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| Course Description (Class) | Class End Date/Time | Class Start Date/Time | Hours Per Meeting | Sunday? | Monday? | Tuesday? | Wednesday? | Thursday? | Friday? | Saturday? | In District Cost | Out of District Cost | Training On Demand | Content URL | Session Format | ||
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| Next-Generation Accuplacer | High school students need to contact a career counselor before registering. Once the exam is paid for it is nonrefundable. The Next-Generation Accuplacer is an exam intended to assist in the placement of new full-time students. The tests administered include Reading and Arithmetic. The Reading test assesses the test taker’s ability to derive meaning from a range of texts and to determine the meaning of words and phrases in short and extended contexts. The Arithmetic test focuses on computation, order of operations, estimation and rounding, comparing and ordering values in different formats, and recognizing equivalent values across formats. | 3.0000000000 | false | false | false | false | true | false | false | $10.00 | $10.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Boots to Business (B2B): Introduction to Entrepreneurship | Boots to Business (B2B) is an entrepreneurial education and training program offered by SBA as part of the Boots to Business (B2B) is an entrepreneurial education program offered by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) as part of the Department of Defense Transition Assistance Program (TAP) sponsored locally by Vance Air Force Base’s Military & Family Readiness Center. Active-Duty Service members (including National Guard and Reserve), Veterans of all eras, and spouses are eligible to participate, this two-day, in-person course introduces participants to business ownership, concept development, business planning, and SBA resources, taught by SBA experts and advisors. | 8.0000000000 | false | false | false | false | true | true | false | $0.00 | $0.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Boots to Business (B2B): Introduction to Entrepreneurship | Boots to Business (B2B) is an entrepreneurial education and training program offered by SBA as part of the Boots to Business (B2B) is an entrepreneurial education program offered by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) as part of the Department of Defense Transition Assistance Program (TAP) sponsored locally by Vance Air Force Base’s Military & Family Readiness Center. Active-Duty Service members (including National Guard and Reserve), Veterans of all eras, and spouses are eligible to participate, this two-day, in-person course introduces participants to business ownership, concept development, business planning, and SBA resources, taught by SBA experts and advisors. | 8.0000000000 | false | false | false | false | true | true | false | $0.00 | $0.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| CMA Update | Complete the 8- hour annual training requirement for CMAs. This class will present pertinent information and updates regarding the care of geriatric patients. | 8.0000000000 | false | false | false | false | false | true | false | $75.00 | $150.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Risk Management: Mastering the Known and Navigating the Unknown | In an unpredictable world, effective risk management is essential for success—whether you're running a business, managing a project, or planning your personal goals. This class explores the principles and practices of identifying, assessing, and responding to risks you can control—and preparing for those you can't. Through real-world examples, tools, and frameworks, you'll learn how to create actionable risk plans, build resilience, and make confident decisions under uncertainty. Perfect for professionals, entrepreneurs, and planners of all kinds, this course equips you with the skills to turn risk into opportunity. | 1.0000000000 | false | false | false | false | true | false | false | $0.00 | $0.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Is Business Ownership Right for You? Discover Your Strengths | Thinking about starting a business? This class helps you explore whether entrepreneurship aligns with your strengths, values, and goals. Through guided reflection and practical insights, you’ll gain clarity on what it really takes—and whether it's the right path for you. | 1.0000000000 | false | false | false | false | true | false | false | $0.00 | $0.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Business Credit Demystified: Build It, Grow It, Use It | Strong business credit opens doors to funding, partnerships, and growth—but many entrepreneurs find it confusing or overwhelming. This class breaks it down in simple terms, explaining what business credit is, why it matters, and how to build and maintain it effectively. Perfect for new and growing business owners ready to take control of their financial future. | 1.0000000000 | false | false | false | false | true | false | false | $0.00 | $0.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Business Credit Demystified: Build It, Grow It, Use It | Strong business credit opens doors to funding, partnerships, and growth—but many entrepreneurs find it confusing or overwhelming. This class breaks it down in simple terms, explaining what business credit is, why it matters, and how to build and maintain it effectively. Perfect for new and growing business owners ready to take control of their financial future. | 1.0000000000 | false | false | false | false | true | false | false | $0.00 | $0.