MONMOUTH COUNTY
Vocational School District Adult Education Course Catalog Fall 2008 732.431.6292 WWW.MCVSD.ORG MONMOUTH COUNTY BOARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS
Lillian G. Burry Director Robert D. Clifton Deputy Director William C. Barham Barbara J. McMorrow John D'Amico, Jr. MONMOUTH COUNTY VOCATIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE 4000 Kozloski Road
PO Box 5033 Freehold, NJ 07728-5033 732.431.7942 BOARD OF EDUCATION
CLEMENT V. SOMMERS President RUSSELL T. OLIVADOTTI Vice President JOSEPH A. MANFREDI DENNIS INGOGLIA CAROL KNOPP MORRIS CENTRAL OFFICE STAFF
BRIAN D. MC ANDREW Superintendent ED.D. TIMOTHY M. MC CORKELL As s i s t a n t S u p e r i n t e n d e n t ROSEMARIE KINDON Bu s i n e s s Admi n i s t r a t o r / Board Secretary ALEXANDER G. CHEYNE Director of Pupil Personnel A DULT EDUCATION STAFF
Assunta Pavlisko, Ed.D. Principal/Director Alternative and Adult Education 732.431.6292 fax 732.409.6736 Iris Arbeitman, RN, Ed.D. Director of Practical Nursing 732.774.2040 fax 732.774.5384 The Monmouth County Vocational School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, affection al or sexual orientation, gender, religion, disability, or socioeconomic status. Further information regarding this policy can be obtained from the 504 Compliance Officer/Affirmative Action Officer, Mr. Timothy McCorkel, 732.431.7945. www.mcvsd.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 ADULT EDUCATION REGISTRATION FORM
MONMOUTH COUNTY VOCATIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT 4000 KOZLOSKI ROAD PO BOX 5033 FREEHOLD, NJ 07728-5033 Fax: 732-409-6736 NAME______________________________________________________________ ADDRESS___________________________________________________________ TOWN____________________________STATE____________ZIP______________ HOME PHONE________________________________________________________ BUS. PHONE_________________________________________________________ DATE OF BIRTH___________________________ SEX: MALE FEMALE A check or money order for tuition fee must accompany this application in order to be registered. Make checks payable to MCVSD. Companies who are registering employees may fax registration information on business letterhead along with registration form for each participant. Purchase orders also will be accepted. There will be no refunds after the first scheduled class. There is a $25 fee for returned checks. Course______________________________________________________________ Location______________________________Start Date_______________________ Credit Card Account #__________________________________________________ Signature______________________________________Exp Date_______________ MASTER CARD AND VISA ONLY ADULT EDUCATION REGISTRATION FORM
MONMOUTH COUNTY VOCATIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT 4000 KOZLOSKI ROAD PO BOX 5033 FREEHOLD, NJ 07728-5033 Fax: 732-409-6736 NAME______________________________________________________________ ADDRESS___________________________________________________________ TOWN____________________________STATE____________ZIP______________ HOME PHONE________________________________________________________ BUS. PHONE_________________________________________________________ DATE OF BIRTH_______________________________SEX: MALE FEMALE A check or money order for tuition fee must accompany this application in order to be registered. Make checks payable to MCVSD. Companies who are registering employees may fax registration information on business letterhead along with registration form for each participant. Purchase orders also will be accepted. There will be no refunds after the first scheduled class.There is a $25 fee for returned checks. Course______________________________________________________________ Location__________________________Start Date___________________________ Credit Card Account #__________________________________________________ Signature______________________________________Exp Date_______________ MASTER CARD AND VISA ONLY 2 ....................... 732.431.6292 ADULT BASIC EDUCATION
BASIC SKILLS PROGRAM (FREE)
The Adult Basic Skills Program is designed for adult students who display a need to enhance their level of academic readiness through instruction in basic skills. The program focuses on instruction in speaking, listening, writing, computation and employability skills to help break down the barriers to employment created by deficiencies in basic learning skills. The curriculum is adult oriented and emphasizes instructional approaches and learning strategies geared to the personal needs and aspirations of each adult learner. We'll discuss and assess your goals and needs; test you to find where you need to begin; design the best, individualized plan to reach your goals. The program is free to all persons who meet the academic criteria established by the NJ Department of Education. Call an Adult Education Counselor to register, 732.431.7245 x2. CLASS SCHEDULES CC M&W 6-8 pm 9/15-1/21 2/2-5/27 NEPT T & Th 6-8 pm 9/16-1/20 ANNEX 2/3-5/28 ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (FREE)
This program is designed for those whose native language is not English, who understands little or no English or who wish to improve their speaking, reading , and writing of English. Oral skills will be emphasized with the use of many resources. Individualized instruction and certified teachers will help you increase your fluency and language skills for social and job success. Call 732.431.7245 x2 for more information. CLASS SCHEDULES CC ABER T & Th T & Th 6-8 pm 6-8 pm 9/16-1/20 2/3-5/28 9/18-1/20 2/3-5/28 INTEGRATED ENGLISH LITERACY AND CIVICS EDUCATION (FREE)
