1. education
2. alumni and reunions

For Course Descriptions go to: www.hi-ed.org
Warren Forest Higher Education Council
For more information or to register call
814-723-3222 or www.hi-ed.org
Job Skills
*Welding
M/W; January 21-March 30; 4:30 - 7:30 pm; 54 hrs.; $379
Administrative Assistant Certificate
T/Th; January 27- April 28; 9 am - 12 pm; 81 hrs.; $799
*Home Repair
M/W February 9-March 16; 5:30-8:30 pm; 30 hrs.; $270
*PA Auto Inspection
T/Th; February 10, 12, 17; 5:30 - 9:30 pm; 12 hrs.; $170
Buying & Selling on EBAY
M; February 9; 6 - 9 pm; 3 hrs.; $29
EE
OSHA Information Session
FR
May 7; 10 am - 12 pm; Free
National Hardwood Lumber Association 4-day Lumber
Inspection Course; Apr 27-30; 8am-4:30pm;$549
Computers Classes
QuickBooks I -Th; January 15; 8:30 am-4:30 pm; $99
QuickBooks II - Th; January 22; 8:30 am-4:30 pm; $99
Typing - M/W/Th; January 21, 22, 26, 28; 6 - 8 pm; $89
Windows - M/W; February 2, 4, 9, 11; 6 - 8 pm; $89
Word I - M/W; February 16, 18, 23, 25; 6 - 8 pm; $89
Excel I - M/W; March 2, 4, 9, 11; 6 - 8 pm; $89
Word II - M/W; March 16, 18, 23, 25; 6 - 8 pm; $89
Excel II - M/W; March 30, April 1, 6, 8; 6 - 8 pm; $89
Excel I - F; March 6; 8:30 am - 4:30 pm; $89
Excel II - F; March 27, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm; $89
Kindle Fire - M; Feb 2; 10 am - 12 pm; 2 hrs.; $19
OR M; January 26; 6 - 8 pm; 2 hrs.; $19
Android Phone Basics - W; January 14; 10 am-12 pm; $19
iPad / iPhone - W; January 28; 10 am - 12 pm; 2 hrs.; $19
OR W; January 28; 6 - 8 pm; 2 hrs.; $19
*Class held at Warren County Career Center
Warren Forest Higher Education Council
589 Hospital Drive STE F
Warren, PA 16365
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Hi-Ed Spring 2015 Schedule
Kindle Fire-M; Feb 2; 10 am-12 pm; $19 OR M; Jan 26; 6-8 pm;
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$19- Learn to navigate your Kindle to get maximum enjoyment!
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Android Phone Basics - W; January 14; 10 am - 12 pm; 2 hrs.;
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$19; Learn to use your Android smartphone! Connect to email,
download apps and learn to use all of the features!
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iPad / iPhone - W; Jan 28; 10 am-12 pm; $19 OR W; Jan 28;
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6 - 8 pm; 2 hrs.; $19; Make your device work for you!
Learn to Blog - M; Feb 9; 9 am - 12 pm; $29; Blogging allows
you to share information with customers, family, friends & more!
Learn about different blogging options and how to use popular
blogging systems!
Internet Security Basics - M; Feb 23; 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm; 2
hrs.; $19; Not sure if it’s safe to enter your information online, or
are you wondering why your computer keeps getting viruses &
malware? Learn how to safely use your computer and what
safeguards you can put in place to protect your information.
Pinterest - W; Feb 4; 10 am - 12 pm; 2 hrs.; $19 ; Pinterest is a
fun and easy way to post and share your own photos and to share
media that you’ve found on the Internet. Learn to set up a Pinterest
account and connect with other “pinners”.
Twitter - W; Feb 11; 10 am - 12 pm; 2 hrs.; $19; Twitter is an
online micro-blogging tool that allows its user to post updates in
140 characters or less. Learn to set up a Twitter account; connect
Twitter to Facebook, personalize Twitter and how to share photos
through this popular social media platform.
