CAREER AND TECHNICAL
Learn how to mix colors, decorate cakes with equipment bags and tips, edges, tissues and figures of flowers and much more. At every level, recipe information and tips will be shared on homemade pastries and fillings for cakes with seasonal fresh fruit. Each level is more advanced and intense, this class needs to be started from the first level. The first day of every level will be an overview and orientation. It is required that each student bake their cake before class. At the end of each level, you will receive a certificate of completion.
Green Valley Center, Salón 6, 294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville $100
Thu 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Martinez
Level 1: Basic Steps
Jan 25 - Feb 22
Level 2: Flowers and Paste
Mar 1 - Mar 22
Level 3: Two Tier Decorations
Mar 29 - May 3
Level 4: Basic Fondant
May 10 - Jun 7
Fri/Vie 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Martinez
Level 5: Intermediate Fondant
Jan 26 - Feb 16
Level 6: Advanced Fondant
Feb 23 - Mar 16
Decoración de Pasteles Nivel 1-6
Aprenda cómo mezclar colores, decorar pasteles con equipo de puntas y bolsas, bordes tejidos y figuras de flores y mucho más. En cada nivel se comparten recetas y tips sobre reposteria , panes caseros, y se enseñan a hacer rellenos de pastel con fruta fresca de temporada. Cada nivel es más avanzado e intenso, por eso se requiere iniciar desde el primer nivel. El primer dia de cada nivel será un repaso y orientación. Se requiere que cada estudiante hornee su pastel antes de clase. Al final de cada nivel, usted recibirá un certificado de completacion del nivel
Green Valley Center, Salón 6, 294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville $100
Jue 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Martinez
Nivel 1: Pasos Básicos
Jan 25 - Feb 22
Nivel 2: Flores de Pasta
Mar 1 - Mar 22
Nivel 3: Decoración de dos pisos y más
Mar 29 - May 3
Nivel 4: Crema Fondant Básica
May 10 - Jun 7
Fri/Vie 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Martinez
Nivel 5: Crema fondant Intermedio
Jan 26 - Feb 16
Nivel 6: Crema fondant Advansado
Feb 23 - Mar 16
Office Skills Computer Class Registration
Open Entry-Start Anytime
Prepare Yourself For An Office Job
Even if you have never used a computer, we can give you an introduction to word procession, email, internet, spreadsheets, how to manage databases, make sales presentations using Microsoft Office 2016 and Windows 10.
Green Valley Center, Room 8,
294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville
Morning:
Tue & Thu 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon Robertson
Session 1: Jan 16 - Mar 22 $125
Session 2: Mar 27 - Jun 7 $125
Evening:
Tue & Thu 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Robertson
Session 1: Jan 16 - Mar 22 $100
Session 2: Mar 27 - Jun 7 $100
QuickBooks 2014 Registration
QuickBooks is accounting software useful for small and medium-sized businesses that accept business payments, manage and pay bills, and payroll functions.
Green Valley Center, Room 4, 294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville
Mon & Wed 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Torres
Session 1: Jan 17 - Mar 21 $100
Session 2: Mar 28 - Jun 6 $100
Microsoft Excel 2013 Registration
Learn all the basics of spreadsheet management, design, layout, formulas and practical applications for work and home.
Green Valley Center, Room 4, 294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville
Mon & Wed 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Staff
Jan 17 - Feb 7 $75
Microsoft Powerpoint 2013 Registration
Learn the basics to create and share great looking presentations. Use new skills to create that dynamic presentation using the new ribbon interface and many other features.
Green Valley Center, Room 4, 294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville
Mon & Wed 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Staff
Feb 14 - Feb 21 $75
Microsoft Word 2013 Registration
Learn the basics to create and share professional-looking documents by combining a comprehensive set of writing tools with easy-to-use interfaces.
Green Valley Center, Room 4, 294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville
Mon & Wed 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Staff
Mar 5 -Mar 21 $75
How to Sell on eBay- Level 1 Registration
Learn what you need to know to start selling on eBay. Learn how to research your items, take photographs, write descriptions, list them on eBay, ship them and collect your money safely. Discover marketable items around your house and learn to sell them safely without leaving home. Recommended prerequisites: Intro to Computers, Email and the Internet or equivalent skills.
Green Valley Center, Room 8, 294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville
Thu 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Marchisello
Feb 1, 8, 15 and 22 $75
How to Sell on eBay- Level 2 Registration
Continue learning how to sell on eBay using advanced tools in the listing process to make your items more interesting to potential buyers. Explore more deeply what was covered in Level 1. Students are encouraged to bring items to list during class time.
