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Changes, Cancellation & Transfer Policies

USC reserves the right to cancel classes due to low enrollment.Dates, times and pricing in this catalog are subject to change. USCContinuing Education and Conferences will assist students who havealready enrolled in a course where changes were made. Payments willbe refunded for any class cancelled by USC.

Cancellation and transfer policies differ by program. Please visitdiscover.sc.edu for more information. If you find it necessary to with-draw from a course, you may be eligible to receive a refund, send asubstitute or transfer to another course. All refund requests must bemade in writing. Call 803-777-9444 for more information.

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Our Mission | Our DiversityThe Office of Continuing Education and Conferences supports the University of South Carolina’s mission ofoutreach and engagement to the citizens of the state.

We provide diverse noncredit opportunities through our Carolina Classroom, University Test Prep, Pre-University Programs and Professional Education along with conference and event planning services andcontinuing education unit documentation. Learn more about us by calling 803-777-9444 or visit us atdiscover.sc.edu.

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Carolina Classroom/Personal Interest

Arts and LanguagesAmerican Sign Language ....................................................... pg 4

Graphic Design Principles......................................................pg 4

Fine ArtsDigital Photography Series .................................................... pg 5

Personal Enrichment and LifestyleFinancial Planning Courses ................................................... pg 5

Health and Wellness .......................................................... pg 5-6

The Great OutdoorsRudy Mancke Natural History Series .................................... pg 6

Pre-University/Youth & Teen Academic

Programs

Carolina Master Scholars Adventure SeriesSummer Adventure Series (Rising 6 - 12 graders) ............pg 8-10

Duke TIP Academic Adventures (5 - 6 graders) ................................... pg 11

SAT/ACT University Test PrepSAT Spring Prep Course ..................................................... pg 18

SAT/ACT Summer Institutes.............................................. pg 18

Professional Education

Open Enrollment CoursesGrant Writing ..................................................................... pg 13

Fundamentals of Project Management ................................ pg 13

Career Development Facilitator Training..............................pg 14

Certificate ProgramsGrant Writing ..................................................................... pg 13

Paralegal Studies .................................................................. pg 13

Six Sigma ............................................................................ pg 12

Project Management ........................................................... pg 13

University Test Prep

ACTUSC Columbia Campus ..................................................... pg 18

GMATUSC Columbia Campus ..................................................... pg 16

Free Strategy Workshop ...................................................... pg 17

Online ................................................................................. pg 16

GREUSC Columbia Campus ..................................................... pg 17


Online ................................................................................. pg 17

LSATUSC Columbia Campus ..................................................... pg 17


Online ................................................................................. pg 17

SAT Spring Prep CourseUSC Columbia Campus ..................................................... pg 18

SAT Summer InstitutesUSC Aiken Campus ........................................................... pg 18

USC Columbia Campus ..................................................... pg 18

USC Beaufort at Bluffton Campus ..................................... pg 18

USC School of Medicine Greenville Campus ..................... pg 18

Program Policies

How to Register .................................................................... pg 2

Cancellation/Transfer Policies ............................................... pg 2

Discounts .............................................................................. pg 2

Join our mailing list............................................................... pg 2

Other Services

CEU DocumentationDocumentation Services ..................................................... pg 14

Conference and Meeting PlanningMeeting Planning and Registration Services ......................... pg 7

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PROGRAM POLICIES | TABLE OF CONTENTS

Arts and Languages

Learn a new language or brush up on old skills. The Carolina Classroom Series offers a variety of programs to help you enrich your scope of art appreciation and new cultures.

American Sign Language for Beginners I

In this fun, interactive course, you’ll use the ASL at Work cur-riculum. Students with no knowledge of Sign Language will progress to the point where they can function comfortably in a wide variety of situations in the Deaf community.

Mondays: 02/01/16 - 03/07/16 (6 sessions)Mondays: 04/04/16 - 05/09/16 (6 sessions)Mondays: 09/12/16 - 10/17/16 (6 sessions)6:00 pm - 8:00 pm$120

American Sign Language for Beginners II

Expand your conversational range to include talking about family and everyday activities.

Mondays: 06/13/16 - 07/18/16 (6 sessions)Mondays: 11/07/16 - 12/12/16 (6 sessions)6:00 pm - 8:00 pm$120

Graphic Design Principles

Learn basic principles of graphic design, concentrating on typography, layout, color, contrast, repetition and proximity.

Wednesday: 04/13/16 (1 session) Wednesday: 09/14/16 (1 session)

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm$35

The University of South Carolina has a

proud reputation for providing the highest qual-

ity educational opportunities for lifelong learn-

ers. Our noncredit personal interest courses of-

fer an accessible and affordable way to engage

in learning opportunities and also experience

the university’s and state’s great resources.

This collection of intellectually stimulating

lecture series, workshops and explorations are

taught by current and retired university faculty,

alumni and experts in the Midland’s commu-

nity.

Come discover our world and something new

about yourself!

Do you have an idea for a program or class

you’d like us to offer? Please let us know! Call

803-777-9444 or email [email protected].

