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The right training puts YOU in the driver’s seat!Professional Truck Driver TrainingA professional truck driver training class will be offeredthis spring in Iowa Falls & Marshalltown. Drivers will learnto safely operate a commercial motor vehicle, including allthe information and preparation needed to be ready for theCommercial Drivers License (CDL) testing process. Allequipment is provided, and testing is included as part ofthe course. Successful completion of the testing processleads to a Class A CDL license, which is required to drivecommercial motor vehicles.A combination of online instruction, practice range,and road time will be included. Each student learns toperform vehicle inspections and master basic control ofthe vehicle, proper backing techniques, defensive driving,and hazard awareness. To register, participants must havea valid driver’s license, an email address, and accessto high speed internet. Each student will berequired to obtain a CDL instructional permitduring the course.Professional truck drivers are currentlyin high demand. According to the U.S.Department of Labor, a professionaldriver’s median salary is $38,200, andthere will be nearly 200,000 job openingsfor professional drivers within the nextseveral years.The CDL class is GAP eligible for funding. Please contact Molly Hippen in Iowa Falls641-648-8511 or Jennifer Rice in Marshalltown 641-844-5629.641-752-4645 www.IowaValley.com

Be InspiredAre you passionate about your home?Well, so are Jill and Tammy. Theyspecialize in unique furniture, homedecor, florals, and gifts. They will takeyou through decorating options that willsuit your taste and make your homeexactly what you want it to be. You willtake home ideas and free gifts.Course # ART 1001.(1) $184/16 Thur. 6:30 - 8:30 pmDysart, Be Inspired, 302 Main StInstr: Jill DekoltzBlacksmithing Level 2If you have taken a basic blacksmithingcourse and are ready for the next level,this class is for you. You will be taughtskillsbeyond thebasicforgingprocessesand how touse the nextlevel oftools. Eachstudent willcompleteone or moreadvanced blacksmithing projects.Instructor, Vince Tiso, has over 40 yearsof design and gallery work. You willwork in Vince’s fully equipped shop. $5fee at time of registration and $70 feepaid to instructor at first class forsupplies.Course # ART 2400.(2) $52/17 - 2/24 Tue. 6 - 8 pmCourse # ART 2400.(3) $54/7 - 4/14 Tue. 6 - 8 pmGeneva, Dragonslair Forge, 1770 WalnutDrInstr: Vince TisoCeramicsWorking with clay: Hand building andwheel work, glazing and other surfacefinishingtechniques,and kilnoperation.Emphasizesaesthetics ofbothfunctionaland nonfunctionalceramics. Offered in conjunction withcollege credit students.Ceramics IIContinues skills learned from ceramicscourse. ART 5400. Emphasizes furtherdevelopment of technique, personalexpression, and student-directed work.Offered in conjunction with collegecredit students.Course # ART 5700.(1) $2301/13 - 12/24 Tue. & Thur. 6 - 8:45 pmIowa Falls, ECC Kruse-Main Art RoomInstr: Glennda MetzenChair Caning/Hand CaningDiscover the lost art of seat-weaving asyou restore your own cane chair. Thatchair you’ve relegated to the attic orbasement will once again findprominence in your home. Learn the 7-step process of hand caning, includingbinding and knot tying. The chair musthave holes drilled in the frame aroundthe perimeter of the seat. The goal of theclass is for students to enjoy the processand be sitting in their newly caned chairby the end. However, depending uponthe size of the chair, some additionalwork at home may be required. Studentswill need to bring their project chair,small scissors, large towel (to cover tableor desk), small hand towel, small pail (tosoak cane in), and small sponge. Supplyfee of $23 (cash or check) is due toinstructor at the first class. Suppliesprovided include 250 feet of cane (theproper size and enough for one averagechair), binder cane, 18 cane pegs,instruction book, baggie ties, and awl.Registration deadline is one week beforeclass. Instructor will call each studentprior to the first class to make sure thereare proper supplies provided for theproject chair. Each class will include anhour lunch break (lunch not provided)and 6 hours of instruction. In addition toteaching adult education classes onpressed caning in the Des Moines area,instructor Bil Brubaker also does customseat repair in his home workshop.Course # ART 4200.(1) $694/18 - 4/25 Sat. 9 am - 4 pmGrinnell, Iowa Valley Grinnell LargeConference Room & KitchenInstr: Bill BrubakerComputer ArtIntroduces the use of computers for thecreation of graphic images as a form ofartistic expression. Includes the use ofimage creation and manipulationsoftwareand pagelayoutsoftware.Offered inconjunctionwith collegecreditstudents.Course # ART 5100.(1) $2301/13 - 5/7 Tue. & Thur. 1 - 3:45 pmIowa Falls, ECC Reg Johnson HallComputer labInstr: Glennda MetzenCritter Creations: NeedleFelted AnimalsLearn how to create your own miniatureanimal figures using the craft of needlefelting. Over the course of 4 weeks ofclass, you will produce an animal figureof your own choosing. Figures could beanything from a portrait of your own petto a mystical creature! Lots ofpossibilities for creativity. All suppliesneeded, including a felting pad, needles,plain and colored wool, and wire, will beprovided by the instructor and areincluded in the cost of the course. Onceyou’ve learned the technique, needlefelting is an inexpensive and versatilecraft. Instructor Kathy Reed is a retiredart teacher and now creates customdesigned fabrics and products such asumbrellas, bags, purses, clothing andneedle felted critters through herbusiness DogDaze Designs. Note thatalthough needle felted figures look andfeel like stuffed animals, they are notappropriate as gifts for young childrensince they do contain wire and can bepulled apart.Course # ART 1900.(1) $493/16 - 4/6 Mon. 6 - 8 pmGrinnell, Iowa Valley Grinnell Room 109Instr: Kathy ReedArts & CraftsCourse # ART 5400.(1) $2301/13 - 5/7 Tue. & Thur. 6 - 8:45 pmIowa Falls, ECC Kruse-Main Art RoomInstr: Glennda Metzen641-752-4645 Register online at www.IowaValley.com Page 5

NewDraped Hypertufa PotsPaintingPotteryArts & CraftsLike playing in the mud? Join the staff atIsle of Green in making hypertufa pots.Make a traditional hypertufa pot and adraped fabric pot using cement.Hypertufa is easy to work with,inexpensive and fun. Pots will be readyfor planting with your favorite flowers inlate spring. You will need to bring thefollowing to class: heavy vinyl glovesthat go several inches above the wrist,and a plastic or cardboard container nomore than 14” in diameter. Register byMarch 31st.Course # ART 0200.(1) $254/7 Tue. 6 - 7:30 pmMarshalltown, Isle of Green GardenCenter, 609 S 9th StInstr: Cindy Hintze-DavisDrawingDrawing with charcoal, pencil, and ink.Emphasizes development ofobservational skills. Introducescomposition,value,perspective,and contentusing still life,landscape andfiguredrawing.Participantsare required topurchase thebasic kit which includes acrylic paintsand brushes, etc. for this class directlyfrom the MCC Bookstore. This coursemeets with the MCC course and isavailable as seating allows. Register forthis section to be placed on the wait listand notified of available seats.Painting in oil and/or water media.Emphasizes pragmatic understanding ofthe characteristics of paints, pigments,and painting surfaces and explores visualexpression with color. Participants arerequired to purchase the basic kit whichincludes acrylic paints and brushes, etc.for this class directly from the MCCBookstore. This course meets with theMCC course and is available as seatingallows. Register for this section to beplaced on the wait list and notified ofavailable seats.Course # ART 0143.(2) $2301/13 - 5/7 Tue. & Thur. 9 - 11:55 amMarshalltown, MCC Student ActivitiesCenter Art RoomInstr: Timothy CastlePainting IIStudents will continue to develop theirpainting skills and will plan and resolvestudio research problems. Previouspainting experience required. Offered inconjunction with college credit students.Course # ART 5300.(1) $2301/12 - 5/6 Mon. & Wed. 1 - 3:45 pmIowa Falls, ECC Kruse-Main Art RoomInstr: Greg MetzenFrom hand-building with clay tothrowing pots on the wheel, this classlets you create and explore thisinteresting craft. Cost includes 25 lbs. ofclay, necessary glazes,tools, and firing.Raku techniques will be covered.Register and pay one week prior.Course # ART 0100.(3) $1242/6 - 3/20 Fri. 6:30 - 9:30 pmMarshalltown, High School, Room 173Instr: Kenneth NiehouseUpcycled MosaicUpcycling is a new spin on the samejourney from trash to treasure. Take atour of the recent projects located allthroughout the Shoestring Garden andget some inspiration for your nextupcycling project. Then create your ownmake and take mosaic work of art from avariety of glass, tiles, and dinnerware.Learn the tricks to make it a functionalpiece of art and help the environment bykeeping these materials out of thelandfill. Register by March 6. Bring $15at the time of the class payable to Sandy.Course # ART 1043.(2) $153/14 Sat. 3 - 5 pmToledo, Shoestring Garden, 205 Hwy 30WInstr: Sandra McAntireCourse # ART 0133.(1) $2301/12 - 5/6 Mon. & Wed. 1 - 3:55 pmMarshalltown, MCC Room 402Instr: Timothy CastlePaintingPainting in oil and/or water media.Emphasizes pragmatic understanding ofthe characteristics ofpaints, pigments, andpainting surfaces andexplores visualexpression withcolor. Offered inconjunction withcollege credit students. Use this sectiontype for courses that must be marketedand registration is required prior to thecourse.Course # ART 5200.(1) $2301/12 - 5/6 Mon. & Wed. 1 - 3:45 pmIowa Falls, ECC Kruse-Main Art RoomInstr: Greg MetzenPage 6 Register online at www.IowaValley.com 641-752-4645

Woodcarving MembershipThis is a once a year fee for attendingthe Woodcarving sessions. Woodcarvingmeets once a month, the secondThursday of each month. See theseparate description for the sessions.Course # ART 0910.(1) $10WoodcarvingCreating something from a block ofwood can be an amazing experience!Theopportunity isavailable byjoining theWoodcarvinggroup. Thereare a varietyof differentstyles ofcarving tolearn about—relief, in the round, chip carving andmore. Members are willing to sharecarving techniques, knowledge of tools,types of wood to use, and any otherhelps needed to learn aboutwoodcarving. A WoodcarvingMembership for $10 a year is necessaryto attend monthly sessions free.Course # ART 1053.(13)1/8 Thur. 6:30 - 8:30 pmCourse # ART 1053.(14)2/12 Thur. 6:30 - 8:30 pmCourse # ART 1053.(15)3/12 Thur. 6:30 - 8:30 pmCourse # ART 1053.(16)4/9 Thur. 6:30 - 8:30 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 808Instr: Varied InstructorsBusinessAgile Scrum: A Practioner’sClassScrum is a simple yet incrediblypowerful set of principles and practicesthat help teams deliver products in shortcycles, enabling fast feedback, continualimprovement, and rapid adaptation tochange. As an AGILE developmentframework, Scrum is used for softwaredevelopment and much more.Manufacturing, healthcare, enterpriseproject management are just a few of theindustries that have found value infostering critical thinking, harnessing thepower of the well-formed team andpromoting creative and innovativeproducts. Paula Sadat Spangler has 20years’ experience in designing,implementing and maturing systems andprocesses within global and enterpriselevel corporations, government andmilitary agencies. She has technicalcertifications on Hardware, Software,Infrastructure Systems, InformationSecurity, Organizational DisasterRecovery and Business Continuity, aswell as, enterprise program/project/product management, business analysis,productive team dynamics and crewcoordination. Paula is a CertifiedSCRUM Master.Course # BUS 7300.(1) $4501/15 - 1/16 Thur. & Fri. 8 am - 5 pmCourse # BUS 7300.(2) $4502/5 - 2/6 Thur. & Fri. 8 am - 5 pmCourse # BUS 7300.(3) $4502/19 - 2/20 Thur. & Fri. 8 am - 5 pmCourse # BUS 7300.(4) $4503/12 - 3/13 Thur. & Fri. 8 am - 5 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 614Instr: Paula SpanglerShort-term training for agreat paying career!See Welding Basicson page 36,Career Pipe Weldingpage 34,and Welding forMaintenance & Repairpage 36.Creating Cell Phone Apps foryour BusinessCell phone apps are the latest way smartbusinesses are reaching their customers.It seems that nearly everyone is carryingand using a Smartphone these days.Smart organizations across the globe areinvesting in building cell phone apps fortheir businesses. In this non-technicalfour- week course, we will provide youwith step-by-step instructions on hownon-technical users can build, deployand market Smartphone applicationsacross Android, iPhone and Blackberryplatforms. The course is ideal forbusiness owners and executives whowant to understand how Smartphoneapplications can be inexpensively built,and also for technical users who want tounderstand to how quickly deploysmartphone applications. Register nowfor your choice of March, May, July, orOctober! Meeting Pattern: This section isonline and/or self-paced. Additionallogin information will be provided afterregistration. You can participate in thiscourse 24/7 as your schedule permits.Course is online at www.yougotclass.org/catalog.cfm/Iavalley.Course # BUS 1881.(1) $2453/2 - 3/27 Mon. & Fri. - See Descriptionfor Additional InfoOnline, via the InternetInstr: Dan BelhassenHR Basics forEntrepreneurs/SmallBusinessesAn introduction to the basic functions ofHR for Entrepreneurs or smallbusinesses who do not have HR staff. Ifyour business has any employees, youneed to understand the key componentsof Human Resources. This session willcover legal compliance, hiring andretaining quality employees,performance management andterminating employees. Instructor, TaraJenson is CEO of Eldora Plastics, Inc.and has over 20 years experience inHuman Resources. She began her careercreating an HR Department for a smallmanufacturing company and later wasthe HR Director for an internettechnology company and a non-profitsocial service agency. Prior to returningto EPI, Tara served as a Regional HRManager providing HR support andconsulting to multiple locations of amajor health care corporation across themid-west.Course # BUS 7400.(1) $452/10 Tue. 8 am - NoonMarshalltown, IVCE Room 803Instr: Tara JensonArts & Crafts/Business641-752-4645 Register online at www.IowaValley.com Page 7

BusinessHR Employer PanelDiscussion: Compliance VS.RisksPanelists will discuss what an HR auditis, vulnerability factors, and help youidentify your risk tolerance so you canmake informed decisions. Bring yourquestions for panelists to respond.Panelists include: Tim Bianchi, TrilogySolutions, Susan Arnold, HR Onecall,and Tammy Berbrugge, HR Approach.Enjoy a hot breakfast buffet during thediscussion from 8:30 am –noon. Registerby Jan. 16 to secure your seat.Course # BUS 4800.(1) $251/21 Wed 9 am - 12 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 808Instr: VariesMobile MarketingMore than half of US consumers who’vemade a purchase on their smartphonehave done so in response to a mobilemarketing message. Analysts forecastsmartphone sales will surpass 1 billionby the end of 2016. China hit around986.3 million mobile connections inDec. 2012. In the UK, mobile marketingis a multi-billion industry. Obviously, theway consumers are interacting withbrands and connecting to the world isevolving. If phrases such as locationbased marketing, mobile payments, QRcodes, applications, mobile coupons andsocial networks almost cause you ananxiety attack, this class is for you.Increase understanding of the mobileexperience, especially smartphones andhow you can leverage their capabilitiesto retain current customers and gain newones. Register now for your choice ofFeb., April, or June! This section isonline and self-paced. Additional logininformation will be provided afterregistration. Participate in this course24/7 as your schedule permits. Course isonline at www.yougotclass.org/catalog.cfm/Iavalley.Course # BUS 1888.(1) $1952/2 - 2/27 See Description for InfoOnline, via the InternetInstr: Simon SaltReal Solutions to Your HRQuestionsAre you dealing with employee issues?Ever wish you had an experienced HRprofessional to go to with yourquestions? Bring your questions andsituations to this interactive session.We’ll start with some common errorsemployers make and then go to yourspecific questions. Instructor, TaraJenson is CEO of Eldora Plastics, Inc.Tara has over 20 years experience inHuman Resources. She began her careercreating an HR Department for a smallmanufacturing company. She also spentseveral years as HR Director for aninternet technology company and a nonprofitsocial service agency. Prior toreturning to EPI in February 2012, Taraserved as a Regional HR Managerproviding HR support and consulting tomultiple locations of a major health carecorporation across the mid-west.Course # BUS 7401.(1) $202/10 Tue. 1 - 3 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 614Instr: Tara JensonNew Repurpose & Createfrom Your Everyday ThingsAre you trying to figure out what to dowith some of your stuff? Learn newways to repurpose, recycle and reusesome of your everyday things. Bring acouple of items, pictures of items, or alist of items you would like to repurposeand reuse. Items could be things likejars, socks, milk cartons, furniture,dishes, etc. Pam Blake, your instructorwill share examples, view ideas, provideresources, web sites and helpful hints toassist you in repurposing your everydaythings. Repurposing is only limited byyour imagination. Registration deadlineis 1-15-15. Snow date is 1-28-15.Course # BUS 2516.(1) $101/21 Wed. 1:30 - 3:30 pmCourse # BUS 2516.(2) $101/21 Wed. 6:30 - 8:30 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 608Instr: Pam BlakeAGILE SCRUM: A Practioner’s ClassSpring BusinessWorkshopLeeanne Krusemark is an author,business owner and adjunctprofessor at more than 200 collegesfrom Maine to Hawaii, includingPurdue. LeeAnne’s inspiration haseven been compared to Oprah!Here’s your opportunity to getinformation from an expert!At Home Study Orientation:Medical Insurance Billing orMedical Terminology orNotary PublicIf you wanted to learn one of thesetopics, but don’t have the time to attenda semester long in-person class, or don’tlike the option of learning online, here’syour chance to learn, at your own pace,in your own home. These printedmanuals/workbooks will guide youthrough thecourse youchoosewheneveryou find thetime. Theorientation ishelpful, butif you areunable toattend, thecourse canbe mailed toyoufollowing the orientation, provided theinstructor has received your materialsfee. A facilitator is available via emailfor any questions during the course andwhen completed, a certificate ofcompletion will be mailed to you.Choose one course or more for adiscounted price. Mandatory materialsfee: $99/any 1 course, $159/any 2courses, $199/all 3 courses.Course # BUS 1106.(2) $294/30 Thurs. 10 - 11 amMarshalltown, IVCE Room 608Instr: LeeAnne KrusemarkAre you interested in training your teams on how to deliverproducts in shorter cycles, enable faster feedback, providecontinual improvement, and increase adaptation to change?Then AGILE SCRUM: A Practioner’s Class may be for you.Turn to page 7 for details.Page 8 Register online at www.IowaValley.com 641-752-4645

Seven Simple Secrets toFinancial FreedomDoes your money work for you or doyou work for your money? This class isnot taught by a financial guru usingtechnical language you can't possiblyunderstand. You will learn from a singleMom, turned home businessentrepreneur, turned home owner, turnedreal estate investor. This is not a get richquick scheme, this is a plan of action tohelp others learn the path to financialfreedom. In this fast paced workshop,you will learn how to: get out of creditcard debt and reduce bad credit; raiseyour credit limit and lower your interestrate; use more credit to raise your creditscore; buy a home even if you have badcredit or are self employed; pay off yourmortgage in half the time with lessmoney; keep your home protectedagainst lawsuits; become an activeinvestor for financial freedom! Each oneof these secrets is worth more than tentimes the cost of this class. LeeAnne isnow a guest lecturer nationwide andteaches online at more than 1,000facilities worldwide, and the inspirationgiven to others has even been comparedin writing to Oprah! This workshop isnot for those already advanced infinancial matters nor does it provide anylegal advice. A mandatory $20 materialsfee is payable to instructor at the doorfor printed information to assist you inyour journey to financial freedom.Course # PFD 1100.(2) $494/30 Thurs. 11 am - 1 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 608Instr: LeeAnne KrusemarkSelf Publishing vs.Traditional Publishing:Which is Best for YOU?Self Publishing is all the rage, but is itthe best option for YOU? Once you selfpublish, then what? You will learn aboutthe pros and cons of traditionalpublishing and all of the self publishingoptions, including vanity publishing,print on demand publishing, e-bookpublishing, and the Amazon options ofKindle Publishing and Create Space.You will also learn, from a publishedauthor, editor, and adjunct onlineProfessor of Publishing for Harvard,how to find the best traditional publisheror the best self publishing company foryour manuscript. A mandatory $10materials fee is payable to instructor atthe door.Course # BUS 1100.(2) $294/30 Thurs. 1 - 2 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 608Instr: LeeAnne KrusemarkBeginner's Guide to GettingPublishedDid you know Stephen King wasrejected 75 times before he sold his firstnovel? If your goal is to become apublished freelance writer by selling amagazine article, short story, poem, oreven a novel to a traditional publisher,this comprehensive workshop will guideyou to, then past the editor's desk. Youwill discoverhow to: becomea “published”writerovernight;submitmanuscripts thecorrect way;find the rightpublisher for your work; writeirresistible query letters; 100 ways tomake money as a freelance writer; obtainfree future Q&A opportunities. If youreally want to succeed, this step-by-stepworkshop, taught by a successful,published author, editor, and adjunctonline Professor of Publishing forHarvard, is a must! A mandatory $20materials fee is payable to the instructorat the door for information designed tohelp you long after the workshop is over.Course # BUS 1101.(2) $494/30 Thurs. 2 - 4 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 608Instr: LeeAnne KrusemarkMeet the Publisher – GetYour Manuscript CritiquedHave you ever wanted to talk to a realpublisher? Are you tired of having yourmanuscripts critiqued by nonprofessionalsor paying an editor toomuch money to change your writing tothey way they would write it? Bringyour in-progress manuscript for an inclasscritique of one page of your poetry,article, short story, novel, non-fictionbook, or children’s book by an adjunctonline Professor of Publishing forHarvard and owner of a small publishinghouse. You can then leave a COPY ofyour manuscript with LeeAnne, now theowner of an author-friendly publishinghouse, for a professional critique of yourentire manuscript (for an optionalmaterials fee of $50 for up to 25 doublespacedpages + $1/page thereafter) and alist of publishers and/or agents who areinterested in your type of work. Amandatory $10 materials fee is payableto the instructor for the in-class critique.Course # BUS 1102.(2) $294/30 Thurs. 4 - 5 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 608Instr: LeeAnne KrusemarkNew Save $Money$ withExtreme Couponing!Learn how to save $$$ every day withextreme couponing. Coupons are not justfor groceries. The savings can add up tohundreds or even thousands of dollarsevery year. This comprehensiveworkshops will teach you: where to findall different types of coupons; how tofind the best coupon web sites; how todecipher coupon policies; the best wayto sort and store coupons; how to findother people to trade coupons with. Feelfree to bring your coupons to class for atrading session. This workshop is taughtby someone who has used coupons tosave thousands and has learned manycouponing secrets. A mandatory $10materials fee is payable to the instructorat the door.Course # BUS 1107.(1) $294/30 Thurs. 5 - 6 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 608Instr: LeeAnne KrusemarkHow to Earn Extra $Money$with a Mystery ShoppingBusinessHave you ever wanted to become aSecret Mystery Shopper? Have you seenads telling you how to become ashopper, but only if you send them a lotof money? You do not have to pay tobegin your new career in this excitingfield. You will learn how to start yourbusinessendeavor(participantsmust attend“Cash in witha SuccessfulHome BasedBusiness)and you willalso learnhow to:create a mystery shopping profile; signup with many mystery shoppingcompanies without fees; avoid thepitfalls and scams; become aMerchandiser too for extra income. Witha few simple steps, you can startMystery Shopping today! A mandatory$10 materials fee is payable to theinstructor at the door that includes a listof companies you can apply to.Course # BUS 1103.(2) $294/30 Thurs. 6 - 7 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 608Instr: LeeAnne Krusemarkwww.IowaValley.comBusiness641-752-4645 Register online at www.IowaValley.com Page 9