Green Valley Center, Room 8, 294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville
Thu 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Marchisello
Apr 19, 26, May 3 and 10 $75
How to Use Your iPhone/iPad and Android Devices Registration
Learn how to use your iPhones, iPads and Android devices. Bring them in and let's have fun learning how to do more.
Green Valley Center, Room 1, 294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville
Fri 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Marchisello
Session 1: Mar 9, 16 and 23 $75
Session 2: Apr 13, 20 and 27 $75
Security Officer Certification
This program trains individuals for careers in homeland security in both the public and private sectors. Graduates will be eligible for positions in private security and loss prevention. Covered topics include Code of Ethics. Power of Arrest and terrorism awareness and prevention (first 40 hours required training). Must be 18 years or older, US Citizen or legal resident, pass BSIS criminal background check. (additional cost $50 application fee and $50 finger printing fee)
Green Valley Center, TBD, 294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville Staff $200
Tue & Thu 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
TBD
Computación Basica e Intermedia (CTE Intro to Compuers with ESL Emphasis and Spanish Support) Registration
Prepárese para obtener un nuevo trabajo y aprenda las destrezas de software que se requieren hoy en dia en una oficina o empresa. Le mostramos cómo manejar el nuevo sistema operativo de Microsoft Windows 10 y tambien las aplicaciones de productividad como el Microsoft Word, Excel, y PowerPoint 2016 en un nivel basico e intermedio. Aprenda tambien el uso del correo electronico basico para comunicarse con los maestros de su escuela y tambien al avanzado para un ambiente de oficina. Pre-requisitos: Uso de ratón y teclado.
Green Valley Center, Sálon 4, 294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville
Mar & Jue 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. $75 Solorio
Feb 13 - Apr 26
Introduction to Computers, Email and the Internet Registration
A fun, low-stress introduction to computers, email and Internet for complete beginners. Learn how to use the Windows 10 operating system and all the basics to get you started with word processing, file management, how to use a portable thumb drive (flash drive), how to use the internet to explore places of interest on the World Wide Web and use search engines to find specific information. We will also try out Google Earth and start an email account, send attachments and learn how to screen mail and keep it organized. ESL students welcome
Green Valley Center, Room 8, 294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville
Mon & Wed 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. $50 Marchisello
Session 1: Jan 29 - Feb 28
Session 2: Apr 9 - May 2
Introduction Digital Photography I Registration
An introduction to Digital Photography to get you started in this fascinating new field. Learn about the types of digital cameras, some tips on how to take great photos, how to use the basic controls, how to download into a computer, and finally how to organize and label your photos in a photo archive program. Learn how and where to print your photos or order photo products. Recommended Prerequisite: Introduction to Computers, Email and the Internet or equivalent skills.
Green Valley Center, Room 4, 294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville
Tue 1:00 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. $65 Hampton
Jan 23 - Feb 20
Introduction Digital Photography II Registration
Explore Adobe Photoshop Elements Quick, Guided and Expert Edit modes. In five hands-on workshops, learn some of the many fascinating ways to dramatically enhance digital photos including how to improve lighting and color, remove blemishes to flatter subjects or restore old photos, and add or remove elements to improve composition. Recommended Prerequisite: Introduction to Computers, Email and the Internet or equivalent skills.
Green Valley Center, Room 4, 294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville
Tue 1:00 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. $65 Hampton
Feb 27 - Mar 27
Introduction Digital Photography III Registration
Now we get to the really fun part! These are the project-based classes to help you begin using more of the powerful flexible tools provided by the Adobe Photoshop Elements expert editor including layers and adjustment layers, masks, and filters to enhance normal photos with control or creatively alter them. Digital Photography II or equivalent skills are strongly recommended as a prerequisite.
Green Valley Center, Room 4, 294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville
Tue 1:00 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. $65 Hampton
Apr 10 -May 8
Woodworking Registration
Building and refinishing furniture, cabinet work, lathe work, and furniture repair using power and hand tools to complete projects. introduction to Computer Numeric Control (CNC). Students provide own materials or purchase from Instructor.
Watsonville High School, Room 702, 250 East Beach Street, Watsonville
Thu 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. $75 Patiño
Session 1: Jan 18 - Mar 22
Session 2: Mar 29 - Jun 7
WorkKeys is the leading job skills assessment system in the nation, measuring real world fundamental skills that are critical to job success. Some employers use the system to determine hiring qualifications. Pre-registration required due to limited seating. There will be a $10 "no show fee"
Green Valley Center, Room 4, 294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville
Every Friday 1:00 p.m. $75 Calvillo
Career Ready 101 is a comprehensive program that brings together courses from both KeyTrain and the Soft Skills Suite. It also offers users an integrated approach to exploring careers and their skill requirements and builds life literacy through lessons about financial awareness, job searching, and prepares students to take the WorkKeys exams.
