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Today’s Education for Tomorrow’s Jobs

■ Professional Certifi cations

■ Career Programs

■ Professional Development

■ Computer Programs

■ Corporate Training

■ Small Business Development Center

■ ESL & High School Profi ciency

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Professional Certifi cations . . . . . . . . . .1

High School Equivalency Exam Prep . . . .2

Career Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Professional Development . . . . . . . . . .6

English as a Second Language (ESL) . . . .7

Computer Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

New Courses for Beauty Professionals . . 10

Small Business Development Center . . . 11

Corporate Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Registration Instructions . . . . . . . . . . 21

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Workforce Development

Raritan Valley Community College off ers innovative programming for businesses

and workers to help build a strong, secure and productive workforce.

RVCC Main Campus 118 Lamington Road Branchburg

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PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS

CPA Exam Review (Online) BUCEThis comprehensive CPA Exam review program is a four-part exam preparation program to become a

Certifi ed Public Accountant. The course reviews the four major areas of study: State Regulations, Auditing

and Attestation, Financial Accounting and Reporting and Business Environment and Concepts. All materials

are included, as well as individualized online assistance from the instructor.

Course Fee: $3,200 CRN 60154 Thu & Sat Jan 14 – Jun 30 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

CERTIFIED MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING BUCEThis two-part series of courses prepares you to take the Certifi ed Management Accounting (CMA) exams. You

do not need to take part one before part two, however you will need to complete and pass both parts to become

a CMA Professional. These courses are sponsored by the Institute for Management Accounting (IMA). All course

materials are included. Prerequisite: Understanding of basic accounting fundamentals.

CMA Part I: Financial Planning (Online) BUCELearn accounting methods to improve your career with passing the Certifi ed Management account exam.

This course reviews elements of fi nancial planning for performance and control. The course presents the

following concepts: planning, budgeting and forecasting, performance management, cost management,

internal control, and professional ethics. This online course convenes on Tuesdays from 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm.

Course Fee: $1,500 CRN 60152 Call 908-218-8871 for course schedule information.

CMA Part 2: Financial Decision (Online) BUCE

This course examines the strategies of fi nancial decision making. Concepts presented in this course:

fi nancial statement analysis, corporate fi nance, decision analysis and risk management and investment

decisions. This is a test preparation for the second part of the Certifi ed Management Accounting

Certifi cation. Textbook included.


PROFESSIONAL PAYROLL BUCEThis course is the second of a two-part series leading to a nationally recognized certifi cation as a payroll

professional and prepares participants for the Certifi ed Payroll Professional (CPP) examination. You are given

intensive training on complex payroll functions and regulations. Issues such as benefi ts and human resources

departments are also presented. This course is intended for individuals with payroll experience or who have

passed the Fundamentals of Payroll class. Topics include: federal taxation and withholdings, payroll systems

What to do with the treasures in your attic and beyond?

Find out how to get started making money by selling on eBay and/or

craigslist. Join this class for beginner to intermediate eBay users.

Learn, step-by-step, how to make money the fun and easy way.

Course Fee: $55 CRN 60179 Mon Mar 28 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Selling on eBay

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and reporting payroll taxes, FLSA “white collar” exemption rules, understanding fringe benefi ts, and the impact

of benefi t plans on the payroll process. All materials are included.

Course Fee: $790 CRN 60177 Sat Feb 6 – Mar 26 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

SIX SIGMA SERIES BUCESix Sigma presents a rigorous, focused and highly eff ective implementation of proven quality principles and

techniques. Six Sigma aims for virtually error-free business performance while using statistics to measure the

variability in the process. This is an ideal course for anyone who desires to improve an organization’s measure of

quality to near perfection. Six Sigma is a disciplined, data-driven methodology that strives to eliminate defects

in any process from manufacturing to transactional and from product to service. This training is one of the most

popular and in-demand business certifi cations in today’s job market. These classes presents real life simulation

exercises, practical examples and case studies. Learn information that is useful guidance for practical application

needed to pass the exam. All course materials are included.

Green Belt (36 hours)


Black Belt (48 hours)


Project Management BUCEGain the skills needed in today’s demanding job market. This program features 36 hours of training which

includes an overview of the ten knowledge areas and fi ve process groups contained in the ANSI standard

for Project Management. The class is based on generally accepted practices as prescribed by the Project

Management Institute (PMI). Note: the educational requirement is just one of several needed to be eligible

for the exam. Visit the PMI website at http://www.pmi.org for more information. At least one year of project

management experience is recommended for this course. Exam study and test-taking strategies, questions

and practice fi nal exam are provided. Students should purchase the textbook before class. The book is available

in the RVCC College Bookstore, 908-231-8808.

Course Fee: $1,089 CRN 60157 Tue Jan 19 - April 5 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

HIGH SCHOOL EQUIVALENCY Exam Prep

This course is designed for anyone who desires to pass the High School Equivalency exam. This

course off ers a study skills review and comprehensive instruction of all the subject areas needed

to pass this test. Practice exams, pre-testing and post-testing evaluations are provided. High

School Equivalency exam testing is conducted at the RVCC Testing Center. Textbook available at

the RVCC bookstore.

Course fee: $240 CRN 60167 Mon/Tues Feb 8 - Apr 5 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm

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Career Programs designed in partnership with local industry

Automotive TechnicianAmerica runs on four wheels, and it’s

speeding up. Self-driving cars, electrics,

hybrids, and new innovations every

year means that now is a fantastic

time to become a qualifi ed Automotive

Technician. Every day “under the

hood” will bring you a new surprise or

challenge, so it’s no wonder US News & World Report ranked Automotive Technicians as one of

the “100 Best Jobs in America.”

