Special Interest Classes
Have fun, expand your knowledge on a subject or learn something new! Computer skills, art, dancing, beekeeping and more.
Have fun, expand your knowledge on a subject or learn something new! Computer skills, art, dancing, beekeeping and more.
Date(s): | 9/24/2024 to 10/10/2024 |
Day/Times: | Tue/Thu 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM |
Location: | MCCTC, Facility: Adult Career Center, Room: B-02 |
Cost: | $69 + supplies |
Hours: | 15.00 |
Instructor: | Michael Vigliotti |
Date(s): | 2/11/2025 to 2/27/2025 |
Day/Times: | Tue/Thu 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM |
Location: | MCCTC, Facility: Adult Career Center, Room: B-02 |
Cost: | $69 + supplies |
Hours: | 15.00 |
Instructor: | Michael Vigliotti |
If you have ever wanted to capture the beauty around you in a drawing, here is your opportunity to learn how to do just that. Whether you are a beginner or intermediate artist, this class will help you explore your creativity. Learn how to design detailed and realistic drawings by using both different grades of drawing pencils and blenders. Explore toning, shading and the use of different pencils to create textures for different subjects. Step-by-step instruction, in a pleasant and relaxed learning environment, will help you develop the confidence you need to work towards mastering the skill of drawing. A supply list will be mailed to you before class begins.
Note: A blending Stump also known as a Tortillon is a very important tool when doing a drawing in pencil. This allows the student to blend and shade to achieve realistic results.
These are suggestions for supplies, but any combination of these or other brands will do.
Fall Date(s): | 10/22/24 – 11/7/24 |
Day/Times: | Tues & Thurs 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM |
Location: | MCCTC |
Cost: | $69 + supplies |
Hours: | 15.00 |
Instructor: | Michael Vigliotti |
Spring Date(s): |
3/11/25 – 3/27/25
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Day/Times: | Tues & Thurs 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM |
Location: | MCCTC |
Cost: | $69 + supplies |
Hours: | 15.00 |
Instructor: | Michael Vigliotti |
Take time for yourself this year. Learning how to paint with watercolor is a beautiful, fun way to express yourself creatively. Designed for beginner and intermediate artists, this course will help you explore various techniques in watercolor, such as mixing colors, applying glazes, using the dry brush technique, wet on wet application, and lifting of paint from an area to achieve desired effect. Hands-on instruction in a relaxed environment will help you learn foundational skills, explore your artistic side and also teach you to embrace new techniques. Art is an adventure, and you are invited to explore with us as you learn the unique skill of painting with watercolor! A supply list will be mailed to you before class begins.
Fall
Date(s): | 11/4/2024 to 11/25/2024 |
Day/Times: | Mon/Wed 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM |
Location: | MCCTC |
Cost: | $145.00 |
Hours: | 14.00 |
Instructor: | Gary Capone |
Spring
Date(s): | 3/3/2025 to 3/24/2025 |
Day/Times: | Mon/Wed 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM |
Location: | MCCTC |
Cost: | $145.00 |
Hours: | 14.00 |
Instructor: | Gary Capone |
This is a new course, combining former courses Computer Basics and Windows 10, now Windows 11. If you are relatively new to using computers, or want to learn more about Windows 11, then this is the course for you. Some of the topics to be explored are: external and internal hardware, including modems, routers, and different type cables. Also, you will learn about browsers, search engines, portals, VPNs, and hyperlinks, and internet safety. You will be introduced to the Windows 11 computer home screen, surfing the Web, and working with files.
Microsoft Excel I
Microsoft Excel I empowers participants with key skills to create, design, edit, and print worksheets by using the formatting and page layout features. Learn basic calculations, formulas, and enhanced functions. Utilize the Quick Analysis Tool. Create data visualizations with conditional formatting, tables, charts, sparklines, and graphs. Sort and filter detailed data within tables. This course can be of great value for participants wishing to move their Excel skills to a higher level by learning how to create accurate and professional spreadsheets.
