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A to Z Grant Writing

Do you love writing and building rewarding, long-lasting relationships? Do you have a passion for a cause? As a grant writer, you can help nonprofit organizations, schools, religious institutions, and research organizations acquire the funds they need to operate and to thrive. In this class, you’ll learn how to put together a gold medal proposal package – one that will capture the attention, and the funds, of donors. This informative course will equip you with the skills and tools you need to enter this exciting and fulfilling field. No matter who you are or what level of experience you have, you can be a successful grant writer. You’ll find the A to Z of writing and submitting successful proposals right here. This is one of the best online grant writing courses around, whether you’re already involved in a related position or are looking to take your first step into this rewarding career. This course is taught online through our partnership with Ed2go. To log into your online classroom, please visit www.ed2go.com/hvcc and select My Classroom. Please note, it may take 24 - 48 hours before your registered course appears in My Classroom.

A to Z Grant Writing
Schedule	Section	Seats Left	Cost
Online, 6/12 - 8/2	ZILC-111 700	15 seats left	$125
Online, 7/17 - 9/6	ZILC-111 701	15 seats left	$125
Online, 8/14 - 10/4	ZILC-111 702	15 seats left	$125

American Sign Language

American Sign Language (ASL) is the third most used language in the United States today. This course is designed for students who are interested in learning about the Deaf community and developing ASL expressive and receptive skills. The course will provide an introduction to ASL and Deaf culture. You will learn practical and common language so you can have a brief conversation with someone from the Deaf community. Learning will include a combination of lecture, practice exercises, video, and class discussion.

Course will be held in Administration Building, Room 105

Shannon Johnson, Instructor

American Sign Language
Schedule	Section	Seats Left	Cost	Register
Tuesdays, 2/27 - 5/14 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm	ZCOM-067 600	0 seats left	$84	Section Full Call to be added to wait list

Beginner's Guide to Using FREE ChatGPT (AI) for Writers

Instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a professor of publishing at higher learning institutions across the nation, including Harvard Adult Education.

ChatGPT (AI) is here to stay and is the future for writers and content creators. Don’t be left behind! No prior AI experience required. Do you want to learn how to incorporate the power of cutting-edge technology to gain ideas and inspiration, and write web content, articles, and even novels or scripts? In this beginner-friendly course, you’ll learn how to register for a free ChatGPT account, input effective writing prompts to avoid nonsense responses, build creative content from stories to marketing copy, determine its capabilities and limitations, and understand the ethical/legal considerations of using ChatGPT. There’s no doubt ChatGPT and similar AI systems will force the job market to evolve. It’s crucial for everyone to adapt, learn new skills, and be open to working in collaboration with AI, so start building your expertise in the world of ChatGPT now! The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class. Students that need to withdraw from the class must do so five business days prior to the start of class for a refund. This course is taught remotely via Zoom.

Beginner's Guide to Using FREE ChatGPT (AI) for Writers
Schedule	Section	Seats Left	Cost	Register
Thursday, 7/18 7:00 pm - 8:55 pm	ZCOM-098 700	20 seats left	$39	Opens 5/15

Beginning Conversational French

This course will teach you how to communicate easily and comfortably with those who speak French. You will learn practical, common phrases that will make your trips to the many French-speaking regions of the world more pleasant. You will learn dialogue specific to various settings, and you will be surprised how easy it can be to speak another language. This course is taught online through our partnership with Ed2go. To log into your online classroom, please visit www.ed2go.com/hvcc and select My Classroom. Please note, it may take 24 – 48 hours before your registered course appears in My Classroom.

Beginning Conversational French
Schedule	Section	Seats Left	Cost
Online, 6/12 - 8/2	ZILC-062 700	15 seats left	$115
Online, 7/17 - 9/6	ZILC-062 701	15 seats left	$115
Online, 8/14 - 10/4	ZILC-062 702	15 seats left	$115

Conversational Japanese

Whether you want to learn conversational Japanese for travel or just for fun, this course makes it easy and enjoyable for beginners to master the essentials of the Japanese language. Guided by a native Japanese instructor, you’ll also gain cultural knowledge only an insider has. This course is taught online through our partnership with Ed2go. To log into your online classroom, please visit www.ed2go.com/hvcc and select My Classroom. Please note, it may take 24 – 48 hours before your registered course appears in My Classroom.

