Community Enrichment/Workforce Development Brochure, Fall 2018

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Fall 2018 Classes

Invest in Yourself and Your Future.

Critical Thinking and Decision-Making 4 Automotive Developer Security 14 Certified Fiber Optic Specialist/Splicing (CFOS/S) 18 Improvisation for Connection and Healing 19

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 30 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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36 CLASSES

Improve Business with Improv 7 Improvisation for Connection and Healing 19 Certified Personal Trainer 21 Beyond Your DNA 31 Home Automation with Arduino 31 Presentation Dancing 37 Fall Wildflower Botany 40 Upholstered Ottoman Workshop 41 Secrets of Louisiana Creole 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 8, 9 and 12 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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Construction and Code Compliance

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IT, Intelligent Transportation Systems and Industry 4.0 Big Data Analytics

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Cybersecurity

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Fiber Optics

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Health Care, Human and Social Services Ethical and Legal Issues

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Health Promotion

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Mental/Behavioral Health and Counseling 19 Older Adult Care

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Pain/Pain Management

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Entry-Level Employment Health Care, Human and Social Services

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Creative Arts Visual Arts

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Digital Photography

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Performing Arts

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Creative Writing

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General Interest Auto/Cycle Maintenance Repair

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History and Culture

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Hobbies and Exploration

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Health & Wellness

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Home & Life Computing at Home

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DIY Home Repair

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Family Matters

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Fitness

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Food and Drink

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Gardening

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Sewing

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Michigan Folk School

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Languages 30 Motorcycle Safety 32

Foundational Skills WorkKeys Prep

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Foundation Skills Building

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Adult Transitions Pathways Program

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Senior Focus 34

Online Learning 7

Industry-Based Certifications Workforce Certification Center

COMMUNITY ENRICHMENT

WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT

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Customized Training 10 Location Index

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Policies & Information 46

Find your class at wccnet.edu/economic-development

How to Register 47

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Business, Human Resources and Marketing

BUSINESS

Critical Thinking and Decision-Making

Advanced Legal Research and Writing Discover advanced and specialized approaches for using legal resources. Learn how to formulate Westlaw search queries and to effectively and efficiently use other online legal research methods in legal writing. You will write a legal analysis and draft a memorandum of law and briefcase opinions.

LAW 1006 mandatory fee: $729 | CEUs: 5

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Teambuilding 101 and Keys to Being a Better Communicator in the Workplace

Conflicts are bound to happen anytime a diverse group of people come together in a workplace setting. These can lead a loss of productivity, unsafe working conditions, and an increase in disciplinary conversations, absenteeism and turnover. Learn how to improve communication, reduce conflict and support your goals and those of your team, department and organization in this workshop.

21796 Mon 9:00am – 11:00am

21797 Tue 1:00pm – 3:00pm

Kimberly Benjamin

Oct 15 – Nov 30

Conflict Management and Resolution

BMG 1103 $70 | mandatory fee: $10

21743 ONLINE: Open Registration

BMG 1102 $70 | mandatory fee: $10

Do you struggle with making a decision because you fear making a mistake? Do you want to know how can you approach work problems in a more thorough and decisive way? If your answer is “yes” to any of the questions above, this seminar is for you. You’ll receive an introduction to true critical thinking, explore thinking barriers and learn new and creative ideas that solve problems every time.

Kimberly Benjamin Oct 15

A powerful and successful company operates at its highest potential and with the most longevity when employees work with a team mentality, each filling a needed role and fulfilling long-term goals.

At this seminar you will learn how to be an effective communicator and what you can do to make sure your team is as strong as it can be for your company.

BMG 1107 $70 | mandatory fee: $10

21807 Tue 9:00am – 11:00am

Kimberly Benjamin Oct 16

MAI

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Leadership and Coaching Skills Today’s managers and supervisors need to know how to increase productivity through motivation and teambuilding. Leaders must improve team loyalty as well as deal with problem employees. This seminar aids leaders to improve their team building and coaching skills in the workplace. Managers and supervisors will learn better ways to be effective leaders.

BMG 1106 $70 | mandatory fee: $10

21803 Mon 1:00pm – 3:00pm

Kimberly Benjamin Oct 15

MAI

Create a Brand for Your Small Business Using Canva Create a branding guideline, logo, flyer and social media posts through the online design tool Canva.

BMG 1096 $205 | mandatory fee: $10 | CEUs: 1.4

21711 Mon 6:30pm – 8:30pm

Iris Petersen

Sep 10 – Oct 22

MAI

Legal Secretary 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

21744 ONLINE: Open Registration

Oct 15 – Nov 30

BUSINESS SOFTWARE Essentials of Audio Video Technology Gain in-depth knowledge of the science and technology of basic networking, audio, visual and audiovisual systems integration. You will prepare to complete the AVIXA AV technologist certificate exam and prepare for entry-level employment as an audio visual technician. This class will provide you with a foundation for advanced training, certification and professional advancement opportunities in the AV industry.

CIS 1018 mandatory fee: $325

21784 Sat 9:00am – 12:00pm

Workforce Development Sep 15 – Nov 3

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 WORKSHOPS:

•F orming Your LLC or DBA: Do It Now! now Your Numbers •K

MAI

Software Essentials for the Law Office Hands-on exercises will prepare you to work with MS PowerPoint, PracticeMaster, Tabs3, AbacusLaw, Summation iBlaze, TrialDirector, LexisNexis CaseMap and TimeMap, and similar programs.

BOS 1024 mandatory fee: $729 | CEUs: 5

21745 ONLINE: Open Registration

Center for Legal Studies Oct 15 – Nov 30

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

sbdc@wccnet.edu | 734-477-8762

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Excel 2016: Level 1 Get to know Excel and how to use its many features as you create and format worksheets, build formulas and use functions. You’ll receive an introduction to charting and also gain skills to maintain and enhance a worksheet, insert and delete columns and rows, and manage workbooks.

BOS 1285 $129 | mandatory fee: $10 | CEUs: 0.8

21591 Tue, Thu 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Kim Novak

Oct 2 – Oct 11

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 3-D formulas within a workbook and use data features such as sorting and filtering.

BOS 1280 $129 | CEUs: 0.8

21592 Tue, Thu 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Kim Novak Oct 23 – Nov 1

MOR

INSTRUCTOR PROFILE

Kim Novak EXCEL / ACCESS TRAINER Kim Novak has made a career teaching people how to use computer programs. Her 20 plus years of professional training have given her satisfaction in helping people save time and energy. In her Excel classes, Kim provides handson learning activities that imitate typical spreadsheet scenarios that can be used in the workplace or at home. Kim believes that when people have knowledge and are aware of the options, they make the best decisions. As a trainer, she aims to help people become more self-sufficient by equipping them with time-saving short cuts and valuable formula and function techniques.

QuickBooks 2015: Comprehensive Whether you are a new or seasoned user of this financial management tool, this class will get you up and running at full capacity. You will explore the fundamentals and strategies of menu navigation, customization and basic accounting concepts, the chart of accounts, item lists and transactions.

BOS 1019 $245 | mandatory fee: $10 | CEUs: 1.8 Kimberly Laughton

21593

Mon, Wed 6:30pm – 9:30pm

Oct 8 – Oct 24

MOR

CAREER DEVELOPMENT Employees vs. Independent Contractors 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 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

21798 Fri 9:00am – 11:00am

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.

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How to Develop a Recruitment Plan for Your Business

BMG 1088 $70 | mandatory fee: $10

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21800 Fri 1:00pm – 3:00pm

Kimberly Benjamin Sep 21

MAI

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How to Develop a Retention Plan for Your Business Today’s marketplace can make retaining employees a challenge. Gain an understanding of the 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

21801 Fri 9:00am – 11:00am

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Kimberly Benjamin Sep 28

MAI

Improve Your Business with Improv Improvisation (improv) teaches you to accept what is in front of you and adapt to any variable thrown your way. Learn the number one rule of improv that makes an immediate positive impact on your business. Develop confidence, learn to think on your feet, and how to fail with a safety net through games and situational role-playing.

BMG 4137 $45

21726 Thu 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Workforce Development Sep 27

MAI

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 to create a productive and harmonious work environment.

BMG 1001 $70 | mandatory fee: $10

21805 Fri 9:00am – 11:00am

Kimberly Benjamin Sep 7

MAI

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

Secret Strategies and Techniques to Get Your Employees to Stay

• Convenience and flexibility with 24-hour accessibility

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.

• The ability to work while you make yourself more marketable

BMG 1091 $70 | mandatory fee: $10

21806 Fri 1:00pm – 3:00pm

Kimberly Benjamin Sep 28

MAI

Nothing pays off more than an investment in yourself.

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.

BMG 1011 $70 | mandatory fee: $10

21808 Fri 1:00pm – 3:00pm

Kimberly Benjamin Sep 7

MAI

For more information, visit wccnet.edu/professionaldevelopment-online

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“This info had real-world examples that I liked and appreciated. ”

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

BMG 1099 $59 | mandatory fee: $5 | CEUs: 0.3

Odell Palacio

Nov 26

21789 Mon 6:00pm – 9:00pm

MAI

— Effective Communication on Social Media class participant

Basic Video Production Learn to make compelling, effective videos in this hands-on class.

Go from start to a polished finish, as you work with basic lighting, sound and editing techniques, marketing and SEO. BMG 1017 $99 | mandatory fee: $10 | CEUs: 0.6 Damon Thompson

Sep 18 – Sep 25

21654 Tue 6:00pm – 9:00pm

MAI

Blogging Best Practices

Effective Communication on Social Media Are your social media communications bringing the results you want? Make your web presence rich with information and media to effectively promote your product or service. Explore how and where to collect meaningful content that resonates with your target audiences.

What makes a blogger effective and able to achieve results? Learn what successful bloggers know and which voice and writing style to use for a given audience or demographic. Get tips on the length and frequency of posts that keep people coming back and attract new readers.

BMG 1058 $50 | mandatory fee: $5 | CEUs: 0.3

Melanie Hilliard

Oct 3

MAI

BMG 1061 $50 | mandatory fee: $5 | CEUs: 0.3

Gain an understanding of the key elements of email marketing from building and maintaining contact lists to analyzing the results of a campaign. Learn how to most effectively deliver your messages using this popular marketing tool.

Melanie Hilliard

Sep 12

21674 Wed 6:00pm – 9:00pm

MAI

21671 Wed 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Effective Email Marketing*

BMG 1081 $50 | mandatory fee: $5 | CEUs: 0.3

* This class is

21673 Mon 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Melanie Hilliard

Oct 15

MAI

IACET-approved.

Start, build or grow your business!

FREE WORKSHOPS AND EVENTS open to the public MONTHLY

WORKSHOPS

COWORKING SPACE

Forming Your LLC or DBA workshops

We’re adding new workshops all the time!

Visit our site for schedule and descriptions.

