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Spring 2008 Non-Credit Class Schedule


REAL ESTATE
See also BUSINESS for additional real estate classes.

Student Orientation for Non-Credit Real Estate Programs
Bring your questions, meet the instructors and find out more about our programs. Students attending will be able to make a better decision regarding what real estate field is right for them. The orientation will be held at the Matteson Area Center, 4821 Southwick Drive, Matteson. Please call (708) 709-3750 to register.

    Orientation Date: Monday, January 7, 2008    6:00-7:30 p. m.


SALES & BROKERS PRE-LICENSING


PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

Optional broker course with instruction in fundamentals of tenant-management relationships, property modernization, property maintenance, leases, real property insurance, commercial property, industrial property, and advertising. Renting, leasing, rehabilitation, budgeting, marketing, and accounting also are covered. Textbook required. Note: Attendance is mandatory per state regulations.

code:            GSRE-031-MC           
start date:    Mar 06                                  days:        TH
time:              06:00PM-09:00PM            duration:    5 SESSIONS
cost:             $149                                      location:    MAC 118   



REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS

This course introduces the fundamentals of real estate. Topics covered include the nature of real estate and ownership, types of real estate opportunities, real estate financing, marketing, leasing, taxation, insurance development, appraisal, and state licensing laws.  This course fulfills the pre-license education requirement to be eligible for the Illinois Real Estate Salesperson license exam. A textbook is required for the first class and can be purchased at the Prairie State College Bookstore on the main campus in Chicago Heights. Note: Attendance is mandatory per state regulations.

code:             GSRE-071-MC           
start date:    Jan 15                                  days:        TTH
time:              06:00PM-09:00PM            duration:    16 SESSIONS
cost:             $299                                      location:    MAC 118   



ILLINOIS BROKER MANAGEMENT

This is a mandatory 6-hour continuing education course for real estate brokers licensed in the state of Illinois. This course also can be used to satisfy the 6-hours of elective continuing education for real estate salespersons. The learning objectives for this course are as follows: Broker Licensing & Responsibilities, Agency Agreements and Issues, Office Management and Escrow Responsibilities, Risk Reduction, and Disciplinary Actions.

code:             PIBUS-118-MC           
start date:    Feb 18            days:        M
time:             09:00AM-03:30PM            duration:    1 SESSION
cost:             $149                location:    MAC 111   

code:            PIBUS-118-M1           
start date:    Apr 19            days:        S
time:              09:00AM-03:30PM            duration:    1 SESSION
cost:             $149                location:    MAC 108   



REAL ESTATE APPRAISAL PRE-LICENSING



BASIC PRINCIPLES OF APPRAISAL

Formerly IL-II. This course is a comprehensive introduction to the field of property appraisal. This is the first of three required pre-license courses needed to be eligible for the Illinois Associate Appraiser license exam. A textbook is required for the first class, and can be purchased at the Prairie State College Bookstore on the main campus in Chicago Heights. Please note: Attendance is mandatory per state regulations.

code:             GSRE-072-MC           
start date:    Jan 15                                  days:        TTH
time:              07:00PM-09:30PM            duration:    16 SESSIONS
cost:             $229                                      location:    MAC 111   



RESIDENTIAL AND SINGLE FAMILY APPRAISAL
Prerequisite: GSRE 072 - Basic Principles of Appraisal

Formerly IL-III. This course in real estate appraisal methods and procedures gives students a practical foundation for estimating market value by deepening understanding of appraisal theory and developing valuation skills. This is the second of three required pre-license courses needed to be eligible for the Illinois Associate Appraiser license exam. This course uses the same textbook required for GSRE-072. Note: Attendance is mandatory per state regulations.

code:            GSRE-073-MC           
start date:    Mar 25                                  days:        TTH
time:              07:00PM-09:30PM            duration:    16 SESSIONS
cost:             $229                                      location:    MAC 111   



UNIFORM STANDARDS OF PROFESSIONAL APPRAISAL PRACTICE
Prerequisite: GSRE 072 - Basic Principles of Appraisal

