2025 March BCE Viewbook by Mid-Plains Community College

BUSINESS & COMMUNITY EDUCATION

Whether you want to take a class for fun, to improve your skills, unleash your creativity, or prepare for a new career, Business & Community Education at Mid-Plains Community College can help. We offer traditional classroom and online classes as well as certificate programs to meet your individual learning needs.

More information, class content and demonstrations for all online classes and certificate programs are available at each site. If you have any questions about online classes, Call us at 308-344-8603.

Do you need a new skill to compete for your dream job? MPCC’s GAP Program may be just what you are looking for.

If you qualify, you may receive full or partial financial assistance and job training. Funding is only available for one training program per person. Call now to see if you qualify or find out what WE can do for you!

Here are just a few of the programs we have assisted other students with:

• CNA/Med Aide

• EMT

• Ready to Work: MIG Welding Skills

• CDL/Bus Driving/CLP/Hazmat

ELIGIBILITY

Gap Tuition Assistance is based on several criteria: financial need, Nebraska resident, high school diploma or GED, and ability to work in the U.S. To qualify you must meet the income criteria and be eligible to work full time.

SUPPORT

Meet with us to explore what career options are best for you. We will connect you with local resources and get the eligibility process started.

For more information, contact us at 308-344-8602 or kirchers@mpcc.edu or visit mpcc.edu/community-and-business/gap-assistance-program.php

COMMERCIAL DRIVER TRAINING

5 WEEKS OF TRAINING

Prior to enrollment: DOT physical & CLP required

Entry Level

Driver Training

• Class A, Combination & Air Brakes

• ELDT Compliant

• Classroom & Range Training

• Financial Aid Available for those who qualify

Now Offering

• The HAZMAT Endorsement

• School Bus and Passenger Bus Endorsements

CLP Prep classes

Mar 17 & 18

May 5 & 6

June 16 & 17

July 28 & 29

CDL Class A ELDT

Apr 7-May 9 May 19-June 20

Hazmat ELDT

Apr 14 & 15 May 26 & 27

June 30 & July 1

LIFESTYLE & WELLNESS

WEIGHTLIFTING & FITNESS EDUCATION

Wednesdays | 7-8pm | 8-9pm

Graff Events Center Weight Room

Sarah Hardin | $30 per session

APRIL 9-MAY21 MAY 28-JULY 9

This class is designed to educate and empower students to use and interact with a wide variety of workout equipment. All students will receive instruction to help them customize a workout routine appropriate for their fitness level outside of the class. Feel comfortable and confident learning proper mechanics and working out in a weight room only open to this class.

YOGA

Thursdays | Apr 3-24

Thursdays | May 1-29 (no class May 22)

6:30-7:30pm | East Campus Conference Room 2

Katie Farrell | $29

A vinyasa style yoga class suitable for both new and experienced yogis! Breath is connected with movement in a feel-good class that flows from one pose to the next. Classes are structured with short meditation, breathing exercises, sun salutations, balance work and deep stretching. Bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothing.

GUIDED MINDFULNESS CLASS: PERMISSION TO REST

Apr 22 | 7-8pm | East Campus Room 205

Terra Michaelis | $15

Mindfulness is a practice of awareness. Learn how to incorporate mindfulness in your everyday life, helping you slow your thoughts and focus on one task at a time. In this class you will learn different ways to practice mindfulness and become present, without judgment, in your own mind.

WRITE YOUR OWN OBITUARY

May 12 | 11am-12:30pm | East Campus Room 205

Ronna Morse | $45

No one knows how to summarize your life and accomplishments more accurately than you do. Why not save your loved ones this painful task when the time comes? Attend this workshop to craft your own obituary and to discuss other helpful related topics.

LAST BATTLE ON THE PLAINS TOUR

June 13 | 9am-3:45pm | $30 includes lunch Embark on a journey through history as experts chronicle the setting and events leading up to the last U. S. battle between the Sioux and the Pawnee. Matt Reed, Pawnee Tribal Historic Preservation Officer from Pawnee, OK, will guide us through the story of this historical day.

Participants will travel to Massacre Canyon at Trenton for a firsthand look at the actual site and the monument commemorating the last Indian battle on the Plains. Reed, along with Tom Baker, farmer, educator, historian, and former Nebraska legislator and Cathy Upton, educator and passionate Hitchcock County historian, will share the stories and artifacts of this epic event. The tour will continue to the ArtBank McCook to experience John Thein’s Wounded Knee collection. Registration is required.

BUSINESS & TECHNOLOGY

GETTING RETIREMENT RIGHT

Apr 1 | 6-9pm | East Campus Room 205

Mark Mayfield | $39/person or per couple

Preparing for retirement is probably the single most important financial challenge you face today! This course will teach you to apply new truths and techniques that will help you prepare for what’s ahead so you can retire successfully and keep your retirement plan on track.

