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Geeks to Geezers - How to Deal with Change
We all experience change in our lives, wheter at work or in our personal lives. Learn how to deal with change for any situation at any age. Dan Esterline walks you through how to best deal with change in your life. Monday, December 7, 2009. Cost: $99
Monday, December 7, 2009 @ 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

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Originating Location: NTC Wausau Campus

DIVERSITY

ECE Book Club: Multi Ethnic Books
Children need to have diversity presented to them in a way that supports tolerance and cooperation. This course will discuss resources that we can share in the classroom with young children to help them grow their social-emotional skills. Two articles will be used as resources for this class: http://www.adl.org/bibliography/bfc_eval.asp and http://www2.scholastic.com/browse/article.jsp?id=3757. Cost: $15
Thursday, December 10, 2009 @ 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

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Originating Location: NTC Wausau Campus

EARLY CHILDHOOD CONTINUING EDUCATION

Shaken Baby Syndrome
Class covers understanding development phases, infant crying, coping with crying, self-calming strategies, managing anger, disciplining children by working out an action plan. This training meets the Wisconsin State requirements for child care providers. Bar Codes will be issued. Cost is $10.
Thursday, December 10, 2009 @ 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

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Originating Location: NTC Wausau Campus

ECE Book Club: Multi Ethnic Books
Children need to have diversity presented to them in a way that supports tolerance and cooperation. This course will discuss resources that we can share in the classroom with young children to help them grow their social-emotional skills. Two articles will be used as resources for this class: http://www.adl.org/bibliography/bfc_eval.asp and http://www2.scholastic.com/browse/article.jsp?id=3757 Cost: $15.
Thursday, December 10, 2009 @ 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

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Originating Location: NTC Wausau Campus

Building a Boy Friendly Classroom that Benefits all Children
Do you wonder why fathers don’t visit your classroom as often as mothers? Are you struggling with a classroom with active boys? Come to this workshop to learn how to invite and welcome men and discover what we know about boys, fathers, father figures. You’ll also receive some practical ideas to use and try out activities to make a program male friendly (which will also be beneficial for girls too!). This will be a participatory workshop, so be prepared to learn, exchange information and have FUN! Cost $49
Saturday, December 12, 2009 @ 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Class Location:
NTC Wausau Campus

FOOD SAFETY & SANITATION

Food Safety and Sanitation Recertification
As employees in the food service industry, it is important to stay up-to-date on changes in the codes and regulations related to food safety and sanitation. This course will cover these updates as well as procedures for food preparation, sanitary work habits, cleaning and sanitizing procedures, and HACCP principles. This course meets the requirements of the Wisconsin Food Code for Food Manager Sanitation recertification. Cost: $40
Wednesday, December 2, 2009 @ 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM

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Originating Location: NTC Wausau Campus

Food Safety Recertification - Online
As employees in the food service industry, it is important to stay up-to-date on changes in the codes and regulations related to food safety and sanitation. This online course, available 24/7, will cover updates as well as procedures for food preparation, sanitary work habits, cleaning and sanitizing procedures, and HACCP principles. This course meets the requirements of the Wisconsin Food Code for Food Manager Sanitation Recertification. Once registered, you will receive an email with instructions. Course is available and must be completed between August 24, 2009 and December 15, 2009. Cost: $50
Tuesday, December 15, 2009 @ 8:00 AM - 11:30 PM

Class Location:
NTC Online

HEALTH SCIENCES

CNA Refresher
NTC is offering a six-hour Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) refresher class for persons who have worked as CNA’s but have allowed their certification to lapse. We will assist you to refresh your Nursing Assistant skills, provide tips to help prepare to successfully retest, understand the current Wisconsin mandated system for recertification, and provide you with testing information, booklet,and application. The class includes: • Two hours of video based review - check out the DVD from the Wausau NTC Library to view on your own time. If accommodations are needed to view the DVD, contact Cathy at 715.803.1861 or newby@ntc.edu • Four hours Lab Practice with the assistance of a CNA Faculty Member Cost: $30.
Saturday, December 12, 2009 @ 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Class Location:
NTC Wausau Campus

