Course Schedule

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• Computer Courses (Microsoft Office, Intro to Windows, etc.)
• Personal Enrichment (First Aid, CPR, etc.)
• Technical Courses (Defensive Driving, Drivers’ Ed, CDL, Forklift, etc.)

           

 

 

LEADERSHIP SERIES

Leadership Overview

July 14, 2015 - Tues - 8am - 12:00 pm - Griffin Campus

Call 770-228-7364 to register

$75

Peer Yesterday, Leader Today

July 21, 2015 - Tues - 8 am - 12:00 pm - Griffin Campus

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$75

Effective Delegation

July 28, 2015 - Tues - 8am - 12:00 pm - Griffin Campus

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$75

 

Conflict Resolution for Leaders

August 4, 2015 - Tues - 8am - 12:00 pm - Griffin Campus

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$75

Communication Skills for Leaders

August 18, 2015 - Tues - 8am - 12:00 pm - Griffin Campus

Call 770-228-7364 to register

$75

Coaching in Action

August 25, 2015 - Tues - 8am - 12:00 pm - Griffin Campus

Call 770-228-7364 to register

$75

 

New Dates for Driver's Education

(State Approved Joshua's Law Course)

This class is for 15 & 16 year old drivers to meet the requirements

for Joshus's Law

36-Hour

Classroom and Behind the Wheel

Cost:  $350

Call for more info.

706.646.6151

(Go to the Bottom of the page for dates)

 

Computer Courses

 

Excel Level I

• spreadsheet design and formatting
• entering and editing data
• modifying a worksheet
• entering and editing formulas
• using basic function statements
• formatting
• creating charts
• managing large workbooks

• 6-hour course, $99

-For more info, call the Community Education Office at the Griffin Campus at (770) 228-7364

 

Excel Level II

 

• using multiple worksheets and workbooks
• advanced formatting
• outlining and subtotaling
• cell and range naming
• protecting a worksheet
• templates
• PivotTables

• 6-hour course, $99

-For more info, call the Community Education Office at the Griffin Campus at (770) 228-7364

 

Excel Level III

 

• logical and statistical functions
• financial and date functions
• analytical tools
• macros, lookups and data tables
• validation & exchanging data with other programs
• 6-hour course, $99

 

Computer Basics

 

• Introduction to computer terms
• How to navigate a computer
• Equipment
• Saving your files
• Limited exposure to operating systems, spreadsheets, word processing as well as the internet
• 6-hour course, $65

 

PowerPoint

 

• Learn to build a presentation
• Formatting slides
• Tables & Graphs
• Templates & Themes
• 6-hour course, $99

 

Word Level I

 

• learn to use tools to help design a professional document
• type a document and manipulate text
• 6-hour course, $99

-For more info, call the Community Education Office at the Griffin Campus at (770) 228-7364

 

Word Level II

 

• learn to use graphics and other "visual aids" within documents
• advanced formatting options, working with headers, footers and columns, using styles
• creating and formatting tables
• using charts, diagrams and organization charts
• 6-hour course, $99

-For more info, call the Community Education Office at the Griffin Campus at (770) 228-7364

 

 

Personal Enrichment

 

   Adult CPR, First Aid & AED Certification Course

 

This training will provide you with vital knowledge and skills you will need to respond in a life-threating situation with confidence.

This flexible course will help employers meet OSHA and other federal and state regulatory requirements for training employees in how to respond and care for medical emergencies at work.

Students will practice essential skills in small groups and can also apply the learned skills in optional scenario-based situations. Participant's will receive a workbook and upon completion of the course, will receive a certification card that is good for two years.

For more info, call the Community Development Center, 115 East Main Street, Thomaston,

706-646-6151 or the Community Services Center, 501 Varsity Road, Griffin, 770-228-7364.

 

 

Ed2go Online Courses

Over 250 courses available -  visit www.ed2go.com/sctech or Click for more details.

 

Technical Courses

CDL Prep

 

Need a refresher before taking the exam? Come get hands on training for pre-trip inspection of all items using Section 11 of the Georgia Commercial Driver's Manual.  Students will be introduced to the six basic control skill exercises and practice each one.

This course does not teach you how to drive. 