This program is designed for those whose native language is not English, to acquire the skills and knowledge to become active and informed parents, workers, and community members. The education program will emphasize contextual instruction on the rights and responsibilities of citizenship, naturalization procedures, and civic participation along with improving the student's reading, writing, and speaking skills. NEPT M&W ANNEX BELMAR M & W ELEMENTARY 6-8 pm 6-8 pm 9/15-1/21 2/2-5/27 9/15-1/21 2/2-5/27 www.mcvsd.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 T ADUL HIGH OL SCHO Monmouth County Vocational School District offers adults opportunity, accessibility and flexibility while maintaining the high standards inherent in the awarding of a high school diploma. Course offerings are varied to meet the educational needs of adults and are designed to challenge participants to achieve their goals. This high school diploma program is free to all eligible county residents and will include adult career counseling and program planning to facilitate the successful completion of both academic and technical skills. To complete the standard graduation requirements of 110 credits set by state law, adult high school students are able to take vocational classes, history, science, math, English, career exploration and development, and safety classes. Academic classes are conducted during the evenings between the hours of 4:30 p.m. and 9:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday at our vocational buildings in Long Branch, Career Center (Freehold), Aberdeen, Middletown, Academy of Allied Health and Science (Neptune), and the Belmar Elementary School Selected vocational courses are free for students attending the adult high school and can be scheduled during the school year. Students are registered by their counselors for vocational classes. The following credits can be granted towards the high school diploma require ment: · Up to 2.5 credits for each 12 months of work experience (max 10 cr.) · Up to 2.5 health and safety credits for a driver's license · Up to 10 physical education credits for basic military training · 5 credits for 3 college credits · Up to 10 credits for advanced military schooling · All previous credits from high school transcripts · Up to 5 credits a year for apprenticeships (max 20 crs.) For additional information or to schedule an appointment, call an adult counselor at 732.431.7245 x2 BASIC SKILLS TESTING
$10.00 FEE PER ADMINISTRATION FOR THE CNA/PCA PROGRAMS Oct 22, 2008 Jan 21, 2009 April 22, 2009 Nep/Annex Nep/Annex Nep/Annex 4:30 pm sharp 4:30 pm sharp 4:30 pm sharp D O N O T WA I T
NOTHING KILLS A GOOD COURSE QUICKER THAN WA I T I N G T O R E G I S T E R if there isn't enough registrations for the course it will be canceled 4 ....................... 732.431.6292 AP RE P NT CE I HI S P Apprenticeship is a program coordinated between labor, industry, and education to prepare individuals for a specific trade/craft or occupation. Apprenticeship is a proven method of training skilled workers through formalized on-the-job training and related instruction programs. In the United States, there are approximately 950 occupations which are acquired through apprenticeship. Apprentices are registered by the Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training (BAT), United States Department of Labor and the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development. Basic Standards of an Apprenticeship Program:
*Proper supervision of training and adequate training facilities. * An approved ratio of apprentices to skilled workers. *A progressive wage schedule *A schedule of work processes *Provision for related instruction *Non-discrimination in all phases of employment and training. You must maintain 2000 hours of on-the-job training per year and attend 144 hours of related instruction per year. Arrangements for related instruction may be made by sending your registration to the main office. Applicants must be employed as an apprentice in an approved training program. Proof of apprenticeship must be presented. QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ABOUT APPRENTICESHIP
Q. What is an apprenticeship program? An apprenticeship is a formalized agreement between an employer and an employee. The employer provides on-the-job training and a pay scale that leads to a journeyperson's wage, while the apprentice acquires related and technical skills and knowledge through evening school or other approved programs. Q. How do you become an apprentice? To become an apprentice, you must be working full time in a field of your choice. Upon employment, contact the apprentice coordinator at Monmouth County Vocational School for enrollment into the program. If not presently employed, contact the employment agency, inquire into other places of business, or inquire at the local Labor Unions. Q. What is the advantage of completing an apprenticeship? Upon completion of an apprenticeship, you will receive a certificate of completion from the US Department of Labor, Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training, and the State Department of Labor and Workforce Development.With this certificate, you can apply anywhere in the country as a skilled crafts person. For further information on how you can enter the apprenticeship p r o g r a m c a l l M r. D e v i n o a t 7 3 2 . 4 3 1 . 7 2 4 5 x 2 . ALGEBRA FOR THE ELECTRICIAN
For the trades person who needs advanced mathematics to progress in the trade. For the electrician who needs a year of algebra to meet the requirement to enter into an apprenticeship or entrance into an electrical union. Mon/Wed Fee: $475 Sept 22 - Apr 29 Wall 156 hrs 6:00 - 9:00 pm www.mcvsd.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 This course teaches the use of AUTOCAD commands and their applications. Drawing, construction, editing and dimensioning command groups will be covered. The use of layers will be stressed, as well as saving plotting and saving drawing. Both Windows and DOS versions available and emphasis will be placed on practice and individual instruction. Class limited to 18 students. Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of drafting or print reading. Mon/Wed Fee: $250 Mon/Wed Fee: $250 Sept 15 - Dec 17 AAHS (Neptune) Feb 2 - May 6 AAHS (Neptune) 24 Sessions/72 hrs 6:30 - 9:30 pm 24 Sessions/72 hrs 6:30 - 9:30 pm BASIC OIL BURNER REPAIR SERVICE
