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Fairfax County Public Schools
Adult & Community Education (ACE)
ACE Classes
Winter 2020
Register at aceclasses.fcps.edu
New Year - New Possibilities - New Skills
Your Journey Begins With ACE!
facebook.com/fcpsACE/ @FCPS_ACE
Welcome ACE Programs
Your journey begins with ACE!
Hello from Paul Steiner—FCPS ACE Administrator
We are very excited to offer this catalog to our Northern Virginia
Community! There are lots of changes and excitement happening
within FCPS ACE. In addition to offering our long standing quality
programming in areas such as Driver Education, Career and Technical
classes, Foreign & American Sign Language, and English for Speakers
of Other Languages classes, staff members are busy designing new
and exciting programs in response to your requests, the strategic
priorities of FCPS, and local employer needs!
Online class offerings are easy to access and fit into today’s busy
schedules. Growing full day camp offerings for students between
the ages of 8-13 provides quality enrichment opportunities while
affording full day options for working parents. Aligning enrichment
curriculum for middle and high school students focusing on
preparing for graduation, college preparation, or career paths will
assist with their educational needs. Investments in enhanced
computer labs and equipment are enabling us to expand our offering
of technology classes and career path instruction.
Some additions to our programs may seem minor on their surface;
but are setting the stage for enhanced services to our community of
students and employers. Social media outlets are providing easier
searches for locating classes.
Our catalog has a new improved look, with enhanced class
descriptions and room scheduling at locations that are set closer
to the class start date to enable FCPS ACE to respond to changing
classroom needs based on current enrollments. Receipts and
signage at the facility will provide individuals with the most current
information on class room assignments. Continuous class rollouts
are enabling staff to respond to identified needs and interests. If
you don’t see a class listing of interest within the pages of this
catalog, check us out online at www.aceclasses.fcps.edu to see what
new classes are available.
Follow us on social media to find out what is happening at
FCPS ACE. @FCPS_ACE and facebook.com/fcpsACE/
Thank you for considering FCPS ACE in your educational studies and
enrichment goals. We look forward to seeing you, and your friends
and family, in our classrooms!
Paul Steiner
@@FCPS_ACE facebook.com/fcpsACE
The Fairfax County Public Schools Adult and Community
Education (FCPS ACE) program is not sponsored or endorsed by,
or affiliated with, the American Council on Education (ACE).
No FCPS operating funds were used in the printing or
mailing of this catalog.
Contents Don't see a class that you want to take? New classes are
continually added, so please check out what's new at
Contents
CAREER EXPLORATION www.fcps.edu/is/ace
4 Certificate Programs
Business and Information Technology: accounting 17 Healthcare and Dental ENRICHMENT
assistant; administrative assistant; child care provider;
Health and Wellness 32 Adult Enrichment Programs
computer support technician; executive assistant;
CPR and First Aid
human resources management; management practices; Baking and Pastry Arts
Classes in Spanish
nonprofit organization development; office assistant; Culinary Arts: Chef Devaki Das; Chef Fanny Gaston;
Getting Started in Healthcare
oracle database administration; small business Kate Crockett.
Dental
management; web designer/developer Floral Design
Medical
Health Sciences: dental assistant; medical Nutrition Genealogy
administrative assistant; medical assistant; medical Personal and Creative Interest: digital arts, history;
insurance biller; patient care technician; veterinary 22 Veterinary Studies and Pet Care needle arts; personal creative, the arts -cinema, writing
assistant and publishing
23 Trades and Industry 40 Adult Enrichment—Foreign Languages
7 Workplace Training
Assorted Trades—Pro-series World Language for Adults: Arabic, American sign
Property Maintenance Technician
Electrical language ASL); ; Chinese; French; German;
8 Business and Management Gas Fitter Italian; Japanese; Korean; Russian; Spanish
Broadcast Production HVAC-R
Plumbing 47 K-12 Enrichment Programs
Business Finance
Communications Apprenticeship World Languages (GLOBAL PLUS)
Entrepreneurship/Small Business Assorted Trades—Do It Yourself Elementary Enrichment
Leadership and Management Secondary Enrichment
28 Online Courses Study Skills
Licensure and Preparation
Personal Finance Test Prep
Social Media Spring Break Specials
ENGLISH FOR SPEAKERS OF OTHER Out of School Time
13 Information Technology Driver Education - Behind-the-Wheel
Certification Prep LANGUAGES (ESOL)
50 Driver Improvement
Computer Basics
30 General ESOL Classes 51 GED
Database Systems
Graphics and Design 31 ESOL Specialty Classes 52 Index; map and class locations; information;
Networking policies; registration form
Office Productivity
Programming One-Stop Employment Centers
Web Design and Development Adult and Community Education is a proud participant in
Virginia Career Works - Northern Region.
See https://vcwnorthern.com/ for detailed information.
Register online—aceclasses.fcps.edu
FCPS Adult and Community Education Winter 2020
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Certificate Programs Certificate Programs in
INFORMATION Business and Information
Career Exploration—Certificate Programs
Many certificate programs prepare eligible candidates to sit for industry recognized credentials Technology
needed to secure the top, in-demand jobs in the area. Certificate programs are offered in Business &
Information Technology, Health Care, and Trades & Apprenticeship. A certificate program certificate Office Administration: The need for workers capable of
will be issued upon successful completion of all program requirements. functioning effectively in office administrative positions
continues to increase in the Northern Virginia area. From
■ Benefits
organizing files, scheduling appointments, and supporting
This training may lead to a national credential. The value of a credential: Half of all job openings in other staff, to using computer software to create
Virginia currently require a credential; job applicants with a credential are more likely to be hired; spreadsheets, compose messages, manage databases, and
stacking credentials creates more opportunity for career growth; take home pay can increase by produce presentations, reports, and documents, today's
25%-50% with an industry credential. clerical assistant must have the requisite skills to compete
in a high-paced environment. FCPS ACE has the certificate
■ Prerequisites programs that can provide needed entry-level skills for
You must be able to read and write English (see ESOL page 30) and be at least 18 years old. A high school the first-time job seeker, as well as the advanced training
diploma is not required; however, you are strongly urged to acquire one. that can make seasoned workers more competitive when
seeking higher-level opportunities. Take a look at our
■ How to Register Certificate Programs in Office Assistant, Administrative
You must be registered for a certificate program in order to receive the certificate, and should do so Assistant, to see which one meets your career goals!
before taking classes. To create a permanent record and transcripts, register and pay the
$75 non-refundable registration fee. Complete the Registration Form for the program and courses you
wish to attend this term. (Students will only need to register for the program one time.)