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

Market Research Walk-In Hours

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Register online: wccnet.edu/economic-development

Effective Images for Social Media Dynamic images are key to engaging your viewers, whether your goal is to sell a product, point of view or brand a company. Learn to use images correctly, and get an introduction to several new tools that will help you size, format and create images for all your social media.

BMG 1016 $99 | mandatory fee: $10 | CEUs: 0.6 Melanie Hilliard

21672 Mon, Wed 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Oct 22 – Oct 24

MAI

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. 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

Effective Video Marketing 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

21656 Tue 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Nov 6

MAI

Sep 10

21665 Mon 6:00pm – 9:00pm

MAI

Introduction to Web Analytics Which metrics should you track, and what reports should you run when starting out with Google Analytics and Facebook Pixel? Get the answers to these questions as you learn about these web analytic programs and how to install both codes on your website.

BMG 1082 $50 | mandatory fee: $5 | CEUs: 0.3

Odell Palacio

Sep 17

21792 Mon 6:00pm – 9:00pm

MAI

E-Marketing Capstone Project Put your social media marketing skills to work and produce a tangible project that gives you an authentic experience while you build your portfolio. 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

21664 Mon 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Dec 3

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

MAI

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WCC CUSTOMIZED TRAINING

Professional Development

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 • Cybersecurity

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

• Affordability: 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

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Maximize Your Business Facebook Page 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

21790 Wed 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Odell Palacio

Oct 10

MAI

Introduction to Facebook Analytics

BMG 1098 $59 | mandatory fee: $5 | CEUs: 0.3

Odell Palacio

Nov 5

MAI

21791 Mon 6:00pm – 9:00pm

LinkedIn for Your Business Are your products or services of value to the more than 500 million professionals on LinkedIn? They 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 you include for your target market and how to keep your site fresh.

BMG 1014 $99 | mandatory fee: $10 | CEUs: 0.6

21793 Tue, Thu 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Philip Ingland

Oct 23 – Oct 25

MAI

LinkedIn Optimization A great LinkedIn profile allows you to put your best foot forward and build your credibility online, as a business owner or a 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

21668 Mon 6:00pm – 9:00pm

BMG 1071 $99 | mandatory fee: $10 | CEUs: 0.6

21667 Mon, Wed 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Shannon Beeman

Nov 12 – Nov 14

MAI

Next Level with LinkedIn Business owners, job seekers and entrepreneurs, kick-start your LinkedIn profile to maximize your networking potential. Discover ways to build a network of quality contacts to achieve your goals.

BMG 1067 $50 | mandatory fee: $5 | CEUs: 0.3 Shannon Beeman

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

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

21675 Wed 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Sep 26

MAI

Search Engine Optimization Tips Does your webpage 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 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

21669 Mon 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Oct 8

MAI

“The class was great,

the information was relevant and had real world applications.

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Shannon Beeman

Oct 29

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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

21795 Tue 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Philip Ingland

Oct 30

MAI

Twitter Tactics for Your Business or Nonprofit Harness the power of Twitter to build your brand awareness, drive sales and promote your company or nonprofit. Use various Twitter tools to build and manage business campaigns online. Topics we will cover include: building a personal page, creating a business page, creating appropriate marketing messages, how to integrate Twitter with other social media platforms and more.

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

21676 Mon 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Oct 1

MAI

Video Editing Basics YouTube and Video Marketing Discover how to effectively use videos in your marketing strategy.

Learn the steps to create and brand your own YouTube channel.

You’ll explore ways to gain more views and subscribers to bring more attention to your organization.

INP 1006 $99 | CEUs: 0.6

21657 Tue, Thu 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Damon Thompson Nov 13 – Nov 15

MAI

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

Social Media Best Practices*

How can you tell if your 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 social media landscape. Explore some of the new best practices and how to avoid common pitfalls.

21655

Tue, Thu 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Dec 4 – Dec 13

MAI

* This class is

IACET-approved.

BMG 1056 $50 | mandatory fee: $5 | CEUs: 0.3 Shannon Beeman

21666 Mon 6:00pm – 9:00pm

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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.

WEB TECHNOLOGIES

WordPress for Professionals

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

21811 Thu 6:00pm – 9:00pm

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

21810 Tue, Thu 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Philip Ingland

Oct 9 – Oct 18

MAI

Philip Ingland

Sep 6 – Sep 27

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IT, Intelligent Transportation Systems and Industry 4.0 BIG DATA ANALYTICS No-Code Predictive Analytics Using Azure Machine Learning Studio Join us for an introduction to the world of predictive analytics which is a must for business analysts, business intelligent developers and managers. The Microsoft Azure Machine Learning Studio gives you this with collaborative, drag-and-drop capabilities on your browser, all without coding.

CONSTRUCTION AND CODE COMPLIANCE

CIS 4084 $300 | mandatory fee: $149

MIOSHA: Part 21-Powered Industrial Trucks: What Every Trainer and Operator Must Know This workshop covers the training and operating requirements for powered industrial trucks in general industry workplaces. Safety topics include: training program implementation; operator selection, training, testing and permitting; inspection procedures; safe work practices; training and maintenance records and identification of types of powered industrial trucks. Occupational health topics include information on carbon monoxide, ventilation controls, personal protective equipment, and emergency eye flush and shower facilities. Attendees will receive resources and sample documents to assist them in the implementation of a workplace powered industrial truck program. This training session will also provide an overview of common exercises for field evaluations.

CON 4129 $120

Workforce Development

21846 Thu 9:00am – 4:00pm

Nov 1

21780 Sat 9:00am – 1:00pm

Workforce Development Oct 6 – Oct 20

MAI

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 to help you build more secure applications in .NET. SECI 1015 $300

Workforce Development

21759 ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

MAI

Automotive Developer Security MIOSHA: Supervisor’s Role in Safety and Health This seminar is for both general industry and construction first line supervisors, safety and health committee members and management personnel. Topics we will cover include: employee safety and health training, accident investigation, hazard recognition and selfinspection techniques. This seminar will also give supervisors tips on methods to integrate health and safety into their daily duties and responsibilities. Using MIOSHA General Industry and Construction standards and required written programs as a baseline, supervisors will receive suggestions to improve their safety and health hazard recognition skills.

FMA 4001 $120

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Arm yourself with the knowledge and skills 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

Workforce Development

21760 ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

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

SECI 1017 $300

Workforce Development

21761 ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Register online: wccnet.edu/economic-development

Cloud Developer Security

Embedded Developer Security

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

This second of two training classes provides you with a grounding in application security concepts with special attention to coding with embedded systems.

SECI 1010 $300

Workforce Development

21762 ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Database Developer Security Identify the fundamentals of secure database development and the common database attacks that can cause significant loss to organizations while learning about platform-specific threats and secure coding best practices.

SECI 1020 $300

Workforce Development

21764 ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Embedded Architect Security This the first of two training classes in security for embedded architects. This class discusses best practices for the design of secure software for embedded systems.

SECI 1002 $300

Workforce Development

SECI 1011 $300

Workforce Development

21765 ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Embedded QA/Test Security If you are responsible for embedded software testing, quality assurance or for 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 1028 $300

Workforce Development

21766 ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

IT Architect Security Curriculum Part 1: Core 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 1006 $300

Workforce Development

21767 ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

21775 ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

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

SECI 1023 $300

Workforce Development

21771 ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Project Manager Security Get exposure to the secure software development life cycle that promotes project management efficiency by building security into the process upfront. You will receive exposure to the secure software development life cycle that promotes project management efficiency by building security up front in the process.

SECI 1026 $300

Workforce Development

21772 ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Security Compliance Procedures for NIST 800-171: Part 1 In the first of this two-part class, you will learn about the compliance requirements for controlled unclassified information within the information systems of nonfederal organizations and government contractors. 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

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

Workforce Development

21768 ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Mobile Developer Security

Workforce Development

21769 ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

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

SECI 1022 $300

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Security Compliance Procedures for NIST 800-171: Part 2 In the second of this two-part class, you will receive training on how to protect media, personnel security, physical protection, risk assessment, security assessment, systems and communications protection and system and information integrity.

SECI 1001 $300

Gain an 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.

SECI 1008 $300

Workforce Development

Workforce Development

21774 ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Security for Software Architects 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 the software development life cycle and defensive coding techniques, you will learn how to build security into software architecture.

SECI 1004 $300

Workforce Development

21776 ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Workforce Development

21770 ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

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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 (co-op) education 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 September 13, 2018 | Failure and Perspective: It’s Always a Risk Regina Ann Campbell, Chief Program Officer, Epicenter Memphis; Former Managing Director, TechTown Detroit

November 8, 2018 | How Mid-Term Election Results Will Impact Washtenaw County Tim Skubick, Senior Michigan Capitol Correspondent 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

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Systems Leadership Security 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 1027 $300

Workforce Development

21777 ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Test/QA Security Arm yourself with the knowledge and skill you need, as a software tester or quality assurance professional, to ensure and verify application security. You will receive special emphasis on applied testing techniques and meeting compliance requirements.

SECI 1030 $300

Workforce Development

21778 ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Web 2.0 Developer Security Equip yourself with the information you need to understand, avoid and mitigate the risks of web vulnerabilities. Gain a detailed background on the most common and recent attacks against webbased 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

Workforce Development

21779 ONLINE: Open Registration; 24/7 Access

Certified Fiber Optic Specialist in Testing and Maintenance (CFOS/T) Discover a general, easy-to-understand approach to fiber optics testing standards, equipment and technological approaches for 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 optic networks and provides a detailed overview and demonstration of various pieces of equipment for testing and maintenance.

CIS 4082 mandatory fee: $675

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Learn the processes and procedures of high performance fusion and mechanical splicing of single and multimode fiber optic cables. You will also learn how to make, test and install spliced fibers into enclosures and splice trays.

CIS 4083 mandatory fee: $675

21787 Sun, Sat 8:00am – 5:00pm

BDI DataLynk Sep 15 – Sep 16

MAI

Certified Fiber Optic Technician (CFOT) Through a combination of theory and hands-on activities, learn how to identify fibers and their connectors and how to install, terminate, splice and properly test installed fiber cable to existing standards.

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Certified Fiber Optic Specialist/Splicing (CFOS/S)

CIS 4081 mandatory fee: $700

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21785 Mon–Wed 8:00am – 5:00pm

BDI DataLynk Sep 10 – Sep 12

MAI

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Professional Development

Health Care, Human and Social Services 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. Gain an understanding of certain differences and similaritiesamong cultures and belief systems. We will examine different case scenarios and engage in role-playing and discussion.

HSC 4123 $84 | mandatory fee: $19 | CEUs: 5

21752 Fri 9:15am – 3:15pm

Patricia Hall

Oct 26

MOR

MENTAL/BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AND COUNSELING

Ethics and Legal Issues in Mental Health Care

Improvisation for Connection and Healing

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.

This class will cover the use of improvisation techniques in the practice of social work and other health professions in order to assist clients with greater flexibility, resilience and coping.

