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BUSINESS
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AUCTIONEERING
A new class for this spring is Discover the Fascinating World of Auctions, led by master auctioneer Linford Berry, of Mountain Valley Auction Group.
“The rapid-fire chant of the auctioneer is mesmerizing and what initially draws most people in, but there are many more compelling reasons why they stay engaged. There is the prospect of a ‘deal’, the discovery of unusual and historic items, a sense of community, and the satisfaction and competitive spirit of winning the bid on a desirable item.”
Students will learn some basics of auction law and then get into foundational bid calling skills to get a feel for what it’s like to be the auctioneer behind the microphone. Linford says students will also discover, “how this dynamic tool drives markets in everything from cattle sales to fine art and today’s online bidding wars!”
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QUILTING
Instructor Kathy Amend is excited to help beginning and intermediate level quilters gain confidence with her two classes: Quilting: Beginning Your Quilting Journey and Quilting: Building Quilt Blocks.
“I think students enjoy and are amazed when they create something beautiful and something that will last a lifetime,” she explained.
Students in her Beginning Your Quilting Journey class will make a quilt from start to finish, and learn about tools, fabric selection, cutting techniques, construction, and finishing. In the Building Quilt Blocks course, students will enhance their basic quilting skills by learning how to create flying geese, half square triangles, Lemoyne stars, and more.
POTTERY
BRCC’s pottery and ceramics courses have been a favorite for thousands in the community! This spring’s class line up is more robust than ever and offers opportunities for beginners to experienced
students to enjoy, including:
Wheel Thrown/Hand Building Creating with Clay Beginning Pottery and Beyond Mugs Galore Spring into Ceramics
In particular, seasoned instructor Julie Foster is excited about some weekend options. “Weekend classes give people the opportunity to try something new and get a taste of the fun. One does not need to be artistic to enjoy the clay experience. It can be one of the best forms of therapy or self-care for an individual.”
She says that seeing students develop skills beyond their expectations and the sense of pride they feel at a final product is particularly rewarding. She added, “Each class seems to develop a sense of community and encouragement among classmates.”
Repeat student Kylie Miller agrees, “I think one of the really special things about the pottery classes at Blue Ridge has been the community. Many of the people who take the classes keep coming back, so you really get to know each other. The studio is a really welcoming place, everyone is so supportive and cheers you on right from the beginning.”
Kylie has been taking ceramics courses at BRCC since 2016, and has even taken some classes more than once, including several courses with Julie! “Whether you’ve been doing pottery for years or just beginning, Julie is great at accessing individuals and finding projects that they can be successful with.”
For anyone with an interest in pottery, whether beginner or with some experience, Kylie definitely recommends taking a class! “It’s a great opportunity to meet with new people and challenge yourself, and it can be nice way to just take a break from everything else and have fun. Not to mention there’s something really amazing about holding an object that you yourself created from just a hunk of clay.”
See the full list of lifelong learning and personal enrichment classes, starting on page 24.
Pictured: BRCC Quilting instructor Kathy Amend
BUSINESS
ACCOUNTING/FINANCE
RETIREMENT PLANNING SEMINAR
Learn how to manage investment risks, use new tax laws to your advantage, make informed decisions about your company retirement plan, and adjust your estate plan to function properly under the new laws. This course is intended for those over age 45. Married couples may attend together for a single registration fee. An illustrated textbook is included.
Tuition: $69
Instructors: Christine Worontzoff & Franklin Showalter Thu 6:00 – 9:00 pm | Apr 24 – May 1, 2025
AGRIBUSINESS
NEW AGRITOURISM 101
This course is for farmers who have existing operations and are looking to expand into agritourism. We talk about what Agritourism is, how it can add revenue to your farm and the local community, and what is needed to build a successful operation. In the afternoon, we will travel to a local agritourism location where lunch will be provided followed by a tour.
Tuition: $189 | Instructor: Janine Aquino Thu 9:00 am - 3:00 pm | Feb 20, 2025
COMMUNICATIONS
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI): TRANSFORM YOUR WORK ENVIRONMENT
Join us for this business-beginner course designed specifically for folks who want to explore ways they can integrate AI into the workplace. Using AI for effectiveness and efficiency, you can make your business more competitive! Explore ways to be more successful and improve your bottom line with this transformative technology.
If you are involved with supervising or hiring employees, this certificate is for you! This threepart series will focus on equipping you with the best tools to have a positive impact on the bottom line of your organization, while teaching you how to best comply with myriad employment laws. Learn to attract, train, and manage the “right” people, in the right way. Take individual classes, $129 each, or enroll in the entire series for $325, a 15% discount. This program is valid for 6.75 PDCs for the SHRMCP® or SHRM-SCP® (2.25 PDC per class).
Series Tuition: $325 for the entire series, a 15% discount. Individual Class Tuition: $129 | Instructor: Tim Nicely
HUMAN RESOURCE LAW
Learn how to comply with various HR laws and get answers to things you have always wanted to know but were afraid to ask! This program is valid for 2.25 PDCs for the SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP®.
Tue 6:00 - 8:30 pm | Jan 21, 2025
EMPLOYEE RECRUITMENT & INTERVIEWING
Afraid you’ll hire the wrong person? Learn the tricks of the trade in finding the right candidate and conducting effective and legal interviews. This program is valid for 2.25 PDCs for the SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP®.
Tue 6:00 - 8:30 pm | Jan 28, 2025
PERFORMANCE & COMPENSATION MANAGEMENT
Learn the legalities and best practices in ensuring an effective and fair overall compensation program. Managing your employees properly is the key to success in any organization. Learn how to motivate employees with various types of formal and informal performance management tools. This program is valid for 2.25 PDCs for the SHRM-CP® or SHRMSCP®.
Tue 6:00 - 8:30 pm | Feb 04, 2025
LEADERSHIP & MANAGEMENT
MIKEROWEWORKS WORK ETHIC CERTIFICATION HYBRID
The MRW Work Ethic Certification focuses on the 12 statements of the S.W.E.A.T. Pledge emphasizing work ethic, personal responsibility, delayed gratification and positive attitude. A great resume builder for the individual looking for employment or a great team builder for those employers looking to strengthen their staff’s soft skills. This program can be delivered for any company or business who desires to have it brought on site. This class can be taken in-person or live online via Zoom.
Tuition: $99 | Instructor: Rich McMunn
Fri 9:00 am - 1:00 pm | Feb 21, 2025
Fri 9:00 am - 1:00 pm | Mar 28, 2025
Fri 9:00 am - 1:00 pm | Apr 25, 2025
NEW THE ROI OF SMALL BUSINESS MARKETING HYBRID
Want to learn how to turn more website visitors into buyers and get more profits from your website? It all starts with the right marketing message. In this 3-week course, you’ll learn how to find the right message for your audience, how to position yourself as the go-to business to work with, and how to lay it out on your website for maximum engagement. This class can be taken in-person or live online via Zoom.
