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Short-Term Professional Development Courses
Current Courses
| Course Description | Course Format | Course Dates . sort descending | Days & Times | In / Out of District Cost | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Next-Generation Accuplacer | High school students need to contact a career counselor before r ...‹more› High school students need to contact a career counselor before registering. Once the exam is paid for it is nonrefundable. The Next-Generation Accuplacer is an exam intended to assist in the placement of new full-time students. The tests administered include Reading and Arithmetic. The Reading test assesses the test taker’s ability to derive meaning from a range of texts and to determine the meaning of words and phrases in short and extended contexts. The Arithmetic test focuses on computation, order of operations, estimation and rounding, comparing and ordering values in different formats, and recognizing equivalent values across formats. | Classroom | 3/26/2026 | Th 1:00PM - 4:00PM |
$10.00 / $10.00 | |
| Next-Generation Accuplacer | High school students need to contact a career counselor before r ...‹more› High school students need to contact a career counselor before registering. Once the exam is paid for it is nonrefundable. The Next-Generation Accuplacer is an exam intended to assist in the placement of new full-time students. The tests administered include Reading and Arithmetic. The Reading test assesses the test taker’s ability to derive meaning from a range of texts and to determine the meaning of words and phrases in short and extended contexts. The Arithmetic test focuses on computation, order of operations, estimation and rounding, comparing and ordering values in different formats, and recognizing equivalent values across formats. | Classroom | 3/26/2026 | Th 5:30PM - 8:30PM |
$10.00 / $10.00 | |
| ServSafe Food Handler Course | ServSafe Food Handler course | Classroom | 3/26/2026 - 3/27/2026 | Th 11:00PM - 2:00AM |
$175.00 / $350.00 | |
| Sublimation Printing: Basics | Discover the art of sublimation printing and learn how to transfer ...‹more› Discover the art of sublimation printing and learn how to transfer vibrant, high-quality designs onto a variety of different materials! This hands-on course covers the essential equipment, design setup, printing techniques, and heat pressing methods needed to create custom sublimated products. Perfect for beginners looking to start a small business or explore a new creative hobby. | Classroom | 3/26/2026 - 3/27/2026 | Th 11:00PM - 2:00AM |
$50.00 / $85.00 | |
| CDL Truck Driver Training Class A | Go to Central Technology Center's website to sign up for informati ...‹more› Go to Central Technology Center's website to sign up for information and to sign up for the class. https://centraltech.edu/truck-driver-training/ The program utilizes classroom instruction, range and road driving, as well as, practical application of skills used in highway driving. You will be prepared to join the trucking industry after 28 days of training. Cost is $4,300.00; tuition assistance, discounts and grants available. Upon successful completion of the class/exams and having met all requirements, students earn: Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Central Tech Truck Driver Training certificate of completion PDTI seal of attainment indicating completion of all standards The state-of-the-art facility has a driving range with more than three miles of paved roadway on 45 acres. The range is equipped with traffic signs, railroad crossing, and skill practice areas designed to allow each student to develop the skills necessary to become proficient in driving today’s tractor trailers. Two students per truck allows each student a minimum of 44 hours of drive time ensuring the ability to develop proficient driving skills including: Control/Vehicle Systems Vehicle Pre-Trip Inspection FMCSA Rules & Regulations Air Brakes Systems Coupling & Uncoupling Various Backing Maneuvers Progressive Shifting Space & Speed Management Compliance Safety & Accountability (CSA) Hours of Service Night Driving | Classroom | 3/30/2026 - 5/6/2026 | M, T, W, Th, F 12:00PM - 9:00PM |
$4300.00 / $8600.00 | |
| Frontline Leadership - Delegation Skills Workshop | We are excited to offer this NEW add on class to our Frontline Lea ...‹more› We are excited to offer this NEW add on class to our Frontline Leadership program. In this 4 hour workshop, we will cover the following objectives: -Understanding the value of delegation to you, your employees, and your organization. -Identify those tasks that could be delegated to those on your team. -Learn how to analyze a person's readiness to take on a new task. -Utilize a step-by-step process for planning for a delegation meeting. -Practice conducting a delegation conversation. | Classroom | 3/30/2026 | M 1:00PM - 5:00PM |
$99.00 / $123.00 | |
| Heartsaver First Aid | Be ready to respond when accidents happen! This First Aid course t ...‹more› Be ready to respond when accidents happen! This First Aid course teaches you how to handle common emergencies like cuts, burns, sprains, broken bones, allergic reactions, and more. You'll learn step-by-step skills to care for someone until professional help arrives. Perfect for parents, teachers, caregivers, and employees in safety-sensitive jobs who need basic First Aid training. No medical experience required. Earn your American Heart Association First Aid certification upon completion of skills test. | Classroom | 3/31/2026 | T 2:00PM - 5:00PM |
$49.00 / $79.00 | |
| Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED | Learn how to save a life with this hands-on First Aid and CPR cour ...‹more› Learn how to save a life with this hands-on First Aid and CPR course! Designed for everyday people, this class teaches CPR for adults, children, and infants, how to use an AED, and how to help someone who is choking or injured. You’ll also learn how to handle common emergencies like burns, cuts, and sudden illness. Ideal for parents, teachers, babysitters, and employees in safety-sensitive jobs who need basic emergency response training. No medical experience needed—just a desire to be prepared. Earn your American Heart Association certification upon completion of skills test. | Classroom | 3/31/2026 | T 2:00PM - 9:00PM |
$74.00 / $128.00 | |
| CNC Tool Identification & Setup Workshop | This workshop gives participants practical, hands-on experience in ...‹more› This workshop gives participants practical, hands-on experience in identifying CNC cutting tools and safely setting them up for machining operations. Learners will work directly with tooling, holders, and CNC equipment to build confidence in tool setup, offsets, and safe handling practices. | Classroom | 3/31/2026 - 4/3/2026 | T, Th 11:00PM - 2:00AM |
$99.00 / $198.00 | |
| Advanced Medical Orientation | Required program orientation for prospective students for Practica ...‹more› Required program orientation for prospective students for Practical Nursing, Radiography, Respiratory Therapy, and Surgical Technology programs. | Classroom | 4/1/2026 | W 4:30PM - 6:30PM |
$0.00 / $0.00 | |
| Next-Generation Accuplacer | High school students need to contact a career counselor before r ...‹more› High school students need to contact a career counselor before registering. Once the exam is paid for it is nonrefundable. The Next-Generation Accuplacer is an exam intended to assist in the placement of new full-time students. The tests administered include Reading and Arithmetic. The Reading test assesses the test taker’s ability to derive meaning from a range of texts and to determine the meaning of words and phrases in short and extended contexts. The Arithmetic test focuses on computation, order of operations, estimation and rounding, comparing and ordering values in different formats, and recognizing equivalent values across formats. | Classroom | 4/9/2026 | Th 1:00PM - 4:00PM |
$10.00 / $10.00 | |
| Next-Generation Accuplacer | High school students need to contact a career counselor before r ...‹more› High school students need to contact a career counselor before registering. Once the exam is paid for it is nonrefundable. The Next-Generation Accuplacer is an exam intended to assist in the placement of new full-time students. The tests administered include Reading and Arithmetic. The Reading test assesses the test taker’s ability to derive meaning from a range of texts and to determine the meaning of words and phrases in short and extended contexts. The Arithmetic test focuses on computation, order of operations, estimation and rounding, comparing and ordering values in different formats, and recognizing equivalent values across formats. | Classroom | 4/9/2026 | Th 5:30PM - 8:30PM |
$10.00 / $10.00 | |
| Adobe Express: Basics | Learn the essentials of Adobe Express, a user-friendly design tool ...‹more› Learn the essentials of Adobe Express, a user-friendly design tool for creating eye-catching social media graphics, flyers, and more—no design experience needed! In this hands-on course, you’ll explore the platform, customize templates, edit images and text, and export your designs for personal or professional use. Perfect for beginners looking to enhance their digital content creation skills. | Classroom | 4/9/2026 - 4/10/2026 | Th 11:00PM - 2:00AM |
$50.00 / $85.00 | |
| Blacksmithing Advanced | Continue to build on your skills in this unique course after takin ...‹more› Continue to build on your skills in this unique course after taking Blacksmithing for Beginners. ^horse:horses:horseshoeing:farrier:horseshoe | Classroom | 4/11/2026 | Sa 1:00PM - 7:00PM |
$154.00 / $308.00 | |
| EQ at Work: Connect, Lead, Succeed | Success isn’t just what you know—it’s how you connect. In this int ...‹more› Success isn’t just what you know—it’s how you connect. In this interactive session, you’ll explore the four pillars of emotional intelligence: self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship skills. Gain practical tools to build trust, communicate effectively, and lead with confidence. | Classroom | 4/13/2026 | M 4:30PM - 6:00PM |
$39.00 / $78.00 | |
| Canva Creations: Party Edition | Take your celebrations to the next level with custom-made party fa ...‹more› Take your celebrations to the next level with custom-made party favors designed by YOU! In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to use Canva to create personalized party items. This class you will design personalized chip bags and candy wrappers. Whether you’re planning a birthday, wedding, baby shower, or holiday gathering, this class will give you the tools and confidence to design party favors that look professional, stylish, and completely unique. | Classroom | 4/13/2026 - 4/14/2026 | M 11:00PM - 2:00AM |
$45.00 / $82.00 | |
| Heartsaver First Aid | Be ready to respond when accidents happen! This First Aid course t ...‹more› Be ready to respond when accidents happen! This First Aid course teaches you how to handle common emergencies like cuts, burns, sprains, broken bones, allergic reactions, and more. You'll learn step-by-step skills to care for someone until professional help arrives. Perfect for parents, teachers, caregivers, and employees in safety-sensitive jobs who need basic First Aid training. No medical experience required. Earn your American Heart Association First Aid certification upon completion of skills test. | Classroom | 4/14/2026 | T 2:00PM - 5:00PM |
