WCC ECD Brochure, Spring/Summer 2018

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Spring/Summer 2018 Classes

GROW your knowledge Cultivate your SKILLS

Blogging Best Practices 8 Intelligent Transportation Systems Field Technician 18 Digital Photography 24 Introduction to Organic Gardening 40

Workforce Development / Community Enrichment Find your class at wccnet.edu/economic-development

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Noncredit classes from Washtenaw Community College are an avenue for you to explore your potential and pursue your passions.

There are over 300 classes to choose from including 40 brand new ones this semester. Our top-notch trainers are subject matter experts from the community that bring practical experience to the classroom.

Whether you’re looking for classes to upgrade your skills for career advancement, satisfy professional requirements or you’re ready to branch out with a new hobby, WCC offers the classes to help you grow your knowledge and build your skills. Simply follow the easy steps to register for classes in the back of the catalog.

We look forward to seeing you soon!

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27 CLASSES

Creating a Brand Using Canva 4 Marketing in The Digital Age 4 Advanced Google Analytics 8 Certified Fiber Optic Technician 18 Blacksmithing: An Introduction 37 Kombucha: The Art of Brewing 39 The Science of Baking Camp 43 And many more: Look inside.

Register online. It’s easy!

Before registering for the first time, create your account/profile. Details on page 47. wccnet.edu/economic-development

Niko Dawson, Dean

Shelly Zervos, Director

Economic, Community and College Development Division

Community Enrichment and Operations

We are certified by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET), recognized internationally as a standard of excellence in instructional practices. See pages 10, 12, and 14 for classes with IACET accreditation.

Professional Development Business, Human Resources and Marketing Business

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Business Software

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Career Development

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Digital Marketing

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Web Technologies

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HuVACO

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ServSafeÂŽ Class and Exam

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IT, Intelligent Transportation Systems and Industry 4.0 Cybersecurity

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Connected and Automated Vehicles

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Fiber Optics

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Health Care, Human and Social Services

COMMUNITY ENRICHMENT

WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT

Noncredit Classes | Spring/Summer 2018

Creative Arts Digital Photography

24

Creative Writing

25

Performing Arts

25

Visual Arts

26

General Interest Auto/Cycle Maintenance Repair

27

Aviation

27

History and Culture

27

Hobbies and Exploration

29

Health & Wellness

30

Home & Life Computer Basics

32

Clinical Skills

19

DIY Home Repair

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Ethical and Legal Issues

19

Family Matters

33

Health Promotion

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Fitness

33

Mental/Behavioral Health and Counseling 20

Food and Drink

34

Older Adult Care

Gardening

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Sewing

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Michigan Folk School

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Entry-Level Employment Health Care, Human and Social Services

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Foundation Skills

Motorcycle Safety 29

WorkKeys Prep

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Foundation Skills Building

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Adult Transition GED Plus Program

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Industry-Based Certifications Workforce Certification Center

Languages 28

Senior Focus 31

Online Learning 8 23

Customized Training 11 Location Index

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Policies & Information 46

Find your class at wccnet.edu/economic-development

How to Register 47

Professional Development

Business, Human Resources and Marketing

BUSINESS

Legal Secretary

Advanced Legal Research and Writing Discover advanced and specialized approaches for using the legal resources available in a law library and elsewhere. You will also learn how to formulate Westlaw search queries, and effectively and efficiently use other online legal research methods in legal writing.

We will also cover how to conduct manual and electronic legal research, find, interpret and use various types of legal authorities, shepardize legal authorities, write a legal analysis and other types of legal writing; draft a memorandum of law; and briefcase opinions.

LAW 1006 mandatory fee: $729 | CEUs: 5 Center for Legal Studies

18010 ONLINE: Open Registration

Jun 25 – Aug 10

18011 ONLINE: Open Registration

Aug 20 – Oct 5

Create a Brand for Your Small Business using Canva

Whether you’re a new or experienced secretary, this fast-paced online program will help you improve your skills and work more efficiently in the law office. You will study legal terminology, legal process, written communications including letters, filing procedures, billing, accounting and more.

LAW 1007 mandatory fee: $645 | CEUs: 4.2 Center for Legal Studies

18085 ONLINE: Open Registration

Jun 25 – Aug 10

18086 ONLINE: Open Registration

Aug 20 – Oct 5

Marketing in the Digital Age Gain understanding of how traditional marketing concepts can be applied to digital communications. Explore how integrated technology can help facilitate business growth.

BMG 1097

$129 | mandatory fee: $10

Wed 6:00pm - 8:30pm

18140

Conrad Welsing Jun 13 – Jun 27

MAI

Learn how to use the online design tool Canva. You’ll discover the importance of branding, create a branding guideline, logo, flyer and two social media posts.

BMG 1096

$205 | mandatory fee: $10 | CEUs: 1.4

18139 Mon 6:30pm - 8:30pm

*No class on May 28.

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May 14 – Jul 2*

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Register online: wccnet.edu/economic-development

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BUSINESS SOFTWARE Excel 2016: Level 1 Get to know Excel and how you can use its many features for your accounting tasks as you create and format worksheets, build formulas and use functions. You’ll also get the skills to maintain and enhance a worksheet, insert and delete columns and rows, manage workbooks and an introduction to charting.

BOS 1285

$129 | mandatory fee: $10 | CEUs: 0.8

Tue, Thu 6:00pm - 8:00pm

17947

Kim Novak

May 15 – May 24 MOR

Excel 2016: Level 2 Take your skills to the next level. Learn how to create formulas with additional Excel functions, work with larger worksheets, build 3D formulas within a workbook and use data features such as sorting and filtering.

BOS 1280

$129 | mandatory fee: $10 | CEUs: 0.8

Tue, Thu 6:00pm - 8:00pm

17948

Kim Novak

Jun 5 – Jun 14

MOR

Software Essentials for the Law Office If you are a legal professional who wants to improve your law office computer technology skills and knowledge, this dynamic class is for you. Software topics include time tracking and billing; proper calendar and docketing procedures; database, case management and docket control; litigation support; electronic discovery; trial presentation and graphics. Hands-on exercises will prepare you to work with MS PowerPoint, PracticeMaster Tabs 3, AbacusLaw, Summation iBlaze, TrialDirector, LexisNexis CaseMap and TimeMap, and similar programs.

BOS 1024

mandatory fee: $729 | CEUs: 5 Center for Legal Studies

18104

ONLINE: Open Registration

Apr 30 – Jun 15

18089

ONLINE: Open Registration

Jun 25 – Aug 10

18090

ONLINE: Open Registration

Aug 20 – Oct 5

Want to start or grow your small business?

Washtenaw Community College is proud to host the Greater Washtenaw region offices of the Michigan Small Business Development Center.™ SBDC’s core mission is to enhance Michigan’s economic well-being by providing counseling, training, research and advocacy for new ventures, existing small businesses and innovative technology companies.

This coincides with WCC’s mission of working in partnership with the communities we serve.

The MI-SBDC is known throughout Michigan for its quality, no-cost counseling, low-cost training and market research capabilities.

We can help.

For more information, contact us today.

UPCOMING WORKSHOP:

“Great tips that can be used at work to save time. ”

• Forming Your LLC or DBA — Do It Now! • Know Your Numbers

— Excel class participant

sbdc@wccnet.edu | 734-477-8762

www.sbdcmichigan.org

wccnet.edu/economic-development / 734-677-5060

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WORKPLACE ESSENTIALS Learn trade secrets that will help you and your team thrive and succeed in any workplace culture.

• Conflict Management and Resolution • Critical Thinking and Decision-making • Become a Better Communicator in the Workplace (Verbal/Non-Verbal) • Leadership and Coaching Skills • Teambuilding 101 Visit us online for more information about Workplace Essentials classes!

wccnet.edu/workplace-essentials

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CAREER DEVELOPMENT Employee Versus Independent Contractor Human resource professionals in today’s workforce need practical, cutting-edge HR know-how. This class focuses on recruiting in the current marketplace, providing you with the knowledge and skills to recognize the differences between employees and independent contractors. Some of the class topics include: common mistakes employers make when working with independent contractors; the keys to abiding with IRS rules and regulations; and how to assess if current practices are compliant with the law.

BMG 1087

$70 | mandatory fee: $10

Fri 9:00am - 11:00am

18108

Kimberly Benjamin Jun 8

MOR

How to Develop a Recruitment Plan for Your Business It’s crucial for human resource professionals to find the best and brightest employees. This workshop will show you the vital steps to develop a comprehensive recruitment plan; how to stay current with recruitment and staffing industry trends; and company recruitment best practices.

BMG 1088

$70 | mandatory fee: $10

Fri 9:00am - 11:00am

18107

Kimberly Benjamin Jun 15

MOR

Register online: wccnet.edu/economic-development

Start, build or grow your business at

How to Develop a Retention Plan for Your Business Today’s marketplace can make retaining employees a challenge.

Gain understanding of key elements and best practices for employee retention plans. These will augment the development of a comprehensive company retention plan.

BMG 1089

$70 | mandatory fee: $10

Fri 9:00am - 11:00am

18106

Kimberly Benjamin Jun 22

MOR

Personal Injury for Paralegals In this fast-paced class, you will learn the legal terms, causes of action and remedies available to victims of personal injury accidents. We will review the negligence theory of torts upon which many personal injury claims are based, as well as discuss interviewing, investigating and other case building techniques vital to a personal injury paralegal’s success in a law office.

LAW 1008

mandatory fee: $729 | CEUs: 5 Center for Legal Studies

18114

ONLINE: Open Registration

Apr 30 – Jun 15

18087

ONLINE: Open Registration

Jun 25 – Aug 10

18088

ONLINE: Open Registration

Aug 20 – Oct 5

TUESDAY, MAY 15 • 6:00PM–8:30PM MORRIS LAWRENCE BUILDING

Resolving Conflicts Within Your Team Effective leaders understand the impact conflict can have on a team and put processes in place for dealing with it effectively, either by intervening directly or by helping team members resolve conflicts on their own. In this workshop, you will learn skills for resolving conflicts that hinder a team’s productivity by applying five key actions that can be used to create a productive and harmonious work environment.

BMG 1001

$70 | mandatory fee: $10

Fri 9:00am - 11:00am

18110

Kimberly Benjamin May 11

MOR

Strategic Prep for PMP Certification If you are an experienced project manager looking to solidify your skills, stand out to employers and maximize your earning potential, the PMP credential is the right choice for you. Your trainer, a practicing PMP-credentialed project manager and PMI-Huron Valley Chapter member, will guide you on all aspects of preparing and submitting your application, as well as share resources and how to prepare for the exam.

A $200 tuition discount is available for PMI-Huron Valley Chapter members.

Submit your proof of current membership no later than 15 days before the class start date to ecdevelopment@wccnet.edu. You will receive an email with a link to register for the reduced tuition class. The fee includes lunch and class materials.

Register by Tuesday, May 22, 2018.

BMG 1904

$850 | mandatory fee: $100 | CEUs: 3.5 Irfan Mallick

18093

Sat 9:00am - 5:00pm

May 26 – Jun 23

MOR

18094

Sat 9:00am - 5:00pm

May 26 – Jun 23

MOR

wccnet.edu/economic-development / 734-677-5060

PITCH @ WCC

Come watch entrepreneurs in three categories pitch their business ideas for cash prizes!

FREE WORKSHOPS AND EVENTS open to the public MONTHLY Forming Your LLC or DBA workshops Market Research Walk-In Hours

WORKSHOPS We’re adding new workshops all the time!

Visit our site for schedule and descriptions.

COWORKING SPACE Monday–Thursday: 9:00am–4:30pm Friday: 12:00pm–4:30pm

Get involved!

Sign up for our weekly newsletter and view upcoming workshops and events to help further your business growth:

EC.WCCNET.EDU 734-249-5880

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Tap into quality professional development classes with armchair convenience

Secret Strategies and Techniques to Get Your Employees to Stay Why does a valuable employee leave a company? Find out the tactics human resource professionals use to keep them. You’ll also learn how to identify your employer value proposition, and tips on how to reduce attrition by talking with your employees.

BMG 1091

$70 | mandatory fee: $10

Fri 9:00am - 11:00am

18105

Kimberly Benjamin Jun 29

MOR

The Essentials of Coaching for HR Professionals Executives, managers and employees with an interest in career growth and development are increasingly turning to HR professionals for guidance. Learn how to apply the essentials of coaching for excellence in performance, and build a coaching culture within your organization.

Washtenaw Community College offers hundreds of online classes to help boost your resume with the latest skills and technology employers are looking for.

WCC partners with a select group of highly reputable companies to bring you: • A variety of classes for a wide range of industries • Convenience and flexibility with 24-hour accessibility • The ability to work while you make yourself more marketable

Nothing pays off more than an investment in yourself.

BMG 1011

mandatory fee: $70

Fri 9:00am - 11:00am

18109

Kimberly Benjamin Jun 1

MOR

DIGITAL MARKETING Advanced Google Analytics Explore ways to use Google Analytics to gather meaningful data, analyze it and make your website perform most effectively.

BMG 1099

$59 | mandatory fee: $5 | CEUs: 0.3

Odell Palacio

Mon 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Jul 23

MAI

18137

Basic Video Production Develop your ability to capture compelling, engaging and effective video and share it on the web. Explore basic shooting and editing techniques and walk through the technical aspects of how and where to upload and share your video.

BMG 1017

$99 | mandatory fee: $10 | CEUs: 0.6 Damon Thompson

Tue, Thu 6:00pm - 9:00pm

17963

May 29 – May 31 MOR

Blogging Best Practices Become a successful blogger by reaching the right audience with the right voice. Get to know the length and frequency of posts that keep people coming back and new readers seeking you out.

BMG 1061

$45 | mandatory fee: $5 | CEUs: 0.3

Mon 6:00pm - 9:00pm

17950

Jun 4

Melanie Hilliard

MAI

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Professional Development

SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING

E-MARKETING

The social media marketing series is built on many of the e-marketing foundation classes, plus some new topics that have become essential to successful digital marketing.

The WCC e-marketing series combines training in the crucial facets of today’s social media marketing with classes that will help you:

Requirements:

• Gain an understanding of how to include social media into your marketing strategy

• Nine required and one elective core classes • Minimum 12 hours of web presence classwork • Minimum six hours of image/video classwork

• Build your knowledge of the most effective social media channels and tools

Put your knowledge to use. Show what you know by choosing or designing a practical application of social media marketing strategy.

• Discover how to effectively include engaging and purposeful images and video

• Learn how to manage your web presence to increase and maintain your customer base

Completing the e-marketing class will help you become more confident in making decisions regarding use of social media marketing. Based on your target audience, available resources and information from these classes, you will be able to create successful strategies for your organization.

Do you already have the e-marketing certificate of completion?

Just fulfill the class and project requirements.

Learn more at wccnet.edu/digitalmarketing

Requirements: • Four required and one elective core classes • Minimum 11 hours of web presence classwork • Minimum six hours of image/video classwork

Effective Communication on Social Media

Learn more at wccnet.edu/digitalmarketing

Make your web presence rich with information and media to effectively promote your product or service. Explore how and where to collect meaningful content.

BMG 1058

$50 | mandatory fee: $5 | CEUs: 0.3

Thu 6:00pm - 9:00pm

17994

Melanie Hilliard

Jun 7

MAI

Effective Images for Social Media Use compelling and impactful images to sell your product, emphasize your point of view or increase brand awareness for your company. Learn the technical aspects of image adjustments including file size and format, cropping, how and where to post or share them, legal aspects of using images on the web, and more.

