Summer 2016 Community Education

SCHENECTADY COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Allied Health | Archaeology | Art | Children’s Courses | ComputersCulinary | Music Lessons | Personal Enrichment

Professional Development | Wellness

COMMUNITY EDUCATIONPrograms and Courses

SUMMER 2016

www.sunysccc.edu/wfd

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THE SCCC OffiCE Of WOrkfOrCE DEvElOpmEnT

Denise ZieskeVice President of Workforce Development and Community Education201 State StreetKindl BuildingSchenectady, NY 12305(518) 595-1101, ext. 6 | [email protected]

michael HendersonCoordinator of Workforce Development112 State Street, Room 205Albany, NY 12207(518) 871-9079, ext. 2004 | [email protected]

maria kotaryAssociate for Workforce Development 201 State StreetKindl BuildingSchenectady, NY 12305(518) 595-1101, ext. 4 | [email protected]

Tiziana rotaHealth Profession Opportunity Grants - Project Director433 State Street, 2nd floor Schenectady, NY 12305(518) 708-6556 | [email protected]

Sarah Wilson-SparrowProgram Coordinator201 State StreetKindl BuildingSchenectady, NY 12305595-1101, ext. 2 | [email protected]

Schenectady County Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race and color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, military status, domestic violence victim status, arrest or conviction record and predisposing genetic characteristics. This goal reflects the commitment of Schenectady County Community College to provide affirmative action in all areas of admissions, employment, or in any aspect of the business of the College.

All information in this directory is subject to change due to budget, staffing, instructional or other institutional needs.

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HOW TO rEgiSTEr

Online and in-person registration

Students may register for non-credit courses through the first day of class depending on space availability. Please submit your non-credit registration request via our web site: www.sunysccc.edu/wfd.

Students can register in-person at the Registrar’s Office, Elston Hall, 212 and 215, during regular College hours. For information, please call (518) 381-1348.

Payment for non-credit courses is expected at the time of registration. Students may pay for non-credit classes in person by visiting the Student Business Office, located in Elston Hall, 219 or via our web site, www.sunysccc.edu/academic/sbo.htm#webtuition.

if you plan on withdrawing from or not attending a non-credit course please contact the Office of Workforce Development at (518) 595-1101, ext. 3 prior to the course start date; otherwise you will be charged for this course.

registration CalendarNon-Credit classes begin in May. Non-credit courses also start on other dates in June, July and August. Check specific courses in this directory for start dates.

In-person Registration is ongoing and students may register until the course start date.

SCCC is closed on the following holidays: Monday, May 30 (Memorial Day), Monday, July 4 (Fourth of July).

nOn-CrEDiT rEfunD pOliCy100% refund will be made for any course cancelled by the College.

1. Full refund prior to first class meeting. Students must contact the Office of Workforce Development at (518) 595-1101 to withdraw from the course prior to the first class meeting.

2. no refund after first class meeting.

inTErESTED in TEaCHing Or Training?Opportunities are available for qualified and exceptional part-time, day, evening, and weekend instructors to design and teach courses in business, high-tech, healthcare, and personal enrichment courses, particularly children’s courses. General qualifications: extensive experience and knowledge in the subject area, proven teaching ability and excellent communication skills.

Please send a résumé, a cover letter describing your interest in teaching a specific course and your qualifications, as well as a course proposal to:

Maria Kotary, Associate for Workforce DevelopmentSchenectady County Community College 201 State Street Kindl Building Schenectady, NY 12305 (518) 595-1101, ext. 4 • [email protected]


Home Health aide The training covers material for both Personal Care Assistant (PCA) and Home Health Aide (HHA). It provides students with the foun-dation of working in a home setting and providing care ranging from personal care to the elderly, disabled and infants to taking vital signs. A Home Health Aide (HHA) has a scope of care services wider and more advanced than a PCA. Several times a year, we offer this standalone 4 week, 75 hour training, in addition to 8 hours clinical rotations in a home care or assisted living setting. Labor market analysis projects growing demand and high need in home care professionals in the near future. This course is ide-ally suited to those wishing to work with residents in their homes.

personal Care assistant upgrade to Home Health aideDesigned for those who already have the PCA certification and wish to acquire additional training to become a certified Home Health Adie (HHA). The training is two weeks long and covers the required 35 hours of classroom and clinical lab as well as the 8 hours of clinical experience in an assisted living facility setting. As demand for HHAs continues to increase, obtaining the additional certification gives participants the flexibility to work at both levels of care.

Community Health WorkersCommunity Health Workers (CHW) are a vital link to promoting health and wellness throughout communities and to lowering health care costs. Certified Community Health Workers act as part of a team within public-health, hospital, social service and other community support organizations to promote health and wellness, provide support and services as directed by the orga-nization through outreach, education, referral and follow-ups, case management, advocacy and home-visiting services. Prior experience in the field of healthcare (CNA, HHA, EMT) or medical science OR prior experience in community engagement either as paid or volunteer as demonstrated by confirmation by the spon-soring organization is required. After preliminary intake, there will be a selection interview. The certification can be obtained after successful completion of 96 hours of classroom training and 108 hours of internship with area hospitals, medical centers, and other healthcare or community organizations. Classes are held in the evening to accommodate student workers and will take place in the Fall Semester in Albany at 112 State Street, with internships beginning on or about January of the following year and in the Spring Semester in Schenectady at Center City with internships staring in late May of each year.

This document is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under grant number G06HP27890, Health Career Opportunity Program (HCOP) - Skill Training and Health Workforce Development of Paraprofessionals for $200,000. This information or content are those of the author and should not be construed as the official position or policy of, nor should any endorsements be inferred by HRSA, HHS or the U.S. Govern-ment.

The courses outlined here are supported by a grant for those who qualify: Health Career Opportunity Program (HCOP) for Paraprofessionals. The grant works in part-nership with Albany Com-munity Action Partnership (ACAP) and Schenectady Community Action Program (SCAP) and provides intake, barrier reduction, and employment support to those individuals who qualify and are enrolled in the grant. Our participants receive FREE training and education either in Albany or in Schenectady along with support and employ-ment services.

Qualifications are:

• Household income requirements (200% of Federal Guidelines for Poverty Level)

• High school diploma or equivalency

• U.S. citizenship or resident alien status

• Immunization records and proof of a flu shot

• Passing a criminal background check

For information about enrollment:

In Fulton, Montgomery, Saratoga and Schenectady Counties contact SCAP at (518) 374-9181

In Rensselaer and Albany Counties contact ACAP at (518) 463-3175

Health Career Opportunity program (HCOp)

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allied Health CoursesCertified nurse aide (Cna)CfE 007

The Certified Nurse Aide program prepares stu-dents to take the written and practical skill exam to obtain the New York State Nurse Aide Certification. A Certified Nurse Aide performs delegated tasks involving personal care of residents of long-term care skilled nursing facilities. The majority of CNAs are employed at geriatric nursing facilities; however CNAs are also in demand for work with pediatric and developmentally disabled residents. The SCCC Allied Health CNA course has a minimum of 90 classroom hours and a minimum of 30 hours of rotations in clinical sites. In-cluded in the training is an additional 40 hours of Personal Care Aide (PCA) training for those who might prefer to work in home settings. The CNA/PCA course lasts approximately 8 weeks and, to ensure success, it provides more than the required number of classroom and lab hours. Classes are held at our Albany as well as our Sche-nectady sites. Applicants will need to have a High School Diploma or equivalency, supply required medical information and have no criminal background. It is advised to contact our office to obtain additional information and the necessary forms well in advance of the class.