Green Valley Center, Room 8, 294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville
Tue & Thu 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon $125 p/module Staff
Jan 16 - Jun 7
Website Design- Create and Edit Your Own Website Registration
Create/edit websites for your business or your family using free online services. Explore computer based tools used in the design, creation, and editing of websites. Basic computer knowledge is expected. Taught on PC’s, but applicable to Macintosh.
Green Valley Center, Room 9, 294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville
Tue & Thu 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. $75 Staff
TBD
Computer Repair/Upgrade Registration
Open entry - Start anytime!
Learn the components of the computer, how to use the latest utility programs, with new up to date lessons. Work with PC and MAC, Notebooks and Desktops. Learn virus, spyware detection and removal, file and data transfer. Network your home, file and printer sharing and go wireless. Put together and KEEP the system you design in class.
Green Valley Center, Room 9, 294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville
Tue 6:00pm - 8:30pm $115 Staff
Session 1: Jan 16 - Mar 20
Session 2: Mar 27 - Jun 5
Health Career Pathways
This is a great opportunity while you are enrolled in your HSE/diploma program to get your foot in the door at Cabrillo College. Cabrillo College offers courses for careers in the Health Fields that have lucrative pay and are meaningful fields for the community. These include Medical Assistant, (a 3 semester course). Radiologic Technology, Dental Assistant, Nursing and a free certificated class that includes an internship for working as an administrative assistant in a dental office. There will be guest speakers and a tour of the Cabrillo College state of the art health facilities where you will be taking your health career classes. When you obtain your diploma or HSE from Watsonville/Aptos/Santa Cruz Adult Education at graduation you will also receive a certificate of completion for Health Career Pathways.
Green Valley Center
Room 3, 294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville
Mon - Thu 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Kaskey
Jan 16 - Jun 7
(Labs at Cabrillo TBD)
FREE
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Green Gardener Advanced Certification-Emphasis on Irrigation (English and Spanish) Registration
This bilingual 10-week series covers all aspects of ecological landscaping with an emphasis on irrigation. Class includes 4 lab sessions in irrigation where the students have an opportunity to practice irrigation theories. This class is suitable for landscape industry employees seeking Green Gardener Certification.
Certificatión del Jardinero Verde (Inglés y español) Registration
Estas series de 10-semanas bilingües cubren todos los aspectos de jardineria ecológica con enfasis en riego. La clase incluye 4 secciones de practica de laboratorio en lo cual los estudiantes tendran la oportunidad de lo que han aprendido acerca de la teoria de riego en la clase. Esta clase es apropiada para jardineros y empleados de la industria de jardinería quienes están en búsqueda de una Certificación a través del Jardinero Verde.
Green Valley Center, Room 6, 294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville
Wed/Mie 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. $100 White
Mar 28 - Jun 6
Sat/sáb 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon
TBD
Health Career Education
* Proof of High School Diploma and/or GED are required for all Health Career Courses
Acute Care
Upon successful completion of 58 hours of combines theory, lab skills and supervised clinical acute care experience, students earn a Certificate of Competency, as an Acute Care Certified Nursing Assistant. This allows the student to work as an Acute Care CNA in the hospital, sub-acute hospital or Hospice settings. Requirements: Current CNA state license, current American Heart Assoc.-CPR. Current First Aid Card. Before Clinical: Verification of vaccinations for MMR or blood titer. Current PPD or (if positive PPD) current chest x-ray report. Physical and drug testing as required by Watsonville Community Hospital. (No Textbooks Required).
Prerequisite: Must attend MANDATORY ORIENTATION on TBD
Theory/Skills Instruction:
ILC, Room 2 320 Rodriguez Street, Watsonville
Tue & Wed 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. $225 Staff
TBD
Clinical Instruction:
Watsonville Community Hospital, 75 Nielson Street, Watsonville
Tue & Wed 1:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Staff
TBD
Certified Nurse Assistant I Program
This program trains students to work as a Certified Nurse Assistant for a skilled nursing facility using the American Red Cross CNA test. Instructor will register and schedule test. Students must pass a basic Reading/Math assessment prior to attending this orientation and must provide a copy of their high school diploma or GED prior to registration. (Books not included). Partial scholarships may be possible for students.
