Professional development courses offered by Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno provide University-quality educational opportunities to build your career and skills in a wide range of management and business topics, to keep on the leading edge of the latest trends and industry-specific issues, and to hone existing talents for career advancement. The following noncredit courses may be taken independently and require no formal admission to the University. Courses are offered on the main campus at the University of Nevada, Reno, or at the University’s Redfield Campus in south Reno unless noted otherwise.
Select courses as noted have been approved or are pending approval for 6.0-30.0 recertification credit hours toward PHR, SPHR or GPHR (Professional, Senior Professional or Global Professional in Human Resources) recertification through the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI). For more information about PHR/SPHR/GPHR certification and recertification, visit HRCI at http://www.hrci.org<http://www.hrci.org/>
For more about Extended Studies courses, registration and information call (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928. To register online, visit and search by course/program title: http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu<http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu/> . For an at-a-glance calendar of Fall 2012 classes, visit http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu/prodev_certificates.htm
The following certificate programs and series are held through Fall 2012 (courses may also include discounts for early registration):
Fall 2012 beginning Aug. 11 through Dec. 4 “Business Software Essentials Short Courses: Graphics Professional Series and Business Computer Skills Series” – Nearly two dozen introductory and advanced short courses in business software, including graphics software, photography and business computer skills during Fall 2012, offer opportunities to build a solid knowledge base and hone existing skills. Hands-on practice prepares participants to apply skills immediately in the workplace. Courses are held at the University’s Redfield Campus, 18600 Wedge Parkway, Reno. Fees: $99-349 depending on course length, includes instructional materials and parking. Instrs.: Jean A. Gage, Marie Gibson and M.D. Welch. For a full list of Graphics Professional courses and to register online, visit http://bit.ly/nDVpWx . For a full list of Business Computer Skills courses and to register online, visit http://bit.ly/q539Ig . Registration and information: (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928. For all Extended Studies courses or to register online, visit and search by course title: http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu<http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu/> . For an at-a-glance calendar of Fall 2012 classes, visit http://extendedstudies.unr.edu/prodev_certificates.htm .
Fall 2012 beginning Sept. 11 through Dec. 6 (courses may also include discounts for early registration) “Social Media Marketing Certificate and Short Courses” – This four-course, 33-hour professional development certificate program offered during Fall 2012 provides in-depth, leading-edge content and an opportunity to develop and demonstrate mastery of social media/inbound marketing as an essential component of successful business operations, offered by Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. Held Sept. 11-Dec. 2012 on select evenings, course options are available from which to build the full four-course Social Media Marketing Certificate, or to be taken individually. Courses are held at the University’s Redfield Campus, 18600 Wedge Parkway, Reno. Fees: $199-299 per course, early registration; $249-399 per course, late registration; includes instructional materials, refreshment breaks and parking. Instrs.: UNR College of Business and Reynolds School of Journalism faculty, and industry experts. For more about the Social Media Marketing courses and full certificate and to register online, visit: http://bit.ly/aIaLfV. Registration and information: (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928. For all Extended Studies courses or to register online, visit and search by course title: http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu<http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu/>. For an at-a-glance calendar of Fall 2012 classes, visit http://extendedstudies.unr.edu/prodev_certificates.htm.
Fall 2012 beginning Sept. 14 through Dec. 7 “Supervisory Management and Human Resources Management Certificates and Short Courses” – The University’s 10-course certificates in supervisory management or human resources management provide valuable leading-edge and industry-specific training, evidence to employers of successful completion of a University-quality educational program, and an indication of professional achievement in one’s field. Current core courses and electives may be taken independently or applied to a full certificate and are currently scheduled for Fall 2012 by Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. For more about the Supervisory Management or Human Resources Management courses and full certificates and to register online, visit: http://extendedstudies.unr.edu/prodev_management.htm . Registration and information: (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928. For all Extended Studies courses or to register online, visit and search by course title:http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu<http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu/> . For an at-a-glance calendar of Fall 2012 classes, visit http://extendedstudies.unr.edu/prodev_certificates.htm .