Our hands-on full-time program is geared toward one thing: Turning you into an Automotive

Technician built for the 21st century.

Program Cost: $12,300

Local job placement assistance is available.

Learn More:

Jason Jones 908-526-1200 x8507 | [email protected]

Advanced

ManufacturingHave you ever held a well-made tool?

You can instantly feel the weight,

the balance, the rightness of a thing

designed for a purpose. You too can

know the satisfaction of a job well

done as an Advanced Manufacturing

student at RVCC. In our hands-on certifi cate program, you’ll master the machine basics, precision, and

advanced technical skills you need to become a manufacturing professional in today’s growing market.

Pursue one of these industry specialties:

Manual Mill Operator Engine Lathe Operator Manual Machinist

Or combine courses and “stack” your credentials in our step-by-step CNC Production Technician

Certifi cation Program. All graduates receive their industry recognized NIMS certifi cation and OSHA10

card. Job placement assistance is available.

Learn More:

Joanie Coff aro 908-526-1200 x8639 | [email protected]

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more Career Programs


Environmental Control Technology (HVAC/R)

TechnicianKnowledgeable HVAC/R Technicians are in high demand. Businesses are “going

green.” Homeowners want to shrink their heating and cooling bills, and new

technology is rapidly making any HVAC system from a few years ago just too

expensive to keep. The U.S. Department of Labor expects this explosion of cost-

eff ective HVAC systems for homes and businesses to create over 90,000 new

HVAC Technician jobs by 2020.

Master the skills and design theory of today’s cutting-edge heating and

refrigeration industry and launch your career as an HVAC/R Technician.

Someone has to design climate controlled systems, and/or install, repair or

maintain thousands of units soon. It might as well be you.

Pursue one of these two HVAC Career Tracks at RVCC:

1-year Certifi cate (31 credits) – Residential Systems ONLY. Prepare for an

entry-level technician position.

2-year AAS Degree (62 credits) – Residential AND Commercial training.

Prepare for any level HVAC position, including matriculation for a B.S. in HVAC

Applied Engineering with Pennsylvania College of Technology.

Learn More:

Paul Flor 908-526-1200 x8617 | paul.fl [email protected]

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Career Programs designed in partnership with local industry

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CosmetologyWhether it’s creating up-dos, asymmetrical cuts, color, perm, blow-outs,

manis, pedis, or a throwback bee hive, as a Cosmetologist you are the last

word in style. RVCC’s salon-focused approach teaches you the skills and

attitude to be successful by working with actual clients. RVCC Cosmetology

Students also participate in local fashion shows, community events, and

stylist competitions to keep them on the cutting edge of style trends.

Skin Care Specialist - Coming Fall 2016As a growing number of women and men seek out professional treatments

to reduce the eff ects of aging, esthetics has become a highly desirable

career. In fact, the Bureau of Labor Statistics projects careers as Skincare

Specialists will grow by 40% between 2012 and 2022.

Great skin care, followed by professional makeup, can change the way a

client feels about his or her appearance. This program will teach you skin

Fitness SpecialistDo you love exercising and enjoy sharing your enthusiasm for fi tness with others? Consider a career as a

Fitness Specialist. Our nine-month program, designed in partnership with the local fi tness industry, will

care treatments, including electrotherapy, and the physiological eff ects of massage. You will explore the

foundations of makeup to be able to off er clients a total look that is harmonious with their features and

face shape. The program will prepare you to take the New Jersey State Board Esthetics licensing exam.

Program Cost: $6,900

Learn More:

Marcia H. Bird 908-526-1200 x8618 | [email protected]

qualify you for national certifi cation as a personal trainer. You will

receive in-classroom instruction, as well as practical experience in

the fi eld. Cooperative experience, combined with 15 hours of hands-

on training, will give you the experience and confi dence to work with

clients and launch a successful career.

Learn More:

Betty Beede 908-526-1200 x8626 | [email protected]

The demand for qualifi ed stylists is growing. Begin your Cosmetology career today.

Program Cost: $13,216 (includes tuition, materials, & fees)

All graduates receive their industry recognized PBA (Professional Beauty Association) membership. Local

job placement assistance and fi nancial aid are available.

Day and night classes are available to fi t your schedule.

Learn More:

Marcia H. Bird 908-526-1200 x8618 | [email protected]

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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

NEW! Introduction to Project Management BUCEThe ultimate success or failure of a project is directly related to the quality of the planning process for the

project. This course provides an overview of the methods and procedures used to plan work, estimate costs

and develop a project schedule.

Course Fee: $215 CRN 60168 Thu Mar 3 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Course Fee: $215 CRN 60169 Thu Apr 21 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

NEW! Dynamic Presentations BUCEWe present ourselves every day in a professional environment. Dynamic Presentations will focus on your

ability as a high impact communicator in small and large groups. It will refi ne your existing skills and

develop new techniques for stronger communication. The workshop focuses on understanding the needs

of your audience and planning your presentation. Participants will prepare and deliver a brief presentation

and enhance the use of their voice and body language to enhance their speaking skills. They will receive

feedback from the group as well as the option to have one-on-one coaching from the instructor.