HSC 4362 $99 | mandatory fee: $19 | CEUs: 5

21659 Fri 8:30am – 2:45pm

Michael Mogan

Oct 19

MOR

HEALTH PROMOTION

HSC 4401 $60 | mandatory fee: $5

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

Laura Garrity Oct 2

MAI

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MAI

Manipulative People: How to Identify and Handle Them Learn to identify the features and incidences 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.

21662 Tue 5:00pm – 8:00pm

Sep 12 – Sep 16

21869 Wed 7:00pm – 8:30pm

HSC 4359 $84 | mandatory fee: $19

Nutrition in Health and Disease

Workforce Development

21660 Fri 8:30am – 3:30pm

Michael Mogan Nov 16

MOR

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Pathological Internet Use: The New Addiction

Recognizing Dementia, Delirium and Depression

Do you know how to identify and treat internet addiction? Given the recent recognition of the disorder, therapists often feel unprepared to properly treat the problem, and in our technology-driven culture, symptoms of internet addiction are easy to mask. Join us to learn strategies for its diagnosis, assessment and treatment.

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 1048 $55 | mandatory fee: $15

21710 Fri 8:30am – 11:30am

Michael Mogan Sep 7

MOR

HSC 4226 $55 | mandatory fee: $10 | CEUs: 3

21788 Fri 8:30am – 11:30am

Patricia Hall

Nov 30

MOR

OLDER ADULT CARE 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

21858 Fri 1:00pm – 5:00pm

Lance Youles Dec 7

MAI

Recognizing and Reporting Elder Abuse Examine different types of abuse, evaluate risk factors and protective factors, discuss common abuser profiles, and understand when and where to report elder abuse. Mental health professionals, human service workers, law enforcement personnel and health care providers who interact with the elderly will benefit from this class.

HSC 4304 $55 | mandatory fee: $10 | CEUs: 3

21751 Fri 9:00am – 12:00pm

Patricia Hall

Sep 28

PAIN/PAIN SYMPTOM MANAGEMENT

MAI

Pain Management: Nonprescription Answers

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Discover the multidimensional aspects of treating those with persistent pain conditions in this interactive and dynamic class. We will examine new advances in clinical research, assessment tools and evidence-based psychotherapeutic treatments. We will also explore ethical considerations in opioid treatment, end-of-life care and societal barriers to appropriate pain management.

HSC 4755 $55 | mandatory fee: $15

21661 Fri 12:30pm – 3:30pm

Michael Mogan Dec 14

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 wccnet.edu/economic-development.

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Ready to Work

Entry-Level Employment HEALTH CARE, HUMAN AND SOCIAL SERVICES

Certified Personal Trainer Class

Dialysis Technician Program This 50-hour program provides you with the 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 training patients for at-home dialysis treatment.

HSC 1037 mandatory fee: $999 | CEUs: 5

21749 Tue, Thu 6:00pm – 9:30pm

*No class on Nov 22.

MAI

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

You will gain knowledge of 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 21748 Mon, Wed 6:00pm – 9:30pm

HSC 4399 $760 | mandatory fee: $35 | CEUs: 3.3

Workforce Development Sep 22 – Nov 3*

21865 Sat 9:00am – 4:00pm

*No class on Oct 27.

MAI

CCI Oct 23 – Dec 13*

EKG Technician Certification Program

Get all the important information you need to start an exciting successful career as a certified personal trainer. This class consists of 15 hours of lecture on key topics like biomechanics, exercise physiology, fitness testing, equipment usage and health assessment.

There are also 15 hours of hands-on practical training labs. Join us on September 8, 2018 to learn more about the Certified Personal Trainer Program. Call us at 734-677-5060 for additional details.

Medical Billing and Coding Certificate Program Develop skills to perform complex coding and billing procedures.

You will learn 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 also discover how to find services and codes in the CPT, ICD10 and HCPCS manuals.

HSC 1350 mandatory fee: $1,899 | CEUs: 8

21747 Tue, Thu 6:00pm – 9:30pm & Sat 9:00am – 3:00pm

*No class on Nov 22.

CCI

Oct 2 – Dec 11*

MOR

CCI Oct 15 – Dec 5

MAI

Need more flexibility?

Register for one of our online self-paced classes.

• Medical Billing and Coding • EKG Technician Program • Dialysis Technician Program You will get an access code and will have 6 months to complete your studies.

For more information, call 734-677-5060 or visit us at wccnet.edu/economic-development.

Phlebotomy Fundamentals and Certification Become a certified phlebotomy technician in just eight weeks! This program combines online and lab-based instruction to give you 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 Linda Tinsley 21855 Sat 9:00am – 1:20pm

Sep 8 – Nov 17

MAI

21658 Mon, Thu 5:30pm – 8:30pm

*No class on Nov 22.

Oct 8 – Nov 29*

MAI

Victim Advocacy Training This intensive online class trains and qualifies you to provide assistance to crime victims. Prepare to work in 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.

HSC 4361 mandatory fee: $645 | CEUs: 5 Center for Legal Studies

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21746 ONLINE: Open Registration

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Foundational Skills Foundational Skills Building This self-paced class will equip you with the foundational 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 you can complete in the classroom or at home.

SKL 000 $149

Workforce Development

21742 Mon, Fri 10:00am – 12:00pm

*No class on Nov 23.

Sep 10 – Dec 3*

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 give you an edge in today’s job market.

AAD 4010 $59

Workforce Development

21701 Mon, Fri 10:00am – 12:00pm

Oct 1 – Oct 12

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 you 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 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

VISUAL ARTS

Watercolor: Negative Painting Techniques

Beginning Watercolor

Negative painting is the practice of painting the space around an object rather than the object itself. Master this skill and learn to view images as shapes and contours to create more depth and dimension in your work.

Get an introduction to the versatile media of watercolor while learning the basics of mixing colors, using wet and dry brush techniques, and sketching and planning paintings. Come explore your artistic talents in a welcoming and supportive environment.

ART 4560 $299

Sep 15 – Dec 8*

MAI

Continuing Watercolor Expand your skills in watercolor as we look to several artists for inspiration, learn ways to loosen up and get bold with paint, and develop your style. Sessions will combine quick studies with more involved compositions, a large painting (paper for this project is supplied), and opportunities to work on personal goals.

ART 4630 $299

Debra Golden

21605 Wed 6:30pm – 9:00pm

*No class on Nov 21.

Sep 12 – Dec 5*

MAI

Continuing Watercolor: Holiday Cards Use your existing experience with watercolor to create wonderful holiday cards for the season. Using a combination of sketching, watercolor and collage, you will create a one-of-a-kind holiday card that sends a personal message.

ART 4630 $119

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21753 Mon 4:00pm – 6:00pm

Sep 17 – Dec 17

MAI

Watercolor: Open Studio The open studio will allow you to experience the creative process at your own pace. Enjoy the company of fellow artists as we explore and experiment with watercolor. This class is for those with some watercolor experience who are seeking a welcoming space and the guidance of an experienced trainer.

ART 4057 $305

21567 Tue 4:00pm – 6:00pm

Debra Guidot-Allen Sep 18 – Dec 18

MAI

Acrylic Painting Acquire basic skills, in a supportive and inspiring environment, while experimenting with various acrylic painting techniques. Become comfortable with the fundamentals of color, color mixing, composition and brush handling.

ART 4028 $299

21606 Tue 6:30pm – 9:00pm

Debra Golden Sep 11 – Nov 27

MAI

Debra Golden

21700 Tue 4:00pm – 6:00pm

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Debra Golden

21604 Sat 12:30pm – 3:00pm

*No class on Nov 24.

ART 4561 $305

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MAI

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C R E ATIV E A RTS

Create realistic color drawings using professional-grade colored pencils. You’ll work with water-soluble colored pencils, graphite, pastels and other media if you want to combine mediums. You will explore different drawing surfaces, colorless blenders and solvents. Many demonstrations and encouraging one-on-one guidance will help improve your technique and stimulate creativity.

21563 Thu 6:30pm – 9:00pm

Barbara Goodsitt Sep 6 – Oct 18

MAI

Intro to Drawing Do you have an interest in art but don’t know where to start? Or maybe you’ve always enjoyed drawing and want to perfect your technique. 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 $285

21569 Thu 4:00pm – 6:00pm

*No class on Nov 22.

Adobe Lightroom Classic Introduction Whether you’re an amateur or professional photographer, you’ll wonder how you kept your sanity before Lightroom Classic, Adobe’s software that helps you manage, organize and correct images. Lightroom Classic offers five functional modules: Library to organize your images; Develop to enhance your images; and Slide Show, Web Gallery and Print to share your images. Lightroom Classic works hand-in-hand with Photoshop, Photoshop Elements or as a stand-alone application.

PHO 4023 $119

Sep 13 – Dec 13*

MAI

21756 Mon 4:00pm – 6:30pm

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Digital Cameras 1

Become an urban sketcher by joining us as we draw (and paint) on location. We will meet on the WCC campus and at other local sites to witness and record our surroundings. Fill your sketchbook as you increase your drawing skills, learn watercolor techniques to add color and life, and become more visually aware and appreciative in a supportive environment.

Nov 5 – Nov 14

— Digital Cameras 1 class participant

Debra Guidot-Allen Sep 19 – Dec 19*

Urban Sketching

ART 4503 $249

21532 Mon, Wed 6:00pm – 8:30pm

introduction to operating the multiple menus on my digital camera.

Learn how to draw in ink using traditional nibs or a technical pen set such as a Rapidiograph. You will explore different pen strokes and techniques and learn how to use pattern and contrast to produce beautiful black-and-white pictures.

21568 Wed 4:00pm – 6:00pm

*No class on Oct 31, Nov 21.

Rosemary Lemons

“A highly useful

Debra Guidot-Allen

Pen and Ink Drawing

ART 4049 $265

Community Enrichment

DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY

Drawing in Color

ART 4012 $219

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Additional Photography Classes • Essential Elements – page 42 • Study in Light – page 42

MAI

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. You will explore such topics 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

Sep 11 – Sep 20

MAI

Digital Cameras 2 Ready to step up your game and learn how to make professional looking photos? Advance to topics such as histogram analysis, dynamic range, controlling depth-of-field, photographing a moving subject and RAW file technology. In addition to technical information, you will learn what it means to “see as a photographer” and the differences between a good photograph and a great photograph.

PHO 4013 $125

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Randal Stegmeyer

21537 Tue, Thu 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Randal Stegmeyer

21538 Tue, Thu 6:00pm – 8:00pm

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Photoshop Level 1: Basics Get started with Photoshop’s powerful tools and commands for improving the quality of photographic images. Enhance your digital photos using color and contrast adjustments, retouching techniques and creative special effects.

PHO 4018 $125

21541 Sat 9:00am – 1:00pm

Randal Stegmeyer Sep 29 – Oct 6

MAI

Photoshop Level 2: Intermediate Explore intermediate tools and commands for improving the quality of photographic images, including adjustment layers, selections and collage techniques.