Fall 2012 beginning Sept. 18 through Dec. 11 “General Professional Development Short Courses and Certificate Electives” – Gain leading-edge skills and knowledge you need to succeed in a changing workplace. The University offers general professional development short courses that may be taken independently to fit your immediate career goals, and some may be applied toward the requirements of a 10-course Certificate in Supervisory Management or Human Resources Management, to the Project Management Essentials Certificate, or to the Social Media Marketing Certificate offered through Extended Studies. Formal admission to the University is not required. For a list of current short courses and electives and to register online, visit http://bit.ly/AyCVGR . Registration and information: (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928. For all Extended Studies courses or to register online, visit and search by course title: http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu<http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu/> . For an at-a-glance calendar of Fall 2012 classes, visit http://extendedstudies.unr.edu/prodev_certificates.htm .
Fall 2012 beginning Sept. 20 through Nov. 30 (courses may also include discounts for early registration) “Senior Manager in Human Resources Certificate and Short Courses” – The University’s 10-course certificate in senior management in the human resources field provides senior executives and HR managers with strategic and tactical skills for improving organizational effectiveness, developing a talent-management culture and understanding fiscal impacts of HR departments. Current core courses and electives may be taken independently or applied to a full certificate. For more about the Senior Manager in HR courses and full certificate and to register online, visit: http://bit.ly/quMasu . Registration and information: (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928. For all Extended Studies courses or to register online, visit and search by course title: http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu<http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu/> . For an at-a-glance calendar of Spring/Summer 2012 classes, visithttp://extendedstudies.unr.edu/prodev_certificates.htm .
Fall 2012 through Nov. 9
“Gaming Management Weeklong Courses”- Comprehensive weeklong courses during Fall 2012 update and enhance management tools and techniques unique to the gaming industry, including financial accounting, table games operations and surveillance management, offered by Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. Courses are held at the University’s Continuing Education Building, 1041 N. Virginia St., Reno. Fees: $2,500 per weeklong course, includes course materials, orientation breakfast, all lunches, refreshment breaks, one group dinner and field trips. Instrs.: Gaming industry experts and UNR faculty. Registration and information: (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928. For more about Extended Studies gaming management courses and schedules throughout 2012, or to register online, visit http://extendedstudies.unr.edu/residential.htm.
The following individual short courses are offered Aug.-Sept. 2012 (some courses include discounts for early registration as noted; visit http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu for a full list of Fall 2012 courses):
Aug. 11, 2012
“Photoshop Elements Advanced” – This one-session introductory graphics course is the hands-on next step for those students who have taken the Photoshop Elements basics course, exploring how to color-correct images and create beautiful black-and-white images and slide shows. Topics include text labels, cartoon balloons, adjusting color, overcoming exposure problems, repairing flaws, framing images, and combining multiple images. Offered by Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. Held Saturday, Aug. 11, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at the University’s Redfield Campus, 18600 Wedge Parkway, Reno. Course fee: $99, includes parking. Instr.: M.D. Welch. For a full list of Graphics Professional courses and to register online, visit http://bit.ly/nDVpWx . Registration and information: (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928. For more about Extended Studies courses or to register online, visit and search by course title: http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu<http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu/> . For an at-a-glance calendar of Fall 2012 professional development classes, visit http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu/prodev_certificates.htm
Aug. 14-17, 2012
“Appreciative Inquiry” – This four-session professional development course helps participants recognize and balance the strengths and weaknesses of each member of a diverse organization to facilitate complementary organizational processes and a more balanced workflow, offered by Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. Held Tuesday-Friday, Aug. 14-17, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at the University’s Continuing Education Building, 1041 N. Virginia St., Reno. Course fee: $1,450, includes course materials, parking and lunch each day. Instr.: Kathy Becker, M.A. Registration and information: (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928. For more about Extended Studies courses or to register online, visit and search by course title: http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu<http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu/> . For an at-a-glance calendar of Fall 2012 professional development classes, visit http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu/prodev_certificates.htm