OFFICE ASSISTANT
For guidance regarding which program best suits your needs, contact the ACE career counselor at
703-658-2709. Required Courses Page
CE01015 | Certificate Prog. Registration & Fee ($75) 4
CT01416 | PC Basics 13
CT01402 | Windows—File Management 14
BE01300 | Keyboarding Test Out 4
CERTIFICATE PROGRAM TEST-OUTS BE01052 | Business English Essentials I 9
A test out option is available for some courses if you feel qualified. Please contact the program CT01285 | Microsoft Office Proficiency Workshop 15
specialist for your certificate program regarding test out opportunities (see below). CT01426 | MS Outlook—Basics 15
Test out fees $75/test. PR09005 | Effective Note Taking *
BE01393 | Résumé and Interview Clinic 9
■ Test-outs available:
Keyboarding, Course BE01300
Personal Computer Basics, Course BE01309
Accounting—Part 1, Course BE01307 ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
HTML 1, Course BE01311 Required Courses Page
MS Office—Word/Excel for Support Professionals, Course CT01301, CT01302 CE01016 | Certificate Prog. Registration & Fee ($75) 4
MS Word—Basics, Course CT01301 CT01344 | MS Word—Intermediate 14
MS Excel—Basics, Course CT01302 CT01442 | MS Excel—Intermediate 14
Medical Terminology, Course HM01604 CT01429 | MS Outlook—Intermediate *
BE01053 | Business English Essentials II *
BE01088 | Mediation and Conflict resolution 9
BE01393 | Résumé and Interview Clinic* 9
CERTIFICATE PROGRAM EMAIL ADDRESSES Electives (3 required)
■ business@fcps.edu CT01449 | MS Access—Basics 15
BE01061 | Office Communication Skills 9
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Accounting Assistant, Administrative Assistant, Childcare Provider, Human Resources CT01459 | MS PowerPoint—Basics 15
Management, Nonprofit Organization Development, Office Assistant, and Small Business BE01400 | HR Management Fundamentals 10
Management BE01204 | Introduction to Project Management *
■ comptraining@fcps.edu BE01066 | Confident Public Speaking 9
PR09001 | Office Etiquette 10
Computer Support Technician, Oracle Database Administration, and Web Designer/Developer
■ healthmed@fcps.edu * Courses offered on a rotating basis throughout the year
Dental Assistant, Medical Administrative Assistant, Medical Assistant, Medical Insurance Biller,
Patient Care Technician, and Veterinary Assistant
■ tradeandindustry@fcps.edu See pages 6 & 7
Property Maintenance Technician for more certificate programs.
Help someone improve their career and foster a lifelong love of learning.
Make your tax deductible donation to the ACE Scholarship Fund today! See page 54 to learn how.
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Certificate Programs in Business and Information Technology
Career Exploration—Certificate Programs
ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT
ACE Certificate Program is endorsed by the Strategic Plan ACE Certificate program endorsed by the Strategic Plan
of Virginia Career Works - Northern Region. Become an of Virginia Career Works - Northern Region.. Explore the
accounting assistant, accounts receivable/payable clerk, dynamic field of human resources. Coursework focuses on
assistant bookkeeper, accounting technician, or payroll producing effective workforce, implementing policies and
clerk. procedures, and utilizing research and trends.
Required Courses Page Required Courses* Page
CE01000 | Certificate Prog Registration & Fee ($75) 4 CE01018 | Certificate Prog Registration & Fee ($75) 4
BE01260 | Fund. of Accounting—Part 1 8 BE01400 | HR Management Fundamentals *
BE01261 | Fund. of Accounting—Part 2 8 BE01401 | Building the HR Organization Structure 10
CT01402 | Windows—File Management 14 BE01402 | Recruiting and Placing Employees 10
CT01285 | Microsoft Office Proficiency Workshop 15 BE01403 | Training the Workforce 10
BE01061 | Office Communication Skills 9 BE01405 | HR Management in the 21st Century *
CT01426 | MS Outlook—Basics 15 BE01407 | Maintaining a Positive Work Environment *
CT01442 | MS Excel—Intermediate 14
CT01435 | QuickBooks Pro 2018—Level 1 9 Electives: 3 required*
CT01436 | QuickBooks—Pro 2018—Level 2 9 BE01404 | HR Organizational Downsizing *
BE01393 | Résumé and Interview Clinic 9 BE01406 | HR Management in the Equal
Test out of Fundamentals of Accounting 1 if you feel Opportunity Environment *
qualified. Call 703-506-2275 or email business@fcps.edu BE01408 | The Human Resources Officer *
for test out opportunites. BE01410 | Human Resources Law Overview 10
BE01412 | Introduction to Lean Thinking *
BE04020 | Using Brain Science to Enhance
CHILD CARE PROVIDER Your Personal Effectiveness *
BE01088 | Mediation and Conflict resolution 9
ACE Certificate Program endorsed by the Strategic Plan
of Virginia Career Works - Northern Region. One of the
fastest growing professions in the country, this valuable
and needed service can be a rewarding and lucrative
NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION DEVELOPMENT
career. Join our program and start the journey to become a
Nonprofit organizations provide vital services that
certified childcare provider today!
markedly contribute to the well-being of our communities.
This certificate program provides the important skills
Required Courses* Page needed for effective nonprofit community work. Currently,
CE01048 | Certificate Prog Registration & Fee ($75) 4
14% of the area's workforce is employed in the nonprofit
BE08099 | Child Care Provider *
sector—and many other community members are active
HM01796| Pediatric CPR and First Aid 19
volunteers. The program is designed for nonprofit founders
BE01393 | Résumé and Interview Clinic 9
and board members, as well as nonprofit directors, staff,
and volunteers. To earn the Certificate, successfully
COMPUTER SUPPORT TECHNICIAN complete the four required courses and any three electives.
Individual courses may be taken without enrolling in the
The technology sector is expanding every year and the certificate program.
workforce needed to support a digital age economy is
growing all the time. Break into this high-demand job Required Courses Page
market and enroll in this certificate program. The program CE01056 | Certificate Prog Registration & Fee ($75) 4
can be completed within one year. BE01871 | Starting a Nonprofit 11
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BE01915 | Grant Writing 11
Required Courses* Page BE01913 | Successful Fundraising 11
CE02000 | Certificate Prog Registration & Fee ($75) 4 BE01886 | Event Planning 11
BE01393 | Résumé and Interview Clinic 9
CT01465 | A+: Troubleshooting Your Computer 13 Electives—3 Required Page
CT01770 | Windows 7: MCTS Prep Part 1 13 BE01872 | The 3 R’s of Volunteerism 11
CT01771 | Windows 7: MCTS Prep Part 2 13 BE01879 | Creating a Successful Business Plan 9
BE01910 | Strategic Planning for Your Nonprofit 11
Optional Courses* Page BE01918 | Nonprofit Accounting & Finances *
CT01473 | Network +: 13 BE01204 | Introduction to Project Management 10
CT01480 | Security +: 13 BE01209 | Project Management for Non-Profits 11
BE01873 | Nonprofit Marketing *
* Courses offered on a rotating basis throughout the year
* Courses offered on a rotating basis throughout the year
ACE offers Certiport® testing!
See page 15 for information.
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SMALL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
Certificate Programs in Health Sciences
Looking to make a career shift? Healthcare employees are in high demand! Healthcare occupations are projected to grow
ACE Certificate program endorsed by the Strategic Plan
Career Exploration—Certificate Programs
by 18% through 2026, adding approximately 2.4 million jobs nationwide. The certificate programs below are designed
of Virginia Career Works - Northern Region. Learn the to prepare you to sit for national credentialing exams aimed at helping you secure entry-level employment in this fast
essentials to starting and running a small business. Go growing field. If you're already in the field, the programs below can help elevate your career to the next level - go get that
into business for yourself or consult and advise other small
promotion!
business owners. Complete the 7 required courses and 4
electives to earn a Small Business Management Certificate.
