Professional Development

Act 48 for Educators . . . by Design!

Easy Classroom Podcasting

Have you ever felt like you just can't reach your students? They speak the language of technology while you speak the language of, well, teachers. But what if there was a bridge between the two? In this professional training course for teachers, you'll learn how to make a podcast that creates a memorable learning experience for your students. You'll find their interest reignited when you start using their favorite formats: audio, images, and video. You won't even need an iPod or a big budget to harness the power of podcasting in your classroom.

ECPED 0038
$89
Approved Hours: 24 (Act 48)

Become a Reading Teacher . . . (Learn How to Teach Like One)

Learn the strategies that reading teachers use to help students master content material across disciplines. Discover ways to build vocabulary, fluency and comprehension. Practice techniques to enhance critical-thinking skills through predicting, inferring, analyzing and synthesizing text. Explore how to help students connect and respond to text in ways that will make text meaningful and encourage lifelong learning.

Alice Urbanski
Newtown Campus
$59
OCPED 0565 C01
Sa, 10/10, 9 am-4 pm
Approved Hours: 6 (Act 48)

Small Business Management

Starting or Growing Your Own Business

Ready to start a new business or revitalize your present one?? Let successful small business men & women guide you through the process of creating a business plan; determining your legal, insurance and licensing needs; marketing and sales techniques; how to obtain financing; and MOTIVATION - the real key to success! Each interactive session will be led by a speaker with expertise in that topic.

Members of SCORE (Counselors to America’s Small Business)
Lower Bucks Campus
$119/WSBEN 0103 C50
5 W, 11/4-12/9 (no class 11/25), 7-9 pm

Financial Budgeting, Modeling and Analysis

Here is a thorough review of financial methods and techniques required to understand the life-cycle needs of a business and application of related principles to personal financial accountability. Areas include potential challenges in financial planning and analysis, review of short-term and long-term financial needs, identifying drivers of profitability vs. long-term solvency, effects of market culture on long-term solvency, and the potential dangers of current corporate cultures and their affect on personal financial responsibilities.

Robert J. Trombetta, M.B.A.
Newtown Campus
$149/ WSMCE 2240 C01
6 W, 9/23-10/28, 6-9 pm
Approved Hours: 18 (CPA)

Writing for Publication: How to Create and Sell Articles to Newspapers, Magazines and Online

Yes, newspapers and print publications are going through a big transition, but they still need freelance writers, perhaps now more than ever. General and specialized magazines, and community publications, all are calling for good writers. And online? The opportunities abound for "content providers." Veteran journalist and author Susan Van Dongen will give the inside scoop on what it takes to craft entertaining, informative and marketable articles, interviews, reviews, essays and editorial pieces.

Susan Van Dongen
Newtown Campus
$99/WSBEN 0122 C01
7 W, 9/16-10/28, 7-9 pm

Lead Safety for Renovation, Repair and Painting

This course is intended to reach renovators, remodelers, painters, maintenance personnel, and any other workers removing or modifying painted surfaces. It is required to obtain EPA certification as a Certified Renovator, which will enhance your credentials as a private contractor and also satisfy HUD requirements for interim controls training in Federally-assisted target housing.

Jim Quigley, MS, BBEC
Newtown Campus
$180/WTMCO 1301 C01

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ProTrain Online

Your Key to Green: All courses are online. Start any time unless otherwise noted. Detailed information and online registration available at http://www.theknowledgebase.org/bucks/.

Certified Indoor Environmentalist (CIE) 32 Hours/ 3-month access

This in-depth course is designed for indoor air quality professionals looking to advance their education beyond the basics. You’ll learn about contaminants, health effects, HVAC systems, building science, assessments, sampling, equipment and more.

$1,000/TTMCO 1000 C30

Certified Microbial Investigator (CMI) 28 Hours/ 3-month access

The Certified Microbial Investigator (CMI) Course equips you with the ability to perform thorough mold investigations of all different building types. You’ll learn about microbial contaminants, their health effects, building science, assessments, sampling and remediation. Get sample checklists, report outlines, contracts and remediation specifications.