Carolina ClassroomPersonal Interest Programs



Personal Enrichment and Lifestyle

These courses are designed for all ages and interests and currently include courses on financial planning and health and wellness.

Financial Survival for Retirement

Retired or close to retirement? Learn fundamental principles to en-sure that your money lasts, how to control your investments and tax reduction strategies. Develop an income plan, plan for the threat of a health care catastrophe and protect your life savings.

Thursdays: 02/11/16 - 02/18/16 (2 sessions)Tuesdays: 04/12/16 - 04/19/16 (2 sessions)Tuesdays: 09/27/16 - 10/04/16 (2 sessions)Thursdays: 11/10/16 - 11/17/16 (2 sessions)6:00 pm - 8:00 pm$49

Savvy IRA Planning: Don’t Crack Your

Nest Egg

If you own an IRA, 401(k), 403(b) or other retirement account, learn to avoid making fatal mistakes! Common estate planning er-rors can unintentionally disinherit your loved ones. Make informed decisions, prevent costly errors and maximum your retirement savings.

Thursdays: 05/19/16 (1 session) 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm$35

Savvy Social Security Planning for Baby

Boomers

Social Security is far more complicated than most people realize. The decisions you make now can have a tremendous impact on your retirement income. Learn what you need to know about Social Secu-rity and strategies for maximizing your benefits.

Tuesday: 03/29/16 (1 session)Thursday: 03/31/16 (1 session)6:00 pm - 8:00 pm$35

Break Time, Lunchtime, Anytime, Strength

Training (BLAST)

BLAST is designed to help you strenthen and improve muscular endurance, increase flexibility and reduce stress through excercises that can be done just about anywhere, including your office. Learn excercises and practice proper form.

Thursday: 02/18/16 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm$25

Fine Arts

Fine Arts courses offer a wide variety of programs for those wanting to enrich their more creative side.

Introduction to Digital Photography

Bring your point and shoot or SLR camera and learn how to use fea-tures of focus, zoom, flash, shutter speed, ISO, resolution, white bal-ance, and media cards. After learning these camera controls, discover how to import, manage, store, and print your digital files.

Wednesdays: 01/20/16 - 02/10/16 (4 sessions)Tuesdays: 02/02/16 - 02/23/16 (4 sessions)Wednesdays: 03/02/16 - 03/23/16 (4 sessions)Wednesdays: 04/06/16 - 04/27/16 (4 sessions)Tuesdays: 06/07/16 - 06/28/16 (4 sessions)6:00 pm - 8:00 pm$95

Intermediate Digital Photography

This course will focus on the key elements of creating images that have impact! Camera controls, composition, and subject matter will be discussed in this highly interactive class.

Tuesdays: 03/01/16 - 04/05/16 (6 sessions) Tuesdays: 04/26/16 - 05/31/16 (6 sessions) Wednesdays: 07/06/16 - 08/10/16 (6 sesssions)6:00 pm - 8:00 pm$120

Photography After Dark - Nighttime

Photography

Explore the many ways to create dynamic images after dark using a mix of “on-camera” flash and long exposures. Photo assignments will include photographing portraits in night scenes (inside and out), mixing flash and ambient light, painting with light, fireworks, and city street scenes after dark.

Thursdays: 03/03/16 - 03/24/16 (4 sessions)Thursdays: 10/06/16 - 10/27/16 (4 sessions)6:00 pm - 8:00 pm$95

Available Light Portrait Photography

This workshop is an introduction to the basics of creating portraits while manipulating natural light – using reflectors or diffusers, con-trolling shutter speed or aperture to capture action or create depth of field based on available light, and more.

Thursdays: 02/04/16 - 02/25/16 (4 sessions)Thursdays: 09/01/16 - 09/22/16 (4 sessions)6:00 pm - 8:00 pm$95


CAROLINA CLASSROOM | PERSONAL INTEREST

Medicine and Disease in the 19th Century

Learn some interesting facts about medical practices from the days of Lewis and Clark to the late 1890’s. This unique and interactive lec-ture will include fascinating commentary and photos of actual speci-mens from both autopsies and surgeries. Explored during the lecture will be therapies and medical treatments of this period and why most are no longer practiced. You’ll leave this lecture with a new apprecia-tion for today’s world of medicine.

Tuesday: 02/23/166:00 pm - 7:30 pm$25

Playing the Numbers Game

High blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes are conditions that can have serious consequences such as heart attack, stroke and kidney failure. Learn how to get screened and what the numbers mean for your health.

Tuesday: 03/15/16 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm$25

Promoting Physical Activity and

Preventing Obesity in Today’s Children

Join Dr. Russ Pate, who leads the Arnold School of Public Health’s Children’s Physical Activity Research Group. Discover how we can promote higher levels of physical activity and prevent development of obesity in children and youth. The influences of parents, schools and communities will be discussed.

