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Advanced Beaded Jewelry. Learn to take your jewelry making skills to the next level. Students will learn many techniques including wire wrapping, multiple strand beading, and the use of multiple media to create beautiful jewelry.
Advanced Glass Fusing. Using multiple layers of glass, inclusion of objects, slumping and fusing, students will create glass art utilizing all techniques of fused glass.
Advanced Quilting Techniques. This class is for the experienced quilter. Open lab for completing assignments or individual designs and to work in a self-paced, supportive and creative environment. Teaching staff will assist with ideas, motivation, suggestions and techniques. Prerequisite: four sessions of Quilting 101 or instructor approval. Students purchase own supplies.
Artisan Entrepreneurship. The basics of starting and operating a business, designed to meet the specific needs of the Artisan Business. Traditional business planning, negotiation strategies, communication skills, developing strategic business relationships and creative issues are addressed in the class.
Artist Adventures Camp. Spark your creativity! We will focus on a different artistic medium each day and create projects in drawing, painting, printmaking, collage and sculpture.
Auto Dealer Operators Course. Instruction provided by Virginia Independent Automobile Dealers Association (VIADA). The path to a Dealer-Operator license begins with a required two-day course of study. The course takes the attendee from establishing the dealership under local zoning and Dealer Board requirements, through the sales process with its multitude of forms, laws and regulations, in to a sampling of opening and operating expenses, and ending with a discussion on ethics. The course is open to all existing dealers and their employees.
Ballroom Dancing. Students will learn the basic steps of the waltz, fox trot, swing, rumba, cha-cha, and tango in this refreshing, invigorating, and physically demanding course.
Basic Contractor Licensing. This course is designed to provide a basic look at the Statutes and Regulations that govern contractor licensing in Virginia, to include a review of the different types of licenses available and the qualifications for each: Standards of Practice, Prohibited Acts and How to Avoid Violations of the Regulations.
Basic Glass Fusing. Students will learn the basics of glass fusing. Students will learn to cut glass, select the correct types of glass, and design a project. They will learn how to prepare the molds and kiln for firing as well as the basics of kiln firing. Each student will make several small pieces, such as tiles, coasters and/or sun-catchers.
Beginner Line Dance. This class will introduce the beginner dancer to basic Line dance steps and incorporate those steps into fun, easy dances to a wide variety of music genres. Learn dances to your favorite Pop, Country, Oldies, Show Tunes, etc. Line dance is a proven stress reliever and an excellent way to fit exercise and fitness into your lives.
Beginning Adobe Photoshop. Certified professional photographer Ricky Dawson will demonstrate how to improve the quality of your digital images in Adobe Photoshop. Learn to download digital files by using a card reader instead of the camera cord, and resize images for social media or e-mailing. Simple color correcting will also be explained and lighting the print. Each student will use their own pictures on a jump drive to work with in class.
Beginning Tap Dance. Students will learn basic tap steps and combine them to form dances. No experience necessary. Great way for theater students to add skills to their repertoire! Students must purchase their own tap shoes.
Bookkeeping and Taxes for Creatives. “Are you a right-brained, creative type and “not a numbers person”? This is the class for you! Learn some left-brained tricks to help you make and keep more money doing what you love. What are deductible expenses? Does mileage count? How about deducting part of my house? It’s time to hire an employee, now what? Learn some basic and easy ways to track your expenses, from low- tech to high-tech options.
Boot Camp: Computers for Beginnings. Does your child know more about that computer than you do? Never touched a computer? How about this: “I only know how to turn it on and turn it off!” If either of these descriptions fit you, then we have a class especially for you. Allow us to calm your fears and teach you how the computer can be very useful. You can’t break it! We’ll even introduce you to a few of our friends - Microsoft Office, Internet, and email. They are easier to get to know than you think.
Branding: What Makes You Unique? Do you want your marketing to connect with customers? A crucial step in developing your business is to define your “Unique Value Proposition” targeting your market’s needs/desires, and communicating how you stand out from competitors. Find key words to connect with your audience, then turn them into a foundational statement that will inform your brand, logo, mission, and ignite your marketing.