Aug. 14-23, 2012
“Advanced Photoshop” – This six-session graphics professional course covers advanced functions of Adobe Photoshop and how to apply them as a professional artist. Working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop is required. Offered by Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. Held Tuesday-Thursday, Aug. 14-23, 6-9 p.m. at the University’s Redfield Campus, 18600 Wedge Parkway, Reno. Course fee: $349, includes parking. Instr.: M.D. Welch. For a full list of Graphics Professional courses and to register online, visit http://bit.ly/nDVpWx . Registration and information: (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928. For more about Extended Studies courses or to register online, visit and search by course title: http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu<http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu/> . For an at-a-glance calendar of Fall 2012 professional development classes, visit http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu/prodev_certificates.htm
Aug. 14, 2012
“Microsoft Excel Basics” – This one-session computer skills course covers Microsoft Excel 2010 essentials, offered by Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. Held Tuesday, Aug. 14, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at the University’s Redfield Campus, 18600 Wedge Parkway, Reno. Course fee: $100, includes parking. Instr.: Jean Gage. For a full list of Business Computer Skills courses and to register online, visit http://bit.ly/q539Ig . Registration and information: (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928. For more about Extended Studies courses or to register online, visit and search by course title: http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu<http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu/> . For an at-a-glance calendar of Fall 2012 professional development classes, visit http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu/prodev_certificates.htm
Aug. 15, 2012
“FREE! Paralegal Studies Information Session” – Meet the instructors and learn about the University’s Paralegal Studies courses offered by Extended Studies, as well as career opportunities in this rapidly growing field, at this FREE information session. Held Wednesday, Aug. 15, 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the University of Nevada, Reno Continuing Education Building, 1014 N. Virginia St., Reno. The session is FREE and open to the community. For more information call (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928. For all Extended Studies courses, visit and search by course title: http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu . For an at-a-glance calendar of Fall 2012 classes, visit http://extendedstudies.unr.edu/prodev_certificates.htm .
Aug. 15-19, 2012
“Advanced Mediation and Conflict Resolution Certificate” – This advanced, 40-hour, five-session professional development program provides intensive training for experienced professionals emphasizing family and court mediation processes, culture and diversity, ethics, and problem facilitation, offered by Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. Held Wednesday-Sunday, Aug. 15-19, 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. at the University’s Continuing Education Building, 1041 N. Virginia St., Reno. Course fee: $1,250, includes course materials, parking, refreshment breaks, lunch each day and 40 PHR/SPHR/GPHR general recertification hours. Instr.: Trip Barthel, M.A. Registration and information: (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928. For more about Extended Studies courses or to register online, visit and search by course title: http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu<http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu/> . For an at-a-glance calendar of Fall 2012 professional development classes, visit http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu/prodev_certificates.htm
Aug. 22, 2012
“FREE! Extended Studies Open House” – Learn about the University’s noncredit certificates and courses, and academic credit programs and online degrees offered by Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. Participants can receive discounts for select on-site registration, enter to win the new iPad 2 or a six-hour professional development course, visit information tables to meet faculty and instructors, and enjoy free refreshments. Held Wednesday, Aug. 22, 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the University’s Redfield Campus, 18600 Wedge Parkway, Reno. For more information call Extended Studies at (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928 or visit: http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu . For all Extended Studies courses or to register online, visit and search by course title: http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu . For an at-a-glance calendar of Fall 2012 classes, visit http://extendedstudies.unr.edu/prodev_certificates.htm .
