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SCREAGLES Take Care of Each Other When you join us in person, we ask you to help keep our USI campus safe. Please visit the USI COVID-19 Information and Resources page for the most up-to-date information and guidelines for visiting campus at USI.edu/COVID-19. Please adhere to the following guidelines and any posted signage while on the USI campus: Instructors and participants are required to wear a face covering when in buildings, including in classrooms. 3 FT Practice physical distancing of at least three feet between individuals. DO NOT enter facilities if you have any of the following symptoms: fever, cough, shortness of breath, sore throat, headache, loss of taste/smell and muscle pain.
Dear Lifelong Learners, We look forward to welcoming you to Fall 2021 in-person and online Lifelong Learning courses! You spoke, and we listened. We’re happy to announce two enhancements to our Fall offerings: 1) 10% Senior Discount (age 60+) can now be applied to the Personal Enrichment and Software Skills categories of the Lifelong Learning courses. Please use promo code Senior21 during checkout to gain the discount. 2) Two public open enrollment courses will be offered at WestGate Academy in Odon, Indiana: Technical Writing and Professional Presentation and Communication Skills. Find more information at USI.edu/technicalwriting and USI.edu/communicationskills. Are you looking to enhance your skills for a career change or advancement? We can help. Recent job postings in the 30-county region surrounding USI between 2019-2021 suggest that the most frequent common skills reflected in job postings that employers desire are: communications, customer service, sales, management, operations and leadership. Did you know that many of our professional development courses can help you enhance these skills? Visit USI.edu/outreach/ lifelong-learning/professional-development for a comprehensive listing. For those who love the flexibility of our online professional development courses and certifications, visit: Featured online courses at USI.edu/featuredonline Online courses at USI.edu/lifelonglearning-online Noncredit professional certifications at USI.edu/onlinecertifications As a reminder to our regional businesses and organizations, we can customize nearly all of our courses to meet your employees’ in-person or virtual training needs. We will work with you to develop site-specific and job-specific training to assist you in achieving your goals. More information is available at USI.edu/custom-training. When you join us in person, we ask you to help us keep our USI campus safe. Visit the USI COVID-19 Information and Resources page for the most up-to-date information and guidelines for visiting campus at USI.edu/COVID-19. We remain available to assist you with questions during regular business hours by phone at 812-464-1989 or by email at outreach@usi.edu. Have a safe and enjoyable Fall! Dawn Stoneking Executive Director, Outreach and Engagement
Table of Contents PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT ������������� 1 USI @ WESTGATE ACADEMY NEW! IN ODON, INDIANA�������������������������������4 SOFTWARE SKILLS�������������������������������5 ONLINE INDUSTRY— RECOGNIZED CERTIFICATIONS���������������6 WORKPLACE SKILL NEW! ENHANCING CERTIFICATES�������������������9 PERSONAL ENRICHMENT��������������������� 10 FITNESS AND RECREATION����������������� 12 YOUTH PROGRAMS����������������������������� 13 FEATURED ONLINE NONCREDIT COURSES������������������������� 14 USI.edu/LifelongLearning As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, the University of Southern Indiana considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy or marital status, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other category protected by law or identified by the University as a protected class. D21-130858
Professional Dev elopment While on the USI campus, instructors and participants are required to wear a face covering when in buildings, including in classrooms, and practice physical distancing of at least three feet between individuals. LEADERSHIP SKILLS ASSESSMENT NO. MDC580 course prepares professionals for SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP certification exams. (FORMERLY MANAGEMENT SKILLS ASSESSMENT) Visit shrm.org for more information about certification. Using well-recognized and accepted assessment center methodology, Dates and Time: assessors observe and evaluate participants during a series of work No. HRC600.001: Mondays, September 13-December 6; 6-9 p.m. simulations where participants encounter challenges and tasks common to Voluntary orientation session on Tuesday, September 7 from 6-7 p.m. supervisory and management positions. The outcome is a comprehensive Class does not meet on November 22 report outlining the participant’s strengths, developmental needs and Location: USI Rice Library, Room 0010 training recommendations. The assessment is valuable for aspiring or current Registration Fee: $1499 supervisors and managers from all industries. Registration includes The Big Book of HR and lunch. This course addresses the following soft skills: leadership, written and oral EHRA members receive a 10% discount. Use promo code EHRA21. communication, problem solving, decision making, interpersonal relationship Register: USI.edu/SHRM skills, sensitivity, planning, organizing and prioritizing abilities. FACILITY MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATE NO. BUS600 Dates and Time: Our 20-hour, five-session course is perfect for anyone beginning a new role or No. MDC580.001: Friday, September 10; 8:45 a.m.-3:30 p.m. wanting to learn more about facility management. As companies strive for the No. MDC580.002: Friday, October 15; 8:45 a.m.-3:30 p.m. most efficient use of staff, business professionals are often filling unfamiliar No. MDC580.003: Friday, November 12; 8:45 a.m.-3:30 p.m. roles such as managing facilities. This course is designed to give business Location: USI University Center East, Room 2229 professionals the basic information and skills needed to manage facilities, a Registration Fee: $425 role which could include the following tasks: organizing and administering Registration includes lunch. Members of the Tri-State Manufacturers a department, managing buildings and work spaces, managing a budget, Alliance receive a 10% discount. Use promo code TSMA21 overseeing maintenance and operations, overseeing projects, leasing and Register: USI.edu/leadershipskills purchasing property, facility emergency preparedness, facility security management, facility safety programs and sustainability. Upon completion of LEADERSHIP SKILLS this course participants will have the following knowledge: FOR THE NEW LEADER CERTIFICATE NO. CLE400 For new or prospective leaders, this course is ideal for building the • How to develop strategies for being proactive rather than reactive knowledge and skills needed to launch a successful management career. • How to plan to determine priorities and goals that align with anticipated The following topics are explored: primary roles and responsibilities, costs and expenditures resources and information needed, supervising former peers, developing • An understanding of the four elements of managing projects—scope, time, action plans, resolving conflict, appropriate use of various communication quality and budget methods, interpersonal relationships, providing feedback for performance • Facility planning and how to create effective corporate workspace improvement, leading teams, delegating tasks, training and monitoring • Workplace requirements to support business needs employees and more. • When and how to outsource facility services Instructor: Tammy Pickering Dates and Time: • Related contract management skills No. CLE400.001: Mondays, October 11 & 18; 9 a.m.