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| Class | Course Description (Class) | Last Class Date | Actual 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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| Registering your business with the state: Considerations when deciding how to take the next step | This class will guide you through the essential factors to consider when deciding how to officially establish your business. We’ll explore different business entity types, registration requirements, tax implications, and compliance considerations to help you make an informed decision. Whether you're a new entrepreneur or looking to formalize your existing business, this session will provide the clarity and confidence you need to take the next step. | 1.0000000000 | false | false | true | false | false | false | false | $0.00 | $0.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Quickbooks Online Basics | Quickbooks OnLine is Intuit's accounting software. It is securely based in the cloud and allows your employees to access your business' financial data anytime, anywhere. Join us for a day of training on how to operate the program. | 7.0000000000 | false | false | true | false | false | false | false | $199.00 | $398.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Developing a Business Plan | Learn the eight parts of a business plan and what to consider when writing one. Create a blueprint or first draft of a business plan. This is a free class to the community. | 1.0000000000 | false | false | true | false | false | false | false | $0.00 | $0.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Business Plan Workshop Lunch & Learn | A well-crafted business plan is more than just a document—it’s a roadmap to success. In this class, we’ll cover the key reasons why every business needs a plan and how it can help you set goals, secure funding, and stay on track. Whether you're starting a new venture or refining an existing business, this session will provide the essential steps to create a strong, effective plan. Lunch included in cost. | 1.5000000000 | false | false | true | false | false | false | false | $20.00 | $40.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Effective Resume Writing | Under the guidance of our Career Development Specialist, learn how to transform your resume into a powerful tool that will get you interviews. Join us for a review of industry acknowledged do's and don'ts in resume writing. Students will have an opportunity to sign up for assistance to further develop their resume into a head turning document. | 1.0000000000 | false | false | false | false | true | false | false | $0.00 | $0.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| HR in an Hour: Employment Law Series | This nine-month series meets once a month for a focused, one-hour session covering essential employment laws that impact the workplace. Learn how to navigate HR responsibilities, prevent workplace issues, and ensure compliance with legal standards. If you oversee employees, handle hiring or firing, manage payroll, or maintain employee records, you’re already performing HR duties—whether your title is Office Manager, HR, Accounts Receivable/Payable, or another role. Stay informed, protect your business, and gain confidence in managing workplace policies effectively. | 1.0000000000 | false | false | false | false | true | false | false | $299.00 | $573.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Small Business Financials | Understanding financial statements can help business owners uncover the business successes and help with identifying customer trends. This workshop will not only explain common terms used in financial statements, but also how to interpret the data behind the numbers. This is a free class to the community. | 1.0000000000 | false | false | true | false | false | false | false | $0.00 | $0.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Rank Higher, Grow Faster: SEO Strategies for Small Businesses, Lunch & Learn | Want more customers to find your business online? This class will break down essential SEO (Search Engine Optimization) strategies to help your small business rank higher on Google. Learn how to optimize your website, use keywords effectively, and leverage free tools like Google Business Profile to increase visibility. Whether you're just starting or looking to improve your online presence, this session will give you practical steps to attract more traffic and grow your business faster. Lunch included with enrollment. | 1.5000000000 | false | false | true | false | false | false | false | $20.00 | $40.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Death by Meeting | Today, we’re diving into Death by Meeting, Patrick Lencioni’s game-changing book on transforming meetings from dull and draining to engaging and productive. If you’ve ever felt like meetings are a waste of time—or worse, a source of frustration—you’re not alone. Lencioni offers a fresh perspective on how to structure meetings to drive real results, using storytelling and practical strategies. Grab your lunch, settle in, and let’s explore how we can make meetings something we actually look forward to! | 1.5000000000 | false | false | false | false | true | false | false | $25.00 | $50.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| How Businesses Obtain Credit | Understand the value of creditworthiness, maintaining a good business credit score, and necessary documents for a business loan application. This is a free class for the community. | 1.0000000000 | false | false | true | false | false | false | false | $0.00 | $0.00 | 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. | 3.0000000000 | false | true | true | true | true | false | false | $799.00 | $1558.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Quickbooks Online Basics | Quickbooks OnLine is Intuit's accounting software. It is securely based in the cloud and allows your employees to access your business' financial data anytime, anywhere. Join us for a day of training on how to operate the program. | 7.0000000000 | false | false | false | false | true | false | false | $199.00 | $398.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Interview Skills to Get the Job | Led by our Career Development Specialist, this course will provide instruction for enhancement of interview skills and review answering common questions to ensure confidence during an interview. Appropriate dress, mannnerisms, and approaches for a successful interview will be covered. Each student will have an opportunity to sign up for a mock interview to enhance these skills. | 1.0000000000 | false | false | false | false | true | false | false | $0.00 | $0.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| On the Road to Savings and Investing | Choosing the right investment options can be a pivotal part to your financial plan. In this workshop you will learn to the difference between saving and investing and the potential benefits and drawbacks of each investment. Investor’s risk tolerance, goals and time horizon will also be explained. This is a free class to the community. | 1.0000000000 | false | false | true | false | false | false | false | $0.00 | $0.