BACKYARD GREENHOUSE

Apr 8 | 6-8pm | East Campus room 205

Alissa Erickson, Busy B’s Garden & Greenhouse | $25

Learn how to make a greenhouse work for you all year long. From setting up for our brutal Nebraska weather to managing temperatures and humidity, we will walk you through the strategies we use to successfully grow our plants all year in the greenhouse.

LOAD CALCULATIONS FOR THE NEC

Apr 11 | 8am-4pm & Apr 12 | 8am-noon East Campus 212 | Scott Mustion | $180

This class will focus on load calculations. It will use a calculation sheet created for the class and it will be used in conjunction with the code articles.

COMMERCIAL LEARNER’S PERMIT (CLP) PREP CLASS

April 29 & 30 | 8am-5pm

Will Cleveland via Zoom | $159 call 308-535-3687 to register

Do you need your CDL? This course is designed to provide material relevant to obtaining your Commercial Driver’s Permit and covers topics from general knowledge to air brakes and combination vehicles. Our goal is to prepare students to successfully complete the CLP testing.

ONE-ON-ONE COMPUTER TRAINING

This learning opportunity is designed for the person who wants one-on-one attention, giving personalized attention on the computer topic that meets your specific need. Class takes place in one of our training rooms. You may use your own laptop, or one provided by the college, depending upon needs. Call 345-8122 to visit with someone about one-on-one computer training. Cost is determined by number of hours and type of training.

FORKLIFT-SCISSOR LIFT-TELEHANDLER TRAINING

Available upon request. Call to set up a class instructed by BJ Schellenberg, Common Sense Safety.

Each year, thousands of injuries related to forklift and warehouse equipment accidents occur in the U.S. Unfortunately, most employee injuries and property damage can be attributed to lack of safe operating procedures, lack of safety-rule enforcement and insufficient or inadequate training. As it is a violation of Federal law for anyone UNDER 18 years of age to operate a forklift or for anyone OVER 18 years of age who is not properly trained to do so, this class will OSHA train and qualify students to legally operate a forklift, scissor lift, telehandler, and skid steer. A certificate of completion will be offered upon conclusion of the class. Customized training upon request.

EMERGENCY SERVICES

HEARTSAVER CPR, FIRST AID & AED

May 21 & 22 | 6-9pm | East Campus 131 | Bob Molcyk | $70

Learn the hands-on approach to emergency, focusing on the skills needed for a first responder. Class includes CPR/AED, first aid for choking (including pediatric emergency first response) and how to manage illness and injuries before help arrives. American Heart Association Certificate is provided upon successful completion of this course. Class will include pediatric instruction for childcare providers.

BASIC LIFE SUPPORT PROVIDER (CPR)

Apr 23 OR June 18 | 6-10pm

East Campus 131 | Bob Molcyk | $70

Basic Life Support Provider course is designed to teach CPR skills to aid victims of all ages. The use of AED, ventilation with barrier devices and relief of foreign body airway obstructions are taught. This course is relevant for those who provide care to patients in both the hospital and pre-hospital environments. Completion leads to a certification card that is valid for two years.

ARTS & CRAFTS

SPRING INTO CHARCUTERIE

Apr 3, 5:30-7pm | East Campus 205 | Tammy Higgins | $49

Learn the basic skills of creating a beautiful charcuterie board and get hands-on, step-by-step instruction and guidance. Create this edible masterpiece filled with meats and cheeses and sprinkled with sweet delights. Bring your own board. All other supplies will be provided for you to create this delectable display of food, ushering in the upcoming season in style.

ART WORKSHOP: HAND-BUILDING WITH CLAY

Apr 12 | 10am-1pm & Apr 26 | 9:30-11am

East Campus 206 | Deonne Hinz | $65

Grades 3 through adults: Join us for this two-day clay workshop designed for beginners and those looking to refresh their skills in basic hand-building techniques. Participants will explore three fundamental methods of creating unique, functional and decorative ceramic pieces: coil, slab, and pinch construction. With step-by-step guidance, you’ll learn how to use these techniques to create your own clay masterpiece-a small dish, vase, or sculptural object. Class is perfect for beginners, individuals who are new to hand-building, or anyone interested in learning or revisiting basic clay techniques. No prior experience necessary! Come get your hands dirty and discover the joy of working with clay!

16+ TECHNIQUES OF ACRYLIC FLUID ART (POURING)

Apr 17 | 10am-noon | East Campus 205 | Rose Mapel | $50

Learn 16+ techniques of acrylic fluid art! You have seen this abstract form of art on social media, now learn how to get the cells to pop! It is not as messy as it sounds but do wear painting clothes to class. Watch a demonstration of each technique and then it is your turn to have some fun. All supplies are provided but you will need to bring cardboard to transport home your two coaster size blanks and a larger size blank.