This course includes basic technology involved in the servicing and repair of residental oil burners, controls, electricity, tanks, and accessory equipment, principles of combustion firing rates, combustion, analysis and efficiency testing. This course is applicable to apprentices, beginners in the trade and homeowners. Thurs Fee: $150 Thurs Fee: $150 Sept 18 - Jan 8 Career Center Feb 5 - May 7 Career Center 12 Sessions/36hrs 6:30 - 9:30 pm 12 Sessions/36hrs 6:30 - 9:30 pm BLUEPRINT READING
This course covers the fundamentals of print reading for single family dwellings. Actual prints provide print reading experience. Specific topics include: symbols and notations, structural information, elevations, floor plans, scaling and dimensioning, and trade information. Tues Fee: $150 Tues Fee: $150 Sept 16 - Dec 2 Career Center Feb 3 - May 5 Career Center 12 Sessions/36 hrs 7:00 - 10:00 pm 12 Sessions/36 hrs 7:00 - 10:00 pm All Apprenticeship books are extra. Please call 732.431.7245 x2 for more information on where they can be purchased 6 ....................... 732.431.6292 CON STR UCT ION AUTOCAD C O N S T R U C T I O N T RA D E S CARPENTRY FUNDAMENTALS This course covers general safety, hand and power tools and materials identification. Emphasis will be placed on measurement, materials, and practices in sawing and joining. Individual projects will be completed to assess students skills and knowledge. Supplies and personal safety equipment not included. Wed Fee: $150 Wed Fee: $150 ELECTRICITY I Sept 17 - Jan 7 KIVA Feb 4 - May 6 KIVA 12 Sessions/36 hrs 7:00 - 10:00 pm 12 Sessions/36 hrs 7:00 - 10:00 pm Electricity I is the first year of a four year training program in preparation for the state license exam. The program is focused on the needs of the electrical apprentice. Books, supplies, and personal safety equipment not included. Certificates will not be issued for attendance less then 144 hrs. Topics covered: · Electrical safety · Into to National Electrical Code · Hand bending · Electrical Test Equipment · Fasteners and anchors · Raceways, boxes, & fittings · Electrical Theory I · Conductors · Electrical Theory II · Intro to Electrical blueprint · Wiring: Residential · Wiring: Commercial & Industrial Mon/Wed Fee: $475 ELECTRICITY II Sept 15 - Apr 20 Middletown 156 hrs 6:30 - 9:30 pm Electricity II is the second year of a four year training program in preparation for the state license exam. The program is focused on the needs of the electrical apprentice . Books, supplies, and personal safety equipment not included. Prerequisite: Electricity I Certificates will not be issued for attendance less then 144 hrs. Topics covered: · Alternating current · Grounding · Conduit Bending · Boxes & fittings · Electric lighting · Circuit breakers & fuses · Cable tray · Motors: theory & application · Conductor installations · Conductor terminations · Installation of electric services · Conductors & relays Mon/Wed Fee: $475 Sept 15 - Apr 20 Middletown 156 hrs 6:30 - 9:30 DON'T WAIT -REGISTER EARLY!!! www.mcvsd.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 ELECTRICITY III
Electricity III is the third year of a four year training program in preparation for the state license exam. The program is focused on the needs of the electrical apprentice. Books, supplies, and personal safety equipment not included. Prerequisite: Electricity I & II . Certificates will not be issued for attendance less then 144 hrs. Topics covered: · Wiring Devices · Load calculations-branch circuits · Motor controls · Conductor selection & calculations · Overcurrent protection · Distribution Equipment · Raceway, box, & fitting · Distribution SystemTransformers fill requirements · Lamps, ballasts, & components · Motor calculations · Motor maintenance-part one · Hazardous location · Electricity in HVAC system Tue/Thur Fee: $475 ELECTRICITY IV Sept 16 - Apr 17 Middletown 156 hrs 6:30 - 9:30 pm Electricity IV is the fourth year of a four year training program in preparation for the state license exam. The program is focused on the needs of the electrical apprentice. Books, supplies, and personal safety equipment not included. Prerequisite: Electricity I, II, & III. Certificates will not be issued for attendance less then 144 hrs. Topics covered: · Load calculations-feeders & services · Advanced controls · · · · · Practical applications of lighting Standby & emergency systems Basic electronic theory Heat tracing & freeze protection Motor maintenance-part two · HVAC controls · Welding machines · Fire Alarm systems · Speciality transformers · High voltage termination/splices Tue/Thur Fee: $475 HVAC/R I Sept 16 - Apr 17 Career Center 156 hrs 6:30 - 9:30 HVAC/R is the first year of a four year training program. The program is focused on the needs of the HVAC/R apprentice. Registered Apprenticeship is not necessary to register for this class. Books, supplies, and personal safety equipment not included. Topics covered: · Introduction to HVAC/R · Soldering and brazing · Trade Mathematics · Ferrous metal piping · Tools of the Trade · Basic Electricity · Copper & plastic piping practice · Introduction to cooling · Introduction to heating Mon/ Wed Fee: $475 Sept 15 - Apr 20 Freehold 156 hours 6:30 - 9:30pm List of all books for courses is available on our website or by calling 732.431.6292 8 ....................... 732.431.6292 C O N S T R U C T I O N T RA D E S C O N S T R U C T I O N T RA D E S HVAC/R II
