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| Class | Course Description (Class) | Last Class Date | Actual Start Date/Time | Hours Per Meeting | Sunday? | Monday? | Tuesday? | Wednesday? | Thursday? | Friday? | Saturday? | In District Cost | Out of District Cost | Training On Demand | Content URL | Session Format | |
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| CDL Truck Driver Training Class A | 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 $4,800.00; 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 | 9.0000000000 | false | true | true | true | true | true | false | $4300.00 | $8600.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Intro to Pneumatics | Students will be introduced to pneumatics concepts, air conditioning and distributing equipment, basic physical concepts: pressure vs. force, volume and flow relationships, as well as vacuum generation. | 3.0000000000 | false | true | true | true | true | false | false | $250.00 | $500.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Sweet Creations with Lisa: "Fall-tober" Royal Icing Transfers | Learn the art of making edible decorations with royal icing! These are edible sugar images piped on to a template and left to dry. Then these sugar decorations can be used to adorn cookies, cakes, or cupcakes. Our Fall-tober theme will include Halloween, Fall, and Thanksgiving. You don't want to miss this class! | 3.0000000000 | false | true | false | false | false | false | false | $49.00 | $79.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Intro to CNC: Aspire Software | This training includes a FREE month membership to the McCullough Lab at a $50 value. Students will learn to utilize the Aspire Software for the CNC Router. The class will include a hands-on project that students will be able to take home at the end. Students will needs to bring or purchase materials for their specific project. | 3.0000000000 | false | false | true | false | false | false | false | $250.00 | $500.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Sublimation Printing: Basics | 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. | 3.0000000000 | false | false | true | false | false | false | false | $50.00 | $85.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| AHA/BLS Instructor Update | BLS Instructor Update Required course for current AHA instructors to renew their instructor certification and alignment approval with AHA Training Center. Along with this course, instructor must provide documentation for 4 credit classes taught within their 2-year certification. Must provide current BLS Instructor certification and BLS Provider certification prior to course. AHA certification valid for 2 years | 1.0000000000 | false | false | false | true | false | false | false | $20.00 | $36.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Sewing for Beginners | Learn the essentials of hand sewing, including quick stitches and button replacement, as well as basic machine operation-covering threading, winding and bobbin, and adjusting tension and stitch settings. | 4.0000000000 | false | false | false | true | true | true | false | $59.00 | $89.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Heartsaver First Aid | First Aid is the immediate care for someone with a medical emergency or injury. The course will instruct general principles on how to recognize an emergency, how to call for help and how to perform skills before more advanced medical help arrives. AHA certification valid for 2 years | 3.0000000000 | false | false | false | false | true | false | false | $49.00 | $79.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED | The First Aid and CPR AED course is for lay rescuers to respond to emergencies in the workplace or community. This course includes both the life-saving skills of CPR for Adult, Child and Infant along with general principles of First Aid. Course covers the immediate care for a medical emergency or injury by recognizing the emergency, how to call for help and how to perform skills before more advanced medical help arrives. Must pass skills test for certification. AHA certification valid for 2 years | 7.0000000000 | false | false | false | false | true | false | false | $74.00 | $128.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Heartsaver CPR AED | This CPR course is for lay rescuers to respond to emergencies in the workplace or community. Course includes life-saving CPR skills for adult, child and infants along with use of an AED. Must pass skills test for certification. AHA certification valid for 2 years | 3.0000000000 | false | false | false | false | true | false | false | $49.00 | $79.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Painting | Learn the basics of painting with various techniques in the beginner class. Explore different techniques, discover the necessary supplies, and uncover your unique artistic style as each session introduces you to a new painting method. | 3.0000000000 | false | false | false | false | true | false | false | $125.00 | $220.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Blacksmithing For Beginners | Learn the basics of this unique course from building a fire to completing a finished product. ^Horse:horses:horseshoeing:farrier:horseshoes | 6.0000000000 | false | false | false | false | false | false | true | $159.00 | $318.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Cake Decorating | In this beginner-friendly cake decorating class, you'll learn the basics of decorating a dummy cake using essential techniques like piping, buttercream work, and simple floral designs. Whether you're new to cake decorating or just looking to improve your skills, this hands-on class will guide you through each step as you practice with professional tools and materials. By the end of the class, you'll understand how to beautifully decorate a cake and the confidence to create your own cake masterpieces at home! | 4.0000000000 | false | false | false | false | false | false | true | $80.00 | $135.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| HVAC Maintenance for Homeowners | Learn basic procedures for performing preventative maintenance safely for various types of residential Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning systems found in most residential housing. | 6.0000000000 | false | false | false | false | false | false | true | $69.00 | $138.