Upper Keys Courses Information for Future Students at the Florida Keys Community College in Key West, FL
Upper Keys Courses
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Upper Keys Center:
PO Drawer 600
89951 US Highway 1
Tavernier, FL 33070
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A Deadly Misunderstanding | LLC0101 | Location: Off Campus; Pink Plaza
Join us for a unique exploration of the common ground between Islam and Christianity drawing on the real-life international experiences of author and US Congressman, Mark D. Siljander (retired). His innovative peacemaking efforts have instigated real change amidst political stalemates in countries such as Suden, Afghanistan, Libya and Iraq. We’ll discuss the difference and similarities between these two faiths, strategy for contributing positive presence rather than fear and mistrust and how a renewal of ancient spiritual values contributes to alleviation of major conflicts today.
Mondays 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM | 2/22/2010 - 3/22/2010 | CRN 21858 | $60
Florida Maritime History | LLC0106 | Location: Off Campus; Pink Plaza
The maritime history of Florida has been instrumental in the development of the region and a critical component of survival since the first Spanish period. Even today, the maritime industry remains a critical component to Florida’s economy and a factor in its development.
Mondays 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM | 2/22/2010 - 3/22/2010 | CRN 21859 | $60
Great Decisions | LLC0105 | Location: Off Campus; Pink Plaza
A discussion program from the Foreign Policy Association is designed to encourage debate of important global issues of our time. This program provides materials that help people reach informed opinions on the issue and participate in the foreign policy process. Discover-Discuss-Decide.
Tuesdays 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM | 2/23/2010 - 3/23/2010 | CRN 21860 | $60
Café Cenema: War & Politics | LLC0107 | Location: Off Campus; Pink Plaza
The human race seems inextricably bound to war and politics. Films on the subjects can be evocative, allowing reflection and perspective. In this course, films on the subjects of war and politics will be presented followed by a group discussion.
Tuesdays 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM | 2/23/2010 - 3/23/2010 | CRN 21861 | $60
Narritive Therapy | LLC0103 | Location: Off Campus; Pink Plaza
This course introduces the notion that problems and the therapeutic theories utilized to address them are naturally defined with the knowledge and power the cutlure (and similar subsystems, i.e. family) gives them. Students are presented exercises to broaden their perspective of their own stories by externalizing them in a narration. It is a “respectful, yet playful” approach.
Wednesdays 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM | 2/24/2010 - 3/24/2010 | CRN 21862 | $60
Games People Play | LLC0108 | Location: Off Campus; Pink Plaza
Remember the days when we would get together for dinner at a friend’s house and after dinner we would play some kind of game? Well, let’s relive those days of interaction with our friends and family. This course will be fun, fun, fun. We will study and learn games we grew up with, plus new games of many different kinds. This will be a hands-on course, learning and playing.
Wednesdays 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM | 2/24/2010 - 3/24/2010 | CRN 21863 | $60
Natural History of the Florida Keys | LLC0104 | Location: Off Campus; Pink Plaza
In this course, we will learn of the natural history of the plants, animals, geology and natural occurrences in our surrounding environment of the Florida Keys.
Thursdays 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM | 2/25/2010 - 3/25/2010 | CRN 21864 | $60
Art and Art History | LLC0109 | Location: Off Campus; Pink Plaza
In this course, we will delve into the world of art to discover how the works reflect the passion, culture and perspective of the artist and the issues facing the world at the time in which it was created.
Thursdays 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM | 2/25/2010 - 3/25/2010 | CRN 21865 | $60
10,000 Years of Florida History | LLC0102 | Location: Off Campus; Pink Plaza
This course surveys the cultures of Florida from the Paleo-Indian, Archaic, Woodlands and Mississippian periods through the contact, mission, colonization and territorial periods. The methods of prehistory and ethnohistory will be compared and contrasted as sources.
Fridays 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM | 2/26/2010 - 3/26/2010 | CRN 21866 | $60
Café Cinema: Foreign Films | LLC0110 | Location: Off Campus; Pink Plaza
Seeing issues through another person’s eyes can be insightful and provocative. In this course, films from various cultures will be presented each week followed by an engaging group discussion.
Fridays 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM | 2/26/2010 - 3/26/2010 | CRN 21867 | $60
One Hundred Ton Gross Master | OHT0100 | Room Number: CS-1
This course allows a USCG licensed captain to upgrade from OUPV (6pack) to 100 Gross Tons Master. The primary topics covered in this course include rigging, cargo handling, structural members, stability and trim, compass error and adjustment, pollution, fire fighting communications regulations, maritime law, life saving and survival, anchoring and towing, small vessel passenger regulations, and rules of the road. Upon successful completion of this course, the attendee will be able to pass the USCG approved 100 GT Master Exam offered at the end of the course.