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Intro to Canva | Bring your ideas to life with Canva in this beginner-friendly class! You’ll learn how to create vibrant graphics for print and digital projects while exploring tools for layouts, fonts, colors, and images. Perfect for business or personal use, this course will help you design eye-catching flyers, social media posts, and more with ease. | 3.0000000000 | false | true | false | false | false | false | false | $40.00 | $80.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Canva: Intermediate | Take your Canva® skills to the next level in this extended class designed for users with basic experience. You’ll dive into advanced tools and techniques, including typography, color theory, image editing, custom templates, and Canva’s AI features like Magic Write and text-to-image. Along the way, you’ll apply design principles to real-world projects, complete an at-home assignment, and leave with the skills to create polished, professional-quality graphics. | 3.0000000000 | false | true | false | false | false | false | false | $75.00 | $150.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Sublimation Printing: Basics | Discover the art of sublimation printing and learn how to transfer vibrant, high-quality designs onto a variety of different materials! This hands-on course covers the essential equipment, design setup, printing techniques, and heat pressing methods needed to create custom sublimated products. Perfect for beginners looking to start a small business or explore a new creative hobby. | 3.0000000000 | false | false | false | false | true | false | false | $50.00 | $85.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Adobe Express: Basics | Learn the essentials of Adobe Express, a user-friendly design tool for creating eye-catching social media graphics, flyers, and more—no design experience needed! In this hands-on course, you’ll explore the platform, customize templates, edit images and text, and export your designs for personal or professional use. Perfect for beginners looking to enhance their digital content creation skills. | 3.0000000000 | false | false | false | false | true | false | false | $50.00 | $85.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Book It: Online Appointments Using GlossGenius | Take control of your schedule and grow your business with this hands-on class! In just one session, you’ll learn how to set up and manage your GlossGenius account to streamline booking, improve client communication, and reduce no-shows. Perfect for cosmetologists, spa professionals, tattoo artists, and other service providers, this course will help you customize services, organize your calendar, and give clients a professional booking experience. | 3.0000000000 | false | true | false | false | false | false | false | $49.00 | $98.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Makeup 101: Basics | Learn the simple steps to create a polished, everyday makeup look in this practical, do-it-yourself class. Bring your own makeup bag and come with a clean face as we guide you through modern techniques, tools, and trends you can try on yourself during the session. Whether you’re new to makeup or just need a refresher on up-to-date styles, you’ll leave with a routine that feels fresh, natural, and easy to repeat at home. | 3.0000000000 | false | false | false | false | true | false | false | $40.00 | $80.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Makeup 101: Kids | Join us for a fun night teaching your child about natural makeup application. You will learn plenty too! This class will teach you to utilize your makeup in the best light. Bring your makeup bag and learn how to do a natural face application! You'll end with a fun surprise too (Hint: face paint or hair tinsel)! This class is geared towards kids 6-12 and must be accompanied by an adult. | 3.0000000000 | false | false | false | false | true | false | false | $40.00 | $80.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Hair Braiding Basics | Learn how to create beautiful braids that go beyond the basics! In this class, you’ll practice on yourself or a partner as you master classic styles like the three-strand, French, and Dutch braid, along with fresh new trends such as bubble and dragon braids. Whether you’re getting ready for everyday wear, a special event, or just want to try something new, you’ll leave with the skills to braid with style. | 3.0000000000 | false | true | false | false | false | false | false | $40.00 | $80.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Viral Styles: TikTok Hair Hacks | Stay up to date with the latest TikTok-inspired hair trends! In this class, you’ll learn how to style slick backs, create heatless curls, and explore other trending looks making waves online. Perfect for anyone who wants quick, modern styles for everyday wear or special occasions, you’ll leave with fresh techniques you can easily try on your own hair. | 3.0000000000 | false | true | false | false | false | false | false | $40.00 | $80.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Next-Generation Accuplacer | High school students need to contact a career counselor before registering. Once the exam is paid for it is nonrefundable. The Next-Generation Accuplacer is an exam intended to assist in the placement of new full-time students. The tests administered include Reading and Arithmetic. The Reading test assesses the test taker’s ability to derive meaning from a range of texts and to determine the meaning of words and phrases in short and extended contexts. The Arithmetic test focuses on computation, order of operations, estimation and rounding, comparing and ordering values in different formats, and recognizing equivalent values across formats. | 3.0000000000 | false | false | false | false | true | false | false | $10.00 | $10.