For Course Descriptions go to: www.hi-ed.org
Warren Forest Higher Education Council
Providing
Career Education
Activities and Events:
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Industry Clubs for 7th & 8th grade students
FAFSA Workshop - February 19th
Job Shadows
7th Grade - College visits
Career Exploration Days - 11th & 12th grade
5th Grade Career Event at Career Center
AHUG Woodmobile - 3rd grade - May 5th
Summer Camps - 5th - 8th grade - June 2015
“Connecting the Workforce of Tomorrow
with the Workplace of Today!”
For more information contact
John Lasher, School To Work Coordinator 814-723-3222
For more information or to register:
Call Donna at 814814-723723-3222 or online at www.hiwww.hi-ed.org
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
CERTIFICATE
The demand for Administrative Assistants is projected to grow
12% by 2022 according to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics.
Are you ready to start your career?
Administrative Assistants work in variety of industries, including
healthcare, education, technology and manufacturing.
In this 14 week course, participants in the Administrative Assistant
Certificate program will learn the skills required in order to support a
busy office environment, including:
 Software & Computer Skills
 Phone Etiquette
 Organizational Skills
 Typing
 Communication Techniques
 Customer Service
 Word Processing
 Spreadsheets
 Technical Writing
 Bookkeeping
Class Starts January 27th, 2015
T/TH; Jan 27th - Apr 28th; 9 am - 12 pm ; $799.00
Scholarships Available
Personal Enrichment
SAT Prep-For High School Students-Sat; Mar 14, 21, 28 Apr 11,
18, 25; 9 am-12:15 pm; $89; Be prepared for the SAT!
*Mexican Fiesta! - Cooking Class W; Apr 15; 6 - 9 pm; $49
*Sinful Chocolate: Cooking For Women Only!
W; Apr 29; 6 - 9 pm; $49
*“Alla Prima” - Portraits in Oil With Luis Alvarez-Roure
Th/F; Apr 30, May 1; 9 am - 4 pm; 12 hr. workshop; $169
Beading Class with Bill Lorenzo; T; Mar 17; 5:30-8:30 pm; $45
Items to bring: Needle Nose Pliers, Superglue and beading board
(or white hand towel) to lay out design.
The Boonies Inc
presents classes for the world of film
Basic Introduction to Animation in Film Comprehensive first steps of
animation in film making. Students will have hands on learning experience
resulting in a one minute animated film. As a filmmaker, Mark Robinault has
filmed and edited dozens of projects including TV commercials, music videos,
and wedding videography for a number of clients at Glarner Group Production
Studio. He has created several short films and also works freelance. Instructor: Mark Robinault; T; Jan 20, 27, Feb 3, 10, 17 and 24; 7 PM – 9 PM; $59
How to Audition for the Camera New and seasoned actors will learn
valuable and applicable skills to be prepared for a filmed auditions. Classes are
taught by Patrick Cherry, an auditioning coach with 18 years of experience as a
working professional at the Charles Nelson Reilly Studios, Hollywood, CA. He
has worked with talents such as Sir Anthony Hopkins and Jonathan Demme.
Sat; March 14, 21, 28, April 11,18, 25; 9 AM – 12 PM; $89
Audience: Anyone with sincere interest to the experienced actor
Adobe Software; Adobe Premiere Pro and Adobe After Effects
In this course we will be looking at how you can edit your footage professionally using Non-Linear Editing Software. For this course, we will be using Adobe
Premiere Pro, but many of the techniques and concepts can be applied to
editing inside any software. Instructor: Paul Shearer; Sat; March 14, 21, 28,
April 11,18,25; 9 AM – 12 PM; $ 109 Adobe software experience suggested.
For more information or to register: Call 814814-723723-3222 or online at www.hiwww.hi-ed.org
DCNR C2P2 Workshop
Wednesday, January 21, 2015 from 10:30 AM - 12 PM
Videoconference Locations - Warren & Bradford
Live Locations - Coudersport, PA & St. Marys, PA
Pre-registration is required
The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural
Resources (DCNR), Bureau of Recreation and Conservation, is
offering a workshop to prepare applicants to meet the requirements of our Community Conservation Partnerships Program
(C2P2). Each year, the grant program typically opens in mid
January and closes in mid April. This workshop will assist
community leaders, consultants, board members, and park and
recreation professionals interested in learning about resources
available to plan, acquire, and construct public recreation and
conservation areas in their communities. At this FREE workshop,
you will:
• Learn about DCNR’s Greening Emphasis
• Learn about changes to the 2014 Grant Program
• Gain a better understanding of how to develop a competitive and
ready-to-go project
Warren Forest Higher Education Council
For more information or to register:
Call 814814-723723-3222 or online at www.hiwww.hi-ed.org
Course: Reading Across the Curriculum
Explore reading strategies designed to enhance comprehension in PLS 3rd Learning
Educators elevated.