Tuition: $89 | Instructor: Susan Vincent
Tue 6:30 - 8:30 pm | Jan 21 - Feb 04, 2025
Mon 6:30 - 8:30 pm | Apr 14 - Apr 28, 2025
NEW 9 ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS FOR WEBSITE CONVERSION FOR NONTECHY FOLKS HYBRID
Building a business online? Or your current site isn’t working? Learn how to build a website that connects with your target audience and generates leads. You’ll learn the ideal website structure, messaging, and SEO for a successful site. This class can be taken in-person or live online via Zoom.
Tuition: $69 | Instructor: Susan Vincent Tue 6:30 - 8:30 pm | Feb 11 - Feb 18, 2025 Mon 6:30 - 8:30 pm | May 05 - May 12, 2025
NEW LEADERSHIP SERIES CERTIFICATE HYBRID
Leadership is a learned skill. Individuals who have the desire to learn leadership can improve their leadership acumen. The Leadership Series is designed to create a pathway for those looking to lead in their next position and those designated as High Potential Employees to be prepared for the rigors of Leadership. These courses have been created to build an understanding of the skills needed to succeed in leadership. These classes can be taken in-person or live online via Zoom.
Series Tuition: $710 for the entire series, a 10% discount.
Individual Class Tuition: $79
NEW INTRODUCTION TO MANAGEMENT PRINCIPLES HYBRID
Understand the Roles, Functions, and Management Styles of being a manager. This course will provide you with a basic skill set to start and succeed in your new management role. This class can be taken inperson or live online via Zoom.
Instructor: Anthony Whitehead Fri 9:00 am - 12:00 pm | Jan 10, 2025
NEW COMMUNICATION SKILLS FOR MANAGERS HYBRID
Develop your written and verbal communication skills; core skills and abilities that will determine your success as a manager. This class can be taken inperson or live online via Zoom.
Instructor: Anthony Whitehead Fri 9:00 am - 12:00 pm | Jan 17, 2025
NEW TEAM BUILDING AND LEADERSHIP HYBRID
You will not be successful alone. Nor can you properly motivate others with threats. Learn how to build and inspire teams with effective leadership techniques. This class can be taken in-person or live online via Zoom.
Instructor: Kim Lee-Asonevich Fri 9:00 am - 12:00 pm | Jan 24, 2025
NEW CULTURE: STRATEGIC PRIORITY & YOUR ROLE AS A LEADER HYBRID
Culture is a strategic priority. Learn about what culture means, why it matters, and your roleintended and unintended as a leader. Learn from a case study. This class can be taken in-person or live online via Zoom.
Instructor: George Neighbors Fri 9:00 am - 12:00 pm | Jan 31, 2025
NEW DECISION MAKING AND PROBLEM SOLVING HYBRID
Your boss doesn’t want you to just report problems for them to solve. Learn how to do what they need you to do: effectively diagnose problems, use sound judgment, decide on a course of action, and discern and take action to avoid or mitigate problems in the future. This class can be taken in-person or live online via Zoom.
Instructor: Anthony Whitehead Fri 9:00 am - 12:00 pm | Feb 07, 2025
NEW COACHING YOUR TEAM AS A LEADER HYBRID
Managing people takes time, intention, and energy. Explore how taking a coaching approach (vs mentoring or micromanaging) with your team might help to unlock potential, embed accountability, and shape how you and your teams show up. We’ll cover what coaching is (and what it’s not), coaching assumptions, coaching mindset, coaching skills, coaching styles, some key questions and models. Come with ideas, curiosity, and ready for small group role play. This class can be taken in-person or live online via Zoom.
Instructor: George Neighbors Fri 9:00 am - 12:00 pm | Feb 14, 2025
NEW RECEIVING AND GIVING FEEDBACK HYBRID
Being able to give feedback is one thing; being able to elicit and benefit from critical feedback is another. Learn how to create a feedback-rich environment that will enhance your personal growth. This class can be taken in-person or live online via Zoom.
Instructor: Anthony Whitehead Fri 9:00 am - 12:00 pm | Feb 21, 2025
NEW LEADING THROUGH CHANGE HYBRID
As a leader you are expected to guide people on the journey of change. Learn how to navigate change as a leader and for your team, using intentionality, planning, and flexibility. Explore what’s happening for you as a leader as well and for your team, and steps you can take together to manage change. Come prepared with an idea for self-reflection during and after the workshop. This class can be taken in-person or live online via Zoom.
Instructor: George Neighbors
Fri 9:00 am - 12:00 pm | Feb 28, 2025
NEW MAKING BETTER USE OF MEETINGS HYBRID
Explore types of meetings, audiences, establishing norms and expectations, and the basics of an agenda and why to use one. This class can be taken in-person or live online via Zoom.
Instructor: George Neighbors
Fri 9:00 am - 12:00 pm | Mar 07, 2025
NEW NETWORKING FOR CONNECTIONS HYBRID
Building your network is one of the most proactive things you can do to stay connected, recruit good candidates, and extend your reach. We’ll explore some practical ways to network at work, in the community, and within your profession by practicing and preparing to network with your own networking plan and story. Bring your smartphone, LinkedIn link (URL), and energy to network! This class can be taken in-person or live online via Zoom.
Instructor: George Neighbors Fri 9:00 am - 12:00 pm | Mar 14, 2025
REGISTRATION IS EASY!
Online at brcc.augusoft.net or call (540) 453-0264.
NEW BUILDING BETTER BOARDS SERIES CERTIFICATE
The Building Better Boards Series covers essential board governance topics, including roles and responsibilities, recruiting strategies, onboarding practices, leader retention, and effective meeting planning. Each session provides practical tools and insights to enhance board effectiveness and foster a positive board culture. These courses have been created to build an understanding of the skills needed to lead a not-for-profit.
Series Tuition: $355 for the entire series, a 10% discount.
Individual Class Tuition: $79
Instructor: George Neighbors
NEW ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
We’ll explore the role of the board, responsibilities and accountabilities of boards, the lifecycle of nonprofits, and touch on tools and terms like job descriptions, term limits, and rules.
Tue 6:00 - 8:30 pm | Apr 08, 2025
NEW RECRUITING TO GIVE & GET
We’ll explore what you hope to give and get from potential board members, as well as some key questions potential board members may ask that you’ll want to be prepared to answer!
Tue 6:00 - 8:30 pm | Apr 15, 2025
NEW ONBOARDING YOUR BOARD
We’ll explore board culture and expectations, orientation and welcome, and touch on tools and terms like board social, board “book,” board calendar, board orientation, and board mentor.