PHO 4019 $125

21542 Sat 9:00am – 1:00pm

Randal Stegmeyer Oct 13 – Oct 20

MAI

Photoshop Level 3: Advanced Learn how to use cutting-edge image optimization and digital imaging techniques. Explore the advanced use of adjustment layers, painting with masks, combining photos, sharpening techniques and soft proofing.

Digital Cameras 3: Nature Photography in the Field

PHO 4020 $125

You asked for it, you got it! After discussing our goals and expectations and looking at some examples of nature, you will receive hands-on experience photographing the natural landscape. This is the perfect opportunity to expand and improve your photographic practices.

PHO 4046 $125

Randal Stegmeyer

21539 Thu, Sat 6:00pm – 8:00pm & Tue, Thu 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Oct 11 – Oct 18

MAI

Introduction to Google NIK Software Advanced editing is simplified with this incredible software from Google. Easily create photos you’ve imagined with six powerful plugins for Photoshop, Lightroom or Aperture. Make precise edits quickly using point technology to selectively edit the parts of your photos that need touching up without using complex masks or selections.

CIS 4071 $65

Rosemary Lemons

21533 Mon, Wed 6:00pm – 8:30pm

Oct 29 – Oct 31

MAI

Photoshop Elements: Introduction Photoshop Elements offers the full-blown power of Photoshop software at a fraction of the price and learning curve. Work with images from digital cameras or scanners. Correct color, change tonal values, repair damaged or less-than-perfect photos, use layers and prepare images for the web and email. Use the organizer to locate, view and catalog your images so you can easily find them.

PHO 4016 $229

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Oct 27 – Nov 3

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. Get hands-on experience with all of the tools in Adobe’s digital darkrooms and explore the RAW file converters in all three of Adobe’s photo software programs: Photoshop, Lightroom and Elements. Evaluate and adjust exposure, color balance, contrast, sharpness, perspective and a host of other modifications all before you open the file.

PHO 4040 $125

21540 Tue, Thu 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Randal Stegmeyer Oct 23 – Nov 1

MAI

PERFORMING ARTS Beyond Beginning Acting Take your acting skills to the next level in this six-week seminar.

Learn how to build character, emotion levels and stage presence for any character.

DRA 4025 $59

21809 Wed 6:30pm – 8:00pm

Lisa Salisbury Sep 26 – Oct 17

MAI

Rosemary Lemons

21531 Mon, Wed 6:00pm – 8:30pm

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Community Enrichment CREATIVE WRITING Continuing Writing Workshop: Finding the Writer Within Do you need help releasing the creativity within you? As we explore a variety of tips, tricks, exercises and more, you’ll overcome barriers and learn to use your own unique voice and writing style.

ENG 4163 $259

Frances Wang

21595 Sun 12:00pm – 2:00pm

Oct 7 – Dec 9

MAI

Ethical Wills: Writing a Love Letter to Your Family

Conquering Your Fear of Acting and Public Speaking Are you always the one sitting in the audience just wishing you were on stage, or in a meeting or business presentation and too afraid to speak? This is an opportunity to conquer those fears. In every aspect of life we represent ourselves to the world; either on a stage, a classroom or meeting. Learn how to feel comfortable in front of others.

DRA 4025 $65

21814 Wed 10:00am – 12:00pm

Lisa Salisbury Sep 26 – Oct 17

MAI

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

MUS 4020 $139

21601 Sat 11:00am – 12:30pm

David Swain Sep 22 – Nov 10

MAI

Continuing Guitar Expand your guitar-playing skills as you increase your knowledge of chords, strumming, fingerpicking, bass runs and bass progressions. Develop the ablility to play more complex songs and increase confidence and musicality in your performance.

MUS 4105 $185

21603 Tue 6:30pm – 8:30pm

David Swain Sep 25 – Nov 13

MAI

Ukulele for Beginners Portuguese sailors spread the ukulele and its music to the people in the Pacific Islands who have been playing it for decades. Experience what Pacific Islanders enjoy as you learn how to play this wonderful four-string instrument.

MUS 4006 $139

21602 Sat 1:00pm – 2:30pm

Traditional wills distill our lives to a balance sheet of assets and liabilities, but they do not fully capture the legacy of our values and experiences, the hopes and dreams that we want to pass down to our loved ones. Learn about ethical wills, or legacy letters, and begin writing a love letter to your family to share now and treasure forever. Families with young children, as well as parents of grown children or grandparents, will appreciate the value of this class.

ENG 4003 $59

Frances Wang

21758 Sat 9:30am – 12:30pm

Oct 20

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Jumpstart Your Memoir Whether you’ve been scribbling poetry in a secret journal or you want to begin a memoir for future generations, it can take time to find your voice and develop the confidence to show your writing to the world. One day and one word at a time, gain tips and tricks to help and inspire you to write from your heart.

ENG 4006 $89

Frances Wang

21565 Sat 9:30am – 3:30pm

Nov 3

MAI

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 $89

Frances Wang

21564 Sat 9:30am – 3:30pm

Oct 6

MAI

Writing to Change the World What do you really care about? Learn simple but powerful methods to get the ideas out of your head and onto the page in order to persuade, convince and move people to your point of view. Part journaling, part activism, this class aspires to clarify the change you want to see and to create that change in the world through the written word.

ENG 4013 $89

Frances Wang

21594 Sat 9:30am – 3:30pm

Dec 1

MAI

David Swain Sep 22 – Nov 10

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General Interest HISTORY AND CULTURE Historic Washtenaw: Ypsilanti’s East Side and Ann Arbor’s Fourth Ward Learn how these two neighborhoods were almost the center of their towns. How important was the railroad to each community?

You will participate in a lecture for each community and a walk in both places.

HST 4070 $99

Grace Shackman

21577 Wed 6:30pm – 8:30pm & Sun 1:00pm – 3:00pm

Sep 26 – Oct 7

MAI

Chinese Food: Customs and Culture Explore Chinese food customs and culture in the classroom, grocery store and at the dinner table. Learn about customs, traditions and stories surrounding Chinese food and festivals. Discover how to put together a Chinese meal, pick the freshest tofu, the difference between Szechuan and Cantonese cooking and the origin of fortune cookies.

HUM 4014 $105 | mandatory fee: $15

21566 Wed 6:00pm – 8:30pm

Frances Wang Nov 28 – Dec 12

Monuments and Their Stories: Terra-Cotta Army at Xi’an Learn how an accidental discovery in China revealed one of the most impressive archaeological wonders of the 20th century, the tomb of Emperor Quin Shi Huang. Hear about the creation of Emperor Chin’s replica of the world five levels below ground. We will also examine some of the more than 8,000 terra-cotta faces and armor of the soldiers in the tomb.

HUM 4021 $15

Elisabeth Thoburn

21739 Wed 6:30pm – 8:30pm

Oct 3

MAI

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Monuments and Their Stories: Versailles Enjoy a stroll through Versailles. Listen to the music of Lully, Louis XIV’s court composer, and chuckle about the required etiquette of courtiers as you learn about its history, sculptures and paintings, and symbolic meaning of this unparalleled Baroque 18th-century French palace. This interactive and richly illustrated class is for people with an interest in history and travel, people who have previously seen Versailles or those planning a visit.

HUM 4021 $15

Elisabeth Thoburn

21740 Wed 6:30pm – 8:30pm

Oct 24

MAI

AUTO/CYCLE MAINTENANCE REPAIR Basic Motorcycle Maintenance Increase your knowledge of motorcycle maintenance and ergonomics. Learn how to take care of your bike and make it fit you better. You will receive hands-on application and practice in WCC’s motorcycle service technology lab in combination with discussion and theory.

MCS 4050 $79

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21534 Sat 9:00am – 4:00pm

Oct 6

MAI

Register online: wccnet.edu/economic-development

Five Key Great Lakes Islands Beaver Island In this class, we will discuss the history of Irish settlement, the Mormons and King Strang and the sacred Native American cemetery of Beaver Island in Lake Michigan. We will also cover its archipelago management planning.

HST 4012 $29

21842 Sat 10:00am – 12:00pm

Karen Vigmostad Oct 20

MAI

Isle Royale Join us to learn about Lake Superior’s Isle Royale, its wolf and moose interactions, rare lake trout subspecies and arctic disjuncts. Its volcanic and glacial eras, greenstone ridge trail, history of mining and variety of fishing and summer resorts.

HST 4012 $29

21841 Sat 10:00am – 12:00pm

Karen Vigmostad Oct 13

MAI

Manitoulin Island Come and discover the features of the largest freshwater island in the world! We will cover the First Nations history and settlements, globally rare alvar plant communities, and the physical diversity of the shoreline of this Lake Huron island.

HST 4012 $29

21843 Sat 10:00am – 12:00pm

Karen Vigmostad Oct 27

MAI

Pelee Island Did you know the key location of Pelee Island on Lake Erie is in the Atlantic and Mississippi flyways? Come learn more about its wetlands in nature reserves, international bird area, endemic water snake, vineyards and pheasant hunts.

HST 4012 $29

21844 Sat 10:00am – 12:00pm

Karen Vigmostad Nov 3

MAI

Wolfe Island In this session from the new Great Lakes island series, you’ll learn about Wolfe Island in Lake Ontario. We will cover its aboriginal hunters, early French explorers and role as a gateway to the Thousand Islands. Lake Wolfe’s hawk and bat migration and and recent wind farm controversies will be among other topics we’ll discuss.

HST 4012 $29

21845 Sat 10:00am – 12:00pm

Karen Vigmostad Nov 10

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Conversational Spanish 1: Accelerated Learn to carry on a conversation in Spanish in an accelerated format. You will learn proper pronunciations, greetings and useful phrases for daily life as well as how to identify people and things.

SPN 1000 $195 | CEUs: 2

21556 Sat 10:00am – 12:00pm

*No class on Nov 10.

Gregorio Melean Sep 8 – Nov 17*

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 $395 | CEUs: 2

Gregorio Melean

21557 Tue, Thu 6:30pm – 8:30pm Sep 11 – Nov 29*

*No class on Oct 9, Nov 13, Nov 20, Nov 22.

MAI

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.

LANGUAGES American Sign Language: Level 1

SPN 4003 $315

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.

21558 Mon, Wed 6:30pm – 8:30pm

*No class on Oct 8, Nov 12.

ASL 1050 $205 | CEUs: 2

21554 Tue 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Teresa White Sep 11 – Nov 13

MAI

American Sign Language: Level 2 Building on American Sign Language: Level 1, this class delves deeper into the proper use of gestures, idioms, body language and sentence structure. You will also examine more of the grammatical and cultural differences between American Sign Language and standard English.

ASL 1055 $205 | CEUs: 2

21555 Thu 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Teresa White Sep 13 – Nov 15

MAI

SPN 4006 $195

21724 Fri 6:30pm – 8:30pm

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Using various methods, you will get exposure to a wide 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.

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French: Level 1

In this introductory class, you’ll have fun and learn to speak Chinese as you explore proper pronunciations, greetings and useful expressions for daily life, people and things. You will also become familiar with the Chinese culture and country, as we cover its history, beliefs, customs and food.

