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Basic Requirements:
Internet access, E-mail, Netscape or Internet Explorer Web browser.
See individual classes for additional requirements.

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Achieving Success with Difficult People
Do you know people whose behavior makes completing even the simplest tasks difficult? Would you like to learn how to have more successful relationships with difficult bosses, co-workers, students, neighbors or family members? Join this class and get helpful information for understanding yourself, solving people problems, and improving your relationships and personal and professional productivity.
REQUIREMENTS: Internet access, E-mail, Netscape or Internet Explorer Web browser.

Instructor: Judy Snyder;

Summer 2008; Fee: $87 each

Jul 16 - Aug 22;  Course# OL701D.208Call 546-3132 to Register
Aug 20 - Sep 26; Course# OL801D.208Call 546-3132 to Register
 

Fall 2008; Fee: $89 each

Sep 17 - Oct 24; Course #OL101D.308; Call 546-3132 to Register
Oct 15 - Nov 21; Course #OL201D.308;
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Nov 12 - Dec 19; Course# OL301D.308Call 546-3132 to Register
Dec 10 - Jan 16; Course# OL401D.307Call 546-3132 to Register
 

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Assisting Aging Parents
Are your parents in their golden years? Learning how to help parents or other loved ones through their transition can prepare us for our own. This compassionate and comprehensive class will give you the tools, techniques, and insights for this passage. You'll learn to handle most of the challenges you will face while coming to appreciate and cherish the privilege of the journey. REQUIREMENTS: Internet access, E-mail, Netscape or Internet Explorer Web browser.

Instructor: Marsiea Warren;

Summer 2008; Fee: $87 each

Jul 16 - Aug 22;  Course# OL702D.208Call 546-3132 to Register
Aug 20 - Sep 26; Course# OL802D.208Call 546-3132 to Register
 

Fall 2008; Fee: $89 each

Sep 17 - Oct 24; Course #OL102D.308; Call 546-3132 to Register
Oct 15 - Nov 21; Course #OL202D.308;
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Nov 12 - Dec 19; Course# OL302D.308Call 546-3132 to Register
Dec 10 - Jan 16; Course# OL402D.307Call 546-3132 to Register
 

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Communicating Like a Leader
How often have you found that what you knew mattered far less than what you said? Your style of communication can make the difference between succeeding and failing in almost any endeavor. If you want to improve your chances of achieving professional success, this provocative and practical course will have you communicating like a leader. You'll learn to distill the communication process into four essential components. You'll explore four methods of communication and you'll understand the most appropriate circumstances for each method. You'll build up your listening skills; learn to read body language, become more artful at providing feedback, and more. REQUIREMENTS: Internet access, E-mail, Netscape or Internet Explorer Web browser.

Instructor: Lynne Morton;

Summer 2008; Fee: $87 each

Jul 16 - Aug 22;  Course# OL703D.208Call 546-3132 to Register
Aug 20 - Sep 26; Course# OL803D.208Call 546-3132 to Register
 

Fall 2008; Fee: $89 each

Sep 17 - Oct 24; Course #OL103D.308; Call 546-3132 to Register
Oct 15 - Nov 21; Course #OL203D.308;
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Nov 12 - Dec 19; Course# OL303D.308Call 546-3132 to Register
Dec 10 - Jan 16; Course# OL403D.307Call 546-3132 to Register
 

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Get Funny!
If you're interested in learning how to come up with jokes or witticisms on the fly, punch up dull material for an audience, or make a living as a comedy writer, this course will get you going. Your instructor, an experienced comedy writer and working actress, will guide you through a wide range of comedic sources. You'll learn how to write a one-liner, use physical humor, target your audience, find the humor in everyday events and much, much more. Once you've learned some of the methods of creating humor, you'll be ready to apply it to all aspects of your life. Punch up speeches and presentations so that the audience is instantly on your side. Mix laughter with learning in the classroom, and watch your students' attention spans grow. Add some humor to your web page and watch the hits explode as word gets out. Use your newfound sense of humor to entertain your friends, meet interesting people, and even make new friends!  REQUIREMENTS: Internet access, E-mail, Netscape or Internet Explorer Web browser.