Cisco Certified Essentials Network Technician, Part 1. In preparation for the CCENT certification, this course provides instruction in the fundamentals of networking environments, the basics of router operations, and basic router configuration.
Cisco Certified Essentials Network Technician, Part 2. In preparation for the CCENT certification, this course provides problem solving experience to supplement instruction in Introductory Routing - Cisco. Pre-requisite: CISCO CCENT Part 1.
Clinical Medical Assistant. This short-term training program prepares students for the National Healthcareer Association Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Exam. The Certified Clinical Medical Assistant is an unlicensed, multi-skilled healthcare practitioner who is competent in both clinical and administrative procedures. As a CCMA you may perform some or all of the following tasks: interview patients, measure and record vital signs, prepare exam rooms, clean and sterilize medical equipment, administer injections, as well as topical or oral medications, perform venipuncture and point-of-care testing. High School diploma or GED required. Tuition includes $105 assessment fee.
Clinical Medical Assistant Internship. This course will provide students with a hands-on experience in a professional setting where they can apply the principles and techniques of Clinical Medical Assistant learned, while completing the training. Will use a checklist of minimum skills that should be observed or practiced over the course of the internship. To be eligible for the internship, students must successfully complete the classroom portion, submit to a thorough background check, drug screening and meet other requirements.
Cooking Around the World Camp. Take your taste buds on a trip around the world! Learn about the cuisine of a different country every day and make delicious meals like pasta from scratch, crepes (thin French pancakes), and more.
Creating Beaded Jewelry. Learn to make jewelry like a professional. Using a variety of tools and techniques, students will design and create wearable works of art.
Creative Writing. Mix real life with your imagination to experiment with a range of fictional writing. Participate in friendly classes that include short lessons with a variety of techniques and examples. Each class session includes time to write, discuss, and share, if you choose. For writers of all levels. Open to teens and adults.
Customer Service for Healthcare, Part 1. Students will gain an understanding of how fundamental customer service principals apply to the healthcare industry and how to deliver exceptional customer service. They will learn how to measure customer satisfaction and how to set expectations and recover lost customers. They will gain insight into generational differences as it may relate to the healthcare environment and have a better self-awareness.
Customer Service for Healthcare, Part 2. A continuation of the first part of this series, this course will develop skills to ensure that patients and customers receive top-quality service. This Service Plus Healthcare Workshop will give your organization the edge it needs—loyal customers who demonstrate “the three Rs” of loyalty: Return to your facility because they view you as their health care provider of choice, Refer others, and Relate to service providers as partners in their care.
Customer Service for Managers. Management’s role is to model the practices that are exemplary for the front line staff. Participants will learn how to define customer service and identify customers. The workshop will also cover the importance of first impressions and perceptions, communication, and dealing with difficult people.
Customer Service Recovery. Using our best communication skills to deal with conflict will result in a stronger organization, a better relationship with your customers, and a team that is dedicated to results. This workshop will focus on strategies to embrace complaints as a way to re-engage customers, empower staff to effectively deal with difficult situations, learn when to say “no” in a respectfully, but authoritative manner, and recognize complaint management as a critical element of your business strategy.
Customer Service: It’s My Pleasure! This 2-hour facilitator led workshop will expose participants to the culture demonstrated at Chick-fil-A Martinsville, where the team members believe in providing guests the best Restaurant experience possible. At Chick-Fil-A they’re committed to providing Second Mile Service and they strive to exceed customer expectations. Get in on the secrets to their ability to provide a unique customer experience.
Customer Service: The Fish! Philosophy. Whether you are on the front-lines or leading the organization, the FISH! Philosophy has something to offer you! Educators, government, hospitality, or industry – this class can help your organization strengthen teamwork, employee retention, customer service, and morale. The FISH! Philosophy taps into the passion, energy and creativity that is already inside each of us. When people choose to bring their best to work, it leads to lasting excellence.