Business/Communication & Language/Computers$Cash$ in with a SuccessfulHome-Based BusinessAre you tired of working for someoneelse? Do you need to make moremoney? Turn your talents and hobbiesinto profits at home by learning how tostart a home based business from aChamber of Commerce past presidentand successful southern Californiaentrepreneur. During this informativeworkshop, you will discover: mandatorylegal documentation; many ways tomarket your product/service; how to taketax deductions (this workshopincluded!); more than 100 homebusiness ideas; free future Q&Aopportunities. This is probably the mostcomprehensive business start upworkshop you will ever find, so if youreally want to succeed in a homebusiness, this step-by-step session is amust! A mandatory $20 materials fee ispayable to the instructor at the door forinformation designed to help you longafter the workshop is over.Course # BUS 1104.(2) $494/30 Thurs. 7 - 9 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 608Instr: LeeAnne KrusemarkMake $Money$ with aTyping/Word ProcessingBusinessIf you can type, then you can makemoney at home using your wordprocessor or computer. Having alreadylearned all about home-based businesssuccess (participants must have attended" $Cash$ in with a Successful Home-Based Business"), you will then discoverthe secrets to profits in the typing/wordprocessing business, including: how andwhere to find clients; 50 ways toadvertise/market your services; effectivehome office equipment choices; 100ways to make money with a computer;free national networking information.There really is a need for your services,so why not have the freedom to be yourown boss, set your own hours, and havethe opportunity to make more moneythan you ever did before by attendingthis workshop. A mandatory $10materials fee is payable to the instructorat the door for information designed tohelp you long after the workshop is over.Course # BUS 1105.(2) $294/30 Thurs. 9 - 10 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 608Instr: LeeAnne KrusemarkVoice-Overs...Now Is YourTime!In what could be one of the mostenlightening 2 hours you’ve ever spent,this online class will show you how youcould actually begin using your speakingvoice for commercials, films, videos andmore! Most people go about it the wrongway. In this class, you will learn about aunique, outside of the box way to cash inon one of the most lucrative full or parttimecareersout there!This is abusinessthat youcanhandle onyour ownterms, onyour ownturf, in your own time, and withpractically no overhead. And now is thebest time to make this happen as newcompanies are looking for new voiceslike never before. This exciting and funclass could be the game changer you’vebeen looking for. We encourage you tojoin us for one of our online, interactiveclasses which includes a live Q and Asession and voice evaluation. Must havecomputer that has internet access withspeakers and access to a phone to call inafterward to read a script.Course # BUS 4500.(6) $352/11 Wed. 7 - 9 pmCourse # BUS 4500.(7) $354/14 Tue. 7 - 9 pmOnline, via the InternetInstr: TBACommunication &LanguageNewBody LanguageIt is said that actions speak louder thanwords. There is a great deal of truth tothat. Many times people say one thing,but their body betrays something verydifferent. Professional interrogators areexperts in body language. For thelayman, it is simply fun to see what thebody movement says.Course # COM 1201.(1) $103/17 Tue. 6 - 7 pmToledo, Public Library, 206 E HighInstr: Anne MichaelRegister for any EdVenture course atwww.IowaValley.comSpeechcraftGain confidence in all aspects ofcommunication skills, useful innetworking and public speakingsituations. Through weekly speakingopportunities, three to four minutespeeches, using a topic of your choice,you’ll learn how to compose, deliver,and evaluate your speech. The course isan extension of the Marshalltown Area’sToastmasters organization. Thisorganization not only strives to improvespeaking and communication, it hasbecome a positive way to meet newpeople, develop friendships, enjoy newchallenges and pursuits.Course # COM 2000.(2) $402/25 - 4/8 Wed. Noon - 1 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 801Instr: Varied InstructorsComputersAndroid Phone BasicsDo you have an Android platform deviceand want to know how to use more of itsfeatures? If you want to learn the basicsof using your Android device, this classis for you. We willcover all major appsincluding phone,messaging, mail,Android voicecommands, camera,photos, and more. Wewill show you step bystep how to download an app as well ascover many basic tips and tricks that willmake using your Android device mucheasier throughout your day to day life.Course # CMP 2306.(1) $102/3 Tue. 5:30 - 6:30 pmIowa Falls, ECC Reg Johnson Hall Room102Instr: Shilo HowlandComputer BasicsThis class is setup as a basic computerclass in a one-on-one environment. Ourexperienced and patient trainer will haveyou use the computer lab on campus oryou may bring in your own laptopcomputer. All sessions are scheduled atyour convenience and topics are basedon your training need and level.Customized one-on-one computersessions are a minimum of two hours inlength. Call instructor (641-648-8621) tomake personalized arrangements andexplain your needs.Course # CMP 0200.(2) $702/24 Tue. 6 - 8 pmIowa Falls, ECC Trades & IndustryBuilding Computer LabInstr: Debra SabinPage 10 Register online at www.IowaValley.com 641-752-4645

Digital Pictures & ProjectsExperiment with the versatility of digitalpictures and discover the variety of waysto incorporate them in projects on andoff the computer. Sandy McAntire ofShoestring Creative will discuss digitalphotography tips and design elementsand show you how to change the focusof composition through croppingtechniques. Bring your digital camera orcamera phone with USB cord to utilizeyour images in a digital project andexplore the array of projects that can bedone through Picasa and Gimp. Must bea comfortable computer user with mouseproficiency. Digital Projects are great togive as gifts or create for special events.Sign up and pay by April 16.Course # CMP 1253.(3) $594/21 Tue. 6:30 - 9:30 pmMarshalltown, Business & TechnologyCenter Room 201Instr: Sandra McAntirePlumbing Code ClassesIowa Valley Continuing Education,3702 S Center, Marshalltown,Business & Technology Center, Room 207Wednesday, February 18, 2015• 8 am Green Supplement to theUniform Plumbing Code• 10 am Personal ProtectiveEquipment & Fall Protection• 1 pm Pools Hot Tubs & Spas• 3 pm Plumbing for Mobile Homes &Travel TrailersRegister and prepay by going to:http://calendar.theceuauthority.com/Use the calendar to select class date, click ondesired course, then choose: Register NowDigital StorageAn introduction to the advantages anddisadvantages of all types of digitalstorage including the cloud and beyond.Covers the missing manual on backingup files andkeeping all yourdigital informationorganized.Investigate currentstorage andtransfer trends foryour medicalrecords and discuss security issues andpreventative measures to keep yourprivate information secure. Pacedesigned for the very beginner and“seasoned” learner. Register and pay byApril 9.Course # CMP 1254.(3) $494/14 Tue. 6:30 - 9:30 pmMarshalltown, Business & TechnologyCenter Room 201Instr: Sandra McAntireGreen Supplement to the Uniform Plumbing CodeThis course will use IAPMO Green Plumbing Code Supplement as its focus and tie thatinto existing standards found in the Uniform Plumbing code. Course Value: This course isgood for 2 CEU's of plumbing code for the Iowa Plumbing License.Personal Protective Equipment and Fall ProtectionDuring this course one will learn how to assess a jobsite and select proper PPE accordingto given analysis. This class is good for 2 Hours Safety for the Iowa Plumbing andMechanical license only (Not valid for Omaha CEU's)Pools Hot Tubs and SpasThis course will be a basic understanding of Pools, Hot tubs and Spas. Topics to be dealtwith are: sizing, installation and service. Course Value: This course is good for 2 CEU's Oftrade/discipline for the Iowa Plumbing licenses.Plumbing for Mobile Homes and Travel TrailersThis will be an introduction to plumbing systems that serve mobile homes and traveltrailers. Key topics will be supply and Drain Waste Venting as well as piping and fittingsassociated with the different applications. Course Value: This course is good for 2 CEU's oftrade/discipline for the Iowa Plumbing licenses.Easy Excel Data Dynamics,Charts & Pivot TablesAre you already an excel rockstar? Doyou need to expand your skillset in datamanipulation and presentation? Thisclass is for you! Give new life to yourdata by customizing charts and graphs ormake your numbers divulge hiddensecrets by plugging into pivot tables.Includes takeaway handout for futurequick reference. Mouse proficiency andprevious excel instruction is required.Register and pay by April 2.Course # CMP 1271.(3) $694/7 Tue. 6:30 - 9:30 pmMarshalltown, Business & TechnologyCenter Room 201Instr: Sandra McAntireEasy Excel Formulas &FunctionsExcel comes with over 300 functions outof the box. Invest a few short hours andsave tons of time by learning the onesthat can be most useful to you! Includesan overview of simple formulas and anintroduction on using the formula palletto make complex formulas a snap. Linkformulas to data in other sheets and havethem auto-calculate. Includes take homeeditable examples and handout. Bring inyour own spreadsheet problem or projectand get help! Mouse proficiency andprevious excel instruction is required.Course # CMP 1216.(3) $693/31 Tue. 6:30 - 9:30 pmMarshalltown, Business & TechnologyCenter Room 201Instr: Sandra McAntireEasy Excel Tasks & ToolsLearn some excel tools to make youreveryday tasks easy! For the proficientexcel user that wants to go beyondchanging data in a spreadsheet thatsomeone else created. Get an overviewon how to plan and execute aspreadsheet from scratch for a variety ofuses. Tips on how to use excel as aneveryday tool and improve your skills atthe same time! Includes take homeeditable examples and handout. Mouseproficiency and previous Excelinstruction is required. Register and payby March 5.Course # CMP 1215.(4) $693/10 Tue. 6:30 - 9:30 pmMarshalltown, Business & TechnologyCenter Room 201Instr: Sandra McAntireRegister for anyEdVenture course atwww.IowaValley.comComputers641-752-4645 Register online at www.IowaValley.com Page 11

ComputersEasy Excel Tips Tricks &ShortcutsAre you already proficient at the basicsof navigation and formatting in excel?Would you like to increase yourknowledge and decrease your workload?This class is for you! Learn some of thebazillion shortcuts and tricks that willsave you a ton of time in your dailynumber crunching and data collection.Includes takeaway handout for futurequick reference. Mouse proficiency andprevious excel instruction is required.Register and pay by March 19.Course # CMP 1270.(3) $693/24 Tue. 6:30 - 9:30 pmMarshalltown, Business & TechnologyCenter Room 201Instr: Sandra McAntireFacebook For FamiliesFacebook is now themost visited site on theinternet Worldwide! It iseven being used forFamily Reunions! Nomatter what your age,it’s time to join in on this fun and easyway to keep in touch no matter whatyour computer skill level. This class isgreat for Grandmas, Grandpas, Aunts,Uncles, Moms, Dads and Kids. Bring thewhole family! Learn how to sign up,about Privacy Settings and the safestway to stay involved with all yourfamily members no matter where theyare. Includes take home guide. Registerand pay by Jan. 22.Course # CMP 1251.(3) $291/27 Tue. 6:30 - 9:30 pmMarshalltown, Business & TechnologyCenter Room 201Instr: Sandra McAntireGet SocialDoes the social media movement andterminology leave you wondering if youare still speaking the same language?Discover the difference between a post,a tweet and a vine. Get an overview ofthe types of social sites and explore thetop site in each category. Find out whatyou’ve been missing and get connectedwith like-minded people across theglobe! Designed for the beginningcomputer user or “seasoned” learner.Bring your smart phone so you can“Check In” and you’ll soon be calledInstagrandma or Instagrandpa! Mouseproficiency and comfort surfing the webis highly recommended. Register andpay by Jan. 15.Course # CMP 1250.(2) $391/20 Tue. 6:30 - 9:30 pmMarshalltown, Business & TechnologyCenter Room 201Instr: Sandra McAntireIndividual Computer TrainingThis class is setup as a individualizedbasic computer class in a one-on-oneenvironment. Our experienced andpatient trainer will have you use thecomputer lab on campus or you maybring in your own laptop computer. Allsessions are scheduled at yourconvenience and topics are based onyour training need and level. Customizedone-on-one computer sessions are aminimum of two hours in length. Callinstructor (641-648-8621) to makepersonalized arrangements and explainyour needs.Course # CMP 0201.(1) $70TBAIowa Falls, ECC Trades & IndustryBuilding Computer LabInstr: Debra SabinCoaching Authoriztion series of classes offered with onlinecourse work followed by in person class time. Registrationdeadline is 3-12-15. See pages 37-38.iPad - Basic Use forBeginnersThis class will teach you the basics ofyour iPad.You willlearn toset upyouremail,how tochooseapps, tipson usingFaceTime and Skype. You will need tobring your own iPad. There will be atime for question and answers at the endof the class. The $5 fee will need to bepaid at time of registration and a $15 feewill be paid to the instructor at the timeof the class.Course # CMP 2303.(3) $52/2 Mon. 5:30 - 7 pmIowa Falls, ECC Reg Johnson Hall Room106Instr: Michelle SackvilleiPad- Level IIThis class will teach you how to findapps for your iPad that will help youmanage your work, home and personaldevelopment. You will need to bringyour own iPad. Previous iPad experienceis recommended. The $5 fee will need tobe paid at time of registration and a $15fee will be paid to the instructor at thetime of the class.Course # CMP 2304.(1) $52/16 Mon. 5:30 - 7 pmIowa Falls, ECC Reg Johnson Hall Room106Instr: Michelle SackvilleiPhone BasicsDo you have an iPhone and want tounderstand how to use more of itsfeatures? Learn thebasics of using youriPhone with the newiOS8 software. We willcover all major appsincluding phone,messaging, mail, Siri,camera, photos, andmore. We will show youstep by step how todownload an app as well as cover manybasic tips and tricks that will make usingyour Apple device much easierthroughout your day to day life.Course # CMP 2301.(1) $101/20 Tue. 5:30 - 6:30 pmIowa Falls, ECC Reg Johnson Hall Room102Instr: Shilo HowlandPage 12 Register online at www.IowaValley.com 641-752-4645

K.I.S.S. for Computers(Keep it Simple Series)One night per topic. Take one or all(register for CMP 1200.(1) if takingentire series). Not sure which one totake? Request the skill survey to testyour knowledge and sign up to fill inany gaps! Get individualized skillassessments to round out yourresume with each class.KISS for Computers (Keep ItSimple Series) Back bypopular demand!One night per topic. Take one or all.Great for any beginning computer useror someone who just wants to learn moredetail. Not sure which one to take orself-taught? Request the skill survey totest your knowledge and sign up to fill inany gaps! Get individualized skillassessments to round out your resumewith each class. Register and pay by Jan.29.Course # CMP 1200.(3) $3002/3 - 3/3 Tue. 6:30 - 9:30 pmMarshalltown, Business & TechnologyCenter Room 201Instr: Sandra McAntireKISS Computer KeystoneStart with turning the computer on andmastering the mouse. Learn how to“Train Your Brain” to look certain placesto accomplish specific tasks. Coversterminology, basic windowscomponents,memory,storage,creatingfolders,executingapplications,transferringfiles and thewindowsdirectory.Includes quick reference handout andindividually customized practice outline.Register and pay by Jan. 29.Course # CMP 0211.(3) $492/3 Tue. 6:30 - 9:30 pmMarshalltown, Business & TechnologyCenter Room 201Instr: Sandra McAntireAll Iowa Valley facilitiesare accessibleIf you need special accommodationsfor a class or event, please let usknow when you register.KISS InternetInternet specific “Train Your Brain”exercises. Must score well on KeystoneSkill Survey or have taken K.I.S.SKeystone. Covers basic browsers,address bar, search bar, tool bars, searchtechniques, links, terminology,bookmarks, favorites, navigation,spyware, adware, online safety. Includesquick reference handout and individuallycustomized practice outline. Register andpay by Feb.5.Course # CMP 2001.(3) $592/10 Tue. 6:30 - 9:30 pmMarshalltown, Business & TechnologyCenter Room 201Instr: Sandra McAntireKISS EmailEmail specific “Train Your Brain”exercises. Must score well on KeystoneSkill Survey or have taken K.I.S.SKeystone. Covers terminology, sendingto individuals, sending to groups, carboncopies, blind carbon copies, receiving,replying to individuals, replying togroups, forwarding, attaching a file orpicture, and avoiding viruses. Includesquick reference handout and individuallycustomized practice outline. Register andpay by Feb. 12.Course # CMP 1111.(3) $592/17 Tue. 6:30 - 9:30 pmMarshalltown, Business & TechnologyCenter Room 201Instr: Sandra McAntireKISS Word 2010Word specific “Train Your Brain”exercises. Must score well on KeystoneSkill Survey or have taken K.I.S.SKeystone. Ribbon Navigation, Bold,Italics, Font Size, Text Justification, FontColor, Line Spacing , Margins, Headersand Footers, Page Numbers, SpellCheck, Moving and Editing Text andParagraphs, Printing and Saving.Includes quick reference handout andindividually customized practice outline.Register and pay by Feb. 19.Course # CMP 1011.(3) $692/24 Tue. 6:30 - 9:30 pmMarshalltown, Business & TechnologyCenter Room 201Instr: Sandra McAntireKISS ExcelExcel Specific “Train Your Brain”exercises. Must score well on KeystoneSkill Survey or have taken K.I.S.SKeystone. Covers worksheets,workbooks, terminology, special tools,formatting, moving, adding and deletingcolumns, rows, and cells, sorting, filling,editing, saving and print settings. Simpleformulas if time allows. Includes quickreference handout and individuallycustomized practice outline. Register andpay by Feb. 26.Course # CMP 1211.(3) $693/3 Tue. 6:30 - 9:30 pmMarshalltown, Business & TechnologyCenter Room 201Instr: Sandra McAntireTake Your Next Step!If your desired career pathrequires a college degree,check out EllsworthCommunity College,Marshalltown CommunityCollege and Iowa ValleyGrinnell. Financialaid/scholarships are offered,outstanding training isguaranteed! Call now toenroll.IOWA VALLEYcommunity college districtmarshalltown ellsworth grinnellcontinuing educationComputers641-752-4645 Register online at www.IowaValley.com Page 13

PinterestWhat’s up with Windows 8?Book Discussion GroupComputers/Creative RetirementBeginning Pinners: Learn how to usethis thing called Pinterest. For those ofyou who want an online file of images ofinterest including: recipes, fashion, homedécor, wedding ideas, gardening, traveland more, Pinterest is just the thing!This course will cover how to setup yourPinterest account, creating your ownboards and organizing them. The $5 feewill need to be paid at time ofregistration and a $15 fee will be paid tothe instructor at the time of the class.Course # CMP 2305.(1) $52/23 Mon. 5:30 - 7 pmIowa Falls, ECC Reg Johnson Hall Room106Instr: Michelle SackvilleOpen to the PublicTime: 1:30 pmAdmission of $5 includespopcorn & drinkOrpheum offeringCreative RetirementMovie MatineesJanuary 8, 2015“The Good Lie” Rated PG-13Starring Reese WitherspoonSudanese refugees given the chance to resettle inAmerica arrive in Kansas, where their encounter withemployment agency counselor forever changes all oftheir lives.February 6, 2015“The Best of Me” Rated PG-13Starring Michelle Monaghan (a native Iowan)Twenty-one years after being torn apart by forcesbeyond their control, two lovers who have neverforgotten one another get a second chance athappiness in this romantic drama from bestsellingauthor Nicholas Sparks.March 12, 2015“Into the Woods” Rated PGStarring Johnny Depp and Meryl StreepA witch conspires to teach important lessons to variouscharacters of popular children's stories.March 26, 2015“The Imitation Game” Rated PG-13Starring Benedict CumberbatchBrilliant UK mathematician and computer scientist,Alan Turing, helps the Allies secure victory in WorldWar II by cracking the German enigma code and latercommitts suicide after being prosecuted as ahomosexual by his own government.Please note: All movie titles are subject tochange due to licensing and release dates.Are you getting ready to make theswitch to Windows 8 and are havingdifficulty sifting through all the hype?Significantly shorten your learning curveby investing 3 short hours that highlightsthe differences, added features and somecool customization tips. See the apps inaction as Sandy McAntire of BusinessIntelligence and Tech Servicesdemonstrates the best of the new andreveals the locations of your windowsfavorites. Comfortable computer usersonly. Register and pay by April 23.Course # CMP 1500.(3) $594/28 Tue. 6:30 - 9:30 pmMarshalltown, Business & TechnologyCenter Room 201Instr: Sandra McAntireCreativeRetirementCreative RetirementMembershipWhile Creative Retirement programofferings are intended for retirees age 50and older, anyone 50 and older iswelcome. Most offerings are held in thedaytime. Membership year is July 1through June 30. The program yearincludes luncheons, short courses, trips,movies and discussion sessions.Membership dues help cover costs ofprinting, mailings, etc. so that coursefees can be kept low. In addition toofferings being listed in Edventure,members will receive the CreativeReader Newsletter which is mailed to allmembers at least twice a year somembers will be informed. Membershipfee of $10 can be paid at any time.CRT 1000.(1) $10Creative RetirementRoundtableCreative Retirement members only!Explore current and historical eventsincluding elections, Medicare and SocialSecurity, the functioning of governmentand Congress, constitutional conceptsand ideas, the economy, local, state andworld events. No topic is out of boundsand all ideas are welcome. Roundtableparticipants take turns leadingdiscussions, with occasional guestspeakers and resource persons. Meetsevery other Friday. Participants bringtreats. Coffee and water are provided.Course # CRT 1002.(3)Free1/16 - 5/22 Fri. 9:30 - 11:30 amMarshalltown, IVCE Room 803Instr: Varied InstructorsEveryone is welcome to join in thediscussion of books; both fiction andnon-fiction, modern and classic. Theseries will begin in January. Bookselection will be discussed at the firstmeeting.Course # CRT 1004.(3)Free1/19 - 5/18 Mon. 3 - 4:30 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 803Instr: Carole PermarPolitical Observations: TheCurrent Scene and Iowa'sUnique Caucuses – SpringKickoff LuncheonSpeaker is Dave Price, Political Expertand Weekend News Anchor for WHOTV, and author of the book "CaucusChaos" (Thecontroversial call,characters and surprisesthat made Iowa 2012 ayear like no other).Dave Price will sharehis observations of thehighly contentious campaigns andelection of 2014, the controversysurrounding the 2012 caucuses, and theupcoming Presidential campaign. Davehas personally interviewed many of thecharacters involved, both at the state andnational levels. Note: Lunch is served at11:30, followed by the program at noon.Creative Retirement members may bringnon-members as guests; however, guestsare required to register for the event andpay the $15 program cost. Copies ofDave's book "Caucus Chaos" will be forsale after the program. Registrationdeadline is Monday, March 9.Course # CRT 1500.(1) $153/12 Thur. 11:30 am - 1 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 808Instr: Dave PriceGreat Decisions DiscussionSeriesThe Great Decisions series featuresimpartial, thought-provoking analyses oneight issues of concern to U.S.policymakers today using videos,discussion, and expert analyses.Consensus is not a goal—participantsrespect each person’s experiences, valuesystems and beliefs. All registrantsreceive a briefing book on the 2015issues. This class meets every otherFriday and does not interfere withRoundtable.Course # CRT 1003.(2) $352/6 - 5/29 Fri. 9:30 - 11:30 amMarshalltown, IVCE Room 803Instr: Varied InstructorsPage 14 Register online at www.IowaValley.com 641-752-4645