your content area. Apply best practices related to types of text,
reading assessments, fluency, motivation, vocabulary, and note
Registration: 1.866.757.2527
taking. Develop reading plans, lessons, and rubrics. –
Instructor: J. Brinling; April 10, 11, 12, 24, 25, 26; Fri. 5 pm – 9 pm, Sat./Sun. 8 am – 5:30 pm
Course: Classroom Management: Orchestrating a Community of Learners
Description: Explore basic techniques for orchestrating an effective learning environment where
instruction flows smoothly, student misbehavior is minimized, and the potential for learning is maximized. Empower students to take responsibility for their own learning and behavior. Create an action
plan of practical strategies to implement immediately in your classroom. – Instructor: T. Rabbitt;
June 17, 18, 19, 22, 23; 8 am to 5:30 pm
Wilkes University - 3 Graduate Credit hours; $815/per course
General Information
SPRING 2015
For more information: call 1-800-388-8557 or
visit our website at http://www.sunyjcc.edu.
Student Advisement: Academic and career
counseling is offered by appointment.
MAT 1540: Elementary Statistics (ITV) CRN: 5547 3 CR
T, 6:30-9:15 p.m., Instructor: Sposato
ENG 1510 English Composition I (ITV) CRN: 6217 3 CR
M/W, 5-6:15 p.m., Instructor: Blood
The college reserves the right, whenever it deems advisable, to change its
schedule of tuition and fees; to withdraw, cancel, reschedule, or modify
any course, program of study, degree, requirement or policy.
* imputed credit
(ITV) Taught via Interactive TV technology
Warren Forest Higher Education Council
GED Preparation Schedule
Spring term: January 5- June 19,
2015
No Class: Martin Luther King Day, Jan 19;
Presidents Day, Feb 16; Easter Break, Mar
30 - Apr 6; May 20; Memorial Day, May 25
Daytime Schedule
Mon /Wed /Fri 9 am - 12 pm; 1pm - 4pm
Evening Schedule
Mon /Wed /Thurs 6:00- 8:00 pm
PROVIDED BY Intermediate Unit #5
EE
FR
New Students please call
for information
814-723-3222
A Foundation for Safe Driving
Hi-Ed Spring 2015 Schedule
Warren Forest Higher Education Council
For more information or to register:
Call 814814-723723-3222 or online at www.hiwww.hi-ed.org
For more information or to register:
Call Chuck at 814814-723723-3222 or online at www.hiwww.hi-ed.org
Behind the Wheel - Driving School
Licensed by PA Dept. of Education
Program is open to students with
Learner’s permit or Drivers license
6-8 hours of instruction
ACCEPTING REGISTRATIONS FOR SUMMER
1st come - 1st served basis
Students who complete “Behind the Wheel”
and the “Book Theory Course”
may be eligible for an insurance discount.
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Before and After You Drive
Traffic Laws
Vehicle Technologies
Responsible Vehicle Use
City Driving
Highway Driving
Parallel Parking
Sharing the Roadway
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Identifying & Reducing Risk
DUI
Fatigue and Night Driving
Hazardous Driving Conditions
Driver Emotions and Decisions
Selective Visual Perception
Recognizing and Responding
to Aggressive Drivers
Warren Forest
Higher Education Council
589 Hospital Drive STE F
Warren, PA 16365
814-723-3222 www.hi-ed.org
Building Warren’s Businesses
Plan for $uccess
Business Planning Course for Entrepreneurs
12 WEEK COURSE - FREE
This program is designed to help entrepreneurs start, stabilize,
or expand a successful business. The program offers a customized
approach to assisting participants in their pursuit of self-employment.