$800/TTMCO 1004 C30

Certified Indoor Air Quality Manager (CIAQM) 28 Hours/ 3-month access

Are you a facility manager, building engineer or property owner that is interested in how indoor air quality (IAQ) affects the occupants of your space? The Certified Indoor Air Quality Manager (CIAQM) course is designed to help you diagnose indoor environmental problems in your building, correct those problems, and prevent them from ever happening again. The course gives you practical steps to establish an IAQ Management Plan for your facility that will help you collect, log and resolve air quality complaints.

$800/TTMCO 1001 C30

Fundamentals of Solar Hot Water Heating 60 hours

This course will provide the solar hot water installer/technician/contractor with fundamental technical knowledge on solar assisted heating in order to acquire and advance in design, installation and servicing responsibilities as the market for solar assisted water heating progresses.

$695/TTMCO1005 C30/ 9/7-11/16 (registration deadline 8/30)

Green Building Sales Professional 40 Hours/ 6-month access

Many homeowners are desiring and even insisting that their home be earthfriendly, affordable to operate and healthy to live in. This course will teach you how to sell and market a green home! Determine what green features and benefits make the most sense, save the most money and save natural resources! Learn how new and exciting marketing techniques work! This track is designed specifically with a slant to selling products within a green home or selling a green certified home.

$395/TTMCO 1006 C30

Certified Sustainability Professional 50 Hours/ 45-day access

In Partnership with Green Supply Chain.org, the CSP certification program is designed to give our graduates a great balance e of core sustain ability topics to enable them to stand out individually or to step into a sustain ability leadership role with confidence.

$1,299/TTMCO 1007 C30

Green Supply Chain Professional GSCP 50 Hours/ 5-month access)

A re you a professional seeking to make yourself more competitive or trying to create a new career opportunity for your self in today’s job market? Now you can conveniently get the training you need for yourself, your team, or your entire company--and you don’t have to blow your budget or change your schedule. In Partnership with Green Supply Chain.org, the GSCP certification program is designed to give our graduates a comprehensive knowledge of the sustainability areas confronting supply chain and operations professionals. This program will provide the graduate with very unique credentials and experience.

$1,499/TTMCO 1008 C30

LEED Green Associate Exam Prep 8 Hours / 2-month access /Exam Simulation (self-paced)

For professionals who want to demonstrate green building expertise in non-technical fields of practice, GBCI has created the LEED Green Associate credential, which denotes basic knowledge of green design, construction, and operations. The Green Associate credential also serves as the first step for professionals pursuing a LEED AP specialization. New Tier I credential that attests to demonstrated knowledge and skill in understanding and supporting green design, construction, and operations.

$225/TTST 0101 C30

". . . Coming Soon! . . ."

Renewable Energy . . .Wind Power . . . Is it for you?

This three-hour overview class is designed to introduce business owners, homeowners, municipal professionals, schools, churches, and farming interests to the feasibility and application of Wind Turbines to lower their energy costs. You will learn how to evaluate this potential source of renewable energy for residential and commercial applications. Topics include: Site Assessment; Product Evaluation (vertical and horizontal wind turbines); Power Development/Demands; Installation; and the Maintenance/Repair of a wind turbine. This course is designed for (but not limited to) Homeowners, VP of Operations, Facilities Managers, Corporate Environmental Officers, Code Officers and Accounting/Finance Managers.

Career & Employment

You Can’t Use It If You Can’t Find It!

Email. . .Paper mail. . .Voice Mail. . .These are the words that start most people on tirades about the amount they get, the confusion over what to do with it, the demands it makes and how it consumes their time. Yet, information is power. Harness paper and electronic information before it gets away by understanding storage and retrieval methods. Handle email confidently and efficiently, write succinctly, and know when to avoid email. Use Outlook® in practical ways that reduce wasted time and frustration, while increasing credibility. We'll discuss organizational basics, information management, and ways to make email the effective tool it was designed to be.

Leslie Robison, Certified Professional Organizer in Chronic Disorganization (CPO-CD)
Newtown Campus
$39/WSMCE 2200 C01
Th, 10/29, 6:30-9:30 pm
Approved Hours: 3 (Act 48, CAC, CPA)

Beat the Clock!

(Time management without turning you into a robot)

Time and attention are increasingly limited as demands increase. Understanding and using time management techniques improves credibility, reduces energy- and focus-stealing stress, and creates better relationships. Learn different techniques to view, plan and use time to have more fulfilling and productive days. Outlook® 2007 calendar and tasks will be demonstrated.

