Career and Certification Training - Spring

Which Term? When registering online, you need to know which term your class is in. Here is how to tell: Fall classes have a -0 in the course code (e.g., ART C79-04). Summer classes have a -3 in the course code (e.g., ART C79-31). In addition, Fall CRN numbers begin with 6, (e.g., CRN 62081). Summer CRN numbers begin with 5 (e.g., CRN 50543). Please do not  put two terms on the same registration form! e.g: Spring and Summer. 

Administrative Assistant

Career and Certification

Food Service

Medical Office Technology

Real Estate

Real Estate Appraiser

Real Estate Broker

Consumer Real Estate

Real Estate Home Inspector

Real Estate Home Study

Real Estate Salesperson

RE Proficiency Exam Preparation Seminars

Veterinary Assistant

Administrative Assistant

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT                                      Fee: $109
FUNDAMENTALS (ONLINE)                     In-district Seniors: $70
Rapid growth in the health, legal services, data processing, management, public relations, and other industries have created many new job opportunities for administrative assistants. This course will help you discover and master the essentials of managerial and staff support, information and records management, communications technology, travel and meeting coordination, space planning, and office ergonomics. You’ll become an indispensable member of your team by identifying opportunities and implementing solutions to turn your office into a high productivity machine. Requirements: Adobe Flash Player and Adobe Reader (download for free from www.adobe.com/downloads).
BUB A42-303, 4/20-6/10        CRN 40386

EXPLORE A CAREER AS ADMINISTRATIVE                 Fee: $109
MEDICAL ASSISTANT (ONLINE)             In-district Seniors: $70
If you are seeking job security and room for advancement, consider a career in the medical field. Explore the many responsibilities of an administrative medical assistant, from making appointments and handling the front desk to creating a medical chart and verifying patients’ insurance. Learn to perform check-out tasks including creating a receipt, posting patients’ charges, and filing a medical chart. And finally, get familiar with the basics of diagnostic and procedural coding and insurance billing.
MED E02-303, 4/20-6/10    CRN 41021

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Career and Certification Training

BARTENDING CERTIFICATION    Fee: $525
The focus of this program is to provide students with as much hands-on training as possible. Course curriculum provides a thorough understanding of all duties, skills, responsibilities and obligations associated with bartending in the public or private sector. Students (ages 21 and over) who successfully score 80 percent or better on both written and practical exams will receive a certificate verifying their eligibility for employment as bartenders. Graduates also may qualify for job placements. Classes are held at ABC Bartending School, located at 1699 Wall Street, Mt. Prospect, IL. No senior discount.
BAR T01-06, ABC, Mon.-Thu., 4/4-4/19, 6-10 pm  - CRN 40300
BAR T01-07, ABC, Mon.-Fri., 4/18-4/22, 9 am-5 pm -  CRN 40302
BAR T01-08, ABC, Mon.-Fri., 4/11-4/22, 1 - 5 pm -  CRN 40306
BAR T01-09, ABC, Mon.-Fri., 5/9-5/20, 9 am-1 pm -  CRN 40304

BASSET TRAINING                  Fee: $50
BASSET stands for Beverage Alcohol Sellers and Servers Education and Training. This program meets the State of Illinois requirements to satisfy municipal codes for employment or liquor license procurement. The curriculum covers the physical properties of alcohol; customer prevention and intervention techniques; state statutes and local ordinances; DUI laws; proper identification techniques; police and paramedic recommendations; dram shop laws; civil and criminal liabilities; alcoholism; and victim rights. This training is being provided through Advance Design Concepts, Inc., an Illinois- licensed BASSET provider. All training materials are included in fee. Training location: Holiday Inn, 3405 Algonquin Road, Rolling Meadows, IL 60008. No senior discount.
BAS S01-02, 1 Sun., 4/17, 11 am-6 pm  - CRN 40298

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CAREER TRANSITION MANAGEMENT:
LIFE MANAGEMENT ISSUES
Register for all three classes and pay $60. No senior discount.
PSY B78-01, OC/SK, 3 Fri, 4/15, 9-11:30 am                 CRN 41640

