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What should I and/or my child expect from the course?

Q: Child Care Training Website?
Child Care Training Website?

A: www.myflorida.com/childcare
Visit out website for detailed information about the following child care training topics:
State-Mandated Training Requirements for Child Care Providers.
Training Course Information (schedules, training locations, instructors, and fees).
Competency Exams.
Florida Directo Credential.
Florida School-Age Certification.
Child Development Associate Equivalency (CDAE) and Renewal Programs.
Staff Credential Requirement.
On-line Training Courses.
Individual Training Transcripts.

Q: What are the requirements for notary public courses?
What are the requirements for notary public courses?

A: Required 3-hour course to become legally empowered by the State of Florida to witness signatures and certify a document’s validity.
Materials Needed: Paper and Pencil (All others provided)

Q: Certified Pool Operator
Certified Pool Operator

A: This National Swimming Pool Foundation’s Certified Pool Operator® (CPO®) course teaches pool professionals how to properly maintain their pools in accordance with state regulations and industry standards. This program will teach participants pool maintenance practices to reduce long-term expenses, increase the efficiency of pool systems, and prevent accidents.

Additional Information about this course is available at the National Swimming Pool Foundation www.nspf.org or by calling (719) 540-9119. This course is not intended for persons interested in opening their own pool maintenance company. If you are interested in opening your own pool maintenance company, please contact the Miami Dade Department of Health at (305) 623-3500.

Materials Needed: Paper and Pencil.

Q: Computer Institute: Exams and Fees
Computer Institute: Exams and Fees

A: Currently, we don’t offer or give exams in any of the computer classes.
For computer classes that require examination, student should contact the testing department at any of the MDC campuses or contact other licensed facility.

Class fees don’t cover exam fees!

Q: Computer Institute: Certificates
Computer Institute: Certificates

A: All computer classes offer a Certificate of Completion at the end of the class.
Some certificates are granted base on attendance and participation only, while others are base on final projects.

Q: Computer Institute: Class Requirements
Computer Institute: Class Requirements

A: All students are required to have a MyMDC Account (a free service) before attending any computer classes.

Students can sign up to MyMDC Account by visiting the Computer Courtyards at any of the MDC College campuses.

North Campus Computer Courtyard:
Location: Room 2102
Business Hours:
Monday through Thursday: 7:45 AM – 10:00 PM
Fridays: 7:45 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

If a student wants to take a higher level class without taking the previous level first:
1. Students may register, if they have previous knowledge from previous levels.
2. Students are responsible of choosing the right level.

Q: Computer Institute: Age Requirement
Computer Institute: Age Requirement

A: All computer classes are open to all ages unless stated otherwise.

Many computer classes for kids may be found in the “kids section” at a different time, price, and level.

Also, some classes may required physical and technical advance skills.
For more information, please call Juan Avila at 305.237.8284.

Q: Computer Institute: Books and Supplies
Computer Institute: Books and Supplies

A: If classes REQUIRE students to buy books or supplies, students must purchase book at the North Campus bookstore.

If classes RECOMMEND students to buy books or supplies, it is optional for the student to purchase them.

If classes DO NOT mention books or supplies, the instructor will provide materials to the students as needed.

Q: Competency Exam Scheduling Center
Competency Exam Scheduling Center

A: 1-888-375-EXAM (1-888-375-3926)

Call center operators are available to schedule child care exemption or competency exams for the state-mandated child care training.

Q: Test for Adult Basic Education (TABE)
Test for Adult Basic Education (TABE)

A: Prior to enrollment, you must complete the Test for Adult Basic Education (TABE). To schedule a test date please call (305) 237-1015. For TABE information, please visit: http://www.mdc.edu/north/newstudentcenter/testing.asp

Proof of Florida residency,Goverment/State issued picture ID, social security card, and age waiver (if you are 16-17 yrs of age).

Once you complete the TABE, you can begin the GED preparation courses online or at one of our campuses.

This program is offered to you at no cost, but you may purchase addistional materials to you help prepare for the test.

GED testing fee is $50.00 and there are several testing sites; for locations visit: http://data.fldoe.org/gedsites/.

