Field instruction will emphasize chainsaw use and maintenance and preparation of fuel wood including felling, backing, transportation, splitting, and seasoning. A group experiential course involving discussion and some written materials. Emphasis will be placed on the process and encouragement of change and maturation as they pertain to each individual. The course will cover procedures for conducting a successful job search. Job skills will be identified, occupations investigated, and communication skills developed in the areas of resume writing, letter writing, and interviewing techniques.
Course is graded on a Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory basis.
This course is designed to prepare paraprofessionals to assist certified teachers in the education of children. Students will develop the instructional techniques necessary to function as a teacher assistant, gain an understanding of the functioning of a school system, and explore current trends in education. This course is also designed to help prepare paraprofessionals to assist certified teachers in the education of children. Students in the course will develop the skills necessary to effectively manage student's behavior and environment, develop an understanding of the various levels of child growth and development, and learn to communicate and cooperate effectively with students and co-workers. There is no cost for the course.