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Quickbooks - Level II
with Jim Embrey
Certified CPA Jim Embrey of Kersey & Associates, PC in Warren, PA will take your basic knowledge of QuickBooks to the next level in this Level II class. After a brief review of Level I, you will be introduced to the difference between cash versus accrual basis accounting and recognizing Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable. Become proficient at creating invoices, receiving payments, entering, and paying bills and sales tax. (Completion of Level I class is not a prerequisite; basic working knowledge of QuickBooks is required to register for this class.) This one-day course will be offered on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. at the Corry Higher Education Council. The cost is $95. Register online at www.corryhied.org or call 814-664-9405.
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PA CareerLink - Career Assessment: Traitify
with Matt McLaughlin
This workshop is a structured program designed to help individuals gain insights into their interests and values, guiding them towards informed career choices through self-reflection, exploration of potential professions, and personalized guidance.
This free workshop will be held at the Corry Higher Education Council on Thursday, November 7, 2024, from 1p-2p. To register, please visit www.corryhied.org or call 814-664-9405.
Master Homeowner - Home Electrical Basics
Brought to you by the Erie County Land Bank, Impact Corry, and the Corry Higher Education Council, register for a unique education program creating successful homeowners. The Master Homeowner classes is a series of 9 classes held weekly on Thursdays (no classes October 10 or October 31) starting Thursday, September 12, 2024, through Thursday, November 21, 2024, at the Corry Higher Education Council. The class is intended for senior citizens with deteriorating homes, first-time homebuyers, and homeowners interested in basic DIY skills.
Class Seven: Home Electrical Basics. Homeowners learn the functions of a basic residential electrical system. This class teaches practical electrical safety, energy usage in the home and how to hire an electrician if one is needed.
Date: Thursday, November 07, 2024
Time: 6p – 8p
Cost: Individual class cost is $20.00 per class or sign up for all nine classes for $135 – a savings of $65! To register for all nine classes at once, please use the registration option, “All Courses.”
*Refreshments will be provided.
NWIRC - Blueprint Reading and GD&T
with Gregory Anderson
The focus of this course is to strengthen the blueprint and schematic reading skills of shop personnel, operators, engineers, and managers. The course is designed to help those who are using blueprints and/or schematics to make decisions and to help solve problems as well as prepare participants to be able to effectively read and interpret technical drawings. Participants will apply the principles to hands-on exercises to reinforce the learning. This is a foundational course that will prepare participants for advanced learning in Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) as well as Statistical Process Control (SPC) topics. All participants are required to bring in sample blueprints and drawings as well as parts and gauges. Additionally, the instructor will supply blueprints and drawings for classroom discussion.
Learning Targets:
- How to read and interpret the standard type mechanical engineering drawing
- How to interpret technical data on the drawings such as part numbers, drawing scale, revisions, notes and dimensions
- How to analyze and demonstrate the purpose of lines and their distinct definition
- How to interpret and demonstrate the purpose of symbols, abbreviations and dimensional values found on engineering drawings
- How to read the various types of measuring instruments such as architectural, mechanical scale, and a steel rule
- How to interpret bill of materials and/or parts lists
- The different types of views, examples include front, top, side, and section cuts
- Prepare participants for advanced discussions in GD&T.
The training will be held on Thursday, November 14, 2024, at the Corry Hi-Ed from 8:30a-4:30p (lunch will be provided). The cost to register is $399.00. To register, please visit www.nwirc.org/events.
Master Homeowner - Home & Neighborhood Safety
Brought to you by the Erie County Land Bank, Impact Corry, and the Corry Higher Education Council, register for a unique education program creating successful homeowners. The Master Homeowner classes is a series of 9 classes held weekly on Thursdays (no classes October 10 or October 31) starting Thursday, September 12, 2024, through Thursday, November 21, 2024, at the Corry Higher Education Council. The class is intended for senior citizens with deteriorating homes, first-time homebuyers, and homeowners interested in basic DIY skills.
Class Eight: Home & Neighborhood Safety. Homeowners learn to identify potential threats to their property and learn the best practices in reporting and deterring security risks.
Date: Thursday, November 14, 2024
Time: 6p – 8p
Cost: Individual class cost is $20.00 per class or sign up for all nine classes for $135 – a savings of $65! To register for all nine classes at once, please use the registration option, “All Courses.”
*Refreshments will be provided.
So, You Want to be a Beekeeper...
with Kenneth Armagost
So, you want to “bee” a beekeeper, but you’re not sure where to start? Join the Corry Hi-Ed and bee farmer, Kenneth Armagost of Ken’s Bees as he details how to start your apiary journey. The presentation will be held on Monday, November 18, 2024, from 5p-7p at the Corry Higher Education Council. To register for the free workshop, please visit www.corryhied.org or call 814-664-9405.
PLCB-Owner/Manager Training
with Sheryl Laffey
Owner/Manager Training is offered and required by the PA Liquor Control Board as part of the Responsible Alcohol Management Program (RAMP), which focuses on those individuals most responsible for determining daily operations and policies of the licensed establishment — the owner and manager. Complete training requirements and licensing information can be found on lcb.pa.gov. This local training session will be offered on Thursday, November 21 from 8:45 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at the Corry Higher Education Council. All sessions are free and require registration on the PLCB website at https://www.lcb.pa.gov
Master Homeowner - Neighborhood Relations
Brought to you by the Erie County Land Bank, Impact Corry, and the Corry Higher Education Council, register for a unique education program creating successful homeowners. The Master Homeowner classes is a series of 9 classes held weekly on Thursdays (no classes October 10 or October 31) starting Thursday, September 12, 2024, through Thursday, November 21, 2024, at the Corry Higher Education Council. The class is intended for senior citizens with deteriorating homes, first-time homebuyers, and homeowners interested in basic DIY skills.
Class Nine: Neighborhood Relations. Homeowners learn the importance of forming positive relationships with their close neighbors and the wider community, thus being empowered to improve their neighborhood.
Date: Thursday, November 14, 2024
Time: 6p – 8p
Cost: Individual class cost is $20.00 per class or sign up for all nine classes for $135 – a savings of $65! To register for all nine classes at once, please use the registration option, “All Courses.”
*Refreshments will be provided.