COMMUNITY EDUCATION CATALOG
EMT & CPR
This course will teach you Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association. Students will learn how to recognize and respond to an emergency, learn 1 and 2 person CPR for the adult, child and infant, along with the use of an AED and how to respond to someone who is choking. This class qualifies for GI Bill® benefits. (No Waivers)
Tuesdays & Thursdays 1/7 - 4/8 5–10pm
This course meets U.S. Dept. of Health Ed. & Welfare, National Traffic Safety Admin & DOT guidelines for EMT-Basic certification. Includes lectures, discussions, hands-on demos, and practical skills. Prepares for psychomotor and written exams; 73+ average required to qualify to sit for national exam. Book/workbook included; test fees not. Class qualifies for GI Bill® benefits. (No Waivers)
CAKE DECORATING
Bring creativity and sweetness to your loved ones this Valentine’s Day with your own decorated cupcakes! Learn a variety of decorating techniques all while being able to taste test your creation! All tools, piping bags, a box for the final product, and pink and white frosting will be provided. (No Waivers)
Join us for a beginner cake decorating class where you will stack, fill, and decorate your very own cake! Throughout this 4-week class you will learn multiple different decorating skills and techniques. Please bring two layers of cake (size 6 in circle recommended) and a single batch of frosting (American buttercream or Swiss meringue) to each class. All other materials, including piping tools, food coloring, and a cake box will be provided. (No Waivers)
ART & COMEDY
INTERMEDIATE CROCHET: GRANNY SQUARES ........................................................................................................................$45
Wednesdays 2/5 - 3/5 5–7pm Gardner 18561
This course is for those who already know basic crochet stitches and techniques and would like to move on to some harder projects. Students will learn how to create granny squares with fun patterns that can be turned into blankets, sweaters or bags! Please bring white, yellow, mustard, light blue, and light green medium weight yarn as well as a 4.5mm crochet hook. All other needed materials will provided by the instructor. (No Waivers)
INTRO TO STAND-UP COMEDY ..................................................................................................................................................................$79
Mondays 3/3 - 4/7 7–9pm Gardner 18564
Learn how to write a joke, punch up a funny line, make your story memorable and perform stand-up. The last class will be reserved for an in-person show to try out your newly polished skills! (No Waivers)
DRAWING WITH OIL PASTELS ...................................................................................................................................................
Wednesdays 3/5 - 4/2 1–3pm Creative Connections Gallery, Ashburnham 18563
Have you dabbled with oil pastels wishing you could get more out of your compositions? With this course, you will learn the techniques needed to get bold, bright oil pastel paintings full of depth and texture. Students work at their own pace and on their own subject matter. Demonstrations on different oil pastel techniques will be given followed by studio art time with instructor guidance.
INTRODUCTION TO WATERCOLOR $75
A - Thursdays 3/13 - 3/27
B - Thursdays 4/3 - 4/17
5:30–7:30pm
5:30–7:30pm
Glimmerbug Art Studio, Harvard 18673
Glimmerbug Art Studio, Harvard 18674
In this fun-filled whimsical and stress-free class, we'll work together to learn watercolor techniques (wet-on-wet, wet-on-dry, blotting, texture, etc.) that create a fundamental basis for your watercolor journey. Materials list will be sent out before class starts. Seats are limited! (No Waivers)
BEGINNER CROCHET: AMIGURUMI BUNNIES ..........................................................................................................................$45
Tuesdays & Thursdays 4/1 - 4/15 5–7pm Gardner 18545
Amigurumi is the Japanese art of knitting or crocheting small, stuffed yarn creatures. Using crochet, participants of the class will learn the art of amigurumi by crocheting your own bunny. Prior crocheting knowledge is not needed to be able to participate, but is suggested. Please bring a 4mm crochet hook to class. The instructor will provide all other materials needed. (No Waivers)
GOLF
BEGINNER GOLF ........................................................................................................................................................................................ $149
Tuesdays 2/25 - 4/8 (no class 3/18) 7–8pm
Mount Fitness, Gardner 18565
Would you like to learn golf? This course is for all, regardless of ability, to learn the game. During class all registered students will receive a 1-week trial pass for the gym courtesy of Mount Fitness. (No Waivers)
INTERMEDIATE GOLF ................................................................................................................................................................................