Most ACE certificate programs are endorsed by the Strategic Plan of Virginia Career Works, Northern Region. To fulfill
Required Courses Page certificate program requirements, you must register for the certificate program. The following programs are approved
CE01053 | Certificate Prog Registration & Fee ($75) 4 by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) and qualify for credentialing exams: Medical Assistant (CCMA), Medical
BE01896 | Starting Your Own Business * Administrative Assistant (CMAA), Medical Insurance Biller (CBCS), Patient Care Technician (CPCT-A). For eligibility
BE01879 | Creating a Successful Business Plan 9 requirements, please visit www.nhanow.com
BE01245 | Developing a Marketing Plan 9 Prerequisites for all programs:
CT01545 | Create Your Own Business Web Site 16 HM01991 |Strategies for Succeeding in Healthcare Page 19
BE01275 | Federal Income Tax for Small HM01600 |Medical Terminology Part 1 Page 19
Business Owners 10 HM01601 |Medical Terminology Part 2 Page 19
Electives Page HM01600 & HM01601 may be replaced with HM01604 Test Out— Medical Terminology
BE01903 | Tax Strategies for the One-Person
Business and Small Corporations 10 Additional requirements for all programs:
BE01075 | Successful Business Writing * All program candidates must complete the following prior to issuance of the program certificate:
BE01387 | Social Media Networking 12
BE01277 | Accounting for Non-Accountants 8 HM01625 | Heartsaver CPR AED First Aid (or equivalent) Page 18
CT01759 | WordPress Blogging Workshop * HM01627 | Mental Health First Aid Page 18
BE04020 | Using Brain Science to Enhance Your *
Personal Effectiveness Call 703-658-1201 or email healthmed@fcps.edu for information or questions.
BE01735 | Creating & Designing for Business w/Canva *
DENTAL ASSISTANT COMPREHENSIVE MEDICAL INSURANCE BILLER
(no Medical Terminology required) Required Courses Page
Required Courses Page CE01020 | Med. Ins. Biller Cert. Prog. & Fee ($75) 4
WEB DESIGNER/DEVELOPER CE01022 | Dental Assistant Cert. Prog. & Fee ($75) 4 HM01651 | Medical Billing & Coding—Part 1 21
HM01647 | Dental Assistant Comprehensive 20 HM01652 | Medical Billing & Coding—Part 2 21
In our Internet-driven society, the need for web HM01646 | Dentrix Basics 20 HM01951 | Medical Insurance Billing 21
designers and developers is bigger than ever. Consider OR HM01606 | NHA Exam 20
a career in web design and development. You may also HM01848 | Fast Track Dental Assistant 20
apply this skill set to other interests and earn extra
income as a consultant, supporting a non-profit that
needs an Internet presence, or starting a web-based PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN
business. Successfully complete the required courses and MEDICAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Required Courses Page
three electives to earn your certificate. Required Courses Page CE01021 | Patient Care Tech. Cert. Prog. & Fee ($75) 4
CE01004 | Med. Admin. Asst. Cert. Prog. & Fee ($75) 4 HM01605 | CNA Placement Test 20
Required Courses Page HM01620 | Admin. Med. Office Proc. 20 HM01780 | Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) 20
CE02020 | Certificate Prog Registration & Fee ($75) 4 DL01240 | HIPPA Privacy Training & HM01620 | Administrative Medical Office Procedures 20
CT01525 | HTML 1** 16 Certification Program 29 HM01614 | EKG Interpretation 20
CT01526 | HTML 2 16 HM01766 | Medical Admin Asst Exam Prep * HM01933 | Venipuncture Essentials 21
CT01527 | HTML 3 16 HM01606 | NHA Certification Exam 21 HM01606 | NHA Exam 21
CT01541 | Web Design w/Cascading Style Sheets CSS 1 16
CT01542 | Web Design with CSS 2 16
CT01531 | JavaScript: Building Interactive Web Sites 16 MEDICAL ASSISTANT VETERINARY ASSISTANT
CT01550 | Graphics for the Web 14 Required Courses Page (no Medical Terminology required)
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CE01002 | Med. Asst. Cert. Prog. & Fee ($75) 4 Required Courses Page
Electives (3 required) Page HM01615 | Clinical Med. Office Proc.-Part 1 20
CE01050 | Vet. Asst. Cert. Prog. & Fee ($75) 4
CT01462 | Digital Art: Photoshop Basics 14 HM01616 | Clinical Med. Office Proc.-Part 2 20
HM01614 | EKG Interpretation 20 HM01980 | Veterinary Terminology & Anatomy 22
CT01463 | Digital Art: Photoshop Intermediate *
HM01620 | Admin. Med. Office Proc. 20 HM01981 | Veterinary Parasitology, Hematology & Wet Lab 22
CT01529 | Web Design with Adobe Dreamweaver *
CT01530 | HTML 5 for Mobile Websites and Devices * HM01933 | Venipuncture Essentials 21 HM01982 | Veterinary Preventative Med. for Dogs & Cats 22
CT01756 | Intro to WordPress 16 DL07498 | Introduction to Medical Law/Ethics 29 HM01983 | Veterinary Hospital Visits & Basic Restraint 22
CT01461 | Adobe Photoshop/Photoshop Elements 14 HM01765 | Medical Assistant Exam Certification Prep 20 HM01984 | Zoonotic Diseases, Ethics, Medical Asepsis 22
CT02160 | Adobe Illustrator Workshop 14 HM01606 | NHA Exam 21
BE01393 | Résumé and Interview Clinic 9 * Courses offered on a rotating basis throughout the year
**Test out of HTML 1 if you feel qualified.
Call 703-658-1201 for more information Did you Know?
The job outlook for Medical Assistants for 2018-28, is projected to be 23% .
* Courses offered on a rotating basis throughout the year (much faster than the average)
Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics
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Property Maintenance Workplace Training Employers...
Technician Certificate
Customize Your Employees' Training
Career Exploration—Certificate Programs
Program
Master general repair skills and construction-related Contact Workplace Training at:
tasks to maintain buildings and their infrastructure.
This program is ideal for building supervisors, apartment
703-506-2256 or workplacetraining@fcps.edu.
complex maintenance staff, as well as hotel, college, and
other entities with on-site facilities maintenance crews.
Persons considering a career in the trades will find this
series helpful for career exploration. Is your business realizing its A glimpse of on-site customized
The certificate program registration fee ($75) is required
full potential? Workplace Training programs...
in order to initiate record keeping for your transcript.
Courses for this certificate program can be taken in any ACE Workplace Training collaborates with Business Writing
order. This ACE certificate program is endorsed by the organizations to improve and maintain their Does your staff struggle with everyday
Virginia Works Career Center formerly Northern Virginia competitive edge with customized training written communication such as emails,
Workforce Investment Board. The following seven courses
programs that are responsive to the specific memos, letters, or reports? Improve
are required for the Property Maintenance Technician
(PMT) certificate program. These classes are also open challenges and needs of the business and its employee's confidence and ability to
to individuals who wish to master general repair skills in people. communicate in a professional manner.
order to maintain their homes. Grammar and writing classes will help to
While organizational performance depends add clarity and conciseness to all written
Required Courses Page on both the professional skills and the
CE01006| Property Maint Tech Cert Prog & Fee ($75) 4 communications.
