Thanks for the help Captain Brian. I found a VSO class in Houma La. at [U]safetytrainingconsultants.com. [/U]They seemed to have a good selection of class dates.
Also I found a Designated Examiner class in Lafourche, La. at Lafourche Merchant Maritime for $70 bucks,985-5371222.
I hope this is helpful to others who have to pay with their own dime.