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OSHA 40 HOUR - HAZWOPER
(CEV 0004)

This 40 hour course provides Federal and State certification for those who work with hazardous waste for management, operations, emergency response team or trainers, and site clean up. This course satisfies the requirements for generalized employee training under the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) 1910.120 and State of California Regulation 5192 Title 8. A certificate and wallet card will be issued upon completion of the class.
Cuyamaca College Room F607

5554  M-F  9/8-12  7:30am-3:30  $30

5565  M-F  9/15-19  7:30am-3:30  $30  Canceled

Cuyamaca College Room F724

4212  2 F    9/12 & 9/19   7:30am-5:30
          2 Sa  9/13 & 9/20   7:30am-5:30  
 
         $30*

4213  2 F  10/17 & 10/24    7:30am-5:30   
         2 Sa  10/18 & 10/25   7:30am-5:30  
 
         $30*

4214  2 F   11/14 & 11/21   7:30am-5:30   
         2 Sa  11/15 & 11/22   7:30am-5:30  
 
         $30*

4215  2 F   12/12 & 12/19   7:30am-5:30 
         2 Sa  12/13 & 12/20   7:30am-5:30 
         $30*

*(fee for book and certificate)
Lunch time will include a class activity, so bring a sack lunch and plenty of drinking water.

To register call (619) 660-4350
 

For additional information on Environmental Training Workshops click the logo link to the left.


Cuyamaca College is offering this Fall
Environmental Health &
Safety Management EHSM
previously titled Environmental Health &
Safety Technology ENVT
Certificate and Degree programs  
Classes start week of August 24
A Certificate of Completion is given after
successful completion of class(es)/ also Degree awarded
Apply and register early!
Apply and register on-line at http://www.cuyamaca.edu/online.asp
Contact Rick Wilson at 619-244-2487
for more information

OSHA 8-HOUR REFRESHER FEDERAL & CAL/OSHA STANDARDS
(CEV 0030)
This 8-hour Hazardous Waste Operator and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) Refresher course is designed to maintain the 40-Hour or 24-Hour OSHA Annual Certificate required for employees in the public or private sector, large or small businesses, who work with hazardous waste in any phase from management operations to on-site clean-up. This course includes lectures, table top exercises, and hands-on activities. A certificate will be issued upon completion of the class.
Cuyamaca College, Rooms F724 & F627

3330  Fri   8/29   8am-5    F724
         $15*

4928  Sat   9/13   8am-5    F627
         $20*

4929 Fri   9/26   8am-5   F724
         $20*

4930  Fri   10/10   8am-5   F724
         $20*

4931  Sat   10/25   8am-5  F627
         $20*

4932  Fri   11/7   8am-5    F724
         $20*

4933  Sat   11/22   8am-5   F627
         $20*

4934  Sat   12/6   8am-5    F724
         $20*

*(fee for book and certificate)
To register call (619) 660-4350

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OSHA 24-Hour HAZWOPER Training
(CEV 0024)
Section 126 of the Superfund Amendment and Re-Authorization Act requires the Department of Labor (DOL) to promulgate regulations for the protection of the safety and health of any employee engaged in hazardous waste operations.  This 24-hour Hazardous Waste Operator and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) course is designed to provide the required training for workers in the public or private sector, from large or small businesses, who work with hazardous waste but are not part of an emergency response team.
Cuyamaca College, Room F627
4339  3 Fri  10/3, 10/10 & 10/17  8am-5
4340  3 Sat  10/4, 10/11, 10/18  8am-5
$25 for book and certificate

Confined Space Entry
(CEV 0050)
This course reviews the California Title 8 CCR, General Industry Safety orders (GISO), Sections 5156, 5157, 5158 regulations governing confined space entry and how to properly employ the Confined Space Permit Program.  Course includes terminology, testing, monitoring, permitting requirements, written program components, entry permits and safety regarding confined spaces and is a must for any employee who may encounter confined spaces during their normal course of employment.
Cuyamaca College, Room F724 & F627
4341   Sat   9/27  8am-5  F724
4342   W   10/22  8am-5  F627
4343   Sat  11/15  8am-5  F627
Fee: $15 for book/materials

SB 198 Injury Illness Prevention Plan
(CEV 0078)

This course provides a step-by-step guide to developing an Injury and Illness Prevention Program required by SB198 (Statute Labor Code Section 6401.7 (a) and Standard 8 CCR Section 32103 (a).  You will learn how to write and continually improve an Injury and Illness Prevention Program that includes a Code of Safe Practices, training plan and buy-in from management. 

