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**WORKFORCE READINESS"   **CAREER EXPLORATION AND JOB TRAINING**   **CAREER PROGRAMS**   Cosmetology   Office Training   Paralegal   California State Notary Public   Combination Welder   **BUSINESS TRAINING**   Communicate in Business and in Life   **COMPUTERS**   Computer Education Program   PC Operating Systems and Introduction to Windows Vista   Microsoft Office 2007   Intro To The Personal Computer   PC Operating Systems   Microsoft Office 2003 Applications   Financial   Digital Photography   E-Commerce, eBay & Internet   Web Design   Life Begins at 55   Mac Classes   Desktop Publishing for Mac   Mac Digital Camera and Professional Photography   **ONLINE TRAINING**   **COMMUNITY EDUCATION**   Language   Culture & Cuisine   Fine & Applied Arts   Folk Art: Timeless Traditions   Legal, Financial and Retirement   Health, Fitness & Wellness   Home and Garden   Music & Dance   Outdoors   Special Interest   Parent Education   **SPECIAL PROGRAMS**   Older Adults   Visually Impaired Adults   Independent Living Skills   Leisure Time Skills   Supported Living	**WORKFORCE READINESS" The classes listed below are non-fee classes and are not available to register for online. If you are interested in registering for these classes, you can do so by mailing in your registration to 390 Finley Street, Auburn, CA 95603; by faxing in your registration to (530) 823-1406, or by walking into our office at 390 Finley Street, Auburn. If you would like additional information regarding these classes, please call us at (530) 885-8585.      English as a Second Language--Multi-Level      Study English at Home Program (ESL) Study Citizenship at Home      **GED Testing/High School Diploma Options**      GED Test Preparation/Boost the Basics      GED Testing      GED/High School Diploma Drop-In Day      High School Diploma Program      High School Courses        English as a Second Language--Multi-Level Tell a Friend!          Learn English today. Join a short class or attend and build your skills and confidence. Students must be over 18 years old and may attend any or all classes. Auburn Family Resource Center has daytime childcare. Chana High and Placer have computer labs. Classes are FREE. For more information, call (530) 885-8585.      Section Dates Days Times Location Instructor Fee  Aux  Total       031001  9/11 - 10/25  Tues & Thurs  10:00am - 12:00pm  Auburn Family Resource Center 11990 Heritage Oak Place, Suite 3 Childcare available  Staff  -  -  -  Please Call!    031001  10/30 - 12/13 No Class 11/20 & 11/22  Tues & Thurs  10:00am - 12:00pm  Auburn Family Resource Center 11990 Heritage Oak Place, Suite 3 Childcare available  Staff  -  -  -  Please Call!    031004  9/10 - 10/24  Mon & Weds  6:30pm-9:00pm  Chana H.S.,Room 19 3775 Richardson Drive, Auburn Use computers too!  Kiefer-Arcand  -  -  -  Please Call!    031004  10/29 - 12/12 No Class 11/12, 11/19, 11/21  Mon & Weds  6:30pm-9:00pm  Chana H.S.,Room 19 3775 Richardson Drive, Auburn Use computers too!  Kiefer-Arcand  -  -  -  Please Call!    031000  10/30 - 12/13 No Class 11/20 & 11/22  Tues & Thurs  6:00pm-9:00pm  Placer High School Room 630 Use computers too!  Duncan  -  -  -  Please Call!    031007  10/3 - 12/21 No Class 11/21  Wednesday  4:00pm-5:30pm  Sierra Grace Church 1260 Wesley Lane, Auburn Childcare available  Duncan  -  -  -  Please Call!      top     Study English at Home Program (ESL) Study Citizenship at Home Tell a Friend!          Study English At Home and Study ESL/Citizenship at Home are perfect for students who want to improve their skills by studying independently using videos, CDs, and books at home. Students will spend about 10 hours per week doing assignments on their own, and will meet with an instructor for 30 minutes a week to review work and track progress. Call (530) 823-6961, ext. 3# for more information. *A $20 refundable deposit for video/book check-out is required to begin Study English or Study Citizenship at Home.      Section Dates Days Times Location Instructor Fee  Aux  Total       031008  Ongoing  Tues  By Appointment  360 Finley Street, Auburn  Duncan  -  -  -  Please Call!    031100  Ongoing  Tues  By Appointment  360 Finley Street, Auburn  Duncan  -  -  -  Please Call!       Notes:  New Student Orientation Thursday, October 4, 2007 12:00 - 1:00pm Location: The Blue House 390 Finley St., Auburn, CA or 6:30 - 7:30pm Location: Placer H.S. Room 630      top     **GED Testing/High School Diploma Options** Tell a Friend!          Counseling & Guidance Services - Couseling is available for students in the GED and high school diploma program and for those needing assistance with scheduling. Call us at (530) 885-8585 to set up an appointment with our counselor. * Learn the difference between an Adult Education diploma and a GED certificate. * Choose the program that best suits your needs, abilities, and future education and career plans. * Take some Adult Education classes FREE to gain job skills while you earn high school credit. * Prepare for better jobs, promotions, and further training opportunities.      