DOUBLE STAR STENCIL OR GEOMETRIC OUTDOOR BARN QUILT

Apr 17 | 1-4pm | East Campus 205 | Rose Mapel

2’x2’double star stencil OR 2’x2’ gridded geometric | $80

Paint an outdoor barn quilt that will last. It can be used indoors as well. ACM only-wood is not used. Choice of a barn quilt with the Double Star stencil design or a geometric design from the pattern board at class.

Students should bring yellow Delicate Frogtape (1.41 width is best; typically purchased at a hardware store), hair dryer and a heavyduty extension cord.

If you would like Rose to bring you additional blanks, NOT Class Barn Quilt blanks, call or text 308-529-8992.

SKETCHING THE NATURAL WORLD: THE ART OF NATURE JOURNALING

Apr 26 & May 3 | 9-11am

East Campus 205 | Karrie Steely | $45

In this workshop you’ll discover how to keep a nature journal as a way to connect with creation, cultivate curiosity and build creative confidence. We’ll cover developing an “artist’s eye”, overcoming creative obstacles, finding inspiration in nature, experimenting with various styles and making time for daily creativity. Workshops include presentations, demonstrations and nature walks for journaling time (weather permitting), in addition to opportunities for sharing. No experience necessary. Fee includes a journal and sketching supplies. Ages 16+

PRINTMAKING WITH EVERYDAY MATERIALS

Apr 26 | noon-2:30pm | East Campus 205 | Karrie Steely | $45

Art and crafting come together in this fun workshop using household materials and crafting supplies. We’ll make print blocks and then use the blocks to make colorful artistic prints on stationary. You’ll have unique stationary to share with friends and family- made by you! No experience necessary. Materials provided. Ages 16+

THE ART OF GOUACHE:

EXPLORING OPACITY, COLOR & TEXTURE

May 3 | noon-2:30pm | East Campus 205 | Karrie Steely | $45

What is gouache, anyway? Gouache paint combines the opacity of acrylics and the translucence of watercolors and can be used either way. We’ll explore fundamental techniques, color mixing, and applications through demonstrations and hands-on activities, completing a simple painting while exploring concepts. Experience not necessary but being ready to have fun is! Materials provided. Ages 16+

SKETCHING THE NATURAL WORLD PART II

May 31 & June 4 | 9-11am

East Campus 205 | Karrie Steely | $35

Building on the skills from the first session, we’ll further explore journaling techniques and mediums through presentations and demos. We’ll have time for quiet journaling outside in nature (weather permitting) and time to come together and share our experiences. No materials provided with class fee, but students can buy materials from instructor or bring their own journal and sketching supplies. Ages 16+

THE COLOR OF EVERYTHING: AN INTRODUCTION TO COLOR THEORY

May 31 & June 7 | noon-2pm

Karrie Steely | East Campus 205 | $45

Join us for two sessions of entertaining activities and immersion in everything color. We’ll explore the basics of color theory and applications in everyday life using interactive presentations, handson activities and fun quizzes. You don’t have to be an artist; you’ll gain confidence and never see the world the same way again! Materials included. Ages 16+

CHILDREN & YOUNG ADULT

NEBRASKA HUNT SAFE SESSION

Apr 5 | 10am-noon | East Campus 206 | Mike Schoup

Class provides testing for Firearm and Archery Safety after selfstudy is completed online. Must register online with Nebraska Game and Parks. http://outdoornebraska.ne.gov/hunting/ programs/education/hunted.asp.

HUNTER’S SAFETY

Tuesdays | April 8-29 | 6:30-8:30pm

East Campus 206 | Mike Schoup | FREE

Nebraska State Law requires anyone 11 years of age or older, born on or after January 1, 1977, to have successfully completed a Firearm Hunter Education course prior to hunting. There is no maximum age limit for students and this course is provided at no cost. Students successfully completing this course will have a better understanding of their outdoor obligations to the landowner, to the resources, to other hunters, and to themselves. Students must pre-register at http://outdoornebraska.ne.gov/hunting/ programs/education/hunted.asp.

ART WORKSHOP: HAND-BUILDING WITH CLAY

Apr 12 | 10am-1pm & April 26 | 9:30-11am East Campus 206 | Deonne Hinz | $65

Grades 3 through adults: Join us for this two-day clay workshop designed for beginners and those looking to refresh their skills in basic hand-building techniques. Participants will explore three fundamental methods of creating unique, functional and decorative ceramic pieces: coil, slab and pinch construction. With step-by-step guidance, you’ll learn how to use these techniques to create your own clay masterpiece-a small dish, vase, or sculptural object. Class is perfect for beginners, individuals who are new to hand-building, or anyone interested in learning or revisiting basic clay techniques. No prior experience necessary! Come get your hands dirty and discover the joy of working with clay!

SPIKE LEGO PROGRAMMING

Apr 28-30 | 4-6pm | East Campus 206 | Todd Weimer | $40

Students will learn about all the sensors, motors and light matrix of the Spike Lego. After a thorough examination of these components, students will build a driving base. Participants will program their driving base to navigate through a series of missions and mazes.