Leslie Robison, Certified Professional Organizer in Chronic Disorganization (CPO-CD)
Newtown Campus
$39/WSMCE 2201 C01
M, 9/21, 6:30-9:30 pm
Approved Hours: 3 (Act 48, CAC, CPA)

Essentials of the Job Search: Developing Your Workplace Strengths

This course will help you in your job search. You will learn the essential elements of an effective job search campaign, focusing on personal strengths that you can offer prospective employers. In session one, you will understand what companies expect of employees and will create an inventory of competencies, skills, and abilities that you can use successfully in a new position. Session two will provide guidelines for effective written documents: resume and letters. The third session will include communication skills for networking and interviewing. Additional post-course coaching will be available.

Emil J. Sadloch
Newtown Campus
$189/WSCME 1451 WB1
3 F, 10/2-10/16, 8 am -12 pm

Dynamic Presentations Using Theatre Skills

Learn how to apply the craft of acting and theatre to the business world. This dynamic workshop will introduce you to effective presentation and interview techniques. Working through the three “tools” of the actor - body, voice, and imagination, you will learn how to use your voice more effectively, release physical tension for the most vibrant presentations, and to tap spontaneity and creativity for added dynamics to any interview or presentation.

Susan Lehman, M.F.A.
Newtown Campus
$39 (plus $12 book fee)/WSMCE 2210 C01
Sa, 9/26, 10 am-1 pm
Approved Hours: 3 (Act 48, CAC)

Information Systems for Business Decisions

This course shows how information technology and systems can enable businesses and other types of organizations to make decisions to meet current and future goals. The course emphasizes that sound human judgment and planning are necessary when developing, acquiring, and using often complex, sophisticated information systems. Examples "torn from the headlines" will show how organizations have successfully (and in some cases unsuccessfully) applied information systems to solve current problems and create strategic opportunities for future growth. Concepts and technologies discussed in the course will help students understand the requirements for productive use of information systems by individuals and groups of all sizes.

Michael P. Mueller, M.S., M.B.A.
Newtown Campus
$119 (plus $68 book fee)/WSMCE 2220 C01
3 W, 11/4-11/18, 6:30-9:30 pm

Honesty for Hire

Learn how to effectively screen applicants during the interview process by making use of all available resources. This is a serious discipline and requires a thorough understanding of the entire interview process including: understanding the significance of the interview process; shortcomings in the traditional hiring process; staging the interview room; conditioning the applicant to tell the truth; working with HR to review all questions; positioning the questions; asking the questions; identifying and evaluating verbal and non-verbal cues indicative of deception; asking follow-up questions to responses indicative of deception. This training will equip you with the skills that provide immediate results.

Jim McGuffey, M.S.
Newtown Campus
$39/ WSMCE 2202 C01
Tu, 9/22, 6-9 pm

For Executives Only Consortium of Human Resource Professionals

Rightsizing - Doing it Right - Implementing and Managing Transition in Your Organization

This session is focused on supporting executives who are responsible for planning and implementing the painful process of rightsizing their organization. Specific areas covered include change management, key communication techniques and the development of transition plans. These strategies will teach you to implement a successful organizational change while supporting your workforce throughout the process -- prior to, during and following the changes. Consideration of separation package options including severance, compensation and benefits will be highlighted.

Newtown Campus
$119 (plus $39 materials fee)/ WSMCE 2230 C01
3 Th, 10/15-10/29, 6:30-9:30 pm

Strategies to Restore Productivity and Retention of Winning Talent

Explore the importance of creating effective strategies following an organizational ‘rightsizing’ implementation. You will have the opportunity to learn about the value of comprehensive communications and focus on the development of a Retention Action Plan. The plan will incorporate critical business goals and the evaluation of attrition risks to help formulate plans to restore operational norms, maintain productivity and retain winning talent.