Please call the Office of Workforce Development Allied Health at (518) 621-4007, for additional information or visit our website: www.sunysccc.edu/wfd.

Home Health aide (HHa)CfE 014

The training covers material for both Personal Care Assistant (PCA) and Home Health Aide (HHA). It provides students with the foundation of working in a home setting and providing care ranging from personal care to the elderly, disabled and infants to taking vital signs. A Home Health Aide (HHA) has a scope of care services wider and more advanced than a PCA. Several times a year, we offer this standalone 4 week, 75 hour training, in addition to 8 hours clinical rotations in a home care or assisted living setting. Labor market analysis projects growing demand and high need in home care professionals in the near future. Classes are held at our Albany as well as our Schenectady sites. This course is ideally suited to those wishing to work with residents in their homes. Applicants will need to supply required medical information and have no criminal background. It is advised to contact our office to obtain additional information and the necessary forms well in advance of the class.

Please call the Office of Workforce Development Allied Health at (518) 621-4007 for additional information or visit our website: www.sunysccc.edu/wfd.


personal Care assistant upgrade to Home Health aideCfE 017

Designed for those who already have the PCA certification and wish to acquire additional training to become a certified HHA. The training is two weeks long and covers the required 35 hours of classroom and clinical lab as well as the 8 hours clinical experience in an assisted living facility setting. As demand for HHA continues to increase, obtaining the additional certification would give participants the flexibility to work at both level of care. Classes are held at our Albany as well as our Schenectady sites. Applicants will need to supply required medical information and have no criminal background. It is advised to contact our office to obtain additional information and the necessary forms well in advance of the class.


personal Care assistant (pCa)CfE 016

The Personal Care Assistant (PCA) training provides students with the foundation of working in a home setting and providing care limited to personal care and light household work. The 40 hours of training is needed to pass the certification exam. Classes are held several times during the year both at our Albany and Schenectady sites. Applicants will need to supply required medical information and have no criminal background. It is advised to contact our office to obtain additional information and the necessary forms well in advance of the class.


Community Health WorkersCfE 020

Community Health Workers (CHW) are a vital link to promoting health and wellness through-out communities and to lowering health care costs. Certified Community Health Workers act as part of a team within public-health, hospital, social-service and other community support organizations to promote health and wellness, provide support and services as directed by the organization through outreach, education, referral and follow-ups, case management,

advocacy and home-visiting services. Prior experience in the field of healthcare (CNA, HHA, EMT) or medical science OR prior experience in community engagement either as paid or volunteer as demonstrated by confirmation by the sponsoring organization is required. After preliminary intake there will be a selection interview. The certification can be obtained after successful completion of 96 hours of classroom training and 108 hours of internship with area hospitals, medical centers, and other healthcare or community organizations. Classes are held in the evening to accommodate stu-dent workers and will take place in the Fall Semester in Albany at 112 State Street, with internships beginning on or about January of the following year and in the Spring Semester in Schenectady at Center City with internships staring in late May of each year.


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Business Training and Professional Development

Through customized consultation and training services, we are committed to partnering with you.

Working together, we’ll assess and pinpoint your organization’s needs to develop specific solutions to help your employees succeed, and improve your bottom line from start to finish.

Customized Training Services Include: • Supervisory and Leadership Training • Essential Work Skills • Business and Professional Writing Skills • Health and Safety • Computers and Information Technology

We ensure your unique business goals are met by delivering high quality training.

Office of Workforce Development Guiding Principles: • Our customers are treated with the highest respect and professionalism. • We conduct business with honesty and integrity. • We provide state-of-the-art curriculum/instruction based on customer needs. • Every student is important to us. • Instruction is delivered focusing on student outcomes. • We understand and respect both traditional and non-traditional learners.

For additional information please contact:Michael Henderson Coordinator of Workforce DevelopmentPhone: (518) 871-9079 x2004 or [email protected]

Three Convenient Locations!

Schenectady Main Campus & Center City

and Albany at 112 State Street.


Community archaeologyCertificate of proficiency in archaeologyThe SCCC Community Archaeology Program (CAP) at SCCC offers a non-credit Certificate of Proficiency in Archaeology. Students 16 and older may enroll in individual courses or complete 6 required courses plus experience (see chart be-low). Those who have completed this certificate are eligible to obtain a non-credit Certificate of Advanced Study in Community Archaeology. These certificates pro-vide students an educational opportunity through classroom instruction and ex-perience to learn about regional archaeology and acquire the knowledge and skills needed in order to pursue archaeology under professional supervision. Lectures, readings, discussions, field trips and hands-on activities are among the teaching methods employed in all courses.

Courses Semester Total lecture Hours

CFP 102 Native American Archaeology Fall 30

CFP 103 Laboratory Practices Spring 24

CFP 106 Historical Archaeology Spring 39

CFP 107 Recording and Archiving Archaeological Data Fall 24

CFP 108 Researching/Interpreting Documents Spring 24

CFP 109 Archaeological Field Work Program Spring 20

Requirements: Above listed six courses or equivalents (approved by Community Archaeology faculty) and 60 volunteer hours (30 lab and 30 fieldwork) under CFP 100 Archaeology Research.

Certificate of advanced Study in Community archaeology (CaSCa)Students will consult with an SCCC-CAP instructor about enrollment in the Independent Study course required for completion of the Advanced Certificate.

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archaeology Coursesarchaeological researchCRN# 60280 CFP 100-51 6/1-8/31 By Appointment Fee: $25This course is mandatory for students fulfilling the 60 experience hours required for the SCCC- Community Archaeology (CAP) certificate. Additionally, this course is required for all students engaged in archaeological research and laboratory under a SCCC-CAP instructor’s supervision. This course is taught by Louise Basa, an area archaeologist with extensive fieldwork experience and research experience, and Diana Carter. Ms. Basa is past president of the NYS Archaeological Association. Ms. Carter, a GE retiree, began her second career in archaeology after graduation from SCCC CAP with a basic certificate.

Hands on archaeology for adultsCRN# 60281 CFP 111-01 7/7-7/15 Th & F 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Fee: $125Archaeology is more than digging. Students in this course will explore all aspects of archaeology: planning, excavation, analysis, interpretation and reporting of results through class presentations and hands-on activities under the supervision of SCCC’s Community Archaeology Program instructor(s). Activities include document study, field survey, digging techniques, artifact identification and other lab analyses. Course options will include fieldtrips and research at local sites within the Stockade and the Capital District. Opportunities for continued involvement in any or all aspects of archaeology will be presented. This course is taught by Louise Basa, an area archaeologist with extensive fieldwork experience and research experience. Ms. Basa is past president of the NYS Archaeological Association.

Caring for your CollectionCRN# 60417 CFP 119-01 7/13-7/27 W 6-8:30 p.m. Fee: $75This course will provide students with valuable information and guidance to protect family heirlooms, collections and keepsakes so that family members can enjoy the memories and historical association of the collections. Instructional information and demonstrations will focus around the preservation and minor cleaning and/or repair of a variety of items such as coin collections, glass and ceramic knick-knacks, toys and games and just about anything that can be passed on to family members or future generations. This course is taught by Darrell Pinckney, a member of the American Institute of Conservation for Art and Antiquities.

intro to genealogyCRN# 60418 CFP 120-01 6/6-7/18 M 6-8 p.m. Fee: $115No Class 7/4 This course will cover the basics of genealogy, including record-keeping, practice and archiving rules. Students will learn of the variety of local repositories and the sources they offer such as census records, city directories, church records, probate and other records. Students will also learn about the wide variety of sources available on the Internet. In addition, students will take a fieldtrip on Saturday, July 16, to the Schenectady County Historical Society to learn about their library and archival collections. This course is taught by Michael Maloney, the librarian and archivist at the Schenectady County Historical Society, where he enjoys assisting researchers with genealogy, researching and writing blog posts for the library’s blog, organizing the library’s collections and planning programs to promote Schenectady’s rich history.