Build Your Own Little FreeLibraryWant a Little Free Library but don'tknow how to use tools or where to getmaterials? Here is the answer. MCCConstruction Technology Instructor, RussYarrow, and his students will precut allthe parts and provide all materials,hardware, screws, glue, roofing materialand the mounting post at a price muchlower than what you will find online(littlefreelibrary.com). They will alsoassist class registrants with completeassembly andconstructionduring thistwo-sessionclass. All toolswill beprovided;however, ifyou have acordless drill, please bring it. Previouswoodworking skill is not required; only adesire to learn and to have a Little FreeLibrary of your own! Library size isapproximately 12” deep x 24” wide x19” high and sits on a post 4' aboveground. Class members will beresponsible for painting, decorating andinstalling on their own property. Classsize is limited to 15, so register now!Course # CRT 1016.(1) $353/30 - 4/1 Mon. & Wed. 9 - 11 amMarshalltown, Construction TechnologyLabInstr: Russell Yarrow & Construction TechStudentsHistory of JazzFacilitated by Flo Kapaun. Join us fora trip through the history of Jazz PartII beginning in the 1930’s. It willinclude Jazz greats like LouisArmstrong, Bessie Smith, ChickWebb, and Benny Goodman, amongmany others.History of Jazz Part 2 -Swing: The Velocity ofCelebration - Series 6“Swing: the Velocity of Celebration” isstill a national craze that keeps on goingdespite the Depression. Find out howBenny Goodman takes his hot sound toCarnegie Hall and then is forced torebuild his band. Also featured are ChickWebb, Billie Holiday, Coleman Hawkinsplus more.Course # CRT 2009.(1) $53/25 Wed. 9:30 - 11:30 amMarshalltown, IVCE Room 803Instr: Varied InstructorsHistory of Jazz Part 2-Dedicated to Chaos-Series 7“Dedicated to Chaos” is the story of howJazz becomes a symbol of democracy athome as America enters World War II in1941. Bandleaders such as Glenn Millerand Artie Shaw enlist and take theirmusic to the men and women of thearmed services overseas.Course # CRT 2010.(1) $54/8 Wed. 9:30 - 11:30 amMarshalltown, IVCE Room 803Instr: Varied InstructorsHistory of Jazz Part 2 - Risk -Series 8“Risk” discusses how the nation’smusical tastes are changing as youngpeople turn to sentimental singers andrhythm and blues. One by one, big bandsleave the road. Find out how DukeEllington keeps his band together andhow Louis Armstrong puts a small group“All Stars” together and spreads hisfame around the globe.Course # CRT 2011.(1) $54/22 Wed. 9:30 - 11:30 amMarshalltown, IVCE Room 803Instr: Varied InstructorsHistory of Jazz Part 2 - TheAdventure - Series 9“The Adventure” tells the story of howLouis Armstrong risks his careerspeaking out against southern defianceof the Constitution. It features thecomplete performance of Miles Davis in“New Rhumba.”Course # CRT 2012.(1) $55/6 Wed. 9:30 - 11:30 amMarshalltown, IVCE Room 805Instr: Varied InstructorsHistory of Jazz Part 2 - AMasterpiece by Midnight -Series 10“A Masterpiece by Midnight” tells thestory of how Jazz is in trouble in the1960’s; young people nowoverwhelmingly prefer rock and roll.With the passing away of many icons,many fans feel Jazz dies with them.When things seem most desperate, findout how Dexter Gordon returns fromEurope and how he proves that there isstill an audience for mainstream Jazz.Learn about the new generation ofmusicians led by trumpeter WyntonMarsalis who emerge to expressthemselves with the music traditions.Course # CRT 2013.(1) $55/20 Wed. 9:30 - 11:30 amMarshalltown, IVCE Room 803Instr: Varied InstructorsCalkins Nature Center &Ellsworth Equestrian CenterDay TripJoin us for a day trip to Iowa Falls tovisit the Calkins Nature Center,Ellsworth Equestrian Center, and theAgriculture and Renewable EnergyCenter. The morning Calkins NatureCenter tour includes visiting the naturecenter and museum, observing songbirds at thefeeders,seeing wildlifeat the animalexhibit, seeinghow injuredwildlife arecared for andreleased back to the wild and taking ashort hike through the timber and prairietrails. After the tour at Calkins, there willbe a catered lunch at the EllsworthEquestrian Center followed by a guidedtour of the facility to learn aboutequestrian skills, and a tour of theAgriculture and Renewable EnergyCenter located on the same campus. Abus will leave the Iowa ValleyContinuing Education south parking lotat 8 am and return at 5:30 pm. The costof the trip includes lunch, transportation,and admission fees. Registrationdeadline is 4/6/2015 at noon. There is aminimum enrollment of 25.Course # CRT 3500.(1) $604/14 Tue. 8 am - 5:30 pmMarshalltown, IVCE South Parking LotBotanical Gardens & ApeCognition Day TripCome with us on a day trip to the newlyrenovatedDes Moines Botanical GardenCenter, with new outdoor and indoorexhibits! Following lunch at theBotanical Center, the group will visit theApe Cognition and Conservation Center(formerly the Bonobo Trust) and willalso have the opportunity to interact withthe five Bonobo Apes and with Kanzi.One of the apes has a 3000 wordvocabulary. Bonobos are a member ofthe Primate Family with the closest linksto humans. The group will travel by bus,leaving the south parking lot at IVCE at8 am and return at 5:30 pm. The cost ofthe trip includes transportation andadmission fees. Lunch will be availableat your expense at the Botanical GardenRestaurant. Registration deadline is5/4/2015 at noon. There is a minimumenrollment of 25.Course # CRT 3501.(1) $695/12 Tue. 8 am - 5:30 pmMarshalltown, IVCE South Parking LotCreative Retirement641-752-4645 Register online at www.IowaValley.com Page 15

Creative Retirement/Driving & TransportationLunch & SpeakersLunch is served at 11:30 am,followed by the program which isusually concluded by 1:00 pm.Marshalltown Local TVStation (McTV) LuncheonVideo producers Steve Muntz and CraigSchwartz will share the process behindproducing video programs forMarshalltown Community Television(McTV). They will discuss the variety oflocal programs that are available oncable TV and the Internet. They willshow a sample of video programmingoffered and invite audience feedbackabout future programming. Registrationdeadline is Monday, March 30.Course # CRT 1501.(1) $154/3 Fri. 11:30 am - 1 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 808Instr: Steve Muntz & Craig SchwartzSkydiving LuncheonCome join Hashem Hashemi-Toroghi,Marshalltown Community CollegeEconomics Professor of twenty-sixyears, and owner of Accelerated FreeFall Iowa in Boone. Accelerated FreeFall Iowa has been training jumpers forover thirty years and was the firstdropzone inIowa toprovidetandemskydives.Hashem haslogged16,512jumps overthe lastforty yearsand has participated in several worldrecord formation skydives, making himone of the most experienced skydivers inthe country. Hashem will talk about thechanges in skydiving equipment and thesport of skydiving. The presentation willalso include a video. Registrationdeadline is Monday, April 13.Course # CRT 1502.(1) $154/17 Fri. 11:30 am - 1 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 612Instr: Hashem Hashemi-ToroghiDon’t miss your chance to get yourHR questions answered at the HREmployer Panel Discussion on the“Compliance vs. Risks” featuring TimBianchi, Trilogy Solutions, SusanArnold, HR Onecall, and TammyVerbrugge, HR Approach.See page 8 for details.Veteran’s Honor FlightLuncheon – Featuring GuestPresenter, Vic HellbergThe Honor Flight program enablesveterans to see their monuments inWashington, DC, free of charge. Thisfee-based program of guardians providesassistance to theveterans who need it.Vic Hellberg waspleased to assist 92-year-old, JohnMcGehee. Hecaptured the day forJohn with pictures.See the full day fromthe perspective ofthe guardian. The goal of the HonorFlight Network is to help every singleveteran in America, willing and able, toget on a plane or a bus, to visit theirMemorial. Come learn more about theHonor Flight Program through the eyesof a guardian! Registration deadline isMonday, March 23.Course # CRT 1051.(1) $153/27 Fri. 11:30 am - 1 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 808Instr: Vic HellbergWashington D.C. TripTravel with friends and family and meetnew friends when Creative Retirementtravels to Washington, DC April 3 - 12,2015. Enjoy a beautiful time in thenation’s capital at cherry blossom time.The itinerary will include trips to MountVernon, Arlington National Cemetery,Ford’s Theater Museum, NationalCathedral, Gettysburg NationalBattlefield, Independence Hall, theSupreme Court, Library of Congress,Smithsonian Museums, National Capitol,the Kennedy Center and much more!Price includes travel by bus and hotelstays with breakfast. Cost of the trip willbe determined by the number of travelersand hotel occupancy selected. Priceranges from $895/person for 40travelers, double occupancy -$1,420/person for 40 travelers, singleoccupancy; $1,075/person for 25travelers, double occupancy -$1,600/person for 25 travelers, singleoccupancy. Group meetings will be heldin January and February. A deposit of$200 per traveler is required to hold yourseat on this trip! Registration is due byFeb. 25 with the final payment dueMarch 4. Bus leaves IVCE SouthParking Lot at 8 am.Course # CRT 1006.(3) $11594/3 - 4/12Marshalltown, IVCE South Parking LotDriving &TransportationAARP Driver SafetyLearn how roads andvehicles havechanged, and aboutthe effects of aging and medications onour skills. This four-hour, research basedclassroom only course reviews how wecan adapt our driving skills to remainsmart and safe drivers as we get older.Sponsored by AARP. There is nodriving. Pay materials’ fee on arrival.$15 for members. $20 for non-members.Course # DRV 3000.(5)4/14 Tue. 9 am - 1 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 803Instr: Sandy WinkelCourse # DRV 3000.(6)4/21 Tue. 9 am - 1 pmIowa Falls, ECC Gentle Student CenterFormal Dining RoomInstr: Sandy WinkelBus Driver 3 hr refresher“The Professional School Bus Driver”Todrive a school bus in this day and agerequires a good deal of professionalismon the part of the school bus driver.Throughout a career as a school busdriver, many varied situations will beencountered that require certain skillsand talents, with many putting a driverinto a number of different rolesdepending on the situations, but at alltimes requiring them to be responsible,and professional. This training will dealwith most of the roles andresponsibilities encountered on a dailybasis, as well as some encountered on anot so daily basis, and how to deal withthem professionally.Course # DRV 4101.(16) $251/7 Wed. 6 - 9 pmCourse # DRV 4101.(17) $253/4 Wed. 6 - 9 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 803Instr: Keith LambertsenSituational Awareness & BasicSelf Defense class detailsfound at www.IowaValley.com.Page 16 Register online at www.IowaValley.com 641-752-4645

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Driving & TransportationBus Driver STOP part 2 -Face to FacePart 2: 3 Hour Face to Face.“This coursewill help prepare new school bus driversfor their role in helping to keep thechildren safe while riding on a schoolbus. Objectives include learning rulesandregulations,safe drivingpractices,passengercontrol,emergencyfirst aid,accident andemergency procedures, route hazardidentification, loading and unloadingprocedures, and dealing with dangerzones, route hazards, and pre/post tripinspections.”Course # DRV 4106.(8)2/4 Wed. 6 - 9 pmCourse # DRV 4106.(9)4/1 Wed. 6 - 9 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 803Instr: Keith LambertsenCDL Pro Driver Prep 80hours-Iowa FallsPACE/GAPAchieve your Class A CDLwith airbrakes endorsement through this80-hour course. Covered in the course:getting your CDL permit; generalknowledge; backing; CMV defensivedriving; CMV hazard awareness; CMVVehicle Maintenance/Service; CDL Pre-Trip InspectionTraining andTesting; CDLSkills Maneuversand DrivingPreparation andTesting andmore! This training combines classroomand “behind the wheel” time. Youachieve your CDL with the trainer! Firstclass date listed is a mandatoryintroductory meeting. Remainder ofclass schedule will be discussed atmandatory meeting.Course # DRV 1001.(3) $4991/27 Tue. 6 - 8 pmIowa Falls, Agriculture & RenewableEnergy Building Room: 102Instr: Randy GreyCDL Pro Driver Prep 80hours-MarshalltownPACE/GAP Achieve your Class ACDL with airbrakesendorsement through this 80-hourcourse. Covered in the course: gettingyour CDL permit; general knowledge;backing; CMV defensive driving; CMVhazard awareness; CMV VehicleMaintenance/Service; CDL Pre-TripInspection Training and Testing; CDLSkills Maneuvers and DrivingPreparation and Testing and more! Thistraining combines online training withhands-on “behind the wheel” time. Youachieve your CDL with the trainer! Thefirst date listed is for the mandatoryintroductory meeting, with trainingcontinuing through April 28th 2015.Remainder of class schedule will bediscussed at mandatory meeting.Mandatory first meeting March 26,2015, 6-8:30 pm.Course # DRV 1002.(2) $4993/26 - 4/28Marshalltown, Business & TechnologyCenter Room 205Instr: Randy GreyPage 18 Register online at www.IowaValley.com 641-752-4645

Driver Improvement ProgramThe Iowa Driver Improvement Program(DIP) is designed to examine one’sattitude(s) and behavior in relation todriving, rather than revisiting the “howto’s”of driving skills. The Iowa DriverImprovement Program is unique in thatit focuses on helping drivers understandhow their behind-the-wheel attitudesaffect their driving behavior. Most trafficaccidents are a result of a combination ofuncontrolled emotions, improperdecisions and bad habits. The programwill address basic “behind the wheel”attitudes. Its purpose is to giveparticipants an opportunity to look attheir driving behavior and make apersonal commitment to positively altertheir daily driving experience. This classis for someone who has either receivedthree moving traffic convictions during a12-month period, been convicted of aserious violation, or have been requiredto attend by order of a DriverImprovement Hearing Officer. The IowaDepartment of Transportation isauthorized to suspend the drivingprivileges of anyone who is a habitualviolator (Iowa Code Section 321.210 andDOT Administrative Rules Procedure615.43) or commits a serious violation.If you do not successfully complete theDriver Improvement Program, a notesuspending your driving privileges willbe sent to you. If you have more thanthree moving convictions within atwelve-month period, this class may notprevent suspension of your driverslicense and privileges. Please arrive by 8a.m. If you are late, you will be deniedentrance to the class. An additional $20is charged for rescheduling.Course # DRV 8000.(7) $1052/7 Sat. 8 am - 5 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 610Instr: Kenneth OwensCourse # DRV 8000.(8) $1054/11 Sat. 8 am - 5 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 610Instr: Janet MindeIowa ValleyContinuing Educationsalutes our teachers& students!THANK YOUfor choosing Iowa Valleyas you pursue your interestin lifelong learning.Driving Unimpaired (DUI)Iowa FallsThis is the course authorized by the stateof Iowa for drinking drivers. Eachparticipant will develop an individualrisk-reduction plan. This 12-hour classsatisfies Iowa drinking violation courtorders. Iowa Code requires the studentmust be 18 years of age to take thiscourse.Course # DRV 8100.(13) $1151/17 - 1/18 Sat. & Sun. 8 am - 3 pmCourse # DRV 8100.(14) $1152/21 - 2/22 Sat. & Sun. 8 am - 3 pmCourse # DRV 8100.(15) $1153/28 - 3/29 Sat. & Sun. 8 am - 3 pmCourse # DRV 8100.(16) $1154/18 - 4/19 Sat. & Sun. 8 am - 3 pmIowa Falls, ECC Reg Johnson Hall Room101Instr: Amee MillerDriving Unimpaired (DUI)MarshalltownThis is the course authorized by the stateof Iowa for drinking drivers. Eachparticipant will develop an individualrisk-reduction plan. This 12-hour classsatisfies Iowa drinking violation courtorders. Iowa Code requires the studentmust be 18 years of age to take thiscourse.Course # DRV 8200.(13) $1151/9 - 1/10 Fri. & Sat. 6 - 5 pmCourse # DRV 8200.(14) $1152/13 - 2/14 Fri. & Sat. 6 - 5 pmCourse # DRV 8200.(15) $1153/6 - 3/7 Fri. & Sat. 6 - 5 pmCourse # DRV 8200.(16) $1154/10 - 4/11 Fri. & Sat. 6 - 5 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 803Instr: Agapito AguilarDriving Unimpaired (DUI)Marshalltown - SpanishThis is the course authorized by the stateof Iowa for drinking drivers. Eachparticipant will develop an individualrisk-reduction plan. This 12-hour classsatisfies Iowa drinking violation courtorders. Iowa Code requires the studentmust be 18 years of age to take thiscourse.Course # DRV 8300.(7) $1151/16 - 1/17 Fri. & Sat. 6 - 5 pmCourse # DRV 8300.(8) $1153/27 - 3/28 Fri. & Sat. 6 - 5 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 803Instr: Agapito AguilarMoped SafetyThis class will teach moped drivers the“rules of the road” by being a safemoped operator. It is taught by acertified instructor and required ofanyone under 16 wanting a mopedlicense. Student needs to be a minimumof 14 years old or within 6 months priorto their 14th birth date.Course # DRV 1000.(7) $544/18 Sat. 9 am - 3:30 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 610Instr: Janet MindeCourse # DRV 1000.(8) $544/25 Sat. 9 am - 3:30 pmIowa Falls, ECC Reg Johnson Hall Room102Instr: Janet MindeEmergencyMedical ServicesEmergency MedicalTechnicianPACE/GAPEMT’s Provide basic,noninvasive interventions at the sceneand during transportation of patients tothe hospital. This class is 130+ hours ofclassroom instruction and 48+ hours ofclinical/Fieldexperience.Students will beresponsible forthe cost of abackgroundcheck and theNREMTtesting.Prerequisite:Must be at least17 years of age at time of enrollment andpossess a valid driver’s license.; CurrentCPR Healthcare Provider (AmericanHeart Association) or ProfessionalRescuer (American Red Cross) level isrequired prior to starting class.Course # EMS 3200.(4) $10752/9 Mon. 5:30 - 8:30 pmMarshalltown, MCC Room 605Instr: TBAEMS EvaluatorThis offering type is for EmergencyMedical Services evaluator training.Evaluators are used during practicaltesting for EMT certification. 2 FormalhoursCourse # EMS 2000.(3) $104/21 Tue. 7 - 9 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 803Instr: Joe FerrellDriving & Transportation/Emergency Medical Services641-752-4645 Register online at www.IowaValley.com Page 19

Emergency Medical Services/EnvironmentEMS Instructor UpdateThis offering type is for EMS endorsedinstructor update. Each EMS Instructormust attend an update within theircertification period. 2 Formal hours.Course # EMS 1000.(3) $104/14 Tue. 7 - 9 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 803Instr: Joe FerrellEnvironmentCommon Tree Health Threats& Growing Healthy ShadeTreesThere are a variety of disease and insectthreats that have the potential to impactthe health of many different tree speciesfound in Iowa. Participants will beintroduced to some of these commontree health threats, and will learn wayson how to promote healthy shade trees inthe landscape. Instructor Mark Vitoshhas been a District Forester with theIowa DNR Forestry Bureau since 2000in the eastern part of the state. He assistsprivate landowners and communities inmanaging their forest resources inJohnson, Linn, Iowa, Benton,Poweshiek, and Muscatine counties. Theclass is free but please pre-registerbefore class.Course # ENV 1021.(1)Free3/11 Wed. 6:30 - 8 pmGrinnell, Iowa Valley Grinnell LargeConference Room & KitchenInstr: Mark VitoshComposting 101Compost helps build organic matter,which enhances the biological activity insoil essential for nutrients to becomeavailable to roots. Its an essential part ofany organically managed lawn,landscape, and garden. But is yourcompost pile really composting? Whatmakes good compost? In this workshopyou will find out what you might bedoing wrong with your pile, whatconstitutes good compost, and simpleways to get better compost. Differentsystems for home composting, includingvermicomposting, and different uses forcompost will also be covered, includingcompost tea. You will see a hot compostpile in action and see actual systems ofcomposting on a working vegetablefarm.Course # ENV 1202.(2) $124/25 Sat. 4 - 5:30 pmGrinnell, Middle Way Farm, 3633 Hwy146Instr: Jordan ScheibelOrganic Pest ControlLearn how to control common insectpests in your vegetable garden andbeyond without resorting to syntheticchemicals. This class will not only coverorganic controls such as naturallyderived pesticides and physical barrierslike row covers, but also how toapproach pest control holisticallythrough crop rotation, improving soilhealth, and promotion of beneficialinsects and predators. Participants shouldbring specific questions and examplesfrom their own gardens and landscapes.Course # ENV 1100.(2) $121/12 Mon. 7 - 8:15 pmCourse # ENV 1100.(3) $122/9 Mon. 7 - 8:15 pmGrinnell, Iowa Valley Grinnell Room 209Instr: Jordan ScheibelPlan Your Ideal VegetableGardenEarly planning is key to a productive andgratifying vegetable garden but many ofus don’t take the time to make plantingdecisions until well into the spring. Takethe time this winter to plan for theupcoming season so you can get themost food and satisfaction out of yourgarden space. Topics covered willinclude how to ‘right-size’ your garden,choosing seeds and varieties that suityour needs and preferences, planning forsuccession planting, space saving, andcontinuous harvest, creating a schedulefor seed starting, and creating a gardenlayout with efficiency in mind. By thelast class participants will have created agarden layout and plan. This class isintended for both beginning andexperienced gardeners who would like totake a more systematic and productionfocused approach to home gardening.Course # ENV 3000.(1) $591/14 - 2/4 Wed. 6 - 8 pmGrinnell, Iowa Valley Grinnell LargeConference Room & KitchenInstr: Jordan ScheibelSeed StartingStarting your own vegetable, flower, andherb seeds is the best way to access thefull range of varieties that are availableon the market while avoiding the cost ofstore bought transplants.This hands onclass will give participants the chance tostart their own seeds and learn how tocare for them successfully.Course # ENV 3010.(1) $213/14 Sat. 3 - 5 pmGrinnell, Middle Way Farm, 3633 Hwy146Instr: Jordan ScheibelSmart Tools for The Farm &GardenGrowing fruits and vegetables is laborintensive,but it can be made even harderby not having the right tools at yourdisposal. Learn about ten effective,labor-saving, non-gimmick toolsdesigned for home gardens and smallscalecommercial fruit and vegetableproduction. Honest evaluations of eachtool will be provided as well asexamples of tools that didn’t work asintended. Class will includedemonstrations of smart tools on aworking vegetable farm and a chance forparticipants to try out the toolsthemselves. Tools covered will includehand tools as well as some small powerequipment. Information about suppliersand prices will also be provided. Whywork harder when you can worksmarter?Course # ENV 1300.(2) $124/11 Sat. 4 - 5 pmGrinnell, Middle Way Farm, 3633 Hwy146Instr: Jordan ScheibelStart Your Own Worm BinA worm bin is easy to start and simple tomaintain but requires some backgroundknowledge. In this hands-on workshop,create your own vermicomposting binfor home use and learn howvermicomposting works. All materialsand tools will be provided as part of thecourse fee, including a plastic tub,bedding material, and a discountedpound of vermicomposting worms.Instructions for care and harvest of thebin will be provided. You will be readyto start composting right away!Course # ENV 1201.(2) $494/15 Wed. 6 - 9 pmGrinnell, Iowa Valley Grinnell LargeConference Room & KitchenInstr: Jordan ScheibelInstructor needed to teachDependent Adult Abuse forMandatory Reporters, statecurriculum. Call 641-844-5623.Page 20 Register online at www.IowaValley.com 641-752-4645

