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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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| Intro to CNC: Aspire Software | This training includes a FREE month membership to the McCullough Lab at a $50 value. Students will learn to utilize the Aspire Software for the CNC Router. The class will include a hands-on project that students will be able to take home at the end. Students will needs to bring or purchase materials for their specific project. | 3.0000000000 | false | false | true | false | false | false | false | $250.00 | $500.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Effective Communication Techniques for Family Caregivers | This class is designed to equip family caregivers with practical communication strategies to effectively handle situations where a care receiver or family member is upset or angry. Participants will learn how to stay calm, de-escalate emotional conflicts, and foster constructive conversations that promote understanding and cooperation. This course is ideal for family caregivers seeking to improve their communication skills in challenging caregiving environments. This is a free class to the community. | 2.0000000000 | false | false | false | true | false | false | false | $0.00 | $0.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Understanding and Managing Sundowning | This class is designed to equip caregivers with the knowledge and practical strategies to understand and manage sundowning behaviors in individuals with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. Participants will learn the causes of sundowning, how to recognize its symptoms, and effective techniques to reduce anxiety, agitation, and confusion in the late afternoon and evening hours. Through interactive discussions and real-life examples, caregivers will gain tools to create a calmer, safer environment, improve their loved ones’ comfort, and manage their own stress during challenging times. This is a free class | 2.0000000000 | false | false | false | true | false | false | false | $0.00 | $0.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Navigating Medicare Open Enrollment | This class is designed to help caregivers and beneficiaries understand the complexities of Medicare Open Enrollment, including the differences between Traditional Medicare and Medicare Advantage plans. Participants will learn how to evaluate their options, explore the benefits of Extra Help programs for those with limited income, and understand how these plans impact healthcare coverage. With expert guidance, attendees will be empowered to make informed decisions during the Open Enrollment period and ensure they select the best plan to meet their needs. Whether new to Medicare or seeking to optimize your current coverage, this class will provide the essential knowledge and tools to navigate the process with confidence. This is a Free Class | 2.0000000000 | false | false | false | true | false | false | false | $0.00 | $0.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Managing Holiday Stress | The holiday season can be particularly challenging for caregivers, with increased responsibilities and emotional stress. This class provides caregivers with practical strategies to reduce stress, set realistic expectations, and prioritize self-care during the holidays. Learn how to manage time effectively, navigate family dynamics, and create a holiday environment that honors both the caregiver’s needs and their loved one’s comfort. Through thoughtful tips and stress-reducing techniques, caregivers will discover how to embrace the season with more joy and less stress, ensuring a more peaceful and fulfilling holiday experience. This is a free class | 2.0000000000 | false | false | false | true | false | false | false | $0.00 | $0.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Handling Combative and Difficult Behaviors in Dementia and Alzheimers Care | This class focuses on equipping caregivers with the skills to manage combative or difficult behaviors in individuals with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. Caregivers will learn to identify the triggers behind aggressive or resistant actions, understand the emotional and cognitive challenges at play, and explore strategies for de-escalating conflicts in a compassionate and effective manner. The class will cover techniques such as calm communication, distraction, redirection, and setting appropriate boundaries, helping caregivers respond to difficult situations with confidence and empathy. Attendees will also have the opportunity to discuss real-life scenarios and gain support from others facing similar challenges. This is a free class | 2.0000000000 | false | false | false | true | 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 | ||||
| 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. | 3.0000000000 | false | false | false | true | false | false | false | $0.00 | $0.00 | 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. | 2.0000000000 | false | true | false | false | false | false | false | $39.00 | $78.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Using ChatGPT for Writing | Learn how to leverage ChatGPT for improving your writing process, enhancing creativity, generating content, and refining drafts. | 2.0000000000 | false | true | false | false | false | false | false | $39.00 | $78.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Strengths-Based Parenting for Neurodivergent Children: ADHD, Autism & Beyond | Learn how to support neurodivergent children—including those with ADHD, autism, ODD, and other differences—through a strengths-based approach. This session will help parents, caregivers, and educators reframe neurodivergence as a set of unique abilities while providing practical positive reinforcement strategies. Gain effective communication techniques and behavior management tools to foster confidence, resilience, and success in neurodivergent children. | 2.5000000000 | false | false | false | true | false | false | false | $49.00 | $98.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Neurodivergent-Affirming Strategies for School & Clinic-Based Professionals | This professional development course equips school-based and clinical professionals—including teachers, SLPs, OTs, PTs, school counselors, and medical professionals—with the tools to recognize and support neurodivergent children through affirming, evidence-based strategies. Led by an SLP specializing in autism assessment and intervention, participants will gain insight into strengths-based approaches, sensory regulation, communication differences, and behavior as communication. Learn how to integrate ADOS-2-informed observations, sensory profiles, and DSM-5 criteria into supportive interventions while earning up to 30 continuing education hours.* *CEUs not guaranteed; however, certificate of completion, course description, and learning objectives will be provided to submit to professional governing bodies. | 3.0000000000 | false | true | false | false | false | false | false | $299.00 | $598.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Cybersecurity Awareness for Employees | In this interactive 3-hour course, employees will learn how to recognize, prevent, and respond to cyber threats in the workplace. This training covers common risks like phishing, ransomware, and social engineering, along with best practices for password security, safe browsing, and incident response. Participants will engage in real-world scenarios and hands-on activities to strengthen their cybersecurity awareness and protect both company and personal data. Stay informed, stay secure! | 3.0000000000 | false | false | false | true | false | false | false | $49.00 | $98.00 | 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 | ||||
| Instructor I (Fire & EMS) | Prepares emergency service personnel to deliver a training class from a prepared lesson plan. It is appropriate for company officers, training officers, instructors in the fire service, EMS, emergency management, or industrial fire protection. | 8.0000000000 | true | false | false | false | false | true | true | $250.00 | $415.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Sweet Creations with Lisa: "Fall-tober" Royal Icing Transfers | Learn the art of making edible decorations with royal icing! These are edible sugar images piped on to a template and left to dry. Then these sugar decorations can be used to adorn cookies, cakes, or cupcakes. Our Fall-tober theme will include Halloween, Fall, and Thanksgiving. You don't want to miss this class! | 3.0000000000 | false | true | false | false | false | false | false | $49.00 | $79.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Security Guard IV Firearms | Use either a revolver or a semiautomatic pistol, but not both, in a single class. To complete the training with both types of handguns, you need to enroll twice. You will need a duty style holster, belt, three magazines, magazine pouch and 450 to 500 rounds of ammunition. Reloaded ammo is not allowed to be used in this course. Instruction fulfills the CLEET Armed License Training requirement for the type of weapon used. Price includes first attempt at written certification test. | 8.0000000000 | false | false | false | false | false | false | true | $599.00 | $1109.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Advanced Medical Orientation | Required program orientation for prospective students for Practical Nursing, Radiography, Respiratory Therapy, and Surgical Technology programs. NOTE: Actual Orientation time is from 11:30am to 1:30pm. | 3.0000000000 | false | false | false | true | false | false | false | $0.00 | $0.00 | false | In Class | ||||
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