BMG 1016

$99 | mandatory fee: $10 | CEUs: 0.6 Melanie Hilliard

Mon 6:00pm - 9:00pm

17951

Visit us online to see all required and elective classes.

May 14 – May 21

MAI

E-Marketing Capstone Project Put your social media marketing skills to work and produce a tangible project that gives you an authentic experience as you build your portfolio. In this class, you’ll choose from several different options or propose your own, then set up your project goals, timeline, deliverables and completion deadline. You may take this class after completing the social media marketing certificate requirements.

BMG 1079

$50 | mandatory fee: $5 | CEUs: 0.3 Shannon Beeman

Mon 6:00pm - 9:00pm

17958

Aug 20

MAI

“Real world examples that I liked and appreciated.”

— Effective Communication on Social Media class participant

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Effective Video Marketing Are you using social media for marketing? Consider adding video to engage potential customers. Learn how to tell your story, provide useful information and engage your audience. We will analyze videos from successful national campaigns and local favorites, and discuss tips that will help you create value for your viewers.

BMG 1072

$50 | mandatory fee: $5 | CEUs: 0.3 Damon Thompson

Thu 6:00pm - 9:00pm

17964

Jun 14

MOR

Harness the Power of Hootsuite for Social Media Is social media taking time away from your other marketing activities? Are you concerned about reaching your audience at the perfect moment? Discover Hootsuite, a social media dashboard that can preprogram messages, track your followers, customize reports and more.

E-Marketing for Small Business and Nonprofit Organizations* Looking to reach your customer in the digital age? Learn how to leverage social media to spread your message, rally support and increase your revenues. This class offers managers the bigger picture on how to use electronic marketing to benefit their organization. You’ll explore effective sites and walk away with a surplus of new ideas on how to use Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and more to give your business a boost.

BMG 1066

$50 | mandatory fee: $5 | CEUs: 0.3 Shannon Beeman

Wed 6:00pm - 9:00pm

17956

May 2

MAI

Want to market your product or services to users, clients or customers using email, but you’re not sure where to start? Gain an understanding of the key elements of email marketing from building and maintaining contact lists to analyzing the results of a campaign. If your business isn’t using email as a marketing tool, you should be.

BMG 1081

$50 | mandatory fee: $5 | CEUs: 0.3

Melanie Hilliard

Thu 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Jun 21

MAI

“I learned new techniques and tactics for better email marketing. ”

— Effective Email Marketing class participant

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$55 | mandatory fee: $5 | CEUs: 0.3 Shannon Beeman

Wed 6:00pm - 9:00pm

17960

Jul 25

MAI

Introduction to Facebook Advertising Business owners, entrepreneurs and affiliate marketers, get in the game! Create attention-grabbing ads on the world’s most popular social network. Get to know display advertising basics and how to brand your business. Build your following and measure the return on your investment. You’ll also practice creating and writing ads that get users to take action.

BMG 1053

$50 | mandatory fee: $5 | CEUs: 0.3

Odell Palacio

Mon 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Jun 11

MAI

18113

Introduction to Facebook Analytics

Effective Email Marketing*

17949

BMG 1093

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Develop a working knowledge of Facebook’s analytics through pixel. You’ll learn to track conversations from Facebook ads, optimize ads based on collected data, build targeted audiences for future ads, and remarket to qualified leads.

BMG 1098

$59 | mandatory fee: $5 | CEUs: 0.3

Odell Palacio

Wed 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Jun 13

MAI

18138

Maximize Your Business Facebook Page Use the power of Facebook to take your current business or nonprofit page to the next level, monitor customer opinions, develop loyalty and establish two-way communication.

BMG 1071

$99 | mandatory fee: $10 | CEUs: 0.6 Shannon Beeman

17992

Mon, Wed 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Jun 25 – Jun 27

MAI

* This class is

IACET-approved.

Register online: wccnet.edu/economic-development

WCC CUSTOMIZED TRAINING Workforce Development

We create training and development solutions that are customized to meet your organizational needs.

Contact us to customize a training for your company in the following areas:

• Organizational Culture and Diversity • Leadership and Management Training • Microsoft Office Products • Project Management

Why choose us?

• Customized: Choose from a nationally acclaimed curriculum, or we will create a customized solution for your needs.

• Customer Service • Cyber Security

• Flexibility: Receive training at our facilities or at your worksite— where and when it fits your schedule.

•A ffordability: Our valuable services are cost competitive.

• Expertise: We provide skilled local and nationally known trainers and access to state-of-the-art technology.

• Community: We have hundreds of successful partnerships with local companies.

To discuss options for customized training for your company, contact Raymond Tate, business development manager at 734-973-3681 or ratate@wccnet.edu.

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Washtenaw Community College is a great business partner for any employer.

WCC provided excellent training that was engineered to fit the specific needs of our organization which helped us to accomplish our organizational goals.

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— Kevin Welch, Former Human Resource Director, City of Ypsilanti

To learn more: wccnet.edu/economic-development / 734-677-5060

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Introduction to Web Analytics Pinterest with Purpose Is your marketing strategy missing a huge opportunity? Pinterest has a huge visual appeal and can expand your community engagement and client base. You can use Pinterest to research customers, create a pinnable website, link to other social networks and measure your efforts with analytics.

BMG 1019

$59 | mandatory fee: $5 | CEUs: 0.3

Philip Ingland

Mon 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Jun 18

MOR

18141

LinkedIn for Your Business Are your products or services of any value to the more than 500 million users on LinkedIn? Professionals are consumers, too. Build or tweak your business or organization’s LinkedIn page to optimize positive exposure, drive traffic to your website and increase brand awareness. Explore options for the type of content to include for your target market and how to keep your site fresh.

BMG 1014

$99 | mandatory fee: $10 | CEUs: 0.6

Thu 6:00pm - 9:00pm

17962

Philip Ingland

May 17 – May 24

MAI

LinkedIn Optimization What do people find when searching LinkedIn to assess your credibility? A great LinkedIn profile allows you to put your best foot forward and build your credibility online, as a business owner or job seeker. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn everything you need to know about maximizing your professional image on LinkedIn. This class is highly recommended for real estate professionals, photographers, other sole proprietors and job seekers.

BMG 1092

$55 | mandatory fee: $5 | CEUs: 3

Wed 6:00pm - 9:00pm

17993

Shannon Beeman

Jul 18

MAI

Next Level with LinkedIn Business owners, job seekers and entrepreneurs, kick-start your LinkedIn profile to maximize your networking potential. LinkedIn is the online platform for professionals seeking business and career opportunities. Unlike other social networking sites, LinkedIn is solely for business people and offers the opportunity to build a network of quality contacts.

BMG 1067

$45 | mandatory fee: $5 | CEUs: 0.3 Shannon Beeman

Mon 6:00pm - 9:00pm

17955

Jul 9

MAI

Which metrics should you track, and what reports should you run, when starting out with Google Analytics and Facebook Pixel?

Learn the answers to these questions, as well as the fundamentals and how to install both codes on your website.

BMG 1082

$50 | mandatory fee: $5 | CEUs: 0.3

Odell Palacio

Wed 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Jul 11

MAI

18006

Search Engine Optimization Tips Does your page appear in the top search results for Google? Discover the various ways that Google ranks webpages and blogs.

Learn tips to improve your website’s search engine visibility and increase traffic. Walk away with many search engine optimization techniques that you can apply to your e-marketing strategy for your business or nonprofit organization.

BMG 1068

$50 | mandatory fee: $5 | CEUs: 0.3 Shannon Beeman

Mon 6:00pm - 9:00pm

17957

Jul 30

MAI

Social Media Best Practices* How can you tell if your venture into e-marketing is effective? Are your messages meeting the correct audience? Learn how to apply proven principles of marketing, public relations and customer service to the new social media landscape. Explore some of the new best practices and how to avoid common pitfalls. We will use realworld examples and relate them to your business.

BMG 1056

$50 | mandatory fee: $5 | CEUs: 0.3 Shannon Beeman

Mon 6:00pm - 9:00pm

17954

Jun 20

MAI

Social Media Community Management and Moderating What should you do if there is a negative comment on your website? Should you let people post on your company’s Facebook page? Discover effective techniques for controlling the conversation while allowing people to give you meaningful feedback. You’ll also pick up tips on making location-based services, such as Yelp, work in your favor.

BMG 1059

$50 | mandatory fee: $5 | CEUs: 0.3

Wed 6:00pm - 9:00pm

18005

Jun 6

Philip Ingland

MAI

* This class is

IACET-approved.

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Recruit Top-Notch Talent from WCC The Career Services team at Washtenaw Community College offers numerous ways to connect employers with talented, employment-ready candidates. We partner with you to: • Create personalized recruiting strategies • Connect you to a diversity of talented students and alumni • Showcase your opportunities by posting jobs on Career Connection—WCC’s FREE online job portal • Expand your outreach with on-campus recruitment at career fairs and information tables • Develop internship programs • Provide training via internship and co-operative education (co-op) opportunities

Make sure you’re recruiting the right talent.

Contact the Career Services team today: 734-677-5155 / careers@wccnet.edu

Build Your Network

2018 LUNCHEON SERIES March 29, 2018 | The Economic Outlook University of Michigan economists Donald R. Grimes and Gabriel Ehrlich

May 15, 2018 | Keeping Information Safe: What You Need to Know Panel of Cybersecurity Experts Become a member and stay current on economic news and trends, and network with leaders in the community.

For membership and event registration visit: washtenaweconclub.org

wccnet.edu/economic-development / 734-677-5060

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IT, Intelligent Transportation Systems and Industry 4.0

Twitter Tactics for Your Business or Nonprofit Use Twitter to build your brand awareness, drive sales and promote your company. Discover how to build a personal page, create a business page, craft effective marketing messages, and integrate Twitter with other social media platforms.

BMG 1069 $50 | mandatory fee: $5 | CEUs: 0.3

17959

Mon 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Shannon Beeman

Jul 16

MAI

Video Editing Basics This hands-on workshop with video editing software will introduce you to terminology and techniques that result in more polished digital videos. You’ll learn how to import, trim and arrange your clips, add effects, narration and a custom soundtrack. You’ll also learn how to encode and upload your masterpiece to share on the web. We will use Adobe Premiere Elements, but the concepts, techniques and terminology transfer to other video editing software.

VID 1000

$169 | mandatory fee: $10 | CEUs: 1.2 Damon Thompson

Tue, Thu 6:00pm - 9:00pm

17961

Aug 7 – Aug 9

MOR

WEB TECHNOLOGIES WordPress: Get Started* Looking to create your own blog? WordPress is an open source content management system that allows you to create and manage a custom blog or website without complicated coding. Quickly create a blog for your personal hobby, social organization or business, using free widgets to give your blog advanced functionality.

Once your blog is up and running, you will be able to track your viewers and edit pages using a familiar word processing interface.

Become a WordPress pro and skip the time-consuming process of learning code.

INP 1011

18003

$169 | mandatory fee: $10 | CEUs: 1.2 Philip Ingland Tue 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Jun 5 – Jun 26

CYBERSECURITY Note: These classes include free access to Lynda.com training resources. .Net Developer Security Receive a solid foundation in .NET security features, including concepts such as Code Access Security and .NET cryptographic technologies. Gain an understanding of secure coding best practices that will enable you to build more secure applications in .NET. SECI 1015

$300

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

20970

Workforce Development

Automotive Developer Security As an automotive embedded systems professional, arm yourself with the knowledge and skills required to deploy security through the development process. Master securing embedded code, threat modeling, key management, encryption of sensitive data and securing communication channels.

SECI 1025

$300

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

20971

Workforce Development

MAI

C/C++ Developer Security WordPress for Professionals Build on your skills from WordPress: Get Started, as we use the WordPress.org template-driven website format and concentrate on the versatility of its plugins. You’ll learn how to edit themes, choose the best and safest plugins, how to make your WordPress site secure from hackers, the best backup methods and some options for e-commerce. This format is the most popular choice for businesses and nonprofits.

INP 1012

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$169 | mandatory fee: $10 | CEUs: 1.2 Philip Ingland Wed 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Aug 8 – Aug 29

* This class is

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Establish a thorough grounding in application security concepts with specific C/C++ coding and implementation practices.

SECI 1017

$300

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

20972

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Cloud Developer Security Develop a clear understanding of the risks and threats associated with cloud computing. You will discover aspects of “big data,” cloud computing characteristics, service models, deployment models and regulatory requirements as well as platform-specific secure coding best practices, including AWS and Azure.

SECI 1010

$300

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

20973

Workforce Development

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Database Developer Security

Embedded QA/Test Security

Identify the fundamentals of secure database development and the common database attacks that could be used to cause significant loss to organizations while learning about platform-specific threats and secure coding best practices.

If you are responsible for embedded software testing, quality assurance or charged with verifying and assuring application security, this class will provide you with an understanding of applied techniques and a well-rounded base of knowledge to perform your tasks.

SECI 1020

$300

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

20974

Workforce Development

SECI 1028

$300

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

20976

Workforce Development

Embedded Architect Security

IT Architect Security

This is the first of two training classes in security for embedded architects. You’ll learn best practices for the design of secure software for embedded systems.

Explore best practices in the design of secure software. Ensure that you are providing and managing the strategic direction and integrity of your organization’s IT architecture with the right capabilities to meet business needs.

SECI 1002

$300

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

20985

Workforce Development

Embedded Developer Security This class provides you with a grounding in application security concepts, with special attention to coding with embedded systems.

SECI 1011

$300

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

20975

Workforce Development

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SECI 1006

$300

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

20977

Workforce Development

Java Developer Security Develop a thorough grounding in Java application security concepts. Learn to recognize and remediate common Java Web software security vulnerabilities, and specific Java, JRE, and J2EE constructs, including core implementation practices.

SECI 1013

$300

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

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Mobile Developer Security

Security for Software Architects

Gain understanding of how to identify common mobile application risks, use mobile application development best practices, create a mobile application threat model and apply platform-specific knowledge to iOS and Android.

Learn how to apply secure software architecture best practices to the requirements, design and implementation phases of your software development life cycle. With an emphasis on the early phases of software development and defensive coding techniques, you will discover how to build security into software architecture while avoiding the systemic issues of insecure software.

SECI 1008

$300

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

20979

Workforce Development

Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards (PCI DSS) Developer Security The PCI DSS Developer class provides organizations with the tools required to meet the PCI DSS for systems that transmit, process, or store cardholder data.

SECI 1022

20980

$300

Workforce Development

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

SECI 1004

$300

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

20986

Workforce Development

PHP Developer Security Improve your understanding of risk analysis, cryptography and other important topics for secure PHP based web application development.

SECI 1023

$300

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

20981

Workforce Development

Project Manager Security

Systems Leadership Security

Gain a comprehensive baseline of application security knowledge for managing leading application development and design projects. You will be exposed to the Secure Software Development Lifecycle which promotes project management efficiency in building security into the process up front.

Develop a comprehensive baseline of application security knowledge to lead application development and design projects. You will get an overview of secure architecture, mobile development, cryptography, security risks and remediation.

