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Adults Need Practice to Internalize Learning: Adult Learning Principles Series

Free

with Kiki Omoto

Calendar Next available session starts Mar 18, 2026 at 12 pm

Would you like to foster learning spaces that support application to practice? In this session, we will explore and practice strategies such as role playing, reflection, and others that support adults to internalize their learning. Set Two in PPLD. No Age Related Content.

Inclusive Transitions: Assessing Kinder Readiness for Every Child

$20

with Danielle Stamm Thomas

Calendar Next available session starts Mar 19, 2026 at 6 pm

This session will explore strategies for assessing all children for kindergarten readiness and successfully transitioning children from preschool to kindergarten. In particular, we will examine collaborative strategies for children with IFSPs or other support needs to ensure all children arrive ready to kindergarten. Set Two in SN/OA. Preschool.

Alfabetización a través de los idiomas: Apoyando a las familias multilingües (Literacy Across Languages: Supporting Multilingual Families)

$20

with Lorena Rodriguez

Calendar Next available session starts Mar 25, 2026 at 6 pm

Descubre estrategias prácticas para apoyar la alfabetización temprana en familias multilingües durante esta capacitación virtual participativa y reflexiva. Explora prácticas inclusivas, celebra la diversidad lingüística y obtén herramientas para empoderar a las familias en el fomento de la lectura y la escritura en el hogar. Sal con conocimientos prácticos para promover la alfabetización en comunidades culturalmente diversas. Nivel Dos en DIV/FCS. Ningún Contenido de Edad.

Basic Welding

$625

with Tim Schacher

Calendar Next available session starts Mar 30, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 11 weeks
Introduces the operation of equipment and tools used in standard welding and manufacturing shops. Identifies procedures, practices and skills used by welders including commonly used welding machines and the equipment used to cut and finish material. No discounts or waivers.

Phlebotomy

$700

with Mimi Pentz

Calendar Next available session starts Mar 30, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 11 weeks
Provides the knowledge and skills needed for safe and accurate performance of practical phlebotomy, including collection of blood specimens and venipuncture required to become a phlebotomy technician. Covers lab tests, equipment, safety and collection procedures, emergency situations, special populations, and point-of-care testing. Gives hands-on training in phlebotomy procedures, outlined with step-by-step instructions that cover core competencies. Offers clinical scenarios, practice tips, and error prevention, further emphasizing application and practice. With successful completion of NHO 9430 Phlebotomy, and following 100 hours of on-the-job training, students may qualify to take the National Certifying Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science Phlebotomy Examination in pursuit of national certification.

Pottery

$200

with Chris Bolton

Calendar Next available session starts Mar 30, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 10 weeks
2 additional sessions through Apr 1, 2026
Develop or improve your pottery skills by taking this class. Classes are open to all proficiency levels from beginner to advanced with instruction to match your needs. It is a chance to spread your wings and create in clay with instruction in both wheel throwing and hand building with cone 6 clay and glazes. The first bag of clay is included in your tuition. No discounts or waivers.

Graphic Design & Visual Language

$100

with Amie Brittle

Calendar Next available session starts Mar 31, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 5 weeks
This 5-week community education course offers a hands-on introduction to graphic design in a relaxed, studio-style setting. Open to all skill levels, students will create projects while learning core design concepts like color, typography, and composition. Classes meet once a week in the computer lab, where students may use the college’s computers and Adobe software or bring their own laptops (students using personal computers are responsible for providing their own Adobe subscription). The focus is on learning by doing and understanding what makes design work. By the end of the course, students will have a better understanding of graphic design fundamentals, increased confidence using design software, and a more trained artistic perspective that can be applied to personal, professional, or creative projects. Students will also go home with a printed poster they will design over the course of the class.

Pottery - Studio

$150

with Chris Bolton

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 2, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 10 weeks
Must be registered for Pottery as well to take the studio session. Studio time to develop your pottery skills to a new level by taking this class! It’s a chance to spread your wings and create what you want. This class is for beginning to advanced potters and covers levels of hand-building and wheel-throwing technique working with cone 6, mid-range clay and glazes with instruction in both. Clay is not included, but can be purchased from the CGCC Bookstore. No discounts or waivers.




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