Cuyamaca College, Room F724
4345   Sat   10/11   8am-5

Fee: $15 for book/materials

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Department of Transportation Hazardous Materials Regulations
(CEV 0052)

This course covers the Department of Transportation (DOT) Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR) governing the transportation of hazardous substances.  This course fulfills the DOT 49 CFR Hazardous Materials Transportation awareness training required by DOT and includes: using a hazardous materials table, preparing shipping papers, marking, labeling and placard requirements, security awareness and site policies, handling emergencies and notification and identification and communication of hazards of transportation.

Cuyamaca College, Room F627

4349  Fri  11/7   8am-5

Fee $20 for materials


Air Quality Management
(CEV 0070)

This course focuses on air compliance at the local business level and covers basic air compliance issues associated with the San Diego Air Pollution Control District‘s rules and regulations.

Cuyamaca College, Room F724

4344  Sat  10/4  8am-5

Fee: $15 for materials


Bloodborne Pathogens
(CEV 0072)

This course helps students understand bloodborne pathogens in the workplace and provides common modes of their transmission, methods of prevention, and other pertinent information for those who have the potential to be exposed to blood or other potentially infectious material.

Cuyamaca College, Room F724

4347  Th  10/16  8am-5

4348  F  11/21  8am-5

Fee: $15 for book/materials

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Basic Hazardous Materials Business Plan
(CEV 0068)

Chapter 6.95 Health and Safety Code, Division 20 requires companies that handle hazardous materials in certain quantities to prepare a business plan providing information of how the business uses, stores, or handles hazardous materials on site.

Cuyamaca College, Room F627

4351  Fri  11/14  8am-5

Fee: $15 for book/materials


Environmental Technologies Exploration
(CEV 0006)

This course is designed as introduction to Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) career paths. Course will cover Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) historical prospective "How Did We Get to Here", related Federal and State Regulations, program requirements and compliance prospective.

Cuyamaca College, Room F724

4346  Fri  12/5  8am-5

$15 for book/materials


Environmental Technology: Incident Command Systems
(CEV 0025)

Incident Command System (ICS 100/200) is intended for personnel assigned to an incident or event who have a minimum requirement for the understanding of ICS.

Cuyamaca College, Room F607

5583  M  9/22   7:30am-4  Canceled

5584  Th  9/25  7:30am-4   Canceled

5585  M  9/29   7:30am-4   Canceled

$20 for book/materials

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For additional information on Environmental Training Workshops click the logo link to the left.


Food Handler Training Course
(CEV 0002)

This course is designed for individuals who are, or will be, working in a food or service industry job which requires food handler certification. The San Diego County Department of Health has approved this three-hour course. A certificate is valid for three years and will be issued to each participant upon completion of this course.
Grossmont College, Room 53-544B park in lot #5
5542  Sat  9/13  9am-12 
4709  Sat  10/11   9am-12
4710  Sat  11/1   9am-12
4711  Sat  12/6  9am-12
Instructor: Nancy Garcia
A fee of $6 for certificate is payable in class
Photo Identification required
Bring a #2 pencil
To register call (619) 660-4350

Career Exploration
(CEV 0090)
Personality and interest-based assessment is used to help students gain career insight and set educational goals. Learn to matriculate from this noncredit course to a credit program. You will be given insights into your interests and personality type by taking the Choices and Myers Briggs Personality Type Indicator (MBTI) career assessments. Discover how you can use your assessment results to select a career that matches your interests and personality.
Please call Community Learning to register for this class at 619-660-4350. Once registered, contact the Cuyamaca College Career Center at 619-660-4450 to schedule the Choices assessment prior to class. On 10/11 the MBTI assessment will be administered in class. Bring a sack lunch and a #2 pencil.
Cuyamaca College, Room A112
3890  Sat   10/11  9am-2  Laurie Brown
Fee: $0

Bilingual Basic Computer Skills
(CEV 0020)
In this introductory computer course, students whose primary language is not English, will learn basic keyboarding, word processing skills, and how to explore the internet.
A fee of $5 for handouts is payable to the instructor in class; please have correct change.
If you are not fluent English speaker, you are welcome to bring an adult partner to assist you.
Pre-register for computer classes at 619.660.4350 to reserve a seat. Minimum enrollment must be met to avoid class cancellation. For parking instructions click here.
Instructor: Luz Arreola
Location: Cuyamaca College, Room H134
4983   3 Sat   9/6, 13 & 27  9am-12:20

Noncredit Computer Classes
Pre-register for computer classes at 619.660.4350 to reserve a seat. Minimum enrollment must be met to avoid class cancellation.