SECI 1026

$300

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

20982

Workforce Development

SECI 1027

$300

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

20987

Workforce Development

Test/QA Security Security Compliance Procedures NIST 800-171 - Part I In the first of two classes, you will be provided with the resources that organizations and government contractors must comply with regarding the protection of controlled unclassified information in non-federal information systems. You will discover strategies for managing access control, security awareness and training, auditing and accountability, configuration management, identification and authentication, incident response and security maintenance.

SECI 1000

$300

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

20983

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Security Compliance Procedures NIST 800-171 - Part II In the second of two classes, you will be trained in protecting media, personnel security, physical protection, risk assessment, security assessment, systems and communications protection and system and information integrity.

SECI 1001

$300

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

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SECI 1030

$300

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

20988

Workforce Development

Web 2.0 Developer Security Equip yourself with all the information needed to understand, avoid and mitigate the risks posed by Web vulnerabilities. Gain a detailed background on the most common and recent attacks against Web-based applications, such as cross-site scripting attacks and cross-site request forgery attacks. Learn platform specific securecoding best practices, including coverage of HTML5 and AJAX. SECI 1019

$300

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

20989

Workforce Development

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Huron Valley Area Code Officials (HuVACO) Continuing Education Units HuVACO and WCC Economic and Community Development offer eight monthly classes taught by recognized industry leaders, exclusively for HuVACO members.

Participants will receive a certificate of attendance for their recordkeeping purposes.

Approval by the Bureau of Construction Codes and Bureau of Fire Services is sought for: • Building Officials • Certified Fire Inspectors • Building Inspectors • Plan Reviewers

HuVACO membership is $95 per year.

Membership includes tuition for the eight monthly classes and admission to an annual expo in April.

For information, or to request a class schedule or membership application, please contact Josh Humbel at 734-477-8942 or jhumbel@wccnet.edu.

ServSafe Certification Class & Exam ®

at Washtenaw Community College

UPCOMING DATES • Monday, June 4, 8:00am – 5:00pm • Monday, August 6, 8:00am – 5:00pm

FOOD MANAGER Michigan food law requires licensed foodservice establishments to certify a manager by an accredited food safety exam.

Eight-Hour Class Price includes six-hour trainer review, book and exam.

MRA Member Price: $125 / Nonmember: $195 WCC Price: $155*

Self-Study Format Price includes book and exam.

MRA Member Price: $90 / Nonmember: $135 WCC Price: $110*

Proctored Exam Price includes exam only.

MRA Member Price: $65 / Nonmember: $100 WCC Price: $85*

ALCOHOL Responsible alcohol service is valuable to your business, your customers and your community. The National Restaurant Association ServSafe Alcohol® program is your solution for responsible alcohol service training.

The self-study format includes a book and proctored exam that you can take in person at WCC on training days. Prior registration and self-study is expected.

Self-Study Format MRA Member Price: $35 / Nonmember: $65 Pricing includes book and exam. WCC pricing not available.

* To register call Chari at 800-968-9668, ext 3922.

Register online at michiganrestaurant.org/servsafe.

For more information, call 734-677-5007 or email workforce-development@wccnet.edu

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Professional Development CONNECTED AND AUTOMATED VEHICLES Note: These classes include free access to Lynda.com training resources.

Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Field Technician In this first of a series of classes about Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) explore the workforce related skills necessary for entry level employment as an ITS Field Technician. Gain knowledge of the technologies necessary to build, maintain and repair ITS infrastructure. You’ll receive essential training in Dedicated Short Range Communication safety messages. and gain a broad understanding of ITS and automotive communication networks ATT 4002

$50

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

18135

Workforce Development

FIBER OPTICS Certified Fiber Optic Technician (CFOT) In this introductory 3-day fiber optic tech training, you will be given a combination of theory and 85% hands-on activities. You will be introduced to industry standards governing Fiber to the Desk, Fiber to the Home and Distribution Cabling and learn how to identify fiber types, recognize various connectors used in fiber installation; and install, terminate, splice, and properly test installed fiber cable to existing standards.

CIS 4081

18142

mandatory fee: $700 Mon, Wed 8:00am - 4:30pm

BDI DataLynk Jun 4 – Jun 6

MOR

Certified Fiber Optics Specialist Outside Plant (CFOS/O) In this two-day, 16 hour fiber optic specialist class for students who will be directly involved with installing Outside Plant (OSP) Fiber Optics Cabling, you will have lecture sessions along with 85% hands-on activities. Become familiar with industry standards governing the installation, testing, and troubleshooting of OSP fiber optics cable used in the Outside Plant Rugged Environment. You will learn how to properly identify OSP fiber cabling types, recognize various outside plant closures used in OSP fiber installation, install, prepare, terminate, splice, and properly test and troubleshoot installed OSP fiber cable to existing standards. Hands-on activities include both mechanical and fusion splicing.

Automated Vehicle Localization Techniques Investigate some of the techniques being developed to solve the autonomous vehicle localization challenge of determining a vehicle’s position within its environment. You will be introduced to some of the more common methodologies that are solving this challenge by employing a combination of devices and algorithm techniques.

ATT 4001

$30

ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

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18504

mandatory fee: $775 Sun, Sat 9:00am - 5:00pm

BDI DataLynk Jun 9 – Jun 10

MOR

Certified Fiber Optics Specialist in Testing And Maintenance (CFOS/T) Receive advanced training in the testing and maintenance of fiber optics networks in this two-day, 16-hour program. Discover a general, easy-to-understand approach to fiber optics testing standards with little theory and considerable hands-on activities. You will learn about the variety of testing standards, equipment and technological approaches used in fiber network testing and splicing and how to choose among them. This class explores the overall spectrum of testing and maintenance of single mode fiber optics networks and provides a detailed overview and demonstration of various pieces of equipment used in testing and maintenance.

CIS 4082

18143

mandatory fee: $675 Thu, Fri 8:00am - 4:30pm

BDI DataLynk Jun 7 – Jun 8

MOR

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Professional Development

Health Care, Human and Social Services HEALTH PROMOTION Nutrition in Health and Disease This class will help you understand how good nutrition can improve overall health, and how it relates to some chronic health conditions. It will also help you develop personal nutrition goals, as you learn tips for pursuing a lifestyle of healthy choices. You will have the opportunity to ask personal health questions and engage in active participation. Health care providers and community members will benefit from this class.

HSC 1041

$55 | mandatory fee: $10

Tue 5:00pm - 8:00pm

17952

Laura Garrity May 15

MAI

Phlebotomy Skills for Health Care Professionals

ETHICAL AND LEGAL ISSUES Application of Social Work Ethics in Caring for the Elderly Learn how to identify, adhere to and understand the social work code of ethics when working with the elderly. You will also benefit as you gain an understanding of certain differences and similarities among cultures and belief systems. Examine different case scenarios and engage in role playing and discussion.

HSC 4123

$84 | mandatory fee: $19 | CEUs: 5

Fri 8:30am - 3:30pm

18115

Patricia Hall

May 25

MOR

Ethics and Legal Issues in Mental Health Care Through group discussion and exercises using the Michigan Mental Health, NASW and other national and international codes of ethics, this workshop will show you how to develop an ethical base for proper casework and management and decision-making strategies for various legal situations. Involuntary treatment and treatment rights, guardianship, informed consent, subpoenas, balancing legal and ethical issues as a petitioner, court testimony tactics and relationships with the probate court are other topics. There will be a review of end-of-life/advanced directives.

HSC 4362

$99 | mandatory fee: $19 | CEUs: 5

Michael Mogan

Fri 8:30am - 3:30pm

Jul 20

MAI

17967

CLINICAL SKILLS

Learn or enhance your phlebotomy skills. Combining online and lab-based instruction, you will gain critical thinking skills and hands-on experience that will reduce the potential for errors that can lead to injury. You will perform venipunctures, capillary punctures, and specimen labeling and handling using lifelike arms and class volunteers.

HSC 1295

$309 | mandatory fee: $40 | CEUs: 1.2 Linda Tinsley

Sat 8:30am - 12:10pm

18111

May 19 – Jun 23

MAI

“What was unique about

this class is the inclusion of information about legal procedures and the ethical implication of that. Great class!

”

— Ethics and Legal Issues in Mental Health Care class participant

Please see requirements and accredited hours on page 20.

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MENTAL/BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AND COUNSELING Diagnosing and Treating Childhood Trauma: Bringing Pain Out of the Shadows The emotional and behavioral effects of childhood trauma on the lives of people can last a lifetime in many profound ways. Explore the signs, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of childhood trauma in adults. You will learn about current treatment modalities through lecture, films and class discussion. A must for practitioners working with clients who show depression, anxiety and other disorders.

HSC 4039

mandatory fee: $120

Fri 8:30am - 3:30pm

17968

Michael Mogan May 11

MAI

Duty to Warn: Issues and Legal Requirements for Mental Health Professionals Learn about duty to warn and its legal requirements. We will discuss the current statute, confidentiality issues and privileged communication; common approaches to identify duty-to-warn situations, choices for clinician response and issues on reportage.

HSC 4371

$55 | mandatory fee: $10

Fri 8:30am - 12:00pm

17969

Michael Mogan Aug 10

MOR

Identifying and Responding to Manipulative People Learn to identify the features and incidence of manipulative people, clients, coworkers and family members, and how to address them. Explore current issues and approaches, including those with bosses and intimate partners.

HSC 4359

$84 | mandatory fee: $19

Fri 8:30am - 3:30pm

17966

Michael Mogan Jun 8

MOR

OLDER ADULT CARE Nutrition and Hydration in Long-Term Care Settings Many long-term care residents face challenges in caring for their own nutritional and hydration needs including dysphasia, verbal deficiencies and special diets for chronic health conditions. This class will prepare you to identify risk factors of malnourishment and dehydration, and overcome common barriers and challenges in order to confidently care for this vulnerable population. Health care providers and mental health professionals working with the elderly and cognitively disabled will benefit from this class.

HSC 1042

$55 | mandatory fee: $10

Tue 5:00pm - 8:00pm

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Recognizing Dementia, Delirium and Depression Along with the increased longevity of adults in the baby boom generation comes a significant challenge for anyone who works with older adults. Learn to recognize and accurately assess dementia, delirium and/or depression, conditions that often present with similar symptoms but require different plans for intervention and treatment.

HSC 4226

$55 | mandatory fee: $10 | CEUs: 3

Fri 8:30am - 11:30am

18116

Patricia Hall

Jun 22

MOR

Examining Eldercare Neglect as an Expert Witness Explore why adverse events, such as a nursing home resident wandering off or suffering an injury while in facility care, can occur and how to prevent them. Through analysis of case studies, learn how risks develop and identify practical solutions to prevent neglect. You will learn from an expert in the field who can share his many years of eldercare expertise witness work. Patient advocates, nursing home ombudsmen, legal nurse consultants, health care educators, attorneys, social workers and others with an interest in policy change and resident safety will benefit from this class.

HSC 4379

$65 | mandatory fee: $5

Fri 1:00pm - 4:00pm

18112

Lance Youles Jul 27

MOR

Requirements & Accredited Hours For additional information about class prerequisites, requirements and supplies, and for complete information regarding the accredited contact hours for nurses, social workers, play therapists and other professionals, please visit the website.

www.wccnet.edu/economic-development

Register online: wccnet.edu/economic-development

Ready to Work

Entry-Level Employment HEALTH CARE, HUMAN AND SOCIAL SERVICES Dialysis Technician Program This 50-hour program provides you with the necessary knowledge and skills to perform the duties of a dialysis technician. Under the supervision of physicians and registered nurses, dialysis technicians operate kidney dialysis machines, prepare dialyzer reprocessing and delivery systems as well as maintain and repair equipment. Technicians also work with patients during dialysis procedures, monitor and record vital signs and administer local anesthetics and drugs. They may also assist in the training of patients for at-home dialysis treatment.

HSC 1037

mandatory fee: $999 | CEUs: 5

Tue, Thu 6:00pm - 9:30pm

18009

Jun 19 – Aug 7

CCI

Phlebotomy Fundamentals and Certification Become a certified phlebotomy technician in just eight weeks! This program combines online and lab-based instruction, so you can gain critical thinking skills and hands-on experience. You will perform venipunctures, capillary punctures, and specimen labeling using lifelike arms and class volunteers.

HSC 1014

$549 | mandatory fee: $200 | CEUs: 4.5

Mon, Thu 6:00pm - 9:00pm

18096

Deyal Riley

Jun 11 – Jul 30

MAI

MAI

EKG Technician Certification Program Medical Billing and Coding Certificate Program This billing and coding class offers the necessary information to perform complex coding and billing procedures.The class covers CPT (introduction, guidelines, evaluation and management), specialty fields (such as surgery, radiology and laboratory), ICD-10 (introduction and guidelines) and basic claim processes for medical insurance and third-party reimbursements.You will learn how to find the service and codes using the CPT, ICD-10 and HCPCS manuals.

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mandatory fee: $1,899 | CEUs: 8

18007

Tue, Thu 6:00pm - 9:30pm & Sat 9:00am - 3:00pm

Jun 5 – Aug 9

CCI

MOR

This 50-hour certification program will prepare you for an EKG technician career and the ASPT electrocardiograph technician exam.

This class will include important practice and background information on the anatomy and physiology of the heart, medical disease processes, medical terminology, medical ethics, legal aspects of patient contact, electrocardiography and stress testing. You will also receive hands-on experience with EKG equipment, chest wall anatomy, 12-lead placement and other clinical practices.

HSC 1034

mandatory fee: $999 | CEUs: 5

18008 Mon, Wed 6:00pm - 9:30pm

*No class on Jul 4.

CCI

Jun 18 – Aug 8*

MAI

Victim Advocacy Training This intensive online program is designed to train and qualify you to provide assistance to crime victims. Prepare to work in areas such as domestic violence shelters, crisis centers, crisis hotlines as well as with state and county governments to assist crime victims in progressing through the criminal justice system and toward successful recovery. Class topics include: legal terminology, legal process, legislation regarding victims’ rights, counseling skills ethics, effects of victimization on the victim, victim advocate skills, guardianships and crisis intervention.

HSC 4361

mandatory fee: $645 | CEUs: 5 Center for Legal Studies

18091

ONLINE: Open Registration

Jun 25 – Aug 10

18092

ONLINE: Open Registration

Aug 20 – Oct 5

Please see requirements and accredited hours on page 20.

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Foundation Skills Foundational Skills Building This self-paced class will prepare you with the foundation skills you need to progress to the next stage of your education and professional goals. You will learn math, reading and writing through computer-based lessons that you can accomplish in the classroom or at home.

SKL 000

$149

WFD Instructor

17997 Mon, Fri 10:00am - 12:00pm

*No class on May 28.

May 21 – Aug 13* HAR

WorkKeys Prep This eight-hour, trainer-led, self-paced class will prepare you to take the appropriate assessments for the National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC). Practicing or prospective paraprofessionals can take this class to prepare for their certification exams. The NCRC industry-recognized certification will set you apart from other job applicants and will give you an edge in today’ job market.

AAD 4010

$59

Mon, Fri 10:00am - 12:00pm

17998

WFD Instructor Jul 9 – Jul 20

HAR

Find Your Path to Career Success.

Build a foundation with the Adult Transitions Pathways Program.

Pathway classes help you increase key academic skills and knowledge for college and career readiness. Instruction is learner-centered and will help you earn critical credentials including GED, Microsoft Office Certifications and more.

