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Contractors CCB Test Prep
Next live classes:

     July 19 & 20, 2013 (Bend) 
     September 20 & 21 (Bend)
     November 15 & 16 (Redmond) 
     
Online course available between September 30, 2013 - January 1, 2013.  Call (541) 383-7270 for Register Online Now

Meet the CCB education requirement in just two days with one of our live classes. We also offer an online class for your convenience. Both the live and online courses are approved by the Oregon Construction Contractors Board (CCB) and satisfy the educational requirement to become a licensed contractor in Oregon. The Oregon CCB will be notified when you complete the course and are eligible to take the state-mandated test. The registration fee of $305.00 for the live classes includes the required Oregon Contractor's Reference Manual, 10th edition.  If you already have the required manual, please call (541) 383-7270 for more information.

For the $99.00 online course, you will need to call (541) 383-7290 to register. You will also need to order the Oregon Contractor's Reference Manual, 10th edition separately. It can be obtained from Builders Book Depot or by calling 1-800-284-3434. Be sure to order the 10th edition ($42.50 plus shipping). It is also available at the COCC Bookstore.

For general information on the licensing application process State of Oregon CCB    

Workzone Flagger
Prepare to be a flagger for work zone traffic control. Learn the basics of flagging and traffic safety. Participants take an open-book test at the end of class. Upon successful completion, receive Oregon Department of Transportation Credential for flaggers, valid for three years in Oregon, Washington, Idaho and Montana.

Dennis Morris    9:00am-2:00 F            CRN 48271
10/11                Bend CHLAB 301
Cost $79.00      Call (541) 383-7270 or  Register Online Now.

Forklift Operation & Safety
Learn how to operate a forklift safely. Includes video instruction and hands-on experience maneuvering a forklift in practice drills. Upon satisfactory completion, forklift operator certification cards will be mailed. Must bring a valid state driver's license or state ID card to class and be 18 years old. This training can also be delivered at your business and customized to meet your needs.

Floyd Mergel     8:00am-1:00 Sa           CRN  48192
10/5                  Redmond RDM3 306    
Cost $69.00      Call (541) 383-7270 or  Register Online Now.

Pesticide Applicator Courses
These classes are available for 8 hours of recertification credit for Oregon applicators or consultants and 8 hours technical continuing education for landscape contractors through the Oregon LCB. Department of Agriculture exams are offered by COCC's Testing Center (in COCC Barber Library) immediately following each class (5:30-8:30 pm). Bring $25 cash or check payable to COCC Testing Center for test.

 

Pesticide Applicator Laws & Safety

A review of federal and state pesticide laws, regulations and safe use to prepare for the Oregon commercial pesticide certification exam in Laws and Safety.  Required book: Oregon Pesticide Safety Ed Manual (EM 8850).  Advance study materials will be mailed. Registration/refund deadline 11/4 to receive study packet. 
Laurie Gordon    8:00am-5:00 F            CRN   48267
11/15                 Bend BEC 154    
Cost $99.00       Call (541) 383-7270 or  Register Online Now.

Pesticide Applicator-Herbicides Ornamental & Turf

Covers the use of herbicides in the establishment and maintenance of ornamental plants and turf to prepare for the Oregon pesticide certification exam in the Ornamental Turf: Herbicide category. Registration/refund deadline 11/4 to receive pre-study material. Bring a calculator; all materials and books included in course fee. Prerequisite: Pesticide Applicator Laws & Safety License.
Laurie Gordon   8:00am-5:00 Sa             CRN  48266
11/16                Bend PON 102
Cost $99.00      Call (541) 383-7270 or  Register Online Now.                

Pesticide Applicator-Insecticide/Fungicide Ornamental & Turf
Covers the use of insecticides and fungicides in the establishment and maintenance of ornamental plants and turf to prepare for the Oregon pesticide certification exam in the Ornamental Turf: Insecticide and Fungicide category.  Registration/refund deadline 11/11. Advance study materials will be mailed. Bring a calculator; all materials and books included in course fee.  Prerequisite: Pesticide Applicator Laws & Safety License.
Laurie Gordon   8:00am-5:00 F               CRN  48265
11/22                Bend BEC 154
Cost $99.00      Call (541) 383-7270 or  Register Online Now.                

Irrigation Basics - Please check back for availability in Fall 2013
Learn to design, construct, repair and troubleshoot residential irrigation systems. This class covers basic hydraulic theory, how to obtain site information, determine irrigation requirements and water supply, select sprinklers and spacing ranges, and calculate pressure requirements.  Approved for 8 hours of continuing education for landscape contractors through the Oregon LCB. Instructor: John Low.

Native Plant Landscaping - Please check back for availability in Fall 2013
Native vegetation can contribute to a low maintenance landscape. Explore native plant possibilities and develop a list of plants that are suitable for your yard. Your instructor is a licensed landscape contractor with an extensive background in environmental research/management and native plant habitat restoration. Approved for 8 hours of continuing education for landscape contractors through the Oregon LCB.