DRIVERS EDUCATION

Summer class dates TBD

Please call to be put on the wait list | $260

Drivers Education teaches teens the basic traffic laws, driver awareness, rules of the road and basic motor vehicle operation. This class consists of 20 classroom hours and five hours of drive time. Driving session will be separate from class time. Students must be 14-18 years old, attend all sessions, have a learner’s permit before class begins and meet all drive requirements in order to obtain the Drive Test Waiver. The Nebraska DMV reserves the right to test anyone at any time. A book will be provided.

APPLIED SKILLS & TRADES

FORKLIFT/SCISSOR LIFT /TELEHANDLER/SKID STEER TRAINING

RESPONSIBLE ALCOHOL SERVER TRAINING

Apr 1 | May 6 | June 2 | 4-5pm

WW 202/204 | Officer Rory Little NPPD

In an effort to deter substance abuse and to make sure alcohol does not end up in the wrong hands, Community Connections and the North Platte Police Department have teamed up to educate those who sell and serve alcohol. Preregistration is not necessary.

WATER OPERATOR TRAINING

Mar 25 | 8am-5pm | WW 204 | Mark Wentink

This class is for utility personnel from communities in Nebraska striving to pass the Grade IV Water Operator examination for which the license is issued through Nebraska DEE.

LOAD CALCULATIONS FOR THE NEC-ELECTRICAL CONTINUING EDUCATION

Apr 4 | 8am-5pm & Apr 5 | 8am-noon | Scott Mustion | $180

This class will focus on load calculations. It will use a calculation sheet created for the class and will be used in conjunction with the code articles. This course will count for 12 CE hours.

BEGINNING COMPUTER SKILLS

Apr 10 | 6-9pm | WW Wood 206 | Kally Vogl | $40

This class will help beginners get up and running, quickly and simply. This hands-on course will cover very basic computer skills and terminology, including an explanation of the basic components of the computer, using a mouse, creating and saving a document, navigating the internet safely and email set-up. Laptop computers will be provided for class use.

EMERGENCY SERVICES

BASIC LIFE SUPPORT PROVIDER

Apr 2 | 9am-1pm | WW 204 | Kellie Mahanes | $70

Apr 5 | 9am-1pm | HASC 120 | Matt Perlinger | $70

Apr 22 | 9am-1pm | HASC 120 | Matt Perlinger | $70

May 3 | 9am-1pm | HASC 120 | Jessica Grasmick | $70

May 7 | 9am-1pm | WW 204 | Kellie Mahanes | $70

June 4 | 9am-1pm | WW 204 | Kellie Mahanes | $70

June 18 | 9am-1pm | WW 204 | Kellie Mahanes | $70

The AHA’s BLS Course is designed for healthcare professionals and other personnel who need to know how to perform CPR and other basic cardiovascular life support skills in a wide variety of in-facility and pre-hospital settings.

PEDIATRIC ADVANCED LIFE SUPPORT (PALS) PROVIDER

8am-5 pm | WW Wood 204 | Heather Jensen | $240

A hands-on demonstration for learning basic knowledge for medical professionals.

HEARTSAVER CPR, FIRST AID & AED

9am-5:30pm | HASC 120 | Jessica Grasmick | $70

Learn the hands-on approach to emergency, focusing on the skills needed for a first responder. Class includes CPR/AED, first aid for choking (including pediatric emergency first response), and how to manage illness and injuries before help arrives. American Heart Association Certificate is provided upon successful completion of this course. Class will include pediatric instruction for childcare providers.

EMERGENCY NURSING PEDIATRIC COURSE (ENPC)

Apr 17-18 | 8am-5pm | WW Wood 204 | Kellie Mahanes | $265

The Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course is a 2-day course designed for RNs to provide core-level pediatric knowledge and psychomotor skills needed to care for pediatric patients in an emergency setting. LPNs & Respiratory Care may attend for CEUs but will not receive a course completion card or take part in testing. Completion leads to a certification card that is valid for four years. It is required that you review your student manual and listen to the CD prior to coming to class. You MUST bring your student manual to class.

PEDIATRIC ADVANCED LIFE SUPPORT (PALS) RENEWAL

Apr 18 | 8am-5pm | WW Wood 209 | Ann Marie Bakere | $145 Training for medical professionals.

NEONATAL RESSUCIATATION PROGRAM (NRP) PROVIDER

Great Plains Health | Hayley Jenny | $150

APRIL 28 | 9AM-1PM

MAY 22 | 9AM-1PM

JUNE 24 | 9AM-1PM

28 | 5PM-8PM

22 | 5PM-8PM

24 | 5PM-8PM

The course is designed for physicians, RNs, LPNs & Respiratory Therapists providing care to neonates. It is designed to provide healthcare practitioners with the knowledge and skills necessary to resuscitate newborns. In order to gain maximum benefit from this course, it is important for participants to review materials and complete the pretests in the student manual prior to attending the course.