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Next-Generation Accuplacer | High school students need to contact a career counselor before registering. Once the exam is paid for it is nonrefundable. The Next-Generation Accuplacer is an exam intended to assist in the placement of new full-time students. The tests administered include Reading and Arithmetic. The Reading test assesses the test taker’s ability to derive meaning from a range of texts and to determine the meaning of words and phrases in short and extended contexts. The Arithmetic test focuses on computation, order of operations, estimation and rounding, comparing and ordering values in different formats, and recognizing equivalent values across formats. | 3.0000000000 | false | false | false | false | true | false | false | $10.00 | $10.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Next-Generation Accuplacer | High school students need to contact a career counselor before registering. Once the exam is paid for it is nonrefundable. The Next-Generation Accuplacer is an exam intended to assist in the placement of new full-time students. The tests administered include Reading and Arithmetic. The Reading test assesses the test taker’s ability to derive meaning from a range of texts and to determine the meaning of words and phrases in short and extended contexts. The Arithmetic test focuses on computation, order of operations, estimation and rounding, comparing and ordering values in different formats, and recognizing equivalent values across formats. | 3.0000000000 | false | false | false | false | true | false | false | $10.00 | $10.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Oklahoma Department of Wildlife: Fishing Education (Aquatic Ed) | The Aquatic Resources Education Program (AREP) promotes the sport of fishing and aquatic resource awareness as well as a way to give youth, an opportunity to learn about Oklahoma's aquatic environments and how to fish. Developed in 1988, the program's objectives are: Increase the understanding, appreciation, and awareness of Oklahoma's aquatic resources. Facilitate the learning of angling skills, outdoor ethics, and sport-fishing opportunities in the state. Enhance urban fishing opportunities. Develop Family Fishing Clinics or seminars. Provide information on specialized fishing techniques. Autry Tech in-district students receive enrollment preference and discounts. Total costs and fees will be applied to out-of-district students. | 2.0000000000 | false | false | false | true | false | false | false | $0.00 | $0.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Oklahoma Department of Wildlife: Explore Bowhunting | Beginning in 2010, the Explore Bowhunting curriculum was developed by the Archery Trade Association (ATA) to teach students (aged 11-17) basic skills used to bowhunt. The program not only teaches students how to interact with nature using ageless hunting skills, but it also teaches an appreciation of what is around them and enhances their encounters with the outdoors. As one of the first states to pilot Explore Bowhunting, the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation is excited to coordinate with state schools to conduct the program, particularly as a compliment to the highly successful National Archery In Schools and Oklahoma Hunter Education in the Schools programs. Autry Tech in-district students receive enrollment preference and discounts. Total costs and fees will be applied to out-of-district students. | 2.0000000000 | false | false | false | true | false | false | false | $0.00 | $0.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| School Bus Driver | This training program is designed for individuals who hold a driving permit and are seeking guidance in enhancing their skills for the road test. The curriculum covers vital aspects such as backing, parallel parking, picking up passengers, and other key driving maneuvers necessary to ace the road test. Classes are conducted over the course of 12 hours on Saturdays and Sundays as per schedule. | 12.0000000000 | true | false | false | false | false | false | true | $375.00 | $750.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| School Bus Driver | This training program is designed for individuals who hold a driving permit and are seeking guidance in enhancing their skills for the road test. The curriculum covers vital aspects such as backing, parallel parking, picking up passengers, and other key driving maneuvers necessary to ace the road test. Classes are conducted over the course of 12 hours on Saturdays and Sundays as per schedule. | 12.0000000000 | true | false | false | false | false | false | true | $375.00 | $750.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Wastewater Operator Certification | This two-day course, offered by the Oklahoma Rural Water Association (ORWA), is designed for system operators seeking to obtain their initial State certification in wastewater operations. Training topics include: potable water treatment, DEQ regulations and safety. Participants will receive comprehensive instruction aligned with Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) standards, culminating in DEQ certification testing. Class sizes are limited to 20 students to ensure a focused and effective learning environment. Testing will be conducted on the second day of training and students will have four hours to complete the exam; therefore, class meeting time may extend past 5pm for individual students. Pre-registration is mandatory. Please note: The Oklahoma DEQ requires that all applications and payments for certification classes be received no less than three weeks prior to the exam date (December 22, 2025). Exam fee is $62 paid directly to DEQ. You must register directly through ORWA via the following link: https://orwa.org/events/. Additionally, you must call the ORWA office at (405) 672-8925 to provide the names of attendees. | 9.0000000000 | false | false | false | true | true | false | false | $0.00 | $0.00 | false | In Class | ||||