-4 p.m. • Purchasing, bidding and negotiating Location: USI Rice Library, Room 0016 • Office support systems and technology Registration Fee: $399 • Facility maintenance and repair programs Registration includes lunch. Members of the Tri-State Manufacturers Alliance receive a 10% discount. Use promo code TSMA21 • Financial management, planning and controls Register: USI.edu/NewLeader • How to prepare a facility operating expense budget based on “need” • How to prepare a capital budget based on facility business requirements SHRM LEARNING SYSTEM NO. HRC600 Instructor: Wayne Washington Whether your desire is to increase your human resource knowledge or obtain Dates and Time: HR certification, the newly designed Society of Human Resource Management No. BUS600.004: Tuesdays, Thursdays, September 21-October 5; 8 a.m.- Noon (SHRM) Learning System can help you reach your learning and development Location: USI University Center East, Room 2205 goals. The learning system is based on the SHRM Body of Competency and Registration Fee: $800 Knowledge and features the most up-to-date and relevant study materials Members of the Tri-State Manufacturers Alliance receive a 10% discount. available today including SmartStudy tools, learning modules in print or Use promo code TSMA21. e-reader formats and extensive multimedia online resources accessible Register: USI.edu/facilitymanagement via mobile devices. Add USI’s HR instructors, who are also experienced HR practitioners from the Evansville area and you have a formula for success. The USI.edu/LifelongLearning 1
Professional Dev elopment HAVING DIFFICULT after week feeling busy but not moving forward on the things that are most CONVERSATIONS CERTIFICATE NO. CER507 important to you, then this brief workshop should be helpful! Participants will When dealing with people, one of the most difficult things we must do have a chance to dust off their written goals before they dive into the time is address a problem through feedback. Most people are uncomfortable management system featured in “Eat That Frog” by Brian Tracy. The system with giving difficult feedback, especially when it comes to doing this with helps identify the tasks and activities that are key to achieving one’s most difficult personality types. However, most problems never go away without important goals. Participants will leave with practical tips and strategies for confronting them. This course is designed to teach fundamental skills on how concentrating on the 20% of their activities and tasks that deliver 80% of the to deal with having difficult conversations. value of their time. Instructor: Kathleen Lapekas Instructor: Tammy Pickering Dates and Time: Dates and Time: No. CER507.001: Thursday, November 11; 9 a.m.-4 p.m. No. CLE580.001: Monday, November 15; 10–11:30 a.m. Location: USI University Center East, Room 2207 Location: Online, via Zoom Registration Fee: $249 Registration Fee: $69 Register: USI.edu/difficultconversations Register: USI.edu/condensedtimemanagement CUSTOMER SERVICE HUMAN RESOURCES FOR EXCELLENCE CERTIFICATE NO. CER509 THE NON-HR MANAGER CERTIFICATE NO. CER505 Customer Service is not a department. It is a philosophy to be embraced Employees are often promoted into management roles with little training in by every employee, from the CEO to the most recently hired. The average human resources, yet managing people is a primary responsibility on which company loses up to half of its customers every year due to poor customer their success depends. If managers do not understand employment laws and service, equating to $75 billion in annual losses. Having well trained and concepts such as ADAAA, FCRA, implied contract, BFOQ, protected class, FLSA skilled employees who can handle a variety of situations while reflecting a or discrimination, they may be unintentionally placing their employers at positive image for the company are a true asset. Poor employee behavior risk. In this course, managers will learn about federal and state employment or employees who lack customer service skills can damage a company’s laws as well as the importance of implementing effective HR practices from reputation. employee hiring through separation. Special emphasis will be given to the This course teaches staff how to provide excellent customer service and importance of maintaining a harassment-free, discrimination free workplace. professional behavior through the following topics: Instructor: Kathleen Lapekas Customer Support Skills Training: Participants in this course will develop an Dates and Time: understanding of company goals and customer expectations for both internal No. CER505.001: Wednesday, November 17; 9 a.m.-4 p.m. and external customers. They will also learn the importance of telephone Location: USI University Center East, Room 2207 etiquette and building rapport with customers. Registration Fee: $259 Corporate Behavior and Customer Service Standards: This course covers Registration includes The Big Book of HR and lunch. the science of behavior and the benefits of customer service standards as Members of the Tri-State Manufacturers Alliance receive a 10% discount. they relate to customers and companies. Poor behavior leads to a negative Use promo code TSMA21 reputation. Register: USI.edu/nonHRmanager Dealing with Difficult Situations: Participants will learn the impact their behavior can have on others, specifically during difficult situations with EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE NO. CER511 customers and co-workers. They will learn the importance of getting the upset Emotional Intelligence Core Components, skills and habits. customer or co-worker to share their dissatisfaction and steps to turn the In this course, we will explore the three basic skill core components of dissatisfied customer into a satisfied, loyal customer. In addition, they will Emotional Intelligence (EI). The first is emotional awareness—the ability to learn a set of tips in dealing with the stress of dealing with difficult situations. identify your own emotions and the emotions of others. The second is the Instructor: Delana Schutte-Smith ability to harness emotions and apply them to tasks such as thinking and Dates and Time: problem solving, and the third is the ability to manage emotions, regulating No. CER509.001: Thursday, November 11; 9 a.m.