Digital Fundamentals and PLCs. This course covers the fundamentals of digital logic and an introduction to programmable logic controllers (PLCs) in a complex mechatronic system with a focus on the automation system SIMATIC S7-300 and the appropriate programming software STEP7. Using computer simulation, students will learn the role PLCs play within a mechatronic system or subsystem. They will also learn basic elements of PLC functions by writing small programs and testing these programs on an actual system. Students will learn to identify malfunctioning PLCs, as well as to apply troubleshooting strategies to identify and localize problems caused by PLC hardware.
E-Commerce Made Easy. If you’re not selling online, you’re missing out on your share of the cash! Learn how to set up your online store, connect it to your bank, and take your business on the road. We’ll show you how to use systems such as Google, PayPal and Square to quickly set up an e-commerce and fulfillment system that won’t break the bank, and has the added benefit of going everywhere that you go.
Electrical Components. This course covers the basics of electrical components in a complex mechatronic system. Based upon a physical system, students will learn the basic functions and physical properties of electrical components, and the roles they play within the system. Technical documentation such as data sheets, schematics, timing diagrams and system specifications will also be covered. By understanding the complete system, the flow of energy through the system and measurements on the components, students will learn and apply troubleshooting strategies to identify, localize and correct malfunctions. Preventive maintenance and safety issues for electrical components within the system will be discussed.
Electrical Motor Drives. This course introduces advanced operations, set up, programming, and troubleshooting of electronic motor drives that are used for the control of industrial AC motors.
(Electro) Pneumatic and Hydraulic Control Circuits. This course covers the basics of pneumatic, electro pneumatic and hydraulic control circuits in a complex mechatronic system. Students will learn the functions and properties of control elements based upon physical principles, and the roles they play within the system. Technical documentation such as data sheets, circuit diagrams, displacement step diagrams and function charts will also be covered.
Electrical Groundsman Training. PHCC, in partnership with TCR Management Group, offers an Electrical Groundsman training program. Under the supervision of the linemen, a groundsman performs a variety of tasks in the construction, maintenance, and repair of electrical distribution and transmission lines and equipment. Groundsman training is the first step towards a career as an Electrical Lineman. HS diploma or GED not required. Certifications earned: OSHA 10 T&D, Basic Work Zone, Flagging, and CPR/First Aid. Preparation for the CDL Class A learners permit included. TCR, boasting an 85% job placement rate, offers job placement assistance for students who successfully complete the training and pass exams.
English Language Literacy. This course provides basic integrated reading and writing instruction for students who require extensive preparation to succeed in college-level English courses. Students will place into this course based on placement test score. Upon successful completion and faculty recommendation, students retest the Virginia Placement Test (VPT) to determine their English placement.
Fab Lab 3D printing. The class will educate the student in using 3d design programs like 123D Design to produce 3d models to print out on the 3d printer. Students will also learn the basics on small 3d printers.
Fab Lab Innovation Camp. During this four-day camp, students will learn to conceptualize, design, and prototype ideas for new products. Students will use various Fabrication Lab equipment including plasma cutters, laser cutters, 3D printers, and more to manufacture their ideas. Students will design and produce a variety of projects to take home, like t-shirts, stickers, and 3D- printed objects.
Floor Loom Weaving. This class introduces students to principles and techniques of floor loom weaving, including warp preparation, dressing the loom, pattern drafting, and basic loom-controlled and weaver-controlled weaves. Emphasis will be on developing a personal approach to fiber media. Offered at the Reynolds Homestead.
Fab Lab CNC Laser. This class will educate the student in using Inkscape to design files for projects. The student will be trained on using the Universal Laser to create projects with the lasered designs like hinged boxes, ornamentals and veneers.
Fab Lab CNC Mill. The class will educate the student in using 3d design programs like 123D Design to produce 3d models to be cut out on a CNC Mill. These projects will be carved pieces like negative molds to cast.
Fab Lab Vinyl Cutter. This class will educate the student in using Inkscape to design files for projects. The student will be trained on using the Roland vinyl cutter to create projects with the vinyl designs like signage, etching and stenciling.
Glass Art Camp. Come explore the world of glass art! Students will explore a wide range of glass art techniques, including the safe use of tools and the basics of cutting glass. Throughout the week, students will create several beautiful and functional pieces.