Section Dates Days Times Location Instructor Fee  Aux  Total             -       -  -  -  Please Call!          -       -  -  -  Please Call!      top     GED Test Preparation/Boost the Basics Tell a Friend!          This all-inclusive class covers everything from refreshing skills in reading, writing and math to preparing students in one or more of the five subject areas covered by the GED examination. Study in small groups and individually. Computer-assisted instruction is also available. For those preparing for the GED, instructional emphasis is on English usage and math. Additionally, GED students may opt for the GED Study at Home Program. Students may enter this free program at any time after attending the introductory orientation. Call (530) 885-8585 to sign up for orientation. Those who complete 18 hours of instruction can save $30.00 on the cost of taking the GED test.      Section Dates Days Times Location Instructor Fee  Aux  Total       010301  9/10 Ongoing  Mon, Tue, Wed  5:30pm - 8:00pm  360 Finley Street, Auburn  Walsh-Curley  -  -  -  Please Call!    022100  Ongoing  By Appointment - call today  (530) 823-6961, Ext. 2#  360 Finley Street, Auburn  Walsh-Curley  -  -  -  Please Call!      top     GED Testing Tell a Friend!          Placer School for Adults is an authorized GED Testing Center. Students who perform satisfactorily on the GED may (1) receive credits toward a high school diploma; (2) qualify for the California High School Certificate of Equivalency (the legal equivalent of a high school diploma); or (3) both. There is a $90.00 fee to take the test. The paperwork, appointments, and the $90.00 testing fee must be completed in advance. For satisfactory test scores, you will receive a GED Score Report and a Certificate of Equivalency issued by the California Department of Education.      Section Dates Days Times Location Instructor Fee  Aux  Total       602010  See schedule below    -   390 Finley Street, Auburn  Staff  -  -  -  Please Call!       Notes:  FALL 2007 GED Testing Dates are as follows: October 9, 10, 11 November 6, 7, 8 December 4, 5, 6      top     GED/High School Diploma Drop-In Day Tell a Friend!          Wednesday, August 22nd Placer School for Adults will host an adult education drop-in day to encourage adults who have not finished grade or high school to "drop in" for free counseling. Each participant will receive specific recommendations and personalized information on how to earn a diploma or prepare for the GED. This personal contact is important as many people are not aware that previous school work, job experience and other activities can count as diploma credit.      Section Dates Days Times Location Instructor Fee  Aux  Total         8/22  Wednesday  9:00am - 6:00pm  390 Finley Street, Auburn  Staff  0.00  -  0.00  Please Call!       Notes:  When: Wednesday, August 22nd from 9:00am - 6:00pm Where: Placer School for Adults, 390 Finley Street, Auburn Who: Adults who have not completed high school. What: A one day, high visibility outreach project. Adults without diplomas can come to the adult school for free on-the spot, no-appointment diploma or GED counseling. They will be given specific, personalized recommendations as to how best proceed to earn a diploma.      top     High School Diploma Program Tell a Friend!          The High School Diploma Program allows you to: *work in a relaxed, self-paced classroom. *use books and materials developed for adults. *work individually with a teacher's assistance. *earn an Adult Education high school diploma. High School Diplomas - Adutls may earn credit toward their high school diploma in many ways, including GED testing, previous education and training, previous military service, or work experience. All students are required to pass the California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE). Contact the PSA counselor for details (530) 885-8585. Graduation - A cap and gown ceremony and reception is held each May for graduates of the High School Diploma Program. Summer and mid-term graduates are encouraged to participate in this graduation ceremony.      Section Dates Days Times Location Instructor Fee  Aux  Total             -     Staff  -  -  -  Please Call!      top     High School Courses Tell a Friend!          Placer School for Adults offers the following high school courses for adult students wishing to achieve their high school diploma. The following classes are offered: Algebra 1, Math Review, Reading/Composition, Integrated Science, US History 1 & 2, Civics and Economics.      Section Dates Days Times Location Instructor Fee  Aux  Total         8/27-12/10    -   Placer H.S. & Chana H.S    -  -  -  Please Call!       Notes:  All classes are held at Placer High School or Chana High School. Classes start the week of August 27th and end the week of December 10th. Students who are interested in taking these courses must call our Adult School office at (530) 885-8585 to make an appointment with our counselor.
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