-4 p.m. your own and being able to cheer up others or calm them down when they Location: USI Education Center, Room 2205 need it. There are several habits exhibited by Emotionally Intelligent people. Registration Fee: $249 We will review 10 of them and have opportunities to practice them, and Registration includes lunch. Members of the Tri-State Manufacturers receive feedback, during this course: Does your organization understand Alliance receive a 10% discount. Use promo code TSMA21 EI, ten most common habits of EI, identify personal level of EI, additional Register: USI.edu/customerservice resources offered to build skills, opportunities to build core skills of EI, increase awareness of EI and impact effectiveness, get real-time feedback TIME MANAGEMENT NO. CLE580 regarding EI and ways to track results. Often, we can feel so busy with no time to spare. But when we step back Each participant will receive a report that looks at a person’s emotional and assess our progress at the end of the week, we realize we haven’t intelligence, which is the ability to sense, understand and effectively apply the moved forward on the things that really matter. If you find yourself week USI.edu/LifelongLearning 2
Professional Dev elopment power and acumen of emotions to facilitate high levels of collaboration and in the largest test bank of multiple-choice and essay questions. Receive productivity. The report is designed to provide insight into two broad areas: additional support from our team of content experts and Personal Counselors intrapersonal and interpersonal emotional intelligence. to ensure you are exam day ready. Gleim equips you with everything you need to pass. The report measures five dimensions of emotional intelligence: Self- Awareness, Self-Regulation, Motivation, Empathy and Social Skills. The report Online access at any time. also gives suggestions on how to improve each of the five dimensions of Registration Fee: $1279 emotional intelligence. Register: USI.edu/gleimCMAreview Instructor: Andrea Phillips Dates and Time: GLEIM CIA REVIEW NO. CIA300 As the gold standard in Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) Review, Gleim’s strong No. CER511.001: Friday, November 19; 1-4 p.m. reputation for excellence is founded on our content, proven success record Location: USI Rice Library, Room 0026 and excellent customer service. Pass the CIA Exam faster with our Premium Registration Fee: $279 Review System providing SmartAdapt technology, tons of multiple-choice Registration includes lunch. practice, instructor videos and more! Register: USI.edu/emotionalintelligence Online access at any time. HOUSEHOLD FINANCES- Registration Fee: $759 GOING FROM TWO INCOMES TO ONE NO. ALP564 Register: USI.edu/gleimCIAreview Going from two incomes to one can be life changing. Finding yourself in a completely different financial situation than you are accustomed to can cause GLEIM EA REVIEW NO. EA400 feelings of financial insecurity. Learn how to transition successfully to financial Gleim Enrolled Agent (EA) Review is the most widely used EA prep course. security on one income and have confidence in your future by making positive More EAs have used Gleim to pass the Enrolled Agent Exam than all other changes as soon as possible. When shifting from a dual income to a single, prep courses combined. Our Premium Review System includes access to the having a solid understanding of financial basics can serve as the first step largest test bank available, adaptive course technology, instructor videos, to wealth building and provide some flexibility in the big picture of financial an Access Until You Pass Guarantee, and mentors and exam guidance that management. This course will cover the following topics: provide the personalized support you need to pass on the first try with • Creating a net worth statement confidence. • Building a budget Online access at any time. • Evaluating emergency savings Registration Fee: $499 • Understanding credit score Register: USI.edu/gleimEAreview • Investing for the future • Protecting financial security CUSTOMIZED CONSULTING AND TRAINING SOLUTIONS Instructor: Amy Bouchie Not only does Outreach and Engagement offer professional development and Dates and Time: technically skilled training programs, but additional customized courses are No. ALP564.001: Thursday, November 11; 6-7:30 p.m. available for both business and industry to meet your growing training needs. Location: USI University Center East, Room 2207 Are you internally addressing the skills needed for the future? Registration Fee: $19 We address workforce skill gaps in: Register: USI.edu/householdfinances • Business communication GLEIM CPA REVIEW NO. CPA100 • Leadership skills Over 1 million Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exams passed using Gleim. • Management and performance skills Be 100% exam day ready with our comprehensive study materials, largest • Six Sigma Lean and Green Belt bank of multiple-choice questions and simulations, instructor videos, access until you pass and unparalleled candidate support. • Software skills • Technical skills Online access at any time. Registration Fee: $1,599 We offer professional coaching for any level of management, either in a Register: USI.edu/gleimCPAreview group setting or one-on-one. Whether you are looking to enhance your current performance or grow skills to move into another position, customized coaching is the answer. It helps to identify strengths and challenges to create GLEIM CMA REVIEW NO. CMA200 an individualized improvement plan for employee success. Gleim set the standard with the first Certified Management Accountant (CMA) course over 35 years ago and has been innovating the exam prep Employees are the largest investment that a company will make so we strive industry ever since. Gleim covers every inch of the ICMA’s Learning Outcome to maximize your team’s effectiveness by providing professional development Statements with experts walking candidates through videos, comprehensive and training. Our customized solutions manager will work with you to develop digital and physical books, audio lectures and signature answer explanations a needs assessment to deliver the best plan for your employees, company and budget. USI.edu/LifelongLearning 3
Professional Dev elopment While on the USI campus, instructors and participants are required to wear a face covering when in buildings, including in classrooms, and practice physical distancing of at least three feet between individuals. Courses are scheduled at your site and at times that are convenient for your employees. If you do not have a space conducive for training or prefer to meet off-site, we can host you on the USI campus or at our downtown Evansville office at Innovation Pointe. We can also offer virtual training options for many of our professional training programs. More information is available at USI.edu/custom-training or contact Paula Nurrenbern at 812-461-5425 or pjnurrenbe@usi.edu. CENTER FOR APPLIED RESEARCH The Center for Applied Research (CAR) helps to connect you to university resources. Having access to 600 faculty members, 4 colleges and 70 academic programs, CAR enables you to utilize university knowledge, laboratory space and equipment to advance your business. CAR is committed to helping individuals, organizations and communities become more successful and can assist with product development, market research, organizational strategies, environmental studies and more. How your business can benefit from CAR and its services: • CAR is a cost-efficient solution, especially for small to mid-size businesses without access to in-house resources • Access to equipment and laboratory space • Receive mentoring and expert advice to help develop and expand your business and initiatives • CAR can affordably aid in prototyping, product testing, market research, economic impact studies and more! Does your organization have a challenge, a question or a new product idea? More information is available at USI.edu/CAR or contact Steven Stump at 812-228-5094 or ststump@usi.edu. USI.edu/LifelongLearning 4
