Regional Online Collaborative Career Focused Courses for Adult Learners
Online Course Offerings
Regional Online Courses
ROCC will be offering online courses during the 2024-25 academic year.
Developing a Future Pathway (Lakes Area Adult Ed)
English Vocabulary for MN Driver's Manual (Moorhead Adult Ed)
Knowledge & Content for Written Driver's Exam (Lakes Area Adult Ed)
Fast Paced Knowledge & Content for Written Driver's Exam (Lakes Area Adult Ed)
English for Healthcare Pathways (Moorhead Adult Ed)
English for Hospitality Careers (AEOA Adult Ed)
Paraprofessional Training & Certification (Northwest Service Cooperative ABE)
Pre-CNA (Duluth Adult Ed)
Professionalism for Healthcare Careers (Moorhead Adult Ed)
TEAS Exam Prep (Alexandria Adult Ed)
Writing a College Ready Research Paper (Lakes Area Adult Ed)
All classes will be taught over Zoom or Google Meet.
Course Descriptions
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Developing a Future Pathway
In this class we will identify careers that match your interests, skills, and goals. You will make your plan for education, training, and networking to achieve your career goal. You will begin writing a resume and learning job search skills to get your job!
LEARNER EXPECTATIONS: Attend all sessions. Complete assignments before class each day. Email instructor for additional help when needed.
HOST CONSORTIUM: NW Service Cooperative Adult Education
INSTRUCTOR: Amy Fish amyfishclasses@gmail.com
DATES: Nov 7 - Dec 19, 2024 ; runs for 6 weeks, (12 sessions)
DAY/TIME: Tuesdays & Thursdays; 5-7 pm
CUT SCORE: Reading: NRS 3-6; ESL Level: NRS 4-6
DIGITAL LITERACY PREREQUISITES: Zoom, Email, Google docs & slides
DELIVERY PLATFORM: Zoom
CONTACT INFO FOR HOST CONSORTIUM: 763-453-0322 or email Kirsten Fuglseth, NW Service Cooperative ABE
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Oct 31, 2024. For registration questions, contact roccabe@nwservice.org
*Enrollment is limited. Students will be contacted in order of referral to complete course enrollment.
Watch a brief course overview.
English Vocabulary for MN Driver's Manual
This 10 week course focuses on the basic vocabulary and knowledge that is needed to help English language learners begin studying for the Minnesota Driver's license written exam. This is our level one course in preparing for the MN Drivers Written Exam. After completing this course, students are ready to take the level 2 course, Knowledge & Content for Written Driver's Exam.
LEARNER EXPECTATIONS: Attend all sessions. Complete assignments before class each day. Email instructor for additional help when needed.
HOST CONSORTIUM: Moorhead Adult Ed
INSTRUCTOR: Kylie Kunkel kyliekunkel@moorheadschools.org
START DATE: Sept 24 - Dec 5. Runs for 10 weeks, (20 sessions)
DAY/TIME: Tuesdays & Thursdays 12:30 - 2 pm
CUT SCORE: Reading Level: CASAS STEPS 196 or above ESL Level: CASAS Life & Work Reading ESL 190
DIGITAL LITERACY PREREQUISITES: Ability to use Google Meet to participate in class; ability to use internet & email to send and receive messages
DELIVERY PLATFORM: Google Meet
CONTACT INFO FOR HOST CONSORTIUM: 218-844-5760 or email Tammy Schatz, Moorhead Adult Education
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Sept 17, 2024. For registration questions, contact roccabe@nwservice.org
*Enrollment is limited. Students will be contacted in order of referral to complete course enrollment.
Knowledge & Content for Written Driver's Exam
This level 2 course focuses on the knowledge and requirements needed to pass the MN driver's license written exam. The content is based on the MN Driver's Manual and includes road knowledge, traffic laws, vehicle operation and signage. This is our level 2 course in preparing for the MN driver's written exam. Students who have taken the level one course, English Vocabulary for MN Driver's Manual, should take this next in preparation for the permit test.
LEARNER EXPECTATIONS: Attend all sessions. Complete assignments before class each day. Email instructor for additional help when needed.