Health Care Technician I. Teaches basic care skills with emphasis on physical, social, emotional, and spiritual needs of patients. Covers procedures, communications and interpersonal relations; observations, charting and reporting; care planning, safety and infection control; anatomy and physiology, nutrition and patient feeding; ethics, death and dying. Prepares multi- skilled health care workers to care for patients of various ages with special emphasis on geriatric nursing, home health, and long and short-term care facilities.
Health Care Technician II. Applies theory through laboratory experience for health care technicians to work in home health, long and short-term facilities. Prerequisite: successful completion of Health Care Technician I.
How to Buy a Computer. Shopping for technology can be intimidating even for the savviest of shoppers with all the features, packages, and price ranges. Decisions, decisions. Should you choose a PC or a laptop? Do you prefer the convenience of access while on-the-go or will you use the computer in a comfortable place in the home. In this workshop, discover which features are most important to consider to find the best technology for your needs.
How to Make Almost Anything. This class will teach students how to use free software like 123d Design, Sculptris and Inkscape to design. Students will then learn how to use the cnc vinyl cutter, cnc laser, cnc mill and the 3D printer to make their designs.
Intermediate Adobe Photoshop. Certified professional photographer Ricky Dawson will demonstrate how to make a collage of photos by using the different features in Adobe Photoshop. The photos will be combined using layers so any correction can be made without starting over. Different type styles and other effects will also be added to personalize. Each student will use their own pictures on a jump drive to work with in class.
Intermediate Fine Woodworking. Have a woodworking project in mind, let our instructor, Burr Fox, help guide you with your project! Class is for students with some woodworking experience.
Intermediate Nuts and Bolts of Your Digital Camera. Certified professional photographer Ricky Dawson will help students gain understanding of how to use their digital camera’s advanced menus and settings. Move to automatic to learn how the dials can improve your photos. Each student should bring their own digital camera and owner’s manual.
Intermediate Stained Glass. This class explores the history and techniques of stained glass. Students will produce stained glass samples using traditional joining techniques.
Intermediate Woodturning. The student will be introduced to the turning of hollow forms, elements of design and form for artistic merit. The student will be given the opportunity to explore the various types of wood medium to produce a viable creation of wood.
Introduction to Fab Lab. Students will learn digital fabrication and advanced manufacturing skills to help produce a personal manufactured product. The students will learn open sourced software on the computer workstations, then create, design and send files to machines to make the design a reality.
Introduction to Fine Woodworking. Students learn about wood as a medium for realizing their designs. Topics include the milling technique, mortise and tenor joinery, surface preparations, and application of finishes. Students learn safe use of the radial saw, jointer, planer, table saw, band saw, drill press, horizontal boring machine and router.
Introduction to Hand-Building Pottery. Students will be introduced to the fundamental concepts and skills related to hand crafted hand-built pottery. Students will develop the ability to produce sound work and will learn the basic glazing techniques.
Introduction to Microsoft Windows. If you’ve recently purchased a computer, or if you aren’t familiar with your computer’s operating system, this course is for you! In this course, students will gain “hands-on” experience using computers and software, including how to operate a computer, common terminology, and the various elements of the windows operating system.
Introduction to Stained Glass. Explores the history and techniques of stained glass. Produces stained glass samples using traditional joining techniques.
Introduction to Woodturning. The student will be introduced to the turning of hollow forms, elements of design and form for artistic merit. The student will be given the opportunity to explore the various types of wood medium to produce a viable creation of wood.
Job Readiness. This course will provide students with an understanding of what it means to be ready for work. The student will also be able to write an effective resume, complete a job application and hone their interview skills. Students will understand how to develop short and long term employment goals and how to use training and feedback opportunities to advance their career. Student has the opportunity to earn the National Career Readiness Certificate by scoring at least a 3 on the WorkKeys assessments for Locating Information, Applied Math and Reading for Information.
Junior Top Chef Desserts Camp. Got a sweet tooth? Chef Colleen of Uptown Sweets will teach you to make a variety of delicious desserts and decorate them with flair.
