Pharmacy Technician Test Preparation Program
The Pharmacy Technician Test Preparation Program is a 72 hour course designed to teach students the fundamentals and particulars of being a pharmacy technician. The program is geared towards a variety of students including those interested in becoming pharmacy technicians, pre-pharmacy students, or those with a healthcare background looking to strengthen their current skills. This class introduces students to various pharmacy practice settings and covers drug classes, basic physiology, drug interactions, and daily pharmacy operations. This program trains individuals to effectively assist in pharmaceutical preparations and complete daily required tasks in any pharmacy environment, although on the job training is still a crucial part of the educational process. All classes are taught by an interim licensed or practicing Registered Pharmacist or Doctor of Pharmacy who brings real life experience to the classroom. A Recognition of Completion document is granted upon successful completion. There will be no classes held the week of March 10 through March 15; or Saturday March 22. Classes will resume as scheduled Tuesday, March 25 and Saturday, March 29.
Cost $915 S. MacKay
Saturday (12 sessions) 2/2 – 5/3
9:00 am - 3:30 pm NC 500 0895
Cost $915 J. Gerber
Tues & Thurs (24 sessions) 2/5 – 5/1
6:30 pm - 9:30pm NC 500 0849
Learn How to Start Your Business/Como Iniciar Su Negocio
Learn about licenses, permits, legal structures, finances, business plans, etc. to get you started in your own business.
Aprenda de Licencias, permisos, estructuras legales, financas, plan de negocios, etc.
Mr. Gonzales is a native of Arizona and has been in the Banking industry for 30 years. He has helped launch many successful businesses and will walk you through the conceptual stage of starting a business
Mr. Gonzales will hold a Spanish version of the class on Tuesdays and the English version on Thursdays.
Cost $ 29 I. Gonzales
En Español… 6:00pm – 8:00 pm
Tuesday (1 session) 1/29 NC 500 0436
Tuesday (1 session) 2/19 NC 500 0441
Tuesday (1 session) 3/18 NC 500 0442
Tuesday (1 session) 4/15 NC 500 0444
Cost $ 29 I. Gonzales
In English… 6:00pm – 8:00 pm
Thursday (1 session) 1/31 NC 500 0703
Thursday (1 session) 2/21 NC 500 0704
Thursday (1 session) 3/20 NC 500 0705
Thursday (1 session) 4/17 NC 500 0706
Home Owners Association Seminars 101 & 102
If you are a current member of an HOA governing board who is interested in learning new skills, a resident interested in learning more about how HOA’s function, or a prospective board member who would like to learn more about the responsibilities of HOA board members, we invite you to participate in our Home Owner Association seminar. Topics covered include: CC&Rs, and bylaws, duties and obligations of HOA boards, and the rights of home owners. An overview of legal and financial issues, creating and enforcing restrictions, the transition process, and reserve studies will be provided. The class will be taught by an attorney and experts in the field. A panel comprised of an attorney, property manager and City staff will follow for students in both sessions to ask questions and get answers. (Lunch provided)
Cost $29 L. Schuett
Saturday (1 session) 3/1
9:00 am – 3:30 pm NC 500 0861
HOA – 102…
If you’ve experienced the 101 class but would like to increase your knowledge of HOA’s; don’t miss this opportunity to pick up tips on running effective meetings and taking minutes. Topics covered include: budgets, finance and reserves, landscape maintenance and Goodyear's new neighborhood graffiti program. The class will be taught by experts in the field. A panel comprised of an attorney, property manager and City staff will follow for students in both sessions to ask questions and get answers. (Lunch provided)
Cost $29 L. Schuett
Saturday (1 session) 3/1
9:00 am – 3:30 pm NC 500 0699
OSHA Forklift Train-the-Trainer
The OSHA forklift operator training standard, in effect since December 1999, applies to all General Industry workplaces and Construction jobsites. The standard was implemented to prevent, so far as possible, forklift accident, injury and death. The forklift operator training standard requires employers provide site and equipment specific training pursuant to the OSHA forklift operator training standard. Subsequent to the training, the employer must evaluate the operator’s performance to verify the operator understood the training provided and can put the training into practical use every day on the job. Come to this free class and learn how to set up an in-house forklift operator training program for your company.
Cost: Free J. Gates
Tuesday (1 session) 1/8
5:30 pm - 9:00 pm NC 500 0707
OSHA Respiratory Protection
The OSHA Respiratory Protection standard requires employers to develop a respirator protection program for employees who use respirators. Come to this free class and learn about requirements of the standard so you can maintain a safe workplace for the employees.
Cost: Free M. Drate
Thursday (1 session) 2/7
5:30 pm - 9:00 pm NC 500 0708
*Class dates and times are subject to change, please call 623-935-8426 for confirmation*
OSHA Construction Safety Management
This class provides training and resource information to help the employer expand his company safety program, control risk and prevent injury and death on the jobsite. You will learn that this requires employers commitment to safety coupled with management responsibility and employee involvement. Topics to be covered include: The history, function and goals of OSHA; The Arizona Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1972; Employer and employee rights and responsibilities; Your company safety program; The direct and indirect costs of accidents; The OSHA compliance inspection and the multi-employer jobsite citation policy. Free handouts and resource material will be provided.
Cost: Free J. Gates
Thursday (1 session) 4/10
5:30 pm - 9:00 pm NC 500 0709
OSHA in the Medical Establishment
Medical and dental offices are required to comply with various OSHA regulations, including the Blood borne Pathogens and Hazarded Communication standards. This free four hour class aims to provide office managers and safety officers with information needed to comply with OSHA.
