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Register now for summer classes.
The ACE Classes catalog is available at Fairfax County public libraries, county offices, job-placement centers, and the ACE customer service center.
A PDF of the catalog is available on our Website.
Did you know that parking is free at course locations and there is no difference in tuition for out-of-county residents?
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New courses this summer!
Create Your Small Business Website
Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
Crab Feast
Lift Off with LinkedIn
HTML5 for Mobile Websites and Devices
World Film - Lesser-Known German Masterpieces
Digital Illustration and Design
Keyboarding for Document Production
Summer Italian Luncheon
Micro-fold Metal Corrugation Jewelry
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Instructor Profile
Lanie Martin
Lanie Martin earned her Associate of Applied Science degree from NVCC and passed the state boards to become a Licensed Veterinary Technician in 2001. After earning her associate's degree, Lanie received her bachelor's in biology at George Mason University in 2004. The knowledge and experience Lanie gained from working in two different animal hospitals guided her development of ACE's Veterinary Assistant Program.
This program is a one-of-a-kind in the Northern Virginia area. It provides the basic and necessary information a vet assistant needs when entering the field, and it provides a peek into the veterinary technology program. It also provides the perfect educational foundation for persons interested in animal medicine or rescue. Because of her dedication, many of her students move on to obtain an associate degree in veterinary technology from NVCC.
The Veterinary Assistant Certificate program is a tremendous success largely due to Lanie's knowledge, expertise, and concern for each and every student.
View the summer schedule for veterinary studies and pet care classes.
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Greetings!
It is officially spring, and that means longer days, warmer weather, outdoor gatherings, and hopefully a little more time to enjoy it all.
This edition of ACE On Point spotlights an ESOL student who recently became a U.S. citizen, offers some advice on hiring a pro, and provides some helpful ways to tackle your spring cleaning.
Ahhhh, spring!
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 Spotlight on Luis Sotelo
A New U.S. Citizen
Originally a lawyer from Bolivia,
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Luis Sotelo and Sarah Taylor
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Luis Sotelo came to the United States in 2006. Although well educated, Luis' English skills limited his career options. When he began his studies with ACE's Adult English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) program in 2006, he started at the low-beginning level. He is now studying at the high-intermediate level with his daughter, Natalia.
Luis currently works as a chef at the Army Navy Country Club; he wants to continue taking English classes so he can communicate more effectively at his job. In November 2011, Luis studied diligently to pass the United States citizenship exam; he was motivated to succeed! Luis passed the test, and on December 12, 2011, he was awarded United States citizenship. The staff of the Adult ESOL program is extremely proud of Luis' most recent accomplishment.
Congratulations, Luis Sotelo!
Note: testing for the summer session begins the week of June 19. Get details.
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Leave It to the Professionals
... and how to make certain they really are professionals
Q. What do tattoo artists, real estate agents, auctioneers, architects, boxers, wrestlers, and polygraph examiners all have i n common? A. They are all licensed trades professionals.
Whether you are going in for a new piercing or adding an addition to your home, you may want to visit Virginia's Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation (VDPOR) License Lookup and Disciplinary Actions before pulling out your wallet. VDPOR provides information regarding the licensee, complaint histories, and disciplinary actions involving licensees.
Virginia's state licensing covers many professions and allows you to verify a professional's licensure. It also provides a point of discussion should there be any complaints or disciplinary actions listed.
Caveat emptor!
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Where it can all go
Wikipedia says, "Spring cleaning is the practice of thoroughly cleaning a house in the springtime. However, it has also come to be synonymous with any kind of heavy duty cleaning or organizing enterprise." If you find yourself with piles of sensitive documents, unwanted household cleaning products, or unused electrical devices, consider a trip to one of Fairfax County's upcoming recycling events:
Business Hazardous Waste Clean-up Day
Wednesday, April 4
9 am -2 pm
I-66 Transfer Station, 4618 West Ox Road, Fairfax
Document Shredding
Saturday, April 14 and Saturday, April 28
8 am - noon
West Springfield Government Center, 6140 Rolling Road, Springfield and Fairfax County Government Center, 12000 Government Center Parkway, Fairfax
Electric Sunday
Sunday, April 29
10 am -3 pm
I-66 Transfer Station, 4618 West Ox Road, Fairfax
Need more information? View Fairfax County's Public Works and Environmental Services Events Calendar.
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Children's Book Drive
Area businesses lend their support
ACE is proud to be a donation site for the Greater Springfield  Chamber's Community Affairs Committee Children's Book Drive. To date, employees and visitors have donated hundreds of books at The Plum Center. Additional donation sites are available; the book drive runs through April 6.
If you are looking for additional ways to celebrate your love of reading, consider participating in World Book Night happening April 23.
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