Aug. 27-31, 2012
“Performance-Based Surveillance Operations for the Gaming Industry” – This five-session gaming management course examines maximizing the value-added contributions of the surveillance department while focusing on critical strategic processes beyond the technical and operational functions, offered by Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. Held Monday-Thursday, Aug. 27-30, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; and Friday, Aug. 31, 8:30 a.m.-noon at the University’s Continuing Education Building, 1041 N. Virginia St., Reno. Course fee: $2,500, includes course materials, orientation breakfast, four lunches, refreshment breaks and group awards dinner; lodging is not included. Registration and information: (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928. For more about Extended Studies gaming management courses or to register online, visit: http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu/residential.htm . For an at-a-glance calendar of Fall 2012 professional development classes, visit http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu/prodev_certificates.htm
Sept. 5-6, 2012
“The Human Factor of Project Management” – This two-session project management course provides new strategies for creating empowered, sustainable teams quickly and more easily to manage the complexities of bringing projects in on time and within budget, offered by Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. Held Wednesday-Thursday, Sept. 5-6, 5:30-8:30 p.m. at the University’s Redfield Campus, 18600 Wedge Parkway, Reno. Course fee: $199 through Aug. 24; $249 after Aug. 24, includes course materials, refreshment breaks and parking. Instr.: Kevin Ciccotti, CPCC. Registration and information: (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928. For more about Extended Studies courses or to register online, visit and search by course title: http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu<http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu/> . For an at-a-glance calendar of Fall 2012 classes, visit http://extendedstudies.unr.edu/prodev_certificates.htm .
Sept. 8-Dec. 2, 2012
“Paralegal Studies Certificate Program” – This 16-session professional development certificate program is taught by a municipal court judge and a probate commissioner, and offers an intensive yet condensed practical introduction to the paralegal field, providing training in the skills needed to identify legal issues, research relevant law, apply the law to factual situations, and write clearly and effectively, offered by Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. Held select Saturdays and Sundays, Sept. 8-Dec. 2, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at the University’s Redfield Campus, 18600 Wedge Parkway, Reno. Course fee: $1,995 through Aug. 31; $2,195, after Aug. 31; includes textbook, access to Westlaw and LexisNexis, all instructional materials, refreshment breaks and parking. Instrs.: The Honorable James L. Spoo, J.D., and Linda Bowman, J.D. Registration and information: (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928. For more about Extended Studies courses or to register online, visit and search by course title: http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu. For an at-a-glance calendar of Fall 2012 professional development classes, visit http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu/prodev_certificates.htm
Sept. 10-Nov. 27, 2012
“Professional in Human Resources (PHR/SPHR) Study Program” – This 11-session professional development program provides a comprehensive review for human resources professionals, enhancing skills and knowledge and preparing participants for the national PHR or SPHR examination, offered by Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. Held select Mondays and Tuesdays, Sept. 10-Nov. 27, 4-7:30 p.m. (Sept. 10 and Nov. 27 sessions held 3:30-7:30 p.m.) at the University’s Redfield Campus, 18600 Wedge Parkway, Reno. Course fee: $1,250 by Aug. 17; $1,400 after Aug. 17; includes textbook, course materials, test-taking aids, refreshment breaks and parking. Facilitator: Karyn Jensen, M.S., SPHR. Registration and information: (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928. For all Extended Studies courses or to register online, visit and search by course title: http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu . For an at-a-glance calendar of Fall 2012 classes, visit http://extendedstudies.unr.edu/prodev_certificates.htm .
Sept. 11, 2012
“Microsoft Word Basics” – This one-session computer skills course covers Microsoft Word 2010 essentials of word processing, offered by Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. Held Tuesday, Sept. 11, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at the University’s Redfield Campus, 18600 Wedge Parkway, Reno. Course fee: $100, includes course materials and parking. Instr.: Jean Gage. For a full list of Business Computer Skills courses and to register online, visit http://bit.ly/q539Ig . Registration and information: (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928. For all Extended Studies courses or to register online, visit and search by course title: http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu . For an at-a-glance calendar of Fall 2012 classes, visit http://extendedstudies.unr.edu/prodev_certificates.htm .