STRETCHING THE $$$$:                                         Fee: $25
Managing Money in a Time of Transition
During a job transition, effective budgeting and money management are essential. Acquire the tools and resources to build and maintain a budget, manage and preserve credit, and access resources that can assist you and your family. No senior discount.
BUS E50-01, OC/SK, 1 Fri., 4/15, 9-11:30 am                CRN 41641

KEEPING UP: Managing Stress, Maintaining                       Fee: $25
Self-Esteem, Recognizing Value                     
Among a high-stress events such as a death in the family, divorce, and serious illness, job loss can profoundly affect emotional well-being. Job loss can lead to a cycle of denial, anger, frustration, and eventual adaptation. By exploring this cycle, one can identify their own stage and move more quickly to adaptation. Discussions focus on managing stress, understanding one’s value, maintaining a positive outlook, and ensuring balance in life during the job search. No senior discount.
PSY B21-01, OC/SK, 1 Fri., 4/22, 9-11:30 am                CRN 41642

RELATIONSHIPS MATTER: Helping Others
Affected by Your Career Transition                     Fee: $25
Job loss or disruption can have a profound impact on relationships. Acquire essential tips and techniques to better communicate with family and friends and engage them in support during your job search. Learn to recognize signs of stress in those around you and identify ways of giving or getting help when needed. No senior discount.
PSY B61-01, OC/SK, 1 Fri., 4/29, 9-11:30 am                CRN 41643

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CERTIFIED BOOKKEEPER EXAM
PREPARATION (ONLINE)                                      Fee: $1,795
This online open enrollment program is offered in partnership with Gatlin Education Services (GES). Instructors/mentors are actively involved in your online learning experience. They respond to any questions or concerns, as well as encouraging and motivating you to succeed. This program includes a set of lessons and evaluations; grades are a combination of the instructor/mentor’s evaluation of students’ work and computer graded tests.
For information contact Gatlin Education at 817.870.2870 or questions@gatlineducation.com.
Note: Once the course is accessed either by requesting course materials or viewing lessons, there are no refunds.Certified Bookkeepers (CBs) are to bookkeeping what CPAs are to accounting: the elite of the profession. This online course for experienced bookkeepers leads to national certification with the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers (AIPB). The AIPB certification is a high professional standard and the only national standard for bookkeepers. This program was created by the AIPB to prepare experienced bookkeepers for the certification exam. In order to sit for the AIPB Certification exam, persons must be able to submit proof of at least two years full-time or 3,000 hours part-time experience. You will need an e-mail address, internet access and current versions of Microsoft Word and Excel. All textbooks (workbooks) are included. Register by March 27, 2011. (80 hours) No senior discount.
BUS R04-300, 12/16/10-5/15/11  -  CRN 41506

CERTIFIED WEDDING PLANNER (ONLINE)                       Fee: $1,395
This online open enrollment program is offered in partnership with Gatlin Education Services (GES). Instructors/mentors are actively involved in your online learning experience. They respond to any questions or concerns, as well as encouraging and motivating you to succeed. This program includes a set of lessons and evaluations; grades are a combination of the instructor/mentor’s evaluation of students’ work and computer graded tests.
For information contact Gatlin Education at 817.870.2870 or questions@gatlineducation.com.
Note: Once the course is accessed either by requesting course materials or viewing lessons, there are no refunds.
Sophisticated women know they cannot be both “the bride” and the wedding planner on their big day. That’s why demand continues to grow for qualified wedding planners. This online program provides all the tools necessary to work as a professional wedding planner or start your wedding planning business. Whether you embark on a full-time career, or plan only a few weddings a year, the Wedding Planning Certificate Program is perfect for those who want to immediately start making money as a wedding planner. Program includes role-playing, vignettes, and other ways to practice actual business objectives and case studies in the daily world of wedding planning. Register by March 27, 2011. (300 Hours) No senior discount.
BUS S93-300, 12/16/10-5/15/11  - CRN 41505