The Green YardMakeoverThe Green Yard Makeover is a seriesof 5 classes co-taught by organicfarmer Jordan Scheibel and nativeplant restorationist Jim Kessler onhow to incorporate ecosystemlandscape gardening into your yard,regardless of where you live and howmuch space you have. Ecosystemlandscape gardening is a holisticapproach to landscaping thatincorporatesspace foryard as wellas nativehabitat, raingardens,vegetablegardens,ediblelandscaping,and wildedges. This type of landscapingprovides multiple benefits for soil,water, air, pollinators, insects, birds,wildlife and native plants, as well aspeople. The first class, Green YardMakeover, will introduce you to thebasic concepts of ecosystemlandscape gardening and theadaptable, all-in-one eco-stripgarden. The next four classes willcover a part of the green yardmakeover and eco-strip garden indepth,including water management,native plant landscaping, organicgardening and edible landscaping,and creating edge habitat. The firstclass, Green Yard Makeover, is freeif you register for all 5 classes.Beekeeping, AGR 4500.2If you are interested in gettingstarted in beekeeping, this is thecourse for you! The instructor is abeekeeper and in 6 weeks you'lllearn about topics such asdisease & pests, year aroundseasonal management, history,uses, and more.See page 4 for more information.The Green Yard MakeoverWhat does your lawn do? Is it just achore to mow and rake, or is it trulyfunctional and attractive for you and thenatural world? The Green YardMakeover will introduce ecosystemlandscape gardening, a holistic approachto landscaping that incorporates spacefor yard as well as native habitat, raingardens, vegetable gardens, ediblelandscaping, and wild edges. The focusof the class will be on the eco-stripgarden, a simple, low-cost, flexiblemodel for combining rainwaterharvesting, native landscaping, andorganic gardening in a seamless designmeant for rural and urban homeowners.Do it all: learn how you can conservewater, restore native plants andpollinator and songbird habitat, andproduce your own food organically bycreating integrated eco-strip gardens offof your home’s downspouts. Thisstraightforward, modular garden can beimplemented all at once or over thecourse of several years; it can be usedfor every downspout or just one.Complement the eco-strip garden bycreating low-maintenance, native yardedges that can include food plantings aswell as wildlife habitat. Cut down onyour grass lawn and add beauty, naturalvalue, wildlife, and food to yourlandscape. We’ll show you how. Thiscourse serves as an overview andintroduction to the in-depth workshopsWater, Native Plants, Food, and Borders.If you register for all 5 workshops in theseries, your registration for The GreenYard Makeover is free.Course # ENV 2000.(1) $92/5 Thur. 6:30 - 8:30 pmGrinnell, Iowa Valley Grinnell LearningStudio 209Instr: Jim KesslerWater: Making It Work forYouWater is the basis for all animal andplant life and it shapes our landscapes.Recent droughts and floods have shownus that too much or too little water canresult in huge problems for us and ourcommunities. What can we do with thewater that falls on our houses and yardsso that it doesn’t flood our basementsbut we are still able to use it? Makefriends with water by learning how tochannel it away from your house, absorbit into the soil, and nourish native andfood plants. This class will cover how todetermine how much water is falling onyour roof, designing and installingphysical rain water catchment systemssuch as rain barrels for irrigation, andcreating a rain garden swale to channeland absorb excess rainwater. The raingarden swale forms the basis for the ecostripgarden, which also includes nativelandscaping and an organic food garden.The eco-strip garden goes beyond thetraditional rain garden by incorporatingelements of both native landscaping andorganic gardening. This workshop willlead directly into the next workshop,Native Plants: For Pollinators, Birds andYou on Feb. 19.Course # ENV 2001.(1) $182/19 Thur. 6:30 - 8:30 pmGrinnell, Iowa Valley Grinnell Room 209Instr: Jordan ScheibelNative Plants: ForPollinators, Birds, & YouA lawn may look green, but it’s a desertfor birds, insects, and pollinators. Thenon-native plants that dominate ourlandscape can’t nourish our nativewildlife, and we are seeing alarmingdeclines in our native insect, songbird,butterfly, and pollinator populations. Thekey is to bring native plants back to ourlandscapes. In the ecosystem landscapegarden, native plants serve multiplefunctions: water infiltration, pollination,wildlife habitat, and pest control.Building off of Water: Making It WorkFor You, this workshop will introduceyou to the diversity of plants native toour bioregion and how to incorporatethem into the rain garden swale as wellas the drier edges surrounding the swaleto create a varied native landscape.Focus will be on selecting the rightplanting method and type of plants foryour site and your location in Iowa toensure the success of your planting.Course # ENV 2002.(1) $183/5 Thur. 6:30 - 8:30 pmGrinnell, Iowa Valley Grinnell LargeConference Room & KitchenInstr: Jim KesslerEnvironment641-752-4645 Register online at www.IowaValley.com Page 21

Environment/Families & RelationshipsFood: Gardening With NatureThe backyard garden can produce a lotof food in a little space, but watering,weeds, and pests can take a toll on theorganic garden and the gardener. Usingthe eco-strip garden design as part of thegreen yard makeover, you will learn howto integrate your backyard garden into aseamless design with the rain gardenswale and rain barrel to collect and holdmoisture and the pollinator and butterflygarden to provide habitat for beneficialinsects. Native landscaping can beincorporated right into the vegetablegarden itself using the strip concept. Thepresence of beneficial insects will cutdown significantly on pest pressure,making organic gardening easier andmore rewarding. This integrated pestmanagement approach focuses on usingnative plants and beneficial insectpredators and parasites as a substitute forpesticides, including natural pesticides.Class will also cover mulching strategiesto cut down on weeds and composting tobuild soil using materials available inyour yard, helping to tie the whole greenyard concept together. In addition to theannual vegetable garden, we’ll touch onintegrating small perennials into theoverall plan. If you want to learn a moreholistic way to grow food, the eco-stripgarden is for you.Course # ENV 2003.(1) $183/19 Thur. 6:30 - 8:30 pmGrinnell, Iowa Valley Grinnell LargeConference Room & KitchenInstr: Jordan ScheibelEdges: Using Woody Nativeson Yard BoundariesIn ecosystems, the edges betweenhabitats are sometimes the mostimportant for wildlife and have the mostdiversity. Whether you live in town or onan acreage, the edges of your propertycan be hosts for native shrubs and treesthat provide cover and food for nativewildlife as well as making functionalprivacy screens and windbreaks for yourhome. Native shrubs and trees are muchbetter suited long-term to our climateand soils than evergreens, which tend todie out after a few decades. Many nativeshrubs and trees are also edibles, andnon-native fruit trees can be integratedinto a perennial native border. Learnhow the edges of your yard can beintegrated into your total green yard andcomplement your eco-strip garden closerto the home.Course # ENV 2004.(1) $184/2 Thur. 6:30 - 8:30 pmGrinnell, Iowa Valley Grinnell LargeConference Room & KitchenInstr: Jim KesslerWild Edible Plant WalkEver wondered how to identify and useedible plants? Learn about some of themore common edible and useful plantsin central Iowa during this guided tour ofArbor Lake Park in Grinnell. In additionto learning about their edible qualities,many plants have fascinating natural andhuman histories. Copies of Wild EdiblePlants in the Grinnell Area, published byGrinnell College’s Center for PrairieStudies and written by instructor JordanScheibel, will be available to eachparticipant. Meet at the parking lot onthe north end of Arbor Lake, at the westend of Washington Ave. The tour willfollow the walking path that circles thelake while Jordan points out and samplesplants along the way. Questions andother’s experiences with wild edibleplants are welcome. Participants shoulddress for the weather and be prepared towalk approximately a mile along amostly level paved and dirt trail.Participants may choose to bring along asmall bag for taking samples with them.In case of heavy rain or thunderstorms,class will be held at the Iowa ValleyGrinnell campus, 123 6th Ave West.Course # ENV 2220.(4) $124/6 Mon. 6 - 7:30 pmGrinnell, Arbor Lake Park, Room:Washington Ave EntranceInstr: Jordan ScheibelFamilies &RelationshipsChildren in the Middle - IowaFallsChanges in family structure throughdissolution of marriage, custodymodification,remarriage,etc., aredifficultexperiencesfor a child.Children inthe Middle isa four-hour, court-ordered seminarproviding education and affirmation forparents, with the primary focus onchildren’s needs. Topics include:parenting skills for divorcing parents,child’s needs and survival techniques,health versus problematic reactions ofmost kids, age specific needs of yourchildren, and identifying how your childfeels.Course # FAM 1000.(7) $452/12 Thur. 6 - 10 pmCourse # FAM 1000.(8) $454/9 Thur. 6 - 10 pmIowa Falls, ECC Bullock Jones HallCriminal Justice ClassroomInstr: TBAJoin Iowa Valley ContinuingEducation on Faceook!Join Iowa Valley Continuing Education Facebook page!- Keep up to date with lists of new courses and training programs offered.- Join discussions on topics you’re interested in or start your own.- Browse our page for news articles, photos, and events.- See what others are saying and also share your experiences!Page 22 Register online at www.IowaValley.com 641-752-4645

Children in the Middle -MarshalltownChanges in family structure throughdissolution of marriage, custodymodification,remarriage, etc.,are difficultexperiences for achild. Children inthe Middle is afour-hour, court-ordered seminarproviding education and affirmation forparents, with the primary focus onchildren’s needs. Topics include:parenting skills for divorcing parents,child’s needs and survival techniques,health versus problematic reactions ofmost kids, age specific needs of yourchildren, and identifying how your childfeels.Course # FAM 2000.(13) $451/17 Sat. 8:30 am - 12:30 pmCourse # FAM 2000.(14) $452/14 Sat. 8:30 am - 12:30 pmCourse # FAM 2000.(15) $453/7 Sat. 8:30 am - 12:30 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 610Instr: Lauren SeveridtCourse # FAM 2000.(16) $454/11 Sat. 8:30 am - 12:30 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 805Instr: Lauren SeveridtEdges of TruthThe Mary WeaverStory. Hear firsthandMary’sincredible storyabout beingconvicted ofmurder andsentenced to life injail, and how that conviction was lateroverturned. Mary Weaver of SteamboatRock maintains that “The Edges ofTruth: The Mary Weaver Story” is reallyGod’s story. You’ll be amazed andinspired. Mary’s book “Edges of Truth”will be available for sale and signing atthis program.Course # FAM 5000.(1)Free2/10 Tue. 6 - 7 pmIowa Falls, ECC Gentle Student CenterFormal Dining RoomInstr: Mary WeaverLike Iowa Valley ContinuingEducation on Facebook ®IOWA VALLEYlcontinuing educationHow To Talk So Kids WillListenHave you ever muttered "There has to bea better way?!" Come add more tools toyour child-raising toolbox. Read,practice & discuss: Dealing with allfeelings. Limiting certain actions;Discipline ideas; Engage a child'scooperation; Encourageautonomy/independence; Praise & selfesteem;Freechildrenfromplayingroles(bully, crybaby,thenice kid,the athletic kid . . .) This class is basedon books, by Adele Faber & ElaineMazlish. Acquire following books onlineor at any bookstore before class – "HowTo Talk So Kids Listen and Listen SoKids Will Talk," and "LiberatedParents/Liberated Children." Instructorwill have $12 required workbookavailable for purchase at the first class.Attend a free preview Wednesday, Jan.14 in IVCE room 805 at 9 am, 1 pm, or7 pm.Course # FAM 3000.(6) $491/26 - 3/9 Mon. 9 - 11 amCourse # FAM 3000.(7) $491/26 - 3/9 Mon. 1 - 3 pmCourse # FAM 3000.(8) $491/26 - 3/9 Mon. 7 - 9 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 801Instr: Sheri LarsenREAL ParentingParenting responsibilities carry bothopportunities and obstacles. This funinteractive class will help youunderstand how you perceive things,communicate, and learn which may bedifferent than your child(ren). The firstpart of class is the REAL Colorsassessment to help you understandyourself and learn how others think andprocess information. This will help youimprove communication and understandwhy your child(ren) react the way theydo. In parenting, you are dealing with afoundation to improve relationshipsthrough understanding the needs ofothers which will enrich all your lives.Price includes REAL Colors assessmentbooks. Registration/payment deadline is3-24-15.Course # FAM 0003.(1) $293/31 Tue. 6 - 9 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 803Instr: Jean BrownlieREAL RelationshipsThis fun interactive class will help youunderstand how you as well as othersperceive things, communicate, and learnin different ways. The first part is theREAL Colors assessment which willhelp you understand human behavior,reduce stress, and improvecommunication in your relationships. Itis a foundation used to improverelationships by understanding thedelicate balance created between twopeople, respecting one another’sstrengths and liabilities. Price includesREAL Colors assessment book. Theregistration/payment deadline is 3-3-15.Course # FAM 0002.(1) $293/10 Tue. 6 - 9 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 803Instr: Jean BrownlieFoodsExplorations into Gluten-freeBakingGiving up familiar baked goods whenyou’re trying to avoid gluten (a proteinfound in wheat, rye and barley) can betough. In 2 class sessions, bakingwithout wheat flour will be discussedand demonstrated. Gluten-free pastryand quick breads will be the focus of the1st class. We’ll mix up a typical glutenfreerice flour blend that can besubstituted for wheat flour in somerecipes. Students will take home some ofthe blend. We’ll also discuss baking withmore unusual flours, like teff, sorghumand nut flours, and taste some samples.The 2nd class will concentrate on yeastbreads. We’ll mix and bake (andsample!) yeast rolls, and talk aboutspecific challenges in replacing thegluten that gives good yeast bread itstexture and flavor. Instructor LauraEngel has been an avid amateur bakerfor over 25 years. She lives in Newtonand sold bread at the farmers marketthere in the late 90’s. She baked forcustomers privately throughout the year,stopping when she had a baby, butalways continued baking for friends andfamily. Lately she’s become interested inexperimenting with gluten-free baking.She has a brand new website and blog(CeresBakedGoods.com) where shediscusses traditional and gluten-freebaking, and offers items for sale. Herhusband and teenage son are her officialtaste-testers.Course # FDS 1060.(1) $293/3 - 3/10 Tue. 6 - 7:30 pmGrinnell, Iowa Valley Grinnell LargeConference Room & KitchenInstr: Laura EngelFamilies & Relationships/Foods641-752-4645 Register online at www.IowaValley.com Page 23

Foods/Health & Human Service ProfessionalsNew Fabulous Fudge forGifts & GoodiesTo cook or not to cook - that is thequestion! Join Sandy McAntire ofShoestring Garden All Iowa CreativeBoutique and Coffee House for a tastyevening of sharing and preparing (withmilk). Create two of the most popularfudge recipes (one with no cookinginvolved) and learn a great technique forelegant presentation for gift giving. Gohome with your own sweet treats. Wewon’t tell if you don’t want to share!Please register by January 30. Bring $15at the time of the class payable to theinstructor to cover materials.Course # FDS 1300.(1) $102/6 Fri. 6 - 8 pmToledo, Shoestring Garden, 205 Hwy 30WInstr: Sandra McAntireHome Brewing 101Want to learn how to brew? Join us forBeer Brewing 101. We will cover how tobrew at home using kits from a brewstore and all the equipment you willneed. The first session we will discusspurchasing a kit, basic terminology andstyles of beer, as well as brewingequipment sanitation. Some samples willbe provided and we’ll brew a batch ofbeer. The second session will take placesix weeks later. We will discuss how totell when your beer is done and theneveryone will help bottle the beer, whichyou will then get to take home with you.Please bring $10 payable to theinstructor (cash or check) for supplies tothe first class. Kyle Jaeger grew up inGrinnell and attended Wartburg College.While studying in Denver, Colorado,Kyle brewed his first batch of beer withan acquaintance and several otherstudents. In 2012, Kyle started brewingregularly. He has won third place in theGuttenberg German Fest BrewersCompetition against 16 other entries andis currently working on developing someof his own recipes. Class will be held onFeb. 21 from 1 to 4 pm and April 4 from5:30 to 7:30 pm.Course # FDS 1070.(1) $452/21 - 4/4 See Above for TimesGrinnell, Iowa Valley Grinnell LargeConference Room & KitchenInstr: Kyle JaegerHow to Make KombuchaKombucha tea is a fermented drinkoriginating in Asia made by introducinga living culture into tea sweetened withsugar. The result is a carbonated, slightlyacidic drink known for its unique taste,probiotic qualities, and potential healthbenefits. In recent years, commerciallyproduced kombucha has become apopular product sold in grocery stores.Why buy it when you can easily make ityourself. This one session class will giveyou information about the origin andbiology of kombucha while walking youthrough the process of making your ownkombucha tea, including ideas forcreating flavors just like the brands soldcommercially. Several flavors ofkombucha will be available during classto sample. Learn how to ensure thesafety of your batch and deal withproblems that may arise while brewing.It will be a useful class for bothbeginning kombucha brewers and thosewho have already tried brewingkombucha but would like to becomemore knowledgeable. Participants havethe option of receiving their ownkombucha culture, starter tea, andinstructions to begin brewing at homefor additional an $5, payable cash orcheck to the instructor.Course # FDS 1053.(2) $153/25 Wed. 7 - 8 pmGrinnell, Iowa Valley Grinnell LargeConference Room & KitchenInstr: Jordan ScheibelMake Your Own SauerkrautFermenting your own delicioussauerkraut is easier than you think.Learn how to turn raw cabbage and othervegetables into homemade sauerkrautwith simple lacto-fermentation.Participants will use locally growncabbage to make their own kraut to bringhome for fermenting. Participants shouldbring a wide mouth mason jar or similarsize glass, plastic, or food-grade ceramiccontainer to hold their kraut. Make sureyou can fit your hand inside whatevercontainer you bring!Course # FDS 1052.(2) $181/26 Mon. 6 - 7:30 pmGrinnell, Iowa Valley Grinnell LargeConference Room & KitchenInstr: Jordan ScheibelHealth & HumanServiceProfessionalsBLS for Healthcare ProvidersThis course is for healthcareprofessionals who need CPRcertification, as well as other lifesavingskills, in a wide variety of in-hospitaland out-of-hospital settings. To receiveyour CPR certification 100% attendanceis required and successful completion ofclassroom test and skills.Course # HEP 0002.(16) $692/3 Tue. 1 - 5 pmCourse # HEP 0002.(20) $691/6 Tue. 8 am - NoonCourse # HEP 0002.(21) $691/6 Tue. 1 - 5 pmCourse # HEP 0002.(22) $693/3 Tue. 1 - 5 pmCourse # HEP 0002.(23) $694/7 Tue. 1 - 5 pmMarshalltown, MCC Room 605Instr: Diane RoumBLS for Healthcare Providers- Skills TestThis course from the American HeartAssociation has been updated to reflectnew science based on the 2010 AHAGuidelines for CPR initial or renewal.Students will learn single-rescuer andteam basic life support for adults,children and infants through exercises,scenarios and a written test. The firstpart of the course is online atwww.onlineaha.org. Under the courseCatalog tab select “BLS for HealthcareProviders Online part 1”. Complete theonline course prior to class and printyour certificate. You need to bring youronline class certificate with you to theskills session.Course # HEP 0003.(16) $392/3 Tue. 5 - 7 pmCourse # HEP 0003.(18) $391/6 Tue. 5 - 7 pmCourse # HEP 0003.(19) $393/3 Tue. 5 - 7 pmCourse # HEP 0003.(20) $394/7 Tue. 5 - 7 pmMarshalltown, MCC Room 605Instr: Diane RoumRegister for anyEdVenture course at www.IowaValley.comPage 24 Register online at www.IowaValley.com 641-752-4645

Cardiac DysrhythmiasLearn to identify normal PR interval,QRS and QT interval, interpret 22dysrhythmias and discuss the patientassessment with each dysrhythmia.Describe current treatment protocols foreach dysrhythmia, medication use andside effects. Approved for nurses,advanced EMS, respiratory care. Mustattend all sessions for CEU credit. Bringcalipers to class. Registration/paymentdeadline is 1-5-15. This class location isIowa Falls.Course # HEP 3102.(6) $1891/13 - 2/10 Tue. 8:15 - 11:45 amIowa Falls, ECC Reg Johnson Hall Room105Instr: Mary PotratzChild Abuse for MandatoryReportersThis course is approved by the statereview panel for mandatory reporters ofchild abuse. You will be better preparedto identify and report suspected childabuse. This is a required course formandatory reporters once every 5 yearsand within 6 months of employment.Students need to be checked in prior tostart of class and ready to learn promptlyat start time in order to meet the staterequirements. Registration/paymentdeadline is 1-5-15 or 4-15-15.Course # HEP 8000.(11) $251/7 Wed. 9 - 11:30 amCourse # HEP 8000.(12) $254/22 Wed. 6 - 8:30 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 608Instr: Varied InstructorsDependent Adult Abuse forMandatory ReportersThis course has been approved by theAbuse Education Review Panel. As amandatory reporter you will becomebetter prepared to identify and reportsuspected dependent adult abuse. This isa required course for mandatoryreporters once every 5 years and within6 months of employment. Register andpay by 1-5-15.Course # HEP 8010.(17) $251/7 Wed. 12:30 - 3:30 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 608Instr: Helen McKayHeartsaver CPR / AEDThis course from the American HeartAssociation is designed for anyone, withno medical training, to perform CPR anduse an AED. This course includesprocedures for adults, children andinfants according to AHA guidelines. Acompletion card will be issued. Toreceive your CPR certification 100%attendance is required and successfulcompletion of skills test.Course # HEP 0006.(12) $691/20 Tue. 1 - 5 pmCourse # HEP 0006.(13) $692/17 Tue. 1 - 5 pmCourse # HEP 0006.(14) $693/24 Tue. 1 - 5 pmCourse # HEP 0006.(15) $694/21 Tue. 1 - 5 pmMarshalltown, MCC Room 605Instr: Diane RoumHeartsaver CPR/AED/FirstAidDesigned for Daycare providers, fosterparents or anyone with no medicaltraining to recognize emergencies andgive first aid, perform CPR, and useAED prior to the arrival of emergencyproviders. Course includes proceduresfor adults, children and infants accordingto American Heart Associationguidelines.Course # HEP 0004.(17) $801/20 Tues 9 am - 5 pmCourse # HEP 0004.(18) $802/17 Tues 9 am - 5 pmCourse # HEP 0004.(19) $803/24 Tues 9 am - 5 pmCourse # HEP 0004.(20) $804/21 Tues 9 am - 5 pmMarshalltown, MCC Room 605Instr: Diane RoumHeartsaver CPR/AED/FirstAid - Skills testThis course from the American HeartAssociation is designed for anyone, withno medical training, to recognizeemergencies and give first aid, performCPR, usean AED,and reliefof chokingprior tothe arrivalofemergencyproviders.Thiscourseincludesproceduresfor adults,childrenand infants according to AHAguidelines. The first part of the course isonline at www.onlineaha.org. Under thecourse Catalog tab select “HeartsaverFirst Aid/CPR/AED Online part 1”.Complete the online course prior to classand print your certificate. You need tobring your online class certificate withyou to the skills session.Course # HEP 0005.(13) $401/20 Tue. 5 - 6 pmHealth & Human Service ProfessionalsCourse # HEP 0005.(14) $402/17 Tue. 5 - 6 pmCourse # HEP 0005.(15) $403/24 Tue. 5 - 6 pmCourse # HEP 0005.(16) $404/21 Tue. 5 - 6 pmMarshalltown, MCC Room 605Instr: Diane Roum641-752-4645 Register online at www.IowaValley.com Page 25