GED classes include: • Teacher-led instruction • Integrated computer instruction • Individual tutoring • Personal and academic counseling • Student mentors • Free GED and Microsoft testing vouchers • Fast track to college enrollment and completion of the financial aid process • Job readiness skills

For more information, contact the Adult Transitions team at 734-677-5006.

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Industry-Based Certifications

Enhance Your Career: Get Certified!

With over 600 certifications in numerous industries, the Workforce Certification Center at WCC can help take your career to the next level.

CompTIA Evaluation Systems (Michigan Test for Teacher Certification) Cisco Systems

Welding Certification Tests on Plate and Pipe

Arkansas Master Electrician W. Virginia / S. Carolina / Florida Contractor’s Licensing Board Certified Professional Midwife (NARM)

Microsoft Office Specialist Microsoft Technology Associate Adobe Certified Associate

Board Athletic Trainer Certification Exam (BOC) & Personal Trainer (ACE) Rehabilitation Nursing Certification Board (RNCB) & Association of Rehabilitation Nursing (ARN) Registered Roof Observer

NATIONAL HEALTHCAREER ASSOCIATION CPT – Phlebotomy Technician Certification

Law Enforcement; Corrections

Salesforce.com Certification AWS Amazon Web Services Council of Development Finance Agencies

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Border Patrol Agent FBI Special Agent

CLA Certifications: Certified Logistics Associates CLT Certified Logistics Technicians

Para Pro Careers in Education Health Care Assessment Soft Skills Assessment

State of Michigan Motor Vehicle Mechanic Competency Assessments

Michigan Department of Agriculture, Computer-based Pesticide Exams

WCC Workforce Certification Center Monday–Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm / After-hours and weekends by appointment.

For information, call 734-249-5920 or email workforce-certification@wccnet.edu

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Creative Arts

DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY

Digital Camera 3: Nature Photography in the Field

Digital Cameras 1 Whether you’ve read the manual or not, here’s where you can learn the language of digital cameras and discover your camera’s most important menu options and features. We will discuss topics such as resolution, file formats, basic camera operations, composition, building a digital archive and many more. Bring your camera to class and start your photographic journey.

PHO 4012

$125

Tue, Thu 6:00pm - 8:00pm

17942

Randal Stegmeyer May 1 – May 10

MAI

You asked for it. You got it. Let’s apply and experiment with the techniques that we learned in the classroom. We will meet to discuss our goals and expectations and look at some examples and meet again at a designated place to spend a few hours photographing the natural landscape. The following week we will meet to view and discuss your photos and experiences. This is the perfect opportunity to expand and improve your photographic practices. It is also a great chance to create some RAW files for the next class.

PHO 4046

$125

17986

Thu, Sat 6:00pm - 8:00pm & Tue, Thu 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Randal Stegmeyer Jun 21 – Jun 28

MAI

Digital Cameras 2 Ready to step up your game and learn how to make professional looking photos? Here our conversations will advance to topics such as histogram analysis, dynamic range, controlling depth-offield, photographing a moving subject and RAW file technology. In addition to technical information we will also discuss what it means to “see’’ as photographer and what the differences are between a good photograph and a great photograph.

PHO 4013

$125

Tue, Thu 6:00pm - 8:00pm

17943

Randal Stegmeyer May 15 – May 24

MAI

Photoshop: Camera RAW Ready to take your digital SLR photography to the next level?

Learn how to unleash the power of RAW file technology to create stunning images. You’ll delve into Photoshop’s high dynamic range imaging capabilities with RAW files and learn how to shoot and process multiple exposures of high contrast scenes that result in beautiful images with a a full range of colors and details.

PHO 4040

$125

Tue, Thu 6:00pm - 8:00pm

17944

Randal Stegmeyer Jul 10 – Jul 19

MAI

Additional Photography Classes • Essential Elements – page 40 • Study in Light – page 40

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iPhone Photography Want to become more creative with your iPhone photography?

Get an introduction to the best capture, editing and special effect apps available for use with the iPhone. Through a series of handson exercises, you’ll learn new techniques for shooting, processing and sharing photographs. Areas of exploration include HDR, panoramic and time-lapse capture, and options for collage, printing and bookmaking.

PHO 4042

$159

Fri-Sat 9:00am - 1:00pm

17940

Jennifer Baker Jun 1 – Jun 2

MAI

CREATIVE WRITING Writing from the Heart The most powerful writing comes from the heart. What do you care about? What inspires you? What is special in your life? Write about the people and things that are dear to you.

ENG 4004

$119

Wed 6:00pm - 8:30pm

17859

Frances Wang May 16 – Jun 6

PERFORMING ARTS

MAI

Guitar for Beginners Writing with Style: Family and Culture Express yourself through your writing. Learn how to use your own experiences to explore your creativity and tell your story in this hands-on class.

ENG 4004

$79

Sat 9:30am - 3:30pm

17858

Frances Wang May 5

MAI

Discover your inner voice through writing. Learn how to begin the writing process and explore your creativity in this hands-on class. $79

Sat 9:30am - 3:30pm

17860

MUS 4020

$139

17926 Sat 11:00am - 12:30pm

*No class on May 26.

David Swain May 5 – Jun 30*

MAI

Silent Cinema

Writing with Style: Finding Your Voice

ENG 4004

In a relaxed and nurturing environment, learn basic open chord positions, practice changing chords smoothly, strumming, fingerpicking, bass runs and bass progressions.

Frances Wang Jun 2

MAI

What do you call a moving image with no sound? Groundbreaking!

In this class, we will discuss the origin and motivation behind the creation of silent cinema. Delve into the film production process— how exactly were the films made? Who wrote the storylines? Did special effects even exist? Get an introduction to the trailblazing actors and actresses of the silent era (and their surrounding drama). Learn how this new art form brought audiences from all over the world to the same creative space. Immerse yourself in the world of silent cinema where a picture without sound speaks volumes.

ART 4074

$75

Tue 6:00pm - 8:00pm

17946

Whitney Thomas May 8 – May 29

MAI

Ukulele for Beginners Portuguese sailors spread the ukulele and its music to the people in the Pacific Islands who have since been playing it for decades.

Experience what Pacific Islanders enjoy, as you learn how to play this wonderful four-string instrument.

MUS 4006

$139

17927 Sat 1:00pm - 2:30pm

*No class on May 26.

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Continuing Watercolor: Special Topics Explore various views of water as subject matter: rain, fog, ice, cups of tea, water drops, rivers and lakes. You will use some photos, still-life setups and also refer to some great works of art in order to develop your own masterpiece.

ART 4630

$279

Debra Golden

17870 Sat 12:30pm - 3:00pm

*No class on May 26, June 23.

May 12 – Jul 28*

MAI

Mixed-Media Watercolor This class introduces art-making strategies using mixed media (combinations of traditional and experimental art materials) to design unique and detailed art. Discover how to create backgrounds, textures and layering styles on a variety of surfaces. Apply your own creativity to your work, while learning some valuable techniques that will help you express yourself.

VISUAL ARTS

ART 4502

Watercolor Landscapes: Elements Further your technical skill in watercolor as we focus each week on painting one aspect of a watercolor landscape. You will learn techniques for painting both close-up and distant parts of a landscape, and ways to add visual interest by simplifying.

ART 4057

$245

Debra Guidot-Allen

17923 Tue 4:00pm - 6:00pm

*No class on Jul 3.

May 15 – Jul 24*

MAI

Buildings in Watercolor Develop and build new skills in watercolor as we focus on buildings as our subject. Beginners and advanced participants are all welcome as we learn and apply texture techniques to elements such as rocks, wood grain and brick. Use your brush’s “green thumb” to explore shadows with depth that add to landscapes. Buildings will range from tents to treehouses, coffee shops to castles, and possibly places near and dear to you.

ART 4080

$279

Debra Golden

17984 Wed 6:15pm - 8:45pm

*No class on Jul 4.

May 23 – Aug 1*

MAI

Continuing Acrylics: Open Studio Do you have some experience in acrylics and want to expand your skills with more complex subjects and techniques? This is the class for you! An experienced trainer will encourage you to work on your own subjects, as well as those of the group. Our subjects will include painting animals and people, as well as local scenes and flowers. Explore how and when to use acrylic mediums and experiment with painting on a variety of surfaces beyond canvases such as Plexiglas, fabrics and foam core. Take advantage of weekly demos and critiques. Bring an example of your work to the first class and be ready to paint.

ART 4072

$279

Debra Golden

17869 Mon 6:15pm - 8:45pm

*No class on May 28, July 2 .

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$245

Debra Guidot-Allen

17924 Wed 4:00pm - 6:00pm

*No class on Jul 4.

May 16 – Jul 25*

MAI

Watercolor Flowers Paint beautiful flower bouquets using a variety of watercolor techniques and live flowers for inspiration. This class is for anyone who admires this elegant and accessible medium, even those who have never painted. You will learn the foundations of watercolor painting, composition, color, line, light, shadow, form and texture, as you paint beautiful and striking images.

ART 4052

$245

Debra Guidot-Allen

17922 Mon 4:00pm - 6:00pm

*No class on May 28.

May 14 – Jul 23*

MAI

Intro to Drawing Do you have an interest in art and don’t know where to start? Or maybe you’ve always enjoyed drawing and want to begin again. In this introductory class, you will learn the fundamentals of drawing and have an opportunity to experiment with line, shade and contour. Prepare to get inspired!

ART 4065

$245

Thu 4:00pm - 6:00pm

17925

Debra Guidot-Allen May 17 – Jul 19

MAI

“I enjoyed this class and learned a lot. ”

— Drawing in Color class participant

Register online: wccnet.edu/economic-development

Community Enrichment

General Interest AVIATION Aviation: So You Want to Fly? Learn what it takes to fly in this three-session class. We’ll examine how planes work, how to plan a flight, meteorology and basic radio call language. At Solo Aviation, Inc., a flight school at the Ann Arbor Municipal Airport, we will look underneath an airplane’s cowling, learn about engine fundamentals and sit in and compare different airplane models.

HOB 4016

$59

Sat 9:00am - 12:00pm

17919

Solo Aviation Jun 9 – Jun 23

MAI

HISTORY AND CULTURE AUTO/CYCLE MAINTENANCE REPAIR Italian Renaissance Art Basic Motorcycle Maintenance Explore the basics of motorcycle maintenance and ergonomics.

Learn how to take care of your bike and make adjustments to make it fit you better. You’ll learn through discussion and theory as well as hands-on application and practice in WCC’s motorcycle service technology lab.

MCS 4050

$79

Sat 9:00am - 4:00pm

17945

Alan Hack May 5

MAI

Art for art’s sake was a major theme of the Italian Renaissance.

Take yourself back in time to explore Italy in the Middle Ages and learn the context that shaped Renaissance art. You’ll learn about various regions in Italy and their influences on the artists, painting, architecture and sculpture of the period. We’ll discuss the role of family patronage during this time. We’ll also look at art works through slides and pictures. Open up your senses to the richness of this important time in art history.

ART 4497

$135

Tue 7:30pm - 9:30pm

17937

Salvatore Bisaccia May 1 – Jun 5

MAI

Introduction to World Travel Get an introduction to tried-and-true ways to travel outside of the United States. Topics will include selecting a destination, where to stay, transportation, packing and health precautions. By the end of class, you will have the necessary information to begin planning your own international adventures. Discover the possibilities of world travel in this informative class!

HUM 4018

$39

Tue 5:00pm - 7:00pm

17941

Becky Roberts Jun 26

MAI

Historic Washtenaw: Ypsilanti’s Depot Town and Ann Arbor’s Lower Town Learn how these two neighborhoods were almost the center of their towns. How important was the railroad to each community?

The class will consist of one lecture for each community and a walk in both places.

wccnet.edu/economic-development / 734-677-5060

HST 4070

$89

17939

Wed 6:30pm - 8:30pm & Sun 1:00pm - 3:00pm

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Conversational Spanish 3: Accelerated Build on your Spanish skills from Conversational Spanish 1 and 2 in this third edition. In this class, you will begin to develop listening comprehension as a means to increase your conversational skills.

Good pronunciation, along with learning phrases of native Spanish speakers, will help you master proper grammatical structures.

SPN 4003

$300

Gregorio Melean

17932 Mon, Wed 6:30pm - 8:30pm May 7 – Jul 11*

*No class on May 14, May 28, June 18, July 4.

The 32,000 Islands of the Great Lakes Dotting the Great Lakes are 32,000 islands that “nobody knows about”, yet form the largest collection of freshwater islands on Earth. Over four sessions, you will learn what makes an island special and enjoy a lake-by-lake survey of the islands and archipelagos in U.S. and Canadian waters. You’ll view photographs, videos and learn the unique characteristics of islands in each lake, along with each island’s wildlife, lighthouses and shipwrecks. You’ll receive handouts and a list of resources leading you to in-depth information beyond what we cover in class.

HST 4012

$95

Tue, Thu 4:00pm - 6:00pm

17970

Karen Vigmostad May 1 – May 10

MAI

LANGUAGES

French: Level 1 Using various training methods, the trainer will cover a range of topics including French greetings, expressions and how to identify people and things. You will also become familiar with the French culture and country, history, beliefs, customs and foods.

FRN 4005

Learn the alphabet and signs for everyday phrases in this introductory class that emphasizes the proper use of gestures, idioms, body language and sentence structure. You will also examine some of the grammatical and cultural differences between American Sign Language and standard English.

ASL 1050

17861

$205 | CEUs: 2 Tue 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Teresa White May 1 – Jul 3

MAI

$249

17874 Sat 12:00pm - 2:00pm

*No class on May 26.

$249

17873 Sat 10:00am - 12:00pm

*No class on May 26.

$189 | mandatory fee: $15

Conversational Spanish 1: Accelerated

17938

Learn to carry on a conversation in Spanish in a more accelerated format. You will learn proper pronunciations, greetings and useful phrases for daily life as well as how to identify people and things.

Japanese: Level 1

17930 Sat 10:00am - 12:00pm May 5 – Jul 28*

*No class on May 12, May 26, June 16.

MAI

Conversational Spanish 2: Accelerated Accelerate your Spanish conversational skills and earn two CEUs from WCC. You will learn proper pronunciations, greetings and useful phrases for daily life as well as how to identify people and things.

SPN 1050

$389 | CEUs: 2

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MAI

Tue 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Salvatore Bisaccia May 1 – Jul 3

MAI

Have fun while learning to speak a new language. You’ll learn proper pronunciations, greetings and useful expressions for daily life.

You’ll also become familiar with the Japanese culture and country, its climate, history, beliefs, customs and food. For professionals who are beginning to engage with Japanese speakers, this class will serve as an excellent Japanese cultural orientation program.

JPN 4000

17933

$189 Tue 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Kenji Yano May 1 – Jul 3

MAI

Gregorio Melean

17931 Tue, Thu 6:30pm - 8:30pm May 8 – Jul 24*

*No class on May 29, July 3, July 5.

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In this class, we will cover proper greetings and pronunciations, along with useful expressions for daily life, people and things. We will also cover the Italian culture and country, and its climate, history, beliefs, customs and food.

Gregorio Melean

MAI

Italian: Level 1

ITL 4000

$189 | CEUs: 2

May 5 – Jul 28*

Have fun while learning more about French grammar, vocabulary and culture. Using various training methods, the trainer will expand your knowledge of French greetings, expressions, how to identify people and things and more.