Q: Child Care Training Information Center
Child Care Training Information Center

A: 1-888-FL-CCTIC (1-888-352-2842)

This team of professional call center specialists will answer questions about state-mandated training, educationl exemptions and staff credential verification requirements.

Q: How to Register for Adult Education?
How to Register for Adult Education?

A: Go to Room 1123, Window # 1, to complete admission procedure form. Social Security card and Florida ID are required.

Go to Room 1160 or Call (305) 237 -1015 to make an appointment for the TABE test.

Documents required for test: a) College Admission - College Student Number. b) Florida Picture ID.

After 3 working days, go in person to Room 1125 for your test results, placement and pre-registration. Please bring in your social security card and Florida ID..

GED Advisement Office
Room 1125
Telephone (305) 237 - 1037 / (305) 237 - 1497

Q: Does MDC offer non-credit courses in traditional classroom settings?
Does MDC offer non-credit courses in traditional classroom settings?

A: We offer many non-credit courses and workshops at several campuses and outreach centers. Click here to search for classroom-based courses in the Community Education department.

Q: Are there other courses offered online that are not listed on this site?
Are there other courses offered online that are not listed on this site?

A: This site contains all the courses offered during a specific term. However, we are constantly adding more online courses to our site, so check back with us often or contact the appropriate course administrator for more information.

Q: Do I get college credit for these courses?
Do I get college credit for these courses?

A: The online courses offered by the Community Education department are non-credit. For a list of MDC's credit courses, click here.

Q: What forms of payment do you accept?
What forms of payment do you accept?

A: We accept Visa and MasterCard credit cards, checks, and money orders. Cash must be paid in person.

Q: I would like to register for an online course. What are the steps?
I would like to register for an online course. What are the steps?

A: First, click on the "Courses/Register" link at the top of any page. Choose a category and then pick a course that interests you. Click the "Register" button below the description of the course. You will be taken to a page that explains the registration process for that course in detail. Please Note: Not all of our courses have the same registration procedures.

Q: What are the requirements for Stock Market courses?
What are the requirements for Stock Market courses?

A: 1-Getting Started In The Stock Market – Part I
This course will help the novice investor understand stocks, bonds, and mutual funds and options.
Materials Needed: Paper and Pencil (All others provided)

2-Making Money In The Stock Market - Part II
How to apply all the information from Part I and make it work!
Materials Needed: Paper and Pencil (All others provided)

Q: What are the requirements for Notary Public CE (Continuing Education)?
What are the requirements for Notary Public CE (Continuing Education)?

A: Updated information for existing Notary (Optional Course - Not Required by State)
Materials Needed: Paper and Pencil (All others provided).

Q: What are the requirements for Signing Agent courses?
What are the requirements for Signing Agent courses?

A: Professional Signing Agents are mobile notaries used by lenders to handle mortgage closings. This course prepares you to become certified by the State of Florida.
Materials Needed: Paper and Pencil (All others provided)

Q: Child Care Credential Unit
Child Care Credential Unit

A: 1-866-320-9710

The child care staff will answer your specific questions about the following Florida child care credentials and renewals:

Director Credential Program (Press 1)
CDAE and Renewal Program (Press 2)
Gold Seal Quality Care Program (Press 3)

Q: Do I have to attend with my soon to be ex-spouse, or can I take the course alone?
Do I have to attend with my soon to be ex-spouse, or can I take the course alone?

A: No you do not have to attend with your soon to be ex-spouse, but if you can do the course together as "co-parents" it would be great.

Q: Do I need any kind of special equipment to take an online class?
Do I need any kind of special equipment to take an online class?

A: All you need is any Internet connection. You can access our site from PCs, Macs, laptops, at work, at home, from a library, from a rented computer at Kinko's, from Internet Cafes, while traveling, in the middle of the night, etc. Some classes have additional requirements. See the online course descriptions at http://ceonline.mdc.edu for specific course details.

Q: Why are only two lessons released per week?
Why are only two lessons released per week?

