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CELEBRATING FIFTY AMBITIOUS YEARS
1970-2020
CONTINUING EDUCATION
Summer 2021 June-August
CELEBRATING FIFTY AMBITIOUS YEARS
1970-2020
CELEBRATING FIFTY AMBITIOUS YEARS
1970-2020
Westmoreland Friends,
The Continuing Education Team at Westmoreland is excited to offer you
opportunities to learn, grow and enjoy activities for Summer 2021. You can
choose the class format that works best for you:
• IN-PERSON – Classes will be held in a classroom.
• ONLINE – Classes will have start and end dates, and you can access the
class content at your leisure.
• REMOTE –Classes will use Zoom and be live. You will be able to interact
with the instructor and fellow students during class time.
To ensure your safety and that of our faculty/instructors/staff, for in-person
classes, please follow the CDC guidelines, wear a mask and practice social
distancing. We also ask that you review the Westmoreland Operating Plan on
the college website prior to attending class.
If you have attended class and then tested positive for COVID 19 or have been
exposed to anyone who has tested positive for COVID 19, please:
• Do not return to class
• Contact Dr. Sydney Beeler, vice president/Enrollment Management, at
vpenrollmentmanagement@westmoreland.edu for next steps, which may
include getting tested for COVID or self-quarantining
• Check for symptoms and utilize the CDC’s Self Checker to assist in making
medical care
For more information, contact the Information Center at 724.925.4000 or
infocenter@westmoreland.edu.
Class formats are subject to change and new classes may be added. Please
check the college website at westmoreland.edu/coned for updates and
provide your email address when registering for a class.
Thank you for considering Westmoreland County Community College. New
ideas for classes are always welcome.
STAY SAFE AND HEALTHY.
Dr. Sydney Beeler
Vice President/Enrollment Management
COLLEGE’S OPERATING PLAN DURING COVID-19
Please review the plan on the college’s website
prior to attending class at westmoreland.edu.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
CLUB WESTLY......................................................................................... page 4
BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT.................................... page 9
PERSONAL ENRICHMENT
Arts & Crafts......................................................................................... page 13
Fitness/Health...................................................................................... page 13
Food..................................................................................................... page 15
Law & Money........................................................................................ page 16
Personal Interest.................................................................................. page 17
COMPUTERS............................................................................................ page 23
HEALTH CARE & EMERGENCY SERVICES
Nurse Aide........................................................................................... page 26
EMT...................................................................................................... page 26
American Heart Association Courses.................................................. page 26
PUBLIC SAFETY
Firefighter............................................................................................. page 29
Law Enforcement................................................................................. page 29
COLLEGE FOR KIDS................................................................................. page 30
SUMMER CAMPS
Camps................................................................................................... page 32
Career Education & Exploration.......................................................... page 33
Sports Camps/Clinics........................................................................... page 37
REGISTRATION & INFORMATION
How to Register................................................................................... page 39
Refund Policy........................................................................................ page 39
Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
Continuing Education Units (CEUs) are awarded to a student at the rate of 1 CEU
for every 10 hours of contact. The CEU is a nationally recognized unit of measure to
record an individual’s continuing education. CEUs do not correlate to college credit
classes. The college maintains student records of CEU accomplishments and copies
are available through the Records Department.
Notice of Nondiscrimination
Westmoreland County Community College will not discriminate in its educational programs, activities or employment practices
based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, ancestry or any other legally protected classification. Announce-
ment of this policy is in accordance with state law including the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act and with federal law, including
Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 503 and 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Inquiries should be
directed to the Affirmative Action Officer (presently Sylvia Detar) at 724.925.4190 or in Room 353D, Student Achievement Center,
Youngwood, PA 15697.
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CLUB WESTLY
YOUR PLACE FOR LIFELONG LEARNING
Lifelong learning has numerous benefits including increased confidence,
wider social connections, expanded possibilities in the workplace,
and healthier minds and bodies, just to name a few. Through Club
Westly, you can take a class to learn for leisure, to stay relevant in the
workplace, to keep your mind sharp or simply to fight boredom!