Students will need to bring:

$5 material fee for handouts, payable in class, please bring correct change.
A #2 pencil
A USB flash drive to save your documents

For parking instructions click here.
Instructors: Dale Mastny, Wallace Wang
Locations:

Grossmont College (GC), Technology Mall
Room 70-134. Entrance is on the south side of the library-upstairs above the main quad, park in lot #7
Cuyamaca College (CC), Room B167
park in lot #1 for all CC classes
Introduction to Computers, Part I
(CEV 0102)
An introductory course in computer knowledge is designed to provide students with basic skills.
3807  Sat  9/6    9am-12   GC 70-134  
3813  Sat  9/20   9am-12  CC B167
Fee: $5*

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Introduction to Windows, Part I
(CEV 0106)
This course introduces students to the Windows Operating System and is designed to provide students with basic skills necessary for personal and professional success. Intro to Computers or equivalent is HIGHLY recommended.
3812  Sat  9/6 12pm-3 p.m.  GC 70-134
3806  Sat  9/20 12:30pm-3:30   CC B167
Fee: $5*
Introduction to the Internet, Part I
(CEV 0099)
This course introduces students to the internet via current technology trends and hands-on use. Various internet browsers will be used to gain practical experience.
Cuyamaca College, Room B167

3810  Sat  10/4  9am-12

Fee: $5*

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Introduction to PowerPoint
(CEV 0116)
This course introduces the students to Microsoft PowerPoint. Students learn to create, edit and organize slides; design and format a presentation.

Grossmont College Room  70-134

4021 Sat  9/27  9am-3
Fee: $5*

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Introduction to Spreadsheets
(CEV 0114)
This course introduces students to Excel; a spreadsheet program. Class is beneficial for individuals using computer programs to file, organize, retrieve and report data.
Cuyamaca College, Room B167
3820  Sat  10/11   9am-3:30
Fee: $5*
Introduction to Word Processing, Part I

An entry level class which introduces students to word processing. Students will learn to produce letters, memos, reports, and other documents as for personal or professional use.

Grossmont College GC 70-134

3815 Sat  9/13  9am-3  Fee: $5*

 


PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY
PERSONAL BEST SERIES*
Decision Making & Problem Solving
(CEV 0125)
This course is designed to help students examine the relationship between decision making and problem solving. Students are introduced to a variety of models of decision making, discuss blocks to problem solving, and examine the role creativity takes in the problem solving process.
Business Ethics & Values
(CEV 0117)
This course is designed to help students recognize behaviors associated with ethical work practices. Students discuss current events regarding organizations that model ethical and unethical behavior and examine the role personal values play in defining ethical ethical behavior and make ethical decisions.

5411  Sat  10/25  9am-12  $3

Time & Stress Management
(CEV 0118)
This course is designed to help students develop key skills necessary to effectively manage time and stress. Students are introduced to various time management tips and explore the role that time management has on stress levels. Three central themes related to stress management are presented including common causes of stress, the impact of stress on physical health, and techniques for reducing stress.

*Take all 3 above classes in the series and receive a Certificate of Completion

For the above class call 619.660.4323 to pre-register

For additional information on Professional Development Academy classes click the logo link to the left.


TEAM WORK SERIES*

Team Building
(CEV 0120)
Develop the skills necessary to become productive team members. Students discuss the characteristics of effective teams. Students examine three common challenges of team building: communication breakdown, working with the roles that various team members assume, and utilizing team synergy.
The Right Attitude
(CEV 0121)
Explore the impact attitude has on customer service, team effectiveness, and personal productivity. Students examine verbal and non verbal methods of communicating attitude and discuss techniques for adjusting a negative attitude.
Managing Changes
(CEV 0124)
This course is designed to help students develop key skills and attitudes necessary to manage workplace changes. Students examine three important characteristics of change. Reasons for resistance to change will be examined and methods for overcoming resistance will also be identified.

