Workforce Development

Are you interested in capturing beautiful moments and creating lasting memories with your Canon DSLR camera? If so, this introductory class is a great start! You will get an overview of your camera’s settings and tips on how to best use the camera. You will receive an introduction to the basics of photography, elements of composition, focusing, and selecting the proper exposure. Students must bring their own camera to class.

This course is appropriate for entry-level photography enthusiasts who want to learn photography basics and can bring their Canon DSLR camera to class.

Gain the basic skills and general knowledge needed to begin a career as a process technician for a biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or chemical manufacturing company. Process technicians work in manufacturing environments and have a wide variety of responsibilities in all stages of the manufacturing process. Tasks may include operating equipment, documenting and analyzing data, monitoring machinery, and improving manufacturing processes. Process technicians also maintain company safety, health, and environmental standards.

This course provides a basic study of the structure and function of the human body. Topics include a basic study of the body systems as well as an introduction to homeostasis, cells, tissues, nutrition, acid-base balance, and electrolytes. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of the fundamental principles of anatomy and physiology.

Our Conversational Spanish 2 class will help you learn to pronounce Spanish words correctly, with emphasis on vowels and certain troublesome consonants for English speakers. The course will address common tag questions and answers, learning kernel sentences with multiple interchangeable suffixes, and vocabulary building of essential nouns, adjectives, and verbs. There will be repetitions and drills of key phrases, as well as the opportunity to learn easy songs in Spanish as a means of increasing Spanish vocabulary.

Would you like to build skills for work in the culinary/restaurant industry? If so, this course is for you!

You'll learn how the food industry operates in the back of house kitchen. You will gain hands-on training with:

  • Food service techniques
  • Food safety
  • Food production basics.

Upon completion you’ll be prepared for employment in restaurants, hotels, catering companies, and health facilities.

This class is offered to students at no cost (fees are waived). Contact us for details and to register.

Are you ready to have an amazing time learning a fun, new skill that dates back thousands of years? Join us and learn the basics of macramé - the art of tying knots using high-quality, eco-friendly, and 100% natural materials.

In this four-week class, you will learn the concept of tying differently shaped knots and then repeating and combining them to form patterns that makes your piece unique. You will learn to:

If you're a homeowner or handyman and want to learn more about electrical systems, this course will spark your interest! It covers the fundamentals of training persons interested in the installation and maintenance of electrical systems found in residential surroundings. Hands-on topics include:

If forklift operations are a part of your career or you want to learn how to inspect and do basic repairs for forklifts, this class is for you! You'll learn the proper inspection procedures as required by OSHA and how to perform basic repairs. The class is approximately 70% hands-on applications and will also cover:

This class will give you an introduction to the basic fundamentals of American Sign Language (ASL). The course will provide an overview of ASL history and culture. You will learn finger spelling, numbers, phrases, and expressions.

Please Note: This class cannot be used for credit toward any of our degree programs. If you have questions about foreign language requirements, please speak with an advisor.

Take the steps you need to prepare for the workforce with Believe to Achieve. Whether you are re-entering the workforce after being a stay-at-home parent or just graduated high school, Believe to Achieve can give you the tools needed to enter the workforce. Various classes will help you explore interests and potential career paths as well as:

If you're a homeowner or handyman interested the ins and outs of plumbing, this course is for you! It covers the fundamentals of basic residential plumbing, focusing safety, and basic plumbing maintenance and repairs. Topics include:

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