Sept. 11-13, 2012
“Social Media Tools: Foundations for Inbound Marketing” – This three-session Social Media Marketing Certificate course will help you establish, develop and connect the foundational tools of inbound marketing – accounts on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Google – to draw more people to your brand, offered by Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. Held Tuesday-Thursday, Sept. 11-13, 6-9 p.m. at the University’s Redfield Campus, 18600 Wedge Parkway, Reno. Course fee: $299 through Aug. 28; $399 after Aug. 28; includes course materials, refreshment breaks and parking. Instr.: M.D. Welch. For more about the Social Media Marketing courses and full certificate and to register online, visit: http://bit.ly/aIaLfV. Registration and information: (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928. For more about Extended Studies courses or to register online, visit and search by course title: http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu . For an at-a-glance calendar of Fall 2012 classes, visit http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu/prodev_certificates.htm .
Sept. 11-20, 2012
“Project Management Essentials” – This six-session project management course builds a solid foundation for successful project management, offered by Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. Held Tuesday-Thursday, Sept. 11-20, 5:30-8:30 p.m. at the University’s Redfield Campus, 18600 Wedge Parkway, Reno. Course fee: $585 through Aug. 28; $695 after Aug. 28, includes course materials, refreshment breaks and parking. Instr.: William Ball, MBA, PMP. Registration and information: (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928. For more about Extended Studies courses or to register online, visit and search by course title: http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu<http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu/> . For an at-a-glance calendar of Fall 2012 classes, visit http://extendedstudies.unr.edu/prodev_certificates.htm .
Sept. 11-Nov. 13, 2012
“Energy Management Certificate” – This 10-session, 30-hour professional development certificate program provides the latest energy, green building and sustainability technologies, cost-reduction strategies, money-saving energy management techniques and methods for increasing return on investment, integral to success in the increasingly competitive energy management field. Designed for building managers, facility/plant managers, construction planners, engineers, maintenance personnel, small-business owners, green energy entrepreneurs and others interested in energy resources, the program is offered by Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. Held Tuesday evenings, Sept. 11-Nov. 13, 6-9 p.m. at the University’s Redfield Campus, 18600 Wedge Parkway, Reno. Certificate fee: $900 through Aug. 28; $1,050 after Aug. 28, includes instructional materials, refreshment breaks and parking. Instr.: Scott Terrell, M.A. For more information about the certificate sessions and to register online, visit: http://bit.ly/8ZRe8x . Registration and information: (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928. For all Extended Studies courses or to register online, visit and search by course title: http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu . For an at-a-glance calendar of Fall 2012 classes, visit http://extendedstudies.unr.edu/prodev_certificates.htm .
Sept. 14, 2012
“Microsoft Excel Basics” – This one-session computer skills course covers Microsoft Excel 2010 essentials, offered by Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. Held Friday, Sept. 14, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at the University’s Redfield Campus, 18600 Wedge Parkway, Reno. Course fee: $100, includes parking. Instr.: Jean Gage. For a full list of Business Computer Skills courses and to register online, visit http://bit.ly/q539Ig . Registration and information: (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928. For more about Extended Studies courses or to register online, visit and search by course title: http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu<http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu/> . For an at-a-glance calendar of Fall 2012 professional development classes, visit http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu/prodev_certificates.htm
Sept. 14, 2012
“Employee Relations” – This one-session human resources management course provides an overview of the components of employee relations, including the key elements of constructive performance evaluations, effective complaint management, handling problem employee behaviors, communication, diversity and laws affecting personnel policy, offered by Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. Held Friday, Sept. 14, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at the University’s Continuing Education Building, 1041 N. Virginia St., Reno. Course fee: $195, includes parking, lunch and 6 PHR/SPHR recertification hours. Instr.: Kimberley McNamara, SPHR. For more about Human Resources Management courses and full certificate and to register online, visit: http://extendedstudies.unr.edu/prodev_management.htm . Registration and information: (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928. For all Extended Studies courses or to register online, visit and search by course title: http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu . For an at-a-glance calendar of Fall 2012 classes, visit http://extendedstudies.unr.edu/prodev_certificates.htm .
