Internet Job Searching
Nancy White, instructor
Discover online job search resources including top job search sites, search engines, employment networking sites, online job search tools, and tips to ensure that you are properly using all the Internet job search resources available! You will learn best practices for creating and submitting your resume online from a pro.
JS849 W. Chester Library............... 1 session
Tues, 9:30 am to 12:30 pm, 4/20.................... $40
Target Your Dream Job
Joanne Vitali, Certified Career Coach
How do you find the job of your dreams? Your first step is to realize what your dream is. This workshop isn’t about your interests or personality type. It will go much deeper and lead you to discover what will truly make you fulfilled.
JS850 Peirce M.S............................ 1 session
Thurs, 7 to 9 pm, 4/8...................................... $30
JS850A Great Valley M.S................. 1 session
Tues, 7 to 9 pm, 4/27..................................... $30
Making Age An Asset in Your Job Search
Joanne Vitali, Certified Career Coach
This course is a guide for people over 50 who are planning to make a career change, finding employment, or learning strategies that give them the best chance of getting hired. Resume writing, interviewing skills and job search planning are some of the topics that will be covered. Learn to assess your own skills and match them to the best job for you.
JS851 Peirce M.S............................ 1 session
Thurs, 7 to 9 pm, 5/6...................................... $30
Putting Emotional Intelligence to Work
Fred Laquinta, instructor
Research shows convincingly that EQ (your emotional intelligence) is much more important to success than IQ. Only 30% of a person's success is driven by their IQ; the other 70% is fostered by EQ. Learn how to cultivate your EQ to become more successful in your career.
JS852 Peirce M.S.......................... 3 sessions
Tues, 7 to 9 pm, 3/16-4/6............................... $45
No class: 3/30
Negotiating 101
Barry Walsh, Realtor, Prudential Fox & Roach
What is negotiation? Do you always go for the "win"? Whether you're in the boardroom, classroom, or just in your every day life events, the ability to negotiate is a valuable asset. This class will focus on the strategies and approaches to negotiation, as well as practical application of theories.
JS853 Peirce M.S. .......................... 1 session
Tues, 7 to 9 pm, 5/4....................................... $20
Basics for Board Members
Frances Pierce, instructor
Are you a member of a Board for a homeowners' association, non-profit, professional organization, or social/fraternal organization? This course is for those who are exploring the possibilities of serving on a board or for those who are serving but are in doubt as to their roles. The course will teach you how to examine your organization's governing documents and determine how you can best fit into the overall governance structure. You will learn about the overall responsibilities of a Board of Directors, how to conduct meetings, Parliamentary Procedure, conflict management and how to promote the success of your group.
JS854 Peirce M.S.......................... 5 sessions
Thurs, 6:30 to 9 pm, 3/18-4/29....................... $70
No class: 4/1, 4/22
Thriving As A Nonprofit Leader
Michelle Johnson McGowan, instructor
This course is designed to give you a broad overview of contemporary issues in the field of nonprofit management. Topics include board development, strategic planning, marketing, fundraising, effective utilization of volunteers and developing program and outcome measures. Each student will research a topic of interest to them and prepare a 5-10 minute presentation on the topic that will be shared during the final class.
JS855 Peirce M.S.......................... 8 sessions
Tues, 7 to 9 pm, 3/16-5/11.............................. $95
No class: 3/30
Is a Career in Real Estate Right for You?
Barry Walsh, Realtor, Prudential Fox & Roach
Thinking about a career in real estate? Learn what attributes are necessary to become successful in the exciting and rewarding business of residential real estate sales. Topics will include requirements by Pennsylvania for a license, tips on finding an employer, getting your new career off the ground and much more.
JS856 Peirce M.S............................ 1 session
Tues, 7 to 9 pm, 5/11..................................... $20
Copyright Law Plain and Simple
Karen Porter, instructor
Copyright law is growing in importance to people in their business and everyday lives. This is a simple and concise course about copyright law basics that requires no previous knowledge. We will cover the basics of how and when to get permission to use others' materials, myths of copyright law, filing with the U.S. Copyright Office and many other topics.
JS857 Fugett M.S........................... 1 session
Wed, 6 to 9 pm, 3/17..................................... $30
Grant Writing for Nonprofits
Jessica Schneider, instructor
This introductory primer is for staff, volunteers and board members of nonprofit organizations. Discuss funding trends and research potential foundations. Write a letter of intent and use foundation guidelines to prepare a boilerplate grant proposal. You will receive one FREE grant proofread after completion of the course.
