All classes with online enrollment Available Classes Class Name Meeting Dates Meeting Times Location Days Department Fee   Beginning Adobe Phtoshop Elements 9/8/10 - 12/15/10 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM C-10 W Arts, Crafts, & More $ 85 You've taken lots of digital photographs... Now what are you going to do with them? Come to this 5 week course and learn how to use the number one photo enhancement software. Elements is and inexpensive version of Adobe Photosho[, the leading software used by all graphic artists. This course will give you a working knowledge of Photoshop's tools, menus, palettes, layers and filters. you will learn how to touch upand collage your photos, add special effects and turn you digital images into works of art. Bling, Baubles & More! Wire Wrap Jewelry 9/14/10 - 12/14/10 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM K-83 T Arts, Crafts, & More $ 95 Want to learn how to make your own jewelry without having to use a torch and solder? Want to add that Bling without the huge cost? Then this class is for you! Learn to use simple pliers and metal wire to form great looking necklaces, earrings, rings and bracelets. Impress your friends with your beautiful custom jewelry while saving money at the same time. Cake Decorating I 9/8/10 - 11/10/10 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM K-83 W Arts, Crafts, & More $ 75 In this class we will cover a whole range of cake decorating techniques, from baking, torting and icing a cake to decorating a beautiful doll cake. You will learn the basics as well as professional tips. You will get to know a variety of icings and fillings as well as several useful techniques such as borders, piping, star tip designs, etc. Basic tools provided. This class is a pre-requisite for our next 2 levels. Cake Decorating II 9/13/10 - 11/22/10 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM K-83 M Arts, Crafts, & More $ 75 If you've already taken our first level course, or have some cake decorating experience, this is the class for you. Patty will review roses and progress to daisies, pansies, daffodils, wild roses, violets and other flowers. Also, we'll learn how to decorate fun new designs like a woman's purse and shoe and a beautiful princess tiara. Some fondant and gumpaste will be taught as well. Chinese Cooking 9/16/10 - 10/21/10 10:00 AM - 1:30 PM K-83 Th Arts, Crafts, & More $ 150 This series provides an introduction to Chinese Cooking and the chance to prepare complete meals representative of China's different regional styles. Together we will explore typical ingredients and techniques including the preparation of appetizers, soups, noodles, fresh vegetables, meats and other classic specialties. The skills learned in these classes will serve as the base on which you can build a repertoire of Chinese dishes. Chinese Cooking 9/16/10 - 10/21/10 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM K-83 Th Arts, Crafts, & More $ 150 This series provides an introduction to Chinese Cooking and the chance to prepare complete meals representative of China's different regional styles. Together we will explore typical ingredients and techniques including the preparation of appetizers, soups, noodles, fresh vegetables, meats and other classic specialties. The skills learned in these classes will serve as the base on which you can build a repertoire of Chinese dishes. Color Your World- Watercolor Painting 9/14/10 - 12/14/10 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM K-81 T Arts, Crafts, & More $ 85 Watercolor painting can be easy and fun! Learn basic techniques and a variety of styles and subjects as you paint along with your instructor. Beginners welcome, results guaranteed! Floristry with a Flair 9/11/10 - 12/18/10 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM K-81 Sat Arts, Crafts, & More $ 65 This class will turn the love you have for flowers into beautiful arrangements that you will do yourself. Learn to create different arranging styles such as contemporary, traditional, exotic, weddings, and special occasions. Fresh flowers will be supplied each week to help you create your own arrangement. You will learn techniques and tips to help you create attractive fresh floral arrangements for your home. A $12 nonrefundable weekly flower fee applies Floristry with a Flair 9/14/10 - 12/14/10 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM K-81 T Arts, Crafts, & More $ 65 This class will turn the love you have for flowers into beautiful arrangements that you will do yourself. Learn to create different arranging styles such as contemporary, traditional, exotic, weddings, and special occasions. Fresh flowers will be supplied each week to help you create your own arrangement. You will learn techniques and tips to help you create attractive fresh floral arrangements for your home. A $12 nonrefundable weekly flower fee applies Floristry with a Flair 9/14/10 - 12/14/10 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM K-81 T Arts, Crafts, & More $ 65 This class will turn the love you have for flowers into beautiful arrangements that you will do yourself. Learn to create different arranging styles such as contemporary, traditional, exotic, weddings, and special occasions. Fresh flowers will be supplied each week to help you create your own arrangement. You will learn techniques and tips to help you create attractive fresh floral arrangements for your home. A $12 nonrefundable weekly flower fee applies Floristry With a Flair 9/8/10 - 12/15/10 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM K-81 W Arts, Crafts, & More $ 65 This class will turn the love you have for flowers into beautiful arrangements that you will do yourself. Learn to create different arranging styles such as contemporary, traditional, exotic, weddings, and special occasions. Fresh flowers will be supplied each week to help you create your own arrangement. You will learn techniques and tips to help you create attractive fresh floral arrangements for your home. A $12 nonrefundable weekly flower fee applies Knitting and Crocheting - Back in Fashion! 9/10/10 - 12/10/10 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM K-83 F Arts, Crafts, & More $ 75 Back in fashion! Learn basic stitches and how to read and understand written instructions. Advance to adjusting patterns and making designed garments/accessories. Knitting and Crocheting - Back in Fashion! 9/13/10 - 12/6/10 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM K-83 M Arts, Crafts, & More $ 75 Back in fashion! Learn basic stitches and how to read and understand written instructions. Advance to adjusting patterns and making designed garments/accessories. Oil Painting - All Levels 9/9/10 - 12/9/10 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM K-81 Th Arts, Crafts, & More $ 85 Learn to oil paint the easy way! Simple followalong instruction enables the student to easily learn brush techniques, color mixing, and the necessary elements and fundamentals of art. Beginners welcome, results guaranteed! Draft Anything with AutoCAD 9/13/10 - 11/3/10 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Downey High School Campus M / W Career Enhancement $ 395 Do you want to be able to plan your own house or apartment remodel? Using Computer Aided Design and Drafting (CADD), you will produce drawings that can be used to build anything from furniture to machine parts to houses. You don't need special math skills or technical experience to take this course. CADD is the modern version of manual drafting (using pen and T-square) and it will open many opportunities for you in interior design, industrial design, engineering, manufacturing, architecture, and many more fields. This class will be held on the Downey High School campus. Beginning Adobe Photoshop Elements 9/8/10 - 12/8/10 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM C-10 W Classes for 55+ $ 75 You've taken lots of digital photographs... Now what are you going to do with them? Come to this 5 week course and learn how to use the number one photo enhancement software. Elements is and inexpensive version of Adobe Photosho[, the leading software used by all graphic artists. This course will give you a working knowledge of Photoshop's tools, menus, palettes, layers and filters. you will learn how to touch upand collage your photos, add special effects and turn you digital images into works of art. Brain Fitness - Classic and Insight 9/8/10 - 12/16/10 10:15 AM - 12:15 PM E-33 T/W/Th Classes for 55+ $ 95 Would you like to think faster? Focus better? Remember more? Do you walk into a room and wonder why you are there? The latest brain research is applied when you join the fun: try out new and interesting exercises that challenge your brain. This "hands-on" class is for everyone who wants to improve memory and tune-up thinking skills. The scientifically designed program, with short class discussions and handouts, will give you visible results you can print and share. Enjoy seeing and hearing a whole new world with your freshly sharpened skills. All materials are included. No computer experience necessary. All adults welcome. CASE Catalyst Advanced 9/8/10 - 12/17/10 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM E-34 M Court Reporting $ 145 CASE Catalyst Beginning 9/8/10 - 12/17/10 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM E-34 M Court Reporting $ 145 Court Procedures Online 9/8/10 - jepperson@das.edu - online 24 / 7 Court Reporting $ 145 Court Reporting Speed Building - LIBRARY ONLY Online 9/8/10 - cgrafton@das.edu - Online 24 / 7 Court Reporting $ 195 We offer a full court reporting program of speeds from 40-240 words per minute. Students must complete a Theory class before enrolling in our online program. Court Reporting Speed Building Program - LIBRARY & TESTS Online 9/8/10 - cgrafton@das.edu - Online 24 / 7 Court Reporting $ 395 We offer a full court reporting program of speeds from 40-240 words per minute. Students must complete