerous Situations. Presenter: Bob Daugherty.
   

• August 13^th (Venango): Networking and Business Etiquette. Presenter: Rick Capozzi, The Capozzi Group.

This 24-Hour Certificate Program gives you the opportunity to develop or enhance the professional skills you need to succeed in the workplace.

Sessions meet on the second Wednesday of the month, 9-11 a.m. from March 12, 2008 – February 13, 2009. Session locations will alternate between Frame Hall at Venango Campus, Clarion University and SMI (Structural Modules, Inc) in Clarion.

Attendance at 7 sessions required to receive Certificate. CEU’s available through Clarion University’s Division of Continuing Education at the rate of 1 CEU for every 10 hours of instruction time.

PROGRAMS
******************************

• September 10^th (Clarion): Stress Management. Presenter: Betty McKisson, Clarion Wellness Options.
   
• October 8^th (Venango): Personality Profile and How It Affects Your Working Style and Relationships. Presenter: Lance Hummer.
   
• November 12^th (Clarion): How to Deal with Chronically Impossible People. Presenter: Dr. Myrna Kuehn, CUP.
   
• December 10^th (Venango): Release the Power Within – Leadership skills that can bring out the best in people. Presenter: Gary Svetz, Svetz Consulting, LLC 
   
• January 9^th (Clarion): Guide to Ethical Behavior in the Workplace. Presenter: Larry Carr, CUP. 
   
• February 13^th (Venango): Working with a Multi -generational Workforce. Presenter: Gary Svetz, Svetz Consulting.

 To register
Or call 814-226-0626

The SHRM Learning
System Program

When: Scheduled after 10 registrations
Location: Penn Dot Building, 255 Elm St. Oil City, PA
Program Fee: $925 SHRM Members / $1025 Non-Members
(includes Learning System)

The SHRM Learning System Course, offered in partnership with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), is designed to provide an overview of key areas in human resource management. Materials include six modules that correspond to the six functional areas, responsibilities, and associated knowledge as defined by the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI).

The course provides a solid foundation for managing the HR challenges you face in today’s demanding work environment. It supplies a current reference of HR practices, broadens the perspective of functional specialists and strengthens individual competencies and productivity. In addition to being an excellent professional development opportunity, the Learning System is a powerful tool to assist you in preparing for the Professional in Human Resources (PHR) and Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification exams administered by HRCI.

For registration information, please contact:
Slippery Rock University Office of Workforce & Community Education
Phone: (724) 738-1601
E-mail: workforce@sru.edu

Brochure PDF
 

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