Corporate and Continuing Education
Available Courses
Cooking
Get down and dirty with this "hands on" course where each student
actually prepares the menu. Students are presented with recipe,
ingredients and directions on how to prepare each item with one on one
support and instruction with a professional chef. Call for schedule.
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Online Foreign Language Courses
In this era of economic uncertainty, taking online courses can give you added job
security. During layoffs, your employer is more likely to keep someone who has taken
the initiative to learn job-related Spanish. In the event of a job loss, the skills
you learn here will make your resume more attractive to new employers. And when the economy
stabilizes, Spanish gives you an advantage that will continue to be a professional asset
in the years to come. Our affordable, online continuing education courses also save you the
time and added expense of gas required to travel to a school campus. Enroll today and
discover how we can help you "recession-proof" your career.
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Digital Photography 101
This course will cover the various shooting modes and multiple features
of personal digital cameras. Students will learn aperture, shutter speed,
ISO and depth of field applications. Additional course features include
learning how to download images to your computer and how to burn a back up
CD. No prior photography knowledge required. You must bring your camera
and manual.
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Digital Photography Advanced
In this course you will explore and shoot only in the manual mode. You will learn the basics of lighting, be introduced to different photography
"styles" and touch on editing and storing your images. Pre-requisite: Digital photography 101 course or have a through understanding
of aperture, shutter speed, depth of field and ISO. Prior experience will be assessed in a phone interview with the instructor. You must bring your camera and manual. A tripod is helpful, but not required.
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Photoshop Elements 8 - Photo Editing
This course provides beginners the opportunity to fix and enhance
pictures taken with their digital cameras; Students perform basic image
editing tasks, correct and enhance images.
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Photoshop Elements 8 Advanced
Go beyond basic photo editing in Photoshop Elements 8 and explore the
non-automated tools in Photoshop elements. Class will discuss layers,
filters and adjustment layers; composition of detailed collages; advanced
editing techniques and fixes for faces; detailed color corrections;
editing RAW photos and restoring old and vintage photos.
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Financial Peace University
Financial Peace University is Dave Ramsey's life changing program that
teaches you to achieve your financial goals by eliminating debt, saving
for the future, and giving like never before. More than 1 million families
have attended FPU with amazing results. You will be challenged and
motivated to make a plan for your money and change your family tree
forever!
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Sewing Basics
Use your imagination to create personalized decorative items and
gifts…and save at the same time! Class will consist of basic sewing
skills, including straight and zigzag stitching, buttonholes, mending,
hemming, zippers, patterns and layout. Sewing machines will be available
for class use. Material list will be provided.
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Financial Planning: Mutual Fund Investing (CIC 1280)
Nearly everyone has some, if not all,
of their investments in mutual funds. Whether it be in your 401(k), 403(b),
IRA, or taxable account, the world of mutual funds is immense...but how
should you approach them in retirement? This class is designed to help
retirees understand how mutual funds can address their needs in retirement.
Covering both bond and stock mutual funds, topics will include understanding
your mutual funds, the pros and cons of investing in the market, mutual fund
strategies in retirement, and which types of funds are right for you.
Handouts and helpful illustrations will be provided. Couples are welcome.
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Financial Planning: Annuities, Myths, and Misconceptions
Did you know that pensions and Social Security are annuities? There are many different kinds of annuities out there affecting nearly everyone and this class is designed to demystify this complex and cloudy world. Covering index, fixed, and
variable annuities, topics will include understanding your annuity, the pros and cons of annuity investing, annuity strategies, and how to decide what annuity is right for you. Handouts and helpful literature will be provided. Couples are welcome.
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Financial Planning: Financial Decision Making for Women
A class specifically designed for women who are at or near retirement with topics aimed at simplifying the complex financial world. Topics will include understanding investment jargon, understanding investment products, proper asset allocation,
understanding investment risk, estate planning, and estate tax issues. This down-to-earth class should empower women to address these areas. Handouts and helpful literature will be provided.