AMERICAN RED CROSS CHILD CPR
AND AED, PLUS INFANT CPR COURSE                 Fee: $99
This course will provide the lay responder with the knowledge and skills necessary to sustain life and minimize the consequences of injury or sudden illness until medical help arrives. Participants will learn how to identify and eliminate potentially hazardous conditions; recognize emergencies; and make appropriate decisions for first aid care. Special emphasis will be placed on CPR/AED training with the opportunity to earn American Red Cross certification.
HEA C14-01, GLBRK S, 3 Thu, 1/27, 6-9 pm, Vinopal    CRN 40097

AMERICAN RED CROSS CPR AND AED                 Fee: $99
Learn to identify and eliminate potentially hazardous conditions, recognize emergencies and make appropriate decisions for first aid care. A special emphasis will be placed on CPR/AED training with the opportunity to earn American Red Cross certification.
HEA C22-02, GLBRK S, 3 Thu, 2/24, 6-9 pm, Vinopal    CRN 40098

CPR RESCUE              Fee: $35
This course covers adult, child and infant CPR, along with mouth-to-mouth, the Heimlich maneuver and two-person CPR. OSHA, DCFS and JCAHO compliant. American Heart Association recognition (AHA card) available for additional $3. Wear clothing suitable for kneeling on the floor and bring a pen or pencil. Disposable mannequin practice shields included for safety. (CPR handbook is $3, payable in class) No senior discount.
HEA E05-03, ETHS, 1 Tue., & Thu, 4/26, 6:30-9 pm, Wilburn    CRN 40099

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Food Service

FOOD SERVICE SANITATION SUPERVISION    Fee: $197
Attention all food service operators! Illinois code requires that all food service operators be under the operational supervision of a certified food service sanitation manager. This course prepares you and your employees for the certification examination required by the Illinois Department of Public Health, which is given at the final session. It is recommended that students have a 10th grade reading and comprehension level. Cost of manual (approx. $70) is included in the course fee. Student is responsible for the $35 state certificate fee. (Your State of Illinois Food Service Sanitation Certificate can be applied toward the Chicago Board of Health Sanitation Certificate. Students must complete the curriculum and pass the certification exam. Ask your instructor for more details.)
BUS A50-01, NILES N, 7 Wed., 4/6, 6-9 pm, Kulczycky - CRN 40285

New!
FOOD SERVICE SANITATION FOR
EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAMS*                 Fee: $91
Course introduces theory and practice of food and environmental sanitation in food-production areas of early childhood education programs. Content includes providing safe food, safe food storage, and maintaining safe, sanitary equipment. Students must pass the NRA’s Food Sanitation Certification Examination with a minimum score of 75 percent.
BUS A50-C01, OC/SK, 2 Fri., 4/1, 9 am-4 pm, -  CRN 41316

FOOD SAFETY REFRESHER COURSE               Fee: $90
This class satisfies the Illinois Department of Public Health’s required five hours of continuing food safety education for renewal of the Food Service Sanitation Manager Certificate. You must bring your old certificate to class. Note: This class does not recertify the Chicago Board of Health Sanitation Certificate.
BUS R99-02, OC/SK, 1 Sat., 4/16, 9 am-3 pm, Kulczycky -  CRN 40284
BUS R99-03, OC/SK, 1 Sat., 5/14, 9 am-3 pm, Kirshner -  CRN 40283

New!
FOODSERVICE MANAGEMENT CREDENTIAL
To earn the NRAEF ManageFirst Professional™ (MFP™) Credential students must master five topic areas: four (4) mandatory core credential topics including the ServSafe© Food Service Sanitation Supervision course on page 11 (BUS A50) and one elective foundation topic. Students also must complete 800 Industry Work Hours.


