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ID: CEART-572
Join this fun class for parent and child to experience painting together while each making their own masterpiece! Paint like Vincent van Gogh and create a beautiful piece of art on an 11x14 canvas. The child must be at least 10 years old. All supplies included in the price. $29 per person.
ID: CEART-568
Continue to improve your acrylic painting skills in this intermediate class. Prerequisites: Acrylic Painting for Fun or previous acrylic painting experience. See the online materials list for supplies.
ID: CEETG-602
Have you always been interested in drawing, but never really knew how to get started? If so, then this is definitely the course for you! Gain a solid foundation and understanding of the basics to drawing and become the artist you have always dreamed you could be! You'll gain a solid understanding of the many tools of the trade. You'll become intimately familiar with paper types, drawing styles, rendering techniques, and the basic principal of perspective, layout, design, lighting, volume, and space. You'll even discover how best to get in touch with your right brain. If you have an interest in learning what it is like to draw or would love to increase your current knowledge in the field of art and illustrating, then this course aims to fulfill all of your needs.
ID: CEART-569
Spend a fun three hours learning to use a paintbrush to create a popular style of Modern Calligraphy. Projects include making a greeting card, addressing an envelope, and writing a short quote. No prior painting or calligraphy experience necessary. See the online materials list.
ID: CECED-591
Untangle the mystery of home in this basic hands-on course taught by a local real estate agent. Learn the top ten mistakes when buying a home and the best mortgage options for today's buyer. Learn the roles of lenders, home inspectors, and closing attorneys. You will gain confidence to tackle buying and the tools needed to turn the unforeseen to your advantage. Great information for the first time home buyer.
ID: CECED-566
Finding values with discounts and coupons is easier than you think. Make the most of your financial resources without wasting money. Coupons and discounting are a great start to living a frugal life. We will discuss many ways and tips to save money, stretch the dollars, and reduce your spending painlessly.
ID: CECED-592
Obtain the top tips for marketing and selling your home in a basic hands on course taught by a local real estate agent. Includes staging techniques to show your home for enhanced appeal or personal enjoyment. Learn the role of lenders, home inspectors, and home warranty companies. Remodel or repair? You will gain confidence and the tools needed to sell your home for its maximum value. Useful information for the first time home seller.
ID: CEDDC-500
NOTE: Arrive 10 minutes early. No late arrivals will be admitted. Licensed drivers may take this eight-hour National Safety Council course every three years. Successful completion will remove up to four points (except DUI) on a SC driver's license, including CDL. Driver's license number and state required when registering. May reduce insurance costs. Defensive driving techniques are stressed through lectures, videos, and classroom demonstrations. Bring a pen or pencil to class.
ID: CEFLY-504
Go beyond the auto settings of your drone. This primer course will discuss the camera options, various settings, accessories, and best practices for maximizing the use of a Drone for taking aerial photos and videos. This class will include demos (peformed by the instructor) of the camera and drone software settings along with examples of the corresponding photo and video results.
ID: CEFLY-505
Under FAA Part 107, the FAA requires applicants to pass an aeronautical knowledge exam in order to fly drones for business purposes. This 15 hour class covers all of the test areas included in the FAA Knowledge test. Students in this class are also provided actual FAA test questions for each subject module to further aid in the preparation. Includes study guide.
ID: CEFLY-503
This free introduction to Drones course provides an excellent overview of key considerations for flying drones as a hobbyist or flying drones for work. This 2.5 hour class will cover information on why we have drones, how to register your drone, FAA regulations overview, safe drone operation, compliance with state and local laws, plus more. You will also have a drone flight demonstration by a qualified instructor.
ID: CEPFP-702
Learn which assets are appropriate for retirement income, for lifetime use and for future generations. Explore how to make appropriate health care decisions. This course includes a workbook and study aids. Couples may attend together for the single fee. An optional financial planning consultation is provided after class.
ID: CEPFP-700
Don't miss this valuable workshop designed especially for baby boomers with a focus on timing Social Security withdrawals to allow maximum retirement income. Recent legislation in Congress will be discussed. The decisions made today can have a tremendous bearing on the total benefits received over a lifetime. Couples may attend together for a single fee.
ID: CEETG-545
This course is designed to prepare you for a lifetime of worthwhile personal financial planning. The tools you will learn are useful, realistic, and easy to work into your regular routine. They will help you gain control over the financial impact of the choices you make. You'll learn to create and use a budget, borrow and invest wisely, make intelligent decisions about insurance, and plan for your financial future. You'll develop a retirement savings plan, and you'll be better prepared to make large purchases and plan for taxes. You'll also learn the essentials of household bookkeeping and record-keeping requirements. And you'll discover the secret to understanding and controlling your credit rating to save money and increase your financial security.