AWHONN INTERMEDIATE FETAL MONITORING

May 14 | 9am-5pm, GPH, Kellie Mahanes & Hayley Jenny

The interactive, two-day intermediate workshop (18 nursing contact hours) is designed for registered nurses, certified nurse midwives, or physicians with a minimum six months clinical nursing experience using fetal heart monitoring technology in an intrapartum setting. It is expected that the participant already has basic knowledge and related skills in the following areas:

• Maternal and fetal physiology

• Interpretation of fetal and uterine monitor tracings

• Evaluation of auscultated fetal heart sounds

• Leopold’s Maneuvers

• Placement of fetal spiral electrodes and intrauterine pressure catheters

• Evaluation of and strategies for enhancing communication

ADVANCED CARDIOVASCULAR LIFE SUPPORT (ACLS) PROVIDER

May 14-15 | 8am-5pm | $210

Students will learn and practice a set of clinical guidelines for the urgent and emergent treatment of life-threatening cardiovascular conditions that will cause or have caused cardiac arrest, using advanced medical procedures, medications and techniques.

TRAUMA NURSING CORE COURSE (TNCC)

May 21-22 | 8am-5pm

WW Wood 204 | Kellie Mahanes | $265

The Trauma Nursing Core course is a two-day course designed by the Emergency Nurses Association for RNs. It is designed to provide the learner with basic trauma knowledge & psychomotor skills. LPNs, Respiratory Care & Paramedics may attend for CEU’s but will not receive a course completion card or take part in testing. Completion leads to a certification card that is valid for four years. It is required that you review your student manual and complete the eight interactive online modules. Modules must be complete prior to the first day of class or you will not be allowed to proceed. You must bring your student manual to class.

ARTS & CRAFTS

GROW YOUR FOOD BUSINESS

WITH A GOVERNMENT GRANT (ENGLISH)

Apr 9 | 6-7:30pm | WW 203 | Ben Dutton | $15

Learn about how to apply for up to $50,000 to start or grow your local food-based business through the Heartland Regional Food Business Center with the Business Builder grant. You’ll get strategies for a successful application and learn about resources to help your business thrive.

SPRING CONTAINER MAKE & TAKE

The Garden Glove, 1800 East 12th St, North Platte | $55

10 | 2-4PM

Bring your own container 8 to 12” inches. Planters are available for purchase if you do not have one. The Garden Glove will provide 3 plants, soil, fertilizer, and knowledge to grow a healthy planter of flowers. Flowers are planted on the day of class, left in the green house to grow, and be taken care of by your garden professionals, and then please have them picked up BEFORE Mother’s Day weekend. Registration deadline 5 pm, April 7.

CREZCA SU NEGOCIO DE ALIMENTOS

CON

UNA BECA DEL GOBIERNO

13 de Abril | 6-7:30pm | WW 203 | Ben Dutton | $15

En este taller de 1.5 horas, aprenderá cómo solicitar hasta $50,000 para iniciar o crecer su negocio de alimentos locales a través del Heartland Regional Food Business Center con la beca Business Builder. Obtendrá estrategias para una solicitud exitosa y aprenderá sobre recursos para ayudar a que su negocio prospere.

TRUE

THE RED, WHITE & BLUE

Apr 21 | 6-7:30pm | WW Wood 202 | Eric Gonzalez | $25

Learn about patriotism and what it means to serve your country. Spend an hour with members of the local VFW. You will learn about flag code, honor and servant leadership. Hands on practice of folding the American flag.

BEE’S KNEES, ACRYLIC PAINTING

May 17 | 3:30-5:30pm | Prairie Arts Center | Holly Carlini | $45

Paint with the Prairie Arts Center! In this 2-hour class you will learn how to paint a bee and flowers with acrylic paint. This 12 x 12 canvas is the perfect size to learn techniques on loose airy strokes - or just join to have fun! Any level welcome.

PATRIOTIC WREATH DESIGN WORKSHOP

June 3 | 5:30-8pm | WW Wood 203 | Tammy Higgins | $65

Learn how to make a mesh wreath with deco mesh and wireedged ribbon using simple steps. Use pipe cleaners, mesh bows, ribbon and a sign to make a welcoming wreath. Ribbon, mesh, zip ties and pipe cleaners provided to make a patriotic wreath just in time for July 4th.

MOSS ART WORKSHOP

Apr 15 | 6-8pm | WW Wood | $45

Let your creativity run wild with this venture into the world of biophilic design! Using preserved moss and other natural materials, we will create a unique and effortlessly beautiful art piece that would add a perfect touch of greenery to any space - no watering required! The cost of this workshop is $50 with all the materials necessary to design and decorate a 12x12 frame. Pre-registration is required, as class size is limited! This experience will be perfect for anyone who appreciates flora or cottage core aesthetic.