Tuesday: 03/08/166:00 pm - 7:30 pm$25

We Will Never Manage the Obesity

Epidemic Unless We Develop a Better

Understanding of Energy Balance

It is indisputable that obesity rates have been increasing in most countries around the world over the past few decades. The causes of this epidemic are complex and are not well understood. Most of the attention in the scientific and public media focuses on caloric intake, with little attention to energy expenditure. Steven N. Blair, Professor at the Arnold School of Public Health Explore, will explore both sides of the energy balance equation.

Tuesday: 04/19/16 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm$25

Nutrition 101 - Healthy Eating Balance

Learn about the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and the USDA Choose My Plate in this interactive and informative workshop. Learn to assess your current nutrition, cooking techniques and eating habits to make healthier choices.

Thursday: 03/24/16 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm$25

A to Zzzz to Be Stress Free:

The Stress and Sleep Relationship

The stress and sleep relationship is important to our health and well-being. Our stress and sleep habits interact and affect us physi-cally, mentally and emotionally. In this presentation you’ll learn ways to prevent, relieve and manage stress, increase sleep quality, and create an environment for better sleep.

Tuesday: 04/12/16 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm$25

The Great OutdoorsThese explorations are designed for all ages who enjoy learning about our state’s natural resources.

Natural History with Rudy Mancke

Congaree National Park

Join Rudy Mancke and discover the primary significance of Con-garee National Park as demonstrated through its unique bottomland hardwood forest communities, the overall height of the forest canopy and associated number of national and state champion trees.

Friday: 04/15/1610:00 am - 1:00 pm$49

Natural History with Rudy Mancke

Edisto State Park

Join Rudy Mancke and explore Edisto State Park’s maritime forest full of live oaks and some of the state’s tallest palmetto trees. Meet us at Edisto, located about an hour from Charleston.

Friday: 05/20/1610:00 am - 1:00 pm$49



Conference and Event ServicesMake the most of your meetings and events! Discover how Conference and Event Services at USC will simplify the meeting process and save you time and money. As part of the University’s mission of out-reach, Continuing Education and Conferences offers a variety of professional event services for not only University colleges and departments, but state agencies, associations, businesses and not-for-profit organizations.

One contract, one contact, one bill Whether meeting at USC on the Columbia campus, or beyond, the Office of Continu-ing Education and Conferences is your One Stop Shop. Certified by the Association of Collegiate Conference and Events Directors International (ACCED-I) as an official one-stop-shop, we provide a complete package of comprehensive services for your group. We can assist you with budget manage-ment, registration services, on-site logistical management of venue, audio-visual, catering, transportation services and more. For more information, call us at 803-777-9444.

Pre-event and Logistical Support • venue search and selection• meeting facility and/or hotel negotiations including contracts and special concessions• food and beverage selection• audio visual, staging and technical needs• transportation services—shuttles, off-site excursions• procurement of conference materials (nametags, custom tote bags, signs and banners, poster boards, etc.)• develop event budget closely with organization contact

Registration Services• manage telephone and email attendee inquiries• secure online registration with credit card processing or mail-in option• mail, fax, phone registration with payment processing of credit cards, checks or money orders• develop a custom database to maintain data on attendees and provide reports• provide attendee confirmation upon registration• prepare nametags, delegate directory and other necessary reports• maintain financial records and create a University account to deposit revenue and pay expenses

On-Site Services • welcome attendees — great customer service is “priority one”• manage the setup of the registration/information area• provide equipment to produce nametags, copies, scan documents, and perform general administrative functions• distribute nametags, attendee packets, special event tickets, and other attendee handouts• process on-site registrations and collect fees• resolve logistical issues


CONFERENCE AND EVENT SERVICES

The University of South Carolina offers Pre-

University Programs for academically talented

and gifted students in grades 5 - 12. These edu-

cational adventures allow students to explore

future professions, refine skills in the performing

arts, experience student life on a university

campus and take courses and be exposed to

facilities and laboratories not generally offered

in local schools.

The Carolina Master Scholars presents the

summer Adventure Series for rising 6th - 12th

graders. These courses are weeklong summer

camps running during the months of June and

July. Commuter and residential options are

available.

In conjunction with the Duke Talent Identifi-

cation Program (Duke TIP) at Duke University,

USC offers Duke TIP Academic Adventures for

5th and 6th grade students during the fall and

spring semesters.

Carolina Master Scholars

ADVENTURE SERIESOpen to academically talented middle and high school students (rising 6th - 12 grade students), these weeklong summer courses are taught by USC faculty, staff and experts in the Midland’s community in a variety of topics. Students that participate in three or more Adventures receive the coveted designation of a Carolina Master Scholar.

$575 commuter $625 commuter plus $975 residentialAdditional lab fees apply for some courses.

(earlybird discounts apply if registered by April 30, 2016)

Adventures in Aviation-Learn to Fly, Be a Pilot

Come fly with us! In this pilot training course taught by a certified flight instructor, you will learn the same information and perform the same flight maneuvers as a student pilot going through flight school. The only difference is you will use flight simulators instead of real airplanes. Learn training operations and practice maneuvers at the Challenger Learning Center of Richland County School District One.