TI05581 | Drywall, Painting, and Waterproofing
personal attitude of your staff, training
Workshop 23 is a critical tool that can improve both CPR and First Aid
TI05582 | Heating and Air Conditioning Systems 25 performance and morale. Workplace Training Adult, Child, and Infant CPR, First Aid,
TI05583 | Nuts and Bolts of PMT Careers 23 offers customized training programs to
TI05587 | Electrical Workshop: Maintenance & Repair 24
Automated Electronic Defibrillator, and
TI05590 | Plumbing Workshop: Maintenance & Repair 26
meet the specific learning requirements of Bloodborne Pathogens courses are available.
TI05593 | Appliance Repair Workshop 23 individuals and teams at various stages of These courses follow American Heart Association
TI05595 | Door Locks Workshop: Installation their career. (AHA) guidelines and are taught by AHA
Maintenance & Repair 23
instructors. Certification cards are issued upon
Enhancing the capabilities of your
Optional Courses successful completion. Non-certificate classes
employees is a retention strategy that
TI05358| Blueprint Reading 23 are also available! Call 703-506-2279 or email
promises more stability and sustainable
workplacetraining@fcps.edu for details.
high performance, improved reputation, and
a skilled workforce—all of which impact Communication in the Workplace
favorably on your bottom line. Instruction focuses on workplace
communications including: customer service,
To learn how a tailored training program
uncomfortable or difficult conversations
can give your organization an edge, please
and conflict resolution. Also available are
contact Workplace Training at 703-506-2256
work readiness English classes for those just
or email workplacetraining@fcps.edu.
entering the workforce.
FCPS Adult and Community Education Winter 2020
Make an investment in your employee’s Customized Computer Training
professional future. Increase their Classes available in PC basics, Microsoft®
skills and abilities through customized Office (comprehensive or program specific),
Workplace Training classes. QuickBooks, social media, programming,
web design, and much more.
This is what people are saying about ACE Workplace Training
“Course: great experience! Content: perfect review! Instructor: kept us motivated!. Happy
with learning experience. ” ACE Student- Grammar Without Groans
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Business and Management Avid Media Composer Fundamentals | BUSINESS FINANCE
Course BE02027
Avid Media Composer 8 provides students with exposure Accounting for Non-Accountants |
Career Exploration—Business and Management
BROADCAST PRODUCTION
to the core skills, workflows, and concepts involved in Course BE01277
using this high-end professional non-linear video editing
Accounting for non-accountants is the must-have course
program. It covers the new timeline direct tools, layouts
Adobe After Effects Essentials - CC version | and interface, mixing frame sizes and aspect ratios,
for all who have never taken an accounting class, are
Course BE02028 mystified by accounting language, and have no clue about
video capturing and project management. Sessions are
balance sheets, income statements, or statements of cash
After Effects is an industry standard digital, post- divided between demonstration and hands-on practice,
flows. Whether you own a business, plan on starting one,
production program that provides a comprehensive set with dedicated lab time in order to complete a short final
or need to brush up on accounting, this is the course for
of 2D and 3D tools for creating graphic animations and project. For those interested in learning this program,
you. 4 sessions @ 3 hrs each.
effects used for broadcast television, web, and other video whether for personal use, for work, or to help in the $ 13 Text: Accounting for Non-Accountants, 3rd ed
production needs. Using the program, you can compose professional arena, a familiarity with computers and basic $ 299 Total Cost (includes textbook fee)
layers in various ways and combine sophisticated visual knowledge of editing is recommended. Registration closes
Section 0010 7:00 pm
effects to enhance a presentation, image, or a particular one week prior to start date of class. No Discounts. Pimmit Hills Ctr Th, January 9-January 30
video project. Through the use of class demonstrations 8 sessions @ 3 hrs each. Chandran Pillai, CPA, instructor
and practice sessions, this course is designed to teach the $ 400 Total Cost
essential functions of the program to beginners and those Section 0010 7:00 pm Fast Track Bookkeeping and Accounting |
with editing experience alike. (Class fee includes the new Fairfax Public Access (TV & Radio) Tu Th, February 18-March Course BE01264
course textbook, AE creative cloud version for 2017.) For 12
TBD, instructor Acquire basic bookkeeping and recordkeeping skills. Enter,
this class, knowledge of basic computer non-linear video
update, and maintain accounting records (collections,
editing is recommended. We also recommend each student
Radio Production | Course BE02022 payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and
bring their own external hard-drive as part of the course.
profit/loss). In this intense class, the accounting cycle
Certification requires the completion of class project. This course is designed to teach the key operating
(knowledge side) will be followed by QuickBooks Pro (skills
6 sessions @ 3 hrs each. functions of FPA’s radio studios and includes topics such
$ 285 Total Cost side). Great class for anyone interested in the accounting
as: operating the audio board, the use and mixing of
field, including entrepreneurs. 15 sessions @ 3 hrs each.
Section 0010 12:00 pm multiple sources, proper on-air presentation, and the $ 21 Text: Accounting
Fairfax Public Access (TV & Radio) Sa, February 22-March 28 essential station policies and procedures. You will be $ 720 Total Cost (includes textbook fee)
TBD, instructor required to prepare a few mini radio shows and present
Section 0010 7:00 pm
them live, on-air as the class progresses. Upon completion Pimmit Hills Ctr M W, January 27-March 18
of the class students are certified as FPA Radio Producers Chandran Pillai, CPA, instructor
and will be able to start a show of their own. Basic
knowledge of computers is recommended for this course. Fundamentals of Accounting—Part 1 |
6 sessions @ 3 hrs each. Course BE01260
$ 196 Total Cost
Discover the accounting cycle. Course includes
Section 0010 9:00 am
journalizing, posting, adjusting and closing entries;
Fairfax Public Access (TV & Radio) Sa, March 21-May 2
TBD, instructor preparing financial statements; and payroll. Comprehensive
course requiring outside study. Course can be used toward
Studio Package (Television Studio Production) | the Certified Bookkeeper designation (see www.aipb.org).
Course BE02020 No discounts/waivers. 16 sessions @ 2.5 hrs each.
$ 155 Text: Century 21 Accounting Multicolumn 9th ed ($117);
Studio Package is an eight week, 24 hour, all- Century 21 Accounting Working Papers 1-16 9th ed ($38)
encompassing course providing hands-on training for all $ 689 Total Cost (includes textbook fee)
equipment elements needed to help produce a television Section 0010 7:00 pm
program using either studio A or B. Key crew positions Pimmit Hills Ctr F, January 10-April 3
covered include camera operations, lighting, set-design, Chandran Pillai, CPA, instructor
audio operations, character generator/Ross Xpression,
Chroma Key/Green Screen, technical directing/Ross Fundamentals of Accounting—Part 2 |
Adobe Audition Fundamentals
Carbonite, and proper production planning tips. If you Course BE01261
(Digital Audio Editing) | Course BE02023
would like to know how to create a show in studios A or Continuation of Part 1. New students must purchase all
In this workshop, you will learn the basics of digital B – whether it is a talk show, sports, news or interview books. Returning students must purchase Unique Global
recording, audio editing, and processing, as well as
FCPS Adult and Community Education Winter 2020
segments, then this is the class for you. By the end of this Imports and Working Papers - Chapters 17-24 only.