Instructor: Joanna Sandsmark;

Summer 2008; Fee: $87 each

Jul 16 - Aug 22;  Course# OL704D.208Call 546-3132 to Register
Aug 20 - Sep 26; Course# OL804D.208Call 546-3132 to Register
 

Fall 2008; Fee: $89 each

Sep 17 - Oct 24; Course #OL104D.308; Call 546-3132 to Register
Oct 15 - Nov 21; Course #OL204D.308;
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Nov 12 - Dec 19; Course# OL304D.308Call 546-3132 to Register
Dec 10 - Jan 16; Course# OL404D.307Call 546-3132 to Register
 

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Goodbye to SHY
The ability to interact with others impacts everything we do, from selecting a mate to advancing in our careers. Fortunately, the ability to relate easily with others is a skill that can be learned. This engaging course will help you learn how to reduce anxiety, build self-esteem, strike up conversations with others, win friends, and act confidently in romantic relationships. REQUIREMENTS: Internet access, E-mail, Netscape or Internet Explorer Web browser.

Instructor: Kimberly Floyd;

Summer 2008; Fee: $87 each

Jul 16 - Aug 22;  Course# OL705D.208Register Online
Aug 20 - Sep 26; Course# OL805D.208Register Online
 

Fall 2008; Fee: $89 each

Sep 17 - Oct 24; Course #OL105D.308; Register Online
Oct 15 - Nov 21; Course #OL205D.308;
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Nov 12 - Dec 19; Course# OL305D.308Register Online
Dec 10 - Jan 16; Course# OL405D.307Register Online

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Human Anatomy and Physiology
Human Anatomy and Physiology focuses on the structure and function of the human body. In this course, you'll gain an understanding of basic chemistry, the human cell, and the anatomy of the body's organ systems and the jobs that they do. You'll also learn how our organ systems work together to allow us to process sensations, think, communicate, grow, move, reproduce, and stay alive. In addition, we'll talk about different disorders, recent advances in medicine, and ways to take care of our bodies. REQUIREMENTS: Internet access, E-mail, Netscape or Internet Explorer Web browser.

Instructor: Holly Trimble;

Summer 2008; Fee: $87 each

Jul 16 - Aug 22;  Course# OL706D.208Call 546-3132 to Register
Aug 20 - Sep 26; Course# OL806D.208Call 546-3132 to Register
 

Fall 2008; Fee: $89 each

Sep 17 - Oct 24; Course #OL106D.308; Call 546-3132 to Register
Oct 15 - Nov 21; Course #OL206D.308;
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Nov 12 - Dec 19; Course# OL306D.308Call 546-3132 to Register
Dec 10 - Jan 16; Course# OL406D.307Call 546-3132 to Register
 

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Interpersonal Communication
Communication is more than speaking, hearing, or even having a good vocabulary. This course explores strategies for success in everyday interpersonal communication. You'll explore clear examples of verbal and nonverbal habits, effective listening, self-concept, differences in cultural and gender conversation styles, and conflict management. You'll also gain practical strategies you can use today to improve communication at home, in social situations, and in the workplace. If you want to strengthen personal behavior and develop strategies for creating positive communication climates with family, friends, and business associates, you're sure to find this course invaluable. REQUIREMENTS: Internet access, E-mail, Netscape or Internet Explorer Web browser.

Instructor: Laurel Schaub;

Summer 2008; Fee: $87 each

Jul 16 - Aug 22;  Course# OL707D.208Register Online
Aug 20 - Sep 26; Course# OL807D.208Register Online
 

Fall 2008; Fee: $89 each

Sep 17 - Oct 24; Course #OL107D.308; Register Online
Oct 15 - Nov 21; Course #OL207D.308;
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Nov 12 - Dec 19; Course# OL307D.308Register Online
Dec 10 - Jan 16; Course# OL407D.307Register Online
 

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Keys to Effective Communication
If you often find yourself at a loss for words or lack confidence in your communication abilities, you'll appreciate this course. With the help of a patient instructor and a supportive community of your fellow students, you'll work step by step through the process of becoming a great conversationalist. You'll learn to use communication to build rapport and create environments of trust, warmth, and respect. Become more confident, create a great first impression, get along well with others, and create more and better personal and professional relationships.
REQUIREMENTS: Internet access, E-mail, Netscape or Internet Explorer Web browser.