HVAC/R II is the second year of a four year training program. The program is focused on the needs of the HVAC/R apprentice. Registered Apprenticeship is not necessary to register for this class. Books, supplies, and personal safety equipment not included. Prerequisite: HVAC/R I Certificates will not be issued for attendance less then 144 hrs. Topics covered: · Air properties and distribution · Chimneys, vents, and flues · Intro to mechanical maintenance · Accessories & optional equip · Heat pumps · Leak detection, evacuation, recovery, & charging · Alternating current · Basic electronics · Electric furnaces · HVAC controls · Metering devices · Compressors · EPA-Approved cert. program for CFC-refrig. handling Mon/Wed Fee: $475 HVAC/R III Sept 15 - Apr 20 AAH (Nept) 156 hour 6:30 - 9:30 pm HVAC/R III is the third year of a four year training program. The program is focused on the needs of the HVAC/R apprentice Registered Apprenticeship is not necessary to register for the class. Books, supplies, and personal safety equipment not included. Prerequisite: HVAC/R I and II. Certificates will not be issued for attendance less then 144 hrs. Topics covered: ·Preventive Maintenance ·Intro to Electrical Troubleshooting Commercial heating and cooling ·Steam Systems ·Customer Relations ·Water and air balance Mon/Wed Fee: $475 HVAC/R IV Sept 15 - Apr 20 AAH (Nept) 156 hours 6:30 - 9:30 pm HVAC/R IV is the fourth year of a four year training program. The program is focused on the needs of the HVAC/R apprentice. Registered Apprenticeship is not necessary to register for this class. Books, supplies, and personal safety equipment not included. Prerequisite: HVAC/R I, II, and III. Certificates will not be issued for attendance less then 144 hrs. Topics covered: · Advanced blueprint reading · Indoor Air Quality · Energry conservation equip · Energy management systems · Water treatment · System startup and shutdowns · Heating & cooling system design · Commercial & industrial refrigeration Mon/Wed Fee: $475 Sept 15 - Apr 20 AAH 156 hours 6:30 - 9:30 pm HOME REPAIR FOR WOMEN
This class is designed for the woman homeowner who needs to do small necessary projects around the house. Personal safety equipment and supplies are not inculed. Wed Fee: $110 Jan 14 - Mar 18 Career Center 30 hrs 6:00 - 9:00 pm www.mcvsd.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 HEATING SYSTEMS, DESIGN & SERVICE
This course covers basic technology applicable to common heating systems, heat loss calculation, system layout, function, troubleshooting, installation practices, domestic hot water production, heat exchangers, controls, venting and balancing. This course is applicable to apprentices, beginners, homeowners and people working in the trade in search of technical assistance. Tues Fee: $150 Tues Fee: $150 PLUMBING I Sept 16 - Dec 2 Career Center Feb3 - Apr 28 Career Center 12 Sessions/36 hrs 6:30 - 9:30 pm 12 Sessions/36 hrs 6:30 - 9:30 pm Plumbing I is the first year of a four year training program. The program is focused on the needs of the plumbing apprentice.. Books, supplies, and personal safety equipment not included. Certificates will not be issued for attendance less then 144 hrs. Topics covered: · Carbon steel pipe and fittings · Cast-iron pipe and fittings · Fixtures and faucets · Intro to drain, waste and vent (DWV) systems. ·Intro to water distribution systems ·Plumbing tools · Intro to plumbing math · Intro to plumbing drawings · Plastic pipe and fittings · Copper pipe and fittings Mon/Wed Fee: $475 PLUMBING II Sept 15 - Apr 20 AAH (Nept) 156 hrs 7:00 - 10:00 pm Plumbing II is the second year of a four year training program. The program is focused on the needs of the plumbing apprentice. Books, supplies, and personal safety equipment not included. Prerequisite: Plumbing I Certificates will not be issued for attendance less then 144 hrs. Topics covered: · Reading commercial drawings · Installing & testing DWV piping · Installing & testing water supply piping · Installing roof, floor, & area drains · Installing fixtures, valves, & faucets · Servicing fixtures, valves, & faucets · Intermediate math · Installing water heaters · Fuel gas systems · Types of valves Tue/Thur Fee: $475 Sept 16 - Apr 17 Neptune Annex 156 hrs 7:00 - 10:00 pm HELP WANTED--PART TIME TEACHERS
If you have professional experience or know someone who would be interested in teaching in our adult program you can download an apllication from our web site www.mcvd.org or call 732.431.6443 to request one. Requirements
Trades areas: 4 years experience Service areas: 4 years experience Academics: NJ Teacher Certificate required Share your knowledge, skills, and expertise to carry on the fine traditions of your trade or occupation. 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 3 2 . 4 3 1 . 6 2 9 2 C O N S T R U C T I O N T RA D E S C O N S T R U C T I O N T RA D E S PLUMBING III
Plumbing III is the third year of a four year training program. The program is focused on the needs of the plumbing apprentice. Books, supplies, and personal safety equipment not included. Prerequisite: Plumbing I & II Certificates will not be issued for attendance less then 144 hrs. Topics covered: · Intro to Regional & Local · Fixture rough-in Plumbing Codes · Backflow preventers · Advance Math for plumbers · Installing water supply piping · Types of vents and venting · Thawing frozen water pipes · Indirect & special waste · Plumbing for Solar Heating · Sewage and sump pumps · Filtering & softening water · Locating sewer & water lines · Installing shock arrestors · Installing pressure-reducing valves · Installing recirculation system · Water pressure booster systems · Cleaning & disinfecting · Sizing, piping, & venting portable water systems natural gas systems Tue/Thur Fee: $475 PLUMBING IV Sept 16 - Apr 17 Career Center 156 hrs 7:00 - 10:00 pm Plumbing IV is the fourth year of a four year training program. The program is focused on the needs of the plumbing apprentice. Books, supplies, and personal safety equipment not included. Prerequisite: Plumbing I , II, & III Certificates will not be issued for attendance less then 144 hrs. Topics covered: · Plumbing Theory · Sizing storm drainage · Sizing drainage systems · Servicing traps & interceptors · Sizing water supply pipes · Installing swimming pools & hot tubs · Installing hydronic heating · Installing medical gas system · Installing private waste disposals · Plumbing for mobile homes and mobile home park55 · On-the-job task organization · Sizing Vents · Combination waste & vent systems · Servicing plumbing fixtures · Installing compressed air piping · Installing corrosive resistant water piping · Installing private water supply systems Mon/ Wed Fee: $475 WELDING I Sept 15 - Apr 20 Career Center 156 hrs 7:00 - 10:00 pm This course covers welding safety; safe use and maintenance of tools and equipment; safe shop keeping; welding terms and metallurgy; cutting and gas welding; electric welding; stick all positions (flat, vertical, overhead). Books, supplies, and personal safety equipment not included. Enrollment Limited Mon/Wed Fee: $425 Sept 15 - Dec 18 Aberdeen 24 Sessions/72 hrs 7:00 - 10:00 pm w w w . m c v s d . o r g . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 WELDING II
