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Project Management
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Project Management
Fundamentals of Project
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ALEXANDRIA, ANNANDALE, LOUDOUN, MANASSAS, WOODBRIDGE
The Project Management Certificate Program provides you with skills you can apply
immediately, helping your organization meet both internal and external challenges. These
courses use the vocabulary and methodology of the latest version of the Project Management
Institute’s Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® version 5, 2012). You’ll learn about the five
process groups: Initiating, Planning, Executing, Monitoring and Controlling, and Closing.
The courses offered cover these processes by addressing in detail the following project
management Knowledge Areas: planning and managing integration, scope, time, cost, risk,
human resources, and communications.
To earn the program certificate, you must successfully complete all six core courses and
pass a short exam. Individual certificates of completion will be given for each course in
the program. You must attend 90% of the class hours for each course in order to receive a
certificate.
The Continuing Education Units (CEUs) awarded for the Project Management Certificate
courses fully satisfy the educational requirements you need to apply for the PMP or CAPM
exam from PMI, however they aren’t sufficient preparation for those exams. We recommend
that you also take an exam preparation course. For those who already have earned a PMP,
courses in this program can be used to earn PDUs for PMP recertification. The classes offered
by NOVA fall under PMI’s Category B designation.
Required Courses:
• Fundamentals of Project Management – OR –
Fundamentals of Project Management with MS Project
• Risk & Change Management
• Developing & Managing a Dynamic Team
• Defining & Measuring Organizational Processes
• Project Management Communications
• Project Quality Management
BUSC 1557 / 1.4 CEU / 14 PDU / $599
»» 01L Reston Center
Thu & Fri, Jan 29 & 30
9 am – 5 pm
Register by Jan 15 and pay only $559!
(after Jan 15 pay $599 – section 02L)
Instructor: Michael Van Dyke, PMP
»» 01A Alexandria Campus, AA 472
Thu & Fri, Feb 26 & 27
9 am – 5 pm
Register by Feb 12 and pay only $559!
(after Feb 12 pay $599 – section 02A)
Instructor: Julie DeSot, DM, PMP
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 142
Thu & Fri, Mar 26 & 27
9 am – 5 pm
Register by Mar 12 and pay only $559!
(after Mar 12 pay $599 – section 02M)
Instructor: Michael Van Dyke, PMP
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus
Fri & Sat, May 1 & 2
9 am – 5 pm
Register by Apr 17 and pay only $559!
(after Apr 17 pay $599 – section 02W)
Instructor: Julie DeSot, DM, PMP
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With limited resources and tight schedules,
businesses find that focusing on project
management discipline is a crucial success
factor for delivering projects on time, and
within budget, while meeting customer
requirements. Managing projects effectively
requires a structured approach to planning
and disciplined implementation and
reporting. This course reviews the standard
phases of a project life cycle and explains
project management terminology using the
best practices from the Project Management
Institute (PMI) applied by project managers
worldwide. The course includes effective
strategies to coordinate individual efforts to
produce results as a project team. Register
early and save $40!
Excellent presentation of the course material.
Very lively, not dry. Best PM course I have taken.
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Fundamentals of Project
Management with MS Project
With limited resources and tight schedules,
focusing on project management discipline is
a crucial success factor for delivering projects
on time, within budget, and in conformance
to customer requirements. As you review the
standard lifecycle of a project, you’ll learn
how tools such as MS Project can help you
develop a structured planning approach
and a disciplined follow-through. You’ll
initiate an actual team project and then, with
a brief introduction to MS Project, you’ll
use the major features of this software and
many other tools to help you plan, track and
manage the project effectively. Focus will be
on proven techniques and processes used
by PM professionals worldwide for projects
of all sizes. For more thorough MS Project
instruction see Comprehensive Introduction to
MS Project.
Instructor: Dr. Leigh Geiger, PMP
BUSC 1582 / 1.4 CEU / 14 PDU / $599
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Mon & Wed, Jan 26 – Feb 4
6 – 9:30 pm
»» 02N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Mon & Tue, Mar 16 & 17
9 am – 5 pm
Risk & Change Management
Change must be expected in today’s business
environment. Unmanaged change results in
chaos. Understanding how to handle changes
and risks, and how they are related, is both
an art and a science. A good project manager
needs the tools necessary to identify, quantify,
measure and report on all aspects of a project,
including these unknowns. This course
embraces not only the technical aspects of
risk and change, but also the human aspect.
Technical topics include risk identification
and assessment, risk response development
and control, configuration management, and
change control. Human factor topics include
acknowledging change, strategies to reduce
stress induced by change, and perception as a
factor in evaluating risk.
BUSC 1522 / 1.4 CEU / 14 PDU / $599
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 142
Thu & Fri, Feb 12 & 13
9 am – 5 pm
Instructor: Michael Van Dyke, PMP
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Project Management
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Mon & Wed, Feb 23 – Mar 4 6 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: Dr. Leigh Geiger, PMP
»» 02N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Mon & Tue, Apr 6 & 7
9 am – 5 pm
Instructor: Dr. Leigh Geiger, PMP
»» 01L Reston Center
Thu & Fri, Apr 30 & May 1
9 am – 5 pm
Instructor: Michael Van Dyke, PMP
Developing & Managing
a Dynamic Team
Corporations, organizations, and projects are
all forms of teams, and the effectiveness of the
“team” makes or breaks the business. Learn
how teams function, including individual
and group behavior, roles, and relationships.
Through lecture, discussion, and experiential
activities, you’ll become aware of the
individual’s responsibilities and seven team
behaviors that create a high-performing
team. In addition, strategies to create effective
virtual or “long distance” teams round out the
course content to meet the needs of today’s
cyber business relationships. You’ll create
an individual action plan to enhance your
current team performance.
Instructors: Michael Van Dyke, PMP &
Ihab Marcus, PMP
BUSC 1558 / 1.4 CEU / 14 PDU / $599
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Thu & Fri, Mar 12 & 13
9 am – 5 pm
»» 01L Reston Center
Thu & Fri, Apr 2 & 3
Defining & Measuring
Organizational Processes
Project managers need to maximize
performance and output from limited
resources. PMI’s global standard, the
PMBOK®, mentions “Organizational Process
Assets” more than 50 times as an input
or output of the 48 processes it identifies.
Project managers need to identify and
understand the interactions between project
processes, organizational processes, and
support processes. Learn techniques to
define repeatable processes, measure process
execution effectiveness (metrics), and the
need for continuous process improvement
(efficiency). Topics include Business Process
Identification; Business Process Mapping
(Process Charts) techniques and goals;
Process Relationships across the organization
and other projects; metric determination,
collection, and analysis; Continuous Process
Improvement techniques to ensure efficient
use of resources; and baseline determination
and control of processes.
Instructor: Julie DeSot, DM, PMP
BUSC 1556 / 0.7 CEU / 7 PDU / $329
»» 01L Reston Center
Fri, Mar 6
9 am – 5 pm
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 142
Fri, Apr 24
9 am – 5 pm
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Mon, May 11
9 am – 5 pm
9 am – 5 pm
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 142
Thu & Fri, Apr 16 & 17
9 am – 5 pm
It’s a New Year – It’s a New You!
Add a Credential to Your Resume.
NOVA offers a number of professional and industry
exams, making it easy and convenient to obtain a
credential after completing our preparatory classes.
See page 33 for more information on
NOVA’s testing services.
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Business & Management
Project Management
Project Management
Communications
Effective projects require planning, delivery
of goods and services, reporting results, and
evaluating outcomes. Gathering and sharing
information among project stakeholders,
particularly the core project team, is the
cornerstone of efficient project coordination.
You’ll examine communication requirements
and strategies specific to each phase of
the project life cycle including the project
management plan, the communication plan,
scope statements, performance appraisals,
contract administration, and project
performance reports. Through lecture,
discussion, case study and role-play, you’ll
review and practice communication skills to
enhance overall project management.
COMM 1919 / 0.7 CEU / 7 PDU / $329
»» 01L Reston Center
Fri, Feb 20
9 am – 5 pm
Instructor: Michael Van Dyke, PMP
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Mon & Wed, Mar 30 & Apr 1 6 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: Dr. Leigh Geiger, PMP
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 142
Fri, May 8
9 am – 5 pm
Instructor: Michael Van Dyke, PMP
Project Quality Management
The quality characteristics of products or
services must be clearly identified to meet
customer expectations and are essential to
successful project management. Quality
is meeting the customer’s expectations
within the allocated budget and schedule.
This course focuses on the basic principles
of quality management, quality assurance,
and quality control. Topics include: how
to identify, collect, document and measure
quality attributes; process improvement
tools and techniques; how audits, reviews,
and assessments identify corrective action
and improvement opportunities; quality
management plan contents, and how to
execute and report on quality assurance and
control activities. Also, the course covers
commercial models, such as ISO 9000, related
to enterprise quality management.
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 142
Sat, Feb 28
9 am – 5 pm
Instructor: Julie DeSot, DM, PMP
»» 02N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Mon, Mar 23
9 am – 5 pm
Instructor: Dr. Leigh Geiger, PMP
»» 01L Reston Center
Mon, Apr 13
9 am – 5 pm
Instructor: Julie DeSot, DM, PMP
Accelerated PMP &
CAPM Exam Prep
Prepare more rapidly and efficiently for the
exam with this intensive class which blends
classroom and online learning to provide all
of the tools and knowledge you need to earn
your PMP or CAPM certification. Through
guided instruction and in-class participation
you’ll understand, not memorize, all exam
concepts; then you’ll reinforce your learning
with engaging multimedia lectures, exercises,
unlimited simulated practice exams and
lots more in the corresponding online
course. You’ll earn ALL of the educational
credits required by PMI and receive help
in completing the exam application. You
should be ready to take the exam in just 2–4
weeks after completing the class using this
accelerated method; however, you’ll have 4
months of access to the online course if you
need it.
Req. Textbook: PMP Exam Prep, 8th Edition: Rita’s
Course in a Book for Passing the PMP Exam (If you
are planning to take the CAPM Exam, you may
prefer to substitute Rita Mulcahy’s CAPM Exam
Prep, 3rd Ed.)
PMP & CAPM Exam Preparation
This intensive, highly interactive course
provides all the educational requirements and
tools you’ll need to pass either of the Project
Management Institute’s (PMI) certification
exams – PMP or CAPM. The course focuses
on understanding – not memorizing – the key
concepts tested on the exam. You’ll identify
knowledge gaps and develop a personalized
plan for exam preparation. Learn insider
exam tips and apply them in simulated exams.
This is a very hands-on class designed to
help you remember what you learn through
active participation. You’ll receive assistance
in completing the exam application,
including documentation of experience, a
comprehensive student workbook, practice
exams, and a CD with helpful materials. This
updated course addresses all of the latest
requirements of the PMP and CAPM Exams,
based on PMBOK, 5th Ed. Bring a bag lunch
to class.
Req. Textbooks: A Guide to the Project Management
Body of Knowledge, 5th Ed. & Rita Mulcahy’s PMP®
Exam Prep, 8th Ed. (If you are planning to take the
CAPM Exam, you may prefer to substitute Rita
Mulcahy’s CAPM® Exam Prep, 3rd Ed.)
Instructor: Julie DeSot, DM, PMP
TEST 1927 / 3.6 CEU / 36 PDU / $1,499
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park
Sat, Mar 7 – Apr 11
(No class Apr 4)
9 am – 5 pm
»» 01L Loudoun Campus, Signal Hill
Sat, Apr 18 – May 16
9 am – 5 pm
TEST 1943 / 3.6 CEU / 36 PDU / $1,499
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CM 242
Sat, Jan 31 – Feb 28
9 am – 3 pm
(No class Feb 14)
Instructor: Dr. Leigh Geiger, PMP
Need PDUs?
If you’re currently working
toward PMP certification or
recertification, our project
management classes provide
PDUs. NOVA is a Category
B educational provider as
designated by the Project
Management Institute (PMI).
BUSC 1423 / 0.7 CEU / 7 PDU / $329
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Mon & Wed, Feb 9 & 11
6 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: Dr. Leigh Geiger, PMP
Enroll online at
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ONLINE
PMP & CAPM Exam Preparation
This is the online version of our popular
exam prep course. Listen to multimedia
lectures equivalent to those delivered in
the classroom and download a wealth of
extra study materials, including flashcards,
practice exercises, and study guides. View
a presentation on how to fill out the exam
application. You’ll also have access to
unlimited, timed practice exams, very similar
to the actual exam. When you complete each
test, you’ll get a thorough explanation of
the correct answers. You may access these
materials 24/7 for at least 3 months. This
course satisfies all educational credits needed
to take the latest version of the PMP or
CAPM exam based on PMBOK 5th Ed. For
more information, visit www.leighgeiger.com.
Req. Textbooks: Rita Mulcahy’s PMP® Exam Prep,
8th Ed. (If you are planning to take the CAPM
Exam, you may prefer to substitute Rita Mulcahy’s
CAPM® Exam Prep, 3rd Ed.) A Guide to the Project
Management Body of Knowledge, 5th Ed. will be
needed, but ways to obtain it will be discussed in
the lectures.
Project Management
Comprehensive Intro
to MS Project
Introduction to Agile
Project Management
MS Project is a powerful and popular tool for
managing schedules, tracking resources and
costs, and analyzing the results. You’ll learn
all the skills you need to create and manage
both small and large projects. You’ll work
through each phase of the life cycle from
defining the project, linking and scheduling
tasks and assigning resources, through
managing and closing. Then you’ll explore a
wide variety of views and reports including
Gantt and Network charts, calendars and todo lists, complex resource allocation analyses,
and statistical reports. We’ll use MS Project
2010 in class, but instruction and assistance
with differences in versions 2007 and 2013
will also be offered. Tuition includes an MS
Project Reference Guide and access to many
additional tutorials and learning aides.
This class provides the knowledge base for
executing Agile Project Management in
organizations of any size, with a focus on
providing guidelines and best practices and
aiding project teams in decisions regarding
what project management methodology to
use (traditional, Scrum, Kanban, etc.). Upon
successful completion of this course, you
will be able to describe the origins and core
principals, methods, tools, techniques, and
terminology of Agile project management,
understand the rationale for utilizing Agile
techniques, manage projects using the Scrum
or Kanban methodologies, and understand
the key success factors to becoming an Agile
organization.
ITEC 1640 / 1.4 CEU / 14 PDU / $599
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Wed & Thu, Apr 8 – 16
6 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: Dr. Leigh Geiger, PMP
Instructor: Dr. Leigh Geiger, PMP
TEST 1932 / 3.6 CEU / 36 PDU / $299
»» 01NOnline
Jan–Apr
»» 02NOnline
Feb–May
»» 03NOnline
Mar–June
Dr. Leigh
Geiger, PMP
»» 04NOnline
Apr – July
– Project Management Instructor –
»» 05NOnline
May–Aug
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With over 30 years of project
management experience, Leigh is able to
bring her classes to life with real-world
examples and practical advice. Leigh has
also enjoyed teaching for NOVA since the
early 1980’s. She has trained thousands
of professionals throughout her career
and is especially proud of her NOVA
students who have passed the PMP or
CAPM certification exams after taking
her classes. As one student remarked on
a course evaluation form, “Dr. Geiger
was an absolute pleasure. She shows a
mastery and enthusiasm for the course
material that made it easy to stay
engaged.”
Loudoun Campus | 703–450–2551
Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
BUSC 1441 / 1.4 CEU / 14 PDU / $599
»» 01L Reston Center
Thu & Fri, Mar 19 & 20
9 am – 5 pm
Instructor: Andrew Bennett, PMP
Information Technology
Project Management
Get an overview of project management with
a focus on the special needs of information
technology projects. Gain the skills to
successfully orchestrate people, resources, and
tasks in order to bring projects in on time,
on budget, and within scope. Along with
the fundamentals of project management,
you’ll examine IT project life cycles and
methodologies. Learn how to cope with the
unique circumstances of IT projects, such as
adaptive life cycles, rush-to-market needs,
technical constraints, uncertainty, and a wide
range of requirements. The class is fast paced,
incorporates lecture, group exercises, and
discussion, and is based on PMBOK® Guide
principles.
Instructor: Julie DeSot, DM, PMP
BUSC 1454 / 0.7 CEU / 7 PDU / $329
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Mon, Mar 30
9 am – 5 pm
»» 01L Reston Center
Mon, Apr 20
9 am – 5 pm
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
Business & Management
Government Contracting
Government Contracting
Contracting III:
Proposals & Costing of
Federal Contracts
CERTIFICATE
Federal Contract Management
ALEXANDRIA, LOUDOUN, MANASSAS, WOODBRIDGE
This program is designed for any business person thinking about or currently conducting
business with the federal government. It will provide you with basic background in the federal
contract process, governing regulations, the bid and proposal process, contract management,
and performance and contract closeout. This information is critical for any business involved in
federal contracting. Individual courses may be taken without pursuing the certificate program.
All courses are not offered every semester. For information, call 703-257-6631.
Required Courses:
Elective Courses (Choose two):
• Contracting I: Introduction
• The Federal Acquisition Regulation
• Contracting II: The Federal
Solicitation, Bid & Proposal Process
• Federal Market Business Development
• Writing a Contract Proposal
• Contracting III: Proposals &
Costing of Federal Contracts
• Statements of Work
• Subcontract Management
• Contracting IV: Contract
Performance & Management
• COR Refresher and
Ethics for Contractors
Discover how Federal agencies post,
evaluate and award contracts to private
businesses, beginning with an overview of
the contracting process. You will also explore
basic regulations and laws, types of contracts,
proposals and cost schedules and the
submission and evaluation process.
BUSC 1835 / 1.2 CEU / $299
»» 01A Alexandria Campus, AA 254
Mon & Wed, Feb 2 – 11
3 – 6 pm
Instructor: Paul Warring
Opt. Textbook: Federal Contracting
Made Easy
»» 01L Reston Center
Tue & Thu, Feb 17 & 19 10 am – 4:30 pm
Instructor: Paul Warring
Opt. Textbook: Federal Contracting Made
Easy
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus, WC 306
Sat, Apr 18 & 25
8:30 am – 3 pm
Instructor: Ken Morilak, NCMA Certified
Federal Contracts Manager
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus, WC 306
Sat, Jan 24 & 31
8:30 am – 3 pm
Instructor: Ken Morilak, NCMA Certified
»» 01A Alexandria Campus, AA 254
Mon & Wed, Mar 16 – 25
Instructor: Paul Warring
3 – 6 pm
Contracting IV:
Contract Performance &
Management
Contracting II:
The Federal Solicitation,
Bid & Proposal Process
Continue with the federal procurement
process, which includes an introduction to
the government Statement of Work (SOW)
and the Request for Proposal (RFP). We
will explore how documents are posted for
solicitation. Discussions also include the bid
and proposal process, including the three
main government purchasing processes.
BUSC 1836 / 1.2 CEU / $299
»» 01A Alexandria Campus, AA 254
Mon & Wed, Feb 16 – Mar 4
Instructor: Paul Warring
BUSC 1837 / 1.2 CEU / $299
»» 01L Reston Center
Tue & Thu, Mar 31 & Apr 2
10 am – 4:30 pm
Instructor: Paul Warring
• Contracting V: Contract Closeout
Contracting I: Introduction
Build on your knowledge to obtain a practical
application of a brief proposal development
and project cost based on an RFP posted
on the Government Point of Entry
(FedBizOpps). We’ll examine the proposal
preparation process and learn how projects
are priced.
3 – 6 pm
»» 01L Reston Center
Tue & Thu, Mar 10 & 12 10 am – 4:30 pm
Instructor: Paul Warring
Explore the basics of contract administration
and performance, with a practical review,
including the kick off meeting, planning,
deliverables, modifications, terminations and
disputes, and invoicing the government for
payment.
BUSC 1886 / 1.2 CEU / $299
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus, WC 306
Sat, Feb 7 &14
8:30 am – 3 pm
Instructor: Ken Morilak, NCMA Certified
»» 01A Alexandria Campus, AA 254
Mon & Wed, Mar 30 – Apr 8
Instructor: Paul Warring
3 – 6 pm
»» 01L Reston Center
Tue &Thu, Apr 14 & 16 10 am – 4:30 pm
Instructor: Paul Warring
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus, WC 306
Sat, May 2 & 9
8:30 am – 3 pm
Instructor: Ken Morilak, NCMA Certified
Enroll online at
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
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Business & Management
Contracting V:
Contract Closeout
Examine the delivery of final contract
deliverables and products, resolve final
contract issues, and final invoices and
payments. Learn about the contractor
performance rating process and how it affects
the contractor.
BUSC 1887 / 1.2 CEU / $299
Government Contracting
COR Refresher
Ethics for Contractors
Review the functions and responsibilities of a
Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR).
This course is not a substitute for the Defense
Acquisition University’s CON level courses.
Ethics will provide a short review of ethical
and Procurement Integrity issues that
contractors and government personnel face
in award and performance of contracts. Also
included will be a short summary of conflicts
of interest issues and the differences between
government and contractor employees.
BUSC 1479 / 0.6 CEU / $149
»» 01L Reston Center
Thu, Apr 23
10 am – 4:30 pm
Instructor: Paul Warring
»» 01L Reston Center
Thu, Apr 30
10 am – 4:30 pm
Instructor: Paul Warring
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus, WC 306
Sat, Feb 21 & 28
8:30 am – 3 pm
Instructor: Ken Morilak, NCMA Certified
»» 01A Alexandria Campus, AA 254
Mon & Wed, Apr 20–29
Instructor: Paul Warring
3 – 6 pm
BUSC 1478 / 0.6 CEU / $149
CERTIFICATE
»» 01L Reston Center
Tue & Thu, May 5 &7
10 am – 4:30 pm
Instructor: Paul Warring
Proposal Management
The Federal Acquisition
Regulation
This program is designed to help you prepare to participate in the proposal process at a
business and as an introduction to some of the areas of knowledge included on the APMP
Foundation level certification exam. Topics covered will be the relationships between
processes, deliverables, roles and the management dimensions of a proposal lifecycle as
described in published best practice reference works, the tools available to assist with
process management, planning and production, industry terminology within the proposal
environment as described in the APMP Glossary of Terms, specific process stages as
described in the published best practice reference works, proposal document reviews and
techniques, internal organization analysis processes and procedures, external customer
assessment processes and procedures, and pricing/cost analysis. Ken Morilak is certified by
the National Contract Management Association as a Certified Federal Contracts Manager.
Become familiar with the more commonly
used parts of the FAR, including: publicizing
and competition requirements, acquisition
planning, commercial items, the commonly
used purchasing procedures, and contract
types and terminations.
BUSC 1889 / 1.2 CEU / $299
»» 01L Reston Center
Wed & Thu, Jan 21 & 22 10 am – 4:30 pm
»» 01A Alexandria Campus, AA 254
Mon & Wed, June 1 & 3 10 am – 4:30 pm
Instructor: Paul Warring
WOODBRIDGE
Required Courses:
• Federal Market Business Development
• Writing a Contract Proposal
• Pricing a Contract Proposal
Statements of Work
Enhance your knowledge with an overview
of this starting point for every federal
contract, including the importance of the
SOW, the types and general format of SOW’s
and the common problems encountered
when writing required documents. Solidify
your understanding of the types and uses of
statements of work and how they are written.
Samples will be given to follow and discuss.
BUSC 1559 / 1.2 CEU / $299
»» 01A Alexandria Campus, AA 254
Tue & Thu, May 26 – June 4
Instructor: Paul Warring
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3 – 6 pm
Alexandria Campus | 703–845–6280
Annandale Campus | 703–323–3168
Federal Market Business
Development
Increase your understanding of the
basic requirements and resources to find
opportunities within the federal government
marketplace. Discover tips, tools, and
activities related to capture management
valuation concepts such as bid strategies,
pricing, teaming, and proposal strategies.
Bring a bag lunch.
BUSC 1888 / 1.2 CEU / $299
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus, WC 306
Sat, Mar 7 & 14
8:30 am – 3pm
Instructor: Ken Morilak, NCMA Certified
Federal Contracts Manager
Loudoun Campus | 703–450–2551
Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
Pricing a Contract Proposal
Discover or increase your familiarity with
how the Business Proposal is developed as
well as how the cost and price for a proposal
are determined. Our focus will be on the
delineation of Direct versus Indirect costs
within a Business Proposal.
BUSC 1482 / 1.2 CEU / $299
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus, WC 306
Sat, Mar 21 & 28
8:30 am – 3 pm
Instructor: Ken Morilak, NCMA Certified
Federal Contracts Manager
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
Business & Management
Leadership & Management
NEW
NEW
Legal Considerations
of Contracting
Using SAM and FedBizOpps
for Government Contracting
This course introduces the basic principles
and sources of law relevant to procurement,
including fiscal law. It also addresses other
legal issues that may arise during the course
of a contract such as protests, disputes,
property rights, fraud, performance issues,
and contract termination.
This course will introduce you to the uses of
SAM and the contractor registration system,
along with use of the Excluded Parties
List Systems (EPLS). You’ll gain hands-on
experience with the workings of FedBizOpps,
including using the system as a contracting
opportunity tool and marketing source for
contractors.
BUSC 1490 / 1.0 CEU / $249
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 142
Thu, Jan 15 – Feb 5
6 – 8:30 pm
Instructor: Paul Holbert
Paul Holbert – Workforce Instructor –
has served as a government contract
officer/manager and budget specialist
for over 12 years and is certified as a
level III Contract Officer Representative.
Paul also teaches courses in the NOVA
Contract Management (credit) degree
program.
BUSC 1491 / .75 CEU / $189
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 142
Tue, Mar 10 – 24
6 – 8:30 pm
Instructor: Paul Holbert
Leadership & Management
What Management Is,
What Managers Do
CERTIFICATE
Management Practices
LOUDOUN
The Certificate in Management Practices provides a firm foundation in management with
an emphasis on practical and applicable skills and techniques. The program is designed for
those starting out in management positions or those wishing to take on a more supervisory
role in their career. The required courses are based on the essential management functions
– Planning, Organizing, Staffing, Leading and Controlling – as well as their relationship to
one another. Elective courses will provide additional critical knowledge and skills necessary
to perform effectively in a management position.
To earn this certificate, you must complete six required courses and 24 hours (2.4 CEU) of
elective courses.
Note: For students who began the Certificate in Management Practices prior to spring 2014,
completed coursework will qualify towards the revised certificate program. Please call the
Loudoun Campus Workforce Development Office at 703-450-2551 for more information.
Required Courses:
Elective Courses:
• What Management Is,
What Managers Do
• Fundamentals of Project
Management (see page 5)
• Fundamentals of Planning
• Strategic Planning for New Managers
• Essential Managerial Skills for
Human Resource Management
• Positioning Diversity for Greater
Employee Performance
• Successful Delegation
• Leading for Maximum Results!
• Teamwork in Today’s
Work Environment
• Exercising Managerial Control
• Successful Time Management –
How to Stay in Control
Organizations are the means by which people
get things done. People can accomplish more
working together than they can achieve alone,
but to combine and coordinate the efforts of
the members of the organization, the process
of management is required. Learn why
management is needed in all organizations and
the different levels of management. Explore
what managers do, the definitions of essential
management functions – planning, organizing,
staffing, leading and controlling – and the basic
skills required for effective management.
BUSC 1697 / 0.35 CEU / $135
»» 01L Loudoun Campus
Sat, Feb 7
9 am – 12:30 pm
Instructor: Sally Silberman
Fundamentals of Planning
To be effective, supervisors must perform
the planning function – both routine and
detailed – as an ongoing part of their jobs.
Learn the important reasons for planning; the
steps involved in planning and how to create
effective objectives; how planning differs at
the top, middle and supervisory levels of an
organization; and, differentiate the various
kinds of stand and single-use plans.
BUSC 1460 / 0.35 CEU / $135
»» 01L Loudoun Campus
Sat, Feb 7
Instructor: Sally Silberman
Enroll online at
1:30 – 5 pm
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
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Business & Management
Leadership & Management
Successful Delegation
Exercising Managerial Control
NEW
Delegating effectively is a critical skill (that
falls under the organizing function) that
a manager or team lead should master for
success on the job. It reduces a manager’s
workload and develops employees’ skills,
knowledge, job satisfaction and commitment
to the organization if handled correctly.
Mastering delegation is also a key skill
for those who want to advance to higher
levels of management opportunity within
an organization. Learn how to identify
why managers fail to delegate; examine
the concepts of responsibility, authority,
and accountability; learn and apply the
four major steps in the delegation process;
examine the common mistakes made
during the delegation process; decide what
to delegate and how to do it successfully;
match delegated tasks with abilities and avoid
reverse delegation; recognize the types of
responsibilities that can’t be delegated; and
learn how to monitor progress without over
managing.
The management functions of planning and
controlling are closely related. Planning “sets
the ship’s course,” and controlling “keeps it
on course.” The supervisor sets the goals and
seeks information on whether they are being
reached as planned. In this course, topics
include: the definition of managerial control
and how it directly relates to planning; the
characteristics of effective control systems and
the three types of control systems; the four
steps of the control process, different types of
standards, and when to use management by
exception.
Strategic Planning for
New Managers
BUSC 1698 / 0.6 CEU / $265
»» 01L Loudoun Campus
Sat, Feb. 28
9 am – 3:30 pm
Instructor: Sally Silberman
Leading for Maximum Results!
The role of the leader is changing. This course
increases awareness and builds leadership
competencies so you can lead and manage
others to produce maximum results. The
class is highly interactive with experiential
activities that include skill practices
using real-life workplace case studies and
facilitated group discussions. Topics include
communication, motivation, performance
management, conflict management,
and managing change. You’ll complete a
self-assessment to understand how your
leadership, personality, and communication
styles impact the workplace performance of
others.
BUSC 1461 / 0.35 CEU / $135
»» 01L Loudoun Campus
Sat, Apr 11
9 am – 12:30 pm
Instructor: Sally Silberman
Essential Managerial Skills for
Human Resource Management
Employees are an organizations most valuable
resource. Supervisors are responsible for
effectively addressing various issues affecting
their employees. This course will address the
essential skills supervisors need to address
employee performance and personnel actions.
BUSC 1406 / 0.6 CEU / $265
»» 01L Loudoun Campus
Sat, Mar 14
Instructor: Janet Ford
9 am –3:30 pm
Registration is
continuous throughout
the spring semester.
Enroll today!
BUSC 1486 / 0.6 CEU / $265
»» 01L Loudoun Campus
Sat, Mar 28
Instructor: Paco Valencia
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Improve your knowledge of strategic planning
to understand what senior management is
thinking and why—and increase your value
to your organization! This course provides
an overview of the strategic planning
process for new managers in order to
understand the impact of strategy on a front
line manager’s work and an organization’s
success. Gain a perspective and vocabulary
for strategic planning to help you actively and
constructively support your firm’s strategic
direction.
BUSC 1462 / 0.6 CEU / $265
»» 01L Loudoun Campus
Sat, May 9
Instructor: Paco Valencia
9 am – 4 pm
Positioning Diversity for
Greater Employee Performance
Valuing diversity and building an inclusive
workplace are critical to the success of
today’s multicultural organization. Well
managed, diverse teams are outperforming
homogeneous teams and they are more
creative and effective. Leaders today must
be aware not just of employee skills and
behaviors, but also must understand
employees’ values and beliefs and how these
affect the organization. Most companies have
identified basic core values and business
plans that help lay a foundation for building
a successful diversity effort. This experiential
course explores the essential skills required to
go beyond awareness and identifies tools and
methods to maximize diverse teams. Topics
include cross-cultural competency, critical
thinking, conflict management, and problem
solving. In addition, learn how to actively
address issues of prejudice, discrimination,
and biased behaviors that impact employee
relations.
BUSC 1870 / 0.6 CEU / $265
»» 01L Loudoun Campus
Sat, May 23
Instructor: Paco Valencia
9 am – 4 pm
Alexandria Campus | 703–845–6280
Annandale Campus | 703–323–3168
Loudoun Campus | 703–450–2551
Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
9 am – 4 pm
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
Business & Management
Nonprofit Management
Teamwork in Today’s
Work Environment
Nonprofit Management
In today’s virtual work environment, the
definition of team has taken on a whole
new meaning. Employees are now required
to work with colleagues not only within
their office, but across the globe. Face-toface meetings are now conducted via video
conferencing with co-workers regardless
of their location. So, how can employees
overcome some of the challenges of trying to
work together whether they are located in the
same office or miles apart? What are some
of the barriers that prevent team members
from being a cohesive group? In this class,
you’ll learn seven components of a wellrounded and successful team and how those
components can be used to create effective
synergy among team members regardless of
their location.
BUSC 1787 / 0.35 CEU / $135
»» 01L Loudoun Campus
Sat, Apr 18
Instructor: Janet Ford
CERTIFICATE
Nonprofit Leadership & Administration
ANNANDALE, LOUDOUN
In the DC area, nearly 15% of the workforce is employed at nonprofit organizations. Working
for a nonprofit organization can be fulfilling for those interested in the arts, community,
philanthropy, and other important causes, but special knowledge and skills are required. This
certificate program will build and enhance your skills for success in the nonprofit sector.
You must complete three required courses and any two elective courses to receive the overall
certificate. Individual courses may be taken without pursuing the overall certificate.
Required Courses:
Elective Courses (Choose two):
• Fundamentals of Nonprofit
Organizations
• How to Start a Nonprofit Organization
• Event Planning
• The Art of Grantwriting
• How to Create a Business
Plan that Works
• Successful Fundraising
• Strategic Planning for Success
9 am – 12:30 pm
• The 3 R’s of Volunteers: Recruitment,
Retention & Recognition
NEW
Successful Time Management –
How to Stay in Control
Are you stressed or find yourself
overwhelmed by projects, performance issues
and deadlines? Do feel like work keeps piling
up and you can’t seem to see the forest for
all the trees? Believe it or not, learning to
manage your time can actually minimize
stress and improve your quality of work and
personal life. This course will address various
suggestions for effectively managing your
time and alleviating stress.
BUSC 1758 / 0.35 CEU / $135
»» 01L Loudoun Campus
Sat, May 30
Instructor: Janet Ford
9 am – 12:30 pm
Fundamentals of Project
Management courses
are listed on page 5.
The Art of Grantwriting
Writing winning grants is a highly soughtafter skill in today’s world. All of us have
dreams and passions, both in our professional
lives and as members of our communities.
And, how many times have you wanted to
act on that dream, passion or inspiration, but
thought: “I could do that; if only I had the
money….”? This workshop teaches you how
to get the necessary funding to carry out your
inspiration. You’ll learn the 7 basic parts of a
proposal and how to write them; 10 strategies
to make your proposal stand out; and 6
common reasons grantmakers decline to fund
a proposal.
COMM 1993 / 0.6 CEU / $179
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CN 104
Thu, Jan 22 & 29
Instructor: Lynn O’Connell
6 – 9 pm
Fundamentals of Nonprofit
Organizations
Develop the skills and strategies you need
to become an integral part of this growing
service sector in America. You’ll gain an
understanding of the unique characteristics
of nonprofit organizations while mastering
core knowledge about the nonprofit field.
You’ll be introduced to key trends and issues
of the sector, while investigating the purpose
and scope of the nonprofit world both in the
United States and internationally. Overall, the
course is designed to build your awareness
of the role and importance of the nonprofit
sector, and the potential for employment
within the sector.
BUSC 1778 / 0.3 CEU / $95
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CN 104
Thu, Feb 5
Instructor: Lynn O’Connell
Enroll online at
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
6 – 9 pm
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Business & Management
Event Planning
A nonprofit fundraising event can truly be
fun to plan and organize, particularly when
it pays off in real dividends to your charity,
PTA, church, or other nonprofit. The key is to
plan carefully. This workshop will give you an
overview of do’s and don’ts for running your
successful event. Discuss event types (including
silent auctions), budgets, vendors, sponsorship,
entertainment, volunteer management, event
follow-up, and more! Learn the 10 landmines
and opportunities that are critical for success –
regardless of the event type – and receive event
checklists for the top 5 events.
BUSC 1735 / 0.3 CEU / $95
»» 01L Loudoun Campus
Sat, Feb 14
10 am – 1 pm
Instructor: Lynn O’Connell
Nonprofit Management
How to Create a Business
Plan that Works
Are you starting an organization, or hoping to
expand or improve a current one? A business
plan is an organizational tool that sets
objectives and lays out a plan to achieve them.
Learn how to research and write the business
plan you’ll need to lead you toward success.
Get details on the type of advance research
you should do, what sort of things should
be included and the steps to use to create a
usable and feasible business plan.
BUSC 1894 / 0.3 CEU / $95
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CN 204
Mon, Mar 23
Instructor: Lynn O’Connell
6 – 9 pm
The 3 R’s of Volunteers:
Recruitment, Retention &
Recognition
The value of volunteers to a nonprofit
becomes even more important in the tough
economic times of today. According to the
Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are nearly
62 million volunteers in America. The
Independent Sector values each volunteer
hour given at more than $20 an hour. Learn
how to use volunteers more effectively, and
make the volunteer experience stand out.
Discover easy steps you can implement right
away to build numbers and commitment
among your volunteer pool, whether your
organization is just starting out or you already
have a strong team of volunteers.
BUSC 1410 / 0.3 CEU / $95
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CN 109
Thu, Mar 19
Instructor: Lynn O’Connell
Successful Fundraising
You have a great program; now, all you
need is funding. Does this sound like your
organization? Funding is a critical component
of all nonprofit organizations. Get an
overview of various effective fundraising
techniques – grants, special events, personal
solicitation, mailings, planned giving and
web-based fundraising.
6 – 9 pm
BUSC 1409 / 0.3 CEU / $95
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CN 104
Thu, Mar 5
Instructor: Lynn O’Connell
6 – 9 pm
All courses may be
taken individually
or as part of a
certificate program
where applicable.
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Alexandria Campus | 703–845–6280
Annandale Campus | 703–323–3168
Loudoun Campus | 703–450–2551
Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
Business & Management
Human Resources
Human Resources
Human Resource Law
CERTIFICATE
Human Resource Management
ANNANDALE, MANASSAS
NOVA, in cooperation with the Northern Virginia Chapter of the Society for Human
Resource Management, offers you the opportunity to obtain a certificate in Human Resource
Management. This 123-hour certificate program provides a general overview of the dynamic
and growing field of HR management. Core courses address human resource fundamentals,
and provide practical techniques that can immediately be applied to the work setting. Elective
courses give you the opportunity to focus on specialized areas, enhance particular skills, and
explore emerging trends in the HR management field.
To obtain the HR Management Certificate you must complete the eight required courses,
plus two or more elective courses (totaling a minimum of 21 hours/2.1 CEU). Each course
in the program meets for 12 hours (1.2 CEU) unless otherwise specified in the list below.
Completion normally takes one to two years. All courses listed below are not offered every
semester. Certificates are awarded for each individual course completed. In order to earn
individual course certificates and the overall program certificate, you must attend at least 90%
of the scheduled class hours for each course as well as complete all requirements set by the
instructor. Individual courses may be taken without pursuing the overall program certificate.
Required Courses:
Elective Courses:
• Principles of Human
Resource Management
(Subject to change – 21 hrs/2.1 CEU req.)
• Human Resource Law
• HR Compliance & Recordkeeping
• Introduction to Employee Benefits
• Ethics in Human Resources
• Intro to Compensation
• Practical Skills in Employee Relations
• Successful Recruiting, Selection
& Placement (15 hrs)
• Real-World Skills in Human
Resources (9 hrs)
• Performance Management
• Navigating a Successful Career in HR
• Training & Employee
Development (15 hrs)
• How to Find a Job in Human
Resources (9 hrs)
• HR’s Role in Organizational
Development & Change Management
• Readings in Human Resources (9 hrs)
Principles of Human
Resource Management
Get an introduction to the human resource
management function and its related elements
and activities. Learn about its evolution, the
modern-day importance of HRM and the new
“corporate view” of the function. You’ll be
exposed to practical situations and problem
solving in relation to employee counseling,
discipline and termination. Equal Employment
Opportunity will be discussed to provide an
understanding of its need, importance and
• Measuring HR Effectiveness
the legal issues surrounding it. Other critical
areas to be explored include training and
development, staffing and strategy.
Req. Textbook: Human Resource Management,
14th Ed.
BUSC 1863 / 1.2 CEU / $275
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CN 219
Sat, Jan 24 & 31
9 am – 4 pm
Instructor: Gloria Bonds, MS
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 133
Thu, Feb 5 – 26
6:30 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: Shelli Jarvis, JD, SPHR
How do performance evaluations, workplace
conflicts, pay and promotion practices and
even job interviews end up sparking lawsuits?
Even unfounded legal claims distract from
organizational goals. This course introduces
legal standards central to the HR function,
along with essential practices and policies to
minimize risk. Explore racial, religious, gender
and disability discrimination, harassment,
leave policies, recordkeeping, required
accommodations, workplace investigations,
retaliation claims, termination procedures,
DOL and EEOC, and OSHA enforcement
mechanisms. Become proficient at legal issue
spotting and discuss possible interventions and
practical solutions. Evolving legal standards
and social media, sexual identity and privacy
rights will also be discussed.
Opt. Textbook: Human Resource Management,
14th Ed.
LAWS 1920 / 1.2 CEU / $275
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CS 104
Tue, Feb 3 – 24
7 – 10 pm
Instructor: Joanne Hardison, JD
Introduction to
Employee Benefits
Learn about the most common types of
discretionary benefits, and how they are
selected and administered. Explore legal
requirements, administrative problems and
available options, as well as governmentmandated plans such as workers’
compensation and Social Security. Examine
important policy issues on sick leave,
vacation, jury duty and leaves of absence, and
learn how they are related to organizational
culture and policy. Also explore worklife option programs that address a range
of monetary and nonmonetary options
beyond salary compensation and benefits.
Prerequisite: Principles of HR Management.
Req. Textbook: Human Resource Management,
14th Ed.
BUSC 1864 / 1.2 CEU / $275
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CN 219
Sat, Feb 28 & Mar 7
9 am – 4 pm
Instructor: Gloria Bonds, MS
Enroll online at
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
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Business & Management
Introduction to Compensation
You’ll receive an overview of a total
compensation system and the resources
and techniques needed to create one. Topics
covered include job descriptions, FLSA
classification, job analysis and evaluation,
defining salary structures, using salary
surveys, computing market rates, establishing
salary ranges, analyzing employee salary
levels, and the use of incentives and other
benefits. We’ll also discuss ensuring fairness
in the compensation system and the role of
compensation in retention.
Req. Textbook: Human Resource Management,
14th Ed.
BUSC 1865 / 1.2 CEU / $275
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CN 219
Wed, Feb 18 – Mar 18
7 – 10 pm
(No class Mar 11)
Instructor: H. Varner Story, MA, SPHR
Successful Recruiting,
Selection & Placement
Get an overview of effective employee
recruitment and selection. You’ll learn
how to develop a recruiting strategy, write
job descriptions, determine advertising
sources, assess applicants, develop interview
questions, comply with legal requirements,
make the selection, and evaluate the process.
Three additional hours have been added to
expand your training in the area of effective
interviewing.
Req. Textbook: Human Resource Management,
14th Ed.
BUSC 1866 / 1.5 CEU / $339
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 134
Thu, Mar 5 – Apr 2
6:30 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: Shelli Jarvis, JD, SPHR
Performance Management
Get an overview of performance
management, including its definition, benefits
and application in most organizations. Learn
how to implement a successful program or
partner with line managers to enhance the
process. Discover how to develop effective
performance-management systems that
involve goal setting, coaching and feedback,
measuring performance against goals,
performance appraisals, and employee
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Human Resources
development. Explore practical and proven
concepts, models, approaches, tools and
techniques to help determine whether
training is the appropriate intervention for
your organization’s needs. Identify specific
training needs and a process for establishing
the necessary support and commitment
to make training successful. Learn how to
interpret and utilize the results of a systems
approach to performance analysis and needs
assessment.
Req. Textbook: Human Resource Management,
14th Ed.
BUSC 1868 / 1.2 CEU / $275
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CN 219
Sat, Feb 7 & 21
9 am – 4 pm
Instructor: Gloria Bonds, MS
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 142
Tue, Apr 7 – 28
6:30 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: Sandra Hardeman, MS, PHR
HR’s Role in Organizational
Development & Change
Management
What is the HR professional’s role in
organizational development and change
management? You’ll review classic and
modern OD theories to gain functional
knowledge and better understand how it can
be used in organizations. Also, you’ll learn
how to utilize an assortment of OD tools on
a practical level while building partnerships
throughout an organization. Establishing
partnerships is a critical feature of change
management. As a capstone, you’ll use course
concepts to develop a comprehensive action
plan to resolve specific issues in a work
environment. The course includes lectures,
group discussion, student presentations,
and small group activities. Prerequisite:
Completion of at least four other courses in
the HR Management Certificate Program.
BUSC 1867 / 1.2 CEU / $275
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CN 219
Wed, Apr 8 – May 6
7 – 10 pm
(No class Apr 29)
Instructor: H. Varner Story, MA, SPHR
Loudoun Campus | 703–450–2551
Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
Practical Skills in
Employee Relations
Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your
employee relations skills in four specific areas:
developing and updating clear personnel
policies and procedures that are reflected
in an employee handbook; developing a
formal employee exit interview process to
ensure a smooth transition for departing
employees and understanding the reasons for
turnover, and limiting staff turnover through
the creation of a formal employee retention
program. Additionally, the performance
warning and termination process will be
covered. You’ll learn the latest best practices
for each initiative. This class is overflowing
with great ideas, proven strategies, and
interesting training techniques.
BUSC 1773 / 1.2 CEU / $275
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CN 219
Mon, Feb 23 – Mar 23
7 – 10 pm
(No class Mar 9)
Instructor: Bruce Robertson, MS, SPHR
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 142
Sat, May 16 & 23
9 am – 4 pm
Instructor: Sandra Hardeman, MS, PHR
HR Compliance &
Recordkeeping
It is critical to ensure that managers and
supervisors understand how to be certain that
day-to-day decisions do not violate the law or
ethical standards. At least one federal court
has held that “leaving managers with hiring
authority in ignorance of the basic features
of the laws is an extraordinary mistake for a
company to make.” To mitigate civil penalties
and criminal liability, employers must have
standards and procedures in place to prevent
and detect wrongdoing, including mandatory
training for managers and supervisors.
BUSC 1873 / 1.2 CEU / $275
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CN 219
Sat, May 9 & 16
9 am – 4 pm
Instructor: Gloria Bonds, MS
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Business & Management
Marketing & Communications
Marketing & Communications
Blogging – Develop Your
Small Business Voice
Branding – Leverage Networks
for Brand Exposure
Discover the power of blogging. Learn about
blogging techniques, development, and
maintenance as well as industry standards in
the blogosphere. Create your own Tumblr and
learn how to link it to other social media sites.
This course is very helpful for businesses that
use WordPress® or other website platforms
that are blog friendly. You’ll also discover
blogging tools, the importance of forums,
keywords, hyperlinking, links, and the
difference between quality and quantity. Bring
a UBS stick with your corporate content and
laptop if desired.
How does your brand resonate with
consumers? Discover how you can improve
your image and expose your brand to
more potential consumers. This will be
accomplished through leveraging your
networks. Bring a UBS stick with your
corporate content and laptop if desired.
COMM 1831 / 0.5 CEU / $99
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 143
Tue & Thu, Jan 27 & 29
7 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: Hans Pedersen
BUSC 1430 / 0.5 CEU / $99
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 143
Sat, Jan 31
9 am – 3 pm
Instructor: Hans Pedersen
NEW
Culture & Communication
in Teamwork
Get ready to harness the power of Facebook,
Twitter, LinkedIn, and Google+ and be
found by more potential customers, develop
meaningful relationships, and provide
thought leadership for your company. This
hands-on course will take you from set up
through implementation of best practices
and “how to’s” for using Facebook, Twitter
and LinkedIn for your business. Working in a
computer lab, your instructor will guide you
as you create branded company pages, set up
detailed profiles, and tell your individual story
in a cohesive and consistent way. Laptops
welcome.
With the growth of a culturally diverse
workforce, good communication skills are
primary in establishing, cultivating, and
maintaining strong working relationships.
The question becomes how can teams work
together effectively, while being attentive to
cultural diversity, and still create the team
structure required for success. The purpose
of cross-cultural training is to develop
awareness between people where a common
cultural framework does not exist. The good
news is that people from culturally diverse
backgrounds will bring fresh ideas and new
approaches to problem solving. The overall
goal of this session is for you to be able to
develop receptivity to cross-cultural learning,
recognize key differences and similarities
between yourself and others, and develop
behaviors that maximize cross-cultural
effectiveness in teamwork.
BUSC 1413 / 0.6 CEU / $119
COMM 1836 / 0.6 CEU / $135
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 143
Tue & Thu, Jan 20 & 22
6:30 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: Hans Pedersen
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CN 219
Sat, Apr 18
9 am – 4 pm
Instructor: Ilse van Goth, MA
Social Media: Facebook,
Twitter & LinkedIn for
Business – Beginner
Ilse van Goth
– Communications Instructor –
Ilse van Goth has over 25 years of
experience as an expert in cross-cultural
communication and its challenges in
a global environment. She has worked
in international leadership positions
for organizations such as the Goethe
Cultural Institute in Germany, as
well as US Department of Defense
(DOD) Dependent Schools in Europe,
universities, middle and high school
institutions, and private companies.
Ilse is internationally known as an
effective communicator, using her
cross-cultural communication skills to
form partnerships with leaders at every
organizational level. Her satisfied clients
occupy the African, Asian, European, and
North and South American continents.
Born and raised in Germany, Ilse received
her master’s degree in German literature
and language from the University of
Maryland, and continued her doctoral
studies in the same field. Ilse is a
Certified Master Trainer and is fluent in
German.
Our website is updated
frequently.
Please check it for the latest
course information.
www.nvcc.edu/
workforce
Enroll online at
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Business & Management
Marketing & Communications
Getting Good at Grammar
NEW
Writing as a Business Tool
In this online society of acronyms and
abbreviations for chatting, instant messaging,
texting and tweeting, many have forgotten
that they still need to “look” their best in
print. Nothing makes you appear more
incompetent/unintelligent than writing with
misspelled words, bad grammar and little
to no or incorrect punctuation. Many times
your writing may be the first (and/or only)
impression another person or group will
have of you as a professional. It’s imperative
that you look just as good in print as you do
in person. Getting Good at Grammar is an
excellent start toward putting your best foot
forward! Prerequisites: Familiarity with the
internet, ability to use a mouse, locate, open,
and save files in a Windows environment, and
work with multiple browser windows quickly
and efficiently.
Coping with Conflict
Every business communication you send
impacts your image and that of your
organization. Refresh your understanding
of basic punctuation and grammar. Learn
techniques to enable you to more easily and
efficiently compose business correspondence
while enhancing the clarity and effectiveness
of your letters, short reports, memos, e-mails,
and other business communications.
COMM 1811 / 1.2 CEU / $229
Have your previous efforts to resolve conflict
yielded the results you desired? Through
practical examples and realistic scenarios,
you’ll learn to diagnose the cause of conflict
and how to use proven techniques to resolve
differences, reduce the potential for continued
conflict and build more positive relationships
both professionally and personally. It
all begins with understanding yourself.