Line Dance Level II. This class is designed for the dancer who has command of basic beginner steps and wants to learn dances that are a bit more challenging. Prior completion of Beginner Line Dance is required, or may enroll with instructor approval. Have fun dancing to a variety of music genres while improving your strength, stamina, and overall health.
Lunch and Learn @ Fab Lab 3D Printing. The class will educate the student in using 3d design programs like 123D Design to produce 3d models to print out on the 3d printer. Students will also learn the basics on small 3d printers.
Lunch and Learn @ Fab Lab CNC Laser. This class will educate the student in using Inkscape to design files for projects. The student will be trained on using the Universal Laser to create projects with the lasered designs like hinged boxes, ornamentals and veneers.
Lunch and Learn @ Fab Lab CNC Mill/Molds. The class will educate the student in using 3d design programs like 123D Design to produce 3d models to be cut out on a CNC Mill. These projects will be carved pieces like negative molds to cast.
Lunch and Learn @ Fab Lab Vinyl Cutter. This class will educate the student in using Inkscape to design files for projects. The student will be trained on using the Roland vinyl cutter to create projects with the vinyl designs like signage, etching and stenciling.
Maker Monday: Hack Your Garden! The attendees will get freebies and learn how to program garden activities with a raspberry pi or Arduino.
Maker Monday: Make Your Pet Tag! Attendees will be able to design and make a pet tag.
Maker Monday: Raspberry Pi / Arduino Projects. Learn how to code for Raspberry pi and Arduino.
Maker Monday: Robotics. Attendees will learn how to program robotic applications for home use.
Management Boot Camp: From Good to Great! A good employee is valuable to any organization. Often a GOOD employee is the person who takes initiative, meets goals and deadlines, comes early and stays late, and does whatever is needed to drive results. When promotion opportunities arise, the company has no hesitation in making the GOOD employee the newest leader/manager/supervisor but they don’t always provide the resources and training the GOOD employee needs to be able to provide effective management for the business.
Math Refresher. The student will add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers. The student will round and estimate whole numbers to the nearest given place value. The student will solve contextual problems using whole numbers, including finding perimeter and area. The student will use exponent rules and the order of operations to simplify expressions. All student learning outcomes for this unit must be completed without the use of a calculator.
Mechanical Components and Electrical Drives. This course covers the basics of mechanical components and electrical drives in a complex mechatronic system. Based upon a physical system, students will learn the basic functions and physical properties of mechanical components as well as electrical drives (AC and DC), and the roles they play within the system. They will also learn about mechanical components which lead and support the energy through a mechanical system to increase efficiency and reduce wear and tear. Materials, lubrication requirements and surface properties will be examined.
Microsoft Access. Let’s start by learning when to use Access and when to use Excel. This course helps you answer that essential question so you don’t set off in the wrong direction. Then you’re ready for the foundation of your database - learn to create tables and progress to creating queries, forms, and reports, using the latest version of Microsoft Access.
Microsoft Excel. Are you trying to keep your household or are you a business owner relying on Excel to keep your organization thriving? You will learn the techniques in this workshop that will make your job easier. You’ll start with the essential skills of spreadsheet creation: how to create a workbook, enter and edit text and numbers, and add rows or columns. You will progress to creating a chart and making changes to a chart after you create it, using the latest version of Microsoft Excel.
Microsoft Excel Advanced. Have you ever wished there was a class for proficient users of Microsoft Excel? Where you can learn how to do specific tasks related to your job, or your needs? For instance: financial functions, tables, conditional formatting, creating templates, and linking worksheets and charts to a Word document, using the latest version of Excel. Caution: This course is not for the beginner! When you pre- register for the course, please inform the PHCC staff of two tasks you want to learn in this 6 hour workshop. Based on the responses of the participants, the instructor will plan a workshop that teaches those tasks.
Microsoft Excel Intermediate. This workshop assumes each student has a basic working knowledge of Microsoft Excel. If the student has recently completed the beginner workshop and wants to take their skills to the next level, then this workshop is for you! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how easy it is to create macros that let you manipulate data with the push of a button, using the latest version of Microsoft Excel. And you’ll set yourself apart from the casual Excel user by adding VLOOKUP, INDEX & MATCH, and Excel’s other time-saving functions to your repertoire.