USI @ WestGate Academy While on the USI campus, instructors and participants are required to wear a face covering when in buildings, including in classrooms, and practice physical distancing of at least three feet between individuals. TECHNICAL WRITING FUNDAMENTALS NO. BUS606 The Technical Writing Fundamentals course is designed for those whose jobs involve developing technical documents, such as standard operating procedures, protocols, data analysis reports, proposals, white papers and research papers. Participants will be equipped with the essential skills needed to write clear, concise and correct technical documents to address their readers’ needs. Participants will learn how to collect information and then select the correct format for delivery based on the topic and the communication goal. Participants will learn how to explain complex information in a way that will engage their readers and with less chance of miscommunication. Program will also focus on how to structure a white paper so that it presents the information in a linear and logical manner that makes readers want to read the document from start to finish. Instructor: Tammy Pickering Dates and Time: No. BUS606.001: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, August 17-September 1; Noon-4 p.m. (Eastern Time). Class meets August 17, 31 and September 1. Location: WestGate Academy, Odon, IN, Room 124 Registration Fee: $750 Register: USI.edu/technicalwriting PROFESSIONAL PRESENTATION AND COMMUNICATION SKILLS NO. BUS607 In this USI non-credit training program participants will become equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary for delivering effective presentations, as well as learn proven techniques to improve the effectiveness of your verbal and written communications. Learning objectives for this 12-hour program include: • Recognize key qualities of effective public speakers. • Identify specific fears of public speaking and use countermeasures for overcoming them. • Improve the effectiveness of your vocal delivery. • Project confidence in your nonverbal communication. • Identify your presentation style. • Analyze your audience and apply methods for adapting your presentation to their needs and interests. • Organize your presentation using a template for a logical sequence that’s easy for audiences to follow. • Choose appropriate visual aids to complement your message. • Give and receive feedback for continuous improvement in public speaking. Instructor: Tammy Pickering Dates and Time: No. BUS607.001: Tuesdays and Thursdays, October 12-28; Noon-4 p.m. (Eastern Time). Class meets October 12, 21 and 28. Location: WestGate Academy, Odon, IN, Room 124 Registration Fee: $750 Register: USI.edu/communicationskills USI.edu/LifelongLearning 5
Software Skills While on the USI campus, instructors and participants are required to wear a face covering when in buildings, including in classrooms, and practice physical distancing of at least three feet between individuals. MICROSOFT EXCEL 2016 LEVEL I NO. CIS100 Instructor: Mark Soper Two sessions will be dedicated to understanding spreadsheets, their purpose, Dates and Time: functionality and the following tasks: creating a spreadsheet, entering data, No. CIS400.001: Thursdays, November 4-18; 1-4 p.m. modifying data, entering a formula, adjusting cells, formatting cells and Location: USI University Center East, Room 2229 spreadsheets, creating a table, and printing and saving spreadsheets. Registration Fee: $279 Register: USI.edu/excel4 Instructor: Mark Soper Dates and Time: MICROSOFT EXCEL TIPS AND TRICKS NO. CIS500 No. CIS100.001: Thursdays, September 23-30; 1-4 p.m. Learn how to make Excel do more with less effort: remove or highlight Location: USI University Center East, Room 2229 duplicates, turn a single column of text into multiple columns, create pivot Registration Fee: $119 tables from scratch for powerful reporting, use Match/Index to combine Members of the Tri-State Manufacturers Alliance receive a 10% discount. information and do more than with VLookup, create easier-to-understand Use promo code TSMA21. formulas with tables and more. Register: USI.edu/excel1 Instructor: Mark Soper Dates and Time: MICROSOFT EXCEL 2016 LEVEL II NO. CIS200 No. CIS500.001: Thursday, September 16; 1-4 p.m. Two sessions will be dedicated to learning the following Excel tasks: Location: USI University Center East, Room 2229 protecting spreadsheets, inserting formulas/functions, creating charts and Registration Fee: $69 using them in Word, formatting charts, adding comments, naming a range, Members of the Tri-State Manufacturers Alliance receive a 10% discount. finding/replacing data, sorting and filtering data and inserting images, shapes Use promo code TSMA21. and SmartArt. Register: USI.edu/exceltips Instructor: Mark Soper Dates and Time: MICROSOFT ONENOTE FOR WINDOWS 10 NO. CIS600 No. CIS200.001: Thursdays, October 7-14; 1-4 p.m. Discover how OneNote helps you organize and share home and office Location: USI University Center East, Room 2229 information with notebooks, pages and sections. Learn how to add audio, Registration Fee: $139 video and photo contents to OneNote notebooks, record audio notes, add Members of the Tri-State Manufacturers Alliance receive a 10% discount. website and content links, draw diagrams and freehand sketches, embed Use promo code TSMA21. Excel workbooks and other types of files, attach files, tag notes, search for Register: USI.edu/excel2 notes as well as text in photos, export notebooks, backup notebooks and share notebooks with other users. MICROSOFT EXCEL 2016 LEVEL III NO. CIS300 Instructor: Mark Soper Two sessions will be dedicated to the experienced Excel user to learn Dates and Time: advanced features such as database functions, text functions, advanced filter No. CIS600.001: Thursdays, December 9-16; 1-4 p.m. options, macros, sparklines and goal-seeking with data tables. Location: USI University Center East, Room 2229 Instructor: Mark Soper Registration Fee: $139 Dates and Time: Members of the Tri-State Manufacturers Alliance receive a 10% discount. No. CIS300.001: Thursdays, October 21-28; 1-4 p.m. Use promo code TSMA21. Location: USI University Center East, Room 2229 Register: USI.edu/onenote Registration Fee: $149 Register: USI.edu/excel3 