SPN 1000

Susan Wenzinger

French: Level 2

FRN 4015

American Sign Language: Level 1

MAI

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MAI

Register online: wccnet.edu/economic-development

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Japanese: Level 2

Ghosts and Demons

Build on what you learned in Japanese: Level 1. Continue to expand your knowledge of the language as you learn additional vocabulary, grammar and useful expressions. We will delve deeper into information about the Japanese culture and people.

This class continues where the Ghost Hunting 101 left off. The trainer will share some of her more interesting cases and exorcisms. You will learn the difference between ghost hauntings and demon infestations. You will be welcome to share your stories.

JPN 4005

17934

$189 Thu 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Kenji Yano May 3 – Jul 5

MAI

Developing Your Psychic Ability Learn the skills to relax your mind through meditative techniques and exercises, such as visualization, that will help you open your mind to your sixth sense. You’ll gain knowledge of different forms of psychic abilities and how to use protection against negative energies. $39

Sat 6:30pm - 9:30pm

17864

$39

Sat 6:30pm - 9:30pm

17865

Beverly Fish Jun 23

MAI

The Psychology of Spiritual Growth

HOBBIES AND EXPLORATION

HUM 4013

HOB 4013

Beverly Fish Jun 9

Explore the wealth of wisdom in the rich and little-known field of spiritual psychology. Examine the journey towards authentic spiritual growth using the writings of Carl Jung, Peggy Wright and Michael Daniels and the theories of psychosynthesis and focusing.

Pairing experiential exercises with profound scholarly readings, study this fascinating area of psychology that encompasses the expansive and powerful nature of life, spirit and humanity.

HSC 4392

$115

Lauren Tatarsky

17871 Wed 6:00pm - 8:00pm May 9 – Jun 20*

*No class on May 16, May 30, June 13.

MAI

MAI

MOTORCYCLE SAFETY WCC offers the Basic Rider Course, Returning Rider Course and Advanced Rider Course.

• New riders: Learn to ride and earn your endorsement in the Basic Rider Course.

In class, ride WCC’s motorcycles.

• Experienced but unlicensed riders: Earn your endorsement in the one-day Returning Rider Course. In class, ride your own motorcycle.

Motorcycle safety classes are funded by a grant awarded annually by the Michigan Department of State.

Michigan’s motorcyclists provide the money for the grant funding via fees on their m/c operator endorsements and motorcycle license plates.

• Licensed and experienced riders: Enhance your skills with the Advanced Rider Course. In class, ride your own motorcycle.

Class tuition for all classes is only $50.

See our website for the class schedule: wccnet.edu/economic-development

wccnet.edu/economic-development / 734-677-5060

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Health & Wellness Coping with Exam Panic and Procrastination This workshop offers you simple relaxation and concentration techniques that allow you to overcome what’s known as test stress or examination panic. You’ll learn how take control of your emotional state and focus when facing the challenges of exams, tests and quizzes. Improve your attitude, composure and performance of any classroom examination with the invaluable skills you’ll learn in this workshop.

HEC 4211

$49

Wed 6:30pm - 8:30pm

17830

Conrad Welsing Aug 15 – Aug 29

MAI

Exploring Happiness: Are You on Track or Taking a Detour Explore the background and pressure associated with the goal of happiness in our society. We’ll question myths, beliefs and social norms associated with happiness and discuss specific actions and observations that will allow you to evaluate the source and practicality of suggestions.

PSY 4003

$49

Wed 6:30pm - 8:30pm

17983

Conrad Welsing May 2 – May 16

MAI

Windows into Wellness: Cultivating Compassion Learn how cultivating compassion can sustain you through tense times and transitions. This class highlights how self-care and selfcompassion are essential for our own wellness and the wellness of our families and communities as a whole. With compassion as a foundation, your ambitious and altruistic pursuits can become sustainable and successful.

HSC 4164

$39

Wed 6:00pm - 9:00pm

17868

Robin Goldberg Jun 6

MAI

Windows into Wellness: Meet the Mind-Body Connection This interactive workshop will illuminate how our thoughts, beliefs, and emotions can affect our muscles, bones, and organs. You will also learn relaxation techniques, inspired by healing modalities like yoga and reflexology, that honor these influential connections.

These simple stress-relieving tools can enable you to reconnect with inner sources of strength, joy and well-being.

HSC 4164

$39

Wed 6:00pm - 9:00pm

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Reiki Level 1: Shoden Feeling stressed out, rundown or out of sorts? Looking for a simple and natural way toward better health? The Japanese art of reiki may be for you. Reiki is a gentle, hand-based, energy-balancing technique that relieves stress and triggers the innate healing response of the body. It has also been shown to relieve pain, improve digestion and promote general well-being.

HSC 4440

$149

Sat 9:00am - 3:00pm

17875

Andrew Anders Jun 2 – Jun 9

MAI

Reiki Level 2: Okuden Looking to deepen your awareness and expand your reiki practice? This class will take you to the next level as you become a more effective practitioner. Learn how to focus reiki treatments for the mind and emotions as well as over great distances. In this twosession workshop, you’ll learn traditional reiki techniques, nonphysical applications, practitioner symbols and contemporary methods.

HSC 4535

$169

Sat 9:00am - 4:00pm

17876

Andrew Anders Jul 7 – Jul 14

MAI

MAI

Register online: wccnet.edu/economic-development

SENIOR FOCUS Ann Arbor Senior Center 1320 Baldwin Ave, Ann Arbor 734-794-6250

These classes are at convenient sites throughout Washtenaw County, and are available to all county residents who are 65 years or older before the start of the semester. Contact individual centers for more details.

Tai Chi for Seniors Wed, 9:00 am–10:30 am ...... 5/9-7/18 No class 7/4

Jewish Community Center

Saline Area Senior Center

Tai Chi for Seniors Wed, 1:00 pm–2:30 pm ....... 5/9-7/18 No class 7/4

Tai Chi for Seniors Thu, 9:30 am–11:00 am ..... 5/10-7/12

Watercolor Workshop Thu, 9:30 am–11:30 am ..... 5/10-7/12

Chelsea Adult Learners PO Box 134, Chelsea 734-292-5540

2935 Birch Hollow, Ann Arbor 734-971-0990

7190 N. Maple Rd., Saline 734-429-9274

Manchester Senior Center

Line Dance Thu, 8:20 am–9:20 am .. 5/10/19-7/12 Strength and Conditioning Fri, 10:20 am–11:20 am ..... 5/11-7/27 No class 5/25, 7/6

Historic Washtenaw Thu, 2:00 pm–4:00 pm ........ 5/3-5/24

912 City Road, Manchester 734-428-7628

Women in The New Testiment Fri, 10:00 am–12:00 pm ....... 5/11-6/8

Yoga for Seniors Tue, 9:30 am–11:00 am ....... 5/8-6/12

Chelsea Pines

Northfield Senior Center

325 Wilkinson St, Chelsea 734-433-9130

9101 Main St., Whitmore Lake 734-449-2295

Senior Fitness Tu/Th, 9:30 am–10:30 am .... 5/8-7/12

Fitness for Seniors Thu, 1:00 pm–2:00 pm ...... 5/17-7/19

1015 Congress, Ypsilanti 734-483-5014

Chelsea Senior Center

Parkridge Community Center

Line Dance Tue, 9:20 am–10:20 am ....... 5/8-7/10

512 E. Washington St., Chelsea 734-475-9242

591 Armsrtong, Ypsilanti 734-483-7700

Senior Fitness Wed, 10:30 am–11:30 am .... 5/9-7/18 No class 7/4

Line Dance Thu, 10:30 am–11:30 am ... 5/10-6/28

Yoga for Seniors Wed, 10:00 am–11:00 pm ... 5/9-7/18 No class 7/4

Ypsilanti Senior Citizens Recreation Ctr.

Fitness for Seniors Wed/Fri, 11:00 am–12:00 pm .............

5/9-6/29

7720 Ann Arbor St., Dexter 734-426-7737

Yoga for Seniors Wed, 10:30 am–11:30 am .... 5/9-7/25 No class 6/27, 7/4

Glacier Hills

1200 Earhart Rd., Ann Arbor 734-929-6781

Tai Chi for Seniors Tue, 9:30 am–11:00 am ....... 5/8-7/17 No class 7/3

Yoga for Seniors Fri, 1:00 pm–2:30 pm ........ 5/11-7/20 No class 6/22 Thu, 1:00 pm–2:30 pm ...... 5/10-7/19 No class 6/21

Fitness for Seniors Wed, 9:00 am–10:30 am ...... 5/9-7/11 Mon/Fri, 9:30 am–10:30 am . 5/7-7/13

Pittsfield Senior Center Dexter Senior Center

Yoga for Seniors Mon, 11:00 am–12:30 pm ... 5/7-7/23 No class 5/28, 6/25

701 W. Ellsworth, Ann Arbor 734-822-2117

Tai Chi Beginning Mon, 9:00 am–10:15 am .... 5/14-7/23 No class 5/28 Tai Chi Intermediate Mon, 10:30 am–11:45 am .. 5/14-7/23 No class 5/28 Fitness for Seniors Fri, 3:30 pm–4:30 pm ........ 5/11-7/20 No class 7/6 Ball Fitness Tue, 2:30 pm–3:30 pm ......... 5/8-7/17 No class 7/3

Ypsilanti Township Community Center

2025 E. Clark Rd. , Ypsilanti 734-544-3800

Line Dance Tue, 8:10 am–9:10 am ......... 5/8-7/10 Yoga for Seniors Tue, 10:15 am–11:45 am ..... 5/8-7/10 Tai Chi Intermediate Mon, 9:00 am–10:30 am ...... 5/7-7/16 No class 5/28 Fitness for Seniors Thu, 9:00 am–10:00 am ..... 5/10-7/12 Tue, 9:15 am–10:15 am ....... 5/8-7/10

wccnet.edu/economic-development / 734-677-5060

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An Introduction to Google Drive and Docs Basics Get to know Google Drive, the free cloud-storage service, and Google Docs, the web-based application for creating and storing documents, photos, videos and more in one place online. See how accessing Google Drive anywhere online can help you share and collaborate on documents, spreadsheets and presentations. Make your life easier with Google Drive, Google Docs and the cloud.

CIS 4047

17878

$65

Denise Swope

Tue, Thu 10:00am - 12:00pm Jun 12 – Jun 14

MAI

Advancing in Google Docs and Drive Discover the fundamentals of creating, formatting and sharing documents, spreadsheets, presentations and forms with Google Drive. Learn how to work with your files: creating, converting, syncing and deleting. Get tips on organizing and searching Drive.

We will then cover the basics of inserting and formatting images, text, tables and data in documents, spreadsheets, presentations and the Google Forms feature for polling an audience and collecting responses. You’ll also learn about creating with Google Drawings, the best ways to collaborate using Google Docs and how to save time with templates.

Computer Basics 4: Advancing Your Skills Learn how to find and install new apps from the Windows Store and customize your display preferences and account settings so that your PC works perfectly for you. Find out how to backup and restore Windows in case of computer failure and recover missing files when you use Windows Defender to protect yourself against malware. Use Multitasking to switch between multiple applications; become more effective in browsing and managing files and folders with the File Explorer; increase your browsing skills on the web with Edge and work with email, contacts, and calendars.

You’ll feel comfortable with Windows 10 after learning more skills and mastering techniques.

CIS 4074

17985

$139

Denise Swope

Tue, Thu 10:00am - 12:00pm May 8 – May 24

“The instructor is fantastic!

Very knowledgeable. ”

— Computer Basic 1 class participant

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CIS 4056

17879

$115

Denise Swope

Tue, Thu 10:00am - 12:00pm Jul 10 – Jul 19

MAI

Managing Your Gmail

COMPUTING AT HOME

MAI

Learn the basics of composing, sending and replying to messages with Gmail. Discover ways to organize your inbox so you can find messages when you need them, and how to search and use shortcuts to work most effectively with Gmail. It’s important to organize your inbox so you can find messages when you need them.

Discover how to organize, search and use shortcuts to work with Gmail more effectively every step of the way.

CIS 4046

17877

$65

Denise Swope

Tue, Thu 10:00am - 12:00pm Jun 5 – Jun 7

MAI

DIY HOME REPAIR Home Improvement and Preventive Maintenance Protect your investment by learning the nuts and bolts of home maintenance. Explore everything from ways to assess a problem, how to determine whether you have the skills to fix it, and which tools to use for particular tasks. Examine seasonal checklists, safety issues, plumbing, electrical, basic caulking techniques and basic maintenance. You’ve insured your home, now ensure that it will continue to provide you shelter, comfort and enjoyment for years to come.

CON 4565

$69

Thu 6:30pm - 8:30pm

17829

Steven Bredernitz Jul 19 – Jul 26

MAI

Register online: wccnet.edu/economic-development

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Wills, Trusts and Estate Planning Create your own will under the supervision of a practicing attorney.

You’ll receive help with evaluating your estate planning needs as we discuss living trusts, jointly held property, guardianship arrangements for children and ways to avoid the pain of probate.

LAW 4015

$75

Tue 7:00pm - 9:00pm

17880

Virginia Cardwell May 1 – May 15

MAI

FITNESS Social Ballroom Dance No matter how complicated it may look on television, you can ballroom dance. From dancers with experience to those who only dream of dancing, this class can help anyone learn new steps and improve their style.

Bathroom Remodeling: Affordable Luxury Remodeling your bathroom can make your private space a haven and add value to your home. Learn about remodeling basics from a licensed builder. We’ll cover design, lighting, plumbing, ventilation, vanities and fixtures, sinks and counters, showers and tubs, and tile and flooring.

CON 4690

$49

Thu 6:30pm - 9:00pm

17828

$215

Natalia Alexandrova

17863 Sat 3:00pm - 5:00pm

*No class on Jun 16.

Jun 2 – Aug 11*

MAI

Jun 5 – Aug 7

MAI

17862

Tue 7:30pm - 9:30pm

Steven Bredernitz Jun 28

MAI

DIY: Kitchen Remodeling Want to improve the flow and function of your kitchen? Explore remodeling basics with a licensed builder. Some of the topics we will cover include design, lighting, plumbing, cabinets, countertops and flooring.

CON 4017

$49

Thu 6:30pm - 9:00pm

17825

DAN 4010

Steven Bredernitz Jun 14

MAI

Tai Chi Chuan for Beginners Is tai chi chuan an exercise for health and relaxation, or a martial art? The answer is both. In this beginning Yang-style class, you’ll learn techniques to promote relaxation of the mind and body, centering, better balance, concentration and improved health. Tai chi chuan may also facilitate academic, intellectual and conceptual learning.

PEA 4005

$110 | mandatory fee: $10

Wed 6:00pm - 7:15pm

17823

Stephen Harrigan May 9 – Jun 27

TRI

Tai Chi Chuan: Intermediate

FAMILY MATTERS We Create Homeowners: Let Us Show You How! Invest a few hours to avoid mistakes in the largest purchase you will make in your lifetime. Making offers, paperwork, home inspections and other factors can be intimidating to anyone. Join us for a class that will help put your mind at ease, and give you concrete experience that will make the process more enjoyable. You will learn what you need to make an offer on a home, the steps to purchase a home and what to look for in a home inspection.

RES 4006

$175

Thu 6:30pm - 8:30pm

17827

Steven Bredernitz / Mildred Matthews May 3 – May 24

MAI

Ready for more challenge? This class offers a higher level of instruction in Yang-style tai chi chuan. You can work on the form at your own pace and practice some elementary pushing hands and applications.