Children and Teensintroduction to Horseback riding for Children and TeensCRN# 60403 CFP 335-01 5/26-6/30 Th 4-5 p.m. Fee: $185

CRN# 60404 CFP 335-02 7/7-8/4 Th 4-5 p.m. Fee: $185Students, ages 6-13 years, will have an opportunity to take introductory level riding lessons that allow them to bond with their horse and focus on proper technique and safety. Riders are grouped according to riding ability with no experience necessary. Students are asked to wear boots or shoes with a heel, appropriate riding attire such as jeans or comfortable pants and no loose clothing. Riding helmets will be provided to all students but students are also welcome to bring their own. Students will ride in one of the Capital District’s largest indoor arenas - the New Horizons Stables, located at 586 Pearse Road in Schenectady. Don’t miss this opportunity – class size is limited.

aikido for kidsCRN# 60299 CFP 315-51 6/1-7/6 W 5:30-6:30 p.m. Fee: $55

CRN# 60300 CFP 315-52 7/13-8/17 W 5:30-6:30 p.m. Fee: $55Aikido strengthens the body, mind and spirit. It also promotes self-defense, flexibility, strength building and coordination. Students will learn the different techniques that keep this martial art popular. This class will take place at the YWCA, located at 44 Washington Ave. in Schenectady. This course is taught by Suzanne Rancourt, a 1st degree black belt in the US Aikido Federation and a veteran of the United States Marine Corp. who has 15+ years of teaching and training experience. Ms. Rancourt will teach the course in accordance with the United States Aikido Federation.

piano lessons for Children and TeensCFN# 60265 CFP 300-51 6/6-7/29 By Appointment Fee: $225

This course, designed especially for beginners, ages 6-17, will include fundamental instruction in note reading, rhythm recognition, proper hand position, and chords. Instruction will consist of 10, half-hour individual lessons.

guitar lessons for kidsCRN# 60266 CFP 305-01 6/6-7/29 By Appointment Fee: $275This course, designed especially for beginners, ages 6-17, will include fundamental instruction in reading notes, strumming chords to songs, and technical development. Instruction will consist of 10, half-hour individual lessons. Students of all skill levels are welcome. Students must bring their own guitars. This course is taught by Paul Quigley, Adjunct in the SCCC School of Music.

voice lessons for Children and TeensCRN# 60298 CFP 306-51 6/6-7/29 By Appointment Fee: $225Students will learn proper singing techniques and vocal independence through solo work. Students should be 6-17 years of age. Instruction will consist of 10, half-hour individual lessons. This course is taught by Peter Waite, an alumnus of the SCCC School of Music. Mr. Waite is the Choral Director and Piano/Voice/Composition Instructor at the Performance School of the Arts. He has an active private lesson studio instructing on composition, music theory and vocal/piano instruction to students of all ages.

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Cupcake Design and Decorating CRN# 60443 CFP 317-01 6/27 M 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Fee: $35Students ages 9-13 will learn different cupcake decorating techniques using buttercream icing. Young bakers are asked to bring an apron and a water bottle. This course is taught by Emily Schlierer. Ms. Schlierer is a Certified Wilton Method cake decorating instructor. She teaches Wilton cake decorating, cookie decorating and cupcake decorating at Joann’s and previously worked as a cake decorator at Price Chopper.

laptop Orchestra and intro to Electronic musical artCRN# 60414 CFP 343-51 6/27-7/1 M-Th 1:45-3:45 p.m. Fee: $100

CRN# 60415 CFP 343-52 7/25-7/29 M-Th 1:45-3:45 p.m. Fee: $100During this Summer Break course, students (ages 12+) will learn the history of electronic art music, study the techniques and trends that have defined this burgeoning genre over the 20th and 21st centuries, and take part in the creation of solo and group electronic music. By the end of this course, students will have an understanding of what electronic art music is, and will have practiced creating electronic art music digitally and through live recording. A performance showcase of each student’s creations, as well as a performance of the classes laptop orchestra, will be open to the public and take place on the following Saturday. a laptop capable of running audio production software is required for this course. The required software for this class, audacity and Chuck, is freely available online. This course is taught by Peter Waite, an alumnus of the SCCC School of Music, who holds a Master of Music Composition degree from The University of Rhode Island and a specialist degree in Orchestration/Film Scoring/Computer Composition from Berklee College of Music. He studied 20th Century compositional techniques under internationally acclaimed composer Dr. Eliane Aberdam, and multimedia composition under Dr. Lyn Goeringer, a leading specialist in the art. Mr. Waite teaches Piano, Voice and Composition at the Performance School of the Arts.

musical Theatre for vocalists – Summer BreakCRN# 60277 CFP 307-01 6/27-7/1 M-F 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Fee: $125

CRN# 60390 CFP 307-02 7/25-7/29 M-F 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Fee: $125This summer, students (ages 6-14) will learn to sing solos and perform group scenes from popular and historic musical theatre productions. Students will learn to perform popular musical theatre songs and study staging, characterization, healthy vocal technique and harmonization as well as develop a familiarity with musical theatre repertoire. This weeklong camp will end with a Saturday performance for friends and family. This course is taught by Peter Waite, an alumnus of the SCCC School of Music. Mr. Waite is the Choral Director and Piano, Voice and Composition Instructor at the Performance School of the Arts. He has an active private lesson studio instructing on composition, music theory and vocal/piano instruction to students of all ages.

Clash music Class – Summer BreakCRN# 60393 CFP 325-01 6/27-6/30 M-Th 12:30-1:30 p.m. Fee: $40

CRN# 60394 CFP 325-02 7/25-7/28 M-Th 12:30-1:30 p.m. Fee: $40Students (ages 4-6) will learn basic music notation and how to respond to it. Clash is a note reading method designed to teach preschool and kindergarten aged students how to read music. The students will also participate in sing-alongs, music themed coloring activities and group games geared toward developing internal rhythm, pitch recognition, phrasing and confidence when performing. This weeklong camp will end with a Saturday performance for friends and family. This course is taught by Peter Waite, an alumnus of the SCCC School of Music. Mr. Waite is the Choral Director and Piano, Voice and Composition Instructor at the Performance School of the Arts. He has an active private lesson studio instructing on composition, music theory and vocal/piano instruction to students of all ages.


kids Summer Sewing funCRN# 60444 CFP 340-01 6/27-7/1 M-F 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Fee: $150

CRN# 60409 CFP 340-02 7/5-7/8 Tu-F 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Fee: $125

CRN# 60410 CFP 340-03 7/11-7/15 M-F 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Fee: $150

CRN# 60411 CFP 340-04 7/18-7/22 M-F 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Fee: $150 This section will be held at our Albany campus, located at 112 State St., Albany, NY. In this sewing class students, ages 8-14 years, will be able to choose from a variety of projects and sew their own crafts. The instructor will assist students in learning how to use their sewing machines and show them how to create their projects with step-by-step instructions. Students will get to choose from the following: tote bag, a Basic A-line elastic waist skirt, a pocket pillow, letter pillows, a tool pouch, a funny face of fruit shaped pillow, aprons, a water bottle holder with straps, a spaghetti strap tank shirt or a dress. Students can make as many or as few projects as they choose. all supplies are included in the tuition. Students must bring their own sewing machines. Sewing machines can be provided at no additional cost but must be requested ahead of time by contacting the instructor at [email protected]. Students will have an opportunity to show off their creations on the last day of class. This course is taught by Fatima Bey who has been sewing and crocheting since she was 10 years old. She was the Alterations Manager at David’s Bridal for 10 years and teaches sewing classes at Jo-ann Fabrics, Hobby Lobby, Albany High School, and HVCC.