About the instructor: Krista McConnahey earned her bachelor’s degree in Comprehensive Business Education and her master’s degree in Instruction and Curriculum. She has been teaching business education at a local high school for over 20 years. Teaching Microsoft Office has been her passion to prepare individuals for the real-world situations at college, professional, and personal levels. She has Industrial Certifications in Microsoft Word, Word Expert, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook and has certified over 150 students in the same Microsoft Industrial Certifications.
Date(s): | Fall dates coming soon |
Day/Times: | Tuesday 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM |
Location: | MCCTC |
Cost: | $145.00 |
Hours: | 15.00 |
Instructor: | Krista McConnahey |
Microsoft Excel II
This advanced course is for intermediate Excel users who want to take their spreadsheet skills to the next level. Learn advanced functions such as lookup, financial, what-if analysis, and nested formulas. Create Pivot tables, Slicers, and Pivot charts. Import data from other sources into an Excel workbook. Learn advance filters and sorting in tables to better organize information. Utilize the advance find and replace features to clean up data. Comprehend macros and the security of including macros in your workbooks. The purpose of this course is to give individuals the knowledge of the power of Excel. **If you did not attend the Microsoft Excel I course, please contact the Adult Career Center office to purchase the course book**.
About the instructor: Krista McConnahey earned her bachelor’s degree in Comprehensive Business Education and her master’s degree in Instruction and Curriculum. She has been teaching business education at a local high school for over 20 years. Teaching Microsoft Office has been her passion to prepare individuals for the real-world situations at college, professional, and personal levels. She has Industrial Certifications in Microsoft Word, Word Expert, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook and has certified over 150 students in the same Microsoft Industrial Certifications.
Date(s): | 4/9/2024 to 5/7/2024 |
Day/Times: | Tuesday 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM |
Location: | MCCTC |
Cost: | $120.00 |
Hours: | 15.00 |
Instructor: | Krista McConnahey |
Manage your accounting efficiently using QuickBooks Online. Learn to set up your company and chart of accounts. Record income and expenses, as well as, your assets and liabilities to ensure accurate financial reports. Sync your bank accounts with QuickBooks Online and reconcile to keep your account balances up to date.
Fall Date(s): | 9/23/24 – 10/30/24 |
Day/Times: | MW, 6p – 8p |
Location: | MCCTC |
Cost: | $275.00 |
Hours: | 24.00 |
Instructor: | Michelle Huffman |
Spring Date(s): | 3/3/25 – 4/9/25 |
Day/Times: | MW, 6p – 8p |
Location: | MCCTC |
Cost: | $275.00 |
Hours: | 24.00 |
Instructor: | Michelle Huffman |
Date(s): | 8/12/2024 to 8/28/2024 |
Day/Times: | Mon/Wed 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM |
Location: | MCCTC, Facility: Adult Career Center |
Cost: | 59.00 |
Hours: | 12.00 |
Instructor: | Mallory Gavalier |
Photography Basics for Beginners
Dive into your creative side behind the lens with Photography Basics for Beginners! Throughout the course you will discuss all of the essentials including camera settings & technicalities, composition, lighting and more. Whether you are looking to grow your business or want to learn how to take great photos just for fun, this course will leave you feeling comfortable and confident behind the camera.
About the Instructor
Mallory Gavalier is a wedding and lifestyle photographer based in Northeast Ohio. She received her first Nikon as a gift in middle school, and her love for photography has never stopped growing since. She is completely self-taught and knows how it feels to not know where to start. Photography is truly a passion of hers and she loves helping others become comfortable behind the camera.
Mallory is the Owner/ Photographer, & Graphic Designer at Mallory Leann Photo + Design LLC. Her vast experience includes Graphic Designer/Media Coordinator at Genesis Outdoor Advertising, Inc. and she was also a Junior Media & Marketing Coordinator Internship at Stambaugh Auditorium
You can find her work at malloryleann.com
11/4/2024 – 11/20/2024
Mon/Wed
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
$59.00
If you are an avid photographer and want to improve on your post-production, this course
is perfect for you! You will learn the ins and outs of Lightroom Classic, a little Photoshop,
and how to properly post-process your images.