Wines from Around the World
Broaden your knowledge of wine by joining us as we explore the foundations of different
wine types. Each month you will taste your way through two to three different worldwide
regions of the featured wine while discussing popular food pairings. Must be at least 21
to attend. Registration ends the Tuesday prior to class. Jill Kummer, wine educator,
$25 tuition + $10 material fee
Chenin Blanc (an underappreciated great summer wine) from Loire, France; South
Africa; & Washington State
PRDX 9037-50 Monday, June 7, 6-7 p.m.
Rosé (it’s not so sweet anymore) from Provence, France; Rheinhessen, Germany; &
New Zealand
PRDX 9037-51 Monday, July 12, 6-7 p.m.
Cool White Wines (wines you may not think about) - Vignonier, Rhone, France;
Sparkling Riesling, Germany; & Vinho Verde, Portugal
PRDX 9037-52 Monday, August 2, 6-7 p.m.
Wine: Putting the FUN in Fundamental I
Join us for this two-hour fun overview of wines, and impress your friends with your new
knowledge. We will discuss how wine is made, what makes a bad wine, wine regions of the
world, and the predominant grapes from each region, basic wine labeling and bottle shapes.
Jill Kummer, wine educator, $25 tuition
PRDX 9034-R50 Monday, June 21, 6-8 p.m.
I Denotes REMOTE Class
ENROLL EARLY! Decisions to hold a class are based upon
enrollment approximately one week prior to the start date.
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YOUR PLACE FOR LIFELONG LEARNING
Fun with Friends Professional
Bring your friends. Make some more. Development
Discover new interests. Expand your knowledge. Chase better
career prospects. Increase your earning
Edible & Medicinal Plants of power.
Pennsylvania
Discover the edible and medicinal plants Computers for Plus 50
and their uses that are local to Western using Windows 10
Pennsylvania as you take a two-hour walk A beginner class especially for those 50 and
on the Five Star Bike Trail. Please wear better that provides a hands-on, relaxed
appropriate foot wear. Class meets in a approach to computer learning for personal
classroom and will be held rain or shine. use or to develop job-related skills. Become
Lindsey Praksti, $15 tuition + $2 material fee familiar with the Windows 10 interface
MEDX 1764-50 Friday, June 18, and its basic capabilities, along with basic
10 a.m.-noon computer hardware and terminology,
file saving, file management, creating
Herbal Tea Blends documents, sending email, browsing the
Do you enjoy tea? Then join us for tips on Internet and sharing information between
making herbal tea and herbal tea blends applications and other users. Textbook will
for both taste and specific purposes such be purchased online. Instructions will be
as relaxation and de-stressing. Ellen Marsili, emailed to you. Bring flash drive to second
$15 tuition + $2 material fee class. $99 tuition + required textbook, 1.5
PHSX 3045-60 Monday, June 21, CEUs
9:30-11:30 a.m. DAPX 0916-50 Rick Martz
(Westmoreland-Latrobe) 5 Fridays starting
PHSX 3045-50 Friday, July 16, June 11, 9 a.m.-noon
9:30-11:30 a.m. DAPX 0916-90 David Good
5 Tuesdays starting
Gratitude & Mindfulness: June 15, 9 a.m. to noon
Building Blocks for a Peaceful Life (Westmoreland-Murrysville)
An attitude of gratitude combined with a DAPX 0916-30 David Good
five-minute mindfulness meditation practice 5 Thursdays starting
can create a peaceful state that can change June 17, 9 a.m. to noon
your body, mind and spirit. Join us to begin (Westmoreland-
your gratitude ritual. Linda Yarbrough, $15 New Kensington)
tuition DAPX 0916-60 Vicki Walker
PRDX 2619-50 Friday, August 20, 5 Mondays starting
9:30-11:30 a.m. July 12, 9 a.m. to noon
(Westmoreland-Latrobe)
I REMOTE – classes take place using Zoom and are live. You can
interact with the instructor. Registration ends three (3) business days
prior to start date.
Z ONLINE – classes have start and end dates, and you can access the
class content at your leisure.
