Taking a bite out of crime Oct 27, 2009
Continuing education units and certificates of completion are awarded for the training seminars. Class sessions are held either at the Galt House Hotel or at businesses that request a customized training program. (Louisville Business First, KY)
South Lee County, Naples Mailbag Oct 26, 2009
They do public education, give flu shots, pre-planning of buildings, continuing education, testing of fire hydrants, training, and more. They are not wasting taxpayer money either. (The News-Press -- Opinion)
Around Frisco Oct. 25 Oct 25, 2009
This designation was awarded to only eight individuals who completed at least fifty hours of continuing education last year. Receiving this designation from my colleagues means a lot to me, DePiazza said. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Business Digest: Housing counseling workshop today Oct 24, 2009
More than 40 office, healthcare and education furniture manufacturers will be present and eight continuing education credit classes will be offered throughout the day. Admission is free for both the show and the classes. (The News-Press -- Business)
MCC names new building after Vic McAvoy Oct 24, 2009
The 6,200-square-foot building was a dream of McAvoy s. The center serves as the official home for the college s Continuing Education Department and its Business and Industry Center. It is also the classroom home for both the Iowa Wesleyan University and the St. Ambrose University MBA programs at MCC.. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Tourism board approves funding requests under new allocation system Oct 24, 2009
The second "first" for the new process came with a funding request for $10,000 from the Continuing Education Co. for its fourth annual Primary Care Spring Conference, slated for two sessions from March 28 through April 10 at the Hammock Beach Resort ... "I found this application to be very interesting since I've been involved in continuing education services for many years," she said. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Weve got issues: A look at proposals 1, 2 and 4 Oct 23, 2009
Gray, a consultant for nonprofits, lauds Tri-C for its successes, such as the Corporate College facilities and popular continuing education classes. We have to be forward-looking in tough economic times, Gray maintains. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
Parent Academies: Helping Mom and Dad Face School Too Oct 23, 2009
Tasked with cherry-picking the best elements from other programs around the country (and tossing the worst), Karren Dunkley, deputy of the Philadelphia School District's Office of Parent, Family and Community Services, and her colleagues realized that they needed to ground the program within the context of adult continuing education. That is, if you're trying to teach adults something, give them the respect of having it resemble a real class, which meets more than once, reinforces lessons and... (Time.com)
Whitmire to receive award from nonprofit Oct 22, 2009
Former Houston Mayor Kathy Whitmire is returning to the city on Oct. 31 to receive the Founder Award from , a nonprofit organization focused on job placement, continuing education and vocational training that she helped establish. The award will be presented at the organization s 25th anniversary gala. (Houston Business Journal, TX)
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For more information, call NIACC Continuing Education at 641-422-4358 or 888-466-4222, extension 4358. The schedule. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
School board goes to school to explore the opportunities Oct 22, 2009
Many of you may not know the members of any school board in Texas are required to have a certain amount of continuing education credits each year. New members are required a few more hours than existing members. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
TheAcademy.com will begin selling new courses Oct 21, 2009
com is also authorized to provide continuing education units by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training and HR Certification Institute. Through this reseller agreement, TheAcademy. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
Tourism board takes another look at logo Oct 21, 2009
A $10,000 grant for the Continuing Education Co. for advertising and marketing of the Fourth Annual Primary Care Spring Conference to be held March 28 to April 10, 2010. The meeting begins at 9 a.m. in the Board Chambers of the Government Services Building, 1769 E. Moody Blvd., Bunnell. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
In My Corner Oct 21, 2009
Farmers, shopkeepers, tradesmen, and professionals alike are successful because they never shirk the concept of continuing education. Having identified their strengths, they invest time in reading to stay ahead in their field. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
College Education is Adapting to Ad... Oct 21, 2009
Adult learners are demanding more convenient continuing education opportunities from colleges and these schools of higher education are changing to meet their demand ... Although this model still has a place in higher education, its fading due to the ever growing number of adult students enrolling in continuing education programs ... Adult learners need the freedom to continue their lives, along with completing continuing education programs that improve career opportunities and meet financial... (Suite101.com)