Conversational Japanese
Schedule	Section	Seats Left	Cost
Online, 6/12 - 8/2	ZILC-060 700	15 seats left	$115
Online, 7/17 - 9/6	ZILC-060 701	15 seats left	$115
Online, 8/14 - 10/4	ZILC-060 702	15 seats left	$115

English as a Second Language

ESL - Level I
This course is designed for beginning-level English language learners. Little prior knowledge of English is needed. Students will be introduced to the basic American English grammar and writing strategies needed to produce simple sentences, short paragraphs, and informal letters. Students will be introduced to reading strategies and apply them to basic or simplified English texts.

ZESL 020 700
$25
21 Sessions, Hybrid Course
Tues. and Thurs. 6/4 - 8/15, 6:15 - 8:15 p.m. No class 7/4
Classes will meet on campus, ADM 101, 6/27, 7/18 & 8/13
Irene Cruz, Instructor
Required textbooks for hybrid course only: “English for Everyone: English Grammar Practice Book: An ESL Beginner Grammar Workbook for Adults” ISBN: 978-1-4654-8466-6 and “English the American Way: A Fun Guide to English Language 2nd Edition” ISBN: 0738606766. Students will need to pay for their books.

ZESL 020 701
$25
21 Sessions, Remote Course
Mon. and Weds. 6/3 - 8/14, 6 - 8 p.m. No class 6/19
Susan Gorga, Instructor
Required textbooks for remote course only: “Ventures 3E Level 1” Cambridge ISBN: 9781316997925. Students will need to pay for their book.

ESL - Level II
This course is designed for high-beginning/low-intermediate-level English language learners. Some knowledge of English is required. Students will be introduced to high-beginning/low-intermediate-level grammar and writing strategies. Paragraph organization, formal letter writing and business writing will also be addressed.

ZESL 021 700
$25
21 Sessions, Remote Course
Mon. and Weds. 6/3 - 8/14. 2/6 - 5/16, 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. No class 6/19
Michelle Soule, Instructor
Instructor will give information regarding the textbook on the first day of class. Students will need to pay for their own book.

ZESL 021 701
$25
21 Sessions, Remote Course
Tues. and Thurs. 2/5 - 6/4 - 8/15, 6 - 8 p.m. No class 7/4
Elizabeth Allen, Instructor
Instructor will give information regarding the textbook on the first day of class. Students will need to pay for their own book.

ESL - Level III
This course focuses on all four language skills: reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Students will learn reading strategies to improve their comprehension of English texts and practice several writing patterns. Activities related to the same content will improve students’ listening comprehension and speaking fluency.

ZESL 022 700
$25
21 Sessions, Remote Course
Tues. and Thurs. 6/4 - 8/15, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. No class 7/4
Kristen Buyce, Instructor

English as a Second Language
Schedule	Section	Seats Left	Cost	Register
	ZESL-017 700	58 seats left	$0

Getting Paid to Talk

Have you ever been told you have a great voice? From audio books and cartoons to documentaries, commercials and more, this class will introduce you to the growing field of voice-over. Learn how to prepare and where to find work in your area. We’ll discuss industry pros and cons and play samples from working voice professionals. In addition, you’ll have an opportunity to record a short professional script under the direction of our teacher. For more information, please visit https://voicecoaches.com.

Course will be held in DCC, Room B05

Creative Voice Development, Instructor

Getting Paid to Talk
Schedule	Section	Seats Left	Cost	Register
Thursday, 6/20 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm	ZCOM-010 700	15 seats left	$25	Opens 5/15

Instant Italian

This dynamic course will teach you how to express yourself comfortably in Italian. You’ll learn practical, everyday words. You’ll read, hear and practice dialogues based on typical situations that you’re likely to encounter if you plan to vacation in Italy. The dialogues and follow-up exercises of each lesson will teach you to communicate in Italian in a wide variety of settings. You’ll be surprised by how quickly and easily you can learn many useful expressions in Italian. This course is taught online through our partnership with Ed2go. To log into your online classroom, please visit www.ed2go.com/hvcc and select My Classroom. Please note, it may take 24 – 48 hours before your registered course appears in My Classroom.