Please note: This is an advanced course and is not designed for novice photographers.
Although not required, it is recommended that students take Mallory’s Photography
Basics for Beginners prior to entering this class.
Instructor Bio: Mallory Gavalier is a wedding and lifestyle photographer based in Northeast
Ohio. Photography is her passion and she loves helping others become comfortable
behind the camera. Find her on FB & IG @malloryleannphoto or view her website at
malloryleann.com
Date(s): | 9/3/2024 to 11/21/2024 |
Day/Times: | Tue/Thu 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM |
Location: | Virtual |
Cost: | 999.00 |
Hours: | 31.50 |
Instructor: | Katie Brown |
Date(s): | 3/4/2025 to 5/22/2025 |
Day/Times: | Tue/Thu 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM |
Location: | Virtual |
Cost: | 999.00 |
Hours: | 31.50 |
Instructor: | Katie Brown |
Live, Virtual Training! Pursuing your SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP credential makes you a recognized expert and leader in the HR field keeping you and your organization more competitive in today’s economy. Prepare for test-taking success by enrolling in this specially designed test prep course. This class will meet virtually and there will be short, out of class assignments.
About the instructor: Katie Brown is a degreed professional in Human Resource Management offering a 15 year HR career distinguished by proven expertise in human resource management, wellness, benefits, recruitment and retention, training and development, employee relations and performance management.
Are you working as a Medical Assistant or completed a medical assistant training program and now need to become a certified healthcare professional? Prepare for test-taking success with this exam prep class. Taught by an experienced instructor offering a comprehensive overview of key exam topics. Review practice test questions in a supportive learning environment. This accelerated program is your perfect opportunity to gain the edge you need to succeed.
Date(s): | 10/29/2024 to 11/14/2024 |
Day/Times: | Tue/Thu 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM |
Location: | MCCTC, Facility: Adult Career Center |
Cost: | 149.00 |
Hours: | 8.00 |
Instructor: | Jodi Coleman |
More information about this class…
Exam: November 21st @ 6PM, AMCA (American Medical Certification Association) Medical Assistant Certification (MAC) exam – Certification Exam Fee: $119(SEPERATE FEE).To enroll, you must submit a copy of your high school diploma, a Medical Assistant Certificate of completion or Medical Assistant Certification Qualification by Experience form completed by your employer within the past 5 years, or a SMART transcript or DD214 indicating formal medical service training in the USAF. Please contact our medical program coordinator for specific requirements prior to enrolling at 330-729-4100.
Date(s): | 2/25/2025 to 3/13/2025 |
Day/Times: | Tue/Thu 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM |
Location: | MCCTC, Facility: Adult Career Center |
Cost: | 149.00 |
Hours: | 8.00 |
Instructor: | Jodi Coleman |
Date(s): | 4/29/2025 to 5/15/2025 |
Day/Times: | Tue/Thu 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM |
Location: | MCCTC, Facility: Adult Career Center |
Cost: | 149.00 |
Hours: | 8.00 |
Instructor: | Jodi Coleman |
More information about this class…
Exam: May 22 @ 6PM, NCCT (National Center for Competency Testing) Medical Assistant Certification – Certification Exam Fee: $119 (SEPERATE FEE). To enroll, you must submit a copy of your high school diploma, a Medical Assistant Certificate of completion or Medical Assistant Certification Qualification by Experience form completed by your employer within the past 5 years, or a SMART transcript or DD214 indicating formal medical service training in the USAF. Please contact our medical program coordinator for specific requirements prior to enrolling at 330-729-4100.
Exam: $119 NCCT (National Center for Competency Testing) Medical Assistant Certification
Class cost: $149
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