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Accelerate -Career Workshops

• Career Basics
• Résumé
• Career Writing
• Workshop & Career Fair 
• Internship/Fellowship
• Interviewing
• Informational Interviewing
• Networking
• Job Search Strategy
• Collaboration: Workplace Knowledge & Group Skills

Career Pathways

 

Online Classes

ED2GO

Learn from the comfort of your own home. More than 250 on-line courses. Our instructor-facilitated online courses are informative, fun, convenient, and highly interactive.

ED2GO

(formerly Gatlin Education Services) offers over 100 online education programs designed to provide the workforce skills necessary to enter a new field or advance your current career. Our programs are designed by a team of professionals from each respective field, who work to provide you with an effective web-based learning experience. Instructors/mentors are actively involved in your online learning experience. They respond to any questions or concerns, as well as encourage and motivate you to succeed.

 

Career Pathways

Commercial Kitchen Food Safety and Sanitation Course

This course provides information and procedures on commercial food safety and sanitation. It is required for all processors using the Sostenga kitchen.  This course is co-taught with the New Mexico Environment Department’s Food Specialist and food consultant of the Sostenga kitchen. Course includes proper food handling; personal hygiene while processing food; sanitation of work surfaces; Critical Control Points; time, temperature and pH requirements; NMED Operational plans requirements; and food labeling requirements.
July 26, 2012
September 24, 2012
November 26, 2012
9:00am- 1:00pm
$25.00

 

24-Hour Occasional Site Worker

This is fulfills requirements for certification under 29 CFR, Part 1910. 120 (e) to the 24-hour Occasional Site Worker level. Receive a Certificate documenting compliance with the OSHA requirement for classroom training. 
April 23-27
Time: TBA
$230.00
 

40 Hour HAZWOPER (29 CFR 1910. 120)

This is in compliance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120 regulations, (40 hour HAZWOPER regulations) this training is required for individuals who plan to work in an area that is defined as a HAZWOPER Work Site. Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive a certificate of completion accepted by regulatory agencies.  This training is appropriate for employees who are potentially exposed to hazardous substances—including hazardous waste—and who are engaged in operations as specified by 1910.120(a)(i-V) and (1926.65 (a)(i-v).
May 14-18
Time: TBA
$465.00
 

24 HR OPERATIONS

This course trains first responders at the operations level to respond to releases or potential releases of hazardous substances as part of an initial response. Course participants
will learn how to protect nearby persons, property, or the environment from the effects of
a hazmat release by responding in a defensive fashion without actually trying to stop the
release. This course will train personnel to contain the release from a safe distance, keep it
from spreading, and prevent exposures.
This course combines lecture, group activities, exercises and a written exam.
This program meets OSHA requirements and NFPA recommendations for training at the
First Responder Operations level.

June 12 – 14   •  8 am – 5pm
Santa Fe,  4525 Highway 14, BLDG 1B
$375.00
For more information please contact Miguel Vigil at 505-917-6160

DECONTAMINATION PROFICIENCY

DeconPro Services are designed to teach the hazardous-material first responder and others to attain the highest-possible level of proficiency in personal decontamination and PPE
doffing. This is accomplished through interactive practice under controlled conditions and technical analysis of the results. All DeconPro services make use of the technology, tools
and techniques, and Contaminated Doffing Principles exclusive to HSA.
Date: Upon request (One day)
$352.00

NEW MEXICO LOCAL TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM NMLTAP

The NMLTAP is a collaboration between FHWA, NMDOT, and the local and tribal entities of New Mexico. FHWA and NMDOT provide the funding, NMLTAP provides expertise and
information, and the local and tribal entities provide new ideas, make requests, and give feedback.
For more information, contact Cecilia Romero at 575-581-4117

GRANT WRITING MADE EASIER!!

Grant writing is never easy but this training seminar teaches you everything you should know before you write!! Do you currently want to write a grant or have you written one that was not funded? Knowing the systematic steps to formulating a grant application, be it to a federal source or a foundation, is the key to achieving funding.This is a three-day session taught by michael a. Rivera, one of the best grant writers in the country with a 95% success rate resulting in $27 million dollars for organizations, public and private.   During this seminar, mr. Rivera will outline the eight most important strategies for writing and submitting proposals.