Participants will learn how to develop a business plan and evaluate its
feasibility. Participants will cover a number of topics to help run
a successful business. Topics include:
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Personal Financial Readiness
Market Analysis
Marketing Strategy
Accounting & Finance
Getting Financed
Building Your Team
The Web
 Leadership, Public Speaking,
Communication
 Writing the Business Plan
 Insurance
 Topics the group chooses:(i.e.
QuickBooks, Social Media,
Computer Skills)
Next class starts in January!
Office Hours: Monday - Friday; 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
CLOSED: Christmas Holiday: Dec 23rd - Jan 1; Martin Luther King Day, Jan 19;
Good Friday, Apr 3; Memorial Day May 25
Board of Directors: Amanda Hetrick, Chair; Andrew Young, Vice Chair;
John Sechriest, Secretary; Gregory LaRocca, Treasurer; Alice Pedersen, Immediate
Past Chair; Brian Collopy; Robert Crowley; Robert Dilks;, Andrea Stapleford;
John Kersey; Marisa Smith, Joseph Sprentz
Hi-Ed Spring 2015 Schedule
For Course Descriptions go to: www.hi-ed.org
Warren Forest Higher Education Council
For more information or to register call
814-723-3222 or www.hi-ed.org
Android Phone Basics
W; January 14; 10 am - 12 pm; 2 hrs.; $19
Learn to use your Android smartphone! Connect to email, download apps and learn to use all of the features!
Kindle Fire
M; February 2; 10 am - 12 pm; 2 hrs.; $19
OR M; January 26; 6 - 8 pm; 2 hrs.; $19
Learn to navigate your Kindle to get maximum enjoyment!
iPad / iPhone
W; January 28; 10 am - 12 pm; 2 hrs.; $19 OR
W; January 28; 6 - 8 pm; 2 hrs.; $19
Make your device work for you!
Learn to Blog
M; February 9; 9 am - 12 pm; 3 hrs. $29
Blogging allows you to share information with customers, family,
friends & more! In this class, participants will learn about different
blogging options and how to use popular blogging systems!
Internet Security Basics
M; February 23; 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm; 2 hrs.; $19
Not sure if it’s safe to enter your information online, or are you
wondering why your computer keeps getting viruses & malware?
In this Internet security basics class, learn how to safely use your
computer and what safeguards you can put in place to protect
your information.
Pinterest
W; February 4; 10 am - 12 pm; 2 hrs.; $19
Pinterest is a fun and easy way to post and share your own photos
and to share media that you’ve found on the Internet. Participants
will learn how to set up a Pinterest account, post their own photos, share photos and connect with other “pinners”
online.
Twitter
W; February 11; 10 am - 12 pm; 2 hrs.; $19
Twitter is an online micro-blogging tool that allows its
user to post updates in 140 characters or less. In this class,
participants will learn how to set up a Twitter account; how to
connect Twitter to Facebook, how to personalize Twitter and how
to share photos through this popular social media platform.
Content Marketing
F; February 6; 9 am - 12 pm; 3 hrs.; $29
Is your business looking for a way to connect with its customers
online? Content marketing allows your business to be its own
publisher. Market the information you need customers to know in
a way that they’ll love!
Learn to Write Web Copy
M; February 16; 9 am - 12 pm; 3 hrs.; $29
Who writes all of the stories and articles on websites? It could be
you! In this class, participants will learn how to write web copy
that business’s need and how to connect with companies looking
for online writers.
Applying for Jobs Online
M; February 23; 10 am - 12 pm; 2 hrs.; $19
Applied for a job lately? You may have noticed that many
companies are only willing to accept online job applications. In
this class, you’ll learn resume formatting tips for online submission, how to find jobs using the Internet and how to use basic
features of online job platforms.
Gmail & Google Drive
F; February 27; 9 am - 12 pm; 3 hrs.; $29
Gmail is an email application, plus much more! Learn how to set
up email through Gmail; learn to use extra security to protect your
email and find different tools and applications to be accessed.
Email Marketing
M; March 2; 9 am - 12 pm; 3 hrs.; $29
Do you want to reach your customers through email? Learn how
to share company news & market your products and services to
directly to customers through free or low cost email marketing
software.