This course is a more in-depth study of the techniques in electric welding; pipe welding; basic cutting; fitting and welding pipe joints; basic skills in MIG and TIG welding. Safety procedures are included in all units of instruction. Information on certification of welders is available. Books, supplies, and personal safety equipment not included. Prerequisite: Welding I Mon/Wed Fee: $425 Feb 2 - May 4 Aberdeen 24 Sessions/72hrs 7:00 - 10:00 pm COMMUNICATION SKILLS & ENGLISH FOR THE HEALTH PROFESSIONAL
This course is designed to provide the student with the reading, writing, and oral communication skills required of today's health care worker. Thur Fee : $135 Thur Fee : $135 Sept 18 - Jan 8 Neptune Annex Feb 5 - May 7 Neptune Annex 12 Sessions/24 hrs 6:30 - 8:30 pm 12 Sessions/24 hrs 6:30 - 8:30 pm HEALTH S CIENCE
MATH REVIEW FOR THE HEALTH PROFESSIONAL
Students will review basic math procedures and critical thinking skills required of today's worker. Topics covered will include fractions, percentages, Roman numerals, word problems, ratio and proportion, weights and measures, conversions, the Metric System, dosages and formulas Tue Fee: $135 Tue Fee: $135 Sept 16 - Dec 2 Neptune Annex Feb 3 - Apr 28 Neptune Annex 12 Sessions/24 hrs 6:30 - 8:30 p 12 Sessions/24 hrs 6:30 - 8:30 pm MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY REFRESHER
This course has been designed for students who need to refresh their medical terminology skills in order to continue their studies in the medical field. Mon/Thur Fee: $75 Mon/Thur Fee: $75 Sept 15 - Sept 24 Neptune Annex Feb 2 - Feb 11 Neptune Annex 4 Sessions/12 hrs 7:00 - 9:00 pm 4 Sessions/12 hrs 7:00 - 9:00 pm 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 3 2 . 4 3 1 . 6 2 9 2 H E A LT H S C I E N C E INTRODUCTION TO MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY
This introductory course will help prepare those students contemplating a career in the medical field. Prefixes, suffixes, and root words will be studied as well as common abbreviations used in health care. Get a head start on your career as a nurse, medical or dental assistant, EKG technician, or medical transcriptionist. Thur Fee: $135 Thur Sept 18 - Jan 8 Neptune Annex Feb 5 - May 7 12 Sessions/30 hrs 7:00 - 9:30 pm 12 Sessions/30 hrs DENTAL ASSISTANT - CLINICAL This course covers the clinical areas of chairside dental assisting. A basic knowledge of dental anatomy, dental x-rays, chairside setups, using instruments, and the mixing of dental materials is stressed. Tue Fee: $135 Tue Fee: $135 Sept 16 - Dec 2 Hazlet Feb 3 - Apr 28 Hazlet 12 Sessions/24 hrs 7:00 - 9:00 pm 12 Sessions/24 hrs 7:00 - 9:00 pm INTRODUCTION TO MEDICAL INSURANCE, BILLING, AND CODING
This informative introductory course will focus on a broad spectrum of medical issues. Designed for those interested in working in a medical office or wanting to gain more knowledge in medical insurance, billing, and coding. Prerequisite: Medical Terminology. (those with experience in medical terminology must take the terminology refresher) Limited enrollment (12) Tue Fee: $170 Tue Fee: $170 Sept 16 -Jan 13 Neptune Annex Feb 3 - May 26 Neptune Annex 16 Sessions/40 hrs 7:00 - 9:30 pm 16 Sessions/40 hrs 7:00 - 9:30 pm MEDICAL OFFICE ASS'T (CLINICAL SKILLS )
This course is designed for the student interested in medical office assisting as a career or for the working assistant who would like to increase his/her skill level. Course content includes: terminology, medical asepsis, sterilization and disinfection, vital signs, the physical exam, local application of heat and cold, minor office surgery, instrumentation, and an introduction to the clinical laboratory (urinalysis, hematology, microbiology). An introduction to EKG and phlebotomy is also covered in this program. Wed Fee: $200 Wed Fee: $200 Sept 17 - Jan 28 Hazlet Feb 4 - May 27 Hazlet 15 Sessions/45 hrs 7:00 - 10:00 pm 15 Sessions/45 hrs 7:00 - 10:00 pm Fee: $135 Neptune Annex INTRODUCTION TO EKG / ECG 7:00 - 9:30 pm Learn the skills and fundamental concepts needed to perform a 12 lead EKG/ECG for a doctor's office or hospital environment. Course includes vocabulary, coding, safe use of equipment, artifacts, marking and mounting EKG/ECG, and running electrocardiogram. 100% attendance is manditory to receive a certificate. Thur Fee: $150 Thur Fee: $150 Sept 18 - Oct 23 Career Center Feb 4 - Mar 5 Career Center 5 Sessions/25 hrs 4:00 - 9:00 pm 5 Sessions/25 hrs 4:00 - 9:00 pm w w w . m c v s d . o r g . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 INTRODUCTION TO PHLEBOTOMY Learn the skills and fundamental concepts needed to perform the collection of blood for diagnostic laboratory testing. Course includes: correct techniques to draw blood on the veni-dot system and standard precautions learned in the workplace for safety. This course is designed for the person interested in working either at a doctor's office or in a hospital environment. 100% attendance is manditory to receive a certificate. Thur Fee: $150 Thur Fee: $150 Oct 30 - Dec 11 Career Center Mar12 - Apr 23 Career Center 5 Sessions/25 hrs 4:00 - 9:00 pm 5 Sessions/25 hrs 4:00 - 9:00 pm CERTIFIED NURSE AIDE (CNA) Become a Certified Nurse Aide in a Long Term Care Facility (CNA). Develop the skills necessary to care competently for the predominately geriatric client. Upon successful completion of the 90 hour course (50 hours classroom and 40 hours clinical), you will be eligible to take the New Jersey State Nurse Aide in Long Term Care Facility Exam. You will be required to purchase a textbook, complete a physical and attend each session. There will be a per hour fee for any make-up time. Call 732.431.6292 for an application.Prerequisite: Basic Skills Test (see Page 4 for schedule of test dates) Admission requirements *Pass qualifying test * Complete physical examination *Purchase uniform and textboook *Attend orientation day. Fee: $ 450/90 hrs HOSPITAL PATIENT CARE ASSISTANT (PCA)