Rising 6-9 06/26/16 - 07/01/16

Adventures in Civil Engineering

You might wonder, how do engineers measure the high strength of steel, or measure changes in water velocity across a river, or measure such small amounts of toxic chemicals in the ground? In this adven-ture, you’ll learn interactively about the newest and most sophisticated sensors and technologies that civil and environmental engineers use. You’ll work with high-tech sensing equipment in our experimental labs and outside in the field and even make your own concrete.

Rising 9-12 06/19/16 - 06/24/16



Adventures in Computer Gaming

Venture into the exciting, interactive world of computer gaming! Using Unity game engine, you’ll learn the skills behind graphics, modeling, animation, multi-level game design, artificial intelligence and basic programming techniques. Through instruction by USC’s Computer Science department and through hands-on programming, you will work in a group to create a finished product: your own video game.

Rising 6 - 9 06/26/16 - 07/01/16Rising 9 - 12 06/19/16 - 06/24/16

Adventures in Cooking and Nutrition

Make nutritious, delicious food that’s both great for your body and your taste-buds. Learn knife safety, how to make healthy and simple breakfasts, lunches, dinners, desserts and snacks and more. Guided by Columbia’s Cooking culinary and scientific advisors, you’ll learn what actually makes food “healthy” including what are carbohydrates, fats, and essential and non-essential nutrients and how chronic diseases such as heart disease, type II diabetes and obesity can be prevented. You’ll discover how your food choices affect the environment and how you can reduce the environmental impact with the foods you cook.

Rising 6 - 9 06/05/16 - 06/10/16Rising 9 - 12 07/10/16 - 07/15/16

Adventures in Creative Writing

Expand your writing skills now that you have mastered the basics of good writing. Discover new techniques, and polish your writing in your chosen genre. Expand your thinking and imagination by visiting the local art museum or botanical gardens to release your creativity in your writing. Work with distinguished and published faculty from the USC Poetry Initiative and the English department to employ a variety of styles and themes to write essays, fiction, poetry, and short stories. At the end of the adventure you will be able to take home your short stories in a class anthology.

Rising 9-12 06/12/16 - 06/17/16

Adventures in Engineering

Interested in a future career in engineering? Discover the different types of engineering and what engineers really do. Learn about the mechanical, electrical, civil, chemical and biomedical engineering spe-cialties to gain a clearer picture of what it means to earn a degree in one of these fields. Instruction will include lectures and visits to experience university labs to personally experience how each field of engineering is unique and fascinating. You’ll participate in hands-on activities like examining the parts of house-hold appliances and learn their purpose and how to put them back together.

Rising 9 - 12 06/12/16 - 06/17/16

Adventures in Electrical Engineering

Discover electrical engineering by exploring, designing and con-structing body-worn sensors, which are highly portable electronic de-vices that can analyze and evaluate physical activity and its effects on vital signs. Uncover how emerging technologies provide new avenues for personal health management. Theory and learning sessions will provide you with the foundation and history of electrical engineer-ing and explore career paths. You’ll even create your own body-worn sensor to take home!

Rising 9-12 07/10/16 - 07/15/16

Adventures in Filmmaking

Lights, camera, action! Develop a small story idea into a short film and produce your own project through blending creative, tech-nical, and historical elements! Learn the basic language, techniques, and history of filmmaking - story development, technical instruc-tion, production and shooting and editing your film. Join an expert, media arts designer at the USC Visual Arts and Design School who will show you the world of script writing and filming. Rising 6 - 9 06/26/16 - 07/01/16

Rising 9-12 06/19/16 - 06/24/16


PRE-UNIVERSITY | CAROLINA MASTER SCHOLARS

Adventures in Forensic Science

You have seen criminal investigation shows, now try your hand atsleuthing the elements of a crime scene by working with real-life crimescene investigators and law enforcement officers to help restore justice.Through hands-on opportunities and demonstrations, you will learnabout latent fingerprints, bloodstain interpretation, footwear impres-sions, crime scene diagrams, and the collection of trace and DNAevidence. End your adventure by working on a team to investigate amock crime scene and creating your own crime scene diagram!

Rising 6-9 06/05/16 - 06/10/16Rising 9-12 06/12/16 - 06/17/16

Adventures in Graphic/Digital Design

Ever wonder how they made the logo for the Gamecocks, USCor for your favorite company? Create original graphic design pieceswith edge and impact using the industry standard tools in Adobe Cre-ative Suite. Develop images, typography and logos for posters, movies,games and album art. Gain knowledge and skills in digital design whilestudying color, composition and presentation. Design and transformyour ideas into a finished portfolio full of your projects.

Rising 6-9 06/05/16 - 06/10/16

Adventures in Pharmacy

Travel with us as we discover what it takes to become a pharmacist.Real-life pharmacists will show you how to read prescriptions and helpwith the preparation of medications, counsel patients, understand poi-son warnings, and learn patient drug regimens. Study hypertensionand diabetic monitoring, compounding, and intravenous techniques,as you experience the Pharmacy Lab at USC’s School of Pharmacy.

