course catalog summer 2018 · 2018-05-18 · social media marketing abcs will be relevant for small...

COURSE CATALOGSUMMER 2018

CREDIT PROGRAMS

Center for Business Solutions - SUMMER 2018

Get a degree, diploma or Technical Certificate of Credit. Financial aid may be available for those who qualify. Classes begin May 21!

INDUSTRIAL OPERATIONS TECHNICIANThe first of its kind of Georgia, the Industrial Operations program was designed with help from the Dougherty County Industry Roundtable. The roundtable consists of eight major employers in our area who spelled out the specific skill set they need for new hires. Albany Tech and the Roundtable designed the program to focus on the skills required by these local industries. Complete this certificate program in two semesters and be prepared to enter the workforce with a local manufacturer. Get your resume to the top of the stack! For more information about the Industrial Operations Technician Program, call 229-430-6619.

BUSINESS LOGISTICSThe Georgia Department of Labor predicts that material-moving occupations are expected to add 40,000 jobs in the state between now and 2024. Logistics is more important than ever, ensuring our goods and services are delivered at the right time, to the right place, and at the right costs in the global marketplace. Individuals with expertise in logistics are in high demand.

Albany Technical College has one of the best logistics educational online programs in this region. With courses in Management, coupled with Supply Chain and Logistics courses, students will enter the workforce with a well-rounded education in Business Logistics. Totally online Degree and Diploma programs available.For more information about Business Logistics programs, call 229-430-3924.

OPERATIONS MANAGEMENTThe Operations Management Degree prepares individuals to plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations. With an Operations Management Degree, your duties and responsibilities may include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources. Operations Management majors serve in a wide range of fields, so possibilities are endless for OM grads. For more information about Operations Management, call 229-430-6619.

SUMMER SEMESTER Begins May 21

FALL SEMESTERBegins August 20

A certification in Lean Six Sigma is a CAREER-BOOSTING CREDENTIAL!More and more companies around the world are using Lean Six Sigma approaches to improve efficiency and cost effectiveness. These companies will be looking for employees with certification to implement this methodology.

HIGHER SALARY AND MORE OPPORTUNITIESYour education and certification will help lead you to improved salary and advancement in your company, or to better job opportunities.

100% ONLINEThe Center for Business Solutions at Albany Tech offers the pathway to these career-enhancing certifications. Earn Lean Six Sigma Green Belt 100% online while you continue to work.

HALF THE PRICE OF OTHER PROGRAMSYou could pay twice as much for this certification at other colleges. Albany Technical College partners with the Quality Group to provide a high-quality, interactive fully online curriculum enriched with faculty support. Our faculty members are available to assist and responsive to student needs.

CONTINUING EDUCATION UNITS EARNEDThis program is offered as a non-credit Continuing Education program, so there is no need to apply to Albany Technical College. The cost for the Green Belt certification is $1499.00. For information about Black Belt certification, call us at 229-430-6619.

If college credits are desired, you can also earn a Quality Assurance Specialist Technical Certificate of Credit, which provides a Green Belt Certification. For more information about earning your Green Belt as an Albany Technical College credit student, call us at 229-430-6619.

LEAN SIX SIGMA Green Belt and Black Belt


FRONT LINE CUSTOMER SERVICE TRAININGThis training is specifically geared for employees on the front line. The class highlights proven practices that will empower all front line staff to create a positive customer service experience and build long-lasting customer relationships.

In seeking return on investment for customer loyalty and business growth, don’t overlook training for your front line employees. These staff members are the faces and voices of your company.

Wednesday, July 18, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm

Course FeeEarly Registration (by July 11): $115Late Registration (after July 11): $125

Lunch included in course fee.

Register 3 or more employees from one company and receive a 10% discount.

To register, call 229-439-3867.

Instructor is Jawahn Ware. She is a Business Process Specialist and Trainer with 15 years of experience helping individuals and businesses achieve success.

CUSTOMIZED SKILLS ASSESSMENTSWe can take the headache out of employee assessments. If you have a large number of employees to evaluate, give us a call. We can customize a skills assessment and conduct the assessments with our convenient online tool. If you’d rather have old-school pencil and paper assessments, we can create and conduct those for you. Call 229-430-3563.

IS YOUR WORKPLACE READY IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY?CPR/First AidWe offer certification courses in American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS®) for the healthcare worker, and Heartsaver® CPR/AED, as well as First Aid.

Summer BLS Course Saturday, August 18, 9:00am - 1:00pm First Aid component may be offered in the afternoon (2:00pm - 6:00pm) if requested by students

$70 Early Registration (by August 11)

$75 Late Registration (after August 11)

We’ll bring CPR Certification to you! Do your staff members need certification? We can offer courses to your staff on our campus OR at your worksite. Give us a call at 229-430-3867.