Discover your conflict intelligence level,
communication style and conflict resolution
preference, as well as learning to identify and
cope with different types of difficult behavior.
COMM 1913 / 1.2 CEU / $229
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus, WC 109
Sat & Sun, Apr 25 & 26
10 am – 5 pm
Instructor: Frank Milligan
Req. Textbook: Dealing with Conflict Instrument
BUSC 1639 / 1.2 CEU / $229
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CS 242
Tue, May 5 – 26
7 – 10 pm
Instructor: Ilene Danforth, MS
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Sat, Apr 11 – 25
10 am – 2 pm
Instructor: Faydra Fields
Does your class have
a required textbook?
Order your books
online:
nvcc.bncollege.com
NEW COURSES.
Business & Management
IT & Computer Skills
Healthcare & Dental
Legal Considerations of Contracting 11
Using SAM and FedBizOpps for
Government Contracting
11
Strategic Planning for New Managers 12
Successful Time Management –
How to Stay in Control
13
Culture & Communication in
Teamwork17
Coping with Conflict
18
Facebook, Twitter & Google+ for
Absolute Beginners
35
Excel Formulas for Beginners
36
How to Analyze Technology Needs 41
ITIL® Foundation
41
ScrumMaster Workshop
41
iOS App Development
48
Getting Started in the Cloud
56
Inkscape for Graphic &
Web Designers
56
Introduction to PHP
Web Development
56
Photoshop – Level IV
57
Websites with WordPress® Boot Camp 60
Adobe After Effects – Level II
66
Apple Motion
66
Medical Administrative Assistant
76
Medical Billing & Coding Specialist 76
Careers
Certified Admin Professional (CAP)
Exam Prep Review Boot Camp
28
Careers in Defense & Intelligence
31
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General Interest
Maximize Your DSLR Camera
Digital Scrapbooking Basics
Parenting 2015: Today’s
Technology & Your Children
Journaling to Increase Your Creativity
German Travel Seminar
Reading Boot Camp II
81
82
83
84
86
91
American Culture &
Language Institute
Intro to English
102
Writing Through Reading
105
Idioms in the American Workplace 107
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
Business & Management
Entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurship
How to Start a Business
Gain the “know-how” to start your own small
business; beginning with deciding if owning
or continuing to own a business is for you,
and whether the business you have chosen
is suitable. Learn about the organizational
structure of a business, including choosing
a legal entity such as sole proprietorship,
general partnership, corporations and limited
liability companies, etc. Class discussions
will cover marketing concepts and strategies,
regulatory and employment issues, and simple
accounting. Also, you’ll learn how to develop
an outline for a business plan. The course
will be adapted to cover your particular
business interests, and you’ll be given lists of
information sources to aid your business.
MVP – Take Your
Entrepreneurial Idea to Market
Social Media for Small
Business & Entrepreneurs
Minimum Viable Product is a strategy used
for fast and quantitative market testing of a
product or product feature. If you have an
idea, we’ll give you the framework to bring it
to the marketplace. It doesn’t matter if you’re
offering a business-to-consumer or businessto-business product or service. We’ll also
discuss the differences between a business
plan and an MVP. Don’t let your idea remain
stagnant any longer. Laptops welcome in class.
Learn about the most current social media
tools available to help small business owners
and entrepreneurs engage with their audience
and meet business goals in a cost effective,
timely manner. Get the latest info on social
media etiquette, social media costs and how
it can support your business plans from
customer service and marketing to developing
and maintaining a client base. After
determining the best tools for your business,
you’ll set up and activate your own social
media network. Finally, you’ll learn how to
create benchmarks, understand the metrics
and the potential results available through
social media. Prerequisites: Basic computer
and web skills and a clear concept of what you
want to accomplish for your business.
BUSC 1483 / 0.5 CEU / $99
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 143
Sat, Feb 7
9 am – 3 pm
Instructor: Hans Pedersen
BUSC 1829 / 0.75 CEU / $199
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CS 242
Tue, Feb 10 – 24
7 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: John McGeehan, JD
BUSC 1666 / 0.6 CEU / $119
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park
Mon & Wed, Feb 2 & 4
6:30 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: Hans Pedersen
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CS 242
Tue, Apr 14 – 28
Instructor: Keri Douglas
John
McGeehan
– Business Instructor –
John McGeehan has taught NOVA
Workforce students how to start and
grow small businesses for almost 14 years,
and is highly respected in his field. His
JD degree is from Georgetown University
Law Center, his Bachelor’s degree in
government, and graduate certificates in
business from the University of Virginia
and UCLA. He has owned businesses,
and his law firm focuses on start-up and
emerging businesses, commercial law and
business litigation. In addition to NOVA,
he also teaches for the Service Corp of
Retired Executives, business groups and
continuing legal education programs.
When he’s not teaching, his passions are
classic cars and classic movies.
7 – 9 pm
Dynamic Instructors Wanted!
Join our team of dedicated and enthusiastic instructors. Share your
expertise and teaching talents with our Workforce students. Please
contact one of our Workforce Program Developers:
• IT: Scott Wood – swood@nvcc.edu
• Healthcare: Katie Jennings – kjennings@nvcc.edu
• AHA/ECC Courses: April McMullen-Eldert – ameldert@nvcc.edu
• ESL: Keila Louzada – klouzada@nvcc.edu
• Business & Careers: Martha Kossoff – mkossoff@nvcc.edu
• General Interest, Trades & Industry: Pat Carrow – pcarrow@nvcc.edu
Enroll online at
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Careers
Career Certificates
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Coaching
U.S. Intelligence Studies
Interior Decoration
Spoken-Language Interpreter
Wedding Coordinator
Teaching ESL – TESOL
Administrative Professional
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Accounting & Bookkeeping
29
Explore New Careers
31
Career Switcher Program
32
A Great Way to Begin
the New Year:
Add a Credential to Your Portfolio
Prove to employers that you have the right skills
for the right job. Earn your Career Readiness
Certificate (CRC) through NOVA. To schedule an
appointment, call 703-323-3799.
Visit www.crc.virginia.gov for detailed
information.
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Loudoun Campus | 703–450–2551
Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
Career Certificates
Introductory Coaching Clinic
CERTIFICATE
Coaching
LOUDOUN
If you have a strong desire to learn foundational coaching training skills as conveniently
as possible, you’ve come to the right place. The Coaching Certificate Program introduces
you to the core coaching competencies and skills required to effectively coach others.
After completing this introductory program, you will be able to facilitate an individual’s
development and potential through the use of coaching best practices. In addition, you will
be provided with coaching forms and templates to use in working with coaching clients both
within an organization and in private practice.
To earn this certificate, you must complete four required courses. Each course in the program
meets for 16 – 18 hours (1.6 – 1.8 CEU). Completion of this certificate program normally
takes two semesters. Certificates are also awarded for each individual course completed.
To earn individual course certificates, and the overall program certificate, you must attend
at least 90% of the scheduled class hours as well as complete all requirements set by the
instructor. This program may be submitted for review as coach-specific training to apply for
an ICF (International Coach Federation) Credential via the ICF Portfolio Path. These courses
must be taken in the order listed below.
Required Courses:
Acquire a thorough understanding of
the philosophical, historical, and ethical
foundations of coaching. Explore similarities
and differences between coaching and
related disciplines and consider the scope of
coaching’s potential. Learn a defined coaching
framework to structure a coaching session,
practice using this process in real-time
conversations, and observe the effect of these
skills as a coachee. (Please note that there is
pre-work required for this course so early
registration is strongly recommended.)
BUSC 1415 / 1.6 CEU / $585
»» 01L Loudoun Campus
Sat & Sun, Feb 21 & 22
Instructor: Sally Silberman
9 am – 6 pm
Coaching Essentials,
Competencies & Practices
Sally Silberman
Building on Introductory Coaching Clinic,
this course explores various coaching
competencies, operating assumptions, and
practices. Continue to experiment with the
language of coaching and distinguish between
the effects of various techniques. You’ll
deepen your learning of how to implement
a defined coaching framework to structure
a coaching session, learn its benefits, and
employ a specific methodology to establish
credibility and build trust with the coachee.
Complete the course with the experience of
coaching and being coached in a classroom
setting, as well as working with a practice
client between classroom sessions.
– Coaching Instructor –
BUSC 1416 / 1.8 CEU / $615
Sally brings over 15 years of professional coaching and
coach training experience to the Workforce Development courses she teaches. She
is also an ICF Associate Certified Coach as well as a Board Certified Coach and
was instrumental in launching NOVA’s Coaching Certificate Program.
»» 01L Loudoun Campus
Thu, Mar 12 – Apr 23
6:30 – 9:30 pm
(No class Mar 26)
Instructor: Sally Silberman
• Introductory Coaching Clinic
• Coaching Essentials, Competencies & Practices
• Coaching Practicum (Offered Summer 2015)
• Coaching Mastery (Offered Summer 2015
Sally’s passion and commitment to teaching is best summed up by one of her
students who observed, “Sally is a wonderful instructor. She cares about our
individual development rather than just lecturing.”
Enroll online at
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
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Careers
Career Certificates
CERTIFICATE
CERTIFICATE
U.S. Intelligence Studies
Interior Decoration
WOODBRIDGE
ANNANDALE
We designed this certificate program for
a broad spectrum of careerists who work
in the areas of law enforcement, defense
contracting and security, as well as for
anyone seeking a better understanding of
the U.S. national intelligence community
and how it functions. The courses are a
combination of lectures and seminarstyle discussions, all of which illustrate
the various agencies that comprise the
intelligence community, management
of intelligence assets, the history of U.S.
intelligence, as well as discussions to
address some of the most perplexing issues
facing today’s intelligence officers. This
exciting new program is taught by former
members of the military reserve faculty
of the National Intelligence University, all
of whom have extensive experience in the
defense and intelligence fields. Individual
courses may be taken without pursuing the
certificate program.
Completion of the Interior Decoration
Certificate Program will give you the skills
to work in a variety of settings including:
Required Courses:
• Upscale furniture or window
treatment stores
• Carpet, fabric and wall covering stores
• As an assistant to Interior Decorators
• As a representative for
industry-related products
• In Furniture & Finishes Libraries
in Architectural & Design Firms
After gaining adequate experience in the
field, you could eventually develop your
own client base.
Required courses:
• Basics of Interior Decoration & Design
• Intermediate Interior Decoration &
Design – offered in Summer 2015
• Advanced Interior Decoration &
Design – offered in Summer 2015
• Management of U.S. Intelligence
• U.S. Intelligence Community
Basics of Interior Decoration &
Design
• History of U.S. Intelligence
• U.S. Intelligence Issues
Management of U. S.
Intelligence
An overview of how the intelligence
community (IC) is managed from the
perspective of the President of the United
States, Congress, the Director of National
Intelligence, and the Undersecretary of
Defense for Intelligence. In addition to the
role of managing and providing oversight
of the IC, we’ll review key unclassified
documents that provide direction/
management for the IC, including the U.S.
Constitution, National Security Strategy and
Executive Order 12333.
LLRN 1718 / 1.2 CEU / $199
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus, WC 306
Wed, Feb 4 – Mar 11
Instructor: Edward Naidamast
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7 – 9 pm
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Get the basics of interior decoration and
design from a professional interior designer,
including furniture arrangement, color
schemes, fabrics, surface finish materials,
interior lighting, and decorative accessories,
as well as how to prepare detailed floor
plans for living rooms, dining rooms and
bedrooms. You’ll have the opportunity to
complete a design project budget using actual
decorator’s costs. The instructor will provide a
required course materials list in the first class
session. These materials will be used for all
three courses in the certificate program.
Spoken-Language Interpreter
Certificate Program
The goal of this program is to prepare
bilingual individuals to be Qualified
Interpreters for community, nonprofit
and government service settings. It will
also serve as a first step in meeting the
requirements to become a Certified
Interpreter. The focus is on interpretation
techniques, not teaching foreign languages
or translation skills. Course topics include:
the role of interpreter as dictated by
the Interpreter’s Code of Conduct; the
fundamental skills necessary to interpret
from English to another language and vice
versa; the ethical challenges encountered
as diverse cultural norms affect the
impact and value of interpretation
in a changing world; vocabulary and
terminology. Prerequisites: a high level
of oral and written proficiency in English
as well as another language. Some college
education in the non-English language
is recommended. Course completion
requirements include: homework and
passing of a final exam. You must have
e-mail, use MS Word and are encouraged
to bring a laptop to class. For those
interested in furthering the experience,
you will be assisted in connecting with a
partnering non-profit organization to begin
a 25-hour interpretation practicum as a
volunteer interpreter.
Opt. Textbooks: The Interpreter’s Edge Paperback
or The Interpreter’s Companion
Instructor: Angie Carrera
COMM 1830 / 2.15 CEU / $1,049
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus
Tue, Feb 17 – Mar 3
Sat, Feb 21 & 28
7 – 9:30 pm
9 am – 5 pm
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CM 213
Tue, Apr 14 – 28
7 – 9:30 pm
Sat, Apr 18 & 25
9 am – 5 pm
Req. Textbook: Interior Design Illustrated, 3rd Ed.
BLDG 1971 / 1.2 CEU / $279
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CN 104
Mon, Feb 2 – Mar 23
7:30 – 9:30 pm
(No class Feb 16 & Mar 9)
»» 02N Annandale Campus, CN 104
Mon, Apr 13 – May 18
7:30 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: Rafael A. Fuentes, ASID
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Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
Careers
Career Certificates
CERTIFICATE
Wedding Coordinator
WOODBRIDGE
This program is designed for individuals
who want to become professional wedding
coordinators. You’ll learn about the many
facets of wedding etiquette. Through
lecture, discussion, and in-class activities,
you’ll discover wedding traditions and
current practices, and will gain expertise
in managing the many details involved
in wedding coordination. Individual
courses may be taken without pursuing the
program certificate. Vanessa Baldwin is a
Certified Wedding Planner and specializes
in Military Weddings. For further
information call 703-878-5770.
Required Courses:
• Wedding Coordination, Introduction
• Weddings of Different
Faiths & Cultures
• Wedding Planning Strategies
• Wedding Etiquette
• The Wedding Ceremony
• The Wedding Reception
• Wedding-Related Events &
Business Practices
Wedding Coordination,
Introduction
Types of services, professional conduct and
ethics, and the importance of professional
experience and references will be addressed.
Learn essential information about the
wedding traditions and customs such as
throwing rice, the wedding ring, wedding
cake, bridal cake, bridal veil, wedding party
attendants, and military weddings.
Req. Textbook: The Military Wedding
BUSC 1877 / 0.6 CEU / $149
»» 01W Woodbridge, Freedom High School
Tue & Thu, Jan 20 – 27
7 – 9 pm
Instructor: Antionette Wilson
Weddings of Different
Faiths & Cultures
The Wedding Ceremony
From the viewpoint of a wedding coordinator,
we will explore the essentials needed for
you to work with couples of various faiths,
cultures and traditions. Prerequisite:
Wedding Coordination Introduction
Learn how to plan and execute the main
wedding event. This course includes
assignments to plan the details of a wedding
ceremony, ceremony site set-up, wedding
music, order of the ceremony, and the
rehearsal and itinerary preparation.
Req. Textbooks: Emily Post’s Wedding Etiquette &
Bride’s Book of Etiquette
Req. Textbooks: Emily Post’s Wedding Etiquette &
Bride’s Book of Etiquette
BUSC 1878 / 0.6 CEU / $149
BUSC 1881 / 0.4 CEU / $99
»» 01W Woodbridge, Freedom High School
Thu & Tue, Jan 27 – Feb 5
7 – 9 pm
Instructor: Vanessa Baldwin
»» 01W Woodbridge, Freedom High School
Tue & Thu, Mar 24 & 26
7 – 9 pm
Instructor: Demetria Thomas
Weddings Planning Strategies
The Wedding Reception
Creating the “perfect” wedding requires
planning by a coordinator to work with the
bride and groom, plan the calendar, create
a wedding vision, select and work with
vendors and manage the budget. Wedding
planning assignments will be given in class.
Prerequisite: Wedding Coordination and
Weddings of Different Faiths & Cultures.
It’s time to get the party started! A memorable
reception requires planning and attention to
details: location, catering service, floor plans,
decorations, wedding day requirements and
timeline management.
Req. Textbooks: Emily Post’s Wedding Etiquette &
Bride’s Book of Etiquette
BUSC 1879 / 1.2 CEU / $285
»» 01W Woodbridge, Freedom High School
Thu & Tue, Apr 7 – 14
7 – 9 pm
Instructor: Vanessa Baldwin
»» 01W Woodbridge, Freedom High School
Tue & Thu, Feb 12 & 17,
Mar 17 & 19, Apr 28 & 30
7 – 9 pm
Instructor: Vanessa Baldwin
Wedding-Related Events
& Business Practices
Wedding Etiquette
Planning the “perfect” wedding using proper
wedding etiquette is key to advising the bride
and groom. Review etiquette for invitations,
announcements, save-the-date cards,
wedding formality, receiving lines, seating
arrangements and second weddings.
Req. Textbooks: Emily Post’s Wedding Etiquette &
Bride’s Book of Etiquette
BUSC 1880 / 0.75 CEU / $179
Req. Textbooks: Emily Post’s Wedding Etiquette &
Bride’s Book of Etiquette
BUSC 1882 / 0.6 CEU / $149
Become familiar with planning events
associated with weddings such as engagement
parties, bridal showers, the long weekend
wedding, the rehearsal dinner, and the
honeymoon. This course also includes the
business side of being a wedding coordinator.
Req. Textbooks: Emily Post’s Wedding Etiquette &
Bride’s Book of Etiquette
BUSC 1883 / 0.75 CEU / $179
»» 01W Woodbridge, Freedom High School
Tue & Thu, Apr 16 – 23
7 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: Vanessa Baldwin
»» 01W Woodbridge, Freedom High School
Tue & Thu, Feb 19 – 26
7 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: Vanessa Baldwin
Does your class have a prerequisite or a required textbook?
Be sure to check the class description for this information!
Enroll online at
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
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Careers
Career Certificates
Introduction to TESOL
CERTIFICATE
Teaching ESL – TESOL
ALEXANDRIA, ANNANDALE, LOUDOUN, MANASSAS
NOVA’s TESOL Certificate Program prepares you to teach English as a Second Language
by combining language acquisition theory with guided teaching practice from experienced
instructors with advanced degrees.
NOVA’s TESOL Certificate Program (120 hours) includes:
• 102 hours of in-person teacher training in language acquisition methodologies,
including student teaching demonstrations and a 2-day teaching practicum
• Ongoing feedback & evaluation on student-teaching demonstrations
• 18 hours of ESL Classroom Observation
• Job placement assistance
After completing this certificate, you are qualified to teach English as a Second Language
to adults in an adult education setting, in a community-based program, or at a proprietary
school in the US or abroad. This program caters to individuals interested in a career change
or seeking to refresh their skills.
Reminders: K–12 certification/licensure must be completed at a four-year institution. Higher
education ESL requires a master’s degree in addition to TESOL certification.
To earn NOVA’s TESOL Certificate (120 hours), you must successfully complete the 10
required workshops and 6 elective workshops, plus 18 hours of documented ESL class
observation. Individual workshops may be taken without pursuing the certificate program. A
Certificate of Completion is offered at the end of the program. Completion of this certificate
program normally takes one-to-two semesters.
To receive the certificate, you must attend 90% of the class hours for each workshop
as well as completing all requirements set by the instructor, including teaching
demonstrations. WDD’s general refund policy applies to all TESOL courses.
This first workshop in the program outlines
the TESOL Certificate Program requirements.
Introduction to TESOL provides an overview
of second language acquisition theory and
current English language teaching strategies
used in adult education and community ESL
programs. (Required reading: chapters 1–3)
EDUC 1817 / 0.6 CEU / $120
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 134
Sat, Jan 10
9 am – 4 pm
Prerequisite for Required Workshops:
Successful completion of the
Introduction to TESOL workshop.
ELT Methodology
Take an in-depth look at current English
language teaching methodologies: Scaffolding,
Task Based Language Teaching, and ProblemBased Learning.
EDUC 1755 / 0.6 CEU / $120
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CN 104
Sat, Jan 17
9 am – 4 pm
Assessing English Proficiency
Req. Textbook: Teaching Adult ESL, by Betsy Parrish
Learn how to develop assessments that
measure specific language skills. (Required
reading: chapter 9)
Prerequisites:
EDUC 1814 / 0.6 CEU / $120
• High school completion
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 134
Sat, Jan 24
9 am – 4 pm
• Non-native English speakers must provide English proficiency results via
one of these placement tests: Accuplacer Score of 300+ points and advanced
writing/speaking skills or TOEFL Score of 60+ points in the IBT
Prior ESL teaching experience is not required.
Required Workshops:
• Introduction to TESOL
• Teaching Reading & Writing
• ELT Methodology
• Teaching Grammar
• Assessing English Proficiency
• Classroom Management
• Lesson Planning
• TESOL Practicum (2 days)
• Teaching Speaking & Listening
• TESOL Review
Teaching Speaking & Listening
Learn to teach authentic conversation
and presentation skills, and listening
comprehension. (Required reading: chapter 4)
EDUC 1723 / 0.6 CEU / $120
»» 01L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Sat, Jan 31
9 am – 4 pm
Call 703-257-6536, e-mail MA-ACLI@nvcc.edu, or visit our website for information.
www.nvcc.edu/wdce/pwregional/certifications/TESOLCert.html
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Loudoun Campus | 703–450–2551
Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
Careers
Career Certificates
Learn to teach reading comprehension and
composition. (Required reading: chapter 5)
EDUC 1821 / 0.6 CEU / $120
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CN 104
Sat, Feb 7
9 am – 4 pm
Teaching Grammar
Learn to teach English grammar in authentic
and communicative ways.
EDUC 1820 / 0.6 CEU / $120
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 134
Sat, Feb 14
9 am – 4 pm
Classroom Management
Learn effective classroom management
techniques, including establishing goals
and behavior norms and creating a positive
classroom environment. (Required reading:
chapter 7)
EDUC 1839 / 0.6 CEU / $120
»» 01L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Sat, Feb 21
“
The primary skill I wanted to
develop when I enrolled in the
certificate program was lesson
planning. It was frustrating to me
when I “taught” previously that I
simply had to just wing it each
week. I feel like I am definitely
getting a better understanding of
what is necessary to help
students learn.
TESOL Certificate student
9 am – 4 pm
“
Teaching Reading & Writing
Lesson Planning
Learn how to develop lesson plans that
emphasize language skills, create class
activities, and use assessment instruments.
(Required reading: chapter 6)
EDUC 1724 / 0.6 CEU / $120
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CN 104
Sat, Feb 28
9 am – 4 pm
Register online for
TESOL classes:
http://bit.ly/1u4VdZW
Enroll online at
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
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Careers
Career Certificates
Prerequisites for Elective Workshops:
Successful completion of the
Introduction to TESOL workshop and
four required workshops.
Learn to incorporate technology as a way
to engage students with the content in and
outside of the classroom. (Required reading:
chapter 8)
EDUC 1754 / 0.6 CEU / $120
Materials Adaptation
Learn how to make existing textbook
materials more communicative and address
students’ specific needs. (Required reading:
chapter 8)
EDUC 1841 / 0.6 CEU / $120
»» 01A Alexandria Campus, AA 259
Sat, Mar 7
9 am – 4 pm
Teaching Content ESL
Learn how to adapt an ESL curriculum
to meet the needs of a specific business
or industry, such as ESL for Construction
Workers.
EDUC 1816 / 0.6 CEU / $120
»» 01L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Sat, Mar 21
Using Technology in ESL
9 am – 4 pm
Realia as Course Content
Learn to incorporate authentic material
into your lesson plans and English language
teaching.
EDUC 1731 / 0.6 CEU / $120
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CN 104
Sat, Mar 28
9 am – 4 pm
Culture as Course Content
Learn to incorporate cross-cultural activities
in your English language teaching.
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CN 104
Sat, Apr 18
9 am – 4 pm
Teaching Vocabulary
Learn the best ways to teach one of the
most important aspects of learning English:
acquiring new vocabulary.
EDUC 1756 / 0.6 CEU / $120
Prerequisite for the TESOL Practicum
Workshop: Successful completion of
eight required workshops and six elective
workshops.
TESOL Practicum
In this two-day workshop, you’ll teach
individual teaching demonstrations and
receive instructor/peer feedback. All materials
required for the teaching demonstrations
should be brought to the workshop.
EDUC 1840 / 1.2 CEU / $240
»» 01A Alexandria Campus, AA 259
Sat & Sun, May 16-17
9 am – 4 pm
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 134
Sat, Apr 25
9 am – 4 pm
Teaching Entry-Level Students
Learn how to use Total Physical Response
and other communicative approaches
to effectively teach students who are at
proficiency level zero.
EDUC 1727 / 0.6 CEU / $120
»» 01L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Sat, May 2
9 am – 4 pm
Tutoring Adult ESL Students
Learn to work individually with students,
including conducting a needs assessment and
tailoring lessons to address students’ needs.
Prerequisite for the TESOL Review:
Successful completion of nine required
workshops, six elective workshops, and
18 hours of documented ESL classroom
observation.
TESOL Review
In this final workshop, you’ll review teaching
methodologies observed in ESL classes and
plan your Teaching Philosophy. TESOL
Observation Reports should be brought to the
workshop.
EDUC 1825 / 0.6 CEU / $120
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 134
Sat, May 23
9 am – 4 pm
EDUC 1813 / 0.6 CEU / $120
»» 01A Alexandria Campus, AA 259
Sat, May 9
9 am – 4 pm
EDUC 1728 / 0.6 CEU / $120
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 133
Sat, April 4
9 am – 4 pm
Teaching Pronunciation
Learn to teach students how to recognize the
stress-timed nature of English pronunciation,
including pausing, stress, linking, and
intonation. (Required reading: chapter 4)
Please register early as TESOL classes fill quickly!
Call any of our Workforce offices
to register over the phone.
E-mail MA–ACLI@nvcc.edu to be added to the waitlist.
Additional classes will be added when necessary.
EDUC 1824 / 0.6 CEU / $120
»» 01A Alexandria Campus, AA 259
Sat, Apr 11
9 am – 4 pm
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Careers
Administrative Professional
Administrative Professional
Certified Administrative Professional (CAP)
Exam Prep Training
NOVA’s Workforce Development Division has developed an
extensive training program designed to prepare administrative
professionals to take the Certified Administrative Professional
(CAP) Exam. The series of instructional modules are designed to
focus specifically on the CAP Exam Guidelines as provided by the
International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP).
For a brochure or for more information, please contact James
Fabian at jfabian@nvcc.edu.
Outlook Essentials for
Administrative Professionals
Effective Communication Skills
for Administrative Professionals
Human Resource Skills for
Administrative Professionals
The majority of administrative assistant tasks
involve scheduling appointments, reviewing
and responding to e-mail messages, all while
also working on other tasks. Discover how to
use Outlook 2010 in the most efficient and
effective way. Learn to use e-mail features
such as formatting and tracking messages,
creating auto-signatures, attaching files to
messages, and opening and saving files. Also
included is instruction on how to use the
calendar feature, manage contacts, create and
send appointments and schedule meetings.
Explore working with Tasks, utilizing voting
buttons and changing message appearance,
organizing items with filters and categories,
as well as using address books and archiving
e-mail.
Much of your success as an Administrative
Professional is based on how well you
communicate on the job. This fast-paced,
interactive class will help develop your
business communications skills so you
can compete in our highly diverse and
competitive workforce. Topics include:
Effective use of e-mail and social media on
the job; surviving office politics; working
with difficult people; how to build a careeradvancing relationship with your supervisor/
senior management; developing goals and
performance standards; how to represent
your department/manager; business
etiquette; gaining trust and cooperation from
coworkers; listening skills; public speaking;
presentation skills; persuasion and nonverbal
communication strategies.
This class is designed for Administrative
Professionals who may have responsibility
for routine HR activities, but currently
don’t work full time in HR. You’ll learn
how to administer a number of important
Human Resource responsibilities that are
commonly done by support personnel
in smaller organizations without formal
HR Departments. Topics include: how to
administer the recruitment and selection
process; assist in screening interviews;
perform New Employee Orientation and
Exit Interviews/Out-processing; respond
to staff questions/needs regarding the
employee handbook/personnel policies and
procedures; and create both electronic and
paper employee files. You’ll also learn about
routine benefits administration, and get an
understanding of important employmentrelated laws and the best practices using
technology to make HR administration more
efficient and customer friendly.
ITEC 1948 / 0.6 CEU / $129
»» 01A Alexandria Campus, AA 242
Sat, Feb 7 & 14
9 am – 12 pm
Instructor: Kemetia Foley, CAP-OM
COMM 1917 / 0.6 CEU / $129
»» 01A Alexandria Campus, AA 375
Tue, Mar 3 & 10
6:30 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: Bruce Robertson, MS, SPHR
Registration is continuous throughout the semester.
BUSC 1431 / 0.6 CEU / $129
»» 01A Alexandria Campus, AA 344
Tue, Apr 7 & 14
6:30 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: Bruce Robertson, MS, SPHR
Enroll today!
Enroll online at
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
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Administrative Professional
Organization & Time
Management for
Administrative Professionals
Does multi-tasking really work?
Administrative professionals must be able to
track projects and tasks while supporting staff
within their organization. Evernote, Outlook
Task bar, Outlook Calendar are just a few of
the electronic tools covered in this important
course. You’ll learn best practices for getting
clear and concise priorities from your
supervisor and teammates. Time management
practices regarding responding to e-mail,
voicemail and office interruptions will be
reviewed. Arrangement of workstation for
increased productivity will also be explored.
By the end of this course, you should be able
to implement specific organization and time
management skills which will improve your
response time, communication with coworkers and help you implement new work
efficiencies.
NEW
Certified Administrative
Professional (CAP) Exam
Prep Review Boot Camp
Get an intensive review of the key concepts
and terminology required to be successful in
taking the CAP Exam. Each section outlined
in the CAP Exam Guide will be reviewed, and
practice test questions will be given along
with a discussion of the correct answers. In
addition, the program will include helpful
information on what to expect on test day,
as well as tips about what and how to study.
At the end of the session, you’ll be able to
pinpoint exam content that may require
additional study effort prior to sitting for
the exam. The instructor is an experienced
certification study group leader. Please note:
This is not an IAAP endorsed session. 2015 is
the first year IAAP will be offering the CAP
exam in the online format.
TEST 1944 / 0.7 CEU / $89
BUSC 1468 / 0.6 CEU / $129
»» 01A Alexandria Campus, AA 242
Mon & Tue, May 11 & 12 6:30 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: Kemetia Foley, CAP-OM
»» 01A Alexandria Campus, AA 241
Sat, Jan 24
9 am – 4 pm
Instructor: Kemetia Foley, CAP-OM
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Administrative Assistant Training:
An Intensive Certificate Program
This 36-hour, intensive course addresses the fundamental
knowledge base and competencies required to pursue an
entry-level position in the administrative support field. These
core competencies include verbal and written communication
skills, appointment scheduling, finance basics, and a basic
understanding of administrative equipment and customer service
skills. Bring a bag lunch.
Instructor: Gloria Bonds, MS
BUSC 1424 / 3.6 CEU / $670
»» 01A Alexandria Campus, AA 241
Tue & Thu, Feb 17 – Apr 9
7 – 10 pm
(No class Mar 10, 12, 31 & Apr 2)
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CN 231
Sat, Mar 21 – May 2
9 am – 4 pm
(No class Apr 4)
»» 02A Alexandria Campus, AA 241
Tue & Thu, Apr 21 – June 4
(No class May 26 & 28)
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Annandale Campus | 703–323–3168
Loudoun Campus | 703–450–2551
Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
Careers
Accounting & Bookkeeping
Accounting & Bookkeeping
Become a Certified Bookkeeper
If you are a small business owner or manager,
this class allows you to reduce your fees
for outside accounting services. If you are
a working professional, this class allows
you to further your career or start your
own freelance bookkeeping business by
obtaining certification from the American
Institute of Professional Bookkeepers (www.
aipb.org). This substantive course focuses
on preparing you for the national Certified
Bookkeeper examination by helping you truly
master the skills and knowledge required
for certification. To become a Certified
Bookkeeper, you need at least two years of
working bookkeeping experience and must
sign a written code of ethics. You may sit
for the examination before your two years’
experience is completed. Certification can
increase your earning potential, enhance your
standing as a professional, and give you an
edge in the competitive job market. Course
material covers adjusting entries (accruals
and deferrals), correction of accounting
errors, both GAAP and tax depreciation,
payroll (includes paying wages, withholding,
depositing and reporting taxes, and use and
retention of forms), recording and costing out
merchandise inventory, and internal controls/
fraud prevention. Six workbooks are used,
one for each of the six exam subjects. The
CB exam is administered at Prometric Test
Centers. However, you are not required to sit
for the exam in order to participate fully in
learning the material covered. Prerequisite:
Accounting Fundamentals, Principles of
Accounting, bookkeeping experience, or
instructor permission.
Req. Textbook: Certified Bookkeeper Workbook Set
ACCT 1936 / 4.0 CEU / $495
»» 01L Loudoun Campus
Wed, Jan 21 – June 3
6:30 – 8:30 pm
Instructor: Ann Robinson
Accounting Fundamentals
for Bookkeepers
Auditing as a Career Choice
Prepare for a career in accounting! A perfect
foundation to prepare you for QuickBooks
master, this 24-hour course provides you
with the fundamentals to move into a
promising future with any size organization.
In addition, with this practical understanding
of accounting theory, you will be able to
more readily master and adapt to changes in
popular computerized bookkeeping software.
Successful completion awards you a certificate
and 2.4 CEUs and equips you with a solid
foundation for future study toward the
Certified Bookkeeper designation. Bring a
simple calculator to class.
Req. Textbook: Schaum’s Outline of Principles of
Accounting I, 5th Ed., paperback
ACCT 1937 / 2.4 CEU / $375
»» 01L Loudoun Campus
Thu, Jan 22 – Apr 9
6:30 – 8:30 pm
Instructor: Ann Robinson
Auditors are in constant demand, thanks
to growing corporate fraud and taxpayer
concerns about excessive government
spending. Every industry hires auditors,
including banks, hospitals, schools,
accounting firms, and all government
agencies. This course will teach the basics of
why and how audits are done, standards that
must be followed, phases of the audit process,
and effective report writing. Videos are used
to illustrate documentation techniques.
Learn how to find and apply for the many
job opportunities now available, including
a hands-on demonstration of USAJobs.
A bachelor’s degree (or those pursuing a
degree) is required to work in this field. Your
instructor is an experienced government
auditor.
BUSC 1477 / 0.8 CEU / $99
»» 01M Woodbridge Campus, WC 306
Tue & Thu, Apr 21 – 30
7 – 9 pm
Instructor: Ronald Huritz, CIGA, CFE,
CGFM
Enroll online at
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
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Careers
Jump-Start Your Career
as a Tax Professional
Enrolled Agents (EAs) are the only
tax professionals licensed by the
Internal Revenue Service to represent
taxpayers before the IRS and practice
in any state. EAs have demonstrated
special competence in tax matters and
professional ethics and can work for law
firms, CPA firms, tax franchise offices
or your own practice. A college degree
is not required to take the EA exam or
work in the field. The Special Enrollment
Exam (SEE) is comprised of 3 parts that
can be taken separately (Individual,
Business and Ethics) or as a Bundle &
Save package for Business and Ethics.
You are encouraged to complete the EA
Exam at the completion of this course.
If you plan to do so, we recommend that
you take all 3 classes and purchase all
3 books at once for a discounted price.
More information on the exam can be
found at: www.irs.gov/Tax-Professionals/
Enrolled-Agents/Become-an-EnrolledAgent. The courses require self-study
of the book material prior to class and
will be discussed in class. Online quizzes
and tests will be required and taken on
the Gleim.com website outside of class.
An online final exam will be required
for each part. Prerequisite: Working
knowledge of taxes or tax preparation
experience recommended.
Accounting & Bookkeeping
SEE Exam Prep: Individual Taxes
Small Business Taxes
The Individual portion includes gross
income and adjustments, retirement income,
property, itemized deductions and credits,
and various taxes including estate and gift.
Explore the different types of income and
expenses on a Schedule C for small business.
Simplify recordkeeping, tracking methods for
inventory, income and expenses, home office
deductions, payroll and estimated taxes and
car expenses. This course does not include
how to prepare a tax return. Bring a bag
lunch.
Req. Textbook: Gleim: EA Review Part 1
FINL 1927 / 1.5 CEU / $149
»» 01L Reston Center
Wed, Jan 21 – Feb 18
6:30 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: James Simos, MBA, CFP, EA
SEE Exam Prep: Businesses
The Business portion includes accounting
methods, business expenses and deductions,
basis, depreciation, credits, taxes,
partnerships, corporations, decedents, estates,
trusts exempt organizations and retirement
plans.
Req. Textbook: Gleim: EA Review Part 2
FINL 1928 / 2.7 CEU / $269
»» 01L Reston Center
Wed & Mon, May 6 – June 3
6:30 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: James Simos, MBA, CFP, EA
SEE Exam Prep: Ethics
This course discusses how to become an
enrolled agent, representing taxpayers before
the IRS, the different types of representation,
and the filing process.
Req. Textbook: Gleim: EA Review Part 3
FINL 1929 / 1.0 CEU / $115
»» To be offered in Summer 2015
Bundle & Save
ACCT 1904 / 0.6 CEU / $125
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus
Sat, Jan 31
8:30 am – 3 pm
Instructor: Tynisa Gaines, EA, B.S., M.P.A.
1040 Basics
Understand the different types of income
and expenses reported and allowed on an
individual tax return. Explore the different
types of gross income and where they are
reported on a tax return. All deductions that
can be taken on the front line of the 1040 will
be explained. This class will not discuss any
Schedules. Bring a bag lunch.
BUSC 1973 / 6 hrs / $125
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus
Sat, Jan 24
8:30 am – 3 pm
Instructor: Tynisa Gaines, EA, B.S., M.P.A.
Investment Income
We will discuss the sale of stocks and bonds
and how they are reported on a Schedule
D. An overview of the deductions allowed
for rental properties and how to report the
income/loss on a Schedule E will also be
included. Bring a bag lunch.
BUSC 1464 / 6 hrs / $125
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus
Sat, Feb 7
8:30 am – 3pm
Instructor: Tynisa Gaines, EA, B.S., M.P.A.
Jump Start Your Career
Save $25 by registering for both SEE
Exam Prep courses at the same time!
FINL 1926-01L / 4.2 CEU / $393
Reston Center
Registration is continuous throughout the semester.
Enroll today!
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Annandale Campus | 703–323–3168
Loudoun Campus | 703–450–2551
Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
Careers
Explore New Careers
Explore New Careers
Getting Paid to Talk –
An Introduction to
Professional Voice Acting
NEW
Careers in Defense &
Intelligence
This career enhancement course covers
everything from entry-level careers to
restarting your career in defense and
intelligence. Topics: security clearances,
worldwide defense marketplace ecosystem:
government jobs, industry employers and
professional resources. A special focus will be
on strategies for finding open doors, strategies
for making yourself marketable, and learning
your market value. We’ll also review the
trends within the defense and intelligence job
market. The job market fluctuates, based upon
the federal budget process, strategic policy
and emerging world events. Laptops welcome.
Instructor: Bill Golden
LLRN 1719 / 0.8 CEU / $119
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 133
Fri, Jan 23 & 30
8:30 am – 12:30 pm
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus
Sat, Mar 28
8:30 am – 5 pm
Notary Public Preparation
If you are a new or renewing notary, gain
skills to authenticate documents, detect
fraud, and be successful in a new career. You
will be instructed on the legal and ethical
requirements and duties of notaries and how
to apply and receive notary commission
from the Commonwealth of Virginia. Your
instructor is a retired attorney.
Instructor: Paul Giles
LAWS 1910 / 0.3 CEU / $99
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus
Sat, Feb 7
12:30 – 3:30 pm
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 133
Sat, Feb 28
12:30 – 3:30 pm
Pre-Licensing for Life, Health &
Annuities Insurance
Have you ever been told that you have a
great voice? Explore the numerous aspects
of voice-over work for television, film, radio,
audio books, documentaries and the internet.
Learn the basics, including how to prepare the
all-important demo, and how to be successful
and earn a great income in this exciting field.
You’ll have the opportunity to ask questions
and listen to examples of demos recorded
by professional voice actors. You’ll even
have a chance to record a commercial script
under the direction of our Voicecoaches.com
producer! This class is informative, lots of fun,
and a great first step for anyone interested in
voice acting professionally. Space is limited,
and registration closes one week prior to class.
ARTS 1725 / 0.25 CEU / $75
»» 01A Alexandria Campus, AA 375
Tue, Mar 24
6:30 – 9 pm
»» 02A Alexandria Campus, AA 375
Thu, May 28
6:30 – 9 pm
Prepare for a Commercial
Real Estate Career
In just 7 weeks, you’ll be prepared to enter
into the commercial real estate industry.
You’ll learn about every commercial real
estate product type, including office buildings,
flex and industrial buildings, shopping
centers and retail buildings, single-tenant
net-leased buildings, and multifamily
apartment buildings. Topics covered include
zoning requirements, supply and demand
issues, development issues, pro forma income
statement analysis and investment analysis,
as well as the unique terminology of this
field. You discuss career opportunities within
the industry, including brokerage, finance,
and property management. Your instructor
has more than 30 years experience in the
commercial real estate industry.
Offered in conjunction with Virginia Assn.
of Insurance Agents (VAIA), this course will
assist you in passing the exam. Review the
basics as well as Virginia laws and regulations.
Types such as life insurance policies,
annuities, policy options, retirement plans,
and the different types of health insurance
are included. Frequent quizzes and exams are
given to help you prepare for the state exam.
Tuition includes book.
INSR 1901 / 2.4 CEU / $300
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 142
Mon – Wed, Feb 2 – 4
8 am – 6 pm
Instructor: Bryant Langham
Pre-Licensing for Property &
Casualty Insurance
Gain valuable information to assist you in
passing the Virginia Property & Casualty
exam. Learn P & C insurance basics as well as
Virginia laws and regulations. Auto, personal,
liability, workers comp and commercial
insurance will be discussed, along with many
more. Frequent quizzes and exams are given
to help you prepare for the state exam. Tuition
includes book.
Instructor: Bryant Langham
INSR 1900 / 2.4 CEU / $300
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 142
Mon – Wed, Jan 12 – 14
8 am – 6 pm
»» 02M Manassas Innovation Park, 142
Mon – Wed, Mar 23 – 25
8 am – 6 pm
»» 03M Manassas Innovation Park, 142
Mon – Wed, May 4 – 6
8 am – 6 pm
REAL 1908 / 1.5 CEU / $259
»» 01L Reston Center
Mon, Jan 26 – Mar 2
7 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: James Simos, MBA, CFP, EA
Enroll online at
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
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Careers
Professional Food
Manager Training
SAVE
Let a Registered NEHA Trainer teach you the
information needed to prevent food-borne
illness in your food service facility. Course
topics include food microorganisms and
allergens, cross contamination, time and
temperature controls, personal hygiene, safe
handling practices, cleaning and sanitizing,
training and pest control. For Certified
Professional Food Manager Certification
(CPFM), you must pass the standardized test
given at the end of the day. Tuition includes
the $28 Prometric test fee. You must bring
two #2 pencils and a photo ID for the test.
If you would like to take the test in Spanish,
Chinese, Vietnamese or Korean, you must
make this request at least two weeks prior to
the class date. For classes at Manassas, call
703-257-6631; for classes at Annandale, call
703-323-3168. Prerequisites: Ability to read
and understand spoken English. Please read
and study the textbook prior to class.
Req. Textbook: NEHA Certified Professional Food
Manager
Instructor: Rick Kurtz, MS
HOST 1907 / 0.7 CEU / $168
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 142
Wed, Feb 18
8 am – 5:30 pm
»» 01N Annandale Campus
Wed, Mar 18
8 am – 5:30 pm
»» 02M Manassas Innovation Park, 142
Wed, Apr 15
8 am – 5:30 pm
»» 02N Annandale Campus
Wed, May 13
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Explore New Careers
8 am – 5:30 pm
Alexandria Campus | 703–845–6280
Annandale Campus | 703–323–3168
Virginia Automobile Dealer Operator Licensing
The path to a dealer-operator license begins with this required two-day course, with the
curriculum and instruction provided by the Virginia Independent Automobile Dealers
Association. The course includes information on establishing the dealership under local
zoning and Dealer Board requirements; understanding the sales process with its multitude
of forms, laws and regulations; opening and operating expenses; and a discussion on
ethics. Course tuition is $325 if you register at least two weeks in advance. Starting Feb
26, tuition increases to $375.
TRNS 1909 / 1.5 CEU / $375
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 133
Tue & Wed, Mar 10 & 11 8:30 am – 5 pm
Register by Feb 25 and pay only $325!
(after Feb 25 pay $375 – section 02M)
Instructor: Pete Iaricci
Career Switcher Program
SOME CAREERS ARE > OTHERS
Teaching can be challenging, exhausting – and the most rewarding career you’ll ever have.
At EducateVA, we can help turn your existing education and job experience into the skills
needed to make a difference.
Because we are approved by the Virginia Department of Education, our program allows you
to become a licensed teacher throughout the Commonwealth. And because we offer flexible
online and weekend classes, you can even earn your license while keeping your current job.
To learn more, sign up for a free introductory webinar
at EducateVA.com today.
A program of Virginia’s Community College System organized
by the Community College Workforce Alliance
If you have a four–year degree and a minimum of five years of work experience, the
Virginia Community College System invites you to “bring your passion to the future”
and become a licensed Virginia Public School teacher by enrolling in its 18–week “Career
Switcher Program”. Six Saturday sessions, a mandatory 40-hour field placement, and
6 online courses are included in the 18 weeks. A one–year, Career Switcher Provisional
teaching license is granted at the end of the 18 weeks, and will be converted to a full
5–year, renewable license after one year of successful teaching. The VCCS’s Career Switcher
Alternative Route to Licensure Program is designed to train participants to teach in
critical shortage areas such as mathematics, English, foreign languages, social studies,
sciences, English for Students of Other Languages (ESOL), technology education, family
and consumer sciences, business, marketing, health and physical education. First, please
go to the program website at www.educateva.com to access all pertinent information. After
reviewing the website you may direct program questions to Assistant Director Jim Gaines at
jgaines@nvcc.edu or 804–317–9007.
Loudoun Campus | 703–450–2551
Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
Test Center Services
Workforce Professional Test Center Services
Test Center Services
Workforce Professional Test Center Services
CED
Center for Employee Development
Pitney Bowes Building
7630 Little River Tpke., Room 503
Annandale, VA 22003
703-323-3102
ACT WorkKeys® Job Skills Assessments (CED):
Earn a Virginia Career Readiness Certificate
(CRC) by completing three 55-minute tests that
measure achievement in three areas. This portable
credential proves to employers you have the right
skills to be successful for the job! Call 703-3233102 to schedule an appointment, and visit
www.crc.virginia.gov for detailed information.
CLEP® Testing – College Level Examination
Program (AL):
A candidate does not need to be a NOVA student.
Anyone can schedule and complete a CLEP exam
at our locations. For exam details, visit:
www.collegeboard.com/clep.
Comira® (CED):
This network includes industry certification
exams from sponsors such as the American
Culinary Federation (ACF), the Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA), the Professional
Association of Health Care Office Management
(PAHCOM), McCann Associates – Association
of Energy Engineers (AEE), Certification of
Commission for Healthcare Interpreters (CCHI)
and much more! Visit www.comiratesting.com
for exam, registration, scheduling, and payment
information.
DSST® (AL):
Adult learners, military personnel and veterans,
and homeschooled students can prove mastery
of subject matter for what they already know,
earn college credits, and save money on their
education by passing individual exams. See below
for information about scheduling an appointment
at our location. Choose your exam title by visiting
www.getcollegecredit.com.
Educational Testing Service (ETS)
TOEFL®-Test of English as a Foreign Language
(CED):
Scores from this exam are used as evidence of
English language proficiency for non-native
English language speakers planning to study in
universities in the U.S., to apply for a visa, to
gain employment, and more. Testing sessions
fill quickly so make your appointment as soon
as possible! Register and schedule to test at our
location by going to
www.toefl.org.
AL
Bisdorf Building
5000 Dawes Ave., Room 230
Alexandria, VA
703-845-6880
PRAXIS® & School Leadership Series® (CED):
Complete your professional assessment
requirement for a teaching, school principal,
or school superintendent’s license by taking the
corresponding PRAXIS or School Leadership
Series exam. To register and schedule to test at
our location, go to www.praxis.org. For detailed
information about which exam you must take, go to
www.doe.virginia.gov.
External Proctoring Services (CED & AL):
Our services are designed for students taking
courses at other institutions or online courses,
business professionals, employee candidates, or
anyone who needs an exam proctored. We are
able to proctor both paper and internet-based
exams for individuals and groups by appointment.
(Prices may vary depending upon type of service
requested.)
Scheduling/Registration/Payment:
To request an appointment for CLEP, DSST, and
external proctoring services, send an email to
workforcetestcenter@nvcc.edu. In the subject
line indicate in which location you wish to
complete your exam and the type of service
you are requesting. For example: CED-External
Proctoring or Alexandria-CLEP. Include your
contact information, preferred test date, name of
school or business sponsoring the test, test name
and format (paper/internet-based). You will
receive a response within two business days with
specific registration and payment information. For
information visit
www.nvcc.edu/wdce/alexandria/specialized.
Kryterion® (CED):
This network includes industry certification exams
from sponsors such as the National Contract
Management Association, Salesforce.com, ITIL®,
the Construction Management Association of
America, the International Association of Privacy
Professionals, and many more! Register and
schedule to test at our location by going to
www.kryteriononline.com.
NOCTI® Business Solutions & Manufacturing
Skill Standards Council (MSSC); (CED):
Active military and returning veterans can earn
industry recognition as a Certified Production
Technician or a Certified Logistics Technician.
Register and schedule to test at our location at
candidates.msscusa.org.
NOVA is a member of the
National College Testing Association.
Enroll online at
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
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IT & Computer
Skills
Computer Fundamentals
35
Microsoft Office & Computer
Applications36
Business Skills
41
Linux & UNIX
42
Certifications & Prep
43
AutoCAD & Revit
47
Application Development
48
Database Systems
49
Networking & Communications 51
54
Web Design & Development
56
Multimedia & Filmmaking
65
NOVA’s “TRiP” Program
69
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Cyber Security
Excellent!
Most satisfying &
valuable!
MS Word Intro student
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Alexandria Campus | 703–845–6280
Annandale Campus | 703–323–3168
Loudoun Campus | 703–450–2551
Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
Computer Fundamentals
SAVE
Troubleshoot Like a Geek!
NEW
Computer Keyboarding
for Beginners
Take control of your entire PC system! Learn
how to troubleshoot your PC for the most
irritating problems. Understand the secrets
of the startup files and give new life to your
old PC. Learn the quickest and best ways to
maintain your current equipment, and the
most efficient, cost-effective ways to upgrade
aging PC systems. You’ll learn about basic
system components and architecture using
live PCs with a variety of operating systems.
The installation problems for hardware and
software are also covered. Tuition includes
the course handbook and the use of a thumb
drive for all hands-on exercises.