Tue 6:00 - 8:30 pm | Apr 22, 2025
NEW RETAINING & ENGAGING LEADERS
We’ll explore what you’re currently doing with your board, what’s potentially getting in the way, and explore ideas regarding how to be more intentional with your board to make improvements.
Tue 6:00 - 8:30 pm | Apr 29, 2025
NEW BOARD MEETINGS & PLANNING FOR PURPOSE
We’ll discuss ways to improve and honor the time of board and staff in ways to produce more efficient, effective, and impactful meetings. Learn about utilizing a consent agenda, a purpose fit agenda, and a content driven agenda.
Tue 6:00 - 8:30 pm | May 06, 2025
TECHNOLOGY & COMPUTERS
COMPUTER FUNDAMENTALS
NEW INTRODUCTION TO GOOGLE WORKSPACE
This course provides a basic overview of all apps within Google Workspace. Students will learn the basics: how to use Docs, Slides, Forms, and Sheets to complete assignments or simplify workforce processes. This course also offers an overview of GMail and Google Calendar to maximize productivity and communication.
Tuition: $129 | Instructor: Kynndal Wenger Wed, 4:30 - 6:30 pm | Feb 26 - Mar 26, 2025
MICROSOFT OFFICE
GET STARTED WITH MICROSOFT OFFICE
An absolute must if you are new to Microsoft Office! Get a hands-on introduction to fundamental skills in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. First, dive into Word and master ribbon and navigation techniques, character formatting, text editing, table creation, AutoComplete and AutoCorrect usage, and special text effects. Next, utilize Excel to enter/ edit data, construct simple formulas, and illustrate data using column and pie charts. Finally, develop a new presentation, explore layouts and design themes, and create animations and transitions using PowerPoint.
Tuition: $239 | Instructor: Crystal Armentrout Tue 6:00 - 9:00 pm | Feb 04 - Mar 04, 2025
MASTERY SERIES: EXCEL LEVEL 1 HYBRID
Gain hands-on expertise with Microsoft Excel in this beginning-level course that combines the basics with enough tips and short cuts to keep even the experienced users engaged. You will work with the ribbon interface, format cell contents, perform calculations using formulas and functions, create charts, organize large worksheets, and more. After successful completion, you will be prepared to face the challenges presented in Excel Level 2. Keyboarding and mouse skills strongly recommended. This is a Hyflex course: students may attend classes in-person on-campus or live online via Zoom. A computer with a microphone, camera, and second screen is highly recommended to get the most out of the live online Zoom option.
Take your knowledge of Excel to the next level with this intermediate-level class that contains more complex skills and features. You will format workbooks using advanced features; set up conditional formatting; calculate financial information as well as dates/time, and format text using advanced functions; explore advanced tools to perform what-if analysis, and more. This is a Hyflex course: students may attend classes in-person on- campus or live online via Zoom. A computer with a microphone, camera, and second screen is highly recommended to get the most out of the live online Zoom option.
Tuition: $199 | Instructor: Crystal Armentrout Tue 6:00 - 9:00 pm | May 06 - May 27, 2025
WEB DESIGN/DEVELOPMENT
NEW INTRODUCTION TO FRONT-END WEB DEVELOPMENT
Discover the exciting world of front-end web development, where you’ll learn how to create interactive and dynamic websites using HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript. Your instructor will guide you step-by-step through building a website from scratch, focusing on how to make it visually appealing and functional. By the end of the course, you’ll have a website that reflects your interests or field of work. Whether you’re completely new to coding or looking to expand your skills, this class is designed to make learning web development fun and approachable
Tuition: $279 | Instructor: Samuel Chukwuemeka Mon, Wed 6:00 - 8:00 pm | Feb 03 - May 7, 2025
IT CERTIFICATION PREP
GOOGLE IT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE ONLINE
Interested in starting a career in IT Support but have little or no experience? The Google IT Support Professional Certificate program is perfect for you! This online program, developed by Google, teaches the skills needed for entry-level IT support positions. Complete the required Prospective Student Form as the first step toward enrollment. Registration information available online.
Tuition: $179 | Instructor: Jim Richerson Registration information available online
F F AMAZON WEB SERVICES (AWS) CLOUD PRACTITIONER LIVE ONLINE
Amazon Web Services (AWS) certifications are some of the most sought after credentials in the IT industry. Start your way to a new, rewarding career as a cloud professional with the AWS Cloud Practitioner certification. In this class you will have the opportunity to get an excellent introductory understanding of the AWS Cloud platform, along with knowledge about AWS core security architecture, pricing, services, and support methods. There are no prerequisites for the class; however, Zoom familiarity, basic IT knowledge or IT background IS required to be successful. Registration/paperwork completion deadline is one week PRIOR to first class session.
Tuition: $1500 | FastFoward: $500
Instructor: Kirsten Johnson Mon, Wed 6:00 - 9:00 pm | Feb 17 - Mar 12, 2025 Tue, Thu 6:00 - 9:00 pm | Mar 25 - Apr 17, 2025
NEW F F AMAZON WEB SERVICES (AWS) SOLUTIONS ARCHITECT - ASSOCIATE CERTIFICATION LIVE ONLINE
This course focuses on designing, implementing, and maintaining digital infrastructure and business applications within the AWS cloud platform, allowing you to collaborate with business leaders to understand objectives, and create cloud-based solutions and strategies to meet company needs. Skills and knowledge will include: computers, networking, storage, and database AWS services, deployment, and management services. Implementing security controls, and using AWS Management Console and AWS Command Line Interface (CLI) will also be covered. AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate certification will validate your expertise in AWS technology and showcase your ability to design cost and performance-optimized solutions. Pre-Requisite for this course is the AWS Cloud Practitioner (completed AWS Credential Certificate documentation required at time of registration).
Tuition: $2610 | FastFoward: $870
Instructor: Rob Cantrell Mon, Wed 6:00 - 9:00 pm | Apr 21 - May 14, 2025
F F COMPTIA A+
CERTIFICATION REVEW LIVE ONLINE
Need guidance or a refresher to assist you in preparing to take the CompTIA A+ Certification Exams? Build your knowledge of the core exam objectives through material overviews, both exam and performance practice questions, and study materials in this review class. Upon completion of the course, you should feel prepared to take the certification exams at a local Testing Center or online – either at the college (dates provided by instructor) or your own location. Complete the registration prescreening form as the first step toward enrollment.
