Courses 2010
January May September
February June October
March July November
April August December
Please choose month
January is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month
Currently there are 500,000 people in Canada with
Alzheimer's Disease or related dementia.
72% of the people with Alzheimer Disease are women.
At the age of 65, 1 out of 11 people will have
Alzheimer Disease or related dementia.
We provide Help for Today, Hope for the Future.
Contact the Alzheimer Societyof Alberta
for more info at 1-866-950-5465.
Watch for our Alzheimer’s workshop here in Jasper next month.
LANGUAGE
ESL for Advanced Beginners
Dates: Jan 11 - Feb 17 (Mon & Wed)
Time: 6:00 - 8:30 pm
Cost: $80
Do you need to improve your English language skills in order to prepare for the Language Assessment Test? This course is instructed at a CLB 4 level and will benefit anyone applying to become a Landed Immigrant or a PNP candidate. Classes will include vocabulary building and grammar, the main focus will be on speaking and conversation.
Spanish Tutoring Sessions
Date: Jan 12 - Mar 18 (Tues & Thurs)
Time: 10:00 am - NOON
Cost: $50
Spanish is one of the most expressive and most preferred second languages in the world! Maybe you want to learn Spanish for the fun of it , or are planning on using it in your travels. Whatever your reasons are, come and learn in a comfortable small group setting with your own Spanish tutor.
COMPUTERS
Intermediate Excel 2007
Date: Jan 20 - Feb 10 (Wed)
Time: 6:30 - 9:00 pm
Cost: $80
This course will begin with a tour of new features included in the 2007 software. You will learn about the application menu, tabs, ribbons, chunks &
supertool tips. This course is designed for those currently using Excel 2003 but who want to improve appearance and functionality of spreadsheets and workbooks. Students will learn how to work with multiple worksheets, how to freezeworksheets and rows, formatting features and printing options, filtering lists, as well as working with names and protecting data.
Scared Stiff: Computer Basics
Date: Sat. Jan. 23
Time: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Cost: $40
Scared to turn on a computer? This absolute beginner course will teach you the basics, from how to log in, and use mouse controls and desktop toolbars, to managing and searching for files and folders. Discover how to create, view, edit, save and print documents. You’ll also change fonts and styles, use formatting tools and learn to browse the Internet. Most importantly, you’ll gain the confidence necessary to make efficient use of your computer.
Internet & Email for Beginners
Dates: Jan 26 - Feb 18 (Tues & Thurs)
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Cost: $75
Are your family and friends encouraging you to use e-mail and access the internet? This course will teach you how to use search engines and browsers and provide you with lots of hands on experience using your own e-mail. You’ll practice sending and receiving e-mail messages, deleting unwanted messages, setting up address books, downloading attachments and managing your email account. By the end of the class you will be able to navigate the Internet and use your e-mail effectively. Must be comfortable using a mouse.
EMPLOYMENT ENHANCEMENT
ProServe
Date: Sat. Jan 23
Time: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm (1 hr lunch)
Cost: $52.50
Formally ASIP, the ultimate goal of ProServe Liquor Staff Training is to promote responsible liquor service in Alberta. Training topics include legal responsibilities and liabilities, identifying intoxication, handling situations involving minors, and discontinuing or refusing sale of alcohol. Mandatory Certification for anyone serving alcohol as of January 1, 2010.
PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
Being an Executor: Legal Rights and Responsibilities
Date: Tues. Jan. 26th
Time: 7:00 - 9:00 pm
Cost: FREE
Registration Deadline Jan. 22nd
This presentation will provide an overview of the legal rights and responsibilities of an executor as that person who:
* Gathers the estate assets
* Pays the debts
* Distributes to beneficiaries
* Generally administers the estate.
You’ll also have the opportunity to ask any other questions you may have regarding this important responsibility.
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Skin Care 101
Date: Wed. Jan 20
Time: 5:00 - 8:00 pm
Cost: $30
In this workshop, you will learn how to take care of your skin, how to deal with problem skin, be it aging, stress or hormonal imbalanced skin types. The skincare products we will use are of the highest quality, 100% organic, handmade with no
added chemicals. You’ll also enjoy a mini-facial during the course. Skin care products will be available at a discount.
Get to the Point Acupuncture
Date: Wed. Jan 13th
Time: 7:00 - 9:00 pm
Cost: FREE
In this seminar Toby Li, DTCM, RAc. will discuss the foundations of acupuncture and Chinese medicine, and a wide variety of ailments that can be treated with these methods. There will be a live demonstration of acupuncture and other aspects of Chinese medicine. Please join us for this information session to explore the many benefits of this 3,000 year old form of medicine.
Integrative Restoration Meditation for Health & Happiness
Dates: Jan 19 - Feb 23 (Tues)
Time: 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Cost: $50
Integrative Restoration (iRest) is a modern
adaption of the ancient teachings of Yoga Nidra. In this meditative practice, we will explore body, mind and spirit. Benefits include deep relaxation and an increased ability to deal with insomnia, depression, anxiety, fear and chronic pain. At the end of the series, you will be given a set of
practices so you can practise at home.
Yoga Basics for Beginners
Dates: Jan 20 - Feb 24 (Wed)
Time: 7:00 - 9:00 pm
Cost: $50
Have you ever wondered what yoga is all about? Have you been too intimidated to try a yoga class because you have no experience? In this class, you will learn some of the basic physical postures, breathing practices and meditation techniques that comprise a yoga class. This class is suitable for beginners of any ability or for anyone who wants to review the basics.
GENERAL INTEREST
Thai Cooking
Date: Mon. Jan 25
Time: 6:00 - 9:00 pm
Cost: $50
Come and learn how to cook Thai food using local ingredients. The course will involve participation in all aspects of the preparation and cooking process including the making of sauces from fresh ingredients to the all important tasting and adjustment of seasoning.
