Workforce Education is a program of non-credit, fee-based courses and activities designed to serve individuals with educational goals that do not require college credit. Continuing Education offers workforce and personal enrichment courses in a variety of areas, including business, computers, career and professional training, information technology and professional development, languages and fitness and health.
| Number | Course | Description | Hours | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LG-100-01 | Conversational Spanish |
Mon, 04/23/2018 to Thu, 04/26/2018
AWC Downtown Center - 1351 S. Redondo Center Dr *Monday - Thursday, 6:30-8:30pm* Learn basic vocabulary and grammar, with an emphasis on the meaningful use of the language. Understand Spanish idioms and other phrases which do not translate directly. |
2 | 8 |
| WR-100-01 | Grammar, Proofreading, & Other Tips |
Mon, 04/23/2018
AWC Downtown Center - 1351 S. Redondo Center Dr English grammar is the way in which meanings are encoded into words. This includes the structure of phrases, clauses, and sentences. This class will cover: Common grammar mistakes and how to avoid them, helpful proofreading tricks, other tips to improve your writing skills. |
2 | 2 |
| BH-100-01 | BHS: Memory & Cognition |
Wed, 04/25/2018
AWC Downtown Center - 1351 S. Redondo Center Dr *Wednesday, 9:00-11:00am* This half day workshop will cover the different types of memory, steps to create and retrieve memories, and how memory and cognition work together to form our understanding of the world around us. |
2 | 2 |
| HI-100-02 | GED- Estudios Sociales |
Tue, 05/01/2018 to Thu, 05/24/2018
AWC San Luis Learning Center - 1340 N. 8th Ave * Martes y jueves, 5:00-8:00pm* Se ofrecerá una clase para cada materia como preparación para tomar el nuevo examen de GED en español. También podrá reafirmar los conocimientos que ayudan con el desarrollo profesional o el enriquecimiento personal. Cada clase consistirá de 24 horas de preparación en español.Habrá un costo adicional por examen en cada materia. |
3 | 24 |
| HI-100-03 | GED- Lengua y literatura |
Fri, 05/04/2018 to Sat, 05/26/2018
AWC San Luis Leaning Center - 1340 N. 8th Ave *Viernes y sabado, 9:00am-12:00pm* Se ofrecerá una clase para cada materia como preparación para tomar el nuevo examen de GED en español. También podrá reafirmar los conocimientos que ayudan con el desarrollo profesional o el enriquecimiento personal. Cada clase consistirá de 24 horas de preparación en español.Habrá un costo adicional por examen en cada materia. |
3 | 24 |
| CO-100-02 | Excel (Introduction) |
Fri, 05/11/2018
AWC Downtown Center - 1351 S. Redondo Center Dr *Friday, 9:00am-4:00pm* Create basic worksheets. Perform calculations. Modify the worksheets appearance. Manage entire workbooks. And more! |
6 | 6 |
| WR-100-02 | Grant Writing Basics |
Thu, 05/17/2018
AWC Downtown Center - 1351 S. Redondo Center Dr *Thursday 1:00-4:00pm* Practical and effective tips for seeking funding through grants. |
3 | 3 |
| CO-100-03 | Excel (Intermediate) |
Fri, 05/18/2018
AWC Downtown Center - 1351 S. Redondo Center Dr *Friday, 9:00am-4:00pm* Create charts and tables, learn handy tips, tricks, and shortcuts, write and utilize formulas, create shared workbooks, and more! |
6 | 6 |
| PE-100-03 | Kendo (Summer) |
Sat, 05/19/2018 to Sat, 07/21/2018
AWC Gym 115 - 2020 S. Avenue 8E *Saturdays, 9:00-10:30am* Interested in a unique Japanese martial art? Kendo, "Way of the Sword", is a very traditional and immensely popular sport in Japan. This martial art of Samurai origin will develop the technical and mental skills associated with this Japanese philosophy. The focus of the course will be on the basic skills associated within the discipline of Kendo. Emphasis will be placed on physical conditioning, mental discipline, and self-awareness. This is a fun course and people of all fitness levels are welcome. |
1.5 | 15 |
| LG-100-02 | Conversacion Americana Para Principiantes |
Sat, 05/19/2018 to Sat, 05/26/2018
AWC Downtown Center - 1351 S. Redondo Center Dr *Sabado(19 y 26 de Mayo), 9:00am-1:00pm* Aprenda vocabulario básico y gramática, con un empasis sobre el uso significativo de la lengua. Comprenda idiomas ingleses y otras frases que no se traducen directamente. |
4 | 8 |
| Au-100-01 | Carburetor Fundamentals |
Mon, 05/21/2018 to Thu, 05/24/2018
AWC Yuma Campus Room T-111 (2020 S. Avenue 8E) *Mon-Thur, 6:00-8:00pm* The objective of this seminar is to introduce students to the basic operation of carburetors. Emphasis will be placed upon vacuum and air flow (venturi) principles; understanding the 7 circuits of a carburetor; teardown and tracing of the carburetor circuits. For more information, please see the course flyer. |
