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REGISTRATIONfor Continuing Education

Register in Student Services.HOURS OF OPERATION

Monday–Thursday, 7:15am–7:00pmFriday, 7:15am–1:30pm

*We are closed on Fridays during summer break.Please arrive 1/2 hour prior to closing time.

COURSE OFFERINGS*ALL FEES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.

Course handbooks are available for purchase in the Suncoast Technical College Media Center Bookstore.

Continuing Education CoursesHEAlTH SCIENCE ..................................................................................4-8ACLS Provider Recertification .................................................................... 4ACLS Full Course ........................................................................................ 4Alzheimer’s Disease & Other Dementias .....................................................4BLS Healthcare Provider ............................................................................ 4C.N.A. In-Service Training........................................................................... 5Death & Dying ............................................................................................ 5Domestic Violence ..................................................................................... 5Ethics, HIPAA, & Confidentiality ................................................................. 5EVOC-Emergency Vehicles Operation Course ........................................5-6HeartSaver CPR/AED ................................................................................. 6HeartSaver First Aid ................................................................................... 6HIV Update .................................................................................................. 6How to Deal with Difficult Patients & Families ......................................... 6Human Trafficking ...................................................................................... 6IV Therapy ................................................................................................... 7Managing Pain in the Elderly ..................................................................... 7Medication Error & Prevention .................................................................. 7Nursing and the Law .................................................................................. 7Nutrition & Hydration of the Elderly Patient ............................................. 7Paramedic/EMT Refresher Course ........................................................... 8 Recognition of Impairment in the Workplace ........................................... 8 The New Addiction: Synthetic Drugs ......................................................... 8

CISCO ......................................................................................................... 9CISCO Networking Academy (Semesters 1-4) .......................................... 9

EARlY CHIlDHOOD EDUCATION ..................................................... 9-11FCCPC/National CDA ...............................................................................10Apprentices Year 1 ...................................................................................10Apprentices Year 2 ...................................................................................11Center Management (Online Class) ........................................................11State Mandated Courses .........................................................................11FCCPC/CDA (North Port Campus) ...........................................................11

Suncoast Technical ProgramsProgram Descriptions ........................................................................ 12-18

The Sarasota School Board prohibits discrimination in its educational programs, services or activities, or employment conditions or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnic or national origin, genetic information, marital status, qualified disability defined under the ADAAA, or on the basis of the use of a language other than English, except as provided by law. The Sarasota School Board also ensures equal access to school facilities for the Boy Scouts of America and other patriotic youth groups.Any person who believes he or she has experienced any such prohibited discrimination may file a complaint with the district Equity Coordinator Al Harayda by calling (941) 927-9000, ext. 31217, or writing him at 1960 Landings Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34231.

We appreciate your interest in Suncoast Techni-cal College. Suncoast is an excellent choice to help you meet your education and career goals. Our faculty and staff members provide rigorous and challenging state-of-the-art career and technical programs, as well as high quality academic pro-grams that prepare our students with the knowl-edge, skills and behaviors demanded by Sarasota area employers and colleges. Our staff members are focused on your success and will work with you to accomplish your goals. Our career and technical programs are developed in partnership with Sarasota area businesses. Our academic programs are based on community members’ input and their

demonstrated needs. Suncoast Technical College programs are designed with the economic development of the community in mind. Please visit with one of our professional counselors to plan your educational program at Suncoast Technical College. You can be assured that your educational experience at Suncoast Technical College will provide a solid base on which to build your future success.

We look forward to seeing you in one of our programs.

Dr. Ron DiPillo, Executive Director

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HEAlTH SCIENCE COURSES*NOTE: Prices are subject to change.

ACLS Provider Recertification Date Day Time Location Instructor *Cost Sept 7 Friday 9am-3pm 2-105 Tuttle $67.56 + Book

One-day course, designed for those who wish to renew their ACLS certification. Includes a comprehensive review. Must show current, unexpired BLS and ACLS cards to register. Students must purchase and read handbook prior to class. This class is for experi-enced ACLS providers only. Please review pretest, medications and rhythm information on CD included with handbook. Pretest will be reviewed in class. Handbook can be purchased in media center bookstore. Due to the interactive nature of this course, students will not be permitted after the class begins. Limited to 6 students. (6 CEU)

AClS Full Course Date Day Time Location Instructor *Cost Sept 6 & 7 Th & F 9am-3pm 2-105 Tuttle $135.12 + Book

Two day course designed to provide the knowledge and skills needed to evaluate and manage the first 10 min-utes of an adult ventricular fibrillation/ventricular tachy-cardiaarrest. Providers are expected to learn to manage 10 core ACLS case scenarios. Includes a review of ACLS procedures. Written and performance evaluations will be given. Must show current, unexpired BLS card in order

to receive ACLS course completion card. Students must purchase and read textbook prior to the class. Handbook may be purchased in media center bookstore. Please review pretest, medication and rhythm information on CD included with textbook. Pretest will be reviewed in class. Limited to 6 students. (12 CEU)

Alzheimer's Disease & Other Dementias Date Day Time Location Instructor *Cost Aug 29 Wednesday 6pm-8pm 3-212 Miner $25.64

This course is designed to assist Health Care Professionals and Guardians to interact more effectively with persons who have Alzheimer’s disease or a related disorder. It will also help them to understand the progression of the disease and thus enable them to work more effectively with their patients and families. (2 CEU)

BlS Healthcare Provider Date Day Time Location Instructor *Cost Aug 21 Tuesday 5pm-9pm 3-212 Archbold $44.92 + Book Sept 18 Tuesday 5pm-9pm 3-212 Archbold $44.92 + Book Oct 11 Thursday 5pm-9pm 3-212 Archbold $44.92 + Book Nov 14 Wednesday 5pm-9pm 3-212 Archbold $44.92 + Book Dec 11 Tuesday 5pm-9pm 3-212 Archbold $44.92 + Book

For Licensed or non-licensed healthcare professionals work-ing in health related facilities. Includes intensive training with bag-mask ventilation, barrier devices, the automated external defibrillator (AED), adult and pediatric CPR and relief of foreign body airway obstruction. Course is physical-ly strenuous. Bring a pad or blanket to kneel on. American Heart Association card is valid for two years. All students must purchase and read handbook prior to attending class. Handbook may be purchased in media center bookstore.