WELCOME MAT WORKSHOP

June 10 | 6-8pm | WW Wood | $45

Choose from over 30 stencil designs, and a plethora of paint colors to make the perfect “Welcome Mat”. Let your personality shine through as you create in this fun and functional class!

PRESSED FLOWERS & TEA TASTING

May 15 | 6-8pm

Mikaela Metzger, Nebraska Art & Soul | WW Wood | $45

Dust off your floral sundress and join us at MPCC this Spring! Discover the beauty of this lost Victorian era art form as we create effortlessly beautiful pieces from real pressed flowers and greenery. In this approximate 2-hour workshop, we will cover the basics of flower pressing, learn a little bit about the history of this practice and sample a variety of teas that will pair perfectly with this pastime and pay homage to simpler days gone by! Cost of this workshop is $45 and includes all the supplies necessary to create a gorgeous 8x8 pressed flower art piece, plus the choice between a bookmark or greeting cards to decorate, in addition to a sampling of several loose-leaf teas. Sundresses/ Sunday best attire is highly encouraged but not required! Pre-registration is required as class size is limited. Call 308-535-3678.

MOTORSCHOOL

ENTRY

LEVEL DRIVER TRAINING (ELDT) FOR CDL CLASS A OR CLASS B

Apr 7-May 9 | May 19-June 20

Instruction focuses on fundamental basics needed to become a professional driver. Topics range from basic vehicle operation to whistle blower protections. Labs are hands-on training for the driver enabling them to conduct a proper pre-trip, enroute and post trip (DVIR) inspections, proper hooking and unhooking procedures, sliding of tandems and fifth wheels. Behind-the-wheel training is just that. Driver trainees will learn how to maneuver a tractor-trailer around tight corners, make proper lane changes and drive in traffic. They also will learn and become proficient in backing and docking.

At the end of this training, Central States Safety and Driver Training will administer the necessary CDL Skills tests for the driver trainee to get their CDL License. Must register by phone 308-535-3687

INTRODUCTION TO TRUCK DRIVING

Apr 8 | 5:30-7:30pm | MB 134 | Josh Young | $25

CDL Instructors will give a brief overview of truck driving careers and skills needed to be a truck driver. Students will have an opportunity to use our state-of-the-art truck driving simulator.

HAZARDOUS MATERIAL ENDORSEMENT DRIVER TRAINING

8am-5pm | MB 134 | Will Cleveland | $300

APRIL 14 & 15

MAY 26 & 27

JUNE 30 & JULY 1

This is an Entry Level Driver Training approved theory course. A theory course must be completed before taking the HAZMAT endorsement class. The course covers rule, regulations and safety practices when hauling hazardous materials. Instructor Will Cleveland has 17 years of law enforcement experience. A book will be provided for this class.

MOTORCYCLE SAFETY FOUNDATION BASIC RIDER COURSE

Most weekends | April 26-Oct 4

7:30am-5pm | WW Woods | $289

The Basic Rider Course is based on the Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) curriculum. Riders can get a license and learn essential riding skills in one course. MSF designed the BRC for beginning riders with no previous riding experience, and it’s also recommended for returning riders. Students are required to complete the MSF eCourse online prior to the class start date. Students can take the eCourse for free and will receive instructions upon full registration.

Please call 308-535-3687 for more information.

DOT COMMERCIAL LICENSE PERMIT (CLP) PREP CLASS

8am-5 pm | MB 134 | Will Cleveland | $159

MAY 5 & 6

JUNE 16 & 17

This course is designed to provide material relevant to the DOT Commercial License Permit (CLP). Content includes general knowledge, air brakes and combination vehicles. Our goal is to prepare students to successfully complete the CLP testing.

DRIVER’S EDUCATION

Call to be put on the wait list for the next class

Driver’s Education teaches teens the basic traffic laws, driver awareness, rules of the road and basic motor vehicle operation. This class consists of 20 classroom hours and five hours of drive time. Driving session will be separate from class time. Students must be 14, attend all sessions, have a learner’s permit before class begins, and meet all drive requirements in order to obtain the Drive Test Waiver. The Nebraska DMV reserves the right to test anyone at any time. A book will be provided.

Call 308-345-8122 to be put on the wait list.

CHILDREN & YOUNG ADULT

INTRODUCTION TO TRUCK DRIVING SIMULATOR

Apr 8 | 5-7pm | McB 134 | Josh Young | $25

Mid-Plains Community College CDL Instructors will give a brief overview of truck driving careers and skills needed to be a truck driver. Students will have an opportunity to use our state-of-the-art truck driving simulator.

YOUTH CPR CLASS (HEARTSAVER CPR & AED)

Apr 29 | 6-8pm | WW Wood | Rebecca Wrage | $70

Heartsaver CPR AED is available in two different training methods – blended learning and classroom training. All Heartsaver CPR AED course options teach the same AHA science-based skills and result in the same AHA Course Completion Card.