Rising 9-12 06/12/16 - 06/17/16

Adventures in Law

Spend your day in court—as an attorney! Learn about the court sys-tem, criminal investigation, defense and prosecution, and evidentiaryand trial prosecution. Work with real-life attorneys and law enforce-ment officers, tackling a real case from the moment the crime is per-petrated. Your team will even work out a crime through a mock trial.Visit local and supreme courts and see the legal system from the inside!

Rising 6-9 06/26/16 - 07/01/16

Adventures in Rocket Science

How are rockets built and launched? Learn the history of rock-etry, basics of model rocket construction and then use the engineer-ing design process to design, build, and fly your own rocket. Workwith a professional commander at the Challenger Learning Center ofRichland County School District One who has completed rocketrytraining through NASA.

Rising 9-12 07/10/16 - 07/15/16

Adventures in Speech Pathology - More

than Just Talk

Speech pathologists help individuals with brain injury, readingand learning difficulties, stuttering and other speaking impairments,feeding and swallowing problems, balance and hearing disorders,and more! Through hands-on activities and simulations, you’ll learnabout the anatomy and physiology of the brain, ear, and vocal tract.Guided by USC expert faculty at the School of Speech-LanguagePathology, you’ll discover how to treat patients, complete progressevaluations, and implement treatment plans.

Rising 9-12 06/19/16 - 06/24/16

Adventures in Vex Robotics

Learn how robots think, sense, and function before designing andbuilding one using the Vex™ Robotics Design System. Gain insightabout the history of robots, how they are used now, and how theywill be used in the future, as well as engineering concepts, electronics,sensors, and control subsystems. Round out your adventure in a robotdemonstration by competing against other robot teams.

Rising 6-9 06/05/16 - 06/10/16COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES



DUKE TIP PROGRAMS

The University of South Carolina is proud to be the only university in the state to offer academic programs in affiliation with the Duke Talent Identification Program (TIP). For more information about how a student may participate in the Duke TIP program, please call 919-668-9100 or visit www.tip.duke.edu.

Additional CoursesPlease visit discover.sc.edu or call 803-777-9444 for additional

course listings for upcoming classes and to register.

Bulls and Bears - Understanding Today’s

Stock Market

How does the stock market work? What is the NYSE or NAS-DAQ? What is a bear, pig or a bull market? How do you know when a company is a good investment? Explore the answers to these and many more questions as you build your stock portfolio while work-ing in teams in a stock market simulation game.

Grades 5 - 6 04/16/1610:00 am - 4:00 pm $130

Cartoon U!

Make a cartoon version of yourself and learn to create an easy anima-tion in a day. You’ll take pictures and add colors and sounds using computer animation programs. Discover the features of Adobe Photosphop and iMovie in this fun and interactive class. You’ll even learn how to program your cartoon to talk and sing!

Grades 5 - 6 02/06/1610:00 am - 4:00 pm $130

Careers in Health Sciences

See a white coat in your future? Learn about the intricacies of the human body and symptomology. Explore musculoskeletal systems, physical movement, and interactions between body parts. Discover how health disciplines use anatomy and gain an understanding of how it aids in the diagnosis and treatment of human ailments. Explore health professions to determine which area you might like to pursue.

Grades 5 - 6 02/06/1610:00 am - 4:00 pm $130

Cooking and Nutrition

Get ready to cook! Learn how to make nutritious, delicious food that’s both great for your body and your taste-buds. Sample healthy and delicious meals, desserts and snacks and learn about nutrition along the way. Study food and knife safety and how to read reci-pes! Guided by Columbia’s Cooking culinary and scienctific advisors, learn what actually makes food “healthy” including carbohydrates, fats and essential and non-essential nutrients and the how chronic diseases like heart disease can be prevented.

Grades 5 - 6 04/16/1610:00 am - 4:00 pm $130

Music, Math and Computers

Did you know that composers and song writers use math and computers to compose music? Have you ever imagined making your own music using computers? Come discover how the mathematical concepts you are learning in school are related to computer-generated sound. Study concepts such as the visualization of sound, functions, sets, groups, randomness, fractals, and chaos theory used to create mu-sic. Visit USC’s Music Technology Center (MTC) to create your own computer-generated music.

Grades 5 - 6 04/16/1610:00 am - 4:00 pm $130

Neuroscience - Let’s Explore the Brain

Our understanding of the brain and how it functions has expanded at an astonishing rate. Learn the basic components of the nervous sys-tem and how those components work together to influence thoughts and behaviors. Class will include discussions, examination of human brains and sheep brain dissections.

Grades 5 - 6 02/06/1610:00 am - 4:00 pm $130

Duke TIP Academic Adventures

As a Duke TIP scholar, you can take challenging, one-day explo-rations in engaging subjects. Each adventure runs on a Saturday from 10 am - 4 pm on the USC Columbia Campus and is open to students in grades 5 - 6 who have participated in the Duke TIP 4th - 6th grade Talent Search.


PRE-UNIVERSITY | ACADEMIC ADVENTURES

The University of South Carolina offers

premier continuing education opportunities

through our Professional Education Programs -

designed to immediately impact employees and

their organizations, and make career changers

more marketable in the current economic envi-

ronment. All courses are taught by practic-

ing professionals, selected for their industry

expertise and exceptional teaching abilities.