a Theory class before enrolling in our online program. Court Reporting Theory (Beginning Class) 9/8/10 - 12/17/10 7:30 AM - 1:00 PM C-12 M-F Court Reporting $ 745 Beginning Theory class for Court Reporting CSR 100 9/8/10 - 12/17/10 7:30 AM - 1:00 PM C-11 M-F Court Reporting $ 745 We offer a full court reporting program of speeds from 40-240 words per minute. Students must complete a Theory class before enrolling in our online program. CSR 120 9/8/10 - 12/17/10 7:30 AM - 1:00 PM C-11 M-F Court Reporting $ 745 We offer a full court reporting program of speeds from 40-240 words per minute. Students must complete a Theory class before enrolling in our online program. CSR 140 9/8/10 - 12/17/10 7:30 AM - 1:00 PM E-32 M-F Court Reporting $ 745 We offer a full court reporting program of speeds from 40-240 words per minute. Students must complete a Theory class before enrolling in our online program. CSR 160 9/8/10 - 12/17/10 7:30 AM - 1:00 PM E-32 M-F Court Reporting $ 745 We offer a full court reporting program of speeds from 40-240 words per minute. Students must complete a Theory class before enrolling in our online program. CSR 180 9/8/10 - 12/17/10 7:30 AM - 1:00 PM E-32 M-F Court Reporting $ 745 We offer a full court reporting program of speeds from 40-240 words per minute. Students must complete a Theory class before enrolling in our online program. CSR 200 State Board Qualifier 9/8/10 - 12/17/10 7:30 AM - 1:00 PM E-32 M-F Court Reporting $ 745 We offer a full court reporting program of speeds from 40-240 words per minute. Students must complete a Theory class before enrolling in our online program. CSR 60 / 80 Speed 9/8/10 - 12/17/10 7:30 AM - 1:00 PM C-11 M-F Court Reporting $ 745 We offer a full court reporting program of speeds from 40-240 words per minute. Students must complete a Theory class before enrolling in our online program. CSR Lab 9/8/10 - 12/17/10 9:00 am - 9:00 pm C-12 M-F Court Reporting $ 0 Depo Procedures Online 9/8/10 - jepperson@das.edu - online Online Class Court Reporting $ 145 Online - Medical Terminology 1 9/8/10 - 11/10/10 rleaf@das.edu - Online Court Reporting $ 145 Medical terminology courses online teach students an in depth view of Medical Terminology, physiology and anatomy. This online medical terminology course will prepare students for an exciting career in healthcare. All online courses at DAS are taught by credentialed instructors. After successful completion of Medical Terminology I and Medical Terminology II, students will receive a Certificate of Completion. Students who earn online medical terminology course certification can expect to find work as medical terminology experts, medical clerks, medical records specialists or medical receptionists. These jobs offer solid wages to motivated individuals and typically provide full benefits to employees. Online - Medical Terminology 2 9/8/10 - 11/10/10 rleaf@das.edu - Online Court Reporting $ 145 Medical terminology courses online teach students an in depth view of Medical Terminology, physiology and anatomy. This online medical terminology course will prepare students for an exciting career in healthcare. All online courses at DAS are taught by credentialed instructors. After successful completion of Medical Terminology I and Medical Terminology II, students will receive a Certificate of Completion. Students who earn online medical terminology course certification can expect to find work as medical terminology experts, medical clerks, medical records specialists or medical receptionists. These jobs offer solid wages to motivated individuals and typically provide full benefits to employees. Don't Sit Another One Out! - Couples Dancing 9/9/10 - 11/18/10 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Activity Room Th Exercise and Fitness $ 32 In this introductory class you will learn the basics to three dances for the price of one! Nightclub Slow-Dance, Cha Cha and Big Band Swing. The 1st half of each class will include the instructional portion of the class for level I & II beginning students. The class fee allows new and previous students to come learn for the 1st half , have fun dancing for the 2nd half, or take the full 90 minutes of instruction and dance practice. This class will be taught in English. No dance experience necessary. Partner required. My partner is Johnny Millett. Drop Those Chips And Come For The SALSA! - Level I 9/9/10 - 10/14/10 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM Act. Rm. Th Exercise and Fitness $ 26 Come join the fun in this newly formatted class. The 1st half of each class will include the instructional portion for level I beginning students. The 2nd half of each class will include an instructor assisted dance practice for level I & II beginning students. The class fee allows new and previous students to come learn for the 1st half, have fun dancing for the 2nd half, or tak ethe FULL 90 minutes of instruction and dance practice. This class is taught in English. No dance experience necessary. No