Due to the interactive nature of this course, students will not be permitted after the class begins. Limited to 6 students. (4 CEU)

C.N.A. In-Service Training Date Day Time Location Instructor *Cost Oct 9 & 16 Tuesday 6pm-9pm 3-212 Miner $56.92

Every certified nursing assistant must complete a minimum of 12 hours of in- service training each calendar year. This course includes the required content in:

1) medical record documentation, 2) resident rights, 3) communication with cognitively impaired clients, 4) blood borne diseases and infection control, 5) legal implications, and 6) medical error prevention and safety. Additional content includes HIV update and CPR offered in other courses. This is a two-session course. (6 CEU)

Death & Dying Date Day Time Location Instructor *Cost Nov 13 Tuesday 6pm-8pm 3-212 Miner $25.64

Healthcare providers have a crucial role to play in helping patients with a terminal illness Accept their condition. What is the right thing to say? What do you say when the patient wants to talk about dying. Tips and techniques for all healthcare providers. (2 CEU)

Domestic Violence Date Day Time Location Instructor *Cost Oct 10 Wednesday 6pm-8pm 3-212 Chapman $25.64

This course meets the Florida Board of Nursing Chapter 464 requirement for two hours of continuing education on domestic violence. Course will be instructed by SPARCC (Safe Place & Rape Crisis Center), the only state certified domestic violence center in Sarasota County offering services to victims of domestic violence and rape. Content includes statistics, screening procedures, local resources, client referral, reporting, confidentiality, and the role of the health care worker and mental health professional in dealing with sexual and acquaintance rape. (2 CEU)

Ethics, HIPAA, & Confidentiality Date Day Time Location Instructor *Cost Oct 24 Wednesday 6pm-8pm 3-212 Miner $25.64

Learn the importance of ethical practice and confidentiality related to treatment, patient’s personal information and healthcare practice. Healthcare providers must be knowledge-able in ethical practices of human dignity and collaborative care. (2 CEU)

EVOC-Emergency Vehicles Operation Course Date Day Time Location Instructor *Cost Nov 28 (Classroom) Wednesday 5pm-10pm 2-105 Tuttle 1 of 3 Nov 29 (Classroom) Thursday 5pm-10pm 2-105 Tuttle 2 of 3 Dec 1 (Skills) Saturday 9pm-4pm TBA Tuttle 3 of 3 *Student must attend all 3 classes in order to complete EVOC course. $157.92

As an emergency vehicle operator, you face distractions and hazards that other driv-ers never encounter. With the siren screaming and lights flashing, you weave around traffic and squeeze through narrow spaces all the while keeping an ever-watchful eye on other vehicles and pedestrians. You concentrate on your driving while paramedics care for the patient en-route, but his condition and urgent need for added medical

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attention heightens your stress. It is your responsibility to reach the nearest health care facility quickly and safely. Intense emergency driving demands expert training, and the Center for Emergency Medicine’s Emergency Vehicle Operators Course (EVOC) can pre-pare you for the road. 16-hour course, class size limited to 25 students.

HeartSaver CPR/AED Date Day Time Location Instructor *Cost Sept 12 Wednesday 5pm-8pm 3-212 Archbold $52.64 + Book Nov 6 Tuesday 5pm-8pm 3-212 Archbold $52.64 + Book

For home health aides, CNA’s, and lay rescuers for use in the home or workplace setting. Includes training in CPR, use of AED, and the relief of choking. American Heart Association card is val-id for two years. Students must purchase and read handbook prior to attending class. Handbook may be purchased in media center bookstore. Due to the interactive nature of this course, students will not be permitted after class begins. We will offer

this course in Spanish on the dates listed below. Limited to 8 students. (3 CEU)

HeartSaver First Aid Date Day Time Location Instructor *Cost Oct 17 Wednesday 5pm-8pm 3-212 Archbold $52.64 + Book

A classroom, video based, instructor-led course that teaches students critical skills to respond to and manage an emergency in the first few minutes until emergency medical services (EMS) arrives. Students learn skills such as how to treat bleeding, sprains, broken bones, shock and other first aid emergencies. Students must purchase and read handbook prior to attending class. Handbook

may be purchased in media center bookstore. Due to the interactive nature of this course, students will not be permitted after class begins. Limited to 8 students. (3 CEU)

HIV Update Date Day Time Location Instructor *Cost Dec 13 Thursday 6pm-8pm 3-212 Miner $25.64

Many healthcare workers in Florida are required to complete an HIV/AIDS update for license renewal. (2 CEU)

How to Deal with Difficult Patients & Families Date Day Time Location Instructor *Cost Sept 26 Wednesday 6pm-8pm 3-212 Miner $25.64

Caring for difficult patients and families can be challenging. This course offers tips and techniques for dealing with non-cooperative patients and demanding families while learning to recognize one’s own thoughts, feelings and attitudes that can im-pact the caregiver/patient relationship. (2 CEU)

Human Trafficking Date Day Time Location Instructor *Cost Oct 23 Tuesday 6pm-8pm 2-208 Walker $25.64

This 2 hour course on Human trafficking meets the continu-ing education requirement for all FL Nursing Professionals

defined in s.787.06(2). It includes types of human trafficking, factors placing individuals at greater risk at being victimized,

public and private social services available for rescue, food, clothing, shelter, hotlines to report trafficking, validated as-sessment and educational tools, procedures for sharing in-

formation related to human trafficking, and referral options for legal and social services.