Caribbean adventure with kidzartCRN# 60395 CFP 328-01 7/5-7/8 Tu-Th 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Fee: $170 F 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Where the sun is always shining, the sand is warm and the water is just right... Take a dip and come on in. Have fun using many different art materials to make drawings the easy KidzArt way. We will even use the sun to create a piece of art. Learn how to do 3-D projects and painting too. This course is taught by KidzArt.

professional Baking for kids CRN#60267 CFP 308-01 7/11-7/14 M-Th 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Fee: $450

The course will focus on measurement, correct sanitation, and mixing methods. Young chefs (ages 10-13 years) will learn to make such delicacies as double chocolate chunk blondies, peach pie, garlic rosemary focaccia, lady fingers, chocolate raspberry mousse torte, banana bonanza muffins, starburst Italian bread and meringue mushrooms. young chefs are asked to bring an apron, closed toed shoes, a water bottle and a bagged lunch. This course is taught by Chef Gail Sokol, a chef educator and guest chef, who has spoken across the country. Chef Gail starred in the kids’ cooking series “Feed Your Brain with Chef Gail Sokol,” a project of Time Warner Cable airing in upstate New York. She regularly appears on television and radio discussing healthy cooking and baking. She is an Adjunct teaching Baking, Nutrition, and Sanitation for the Culinary Arts program at SCCC and an Adjunct in the Nutrition Department at The Sage Colleges, teaching food science.

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Songwriting for kids CRN# 60405 CFP 336-01 7/11-7/25 M 2-4:30 p.m. Fee: $100Students, ages 7-13 years, will write their own songs in class while learning the basics of lyric writing, song form and how to write a memorable melody. No musical experience is necessary. This course is taught by Kit Goldstein Grant, an award-winning composer, lyricist and librettist. She has studied at Juilliard, the Tony-Award winning BMI Lehman Engel Musical Theatre Writing Workshop and Union College and is a founding member of NYC’s Composers Collective.

Songwriting for Teens and adults CRN# 60430 CFP 611-01 7/11-7/25 M 6-9 p.m. Fee: $125This three-week workshop will focus on the technical elements of songwriting and workshopping student songs. Students will work on writing their own songs while learning the basics of song form, lyric writing, rhyme and melody. No musical experience is necessary. Recommended material: the book Songwriting: A Complete Guide to the Craft, by Stephen Citron. This course is taught by Kit Goldstein Grant, an award-winning composer, lyricist and librettist. She has studied at Juilliard, the Tony-Award winning BMI Lehman Engel Musical Theatre Writing Workshop and Union College and is a founding member of NYC’s Composers Collective.

Hands on archaeology for kidsCRN# 60279 CFP 314-01 7/11-7/15 M-F 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Fee: $250Young archaeologists between the ages of 9-13 years will have the opportunity to participate in an actual excavation at a site in Schenectady’s Historic Stockade District. They will learn the methods and skills used by archaeologists, with an emphasis on observation and deductive reasoning. Activities include defining research goals, survey, excavation, data and artifact recording, artifact identification and analysis and presenting results. Family and friends are invited on Friday afternoon to see the student’s presentations on the artifacts found at their excavation site. Students are asked to wear closed toed shoes with socks, bring a bagged lunch and a water bottle. Students should also wear sunscreen while working outside. This course is taught by Hanna Marie Pageau, a graduate student at the University at Albany, with field experience in osteology and material archaeology. Her research focuses on dental evolution and the efficacy of field school participation by students. Ms. Pageau has also taught for Club Scientific.

professional Baking for kids CRN# 60268 CFP 308-02 7/18-7/21 M-Th 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Fee: $450The course will focus on measurement, correct sanitation, and mixing methods. Young chefs (ages 10-13 years) will learn to make such delicacies as dark chocolate scones, crispy cheddar pastry twists, braided very cheese Danish, chocolate rugala, cinnamon crisps, black and white cookies, carrot cake and blueberry muffins. young chefs are asked to bring an apron, closed toed shoes, a water bottle and a bagged lunch. This course is taught by Chef Gail Sokol, a chef educator and guest chef, who has spoken across the country. Chef Gail starred in the kids’ cooking series “Feed Your Brain with Chef Gail Sokol,” a project of Time Warner Cable airing in upstate New York. She regularly appears on television and radio discussing healthy cooking and baking. She is an Adjunct teaching Baking, Nutrition, and Sanitation for the Culinary Arts program at SCCC and an Adjunct in the Nutrition Department at The Sage Colleges, teaching food science.


Computer game making CRN# 60276 CFP 312-01 7/18-7/22 M-Th 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Fee: $250 F 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

CRN# 60391 CFP 312-02 7/25-7/29 M-Th 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Fee: $250 F 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

CRN# 60392 CFP 312-03 8/1-8/5 M-Th 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Fee: $250 F 9 a.m. -1 p.m. Our special Video Game Creation program is designed for young and first time game designers ages 10-14. Students will learn how to build their own video game. Creating fun, adventure and action video games helps students gain creative and technical skills of design and programming “by doing.” More advanced students will have an opportunity to work on a more advanced software that will allow them to build platform and maze type games. This course is taught by Club Scientific.

Jr. astronomer CRN# 60396 CFP 329-01 7/18-7/22 M-Th 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Fee: $250 F 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Join us as we race across the Milky Way with several exciting astronomy projects. Students will explore planets, rockets, stars, light, and more in this fun class perfect for ages 6-8. Your child will be talking about this class for a long time. 3...2...1...BLASTOFF. Sample projects include: rocket construction, using solar glasses, constructing and using a star Finder and building a telescope. Students will also build and launch their own rocket. This course is taught by Club Scientific.

robot inventorCRN# 60397 CFP 330-01 7/18-7/22 M-Th 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Fee: $250 F 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

CRN# 60398 CFP 330-00 8/1-8/5 M-Th 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Fee: $250 F 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Students, ages 10-14, will learn about the science of robotics with information on famous inventors, major innovations, and breakthroughs and advances in robot history. Newton’s Laws will be emphasized all week and each student will receive three Robot Kits to work on. Students will be able to take home their remote controlled robots. This course is taught by Club Scientific.

professional Baking for TeensCRN#60270 CFP 309-01 7/25-7/28 M-Th 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Fee: $450The course will focus on measurement, correct sanitation, and mixing methods. Young chefs (ages 14-17 years) will learn to make such delicacies as double chocolate chunk blondies, peach pie, garlic rosemary focaccia, lady fingers, chocolate raspberry mousse torte, banana bonanza muffins, starburst Italian bread and meringue mushrooms. Everything the students make will be taken home to share with family and friends. young chefs are asked to bring an apron, closed toed shoes, a water bottle and a bagged lunch. This course is taught by Chef Gail Sokol, a chef educator and guest chef, who has spoken across the country. Chef Gail starred in the kids’ cooking series “Feed Your Brain with Chef Gail Sokol,” a project of Time Warner Cable airing in upstate New York. She regularly appears on television and radio discussing healthy cooking and baking. She is an Adjunct teaching Baking, Nutrition, and Sanitation for the Culinary Arts program at SCCC and an Adjunct in the Nutrition Department at The Sage Colleges, teaching food science.

