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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1985-03-13, Page 60Descriptions of Courses and Programs have special needs. Graduates of this program will be qualified to -become Resource Teachers as defined by the (proposed) Day Nurseries Act. The curriculum will focus on integration and programming for individuals and groups. The graduate will be able to help each child and his/her family lead a full, more productive and independent life in the community. Courses are conducted in the evenings and are designed to meet the needs of mature students who possess an Early Childhood Education Diploma or equiv- alent and are presently working in the field of Early Childhood Education. Students will require approximately two and one-half years to complete _this part-time program. Field placement experiences are a required part of the program. These experiences take place during the day and will be arranged on an individual basis by the •Program Coordinator. Program Eligibility: 1. Early Childhood Education Diploma or equivalent. 2. Previous experience with children who are developmentally delayed, as defined by the Day Nurseries Act. 3. One post diploma year working with children in a group care setting. Applicant Assessment: 1. Assessment of information contained in the completed Early Childhood Education Resource Teacher Pro- gram Questionnaire. 2. Assessment of personal suitability through an interview with program personnel. 3. Assessment of the information con- tained in the completed Conestoga College medical forms. Program Admission: .Applicants will be admitted to this program based on program eligibility requirements and the applicant assess- ment results. The deadline for applications to the Early Childhood Education Resource Teacher Program (Part -Time) beginning in September, 1985 is June 28, 1985. For more information or to obtain an application form, contact the Continu- ing Education .Office at the Doon Campus, 653-7460 from 12 noon to 8 p.m. Monday to Thursday. WOMEN'S EDUCATION PROGRAM All courses in the Women's Education Program listed at off -campus locations are offered in conjunction with the agency providing the facilities. Registration All registrations should be forwarded to the nearest Continuing Education Office. To ensure a place in the class, please register at least two days before the class starts. (A small bursary fund is available for women wishing to take part 32 in the Women's Education Program who require financial assistance). Courses Offered: The Businesswoman (Travelling Tips For The Woman Alone). The sharp increase in the number of women travelling on business has caused the,travel and hospitality indus- try to become somewhat more sensitive to women's conerns. Travelling busin- esswomen face many of the same problems as, do their male colleagues but- they have more specific concerns too. This course will assist women to strengthen their travel skills and develop essential techniques needed to manage travel. Handouts, lectures, visual displays, role ;playing, illustrative examples, and classroom discussions of particular problems and issues will be employed. Topics to be covered include security tips; preventative health measures; trav- elling thin or on -the -road eating stra- tegies for keeping weight down; client entertaining or dining alone; techniques and travel accessories for grooming, wardrobe, and the well -packed suitcase; coping with discrimination; and assertive measures to maximize effective travel management. Offered at: Waterloo Mon. 7-9:30 p.m. 4 wks. Apr. 22 $25 Rm. A6 Auto Mechanics For Women S This basic course includes theory and practical shop work. Topics include: starting a car in difficult weather, oil change, minor repairs. It is preferable that students have their owrl set of basic tools. Offered at: Guelph Sat. 9 a.m.-12 noon 10 wks. Apr. 13 $81 OR Mon. 6-9 p.m. 1.0 wks. Apr. 15 $81 Career Planning S This course will be of interest to women who want to work but don't know what to get into, and to women who are working and want to switch occupa- tions and/or move ahead. The sessions will provide the opportunity for self -ap- praisal, exploration of occupations and the drafting of career plans. Offered at: Doon Tues. 7-9:30 p.m. 4 wks. Apr. 16 $15 Location: Kitchener YWCA Computer Literacy See page 14 for details. Eating Disorders And Women N This course will examine the definitions and symptoms of anorexia nervosa (self starvation), bulimia (binge -purge syn- drome), and obesity. It will focus on the social emphasis on slimness and the effects and stresses this women, in particular. The have participants arrive understanding of these orders. Offered at: Doon Wed. 7-9:30 p.m. 6 wks: Apr. 24 $20 Location: Kitchener causes for intent is to at a better eating dis- YWCA Creative Job Search Techniques S For women who have decided on a career change or who have identified an occupation in which they wish to find employment. The course will cover resumes, letters of application, applica- tion forms and how to survive the job interview. Offered at: Doon Tues. 7-9;30 p.m. 4 wks. May 14 $1.5 Location: Kitchener YWCA Effective Supervision For Women S This course will be of interest to women who are presently in or anticipating assuming a supervisory role. Topics will include: Impromptu Speak- ing, Effective Communication, Inter- viewing, Problem Solving Techniques, with a particular emphasis on the role of the woman. Discussion will be • encouraged among participants,to ex- . plore unique difficulties facing the fe- male supervisor. Offered at: Strafford Wed. 7-9:30 p.m. 10 wks. Apr. 17 $30 Rm. 204 Waterloo Tues. 7-9:30 p.m, 10 wks. Apr. 23 $30 Rrn. D6 Fee includes $5 for notes. Family Budgets: Stretching Your Grocery Dollar N This three-hour workshop will focus on how to make grocery shopping more pleasurable while keeping more dollars in your purse. Participants will look at Canadian Standards, prices, metric equivalents and how they affect our buying! They will also learn how to plan effectively and how to get and use coupons, rainchecks and cashback offers. Offered at: Cambridge Sat. 9 a.m.-12 noon 1 day Apr. 20 $10 Waterloo Sat. 9 a.m.-12 noon 1 day Apr. 27 $10 Note: Refunds will only be processed if request is received three working days prior to start date. Investments For Women I S A preliminary course to provide women with a basic overview of the Canadian Financial and 'Investment world. .The course is geared to women with, min- imal financial background and prepares them for a more in-depth view in. Part 2. Areas to be covered include 'Banks and Trusts and the Stock Market.