Health & Human Service ProfessionalsHospice: A Special Kind ofCaringThis course will provide in depthinformation that will help the nurse andother health care professionals to betterunderstand the dying patient and family.You will: Define the philosophy ofHospice; Identify the referral andadmission process; Discuss the patientneeds that can be met throughinpatient/respite care; Develop apersonal awareness of death; Identify theroles of the Hospice Team Members andhow they work with the health careteam; Discuss family dynamics and howthis influences the dying patient, the caregivers, and the family; Identify painmanagement and symptom controltechniques used with the hospice patient;Discuss how spirituality influences thedying patient and family; Discuss thebereavement process and identify thebereavement services and resources thatare available. Nurses1.2 CEUs with100% attendance and the $10 CEU fee.Register by phone with Iowa RiverHospice at 641-753-7704.Course # HEP 3130.(4) $104/7 - 5/5 Tue. 6 - 9 pmMarshalltown, Iowa River Hospice, 502Plaza Heights RdInstr: Varied InstructorsInfection Control & OSHARegulations for the DentalPracticeThe objectives of this course are toexplain the CDC’s IA, IB and ICguidelines and recommendations anddiscuss how dental practices in Iowa canmaintain compliance with the law toprovide a safe environment for patientsand employees. You will also understandthe OSHA regulations and how theyapply to the dental practice. With 100%attendance this course is approved by theIowa Board of Dental Examiners for 3hours continuing education credit.Registration deadline is 4-8-15.Course # HEP 5001.(2) $454/15 Wed. 9 am - NoonMarshalltown, IVCE Room 808Instr: Carrie McKnightAvoid DisappointmentSadly we have to cancel some course offeringsbecause of low enrollment, only to find out theday of the first class that several of you intendedto enroll. Please help us in offering more coursesby registering early (one week prior to coursestart date unless noted otherwise) so we won’thave to disappoint you.Infectious Diseases inToday’s World Traveler forthe Dental ProfessionalIn this course you will discuss theclinical and historical features ofinfectious diseases that may betransmitted when a patient has traveledabroad. The objectives of this course areto review the principles of obtaining athorough health history, to reviewprinciples of a head and neckexamination and provide a systematicapproach in performing the head andneck examination. The course willemphasize the systemic as well as theoral findings of both common and rareinfectious diseases that your dentalpatients may have been exposed to orcould be carrying. Submitted to the IowaDental Board for continuing educationapproval. Register and pay by 4-8-15.Course # HEP 5003.(1) $394/15 Wed. 1 - 4 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 808Instr: Dr. Sherry Timmons, DDSIntroduction to EyeMovement Desensitization &Reprocessing (EMDR)Eye Movement Desensitization andReprocessing (EMDR) is an evidencebased,integrative psychotherapy that hasbeen extensively researched and proveneffective for the treatment of trauma. Asa client-centered approach, EMDRclinicians facilitate the mobilization ofthe client’s own healing mechanisms bystimulating the brain’s informationprocessing system. EMDR therapy hashelped millions of people of all agesaround the world relieve many types ofpsychological stress. This 3 hourworkshop will cover the definition,theoretical model, and treatment phasesthrough lecture, video and caseexamples. Social workers, mental healththerapists/counselors, marriage andfamily therapists will receive 3 hourscontinuing education credit and nurses0.30 CEUs. Register and pay by 2-4-15.Course # HEP 3204.(1) $402/11 Wed. 1 - 4 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 608Instr: Bonnie MikelsonLegal Aspects ofDocumentation in HealthcareThis class is designed to provide nursesand other health care professionals withinformation on legal risks pertaining topoor documentation, legal sources ofrisk, charting defensively, and techniquesto minimize liability. Ms. Lynn Boes hasbeen a RN for 34 years and has practicedin a variety of health care settings. She isalso an Attorney with Davis, Brown,Koehn, Shors and Roberts, P.C. in DesMoines. Ms. Boes’s expert knowledge innursing and law will provide you withexcellent information you can utilize inyour documentation of your nursing andhealth care. She will also examine stepsyou can take to protect yourself againstlicensing issues with an impairedpractitioner. The registration/paymentdeadline is 1-26-15.Course # HEP 3203.(1) $352/2 Mon. 9 - 11:30 amMarshalltown, Iowa Veterans HomeWhitehill AuditoriumInstr: Judith BoesChildren in the MiddleHelping children cope with divorce.“Children in the Middle” is a four-hourclass providing education andaffirmation for parents, with theprimary focus on children’sneeds, at all ages.Topics include:• Parenting skills for divorcing parents• Child’s needs/survival techniques• Healthy vs. problematic reactions• Age specific needs of your children• Identifying how your child feelsTo better serve our customersIowa Falls classes will be heldThursday evenings and Marshalltownclasses will be held on Saturdays.For more information contactDeb Sabin at 641-648-8621 oremail Deb.Sabin@iavalley.eduRegister online atwww.IowaValley.comPage 26 Register online at www.IowaValley.com 641-752-4645

Management of theCritically Ill Patient:Body Systems andDisease Processes, anIn Depth Review forHealth Care ProvidersThis course is divided into modulesfor health care professionals such asnurses, paramedics, paramedicspecialists, EMTs, and respiratorytherapists caring for patients insettings such as emergencydepartments, critical care units,medical/surgical units and homecare. The best instructors in Iowateach the modules and provideextensive handouts, up-to-dateinformation and CEUs/CEHs.Register and pay eight days prior toeach class.Cardiac DysrhythmiasLearn to identify normal PR interval,QRS and QT interval, interpret 22dysrhythmias and discuss the patientassessment with each dysrhythmia.Describe current treatment protocols foreachdysrhythmia,medicationuse and sideeffects.Approved fornurses,advanced EMS, respiratory care. Mustattend all sessions for CEU credit. Bringcalipers to class. Registration/paymentdeadline is 1-5-15.Course # HEP 3102.(5) $1891/13 - 2/10 Tue. 8:15 - 11:45 amMarshalltown, IVCE Room 806Instr: Mary PotratzMyocardial InfarctionDiscuss the etiology, clinical picture andmedical care of the patient with an acuteMI. Case studies will be used to discussthe management of a patient with a MIfrom the prehospital setting throughhome care. Approved for nurses, EMS,respiratory therapists. Nurses 0.35CEUs. Register/pay by 1-5-15.Course # HEP 3105.(2) $401/13 Tue. 12:45 - 4:15 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 806Instr: Tracy ShawValve Disease & PericarditisDiscuss the etiology, clinical picture,nursing and medical management for apatient with valve disease and/orpericarditis. Discuss the emergent careneeded for the patient with hypertensivecrisis. Approved for nurses, EMS,respiratory therapists. Nurses 0.35CEUs. Register/pay by 1-12-15.Course # HEP 3107.(2) $401/20 Tue. 12:45 - 4:15 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 806Instr: Mary PotratzCongestive Heart FailureLearn about the etiology, clinical picture,nursing and medical management of thepatient with congestive heart failure.Describe the three general types ofcardiomyopathy and the nursing carerequired for each type. Approved fornurses, advanced EMS, respiratory care.Nurses 0.35 CEUs. Register/pay by 1-19-15.Course # HEP 3106.(2) $401/27 Tue. 12:45 - 4:15 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 806Instr: Tracy ShawPacemakersDiscuss selected modes of temporaryand permanent pacing. Analysis ofrhythm strips and care of the patient witha temporary or permanent pacemaker isincluded. Approved for nurses, EMS,0.35 CEUs. Register/pay by 1-26-15.Course # HEP 3108.(2) $402/3 Tue. 12:45 - 4:15 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 806Instr: Mary PotratzShockDiscuss the pathophysiology,compensatory mechanisms, assessmentfindings, nursing and medicalmanagement for the following types ofshock; hypovolemic, cardiogenic, septic,neurogenic, and anaphylactic. You willalso be able to correlate the assessmentfindings in shock with the stage of shockand discuss the nursing and medicalmanagement for all types of shock.Approved for nurses, advanced EMS,respiratory care. 0.70 CEUs.Register/pay by 2-9-15.Course # HEP 3109.(3) $752/17 Tue. 8:15 am - 4:15 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 806Instr: Tracy ShawAll Iowa Valley facilities are accessibleIf you need special accommodations for a class or event,please let us know when you register.HemodynamicsDiscuss the indications, nursing care andcomplications from a central venouscatheter, arterial line and pulmonaryartery catheter. Describe the steps introubleshooting hemodynamic lines andcorrelate abnormal hemodynamic valueswith the clinical picture of the patient.You will also identify waveforms fromall types of hemodynamic lines.Approved for nurses, respiratory care.0.7 CEUs. Register/pay by 2-16-15.Course # HEP 3110.(2) $752/24 Tue. 8:15 am - 4:15 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 806Instr: Mary PotratzAcute 12 Lead EKG ChangesState the normals for each of the 12leads and describe the interpretation ofacute ischemic changes on the ECG.This information has been covered in the2 day advanced 12 lead EKG class thatwas held March 3 and 10, 2015.Approved for nurses and EMS for 0.35CEUs. Register/pay by 3-12-15.Course # HEP 3113.(3) $403/24 Tue. 8:15 - 11:45 amMarshalltown, IVCE Room 806Instr: Mary PotratzAdvanced 12 Lead EKG (2Days)This 2 day course teaches you to identifyelectrode placement and normalconfiguration for each of the 12 leads,determine the electrical axis on a 12 leadEKG, interpret the changes of ischemia,injury and necrosis on the 12 lead EKG,differentiate right and left bundle branchblocks, discuss the cirteria for diagnosisof arterial tachycardias, describe theclues used to determine aberration fromventricular tachycardia, discuss theetiology, clinical picture, and treatmentfor a patient with Torsades de Points,identify the characteristics of EKGchanges for MI, hemiblocks andhemiblocks with bundle branch blocks,A-V dissociation and SA blocks, discussthe criteria for the diagnosis of WPW,parasystole and hypertrophy, anddescribe the effects of drugs andelectrolyte disturbances on the EKG.Extensive handouts will be used.Approved for nurses, and EMS, youmust attend both days to get 1.4 CEUsfor this course. Register/pay by 2-23-15.Course # HEP 3115.(3) $1503/3 - 3/10 Tue. 8:15 am - 4:15 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 806Instr: Mary PotratzHealth & Human Service Professionals641-752-4645 Register online at www.IowaValley.com Page 27

Health & Human Service ProfessionalsPediatric Assessment/AirwayManagementLearn the differences in anatomy andphysiology of the infant, child and adultpatient, differentiate the response of theill or injured infant or child from that ofthe adult, identify assessment techniquesunique to the pediatric population,describe airway management of thepediatric patient, identify varying waysto determine if a child is in respiratorydistress, and define the differencesbetween respiratory distress andrespiratory failure. Nurses 0.35 CEUs.Register/pay by 3-23-15.Course # HEP 3116.(2) $403/31 Tue. 8:15 - 11:45 amMarshalltown, IVCE Room 806Instr: Reylon MeeksPediatric EmergenciesExplain the unique anatomical featuresof children that predispose them tospecific illnesses and injuries, integrateassessment and management techniquesfor the pediatric patient involvingnumerous medical, respiratory, andtrauma emergencies, discuss the uniqueinjuriesseen in thepediatrictraumapatient, listthe signsandsymptomsof shock inthe infantand youngchild,discussimplications for the healthcare providerwhen dealing with a child with analtered glascow coma scale, state theusual causes of cardiac arrest in infants,and children versus adults, list commoncauses of seizures in the infant and childpatient. Nurses 0.35 CEUs. Register/payby 3-23-15.Course # HEP 3117.(2) $403/31 Tue. 12:45 - 4:15 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 806Instr: Reylon MeeksMDS Submissions, CASPERReporting System, & CaseMix Report TrainingThis workshop will provide the mostrecent information on the use andimplementation MDS data transmissionand reports on QIES systems. Anychanges that have been made to theMDS will be presented in this training.You will learn about- User IDs andPasswords, overview of the QIESAutomation/Submission Process forMDS, access MDS CASPER Reportsand Validation Reports, understandingValidation Report Warnings and Errors,corrections and deletions, discuss CaseMix Reports, identify resources and ifapplicable, CMS updates. The targetaudience includes nursing facility staffresponsible for MDS implementationand MDS automation/data transmission.Register and pay by 1-7-15. Nurses willbe awarded 0.20 CEUs.Course # HEP 3135.(3) $251/14 Wed. 1 - 3:15 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 806Instr: Tim KufnerOASIS-C1 Submissions &CASPER Reporting SystemTrainingThis workshop will provide the mostrecent information on the use andimplementation of OASIS datatransmission and reports on QIESsystems. Learn about QIES Automationprocess, access to validation reports,completing OASIS correction activity,access OASIS CASPER Reports,recognize new OASIS technical updates,recognize new CASPER updates andidentify resources/CMS updates. Theaudience includes home health agencystaff responsible for OASIS automation/data transmission. Those who submitOASIS data and want a refresher andinformation about the new process areencouraged to attend. Nurse CEUs 0.20.Register and pay by 1-14-15.Course # HEP 3136.(1) $251/21 Wed. 1 - 3:15 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 806Instr: Tim KufnerInfection Control fortheDental PracticePlay TherapyThis series of classes on PlayTherapy are designed for the socialworker, mental health counselor,marriage and family therapist, schoolpsych professionals and all licensedmental health professionals. Theclasses are taught by Dr. PatriciaGilbaugh, Ph.D., LISW, RPT-S,Executive Director, Founder, andFamily Therapist, and will providecontinuing education credit throughthe Association of Play Therapy. Youwill have a 30 minute lunch break onyour own at each class. See moredetails, required text and materials,and pre-requisites for the classes athttp://www.iavalley.edu/ivce/certification/health_education.html.Play Therapy: Introduction toNon-Directive Play TherapyThis course will present the use of playas a therapeutic modality and offer anintroductory level of understanding toplay therapy. The history of the use ofplay therapy will be explored. Inaddition, the theoretical client-centeredapproach to play therapy will beemphasized in the course along with theapplication of this approach to cases willbe discussed. There will be emphasisplaced on the role of the therapeuticrelationship and the process of playtherapy. You will need to bring therequired texts to class with you:Landreth, Gary (2012). Play Therapy:The Art of the Relationship. Routledge:New York. ISBN: ISBN-13: 978-0415886819 and Axline, V. (1986). Dibs:In Search of Self. Random House: NewYork. You will have a 30 minute lunchbreak on your own.Objectives: 1.Participants will begin to develop anunderstanding regarding how the role ofplay is therapeutic in working primarilywith children. 2. Brief history of playtherapy will be learned from its originsand evolution of play therapy to where itis today. 3. Begin to developunderstanding of non-directive playtherapy technique and the general use ofit in play therapy sessions. 4.Participants will gain knowledge ofethical standards in practicing in the areaof play therapy. Register and pay by 1-15-15. Class will meet on Thurs. from 8am-4:30 pm and Fri. from 8 am-3:30pm.Course # HEP 3220.(2) $2951/22 - 1/23 Thur. & Fri. 8 am - 3:30 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 614Instr: Patricia GilbaughSee page 26Page 28 Register online at www.IowaValley.com 641-752-4645

Play Therapy: DiagnosingChildhood DisordersThrough Play TherapyThis course instructs students how to useplay therapy techniques and thefoundational principals of non-directiveplay therapy to diagnose childhooddisorders. This course also assistsstudents in building a resource libraryfor assessment tools and behavioralanalysis. Ethical guidelines aboutlabeling children with a mental healthdisorder are discussed in depth. Tips forworking with parents and team decisionmaking are included in the instruction.Objectives: 1. Participants will be able toapply DSM V criteria to diagnosingcommon childhood disorders, includingAustim Spectrum Disorder, AnxietyDisorders, Childhood Depression,Attention Deficit and HyperactivityDisorder, Tourette’s Disorder, PostTraumatic Stress Disorder, and more. 2.Participants will be able to applybehavioral analysis and play therapyskills to observing child-parentinteractions, play language and behavior,affect, motor skills, and developmentalstages.3. Participants will understand theimportance of differential diagnosis, andcan identify three reasons for referring achild out for a more specialized clinicalor medical opinion. 4. Participants willbe able to describe the ethicalconsiderations to diagnosing a child, theethics of labeling children with anorganic disorder, and the ethicalconsiderations of weighing the need ofapplying a diagnosis for the purpose ofobtaining services with the need to avoidstigmatizing a child with a mental healthdisorder. 5. Participants will be able toidentify resources and providepsychoeducation to caregivers regardinga child’s diagnosis. Prerequisite: Musthave completed an Introduction of PlayTherapy Course through an APT BoardApproved Provider. Certificate ofattendance is a requirement to attend thisclass. You will need to purchase andbring with you the required coursematerials: Landreth, Gary (2012). PlayTherapy: The Art of the Relationship.Routledge: New York. ISBN-13: 978-0415886819. There will be a 30 min.lunch break on your own. Register andpay by 2-19-15. Class will meet onThurs. from 8 am-4:30 pm and Fri. from8 am-3:30 pm.Course # HEP 3221.(2) $2952/26 - 2/27 Thur. & Fri. 8 am - 3:30 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 614Instr: Patricia GilbaughPlay Therapy: MulticulturalAspects of Play TherapyThis course will introduce culturalcontexts of play therapy sessions withchildren. Students will be exposed tovarious cultural play activities.Objectives: 1. Participants will have anunderstanding of culturally responsivetreatment. 2. Participants will understandhow to apply culturally toned playactivities in directive sessions. 3.Participants will be able to apply culturalcontext to interpretation of playactivities. 4. Participants willdemonstrate how to play a native gameor play activity from a culture not oftheir own. 5. Participants will beexposed to various culturally responsiveplay strategies. Additional information:you will need to purchase and bring toclass with you the required text - Gil, E.(2005). Cultural Issues in Play Therapy.Guilford Publications: New York. Youare required to read the text before classbegins to receive full credit. You willalso need to research a native game froma culture other than your own. Plan,prepare, and bring materials to class todemonstrate your game or playfulactivity. You will need to bring thematerials for your game/play activity,and the required text to class. This classis for social workers, marriage andfamily therapists, mental healthcounselors, and all licensed mentalhealth professionals. Theregistration/payment deadline is 2-20-15.30 minute lunch break on your own.Course # HEP 3224.(1) $1492/28 Sat. 8 am - 4:30 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 614Instr: Patricia GilbaughPlay Therapy: AdvancedSkills of Play TherapyThis course will focus on the concepts ofadvancing play therapists’ skills to ahigher level, using value addedstatements, behavioral analysis, workingwith populations who have special needs(including autism). Participants canexpect to practice non-directive playtherapy along with integrating othertechniques as appropriate for individualclient needs. This course involvesintensive reviews of clinical knowledgeand examines participant understandingthrough interactive role plays and groupsupervision. Course Objectives:participants will demonstrate workingknowledge of how to individualize a playtherapy session according to aconsumer’s needs.; participants will beable to identify resources and providepsychoeducation to caregivers ofchildren with special needs.; participantswill understand the basic premise ofbehavioral analysis and motivationalassessment.; participants will exploretheir cultural beliefs associated withspecial populations.; participants willdemonstrate working knowledge ofpractice with consumers using advancedskills. Prerequisite: Must have completedan Introduction of Play Therapy Coursethrough an APT Board ApprovedProvider. Certificate of attendance is arequirement to attend this class. You willneed to bring the required text Landreth,Gary (2012). Play Therapy: The Art ofthe Relationship. Routledge: New York.ISBN: ISBN-13: 978-0415886819.Register and pay by 3-22-15. Class willmeet on Thur. 8 am - 4:30 pm and Fri. 8am-3:30 pm.Course # HEP 3222.(2) $2953/26 - 3/27 Thur. & Fri. 8 am - 3:30 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 614Instr: Patricia GilbaughHealth & Human Service Professionals641-752-4645 Register online at www.IowaValley.com Page 29

Health & Human Service Professionals/Health & WellnessPlay Therapy: Introduction toSand Tray TherapyThis course will introduce the use ofsand tray therapy as a therapeutictechnique. It will explore the history andrationale of sand tray therapy and coverfundamental and sand tray techniqueswith individuals, families and groups.Students will have the opportunity toexperience sand tray activities and willdiscuss application of the skills withchildren. During this course you will: 1.Gain an understanding of the history andrationale for sand tray therapy. 2.Understand how to select appropriatesand, trays and miniatures. 3.Differentiate between, conduct andprocess both Directive and Non-directivetrays. 4. Demonstrate how to document atray session with a session note. 5.Explain sand tray therapy to both parentsand children. 6. Be aware of the differentpopulations that can benefit from the useof this therapeutic technique. You willneed to purchase and bring to class withyou the required texts: Homeyer, LindaE. PhD, LPC, NCC, RPT-S; Sweeney,Daniel S. PhD, LPC, MFCC, RPT-S(2011) and Sandtray Therapy: APractical Manual. Routledge: NY. Youcan purchase a sand tray starter kit andsand tray box for $125 from theinstructor at the class. You will need toorder your sand tray at the time of youronline registration. Register and pay by4-16-15. Class will meet on Thurs. from8 am-4:30 pm and Fri. from 8 am-3:30pm.Course # HEP 3223.(1) $2954/23 - 4/24 Thur. & Fri. 8 am - 3:30 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 614Instr: Patricia GilbaughSupervising in Health CareFacilitiesHealth & WellnessNewAging & MemoryWhy do we lose some of our ability toremember as we age? What is normalmemory loss compared to severe formsof dementia? Most importantly, whatcan we do to build our power toremember? Deb Cooper of BickfordHouse in Marshalltown has the expertiseto help answer these questions. If youare frustrated by having to say thingslike “I can’t remember anythinganymore,” it is time to see what you cando to improve your memory.Registration for this event is at theToledo Senior Center with Deb Peska,Director. Please register soon to beamong the 20 people who can attend.Registration is open to anyone 60 yearsof age or older. There is no charge.Register by calling Deb Peska at 641-484-3839.Course # HEW 1300.(1)Free2/16 Mon. 1 - 2 pmToledo, Community Center, 103 S ChurchInstr: Debra CooperBreastfeeding Your BabyCouples considering whether to breastfeedtheir infant are encouraged toattend this class that meets the weekafter the lastLamazeclass of eachseries. It isfree forcouples whoattendLamaze. Youwill learnabout thepros andcons of breast-feeding, milk production,and nursing techniques from instructorBeckie Fricke who is a CertifiedLactation Consultant. Co-sponsor:MMSC. Call 641-754-5166 to register.Course # HEW 1023.(8)Free2/10 Tue. 7 - 9 pmCourse # HEW 1023.(9)Free3/30 Mon. 7 - 9 pmMarshalltown, MMSC OB ClassroomInstr: Rebecca FrickeThis course is designed to assist the LPNto gain knowledge and skills useful inpersonnel management and client care.You will examine selected managementproblems, discuss related basic theoryand principles, and apply these in solvingproblems. Health care facilities asorganizations, management tasks andskills, leadership qualities and nursingcare modifications for the chronically illand geriatric client will be the majortopics covered. This is a required coursefor LPNs supervising in long term carefacilities. Registration/payment deadlineis 2-16-15.Course # HEP 3200.(4) $2992/23 - 4/27 Mon. 3 - 9 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 614Instr: Maria Malag-McDanielPage 30 Register online at www.IowaValley.com 641-752-4645