MICROSOFT OUTLOOK TIPS AND TRICKS NO. CIS700 Learn time-saving tips and tricks including how to set up email rules, recurring appointments, create and manage tasks, use keyboard shortcuts, quick parts, MICROSOFT EXCEL 2016 LEVEL IV NO. CIS400 email delivery options, Quick Steps, combining calendar view and task list, In three sessions of Excel Level IV, you will work with Excel at an advanced filter email and more. project-based level. Examples of completed Excel projects include professional-looking budgets, team performance charts, sales invoices, Instructor: Mark Soper exercise logs and summaries. This course is ideal for students, clerical Dates and Time: workers, managers, bookkeepers and instructors. No. CIS700.001: Thursday, December 2; 1-4 p.m. Location: USI University Center East, Room 2229 You will learn how to use the following tasks: create, manage and link Registration Fee: $69 workbooks and worksheets, create custom formats and layouts to cells, Members of the Tri-State Manufacturers Alliance receive a 10% discount. create tables, pivot tables and charts, apply formulas and functions for Use promo code TSMA21. numeric calculations, IF statements, text handling, data lookups, perform Register: USI.edu/outlooktips what-if analysis. USI.edu/LifelongLearning 6
Online Industry-Recognized Certifications Not ready for in-person classes yet? Not a problem. We continue to offer an extensive catalog of online courses and industry-recognized certifications you can access from the comfort of your own home. Many business sectors have developed industry-recognized certifications NONPROFIT MANAGEMENT GES408 to ensure their workforce is equipped with adequate skills and specialized Examine the fundamental principles of nonprofit management, explore knowledge. Certifications are often seen as the benchmark needed to enter the roles and responsibilities of a nonprofit board of directors and the into and advance in specific industries. With USI, you can take the courses management team, discover the essential aspects of fundraising and become that will best prepare you for those certifications. acquainted with the fundamentals of the budgeting process. 300 Course Prepare for employment in some of today’s hottest careers with a Hours comprehensive, affordable and self-paced online Career Training Program. Complete any of these Career Training Programs entirely from your home or SENIOR PROFESSIONAL IN HUMAN RESOURCES GES434 office and at any time of day or night. Learn about Human Resources to advance your career within industry. You Program Features: will also be prepared to take the Professional Human Resources (SPHR) certification exam offered by the HR Certification Institute. 120 Course Hours • 6–18 month self-paced, start anytime • Textbook and materials included BUSINESS COACH GES2038 • Prepare for industry certification Your business experience can help guide others to success. This online course • Certification exam vouchers included will help you build a successful business coaching practice. You will gain the • Financial assistance available coaching skills and strategies needed to help other entrepreneurs thrive. 100 Course Hours • Student advisors available throughout the training The list below is a selection of certifications, for the full list of available ENTREPRENEURSHIP: START-UP AND certification courses visit: USI.edu/onlinecertifications BUSINESS OWNER MANAGEMENT GES401 This program covers everything from financing to leadership. You’ll learn BUSINESS the keys to business planning, communication skills, marketing and management. If you’ve ever thought about owning your own business, this program can help make that dream come true! 360 Course Hour MANAGEMENT TRAINING GES406 If you’re thinking of starting a business or pursuing an MBA, learn the MICROSOFT OFFICE SPECIALIST 2019 (MOS) essentials here! The Management Training Online Program is perfect for CERTIFICATION TRAINING GES890 business owners, entrepreneurs, and anyone who wants to learn the basics of This in-depth course will prepare you to sit for and pass the Microsoft Office business and management. 360 Course Hours Specialist (MOS) 2019 certification exams for Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Outlook. 335 Course Hours ADVERTISING AND OUTREACH SPECIALIST GES2042 Learn how to create advertising pieces for print and digital media. This course MICROSOFT PROJECT 2019 GES2019 will teach you to develop and execute all stages of an advertising campaign, This comprehensive training course will teach you how to use Microsoft from writing ad copy to storyboarding and measurement. 100 Course Hours Project 2019’s newest features for project planning, tracking and reporting. 120 Course Hours DIGITAL MARKETING STRATEGIST GES2040 This online course will teach you how to drive traffic, generate leads and increase conversion through well-defined marketing strategy. 400 Course Hours INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SALES MANAGER GES2043 CERTIFIED INFORMATION SYSTEMS SECURITY PROFESSIONAL (CISSP) GES367 This course will teach you the theories behind effective sales management. You will learn what skills are needed to be a successful sales representative The demand for information security professionals is expected to surge, as and how these factor into building and leading a sales team. 200 Course the forces of “good” and “bad” continue to battle for control and use of online Hours information. 160 Course Hours HUMAN RESOURCES PROFESSIONAL GES419 VIDEO GAME DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT GES605 Master the skills you need to gain an entry-level position in human resources Using a comprehensive and analytical approach to game engine and prepare to take the PHR (Professional in Human Resources) certification architectures, this program teaches you how to effectively design and develop exam. 120 Course Hours games. 500 Course Hours USI.edu/LifelongLearning 7
Online Industry-Recognized Certifications Not ready for in-person classes yet? Not a problem. We continue to offer an extensive catalog of online courses and industry-recognized certifications you can access from the comfort of your own home. C++ PROGRAMMER GES399 IT FOUNDATIONS BUNDLE GES354 In the C++ Programming course you’ll learn fundamental programming If you are new to Information Technology, this course teaches the basics of IT concepts, including decision making, looping and classes, with the support of Service Management (ITSM) and project management, while incorporating practical, step-by-step examples. 108 Course Hours ITIL, SIAM and DevOps framework, concepts and processes. You will also be prepared to pass the globally recognized ITIL Foundation, SIAM Foundation FRONT-END WEB DEVELOPER GES3014 and DevOps Foundation certification exams. 60 Course Hours Learn the core skills needed to build websites. In this online web development course, you will learn how to use HTML, CSS and JavaScript. 