Facebook, Twitter & Google+
for Absolute Beginners
ITEC 1935 / 1.2 CEU / $299
ITEC 1443 / 1.2 CEU / $399
It’s time to stop the hunt and peck method.
Learn to touch type using MS Word 2013,
or improve your existing skills, by locating
the alphabetic and numeric keys–without
looking! Learn and understand basic
proofreading symbols used when editing.
Increase your job skills and decrease typing
time. Bring a bag lunch for a ½ hour lunch
break. Register by Feb 23 and save $50!
ITEC 1945 / 2.0 CEU / $269
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 143
Mon – Fri, Mar 9 – 13
9:30 am – 2 pm
Instructor: Karen Szymanski
Register by Feb 23 and pay only $219!
(after Feb 23 pay $269 – section 02M)
Windows Fundamentals
This course covers the basics of using a PC.
Learn how to personalize your computer by
changing the desktop background and theme,
setting text sizes, and creating shortcuts
and adding gadgets. Learn all about file
management including how to properly
create, name, save, move, delete, copy and
search for files. Learn keyboard shortcuts,
and other time saving techniques. Become
familiar with the features and layout of the
operating system. Inexperienced computer
users or those who are new to the Windows
Operating System, will benefit from this class.
Handouts provided. Required: Please bring a
flash drive to class.
ITEC 1531 / 0.3 CEU / $115
»» 01L Reston Center, 319
Wed, Jan 28
6:30 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: Jennifer Horton
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 143
Wed, Mar 18
9:30 am – 12:30 pm
Instructor: Karen Szymanski
»» 02L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Thu, Apr 23
6:30 – 9:30 pm
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Tue, Apr 21 – May 5
6 – 10 pm
Instructor: David Campbell, MCITP,
MCTS, A+, NET+, Security+
There are hundreds of social media tools
available on the Web, and Facebook, Twitter
and Google+ are three of the most popular.
Get an introduction to setting up accounts
on these social media sites and the basics of
using each. This class is for those who know
absolutely nothing about Facebook, Twitter
and Google+ and/or who may have set up
accounts on one or all of these social media
sites, but have never actually posted any
content to these sites.
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Sat, May 2 – 16
10 am – 2 pm
Instructor: Faydra D. Fields, BA,
Web Designer/Developer
Help Desk Analyst – I
Get all of the necessary skills required to
provide high quality service as a Tier I Help
Desk and Desktop Support Services tech.
You’ll learn effective incident resolution
processes, how to provide efficient onsite
and remote technical services, and industry
best practice troubleshooting methodologies.
You’ll also gain practical experience by
performing Windows imaging, configuring
user profiles and network settings, mapping
network drives, troubleshooting Windows
OS, restoring permanently deleted data,
configuring MS Outlook and shared
mailboxes, setting up network printers,
troubleshooting printer and projector
hardware, Bare-metal restore, using ticketing
systems and monitoring networks using
Wireshark.
ITEC 1476 / 0.6 CEU / $195
»» 01L Reston Center, 319
Sat, Apr 18
Instructor: Ahmad Cheema
9 am – 4 pm
IT and computer
courses are popular
and fill quickly.
Enroll today!
Enroll online at
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
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IT & Computer Skills
Microsoft Office & Computer Applications
Microsoft Office & Computer Applications
Access – Introduction
Publisher
NEW
Get an introduction to relational database
management systems. You’ll learn the
basics of Access 2013 including the design
of database tables and how to prepare table
structures. Data types are covered in detail,
as well as data entry procedures. Basic input/
output forms will be designed using the form
wizard and Access reports generated using the
report and label wizards. You’ll also learn how
to extract information from a database table
using the Access query design screen. Tuition
covers the course handbook and the use of
a thumb drive for all hands-on exercises.
The course will be taught using Office 2013.
Prerequisite: Windows course or extensive
experience using Windows.
If you’ve used previous versions of Publisher
in the past, we’ll show you what’s new and
how to make the best use of the latest features.
If this is your first time using Publisher, don’t
worry. We’re going to start at the beginning
and teach you everything you need to know.
Use Publisher like a pro to create stunning
publications from your computer–even if you
don’t have graphics design experience.
Excel Formulas for Beginners
ITEC 1591 / 0.8 CEU / $259
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Tue, Jan 13 & 20
6 – 10 pm
Instructor: David Campbell, MCITP,
MCTS, A+, NET+, Security+
»» 01L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Tue & Wed, May 19 & 20
Instructor: Jennifer Horton
6 – 10 pm
Access – Intermediate
Learn to create and use a variety of queries,
and do extensive editing of forms and reports.
The high point of this course is learning when
and how to create multiple database tables and
join them effectively. You’ll join up to three
database tables and retrieve selected data.
Forms and reports are generated from queries
based on joined tables. Macros are introduced
as a way to automate many of the daily
database functions such as menu creation.
Tuition covers the course handbook and use
of a thumb drive for all hands-on exercises.
The course will be taught using Office 2013.
Prerequisite: Intro to MS Access course or
extensive experience with MS Access.
ITEC 1663 / 0.6 CEU / $199
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus
Sat, May 16
9 am – 4 pm
Instructor: Yvonne Morton, MS Certified
Trainer
ITEC 1300 / 0.2 CEU / $79
Excel – The Power of PivotTables
Excel’s PivotTable feature is a powerful tool
that makes it easy to tabulate and summarize
spreadsheet data, particularly if it changes a
lot. It can provide an excellent data snapshot
and is helpful in producing management
information. PivotTables let you automatically
sum, rearrange, filter, generate, and extract
important information from a large table. You
get almost unlimited scope to display your
data any way you wish. Its “drag-and-drop”
tools can reduce hours of data manipulation
to seconds. Learn how to create and work with
PivotTables, saving time extracting, organizing,
and summarizing meaningful data. Discover
how to perform a variety of calculations,
add report filters, change the structure/
format of the PivotTable report, and create
PivotChart graphical reports. The course will
be taught using Office 2013.Tuition includes all
materials. Please bring a flash drive to class.
»» 01L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Tue–Thu, June 2 – 4
Instructor: Jennifer Horton
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»» 01L Reston Center
Wed, Mar 18
Instructor: Scott Wood
Office Readiness
MANASSAS
You need top-notch skills to compete in
today’s job market. This certificate enables
you to obtain the skills you need to begin
a career, advance in a current position,
or gain professional confidence in any
work environment. You’ll not only explore
the power of Microsoft Office but also
gain valuable skills using Windows and
Outlook. Individual courses may be taken
without pursuing the certificate program.
Questions? Call 703-257-6631.
Required Courses:
ITEC 1910 / 0.35 CEU / $129
• Windows Fundamentals
»» 01L Reston Center, 319
Wed, Apr 8 & 15
6:45 – 8:30 am
6:30 – 8:30 am
CERTIFICATE
Instructor: Veronica Ortiz, MOS
ITEC 1592 / 1.2 CEU / $389
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Tue, Jan 27 – Feb 10
6 – 10 pm
Instructor: David Campbell, MCITP,
MCTS, A+, NET+, Security+
This course is designed for the Excel user
who is intimidated by the concept of
formulas and functions. You will learn to
write simple formulas by hand, how to use
the AutoSum feature, the importance of the
order of operations, how to use AutoFill to
copy formulas, and the difference between
absolute and relative referencing. We will
also explore the built-in functions to perform
more complex calculations. The course will
be taught using Office 2013. Prerequisites:
Students should be familiar with the Excel
environment and how to enter data.
• Outlook Basics
• Microsoft Office Boot Camp
• Access Basics
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Mon, May 4
6 – 9:30 pm
»» 02L Reston Center, 319
Mon, May 11
6 – 9:30 pm
Courses may be taken individually or as
part of the certificate program.
6 – 10 pm
Alexandria Campus | 703–845–6280
Annandale Campus | 703–323–3168
Loudoun Campus | 703–450–2551
Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
IT & Computer Skills
Microsoft Office & Computer Applications
Windows Fundamentals
SAVE
See page 35 for course description.
Microsoft Office Boot Camp
ITEC 1531 / 0.3 CEU / $115
If you want to re-enter the job market and
need to update your skills, this course is
designed for you! Employers consider this an
ideal course for new employees or employees
interested in gaining new skills for promotion.
Produce documents (Word), spreadsheets
(Excel) and presentations (PowerPoint)
using MS Office 2013. Learn how to enhance
reports and projects using customized
fonts, bullets, borders, graphic objects,
headers/footers and indents. Create, edit
and print spreadsheets. Learn the basics of
formulas, functions and charts. Produce slide
presentations with animation. Move easily
between programs and integrate material.
Discover useful tips and tricks when working
with these three programs. The course will
be taught using Office 2013. All materials are
included. Bring a thumb drive and bag lunch
for ½ hour lunch break. Prerequisite: Solid
working knowledge of Windows and strong
computer skills. Register by Mar 9 and save
$50!
Outlook Basics
Use Outlook e-mail features to send/receive,
reply to and forward e-mail messages. Find
out how to format, track messages and
create auto-signatures. Learn to attach files
to messages and open and save attached
files. Discover how to use the calendar
feature, manage contacts, create and send
appointments and schedule meetings. Use
Outlook options to work with tasks, add and
utilize voting buttons and change message
appearance. Customize your Outlook work
area, use the Navigation Pane, and work with
search options. Find out how to organize
items with filters and categories. Learn how to
use address books and how to archive e-mail.
ITEC 1948 / 0.6 CEU / $149
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 143
Tue, Apr 7
9 am – 4 pm
Instructor: Yvonne Morton, MS Certified
Trainer
ITEC 1425 / 2.8 CEU / $559
Access Basics
“
Become familiar with a database management
system using MS Access 2013. Discover how
to build a data table and examine its contents
through queries, forms and reports. Please
bring a thumb drive to class. Prerequisite:
Working knowledge of Windows.
ITEC 1460 / 0.4 CEU / $109
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 143
Wed, Apr 1
9:30 am – 1:30 pm
Instructor: Karen Szymanski
Karen
Szymanski
– MS Office Instructor –
Karen Szymanski observes that keeping
current with computer software and
technology skills is essential in today’s
competitive job market. She believes
our Workforce courses are an asset to
any resume. Karen brings more than
25 years of teaching experience to the
classroom. When not teaching, Karen
shares her talents by volunteering with
youth programs and enjoys boating and
horseback riding.
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 143
Mon – Fri, Mar 23 – 27 9:30 am – 3:30 pm
Instructor: Karen Szymanski
Register by Mar 9 and pay only $509!
(after Mar 9 pay $559 – section 02M)
I have taken a couple of
other computer classes.
This by far was superior.
The format of 5 consecutive
days makes a big difference.
The instructor was
phenomenal.
Microsoft Office Boot Camp student
Enroll online at
“
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 143
Wed, Mar 18
9:30 am – 12:30 pm
Instructor: Karen Szymanski
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
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IT & Computer Skills
Microsoft Office & Computer Applications
CERTIFICATE
Microsoft Office
ANNANDALE, ALEXANDRIA, LOUDOUN, MANASSAS, WOODBRIDGE
This certificate emphasizes end user proficiency with the key components of the MS Office Suite. If you are interested in earning a Microsoft
Office Specialist (MOS) certification, these courses will help prepare you for that exam. Students must have a basic working knowledge of
Windows to participate in this certificate program. Students completing this certificate program are required to complete a comprehensive
exercise demonstrating proficiency in MS Office.
Required Courses:
• Microsoft Word – Introduction
• Microsoft PowerPoint – Introduction
• Microsoft Excel – Introduction
• Microsoft Word – Intermediate
• Microsoft PowerPoint – Intermediate
• Microsoft Excel – Intermediate
Courses may be taken individually or as part of the certificate program. Courses may be taken at any campus.
Word – Introduction
Word – Intermediate
PowerPoint – Introduction
This course is designed for both new users
and those who want to “fill in the gaps” of
their knowledge of Word. You’ll become
familiar with the Office 2013 environment
including the Ribbon, Quick Access
toolbar, and other features. Learn to create
documents, format text, adjust margins and
other basic layout elements; copy and paste
within a single document; use the spelling
check and grammar check tools; and preview
and print documents. Discover how to
effectively use tabs, indentations, and bulleted
and numbered lists. Course manual provided.
Prerequisite: Basic Windows skills.
Extend your knowledge of Word and increase
your efficiency. Learn how to create multicolumn formats; apply desktop publishing
features such as borders and shading; apply
Styles; create and format tables; use the Track
Changes feature; and perform a mail merge.
You’ll also learn to use the Reference tools to
automatically create a bibliography, a Table
of Contents, and an Index. The course will
be taught using Office 2013. Course manual
provided. Prerequisite: Word – Introduction
or a working knowledge of the topics covered
in that class.
Get an introduction to the basics of creating
and displaying PowerPoint presentations. You’ll
learn to create a presentation using a design
theme including working with backgrounds,
layouts, placeholders, text, clip art and images.
Discover how to run a presentation in many
different ways including using markup and
setting up a presentation to run automatically.
The course will be taught using Office 2013.
Course manual provided. Prerequisites:
Entry-level knowledge of Windows and basic
mouse and keyboard skills.
ITEC 1584 / 0.6 CEU / $199
ITEC 1585 / 0.6 CEU / $199
»» 01A Alexandria Campus, AE 210
Sat, Feb 28
9 am – 4 pm
Instructor: Tim Eichers
»» 01L Reston Center, 319
Tue & Wed, Feb 17 & 18 6:30 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: Jennifer Horton
»» 01L Reston Center, 319
Tue & Wed, Feb 3 & 4
Instructor: Scott Wood
6:30 – 9:30 pm
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 143
Sat, Feb 7
9 am – 4 pm
Instructor: Salvatore DeGennaro
»» 01A Alexandria Campus, AE 210
Sat, Feb 21
9 am – 4 pm
Instructor: Tim Eichers
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus, WC 334
Sat, Mar 28
9 am – 4 pm
Instructor: Yvonne Morton, MS Certified
Trainer
ITEC 1589 / 0.6 CEU / $199
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 143
Sat, Mar 21
9 am – 4 pm
Instructor: Salvatore DeGennaro
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus, WC 334
Sat, Feb 28
9 am – 4 pm
Instructor: Yvonne Morton, MS Certified
Trainer
»» 01L Reston Center, 319
Tue & Wed, Mar 24 & 25
Instructor: Scott Wood
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 143
Sat, Mar 7
9 am – 4 pm
Instructor: Salvatore DeGennaro
6:30 – 9:30 pm
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus, WC 334
Sat, Apr 4
9 am – 4 pm
Instructor: Yvonne Morton, MS Certified
Trainer
»» 01A Alexandria Campus, AE 210
Sat, Mar 21
9 am – 4 pm
Instructor: Tim Eichers
Parking on all campuses is free on weekends and weekdays after 4 pm in B (Student) lots only.
Parking permits are not required at off-campus locations.
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Alexandria Campus | 703–845–6280
Annandale Campus | 703–323–3168
Loudoun Campus | 703–450–2551
Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
IT & Computer Skills
Microsoft Office & Computer Applications
Spotlight
Student Success
How NOVA Helped ThuyTien Achieve her Dream Career
“I’ve worked in the Administrative field for four years and decided it was time to refresh my skills. I chose
Workforce Development because they offer a variety of classes – from basic to advanced training. In
addition, Workforce offers lots of classes at different times and start dates which fit my busy schedule as a
mother with a full-time job. I completed the Notary course and then decided it was time to brush up on
my Microsoft Office skills. I took one or two courses each semester; and in Spring 2013, I successfully completed all the requirements to
earn my Microsoft Office Certificate. Workforce programs helped to boost my confidence level and I’m sure assist me in my dream career
position as the Executive Assistant to the Manassas Campus Provost of Northern Virginia Community College.”
ThuyTien Ngo-Nguyen, Microsoft Office Certificate Program Graduate
PowerPoint – Intermediate
Excel – Introduction
Excel – Intermediate
Build on your introductory course knowledge.
Learn to use: tables, charts, shapes, embedded
files, linked files, word art, narrations,
animations, sound files, video files, action
buttons, hyperlinks, and preset slide timings.
You’ll also learn how to create a custom
design theme and how to save a presentation
in such a way that the supporting files such as
sound and video do not become disconnected
from the presentation. The course will be
taught using Office 2013. Course manual
provided. Prerequisite: PowerPoint –
Introduction or a working knowledge of the
topics covered in that class.
This course is designed for both new users
and those who want to become more
efficient users of Excel. Explore the basics of
spreadsheet design and layout as well as tips,
tricks and shortcuts. You’ll learn how to add,
rename and organize spreadsheets; add and
format data; copy and paste data; insert/delete
rows and columns; sort data; and create a
simple chart. A key component of the course
will be learning to manually write formulas
and insert built-in functions. Course manual
provided. The course will be taught using
Office 2013. Prerequisite: Basic Windows
skills. Annandale section – please bring a
flash drive to class.
Build on the skills developed in the
introductory class. More advanced aspects of
spreadsheet design and layout are covered.
Learn advanced formatting techniques
including conditional formatting and
creating your own style. You’ll work with
multiple spreadsheets and workbooks, apply
3-D formulas and functions, and learn how
to customize and edit charts. Also get an
introduction to the database features of Excel,
such as multi-criteria sorting and filtering
data, Lookup functions, and Outlining.
Course manual provided. The course will
be taught using Office 2013. Prerequisite:
Excel – Introduction or a strong working
knowledge of the topics covered in that class.
Annandale section – please bring a flash drive
to class
ITEC 1590 / 0.6 CEU / $199
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus, WC 334
Sat, Mar 7
9 am – 4 pm
Instructor: Yvonne Morton, MS Certified
Trainer
ITEC 1586 / 0.6 CEU / $199
»» 01A Alexandria Campus, AE 210
Sat, Mar 28
9 am – 4 pm
Instructor: Tim Eichers
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 143
Sat, Feb 21
9 am – 4 pm
Instructor: Salvatore DeGennaro
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Mon, Mar 2 & 9
6:30 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: Veronica Ortiz, MOS
»» 01L Reston Center, 319
Tue & Wed, Apr 7 & 8
6:30 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: Jennifer Horton
»» 01L Reston Center, 319
Tue & Wed, Mar 3 & 4
Instructor: Scott Wood
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 143
Sat, Apr 11
9 am – 4 pm
Instructor: Salvatore DeGennaro
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 143
Sat, Apr 25
9 am – 4 pm
Instructor: Salvatore DeGennaro
»» 01A Alexandria Campus, AE 210
Tue, Apr 7 & 14
6:30 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: Tim Eichers
»» 01L Reston Center, 319
Tue & Wed, Apr 14 & 15
Instructor: Scott Wood
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus, WC 334
Sat, Apr 25
9 am – 4 pm
Instructor: Yvonne Morton, MS Certified
Trainer
»» 01A Alexandria Campus, AE 210
Tue, Apr 21 & 28
6:30 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: Tim Eichers
Comprehensive Intro
to MS Project
See page 8 for details.
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Mon, Jan 26 & Feb 9
6:30 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: Veronica Ortiz, MOS
6:30 – 9:30 pm
ITEC 1587 / 0.6 CEU / $199
6:30 – 9:30 pm
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus, WC 334
Sat, May 2
9 am – 4 pm
Instructor: Yvonne Morton, MS Certified
Trainer
Enroll online at
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
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IT & Computer Skills
Microsoft Office & Computer Applications
Excel – Advanced
QuickBooks in the Cloud
Build upon your skills from the intermediate
class. Learn to work with and manage large
spreadsheets, how to import data from
other sources, how to export data to other
applications such as MS Word, and how
to record and modify simple macros to
automate tasks. You’ll also learn to create
Scenarios to do what-if analysis, advanced
database features, such as the Index and
Match functions, Array formulas and an
introduction to Pivot tables. Course manual
will be provided. The course will be taught
using Office 2013. Prerequisite: Excel –
Intermediate or a strong working knowledge
of the topics covered in that class. Annandale
section – please bring a flash drive to class.
QuickBooks Online is the world’s premier
cloud-based accounting program. It’s always
up-to-date and accessible from multiple
gadgets (web, tablet, mobile). It’s a mobile
and web experience that works however
and wherever you do. It can be used by
accounting professionals to provide a full
range of services and can also accommodate
small business owners who have no prior
experience in bookkeeping and accounting
practices. This course will focus on
QuickBooks Online but most of the topics
covered also apply to the desktop version of
QuickBooks as well.
This course is not required for the Microsoft
Office Certificate.
ITEC 1479 / 0.6 CEU / $199
Instructor: Yvonne Morton, Certified QB
ProAdvisor
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park
Sat, Feb 7
ITEC 1588 / 0.6 CEU / $199
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Mon, Apr 13 & 20
6:30 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: Veronica Ortiz, MOS
»» 01L Reston Center, 319
Tue & Wed, May 5 & 6
Instructor: Scott Wood
Business Accounting Using QB
Accountant 2013 – Level II
6:30 – 9:30 pm
Business Accounting Using
QB Accountant 2013 – Level I
This hands-on computerized accounting
course will help you understand the
accounting process used by businesses. Real
world business transactions will be entered,
using a fictitious business. Highlights include
reconciling the bank account and end-ofperiod procedures. You will gain confidence
in recording business transactions for a
small to mid-size business and be able to use
QuickBooks Pro in a real-world situation.
Bring a thumb drive. Prerequisite: Computer
skills & knowledge of bookkeeping/accounting.
»» 01L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Sat, Jan 24 – Mar 21
10 am – 12 pm
(No class Mar 14)
Instructor: Brown Dixon, Certified QB
ProAdvisor
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Wed & Thu, Jan 28 – Feb 12
6:30 – 9:10 pm
Instructor: Yvonne Morton, Certified QB
ProAdvisor
No textbook required
ITEC 1444 / 1.6 CEU / $359
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus, WC 334
Wed & Thu, Feb 25 – Mar 12
6:30 – 9:10 pm
Instructor: Yvonne Morton, Certified QB
ProAdvisor
No textbook required
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 143
Tue & Thu, Jan 20 – Feb 12
7 – 9 pm
Instructor: Brown Dixon, Certified QB
ProAdvisor
»» 02M Manassas Innovation Park, 143
Tue & Thu, Apr 14 – May 7
7 – 9 pm
Instructor: Brown Dixon, Certified QB
ProAdvisor
Req. Textbook: QuickBooks Fundamentals Learning
Guide 2013
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Alexandria Campus | 703–845–6280
Annandale Campus | 703–323–3168
9 am – 4 pm
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus, WC 334
Sat, Mar 21
9 am – 4 pm
Loudoun Campus | 703–450–2551
Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
You are now ready to explore some of the
advanced features which will enable you to
make better business decisions. Accomplish
tasks such as producing accounting and
business management reports using the
profit and loss and balance sheet statements,
vendor list, item list plus tracking and
producing inventory reports. Set up and
maintain a company file which will reinforce
your understanding of a majority of the key
concepts of Level I and II: setting up lists,
items, customizing preferences, working with
charts of accounts, making adjustments to
accounts and year-end procedures. Bring a
thumb drive. Prerequisite: Bookkeeping &
Level I course.
Instructor: Brown Dixon, Certified QB ProAdvisor
Req. Textbook: QuickBooks Fundamentals Learning
Guide 2013
ITEC 1462 / 1.6 CEU / $359
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 143
Tue & Thu, Mar 10 – Apr 2
»» 01L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Sat, Apr 4 – May 23
7 – 9 pm
10 am – 12 pm
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
IT & Computer Skills
Business Skills
Business Skills
NEW
NEW
How to Analyze
Technology Needs
ScrumMaster Workshop
Small business owners often make costly
mistakes when choosing technology for their
businesses because they don’t understand how
to assess their technology needs. Explore how
to define and write a requirements document
that will help you choose a technology
solution that fits both your needs and budget.
Learn how to define functional business
requirements using a standard template and
use that document to select a technology
vendor. Then, discover how to read a standard
technology contract so you can avoid some
of the common pitfalls when working with
technology vendors.
ITEC 1493 / 0.8 CEU / $259
»» 01L Reston Center
Thu, Mar 19 & 26
Instructor: Joey Gupta
6 – 10 pm
NEW
ITIL® Foundation
IT Professionals, IT Support Staff,
Application, Project and Business Managers,
and any member of an IT team involved in
the delivery of IT Services will benefit from
this exciting and dynamic course. Get an
introduction to the lifecycle of managing IT
services delivered to business expectations.
ITIL® provides businesses with a customizable
framework of best practices to achieve quality
service and overcome difficulties associated
with growth of IT systems. This course covers
the latest version of core ITIL® best practices,
will introduce you to the fundamentals of IT
Service Management as described in the IT
Infrastructure Library and help you prepare
for the certification exam.
Req. Textbook: ITIL Foundation Exam Study Guide
ITEC 1307 / 2.25 CEU / $1,259
»» 01L Reston Center
Mon – Wed, Apr 6 – 8 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Instructor: Sayed Hussaini, PMP, CSM,
CISSP, CISA, CISM, CGEIT, CRISC
Explore the basic principles of the Scrum
framework. You’ll practice Scrum with
hands-on exercises using 59-minute Scrum,
and participate in Scrum simulations. Learn
how to become an effective ScrumMaster
in leading the Scrum team to be productive
at a sustainable pace. Real-world examples
are presented and discussed throughout the
entire course. The instructor will stay close to
the Scrum framework recommended by the
Scrum Alliance and the inventors of Scrum.
After completing this course, you will be
able to lead your Scrum team effectively and
efficiently. You will also learn how to combine
Scrum and Extreme Programming to create
and sustain a high performance team. You
will earn 14 PDUs upon completing this
course. NOTE: This course is not a Certified
ScrumMaster (SCM) course.
ITEC 1499 / 1.4 CEU / 14 PDU / $695
»» 01L Reston Center
Thu & Fri, Feb 26 & 27
9 am – 5 pm
Instructor: Kiet Tran, PhD, PMP, CSP, SPC
Certified Scrum Developer
Workshop – Agile
Engineering Practices
Agile development using Scrum is a framework
providing a set of principles/practices
that help teams deliver products in short
cycles. It enables fast feedback, continuous
improvement, and rapid adaptation to
change. Scrum is a leading Agile development
framework for software development. Get an
understanding of how to be a ScrumMaster,
a Product Owner, and/or a team member
on a Scrum team. Also, discover a set of best
practices that you can make use of right away
in your organization. Scaled Agile Framework
(SAFe) and ScrumXP will be introduced as
methods for scaling Agile to the enterprise.
You will earn 14 PDUs upon completing this
course. NOTE: This course is not a Certified
ScrumMaster (SCM) course.
Certified Scrum Developers have
demonstrated, through a combination
of formal training and a technical skills
assessment, that they have a working
understanding of Scrum principles and have
developed specialized Agile engineering
skills. You’ll learn how to become effective
Scrum developers working in a highly
collaborative team, as well as how to use pair
work/programming to craft high-quality
software products. Behavioral and test-driven
development techniques will be introduced.
In this hands-on, highly interactive course,
you’ll be expected to build a simple, but
complete, end-to-end enterprise application
using C# or Java. At completion, you’ll
be eligible to become a Certified Scrum
Developer authorized by the Scrum Alliance.
You will earn 21 PDUs upon completing this
course. NOTE: Eligible candidates may pay
an additional fee to become a Certified Scrum
Developer (CSD). Details will be provided by
your instructor.
ITEC 1477 / 1.4 CEU / 14 PDU / $695
ITEC 1488 / 2.1 CEU / 21 PDU / $1,195
»» 01L Reston Center
Thu & Fri, Mar 26 & 27
9 am – 5 pm
Instructor: Kiet Tran, PhD, PMP, CSP, SPC.
»» 01L Reston Center
Wed – Fri, Jan 28 –30
9 am – 5 pm
Instructor: Kiet Tran, PhD, PMP, CSP, SPC
Agile Software Development
with Scrum Workshop
Enroll online at
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
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IT & Computer Skills
Linux & UNIX
Linux & UNIX
Linux Programming –
Fundamentals
CERTIFICATE
Linux is the world’s fastest growing desktop
OS. Data from over a thousand hiring
managers found that 77 % have “hiring Linux
talent” on their list of priorities for 2014.
Course content includes understanding the
program development life cycle, working
with hands-on LINUX commands such
as ufs and partitioning, understanding
binaries, executables and special device files,
and configuring file permissions for security.
You’ll also get an understanding of file
structure and editors, combining and sorting
files, creating script files, using pipe operator,
unique commands, difference command,
printing and formatting output, environment,
shell and configuration variables, shell
operators (math, relational, redirection),
and understanding various types of logic:
sequential, case, decision, looping.
Opt. Textbook: Guide to UNIX with Linux, 4th Ed.
ITEC 1487 / 2.1 CEU / $479
»» 01L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Sat, Feb 21 –Mar 7
9 am – 5 pm
Instructor: Rupen Shah, PMP, GSO CIO
Certified, Masters in Information Systems
UNIX Commands &
Shell Programming
UNIX Boot Camp
LOUDOUN
Attend NOVA’s UNIX Boot Camp and be
ready to use UNIX in the real world in
approximately six weeks! This program
is designed for students pursuing
careers in system management, system
administration, configuration management,
project management, database
management, system programming and
network management and operations.
These UNIX classes cover operational,
system and management commands which
will be a valuable asset in understanding
Cloud computing and server management.
Our UNIX instructor has more than 20
years’ experience in both working with
a variety of systems and college level
teaching. Our UNIX classes provide a
significant depth of knowledge, and you’ll
gain the skills you need to advance your
career in a short amount of time. The UNIX
Boot Camp provides you with skills to
develop UNIX shell script and programs,
and manage and administer UNIX system
environments, including networking.
Required Courses:
If you have no background in the UNIX
Operating System, this new longer course
is designed for you. You’ll learn everything
from the fundamentals of a UNIX system,
a necessary and sufficient set of UNIX
Commands, and the key editor vi, to UNIX
Shell as a programming language. Topics
will include a practical discussion of UNIX
Shell interpretation, execution and Shell
procedures. Upon completion, you’ll be able
to start using UNIX commands and UNIX
Shell to create and execute Shell scripts.
Tuition includes all course materials.
• UNIX Level I – Introduction
• UNIX Level II – Shell Scripts
& Advanced Commands
• UNIX Level III – System Management
• UNIX IV – Administration I
6 – 10 pm
Alexandria Campus | 703–845–6280
Annandale Campus | 703–323–3168
In a lecture/hands-on lab format, learn the
fundamentals of the UNIX (Solaris)/LINUX
operating system basic structure, services and
components. Topics include: UNIX functional
characteristics; filing system; electronic office
(electronic mail, filing, news); operating
security; utilities; and the necessary and
sufficient set of commands to use the UNIX/
LINUX operating system. The latest Solaris
UNIX operating system is used in the lab.
Some exercises are performed on the LINUX
platform. Register by Jan 8 and save $30!
ITEC 1810 / 1.2 CEU / $459
»» 01L Loudoun Campus
Fri, Jan 23
6 – 10 pm
Sat, Jan 24
9 am – 6 pm
Instructor: Hashem Anwari
Register by Jan 8 and pay only $429!
(after Jan 8 pay $459 – section 02L)
SAVE
UNIX Level II – Shell Scripts &
Advanced Commands
This course is a continuation of UNIX/
LINUX Level I and is focused on users who
have some background in UNIX. The course
covers the UNIX (Solaris)/LINUX operating
system. Material includes: file creation and
editing, vi editor, shell functioning, command
and operations, characteristics and structure,
I/O redirection of designated process and
errors, writing shell scripts and functions to
accomplish operational tasks, shell variable
applications, shell script debugging and
programming, environmental control,
customization, and initial file configurations.
sh, ksh and bash will be used. This is a lecture/
hands-on format using the latest Solaris
UNIX and LINUX operating systems in the
lab. Register by Jan 15 and save $30!
»» 01L Loudoun Campus
Fri, Jan 30
6 – 9 pm
Sat, Jan 31
9 am – 4 pm
Instructor: Hashem Anwari
Register by Jan 15 and pay only $399!
(after Jan 15 pay $429 – section 02L)
ITEC 1572 / 3.2 CEU / $729
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UNIX Level I – Introduction
ITEC 1811 / 0.95 CEU / $429
Opt. Textbook: UNIX Shell Programming, 4th Ed.
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Wed, Feb 4 – Apr 1
(No class Mar 11)
Instructor: Hung Vu, MS
SAVE
Loudoun Campus | 703–450–2551
Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
IT & Computer Skills
Certifications & Prep
SAVE
Certifications & Prep
UNIX Level III – System
Management
This is a continuation of UNIX/LINUX
Level II with focus on more advanced
shell programming. The course covers
the UNIX (Solaris)/LINUX operating
system. Information includes: customizing
environments, developing menu script for
users, database handling, multi-program
integration, control flow structure, system
management basics, maintenance (using
SCCS/RCCS), system operations, introducing
awk programming, and file management and
integrity. This is a lecture/hands-on course
using the latest Solaris UNIX and LINUX
operating systems in the lab. Register by Feb
5 and save $30!
ITEC 1813 / 0.95 CEU / $429
»» 01L Loudoun Campus
Fri, Feb 20
6 – 9 pm
Sat, Feb 21
9 am – 4 pm
Instructor: Hashem Anwari
Register by Feb 5 and pay only $399!
(after Feb 5 pay $429 – section 02L)
SAVE
UNIX IV – Administration I
This course focuses on UNIX/LINUX System
Administration. Information includes: file
operations, processes priority, disk space
management configurations files, process
and program scheduling, users account
management and security, backup and
archives, managing systems, system files,
network planning, and system configuration
and management. The latest Solaris UNIX/
LINUX operating system is used in the lab.
Register by Feb 12 and save $30!
CompTIA® A+ Certification Preparation
Make the grade with CompTIA® A+ Certification! These four courses have been designed
to prepare you to become a qualified PC diagnostic and repair technician. They’ll also
prepare you to take the CompTIA® A+ Certification examinations. CompTIA® A+
Certification Prep Essentials – Software Parts 1 & 2 courses will be offered in the summer
2015 semester. Note: You can start with Software or Hardware. For information on
certification testing, go to www.prometric.com.
CompTIA® A+ Certification Prep
Essentials – Hardware – Part 1
CompTIA® A+ Certification Prep
Essentials – Hardware – Part 2
This is the first of four courses designed to
prepare you for the CompTIA® A+ Essentials
exam. The focus is PC hardware, including
the installation, configuration and upgrading
of PCs. Learn about safety and preventive
maintenance, and how to correctly diagnose
and troubleshoot PC problems. Each session
includes lecture, demonstration, hands-on
learning and testing. Prerequisites: Working
knowledge of computer hardware and
software.
This is the second of four courses designed
to prepare you for the CompTIA® A+
Essentials exam. The focus is PC hardware,
including motherboards, processors,
memory and printers. Also, learn about
portable systems, basic networking and how
to handle customers. Each session includes
lecture, demonstration, hands-on learning
and testing. Prerequisite: CompTIA® A+
Certification Prep Essentials - Part 1 or
equivalent experience.
Req. Textbook: CompTIA® A+ Complete Study
Guide, 2nd Ed.
Req. Textbook: CompTIA® A+ Complete Study
Guide, 2nd Ed.
ITEC 1782 / 1.6 CEU / $399
ITEC 1783 / 1.6 CEU / $399
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Tue, Feb 17 – Mar 10
6 – 10 pm
Instructor: David Campbell, MCITP,
MCTS, A+, NET+, Security+
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Tue, Mar 17 – Apr 7
6 – 10 pm
Instructor: David Campbell, MCITP,
MCTS, A+, NET+, Security+
ITEC 1814 / 0.95 CEU / $429
»» 01L Loudoun Campus
Fri, Feb 27
6 – 9 pm
Sat, Feb 28
9 am – 4 pm
Instructor: Hashem Anwari
Register by Feb 12 and pay only $399!
(after Feb 12 pay $429 – section 02L)
Enroll online at
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
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IT & Computer Skills
CERTIFICATE
CompTIA® A+ Computer
Service Technician
WOODBRIDGE
Gain the knowledge and essential skills you
need to become a successful computer
technician. This program also serves as an
excellent foundation program for other
certifications. A+ Certification is a nonvendor, non-product specific certification
program. It provides an industry-recognized
and valuable credential that may open doors
with prospective employers or lead to job
advancement opportunities. The courses
also prepare you to take the CompTIA ® A+
Certification Essential and Practical
Application exams. This two-course
program covers core hardware and
operating systems technologies. Upon
completion of this program, you will be able
to demonstrate basic knowledge of
configuring, installing, diagnosing,
repairing, upgrading, and maintaining
computers and associated technologies.
Required Courses:
• CompTIA® A+ Essentials
Part 1 (Hardware)
• CompTIA® A+ Part 2 (Software)
Add a Credential
to Your Resume!
NOVA offers a number of
professional and industry exams,
making it easy and convenient
to obtain a credential after
completing our preparatory
classes.
See page 33 for more
information on NOVA’s testing
services.
Certifications & Prep
CompTIA® A+ Essentials
Part 1 (Hardware)
CompTIA® Network+
Certification Prep
This course prepares you to take the hardware
portion of the CompTIA® A+ certification
which includes CompTIA® A+ Essentials
Exam 1 and Practical Application Exam 2.
Topics include installing, building, repairing,
configuring, troubleshooting, and preventive
maintenance of hardware. Through lectures
and labs, you’ll learn how to select parts
and build your own computer, configure,
troubleshoot, and maintain systems hardware.
At the end of course, you will build your own
personal computer. A list of required tools
will be distributed at the first class meeting.
Prerequisite: Working knowledge of personal
computers.
Get ready to take the latest CompTIA®
Network+ Certification Exam – N10-005.
Most companies recognize this certification
as the primary skill level for network
technicians. CompTIA® Network+ is vendor
neutral and provides you with a fundamental
understanding of computer networks,
including such topics as Network Media,
Topologies, Technologies and Devices,
Wireless Networking, Network Protocols
and Standards, Network Management, Tools,
Monitoring, Security and Troubleshooting.
Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of PCs.
Req. Textbook: CompTIA A+ Guide to Managing
and Maintaining Your PC, 8th Ed.
ITEC 1967 / 2.4 CEU / $599
ITEC 1782 / 3.2 CEU / $799
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus, WC 140
Mon, Mar 30 – May 18
6 – 10 pm
Instructor: Kwabena Konadu, MS, BS,
Security+, Network+, A+
CompTIA® A+ Part 2 (Software)
This hands-on course prepares you for
the hardware and software portions of the
CompTIA® A+ certification exam. Topics
include installing, building, repairing,
configuring, and troubleshooting. Through
lectures and labs, you will learn how to install
and set up operating systems, configure,
troubleshoot, maintain and manage hardware
using operating systems. Prerequisite:
Working knowledge of personal computers.
Req. Textbook: CompTIA A+ Guide to Managing
and Maintaining Your PC, 8th Ed.
ITEC 1623 / 3.2 CEU / $799
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus, WC 140
Thu, Apr 2 – May 21
6 – 10 pm
Instructor: Kwabena Konadu, MS, BS,
Security+, Network+, A+
Bundle & Save
CompTIA® A+ Parts 1 & 2
Save $50 by registering for both courses
at the same time!
ITEC 1463–01W / 6.4 CEU / $1,548
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Alexandria Campus | 703–845–6280
Annandale Campus | 703–323–3168
Loudoun Campus | 703–450–2551
Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
Opt. Textbook: CompTIA Network+ Study Guide,
2nd Ed.
»» 01L Reston Center
Sat, Feb 7 – Apr 11
9 am – 4 pm
This course will meet every other week.
Instructor: Chola Chhetri, MSc, MS,
Network+, Security+, CCSK
»» 01M Manassas Campus, Parrish 114
Sat, Feb 7 – 28
9 am – 4 pm
Instructor: Jim Kiker, BS, Network+,
Security+, CCNA, CCNP
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Sat, Apr 25 – May 16
9 am – 4 pm
Instructor: Kofi Mitchual, BA, A+, NET+,
Security+, MCP
CompTIA® Security+
Certification Prep
Get fully prepared to take the CompTIA®
Security+ certification exam. This certification
is recognized around the world as the first
level of computer security competence. You’ll
be introduced to five areas of concentration:
General Security Concepts (including
the wide variety of network attacks),
Communications Security, Infrastructure
Security, the basics of Cryptography, and
Operational Organizational Security.
Prerequisites: Some knowledge of Windows
operating systems, UNIX, Linux and
Solaris accounts, file systems and password
commands. A basic networking course is
recommended.
Req. Textbook: CompTIA Security+ Certification
Study Guide (Exam SY0-401)
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
IT & Computer Skills
Certifications & Prep
ITEC 1826 / 2.0 CEU / $559
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Fri, Apr 10 – May 1
10 am – 4 pm
Instructor: David Campbell, MCITP,
MCTS, A+, NET+, Security+
CompTIA® Security+
Certification Prep
Get fully prepared to take the CompTIA
Security+ (SY0-401) certification exam.
This hands-on course is taught in a boot
camp style. Practical lab exercises will help
you prepare for the certification exam while
gaining experience essential for IT Security
professionals. You will learn how to configure
and operate many different technical security
controls. You will configure your own
environment from the ground up. And you
will build your own virtual client and server
systems which will then be used to perform
live computer and network attacks. Sample
questions and exam prep will be included.
ITEC 1826 / 3.2 CEU / $799
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus, WC 140
Wed, Feb 11 – Apr 1
6 – 10 pm
Instructor: Kwabena Konadu, MS, BS,
Security+, Network+, A+
Req. Textbook: Security+ Guide to Network
Security Fundamentals, 5th Ed.
»» 01L Reston Center
Mon – Thu, Mar 9 – 12
9 am – 4:30 pm
Fri, Mar 13
9 am – 4:00 pm
Instructor: Sayed Hussaini, PMP, CSM,
CISSP, CISA, CISM, CGEIT, CRISC
Req. Textbook: CompTIA Security+ Study
Guide: SY0-401
»» 02L Reston Center
Sat, Apr 25 – May 30
9 am – 4:30 pm
(No class May 2)
Instructor: Chola Chhetri, MSc., MS,
Network+, Security+, CCSK
Does your class have
a required textbook?
Order your books
online:
nvcc.bncollege.com
SAVE
SAVE
ICND1 – 100-101
Interconnecting Cisco
Networking Devices – Part 1
ICND2 – 200-101
Interconnecting Cisco
Networking Devices – Part 2
This course is designed to prepare students
for the Interconnecting Cisco Networking
Devices Part 1 Exam (100-101 CCENT), the
first of two exams required for certification as
a Cisco Certified Network Associate (200120 CCNA Routing and Switching). Passing
this exam grants you certification as a Cisco
Certified Entry Networking Technician
(CCENT). You will utilize state-of-the-art
network simulators for hands-on practice
during supervised lab sessions. Topics
include Basic Networking, Routing and
Switching Fundamentals, TCP/IP and OSI
Models, IPv4 and IPv6 Addressing, WAN
Technologies, Command Line Interface for
IOS, NAT, and DHCP. If you’re preparing for
the Cisco Certified Network Associate Exam
(200-120 CCNA Routing and Switching) you
can take both ICND1 and ICND2 courses
concurrently. Register early and save $49!
This course is designed to prepare students
for the Interconnecting Cisco Networking
Devices Part 2 Exam (200-101 ICND2
Routing and Switching), the second of two
exams required for certification as a Cisco
Certified Network Associate (200-120 CCNA
Routing and Switching). You will utilize
state-of-the-art network simulators for handson practice during supervised lab sessions.
Topics include the Spanning Tree Protocol,
OSPF and EIGRP IP routing protocols for
IPv4 and IPv6, troubleshooting IPv4 and
IPv6 routing, Virtual Private Networks, and
implementing Point-to-Point and Frame
Relay WANs. If you’re preparing for the
Cisco Certified Network Associate Exam
(200-120 CCNA Routing and Switching) you
can take both ICND1 and ICND2 courses
concurrently. Register early and save $49!
ITEC 1506 / 3.0 CEU / $799
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Tue, Mar 10 – May 12
6 – 9 pm
Instructor: Paul Parker, BSCS, CCNA,
CCAI
Register by Feb 24 and pay only $750!
(after Feb 24 pay $799 – section 02N)
Req. Textbook: Cisco CCNA Routing and
Switching ICND2 200-101 Official Cert
Guide
Opt. Textbook: CCNA Routing and
Switching Portable Command Guide,
3rd Ed.
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Mon, Feb 2 – Apr 13
6 – 9 pm
(No class Feb 16)
Instructor: Paul Parker, BSCS, CCNA,
CCAI
Register by Jan 19 and pay only $750!
(after Jan 19 pay $799 – section 02N)
Req. Textbook: Cisco CCENT/CCNA
ICND1 100-101 Official Cert Guide
Opt. Textbook: CCNA Routing and
Switching Portable Command Guide,
3rd Ed.
»» 01M Manassas Campus, Parrish 114
Sat, Mar 21 – Apr 18
9 am – 4 pm
Instructor: James Kiker, BS, Network+,
Security+, CCNA, CCNP
Register by Mar 5 and pay only $750!
(after Mar 5 pay $799 – section 02M)
Req. Textbook: Cisco CCNA Routing and
Switching 200-120 Official Cert Guide
Library, Academic Edition
Opt. Textbook: CCENT ICND1 100-101
Flash Cards and Exam Practice Pack
ITEC 1507 / 3.0 CEU / $799
»» 01M Manassas Campus, Parrish 114
Sat, May 2 – 30
9 am – 4 pm
Instructor: James Kiker, BS, Network+,
Security+, CCNA, CCNP
Register by Apr 16 and pay only $750!
(after Apr 16 pay $799 – section 02M)
Req. Textbook: Cisco CCNA Routing and
Switching 200-120 Official Cert Guide
Library, Academic Edition
Opt. Textbook: CCNA Routing and
Switching 200-120 Flash Cards and Exam
Practice Pack
Coming Soon – Cisco Training in Woodbridge!
Call 703-878-5770 for more information.
Enroll online at
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
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IT & Computer Skills
Certifications & Prep
Networking Fundamentals
CERTIFICATE
Cisco Networking/CCNA Preparation
LOUDOUN
Learn and acquire hands-on skills in a real network environment to configure, operate, and
troubleshoot routed and switched networks and prepare for CCNA certification. Topics
include networking essentials; the TCP/IP and OSI models; IPv4/IPv6 addressing; IP routing
and LAN switching; network security and VPN; internetworking/WAN technologies;
configuring, operating and troubleshooting IOS devices; implementing OSPF and EIGRP;
extending switched networks with VLANS; managing IP traffic with Access Control Lists
(ACL); wireless networking fundamentals; and CCNA practice test and review. To complete
the CISCO Networking Certificate/CCNA Preparation program, participants must complete
the required five courses.
Opt. Textbook: Cisco CCNA Routing Switching 200-120 Official Cert Guide Library and
Switching Study Guide: Exams 100-101, 200-101, 200-120
Required Courses:
• Networking Fundamentals
• Cisco Router & IP Routing Protocols
• Network Security & Virtual Private Networks
• Switching Technologies & VLANs
• Wireless Networking & CCNA Test Review
Cisco Router & IP
Routing Protocols
Switching Technologies &
VLANs
Cisco routers are widely deployed in
enterprises and the Internet to support the
network infrastructure. Anyone interested
in networking must become familiar with
Cisco routers and IOS software. Taught by an
experienced network engineer with multiple
certifications, this course combines lecture
and hands-on labs to introduce the following
topics: router basics, router architecture and
hardware components, Cisco router IOS
software, IP routing protocols, configuration
and troubleshooting, router user interface,
and user and privileged mode commands.
In addition, examples are provided on how
Cisco routers are used in the “real” enterprise
environment.
Through lectures and hands-on labs and
exercises, this course teaches you to configure,
operate and maintain LAN switches. Topics
include bridging, network segmentation,
collision and broadcast domains, switched
internetworking concepts, Virtual LANs
(VLANs), Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching.
The course also covers the Cisco switching
overview, switching family architecture,
protocols and software, configuring Catalyst
series switches and VLANs, switch CLI
commands, menu and web access, and
placing switches in the network. In addition,
examples are presented on how the switching
technologies and VLANs are used in the
“real” enterprise environment.
ITEC 1703 / 1.2 CEU / $619
ITEC 1704 / 1.2 CEU / $619
»» 01L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Sat & Sun, Feb 7 & 8
Instructor: Chris Kong
9 am – 4 pm
»» 01L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Sat & Sun, Mar 7 & 8
Instructor: Chris Kong
9 am – 4 pm
MCTS • MCSA •
MCDST Prep
Cyber Security
Certification Prep
NEW
See page 51 for details.
See page 54 for details.
See page 41 for details.
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Alexandria Campus | 703–845–6280
Annandale Campus | 703–323–3168
ITIL® Foundation
Loudoun Campus | 703–450–2551
Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
This course introduces networking
technologies, concepts and capabilities.
Information includes: LAN concepts and
functions, LAN components and integration,
topologies, local/remote access, TCP/IP and
OSI 7 layer protocols, connectivity options,
cabling media, Internet connections, wide
area networks (WAN), network operating
systems and network management.
ITEC 1420 / 0.6 CEU / $329
»» 01L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Sat, Jan 24
Instructor: Chris Kong
9 am – 4 pm
Network Security & Virtual
Private Networks
This course introduces network security
concepts, technologies, and implementation
to participants. Topics include network
security policy, AAA security architecture,
network device security, mitigate basic
security threats, IP access list (ACL) and
controlling TCP/IP services, Virtual Private
Networks (VPN) and IP Security (IPsec) with
real world implementation examples. Handson labs for ACL configuration are included.
ITEC 1705 / 0.6 CEU / $329
»» 01L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Sat, Feb 21
Instructor: Chris Kong
9 am – 4 pm
Wireless Networking, IPv6 &
CCNA Test Review
Wireless Networks are quickly becoming
commonplace in the office, home, school,
and many other locations. This course
provides an overview of Wireless LAN
(WLAN) fundamentals, technologies, and
implementation. Topics covered include
WLAN networking concepts and IEEE 802.11
standards. WLAN topology, architecture and
security are also introduced to participants.
Since this is the last class in this certificate
program, additional topics such as IPv6,
reviews and practice tests for CCNA
preparation will also be covered.
ITEC 1706 / 0.6 CEU / $329
»» 01L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Sat, Mar 21
Instructor: Chris Kong
9 am – 4 pm
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
IT & Computer Skills
AutoCAD & Revit
AutoCAD & Revit
SAVE
Introduction to Revit
Get an introduction to the concepts
behind parametric software, and Building
Information Management (BIM). Explore
the application of Revit to architectural
drafting, and use it to produce preliminary
architectural drawings. Learn about
plans, sections, elevations, and schedules
through hands-on projects to gain practical
experience. Prerequisites: An understanding
of Architectural Drafting. CAD experience
is helpful but not required. Register by Jan 6
and save $30!
Req. Textbook: Residential Design Using Autodesk
Revit 2014
CADD 1920 / 2.4 CEU / $629
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CT 118
Tue & Thu, Jan 20 – Feb 12
6 – 9 pm
Instructor: Mary Kadlubowski
Register by Jan 6 and pay only $599!
(after Jan 6 pay $629 – section 02N)
SAVE
Revit – Level II
This course continues where the Introduction
to Revit course left off. The focus will be on
topics such as detailing, creating schedules,
custom families, and the creation of options.