8 Key Seminar Take-aways
• How to find the grant you need – Funding Research
• How to gather the data you need – Data Collection
• How to design your program so that it is successful – Program Design
• Techniques on how to make your request clear and logical
• Outline of the components of a grant proposal
• Understanding how your grant will be reviewed
• Building partnerships for support of your proposal
• Packaging and submitting your proposal

This Seminar is geared for those who:
• Are new to grant writing
• Are experienced grant writers that need to strengthen their grant writing skills
• Are representatives from non-profit organizations, school districts, municipalities, state and local governments, faith-based organizations, etcWish to apply or have applied to federal, foundation and corporate grants?
In this seminar you will actually walk away with an outline of your organization’s grant proposal that can be modified and used in current or future funding opportunities.
Space is limited to 15 students and registration will take place on a first-come-first-serve basis.
Thursday-Saturday
April 19-21, 2012
8 am-4 pm
Cost for this webinar is $299.00

Electrical Exam Preparation

Students will learn electrical theory, NEC requirements, practical wiring, and related topics required to pass the NM State electrical exam EE98J. Completion of this course prepares the student but does not guarantee passage of the exam.  Ernest L. Tafoya has retired after 20 years after begin the instructor for the Electrical Technology program at Northern NM College El Rito Campus. He has provided training that prepares students for entry-level employment as an electrician apprentice or electrician’s helper.
Required materials: 2011 edition of the NEC and a scientific calculator.
June 14–18, 2012
Monday-Friday
6 pm – 8 pm
$75.00#
El Rito Campus, Electrical Department

 Fire Safety Training 

This fire safety trainings are designed to prepare you for a career as a Fire Fighter. The trainings provide entry- and advanced-level fire fighting skills in areas such as safety, firefighter preparedness, tools and equipment, firing devices, use of water, fire suppression, securing the control line and the use of maps, scouting, hazardous materials, and standards for survival. 

 

Advanced Firefighter Training

Date: TBA

Wildland Fire Chain Saw
Date: TBA

Basic Wildland Firefighter
Date: TBA

Career Pathway programs in the professional technical trades were developed with support from Los Alamos National Security (LANS).

WELDING PROGRAM – A BUILDING BLOCK TO YOUR CAREER – ESPAÑOLA CAMPUS

Northern New Mexico College is in the spotlight, mainly because of the growing demand for highly-skilled workers. The majority of your training will feature hands-on education where you will learn the ins and outs of the welding trade industry, and then aspire to excel in the specialty welding field in 8 short weeks. Students will learn shop and personal safety,
different welding processes, different metals, and basic metal identification and analysis. All students are required to bring these items: Student supply list: 4” grinder, leather shoes,
measuring tape, chipping hammer, long-sleeved shirt, leather gloves, wire brush, welding hood, needle nose pliers, striker, cutting goggles #44, crescent wrench, tip cleaner.
Total program cost: $2369.00. More info: Cecilia Romero, 505–747–5477, cromero@nnmc.edu

SUMMER SESSION I – FIRST 8-WEEK SESSION

Intro to Welding
May 7 – June 1, 2012
Monday – Friday
8 – 11:30 am

Fundamentals of Oxyacetylene
May 1 – June 1, 2012
Monday – Friday
12 noon – 3 pm

Practical Fundamentals of Arc Welding
June 4 – June 29, 2012
Monday – Friday
8 – 11:30 am

Inert Gas Welding
June 4 – June 29, 2012
Monday – Friday
12 noon – 3 pm

SUMMER SESSION II – SECOND 8-WEEK SESSION

Blueprint Reading
July 2 – July 27, 2012*
Monday – Friday
8 – 11:30 am

*July 4, 2012 Observe Independence Day
Practical Oxyacetylene Lab
July 2 – July 27, 2012*
Monday – Friday
12 noon – 3 pm

*July 4, 2012 Observe Independence Day
Practical Inert Gas Lab
July 30 – August 24, 2012
Monday – Friday
8 – 11:30 am

Hands-On Certification
July 30 – August 24, 2012
Monday – Friday
12 noon – 3 pm

SUMMER SESSION III – ONE-WEEK SESSION

Certification Intensive
August 27 – 31, 2012
Monday – Friday
8 am – 3:30 pm

FALL 2012 SESSION – FIRST 8-WEEK SESSION

Intro to Welding
September 3 – 28, 2012
Monday – Friday
8 – 11:30 am

Fundamentals of Oxyacetylene
September 3 – 28, 2012
Monday – Friday
12 noon – 3 pm

Practical Fundamentals of Arc Welding
October 1 – 26, 2012
Monday – Friday
8 – 11:30 am