MAKING BUSINESS BETTER FOR SOUTHWEST GEORGIA EMPLOYERS

The Center for Business Solutions works with local employers to provide training to their employees. Our training can be customized to meet your needs and can take place on our campus or at your work sites. Our training capabilities run the gamut from computer training, to leadership training, to team-building and more. Call 229.430.3867 and tell us what you need.

CUSTOMIZED TRAINING


COMPUTER AND SOFTWARE TRAINING

Online Driver’s EdOur online course fulfills the requirement for the classroom portion of Joshua’s Law training. Find more information and registration here: https://albanytechdriving.learn-to-drive-safely.com/

Mastering Microsoft series Four-night classes are $85 for early registration and $90 for late registration.

Early refistration ends one week before class.

Tim Edwards is the instructor for our Microsoft courses. He is the Chair of the Computer Information Systems department at Albany Tech. He is a Certified Microsoft Specialist and he has been teaching for over 15 years.

Microsoft Excel: June 5-14 (4 nights) Microsoft Excel Advanced: June 19-28 (4 nights) Microsoft Word: July 10-19 (4 nights) Office 365: August 14-30 (6 nights)

Register at www.eventbrite.com or call 229.430.3867.

Computer TutorPrivate one-on-one compute instruction to meet student’s personal needs (basic skills, social media, software applications, etc.). Let us know what you need to know.

$40/hour with a 2 hour minimum.

Sessions available day and evening Monday through Friday. Sessions taught in our computer lab.

CONVENIENT ONLINE CLASSESOur online course providers ensure great training in a convenient online format that allows you to learn on YOUR schedule.

Ed2Go offers a wide variety of courses in Business, Personal Finance, Languages, Law, Technology, Writing & Publishing, Healthcare, Computer Applications, and More!

Most courses are instructor-led and are offered in 6-week formats. New lessons are added twice a week, giving you plenty of time to learn the material before moving on to the next lesson. Instructors welcome questions and will provide guidance to ensure you understand the material. Go to the Albany Tech Ed2Go webpage to see the course catalog: Ed2Go.com/albtech

Ed2Go start dates for Summer courses are: May 16, June 13, July 18

360Training specializes in Real Estate and OSHA Health & Safety training. Our course offerings include the 75-Hour Georgia Real Estate Pre-License Salesperson’s course required by the Georgia Real Estate Commission. This class is self-paced. Upon registering, students have six months to complete the material and take the final exam.

You will also find the OSHA-10 classes, OSHA-30 classes, and HAZWOPER classes on this site.

Visit our 360Training web page:https://store.360Training.com/en/ob-albany-technical-college


PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

Human Resources 101HR Basics for the Non HR Professional or Anyone who Manages People

August 7-14, Tuesday and Thursday nights$99 for early registration (by July 31); $109 after July 31

• Tips for hiring and retaining great employees – best practices

• Conducting revealing interviews

• Developing a meaningful orientation program and procedure for new hires

• Understanding probationary periods and performance reviews

• The importance of record-keeping and documentation

• What to do when things go wrong – discipline and dismissal

• More!

Instructor, Jimmy Lindsey, is a recently retired professional who spent his career in the field of Human Resources. He is now in demand across the region as an instructor and consultant.


The ABCs of Social Media Marketing Amplify your Social Media presence Boost Traffic to your social media site and web site Connect with Customers

July 10-19, 4 sessions on Tuesday and Thursday nights6:00-8:00 pm $199 for early registration (by July 2); $215 after July 2

Social media plays a key role in today’s marketing efforts, expanding a brand’s exposure and connecting with key influencers and potential customers. This course will help you develop a solid foundation in social media and learn the skills necessary to utilize a web-based platform to market your business to key audiences. Social Media Marketing ABCs will be relevant for small business owners, non-profits, managers, communications professionals and others who are responsible for social media and marketing within their organizations. Class topics will include:

• Creating an Effective Social Media Marketing Strategy

• Facebook Page Management

• Facebook Advertising

• Using Instagram

• Connecting with Linked In, Twitter, Pinterest & YouTube

Instructor is Skarlet Shuplat. Skarlet, the founder of SKAR Social, is a Certified Social Media Strategist and sought after consultant. She has been featured on Bossitude.com, a website offering informative content and networking opportunities for entrepreneurs.

