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Mental Health First Aid Canada

Mental Health first Aid is the help provided to a person developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. The first aid is given until appropriate professional treatment is received or until the crisis is resolved. The concept is based on the model of medical first aid. Mental Health First Aid is a 12-hour training course delivered in four modules of three hours each. Participants must attend for the full two days to receive a Certificate of Participation.

The following mental health problems are covered: Depression, Substance Use Disorder, Anxiety Disorders, and Psychosis and the following mental health crisis situations are covered: Suicidal Behavior, Overdoses, Panic Attacks, Reactions to Traumatic Events, and Behavior Associated with Psychosis.
Anyone can benefit from Mental Health First Aid.

Dates: Tuesdays, September 23 & 30, 2008
Time: 8:30 am – 4:00 pm (an hour for lunch)
Cost: $85.00
Instructor: Clara Yagos
Location: Chinook Educational Consortium, 2nd Floor, Room 17
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, September 16, 2008
To Register: 562-2853

Photography

This digital photography/image editing course is for the beginner or somewhat experienced. Topics will cover (but not be limited to) photography basics, special situations encountered in digital photography, the digital camera’s quirks and advantages, post processing including tools like cropping, reducing file sizes for emailing, basic Photoshop tools and techniques, FREE image editing programs and lots of hints and tips. We will also look at the advantages and disadvantages of printing photos at home, buying your first digital camera, stepping up in the digital world and where to go for help in making digital decisions.

Please bring your digital cameras and instruction manuals – if you have your own laptop, please bring that too!
Maximum: 6

Dates: Thursdays, September 25, October 2, 9 and 16, 2008
Time: 6:30 – 9:30 pm
Cost: $50.00
Instructor: Bob Pisko
Location: Chinook Educational Consortium, 2nd Floor, Room 17
Registration Deadline: Thursday, September 18, 2008
To Register: 562-2853

Airbrake (Q-Endorsement)

This one day course is designed to provide the participants with theoretical and practical training required for the air brake endorsement. Individuals successfully completing this course will receive a certificate entitling them to have the “Q” Endorsement applied to their driver’s license.
Minimum: 8

Date: Saturday, October 18, 2008
Time: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Cost: $155.00
Instructor: Class 1 Driving School
Location: Chinook Educational Consortium, Entrance C, 2nd Floor, Room 17
Registration Deadline: Thursday, October 9, 2008
To Register: 562-2853

Green Clean Housekeeping

Join us for an evening of hands-on good clean fun! Learn natural solutions to your cleaning problems. Cut down on the chemicals in your cupboards and avoid the high cost of commercial cleaning products. Recipes include natural all-purpose cleaner, powdered cleanser, wood furniture polish, air fresheners, fabric softeners, stain removers and much, much more! Participants will take home their made from scratch cleaning products and a useful recipe booklet. Registration fee includes supplies.
Minimum: 4

Date: Thursday, October 16, 2008
Time: 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Cost: $30.00
Instructor: Wendy Davies, Willow Valley Soapworks
Location: Chinook Educational Consortium, Entrance C, 2nd Floor, Room 17
Registration Deadline: Thursday, October 9, 2008
To Register: 562-2853

Christmas Season Bath Bombs & Tub Truffles

Just in time for Christmas!!!
In this two hour fun filled class you will learn how to make Elegant Designer Bath Bombs and Tub Truffles to pamper yourself or to make as a gift for that special someone on your list. Registration fee includes all supplies to make bath bombs and truffles, however, you will need to bring a pair of disposable gloves, 1 large or 2 small cookie sheets and a large glass or metal bowl (that holds 6 cups).
Minimum: 4

Date: Thursday, November 13, 2008
Time: 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Cost: $40.00
Instructor: Wendy Davies, Willow Valley Soapworks
Location: Chinook Educational Consortium, Entrance C, 2nd Floor, Room 17
Registration Deadline: Thursday, November 6, 2008
To Register: 562-2853

Lip Balm and Moisturizing Lotion

Learn to make your own natural lip balm and lotion using luxurious, healthy ingredients! Choose your favorite essential oils to enhance your creations and make them uniquely yours. You will take home 6 luscious lip balms and 3 pots of ultra moisturizing face, hand and body lotion. Registration fee includes all supplies to make lip balm and moisturizing lotion, however you will need to bring 1 cup glass measuring cup (for lip balm oil blend), 2 cup glass measuring cup (for lotion blend), small whisk or dinner fork for mixing lotion, spatula (heat resistant), old clothes in case of oil splashes, candy thermometer (will be available for $8 on the night of the class if necessary) and paring knife. Optional: lipstick for lip balm color (1 Tbsp.)
Minimum: 4

Date: Thursday, November 18, 2008
Time: 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Cost: $50.00
Instructor: Wendy Davies, Willow Valley Soapworks
Location: Chinook Educational Consortium, Entrance C, 2nd Floor, Room 17
Registration Deadline: Thursday, November 10, 2008
To Register: 562-2853