Inert Gas Welding
October 1 – 26, 2012
Monday – Friday
12 noon – 3 pm

FALL 2012 SESSION – SECOND 8-WEEK SESSION

Blueprint Reading
October 29 – November 23, 2012
Monday – Friday
8 – 11:30 am

Practical Oxyacetylene Lab
October 29 – November 23, 2012
Monday – Friday
12 noon – 3 pm

Practical Inert Gas Lab
December 3 – 21, 2012
Monday – Friday
8 – 11:30 am

Hands-On Certification
December 3 – 21, 2012
Monday – Friday
12 noon – 3 pm

Continuing Education Welding courses are non-degree professional certification courses that can lead to employment upon AWS acceptance of  final evaluation.

Accelerate 

Career Workshops

Open to All NNMC Students at No Cost 

 

Invest About 90 Minutes a Month in Your Future

If you want a job after graduation, start looking now and consider an internship! Since 2009, less than half of U.S. college graduates found jobs in the year after graduation. Students who interned were more likely to find jobs and earned 15% more than those who did not. (Chasing the American Dream: Recent College Graduates and the Great Recession, By Charley Stone, M.P.P., Carl Van Horn, Ph.D., Cliff Zukin, Ph.D., May 2012, Rutgers University)

For questions about this career preparation series contact Career Coach and Academic Advisor Christy Dammen at 747-5443, cdammen@nnmc.edu.

 

Career Basics Workshop: How to Find Your Career, Take the Right Classes, and Retain Financial Aid

In this course you will take an online career assessment and learn where to find information on job salaries, availability, and requirements. Students will also learn about degree plans, NNMC’s catalog, transcripts, and how to avoid losing financial aid under strict new federal guidelines. After class, students will sign up for an appointment with the instructor to discuss career

options and fall class schedules. Students MUST know their Banner login and password to attend.

Thursday, Aug. 9, 12-1:30 pm, Johnson Controls/Sostenga, JCI 102

Friday, Aug. 10, 2-3:30 pm, Seledon Martinez Vocational Education Building/Nursing, VE 206 Computer Lab

Résumé Workshop: How to Write a Résumé that Excites Employers

In this course you will learn how to create a compelling and customized résumé.  Students MUST bring a correctly formatted electronic version of their resume (see site.nnmc.edu/page/career-services). After class, students will sign up for one-on-one appointments with the instructor to review their résumé as it relates to target employers in their career.

Thursday, August 23, 12-1:30 pm, Johnson Controls/Sostenga, JCI 102

Friday, August 24, 2-3:30 pm, Seledon Martinez Vocational Education Building/Nursing, VE 206 Computer Lab

Pitch Workshop: How to Talk About Yourself so Employers Listen

In this course students will write a pitch telling stories about their skills, strengths and accomplishments. They will also learn how to dress for interview and networking success. Students will sign up for appointments with the instructor to practice delivering a pitch without notes.

Thursday, September 20, 12-1:30 pm, Johnson Controls/Sostenga, JCI 102

Friday, September 21, 2-3:30 pm, Vocational Education Building/Nursing, Computer Lab

Career Writing Workshop: Cover Letters, Thank You Notes, & References

In this course students will learn how to write traditional and T-Form cover letters, reference sheets, thank-you notes, and interview follow-up notes. Students MUST bring a job description in their career area to this class. (Look up descriptions at www.indeed.com). After class, students will sign up for appointments with the instructor to review their cover letter.

Thursday, October 17, 12-1:30 pm, Johnson Controls/Sostenga, JCI 102

Friday, October 18, 2-3:30 pm, 2-3:30 pm, Seledon Martinez Vocational Education Building/Nursing, VE 206 Computer Lab

Workshop & Career Fair: Putting What You’ve Learned to the Test

In this course students will learn how to research and target companies of interest at a career fair. They will then attend a mock career fair and receive written feedback on their resume, pitch, dress, and knowledge of a company of interest to them. Students MUST bring copies of their resume, a reference sheet, and dress as if they were attending an interview.

Thursday, November 15, 12-2 pm, Johnson Controls/Sostenga, JCI 102

Friday, November 16, 2-4 pm, Seledon Martinez Vocational Education Building/Nursing, VE 206 Computer Lab

Internship/Fellowship Workshop: How to Get Critical Career Experience

In this course students will begin writing an internship/fellowship proposal. Students MUST prepare for this class by researching how their degree/experience might interest an employer in their field. Students will sign up for appointments with the instructor to review their proposals. Accelerate students will compete for actual paid internships. Other students can use their proposals to interest employers in internships.