Tuition: $1449 | FastFoward: $483
Instructor: Jim Richerson
Mon 6:00 - 9:00 pm | Jan 27 - Apr 02, 2025
F F COMPTIA NETWORK+
CERTIFICATION REVIEW LIVE ONLINE
Earning the CompTIA Network+ Certification shows that you possess the knowledge needed to configure and operate a variety of networking products and are ready to take on the job responsibilities of basic network administration, support, implementation, and troubleshooting. This review course focuses on the Network+ N10-009 exam objectives and the material needed to understand the topics related to computer networking through objective overviews, both exam and performance practice questions, and study materials. Upon completion of the course, you should feel ready to take the certification exam at a local Testing Center or online – either at the college (dates provided by instructor) or your own location. Complete the registration pre-screening form as the first step toward enrollment.
Tuition: $1380 | FastFoward: $460
Instructor: Jim Richerson
Mon 6:00 - 9:00 pm | Mar 24 - May 28, 2025
F F COMPTIA
SECURITY+
CERTIFICATION REVIEW LIVE ONLINE
Obtaining the CompTIA Security+ certification verifies that you have the knowledge and skills required to assess the security posture of an enterprise environment and to recommend and implement appropriate security solutions; monitor and secure hybrid environments, including cloud, mobile, and IoT; operate with an awareness of applicable laws and policies, including principles of governance, risk, and compliance; identify, analyze, and respond to security events and incidents. Through lecture, practice exams, and study materials, this certification review course helps prepare you to pass the exam and receive your Security+ certification. Upon completion of the course, you should feel ready to take the certification exam at a local Testing Center or online – either at the college (daters provided by instructor) or your own location. Complete the registration prescreening form as the first step toward enrollment.
Tuition: $1599 | FastFoward: $533
Instructor: Jim Richerson
Mon 6:00 - 9:00 pm | May 19 - Aug 06, 2025
DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY & IMAGE EDITING
NEW THE AI EVOLUTION IN TECHNICAL PHOTOGRAPHY
Explore the history of photography and cameras, right up to modern photography with the integration of Artificial Intelligence. Using Adobe Photoshop, students will discover the latest creative art form in technical photography.
Tuition: $195 | Instructor: Jim Leech
Tue 6:00 - 8:00 pm | Feb 18 - Apr 08, 2025
Mon 6:00 - 8:00 pm | Feb 24 - Apr 14, 2025
WELDING & MACHINING
WELDING
F F INTRODUCTION TO TIG WELDING (GTAW)
Expand your skills and welding knowledge by enrolling in this exciting new Tig (GTAW) welding class! Gain hands-on training in the proper setup and operation of GTAW welding machines, allowing you to weld with various materials, including Mild Steel, Stainless Steel, and Aluminum alloys. Master the art of creating precision welds on thin materials, ideal for all kinds of fabrication projects. As a welder, Tig welding skills and certification may open new doors for better pay and better working conditions.
Tuition: $1299 | FastFoward: $433
Instructor: Allistair Doeppe
Wed, Thu 9:00 am - 12:00 pm | Jan 29 - Mar 20, 2025
Wed, Thu 9:00 am - 12:00 pm | Apr 16 - Jun 05, 2025
F F WELDING FUNDAMENTALS
Learn and practice the basic welding processes most commonly used in industrial fabrication. Covers safety procedures, common shop procedures, and welding drawing interpretation.
Tuition: $2100 | FastFoward: $700
Instructor: Travis Housh
Mon, Tue 6:00 - 9:00 pm | Mar 31 - Jul 22, 2025
Wed, Thu 6:00 - 9:00 pm | Apr 02 - Aug 06, 2025
F F WELDING FABRICATION I: GMAW
Focuses on welding and fabrication skills used in building welded metal projects. Students will create a working drawing and bill of materials, factor in total costs and weight of their project, cut and tack-weld all components together, and make final welds to complete the job. Welding safety using various welding processes and safe shop practices will be discussed and demonstrated.
Tuition: $1179 | FastFoward: $393
Instructor: Allistair Doeppe
Wed, Thu 1:30 - 4:30 pm | Jan 29 - Mar 20, 2025 Wed, Thu 1:30 - 4:30 pm | Apr 16 - Jun 05, 2025
F F PIPE WELDING I: SMAW
Focuses on the techniques used for welding pipe. The shielded metal arc welding process is used to perform practice welds on pipe diameters from 2 to 12 inches. Basic pipe-fitting practices will be demonstrated using butt weld and socket weld fittings to progress through learning to weld pipe in horizontal and vertical positions. One-on-one coaching, welding demonstrations and welding videos will be used to illustrate the techniques the student must follow to successfully pass the 6G qualification test.
Tuition: $2505 | FastFoward: $835
Instructor: Allistair Doeppe or Wiley Perry
Sun, Sat 9:00 am - 4:00 pm | Jan 04 - Feb 23, 2025
Mon, Tue 1:30 - 4:30 pm | Feb 10 - Jun 16, 2025
F F PIPE WELDING II: GTAW
Provides the student with the knowledge and handson experience needed to do both manual and orbital GTAW welding of carbon steel pipe and sanitary stainless tubing.
Tuition: $2775 | FastFoward: $925 Instructor: Wiley Perry or Allistair Doeppe Mon, Tue 1:30 - 4:30 pm | Feb 10 - Jun 16, 2025 Sun, Sat 9:00 am - 4:00 pm | Mar 08 - May 03, 2025
LOGISTICS & TRANSPORTATION
AVIATION
F F PREPARING FOR THE FAA PART 107 CERTIFICATION AND THE BASICS OF DRONE TECHNOLOGY
Are you using drones for your business or planning to start a business using drones? Do you want to expand your photography business with drone technology? This course includes all necessary content to earn the FAA Part 107 certification, which is required for commercial drone operation. Drones have a growing role in industries like real estate, agriculture, engineering, media, and more. Specifically, the course will cover: drone operating regulations and procedures, safety, airspace classifications, weather considerations, maintenance and inspection, and loading and performance. We will also address automated permissions, the latest FAA remote ID rule, and compliance requirements. The course concludes with an introduction to flying a modern drone.
Tuition: $405 | FastFoward: $135
Instructor: Mark Fitzgerald
Wed 4:15 - 7:00 pm | Jan 29 - Mar 05, 2025
CONTACT:
James Butler
Programs Coordinator and Manager (540) 453-2218 | butlerj@brcc.edu
COMMERCIAL DRIVING
For information about Transportation or Logistics programs, or for company customized CDL training.
F F COMMERCIAL DRIVER’S LICENSE CLASS A
Get the skills to become a CDL Class A commercial driver through this intensive program of classroom, practice range, and over-the-road training. Our CDL faculty/staff are DMV certified examiners; final skills testing now provided on-site.