Through lecture, guided examples and
hands-on exercises the course will expand
on your previous experience. Prerequisite:
Introduction to Revit. Register by Mar 17
and save $30!
Req. Textbook: Mastering Autodesk Revit
Architecture 2014: Autodesk Official Press
CADD 1923 / 2.4 CEU / $629
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CT 118
Tue & Thu, Mar 31 – Apr 23
6 – 9 pm
Instructor: Mary Kadlubowski
Register by Mar 17 and pay only $599!
(after Mar 17 pay $629 – section 02N)
AutoCAD Level I:
Basic 2-D Drawing
AutoCAD Level II:
Beyond Basic
Get the tips and techniques you’ll need to
quickly become comfortable with AutoCAD.
Designed for both beginners and students
with some AutoCAD experience, this
introductory course focuses on the basic
operation and application of the AutoCAD
software. A wide variety of commands and
applications will be covered. Also, get an
introduction to AutoCAD’s Design Center,
plotting in Paper Space, and Templates.
Hands-on experience in a supervised CAD
lab is included in the instruction to increase
precision, efficiency and productivity. Tuition
includes all materials.
This hands-on course continues where Basic
2-D Drawing left off and is designed to give
you advanced knowledge of AutoCAD. You’ll
be introduced to more complex AutoCAD
commands and techniques, and basic skills
learned in the first class will be reinforced.
Emphasis will be placed on creating complex
drawings, external references, advanced blocks,
polylines and regions, advanced customization,
Design Center, Layouts and Paper Space,
Coordinate System, Object Linking and
Embedding (OLE), Raster Images, web plotting
(DWF) and an introduction to 3D. Hands-on
experience in a supervised CAD lab is included
in the instruction to increase precision,
efficiency and productivity. Tuition includes all
materials.
CADD 1921 / 2.0 CEU / $539
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CT 118
Sat, Feb 28 – Mar 28 8:30 am – 1:30 pm
(No class Mar 14)
Instructor: Edison B. Carlos, BS
»» 01L Loudoun Campus
Sat, Jan 24 – Feb 7
9 am – 4:40 pm
Instructor: Keith Johnson
»» 02L Loudoun Campus
Sat, Apr 11 – 25
9 am – 4:40 pm
Instructor: Keith Johnson
Bundle & Save
AutoCAD Levels I & II
Save $79 by registering for both courses at the
same time!
CADD 1919–01N / 4.0 CEU / $999
Annandale Campus
CADD 1919–01L/02L / 4.0CEU / $999
Loudoun Campus
CADD 1922 / 2.0 CEU / $539
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CT 118
Sat, Apr 11 – May 2
8:30 am – 1:30 pm
Instructor: Edison B. Carlos, BS
»» 01L Loudoun Campus
Sat, Feb 14 – 28
9 am – 4:40 pm
Instructor: Keith Johnson
»» 02L Loudoun Campus
Sat, May 16 – 30
9 am – 4:40 pm
Instructor: Keith Johnson
SAVE
AutoCAD Level I:
Basic 2-D Drawing
This hands-on course is an introduction
into computer-aided drafting (CAD) and is
designed for you to learn the basic commands
to create and edit 2-D drawings. You’ll
complete projects in class to gain practical
experience. This course is beneficial for all
types of drafting and the skills learned can
be applied to any field that requires CAD
drawings. Register by Mar 23 and save $50!
CADD 1921 / 2.0 CEU / $539
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 143
Mon & Wed, Apr 6 – 29
6:30 – 9 pm
Instructor: Kevin Bowling, AutoCAD
Certified
Register by Mar 23 and pay only $489!
(after Mar 23 pay $539 – section 02M)
Enroll online at
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
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IT & Computer Skills
Application Development
Application Development
SAVE
SAVE
Intro to Java Programming
Advanced Java Programming
The Java Programming Certificate will
assist you in acquiring a solid, practical
knowledge base and prepare you for a wide
range of IT careers. This 65-hour program
is specifically tailored to go beyond basic
concepts and skills in working with the
Java programming language, which is
universally accepted as the candidate
programming language for developing web
application systems.
This fast-paced course focuses on basic objectoriented programming methodology. By the
end of the course you’ll be able to identify the
components of a Java program and compile
and execute Java applications. You’ll learn how
to use appropriate Java names, variables, data
types and flow control in your programs. You’ll
get a solid foundation for learning the Java
Programming Language and object-oriented
programming methodology. Prerequisites:
Working knowledge of DOS commands and
Windows. Programming experience is helpful.
Register by Jan 8 and save $20!
Individual courses may be taken without
pursuing the program certificate.
Req. Textbook: Java: How to Program (Late
Objects), 10th Ed.
Required Courses:
ITEC 1978 / 1.95 CEU / $559
Move your knowledge to the advanced
level by learning about more swing GUI
components and get an explanation of the
concept of event-driven programming. You’ll
discuss how to create graphical user interfaces
with various user-interface components;
discover file properties using the FILE class,
and understand Java I/O processing. Also,
learn how to implement a dynamic list using
an array; how to develop thread classes by
extending the THREAD class, and how to get
connected to an Oracle Relational Database
using JDBC, as well as DML and DDL
statements to work with the Oracle database.
Prerequisites: Intro to Java Programming and
Intermediate Java Programming or equivalent
experience. Register by Mar 5 and save $20!
• Intro to Java Programming
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Sat, Jan 24 – Feb 7
9 am – 4:30 pm
Instructor: Hung Vu, MS
Register by Jan 8 and pay only $539!
(after Jan 8 pay $559 – section 02N)
CERTIFICATE
Java Programming
ANNANDALE
• Intermediate Java Programming
• Advanced Java Programming
SAVE
Intermediate Java Programming
The IT Gateway
Learning Community
at NOVA
Are you:
• Interested in obtaining an IT industry
credential?
Are you:
• Unemployed, under-employed or a
low-wage worker?
You may qualify for tuition and job
placement assistance!
The IT Gateway Learning Community
at NOVA is waiting to serve you!
Contact Brittany Jefferson at
itgatewayc2c@nvcc.edu or
703-323-3895 for more information
and to see if you qualify.
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Alexandria Campus | 703–845–6280
Annandale Campus | 703–323–3168
This fast-paced course focuses on
intermediate, object-oriented programming
methodology, expanding on and reinforcing
basic concepts learned in the introductory
course. By the end of the course, you’ll be
able to write, compile and execute simple
applications and applets using the Java
programming language. You’ll also explore
new Java programming concepts and the Java
Application Programming Interface (API).
Prerequisites: Intro to Java Programming,
or a solid fundamental knowledge of the
Java programming language, object-oriented
programming methodology, WWW and
HTML. Register by Jan 29 and save $20!
Req. Textbook: Java: How to Program (Late
Objects), 10th Ed.
ITEC 1986 / 1.95 CEU / $559
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Sat, Feb 14 – 28
9 am – 4:30 pm
Instructor: Hung Vu, MS
Register by Jan 29 and pay only $539!
(after Jan 29 pay $559 – section 02N)
Loudoun Campus | 703–450–2551
Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
Req. Textbook: Java: How to Program (Late
Objects), 10th Ed.
ITEC 1988 / 2.6 CEU / $749
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Sat, Mar 21 – Apr 11
9 am – 4:30 pm
Instructor: Hung Vu, MS
Register by Mar 5 and pay only $729!
(after Mar 5 pay $749 – section 02N)
NEW
iOS App Development
Become an app developer! You’ll learn how to
create your own iPhone apps through a series
of demonstrations and hands-on activities.
From planning, design, and coding to testing
and submission to the App Store—we’ll cover
all aspects of the process. Get an introduction
to Objective C code and laying out interfaces
with Apple’s intuitive developer tools. By
the end of the course you will have built a
complete app.
ITEC 1494 / 2.0 CEU / $599
»» 01L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Fri, Feb 27 & Mar 6
6:30 – 10:30 pm
Sat, Feb 28 & Mar 7
10 am – 5 pm
Instructor: Clint Bagwell
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
IT & Computer Skills
Database Systems
Database Systems
Database Modeling & Design
using Visio & MS Access
You don’t build a house without a blueprint.
Likewise, you don’t build a system without
creating a Data Model. Learn what a data
model is and how it serves as the foundation
for data management and IT projects.
Discover the different types, from high-level
data modeling to physical data modeling.
Understand components of a data model
– data entities, attributes and associations,
and their representation in data maps and
entity lists. Create and illustrate the use
of each data entity type used to represent
business activities, processes and systems,
and structure entities that are used to capture
expert knowledge for development of
dynamically-updated expert databases.
Opt. Textbook: Database Systems: Design,
Implementation, and Management with Guide to
MySQL
ITEC 1894 / 2.1 CEU / $479
»» 01L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Sat, Mar 21 – Apr 4
9 am – 5 pm
Instructor: Rupen Shah, PMP, GSO CIO
Certified, Masters in Information Systems
Introduction to MySQL
SQL is at the heart of all relational databases,
including IBM’s DB2, Oracle, Microsoft’s SQL
Server, and the open source database MySQL.
It’s on your phone, and the backend of banks,
retail companies, educational institutions,
hospitals and government. Get started
working toward a SQL server certification.
Explore physical data modeling concepts and
learn Data Definition and Data Manipulation
commands. Hands-on exercises will help you
understand data types, nulls, running SQL
commands, creating tables, queries, reports,
forms, and joins. Understanding and working
with SQL commands such as create, delete,
insert, update, primary keys, foreign keys,
plus many others, will also be covered. SQL
developers/administrators earn an average
of $90,000 per year. It is one of the most
promising IT career fields. The Database
Modeling & Design using Visio & MS Access
course is recommended.
Opt. Textbook: Database Systems: Design,
Implementation, and Management with Guide to
MySQL
ITEC 1747 / 2.1 CEU / $479
»» 01L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Sat, Apr 25 – May 9
9 am – 5 pm
Instructor: Rupen Shah, PMP, GSO CIO
Certified, Masters in Information Systems
CERTIFICATE
Database Administrator
ANNANDALE
Completion of the Database Administrator
Certificate is a great addition to your
resume. It proves to any prospective
employer that you have real hands-on
experience with MS Access, the choice
of most small businesses, and Oracle,
the Federal Government’s #1 database
tool. You’ll have knowledge up to the
intermediate level on the two most popular
database management systems in the US.
Required Courses:
• Access – Introduction
• Access – Intermediate
• Any Oracle 11g Course
Access – Introduction
See page 36 for course description.
ITEC 1591 / 0.8 CEU / $259
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Tue, Jan 13 & 20
6 – 10 pm
Instructor: David Campbell, MCITP,
MCTS, A+, NET+, Security+
»» 01L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Tue & Wed, May 19 & 20
Instructor: Jennifer Horton
6 – 10 pm
Access – Intermediate
See page 36 for course description.
ITEC 1592 / 1.2 CEU / $389
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Tue, Jan 27 – Feb 10
6 – 10 pm
Instructor: David Campbell, MCITP,
MCTS, A+, NET+, Security+
»» 01L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Tue–Thu, June 2 – 4
Instructor: Jennifer Horton
Enroll online at
6 – 10 pm
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
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IT & Computer Skills
Database Systems
Oracle Database
Administration 11g
CERTIFICATE
Oracle Developer
ANNANDALE
SQL and PL/SQL are key tools for all Oracle application development. SQL is
the universal and fundamental language for writing queries and manipulating data
in Object Relational Databases. PL/SQL is a sophisticated Oracle programming language
for creating robust triggers, stored procedures and functions, and especially PL/SQL object
oriented packages. Other programming languages such as Java, C and C++ also depend upon
SQL and PL/SQL to interact with the Oracle Database. This specially tailored program will
assist you in developing strong skills in Database SQL and Oracle PL/SQL, which are in high
demand for application software development positions.
Individual courses may be taken without pursuing the program certificate. All courses may
not be offered every semester.
Required Courses:
• Oracle SQL 11g
• Oracle PL/SQL 11g
• Advanced Oracle SQL & PL/SQL 11g
Learn about identifying the main structure
and functionality of the Oracle Engine,
Oracle 11g, examining physical file structures
that make up an Oracle database, starting
up and shutting down, creating an Oracle
instance and managing table space and users.
Emphasis will be placed on DBA duties
and tools, Oracle Database Administration
features such as identifying the main structure
and functionality of an Oracle Instance,
unloading and loading data using Oracle SQL
statements and the SQL LOADER utility and
external tables. Classical Data export utility
and import utility, new data pump export
and import utilities, setting up of an audit
trail and tuning are also covered. Database
cold and hot backup recovery strategy
will be discussed in depth and analyzed.
Prerequisites: Oracle SQL 11g and Oracle
PL/SQL 11g or equivalent experience.
Req. Textbook: Oracle Database 11g DBA Handbook
Oracle SQL 11g
Oracle PL/SQL 11g
ITEC 1571 / 4.0 CEU / $959
Learn the theoretical and practical foundation
concepts of the relational database and ANSI
standard SQL. The Oracle relational database
query language SQL*Plus, set through
Oracle version 11g, will be discussed. You’ll
learn to define database structure, construct
database tables, set up constraints, make
ad hoc queries and manipulate and access
data from the database. You’ll acquire an
extensive knowledge of building relational
database tables and in writing SQL scripts
to manipulate data and generate reports.
Creating and managing, new constraints in
creating tables and new features from the
Object-Relational database in Oracle Version
11g will also be discussed.
Discover more features of Oracle Version 11g
PL/SQL. Topics covered include standard
Oracle SQL/PL SQL functions, and PL/SQL
procedural features such as IF-THEN-ELSE,
FOR LOOP, and WHILE LOOP. You’ll learn
about Oracle PL/SQL cursors, Oracle PL/SQL
stored functions and stored procedures, object
types, packages, triggers, and newly added
features in version 11g. Also discussed will be
dynamic SQL statements and selected Oracle
standard PL/SQL packages. By the end of this
course you’ll be able to access, manipulate,
store, update and delete data from a relational
Oracle database using Oracle PL/SQL
programs. Prerequisite: Oracle SQL 11g or
equivalent experience.
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Tue & Thu, Apr 14 – May 14
Instructor: Hung Vu, MS
Req. Textbook: Oracle Database 11g: The Complete
Reference
Req. Textbook: Oracle PL/SQL by Example
ITEC 1568 / 4.0 CEU / $959
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Tue & Thu, Feb 24 – Apr 2
(No class Mar 10 & 12)
Instructor: Hung Vu, MS
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Tue & Thu, Jan 20 – Feb 19
Instructor: Hung Vu, MS
6 – 10 pm
ITEC 1569 / 4.0 CEU / $959
6 – 10 pm
6 – 10 pm
Advanced Oracle SQL &
PL/SQL 11g
This class reinforces the principles underlying
basic Oracle SQL and PL/SQL, focusing
on advanced queries and sub queries
such as DECODE, CASE, CONNECT
BY, START WITH, ROLLUP, MULTIPLE
ROW SUBQUERIES, CORRELATED
SUBQUERIES, DATABASE OBJECTS,
COLLECTIONS, VARRAYS, and NESTED
TABLES. You’ll have the opportunity to
consolidate concepts learned in Oracle
SQL 11g and Oracle PL/SQL 11g, as well as
develop complex Oracle SQL statements and
PL/SQL programs. Also, there will be an indepth discussion of PL/SQL error handling
and file handling. Prerequisites: Oracle SQL
11g and Oracle PL/SQL 11g or one year of
experience working with Oracle SQL and PL/
SQL.
Opt. Textbook: Oracle Database 11g SQL
ITEC 1570 / 2.1 CEU / $499
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Sat, May 2 – 16
9 am – 5 pm
Instructor: Hung Vu, MS
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Alexandria Campus | 703–845–6280
Annandale Campus | 703–323–3168
Loudoun Campus | 703–450–2551
Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
IT & Computer Skills
Networking & Communications
Networking & Communications
CERTIFICATE
Network Server Administrator
Our website is updated
frequently.
ANNANDALE
This certificate program gives you the skills to install, maintain and effectively administer
the MS Windows 2008 Server on any network. You’ll also get familiar with Microsoft’s
programming language, PowerShell. This certification prepares you to take the Windows
Server 2008 Active Directory Configuration Exam 70-640 or the Windows Server 2008
Infrastructure Examination 70-642 or the Windows Server 2008 Server Administrator
Examination 70-646 or the Windows Server 2012 Exam 70-410.
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workforce
Required Courses:
• TCP/IP
• Microsoft’s PowerShell Scripting – 2008 Server
Plus, one of the following:
• MS Windows Server 2008 R2 –
Active Directory Configuration
• MS Windows Server 2008 R2 –
Server Administrator
• MS Windows Server 2008 R2 –
Network Infrastructure Configuration
• Installing & Configuring
Windows Server 2012
TCP/IP 2015
Learn about TCP/IP in all networking
environments. Areas covered include the
planning for TCP/IP on a network, dealing
with connectivity problems using TCP/
IP with a UNIX host, and monitoring,
optimizing and troubleshooting the TCP/IP
Windows network. Every session includes a
lecture followed by hands-on training in all
aspects listed above. This is a great course for
you if you’re starting out in the networking
field or you want a refresher course in TCP/
IP. Prerequisites: Understanding of basic
networking terminology and Windows.
ITEC 1893 / 1.8 CEU / $529
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Sat, Feb 21 – Mar 14
9 am – 4 pm
(No class Mar 7)
Instructor: David Campbell, MCITP,
MCTS, A+, NET+, Security+
MS Windows Server 2008 R2 –
Active Directory Configuration
(Exam 70-640)
Microsoft’s PowerShell
Scripting – 2008 Server
Understand why every network administrator
in the world needs to care about, learn about
and use MS PowerShell. Learn about the
Cmdlets and the commands that give you the
most benefit, as well as the ones you’ll use
almost every day to automate administrative
tasks. See Windows Management
Instrumentation (WMI) in action, driven
by PowerShell cmdlets. It can be used with
Windows XP, VISTA, Windows 2003 Server,
and is now included in MS Windows 7 and
2008 Server. Tuition includes all materials.
Prerequisite: Experience as a network
administrator – XP, Windows 2003 or 2008.
Instructor: David Campbell, MCITP, MCTS, A+,
NET+, Security+
ITEC 1622 / 0.6 CEU / $269
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Fri, Feb 20
10 am – 4:30 pm
»» 02N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Fri, May 22
10 am – 4:30 pm
Get an introduction to the basic concepts
required to successfully install and administer
the Windows 2008 Server and configure the
Active Directory. You’ll also get prepared
for the Microsoft Windows Certification
Examination 70-640: TS: Windows Server
2008 Active Directory Configuration. Topics
covered include: the Domain Name System
(DNS), planning and installation of the Active
Directory and managing Trees and Forests.
Advanced topics such as network security,
configuring sites and replication, Group
Policy Objects (GPOs), and server backup
and recovery will also be covered. You’ll
deal with a variety of client access situations.
Prerequisites: Working knowledge of MS
Windows XP Pro, Vista, and Windows 7 or
equivalent networking experience.
Req. Textbook: MCTS: Windows Server 2008 Active
Directory Configuration Study Guide (70-640)
ITEC 1692 / 2.4 CEU / $699
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Fri, Feb 27 – Mar 20
10 am – 4:30 pm
Instructor: David Campbell, MCITP,
MCTS, A+, NET+, Security+
Enroll online at
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
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IT & Computer Skills
Installing & Configuring
Windows Server 2012
(Exam 70-410)
Become fully acquainted with the newest
server from Microsoft. Learn how to install
and configure Server 2012 to be a file server,
a print server, a DHCP server, DNS, the
Active Directory and more. You’ll learn how
add, delete, and modify users, organizational
units and groups in the Active Directory.
You’ll experience the power of Group Policy
Objects (GPO’s) to control your office domain
and be introduced to “Hyper-V”, Microsoft’s
own virtual software program. All the while,
you’ll be preparing yourself to take the first
Server 2012 Exam 70-410 on the way to the
MCSA certification. Prerequisites: Working
knowledge of XP Pro, Vista & Windows 7 or
equivalent networking experience.
Req. Textbook: MCSA Windows Server 2012
Complete Study Guide Exam 70-410, 411, 412, &
417
Networking & Communications
Networking Essentials
ITEC 1576 / 1.8 CEU / $529
If you’re new to local area networks (LANs)
you’ll get a good explanation of LAN, WAN
and MAN terms, protocols and capabilities.
Learn about the necessary hardware
components of the basic LAN: the server,
cabling, workstations, and network interface
cards. Also, discover the intricacies of
establishing advanced complex internetworks
and the devices specific to them: switches
and routers. The most popular network
operating systems will be reviewed along with
application software used on LANs. During
practical exercises, you’ll physically assemble
and work with local area networks.
CyberWatch Security
Req. Textbook: Guide to Networking Essentials,
6th Ed.
ITEC 1970 / 2.4 CEU / $649
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Sat, Jan 24 – Feb 14
9 am – 4 pm
Instructor: Kofi Mitchual, BA, A+,
NET+,Security+, MCP
ITEC 1470 / 2.4 CEU / $699
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Fri, Jan 16 – Feb 6
10 am – 4:30 pm
Instructor: David Campbell, MCITP,
MCTS, A+, NET+, Security+
CERTIFICATE
Network Technician
ANNANDALE
The Network Technician Certificate
identifies you as a network technician
who knows all about TCP/IP and can
troubleshoot any network with its tools.
You’ll be ready to apply for any networking
job because you can demonstrate your
ability to set up and maintain networks,
computers, and printers for prospective
employers.
Required Courses:
• Networking Essentials
• TCP/IP
• Windows 7, Configuration (70-680)
• CyberWatch Security
TCP/IP 2015
Alexandria Campus | 703–845–6280
Annandale Campus | 703–323–3168
Get an introduction to the evolving world of
network security. Discover what the forces
of evil are doing to pry into your network
or PC. What are they using to exploit your
organization? How can you protect yourself?
You’ll do hands-on exercises with firewalls
and check out the strengths and weaknesses
of leading Network Operating Systems.
Discussions will focus on individual PCs and
total network operations. You cannot afford to
miss this course!
ITEC 1714 / 0.6 CEU / $249
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Sat, May 16
9 am – 4 pm
Instructor: David Campbell, MCITP,
MCTS, A+, NET+, Security+
See page 51 for course description.
ITEC 1893 / 1.8 CEU / $529
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Sat, Feb 21 – Mar 14
9 am – 4 pm
(No class Mar 7)
Instructor: David Campbell, MCITP,
MCTS, A+, NET+, Security+
Windows 7, Configuration
(70-680)
Get the skills and knowledge needed to
support end users who run Windows 7
Professional Edition in a corporate or small
business environment. You’ll learn everything
you need to know to prepare for the 70680 exam including: installing, upgrading,
migrating and deploying Windows 7, as
well as configuring hardware, applications,
network connectivity, backup and recovery.
You’ll also learn how to monitor, manage and
maintain systems that run the Windows 7
Client and support mobile users. Please bring
an 8 GB thumb drive to the first class session.
Prerequisites: Basic knowledge of PCs and
the MS Windows operating system.
Req. Textbook: MCTS Microsoft Windows 7
Configuration Study Guide, 2nd Ed.
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»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Sat, Mar 21 – Apr 11
9 am – 4 pm
(No class Apr 4)
Instructor: Kofi Mitchual, BA, A+, NET+,
Security+, MCP
Loudoun Campus | 703–450–2551
Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
CCENT & CCNA Prep
See page 46 for details.
Cloud Technology
“The Cloud” quite simply refers to readily
available storage that is accessible from
another hard disk somewhere in the world.
Cloud storage is now readily available and
easily accessible. It is very secure, storage
is free, and it enables you to access files
anywhere and at any time. All you need to
know is how to take advantage of it. This
instructor-led course will describe the various
service delivery models of a cloud computing
architecture and the ways in which clouds
can be deployed as public, private, hybrid,
and community clouds. In addition, we will
explore and address the security challenges
that cloud deployments experience.
ITEC 1437 / 0.4 CEU / $109
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 143
Fri, Apr 10
9 am – 1 pm
Instructor: Yvonne Morton, MS Certified
Trainer
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
IT & Computer Skills
Networking & Communications
Introduction to Video
Teleconferencing Protocols &
Technology
The proliferation of video conferencing
requires knowledge of the specific processes,
protocols and systems involved in a video
call. Get an introduction to the basic devices
and protocols of VTC, specifically the call
connection process for H.320, H.323 and
SIP. You’ll learn alias registration/dialing in
hands-on labs, and how to identify required
components, basic audio/video signaling,
environmental considerations for end users,
and the difference between an Application
Layer Gateway and an H.460 Traversal server
as firewall traversal options. Discussions
will include non-standard video protocols
like Skype and Google+ as well. This
course is perfect for IT staff and managers.
Prerequisites: Basic working knowledge of
TCP/IP networking. Recommended: Laptop
or tablet with H.323 compliant app for labs
(some lab equipment will be provided).
Instructor: Eric Byrd
ITEC 1478 / 1.2 CEU / $349
»» 01L Loudoun Campus
Tue, Feb 3 – 24
6:30 – 9:30 pm
»» 02L Loudoun Campus
Thu, Apr 9 – 30
6:30 – 9:30 pm
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IT & Computer Skills
Cyber Security
Cyber Security
CERTIFICATE
Cyber Security (Entry, Mid & Advanced Levels)
Designed to add to your credentials and improve your job skills, these programs focus on the
fundamentals of network protection, information assurance, preventing attacks, ensuring
privacy, and gaining an understanding of the ethical, legal, and regulatory world of Cyber
Security. You’ll also get prepared for several nationally recognized industry certification
exams. These stackable certifications will provide a pathway to career advancement and “next
step” employment.
Entry Level (No experience required)
Required Courses:
• Cyber Jobs, Pathways & Clearances
• Cyber Privacy Law, Standards & Policies
• CompTIA® Network+
• Systems Security Certified Practitioner
• CompTIA® Security+
• Plus 20 hours of electives from the
approved list
Mid-Level (1 – 5 years’ min experience required)
Required Courses:
• All of the Entry Level courses
Cyber Jobs, Pathways &
Clearances
Almost all industries have a need for skilled
workers in IT security. Learn about the
types of jobs available in Cyber Security, the
education and training required to get into
those jobs, and what is involved in obtaining a
security clearance for work that requires one.
This is one of the courses required for earning
the entry-level Cyber Security Certificate.
It is also available to anyone wishing to
become more familiar with this “high
demand for skilled workers industry.” While
you can begin working in Cyber Security
with minimal training, having stackable
certifications allows entry into the industry at
higher levels as well as advancement within
the field.
LLRN 1722 / 0.6 CEU / $229
»» 01L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Thu, Jan 22 – Feb 5
6 – 8 pm
Instructor: John Dyson, CISSP, CISA
• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) (offered in a future term)
• Cyber Privacy Law, Standards & Policies II (offered in a future term)
Advanced Level (5 – 7 years’ min experience required)
Required Courses:
CompTIA® Network+ &
Security+
See page 44 for details.
• All of the Entry and Mid-Level courses
• World Wide Cyber Law & Policy (offered in a future term)
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Electives:
• CyberWatch Security
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
• CompTIA® Advanced Security
Practitioner (CASP)
• Computer Forensics Evidence
Collection (ONLINE)
• Locking Down Linux User Accounts,
File Systems, & Services (ONLINE)
• Ethical Hacking Tools & Techniques
(ONLINE)
• Protecting Networks with Firewalls &
VPNs (ONLINE)
• Managing Information Security Risks,
Threats, & Vulnerabilities (ONLINE)
• Securing Web Applications (ONLINE)
• Network Security Essentials (ONLINE)
• Protecting Windows Systems with
Access Controls, Encryption & Group
Policy (ONLINE)
• Information Security & Risk
Management Planning (ONLINE)
• Business Continuity & Disaster
Recovery (ONLINE)
Cyber Privacy Law,
Standards & Policies I
Get a comprehensive introduction to the
principles, laws, regulations and standards
used to implement US privacy policies in both
private and government enterprises. Explore
the US privacy landscape required to build
and maintain organizational compliance with
those standards. You’ll develop enterprise
privacy compliance policies and procedures.
LAWS 1952 / 3.0 CEU / $789
»» 01L Reston Center
Wed, Feb 4 – Apr 15
6:30 – 9:30 pm
(No class Mar 11)
Instructor: Monty Sibley, JD, Masters,
Cyber Security Policy, CIPP
Courses may be taken individually or as part of the certificate program.
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Alexandria Campus | 703–845–6280
Annandale Campus | 703–323–3168
Loudoun Campus | 703–450–2551
Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
IT & Computer Skills
Cyber Security
Systems Security Certified
Practitioner (SSCP®)
The Systems Security Certified Practitioner
(SSCP®) credential offers information
security tacticians, with an implementation
orientation, the opportunity to demonstrate
their level of competence with the seven
domains of the compendium of best practices
for information security, the (ISC)²® SSCP®
CBK ® . This course is ideal for those working
toward or who already have positions as
Senior Network Security Engineers, Senior
Security Systems Analysts or Senior Security
Administrators and are seeking their first
security credential.
Req. Textbook: Official (ISC)2 Guide to the SSCP
CBK, 2nd Ed.
ITEC 1484 / 2.4 CEU / $639
»» 01L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Tue, Jan 20 – Mar 31
6:30 – 9:30 pm
(No class Mar 10)
Instructors: Rick Smith, CISSP, CISM,
CCNA & Tony Jenkins, CISSP
SAVE
Certified Information Systems
Security Professional (CISSP®)
CISSP® certification is the most well-known
standard of achievement confirming your
knowledge in the field of information
security. Gain a solid knowledge of the field
and prepare for a wide range of IT careers,
especially Federal jobs. This program is
specifically tailored to go beyond basic
concepts and skills to cover critical topics in
information security. It includes test-taking
strategies and practice questions to maximize
your ability to pass the exam. Register early
and save $50!
ITEC 1881 / 3.9 CEU / $1,029
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CN 125 (Hybrid)
Sat, Jan 24 – Apr 11
10 am – 2 pm
(No class Mar 14)
This course will be delivered in hybrid
format. You’ll meet online every other week.
The first class session will be in person.
Instructor: Santwana Das, MS, Information
Security Assurance
Opt. Textbook: CISSP All-In-One Exam
Guide
Register by Jan 8 and pay only $979!
(after Jan 8 pay $1,029 – section 02N)
»» 01L Reston Center
Tue & Thu, Apr 14 – May 21 6 – 9:45 pm
(No class May 12)
Instructor: Sayed Hussaini, PMP, CSM,
CISSP, CISA, CISM, CGEIT, CRISC
Req. Textbook: Official (ISC)2 Guide to the
CISSP CBK, 3rd ed.
Register by Mar 31 and pay only $979!
(after Mar 31 pay $1,029 – section 02L)
SAVE
CompTIA® Advanced Security
Practitioner (CASP®) Boot Camp
The CompTIA® Advanced Security
Practitioner (CASP®) Certification is a
vendor-neutral credential and signifies that
IT professionals have advanced-level security
skills and knowledge. You’ll learn about all
four domains of knowledge – Enterprise
Security; Risk Management, Policy/Procedure
and Legal; Research and Analysis; Integration
of Computing, Communications, and
Business Disciplines. Register by Mar 9 and
save $50!
Req. Textbook: CASP CompTIA Advanced Security
Practitioner Study Guide: Exam CAS-002
ITEC 1485 / 3.7 CEU / $989
»» 01L Reston Center
Mon – Fri, Mar 23 – 27 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Instructor: Sayed Hussaini, PMP, CSM,
CISSP, CISA, CISM, CGEIT, CRISC
Register by Mar 9 and pay only $939!
(after Mar 9 pay $989 – section 02L)
SAVE
Certified Ethical Hacker (CEHv8)
CEHv8 is a comprehensive Ethical Hacking
and Information Systems Security Auditing
program focusing on the latest security
threats, advanced attack vectors, and practical,
real-time demonstrations of the latest hacking
techniques, methodologies, tools, tricks,
and security measures. Unlike other strictly
theoretical training, you’ll be immersed in
interactive sessions with hands-on labs after
each topic. You’ll get an understanding of
how perimeter defenses work and then move
into scanning and attacking networks in a lab
environment. You’ll also learn how intruders
escalate privileges and what steps can be taken
to secure a system. This course prepares you
for the EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker
Exam 312-50. Register early and save $50!
Req. Textbook: CEH Certified Ethical Hacker All-inOne Exam Guide, 2nd Ed.
Instructor: Said Nurhussein, CISSP, GCIH
ITEC 1486 / 4.0 CEU / $1,199
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Thu & Fri, Jan 29 – Feb 27
6 – 10 pm
Register by Jan 15 and pay only $1,149!
(after Jan 15 pay $1199 – section 02N)
»» 03N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Thu & Fri, Mar 19 – Apr 17
6 – 10 pm
Register by Mar 5 and pay only $1,149!
(after Mar 5 pay $1199 – section 04N)
CyberWatch Security
See page 52 for course description.
ITEC 1714 / 0.6 CEU / $249
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Sat, May 16
9 am – 4 pm
Instructor: David Campbell, MCITP,
MCTS, A+, NET+, Security+
Online
Cyber Security Courses
Designed for the practicing IT professional, our courses use up-to-date content
and state-of-the-art technology. Gain relevant skills and knowledge quickly to
advance your career. Courses range from 20–31 hours and contain a prerequisite.
Visit www.nvcc.edu/wdce/annandale/courses/onlinelearning
for course offerings.
Enroll online at
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
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IT & Computer Skills
Web Design & Development
Web Design & Development
NEW
NEW
Getting Started in the Cloud
Introduction to PHP
Web Development
Learn the basics of cloud computing and
how to put it to use for yourself or your
organization. Using Amazon Web Services,
you’ll learn how to store data using the
Amazon Simple Storage Service (S3) and
to host both static and dynamic websites
using Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud.
Prerequisites: Fundamentals of the Windows
7 Operating system such as saving and
opening files. Basic knowledge of the Web,
HTML and CSS is helpful, but not required.
Get an introduction to developing dynamic
websites with PHP. It is a programming
language that will provide you with the ability
to set up a complete PHP web development
environment, including installing a complete
LAMP stack in Windows 7. The second part
of the course will cover the fundamentals
of PHP including basic syntax, variables,
conditional statements, and loops.
ITEC 1496 / 0.6 CEU / $199
ITEC 1495 / 0.6 CEU / $199
»» 01L Reston Center, 335
Wed & Thu, Feb 18 & 19
Instructor: Marvin Oey
»» 01L Reston Center, 319
Wed, Jan 28 – Feb 11
Instructor: Marvin Oey
6:30 – 9:30 pm
Building Websites with Drupal
NEW
Inkscape for Graphic &
Web Designers
If you want to get started in the field of
Graphic Design, begin with Inkscape, a free,
professional-quality vector graphics software
which runs on Windows, Mac OS X and
Linux. It’s used by design professionals and
hobbyists worldwide for creating a wide
variety of graphics such as illustrations,
icons, logos, diagrams, maps and web
graphics. Inkscape has been designed as a free
alternative to commercial standard packages
such as Adobe Illustrator and Coral Draw,
making it perfect for beginners. Take a tour
of the application and learn how to draw,
work with objects using transformations and
styling, add text and shapes, and much more.
With these tools, you’ll create a business card
and see how Inkscape can be used to create
animations and technical drawings.
Building Websites
with WordPress®
ITEC 1497 / 0.6 CEU / $199
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus
Sat, May 9
9:30 am – 4:30 pm
Instructor: Nancy Rubner
»» 01L Reston Center, 319
Tue & Wed, Apr 21 & 22
Instructor: Tae Oey
6:30 – 9:30 pm
Learn how to create your own website using
WordPress®. Although WordPress® began
as a blogging system, it has rapidly become
a very popular and widely used content
management system. In this course you will
gain an understanding of the mechanics of
a WordPress® website. After briefly touching
on the various approaches to hosting a
WordPress® site, the course will delve into the
creation and posting of actual content then
use various themes and plug-ins to integrate
images and media into the site. In the end,
you will have the basic knowledge to create
your own feature-rich website.
ARTS 1659 / 0.6 CEU / $199
»» 01L Reston Center, 319
Tue & Wed, Apr 28 & 29
Instructor: Tae Oey
6:30 – 9:30 pm
One of the must-haves for any small business,
be it start-up or long-established, is an
insightful website that allows people to find
out more about the company. It gives any
small business credibility in an increasingly
technology-driven world. Learn how to build
a website quickly using Drupal, a completely
free and open source content management
system. You’ll be able to develop a website
that looks great, attracts qualified visitors and
converts them into clients.
ARTS 1692 / 0.6 CEU / $199
»» 01L Reston Center, 319
Tue & Wed, Jan 20 & 21
Instructor: Marvin Oey
Alexandria Campus | 703–845–6280
Annandale Campus | 703–323–3168
Loudoun Campus | 703–450–2551
Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
6:30 – 9:30 pm
Advanced Drupal
There are an infinite number of themes and
modules available to customize the look and
feel of a Drupal website. Delve into the inner
workings of the Drupal theming system
and get a better understanding of how to
customize and make your Drupal site unique
for your audience. Explore the effective use of
the Views modules and theme overriding to
change the look and feel of the site.
ARTS 1693 / 0.6 CEU / $199
»» 01L Reston Center, 319
Tue & Wed, Feb 24 & 25
Instructor: Marvin Oey
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6:30 – 8:30 am
6:30 – 9:30 pm
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
IT & Computer Skills
Web Design & Development
ONLINE
Web Development Online Courses Using Blackboard
Your instructor, Donna Sellinger, is a 3D artist and web designer who specializes in small
business websites. Prior to class, go to the My NOVA Portal: https://nvcc.my.vccs.edu/jsp/
home.jsp, to look up your User Name and Password. On the first day of class, you’ll use
this information to log into Blackboard at: http://tac.nvcc.edu/blackboard/student/ and
begin your course. For more details, please go to http://www.nvcc.edu/wdce/pwregional/
courses/categories.asp – Web Development – Online.
Photoshop – Level III
Prerequisites: Basic knowledge of a web browser less than 3 years old, and an
understanding of your computer’s operating system and the Internet. You must know how
to download and open zip files.
In this third class, we’ll delve deeper into
some of the things that make Photoshop
such a powerful program: Channels, Blend
Modes, Layer Styles and Camera Raw. We’ll
also dabble with creating HDR images. The
class has been updated to include what’s new
in CS6. Each lesson has only one of the topics
mentioned, so they go much further in depth
than previous classes.
For Designing Web Documents:
ARTS 1688 / 1.5 CEU / $159
»» 01MOnline
Wed, Jan 21 – Mar 3
If you don’t already have your own website, you’ll need to find a free one to post your
lessons. Check with your Internet Service Provider.
For Photoshop I & II and Lightroom Courses:
Prior to class, create an account in an image-sharing website such as Picasa, Flickr,
Snapfish, or Kodak to share your class assignments. Familiarize yourself with how to add
images and where those images will be located.
Questions? Call 703-257-6590 or e-mail clangguth@nvcc.edu.
ONLINE
ONLINE
Photoshop – Level I
Photoshop – Level II
Photoshop is the graphics program most used
by professional graphic designers. It allows
you to manipulate images, create amazing
graphics with equally amazing effects. Learn
to repair old photos, colorize black and white
photos, or freshen up a faded one. Create
your own graphics from scratch and with
Photoshop’s tools, do amazing things it them.
The bottom line is you’ll discover the treasure
that is Photoshop. You’ll learn about the tools
and how to use them plus all of the basics
you need to get you up and running to start
creating your own wonderful images.
The Photoshop Level 2 class is designed to
continue from where the Photoshop Level I
class left off and introduces you to more of
the wonderful things you can do with this
program. Armed with the knowledge of how
the program works, you can now put that to
use with more advanced skills. Prerequisite:
Photoshop Level 1 class or equivalent
experience.
This class, although written for CS5, has been
updated with the new additions for CS6.
Anyone with Photoshop CS and above can
benefit from this course.
This class, although written for CS5, has been
updated with the new additions for CS6.
Anyone with Photoshop CS and above can
benefit from this course.
ARTS 1822 / 1.8 CEU / $189
»» 01MOnline
Wed, Mar 11 – Apr 21
NEW & ONLINE
Photoshop – Level IV
Delve deeper into some of the things that
make Photoshop such a powerful program:
Brushes, Smart Objects and Filters, and
Actions, to name a few. You can use
Photoshop CS or higher, but the lessons are
written in CS6, with some mention of CC
2014, where applicable. There is only one
topic per lesson, allowing you to go even
deeper into each of the lesson categories.
Prerequisites: Photoshop Levels 1 – 3.
ARTS 1407 / 1.5 CEU / $159
»» 01MOnline
Wed, Mar 11 – Apr 21
ONLINE
Lightroom
Organize and manage your photos using a
complete workflow solution which allows you
to make modifications non-destructively. The
work you do to your photos is not actually
done on the photo itself. The information
is stored in a catalog. This allows you to
experiment and try different things without
compromising your original photo.
ARTS 1817 / 1.8 CEU / $189
ARTS 1680 / 1.8 CEU / $189
»» 01MOnline
Wed, Jan 21 – Mar 10
»» 01MOnline
Wed, Apr 22 – June 2
Enroll online at
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
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Web Design & Development
Adobe Dreamweaver – Level 1
CERTIFICATE
Required Courses:
Elective Courses:
• Intro to Web Page Design
• Introduction to JavaScript & jQuery
• Intermediate HTML5 & CSS3
• Illustrator – Level 2
Dreamweaver is the number one, thirdparty web design application on the market
today. Thousands of designers use it to create
beautiful and dynamic websites for their
clients. You can too! Learn how to navigate
and use Dreamweaver’s workspace and tools;
format and add text to your pages; implement
cascading style sheets (CSS), and create the
four types of links. Discover how to insert
images in the background and foreground of
your pages; create tables; use more advanced
CSS; create different types of page layouts
with CSS sheets; check your pages for browser
compatibility; insert JavaScript into web pages,
and create forms. The course will be taught
using Adobe Creative Cloud. Prerequisites:
Intro to Web Page Design and Intermediate
HTML5 & CSS3 or equivalent experience.
• Photoshop – Level 1
• Photoshop – Levels 2 & 3
ARTS 1631 / 1.8 CEU / $599
• Illustrator – Level 1
• InDesign – Levels 1 & 2
• Dreamweaver – Level 1
• Dreamweaver – Levels 2 & 3
• Websites with WordPress® Boot Camp
• H.O.T. (Hands-On-Training)
for Web Designers, Level I
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Tue & Thu, Mar 24 – Apr 9
6:30 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: Faydra D. Fields, BA,
Web Designer/Developer
Intro to Web Page Design
Intermediate HTML5 & CSS3
»» 02N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Tue –Thu, May 26 – 28
9 am – 4 pm
Instructor: Faydra D. Fields, BA,
Web Designer/Developer
This hands-on course introduces you to the
exciting world of web page creation for the
Internet using the newly developed HTML5
coding standards. With a text editor, such
as Notepad, you’re able to write the code,
validate it, upload it to the student host site at
NOVA, and verify it, so that it can be seen by
anybody in the world who has access to the
Internet. Topics include links, images, lists
and tables. Some exposure to the new CSS3,
as well as the new audio and video tags, is
also included. The first hour of class is crucial
to your success. Please be on time and bring
a thumb drive so you can save your work.
Prerequisites: Familiarity with Windows and
Notepad.
Continue to develop your skills in designing
sophisticated web pages, using the new CSS3
style and HTML5 standards. Topics covered
include: new form elements, audio and
video, scalable vector graphics, the new page
structural elements, plus some additional
details. The new CSS3 elements include HLSA
color scheme, gradients, transform, transitions
and animation. The QueryString will also be
discussed. You’ll get hands-on experience in
creating forms and multicolumn page layouts,
and will work with positioning, floating,
navigation, fonts and colors, hover effects, and
the DOM model. IE and Firefox will be the
main browsers, but we’ll also touch on Safari
and Chrome. A brief introduction to JavaScript
and jQuery will be made. Bring a thumb
drive to class. Prerequisite: Intro to Web Page
Design or equivalent course.
Web Design
ANNANDALE
This Web Design Certificate Program is structured for those who wish to become professional
web designers. The courses in this program will give you hands-on exposure to cutting-edge
web design software, and you’ll develop the wide array of skills needed to create a complete
website. You must successfully complete the six core courses listed below, plus two electives
totaling 24 hours (2.4 CEU) in order to receive the overall program certificate. Also, you must
attend 90% of the class hours for each course as well as completing all requirements set by the
instructor in order to receive a course certificate.
Individual classes may be taken without pursuing the program certificate. All classes may not
be offered every semester.
Req. Textbook: HTML5 and CSS3, Illustrated
Complete
ARTS 1780 / 1.2 CEU / $399
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Tue, Jan 20 – Feb 10
Instructor: Dr. Albert Pinto
6 – 9 pm
Req. Textbook: CSS3: Visual QuickStart Guide,
6th Ed.
ARTS 1620 / 1.2 CEU / $399
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Tue, Mar 10 – 31
Instructor: Dr. Albert Pinto
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Annandale Campus | 703–323–3168
6 – 9 pm
Loudoun Campus | 703–450–2551
Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
Adobe Dreamweaver – Level 2
Don’t stop with the basics. To create even more
attractive, interactive websites, you definitely
want to take your skills to the next level!
Learn how to use Dreamweaver’s version of
AJAX (Spry); how to apply behaviors to show
and hide elements on a page, open browser
windows as faux pop-ups, and validate forms.
Discover how to navigate Dreamweaver’s
Assets panel; use its reports to troubleshoot
and check your entire site for issues; move your
site from your local computer to the WWW;
create code snippets and library items that will
allow you to reuse code, and create templates
that speed up the process of making multiple
pages for your site. The course will be taught
using Adobe Creative Cloud. Prerequisite:
Adobe Dreamweaver – Level 1 or equivalent
experience.
ARTS 1683 / 1.2 CEU / $399
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Tue & Thu, Apr 14 – 23
6:30 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: Faydra D. Fields, BA, Web
Designer/Developer
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
IT & Computer Skills
Web Design & Development
Adobe Photoshop – Level 1
Adobe Photoshop – Level II
Adobe Illustrator – Level 1
Adobe Photoshop is the industry standard
for image manipulation and preparation.
Graphic images used in print, multimedia,
and the internet are often created in
Photoshop and then imported into other
programs. Get a hands-on introduction to
Photoshop, exploring its workspace, tools,
palettes, and menu options and discussing
their potential uses. No previous Photoshop
or art knowledge is required. The course
will be taught using Adobe Creative Cloud.
Prerequisites: Ability to locate, open, and
save files in a Windows environment and be
comfortable using a mouse.
With Photoshop CC, you can perfect your
photography with breakthrough tools.
Photoshop CC offers state-of-the-art tools
to help you refine your images and get
superior results faster than ever before and
boost your productivity at every level. The
Mercury Graphics Engine, introduced in
Photoshop CC, brings unprecedented power
to Photoshop. New selection technology
helps you easily make complex selections of
difficult subjects with superior results, and
Bridge keeps your photos and media close
to hand—right inside Photoshop. You’ll
learn how make selections using the Pen
tool, draw custom shapes, import and edit
Smart Objects, create and use adjustment
layers and layer styles, create layer comps,
use filters, create and record actions, and
use the mixer brush. You’ll edit movies, add
sound tracks, and export a video. The course
will be taught using Adobe Creative Cloud.
Prerequisite: Adobe Photoshop –Level I or
equivalent experience. Students should know
how to use the mouse and standard menus
and commands, and also how to open, save,
and close files, and should be proficient in the
skills learned in Photoshop – Level I.
Adobe Illustrator CC software allows you
to create sophisticated artwork for virtually
any medium. Industry-standard drawing
tools and flexible color controls help you
capture your ideas and experiment freely,
while timesaving features such as easierto-access options let you work quickly and
intuitively. Improved performance and tight
integration with other Adobe applications
also help you produce extraordinary graphics.
You’ll get an overview of Adobe Illustrator,
learn the difference between the various
selection tools, gain an understanding of the
five methods to transform objects, and learn
how to manipulate multiple Artboards. You’ll
learn to use the Pen and Pencil tools to create
and edit shapes. You learn how to apply and
change color to paths in your artwork. The
course will be taught using Adobe Creative
Cloud. Prerequisites: You should have a
working knowledge of your computer and its
operating system. Make sure that you know
how to use the mouse and standard menu and
commands, and also how to open, save, and
close files.
ARTS 1727 / 1.2 CEU / $399
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Mon, Mar 16 – Apr 6
6:30 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: Jane Edwards, BA
Adobe Certified Instructor
Req. Textbook: Adobe Photoshop CC 2014:
Classroom in a Book
»» 02N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Tue & Wed, Apr 7 & 8
9 am – 4 pm
Instructor: Faydra D. Fields, BA,
Web Designer/Developer
No textbook required, handouts provided by
instructor
»» 03N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Tue & Wed, May 12 & 13
9 am – 4 pm
Instructor: Faydra D. Fields, BA,
Web Designer/Developer
No textbook required, handouts provided by
instructor
Req. Textbook: Adobe Photoshop CC 2014:
Classroom in a Book
ARTS 1728 / 1.2 CEU / $399
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Tue, Apr 14 – May 5
6:30 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: Jane Edwards, BA
Adobe Certified Instructor
Faydra D. Fields
– Web Design Instructor –
Faydra D. Fields is known all over the web by just her
first and middle name: Faydra Deon. While other people
would call her a web guru, she eschews that title and has labeled herself a “Most
Things” Web Consultant. Faydra was using the Internet before most of her family
and friends even knew about the World Wide Web (yes, the Internet and the Web are
two different things). She has been a webmaster and web designer/developer for more
than 25 years; six of which were as a soldier in the U.S. Army. Since 2006, Faydra has
been a computer applications trainer in the Washington, DC, area, training others
to design/develop websites for personal, business and government use. She teaches
social media, SEO and grammar classes, too. Faydra is also a blogger, an author, and
publisher as well as a NOVA Workforce Development instructor.
ARTS 1634 / 1.2 CEU / $399
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Tue, Feb 10 – Mar 3
6:30 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: Jane Edwards, BA
Adobe Certified Instructor
Req. Textbook: Adobe Illustrator CC 2014:
Classroom in a Book
»» 02N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Tue & Wed, Apr 14 & 15
9 am – 4 pm
Instructor: Faydra D. Fields, BA,
Web Designer/Developer
No textbook required, handouts provided by
instructor
»» 03N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Tue & Wed, May 19 & 20
9 am – 4 pm
Instructor: Faydra D. Fields, BA,
Web Designer/Developer
No textbook required, handouts provided by
instructor
Enroll online at
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
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NEW
Websites with WordPress®
Boot Camp
WordPress® is the most popular content
management system on the web today. Learn
the difference between WordPress.com and
a self-hosted WordPress® site. Create content
on a WordPress.com site, which you’ll migrate
to a self-hosted WordPress® site. Before
migrating content, you’ll learn how to set up
a self-hosted WordPress® site. This includes
learning about cPanel for hosting, setting up
the site’s database, creating FTP and e-mail
accounts, and installing the site software. On
the WordPress.com site, you’ll learn how to
plan and prepare your site; write, tag, and
publish content; work with image galleries;
add video and audio, and name, schedule, and
manage your content. Also, you’ll discover
how to make your WordPress® site stand out
and help others connect to it by making it
search-engine friendly.