HOLCOMB ELECTED TO JUDGES’ EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Oct 21, 2009
The County Judge s Association of Arkansas is composed of county judges from the state s 75 counties, who meet three times per year to present information and continuing education on national, state and local issues pertaining to more efficient operation of county government. Grant County Judge Kemp Nall was re-elected and will also represent the Southeast District of the state on the executive committee. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Are You An Entrepreneur? Series Premieres on The Business Channel At 6 pm Eastern Oct 20, 2009
Mr. Zegarelli is a frequent lecturer for accredited continuing education series on technology, entrepreneurship, and intellectual property issues. He is a member of the faculty of National Business Institute (NBI), teaching topics including, compliance, proving your case with computer forensics, and other topics in accredited seminars attended by lawyers as part of their continuing legal education. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Chain saw safety class offered Oct 20, 2009
For more information and registration, call the KCC Office of Continuing Education and Training at 245-8313. Further details of the course can be found by visiting and clicking on Training. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Tiger Mountain Vineyards well worth the drive up 441 Oct 18, 2009
But if you can't wait to make the trip, you'll find Tiger Mountain wines locally at East West Bistro, Harry Bissett's Caf;, The Classic Center and the Savannah Room at the Georgia Center for Continuing Education on the University of Georgia campus. GEORGIA VINEYARDS. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Prepare for your next professional challenge with an MBA Oct 17, 2009
In today's economy, an degree can be a major advantage for job seekers and professionals looking to advance within their organizations, and often employers will provide a stipend for continuing education. According to the nonprofit Executive MBA Council's most recent study of EMBA graduates, 23 percent reported salary increases, and 43 percent received promotions while enrolled in their programs. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
USF cuts fees to attract frustrated Cal State students Oct 17, 2009
The four regional campuses are in San Ramon, Cupertino, Santa Rosa and Sacramento, and all currently offer continuing education courses mostly at night. Eight new entry-level courses in philosophy, U.S. history, writing, public speaking, Spanish, statistics, psychology, politics and sociology will allow USF to use these classroom facilities during the day while helping CSU meet certain requirements. (East Bay Business Times, CA)
LETTER: Looking out for othersis part of reform effort Oct 17, 2009
I also have a professional certification (CPA) which I obtained at the first sitting of the exam and yes, Ms. Humphreys, I do maintain continuing education standards as required by my profession. Now, what this has anything to do with you is beyond me. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Rocky Mountain Commercial Real Estate Expo set for Nov. 10 Oct 16, 2009
5 hours of continuing education (CE) credit and as many as 8 hours of continuing legal education (CLE) credit. Speakers scheduled to appear include. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Daily News endorses Weber, Melink, Makinster for Longview City Council Oct 16, 2009
In 1984, at age 32, Weber became the city s youngest mayor, a position he held until leaving the council in 91 to devote more time to curriculum development and continuing education. Weber is familiar with this community s issues and concerns. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Wenham Selectmens Notes Oct 15, 2009
Selectwoman Harriet Davis suggested that since the principal responsibility of the liaison is to conduct continuing education on ethics for employees, using an online training program, that the town administrator might be an appropriate appointee. Chelgren will look into the role and responsibilities for the position. (Hamilton Wenham Chronicle, MA)
County commissioners address Shedds 1-1A secession request Oct 15, 2009
The court talked about the issue of ACND commissioners not having to complete continuing education hours. Smith readdressed some of the many memos Shedd sent to the ACND office regarding his fellow commissioners and the harbormaster. (Rockport Pilot, TX)
On ACC ALL ACCESS This Week: Starting On Thursday, October 15 Oct 15, 2009
This week's ACC All Access showcases the team's trip to the Durham Rescue Mission, which provides food, clothing, shelter, vocational training, continuing education, job placement, permanent supportive housing, and Christian counseling to families and individuals going through tough times. Then ACC All Access has a player profile on North Carolina field hockey senior forward Danielle Forword, who was selected as the Tar Heels' team captain for 2009 and named to South Africa's 22-player Olympic... (Theacc.com)
Forensic program avoids cuts with stimulus funds Oct 14, 2009
