Special Interest & Personal Development
American Sign Language
*Next Level Learning (NL): These classes are one with academic rigor and includes assignments, assessments, and projects. If you do not wish to complete these requirements, please speak to the instructor. Spaces are limited in these classes.
American Sign Language RCEGN-8877-C01
10/7 - 12/9 6:30 - 8:30pm
This class is an introduction to American Sign Language (ASL), one of the primary languages used by the Deaf community in the United States. This class is intended for absolute beginners with no prior knowledge of ASL, and will be taught by a Deaf individual. You will be introduced to ASL grammar, Deaf culture, and the history of Deaf culture and ASL.
Book required: A Basic Course in American Sign Language (Second Edition). Available on Amazon. Approx. $40 and used in all levels of ASL.
*This course is Act 48 Approved
Deaf-Hearing Communication Center (DHCC)
American Sign Language II RCEGN 8881 C01
10/6 - 12/8 6:30 - 8:30pm
This is the second level of American Sign Language (ASL) classes. This class is intended for beginners with some prior knowledge of ASL – specifically, students who have already taken and passed ASL I or who have been evaluated into this level (in case of students who already have prior knowledge but didn’t take classes with us). In this class, you will continue to learn ASL vocabulary, ASL grammar, Deaf culture, and the history of Deaf culture and ASL. This class is taught by a Deaf individual.
Book required: A Basic Course in American Sign Language (Second Edition)
Available on Amazon. Approx. $40 and used in all levels of ASL.
BOOTCAMP TO INDEPENDENCE: Special Education Community Series
DESIGN & DIY
DIY Home Improvement RCEGN-6966-C01
10/20 - 11/17 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Beth Allen, Do-It-Yourself expert, contractor and designer returns to teach her popular 5-week course on home improvement and design. This course is ideal for new homeowners, DIY beginners and those with DIY experience as well. Course offerings cover the following topics: Tool basics, painting and design, electric and plumbing basics, weatherization, caulking and walls (fixing and hanging items). On the third class, you will bring your own drill to class and master its use with Beth’s guidance.
GAMING
Mah Jongg - Live Online RCEGN-8652-C01
10/14 - 11/4 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Originating in China about 2,000 years ago, Mah Jongg is an exciting, engaging and fun game using tiles to form hands, much like rummy. Learn to play the American version, using The National Mah Jongg League rules and card. Neilia Makadok, B.S.
Note: Registration will close on October 3rd to allow class materials to arrive on time.
Includes $18 material fee.
LITERATURE & FILM
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GRE Prep Series
GRE Preparation – Part 1 (Verbal)
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GRE Preparation – Part 2 (Quantitative)
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TRAVEL
How to Travel Free & Make Money Traveling RCEGN-2032-C01
10/4 12:00pm - 3:00pm
We’re back to our travels! Everything is getting more expensive, so how do we make our travel free? Learn how to find the deep travel discounts motivating us to see the world. If you are retired, changing careers, a student, or someone who likes the idea of making additional income to support your travel dream, this class is for you. World traveler Gina Henry shows you how she has traveled for free to 100 countries and all 50 states. Plus learn important tips on travel safety, trip insurance, affordable retirement opportunities & other inspirational life enhancing strategies. Earn free airline tickets, hotel nights, tours, cruises & more! Volunteer, fun work-vacations, paid travel, teach English, mystery shopping, importing, drop shipping & remote employment opportunities. Gina teaches this online class while she is traveling all over the US & worldwide for free. Tuition includes Gina’s 100-page digital book “How to Travel Free & Safely” (a $39.95 value). Go to www. GinaHenry.com for more instructor information.
The cost of the course includes materials.
The Secrets of Travel-Hacking Free Air, Hotels & Cash Back RCEGN-2035-C01
10/11 12:00pm - 3:00pm
You can earn hundreds of thousands of airline frequent flyer miles and hotel reward points without ever stepping foot on a plane or paying for a hotel and then redeem them for highvalue trips. Flights and hotels are typically the most expensive part of your vacation budget. Gina will show you her easy “Beginner Strategy” then graduate you to more advanced strategies that earn you 1 million+ reward points a year. All the major reward programs will be detailed. Also learn tips for flying business and first class. Gina Henry, founder of Go Global, Inc, has been a professional traveler for over 26 years and earns 15 free airline tickets and dozens of free hotel nights each year. Tuition in includes instructors 70-page digital book “The Secrets of Traveling Hacking - Free Air, Hotels & Cash Back” (a $39.95 value). Go to www.GinaHenry.com for more instructor information.
The cost of the course includes materials (book).
Get Paid to Teach English: Overseas, in the USA & Online RCEGN 9039 C01
Learn how to get paid to teach English abroad or online -no certification or foreign language skills required. Gina Henry shares how she has taught and traveled to over 100 countries, with options ranging from free vacations to full-time jobs earning up to $90k/year. This online class includes a 100-page digital book ($39.95 value) with top certification programs, jobs leads, and strategies to market yourself.
Make Money Mystery Shopping - Get paid to Shop RCEGN 9040 C01
Love to shop? Learn how to turn your shopping trips - both in-store and online - into paid assignments, from free meals and hotel stays to groceries and gas. Taught by travel expert Gina Henry, this class shows you how to find legitimate, high-paying, mystery shopping companies, avoid scams, and land the best assignments. Tuition includes her 100 page digital books, Mystery Shopping - Get Paid to Shop ($39.95 value).