To participate in remote or online classes, you need to have a PC/Laptop/
Tablet with Internet access. An invitation to join the class is sent to you via
email a couple of days prior to the class start date.
To register, call 724.925.4204 or 1.800.262.2103, ext. 4204.
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YOUR PLACE FOR LIFELONG LEARNING
Word Boot Camp I Personal Enrichment
Become familiar with the essential Word
working environment, including the Word Beginning Tai Chi
Start screen with BackStage View to A program of continuous, non-strenuous
manage and open your saved documents. movements designed to improve mental
Instruction will be provided on using the focus and concentration, relax and tone the
Word Interface, navigating and entering major joints in the body, increase energy
text using both the keyboard shortcuts, levels and build internal strength and
mouse and touch screen, personalizing tabs, suppleness. Wear comfortable clothes and
ribbons and the quick access toolbar, and shoes. Linda Vucelich, $29 tuition
using file explorer to locate files stored on MEDX 8018-50 4 Thursdays starting
your computer or Flash Drive. Create new June 3, 10-11 a.m.
documents and learn editing techniques
that you can use to change text, formats, Gentle Yoga
margins, styles, and insert bullets, numbers An introduction into yoga techniques
or tabs. Save documents in PDF or Word for those who haven’t exercised lately
older versions. Windows knowledge is or are limited in mobility. Learn to apply
required. Carol Shoemaker, $59 tuition + the principles of yoga to stimulate the
required textbook, .6 CEUs body into more flexibility, the mind into
DAPX 9226-R1 Friday, June 18, awareness and peace and to unlock the
9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. potentiality that is within all of us. Bring a
mat or towel to class. Hayley Dunhoff, $45
You receive a 1099, now what? tuition
Being in a self-employed position, such as PHSX 9485-50 8 Mondays starting
an Uber driver, and receiving a 1099 has June 7, 9-10 a.m.
different tax obligations than when you
receive a W-2. You are now responsible
to file and pay your own taxes. This class
will explain the different business taxes
and how to complete Schedule C for form
1040 tax filings. The advantages of forming
a Limited Liability Corporation (LLC) or S
Corporation for small business owners and
the process to apply for these statuses
will also be discussed. James Teague, $35
tuition, .4 CEUs
JREX 0457-01 Friday, June 25,
8 a.m.-noon
Financial Statements for
Non-Financial People
Financial management is one of the key
drivers for an organization’s success; Monarchs, Milkweed and You!
however, not every manager, supervisor or The Monarch butterfly population has
business owner has a good understanding declined about 80% in the last 20 years.
of financial statements or financial Steps are being taken to help save them
management. Join us to learn the basics from further decline. Patti Schildkamp,
of financial statements and the analysis of a Monarch enthusiast who has raised
the data to boost your financial proficiency. hundreds of Monarchs from egg stage to
Michelle Teague, $39 tuition, .4 CEUs maturity, will take you through the Monarch
JREX 2149-10 2 Tuesdays starting lifecycle, the critical role milkweed plays in
July 20, 6:00-8:30 p.m. their survival, their fall migration to Mexico,
and how you can make a difference. $10
tuition
NTRX 5328-01 Wednesday, June 16,
6-8 p.m.
I Denotes REMOTE Class
ENROLL EARLY! Decisions to hold a class are based upon
enrollment approximately one week prior to the start date.
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YOUR PLACE FOR LIFELONG LEARNING
Final Preparation Series
Pre-planning and getting your affairs in
order allows you to let your final wishes
be known and alleviates any hard
decisions your family will have to make
at an already difficult time.
Estate Planning
This class provides fundamental estate
planning strategies to help you reduce
costs/taxes and avoid the pitfalls that
commonly occur with simple estates.
Topics include: avoidance of probate,
Medicare reimbursement for nursing
homes and guardianship proceedings.
Attorney Eric Bononi, $10 tuition
FINX 1752-50 Monday, June 7, 6-7 p.m.