21529 Wed 6:00pm – 8:30pm

MAI

Build on your Spanish skills from Conversational Spanish 1, 2 and 3 in this fourth edition. This class is for the new Spanish speaker that is able to hold a conversation, but needs to improve their listening comprehension and word structure. Walk away from this class a better Spanish speaker and reader!

FRN 4005 $195

Sep 17 – Nov 14*

Conversational Spanish 4: Accelerated

Chinese: Level 1

CHN 4000 $195 | mandatory fee: $10

Gregorio Melean

21549 Sat 12:00pm – 2:00pm

Susan Wenzinger Sep 8 – Nov 10

MAI

Frances Wang Sep 19 – Nov 7

MAI

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French: Level 2

Japanese: Level 2

Have fun while learning more about French grammar, vocabulary and culture. Through a variety of methods, you will expand your knowledge of French greetings, expressions, how to identify people and things and more.

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 the Japanese culture and people.

FRN 4015 $195

JPN 4005 $195

21550 Sat 10:00am – 12:00pm

Susan Wenzinger Sep 8 – Nov 10

MAI

Kenji Yano Sep 13 – Nov 15

21536 Thu 6:00pm – 8:00pm

MAI

German: Level 1

Portuguese Language and Brazilian Culture 1

Master proper German pronunciations, greetings and useful expressions for daily living and social situations. You will also become familiar with German culture and traditions, history, beliefs, customs and food.

Here is Brazilian Portuguese at its most basic. Short dialogues that reproduce common life situations will make it easy for you to hold simple conversations. Intense oral practice will help you with pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar and sentence structures, all reinforced with written exercises. You’ll also learn cultural and historical information about Brazil.

GRM 4000 $195

21561 Sat 10:00am – 12:00pm

Petra Beierling Sep 15 – Nov 17

MAI

German: Level 2 Continue to develop and expand your knowledge of German. Increase your vocabulary and improve your grammar while working on proper pronunciation, greetings and useful phrases for daily living and social situations. You will also continue to explore German culture and traditions, including its history, beliefs, customs and foods.

GRM 4001 $195

21562 Sat 12:00pm – 2:00pm

Petra Beierling Sep 15 – Nov 17

MAI

Italian: Level 1 Learn proper greetings and pronunciations, along with useful expressions for daily life, people and things. You’ll learn about Italian culture and country, its climate, history, beliefs, customs and food.

ITL 4000 $195 | mandatory fee: $15 21559 Tue 7:15pm – 9:15pm

PTG 4000 $195 | mandatory fee: $10

Salvatore Bisaccia Sep 11 – Nov 13

MAI

Italian: Level 2 Build on what you learned in Italian: Level 1. Continue to expand your knowledge of the language as you learn additional vocabulary, grammar and useful expressions. You’ll take a deeper look into the Italian culture and country.

ITL 4005 $195 | mandatory fee: $15 21560 Tue 5:15pm – 7:15pm

Sep 11 – Nov 13

MAI

Learn proper Japanese 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.

JPN 4000 $195 21535 Tue 6:00pm – 8:00pm

MAI

Basic Electronics for Arduino How does the popular Arduino family of microcontrollers use alternating current (AC)/direct current (DC) devices? You’ll explore the basics of electronic components and assembly and connection of circuits to an Arduino controller. Some programming knowledge is helpful, but not required.

CIS 4072 $159 | mandatory fee: $80

Francis Pohs Oct 18 – Nov 8

21553 Thu 6:00pm – 9:00pm

MAI

Home Automation with Arduino With modern day advances in automation technology, it is possible and affordable to include Arduino microcontrollers within your automation scheme. In this class, you’ll explore remote control principles, the necessary electronic technologies, Arduino C++ language, integrated development environmental and controller input/output connections.

CIS 4076 $159 | mandatory fee: $70 21723 Thu 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Francis Pohs Nov 29 – Dec 20

MAI

Salvatore Bisaccia

Japanese: Level 1

Sep 11 – Nov 13

21551 Tue 5:30pm – 7:30pm

HOBBIES AND EXPLORATION

Rosangela Lawrence

Kenji Yano Sep 11 – Nov 13

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

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Beyond Your DNA: Next Steps in Your Genetic Genealogy Explore the popular trend of DNA testing for individuals. In an easyto-understand casual presentation, you will explore the options and further work necessary to make your testing results even more worthwhile. Discussion and examples of current offerings are key components of this class.

HSC 4394 $59

Conrad Welsing

21755 Wed 6:00pm – 8:00pm

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Developing Your Psychic Ability

Ghosts and Demons

Acquire 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.

This class continues where Ghost Hunting 101 left off. Hear about the trainer’s more interesting cases and exorcisms. You will learn the difference between ghost hauntings and demon infestations and be welcome to share your own stories.

HUM 4013 $39

Beverly Fish

21588 Sat 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Oct 13

21589 Sat 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Oct 27

MAI

Introduction to Animal Reiki

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, we will study the expansive and powerful nature of life, spirit and humanity.

Lauren Tatarsky

21544 Wed 6:00pm – 8:00pm

*No class on Sep 19, Oct 3, Oct 7.

Beverly Fish

MAI

The Psychology of Spiritual Growth

HSC 4392 $115

HOB 4013 $45

Sep 12 – Oct 24*

MAI

Learn to treat pets and animals with the Japanese hands-on healing practice of Reiki. This holistic approach and complementary therapy is appropriate for all medical, veterinary and behavioralemotional care. In this class, you will acquire the skills and confidence to give Reiki to pets and animals in your home or shelter settings.

HSC 4377 $49

Dona Duke

21812 Sat 1:00pm – 3:30pm

Sep 29

MAI

21813 Sat 1:00pm – 3:30pm

Nov 10

MAI

MOTORCYCLE SAFETY WCC offers the basic rider, returning rider and advanced rider classes.

• New riders: Learn to ride and earn your endorsement in the basic rider class where you’ll ride WCC’s motorcycles.

• Experienced but unlicensed riders: Earn your endorsement in the one-day returning rider class where you’ll ride your own motorcycle.

Motorcycle safety classes receive funding from an annual grant from the Michigan Department of State.

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

• Licensed and experienced riders: Enhance your skills with the advanced rider class where you’ll ride your own motorcycle.

Class tuition for all classes is only $50.

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

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Health & Wellness

Exploring Happiness: Are You on Track or Taking a Detour?

Helping Older Adults Search for Health Information Online Reliable health information helps older adults and their caregivers keep up-to-date about health issues, diseases and public health guidelines. Join us to learn how to use existing and new resources.

HSC 4393 $55

21552 Mon 6:00pm – 8:00pm

21725 Sat 10:00am – 12:00pm

Community Enrichment Sep 22

MAI

21618 Sat 9:00am – 3:00pm

Andrew Anders Sep 8 – Sep 15

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

21619 Sat 9:00am – 4:00pm

Andrew Anders Oct 6 – Oct 13

MAI

Self-Hypnosis Did you know that Thomas Edison and Albert Einstein credited their genius ideas to self-hypnosis, as did Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart for his Cosi fan tutte? Come learn and practice self-hypnosis techniques in this workshop. Find the power to change you!

HEC 4430 $39

21614 Wed 6:00pm – 8:30pm

MAI

WINDOWS INTO WELLNESS:

Exploring Energetic Health How can we describe, define and experience energy?

How does it affect our quality of life? Join us for an exploration of energy spanning the fields of physics, consciousness and vibrational healing. As we learn to sense the prana of yoga, the chi of Chinese medicine and the ki of Japanese Reiki, we will broaden our perceptions of what is possible.

HSC 4164 $29

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.

Dec 4

21849 Tue 6:30pm – 9:30pm

Windows into Wellness

Reiki Level 1: Shoden

HSC 4440 $149

Conrad Welsing

MAI

What causes the aches and pains you get from work? Why do parts of your body always seem to carry stress? Learn about trigger points in muscles and how you can work on them at home.

Explore some basic stretches and self-care tools that provide relief as well as some chair massage techniques for a clothed massage from a partner.

PSY 4003 $29

Sandra McCarthy Sep 24

Home-Care Massage, Stretching and Self-Care Tools

HSC 4397 $45

Explore the background and pressure intrinsic with the goal of happiness in our society. We’ll question myths, beliefs and social norms about happiness and discuss specific actions and observations that will allow you to evaluate the source and practicality of suggestions.

Conrad Welsing Nov 7 – Nov 14

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

Robin Goldberg

21571 Wed 6:30pm – 8:30pm

Oct 3

MAI

WINDOWS INTO WELLNESS:

Meet the Mind-Body Connection Discover how our thoughts, beliefs and emotions can affect our muscles, bones and organs. As you explore these inner lines of communication, 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 your inner sources of strength, joy and well-being.

HSC 4164 $29

Robin Goldberg

21570 Wed 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Sep 12

MAI

WINDOWS INTO WELLNESS:

Stress Relievers for Caregivers and Receivers Restore balance and empower yourself with mindful healing modalities! Gain knowledge of rejuvenating wisdom for all populations and its value for those in caregiving or receiving roles. Explore the art and science of calming techniques ranging from yoga to aromatherapy.

By experiencing their benefits on multiple levels, you will discover new sources of relief from pain and stress, as well as ways to stay centered.

HSC 4164 $29

Robin Goldberg

21572 Tue 6:00pm – 8:30pm

Oct 23

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Senior Focus 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.