IV Therapy Date Day Time Location Instructor *Cost Oct 30-Dec 11 Tues & Thurs 9am-12am 3-212 Mayer $325.20 + Book

This IV therapy class meets the Florida Board of Nurs-ing requirements for expanding the scope of practice for LPN’s (Ch. 64B9 Rule 210-21) and is an ideal refresher course for RN’s desiring to update their skills and IV knowledge. This 30-hour course includes didactic learning and practicing clinical skills in a lab setting. This 5.5 week class meets twice weekly on

Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9am to noon. Current evidence-based practice, calcula-tions, infection control, and age specific concerns related to IV Therapy are stressed. A book is required for this course and can be purchased in media center bookstore. Attendance to every class is mandatory for course completion. This class is limited to 14 students. FoR NURSES oNLy. (30 CEU)

Managing Pain in the Elderly Date Day Time Location Instructor *Cost Nov 8 Thursday 6pm-8pm 3-212 Miner $25.64

116 million American suffer from chronic pain. This class reviews the pathways of pain, categories of pain and assessment techniques for healthcare providers. The primary focus is on the elderly patient, utilizing various assessment tools and tips for assessing pain in the cognitively impaired patient. Content also covers cultural aspects and management of pain. (2 CEU)

Medication Error & Prevention Date Day Time Location Instructor *Cost Sept 13 Thursday 6pm-8pm 3-212 Miner $25.64

This course provides an approved mandatory two-hour require-ment by the Florida legislature in medical errors prevention for all healthcare practitioners (Ch. 456.013(7) FS. This course will include a study of root-cause analysis, error reduction and prevention and patient safety. Includes factors that impact the occurrence of medical errors, recognizing error-prone situations,

processes to improve patient outcomes, responsibilities for reporting, and safety needs of special populations, and public education. (2 CEU)

Nursing & the law Date Day Time Location Instructor *Cost Aug 23 Thursday 6pm-8pm 3-212 Miner $25.64

This course addresses the legislative purpose for the Nurse Practice Act, specific laws and rules related to nursing, requirements for CE, ethical and legal practices, the pro-cess of discipline, and creating a professional plan within the limits of the law. (2 CEU)

Nutrition & Hydration of the Elderly Patient Date Day Time Location Instructor *Cost Dec 5 Wednesday 6pm-8pm 3-212 Miner $25.64

As a person ages, food and nutritional needs change. Older patients do not burn calories as quickly but still require a good diet and adequate hydration. They need more vitamins, minerals, and protein when they are sick and more fiber to prevent constipation. This class will explore the nutritional and hydration needs of the elderly, discuss the loss of taste and smell and

identify signs and symptoms of poor nutrition and hydration. Assessment and treat-ment techniques will be discussed. (2 CEU)

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CISCO NETWORKING ACADEMY

---CISCO Courses--- Dates (by Semester) Time Location Instructor *Cost

S1: Aug 14–Oct 18, 2018 6pm-9pm 2-206 Solum $416.08 S2: Oct 25–Jan 15, 2019 6pm-9pm 2-206 Solum $506.32 S3: Jan 22–March 7, 2019 6pm-9pm 2-206 Solum $325.84 S4: March 26–May 7, 2019 6pm-9pm 2-206 Solum $325.84

*Prices shown reflect 2017-2018 rates. Fees for 2018-2019 are subject to change. _________________________________________________________________________

The Cisco Networking adult program curriculum provides a comprehensive over-view of networking from fundamentals to advanced applications and services. The program prepares students for IT professional careers and also for the Cisco Certified Entry-Level Technician (CCENT) and Cisco Certified Network Associate Route Switch (CCNA) certification exams. The academy's four sessions emphasize theoretical concepts and practical applications while providing hands-on labs that are needed to design, install, operate, and maintain networks in small to medium businesses, as well as enterprise and service provider environments. The course is based on the new Cisco Certification standards. Labs include state of the art products (routers, switch-es, wireless), software and computers as well as use of the Packet Tracer. Instruction is conducted by a Sarasota County School District Network Engineer, experienced in current networking challenges and solutions. A discount on the CCNA exam is avail-able to students who complete all four classes and achieve a score of at least 75% on each semesters final exam.

*For detailed descriptions of Cisco courses, contact Student Services at (941) 924-1365 x62283.

EARlY CHIlDHOOD EDUCATION The Early Childhood Education program prepares students to under-stand the ages and stages of child development and to plan meaningful learning experiences for young children from birth through 8 years of age. Students will learn competencies concerning the care of young children in the Early Childhood Industry. Students model best practice teaching techniques with the children at Suncoast Technical College in our

Tech Tots Laboratory Preschool or in other approved community child care centers. Observation and supervision of work experience with young children in a school or community laboratory setting are an integral part of this program. To achieve Early Child-hood Professional Certificate status, a student must successfully complete 480 hours of direct work with children aged five years or younger. In addition, they will spend 120 hours completing classroom coursework. Students completing this program are eligible for a higher wage and/or supervisory positions in the child care field. Suncoast recommends that students obtain certification in infant/child CPR and first aid for initial employment.

Paramedic/EMT Refresher Course Date Day Time Location Instructor *Cost Begins ONLINE w/ Sept 10 some mandatory ONLINE ONLINE Martinez $399.20 skills days TBA

All Florida Emergency Technicians (EMT) and Paramedic certificates are due to expire on December 1, 2018. This 40-hour course is based on the U.S. DOT Nation Standard Curriculum for EMT’s and follows their guidelines for an EMT basic refresher. This course will also include a BLS recertification, optional ACLS for paramedics and 2 hours on pediatric emergencies. Paramedics will also need an ACLS course to recertify. This is a combined on-line and skills demonstration course with a mandatory orientation. Class size is limited to 30 students.