Tuition: $6000 | FastFoward: $2000
Sun, Sat 8:30 am - 4:30 pm | Jan 04 - Mar 23, 2025
Mon-Fri 8:30 am - 4:30 pm | Jan 06 - Feb 07, 2025
Mon-Fri 8:30 am - 4:30 pm | Feb 10 - Mar 14, 2025
Mon-Fri 8:30 am - 4:30 pm | Mar 17 - Apr 18, 2025
Mon-Fri 8:30 am - 4:30 pm | Apr 21 - May 23, 2025
LOGISTICS
F F CERTIFIED LOGISTICS ASSOCIATE
The Certified Logistics Associate (CLA) course focuses on the material handling portion of global supply chain logistics. It describes the foundational knowledge that frontline material handling workers should master to perform well. Once this knowledge is gained, students can look forward to a rewarding career. These careers provide good wages and benefits and can clear a pathway to higher levels of skills and responsibilities.
Tuition: $1200 | FastFoward: $400
Instructor: Rich McMunn
Mon - Fri 8:30 am - 4:30 pm | Jan 13 - Jan 23, 2025
F F CERTIFIED LOGISTICS TECHNICIAN
The Certified Logistics Technician (CLT) course addresses the core technical competencies of higher skilled frontline material handling workers in supply chain warehouses and distribution centers. Specific instruction includes product receiving, product storage, inventory control, evaluation of transportation modes, dispatching and tracking. This newly designed curriculum also includes a three-day forklift training of stand up and sit down machines and current employability skills training. The Certified Logistics Associate course is a prerequisite to the Certified Logistics Technician course.
Tuition: $1800 | FastFoward: $600
Instructor: Rich McMunn
Mon - Fri 8:30 am - 4:30 pm | Jan 24 - Feb 10, 2025
SIT DOWN FORKLIFT OPERATION
Get hands on training from certified instructors on sit down electric and propane forklifts. This is an intense one-day training which earns a certificate of completion and a wallet card for verification.
Tuition: $325 | Instructor: Rich McMunn
Mon 8:30 am - 4:30 pm | Jan 06, 2025 Mon 8:30 am - 4:30 pm | Mar 10, 2025
STAND UP FORKLIFT OPERATION
Get hands-on training from certified instructors on stand up electric reach forklifts and walk behind electric pallet lifts. This is an intense one-day training which earns a certificate of completion and a wallet card for verification.
Tuition: $325 | Instructor: Rich McMunn
Tue 8:30 am - 4:30 pm | Jan 07, 2025 Tue 8:30 am - 4:30 pm | Mar 11, 2025
F F CUSTOMIZED 2-WEEK COMMERCIAL DRIVER’S LICENSE OPTIONS FOR STUDENTS, EMPLOYEES & EMPLOYERS
Our CDL faculty and staff are DMV certified examiners; final skills testing provided on-site.
Class A Class B
Class B to A Upgrade
Class B with Passenger Endorsement
*Add a passenger endorsement to your Class A or B CDL (automatic transmission). Automatic and manual transmission options for most training. You can even add a passenger endorsement to your Class A or B Commercial Driver’s license (automatic transmission)!
HEALTHCARE
HEALTHCARE
NEW MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY
Interested in pursuing a health and science career requiring the ability to communicate with medical professionals? Students learn how to analyze individual medical word parts such as prefixes, suffixes, and word roots and the basic components of medical terms relating to the human body.
Tuition: $85 | Instructor: Staff Sat 9:00 am - 1:00 pm | Mar 15 - Apr 19, 2025
F F EKG TECHNICIAN HYBRID/IN PERSON
Learn to properly administer Electrocardiograms (EKG’s), resolve artifacts and record and interpret EKG’s. Expand your skills and earning potential with an EKG Technician certification. Learn to properly administer Electrocardiograms (EKG’s), resolve artifacts and record EKG’s. Students will learn heart anatomy, physiology, conduction and to recognize and interpret heart rhythms. Successful completion of this program will prepare students to sit for the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) EKG Technician Certification (CET) exam.
Tuition: $1800 | FastFoward: $600
Instructor: Jason Keefe/Melissa Lambert Sat, 9:00 am - 3:30 pm, Thu, 6:00 - 8:00 pm Mar 08 - Apr 26, 2025 Mon, Tue, Thu 9:00 am - 2:30 pm | Apr 21 - May 22, 2025
F F MEDICATION AIDE
Are you a Nurse Aide or Direct Care Worker? Gain a skill and increase earning potential with Medication Aide training. Learn to prepare for safe administration of medications to residents in assisted living facilities. Graduates are eligible to take the exam required by the Virginia Board of Nursing. This course meets the Virginia Board of Nursing’s requirement for Medication Aide Training in Virginia.
Tuition: $1101 | FastFoward: $367 | Instructor: Staff Call for class dates.
F F CERTIFIED NURSE AIDE COURSE (CNA)
A Nurse Aide is one of the most important roles in the health care team. Nurse Aide training is a great way to start a career ladder in other healthcare professions, such as nursing. Nurse Aides learn to provide care for hospital patients, residents in their home, nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Graduates are eligible to take the NNAAP exam required by the Virginia Board of Nursing. This course meets the Virginia Board of Nursing’s requirement for Nurse Aide Training in Virginia.
Tuition: $3267 | FastFoward: $1089
Instructor: Jan Emswiler & Rhonda L. Morris RN/Staff Tue, Thu 6:00 - 9:30 pm Sat, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm | Jan 28 - Apr 08, 2025 Mon, Wed, Fri 9:00 am - 4:00 pm | Feb 03 - Mar 24, 2025
F F CERTIFIED CLINICAL MEDICAL ASSISTANT IN PERSON/HYBRID
Have you always wanted to make a meaningful difference in a person’s life? Medical Assisting is one of the fastest growing careers, and just may be for you. Learn to perform basic medical office responsibilities such as reception skills, handling insurance, coding, blood draws, medication administration, vital signs, electrocardiogram, professionalism, and more. This course prepares you for the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) certification through National Healthcareers Association (NHA).
Tuition: $3900 | FastFoward: $1300
Instructor: Aimee Dilcher/Melissa Lambert/Staff
Tue, Thu 5:30 - 9:30 pm | Jan 28 - May 08, 2025
Mon, Tue, Thu 9:00 am - 2:00 pm | Feb 03 - Apr 10, 2025
Sat, 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Wed, 6:00 - 8:00 pm | Mar 08 - May 17, 2025
F F PHARMACY TECHNICIAN PROGRAM
Becoming a pharmacy technician offers a unique blend of job stability, meaningful work, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. It’s an excellent choice for individuals who are passionate about healthcare and are looking for a fulfilling career with a positive impact on their community.
