Certified Pool Operator
Certified Pool Operator
This course prepares the student
to take and pass the State of
Fee: $25 Materials Fee: $75 Registration Fee: $5
PLC 047 C T 05:30PM-09:30PM 04/22/08-05/13/08
PLC 047 D MT 09:00AM-05:00PM 06/09/08-06/10/08
Staff Adv. Tech. Center 132
Certified Pool Operator Update
Course
This course provides the certified
pool and spa operator with the updated information as required by the Maryland
Department of Health for the safe operation of public swimming pools, spas and
hot tubs. Topics include a review of the current policies and procedures,
updated changes to laws and responsibilities of pool/spa operators. This is the
certification renewal course only. Fee includes the course material written by
the instructor Renee Brandenburg-Huffer of Aquatic Training Services. Class
Limit: 25
Fee: $10 Materials
Fee: $30 Registration Fee: $5
PLC 048 A T 05:30PM-09:30PM 05/20/08 Staff
Adv. Tech. Center 132
Child Care Certification Courses
Infant and Toddler Child Care
This course meets the requirement
of the Maryland Child Care Administration to work in a center with ages 0-3
years of age. The course focuses on the development of the child 0-3 years of
age. (Textbook included in fee). Class Limit: 8
Fee: $210 Senior Adult
Fee: $84 Materials Fee: $49
Registration Fee: $5
PLC 162 B W 06:00PM-09:00PM 05/14/08-08/20/08
Staff Citicorp FAM
Fitness Career Certification
Courses
Fitness Management
Certification
This course prepares students to
become managers of all types in the fitness industry and is good for owners of
a fitness company. This course presents a comprehensive blueprint for
developing, leading, managing and operating a successful fitness business.
Course topics include: Introduction to the health/fitness industry, membership,
membership retention, the health club business, staffing issues, facilities and
equipment, and operational practices. Textbook can be purchased from WITS by
calling 1-888-330-9487 prior to the first class. Class Limit: 20
Fee: $95 Materials
Fee: $299 Registration Fee: $5
PLC 522 A R 06:30PM-09:30PM 04/01/08-05/08/08
Staff Valley Mall 4
Fitness Coaching for Fitness
Professionals
As a Certified Personal Fitness
Trainer you wear many hats— trainer, cheerleader, motivator and COACH. Improve
your skills as a fitness coach in this five-week class. You will learn skills
used by the most successful coaches including: matching your client with
fitness activities that meet their needs, skills and personal styles, the art
of dialogue to help establish and meet client’s goals, dealing with resistance
and facilitating positive change in your clients. After successfully completing
this class and final exam you will receive your Certificate of Completion and
15 CEUs. Textbook is required and not included in course fees. *Call to order
and start reading immediately 888-330-9487 (www.witseducation.com) Class
Limit: 25
Fee: $95 Materials Fee:
$250 Registration Fee: $5
PLC 662 A TR 06:00PM-09:00PM 05/06/08-06/03/08
Staff Adv. Tech. Center 139
Personal Trainer Certification
Whether a career move or for your
own personal knowledge get all the information you need to become a CERTIFIED
PERSONAL TRAINER. This challenging course is taught over a 6-week period for
better retention and skill competency. The National Exam is held on the 6th and
final day of class. The course includes 15- hours of “hands-on” practical
training prepared you to actually work with client’s one on one. The course
also includes 15-hours of lectures covering anatomy, health screening, exercise
physiology, nutrition, muscle and skeletal injuries, etc. Students must pass a
written 100 questions exam on theoretical issues and pass a one on one
practical skills exam. Students are required to complete a 20 hour internship
within 6 months of completing the course. Students need to provide proof of CPR
Certification and internship hours before certification will be granted. This
course helps you prepare for the National Boards (www.nbfe.org for
details). The textbook is not included in the material fee—Students should
order their books for an additional fee ASAP in order to begin studying prior
to class. To order your books call 1-888-330-9487. Age Limit: 16 years and
older. Saturday mornings will be held at the HCC Main Campus. Saturday
afternoon classes will be held at a local gym to be announced. Class Limit: 20
Fee: $75 Materials
Fee: $399 Registration Fee: $5
PLC 349 A S 09:00AM-04:00PM 07/12/08-08/16/08
Staff Adv. Tech. Center 132
Real Estate Investing/Landlord
Courses
Landlord Crash Course
This is a how-to course on being
a landlord in
Fee: $35 Registration
Fee: $5
PLC 116 A1 W 06:00PM-09:00PM 03/12/08 Staff
Valley Mall 6
Successful Real Estate
Investing
Create wealth by investing in
real estate, find out how. This course will show you the fundamentals of safe
and successful real estate investing. Topics covered will include how to locate
good buys, negotiate with sellers, do creative financing, work deals with
investors and much more. This course is taught by local investor and REALTOR
Steve Powell.