2 | 8 |
| BS-100-01 | ECS: Team Building |
Wed, 05/30/2018
AWC Downtown Center - 1351 S. Redondo Center Dr *Wednesday, 5:30-8:30pm* THIS WORKSHOP IS PART OF OUR EXCEPTIONAL CUSTOMER SERVICE SERIES When employees come together as a team, the end result is even greater success. This course will instruct participants in the philosophy of CARE: Communication, Ability, Results, and Esprit de Corps. These techniques will help your team create synergy, set goals, and cultivate accountability. |
3 | 3 |
| YW-100-01 | Basketball Camp (Parker) |
Mon, 06/11/2018 to Wed, 06/27/2018
AWC Parker Learning Center - 1109 S. Geronimo Ave *Mondays & Wednesdays, time determined by grade* Open to students entering 1st-8th grade. Athletes will learn the basic fundamentals of basketball. See the camp flyer for more information. |
1.5 | 9 |
| YW-100-02 | CTE & Math Readiness Camp (Session 1) |
Tue, 06/12/2018 to Thu, 06/14/2018
AWC Yuma Campus - 2020 S. Avenue 8E *Tuesday - Thursday* REGISTRATION OPENS 4/24/18. REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT DUE NO LATER THAN 6/5/18. See course flyer for times. This three day CTE & Mathematics readiness camp will focus on course content with two free placement tests. Day one will have a placement test with an opportunity to retake the placement on day three. Each session has a maximum class size of 25 students. Students MUST be 15 years or older. 3 sessions available, refer to list for other camp dates. |
5.25 | 15.75 |
| CO-100-04 | Excel (Advanced) |
Fri, 06/15/2018
AWC Downtown Center - 1351 S. Redondo Center Dr *Friday, 9:00am-4:00pm* In this workshop, students that have moderate Excel experience will learn to utilize their skills to the get the most out of the program. {Advanced formulas, dynamic charts, utilizing slicers, understanding VBA, and more!} |
6 | 6 |
| YW-100-03 | CTE & Math Readiness Camp (Session 2) |
Tue, 06/19/2018 to Fri, 06/22/2018
AWC Yuma Campus - 2020 S Avenue 8E *Tuesday - Thursday* REGISTRATION OPENS 4/24/18. REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT DUE NO LATER THAN 6/5/18. See course flyer for times. This three day CTE & Mathematics readiness camp will focus on course content with two free placement tests. Day one will have a placement test with an opportunity to retake the placement on day three. Each session has a maximum class size of 25 students. Students MUST be 15 years or older. 3 sessions available, refer to list for other camp dates. |
5.25 | 15.75 |
| PE-100-05 | Tai Chi (Quartzsite) |
Tue, 06/19/2018 to Thu, 07/12/2018
AWC Quartzsite Learning Center - 695 N. Kofa Ave *Two 8:00-9:00am sessions available. Please specify whether you would like to register for Tuesdays, Thursdays, or both.* Tai Chi, (Tie-chee) is a slow-motion, low-impact, weight-bearing and aerobic, yet relaxing exercise. It began as a martial art in China. Tai Chi has gained enormous popularity in America and throughout the rest of the world for its health benefits for body and mind. Harvard University is calling it, “Medicine in Motion”. Some of the benefits include improved range of motion and better balance, reduced pain and stiffness, enhanced sleep, increased immunity. |
1 | 4 |
| PE-100-04 | Yoga (Quartzsite) |
Tue, 06/19/2018 to Thu, 07/12/2018
AWC Quartzsite Learning Center - 695 N. Kofa Ave *Two 5:00-6:00pm sessions available, please specify whether you would like register for Tuesdays, Thursdays, or both.* Yoga according to the dictionary is a Hindu spiritual and ascetic discipline, a part of which, including breath control, simple meditation, and the adoption of specific bodily postures, is widely practiced for health and relaxation. Please join us for the opportunity to improve your health. |
1 | 4 |
| YW-100-04 | CTE & Math Readiness Camp (Session 3) |
Tue, 06/26/2018 to Thu, 06/28/2018
AWC Yuma Campus - 2020 S. Avenue 8E *Tuesday - Thursday* REGISTRATION OPENS 4/24/18. REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT DUE NO LATER THAN 6/5/18. See course flyer for times. This three day CTE & Mathematics readiness camp will focus on course content with two free placement tests. Day one will have a placement test with an opportunity to retake the placement on day three. Each session has a maximum class size of 25 students. Students MUST be 15 years or older. 3 sessions available, refer to list for other camp dates. |
5.25 | 15.75 |
| HI-100-01 | Brush up on: Reading Comprehension |
Wed, 06/27/2018
AWC Downtown Center - 1351 S. Redondo Center Dr *Wednesday, 1:00-3:00pm* Whether its been a few years since your last literature class, or you just want some extra practice before an exam, our reading comprehension workshop is a great place to brush up on your skills. |
2 | 2 |