Tuesdays 2/25 - 4/8 (no class 3/18) 8–9pm Mount Fitness, Gardner
Fridays 2/28 - 4/11 (no class 3/21) 7–8pm Mount Fitness, Gardner 18567
Bring your stroke count down, learn to chip and putt better, and improve your skills. During class all registered students will receive a 1-week trial pass for the gym courtesy of Mount Fitness. (No Waivers)
ADVANCED GOLF ........................................................................................................................................................................................ $149
Fridays 2/28 - 4/11 (no class 3/21) 8–9pm
Fine-tune your game, improve your swing mechanics, short game, chipping and pitching. During class all registered students will receive a 1-week trial pass for the gym courtesy of Mount Fitness. (No Waivers)
PHOTOGRAPHY & MUSIC
BEGINNER UKULELE
Wednesdays 3/5 - 4/9 5:30–6:30pm Gardner 18570
Learn ukulele in a dynamic, collaborative class environment, focusing on tuning, chord charts, strumming techniques, and playing full songs. No prior music knowledge needed; just bring your own ukulele to class. (No Waivers)
BEGINNER GUITAR ........................................................................................................................................................................................$69
Thursdays 3/6 - 4/10 5:30–6:30pm Gardner 18571
Students will learn beginner guitar techniques, including chord symbols, tablature, and various styles like rock, country, jazz, folk, and blues. By the end, you'll read chord charts and tablature, tune instruments, and strum in rhythm. Acoustic guitars are required, and students will receive picks, sheet music, and take out reading materials. (No Waivers)
INTERMEDIATE GUITAR ...............................................................................................................................................................................$69
Thursdays 3/6 - 4/10
6:45–7:45pm
Learn the foundation of music theory as it relates to the guitar through learning and playing various scales in numerous genres of Western music. Upon completion of the course, you will be able to find chords to any song you hear, transpose songs and chords to different keys, and create and play lead guitar parts. Must bring a functional acoustic or electric guitar to class. (No Waivers)
TAKING GREAT PHOTOGRAPHS OF PEOPLE ..........................................................................................................................................$80
Wednesdays 3/26 - 4/23 6–8:30pm Gardner 18569
This course will teach you the best ways to take great photographs of people. Throughout the class you will learn about the best photography equipment to use while taking photos. You will also learn how to set up posed and candid photos both indoors and outdoors. The instructor will set up a Saturday field trip in class to help guide you through taking outdoor photgraphs.
ANIMAL
TELEPATHY
ANIMAL TELEPATHY .....................................................................................................................................................................................$35
Tuesday 3/18 5–6:30pm
Wouldn't you love to know what your pet is feeling and what they are thinking? Animals have a rich inner life. Find out ways that animal telepathy can benefit your animal and your relationship, learn about the intuitive channels available for communication, and practice guided meditations to get you started.
COMPUTER PROGRAMS & TECHNOLOGY
PROTECTING YOUR DIGITAL LIFE: A BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO ONLINE SAFETY ................................................................$55
Tuesdays & Thursdays 1/28–2/6 6–7:30pm
With data breaches making headlines nearly every day, protecting your personal information online has never been more critical. This beginner-friendly course is designed to teach you the essential skills to safeguard your digital life. You’ll learn practical steps to secure your devices, protect your personal data, and avoid common online threats.
INTRODUCTION TO EXCEL ...........................................................................................................................................................................$65
Tuesday & Thursday 3/25 & 3/27 6–8pm
Introduction to Microsoft Excel will show you how to create and edit basic worksheets and workbooks. You will gain the skills needed to create, edit, format, and print basic Excel worksheets.
INTERMEDIATE EXCEL .................................................................................................................................................................................$99 Tuesdays & Thursdays 4/1 - 4/10 6–8pm
Learn to work with large worksheets; using print titles, headers and footers, hyperlinks, conditional formatting, formatting tables, sorting and filtering, removing duplicates, using and managing named ranges, creating and using formulas and functions, converting text to columns, concatenating data, using csv files, and creating simple charts.
ADVANCED EXCEL .........................................................................................................................................................................................$65 Tuesday & Thursday 4/15 & 4/17 6–8pm
This advanced course will focus on using multiple workbooks and analyzing the data. Topics include data consolidation, subtotals, outlines, linking worksheets with 3-D formulas, linking workbooks, using VLOOKUP, creating pivot tables and charts using comments, and protecting and sharing workbooks.
SERVSAFE
SERVSAFE ................................................................................................................................................................................................... $199
Tuesdays 3/4 - 3/25 6:30–9pm Gardner 18559
This course will provide you with knowledge of food/hygiene responsibilities in the food service industry to prep for the nationally accredited certification, valid for 5 years. Textbook included in the course fee. Students are responsible for picking up books at least one week ahead of time. Last day of class will be the exam. This class qualifies for GI Bill® benefits. (No Waivers)
SERVSAFE RECERTIFICATION ....................................................................................................................................................................$99 Tuesdays 4/1 & 4/8 6:30–9pm
Students must provide an old certification number. Class includes a 2.5 hour review of key components and the exam. This class qualifies for GI Bill® benefits. (No Waivers)
MICROSCOPY
MICROSCOPY AND SOIL MICROBIAL ANALYSIS FOR REGENERATIVE AGRICULTURE .................................................................$75
Thursdays 3/6 - 3/20 6–7:30pm
Uncover the hidden world of soil microbiology. This hybrid program complements our regenerative agriculture certificate, blending online instruction with hands-on lab sessions. Learn microscopy fundamentals to identify and assess soil health. Explore practical applications like Korean natural farming and compost teas, enhancing soil biology and crop productivity. Learn quality assurance techniques for on-farm fertility inputs. Whether you're a seasoned farmer or new to agriculture, this course equips you to cultivate resilient, regenerative systems for a sustainable future. Join us in transforming farming practices for a healthier planet. (No Waivers)
WRITING, PUBLISHING & LITERATURE
Being an author is a creative and rewarding career. Join a published author for this online course as they share new steps each week that will help you write your book from start to finish. Learn how to find your big idea, create an outline, develop your voice, and more!
