WINTER/SPRING 2008
CAREERS
 
Careers
Real Estate
Online classes
 

 

#054 Unique Voice? Curious About VOICE OVER?  Co-sponsored with Edge Studio ~ Interested in audiobooks, cartoons, documentaries, commercials, website narration? This straightforward, current and highly educational class is eye (and ear) opening for those interested in voice-over.  By guiding you in finding your vocal strengths, you can better determine the sectors of voice-over most marketable for you. This class reviews the industry, marketing and vocal training, including demo information, trends, agents and production.  Read and record voice over copy, choose from commercial or narration.  We welcome questions.  Is voice-over for you? Help find out. Limit 15. (Instructor, Marty Moran)
Monday, Apr. 21       7:00-9:00 p.m.         SHS     $69
Marty Moran, a voice talent based in CT, has worked as a voice-over artist and commercial actor.  His voice has been featured on hundreds of projects, his character voices can be heard on numerous toys, and he is currently appearing in a number of TV commercials.

#228 TEACHER SUBSTITUTE 10 HOUR TRAINING PROGRAM ~ Participate in this 10 hour training conducted by experienced professional educators. This program, developed by Utah State University, focuses on preparation for work as a substitute in public or private school settings. Topics to be covered: management of student behavior, approaches to teaching, fill-in activities, and more. The class will be interactive and include real life scenarios. A certificate will be given to those who attend at least 8 of the 10 hours.  (Instructor, Michael Pisseri)
5 Sessions     Mar. 4-Apr. 1            SHS     Tuesday         6:30-8:30 p.m.         $60

#305 SELLING AND MARKETING YOUR DESIGNS FOR ARTISTS ~ Artists and craftsmakers, this is your chance to take all those great ideas and finally create your own line of products. This workshop will show you how to set up a creative small business, manufacture and sell your products successfully. We will discuss pricing, contracts, copyrights, trademarks, craft, trade shows and galleries, finding resources and much more. Bring in samples of your work so that we may discuss individual questions.  (Instructor, Marina Marchese)
3 Sessions     Mar. 3-17       SHS     Monday          7:00-9:00 p.m.         $59

#806 EXPERIENCE THE POWER OF A MASTERMIND GROUP ~ If you’re a business owner, or want to be, come to this empowering evening to learn about and experience the power of a Mastermind Group, also known as a Success Team.  The concept was created in the 1930’s by Napoleon Hill and has survived and thrived to the present because of its simplicity and strength as a business-building tool.  A few of the multiple benefits of being a part of a Mastermind group are: focus on future growth; look beyond day-to-day operations; be held accountable; create a community of peers; hear out-of-the-box ideas; and gain perspective on your business.  The instructor will teach you how to create your own Mastermind Group as well as facilitate your participation in one during your session together. 
(Instructor, Jane Pollak)
Thursday, Mar. 6      7:00-9:30 p.m.         SHS     $49
Jane Pollak attributes her greatest successes in her 30 years as a business owner to the use of this business tool.

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Westport Continuing Education 
in cooperation with Westport Real Estate Institute

#061 REAL ESTATE PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICES This introductory course prepares the individual to take the real estate licensing examination and meets the minimum educational requirements set forth by the State Real Estate Commission for the real estate licensee. Those students intending to sit for the State of Connecticut Real Estate exam must attend 60 hours and pass this course with a grade of 70 or above. Textbooks included. (Instructors, Ray Ross and Michael Calise)
22 Sessions   Mar. 10 - June 1       SHS
Monday & Wednesday                    7:00-10:00 p.m.       $465

Real Estate Advanced Courses for Professionals

1 session

#064b  Real Estate Appraisal

Mar. 4

Michael Calise

$49

#064d  Real Estate Taxes

Mar. 11

John Dougherty

$49

#064e  Current Issues in Real Estate I

Mar. 18

Michael Calise

$79

#064f  Current Issues in Real Estate II

Mar. 25

Michael Calise

$79

Special price for enrollment in all four classes $195

ONLINE COURSES WITH ed2go ~ Westport Continuing Education has partnered with ed2go to offer a wide range of highly interactive courses that you can take entirely over the internet.  Our online instructor facilitated courses are affordable, fun, fast and convenient.  All of the courses are taught by expert instructors.  Take courses from the comfort of your home or office at the times that are most convenient for you.  You can ask questions and give or receive advice at any time during the course.  Upon successful completion of the course, you will be able to download a certificate of completion.  For more information about our online course offerings, click on the ed2go link. 

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Westport Continuing Education - Adult Education Classes 
conted@westport.k12.ct.us
(203) 341-1209