Pittsfield Senior Center, continued

Ball Fitness Tue, 3:30pm – 4:30pm

9/11 – 11/20

(No class 11/6)

Ann Arbor Senior Center

Glacier Hills

1320 Baldwin Ave., Ann Arbor 734-794-6250

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

Tai Chi for Seniors

Tai Chi for Seniors

Wed, 9:00am – 10:30am

9/12 – 11/14

Watercolor Workshop 9/13 – 11/15 Thu, 9:30am – 11:30am

Chelsea Adult Learners 809 W. Middle St., Chelsea 734-292-5540

9/6 – 9/27

Peace Traditions Tue, 10:00am – 12:00pm

11/6 – 11/27

Scandinavian Islands and Architecture Pearl of Africa Fri, 2:00pm – 5:00pm

10/12 – 11/9

(No class 10/26)

2935 Birch Hollow, Ann Arbor 734-971-0990

325 Wilkinson St., Chelsea 734-433-9130

Manchester Senior Center 912 City Rd., Manchester 734-428-7628

9/12 – 11/14

Yoga for Seniors Wed, 10:00am – 11:00am

9/12 – 11/14

9/13 – 11/15

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9/13 – 11/15 9/12 – 11/14

Fri, 1:00pm – 2:30pm 9/14 – 11/16 Mon & Fri, 9:30am – 10:30am 9/10 – 11/16

Ypsilanti Township Community Center

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

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

Line Dance

Tai Chi Beginning

Yoga for Seniors

Tue, 10:30am – 11:30am

9/10 – 11/19

(No class 11/12)

Tue, 10:15am – 11:45am

9/11 – 11/13 9/11 – 11/13

Tai Chi Intermediate 9/10 – 11/19

Mon, 9:00am – 10:30am

9/10 – 11/19

(No class 11/12)

Fitness for Seniors

Fitness for Seniors Fri, 2:30pm – 3:30pm

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Wed & Fri, 11:00am – 12:00pm 9/12 – 11/16

(No class 11/12)

9/11 – 11/27

Fitness for Seniors

Fitness for Seniors

Mon, 10:30am – 11:45am

9/10 – 11/19

Ypsilanti Senior Citizens Recreation Center

Tue, 9:00am – 10:00am

Parkridge Community Center

Yoga for Seniors 9/12 – 11/14

Mon, 11:00am – 12:30pm

(No class 9/18, 11/6)

Tai Chi Intermediate

Wed, 10:30am – 11:30am

Yoga for Seniors

Fitness for Seniors

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

9/14 – 11/30

(No class 10/5, 11/23)

Line Dance

Mon, 9:00am – 10:15am

Dexter Senior Center

Fri, 10:20am – 11:20am

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

Line Dance

Wed, 10:30am – 11:30am

9/12 – 11/14

1015 N. Congress St., Ypsilanti 734-483-5014

Northfield Senior Center

Tue & Thu, 9:30am – 10:30am 9/11 – 11/15

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Senior Fitness

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

Line Dance

(No class 11/12)

Yoga for Seniors

Wed, 10:30am – 11:30am

9/11 – 11/13

Strength and Conditioning

9/12 – 11/14

591 Armstrong Dr., Ypsilanti 734-483-7700

Chelsea Senior Center

Tai Chi for Seniors

Wed, 8:20am – 9:20am

Tai Chi for Seniors

Thu, 1:00pm – 2:00pm

Chelsea Pines

9/11 – 11/13

Tue, 9:30am – 11:00am

Tue, 9:30am – 11:00am

Wed, 10:00am – 12:00pm 10/10 – 10/31

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

Jewish Community Center

Wed, 1:00pm – 2:30pm

Historic Washtenaw Thu, 2:00pm – 4:00pm

Tue, 9:30am – 11:00am

Saline Area Senior Center

9/14 – 11/16

Thu, 9:00am – 10:00am Tue, 9:15am – 10:15am

9/13 – 11/15 9/11 – 11/13

Register online: wccnet.edu/economic-development

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COMPUTING AT HOME

Computer Basics 3: Internet Plus

Outlook Basics Unlock Outlook’s potential and learn how to use it to full capacity.

You’ll explore how to navigate Outlook’s mail, contacts, calendar and tasks.

BOS 4460 $65

21721 Tue, Thu 10:00am – 12:00pm

Denise Swope Dec 11 – Dec 13

MAI

Computer Basics 1: Getting Started with Your Windows Computer

21545 Tue, Thu 10:00am – 12:00pm

Denise Swope Sep 11 – Sep 27

MAI

Computer Basics 2: Windows Plus

21546 Tue, Thu 10:00am – 12:00pm

Denise Swope

21547 Tue, Thu 10:00am – 12:00pm

Oct 23 – Nov 8

MAI

Discover 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. 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 $139

Get to know Windows, the electronic manager of your computer, how it works and what it can do for you. Home practice suggestions will help you apply new skills on your home computer. Plus, you’ll receive an introduction on how to copy and sync files with various devices, such as thumb drives, external hard drives, Android phones and MP3 players.

CIS 1008 $139 | CEUs: 1.2

CIS 1009 $139 | CEUs: 1.2

Computer Basics 4: Advancing Your Skills

Want to become computer literate? If you have limited computer skills, or computer anxiety, this class is for you. There’s a special focus on computer terms and setting up Windows to make it easier for the new learner to use. In addition, home practice suggestions will help you set up effective home computing.

CIS 1245 $139 | CEUs: 1.2

Learn how to browse the Internet safely and effectively, download files and documents from the web and print content efficiently. Get the skills to use search engines to find exactly what you need. Find out how to manage attachments, organize your mail and identify and manage spammers and pfishers. Plus, receive an introduction to a variety of communication and entertainment tools like Skype, Facebook, TV online and more.

Denise Swope

21548 Tue, Thu 10:00am – 12:00pm

*No class on Nov 20, Nov 22.

Nov 13 – Dec 6*

MAI

Denise Swope Oct 2 – Oct 18

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Home Security and Safety Whether you have owned a home for years or are new to home ownership, safety in your home must be a top priority. Learn from contractor who is also a home and state building instructor about areas in your home you must keep safe and secure such as electrical, decks, windows and doors, lighting and landscaping, smoke detectors and much more.

CON 4681 $29

21757 Thu 6:30pm – 8:30pm

Steven Bredernitz Nov 15

MAI

Woodworking Acquaint yourself with basic woodworking concepts, techniques and practices. Get an introduction to planning, design, materials, common hand and power tools and safety. The first three classes will cover processing rough stock wood to finish dimensions and assembling glued panels. You’ll then begin work on your own project.

CON 4495 $309 | mandatory fee: $30

21815 Sat 9:00am – 1:00pm

*No class on Nov 24.

DIY HOME REPAIR DIY: Electricity 101 Are you curious about how your home’s wiring system works?

Would you like to know how to safely replace a light switch, outlet or light fixture? Learn the ins and outs of wiring from a licensed builder. You’ll explore safety practices; common types of wiring, including phone and coax cable; how to replace fixtures, switches and outlets and recommended materials.

CON 4059 $39

Steven Bredernitz

21607 Thu 6:30pm – 9:00pm

Sep 20

MAI

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 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 $59

Steven Bredernitz

21608 Thu 6:30pm – 8:30pm

Nov 1 – Nov 8

MAI

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Oct 27 – Dec 15*

MAI

Debt Elimination Private Family Banking What if you could learn how to eliminate personal debt without disturbing your cash flow? What if you could discover how to recapture the interest that you are currently paying financial institutions for major purchases? This course will teach you how to create and benefit from the process of banking in ways most people have not experienced. We’ll investigate the philosophy and principles behind Infinite Banking and provide real-life examples of how this system works. You will learn how to grow your savings tax-free while establishing wealth that you can pass to future generations.

FIN 4014 $75 21848 Tue, Thu 6:30pm – 8:30pm

William Nelson Oct 16 – Oct 18

MAI

Investor’s Financial Workshop Wise investing is the key to a secure future. Explore the basic terms and concepts of investing, and examine the many types of investments available today. From stocks to mutual funds, bonds to annuities, learn the advantages and disadvantages of each. In the final class, we will focus on retirement planning, no matter what your current age, and how to use asset allocation, debt elimination and tax reduction techniques to make your retirement a reality.

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Heath Elrod

FIN 4006 $89 21609 Tue 6:30pm – 8:30pm

Mark Grieshaber Oct 16 – Oct 30

MAI

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FITNESS

Passport to Retirement This multisession workshop will take you step-by-step through the seven key areas of the retirement process. You’ll find out how to define and create retirement, assess the cost, evaluate income sources, invest for the future, protect your health and wealth, receive retirement plan distributions and how to do legacy planning.

Join us to get a hands-on, comprehensive understanding of your retirement!

FIN 4012 $39

Ryan Malloch

Presentation Dancing Experienced dancers will master the tools to transform dance steps into a finished dance. You will learn how to choreograph a dance, as well as introduce basic lifts, dips and sways. You will learn how to create a dance routine, maximizing your strengths for a dazzling performance at any event.

21615 Tue 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Oct 30 – Nov 6

MAI

DAN 4010 $215

21616 Thu 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Nov 8 – Nov 15

MAI

We Create Homeowners: Let Us Show You How!

Natalia Alexandrova

21677 Sat 1:00pm – 3:00pm

Sep 8 – Nov 10

MAI

Social Ballroom Dance

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 of buying a home more enjoyable.

No matter how complicated it may look on television, you can ballroom dance. Whether you’re a dancer with experience or someone who only dreams of dancing, this class can help you learn new steps and improve your style. The Tuesday class is the beginner level and the Saturday class is the intermediate level.

RES 4006 $149

21597 Tue 7:30pm – 9:30pm

Sep 11 – Nov 13

MAI

21598 Sat 3:00pm – 5:00pm

Sep 8 – Nov 10

MAI

Steven Bredernitz/Mildred Matthews

21699 Thu 6:30pm – 8:30pm & Thu 6:30pm – 8:30pm

Sep 27 – Oct 11

MAI

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.

21840 Tue 7:00pm – 9:00pm

Natalia Alexandrova

Social Ballroom Dance: Short Session

Wills, Trusts and Estate Planning

LAW 4015 $75

DAN 4010 $219

Virginia Cardwell Oct 2 – Oct 16

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

MAI

If you only dream of being a ballroom dancer or are a seasoned professional, this short session can help you learn new steps and improve your style. The Tuesday class is the beginner level and the Saturday class is the intermediate level.

DAN 4010 $109

Natalia Alexandrova

21600 Tue 7:30pm – 9:30pm

Nov 20 – Dec 18

MAI

21599 Sat 3:00pm – 5:00pm

Nov 17 – Dec 15

MAI

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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 $155 | mandatory fee: $10

21526 Wed 6:00pm – 7:15pm

*No class on Nov 21.

Stephen Harrigan Sep 12 – Dec 5*

TRI

Wines: Really Good Ones You’ve Never Tried Many experts think the wines of France’s Burgundy region are the finest dry red and white wines in the world. Come explore the major regions and grapes of this famous area. Together, we will taste typical examples from the major regions.

CUL 4101 $39 | mandatory fee: $20

21610 Thu 6:00pm – 9:00pm

David Creighton Sep 27

MAI

Tai Chi Chuan: Intermediate Ready for more of a 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 elementary pushing hands and applications.

PEA 4095 $155 | mandatory fee: $10

21590 Wed 7:30pm – 8:45pm

*No class on Nov 21.

Stephen Harrigan Sep 12 – Dec 5*

TRI

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

PEA 4095 $189 | mandatory fee: $10

21617 Thu 9:30am – 11:00am

Sep 13 – Nov 15

TRI

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.

21856 Tue 11:30am – 1:00pm

21857 Thu 11:30am – 1:00pm

*No class on Nov 22.

Rustic Italian Cooking A Taste of Southern Italy: Sartú Imagine the delight of your friends and family when you serve Arborio rice timbale with layers of peas, mozzarella and diced ham, covered with breadcrumbs, then baked. Delicious Italian sausages, simmered in a tomato-wine sauce, and a seasonal vegetable and salad will accompany our timbale. Lemon cream with mixed berries will the finale for our meal.

CUL 4024 $39 | mandatory fee: $30

Francesca Giarraffa

Sep 5

21579 Wed 6:00pm – 9:00pm

DIX

Karla Groesbeck

Tennis, Anyone?

PEA 4125 $149 | mandatory fee: $45

New Recipes!

