PVCC begins registration for Fall semester at Black Mountain

STAFF REPORT ~ 7/27/2011

Fall registration is available for classes at Paradise Valley Community College at Black Mountain, a neighborhood hub for higher education, personal development and career exploration in the northeast Valley.

PVCC at Black Mountain goes beyond offering English and math courses needed to earn a degree or computer classes that helps improve job skills. The college offers many credit and non-credit classes that nurture lifelong learners.

“Learning is experiential, experimental and enlightening through courses in art, astronomy and digital photography; criminal justice and philosophy of religion; Tai Chi or food and nutrition,” said Loretta Mondragon, Black Mountain site coordinator.

PVCC offers courses for learners of all ages, including Early College and dual enrollment programs for high school students, with the latest technology for academic instruction.

The fall 2011 class schedule is online at www.paradisevalley.edu/sc. Register for classes in person at the Black Mountain Campus, 34250 N. 60th St., or register online. Visit the college website at www.paradisevalley.edu/blackmountain or call 602-493-2600 for information about advising, placement testing and new student orientation.

PVCC at Black Mountain partnered with the Foothills Community Foundation and the Desert Foothills YMCA to provide convenient, affordable and lifelong educational and wellness opportunities for residents of Cave Creek, Carefree, north Scottsdale, northeast Phoenix, New River and Anthem.