This course offers the basic knowledge and skills necessary to function safely and properly as a Nursing Assistant. The course is open to students who are at least 18 years of age. Upon completion you will be eligible to apply for employment at a hospital. Textbook, uniform and physical are required and attendance at all sessions, including orientation day, is mandatory to attain required hours for hospital employment. NO EXCEPTIONS. Tuition is collected prior to the first day of class. Background check and testing fees not included.Prerequisite: Basic Skills Test Note: Classes are scheduled at Career Center, Freehold and clinical at Jersey Shore Medical Center, Neptune. Evening class available. Registration is ongoing, seats are limited. Mon/Wed 4:00 -9:00 pm Fee: $750 200 hrs (150 hrs of nursing assistant, 25 hrs of EKG and 25 hrs of Phlebotomy) Adult Cosmetology
The Cosmetology and Hairstyling Program is offered to h i g h s c h o o l g r a d u a t e s . This course meets the 1,000 hour requirement to take the licensing examination given by the State Board of H a i r s t y l i n g a n d C o s m e t o l o g y . B o o k s , k i t s , m a n n e q u i n s , a n d u n i f o r m s a r e n o t i n c l u ded in the tuition. The state examination fee and license fees are also not included. Applications for the September class are accepted the January before. A qualifing test is given in June and acceptances are sent out in Jly. Anyone interested in the 2009 September class should register in January 2009. Tuition $6,000 F I N A N C I A L A I D I S AVA I L A B L E 14 ....................... 732.431.6292 H E A LT H S C I E N C E Monmouth County Vocational School District Practical Nursing Program
Iris Arbeitman, RN, Ed. D., Director
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District y Vo c a t i o n a l GENERAL INFORMATION
The MCVSD Practical Nursing Program offers academic studies and clinical experience to prepare students to meet the state requirements for licensure as a practical nurse in New Jersey. It is approved by the New Jersey State Board of Nursing and the New Jersey Department of Education and accredited by the Council on Occupational Education. Graduates are eligible to take the Practical Nursing Licensure Examination in New Jersey. Classes are admitted September and February. Each class is assigned to an affiliating hospital for clinical experience. TUITION $6,000.00 for the 2008 -2009 school year payable in two payments. Tuition and fees established by the Board of Education. Financial aid available for qualified applicants. Approved by the Department of Education for veterans benefits and the Monmouth Division of Employment & Training. Refunds will be honored based on board policy. APPLICANTS MUST:
Be 17 years of age prior to entering program, must have a high school diploma or the equivalent, and pass a qualifying test ($30 fee). After passing the qualifying test the applicant must pay a $50 nonrefundable registration fee, be interviewed, have a complete physical examination, a criminal background check conducted (additional fee), and a CPR certification. For more information call 732.774.2040 PRE-NURSING COURSE
This course is recommended for people interested in a career in the health professions. The course consists of the following entry level skills: temperature, pluse, respirations, blood pressure, bedmaking, safety, math and pharmacology, anatomy and physiology, basic nutrition, study and communication skills. Books, supplies and personal safety equipment not included in tuition. Call 732.774.2040 for more informantion LPN Building 10 sessions/60 hrs c
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nmouth C o 8:00 am - 2:00 pm Students will learn the fundamentals of floral design through lecture and hands-on training. The course will cover identification, preparation and care of fresh-cut flowers and greens. The course is designed to teach students interested in floral design as a career or for fun (the student is required to purchase supplies for each class). The student will be prepared for entry level employment. Each evening a different project will be presented; the student takes home his or her project from each class. APPROXIMATE COST OF SUPPLIES $185. Tue Fee: $145 Tue Fee: $145 Sept 16 - Dec 2 Career Center Jan 6 - Mar 24 Career Center 12 Sessions/30 hrs 7:00 - 9:30 pm 12 Sessions/30 hrs 7:00 - 9:30 pm ADVANCED FLORAL DESIGN
This continuation of Floral Design is designed to teach the students advanced design principles. Students will be introduced to plant arrangements, gift baskets, bridal and funeral work. Lecture and hands on instruction are utilized. The students are required to take the Floral Design-Intro and to purchase materials to complete a project for each class. APPROXIMATE COST OF SUPPLIES $175. Thur Fee: $145 Thur Fee: $145 Sept 18 - Jan 8 Career Center Jan 15 - Apr 2 Career Center 12 Sessions/30 hrs 7:00 - 9:30 pm 12 Sessions/30 hrs 7:00 - 9:30 pm LANDSCAPE AND GARDEN TECHNOLOGY-INTRO
This course is an introduction for those students interested in landscape and garden technology. Course includes soils and soil management, fertilizer rates, fertilizer interpretation, use and handling of pesticides, plant identification, lawns and lawn care, planting trees and shrubs, basic landscape design, common pests and control and plant propagation. Wed Fee: $95 Wed Fee: $95 Sept 17 - Oct 29 Career Center Jan 14 - Feb 18 Career Center 6 Sessions/15 hrs 7:00 - 9:30 pm 6 Sessions/15 hrs 7:00 - 9:30 pm LANDSCAPE AND GARDEN TECHNOLOGY - ADVANCED
This course will cover installation, care, and maintenance of new and exciting landscapes; pruning, transplanting, and rearranging items; designing beds and borders; sight analysis, drainage, grade adjustments, soil stabilization, irrigation; and retaining walls. Patios, walkways, driveways and much more will be explored. Wed Fee: $95 Wed Fee: $95 Nov 5 - Dec 10 Career Center Feb 25 - Mar 25 Career Center 6 Sessions/15 hrs 7:00 - 9:30 pm 6 Sessions/15 hrs 7:00 - 9:30 pm 16 ...................... 732.431.6292 H O RT I C U LT U R E FLORAL DESIGN ­ INTRO BARBERING / SHAVING LICENSE PREPARATION