New!
FOOD PRODUCTION                  Fee: $200
Food service managers must have a fundamental knowledge of cooking, food production, and product quality. This hands-on class covers basic cooking techniques; effective food production (including banquets and buffets); and secondary usage of leftovers. Food Production is an elective and one of the standard and acceptable foundation courses. No senior discount.
FST A06-01, NILES N, 6 Mon/Wed, 4/11, 6:30-9 pm -  CRN 41401

New!
CONTROLLING FOOD SERVICE COSTS                               Fee: $200
The ability to manage costs is integral to the financial health and future of any food service operation. We’ll focus on how food prices affect profitability and learn best practices from industry professionals. Students will observe cost controls relative to standardized recipes, selling price, vendor analysis, food production, and the receipt and storage of product. Controlling Food Service Costs is one of the mandatory core credential courses. No senior discount.
FST A07-01, ETHS, 6 Tue/Thu, 4/12, 6:30-9 pm -  CRN 41404

 PARALEGAL PREPARATION I                            Fee: $109
(ONLINE)                                        In-district Seniors: $70
Legal Terminology, Process, Ethics, Tort and Contract Law. The course provides an overview of the American judicial system focusing on the origins of American law and the litigation process. Requirement: Adobe Flash Player and Adobe Reader (download for free from www.adobe.com/downloads).
BUB A45-303, 4/20-6/10 -   CRN 40390

PERSONAL TRAINER CERTIFICATION              Fee: $579
Get the instruction you need to become a Certified Personal Trainer. This nationally recognized program combines lecture with practical skill development, and is offered in collaboration with the well-known World Instructor Training Schools. Topics include anatomy, exercise physiology, injuries, and health screening. The certification exam (held on the sixth week) is included in the price. Textbook (approx. $80) required. Students must read Chapters 1, 3, 5, and 6 prior to first class. This book is not available at the bookstore — it can be purchased from World Instructor Training Schools. Call 888-330-9487 to order or go to www.witseducation.com. The book is also available from Amazon.com. Proof of current CPR/AED certification is required before the Personal Trainer Certificate can be issued. Oakton offers CPR classes that will fulfill this requirement. See page 10. Also required is a 30-hour internship with a local health club. No refund after course begins. No senior discount.
PED C03-01, OC/DP, 6 Sun., 1/23, 9 am-4 pm -  CRN 40840
PED C03-02, OC/DP, 6 Sun., 3/6, 9 am-4 pm  - CRN 40841

PROJECT MANAGEMENT
CERTIFICATION PREPARATION*                      Fee: $182
Course offers an intensive review of project management concepts and the application of these concepts to various business scenarios in preparation for the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification exam. Recommended: CPT A83, MAN A35 or comparable knowledge or consent of instructor.
CPT A84-C01, OC/DP, 5 Thu, 4/14, 6-10 pm  - CRN 41293

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Veterinary Assistant

BECOME A VETERINARY ASSISTANT               Fee: $109
(ONLINE)                                        In-district Seniors: $70
If you like animals you may enjoy working in a veterinary office or hospital. The instructor is a practicing veterinarian who will share information on pet nutrition, vaccinations, works, fleas, first aid, euthanasia, and alternative medicine. You’ll also learn what it takes to run such an operation as a small business. Requirements: Adobe Flash Player and Adobe Reader (download for free from www.adobe.com/downloads).
BUB A60-303, 4/20-6/10   -   CRN 40576

BECOME A VETERINARY ASSISTANT II:         Fee: $109
CANINE REPRODUCTION            In-district Seniors: $70
(ONLINE)
Understand canine reproduction and how to manage the entire dog breeding cycle, from assessing parent health to puppy care. Requirements: Adobe Flash Player and Adobe Reader (download for free from www.adobe.com/downloads).
BUB A61-303, 4/20-6/10  -    CRN 40580

BECOME A VETERINARY ASSISTANT III:          Fee: $109
PRACTICAL SKILLS (ONLINE)      In-district Seniors: $70
Gain essential practical skills you need to become a valuable veterinary assistant. Restraint and examination techniques are covered along with how to collect and interpret blood and urine samples; assist in surgery; perform basic hygiene; take radiographs; and administer medications and vaccinations. Requirements: Adobe Flash Player and Adobe Reader (download for free from www.adobe.com/downloads).
BUB A62-303, 4/20-6/10  -    CRN 40584

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Medical Office Technology

*Courses with an asterick may also be taken for college credit. Contact Department Chair Sherry DeMonte at 847-635-1440 for more information.

MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY*    Fee: $323
Course presents medical terminology through study of medical word roots, prefixes and suffixes. Focus on relationships among symptomatic, disease and procedural terms.
MED A01-C01, online section, 1/18-3/13  - CRN 41188

MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY: A WORD                          Fee: $109
ASSOCIATION APPROACH                In-district Seniors: $70
(ONLINE)
Prepare for a career in the health services industry by learning medical terminology in a memorable and enjoyable fashion. No medical background is necessary. Word association is used as a learning tool with unusual and interesting information provided for each term. Root terms are combined with prefixes and suffixes as you learn
to interpret medical notes. Requirements: Adobe Flash Player and Adobe Reader (download for free from www.adobe.com/downloads).
MED E01-302, 3/16-5/6    -   CRN 41016
MED E01-303, 4/20-6/10   -    CRN 41017

CPT CODING FOR THE PHYSICIAN OFFICE*                   Fee: $202
Course introduces CPT coding system. Focus is on use of system in a physician office. Recommended: MED A01 or concurrent enrollment or knowledge of medical terminology as demonstrated by proficiency exam.
MED A14-C01, OC/SK, 10 Thu, 1/20, 6-9 pm  - CRN 41190

ADVANCED MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION*                      Fee: $414
(Offered spring semester only) Course continues to develop speed and accuracy using more advanced physician-dictated media organized by medical specialty. Associated pharmacy vocabulary expanded. Focus on mastering use of medical references. Practical experience in surgical specialties and hospital-based medical reports. Prerequisites: HIT 101 and MED A01 with minimum grades of C.
MED A12-C01, online section, 1/18-3/13 -  CRN 41189

EXPLORE A CAREER IN MEDICAL                Fee: $109
CODING (ONLINE)                   In-district Seniors: $70
Take the first step toward a lucrative career as a medical coder! Learn how to find medical codes for any disease, condition, treatment, or surgical procedure. Find out how medical coding works in the real world, and learn the different types of codes you’ll need to describe every aspect of a patient’s visit and report that information to an insurance company. From there, you’ll be ready to begin putting it all into practice. By the end of this course, you’ll be well on your way to becoming a medical coder. Required Books: Visit Online Instruction Center at www.ed2go.com/oakton.all for current book information. Requirements: Adobe Flash Player and Adobe Reader (download for free from www.adobe.com/downloads).
MED A10-303, 4/20-6/10 -    CRN 41013

INSURANCE PROCEDURES FOR
THE MEDICAL OFFICE*                                    Fee: $101
In-depth study of Medicare insurance system. Focus is on knowledge of terminology and guidelines involved in claim filing process. Topics also include understanding of Medicare reimbursement policies, appeal rights, and CMS’s current efforts to curtail healthcare fraud and abuse. Prerequisite: MED A13 and MED A14, or concurrent enrollment. Recommended: Hands-on experience with word processing in Windows, or equivalent coursework.
MED A15-C01, OC/SK, 5 Wed, 4/13, 6-9 pm - CRN 41191

HEALTHCARE COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS*              Fee: $141
Course covers basics of communication used in health care delivery systems. Content includes terminology and essential concepts of health information systems. Student practice in application of software common to healthcare setting. Recommended: Hands-on computer experience using software in Windows.
MED A41-C01, online section, 1/18-2/20 -  CRN 41193

ADVANCED SURGICAL AND
SPECIALTY TRANSCRIPTION*                        Fee: $323
(Offered summer semester only)Course concentrates on increasing speed and accuracy of proficiency in surgical report transcription. Experience is provided in advanced specialty and general surgical transcription. Prerequisite: MED A12 with minimum grade of C or consent of instructor.
MED A31-C01, online section, 3/21-5/13 - CRN 41192

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Consumer Real Estate

SELLING YOUR HOME IN THIS MARKET    Fee: $25
Do you want to sell your home? Don’t make a move until you attend this informative seminar. An attorney will provide a legal perspective; an accountant will provide the financial perspective and a real estate broker will explain how to prepare your home for sale. These professionals also will provide answers to any questions you might have. No senior discount.
REL E17-02, GLBRK S, 1 Thu, 4/7, 7-9 pm, Farrell - CRN 40711