Sept. 15 and 22, 2012
“Using a Digital SLR Camera” – This two-session introductory photography course offers instruction in the specific features and use of a single-lens reflex camera, offered by Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. Held Saturday, Sept. 15 and 22, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at the University’s Redfield Campus, 18600 Wedge Parkway, Reno. Course fee: $99, includes course materials and parking. Instr.: M.D. Welch. For a full list of Graphics Professional Series courses and to register online, visit http://bit.ly/nDVpWx . Registration and information: (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928. For more about Extended Studies courses or to register online, visit and search by course title: http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu . For an at-a-glance calendar of Fall 2012 classes, visit http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu/prodev_certificates.htm .
Sept. 18, 2012
“Public Sector Human Resources” – This one-session human resources management course discusses the key differences between public and private human resources processes and procedures as well as interviewing, hiring, evaluations, discipline and termination as they relate to public personnel administration, offered by Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. Held Tuesday, Sept. 18, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at the University’s Redfield Campus, 18600 Wedge Parkway, Reno. Course fee: $195, includes parking, lunch and 6 PHR/SPHR recertification hours. Instr.: Robert Morin, J.D., Ph.D. Registration and information: (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928. For more about Extended Studies courses or to register online, visit and search by course title: http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu . For an at-a-glance calendar of Fall 2012 classes, visit http://extendedstudies.unr.edu/prodev_certificates.htm .
Sept. 18-27, 2012
“Beginning InDesign” – This six-session graphics professional course offers instruction in the basic navigation and functionality of Adobe InDesign and provides an opportunity to produce beginner work for a portfolio, offered by Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. Held Tuesday-Thursday, Sept. 18-27, 6-9 p.m. at the University’s Redfield Campus, 18600 Wedge Parkway, Reno. Course fee: $349, includes parking. Instr.: M.D. Welch. For a full list of Graphics Professional courses and to register online, visit http://bit.ly/nDVpWx . Registration and information: (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928. For more about Extended Studies courses or to register online, visit and search by course title: http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu . For an at-a-glance calendar of Fall 2012 classes, visit http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu/prodev_certificates.htm .
Sept. 18 and 21, 2012
“Microsoft Access Basics” – This two-session computer skills course covers basic essentials of database creation and management using Microsoft Access 2010, offered by Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. Held Tuesday and Friday, Sept. 18 and 21, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at the University’s Redfield Campus, 18600 Wedge Parkway, Reno. Course fee: $200, includes parking. Instr.: Jean Gage. For a full list of Business Computer Skills courses and to register online, visit http://bit.ly/q539Ig . Registration and information: (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928. For more about Extended Studies courses or to register online, visit and search by course title: http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu . For an at-a-glance calendar of Fall 2012 classes, visit http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu/prodev_certificates.htm .
Sept. 18-Oct. 2, 2012
“Introduction to Social Media: New and Social Media Marketing for Busy People” – This three-session Social Media Marketing Certificate course for business owners, marketing professionals, school administrators, teachers, service providers and others, explores strategies for building a new media network that works for staying in touch with the public, offered by Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. Held Tuesdays, Sept. 18-Oct. 2, 6-9 p.m. at the University’s Redfield Campus, 18600 Wedge Parkway, Reno. Course fee: $299 through Sept. 4; $399 after Sept. 4; includes course materials, refreshment breaks and parking. Instr.: Todd Felts, MALS. For more about the Social Media Marketing courses and full certificate and to register online, visit: http://bit.ly/aIaLfV. Registration and information: (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928. For more about Extended Studies courses or to register online, visit and search by course title: http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu . For an at-a-glance calendar of Fall 2012 classes, visit http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu/prodev_certificates.htm .