Course Fee: $100 CRN 60170 Tue Feb 23 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Course Fee: $100 CRN 60171 Wed Apr 20 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

NEW! Understanding Working and Communication Styles BUCEUtilizing the DiSC online profi le that determines an individual’s working and communication style, you

will gain an understanding of the four styles. You will also have an opportunity to get the results of your

personal assessment.

Course Fee: $100 CRN 60178 Wed Feb 24 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

NEW! Fundamentals of Customer Service BUCEA customer service mentality means that you are always thinking of ways to satisfy and exceed customer

needs. All of your day-to-day activities focus on making a positive impression, being responsive and having

every customer believe that they can count on you. Excellent customer service is a great way to diff erentiate

your organization from others.

Course Fee: $100 CRN 60175 Fri Mar 4 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

NEW! Effective Interviewing and Selection BUCEThe answer to the hiring dilemma is a superior interview and selection process. Behavioral interviewing

is a method that anticipates future performance based on past performance. You will learn how to easily

analyze any job and relate the real requirements to the assets and limitations of each candidate. The

workshop will also provide an overview of employment laws to ensure that all steps in the recruitment

process follow employment laws.


NEW! Time Management BUCEIf you feel pressed for time and driven by your workload, our Time Management class off ers skills to rethink your

relationship with your workday tasks. You will learn how to make organized decisions quickly, take charge of

paperwork, and create timelines so you can map workable lead times to complete projects.


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NEW! Workplace Discrimination & Harassment BUCEThis course is designed to raise awareness about workplace harassment and discrimination and reduce or

prevent incidents of misconduct. Besides introducing staff and managers to the equal employment opportunity

(EEO) laws, the course also helps employees identify the diff erence between discrimination and an illegal

“hostile environment,” promotes appropriate behavior, and reduces the potential for harassment claims.


NEW! Email Etiquette BUCERevisit and critique your email style. Your goal is to write polite, short, business-oriented email messages that

get the work done and nurture good email relationships. Our class will address:

• Using sentence structure for balance and easy comprehension

• Choosing salutation, tone and signature styles

• Putting the business up front

• Making good grammar decisions

• Using tense wisely

• Closing action messages

Course Fee: $55 CRN 60174 Fri Apr 15 8:30 am - 12:30 pm

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RVCC offers basic instruction in

for individuals with little or limited knowledge of English

www.raritanval.edu/esl

ESL English as a Second Language

• Basic ESLCourse Fee: $360 CRN 60158 Sat Jan 23 - Apr 9 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

• ESL Level 1ACourse Fee: $360 CRN 60159 Wed & Thu Jan 27 - Mar 3 6:00 - 9:00 pm

• ESL Level 1BCourse Fee: $360 CRN 60160 Wed & Thu Mar 10 - Apr 14 6:00 - 9:00 pm

• ESL Level 2ACourse Fee: $360 CRN 60161 Tue & Thu Feb 2 - Mar 10 6:00 - 9:00 pm

• ESL Level 2BCourse Fee: $360 CRN 60162 Tue & Thu Mar 15 - Apr 21 6:00 - 9:00 pm

Each course is 36 hours


COMPUTER TRAININGNEW! Introduction to Computers CTCEThis is a basic introductory course. Anyone who has a fear of computers will become comfortable with basic

terminology and concepts. Students learn the evolution of computers, types of PCs, the Input-Process-Output

cycle and how to identify system components. The use of input and output devices and how to manage disk

drives and change monitor settings is also presented. You will learn how to manage fi les, folders, use e-mail,

and browse the Web with Internet Explorer. Prerequisite: Keyboard Profi ciency. Textbook included.

Course Fee: $125 CRN 60147 Fri Jan 29 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Course Fee: $125 CRN 60148 Thu Feb 11 8:30 am - 4:30 pm


Course Fee: $125 CRN 60150 Tue Apr 19 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Microsoft Basic Word CTCEMaster the most widely used word processing software in the world. Learn to create and edit documents,

move and copy text, special formatting, and more. Prerequisites: MS Windows or equivalent knowledge and

keyboard profi ciency. Textbook included.

Course Fee: $125 CRN 60133 Sat Jan 23 - Feb 6 9:00 am - 12:00 pm


Course Fee: $125 CRN 60129 Fri Feb 12 8:30 am - 4:30 pm



Course Fee: $125 CRN 60132 Fri May 6 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Microsoft Intermediate Word CTCEContinue to master the powerful features of MS Word. Learn to add new features to create enhanced charts.

Topics include working with sections and columns, formatting tables and importing data, using styles and auto

text, headers and footers, and templates. Textbook included.

Course Fee: $125 CRN 60139 Sat Feb 13 - Feb 20 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Course Fee: $125 CRN 60134 Mon Feb 15 8:30 am - 4:30 pm


Course Fee: $125 CRN 60136 Tue Mar 29 8:30 am - 4:30 pm


Course Fee: $125 CRN 60138 Thu May 19 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Microsoft Basic Excel CTCEExcel is an easy-to-use spreadsheet program. Topics include entering and editing data and creating charts,

modifying worksheets, using functions and formatting worksheets and alternative user input.

Prerequisites: MS Windows or equivalent knowledge and keyboard profi ciency. Textbook included.

