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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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| CDL Truck Driver Training Class A | Go to Central Technology Center's website to sign up for information and to sign up for the class. https://centraltech.edu/truck-driver-training/ The program utilizes classroom instruction, range and road driving, as well as, practical application of skills used in highway driving. You will be prepared to join the trucking industry after 28 days of training. Cost is $4,300.00; tuition assistance, discounts and grants available. Upon successful completion of the class/exams and having met all requirements, students earn: Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Central Tech Truck Driver Training certificate of completion PDTI seal of attainment indicating completion of all standards The state-of-the-art facility has a driving range with more than three miles of paved roadway on 45 acres. The range is equipped with traffic signs, railroad crossing, and skill practice areas designed to allow each student to develop the skills necessary to become proficient in driving today’s tractor trailers. Two students per truck allows each student a minimum of 44 hours of drive time ensuring the ability to develop proficient driving skills including: Control/Vehicle Systems Vehicle Pre-Trip Inspection FMCSA Rules & Regulations Air Brakes Systems Coupling & Uncoupling Various Backing Maneuvers Progressive Shifting Space & Speed Management Compliance Safety & Accountability (CSA) Hours of Service Night Driving | 9 | false | true | true | true | true | true | false | $4300 | $8600 | false | In Class | ||||
| CDL Truck Driver Training Class A | Go to Central Technology Center's website to sign up for information and to sign up for the class. https://centraltech.edu/truck-driver-training/ The program utilizes classroom instruction, range and road driving, as well as, practical application of skills used in highway driving. You will be prepared to join the trucking industry after 28 days of training. Cost is $4,300.00; tuition assistance, discounts and grants available. Upon successful completion of the class/exams and having met all requirements, students earn: Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Central Tech Truck Driver Training certificate of completion PDTI seal of attainment indicating completion of all standards The state-of-the-art facility has a driving range with more than three miles of paved roadway on 45 acres. The range is equipped with traffic signs, railroad crossing, and skill practice areas designed to allow each student to develop the skills necessary to become proficient in driving today’s tractor trailers. Two students per truck allows each student a minimum of 44 hours of drive time ensuring the ability to develop proficient driving skills including: Control/Vehicle Systems Vehicle Pre-Trip Inspection FMCSA Rules & Regulations Air Brakes Systems Coupling & Uncoupling Various Backing Maneuvers Progressive Shifting Space & Speed Management Compliance Safety & Accountability (CSA) Hours of Service Night Driving | 9 | false | true | true | true | true | true | false | $4300 | $8600 | false | In Class | ||||
| Tax Prep for Farmers and Ranchers | Navigating taxes in agriculture requires specialized knowledge. This course is designed to help farmers and ranchers understand the unique tax rules that apply to agricultural businesses. Topics include income reporting, deductible expenses, depreciation of equipment, livestock sales, disaster-related tax provisions, and understanding Schedule F. Whether you’re filing your own taxes or working with a professional, this class will give you the tools to maximize deductions and stay compliant with current tax laws. | 2 | false | false | false | true | false | false | false | $0 | $0 | false | In Class | ||||
| Find Anything in Teams in 30 Seconds or Less | The Productivity Power Series-Lost a file? Can’t find that message? Master Teams’ hidden search tricks, filters, and shortcuts to locate anything — chats, files, people, channels — faster than your next coffee sip. | 2 | false | false | false | true | false | false | false | $29 | $58 | false | In Class | ||||
| Schedule Smarter, Not Harder | The Productivity Power Series-Send messages at 4 AM without waking anyone. Leverage scheduled sends and draft workflows to communicate on your time, respect others’ hours, and boost productivity like a pro. | 2 | false | false | false | true | false | false | false | $29 | $58 | false | In Class | ||||
| Master Microsoft Bookings for Effortless Scheduling | The Productivity Power Series-Stop the back-and-forth. Set up, customize, and automate client or team appointments with Microsoft Bookings — so you spend less time scheduling and more time doing. | 2 | false | false | false | true | false | false | false | $29 | $58 | false | In Class | ||||
| It’s a Different World: Understanding the Impact of the Environment & Ways to Promote Independence | Dementia Dialogues Education Series: The third part of the series will cover addressing environmental challenges and promoting independence for the person living with dementia. In this module, we will cover: environment hazards and strategies to address them, strategies for successful activities of daily living, as well as the benefits of assistive technology and how to locate local programs. Free | 3 | false | false | false | true | false | false | false | $0 | $0 | false | In Class | ||||