Instructor: Faydra D. Fields, BA, Web Designer/
Developer
ITEC 1498 / 1.8 CEU / $599
»» 01N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Tue & Thu, Apr 28 – May 14
6:30 – 9:30 pm
»» 02N Annandale, CED – 6th floor
Tue – Thu, June 2 – 4
9 am – 4 pm
H.O.T. for Web
Designers – Level 1
H.O.T. stands for “hands-on-training.” This
is an internship-like course designed to help
you break out of the training mode and
practically apply what you’ve learned in your
introductory web design and development
classes. You’ll learn many aspects of what realworld web designers do on a daily basis in
order to become successful at their business
and craft. Each student will have a different
project to complete. You’ll be expected to
keep a journal of what you do and learn in
this course. Prerequisites: Introduction &
Advanced HTML5 & CSS3, Dreamweaver
Level 1, Photoshop Level 1 & Illustrator Level
1, or equivalent experience.
»» Offered in a future term.
Web Design & Development
Introduction to
JavaScript & jQuery
This exciting hands-on course will allow
you to go beyond the capabilities of HTML5
and CSS3. Learn the syntax of the JavaScript
language, functions and events, the DOM
model, menus, and how to add or modify
windows; create, access or modify elements,
use animation and graphics, and enter data
through forms. Time permitting, other
topics include: objects, date and timing
events, and validation. An introduction to
jQuery will also be made. Prior exposure to
a programming language is helpful. Bring a
thumb drive to save your work. Prerequisite:
Intermediate HTML5 & CSS3
»» Offered in a future term.
CERTIFICATE
Web Design
ALEXANDRIA/ARLINGTON
Get on the web design fast track! If you’re
the kind of person who likes to jump in
and experiment, this program will assist in
getting you ready to sell your first site, or
land your first job as a web designer.
To earn the certificate, all required courses
must be taken. It is recommended that
courses be taken in the order listed. You
must attend 90% of the class hours for
each course as well as completing all
requirements set by the instructor in order
to receive a course certificate.
Required Courses:
• Intro to Web Page Design
Intro to Web Page Design
This hands-on course introduces you to web
page creation for the Internet using the newly
developed HTML5 coding standards. You
will write HTML with a text editor such as
Notepad, validate it, make it accessible to
those with disabilities, and upload it to the
student web space at NVCC. Topics include
headings, lists, links, images, and tables.
General design principles and an introduction
to Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) are also
included. Please bring a thumb drive so you
can save your work. Prerequisite: Familiarity
with basic computer operations.
ARTS 1780 / 1.2 CEU / $399
»» 01A Arlington Center, 202
Sat, Jan 24 – Feb 14
Instructor: Dr. William Pegram
1 – 4 pm
CSS for Mobile Layout
Learn to format web pages that adapt from
desktop to tablet to phone size using CSS
Media Queries as specified in international
standards. Discover how to lay out a page in
one, two, or three columns that can collapse
or rearrange themselves, and also learn all
the basic CSS for formatting the typography,
colors, and backgrounds of your pages. Also
learn how “include” files give you control of
repeating elements like headers and footers.
Please bring a flash drive so you can save your
work. Prerequisite: Introduction to Web Page
Design or proficiency in HTML coding.
ARTS 1664 / 1.2 CEU / $399
»» 01A Arlington Center, 202
Wed, Feb 18 & 25
6:30 – 9:30 pm
Sat, Feb 21 & 28
9:30 am – 12:30 pm
Instructor: Teri Murphy, MA
• CSS for Mobile Layout
• Dreamweaver for Effective
Web Design
• Photoshop for the Web
• Building Websites with Free
Content Management Systems
• Web Design Studio
• HTML5 & CSS3 Web Frontiers
Recommended Elective:
All courses may be
taken individually
or as part of a
certificate program.
• Introduction to JavaScript & jQuery
• Intermediate Photoshop: Shiny
Cars & Youthful Faces
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Annandale Campus | 703–323–3168
Loudoun Campus | 703–450–2551
Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
IT & Computer Skills
Web Design & Development
Dreamweaver for
Effective Web Design
Building Websites with Free
Content Management Systems
Dreamweaver is the tool-of-choice for
professionals to create Web sites more quickly
than coding by hand. In this fast-paced,
hands-on course, you will learn both the
strategies of effective web design and the skills
for creating sites in Dreamweaver. You will
shortcut the design of mobile-ready pages
using starter pages and fluid grids. You will
add forms for user input, create templates
that permit global changes across a site, and
insert interactive media and the new CSS3
transformations. Class will finish with a
project in which you create a site of your own
design. Prerequisite: Familiarity with basic
computer operations.
Base your sites on free Content Management
Systems (CMS) that permit users to edit
their sites online. We’ll work primarily in
WordPress, the most popular CMS, but also
touch on competitors like Joomla and Drupal.
Learn the best sources of these systems, how
to install and customize them, choose among
hundreds of beautiful themes, and integrate
with social media. You’ll also add “plugins” or
“widgets” that provide features such as blogs,
photo and video galleries, and shopping carts.
Prerequisite: Dreamweaver for Effective Web
Design, or Intro to Web Page Design, or solid
knowledge of CSS and HTML coding. Please
bring an empty thumb drive.
ARTS 1631 / 1.8 CEU / $599
ITEC 1518 / 1.2 CEU / $399
»» 01A Arlington Center, 202
Wed, Mar 4 – 18
6:30 – 9:30 pm
Sat, Mar 7 – 21
9:30 am – 12:30 pm
Instructor: Teri Murphy, MA
»» 01A Arlington Center, 202
Wed, Apr 22 & 29
6:30 – 9:30 pm
Sat, Apr 25 & May 2 9:30 am – 12:30 pm
Instructor: Teri Murphy, MA
Photoshop for the Web
Web Design Studio Lab
Preparing images and video for the Web,
you will create banners and background
graphics with appropriate resolution and
color space for viewing on screen. You will
create animations, compile sprites, and slice
images to create navigation bars that can
be finished in Dreamweaver to “rollover”
to a different image. You will edit video to
add transitions, still images, and titles. The
class will also cover basics of image editing
and masking with a focus on new features.
Prerequisite: Experience working with a
personal computer. Please bring an empty
thumb drive.
Opt. Textbook: Adobe Photoshop CS6: Classroom
in a Book
Sharpen your Web design skills by building
a full site with support from your instructor
coach. This lab is for those who have
completed the Web Design Certificate
program—or have comparable skills—and
want to focus on a real-world project. You
will create a plan for the site’s architecture,
design, and search engine strategy. Working
on your own, you will build the site either
in Dreamweaver or in WordPress®. The
instructor will offer support and will assess
your completed project. Bring a project of
your own or choose one proposed by the
instructor. Prerequisites: All classes in
the Web Design Certificate or equivalent
experience.
ARTS 1824 / 1.2 CEU / $399
ARTS 1671 / 1.5 CEU / $499
»» 01A Arlington Center, 202
Wed, Apr 1 – 15
6:30 – 9:30 pm
Sat, Apr 11
9:30 am – 12:30 pm
Instructor: Teri Murphy, MA
»» 01A Arlington Center, 202
Mon & Wed, May 6 – 20 6:30 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: Teri Murphy, MA
HTML5 & CSS3 Web Frontiers
Continue to develop your skills in designing
sophisticated web pages using the new CSS3
and HTML5 standards. Audio and video can
work across all browsers. Forms look sharper
and come alive with built in validation.
New page elements produce content that is
portable from your site to social media. You’ll
get new design options with Web fonts and
layered background images, more colors with
gradients and transparency, plus animation
techniques that can replace Flash. You’ll learn
how to adapt these techniques for Internet
Explorer, Firefox, Safari and Chrome. We’ll
also touch on geolocation, working offline,
and Web storage. Prerequisites: Intro to
Web Design and CSS for Mobile Layout or
equivalent skills.
Req. Textbook: HTML5 and CSS3 for the Real
World
ARTS 1690 / 0.6 CEU / $199
»» 01A Arlington Center, 203
Wed, Jan 21
Sat, Jan 24
6:30 – 9:30 pm
1 – 4 pm
»» 02A Arlington Center, 202
Mon & Wed, June 1 & 3
6:30 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: Teri Murphy, MA
Intro to JavaScript & JQuery
This hands-on course will allow you to
go beyond the capabilities of HTML5
and CSS3. Learn data types, expressions,
conditional and looping statements, arrays,
functions and event handlers. You will learn
how to write JavaScript to create menus,
access information from other web pages,
dynamically modify CSS, and utilize dates
and time. An introduction to jQuery will also
be made. Bring a thumb drive to save your
work. Prerequisite: Introduction to Web
Page Design or proficiency in HTML and CSS
coding.
Req. Textbook: JavaScript Step by Step, 3rd Ed.
ITEC 1981 / 1.2 CEU / $399
»» 01A Arlington Center, 203
Sat, Mar 21 – Apr 11
Instructor: Dr. William Pegram
Enroll online at
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
1 – 4 pm
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Intermediate Photoshop:
Shiny Cars & Youthful Faces
If you’re ready to move beyond the basics
and really delve into industry standards of
retouching skin and hair without looking
like a student air-brushing project, this is
the course for you. Learn how seamless
composites are created, how figures with
difficult elements such as hair, fur, or complex
shapes such as motorcycles are selected and
transposed into different environments. Get
ready to unlock Photoshop’s powerful features
that can make cars shinier and faces more
youthful. Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of
Photoshop.
Req. Textbook: Adobe Photoshop CS6: Classroom
in a Book
ARTS 1400 / 1.2 CEU / $399
»» 01A Arlington Center, 202
Sat, Apr 18
1 – 4 pm
Tue, Apr 21 – May 5
6:30 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: Lawrence Getubig
Web Design & Development
CERTIFICATE
Web Design
LOUDOUN
To earn the Web Design certificate, you must complete eight required courses and 24 hours
of elective courses. Upon completion of this certificate program you must submit a final
project prior to receiving your overall program certificate. You should have basic knowledge
in using either a Macintosh or Windows-based computer. All applications in this program are
cross-platform, and can be taught/used on a Macintosh or PC. The computer system used in a
specific course will depend on lab availability.
Required Courses:
Elective Courses:
• Web Design – Introduction
• Adobe Illustrator – Level II
• Computer Graphics – Introduction
• Adobe Photoshop – Level II
• Adobe Photoshop – Level I
• Any JavaScript course
• Adobe Illustrator – Level I
• Digital Video/Filmmaking &
• Adobe Dreamweaver – Introduction
Adobe Premiere – Level II
• Adobe Dreamweaver – Intermediate
• Adobe Flash – Introduction
• Web Design for Designers – Advanced
Computer Graphics –
Introduction
Adobe Dreamweaver –
Introduction
Get a solid foundation in general computer
graphics principles and concepts. Essential
concepts for both the web and print mediums
are covered, including raster versus vector,
resolution, color depth, color models,
color management, compression, file
formats, pixels, resolution, font properties,
optimization, anti-aliasing, and half-toning.
Discover the particular roles and capabilities
of the major graphics software packages such
as Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, so that
you’ll be clear on which software package(s)
will meet your needs. If you are new to
computer graphics, this course prepares
you to use the software more quickly and
efficiently, and is highly recommended before
you take Illustrator and Photoshop classes.
If you have some experience using computer
graphics software but have questions about
terms and basic concepts, this course answers
them for you.
In this introduction to Dreamweaver CC,
you harness the power of this professional
tool that is the industry standard for creating
web pages. This class provides extensive
hands-on projects in Dreamweaver CC, plus
an introduction to HTML-based coding. The
emphasis of the class is to understand HTML
(Hyper Text Markup Language) code and CSS
(Cascading Style Sheets) formatting. You will
also explore basic formatting of web pages,
implementing cascading style sheets, and
creating dynamic forms. The course will be
taught using Adobe Creative Cloud.
Instructor: Christian Lopez
ARTS 1729 / 1.2 CEU / $399
»» 01L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Tue & Thu, Jan 27 – Feb 5 6:30 – 9:30 pm
»» 02L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Tue & Thu, Feb 24 – Mar 5 6:30 – 9:30 pm
»» Offered in a future term
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Annandale Campus | 703–323–3168
Loudoun Campus | 703–450–2551
Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
IT & Computer Skills
Web Design & Development
Adobe Dreamweaver –
Intermediate
In this class you’ll be provided advanced
hands-on projects in Dreamweaver CC.
You will explore Dreamweaver templates,
JavaScript, database-driven pages, and
website project management. The course
will be taught using Adobe Creative Cloud.
Prerequisite: Dreamweaver – Introduction.
ARTS 1730 / 1.2 CEU / $399
»» 01L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Tue & Thu, Mar 24 – Apr 2 6:30 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: Christian Lopez
Adobe Flash – Introduction
Learn how to spice up your website with
Adobe’s vector-based animation program.
This course covers the basics in creating,
animating, and distributing Flash projects.
Topics include: the Flash interface; creating
simple to complex animations; creating
interactive Flash movies; and integrating
sound and video into Flash projects.
ARTS 1848 / 1.2 CEU / $399
»» 01L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Mon & Thu, Apr 13 – 23
Instructor: Robert Brown
6:30 – 9:30 pm
Adobe Illustrator – Level I
Learn how to use the popular graphic
design application Adobe Illustrator to
create graphics and artwork to be used for
the web, multimedia, and print. Topics
covered include: when to use Illustrator vs.
Photoshop; an overview of Illustrator’s tools,
palettes, and menus; drawing objects and
editing them; incorporating text and using
text effects; applying color; and optimizing
graphics for the web. At the conclusion of
the course, you’ll be able to competently use
Illustrator to create basic graphic designs.
If you are new to computer graphics, the
Introduction to Computer Graphics class is
highly recommended before you take this
class. The course will be taught using Adobe
Creative Cloud.
ARTS 1852 / 0.8 CEU / $299
»» 01L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Fri, Jan 30
6:30 – 10:30 pm
Sat, Jan 31
9 am – 1 pm
Instructor: Clint Bagwell
Adobe Illustrator – Level II
Adobe Photoshop – Level II
Build on the skills learned in the Level
I course. Topics covered include: shape
transformations, advanced text effects,
appearance attributes such as transparency
and multiple fills, masks and other special
purpose objects, enhanced productivity
features such as graphic styles, and advanced
layer management. At the conclusion of
the course, you’ll be able to competently
use Illustrator to create complex graphics
incorporating a variety of objects and
techniques. The course will be taught using
Adobe Creative Cloud. Prerequisite: Adobe
Illustrator – Level I or a solid working
knowledge of the application.
Expand your knowledge of the Photoshop
workspace by exploring the benefits of tool
presets, layer comps, actions, file browser,
automate options, and other advanced menu
and palette options. Masks, channels, paths,
shapes, styles, filters, layer properties, and
blending modes will also be used as you learn
to combine images seamlessly. The course
will be taught using Adobe Creative Cloud.
Prerequisite: Adobe Photoshop – Level I or
equivalent Photoshop experience.
ARTS 1853 / 0.8 CEU / $299
»» 01L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Fri, Feb 20
6:30 – 10:30 pm
Sat, Feb 21
9 am – 1 pm
Instructor: Clint Bagwell
Adobe Photoshop – Level I
Adobe Photoshop is the imaging industry
standard for image manipulation and
preparation. Graphic images used in print,
multimedia, and the Internet are often created
in Photoshop and then imported into other
programs. This class provides a handson introduction to Photoshop, exploring
its workspace, tools, palettes, and menu
options and discussing their potential uses.
No previous Photoshop or art knowledge
is required. The course will be taught using
Adobe Creative Cloud. Prerequisite: Ability
to locate, open, and save files in a Windows
environment and be comfortable using a
mouse.
Instructor: Jolita Rector
ARTS 1727 / 1.2 CEU / $399
»» 01L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Mon & Wed, Feb 23 – Mar 4
6:30 – 9:30 pm
»» 02L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Mon & Wed, Mar 16 – 25 6:30 – 9:30 pm
ARTS 1728 / 1.2 CEU / $399
»» 01L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Mon & Wed, Apr 13 – 22
Instructor: Jolita Rector
6:30 – 9:30 pm
Web Design – Introduction
Want to learn how to create Flash animations,
place them on a Web page, and then create
a dynamic website? This comprehensive
overview course introduces the fundamental
techniques and principles involved in the
planning, design, and production of webbased designs. Learn how to plan, design, and
produce creative, interactive materials for the
web.
ARTS 1713 / 0.6 CEU / $199
»» 01L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Fri, Feb 20
6:30 – 9:30 pm
Sat, Feb 21
9:30 am – 12:30 pm
Instructor: Robert Brown
Web Design for Designers –
Advanced
This is an independent study, instructorassisted course. Students will be required
to build a website from start to finish by
following specific procedures. Students will
proceed at their own pace. Completion of this
final project is required for the Web Design
Certification. Prerequisites: All courses in
the Web Design certification program plus 24
hours of electives.
ARTS 1843 / 1.2 CEU / $399
»» 01L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Tue & Thu, Apr 21 – 30
6:30 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: Christian Lopez
Enroll online at
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
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Web Design & Development
“
IT & Computer Skills
Debbi is fantastic! Very knowledgeable and patient.
She presented a lot of very interesting topics and
details. Clarified many areas of confusion
about the topic.
CERTIFICATE
Web Development
WOODBRIDGE
This program is designed for individuals
who want to gain control for any beginning
and advanced website development. It is a
code-based, software independent program
designed to teach the foundation skills of
web design using HTML, CSS, JavaScript,
PHP and MySQL working together to build
interactive websites. The program also
includes an overview course on basic web
management to enable you to learn how
to actually publish a small or medium size
website in a shared hosting environment. It
is ideal for individuals who wish to create
sites for small business, non-profit or
personal use or as a foundational lead-in to
a professional development career with a
large business.
Individual courses may be taken without
pursuing the program certificate. You
may choose to complete the Level I skills
certificate only.
Basic Web Management student
Basic Web Management
JavaScript Basics
You’ll learn the basics of setting up and
managing in a shared web environment.
Topics include: acquiring domain names
and contracting for shared web services,
advantages and disadvantages of shared
hosting, and shared hosting feature
comparisons. This class will demonstrate
managing a hosted site through several
management interfaces to include setting
up e-mail accounts, e-mail forwarding,
password protected directories, subdomains,
ftp accounts, uploading websites and more.
It’s ideal for someone who wishes to set up
an affordable small personal website or for
non‐profit activities. The concepts may apply
to larger scale projects as well.
Add functionality to your web pages using
JavaScript. No special software is required.
In this hands‐on course, you will learn the
basics of programming in JavaScript, the most
scripting language of the Web. You will also
learn how to embed JavaScript in your HTML
pages, create rollover images, add form
validation, and more. Bring a thumb drive.
Prerequisite: Web Basics course or equivalent
knowledge.
ITEC 1581 / 0.3 CEU / $109
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus
Sat, Jan 24
9:30 am – 12:30 pm
Instructor: Debbi Rodgers
Web Basics – HTML & CSS
• JavaScript Advanced
Explore the basics of web design by learning
the actual code used to build web pages. No
special software is required. This is a hands‐
on course, using HTML to create pages using
text formatting, images, lists and tables. You
will enhance the pages using Cascading Style
Sheets (CSS) to add color, fonts, and many
other special visual effects. Bring a thumb
drive. Prerequisites: Basic understanding of
your computer’s operating system and the
Internet.
Level II:
ARTS 1639 / 1.2 CEU / $399
• MySQL Basics
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus
Sat, Jan 31 & Feb 7
9:30 am – 4:30 pm
Instructor: Nancy Rubner
Required Courses:
Level I:
• Basic Web Management
• Web Basics – HTML & CSS
• JavaScript Basics
• PHP Basics
Opt. Textbook: JavaScript & jQuery, The Missing
Manual
ITEC 1981 / 1.2 CEU / $399
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus
Sat, Feb 21 & 28
9:30 am – 4:30 pm
Instructor: Nancy Rubner
JavaScript Advanced
Expand your JavaScript knowledge with
special JavaScript frameworks. Learn how
to work with cross‐browser functionality to
create animation effects and dynamic page
formatting, fading and sliding elements and
more. This course uses the jQuery Framework
for JavaScript. Prerequisite: JavaScript Basics
or equivalent knowledge.
Opt. Textbook: JavaScript & jQuery, The Missing
Manual
ITEC 1991 / 0.6 CEU / $199
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus
Sat, Mar 7
9:30 am – 4:30 pm
Instructor: Nancy Rubner
• PHP Advanced
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IT & Computer Skills
Multimedia & Filmmaking
PHP Basics
PHP is one of the most supported languages
for server-side programming. You will learn
the basics of the PHP language including
variables, arrays, loops, and functions. Also
included will be how to generate e-mail from
the web server using PHP and how to validate
form data. Bring a thumb drive. Prerequisite:
JavaScript Advanced.
Optional Textbook: PHP & MySQL, the Missing
Manual
ITEC 1896 / 1.2 CEU / $399
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus
Sat, Mar 21 & 28
9:30 am – 4:30 pm
Instructor: Debbi Rodgers
MySQL Basics
MySQL is the most popular database
management system for small to medium
websites. You will learn the database, data
types, and SQL. This course is designed to
prepare you for building database-driven
sites using PHP. Bring a thumb drive.
Prerequisites: Comfortable with using
a web browser and mouse in a Windows
environment.
ITEC 1747 / 0.6 CEU / $199
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus
Sat, Apr 11
9:30 am – 4:30 pm
Instructor: Debbi Rodgers
Multimedia & Filmmaking
CERTIFICATE
CERTIFICATE
Multimedia Design
Digital Video & Filmmaking
Production
LOUDOUN
To earn the Multimedia Design certificate,
you must complete seven required courses
and 24 hours of elective courses. Upon
completion of this certificate program
you must submit a final project prior to
receiving your overall program certificate.
You should have basic knowledge in using
either a Macintosh or Windows-based
computer. All applications in this program
are cross-platform, and can be taught/
used on a Macintosh or PC. The computer
system used in a specific course will
depend on lab availability.
Required Courses:
LOUDOUN
A dynamic program for the digital
age, the Digital Video & Filmmaking
Production Certificate Program teaches
you how to take advantage of today’s digital
technology to produce creative digital
video visions. Whether you are an artist,
video professional, aspiring filmmaker, or
digital video home enthusiast, this program
will take you to the next level. To earn
this certificate, you must complete seven
required and two elective courses. Also, you
will create and submit a final project in the
Advanced Digital Filmmaking course.
• Multimedia Media Design –
Introduction
Required Courses:
• Adobe Photoshop – Level I
• Digital Filmmaking
Production – Level II
• DVD Authoring – Introduction
• Adobe Illustrator – Level I
• Adobe Flash – Introduction
• Digital Video/Filmmaking &
Adobe Premiere – Level I
PHP Advanced
• Multimedia Design – Advanced
Combining PHP and MySQL techniques,
you will learn to use PHP to interact with
a MySQL database to build, validate and
process forms, and regulate user access. Bring
a thumb drive. Prerequisites: PHP Basics and
MySQL Basics.
Elective Courses:
Optional Textbook: PHP & MySQL, the Missing
Manual
• Adobe Illustrator – Level II
• Digital Filmmaking – Introduction
• Digital Video/Filmmaking &
Adobe Premiere – Level I
• Digital Video/Filmmaking &
Final Cut – Level I
• Screenwriting – Introduction
• Adobe After Effects
• Advanced Digital Filmmaking
• Adobe Photoshop – Level II
Elective Courses:
• Digital Video/Filmmaking &
Final Cut X – Level I
• Any Adobe Photoshop class
• Scriptwriting I – Fundamentals
• Digital Video/Filmmaking &
Adobe Premiere – Level ll
• Filmmaking for Beginners
• Apple Motion
ITEC 1408 / 0.6 CEU / $199
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus
Sat, Apr 18
9:30 am – 4:30 pm
Instructor: Debbi Rodgers
Be sure to register early. IT and computer
courses are popular and fill quickly.
Enroll today!
Enroll online at
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
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Multimedia & Filmmaking
Adobe After Effects – Level I
Adobe Photoshop – Level II
Adobe After Effects is regarded as the
industry standard digital video composition
tool. This course introduces you to its many
facets. Topics covered include: motion
paths; special effects animation; and using
Photoshop, Illustrator, and digitized video
and sound files to create digital composites.
Exercises range from animating a flying logo
to a complex composited presentation. Upon
completing the course, you will have the skills
necessary to design and create digital video
compositions. Prerequisites: Basic knowledge
of Photoshop Layers, Illustrator graphics, and
video timecode is recommended.
See page 63 for course decription.
ARTS 1863 / 1.2 CEU / $399
»» 01L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Mon & Wed, Jan 26 – Feb 4
6:30 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: Jolita Rector
ARTS 1728 / 1.2 CEU / $399
»» 01L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Mon & Wed, Apr 13 – 22
Instructor: Jolita Rector
6:30 – 9:30 pm
NEW
Apple Motion
Take your video project to the next level
with motion graphics. Apple Motion is an
integral companion to Final Cut Pro software
for titling, compositing and creating effects.
Short lectures and hands-on demonstrations
will introduce you to the intuitive video
production toolset.
ARTS 1409 / 1.6 CEU / $599
NEW
Adobe After Effects – Level II
Explore advanced techniques in treating film
and video. Learn about stabilizing shaky video
footage, how to remove camera shake and
matching camera motion so graphic titles
move along with camera footage. Discover
various rotoscoping techniques for everything
from fixing faulty green-screen footage to
creating clean edges with the Refine Edge
Matte options. Learn how to create real 3D
text to go into 3D worlds and how to add 3D
lights and cameras. Also while working in the
3D environment, you’ll explore the material
options of the objects you build in Cinema 4D
Lite, which is actually part of the After Effects
application. Prerequisite: Adobe After Effects
– Level I or equivalent knowledge.
»» 01L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Fri, Apr 17 & 24
6:30 – 10:30 pm
Sat, Apr 18 & 25
9 am – 1 pm
Instructor: Clint Bagwell
Digital Filmmaking –
Introduction
Digital Filmmaking
Production – Level II
This course is a continuation of the Digital
Filmmaking – Introduction course, providing
more advanced techniques and procedures
involved in single-camera, digital filmmaking.
Major emphasis in this course will focus
on exploring such techniques as proper
camera set up and staging of action, camera
composition, and proper lighting for a
digital video/film project. Storyboarding and
nonlinear digital editing procedures that
include the shooting and capture of actual
video footage will also be emphasized. You
will work in production groups in order to
produce a final digital project to showcase
skills learned in this lecture and hands-on
course. Prerequisite: Digital Filmmaking –
Introduction or Digital Video/Filmmaking &
Adobe Premiere.
ARTS 1866 / 1.1 CEU / $499
»» 01L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Sat, Apr 4 & 11
9 am – 3:30 pm
Instructor: Michael Tolosa
Digital Filmmaking – Advanced
Adobe Photoshop – Level I
Designed for those with little or no digital
video/film production experience, this
course provides a comprehensive overview
of the various techniques and procedures
used to produce creative digital video/film
projects. Explore the technology used in
creating digital productions, focusing on
digital hardware and software considerations.
While pre-production procedures that
include scriptwriting and storyboarding are
touched on, the main emphasis will focus on
a discussion of post-production procedures
that include non-linear digital editing and
applying special visual effects to a digital
project. Through lectures, discussions, and
hands-on assignments, you’ll gain a basic
understanding of the fundamental procedures
and techniques involved in digital video/
filmmaking production.
Working either individually or within a
group, you will produce a digital project
based on self-developed concepts and/or
themes using script writing and production
skills learned from previous courses in the
program. Digital projects produced in this
course will be exported onto videocassette,
DVD, and/or the Internet. Working within
a group you will be able to use camera and
lighting equipment provided by Workforce
Development. If you opt to work individually,
you will need to have access to your own
camera and lighting equipment. Everyone
will have access to nonlinear digital editing
hardware and software, as well as hardware
and software needed for proper output of the
digital project. Prerequisites: Completion of
all required certificate courses.
See page 63 for course description.
ARTS 1864 / 0.7 CEU / $229
ARTS 1727 / 1.2 CEU / $399
»» 01L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Fri, Jan 23
6:30 – 10 pm
Sat, Jan 24
9:30 am – 1 pm
Instructor: Robert Brown
»» 01L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Sat, May 9 & 16
9 am – 3:30 pm
Instructor: Michael Tolosa
ARTS 1408 / 1.2 CEU / $399
»» 01L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Mon & Wed, May 4 – 13
Instructor: Jolita Rector
6:30 – 9:30 pm
»» 01L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Mon & Wed, Feb 23 – Mar 4
6:30 – 9:30 pm
ARTS 1867 / 1.1 CEU / $499
»» 02L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Mon & Wed, Mar 16 – 25 6:30 – 9:30 pm
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Annandale Campus | 703–323–3168
Loudoun Campus | 703–450–2551
Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
IT & Computer Skills
Multimedia & Filmmaking
Digital Video/Filmmaking &
Adobe Premiere – Level I
Digital Video/Filmmaking &
Adobe Premiere – Level II
Digital Video/Filmmaking &
Final Cut Pro X – Level I
Get an introduction to the Adobe Premiere
digital video-editing program, one of the most
popular software programs used for nonlinear editing by both professionals and those
with little or no experience in performing
digital video editing. You’ll learn basic
digital video editing techniques for creating
digital video/film projects. Topics include:
understanding the Adobe Premiere interface,
importing digital video clips, editing digital
video clips, creating and importing graphics,
using digital sound, and creating special
effects in Premiere. This hands-on course
culminates in the production of a digital
video project showcasing the techniques
learned. Through lectures, discussions, and
hands-on assignments, you develop skills that
will enable you to use Premiere to produce
creative digital projects.
This class builds on the skills and
understanding developed in Premiere Level
I. You’ll learn more advanced techniques in
using Premiere to edit and assemble digital
videos. Topics covered in the course include:
the concepts of compressors/decompressors
(known as CODEC’s); more specific and
detailed information on how to utilize various
tools in the Tool Palette; how to perform
more advanced editing procedures; the actual
capture/transfer of digital video materials
(via Firewire or USB); and integrating Adobe
Photoshop, After Effects, and Encore into the
Premiere editing process. You will use these
and other techniques acquired in the course
to create a 1 to 3 minute final digital video
project. The course will utilize discussions
and exercises in order to develop your skills in
the digital video editing process. Prerequisite:
Digital Video/Filmmaking & Adobe Premiere
– Level I.
This course introduces the latest version of
Apple’s Final Cut (Final Cut Pro X) digital
video editing software. You learn basic digital
video editing techniques for creating digital
video/film projects using this robust non-linear
digital video-editing tool. Topics include:
understanding the new Final Cut interface;
nonlinear editing techniques using the
application; importing video clips, sound, and
graphics; creating graphics and special effects
while within the application; and techniques
to properly export a final digital video project
by incorporating the Compressor application
with Final Cut. This hands-on course
culminates in the production of a digital video
project showcasing the techniques learned
in the course. After participating in lectures,
discussions, and hands-on assignments, you
will have the skills to use Final Cut to produce
creative digital projects.
ARTS 1838 / 1.2 CEU / $399
»» 01L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Mon & Thu, Feb 23 – Mar 5
6:30 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: Robert Brown
ARTS 1837 / 1.2 CEU / $399
»» 01L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Fri, Feb 6 & 13
6:30 – 9:30 pm
Sat, Feb 7 & 14
9:30 am – 12:30 pm
Instructor: Robert Brown
»» 01L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Fri, Mar 20 & 27
6:30 – 9:30 pm
Sat, Mar 21 & 28
9:30 am – 12:30 pm
Instructor: Robert Brown
ARTS 1865 / 1.2 CEU / $399
DVD Authoring – Introduction
This course expands on the various techniques
introduced in Introduction to Dynamic Media
on how to create interactive DVDs. In this class
you receive detailed information concerning
the proper planning, preparation, and eventual
execution of creating sophisticated interactive
DVDs. Through several hands-on DVD
projects, you learn how to properly implement
both video and still images as part of an
interactive DVD. You also create interactive
DVDs, learning how to use such DVD
authoring systems as iDVD and DVD Studio
Pro on the Macintosh computer, and Adobe
Encore on Windows. Students should purchase
at least 3 or more blank recordable DVDs for
the course (DVD-R discs are recommended).
»» Offered in a future term
Filmmaking for Beginners
See page 82 for course description.
ARTS 1916 / 1.2 CEU / $169
»» 01A Alexandria Campus
Thu, Mar 26 – Apr 30
Instructor: Clinton Parker
Enroll online at
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
7 – 9 pm
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IT & Computer Skills
Multimedia Media
Design – Introduction
Multimedia & Filmmaking
Screenwriting – Introduction
Want to learn what it takes to create a digital
video or digital slide show and apply it to a
DVD? This comprehensive overview course
introduces the fundamental techniques and
principles involved in the planning, design,
and production of dynamic media, such as
digital videos and interactive DVDs. You
will learn how to plan, design, and produce
creative, interactive materials for DVDs.
ARTS 1712 / 0.6 CEU / $199
»» 01L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Fri, May 1
6:30 – 9:30 pm
Sat, May 2
9:30 am – 12:30 pm
Instructor: Robert Brown
Multimedia Media
Design – Advanced
In this course, students will learn additional
multimedia design techniques in order
to produce more complex interactive
multimedia programs. Participants will also
learn how to place multimedia programs
onto DVD’s or as part of a web site in
order to deliver the multimedia material.
A reexamination of multimedia design
techniques will also take place to rekindle
pertinent information concerning various
aspects of multimedia production students
may have forgotten. Students will then
produce an interactive multimedia program,
using graphical, text, and auditory elements
created entirely by the student. Once the
multimedia program is created, the student
will proceed to encode and implement the
program for delivery.
Screenwriting is a wonderful yet rigorous
craft that, at its best, is fine art and the
foundation of television programs and films.
This entry-level course in scriptwriting will
emphasize learning how to take nebulous
ideas and organize them into concrete and
workable film and/or video projects. Other
specifics covered in the course include how to
write treatments, how to correctly create and
subsequently format an audiovisual script,
as well as learning about some technical
aspects of film/video production crucial to the
scriptwriting process.
Does your class have
a prerequisite
or a required
textbook?
Be sure to check the
class description
for this important
information!
Instructor: Michael Tolosa
ARTS 1868 / 0.6 CEU / $199
»» 01L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Sat, Jan 31
9 am – 3:30 pm
»» 02L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Sat, May 23
9 am – 3:30 pm
»» Offered in a future term
Scriptwriting I – Fundamentals
See page 84 for course description.
COMM 1812 / 1.2 CEU / $169
»» 01A Alexandria Campus
Thu, Feb 5 – Mar 19
(No class Mar 12)
Instructor: Clinton Parker
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IT & Computer Skills
NOVA’s “TRiP” Program
Seeking a New Career in Information Technology (IT)?
Consider
NOVA’s “TRiP” Program
The Technology Retraining internship Program (TRiP) is an intensive part-time, technology training program for people interested in
transitioning to an IT career. Most classes are conveniently held in the evenings and on Saturdays, with an emphasis on both classroom and
hands-on training.
“TRiP” is the only program in Northern Virginia that offers an optional internship. This experience enables you to add actual IT experience
to your resume. For more information, go to www.nvcc.edu/wdce/annandale/specialized/tripweb.
If you’re interested in the program, you should attend a “TRiP” Orientation Open House. The next orientation sessions will be held on
Wednesday, Jan 7, 2015.
Session A: 11 am – 12 pm
Session B: 5:30 – 6:30 pm
Both sessions will be held at:
Northern Virginia Community College, Center for Employment Development (CED)
7630 Little River Tnpk., 6th floor, Annandale, VA
Please register in advance for either orientation session by contacting:
David Campbell – 703-323-3859 or Kofi Mitchual – 703-323-3829.
The next TRiP session starts Saturday, Jan 24, with “Networking Essentials.”
The “TRiP” Curriculum
Program Requirements:
You are required to complete a total of 168 class hours to finish the program. Sixty-six (66) hours are required from the Saturday Core
Courses. The remaining 102 hours may be obtained by choosing any IT courses from the Workforce Link catalog:
Required Core Courses:
Additional Required Courses (4):
Saturdays: 9 am – 4 pm
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Networking Essentials (24 hrs)
TCP/IP 2015 (18 hrs)
Windows 7, Configuration (18 hrs)
CyberWatch Security (6 hrs)
Any database course (intro or advanced)
Any programming course
One MS Server 2008 R2 or 2012 R2 course
Any webpage design course
Course descriptions, dates, times, and prices are listed in the IT & Computer Skills section
of this publication, as well as on the NOVA website at www.nvcc.edu/wdce/annandale.
All courses may not be offered every semester.
CompTIA® Professional Certification
Prep Courses offered:
• CompTIA® A+ Cert. Prep. Essentials –
Hardware – Part 1 (16 hrs)
• CompTIA® A+ Cert. Prep. Essentials –
Hardware – Part 2 (16 hrs)
• CompTIA® A+ Cert. Prep. Software –
Part 1 (16 hrs)
• CompTIA® A+ Cert. Prep. Software –
Part 2 (16 hrs)
• CompTIA® Network+ Certification
Prep (24 hrs)
• CompTIA® Security + Certification
Prep (20 hrs)
Enroll online at
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
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Customized
Training
Contact one of our Workforce
Development Managers
for more information:
Kris Chowbay
Corporate & Professional Services Workforce Training
rchowbay@nvcc.edu
703-323-3584
Janet S. Clarke
Federal Government & Information Technology
jsclarke@nvcc.edu
703-323-3740
Joseph Matope
Corporate & Professional Services Workforce Training
jmatope@nvcc.edu
703-323-4276
Contact us today
for a FREE consultation:
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Customized Training
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Annandale, VA 22003
703-323-3281
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Customized Training
Building Skills & Creating Success … for Your Employees & Your Organization
Workforce Development customized training provides the right
training at the right time and place.
How does it work?
33 We evaluate your needs.
33 We prepare a customized proposal
tailored to your needs.
33 We deliver the training, at your location
or ours – or even online.
33 We evaluate the training program
and ensure your needs are met.
Why choose NOVA as your training provider?
NOVA’s robust education and training resources and an extensive
network of community partnerships enable us to provide you with
innovative and affordable customized solutions for your workforce
development needs. Our personalized training services include a
wide range of approaches, from short targeted skills-building courses
to professional certifications to incremental employee/leadership
development. We focus on practical learning solutions delivered
by veteran instructors who have a wealth of training and industry
experience. Tap into NOVA’s network to meet your training needs!
Save time and money…
Hire right the first time!
The Career Readiness Certificate (CRC) Program is a national
credential and reliable tool that will enhance your workforce’s
long-term success. You can help new hires and veteran employees
become more productive and successful. Using just three core
skill assessments developed by ACT WorkKeys®, the CRC will
provide valuable information that translates to workplace results!
Benefits Include:
• Find more qualified
employees for your company
• Save money and time on your
training dollars
• Improve retention rates
• Increase employee morale
• Take the guesswork out of
hiring decisions
• Certify your workforce
• EEOC Compliant
For more information on the CRC,
call 703-323-3799 or e-mail cguayao@nvcc.edu.
We feature timely topics that matter to you, our business customer,
including:
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Who have we helped?
Clients include many federal and government agencies, credit unions,
military organizations, school systems, and many regional companies
ranging from small businesses to Fortune 500 corporations.
Need a Guest Speaker?
NOVA has a wealth of knowledgeable instructors with realworld experience … and we’d be happy to share this resource
with you. If you’ve got a business presentation, conference, lunch
meeting, or any other type of organizational event requiring
a guest speaker, chances are we can meet your needs! We can
provide experts on topics from A to Z. Please contact one of the
Customized Training Managers listed on the opposite page for
more information on this service.
Enroll online at
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Dental
Nursing Licensure
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American Heart Association
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Career Certificates
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Test Preparation
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E-Learning79
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Annandale Campus | 703–323–3168
Loudoun Campus | 703–450–2551
Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
Nursing Licensure
Nurse Aide Preparation (CNA)
Our comprehensive 120 hour program prepares you to provide direct
care and services to clients in the acute care, outpatient care, or long
term care settings, under the supervision of a licensed nurse. The
course consists of 80 hours classroom and skills lab instruction and
40 hours of direct patient care in a clinical setting. This program is
approved by the Virginia Board of Nursing. Applicants will be required
to successfully complete a BLS for HCP CPR class before beginning
the clinical portion of the program and submit immunization
documentation. Applicants are also required to complete a criminal
background check via Certified Background. These expenses are
not included in the tuition. The required textbook is available at the
Loudoun and Medical Campus bookstores. Please view the online
orientation at www.nvcc.edu/businesses-and-community/workforcedevelopment/healthcare/index.html.
HLTH 1748 / 12 CEU / $1,400
»» 01L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Didactic: Mon – Fri, Mar 16 – Apr 10
Clinical: Mon – Fri, Mar 30 – Apr 3 9 am – 3 pm
7 am – 3:30 pm
»» 01H Medical Education Campus
Lecture: Tue & Thu, Feb 10 – Mar 27
6 pm – 10 pm
Skills Lab: Mon or Fri, Feb 13 – Mar 27
6 pm – 10 pm
Clinical*: Mon – Fri, Mar 30 – Apr 10
6:45 am – 3:45 pm
*Clinical will be a total of 40 hours during this 2 week period.
Final dates are TBD.
Recent LPN Graduate
“
“
I passed my NCLEX-PN!
I am a licensed nurse!
I couldn’t have done it
without my instructors’
help and support. I have
learned so much and
can’t wait to begin my
career in nursing.
Thank you!
Practical Nurse Program (LPN)
The LPN is a highly respected and vital member of the healthcare
team who provides a wide range of services, focusing primarily on
therapeutic, rehabilitative and preventative care for all populations
in a diverse range of working environments including hospitals,
primary care clinics, same day surgery clinics, medical offices,
extended care facilities, and home health care settings. Graduates of
this continuing education program are eligible to sit for the National
Council Licensing Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEXPN.) This program will provide you with the opportunity to enter
the field of nursing after three consecutive semesters of study (one
calendar year.) We are approved by the Virginia Board of Nursing.
• Applications are accepted July 1, 2015 through October 30,
2015, for Spring semester, classes begin January 2016
• Contact Lundy Beard, the program director at 703-822-6536 or
email lbeard@nvcc.edu if you have questions
How to Apply
• Review the LPN Information Packet online at www.nvcc.edu/
wdce/mec/courses/lpn or contact any Workforce Development
office to receive the LPN information packet
• Complete a College Application for non-credit courses
• Request an official high school transcript or make a copy of
G.E.D certificate
• Take the Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) Exam and
receive a score of 65% or higher on TEAS
• Schedule a personal interview with the program director
Admission Criteria
Admission to this program is competitive, and only a limited
number of students will be accepted. Fully-qualified students will be
ranked according to previous education and experience and TEAS
scores.
General Information
Tuition is $5,500 per semester for 3 semesters.
Classroom: 8:30am – 5pm, Fri – Sun at the Medical Education Campus.
Clinical will be offered at healthcare facilities in the Northern
Virginia area.
Clinical hours vary Fri – Sun.
* Annual NCLEX Passage Rates in 2013: 100%
For more information visit our website
www.nvcc.edu/wdce/mec/courses/lpn/
or e-mail Lundy Beard at lbeard@nvcc.edu or call 703-822-6523.
Enroll online at
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
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Healthcare & Dental
American Heart Association
American Heart Association
“The American Heart Association strongly promotes knowledge and proficiency in all AHA courses and has developed instructional materials
for this purpose. Use of these materials in an educational course does not represent course sponsorship by the AHA. Any fees charged for such a
course, except for a portion of fees needed for AHA course materials; do not represent income to the AHA.” – AHA
Students must arrive on time for all AHA courses. Students should wear roomy, comfortable clothing to class. BLS, ACLS, & PALS students
will be required to perform CPR skills on the floor with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 modification of equipment being
placed on table. Students will sign a health risk statement for physical activity and infection control steps during CPR performance; this
will be provided to you on the day of class. Students who successfully complete the written exam and practical skills testing will receive an
American Heart Association Course Completion Card that is valid for two years.
AHA Course Refund Policy: Students must provide 4 business days’ notice in writing to change a course date or request a refund.
E-mail notifications should be sent to wddrefunds@nvcc.edu.
HeartSaver® – CPR & AED
HeartSaver® – First Aid
This course provides CPR AED training for
laypersons, teachers, daycare providers, law
enforcement, designated first responders, and
individuals needing credentialed training for
job or regulatory requirements. You’ll learn
basic CPR and AED skills: adult and child
CPR, how to use an AED and mask or barrier
device, and adult/child choking relief.
Req. Textbook: HeartSaver First Aid with CPR and
AED (AHA# 90-1026)
This course provides First Aid training for
laypersons, teachers, daycare providers, law
enforcement, healthcare providers, designated
first responders, and individuals needing
credentialed training for job or regulatory
requirements. You’ll learn adult first aid – first
aid basics for medical and injury emergencies,
and environmental emergency first aid.
During the course, an AHA instructor
conducts video-based lessons and works with
you to complete your first aid skills practice.
HLTH 1525 / 0.30 CEU / $80
Medical Education Campus, 256 Req. Textbook: HeartSaver First Aid with CPR and
AED (AHA# 90-1026)
9 am – 12 pm
»» 01H Sun, Jan 18
»» 02H Sat, Feb 14
HLTH 1985 / 0.35 CEU / $85
Medical Education Campus, 256 12:30 pm – 4 pm
»» 03H Sat, Mar 21
»» 01H Sun, Jan 18
»» 04H Sun, Apr 26
»» 02H Sat, Feb 14
»» 05H Sat, May 2
»» 03H Sat, Mar 21
Manassas Innovation Park, 133
9 am – 12 pm
»» 05H Sat, May 2
»» 02M Sat, Feb 21
Manassas Innovation Park, 133
»» 03M Sat, Mar 14
»» 01M Sat, Jan 24
»» 04M Sat, Apr 18
»» 02M Sat, Feb 21
»» 05M Sat, May 16
»» 03M Sat, Mar 14
Part 1: HeartSaver® First Aid CPR AED
Online Part 1 – www.onlineaha.org
12:30 pm – 4 pm
»» 04M Sat, Apr 18
»» 05M Sat, May 16
NEW AHA Courses!
Coming Soon – Heartsaver® Bloodborne Pathogens, ECG and Pharmacology, & Airway
Management. Course dates and times will be posted on our website early January.
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Annandale Campus | 703–323–3168
HeartSaver® First Aid & CPR w/AED Hybrid
is a blend of self-paced online lessons and
a hands-on skills session. The web-based,
self-directed course teaches you critical skills
and knowledge needed to respond to and
manage a first aid or sudden cardiac arrest
emergency in the first few minutes until
emergency medical services (EMS) arrives.
Content includes how to treat bleeding,
sprains, broken bones, shock and other first
aid emergencies, as well as perform CPR and
use an AED. Upon successful completion of
the web-based portion of the course you’ll
receive individualized instruction with an
AHA Instructor before skills testing.
Successful completion of this course includes
all three (3) parts:
»» 04H Sun, Apr 26
»» 01M Sat, Jan 24
HeartSaver® First Aid and CPR
with AED Skills Testing (HS-SC)
Loudoun Campus | 703–450–2551
Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
Part 2: Hands-on skills practice session with
an authorized AHA BLS Instructor
Part 3: Skills test with a certified AHA BLS
Instructor.
An AHA HeartSaver First Aid and CPR with
AED course completion card will be issued
upon successful completion.
E-mail April at CEHealth@nvcc.edu for
more information and to schedule your
appointment!
»» Enroll by Appointment Only
$75
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
Healthcare & Dental
American Heart Association
Basic Life Support for
Healthcare Providers (BLS-CPR)
This course provides BLS CPR training with
AED for healthcare providers, healthcare
students, designated first responders, and
individuals needing credentialed training for
job or regulatory requirements. This course
covers BLS CPR and AED skills including:
adult, child and infant CPR/AED, relief of
choking, and adult/child/infant bag-mask
use. *This course meets the BLS/CPR
Prerequisite requirement for Credit and
Non-Credit Healthcare courses.*
Req. Textbook: Basic Life Support for Healthcare
Providers Student Manual (AHA# 90-1038)
HLTH 1534 / 0.65 CEU / $120
Medical Education Campus, 256
9 am – 4:30 pm
Successful completion of this course includes
all three (3) parts:
Part 1: BLS for Healthcare Providers Part 1–
www.onlineaha.org
Part 2: Hands-on skills session with an
authorized AHA BLS Instructor
Part 3: Skills test with an authorized AHA
BLS Instructor.
E-mail April at CEHealth@nvcc.edu for
more information and to schedule your
appointment!
»» 03H Sat, Jan 24
»» 04H Sun, Feb 8
»» 05H Sat, Feb 28
»» 06H Sun, Mar 8
»» 07H Sat, Mar 28
»» 08H Sat, Apr 25
»» 09H Sat, May 16
»» 10H Fri, May 22
Manassas Innovation Park, 133
9 am – 4:30 pm
»» 01M Sat, Jan 10
»» 02M Sat, Feb 7
»» 03M Sat, Mar 7
Basic Life Support for
Healthcare Providers
Skills Check (BLS-SC)
This hybrid course is for those wishing to
renew their current BLS for Healthcare
Providers Certification. You will need to
complete the AHA’s BLS for Healthcare
Providers Part 1; this is a web-based selfdirected course. Submit the certificate of
completion along with a copy of your current
unexpired BLS for Healthcare Providers
Certification Card. You’ll then receive oneon-one practice time with an AHA BLS
Instructor before testing.
9 am – 6 pm
»» 01H Sat, Jan 10
»» 03H Sat, Mar 7
»» 04H Sat, Apr 11
$70
»» 05H Sat, May 9
Prerequisites for ACLS,
ACLS–RE, PALS & PALS–RE:
Pediatric Advanced Life
Support Provider (PALS)
These courses are designed for experienced
advanced Healthcare Providers; EMT-I,
EMT-P, RN’s and Doctors. Students
must have a basic understanding of
human anatomy and physiology, current
knowledge and recognition of ECG
rhythms. Current knowledge of adult
emergency medications for ACLS only; and
pediatric emergency medications for PALS
only. Students must also have a current BLS
for Healthcare Providers Card and bring a
copy of the card to class. Pre-course work
will be sent prior to class via e-mail.
This 2-day course enables healthcare
providers to enhance their skills in treating
pediatric victims of cardiac arrest or other
cardiopulmonary emergencies.
»» 04M Sat, Apr 11
»» 05M Sat, May 9
HLTH 1822 / 0.8 CEU / $200
Medical Education Campus, 354
»» 02H Sat, Feb 7
»» 01H Sat, Jan 10
»» 02H Sat, Jan 17
This course is for those wishing to renew
their current ACLS Provider Certification.
You must bring a copy of your current ACLS
Provider card to class. These will be collected
for the course record.
Req. Textbook: Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Provider Manual (AHA# 90-1014)
An AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers
course completion card will be issued upon
successful completion.
»» Enroll by Appointment Only
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Provider Renewal (ACLS-RE)
Advanced Cardiac Life
Support Provider (ACLS)
This 2-day course enables healthcare
providers to enhance their skills in treating
adult victims of cardiac arrest or other
cardiopulmonary emergencies.