ID: CEPFP-698
Develop a master plan for a worry-free retirement. Will my nest egg survive this volatile market and the coming storms (increased taxes, inflation, market volatility, health care costs, and the debt crisis here and in Europe)? How long will my money last? Learn helpful strategies for a confident financial future in an uncertain economy. Couples may attend together for the single fee.
ID: CEPFP-703
Plan your path to significance through 8 sessions taught by Jennifer Sisk, Certified Life Coach. Your Second Half is about more than just, will I run out of income before I run out of life? How will you, not only answer this question, but identify your legacy goals and how you will remain engaged and impactful as you age. Walk with Jennifer, and several guest speakers, on this exciting journey, as we voyage through the 30 years the average person will spend in retirement. We will cover the nuts and bolts of investing, how to find your passion and identify your legacy, and how to support those you care for during your retirement years.
ID: CEETG-652
Stock Market got you down? Want to invest in real estate but have no money and no idea where to start? In this course, we'll demystify the technical aspects of acquiring and profiting from property. We'll explore how to find, finance, and negotiate a deal, how to invest in lease options, foreclosures, quick flips, rehabs, and mobile homes. And most important, you'll finish up the course with a specific game plan tailored to your individual investing goals that will put you well on your way to finding your first (or next) deal.
ID: CEETG-589
Are you worried that you might not have enough money to make it through retirement? Stop worrying and start planning. The earlier you begin planning for your future, the easier it will be for you to retire. No matter how inadequate you believe your current understanding of finance to be, this course will make you capable to manage your personal finances, make wise investment decisions, and prepare adequately for your future.
ID: CEKIT-589
Become skilled at decorating holiday cookies and learn to outline, flood, pipe and the technique of brush embroidery. Let the colorful personality of your cookies amaze and leave with the skills to create more tasty treats. Decorating skills are not necessary. Hear information to start your own decorative cookie business.
ID: CECED-594
More flavor and more nutrients in every bite with no additional time spent! Bring your favorite comfort food recipes to class where nutritional enhancements and adjustments will be discussed and shared.
ID: CECED-595
Food additives can play an important role in food quality, safety, costs, and convenience. This engaging class is where you will learn to recognize non-healthy versus healthy food additives. We'll analyze favorite foods found at your local grocery store. Please feel free to bring your family's favorite foods labels, containers, or packages for analysis!
ID: CEETG-689
Discover how easy it can be to learn common words course makes pronunciation simple, with phonetic spellings for every word and phrase you need to learn. The course even includes audio, so you will be able to hear and practice the language with little more than a click of your mouse! You'll also learn cultural tips in each lesson that will make you more comfortable in a foreign setting. After finishing this course, you'll be prepared to speak French in a wide variety of settings and situations.
ID: CEETG-701
This insightful course will help you discover an exciting new way to express yourself and enhance your creativity. You'll learn to use powerful journaling techniques to develop a deeper and more spiritual understanding of yourself and explore your thoughts, feelings, beliefs, and values. You'll also discover how to use journaling to ease the stress of unwanted change, improve your physical and emotional health, and achieve a greater level of professional success.
ID: CEPTN-711
Spanish for Construction is a self-paced, online Spanish course designed for construction workers, contractors, foreman, and anybody who works with Spanish-speaking employees and co-workers in the construction industry. Students will build their workplace Spanish vocabulary and conversation skills while learning with pictures, native-pronunciations, readings, and quizzes, as well as cultural tidbits along the way.
ID: CEETG-971
Are you struggling to communicate with your Spanish-speaking patients? If so, here's the perfect solution. Whether you're new to the Spanish language or just want a refresher, this fun and simple course will give you the basic tools you need to bridge the communication gap.
ID: CEPTN-605
Spanish for the Workplace is a self-paced, online occupational Spanish course that seeks to bridge the communication gap between English and Spanish-speaking co-workers and clients. The course is designed for beginning Spanish learners who simply want to communicate in basic Spanish as well as the opportunity to learn approximately 700 commonly used Spanish words and phrases in the workplace.
ID: CELNG-510
Learn basic Spanish conversational skills needed to ask questions and understand the answers given. Text is included with tuition.
ID: CELNG-511
Increase your vocabulary, strengthen your pronunciation skills, and gain a more in-depth understanding of Spanish culture.
ID: CEETG-564
Imagine yourself speaking, reading, and writing Spanish. Now you can with Speed Spanish! This course is designed for anyone who wants to learn Spanish pronto. You will learn six easy recipes for gluing Spanish words together to form sentences. In no time at all, you will be able to go into any Spanish speaking situation and converse in Spanish. Que' Bueno!
ID: CEETG-644
Gain comfort in Spanish-speaking situations by learning even more clever new recipes you can put to immediate use. Our Speed Spanish courses are unlike any other Spanish classes you may have ever taken. When you've completed both this course and its predecessor, you'll be well on your way to fluency. Que' Bueno!