mixing voice with sound effects and music, using the course you will be certified in the use of all the studio Comprehensive course requiring outside study. Course can
industry standard Adobe Audition CC program. The class is and control room equipment and authorized to volunteer be used toward the Certified Bookkeeper designation (see
designed to teach the necessary skills to edit radio shows in equipment positions for studio A/B productions. Note: www.aipb.org). 13 sessions @ 3 hrs each.
or creating audio promos. Furthermore, you’ll gain an volunteering and continued practice with the equipment is Prereq: BE01260 Fundamentals of Accounting--Part 1
understanding on how to prepare audio files for podcasting key to improve ones skills and experience. $ 77 Text: Century 21 Accounting Unique Global Imports 9th
or web purposes. Upon completion of this course use of 8 sessions @ 3 hrs each. ed ($39); Century 21 Accounting Working Papers 17-24
this equipment is authorized for volunteer purposes or $ 285 Total Cost 9th ed ($38)
for those working on their own approved FPA program. $ 622 Total Cost (includes textbook fee)
Section 0010 7:00 pm
We highly recommend beginner students to take our Fairfax Public Access (TV & Radio) M, February 24-April 20 Section 0010 7:00 pm
Radio Production course first to learn all the capabilities TBD, instructor Woodson HS Tu, January 14-April 14
available in our Radio Fairfax and WRLD Radio studios Wanda Patt, CPA, QB Pro Advisor, instructor
prior to registering in this class. Class fee includes course
textbook Audition CC. 6 sessions @ 3 hrs each.
$ 200 Total Cost
Section 0010 9:00 am Follow us on Social Media! @@FCPS_ACE facebook.com/fcpsACE
Fairfax Public Access (TV & Radio) Sa, March 21-April 18
TBD, instructor
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Mediation - Conflict Resolution | Course BE01088 Voice-Overs...Now is Your Time! |
QuickBooks Pro 2018 - Level 1 | Course CT01435
Do you find yourself in the middle of an argument and Course BE01072
This course is geared towards anyone working with data wonder how it got started in the first place? Do you
entry in QuickBooks. Level 1 teaches how to perform In what could be one of the most enlightening 2 hours
Career Exploration—Business and Management
overreact and make a difficult situation worse? Are you you’ve ever spent, this class will show you how YOU could
daily accounting tasks in the general ledger, accounts trapped in a seemingly irresolvable cycle of conflict? Do
receivable, accounts payable, and payroll. A general actually begin using your speaking voice for commercials,
you become angry or frustrated dealing with difficult films, videos and more! Most people go about it the wrong
knowledge of accounting principles is required for this people? This course is an overview of the mediation
course. 7 sessions @ 3 hrs each. Students MUST attend the way. In this class, you will learn about a unique, outside
and alternative dispute resolution field with a focus the box way to cash in on one of the most lucrative full
first class. on your approach to conflict. Learn a process to share
Prereq: BE01260 Fundamentals of Accounting--Part 1 or part-time careers out there! This is a business that you
your concerns, hear others’ concerns, and reach a win- can handle on your own terms, on your own turf, in your
$ 122 Text: Get Smart with QuickBooks 2018
$ 646 Total Cost (includes textbook fee) win agreement in your business, family, and personal own time, and with practically no overhead! And NOW is
relationships. 1 session @ 3 hrs. the best time to make this happen as new companies are
Section 0010 9:00 am $ 95 Total Cost
Pimmit Hills Ctr Sa, January 4-February 15 looking for new voices like never before. This exciting and
Chandran Pillai, CPA, instructor Section 0010 6:30 pm fun class could be the game changer you’ve been looking
Woodson HS Tu, February 18 for! 1 session @ 2 hrs.
Eric Assur, MA, instructor $ 79 Total Cost
QuickBooks Pro 2018 - Level 2 | Course CT01436
QuickBooks Level 2 is a continuation of the basic features Navigating Life Changes - Designing Your Future | Section 0010 7:00 pm
Woodson HS W, March 25
for daily accounting tasks using QuickBooks and will Course BE01567 Staff, instructor
introduce several of the more advanced functions and
Change is a natural part of life, whether it’s a change in Section 0011 7:00 pm
capabilities of QuickBooks. Students will look at how to
your job, your relationships, or your business. We tend to Pimmit Hills Ctr Th, March 26
create company files, and deal with more advanced tasks
navigate these changes by defaulting to old patterns and Staff, instructor
for receivables, payables, inventory, and payroll. Uses
limited thinking. In this 2-hour class we’ll explore the
same text as CT01435. Helps to prepare the student for the
innate abilities we all have that are often hidden within.
Certiport® QuickBooks Specialist exam.
7 sessions @ 3 hrs each.
We’ll look at the common reasons we get stuck in negative "The class was amazing, we got lots
Prereq: CT01435 QuickBooks Pro 2018 - Level 1
beliefs about what we are capable of doing and becoming. of information. The instructor had
$ 479 Total Cost Using the highly successful DreamBuilder process, we’ll fun and interactive activities. Positive
begin to take a look at the possibilities of your life and
Section 0010 1:00 pm
the steps you can take to achieve them. Come be inspired and exciting! Our instructor, Will was
Pimmit Hills Ctr Sa, February 15-March 28
Chandran Pillai, CPA, instructor and uplifted while you explore the possibilities waiting for enthusiastic and energetic!"
you. 1 session @ 2 hrs.
$ 89 Total Cost Sonia L- Voice Overs-Now is your Time.
Section 0010 1:00 pm
Plum Center F, January 31
COMMUNICATIONS Stamler, instructor
Section 0011 1:00 pm ENTREPRENEURSHIP/SMALL BUSINESS
Business English Essentials I | Course BE01052
Plum Center F, March 13
This course is designed for people who need to improve Stamler, instructor Creating a Successful Business Plan |
their English grammar skills to enter or advance in the Course BE01879
workforce. It introduces basic principles of grammar and Office Communication Skills | Course BE01061 Learn the tools that assist in developing a successful
focuses on sentence structure. Attendees will finish this Office Communication Skills is a practical course that plan to run your business effectively and efficiently.
class being able to recognize sentence fragments, phrases, examines the basics of communication in the workplace. A well-defined plan will keep you on task, serve as a
complete sentences, dependent clauses, and independent You will cover: writing for the business world, document source for funds, aid decision-making, and drive your
clauses. They will be able to write simple and compound appearance, persuasive language, delivering bad news, business forward. 4 sessions @ 3 hrs each.
sentences using appropriate articles, conjunctions, and the 7 C’s of business writing. A Microsoft® PowerPoint $ 23 Text: The Secrets to Writing A Successful Business
prepositions, word order, capitalization, and punctuation. presentation is required during the last session. Plan
4 sessions @ 3 hrs each. $ 324 Total Cost (includes textbook fee)
3 sessions @ 3 hrs each.
$ 97 Text: Basic English Review, 9th ed
$ 329 Total Cost (includes textbook fee) Prereq: BE01052 Business English Essentials I Section 0010 1:00 pm
$ 6 Text: Quick Source Guide PowerPoint 2013 Plum Center Su, January 5-January 19
Section 0010 9:30 am $ 221 Total Cost (includes textbook fee) Tiffanie Kendrick, MBA, instructor
Woodson HS Sa, February 8-February 29
Edwards, instructor Section 0010 6:30 pm
Pimmit Hills Ctr M W, March 16-March 23 Developing a Marketing Plan |
Course BE01245
FCPS Adult and Community Education Winter 2020
Robert Wise, instructor
Confident Public Speaking | Course BE01066
Résumé and Interview Clinic | Course BE01393 Develop and write a comprehensive marketing plan.