Tuition: $5799 | FastFoward: $1933
Instructor: Jackie Estes
Tue, Thu 8:30 am - 12:00 pm | Jan 28 - Jun 09, 2025
All classes: Final day of class on campus | 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
F F PATIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE HYBRID
A Patient Service Representative is usually the first point of contact for patients or clients. Certified Patient Service Representatives help coordinate patient visits and facilitate the smooth running of the office or medical unit. In this class you’ll learn reception and clerical skills, scheduling, customer service, electronic health record navigation, OSHA and HIPPA regulations, Medical Terminology, Financial Management, Basic Procedure and Diagnostic Coding, and Law/Ethics.
The art of drawing blood is called phlebotomy and is a very delicate and intricate skill in the medical world. Phlebotomists draw blood for tests, transfusions, research, and donations. This course prepares you for the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Phlebotomy Technician Certification (CPT) exam.
Tuition: $3000 | FastFoward: $1000
Instructor: Abigail Calvert, Joy Caledonia Mon, Wed 5:30 - 9:30 pm | Feb 03 - Mar 26, 2025
F F STERILE PROCESSING TECHNICIAN LIVE ONLINE
Sterile processing technicians are behind-the-scenes essential healthcare staff. The careful and detailed work of a Sterile Processing Technician affects many areas throughout a hospital, directly impacting patient’s care. Students develop knowledge of surgical instruments, medical equipment, surgical terminology, packaging and distribution, and the skills required for sterilization and decontamination.
Tuition: $3198 | FastFoward: $1066
Instructor: Martin Li
Tue, Thu 6:00 - 9:00 pm | Feb 04 - May 22, 2025
F F PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN BRIDGE
Are you seeking an exciting opportunity in the healthcare industry? If you’d like to work directly with patients, becoming a patient care technician could be the career you’ve been waiting for. Patient care technicians assist with the critical day-to-day care of patients. In addition to basic care, skills taught include drawing blood, point of care testing, EKG’s, and wound care.
Tuition: $1800 | FastFoward: $600
Instructor: Krystal Crawford/Staff
Mon, Wed, Fri 9:00 am - 4:00 pm | Mar 31 - Apr 25, 2025 Tue, Thu 5:30 - 9:30 pm | Apr 08 - May 29, 2025
MEDICATION AIDE REVIEW ONLINE
Review preparation of safe administration of medications to residents in assisted living facilities. This course is required by the Virginia Board of Nursing for medication aide licensure renewal. This is an independent study class using the online Canvas Learning Management System.
Tuition: $85 | Instructor: Krystal Crawford Online 24/7 | Rolling start date with 2 weeks to complete Open for Enrollment starting April 15
ONLINE MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY ONLINE
Interested in pursuing a health and science career requiring the ability to communicate with medical professionals? Students learn how to analyze individual medical word parts such as prefixes, suffixes, and word roots and the basic components of medical terms relating to the human body. This is an independent study class using the online Canvas Learning Management System.
Tuition: $198 | Instructor: Melissa Lambert Online 24/7 | Rolling start date with 6 months to complete
REGISTRATION IS EASY!
Online at brcc.augusoft.net or call (540) 453-0264.
TRADES CONSTRUCTION & SAFETY
CONSTRUCTION
CONTRACTOR’S BUSINESS LICENSING TRAINING
This eight-hour Building Contractor’s Licensing course is recognized by the Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation’s Board for Contractors. Topics of instruction include laws relating to the Board of Contractors, state building codes and underground utilities, types of licenses, qualifications for contractors, standards of practice, ways to avoid regulations violations, employment law, worker’s compensation, taxes and business structures.
Tuition: $289 | Instructor: Daniel Trent Sat, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm | Jan 04, 2025 Sat, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm | Mar 08, 2025 Sat, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm | May 03, 2025
NEW F F CORE CRAFT SKILLS
This class serves as the foundation for trade training programs. The class is structured in a live classroom environment and focuses on basic safety, construction math, hand tools, power tools material handling, communication and more. Textbook and testing are included in tuition. This is a valuable credential for employment in the trades industry.
Tuition: $1098 | FastFoward: $366
Instructor: Mike Bird
Mon, Wed 4:30 - 8:30 pm & Sat, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Jan 06 - Jan 25, 2025
F F HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATION
This course is designed to allow students the opportunity to experience this exciting career from the comfort and security of simulators. A textbook component is included to expose students to popular topics in Construction and Heavy Equipment Operation. A scheduled day of interviews with hiring companies is included to gain valuable interviewing skills. All textbooks are included in tuition.
Tuition: $4500 | FastFoward: $1500
Instructor: Mike Bird
Mon, Wed 4:30 - 8:30 pm & Sat, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Jan 06 - Mar 15, 2025
TRADESMAN CONTINUING EDUCATION
TRADESMAN LICENSING RENEWAL
In Virginia, electricians, plumbers, and mechanical tradesman are required to attend continuing education hours for their trade. We can help you meet that requirement. Our online courses are approved by the Virginia Department of Professional & Occupational Regulation and Board of Contractors. Available classes for GasFitter, Plumbing, HVAC and Electrical. Classes are available Online 24/7
MANUFACTURING
INTRODUCTION TO SUPPLY CHAIN PRINCIPLES (FACILITATED) LIVE ONLINE
The proper management of inventory, the planning process, manufacturing, distribution management, logistics, processes, and the purchasing function are fundamental to a successful supply chain. This course, designed with a practical approach, covers key concepts and terms to start building a working knowledge of the methods, techniques, and language of operations management and supply chain management. Please note that a required one-hour online orientation meeting will take place on January 20 at 6:00 pm, prior to the start of the class. This class meets live online via Zoom.
The place to start! Introducing beginners to the basics of drawing, this course begins with essential incremental steps that provide students the basics of drawing from observation with regular practice. Starting in pencil and then charcoal, each student will leave with finished pieces at the end of 6 weeks. Basic painting and mediums will also be introduced, to enlighten students of next options. See required supply list. Registration deadline is one week prior to class start date.
Tuition: $185 | Instructor: John A. Hancock
Mon 6:30 - 8:30 pm | Jan 27 - Mar 03, 2025 LIVE ONLINE Wed 6:00 - 8:00 pm | Mar 26 - Apr 30, 2025 IN PERSON
NEW SKETCHING AND DRAWING WITH INKS
Develop your ability to combine sketching and drawing with inks. You will explore various types of pens and brushes. Working with traditional black inks, focus will be on techniques for combining line, developing design strategies that balance visual richness with simplicity. Lots of demos, handouts, and feedback. A supply list ($25 minimum) is suggested. Registration deadline a week prior to class start date.