HOST CONSORTIUM: Lakes Area ABE
INSTRUCTOR: Leah Hamann lhamann@detlakes.k12.mn.us
DATES: Sept 23 - Oct 24, 2024. Class runs for 5 weeks, 10 sessions
DAY/TIME: Mondays & Thursdays; 6:30 -8:00 pm
CUT SCORE: Reading: TABE 470, CASAS Goals 210; ESL Level: CASAS Life and Work Reading ESL 201
DIGITAL LITERACY PREREQUISITES: Zoom, Email, Internet Basics
DELIVERY PLATFORM: Zoom
CONTACT INFO FOR HOST CONSORTIUM: 218-844-5760 or email Andy Lesch Lakes Area Adult Education, Detroit Lakes, MN
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Sept 16, 2024. For registration questions contact roccabe@nwservice.org
*Enrollment is limited. Students will be contacted in order of referral to complete course enrollment.
Fast Paced Knowledge & Content for Written Driver's Exam
A shorter and faster moving version of the course that focuses on the knowledge and requirements needed to pass the MN driver’s license written exam. For students who only need a little boost to pass the written exam and whose English is at a high level. This is our level 3 course in preparing for the MN driver's written test.
LEARNER EXPECTATIONS: Attend all sessions. Complete assignments before class each day. Email instructor for additional help when needed.
HOST CONSORTIUM: Lakes Area ABE
INSTRUCTOR: Leah Hamann lhamann@detlakes.k12.mn.us
DATES: Nov 4 - Nov 21, 2024. Class runs for 3 weeks, (6 sessions).
DAY/TIME: Mondays &. Thursdays; 6:30 - 8 pm
CUT SCORE: Reading: TABE 500; CASAS Goals 215 ; ESL Level: CASAS Life and Work Reading ESL 210
DIGITAL LITERACY PREREQUISITES: Zoom, Email, Internet basics
DELIVERY PLATFORM: Zoom
CONTACT INFO FOR HOST CONSORTIUM: 218-844-5760 or email Andy Lesch, Lakes Area Adult Education, Detroit Lakes, MN
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Oct 28, 2024. For registration questions, contact roccabe@nwservice.org
*Enrollment is limited. Students will be contacted in order of referral to complete course enrollment.
Watch a brief course overview.
English for Healthcare Pathways
This 10 week course focuses on the basic vocabulary and knowledge needed to introduce learners to a career pathway in healthcare.
LEARNER EXPECTATIONS: Attend all sessions. Complete assignments before class each day. Email instructor for additional help when needed.
HOST CONSORTIUM: Moorhead ABE
INSTRUCTOR: Mellisa Grosz mgrosz@moorheadschools.org
DATES: Sept 24 - Dec 5, 2024. Class runs for 10 weeks, (20 sessions)
DAY/TIME: Tues & Thurs; 12 - 2 pm
CUT SCORE: ABE Reading Level: ESL 3 or higher (197 or above on CASAS Steps) ESL Level: CASAS Life and Work Reading 191 or above
DIGITAL LITERACY PREREQUISITES: Google Meet, Internet Basics, Email, opening attachments, and digital literacy platform navigation
DELIVERY PLATFORM: Google Meet
CONTACT INFO FOR HOST CONSORTIUM: 218-284-3458 or email Tammy Schatz, Moorhead Adult Education, Moorhead, MN
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Sept 17, 2024. For registration questions, contact roccabe@nwservice.org
*Enrollment is limited. Students will be contacted in order of referral to complete course enrollment.
Watch a brief course overview.
English for Hospitality Careers
English Language Learners- are you ready to improve your English Language skills for jobs in hospitality and tourism? If so, this course is for you. This is a free hyflex course that enhances your English skills and is a bridge to successfully earning certifications in hospitality tourism careers.
LEARNER EXPECTATIONS: Active participation in synchronous classes, asynchronous work and real-world instruction in the context of hospitality careers. Participation of 80% required.