Wonders of Watercolor Basic Will Writing
Have you ever wanted to explore a new Step-by-step instructions will be provided.
creative avenue that’s as simple as grabbing You’ll leave with the knowledge to
a cup of water and a few brushes? Handling complete a basic will and, if desired, a
techniques of water color paints used living will and organ donor form. A basic
by artists and illustrators for centuries to will provides for general distribution of
create beautiful and whimsical works will property; names a guardian/trustee for
be demonstrated. You will experiment with children, if needed; names a personal
application techniques to create your own representative to administer the estate;
still-life painting. No painting experience and provides specific burial instructions,
necessary. Supply list will be emailed. if desired. Attorney Mary Ann Grec, $29
Registration closes one week prior to start tuition
date. Kyle Reidmiller, MFA, $45 tuition LAWX 5300-50 Monday, June 21,
RTSX 9032-01 3 Thursdays starting 5:30-9:30 p.m.
June 17, 6-9 p.m.
RTSX 9032-90 3 Tuesdays starting Funeral Pre-Planning:
July 13, Noon-3 p.m. Where to Start
(Westmoreland- Pre-planning a funeral can bring peace
Murrysville) for you and your family, but sometimes
it’s hard to know where to start. Take
part in this class to uncover the steps you
Medicare 101 I need to take to bring you and your family
Many decisions need to be made when
you become eligible for Medicare. To serenity in your final time. Leah Tapper,
assist you in making these informed funeral director, $10 tuition
decisions, information will be presented on PRDX 6752-50 Tuesday, July 6, 6-8 p.m.
Medicare benefits, Medicare Advantage Writing an Obituary
options, Medigap plans and the Medicare An obituary is a tribute to a person’s
prescription drug benefit. Information will life. Join us for guidance in writing
be presented by the APPRISE program your tribute. You will be encouraged to
which is a program of the Department compose an obituary that can be shared
of Aging. The program provides free with your family and friends to be used
information and counseling to anyone who as your final honor. Leah Tapper, funeral
is Medicare eligible. No tuition. director, $10 tuition
PRDX 5019-R50 Wednesday, June 16, PRDX 9108-50 Tuesday, July 13,
10 a.m.-noon 6-8 p.m.
PRDX 5019-R51 Tuesday, July 20, 5-7 p.m.
PRDX 5019-R52 Thursday, August 12,
3-5 p.m.
I Denotes REMOTE Class
To register, call 724.925.4204 or 1.800.262.2103, ext. 4204.
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YOUR PLACE FOR LIFELONG LEARNING
Intergenerational Classes
Make memories with a child in your life while learning something new. One adult per
child; both must register. Bring aprons for the cooking classes.
A Handful of Quiet (Ages 6-14 Accompanied by an Adult)
Give your child a gift that will last a lifetime; the gift of meditation. A simple yet effective
technique will bring many benefits of “quiet time” including mental, emotional and
intellectual development. Tools will be made by each child to take home to help continue
their practice. Each child must be accompanied by an adult. Both must register. Linda
Yarbrough, $8 tuition + $5 material fee
PRDK 3058-50 Tuesday, June 29, 6:30-9 p.m.
Pirohi (Pierogies) (Ages 10-17 accompanied by an adult)
Prepare potato, cheese and sauerkraut filled pirohi. You will both leave with a dozen pirohi
you prepared. An adult must accompany each child. Both must register. Deborah Moore, $29
tuition + $10 material fee
FODK 6665-50 Thursday, June 24, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
NEW - Cookies (Ages 10-17 accompanied by an adult)
Make memories as you make choco-cherry cookies (fudge drop cookie with a cherry in the
center topped with fudge frosting) and strawberry shortcake cookies (soft drop cookie with
strawberries and white chocolate chips). You will leave class with the cookies you make. Bring
a take home container. An adult must accompany each child. Both must register. Deborah
Moore, $29 tuition + $8 material fee
FODK 0945-50 Thursday, July 29, 5:30-9 p.m.
ENROLL EARLY! Decisions to hold a class are based upon
enrollment approximately one week prior to the start date.