Recognition of Impairment in the Workplace Date Day Time Location Instructor *Cost Sept 18 Tuesday 6pm-8pm 2-208 Walker $25.64

This class meets the FL Board of Nursing requirement: The new 2 CE requirement for the Recognizing Im-pairment in the Workplace course became effective August 1, 2017, then every other biennium thereafter. The purpose of this course is to help nurses in the state of Florida identify and support coworkers who may be afflicted with workplace impairment. At the end of the course, the individual will be able to identify signs and symptoms of the impaired employee, be able to discuss some of the steps employers have implemented to pro-mote patient and public safety and provide assistance

to the employee, be able to identify and discuss steps to file a report of an impaired nurse, discuss mandatory reporting laws, and be able to identify and discuss treat-ment options and programs for impaired practitioners. (2 CEU)

The New Addiction: Synthetic Drugs Date Day Time Location Instructor *Cost Nov 27 Tuesday 6pm-8pm 2-208 Walker $25.64

Synthetic illicit drugs are dangerous and potent. Extremely toxic chemicals are added and the effects of these drugs can be deadly. K2 for example is a legal form of marijuana frequently abused, especially by young people. It is a com-bination of dried herbs sprayed with a substance similar to marijuana and marketed as incense. When combined with other drugs and sometimes alcohol, serious injury can occur. This class will educate healthcare providers on the use, signs, symptoms and care options of synthetic drug use including K2 and bath salts. (2 CEU)

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Apprentices Year 2 (Sarasota Campus) Course & Dates Time Location Instructor Cost orientation (year 1 & 2) – 2.5 hours 8/16/18 (T/Th) 6:30pm-9pm 2-123 Ellis $0.00 Activities for Preschool Children (year 1 or 2) – 30 hours 8/21/18– 9/27/18 (T/Th) 6:30pm-9pm 2-122 $0.00 Planning for Infants & Toddlers (year 1 or 2)– 30 hours 8/21/18– 9/27/18 (T/Th) 6:30pm-9pm 2-123 Papantonakis $0.00 Resource File Development– 30 hours 10/2/18– 11/8/18 (T/Th) 6:30pm-9pm 2-123 Ellis $0.00 Literacy Rich Environment– 45 hours 11/13/18– 1/31/19 (T/Th) 6:30pm-9pm 2-123 Ellis $0.00 Activities for Preschool Children II– 30 hours 2/5/19– 3/14/19 (T/Th) 6:30pm-9pm 2-123 $0.00 School Age Appropriate Practices– 10 hours 3/26/19– 3/28/19 (T/Th) 6:30pm-9pm 2-123 $0.00

Center Management Online (Classes are ONLINE) Registration Courses & Dates Deadline Location Instructor Cost Child Care Center Management– 45 hours *3 years of field experience required 9/10/18 – 11/9/18 8/23/2018 ONLINE $399.10 Child Care Center Management– 45 hours *3 years of field experience required 1/7/19 – 3/8/19 12/14/2018 ONLINE $399.10 Child Care Center Management– 45 hours *3 years of field experience required 3/25/19 – 5/24/19 3/8/2019 ONLINE $399.10

State Mandated Courses (Classes at STC Main Campus, Sarasota) Course & Dates Time Location Instructor Cost School Age Appropriate Practices– 10 hours 3/26/19 – 3/28/19 (T/Th) 6:30pm-9pm 2-123 $85.60 Understanding DAP– 5 hours 4/9/19 – 4/11/19 (T/Th) 6:30pm-9pm 2-122 $47.80 Preschool Appropriate Practices– 5 hours 4/16/19 – 4/18/19 (T/Th) 6:30pm-9pm 2-122 $47.80 Infant & Toddler Appropriate Practices– 5 hours 4/23/19 – 4/25/19 (T/Th) 6:30pm-9pm 2-122 $47.80

FCCPC/CDA Classes (Classes at STC North Port Campus) *This is a hybrid class with 1 in-person meeting per week & remaining work done online. Course & Dates Time Location Instructor Cost orientation– 2.5 hours 8/13/18 (M) 6:30pm-9pm 215 Papantonakis $0.00 Planning for Infants & Toddlers– 30 hours 8/20/18 – 9/24/18 (M*) 6:30pm-9pm 215 Papantonakis $236.80 Diversity– 30 hours 10/1/18 – 11/5/18 (M*) 6:30pm-9pm 215 Papantonakis $236.80 Resource File Development– 20 hours 11/12/18 – 12/17/18 (M*) 6:30pm-9pm 215 Papantonakis $161.20 Intellectual Development– 40 hours 1/7/19 – 2/25/19 (M*) 6:30pm-9pm 215 Papantonakis $312.40 Program Management– 20 hours 3/4/19 – 4/1/19 (M*) 6:30pm-9pm 215 Papantonakis $161.20 Professionalism– 25 hours 4/8/19 – 5/6/19 (M*) 6:30pm-9pm 215 Papantonakis $199.00

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FCCPC/National CDA (Sarasota Campus) Course & Dates Time Location Instructor Cost

orientation – 2.5 hours 8/14/18 (T/Th) 6:30pm-9pm 2-123 Ellis $0.00

Activities for Preschool Children – 30 hours 8/21/18– 9/27/18 (T/Th) 6:30pm-9pm 2-122 $236.80

Planning for Infants & Toddlers – 30 hours 8/21/18– 9/27/18 (T/Th) 6:30pm-9pm 2-123 Papantonakis $236.80

Diversity in Early Care & Education – 30 hours 10/2/17– 11/8/17 (T/Th) 6:30pm-9pm 2-122 Papantonakis $236.80