Req. Textbook: Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Provider Manual (AHA# 90-1014)
HLTH 1972 / 1.6 CEU / $350
Medical Education Campus, 353 »» 01H Sat & Sun, Jan 10 & 11
9 am – 6 pm
Req. Textbook: Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Provider Manual (AHA# 90-1052)
HLTH 1644 / 1.6 CEU / $350
Medical Education Campus, 353
9 am – 6 pm
»» 01H Sat & Sun, Feb 21 & 22
»» 02H Sat & Sun, Apr 18 & 19
Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Provider Renewal (PALS-RE)
This course is for those wishing to renew
their current PALS Provider Certification.
You must bring a copy of your current PALS
Provider card to class. These will be collected
for the course record.
Req. Textbook: Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Provider Manual (AHA# 90-1052)
HLTH 1823 / 0.8 CEU / $200
Medical Education Campus, 354
9 am – 6 pm
»» 01H Sat, Feb 21
»» 02H Sat, Apr 18
»» 02H Sat & Sun, Feb 7 & 8
»» 03H Sat & Sun, Mar 7 & 8
»» 04H Sat & Sun, Apr 11 & 12
»» 05H Sat & Sun, May 9 & 10
Enroll online at
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
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Healthcare & Dental
Career Certificates
Career Certificates
Clinical Medical
Assistant (CCMA)
This program is intended for students who
want to prepare for an exciting, challenging
and rewarding career in healthcare. This
program will train students to assist
physicians by performing functions related
to the clinical responsibilities of a medical
office. Instruction includes phlebotomy,
EKG and various other procedures. This
course is 140 hours of didactic and skills lab.
Upon successful completion of this program,
students will be eligible to sit for the NHA
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
national certification exam. 14 CEU’s will
be provided upon completion. Books are
included in tuition cost.
CCMA Externship will consist of 160 hour
commitment to be completed during business
hours. This will be scheduled with your
clinical coordinator AFTER the classroom
portion is complete. Students typically finish
externships in approximately 4 weeks. 16
CEU’s will be provided upon completion.
Please view the online orientation at
www.nvcc.edu/businesses-and-community/
workforce-development/healthcare/index.html.
HLTH 1587 / 14 CEU / $2,950
Clinical Ext / 16 CEU / 160 Hours
»» 01L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Mon, Wed & Fri, Feb 23 – May 13
6 – 10 pm
»» 01H Medical Education Campus, 354
Tue & Thu, Feb 24 – May 28
6:30 – 10 pm
Sat, Feb 28, Mar 14 & 28, Apr 11 & 25, May 9
9am – 4:30 pm
NEW
NEW
Medical Administrative
Assistant (CMAA)
Medical Billing & Coding
Specialist (CBCS)
This course prepares students to function
effectively in many of the administrative and
clerical positions in the healthcare industry.
Medical Administrative Assistants, Medical
Secretary, and Medical Records Clerks are
all positions in great demand. This program
covers important background information
on the medical assisting profession and
interpersonal skills, medical ethics and law,
medical terminology, basics of insurance
billing and coding, telephone techniques,
scheduling appointments, medical records
management and management of practice
finances. This program is intended to provide
students with a well-rounded introduction to
medical administration so that a student can
gain the necessary skills required to obtain a
medical administrative assistant position in
the healthcare field. This program meets the
necessary requirements to take the National
Health career Association (NHA) – Certified
Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA)
exam, which can be scheduled at a PSI testing
center upon completion of the course. Book
information will be provided in your course
confirmation letter. Note: There is no outside
clinical rotation included with this program.
This comprehensive program is intended
for the person who has never worked in
healthcare and is looking for a new career skill
set. Medical billers and coders (also called
health claims specialists) are responsible for
processing insurance claims for healthcare
facilities and physicians practices. Medical
billing and coding is a vital function for
any healthcare facility where insurance is
accepted. The healthcare industry relies
on medical billing and coding specialists
to keep accurate records, including patient
treatment records, insurance information,
payment plans, outstanding bills, and
payments received. Course topics will include:
Regulatory Compliance, Claims Processing,
Payment Adjudication, Billing Procedures,
CPT, ICD & HCPCS coding. This program
meets the necessary requirements to take the
National Health career Association (NHA)
– Certified Billing and Coding Specialist
(CBCS) exam, which can be scheduled at a
PSI testing center upon completion of the
course. Book information will be provided in
your course confirmation letter. Note: There
is no outside clinical rotation included with
this program.
HLTH 1857 / 5 CEU / $2,500
HLTH 1853 / 5 CEU / $2,800
»» 01L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Fri, Apr 10, 17, & 24, May 1
Sat, Apr 11, 18, & 25
Sat, May 2
7 – 10 pm
9 am – 1 pm
9 am – 3 pm
»» 01H Medical Education Campus, 211
Sat, Feb 21 & 28, Mar 14 &28, Apr 11 & 25,
May 9
9 am – 2 pm
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 133
Thu, Jan 22 & 29, Feb 12 & 26, Mar 19,
Apr 2, 16, & 30, Jun 4 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
»» 01L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Fri, Jan 23 & 30, Feb 6 & 13
7 – 10 pm
Sat, Jan 24 & 31, Feb 7, 14, & 21
9 am – 12 pm
»» 02L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Fri, May 8, 15, 22, & 29
Sat, May 9, 16, & 23
Sat, May 30
7 – 10 pm
9 am – 1 pm
9 am – 12 pm
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 133
Tue, Jan 20 & 27, Feb 10 & 24, Mar 17 & 31,
Apr 14 & 28, May 12, Jun 2 6:30 – 9:30 pm
Nurse Aide Preparation, CCMA and Pharmacy Technician Courses:
Please visit the online orientation
www.nvcc.edu/businesses-and-community/workforce-development/healthcare/index.html
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Alexandria Campus | 703–845–6280
Annandale Campus | 703–323–3168
Loudoun Campus | 703–450–2551
Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
Healthcare & Dental
Dental
Pharmacy Technician
Certification with
Clinical Externship
Dental
This comprehensive program will prepare
you to work as a pharmacy technician in a
pharmacy. Upon completion, you will be
eligible to sit for the Pharmacy Technician
Certification Board’s PTCB Exam. A GED
or high school diploma is required to sit for
the PTCB exam. This program is 60 didactic
hours. Books are included in tuition cost.
Pharmacy Tech Clinical Externship will
consist of an 80-hour commitment to be
completed during business hours, typically
finished in 2 weeks. This will be scheduled
with your clinical coordinator AFTER the
classroom portion is complete. 8 CEU’s will
be provided upon completion.
Please view the online orientation at
www.nvcc.edu/businesses-and-community/
workforce-development/healthcare/index.html.
HLTH 1503 / 6 CEU / $1,655
Clinical Ext / 8 CEU / 80 Hours
»» 01H Medical Education Campus, 254
Sat, Mar 7 – May 16 9 am – 3:30 pm
(No class Apr 4)
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus
Sat, Feb 28 – May 9
(No class Apr 4)
9 am – 3:30 pm
Dental Hygiene Local
Anesthesia & Nitrous Oxide
This 36-hour course is designed to provide
dental hygienists with the knowledge and
skills necessary to effectively administer
local anesthesia and nitrous oxide/oxygen
analgesia. Certification Standard as provided
for in the Regulations Governing the Practice of
Dentistry and Dental Hygiene, Title 18 VAC6020-80 under the Statutory Authority of Title
54.1 of the Code of Virginia.
BLS CPR, Virginia dental hygiene license,
current malpractice insurance, up-to-date
immunization records are required upon
registration.
Req. Textbook: Local Anesthesia for Dental
Professionals.
Optional Textbook: Handbook of Nitrous Oxide and
Oxygen Sedation Fourth Edition by Morris S. Clark
and Ann Brunick.
DENT 1925 / 3.6 CEU / $2,495
»» 01H Medical Education Campus, 354
Didactic:
Fri & Sat, Mar 20 & 21
9 am – 3 pm
Clinical:
Fri, Sat, & Sun, Mar 27 – 29 9 am – 5 pm
Dental Radiation Safety
This is a one-day program for Virginia
certification. Our course meets the
requirements of the Virginia State Board of
Dentistry for certification in radiography
safety. The course includes x-ray production,
radiation biology, radiation safety and
hygiene, dental radiography techniques, film
placement and proper positioning of the cone.
This class will not provide clinical competence
in taking x-rays. Weekday evening courses
will be available in March. Please visit our
website for dates: www.nvcc.edu/wdce/mec
DENT 1902 / 0.8 CEU / $180
Medical Education Campus, 157
9 am – 5 pm
»» 01H Sat, Jan 17
»» 02H Sat, Feb 7
»» 03H Sat, Feb 21
»» 04H Sat, Mar 21
»» 05H Sat, Mar 28
»» 06H Sat, Apr 11
»» 07H Sat, Apr 18
»» 08H Sat, May 9
»» 09H Sat, May 16
BLS/CPR Prerequisite
Information
Many Non-Credit and Credit
Healthcare courses require students
to be certified in BLS/CPR.
See page 74 for more information on
BLS/CPR or call 703-822-6523 for
more information.
Enroll online at
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
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Healthcare & Dental
Test Preparation
Test Preparation
TEAS Preparation for English
TEAS Preparation for Reading
TEAS Preparation for Math
This 12-hour course is an intensive review
to prepare students to take the English
and Language Usage section of the Test of
Essential Academic Skills (TEAS). This will
offer an opportunity to become familiar
with the format of the exam. The instructor
will support your review of grammar,
word meaning, punctuation and sentence
structure. Required textbook is available in
the bookstore.
This 12-hour course is an intensive review
to prepare students to take the Reading
section of the Test of Essential Academic
Skills (TEAS). This will offer an opportunity
to become familiar with the format of the
exam. The instructor will support your
review of reading and informational source
comprehension. Required textbook is
available in the bookstore.
This 12-hour course is an intensive review to
prepare students to take the Math section of
the Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS).
This will offer an opportunity to become
familiar with the format of the exam and
identify your strengths and weaknesses. You
will explore approaches to the math questions,
practice with sample test items and learn
successful test taking strategies. Required
textbook is available in the bookstore.
TEST 1937 / 1.2 CEU / $275
»» 01H Medical Education Campus, 355
Sat, Feb 14, 21, & 28
9 am – 1 pm
»» 01H Medical Education Campus, 355
Sat, Mar 7, 14, & 28
9 am – 1 pm
»» 02H Medical Education Campus, 212
Sat, May 2, 9, & 23
9 am – 1 pm
TEST 1938 / 1.2 CEU / $275
»» 02H Medical Education Campus, 355
Sat, Apr 4, 11, & 25
9 am – 1 pm
TEST 1936 / 1.2 CEU / $275
»» 01H Medical Education Campus, 212
Mon, Mar 16 & 30
6 pm – 9 pm
Wed, Mar 25 & Apr 8 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Certified Professional
Coder (CPC) Preparation
Are you thinking about taking the AAPC or
AHIMA certification exam? Do it now before
ICD-10 comes! Do not put this exam off any
longer, now is the time! This intensive, boot
camp prep course will make you a better
coder. Our expert instructors show you a
unique way to tag and highlight your coding
reference books so that you can move quickly
from question to question. A list of required
textbooks will be included in your class
confirmation e–mail.
HLTH 1873 / 2.7 CEU / $995
Customized Healthcare Training
»» 01L Loudoun, Signal Hill
Fri, Feb 27, Mar 6, 20, & 27
7 – 10 pm
Sat, Feb 28, Mar 7, 21, & 28, Apr 4
9 am – 12 pm
Contact us today to customize any of the Healthcare courses
in this catalog to meet the individual needs of your workforce
at your location or ours.
703–323–3281
NOVA_customizedtraining@nvcc.edu
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Alexandria Campus | 703–845–6280
Annandale Campus | 703–323–3168
Loudoun Campus | 703–450–2551
Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
E-Learning
Healthcare & Dental
E-Learning
These courses are highly interactive and
provide students with an enriched learning
experience. These courses were developed
through a partnership with leading education
organizations including Pearson Education,
E-College and Condensed Curriculum
International.
Courses with Clinical
Externships
Note: Ask us about national or state
certification opportunities through these
courses!
Medical Billing & Coding w/Medical
Administration
HLTH 1407-41L / 150 Hours / $3,500
Courses are available anytime and include:
Pharmacy Technician
HLTH 1408-41L / 140 Hours / $2,500
• 24 hour a day instructor support &
course mentors
• Engaging labs, student exercises and
course videos
• All textbooks, workbooks and student
materials
• A new “Career Services” website – to
help students advance in their career
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
HLTH 1403-41L / 300 Hours / $3,500
Dental Assisting
DENT 1924-41L / 180 Hours / $3,200
Online Only Courses
EKG Technician
HLTH 1414-41L / 50 Hours / $2,500
Electronic Health Record Management
HLTH 1415-41L / 100 Hours / $2,500
Medical Administrative Assistant
HLTH 1416-41L / 50 Hours / $2,500
Medical Billing & Coding
HLTH 1417-41L / 100 Hours / $2,800
Medical Terminology
HLTH 1418-41L / 20 Hours / $799
Physician’s Office Asst. w/ EMR
HLTH 1411-41L / 150 Hours / $3,500
Visit us online and experience a course demo www.healthedtoday.com/nvcc.
For course details call toll free 1-888-574-6218 or email caitlinb@healthedtoday.com.
To register call 703-450-2551.
Customized Training for
Your Employees
Take a Class to Save a Life!
Most courses can be offered in one day or expanded over
several days. Our instructors bring with them the added value
of real world experience from the emergency medical field. This
experience enables our instructors to help the students better
associate the course content to their workplace environment.
The NVCC AHA Training Center utilizes the latest training
equipment including the New LifePak 15 and SimMan! Our
Manikins are 2010 AHA Guideline compliant.
E-mail our Training Center Coordinator, April McMullen-Eldert,
amcmulleneldert@nvcc.edu to discuss the various, flexible
training opportunities available.
“The American Heart Association strongly promotes knowledge and proficiency in
all AHA courses and has developed instructional materials for this purpose. Use of
these materials in an educational course does not represent course sponsorship by
the AHA. Any fees charged for such a course, except for a portion of fees needed for
AHA course materials; do not represent income to the AHA.” – AHA
Enroll online at
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
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General
Interest
Photography81
Enrichment82
Writing84
Health & Wellness
85
Languages86
Homeowners87
Test Preparation
89
Motorcycle Training
90
The STRIVE Program – Classes
for Students with Learning
Disabilities91
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Annandale Campus | 703–323–3168
Digital Camera Basics student
Loudoun Campus | 703–450–2551
Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
“
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Loved the class. The
instructor explained
each feature of our
cameras, including
do’s and don’ts.
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
Photography
Digital Camera Basics
Are you new to using a digital SLR camera or
thinking about moving up to an SLR? We’ll
cover the fundamentals of operating your
camera, the fundamentals of image making,
how to choose the appropriate lens, how to
use and optimize the automatic modes on
your camera, and how to use the features of
the camera to give your photographs more
impact. We’ll spend time going through the
photographic thought process and relating
that process to your camera’s features. Bring
your camera. The textbook is optional—but
recommended.
Opt. Textbook: Beyond Point & Shoot
PHTG 1923 / 0.8 CEU / $145
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park
Sat, Feb. 21 & 28
Instructor: Jim Harrington
9 am – 1 pm
NEW
Maximize Your DSLR
Camera Features
Gain confidence to move beyond the Auto
mode. We’ll make it easy to understand all
those features packed into your digital SLR
camera. You’ll learn what the functions
do and how to use them to capture better
pictures. We’ll also look at lenses, filters and
other photo equipment as well as lighting
(artificial and natural) and composition
techniques for people, landscapes,
architecture and flowers. You’ll gain the skills
to create more compelling images when
traveling and in daily life. Bring your camera
to class.
PHTG 1541 / 6 hrs / $115
»» 01M Woodbridge, Freedom High School
Tue, Feb 3 – 17
6:30 – 8:30 pm
Instructor: Zachariah Szabo
Photography –
35mm & Digital – Basic
Photography –
35mm & Digital – Advanced
If you’ve never used a SLR camera before,
are new to digital photography, or just feel a
little intimidated by the whole subject, this
is the class for you. We cover all the basics –
digital and film – including formats, lenses,
exposure, lighting, and composition, as well
as tips and tricks and creative ideas. You’ll
learn how your camera works and what all the
buttons do, some photographic terminology
and lingo, and what to think about when
you’re actually shooting. Both sessions include
afternoon field trips near the campus, which
are fun and let you share your adventures,
ideas and insights with your classmates. You
must provide your own SLR camera, either
film or digital, and bring the manual to class,
too. (They are easy to find online if you can’t
find yours.)
A deeper dive into the subject than the Basic
class, we’ll explore techniques and procedures
that allow you to use your camera more
creatively. Topics include composing the shot,
shooting creatively, making photographic
inventories, lens selection, use of flash, and
more. Field trips on both Saturdays allow
you to gain practical experience with your
classmates. Bring your camera, accessory flash
separate from the one on your camera, and
manuals to class. Prerequisite: Photography
– 35mm & Digital – Basic class or instructor
permission.
Instructor: Matthew Randall
»» 01A Alexandria Campus, AA 255
Sat, Mar 21 & 28
10 am – 4 pm
PHTG 1947 / 1.2 CEU / $209
»» 01L Loudoun Campus
Sat, Jan 24 & 31
10 am – 4 pm
»» 01A Alexandria Campus, AA 255
Sat, Feb 7 & 14
10 am – 4 pm
»» 02L Loudoun Campus
Sat, Apr 18 & 25
10 am – 4 pm
»» 02A Alexandria Campus, AA 255
Sat, May 2 & 9
10 am – 4 pm
Registration is
continuous throughout
the spring semester.
Enroll today!
Instructor: Matthew Randall
PHTG 1946 / 1.2 CEU / $209
»» 01L Loudoun Campus
Sat, Feb 28 & Mar 7
10 am – 4 pm
Photography – Studio Portrait
Actors call them headshots, models use them
for their “comp” cards, and you’ll always be
in demand when you know how to create
professional-quality studio portraits for family
and friends! We cover the basic equipment
you need to create a home studio, a studio at
another location, or even one that’s portable.
We discuss how to use and manipulate light
(and shadow), find and work with models
(including your friends and family), props,
and interesting ideas for portraits that stand
the test of time. Bring your camera to class,
because in the afternoon, you’ll be doing
an actual photoshoot! Prerequisite: Basic
Photography – 35mm & Digital course or
instructor’s permission.
Instructor: Matthew Randall
PHTG 1528 / 0.5 CEU / $159
»» 01L Loudoun Campus
Sat, May 16
10 am – 4 pm
»» 01A Alexandria Campus, AA 255
Sat, May 30
10 am – 4 pm
Enroll online at
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
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General Interest
Enrichment
Enrichment
Be Your Own Bodyguard
NEW
Filmmaking for Beginners
Discover how to develop your own Personal
Safety Plan using techniques, tactics, and
procedures that will protect you and your
family. The best way to counter a criminal
attack is to prevent it from happening.
Explore the importance of situational
awareness, proper mindset, proactive security
measures and how to implement them into
your daily life. We will examine individual
protection, home/apartment protection,
mental awareness, and stress factors and
mitigations for stress, should you feel
threatened. We will also discuss active shooter
– from possible indicators to what your
actions should be. Your instructor has over
20 years of experience as a law enforcement
officer, specializing in anti-terrorism and
physical security.
Digital Scrapbooking Basics
Learn step-by-step how movies are made –
what needs to be done, in what order, and
how to put your movie together. We’ll discuss
filmmaking pre-production basics such as
how to organize your film project. You’ll learn
about production basics: how to shoot the
movie, what type of digital camera will fit
your needs, and tips on lighting, sound, and
camera work. You’ll also learn the basics of
directing: how to find actors and work with a
crew, visualizing the story, and directing the
camera and actors. Finally, you’ll get postproduction tips on editing, completing your
film, and getting it out to the public using
the Internet and other tools. Whether you
are making a movie for fun, as a hobby, or
planning a career in movie making, this class
is a plus. Please bring your own video camera
(any type) since you will make a short film
with the professional guidance and assistance
of the instructor. E-mail any questions to the
instructor at clintparkerfilms@aol.com.
LLRN 1703 / 3 hrs / $75
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus
Fri, Feb 27
Instructor: Scott Legge
7 – 10 pm
Organize those digital memories of Christmas
and summer vacations. You’ll learn the basics
of Digital Scrapbooking including: quick
photo fixes (red eye, spot healing, off color,
etc.); adding shadows, bezels, and other
dimensional tricks to give your page more
depth; cropping; cloning; layering; adding
titles and journaling text and more. In class
you will complete 3 projects using a digital
quickpage, a digital template, and papers and
elements to layout from scratch. You’ll receive
a free digital scrapbook kit including papers,
elements, a digital quickpage and a digital
template. Discover how to share your pages
with others. Bring a USB storage device to
class.
LLRN 1724 / 6 hrs / $109
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus
Sat, May 16
9:30 am – 4:30 pm
Instructor: Debbi Rodgers
ARTS 1916 / 1.2 CEU / $169
»» 01A Alexandria Campus, AA 345
Thu, Mar 26 – Apr 30
Instructor: Clinton Parker
Designing Your Life’s
Next Chapter
Transitions are a fact of life. Whether you
are launching a family, changing careers,
contemplating retirement, or you just want
to switch gears, it’s important to uncover
your dreams and goals. The instructor will
use life coaching tools to help you identify
your interests, create a vision, and outline the
necessary next steps. Through individual and
group exercises, you’ll develop a customized
action plan that embodies your passions so
you can live with no regrets.
LLRN 1849 / 6 hrs / $109
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CN 204
Wed, Apr 8 – 22
7:30 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: Candy Spitz, LCSW, PCC, BCC
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Alexandria Campus | 703–845–6280
Annandale Campus | 703–323–3168
7 – 9 pm
Candy Spitz
– Workforce Instructor –
Candy Spitz is president of her own career and
life coaching business, specializing in helping
people 40+ design career transitions aligned with their values and
passions so they live with no regrets. Candy knows about re-invention.
After 30 years as a licensed psychotherapist and educator, she retired,
re-trained, and opened her business as a coach. Candy is a pioneer and
leader in both the Positive Aging and Life Planning movements and she
is the Founder and President of the Chesapeake Life Planning Network
in Metro Washington, DC. She holds a Master’s in Clinical Social Work
(MSW), as well as several Coaching Certifications, and is licensed in
Virginia. For relaxation and fun Candy hikes the globe, collects art and
crafts and makes jewelry..
Loudoun Campus | 703–450–2551
Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
General Interest
Enrichment
NEW
Quilting for the Beginner
Parenting 2015: Today’s
Technology & Your Children
Learn the basics of modern quilting
techniques from a master quilter. These
techniques include fabric selection, rotary
cutting, machine quilting and binding.
During the class you’ll work on making your
own quilted wall hanging or crib-sized quilt.
A required supply list will be given out the
first night of class. Prerequisites: Some basic
sewing skill and access to a sewing machine.
My 6 year old said to me, “Mom, you are such
a lady of the ‘1’s!” (Translation – “Mom, you
were born before the year 2000, so you can’t
expect to understand what we are doing…
listening to… playing, etc.”) REALLY!!! I don’t
think so! Get out of your rocking chair, grab
a tablet, smart phone, or laptop, and join me
and other “People of the ‘1’s’” to break the
code on media use by our “oh so advanced”
youngsters. This course is ideal for parents
and early childhood educators. Visit our
website for a detailed course description.
LLRN 1723 / 4 hrs / $59
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 143
Sat, Mar 7 & 14
9 –11 am
Instructor: Bernice Mayfield, M.S., Early
Childhood Education
Instructor: Sharon Tindall
ARTS 1946 / 16 hrs / $195
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 142
Thu, Jan 22 – Mar 12
6:30 – 8:30 pm
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CM 242
Mon, Jan 26 – Mar 30
6:30 – 8:30 pm
(No class Feb 16 & Mar 9)
Parenting & Divorce – Parent
Education Seminar – in Spanish
Instructor: Ruth Roberts
Speed Reading
Be a faster, more efficient reader. Read
between 600 and 1200 words a minute. This
customized course is designed to triple your
reading speed while sharpening your reading
skills. If your career involves extensive reading
or you just love to read, you’ll find that this
course is ideal for you. Periodic tests and
measures will be used to assess reading speed
progress. Prerequisite: Good command of the
English language.
PSYC 1619 / 4 hrs / $50
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CM 114
Thu, Jan 22
5:50 – 10 pm
»» COMM 1948 / 1.5 CEU / $199
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CT 203
Tue, Apr 7 – May 12
7 – 9:30 pm
»» 01A Alexandria Campus, AA 375
Wed, Apr 8 – May 13
7 – 9:30 pm
Virginia reenacted legislation stating that
“the parties to any petition where a child
whose custody, visitation, or support is
contested shall show proof that they have
attended within the 12 months prior to their
court appearance or that they shall attend
within 45 days thereafter an educational
seminar … approved by the court.” This
four-hour interactive seminar fulfills these
requirements. Learn about the importance
of protecting and enhancing your child’s
emotional development. Emphasis is placed
on strengthening the family unit by focusing
on what the children are going through.
Tuition includes all materials. Please arrive
15 minutes before the class start time for
check-in. A photo ID is required. Under no
circumstance are children of any age allowed
to attend this class. It is also recommended
that the parties involved in the dispute attend
separate sessions.
Instructors: Ruth Roberts (Annandale); Ginger Hall
(Manassas & Woodbridge)
PSYC 1595 / 4 hrs / $50
»» 02N Annandale Campus, CN 204
Sat, Mar 7
8:50 am – 1 pm
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus
Fri, Jan 23
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park
Tue, Apr 28
5:50 – 10 pm
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CN 204
Sat, Jan 24
8:50 am – 1 pm
»» 03N Annandale Campus, CM 114
Thu, June 4
5:50 – 10 pm
»» 02N Annandale Campus, CN 204
Sat, Feb 28
8:50 am – 1 pm
5:45 – 10 pm
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 134
Sat, Feb 28
8:45 am – 1 pm
Req. Textbooks: Timed Reading, Books 7 & 8
Instructor: N. Poteat Day, MA, Reading Specialist
Parenting & Divorce – Parent
Education Seminar
Parking on all campuses is free
on weekends and weekdays after
4 pm in B (Student) lots only.
Parking permits are not required
at off-campus locations.
»» 02W Woodbridge Campus
Fri, Mar 13
5:45 – 10 pm
»» 03N Annandale Campus, CN 204
Sat, Mar 28
8:50 am – 1 pm
»» 04N Annandale Campus, CN 204
Sat, Apr 11
8:50 am – 1 pm
Instructor: Padia Grant
»» 02M Manassas Innovation Park, 142
Sat, Apr 25
8:45 am – 1 pm
»» 05N Annandale Campus, CN 204
Sat, May 9
8:50 am – 1 pm
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Income tax time is just around the corner.
Have questions about your 1040 form
or investment income? We can help. See page 30
»» 03W Woodbridge Campus
Fri, May 15
Enroll online at
5:45 – 10 pm
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
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General Interest
Writing
Writing
From Memory to Memoir:
Writing Your Life’s Stories
Your life is a tale that continues to unfold,
rich in detail and experience. It’s a tale only
you can tell. In this workshop, designed for
the emerging writer, you’ll tap into your
memories and search for those recurring
motifs that are threaded through your
recollections. You’ll explore the literary
elements of plot, setting, character and theme,
and use them to recreate some of the events
and relationships that have influenced your
life. You’ll begin to give your memories
shape and meaning. A relaxed, supportive
atmosphere will allow you to exchange
insights with other students through guided
writing exercises and group discussion.
Between sessions, you’ll maintain a writer’s
journal, expanding on the exercises practiced
in class. The instructor is a published author
and editor.
LLRN 1978 / 1.2 CEU / $175
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CN 119
Wed, Jan 21 – Feb 25
Instructor: Nina Sichel
7 – 9 pm
Novel Writing
Ever read a novel and thought, “Hey, I could
write that?” Have ideas for stories but need
help and guidance turning them into fulllength novels? This intensive writing program
will help you turn those ideas and partial
manuscripts into an intricate and wellconstructed novel that a publishing house
will want to purchase. Learn about story,
structure, plot, voice, character development,
and setting. Explore the different kinds of
genres that exist, including thriller, legal,
romance, murder mystery and others. Also,
learn about manuscript formatting and how
to target and submit your manuscript to the
right publishing houses.
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Introduction to Playwriting
Journaling to Increase
Your Creativity
Theater is the oldest form of storytelling and
many still consider it the most exciting! This
4-week course will be taught as a workshop,
and you’ll learn the basic principles of
dramatic writing. There will be in-class
writing/discussion and we’ll read excerpts
from scripts. By the end of the course you will
have created one or two scenes or a short play.
You’ll be encouraged to bring and discuss
newly written material during each class
session. Prerequisite: Basic English – reading
and writing.
Keeping a journal has many positive benefits.
Journaling can help with personal growth
and development. By regularly recording
your thoughts, you will gain insight into your
desires. Journaling can be used as a creative
way to solve problems.
COMM 1835 / 8 hrs / $129
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus
Sat, May 2 – 23
Instructor: Marsha Jones
10 am – 12 pm
COMM 1964 / 0.8 CEU / $149
Scriptwriting I – Fundamentals
Get an introduction to the building blocks
upon which film and television scripts are
based. You’ll learn the fundaments from
original concept to finishing a screenplay.
Great emphasis will be placed on dramatic
structure, the core of scriptwriting. This
class includes discussions on story concept,
character development, dialogue and visual
storytelling. You’ll write a film treatment,
story outline and log line upon which your
screenplay will be based. Learn about the
practical elements of the scriptwriting
process and the relationship of the film
industry and the screenwriter. This class,
taught by an experienced filmmaker, will
answer your questions and get you started.
E-mail any questions to the instructor at
clintparkerfilms@aol.com.
COMM 1812 / 1.2 CEU / $169
»» 01A Alexandria Campus, AA 345
Thu, Feb 5 – Mar 19
(No class Mar 12)
Instructor: Clinton Parker
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CN 105
Sat, Mar 7 – Apr 11
10 am – 12 pm
(No class Mar 14 & Apr 4)
Instructor: Will Mallon, MFAW, Published
Playwright
Introduction to Playwriting II
Continue working on and developing the
techniques of plot, story and structure taught
in Introduction to Playwriting. You’ll focus on
the major aspects of a play including: scene
and character development, dialogue, theme
and narrative development, shaping of acts,
and sounding the play in the voices of peer
writers and actors. Prerequisite: Introduction
to Playwriting or equivalent experience.
COMM 1829 / 0.8 CEU / $149
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CN 105
Sat, Apr 18 – May 9
10 am – 12 pm
Instructor: Will Mallon, MFAW, Published
Playwright
7 – 9 pm
Looking for Social Media Courses?
COMM 1975 / 1.6 CEU / $255
»» 01L Loudoun Campus
Tue, Apr 7 – May 26
Instructor: Tracee Garner
NEW
7 – 9 pm
Alexandria Campus | 703–845–6280
Annandale Campus | 703–323–3168
Turn to pages 17, 19, and 35.
Loudoun Campus | 703–450–2551
Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
General Interest
Health & Wellness
Writing for the Fun of It
This relaxed and fun overview ranges from
learning to think like a writer to publishing
your work. Discussion and exercises reveal
simple yet effective tools for placing and
organizing your thoughts on paper, including
a quick grammar and style review. Learn to
choose the best form to convey your unique
vision. On a project you’ll begin in class, learn
to apply professional techniques that will
elevate your writing to the next level.
COMM 1946 / 1.4 CEU / $175
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus
Sat & Sun, May 2 & 3
Instructor: Frank Milligan
9 – 5 pm
Health & Wellness
Power of the
Subconscious Mind
Reiki I
Discover the power of your mind, and use
it to be your best! Through self-hypnosis
you can learn to change unwanted habits,
manage stress, office and road rage, draw on
stored energy for immediate use, and attain
goals that you believed were unattainable.
You’ll learn to use the power of your mind
and discover how to take control of your
life and health in new and exciting ways.
Through relaxation techniques, visualization,
imagination and your intuition, you can
easily overcome life’s obstacles. Please wear
comfortable clothing and bring a pad or mat
for stretching out on the floor. A workbook
and conditioning CDs will be provided.
The instructor is a Registered Hypnotic
Anesthesiologist.
PSYC 1516 / 15 hrs / $235
Frank
Milligan
– Writing Instructor –
Frank Milligan is a published writer
of both fiction and non-fiction and
holds a master of arts in writing fiction
from the Johns Hopkins University.
He’s been teaching creative writing at
several colleges for many years and has
been a presenter at numerous writers’
conferences. His book about writing:
Time to Write: Discovering the Writer
Within after 50, won a silver award at
the 2009 National Mature Media Awards.
In addition, he was the Virginia statewide
first place winner in the fiction category
of the 2010 Golden Nib writing contest.
Frank is currently at work on a novel.
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CC 202
Tue, Jan 27 – Mar 3
7 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: Kay Walkinshaw, CI
Virtual Gastric Band
Hypnosis for Weight Loss
This is a powerful technique that can be
used to change your behavior, enabling you
to take charge and control your weight. It
utilizes the concept of a “virtual” gastric
band being placed around the top of the
stomach, limiting the capacity of the stomach
to the size of a golf ball. With the guidance
of a Registered Hypnotic Anesthesiologist,
you’ll learn and then practice centering and
focusing techniques designed to bring about
a permanent change in eating habits, as well
as assisting you in making better choices
within your daily routine. Also, you’ll gain an
understanding of your individual blocks and
your relationship with food. Tuition includes
a backup CD for reinforcing new messages
and placing them firmly in your mind.
Reiki is a simple, holistic, and natural energy
healing system. Come and experience the
wonders of this dynamic alternative therapy,
which can be used in conjunction with other
medical or therapeutic techniques to relieve
pain and promote recovery. You will learn
about Reiki, its history, and it uses. You
will also be attuned to Reiki Level I Energy,
learning how to use this wonderful technique
to heal yourself and others. Reiki I is a
prerequisite for Reiki II certification, which
is needed for professional practice. Clinical
Reiki™ is taught at the Loudoun Campus.
HLTH 1856 / 0.7 CEU / $250
»» 01L Loudoun Campus, Clinical Reiki™
Sat, Mar 7
9 am – 4:30 pm
Instructor: Ellen Labgold, Reiki Master
Teacher
Req. Textbook: The Reiki Sourcebook
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus
Sat, Mar 21 & 28
9:30 am – 1 pm
Instructor: Marsha Jones, Reiki Master
Teacher
Opt. Textbook: Essential Reiki by Diane
Stein
Reiki II
You will learn more advanced Reiki Principles
and Reiki symbols, as well as be introduced
to Reiki’s application for clinical uses. You
will also be attuned to Reiki Level II Energy,
which increases and broadens healing
energies. Prerequisite: Completion of Reiki I.
HLTH 1874 / 0.5 CEU / $350
»» 01L Loudoun Campus, Clinical Reiki™
Fri, Mar 6
9 am – 2 pm
Instructor: Ellen Labgold, Reiki Master
Teacher
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus
Sat, Apr 18 & 25
9:30 am – 12 pm
Instructor: Marsha Jones, Reiki Master
Teacher
HLTH 1780 / 15 hrs / $235
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CM 114
Thu, Jan 29 – Mar 5
7 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: Kay Walkinshaw, CI
Enroll online at
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
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General Interest
Languages
Languages
Arabic for Beginners
Italian for Travelers
Italian Travel Seminar
With the guidance of a native speaker, learn
the fundamentals needed to read, write
and speak Arabic. You’ll master the Arabic
alphabet, greetings, basic conversation and
grammar. By the end of this course you’ll
be able to form basic sentences and conduct
simple conversations in Arabic.
Italy continues to be a favorite European
travel destination for Americans. Given the
ever-growing popularity of its culture, cuisine,
art and history, we not only want to visit this
lovely country, but also understand and “live”
it, immerse ourselves in “La Dolce Vita”, not
as an “outsider” but as a “local”. What better
way to make an Italian friend and enjoy the
Italian culture? Learn to communicate in
Italian more confidently! Tuition includes all
course materials.
Have you already started planning your
long-awaited, once-in-a-lifetime trip to Italy?
Whether it’s your first time or you’re returning
to discover more “off the beaten path” beauties
such as Bellagio, Naples, Lecce or Sicily, come
join our informative seminar designed to help
you craft the most unforgettable Italian trip
possible! Topics include: things to consider
when selecting locations – accessibility,
climate, local holidays, easiest routes and
logistics, best choices for transportation/
connections – trains, ferries, drivers, rental
cars, accommodations, banking and currency
exchange, cell phone use, cultural notes, very
basic survival phrases – and so much more!
Don’t forget to bring your itinerary – or even
just a wish list – because in just 2 meetings,
your Italian fantasy could easily turn into a
reality!
Req. Textbook: Functional Modern Standard
Arabic for Beginners: Letters & Sounds of the Arabic
Language
ARAB 1901 / 2.0 CEU / $225
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CC 204
Tue, Feb 3 – Apr 14
(No class Mar 10)
Instructor: Mousa Al-Naseri
Instructor: Sybil Haynes
7 – 9 pm
NEW
German Travel Seminar
ITAL 1903 / 1.8 CEU / $199
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CN 105
Wed, Feb 4 – Apr 8
7:30 – 9:30 pm
(No class Mar 11)
»» 01A Alexandria Campus, AA 255
Thu, Feb 5 – Apr 9
7:30 – 9:30 pm
(No class Mar 12)
If you’re planning a trip to the Germanspeaking world, this course is ideal for you.
If you already speak some German, this is
a great opportunity to brush up. Whether
you’re hoping to trace your family roots,
hike the Swiss Alps, or just want to enjoy
an authentic Wiener Schnitzel, your trip
will be much richer if you have a basic
understanding of the German language and
its culture. Learn everyday sayings that will
enable you to better communicate with the
locals. Learn how to book train tickets and
accommodations and choose a cost-effective
local cell phone plan, as well as many other
useful tips from a seasoned traveler and native
German. Whether you already have a detailed
itinerary for your journey or are still simply
daydreaming about possibly going abroad,
you’ll emerge from this seminar well prepared
and ready to enjoy your trip.
Instructor: Sybil Haynes
LLRN 1717 / 8 hrs / $99
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CN 105
Sat, Feb 21 & 28
9 am – 1 pm
»» 01A Alexandria Campus, AA 259
Sat, Mar 21 & 28
9 am – 1 pm
GERM 1907 / 8 hrs / $99
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park,
Sat, Mar 21 & 28
9 am – 1 pm
Instructor: Christiane Armstrong
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Alexandria Campus | 703–845–6280
Annandale Campus | 703–323–3168
Loudoun Campus | 703–450–2551
Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
General Interest
Homeowners
Intermediate Practical Spanish
Intermediate Practical Spanish is designed for
beginning Spanish students who are ready to
travel beyond the basic fundamentals. If you
are able to understand some Spanish, and
can speak a little in return, then this is the
program for you. By following more shortcuts
and tips you will pick up intermediate and
advanced skills along the way and in no time
will be able to communicate in Spanish at a
whole new level.
Req. Textbook: Spanish for Gringos, Level Two
SPAN 1924 / 1.4 CEU / $199
»» 01L Reston Center
Tue, Jan 20 – Mar 3
Instructor: Mike Hurley
7 – 9 pm
Basic Conversational
Spanish – Level I
If you’ve ever thought about learning Spanish,
and you know nothing about the language,
this class was specifically designed for you.
Get the skills needed to start conversing
with native Spanish speakers. You’ll learn
basic greetings as well as how to talk about
yourself, your family and your interests. How
to form questions and conduct a conversation
on a variety of topics will also be covered.
Grammar lessons will only be used to build a
foundation for conversation. Note: If you have
a basic background in Spanish, including the
use of some present tense verbs and you can
formulate simple sentences, are comfortable
with forming questions, negation, and using
the equivalent “it”; and can tell time, please
register for the Level 2 course.
SPAN 1508 / 2.0 CEU / $225
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CM 213
Tue, Jan 20 – Mar 31
7 – 9 pm
(No class Mar 10)
Instructor: Felicia Blakeney, MS-Ed
Basic Conversational
Spanish – Level 2
Homeowners
If you’d like to continue learning Spanish, and
you know a little bit about the language, this
is the best level for you. You’ll increase your
vocabulary as well as learn how to talk about
your lifestyle, family and interests. How to
indicate obligation, articulate quantities, make
comparisons, and conduct a conversation
on a variety of topics will also be covered.
Grammar instruction will be used to build
a foundation for conversation. With a bit of
effort you’ll be well on your way to reaching
out to a Spanish–speaking neighbor or co–
worker. Prerequisite: Basic Conversational
Spanish – Level 1 or the equivalent.
Instructor: Alex Belmonte, BS
Req. Textbook: See It & Say It in Spanish
SPAN 1509 / 2.0 CEU / $225
»» 01A Alexandria Campus, AA 457
Tue, Feb 3 – Apr 14
7:30 – 9:30 pm
(No class Mar 10)
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CN 219
Thu, Feb 5 – Apr 16
7:30 – 9:30 pm
(No class Mar 12)
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 134
Tue, April 7 – May 26
7 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: Cecilia Abare
Req. Textbook: Spanish is Fun
Spanish for the Workplace
Employers &
Supervisors:
Do you need to communicate
more effectively with your
Spanish-speaking employees?
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 142
Tue, Jan 20 – Mar 10
7 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: Cecilia Abare
Req. Textbook: Spanish is Fun
This course is available
at the college or it can be customized
and delivered at your place of business.
»» 01A Alexandria Campus, AA 254
Mon, Feb 2 – Apr 20
7:30 – 9:30 pm
(No class Feb 16 & Mar 9)
Instructor: Alex Belmonte, BS
Req. Textbook: See It & Say It in Spanish
For information,
please call
Workforce Development
703-323-3281
Homeowner’s Association
Law – Basic
Gain an overview of the Virginia Property
Owners’ Association Act, including
requirements of full disclosure of association
actions and records, homeowner disclosure
packets and rights of associations to pass
and enforce regulations. Your instructor is a
retired attorney.
LAWS 1918 / 0.3 CEU / $99
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus
Sat, Feb 14
Instructor: Paul Giles
9 am – 12 pm
Homeowner’s Association
Law – Advanced
Continue to explore the association’s right to
set dues and special assessments, collect dues/
assessments by garnishment sale of personal
property, or by lien and foreclosure. Discussion
of enforcement of association regulations by
daily or one–time fines will also be included.
LAWS 1919 / 0.3 CEU / $99
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus
Sat, Feb 14
Instructor: Paul Giles
12:30 – 3:30 pm
Landlord Tenant Law
Designed for you as a non-lawyer landlord,
information will focus on using Small
Claims/General District court forms to file
eviction and secure court ordered possession
of premises plus money judgment. Topics
include: criteria for picking the right tenant
applicant, accessing Internet court records
to check credit/eviction history of rental
applicants, customizing standard Internet
form leases, notice and rights regarding rent
and non-rent lease tenant breach, court forms
to use and when, applicable portions of the
VA Residential Landlord/Tenant Act, and
Federal and Virginia Fair Housing Acts.
LAWS 1947 / 0.3 CEU / $99
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus
Sat, Feb 7
9 am – 12 pm
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park
Sat, Feb 28
9 am – 12 pm
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CN 123
Sat, Mar 28
9 am – 12 pm
Enroll online at
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
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Home Electricity 1 –
Wires/Boxes/Outlets
This is a good starting point to understand
electricity in your home. Take the mystery
and fear out of attempting small electrical
repairs. Topics include: types and uses of
electrical boxes and switches, outlets, new
requirements for Ground Fault, Arc-Fault,
child proof outlets, and why a particular
electrical use requires a particular type/size
wire. Your knowledge is reinforced though
lecture, visual and hands-on learning aids.
Instructor: Paul Giles
ELEC 1902 / 3 hrs / $79
Homeowners
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»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 142
Sat, Jan 24
9 am – 12 pm
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus
Sat, Apr 4
Absolutely terrific.
The course was engaging and
packed with information.
I have recommended
this course to others.
Home Electricity student
9 am – 12 pm
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CN 114
Sat, May 2
9 am – 12 pm
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General Interest
Home Electricity 2 –
Hands-On Lights/Fans/Outlets
Home Electricity 3 –
Breaker Box Basics
Home Electricity 4 –
Hands-On 220 Projects
Explore the basics of wiring 110 Volt lighting,
switches, and outlets. Participate in wiring
projects or just observe others. Topics include:
stripping and connecting wires, wiring a
pull chain light, changing a single switch to
a double or three-way switch, installing a
ceiling fan, recessed lighting, and individual
home projects. All materials and tools are
supplied, but bring any electrical tools you
own.
The breaker box is the “starting point”
of all electricity within your home and
the beginning of most electrical projects.
Topics include basic electrical principles,
components of the box, the service entrance
cable, grounding bars and rods, tandem
breakers and basic breaker functions, ground
and arc fault breakers, panel box projects, and
more.
Conquer the basics of wiring 220 Volt
household electrical circuits. Participate in
wiring projects or just observe others. Wiring
projects include, from panel box to end of
circuit, 3 and 4-prong clothes dryer circuits;
oven circuits; water heater circuits with
disconnect; 50 amp subpanel; and discussion
of the application of 220 Volt circuit wiring to
your home projects. All materials and tools
are supplied, but bring any electrical tools you
own.
Instructor: Paul Giles
ELEC 1921 / 3 hrs / $79
ELEC 1906 / 3 hrs / $95
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 142
Sat, Jan 24
12:30 – 3:30 pm
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus
Sat, Apr 4
12:30 – 3:30 pm
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CN 114
Sat, May 2
12:30 – 3:30 pm
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Instructor: Paul Giles
Alexandria Campus | 703–845–6280
Annandale Campus | 703–323–3168
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 142
Sat, Jan 31
9 am – 12 pm
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus
Sat, Apr 11
9 am – 12 pm
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CN 114
Sat, May 9
9 am – 12 pm
Instructor: Paul Giles
ELEC 1914 / 3 hrs / $95
»» 01M Manassas Innovation Park, 142
Sat, Jan 31
12:30 – 3:30 pm
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus
Sat, Apr 11
12:30 – 3:30 pm
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CN 114
Sat, May 9
12:30 – 3:30 pm
Loudoun Campus | 703–450–2551
Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
General Interest
Test Preparation
Tips for Buying &
Selling a Home
Buying and selling a home can be a very
rewarding experience. Doing it well can
greatly benefit you and your family. Discover
strategies for buying and/or selling a home in
any market. You’ll learn how to reach out to
both buyers and sellers; how to negotiate for
the best price and terms, and how to navigate
the mortgage financing process, which is so
critical to your success and that of your buyer.
The instructor is an experienced attorney,
realtor and investment property owner.
REAL 1907 / 6 hrs / $135
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CN 105
Wed, Jan 21 & 28
7 – 10 pm
Instructor: Bruce McBarnette, JD
Test Preparation
SAT Preparation –
Critical Reading
SAT Preparation – Math
Get ready for the SAT! You’ll review the
critical reading section; work on expanding
your vocabulary and improving your critical
examination skills of written text. You’ll also
get comfortable with the test format for the
two types of problems in this section while
learning and practicing successful testtaking strategies. Please bring the required
textbook and a bag lunch to class.
Req. Textbook: The Official SAT Study Guide,
2nd Ed.
TEST 1939 / 0.5 CEU / $109
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CN 123
Sat, Jan 31
9 am – 2:30 pm
Getting ready for the
PMP or CAPM Exam?
NOVA has both classroom and
online courses to help you
prepare – see pages 7 & 8!
TEAS Preparation
Are you getting ready to take the
Test of Essential Academic Skills
(TEAS)?
See page 78 for our intensive
prep courses.
»» 02N Annandale Campus, CN 123
Sat, May 16
9 am – 2:30 pm
Instructors: April Michelle Davis, MPS
Benjamin Davis, MS
SAT Prep – Writing
Get ready for the SAT! You’ll review the
writing section and focus on your English
grammar, and writing skills. You’ll also get
comfortable with the test format for the
four types of problems in this section while
learning and practicing successful testtaking strategies. Please bring the required
textbook and a bag lunch to class.
Req. Textbook: The Official SAT Study Guide,
2nd Ed.
TEST 1940 / 0.5 CEU / $109
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CN 204
Sat, Feb 7
9 am – 2:30 pm
»» 02N Annandale Campus, CN 204
Sat, May 30
9 am – 2:30 pm
Instructors: April Michelle Davis, MPS
Benjamin Davis, MS
Get a jump start on the skills and concepts
needed to be successful on the SAT, and
identify your particular math strengths and
weaknesses. You’ll review concepts from
arithmetic, algebra, and geometry; explore
approaches to the SAT’s math questions;
practice with sample test items, and learn
some successful test–taking tips and
strategies. Take an official SAT Practice Test,
available online at http://Satcollegeboard.
com/practice.
Req. Textbook: The Official SAT Study Guide,
2nd Ed.
TEST 1903 / 1.5 CEU / $199
»» 01W Woodbridge Campus
Sat, Mar 28 – Apr 25
Instructor: Brandon Boles
9 am – 12 pm
GRE Prep for Revised
General Test
Get a comprehensive review of the verbal,
quantitative and analytical writing skills
required for the latest version of the GRE.
You’ll review basic concepts, learn test-taking
techniques and strategies, and practice with
sample test questions. Computer-based preand post-tests will be given and time will be
spent on computer-based practice problems
as well. Please bring the required textbook to
the first class meeting.
Req. Textbook: The Official Guide to the GRE
Revised General Test, 2nd Ed.
TEST 1933 / 3.3 CEU / $665
»» 01N Annandale – CED, 6th floor
Mon & Wed, Mar 23 – Apr 27
6:30 – 9:30 pm
Instructors: Amy Brener, BA
Karla Mahoney, MS
Does your class have a required textbook?
Order your books online: nvcc.bncollege.com
Enroll online at
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
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General Interest
Motorcycle Training
Motorcycle Training
NOVA has affordable and available classes for earning your motorcycle license!
Basic – $150 Advanced – $90 Sidecar/Trike – $170 Jump Start – $75
Basic Rider Course
Co-sponsored by the Virginia Rider Training
Program, DMV, and NOVA, this 15-hour
course (8 hours on the range and 7 hours
in the classroom) is for anyone who wants
to learn to ride a motorcycle. The course is
offered at both the Loudoun and Alexandria
Campuses. You’ll learn the basic skills of
motorcycle operation, effective braking and
obstacle avoidance, as well as safe riding
strategies – skills normally acquired only
after several years of trial-and-error riding.
Successful completion of the Basic Rider
Course provides you with a temporary State
motorcycle license. Enrollment is limited
and classes fill very quickly. This is a very
physically demanding program. If, in the
instructor’s opinion, you are unable to meet
the minimum physical or coordination
requirements, you may be required to
discontinue the riding portion of the course
with no refund provided. You must be
18 years of age or older or have parental
permission. Weekend classes are offered
every weekend from mid-March through
mid-December. At both the Alexandria and
Loudoun locations, classes meet Fri from
6:45 – 10 pm, Sat from 7:30 am – 6:30 pm and
Sun from 7:30 am – 6:30 pm. Classes are held
rain or shine and you must attend all sessions.