Friday, December 14, 12-1:30 pm, Johnson Controls/Sostenga, JCI 102

Monday, December 17, 2 pm-3: 30 pm, Seledon Martinez Vocational Education Building/Nursing, VE 206 Computer Lab

Interviewing Workshop: Winning the Job

In this course students will prepare for phone screens, one-on-one, and panel interviews. They will learn about behavioral interviews, STAR stories, and how to answer tough questions. They will also practice in small groups and get expert feedback. Students MUST come dressed for an interview and bring a résumé, reference list, and job description to this class.

Thursday, January 24, 12-2:30 pm, Johnson Controls/Sostenga, JCI 102

Friday, January 25, 2-4:30 pm, Seledon Martinez Vocational Education Building/Nursing, VE 206 Computer Lab

Informational Interview Workshop: Interviewing Employers

In this course students will learn how to set up and conduct informational interviews with employees to learn about careers or get advice about how to get a job at that company. Students will draft questions and then turn in a report on an interview they conduct with an employer following the class.

Thursday, February 7, 12-1:30 pm, Johnson Controls/Sostenga, JCI 102

Friday, February 8, 2-3:30 pm, Seledon Martinez Vocational Education Building/Nursing, VE 206 Computer Lab

Networking Workshop: 85% of Students Get Hired Through Someone They Know!

In this course, students will learn how to network effectively in person and how to create a LinkedIn Profile to expand their contacts. Students MUST bring an electronic version of their résumé to class.

Thursday, March 21, 12-1:30 pm, Johnson Controls/Sostenga, JCI 102

Friday, March 22, 2-3:30 pm, Seledon Martinez Vocational Education Building/Nursing, VE 206 Computer Lab

Job Search Strategy Workshop: Strategies that Work

In this course students will learn how to create a job search activity plan and why just applying online only works about 15% of the time.  Students will learn how to target jobs that fit their skill and experience. They’ll also learn how going to parties and using ancient Chinese war strategies can be helpful.

Thursday, April 18, 12-1:30 pm, Johnson Controls/Sostenga, JCI 102

Friday, April 19, 2-3:30 pm, Seledon Martinez Vocational Education Building/Nursing, VE 206 Computer Lab

Collaboration Workshop: Workplace Knowledge & Group Skills

Students will role-play collaboration in the workshop, competing with other teams to meet goals. Students will then evaluate their own skills in these exercises as well as others in the group. Students will also play learning games concerning workplace expectations.

Thursday, May 16, 12-1:30 pm, Johnson Controls/Sostenga, JCI 102   

Friday, May 17, 2-3:30 pm, Seledon Martinez Vocational Education Building/Nursing, VE 206 Computer Lab

 

Espanola Campus

 

Guitar Ensemble 

Our guitar program (for beginning and experienced players) consists of an 8 week long curriculum that exposes  students to the wonderful instrument that is guitar. Students will begin to develop many levels of learning in this class including playing, reading music, performing for each other and others, collaborating, playing in groups, playing in pairs, playing solo, all while having lots of fun and developing a love for musical expression. (Beginning and experienced players are welcomed and will be accommodated) Students must provide their own acoustic guitar. Various styles of playing will be discussed and played especially as the program develops. This course is offered to ages 14- adult. Students must furnish their own ACOUSTIC/CLASSICAL GUITAR and folders, binders, or notebooks with lined paper and pockets for note taking and handout materials. 
 

Date: June 25- August 15, 2012 (excluding July 4th)

Monday/ Wednesday
6:00pm - 7:15pm

Fee: $95.00 + Book Fee

Kids College

This is a school that kids can’t wait to attend! For five weeks, kids will participate in 4 hours of activities daily—including arts & crafts, puppet making, jewelry making, nature walks, dancing, and other fun activities. Breakfast and lunch are included.
Limited to ages 3 – 8
June 4 – July 13 
MTWRF  •  8 am – 12 noon

Fee: $180.00

Computer Literacy

Computer literacy is the knowledge and ability to use computers and technology efficiently. This course is a broad introduction to the use of computers as tools for creativity, communications and organizing information.
This course will cover the following major topic areas:
• Windows personal computers and operating systems
• Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint as tools for writing, analyzing and presenting information
• Using the Internet for communications, research and entertainment
• Creating, editing and sharing pictures and video
• Ethical and responsible use of computer technology