Course Fee: $125 CRN 60140 Sat Feb 27 - Mar 12 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Course Fee: $125 CRN 60106 Thu Jan 28 8:30 am - 4:30 pm


Course Fee: $125 CRN 60108 Tue Feb 9 8:30 am - 4:30 pm




Course Fee: $125 CRN 60112 Wed Apr 6 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Course Fee: $125 CRN 60115 Thu May 5 8:30 am - 4:30 pm8

Microsoft Intermediate Excel CTCEMaster an array of MS Excel functions and formulas that will transform your spreadsheets. Explore new and

exciting graphs and charts. Learn to design and organize the best possible worksheet. Generate easy editing

and reduce your editing time. Resolve common printing problems and discover the power tools of Excel. Topics

include working with large worksheets and working with multiple worksheets and workbooks.

Prerequisites: MS Excel Basic or equivalent experience. Textbook included.

Course Fee: $125 CRN 60141 Sat Mar 26 - Apr 2 9:00 am - 12:00 pm



Course Fee: $125 CRN 60118 Sat Feb 27 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Course Fee: $125 CRN 60119 Sat Mar 12 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Course Fee: $125 CRN 60120 Tue Mar 15 8:30 am - 4:30 pm



Course Fee: $125 CRN 60123 Sat Apr 2 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Course Fee: $125 CRN 60124 Tue Apr 12 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Course Fee: $125 CRN 60125 Sat Apr 23 8:30 am - 4:30 pm


Course Fee: $125 CRN 60127 Sat May 21 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Microsoft Excel Advanced CTCEMaster the tools needed for today’s demanding job market. Topics include advanced functions in statistics

and fi nance, lookup and data tables, conditional formatting, pivot tables, and exporting and importing.

Prerequisite: MS Intermediate Excel or equivalent experience. Textbook included.

Course Fee: $125 CRN 60142 Sat Feb 13 8:30 am - 4:30 pm




NEW! Microsoft Excel Advanced / Pivot Tables CTCELearn a powerful tool that can tabulate and summarize data in spreadsheets. This is an ideal course for anyone

who writes formulas in Excel. This feature saves time and work. Learn to present information in a report format

by using Pivot tables. Experience using Excel is required.

Course Fee: $125 CRN 60146 Mon Apr 4 - Apr 11 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Microsoft Basic PowerPoint CTCECreate powerful presentations using the new features of Microsoft Offi ce PowerPoint. Learn with hands-on

activities. Topics include building new presentations, formatting and proofi ng, using drawing tools, enhancing

and delivering presentations using WordArt and clip art. Prerequisites: MS Windows or equivalent knowledge

and keyboard profi ciency. Textbook included.

Course Fee: $125 CRN 60098 Wed Jan 27 8:30 am - 4:30 pm



Course Fee: $125 CRN 60101 Mon Apr 18 8:30 am - 4:30 pm


Microsoft Intermediate PowerPoint CTCEThis course will build on the basics of PowerPoint and go in depth into template creation and advance features

when delivering presentations. Prerequisites: MS Basic PowerPoint or equivalent experience. Textbook included.





Microsoft Offi ce Project CTCEDiscover how MS Offi ce Project will help assess projects through all phases. MS Offi ce Project will transform

how you initiate, execute, monitor, and close projects leading to faster completion times. Students learn how

to create and defi ne projects, work with invested parties, set estimations, and manage multiple task calendars.

This instructor-led course provides students with the knowledge and skills to build, maintain, and control

focused project plans. Familiarity with project management concepts and terminology is recommended as

well as basic Windows navigation skills. Textbook included.

Course Fee: $175 CRN 60151 Mon Feb 8 – Feb 29 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

AutoCAD I CTCEThis class provides a guided, hands-on environment to learn the basics of AutoCAD. This course is an introduction

to basic CAD (Computer Aided Drafting) techniques using AutoCAD software. Fundamentals of drawing and

editing are presented and practiced. Class size is limited. Purchase textbook before class. The book is available

in the RVCC College bookstore.

Course Fee: $219 CRN 60165 Sat Jan 23 – Feb 20 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

AutoCAD II CTCEThis course is a continuation of AutoCAD I. Youare challenged with additional guided hands-on exercises to

learn the intermediate concepts of AutoCAD. Discover techniques of layering and advanced editing. Textbook

available at the RVCC Bookstore.

Course Fee: $219 CRN 60166 Sat Feb 27 – Mar 26 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

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New Courses for Beauty Professionals Makeup is a Science: This Look and Learn Program is designed for the artist looking to be prepared for their next masterpiece in makeup design. This class will teach you how to transform a client’s makeup from everyday wear to bridal to avant-garde to special eff ects. Presented by Kryolan Professional Makeup artist Ulrike Bege a CIDESCO certifi ed Esthetician and accomplished makeup artist having worked in Germany, Switzerland and Dubai and most recently the US. Course includes Supracolor makeup kit and manual. Course Fee: $65 CRN 60182 Mon Feb 29 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Fierce Conversations: This one-day workshop provides the foundations and tools to have more robust conversations in your life. Based on the book Fierce Conversations by Susan Scott. This program is designed for salon owners and managers wanting to achieve success at work and in life one conversation at a time. Presented by Scott J Buchanan, owner of four AVEDA Lifestyle Salons in Manhattan and Brooklyn. Course includes toolkit and Fierce Conversations book. Lunch included. Course Fee: $99 CRN 60183 Mon Mar 28 9:30 am - 5:30 pm

Learn More: Marcia H. Bird 908-526-1200 x8618 • [email protected]

SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTERACCOUNTING AND QUICKBOOKS CERTIFICATELearn the basics of accounting fundamentals and apply them to QuickBooks. Take the three courses

(21- hours) in sequence to earn a certifi cate or take each individually to acquire course-specifi c skills.