Intellectual Development – 40 hours 11/13/17– 1/24/18 (T/Th) 6:30pm-9pm 2-122 Papantonakis $312.40

Program Management – 20 hours 1/29/18– 2/21/18 (T/Th) 6:30pm-9pm 2-122 $161.20

Professionalism – 25 hours 2/26/18– 4/4/18 (T/Th) 6:30pm-9pm 2-122 $199.00

Resource File Development – 20 hours 4/9/18– 5/2/18 (T/Th) 6:30pm-9pm 2-123 Ellis $161.20

Practicum–10 hours (M-Th) By Appointment Off-Site $85.60

Apprentices Year 1 (Sarasota Campus) Course & Dates Time Location Instructor Cost

orientation (year 1 & 2) – 2.5 hours 8/16/18 (T/Th) 6:30pm-9pm 2-123 Ellis $0.00

Activities for Preschool Children (year 1 or 2) – 30 hours 8/21/18– 9/27/18 (T/Th) 6:30pm-9pm 2-122 $0.00

Planning for Infants & Toddlers (year 1 or 2)– 30 hours 8/21/18– 9/27/18 (T/Th) 6:30pm-9pm 2-123 Papantonakis $0.00

Diversity in Early Care & Education – 30 hours 10/2/18– 11/8/18 (T/Th) 6:30pm-9pm 2-122 Papantonakis $0.00

Intellectual Development – 40 hours 11/13/18– 1/24/19 (T/Th) 6:30pm-9pm 2-122 Papantonakis $0.00

Program Management – 20 hours 1/29/19– 2/21/19 (T/Th) 6:30pm-9pm 2-122 $0.00

Professionalism – 25 hours 2/26/19– 4/4/19 (T/Th) 6:30pm-9pm 2-122 $0.00

Understanding DAP– 5 hours 4/9/19– 4/11/19 (T/Th) 6:30pm-9pm 2-122 $0.00

Preschool Appropriate Practices–5 hours 4/16/19– 4/18/19 (T/Th) 6:30pm-9pm 2-122 $0.00

Infant & Toddler Appropriate Practices–5 hours 4/23/19– 4/25/19 (T/Th) 6:30pm-9pm 2-122 $0.00

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Suncoast Technical College–Program listingsCAMPUS lOCATIONS VARY FROM PROGRAM TO PROGRAM.

*2018-2019 Program Costs To Be Determined.For more information, please visit us online at suncoast.edu

or contact Student Services at (941) 924-1365 x62283

Accounting Operations __________________________________________________________________________ Length: 9 Months Campus: Sarasota & North Port__________________________________________________________________________This program prepares students for employment as accounting clerks, bookkeepers, and payroll clerks as well as provides supplemental training for persons previously or currently employed in these occupational areas. Accountants analyze, record, and inter-pret facts and figures. A successful accounting career demands diverse skills and high ethical standards. In addition to accounting and software knowledge, employees must have skills in communications, organization, adaptability, and problem solving.

Administrative Office Specialist__________________________________________________________________________ Length: 10 Months Campus: Sarasota & North Port__________________________________________________________________________This program prepares students for employment as administrative assistants or as administrative office support staff. Content, including extensive training in Microsoft Office, digital publishing, social media design, proofreading, and basic accounting, fully prepares students for administrative duties in today’s business environment. Employ-ment opportunities exist in small businesses, corporations, and government agencies.

Advanced Manufacturing & Production Technology __________________________________________________________________________ Length: 7.5 Months Campus: Sarasota__________________________________________________________________________This program prepares students for entry into the advanced manufacturing industry. Content emphasizes beginning skills key to the success of working in the automation and manufacturing industry. Students gain an understanding of technology and the concept of Design for Manufacturing, study workplace safety and workplace organization, work-place communication skills, and basic machine assembly, fabrication, and operation.

Air Conditioning, Refrigeration & Heating Technology I__________________________________________________________________________ Length: 7 Months Campus: Sarasota__________________________________________________________________________This program provides classroom and lab experiences that enable students to become proficient in the installation, repair, and maintenance of residential & commercial A/C, re-frigeration, and heating systems. The knowledge, training, and tools received, will prepare them to pass the Environmental Protection Agency certification test and begin their career.

Automotive Collision Technology__________________________________________________________________________ Length: 1 year Campus: Sarasota__________________________________________________________________________This program prepares students for employment as automotive body repairers and refinishers to work in dealerships, body shops, or paint facilities. Course content includes basic trade skills; refinishing skills; sheet metal repair skills; frame and unibody squaring and aligning; use of fillers; paint systems and undercoats; related welding skills; related mechanical skills; trim-hardware maintenance; glass servicing; and other miscellaneous repairs. SkillsUSA Inc., a career and technical organization, is part of the program reinforcing specific career and technical skills.

Automotive Service Technology__________________________________________________________________________ Length: 15 Months Campus: Sarasota__________________________________________________________________________Graduates of this ASE certified training program will be qualified for entry-level em-ployment with automobile dealerships, fleet operators, automotive specialty shops, mass merchandisers, and independent retailers. Using state-of-the-art diagnostic and test equipment, students will learn operational theory, diagnostic procedures, and industry accepted methods of service and repair of current automotive systems. All courses contain periods of classroom lecture, practical demonstration and “hands-on” laboratory experience to provide a comprehensive and thorough learning experience for the student. The instruction, course of study, facilities, and equipment

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Crossover from Correctional Officer to Law Enforcement__________________________________________________________________________ Length: 13 Weeks Campus: Sarasota __________________________________________________________________________This program is designed for individuals who currently have certification as correc-tional officers and want certification as law enforcement officers.