160 Course Hours MANAGEMENT FOR IT PROFESSIONALS GES405 Learn leadership skills that will help you succeed as a manager in the IT field FULL STACK SOFTWARE DEVELOPER GES375 by exploring different decision-making techniques. This program focuses This course teaches you to become an industry ready software developer, by on developing a successful leadership style that facilitates team building, learning different coding languages and intuitive technologies to create web collaboration and a corporate culture that promotes success. 390 Course applications that allow people to achieve specific tasks on a computer or on Hours another device. 600 Course Hours CERTIFIED INFORMATION JAVA PROGRAMMER GES337 SECURITY MANAGER (CISM) GES343 Learn Java programming in this online training program that covers fundamental Prepare for the Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) certification and Java syntax elements and more advanced concepts. 100 Course Hours gain skills in four key areas: management, risk management and compliance, program development and incident management. 75 Course Hours SSCP SYSTEMS SECURITY CERTIFIED PRACTITIONER GES322 Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP), a premier credential that is ideal for CONSTRUCTION AND TRADES those wanting to begin or advance a career in computer networking or security. This SSCP course will prepare you for this industry-recognized certification, and a HOME INSPECTION CERTIFICATE GES704 career in the information technology sector. 80 Course Hours This course will help you prepare for a career as a home inspector. You will learn best practices for inspecting residential construction, including ORACLE SQL AND PL/SQL + PYTHON DEVELOPER inspection guidelines, identifying common defects, reporting methodologies and risk management. 200 Course Hours + JAVA PROGRAMMER GES341 Master Oracle Programming in this combined online training. As the perfect starting point for those wanting to learn SQL, PL/SQL, Java and Python TOOLMAKERGES781 programming, this online program will teach you everything from the basics The Toolmaker program provides an intensive overview of skills necessary for to advanced practices. 375 Course Hours toolmaking. You will learn workholding, math, inspection, safety, machining, materials, quality, grinding and stamping to work as a toolmaker. 160 Course Hours AUTOCAD 3D 2021 GES3024 If you know how to use AutoCAD 2D commands, it’s time to master the ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN GES773 concepts and methods of 3D modeling. This online course will teach you the This course provides an intensive overview of skills necessary for electrical fundamentals of AutoCAD 3D and explore the main features of the advanced maintenance. You will learn math, inspection, safety, quality, electrical 3D modeling workspace. The course content is heavily focused on hands-on systems, automation, motor controls and assembly to work as an electrical exercises, so you will need to have the software installed on your computer to technician. 120 Course Hours practice your new skills. All examples and exercises are taken from a variety of fields where AutoCAD is used. 85 Course Hours MANUAL MACHINIST GES782 The Manual Machinist course teaches an intensive overview of skills necessary WEB APPLICATIONS DEVELOPER GES316 to perform manual machining. You will learn workholding, math, inspection, The Web Applications Developer course will prepare you for an entry-level career safety, machining, materials, quality, grinding and assembly to work as a in web app development. You will learn how to create dynamic database-driven Manual Machinist. 205 Course Hours websites using the latest tools and technologies. 404 Course Hours COMMERCIAL DRIVER TRAINING GES795 HELP DESK ANALYST: Earn your CDL as you prepare for a career in the high-demand field of TIER 1 SUPPORT SPECIALIST GES208 transportation services! 120 Course Hours Train for a challenging, rewarding career in technical support. This program will teach you to focus on the business needs of the customer, establish credibility and provide excellent customer service and support. 120 Course Hours USI.edu/LifelongLearning 8
Online Industry-Recognized Certifications Not ready for in-person classes yet? Not a problem. We continue to offer an extensive catalog of online courses and industry-recognized certifications you can access from the comfort of your own home. HVAC/R CERTIFIED TECHNICIAN ADVANCED MEDICAL INTERPRETER GES1007 (VOUCHER INCLUDED) GES793 Master the skills needed to start your career as a professional English-Spanish If you want to take your HVAC/R career to the next level, this course will interpreter. You will be prepared to work as an interpreter in both business prepare you for industry-recognized HVAC Excellence or NATE certification. and medical settings. 240 Course Hours You will gain technical knowledge to not only pass certification exams, but to work on today’s increasingly complex heating, ventilation, air conditioning CERTIFIED INPATIENT CODER and refrigeration systems. 162 Course Hours (VOUCHER INCLUDED) GES199 Prepare for the AAPC CIC certification exam and learn the principles of QUALITY INSPECTOR GES779 medical coding related to ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS. Prepaid exam voucher The Quality Inspector course provides an intensive overview of skills included. 170 Course Hours necessary for quality assurance and inspection. You will learn math, inspection, safety, materials, quality and management to be a Quality CERTIFIED PHARMACEUTICAL SALES Inspector. 100 Course Hours REPRESENTATIVE (EXAM INCLUDED) GES192 The pharmaceutical industry is growing faster than ever. When you hold a Pharmaceutical Representative Certification (PRC), you become a more ARTS AND DESIGN competitive candidate in today’s job market. 110 Course Hours DIGITAL GAME ARTIST CERTIFICATE GES3006 CERTIFIED PHYSICAL THERAPY AIDE The Digital Game Artist Certificate program prepares you to become a (VOUCHER INCLUDED) GES189 professional video game artist by training on core skills for jobs related to Learn foundational physical therapy principles, medical terminology, tasks Digital Art, 3D Art, Modeling, Character Design and Environmental Art Design. and responsibilities needed to work as a certified physical therapy aide. 600 Course Hours 190 Course Hours VIDEO GAME DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT GES605 Using a comprehensive and analytical approach to game engine LEGAL architectures, this program teaches you how to effectively design and develop games. 500 Course Hours CERTIFIED PARALEGAL GES2033 In this online course, you will train for a career as a paralegal. You will learn ADOBE CERTIFIED ASSOCIATE how to fulfill the standard duties associated with this vital role. By course (3 VOUCHERS INCLUDED) GES368 completion, you will be prepared to sit for and pass the Certified Paralegal Learn five of the most often-used Adobe programs: Dreamweaver, Illustrator, (CP) exam. 225 Course Hours Photoshop, InDesign and Animate (formerly Flash). Put all the parts and pieces together to develop the Adobe Creative Suite skills needed to be COURT INTERPRETER (SPANISH/ENGLISH) GES284 professionals in the design field. 