Instructor: Dawn Lianna;

Summer 2008; Fee: $87 each

Jul 16 - Aug 22;  Course# OL708D.208Register Online
Aug 20 - Sep 26; Course# OL808D.208Register Online
 

Fall 2008; Fee: $89 each

Sep 17 - Oct 24; Course #OL108D.308; Register Online
Oct 15 - Nov 21; Course #OL208D.308;
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Nov 12 - Dec 19; Course# OL308D.308Register Online
Dec 10 - Jan 16; Course# OL408D.307Register Online
 

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Leadership
Leadership skills can help you gain the respect and admiration of others, while also allowing you to enjoy success in your career and more control over your destiny. Contrary to popular belief, leadership skills can be learned and developed. Even if you don't hold a leadership position, this course will teach you how to use the principles of great leaders to achieve success in almost every aspect of your daily life. REQUIREMENTS: Internet access, E-mail, Netscape or Internet Explorer Web browser.

Instructor: Lynne Morton;

Summer 2008; Fee: $87 each

Jul 16 - Aug 22;  Course# OL709D.208Register Online
Aug 20 - Sep 26; Course# OL809D.208Register Online
 

Fall 2008; Fee: $89 each

Sep 17 - Oct 24; Course #OL109D.308; Register Online
Oct 15 - Nov 21; Course #OL209D.308;
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Nov 12 - Dec 19; Course# OL309D.308Register Online
Dec 10 - Jan 16; Course# OL409D.307Register Online
 

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Listen to Your Heart and Success Will Follow
Intelligently facilitated and fast-paced, Listen to Your Heart, and Success Will Follow will help you enjoy the rewards that come from doing what really makes you happy! Your instructor and a caring community of students will help you begin designing a life that really works for you. With a complete understanding of your own interests, values, needs and abilities, you'll learn how you can use work to express yourself and share your interests and talents. Your every day will be filled with joy and inspiration, and a greater depth of meaning will be added to everything you do. This course program is skillfully crafted to weave experiential learning with the conceptual presentation, giving you time to experience, understand, and implement each new strategy as it is introduced. REQUIREMENTS: Internet access, E-mail, Netscape or Internet Explorer Web browser.

Instructor: Cynthia Christianson;

Summer 2008; Fee: $87 each

Jul 16 - Aug 22;  Course# OL710D.208Register Online
Aug 20 - Sep 26; Course# OL810D.208Register Online
 

Fall 2008; Fee: $89 each

Sep 17 - Oct 24; Course #OL110D.308; Register Online
Oct 15 - Nov 21; Course #OL210D.308;
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Nov 12 - Dec 19; Course# OL310D.308Register Online
Dec 10 - Jan 16; Course# OL410D.307Register Online
 

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Medical Coding
Take your first step toward a lucrative career as a medical coder! In this course, you'll learn how to use the CPT manual and the ICD-9-CM to find medical codes for any disease, condition, treatment, or surgical procedure. This knowledge will help prepare you to work almost anywhere in the medical field—doctors' offices, clinics, public health facilities, hospitals, labs, nursing homes, insurance agencies, or even the comfort of your own home. We'll go through each of the main systems of the human body—integumentary (skin), musculoskeletal, respiratory, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, endocrine, and male and female genitourinary—outlining the medical terminology, conditions, diseases, injuries, treatments, and procedures you'll see most often in each of those systems. Along the way, we'll go through lots of real-world examples and coding exercises to get you using your coding tools in conjunction with your analytical skills to come up with just the right codes to describe any medical situation. In the process, you'll get all the hands-on experience you'll need to code medical insurance claims with confidence. By the end of this course, you'll know how to find your way through both the CPT manual and the ICD-9-CM manual, and you'll be well on your way to a career as a medical coder!
REQUIREMENTS: Internet access, e-mail, and the Internet Explorer or Netscape or Firefox Web browser. You'll need access to both of the main medical coding books we'll use in this course: the 2007 CPT manual, Professional Edition and the 2007 ICD-9-CM Physician Edition (spiral-bound editions recommended for both books). No prior medical experience is required, but knowledge of medical terminology and human anatomy will be helpful.

