Part-time Courses - Special Interests

Description: This workshop will cover the do's and don’ts of purchasing, renting and managing residential rental property in Ontario. Many landlords have little knowledge of current Ontario housing laws, leaving them highly vulnerable to tenants who take advantage of the law's bias in their favor. This workshop will guide you through your rights and obligations as a landlord under the Ontario Landlord Tenant Act. Knowledge is the key to a successful income property!
Hours: 6
Credits: 0
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Description: Astronomy is the study of all that which is beyond the Earth. This course examines the visible features of the sky?Moon, Sun, planets, stars, constellations, meteors and galaxies. However, one of the outstanding features of this course is the ?navigation across the night sky’ component where the student will learn to move from constellation to constellation in a logical and progressive fashion. In addition, six special assignments examine the detail behind four constellations and two series of astronomy photos.
Hours: 45
Credits: 3
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Description: With boating season just around the corner, get your mandatory Pleasure Craft Operator Card in class with an experienced instructor who has worked with the Canadian Coast Guard. Course material provider is with the Ministry of Transport approved, Boater Exam.com® who have been educating boaters for over 10 years and is the largest issuer of Pleasure Craft Operator Cards (PCOC) in the country. This course is designed for persons 16 years of age or older. Manual included in fee.
Hours: 8
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Description: Have you ever thought of opening a Bed and Breakfast? It can be very rewarding, but you should not go into it without some essential knowledge about the business of B&Bs. Who better to share stories and lessons learned, than the owners of Hillcrest House, Stefan and Wendy Schuster. Over 20 years of experience in hospitality and service, we will ensure a lively and relevant learning experience. The course covers everything from getting started, rules and regulations to hosting, design, marketing plus... includes a comprehensive manual and 1 year free subscription to BBCanada.com.
Hours: 10
Credits: 0
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Description: This workshop would cover all aspects of buying and selling or renting residential real estate. These days, more and more people are considering buying, selling and/or renting residential property on their own without a real estate agent. Learn tips and tricks for finding properties, marketing your property, financing and negotiating for the best outcome. You will get sample materials from an experienced lawyer who will answer your questions "closing the deal" and all of the legal aspects of buying and selling residential real estate in Ontario. Thinking about buying a rental property? You'll discuss strategies for profiting from rental properties and learn basics of managing the landlord-tenant relationship.
Hours: 6
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Description: Whether you are about to buy your first car or your tenth car, a car is the second biggest purchase you will make in your life, next to your home. However, it’s a much more complex transaction that can cost you thousands of dollars if not done right. Purchasing, leasing, new, used, negotiating? The decisions you make could have a huge impact on your wallet and lifestyle for years to come. This workshop will teach you the inner workings of car buying and give YOU the upper hand in your next transaction!
Hours: 3
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Description: This course provides an overview of the historical background of celestial navigation and why it is still relevant in today's world of electronic GPS and navigational aids. You will learn how to use the sun, moon, stars, planets and a marine sextant to determine your position by latitude and longitude anywhere on the globe without the need for batteries or electronic gadgets. You will gain familiarity with the night sky and how to recognize the principal celestial bodies used for navigation for centuries. Real life examples are provided by the instructor who has used celestial navigation on two transatlantic ocean crossings in a small sailboat.
Hours: 16
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Description: This course explores the roles of intrepreneurs in career development oriented organizations and entrepreneurs operating their own counselling or consulting practices in career development. Students will assess their personal suitability for operating a consulting practice or abilities to act intrapreneurially within an organization. Market research techniques and marketing strategies will be developed. Students will prepare a business plan for a consulting practice or funding proposal for a career development program.
Hours: 45
Credits: 3
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Description: Humor enhances everything you do, no matter whether you're looking to deliver better presentations, increase your marketability as a writer, deliver more hits to a Web site, or simply become friendlier and more outgoing. Whether you're naturally funny or want to be, this hilarious course will help you sharpen your wit. NOTE: This course cannot be used as a credit towards Conestoga programs.
Hours: 24
Credits: 2
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Description: If you have Windows Vista on your computer, you have what it takes to make your own digital movies. In this course, you'll learn how to use the Movie Maker program that's part of Vista to create your own movies and slide shows complete with special effects, custom background music, sound effects, and narration. You'll discover how to add your own titles and sound effects. And you'll find out how to share your movies through e-mail, YouTube, CDs, and DVDs. NOTE: This course cannot be used as a credit towards Conestoga programs.
Hours: 24
Credits: 2
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Description: Self-Promotion Tool Box for Creatives Workshop. Ideal for emerging artists, newly graduated students and those who want to brush up their own self-promotional skills to be successful in the competitive marketplace. Topics include: Online Portfolio {showcase, promote and sell}, Social Media {brand, engage and build an audience}, Get Published {network with the right people} and more.
At the end of the course participants should have compiled most of the documents and materials required to begin self-promoting themselves. They will also be ready to develop a positive outlook and increase their level of self-awareness.
Hours: 6
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Description: To know your kids is to love them. In this course, an experienced social worker will help you gain a deep understanding and appreciation of your adolescent's development and behavior. You'll uncover the secrets of the adolescent mind and gain valuable information on how they think, how they feel, how their identities develop, and what steps you can take to ensure that you are well prepared to meet the needs of the teens in your life. NOTE: This course cannot be used as a credit towards Conestoga programs.
Hours: 24
Credits: 2
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