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| FrontLine Leadership: 10 Part Series | Front Line Leadership is a flexible, 10-module program that provides new and current supervisors and managers with a toolkit of practical communication and employee development tools that reduce conflict, improve employee performance, and enhance team effectiveness. Leaders learn to deliver clear direction, coach employees, and provide effective feedback. The ultimate goal of the training is to enable leaders to create work environments that foster employee engagement, improve performance, and increase employee satisfaction. Modules consists of the following 10 Lessons: 1 - Role of the leader 2 - Managing Different Personalities 3 - Motivating & Engaging Employees 4 - Teamwork & Collaboration 5 - Communication Effectiveness 6 - Managing Performance I 7 - Managing Performance II 8 - Coaching for Commitment 9 - Managing Conflict 10 - Managing Change | 4.0000000000 | false | false | false | true | false | false | false | $795.00 | $1140.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Quickbooks Online: Complete | Since July 31, 2024, Quickbooks no longer sells Desktop versions. QuickBooks Online is a full Cloud solution that can be used on any compatible browser on any computer (PC or Mac), and mobile device. This course covers the features of QuickBooks Online, which is specifically designed to address the accounting needs of professional and field businesses, product sellers, and non-profit organizations. You will benefit most from this course if you want to accomplish basic and intermediate accounting tasks to manage income, expenses, employees, sales transactions, banking, payroll, and reports using QuickBooks Online. | 3.0000000000 | false | true | false | true | false | false | false | $299.00 | $563.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Knowing yourself in business: Working styles, obstacles and more, Lunch & Learn | As part of the CO.STARTERS curriculum, this session helps entrepreneurs gain a deeper understanding of their personal working styles, strengths, and challenges in business. By identifying key obstacles and learning strategies to navigate them, participants will develop greater self-awareness and set themselves up for long-term success. Lunch provided with enrollment. | 1.5000000000 | false | false | false | false | true | false | false | $20.00 | $40.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Ten Important Retirement Planning Steps | Discuss the important considerations as you prepare for retirement. Learn about resources available and how to manage changes in your plan. This is a free class to the community. | 1.0000000000 | false | false | true | false | false | false | false | $0.00 | $0.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Introduction to The 6 Types of Working Genius | Do you feel satisfied, fulfilled, and energized by your work? As professionals, we’ve adapted to be able to do many things and do them well. Sometimes that work leaves us drained, frustrated, and burnt out. Do you ever wonder why? What would it take to have more days that leave us saying, "I love my job"? Join us for this session for a conversation with Lisa White, Training Specialist here at Autry Tech and Certified Facilitator for the Six Types of Working Genius. She’ll talk through the genius types, how each of them is necessary to get things done, how to leverage the geniuses of others, of Working Genius, and how to use this knowledge to impact your life for the better. Assessment is included with session, link will be forwarded to participant before class. | 1.5000000000 | false | false | false | true | false | false | false | $35.00 | $50.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Customer Service and First Impressions That Last | Taught by our Career Development Specialist, students will study tips to overcome the top complaint of industry leaders. This session will cover topics such as answering the phone, the effects of good and bad service, communication, and other ways to make a positive impression that lasts. The course will also briefly review generational differences in the workplace. | 1.0000000000 | false | false | false | false | true | false | false | $0.00 | $0.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Dealing with Difficult People | Based on the works of social psychologists and business consultants, this 3-week workshop offers an opportunity to learn basic reasons that communication difficulties arise and conflict resolution strategies for dealing with those behaviors when they are directed at you. Classroom experiences will help prepare you to use the strategy in the the"real world." | 2.0000000000 | false | true | false | false | false | false | false | $69.00 | $138.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Quickbooks Online Basics | Quickbooks OnLine is Intuit's accounting software. It is securely based in the cloud and allows your employees to access your business' financial data anytime, anywhere. Join us for a day of training on how to operate the program. | 7.0000000000 | false | false | false | false | true | false | false | $199.00 | $398.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle | Today, we’re exploring Burnout by Emily and Amelia Nagoski—a powerful book that unpacks why so many women experience chronic stress and exhaustion, and more importantly, how to break the cycle. This session will dive into the science of stress, the emotional and societal pressures women face, and practical strategies to recover, recharge, and build resilience. So, grab your lunch, take a deep breath, and let’s learn how to move from survival mode to thriving! | 1.5000000000 | false | false | false | false | true | false | false | $25.00 | $50.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Employee Rights in the Workplace | Understanding your rights as an employee will prepare you for a career. This informative class will cover topics including discrimination, harassment, wages, family medical leave, whistle blower protections, and other employment laws that protect you as an employee. Empower yourself with knowledge to foster a fair and respectful work environment. | 1.0000000000 | false | false | false | false | true | false | false | $0.00 | $0.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Employee Rights in the Workplace | Understanding your rights as an employee will prepare you for a career. This informative class will cover topics including discrimination, harassment, wages, family medical leave, whistle blower protections, and other employment laws that protect you as an employee. Empower yourself with knowledge to foster a fair and respectful work environment. | 1.0000000000 | false | true | false | false | false | false | false | $0.00 | $0.00 | false | In Class | ||||