| It’s Nothing Personal: Addressing Challenging Behaviors | Dementia Dialogues Education Series: In part four of Dementia Dialogues, we will discuss understanding and responding to dementia-related behavior. Through the course of the program, we will address: common challenging behaviors for people living with dementia, possible causes of challenging behaviors, and identifying effective strategies for minimizing these behaviors. Free | 3 | false | false | false | true | false | false | false | $0 | $0 | false | In Class | ||||
| How and Where to Grow Your Wealth | Join our exclusive class designed to empower families and individuals with the knowledge and tools needed to overcome financial challenges and achieve financial freedom. Learn about essential topics such as budgeting, debt management, building emergency funds, tax-free retirement options, and proper financial protection. Our expert instructors will guide you through financial concepts, introduce you to valuable resources used by the wealthy, and provide personalized financial strategies tailored to your unique goals. Don't miss this opportunity to take control of your financial future and secure a brighter tomorrow. Sign up now and start your journey towards financial success! Free Class | 1 | false | false | false | true | false | false | false | $0 | $0 | false | In Class | ||||
| How and Where to Grow Your Wealth | Join our exclusive class designed to empower families and individuals with the knowledge and tools needed to overcome financial challenges and achieve financial freedom. Learn about essential topics such as budgeting, debt management, building emergency funds, tax-free retirement options, and proper financial protection. Our expert instructors will guide you through financial concepts, introduce you to valuable resources used by the wealthy, and provide personalized financial strategies tailored to your unique goals. Don't miss this opportunity to take control of your financial future and secure a brighter tomorrow. Sign up now and start your journey towards financial success! Free Class | 1 | false | false | false | true | false | false | false | $0 | $0 | false | In Class | ||||
| How and Where to Grow Your Wealth | Join our exclusive class designed to empower families and individuals with the knowledge and tools needed to overcome financial challenges and achieve financial freedom. Learn about essential topics such as budgeting, debt management, building emergency funds, tax-free retirement options, and proper financial protection. Our expert instructors will guide you through financial concepts, introduce you to valuable resources used by the wealthy, and provide personalized financial strategies tailored to your unique goals. Don't miss this opportunity to take control of your financial future and secure a brighter tomorrow. Sign up now and start your journey towards financial success! Free Class | 1 | false | false | false | true | false | false | false | $0 | $0 | false | In Class | ||||
| Excel 2021/365 Level 2 | What is the purpose of Excel Level 2? Level 2 is paced just right with another three days. Not only has level one made us more efficient, it has gotten us ready for advanced data analysis. We are going to learn how to make sense of all that data. In the beginning there were numbers, but the numbers didn’t know where to go. Who would bring madness to the chaos? Students of level 2 will be charged with herding the numbers into neatly designed tables. From those tables, the numbers will be grouped and those groups named. Methods of filtering and sorting abound. You’ll be exposed to new features that enable you to get the numbers just right. We use advanced analysis tools to quickly measure, check or develop metrics for a sample business. Together we explore charts, graphs, style and flair. We cover options to establish, expand or simply keep on brand. Once the data is evaluated and the style is just so, it is time to share it. We’ll learn ways to collaborate with colleagues. We’ll finish with several ways to protect your hard work. This class will cover Excel 2021 LEVEL 2. | 3 | false | true | false | true | false | false | false | $109 | $196 | false | In Class | ||||
| Excel 2021/365 Level 3 | This is the new 2021 syllabus. Build on the skills introduced in Level 2 and help prepare for the Microsoft Excel certification examination. Learn and work with advanced formulas, lookup functions. Learn to import data. export data and query external databases. You will also learn about some of the analytical features of Excel, such as goal seek and solver, and learn to create and run macros to automate redundant tasks in spreadsheets. Import and create a connection to external data, use power pivot and cube functions. | 3 | false | true | false | true | false | false | false | $109 | $196 | false | In Class | ||||
| Using ChatGPT for Excel | This class will introduce you to using ChatGPT to enhance your Excel productivity, automate tasks, and generate formulas and solutions more efficiently. | 2 | false | false | false | true | false | false | false | $39 | $78 | false | In Class | ||||
