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Enrichment Studies18ENRICHMENT STUDIESDiane Gahagan, Director, Educational Programs & Workforce Development / Catherine Vesey, Assistant Director, Educational ProgramsPERSONAL SKILLSLA-388, Section SA11-QCHosting a Dinner PartyTake the stress out of hosting dinners bymastering the strategies of successful hosts.This seminar covers all of the steps frominception to conclusion. Topics include: hostas leader, food and beverage planning,guests with special dietary/allergy and otherneeds, facilitating guest interaction,conversation strategies, creation of cozyambiance, service styles and procedures.Students will create their individual dinnerparty planner. 6 hrs.• Saturday, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.November 14 & 21$90 • 2 sessions • Nikolaus ChristmannLA-166, Section SA11-QCEtiquette and Table Manners forBusiness and Social OccasionsWouldn’t you love to be at ease... anywhere!Learn basic social skills through hands-onpractice and discussion — from acceptingan invitation to sending the “thank you” note.The instructor provides individualizedguidance in body posture and table utensils(place setting on display), and illustrates keyaspects of behavior. Take-home a list ofsuggested readings. 3 hrs.• Saturday, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.November 7$35 (+ $15 registration fee) • 1 sessionNikolaus ChristmannLA-175, Section SA11-QCBridal Make-upWhether you are the bride to be or a memberof the bridal party, the mother(s) of the brideor would you just like to learn how to do bridalmake-up for a business this class will helpyou to identify the dos and don’ts of bridalmakeup. What colors look best and whichtypes of cosmetics perform better in front ofthe camera. Learn the tricks and techniquesthat professionals use that will create abeautiful radiant face using makeup thatlooks natural and lasts throughout the day.One student will be “made-up” as a model.3 hrs• Saturday, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.September 26$70 • 1 session • Dina WeilLA-132, Section TH11-QCMake-Up Madness:How to Put Your Make-Up On WhenYour Face is Getting OlderAre you still putting your make-up on the wayyou did in high school? Would you like to seesome techniques to polish your professionalappearance? This is the place for you!Discover anti-aging skin care routines thatwork best for your skin tone. Explore thecolors that are most flattering for your hairand make-up. Join us for an interactiveworkshop that is FUN and informative.(Please bring a mirror). 3 hrs• Thursday, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.October 24$60 • 1 session • Dina WeilLA-201, Section RS21-QCMotorcycle MaintenanceKeep your bike running! Do your ownmotorcycle maintenance, tune-ups, troubleshooting,and minor repairs. 8 hours in theclassroom and 21 lab hours. Open to thoseinterested in all brands of bikes. Includes:basic engine theory, electrics, fuel systems,lubrication and maintenance, brakes, tires,tools, trouble-shooting. Class size limited.29 hrs.• Thursday, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.October 15 - November 5Saturday, 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.October 24 - November 7(Bring lunch)$255 • 7 sessions • Armen AmirianMONEY MANAGEMENTLearn how to make your money work harderfor you: Meet your expenses, protect yourassets, and make your investments grow!LA-149, Section WE21-QCHow To Survive and Thrive InToday’s Tough TimesWith today’s economic pressures, we needto manage our finances wisely. This surveycourse will teach you the skills needed tomanage your money to build a brighterfinancial future. We’ll learn about investments,insurance, taxes and retirement planning. Alsoincluded will be important information and reallife examples regarding how to manage yourcash and eliminate credit card debt. 4 hrs.• Wednesday, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m.October 21 & 28$85 • 2 sessions • Jeffrey G. LevyLA-211 Section TH21-QCPlanning for RetirementOur focus is on determining how much moneyyou will need to maintain your present lifestyleupon retirement. Whether retirement is yearsaway or close at hand, this course will suggestrealistic, necessary steps to ensure that youdo not outlive your income. 2 hrs.• Thursday, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m.November 5$65 • 1 session • Jeffrey G. LevyLA-224, Section WE21-QCEstate Planning and Asset ProtectionEvaluate your estate plan, and protect yourassets in the event of long-term illness. Spotthe pitfalls in long-term insurance coverage,and the best ways to protect you (or yourparent’s) home from future claims withoutlosing senior tax benefits and withoutsubjecting adult children to taxconsequences. Bring your currentdocuments and questions. 2 hrs.• Wednesday, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.November 18$40 (+ $15 registration fee)1 session • Ann Margaret Carrozza, Esq.LA-204, Section WE21-QCSelecting and Buying Mutual FundsWith so many funds, how do savvy investorsmake informed decisions? Learn aboutdifferent types of mutual funds, their place in awellrounded investment portfolio, and howmagazine articles/rankings can mislead. 2 hrs.