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Space Engineer: lEgO® roboticsCRN# 60399 CFP 331-01 7/25-7/29 M-Th 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Fee: $250 F 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Using LEGO® bricks, students ages 6-9 years will design and build structures and space vehicles for living on far away planets. Campers will utilize a variety of LEGO® bricks including motors, gears, lights, and sensors. Space Engineer includes instruction on the Earth, Moon, stars, and planets as well as the scientific topics of force, friction, simple machines, and gravity. Campers will also join the crew aboard the International Space Station (ISS) to learn about propulsion, friction and more. Counselors will assign specific projects each day that include: a rotating satellite, space buggy, a stunning spaceship, terrestrial homes that can withstand alien atmospheres and a host of other exciting projects. This course is taught by Club Scientific.

Emergency vetCRN# 60400 CFP 332-01 7/25-7/29 M-Th 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Fee: $250 F 9 a.m.-1 p.m. This class is a young person’s ticket to the world of Veterinary Medicine. Young vets, ages 9-14 years of age, will have an opportunity to look into the exciting careers of real veterinarians and allow them to be involved in related hands-on activities and experiments. Each student will receive his or her own medical kit. Sample topics include animal behavior, DNA extraction, clinical procedure, diseases and parasites, First Aid, dental care and much more. This course is taught by Club Scientific.

Creating with paperCRN# 60416 CFP 344-01 7/25-7/29 M-F 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Fee: $125Every day students, ages 8-13 years of age, will work on different creative projects made entirely of paper. Projects include:

Monday: Students will learn a variety of techniques to make their own greeting cards. They will heat emboss, cut, fold and glue to create fabulous greeting cards.

Tuesday: Students will learn how to create different ways to package candy for a gift or favor. They will create sour cream containers, mini purses, zip top cans and other cute and unique containers.

Wednesday: Students will learn to give their room a face lift decorating with paper. They will learn how to create pinwheels in a variety of sizes/patterns and create a banner to decorate an empty wall.

Thursday: Students will learn how to create tissue paper flowers to bring color and fun to any room.

Friday: Students will create pages for a scrapbook to display and protect special photos. They will have a variety of page designs they will be able to create with various techniques being introduced.

This class is taught by Sue Smith, a Teaching Assistant at Guilderland Central High School with years of art and crafts experience. She has taught children’s art courses at SCCC over the last six years.


Creative ChallengesCRN# 60301 CFP 316-01 8/1-8/5 M-F 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Fee: $125This course is designed to encourage children ages 8-13 years of age to think creatively and to problem solve. Each day the students will be challenged to construct a chosen project with a limited supply of materials and certain guidelines that need to be followed. These challenges are similar to the popular Egg Drop Challenge. There will be a different challenge each day designed to strengthen their inventiveness, analytical thinking and motor skills and to encourage peer collaboration. This class is taught by Sue Smith, a Teaching Assistant at Guilderland Central High School with years of art and crafts experience. She has taught children’s art courses at SCCC over the last six years.

musical Theater Workshop for ChildrenCRN# 60412 CFP 341-51 8/1-8/25 M-Th 1-4 p.m. Fee: $345Concentration will be on basic techniques of acting, stage presence, proper singing techniques and vocal independence, and understanding of the theater. The session will end on August 25 with a performance of the musical play presented by the class. Students must be between 8-14 years of age. This course is taught by Christina Pickreign, who holds a Bachelor of Music degree from The State University of New York at Albany and Master’s degree in Music Education from Westminster Choir College. She has performed numerous times as a soloist and in music theater productions throughout the Capital District. Ms. Pickreign is an Adjunct in the SCCC School of Music.

Jr. robot inventorCRN# 60401 CFP 333-01 8/1-8/5 M-Th 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Fee: $250 F 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

This class is an introduction into the world of robotics. Students, ages 6-9 years, will learn about the six simple machines and how they are incorporated into more complex machines. They will also learn about circuits and power sources as they build their “Mars-like” RC Rover. The radio controlled RC Rover

is capable of performing 23 experiments and activities. Students will also have fun constructing an Aluminum Can Robot. This course is taught by Club Scientific.

Build’Em, Bust’Em Bridges: Bridge architecture and DemolitionCRN# 60402 CFP 334-01 8/1-8/5 M-Th 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Fee: $250 F 9 a.m.-1 p.m. We drive over bridges every day. Have you ever taken a minute to look at them? Study them? What makes them strong? Students, ages 10-14 years, will find out in this hands-on, minds-on study of various types of bridges. Students will be challenged to design and build a structure that spans a certain space and to find out how much weight it can hold before failing. They will learn the relationship between design, structure and strength and have fun doing it. This course is taught by Club Scientific.

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Space academy: aerospaceCRN# 60413 CFP 342-01 8/15-8/19 M-F 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Fee: $250

Students in grades 9-12 will learn about spaceflight, build and launch rockets and experience a simulated journey to space in the Challenger Learning Center at the Museum of Innovation and Science (miSci) located at 15 Knott Terrace Heights in Schenectady. As part of the simulated journey to space in the Challenger Learning Center, students will be part of a team performing the essential tasks astronauts, scientists and engineers perform for mission success. Students will work onboard the Spacecraft to perform critical experiments and activities as well as work in Mission Control to

monitor and guide the spacecraft crew. After a brief orientation, half the students will launch into space on the space transporter while the other half works in Mission Control. Halfway through the mission the roles are switched. This course will be taught by the miSci.

Becoming a young aviatorCRN# 60406 CFP 337-01 8/22-8/26 M-F 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Fee: $150Students, ages 8-12 years, will spend the week at the Empire State Aerosciences Museum, located at the Schenectady County Airport in Glenville, learning about aviation and what real pilots do on the ground and in the air. Students in this hands-on class will learn about the history of aviation and aircraft design, the forces of flight – how airplanes fly (thrust, lift, drag and flight control), use a flight simulator, make and launch stick rockets and tour other airport facilities such as the flight control tower and Stratton Air National Guard Base. Students will also have a guided tour of the museum’s incredible exhibits and airpark, which features more than 20 historic military aircraft. Students will be able to get into the cockpits of some of these legendary fighter and attack aircraft. Students will also have the opportunity to work with the Experimental aircraft association (Eaa) Chapter 602 to become Junior Eaa members, which includes a half-hour flight. This course will be taught by the Empire State Aerosciences Museum.

Becoming an aviator for TeensCRN# 60407 CFP 338-01 8/22-8/26 M-F 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Fee: $150Students, ages 13-16 years, will spend the week at the Empire State Aerosciences Museum, located at the Schenectady County Airport in Glenville, learning about aviation, what real pilots do, and careers in aviation. Students in this hands-on class will team-up into groups to plan their “flight mission” alongside mentors while learning to read aviator maps, understand the forces of flight – how airplanes fly (thrust, lift, drag and flight control) and present their missions at their graduation celebration. This course will include guest speakers such as a Naval Aviator, a Civil Air Patrol Cadet and others. Students will have a guided tour of the museum’s incredible exhibits and airpark, which features more than 20 historic military aircraft. Students will also have the opportunity to work with the Experimental aircraft association (Eaa) Chapter 602 to become Junior Eaa members, which includes a half-hour flight. This course will be taught by the Empire State Aerosciences Museum.