INSURANCE CONTINUING EDUCATION

Ethics 2 (4 Cr)
Content will include agent responsibilities, conflicts, business and/or operation practices as well as detailed discussion of proceedings and actions often taken by the Wisconsin Commissioner of Insurance. Cost $45
Thursday, December 3, 2009 @ 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM

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Originating Location: NTC Wausau Campus

Principles, Ethics & Law (CE Approved) NEW!
This course covers the basic eight hours of principles of insurance and general Wisconsin laws and ethics, as required by the Wisconsin Commissioner of Insurance. This pre-licensing class has just been approved for Continuing Education and is approved for eight hours of CE Credit. Please call 715-803-1861 if you need this course for both pre-licensing and continuing education. Book available from NTC Bookstore. Cost: $60
Friday, December 4, 2009 @ 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Class Location:
NTC Wausau Campus

Employee Benefits (4 Cr)
Employee Benefits is a 4 credit course. Materials included. Cost: $45
Tuesday, December 8, 2009 @ 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Class Location:
NTC Wausau Campus

INSURANCE PRE-LICENSING

Life Insurance
This course to be held Friday, November 20, 2009, 12:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. and continued on Saturday, November 21, 2009, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. The course is designed to meet the 12-hour requirement for the pre-licensing education in the area of Life Insurance. Book required from NTC Bookstore. Cost: $65
Friday, November 20, 2009 @ 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Class Location:
NTC Wausau Campus

Principles, Ethics & Law
This course to be held on Friday, December 4, 2009, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., covers the basic eight (8) hours of principles of insurance and general Wisconsin laws and ethics, as required by the Wisconsin Commissioner of Insurance. Book required from NTC Bookstore. Cost is $60
Friday, December 4, 2009 @ 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Class Location:
NTC Wausau Campus

Property Insurance
This course, which meets Saturday, December 5, 2009, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., and continues on Friday, December 11, 2009, 8;30 a.m. - Noon, is designed to meet the 12-hour requirement for the pre-licensing education in the area of Property Insurance. Book required from NTC Bookstore. Cost $65
Saturday, December 5, 2009 @ 8:30 AM - 4:15 PM

Class Location:
NTC Wausau Campus

Life Insurance
This course to be held Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, December 8, 9,, & 10, 2009, 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. and is designed to meet the 12-hour requirement for the pre-licensing education in the area of Life Insurance. Book required from NTC Bookstore. Cost $65.
Tuesday, December 8, 2009 @ 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Class Location:
NTC Wausau Campus

Casualty Insurance
This course to be held Friday, December 11, 12:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. and continued on Saturday, December 12, 2009, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. is designed to meet the 12-hour requirement for the pre-licensing education in the area of casualty insurance. Book required from NTC Bookstore. Cost $65.
Friday, December 11, 2009 @ 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Class Location:
NTC Wausau Campus

INTERNATIONAL EXPORTING

Managing International Distributors
Overcome common challenges faced in establishing, managing and motivating a network of international distributors. Cost: $49.
Thursday, December 10, 2009 @ 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Originating Location: NTC Wausau Campus

ONLINE

Budgeting Essentials
An introduction to the fundamentals of the budgeting process, including understanding how to prepare a budget, as well as learning how to manage a budget within the context of a hierarchical organizational structure. You will be exposed to the various components of a budget and how they work together, as well as how to prepare, organize, and structure your budget using basic financial statements. $95
Tuesday, December 15, 2009 @ 12:00 AM - 1:00 AM

Class Location:
Online Course

Persuasive Communication
Persuasive communication is essential not only for selling the products or services of the business but for obtaining financing and running daily operations. This course will provide students with the opportunity to gain confidence and improve their communication skills. Even the most skilled communicator can always learn additional techniques for success. cost: $95
Tuesday, December 15, 2009 @ 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Class Location:
Online

Tax Issues
The Tax Issues course covers basic tax issues, including business tax strategy planning, that are important in transactional work for sole proprietorships, partnerships, or corporations. $95
Tuesday, December 15, 2009 @ 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Class Location:
Online Course

Financial Management for Business
This course provides an understanding of financial accounting and accounting terms for those with little or no financial background. The course covers the foundational principles of interpreting financial statements, determining company profitability and measuring cash flow. $95
Tuesday, December 15, 2009 @ 12:00 AM - 1:00 AM