Fee: $40 Registration
Fee: $5
PLC 168 A1 T 06:00PM-09:00PM 03/25/08 Staff
Valley Mall 6
Landlord Laws For
A course devoted exclusively to
legal questions faced by landlords in
Fee: $44 Registration
Fee: $5
PLC 330 A1 W 06:00PM-09:00PM 04/16/08 Staff
Valley Mall 4
The Business of Being a
Landlord
Learn to operate your rental
properties as a business and be profitable. Joe Mullenax of Allegany Business
Consulting is back by popular demand to discuss tax advantages of rental
properties, implications of new tax laws for landlords, incorporation, record
keeping tips and more.
Fee: $40 Registration
Fee: $5
PLC 167 A1 W 06:00PM-09:00PM 04/30/08 Staff
Valley Mall 6
Selling Your House for Maximum
Profit
Home Sellers pay thousands in
unnecessary and unwarranted fees in addition to lost revenue due to lack of
negotiating skills. Learn how you can save money using the techniques and tips
of negotiations from this course. Topics covered include closing fees, which
selling method is best for you, preparing the property for maximum profits and
understanding terms of listing agreements. Students compare Selling By Owner,
discount Brokerage, Full-Service Brokerage and Auctions. Your home is probably
your largest investment, learn how to protect your profits. Taught by a
consumer real estate consultant. Class Limit: 50
Fee: $10 Materials
Fee: $5 Registration Fee: $5
PLC 611 A T 05:30PM-09:30PM 06/17/08 C
Valley Mall 6
Lead Paint Abatement Courses
Lead Paint Visual Inspector
Refresher
This course meets the training requirements
to maintain
Fee: $33 Materials
Fee: $112 Registration Fee: $5
PLC 676 A W 08:30AM-04:30PM 07/23/08 Staff
Valley Mall 4
Lead Paint Visual Inspector
This course is for those who want
to be certified by the Maryland Department of the Environment to become
Maryland Certified Lead Paint Visual Inspectors. The emphasis will be on
conducting visual inspections on residential properties as required by the
Maryland Lead Poisoning Prevention Program. There is an additional fee to MDE
for testing upon completion. Class Limit: 25
Fee: $55 Materials
Fee: $165 Registration Fee: $5
PLC 016 B RF 08:30AM-04:30PM 07/24/08-07/25/08
Staff Valley Mall 4
Insurance Licensing
This course includes 54 hours of
live classroom instruction and 42 hours of self-study. The instructor is Carol
McClain. Students will be required to sign an affidavit that they completed the
self study hours before receiving a certificate of completion. The course
requires 100% attendance for the 54 hours of live classroom work. The course
covers the basic principles of property and casual insurance as well as the
Fee: $394 Senior Adult
Fee: $237 Registration Fee: $5
PLC 672 A F 08:00AM-05:30PM 04/04/08-05/09/08
Staff Valley Mall 4
Mortgage Loan Officer
Maryland Mortgage Loan Officer
Pre-Licensing
This course is pending approval
by the Maryland Office of Financial Regulation. To become a mortgage originator
in
Fee: $395 Senior Adult
Fee: $56 Materials Fee: $50
Registration Fee: $5
PLC 630 A T 05:30PM-09:30PM 06/10/08-08/19/08
Staff Adv. Tech. Center 121
Real Estate Appraiser Qualifying
Courses
Basic Appraisal Procedures—the
Hondros Learning AQB Approved Course
This basic real estate appraisal
course provides an overview of real estate appraisal approaches to value,
valuation procedures, property description, residential applications,
commercial applications, improvement construction, home inspection, and
appraisal math. Approved for
Fee: $250 Senior Adult
Fee: $150 Materials Fee: $149
Registration Fee: $5
PLC 274 A FS 08:30AM-05:00PM 04/04/08-04/12/08
H Bowman-Caprio/R Fennel Adv. Tech. Center 132
Real Estate Appraisal
III—Ethics
This course meets the
requirements of the National Appraisal Foundation for the 15-hour National
USPAP course. This course is taught by USPAP certified instructor, Paul
Lauterbach and is recognized by the Appraiser Qualifications Board.