Email Etiquette in the Workplace
F; March 6; 10 am - 12 pm; 2 hrs.; $19
How you format your work emails, the colors you use for the text
and other factors can leave a bad impression on co-workers.
Come and find out what proper email etiquette is in the workplace
so your emails will leave a positive impression!
Hi-Ed Spring 2015 Schedule
Evening courses offered
through I-TV in Warren
W; March 18; 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm; 2 hrs.; $19
A press release a simple and effective method of getting important
information about your business or organization out to the public.
In this class, participants will learn how to properly format
engaging press releases in order to submit them to local and
online news outlets.
E-Commerce Basics
W; April 1; 9 am - 12 pm; 3 hrs.; $29
Do you want to sell products or services on the Internet? Come
and learn what options you have and how easy it can be to have
an online store up and running in no time!
Learn to Freelance
W; April 15; 9 am - 12 pm; 3 hrs.; $29
If you’ve ever wanted to earn extra money working from home or
you want to see what type of legitimate work from home careers
are out there, this class is for you! Participants will learn how to
find legitimate jobs that can be performed from just about anywhere and will be taught the ins and outs of the freelance industry.
*These are not multi-level marketing jobs – they are real jobs in
writing, customer service, administrative assisting, web
development, graphic design, etc.
Agile Project Management
F; March 27; 9 am - 1 pm; 4 hrs.; $39
Are projects becoming difficult to manage or do you find that the
end result isn’t what your business expected? Agile project
management can help alleviate project delays and mistakes. In
this class, participants will learn how to integrate agile project
management techniques to improve success rates.
Spoiling Your Customers in the Digital World
F; April 10; 9 am - 1 pm; 4 hrs.; $39
Customer service has moved into the digital
world. How does your business provide superior customer service when you can’t see or
speak to the customer? Come find out how to
spoil your customers in the digital world and
help build brand loyalty.
Everybody’s Different – Workplace Diversity
F; April 17; 9 am - 1 pm; 4 hrs.; $39
Everybody is different, which can result in poor workplace
communication, misunderstandings and tension. Come and learn
how to effectively manage workplace diversity to increase
productivity and performance.
Teamwork Dynamics
F; April 24; 9 am - 1 pm; 4 hrs.; $39
What makes your work team perform or underperform? In
teamwork dynamics, you’ll be provided with tools and information
that will help your business understand how your employees work
together and what is influencing their success.
Spring 2015 Courses
PRACTICAL NURSING PROGRAM WARREN CAMPUS
ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR CLASSES STARTING
AUGUST 2015
earn your
gannonMBA
offered through an innovative partnership
to improve educational options for
rural Pennsylvania
BCOR-111 Macroeconomics MTW 5:00-5:50
LPHI-237 Philosophy of Ethical Responsibility M 6:00-8:50
SOCI-111 Basic Sociology T 6:00-8:50
MGMT-211 Human Resource Management T 6:00-8:50
in Warren Pennsylvania!
For more information or to
request an application packet
contact:
Jocelyn Hamilton Bash at
jhamilton.bash@ecuapa.org
OR 814 603 1229
www.ecuapa.org
LENG-112 Critical Analysis and Composition W 6:00-8:50
LHST-111 History Without Borders W 6:00-8:50
Gannon University credits are
transferable to accredited
college programs
VENANGO TECHNOLOGY CENTER
Affordable Associate Degree Programs
PSYC-111 Intro. to Psychology M 6:00-8:50
for eligible high
school students to get
a head start on
general college credits
For Course Descriptions go to: www.hi-ed.org
In partnership with GANNON UNIVERSITY
for Community members
that have earned a high
school diploma or GED
Press Release Writing
Hi-Ed Spring 2015 Schedule
Education Consortium of the Upper Allegheny
$180/credit
$33/credit
For Course Descriptions go to: www.hi-ed.org
LTHE-121 Sacred Scriptures TH 6:00-8:50
BCOR-105 Foundations of the Business Enterprise TH 6:00-8:50
GMBA 764 Investments (3 credits)
January 15 - March 12 Thursdays 5:30 – 9:20 PM
A survey of financial instruments and financial markets focusing on the risk and
return characteristics of such financial instruments as stocks, bonds, options, futures,
tax shelters, real estate, and precious metals.