Katherine VanDeWege

A Taste of Northern Italy: Lamb Chops and Risotto Discover some of the delicious dishes of northern Italy! We’ll prepare breaded, pan-seared lamb chops, sprinkled with Pecorino and thyme. Julienned zucchini, sautéed in butter, thyme and shaved almonds, will complement our chops. We will savor pears, poached in a port wine reduction sauce, and ice cream for dessert.

Oct 2 – Dec 4

CHI

CUL 4023 $39 | mandatory fee: $30

Francesca Giarraffa

Oct 4 – Dec 13*

CHI

Oct 10

21580 Wed 6:00pm – 9:00pm

DIX

Braciole and Gnocchi Zumba 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.

Explore some of the delicious foods of Italy! Join us to prepare veal braciole, slices of veal with pine nuts, parsley and garlic braised in a tomato and red wine sauce. We will then make homemade ricotta gnocchi, covering it with our braciole sauce and Parmigiano. We will add sliced, fried zucchini with fresh mint and red wine vinegar dressing to our meal. A ricotta tart with marinated berries will end our evening.

PEA 4210 $69

CUL 4044 $39 | mandatory fee: $30

Francesca Giarraffa

Oct 17

Michele Williams

21712 Mon 6:00pm – 7:00pm

Sep 10 – Oct 22

PAR

21713 Mon 6:00pm – 7:00pm

Oct 29 – Dec 10

PAR

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Register online: wccnet.edu/economic-development

Community Enrichment Wines of Northern Italy Many of Italy’s finest and most diverse wines come from the northern regions. Many are also quite affordable. In this class, you will survey a variety of wines from the major Italian regions of the north, with an emphasis on locally available wines. You will acquire an understanding of the diversity and quality of Italian wines that you can enjoy and share with others!

CUL 4152 $39 | mandatory fee: $20

21817 Thu 6:00pm – 9:00pm

David Creighton Oct 4

MAI

Polenta Three Ways

Seafood

Explore three different polenta dishes. We’ll begin with homemade polenta with a sautéed mushrooms, garlic, sage with wine and cream. We will then make polenta with a ragù of red beans, kale and Pecorino. Our final dish will be a homemade polenta with sautéed Italian sausages we will simmer in a tomato and white wine sauce with fresh basil and Parmigiano. A seasonal salad will accompany our polenta dishes.

Make a seafood meal fit for Neptune or your nearest and dearest. We will dive in making skate fillet with a dusting of seasoned semolina flour, then sauté and serve it with a lemon, caper sauce. Cubed, baked potatoes with breadcrumbs, rosemary and garlic, as well artichoke hearts with a black olive, parsley and garlic stuffing, will accompany our fish. We will enjoy a Sicilian-style ricotta pudding for dessert.

CUL 4044 $39 | mandatory fee: $30

CUL 4044 $39 | mandatory fee: $30

21582 Wed 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Francesca Giarraffa Oct 24

DIX

21585 Wed 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Francesca Giarraffa Nov 28

DIX

Homemade Pasta

Christmas Day

Sunday dinner will never be the same after you learn how to make homemade semolina pasta with chicken, white wine and porcini mushrooms. You’ll also learn to make Umbrian-style homemade pasta, flat squares of pasta in a sausage, pancetta and tomato sauce. A seasonal salad will accompany our amazing meal.

Make the perfect Italian meal for Christmas dinner! We will begin with homemade, half-moon shaped egg pasta with artichokes, Parmigiano and prosciutto, and a cream, herb and truffle oil sauce. We will then prepare beef tenderloin with mushrooms and herbs, roasting it and then serving it with pan juice reduction.

Swiss chard, sautéed with garlic, chilies and diced pancetta will serve as an accompaniment. We will end our evening with bigné, puff pastry with a filling of chocolate and fresh ricotta.

CUL 4044 $39 | mandatory fee: $30

21583 Wed 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Francesca Giarraffa Nov 7

DIX

Thanksgiving Imagine the gratitude of your guests when you serve an authentic Italian Thanksgiving dinner! We will first prepare turkey breast with a sausage, herb and Parmigiano filling, then roll and bake it in a white wine sauce. We will next enjoy a homemade Italianstyle potato purée with sautéed mushrooms and black kale sautéed with chillies and bacon. Torta di mandorle, an almond tort made with egg custard, grapefruit and coconut flour, will end our meal.

CUL 4044 $39 | mandatory fee: $30

21584 Wed 6:00pm – 9:00pm

CUL 4044 $39 | mandatory fee: $30

Francesca Giarraffa Nov 14

DIX

Dec 5

DIX

New Year’s Eve Feast Make an Italian meal perfect for New Year’s Eve dinner! Start with spaghetti alla marinara, spaghetti with a sauce of fresh chopped tomatoes, mussels, chillies and garlic. We will also prepare salmon fillets in a parsley, garlic, lemon and anchovy sauce.

A lentil salad, considered a good luck food for the New Year, with fresh parsley, red wine vinegar, garlic and olive oil will also be part of the repast.

CUL 4044 $39 | mandatory fee: $30

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

21586 Wed 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Francesca Giarraffa

21587 Wed 6:00pm – 9:00pm

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Champagne and Sparkling Wines Explore the wines of the Rhône Valley. From the less expensive wines of Luberon, Ventoux and Côtes du Rhône to the greatness of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Côte-Rôtie and others, France’s Rhône Valley provides some of the world’s best wines and wine values.

You will enjoy the history, culture and, of course, the excellent wines of this famous region.

CUL 4370 $39 | mandatory fee: $25

21612 Thu 6:00pm – 9:00pm

David Creighton Dec 6

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. You will leave this class with an understanding of craft beer styles and how to taste and evaluate them.

CUL 4132 $39 | mandatory fee: $18

21530 Tue 6:30pm – 9:30pm

Roger Brideau Sep 18

MAI

Creating a Land Management Plan Learn the process of creating an effective plan to manage your land. Discover the factors that build a healthy, diverse and resilient habitat and food abundance in a forest. Explore the role of soil type, land use history, invasive species, and how to set realistic achievable goals for your land. You’ll receive data, resources and online tools along with personalized information on managing your land, from stream corridors to pastures, prairies, woodlands, and urban landscapes.

HEC 4222 $55

21839 Sat 1:00pm – 4:00pm

Community Enrichment Nov 3

MAI

Fall Gardening Tips Fall is a great time for planting. Find out how to grow and harvest cold-weather vegetables and plant bulbs, perennials, shrubs and trees for bloom next year. Learn how to prepare your garden beds for a long winter’s nap, protect tender and potted plants, and what to do with all those leaves. Discover great plants for fall color and how to clean and store your garden hand tools for next year.

HEC 4670 $29

21578 Wed 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Monica Milla Sep 12

MAI

Fall Wildflower Botany Go on a botanical hike around WCC’s campus to learn how to use basic botanical keys in the field. You will develop the skills to recognize the floral patterns of major plant families and figure out the identity of an unknown plant. Plant identification is a helpful and fun skill for anyone interested in using wild plants for food and medicine, as well as for folks who simply enjoy their beauty. Bring what you need to be comfortable outdoors.

HEC 4221 $39

21837 Sat 2:00pm – 4:00pm

Community Enrichment Sep 15

MAI

Native Tree and Shrub ID

Wines of Burgundy Many experts think the wines of France’s Burgundy region are the finest dry red and white wines in the world. In this class, you will explore the major regions and grapes of this famous area. Together, we will taste typical examples from the major regions.

Come enjoy!

CUL 4129 $39 | mandatory fee: $25

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Learn to identify Michigan trees, shrubs, and woody vines by their vegetative characteristics, including leaves, bark, twigs and buds.

Explore native species of the hardwood forest and how they meet the needs of wildlife. Find out what is hidden below the surface of the soil, and how plant communities emerge in response to glacial geology. Bring what you need to be comfortable outdoors.

HEC 4219 $39

21838 Sat 2:00pm – 4:00pm

Community Enrichment Oct 13

MAI

David Creighton Oct 11

MAII

Register online: wccnet.edu/economic-development

H O ME & L IFE

SEWING

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

Krystin Kinsey-Weeks

21714 Tue 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Sep 11 – Oct 23

PAR

21717 Wed 9:30am – 11:30am

Sep 12 – Oct 24

PAR

Machine Basics 2 Learn the next steps to independent sewing. You’ll learn how to correctly measure for pattern selection and about zippers, blind hems, button holes, casings and Velcro. If you need more confidence in sewing, this class is for you!

HEC 4212 $99

Krystin Kinsey-Weeks

21716 Tue 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Oct 30 – Dec 11

PAR

21718 Wed 9:30am – 11:30am

Oct 31 – Dec 12

PAR

Serging Necessities Bring your machine and get the basics you need to use your serger. You will thread together and run a couple samples using both three-thread and four-thread settings to help you serge with more confidence. Let’s get serging!

HEC 4172 $39 | mandatory fee: $10

21596 Sat 10:00am – 1:00pm

Community Enrichment

Sewing: Pillows and Cushions

Machine Basics

HEC 4011 $99

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Heather Reed Oct 20

MAI

Sewing Fundamentals: Level 1

Do you have a square or rectangular cushion that needs recovering? Maybe you’d like to bring some new life to your décor with pillows that pop. In this workshop, you will learn how to draft your pattern, calculate yardage, make your own pillow form, create ruffles, insert a zipper, cover a button and create welt for a professional finishing touch.

HEC 4083 $129 | mandatory fee: $20

Heather Reed Oct 27 – Nov 17

21574 Sat 2:00pm – 4:30pm

Upholstered Ottoman Workshop Learn basic upholstery methods for both reupholstering and constructing upholstered pieces from scratch. Gain experience working with foams, batting, piping, zippers and textiles suitable for upholstery. You’ll also learn how to use recycled resources and tools found around the house and thrift stores.

HEC 4550 $45 | mandatory fee: $110

Ana Barge Oct 8 – Oct 15

21738 Mon 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Save money by making your own custom window treatments and add skills to your creative repertoire! Using your sewing machine, you will fabricate a single panel (with rod pocket or rings) from start to finish. Explore styles, measuring, and estimating yardage to create professional results. Choose your fabric (and lining) and construct the drape in class under the watchful guidance of a seasoned expert.

HEC 1240 $129 | mandatory fee: $20 | CEUs: 1

Heather Reed

Oct 27 – Nov 17

21575 Sat 10:00am – 12:30pm

INSTRUCTOR PROFILE

HEC 1003 $189 | mandatory fee: $30

A self-proclaimed “sewing geek,” Heather Reed fell in love with the craft at a very young age. She went on to earn degrees in home economics, with a focus on sewing, and in business administration. While making draperies early in her career, she was asked to teach a kid’s sewing class at a local fabric store. She was hooked.

21573 Sat 2:00pm – 5:00pm

Sep 15 – Oct 20

MAI

Sewing Window Treatments: Roman Shades Have a window that is crying for shades instead of curtains? If you can sew a straight line with your sewing machine, use a ruler, and follow directions, you can make your own Roman shades. Explore the tools, equipment, fabrics and preparation necessary to produce professional quality window Roman shades.