Digital Design__________________________________________________________________________ Length: 1 year Campus: Sarasota__________________________________________________________________________This program prepares students for employment in digital publishing positions. Content includes enhanced practical experiences and design principles in computer generated art and text, graphic design, graphic production, electronic design skills, preparation of electronic layouts and illustrations, electronic scanning, and development of specialized skills in both print and web page development. Software used is Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, InDesign & Illustrator) and also Word Press and Acrobat. Students prepare for Adobe Certification and continuing higher education. Those who complete this program are eligible to articulate to State College of FL and receive credit for work they completed in their Suncoast program. Students are encouraged to participate in SkillsUSA. This organization plays an integral part in the program by reinforcing specific career and technical skills.

Digital Video Technology__________________________________________________________________________ Length: 9 Months Campus: Sarasota__________________________________________________________________________This program prepares students to either continue with secondary education or directly enter the career field as a videographer, editor, production assistant, lighting director, or entry level technician. Students will gain practical knowledge and skills using current digital video equipment. The program builds knowledge in script writing, preproduction planning, scheduling, hiring a crew, camera work, lighting, audio recording, set design, studio production, field production and editing. The program is a planned sequence of courses with each knowledge base building on the previous course so students must enter at the beginning of the course year in the fall.

Drafting__________________________________________________________________________ Length: 18 Months Campus: Sarasota__________________________________________________________________________This program prepares students for employment in the architectural, engineering, construction, or manufacturing industries. It teaches the fundamentals of drafting to obtain an entry-level drafting job and prepares students for continuing education in architecture, engineering, and design professions. The curriculum meets the needs of beginning students as well as those who have previous drafting experience or education and need to update their drafting skills, especially in computer-aided drafting (CAD). Prospective students who wish to enter the CAD portion of the program must demonstrate drafting proficiency prior to enrollment by presenting a portfolio or by demonstrating their skills. Students are eligible to join SkillsUSA and acquire an industry certification.

Early Childhood Education__________________________________________________________________________ Length: 6 Months Campus: Sarasota__________________________________________________________________________The Early Childhood Education program prepares students to understand the ages and stages of child development and to plan meaningful learning experiences for young children ages birth to eight. Students learn competencies concerning the care of young children in the Early Childhood industry. Individuals may earn a Professional Certificate by successfully completing 480 hours of direct work with children age five or younger.

Electricity__________________________________________________________________________ Length: 11 Months Campus: Sarasota__________________________________________________________________________This program focuses on broad, transferable skills, stresses the understanding of all aspects of the electricity industry, and demonstrates such elements of the industry as planning, management, finance, technical and production skills, underlying principles of technology, labor issues, community issues, and health, safety, and environmental issues. We offer a sequence of courses that provide coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to

of this institution, have been evaluated by the National Automotive Technicians Edu-cation Foundation (NATEF) and certified by the National Institute for Automotive Ser-vice Excellence Standards of Quality (ASE) for the training of Automobile Technicians. Suncoast Technical College is an Audi of America Premium Plus Partner. Start your technician career with the industry’s most technology advanced automobile.

Building Trades & Construction Design Technology__________________________________________________________________________ Length: 9 Months Campus: Sarasota__________________________________________________________________________Preparing students for employment/advanced training in the building construction industry, the sequence of courses in this program provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowl-edge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Architec-ture and Construction career cluster. Content includes but is not limited to applying construction techniques; reading plans and specifications; and developing trade skills in carpentry, masonry, electricity, plumbing and air conditioning.

Business Management & Analysis__________________________________________________________________________ Length: 9 Months Campus: Sarasota & North Port__________________________________________________________________________This program prepares students for employment as manager trainees. It also provides supplemental training for persons previously or currently employed in these occupational areas. Content focuses on broad, transferable skills of business supervision including communications, human resource management, bookkeeping and QuickBooks, insurance, business law, and computer applications. Students also learn the functions of management, forms of business ownership, organizational structures, ethics, government regulations in business, how to open and operate a business, and how to prepare business plans.

Carpentry__________________________________________________________________________ Length: 10 Months Campus: North Port__________________________________________________________________________This hands-on program prepares students for employment or advanced training in the building construction industry. It is designed to develop rough and finish carpentry skills. Students will learn carpentry skills such as framing, masonry, roofing, dry wall-ing, and many more required for entry in the building construction industry.

Computer Systems & Information Technology __________________________________________________________________________ Length: 9 Months Campus: Sarasota__________________________________________________________________________This program prepares the student for the CompTIA A+ and Network+ exams. These certifications will prepare the student to enter the high technology workforce as a computer and/or network technician. They will also prepare students to design, build, troubleshoot and repair both personal computers and small computer networks. Students gain experience using diagnostic equipment common to the electronics industry.

Correctional Officer__________________________________________________________________________ Length: 11 Weeks Campus: Sarasota__________________________________________________________________________The Basic Recruit Correctional Officer certification program prepares students for employment as entry-level correctional officers and meets the requirements of the FL Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission (CJSTC). We utilize standards developed by the FL Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and adopted by CJSTC. Students can be sponsored by an employing agency or apply for direct admission. A prospective student applying for direct admission must complete and pass an appli-cation screening process. Practical skills and field experiences are an integral part of the program. In addition, we prepare students to provide first responder care to sick or injured persons.

Cosmetology__________________________________________________________________________ Length: 11 Months Campus: Sarasota__________________________________________________________________________Cosmetology provides students with technical knowledge and skills necessary to qualify for the Florida Cosmetology State Licensure Examination. Instruction includes a combination of classroom theory and practical experiences on mannequins and clients. Students are eligible to join SkillsUSA, the career and technical service organization for this program.