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| BLS Instructor | The BLS Instructor course includes: Computer-based instructor training, BLS Provider course and American Heart Association (AHA) curriculum and guidelines. Each Instructor candidate will present a portion of the curriculum by Training Faculty for monitoring. Must pass written and skills tests for certification. Includes two AHA required instructor manuals. AHA certification valid for 2 years | 7.0000000000 | false | true | true | false | false | false | false | $300.00 | $448.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| EKG Technician | An EKG course teaches you to perform and interpret electrocardiograms (EKGs), which record the heart's electrical activity, preparing you for a career as an EKG technician or to enhance your skills as a healthcare professional. | 4.0000000000 | false | true | true | true | true | true | false | $399.00 | $798.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Customer Service and First Impressions That Last | Taught by our Career Development Specialist, students will study tips to overcome the top complaint of industry leaders. This session will cover topics such as answering the phone, the effects of good and bad service, communication, and other ways to make a positive impression that lasts. The course will also briefly review generational differences in the workplace. | 1.0000000000 | false | false | false | false | true | false | false | $0.00 | $0.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| DDMAT | This class is designed to provide certified training for direct care staff in licensed residential care facilities and licensed group homes which have the responsibility of administering medication to residents. Curriculum includes administration of medication, measuring and charting vital signs and understanding legal aspects. | 6.0000000000 | false | false | false | false | true | true | false | $159.00 | $268.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| EMS Refresher and Skills Workshop | This 8-hour EMS Continuing Education course is designed for emergency medical professionals seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills in critical areas of pre-hospital care. The curriculum is divided into four focused 2-hour sessions, covering airway management, cardiac emergencies, trauma care, medical emergencies, operational procedures, and hands-on skills practice. Participants will engage in interactive lectures, case studies, and practical scenarios to reinforce learning and improve their competency in the field. | 8.0000000000 | false | false | false | false | false | false | true | $35.00 | $70.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Babysitter First Aide and CPR Training | This course is designed to prepare students interested in babysitting. Students ages 12-18 will learn emergency preparedness, first aide basics, and the opportunity to become CPR and AED certified. | 2.0000000000 | false | true | true | false | false | false | false | $50.00 | $94.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Scene Study | Explore the art of acting through collaborative scene work. In this class, actors will partner up to analyze text, listen deeply, and respond authentically. Each session takes you further into the heart of your scene, uncovering layers of meaning and discovering how to make each performance uniquely your own. Gain valuable insights, refine your skills, and bring your characters to life with confidence and creativity. Ideal for actors of all experience levels. Join master educator Lindsey Newell for a series of theatre classes to help build confidence in film and theatre performance. After spending 13 years in Los Angeles as an actress, writer, and producer, Lindsey has returned to her hometown of Enid, OK. She believes that "anyone with enough curiosity and drive to learn can become an actor and improve their skill." She has spent the last few years teaching acting foundations, on-camera technique, and sitcom acting at Scott Sedita's Acting Studio in Larchmont Village, CA. | 3.0000000000 | false | true | false | true | false | false | false | $74.00 | $148.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Dealing with Difficult People | Based on the works of social psychologists and business consultants, this 3-week workshop offers an opportunity to learn basic reasons that communication difficulties arise and conflict resolution strategies for dealing with those behaviors when they are directed at you. Classroom experiences will help prepare you to use the strategy in the the"real world." | 2.0000000000 | false | true | false | false | false | false | false | $69.00 | $138.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Basic Life Support Provider | Basic Life Support is for health care providers and other professional rescuers. Learn skills for one-rescuer and two-rescuer CPR for adult, child and infant. This course includes Team Dynamics, CPR, mask devices and AED skills. Must pass written and skills tests for certification. AHA certification valid for 2 years | 4.0000000000 | false | false | true | false | false | false | false | $74.00 | $132.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Fall Protection | Falling is consistently one of the most common causes of workplace fatalities. Falls from as little as 4 to 6 feet can cause serious injuries, sometimes death. There are many different types of work and many different types of fall hazards. This course will teach employees the importance and practice of consistent fall protection. Employees will learn about fall hazards, how to identify fall protection methods and various safe work practices. | 1.0000000000 | false | false | true | false | false | false | false | $60.00 | $120.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| CMA Update | Complete the 8- hour annual training requirement for CMAs. This class will present pertinent information and updates regarding the care of geriatric patients. | 8.0000000000 | false | false | false | false | true | false | false | $75.00 | $150.00 | false | In Class | ||||