This introductory course is designed for individuals who are new to Microsoft Word or want to strengthen their foundational skills. Participants will learn how to create, edit, and format professional-looking documents with ease. Key topics include:

-Navigating the Word interface and ribbon

-Creating and saving documents

-Formatting text and paragraphs (fonts, alignment, spacing)

-Using bullet points, numbering, and indentation

-Inserting images, tables, and simple graphics

-Setting margins, line spacing, and page layout options

-Proofing tools like spell check and word count

-Printing and sharing documents

By the end of the class, participants will be comfortable using Microsoft Word to produce letters, resumes, flyers, and other basic documents with confidence

This two-part class will be held on Tuesday, October 27 and Thursday, October 29, 2026, from 4p-7p at the Corry Higher Education Council. The cost to register is $50. To register for the class, please visit the Corry Hi-Ed website at www.corryhied.org or call 814-664-9405. 

In this two-hour workshop, students who have already completed Podcasting 101 (or have equivalent basic experience) will build on their foundational skills to create professional-quality podcasts that stand out and grow an audience. You’ll dive deeper into post-production, audience engagement, and long-term success strategies while continuing to produce hands-on content.

Required materials: students need to bring in their personal laptops, microphones and web cam (laptops with built in cameras and microphones are preferred).

This two-hour workshop will be held Tuesday, November 3, 2026, from 5:30p-7:30p at the Corry Higher Education Council. The cost to attend is $30. To register, please visit www.corryhied.org or call 814-664-9405.

Presented by PA CareerLink. The purpose of this workshop is to learn about unhealthy versus healthy workplace communication styles and techniques, as well as practice methods to overcome conflict for the betterment of yourself and your working relationships.

This free workshop will be held Thursday, November 5, 2026, from 1:30p-2:30p at the Corry Higher Education Council. Registration is required by www.corryhied.org or by calling 814-664-9405.

This two-part introductory course is designed for individuals with little to no prior experience with Microsoft Excel. Participants will learn the fundamental skills necessary to create, edit, format, and manage spreadsheets efficiently. The class covers key features including:

-Navigating the Excel interface and understanding workbook structure

-Entering and organizing data in worksheets

-Basic formulas and functions (SUM, AVERAGE, COUNT, etc.)

-Formatting cells for readability (fonts, colors, borders, number formats)

-Using basic charts and visualizations

-Sorting and filtering data

-Saving, printing, and sharing workbooks

Through guided instruction and hands-on exercises, students will gain confidence in using Excel for everyday tasks, whether for personal use, education, or professional settings.

This two-part class will be held on Tuesday, November 10 and Thursday, November 12, 2026, from 4:00p-7:00p at the Corry Higher Education Council. The cost to register is $50. To register for the class, please visit the Corry Hi-Ed website at www.corryhied.org or call 814-664-9405. 

Presented by PA CareerLink. Discover how to apply the S.T.A.R. Method to effectively answer behavioral interview questions and stand out in interviews. S.T.A.R. - situation, task, action, and result.

This free workshop will be held Thursday, December 3, 2026, from 1:30p-2:30p at the Corry Higher Education Council. Registration is required by www.corryhied.org or by calling 814-664-9405.