PEA 4095

$110 | mandatory fee: $10

Wed 7:30pm - 8:45pm

17824

TRI

Tai Chi for Mobility Maintenance Tai chi chuan is a slow, low-impact, mind-body exercise that strengthens muscles, improves balance and motor control and facilitates mindfulness and concentration. We will practice/play simple, smooth, whole-body movements together in a quiet, calm, warm and embracing atmosphere. These movements can improve your quality of life when you add them to your daily routine.

PEA 4095

$165 | mandatory fee: $10

17921 Thu 9:30am - 11:00am

*No class on Jul 5.

wccnet.edu/economic-development / 734-677-5060

Stephen Harrigan May 9 – Jun 27

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Karla Groesbeck May 17 – Jul 26*

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FOOD AND DRINK

New Recipes!

Rustic Italian Cooking Rustic Italian Cooking: A Taste of Northern Italy: Veal Explore delicious dishes of northern Italy! We’ll prepare veal roast braised in grappa with root vegetables, lemon risotto and a side dish of seasonal vegetables or salad. Our dessert will be lemon sorbet with marinated fresh berries.

CUL 4023 $39 | mandatory fee: $30 17883

Zumba fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create a one-of-a-kind fitness program that will blow you away.

The routines feature interval training sessions where fast and slow rhythms and resistance training combine to tone and sculpt your body and burn fat. Add some Latin flavor and international zest into the mix, and you’ve got a Zumba class. $69

Michele Williams

CUL 4024 $39 | mandatory fee: $30

18144 Mon 6:00pm - 7:00pm

*No class on May 28.

May 7 – Jun 18*

PAR

Jun 25 – Aug 6

PAR

Rustic Italian Cooking: Florentine-Style Rib Roast

Mon 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Tennis, Anyone?

Work directly with a group trainer at Chippewa Racquet Club to learn the rules of tennis. You’ll also learn techniques for handwork and footwork, stance, basic strokes and grips.

PEA 4125

$149 | mandatory fee: $45

Katherine VanDeWege

17935 Wed 12:00pm - 1:30pm

*No class on Jul 4.

May 23 – Aug 1*

CHI

17936 Fri 12:00pm - 1:30pm

*No class on Jul 6.

May 25 – Aug 3*

CHI

Explore a practical self-defense system designed by women, for women. This exclusively female class combines elements from both Choi Kwang Do and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. This dynamic class places emphasis on effectiveness rather than uniforms and belt systems like traditional martial arts, making it the perfect choice for a woman who wants a safe, experienced space to train in. $135

CE Instructor

18122 Mon 11:00am - 12:00pm

*No class on May 28.

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Francesca Giarraffa Jun 27

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Come and make fabulous Florentine fare with us! Our main dish will be a pork rib roast slow roasted with herbs. Our roast will be accompanied by sliced butternut squash baked with tomato slices and capers and sautéed black kale. Luscious Zuccotto, a Florentine-style dome-shaped cake with a filling of coffee ice cream and walnuts along with Amaretti cookies, will conclude our evening.

CUL 4044 $39 | mandatory fee: $30 17884

Wed 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Francesca Giarraffa Jun 6

DIX

Rustic Italian Cooking: Lasagna and Veal Cotoletta Sunday Supper

Women’s Self Defense

BMG 4072

DIX

Imagine the delight of your friends and family when you serve roasted leg of lamb with a lemon-butter sauce! We’ll prepare this dish along with baked Yukon potatoes dusted with Pecorino-Romano, English peas sautéed with onions and pan-cetta, and julienned fennel salad in a lemon dressing. The finale for our meal will be ricotta cake with marinated strawberries.

17886

18145

May 30

Rustic Italian Cooking: A Taste of Southern Italy: Roasted Leg of Lamb

Zumba

PEA 4210

Wed 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Francesca Giarraffa

May 7 – Jul 30*

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MAI

Make Sunday extra special when you serve this delicious supper! We will make homemade lasagna in a Genovese basilbased pesto, and Cotoletta Milanese (breaded veal cutlets).

Our side dish will be mixed greens and curly endive salad with lemon vinaigrette. We’ll bring our evening to a close with an apple tart with an orange preserve glaze.

CUL 4044 $39 | mandatory fee: $30 17887

Wed 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Francesca Giarraffa Jul 11

DIX

Register online: wccnet.edu/economic-development

Rustic Italian Cooking: Pizza

Rustic Italian Cooking: Chicken

Most Americans think of pepperoni pizza as an Italian dish–it’s just not so! Come make true Italian pizzas. We’ll begin with homemade dough covered with shredded zucchini, ricotta and smoked mozzarella. We’ll follow this with Margherita pizza, a Neapolitan classic that includes fresh tomatoes, mozzarella and basil. Our final pizza will have sautéed clams, chillies, garlic and parsley. A seasonal salad will complement our pizzas.

Dazzle others with your culinary skill after working with an instructor who was an apprentice at a specialty restaurant in Naples! Our entrée will be thin slices of chicken breast, filled and rolled with Italian ham and Fontina, quickly sautéed and served with a white wine sauce. A potato puree mixed with mushrooms and Parmigiano will be one of our side dishes. Steamed asparagus with a butter-chicken broth sauce and Parmigiano will be the other. Cream caramel, a custard dessert with a layer of soft caramel on top, will be our dessert.

CUL 4044

$39 | mandatory fee: $30

Wed 6:00pm - 9:00pm

17889

Francesca Giarraffa Jul 25

DIX

Rustic Italian Cooking: Pork Make a complete rustic Italian meal with an instructor born into the Italian cooking tradition. Our entrée will be pan-seared pork medallions with garlic and rosemary in a reduced sauce of wine and pan juices. Roasted potato wedges with onions and smoked pancetta and a white bean salad in a lemon vinaigrette will be our side dishes. A homemade cream tart with fresh raspberries will give a delicious end to our evening.

CUL 4013

$39 | mandatory fee: $30

Wed 6:00pm - 9:00pm

17881

Francesca Giarraffa May 2

DIX

Rustic Italian Cooking: Seafood Make a seafood meal fit for Neptune or your nearest and dearest. We will dive in making skate fillets dusted with seasoned flour, sautéed and served with a lemon caper sauce. Zucchini strips baked with onions and fresh thyme will accompany our fillets. A blueberry tart with ice cream will end our meal.

CUL 4044

$39 | mandatory fee: $30

Wed 6:00pm - 9:00pm

17885

Francesca Giarraffa Jun 13

wccnet.edu/economic-development / 734-677-5060

DIX

CUL 4012

$39 | mandatory fee: $30

Wed 6:00pm - 9:00pm

17882

Francesca Giarraffa May 16

DIX

Rustic Italian Cooking: Summer Salads Learn how to make the most of the season’s bountiful harvest into Italian summer salads! Our first salad will include a shellfish, calamari and shrimp mix in a lemon-garlic sauce. Bistecca insalata, thinly sliced, grilled sirloin steak over baby arugula with Yukon potatoes and pine nuts in a Dijon mustard dressing will be our next salad. Panzanella, a Tuscan-style toasted bread salad with mixed vegetables and grilled chicken thigh, will be our final recipe.

CUL 4044

$39 | mandatory fee: $30

Wed 6:00pm - 9:00pm

17890

Francesca Giarraffa Aug 1

DIX

Rustic Italian Cooking: Vegetarian Cianfotta, a traditional Neopolitan vegetable stew of eggplant, potatoes, bell peppers and tomatoes served with garlic brushetta will be our first course. Frittaine, egg crepes wrapped with sliced mozzarella then baked with tomato sauce, will be our next.

A puff pastry with a filling of ricotta, sautéed spinach and Parmigiano, will be our last.

CUL 4044

$39 | mandatory fee: $30

Wed 6:00pm - 9:00pm

17888

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Francesca Giarraffa Jul 18

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HOME & LIF E

Vegan Essentials Your personal health, desire to protect our animal friends, or save the planet may be among your motivations to explore a vegan diet.

This class helps you discover the important whys, and learn the easy hows, to make every vegan meal healthy and delicious. We’ll discuss how to select plant-based ingredients, make healthy substitutions and build your vegan pantry. You’ll learn to prepare breakfast skillet hash, southwestern bean burgers, creamy tomato and fresh basil pasta sauce and deep chocolate brownies.

CUL 4050

$79 | mandatory fee: $55

Thu 6:00pm - 9:00pm

17822

Vicki Brett-Gach May 31 – Jun 7

DIX

GARDENING

Wines of Bordeaux Other than Champagne, Bordeaux is arguably the most wellknown wine region on earth and also the largest. This region produces an amazing range of wines from dry red, white and rosé to sweet whites. The dry reds and sweet whites are also among the greatest and most expensive in the world. In this class, you will explore the wines and regions in and around Bordeaux.

CUL 4128

$39 | mandatory fee: $20

Thu 6:00pm - 9:00pm

17920

David Creighton May 3

MAI

Pairing Food with Craft Beers: Small Plates Wouldn’t it be fun to hold food pairing sessions at home using small plates and premium craft beer? Start party planning with this introduction to pairing spicy, vegan, smoked, fruity or dessert small plates with both a complementary and contrasting premium craft beer. After this workshop, you will also have an understanding of craft beer styles and how to taste and evaluate beer.

CUL 4132

$39 | mandatory fee: $18

Tue 6:30pm - 9:30pm

17866

Roger Brideau May 15

MAI

Container Gardening: A Plant in Every Pot Find out everything you need to know to grow flowers or vegetables in containers! Container gardens are great for small spaces and areas with poor soil. Whether you want to brighten your porch or balcony with some seasonal flowers, grow some herbs for cooking, or harvest your own vegetables, there’s a container for you. You’ll learn how to choose containers (including cheap and creative options), soil and soil amendments, and how to arrange, water and care for your plants. We’ll cover plant combinations, color schemes and tips for those who want to grow anything from tomatoes and potatoes to beets and corn!

HEC 4375

$29

Tue 6:00pm - 8:00pm

17929

Monica Milla Jun 5

MAI

Heirloom Flowers The old-fashioned flowers our great grandmothers loved to grow were colorful, fragrant, and hardy and just as perfect for today’s gardens. You’ll discover some forgotten plants and rediscover old favorites, as you learn about flowers grown in southeastern Michigan in the 1860s. You’ll find out everything you need to know to grow these flowers, plus fun facts about Victorian planting styles and flower meanings. We’ll also touch on items popular in seed catalogs in the late 1800s.

HEC 4715

$29

Tue 6:00pm - 8:00pm

17928

Monica Milla Jun 12

MAI

SEWING Machine Basics This class teaches you how to make your own clothes and other functional fabric items and how to operate a sewing machine. Discover the basics of fabric and pattern selection, proper measuring and cutting techniques, and how to read and follow sewing instructions.

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HEC 4011

$99

Wed 9:30am - 11:30am

18502

Krystin Kinsey-Weeks May 9 – Jun 27

PAR

Register online: wccnet.edu/economic-development

Community Enrichment

Michigan Folk School Community Enrichment is proud to partner with Michigan Folk School to offer enriching and unique experiences for our participants throughout the year.

This collaboration gives nature lovers, cooks, gardeners and crafters alike the opportunity to engage in hands-on learning, attain new skills and gain a deeper understanding of themselves and the world around them.

These classes take place in a variety of locations, including the beautiful Dixboro Methodist Church and the Michigan Folk School’s homestead. Enjoy the beauty and excitement of new crafts and knowledge!

Cheesemaking Intensive Workshop This hands-on intensive class will cover everything you need to make simple cheeses in your home. Working with both cow and goat milk, you will learn about cultures, equipment and ingredients while making yogurt, feta, ricotta, Brie, buttermilk, sour cream, chèvre, mozzarella and cultured butter. You’ll also receive an introduction to making hard cheeses. The end of this two-day workshop will culminate in a community feast where we will share food, sample the cheeses and enjoy the friends we’ve made working together.

HEC 4169

$95 | mandatory fee: $80

17894 Sat 9:00am - 12:00pm

*No class on May 12.

MI Folk School May 5 – May 19*

DIX

Blacksmithing: An Introduction An ancient craft that is experiencing a modern artistic revival, blacksmithing is a fun and productive hobby that allows you to create many tools and products for use around the home. In this introductory workshop, you will learn the basic tools of the smith, how to set up a portable forge using coal or charcoal, and then practice basic blacksmithing skills including drawing and bending metals. You will make a forged S-hook, a classic blacksmith product. This is the perfect class for the beginning blacksmith.

HEC 4188

$129 | mandatory fee: $30

17891

Sat 9:00am - 3:00pm

Aug 11

MIC

Cottage Food Industry: Make Money Selling Your Homemade Food

17892

Sun 9:00am - 3:00pm

Aug 12

MIC

Learn how to set up your own cottage-based industry and how it relates to the permaculture concept. Examine which foods are allowable for sale and the requirements for labels and listings. Find out about sales records and how to plug into the network of existing cottage food operations.

Creating a Traditional Longbow

HEC 4071

$35

Thu 6:00pm - 8:00pm

17895

MI Folk School May 10

MAI

Fire-by-Friction Workshop This workshop will introduce you to basic fire-by-friction methods and some new techniques and advanced scenarios including a “no knife, no modern tools” fire drill. It is an excellent opportunity to advance your survival knowledge and skills.

HEC 4204

$80 | mandatory fee: $20

Sat 10:00am - 3:00pm

17899

MI Folk School

The pride that comes from shooting a wooden bow that you’ve made with your own two hands is a powerful experience. In this three-day class, you will receive step-by-step instructions in the crafting of a wooden longbow. You will begin with a hickory bowblank that is ready for you to start hand tooling. You will also receive an introduction to the ancient art of tillering, woodworking fundamentals, efficient tool use, and the ability to “read” wood. By the end of the class, you’ll have made your own wooden longbow.

If time and weather permit, you and your fellow learners will have the opportunity to practice shooting techniques.

CON 4244

$199 | mandatory fee: $160

17896

Sat 9:00am - 3:00pm & Sun 9:00am - 12:00pm

MI Folk School May 12 – May 20

MIC

MI Folk School Jun 23

wccnet.edu/economic-development / 734-677-5060

MAI

Spring/Summer 2018 |

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Community Enrichment Earth Oven Workshop Acquire knowledge on how to build your own low-cost, wood-fired oven from clay, sand, straw and water. Earth ovens bake like expensive commercial wood-fired ovens while costing a fraction of the price. They serve beautifully for making breads, pizza, and just about anything you can bake or roast using radiant, conductive and convection heat. Built out of unfired clay, they can be handsculpted into beautiful works of art that become wonderful additions to any backyard or patio. You will build a miniature working model that you can take home for a truly hands-on experience.

HEC 4167

$95 | mandatory fee: $25

Sun 10:00am - 4:00pm

17898

MI Folk School Aug 12

MIC

Flint Knapping Have you ever stumbled upon an ancient arrowhead? How did our ancestors craft and sharpen stone axeheads, knife blades and arrow points? Join us to learn the evolution of flint knapping, basic pressure-flaking techniques, percussion and identification of appropriate base materials. You won’t want to miss the exhilaration you’ll feel as you produce a variety of beautiful and useful sharpened stone tools. The mandatory fee includes a practice stone and a knapper’s tool kit with abrasives, billet and a pressure flaker. This class pairs well with the Crafting a Traditional Longbow.

