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World Languages Mandarin (Level I) This course is designed for people interested in learning Mandarin but have never taken a Mandarin course before. Price $78 - $115 Duration 12 Weeks MORE INFORMATION Mandarin (Level II) This course is designed for people who have completed Integrate Chinese volume 1 and are looking to build on the acquired skills Price $115 Duration 12 Weeks MORE INFORMATION Spanish (Level I) A Basic Spanish Course for those starting from scratch. Price $95 Duration 8 Weeks MORE INFORMATION Spanish (Level II) Learn conversation and more for those who want to add to their basic Spanish knowledge. Price $72 Duration 8 Weeks MORE INFORMATION Portuguese (Level I) A Basic Portuguese Course for those starting from scratch. Price $95 Duration 4 Weeks MORE INFORMATION Russian (Level I) A Basic Russian Course for those starting from scratch. Price $95 Duration 8 Weeks MORE INFORMATION Back

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Business and Finance Accounting/Bookkeeping Learn how to set up books, process business transactions, and do end-of-period reporting for a simple business. Price Duration $86 4 Weeks More Information Quickbooks Online Learn QuickBooks Online skills for small business accounting through lectures, hands-on practice, and homework. Price Duration $115 4 Weeks More Information

Culinary Arts Intro to Indian Cooking - Aloo Gobi Become an expert in cooking a complete north Indian dinner. Price Duration $39 1-Day More Information Fish & Seafood Cooking Our Fish and Seafood cooking course is a four-hour course where students explore different ways to prepare fish and seafood. Price Duration $70 1 Day More Information More Beginning Chinese Cooking 4-hour workshop will you continue learning the basics of Chinese Cooking. Price Duration $70 1-Day More Information Hawaiian Cooking During this class students will have a chance to experience different foods influenced by these different cultures. Price Duration $70 1-Day More Information Matar Paneer Learn to make a popular vegetarian dish featuring sweet peas, paneer Indian cheese, and a tomato base. Price Duration $39 1 Day More Information Indian Cooking - Chana Masala Enjoy a complete meal with: Chana Masala (chickpeas), Pulao (traditional basmati rice) and cucumber raita (yogurt with cucumber and cumin). Price Duration $39 1-Day More Information Taste of Exotic Morocco Come to our make believe Kasbah for some exotic Moroccan food and a sense of the rituals that makes the meal special. Price Duration $63 1-Day More Information Thai I Explore Thailand's cuisine in a four-hour workshop, crafting traditional dishes like lemongrass chicken soup (Tom Kar Gai) and pork-stuffed oranges with authentic spices. Price Duration $63 1-Day More Information Chicken Biryani Learn to make a popular Indian rice dish with roots in the Mughal Empire in India. Price Duration $39 1-Day More Information

Workplace Training Courses Basic First Aid Members of this class will manage bleeding control, shock, learn to describe and react to burns, spinal injuries, severe allergic reactions, poisoning, diabetes and seizures, Price Duration $45 1-day Register CPR This course meets the requirements established by state childcare licensing (EMSA), bus drivers (EMSA), clear credentials, healthcare and a wide variety of professional, state and federal agencies. Price Duration $26 1-day Register Food Safety Training for Managers Prepare for taking NRFSP’s Certified Professional Food Manager Examination, 5-year certificate. Price Duration $69 2-day Register Entrenamiento para Obtener el Certificado en Preparación de Alimentos: Seguridad e Higiene Esta clase le preparará para hacer el examen y quedar inscrito en el Registro Nacional para Preparación de Alimentos: Seguridad e Higiene. Price Duration $69 1-day Register

Computer Applications Microsoft Excel Level I Topics include entering data, navigating around a worksheet and workbook, creating formulas and functions, formatting cells, and creating charts. Price $129 Duration 3 Weeks MORE INFORMATION Microsoft Excel Tips & Tricks The tips and techniques taught in this course will help you work with data in a variety of time-saving ways. Price $65 Duration 3 Weeks MORE INFORMATION

Armed Services Vocational Battery Aptitude Test (ASVAB) Price FREE Duration 1 Day REGISTER NOW < RETURN TO CLASSES About the Course The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery, (ASVAB), is a multiple aptitude battery that measures developed abilities and helps predict future academic and occupational success in the military. The ASVAB Career Exploration Program is the only career planning resource that allows students to explore multiple paths to success -- college, certificates, apprenticeships, licensure programs, or the Military. ** There is NO obligation to join the military. West Contra Costa Adult Ed can provide preparatory courses to help you prepare for the ASVAB Test! No upcoming classes at this time. Your Instructor TBD

Career Pathways Price $143 Duration 9 Weeks REGISTER NOW < RETURN TO CLASSES About the Course This course is intended to provide students with knowledge and skills in relation to career pathways for their interested industry of employment. The course will support and guide students in the right direction of their desired career pathway with a focus on licensing and certification. Students will learn about entry level opportunities through high level professional career opportunities in their respective fields. Students will ultimately be able to identify their industry of employment, industry recognized credentials, current and future job opportunities **Every other meeting will be online.** No upcoming classes at this time. Your Instructor William Pitts

Basic First Aid Price $45 Duration 1-day Enroll Now <Return to Classes About the Course Members of this class will manage bleeding control, shock, learn to describe and react to burns, spinal injuries, severe allergic reactions, poisoning, diabetes and seizures, etc. Certification is awarded upon successfully passing skills and written exam. Must be able to read and understand English. $3 extra for EMSA (pediatric) sticker if needed or required for card. Students who need recertification may come to class anytime between 1:30pm-2:30pm. Recertification fee is $20. Must bring current certification card at time of registration and to class. Your Instructor Berry Marian Enroll Now

Deaf Interpreter (Summer Sign Language 3 - Review & Maintenance Price $69 Duration 8 Weeks REGISTER ONLINE < RETURN TO CLASSSES About the Course This course is designed to aid in maintaining what you have learned and to allow practicing content and improve on vocabulary, word choice, receptive and expressive skills. Section : 6143 Dates : July 8 - August 5 Days : Monday Time : 7:00 PM - 8 :30 PM Location : Alvarado Adult Education Center Cost : $69 Number of Meetings: 5 Your Instructor Berry

Deaf Interpreter (Sign language I) Price $96 Duration 8 Weeks REGISTER ONLINE < RETURN TO CLASSSES About the Course This course is designed for beginners in learning Sign Language. It is a visual-gestural language created by Deaf people. The course requires memorization, learning to communicate what you are saying through expressive and receptive expressions, non-verbal modalities, and visual listening skills. This class is the first step for those who wish to communicate with the deaf and for those thinking of working with the deaf. Class participation is necessary. There will be 2 presentations. Course is taught in sign and at times spoken word. An additional $10 textbook fee is attached to this class. The textbook can also be used in Sign Language II. The purchased textbook can be picked up during normal business hours (Mondays-Thursdays; 9am-5pm, and Fridays; 8am-4pm) at the Alvarado Campus. Section : 20185.02 Dates : April 8 - June 3 Days : Mondays Time : 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Location : Alvarado Adult School Cost : $96 Your Instructor Berry