BUSINESS, CAREER AND TECHNICAL COURSES | American School of Corr

Child Development

Dave Perry — Fri, 28 Apr 2023 16:13:16 +0000

In Child Development, students study the care and guidance of children from infancy through adolescence. The focus of this course is on the physical, intellectual, and social-emotional development of the child at each stage of his or her life as well as on the role of the caregiver in promoting the child’s well-being at each stage.

There are 7 exams in Child Development. Online Exams are available.

Decker, McClannon and McCoy, Child Development Early Stages through Age 12, The Goodheart-Willcox Company, Inc.

Computing for College and Careers (online)

Dave Perry — Wed, 17 Aug 2022 13:07:27 +0000

Computing for College and Careers is intended as a practical, hands-on guide to help you understand the computer skills required during your college education and when pursuing a career. The first semester of this course will cover basic computer hardware and software and productivity applications such as word processing software, spreadsheet software, and presentation software. The first semester also covers the Internet and emerging technologies. The second semester will cover advanced concepts, such as computer networks, complex operations in spreadsheet and database programs, and the process of creating a website.

There are 8 units, 34 tutorials, 34 mastery tests, 8 course/unit activities and 8 post-tests in Computing for College and Careers.

Auto Fundamentals

Dave Perry — Fri, 26 Jun 2020 18:22:35 +0000

This course is an introduction to the terminology and methods used in auto work. It does not require hands-on activity with cars or working on site. The knowledge from this course will provide a fundamental base of knowledge for getting a start in the automotive industry.

��ɫ��Ƶ has divided the textbook into nine units. The majority of the units include sequential chapters, but please note that Unit 6 includes Chapters 17, 18, and 29. Each unit includes two exam activities that require you to conduct outside research (either online or in a library) to complete an essay or report on a specific automotive topic. This full credit course has nine parts and nine exams.

Stockel, et al. Auto Fundamentals, 12th edition, Goodheart-Willcox.

Hospitality Services

jeff — Thu, 04 Jun 2020 15:57:15 +0000

This course explores the exciting world of the lodging, food service, travel, and tourism industries. It provides an overview of what it takes to launch a career into this important field. Students take a tour of human resources management, accounting, the functions of various departments in the lodging and food service industry, and the basics of entrepreneurship. Hospitality helps improve the country’s image, and captivate tourists and business markets. In most cases, tourists would be satisfied with their travels and want to reuse positive services if guides are friendly and thoughtful. That’s not all. The hospitality industry helps create quality employment. Employees in this industry are meticulously trained about technical and behavioral skills for best customer satisfaction. This full credit course has eight parts and eight exams.

There are 8 exams in Hospitality Services.

Hospitality Services, Goodheart-Willcox, 2018.

Computers (Digital Information Technology)

jeff — Wed, 25 Sep 2019 16:39:04 +0000

This Computers (Digital Information Technology) course is for both students who are experienced computer users and those who have had little or no experience in using a computer. Students will need a Windows-based computer, Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, a printer, and the Internet in order to complete this course. Students will learn about appropriate ways to communicate on the Internet through email and social media. Students will also develop skills in using the Internet to obtain useful information and learn how to protect their privacy and their computers from outside threats.

There are 6 exams in the Introduction to Computers. Online exams are available.

Austin and Bergkvist, Principles of Digital Information Technology, The Goodheart-Willcox Company, Inc.

Introduction to Medical Terminology

jeff — Tue, 17 Sep 2019 17:59:40 +0000

Students will learn about different career choices available in the medical field. This course teaches students about how various medical terms are used by healthcare professionals to describe medical problems and treatments.

There are 7 examinations in Introduction to Medical Terminology.

Stanhope and Turnbull, Introduction to Medical Terminology, Goodheart-Willcox.

Introduction to Health Science

jeff — Tue, 17 Sep 2019 17:53:13 +0000

Students will learn about different career options available in the healthcare profession. This course also teaches the skills and education requirements needed to work in Health Science professions.

There are 5 examinations in Introduction to Health Science.

Winger and Blahnik, Introduction to Health Science, Goodheart-Willcox.

Office Procedures

jeff — Tue, 17 Sep 2019 17:51:07 +0000

Office Procedures focuses on the needs of the modern office worker. It stresses communication and interpersonal skills, including proper handling of the telephone; the processing of information and managing of records in business organizations; common business documents and procedures; and efficient time and task management.

Oliverio, Mary Ellen et al., The Office: Procedures and Technology, South-Western.

Succeeding in Life and Career

jeff — Tue, 17 Sep 2019 17:48:33 +0000

This course is designed to assist individuals to make decisions about their career now and in the years to come. Students explore how their interests, abilities, values and personality relate to choosing a career. It includes different types of jobs and careers.

There are 9 examinations in Succeeding in Life and Career.

Parnell, Succeeding in Life and Career, Goodheart-Willcox.

Business English (online)

jeff — Wed, 14 Aug 2019 13:48:08 +0000

Business English is designed to strengthen students’ ability to read and write in the workplace. Writing for business purposes is a main focus of the course. Students will learn how to communicate effectively through email and instant messaging, as well as format specific types of business messages and workplace documents. The role of digital media, visuals, and graphics in workplace communication will be explored. The importance of professionalism, ethics, and other positive skills are also emphasized in the course. Additionally, guidance is provided to help students through the process of searching, applying, and interviewing for a job.

There are 7 units in Business English.