Fee: $65.00
Date: July 7-August 15; Saturdays
Time: 10:00pm- 12:00pm
Ages 15 & up
instructor: Roman Tafoya

For more information contact Virginia Cata

Shotokan Karate

The traditional art of Shotokan Karate helps the student develop self-confidence, self-discipline, self-control, and self-defense. This class will be presented in a stress-free environment and is an excellent way to get in both physical and mental shape. Instructor Marc began studying Karate in 1961 with The Japan Karate Association in Philadelphia, and has been teaching it since 1972. He has taught at his own Karate schools (Dojo) and at various evening adult schools,
elementary schools, and other educational institutions in the Philadelphia area. Marc returns to the East coast every summer to upgrade his own technique and to teach seminars at Karate schools there.

Fee: $65.00
Date: July 2-September 19, 2012                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           Mondays & Wednesdays                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               Time: 6:15pm- 7:00pm Kids
           6:15pm- 7:30pm Adults
Ages 10 & up
Instructor: Marc Steiner

For more information contact Virginia Cata

 

ZUMBA Dance Fitness

The Zumba® program fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create a one-of-a-kind fitness program that makes working out fun. Students will experience interval training sessions, as fast and slow rhythms are combined with resistance training to tone and sculpt the body while burning fat.

July 30 – August 15  (MW)
August 20 – Dec 15 (MTWR/ punchcard)
6 – 7 pm 
Mondays-Thursdays
Fee: $65.00 for punchcard with 14 sessions
Instructor: Jessica Quintana

 

 

Beginning Yoga

Combines simple stretching, breath-work and meditation with no pain or strain. Mostly from a chair or standing. Learn to relax and rejuvenate while improving efficiency and effectiveness. Great for beginners or for anyone who wants to learn how to share simple techniques in a classroom, office or at home.

For more information contact Virginia Cata

Artisan Bread Making

Making a delicious artisan loaf of bread from scratch, by hand.
Date: TBA
Friday (5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.) & Saturday (9:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.)
Instructed by Kerry Kraker

For more information contact Virginia Cata

 

El Rito Campus Courses

Computer Literacy

Computer literacy is the knowledge and ability to use computers and technology efficiently. This course is a broad introduction to the use of computers as tools for creativity, communications and organizing information.
This course will cover the following major topic areas:
• Windows personal computers and operating systems
• Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint as tools for writing, analyzing and presenting information
• Using the Internet for communications, research and entertainment
• Creating, editing and sharing pictures and video
• Ethical and responsible use of computer technology

Ages 14-Adult
Fee: $45.00
Days: Friday & Saturday
Date:  July 13 & 14
Time: 8:00am- 3:00am

 

Retablo Making

Retablos are famous worldwide for their expressive beauty. Create your own spin on the
retablo with inspiration from the saints. Learn to paint in the tradition of northern New
Mexico with natural pigments, homemade gesso, and piñon varnish. Juanito Jimenez is a
teacher, professional artist, curator, and lecturer. His work has been exhibited in galleries
throughout the southwest and is part of permanent collections in museums all over the U.S.
He has won numerous awards during his career.

All ages
Session I:  April 9 – 13, 2012   Session II: May 21 – 25, 2012
Session III: June 11 – 15, 2012   Session IV: July 23 – 27, 2012
Monday – Friday  •  8 am – 5 pm
$275.00 per session – Materials not included

 

INTENSIVE TRADITIONAL SANTO CARVING/RELIEF CLASS

If you like working with wood, try your hand at carving a saint or angel made from dry
aspen, using only hand tools and natural pigments and varnishes. You will come away from
this class understanding how to carve a figure. This tradition has been handed down within
families for centuries. Learn how to make three-dimensional bultos as they were made in
the Spanish period.
Master Santero Mr. Felix López began making bultos after he lost his father. He was inspired
by the historic Santos (saints) that graced his father’s casket in the morada (Penitente meeting house). An early component of his creative process was working with straw appliqué.
Mr. Lopez is one of the founding members of “La Escuelita,” a small group of Chicano and
Chicana artists in Northern New Mexico established in 1975.
“Being a santero is a calling, a blessing from God. For me it serves to center my life and my
spirituality. Carving is almost like breathing. If I don’t do it every day, something is missing.”
– Félix López, The Oxford Encyclopedia of Latinos and Latinas in the United States (2005)

Age 14 and up
Session I: April 9 – 13, 2012   Session II: May 7 – 11, 2012
Session III: June 11 – 15, 2012   Session IV:  July 23 – 27, 2012
Monday – Friday  •  5 – 6:30 pm
$199.00 per session – Materials not included

TINSMITHING

Students  will learn the elementary techniques of designing, cutting, punching, and embossing tin in both the traditional and contemporary northern New Mexico styles. Cleo Romero is an award-winning artist. She teaches tin work at museums and schools in Northern New Mexico.