CREATIVE WRITING 101: A BEGINNER'S GUIDE
Whether you’re writing from your own life experience, creating new worlds, or informing readers about important information, this class will teach you about the different forms of creative writing. You’ll learn the top 10 creative writing tips for beginners, as well as how to brainstorm for new creative writing ideas. Explore bringing your words to life with engaging descriptions, develop your own writing style, and learn how to get paid for your creative writing. (No Waivers)
WRITING SHORT STORIES: A BEGINNER'S GUIDE
Writing short stories helps you discover your writing voice and how to convey your ideas. In this online class you will learn how to bring your story to life with an engaging plot, as well as character development, action, and dialogue. You’ll also learn the technical parts of crafting a story and what to do with your short story once it’s completed. (No Waivers)
INTRODUCTION TO JOURNALING: A BEGINNER'S GUIDE
3/7
Journaling is recording your thoughts, feelings, and insights in a written, drawn, or typed format. It can help reduce stress and improve your mental health. In this online class you will learn how to start journaling, how to kick-start self-reflection and discovery, and how to track your personal growth. (No Waivers)
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & CAREER TRAINING
TECHNICIAN TRAINING
ELECTRONICS TECHNICIAN .................................................................................................................................................................. $1,800
Open Enrollment Self Paced Online
The Electronics Technician program features 24 interactive modules with multimedia content, including text, video, audio, and simulations. It offers pre-tests, exercises, sample exams, and online support for computer-based finals. (No Waivers)
CANNABIS CAREERS
CANNABIS TRAINING ................................................................................................................................................................................ $750
Upcoming Start Dates: 2/3, 4/7 or 6/12 Online - mwcc.edu/cannabis-training Payment plan available
Interested in a cannabis industry career? MWCC partners with Green Flower for 9-week online training programs to prepare you for this rapidly growing field. (No Waivers)
MEDICAL CAREERS
MEDICAL CODING & BILLING FOR OUTPATIENT SERVICES PROGRAM ..................................................................................... $3,699
Open Enrollment Self Paced, 476 Hours Online Payment plan available
This program will provide the knowledge you need to build a foundation working in Outpatient Services. Learn the medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology needed to correctly assign billing codes to patient procedures and diagnoses. Learn the current medical code sets and get hands-on experience with 3M encoding software as you practice with actual medical records. (No Waivers)
Our elite training program, accredited by ASHP/ACPE, covers all 41 objectives to prepare you for the PTCB exam and ensure you're job-ready. (No Waivers)
CENTER
FOR CORPORATE TRAINING & PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION
Delivering high-quality corporate training to businesses in North Central MA. Grant writing available to assist in securing up to $125k in funding. Investing in training your staff will increase productivity, improve sales, increase profit and allow your company to do business better, faster, and more efficiently.
"We recently worked with MWCC to obtain a training grant through the state. It was evident from the first meeting we had with MWCC, that they would be a great partner for us to collaborate with on this initiative. They are extremely knowledgeable and guided us through every step of the process. Not only did they assist in writing the grant, but they are now providing all of the training to our organization. The growth and development that we can now provide to our employees, thanks to MWCC, will be invaluable for years to come." - LCU
ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAM
The Adult Education Program is located at the Leominster Campus. Our program provides no cost courses that are funded through DESE's Adult and Community Learning Services Grant. We offer a variety of course options (in-person, hybrid, and online) during the day and evenings to meet the needs of busy adult learners.
HiSET / GED Preparation
This program provides no cost high school equivalency preparation courses for students preparing to take the GED or HiSET exams.
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ESOL
No Cost ESOL courses for second language learners looking to build their language proficiency for college and/or careers.
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WORKFORCE ACCESS & EDUCATION
Workforce Access and Education offers adults the opportunity to gain the necessary training and academic skills to enter the workforce or enroll in a college degree program at MWCC. Training courses prepare students for work in Healthcare, Human Services, Advanced Manufacturing, Technology, and other fields.
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MASSLINKS ONLINE ACADEMY
FREE DESE-funded Massachusetts statewide adult education program. Students can choose from High School Equivalency (GED and HiSet) preparation classes or English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL/ESL) classes. Classes are offered fully online.
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