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Industrial Technologies__________________________________________________________________________ Length: 1 year Campus: North Port__________________________________________________________________________Industrial businesses nationwide are in demand of trained industrial maintenance and repair technicians. This program trains the student as a multi-skilled worker in areas such as safety, computer skills, hand and power tools, business operations, industrial physics, basic electricity and electronics, refrigeration, pneumatics, hydrau-lics, programmable logic controls, mechanical drive systems, pumps, pipe and tubing systems, air compressors, pollution control systems, basic machine shop operations, lubricants, robotics, boilers and schematic reading.

legal Administrative Specialist__________________________________________________________________________ Length: 9 Months Campus: Sarasota__________________________________________________________________________The Legal Administrative Specialist program prepares students for employment in private law firms, clerk of court offices, corporate and judicial legal offices. Skills include Microsoft Office, legal typing and transcription, legal office procedures, business law, and legal application software. Laboratory activities are an integral part of this program and include the use of computers, transcription equipment, peripheral equipment and the Internet. Students who complete this program are eligible to articulate to State College of Florida and receive credit for the work they completed in their STC program.

Marine Service Technologies__________________________________________________________________________ Length: 1 year Campus: Sarasota__________________________________________________________________________This program focuses on maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, removing, and installing marine engines and systems in pleasure boats. Classroom and lab time includes service, repair, and overhaul of four stroke and two-stroke cycle engines, outboard engines, electrical systems, fuel systems, power transfer systems, ignition systems, cooling systems, lubrication systems, drive systems and boat/trailer rigging. Through a combination of classroom instruction, demonstrations and hands-on work in the lab, you will diagnose, service and repair marine mechanical systems using current technology and equipment.

Medical Administrative Specialist__________________________________________________________________________ Length: 9 Months Campus: Sarasota__________________________________________________________________________The medical administrative specialist serves a key role in today’s fast-paced, high-tech medical settings. Having a sincere desire to help people and learn the complexi-ties of the evolving healthcare industry, a medical administrative specialist must also be competent in electronic health records, management of practice finances, insur-ance processing, software applications, and office management tasks. The content in the Medical Administrative Specialist program provides educational opportunities for those interested in working in physician practices; large healthcare and allied health organizations. Students receive specialized training in medical terminology, electronic health records, health insurance, coding and billing, medical transcription, practice management software, and Microsoft Office Suite software. Student who complete this program may be eligible to articulate to State College of Florida and receive credit for work they completed in their Suncoast program.

.NET Application Development and Programming__________________________________________________________________________ Length: 10 Months Campus: Sarasota__________________________________________________________________________This program is designed to prepare students for employment as Information Tech-nology Assistants, Computer Programmer Aides, Junior Programmers, Computer Programming Specialists, and Computer Programmers while providing supplemental training for persons previously or currently employed in any of these occupations. The program offers a broad foundation of knowledge and skills expanding the traditional role of the Junior Programmer. The course also provides an approach to ef-fective programming that combines study, research and practice, in order to adapt to changing computing environments. Students are encouraged to participate in career and technical organizations. Students are eligible to join FBLA or Skills USA.

prepare for further education and careers in the architecture and construction career clus-ter; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the architecture and construction career cluster.

Emergency Medical Technician–ATD (Applied Technical Diploma) __________________________________________________________________________ Length: 3 Months Campus: North Port__________________________________________________________________________This program prepares students to administer basic emergency care using appropri-ate equipment and material. Students gain clinical experience on Pediatric or Human Patient Simulators, local emergency rooms, and fire department rescue units. This program has achieved national accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs and is now part of the Emergency Medical Ser-vices Associate of Science degree. Graduates are prepared for certification as EMTs in accordance with Chapter 64J-2 of the Florida Administrative Code. State certifica-tion is granted after successful completion of the National Registry Exam. This is the initial level for a career in emergency medical systems and the primary prerequisite for paramedic training and certification.

Facials Specialty__________________________________________________________________________ Length: 3 Month Campus: Sarasota__________________________________________________________________________Students receive skills needed for employment as facial specialists upon completion of the program and may register with the State of FL. Laboratory activities constitute the main portion of the program and follow the safety and sanitation standards of the industry.

Fire Fighter / EMT__________________________________________________________________________ Length: 4.5 Months Campus: Sarasota & Fire Science Academy__________________________________________________________________________This program provides the necessary training required for students to become certi-fied firefighters as well as licensed Emergency Medical Technicians. It is not intended for those who are currently certified/licensed as either firefighters or EMTs. Students wishing to add an additional certification to an existing credential must enroll in either the Fire Fighter program or the Emergency Medical Technician program. The EMT portion prepares students to administer basic emergency care using appropriate equipment and material. Students gain clinical experience on Pediatric or Human Patient Simulators, local emergency rooms, and fire department rescue units. This program has achieved national accreditation from the Commission on Accredita-tion of Allied Health Education Programs and is now part of the Emergency Medical Services Associate of Science degree. Graduates are prepared for certification as EMTs in accordance with Chapter 64J-2 of the Florida Administrative Code. State certification is granted after successful com-pletion of the National Registry Exam. This is the initial level for a career in emergency medical systems and the primary prerequisite for paramedic training and certification.

Fl law Enforcement Academy__________________________________________________________________________ Length: 5 Months Campus: Sarasota__________________________________________________________________________The SCJA at Suncoast offers the Basic Law Enforcement Officer Recruit certification program. We prepare students for employment as entry-level law enforcement officers and meet the requirements of the FL Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission (CJSTC). Students may be sponsored by an employing agency or apply for direct admission. Practical skills and field exercises are an integral part. Additionally, this program prepares students to provide initial care to sick or injured persons. A first responder is the first to arrive at the scene of an injury but does not have the primary responsi-bility for treating and transporting the injured person(s). This program is approved by the Department of Education (DOE) utilizing standards jointly developed by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and approved by CJSTC. All instructors are certified by the FDLE CJSTC. Suncoast Technical College is a CJSTC certified training center. Graduates are eligible to take the Law Enforcement State Certification Exam and earn credit hours toward an Associates Degree through local participating colleges in partnership with Suncoast Technical College.