Prerequisite: Must attend MANDATORY ORIENTATION on TBD
Class starts in February to TBD.
Theory/Skills Instruction:
Green Valley Center, Room 7, 294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville
Mon, Tue, Wed 12:00 noon - 6:00 p.m. $1,200 Staff
TBD
Clinical Instruction:
Watsonville Post Acute and Nursing Center, 525 Auto Center Drive, Watsonville
Tue & Wed 6:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Staff
TBD
Clinical Medical Assistant Program - 140 classroom Hours + A Clinical Externship
This program is intended for students who want to prepare for an exciting, challenging and rewarding career in healthcare. This program will train students to assist physicians by performing functions related to the clinical responsibilities of a medical office. Instruction includes among other things preparing patients for examination and treatment, routine laboratory procedures, diagnostic testing, technical aspects of phlebotomy and the cardiac life cycle. Students will review important topics including phlebotomy, pharmacology, the proper use and administration of medications, taking and documenting vital signs, cardiology including proper lead placements, a professional workplace behavior, ethics and the legal aspects of healthcare. This program includes 140 hours of classroom lecture and hands on labs and a clinical externship opportunity at a local healthcare provider. To be eligible for the clinical rotation, students must successfully complete the 140 hour program, submit to a thorough background check, drug screening and meet other requirements. Note: Upon successful completion of the program, students will be eligible to sit for the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) national examination.
Prerequisite: Must attend MANDATORY ORIENTATION on Wed Feb. 14, 2018 at 6:00 p.m.
Green Valley Center
Room 7, 294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville
Mon, Wed, Fri 6:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. $2,599 Staff
Feb 21 - Jun 6
EKG Technician Certification Program
This comprehensive 50 hour EKG Technician Certification Program prepares students to function as EKG Technicians and to take the ASPT - Electrocardiograph (EKG) Technician exam. This course will include important practice and background information on anatomy and physiology of the heart, medical disease processes, medical terminology, medical ethics, legal aspects of patient contact, electrocardiography and stress testing. Additionally, students will practice with EKG equipment and perform hands on labs including introduction to the function and proper use of the EKG machine, the normal anatomy of the chest wall for proper lead placement, 12-lead placement and other clinical practices.
(Textbooks included).
Prerequisite: Must attend MANDATORY ORIENTATION on Thu Mar. 29, 2018 at 6:00 p.m.
Green Valley Center
Room 7, 294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville
Tue & Thu 6:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. $1,199 Staff
Apr 10 - May 29
Medical Terminology
Upon successful completion of 20 hours of Medical Terminology students earn a Certificate of Competency. The student will learn basic word structure, abbreviations, body systems, basic anatomy and physiology.
(Textbooks included).
Prerequisite: Must attend MANDATORY ORIENTATION on Mon Feb. 5, 2018 at 6:30 p.m.
Green Valley Center
Room 6, 294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville
Tue & Thu 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. $150 Bush
Feb 26 - May 7
Pharmacy Technician Program
This comprehensive 50 hour program will prepare students to work as a pharmacy technician in a retail or other pharmacy setting and to take the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board’s PTCB exam. Course content includes: pharmacy medical terminology, the history of pharmacy, the pharmacy practice in multiple environments, pharmacy calculations and measurements, reading and interpreting prescriptions and defining drugs by generic and brand names. Through classroom lecture and hands on labs, students will review dosage calculations, drug classification, “the top 200 drugs”, I.V. flow rates, sterile compounding, dose conversions, aseptic technique, the handling of sterile products, total parental nutrition (TPN), dispersing of prescriptions, inventory control and billing and reimbursement. (Textbooks included).
Prerequisite: Must attend MANDATORY ORIENTATION on Tue Mar. 20, 2018 at 6:00 p.m.
Green Valley Center
Room 3, 294 Green Valley Road, Watsonville
Tue & Thu 6:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. $1,199 Staff
Mar 27 - May 22
Restorative Nurse Assistant
Upon successful completion of 16 hours of theory and written tests, lab skills and a field trip to Watsonville Hospital Physical Therapy Department, students earn a Certificate of Competency as a Certified Restorative Nurse Assistant. This allows the student to work with the physical and/or occupational therapist in the skilled nursing home. An RNA's job provides: exercise and encoragement to the residents as they learn to perform their own ADL's. Students must be current state certified licensed nursing assistants or currently enrolled in WASCAE's Certified Nurse Assistant I Program.
(No Textbooks required).