Microsoft PowerPoint. In this workshop, you will start with the steps to create a slide show, start to finish, using the latest version of PowerPoint. But you will soon discover many ways to add flair to your presentation. You will learn how to create visual appeal out of text and other information like tables, Excel charts, your digital photos, sound, narration, and videos like You Tubes.
Microsoft Word. This workshop will begin with the basics of the latest version of this very popular word processing program. Participants will learn how to use Microsoft Word to create their first document, edit text, and make that original document look great. The instructor will introduce templates and how you can format your document with styles; decorate the document with backgrounds, borders, and text effects; and insert tables. Before the end of the workshop, you will also learn how to use mail merge, revise documents and track changes, and other tasks Word makes simple to do.
Microsoft Word Advanced. Have you ever wished there was a class for proficient users of Microsoft Word? Where you can learn how to do specific tasks related to your job, or your needs? For instance: Word features used to prepare a document for distribution, creating forms, advanced mail merge features, collaborating changes with other users, or creating a webpage using the latest version of Microsoft Word. Caution: This class is not for the beginner! When you pre- register for the course, you must inform the PHCC staff of two tasks you want to learn in this 6 hour workshop. Based on the responses of the participants, the instructor will plan a workshop that teaches those tasks. The class seating is limited, and granted to students in the order that the payment and registration is received.
Microsoft Word Intermediate. Microsoft Word is a powerful and popular program, yet most people use only a fraction of its features. This workshop assumes each student has a basic working knowledge of Microsoft Word. If the student has recently completed the beginner workshop and wants to learn more, then this workshop is for you. We’ll cover how to use Word as a simple desktop publishing program to create signs, flyers, menus, brochures, and even newsletters. You’ll learn how to insert different types of graphics in a document including digital photographs from your own camera, clip art images provided by Microsoft, and different types of charts such as bar, line, or pie charts, using the latest version of Microsoft Word.
Minecraft Makers Camp. Design your world in Minecraft and 3d print, laser cut and build your characters out in real life using various Fab Lab equipment including laser cutters, 3d printers, and more to manufacture their ideas.
Motor Controls. This course instruction will include troubleshooting and servicing electrical controls, electric motors, motor controls, motor starters, relays, overloads, instruments and control circuits.
Motorcycle 3-Wheel Basic Rider Course (3WBRC) This course is designed to teach the novice or experienced sidecar or trike rider the skills necessary to safely operate a three-wheeled vehicle on the street, even if you have never ridden any kind of motorcycle. The 16-hour course takes the rider through the basics of motorcycle operation (controls are much the same as a two wheeled motorcycle), effective braking, turning skills and obstacle avoidance, as well as safe riding strategies. The course consists of both classroom instruction and hands-on riding instruction. All riding is done on a closed course. Rider Coaches have been trained and certified by the Motorcycle Safety Foundation. Motorcycles will be provided or participants can use their own.
Motorcycle Basic Rider Course. This course provides classroom and actual motorcycle operator training in a controlled environment. Riders learn basic skills of motorcycle operation, effective braking and obstacle avoidance, as well as safe riding strategies. This course prepares the rider for state licensing.
Motorcycle Basic Rider Course 2 (BRC2) This course is designed to assist licensed riders in improving their skills and to provide a safe environment for them to expand the limits of their abilities. The course includes a brief review of basic skills, critical advanced turning and braking skills, as well as counter steering and obstacle avoidance. Student is expected to provide their own motorcycle. The course is informative, enjoyable and valuable. We recommend that riders refresh and hone their riding skills every year with a BRC2.
MSSC CPT: Maintenance Awareness. This module focuses on skills necessary for production workers to: perform preventive maintenance; monitor indicators for correct operation; recognize possible maintenance issues with electrical, pneumatic, lubrication, automation, hydraulic, and couplings.
MSSC CPT: Manufacturing Processes and Production. This module focuses on skills necessary for production workers to: identify needed resources; coordinate work flow; perform and monitor process; and document product & process.