Tuition: $185 | Instructor: John A. Hancock
Wed 6:30 - 8:30 pm | Jan 29 - Mar 05, 2025
SKETCHING WITH INK & WATERCOLOR
Develop your ability to combine Watercolor and Ink for sketching. You will explore various types of pens and brushes. Working with traditional black and brown inks and a classic defined palette of watercolors, you will focus on techniques for combining line, texture and color, while developing design strategies that balance visual richness with simplicity. Lots of demos, handouts, and feedback. A supply list ($25 minimum) is suggested. Registration required by Feb 9.
Tuition: $185 | Instructor: John A. Hancock
Wed 3:00 - 5:00 pm | Mar 26 - Apr 30, 2025
LIFELONG LEARNING
LIFE TRANSITIONS
Life transitions happen – right? Would you like to find out how you can manage the change rather than defer to it? Whether the transition is regarding career, retirement, caregiving, empty-nesting, divorce, etc and/or one of choice or circumstance it doesn’t matter. In this 5-session program you will learn and work with two proven tools that you can use to assess your life’s satisfaction level and to navigate your life transitions easier and with purpose. Also, you will leave with an action plan for a change you desire.
Tuition: $149 | Instructor: Beth M. Allison
Wed 6:00 - 8:00 pm | Jan 29 - Feb 19, 2025
Thu 12:00 - 2:00 pm | Apr 17 - May 08, 2025
NEW QUILTING: BEGINNING YOUR QUILTING JOURNEY
Make a quilt from start to finish with this beginning quilt class. You’ll learn about tools, fabric selection, cutting techniques, construction, and finishing. Completing a rail quilt will get your quilting hobby started! Bring your sewing machine to class - a working knowledge of your sewing machine is required. Must register by Jan 28.
Tuition: $185 | Instructor: Kathy Amend Tue 6:00 - 8:30 pm | Feb 04 - Mar 25, 2025
NEW QUILTING: BUILDING QUILT BLOCKS
Build your knowledge of basic quilting skills by learning how to create flying geese, half square triangles, Lemoyne stars, and more. Create 12 x 14 blocks using a variety of techniques. Bring your sewing machine to class - a working knowledge of your sewing machine is required. A supply list will be included with your registration. Must register by Jan 29.
Tuition: $185 | Instructor: Kathy Amend Wed 6:00 - 8:30 pm | Feb 05 - Mar 26, 2025
NEW JUST BEAD IT!
Learn basic bead weaving techniques, create and take home unique jewelry, keychains, hats and more, using elastic cord and pony beads. After learning the basics, you can experiment with other types of beads, wire and string to create even you own unique items. Registration required a week prior to first class.
Tuition: $129 | Instructor: Leigh Hensley Mon 6:30 - 8:30 pm | Feb 10 - Mar 17, 2025
NEW DISCOVER THE FASCINATING WORLD OF AUCTIONS!
This course explores the high-energy, fast-paced world of auctions. We’ll break down the auctioneer’s rapid-fire chant, journey through the history of auctions, and uncover the psychology behind why auctions captivate us. You’ll also learn some of the basics of auction law and how this dynamic tool drives markets in everything from cattle sales to fine art and today’s online bidding wars. Whether you’re a seasoned auction goer or just curious, this course will show you why auctions are such a powerful force in today’s world.
Tuition: $79 | Instructor: Linford Berry
Tue 6:00 - 9:00 pm | Feb 11, 2025 Tue 6:00 - 9:00 pm | Mar 18, 2025
BEEKEEPING: GETTING STARTED
The honeybee population nationwide has been devastated by infestations of “mites” and numerous diseases; however, with proper care, honeybees can be successfully maintained. In this fun and informative class you will learn about honeybee colony characteristics, required equipment, management techniques and practices, and honeybee disease and parasitic mites. Time will be provided for bee yard hands-on experiences in addition to scheduled classes. Textbook is optional; Registration deadline: Thursday, Feb 26, 2025.
Tuition: $165 | Instructor: Nicole Majer
Wed 6:00 - 8:00 pm | Mar 05 - Mar 26, 2025
MUSIC
BEGINNING UKULELE - LEVEL 1
For the absolute beginner, learn to strum, chord, and pick your Ukulele in this group class. In four weeks you’ll be able to play and sing along with your favorite tunes. Need a Uke? BRCC will loan you one during sessions and for practice at home; request when registering. Soprano and Concert Ukes only; class uses standard GCEA tuning. Registration requested a week prior to first class.
Tuition: $139 | Instructor: Jeff Hensley
Wed 6:30 - 8:00 pm | Feb 05 - Feb 26, 2025
UKULELE NEXT LEVEL - PART 2
Join the ukulele craze! If you already have Uke basics, this course takes you to the next level, where you will learn songs to play at jamming sessions, at your family events, with friends and with little musical experience! Class uses standard GCEA tuning; preferable to have enrolled in a basic Ukulele course prior to this one. Registration requested a week prior to first class.
Tuition: $139 | Instructor: Jeff Hensley
Wed 6:30 - 8:00 pm | Mar 12 - Apr 02, 2025
BEGINNING GUITAR FOR ADULTS
Have you owned a guitar for some time, and need a push to make progress? Though all beginners are welcome, this course is specifically geared towards those who know a few chords and want to play songs! Bring a functioning, recently tuned acoustic guitar and a clip on tuner (available at any local music store). Using standard tuning for these classes, your preferred musical genre will be a component of your study plan. Regular take home handouts included. Registration requested a week prior to first class.
Tuition: $195 | Instructor: Jeff Hensley Mon 6:30 - 8:30 pm | Mar 17 - Apr 21, 2025
POTTERY
CERAMICS: WHEEL THROWN AND/OR HAND-BUILDING
In this class students will learn various techniques including: connecting thrown pots to make a bigger vessel, altering thrown pots to create new shapes, using molds to create large hand-built forms, and general hand building techniques for creating functional and decorative pieces. The student in this class would need to have taken a basic pottery class prior to this course, or be able to make a 4 inch cylinder unaided. Fee provides tools, supplies and 25 lbs of clay. Bring a towel and a mask; registration requested a week prior to first class.
Tuition: $275 | Instructor: Julie Beard Foster or Clark Hamann
Wed 5:30 - 7:45 pm | Jan 15 - Mar 12, 2025 Tue, Thu 5:30 - 7:45 pm | May 08 - Jun 03, 2025
NEW CERAMICS: MUGS GALORE
Ever wanted to make your own ceramic mug? Here is your chance to design and hand-build two personal mugs. In the first session, participants will form and decorate slab-rolled mugs. During the second session, glazing techniques will be discussed and utilized to finish your bisque fired creations. Fired pieces will be picked up at a later date. Join the fun for mugs galore. Bring a towel and a mask. Registration deadline a week prior to first class.