Sept. 20, 2012
“Getting More from Your Compensation and Benefits Programs” – This advanced one-session senior HR professional development course demonstrates how to strategically position your compensation and benefits programs and use them as a retention tool, offered by Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. Held Thursday, Sept. 20, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at the University’s Redfield Campus, 18600 Wedge Parkway, Reno. Course fee: $250, includes parking, lunch and 6 PHR/SPHR recertification hours. Instr.: Christy Wheeler, SPHR. For more about the Senior Manager in HR courses and full certificate and to register online, visit: http://bit.ly/quMasu . Registration and information: (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928. For all Extended Studies courses or to register online, visit and search by course title: http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu . For an at-a-glance calendar of Fall 2012 classes, visit http://extendedstudies.unr.edu/prodev_certificates.htm .
Sept. 20-21, 2012
“Performance Management” – This two-session supervisory management course provides tools for carrying out the essential steps of performance management including establishing clear expectations, accurately measuring employee performance, creating employee development plans and giving constructive performance feedback, offered by Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. Held Thursday-Friday, Sept. 20-21, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at the University’s Continuing Education Building, 1041 N. Virginia St., Reno. Course fee: $325, includes parking, lunch each day and 12 PHR/SPHR recertification hours. Instr.: Bruce Sanders, Ph.D., SPHR. Registration and information: (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928. For more about Extended Studies courses or to register online, visit and search by course title: http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu . For an at-a-glance calendar of Fall 2012 classes, visit http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu/prodev_certificates.htm .
Sept. 21, 2012
“Developing a Total Rewards Package: Compensation and Benefits” – This advanced one-session senior HR professional development course examines the principles for creating and evaluating employee compensation and benefit systems in today’s complex economy, offered by Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. Held Friday, Sept. 21, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at the University’s Redfield Campus, 18600 Wedge Parkway, Reno. Course fee: $250, includes parking, lunch and 6 PHR/SPHR recertification hours. Instr.: Christy Wheeler, SPHR. For more about the Senior Manager in HR courses and full certificate and to register online, visit: http://bit.ly/quMasu . Registration and information: (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928. For all Extended Studies courses or to register online, visit and search by course title: http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu . For an at-a-glance calendar of Fall 2012 classes, visit http://extendedstudies.unr.edu/prodev_certificates.htm .
Sept. 21-22, 2012
“QuickBooks for Small Business” – This two-session computer skills course will help you streamline your record keeping and maximize your financial wellbeing, offered by Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. Held Friday and Saturday, Sept. 21-22, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at the University’s Redfield Campus, 18600 Wedge Parkway, Reno. Course fee: $325, includes parking. Instr.: Marie Gibson. For a full list of Business Computer Skills courses and to register online, visit http://bit.ly/q539Ig . Registration and information: (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928. For more about Extended Studies courses or to register online, visit and search by course title: http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu . For an at-a-glance calendar of Fall 2012 classes, visit http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu/prodev_certificates.htm .
Sept. 25, 2012
“Microsoft Outlook Basics” – This one-session computer skills course covers Microsoft Outlook 2010 basics for improved time and information management, offered by Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. Held Tuesday, Sept. 25, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at the University’s Redfield Campus, 18600 Wedge Parkway, Reno. Course fee: $100, includes course materials and parking. Instr.: Jean Gage. For a full list of Business Computer Skills courses and to register online, visit http://bit.ly/q539Ig . Registration and information: (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928. For all Extended Studies courses or to register online, visit and search by course title: http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu . For an at-a-glance calendar of Fall 2012 classes, visit http://extendedstudies.unr.edu/prodev_certificates.htm .