Whether speaking to a small group or a filled auditorium, This will be a model marketing plan that includes
Find that Dream Job! Get straightforward advice in job
this class provides the requisite tools needed to deliver an analysis of competition, pricing, promotion,
hunting. We’ll cover all aspects of finding and keeping
a message clearly and with confidence. Learn ways to distribution, and building the value proposition.
a good job including how to locate jobs, the role of the
overcome nervousness; have a technique for preparing Special emphasis is placed on integrating Internet
Internet in the employment process, résumé and cover
messages that are meaningful for the audience; get tips marketing and return on investment metrics.
letter preparation, interviewing skills, obtaining great
for creating impactful visuals that support the message; 2 sessions @ 2.5 hrs each.
professional references, background investigations, job
and manage questions and answers. The course provides $ 129 Total Cost
offer evaluation, salary negotiations and tips for career
opportunities to practice both off-the-cuff and planned
success. This class is appropriate for all job seekers Section 0010 7:00 pm
presentations. 4 sessions @ 2 hrs each. Pimmit Hills Ctr M W, January 6-January 8
$ 169 Total Cost regardless of your experience. Bring a copy of your résumé
Tiffanie Kendrick, MBA, instructor
to the first class. Session three will be in a computer lab
Section 0010 6:30 pm where the instructor will help all students finalize their Section 0011 6:30 pm
Pimmit Hills Ctr M W, January 6-January 15 Bryant Ctr M W, February 3-February 5
Robert Wise, instructor résumés. 3 sessions @ 2.5 hrs each.
$ 119 Total Cost Robert Wise, instructor
Section 0010 9:30 am
Pimmit Hills Ctr Tu W Th, March 10-March 12
Rosalind Levy, M.Ed., instructor
9
HR Training the Workforce | Course BE01403
Doing Business Globally | Course BE01461 Tax Strategies for the One-Person Business and
Small Corporations | Course BE01903 Your organization needs a training plan.This course covers
Are you ready to conduct business internationally? Do what constitutes training, how to develop and structure
you understand the culture? Learn the basics on how to One-person businesses and small corporations frequently
Career Exploration—Business and Management
a training program, preparing effective training plans,
evaluate the investment potential of a country, provide a pay too much in taxes and do not know it! Explore the obtaining high workforce productivity from funds expended
global strategy, set up a team, establish your operations, tax laws, unknown to you and/or your tax return preparer, for training, how to design courses, and training/
understand the logistics process, and implement a realistic which favor the smallest of businesses, such as sole development programs of value to workforce.
schedule and budget. 2 sessions @ 2.5 hrs each. proprietorships, LLCs, S Corporations, and C Corporations. 4 sessions @ 3 hrs each.
$ 134 Total Cost Save your money. Taught by a CPA with a masters degree $ 5 Text: Training the Workforce
Section 0010 7:00 pm in taxation. 2 sessions @ 3 hrs each. $ 259 Total Cost (includes textbook fee)
Plum Center Tu Th, January 7-January 9 $ 159 Total Cost
Section 0010 6:00 pm
Tiffanie Kendrick, MBA, instructor Section 0010 7:00 pm Edison HS Tu Th, February 18-February 27
Pimmit Hills Ctr Tu Th, January 7-January 9 Gina Lynch, MA, MS, instructor
Federal Income Tax for Small Business Owners | Christopher J. Inglese, CPA, MS (Tax), instructor
Course BE01275 Section 0011 7:00 pm Human Resources Law Overview |
Learn what the IRS considers business income, business Pimmit Hills Ctr Tu Th, January 28-January 30 Course BE01410
expenses (including IRS regulations on Section 179 Christopher J. Inglese, CPA, MS (Tax), instructor
Study the content of laws pertaining to wages and hours,
expensing and depreciation, car and truck expenses, home Section 0012 7:00 pm workers’ safety and health, unions and members, family
office expenses, net operating losses, etc.), gains and Pimmit Hills Ctr Tu Th, February 4-February 6 and medical leave, Virginia at-will employment and the
losses, business tax credits, self-employment and other Christopher J. Inglese, CPA, MS (Tax), instructor
right to work. Understand how a human resources manager
taxes, tax accounting methods and various tax forms, and might respond and when these laws affect workforce
filing requirements for small businesses. This course will operations. Course does not provide legal opinions or
also cover asset depreciation methods and the assets life/ positions. 4 sessions @ 3 hrs each.
class per IRS regulations. 4 sessions @ 3 hrs each. LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT $ 239 Total Cost
$ 286 Total Cost
Section 0010 6:00 pm
Section 0010 12:30 pm Building the HR Organization Structure | Edison HS Tu Th, March 17-March 26
Plum Center Su, January 12-February 2 Course BE01401 Gina Lynch, MA, MS, instructor
Chandran Pillai, CPA, instructor Study what constitutes the organizational structure, how
managers and employees can build an organization to Introduction to Coaching | Course BE01560
Financing Your Small Business | Course BE01882 function effectively, and how human resource management If you seek to inspire and motivate others, then coaching
This course is for entrepreneurs ready to start or expand fits into this picture. Particular attention is paid to may be the skill set for you. This continuously emerging
a business. Discussion topics include: loan requirements building positions, the essential building block for an field draws on numerous communication approaches and
for both owners and businesses, sources of financing, effective human resource management program. techniques you can use to support others in achieving
and different kinds of financing available. Taught by a 4 sessions @ 3 hrs each. their short and long-term goals by developing a positive
respected author and speaker. 2 sessions @ 3 hrs each. $ 5 Text: Building the Organizational Structure approach to all areas of their lives. In this experiential
$ 129 Total Cost $ 239 Total Cost (includes textbook fee)
introductory session, we’ll discuss the basics of how
Section 0010 9:00 am Section 0010 6:00 pm coaching works and discover what coaching is--and isn’t-
Plum Center F, February 7 Plum Center M W, January 6-January 15 -distinguishing coaching from mentoring, consulting,
Karlene Sinclair-Robinson, instructor Gina Lynch, MA, MS, instructor
therapy, training and athletic development and the
essential components of all coaching interventions.
Landlording | Course BE01186 Coaching Skills for Everyday Life | 1 session @ 4 hrs.