*Take all 3 classes in the series and receive a Certificate of Completion

For the above class call 619.660.4323 to pre-register


ENHANCING EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE*

Motivation & Recognition Systems
(CEV 0132)
This course is designed to help students develop key skills and attitudes necessary to effectively perform as a supervisor.  Students will examine four important concepts related to motivation and recognition: terms related to motivation, theories of motivation, signs of low morale and factors contributing to high morale. Students will explore various forms of and appropriate use of recognition.
Coaching for Improved Performance
(CEV 0134)

This course is designed to help students develop key skills and attitudes necessary to effectively perform as a supervisor. Students will examine four important concepts related to coaching: coaching a good job, coaching a poor performance, coaching a bad personal habit, and sidetracks to coaching. Students will identify characteristics of an effective coach and explore the importance of establishing performance standards.

Delegating for Results
(CEV 0130)

This course is designed to help students develop key skills and attitudes necessary to effectively perform as a supervisor.  Students will examine four important concepts related to delegation: three methods of delegation, a six step delegation model, and environmental supports for delegation. Students will be introduced to the Cycle of Accountability and explore the role that accountability plays in effective delegation.

*Take all above 3 classes in the series and receive a Certificate of Completion

For the above class call 619.660.4323 to pre-register


SUPERIOR SERVICE SERIES*

Customer Appreciation
(CEV 0080)

Develop key skills and attitudes necessary to meet the needs of customers. Students examine important areas of customer service: the differences between bad, average, and outstanding customer service; identification of internal and external customers; and the value of customer retention.

5402  Sat  9/6  9am-12  $3

Mastering Communication
(CEV 0119)
Communicate more effectively at work and in your personal life. Students examine verbal and nonverbal communication, and discuss the importance of effective listening. Techniques for breaking through communication barriers will be provided.

5406  Sat  9/13  9am-12  $3

Dealing with Difficult People
(CEV 0122)
Develop the skills necessary to work more effectively with co-workers and customers. Students identify their personal work style and learn strategies for modifying their style to resolve conflict situations. Common sources of workplace conflict are explored and five conflict handling styles are identified.

*Take all above 3 classes in the series and receive a Certificate of Completion

For the above class call 619.660.4323 to pre-register


PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY
Classes Offered at Local Organizations & Businesses
Choice Harvest Worship Center
760 W. Palm Ave., El Cajon
Customer Appreciation (CEV 0080)

5402  Sat  9/6  9am-12  $3

Mastering Communication (CEV 0119)

5406  Sat  9/13  9am-12  $3

Dealing with Difficult People (CEV 0122)

5407  Sat  9/27  9am-12  $3

Team Building (CEV 0120)
5408  Sat  10/4  9am-12   $3
The Right Attitude (CEV 0121)
5409   Sat  10/11  9am-12   $3
Managing Changes (CEV 0124)
5410  Sat  10/18   9am-12   $3
Decision Making & Problem Solving (CEV 0125)
5411  Sat  10/25  9am-12  $3
Business Ethics & Values (CEV 0117)
5412  Sat  11/1  9am-12  $3
Time & Stress Management  (CEV 0118)

5413  2 Sat  11/8 & 11/15  9am-12  $6

Motivation & Recognition Systems (CEV 0132)

5415  Sat  11/22  9am-12  $3

Coaching for Improved Performance (CEV 0134)

5416  Sat  12/6   9am-12  $3 

Delegating for Results (CEV 0130)

5417  Sat  12/13  9am-12  $3

For the above classes call 619.660.4350 to pre-register. Fees will be collected at each class meeting. Cash only accepted.
For additional class offerings go to
www.ProfessionalDevelopmentAcademy.com

 

Helix Charter High School
7323 University Avenue, Room #1600, La Mesa
Managing Changes (CEV 0124)
This course is designed to help students develop key skills and attitudes necessary to manage workplace changes. Students examine three important characteristics of change. Reasons for resistence to change will be examined and methods for overcoming resistence will also be identified.

4350  M  9/22  9am-12   $3

For the above class call 619.660.4323 to pre-register

Fees will be collected at each class meeting. Cash only accepted.