The college provides motorcycles and helmets.
Visit the website www.nvcc.edu/workforce for
class dates and availability at both locations –
Alexandria and Loudoun.
TRNS 1903 (weekend) OR TRNS 1904 (weekday)
»» $150
Jump Start –
Alexandria Campus
Sidecar/Trike –
Loudoun Campus
The 3-hour Jump Start class is designed for
those who have never ridden a motorcycle
but would like to become familiar with a
motorcycle and the basics of motorcycling.
The Jump Start class does not substitute
for the Basic Rider Course, which is the
introductory motorcycle course. Come
experience the fun! Jump Start also serves as
remedial training for those who have tried a
Basic Rider Course but need more time with
clutch and throttle coordination in order to
move on in class. Jump Start gives you the
time to practice motorcycle skills in smaller
classes where you can receive more attention
from the instructors. Classes are held on the
Alexandria Campus motorcycle range (B-1
parking lot at the corner of West Campus Dr
and Filmore Ave.) You’ll meet at the campus
motorcycle range for class and must be on
time; loaner motorcycles are provided. There
is no classroom work.
Constructed in a similar manner as the
Virginia Rider Training Program Basic and
Advanced Rider courses, this course is a
combination of classroom instruction and
range exercises. Topics include: understanding
the differences between motorcycles and
sidecars, the secrets of successful cornering,
proper braking techniques, swerving, and
airborne chairs and what to do about them.
Motorcycle, sidecar, and helmets provided.
To register for a class you must have a NOVA
Student ID #. If you do not already have one,
you can apply for it on the college website:
www.nvcc.edu.
Call the Alexandria Campus 703-845-6280 or
check the website www.nvcc.edu/workforce
for class dates.
TRNS 1908 / Alexandria Campus
»» $75
All motorcycle students
are required to bring a
valid driver’s license or
motorcycle license permit
to class.
Motorcycle Class Refund Policy:
Students must provide 2–week notice in
writing to change motorcycle class dates
or request a refund. E-mail notifications
should be sent to:
Alexandria: awilliamsfor@nvcc.edu
Loudoun: cwynn@nvcc.edu
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Questions about the
motorcycle program?
Alexandria: 703-845-6280
Loudoun: 703-450-2551
Call the Loudoun Campus 703-450-2551 or
check the website www.nvcc.edu/workforce
for class dates.
TRNS 1907 / Loudoun Campus
»» $170
Advanced Rider Training
In this advanced course, you’ll learn further
safety skills in both a classroom and range
situation. You must possess a valid motorcycle
license and provide your own motorcycle
and equipment, proof of registration and
insurance. You must have accrued a minimum
of 1000 miles on the motorcycle you will be
riding in the training class. Enrollment is
limited. Classes meet on Sunday from 8 am –
3 pm at the Loudoun Campus. To register for
a class you must have a NOVA Student ID #.
If you do not already have one, you can apply
for one at the college website
www.nvcc.edu (select “Apply Now” tab).
Once you have an ID #, call Workforce
Development at 703-450-2551 for registration
instructions. Private group classes may
be arranged by calling Claire Wynn at the
Loudoun Campus at 703-450-2551.
Visit the website www.nvcc.edu/workforce for
class dates and availability.
TRNS 1906 / Loudoun Campus
»» $90
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Alexandria Campus | 703–845–6280
Annandale Campus | 703–323–3168
Loudoun Campus | 703–450–2551
Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
General Interest
The STRIVE Program – Classes for Students with Learning Disabilities
The STRIVE Program – Classes for Students with Learning Disabilities
The STRIVE Program provides opportunities for young adults with learning disabilities to transition from school to post-secondary training,
employment and successful community living. All classes listed change in content each semester so students can participate regularly. Students
will be required to cover the cost of entrance/activity fees. Each course includes highly recommended parent meetings.
If you have questions, call the STRIVE Coordinator, Dr. Jean Robinson, at 301-292-7600.
Job Exploration
This course can enhance students with
learning disabilities’ job readiness through
observation and participation in a variety
of work experiences in the community.
Classes will include outside speakers from
the business community and on-site business
visits, as well as potential on-site training with
employers. Parent Meetings: Thu, Feb 26 &
Apr 16, 12:30 – 1:30 pm
BUSC 1816 / 3.0 CEU / $495
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CE 202
Thu, Feb 5 – Apr 30
1:30 – 5 pm
(No class Mar 12 & 19, Apr 2)
Instructor: Dr. Jean Robinson
Smart Phone & Tablet
Photography
Capture your memories with smart phone
photography as the journey of your life
unfolds. Learn how to use the Instagram app
to take, enhance and instantly share your
smart phone photos with family and friends.
Apple iPhone, iPad and iCloud will be used to
demonstrate these concepts. Having a smart
phone is not required. The course is also open
to teachers, parents, advocates and counselors
working with students with learning
challenges. Parent Meetings: Wed, Feb 25 &
Apr 15, 2 – 3 pm
PHTG 1958 / 2.4 CEU / $395
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CE 202
Wed, Feb 4 – Apr 29
3 – 5 pm
(No class Mar 11)
Instructor: Shavonne Noble, MA
Transitioning to Adulthood
This course will enable students with learning
disabilities and high functioning Autism
Spectrum Disorders (ASD) to develop selfconfidence, assertiveness and independent
living skills to enhance their future. Instruction
and activities will address the post-secondary
transition. Topics include emotional control,
communication skills, independent living
and self-advocacy. This course will integrate
practical accommodations to ensure an
effective transition to adulthood, and students
will practice skills by role playing in class
sessions. Parent Meetings: Sat, Mar 7 & Apr 25,
2 – 3 pm
LLRN 1715 / 2.4 CEU / $395
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CE 202
Sat, Feb 7 – May 2
12 – 2 pm
(No class Mar 14)
Instructor: Dr. Amanda Carter
Accessing Recreational,
Cultural & Community
Service Opportunities
Students will acquire leadership and decisionmaking skills by initiating, planning, directing
and participating in recreational, cultural
and community service projects with peers.
Classes include discussions about dating,
relationship building, budgeting, goal setting,
time and conflict management, using public
transportation and helping others. Parent
Meetings: Mon, Mar 2 & Apr 20, 6 – 7 pm
LLRN 1916 / 11 classroom sessions / 22 hrs / $365
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CE 202
Mon, Feb 2 – Apr 27
7 – 9 pm
(No class Feb 16 & Mar 9)
4 Sat Activities & 2 Community Service
Instructors: Dr. Jean Robinson & Richard
Stone
Personal Life Coaching – Part II
Do you feel like you need a personal and
professional “makeover”? Reach your dreams
by uncovering the passion and purpose in your
life. Enlarge your vision and life by building
action-oriented tools for self-regulating,
personal growth and empowerment. Personal
coaching helps individuals working together
in a group to transform and reshape their lives,
open doors they never knew existed, reinvent
themselves, reconnect with their passionate
interests and unfulfilled goals and watch their
lives really take off. Parent Meetings: Fri,
Feb 27 & Apr 17, 2 – 3 pm
LLRN 1925 / 20 hrs / $335
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CE 202
Fri, Feb 6 – Apr 24
12 – 2 pm
(No class Mar 13 & Apr 3)
Instructor: Donna Reinsel, BA, BFA
NEW
Reading Boot Camp II
Would you like to refine your skills in reading
comprehension, fluency and vocabulary? This
fun course offers a diagnostic-prescriptive
approach to conquer your reading challenges,
using the most innovative technology and
techniques. Group and individual tutoring
using a variety of proven reading programs
such as Read Naturally and Reading Horizons,
etc. is being offered. Reinvent yourself by
gaining new insight into tactical strategies
to improve and jump-start your reading for
pleasure and independent skills. Tuition
includes all course materials. Parent Meetings:
Tue, Feb 24 & Apr 14, 5:30 – 6:30 pm
COMM 1834 / 2.4 CEU / $395
»» 01N Annandale Campus, CE 202
Tue, Feb 3 – Apr 28
3:30 – 5:30 pm
(No class Mar 10)
Instructor: Pamela Knudson, MA
Transformative Therapeutic Art
Art and the process of creating can be
therapeutic, transporting you from the stresses
of your life. Discover ways to tap into your
inner resources and experience the healing
power of creativity. Classes will feature
demonstrations as well as making your own
personal creations. Tuition includes all course
materials. Parent Meetings: Wed, Feb 25 & Apr
15, 5:30 – 6:30 pm
ARTS 1771 / 24 hrs / $399
»» 01N Off-Campus Location:
Strive Cornerstone Residence
10616 Golden Eye Lane, Fairfax, VA
Wed, Feb 4 – Apr 29
6:30 – 8:30 pm
(No class Mar 11)
Instructor: Donna Reinsel, BA, BFA
Enroll online at
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
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Online Courses
Ed2go Online Courses
www.ed2go.com/nova
Contact the Annandale Workforce Office at
703-323-3168 for additional information and
assistance.
UGotClass Online Courses &
Certificates
www.yougotclass.org/catalog.cfm/Nvcc
Contact the Annandale Workforce Development
Office at 703-323-3168 for additional information
and assistance.
Continuing Education for Tradesmen
See page 97 for course information. For assistance,
call 703-257-6630.
Cyber Security
See page 55 for course information. For assistance,
call 703-257-6590 or e-mail clangguth@nvcc.edu.
Web Development Using Blackboard
See page 57 for course information. For assistance,
call 703-257-6590 or e-mail clangguth@nvcc.edu.
Healthcare E-Learning
See page 79 for course information. For assistance,
call 703-450-2551.
The Income Tax School®
Online Courses
NOVA, in a partnership with The Income
Tax School®, now offers online courses in tax
preparation. These courses meet the training needs
for IRS test preparation, required continuing
education, as well as providing new career
opportunities. Learn online 24/7 with instructor
support!
Course/Registration Information:
Go to www.theincometaxschool.com/nvcc
to learn more about available courses and
registration. Contact the Annandale Workforce
Office at 703–323–3168 for additional information
and assistance.
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Alexandria Campus | 703–845–6280
Annandale Campus | 703–323–3168
Loudoun Campus | 703–450–2551
Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
Ed2go Online Courses
Our instructor-facilitated online courses are informative, fun,
convenient and highly interactive. Our instructors are famous
for their ability to create warm and supportive communities of
learners. All courses start once a month and run for six weeks (with
a 10-day grace period at the end). Courses are project-oriented
and include lessons, quizzes, hands-on assignments, discussion
areas, supplementary links, and more. You can complete any course
entirely from your home or office – any time of the day or night.
You’ll need a Web browser, and in some cases, additional software.
Course requirements are listed in the course descriptions on our
Instruction Center web page: www.ed2go.com/nova.
Getting Started:
• Register and pay with NOVA’s Annandale Campus for the
online course of your choice. See list of course starting dates
below. You can register for an online class up to one week after
the official start date. Most courses are $149 each. See course list
below for exceptions.
• Go to www.ed2go.com/nova and complete the online
orientation process for each course. (Completing the
“orientation” process alone does not register you for the course.)
• On the course start date, go to the website above, log in, and
begin your course in the online classroom.
The Internet
• Achieving Top Search Engine Positions – ITEC 1855
• Introduction to Google Analytics – ITEC 1465
Graphic & Multimedia Design
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Creating Web Pages – ITEC 1870
Advanced Web Pages – ARTS 1653
Introduction to CSS3 & XHTML5 – ARTS 1739
Intermediate CSS3 & XHTML5 – ARTS 1750
Advanced CSS3 & HTML5 – ARTS 1696
Creating Mobile Apps with HTML5 – ITEC 1431
Introduction to CorelDRAW X5 – ARTS 1656
Creating WordPress® Websites – ARTS 1641
Designing Effective Websites – ITEC 1879
Intro to Photoshop CS6 – ARTS 1666
Intermediate Photoshop CS6 – ARTS 1667
All Ed2go online courses begin on the same starting dates once
per month. For registration purposes, please indicate the starting
date you want by using the following section numbers (01N –
04N) along with the course code listed at the end of each course
title. Every course offered by Ed2go is not listed. Check with the
Annandale Campus WD Office if you do not see the course you’d
like to take.
Spring 2015 Online Class Start Dates:
01N – Jan 21
02N – Feb 18
03N – Mar 18
04N – Apr 15
05N – May 13
To successfully complete an online course, you need to make a
score of 70 or higher on the final exam. You’ll be awarded 2.4 CEU
for each successfully completed course. (CEUs are not awarded for
leisure courses.)
If you have any questions or concerns, call 703-323-3168.
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Introduction to Dreamweaver CS6 – ARTS 1673
Intermediate Dreamweaver CS6 – ARTS 1686
Creating jQuery Mobile Websites with Dreamweaver – ARTS 1674
NEW Introduction to InDesign CC – ARTS 1406
Intro to Illustrator CS6 – ARTS 1679
Introduction to Final Cut Pro X – ARTS 1687
Introduction to Adobe Edge Animate – ARTS 1677
Web & Computer Programming
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Mac, iPhone, & iPad Programming – ITEC 1427
Introduction to ASP.NET – ITEC 1789
Introduction to Ajax Programming – ITEC 1536
Introduction to Python 3 Programming – ITEC 1413
Introduction to Java Programming – ITEC 1993
Introduction to C# Programming – ITEC 1847
Introduction to JavaScript – ITEC 1469
Enroll online at
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
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Online Courses
Ed2go Online Courses
Basic Computer Literacy
Languages
• Computer Skills for the Workplace – ITEC 1940
• Keyboarding – ITEC 1947
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Computer Applications
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Introduction to Microsoft Word 2011 for Mac – ITEC 1903
Introduction to Microsoft Word 2010 – ITEC 1562
Intermediate Microsoft Word 2010 – ITEC 1573
NEW Intro to Microsoft Excel 2013 – ITEC 1491
NEW Intermediate Microsoft Excel 2013 – ITEC 1301
NEW Advanced MS Excel 2013 – ITEC 1302
Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2010 – ITEC 1551
Intermediate Microsoft Excel 2010 – ITEC 1409
Introduction to Microsoft Access 2010 – ITEC 1414
Intermediate Microsoft Access 2010 – ITEC 1421
Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint 2010 – ITEC 1411
Introduction to Microsoft Publisher 2010 – ITEC 1423
Introduction to Microsoft Project 2010 – ITEC 1567
Advanced PC Security – ITEC 1795
Introduction to PC Troubleshooting – ITEC 1943
Introduction to Networking – ITEC 1968
Intermediate Networking – ITEC 1969
Basic CompTIA® A+ Certification Prep – ITEC 1964 – $185
Intermediate CompTIA® A+ Certification Prep – ITEC 1965 – $185
Advanced CompTIA® A+ Certification Prep – ITEC 1966 – $185
CompTIA® Security+ Certification Prep 1 – ITEC 1785 – $185
CompTIA® Security+ Certification Prep 2 – ITEC 1422 – $185
CompTIA® Network+ Certification Prep – ITEC 1778 – $185
PMP® Certification Prep 1 – BUSC 1840 – $179
PMP® Certification Prep 2 – BUSC 1841 – $179
Digital Photography
Photoshop CC for the Digital Photographer – ARTS 1697
Photoshop CC for the Digital Photographer II – ARTS 1672
Photoshop CS6 for the Digital Photographer – ARTS 1668
Photoshop Elements 11 for the Digital Photographer – PHTG 1957
Secrets of Better Photography – PHTG 1530
Mastering Your Digital SLR Camera – PHTG 1960
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Annandale Campus | 703–323–3168
Business Writing
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Fundamentals of Technical Writing – COMM 1941
Grammar Refresher – COMM 1930
Writing Essentials – COMM 1995
Grant Writing & Nonprofit
Accounting
Certification/Certificate Prep
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Beginning Writer’s Workshop – COMM 1960
The Keys to Effective Editing – COMM 1934
Writing Young Adult Fiction – COMM 1820
Writing for Children – COMM 1910
• Start Your Own Small Business – BUSC 1604
• Start a Pet Sitting Business – BUSC 1586
• Introduction to Database Development – ITEC 1824
• Introduction to SQL – ITEC 1823
• Intermediate SQL – ITEC 1549
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Database Management
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• A to Z Grant Writing – COMM 1927
• NEW Advanced Grant Proposal Writing – COMM 1928
• Introduction to Nonprofit Management – BUSC 1843
PC Networking & Security
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Speed Spanish – SPAN 1507
Speed Spanish II – SPAN 1526
Grammar for ESL – ESLA 1918
Writing for ESL – ESLA 1821
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Accounting Fundamentals – ACCT 1521
Accounting Fundamentals II – ACCT 1531
NEW Intro to QuickBooks 2014 – ITEC 1490
Intro to QuickBooks 2013 – ITEC 1445
Intermediate QuickBooks 2013 – ITEC 1446
Performing Payroll in QuickBooks 2013 – ITEC 1447
Business & Management
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Administrative Assistant Fundamentals – BUSC 1705
Fundamentals of Supervision & Management – BUSC 1714
Project Management Fundamentals – BUSC 1767
NEW Project Management Applications – BUSC 1774
Test Prep
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GED Preparation – TEST 1905
Praxis I Preparation – TEST 1930
GMAT Preparation – TEST 1912
LSAT Preparation – Part 1 – TEST 1914
LSAT Preparation – Part 2 – TEST 1915
Loudoun Campus | 703–450–2551
Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
Online Courses
New UGotClass Online Courses
UGotClass Online Courses & Certificates
UGotClass courses generally run one or two months each, are available to you online 24/7, and most are offered 4 times per year. Online
learning tutorials are available the week before classes start. To see a complete list of courses and to get more information go to
www.yougotclass.org/catalog.cfm/Nvcc. Questions? Call 703-323-3168.
Entrepreneur Boot Camp
BUSC 1587 / 1.6 CEU / $195
01N – Feb 2 – 27 / 02N – Apr 6 – May 1
The Business Plan
BUSC 1540 / 1.6 CEU / $195
01N – Mar 2 – 27 / 02N – May 4 – 29
Entrepreneurial Marketing
BUSC 1455-01N / 1.6 CEU / $195
Apr 6 – May 1
Introduction to
Inbound Marketing
BUSC 1470 / 1.6 CEU / $195
01N – Feb 2 – 27 / 02N – Apr 6 – May 1
Improving E-mail
Promotions
BUSC 1456 / 1.6 CEU / $195
01N – Feb 2 – 27 / 02N – Apr 6 – May 1
Boosting Your
Website Traffic
BUSC 1457 / 1.6 CEU / $195
01N – Mar 2 – 27 / 02N – May 4 – 29
Facebook for Business
BUSC 1686 / 1.6 CEU / $245
01N – Mar 2 – 27 / 02N – May 4 – 29
Creating Cell Phone
Apps for Your Business
ITEC 1566 / 1.6 CEU / $245
01N – Mar 2 – 27 / 02N – May 4 – 29
Online Advertising
Funding Your Business
FINL 1930-01N / 1.6 CEU / $195
Apr 6 – May 1
Cyber Security for Managers
Social Media & Online
Tools for K-12 Teachers
EDUC 1827-01N / 1.6 CEU / $145
Apr 6 – May 1
ITEC 1439 / 1.6 CEU / $245
01N – Mar 2 – 27 / 02N – May 4 – 29
Generational Learning
Styles for K-12 Teachers
Podcasting
Practical Math for
the Workplace
EDUC 1828-01N / 1.6 CEU / $145
Apr 6 – May 1
COMM 1833 / 1.6 CEU / $245
01N – Feb 2 – 27 / 02N – Apr 6 – May 1
FINL 1918 / 1.6 CEU / $145
01N – Feb 2 – 27 / 02N – Apr 6 – May 1
Substitute Teacher
Preparation
Designing Successful
Webinars
Effective Copywriting
EDUC 1639-01N / 1.6 CEU / $145
Mar 2 – 27
BUSC 1458-01N / 1.6 CEU / $195
Apr 6 – May 1
BUSC 1685 / 1.6 CEU / $195
01N – Mar 2 – 27 / 02N – May 4 – 29
Managing & Marketing
Webinars
BUSC 1459-01N / 1.6 CEU / $195
Apr 6 – May 1
Accounting & Finance for
Non-Financial Managers
ACCT 1949 / 1.6 CEU / $195
01N – Feb 2 – 27 / 02N – Apr 6 – May 1
Conflict Management
BUSC 1920 / 2.4 CEU / $245
01N – Feb 2 – 27 / 02N – Apr 6 – May 1
COMM 1832 / 1.6 CEU / $195
01N – Mar 2 – 27 / 02N – May 4 – 29
Self-Publishing eBooks
Certificate in
Teaching Adults
COMM 1828 / 1.6 CEU / $195
01N – Mar 2 – 27 / 02N – May 4 – 29
EDUC 1971 / 3.2 CEU / $295
Feb 2 – Mar 27
Researching Public Records
Business Coaching
Certificate
LLRN 1720 / 1.6 CEU / $195
01N – Feb 2 – 27 / 02N – Apr 6 – May 1
Gender in the Classroom
EDUC 1829-01N / 1.6 CEU / $145
Mar 2 – 27
Online Learning & Teaching
for K-12 Teachers
EDUC 1830-01N / 1.6 CEU / $145
Mar 2 – 27
BUSC 1588 / 3.2 CEU / $395
01N – Feb 2 – Mar 27
02N – Apr 6 – May 29
LEED v4 Green Associate
Exam Prep & Study Group
ENVR 1951 / 3.2 CEU / $695
01N – Feb 2 – Mar 27
02N – Apr 6 – May 29
New UGotClass Online Courses
Graphic Design for
Visual Presentations
Program Evaluation
for Nonprofits
Make your visual presentations
look professional, and
communicate effectively. Get
the latest, most advanced
techniques including page
layout, typography and basic
graphic design considerations.
These skills can be used with any
presentation software program
that you choose.
Enhance your understanding
of program evaluation within
the nonprofit context. Find out
how to improve your evaluation
planning, data collection, data
analysis and use. Special attention
will be paid to real-world
challenges including staff time,
costs and reporting evaluation
results to funders.
ARTS 1411-01N / 1.6 CEU / $195
Apr 6 – May 1
BUSC 1492-01N / 1.6 CEU / $245
Apr 6 – May 1
Get Things Done
Research has proven that when
people have the opportunity to
do what they do best every day,
the effect on the individual, team,
and organizational performance
is powerful. A strengthsbased management approach
incorporates the latest research
on engagement and workplace
performance from the Gallup
organization.
BUSC 1493 / 1.6 CEU / $245
01N – Feb 2 – 27
02N – Apr 6 – May 1
Enroll online at
Female Bullying in
the Workplace
In recent years, the phenomenon
of females being bullied by other
females has been discussed in the
media, but little has been done to
combat or try to deal with the
problem. This course is designed
to not only help you understand
this growing issue, but also help
you to not become a victim or
perpetrator.
PSYC 1819 / 1.6 CEU / $195
01N – Feb 2 – 27
02N – Apr 6 – May 1
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Trades &
Industry
License Preparation
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Continuing Education
for Tradesmen – Online Courses 97
Construction & Building
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Trades98
Become a Certified Welder
Oil & Gas Industry Certification
Network Cabling
Wastewater Certification
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Annandale Campus | 703–323–3168
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Loudoun Campus | 703–450–2551
Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
License Preparation
Basic Contractor Licensing
Advanced Contractor Licensing
Fulfill your pre-licensing education required
by the VA Board for Contractors and DPOR.
This overview of the laws and regulations that
govern contractors practicing in Virginia will
help you take Parts 1 and 2 of the contractor’s
exams. It is recommended that you take
both the Basic and Advanced courses to
obtain full coverage of information that is
vital to run any type of contracting business.
The NASCLA book and Virginia Rules and
Regulations are allowed in the open-book A
and B exams.
Gain an advanced understanding of business
management subjects for contractor license
applicants to become successful in business
as well as in taking the A and/or B contractor
licensing exams. The course is helpful for
every contractor (Class A, B, or C), and will
help you take Parts 2 and 3 of the exams.
This course is recognized by the Dept. of
Professional and Occupational Regulation
(DPOR), Board for Contractors. The required
textbook is a resource for practicing in the
profession of contracting and allowed in the
open-book A and B exams.
Req. Textbook: NASCLA Contractors Guide to
Business, Law & Project Management, Virginia 8th
Ed.
Instructor: Jim Bateman, GMB, GRM
Basic & Advanced
Contractor Licensing
Save $50 by registering for both courses
(Mar or May) at the same time!
BLDG 1991 / 2.8 CEU / $698
»» 01M Manassas Campus
Sun & Sat, Mar 14 – 22
8 am – 5 pm
»» 02M Manassas Campus
Sun & Sat, May 2 – 10
8 am – 5 pm
Req. Textbook: See Basic course
Instructor: Jim Bateman, GMB, GRM
BLDG 1520 / 2.0 CEU / $499
BLDG 1513 / 0.8 CEU / $249
»» 01M Manassas Campus
Sun, Feb 8
8 am – 5 pm
»» 02M Manassas Campus
Sat, Mar 14
8 am – 5 pm
»» 03M Manassas Innovation Park
Sat, Apr 11
8 am – 5 pm
»» 04M Manassas Campus
Sat, May 2
8 am – 5 pm
»» 01M Manassas Campus
Sun & Sat, Mar 15 – 22
8 am – 5 pm
»» 02M Manassas Campus
Sun & Sat, May 3 – 10
8 am – 5 pm
Continuing Education
for Tradesmen –
Online Courses
Tradesmen are required to take a
pre-determined number of continuing
education hours as part of the licensing
process. Our courses are recognized
by DPOR and the Virginia Board for
Contractors.
I have a new understanding
of the contracting field—due
to our amazing instructor.
He was very professional
and helpful.
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Questions? Phone 703-257-6590.
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Gas Fitters:
Mechanical:
Plumbers:
ELEC 1924
GASF 1903
HVAC 1902
PLMB 1904
To register, visit:
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
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Trades & Industry
Construction & Building
Construction & Building
Trades
ONLINE
ONLINE
Become a Certified Welder
Construction Methods &
Materials
Print Reading for Construction
Trades – With Mobile
Tablet Computing
Learn to weld and be a certified welder! This
20-hour program, offered in partnership with
American Iron Works and taught by certified
welders, trains you in Oxy-fuel gas cutting
and shielded metal arc welding processes.
Topics include: safety; welding equipment,
materials and use; Oxy-fuel cutting, welding
and proper use of a grinder; shielded metal
arc welding. At the end of the program, you
will take a practical exam for designation as
a Certified Welder by the American Welding
Society. All materials are provided, including:
Welder’s hood and gloves, Welder’s fire
retardant jacket and practical exam. AIW
will assist graduates with job placement.
Prerequisite: Minimum age is 18, high school
degree or equivalent, speak and read English
at a high school level.
Explore the various types of materials used
in construction, along with the processes
required to assemble them into a modern
structure. We will focus on the basic materials
and methods used in building construction
and emphasize common construction systems
such as timber & light wood frames, masonry
bearing walls, steel frames, reinforced
concrete, finishes, exterior wall treatments,
door & window types, plus their installation
methods. This course is taught online using
Blackboard. Further information will be sent
with your registration confirmation. Online
prerequisite: A solid understanding of
general math or a construction math course.
Req. Textbooks: Construction Methods & Materials
textbook and Workbook Exercises
BLDG 1996 / 1.8 CEU / $219
»» 01W Woodbridge: Online
Mon, April 13 – May 18 6:30 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: Donald Thomas
Does your class have
a prerequisite
or a required
textbook?
Be sure to check the
class description
for this important
information!
This 18-hour online course is designed
as an introduction to basic print reading
for residential, light, and some heavy
commercial construction. Topics include:
working drawings and drawing concepts,
scale reading, construction math, plot plans,
foundation and floor plans, elevation and
sectional views, material and specification
analysis, symbols and abbreviations and
trade competency reviews. Learn how to
use a mobile tablet to review, update, create
punch-lists, send and markup drawings
electronically. A mobile tablet (Android or
iPad) is highly recommended for most feature
applications. This course is taught online
using Blackboard. Further information will
be sent with your registration confirmation.
Online prerequisite: A solid understanding
of general math or a construction math
course.
Instructors: American Iron Works Certified
Welders
WELD 1902 / 2.0CEU / $2,685 all inclusive
»» 01M American Iron Works, Chantilly
Sat, Jan 24 – Feb 7
9 am – 4:30 pm
Req. Textbook: Print Reading for Construction,
6th Ed.
»» 02M American Iron Works, Chantilly
Mon & Wed, Mar 2 – 23 6:30 – 9:30 pm
BLDG 1997 / 1.8 CEU / $219
»» 03M American Iron Works, Chantilly
Sat, Apr 11 – 25
9 am – 4:30 pm
»» 01W Woodbridge: Online
Mon, Mar 2 – April 6
6:30 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: Donald Thomas
»» 04M American Iron Works, Chantilly
Mon & Wed, May 11 – June 3
6:30 – 9:30 pm
(No class May 25)
Order your books
online:
nvcc.bncollege.com
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Alexandria Campus | 703–845–6280
Annandale Campus | 703–323–3168
Loudoun Campus | 703–450–2551
Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
Trades & Industry
Trades
Oil & Gas Industry Certification Training
Obtain two valuable industry certifications to open the door to your new highly-paid
and successful career. This 200-hour program includes an introduction to the petroleum
industry, industrial safety, and well control & drilling. These three courses (modules)
prepare you for a wide range of entry-level positions and lay a foundation for rapid career
advancement. Courses may be taken in any order. Tuition includes a detailed course
manual. Your instructor, Michael Jones, provides valuable job search assistance. Questions?
E-mail Pat Carrow pcarrow@nvcc.edu or Michael Jones wjones@nvcc.edu.
Intro to the Petroleum Industry
Well Control & Drilling
This 90-hour introductory course module
highlights the various aspects of the
petroleum industry, including history and
development, basic drilling equipment,
systems, and operations. This module
addresses a variety of petroleum technologies,
including exploration and drilling. Our
course and instructor are certified by
the International Association of Drilling
Contractors (IADC). Courses may be taken
individually and in any order. Tuition fee
includes a course manual.
This 45-hour course module provides
details on the practices and procedures
that are involved in drilling operations.
Topics include 30 CFR 250, Subpart O
and rig equipment and proper procedures
to successfully drill a well. This module
includes detailed instruction on performing
volume calculations, calculating hydrostatic
and formation pressures, and solving
problems in down-hole drilling operations.
Upon successful completion, you will earn
an International Association of Drilling
Contractors WellCAP Introductory
Certificate, required for all entry-level
workers in the drilling industry. Tuition fee
includes a course manual.
Instructor: Ward Michael Jones
HVEQ 1902 / 9.0 CEU / $1,500
»» 01W Marine Corps Base, Quantico
Mon – Fri, Feb 16 – Mar 11
»» 02W Marine Corps Base, Quantico
Mon – Fri, May 4 – 28
(No class May 25)
5 – 10 pm
5 – 10 pm
Industrial Safety
The focus of this 65-hour course module is
on petroleum industry safety guidelines and
state and federal regulations which require
industrial safety training. Topics include 29
CFR Part 1910 and 1926 standards such as
general safety practices, confined space entry,
emergency action, lock out/tag out, and
other work related subjects. Upon successful
completion, you will earn your Rig Pass
certification from the IADC. Tuition fee
includes a course manual.
Instructor: Ward Michael Jones
»» 02W Marine Corps Base, Quantico
Mon – Fri, Mar 23 – Apr 14
Construct, test, and troubleshoot copperbased systems that are the basis of today’s
networking, cable television, and satellite
communications systems. This course
provides you with the knowledge and
skills needed to become a certified entrylevel technician in the Network Cabling
industry. Learn proper tool use and
construction techniques, “Industry Standard”
termination and testing procedures, as well
as troubleshooting and repair methods
for copper-based cabling systems. Upon
completion, you will be certified as a Level
I technician in the copper cabling field and
receive a certificate of completion from
Leviton and Workforce Development.
Instructor: Jim Bateman
ITEC 1776 / 4.0 CEU / $1,399
»» 01M Manassas Campus
Sat & Sun, Feb 7, 21, 22, 28, Mar 7
8 am – 5 pm
»» 02M Manassas Campus
Sun & Sat, Apr 12, 18, 19, 25, 26
8 am – 5 pm
Instructor: Ward Michael Jones
HVEQ 1904 / 4.5 CEU / $750
»» 01W Marine Corps Base, Quantico
Mon – Fri, Feb 2 – 12
5 – 10 pm
»» 02W Marine Corps Base, Quantico
Mon – Fri, Apr 20 – 30 5 – 10 pm
ONLINE
Wastewater Certification
NOVA, in cooperation with the Virginia Department of Environmental
Quality (DEQ), offers two instructor-led wastewater operator licensure
preparatory courses delivered via Blackboard: Basic and Advanced
Wastewater Licensure Review.
Learn more about the Wastewater Program.
HVEQ 1903 / 6.5 CEU / $1,050
»» 01W Marine Corps Base, Quantico
Mon – Fri, Jan 6 – 29
(No class Jan 5 & 19)
Introduction to Network
Cabling: Copper-Based Systems
5 – 9 pm
Visit our website
www.nvcc.edu/wdce/alexandria/specialized/wastewater.asp
5 – 9 pm
Enroll online at
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
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American
Culture &
Language
Institute
English as a Second Language
NOVA’s American Culture & Language Institute
(ACLI) offers English as a Second Language (ESL)
to local residents and to students from all over
the world. ACLI is part of NOVA’s Workforce
Development Division. We offer classes at
all NOVA campuses and in some off-campus
locations in Northern Virginia. ACLI also offers
customized contract training in ESL for the work
environment and in the areas of cross-cultural
communication, multiculturalism, and diversity
awareness. For more information about our
programs and locations, visit
www.nvcc.edu/future-students/esl/acli.
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Part-Time Courses by Level
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Morning, Evening, Saturday
Specialty Courses
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TOEFL & Test Preparation, American Culture &
Business, Academic Readiness
Intensive English Program
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Annandale Campus | 703–323–3168
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Loudoun Campus | 703–450–2551
Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
Information for All ESL Students
New Students
Register at any of the following locations:
ESL Refund Policy
• Complete an application for admission
online at www.nvcc.edu (click on “Apply
Now”). Apply as a “non-credit” student.
You will receive a NOVA student ID
number (also called EMPLID).
Registration starts December 15.
You will receive a full refund if you cancel
your class within 7 days after the start date of
the first scheduled class session. No tuition
refunds will be made after these dates. All
refund requests must be made in writing
or in person. If your class is cancelled by
the college, a full refund will be issued.
All refunds are issued as checks from the
Commonwealth of Virginia and will be
mailed to the student’s current mailing
address. Refunds take approximately 2–4
weeks to be processed. Refund checks will
be made payable to the student, regardless of
who paid for the course. Failure to attend:
If you are not in class by the refund deadline
and have not contacted us, you may be
dropped from your class without a refund.
If you miss 20% of the class without ever
attending, you will be withdrawn without a
refund. Note: This refund policy applies to
ESLA courses only.
• Take the ACLI ESL placement test.
The test consists of a writing sample
and an oral interview. Tests are given
by appointment only. To make an
appointment, contact the campus of
your choice. See “ESL Registration
Information” for campus and ACLI office
locations.
• Bring a photo ID and your NOVA student
ID number (EMPLID) to the ACLI office
when you come for testing.
Alexandria Campus
Bisdorf Building, Room AA 230
5000 Dawes Avenue
Alexandria, VA 22311
703-845-6329
AL-ACLI@nvcc.edu
Registration starts December 8.
Annandale Campus
Student Services Building, Room CA 114
8333 Little River Turnpike
Annandale, VA 22003
703-323-3323
AN-ACLI@nvcc.edu
Registration starts December 4.
• Register for classes after you have
completed the test. You will receive your
ACLI placement level and ESL course
information. Please keep the test results
for reference. Test results can be used at all
ACLI locations.
Loudoun Campus
Signal Hill Building, 3rd floor
(off-campus location)
21335 Signal Hill Plaza
Sterling, VA 20164
703-450-2597
LO-ACLI@nvcc.edu
Returning Students
Registration starts December 4.
Register for any class at your level. Talk to
an ACLI staff member if you have questions
about the best class for you. (See ESL
Registration Information.)
Manassas Campus
Parrish Hall, Room MP 204
6901 Sudley Road
Manassas, VA 20109
703-257-6536
MA-ACLI@nvcc.edu
ESL Prerequisites
Prerequisites indicate the preparation and/
or background necessary to undertake a
course. You are expected to meet prerequisites
for most ACLI courses prior to registering.
It is your responsibility to check for any
prerequisites. You may be withdrawn or
switched to another course if you register
without meeting the necessary prerequisites.
ESL Registration Information
Register early because classes fill quickly!
You may register for classes any time before
they begin. Classes are filled on a first-come,
first-served basis. Enrollment depends upon
space availability, so register early to avoid
being disappointed. Payment is due at the
time of registration. For information on
payment options, see page 115.
Woodbridge Campus
Seefeldt Building, Room 226
15200 Neabsco Mills Road
Woodbridge, VA 22191
703-878-5770
WO-ACLI@nvcc.edu
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Questions about
how to apply for an
F–1 student visa?
Call 703-323-3423 or visit
www.nvcc.edu/international
Books are required for most classes and can
be purchased at the campus bookstore where
your course is scheduled. Also, you may
purchase your textbooks online at:
nvcc.bncollege.com. Please keep your receipt.
Books are subject to change. For bookstore
locations, see information on page 113.
Parking Information
Registration starts December 4.
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Textbooks
Parking on all NOVA campuses is free on
weekends and weekdays after 4 pm in B lots
only. All other times you must have a valid
parking permit. You may park at parking
meters ($2 per hour) or in parking garages, or
you can purchase a semester parking permit
for $80 online at http://parking.nvcc.edu,
or directly from the Parking Services Office
for $90 on any campus. No parking permits
are needed at off-campus locations. See
information on page 113.
ESL Classrooms & Locations
Classrooms and locations are subject to
change. Please check your class schedule
or registration confirmation for classroom
information. See information on page 112.
Enroll online at
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
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American Culture & Language Institute
Part-Time ESL Courses by Level
Part-Time ESL Courses by Level
Introductory Level Courses
Low Beginning Level Courses
Prerequisite: ACLI placement test results or equivalent.
Prerequisite: Completion of Intro Level courses,
ACLI placement test results, or equivalent.
NEW
Reading & Writing – Intro
Intro to English
This course focuses on building and
improving English grammar, writing skills
and vocabulary. The reading activities focus
on speed, comprehension, and critical
thinking skills. Students become more
confident writing in English.
This course is intended for students with
limited English language skills. It will help
them build a practical English vocabulary
and develop vocabulary acquisition skills.
Students will work with a picture dictionary
and focus on different themes that will help
them in daily life. This class will help students
understand and use the language by giving
them the opportunity to practice using new
vocabulary in conversation and writing.
»» Loudoun, Potomac Falls HS
Tue & Thu, Feb 3 – May 5
7 – 9:30 pm
ESLA 1700-01L
6.0 CEU
$430
»» Woodbridge, Freedom HS
Tue & Thu, Feb 3 – May 5
7 – 9:30 pm
ESLA 1700-01W
6.0 CEU
$430
Speaking & Listening – Intro
This course focuses on everyday listening
and speaking skills to build and improve
vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation.
Activities include speaking and listening in
class, working in small groups, and roleplaying.
»» Alexandria Campus
Tue & Thu, Jan 27 – May 14
ESLA 1730-01A
6.0 CEU
»» Alexandria Campus
Tue & Thu, Jan 27 – May 14 10:15 am – 12:15 pm
ESLA 1750-01A
6.0 CEU
$430
»» Alexandria Campus
Tue & Thu, Jan 27 – May 14
ESLA 1731-01A
6.0 CEU
»» Manassas Innovation Park
Tue & Thu, Feb 3 – Apr 30
7 – 9:30 pm
ESLA 1750-01M
6.0 CEU
$430
Mon & Wed, Feb 2 – Apr 29
6:30 – 9 pm
ESLA 1731-02A
6.0 CEU
$430
Grammar & Conversation – Intro
»» Manassas Innovation Park
Tue & Thu, Feb 3 – Apr 30
9 – 11:30 am
ESLA 1730-01M
6.0 CEU
$430
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Alexandria Campus | 703–845–6280
Annandale Campus | 703–323–3168
8 – 10 am
$430
»» Annandale Campus
Wed & Fri, Jan 30 – May 13
9:20 – 11:40 am
ESLA 1731-01N
6.0 CEU
$430
Speak English with more confidence! In
this course, students will actively practice
grammar structures to improve fluency
and increase confidence in their everyday
conversation skills. Grammar rules will be
discussed as part of in-class conversations
with additional grammar presentations.
Mon & Wed, Jan 28 – May 13
7 – 9:20 pm
ESLA 1731-02N
6.0 CEU
$430
»» Loudoun, Potomac Falls HS
Tue & Thu, Apr 7 – May 28
7 – 9:30 pm
ESLA 1601-21L
4.0 CEU
$380
»» Manassas Innovation Park
Tue & Thu, Feb 3 – Apr 30
9 – 11:30 am
ESLA 1731-01M
6.0 CEU
$430
»» Loudoun, Signal Hill
Sat, Jan 31 – May 16
9 am – 1 pm
ESLA 1731-02L
6.0 CEU
$430
»» Loudoun, Potomac Falls HS
Tue & Thu, Feb 3 – May 5
7 – 9:30 pm
ESLA 1731-01L
6.0 CEU
$430
»» Woodbridge Campus
Sat, Jan 31 – May 16
9 am – 1 pm
ESLA 1731-01W
6.0 CEU
$430
Mon & Wed, Feb 2 – Apr 29
6:30 – 9 pm
ESLA 1730-02A
6.0 CEU
$430
Mon & Wed, Jan 28 – May 13
7 – 9:20 pm
ESLA 1730-02N
6.0 CEU
$430
This course focuses on everyday listening
and speaking skills to build and improve
vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation.
Activities include speaking and listening in
class, working in small groups, and roleplaying.
Tue & Thu, Feb 3 – Apr 30
6:30 – 9 pm
ESLA 1750-02A
6.0 CEU
$430
8 – 10 am
$430
»» Annandale Campus
Wed & Fri, Jan 30 – May 13
9:20 – 11:40 am
ESLA 1730-01N
6.0 CEU
$430
Speaking & Listening –
Low Beginning
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Loudoun Campus | 703–450–2551
Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
Part-Time ESL Courses by Level
Reading & Writing –
Low Beginning
American Culture & Language Institute
Beginning Level Courses
This course focuses on building and
improving English grammar, writing skills
and vocabulary. The reading activities focus
on speed, comprehension, and critical
thinking skills. Students become more
confident writing in English.
»» Alexandria Campus
Tue & Thu, Jan 27 – May 14 10:15 am – 12:15 pm
ESLA 1751-01A
6.0 CEU
$430
Tue & Thu, Feb 3 – Apr 30
6:30 – 9 pm
ESLA 1751-02A
6.0 CEU
$430
»» Annandale Campus
Tue & Thu, Jan 29 – May 12
9:20 – 11:40 am
ESLA 1751-01N
6.0 CEU
$430
»» Loudoun, Reston Center
Mon & Wed, Feb 2 – May 4
9:30 am – 12 pm
ESLA 1751-02L
6.0 CEU
$430
»» Loudoun, Potomac Falls HS
Mon & Wed, Feb 2 – May 6
7 – 9:30 pm
ESLA 1751-01L
6.0 CEU
$430
»» Manassas Innovation Park
Tue & Thu, Feb 3 – Apr 30
7 – 9:30 pm
ESLA 1751-01M
6.0 CEU
$430
»» Woodbridge, Freedom HS
Tue & Thu, Feb 3 – May 5
7 – 9:30 pm
ESLA 1751-01W
6.0 CEU
$430
Grammar & Conversation –
Low Beginning
Speak English with more confidence! In
this course, students will actively practice
grammar structures to improve fluency
and increase confidence in their everyday
conversation skills. Grammar rules will be
discussed as part of in-class conversations
with additional grammar presentations.
Prerequisite: Completion of Low Beginning Level courses, ACLI placement test results, or
equivalent.
Speaking & Listening –
Beginning
Reading & Writing – Beginning
This course focuses on everyday listening
and speaking skills to build and improve
vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation.
Activities include speaking and listening in
class, working in small groups, and roleplaying.
»» Alexandria Campus
Tue & Thu, Jan 27 – May 14
ESLA 1732/42-01A
6.0 CEU
8 – 10 am
$430
Mon & Wed, Feb 2 – Apr 29
6:30 – 9 pm
ESLA 1732/42-02A
6.0 CEU
$430
»» Annandale Campus
Wed & Fri, Jan 30 – May 13
9:20 – 11:40 am
ESLA 1732/42-01N
6.0 CEU
$430
Mon & Wed, Jan 28 – May 13
7 – 9:20 pm
ESLA 1732/42-02N
6.0 CEU
$430
»» Loudoun, Signal Hill
Sat, Jan 31 – May 16
9 am – 1 pm
ESLA 1732/42-02L
6.0 CEU
$430
»» Loudoun, Potomac Falls HS
Tue & Thu, Feb 3 – May 5
7 – 9:30 pm
ESLA 1732/42-01L
6.0 CEU
$430
»» Manassas Innovation Park
Tue & Thu, Feb 3 – Apr 30
9 – 11:30 am
ESLA 1732/42-01M
6.0 CEU
$430
»» Woodbridge Campus
Sat, Jan 31 – May 16
9 am – 1 pm
ESLA 1732/42-01W
6.0 CEU
$430
»» Loudoun, Potomac Falls HS
Tue & Thu, Apr 7 – May 28
7 – 9:30 pm
ESLA 1601-21L
4.0 CEU
$380
Register early
because classes fill quickly.
Enroll today!
This course focuses on building and
improving English grammar, writing skills
and vocabulary. The reading activities focus
on speed, comprehension, and critical
thinking skills. Students become more
confident writing in English.
»» Alexandria Campus
Tue & Thu, Jan 27 – May 14 10:15 am – 12:15 pm
ESLA 1752/62-01A
6.0 CEU
$430
Tue & Thu, Feb 3 – Apr 30
6:30 – 9 pm
ESLA 1752/62-02A
6.0 CEU
$430
Sat, Jan 24 – May 9
8:30 am – 1 pm
ESLA 1752/62-03A
6.0 CEU
$430
»» Annandale Campus
Tue & Thu, Jan 29 – May 12
9:20 – 11:40 am
ESLA 1752/62-01N
6.0 CEU
$430
Tue & Thu, Jan 29 – May 12
7 – 9:20 pm
ESLA 1752/62-02N
6.0 CEU
$430
»» Loudoun, Reston Center
Mon & Wed, Feb 2 – May 4
9:30 am – 12 pm
ESLA 1752/62-02L
6.0 CEU
$430
»» Loudoun, Potomac Falls HS
Mon & Wed, Feb 2 – May 6
7 – 9:30 pm
ESLA 1752/62-01L
6.0 CEU
$430
»» Manassas Innovation Park
Tue & Thu, Feb 3 – Apr 30
7 – 9:30 pm
ESLA 1752/62-01M
6.0 CEU
$430
Sat, Jan 24 – May 30
9 am – 12:20 pm
ESLA 1752/62-02M
6.0 CEU
$430
»» Woodbridge, Freedom HS
Tue & Thu, Feb 3 – May 5
7 – 9:30 pm
ESLA 1752/62-01W
6.0 CEU
$430
Grammar & Conversation –
Beginning
Speak English with more confidence! In
this course, students will actively practice
grammar structures to improve fluency
and increase confidence in their everyday
conversation skills. Grammar rules will be
discussed as part of in-class conversations
with additional grammar presentations.
»» Loudoun, Potomac Falls HS
Tue & Thu, Apr 7 – May 28
7 – 9:30 pm
ESLA 1602-21L
4.0 CEU
$380
Enroll online at
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
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American Culture & Language Institute
Part-Time ESL Courses by Level
High Beginning Level Courses
Prerequisite: Completion of Beginning Level courses, ACLI placement test results, or equivalent.
Speaking & Listening –
High Beginning
Reading & Writing –
High Beginning
Grammar & Conversation –
High Beginning
This course focuses on everyday listening
and speaking skills to build and improve
vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation.
Activities include speaking and listening in
class, working in small groups, and roleplaying.
This course focuses on building and
improving English grammar, writing skills
and vocabulary. The reading activities focus
on speed, comprehension, and critical
thinking skills. Students become more
confident writing in English.
»» Alexandria Campus
Tue & Thu, Jan 27 – May 14
ESLA 1733/43-01A
6.0 CEU
8 – 10 am
$430
»» Alexandria Campus
Tue & Thu, Jan 27 – May 14 10:15 am – 12:15 pm
ESLA 1753/63-01A
6.0 CEU
$430
Speak English with more confidence! In
this course, students will actively practice
grammar structures to improve fluency
and increase confidence in their everyday
conversation skills. Grammar rules will be
discussed as part of in-class conversations
with additional grammar presentations.
Mon & Wed, Feb 2 – Apr 29
6:30 – 9 pm
ESLA 1733/43-02A
6.0 CEU
$430
Tue & Thu, Feb 3 – Apr 30
6:30 – 9 pm
ESLA 1753/63-02A
6.0 CEU
$430
»» Annandale Campus
Wed & Fri, Jan 30 – May 13 11:50 am – 2:10 pm
ESLA 1733/43-01N
6.0 CEU
$430
Sat, Jan 24 – May 9
8:30 am – 1 pm
ESLA 1753/63-03A
6.0 CEU
$430
Mon & Wed, Jan 28 – May 13
7 – 9:20 pm
ESLA 1733/43-02N
6.0 CEU
$430
»» Loudoun, Signal Hill
Sat, Jan 31 – May 16
9 am – 1 pm
ESLA 1733/43-02L
6.0 CEU
$430
»» Loudoun, Potomac Falls HS
Tue & Thu, Feb 3 – May 5
7 – 9:30 pm
ESLA 1733/43-01L
6.0 CEU
$430
»» Manassas Innovation Park
Tue & Thu, Feb 3 – Apr 30
9 – 11:30 am
ESLA 1733/43-01M
6.0 CEU
$430
»» Woodbridge Campus
Sat, Jan 31 – May 16
9 am – 1 pm
ESLA 1733/43-01W
6.0 CEU
$430
104
Tue & Thu, Jan 29 – May 12
7 – 9:20 pm
ESLA 1753/63-02N
6.0 CEU
$430
»» Loudoun, Reston Center
Mon & Wed, Feb 2 – May 4
9:30 am – 12 pm
ESLA 1753/63-02L
6.0 CEU
$430
»» Loudoun, Potomac Falls HS
Mon & Wed, Feb 2 – May 6
7 – 9:30 pm
ESLA 1753/63-01L
6.0 CEU
$430
News for You
This course is intended for high beginning
students to help them develop reading and
conversation skills. Students will read an ESL
newspaper and discuss local, national and
world news. The course will help students
build better vocabulary, improve reading skills
and express their opinions in English.