Do you have difficult tenants? Are you considering renting Course BE01561 $ 159 Total Cost
out your home or purchasing investment property? Do you want to improve your communication with family, Section 0010 9:00 am
Avoid problems. A lawyer will present your rights and friends or colleagues at work? Coaching skills are not just Plum Center Sa, February 29
responsibilities regarding leases, security deposits, for professional coaches or managers, they are for everyday Sally Silberman, MBA, ACC, BCC, instructor
maintenance, record keeping, and eviction. Learn how life whether you’re interacting with children at home,
recent developments in Virginia landlord-tenant law affect trying to help a family member, friend or a colleague Office Etiquette | Course PR09001
you! Determine whether your rental(s) are exempt from the or team at your place of work. Through a hands-on, It has been said that you do not get a second chance at
Virginia Residential Tenant Act. 1 session @ 2.5 hrs. interactive approach, you will learn how to listen more making a good first impression! Learn what is expected
$ 99 Total Cost effectively, ask better questions, better manage conflict in the business world. Gain the edge that will set you
Section 0010 6:30 pm and more! 6 hours of instruction. apart. Civility, business dress, proper telephone technique,
Plum Center W, January 15 $ 139 Total Cost electronic communication, and written communication
FCPS Adult and Community Education Winter 2020
Kathleen McDermott, JD, instructor Section 0010 9:00 am etiquette will not only help you make a great first
Section 0011 6:30 pm Plum Center Sa, March 21 impression, but will serve you in all aspects of business
Pimmit Hills Ctr W, February 19 Sally Silberman, MBA, ACC, BCC, instructor and social life. 1 session @ 3 hrs.
Kathleen McDermott, JD, instructor $ 99 Total Cost
Section 0012 9:00 am HR Recruiting and Placing Employees |
Section 0010 9:00 am
L. Braddock SS Sa, March 21 Course BE01402 L. Braddock SS Sa, January 25
Kathleen McDermott, JD, instructor Study how to establish and carry out a recruiting program Edwards, instructor
that brings needed manpower to your workforce and
effectively positions that workforce for maximum efficiency
and effectiveness. 4 sessions @ 3 hrs each. Where can I find the room number that my
$ 5 Text: Recruiting and Placing Employees class has been assigned?
$ 239 Total Cost (includes textbook fee)
Room numbers are given once you have registered for a
Section 0010 6:00 pm class and are printed on the receipt that you receive for
Edison HS Tu Th, January 21-January 30 your class. Specific room assignments are subject to change
Gina Lynch, MA, MS, instructor to accommodate enrollments, ensuring that anyone who
wants to attend a class is not waitlisted due to rooms being
too small. Upon arrival at the class location, please check
for FCPS ACE signage that will list the current room assignment.
10Project Management for Nonprofits | The 3 Rs of Volunteers: Recruitment, Retention,
LICENSURE AND PREPARATION Course BE01209 and Recognition | Course BE01872
Virginia Principles of Real Estate | Project Management (PM) in the nonprofit world is Build numbers and commitment among your volunteer pool
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Course BE01972 important. Projects include everything from grant - with or without an existing team. Discover the five initial
writing and fundraising to a strategic plan with project steps to effective recruitment! Finish with strategies to
Virginia real estate is a diverse market, with coastal development, execution, and results. This workshop make the experience for your volunteers memorable.
homes, rural farmlands, and the bustling suburbs of introduces participants to basic project management 1 session @ 2 hrs.
Washington, DC. Professionals seeking a Virginia real (PM) principles for success and details the five processes $ 89 Total Cost
estate license, must complete this DPOR (Department that make up the PM Life Cycle. It will walk participants Section 0010 7:00 pm
of Professional Occupation) approved 60 hour course in through project development: defining your project, Plum Center W, February 26
order to sit for state and national exams administered by outlining the steps to implement the project, and Lynn O’Connell, MA, instructor
PSI (Professional Services Industry). processes to control quality. Participants will also learn
No discounts or refunds. DMV LICENSE NUMBER AND specific PM techniques to make project requests stronger
DATE OF BIRTH IS REQUIRED in order to sit for state and including strategies for communication with stakeholders,
national exams. 20 sessions @ 3 hrs each. cost management, and human resource management. PERSONAL FINANCE
$ 56 Text: Modern RE Practice; VA RE Practice and Law Pkg 1 session @ 4 hrs.
$ 435 Total Cost (includes textbook fee) $ 159 Total Cost Baby Boomer Retirement Planning |
Section 0010 7:00 pm Section 0010 9:00 am Course BE01152
Pimmit Hills Ctr M W, January 22-April 1 Pimmit Hills Ctr Sa, March 7 Experts tell us that 50% of Boomers will fail at retirement
Bill Hardin, CRB, instructor Melson Martis, MBA, PMP, CSM, instructor
(lowering their standard of living or worse). This course
prepares students for the real risks, faulty assumptions,
Starting a Nonprofit Organization |
and the guardrails they can install in their retirement
Course BE01871
planning. Some may find they are not as ready to retire as
Whether you are interested in forming a new nonprofit, they had hoped, but when would you like to know that,
converting an informal group to tax-exempt status, or before or AFTER you retire? At what other time in our lives
reorganizing an existing organization, this course will do we face more uncertainty with less margin of error? This
walk you through the steps. Understand what is needed is an academic, compressed presentation to fit our busy
to take a nonprofit start-up from vision to reality and the lives, that you might find as enjoyable as it is valuable.
necessary processes to become a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt 1 session @ 4 hours.
organization. 2 sessions @ 2 hrs each. $ 97 Total Cost
"I have 3 criteria for a great instructor: $ 119 Total Cost
engages the class, provides relevant content, Section 0010 9:00 am
Section 0010 1:00 pm Woodson HS Sa, January 25
has a natural, but polished stage presence. Plum Center F, January 17 James Steele, MBA, IAR, instructor
The instructor for the VA Real Estate Principles Lynn O’Connell, MA, instructor
Section 0011 9:00 am
class has all 3! Mr. Hardin’s personal stories Plum Center Sa, February 22
brought the content to life (even the boring Strategic Planning for Your Nonprofit | James Steele, MBA, IAR, instructor
law parts!) & each 3 hour class period flew Course BE01910 Section 0012 9:00 am
by. Combined with his 45+ years experience A nonprofit needs planning in order to stay on track and Pimmit Hills Ctr Sa, March 21
in field, ACE has hit this one out of the park. grow. Select a type of plan that your organization can James Steele, MBA, IAR, instructor
Highly recommend!" really develop and use. Learn how to carry out a strategic
Karen S.- Virginia Principles of Real Estate plan and see that it is implemented. 1 session @ 2 hrs. Investing Basics: The 7 Rules of Being a
$ 89 Total Cost Savvy Investor | Course BE01190
Section 0010 7:00 pm Are you interested in investing, but don’t know how to
NONPROFIT Plum Center Tu, January 28 get started? Whether you’re interested in investing for
Lynn O’Connell, MA, instructor retirement, or just want to grow your wealth, this course is
Event Planning | Course BE01886
for you. Do you know the difference between mutual funds
Make your company or life event a memorable, affordable, Successful Fundraising | Course BE01913 and ETFs? Are you wondering how to improve your ability
and smoothly executed experience. Go through all the You have a great program; now all you need is funding. to have positive gains over time? This course is designed
planning stages. Learn tricks of the trade on picking the Does this sound like your organization? Funding is a to educate you on the different types of investments
right type of event or activity, location, food, decorations, critical component of all nonprofit organizations. This and the 7 rules of being a savvy investor. Topics will
invitations, entertainment, and cleanup procedures. Leave workshop will give an overview of various effective cover understanding stocks, bonds, mutual funds and
with a plan for a memorable event. 1 session @ 2 hrs.
FCPS Adult and Community Education Winter 2020
fundraising techniques - grants, special events, personal ETFs. Students will gain knowledge of behavior finance,
$ 89 Total Cost solicitation, mailings, planned giving, and web-based diversification, concepts of risk and return and other
Section 0010 7:00 pm fundraising. 2 sessions @ 2 hrs each. strategies. Taught by an Accredited Portfolio Management
Plum Center Tu, January 7 $ 119 Total Cost Advisor. 1 session @ 2 hrs.