Cost: Free M. Drate
Thursday (1 session) 5/8
5:30 pm - 9:00 pm NC 500 0710
Intro to Notary Public – At Home Study
If you have ever thought about becoming a Notary, this is the place to discover:
- what a Notary does
- your state’s requirements
- your state’s application and testing information
- how much you can charge
This comprehensive, fact-filled workshop offers you the pros and cons of being a notary, including the lucrative aspect of loan signing.
Supply fee $79, payable to instructor in class
Cost $19 LeeAnne Krusemark
Monday (1 session) 1/28
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm NC 500 0896
Intro to Medical Insurance Billing – At Home Study
Medical Insurance Billing is an in-demand field! No prior experience or terminology is required to work at a hospital, doctor’s office, or even in your home. you will learn about:
- the truths and myths of this industry
- different types of billing services
- computerized medical billing
- where to find inexpensive billing software
If you have ever thought about getting into this lucrative field, this is the time to do it!
Supply fee $99, payable to instructor in class
Cost $19 LeeAnne Krusemark
Monday (1 session) 1/28
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm NC 500 0897
Meet the Publisher – Get Your Manuscript Critiqued
Have you ever wanted to talk to a real publisher? Are you tired of having your manuscripts critiqued by non-professionals? Bring your in-progress manuscript for an in class critique of your poetry, article, short story, novel, non-fiction book, children’s book, etc. You will then learn about the pros and cons of traditional publishing and self publishing options. You can leave a COPY of your manuscript with LeeAnne, now the owner of an author friendly publishing house, for a professional critique (for an optional materials fee of $50 for up to 25 double-spaced pages + $1/page thereafter) and a list of publishers and/or agents who are interested in your type of work.
Supply fee $10, payable to instructor in class
Cost $19 LeeAnne Krusemark
Monday (1 session) 1/28
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm NC 500 0898
*Class dates and times are subject to change, please call 623-935-8426 for confirmation*
Beginner’s Guide to Getting Published
Did you know Stephen King was refected 75 times before he sold his first novel? If your goal is to become a published freelance writer by selling a magazine article, short story, poem, or even a novel, this comprehensive workshop will guide you to, then past the editor’s desk. You will discover how to:
- become a “published” writer overnight
- submit manuscripts the correct way
- find he right publisher for your work
- write irresistible query letters
- 100 ways to make money as a freelance writer
- obtain FREE future Q & A opportunities
If you really want to succeed, this step-by-step workshop, taught by a successful, published writer, is a must!
Supply fee $10, payable to instructor in class
Cost $29 LeeAnne Krusemark
Monday (1 session) 1/28
4:00 pm - 6:15 pm NC 500 0899
Cash in with a Successful Home-Based Business
Are you tired of working for someone else? Do you need to make more money? Turn your talents into hobbies into profits at home by learning how to start a home-based business from a Chamber of Commerce past president and successful southern California entrepreneur. During this comprehensive, informative workshop, you will discover:
- More than 100 home business ideas
- Mandatory legal documentation
- Many ways to market your product/service
- How to take tax deductions (this workshop included!)
- FREE future Q&A opportunities
If you really want to succeed in a home business, this step-by-step workshop is a must!
Supply fee $10, payable to instructor in class
Cost $29 LeeAnne Krusemark
Monday (1 session) 1/28
6:30 pm – 9:00 pm NC 500 0900
Make Money with a Typing/Word Processing Business
If you can type, then you can make money at home using your typewriter/word processor or computer. Having already learned all about home-based business success (participants must have attended “How to Cash in with a Successful Home-Based Business”), you will then discover the secrets to profits in the typing/word processing business, including:
- how and where to find clients
- 50 ways to advertise/market your services
- Effective home office equipment choices
- 100 ways to make money with a computer
- FREE national networking information
There really is a need for your services, so why not have the freedom to be your own boss, set your own hours, and have the opportunity to make more money than you ever did before by attending this workshop.
Supply fee $10, payable to the instructor in class
Cost $19 LeeAnne Krusemark
Monday (1 session) 1/28
9:00 pm – 10:00 pm NC 500 0901
WorkKeys Proficiency Assessment for the Paraprofessional
Test Dates ~ spring 2008
1. Call Estrella Mountain Community College to register (623.935.8888)
2. Pay with credit or debit card or bring registration form with payment to campus: 3000 N. Dysart Road, Avondale, AZ
3. Arrive 15 – 20 min before testing. Tests begin promptly.
4. Bring a pen with blue or black ink, a pencil and also a calculator.
Mathematics NC 500 0808 Cost $10 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Reading NC 500 0813 Cost $10 2:15 pm – 3:15 pm
Writing NC 500 0814 Cost $20 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Mathematics NC 500 0815 Cost $10 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Reading NC 500 0816 Cost $10 2:15 pm – 3:15 pm
Writing NC 500 0817 Cost $20 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Mathematics NC 500 0818 Cost $10 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Reading NC 500 0820 Cost $10 2:15 pm – 3:15 pm
Writing NC 500 0826 Cost $20 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Mathematics NC 500 0840 Cost $10 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Reading NC 500 0846 Cost $10 2:15 pm – 3:15 pm
Writing NC 500 0851 Cost $20 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Test Results
No Charge – at least 3 weeks for the results
Rapid Scoring – at most 8 days from the date of testing
Math and/or Reading and Writing NC 500 0858 Cost $30
Math and/or Reading ONLY NC 500 0859 Cost $20
Writing ONLY NC 500 0860 Cost $10
Instructional Support Inventory (ISI Evaluation) NC 500 0862 Cost $25
You may check the www.act.org website at anytime for your scores. As soon as your scores are received, you will be notified by phone and a copy mailed to you. |