This 25 hour course is offered for out of state Cosmetologists wanting a New Jersey State License and for those wanting to upgrade their New Jersey "Beauticians" license to a New Jersey Cosmetology / Hairstyling license. Thrs Fee$145 Thrs Fee$145 Sept 18- Oct 30 Nept Annex Jan 8 - Feb 12 Nept Annex 25 hrs 6:00 - 10:00 pm 25 hrs 6:00 - 10:00 pm COSMETOLOGY STATE BOARD PREP & REVIEW
The Beauty Culture Completers Program is designed for previous students of cosmetology who have accumulated in excess of 850 hrs in a cosmetology program. This course will enable the student to complete his/her program of study and prepare for the State Board Examination. The focus of this course is handson, clinical, and state board review. Prerequisite: Proof of previous hours is required. Tue, Wed, Thur Fee: $ 450 Tue, Wed, Thur Fee: $ 450 Sept 16 - Dec 18 Freehold Feb 5 - Apr 29 Freehold 100 hrs 6:30 - 9:30 pm 100 hrs 6:30 - 9:30 pm MANICURING AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY
This 300 hour course is offered to high school graduates and meets the requirements for licensing examination given by the State Board of Hairstyling and Cosmetology. This course prepares graduates to work in the field of nail technology. Students who complete this program and wish to further their career in cosmetology may transfer up to 150 hours to the regular cosmetology program. A copy of your High School Diploma or GED is required at start of the class. Mon, Tues, Wed Fee: $ 1500 MASSAGE THERAPY Wed, Oct 1 - Apr 22 Nept Annex 300 hrs 6:00-10:00 The Massage Therapy Program is an in-depth, 600-hour program designed to prepare graduates for the National Certification Exam. Topics covered will include anatomy and physiology therapeutic massage, myofascial release neuromuscular therapy, sports massage, hydrotherapy, stretching, pre-natal massage, reflexology, HIV/AIDS awareness, a clinical and business internship (151 hrs), and other related topics. Books, testing fees, supplies and equipment, and CPR/First Aid Certifications (8 hrs) are not included in tuition. Pre-requisite: high school diploma or equivalent and physical examination. Enrollment limited to 10 students $100 Non Refundable deposit. Tues, Wed, Thur Fee: $2,200 Start Sept 16 Neptune Annex 600 hrs 6:00 - 10:30 pm 17 ....................... 732.431.6292 This collaboration between Brookdale Community College and the Monmouth County Vocational School District offers an Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree inCulinary Arts and other innovative, comprehensive food preparation and management programs that include certificates in culinary arts and pastry arts. For more information call 732.774.3782 or 732.988.3299 w w w. b r o o k d a l e . c c . n j . u s / f a c / c u l i n a r y CAKE DECORATING FOR FUN AND PROFIT - INTRO
Learn the beautiful art of cake decoration to create lovely cakes for home or for income supplement. Instruction will include techniques of using parchment paper, decorating tips, paste colors, baking tips and buttercream icing. Certain supplies to be furnished by students. Tue/Thur Fee: $95 Tue/Thur Fee: $95 Sept 16 - Oct 7 Career Center Jan 13 - Jan 29 Career Center 6 Sessions/15 hrs 7:00 - 9:30 pm 6 Sessions/15 hrs 7:00 - 9:30 pm CAKE DECORATING - ADVANCED
This course is a continuation of Cake Decorating - Intro. New students who register should have some knowledge of cake decorating before attempting this course. More borders, flowers, and special techniques will be addressed as well as tiered cake preparation. Certain supplies to be furnished by students. Tue/Thur Fee: $95 Tue/Thur Fee: $95 Oct 14 - Oct 30 Career Center Feb 3 - Feb 19 Career Center 6 Sessions/15 hrs 7:00 - 9:30 pm 6 Sessions/15 hrs 7:00 - 9:30 pm INTO TO COMMERCIAL BAKING This course is designed for the student who is interested in learning the basic
baking and pastry arts skills for the work field. Areas that will be covered are the basics of bread making, cookies, pies, pastry, cake, and cake decorating. Tue/Thur Fee: $375 Jan 6 - Apr 28 Career Center 30 Sessions/75 hrs 4:00 - 6:30 pm w w w . m c v s d . o r g . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 H O S P I TA L I T Y CATERING FOR FUN AND PROFIT
This course is designed for the student who is interested in learning the skills and techniques needed to cater a large banquet/party. The course covers health and safety, nutrition and menu planning, presentation techniques, cost estimation, and the necessary business skills required to develop a successful business. Mon Fee: $ 170 Mon Fee: $ 170 DIETETIC ASSISTANT Sept 15 - Dec 15 Career Center Jan 26 - Apr 27 Career Center 12 Sessions/30 hrs 7:00 - 9:30 pm 2 Sessions/30 hrs 7:00 - 9:30 pm This course covers management, sanitation and safety, food preparation and service, and nutrition and modified diets. The course is designed for personnel working in the food service department of a hospital, nursing home or other health care facility. 108 hours of attendance are required for this certification course as approved by the N.J. Department of Health. Time schedule supplied by instructor. Instructor will give out schedule. Tue/Thur Fee: $495 Begins Sept 16 Career Center 108 hrs 6:30 - 9:30 pm FOOD SERVICE MGR'S CERTIFICATION (FSMC)
This course meets the requirements for school food service certification and is intended to provide food service managers, owners, dietetic assistants, and operators an opportunity to learn the principles of sanitary food service operations, thereby promoting good health practices in serving safe and sanitary food to the consuming public under the guidelines established by the US Food and Drug Administration. N.J. State Department of Health Certificate will be awarded to participants who successfully complete the course and pass the ETS examination. BOOK IS EXTRA. Tue/Wed Fee: $135 Tue/Wed Fee: $135 Sept 23 - Oct 29 Culinary Ed. Center Feb 3 - Mar 4 Culinary Ed. Center 10 Sessions/25 hrs 6:30 - 9:00 pm 10 Sessions/25 hrs 6:30 - 9:00 pm PASTRIES FOR PROFIT
