Stafford Technical Center

Adult Education

STAFFORD SIGNATURE SEMINAR SERIES

The following courses are offered as one-day seminars on a rotating basis throughout the fall semester.  Please enroll on the date(s) of your choice.  Each seminar meets from 6 – 9 p. m. for a cost of $30 per person.  Couples may enroll together for a reduced price of $50.

 BUSN-06  APARTMENT INVESTMENT
Offered as a one-day seminar on the following date:    
Wednesday, 3/24/10   6 – 9 p. m.
LIMITED TO PERSONS INTERESTED IN BECOMING INVOLVED IN APARTMENT OWNERSHIP/MANAGEMENT.
A practical, basic course for anyone interested in becoming an apartment owner/manager.  Course will include discussions of purchase price, location and rent-ability, lifestyle impact on owner, tenant type and mix, investment objectives and other matters important to the decision to become an apartment owner.

BUSN-07  WINNING EVERYDAY NEGOTIATIONS
Offered as a one-day seminar on the following date:    
Wednesday, 3/31/10    6 – 9 p. m.
Basic negotiation skills and tips for successfully dealing with sophisticated business dealings, workplace and employment issues, activities such as automobile purchase, bank loans, home service contractors or the multitude of other daily conflicts, or even getting along better with your spouse or your kids.  This course will give you the practical skills and confidence to eliminate the stress of controversy and obtain lasting agreements acceptable to all involved.  The course includes practice exercises that will put your new skills way ahead of others you deal with.  Subjects covered include understanding human behavior, listening, questioning, maintaining control, and recognizing and avoiding tricks and traps.

BUSN-08  REVERSE MORTGAGES
Offered as a one-day seminar on the following date: 
Wednesday, 4/07/10   6 – 9 p. m.
Reverse mortgages are becoming a popular financing tool for persons 62 years of age or older who have equity in their homes but need or want additional income.  If you have ever wondered what a reverse mortgage is or whether it is right for you this is your chance to find out and ask any question you may have.

BUSN-10  MORTGAGES – REFINANCING CONSIDERATIONS
Offered as a one-day seminar on the following date:    
Wednesday, 4/21/10     6 – 9 p. m.
Considering refinancing to get a lower interest rate or lower payment?  It may not be the best course of action.  This course will review the many factors which should be considered before making the refinance decision so you will be better informed when you do make the decision.                                                                                                               

BUSN-09  MORTGAGES – TO PAY OFF OR NOT PAY OFF, THAT IS THE QUESTION
Offered as a one-day seminar on the following date:    
Wednesday, 4/28/10   6 – 9 p. m.
You have just received a sum of cash.  Do you pay off your mortgage or invest it?  This course answers that question based on your personal situation and will give you practical considerations for making your decision.

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For those of you interested in the Vermont Electrical & Plumbing Apprenticeship Program run by the DOE, you may contact Victor Karren at 802-786-8841

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ASSOCIATED GENERAL CONTRACTORS OF VERMONT

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STAFFORD TECHNICAL CENTER

AGC/VT & Stafford Tech Center are committed to helping improve the construction industry workforce in Vermont, realizing and providing the industry’s need for quality safety resources educational career training.

The following is a partial list of safety and skill trainings currently being offered:

OSHA 10-Hours                                                  Forklift Training

MSHA Seminars                                                  Fall Protection

VIECA Code Update Course                            First Aid/CPR/AED

Traffic Control Technician                               Emergency Traffic Control

Focus Four Hazards Training                            Soft Skills Training

Budgeting                                                              OSHA Train the Trainer

Workzone Safety Training                               Trim Carpentry

Blue Print Reading for Construction                Supervisory Training Program

Stair Construction                                               TZP-Fire Alarm Type S

Construction Career Day                                   Heavy Equipment

Metal Studs & Drywall                                       Door Hardware Installation

 CONTACT AGC/VT @ 802-223-2374    WWW.AGCVT.ORG

Or Bill Lucci, Stafford Tech Center

@ 802-770-1032 for more information

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 24-Hour access       
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Online Discussion Areas
6 Weeks of Instruction

1. All you need to do is visit our Online Instruction Center:  www.ed2go.com/stafford OR www.gatlineducation.com/stafford
2. Click the Courses link, choose the department and course title you are interested in and select the Enroll Now button.  Follow the instructions to enroll and pay for your course.  Here you will enter your e-mail and choose a password that will grant you access to the Classroom
3. When your course starts, return to our Online Instruction Center and click the Classroom link.  To begin your studies, simply long in with your e-mail and the password you selected during enrollment.

IT’S THAT EASY ! ! ! ! !

Requirements:  All courses required Internet access, e-mail, the Netscape Navigator, or the Microsoft Internet Explorer web browser.  Some courses may have additional requirements.  Please visit our Online Instruction Center for more information.