Class Location:
Online Course

Organizational Techniques and Strategies
Organization is the key to success in any business environment. If you have ever had a problem finding something when you needed it, not wanting to file, knowing that a task or project was completed but not finding the report or information, then this course is for you. This course will teach participants how to organize an office with strategies that can be personalized to any office or business environment. This course will cover the basics of general organizational techniques that many miss because of time shortages, office pressures, and other factors. $95
Tuesday, December 15, 2009 @ 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Class Location:
Online Course

Email Best Practices in Business
E-Mail is the most prevalent means for communication in any office environment. This course will teach participants some of the best practices for writing, responding to, and sorting through e-mail. Tips and techniques on wording, subject matter, addresses, and subjects will be covered in detail. This course is perfect for anyone who is frustrated by the disorganization of their own e-mail or the practices of others and those who want to exemplify professionalism in their own e-mail writing. Cost: $95
Tuesday, December 15, 2009 @ 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Class Location:
Online

Supplier Contracting
Introduces the contracting process and provides an understanding of the source of supply (i.e., purchase orders, contracts, etc.) and decision-making needed in supplier contracting. This course provides a foundation in contracting issues. $95
Tuesday, December 15, 2009 @ 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Class Location:
Online Course

Price and Cost Analysis
In this course students will learn various techniques associated with evaluating pricing and costing including methodologies and techniques to improve profitability and minimize losses. Different price comparison methods as well as strategic cost analysis are explored in this course. Cost: $95
Tuesday, December 15, 2009 @ 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Class Location:
Online

Essentials of Purchasing
Students will learn the fundamentals of the purchasing function in the context of efficiency and organization. Explore topics such as the administrative aspects of purchasing, purchasing methodologies, and optimization strategies. $95
Tuesday, December 15, 2009 @ 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Class Location:
Online Course

Negotiation Strategies
The business environment and culture of any business relationship is often the product of a negotiation. Discover the process of negotiating, evaluating negotiation styles, and considering successful negotiation strategies for most business environments. This course will develop basic negotiation skills that can be used in a variety of contexts. $95
Tuesday, December 15, 2009 @ 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Class Location:
Online Course

Fundraising Fundamentals
This course will examine the essential aspects of fundraising and how to maximize fundraising opportunities. Participants will learn effective fundraising techniques and develop strategies for success. Cost: $95
Tuesday, December 15, 2009 @ 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Class Location:
Online

Strategic Management in Operations
Develop practical and managerial skills necessary for operational success. Create an operational plan that includes the strategic direction necessary to achieve operational goals. $95
Tuesday, December 15, 2009 @ 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Class Location:
Online Course

Essentials of Business Ownership
Students will learn the basics of starting, owning, and managing a business, as well as the fundamentals from idea generation to implementation. $95
Tuesday, December 15, 2009 @ 12:00 AM - 1:00 AM

Class Location:
Online Course

Marketing Management
This course focuses on the principles and techniques of marketing by exploring the issues that are necessary in the management of the marketing process. The course will detail the marketing process including the basic principles of advertising and public relations will also be covered in this course. Cost: $95
Tuesday, December 15, 2009 @ 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Class Location:
Online

Business Entity Formation
In this course students will learn how to form, maintain, and dissolve various business entities. Students will have a chance to prepare various documents related to entity formation and maintenance. Students will also learn some of the subtle differences between the various types of entities. Cost: $95
Tuesday, December 15, 2009 @ 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Class Location:
Online

Management Issues in the IT Environment
An introductory course focusing on effective management principles, including techniques and effective strategies for information technology professionals. $95
Tuesday, December 15, 2009 @ 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Class Location:
Online Course

The Essentials of Public Relations
In any office or business environment there is always a critical need for marketing, branding, and even advertising; often public relations is not considered by office personnel and management. This course will introduce participants to the basics of public relations for the office and business environment and focus on simple strategies for working with the press, identifying public relations opportunities and developing a public relations strategy. This course is appropriate for anyone who wants to learn more about public relations and how to use it for office and business success. $95
Tuesday, December 15, 2009 @ 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Class Location:
Online Course

Non-Profit Management and Governance
This course will examine the fundamental principles of non-profit management as well as the roles and responsibilities of a non-profit board of directors and the management team. The legal and ethical requirements for non-profit management and governance are also covered. Cost: $95
Tuesday, December 15, 2009 @ 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Class Location:
Online