Accounting Fundamentals SBCELearn fundamental accounting procedures that complement QuickBooks for Small Businesses. Master concepts

needed for bookkeeping and learn accounting terminology used to operate fi nancial software (6 hours).

Course fee: $129

CRN 60025 Mon & Tue Jan 25 & 26 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

CRN 60028 Mon & Tue Feb 29 & Mar 1 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

CRN 60032 Mon & Tue Apr 4 & 5 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

CRN 60037 Mon & Tue May 9 & 10 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

QuickBooks for Small Businesses SBCELearn how QuickBooks can simplify the accounting process for a small business. Set up a business, record

transactions, understand the reports generated from QuickBooks and the components of fi nancial

statements. Prerequisite: Accounting Fundamentals or a good working knowledge of accounting principles

(6 hours).

Course fee: $129

CRN 60026 Mon & Tue Feb 1 & 2 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

CRN 60029 Mon & Tue Mar 7 & 8 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

CRN 60033 Mon & Tue Apr 11 & 12 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

CRN 60038 Mon & Tue May 16 & 17 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

QuickBooks Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable SBCEIn a simulated real business environment learn how to manage both the Customers/Sales and Vendors/

Expenses capabilities in QuickBooks. Perform and practice Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable

transactions and reporting. Prerequisite: QuickBooks for Small Businesses and a good working knowledge

of accounting principles (9 hours).

Course fee: $169

CRN 60027 Tue/Thu/Thu Feb 9, 11 & 18 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

CRN 60030 Thu/Tue/Thu Mar 17, 22 & 24 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

CRN 60034 Thu/Tue/Thu Apr 21, 26 & 28 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

CRN 60039 Tue/Thu/Tue May 24, 26 & 31 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

ENTREPRENEURIAL CERTIFICATE PROGRAM (ECP)Jointly sponsored by the NJSBDC and New Jersey community colleges, the statewide 39-hour Entrepreneurial

Certifi cate Program (ECP) comprises nine courses that will give you a good working knowledge of how to

start up and/or successfully manage a small business.

The Business Plan SBCECreate a sound business plan to help you manage your business more eff ectively and/or prepare to seek

fi nancing. Chart your course and improve your chances for business success (9 hours).

Course fee: $159

CRN 60041 Tue Jan 12, 19 & Feb 2 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

CRN 60042 Thu Apr 14, 21 & 28 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm 11

NEW! QuickBooks Model Offi ce SBCEAttendees will create a model offi ce company, post a large number of accounts payable and accounts

receivable transactions and reconcile their entries to the company’s profi t and loss report. Prerequisite: Must

have received the Accounting and QuickBooks Certifi cate. Seating is limited. To register, send an email to

[email protected] and provide us with your name, address, telephone number and desired class or call

the SBDC at 908-526-1200 x8516 (6 hours).

Course fee: Free

Tue/Thu Feb 23 & 25 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Tue/Thu Mar 29 & 31 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Tue/Thu May 3 & 5 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Tue/Thu June 7 & 9 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Legal 1 SBCEBe knowledgeable about the laws aff ecting business. Business owners will learn how to choose the

appropriate business structure, assess business risks, provide adequate protection and establish proper

record keeping and controls (3 hours).

Course fee: $59

CRN 60043 Wed Jan 13 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Legal 2 SBCEAttain a basic understanding of contract law, legal ownership of a business, stock, and partnership

agreements (3 hours).

Course fee: $59

CRN 60044 Wed Jan 20 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Seal the Deal: Winning Sales Strategies SBCENo one is a ‘born’ salesperson, yet we all live by selling something. Learn how to overcome anxiety and fear

of selling to achieve your sales goals. Program concepts include: the 5’knows’, the anatomy of a sale, how to

avoid 10 selling mistakes, what it takes to earn the sale and how to get to ‘yes’ faster (6 hours).

Course fee: $119

CRN 60045 Thu Feb 25 & Mar 3 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

CRN 60046 Tue May 17 & 24 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Mastering the Mental Side of Building a Business SBCELearn how to proactively handle and even benefi t from the inevitable challenges and setbacks you’ll face

along the way building your business. Finish up with solid ways to build your confi dence in any situation,

work through habits and fears that can hold you back, and create a support system that will help lead you to

success (3 hours). Registration is required.

Course fee: FREE

CRN 60047 Wed Mar 23 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

CRN 60048 Wed May 11 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Building Your Marketing Plan SBCELearn about market research, strategic marketing decisions, advertising and sales, public relations,

promotions, and networking. Find out about all phases of a marketing plan, how to defi ne markets and

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how to implement creative, low-cost guerrilla marketing (6 hours).

Course fee: $119

CRN 60049 Thu Mar 24 & 31 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

CRN 60050 Tue Jun 7 & 14 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Small Business Taxes SBCELearn which type of legal entity is the best structure for your company and receive information about tax

responsibilities based on the entity you choose. Find out what tax deductions you are entitled to (3 hours).

Course fee: $59

CRN 60090 Wed May 4 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Small Business Recordkeeping SBCELearn what records you need to keep, how to do your own bookkeeping, and how to use records as a

management tool. Find out processes you need to follow for tax deductions (3 hours).

Course fee: $59

CRN 60091 Wed May 11 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Understanding Financial Statements SBCELearn about spreadsheets, understanding revenue and expense, structure and relationships, meaningful

forecasts and projections, break-even analysis, balance sheets, P&L, and cash fl ow (3 hours).

