Education

Education & Certifications

University of Wisconsin - Stout (2008)
School of Education
Master of Science Degree in Career and Technical Education
Emphasis: Administration
Menomonie, Wisconsin

Designed for teachers, coordinators, and administrators in programs that prepare people for the world
of work, this program prepares individuals for leadership positions in secondary, post-secondary,
community, technical college, higher education, and business and industry.

University of Wisconsin - Stout (2006)
School of Education
Bachelor of Science Degree in Career, Technical Education, and Training
Specialization: Human Resource Management
Menomonie, Wisconsin

Prepares teachers for post-high school settings such as junior colleges, public and private technical
colleges, and industrial training programs. Graduates train and retain adult workers in the critical skills
needed in today's rapidly changing world.

Moraine Park Technical College (2003)
Information Technology Program
Applied Associate of Science Degree in Network Specialist
Fond Du Lac, Wisconsin

Prepares students with the skills and knowledge to provide businesses and organizations with
computer network support, network installation, network, administration, network design and integration.
The network serves as the technological means to store and send vital information and interaction
electronically. Course work also prepares students to acquire industry recognized certification. In order
to better meet corporate demands for information sharing integrated technologies are a major
component of the program.

Moraine Park Technical College (2003)
Information Technology Program
Applied Associate of Science Degree in Technical Support Specialist
Fond Du Lac, Wisconsin

Provides students with the skills to support microcomputer systems and their users in both stand-alone
and network environments. Course work offers both the theoretical and hands-on training to perform a
variety of computer functions such as installing hardware and software, troubleshooting and repairing,
providing computer and system maintenance, manipulating databases, and knowledge of common
software applications to assist others.

It is the supreme art of the teacher
to awaken joy in creative
expression and knowledge.

-- Albert Einstein

Formal Education

Certifications

*Teaching Certifications* *The following certification was awarded by the University of Wisconsin - Stout*
*E-Learning and Online Teaching Certificate* In progress	Certifies the bearer to be highly qualified in the area of e-learning instruction and training. Candidates who complete the five-course graduate certificate will demonstrate the knowledge and skills to effectively teach or train online and serve as leaders in distance learning initiatives.
The following certifications have been awarded by the State of Wisconsin Technical College System Board
*10-154-111 - Computer System Maintenance* Date of Issue: 2/23/2007 Date of Expiration: 8/31/2009	Entitles the bearer to teach post-secondary Computer System Maintenance classes.
*30-105-350 - Intro to Computers* Date of Issue: 4/27/2006 Date of Expiration: 8/31/2009	Entitles the bearer to teach post-secondary Introduction to Computers classes.
*103 - Computer Software* Date of Issue: 3/22/2006 Date of Expiration: 8/31/2009	Entitles the bearer to teach post-secondary computer software classes.
107 - Teacher of Computer Information SystemsDate of Issue: 3/22/2006 Date of Expiration: 8/31/2009	Entitles the bearer to teach post-secondary classes in the computer information systems field of study.
*Technology Certification* *The following certifications have been awards by Moraine Park Technical College*
*Microsoft Office Suite Certificate* *Date of Issue: 5/20/2003*	Students in this certificate series gain knowledge and skills in the following office software: - Windows - Word processing - Database - Spreadsheet - Presentation graphics - Linking and embedding capabilities This provides training in Microsoft Windows operating system, Word, Access, Excel and PowerPoint software packages, as well as includes training in how to integrate the four packages.
*Networking Certificate* *Date of Issue: 05/20/2003*	The Networking Certificate is designed to provide students with basic skills in network design, installation, administration and troubleshooting. The course work helps prepare students for industry network certifications. Emphasis is on practical, hands-on lab work. Course work also provides the information necessary for Comp TIA Network+ certification and either Novell certification or Microsoft certification.
*Course Assessment Certification* *The following certifications have been awards by Quality Matters*
*Applying the Rubric/Peer Reviewer Certification* *Date of Issue: 2009*	This is QM's flagship workshop on the QM Rubric and its use in evaluating online courses. It is intended for a broad audience, including but not limited to faculty, instructional designers, administrators, and adjunct instructors who wish to understand more about the QM process and, perhaps, aspire to become peer reviewers. This online workshop also includes the Peer Reviewer Course (PRC) which specifically addresses the roles and responsibilities of a peer reviewer. It is intended for anyone who wants a detailed understanding of the peer reviewer role. This may include those who intend to serve as trainers and/or reviewers on internal course review teams at their own institution. For those who meet the eligibility requirements and apply, the PRC provides QM peer reviewer certification. Registrants must have successfully completed the Applying the QM Rubric before being eligible to take this course.
*Train the Trainer Certificate* *Date of Issue: 2009*	This workshop extends participants' understanding of the QM Rubric to a level of expertise that will allow them to facilitate the face-to-face APPQMR workshops within their institution. It includes two weeks of course content, an extensive 3-hour conference call in the third week and a culminating assignment in the fourth week. It is intended for a broad audience, including but not limited to faculty, instructional designers, administrators, and adjunct instructors who are interested in acquiring a license to provide the APPQMR workshop in their institutions. Pre-requisiste requirements include the successful completion of the Applying the QM Rubric (APPQMR) and the Peer Reviewer Certification (PRC) workshops. Additionally, independent trainers must be part of a full subscription. Statewide trainers must be appointed by the statewide systems office to act as the statewide trainer.