ID: CEMOT-501
This course is for individuals who want to learn basic techniques. A valid driver's license is required at the first class meeting. Please note that a three hour online e-course is required before the first class. A code will be emailed to you for access to this e-course. Certificate of e-course completion must be presented to instructor at first class. The motorcycle range activity Includes riding on small (100-350 cc) training motorcycles. Must pass both a written and riding assessment to receive a completion certificate. For license waiver option, present valid driver's license at first class and pass all assessments. Prerequisite: Must be eligible for a motorcycle driver's license and be able to ride a bicycle. This course is not an alternate to the driver education requirement for under 18-year-old drivers. Meets the standards set by SC law for insurance discount. Half helmets are not allowed, must be full face or open face helmet.
ID: CEMOT-508
NOTE: 3 hour online class is required prior to Friday night's class. Students will receive the access code on Wednesday afternoon via email prior to the Friday start date. Please provide valid email address when registering on the phone or via online. This course is for individuals who want to learn basic techniques. A valid driver's license is required at the first class meeting. Includes riding on small (100-350 cc) training motorcycles. Must pass both a written and riding assessment to receive a completion certificate. For license waiver option, present current active driver's license at the first class. Prerequisite: Must be eligible for a motorcycle driver's license and be able to ride a bicycle. This course is not an alternate to the driver education requirement for under 18-year-old drivers. Meets the standards set by SC law for insurance discount. Half helmets are not allowed, must be full face or open face helmet. Friday class meets 6-8pm; Saturday and Sunday classes me
ID: CEMOT-701
Class is a skills tune-up for the experienced rider with a motorcycle license. Students with a learner's permit must have had the permit for a minimum of 60 days. Includes five hours of riding. A fully licensed and insured motorcycle or scooter is required. No mopeds. To successfully complete the course, the student must pass both a written and riding assessment, which could result in an insurance discount. The course may be used as an annual refresher for riders who already have a motorcycle license. In addition, fully licensed students in the EC may elect to have a passenger ride with them during the course. Both the rider and the passenger must be registered students. Helmet must be full face or open face helmet, no half helmets allowed.
ID: CEMOT-601
Class is for the rider with minimum-to-moderate riding experience. Must have held a motorcycle learner's permit for a minimum of 60 days. For license waiver option, present current and active motorcycle learner's permit at first class. A fully licensed and insured motorcycle or scooter is required. No mopeds. To successfully complete the class, student must pass both written and riding assessments, which could result in an insurance discount. Helmet must be full face or open face, no half helmets allowed. Friday class meets 6:00-10:00pm. Saturday class meets 8:00am-5:00pm.
ID: CEMUS-551
Join us for a musical journey across the centuries...from Middle Ages to the present. This course is for everyone desiring a greater understanding of the components of music, composition, composers and the backdrop of their world. Enhance your appreciation of music. Broaden the style of recordings in your collection as well as the concerts you attend. Won't you join us? We look forward to a wonderful time for all.
ID: CESEW-533
Beginners and those with minimal experience will learn the practical basics and creative potential sewing offers. Learn straight and zigzag stitches, straight seams, curved seams, fabrics, and patterns. Students will complete a decorative pillow and a project with a pattern. Class will choose the final project. Sewing machine required. See the online Materials List for important details and list of supplies.
ID: CESEW-550
Perfect your sewing skills in this follow-up to Sewing I. Students must be able to sew, operate and bring their own sewing machines to class. Students will work on projects of their choice to enhance their skills and learn advanced technicques. See the online Materials List for important details and list of supplies.
ID: CEETG-559
This course will prepare students to take the Graduate Record Examination. You may enroll in either the Verbal or Quantitative review sections, however we strongly suggest that you enroll in both sections for maximum benefit. Taking both course 1 and course 2 provide techniques for improving your score on all three sections of the GRE: Verbal, Analytical, and Quantitative. You will also practice on actual GRE tests from previous years. Course 2 features a math review and techniques for tackling the quantitative comparison, discrete quantitative, and data interpretation questions that make up the math section of the GRE. We will also cover time saving techniques for both the paper-based and computer administrations of the test. REQUIREMENTS: Internet access, email, Netscape or Internet Explorer Web browser. Practicing to Take the GRE General Test (ninth edition) should be purchased prior to the beginning of class.
ID: CEETG-551
Applying to graduate school usually means taking the GRE (Graduate Record Examination). Our GRE preparation course can help; we have been preparing students around the world for graduate school since 1980. The course covers the more familiar questions and explores question types that may be new to you, like analytical and logical reasoning. You will also practice on actual GRE tests from previous years. This course covers all question types on the verbal and analytical sections of the GRE. Course 1 and Course 2 provide techniques for improving your score on all three sections of the GRE: Verbal, Analytical, and Quantitative. REQUIRMENTS: Internet access, E-mail, Netscape or Internet Explorer Web browser. Practicing to Take the GRE General Test (ninth edition) should be purchased prior to the first class meeting.