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BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Equity & Inclusion
In their book Diversity Training, Wildermuth
and Gray (2005) introduce the term
“conversity” or the concept of focusing
on commonalities leading to attitudes
and behaviors that capitalize on human
differences for organizational success.
We will discuss commonalities between
various cultures, stereotypes and what to
Creative Thinking: Tools and I do about them and the impact of subtle
Techniques for Fresh Solutions discrimination in the workplace and how to
Creativity is a capacity that is innate in
reduce it. James & Michelle Teague, $35
all people. With the correct training it
tuition, .4 CEUs
can be developed and strengthened. In
JREX 1746-10 Friday, July 30,
this 3-session course, we’ll explore what
8 a.m.-noon.
creativity is and isn’t, and look at the
JREX 1746-R10 Friday, July 30,
factors that support creative thinking and
8 a.m.-noon (Remote)
our own barriers to creative thinking. You
will learn how to find sources of inspiration
You receive a 1099, now what?
to overcome the barriers and ready your
Being in a self-employed position, such as
mind for new possibilities. You’ll walk away
an Uber driver, and receiving a 1099 has
with tried-and-tested idea generation
different tax obligations than when you
techniques that tap into both the conscious
receive a W-2. You are now responsible
and subconscious mind to break out of “the
to file and pay your own taxes. This class
box” and discover fresh ideas and solutions.
will explain the different business taxes
Dawn DePasquale, Ph.D., a presenter at
and how to complete Schedule C for form
international conferences on creativity, $39
1040 tax filings. The advantages of forming
tuition, .3 CEUs
a Limited Liability Corporation (LLC) or S
JREX 0963-R10 3 Fridays starting July 16,
Corporation for small business owners and
9:30-10:30 a.m.
the process to apply for these statuses
will also be discussed. James Teague, $35
Irresistible Ideas: How to I tuition, .4 CEUs
make your ideas impossible to JREX 0457-01 Friday, June 25,
ignore! 8 a.m.-noon
How many of us have had a great, even
brilliant idea, a process improvement, a Financial Statements for
service/product to be provided, a better
Non-Financial People
way, only to have that idea ignored? In
Financial management is one of the key
disbelief, we wonder “what went wrong?”
drivers for an organization’s success;
How could they possibly have NOT seen
however, not every manager, supervisor or
the value in this idea?” Strange as it may
business owner has a good understanding
seem, it’s possible that our excitement may
of financial statements or financial
have kept us from being as clear-headed
management. Join us to learn the basics
and thoughtful about our approach and
of financial statements and the analysis of
packaging. If we truly believe an idea
the data to boost your financial proficiency.
warrants serious attention, we may need to
Michelle Teague, $39 tuition, .4 CEUs
do a few things to improve the odds of its
JREX 2149-10 2 Tuesdays starting
acceptance. You will have an opportunity
July 20, 6-8:30 p.m.
to apply strategy, work on your own
‘influencing’ challenge, and walk away with a
prepared strategy and idea proposal. Dawn
DePasquale, Ph.D., $25 tuition, .2 CEUs
JREX 3941-R1 Friday, June 25, 9-11 a.m. I Denotes REMOTE Class
For more information about Business & Professional Development
classes,contact the Information Center at 724.925.4000 or
infocenter@westmoreland.edu.
ENROLL EARLY! Decisions to hold a class are based upon
enrollment approximately one week prior to the start date.
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BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Blogging and Podcasting Z Word Boot Camp I
for Beginners Become familiar with the essential Word
Blogging and podcasting are great ways working environment, including the Word
to express yourself, but maybe you’re not Start screen with BackStage View to
sure how to start. This course will teach you manage and open your saved documents.