JS857A Fugett M.S......................... 3 sessions
Mon, 7 to 8:30 pm, 4/5-4/19.......................... $40
Small Business Guide to Making Money
Raia King, instructor
Learn how to build your business whether you're a crafter, painter, musician, singer, comedian, or some other type of creative entrepreneur. Discover how to develop strong and realistic marketing plans, promote your business, write press releases that get results, and make money following your passion. Raia King is a marketing and PR consultant with experience in fields ranging from music to ecommerce. She has an M.B.A. and has taught marketing for over a decade.
JS858 Fugett M.S......................... 8 sessions
Mon, 6:30 to 8:30 pm, 3/15-5/10.................... $95
No class: 3/29
Networking for Entrepreneurs
Robin Hurd-Graham, instructor
Business is about relationships - whether you are looking for a job, running your own company or increasing business. This workshop gives the basics of power networking, including how to mingle, business etiquette, effective follow-up letters and power calls, how to avoid "neck-working", and more. There will be a power networking event at the last class.
JS859 Peirce M.S.......................... 2 sessions
Thurs, 7 to 9 pm, 4/8-4/15............................. $40
Improving Your Speaking Voice for Business Success
Catherine Brown, instructor
Many professionals rely on their speaking voices for a living. Yet most people never receive training on how to use their voice in a healthy and effective manner. This course will teach you the methods used by singers and actors to reduce vocal fatigue, prevent voice loss and injury, improve vocal quality, increase vocal volume without straining the voice, improve diction and expressivity. No prior experience is needed. Students should bring a water bottle and notebook to class. Textbook will be required for purchase (approx $12).
JS860 Peirce M.S......................... 4 sessions
Thurs, 6:30 to 8 pm, 3/18-4/15 ...................... $60
No class: 4/1
Speech Phobia: Overcome Your Fear of Public Speaking
Robin Hurd-Graham, instructor
This workshop gives you the tools to make effortless, effective presentations. It includes a self evaluation of your current presentation skills, dealing with anxiety, analyzing your audience, using audio visuals effectively, planning and preparation, tips on dress, gestures, eye contact, etc. We will do role playing to help you increase your confidence and comfort level in a non-threatening atmosphere.
JS861 Peirce M.S.......................... 4 sessions
Thurs, 7 to 9 pm, 4/29-5/20........................... $80
Brand Camp 101: For Small Business Owners/Managers
and Self Employed
Jeffrey Seibert, adjunct professor for Wharton and Ben LaFrance, instructor
What type of personality does your business have? Is it courageous? Is it creative? Is it community minded? These questions play an important part in how customers perceive your company and the impact that it makes in the marketplace. In this introductory course, you'll learn how to define your company's "character," turn it into your brand, and develop a positioning strategy that is guaranteed to positively affect your bottom line.
JS862 Fugett M.S. ......................... 3 sessions
Wed, 7 to 8:30 pm, 3/17-4/7 ........................... $40
No class: 3/31
Better Business Blogging
Matt Freeman, instructor
Setting up a blog is easy, and so is keeping it abuzz with new topics, if you know how. Follow ten tips from a professional journalist to avoid getting "blogged down." You'll learn how to identify ongoing sources for quick and easy blog posts, including how to spot story ideas in your own daily work. An experienced business blogger will help you maximize the benefits of this new medium while minimizing your costs of time and energy.
JS865 Patton M.S........................... 1 session
Tues, 7 to 9 pm, 4/6....................................... $20
Five Quick Tips for Better Photos
Matt Freeman, instructor
Spark up your website, newsletter, or flyer with better photos than you ever imagined you could take! With a simple, inexpensive camera and these five tips, you'll get your organization's message across with eye-catching, professional-looking images. No previous photography experience necessary! This fun class is taught by an award-winning local writer/photographer with over 20 years' experience in effective business communications.
JS866 Patton M.S........................... 1 session
Tues, 7 to 9 pm, 3/23..................................... $20
Medical Terminology
Jan Carley-Turnbow, instructor
This 24-hour certificate, fast-paced course is for those who are working in or wanting to enter the allied health or court reporting field, a medical office, insurance company or a business billing office. You will learn the basic principles of medical word building while developing an extensive medical vocabulary through the understanding of anatomy and physiology. This course includes the basic anatomy, physiology, word roots, prefixes and suffixes of the body, including the ten major body systems. Please note: the class fee includes a $55 book which will be available at the first class.
JS880 Peirce M.S.......................... 8 sessions
Tues, 6 to 9 pm, 3/16-5/11............................ $185
No class: 3/30
Computer Forensics
Nancy White, instructor
Computer Forensics is a growing specialization within the field of Information Technology. This session will examine the who-what-where-when-how-why of Computer Forensics and explore career opportunities. The path to industry certification is reviewed and a sample skill assessment is part of this program! Your instructor will provide grant scholarship information.
JS881 W. Chester Library............... 1 session
Wed, 9:30 am to 12:30 pm, 5/12...............$40