GPC Continuing and Corporate Education Has Arrived at GPC Newton. Now is the time to learn a new skill to enrich your life—and Georgia Perimeter Colleges Continuing and Corporate Education program in Newton County provides you with options to trans­form your life. Whether you're looking for job training or simply hoping to learn a new skill, GPCs Continu ing Education program can help you reach your goals.

Students earn continuing education units and are awarded a certificate of completion for each course completed with satisfactory attendance and coursework.

We hope you enjoy this offering of courses in Newton County. If you would like to suggest future courses or request more information about our current offerings, please call 678-891-3000. You may also visit our Web site at www.gpc.edu/ce.

All on-site courses listed in this brochure will be taught at the Georgia Perimeter College Newton Campus, 239 Cedar Lane, Covington, GA 30014.

Additional courses and certificate programs are offered at Georgia Perimeter Colleges other locations.

Continuing & Corporate Education

newton campus courses Winter/Spring 2009 Course Offerings at GPCs Newton Campus

• • Options to Change Your Life

Georgia Perimeter College Continuing and Corporate Education

Cert i f icate Programs :: Electrocardiography Technician Certificate Program

The electrocardiography technician program prepares you for entry-level employment as an EKG technician. The duties of an EKG technician include preparing the patient for the exam, per­forming the EKG test, maintaining infection control, and having knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy and physiology specific to the practice of cardiology. This program is designed to provide students with the skills needed to successfully sit for the national certification exam. 56 Hours - 5.6 CEU

Required Courses ? Elect tree i Geography I • Electrocardiography II

liability Fee: $35 CRN 70062 Non-refimdahle, non-transferable.

Total Program Fee (including liability fee): $1,033

• Electrocardiography I In this introductory course, you'll learn how electrocardiography is applied in a healthcare setting. You'll develop a working familiarity with the cardiovascular system, its function, its possible pathology and pharmacology and learn to respond to cardiac emergencies. Topics include anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular system, pulmonary and systemic circulation, mechanical and electrical cardiac cycle, mechanical action of tire heart and EKG, action and effect of cardiac drugs, basics of pulmonary and cardiac diseases and CPR/first aid. Textbook required: EKG Technician by Roberta C. Weiss ISBN 0-89303-702-8. Fee: $499 28 hrs. - 2.8 CEU

Tuesdays & Fridays, Mar 17-Apr 7 (6p- lOp) 7 Sessions CRN 70064 Harris

Electrocardiography II Take the information you learned in EKG I and apply it to the EKG technicians practice. Learn to identify cardiac pathology and the effects of cardiac pharmacology on an electrocardiogram. Practice with problem-solving skills will help you function independently as an EKG technician. Topics include patient management in EKG, EKG under special circumstances, characteristics of EKG tracings, and normal and abnormal sinus rhythms. Textbook required: EKG Technician by Roberta C. Weiss ISBN 0-89303-702-8 Fee: $499 28 hrs. - 2.8 CEU

Iuesdays & Fridays, Apr 14 - May 5 (6p-10p) 7 Sessions CRN 70066 Harris

m m Wk Personal Fitness Trainer Certificate Program Prepare to set up and market your own personal trainer business. Leant teaming routines and techniques to get rapid results for your clients. Upon satisfactory completion of the personal fitness trainei: certificate program, you should be prepared to sit for the American Muscle & Fitness Personal Trainer Certification exam. Textbooks and certification examination included. Personal fitness trainers have the potential to earn $50 dollars or more per hour. Many graduates of the program are currently working in commercial gyms or as self-employed independent trainers. GPCs comprehensive program covers topics such as setting up your business, marketing, liability and assessment along with the technical skills you'll need to help your clients meet their goals. Once you have completed the personal fitness trainer certifi­cate course you may choose to enter the exciting fitness industry by joining the staff at a commercial health club or by starting your own training business.

Total Program Fee (including liability fee): $494 18 hrs - 1.8 CEU

Wednesdays, Mar 25 - Apr 29 (6p - 9p) 6 Sessions CRN 70094 T. Williams

Additional Courses • Digital Photography Bring your camera and learn what you need, what you can do and what you can expect to invest in order to create stunning images. Whether you're new to photography or are a long-time profes­sional looking for new avenues, you'll gain important skills from composition to the digital darkroom. Bring your own digital camera with fully charged batteries, an army media card and your owner's manual. Fee: $89 12 hrs. - 1.2 CEU

Mondays & Wednesdays, Apr 6 -CRN 70033

Apr 15 (6p - 9 p) 4 Sessions

".'.] Importing & Exporting Learn the rules and regulations governing international trade while discovering how techniques for importing and exporting can yield returns now and in the future. Our instructor has 28 years of experience as the proprietor of Atlanta Customs and International ! • eight Forwarders, Inc. The last class involves a visit to this facility

land view of a thriving import/export operation. Fee: $139 12 hrs. - 1.2 CEU

Saturdays, Apr 4 - Apr 25 CRN 70045 Hagans

(9a- 12p) 4 Sessions

• The World of Event Planning Whether you're a novice exploring the world of event planning for the first time or a seasoned professional looking for a refresher on the best strategies in the industry, you'll discover the tools you need to ensure great returns and successful events. This four-hour course will help you discover whether you've chosen the right field, understand your role in the industry and make effective choices to ensure success. This course is perfect preparation for those interested in the event planning certificate program. Fee: $129 4 hrs.-.4 CEU

Saturdays, Feb21-Feb28 (10a- 12p)2Sessions CRN 70010 )ackson

Online Certificate Programs & Courses Learn at home, on your own schedule. We offer more than 50 certificate programs online and more than 5,000 individual online courses. Visit our Web site at www.gpc.edu/ce.

How to Enroll: Winter/spring registration begins Dec. 15, 2008. You may enroll by phone, fax, mail or in person. Returning students may register online. Online registration dates are Oct. 27,2008 - Jan. 11,2009.

For registration information, please contact the Registration Office at 678-891-3000, or by fax at 678-891-3035. To request a catalog, please visit our Web site at www.gpc.edu/ce.

We accept all major credit and debit cards including VISA, MasterCard, American Express and Discover. We also accept company vouchers, continuing education loans and other alter­native funding.

Contact Us Georgia Perimeter College Continuing and Corporate Education Phone: 678-891-3000 Fax: 678-891-3035 www.gpc.edu/ ce coned@gpc.edu

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