For additional class offering go to

www.ProfessionalDevelopmentAcademy.com

 

Dixieline ProBuild
8372 Center Drive, La Mesa
(This location is not handicap accessible)
Delegating for Results (CEV 0130)
This course is designed to help students develop key skills and attitudes necessary to effectively perform as a supervisor.  Students will examine four important concepts related to delegation: three methods of delegation, a six step delegation model, and environmental supports for delegation. Students will be introduced to the Cycle of Accountability and explore the role that accountability plays in effective delegation.

3412 Th  8/28  8am-11  $3  Class Cancelled

The Right Attitude (CEV 0121)
Explore the impact attitude has on customer service, team effectiveness, and personal productivity. Students examine verbal and non verbal methods of communicating attitude and discuss techniques for adjusting a negative attitude.

3129  Th   9/4  8am-11  $3

Mastering Communication (CEV 0119)

Communicate more effectively at work and in your personal life. Students examine verbal and nonverbal communication, and discuss the importance of effective listening. Techniques for breaking through communication barriers will be provided.

3130  Th  9/11  8am-11  $3
3134  Th  11/20  8am-11  $3

Dealing with Difficult People (CEV 0122)
Develop the skills necessary to work more effectively with co-workers and customers. Students identify their personal work style and learn strategies for modifying their style to resolve conflict situations. Common sources of workplace conflict are explored and five conflict handling styles are identified.

3131  Th  9/25  8am-11  $3
3133  Th  11/13  8am-11  $3

Customer Appreciation (CEV 0080)
This course is designed to help students develop key skills and attitudes necessary to effectively meet the needs of customers.  Students will examine four important areas of customer service: the differences between bad, average, and outstanding customer service; identification of internal and external customers; understanding the role that customer expectations play in a service environment; and the value of customer retention.

3132  Th  11/6  8am-11  $3

For the above classes call 619.660.4323 to pre-register

Please note $3 fee is for materials. Cash only accepted
Fees will be collected at each class meeting.

 

Cuyamaca College, Heritage of the Americas Museum
900 Rancho San Diego Parkway, El Cajon, 92019

Effective Business Writing (CEV 0136)
This course is designed to help students develop skills necessary for creating well constructed business documents.  Students will examine three important characteristics of effective business writing: analyzing the needs of the reader, editing the document to achieve maximum impact, and practical ways of applying the 4C’s (completeness, conciseness, consideration, and clarity).

Part I Concise Business Writing

5593 W  9/24  8:30am-11:30  $3

Part II The 4C's of Business Writing
 

5593 Th  10/22  8:30am-11:30 $3

For the above *classes call 619.660.4323 to pre-register

Please note fee is for materials. Fees will be collected at each class meeting. Cash only accepted.

 

Grossmont College Career Center  Room 627
8800 Grossmont College Drive, El Cajon  92020
Team Building
(CEV 0120)
Develop the skills necessary to become productive team members. Students discuss the characteristics of effective teams. Students examine three common challenges of team building: communication breakdown, working with the roles that various team members assume, and utilizing team synergy.

5595  W  12/3  10am-1  $3

5594  Th  12/4  5:30pm-8:30  $3

For the above *classes call 619.660.4323 to pre-register

Please note fee is for materials. Fees will be collected at each class meeting. Cash only accepted.

Scantibodies
9336 Abraham Way, Santee 92071

A Guide to Successful Supervision (CEV 0098)
This 5-part course provides in-depth training for current or aspiring managers and supervisors who want to increase their ability to successfully lead their teams and to effectively address many of the challenges related to supervising employees. Participants learn the importance of personality style strategies, practice conflict management techniques, acquire concepts of change management and explore the powerful benefits diversity provides. In addition, participants will be trained in critical steps to take when harassment or violations occur, and how supervisors can protect their organizations from legal liability, financial loss and a damaged reputation.
Part I: Personality Styles
Part II: Conflict Management
Part III: Managing Organizational Change
Part IV: Managing Diverse Teams
Part V: Preventing Sexual Harassment

5567  TWTh  8/27, 9/18, 10/23, 11/18, 12/9   9am-12

5566  TWTh  8/21, 9/10, 10/7, 11/5, 12/4   2pm-5

Materials Fee $15

For the above *classes call 619.660.4323 to pre-register

Fees will be collected at each class meeting. Cash only accepted.

 

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