Instant Italian
Schedule	Section	Seats Left	Cost
Online, 6/12 - 8/2	ZILC-061 700	15 seats left	$115
Online, 7/17 - 9/6	ZILC-061 701	15 seats left	$115
Online, 8/14 - 10/4	ZILC-061 702	15 seats left	$115

Spanish for Law Enforcement

With more and more Spanish-speaking people living in the United States every year, learning the Spanish language is becoming ever more important. In the law enforcement field, mastering basic Spanish will give you more skill to handle situations involving Spanish-speaking individuals. Adding Spanish skills to your resume can also open doors to new job opportunities. This course is taught online through our partnership with Ed2go. To log into your online classroom, please visit www.ed2go.com/hvcc and select My Classroom. Please note, it may take 24 – 48 hours before your registered course appears in My Classroom.

Spanish for Law Enforcement
Schedule	Section	Seats Left	Cost
Online, 6/12 - 8/2	ZILC-070 700	15 seats left	$129
Online, 7/17 - 9/6	ZILC-070 701	15 seats left	$129
Online, 8/14 - 10/4	ZILC-070 702	15 seats left	$129

Speed Spanish

Imagine yourself speaking, reading and writing Spanish. Now you can! This course is designed for anyone who wants to learn Spanish, pronto. You’ll learn six easy recipes for gluing Spanish words together to form sentences. In no time at all, you’ll be able to go into any Spanish speaking situation and converse in Spanish. ¡Qué bueno! This course is taught online through our partnership with Ed2go. To log into your online classroom, please visit www.ed2go.com/hvcc and select My Classroom. Please note, it may take 24 – 48 hours before your registered course appears in My Classroom.

Speed Spanish
Schedule	Section	Seats Left	Cost
Online, 6/12 - 8/2	ZILC-063 700	15 seats left	$125
Online, 7/17 - 9/6	ZILC-063 701	15 seats left	$125
Online, 8/14 - 10/4	ZILC-063 702	15 seats left	$125

Using Amazon's Kindle Direct to Self-Publish Your Book

Whether you’re looking to publish a paperback novel or short e-book, now or in the future, this detailed tutorial will teach you a step-by-step process to create an Amazon KDP account, format your manuscript and upload it to the platform, easily create a book cover from available templates, determine pricing and royalties, develop a sales pitch for your Amazon page, and write an Amazon author bio. Informative handouts for future use are included in the class fee. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class. Students that need to withdraw from the class must do so five business days prior to the start of class for a refund. This course is taught remotely via Zoom.

LeeAnn Krusemark, Instructor

Using Amazon's Kindle Direct to Self-Publish Your Book
Schedule	Section	Seats Left	Cost	Register
Wednesday, 7/10 5:00 pm - 5:55 pm	ZCOM-087 700	20 seats left	$29	Opens 5/15

Write Your First Novel (in 90 Days!)

Instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a professor of publishing at higher learning institutions across the nation, including Harvard Adult Education.

This intensive course provides a schedule of crafting a novel from start to finish, which you can finish in as little as 90 days! This class will also help you stay motivated throughout the journey. You will learn how to select your novel genre and develop a compelling premise, create multidimensional characters and immersive settings, craft a detailed plot outline, manage your time to keep your writing flow consistent, combat common roadblocks including writer’s block, master the art of self-editing (refining your plot, and fixing pacing, dialogue, and characterization problems), receive constructive criticism from beta readers, and explore publishing options. By the end of this class, you will know how to complete your novel and have the knowledge and confidence to move forward with the publishing process. Informative handouts for future use are included in the class fee. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class. Students that need to withdraw from the class must do so five business days prior to the start of class for a refund. This course is taught remotely via Zoom.

Write Your First Novel (in 90 Days!)
Schedule	Section	Seats Left	Cost	Register
Wednesday, 7/17 7:00 pm - 8:55 pm	ZCOM-097 700	20 seats left	$39	Opens 5/15

Write a Riveting Mystery, Suspense or Crime Story

Become a mystery writer for fun or profit! In this class, you will discover the different sub-genres and three-act story structure of mystery writing and create an intriguing cast of characters. Learn how to research and pick your setting, make sure your opening grabs readers’ attention, and use “red herrings” to misdirect your readers and create suspense until you’re ready for the final reveal. Publishing options will also be discussed. Informative handouts for future use are included in the class fee. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class. Students that need to withdraw from this class must do so five business days prior to the start of class for a refund. This course is taught remotely via Zoom.

LeeAnne Krusemark, Instructor

Write a Riveting Mystery, Suspense or Crime Story
Schedule	Section	Seats Left	Cost	Register
Thursday, 7/11 7:00 pm - 8:55 pm	ZCOM-094 700	20 seats left	$39	Opens 5/15

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