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This program maintains approval from the Florida State Board of Nursing. Grad-uates are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN) given by the Florida State Board of Nursing. This is a national licensing exam with reciprocity in all states. This licensure provides the LPN with eli-gibility to articulate with the registered nurse (RN) transition programs at community colleges or in the university system. All teachers are registered nurses, licensed by the State of FL, and credentialed by the Board of Nursing.

Precision Machining & CNC Automation__________________________________________________________________________ Length: 11 Months Campus: Sarasota__________________________________________________________________________This program consists of specialized classroom instruction, along with projects and lab experiences that concern the machining of metals and plastics. Instruction also includes the use of precision measuring instruments. Classroom and practical experi-ences teach students: CNC programming, use of CAD/CAM (Computer Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing) processes, and to set up and perform advanced level machining operations. Related trade math and blueprint reading are taught as a part of the program and are used extensively in laboratory activities. CAD/CAM processes and CNC machining activities play an increasingly important role in the industry. A major program focus is development of knowledge and skills that meet requirements of the industry. Machinists are trained to perform these tasks as an integral part of the engineering and manufacturing process. The machin-ery and materials used are those commonly found in the precision machine industry. Instruction is provided in safe practices, which are critical in this industry, and the use of tools, equipment, materials and processes found in the machining industry.

Private Security Officer__________________________________________________________________________ Length: 2.5 Weeks Campus: Sarasota__________________________________________________________________________Looking for a career in security services? Consider this exciting field. Apply for a Class D Private Security Officer license upon completion of this 40 hour training program.

Professional Culinary Arts & Hospitality__________________________________________________________________________ Length: 10 Months Campus: Sarasota & North Port__________________________________________________________________________This program provides training in preparing, storing, and serving food while using and maintaining commercial food preparation equipment to prepare students for employment as restaurant cooks. Laboratory activities provide practical experiences in using industry standards and sanitation procedures and creating a variety of specialty and exotic dishes. This program articulates credit to Johnson and Wales University, State College of Florida, University of South Florida, and the American Culinary Federation. Students are eligible to join SkillsUSA and the American Culinary Federation.

Surgical Technology__________________________________________________________________________ Length: 1 year Campus: Sarasota__________________________________________________________________________Certified surgical technologists act as scrub persons during surgery, anticipating surgeon’s needs. They prepare instruments and supplies for specific procedures and pass instruments to the surgeon. They have the knowledge and ability to ensure qual-ity patient care during operative procedures and are constantly vigilant in maintaining a sterile field. The program has achieved national accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs. Graduates are eligible to take the Association of Surgical Technologists National Certification Examination.

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Nursing Assistant (lTC)__________________________________________________________________________ Length: 1 Month Campus: Sarasota & Alta vista__________________________________________________________________________This non-matriculated, state-approved program prepares students primarily for employ-ment as nursing assistants in nursing homes, although other employment options are available. Successful completion of this program prepares students to take the State of Florida Nursing Assistant Examination for certification in accordance with Chapter 82-163, Florida Statutes.

Paramedic__________________________________________________________________________ Length: 14 Months Campus: Sarasota__________________________________________________________________________This program prepares students to function as team leaders on advanced life support rescues. Students learn and practice procedures such as intravenous infusions, en-dotracheal intubation, defibrillation, and drug administration in addition to the basic techniques of resuscitation and stabilization. Students gain clinical experiences on Pediatric and Human Patient Simulators, in local emergency rooms, operating rooms, and on fire department rescue units. This Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP).

Plumbing__________________________________________________________________________ Length: 9 Months Campus: Sarasota__________________________________________________________________________Suncoast Technical College’s Plumbing Technology program provides students with the basics of installing and repairing plumbing systems–water pipes and drains– in residential and commercial buildings. Coursework includes sketching diagrams, interpreting blueprints, and practicing plumbing assembly. Students will learn about state codes and requirements and get an in-depth look at plumbing systems and their design and installation. Representatives from local plumbing companies and other industry experts will address students and offer opportunities for certification in various products available on the market today. Students will acquire skills in soldering, blueprint reading, codes, layout of systems, and assembly of all types of piping including cast iron, pipe sketching, and threading pipes. Students will also be introduced to water heaters, water pumps, water treatment, septic tanks, community water, fixtures, faucets, valves, and other appliances.

Power Equipment Technologies__________________________________________________________________________ Length: 9 Months Campus: Sarasota__________________________________________________________________________This short certificate program is designed to teach students to repair small gasoline engines. Students receive instruction in the principles of four-stroke cycle and two-stroke cycle engines. After completing this program, students will be able to diagnose small engine problems and make repairs to chain saws, lawnmowers, and other simi-lar equipment. Graduates of the Small Engine Repair program may become employed as a mechanic, service technician, small engine mechanic, outdoor power equipment service technician, golf cart mechanic, lawnmower repair mechanic, small engine technician, or small engine repair instructor.

Practical Nursing__________________________________________________________________________ Length: 1 year Campus: Sarasota & North Port__________________________________________________________________________This program prepares students to plan and administer nursing care to patients in hospitals, extended care facilities, physicians’ offices, healthcare agencies, and pri-vate homes. This care includes providing for the physical and emotional needs of the patient, administering medications, providing therapeutic treatments, and assisting with rehabilitation. Clinical experiences make up over 50 percent of the total program hours. Students must submit to drug testing prior to clinical placement. Students learn patient observation skills, treatments, and medications using the Skills Lab and Pediatric and Adult Human Patient Simulator. They have clinical assignments at three local hospitals, several nursing homes, community mental-health facilities, and other selected healthcare agencies.

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