Sept. 26-Nov. 20, 2012
“Spanish in the Workplace: Communicating with Your Employees” – This 8-session professional development course provides basic Spanish phrases and communication skills for speaking and understanding the Spanish language that can help you and all team members exchange ideas more effectively to create a more efficient workplace, offered by Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. Held select Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Sept. 26-Nov. 20, 5:30-7 p.m. at the University’s Redfield Campus, 18600 Wedge Parkway, Reno. Course fee: $325, includes parking; course has been submitted to HRCI for review. Instrs.: Marcel Schaerer, M.S., and Karla Sullivan, IPDS. Registration and information: (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928. For more about Extended Studies courses or to register online, visit and search by course title: http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu. For an at-a-glance calendar of Fall 2012 professional development classes, visit http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu/prodev_certificates.htm .
Sept. 26-Dec. 11, 2012
“Caregiving Essentials Certificate” – This 12-session, 36-hour professional development certificate program offered in partnership with the University’s Sanford Center for Aging is designed to provide resources and skills that help meet the growing need for qualified professional and family caregivers, and to provide continuing education for professional recertification for those in healthcare and mental health professions. Offered by Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. Held on select Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Sept. 26-Dec. 11, 3:30-6:30 p.m. at the University’s Continuing Education Building, 1041 N. Virginia St., Reno. Certificate fee: $995 through Sept. 7; $1,295 after Sept. 7, includes course materials, parking and refreshments each day. Additional $20 fee for CEUs in select disciplines. Instr.: Susan G. Harris, Ph.D. For more information about the certificate sessions and to register online, visit: http://bit.ly/o8TZNE . Registration and information: (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928. For all Extended Studies courses or to register online, visit and search by course title: http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu . For an at-a-glance calendar of Fall 2012 classes, visit http://extendedstudies.unr.edu/prodev_certificates.htm .
Sept. 27, 2012
“Conducting Successful Interviews” – This one-session professional development course builds skills for identifying the most suitable potential hire through one-on-one and panel interviews, offered by Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. Held Thursday, Sept. 27, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at the University’s Redfield Campus, 18600 Wedge Parkway, Reno. Course fee: $195, includes parking, lunch and 6 PHR/SPHR recertification hours. Instr.: Karyn Jensen, M.S., SPHR. Registration and information: (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928. For more about Extended Studies courses or to register online, visit and search by course title: http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu . For an at-a-glance calendar of Fall 2012 classes, visit http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu/prodev_certificates.htm .
Sept. 28, 2012
“Microsoft PowerPoint Basics” – This one-session computer skills course covers Microsoft PowerPoint 2010 techniques to create high-impact professional presentations and personal projects, offered by Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. Held Friday, Sept. 28, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at the University’s Redfield Campus, 18600 Wedge Parkway, Reno. Course fee: $100, includes parking. Instr.: Jean Gage. For a full list of Business Computer Skills courses and to register online, visit http://bit.ly/q539Ig . Registration and information: (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928. For more about Extended Studies courses or to register online, visit and search by course title: http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu . For an at-a-glance calendar of Fall 2012 classes, visit http://extendedstudies.unr.edu/prodev_certificates.htm .
Sept. 30, 2012-Feb. 3, 2013
“ONLINE! Professional Sales Certificate” – This new 16-session online professional development certificate program developed by Extended Studies in partnership with Empower Consulting Group equips you with proven techniques to improve customer recruitment and retention rates and maximize your sales toolbox for predictable results, offered by Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. Sixteen weekly online sessions begin and end Sunday at noon, Sept. 30, 2012-Feb. 3, 2013 (no session Dec. 23-30). Course fee: $395 through Sept. 14; $495 after Sept. 14. Instr.: Liz Christoffersen. Registration and information: (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928. For more about Extended Studies courses or to register online, visit and search by course title: http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu . For an at-a-glance calendar of Fall 2012 classes, visit http://extendedstudies.unr.edu/prodev_certificates.htm .
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