SAVVY HOME BUYING IN THIS MARKET    Fee: $55
Learn to become a confident, comfortable homebuyer. Unravel the maze of secret costs and potential traps such as hidden home defects that could cost thousands of dollars. Other topics include purchasing, financing, insurance costs and more. Learn money-saving and moneymaking tips before you buy!
REL E19-01, NILES W, 2 Tue., 3/1, 7-10 pm, Farrell -  CRN 40712
REL E19-02, ETHS, 2 Thu, 4/28, 7-10 pm, Farrell -  CRN 40713

LEGAL AND TAX PLANNING FOR PEOPLE                           Fee: $25
WHO BUY, SELL, OR RENT-OUT REAL ESTATE
In recent years, many people with no special real estate background have bought real estate as an investment or for to rent out. There are others who have considered doing so but have not yet taken the plunge. There are many special legal and Tax planning opportunities and risks to consider in buying, selling and renting out real estate. No senior discount.
BUS E46-02, OC/SK, 1 Mon., 3/21, 6-7:45 pm, Baker  - CRN 40426

REAL ESTATE INVESTING                           Fee: $109
(ONLINE)                                In-district Seniors: $70
Want to invest in real estate but have no money and no idea where to start? In this course, we’ll demystify the technical aspects of acquiring and profiting from property. We’ll explore how to find, finance, and negotiate a deal, how to invest in lease options, foreclosures, quick flips, rehabs, and mobile homes. And most important, you’ll finish up the course with a specific game plan tailored to your individual investing goals that will put you well on your way to finding your first (or next) deal. Requirements: The free Adobe Acrobat Reader.
REL E07-303, 4/20-6/10 -  CRN 41026

REAL ESTATE INVESTMENTS    FEE: $106
Course introduces characteristics of all income-producing properties and techniques used to evaluate such properties. Contemporary analysis stressed. Content includes tax implications, leasing, management, syndication, building and development, and financing.
REL A39-C01, OC/DP, 3 Tue, 4/12, 5:30-10:30 pm -  CRN 41239

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Real Estate Salesperson

 
This course is designed to help students prepare for the Real Estate Salesperson’s State Exam.

REAL ESTATE SALESPERSON EXAM REVIEW    Fee: $75
This course provides a review of all seven areas of the Illinois Sales/Broker Exam and is designed to enhance your command of national- and Illinois-specific material. All questions will be answered. Sample test questions, test-taking strategies and real estate math will be available for home study. This course is not co-listed.
REL E93-01, OC/DP, 1 Sun., 3/13, 8:30 am-2 pm, Paprocki  - CRN 40886

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Real Estate Broker

These courses are designed to help students qualify for the Illinois Real Estate Broker’s License. These courses are approved by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation-Division of Banks and Real Estate (IDFPR-DBRE). All license requirements subject to change by IDFPR-DBRE.


BROKER EXAM REVIEW    Fee: $75
This course provides a review of all seven areas of the Illinois Sales/Broker Exam and is designed to enhance your command of national- and Illinois-specific material. All questions will be answered. Sample test questions, test-taking strategies and real estate math will be available for home study. This course is not co-listed.
REL E96-01, OC/DP, 1 Sun., 3/20, 8:30 am-2 pm, Paprocki - CRN 40887

Real Estate Home Study

FLEXIBLE...ECONOMICAL...COMPLETE
For all Home Study courses, students are required to register in person at the Alliance office at either Des Plaines or Ray Hartstein (Skokie) campus. Required textbook and home study guide are included in the tuition and sold only through the Alliance for Lifelong Learning offices.

No refunds will be issued for this course.
With the exception of Home Inspection, no classroom attendance is required. However, you must schedule and attend a proctored final exam administered by the Testing Center at Oakton (details included in the home study guide).
All Home Study courses are approved by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation-Division of Professional Regulation (IDFPR-DPR).