Saturday and Sunday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm | 4/10/2010 - 4/24/2010 | CRN 21536 | $400
Ocean Operator's Prep | OOC0201
This course is designed to increase boating safety for all and to prepare those who wish to obtain a Coast Guard license to take the examination for OUPV motorboat license for those who meet the Coast Guard requirements.
Saturday and Sunday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm | 3/6/2010 - 3/21/2010 | CRN 21534 | $612.30
Intermediate Conversational Spanish for Beginners | SPB0107 | Room Number: 1-205
This class is designed for students who have a basic knowledge of Spanish and would like to advance their studies.
Tues & Thurs 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | 3/2/2010 - 4/22/2010 | CRN 21645 | $168.80
Surviving Death: Dealing with Grief | SDD0200 | Room Number: Online
Everyone wants to be able to survive--and even thrive--after the death of loved one. In this course, you will learn how to do that in 4 stages made up of 21 steps that build on each other, and move you forward to recovery. You will learn that nothing is lost, just changed, and that meaning can be found on the other side of any experience. You will learn how to resolve the anger and guilt that can keep you stuck. You will learn a new way to think about the grief process, and ,any tools and techniques to help you deal with it. You will also learn how to help your family members, friends, clients, or patients who are grieving. Discover a new way to deal with any loss, and discover yourself in the process.
Online | 3/1/2010 - 5/3/2010 | CRN 21887 | $150
Medical Coding and Billing | MDC0300 | Room Number: 1-205
This combined 70 hour billing and coding course offers the skills needed to solve insurance billing problems, how to manually file claims (using CPT and ICD-9 manual), complete common insurance forms, trace delinquent claims, appeal denied claims and use generic forms to streamline billing procedures. The course covers the following areas: CPT (Introduction, Guidelines, Evaluation and Management), specialty field (such as surgery, radiology and laboratory), ICD-9 (Introduction and Guidelines) and basic claims processes for medical insurance and third party reimbursements. Students will learn how to find the service and codes using manuals, (CPT, ICD-9 and HCPCS). After obtaining the practical work experience (6 months to 2 years), student who complete this course could be qualified to sit for the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC)-Certified Professional Code Exam (CPC or CPC-H Apprentice); the American Health Information Association (AHIMA) Certified Coding Associate (CCA) exam; and/or National Certification Exams.
Tue & Thur & Sat 6:00PM - 9:30PM | 3/16/2010 - 5/25/2010 | CRN 21526 | $1499.00
Pharmacy Technician Certification Program | PTC0300 | Room Number: D101
This comprehensive 50 hour course will prepare students to enter the pharmacy field and take the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board's PTCB exam. Technicians work in hospitals, home infusion pharmacies, community pharmacies and other health care settings-working under the supervision of a registered pharmacist. Course content includes medical terminology specific to the pharmacy, reading and interpreting prescriptions and defining drugs by generic and brand names. Students will learn dosage calculations, I.V. flow rates, drug compounding, dose conversions, dispensing of prescriptions, inventory control and billing and reimbursement.
Mon & Wed 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM | 3/15/2010 - 5/3/2010 | CRN 21528 | $999.00
Phlebotomy Technician | PBT0300 | Room Number: 1-203
This 90 hour Phlebotomy Technician Program prepares professionals to collect blood specimens from clients for the purpose of laboratory analysis. Students will become familiar with all aspects related to blood collection and develop comprehensive skills to perform venipunctures completely and safely. Classroom and lab work includes terminology, anatomy and physiology; blood collection procedures; specimen hands-on practice; and training in skills and techniques to perform puncture methods. Note: There is no outside externship rotation included with this program.
Tue & Thur & Sat 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM | 3/16/2010 - 5/25/2010 | CRN 21527 | $1599.00
Digital Photography 1 & 2 All Inclusive | IDP0105 | Room Number: 1-202
This course will introduce the beginning student to the basics of digital photography. No experience is necessary, but the student will need a digital camera. Learn to shoot beautiful photographs with your digital camera. This course will take students beyond the technical aspects of their digital camera to cover composition and shooting styles. Topics covered will include camera field tricks and techniques and the use of special filters and raw mode. Four out of eight sessions will be spent outside of the classroom.
Tuesday 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | 2/9/2010 - 4/6/2010 | CRN 21510 | $100.00
Here at FKCC we are always striving for excellence. If you have any comments or suggestions for new courses please email Ellie Byers or give us a call at (305) 852-8007.