Class “A” or "B" permit and a D.O.T. health card if required.  The Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Road Skills Test is scheduled when the training is complete. 12-hour course, $350

-For more info, call 770-229-3218

Commercial Truck Driving Class A - Refresher Course

If you have been out of work or haven't driven in awhile, this class will help you get back in the

driver’s seat. Come and sharpen the skills needed to be a Commercial Truck Driver. Current Commercial Drivers License required. 48-hour course, $750

-For more info, call 770-229-3218

 

Defensive Driving for Insurance Reduction

National Safety Council Defensive Driving Course

• Insurance Reduction

Approved for Mandatory 10% reduction in insurance with no prior traffic violations or fault claims

Cost $35 - 6-hour course

For more info, call the

Community Development Center,

115 East Main Street, Thomaston

(706) 646-6151.

 

 

 

Driver's Education

Complies with Requirements for "Joshua's Law" for 15 and 16 year old drivers.

• Achieve “State-Mandated” Training for Driver’s License for 15 & 16 year olds
• Learn to Cope with Stressful Driving Situations
• Learn Defensive Driving Techniques
• Qualify for Auto Insurance Discounts 
• Class Includes Georgia Department of Driver Services-Approved Defensive Driving Course

• 36–hour state-approved course includes the mandated 30 classroom hours + 6 hours behind-the-wheel driving (this includes closed course and road/highway driving)
• All applicants must have a valid Georgia Learner’s Permit by the first day of class. Successful completion of this course satisfies Joshua's Law Requirement and will qualify the student for an Insurance discount (restrictions apply).

                                                                                                    Registration Form

Cost: $350.00                                                                     

Pre-registration and payment required! Cash, Money Orders, and Credit Cards accepted.

(No Checks) Payment is due within two weeks of the start date of the class.

Call SCTC – Economic Development – at the Flint River Campus at (706) 646-6151.

Address:  1533 Hwy 19 South, Thomaston, Georgia 30286

 

Level IA Soil and Erosion Recertification

     

This course is designed to provide recertification for attendees wishing to maintain their Georgia certification for Level 1A, providing a practical, interactive classroom environment that allows the attendee to become knowledgeable of the US-EPA, GA-EPD requirements, new permit changes, and state waters requirements, as well as the resources and methods available to be in compliance with the local land disturbance permit.

Topics Covered:

• Legislative Updates
• Storm Water and Stream Buffers
• Common Issues on Sites
• Enforcement examples

There will be no exam for recertification. 

Call the Community Development Center at the

Flint River Campus at (706) 646-6151 or (706) 646-6161.

We also have Flagger Training, Work Zone Traffic Control - Call for more information - 770-467-6072

 

Forklift Safety and Certification

 

This OSHA compliant course is designed for individuals needing to learn or update skills for operating a forklift. It includes classroom instruction and supervised hands-on operation of a forklift. 14-hour course, $175

-For more info, call the Community Services Center on the Griffin Campus at 770-229-3218 .

 

 

 

 

OSHA 10-Hour

Topic inclde the following and more!                        

• Introduction to OSHA
  
• OSH Act
  
• General Duty Clause
  
• Employer and Employee Rights & Responsibilities
  
• Whistleblower Rights
  
• Recordkeeping basics
  
• Inspections
  
• Citations
  
• Penalties
  
• Value of Safety and Health
  
• OSHA Website and Available Resources
  
• OSHA 1-800 Number
  
• Walking and Working Surfaces
  
• Exit Routes
  
• Emergency Action Plans
  
• Fire Prevention Plans
  
• Fire Protection,
  
• Subpart(s) E & L
  
• Electrical, Subpart S
  
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
  
• Hazard Communication

Cost: $300 per person

For More info, call the Griffin Campus at (770) 228-7364 or the Flint River Campus at (706) 646-6151.

OSHA 30-Hour

 

Topic include the following and more!

• Introduction to OSHA
• Walking and Working Surfaces - including fall protection, Subpart D
• Exit Routes, Emergency Action Plans, Fire Prevention Plans, and Fire Protection, Subparts E & L
• Electrical, Subpart S
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Subpart I
• Materials Handling, Subpart N
• Hazard Communication, Subpart Z

Cost: $600 per person

For more info, call the Griffin Campus at (770) 228-7364

                                                                            

 

Plumbing Recertification          

This course is for all plumbers that need

recertification. Snacks are provided and included in the cost.

4-hour course, $75

For more info, call the Community Development Center. at the Flint River Campus at (706) 646-6151.

Office Safety, Workplace Violence          

This course is for all levels of employees!

3-hour course, $50

For more info, call the Griffin Campus at (770) 228-7364