Course Descriptions:

Accounting

Accounting instructs students in a broad range of manual and computerized accounting functions, such as maintaining ledgers and journals, creating balance sheets and financial statements, controlling cash, and preparing a payroll. Special procedures for end-of-fiscal-period work, proprietorships, partnerships, and corporations are also covered, as well as tasks related to forming and dissolving business organizations.
 

Administrative Assistant / Secretary

Administrative Assistant / Secretary prepares you for the role of the administrative assistant in the modern working environment. You will be trained in secretarial procedures for the automated office. Lessons on administrative support services cover topics such as assisting at conferences, banking and record keeping.
 

Art

Art students are taught professional techniques and perform practical projects in the media of pencil, charcoal, pastel, water color, acrylic, and oil painting. Special sections provide advanced training in such areas as perspective, correcting paintings, and portrait painting. All the essential tools and art supplies are provided.
 

Astrology/Parapsychology

Astrology/Parapsychology is a comprehensive program for anyone interested in the predictive sciences. The course provides a serious and in-depth study of the most fascinating elements of parapsychology, astrology, palmistry, numerology and the I Ching.
 

Auto Mechanics

Auto Mechanics covers all systems and procedures related to the maintenance and repair of automobiles, including the most modern diagnostic techniques and performance testing. Introductory training covers topics such as engine principles and components, tools, and safety issues. The advanced lessons trace components and systems individually and in detail.
 

Bookkeeping

Bookkeeping focuses on the practical tasks of manual and computerized posting of transactions. This program instructs students in how a wide range of common business transactions affect the various accounts in a ledger. Students will also learn how to create balance sheets and financial statements for proprietorships and partnerships, as well as the process of controlling cash and preparing a payroll.
 

Business Management

Business Management focuses on the latest perspectives in such critical topics as business organization and systems, human resources management, marketing and finance, statistics and data management, business law, labor relations, international business, the securities market, and computers.
 

Child Day Care Management

Child Day Care Management provides a comprehensive training program for anyone interested in pursuing a career in this demanding field. The curriculum includes nutrition, behavior, education and training concepts, toys and equipment, as well as special needs children. Students are also given guidance in securing employment.
 

Child Psychology

Child Psychology is geared to meet the needs of child care professionals as well as parents, future parents or anyone else who is interested in children and their development. It is designed to cover the biological and cognitive development of children from pre-birth through adolescence. As a graduate you will possess a deep understanding of the complex mixture of factors, from genetics to peer pressure, that influence the way that children develop, and the choices they make in life.
 

Computer Programming

Computer Programming is an introductory course in programming with C++. The program begins with a solid grounding in computer fundamentals, then turns to the principles of program development and the specific commands and formats of program design.
 

Conservation/Environmental Sciences

Conservation/Environmental Sciences helps prepare students for a broad range of careers in wildlife management and related fields. Background sections explore ecosystems and natural communities, population ecology, soils, water, and rangelands. Threats to ecological communities are detailed, such as disease, predation, hunting and trapping and the encroachment of human communities. Legal provisions and enforcement practices are presented relative to forests, wetlands, game and nongame wildlife, and endangered species.
 

Cooking & Cathering

Cooking & Catering prepares you to enter into a wide range of career options. Not only are you given detailed instruction from the experts on preparing food, but you will develop all of the other skills that are critical to your success, including selling and booking affairs, and financial and legal considerations in catering.
 

Cosmetology/Esthetics

Cosmetology/Esthetics provides students with the skills required to perform professional services and provides them with the information needed to open and operate a salon business. Specialized areas include skin care, make-up artistry, hair styling and care, and nail technology.
 

Creative Writing

Creative Writing develops the knowledge and skills necessary for success as an author. It focuses on the medium of the short story and covers all phases of skillful fiction writing. Areas of concentration include theme and strategy, characters and viewpoint, plot, dialogue, and revision. Professional authors share tips and provide detailed examples.
 

Desktop Publishing & Design

Desktop Publishing & Design includes everything from producing attractive and effective newsletters, advertisements and brochures to selecting and integrating hardware, working with service bureaus, advertising, pricing and dealing with clients.
 