E-Business Legal Issues
Legal considerations for the new economy is an intense study of legal issues surrounding online business. Designed for lawyers, executives, upper-level managers, entrepreneurs, sales/marketing professionals, software developers, engineers -- anyone interested in the legal ramifications of doing business on the Web. However, students of various backgrounds may choose to include this program as part of a broader study of e-commerce and e-business. $95
Tuesday, December 15, 2009 @ 12:00 AM - 1:00 AM

Class Location:
Online Course

Business Plan Development
In this course students will learn the essentials of creating and developing a successful business plan to better understand the basic business structure as they assist lawyers with start-up business clients. Cost: $95
Tuesday, December 15, 2009 @ 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Class Location:
Online

Management Essentials
This course focuses on the management function and the skills and resources that develop and grow a successful manager. Explore topics such as developing a corporate culture, working successfully with teams, developing and implementing successful people management strategies and workflow and performance management. $95
Tuesday, December 15, 2009 @ 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Class Location:
Online Course

Successful Selection Systems
A successful selection system is a comprehensive recruitment to post-hire process for attracting, selecting, and on-boarding the right candidates for your job and your company. Such a system will yield a highly engaged, immediately productive workforce with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to contribute quickly to the organizations’ objectives. This course will explore how to develop and implement such successful selection systems within your organization. cost: $95
Tuesday, December 15, 2009 @ 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Class Location:
Online

Business Best Practices
Best practices are important in achieving excellence and success. This course focuses on several best practice models from various industries and integrates some of the common themes into a game plan for business success. Cost: $95
Tuesday, December 15, 2009 @ 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Class Location:
Online

Collaborative Problem Solving in the IT Environment
This course develops collaborative problem-solving skills and focuses on the importance of teams in the IT environment. $95
Tuesday, December 15, 2009 @ 12:00 AM - 1:00 AM

Class Location:
Online Course

The Supply Chain Process
In this course students are introduced to the various aspects of the supply chain environment including enterprise resource planning systems and requirement systems. The interrelationships between purchasing, vendor selection, sources of supply, and the role of technology are also explored in this course so that a student understands the integrated approach to planning, acquisition, flow, and distribution from raw materials to finished products. Cost: $95
Tuesday, December 15, 2009 @ 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Class Location:
Online

Class Location:
NTC Online

Human Resources (HR) as a Strategic Partner
The HR department exists in large part to address the issues that fall into grey areas. Human resource departments and managers are charged with a great deal of responsibility and in such this course focuses on working within HR as a strategic partner within the organization. This course explores what this means and how to accomplish the objective of operating with HR as a strategic partner. $95
Tuesday, December 15, 2009 @ 12:00 AM - 1:00 AM

Class Location:
Online Course

Seven Management Disciplines
The seven management disciplines essential to management and business success are discussed in the context of all areas of business operation and management. This course provides a round-table opportunity to evaluate real-life business issues. $95
Tuesday, December 15, 2009 @ 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Class Location:
Online Course

The Procurement Process
In this course students will be introduced to principles that guide how suppliers are selected to provide goods and services through the various phases of the procurement process. This is an excellent course to gain an understanding of RFPs, responses, and contract bid work Cost: $95
Tuesday, December 15, 2009 @ 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Class Location:
Online

High Performance Organizations
In today’s fast paced business climate, becoming a high-performance organization is what sets the great organizations apart from the good. It is what makes the difference between surviving and thriving. High Performance or Performance Driven Organizations are known for realizing a higher return on investment, greater profits, increased productivity, decreased operational costs, improved customer and employee retention, and other key indicators that set them apart from ‘good’ companies. This course will explore some of the characteristics and the development of the high performance organization. $95
Tuesday, December 15, 2009 @ 12:00 AM - 1:00 AM

Class Location:
Online Course

Positioning For and Finding Financing
Essential for any business owner of manager who must find financing either for start-up purposes or for running the business operations. Discuss the various types of financing from venture capital to traditional financing sources.
Tuesday, December 15, 2009 @ 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Class Location:
Online Course

Principles of Buying or Selling a Business
Learn about the acquisition and disposition process. Topics include valuation, strategic positioning financing options. This course is excellent for those interested in buying a current business rather than starting on their own as well s for anyone seeking to sell an ongoing business. Cost: $95
Tuesday, December 15, 2009 @ 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Class Location:
Online