MSSC CPT: Quality Practices & Measurement. This module focuses on skills necessary for production workers to: read and interpret prints; compare measurements to prints; document quality problems; and suggest ideas for continuous improvement.
MSSC CPT: Safety. This module provides baseline knowledge and skills needed to maintain a safe and productive work environment and ensure the safe use of equipment for production workers.
Nuts and Bolts of Your Digital Camera. Do you have a digital camera but not sure what all of those buttons mean? This class will help you understand your camera by learning how the menu and buttons affect your camera and images. Students will also learn how to improve the quality of their images. Students will need to bring their own camera and manual.
Open Glass Studio. Open lab for completing assignments or individual designs and to work in a self-paced, supportive and creative environment. Teaching staff will meet with students on a pre-determined schedule to assist with ideas, motivation, suggestions and techniques.
Open Jewelry Studio. Supervised lab time for completing projects and independent study.
Open Pottery Studio. Open lab for completing assignments or individual designs and to work in a self-paced, supportive and creative environment. Teaching staff will meet with students on a pre-determined schedule to assist with ideas, motivation, suggestions and techniques.
Open Woodworking Studio. Open lab for completing assignments or individual designs and to work in a self-paced, supportive and creative environment. Teaching staff will meet with students on a pre-determined schedule to assist with ideas, motivation, suggestions and techniques.
OSHA 10. The 10-Hour Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Outreach Training Program for General Industry program is targeted to entry level workers and covers general industry safety and health hazards which may be encountered. Required in 7 hours of the training are an Introduction to OSHA, Walking and Working Surfaces, Emergency Action Plans and Fire Prevention/Protection, Electrical Safety, Personal Protective Equipment, and Hazard Communication. At least two additional topics from a list of electives will be covered for a total of ten (10) training hours. Participants will receive: Instruction from authorized OSHA Outreach trainers and a Certification card upon successful completion of training and final exam. OSHA student completion cards do not expire per OSHA requirements.
OSHA 30. This 30-hour Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Outreach Training Program for General Industry is targeted to supervisors or workers with some safety responsibility. Through this training, OSHA helps to ensure that workers are more knowledgeable about workplace hazards and their rights, and contribute to our nation’s productivity.
Phlebotomy Technician Program. This short-term training program introduces students to basic medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, components of health care delivery and clinical laboratory structure. Students learn techniques of specimen collection, specimen handling, and patient interactions. Upon successful completion of the program, students will be eligible to sit for the National Healthcareer Association Phlebotomy Technician Exam. High School diploma or GED required. Tuition includes $105 assessment fee.
Phlebotomy Technician Internship. This course will provide students with a hands-on experience in a professional setting where they can apply the principles and techniques learned in the Clinical Medical Assistant program. The student will use a checklist of minimum skills that should be observed or practiced over the course of the internship. The student will perform a minimum of 30 venipuncture and 10 capillary sticks on live individuals. To be eligible for the internship, students must successfully complete the classroom portion, submit to a thorough background check and drug screening, and meet other requirements.
Photography Camp. Are you addicted to Instagram? Obsessed with selfies? Take your digital photo skills to the next level with lessons from a certified professional photographer as you walk along the scenic uptown streets and trails of Martinsville. Students will learn to use a digital camera and will be introduced to Adobe Photoshop for editing and creating a photo collage.
Plus 50: Beginning Computer, Part 1. This class is designed for the 50+ student. This course is designed to take away the fear and uncertainty of using the computer. Students will learn about computer systems, their components and the different types of electronic communications. They will gain experience with email, web browsers and the different types of websites. The keyboarding component will include the layout of the keyboard, placement of their fingers on the home keys and the uses of the function keys will be included.
Plus 50: Beginning Computer, Part II. This class is designed for the 50+ student. Topics introduced in this class are broken into three areas: Keyboarding includes a review of the touch method of keying letters. Use of Functions keys and number pad will also be covered; Computing Fundamentals introduces computer concepts on topics such as maintenance, terminology, using a jump drive to create folders and store files and operating systems; Internet and E-mail will continue with more basic concepts of the Internet and searching topics. Students will practice attaching documents, saving attachments, reply and forward email and netiquette rules. Other topics to be covered will be computer viruses and other security measures.
