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America's Boating Course

The America's Boating Course covers the basics of recreational boating and is designed for boaters using all types of watercraft.  The course will include boat education, boating safety and boating law and regulations.  This class meets the new North Carolina regulations requiring boating safety education.  These classes are open to individuals 14 and older.  Students must bring a passport size photo to the class which will be used for the certification after the completion of the class.

America's Boating Course

May 18-May 20, 2010

M,T,W

6pm-9pm

Larry Mallonee

$35.00
includes textbook

47164

America's Boating Course

June 8 - June 10, 2010

M,T,W

6pm-9pm

Larry Mallonee

$35.00
includes textbook

47165

America's Boating Course

June 22-June 24, 2010

M,T,W

6pm-9pm

Larry Mallonee

$35.00
includes textbook

47166

E-Bay:  The Basics of Selling on E-Bay

This 3-hour hands-on course is a fantastic way to promote a step-by-step approach to individuals ready for seller experience using the world's leading online marketplace.

April 12, 2010

CVCC Auditorium

M

6:00pm - 9:00 pm

Nicky Hawks

$35.00

44202

Bridge to Success in Grammar and Writing

This course encourages and helps students to improve their proficiency in basic grammar and fundamental writing skills.  Major grammatical errors, sentence structure and punctuation will be emphasized.

February 2 - April 8, 2010

CVCC EC 1010

T/TH

9:30am-11:30am

Judy Barkley

$75.00

44143

Healing:  Complimentary Methods of Healing

Are you looking to take initiative and control over your health?  This workshop is designed to cover the basics of medicinal plants and hands-on techniques.  In addition, cognitive therapy is explored as a means of helping individuals move away from a disease model and into a wellness model of living.  This course will be offered by Michelle Hanrahn Ellwanger, a licensed professional counselor and practicing Reiki master.

February 20, 2010

CVCC EC 970

S

9am - 12pm

Michelle Hanrahn Ellwanger

$25.00

44286

Concealed Carry Handgun Classes

Learn the requirements of the new concealed handgun permit law. Topics include when and where a person can carry a concealed handgun and the use of deadly force. You must be 21 years of age to take this class.

March 13, 2010  **FULL** CVCC East Campus, Rm. 1009 S 9am - 9pm Jack Simons $75.00 44196
April 12 - April 14, 2010 CVCC East Campus, Rm. 1009 M,T,W 6pm - 10pm Jack Simons $75.00 44197
April 24, 2010 CVCC Alexander Center. Rm. 103 S 9am - 9pm Jack Simons $75.00 44198
May 8, 2010 CVCC East Campus, Rm. 1009 S 9am - 9pm Jack Simons $75.00 44199
May 17 - May 19, 2010 CVCC Alexander Center, Rm. 103 M,T,W 6pm - 10pm Jack Simons $75.00 44203

Creative Writing

Designed for the beginner as well as the advanced writer, this is a general creative writing workshop.  Participants will learn how to craft strong fiction and poetry as well as engaging in peer critqueof their work.

March 22 - April 26, 2010

CVCC AC

M

6pm - 9pm

Kevin Keck

$45.00

44846

Dog Obedience Training--Basic

Is your dog the boss in the family?  Are you embarassed by your dog's habits such as excessive barking or jumping up on people?  Does your dog take "you" for a run in the park?  If you answered yes to any of these questions, this class is for you.  Dogs must be at least 5 months old and dogs with agression problems are not accepted.  Call 828-327-7000, Ext. 4150 to speak to Arlene Freeman for additional information. 

March 13 - May 1,
2010

3/13-East Campus Rm 1050
Remainder of the class will be
at Southside Park in Newton

S

3/13/10-10am - 11:30 am
Remainder of the class will be
from 10am - 11:30am

Arlene Freeman

$50.00

44273

CLASS IS
   FULL

March 13 - May 1,
2010

3/13-East Campus Rm. 1050
Remainder of the class will be
at Southside Park in Newton

S

3/13/10-9am - 11 am
Remainder of the class will from
12pm - 1:30pm

Arlene Freeman

$50.00

44274

CLASS IS FULL

March 23 - May 4, 2010

3/23-East Campus Rm. 1009
Remainder of the class will be at the East Campus Parking Lot

T

3/23/10-6pm-8pm
Remainder of the class
will be from
6pm - 7:30pm

Arlene Freeman

$50.00

47259 

 

GED in Spanish

Taught in Spanish, this class is designed to prepare students to take their GED exams.

March 20 - May 15, 2010
No class on April 3, 2010

CVCC East Campus
Rm. 955

S

12:00pm - 4:00pm

Sonia Calderon

$70.00

44280

March 16 - May 4, 2010

Maiden High School

T

5:30pm-9:30pm

Sonia Calderon

$70.00

47130

Getting Paid to Talk

This one day class takes a realistic and entertaining look at the positive and negative components of building success as a voice actor.

March 30, 2010

CVCC East Campus
Rm. 975

T

6:30pm-9:00pm

Paul Greenberg

$25.00

44270

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PHONE: (828) 327-7037 OR

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Updated 03.15.2010: Community Service Personal Enrichment