LMC offers specialized classes through Extended Education
Community members interested in life-long learning opportunities can enroll in several specialized classes throughout the Spring semester. Ìý
The Department of Extended Education includes customized training, workshops, workforce training, extracurricular activities, and general interest classes for non-degree-seeking students. Community members can explore new interests and learn new skills through these opportunities. Businesses can also partner with LMC to create customized employee training opportunities. Ìý
Classes are offered in short workshop formats or meet regularly at LMC’s Benton Harbor Campus, 2755 E. Napier Avenue, Benton Harbor; South Haven Campus, 125 Veterans Blvd., South Haven; or Allegan Tech Center, 2891 116th Ave., Allegan. Ìý
"Extended Education classes offer individuals the opportunity to learn a skill or gain knowledge in a short time," LMC Director, Extended Education Chad Dee said. "We want to offer our community members an alternative to a traditional 14-week commitment."Ìý
The following programs are being offered between January-March:Ìý
CDL-A TruckingÌýÌýÌý
Dates:ÌýMultiple dates available; 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday.ÌýLocation:ÌýSouth Haven Campus.ÌýCost:Ìý$4,900.Ìý
Concert ChoirÌýÌýÌýÌý
Dates:ÌýJan. 16-April 24; 7-9 p.m. Tuesday.ÌýLocation:ÌýBenton Harbor Campus.ÌýCost:Ìý$10.ÌýRegistration deadline:ÌýFeb. 13.ÌýÌý
Instrumental Chamber EnsembleÌýÌýÌý
Dates:ÌýJan. 16-April 19; 3-5 p.m. Tuesday, 9:15-11:25 a.m. Friday.ÌýLocation:ÌýBenton Harbor Campus.ÌýCost:Ìý$10.ÌýRegistration deadline:ÌýFeb. 13.ÌýÌý
Jazz BandÌýÌýÌý
Dates:ÌýJan. 16-April 24; 3:40-5:50 p.m. Wednesday.ÌýLocation:ÌýBenton Harbor Campus.ÌýCost:Ìý$10.ÌýRegistration deadline:ÌýFeb. 13.ÌýÌý
Conversational FrenchÌýÌýÌý
Dates:ÌýJan. 22-March 4; 5:30-7 p.m. Monday.ÌýLocation:ÌýBenton Harbor Campus.ÌýCost:Ìý$75.ÌýRegistration deadline:ÌýJan. 18.Ìý
Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) – Allegan Tech CenterÌý
Dates:ÌýJan. 30-March 15 or April 30-June 14; 5:30-9:30 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday.ÌýLocation:ÌýAllegan Tech Center.ÌýCost:Ìý$800.ÌýRegistration deadline:ÌýJan. 19 or April 19.Ìý
English as a Second LanguageÌýÌýÌý
Dates:ÌýFeb. 5-April 17; 6-7:30 p.m. Monday and Wednesday or Feb. 6-April 18; 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday.ÌýLocation:ÌýBenton Harbor Campus.ÌýCost:Ìý$150.ÌýRegistration deadline:ÌýJan. 29.Ìý
GenealogyÌý
Dates:ÌýFeb. 6-March 7; 1-3 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday.ÌýLocation:ÌýBenton Harbor Campus.ÌýCost:Ìý$150.ÌýRegistration deadline:ÌýFeb. 5.Ìý
Marine Maintenance TechnicianÌýÌýÌý
Dates:ÌýFeb. 2-March 22; days and times vary.ÌýLocation:ÌýVirtual via Macomb Community College and South Haven Campus for AED, CRP, First Aid Training & Final Assessment.ÌýCost:Ìý$5,500.ÌýRegistration deadline: Feb. 1.
Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) – South Haven CampusÌý
Dates:ÌýMarch 19-May 3; 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday.ÌýLocation:ÌýSouth Haven Campus.ÌýCost:Ìý$800.ÌýRegistration deadline:ÌýMarch 8Ìý
Little Red Hawk Volleyball CampÌýÌý
Dates:ÌýMarch 19, 26, April 9, and 16; 4-5:30 p.m. (3rd-4thÌýgrade), 5:30-7 p.m. (5th-6thÌýgrade), Tuesday.ÌýLocation:ÌýBenton Harbor Campus.ÌýCost:Ìý$65.ÌýRegistration deadline:ÌýMarch 19.Ìý
Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider – CPR TrainingÌýÌý
Date:ÌýApril 3; 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesday or April 20; 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday.ÌýLocation:ÌýBenton Harbor Campus.ÌýCost:Ìý$50.ÌýRegistration deadline:ÌýMarch 27, April 13.Ìý
To register visitÌýlakemichigancollege.edu/community-ed. For more information, contact Chad Dee at 269-927-4851 orÌýExtendedEd@lakemichigancollege.edu.Ìý