Plus 50: Beginning Computer, Part III. This class is designed for the 50+ student. Students will be introduced to Microsoft Word and will create documents, use Wordwrap, changing margins, and learn when to use the enter key. Students will learn how to navigate documents with arrow keys, the CTRL + Home and CTRL + End keys. Backspace and Delete keys will also be discussed. Editing text and documents, using the home ribbon, applying backgrounds and borders and creating tables will be covered.
Quilting 101. This class is for those students who want to learn how to start and finish a quilt and learn new tips and tricks for piecing, hand sewing and machine quilting. Students will complete a sampler project to show off their new skills. Supply list will be available upon registration.
ServSafe Manager’s Certification. This course meets the requirements for certification. Most food service facilities are required to have a Certified Food Service Manager on duty at least eight hours of the operational day. Students successfully completing this course should register with the Health Department to receive a Food Service Manager’s Certificate, which is valid for three years.
Spanish for Medical Professionals I. Introduces Spanish to those in the healthcare professions. Emphasizes oral communication, cultural awareness, and practical medical vocabulary. May include oral drill and practice.
Spanish for Medical Professionals II. This course is a second part of the introduction to Spanish for those in the healthcare professions. Emphasizes vocabulary, conversational Spanish, and cultural appreciation.
Star Wars: May the Fab Be With You! Star Wars Day attendees will get to make Star Wars related objects like lightsabers and costumes.
Surface Decoration & Glazing. In this class students will learn several finishing techniques used in ceramics, for both functional food safe pottery, as well as decorative work. Students will also learn how to add texture to raw clay using tools and slip carving. Students will also glaze their pieces.
Texturizing and Stamping Metal Jewelry. Personalized jewelry is all the craze! During this class students will learn various techniques to texturize and customized metal. Students will create earrings, charms, necklaces and more.
Tradesman license renewal course. Covers new definitions, code changes, general requirements, impacts on the job, general use and special equipment included in the respective codes.
The Art of Chocolate. Perfect for the chocolate lover: Learn the art of tasting dark chocolates from around the world as you learn about their origins, then learn to temper chocolate and make your own bars! Taught by chocolatier Jason Worley.
Veterinary Assistant Program. This short-term training program presents basic information about general and veterinary management of small domestic animals, especially dogs and cats. Course objectives include: animal and human safety, animal restraint, nutrition, common diseases, medical terminology, medical history, and administrative duties related to maintaining an efficient front office.
Veterinary Assistant Internship. This course will provide students with a hands-on experience in a professional setting where they can apply the principles and techniques learned in the veterinary assistant program. The student will use a checklist of minimum skills that should be observed or practiced over the course of the internship. To be eligible for the internship, students must successfully complete the classroom portion, submit to a thorough background check and drug screening, and meet other requirements.
Wheel Thrown Pottery. Come and learn the fine art of wheel thrown ceramics! Beginning students will learn basic throwing technique, with a focus on centering, making cylinders, bowls and perhaps your first teapot. We will discuss various throwing methods, wheel trimming, and adding handles, lids etc. The class is also open to students with some wheel-throwing experience who would like to continue developing their skills.
Working with Precious Metal Clay (PMC). Precious Metal Clay (PMC) is copper in a workable clay-like form. In this workshop you will learn the steps to successfully work with PMC. Students will also learn the proper use of tools; mold making techniques to create textures; firing techniques, and finishing techniques. Students will complete several pieces of jewelry during the class.
Write What You Know: Fiction Writing. You KNOW you have something you want to say. Try out various approaches to help you discover topics you care about, which you’ll shape into writing that reveals, informs, and entertains. Participate in friendly classes that include short lessons with a variety of techniques and examples. Each class session includes time to write, discuss, and share, if you choose. For writers of all levels. Open to teens and adults.
Your Experiences Matter: Personal Narrative Non-Fiction. Join us weekly for an evening of inspiration, discussion and writing as we experiment with various easy, fun approaches to writing creative nonfiction, fiction, and poetry! Open to teens and adults. For writers of all levels.
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