Formerly IL-1. This course focuses on requirements for ethical behavior and competent performance by appraisers, as set forth in the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice, or USPAP. The curriculum conforms to the national USPAP 15-hour course as set by The Appraisal Foundation. This is the third of three required pre-license courses needed to be eligible for the Illinois Associate Appraiser license exam, and may be taken after, or concurrent with, GSRE-073. Textbooks are included in the course cost and are distributed at the first class. Note:Attendance is mandatory per state regulations.

code:             GSRE-074-MC           
start date:    Apr 19                                  days:        S
time:             08:00AM-04:30PM            duration:    2 SESSIONS
cost:             $199                                     location:    MAC 111   



GENERAL REAL ESTATE CLASSES


MORTGAGE LOAN OFFICER TRAINING I

This course is designed for individuals seeking or considering a career as a mortgage loan officer. Price includes Qualifier Plus IIIx calculator and study guides for both courses. This course, coupled with Mortgage Loan Officer Training II, prepares students for the state examination.

code:             GSBUS-009-M1           
start date:    Jan 14                                  days:        MW
time:              07:00PM-09:00PM            duration:    10 SESSIONS
cost:              $219                                     location:    MAC 108   

code:             GSBUS-009-M2           
start date:    Feb 26                                  days:        TTH
time:              07:00PM-09:00PM            duration:    10 SESSIONS
cost:              $219                                      location:    MAC 108   



MORTGAGE LOAN OFFICER TRAINING II

This course is an extension of Mortgage Loan Officer Training I. Learn how to adjust to client situations and select the appropriate loan programs to fit the client’s unique situation. A Qualifier Plus IIIx calculator is included in the Level I class cost and is required for Level II. Legal aspects of the business are also discussed. This course, coupled with Mortgage Loan Officer Training I, prepares students for the state examination.

code:             GSBUS-012-M1           
start date:    Jan 15                                  days:        TTH
time:              07:00PM-09:00PM            duration:    10 SESSIONS
cost:              $149                                     location:    MAC 108   

code:            GSBUS-012-M2           
start date:    Feb 25                                 days:        MW
time:             07:00PM-09:00PM            duration:    10 SESSIONS
cost:             $149                                     location:    MAC 108   

code:             GSBUS-012-M3           
start date:    Apr 15                                 days:        TTH
time:             07:00PM-09:00PM            duration:    10 SESSIONS
cost:             $149                                     location:    MAC 108   



HOME INSPECTION

This course is designed to fulfill the Illinois state requirements for pre-license instruction for home inspectors. The class will prepare students to take the state home inspector examination for Illinois. There will be an onsite field day prior to final examination. All applicants for the home inspector license must be at least 21 years of age and must have a high school diploma or GED. Textbooks are included in the course fee and will be distributed at the first class. Note: Attendance is mandatory per state regulations. K-Building is located on the north side of Vollmer Road, behind the car wash. Look for the “Construction Trades” sign on the building.

code:            GSRE-020-PS           
start date:    Feb 25                                 days:        MTH
time:             06:00PM-10:00PM            duration:    20 SESSIONS
cost:            $1450                                    location:    K 115   



BUYING REAL ESTATE FORECLOSURES

A foreclosure is a legal procedure in which property pledged as security is sold to satisfy a debt. This class will cover the different types of foreclosures and how to buy them based on Illinois law.

code:             GSRE-030-MC           
start date:    Mar 01                                  days:        S
time:              09:00AM-12:00PM            duration:    3 SESSIONS
cost:             $79                                        location:    MAC 108   



HOW TO PURCHASE SMALL INCOME PROPERTIES

This class teaches the average investor how to analyze and make good business decisions when purchasing small income properties for rental or “flipping.” It is also helpful for people who do not work in the real estate field.

code:             PIBUS-100-M1           
start date:    Apr 12                                   days:        S
time:              09:00AM-12:00PM            duration:    1 SESSION
cost:             $49                                         location:    MAC 111   




E-mail: Mike Moody
4821 Southwick Dr. Matteson, Illinois 60443 (708) 709-3750
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