Prerequisite: GMBA 661
EARN A GANNON DEGREE IN
A CONVENIENT LOCATION
For years, a Master of Business
Administration degree from Gannon
University has been the gateway to career advancement and professional development in northwest Pennsylvania and beyond.
To learn more about the program, contact graduate@gannon.edu,
814-871-7474, or visit
www.gannon.edu/Admissions/Graduate-Admissions/
The Venango Technology Center Practical Nursing
Program at the Warren campus is accepting
applications for the 2015-2016 school year.
The program is one academic year in length from
August to June. Approximately 50% of the time spent in
clinical practice and 50% in the classroom. Clinical experience is received at
several local health care facilities. Graduates are eligible to take the State Board
of Nursing Licensing Examination for Practical Nurses.
Receive Hands On Training in:
Hospitals
Nursing Homes
Doctor’s Office
Home Health Care
Private Duty
Call to register. Entrance
exams are being
scheduled now.
Call Today!
Complete a personal
interview
Submit an official transcript or copy of GED
Submit a copy of Act 34
and 151 Clearances
Practical Nursing
One Year Program-August 2015-June 2016
High School Diploma or GED is required
11-month program
Tuition for 2015-2016: $10,750
VTC Practical Nursing—Warren Campus
Financial Aid available for qualified
589 Hospital Drive, Warren, PA 16365
Applicants. Visit us online at
phone 814.406.0075
www. vtc1.org for more information.
Apply Now!
Classes held at Warren Forest Higher Education Council
SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE—CALL HI—ED Council for Details!
To register, call 814-362-5078 or
email bfantask@pitt.edu
All Classes will be held in
Warren at the
Hi-Ed Council.
Continuing Education and Regional Development
SHRM Learning System
The SHRM Learning System is a comprehensive training program that prepares HR professionals for the PHR or SPHR certification exam and also the new SHRM-CP and
SHRM-SCP certifications. Designed to fit every learning style, the Learning System offers a blended format of printed workbooks, learning software and web-based study tools
to enhance effectiveness. There are six modules in the Learning System: Strategic Management, Workforce Planning and Employment, Human Resource Development, Total Rewards, Employee and Labor Relations, Risk Management. Early Bird Price: $1,299/Regular Price: $1,450; W, Jan 28 – Apr 15, 6 – 9 PM
Medical Billing and Coding Program
This combined 80-hour billing and coding course offers the skills needed to solve insurance billing problems, how to manually file claims (using the CPT and ICD-9 manual),
complete common insurance forms, trace delinquent claims, appeal denied claims and use generic forms to streamline billing procedures. The course covers CPT (Introduction,
Guidelines, Evaluation and Management), specialty fields (such as surgery, radiology and laboratory), ICD-9 (Introduction and Guidelines) and basic claims processes for
medical insurance and third party reimbursements. You will learn how to find the service and codes using manuals, (CPT, ICD-9 and HCPCS). After obtaining the practical work
experience (6 months to 2 years), you could be qualified to sit for the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) - Certified Professional Coder Exam (CPC or CPC-H
Apprentice); the American Health Information Association (AHIMA) Certified Coding Associate (CCA) exam; and/or other National Certification Exams. Course Contact Hours:
80 hrs.; $1,899 (Textbooks included) ; Deadline to register: March 3; T/Th; Mar 10 – May 14, 6 – 9 PM; Sat, Apr 11 and May 9, 9 AM – 3 PM
Attracting and Retaining the Next Generation Workforce (NEW) - Explore best practices of employers who are already leading the way in terms of attracting, developing and retaining the younger generation of workers. You will walk away with a realistic understanding of how to create a workplace culture that will inspire members
of every generation – especially Millennials and Gen Y’s. This workshop will debunk common myths, develop new approaches and strategies to attract, develop and keep this
generation of tomorrow’s leaders. $149 (Register four employees and the fifth is free!); Th, Feb 19, 8 AM – 12 PM
Climbing to the P.E.A.K of Customer Service* - In this jam-packed interactive session you will learn why organizations lose customers and the cost of losing
them, customer service skills, what customers want and need, and the dos and don’ts of customer service. You will also learn the importance of a positive attitude, how to add
value to a transaction, the four kinds of customers, how to handle difficult customers and much more. Learn how to be a P.E.A.K. performer: Professional, Efficient, Always
friendly and Knowledgeable. $179 (Register four employees and the fifth one is free!); Th, Mar 19, 8:30 AM – 12 PM
Employee Discipline: The Positive Approach (New) - The course will begin with a discussion of what discipline is. Most people believe it is a means of punishment and look at discipline in a negative light. This course will use examples and role‑playing exercises to help supervisors redirect behavior while using a positive approach.