A: If you move ahead, you don't get to participate in the online discussion feature, practice what you've learned, or let the learning have time to "cook", or settle in. The quality of the course is somewhat compromised if you are drilling through the course content. Remember how much you actually learned when you were "cramming for finals?"

Q: Should I start with one or two online courses per month? How many online courses are too many?
Should I start with one or two online courses per month? How many online courses are too many?

A: We recommend that you start out with only one or two online courses per month, until you get a feel for the pace of these courses and how they work with your own schedule. Although the courses are interactive, they are "print rich" and it's easy to get behind.

Q: How do I find more information about a specific course?
How do I find more information about a specific course?

A: First, choose a topic from the home page on this site. Then click on the class title for course requirements and syllabus. If the syllabus is not available, please send us an e-mail at NCED@mdc.edu

Q: I was able to log in to the first two lessons, but now my access is denied. What's wrong?
I was able to log in to the first two lessons, but now my access is denied. What's wrong?

A: You will be able to access your classroom for the first week free of charge following the start date. If you have not paid by the end of business on the Tuesday following the start date, your classroom access will be temporarily suspended. You will have an additional week to pay and re-enter your classroom. Once payment has been made, access will be reactivated within one business day. Non-payment does not cause the course to be dropped.

Q: I never logged in to my class, do I still have to pay for it?
I never logged in to my class, do I still have to pay for it?

A: Yes. You are responsible for payment, whether or not you participate, unless you drop by the drop date. Non-credit Community Education Online classes may be dropped for a reversal of charges, if they are dropped by the Tuesday following the course start date.

Q: When is payment due?
When is payment due?

A: For online courses classes, full payment is due by the Tuesday following the start date. For online Real Estate classes, full payment is due at the time of registration.

Q: I can register online at MDC - Can I also pay online?
I can register online at MDC - Can I also pay online?

A: Yes! You will need just to click on the Register Now! link, fill it out with your personal, and credit card information.

Q: Certified Personal Trainer
Certified Personal Trainer

A: 32-Hours conducted by the National Strength Professionals Association (NSPA). This program teaches the latest advances in exercise, nutrition, and health while preparing students to take the NSPA National Certification Board Exam for personal training. Additional Information about this course is available at the National Strength Professionals Association, Inc (NSPA), 1 (800) 494-6772.

Materials Needed: Pencil and Paper

Q: What do I do when I receive my certificate?
What do I do when I receive my certificate?

A: Give it to the court or your attorney. We recommend, you keep a copy for your records.

Q: Why won't my Online Course username and password work at the MyMDC log in?
Why won't my Online Course username and password work at the MyMDC log in?

A: Our two online systems are completely independent of each other. Both systems work in partnership to provide you with your online course. You will need a different username for each.

Q: What if my court date is before I take the course?
What if my court date is before I take the course?

A: You can register and pay for the course in advance, show the court you have done so, and then take the course as scheduled.

Q: Can I take the course the same day my child takes it?
Can I take the course the same day my child takes it?

A: Yes, but the KIDS course ends 30 minutes before the parents course, which means someone must be available to the child at that time.

Q: What is the method of payment?
What is the method of payment?

A: The college accepts, cash, check and credit.

Q: How much is the class?
How much is the class?

A: $35 USA dollars.

Q: Can I register and pay the same day of the course?
Can I register and pay the same day of the course?

A: Yes, just make sure you arrive at leat 30 minutes before class starts in order for us to have enough time to register you.

Q: When can I take the course?
When can I take the course?

A: We have the course available year-round on Monday evenings, Wednesday evenings and Saturday Mornings.

Q: When do I receive my certificate?
When do I receive my certificate?

A: After you finish the course.

Q: Corporate Training
Corporate Training

A: If the course area you are interested in is not listed, do not worry. Our programs are tailored to your training and development objectives and requirements. We bring you the most effective and complete solutions with the highest return on your invested dollar.

Q: What should I and/or my child expect from the course?
What should I and/or my child expect from the course?

A: Participants should expect to be informed about the many possitive aspects of co-parenting, pitfalls to avoid, and many helpful hints for the years to come.