E-Business Commerce
Explore the special topics associated with e-commerce. Participants will focus on website issues related to e-commerce transactions, catalogs, shopping carts, and serving customers through various distribution channels. Operational strategies peculiar to the e-retailing environment will be explored in more detail. Register Today $95
Tuesday, December 15, 2009 @ 1:00 AM - 1:00 AM

Class Location:
Online Course

Specialized Techniques for Grant Writing
Learn how to use technical writing as a form of conversation as well as an interactive process that involves writers and readers who respond to one another. Create documents that use explanation, description and intentional direction in order to persuade or direct your readers. This class is required to earn a Certificate in Grant Writing. Cost: $95
Tuesday, December 15, 2009 @ 1:00 AM - 1:00 AM

Class Location:
Online Course

Introduction to Grant Writing
Introduction to Grant Writing equips students with the skills and tools necessary to enter the field of grant writing. It will cover the fundamental elements of a grant proposal such as the objectives, problems addressed, methodology, evaluation and assessments, budget and cover letter, as well as the members involved. This class is required to earn a Certificate in Grant Writing. Cost: $95
Tuesday, December 15, 2009 @ 1:00 AM - 1:00 AM

Class Location:
Online Course

Introduction to Grant Research
This course covers the diverse types of grants that are available, including corporate, non-profit, education, and government grants. Learn the basics on how to research for and find available grants as well as how to begin the grant process. This class is required to earn a Certificate in Grant Writing. Cost: $95
Tuesday, December 15, 2009 @ 1:00 AM - 1:00 AM

Class Location:
Online Course

Advanced Grant Writing
Learn how to develop successful and fundable grants. We will focus on the skills needed to prepare professional, competitive and compelling and successful grant proposals. The course includes a lesson on the “Potential Pitfalls” of Grant Writing. This class is required to earn a Certificate in Grant Writing. Cost: $95
Tuesday, December 15, 2009 @ 1:00 AM - 1:00 AM

Class Location:
Online Course

Certified Nursing Assistant Train the Trainer Online
Certified Nursing Assistant Train the Trainer Train the trainer is an internet class for persons desiring to be nursing assistant instructors. It meets the federal and state requirements for approval of primary instructors. Course runs during the spring semester, January 14 – May 15 and must be completed by May 15, 2009. This course can be completed entirely from your home or office. Once you register you will receive two emails, one confirming registration, and one with course information. Cost $199.
Tuesday, December 15, 2009 @ 1:00 AM - 1:00 AM

Class Location:
Online

PUBLIC SAFETY

Health Care Provider CPR - Refresher
Review the skills and competencies necessary to maintain certification in Health Care Provider CPR. Cost: $20.
Monday, December 7, 2009 @ 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Class Location:
NTC Wausau Campus

Health Care Provider CPR - Basic
This course provides training for adult/pediatric CPR, automated external defibrillation (AED) and dealing with foreign body airway obstruction. Class held Tuesday, December 8 and Thursday, December 10, 2009. Cost: $25.
Tuesday, December 8, 2009 @ 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Class Location:
NTC Wausau Campus

RESPONSIBLE BEVERAGE

Responsible Beverage
Owners/operators and employees of the food and beverage industry understand the importance of responsible beverage service. This course is specifically designed to give you the information needed to be successful in this industry and is available at all NTC campus locations. A certificate will be awarded upon satisfactory completion of the course. The course fulfills Wisconsin Statutes Section beverage 125.17(6), which requires new applicants, bartenders, or operators to complete training before a license is issued. Cost: $25
Wednesday, December 9, 2009 @ 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM

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Originating Location: NTC Wausau Campus

Responsible Beverage Fall - Online
Owners/operators and employees of the food and beverage industry understand the importance of responsible beverage service. This course is specifically designed to give you the information needed to be successful in this industry. A certificate will be awarded upon satisfactory completion of the course. This course fulfills Wisconsin Statutes Section Beverage 125.17(6), which requires new applicants, bartenders and operators to complete training before a license is issued. Class must be finished by December 15, 2009. $35
Tuesday, December 15, 2009 @ 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Class Location:
Online

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