"A Dozen Life Lessons' Workshop offered The Flint Hills Technical College business administrative technology program and the International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP) will be offering a workshop entitled “A Dozen Life Lessons” on Wednesday, April 23 from 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at the College. The cost of the workshop is $27 per participant and includes lunch provided by students in the FHTC hospitality/culinary arts program.
Mary A. Redmond, will present the humorous workshop. When Redmond donned her first hat over 17 years ago, she gained a new HATITUDE. Now, as a seven-day-a-week, hat wearing woman, Redmond shares stories of courage: her own and those of other fearless women. These stories inspire and challenge her audience to create new way of looking at life.
Using only a dozen from her collection of over 150 hats, Redmond reveals life changing experiences and opportunities for growth. She challenges participants to make subtle adjustments that will increase their personal power and passion for life, no matter what their age.
In sharing her story, Redmond was guided to a new attitude of gratitude for life’s blessings. She will inspire listeners as she tells about the time she decided to leave the proper hat at home.
While wearing the proper topper, Redmond faced her fears of public speaking and overcame her need to please everyone all the time. She shares a few of her secrets of self-acceptance and the danger of setting expectations too high.
Her presentation engages and delights audience with touches of humor, compassion and courage. She invites her audiences to learn to listen actively to the many cues and co-incidences that await each of us every day, if only we become proactive players in our own lives.
Redmond is the president of Independent Lease Review, Inc. For over 21 years, Redmond was a sales representative with several top industry-leasing firms. In 2004, she decided to take an additional challenge and conquer some old fears to become a professional speaker. In 2005 and 2006 she presented four workshops at the IAAP International Convention and Educational Forum. Redmond has spoken to numerous IAAP Chapters in both Kansas and Missouri. In 2007, Redmond added a motivational and humorous presentation to her speaking repertoire with her presentation: A Dozen Life Lessons.
The International Association of Administrative Professionals offers top-notch resources to help administrative professionals enhance their skills and become more effective contributors to their employees.
Through the business administrative program at FHTC students learn a variety of software programs, 10-key calculator/keypad, accounting, HTML, office technologies and procedures, technical writing, keyboarding, supervision, transcription, Microsoft Office certification, and records control. Specialized training in the program includes administrative assistant, legal assistant/paralegal, medical transcription, financial assistant, Microsoft Office user specialist and medical billing and coding.
To register for the workshop contact Nadine with the Heartland Chapter IAAP at 620-343-6473.
Business and Industry Center offers New Spring Classes
FHTC is adding to our Spring schedule and now offering four different "two-session" classes to get you started and familiar with MS Word 2003 and MS Excel 2003. These courses are designed for anyone wanting to quickly learn the basics of each software product. Each course is designed for individuals with limited time and resources. Courses are completed in two consecutive Thursday and Friday afternoons.
To enroll and get the details, visit our on line catalog at http:flinthills.augusoft.net and select computer technology under the Training link. To enroll by phone call 620.341-1371 or 620.341-1300 or stop by our front desk at the main campus (3301 W. 18th Avenue) Emporia Kansas. Each course is $35, plus workbook and all courses are taught at FHTC.
MS Excel 2003 Fundamentals: March 27-28 12:00-4:00 p.m., FHTC Auditorium
MS Excel 2003 Intermediate: April 3-4, 12:00-4:00 p.m., FHTC Auditorium
MS Word 2003 Fundamentals: April 10-11 12:00-4:00 p.m., FHTC Auditorium
MS Word 2003 Intermediate: April 17-18, 12:00-4:00 p.m., FHTC Auditorium
Are you a teacher looking for more ways to reach your learning disabled students? In the new on line course, "Working Successfully with Learning Disabled Students," instructor Sara Hardin gives today's busy, hardworking teachers all the knowledge they need to meet learning disabled students' needs. Hardin promises to dissect the whole special education process, from working with individualized education programs (IEPs) to helping students struggling with reading comprehension, math skills, and writing. The course includes a classroom that is open day and night. Students can interact with the instructor and their fellow students in Web-based discussion areas where they can ask as many course-related questions as they'd like. A response is usually promised within one business day, and often arrives much sooner than that. Students can take "Working Successfully with Learning Disabled Students" from the convenience of their home or office, and at any time of the day or night. For more information about this course--part of a growing catalog of more than 300 instructor-facilitated on line courses--contact FHTC's continuing education department at 620.341-1371 or visit our on line catalog and register at http://flinthills.augusoft.net
Building Technologies for Energy Efficient Homes
This seminar is designed for anyone interested in building or teaching how to build energy efficient homes. For twenty years FHTC and instructor Bill Hanlon have designed and built affordable and efficient homes. If you are wishing to add a "green" component to your program or to your building practices, then this course is for you. Call 620.343-4600 ext 1300 to enroll or visit our on line enrollment site at
http://flinthills.augusoft.net and select Training the Construction & Craftsman Skills.
Budgeting can be a valuable tool to help you meet goals and stay abreast of the financial conditions of your business. Your budget can be as simple or as complex as you want it to be. This course will provide a systematic approach to developing and monitoring your business budget. Course is designed for business owners/entrepreneurs new to the budgeting process.
Tuesday, 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM; 1 session on March 25, 2008 Cost $79
Instructor: Karen Skillman Location: Flint Hills Technical College
Call 620-343-4600 ext. 1300 to enroll or visit our on line registration site by selecting the logo or by visiting http://flinthills augusoft.net. Class is located under TRAINING/SMALL BUSINESS links.
Treasure Quest The ship has returned from Pirate Cove full of treasure! $26,000 was raised to support the students of Flint Hills Technical College – exceeding all previous years.
Each sponsor, donor, volunteer and auction attendee helped make it possible for the FHTC Foundation to continue to provide resources to fulfill its mission to “assist students with scholarships and support the mission of the college by enhancing educational opportunities that lead to employment and continuous learning.” Everyone in attendance had a great time and very generously showed their support for technical education and the students of FHTC.
“We are absolutely thrilled with the outcome. This event continues to grow each year and has become something a lot of people look forward to. It is not only fun; it is raises money for a wonderful cause – the students of FHTC. Many students and staff contributed their time and talents toward this event. We were especially excited to have Detroit Diesel Remanufacturing – Central as our honorary hosts for the evening,” stated Jodi Heermann, Executive Director of Advancement.
Detroit Diesel Remanufacturing-Central
Prairie Land Partners John Deere
The Flint Hills Technical College dental hygiene program was officially accredited by the American Dental Association on February 28, 2008. Faculty for the dental hygiene program received notification that the program meets all of the standards required by the ADA and that FHTC may deliver the program.
The dental hygiene program underwent a thorough review from a Dental Accreditation visiting team on October 30 and 31, 2007. The visit included a review of the facility, curriculum, administrative support and assessment processes.
FHTC will provide a dental hygiene reception for the dental community on March 13th at 6:30 p.m. to inform interested parties about the program curriculum and eligibility requirements for prospective students.
The program will start during the summer 2008 semester and 12 students will be admitted. Persons interested in applying need to have completed an ADA accredited dental assisting program with a GPA of 3.0; received the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) Certification; and completed general education courses specific for dental hygiene education.
For more information about the dental hygiene program contact Flint Hills Technical College at 343-4600 or 800-711-6947, ext. 1312.