220 Course Hours This program teaches the skills needed to prepare you to sit for the Oral Component of any State Court Interpreting Certification exams. 200 Course GRAPHIC DESIGN WITH PHOTOSHOP GES516 Hours Students will develop graphic design skills while learning the gold standard in photo editing and design software. 200 Course Hours CERTIFICATE IN MEDIATION AND ARBITRATION GES425 The Certificate in Mediator and Arbitrator Program provides students with the MARKETING DESIGN CERTIFICATE GES502 skills and knowledge needed to practice mediation and arbitration in their This course focuses on design for marketing and business creating logos, current careers or private practices. 200 Course Hours advertisements, communications and more. You’ll learn Photoshop, Illustrator and PowerPoint while gaining fundamental technical and aesthetic CHILD DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE TRAINING GES131 skills. 360 Course Hours With the certificate program in Childcare Education offered at Smart Horizons Career Online High School, you can pursue your Child Development Associate (CDA) certification and launch your career in childcare. 120 Course Hours HEALTH AND FITNESS PHARMACY TECHNICIAN (VOUCHER INCLUDED) GES117 Pharmacy technicians support licensed pharmacists in providing healthcare to patients. Train to enter this rapidly growing field with this respected online program. 400 Course Hours USI.edu/LifelongLearning 9
Workplace Skill Enhancing Certificates While on the USI campus, instructors and participants are required to wear a face covering when in buildings, including in classrooms, and practice physical distancing of at least three feet between individuals. Success in the workplace is not necessarily tied to how intelligent you are, how many qualifications you hold or even how hard you work. While these traits are important, learning and sharpening your skills are equally important. Career advancement can stall without fine tuning and developing new skills. These certificates combine in-depth learning with online flexibility. Each certificate requires you to complete 3 to 4 courses and is offered fully online. Learn at your own pace, using quizzes, optional assignments and online discussions to help deepen your understanding. There are no admission requirements. Visit: USI.edu/workplaceskillcertificates CERTIFICATES: ADVANCED WEB DESIGN CERTIFICATE BASIC SUPERVISORY SKILLS CERTIFICATE DIGITAL MARKETING CERTIFICATE EFFECTIVE WORKPLACE COMMUNICATION CERTIFICATE ESSENTIALS TO WEB DESIGN CERTIFICATE GRAPHIC DESIGN TOOLS LEVEL 1 CERTIFICATE INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS ESSENTIALS CERTIFICATE INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS WRITING CERTIFICATE INTRODUCTION TO DATABASE CERTIFICATE USI.edu/LifelongLearning 10
Personal Enrichment While on the USI campus, instructors and participants are required to wear a face covering when in buildings, including in classrooms, and practice physical distancing of at least three feet between individuals. SOCIAL SECURITY PLANNING FOR BOOMERS NO. ALP502 long-term care, social security and steps you can take to prepare. After being told for years that Social Security is going broke, baby boomers Instructor: Randy Haaff are realizing that it will soon be their turn to collect. The decisions you make Dates and Time: now can have a tremendous impact on the total amount of benefits you stand No. ALP553.001: Wednesday, November 10 ; 6-7:30 p.m. to receive over your lifetime. This informative seminar covers the basics of Location: USI University Center East, Room 2207 Social Security and reveals strategies for maximizing your benefits including: Registration Fee: $19 factors to consider when deciding when to apply for benefits; when it makes Register: USI.edu/healthcareinretirement sense to delay benefits and when it does not; why you should always check your earnings record for accuracy; how to estimate your benefits; how to ASTRONOMY 101 NO. ALP407 coordinate benefits with your spouse; how to minimize taxes on Social On a clear night, one can see literally thousands of stars, but what are we Security benefits; and how to coordinate Social Security with your other really looking at? Join others as you learn many interesting things about sources of retirement income. our sun, the planets, the stars and the countless fascinating objects in our Instructors: John Schutz and David Perigo immense Universe. Everyone will have at least two opportunities to observe Dates and Time: celestial objects through powerful telescopes. You will see Jupiter and four No. ALP502.001: Wednesday, September 22; 6-7:30 p.m. of its moons, star clusters, nebulae and galaxies millions of light years away! No. ALP502.002: Tuesday, September 28; 6-7:30 p.m. The two observing nights will take place at the Wahnsiedler Observatory No. ALP502.003: Thursday, October 14; 6-7:30 p.m. located just 40 minutes away near Lynnville, Indiana. Scott Conner, past No. ALP502.004: Monday, November 22; 6-7:30 p.m., 17-year president of the Evansville Astronomical Society and winner of the Astronomical League’s Hans Baldauf Award and Master Outreach Award, will Location: USI University Center East, Rooms 2217–2220 guide you in this exploration of the universe! Must be 18 to register. Registration Fee: $19 The registration fee is $19 for an individual or $24 for two registering Instructor: Scott Conner together and sharing materials. To receive the discount, use promo code Dates and Time: BOOMERS21 when registering the second person. No. ALP407.001: Thursdays, September 30–November 11; 6:45-8 p.m. Register: USI.edu/socialsecurityplanning Observation Nights: October 7 and November 4, 7-9 p.m. Location: USI University Center, Room 226-227 PASSPORT TO RETIREMENT NO. ALP501 Registration Fee: $95 Preparing for retirement is one of the most important concerns we have Register: USI.edu/Astronomy today. Retirement costs are rising, the future of Social Security is uncertain and many people have not accumulated the savings they will need to enjoy INTRODUCTION TO BEEKEEPING NO. ALP405 the retirement lifestyle they deserve. Join investment professionals for this Are you interested in becoming a beekeeper? Or maybe just curious and introduction to the concepts and practices that will help make retirement concerned about the threats to pollinators and want to learn more? Most have possible and comfortable. You’ll learn how to get the most from guaranteed heard of the threats facing insect pollinators, in particular honeybees, and investments, tax-free income and estate planning. For those already retired want to help by learning more and possibly keeping a hive or two themselves. or planning to retire in the next 10 years, the seminar takes a conservative Getting started with bees is an exciting, yet somewhat daunting, experience. approach to wise money management in addition to identifying lifestyle Jumping right in without being prepared, however, can result in failure and issues facing mature Americans. The registration fee includes an in-depth expensive mistakes, making the experience something less than enjoyable. In this class we will learn about conservation issues around