»» Woodbridge Campus
Mon – Thu, Jan 26 – Apr 14 11:15 am – 12:15 pm
ESLA 1793–01W
4.0 CEU
$380
»» Manassas Innovation Park
Tue & Thu, Feb 3 – Apr 30
7 – 9:30 pm
ESLA 1753/63-01M
6.0 CEU
$430
Sat, Jan 24 – May 30
9 am – 12:20 pm
ESLA 1753/63-02M
6.0 CEU
$430
»» Woodbridge, Freedom HS
Tue & Thu, Feb 3 – May 5
7 – 9:30 pm
ESLA 1753/63-01W
6.0 CEU
$430
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»» Annandale Campus
Tue & Thu, Jan 29 – May 12 11:50 am – 2:10 pm
ESLA 1753/63-01N
6.0 CEU
$430
»» Loudoun, Potomac Falls HS
Tue & Thu, Apr 7 – May 28
7 – 9:30 pm
ESLA 1603-21L
4.0 CEU
$380
Everything in this class was really good. I learned
many things about American culture, language,
and other cultures around the world. The teacher
is a great person and a great teacher.
Alexandria Campus | 703–845–6280
Annandale Campus | 703–323–3168
ESL student
Loudoun Campus | 703–450–2551
Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
Part-Time ESL Courses by Level
American Culture & Language Institute
Low Intermediate Level Courses
Prerequisite: Completion of High Beginning Level courses, ACLI placement test results, or equivalent.
Speaking & Listening –
Low Intermediate
Reading & Writing –
Low Intermediate
Grammar & Conversation –
Low Intermediate
This course focuses on everyday listening
and speaking skills to build and improve
vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation.
Activities include speaking and listening in
class, working in small groups, and roleplaying.
This course focuses on building and
improving English grammar, writing skills
and vocabulary. The reading activities focus
on speed, comprehension, and critical
thinking skills. Students become more
confident writing in English.
»» Alexandria Campus
Tue & Thu, Jan 27 – May 14
ESLA 1734/44-01A
6.0 CEU
8 – 10 am
$430
»» Alexandria Campus
Tue & Thu, Jan 27 – May 14 10:15 am – 12:15 pm
ESLA 1754/64-01A
6.0 CEU
$430
Speak English with more confidence! In
this course, students will actively practice
grammar structures to improve fluency
and increase confidence in their everyday
conversation skills. Grammar rules will be
discussed as part of in-class conversations
with additional grammar presentations.
Mon & Wed, Feb 2 – Apr 29
6:30 – 9 pm
ESLA 1734/44-02A
6.0 CEU
$430
Tue & Thu, Feb 3 – Apr 30
6:30 – 9 pm
ESLA 1754/64-02A
6.0 CEU
$430
»» Annandale Campus
Wed & Fri, Jan 30 – May 13 11:50 am – 2:10 pm
ESLA 1734/44-01N
6.0 CEU
$430
Sat, Jan 24 – May 9
8:30 am – 1 pm
ESLA 1754/64-03A
6.0 CEU
$430
Mon & Wed, Jan 28 – May 13
7 – 9:20 pm
ESLA 1734/44-02N
6.0 CEU
$430
»» Loudoun, Reston Center
Mon & Wed, Feb 2 – May 4
9:30 am – 12 pm
ESLA 1754/64-02L
6.0 CEU
$430
»» Loudoun, Signal Hill
Sat, Jan 31 – May 16
9 am – 1 pm
ESLA 1734/44-02L
6.0 CEU
$430
»» Loudoun, Potomac Falls HS
Mon & Wed, Feb 2 – May 6
7 – 9:30 pm
ESLA 1754/64-01L
6.0 CEU
$430
»» Loudoun, Potomac Falls HS
Tue & Thu, Feb 3 – May 5
7 – 9:30 pm
ESLA 1734/44-01L
6.0 CEU
$430
»» Manassas Innovation Park
Tue & Thu, Feb 3 – Apr 30
7 – 9:30 pm
ESLA 1754/64-01M
6.0 CEU
$430
»» Manassas Innovation Park
Tue & Thu, Feb 3 – Apr 30
9 – 11:30 am
ESLA 1734/44-01M
6.0 CEU
$430
Sat, Jan 24 – May 30
9 am – 12:20 pm
ESLA 1753/64-02M
6.0 CEU
$430
»» Woodbridge Campus
Sat, Jan 31 – May 16
9 am – 1 pm
ESLA 1734/44-01W
6.0 CEU
$430
»» Woodbridge, Freedom HS
Tue & Thu, Feb 3 – May 5
7 – 9:30 pm
ESLA 1754/64-01W
6.0 CEU
$430
Most courses fulfill the
academic requirement of
J–1 visa holders (Au Pairs).
6.0 credits = 8.0 CEU
or a total of 80
instructional hours.
NEW
Writing Through Reading
Students will read different types of fiction
and non-fiction text and practice their English
skills by writing summaries, responses and
personal reflections based on the readings.
Students will improve their reading, writing,
and vocabulary skills.
»» Annandale Campus
Tue & Thu, Jan 29 – May 12 11:50 am – 2:10 pm
ESLA 1813-01N
6.0 CEU
$430
Tue & Thu, Jan 29 – May 12
7 – 9:20 pm
ESLA 1813-02N
6.0 CEU
$430
Reading & Discussing News
More Focus on Grammar
Attention Au Pairs!
»» Loudoun, Potomac Falls HS
Tue & Thu, Apr 7 – May 28
7 – 9:30 pm
ESLA 1604-21L
4.0 CEU
$380
This course provides low intermediate level
students the opportunity to review and
practice complex rules of grammar. It will
enable students to communicate their ideas
clearly in both spoken and written English.
»» Alexandria Campus
Mon, Wed, Fri, Jan 26 – Apr 15 10:15 – 11:30 am
ESLA 1818-01A
4.0 CEU
$430
This course is intended for low intermediate
– intermediate level students to help them
develop reading and conversation skills.
Students will read newspapers and discuss
local, national and world news. The course
will help students build better vocabulary,
improve reading skills and express their
opinions in English.
»» Manassas Campus
Mon, Wed, Fri, Jan 26 – Apr 15
12:30 – 1:45 pm
ESLA 1793-01M
4.0 CEU
$380
Enroll online at
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
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American Culture & Language Institute
Specialty Courses
Specialty Courses
Intermediate Level Courses
Prerequisite: Completion of Low Intermediate
Level courses, ACLI placement test results, or
equivalent.
Intermediate Oral
Communication
This course introduces academic vocabulary
and develops listening and note-taking
skills. This class is a good option for students
who wish to pursue a college degree or the
equivalent.
»» Loudoun, Signal Hill
Tue & Thu, Feb 3 – Apr 30
7 – 9:30 pm
ESLA 1934-01L
6.0 CEU
$430
Intermediate Reading &
Composition
This course develops essay structure and
introduces research processes essential for
college readiness. It focuses on reading
accuracy and speed skills. This class is a good
option for students who wish to pursue a
college degree or the equivalent.
»» Loudoun, Reston Center
Mon & Wed, Feb 2 – May 4
9:30 am – 12 pm
ESLA 1911-01L
6.0 CEU
$430
»» Woodbridge, Freedom HS
Tue & Thu, Feb 3 – May 5
7 – 9:30 pm
ESLA 1911-01W
6.0 CEU
$430
Intermediate/Advanced
Grammar
This course offers intermediate and advanced
level students a review of important
grammatical forms specific to the English
language particularly troublesome to nonnative speakers. It includes a review of all
tenses, the use of irregular plurals, and mixed
constructions.
TOEFL & Test Preparation Courses
Introduction to TOEFL
Writing for the TOEFL
This overview course is designed for low
intermediate students who want to improve
their grammar, reading, listening, and testtaking skills. The course introduces them to
all aspects of the TOEFL exam but focuses on
vocabulary, reading, and grammar skills, as
well as test-taking strategies.
This course will prepare students to write an
essay on a given topic within a set time period
and to write a summary or a response to a
text or listening passage. Strategies for doing
well on timed writing tests will be covered,
including developing an outline and a thesis,
time management, and essay revision. The
course will also cover several other aspects
of writing, such as advanced grammar and
vocabulary, proper use of transitions, and
complex sentence structure. This course
would be helpful for any intermediate to
advanced level student looking to improve
their writing.
»» Alexandria Campus
Mon, Wed, Fri, Jan 26 – Apr 15 10:15 – 11:30 am
ESLA 1844-01A
4.0 CEU
$395
»» Manassas Campus
Mon, Wed, Fri, Jan 26 – Apr 15
12:30 – 1:45 pm
ESLA 1844-01M
4.0 CEU
$395
TOEFL Preparation
This course provides intermediate and
advanced level students with the necessary
skills and strategies for successful test-taking.
It covers all aspects of the TOEFL exam,
providing review and practice in grammar,
reading, writing, listening, and speaking
skills for academic purposes. This course is
for students pursuing college entrance or the
equivalent.
»» Arlington Center (register at Alexandria)
Mon, Wed, Fri, Jan 26 – Apr 15
12:30 – 1:45 pm
ESLA 1944-03A
4.0 CEU
$395
»» Annandale Campus
Mon & Wed, Jan 28 – May 13
9:20 – 11:40 am
ESLA 1944-01N
6.0 CEU
$475
Sat, Jan 31 – May 9
9:45 am – 2:20 pm
ESLA 1944-02N
6.0 CEU
$475
»» Loudoun, Signal Hill
Mon & Wed, Feb 2 – Apr 20
7 – 9:30 pm
ESLA 1944-01L
5.0 CEU
$455
»» Loudoun, Signal Hill
Mon – Thu, Jan 26 – Apr 16 11:15 am – 12:15 pm
ESLA 1917-01L
4.0 CEU
$380
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Alexandria Campus | 703–845–6280
Annandale Campus | 703–323–3168
»» Annandale Campus
Fri, Jan 23 – May 8
10 am – 2:20 pm
ESLA 1945-01N
6.0 CEU
$475
Tue & Thu, Jan 29 – May 12
7 – 9:20 pm
ESLA 1945-02N
6.0 CEU
$475
Speaking & Listening
for the TOEFL
This course prepares students for the speaking
and listening sections of the TOEFL test.
Students will practice spoken responses
to test questions and oral summaries of
listening passages, as well as answer written
questions about listening passages. Students
will also work on identifying main ideas
and supporting points in a listening passage.
This course is intended for intermediate to
advanced level students who would like either
to prepare for the test or to simply improve
their speaking and listening ability.
»» Annandale Campus
Mon & Wed, Jan 28 – May 13
7:30 – 8:55 pm
ESLA 1902-02N
4.0 CEU
$395
Fri & Sat, Mar 20 – Apr 4
10 am – 1:40 pm
ESLA 1902-01N
2.0 CEU
$195
Loudoun Campus | 703–450–2551
Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
Specialty Courses
American Culture & Language Institute
TOEFL Mini–Workshop
ACLI now has a new format for the popular
TOEFL preparation course. It will be
offered as a mini-workshop for students
who are too busy to take classes lasting the
whole semester. Students will meet for two
intensive sessions and will receive individual
feedback on submitted work. Students will
need to have regular access to a computer
with the ability to play audio recordings and
install software that comes with the course
textbook.
Accuplacer 360 Online
• D
evelop the skills to get a higher
Accuplacer score with this 4-week
online course.
• Learn from the comfort of your home.
• Includes instructional videos, practice
exams, discussion boards and online resources.
• Start anytime!
Talk to an ESL staff member about how
to register.
• Recommended for students at the
High Beginning level and above.
Course description: The TOEFL Miniworkshop is an overview of the test and
its components, strategies for answering
reading, writing, and listening questions,
strategies for writing timed TOEFL essays
and TOEFL integrated essays, and finally
suggestions on resources for further study.
The course will include some practice with
real TOEFL passages and one essay score
for each type of essay. This workshop is
appropriate for students who are new to
the TOEFL and for those students who
feel ready to take the TOEFL but want to
get the highest scores possible. (Level: Low
Intermediate – Advanced)
Intro to American Culture
NEW & Online
»» Alexandria Campus
Sat, Mar 21 & 28
ESLA 1944-01A
9:30 am – 3 pm
1.0 CEU
$115
This course forms the basis for understanding
America, its way of life, and its cultural
heritage.
Idioms in the American
Workplace
Sat, Apr 4 & 11
ESLA 1944-02A
9:30 am – 3 pm
1.0 CEU
$115
»» Annandale Campus
Sat, Feb 21 & Mar 7
ESLA 1944-11N
9:30 am – 3 pm
1.0 CEU
$115
»» Loudoun, Signal Hill
Call 703-450-2597 for dates
ESLA 1944-02L
1.0 CEU
$115
»» ESLA 1798–01A
1.0 CEU
$99
American Culture & Business Courses
In this course, intermediate level students
will be exposed to real-life language in which
idioms are freely used and can be studied
in context. A wide range of activities and
exercises will ensure that students hear,
read, and use the idioms in interesting and
engaging ways.
This course is designed to introduce
intermediate level students to idioms in the
American workplace. It is very important for
any employee to be able to understand and
use commonly spoken phrases or idioms to
avoid sounding too formal to their workplace
colleagues or supervisors. In this online
class, you will learn how to use the most
common workplace idioms whether you
hear them in conversation or see them in
writing. Class meets online on Blackboard
every other week (see schedule below). Selfstudy work is assigned for alternating weeks
(2 hours per week). Required: High-speed
internet connection, webcam, speakers and/
or headset, and microphone. (Recommended
levels: intermediate – advanced)
»» Loudoun, Signal Hill
Mon – Thu, Jan 26 – Apr 16 11:15 am – 12:15 pm
ESLA 1831-01L
4.0 CEU
$380
»» Online
Wed, Feb 4, 18, Mar 4, & 18
ESLA 1874-01L
1.0 CEU
7 – 8 pm
$99
Wed, Apr 1, 15, 29, & May 13
ESLA 1874-02L
1.0 CEU
7 – 8 pm
$99
»» Annandale Campus
Wed & Fri, Jan 30 – May 13 11:50 am – 2:10 pm
ESLA 1953-01N
6.0 CEU
$475
»» Manassas Campus
Mon, Wed, Fri, Jan 26 – Apr 15
12:30 – 1:45 pm
ESLA 1953-01M
4.0 CEU
$380
Idioms in American Life
Enroll online at
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
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American Culture & Language Institute
Specialty Courses
Business Communication
Intro to Public Speaking
This course helps students address problems
encountered in the business world. Students
will learn about common business practices
and how to write business memos, e-mails,
letters, resumes, summaries and reports.
They will participate in listening activities;
will practice telephone calls, interviews,
negotiations and meetings; and will also
prepare and deliver presentations. This course
will focus on oral communication skills, but
will also include writing assignments. Course
topics may vary by location and instructional
hours offered. (Recommended levels:
intermediate – advanced)
This course provides intermediate to
advanced level students with the skills needed
to deliver formal and informal presentations.
Students learn how to research, organize,
and prepare presentations that will inform
and persuade an audience. Topics include
developing platform skills (body language,
eye contact, voice projection), and delivering
clear, concise, and relevant messages.
»» Annandale Campus
Tue & Thu, Jan 29 – May 12
9:20 – 11:40 am
ESLA 1943-01N
6.0 CEU
$475
»» Annandale Campus
Wed & Fri, Jan 30 – May 15
10 – 11:25 am
ESLA 1829-01N
4.0 CEU
$395
»» Annandale Campus
Mon, Tue, Thu, Jan 29 – May 11 12:40 – 2:10 pm
ESLA 1857-01N
6.0 CEU
$475
Creative Writing
Tue & Thu, Jan 29 – May 12
5 – 7:20 pm
ESLA 1857-02N
6.0 CEU
$475
This is a comprehensive writing/reading
course that polishes fundamental writing
skills required for most frequent business
correspondence: memos, summaries,
business letters, business reports and
e-mail. The course will also focus on
refining writing styles, developing more
sophisticated vocabulary and a review of
advanced grammar issues common to the
professional environment. Intermediate to
advanced level students will learn to write
clear and correct documents that address
business and professional objectives in less
time. (Recommended levels: intermediate –
advanced)
»» Alexandria Campus
Mon & Wed, Feb 2 – Apr 15
ESLA 1922-01A
4.0 CEU
»» Annandale Campus
Mon & Wed, Jan 28 – May 13 11:50 am – 2:10 pm
ESLA 1776-01N
6.0 CEU
$475
Business Writing
7 – 9 pm
$395
This course has been designed for
intermediate to advanced level students who
want to improve their oral communication,
writing and vocabulary skills by discussing
and writing about current topics and world
events. This class focuses on teaching
students to analyze and express opinions with
advanced language skills. Students will work
with American news broadcasts and print
media. No textbook is required.
Mon & Wed, Jan 28 – May 13
6:35 – 8 pm
ESLA 1829-02N
4.0 CEU
$395
Students in this course will experiment
with different genres of non-academic
writing: personal narratives, travel writing,
journalism, retelling of tales from their native
countries, poetry, and fiction. Through the
assigned readings, students will be exposed
to a range of creative fiction and nonfiction
and their varying voices, writing styles,
and organization. The course includes
reading assignments and writing exercises
as well as working on individual creative
writing projects. Assignments are designed
to encourage the creation and revision of
drafts, working toward a portfolio of polished
material at the end of the semester. The
objective of the course is to improve students’
grammar, vocabulary and confidence while
expressing their thoughts and ideas in
written English. (Recommended levels: low
intermediate – advanced)
Tue & Thu, Jan 29 – May 12
7 – 9:20 pm
ESLA 1943-02N
6.0 CEU
$475
Contemporary Issues &
Current Events
»» Annandale Campus
Mon & Wed, Jan 28 – May 13
7 – 9:20 pm
ESLA 1922-01N
6.0 CEU
$475
Sat, Jan 31 – May 9 9:30 am – 11:50 am
ESLA 1857-03N
3.0 CEU
$275
Social Themes in American Film
This course is designed to help students
at the high beginning to low intermediate
levels better understand American films in
their historic and cultural context. Films
will be viewed in class, with accompanying
exercises to improve listening comprehension,
vocabulary, and cultural understanding.
Topics will include American family life,
gender roles and relationships, race relations,
attitudes toward disabilities, American
politics, and multiculturalism in America,
among other things. Each student will actively
participate in the class through discussions,
oral presentations on themes, and movie
reviews. Students will improve their listening
and speaking skills, as well as acquire new
vocabulary.
»» Alexandria Campus
Mon, Wed, Fri, Jan 26 – Apr 15
12:30 – 1:45 pm
ESLA 1867-01A
4.0 CEU
$380
Fri & Sat, Feb 20 – Mar 7
10 am – 1:40 pm
ESLA 1922-02N
2.0 CEU
$195
»» Loudoun, Signal Hill
Sat, Mar 28 – May 16
9 – 11:30 am
ESLA 1922-01L
2.0 CEU
$195
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Alexandria Campus | 703–845–6280
Annandale Campus | 703–323–3168
Parking on all campuses is free on weekends and weekdays after
4 pm in B (Student) lots only.
Parking permits are not required at off-campus locations.
Loudoun Campus | 703–450–2551
Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
Specialty Courses
Advanced English for
Professional Success
The course will focus on intercultural issues,
including different values and styles of
communication as well as build an awareness
of the multi-cultural business environment.
Students will practice their English language
skills to obtain, clarify, analyze and present
information; discuss their ideas, express their
opinions; participate in and conduct business
meetings effectively, and prepare and deliver
speeches on business topics and controversial
issues. Students will work independently
and/or cooperatively in a team environment.
They’ll use intermediate/advanced business
vocabulary to speak and write about a range
of business topics in the form of memos,
e-mails, written and oral reports, and
demonstrate knowledge and understanding of
current trends in American business and the
global business environment.
American Culture & Language Institute
History & Culture of the DC Area
This is a fun, hands-on, field trip oriented course focusing on the history and culture of
the DC area. Students will practice spoken and written English through off-campus field
trips to historical monuments, museums and government buildings. In-class sessions on
campus will alternate with required field trips to points of interest in the DC area. Students
will be able to reflect on their experiences and prepare for the next field trip during their
sessions on campus. (Recommended levels: low intermediate – advanced)
»» Annandale Campus
Fri & Sat, Apr 17 – May 2 10 am – 1:40 pm
ESLA 1777-01N
2.0 CEU
$195
»» Annandale Campus
Fri, Coming Fall 2015
10 am – 12:20 pm
ESLA 1876-01N
6.0 CEU
$690
Academic Readiness
Reading for Academic Success
Reading & Discussing Fiction
Accent Improvement
This is the second level of a two-level course
designed for students who want to focus on
improving their reading skills and strategies.
Students will study academic reading and
TOEFL materials, and work on vocabulary
development and grammar. There will be
required reading homework, and in-class
tests to work on test-taking strategies.
(Recommended levels: Intermediate –
Advanced)
This course has been designed for
intermediate to advanced level students.
Students practice reading English and
American literature and discussing the plots,
characters, and themes. This course will help
develop advanced reading, conversation and
discussion skills.
This course improves English pronunciation
for intermediate and advanced ESL
students. It provides students with a greater
understanding of the comparable phonemic
elements of the student’s native language and
American English.
»» Annandale Campus
Tue & Thu, Jan 29 – May 12
7 – 9:20 pm
ESLA 1926-01N
6.0 CEU
$475
»» Annandale Campus
Mon & Wed, Jan 28 – May 13
5 – 7:20 pm
ESLA 1924-01N
6.0 CEU
$475
»» Alexandria Campus (Hybrid session)
Tue, Feb 3 – Apr 21
6:30 – 8:30 pm
ESLA 1946-01A
4.0 CEU
$395
Students will meet in person once a week; the second
weekly class will be online and available to students
any time throughout the week.
»» Loudoun, Signal Hill
Mon, Feb 2 – May 4
7 – 9:30 pm
ESLA 1946-01L
3.0 CEU
$295
Enroll online at
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
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American Culture & Language Institute
Intensive English Program
Intensive English Program
The Intensive English Program (IEP) is designed to prepare students for college at NOVA or at another American college or university.
Students take a combination of “core” courses that emphasize essential language skills such as speaking, listening, reading and writing,
and “elective” courses that cover a variety of topics. Elective courses offer an in-depth understanding in topics such as test-taking skills,
American English pronunciation, vocabulary and spelling, and American culture. (Note: Elective course topics vary by semester and location.)
New students must take the ACLI ESL placement test (an oral interview and a writing sample) before enrolling in classes. See page 101 for
testing locations.
F-1 students are required to take at least 25 CEUs to fulfill their visa requirements. The total tuition for F-1 students is $2,940 per semester.
Non F-1 students may enroll full-time or part-time according to their academic goals.
Intensive Core Courses
Intensive Speaking & Listening:
Levels Intro – Intermediate
Intensive Reading & Writing:
Levels Intro – Intermediate
Intensive Speaking & Listening:
Focus on Drama
These intensive oral communication
courses include work in listening, speaking,
pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar.
Six levels of proficiency are offered. Students
at the Intro level start developing simple
conversation skills for everyday life, and
students at the highest level practice academic
note-taking and public speaking skills.
In addition to writing and reading, these
intensive courses include work on grammar,
critical thinking, and test-taking skills. Six
levels of proficiency are offered. Students
at the Intro level are introduced to writing
sentences and students at the highest level
have regular practice writing academic essays.
These oral communication courses are
open to low intermediate and intermediate
students. They include work in listening,
speaking, pronunciation, vocabulary and
grammar with a focus on drama. Students
will improve fluency through cold readings of
scripts and creating role plays using advanced
vocabulary. Students will contribute to group
discussions on topics relating to the theater
and take field trips to local theaters. Students
will develop persuasive skills by expanding
their emotional and expressive range of oral
communication. Students will participate in
class plays and perform for general audiences.
»» Alexandria Campus
Mon – Fri, Jan 21 – Apr 23
8:15 – 10 am
ESLA 1971–1973
10.5 CEU
$1,280
Mon – Fri, Jan 21 – Apr 23
2 – 3:45 pm
ESLA 1973–1975
10.5 CEU
$1,280
»» Arlington Center (register at Alexandria)
Mon – Fri, Jan 21 – Apr 23
10 – 11:45 am
ESLA 1972–1975
10.5 CEU
$1,280
»» Annandale CED Building
Mon – Fri, Jan 21 – May 8 10:10 am – 12:05 pm
ESLA 1972–1975
12.5 CEU
$1,470
Mon – Fri, Jan 21 – May 8
2:30 – 4:25 pm
ESLA 1970–1975
12.5 CEU
$1,470
»» Annandale Campus
Mon – Thu, Jan 21 – May 7
5 – 7:20 pm
ESLA 1972–1975
12.5 CEU
$1,470
*Friday, Jan 23rd is a required session.
»» Loudoun, Signal Hill
Mon – Thu, Jan 21 – May 4
ESLA 1970–1975
10.5 CEU
1 – 3 pm
$1,280
»» Manassas Campus
Mon – Fri, Jan 21 – Apr 23
8:15 – 10 am
ESLA 1970–1972
10.5 CEU
$1,280
Mon – Fri, Jan 21 – Apr 23
2 – 3:45 pm
ESLA 1973–1975
10.5 CEU
$1,280
»» Woodbridge Campus
Mon – Thu, Jan 21 – Apr 29
ESLA 1970–1975
10.5 CEU
110
»» Alexandria Campus
Mon – Fri, Jan 21 – Apr 23
10:15 am – 12 pm
ESLA 1981–1983
10.5 CEU
$1,280
Mon – Fri, Jan 21 – Apr 23
4 – 5:45 pm
ESLA 1983–1985
10.5 CEU
$1,280
»» Arlington Center (register at Alexandria)
Mon – Fri, Jan 21 – Apr 23
2 – 3:45 pm
ESLA 1982–1985
10.5 CEU
$1,280
»» Annandale CED Building
Mon – Fri, Jan 21 – May 8
8 – 9:55 am
ESLA 1982–1985
12.5 CEU
$1,470
Mon – Fri, Jan 21 – May 8
12:20 – 2:15 pm
ESLA 1980–1985
12.5 CEU
$1,470
»» Annandale Campus
Mon – Fri, Jan 21 – May 8
2:45 – 4:40 pm
ESLA 1982–1985
12.5 CEU
$1,470
»» Loudoun, Signal Hill
Mon – Thu, Jan 21 – May 4
ESLA 1980–1985
10.5 CEU
9 – 11 am
$1,280
»» Manassas Campus
Mon – Fri, Jan 21 – Apr 23
10:15 am – 12 pm
ESLA 1980–1982
10.5 CEU
$1,280
Mon – Fri, Jan 21 – Apr 23
4 – 5:45 pm
ESLA 1983–1985
10.5 CEU
$1,280
»» Alexandria Campus
Mon – Fri, Jan 21 – Apr 23
2 – 3:45 pm
ESLA 1964-01A
10.5 CEU
$1,280
Intensive Oral Communication
Workshop
In this intensive course, advanced level
students will improve their listening and
note-taking skills, acquire and use academic
vocabulary, prepare small impromptu
presentations as well as researched individual
presentations.
»» Loudoun, Signal Hill
Mon – Thu, Jan 21 – May 4
ESLA 1976-01L
10.5 CEU
1 – 3 pm
$1,280
»» Woodbridge Campus
Mon – Thu, Jan 21 – Apr 29
8:45 – 10:45 am
ESLA 1980–1985
10.5 CEU
$1,280
1 – 3 pm
$1,280
Alexandria Campus | 703–845–6280
Annandale Campus | 703–323–3168
Loudoun Campus | 703–450–2551
Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
Intensive English Program
Intensive Writing Workshop I
This intensive course is designed for students
who need to master their sentence structure
as well as expand their vocabulary. The
course focuses on grammar, writing and
vocabulary development at a high beginning/
low intermediate level. Students spend a
lot of time working on their individual
writing with the instructor. Students need
a recommendation from ACLI staff or
placement test referral to take this course.
»» Annandale CED Building
Mon – Fri, Jan 21 – May 8
2:30 – 4:25 pm
ESLA 1995-01N
12.5 CEU
$1,470
Intensive Writing Workshop II
This intensive course focuses on developing
academic writing skills, improving
essay writing, grammar, and vocabulary
development at the intermediate/advanced
level. Students spend a lot of time working on
their individual writing with the instructor.
Reading materials provide themes for
essays and other writing assignments, as
well as vocabulary. Grammar is taught
through specific writing tasks. Students
need a recommendation from ACLI staff or
placement test referral to take this course.
»» Alexandria Campus
Mon – Fri, Jan 21 – Apr 23
4 – 5:45 pm
ESLA 1986-01A
10.5 CEU
$1,280
»» Annandale Campus
Mon – Thu, Jan 21 – May 7
2:30 – 4:50 pm
ESLA 1986-01N
12.5 CEU
$1,470
*Friday, Jan 23rd is a required session.
»» Loudoun, Signal Hill
Mon – Thu, Jan 21 – May 4
ESLA 1986-01L
10.5 CEU
9 – 11 am
$1,280
American Culture & Language Institute
Intensive Advanced
Writing Seminar
Intensive Elective Courses
This course provides intensive instruction in
English language studies at a level appropriate
for college-educated non-native speakers,
such as prospective graduate students,
diplomats, and professionals in various fields.
Students write reports, essays, stories, studies
and research papers and work on advanced
grammar and vocabulary. The class includes
readings of various types and topics.
»» Annandale Campus
Mon – Thu, Jan 21 – May 7
2:30 – 4:50 pm
ESLA 1916-01N
12.5 CEU
$1,470
*Friday, Jan 23rd is a required session.
Intensive English for Science,
Math & Technology
In this intermediate level intensive course,
students will continue to develop their
reading, writing and oral communication
skills for academic study. This integrated
skills course will focus on topics from the
scientific fields and will give students an
opportunity to begin practicing the language
skills and vocabulary they will need when
studying these subjects at the college or
graduate level. The language objectives of this
course are aligned with objectives of ESLA
1985/1975. At the end of the course, eligible
students who are interested in continuing
their studies at NOVA, will participate in
the Bridge Writing Test to assist with their
transition to the college credit program. It is
recommended that students enrolling in this
course have some familiarity with science and
engineering concepts in their native language.
(Recommended levels: intermediate in both
S/L and R/W courses)
»» Annandale CED Building
Mon – Thu, Jan 21 – May 7 8:45 am – 12:10 pm
ESLA 1605-01N
18.5 CEU
$2,380
Interested in Teaching ESL?
Apply directly at the campus nearest to you.
If you would like to learn how to teach ESL, check out
our TESOL Certificate Program on page 24.
F-1 students take one elective course in addition
to the intensive core courses to fulfill study.
Additional elective courses may be available.
Vocabulary Building & Spelling
Strategies
This course develops students’ vocabulary
range and vocabulary acquisition skills
through readings. Students learn new
vocabulary by mastering prefixes, suffixes and
roots. This class will help students understand
American English spelling rules and provide
opportunities to practice. Individualized
instruction will address the spelling
challenges of speakers of specific languages.
»» Alexandria Campus
Mon, Wed, Fri, Jan 26 – Apr 15
12:30 –1:45 pm
ESLA 1881–1883
4.0 CEU
$380
Mon, Wed, Fri, Jan 26 – Apr 15 10:15 –11:30 am
ESLA 1884–1885
4.0 CEU
$380
»» Arlington Center (register at Alexandria)
Mon, Wed, Fri, Jan 26 – Apr 15
12:30 – 1:45 pm
ESLA 1882–1884
4.0 CEU
$380
»» Loudoun Campus
Tue & Thu, Jan 26 – Apr 16 11:15 am – 12:15 pm
ESLA 1881–1884
4.0 CEU
$380
»» Manassas Campus
Mon, Wed, Fri, Jan 26 – Apr 15
12:30 – 1:45 pm
ESLA 1881–1884
4.0 CEU
$380
Pronunciation & Speech
This course focuses on increasing student
awareness of the sounds of American English,
improving intelligibility, and helping them
to speak more fluently. This class provides
practice in English pronunciation with focus
on rhythm, stress, and intonation. Students
learn to evaluate their own speech in order
to become more competent, self-assured
speakers.
»» Alexandria Campus
Mon, Wed, Fri, Jan 26 – Apr 15
12:30 –1:45 pm
ESLA 1892–1894
4.0 CEU
$380
»» Manassas Campus
Mon, Wed, Fri, Jan 26 – Apr 15
12:30 – 1:45 pm
ESLA 1891–1894
4.0 CEU
$380
»» Woodbridge Campus
Mon – Thu, Jan 26 – Apr 14 11:15 am – 12:15 pm
ESLA 1891–1893
4.0 CEU
$380
Enroll online at
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
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Workforce Development, Campus & General Information
Medical
Education
Campus
Alexandria
Campus
Annandale
Campus
Loudoun
Campus
Manassas
Campus
Workforce
Office
Bisdorf Building –
AA 230
5000 Dawes Avenue
Alexandria, VA 22311
Loudoun, Signal Hill
(off-campus)
21335 Signal Hill
Plaza, Suite 300
Sterling, VA 20164
Manassas Innovation
Park (off-campus)
9485 Innovation
Drive, Suite 140
Manassas, VA 20110
6699 Springfield
Center Drive, 210
Springfield, VA 22150
Seefeldt Building,
WC 226
15200 Neabsco Mills Rd
Woodbridge, VA 22191
Locations &
Hours
Ernst Community
Cultural Center –
CE 202
8333 Little River Tnpk
Annandale, VA 22003
703-845-6280
703-323-3168
703-450-2551
703-257-6630
703-822-6523
703-878-5770
Mon – Fri:
8:30 am – 5 pm
Mon – Thu:
8:30 am – 8 pm
Fri: 8:30 am – 5 pm
Mon – Fri:
8:30 am – 5 pm
Mon – Fri:
8:30 am – 5 pm
Mon – Thu:
8:30 am – 6:30 pm
Fri: 8:30 am – 5 pm
Mon – Thu:
8:30 am – 7:30 pm
Fri: 8:30 am – 5 pm
In-Person
Registration:
Manassas Campus
Enrollment Services –
Room MH 111
6901 Sudley Road
Manassas, VA 20109
Loudoun Campus
Classroom & Alexandria Campus Annandale, CED
Pitney Bowes Building 21200 Campus Drive
Off-Campus 5000 Dawes Avenue
Alexandria, VA 22311 7630 Little River Tnpk Sterling, VA 20164
Locations
Manassas Campus
6901 Sudley Road
Manassas, VA 20109
Medical Education
Campus
6699 Springfield
5th & 6th floors
Center Drive
Arlington Center
Loudoun, Signal Hill Manassas Innovation
Annandale, VA 22003
Springfield, VA 22150
4600 N Fairfax Drive
21335 Signal Hill
Park
Arlington, VA 22203 www.nvcc.edu/about- Plaza, Suite 300
9485 Innovation Drive
nova/maps-directions/ Sterling, VA 20164
Manassas, VA 20110
(Located behind the
annandale/ced/index.
Holiday Inn at Fairfax
Reston Center
html
Drive and Glebe
1831 Wiehle Avenue
Road)
Reston, VA 20190
Woodbridge
Campus
Woodbridge Campus
15200 Neabsco Mills Rd
Woodbridge, VA 2191
Freedom High School
15201 Neabsco Mills Rd
Woodbridge, VA 22191
Silver Line @
Wiehle-Reston East
Potomac Falls High
School
46400 Algonkian
Parkway
Sterling, VA 20165
Finding
Classrooms
E-mail confirmations are sent to students after registration and include classroom location information.
Campus maps are
available online:
www.nvcc.edu/wdce/
alexandria
Campus maps are
available online:
www.nvcc.edu/wdce/
annandale
Annandale, CED:
The entrance to this
building is locked at
7 pm on weekdays,
and is open 9 am 1 pm on Saturdays.
Location phone:
703-323-3102.
Loudoun Campus:
Classroom locations
are posted in the LR
building main lobby.
Classroom locations
are updated daily on
the website: www.nvcc.
edu/wdce/pwregional
Classroom locations
are posted in the
main corridor of the
Medical Education
Campus building and
Reston Center &
Classroom locations
are also listed on the
Signal Hill:
are also posted at our
Room 210 door and
Classroom locations
off-campus site, MIP –
on the TV monitor
are posted in the third Manassas Innovation
outside Room 210.
floor lobby.
Park, located within
the Innovation
Business Center.
Classroom locations
are updated daily on
the website: www.nvcc.
edu/wdce/pwregional
Read the complete Senior Citizen Enrollment Policy on page 114. Call between 2 – 5 pm only to check on course availability.
Senior
Citizen
703-323-3168
703-450-2551
703-257-6630
703-822-6523
703-878-5770
Registration 703-845-6280
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Alexandria Campus | 703–845–6280
Annandale Campus | 703–323–3168
Loudoun Campus | 703–450–2551
Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
Workforce Development, Campus & General Information
Alexandria
Campus
Bookstore
Location &
Hours
Students
with
Disabilities
Locations &
Hours
Manassas
Campus
Medical
Education
Campus
Woodbridge
Campus
Tyler Building, 104
Mon – Thu:
9 am – 7 pm
Fri: 9 am – 2 pm
CA Building, 2nd level
Mon – Thu:
8 am – 8 pm
Fri: 8 am – 6 pm
Sat: 9 am – 5 pm
LR Building, 135
Mon – Thu:
8 am – 7 pm
Fri: 8 am – 2 pm
Parrish Hall, 1st Floor
Mon – Thu:
8 am – 8 pm
Fri: 8 am – 2 pm
MEC, Room 117
Mon & Thu:
8:30 am – 7 pm
Tue & Wed:
8:30 am – 5 pm
Fri: 8:30 am – 2 pm
WB Building
Mon – Thu:
9 am – 7 pm
Fri: 9 am – 2 pm
703-845-6221
703-323-3185
703-450-2589
703-368-8554
703-822-6605
703-878-5774
NOVA is committed to providing an accessible education and a supportive learning environment for all students, including those with
documented disabilities. If you require special services or accommodation, you should contact the NOVA Counselor for Students with
Disabilities at least 4 weeks prior to the start of class.
Counselors are
located on the first
floor of the CA
Building, Room 112.
703-323-3200
Interpreter Services
Office: 703-323-3187
(Voice/TTY).
Counselors are
located in LR 253.
703-450-2571
Counselors are
located in MH 110.
703-257-6610
TDD# 703-368-3748
Counselors are
located in Room 202.
703-822-6633
Counselors are
located in WC 202.
703-878-5760
TDD# 703-878-5790
Parking on all NOVA campuses is free on weekends and after 4 pm on weekdays in B (Student) Lots only. Semester Parking Permit: $90 or
$80 if purchased online at parking.nvcc.edu. Parking Meters or Garage: $2/hr., $10 max per day – Parking meters take coins and credit cards.
One-day Hangtag: $10 – enrolled students may purchase a hangtag online prior to class or at a campus parking services office. Once purchased,
it is non-refundable. The permit and hangtag allow you to park in any of the B (Student) Lots on campus. Hang tags cannot be used at metered
parking.
Parking Services:
AA 189A
703-845-6499
Metered parking lot
located at Campus
Dr and Dawes Ave
Arlington Center:
Free student parking
after 5:30 pm on
weeknights and all day
on weekends. Other
public parking is
available in the area.
Veterans
Benefits
Loudoun
Campus
All books listed under course descriptions are available in the campus bookstore where the course is being held. You may also purchase your
textbooks online at nvcc.bncollege.com.
Counselors are
located in AA 194.
703-933-1840
Parking
Annandale
Campus
Parking Services:
CA Building –
1st floor
703-323-4267
Multi-story parking
garage (enter on level 1)
Annandale, CED:
Free student parking
Parking Services:
LR 241
Parking Services:
MH 312
Parking Services:
Room 204-A
Parking Services:
WC 126
703-450-2523
703-257-6650
703-822-6688
703-878-5815
Metered parking
available
Metered parking
available
Parking garage
Metered parking
available
Reston Center:
Free student parking
Manassas
Innovation Park:
Free parking. Use
rear lot prior to
6 pm. Use front
entrance lot after
6 pm and Saturdays.
Loudoun, Signal
Hill:
Free parking in
designated area for
NOVA students.
Freedom High
School:
Free student parking
Select Workforce Development certificate programs have been submitted to the VA for approval for veterans who wish to use their educational
benefits. For more information, please contact:
Vonzell Mattocks: vmattocks@nvcc.edu or 703-323-3435
Lorinzo Foxworth: lfoxworth@nvcc.edu or 703-425-5736
You may also contact a campus representative:
Diana St. AmandCampos
veterans-al@nvcc.edu
703-933-8374
Romulo Sarmiento
rsarmiento@nvcc.edu
Pearson Buasen
pbuasen@nvcc.edu
Danae Erickson
derickson@nvcc.edu
Dietrich Giles
dgiles@nvcc.edu
Diane Malone
cmalone@nvcc.edu
703-323-3145
703-450-2583
703-257-6622
703-822-6540
703-878-5748
Enroll online at
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
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Workforce Development, Campus & General Information
The Continuing Education Unit
Delays & Closures
CEU stands for Continuing Education Unit. CEUs are earned for participation
in non-credit continuing education experiences. At NOVA, non-credit courses
are offered by the Workforce Development Division.
Closures: If NOVA is closed, all classes and activities are cancelled, including
non-credit Workforce Development classes and seminars. This also applies to
classes held at off-campus sites (such as Arlington Center, CED-Pitney Bowes,
Reston Center, and Manassas Innovation Park).
One Continuing Education Unit is defined as: Ten contact hours of
participation in an organized continuing education experience, under
responsible sponsorship, capable direction and qualified instruction.
You can earn CEUs for many Workforce Development courses. Registered
students must attend 90% of all scheduled class hours, in addition to
completing any other requirements set by the instructor, in order to be awarded
CEUs and a Certificate of Completion.
CEUs allow students to establish a permanent record of non-credit experiences
that enhance their opportunities for personal and professional development.
Lifetime Learning Tax Credit
Taxpayers may be eligible to claim a non-refundable Lifetime Learning Tax
Credit to help them pay for post-secondary education for themselves and/or
their dependent children. These tax credits can reduce the amount of federal
income tax on returns filed in 1999 or later. This credit applies to tuition and
fees for undergraduate, graduate, and continuing education course work
taken part time to improve or upgrade job skills. For more information, call
800–829–1040 or visit the IRS website at www.irs.gov/Individuals/LLC.
Third Party Payment
If your tuition is being paid by a third party (employer, government agency,
foreign embassy), submit a purchase order or letter of authorization with your
registration. You can submit these forms in person, by mail, or fax 703–323–
3399; but we must have the original copy of the purchase order or authorization
to process your payment. If the original copy of this form is not submitted with
your registration, please mail it to:
Northern Virginia Community College
Workforce Development – CE 202, Attention: Yookie Lee
8333 Little River Turnpike, Annandale, VA 22003
You are responsible for full tuition payment if the third party does not pay. You
cannot register using one form of payment and switch to third party payment
at a later date.
Senior Citizen Enrollment Policy
The Virginia Senior Citizens Higher Education Act of 1974 and amendments
allow senior citizens to take courses at no charge under certain circumstances.
Before the beginning of the semester in which you wish to enroll, you must
have (1) reached the age of sixty and (2) had legal domicile in Virginia for
one year. Tuition-paying students are accommodated in courses before senior
citizens are enrolled. If you apply for free tuition AFTER you register and pay
for a course, you are not eligible for a refund for that course. You are required
to pay for course materials such as books and supplies. The College reserves the
right to cancel any course, and you are limited to three tuition-free courses per
semester.
If you wish to take a Workforce Development course, you must apply to the
college to get a student ID number, and come in person to campus to present
proof of age and fill out a Senior Citizen Certification of Eligibility for Free
Tuition form, which may be obtained from the WDD Office on any campus.
A new form must be completed in person each semester. Once the necessary
paperwork is on file, you must call to determine if space is available and the
course is still open. For courses that begin in the morning or afternoon, you
must call between 2:00 and 5:00 pm the day prior to the course start date;
for evening courses, you must call between 2:00 and 5:00 pm the day the
course begins. Please call the Workforce Development Office on the campus
offering the course you wish to attend. To guarantee a place in a course,
payment is required.
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Alexandria Campus | 703–845–6280
Annandale Campus | 703–323–3168
Morning Delays: If NOVA opens late due to bad weather, your WD class could
be impacted. We determine whether to hold class as follows:
• If you are taking a Workforce Development class (except for ESL – see below)
and the college is not open when your class is scheduled to begin, your class
will not meet and will be rescheduled. For example, if your class begins at 10
am and the college opens at 10:30 am, your class will not meet and will be
rescheduled. We will contact you by phone or e-mail.
• If you are taking an ESL class with the WD ACLI department, we follow the
NOVA criteria for delayed openings. This means that if your class would
have started prior to the opening time and it will continue at least 45 minutes
after the opening time, the class will be held. For example, if your class
begins at 9:00 am and ends at 12:15 pm, and NOVA opens at 10:30 am, your
class will begin at 10:30 am and end at 12:15 pm.
Evening Closures: If NOVA cancels evening classes and activities, all WD
classes scheduled for that evening are cancelled. If you are scheduled to attend
a NOVA class held at a non-NOVA location, such as a local high school, we
adhere to the decision made by that location.
You can receive emergency and college closing messages on your mobile device
by signing up for NovaAlert at alert.nvcc.edu.
Course Changes, Cancellations & Refunds
Please make sure your contact information is up to date. This will enable us
to promptly notify you should there be a change or course cancellation. If we
cancel a course, we will gladly transfer you to another or send you a full refund.
Student Requested Course Changes
To change classes or transfer to another section of a course, call the WDD
Office at that campus a minimum of 4 calendar days before the course start
date.
Enrollment Cancellation with Full Refund
E-mail your request to wddrefunds@nvcc.edu at least 4 calendar days prior to
the first class session. We will gladly refund your tuition after we receive your
written request. Refunds will be issued in the form of a check, regardless of the
method of payment, and will be made payable to the student, regardless of who
paid the tuition and fees. The refund check will be sent from Richmond to your
mailing address within 2-4 weeks. Refund requests for “Bundle & Save” courses
must be made at least 4 days prior to the first class session of the first course in
the bundle.
Motorcycle Courses: Refund requests require a two-week notice; see page 90.
ACLI – ESL Courses: Refund requests must be made within 7 days of the first
scheduled class session; see page 101.
American Heart Assoc. Courses: Refund requests require 4 business days
notice; see page 74.
Veterans Refund Policy (Veterans using their Benefits): In the event that
a veteran, spouse of a veteran, surviving spouse or child of a veteran is using
their veterans benefits to attend school with us and that person fails to enter
the course or withdrawals or is discontinued therefrom at any time prior to
the completion of the course, the unused portion of the tuition and/or fees
paid by the person shall be refunded. The exact amount of the refund will be
determined based on the ratio of the number of days of instruction the person
completed to the total number of instructional days in the course. (Example:
A person attends 5 days of instruction out of 20 total instructional days. The
person has completed 25% of the class. Therefore, the person would receive a
refund of 75% of the total tuition.) All refunds will be made within 30 days.
Loudoun Campus | 703–450–2551
Manassas Campus | 703–257–6630
Medical Education Campus | 703–822–6523
Woodbridge Campus | 703–878–5770
Welcome to The Workforce
Our catalog connects you with a wealth
of learning and growth opportunities. Whether you
need a new skill or a new career, NOVA has the
right program for you. With our expert instructors
and affordable courses, you’ll reach your goals.
We’ve got the region covered.
No matter where you live or work, NOVA is
practically down the street. With six campuses,
three centers and many off-campus sites, we make
learning convenient.
Anywhere, anytime learning!
Online courses, designed with you in mind. Course
listings begin on page 92.
Stay connected:
Follow us on Facebook and Twitter to receive upto-date information about Workforce Development
news & events! Our website is updated frequently.
Please check it for the latest course information.
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Link!
Check out our comprehensive offerings:
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Professional Development
Certificate Programs
Enrichment Courses
Continuing Education
We are your link to the training your
employees need. NOVA’s Workforce Development
Division is ideally suited to provide customized
training for local businesses and organizations. Your
workforce needs are unique, and our customized
training programs are developed to meet those
specific needs. See page 70 for more information.
Contact us today for a FREE consultation:
Workforce Development Division
Customized Training
703-323-3281
Enroll Today!
Registration is continuous from December 4 throughout the spring semester
¿ Easy Ways to Register:
Get the course you want – register and pay for it early!
and remains open until the course maximum is reached. If the course you want is
full, contact the WDD office at that campus and ask to be placed on a waiting list.
Registration begins with a Student ID Number
Online:
If you have never taken a course at NOVA, complete the VCCS
(non-credit) Application for Admission. You can do this online at
www.nvcc.edu. Click the “Apply Now” tab.
A – Alexandria
N – Annandale
Your Student ID Number will be generated and used for all future college
transactions. If you prefer, you can complete the application form in person
at any Workforce Development office.
H – Medical Education
W – Woodbridge
Express credit card. See Campus Information for office hours.
WDD Office Phone Numbers:
Alexandria: 703-845-6280
Annandale: 703-323-3168
Loudoun: 703-450-2551
Payment: Workforce Development course fees are due at the time of
Manassas: 703-257-6630
Medical Education: 703-822-6523
Woodbridge: 703-878-5770
In Person: Register at any campus during office hours. Pay with your
registration. Payment plans may not be used for non-credit tuition. Students
must pay to attend any Workforce class; auditing is not available. For Third
Party Payment options, see page 114.
VISA, MasterCard or American Express credit card or with check or cash
at any campus Business Office. See Campus Information for office hours.
Mail: Complete the registration form below and enclose a check or
money order payable to NVCC.
Student ID:_______________________________________________
Mail completed form with payment to:
(Required - Get your ID at www.nvcc.edu “Apply Now” )
Birth Date:________________________________________________
Northern Virginia Community College
Workforce Development – CE 202
8333 Little River Turnpike
Annandale, VA 22003
Day/Work Phone:__________________________________________
Name:_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
twitter.com/NOVAWDD
L – Loudoun
M – Manassas
Phone: Register and pay with your VISA, MasterCard or American
If it’s been more than 3 years since you’ve taken a course at NOVA, submit
a new application, using your current Student ID Number, to update your
records before registering. Don’t remember your Student ID Number?
Call any WDD office for assistance.
Home Phone:_____________________________________________
facebook.com/NOVAWDD
www.nvcc.edu/workforce
Select the campus. Select your course(s). Register and pay with your
VISA, MasterCard or American Express credit card. Campus locations
are identified by letters, which are part of the course section number:
(First)(M.I.) (Last)
Address:_______________________________________________________________________________________________________
(Street) (Apt. #)
(City) (State) (Zip Code)
E–mail:_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
(Used only for class-related notification purposes)
See course example in color below.
Course
Prefix
Course
Number
Section
Number
Course Title
Course Dates
Tuition
ITEC
1234
01W
Computer Basics
03/16 - 04/06
$145
Ex
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3.
4.
Payment is required at the time of registration. Enclose your check or money order payable to NVCC. Cash payments must be made at
any campus Business Office. Make credit card payments on our website – www.nvcc.edu/workforce
Check/Money Order enclosed
q
Office Use:
Reg. Processed: Date:_________________ Time: ____________ Initials:_________ Service Indicator: _____________
Building Skills Creating Success
Workforce Development Vision & Mission: We envision WDD as a driver of economic growth throughout the region. WDD’s core business is to provide market-ready education and training services
to produce an agile and ready workforce. NOVA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. Workforce Development offerings are supported entirely through the fees paid by participants.
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