REAL ESTATE SALESPERSON
Complete your coursework for the real estate salesperson license exam at home and at your own pace. You could be ready to take the salesperson exam in less than three weeks, or at a pace more convenient to your schedule. Student materials, textbook, content outlines, seven sample quizzes, and instructor support are all included.
Students may enroll and begin Real Estate Transactions (REL A18) any time prior to Monday, January 31. However all coursework and testing must be completed by Monday, February 28. Tuition is $351 for Real Estate Salesperson Home Study. In-district senior citizens pay $215.

REAL ESTATE BROKER
Complete the course sequence to qualify you for the Illinois Real Estate Broker’s License exam at home and at your own pace. Student materials and instructor support are all included.
Students may enroll and begin any of the Broker’s courses: Advanced Principles 2000 (REL A19), Real Estate Contracts and Conveyances (REL A20), Brokerage Administration (REL A21), Real Estate Finance (REL A22) and/or Property Management (RELA43) any time prior to Friday, February 11. However all coursework and testing must be completed by Friday, March 11.
Tuition is $119 for each of the Broker’s courses - Advanced Principles 2000, Real Estate Contracts and Conveyances, Brokerage Administration, and Real Estate Finance. In-district senior citizens pay $74. Tuition is $168 for Property Management, textbook fee included. In-district senior citizens pay $123.

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Real Estate Home Inspector

Complete the courses to qualify you for the Illinois Home Inspector’s License exam at home and at your own pace. Student materials and instructor support are all included. Two on-campus lab sessions are required. These are scheduled for Saturday, April 16 and Saturday, April 23. Students may enroll and begin Real Estate Home Inspection (REL A45) any time prior to Friday, April 8. However, all coursework and testing must be completed by Friday, May 13.
Tuition is $612 for Home Inspection Home Study. This charge includes textbooks, materials, and instructor support. In-district senior citizens pay $430.

These courses are designed to help students become a real estate home inspector. This course is approved by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation - Division of Banks and Real Estate (IDFPR-DBRE). All license requirements subject to change by IDFPR-DBRE.

HOME INSPECTION EXAM REVIEW              Fee:  $75
This course provides a review to help you prepare for the Home Inspection Licensing Exam.
REL E95-01, OC/DP, 1 Sat., 5/14, 8:30 am-2 pm, Shaulis -  CRN 40888

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For Real Estate Professionals

Real Estate Proficiency Exam Preparation Series

Get ahead of the game in your transition from Salesperson to Broker and from Broker to Managing Broker by taking a Proficiency Examination.
The examination can be taken only once, so be sure to get prepared by attending the most Comprehensive and Complete Review of all the topics included into IDFPR approved Detailed Content Outline. Enroll now and comply with the New License Law!
The Proficiency Exam Preparation Seminars will be presented by Wayne Paprocki, DREI-GRI-CNE®, nationally recognized real estate speaker, trainer and coach. Wayne also serves as a member of the IDFPR Education Advisory Council since 2005.


SALESPERSON TO BROKER
TRANSITION SEMINAR                           Fee: $75
Review the following topics included in the 50 questions AMP exam: law and regulations; agency; real estate transactions. No senior discount.
REL E01-004, OC/DP, 1 Sat, 4/9, 10 am – 2 pm    CRN 41489
REL E01-005, OC/DP, 1 Sun, 5/8, 10 am – 2 pm    CRN 41490

The computer-based Examination will be offered the same day, same campus, from 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm. The examination fee TBA. Registration required.


BROKER TO MANAGING BROKER
TRANSITION SEMINAR                            Fee: $100
Review the following topics included in the 70 questions AMP exam: law and regulations; agency; real estate transactions; sponsorship issues; special accounts/escrow; commercial broker lien act; company policies and procedures; record keeping and confidentiality; office management. No senior discount.
REL E02-004, OC/DP, 1 Sat, 4/9, 10 am-4 pm  - CRN 41494
REL E02-005, OC/DP, 1 Sun, 5/8, 10 am-4 pm -  CRN 41495

The computer-based Examination will be offered the same day, same campus, from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm. The examination fee TBA. Registration required.

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