partner necessary as this class rotates partners. Drop Those Chips And Come For The SALSA! - Level II 10/21/10 - 12/9/10 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM Act. Rm. Th Exercise and Fitness $ 26 Come join the fun in this newly formatted class. The 1st half of each class will include the instructional portion for level I beginning students. The 2nd half of each class will include an instructor assisted dance practice for level I & II beginning students. The class fee allows new and previous students to come learn for the 1st half, have fun dancing for the 2nd half, or tak ethe FULL 90 minutes of instruction and dance practice. This class is taught in English. No dance experience necessary. No partner necessary as this class rotates partners. Get Off The Couch and Take That First Step To a Healthier Life Style 7/19/10 - 9/2/10 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Downey High School M-Th Exercise and Fitness $ 50 Its never too late to feel as good as you possibly can! Take advantage of our fitness program, which consists of heart conditioning, toning upper and lower body muscles, stretching and strengthening the core muscles with the use of exercise ball and pilates. Move to our up-beat music in our new aerobic dance room. Learn to monitor your heart rate. Use our state of the art weight room. Get off the Couch and Take That First Step to a Healthier Life Style 9/8/10 - 12/16/10 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Downey High School M-Th Exercise and Fitness $ 85 Its never too late to feel as good as you possibly can! Take advantage of our fitness program, which consists of heart conditioning, toning upper and lower body muscles, stretching and strengthening the core muscles with the use of exercise ball and pilates. Move to our up-beat music in our new aerobic dance room. Learn to monitor your heart rate. Use our state of the art weight room. Restorative Yoga 9/9/10 - 12/9/10 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM HP Event Center Th Exercise and Fitness $ 45 Program focuses on methods that have innumerable benefits such as improved stamina, lung capacity, flexibility, blood circulation, cardiovascular performance, and release of stress. Will include: restorative and remedial yoga techniqies. Bring a Mexican blanket and cotton belt. Restorative Yoga 9/14/10 - 11/16/10 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM HP Event Center T Exercise and Fitness $ 45 Program focuses on methods that have innumerable benefits such as improved stamina, lung capacity, flexibility, blood circulation, cardiovascular performance, and release of stress. Will include: restorative and remedial yoga techniqies. Bring a Mexican blanket and cotton belt. Take The Ultimate Challenge Training Academy 7/19/10 - 9/2/10 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Downey High School M-Th Exercise and Fitness $ 50 This high powered class is designed to challenge you to a higher level of fitness through all disciplines (running, sprinting, strength & learning weight lifting programs, bar workouts, medicine ball work & agility routines, bleachers and an obstacle course). The academy will include teachings in team leadership as well as anatomy & nutrition. Take The Ultimate Challenge Training Academy 9/8/10 - 12/16/10 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Downey High School M-Th Exercise and Fitness $ 85 This high powered class is designed to challenge you to a higher level of fitness through all disciplines (running, sprinting, strength & learning weight lifting programs, bar workouts, medicine ball work & agility routines, bleachers and an obstacle course). The academy will include teachings in team leadership as well as anatomy & nutrition. Makeup for ME All About Eyes 9/13/10 - 12/13/10 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM B-2 M Makeup Artistry $ 145 Have you always wanted to learn how to apply your own makeup for work, going out, or for just everyday life? This course will teach you professional secrets on how to apply makeup on yourself. You will learn techniques on how to choose and apply foundation, eye shadow, and lip coloring. Learn contouring, coloring, lining, and shadow placement to bring out the beautiful you that lies within. Monster Makeup 9/9/10 - 12/16/10 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM B-2 Th Makeup Artistry $ 195 With the advancement of technology in the entertainment business, makeup application has also evolved. Airbrushing has been widley used and requested in the entertainment field to create flawless looks for formats like high definition cameras. You will learn to use the mashine and learn various techniques to achieve various looks, from beauty to fantasy. Airbrushing is a fantastic tool to add to your makeup skills. This is an airbrush course for professionals in the makeup industry. It is highly recommended to bring your own compressor and gun. If you have an interest in purchasing your own, a