how to successfully plan and create your Instruction will be provided on using the
very own blog and podcast using hands-on Word Interface, navigating and entering
exercises and free web tools. For class start text using both the keyboard shortcuts,
dates, cost and to register, go to www. mouse and touch screen, personalizing tabs,
ed2go.com/wcconed. ribbons and the quick access toolbar, and
using file explorer to locate files stored on
Marketing with Social Media I your computer or Flash Drive. Create new
documents and learn editing techniques
To increase your customer base and keep
your current customers engaged, it is that you can use to change text, formats,
necessary to utilize all marketing strategies margins, styles, and insert bullets, numbers
available. In this introductory class, you will or tabs. Save documents in PDF or Word
learn how to incorporate social media into older versions. Windows knowledge is
your marketing plan. Larry Tavlarides, $65 required. Carol Shoemaker, $59 tuition +
tuition, .9 CEUs required textbook, .6 CEUs
SMBX 1350-R1 3 Thursdays starting DAPX 9226-R1 Friday, June 18,
June 17, 6-9 p.m. 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Negotiation: Z Introduction to Power BI Z
Get What You Want Gain insights into your data! Power BI
Negotiation is a key skill for success in (business intelligence) is a widely used
business and everyday life. Knowing business analytics service offered by
strategies to clarify what you want and how Microsoft. Power BI Desktop is a complete
to prioritize needs will ensure you get more data analysis and report creation tool that
of what’s essential. Having the skills to help you install for free. Discover how to quickly
others get what they want will improve extract, transform, and load data with just
relationships and increase your odds of a few clicks. You will create interactive
success in the future. Work with a pro to visualizations (charts, maps, KPIs) to provide
learn how to plan, implement and win in insights into your company’s data to make
the bargaining process. Save time, grow informed decisions. Marion Williams, $195
your business network and gain confidence tuition, 1.6 CEUs
when dealing with even the shrewdest of DAPX 6676-W1 June 7-July 2
dealmakers. Invest in these skills now and
reap a lifetime of rewards. Greg Marsello, Excel 2019 Boot Camp
$195 tuition, 1.6 CEUs You will be introduced to the essential
JREX 5314-W1 July 6-30 Excel features. You will create worksheets
by entering and editing data, manage
Project Management Processes Z and navigate worksheets and workbooks,
create formulas, use functions, manipulate
Acquire a well-rounded knowledge of
the five Project Management Processes worksheet data, format worksheet contents
relating to the Project Management Body and prepare, set up and print information.
of Knowledge (PMBOK) Guide. This basic Windows knowledge is required. Bring
information will assist you in learning flash drive to class. 30 minute lunch on your
the beginnings of Project Management, own. Richard Martz, $59 tuition + required
whether you are interested in project textbook, .6 CEUs
management, in a project management DAPX 1778-10 Friday, July 23,
field or in any line of work. Come away with 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
a solid foundation of the five processes
to learn and use when any type of project
occurs in your employment arena. Christina
Mitchell, $195 tuition, 1.6 CEUs
JREX 6657-W1 July 6-30 I Denotes REMOTE Class
ZDenotes ONLINE Class
To register, call 724.925.4204 or 1.800.262.2103, ext. 4204.
10 Unless otherwise noted, classes are for ages 18 and older.BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Introduction to Data Analysis Z
Data analysis is quickly becoming one of the
most sought-after skills in the workplace.
Companies have vast amounts of data, but
it is rare to have someone with the ability
to analyze that data to see trends and make
predictions. This course will give you a basic
understanding of how to analyze data in
a business setting. John Rutledge, $195
tuition, 1.6 CEUs
JREX 3029-W1 June 7-July 2
NEW - Manufacturing Z NEW - Essentials of Z
Jumpstart Workplace Safety
Companies need to be able to locate Safety is no accident! Throughout this
high-quality talent to fill vacant positions. online course, you will be introduced to
Increase your employability by participating what workplace safety is and why it is
in this 100% online fast-track, short term important. You will also learn about specific
program that offers training in workplace topics that affect all workers such as
skills and techniques most relevant in hazardous communication, lockout/tagout
today’s industrial environment. $832 tuition and personal protective equipment. $280
+ $170 material fee, 2.6 CEUs tuition + $170 material fee, 0.8 CEUs
INDX 5365-W1 June 1-30 INDX 9534-W1 June 1-30
INDX 5365-W10 July 1-August 31 INDX 9534-W10 July 1-August 31
ZDenotes ONLINE Class
YOUR COMPANY MAY QUALIFY FOR
MONEY FOR TRAINING THROUGH WEDNETPA!