Lynn O’Connell, MA, instructor $ 89 Total Cost
Section 0010 1:00 pm
Plum Center F, February 14 Section 0010 6:30 pm
Grant Writing | Course BE01915 Lynn O’Connell, MA, instructor Chantilly HS Tu, January 7
Learn the skills you need to secure grants from foundations Connell A. Lee, APMA, instructor
and corporations. Provides techniques and resources for Section 0011 6:30 pm
locating the best prospects and for writing the basic Chantilly HS Th, February 20
components of a proposal. Find the answers to: How do I Connell A. Lee, APMA, instructor
get a funder’s attention? What does a funder look for in a Section 1012 10:00 am
proposal? How do I write winning proposals? Pimmit Hills Ctr Sa, March 7
2 sessions @ 2 hrs each. Connell A. Lee, APMA, instructor
$ 121 Total Cost
Section 0010 1:00 pm
Plum Center F, January 31
Lynn O’Connell, MA, instructor
11Retirement Planning for Federal Employees |
Minimizing Taxes Under the New Tax Act | Course BE01191 SOCIAL MEDIA
Course BE01192 This course will help federal employees plan and
You can achieve tax flexibility and tax diversification understand decisions that need to be made before Blogging for Business | Course BE01916
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so you can proactively manage your taxes now and in leaving federal service. We will review your benefits, Will a blog boost your business or just bog you down?
retirement. We will discuss ROTH vs. Traditional retirement including pensions, the Annuity Supplement, Voluntary When done correctly, a successful blog can bring attention
accounts, conversions, capital gains treatment, required Contributions, TSP, FLTC, FEGLI, and Medicare and Social to your business and attract new customers. Whether
minimum distributions, and tax strategies. Does it still Security benefits. We will discuss ROTH vs Traditional you want to create a new online presence or strengthen
make sense to carry a mortgage under the new tax law? TSP investing, distribution options, the pros and cons of existing offerings, learn and practice easy-to-use
Will you itemize? Taught by a Certified Financial Planner. keeping a mortgage, and smart income tax planning and techniques to drive visitors to your site with confidence.
1 session @ 2.5 hrs. management. Taught by a Certified Financial Planner who Taught in a computer lab by a marketing expert.
$ 119 Total Cost regularly teaches retirement planning in various federal 2 sessions @ 3 hrs each.
Section 0012 7:00 pm agencies. Prereq: BE01387 Social Media Networking
Woodson HS Tu, February 18 1 session @ 4.5 hrs or 2 sessions @ 2 hours 15 min. Prereq: CT01416 PC Basics
Kristina E. Sturgis, CFP, CDFA, APMA CKA, instructor $ 149 Total Cost $ 129 Total Cost
Section 0010 8:30 am Section 0010 6:30 pm
L. Braddock SS Sa, January 11 Bryant Ctr M, January 27-February 3
"This was my first ACE class and I Kristina E. Sturgis, CFP, CDFA, APMA CKA, instructor Karlene Sinclair-Robinson, instructor
found it very helpful. I've had trouble Section 0011 7:00 pm
Woodson HS Th, February 20-February 27 Social Media Networking | Course BE01387
finding this type of information Kristina E. Sturgis, CFP, CDFA, APMA CKA, instructor
Are you behind the social media curve? Learn how to
that wasn't tied to and diluted by a use blogs, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and other tools to
sales pitch. Very beneficial and the Social Security Timing Strategies |
network with potential customers, colleagues, and friends.
instructor was engaging." Course BE01143
Learn dos and don’ts, proper social media etiquette, and
Being told for years that Social Security is “going broke,” ways to grow your business fan base and expand your
ACE Student — Minimizing Taxes Under baby boomers are realizing that it will soon be their turn outreach. Students MUST have a Facebook account (go
the New Tax Act to collect. But the decisions you make now can have a to www.facebook.com and sign up) before attending this
tremendous impact on the total benefits you stand to course. Taught in a computer lab. 1 session @ 3 hrs.
Preparing Your Home for Sale Seminar | receive over your lifetime. This informative seminar covers $ 209 Total Cost
Course BE01175 the basics of Social Security and reveals strategies for Section 0010 9:00 am
Whether you’re selling in 3 years or 3 months maximizing your benefits. 1 session @ 1.5 hrs. Plum Center F, January 17
$ 59 Total Cost Karlene Sinclair-Robinson, instructor
homeowners have a formidable task preparing their
house for sale, having time to prepare is critical. Section 0010 7:00 pm
What should be done first? What should be fixed? Is it Woodson HS Th, January 23 Twitter - Tweet Your Talk! | Course BE01702
James Steele, MBA, IAR, instructor
important to fix? Participants will learn through examples In 140 characters or less, establish your presence and
& discussions on what a Residential Home Inspector Section 0011 7:00 pm engage with others via Twitter. Set up an account,
Pimmit Hills Ctr Tu, February 18 determine who to follow, attract others, and find out
evaluates for your potential buyer. It enables you to
James Steele, MBA, IAR, instructor
reflect about the condition of your home and address what others are saying about your product or service.
concerns before placing your house on the market. Section 0012 7:00 pm Harness the power of Twitter—one of the easiest and most
Plum Center Th, March 19 powerful social media tools available! 1 session @ 3 hrs.
Course is taught by a Virginia certified home inspector.
James Steele, MBA, IAR, instructor $ 79 Total Cost
1 session @ 2 1/2 hours.
$ 59 Total Cost Section 0010 6:30 pm
The Federal Reserve and Its Effect on
Section 0010 7:00 pm Bryant Ctr M, February 10
Your Income and Wealth | Course BE01125 Karlene Sinclair-Robinson, instructor
L. Braddock SS Th, January 16
John L. LaFever, CPI, instructor The Federal Reserve is one of the most powerful entities
Section 0207 * 6:30 pm in the world, but do you know how it was created, what
Plum Center F, February 7 it does, and how its actions have a direct effect on your
Staff, instructor wealth? Using lessons from history, economics, finance,
* Childcare available during this class - Call 703-658-1201 politics, accounting, demographics, war and even religion,
as well as simple math, learn what the Wall Street elite
Section 0011 7:00 pm and Washington establishment do not want you to
Chantilly HS Tu, February 11 understand about the system. Taught by an experienced
John L. LaFever, CPI, instructor
FCPS Adult and Community Education Winter 2020
CPA with a Masters Degree in taxation. 1 session @ 3 hrs.
$ 99 Total Cost
Section 0012 9:00 am Section 0010 7:00 pm
Woodson HS Sa, March 14 Pimmit Hills Ctr W, January 8
John L. LaFever, CPI, instructor Christopher J. Inglese, CPA, MS (Tax), instructor
Section 0011 7:00 pm
Pimmit Hills Ctr W, January 29
Christopher J. Inglese, CPA, MS (Tax), instructor
Section 0012 7:00 pm
Pimmit Hills Ctr W, February 5
Christopher J. Inglese, CPA, MS (Tax), instructor
FCPS Employees get 25% off
on Tuition for *ACE classes.
*Some exclusions apply.
Call 703-658-1201 for more information
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