pollinators, both workbook with valuable exercises and worksheets. in general and honeybees in particular, and how we can help. We will take a Instructors: John Schutz and David Perigo look at the broader world of beekeeping both as a hobbyist and commercially Dates and Time: and dig into the art of beekeeping and what it takes to get started and No. ALP501.001: Wednesdays, October 6-20; 6-8:30 p.m. be successful. We will cover the various options around the following: No. ALP501.002: Tuesdays, October 26-November 9; 6-8:30 p.m. honeybee biology, equipment needed, where to get your bees, management Location: USI University Center East, Room 2217–2220 approaches, and addressing the main challenges/obstacles to success. The Registration Fee: $69 course would be suitable for the complete beginner or the person who has The registration fee is for an individual OR two registering together and two- or three-years’ experience and wants to learn more. sharing materials. Second person registering use Promo Code PTR21. Instructor Bio: Brad Smith is the current President of the Beekeepers of Southwest Register: USI.edu/passporttoretirement Indiana, the owner/operator of Rock Creek Apiaries, and has been keeping bees for fun for ten years and as a sideline business for the last three years. HEALTHCARE IN RETIREMENT NO. ALP553 Instructor: Brad Smith Healthcare: the retirement wildcard. This course provides guidance on the Dates and Time: possible implications and solutions to funding healthcare during retirement. No. ALP405.001: Saturday, November 13; 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. Participants will learn how to quantify their healthcare cost exposure and Location: USI University Center East, Room 2207 strategies for funding healthcare cost during retirement. During this course Registration Fee: $75 the following topics will be covered: healthcare costs, Medicare overview, Register: USI.edu/beekeeping USI.edu/LifelongLearning 11
Personal Enrichment While on While theon USIthe campus, USI campus, instructors instructors and participants and participants are required are required to wear toawear face acovering face covering when in when buildings, in buildings, including in includingclassrooms, in classrooms, and practice and practice physical physical distancing distancing of at of least at least six feet three between feet between individuals. individuals. TAPESTRY WEAVING WORKSHOP NO. HNH110 HISTORIC NEW HARMONY HISTORIC TOURS Ever wondered how on earth weaving is done? The basic method is pretty Historic New Harmony conducts daily guided tours starting from the simple! Participants will learn the basics of how to weave tapestries on a Atheneum Visitors Center at 1 p.m., March–October. For the months of simple loom (provided) and create their own weaving to take home. More November and December, tours are only given on the weekend (Saturday importantly, they will learn how to make the next one after that! Loom and and Sunday). Tours include an orientation film at the Atheneum Visitors weaving materials will be provided. Center, Atheneum exhibits, special programming (if available) and access to numerous historic sites and special exhibits. Visitors should set aside Instructor: Laura Foster-Nicholson approximately two hours for a typical tour. Tours are not conducted on the Dates and Time: following days: Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, the day after No. HNH110.001: Saturday, October 23; 1-5 p.m. Christmas, New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day and Easter. For more information Location: New Harmony Gallery of Contemporary Art, 506 Main St. call the Atheneum Visitors Center at 812-682-4474. New Harmony, IN 47631 Registration Fee: $51 Visit: USI.edu/historictours Register: USI.edu/beginnertapestry ROBERT OWEN’S 250TH BIRTHDAY Robert Owen, a Welsh industrialist, social reformer and leader of the second INTERMEDIATE TAPESTRY WEAVING WORKSHOP NO. HNH111 attempt at utopia in New Harmony, Indiana, had a lasting impact not only For those who have been working with weaving on a simple frame loom for a on our community, but the world. Join us for 250 days of Robert Owen while and want to expand their repertoire of weaving skills and knowledge, we as we celebrate his life and legacy! Be sure to follow us on Facebook at will learn some “aha” kinds of techniques to increase your range of techniques facebook.com/historicnewharmony and our website for a variety of and expression. Bring your own frame or table loom, shuttle and scissors. interactive and virtual content. Yarns will be provided. Visit: USI.edu/Owen250 Instructor: Laura Foster-Nicholson Dates and Time: SMITHSONIAN EXHIBIT: WATER/WAYS The Smithsonian is coming to New Harmony! Water/Ways will be in New No. HNH110.001: Saturday, November 13; 1-5 p.m. Harmony October 2-November 14. This exhibition dives into water—an Location: New Harmony Gallery of Contemporary Art, 506 Main St. essential component of life on our planet, environmentally, culturally and New Harmony, IN 47631 historically. Water/Ways is a part of Museum on Main Street, a collaboration Registration Fee: $51 between the Smithsonian Institution and Indiana Humanities, and was Register: USI.edu/intermediatetapestry adapted from an exhibition organized by the American Museum of Natural History, New York. View the exhibit at the Atheneum from 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday from October 2-November 21. Visit: USI.edu/waterways USI.edu/LifelongLearning 12
Fitness and Rec reation While on the USI campus, instructors and participants are required to wear a face covering when in buildings, including in classrooms, and practice physical distancing of at least three feet between individuals. BEGINNING GOLF NO. FIT360 INTRODUCTION/INTERMEDIATE YOGA NO.FIT381 Get into the swing with professional instruction on golf equipment, New to yoga or fallen out of practice? This class is the perfect way to ease terminology, rules and etiquette. Lab sessions cover clubs, grip, stance, into a yoga routine. Basic poses are taught and practiced and are accessible swing, timing and rhythm, pitching, pitch and run, sand shots, chip shots and to those with and without experience. Yoga helps to regain core strengths putting. Bring all your clubs to the first-class session. Clubs not provided. that are lost over time, increase flexibility and balance, while gaining peace Instructor: Scott Culley of mind. Learning breath work will increase relaxation of the whole body. Dates and Time: Participants should be comfortable getting up and down from the floor. Wear No. FIT360.001: Thursdays, September 16–October 7; 5:30-6:30 p.m. comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat and towel to class. Location: Tee Time Golf Complex, Tee Time Lobby Instructor: Dana Tang Registration Fee: $120 Dates and Time: Register: USI.edu/BeginningGolf No. FIT381.001: Mondays, September 13–October 18; 5-5:50 p.m. No class on October 11. Location: USI University Center East, Room 2217-2218 Registration Fee: $54 Register: USI.edu/yoga USI.edu/LifelongLearning 13
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