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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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| Button Pin Making | Unlock your creativity and make your own personalized buttons in this fun, hands-on class. Whether you want to promote a cause, showcase your art, or make a custom accessory, this class covers the basics of button making from design to finished product. | 3 | false | false | true | false | false | false | false | $45 | $90 | false | In Class | ||||
| Sublimation Santa's Shop | Just in time for holidays. 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 | false | false | true | false | false | false | false | $45 | $90 | 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 | ||||
| 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 | ||||
| Moms in Business Series | This three-part series is designed for moms who are thinking about starting a business or are in the very early stages of building one—while balancing the realities of family life. Participants will begin by learning the essential first steps to turn an idea into a business, including clarifying goals, understanding basic requirements, and identifying helpful local and online resources. The series then moves into defining who you are as a business owner, helping you explore your brand and business identity through values, messaging, and consistency so your business feels authentic and connects with the right customers. Finally, moms will gain clarity and confidence around business finances by learning the basics of income, expenses, and profit, and how these numbers support everyday business decisions—without needing a finance background. By the end of the series, participants will have a stronger foundation, greater confidence, and practical tools to move their business forward. | 2 | false | false | false | true | false | false | false | $0 | $0 | false | In Class | ||||
| Moms in Business Series | This three-part series is designed for moms who are thinking about starting a business or are in the very early stages of building one—while balancing the realities of family life. Participants will begin by learning the essential first steps to turn an idea into a business, including clarifying goals, understanding basic requirements, and identifying helpful local and online resources. The series then moves into defining who you are as a business owner, helping you explore your brand and business identity through values, messaging, and consistency so your business feels authentic and connects with the right customers. Finally, moms will gain clarity and confidence around business finances by learning the basics of income, expenses, and profit, and how these numbers support everyday business decisions—without needing a finance background. By the end of the series, participants will have a stronger foundation, greater confidence, and practical tools to move their business forward. | 2 | false | false | false | true | false | false | false | $0 | $0 | false | In Class | ||||
| Moms in Business Series | This three-part series is designed for moms who are thinking about starting a business or are in the very early stages of building one—while balancing the realities of family life. Participants will begin by learning the essential first steps to turn an idea into a business, including clarifying goals, understanding basic requirements, and identifying helpful local and online resources. The series then moves into defining who you are as a business owner, helping you explore your brand and business identity through values, messaging, and consistency so your business feels authentic and connects with the right customers. Finally, moms will gain clarity and confidence around business finances by learning the basics of income, expenses, and profit, and how these numbers support everyday business decisions—without needing a finance background. By the end of the series, participants will have a stronger foundation, greater confidence, and practical tools to move their business forward. | 2 | false | false | false | true | false | false | false | $0 | $0 | 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 | ||||
| Master OneDrive & SharePoint Sync | The Productivity Power Series-Stop emailing attachments. Learn how to co-edit, auto-save, and collaborate in real-time using Teams’ deep integration with OneDrive and SharePoint — all without leaving your chat. | 2 | false | false | false | true | false | false | false | $29 | $58 | 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 | ||||
| Security Guard I & II | Phase I includes interpreting security guard law, first aid, fire extinguishers and writing field notes and reports. You will also interpret legal powers. Phase II includes public relations, fixed post duties, patrolling and investigating security incidents. Cost of the class includes first attempt for the certification exam. | 3.5 | false | false | true | true | true | false | false | $515 | $915 | false | In Class | ||||
| Excel 2021/365 Level 1 | What is the point of Excel Level 1? Level 1 is about familiarization with and exposure to the Excel ecosystem. Where are the basic options I am going to need, more than just the data entry? In the first of three level classes of three evening sessions each, we learn to navigate the workbook and the work sheet. Then, it is off to using shortcuts. The shortcuts in level speed up the repetitive tasks, like copy and paste. Next, the beginning of what a formula Is and how they work. We explore the shallow end of the functions included in Excel and how to incorporate them into our formulas. With two main areas left, look and feel, the learning goes to formatting the document. Making it appealing to the eye of your audience. Finally, we share some of the options that can be used to streamline the whole process. You should expect to at the least be familiar with Excel and to have increased your data throughput speed. All this information peppered with some history of and personal anecdotes that help to bring down some of the steepness from your learning curve. This class covers the NEW Microsoft 2021 updates. | 3 | false | true | false | true | false | false | false | $109 | $196 | 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 Class is every 2 weeks. | 4 | false | false | false | true | false | false | false | $895 | $1265 | false | In Class | ||||
| An Overview of Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias | Dementia Dialogues Education Series: In the first part of our Dementia Dialogues series, we will cover the basic facts about Alzheimer's and dementia including: what Alzheimer's and dementia are, the signs and symptoms of dementia, different types of dementia, dementia prevalence & risk factors, as well as the diagnostic process and available treatments. Free | 3 | false | false | false | true | false | false | false | $0 | $0 | false | In Class | ||||
| Keep the Dialogue Going: Strategies for Effective Communication | Dementia Dialogues Education Series: Part two of the Dementia Dialogues series covers effective communication strategies for people living with dementia. Topics covered include: identifying the strengths a person living with dementia still has, learning about communication challenges and effective strategies for overcoming these challenges, and learning to pinpoint generational communication differences. Free | 3 | false | false | false | true | false | false | false | $0 | $0 | 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 | ||||
| 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 | ||||