Early Childhood Education

Early Childhood Education begins with an overview of the physical, intellectual, social and emotional characteristics of young children, then develops and builds your guidance skills. Emphasis is placed upon creating a safe and healthy environment, and providing for a wide range of learning experiences ranging from art and social studies to field trips. Advanced topics focus on parental involvement, programs for infants and toddlers, and programs for special needs children.
 

Electrician

Electrician is a broad program of studies, covering all major aspects of the work of residential and industrial electricians. Topics include electrical connections and circuits, circuit protection devices, signal systems, residential wiring, electric heating, industrial services, and motor control. Introductory units present electrical theory, as well as background on tools, materials, testing and safety.
 

English as a Second Language

English as a Second Language is designed for anyone with a desire to communicate effectively in English. Regardless of your present level of comprehension, you will be able to achieve results quickly and at your own individual pace.
 

Fashion Merchandising and Design

Fashion Merchandising and Design trains students in the many technical and business aspects of the fashion industry. Students will learn the art and science of design, manufacturing techniques, pattern-making and finishings. An exploration of career options in design, promotion and merchandising is also included.
 

Florist/Floral Design

Florist/Floral Design incorporates step-by-step instruction in floral arrangements, flower preservation and care, and developing a professional retail environment with an emphasis on the fundamental skills and methods used by commercial floral design experts.
 

Funeral Service Education

Funeral Service Education prepares students for administrative positions in this unique and specialized field. The program covers a wide variety of subjects including grief psychology, bereavement counseling, business fundamentals particular to this industry, and the history, theory and practice of embalming and restorative arts. Course exemptions may be awarded based on academic merit, relevant professional experience, or career objectives.
 

Gardening / Landscaping

Gardening / Landscaping is specially designed to address the learning needs both of the serious hobbyist and those wishing to pursue careers in the landscaping business. Topics include gardening under a variety of conditions, controlling pests and diseases, and growing plants for food. The landscaping sections explore the principles of landscape design, selection and use of materials and construction methods, lawn installation, costing, maintenance, and interior plantscaping.
 

Health and Fitness

Health and Fitness students seeking to enter the expanding fitness job market will receive training in the nature and scope of fitness, including not only the concept of physical fitness but also in nutrition and related wellness issues. Detailed training is provided in areas such as cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular strength and flexibility, weight control, dietary guidelines and the management of stress. A range of fitness programs and their special considerations are highlighted, as are fitness-related injuries and treatment modalities.
 

High School

High School allows students to complete their education and earn that increasingly required High School diploma. The subjects of instruction are Social Science, English, History, Mathematics, Science, and Civics. Our special approach makes it as easy as possible for mature students to succeed. Emphasis is always on practical, useful applications. For example, the math module covers banking, retailing, and managing one’s personal finances as well as algebra and geometry.
 

Home Inspector

Home Inspector aims to provide students with a foundation in both the practicalities of inspecting homes as well as the administrative aspects of operating a home inspection business. On the practical side, instruction is provided in how to assess sites and landscaping, foundations, structures, roofing, interior and exterior finishes, and heating, electrical and plumbing systems. The business of home inspection is covered through topics such as professional standards, tools of the trade, marketing home inspection services, working with professionals in related fields, professional reporting practices and related legal issues.
 

Hotel/Restaurant Management

Hotel/Restaurant management is a broadly-based program of studies in the hospitality and tourism industries, providing extensive background knowledge as well as procedural training in administrative tasks. Coverage includes hotels, resorts, restaurants, fast food outlets, tourism, and private clubs. Aspects of financing and leadership are also included.
 

Interior Decorating and Design

Interior Decorating and Design will introduce students to the field of professional interior design. All aspects of design styles and components are explored with the aid of numerous illustrations and examples. Elements of design, period decoration, and design materials all receive extensive treatment. Both technical and administrative aspects of the professional decorator’s work are presented.
 