HEC 1009 $129 | mandatory fee: $20

21819 Sat 10:00am – 12:30pm

Heather Reed Sep 15 – Oct 6

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

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Window Treatments: Long Draperies with Rod Pocket or Rings

Stretch your creative muscles and develop a skill that will last you a lifetime. Learn how to operate a sewing machine, select fabric and patterns, take measurements, cut fabric and read sewing instructions. You will complete a project using a pattern and create a portfolio of sewing skills including: hems, zippers, seam finishes, closures, pockets and other professional touches.

Heather Reed

MAI

MAI

Heather Reed SEWING TRAINER

Teaching has given Heather the opportunity to meet scores of interesting people. She enjoys helping others discover the joy of creation and loves the satisfaction her students feel when they’re able to say, “Wow, I made that!”

In the classroom, students are encouraged to interact with one another to foster an atmosphere of positive energy and inspiration. Heather promises, “This is definitely not your grandmother’s sewing class.”

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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!

Creating a Traditional Longbow Experience the powerful pride that comes from shooting a wooden bow you’ve made with your own two hands. You will receive stepby-step instructions in the crafting of a wooden longbow, and learn the ancient art of tillering, woodworking fundamentals, efficient tool use and the ability to read wood. If time and weather permit, you and your fellow learners will have the opportunity to practice shooting techniques.

CON 4244 $199 | mandatory fee: $135

21647 Sun 9:00am – 3:00pm & Sun 9:00am – 12:00pm

MI Folk School Sep 23 – Oct 7

MIC

Hearty Soup in a Sourdough Bread Bowl Fall is here and there is nothing quite as comforting as a hearty bowl of soup served in a homemade bread bowl! Join us in the kitchen as we warm up our souls while we bake a classic sourdough French boules. As our bread bakes, we will prepare a pot of New England–style clam chowder. Some bread baking experience is recommended, as this class is more about developing culinary skills. Bring your apron, a sense of culinary wonder and a hearty appetite.

Photography: Essential Elements

CUL 4142 $69 | mandatory fee: $25

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. You will take photos both in the classroom and on location.

HEC 1065 $49

MI Folk School

21631 Thu 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Sep 20

MAI

Photography: Study in Light Discover the different qualities of light and how to use them to control color and set a mood in your images. Learn to look at a scene, previsualize 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

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Holiday Bread Workshop Learn the basics of sourdough alchemy, and add something handmade to your holidays. You will learn how to make Limpa, a spiced and sweetened rye bread, popular in Scandinavia. Limpa is fragrant with anise, cardamom and fennel seeds, orange peel and a bit of molasses. It’s sure to please all those gathering around your table for festive gatherings! We will go over weighing, shaping and decorating to make the perfect holiday bread. You’ll go home with bread to eat and the skills to bake your own.

CUL 4143 $49 | mandatory fee: $25

21733 Wed 6:00pm – 9:00pm

MI Folk School Dec 19

DIX

MI Folk School

21632 Thu 6:00pm – 9:00pm

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MAI

Register online: wccnet.edu/economic-development

MIC H IGA N FO L K S C H O O L

Cheesemaking Intensive Workshop Through hands-on experience, learn to make simple cheeses in your home. Working with both cow’s and goat’s 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: $60

21623 Sat 9:00am – 12:00pm

*No class on Oct 6.

MI Folk School Sep 29 – Oct 13*

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Learning the Secrets of Jamaican Jerk The word “jerk” refers to four things: It is a unique method of slowmarinated cooking, a special blend of spicy seasonings, a process of creating small holes to aid in marination and the name of the finished dish popular all over the Caribbean. Join us for this threehour workshop where we will make an authentic meal of jerk chicken, coconut peas and rice, Jamaican callaloo and flat bread. Once our senses are thoroughly stimulated we will feast Jamaican style!

CUL 4149 $49 | mandatory fee: $25

21734 Sat 9:00am – 12:00pm

MI Folk School Oct 20

DIX

Learning the Secrets of Louisiana Creole Cottage Food Industry: Make Money Selling Your Homemade Food 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.

HEC 4071 $39

Creole-style cooking blends French and Spanish cuisine with West African and Haitian cuisine. Enjoy this three-hour workshop where you’ll make an authentic Louisiana meal of chicken andouille gumbo, shrimp étouffé, dirty rice, corn sticks and Cajun grilled veggies.

Be a part of the feast, Louisiana Creole style.

CUL 4150 $49 | mandatory fee: $25

21735 Sat 9:00am – 12:00pm

MI Folk School Oct 6

DIX

MI Folk School

21624 Thu 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Oct 11

MAI

Knife Sharpening Demystified Nothing is more satisfying than working with a truly sharp kitchen knife. 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

MI Folk School

21651 Tue 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Sep 18

MIC

21652 Tue 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Oct 23

MIC

“It was a great chance

to learn in a hands-on workshop. I left inspired to try more.

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Neo-Soul Food Workshop Wander into the world of wellness while not giving up soul food.

Learn how to fuel your body the right way with simple adaptations of traditional recipes to create healthy, extremely flavorful, low-fat dishes including oven “fried” chicken wings, blackened turkey chops with fruit salsa, collard and kale greens with smoked turkey, black-eyed peas, and sweet potato corn bread. Bring your apron, thirst for knowledge, and a hearty appetite for the feast at the end of this workshop.

CUL 4148 $49 | mandatory fee: $25

21736 Sat 9:00am – 12:00pm

MI Folk School Sep 8

DIX

Soul Food Workshop Learn about the origins soul food, its creators and the hows and whys behind it. Join us for guidance through expert food care and selection, kitchen safety, herb and seasoning techniques, cooking equipment, and techniques and methods to create healthy soul food. Assist in the kitchen creating traditional and healthy crispy fried chicken, southern mac and cheese, candied yams, turnip greens and cornbread. Don’t forget your apron!

CUL 4139 $49 | mandatory fee: $25

21638 Sat 9:00am – 12:00pm

MI Folk School Nov 10

DIX

— Cheesemaking Intensive Workshop participant

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Community Enrichment Sourdough Bread 101 Find out how to create beautiful, mouthwatering sourdough bread at home, using tools and equipment that are standard in every kitchen. We will briefly discuss bread science, techniques, ingredients and equipment. Next, we’ll begin the breadmaking process: kneading, fermenting, shaping, proofing, scoring, baking our bread and determining its readiness through look, taste, feel and smell. Afterwards, we will evaluate our results and share troubleshooting ideas.

CUL 4131 $49 | mandatory fee: $20

MI Folk School

21634 Wed 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Sep 12

DIX

21635 Wed 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Oct 3

DIX

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Grow and Build Your Own Desktop Mushroom Lamp

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. You’ll receive a brief introduction in how to use them, seeds and soil medium. Turn an ordinary meal into something gastronomically delicious with your homegrown microgreens.

Mycelium (the roots of mushrooms) may be one of the most adaptable and resilient organisms on the planet. In this unique workshop, you will use mycelium as nature’s glue to shape a lampshade. You’ll also use time in the woodworking studio to construct a stand for your lampshade. You’ll take home an ideal desk or bedside table lamp worthy of a boutique home furnishing store!

CUL 4138 $49 | mandatory fee: $20

21630 Tue 6:00pm – 9:00pm

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HEC 4218 $69 | mandatory fee: $40 21731 Sat 9:00am – 1:00pm

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Introduction to Stained Glass Blacksmithing: An Introduction Blacksmithing, an ancient craft now experiencing a modern artistic revival, 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.

HEC 4188 $129 | mandatory fee: $30

MI Folk School

21621 Sat 9:00am – 4:00pm

Oct 20

MIC

21622 Sat 9:00am – 4:00pm

Dec 8

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 participatory workshop combines with a relaxed tone to get you started on basic survival skills.

HEC 4206 $129 | mandatory fee: $25

21650 Sun 9:00am – 5:00pm

MI Folk School Oct 7

MIC

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

21626 Tue, Thu 6:00pm – 9:00pm

MI Folk School Nov 6 – Nov 8

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 and blend oils with herbs.

HEC 4104 $49 | mandatory fee: $25

21627 Sat 9:00am – 12:00pm

MI Folk School Oct 20

Learn how to formulate your own soap recipes, the proper use and storage of lye and how to mix lye and water. Get to know about goat milk, fragrance vs. 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.

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Soap-Making Workshop

HEC 4171 $49 | mandatory fee: $20

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Soap-Making Workshop: Color, Texture and Swirls

HEC 4189 $49 | mandatory fee: $20 21637 Sat 1:30pm – 4:30pm

MI Folk School Dec 1

21653 Sun 10:00am – 4:00pm

HEC 4216 $35 | mandatory fee: $10

MI Folk School

21727 Sat 10:00am – 12:00pm

Sep 15

MIC

21728 Sat 10:00am – 12:00pm

Sep 22

MIC

Homesteading 101

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, you’ll know how to carve your own spoon.

HEC 4186 $95 | mandatory fee: $20

Join us for a course in the no-till philosophy. Learn, with clear instructions, how to site and build your no-till garden, and the necessary tools and maintenance. Walk away with a head full of knowledge and a pocket full of seeds.

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Spoon Carving All-Day Workshop

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Building a No-Till Organic Garden

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.

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Want to take living green to the next level? It doesn’t take much effort to live a homesteading life, even in the suburbs or at a modest living space in the city. Explore gardening, canning, solar systems, chickens, wild crafting, harvesting, cooking, homemade cosmetics, graywater systems, permaculture and much more.

HEC 4166 $39

MI Folk School

21625 Tue 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Oct 16

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The Art of Millinery: Making a Hat Millinery is a rewarding, possibly addictive and highly prized ageold art and craft. You will learn basic skills and history, and create numerous styles and shapes in many different mediums for any season. Develop techniques to mold, shape and style a straw or felt hat on a wooden hat block and finish it off by hand or machine sewing. You’ll leave the workshop with your handcrafted crowning achievement.

HEC 4208 $79 | mandatory fee: $85

21620 Sat 9:00am – 4:00pm

MI Folk School Oct 13

DIX

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

21639 Sat 9:00am – 3:00pm & Sun 9:00am – 12:00pm

MI Folk School Sep 29 – Sep 30

MIC

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

21640 Sun, Sat 9:00am – 4:00pm

MI Folk School Sep 22 – Sep 23

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Goats 101 If you serious about understanding the responsibility of caring for goats, this workshop is for you. Gain knowledge of proper living quarters and fencing, maintenance and health care, nutrition and feeding, toxic plants and varieties of goat breed. You’ll receive most of the information in a classroom and also spend time with goats.

HEC 4217 $49 | mandatory fee: $10

21730 Sun 10:00am – 1:00pm

MI Folk School Sep 23

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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

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

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

Register online: wccnet.edu/economic-development

Questions? 734-677-5060

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Three Easy Ways to Register Mail-in*

Register and pay by credit card.

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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 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.

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