MINI-COURSES, SEMINARS & WORKSHOPS

FREE SEMINARS & WORKSHOPS

United States Citizenship Test Preparation
Saturday, 10:00am - 12:00pm
April 25
1 class; 2 hours
TPD400-1SD FREE
Prepare for your United States Citizenship Interview with this FREE multi-media seminar. Know what to expect during the INS interview and learn basic United States history, and civics necessary to pass the question and answer part of the interview. This seminar combines oral instruction with visual illustration to increase retention and to make learning exciting.

For Women Only!
Saturday, 10:00 - 1:00 pm
April 18
1 class; 3 hours
HF214A-1SD FREE
Bring your sister, your best friend, your mom! Let’s talk, really talk: How did you learn about self-love, taking care of yourself, negotiating with your loved ones, sex, communication, addiction, and risky behaviors? What did you learn? IS IT WORKING? Pre-requisite: you must be at least18 years old and show valid identification.

Understanding Social Security
Saturday, 11:00 am-1:00pm
May 2
1 Class; 2 hours
BC419-1SD FREE
Learn the inner workings of Social Security, including eligibility, benefits (disability, survivor, retirement, and spousal), and taxation of benefits. Get a better handle on what role Social Security will play in your retirement.

Strategies for Paying for College
Saturday, 11:00 am–1:00 pm
February 21
1 Class; 2 hours
COL102-1SD FREE
Your child has grown up before your eyes and is now only a year or two away from college. Explore options for getting help with paying for college, including loans, scholarships, tax deductions credits, and financial aid.

Debt Management
Saturday, 11:00am – 1:00pm
February 28
1 Class; 2 hours
BC4120-1SD FREE
Do you need to go on a debt diet? Recognize all the types and amounts of debt you have now and assess whether you’re overloaded. Set up a plan to reduced or eliminate debt and avoid piling it on again in the future.

Debt, Financial Crisis & Stress
Saturday 10:00-1:00pm
March 7
1 Class; 3 hours
BC1111-1SD $ FREE
A financial crisis makes it ever more difficult to live in the present moment. Yet, there is no better way to overcome the stress and anxiety brought on by the crisis than to find peaceful ways to live grounded in present. In this course, we will explore techniques to help reduce short-term stress, and daily habits, thinking and emotional patterns that reinforce the daily stress making it a deep-rooted problem that affects us in the long term.

Completed a Certificate Program and Looking for Work?

Resume Workshop
Monday, 6:00 –8:00pm
May 4 & 11
2 Classes; 4 hours
BC507-1ME FREE
Are you looking for a Job? Do you need to create or update your resume? Well this course is for you! A resume is the first impression the employer receives; therefore this piece of paper can either land you an interview or end up in a file. Don’t let your resume end up in a file and come learn how to create or review your resume and make it a powerful tool that will help you land your next job.

Job Interviews: Preparation and Practice
Wednesday, 6:00 - 8:00pm
May 13
1 Class; 2 hours
BC509-1WE FREE
Good resumes and cover letters and effective job searches land you an interview, however the interview lands you the JOB! Being prepared for a job interview is the most important part of your job search. In this workshop you will learn how to effectively prepare yourself for a job interview and how to communicate your skills to match the employer’s requirements.

Job Search Registration
Monday, 6:00 - 8:00 pm
April 27
1 Class; 2 hours
BC508A-1ME FREE
If you completed a certificate program and you are looking for employment please come in to register for job search services. Registration for Job Search is ONLY for students that successfully completed or will complete a certificate program. You must have an updated resume at the time of registration.

Join us in Our Open Houses

Careers in the Health Field
Wednesday January 21
6:00-9:00pm

Getting Your Foot in the Door: Find Work in the Business Environment
Thursday January 22
6:00-9:00pm

Construction Management: JOBS and careers paths
Wednesday January 21
6:00-9:00pm



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