Course fee: $59

CRN 60092 Wed May 25 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

For more Information about The Small Business Development Center visit our website www.sbdcrvcc.com

INTERNET MARKETING FOR SMALL BUSINESS CERTIFICATE PROGRAM (IMCP)Take this 9-hour program and expand your knowledge of the internet tools available for a business owner

to market a small business.

Introduction to Google Analytics SBCELearn how to use the powerful free reporting tool Google Analytics to measure the eff ectiveness of your

marketing eff orts (3 hours).

Course fee: $59

CRN 60052 Wed Mar 23 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Introduction to Google AdWords SBCELearn the basics of Google AdWords to: identify unique keywords and phrases that consumers are currently

using to fi nd your business (and competitors), write ads, design landing pages and set up a marketing

campaign (3 hours).

Course fee: $59

CRN 60051 Wed Apr 13 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Using Social Media to Promote Your Business SBCELearn the essential steps every small business owner should follow to introduce and manage a brand online. Evaluate

how the major social networking sites (i.e., LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Google+) promote business (3 hours).

Course fee: $59

CRN 60053 Wed Apr 20 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm


WEBSITE STRATEGIES FOR SMALL BUSINESSES

Planning Your New Website SBCELearn the biggest mistakes to avoid when building a website and what the search engines want. Find out

how to register your domain name, choose web hosting, accept payments online, and evaluate whether to

do it yourself or hire a professional (3 hours).

Course fee: $59

CRN 60054 Wed Mar 2 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Introduction to Search Engine Optimization SBCEUnderstand how to improve website visibility in the major search engines. Participants learn SEO best

practices to follow and have the opportunity to have websites critiqued during the session (3 hours).

Course fee: $59

CRN 60055 Wed Mar 9 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Creating Video for Your Website SBCEFrom planning to production to distribution, learn the basic skills and tools you’ll need to create professional

video content to promote your brand and publish it online (3 hours). Registration is required.

Course fee: FREE

CRN 60056 Wed Apr 6 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

STRATEGIC MARKETING CERTIFICATE PROGRAM (SMCP)Learn how to increase sales in your business and enhance your sales ability. Maximize your business sales

and profi tability by taking this 18-hour program.

Generational and Word-of-Mouth Marketing SBCELearn how to harness and implement a profi table WOM marketing plan that will overcome the challenge

of a fi ve-generation marketplace. Explore a variety of methods to create, encourage and facilitate word-of-

mouth communication to infl uence the buying behaviors of the target audience you serve (3 hours).

Course fee: $59

CRN 60057 Thu Jan 28 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

CRN 60058 Tue Apr 19 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Your Marketing Toolbox: Get Strategic SBCELearn how to create brand awareness, build trust, give people reasons to buy, and validate your customers’

buying decisions. Obtain repeat and referral business. Create a strategic marketing plan grounded in critical

foundations that will make your marketing endeavors exciting and rewarding (9 hours).

Course fee: $159

CRN 60059 Tue Feb 9, 16 & 23 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

CRN 60060 Thu May 12, 19 & 26 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

How to Network for Success SBCEExplore the why, where, and how to network offl ine and online. Learn to write and deliver an attention-getting

“elevator speech” that really works. Start networking immediately: bring your business cards and brochures to

class (3 hours).

Course fee: $59

CRN 60061 Thu Feb 11 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

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Outside-the-Box Marketing SBCEGain the multiple exposures you need to gain brand recognition and trust within your target market. Design

and launch the best tactics to achieve the repeat and referral business you need to achieve your goals (3 hours).

Course fee: $59

CRN 60063 Tue Mar 1 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

CRN 60064 Thu Jun 2 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

GENERAL COURSES

NEW! Vision Boards for the Entrepreneur SBCEThis interactive and creative workshop will help you solidify and focus your business vision. Vision boards are

helpful tools that serve as a visual reminder and representation of what is important to you. Each participant

will create an individual vision board and visual presentation of goals (3 hours).

Course Fee: $59

CRN 60078 Thu Jan 14 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

NEW! Best Practices for Managing Small Business Operations SBCEThis course will cover problem analysis, process engineering, productivity measurement and project

management techniques. Participants will compare their operations model against “Best of Breed” competitors

to explore improvements. We will use lecture, Q&A, business and student case reviews to enhance student

learning (6 hours).

Course Fee: $119

CRN 60079 Wed Feb 10 & 17 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

NEW! Eff ective Goal-Setting for You and Your Employees SBCEHate setting goals? You’re not alone. Learn how to make this necessary task an invigorating part of

managing your business success. Participants will explore eff ective goal-setting techniques to ensure an

integral and results-oriented process (3 hours).

Course Fee: $59

CRN 60080 Mon Feb 22 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

NEW! Fundamentals of Public Relations SBCEThis course is a real-world orientation to the practice of public relations (PR). Using case studies and current

media coverage, participants will learn about the impact an eff ective PR campaign can create for their

business. We’ll introduce essential tools for the PR practitioner, as well as exercises to practice and refi ne PR

writing skills. (3 hours).

Course Fee: $59

CRN 60081 Tue Mar 1 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Insourcing or Outsourcing: What Makes Sense? SBCEThis course will help participants diff erentiate between services which should remain within a business and

those which could be outsourced. The instructor will use lecture, Q&A, business case review and student

exercises to provide an understanding of this complex subject (2 hours).