Newtown Campus
$89 (plus $79 materials fee)/ WSMCE 2231 C01
2 Th, 11/3-11/10, 6:30-9:30 pm

Certified Alcohol Counselor

Pediatric Bipolar Disorder

Bipolar disorder is frequently being diagnosed in children today. In this course, we'll discuss the symptomatology of childhood bipolar disorder (CBD), how it differs from adult bipolar disorder, differences between CBD and ADHD, treatment options, and how to work with schools to develop effective Individual Education Plans for children. Michael Saraceno, M.B.A.

Newtown Campus
$65
OCOUN 2263 C01
Sa, 9/19, 9 am-4 pm
Approved Hours: 6 (Treatment Planning/ CAC/Act 48)

Managing Anger in a Frustrating World

The manifestation of anger and aggressive behaviors are at extremely high levels in our society. This course will provide an overview of anger: where anger comes from, how anger emerges and manifests itself, the recognition of anger, and the soothing of anger. Beyond selfregulation, additional medication and therapeutic techniques will be addressed.
Michael Saraceno, M.B.A.

Newtown Campus
$65
OCOUN 0230 C01
Sa, 10/10, 9 am-4 pm
Approved Hours: 6 (Treatment Planning/ CAC/Act 48)
Social Workers: approved 6 hours

Understanding Older Adults and Substance Abuse

The unique vulnerabilities, diagnostic challenges and treatment needs of seniors who abuse substances are our focus. Activities challenge participants’ attitudes about seniors and substances sensitize us to the special risks seniors face when using drugs and alcohol. The workshop process of examining assessment materials increases comfort in discussing substance issues with the older population.
Linda Flower, LCSW

Newtown Campus
$49
OCOUN 2300 C01
Sa, 10/24, 9 am-noon
(SW CEU’S NJ can be sought - 3 credit hours Pa. SW CEU’s #SWCE090744 - NHA and CALA credit approval can be sought - 3 hour workshop)

Seniors' Mental Health: Assessment and Treatment

Due to various medical and social factors, the elderly are uniquely vulnerable to mental health problems. Yet societal expectations, isolation and family denial are barriers to treatment for many. In addition, assessment is complicated by dementia and medical issues. And typical treatment methods need to be adapted for seniors. We need to learn about the most common problems for the elderly; depression and anxiety; and caregiving and grief, to help most effectively.
Linda Flower, LCSW

Newtown Campus
$49
OCOUN 2303 C01
Sa, 10/24, 1-4 pm
3 NJ SW clinical CEU’s - NHA and CALA credit approval applied for-- - 3 hour workshop

Autism Spectrum Disorders

A diagnosis of autism is often devastating for parents. This course will provide an overview of autism spectrum disorders, including prevalence, etiology, diagnosis, and treatment. In addition, information will be provided on working with schools and the development of Individual Education Plans. Appropriate discipline techniques at home will also be addressed. Finally, the main message is that there is hope for these kids and parents. With early intervention, many of these children can excel in both the social and academic realms.
Michael Saraceno, M.B.A.

Newtown Campus
$65
OCOUN 2269 C01
Sa, 11/14, 9 am-4 pm
Approved Hours: 6 (Treatment Planning/ CAC/Act 48)

Normal Anxiety and Anxiety Disorder

Whether we experience an anxiety disorder or occasional anxiety it is uncomfortable. The difference between an anxiety disorder and normal anxiety is highlighted. Attendees learn a variety of effective treatment techniques for normal anxiety and the disorders. You leave with tools to reduce the anxiety you and your clients, experience.
Linda Flower, LCSW

Newtown Campus
$49
OCOUN 2225 C01
Sa, 11/21, 9 am-noon
SW CEU’s NJ can be sought - 3 hours NHA and CALA #0708-02 - 3 hour workshop

Physical Disabilities: Improving our Understanding and Sensitivity

Disabilities and their effects on everyday life are as varied as the people who experience them. Their origins, stability and visibility differ as does each person’s physical and emotional response to their disability. We explore those differences through discussion and experiential exercises. Environmental and societal barriers, including significant discrimination, are generally more disabling then the disability itself. We consider that and other issues significant when counseling someone with a disability and the important basics of disability etiquette.
Linda Flower, LCSW

Newtown Campus
$49
OCOUN 1702 C01
Sa, 11/21, 1-4 pm
3 clinical and cultural competency SW CEU’s NJNHA and CALA’s approval can be sought - 3 hour workshop.