$49.00 / $79.00 | |
| Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED | Learn how to save a life with this hands-on First Aid and CPR cour ...‹more› Learn how to save a life with this hands-on First Aid and CPR course! Designed for everyday people, this class teaches CPR for adults, children, and infants, how to use an AED, and how to help someone who is choking or injured. You’ll also learn how to handle common emergencies like burns, cuts, and sudden illness. Ideal for parents, teachers, babysitters, and employees in safety-sensitive jobs who need basic emergency response training. No medical experience needed—just a desire to be prepared. Earn your American Heart Association certification upon completion of skills test. | Classroom | 4/14/2026 | T 2:00PM - 9:00PM |
$74.00 / $128.00 | |
| Next-Generation Accuplacer | High school students need to contact a career counselor before r ...‹more› High school students need to contact a career counselor before registering. Once the exam is paid for it is nonrefundable. The Next-Generation Accuplacer is an exam intended to assist in the placement of new full-time students. The tests administered include Reading and Arithmetic. The Reading test assesses the test taker’s ability to derive meaning from a range of texts and to determine the meaning of words and phrases in short and extended contexts. The Arithmetic test focuses on computation, order of operations, estimation and rounding, comparing and ordering values in different formats, and recognizing equivalent values across formats. | Classroom | 4/23/2026 | Th 1:00PM - 4:00PM |
$10.00 / $10.00 | |
| Next-Generation Accuplacer | High school students need to contact a career counselor before r ...‹more› High school students need to contact a career counselor before registering. Once the exam is paid for it is nonrefundable. The Next-Generation Accuplacer is an exam intended to assist in the placement of new full-time students. The tests administered include Reading and Arithmetic. The Reading test assesses the test taker’s ability to derive meaning from a range of texts and to determine the meaning of words and phrases in short and extended contexts. The Arithmetic test focuses on computation, order of operations, estimation and rounding, comparing and ordering values in different formats, and recognizing equivalent values across formats. | Classroom | 4/23/2026 | Th 5:30PM - 8:30PM |
$10.00 / $10.00 | |
| Heartsaver First Aid | Be ready to respond when accidents happen! This First Aid course t ...‹more› Be ready to respond when accidents happen! This First Aid course teaches you how to handle common emergencies like cuts, burns, sprains, broken bones, allergic reactions, and more. You'll learn step-by-step skills to care for someone until professional help arrives. Perfect for parents, teachers, caregivers, and employees in safety-sensitive jobs who need basic First Aid training. No medical experience required. Earn your American Heart Association First Aid certification upon completion of skills test. | Classroom | 4/28/2026 | T 2:00PM - 5:00PM |
$49.00 / $79.00 | |
| Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED | Learn how to save a life with this hands-on First Aid and CPR cour ...‹more› Learn how to save a life with this hands-on First Aid and CPR course! Designed for everyday people, this class teaches CPR for adults, children, and infants, how to use an AED, and how to help someone who is choking or injured. You’ll also learn how to handle common emergencies like burns, cuts, and sudden illness. Ideal for parents, teachers, babysitters, and employees in safety-sensitive jobs who need basic emergency response training. No medical experience needed—just a desire to be prepared. Earn your American Heart Association certification upon completion of skills test. | Classroom | 4/28/2026 | T 2:00PM - 9:00PM |
$74.00 / $128.00 | |
| CNC Precision Measuring Tools Workshop | Accurate measurements are the foundation of quality machining. Thi ...‹more› Accurate measurements are the foundation of quality machining. This hands-on workshop introduces participants to essential precision measuring tools used in CNC and manufacturing environments. Learners will gain practical experience using calipers, micrometers, and gauges to measure parts, ensure accuracy, and maintain quality standards. | Classroom | 4/28/2026 - 5/1/2026 | T, Th 11:00PM - 2:00AM |
$99.00 / $198.00 | |
| Excel 2021/365 Level 3 | This is the new 2021 syllabus. Build on the skills introduced in L ...‹more› This is the new 2021 syllabus. Build on the skills introduced in Level 2 and help prepare for the Microsoft Excel certification examination. Learn and work with advanced formulas, lookup functions. Learn to import data. export data and query external databases. You will also learn about some of the analytical features of Excel, such as goal seek and solver, and learn to create and run macros to automate redundant tasks in spreadsheets. Import and create a connection to external data, use power pivot and cube functions. | Classroom | 4/28/2026 - 5/6/2026 | T, Th 11:00PM - 2:00AM |
$109.00 / $196.00 | |
| Advanced Medical Orientation | Required program orientation for prospective students for Practica ...‹more› Required program orientation for prospective students for Practical Nursing, Radiography, Respiratory Therapy, and Surgical Technology programs. | Classroom | 4/29/2026 | W 4:30PM - 6:30PM |
$0.00 / $0.00 | |
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