Fee: $150 Materials
Fee: $150 Registration Fee: $5
PLC 118 A FS 08:30AM-05:00PM 05/09/08-05/10/08
P Lauterbach Valley Mall 6
Real Estate Appraiser CE Courses
USPAP 7-Hour Update for
Appraisers
This course meets the
requirements for the USPAP 7-hour update for licensed real estate appraisers.
The course is taught by Paul Lauterbach, an AQB approved instructor. The
textbook is included in the material fee. Class Limit: 50
Fee: $20 Materials
Fee: $125 Registration Fee: $5
PLC 447 A F 08:30AM-05:00PM 03/21/08 P Lauterbach
Valley Mall 6
Residential Report Writing
This basic course introduces
theories, techniques, and procedures to help you understand the appraisal
process and how to use various residential forms and reports for appraisal.
Through theory and hands-on examples of appraisal process the course will
provide practical application of real estate appraisal procedures. A calculator
is needed for class. This course provides 15 hours of qualifying education for
the appraisal license in
Fee: $195 Senior Adult
Fee: $117 Materials Fee: $50
Registration Fee: $5
PLC 618 A FS 08:30AM-04:30PM 06/06/08-06/07/08
R Fennel/H Bowman-Caprio Valley Mall 6
Market Analysis & Highest
and Best Use (Residential)
This basic appraisal course
introduces basic theories, techniques, and procedures to help you understand
real estate market analysis, and apply highest and best use. Through theory and
hands-on examples of appraisal processes, the course will provide practical
applications of real estate appraisal procedures. A calculator is needed for
class. This course provides 15 hours of qualifying education for the appraisal
license in
Fee: $195 Senior Adult
Fee: $117 Materials Fee: $50
Registration Fee: $5
PLC 619 A FS 08:30AM-04:30PM 07/11/08-07/12/08
R Fennel Valley Mall 6
Real Estate Pre-Licensing
Principles and Practices of
Real Estate for
This course provides meets the
requirements of the
Fee: $245 Materials
Fee: $29 Registration Fee: $5
PLC 395 S MWF 08:30AM-03:30PM 06/23/08-07/16/08
C
Real Estate Pre-Licensing
Ethics Required
Three Hours
This course meets the ethics
pre-licensing requirement under Maryland Title 17-303, 17-304 and 17-305 from
the Maryland Real Estate Commission. This course can be used for both
salesperson and broker pre-licensing requirements. Class Limit: 10
Fee: $29 Registration
Fee: $5
PLC 519 S F 09:00AM-12:00PM 07/11/08 Staff
Learning Resource Center 102
90-Hour WV Real Estate
Pre-licensing Course Online
90-hour
This online pre-licensing is the
required course to take the West Virginia Real Estate Licensing Examination.
Students read a chapter online and proceed to the next chapter once they
receive a 90% or better on the chapter quiz. Students must pass the final
examination with a 75% or better in order to complete the course. The final
examination is given live at the
Fee: $294 Registration
Fee: $5
PLC 241 D 07/01/08-06/30/09 Staff