• Wednesday, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m.November 18$65 • 1 session • Jeffrey G. LevyDEFENSIVE DRIVINGLA-200, See Sections Below-QCDefensive Driving Course (DDC)Upon completion you are eligible for a 10%discount on collision and liability premiums,including property damage, bodily injury, andpersonal injury protection, for three years. Ifyou have incurred violations during the last18 months, your driver’s record will be reducedby four points. Any driver may take this course.Bring your drivers license to class. 6 hrs.• Section SA11Saturday, 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.October 24$50 • 1 session • Martin Hirschfield• Section MW22Monday & Wednesday,7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.November 9 & 11$50 • 2 sessions • Martin Hirschfield• Section SA13Saturday, 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.December 19$50 • 1 session • Martin HirschfieldQUEENS COLLEGE / CUNY CONTINUING EDUCATION PROGRAMTO REGISTER OR FOR MORE INFORMATION: TEL (718) 997-5704 EMAIL: CEP@QC.CUNY.EDU WWW.QC.CUNY.EDU/CEP
Queens College/CUNY Goes Green!!!This fall become more environmentally aware and learn some of the basics of “going green”by taking one or more of our courses which will explore the role businesses play in creatinga sustainable economy, sustainable materials and products, green roofs, and an overview ofthe green-collar job market.GG-101, Section WE21-QCThe Role of Business in Creating aSustainable EconomyA basic introduction for those in business orthose interested in how businesses cancontribute to a healthier, greener, more justsociety.Session IThe Changing Role of Business in theNew EconomySome companies are changing theirpractices to become more transparent,ethical and sustainable inside and out.This session will look at the larger trends andexisting models, as well as new opportunitiesfor business and NGOs to help build themarket transformation for a new economy.Session IIBusiness Innovation: SustainableMaterials and ProductsThis session will examine some newinnovative frameworks and guidelines, aswell as materials and product innovations thatcompanies are utilizing to pioneer thedevelopment and use of new materials andproducts for a greener, healthierenvironment. This will include an introductionto biomimicry, cradle to cradle design, greenchemistry and sustainable biomaterials.• Wednesday, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.October 21 & 28$60 • 2 sessions • David Levine, foundingpartner in Green Harvest TechnologiesGG-105, Section TH21-QCGreening NYC: How Green Roofsare Changing the UrbanEnvironmentThis introductory seminar to green roofs willcover the economic, ecological and energysaving benefits of green roofs. The seminarwill also go over the layers of a green roof,the soil medium and ideal plant selection. Itwill cover the step-by-step process of a greenroof installation and the logistics involved. Itwill also discuss the varying green roofsystems, manufacturers available and exploreeach system’s pros and cons. The course willalso briefly cover the maintenance of a greenroof after its installation. 2 hrs.• Thursday, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.October 15$35 • 1 session • Marni Horowitz,Founder, Alive Structures and CertifiedGreen Roof InstallerGG-109, Section TU21-QCAn Overview of the Green-CollarJob MarketThere is an evolving green economy developing.This informative seminar will present arealistic appraisal of this emerging economy.Topics covered will include:1. An overview of NYC’s green economy.2. In-demand green collar jobs; neededskills and background.3. Licensing, training, certifications and workforce development.4. Growing the green market.5. Starting your own green career. Thinkingoutside the classifieds. 2 hrs.• Tuesday, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.November 10$35 • 1 session • Myles Lennon, Director,Green Operations, Laborers Local 10ENVIRONMENTALQueens College / CUNYContinuing Education Programhas partnered withAirtek EnvironmentalCorporation to offer the requiredSupported Scaffold User SafetyTraining CourseThis four (4) hour course complies with thetraining requirements of the NYCDepartment of Buildings Local Law 52 of2005. The law requires a permit for anysupported scaffold that is forty feet (40’) ormore in height. Additionally, anyone whouses a supported scaffold is required tohave a supported scaffold user certificate.According to the New York City Departmentof Buildings:“Supported scaffold is defined as one ormore platforms supported by outriggerbeams, brackets, poles, legs, uprights,posts, frames, or similar rigid support, forty(40) feet or more in height.”The training requirements for users ofsupported scaffolds include:• No individual may use a supportedscaffold without a scaffold user certificate• A user certificate must be obtained fromOSHA, an OSHA-trained or certifiedprovider, or a provider of a four-(4) hourtraining course that has been reviewed bythe New York City Department of Buildings.Go GreenThe fee for this training course is $150 andthe certificate granted upon coursecompletion is valid for four (4) years.For more information on thiscourse or how to registerplease call 718-937-3720QUEENS COLLEGE / CUNY CONTINUING EDUCATION PROGRAMTO REGISTER OR FOR MORE INFORMATION: TEL (718) 997-5704 EMAIL: CEP@QC.CUNY.EDU WWW.QC.CUNY.EDU/CEP19
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