The program is intended to provide forensic professors with continuing education, Sponsler said. The workshops are not directed toward students but instead are for professionals to speak with professors in an effort to develop classes and courses. (Daily Orange, NY)
S'pore playing to win and next 2 years will not be any less challenging: NTUC Oct 14, 2009
com - S'pore playing to win and next 2 years will not be any less challenging NTUC. " onclick="Next();" src="/images/butt_next. (Channelnewsasia.com)
County treasurer puts foot down on policy changes Oct 13, 2009
In addition, the code includes continuing education as a consideration for eligibility ... He, however, liked the idea of providing education to whomever was elected to the office if they needed it and asked Norfolk to redraft the ordinance eliminating the college degree and certificate portions but leaving in the part about continuing education ... Supervisor Tom Tryon then asked if Jones' office would want to draft something along the continuing education lines and bring it back to the board. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Disaster education was key in Samoa tsunami Oct 13, 2009
"We need continuing education and, hopefully, improved warning instrumentation." ... "We need continuing education and, hopefully, improved warning instrumentation.". (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
ISU awarded oral health grant Oct 13, 2009
Those services include education in contemporary clinical methods to oral health professionals, innovative continuing education to health professionals and facilitating collaboration among oral health and health professions researchers across the country. In the future, the IOHI will also create a state-of the-art oral health care facility including classroom, clinics and laboratories with leading-edge equipment and technology designed for education and research. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
5 Essential Skills Needed for Succe... Oct 13, 2009
Continuing Education Abilities Desired of Graduates by Employers ... To succeed in any work place, adults must be aware of these vital skills employers want new employees to bring with them into the workplace after completing their continuing education ... These soft skills are formed from life experiences and developed during successful continuing education endeavors. (Suite101.com)
Best from Sunday Oct 12, 2009
The Athens Area Society for Human Resource Management will meet Tuesday at the University of Georgia;s Center for Continuing Education, 1197 S. Lumpkin St.. Permits issued in Athens-Clarke County the week of September 28 to October 2 as reported in the Hunt Letter. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Blueprint: Volunteer opportunities, calendar Oct 12, 2009
Blood Drive - 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Memorial Hall, 101 Sanford Drive and the University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education, 1197 S. Lumpkin St.; 1-6 p.m., The Lodge of Athens, 211 North Avenue. WEDNESDAY. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Two charged after Linn Tech student dies in fire Oct 12, 2009
boscoe wrote on Oct 9, 2009 1:27 PM:" Amen, Max. Also, the overcrowding would be temporary. If sentencing were much stiffer, and prisons were changed to be very uncomfortable houses of hard work and terror, word would get out and would-be offenders would think twice before committing the crime because prison would be mucgh worse than the existing short sentencing, three hot squares, and a life of body building and continuing education paid by taxpayers. ". maiximista wrote on Oct 9, 2009 12:28... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Human resource professionals meet Oct 11, 2009
com The Athens Area Society for Human Resource Management will meet Tuesday at the University of Georgia;s Center for Continuing Education, 1197 S. Lumpkin St. ... The Athens Area Society for Human Resource Management will meet Tuesday at the University of Georgia s Center for Continuing Education, 1197 S. Lumpkin St.. (Athens Banner-Herald)
UCC graduates 3,160 distance education students Oct 10, 2009
She underscored the importance of higher education to national development and said UCC instituted the Centre for Continuing Education to run the distance education programme to make higher learning accessible to all Ghanaians and appealed to the government to support it. She said the Centre, since its establishment in 2002, had undergone tremendous change in terms of programmes and the mode of delivery but would still pursue a five-year strategic plan to help address the growing challenges of... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Eckerd College partners with NYIF Oct 10, 2009
is adding new continuing education courses through a partnership with the. NYIF will provide financial education courses such as accounting, derivatives, portfolio management and trading. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
Aides Needed HHA or CNA Oct 10, 2009
Current Continuing Education if required by state. High school Diploma or GED. (Florida Today)
The 'Best Kept Secret' in Franklin County Oct 10, 2009
From 4-H and peer mediation training, to integrated pest management and household hazardous waste, to balancing work and family and child care provider training, to how to start a business and market analysis, to community emergency preparedness to continuing education on fire and rescue training, law enforcement training, nursing and more ... The office breaks down its information and services into the following categories: Youth development, agriculture and environment, family life, business... (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Whitfield gets nod to lead NCHSAA Oct 9, 2009