Session I:  April 9 – 13, 2012    Session II: May 7 – 11, 2012
Session III: June 11 – 15, 2012   Session IV:  July 23 – 27, 2012
Monday – Friday  •  6 – 8 pm
$275.00 per session – Materials not included

 

Intro to Rio Grande Weaving

This introduction course provides the student with the four(4)basic shuttle techniques.  Creating a five(5) border Rio Grande style striped piece.

Dates: August 20-December 14, 2012
Days:  Mondays & Wednesday
Time:  2:45pm– 4:50pm
Location:  Johnson Control Building
Cost:  $385.00

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Beginning Rio Grande Weaving

This introduction course provides the student with the basic fundamentals of weaving.  Students will learn the basic traditional Rio Grande techniques and practical application.
Date:  August 20-October 10, 2012
Days:  Mondays and Wednesday
Time:  8:30-2:30
Cost:  $392.00
Location Espanola Fiber Arts Center

Advanced Rio Grande Weaving

While combining all the techniques students have learned in previous weaving courses, students will begin the masterful process of weaving intricate weaving designs.

Dates:  Session I: August 21-October 11, 2012                                    Session II: October 23-December 13, 2012
Days:  Tuesdays and Thursdays
Time:   8:30am-2:30pm
Cost:  $342.00 - Materials Not Included
 

Loom Construction

The student will learn loom parts and how to maintain and repair any problem that may arise with a loom by constructing a two-harness.  At the time you enroll for this class, you will be assessed a special materials fee to the cost of the lumber needed in constructing your loom. This class is limited to 5 students.  Any student registering after the 5th student will incur an additional cost of $240.00, for more information regarding the additional please contact Cecilia Romero.

Date:  July 9-13, 2012 (Monday - Friday)  

            August 20-24 (Monday-Friday)

            October 22-26 (Monday-Friday)                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            
            November 7-11, 2012 (Monday - Friday)

Time:  5:30am-9:00pm
Location:  El Rito Campus
Cost:  $300.00
Material Fee:  $850.00

Note: Students need to be registered at least 45 days prior to class so instructor can prep the lumber and order the parts.

Fluidos en Espanol
Fluent in Spanish

The Spanish Language Immersion Program

Beginning Spanish classes or Espanol para Principiantes focuses on learning the sounds of the language, correct pronunciation, cognates and other vocabulary useful to everyday life, the use of the definite and indefinite articles, personal pronouns, ser and estar, and regular verbs in the present, past and imperfect tenses.  A special emphasis is placed on conversation with some grasp of reading and writing.

Dates: May 7-11, 2012
Monday-Friday
9am-5pm
$276.00 per session

Intermediate Spanish or Espanol Intermediario builds on students’ past knowledge and experience by introducing small gems of Spanish and Latin American literature in the forms of poetry and short stories.  It also seeks to dramatically increase individuals’ vocabularies and mastery of the parts of speech and facility in verb usage in all tenses.  Conversation around compelling subjects of common interest is a mainstay.

Dates: June 25-29, 2012
Monday-Friday
9am-5pm
$276.00 per session

Spanish for regional native speakers or Espanol para Hispanohablantes de la Region builds dramatically on the preexisting knowledge of the language imparted in the home and community.  Students will be taught how the vernacular Spanish of the region is both the same but different from standard Spanish or Castellano.  An emphasis will be placed on correct grammatical usage of the language, and on an exponential increase of vocabulary. Participants will be exposed to the highlights of Spanish and Latin American literature.

Dates: July 9-13, 2012
             August 13-17, 2012
Monday-Friday
9am-5pm
$276.00 per session

Spanish for teachers or Espanol para Maestros is designed to prepare teachers to pass the four skills Spanish examination that stresses comprehension, speaking, reading and writing.  Discussions in Spanish will center on the special needs and challenges faced by Spanish-speaking children and the kinds of strategies that are most effective for increasing their levels of learning.

Dates: July 16-20, 2012
Monday-Fri