Instructor: Jennifer Della'Zanna;

Summer 2008; Fee: $87 each

Jul 16 - Aug 22;  Course# OL714D.208Register Online
Aug 20 - Sep 26; Course# OL814D.208Register Online
 

Fall 2008; Fee: $89 each

Sep 17 - Oct 24; Course #OL114D.308; Register Online
Oct 15 - Nov 21; Course #OL214D.308;
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Nov 12 - Dec 19; Course# OL314D.308Register Online
Dec 10 - Jan 16; Course# OL414D.307Register Online
 

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Medical Terminology: A Word Association Approach
This course teaches medical terminology from an anatomical approach. Root terms are divided by each body system. The origin, a combined form, and an example of non-medical everyday usage is provided for each root term. Word Associations are provided as a learning tool. Unusual and interesting information is provided in regards to each term. Root terms are combined with prefixes and suffixes as your learning will culminate in the interpretation of several paragraphs of medical notes.
REQUIREMENTS: Internet access, e-mail, and the Internet Explorer or Netscape or Firefox Web browser. No medical background is necessary.

Instructor: Doug Best;

Summer 2008; Fee: $87 each

Jul 16 - Aug 22;  Course# OL711D.208Register Online
Aug 20 - Sep 26; Course# OL811D.208Register Online
 

Fall 2008; Fee: $89 each

Sep 17 - Oct 24; Course #OL111D.308; Register Online
Oct 15 - Nov 21; Course #OL211D.308;
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Nov 12 - Dec 19; Course# OL311D.308Register Online
Dec 10 - Jan 16; Course# OL411D.307Register Online
 

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Natural Health & Healing, Intro
This course is designed for anyone who wants to learn how to promote wellness, balance and health in their daily lives. It will give you a basic understanding of the field of natural health. You will discover how to create and maintain a naturally healthy lifestyle and a healing environment. You will explore areas of natural health to include Naturopathy, Aromatherapy, nutritional healing, and body therapies.
REQUIREMENTS: Internet access, E-mail, Netscape or Internet Explorer Web browser.

Instructor: Theresa Snyder;

Summer 2008; Fee: $87 each

Jul 16 - Aug 22;  Course# OL712D.208Register Online
Aug 20 - Sep 26; Course# OL812D.208Register Online
 

Fall 2008; Fee: $89 each

Sep 17 - Oct 24; Course #OL112D.308; Register Online
Oct 15 - Nov 21; Course #OL212D.308;
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Nov 12 - Dec 19; Course# OL312D.308Register Online
Dec 10 - Jan 16; Course# OL412D.307Register Online
 

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Skills for Making Great Decisions
Learn how to make excellent everyday decisions from an experienced counselor and life coach. In this six-week online course, you'll learn about some wonderful abilities we're born with for figuring things out and making good decisions. You'll also see why our instincts and intuition sometimes deceive us and how self-knowledge can help us guard against becoming overly confident. You'll discover the steps necessary to achieve your goals, as well as the power that ordinary, everyday decisions can have over the quality of your life. You'll learn how to deal effectively with crisis, how to use your emotions as decision-making tools, and how to work with others to make good decisions. You'll develop some important guidelines for when to take risks, when to trust your luck, and what to do if you make a mistake. The goal of this course is to give you the power to live the best life you can and make the very most of every opportunity. REQUIREMENTS: Internet access, E-mail, Netscape or Internet Explorer Web browser.

Instructor: Donna Brown;

Summer 2008; Fee: $87 each

Jul 16 - Aug 22;  Course# OL713D.208Register Online
Aug 20 - Sep 26; Course# OL813D.208Register Online
 

Fall 2008; Fee: $89 each

Sep 17 - Oct 24; Course #OL113D.308; Register Online
Oct 15 - Nov 21; Course #OL213D.308;
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Nov 12 - Dec 19; Course# OL313D.308;Register Online
Dec 10 - Jan 16; Course# OL413D.307Register Online
 

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