HEC 4203

$149 | mandatory fee: $115

17900

Sat 9:00am - 3:00pm & Sun 9:00am - 12:00pm

MI Folk School Jun 9 – Jun 10

MIC

From Cottage Food to Commercial Food Foodies, rejoice! Michigan’s local food scene is exploding with new artisan food products, thanks to the Michigan Cottage Food Law. If you’ve been making and selling cottage food, this class will teach you how to take your product into the world of commercial food production. This two-hour workshop will explain basic food processing facilities, regulatory requirements, business development resources, financing and related topics.

HEC 4177

$35

Tue 6:00pm - 8:00pm

17901

MI Folk School May 15

MAI

Permaculture Solution Series: Rocket Stoves Discover a useful, clean-burning, inexpensive heater to use to boil sap down to syrup or heat an entire house. Rocket stoves are a type of fuel-efficient device through the edition of a super-hot chimney above a fire chamber that draws flames sideways and up, blending hot fuel and air into a quick, hot, clean-burning fire that takes little wood, leaves little residue and has lots of uses. This unique and practical workshop focuses on the history, design, testing, material sourcing and variations of rocket stoves. After basic training, you will build a miniature working model that you can take home.

HEC 4108

$69 | mandatory fee: $25

Thu 5:00pm - 9:00pm

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17912

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MI Folk School Aug 9

| Spring/Summer 2018

MIC

Introduction to Oxy-Fuel Brazing and Soldering for Hobbyists The oxy-acetylene torch setup is one of the most affordable versatile tools for any craftsperson. With it, you can heat, weld, braze, silver-solder, bend, and cut. When it comes to metal work every artisan must first master the skill of using a simple flame. This class will begin by introducing you to the safety needed to set-up and use oxy/fuel torches for your at home projects. You will then be taught some basic techniques for brazing and soldering with an oxy/fuel torch. On the last day you will have the chance to create a small craft project during a studio session.

WAF 4001

$139 | mandatory fee: $100

18118

Wed, Thu 5:00pm - 9:00pm & Sat 9:00am - 1:00pm

MI Folk School Aug 15 – Aug 18

MIC

Introduction to Oxy/Fuel Welding for Hobbyists One of the oldest welding processes is known as oxy-acetylene or oxy-fuel and is widely used for a variety of at home craft applications including welding, brazing, silver soldering, metal heating (for bending and forming) and cutting. This is the skill that every metal craftsperson must master. You will be introduced to safety practices needed to set up and use oxy-fuel torches for your art and DIY projects. You will then be taught some skilled techniques for welding with an oxy-fuel torch. On the last day you will have the chance to create a small craft project during a studio session.

WAF 4002

$139 | mandatory fee: $100

18117

Wed, Thu 5:00pm - 9:00pm & Sat 9:00am - 1:00pm

MI Folk School Aug 22 – Aug 25

MIC

Introduction to Primitive Skills Bridge the gap between yourself and the natural world, as you learn simple carving techniques, plant-fiber cordage wrap, basic friction-by-fire bow drill and fundamental medicinal plant identification. This serious participatory workshop combines with a relaxed tone to get you started on basic survival skills.

HEC 4206

$129 | mandatory fee: $25

Sun 9:00am - 5:00pm

17902

MI Folk School Jun 24

MIC

Register online: wccnet.edu/economic-development

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Community Enrichment

Introduction to Stained Glass Discover the beauty, history and evolution of stained glass as you learn basic techniques while crafting a dream catcher, small panel or nightlight. With safety standards in place, you’ll learn how to use glass cutters, grozing and breaking pliers and the soldering iron.

Give your piece a stunning finished look as you gain experience in foiling, soldering and polishing.

CON 4238

$95 | mandatory fee: $50

17903

Tue 6:00pm - 9:00pm & Thu 6:00pm - 9:00pm

MI Folk School May 15 – May 17

MIC

Knife Sharpening Demystified Nothing is more satisfying than working with a truly sharp kitchen knife. In this class, you will learn a simple series of steps that will bring your knife’s edge to shaving sharp. While our focus will be kitchen knives, we will also learn how to apply the same principles to other tools. We will have knives on hand, but you should also bring knives from your kitchen to perfect your skills.

CUL 4098

$35 | mandatory fee: $20

17904

Tue 6:00pm - 8:00pm

May 15

MIC

17905

Tue 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Jul 31

MIC

MI Folk School

The Art of Millinery: Making a Hat Millinery is an age-old art and craft that is rewarding, possibly addictive and highly prized. In this workshop, you will learn its basic skills and history, and then be able to create numerous styles and shapes in many different mediums for any season. You will develop the techniques to mold, shape and style a straw or felt hat on a wooden hat block, then finish it off by hand or machine sewing.

You’ll leave the workshop with your handcrafted crowning achievement.

HEC 4208

$79 | mandatory fee: $85

Sat 9:00am - 3:00pm

17987

MI Folk School Aug 25

MIC

The Kitchen Grocery: Growing Microgreens Microgreens are an essential part of the kitchen grocery. Tiny as they are, these young plants pack remarkably intense flavors, vibrant colors, interesting textures and are absolutely bursting with nutrients. Now you can grow your own at home, inside, all year long. This workshop will show you the necessary equipment to grow, care for and harvest microgreens. You’ll also receive a brief introduction in how to use them, seeds and soil medium as well as a variety of handouts. Turn an ordinary meal into something gastronomically delicious with your homegrown microgreens after attending this workshop.

CUL 4138

$49 | mandatory fee: $20

Tue 6:00pm - 9:00pm

17907

MI Folk School May 8

wccnet.edu/economic-development / 734-677-5060

MIC

Kombucha: The Art of Brewing at Home As innovative as this effervescent tea concoction seems, people have been brewing and drinking kombucha for thousands of years. Now you can learn alongside a master brewer as she imparts the secrets to successfully brewing this ancient elixir at home. Through discussion and hands-on experience, you will gain valuable insight into kombucha’s history and science, health benefits, equipment, ingredients and the care of scoby.

HEC 4207

$49 | mandatory fee: $25

MI Folk School

17988 Sat 11:00am - 1:00pm Aug 4 – Aug 25*

*No class on August 11, August 18.

MIC

Preserving the Harvest: Lacto-Fermentation Make the most of late summer’s bounty of fresh produce by learning how to preserve vegetables through the simple, traditional method of lacto-fermentation. You’ll prevent food waste and be able to eat locally all year. The health-enhancing bacteria of lactofermented foods place them among probiotic foods. Together, we will make sauerkraut and other fermented veggies. We’ll also discuss the healing qualities and nutritional importance of live-culture foods. You will bring home a jar of sauerkraut and a booklet with recipes for dozens of fermented foods that you can easily create at home.

HEC 4645

$49 | mandatory fee: $25

Tue 6:00pm - 9:00pm

17910

MI Folk School Aug 7

MIC

Making Healing Creams, Salves and Lip Balm Wellness is not just about what we put into our bodies, but also about what we put onto our bodies. We will focus on a handful of healing herbs that you can easily find or grow in your garden. You will learn how to infuse oils with herbs and blend them.

HEC 4104

$49 | mandatory fee: $25

Sat 9:00am - 12:00pm

17906

Spring/Summer 2018 |

MI Folk School Jun 2

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MICHIGAN F O L K S C H O O L

Introduction to Organic Gardening

Soap-Making Workshop

Are you new to gardening or gardening in southeastern Michigan?

Would you benefit from a holistic introduction to organic, sustainable food gardening? If yes, then this class is perfect for you. In this three-hour workshop, we will introduce you to the fundamentals of organic gardening: the environmental benefits of organic agriculture, acceptable gardening materials, and organic food and landscaping standards. We will also discuss the knowledge and skills you need to start and maintain an organic food garden, how to choose a site and establish a bed for composting, organic pest management and water conservation.

Learn how to formulate your own recipes! In this workshop, you’ll learn about the proper use and storage of lye and how to mix lye and water. You’ll also get to know about goat milk, fragrance oils versus essential oils, additives, exfoliants, coloring and other ingredients, as well as molding and curing. You will take home recipes, a list of supply and equipment sources, as well as a bar of soap you will make during the class.

HEC 1165

$49 | mandatory fee: $10 | CEUs: 0.4 MI Folk School

Sat 2:00pm - 5:00pm

17911

May 5

MIC

Spoon Carving All-Day Workshop This quick-start, demonstration class introduces you to the basics of carving spoons from green, seasoned wood. You’ll learn various grasps and carving techniques using high quality knifes and a small hatchet or axe. This class is suitable for novices and those with some experience. At the end of the class, you can expect to know how to carve your own spoon.

HEC 4186

$95 | mandatory fee: $20

Sun 10:00am - 4:00pm

17915

MI Folk School May 6

MIC

HEC 4171

$49 | mandatory fee: $25

Sat 9:00am - 12:00pm

17913

MI Folk School Jun 23

DIX

Soap-Making Workshop: Color, Texture and Swirls This beginner-to-intermediate class explores the different types of soap-making colorants and textures. You will learn how to locate natural colorants and incorporate them into your soap; to use dry and wet mixing techniques and texturize soap. You will take home new recipes, a list of colorant and equipment sources, and a bar of soap you will make during class.

HEC 4189

$49 | mandatory fee: $25

Sat 1:30pm - 4:30pm

17914

MI Folk School Jun 23

DIX

Photography: Essential Elements So you have a great camera, now what? Find out how to take better pictures by practicing the simple, yet essential, relationship between shutter speed, f-stop and ISO. Learn to set the correct exposure and what the numbers mean. Discover how to see and think like a photographer by using compositional tools and basic photographic principals. Once you know the rules, you can break the rules! We will take photos both in the classroom and on location.

HEC 1065

$49

Thu 6:00pm - 9:00pm

17908

MI Folk School May 17

MAI

Photography: Study in Light

Traditional Leather Skills Working with leather is a meditative artisanal quest for authenticity and quality. Learning this trade can offer a DIY solution to create many items for everyday use. This beginner’s class offers you hands-on information on leather tools, transferring carving patterns, simple carving, stamping, dyeing, stitching and finishing.

While this class is geared toward the beginner, those who have some experience with leatherwork will greatly benefit by honing their skills and adding advanced techniques. After this skill building, you’ll work on a final project of an envelope clutch, journal, laptop sleeve, Mason jar cozy or a minimalist wallet.

HEC 4202

$179 | mandatory fee: $100

Sun, Sat 9:00am - 3:00pm

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Learn about different qualities of light and how to use them to control color and set a mood in your images. The camera cannot always capture what you see with your eye. Learn to look at a scene, pre-visualize what the camera can capture, and how you want to use it in your images. You will use natural light, weather permitting, to photograph during the golden hour (just before sunset), and explore different lighting techniques such as silhouette, rim lighting and backlighting. You will receive classroom training and take indoor and outdoor photos.

PHO 4043

$49

Thu 6:00pm - 9:00pm

17909

MI Folk School May 24

MAI

MI Folk School Jun 2 – Jun 3

| Spring/Summer 2018

MIC

Register online: wccnet.edu/economic-development

Woodworking: Build a Shave Horse

Woodworking: Hand-Cut Dovetail Joinery Hand-cut dovetails are considered the mark of a true craftsman. In this two-day class, we’ll introduce you to the techniques and sequences of steps to cut dovetails by hand using a handsaw, plane and chisels. You’ll develop your hand skills as you learn the timetested techniques of dovetail joinery. Dovetails are easier to cut and fit than mortise and tenon joinery enabling supreme finish work with practice. You will receive the materials and tools to make a small box.

HEC 4209

$135 | mandatory fee: $30

17990

Sun, Sat 9:00am - 3:00pm

Jun 2 – Jun 3

MIC

17989

Sun, Sat 9:00am - 3:00pm

Aug 11 – Aug 12

MIC

MI Folk School

Woodworking: Creating End-Grain Cutting Boards You can’t beat the look, feel and durability of a butcher-block endgrain cutting board in the kitchen. Some describe the creation of this knife-saving tool as self-healing. This workshop will show you the way around the woodshop, basic tool safety and the properties of wood. Perfect for beginning woodworkers, this class offers training techniques to help you construct a one-of-a-kind, useful and beautiful cutting board for your kitchen.

HEC 4116

$69 | mandatory fee: $71

Sat 9:00am - 1:00pm

17897

MI Folk School Jun 9

wccnet.edu/economic-development / 734-677-5060

MIC

The shaving horse is the ideal workbench for traditional woodworking, such as making tool handles, walking sticks, rustic furniture, carving spoons and more. A foot-operated clamp holds your project securely as you shape it with a draw-knife or spokeshave.

Join us to build your own hybrid-style shaving horse that you can break down for transport or shipping.

HEC 4113

$129 | mandatory fee: $100

17893

Sat 9:00am - 3:00pm & Sun 9:00am - 11:00am

MI Folk School Aug 4 – Aug 5

MIC

Woodworking: Crafting Oval Shaker Boxes Before the age of canisters and Tupperware, the Shakers made and marketed oval boxes made of wood. Learn how to soak, bend, tack, carve, and finish cherrywood with beeswax to create a stack of three nesting boxes. Your finished boxes will not only be useful, they’ll lend charm and grace to any occasion.

HEC 4114

$149 | mandatory fee: $80

17917

Sat 9:00am - 3:00pm & Sun 9:00am - 12:00pm

MI Folk School May 19 – May 20

MIC

Woodworking: Intermediate Shaker Boxes Expand your skills from Crafting Oval Shaker Boxes in this follow-up workshop. You’ll select several projects from a variety of Shaker box styles. With the aid of simple instruction and professional support, you can choose to make fixed-handle carriers, divided trays, tray inserts, or other custom items such as tissue boxes or a sewing box.

HEC 4114

$159 | mandatory fee: $100

17918

Sat 9:00am - 3:00pm & Sun 9:00am - 1:00pm

Spring/Summer 2018 |

MI Folk School Aug 11 – Aug 12

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FUTURE

EXPLORER

Aviation: So You Want to Fly?

SUMMER WORKSHOPS

Ages 11–14

Learn what it takes to fly in this four-session class for youth! Located at Solo Aviation, Inc., a flight school at the Ann Arbor Municipal Airport, you will have hands-on experiences with planes, drones, and the elements behind the scenes that make flight possible. We’ll examine how planes work, basic maintenance and how to plan a flight. Students will also use our state-of-the-art simulator to experience the excitement of being in the air. Join us and find out if you have what it takes to be a pilot!

HOB 4016

$129

Mon - Thu 2:00pm - 4:00pm

17973

CE Instructor Aug 6 – Aug 9

MAI

INNOVATE MOTIVATE COLLABORATE REGISTER TODAY:

FUTURE

wccnet.edu/camps 734-677-5060

PROFESSIONAL

Jumpstart Your College Essay

Ages 15–18

Have you been meaning to start your college application essays all summer? What do those questions mean? Where do you even start? How do you fit it all into the word count? This college application essay boot camp prompts you to sit down and just get it done. Using timed writings and discussion, we will inventory your high school experiences, analyze application essay questions, write a good first draft and discuss editing techniques. Bring a laptop, notebook and pen.

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ENG 4012

$69

Sat 1:00pm - 4:00pm

17975

Frances Wang Aug 18 – Aug 25

MAI

Register online: wccnet.edu/camps

Future U • Summer Workshops for Youth

Drawing Anime Characters Ages 11–18 FUTURE

Learn how to draw characters with distinctive features, expressions, lighting, value and backgrounds that add a real sense of place. We’ll use Japanese anime and graphic novels as inspiration to help you create characters that show emotion, movement and action on the page.