HOST CONSORTIUM: AEOA Adult Ed (Arrowhead Economic Opportunity Agency)
INSTRUCTOR: Theresa Luther-Dolan. theresa.luther-dolan@aeoa.org
DATES: Sept 19 - Nov 25, 2024. Class runs for 11 weeks, (18 sessions).
DAY/TIME: Mondays & Thursdays; 6 - 8 pm
CUT SCORE: Reading: CASAS STEPS 197 or higher; TABE 300 or higher ESL Level: CASAS STEPS 197 or higher;
DIGITAL LITERACY PREREQUISITES: Ability to use Zoom to participate in class; ability to use email to send and receive messages and open attachments; ability to navigate the Internet and access course websites
DELIVERY PLATFORM: Zoom
CONTACT INFO FOR HOST CONSORTIUM: 218-259-4524 or email Tracy Chase, AEOA Adult Education, Virginia, MN
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Sept 12, 2024. For registration questions, contact roccabe@nwservice.org
*Enrollment is limited. Students will be contacted in order of referral to complete course enrollment.
Watch a brief course overview.
Paraprofessional Training & Certification
Prepare for a career in K-12 education as a Paraprofessional, a credentialed education professional who works under the direction of a certified teacher to provide instructional, behavioral and academic support to students. Paraprofessionals are in high demand in local school districts, both in special education and general education classrooms, occasionally working one on one with students or rotating between classes at a specific grade level.
Designed to qualify paras and meet Title I requirements. Eligible students will enroll in ParaEducator Online and work synchronously with a professional instructor through the first thirteen lessons. Proctored certification testing provided upon completion of the course.
LEARNER EXPECTATIONS: Online course participation maintained at 85% with completion of online course modules with a score of 70% and achievement of a passing score on the final proctored assessment to receive highly qualified certification as a paraprofessional.
HOST CONSORTIUM: NWSC ABE (Northwest Service Cooperative ABE)
INSTRUCTOR: Cecily McGlynn cmcglynn@nwservice.org
DATES: Oct 1 - Nov 26, 2024. Class runs for 8 weeks, (16 sessions).
DAY/TIME: Tuesdays & Thursdays; 5:30-7:30 pm
CUT SCORE: Reading: ABE 4 or higher (CASAS Goals Reading - 228 or TABE 11/12 Reading - 236) ESL Level: ABE 6 (CASAS STEPS Reading - 228)
DIGITAL LITERACY PREREQUISITES: Proficient with Google Meet, Internet Basics, Email, opening attachements and digital literacy platform navigation
DELIVERY PLATFORM: Google Meet & Google Site
CONTACT INFO FOR HOST CONSORTIUM: 763-453-0322 or email Kirsten Fuglseth, NW Service Cooperative ABE
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Sept 24, 2024. For registration questions, contact roccabe@nwservice.org
*Enrollment is limited. Students will be contacted in order of referral to complete course enrollment.
Pre-CNA Course
Course will preteach many of the topics covered in the CNA class and the NATO knowledge test. (Skills will not be covered.) Students will discover the various paths available to them in healthcare and how to move forward on those paths.
LEARNER EXPECTATIONS: Active participation in Google Meets classes. Completion of all Edmentum modules.
HOST CONSORTIUM: Duluth Adult Ed
INSTRUCTOR: Linnea Bishop linnea.bishop@isd709.org
START DATE: Oct 21 - Nov 27, 2024. Runs for 6 weeks, (12 sessions).
DAY/TIME: Tuesdays & Wednesdays 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
CUT SCORE: Reading Level: ABE 3 or higher
DIGITAL LITERACY PREREQUISITES: Ability to use Google Meet to participate in class; ability to use email to send and receive messages and work with attachments
DELIVERY PLATFORM: Google Meet
CONTACT INFO FOR HOST CONSORTIUM: 218-336-8725 or email Angie Frank, Duluth Adult Education, Duluth, MN
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: October 14, 2024. For registration questions, contact roccabe@nwservice.org
*Enrollment is limited. Students will be contacted in order of referral to complete course enrollment.
Watch a brief course overview.
Professionalism for Healthcare Careers
This course will explore the soft skills needed for success in a healthcare career pathway. The primary focus will be identifying optimal personal characteristics, qualities, teamwork, communication skills, personal management, and diversity in the workplace, as well as navigating getting ahead within the healthcare field.