Institute of Language and Culture
Room 2, 320 Rodriguez St., Watsonville
Tue & Wed 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. $100 Staff
TBD
Field trip TBD to Watsonville Hospital Physical Therapy Department
VEL Agriculture Education/VEL Educación de Agricultura
This class is designed for students who want to develop English language skills for jobs in agriculture. The course content focuses on specific occupational vocabulary and term, work related tasks, safety procedures and problem solving. The multi-level class introduces students to speaking, listening, reading and writing skills necessary for effective communication in the workplace./Esta clase está diseñada para estudiantes que quieren desarrollar habilidades en el idioma inglés para trabajos en agricultura. El contenido del curso se centra en vocabulario y términos especificos del trabajo, tareas relacionadas con el trabajo, procediumientos de seguridad y resolución de problemas. La clase es de multi-nivel e introduce a los estudiantes a hablar, escuchar, lee y escribir las habilidades necesarias para la comunicación efectiva en el lugar de trabajo.
Schapiro Knolls
33 Minto Road, Watsonville
Mon 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Allen
Jan 22 -Jun 4
VEL Early Childhood Education/VEL Educación de los Primeros Años de Infancia
This class is designed for English as a Second Language students. The course is an introduction to Early Childhood Education. Students will have the opportunity to engage in class activities by applying the various theories they have learned in class. Syllabus will be available the first day of class./Esta clase está diseñada para estudiantes de inglés como segundo idioma. El curso es una Introducción a la Educación de los Primeros Años de la Infancia. Los estudiantes tendrán la oportunidad de participar en actividades de clase mediante la aplicación de las diversas teorías que han aprendido en clase. El silabario estará disponible el primer dia de clase.
Schapiro Knolls
33 Minto Road, Watsonville
Mon 12:00 noon - 3:00 p.m. Allen
Jan 22 - Jun 4
Vocational EL Healthcare-Caregiver Training/VEL Entrenamiento de Enfermeria-Cuidador de Salud
Students will learn the skills and vocabulary necessary yo work as a caregiver. Class Modules include: Infection Control, Patient Care, Nutrition, Human Body, Safety, Transfers, and Communication. Course curriculum includes First Aid CPR Certification. Prepare for jobs in healthcare and caregiving. Certificates of Completion are awarded upon successful completion of all modules. This class is for Intermediate High and Advanced EL students./Los estudiantes aprenderán inglés y al mismo tiempo las habilidades y el vocabulario necesario para trabajar como proveedor de cuidados. Los módulos de clase incluyen: control de infección, atención al paciente, nutrición, cuerpo humano, seguridad, transferencias, y comunicación. El curso incluye certificación de primeros auxilios CPR. Prepárese para un empleo en la rama de enfermería. Certificados del curso serán otorgados al terminar todos los módulos. Esta clase es para estudiantes que estan en clases avanzadas de inglés.
Institute of Language and Culture, Room 2, 320 Rodriguez St., Watsonville
Tue & Thu/Mar & Jue 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Bush
Jan 16 - Jun 7
VEL Healthcare-Personal Assistant/VEL Entrenamiento de Enfermeria Asistente Personal
An introduction to the English language skills necessary for an entry level personal care attendant position. The class will prepare Beginning High to Intermediate Low EL students with communicative language, expressions and basic directives on how to assist patients and their families in the home or assisted living environment. Class topics include: care attendant skill building, preventing incidents, nutrition, elder patient challenges and interfacing with family members./ Una introducción a las habilidades del idioma inglés necesarias para un puesto de asistente de cuidado personal de nivel de entrada. La clase preparará estudiantes de inglés del nivel principiante alto a intermedio bajo con lenguaje comunicativó, expresiones y directivas básicas sobre cómo ayudar a los pacientes y sus familias en el hogar o en el entrorno de vida asistida. Los temas de la clase incluyen: desarrollo de habilidades de asistente de atención, prevención de incidentes, nutrición, desafíos del paciente anciano e interacción con los miembros de la familia.
Schapiro Knolls, 33 Minto Road, Watsonville
Tue/Mar 12:00 noon – 3:00 p.m. Allen
Jan 16 - Jun 5
VEL Office Skills/VEL Habilidades de Oficina
This class is designed for English language students wanting to learn business English and Computer Skills. The course will cover typing, computer software, customer service and much more./ La clase esta diseñada para estudiantes de inglés que desean aprender inglés de negocios y conocimientos de informática. El curso cubrira mecanografía, programas de computación, servicio al cliente y mucho más.
Institute of Language and Culture, Room 1, 320 Rodriguez St., Watsonville
Tue & Thu/Mar & Jue 4:30 p.m. – 5:45 p.m. Swim
Jan 16 - Jun 7