High School EquivalencyTest assessing Secondary Completion (TASC - formerly known as the GED) and ESl programs

Schenectady County Community College is pleased to announce that we offer our Test of Assessing Secondary Completion (TASC) and English as a Second Language courses through our partnerships with Capital Region BOCES and Washington Irving.

in albany: Students in the Albany area who are interested in acquiring a high school diploma by taking the TASC exam or are interested in ESL should contact Capital Region BOCES at (518) 862-4775 to register.

in Schenectady: Students in the Schenectady area who are interested in taking the TASC or are interested in ESL should contact Washington Irving at (518)370-8220 to register.

College TransitionCollege TransitionCfa 177

Duration: 6 weeks For more information please contact Program Coordinator Sarah Wilson-Sparrow at (518) 595-1101 Ext 2.

you Can Succeed at College…We can help!College Transition is a comprehensive college support program for those who wish to attend college for the first time, retrain in a new field or return to college after a long absence. We provide review and skill building in college level reading, writing and math skills required for college placement and success. In addition, this course assists with navigating the college application,

admissions and financial aid processes. Students will be supported in managing educational barriers including, but not limited to: funding, childcare and transportation. College Transition assists students with access to SCCC campus resources as well as utilization of local, state and federal funding sources beyond standard financial aid in order to defray tuition, childcare and living expenses. Start your journey with us!

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Computer CoursesSCCC is proud to offer a Basic Computer Software Specialist Certificate. Students must participate in and complete four courses in order to earn this introductory certificate: CFA 160 Intro to Windows, CFA 170 Intro to Access, CFA 171 Intro to Excel and CFN 147 Intro to Power Point.

For more information, please contact the Office of Workforce Development at (518) 595-1101.

introduction to Windows CRN# 60425 CFP 409-51 6/7-6/28 Tu 6-8 p.m. Fee: $125

Students will learn how to use Microsoft’s Windows consumer operating system in this introductory course. They will learn how to maneuver, customize and control the computer, ensure a safe computing environment, and discover Windows updates and why they should be installed. Students will also learn how to multi-task, manage folders and files, create shortcuts, how to install and use software, and much more. This course is taught by B:>Compatible, a local computer company specializing in training programs.

additional Computer Coursesintro to Digital photographyCRN# 60427 CFP 414-51 6/1-6/22 W 6:30-7:30 p.m. Fee: $75Turn your photos into artful masterpieces. Students will learn tips and tricks of photography from a professional photographer. Topics include learning how to use your Digital SLR camera, how to create the right settings for pictures, photography fundamentals such as composition and lighting for creating the perfect shot and techniques for how to retouch photographs. Students are required to bring their own Digital Slr cameras. This course is taught by Art Innovators.

photoshop Basics for the Digital photographerCRN# 60283 CFP 408-51 7/6-7/27 W 6-9 p.m. Fee: $125Take your photos to the next level. This beginner class will introduce you to the Photoshop CS4 environment and the tools that can help you color correct, retouch and generally improve your photos. Students can bring a flash drive to class to work on their photos. This course is taught by Serge Zaslavsky, a Senior Graphic Designer with the Golub Corporation.

maintaining peak pC performanceCRN# 60282 CFP 400-51 6/30 Th 6-8 p.m. Fee: $25Learn how to perform the procedures that will free up hard disk space and how to optimize your hard drive for faster performance. These techniques apply to all versions of Windows. This course is taught by B:>Compatible, a local computer company specializing in training programs.

Working with your android TabletCRN# 60426 CFP 413-51 7/7-7/21 Th 6-8 p.m. Fee: $25This course explores the capabilities of a tablet running the Android Operating system. Students will learn how to customize their tablet, from changing wall paper to organizing apps, storing files, and using the cloud. Students will also discover how to protect their tablet from viruses and how to run it as efficiently as possible and sync it to other devises. Students are asked to bring their tablet to class for a hands-on experience. This course is taught by B:>Compatible, a local computer company specializing in training programs.


CrHra Business Credit SeriesCRHRA SPHR Continuing Education Credit Series held at SCCC@Center City.

Having trouble finding those elusive strategic business credits for your recertification? The SCCC Workforce Development Division has partnered with the Capital Region Human Resource Association (CRHRA) to offer four annual seminars for SPHR Strategic credit.

Classes will be held in our beautiful 31,000-square-foot Center City location in Downtown Schenectady across from Proctors. For more information, please contact the Office of Workforce Development, at (518) 595-1101, ext. 4.

For information on upcoming classes, please visit our website at www.sunysccc.edu/wfd/crhra.html or the CRHRA website (www.crhra.org) for additional updated information as it becomes available.

Culinary CoursesThe Wonder of WineCRN# 60285 CFP 514-51 6/2-6/23 Th 6-8 p.m. Fee: $150Students will learn about the science and art of winemaking as well as the components of a great wine. Students will also learn about the different characteristics for the major white, red, rose, port and dessert wines as well as champagne. Other topics covered include how to buy wine, the proper ways to taste by trying three whites and three reds, and what types of food go well with reds or whites. The class will conclude with a two-hour wine and food pairing seminar where students will try different dishes that should be ideally paired with reds or whites. Students must be over 21 years of age. This course is taught by Mykha’el Wilson, who has sold wine for premium wineries and helped run wineries in California. He has led wine classes for individuals and groups.

Creative mixology - The art of BartendingCRN# 60285 CFP 509-51 5/30-7/18 M 6-9 p.m. Fee: $150No class 7/4This course will provide you with the basic skills you need to work at and manage a bar that serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. It will introduce you to basic production processes and varieties of alcoholic beverages. Laws and procedures related to responsible alcohol service will be explored and reviewed. Students will become certified through the Training and Intervention Program for Servers of Alcohol (TIPS). materials fee: fee: $21.85, TipS booklet to be purchased in the bookstore prior to class. Students must be 18 years of age or older. This class is taught by Jay Larkin, an Instructor in the School of Hotel, Culinary Arts and Tourism at SCCC.

Cake Decorating as a HobbyCRN# 60445 CFP 503-51 6/8-6/29 W 6-8 p.m. Fee: $75This course is an introduction to cake frosting and decorating. Topics covered will include techniques for cake and cupcake frosting and decorating, character cake creation, and tiered cakes. In addition, the course will discuss general tips on cake design and creativity from baking through a finished product that is sure to impress. Additional course materials will cost about $100. This course is taught by Emily Schlierer. Ms. Schlierer is a Certified Wilton Method cake decorating instructor. She teaches Wilton cake decorating, cookie decorating and cupcake decorating at Joann’s and previously worked as a cake decorator at Price Chopper.

