Professional Development courses are designed for individuals looking to enhance their professional skills and include a wide variety of topic areas, the most common being leadership and management.
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| Industrial/Technical | Information Technology/Computer Applications | Safety |
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Professional Development Courses
Supervisory Leadership Series Courses
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If you would like to register multiple employees or would like us to invoice your company contact Amy Hammack at amy.hammack@indianhills.edu or call 641-683-5216.
Professional Development Courses
Our Professional Development Courses this fall are being offered on Zoom to help promote everyone’s continued safety. Instructor will be Russ Curry.
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Human Resources/Management Courses
Building Teams that Work - Online
Teams are becoming a staple in today’s workplace. In this course you’ll learn the components of a successful team and the stages of its development. You’ll master the skills you’ll need to effectively manage projects, make decisions, and solve problems in a team setting. Plus, you’ll have a chance to learn the pitfalls of unhealthy group interaction and minimize any of its effects on your team.
Date: This course starts about every 6 weeks, visit the registration site to find the next
available dates.
Time: Anytime
Location: Anywhere/Online
Tuition: $105.00
Registration: https://www.ed2go.com/ihcc and enter the course title in the search bar.
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Information Technology/Computer Applications Courses:
Introduction to Crystal Reports – Online
Want to “wow” people with your business reports? In this course, you’ll master the techniques the pros use to produce attractive, reader-friendly reports for any audience. Whether you are new Crystal Reports or want to enhance your skills, this course is ideal for you. By the time you’re done, you’ll be able to produce anything from a quick meeting handout to an elaborate annual report – and you’ll never be intimidated by report-writing tasks again!
This course was originally written for Crystal Reports 2008. Crystal Reports XI, Crystal Reports 2008, Crystal Reports 2011, or Crystal Reports 2013 are all acceptable for this course. Please make sure your software is installed and fully operation before the course begins.
Date: This course starts about every 6 weeks, visit the registration site to find the next
available dates.
Time: Anytime
Location: Anywhere/Online
Tuition - $115.00
Registration: https://www.ed2go.com/ihcc/ and enter the course title in the search bar.
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Introduction to Google Analytics - Online
In this course, you’ll learn to use Google Analytics to make the most of your online traffic. You’ll see how you can track not just the traffic to all of your online content, but also determine which content is the most appealing, where your visitors came from, what devices they used, how long they stayed, which links they clicked, and where they went when they left.
From setting up your Google Analytics account and getting the all-important code you’ll need to add to your website’s pages to begin tracking your visitors, you’ll learn everything you need to know to get everything you can from the data that Google Analytics provides.
Date: This course starts about every 6 weeks, visit the registration site to find the next
available dates.
Time: Anytime
Location: Anywhere/Online
Tuition - $115.00
Registration: https://www.ed2go.com/ihcc/ and enter the course title in the search bar.
MOS Prep Courses & Certification Testing - Online
These online training courses prepare participants to take the Microsoft Office Certification Exams. Each participant will be able to work through tutorials and practice exams at their own pace. Once you have registered for and access the course, you will have 50 days of access to the practice materials. At the end of that time, or earlier if you feel you are ready, you can contact the Continuing Education office to schedule your actual certification exam.
Students are allowed to take the certification exam one time as a part of the initial course fee. If you do not successfully pass the first time, each additional testing will cost $50. Exams will be proctored in the Advanced Technology Center on the main Ottumwa Campus and may be scheduled during the normal business week. Students passing the exam will receive a certification certificate from Microsoft, this is a recognized industry credential.
Students must have their own Microsoft Office software on their computer in order to take this course. As a portion of this course, you will be able to install the practice software, called GMetrix, on your machine. We strongly recommend you log-on to your computer using a different user profile when practicing with GMetrix. This will prevent any setting changes made in your Microsoft software during the practice tutorials from affecting your normal work.
Instructions to access the course through the Indian Hills online education portal will be emailed to you no later than 2 business days after registration. Students with current MyHills accounts may access the course through MyHills no later than 1 hour after online registration and payment is complete.
Date: Whenever you are ready
Time: Anytime
Location: Anywhere/Online
Tuition - $99.00
Registration: Call 641-683-5249 to register for any or the MOS Prep classes below.
Word 2013 - BUS*1406*201
Word 2016 - BUS*1406*202
Word Expert 2013 - BUS*1406*203
Word Expert 2016 - BUS*1406*204
Excel 2013 - BUS*1406*205
Excel 2016 - BUS*1406*206
Excel Expert 2013 - BUS*1406*207
Excel Expert 2016 - BUS*1406*208
Access 2013 - BUS*1406*209
Access 2016 - BUS*1406*2010
Outlook 2013 - BUS*1406*2011
Outlook 2016 - BUS*1406*2012
PowerPoint 2013 - BUS*1406*2013
PowerPoint 2016 - BUS*1406*2014
Industrial/Technical
Fundamentals of Photonics Institute
This Fundamentals of Photonics Institute will provide participants with basic photonics theory and concepts supported by hands-on laboratory activities, an overview of the photonics industry (including tours) and photonics related careers, and a review of photonics curriculum. Participants will learn about the characteristics of light and lasers. Each participant will receive a “Light & Optics Experiment Kit” (valued at $100) and a $500 travel stipend. Two recertification credits are available through GPAEA. This institute is co-sponsored by the Micro Nano Technology Education Center (NSF DUE #2000281) and the Developing Photonics Education project (NSF DUE #1800935).