Intro to MeditationHave you tried meditation before butdidn’t feel like you got it? Interested inmeditation but not sure how to getstarted? Have you meditated in the pastbut want to get started again? This shortbeginning meditation class will teach youthe fundamentals of sitting meditation,including preparation for sitting, posture,body awareness, breathing,concentration, and dealing with physicaland mental difficulties encounteredduring meditation. Learn a simplemindfulness based meditation techniquethat can help you bring moremindfulness and compassion to yourthoughts, behaviors, and relationships.The class will also introduce ways toincorporate a mindfulness and meditationpractice into everyday life. Class willinclude a silent sitting period. No priorexperience with meditation is necessaryand there are no physical limitations towho can meditate. Those with priorexperience are welcome, but shouldcome with an open mind, ready to learn.Wear comfortable, loose fitting clothesand be prepared to take your shoes off.Course # HEW 1050.(7) $152/23 Mon. 6:30 - 8:15 pmGrinnell, Iowa Valley Grinnell LargeConference Room & KitchenInstr: Jordan ScheibelLamaze Prepared ChildbirthLamaze classes prepare a couple forlabor, delivery, and the hospital stay.Topicsinclude:relaxationand breathingtechniques,normal laborcourse,medicalinterventions,cesareanbirth, postdeliverycarefor mom andbaby, breastand bottle feeding and parenthood.Classes meet once a week for five weeksin the MMSC OB classroom inMarshalltown. The cost is payable to cosponsorMMSC. Call 641-754-5166 toregister.Course # HEW 1020.(8) $401/6 - 2/3 Tue. 7 - 9 pmCourse # HEW 1020.(9) $402/23 - 3/23 Mon. 7 - 9 pmCourse # HEW 1020.(10) $404/7 - 5/5 Tue. 7 - 9 pmMarshalltown, MMSC OB ClassroomInstr: Rebecca FrickeMake Your Own HerbalProducts For WellnessLearn how to make your ownconcentrated herbal products forwellness, including alcohol basedtinctures and honey based syrups. Theinstructor will demonstrate makingAstralagus Root tincture and a simpleElderberry syrup, both for immunesupport, and will provide a list of thebest “how to” books on the market, aswell as suggest resources for suppliesand basic safety considerations/healthprecautions. Samples of the elderberrysyrup will be available to take home for$2 per bottle, payable cash to theinstructor. Save money and experiencethe satisfaction and creativity in doing ityourself! Instructor Simone Sidwell iscurrently enrolled at the East WestSchool of Planetary Herbalism and alsohas a degree in library and informationscience. Note: Simone is not a doctorand does not have medical training. Sheadvocates using herbal products topromote health and wellness, rather thanas medical treatment.Course # HEW 1100.(1) $92/21 Sat. 4 - 5 pmGrinnell, Iowa Valley Grinnell LargeConference Room & KitchenInstr: Simone SidwellHealth & Wellness641-752-4645 Register online at www.IowaValley.com Page 31

Health & WellnessMeditation/Relaxation WithHypnosisWe can face serious health problems dueto stress, and stress has become a way oflife in this fast-paced world. KatherynHamilton, Certified Hypnotherapist, canshow you how to remove yourself fromthe hectic world around you and findserenity. Give yourself a gift and removeyour stress. A reinforcement CD is givento each participant.Course # HEW 1019.(3) $453/23 Mon. 8 - 9 pmToledo, Public Library, 206 E HighInstr: Katheryn HamiltonMom & Baby BreastfeedingSessionThis informal session provides supportand interaction between breast-feedingmothers. A group discussion is led andfacilitated by Beckie Frickie, CertifiedLactation Consultant. All sessions areheld in the MMSC OB classroom.Register with co-sponsor MMSC at 641-754-5166.Course # HEW 1021.(17)Free1/14 Wed. 7 - 9 pmCourse # HEW 1021.(18)Free1/28 Wed. 7 - 9 pmCourse # HEW 1021.(19)Free2/11 Wed. 7 - 9 pmCourse # HEW 1021.(20)Free2/25 Wed. 7 - 9 pmCourse # HEW 1021.(21)Free3/11 Wed. 7 - 9 pmCourse # HEW 1021.(22)Free3/25 Wed. 7 - 9 pmCourse # HEW 1021.(23)Free4/8 Wed. 7 - 9 pmCourse # HEW 1021.(24)Free4/22 Wed. 7 - 9 pmMarshalltown, MMSC OB ClassroomInstr: Rebecca FrickeNoon PilatesJoin co-workers and friends to exerciseyour way to health. Pilates is a focus onthe body’s core training: abdominal,lowerback,buttocks,hips, andthighs.Firm thetummy!This classalsoincludessome yogaexercise.This “no-sweat” class is ideal for a noontime work out. Bring a mat or largetowel to class and wear comfortableclothing.Course # HEW 1745.(9) $391/13 - 2/12 Tue. & Thur. Noon - 1 pmCourse # HEW 1745.(10) $392/17 - 3/19 Tue. & Thur. Noon - 1 pmCourse # HEW 1745.(11) $393/31 - 4/30 Tue. & Thur. Noon - 1 pmMarshalltown, MCC Student ActivitiesCenter Tiger RoomInstr: Su SundayNoon Pilates Half-timeNot able to attend the entire NoonPilates class (HEW 1745)? Here’s yourchance to take up to half of the sessionsat a reduced rate!Course # HEW 1746.(9) $201/13 - 2/12 Tue. & Thur. Noon - 1 pmCourse # HEW 1746.(10) $202/17 - 3/19 Tue. & Thur. Noon - 1 pmCourse # HEW 1746.(11) $203/31 - 4/30 Tue. & Thur. Noon - 1 pmMarshalltown, MCC Student ActivitiesCenter Tiger RoomInstr: Su SundayPilates 101A Pilates Beginners Course to strengthenyour body’s core: abdominal, lowerback, buttocks, hips, thighs and legs !Firmer tummy, toned leg muscles,improved posture, flexibility, and astronger back are the class goals. All agewomen welcome, instructor tailors theexercises to your body and fitness withOne on One attention. Never triedPilates? This is the class for you; or ifyou need to increase your core strengthin your exercise program, join us ! Bringan exercise or Yoga mat and 1-3 lb handweights. Course # no class on March 17because of Spring Break.Course # HEW 1113.(5) $391/13 - 2/24 Tue. 4:30 - 5:30 pmCourse # HEW 1113.(6) $393/3 - 4/21 Tue. 4:30 - 5:30 pmMarshalltown, Orpheum Theater CenterLearning StudioInstr: Su SundaySibling ClassThis class is designed for children 2 - 8years old who will soon become a bigbrother or sister. Topicsinclude separation frommom duringhospitalization,characteristics of anewborn, safety,sibling rivalry, and atour of the unit. Oneadult is expected tostay with the childduring class. Cookies and milk areserved. Fee is payable to co-sponsor:MMSC. Call 641-754-5166 to register.Course # HEW 1022.(3) $3/child1/8 Thur. 6:30 - 7:30 pmCourse # HEW 1022.(4) $3/child4/2 Thur. 6:30 - 7:30 pmMarshalltown, MMSC OB ClassroomInstr: Rebecca FrickelIOWA VALLEYcontinuing educationWe’re looking for YOU to teach that special class!“What do you mean? I can teach?I don’t have a Masters or a Ph.D.”Do you know crafts, yoga, an instrument, a foreign language, plumbing, home repair,gardening, and any other hidden talent or hobby? How about expertise in your field ofemployment? Then “Yes, you can teach.” IVCE classes are not college credit classes andtherefore can be a way for you to show off your talents and skills.Contact us at 641-752-4645 or email ivceinfo@iavalley.eduPage 32 Register online at www.IowaValley.com 641-752-4645

Smoking Cessation WithHypnosisYour resolution to stop smoking is one ofthe most important ones you can makefor you and your family. Let a CertifiedHypnotherapist help you become smokefree and rid of the addiction to nicotine.A reinforcement CD is included in thecost of the class.Course # HEW 1014.(2) $453/23 Mon. 7 - 8 pmToledo, Public Library, 206 E HighInstr: Katheryn HamiltonWeight Loss With HypnosisLosing weight is difficult, but KatherynHamilton, Certified Hypnotherapist, canhelp you. Using her training as atherapist, she can make weight loss anunconscious choice. If you have triedother methods to lose weight, perhapsit’s time to put your struggle into thehands of a professional. A reinforcementCD is included for each participant.Course # HEW 1013.(2) $453/23 Mon. 6 - 7 pmToledo, Public Library, 206 E HighInstr: Katheryn HamiltonYogaYoga is a union, harmonizing the body,breath, mind and spirit, through severalAsanas (physical postures). The Yogapractice will help you move from distressto De-Stress, from Dis-Ease to Ease, andfrom passive to compassion. Yoga isgood for all ages and postures. Bring amat or light blanket to class. EnterOrpheum through back (North) door andgo up the steps to the second floor.Course # HEW 1112.(5) $391/13 - 2/24 Tue. 5:30 - 6:30 pmCourse # HEW 1112.(6) $393/3 - 4/21 Tue. 5:30 - 6:30 pmMarshalltown, Orpheum Theater CenterLearning StudioInstr: Su SundayDUIHealth CareersPACE/GAPMedication AideThis course prepares certified nurseaides to safely administer non-parenteralmedications in long term care setting.Must be recommended after 6 months ofcurrent employment. Textbook and statetest are included in cost. Call 641-752-4645 to obtain the required sponsorshipapproval form. includes state test out.Course # HEA 1457.(6) $2951/13 - 3/24 Tue. 9:45 am - 3:15 pmCourse # HEA 1457.(7) $2953/24 - 5/26 Tue. 9:45 am - 3:15 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 616Instr: Leanne KruseNurse AideThis 75 hour nurse aide course has anemphasis on achieving knowledge anddemonstration of basic nursing skills toprovide safe, effective resident care.Students are prepared for statecompetency testing and employment in along term care nursingfacility. This classconsists of classroom,lab, clinicalexperience andincludes ourbackground check,plus one written andskills statecompetency testing. Social securitynumber is required for backgroundcheck which must be run by collegebefore start of class. Proof of 2 step TBrequired at your cost before allowed toproceed to clinical. Uniform/sturdywalking shoes, a watch with secondhand are required for clinical; checkwith instructor for color options.Competency testing will be scheduledfirst day of class. Photo ID required forwritten testing. Some clinical times maybe scheduled outside of class timesCourse # HEA 1075.(21) $5751/26 - 4/1 Mon/Tue/Wed 5:15 - 9:30 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 616Instr: Helen McKayPACE/GAPPharmacyTechnicianThis comprehensive 50 hour course willprepare students to enter the pharmacyfield and to take the PharmacyTechnician Certification Board’s PTCBexam. Technicians work in hospitals,home infusion pharmacies, communitypharmacies and other health caresettings - working under the supervisionof a registered pharmacist. Coursecontent includes medical terminologyspecific to the pharmacy, reading andinterpreting prescriptions and definingdrugs by generic and brand names.Students will learn dosage calculations,I.V. flow rates, drug compounding, doseconversions, dispensing of prescriptions,inventory control and billing andreimbursement. The PharmacyTechnician Certification Programincludes a graded final exam to helpprepare students for the PTCB exam.Studentsshouldhavetakenmathandsciencein highschool.A highschooldiplomaor GEDis required to sit for the PTCB exam. Ifyou are interested in this training andneed financial assistance please contactJennifer Rice (Marshalltown) at 641-844-5629 or Molly Larsen (Iowa Falls)at 641-648-8511 to apply for the IVCEGap Tuition Assistance Program 30 daysprior to course start date.Registration/payment deadline is 2-16-15.Course # HEA 2600.(5) $9993/2 - 5/4 Mon. & Thur. 6 - 9:30 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 803Instr: Varied InstructorsHealth & Wellness/Health CareersAuthorized by the state ofIowa for drinking drivers.Each participant will developan individualrisk-reduction plan.Offered in both Marshalltown &Iowa Falls and in English andSpanishCourse # HEA 1075.(22) $5751/14-3/27 M/Tu/W/Th/F 9:45 am-3:15 pmCourse # HEA 1075.(24) $5754/20 - 6/25 Mon/Thur 9:45 am - 2:30 pmCourse # HEA 1075.(25) $5753/25-6/3 M/Tu/W/Th/F 9:45 am-3:15 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 616Instr: Leanne KruseInfectious Diseasesin Today’s WorldTraveler for theDental PracticeSee page 26.See more details on page 19.Course # HEA 1075.(27) $5753/24 - 4/30 Tue/Thur/Sat 4 - 9:15 pmHubbard, Hubbard Care CenterInstr: Elizabeth Weuve641-752-4645 Register online at www.IowaValley.com Page 33

Health Careers/Industry & TradesPACE/GAPPhlebotomyTechnicianThe 90 hour Phlebotomy TechnicianProgram prepares professionals to collectblood specimens from clients for thepurpose of laboratory analysis. Studentswill become familiar with all aspectsrelated to blood collection and developcomprehensive skills to performvenipunctures completely and safely.Classroom work includes terminology,anatomy and physiology; bloodcollection procedures; specimen handsonpractice; and clinical training in skillsand techniques to perform puncturemethods. The program also includes labexercises, live blood draws, work with atraining arm and other exercises intendedto prepare students to function as anentry level Phlebotomy Technician. Ifyou are interested in this training butneed financial assistance you can applyfor the IVCE Gap Tuition AssistanceProgram by calling Jennifer Rice at 641-844-5629. Students may incur additionalcosts associated with the optional clinicalexperience for uniform, immunizations,background checks, CPR, and mandatoryreporter training. Registration/paymentdeadline is 3-13-15. Class meets on Tues.and Thurs. evenings 6-9:30 pm andselected Saturdays from 9 am-3 pm.Course # HEA 2500.(4) $15993/31 - 6/18 Tue/Thur/Sat 6 - 9:30 pmMarshalltown, MCC Room 536Instr: Kim Riley-AdamsHSEDHigh SchoolEquivalency DiplomaDon’t have your high school diploma?Come let us help! Our dedicated staff andinstructors will prepare you totake your next step...Registration dates vary per site.Attendance required. Day and eveningclasses offered.Contact:Tama - Ricarda: 641-484-8002Grinnell: 641-236-0513Marshalltown - Patty 641-754-1348Iowa Falls - Sherilyn 641-648-8644Industry & Trades10 HR OSHA Safety GeneralIndustry TrainingThe 10 HR OSHA general industrycourse is for hourly workers,emphasizing hazard identification,avoidance, control and prevention. Youwill learnwhat isrequired tomaintaincomplianceandminimizepotential forOSHAcitation.Topicsinclude:housekeeping, machine guarding,respiratory protection, welding andcutting, electrical, chemical handlingand storage, written plan and trainingrequirements. It also outlines the steps ofan OSHA inspection, identifies yourrights as an employer or employee, andreviews the penalty structure associatedwith citations.Course # IND 5005.(3) $1802/16 - 2/17 Mon. & Tue. 8 - 11 amMarshalltown, Business & TechnologyCenter Room 205Instr: Ken StrosahlAmpacity CalculationsThis 2-hour interactive class coversampacity calculations for conductors inresidential, commercial, and industrialapplications, including derating forambient temperature, number ofconductors in a raceway or cable, andinstallations on rooftops. Participantsshould bring: 2014 NEC, calculator,highlighters, notebook and pencils.Course # IND 1450.(1) $324/4 Sat. 12:30 - 2:30 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 803Instr: Richard ChambersBasic MIG WeldingLearn basic GMAWPACE/GAPwelds in 18 hours.Training for gas, metal arc welding formanufacturing or home improvementCourse # IND 9100.(3) $1991/27 - 2/12 Tue. & Thur. 4 - 7 pmMarshalltown, Business & TechnologyCenter W4 Welding LabInstr: Wesley DierschowBasic Training WaterTreatmentThis is a comprehensive course designedto teach the student the principles ofwater treatment plant operations. Thecourse will cover sources of water, thetreatment process, plant operations,safety, water quality regulations andwaterworks Math. This course and sixmonths experience satisfies theeligibility requirements needed to takethe state Water Treatment Plant OperatorGrade 1 Exam. This is also a goodreview for those preparing to take theWater Treatment Plant Operator Grade IIexam. Be sure to pre-register for classeswith co-sponsor Kirkwood CommunityCollege, $450/person. Bring a calculator.Course # IND 4008.(1)4/22 - 4/30 Wed/Thur 8:30 am - 4:30 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 805Instr: Rhonda GuyBox Sizing CalculationsThis 2-hour interactive class covers boxsizing calculations for residential,commercial, and industrial applications,including metallic and nonmetallicboxes, junction and pull boxes, andconduit bodies. Participants shouldbring: 2014 NEC, calculator,highlighters, notebook and pencils.Course # IND 1480.(1) $324/4 Sat. 2:30 - 4:30 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 803Instr: Richard ChambersCareer Pipe WeldingPACE/GAPShort-term training fora great paying career!This 16 week welding course willprepare you for a career in pipe weldingwith GTAW. Topics include safety;techniques such as freehand; pipe fittingtechniques including preparation,beveling, hot weld, pipe purging, hotwelding, and heavy wall welding.Instructor is a certified welder. Studentswill have the opportunity to certify!Must have a basic knowledge of weldingprocesses before taking this course.Tuition assistance is available toqualifying and selected students. ContactMolly Hippen in Iowa Falls 641-858-8511 or Jennifer Rice in Marshalltown641-844-5652. Must have a basicknowledge of welding processes beforetaking this course.Course # IND 1300.(2) $18001/13 - 5/7 Tue. & Thur. 5:30 - 8:30 pmMarshalltown, Business & TechnologyCenter W4 Welding LabInstr: Brandon MitchellPage 34 Register online at www.IowaValley.com 641-752-4645

IVCE offers new opportunities to help you grow!Whether you’re looking for advancement, edventure, or a new career, our onlinecourses and certificates will help you take your next step!New Certificate ProgramsNew! Entrepreneurship Certificate- Entrepreneur Boot Camp- The Business Plan- New! Entrepreneurial MarketingNew! Certificate in Workplace Communication- New! Conflict Management- Negotiation: Get What You Want- Personality Profiles in the WorkplaceNew! Certificate in Leadership Development (For Gen Y)- New! Leadership Principles- New! Developing Your Leadership Skills- New! Developing Your Professional CareerNew! Certificate in Non-Profit Administration Courses:- Revenue Generation for Non-Profits- Program Evaluation for Non-ProfitsNew! Certificate in Designing Webinars Courses:- Designing Successful Webinars- Managing & Marketing WebinarsNew Individual CoursesIn addition to the new courses offered as part of a certificate (andavailable as single courses), here are more new coursespremiering in early 2014.1. New! Google+2. New! Marketing with Images3. New! Powerful Presentations & Effective SpeakingTechniques4. New! Workplace Ethics and Etiquette5. New! Financial Analysis for Non-Financial Managers6. New! Spanish for Medical Professionals II7. New! Evernote8. New! Interview Skills9. New! Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) Fundamentals10. New! Advanced Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP)11. New! Stress Management12. New! Dementia for Family Care Givers13. New! Key Elements of Elder CareYouGotClassNew! Certificate in Data Analysis Courses- New! Introduction to Data Analysis- New! Intermediate Data Analysis- New! Advanced Data AnalysisYou can also choose from our top 10Certificates and Individual classes:Top 10 certificates:1. Social Media for Business Certificate2. Green Buildings and Preparing for the LEEDGreen Associate Exam3. Supervisory and Leadership Certificate4. eMarketing Essentials Certificate5. Certificate in Online Teaching6. LEED Green Associate Exam Preparation7. Mobile Marketing Certificate8. Business Coaching Certificate9. Certificate in Customer Service10. Business Research CertificateTop 10 individual classes:1. Introduction to Social Media2. Marketing Using Social Media3. Integrating Social Media in Your Organization4. Boosting Your Web Site Traffic5. Improving Email Promotions6. Online Advertising7. SupervisoryOur online certificates and courses are provided by quality colleges and associations with expertinstructors. Participate anytime day or evening, from any computer.Go here to see the complete descriptions: http://www.yougotclass.org/catalog.cfm/Iavalley641-752-4645 Register online at www.IowaValley.com Page 35

Industry & Trades/Leisure, Recreation & FunNew Commercial ServiceCalculationsThis 4-hour interactive class coverscalculations for commercial services,including retail stores, office buildings,schools and places of worship, hotels andmotels, restaurants, and farms. Alsocovered are neutral load calculations andoptional methods. Participants shouldbring: 2014 NEC, calculator,highlighters, notebook and pencils.Course # IND 2600.(1) $654/4 Sat. 8:00 am - 12:00 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 803Instr: Richard ChambersPACE/GAPHVAC BasicIn 16 weeks this course willcover the basic study of heating andcooling equipment. Includes study offunction and operation of heating andcooling systems. Upon completion ofcourse students should be able todemonstrate knowledge of:fundamentals, combustion, furnace flowpaths, startup, shutdown, fundamentalsof refrigeration, refrigeration systems,types of refrigeration systems, andrefrigeration system operation.Course # IND 1200.(2) $6121/13 - 5/7 Tue. & Thur. 6 - 9 pmMarshalltown, J. W. Norris TechnologyCenter HVAC LabInstr: Burke AschanNational Electrical CodeUpdateThis 6-hour course covers the significantchanges in the latest edition of theNational Electrical Code. These changesinclude four new articles dealing withLow-Voltage Suspended Ceiling PowerDistribution Systems (393), ModularData Centers (646), Fire-Resistive CableSystems (728), and Energy ManagementSystems (750). Also covered will be themajor changes in the Introduction and allnine chapters of the codebook.Participants will need to bring a copy ofthe 2014 National Electrical Code,highlighters, notebook and pencils.Course # IND 1600.(2) $953/14 Sat. 8 am - 2:30 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 612Instr: Richard ChambersResidential WiringThis 8-hour class covers the NationalElectrical Code requirements forresidential wiring beginning with generalrequirements and continuing throughservice installation, grounding andbonding, conductor sizing andinstallation, overcurrent protection, boxsizing, receptacle locations, lighting andswitching rules, and heating and airconditioning. Participants need a copy ofthe 2014 National Electrical Code,highlighters, calculator and notebook.Course # IND 7400.(1) $1252/7 Sat. 8 am - 4:30 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 805Instr: Richard ChambersVoltage Drop CalculationsThis 2-hour class covers a practicalmethod to compute voltage drop insingle-phase and three-phase AC and DCcircuits, the need for these calculations,how to use your calculator mosteffectively, how to solve voltage dropproblems in the electrician license exam,and how to correctly size conductors forefficient operation in residential,commercial, and industrial applications.Participants will need to bring a copy ofthe 2014 National Electrical Code,highlighters, calculator, notebook andpencils.Course # IND 1400.(1) $323/14 Sat. 2:30 - 4:30 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 612Instr: Richard ChambersWelding BasicsDuring this course, you will learn basicwelding techniques for stick and wirewelding along with oxyacetylene cuttingand bending and brazing. Must wearleather shoes, long sleeves and longpants. No prior welding experiencenecessary. Price includes material andlab fees. This course is required toparticipate in open lab.Course # IND 5500.(8) $1952/9 - 2/16 Mon. & Wed. 5:30 - 8:30 pmMarshalltown, Business & TechnologyCenter W4 Welding LabInstr: Brandon MitchellCourse # IND 5500.(9) $1954/2 – 4/16 Thur. 5:30 - 8:30 pmMarshalltown, Business & Tech CenterW4 Welding LabInstr: Lars BrownlieWelding for Maintenance &RepairPACE/GAPLooking to train in weldingmaintenance? This 8 week coursecovers an overview of Stick, MIG, andOxyacetylene welding, torching andplasma cutting as used for maintenanceand repair.Included in thecourse is weldingfor differentsurfaceconditions suchas rust, paint,coatings, orclean. Topics include machine set-up;major processes; weld preparation;techniques for striking an arc; basicjoints; weld bead shape; how variablesaffect the finished weld; where they canbe used; safety; and trouble shooting.Course # IND 2500.(1) $4951/22 - 3/12 Thur. 5:30 - 8:30 pmMarshalltown, Business & TechnologyCenter W4 Welding LabInstr: Lars BrownlieLeisure,Recreation & FunAntique AppraisalRanee Roed, professional appraiser fromDes Moines, is returning for another ofher popular appraisal sessions. She hasexpertise in all areas of antiquevaluables. She will comment on thebackground and the current market forthe item. Bring as many objects as youlike, and she will evaluate in rounds asmany as time allows. Ranee is usuallyable to appraise all the objects that werebrought. It’s fun to find out what yourtreasures are worth, and it’s fascinatingto see what others have brought.Registration for this event is at theToledo Senior Center with Deb Peska,Director. Please register early to beamong the 20 people who can attend.Registration is open to anyone 60 yearsof age or older. There is no charge.Register by calling Deb Peska at 641-484-3839.Course # FUN 1115.(3)Free3/16 Mon. 1 - 4 pmToledo, Community Center, 103 S ChurchInstr: Ranee RoedIowa Valley Continuing Education salutes our teachers & students!THANK YOUfor choosing Iowa Valley as you pursue your interest in lifelong learning.Page 36 Register online at www.IowaValley.com 641-752-4645