Internet Specialist

Internet Specialist starts with an easy-to-understand introduction to the technology that has become the phenomenon of the ’90s, and gradually guides you through a wide range of Internet resources and applications. The focus of the program is business, sales and marketing, and how you can apply your knowledge to help the thousands of companies that are racing to reap the benefits of the Internet.
 

Legal Assistant

Legal Assistant opens the door to a wide range of excellent career opportunities for staff members who assist lawyers in the performance of their duties. The student begins with an exploration of US law, then learns the details of how a law office is organized and run on a day-to-day basis, with emphasis placed on the role of the legal assistant within the office.
 

Locksmithing

Locksmithing covers the requirements and practices of the modern locksmithing profession. Tools, work methods and business considerations are explored, along with specific training in many different models of locks, whether residential, commercial or high security. Installation, troubleshooting, recoding and rekeying are covered, along with master keying, emergency exit door devices and electromagnetic locks.
 

Managing Your Own Business

Managing Your Own Business guides you through the planning, researching and financing stages of starting a new small business. The program also investigates the advantages and disadvantages of purchasing an existing business or buying a franchise and also provides students with fundamental skills in marketing and management.
 

Medical Billing Specialist

Medical Billing Specialist. This program provides you with a knowledge of medical terminology. The basics of insurance billing and coding are covered. Procedured coding and types of claims forms are also presented in depth. Types of insurance plans are surveyed and presented as well.
 

Medical Office Assistant

Medical Office Assistant provides thorough training in the administrative aspects of running a private practice, from telephone procedures, to computerized billing and recall systems, insurance, prescriptions, banking, bookkeeping, and a host of other topics.
 

Medical Transcriptionist

Medical Transcriptionist provides students with skills in transcription as well as an understanding of human physiology. Medical terminology, records and reports, body systems, ethical and legal responsibilities are covered in detail to give students a thorough understanding of the medical transcriptionist’s functions. Multi-media training aids allow students to become involved in practical, real-life medical case studies.
 

Natural Health Consultant

Natural Health Consultant provides a broad based knowledge of the disciplines of homeopathy, herbal medicine, chiropractic treatments, osteopathy, acupuncture, and other related fields. Students will acquire the ability to advise and direct people to treatments in alternative medicines or natural health services that will be the most beneficial for their individual needs.
 

Nursing Assistant

Nursing Assistant provides instruction in a broad range of medical, human relations, and technical skills. Background sections trace areas such as medical terms and abbreviations, and anatomy and physiology of major body organs and systems. Nursing tasks such as bedmaking, personal care, measuring temperature and blood pressure, and transporting a patient are presented. Specialized topics include many items such as care of a diabetic patient, postoperative nursing care, geriatric care, and the terminally-ill patient.
 

PC Repair

PC Repair provides students with an integrated understanding of how hardware and software works together in the modern PC. The operation of buses, the CPU and chip set, ROM and RAM, disk drives and a range of peripheral installations are discussed, as are concepts in memory management and how data is physically stored on a disk. Students are familiarized with the Windows 3.x, 9x and NT Workstation operating systems.
 

PC Specialist

PC Specialist begins with an introduction to all aspects of computer components and operations. It explores fundamental concepts in Windows 98 en route to detailed training in software packages that are most commonly used in office environments. The course includes software for word processing, spreadsheets, and business presentations.
 

Pharmacist’s Assistant

Pharmacist’s Assistant prepares you to work in a pharmacy or other related environment. The program teaches you to interpret product information and communicate clearly with other medical professionals and your clients. Topics include: medical terminology, human anatomy and physiology, and pharmacology.
 

Phisical Therapy Aide

Physical Therapy Aide You will learn about the role and duties of the Physical Therapy Aide. Medical terminology and the systems of the human body are emphasized. Disorders and therapy are explained.
 

Photography

Photography is intended for recreational photographers as well as those seeking to earn a living as professionals. Coverage is provided on modern cameras, lenses, films, and accessories. How-to sections cover topics such as exposure, processing, filters, lighting, and flash. Special sections trace composition and print quality and applied photography. Students receive a guide to earning a living as a photographer, and a publication listing 2,500 buyers of freelance photos.
 