Course Fee: $39

CRN 60065 Wed Mar 9 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm


Eff ective Interviewing and Selection SBCEThe key to eff ective hiring is having a superior interviewing and selection process. Behavioral interviewing

is a method that anticipates future performance based on past performance. Participants will learn how

to easily analyze any job and compare actual requirements to the assets and limitations of individual

candidates. The workshop includes an overview of pertinent employment laws (6 hours).

Course fee: $119

CRN 60066 Mon/Tue Mar 14 & 15 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

NEW! The 3 P’s: People, Process, and Product SBCEHow are your 3 P’s? Learn how the 3 P’s can make or break your company and what techniques can be used

to improve each, for continued business success (3 hours).

Course fee: $59

CRN 60067 Wed Mar 16 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Risk Assessment and Disaster Recovery SBCEThis course will teach students how to understand and evaluate risk, and to develop a disaster recovery

program that will protect their business interests. We will use lecture, Q&A, business case review and

student exercises to aid the student in developing these skills (2 hours).

Course Fee: $39

CRN 60068 Wed Apr 6 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

NEW! Dynamic Presentations SBCEThis course will focus on developing your ability to communicate in small and large groups. You will

refi ne your existing skills and develop new techniques for stronger communication. You will also learn to

understand the needs of your audience when planning a formal presentation (6 hours).

Course Fee: $119

CRN 60082 Mon/Tue Apr 11 & 12 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

NEW! Time Management and Setting Priorities SBCEEvery minute of your day impacts the business. Learn how to make real choices about how and when you

spend your time. Create realistic objectives, recognize time wasters, use technology to manage tasks and

identify better ways to manage workloads (3 hours).

Course Fee: $59

CRN 60083 Mon Apr 18 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

NEW! Enhancing Your Team Development SBCEThis program is designed to help team leaders and members strengthen the skills and behaviors that are

essential to eff ective performance. We will discuss topics including high-performance team dynamics and

assessing team functioning, and provide ideas and examples for leveraging the strength of your business team.

(3 hours).

Course Fee: $59

CRN 60084 Tue Apr 19 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

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NEW! Results-Oriented Operations SBCEThis program will provide techniques and communications that will ensure your company is moving in the

right direction (3 hours).

Course Fee: $59

CRN 60085 Wed May 18 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

NEW! Lose the W.A.I.T. SBCEIs procrastination aff ecting your business? Learn how the new W (What and Why) A (Acceptance) I

(Imagination) T (Take action) program can help you develop the tools to transform your business and

personal goals (12 hours).

Course fee: $229

CRN 60086 Tue/Thu Jun 7, 9, 14 & 16 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

SBDC FREE COURSES

How to Purchase a Business or Franchise SBCELearn how to identify and then research a credible franchise or existing business (3 hours). Registration is

required.

Course fee: FREE

CRN 60069 Wed Jan 27 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

CRN 60070 Wed April 27 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Maximize Your Trade Show Investment SBCEDon’t underestimate the value of trade show and event marketing– the most powerful tools in your

marketing mix for uncovering and landing new business opportunities. Find out what you don’t know about

trade shows and how to choose your exhibit space, budget time and resources, promote your participation

(before, during and after), increase booth traffi c, capture the interest of those passing by (in less than 7

seconds), qualify visitors, and get the best follow-up results (3 hours). Registration is required.

Course fee: FREE

CRN 60071 Thu Feb 4 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

CRN 60072 Tue May 3 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

The Foodpreneur® 10-Step Recipe for Success SBCEDoes everyone tell you that you should be selling your salsa or brownies to the masses? You know that you

have a great recipe, but do not know how to turn it into a viable product? Take this course to get an overview

of what you need to consider as the key ingredients for success (3 hours). Registration is required.

Course fee: FREE

CRN 60073 Wed Feb 10 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Fundamentals of Customer Service SBCEIt’s a fact: 96% of unhappy customers don’t complain to the source, but they do spread their dissatisfaction

with a product, service or business by complaining to family, friends, co-workers and anyone who will listen.

This negative word-of-mouth can be very harmful to your business. In this course, learn how to analyze

customer service snafus, improve customer service skills and turn complaints into service opportunities with

a positive impact (3 hours). Registration is required.

Course fee: Free

CRN 60074 Mon Mar 7 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm


NEW! Doing Business with the Federal Government SBCEThe US Federal Government is the largest buyer of goods and services in the world. Learn the types of

products and services it procures and how to tell if the government is buying what your business is selling

(3 hours). Registration is required.

Course fee: FREE

CRN 60087 Tue Mar 8 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

NEW! Federal Small Business Certifi cations SBCEThis seminar will discuss the federal procurement 8(a) Business Development Program, HUBZone Empowerment

Contracting Program and Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) and Economically Disadvantaged Women-

Owned Small Business (EDWOSB) set-aside programs (3 hours). Registration is required.

Course fee: FREE

CRN 60088 Tue Mar 8 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

NJ Division of Revenue & Taxation Small Business Tax Workshop SBCEThe Small Business Tax Workshop is provided by the Division of Taxation at no cost to the participants.

Division personnel will explain proper procedures for collecting and remitting various New Jersey taxes. A

focal point of each workshop is the sales tax responsibilities of small businesses including the description of

taxable and exempt sales and services. Discussions will also highlight diff erent types of business ownership

and the tax consequences of each one (5 hours). Registration is required.