NUTRITION & FITNESS FOR KIDS

Apr 30 & May 1 | 6-7pm | WW Wood

Camden Grasmick & Tammy Higgins | $40

This is class will help kids see the importance of leading a healthy lifestyle. Food choices and exercise benefits will be covered in this class.

CHICKEN SCRATCH

May 13 | 6-8pm | WW Wood | Rebecca Wrage | $15

Want to raise chickens but don’t know where to start? Rebecca Wrage will instruct on what one needs to know about having a chicken farm and will provide information to help avoid as many hiccups and disasters as possible. Topics include where one can raise chickens, supplies needed, coop size, protecting chickens form predators, best breeds for production, how to store eggs and more.

EXPLORING ESPORTS

May 20 | 6-8pm

WW Wood esports room | Taylor Pantenburg | $19

Learn about esports from NPCC esports coach Taylor Pantenburg. Taylor will explain the competitions and will show students the games that they play. Participants will an opportunity to play as well using the equipment in the E-gaming room. If you have a controller, please bring it along with the connection cable that goes with it. Recommend controllers are Xbox, PlayStation & Nintendo Switch. Those without controllers will still be able to participate utilizing mouse and keyboard.

BROKEN BOW

ARTISTIC BEADING 101

Apr 5 | 10am-4pm | Erin Woodward

Erin will be bringing her bead working talent to the Broken Bow campus to teach you how to bead. Make a keychain and take the finished project home with you that day. You will need to bring a bead loom and some other materials to class with you (list will be provided upon registration).

LANDSCAPE WATERCOLOR PAINTING W/LES

April 3-4 | 9am-4pm | Lester Lee | $125

Come join us and learn the craft of watercolor painting. The class will be taught by Lester Lee, Art instructor from Utah. He is a multiple award-winning painter and winner of teacher of the year! It will be a fun day of learning, good for any skill set of painters. A watercolor supply list will be provided upon registration. Lunch will be provided for attendees. You can call Pat Smith with questions or to register at 308-870-0995.

This class is being put on by a local business so no fees will be collected by us, and we don’t have to worry about paying instructor, we are just advertising for it and hosting it.

CHICKEN SCRATCH

April 23 | 5:30-7:30pm | Rebecca Wrage | $20

HEARTSAVER MONTHLY CPR/FIRST AID

10am-4pm | $70

APRIL 25

MAY 30

LET’S MAKE A T-SHIRT QUILT

Apr 26 | 10am-4pm | Jeanne Schumacher | $30

Use all those T-shirts that you have and learn how to make your own T-shirt quilt. Jeanne has many years’ experience in the quilting realm. Bring your sewing machine, pins, cutting mat, cutter, t shirts, material for backing/edging and batting (specifics will be provided upon registration). We will be making a lap sized quilt.

MAKING A RAG QUILT

May 31 | 10am-4pm | Jeanne Schumacher | $30

Now you can make your own rag quilt with the skills that you will learn from Jeanne. Jeanne has many years’ experience in the quilting realm. Bring your sewing machine, pins, cutting mat, cutter, material and batting (specifics will be provided upon registration). We will be making a lap sized quilt to learn on.

ADVANCED ARTISTIC BEADING

May 3, 10 am – 4 pm, Erin Woodard, Cost TBD

Come join Erin and expand your knowledge on beading. She will be continuing from where the introduction class left off. If you have prior experience with beading feel free to come join us. You will have your choice of projects to make during class (supply list will be provided upon registration).

IMPERIAL

GETTING RETIREMENT RIGHT

Apr 3 | 6-9pm | Mark Mayfield | $39 per person/couple

CHICKEN SCRATCH

Apr 8 | 5:30-7:30pm | Rebecca Wrage | $18

INTRODUCTION TO BRAIN MAPPING & NEUROFEEDBACK

Tuesdays | Apr 15-May 6

6:30-8:30pm | Rhonda Osborne, LPC, Tara Loya | $130

This course is designed to introduce basic concepts of quantitative EEG analysis aka brain mapping and neurofeedback for the identification and treatment of brain related disorders such as epilepsy, depression, anxiety, learning disorders, attentional disorders such as ADHD, oppositional behaviors, sensory processing issues and sleep disorders. Participants will engage in the brain mapping process and will be exposed to the reading and interpretation of their raw EEG data. The theory and application of neurofeedback current EEG amplifiers, training software and EEG research will be presented. Join in a neurofeedback training session based on EEG brain maps, as well as observe other participants undergoing training.

JOYFUL BLOOMS

Apr 15 | 6:30-8pm

Held at Seize the Daisy in Benkelman | Nickole Sis | $85

Participants will create their own Spring arrangement to take home using a gorgeous and colorful assortment of seasonal spring blooms.