ID: CEETG-552
Applying to law school means taking the LSAT Law School Admissions Test). In this course, you will practice on actual LSAT exams from previous years. This course provides an overview of law school entrance procedures. You will also learn proven test taking techniques and participate in an intensive review of analytical reasoning questions, including techniques for drafting the three most helpful types of diagrams, and explanations for and interpretations of correct answer choices. You will also learn the outline format that law school admissions counselors favor for preparing the writing sample. Taking both Course 1 and Course 2 will prepare you to perform well on all three question types on the LSAT: reading comprehension, logical reasoning, and analytical reasoning. REQUIREMENTS: Internet access, E-mail, or Internet Explorer Web browser. LSAT: The Official Triple Prep, Volume 2, should be purchased prior to the first class meeting.
ID: CEETG-560
Applying to law school means taking the LSAT (Law School Admissions Test). Taking both course 1 and course 2 will prepare you to perform well on all three question types on the LSAT: Reading Comprehension, Logical Reasoning, and Analytical Reasoning. You will practice on actual LSAT exams from previous years and also learn test taking techniques. Course 2 provides an intensive review of reading comprehension and logical reasoning questions, including techniques for quick elimination of incorrect answers, explanations, and interpretations of correct answers, and proven approaches for selecting the correct answers. REQUIREMENTS: Internet access, email, Netscape or Internet Explorer Web browser. LSAT: The Official Triple Prep, (Volume 2) should be purchased prior to the beginning of class.
ID: CEETG-561
In course 2, we will analyze each of the quantitative test question areas on the SAT and ACT. Topics include basic and advanced math concepts (fractions, decimals, percentages, ratios, proportions) and algebraic and geometric concepts. REQUIREMENTS: Internet access, email, Netscape or Internet Explorer Web browser. 10 Real SATs and Getting Into the ACT: Official Guide to the ACT Assessment should be purchased prior to the first class meeting.
ID: CEETG-553
Both the ACT and the SAT contain verbal and math question types. SAT/ACT Preparation Part I will give you all the information you need to do well on the verbal questions of the ACT and the new SAT. The ACT verbal sections are called the Reading Test, the English Test, and the Science Test. The Reading Test and the English Test assess your knowledge of English usage, grammar, and reading comprehension. This course will provide you with a grammar and usage review specifically geared to the rules that you'll be tested on in the ACT. You'll also learn how to maximize your time on reading comprehension passages and the passages in the science test. REQUIREMENTS: Internet access, E-mail, or Internet Explorer Web browser. 10 Real SATs and Getting Into the ACT: Official Guide to the ACT Assessmentshould be purchased prior to the first class meeting.
ID: CECED-596
Do you desire to live joyfully, and with purpose, in your retirement years? Do you have a vision and a plan in place to accomplish this? Do you believe that retirement is the start of your most impactful years? This class will introduce an innovative approach for living purposefully and creating significance in your second half. You will leave with an idea of what it is you want to accomplish in retirement and how to plan, financially, to achieve that goal.
ID: CECED-597
Plan your path to significance through 8 sessions taught by Jennifer Sisk, Certified Life Coach. Your Second Half is about more than just, will I run out of income before I run out of life? How will you, not only answer this question, but identify your legacy goals and how you will remain engaged and impactful as you age. Walk with Jennifer, and several guest speakers, on this exciting journey, as we voyage through the 30 years the average person will spend in retirement. We will cover the nuts and bolts of investing, how to find your passion and identify your legacy, and how to support those you care for during your retirement years.
ID: CEWRT-552
New and emerging writers will explore the various techniques and process of crafting short stories, novels, memoir, and creative nonfiction.
ID: CEEDG-572
This six-week long course introduces you to everything you need to know to do a professional job of turning your manuscript into your dream-come-true, a book that will help you make money on the Internet, whether you want to self-publish a novel, a nonfiction book, or a picture book. You'll learn how to format your e-book and get it ready to sell through bookstores. By the end of the course, you could have your e-book published in over 100 countries worldwide and available to libraries and book clubs!
ID: CECED-537
Feel calm, peaceful, and centered as you learn yoga techniques. You'll practice yoga postures, breathing exercises, meditation, and deep relaxation. Classes meet at Arsenal Hill Community Center, 1800 Lincoln Street, Columbia. Bring a yoga mat to class.
This 24-hour course in the fundamentals of floral arranging will give students enough basic skills to seek entry level positions in the floral business.
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