Driver’s Ed for Teens to fulfill Joshua’s LawOur Driver’s Ed program includes the 30 hours of classroom instruction and 6 hours of behind-the-wheel instruction required for Joshua’s Law. This class is $350 and the state of Georgia has some grant funding to provide parents with financial assistance for this class. Visit this website to apply for the Georgia Driver’s Ed grant: https://georgiadrivers.ga.gov/gohs/gohshome.html.

If awarded the grant, you should use the voucher code provided to enroll and pay for the class. Call our office at 229-430-3563 for more information.

Two summer sessions offered: June 4-15 or July 9-20

VEHICLE TRAINING

Driver’s Education for AdultsNeed a Driver’s License for employment? Albany Tech offers one-on-one driving instruction to prepare you for Georgia’s Driver’s License examination.

Our qualified and patient instructors have flexible schedules to meet your scheduling needs, and the instructor can pick you up from your location and deliver you back at the end of class.

Cost of instruction: $300

Instruction with Pick up: $325

For more information or to register, call 229-430-3563

After you register, an Albany Tech Driving Instructor will contact you to set up your one-on-one lessons.

Forklift Operator Training Receive operator training in accordance with OSHA Standard 1910.178. The program fully covers the requirements to be an efficient and safe forklift operator. This course is 8 hours in length and includes three hours of classroom training with the balance devoted to hands-on driving.

Classes are Saturdays from 8:00am - 4:00pmFee: $100 for early registration (early registration closes 8 days before class); $110 for late registration. REGISTRATION FOR EACH CLASS CLOSES ON THE THURSDAY PRIOR TO THE CLASS AT 5:00 PM.

Upcoming Forklift Operator Class Dates June 2Early registration through May 27. Late registration May 28-31. Registration closes May 31.

June 16Early registration through June 10. Late registration June 11-14. Registration closes June 14.

June 30Early registration through July 24. Late registration June 25-28. Registration closes June 28.

July 21Early registration through July 15. Late registration July 16-19. Registration closes July 19.

August 4Early registration through July 29. Late registration July 30-August 2. Registration closes August 2.

August 18Early registration through August 12. Late registration August 13-16. Registration closes August 16.

September 15Early registration through September 9. Late registration September 10-13. Registration closes September13.

Dates are subject to change. Forklift Classes are offered weather permitting.

Registration information for Forklift Operator class: Our Forklift Operator classes are very popular and fill up fast. To ensure your seat, register as early as you can. Registration closes the Thursday before each class. We take cash, check, or credit card as payment. Call us at 229.430.3563 or come by our office in the Manufacturing Technology Center to enroll.


VEHICLE TRAINING CONTINUED

CDL Refresher - Get Back on the Road!For individuals currently holding a CDL who need a refresher course, sessions are offered on an as-needed basis. Call 229-430-3867 if interested.

Continuing Education Classes - SUMMER 2018

Ballroom for the Social Dancer Go from Clumsy to Capable in 4 nights!

Monday-Thursday, June 18-21, 6:30-8:30 pm

Getting ready for a wedding or another special event? Have you always wanted to try Ballroom Dance, but wasn’t sure if it was right for you?

This class gives you the opportunity to enroll in a short-term class and enjoy exercise, fellowship and fun without a long-term commitment. No dance experience is necessary.

PERSONAL ENRICHMENT

Ballroom for the Social Dancer Fee$145/couple Early Registration (by June 11)

$155/couple Late Registration (June 12-15)

ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. REGISTRATION ENDS JUNE 15 AT 4:00 PM.

Encourage your friends to enroll! Groups of three or more couples who register together receive a 10% discount.


FOR KIDS

INSTRUCTORS NEEDED! Do you have talents to share as a Continuing

Education instructor? If you have an idea for

a class related to Personal Enrichment or

Professional Development, we want to talk to

you! Call Tracy Wallace at 229.430.3867.

Summer Photo Academy: Photography and Photoshop CampFor kids ages 10-14

Kids can discover their creativity and tell great stories through photography! At Albany Tech’s Summer Photo Academy, kids ages 10-14 will give life to their artistic vision through photography and photo editing. They will learn how to take their pictures from good to great, as well as enhance, alter, edit, and create amazing images with Photoshop®.

Campers will utilize the state-of-the-art Design and Media Studio at Albany Tech. Instructor Walt Petruska will make each day fun and engaging through games, contests, and photo excursions on our campus.

Campers should bring a digital camera, smartphone, or tablet with which to take photos.

Tuesday-Thursday, July 10-12 | 12:30-5:00 pm

Camp Fee: $85 Early Registration (through July 2) $90 Late Registration (after July 2)

Space is limited so register early.

Register at www.eventbrite.com or 229.430.3867.

course catalog summer 2018 · 2018-05-18 · social media marketing abcs will be relevant for small...

Documents