The key is gaining employee commitment to improving performance. In this course you will learn techniques for managing people, a positive approach to discipline, how to
improve employee performance, and the five-step process of maintaining employee self‑esteem while addressing behavioral issues. HR directors, managers and supervisors
all should attend. $179 (Register four employees and the fifth is free!); Th, Apr 2, 8:30 AM – 12 PM
Succession Planning: Your Future Depends on It (NEW) - Succession Planning is the process used to identify and prepare talent (candidates and employees)
for key positions in your organization that become vacant as valued contributors leave an organization. Change is inevitable. This course will focus on how to establish a succession plan, identify and manage talent, and prepare people for new, key assignments. You will learn how to identify the key components of Succession Planning, how to
conduct a gap analysis, the importance of a succession summary / outline and much more.$179 (Register four employees and the fifth is free!); Th, Apr 2, 1 – 4:30 PM
How to Give a Performance Appraisal (NEW) - The course is designed to help you give performance appraisals. The importance of using this process to improve
human performance is stressed. The focus is on the future and how to discuss the strengths and developmental needs of employees with positive results. Some organizations
use this as an opportunity to link compensation to performance. Please bring a copy of your organization’s performance appraisal form to discuss. $179 (Register four
employees and the fifth is free!); Th, Mar 19, 1 – 4:30 PM
Building an Effective Team – (NEW) - Many team-building courses focus primarily on the superficial mechanics of effective teams and ignore the major issue at the
root of all team issues -- how to interact with each other. This interactive and engaging session will focus on what is behind effective team functionality and how to build a team.
It will also explore specific techniques to manage your team through their stages of development while creating a supportive culture. You will walk away with practical and easyto-apply techniques that will help in your quest to build and maintain an effective team. $149; Th, Feb 19, 1 – 5 PM
The New Supervisor - The role of the supervisor is one of the most difficult in any organization because he/she is caught between the needs of the employees and the
goals and objectives of upper management. The program is presented in a hands-on and engaging manor. You will learn how to transition to become a supervisor, organizational and planning skills, negotiation and delegation skills, how jobs are designed, job rotation and evaluation, and how to lead and manage employees. You will also learn
methods to motivate and empower people, communications and the importance of being positive. Both new and current supervisors are encouraged to attend. $249 (register
four employees and the fifth is free!); Th, Jan 29, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Fundraising Fundamentals for Nonprofits - Nonprofit organizations rely on fundraising to achieve their mission and strategic goals. Learn about the spectrum of
philanthropic giving programs, from annual giving to capital campaigns, from planned giving as well as the steps of the development process from Karen Buchheit of KP Buchheit. This class also will cover retaining donors through various stewardship methods. $49 (register four employees and the fifth is free!); Wed, Mar 18, 5:15 – 7:15 PM
Warren Owl Prowl – Warren (Adult and Youth) - Who-who-who’s there? Owls are often heard but rarely seen. Join local birder and nature photographer Steve
Dowlan to call for and actually see one of the mysterious and elusive “night shifts” of the bird community. The evening will include a brief discussion of owl natural history. We
will then walk quietly and call for several owl species to bring an owl into view. The site will be close to Warren, with flat, easy trails clear of vegetation. Bring binoculars, good
flashlight, waterproof boots and rain gear. A forecast of steady or heavy rain will require rescheduling. Youth 8 and older may register with a parent. $34; Th, Mar 5, 5:30 –
7:30 PM; Class meets in parking lot in front of the Allegheny National Forest Supervisor's Office, 4 Farm Colony Drive, North Warren