Private Investigator

Private Investigator This program will provide you with a good foundation in public and private investigating. General procedures are discussed in both criminal and non-criminal investigations, in cases such as murder, robbery, assault, arson, industrial espionage, insurance fraud, missing persons, and many others. Detailed instruction is also provided in managing crime scenes, interviewing techniques, using computers and other technology to gather information, surveillance, and report writing. U.S. law is presented in relation to the role of the investigator and the rules of evidence.
 

Psycology / Social Work

Psycology / Social Work prepares students for entry level positions as support staff in a broad range of private and public social service agencies. You will study human behavior, social work as a profession and the skills associated with effective helping. This program provides students with the skills to communicate, comprehend, influence and assist.
 

Real Estate Apraiser

Real Estate Apraiser prepares you for a career in residential property evaluation. All aspects of appraising are covered, including gathering and analyzing data, market values, legalities, taxation factors and giving estimations.
 

Relaxation Therapist

Relaxation Therapist is a career-level study program which focuses on a wide variety of strategies and methodologies for dealing with stress-related health issues. Some of the main topics covered include stress management, relaxation techniques, behavior change interventions, and bodywork. This program is ideally suited to those with a desire to provide assistance and relief to those suffering from the harmful effects of stress.
 

Security / Police Sciences

Security / Police Sciences provides training in all major aspects of the work of public and private police forces. From the work of private security agencies in countering business losses, to police tasks such as arrests, searches, seizures and interrogation, the law and correct police practice are presented and the latest equipment and techniques are highlighted. Background sections provide necessary information on the court system, constitutional rights, trial procedures and other concerns related to law enforcement.
 

Sewing and Dressmaking

Sewing and Dressmaking provides instruction in basic sewing skills, as well as in how to use the sewing machine to embellish home sewing projects in unique ways. The program begins with coverage of sewing essentials, such as how to lay out patterns, perform basic hand and machine stitches, hem garments, make pockets and insert closures of all kinds. The program continues with sections on special timesaving shortcut techniques, sewing for the home and projects for infants and children. The course concludes with instruction in creative sewing treatments - such as piped seams, fabric painting and dyeing, embellishments with ribbon and beads, and using your machine for embroidery and appliqué.
 

Sex & Drug Counselling

Sex & Drug Counselling aims to turn students’ natural abilities to assist and care for others into a challenging and rewarding career. Lessons teach students how to counsel others in cases of sexual, substance and chemical abuse.
 

Small engine Repair

Small engine Repair begins with the basic engine fundamentals then traces all major engine systems used in lawn mowers, chain saws, outboard motors, portable generators, and several other types of equipment. Besides engine maintenance, troubleshooting and repair, there are sections on ignition components, cooling and fuel systems, and preventive maintenance.
 

Teacher’s Aide

Teacher’s Aide prepares you for the varied demands of being a teacher’s aid. Training in the psychology, learning needs and guidance of young children is given in a practical, straight-forward manner. Our course will help you gain valuable perspectives on learning experiences for children in a wide variety of educational circumstances and settings.
 

Travel and Tourism

Travel and Tourism provides training in starting and managing a travel agency, covering all key aspects of the hospitality and tourism industries as they relate to agency activities. Technical information such as booking air or ship travel is blended with background on trends and culture. Special sections deal with all aspects of the travel agency business from timesharing to selling cruises, with a focus on counselling skills and customer relations.
 

Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Assistant prepares the student for career level positions in animal care, with particular emphasis on the procedures of a modern veterinary practice. Subject matter includes a blend of technical and administrative topics ranging from anatomy and physiology to medical records and client relations. Other topics include animal behavior, medical nursing, laboratory procedures, and livestock care.
 

Writing Stories for Children

Writing Stories for Children is designed as a foundation for anyone who has ever contemplated working in this unique field. The program provides instruction in how to write for children of all ages - from story picture books for very small children, to junior magazine articles and books, to more complex fiction for teenagers. Instruction is also provided in various genres of writing, such as non-fiction, mystery, romance and fantasy. Guidance in developing good work habits, conducting research, marketing your ideas and preparing manuscripts for publishers is also provided.