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music CoursesSchenectady County Community College offers non-credit music learning opportunities for the enrichment of the community. Students wishing to pursue professional music studies should contact the SCCC School of Music at (518) 381-1231. SCCC is an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Music.

piano lessons for adultsCRN# 60286 CFP 600-51 6/6-7/29 By Appointment Fee: $225This course, designed especially for the beginner, will include fundamental instruction in note reading, rhythm recognition, proper hand position, and chords. Instruction will consist of 10, half-hour individual lessons. Students of all skill levels are welcome.

guitar lessons for adultsCRN# 60287 CFP 604-51 6/6-7/29 By Appointment Fee: $275This course will include fundamental instruction in reading notes, strumming chords to songs, and technical development. Instruction will consist of 10, half-hour individual lessons. Students of all skill levels are welcome. Students must bring their own guitars. This course is taught by Paul Quigley, Adjunct in the School of Music.

voice lessons for adults CRN# 60312 CFP 606-51 6/6-7/29 By Appointment Fee: $225Students will learn proper singing technique and vocal independence through solo work. Instruction will consist of 10, half-hour individual lessons. This course is taught by Peter Waite, an alumnus of the SCCC School of Music. Mr. Waite is the Choral Director and Piano, Voice and Composition Instructor at the Performance School for the Arts. He has an active private lesson studio instructing on composition, music theory and vocal/piano instruction to students of all ages.

mandolin lessonsCRN# 60431 CFP 612-51 6/27-7/29 By Appointment Fee: $175Begin, learn, polish technique and improve your musical thinking this summer. Individually tailored lessons will fit your rate of progress and schedule. Instruction consists of three, one-hour lessons in mandolin. This course is taught by Ron Gordon, who has been performing with and teaching fretted instruments for the past 50 years. He has been part of many regional, traditional music festivals and events including the Old Songs Festival, the Dance Flurry, Ukulele Expos, Victorian Strolls, and Café Lena performances. Mr. Gordon founded the Electric City Ukulele Club.

ukulele lessonsCRN# 60429 CFP 601-51 6/27-7/29 By Appointment Fee: $175Begin, learn, polish technique and improve your musical thinking this summer. Individually tailored lessons will fit your rate of progress and schedule. Instruction consists of three, one-hour lessons in the ukulele. This course is taught by Ron Gordon, who has been performing with and teaching fretted instruments for the past 50 years. He has been part of many regional, traditional music festivals and events including the Old Songs Festival, the Dance Flurry, Ukulele Expos, Victorian Strolls, and Café Lena performances. Mr. Gordon founded the Electric City Ukulele Club.


Banjo lessonsCRN# 60432 CFP 613-51 6/27-7/29 By Appointment Fee: $175Begin, learn, polish technique and improve your musical thinking this summer. Individually tailored lessons will fit your rate of progress and schedule. Instruction consists of three, one-hour lessons in the banjo. This course is taught by Ron Gordon, who has been performing with and teaching fretted instruments for the past 50 years. He has been part of many regional, traditional music festivals and events including the Old Songs Festival, the Dance Flurry, Ukulele Expos, Victorian Strolls, and Café Lena performances. Mr. Gordon founded the Electric City Ukulele Club.

Songwriting for Teens and adults CRN# 60430 CFP 611-01 7/11-7/25 M 6-9 p.m. Fee: $125This three-week workshop will focus on the technical elements of songwriting and work shopping student songs. Students will work on writing their own songs while learning the basics of song form, lyric writing, rhyme and melody. If you’ve ever wondered how to go about writing your own song, come learn the craft. No musical experience is necessary. Recommended material: the book Songwriting: A Complete Guide to the Craft, by Stephen Citron. This course is taught by Kit Goldstein Grant, an award-winning composer, lyricist and librettist. She has studied at Juilliard, the Tony-Award winning BMI Lehman Engel Musical Theatre Writing Workshop and Union College and is a founding member of NYC’s Composers Collective.

personal Enrichment Watercolor paintingCRN# 60420 CFP 155-51 6/14-7/12 Tu 6:30-8 p.m. Fee: $125

During this class, designed for artists of all ability levels, students will learn watercolor basics or expand on what they already know. Students will explore watercolor painting and painting techniques while creating beautiful landscapes, still life paintings and more. all materials will be provided. This course is taught by Art Innovators.

intro to acrylic paintingCRN# 60419 CFP 150-51 6/29-7/27 W 6-8 p.m. Fee: $185

Never painted before but want to try? No problem. Enjoy painting and want to learn a few new techniques? We are here to help. This class is designed for artists of all ability levels. Students will learn about acrylic painting, painting techniques and have fun learning. all materials will be provided. This course is taught by Art Innovators.

Sewing with knitsCRN# 60436 CFP 718-51 5/31-6/14 Tu 6-8 p.m. Fee: $40Don’t you love wearing knit fabrics? Knits are not handled the same as most other fabrics though and can be difficult to work with. This course will show you all the ins and outs of sewing knits as you create and sew your very own knit dress. all students must bring in their own sewing machine. Supply lists will be given to students once they have registered. This course is taught by Fatima Bey, who has been sewing and crocheting since she was 10 years old. She was the Alterations Manager at David’s Bridal for 10 years and teaches sewing classes at Jo-ann Fabrics, Hobby Lobby, Albany High School, and HVCC.

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Do your Own alterationsCRN# 60433 CFP 708-51 6/2-6/23 Th 6-8 p.m. Fee: $55Are you tired of things not fitting you? Alterations can be so costly. Why not do it yourself? In this course, students will learn different methods of altering clothing or household items. No sewing knowledge is required. ALL sewing levels are welcome as you will be working at your own pace. You are encouraged to bring in whatever item you wish to alter. all students must bring in their own sewing machines and the following supplies: fabric scissors, sewing gauge or other ruler, measuring tape, seam ripper, straight pins, pin cushion, spool of matching thread and the item you wish to alter. This course is taught by Fatima Bey, who has been sewing and crocheting since she was 10 years old. She was the Alterations Manager at David’s Bridal for 10 years and teaches sewing classes at Jo-ann Fabrics, Hobby Lobby, Albany High School, and HVCC.

fashionistaCRN# 60437 CFP 719-51 6/22-7/20 W 6-8 p.m. Fee: $75In this course students will learn how to take ordinary boring clothing and convert it into something fashionable that looks like you just bought it. Students will visit a consignment shop to purchase an item that they will use for their project. Seats are limited. all students must bring in their own sewing machine and the following supplies: a seam ripper, tailor’s chalk or marking pen, pins, pin cushion, measuring tape, sewing gauge and scissors. This course is taught by Fatima Bey, who has been sewing and crocheting since she was 10 years old. She was the Alterations Manager at David’s Bridal for 10 years and teaches sewing classes at Jo-ann Fabrics, Hobby Lobby, Albany High School, and HVCC.

Open SewCRN# 60434 CFP 709-51 6/30-7/21 Th 6-8 p.m. Fee: $55In this class students can bring in and finish projects, get help with a sewing technique, or get direction and assistance on what they need to do to start or finish a sewing project. The instructor will assist all students in all aspects of sewing necessary to finish their project. This class is open to all levels and any sewing projects. all students must bring in their own sewing machine and the following supplies: a pattern (if applicable), scissors, matching thread, measuring tape, straight pins, marking pen or pencil, seam ripper, and a smile. This course is taught by Fatima Bey, who has been sewing and crocheting since she was 10 years old. She was the Alterations Manager at David’s Bridal for 10 years and teaches sewing classes at Jo-ann Fabrics, Hobby Lobby, Albany High School, and HVCC.

frankly, my Dear: The Reel Story Behind gone with the WindCRN# 60288 CFP 705-51 6/6-6/27 M 6:30-8:30 p.m. Fee: $85Gone With the Wind has been called “the most magnificent motion picture of all time.” Millions of fans agree. What most fans don’t know is that the endless trouble and months of behind-the-scenes turmoil almost doomed the movie to not being made at all. Students will explore Gone With the Wind’s intriguing history, including the writing and publishing of Margaret Mitchell’s novel, the Hollywood frenzy of transforming the book into the film, the Atlanta premiere, the Academy Awards and more. This is one course no Gone with the Wind fan should miss. This class is taught by Pauline Bartel, who has been a devoted “Windie” since the age of 16 when she first saw Gone With the Wind with her mother. An award-winning writer, Ms. Bartel is the author of the Complete Gone With the Wind Trivia Book (2nd edition), published to celebrate the film’s 75th anniversary.