NewBattle at SeaThe sailors’ average age was only 19, butthey were in the thick of sea battles inthe South Pacific. Their ship was theUSS Honolulu.Among theirbattles wasGuadalcanal.They alsobombarded theisland thatbecame thelaunching pad forplanes carryingthe atomic bomb.When their bowwas hit by a torpedo, the Honoluluactually became 69 feet shorter becausethe bow caved under. Don Paustian’s dadfought on this battleship, which is whyDon has such an interest. Don will tellyou the amazing story of one ship in onewar. It was a war fought by what we nowknow was “America’s greatestgeneration.” Registration for this event isat the Toledo Senior Center with DebPeska, Director. Register early so youcan be among the 20 people who attendthe event. Registration is limited to those60 years of age or older. Register bycalling Deb Peska at 641-484-3839.Course # FUN 1251.(1)Free1/19 Mon. 1 - 2:30 pmToledo, Community Center, 103 S ChurchInstr: Don PaustianBlack History MonthFebruary is Black History Month. OfEbony Embers-Vignettes of the HarlemRenaissance is a music theatre workcelebrating three great African Americanpoets: Langston Hughes, Countee Cullenand Claude McKay, as seen through theeyes of renowned painter and muralistAaron Douglas. The musical score isdrawn from great composers of the JazzAge (Duke Ellington, Billy Strayhorn,Jelly Roll Morton) and African Americancomposers of classical music such asGeorge Walker and Jeffrey Mumford.Here is a short trailer to viewimmediately:www.coreensemble.com/shows-ontour/of-ebony-embers/Course # FUN 3500.(1)Free2/19 Mon. 7 - 8 pmIowa Falls, ECC Kruse-Main HamiltonAuditoriumInstr: Anne Sherve-OselIOWA VALLEYcontinuing educationCoaching AuthorizationLearn about coaching and meet thestate of Iowa requirements forcoaching authorization. You willintegrate critical concepts fromhuman development,anatomy/physiology, physicaleducation with coaching philosophyand techniques, care and preventionof athletic injuries, and the ethics andlegal aspects of coaching. You mayenroll in individual session or all ofthem. You will complete the onlineclass and then meet for required inperson class time. See the courseflier for details. The registrationdeadline in 3-12-15.Coaching AuthorizationSeriesThis class is for those students that needall of the class components for coachingauthorization in Iowa. You will completeonline assignments prior to the in personinstructor led classes. The contentcovered includes: 10 hrs. in theknowledge and understanding of thestructure and function of the humanbody in relation to physical activity; 10hrs. in the knowledge and understandingof human growth and development ofchildren and youth in relation to physicalactivity; 20 hrs. in the knowledge andunderstanding of the prevention and careof athletic injuries and medical andsafety problems relating to physicalactivity; 10 hrs. in the knowledge andunderstanding of the techniques andtheory of coaching interscholasticathletics; 5 hrs. in the relating to theknowledge and understanding ofprofessional ethics and legalresponsibilities of coaches. You will alsoneed to complete the online concussiontraining. Completion of all onlineassignments and 100% attendance at thein person instructor led classes isrequired to obtain your 55 hourCoaching Authorization certificate ofcompletion. Refer to the course flier forspecific in person meeting times. Theregistration/payment deadline is 3-12-15.Online at my.iavalley.edu (Angel).Course # FUN 0049.(4) $4053/28-4/25Online, via the InternetInstr: Brynjar BrynjarssonHuman Growth &Development-CoachingAuthorizationIn this course you will gain knowledgeand understanding of the human growthand development of children and youthin relation to physical activity. This isone of the courses that is required forCoaching Authorization in Iowa. Youwill have online course requirements tocomplete and in person instructor ledclassroom work. Registration/paymentdeadline is 3-12-15. Required in personmeeting time 4-24-15 from 5-7 pm.Online at my.iavalley.edu (Angel).Course # FUN 0051.(4) $683/28 - 4/24 Thur/Fri/SatOnline, via the InternetInstr: Matthew BandstraPrevention, Care, MedicalSafety Problems &Concussions-CoachingAuthorizationYou will gain knowledge andunderstanding of the prevention and careof athletic injuries, concussions, medicaland safety problems relating to physicalactivity. This is part of the coachingauthorization series. You will haverequired online assignments to completebefore your instructor led in person classtime. Registration/payment deadline is3-12-15. Required in person class time4-25-15 from 10 am-5:30 pm. Online atmy.iavalley.edu (Angel).Course # FUN 0054.(3) $1583/28 - 4/25 Fri. & Sat.Online, via the InternetInstr: Brynjar BrynjarssonProfessional Ethics & LegalResponsibilities- CoachingAuthorizationDuring this online and instructor led inperson class you will relate to theknowledge and understanding ofprofessional ethics and legalresponsibilities of coaches.Registration/payment deadline 3-12-15.Required in person class meeting time 4-25-15 from 8-10 am. Online atmy.iavalley.edu (Angel).Course # FUN 0053.(3) $433/28 - 4/25 Fri. & Sat.Online, via the InternetInstr: Brynjar BrynjarssonEverything in EdVenture is on theIowa Valley Continuing Education web site.Check us out at www.IowaValley.comLeisure, Recreation & Fun641-752-4645 Register online at www.IowaValley.com Page 37

Leisure, Recreation & FunStructure & Function of theHuman Body-CoachingAuthorizationDuring this online and in person 10 hourclass you will gain knowledge andunderstanding of the structure andfunction of the human body in relation tophysical activity as it applies to your roleas a coach. Registration/paymentdeadline 3-12-15. Required in personclass time 4-23-15 from 6-8 pm. Onlineat my.iavalley.edu (Angel).Course # FUN 0050.(3) $683/28 - 4/23 Wed/Thur/SatOnline, via the InternetInstr: Matthew BandstraTechniques & Theory ofCoaching-CoachingAuthorizationIn this online and instructor led in personclass you will gain knowledge andunderstandingof thetechniques andtheory ofcoachinginterscholasticathletics.Registration/paymentdeadline is 3-12-15.Required in person class meeting time is4-24-15 from 7-9 pm. Online atmy.iavalley.edu (Angel).Course # FUN 0052.(3) $683/28 - 4/24 Fri. & Sat.Online, via the InternetInstr: Brynjar BrynjarssonCreate Your Own SmartPhone MicroscopeLearn how to do a fun and easy homescience activity with your kids byturning the camera on your smart device(phone or tablet) into a digitalmicroscope! Using less than $10 worthof material, you can build a smartphonemicroscope capable of 175x to 375xmagnification, allowing you to see plantcells and nuclei! Created by Grinnellresident and instructor Kenji Yoshino,the online Instrutable for the smartphoneto digital microscope conversion to datehas received over 1 million views andearned Yoshino widespread recognitionfor his simple and innovative invention.Kenji will discuss how he developed themicroscope and how it is assembled. Hewill then demonstrate how it works,projecting images from the microscopeon a screen for everyone to see, as wellas showing some of the most interestingphotos to date that have been taken usingthe microscope. You will then a havechance to explore the microscopesyourself and ask questions. If available,participants should bring at least onesmart device with a camera such as aphone, tablet, or I-Pad to try out on themicroscope kits. In addition to providinginstruction on how to build your own,Kenji will have a limited number ofmicroscope kits for sale. This class isgeared towards parents and children, butis open to anyone interested.Course # FUN 8500.(1) $92/2 Mon. 6:30 - 7:30 pmGrinnell, Iowa Valley Grinnell LargeConference Room & KitchenInstr: Kenji YoshinoCrocheting for BeginnersAre you looking for a hobby or handwork you can do to pass the long Iowawinters? Try crocheting! You will learnbasic crocheting techniques that you willuse to create a dish cloth. You will alsolearn about yarns, threads, crochethooks, and much more from a talentedand experienced instructor, Sharon Pratt.You will need to bring a size 8 or Hcrochet hook and worsted weight cottonthread in a plain color (ex: sugar andcream) with you to class. The dish clothpattern will be provided. The class willmeet on four consecutive Mondayevenings. The registration/paymentdeadline is 1-26-15.Course # FUN 1203.(3) $352/2 - 2/23 Mon. 6 - 8 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 805Instr: Sharon PrattDog ObedienceIs your dog driving you crazy? Wouldyou love it if he came when you calledhim, walked with you nicely, didn’tjump, or run when he was suppose tostay? Well, join this class for six weeksand you’ll see remarkable results as youlearn and practice these basic obedienceskills. Any age dog is welcome. Bring acopy of your dog’s up to datevaccinations.Course # FUN 1209.(6) $751/20 - 2/24 Tue. 5:30 - 6:30 pmCourse # FUN 1209.(7) $753/10 - 4/7 Tue. 5:30 - 6:30 pmMarshalltown, Man’s Best Friend, 1410Iowa Ave WInstr: Thomas PooleJoin Iowa Valley Continuing Education on Faceook!Join Iowa Valley Continuing Education Facebook page!- Keep up to date with lists of new courses and training programsoffered.- Join discussions on topics you’re interested in or start your own.- Browse our page for news articles, photos, and events.- See what others are saying and also share your experiences!Page 38 Register online at www.IowaValley.com 641-752-4645

Firearm MaintenanceFor the new (or experienced) firearmowner. Learn the proper procedure fortaking care of your firearm from aprofessional gunsmith including gunsafety while performing maintenance,disassembly, cleaning, minormaintenance and parts inspection,reassembly, and post-reassemblyfunction and safety checks. Training willbe followed by cleaning of student guns.Guns will be treated as tools - no politicsin class! Absolutely no live ammunitionon campus, bring gun only for cleaningand maintenance. Instructor DavidKaiser is a 1978 graduate of the LassenCollege gunsmithing program inSusanville, CA. He has worked as aMachinist, Gunsmith and TechnicalSupport Gunsmith in California andIowa, and has numerous tool and productdesigns as well as process adaptations tothe gunsmithing industry to his credit.Although his specialty is in repair work,he’s also comfortable with stock makingand other aspects of custom gunbuilding. Students should bring acleaning kit appropriate to the caliber orgauge of their firearm includingappropriate cleaning rod, bore brushes,cleaning patches, and solvent and gunoil. Cleaning kit competents can bepurchased locally. Students should alsobring screwdrivers to fit the screws ontheir handgun or choke tube wrench,choke tube lube, and pin punch for theirshotgun. Finally, bring solvent resistantgloves and rags for cleaning up loosegrime and wiping hands. Wear clothesyou don’t mind getting dirty. Optionalproducts to bring include gun scrubber,aerosol brake cleaner, or aerosolcleaner/degreaser. Questions about theclass or supply list should be directed toJordan Scheibel at Jordan.Scheibel@iavalley.edu or (641) 269 2208.Course # FUN 9900.(1) $292/11 Wed. 6 - 9 pmGrinnell, Iowa Valley Grinnell Room 115Instr: David KaiserShoe Stri ng Garden E ventsFeb. 6Fabulous FudgeMarch 14Upcycled MosaicApril 19Great Garden SculpturesGreat Garden SculpturesA great garden includes one-of-a-kindsculptures that make it your own space.Spend an afternoon touring our gardenand get the inside scoop on the mastergarden plan as well as the source ofinspiration of our unique sculptures. Getthe tips and tricks to make them yourself(only better). At the end of the tour, getyour hands dirty and make your ownhanging basket sculpture complete withlive plants to start off your season!Please register by April 13th. Bring$15.00 at the time of the class formaterials and supplies which is payableto the instructor.Course # FUN 1044.(2) $104/19 Sun. 2 - 4 pmToledo, Shoestring Garden, 205 Hwy 30WInstr: Sandra McAntireWarm up your winterwith these great danceclasses!These classes are perfect for allaround fun, weddings, and all socialevents. Whether you’re a beginner oradvanced dancer, we have a classthat fits you! Instructor Faythe Kubikbreaks things down so it’s easy tolearn, and gives you “time to learn”so you can look good and feelcomfortable! Continuation classesare offered. If you want to progressfaster, take more than one class. Forchanges/additions visit Faythe’swebsite: www.faythekubik.com. Forquestions on course material, or incase of bad weather, call 1-800-373-7440 to get message. Note:instructor comes from Waterloo. Ifclasses must cancel because ofweather, they are extended out aweek. No video or recording allowedin any of the classes. Please bringalong and change into a clean pair ofshoes. This saves the floor. Thankyou.Early Winter SundayClasses: Jan. 18 - Feb.15Now is a great time to get started orget back into dancing! 7.5 hoursinstruction / 5 weeks. To sign up,use FUN and course number. Fee:$65/person. Early registration is$59/person, received by 1/13. Thedances that you learn have greatrhythms that can and should bedanced to lots of music. So you’llhave the confidence and skill to dothat, Faythe has you dance to avariety of music!The Fun & Popular Foxtrot /Two Step - Beginning LevelAlways popular and Always Fun! We’llstart with the basics (beginning level)and build fromthere. Note:Foxtrot and TwoStep are the samedance. You’ll belearning theregular andpopular slow,slow, quick,quick timing.This dance isalways in style and goes with all kindsof music. You can “dance the lightfantastic” or “kick up your boots”.Now’s your chance to learn this populardance! Early registration is $59, receivedby 1/13.Course # FUN 4001.(3) $651/18 - 2/15 Sun. 1 - 2:25 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 608Instr: Faythe KubikThe Alluring Salsa NightclubHustleSalsa Hustle is also called NightclubHustle and has lots of pizzazz and style.If you like Swing, you’ll like thisbeginning level dance. Hustles are partof the Swing family and they like turnsand movement. It uses the Sambarhythm with a Modern and Hot Style.Blending it with the Rock Sway basicmakes the Alluring Salsa NightclubHustle extremely versatile; you‘ll beamazed at all the styles of music youcan dance to. If you know it, you’ll useit! Early registration is $59, received by1/13.Course # FUN 4096.(1) $651/18 - 2/15 Sun. 2:30 - 3:55 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 608Instr: Faythe KubikLeisure, Recreation & Fun641-752-4645 Register online at www.IowaValley.com Page 39

Leisure, Recreation & FunOh So Cool West CoastSwing & Carolina Shag -Beginning LevelSmooth, Flowing, and Fun! The WestCoast Swing and Carolina Shag havesuch a cool swag to them and are“slotted” dances: the basic and manyvariations are done on a straight line.They are “brother and sister” dances; sowe can mix them together. They use the“triple step” so the East Coast Swingalso blends with them. We’re startingwith the basics. People in this classalready dance; so this class is going tomove much faster than a regularbeginning class. Early registration is $59,received by 1/13.Course # FUN 4120.(1) $651/18 - 2/15 Sun. 4 - 5:25 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 608Instr: Faythe KubikRhumba with a Tango FlairExciting, Dynamic, and Fun - The danceis terrific! It’s multi dimensional,versatile, and fun! The timing: slow,quick, quick,is great fornumerousstyles ofmusic. That’swhat we’lldo: use avariety ofmusic - latin,rhythm and blues, pop. If you know it,you’ll use it! People in this class alreadydance; so it will move at a good pace.Early registration is $59, received by1/13.Course # FUN 4111.(1) $651/18 - 2/15 Sun. 5:30 - 6:55 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 608Instr: Faythe KubikOne Sunday Only, Feb.1st - “Good Times”Good Times! Line DanceWorkshopLine is great fun, great exercise, and nopartner needed! “Good Times” is done tothe fun Alan Jackson song with the samename. Of course it can be done to othersongs as well. Call a friend to join youfor a fun Sunday outing! Earlyregistration is $20, received by 1/27.Course # FUN 4087.(1) $232/1 Sun. 11 am - 12:55 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 608Instr: Faythe KubikLate Winter DanceClasses: Feb. 22 -March 22Check close to starting date to makesure we have not had a weatherdelay! 7.5 hrs./5 wk. course. Fee:$65/person. Early registration is$59/person, received by 2/17.Fun & Terrific - It’s time toSwing! - Beginning LevelSwing is so much fun! Depending onyour mood, it can be wild and fun orsmooth and classy. In this beginninglevel class you’ll be learning the “doubletime” Swing. It has Great Style and isLoads of Fun! It is also a “companion”to the Foxtrot / Two Step family. Theyhave the same rhythm and weightchanges; you can go back and forthbetween the dances. Catch this terrificclass! Early registration is $59, receivedby 2/17.Course # FUN 4012.(1) $652/22 - 3/22 Sun. 1 - 2:25 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 608Instr: Faythe KubikThe 2:30, 4, and 5:30 pm arecontinuationclasses. Theseclasses givepeople a greatopportunity todevelop morevariations andstyle. If anyoneof these classes did not “go” in earlywinter, a different course will beoffered.Alluring Salsa & NightclubHustle - Part 2You know the basics; now develop morevariations and style. Early registration is$59, received by 2/17.Course # FUN 4097.(1) $652/22 - 3/22 Sun. 2:30 - 3:55 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 608Instr: Faythe KubikOh So Cool West CoastSwing & Carolina Shag - Part2Develop more variations and style inthis continuation class! Early registrationis $59, received by 2/17.Course # FUN 4121.(1) $652/22 - 3/22 Sun. 4 - 5:25 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 608Instr: Faythe KubikRhumba with a Tango Flair -Part 2We’re adding on. The more you know,the more fun you’ll have and the moreyou’ll use it! Early registration is $59,received by 2/17.Course # FUN 4112.(1) $652/22 - 3/22 Sun. 5:30 - 6:55 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 608Instr: Faythe KubikAARP Smart Driver CourseLearn how roads and vehicles have changed, and about the effects of agingand medications on our skills. This four-hour, research based classroom onlycourse reviews how we can adapt ourdriving skills to remain smart and safedrivers as we get older. Sponsored by AARP.See page 16 for details.Page 40 Register online at www.IowaValley.com 641-752-4645

Wonderful Rock SwayNewMurder Most FoulNatural CleaningPerfect for Weddings and All SocialEvents - Beginning Level. Rock Sway isperfect for slow romantic songs! And,it’s perfect for upbeat tunes that have aslow beat. You’ll be moving, twirling,and swaying. This material makes youlook and feel good fast! This class is ata beginning level and is a Must for AllSocial Events! If you have a weddingcoming up, Positively Catch this Class.Early registration is $59, received by2/17.Course # FUN 4030.(3) $652/22 - 3/22 Sun. 7 - 8:30 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 608Instr: Faythe KubikCheck closer to spring session to getclass schedules. You still have timeto learn to dance before Summerbreak! Sundays: 4 wks./6 hrs. March29 - April 26 (skip Easter. April 5) 6hrs./4 wks. Fee: $59/person. Earlyregistration is $55/person, receivedby 3/24.Who dunnit? The suspects are diversefrom the local lady of the night, ScarletOoohlala and even the local mortician,Woody Box. And the setting for murdercould not be more appropriate - a formerfuneral home. You will munch on horsd’oeuvres as you put clues together.However, the murder is baffling becauseeverybody - and that is really everybodyhasa clear motive for murder.Course # FUN 1252.(1) $334/19 Sun. 2 - 4 pmChelsea, Periwinkle Place Manor, 704Main StInstr: Jodi PhilippLearning how to clean with naturalcleaning ingredients can save you time,money and reduce chemical exposure inyour home. Join this fun and short classto learn how to clean with just a fewbasic household ingredients and itemsyou can purchase locally. Vinegar,lemon juice, soda and essential oils willbe just a few things you will learn howto use for a more naturally cleanedhome. Samples of homemade productswill be given at class.Course # FUN 1400.(1) $53/12 Thur. 6 - 7 pmIowa Falls, ECC Bullock Jones HallRoom 100Instr: Julie ForgyLeisure, Recreation & FunLet’s Dance! Public Dance inMarshalltown with D.J.Faythe KubikFriday, Feb. 6 , 201. If you like todance, grab your dancing shoes and getready to move! D.J. Faythe Kubik willbe playing allstyles of greatdance music!Fabulous 50’s& 60’s.swinging bigband,romantic softrock, popularcountry,energizingpop, andsultry-sizzlingLatin! You do not have to be takinglessons to attend. These public dancesare for all adults - young through theyoung-at-heart! If you like to dance -come! Location - Iowa ValleyContinuing Education ConferenceCenter, Room 808. Admission: $10person. Complimentary dance lesson:7:45 to 8:10 pm. Dance: 8:15 to 11:15pm. Facility is a non-smoking, nonalcoholicbuilding. Bring your ownbeverage or purchase pop there.Register for anyEdVenture course atwww.IowaValley.com641-752-4645 Register online at www.IowaValley.com Page 41

Leisure, Recreation & FunPencil Me InJoin other writers at the Toledo Libraryfor sharing and inspiration. Bring yourpoetry, play, essay, or “great Americannovel.” This group is for those who loveto write and/or have a writing projectthat they wish to complete. The meetingtime is the second Wednesday of everymonth; however, check with the libraryin case the meeting date had to bechanged.Course # FUN 1050.(4)Free4/8 Wed. 6 - 7 pmToledo, Public Library, 206 E HighInstr: Jan ArendsNew Railroads - Our Past &Their PlaceWho would steal an entire train? Howdid this theft result in the death penaltyas well as the first Congressional Medalof Honor recipients? Phil Borleske is arailroad enthusiast who can answer thesequestions and present even morefascinating facts about railroads in theUnited States. He also can shareinteresting stories about trains in ourlocal area. Be prepared to be amused andamazed. Registration for this event is atthe Toledo Senior Center with DebPeska, Director. Please register early tobe among the 20 people who can attend.Registration is open to anyone 60 yearsof age or older. Register by calling DebPeska at 641-484-3839.Course # FUN 1250.(1) $104/20 Mon. 1 - 2 pmToledo, Community Center, 103 S ChurchInstr: Phil BorleskeSewing & QuiltingClassesEnjoy these fun sewing and quiltingclasses with experienced instructorsValorie Bonk and CharleenRichtsmeier.So...You Want to Learn toSewCome and try out a variety of differentsewing equipment, learn how it worksand the best application for its use. Youwill be able to look at and try scissors,rotary cutters, mats, measuring tools,rulers, squares,triangles, pins,needles,threads, andmore. Yourinstructor willguide youthrough thishands on classtime withsuggestions andideas for you. Whatever your motivationis for learning to sew you will want toattend this class as a quick way toshorten your learning curve. If you havea sewing machine you are welcome tobring it to the class and work with itunder the guidance of your experiencedinstructor. Registration deadline is 1-22-15.Course # FUN 2019.(1) $291/31 Sat. 9 am - NoonMarshalltown, IVCE Room 608Instr: Valorie BonkTake Your Next Step!If your desired career pathrequires a college degree,check out Ellsworth CommunityCollege, MarshalltownCommunity College and IowaValley Grinnell. Financialaid/scholarships are offered,outstanding training isguaranteed! Call now to enroll.IOWA VALLEYcommunity college districtmarshalltown ellsworth grinnellcontinuing educationSewing 101Sewing 101 is for the beginningseamstress wanting to learn some basictechniques and care of your sewingmachine. During the fun filled class youwill learn how to care for your sewingmachine, adjust the tension, choose theright presser foot, needle and thread foryour project. You will learn tricks andtips useful in mending blue jeans,hemming, patching, and sewing onsnaps, hooks, and buttons with yourmachine and by hand. You will learnsome basic hand stitches you can use tosew on the scout badges. You will learnwhat it means when your thread keepsbreaking or when the thread balls upunder your fabric and how to troubleshoot these problems. You will need tobring your sewing machine, owner’smanual, extension cord, power strip, andold sheet or scraps of material, buttons,snaps, hooks, assorted sewing machineneedles, assorted hand sewing needles,3-4 different colors of thread andbobbins, scissors, and a sack for yourscraps of thread and material.Registration/payment deadline is 1-22-15.Course # FUN 2020.(2) $291/31 Sat. 1 - 4 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 608Instr: Valorie BonkFinely Finished QuiltBindingsFinishing a quilt involves more than justenclosing those raw edges. What elseneeds to be done to complete theproject? What are the various optionsavailable for ‘binding’ the quilt? Howare bindings made and applied? Whenand how do you make and use a biasbinding? How do you make a neat andaccurate mitered binding corner? Justhow and where do you ‘connect the startand finish off the binding? You will alsolearn about novelty finishes includingthose adorable little Prairie Points. Theycan be made by several differentconstruction methods and their use canbe varied by size and placementmodifications. The combination ‘handson’and round table discussion formatwill give participants the opportunity tosee and try examples of manytechniques. Practice piece samples willbe used (no need to bring projects readyto bind, to class). Registration deadlineis 1-29-15 and the supply list will besent after registration.Course # FUN 2001.(2) $392/7 Sat. 9 am - 4 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 614Instr: Charleen RichtsmeierPage 42 Register online at www.IowaValley.com 641-752-4645