LEARNER EXPECTATIONS: Attend class via Google Meet 85% of the time. Complete assigned homework and 8 hours a month of distance learning on Engen. If a student is absent more than 8 sessions they will be dropped. Certificates will be given to students who meet the following requirements.
HOST CONSORTIUM: Moorhead ABE
INSTRUCTOR: Mellisa Grosz mgrosz@moorheadschools.org
DATES: Sept 23 - Nov 27, 2024. Class runs for 10 weeks, (20 sessions)
DAY/TIME: Monday & Wednesday; 12 - 2 pm
CUT SCORE: Reading Level: CASAS Steps 200 and above
DIGITAL LITERACY PREREQUISITES: Ability to use Google Meet to participate in class; ability to use email to send and receive messages and open attachments; ability to navigate the Internet and digital literacy platform.
DELIVERY PLATFORM: Google Meet
CONTACT INFO FOR HOST CONSORTIUM: (218) 284-3458 or email Tammy Schatz, Moorhead Adult Education, Moorhead, MN
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Sept 16, 2024. For registration questions, contact roccabe@nwservice.org
*Enrollment is limited. Students will be contacted in order of referral to complete course enrollment.
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Watch a brief course overview.
TEAS Exam Prep
Course is designed to help individuals who are going into the nursing field. The Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) exam is an aptitude test given to nursing school applicants (RN and LPN) prior to admittance into a nursing program. Class will offer help in science, math, language arts and reading skills in preparation to take the TEAS Exam. Free TEAS Practice Test ($65 value) for those who complete 40 or more hours of the course.
HOST CONSORTIUM: Alexandria ABE
INSTRUCTOR: Vonda Pfannenstiel; vpfannenstiel@alexschools.org
DATES: Oct 1 - Nov 19, 2024 (No Class on 11/05/24) Class runs for 7 weeks (14 sessions)
DAY/TIME: Tuesdays & Thursdays 6 - 8 pm
CUT SCORE: Reading level: ABE 4+ Math: ABE 4+ ESL Level: CASAS STEPS ESL 6+ Reading and Listening
DIGITAL LITERACY PREREQUISITES: Ability to use Google Meet to participate in class; Ability to use email to send/receive messages and attachments; Ability to use Google Docs; NSDL Standards for Essential Computer Skills
DELIVERY PLATFORM: Google Meet
MISC: Free Official Online TEAS Practice test for those who complete 40 or more hours of the course ($65 value)
CONTACT INFO FOR HOST CONSORTIUM: 320-762-3312 or email Cindy or Julie Alexandria Adult education, Alexandria, MN
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Sept 24, 2024. For registration questions, contact roccabe@nwservice.org
*Enrollment is limited. Students will be contacted in order of referral to complete course enrollment.
Writing a College Ready Research Paper
In this class we will learn how to form a research question, find credible research sources, complete a rigorous research process, and organize the information for presentation in an essay. This is an important process for success in college-level classes in all subject areas.
LEARNER EXPECTATIONS: Attend all sessions. Complete assignments before class each day. Email instructor for additional help when needed.
HOST CONSORTIUM: NW Service Cooperative ABE
INSTRUCTOR: Amy Fish amyfishclasses@gmail.com
DATES: Sept 20 - Dec 6, 2024. Class runs for 10 weeks, (10 sessions).
DAY/TIME: Fridays; 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
CUT SCORE: Reading: NRS 4-6; ESL Level: NRS 6
DIGITAL LITERACY PREREQUISITES: Zoom, Email, Google docs & slides
DELIVERY PLATFORM: Zoom
CONTACT INFO FOR HOST CONSORTIUM: 763-453-0322 or email Kirsten Fuglseth, NW Service Cooperative ABE
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Sept 13, 2024. For registration questions, contact roccabe@nwservice.org
*Enrollment is limited. Students will be contacted in order of referral to complete course enrollment.
Course Flyer to Give to Students
Printable flyer of all the courses on one page to distribute to students. Click on the share icon in the upper right to read and/or download.
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