Course fee: FREE

CRN 60076 Wed Mar 9 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Crowdfunding: A New Alternative to Raising Working Capital SBCECrowdfunding has become a great alternative for small business owners to raise working capital for their

business ventures. Our workshop will help participants understand the principles associated with building

successful Crowdfunding campaigns and will show you how to use Crowdfunding to fi nance your goals (3hours).

Course fee: FREE

CRN 60095 Thu Mar 10 6:00pm - 9:00 pm

CRN 60096 Thu May 5 6:00pm - 9:00 pm

Mastering the Mental Side of Building a Business SBCELearn how to proactively handle and even benefi t from the inevitable challenges and setbacks you’ll face

along the way building your business. Finish up with solid ways to build your confi dence in any situation,

work through habits and fears that can hold you back, and create a support system that will help lead you to

success (3 hours). Registration is required.

Course fee: FREE

CRN 60047 Wed Mar 23 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

CRN 60048 Wed May 11 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Basics of Small Business Insurance SBCEAre you a new small business owner who is operating without insurance, and needs to learn the basics

of both insurance and risk management techniques... to protect your company from catastrophic loss?

This seminar will explain the types of insurance coverage needed to build a basic insurance program and

diff erent ways to buy insurance or how to self-insure (3 hours). Registration is required.

Course fee: FREE

CRN 60089 Mon Mar 28 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

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The Basics of Importing and Exporting SBCEHave a product that you would love to see distributed in the United States or do you have a product you want

to introduce to foreign markets? Learn what it takes to go from another country’s port to the United States

and vice versa. An overview of all key points you need to consider will be covered (3 hours).

Course fee: Free

CRN 60097 Mon Mar 28 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

NEW! Create Your Local Business Listing on Google, Bing & Yahoo SBCEGetting found in the search engines is critical for your business. This hands-on workshop is intended for

small business owners with brick and mortar stores/offi ces. We’ll show you how to create a Google My

Business account, and how you can create similar local business listings on Bing and Yahoo. Class size

is limited to 10 attendees and you must have an active Gmail account. Be sure to bring your password.

(3 hours). Registration is required.

Course fee: FREE

CRN 60075 Wed Mar 30 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Creating Video for Your Website SBCEFrom planning to production to distribution, learn the basic skills and tools you’ll need to create professional

video content to promote your brand and publish it online (3 hours). Registration is required.

Course fee: FREE

CRN 60056 Wed Apr 6 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Building and Financing Your Business SBCEAre you an entrepreneur who needs to learn about fi nancing your small business? Meet the people who

can assist you. The fi rst part of this seminar explains the process of how a business owner can obtain

fi nancing via diff erent methods and various lenders, and what resources are available to small businesses.

In the second part of the seminar attendees can meet lenders and discuss issues one-on-one (3 hours).

Registration is required.

Course fee: FREE

CRN 60077 Wed May 4 12:00 am - 3:00 pm


Are you a veteran who is interested in starting a business? The Small Business Development Center (SBDC)

is off ering scholarships for free training. Visit the SBDC website www.sbdcrvcc.com for program enrollment details.

VETERAN’S ENTREPRENEUR

CERTIFICATE PROGRAM

CORPORATE TRAINING

■raritanval.edu/customized

■908-218-8871 (select Option 5)For more information:

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While the areas of training are

limitless, we provide the following

areas of training:

Leadership Training

Project Management

Computer Technology

LEED Green Training

Communication

Writing & Presentation Skills

English as a Second Language

Accent Reduction

The Customized Training

Program off ers top-

quality training that can

be tailored to meet your

specifi c company needs.

By strengthening your

workforce, increasing

managerial eff ectiveness,

enhancing performance

and improving

profi tability, RVCC will help

position your company for

long-term success.

Classes may be delivered at your site or at our campus location.

We have the experience and resources to help put together an optimal training plan defi ned by your company’s goals, needs, and budget.

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COURSE SCHEDULES AND INFORMATION AVAILABLE ONLINEThis brochure is a partial listing of Workforce Development courses.

The full schedule can be found at: raritanval.edu/workforcecourses

Choose desired Term (i.e. “Spring 2016 CE”) and click on “Submit”.

Select desired areas and click “Search Class” to view listings. (Take note of the 5-digit

CRN, you will need this information in order to register.)

TO REGISTER ONLINE Select Your Courses:

Select “Online Registration” link.

Enter the desired five-digit CRN(s) which can be found in the course description or use

the Advanced Search to view course options.

Use the Schedule Builder screen to list desired courses. To add a course to the Schedule

Builder screen, bring your cursor to the course information displayed on the left side of

the screen and click and drag to the Schedule Builder.

Click "Register" (at bottom right corner) when you have completed selecting your

course(s).

Complete Registration:Have your credit card information available. RVCC accepts Visa, Mastercard and Discover, but does not accept American Express.

After completing your Schedule Builder, click the Student Sign-in screen.

When your account information displays, select "Proceed to Payment" and complete

the information.

REGISTER IN PERSON or BY MAIL In Person - at Raritan Valley Community College, Enrollment Services, 118 Lamington

Road, Branchburg, NJ 08876-1265

Mail Your Registration and Check to: Raritan Valley Community College, P.O. Box 3300,

Somerville, NJ 08876-1265.

PAYMENT IS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF REGISTRATION.

Download the registration form from raritanval.edu/workforce.

QUESTIONS? Call: 908-218-8871, select Option 1.

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