Emotional Intelligence: The Key to Life Success

Emotional intelligence is the innate potential to feel, use, communicate, recognize, remember, describe, identify, learn from, manage, understand and explain emotions. Explore the major components of Emotional Intelligence including knowing our own emotions, managing our own emotions, motivating ourselves, recognizing the emotions of others, and handling relationships.
Michael Saraceno, M.B.A.

Newtown Campus
$65
OCOUN 2274 C01
Sa, 12/5, 9 am-4 pm
Approved Hours: 6 (Act 48/CAC)

Real Estate

In Fall 2008 the PA Real Estate Commission adopted a required continuing education course for standard salespersons who have been licensed less than 2.5 years before the end of reporting cycle (i.e. 12/01/07 for the 05/21/10 reporting period). The course includes 3 separate modules; one 7-hour required general module (Real Estate 101: General Practice) and a choice of two 7-hour modules, (Commercial Real Estate Sales or Residential Real Estate Sales). While licensed salespersons who are taking their MCE for the first time are required to take the general module and 1 of the electives, all licensees will receive MCE credit for these modules, regardless of number of years as a licensee. Additionally, Bucks County Community College has structured and designed the three modules so that they would have wide appeal to all licensees. These modules form the core of BCCC’s MCE offerings, with the addition of four 3.5-hour courses. It is the responsibility of the individual licensees to meet the continuing education requirements and to know if they must take the Commission-developed courses.

Real Estate 101: General Practice, 2008-2010 7-Hour General CE Module

This course focuses on the duties of the licensee and the terms and conditions of the Pennsylvania Association of Realtors (PAR) Standard Agreement for the Sale of Real Estate and addenda.

$75
OREAL 0016 WB1-WB3, W50, W70-71

Newtown Campus
WB1/ 2 Tu, 10/6 & 10/13, 9 am-12:30 pm/ T. Fenerty
WB2/ 2 Tu, 3/16/10 & 3/23/10, 6-9:30 pm/ D.B. McCoy, Esq.
WB3/ Tu & Th, 5/11/10 & 5/13/10, 6-9:30 pm/ T. Fenerty

Lower Bucks Campus
T Fenerty/ W50/ 2 Tu, 1/19/10 & 1/26/10, 9 am-12:30 pm

Upper Bucks Campus
T. Browning
W70/ 2 Tu, 10/20 & 10/27, 6-9:30 pm
W71/ 2 Tu, 4/20/10 & 4/27/10, 6-9:30 pm

Residential Real Estate, 2008-2010 7-Hour Elective CE Module

This course covers the documentation, financial, process and procedural requirements to bring closure to the home sale process.

$75
OREAL 0018 WB1-WB3, W50, W70-W71
Newtown Campus

WB1/ 2 Tu, 11/3 & 11/10, 9 am-12:30 pm/ T. Fenerty
WB2/ 2 Tu, 4/6/10 & 4/13/10, 6-9:30 pm/ D.B. McCoy, Esq.
WB3/ Tu & W, 5/18/10 & 5/19/10, 6-9:30 pm/ T. Fenerty

Lower Bucks Campus
T. Fenerty
W50/ 2 Tu, 2/2/10 & 2/9/10, 9 am-12:30 pm

Upper Bucks Campus
T. Browning
W70/ 2 Tu, 11/10 & 11/17, 6-9:30 pm
W71/ 2 Tu, 5/4/10 & 5/11/10, 6-9:30 pm

Commercial Real Estate, 2008-10 7-Hour Elective CE Module

This course covers the intricacies of the contracts related to the sale or purchase of commercial real estate, including Agreement for the Sale of Commercial Real Estate, letters of intent, and leases. Also covered are issues associated with
property management.

T. Laskowski
$75
OREAL 0019 WB1-WB2, W70

Newtown Campus
WB1/ 2 Tu, 11/17 & 11/24, 1-4:30 pm
WB2/ 2 Tu, 2/16/10 & 2/23/10, 1-4:30 pm

Upper Bucks Campus
W70/ 2 Tu/ 5/18/10 & 5/25/10, 1-4:30 pm

IRC §1031 Tax Deferred Exchanges of Real And Personal Property, 2008-10 3.5-Hour Elective CE Course

This course addresses the requirements established by IRC §1031 Tax Deferred Exchanges of Real and Personal Property legislation and how it protects investors from capital gain taxes as well as facilitating significant portfolio growth and
increased return on investment.