Writing from your Heart: The art of personal EssaysCRN# 60435 CFP 717-51 6/9-6/30 Th 6:30-8:30 p.m. Fee: $85Transform the ordinary events of your life into extraordinary personal essays. Explore the step-by-step process of using writing games to unlock your experiences; choosing the most-effective essay style; shaping your experiences into a first draft; and allowing reader reaction to refine your draft into a polished essay. materials fee: $15 for the course book to be paid to the instructor. This class is taught by Pauline Bartel, an award-winning writer who has been widely published in more than 100 national magazines and newspapers. She is also the author of seven popular-culture books and a member of the prestigious American Society of Journalists and Authors.

professional Development & Business Coursesnotary public reviewCRN# 60422 CFP 201-02 6/15 W 1-4:30 p.m. Fee: $100This section (02) will be held at our Albany campus, located at 112 State St., Albany, NY.

CRN# 60421 CFP 201-01 7/27 W 1-4:30 p.m. Fee: $100This course will prepare the student for the New York State Notary Public test and provide a comprehensive view of the Notary Public office. Confusing laws, concepts and procedures will be clearly explained and examples will be provided to discuss situations that a Notary Public officer is likely to encounter. Topics include avoiding conflicts of interest, maintain-ing professional ethics, charging proper fees, handling special situations, deferring to an attorney and

minimizing legal liability. All materials will be provided. This course is taught by Steven E. Williams, a member of the American Society of Notaries as well as a practicing mobile notary, mortgage loan signing agent and New York State licensed Mortgage Loan Originator.

Starting a pet BusinessCRN# 60423 CFP 214-71 6/13-6/27 Online Course Fee: $85 The pet industry is booming and demand has increased for specialized pet services such as dog walking and training. But where does an aspiring entrepreneur wishing to start their own pet business begin? This online course will help students learn how to avoid pitfalls in the beginning stages of business planning and learn how to do it right the first time. Topics include business planning, acquiring permits, how to make your own business unique in the very popular industry, writing a press release, tips to increase revenue, marketing and designs that sell, where to go for free assistance and much more. This course includes a 30-minute personal phone consultations with Pet Estates Inc. owners Don or Mary Lynn Gagnon. This course is taught by Mary Lynn Gagnon, co-owner of Pet Estates Inc. and Merry Lynn Kennels.

Tools and Techniques for professionals – How to Safely Enter a Home with a pet CRN# 60424 CFP 216-71 7/11-7/25 Online Course Fee: $205 This course is designed to give those in professional positions (police, firemen, pet sitters, nurses, etc.) the training and tools needed to help keep them safe when entering a home with pets. Topics include: canine aggression and reading body language, assessing dogs and how to diffuse dangerous or potentially dangerous situations involving dogs. Students will also learn how to recognize aggression in animals and remain safe when entering their territory as well as how to recognize a pet’s body language such as tail position, eye behavior, ear posture and mouth behavior, and vocal communication. Students will learn how to communicate with a pet accordingly. This course is taught by Mary Lynn Gagnon, co-owner of Pet Estates Inc. and Merry Lynn Kennels.

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Wellness Coursesintro to Horseback riding for adultsCRN# 60439 CFP 813-51 5/25-6/29 W 4-5 p.m. Fee: $185

CRN# 60440 CFP 813-52 7/6-8/3 W 4-5 p.m. Fee: $185Students, ages 16 years and older, will have an opportunity to take introductory level riding lessons that allow them to bond with their horse and focus on proper technique and safety. Riders will be grouped according to riding ability with no experience necessary. Students are asked to wear boots or shoes with a heel, appropriate riding attire such as jeans or comfortable pants and no lose clothing. Riding helmets will be provided to all students but students are welcome to bring their own. Students will ride in one of the Capital

District’s largest indoor arenas - the New Horizons Stables, located at 586 Pearse Road in Schenectady. Don’t miss this opportunity – class size is limited.

aikido for adultsCRN# 60290 CFP 800-51 6/2-7/7 Th 7-8:15 p.m. Fee: $75

CRN# 60291 CFP 800-52 7/14-8/18 Th 7-8:15 p.m. Fee: $75Students ages 14 years of age and older will practice Hombu style Aikido, which strengthens the body, mind and spirit. Aikido uses blending and redirecting techniques, Jujutsu joint locks and boxing elements that keep this martial art applicable for all individuals. Aikido promotes self- defense, flexibility, strength building and coordination. This course is taught by Yamakawa Dojo’s Head Instructor, Walter Alston, and Sempai, Suzanne Rancourt. Mr. Alston holds a 4th degree black belt (US Aikido Federation.) With 25+ years of Aikido training, Mr. Alston brings elements of boxing, jujitsu, and mixed martial arts to his Aikido in a mindful manner. Ms. Rancourt is a 1st degree black belt (U.S. Aikido Federation) and a veteran of the United States Marine Corp. She has 15+ years of teaching and training experience. They will teach the course in accordance with the United States Aikido Federation.

intro to iaidoCRN# 60438 CFP 803-51 6/6-7/18 M 5:30-6:45 p.m. Fee: $75Students ages 18 and older will learn about and practice Iaido, a modern non-combative physical and mental discipline based on the proficient use of the traditional Japanese (Samurai) sword. Students will hone their martial acuity through Zanshin (a state of awareness – of relaxed alertness.) This course is taught by Suzanne Rancourt, a 3rd degree black belt and a veteran of the United States Marine Corp. She has 15+ years of teaching and training experience.

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living life in BalanceCRN# 60442 CFP 815-51 7/5-7/26 Tu 6:30-8:30 p.m. Fee: $100Lose the physical, material, mental or emotional weights that keep you from living your best life. Students will explore what is most stressful to them and why, what are some of life’s conditioning that no longer serve them and what excuses they are making to NOT truly live the life they want and deserve because of fear. Students will discover new ways to see themselves, what they really enjoy, what their dreams are and how they can have great relationships with themselves, family and others. Students will practice moving their body for strength, flexibility, balance and peace. Each week students will practice yoga, participate in breathing exercises, meditate, and enjoy open discussion and sharing, laughter and fun. This class will take place at Yoga Bliss on the Blvd., 140 Erie Blvd., Schenectady and is taught by Kathleen McDermott. Ms. McDermott completed the Chair Yoga Mountain Series with Lakshmi Voelker at the Kripalu School of Yoga and Health in 2006 and earned the Restorative Yoga Certification in 2011. She has more than 1,500 hours of teaching experience.

Common Sense Self Defense for adultsCRN# 60441 CFP 814-51 7/7 Th 5:30-6:30 p.m. Fee: $25This one-day course will introduce students to Common Sense Self Defense for people of all ages, professions, skill levels and gender. The instructors will draw from the principles of Aikido and its roots of jujitsu (joint locks, escapes and counters) in individual response readiness that could save your life and prevent or greatly reduce injury. This course is taught by Yamakawa Dojo’s Head Instructor, Walter Alston, 4th degree black belt, US Aikido Federation. With 25+ years, Mr. Alston brings his expertise of fighting arts practicality while demonstrating adaptable skills suitable for a variety professions, scenarios and course participants. Mr. Alston will be assisted by senior practitioners.

Learn more at an upcoming admissions event!

April 27 May 25 Group Information Day Group Information Day 10 a.m. 10 a.m.

Call (518) 381-1366 or e-mail [email protected] for more information.

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