Tuition: $129 | Instructor: Julie Beard Foster Sat 9:00 - 11:00 am | Jan 18 - Feb 08, 2025
NEW CERAMICS: CREATING WITH CLAY
In this class students will practice skills on the pottery wheel as well as build by hand. Experiment with different glazes, and use a variety of of underglazes and engobes. Fee provides tools, supplies and 25 lbs of clay; bring a towel and a mask. Registration requested a week prior to first class
Tuition: $275 | Instructor: Julie Beard Foster Tue 5:30 - 7:45 pm | Jan 21 - Mar 11, 2025
CERAMICS: EXPLORE AND ENJOY CLAY
Discover the fun of creating things from clay. Basic hand building techniques and throwing on the potter’s wheel are part of the adventure. Whether you want to make decorative sculptures or functional pots we’ll explore the possibilities together. Bring a towel and a mask.
Tuition: $275 | Instructor: Clark Hamann
Wed 10:00 am - 12:15 pm | Jan 22 - Mar 12, 2025 Fri 10:00 am - 12:15 pm | May 02 - Jun 20, 2025
CERAMICS: SPRING INTO CERAMICS
Loads of options! First class, participants will handbuild spring themed decorations from clay. Eggs, birds, bunnies, butterflies and so much more may be used to decorate your cookie platter or table top. The second class will focus on glazing. Fired pieces picked by Friday March 15. Bring a towel and a mask.
Tuition: $129 | Instructor: Julie Beard Foster
Sat 9:00 - 11:00 am | Feb 15 - Mar 01, 2025
CERAMICS: CLAY SURFACE DECORATIONS & DISCOVERY
A class designed for discovering different techniques to decorate your clay pieces, these sessions will allow you time to explore and experiment with sfraffito, clay inlays, neriage and nerikomi, way and paper resist, slip trailing and more. Visualize, imagine and create your own unique surface decorations to your specification. Fee provides tools, supplies and 10 lbs of clay. Bring a towel and a mask. Registration requested a week prior to first class start date.
Tuition: $169 | Instructor: Clark Hamann Fri 9:00 - 11:00 am | Feb 21 - Mar 14, 2025
CERAMICS: BEGINNING POTTERY AND BEYOND
In this class students learn various techniques including: connecting thrown pots to make a bigger vessel, altering thrown pots to create new shapes, using molds to create large hand-built forms, and general hand building techniques for creating functional and decorative pieces. The student in this class would need to have taken a basic pottery class prior to this course, or be able to make a 4 inch cylinder unaided. Fee provides tools, supplies and 25 lbs of clay; bring a towel and a mask. Registration requested a week prior to first class.
Tuition: $275 | Instructor: Julie Beard Foster Tue 5:30 - 7:45 pm | Mar 18 - May 06, 2025
CERAMICS: WHEEL THROWING AND GLAZE EXPLORATIONS
Students will make glaze test tiles and experiment with new glaze combinations and glaze effects prior to creating new pieces. Glazing can either make or break a work of art; this course offers proven results prior to the actual glazing of student works. Students may experiment with wheel thrown or hand built pieces. Fee provides tools, supplies and 25 lbs of clay. Bring a towel and a mask. Registration required one week prior to first class.
Tuition: $275 | Instructor: Julie Beard Foster Wed 5:30 - 7:45 pm | Mar 19 - May 07, 2025
CERAMICS: FURTHER ADVENTURES WITH CLAY
Already masatered the basics of making things in clay? Wanting to experiment in more complex forms or new ways to decorate your work? This class is for you! Explore lids, handles, spouts, closed forms and joinend forms. Endless possibilities! Fee provides tools, supplies and 25 lbs of clay; bring a towel and a mask. Registration requested a week prior to first class start date.
Tuition: $275 | Instructor: Clark Hamann Wed 10:00 am - 12:15 pm | Mar 19 - May 07, 2025
YOUTH
THEATRE WORKSHOP FOR YOUTH: FOOLS BY NEIL SIMON
Join us this Spring for FOOLS by Neil Simon. Leon Tolchinsky is ecstatic. He’s landed a terrific teaching job in an idyllic Russian hamlet. When he arrives, he finds people sweeping dust back into their houses and people milking upside down to get more cream. The town has been cursed with Chronic Stupidity for two hundred years, and Leon’s job is to break the curse. Theatre Workshop for Youth will culminate in performances: May 16 - 18 in BRCC’s Fine Arts Center Black Box Theatre. Rehearsal schedule sent with class confirmation.
Last Day to Register: Fri, Jan 10 | Ages 8-17
Tuition: $375 | Director: Justine Mackey Fri 5:00 - 8:00 pm Sat 9:00 am - 12:00 pm | Jan 17 - May 10, 2025
NEW SUMMER NIGHTS: COLLECTION OF DANCE SCENES FROM GREASE
Dancers! Join us for Summer Nights: A Collection of Dance Scenes from the musical Grease. This 6-week youth dance program culminates in a final performance of famous and originally created scenes from the musical GREASE. Each class session begins with an acting and jazz dance warm-up, learning and refining dance steps for choreography. To become comfortable and start developing artistic skills, you will explore dance games, acting games, and improvisation of both. Students receive a part in the dance performance, with acting and lip syncing. Small portions of class time may be spent crafting props, costume pieces, show materials, and small set design. 2025 Performance is Friday, March 21, 2025 at 7 pm, BRCC Plecker Center.
Last Date to Register: Wed, Feb 5 | Ages 9 - 17
Tuition: $195 | Instructor: Bryanna Dean Mon 5:00 - 7:00 pm | Feb 10 - Mar 17, 2025
FINE ARTS EXHIBITIONS & THEATER
FINE ARTS CENTER GALLERY V121
ANNA WESTFALL: BEYOND SIGHT
Lecture: 11:30 am
Reception: 12:30 pm | Tues, Jan 28, 2025 Jan 13 - Feb 17, 2025
SUSAN ROSEN AND KAREN ROSASCO: SHAPING THE SPACE
Lecture: 11:30 am
Reception: 12:30 pm | Thu, Feb 27, 2025 Feb 21 - April 3, 2025
BRCC STUDENT EXHIBITION
Reception: 12:30 pm | Tue, Apr 22, 2025 April 9, 2025 - September 3, 2025
Learn more at www.brcc.edu/fac/exhibitions
KINETIC GALLERY: FINE ARTS CENTER
December/January | Commonwealth Cyber Initiative: BRCC Student Works from Fractured Reflections: Navigating AI, Cybersecurity, and the Shifting Self “Steal Your Face” Exhibition
February | Recent Works by BRCC Intermediate Ceramic Students
March | Women’s History Month: BRCC Student Works from Painting, Watercolor, and Computer Graphics II Courses
THEATRE PERFORMANCES
RUMORS
BY NEIL SIMON
Director: Robb Zahm | Presented by: Waynesboro Players Fine Arts Center Black Box Theatre V135
