BUSINESS OFFICE ACADEMY
Word: Beginning – Intermediate
This newly updated course will have you working like a pro with many of the features of MS Word. You will learn how to take a blank document and improve it by applying formatting, fonts, styles and color. You will learn how to utilize tables and columns and how to mail merge documents. After this class, you will be able to create a resume, promotional brochure, reports and a newsletter. Instructor support available. Prerequisite: Basic computer skills. Textbook required. Access to MSO Word 2016 or above required. 5-week class.
QuickBooks Online: Level 1
Learn how QuickBooks can be practically applied to small businesses. This self-paced, distance-learning course utilizes the QuickBooks platform to instruct in using QuickBooks to effectively and accurately set up a new company and manage customers, vendors, banking transactions and reconciliations. Includes a one-year subscription to QuickBooks Online. Students will check in with the instructor on a regularly scheduled basis for support and feedback. Instructor support available. Prerequisites: Basic computer skills and Accounting I or equivalent experience. Textbook required. 5-week class
QuickBooks Online: Level 2
Take your knowledge of QuickBooks a step further. This self-paced, distance-learning course utilizes the QuickBooks platform to instruct you in using QuickBooks to continue managing the company you set up in Level 1. You will learn how to manage inventory, work with balance sheets, payroll and sales tax, customize and create custom templates and reports. Includes a one-year subscription to QuickBooks Online. Students will check in with the instructor on a regularly scheduled basis for support and feedback. Instructor support available. Prerequisite: Basic computer skills, QuickBooks Online Level 1 and Accounting I or equivalent experience. Textbook required. 5-week class
MEDICAL OFFICE ACADEMY
Medical Office Procedures
This self-paced, distance-learning course utilizes a web based lesson delivery system to simulate the work of a Medical Front Office Administrative Assistant. Students will learn how to use MediSoft Patient software to enter patient demographics, billing information, procedure and diagnostic codes. The student will then begin several days of simulations to complete tasks such as triage, reports, banking, claims, travel arrangements, charting, proofreading and other critical thinking exercises. Students will check in with the instructor on a regularly scheduled basis for support and feedback. This course would be excellent preparation for any front office position in a medical office. Prerequisites: Medical Terminology or approval from instructor, knowledge of word processing, basic computer skills and type 25 WPM. Textbook required. 10-week class
Electronic Health Records using SimChart for the Medical Office
This self-paced, distance-learning course utilizes a web-based lesson delivery system to train you in working with patient records as you might in a hospital or medical office. You will learn about HIPPA patient privacy laws as they relate to confidential patient records. Through a series of simulations, you will enter patient demographics, chart notes, coding and insurance billing, patient accounting and more. Students will check in with the instructor on a regularly scheduled basis for support and feedback. Prerequisites: Medical Terminology or approval from instructor, knowledge of word processing, basic computer skills and type 25 WPM. Textbook required. 5-week class
COMMUNITY INTEREST
Introduction to Voice-overs
“Wow, you have a great voice!” How many times have you heard that? Or maybe you listen to your favorite audiobook, commercial, or cartoon character and think “I could do that!” Explore the voiceover industry with your instructor, a professional, working voice actor from Voices For All. Discover current trends in the industry and how they make it easy and affordable for just about anyone to get involved. You’ll learn about different types of voiceovers and tools you’ll need to find success. Your instructor will take notes as you read a real script in this one-on-one video chat setting, and offer some coaching to improve delivery. You will receive a professional voice evaluation at the end of your One-time, 90-minute introductory workshop. You owe it to yourself to finally explore the possibilities of this field. Includes: One (1) 90 Minute Introductory Workshop scheduled by appointment upon registration.
Acrylic Painting
We will learn to see the beauty around us and release our creativity! This class is designed to equip students with the skills to paint effortlessly and with confidence. We will learn about techniques, composition, value, and color theory. We will also focus on brushstrokes, perspective and the elements of design. We will apply the concepts learned to landscapes, seascapes, and still life paintings. Supply list available at time of registration. (12 student minimum requirement.) 8-week class
Watercolor Painting – Beginning
Come and enjoy the beauty of watercolor! This is an introductory class to discover the different elements of watercolor paints. We will explore paints, brushes, paper, and a variety of techniques to create beautiful landscapes, seascapes, abstracts, and still life paintings. We will also explore washes, color theory, composition, value, and texture. Supply list available at time of registration. (12 student minimum requirement.) 8-week class
Watercolor Painting – Intermediate
Discover the intricacies of watercolor! We will explore inspirational artists; learn about the elements of paints, brushes, and a variety of paper. We will cover composition, value, and the elements of art to create beautiful landscapes and still life paintings. Supply list available at time of registration. (12 student minimum requirement.) 8-week class
Ballroom Sampler
Don’t let the quarantine keep you from moving and learning from the comfort of your own home! Instructions will be clear and easy to understand, and the pace of the class will be perfect for beginning level students with no experience. West Coast Swing is the state dance of California, and is a very popular social dance done worldwide to all genres of music. Both individuals and couples are welcome to learn from home using Zoom. The Instructor has 15 years’ experience as a competitive dancer winning multiple professional titles. Expertise and experience teaching 25 dances. (10 student minimum requirement.) 6-week class (Class Fee: $60 per person)
Yoga
This fun and supportive class is for everybody. We’ll explore yoga poses to increase your flexibility, tone your body, and improve your breathing and your balance. Modifications will be used to ensure your comfort and safety. Come join the fun! Please have a yoga mat, 2 sturdy blankets, and 2 yoga blocks, and a 6’ strap. Please wear comfortable clothes. (10 student minimum requirement.) 8-week class
Welcome to Medicare
Do you have questions about MEDICARE? Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP) has the answers. Welcome to Medicare is a FREE class presented by HICAP in Contra Costa County. During the session, we explain and answer questions about Medicare benefits: prescription medication coverage, Medicare Advantage Plans (HMOs), and Medicare Supplemental insurance. In addition, we discuss how Medicare coordinates with retiree and veterans benefits. After this class, you will be able to make informed decisions on how best to address your health insurance coverage with Medicare. (8 student minimum requirement.)