Earn extra income by learning the science and art of dessert, candy, pastry and cookie baking. Sanitation, safety and decorative techniques will be explored as well as the creative component of this specialized culinary skill. Supplies are not included in the tuition. Tue/Thu Fee: $95 Tue/Thu Fee: $95 Nov 4 - Nov 25 Career Center Feb 24 - Mar 12 Career Center 6 Sessions/15 hrs 7:00 - 9:30 pm 6 Sessions/15 hrs 7:00 - 9:30 pm MCVSD invites community input on staf f, professional development and mentoring 19 ....................... 732.431.6292 INTERNATIONAL COOKING
Rediscover your own roots or someone else's as you master step-by-step simple techniques needed to produce mouth watering specialties. Menu preparation, along with cooking, harmonizing of color, aroma and taste will highlight this course as you prepare a variety of ethnic dishes. Safety in handling and preparing food will also be addressed. Some materials to be supplied by students. Wed Fee: $170 Wed Fee: $170 Sept 17 - Jan 7 Career Center Jan 21 - Apr22 Career Center 12 Sessions/30 hrs 7:00 - 9:30 pm 12 Sessions/30 hrs 7:00 - 9:30 pm I NFORMATION TECHNOL OG Y
ACCOUNTING AND COMPUTERS - INTRO (PC)
This course covers basic bookkeeping and accounting principles and techniques. Learn the language and problems of business and the bookkeeping cycle in its simplest form. Study different types of journals, accounts and bookkeeping records. Understand business practices by studying transactions and their effects on operations. Wed Fee: $175 Wed Fee: $175 Sept 17 - Dec 10 Neptune Annex Jan 14 - Mar 18 Neptune Annex 10 Sessions/20 hrs 6:30 - 8:30 pm 10 Sessions/20 hrs 6:30 - 8:30 pm COMPUTER LITERACY
This course is for the individual who has little or no computer experience. It will provide instruction on the basic functions as well as selected Microsoft products. Mon Fee: $125 Wed Fee: $125 Mon Fee: $125 Wed Fee: $125 Sept 15 - Nov 3 (PC) Neptune Annex Sept 17 - Oct 29 (MAC) Career Center Jan 26 - Mar 9 (PC) Neptune Annex Jan 28 - Mar 4 (MAC) Career Center 6 Sessions/12 hrs 7:00 - 9:00 pm 6 Sessions/12 hrs 7:00 - 9:00 pm 6 Sessions/12 hrs 7:00 - 9:00 pm 6 Sessions/12 hrs 7:00 - 9:00 pm w w w . m c v s d . o r g . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 I N F O R M AT I O N T E C H N O L O G Y LEARNING TO TYPE ON THE COMPUTER This course is designed for the person who does not have keyboarding skills and would like to take other computer classes or brush up on their keyboarding skills. When completing this course, students will be better equipped to learn the many other computer courses. Thur Fee: $125 Mon Fee: $125 Thur Fee: $125 Mon Fee: $125 Sept 18 - Oct 30 (MAC) Neptune Annex Sept 15 - Nov 3 (MAC) Career Center Jan 29 - Mar 6 (MAC) Neptune Annex Jan 26 - Mar 9 (MAC) Career Center 6 Sessions/12 hr 7:00 - 9:00 pm 6 Sessions/12 hr 7:00 - 9:00 pm 6 Sessions/12 hr 7:00 - 9:00 pm 6 Sessions/12 hr 7:00 - 9:00 pm MICROSOFT EXCEL-INTRODUCTION TO USING SPREADSHEETS (PC)
This course covers data entry, cell techniques, formulas, using functions, font styles, drawing tools, ranges and printing techniques. Other spreadsheet topics will be explored. Thur Fee: $175 Tue Fee: $175 Thur Fee: $175 Tue Fee: $175 Nov 13 - Jan 8 6 Sessions/12 hrs Neptune Annex 7:00 - 9:00 pm Nov 4 - Dec 9 Career Center Mar 12 - Apr 30 Neptune Annex Mar10 - Apr 21 Career Center 6 Sessions/12 hrs 7:00 - 9:00 pm 6 Sessions/12 hrs 7:00 - 9:00 pm 6 Sessions/12 hrs 7:00 - 9:00 pm MICROSOFT WORD -INTRODUCTION TO WORD PROCESSING (PC)
This course will introduce students to using Microsoft Word software to create and edit documents, including formatting text, choosing fonts, applying bullets and numbers, tabs, paragraphs, pages and sections. Prerequisite: keyboarding and typing skills. Thur Fee: $175 Tue Fee: $175 Thur Fee: $175 Tue Fee: $175 Sept 18 - Oct 30 Neptune Annex Sept 16 - Oct 28 Career Center Jan 29 - Mar 5 Neptune Annex Jan 27 - Mar 3 Career Center 6 Sessions/12 hrs 7:00 - 9:00 pm 6 Sessions/12 hrs 7:00 - 9:00 pm 6 Sessions/12 hrs 7:00 - 9:00 pm 6 Sessions/12 hrs 7:00 - 9:00 pm 21 ....................... 732.431.6292 INTRO ADOBE PHOTOSHOP Learn the basics of Adobe Photoshop, the premiere image editing software. The course will introduce students to the basics of bitmap images and computer color, Photoshop's tools and palettes, guidelines for using a scanner with Photoshop, making basic color corrections, basic image editing, working with layers, working with filters and other special effects, how to prepare graphics for web pages and more. Students will have time and opportunity to import images and work on a project. Prerequisites: Must be competent using at least one operating system. Access to a computer at home is recommended. Thur Fee: $240 Sept 25 - Dec18 CHS (Wall) 10 Sessions/25 hrs 6:30 - 9:00 pm INTRO TO MAC OS X Learn the basics of MacOS X, Apple's new Macintosh computer operating system, how to organize files and folders, how to connect to the internet and surf the world wide web, how to send and receive email, how to use your digital camera with the Mac, how to fix basic problems, how to setup and use multiple user accounts, and more. Prerequisite: access to a Macintosh and comfortable using at least one computer system. Tue Fee: $150 Sept 16 - Oct 28 CHS (Wall) 6 Sessions/15 hrs 6:30 - 9:00 pm INTRO ADOBE ILLUSTRATOR
This course will cover the basics of Adobe Illustrator, a powerful vector graphic drawing program. Students will learn the various tools and palettes, how to create and manipulate vector objects, how to create and use color, adding and manipulating text, creating and using various special effects, importing and using picture graphics, and how to prepare files for print and web uses.Access to a computer at home is recommended. Wed Fee: $240 Sept 24 - Dec 17 CHS (Wall) 10 Sessions/25 hrs 6:30 - 9:00 pm INTRO ADOBE InDESIGN
This course will introduce students to AdobeInDesign CS2, Adobe's well regarded page layout application, including c