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Arduino Microcontroller Workshop
This Arduino Microcontrollers Workshop will provide participants with basic microcontroller theory and operation, hands-on laboratory activities, and a review of Arduino curriculum. Participants will learn how to write and modify code for Arduinos, interface sensors and output devices, and build, test, and troubleshoot circuits. Each participant will receive a “Sparkfun Inventor’s Kit” (valued at $110) and a $500 stipend. One recertification credit is available through GPAEA. This workshop is co-sponsored by the Micro Nano Technology Education Center (NSF DUE #2000281).
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Math and Measurement for Manufacturing
Students in this course will review the proper way to read and use steel rules, micrometers and calipers. The majority of the course will be spent working on understanding fractions and decimals and how to convert measurements between the two. Students will practice adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing both fractions and decimals as well as learn how to reduce fractions and recognize equivalent fractions.
Date: TBD with your Schedule
Time: 4 Hours
Location: Your Location
Price: – $600 (plus mileage)
Instructor: IHCC Staff
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Basic Blueprint Reading for Manufacturing
In this course students will practice reading manufacturing blueprints. The instructor will cover: blueprint standards and terminology, how to interpret the information found on a blueprint and dimensioning.
Date: TBD with your Schedule
Time: 4 hours
Location: Your location
Price: – $600 (plus mileage)
Instructor: Jeff Long
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SolidWorks Essentials
SolidWorks is one of the most popular software design programs in the advanced manufacturing industry. This two day course will introduce students to the basic design concepts found in SolidWorks. Students will learn bout the functionality of the software as well as practice basic design concepts. This course is designed for students who have little to no SolidWorks experience.
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PLC Fundamentals
This course is designed for personnel needing to develop basic PLC knowledge in any industry. The topics covered will include hardware components, establishing communication to the PLC, uploading & downloading programs, online, offline and the different run models for a PLC. Basic PLC programming utilizing the Allen Bradley CompactLogix line will be introduced. Interpretation of ladder diagrams, addressing, file structure, and fundamental instruction sets will be covered along with basic troubleshooting of a PLC system.
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Safety
Fundamentals of Safety Certificate Series
This fall we will be introducing a new safety management series that we are offering in conjunction with the Iowa Illinois Safety Council. This series is designed for individuals who are responsible for managing or implementing safety programs at their place of employment. Because of the nature of how safety programs are structured, we recognize some employers may have many individuals involved in this process. For this reason, companies may purchase tickets for the safety series and then send whoever they would like to each of the individual sessions. If one person does complete all of the sessions, they will receive a certificate of completion for the program.
Day 1 – Introduction to OSHA and OSHA Required Recordkeeping
In this course participants will receive a basic overview of what OSHA’s history, what OSHA does and what companies fall under OSHA’s jurisdiction. We will also review companies’ responsibilities when it comes to OSHA safety requirements and also discuss what can happen if you are found not to be in compliance. Participants will also learn what types of incidents have required reporting and see examples of the forms that must be used and how and when to submit them.
Day 2 – Hazard Identification
Hazard identification is key to developing an effective safety program. In this course participants will learn about common hazards in the workplace and the appropriate way to identify them and mitigate risk. At least a portion of this course will be held offsite at a local facility where examples can be shown. (Specific location to be announced at the start of class.)
Day 3 – Job Safety Analysis
Take hazard mitigation a step further by learning how to perform a job safety analysis. OSHA describes this process as “a technique that focuses on job tasks as a way to identify hazards before they occur. It focuses on the relationship between the worker, the task, the tools, and the work environment.” You will learn how to develop and manage a JSA program in your workplace. You will also learn how to enlist participation from frontline employees, supervisors and upper management.
Day 4 – Develop a Comprehensive Training Plan
Keeping workers up-to-date on safety training is a never-ending task and one that can seem overwhelming if a structured plan is not in place. Learn what a comprehensive training plan that meets all federal and state requirements looks like, including what are the must have annual components, and what requirements are more industry or facility specific. Finally find out what resources are out there that can help you develop and keep your plan up-to-date.
Day 5 – Incident Investigation
If an incident does occur find out how to run an effective investigation. Incidents include near misses as well as incidents where someone or something is harmed. This course dives into the analysis of the incident to determine exactly what happened, including any root causes that may have been a contributing factor, and discuss the human relations issues that may happen after an incident has occurred. The goal of the course is to be able to use this information to prevent future accidents.
Day 6 – Introduction to Change Management
Introducing new procedures can be challenging, particularly if a more comprehensive training program represents a culture shift for your organization. Learn tips and tricks for rolling out new processes so that people are more likely to be accepting of the changes.
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General Industry OSHA (10 Hour)
This training program covers a standard OSHA curriculum and successful participants will receive a completion card from OSHA. The course focuses on how to identify, abate, avoid, and prevent job related hazards on a job site. Topics covered include: walking and working surfaces, exit routes, emergency action plans, fire prevention plans, fire protection, personal protective equipment and hazardous communication. Participants also learn about employer responsibilities and worker rights.
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Dave Humburg, Business Liaison
Jefferson, Keokuk, Mahaska, Monroe, Wapello Counties
Indian Hills Community College
Phone: (641) 683-5213 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 5213
Email: David.Humburg@indianhills.edu
Sarah Lind, Business Liaison
Appanoose, Davis, Lucas, Van Buren & Wayne Counties
Indian Hills Community College
Phone: (641) 683-2143 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 2209
Email: Sarah.Lind@indianhills.edu
Continuing Education Course Refund Policy:
In order to qualify for a refund, you must cancel your registration at least 3 business days prior to course start. If you have not prepaid for the class, charges will be assessed to your account if you do not cancel within the required timeframe or if you do not show up for the class you will be charged. Exceptions will be made only in extreme circumstances. To cancel a registration, call us at 1-800-346-4413.