Let’s Talk About Your QuiltBring your quilt(s) to share what youknow about it and learn something youdon’t know about it. Any quilt in anycondition, vintage or contemporary, largeor small, utilitarian or heirloom, has aunique story to tell. Professional QuiltAppraiser Val Bonk and AQS CertifiedQuilt Appraiser Charleen Richtsmeierwill enjoy looking at and talking aboutyour quilt with you. They may be able tooffer clues about it’s age, fabrics thatwere used in its construction, the namesof the blocks or the setting of the design,the techniques that were used toassemble and quilt it, and generalhistorical information about the era inwhich it was made. ‘Let’s Talk AboutYour Quilt’ is a round table, group typeevent. Valorie and Charleen will also beable to offer valuable information aboutthe handling and care of quilts, and how,when and why written quilt appraisalsare important. Participants may comeand go as their schedules permit, or planto spend the whole time absorbing asmuch information and looking at asmany quilts as possible. Each participantis asked to bring at least one quilt andpre-register so the special room set upwill accommodate all who are attending.If you wish to have a written appraisal ofyour quilt you may contact Charleen toset up an appointment in advance (641847 2879). Written appraisals are legaldocuments and the fee is $35 each.Register one week prior to the class.Course # FUN 2003.(6)2/9 Mon. 2 - 7 pmCourse # FUN 2003.(7)4/14 Tue. 2 - 7 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 608Instr: Charleen RichtsmeierMachine QuiltingLearn to machine quilt on your ownmachine. You will try your hand at grid,stitch-in-the-ditch, outline, stipple,meander, echo, machine quided, freemotion, machine tying, machineapplique, and novelty quiltingtechniques. Beginners throughprofessionals will benefit from thisinformative and challenging fun filledclass. This is one of the best classes thatCharleen offers. Hundreds of peoplehave taken this class from her and youwon’t want to miss it. You will go homewith a great set of handouts and havingexperienced things with your machinethat you have never even thought ofbefore. You will need to bring yoursewing machine and other items. Thesupply list will be emailed to you afterthe registration deadline which is 2-19-15.Course # FUN 2000.(3) $393/7 Sat. 9 am - 4 pmMarshalltown, IVCE Room 614Instr: Charleen RichtsmeierPersonal &FinancialDevelopmentBookin’ With SallyCalling all readers! Come to the TamaLibrary to join a book club that readsbooks and talks about them. Guaranteedto be fun. Everyone is welcome!Course # PFD 1218.(4)Free4/16 Thur. 7 - 8 pmTama, Public Library Room TBAInstr: Sally WillettCertification: HumanResource PreparationThese extraordinary times require HRprofessionals to demonstrate addedvalue to employers and set themselvesapart from their peers for careeradvancement. Maybe it’s time to earnyour SHRM Certified Professional(SHRM-CP) or SHRM Senior CertifiedProfessional (SHRM-SCP) credentials.This course is designed to makepreparing for the exam easier and moreefficient by offering the best exampreparation system available in aclassroom environment. A course fee of$950 includes the SHRM LearningSystem print modules, online learningsoftware, access to the Online ResourceCenter, and over 30 hours of instruction.Contact Sandy.Supianoski@iavalley.edufor PHR/SPHR eligibility requirementsand class information flyer.Course # PFD 1400.(2) $9502/17 - 4/21 Tue. 6:30 - 9:30 pmOnline, via the InternetInstr: Jason SaffoldStation Street ReadersThis group of readers meets monthly todiscuss books as well as to enjoy theirhour together. Their book selectionsoffer lots of variety, and they are nothesitant to have a lot of fun together.Join them for a pleasant hour away fromthe daily grind. Call Dianna DunningLibrary Director, if you have anyquestions.Course # PFD 1239.(4)Free4/16 Thur. 7 - 8 pmChelsea, Public Library, 600 Station StInstr: Dianna DunningLeisure, Recreation & Fun/Personal & Financial DevelopmentEstate Planning - AGR 3400.1Do you consider yourself a young family with youngchildren? Do you have questions such as; why do we needa will, how can we hold title to property, how much lifeinsurance is enough? Estate Planning for Young Familiesis offered for you!AGR 3500.3 & AGR 3500.4Often thousands of dollars in taxes can be avoided bygood planning. Estate Planning will provide backgroundinformation to assist participants to work more effectivelywith their professional & legal advisors. The topics willinclude: property ownership, wills, federal estate tax, Iowainheritance tax, gifting, trusts, and gift taxes. This programis beneficial to everyone, not just farmers.Steve Kenkel has 30 years of law experience.Cost is $30 for single & $40 per couple.641-752-4645 Register online at www.IowaValley.com Page 43

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OnlineBusinessCreating Cell Phone Apps for your Business ....................7Mobile Marketing................................................................8Voice-Overs...Now is Your Time! ....................................10Leisure, Recreation & FunCoaching Authorization Series..........................................37Human Growth & Development - CoachingAuthorization ................................................................37Prevention, Care, Medical Safety Problems &Concussions - Coaching Authorization ........................37Professional Ethics & Legal Responsibilities -Coaching Authorization ................................................37Structure & Function of the Human Body - CoachingAuthorization ................................................................38Techniques & Theory of Coaching - CoachingAuthorization ................................................................38Personal & Financial DevelopmentCertification: Human Resource Preparation ....................43ChelseaLeisure, Recreation & FunMurder Most Foul ............................................................41Personal & Financial DevelopmentStation Street Readers ......................................................43DysartArts & CraftsBe Inspired ..........................................................................5GenevaArts & CraftsBasic Blacksmithing............................................................4Blacksmithing Level 2 ........................................................5GrinnellAdult Education & LiteracyHSED Preparation - Grinnell..............................................3Multi-Skills - Grinnell ........................................................3Arts & CraftsChair Caning/Hand Caning ................................................5Critter Creations: Needle Felted Animals ..........................5EnvironmentCommon Tree Health Threats & Growing Healthy ShadeTrees ............................................................................20Composting 101 ................................................................20Edges: Using Woody Natives on Yard Boundaries ..........22Food: Gardening With Nature ..........................................22Green Yard Makeover, The ..............................................21Native Plants: For Pollinators, Birds & You ....................21Organic Pest Control ........................................................20Plan Your Ideal Vegetable Garden ....................................20Seed Starting ....................................................................20Smart Tools for The Farm & Garden................................20Start Your Own Worm Bin................................................20Water: Making It Work for You ........................................21Wild Edible Plant Walk ....................................................22FoodsExplorations into Gluten-free Baking ..............................23Home Brewing 101 ..........................................................24How to Make Kombucha..................................................24Making Your Own Sauerkraut ..........................................24Health & WellnessIntro to Meditation ............................................................31Make Your Own Herbal Products For Wellness ..............31Leisure, Recreation & FunCreate Your Own Smart Phone Microscope ....................38Firearm Maintenance ........................................................39HubbardHealth CareersNurse Aide ........................................................................33Iowa FallsAdult Education & LiteracyHSED Preparation - Iowa Falls ..........................................3Multi Skills - Iowa Falls ....................................................3Arts & CraftsArt Appreciation..................................................................4Art History II ......................................................................4Ceramics..............................................................................5Ceramics II..........................................................................5Computer Art ......................................................................5Painting ..............................................................................6Painting II............................................................................6ComputersAndroid Phone Basics ......................................................10Computer Basics ..............................................................10iPad - Basic Use for Beginners ........................................12iPad - Level II ..................................................................12iPhone Basics ....................................................................12Pinterest ............................................................................14Driving & TransportationAARP Driver Transportation ............................................16CDL Pro Driver Prep 80 hours - Iowa Falls ....................18Driving Unimpaired (DUI) Iowa Falls ............................19Moped Safety ....................................................................19Families & RelationshipsChildren in the Middle - Iowa Falls..................................22Edges of Truth ..................................................................23Health & Human Service ProfessionalsCardiac Dysrhythmias ......................................................25Leisure, Recreation & FunBlack History Month ........................................................37Natural Cleaning ..............................................................41Health CareersPharmacy Technician ........................................................27January - April 2015 Index by Community641-752-4645 Register online at www.IowaValley.com Page 45

January - April 2015 Index by CommunityIndustry & TradesReal Estate - Autopsy of a Contract..................................29Real Estate - Ethics ..........................................................29MarshalltownAdult Education & LiteracyEnglish as a Second Language - Marshalltown..................3HSED Preparation - Marshalltown ....................................3AgriculturePrivate Pesticide Applicator Recertification Training ........4Beekeeping..........................................................................4Estate Planning....................................................................4Estate Planning for Young Families....................................4Arts & CraftsDraped Hyperturfa Pots ......................................................6Drawing ..............................................................................6Painting ..............................................................................6Pottery ................................................................................6Woodcarving Membership ..................................................7Woodcarving ......................................................................7Business$Cash$ in with a Successful Home-Based Business ........10Agile Scrum: A Practioner’s Class......................................7At Home Study Orientation: Medical Insurance Billing orMedical Terminology or Notary Publica ........................8Beginner’s Guide to Getting Published ..............................9How to Earn Extra $Money$ with Mystery ShoppingBusiness ..........................................................................9HR Basics for Entrepreneurs/Small Business ....................7HR Employer Panel Discussion: Compliance vs. Risks ....8Makes $Money$ with a Typing/Word ProcessingBusiness ........................................................................10Meet the Publisher - Get Your Manuscript Critiqued ........9Real Solutions to Your HR Questions ................................8Repurpose & Create from Your Everyday Things..............8Save $Money$ with Extreme Couponing!..........................9Self Publishing vs. Traditional Publishing: Which is BestforYou? ................................................................................9Seven Simple Secrets to Financial Freedom ......................9Communication & LanguageSpeechcraft........................................................................10ComputersDigital Pictures & Projects................................................11Digital Storage ..................................................................11Easy Excel Data Dynamics, Charts & Pivot Tables ........11Easy Excel Formulas & Functions....................................11Easy Excel Tasks & Tools ................................................11Easy Excel Tips Tricks & Shortcuts ................................12Facebook For Families......................................................12Get Social..........................................................................12KISS Computer Keystone ................................................13KISS Email........................................................................13KISS Excel........................................................................13KISS for Computers (Keep It Simple Series) Back bypopular demand ............................................................13KISS Internet ....................................................................13KISS Word 2010 ..............................................................13What’s up with Windows 8? ............................................14Creative RetirementBuild Your Own Little Free Library ................................15Book Discussion Group ....................................................14Botanical Gardens & Ape Cognition Day Trip ................15Caulkins Nature Center & Ellsworth Equestrian Center DayTrip ................................................................................15Creative Retirement Membership ....................................14Creative Retirement Roundtable ......................................14Great Decisions Discussion Series....................................14History of Jazz Part 2 - A Masterpiece by Midnight -Series 10 ........................................................................15History of Jazz Part 2 - Dedicated to Chaos - Series 7 ....15History of Jazz Part 2 - Risk - Series 8 ............................15History of Jazz Part 2 - Swing: The Velocity ofCelebration - Series 6....................................................15History of Jazz Part 2 -The Adventure - Series 9 ............15Marshalltown Local TV Station (McTV) Luncheon ........16Political Observations: The Current Scene and Iowa’sUnique Caucuses - Spring Kickoff Luncheon ..............14Skydiving Luncheon ........................................................16Veteran’s Honor Flight Luncheon - Featuring GuestPresenter, Vic Hellberg..................................................16Washington D.C. Trip ......................................................16Driving & TransportationAARP Driver Safety ........................................................16Bus Driver 3 Hr refresher ................................................16Bus Driver STOP part 2 - Face to Face ............................18CDL Pro Driver Prep 80 Marshalltown............................18Driver Improvement Program ..........................................19Driving Unimpaired (DUI) Marshalltown........................19Driving Unimpaired (DUI) Marshalltown - Spanish........19Moped Safety ....................................................................19Emergency Medical ServicesEmergency Medical Technician........................................19EMS Evaluator..................................................................19EMS Instructor Update ....................................................20Families & RelationshipsChildren in the Middle - Marshalltown ............................23How To Talk So Kids Will Listen ....................................23REAL Parenting ................................................................23REAL Relationships..........................................................23Health & Human Service ProfessionalsAcute 12 Lead EKG Changes ..........................................27Advanced 12 Lead EKG (2 Days) ....................................27BLS for Healthcare Providers ..........................................24BLS for Healthcare Providers - Skills test........................24Cardiac Dysrhythmias ......................................................27Child Abuse for Mandatory Reporters..............................25Congestive Heart Failure ..................................................27Page 46 Register online at www.IowaValley.com 641-752-4645

Dependent Adult Abuse for Mandatory Reporters ..........25Heartsaver CPR/AED........................................................25Heartsaver CPR/AED/First Aid - Skills test ....................25Heartsaver CPR/AED/First Aid ........................................25Hemodynamics..................................................................27Hospice: A Special Kind of Caring ..................................26Infection Control & OSHA Regulations for the DentalPractice ..........................................................................26Infections Diseases in Today’s World Traveler for theDental Professional ......................................................26MDS Submission, CASPER Reporting System, & CaseMix Report Training......................................................28Myocardial Infarction........................................................27OASIS-C1 Submissions & CASPER Reporting System ....Training ........................................................................28Pacemakers........................................................................27Pediatric Assessment/Airway Management......................28Pediatric Emergencies ......................................................28Play Therapy: Advanced Skills of Play Therapy..............29Play Therapy: Diagnosing Childhood Disorders ThroughPlay Therapy ................................................................29Play Therapy: Introduction to Non-Directive PlayTherapy..........................................................................28Play Therapy: Introduction to Sand Tray Therapy ..........30Play Therapy: Multicultural Aspects of Play Therapy......29Shock ................................................................................27Supervising in Health Care Facilities ..............................30Valve Disease & Pericarditis ............................................27Health & WellnessBreastfeeding Your Baby ..................................................30Lamaze Prepared Childbirth ............................................31Mom & Baby Breastfeeding Session................................32Noon Pilates ......................................................................32Noon Pilates Half-time......................................................32Pilates 101 ........................................................................32Sibling Class......................................................................32Yoga ..................................................................................33Health CareersMedication Aide................................................................33Nurse Aide ........................................................................33Pharmacy Technician ........................................................33Phlebotomy Technician ....................................................34Industry & Trades10 HR OSHA Safety Training ..........................................34Ampacity Calculations......................................................34Basic MIG Welding ..........................................................34Basic Training Water Treatment ......................................34Box Sizing Calculations....................................................34Career Pipe Welding ........................................................34Commercial Service Calculations ....................................36HVAC Basic ......................................................................36National Electrical Code Update ......................................36Residential Wiring ............................................................36Voltage Drop Calculations ................................................36Welding Basics..................................................................36Welding for Maintenance & Repair..................................36Leisure, Recreation & FunAlluring Salsa Nightclub Hustle, The ..............................39Alluring Salsa & Nightclub Hustle - Part 2......................40Crocheting for Beginners..................................................38Dog Obedience..................................................................38Finely Finished Quilt Bindings ........................................42Fun & Popular Foxtrot/Two Step - Beginning Level,The ................................................................................39Fun & Terrific - It’s Time to Swing! - Beginning Level ..40Good Times! Line Dance Workshop ................................40Let’s Dance! Public Dance in Marshalltown with D.J.Faythe Kubik ................................................................41Let’s Talk About Your Quilt..............................................43Machine Quilting ..............................................................43Oh So Cool West Coast Swing & Carolina Shag -Beginning Level ............................................................40Oh So Cool West Coast Swing & Carolina Shag -Part 2 ............................................................................40Rhumba with a Tango Flair ..............................................40Rhumba with a Tango Flair - Part 2 ................................40Sewing 101........................................................................42So...You Want to Learn to Sew ........................................42Wonderful Rock Sway ......................................................41TamaAdult Education & LiteracyHSED Preparation - Tama ..................................................3Multi Skills - Tama ............................................................3Personal & Financial DevelopmentBookin’ With Sally............................................................43ToledoArts & CraftsUpcycled Mosaic ................................................................6Communication & LanguageBody Language ................................................................10FoodsFabulous Fudge for Gifts & Goodies................................24Health & WellnessAging & Memory..............................................................30Meditation/Relaxation With Hypnosis..............................32Smoking Cessation with Hypnosis ..................................33Weight Loss With Hypnosis..............................................33Leisure, Recreation & FunAntique Appraisal..............................................................36Battle at Sea ......................................................................37Great Garden Sculptures ..................................................39Pencil Me In......................................................................42Railroads - Our Past & Their Place ..................................42January - April 2015 Index by Community641-752-4645 Register online at www.IowaValley.com Page 47

Registration Form/Fórmula de RegistroRegistration Form/Fórmula de RegistroIowa Valley Continuing Education3702 S. Center St. • Marshalltown, IA 50158Fax: 641-752-1692lIOWA VALLEYcontinuing educationName/Nombre:_____________________________________________________________________________Address/Dirección:__________________________________________________________________________City/Ciudad:___________________________________________ Zip/Código de área:____________________Phone/Teléfono: Day/Día _______________________________ Night/Noche___________________________Date of Birth//Fecha de nacimiento___________________________ Email______________________________SS # ________________________________ Sex/Sexo: Male/Masculino_______ Female/Femenino_________Do you consider yourself to be Hispanic/Latino?/¿Se considera usted hispano/latino? Yes/Si NoIn addition, select one or more of the following racial categories to describe yourself/Además, seleccione una o más de las siguientes razas que lo describan: American Indian/Alaskan Native/Indio Americano/Nativo de Alaska Black or African American/Negro o Afroamericano Asian/Asiático Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander/Nativo de Hawái o una isla del pacífico White/BlancoCourses/ClasesTitle/Título________________________________________________________________________Course No./# de la clase________________________________ Course/Curso $________________Title/Título________________________________________________________________________Course No./# de la clase________________________________ Course/Curso $________________Method of Payment/ Método de pago1. Check attached for $__________Cheque adjunto por $__________• Payable to/pagable a: IVCCD• Write your course number on your check. If you are paying for tuition for someone else,write his/her name on the check. (Escriba el número del curso en el cheque. Si usted estápagando por alguien más, escriba el nombre de esa persona en el cheque)• Mail this form and your check to the above address.(Mande esta fórmula y el cheque a la dirección descrita anteriormente.)2. Credit Card/)/Tarjeta de crédito (encierre la opción correspondiente) (circle)Mastercard Visa DiscoverCredit Card No.______________________________ Exp. Date_______________# de Tarjeta de crédito:_____________________Fecha de expiración: ____________Your signature/Firma _______________________________Your registration is complete when payment is received./Su matícula se completará cuando el pago sea recivido.www.IowaValley.comRefunds will be issued to students who drop the class at least one day prior to the class start date. No refunds will be issued for classes dropped on or after the class start date.Se hacen devoluciones de dinero a estudiantes que cancelan una clase por lo menos un día antes del inicio de esta. No se hacen devoluciones de cancelaciones hechas el día quecomienza o después de que comienza la clase.Iowa Valley Community College District is a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. IVCCD is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (www.ncahlc.org; ph. 312-263-0456) and the Iowa Department of Education.IVCCD and its colleges have articulation agreements with Iowa’s Regent universities and many private colleges in Iowa. It is the policy of Iowa Valley Community College District to provide equal educational and employment opportunities withoutdiscriminating on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, marital status, national origin, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation and gender identity. Harassment related to any legally protected characteristic is a violation of thispolicy. Students who feel they have been subjected to discrimination in violation of this policy may file a formal complaint through the District Complaint Procedure. Iowa Valley Continuing Education students who feel they have been discriminatedagainst are advised to contact Jacque Goodman, Equity Officer, at 641-844-5640 or Jacque.Goodman@iavalley.edu. Complaints may also be filed with the Iowa Civil Rights Commission in Des Moines at (515) 281-4121, or with the Office for CivilRights, U.S. Department of Education, in Chicago, IL, at (312) 730-1560.Page 48 Register online at www.IowaValley.com 641-752-4645

6 Easy Ways to RegisterRegister early! Payment at the time of registration is required for all Continuing Education classes. Registration inclass is not guaranteed until full payment is received. Classes often fill rapidly, and we cannot guarantee last minuteregistrations. Early registration can also prevent a lightly attended class from being cancelled.1. Register and pay online at www.IowaValley.com2. Call usGrinnell: 641-236-0513 or 1-800-756-0513Iowa Falls: 641-648-8621 or 1-800-322-9235, ext. 8621Marshalltown: 641-752-4645 or 1-800-284-48233. Bring it to usGrinnell: 123 6th Ave. W.Iowa Falls: Ellsworth Community College, Bullock Jones Room 100Marshalltown: Iowa Valley Continuing Education Center at 3702 S. Center St.4. Email us at ivceinfo@iavalley.eduUse the registration form as a guide and include payment information.5. Fax us at 641-752-1692Complete the registration form and include payment information.6. Mail it to IVCE, 3702 S. Center St., Marshalltown, 50158Send registration form with payment made out to IVCCD TWO WEEKS beforeyour class(es) starts.Information We NeedNo matter how you register, please provide your full name, home address, phone number, birth date,(plus Social Security # and/or professional license number, if applicable), and the course number(s)you’ve selected, with payment.Payment MethodsAt the time of online, phone, fax and email registration, we accept credit/debit card and purchase order(third party) payment. For in-person and mailed registrations we also accept cash, checks, and moneyorders for the exact amount of purchase, made out to IVCCD.IVCE Refund PolicyTo withdraw your registration before a class starts, please call 641-752-4645 or 1-800-284-4823.Refunds will be issued to students who drop the class at least one day prior to the class start date.Please note that some classes may have earlier advertised cancellation deadlines. No refunds will beissued for classes dropped on or after the class start date.If a course does not have sufficient enrollment to justify holding classes, we reserve the right to cancel,combine or change the class schedule. If the class you registered for is cancelled you will be contactedand a 100% refund will be processed.

lIOWA VALLEYcontinuing education3702 S. Center St. l Marshalltown, IA 50158Iowa Valley Continuing Education wants to help you!Unemployed or underemployed? Want to makemore money or advance in your workplace?Looking for a career, not just a job? IVCE hasfunding and assistance available for thoseeligible to help you find a new career or advancein your current job. Participating programsinclude:• Machine Operator Program• Career Pipe Welding• Welding for Maintenance & Repair• MIG (wire) Welding• HVAC Basic• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)• Medication Aide• Emergency Medical Technician• Phlebotomy• Pharmacy• Class A CDL Professional Driver PreparationLike us on FacebookFind out more about how the GAP and PACE programs may be able to help you.Contact Jennifer Rice in Marshalltown at 641-844-5629 or Molly Hippen in Iowa Falls at 641-648-8511.Visit us at www.IowaValley.com. Look inside for our great January to April 2015 classes.