| Basics of Artificial Intelligence | Explore the fundamentals of AI, discover popular tools and technologies, and learn how to use AI effectively in everyday tasks and work environments. Perfect for beginners! | 3 | false | false | false | true | false | false | false | $49 | $98 | false | In Class | ||||
| Toolbelt Launchpad | If you’re looking for a career that lets you work with your hands, solve real problems, and earn a paycheck. Toolbelt Launchpad is your starting line. Over six fast-paced nights, we’re handing you the keys to the most essential trades in the world. This isn’t a boring lecture; it’s a "test drive" of five high-demand careers, construction, HVAC, welding, auto mechanics, and auto collision. Our goal for you: Walk away with a clear plan, a new skillset, and the confidence to start your career. Stop wondering what’s next. Strap on the belt and find out. | 3 | false | false | true | true | true | false | false | $84 | $168 | false | In Class | ||||
| TIG Welding for Beginners | This 32-hour Beginner TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas) Welding 3G course is designed for individuals seeking to build a strong foundation in TIG welding with a focus on vertical groove (3G) welds. Whether you're an aspiring welder or a hobbyist, this course covers the essentials, including safety protocols, equipment setup, welding techniques, and practical applications. Through hands-on training and guided practice, participants will learn to execute clean and precise welds on various metals, preparing them for certification and further advancement in the welding industry | 4 | false | false | true | true | true | false | false | $359 | $593 | false | In Class | ||||
| Real Estate Pre Licensing | This evening course meets training requirements mandated by the state legislature to qualify individuals to sit for the state licensing exam to become a provisional sales associate as outline by the Oklahoma Real Estate Commission. The Commission approves the curriculum and instructor and all topics are relevant to Oklahoma laws. This will be an evening course that will last 8 weeks. | 3 | false | true | true | true | true | false | false | $799 | $1558 | false | In Class | ||||
| The Power of Two: Using CliftonStrengths® and the 6 Types of Working Genius | Ever wonder why some work energizes you while other tasks drain you—even when you’re good at them? In this engaging one-hour Lunch & Learn, discover how two powerful assessments work together to unlock your full potential. You’ll explore how Gallup’s CliftonStrengths® reveals your natural talents, while Patrick Lencioni’s 6 Types of Working Genius identifies the types of work that give you energy. When combined, these tools provide a powerful roadmap for working smarter, improving collaboration, and maximizing your impact. Walk away with practical insights you can immediately use to better understand your work style, communicate more effectively with your team, and focus your efforts where you naturally thrive. | 1.5 | false | false | false | true | false | false | false | $25 | $50 | false | In Class | ||||
| Paraprofessional Special Ed Certificate Training | This course provides basic competencies to entry-level paraprofessionals who work with students having disabilities in kindergarten through high school special/inclusive classrooms. This 24-hour course is the first step in the process for one to be listed on the State Department of Education's Registry of Paraprofessionals. | 4 | false | false | true | true | true | false | false | $195 | $350 | false | In Class | ||||
| AEMT National Continued Competency Program | The AEMT National Continued Competency Program (NCCP) requires a total of fifty (50) credits of continuing education to recertify. | 4 | false | true | false | true | false | false | false | $75 | $150 | false | In Class | ||||
| EMR National Continued Competency Program | This refresher course is designed to meet the 16 hour requirement for continuing education required to recertify. | 4 | false | true | false | true | false | false | false | $50 | $100 | false | In Class | ||||
| EMT National Continued Competency Program | This course is designed to meet the 40 hours of continuing education for EMT's required to recertify. | 4 | false | true | false | true | false | false | false | $75 | $150 | false | In Class | ||||
| Paramedic National Continued Competency Program | The Paramedic National Continued Competency Program (NCCP) requires a total of sixty (60) credits of continuing education to recertify. | 4 | false | true | false | true | false | false | false | $75 | $150 | false | In Class | ||||
| Emergency Medical Responder | The Emergency Medical Responder is an integral part of the Emergency Medical Services System. The term "first responder" has been applied to the first individual that arrives at the scene regardless of the individual's credentials. This class will provide students with the core knowledge, skills, and attitudes to function in the capacity of a first responder. Each student's first attempt at the certification test is included in the schedule and cost of the course. | 4 | false | true | false | true | false | false | false | $799 | $1353 | false | In Class | ||||