USC’s programs are scheduled for the busy

professional, with many programs offered in the

evenings, weekends and online.

USC offers the following professional

courses:

Fundamentals of Project Management

Career Development Facilitator Training

A Series of 4 Grant Writing courses

USC offers the following professional

certificates:

Six Sigma Green Belt and Black Belt

Paralegal Studies

Project Management

Grant Writing

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt CertificateEarn your Green Belt in just one month with USC’s online for-mat. Our program consists of 40 hours of online training (20 hours of self-paced and 20 hours of live online instructor-led ses-sions) conveniently scheduled during evening hours. As a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, you will support organizational change through project management, communication and technical process improvement. You will be able to quantify deliverables to an organization in terms of cost, quality, cycle time and safety improvements.

02/01/16 - 02/26/16 Online04/04/16 - 04/29/16 Online 07/11/16 - 08/05/16 Online09/12/16 - 10/07/16 Online$2995uscsixsigma.org

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt CertificateIn two months you can earn your Black Belt. Our program in-cludes 80 hours of online training (40 hours self-paced and 40 hours of live online instructor-led sessions). Offered during eve-ning hours, these sessions can fit easily into your busy profession-al schedule. You will work on an independent project, improving a process within your own organization. As a certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, you will demonstrate that you are trained in advanced problem solving and the statistical tools needed to ef-fectively lead process improvement.

06/06/16 - 07/29/16 Online10/17/16 - 12/09/16 Online$4995uscsixsigma.org

Professional Educationand Certificate Programs



Paralegal Studies CertificateUSC’s Paralegal Certificate Program allows you to quickly com-plete your studies online or in class and enter the paralegal field with confidence and the credentials to succeed. This program offers 120 hours of learning in a comprehensive program taught by attorneys with demonstrated teaching abilities, superior knowledge of the subject matter and members of the State Bar Association of South Carolina. Our program is divided into six educational components including Introduction to Law, Torts and Personal Injury, Legal Research and Writing, Civil Litiga-tion, Contract Law and Family Law. You will be provided with excellent resources (textbooks, workbooks and online support), all included in your tuition.

02/01/16 - 07/13/16 Online (Mon/Wed 6:30-8:30 pm)04/30/16 - 10/15/16 USC Columbia (Sat 9 am- 4 pm) 07/11/16 - 12/21/16 Online (Mon/Wed 6:30-8:30 pm)09/10/16 - 02/25/17 USC Columbia (Sat 9 am - 4 pm)10/24/16 - 04/12/17 Online (Mon/Wed 6:30-8:30 pm)$4995uscparalegal.org

The Fundamentals of Project Management

Learn why project management has been proven to be the most effective method of delivering projects within cost, schedule and re-source constraints. This intensive, hands-on course will give you the skills to ensure projects are completed on time and on budget.

02/01/16 - 02/02/16 USC Columbia 9:00 am - 4:00 pm 09/12/16 - 09/13/16 USC Columbia 9:00 am - 4:00 pm $595

Project Management CertificateWhether you are a full time project manager or have 3 - 5 years of professional work experience, USC’s certificate program provides the 35 hours of training required to sit for the PMP® certification exam. Choose from the online course which includes instructor-led and self-paced sessions or the traditional four-day classroom for-mat. Individuals who work in both public and private sector jobs will benefit. Tuition includes all materials, books, courseware and certificate.

02/08/16 - 02/11/16 USC Columbia 8:30 am - 5:30 pm05/02/16 - 05/26/16 Online06/20/16 - 06/23/16 USC Columbia 8:30 am - 5:30 pm09/26/16 - 09/29/16 USC Columbia 8:30 am - 5:30 pm11/07/16 - 12/01/16 Online 11/28/16 - 12/01/16 USC Columbia 8:30 am - 5:30 pm$2200www.saeu.sc.edu/projectmanagement

Grant Writing CertificateThe ability to locate, apply for and attain grants is essential for many organizations. USC’s Grant Writing certificate will prepare you to secure foundation, state and federal grant funds. Our engaging four-course series culminates in the award of a USC Grant Writing Certificate. Enroll in the face-to-face classroom certificate program and receive a 10% discount or you may enroll in individual courses and pay as you go.

01/19/16 - 02/26/16 USC Columbia 9:00 am - 4:00 pm02/08/16 - 02/19/16 Online (M-F) 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm 04/15/16 - 05/20/16 USC Columbia 9:00 am - 4:00 pm07/11/16 - 07/15/16 USC Columbia 9:00 am - 4:00 pm07/18/16 - 07/29/16 Online (M-F) 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm10/07/16 - 11/18/16 USC Columbia 9:00 am - 4:00 pm$1322uscgrantwriting.org

Introduction to Grant Writing

This comprehensive hands-on course will cover everything from grant terminology to developing a sound proposal. You will write a letter of intent and compile a simple budget and have it reviewed.