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Financial Planning: Financial Planning for Retirees
Finally, a simple yet informative class that focuses on the pressing needs of today's retirees. This class takes a unique, comprehensive look at issues facing individuals at or near retirement. It addresses essential areas such as financial products –
equities and bonds, proper allocation and investment risk, life insurance, mutual funds and annuities, estate planning, tax issues, and long term care planning. Handouts and helpful literature will be provided and couples are welcome.
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Getting Paid to Talk
This exciting class will explore numerous aspects of voice acting work for television, film, radio, and books on tape, documentaries and the internet. We will cover
all the basics, including how to prepare the all - important demo and how to be successful and earn great income in the exciting field. Students will have the opportunity to ask questions and to hear examples of
demos recorded by professional voice actors. Class participants will even have a chance to record a commercial script under the direction of our Voicecoaches.com producer! This class is informative, lots of fun, and
a great first step for anyone interested in voice acting professionally.
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Sign Language for Beginners
This course is designed to introduce students to the basic components making ASL a
visual/spatial language with its own unique syntax including all the hand shapes required to
create the alphabet, numbers and signs used in this communication system and the rules associated
with them. A brief overview of Deaf culture highlighting its perspective of deafness, history
of the language and founding fathers will be discussed. Interactive activities using on-line
resources and contact with members of the Deaf community will be required of students who want
to progress to the next level.
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Spanish Conversational for Beginners
The Conversational Spanish for Beginners is an introduction to the Spanish language
and Hispanic culture through conversational patterns using audio-visual and communicative
materials with an emphasis on oral performance; for beginners.
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Upholstery- Basic
Gain practical skills and knowledge for work in the upholstery industry. Focus on handling of equipment and safety. Fabrics, trims, other materials, and hardware.
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Safety Courses
Boater Safety
Anyone 15 yrs. or under must have a parent present in the class. Only the student must be charged tuition unless the parent wants a license. Boaters 15 years of age or younger are required by law to pass an approved boater education course before operating, without supervision, a personal watercraft (jet ski) or a boat powered by a 15 hp motor or more.
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Defensive Driving - 8 hour course
York Technical College Continuing Education offers the National Safety Council's 8 hour Defensive Driving course. Successful completion of this course can trim up to four points off your driving record once every three years.
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Hunter Safety
Anyone 15 yrs. or under must have a parent present in the class. Only the student must be charged tuition unless the parent wants a license.
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Motorcycle- Rider's Edge
York Technical College has partnered with Cox's Harley Davidson to provide Rider's Edge. A proven blend of classroom instruction and range riding, the Rider's Edge New Rider Course delivers the basics of motorcycle operation in Harley-Davidson style. You'll learn from devoted instructors certified by both the Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) and Harley-Davidson to create a relaxed, supportive environment that fosters camaraderie and confidence.
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Motorcycle- Skilled Rider
York Technical College has partnered with Cox's Harley Davidson to provide
Skilled Rider course. The course uses the proven curriculum of the
Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) Experienced RiderCourseSM
Suite, with some enhancements developed by Harley-Davidson enthusiasts.
Participants use their own motorcycles to enhance the following skills:
control at low speeds, risk management, limited space maneuvers, cornering
judgment, stopping quickly in a curve, swerving and stopping quickly,
multiple curve maneuvers and surmounting objects.
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NRA Basic Pistol
In this course you will learn the safe handling of a handgun. If you wish to bring your own handgun, please contact DES Training for the requirements and legal transport restrictions of your handgun. DES Training will provide eye and hearing protection for all students involved in the course.
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Refuse to Be a Victim
Seminar topics include home, automobile, phone, technological, travel and personal security. Seminar participants are presented with a variety of proven crime prevention and personal safety strategies and devices they may integrate into their daily lives. You will get the tools you need to develop your own personal safety strategy.
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South Carolina Concealed Weapon Permit
In this course, you will learn parts and operation of the handgun, proper and safe storage of a handgun, cleaning of both pistols and revolvers, and techniques for the improving the skills needed for accurate shot placement. Also there will be instructions on the laws and the obligations of the concealed weapon permit carrier. Upon completion of this course you may apply to the State of South Carolina for a concealed weapon permit.
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