Norm Loewenthal, the director of the William and Ida Friday Center for Continuing Education, received a recommendation from an eight-person search committee a month ago and is expected to announce Whitfield's new position this afternoon. Adams recently told a group of athletic directors, principals and superintendents that the No. 1 choice of the search committee was expected to accept the position. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Wright-Patt institute gets new leader Oct 9, 2009
AFIT is the Air Force s graduate school of engineering and management, as well as its institution for technical professional continuing education. E-mail jcogliano@bizjournals. (Dayton Business Journal, OH)
Energy industry training fills a local need Oct 9, 2009
Through its Train ND and continuing education programs, the college has been rapidly expanding the range of programs offered. Deanette Piesik, executive director of Train ND and continuing education at WSC, said the programs they are currently offering are more varied than ever before and are seeing very strong enrollment so far this year ... The Train ND and Continuing Education program is located on the campus of Williston State College, 1410 University Ave., inside the Crighton Building. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Last time carbon dioxide levels were this high: 15 million years ago, scientists report Oct 9, 2009
UCLA is a national and international leader in the breadth and quality of its academic, research, health care, cultural, continuing education and athletic programs. Four alumni and five faculty have been awarded the Nobel Prize. (EurekAlert!)
Rogers set to run for 2nd term Oct 8, 2009
She has also worked as the director of continuing education for PCCUA since 1997. Rogers has been married for 18 years to Judge Russell Rogers of Stuttgart. (DeWitt Era-Enterprise, AR)
New scholarship program for large animal veterinary students Oct 7, 2009
The American Association of Bovine Practitioners is an international association of veterinarians organized to enhance the professional lives of its members through relevant continuing education that will improve the well-being of cattle and the economic success of their owners, increase awareness and promote leadership for issues critical to cattle industries, and improve opportunities for careers in bovine medicine. Comments. (Minnesota Farm Guide, MN)
Stress Management in Continuing Edu... Oct 6, 2009
Stress Management in Continuing Education. Stress Management in Continuing Education ... Continuing education can produce unusual stress for adults, especially those with full-time employment and families. (Suite101.com)
Wire your mind Oct 6, 2009
First founded in 2001 by Peter Morello, associate professor of Communications Studies, Nicole English, lecturer in Continuing Education, and Mike Strong, lecturer in Continuing Education, among others, WiredMind has been mostly inactive over the past few years. Strong and English have kept the Web site going by themselves. (University News, MO)
Letter: Get the facts; we have a great school system Oct 6, 2009
In order to achieve this we need to keep students in school and ensure they have continuing education. At Beverly High School we have increased the number of students who attend post secondary education from 70 percent to 92 percent in five years. (Beverly Citizen, MA)
The Maynard Public Library offers free pastel workshop Oct 6, 2009
Maichack is a faculty member at the Museum Studio School in the Fine Arts Museum Quadrangle in Springfield, and also teaches at Greenfield and Holyoke Community Colleges in their adult continuing education departments. This project is supported in part by funding by a grant from the Maynard Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency. (Beacon Villager, MA)
The NASDAQ Listing and Hearing Review Council Seeks Comments From Issuers On Corporate Governance Best Practices Oct 6, 2009
The issues the Listing Council is seeking comment on include, but are not limited to, best practices surrounding executive sessions of independent directors, continuing education and training for directors, the director election process, and shareholder interaction with directors. Following the collection of comments, the Listing Council will publish its recommendations. (Primezone Releases)
* [ LETTERS ] Oct 6, 2009
It is shocking that the Ministry of Education plans to amend its Supplementary and Continuing Education Act to ban cram schools from accepting students younger than six. I wonder whether the majority of teachers support this amendment. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Battery ingestion not uncommon in children; caregivers and physicians need education Oct 5, 2009
The authors say expeditious identification and treatment of button battery ingestion is crucial, for which continuing education must be provided to pediatricians, primary care, urgent care, and emergency room care providers, and otolaryngologists. The authors also concluded that increased public awareness is necessary to diminish the incidence of such ingestions. (EurekAlert!)