$40
OREAL 0004 WB1-WB3, W70

Newtown Campus
S. Rotkowitz, Esq
WB1/ Tu, 12/1, 9 am-12:30 pm
WB2/ Tu, 2/23/10, 9 am-12:30 pm
WB3/ Tu, 4/20/10, 9 am-12:30 pm

Upper Bucks Campus
A. Pincus, Esq.
W70/ Tu, 5/11/10, 9 am-12:30 pm

The Sub Prime Meltdown and Real Estate Financing in the 21st Century, 2008-2010 3.5-Hour Elective CE Course

As we struggle through one of the most momentous periods in mortgage history, this course examines three areas of utmost importance to anyone who needs to advise clients about options for financing real estate: the flow of mortgage capital and the “Subprime Meltdown”; the effects of recent changes on the programs and practices of mortgage lenders; and the consequences of newly adopted restrictions on mortgage financing, the secondary mortgage market, and the economy in the near future.

J. Fijalkowski
$40
OREAL 0015 WB1-WB2, W50, W70
Approved Hours: 3.5 (CPA)

Newtown Campus
WB1/ Tu, 12/8, 9-12:30 am
WB2/ Tu, 2/15/10, 9-12:30 pm

Lower Bucks Campus
W50/ Tu, 3/30/10, 9 am-12:30 pm

Upper Bucks Campus
W70/ Tu, 5/4/10, 1-4:30 pm

PA Home Inspection Law, 2008-2010 3.5-Hour Elective CE Course

This course covers statutory provisions regulating home inspectors and the performance of home inspections; the scope of the home inspection; the services to be performed; the home inspection report.

J. Milne
Newtown Campus
$40
OREAL 0003/WB1-WB3
WB1/ Tu, 10/27, 9 am-12:30 pm
WB2/ Tu, 3/9/10, 6-9:30 pm
WB3/ W, 5/19/10, 1-4:30 pm

Ethics for the Real Estate Professional, 2008-2010 3.5-Hour Elective CE Course

This course addresses the REALTOR Code of Ethics and how it establishes a professional standard of conduct for real estate licensees. Meet your quadrennial requirement of 2.5 hours of ethics instruction.

$40
OREAL 0006 WB1-WB2, W50, W70-W71

Newtown Campus
T. Fenerty
WB1/ Tu, 10/20, 6-9:30 pm
WB2/ Tu, 3/2/10, 9 am-12:30 pm

Lower Bucks Campus
T. Fenerty
W50/ Th, 5/20/10, 9 am-12:30 pm

Upper Bucks Campus
T. Browning
W70/ Tu, 12/8, 6-9:30 pm
W71/ Th, 5/13/10, 6-9:30 pm

Certified Public Accountant

Many BCCC Continuing Education courses provide Continuing Professional Education credits for CPAs. For more information on the eligibility of a specific course, please contact Georgina Taylor, 215-968-8268 or taylorg@bucks.edu.

Eligible courses include:

  • Finance & Accounting for Nonfinancial Managers
  • How to Plan & Manage Your Company Budget
  • You Can't Use It If You Can't Find It!,
  • Beat the Clock
  • Financial Budgeting, Modeling & Analysis
  • Introduction to Microsoft
  • Outlook 2007
  • QuickBooks
  • Access 2007
  • Excel
  • The Sub Prime Meltdown
  • Wills Trusts & Elder Law
  • Bankruptcy

School Superintendents . . . . (Coming Spring 2010!)

Leading for Accountability

A Leadership Program for School Superintendents

Effective leadership at the school district level is one of the more complex and demanding tasks imaginable - equivalent in many important respects to the challenges faced every day by the chief executive officers of sizeable corporations or major nonprofit organizations. This new program is aimed at the chief executive officers o f school districts, namely, superintendents, assistant superintendents and principals of all levels of experience. A true team experience will create a more immediate alignment of purpose and help achieve a more coordinated use of the quality tools and leadership practices that are at the heart of this program. Offered with Performance Excellence Group, LLC.

For more information about this program, please contact Carol D. Mikulski, mikulski@bucks.edu