01/19/16 04/15/16 07/11/16 10/07/16$295

Needs Based Assessment and Research

Needs assessment is a necessary tool for program development and evaluation. With an emphasis on research and relevant statistics, you will learn the necessary components of a successful needs assessment, such as organizational capacity and availability of resources.

01/29/16 04/29/16 07/12/16 10/28/16 $295

Intermediate Grant Writing

In this 2-day intensive workshop, you will examine the necessary components of a successful grant proposal, such as the problem state-ment, project design, goals and objectives, organizational capacity, community partners and outcomes and evaluation.

02/04-05 05/05-06 07/13-14 11/09-10 $595

Program Development and Research

Poor program development is the major reason organizations fail to gain or lose funding. Learn how to identify unmet needs and best practices in program development and the necessary components of a successful program, such as resource planning and goal-setting.

02/26/16 05/20/16 07/15/16 11/18/16$295


PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION | CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS

CEU DocumentationContinuing Education and Conferences is the designated

department at the University of South Carolina that man-

ages the issuance of Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

and Noncredit Certificate programs. Put a finishing touch

on your program by offering the extra advantage for your

participants with CEUs or a USC certificate. We can help

you evaluate your program and, if applicable, establish,

arrange and award CEUs for your attendees. Accepted

nationally, CEUs will have far-reaching benefits for you and

your organization.

Career Development Facilitator Training

The Career Development Facilitator (CDF) training is designed to enhance the skills and knowledge of individuals who work in any type of career development setting. This may include those who serve as a career group facilitator, career coach, intake interviewer, academic advisor, human resource specialist, librarians, school counselor, job search trainer, labor market information resource person, employ-ment/placement specialist, or workforce development staff person. This training includes hands-on and interactive teaching methods and opportunities to interact with colleagues from a variety of work settings. Through face-to-face and online classroom discussions, the CDF class explores the curriculum together and forms its own support group that individuals can draw on again and again after completing the class.

02/10/16 - 05/24/16$1300

Payment Options for Professional Education

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Purchase Orders/Organizational Checks

We accept purchase orders, company checks or credit cards for organizations that wish to pay for training

for their employees.

We accept payment by credit card - VISA, Mastercard, American Express, Discover -

as well as payment by check, cash, travelers checks and money orders.



Certificate Programs

Lean Six Sigma

Earn your Lean Six Sigma certificates onlineand improve your organization’s efficiency

Project Management

Prepare for the PMP exam and pursue anadvanced Project Management Career.

Free on-demand information workshops are available to view at:

uscsixsigma.org


www.saeu.sc.edu/projectmanagement

Paralegal Studies

Become a certified paralegal professional.Learn with peers or instructor led online.


uscparalegal.org

Grant Writing

Write successful grant proposals to securefoundation, state and federal funds.


uscgrantwriting.org

PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION | CERTIFICATES

As a major research university, we recognize

the importance of higher education and that the

score you make on the SAT, ACT, GMAT, GRE or

LSAT exam can make an immediate impact on

your success getting into the college or graduate

school of your choice. These tests are an invest-

ment in your future and play a role not only in

your admission but also in which scholarships,

merit-based grants, fellowships and assistant-

ships you may be eligible to receive.

University Test Prep offers serious prepara-

tion for these high stakes undergraduate and

graduate school exams. Our expert instructors

are trained test prep professionals. Former

writers of the GMAT, GRE and LSAT exam ques-

tions design our curriculum. Course materials

(textbooks and workbooks) are included in the

price of the class.

We can also customize courses to benefit cor-

porations, schools, and non-profit organizations.

Call us at 803-777-9444 for more information.

GMAT Exam Prep

Used by thousands of graduate programs around the world, the Graduate Management Admission Test is often used to help graduate business school committees in the admissions process. Our multi-session test preparation course is designed to help you improve your score on this important test to increase your chances of admission to the graduate business school of your choice. This course includes up to 24 hours of classroom instruction, hands-on instruction by exam-content professionals, course materials (textbook and workbook), and opportunities to practice test-taking skills using questions from previ-ous tests as well as adaptive software.

USC ColumbiaMondays/Wednesdays: 02/8/16 – 03/02/16 (8 sessions)6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Tuesdays/Thursdays: 06/07/16 – 06/30/16 (8 sessions)6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

$849

Online CoursesTuesdays/Thursdays: 02/11/16 - 03/08/16 (8 sessions) Mondays/Wednesdays: 03/16/16 - 04/11/16 (8 sessions) 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Mondays/Wednesdays: 07/13/16 - 08/15/16 (12 sessions) 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm

$849

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GRE Exam Prep

The Graduate Record Exam (GRE) measures critical thinking, ana-lytic writing, verbal reasoning and quantitative reasoning skills that are acquired over a long period of time that are not related to any specific field of study. GRE scores are used to determine whether one is quali-fied for admission in a graduate level of study. This test prep course includes up to 24 hours of classroom instruction by exam content ex-perts, course materials (textbook, workbook) and practice test-taking skills using adaptive software and questions from previous tests.