MAKER

Build! Construction for Teens

Ages 14–18

Get hands-on training in this exciting construction class for teens!

Guided by skilled trainers, you will work in the construction lab for half of the week. In the second half, you will apply your training to work with Habitat for Humanity and Ypsilanti Township on various projects. You will learn about basic framing and tool use while practicing safety on the job site.

CON 4001

$315 | mandatory fee: $25 Cristy Lindemann / Loukas Kovanis

17982

Mon-Fri 9:00am - 1:00pm

Training Your Eye: Digital Photography

Aug 20 – Aug 24

MAI

ART 4053

$139

Mon-Fri 3:00pm - 5:00pm

17971

Debra Golden Jul 9 – Jul 13

Drawing Anime Animals

MAI

Ages 11–18

Get inspired to create anime animals that show emotion, movement and action! With Japanese anime and graphic novels as our springboard, we’ll cover how to draw animals with distinctive features and expressions. We’ll also explore lighting, value and backgrounds.

ART 4053

$139

Mon-Fri 3:00pm - 5:00pm

17972

Debra Golden Jul 23 – Jul 27

MAI

Ages 11–14

This class is a fun exploration of digital photography. Over the course of the week, you’ll learn camera operation and how to capture and enhance photos through hands-on shooting assignments, editing and feedback. All this learning will be reflected in your first portfolio of five or more professionally printed 8 x 10 inch prints of your best work.

PHO 4045

$250 | mandatory fee: $10

Mon-Fri 1:00pm - 4:00pm

17978

The Science of Baking

Morgan Barrie Jul 30 – Aug 3

MAI

Ages 14–18

Join us for a week-long hands-on exploration of the science of baking. You’ll work with WCC faculty to create amazing foods from the kitchen to take home every day. With a focus on the science and functions of ingredients, you’ll walk away understanding that there is much more to this art than baking cookies. How does fermentation effect dough? How do we make puff pastry puff?

Make the perfect caramel, cake or crème brûlée while understanding how it all works in this exciting program!

CUL 4141

$315 | mandatory fee: $30

Mon-Fri 8:30am - 1:00pm

17995

wccnet.edu/camps / 734-677-5060

Sharyl Politi Jul 30 – Aug 3

MAI

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Unity Animators

Ages 8–14

Do you want to learn how to use the Unity game development platform to create 3D animation and video games? This is the place to learn how to use Unity software with the C# programming language. We will then use creativity and programming skills to create 2D and 3D games and animation. You’ll proudly show your storyboard and game at the end of the class.

FUTURE

TECHNOLOGISTS

CIS 4063

18002

$299 | mandatory fee: $30 Mon-Fri 9:00am - 12:00pm

CE Instructor Jul 23 – Jul 27

Minecraft Modding Java Code Warriors

Ages 8–14

Learn to code using Scratch visual programming language to design games like Flappy Bird. You’ll get information about coding concepts, design advanced games and implement programming logic. At the end of the class, you’ll present your storyboard and game.

CIS 4062

17999

$299

MAI

Ages 8–14

Get the skills to modify Minecraft plugins and mods using the Java programming language. Besides learning Java, you’ll develop mods for game play and design new features and items. At the end of the class, you’ll show your storyboard and game.

CIS 4058

18001

$299 | mandatory fee: $30 Mon-Fri 9:00am - 12:00pm

CE Instructor Jul 9 – Jul 13

MAI

CE Instructor

Mon-Fri 9:00am - 12:00pm

Jun 18 – Jun 22

Code Masters JavaScript

MAI

Ages 8–14

Learn to code with the JavaScript programming language, using Bitsbox to design games like Fruit Ninja. You’ll learn text-based programming concepts, design games and implement coding logic. You’ll also storyboard and present your game at the end of the class.

CIS 4053

18000

$299

CE Instructor

Mon-Fri 9:00am - 12:00pm

C++ Programming with Arduino

Jun 25 – Jun 29

MAI

Ages 11–14

Advance your programming skills and techniques as you learn about the Arduino microcontroller that can help you control your latest experiment. A great follow-up to Youth Robotics, this class will also show you how to use the Arduino integrated development environment, analog-to-digital conversion, ultrasonic sensors and how to control liquid crystal displays.

CIS 1065

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$175 | mandatory fee: $80 Mon-Fri 1:00pm - 4:00pm

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MAI

Register online: wccnet.edu/camps

Future U • Summer Workshops for Youth

FUTURE 3D @ WCC

ENGINEER

Ages 14–18

Video games, animated films, VFX and virtual reality have been brought to life through the visual power 3D animation. In this workshop workshop, you’ll learn to how get a jump on learning the entire 3D production pipeline (modeling, texturing, lighting, animation, rendering, and compositing) through six focused classes over two weeks.

ANI 4000

17996

$299

Kevin Bindschadler

Mon, Wed, Fri 1:00pm - 4:00pm Jun 18 – Jun 29

Introduction to Drones for Youth

MAI

Ages 11–14

Join us for a week long deep dive into the world of drones! Learn about the history of drones while gaining hands-on experience with a drone simulator. You’ll also have a chance to work with modeling using a 3D printer. At the end of the week, you will walk away with a mini remote-control drone to continue to learn at home!

HOB 4028

$299 | mandatory fee: $40

Mon-Fri 1:00pm - 4:00pm

17991

CE Instructor Aug 20 – Aug 24

MAI

V2X Technology for Youth: Land, Sea and Air! Ages 11–14 Experience vehicles communicating from under the water, on the road and in the air during this camp. While experimenting with sensors, beacons, circuits and chips applied to 3D printed projects and participant-built vehicles, you’ll see the connections between our communities in the not-so-distant future.

CIS 4059

17979

$325 | mandatory fee: $50 Mon-Fri 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Youth Robotics

Square One Jul 23 – Jul 27

MAI

Ages 11–14

Are you interested in learning about and creating your own personal robot? Using an abbreviated version of Arduino C++ to control a microcontroller, you will gain hands-on experience building and programming your own two-wheeled robot. We will cover remote control, motor and display systems. No previous experience with programming is necessary. The best part? You get to keep your robot!

MET 4004

$175 | mandatory fee: $80

Mon-Fri 1:00pm - 4:00pm

17977

Francis Pohs Jun 18 – Jun 22

MAI

Advanced Manufacturing Systems for Teens

Ages 12–18

This program will focus on the fundamental equipment used throughout system integration respective to Advanced Manufacturing. Functionalities include CAD/CAM, 3D Printing (additive manufacturing), CNC Machining (subtractive manufacturing), Robotics and Industrial Wiring/PLC. Join us for a hands-on deep dive into these exciting topics and more!

MEC 4000

$100

Mon - Fri 12:00pm - 4:00pm

18119

CE Instructor Jul 30 – Aug 10

MAI

Digital Inclusion for Teens: Computer Refurbishment Ages 13–18 Get experience in repairing and refurbishing desktop computers and technical training in digital inclusion in this class just for teens.

You’ll learn about computer hardware and its purpose, how to troubleshoot hardware issues and install hardware components.

We will then dive into software, covering operating systems, updates and drivers, security and troubleshooting. While we will focus primarily on PC systems, you’ll also receive exposure to Mac systems.

CIS 4213

$300 | mandatory fee: $50

17974

Mon - Thu 9:00am - 1:00pm

Jack Bidlack Jun 18 – Jun 21

MAI

REGISTER TODAY:

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Policies / Information Class Drop/Refund Policy: Drops are accepted up to

the start of the first class. No refunds are given, for any reason, once the class starts. Mandatory fees will only be refunded if a class is dropped at least 72 hours prior to the start of the first class. To request a drop from a class: • If you registered online or in person, contact our offices at 734-677-5060 or ecdevelopment@wccnet.edu.

• If you registered by mail, include your full name, address, class title, class number and class ID, and send your request to Division of Economic and Community Development, ML 104, Washtenaw Community College, 4800 East Huron River Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48105-4800.

Cancellations: Washtenaw Community College reserves the right to cancel or reschedule a class that does not meet minimum paid enrollment. Participants will be notified of cancellations via email or phone.

Mandatory Fees: Some classes require additional fees for

supplies or materials. These are noted in the class details. All mandatory fees must be paid at the time of registration. Check website for the most up-to-date fee information.

Location and Parking: A majority of classes are held on the main campus of WCC. The locations of off-campus classes are in the class details. Parking on campus is now easier than ever with the new centrally located parking structure. For additional parking info and directions, visit wccnet.edu/about-us/visiting/.

What is a CEU? A CEU (Continuing Education Unit) is a

national measurement unit. One CEU equals ten classroom or equivalent hours, and is used to record, transfer and recognize participation in noncredit learning experiences.

Mailing List Statement: Please note every effort is made to remove individuals or businesses that have requested, in writing, to be deleted from Washtenaw Community College’s mailing lists and or data base. WCC obtains mailing lists/ data from many sources and cannot guarantee you will be eliminated from every mailing.

CHI

Chippewa Tennis & Swim Club

DIX

Dixboro United Methodist Church

HAR

Harriet Street Center

MAI

Main Campus

MIC

MI Folk School

MOR

Morris Lawrence Building

PAR

Parkridge Community Center

SAI

Solo Aviation, Inc.

TRI

Trinity Lutheran Church

Location Index

Emeritus Scholarship:

You must: 1) Have in-district residency status per WCC residency policy. 2) Be 65 years old as of January 1, 2018. 3) Make an in-person visit to the Student Connection with your driver’s license or state-issued photo ID to confirm status and update your record prior to registering for your first class.

Note: Once your scholarship qualification has been confirmed, you may enroll in any noncredit class during regular registration times. To register online with the scholarship, please contact our offices at 734-677-5060.

WCC will apply the scholarship to your tuition for noncredit classes. The Emeritus Scholarship does not apply to mandatory class fees.

Nonprofit Agency Scholarship:

This scholarship provides payment for tuition (only) of agency-approved Economic and Community Development noncredit classes. Submit an application each semester for each class you plan to attend. You must complete all items on this checklist to qualify: 1) You must be a permanent employee of a nonprofit agency (permanent position) in Washtenaw County; 2) Submit the nonprofit agency scholarship application, complete with supervisor approved class(es) and signature, ten business days before start of class; 3) You must attend all class sessions and complete all class requirements. If the class is not successfully completed, you (or your agency) may be billed for the full tuition amount of the class and/or have your scholarship discontinued; 4) You must submit your completed application form with a copy of your agency’s 501(c)3 documentation no later than ten business days before the start of class.

Information/application: Go to wccnet.edu/workforce-development, or contact Whitney Thomas at wlthomas@wccnet.edu or 734-677-5155.

Accreditations: • Washtenaw Community College is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission, 230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500, Chicago, Illinois 60604-1411, 800-621-7440, www.ncahlc.org. Contact 734-973-3300 for information about Washtenaw Community College.

• Washtenaw Community College’s Economic and Community Development Division is a certified provider of CEUs accredited by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) which is recognized internationally as a standard of excellence in instructional practices.

WCC Board of Trustees

ADA/EEO/Title IX/Section 504 Compliance Statements: Washtenaw Community College does not discriminate on the basis of

religion, race, color, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status as provided for and to the extent required by federal and state statutes, nor does the college discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. WCC is committed to compliance in all of its activities and services with the requirements of the Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Public Act 453, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended, Public Act 220, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Employment compliance inquiries should be directed to the VP of Human Resources, Room 120 in the Business Education building, 734-973-3497. Facility access inquiries should be directed to the VP for Facilities, Grounds and Campus Safety, Room PO112, Plant Operations Building, 734-677-5322. Title IX or ADA/504 inquiries related to programs and services should be directed to the VP for Student and Academic Services, Room SC 247, Student Center Building, 734-973-3536.

Diana McKnight-Morton, Chair Christina Fleming, Vice Chair Angela Davis, Secretary Bill Milliken Jr., Treasurer David DeVarti Ruth Hatcher Richard J. Landau, J.D.

Title II Student Right-to-Know and Campus Security Act Compliance Statement: The Student Right-to-Know and Campus

Rose B. Bellanca, Ed.D., WCC President WCC is a smoke-free campus.

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Security Act of 1990 is a federal law that mandates the disclosure by all institutions of higher education of the rates of graduation, the number of incidents of certain criminal offenses, the type of security provided on campus, the pertinent policies regarding security on campus and policies that record and deal with alcohol and drug abuse. WCC is in full compliance and provides information annually through various means, including college publications, wccnet.edu or email. Inquiries concerning the Student Right-to-Know and Campus Security Act should be directed to Washtenaw Community College, Office of the Vice President for Student and Academic Services, Room SC 247, Student Center Building, Ann Arbor, MI 48105-4800, 734-973-3536.

If you have a disability and require accommodation to participate, contact Learning Support Services (LSS) at 734-973-3342 to request accommodations at least 72 hours in advance.

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Register online: wccnet.edu/economic-development

Questions? 734-677-5060

ecdevelopment@wccnet.edu

Three Easy Ways to Register Mail-in*

Register and pay by credit card.

wccnet.edu/economic-development

Walk-in* Student Center Building

Send completed registration form with check or money order (payable to Washtenaw Community College) to:

WCC Main Campus 4800 East Huron River Drive Ann Arbor, MI 48105-4800 Payment by check (including all fees) is due at the time of registration.

Workforce Development Registration Student Records, SC 203 Washtenaw Community College 4800 East Huron River Drive Ann Arbor, MI 48105-4800

• Before registering online for the first time, you must create a student profile.

• Household profiles allow a single family account so that adults can register children for youth programs. For more information on household profiles, please call our office at 734-677-5060.

for online classes and those with a coupon must register online at www. wccnet.edu/economic-development.

• No credit card payment options are available for mail-in registration.

• To find classes, click All Classes on the Browse menu to select a subcategory.

Click on class title to see descriptions.

Third-Party Pay

• Deadline for mail-in registration is seven business days prior to the first class.

• To register for a class, click Add to Cart, enter your credit card payment information and print your receipt.

REGISTRATION FORM

* NOTE: Participants who are registering

• Only registrations accompanied by full payment will be processed.

Call 734-677-5060 to learn how companies can pay for employees to attend classes.

• Mail-in registration does not guarantee a seat in the class.

Detach and send with payment.

Please print.

Name / Last ______________________________________________________________ First ______________________________________ Middle ______________________________________ WCC Student ID # ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ Date of Birth

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Mailing Address _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ City ________________________________________________________________________ State _____________________________________ Zip Code ___________________________________ Phone _____________________________________________________________________ Email Address __________________________________________________________________________

Are you Hispanic or Latino?

Select one or more race American Indian or Alaska Native Black or African American Asian

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Citizenship

U.S. Citizen

Not a U.S. Citizen

Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander

Washtenaw County Resident

White

Gender

Do not wish to specify

CLASS TITLE / NUMBER

IMPORTANT! You must agree to WCC Drop/Refund Policy to register.

Male

TUITION

Yes

No

Female

MANDATORY FEE

COMBINED

Total Enclosed: $

I agree to the Drop/Refund Policy as outlined on page 38.

Signature required _______________________________________________________________________________________________

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SUMMER WORKSHOPS Future U summer camps provide a perfect platform for kids to explore and develop skills that last long after summer.

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Workforce Development / Community Enrichment Find your class at wccnet.edu/economic-development