OGALLALA

SHUDOKAN KARATE

Tuesdays & Thursdays

5:15-6:30pm | Mark Cohen | $49/month

DIGITAL MARKETING STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESS

Apr 17 | 9-10:30am | Lana Shaw | FREE

Gain valuable insight from Shaw on effective digital marketing strategies that will support the success of your small business this summer. (A Progressive Business Groups offering)

JUNE

Teaches flexibility, coordination, self-defense, discipline and, most importantly, self-awareness. The class philosophy is that as one becomes more confident physically, in turn, one becomes more confident mentally. Ages 14 and older or with instructor permission.

GETTING RETIREMENT RIGHT

Apr 9 | 6-9 pm | Marc Werkmeister | $39

Preparing for retirement could be the single, most important financial challenge faced today. This course teaches the application of new truths and techniques to help one prepare to retire successfully and keep the plan on track.

DART VERBAL DE-ESCALATION CLASS

Apr 25 | 9-11am | Paul Dusenbery & Mark Cohen | $85

Workplace violence affects all aspects of American business. This training will focus on developing awareness skills, violence de-escalation techniques and personal safety skills as they relate to various workplace settings. DART’s goals with the Verbal De-escalation Training are to enhance employee confidence, ensure a safer workplace environment and positively impact employee retention.

Dusenbery is DART’s curriculum director and has more than 40 years of experience in education, martial arts and personal safety programs. Cohen has more than 30 years of experience in the martial arts and is an expert in the laws governing workplace violence and self-defense.

VALENTINE

BEGINNING WOODWORKING

Saturdays | Apr 12, 19 & 26 | 10am-noon

Steve Senseney | $100

Have you always wanted to learn to work with wood? Join us for three hands-on class sessions at the Valentine High School shop. Tools will be available and all materials are included in the price. Go home with a new set of skills and your own handmade wood project!

CIVITY WORKSHOP

Wednesday | Apr 16 | 1-2:30pm | Lily Sughroue | FREE Relationships make a town function. Misperceptions can prevent relationships from forming or being utilized to their fullest extent. Join us for a “Civity” workshop on relational infrastructure. Discuss ways leaders can strengthen relationships in their dayto-day conversations and get tips for deeper than surface-level discussions and building stronger relationships.

CHICKEN SCRATCH

Apr 24 | 5:30-7:30pm | Rebecca Wrage | $20

Do you want to raise backyard chickens, but don’t know where to start? Let us help with all you need to know about having your own chicken farm and help you avoid as many hiccups and disasters as possible. Topics: Are chickens legal in my neighborhood? What supplies do I need to get started? How big does the coop need to be? How do I protect my chickens from predators? What are the best chicken breeds for egg production? What’s the best food for good egg production? How do I de-worm my chickens naturally? Will I need a rooster? How to store my fresh eggs? How do I care for baby chicks? The instructor will tell her personal story, helping you see exactly how it’s all done from start to finish.

HEARTSAVER CPR TRAINING

May 17 or June 21 | 9am-3pm | $70

This class provides hands-on training in CPR, First Aid and the proper use of a defibrillator. Receive a two-year certification from the American Heart Association.

DOT COMMERCIAL LEARNER’S PERMIT

May 5-6 or June 16-17 | 8am-5pm

Will Cleveland via DL | $159

This course is designed to provide material relevant to the DOT Commercial License Permit (CLP). Content includes General Knowledge, Air Brakes and Combination Vehicles. Our goal is to prepare students to successfully complete the CLP testing.

SERVSAFE FOOD HANDLERS

May 8 | 8:30am-12:30pm

Brittany Spieker, UNL Extension Educator | $30

ServSafe is the food service industry’s premier food safety training and certification course. This class consists of five sections: Basic Food Safety, Personal Hygiene, Cross-Contamination & Allergens, Time & Temperature and Cleaning & Sanitation. Upon passing a short assessment at the end of the course, you will receive your ServSafe Food Handlers Certificate of Achievement.

COTTAGE FOOD LAWS

May 12 | 6:30-8pm

Brittany Spieker, UNL Extension Educator | $30

In 2019, Nebraska passed a bill (LB 304) allowing individuals to sell homemade foods already authorized for sale at farmers’ markets directly to consumers from the producer’s home, fairs, festivals, other public events or online for pick-up or delivery—all within the state of Nebraska.

On July 19, 2024, Nebraska updated the cottage food law with LB262. This expanded the types of foods cottage food producers could sell, including some that are considered TCS foods. Learn more about the regulations to sell and fulfill the requirements to become a registered cottage food producer by taking this class.

CENTER FOR LEGAL STUDIES

Paralegal certificate course

Call 800-522-7737 or email info@legalstudies.com for more information.

U GOT CLASS

K-12 Teacher continuing education programs

Call us at 855-UGotClass or 715-503-4592 for more information.

CAREER STEP

Prepare to earn national certification and succeed as a pharmacy technician

Call 877-225-7151 or request free information today for more details.

ED2GO

MPCC offers online courses and career training programs through ed2go! Visit ed2go.com/bce for more information.