USC ColumbiaSaturdays: 01/23/16 – 02/27/16 (6 sessions)8:30 am – 12:30 pm

Tuesdays/Thursdays: 03/22/16 – 04/14/16 (8 sessions) Mondays/Wednesdays: 06/06/16 – 06/29/16 (8 sessions) 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

$749

Online CoursesMondays/Wednesdays: 02/17/16 - 03/14/16 (8 sessions)7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Mondays/Wednesdays: 04/13/16 - 05/23/16 (12 sessions)8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Tuesdays/Thursdays: 03/17/16 – 04/12/16 (8 sessions)Tuesdays/Thursdays: 06/07/16 - 06/30/16 (8 sessions)7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Tuesdays/Thursdays: 07/12/16 - 08/18/16 (12 sessions) 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

$749

LSAT Exam Prep

The Law School Admission Test (LSAT) is a standardized test re-quired for admission to all ABA-approved law schools and many non-ABA-approved law schools. The test is designed to provide a stan-dard measure of acquired reading and verbal reasoning skills that law schools use as one of several factors in assessing applicants and is of-fered four times a year at hundreds of locations. This test prep course includes up to 30 hours of classroom instruction by exam-content ex-perts, course materials (textbook, workbook) and practice test-taking skills using questions from previous tests.

USC ColumbiaTues/Thurs/Sundays: 01/12/16 – 02/02/16 (10 sessions)6:30 pm – 9:30 pm Tues/Thur and 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Sun

Tues/Thursdays: 04/21/16 - 05/31/16 (10 sessions)(no class on 04/28/16 and 05/03/16)6:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Tues/Thursdays: 07/12/16 - 08/11/16 (10 sessions)6:30 pm – 9:30 pm

$849

Online CoursesTues/Thurs/Sundays: 01/07/16 – 01/31/16 (10 sessions)(no class on 01/17/16)

Tues/Thursdays: 05/03/16 – 06/02/16 (10 sessions)7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Tuesdays/Thursdays: 07/07/16 – 08/16/16 (12 sessions)7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

$849

Free Strategy Information Workshops for the GMAT, GRE and LSATWe invite you to join us at one of our FREE strategy information workshops. We will introduce you to the exam and format, provide

sample questions and give you valuable tips. You will have a chance to meet our instructors and ask your questions. These free GMAT,

GRE and LSAT workshops are open to the public and are offered each semester. Visit discover.sc.edu or call 803-777-9444 for upcom-

ing dates and times and to register.


GMAT • GRE • LSAT • SAT • ACT | UNIVERSITY TEST PREP

SAT Spring Prep Course

During the academic year, we offer SAT Prep courses that include the same great instruction as our summer institute but in a condensed format.

Meeting once per week on the USC Columbia campus, this course is designed to prepare students for the SAT exam in the weeks leading up to

the exam. Tuition includes 16 hours of on-campus classroom instruction led by a professional test prep instructor and the official SAT textbook

and workbook.Sundays: ...................................................................................04/10/16 - 05/01/16 (4 sessions) 05/01/16 - 05/22/16 (4 sessions) ..............................................1:00 - 5:00 pm .........$399 ...............

Preparing for the SAT and ACT

The University of South Carolina understands the vital role that college entrance exams such as the SAT and ACT play in college admissions. Students who are properly prepared are more likely to perform to their highest potential.

All Courses Include:

* 20 Hours of in-classroom instruction

* Experienced Test Prep Instructors

* Textbooks: The Official SAT or ACT Study Guide and workbooks

* Lunch every day

* Four (4) interactive online sessions held in the fall before the exam

Course Curriculum

Our blended learning test prep program offers intensive classroom training followed by periodic online review sessions.

Did you know that the SAT is Changing?

The first exam in the new format will be held in March. Stay

informed at collegeboard.com and discover.sc.edu.

SAT Exam Dates

January 23

March 5

May 7

June 4

ACT Exam Dates

February 6

April 9

June 11

September 10

University Test Prep SAT and ACT Summer Institutes

Summer SAT and ACT Institutes

Whether you are preparing for the SAT or ACT, University Test Prep’s summer institutes offer comprehensive preparation for both exams. Tu-

ition includes 20 hours of on-campus classroom instruction led by a professional test prep instructor and the official SAT or ACT textbooks and

workbooks and four interactive online review sessions in the fall, leading up to the first exam. Courses take place all over the state.

SAT Summer Institute Monday - Thursday: 06/27/16 – 06/30/16 USC Columbia SAT Summer Institute Monday - Thursday: 07/18/16 – 07/21/16 USC Columbia SAT Summer Institute Monday - Thursday: 07/25/16 – 07/28/16 USC Columbia SAT Summer Institute Monday - Thursday: 07/25/16 – 07/28/16 USC Aiken SAT Summer Institute Monday - Thursday: 08/01/16 – 08/04/16 USC Beaufort at Bluffton SAT Summer Institute Monday - Thursday: 08/01/16 – 08/04/16 USC School of Medicine - Greenville ACT Summer Institute Monday - Thursday: 08/01/16 – 08/04/16 USC Columbia9:00 am – 3:00 pm daily$499

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