Thoughts To Bank On: Indiana Oct 5, 2009
The Buckeyes were more solid than spectacular, but the game featured the continuing education of sophomore quarterback Terrelle Pryor, who is gaining confidence in a more wide-open attack. Bill Greene has more in his feature "Thoughts to Bank on.". (Bucknuts.com)
Stretching the limit of benefits Oct 5, 2009
Harrison said traditional education assistance is phasing out, but the company has a Web site where continuing education materials are updated to help employees maintain their professional licenses. Two local companies that have begun offering concierge service in the past few years are in Fort Lauderdale and in Miami. (South Florida Business Journal, FL)
Physicians struggle with forms, reimbursements and lack of payment Oct 4, 2009
Demands such as more oversight, continuing education, number and length of forms which must be filled out in order to justify treatment to a patients insurer, more government forms required to maintain license, privileges, and to receive payment, most of which have imposed by our government. In many cases, the cost of completing and filing Medicare forms for payment is greater than payment received from the government, which has caused many physicians to cease in accepting this form of... (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Salem State sets sights on downtown expansion Oct 4, 2009
The new property could be a place for the college to add classrooms, and with its proximity to the MBTA station, Meservey said, it s a good fit for continuing education and graduate students. We would enjoy having more of a downtown presence, she said. (Georgetown Record, MA)
Financial and Production Management Training Available (7) Oct 4, 2009
This continuing education class is available to anyone interested in learning more about managing their operation. The course is designed to provide a variety of management and production tools to meet today s financial and production demands. (Great Falls Prairie Star, MT)
Massage Students Find Way To Finish Certification Oct 3, 2009
Because these students were so far a long in their education it was hard to place them in classes, so the college hired their former instructor, Natera, to finish the last 100 hours the students needed under the college's continuing education program. "We couldn't believe it. I pointed it out to them, they made this happen. They made this happen," said Natera. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Health Care Bill Nears Key Milestone Oct 3, 2009
Obama spending money at the adult and continuing education level is very commendable. Adults, for the most part, if they actually pursue more education, have a much greater appreciation for it than younger people, so spending in that area is fine by me (just like spending on police, fire, other first responders, military) but those are my personal preferences, other people may see it differently (I hope not too many though, as those are the basis of a free society ;>) Thanks, I think, for the... (CBS News)
COLUMN: Fight against forgetfullness Oct 3, 2009
If you live near a college, take a continuing education class. If you can t get to a college and you re computer savvy, many colleges offer online courses. (Malden Observer, MA)
Prep union breaking ties with UNC Oct 2, 2009
The university basically let the NCHSAA run itself since the 1940s, but UNC has taken a more active role recently, including conducting the search for Adams' successor through the William and Ida Friday Center for Continuing Education. Adams said he learned the NCHSAA was expected to cut staff as part of a general university belt-tightening, even though NCHSAA salaries are not paid by the university. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Board considers qualifications for tax collector Oct 2, 2009
I recommend that the board approve this ordinance, which establishes eligibility and continuing education requirements for this highly responsible position, Norfolk said. "> Calaveras Enterprise --> | | | | | | | | | | News Obits E-Edition News Board considers qualifications for tax collector By Claudette Langley | Posted: Thursday, October 1, 2009 10:31 AM CDT A request by the county s treasurer-tax collector to increase qualifications for her position was met by passionate protests from... (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
U. anticipates millions in online course revenues Oct 2, 2009
Growing trends in continuing education are contributing to a huge growth in online education, which shows no signs of slowing down, said Vice President of Continuous Education and Outreach Raphael Caprio ... Most University students will need to pursue continuing education throughout their lives in order to keep up with changing technologies, Caprio said. (The Daily Targum, NJ)