list of compressors and guns that are recommended will be available. Pre-requisite: must have graduated from the day academy and / or advance night course. If not, must be working in the industry for a minimum of 6 months (must show proof). BLS (Basic Life Support) for Health Care Providers 10/15/10 - One day only 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM J-93 Sat Nursing and Allied Health $ 55 The American Heart Association now offers Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers. This class is designed for all participants who provide health care to patients in a broad diversity of medical settings; as well as, persons operating a childcare facility, persons applying for childcare licenses, and all public school personnel. At the end of the BLS for Health Care Providers course students are eligible to receive a BLS card for Adult, Child and Infant issued by the American Heart Association. Card is mailed in approximately six - eight weeks after completion of class. BLS (Basic Life Support) for Health Care Providers 12/10/10 - One Day Only 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM J-93 Sat Nursing and Allied Health $ 55 The American Heart Association now offers Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers. This class is designed for all participants who provide health care to patients in a broad diversity of medical settings; as well as, persons operating a childcare facility, persons applying for childcare licenses, and all public school personnel. At the end of the BLS for Health Care Providers course students are eligible to receive a BLS card for Adult, Child and Infant issued by the American Heart Association. Card is mailed in approximately six - eight weeks after completion of class. I.V. Therapy 9/17/10 - 9/26/10 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM J-92 F/Sat/Sun Nursing and Allied Health $ 145 Enhance your potential in the nursing field. This is a California BVNPT approved certification course for licensed vocational nurse's who desire to perform blood withdrawal and start an IV therapy within the scope of their practice. This 6-day course will provide the students with theory and clinincal practice. Upon completion, the student will be able to receive certifcation for both IV therapy and blood withdrawal. VN Orientation & Exam Dates 9/22/10 - 10/21/10 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Cafeteria W / Th Nursing and Allied Health $ 35 This twelve month program will offer students both theory and practical hands on training necessary to become a Vocational Nurse. Upon completion, the student will be eligible to take the state licensure examination with the Board of Vocational Nursing (NCLEX-PN). VNs are given special enrollment priority at local registered nurse schools. Call us to make an appointment for orientation and testing (562) 940-6233. Online Court Reporting Speed Building LIBRARY ONLY 9/8/10 - cgrafton@das.edu - online 24 / 7 Online Classes $ 195 We offer a full court reporting program of speeds from 40-240 words per minute. Students must complete a Theory class before enrolling in our online program. Online Court Reporting Speed Building Program Library and Tests Online 9/8/10 - cgrafton@das.edu - online 24 / 7 Online Classes $ 395 We offer a full court reporting program of speeds from 40-240 words per minute. Students must complete a Theory class before enrolling in our online program. Online Medical Terminology 1 9/8/10 - 11/10/10 rleaf@das.edu - 60 hrs online Online Classes $ 145 Medical terminology courses online teach students an in depth view of Medical Terminology, physiology and anatomy. This online medical terminology course will prepare students for an exciting career in healthcare. All online courses at DAS are taught by credentialed instructors. After successful completion of Medical Terminology I and Medical Terminology II, students will receive a Certificate of Completion. Students who earn an online medical terminology course certification can expect to find work as medical terminology experts, medical clerks, medical records specialists or medical receptionists. These jobs offer solid wages to motivated individuals and typically provide full benefits to employees. Online Medical Terminology 2 9/8/10 - 11/10/10 rleaf@das.edu - 60 hrs online Online Classes $ 145 Medical terminology courses online teach students an in depth view of Medical Terminology, physiology and anatomy. This online medical terminology course will prepare students for an exciting career in healthcare. All online courses at DAS are taught by credentialed instructors. After successful completion of Medical Terminology I and Medical Terminology II, students will receive a Certificate of Completion. Students who earn an online medical terminology course certification can expect to find work as medical terminology experts, medical clerks, medical records specialists or medical receptionists. 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