Westmoreland is a proud partner with
the Workforce & Economic Development
Network of Pennsylvania (WEDnetPA).
Beginning July 1, qualified companies
can receive up to $2,000 in training
reimbursement per eligible employee.
The beauty of this program is that it is
completely employer-driven….you have the freedom to choose the training
method(s) that best suit your needs.
WEDnetPA provides training reimbursement funds in several skill-building
categories:
• Business Operations
• Computer Operations
• Machine Operations and Maintenance
• Manufacturing Fundamentals
• Manufacturing Technology
To find out if your company qualifies for the WEDnetPA grant or to inquire
about customized on-site workforce training courses, contact our Workforce
Development team at workforce@westmoreland.edu.
ENROLL EARLY! Decisions to hold a class are based upon
enrollment approximately one week prior to the start date.
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New Career Series
Looking to change your career or move up within your current company? Learn effective
communication, resume writing, soft skills and interviewing tips and tricks with this new
series formatted specifically to help you put your best self forward in your professional life.
NEW - Job Seeker
Looking for a job and not know where to start? Acquire new job searching skills while
learning which search engines and print publications can lead to legitimate jobs and
careers. Lorrie Douglass, $10 tuition
JREX 3995-01 Tuesday, June 8, 6-8 p.m.
NEW - Resume Writing for the Job Market
Never write a resume or just need ideas on how to spice up your resume? Learn how to
format your resume to highlight your skills that companies are looking for. Bring a copy of
your current resume or ideas of what you would like to promote on your resume. Lorrie
Douglass, $19 tuition
JREX 7324-10 2 Tuesdays starting July 13, 6-8 p.m.
NEW - Social Media for Job Searching
Ever wonder how to make social media work for you? Explore how to use LinkedIn,
Facebook, Instagram and other platforms as career search engines and how to make them
beneficial resources for you. Lorrie Douglass, $10 tuition
JREX 7327-10 Tuesday, July 27, 6-8 p.m.
NEW - Interviewing 101
Not sure how to promote yourself successfully in an interview? In this class, learn how
to promote yourself as an asset for the company you are interviewing with that they
absolutely need to have on their team. Lorrie Douglass, $10 tuition
JREX 1742-10 Tuesday, August 3, 6-8 p.m.
NEW - Brushing up on the Basics
Need to brush up on the basics? When re-entering the workforce or changing a career,
sometimes a refresher in business math, English and communication can be what is needed
to give you the edge in your new profession. Lorrie Douglass, $19 tuition
JREX 0436-10 2 Tuesdays starting August 10, 6-8 p.m.
NEW - Effective Business Communication
Learn how to effectively connect with your peers and colleagues through email and face-to-
face communication. Using effective communication to be successfully heard while staying
professional and cooperative in the workplace is an impressive and intangible skill that is
imperative for an employee to have. Lorrie Douglass, $10 tuition
JREX 1741-10 Tuesday, August 24, 6-8 p.m.
NEW - Working with Customers
In a career or looking for a career working with customers? Learn how to effectively work
with customers to overcome objections, obstacles and issues to get successful resolutions
and positive outcomes. Lorrie Douglass, $10 tuition
JREX 9031-10 Tuesday, August 31, 6-8 p.m.
I REMOTE – classes take place using Zoom and are live. You can
interact with the instructor. Registration ends three (3) business days
prior to start date.
Z ONLINE – classes have start and end dates, and you can access the
class content at your leisure.
To participate in remote or online classes, you need to have a PC/Laptop/
Tablet with Internet access. An invitation to join the class is sent to you via
email a couple of days prior to the class start date.
To register, call 724.925.4204 or 1.800.262.2103, ext. 4204.
12PERSONAL ENRICHMENT
Arts & Crafts Fitness/Health
Introduction to Z Qi Gong for Energy & Health
Digital Scrapbooking In four sessions, you will learn a complete
Make the most of your scrapbooking talents nine-minute system of 13 simple, flowing
to show off your photos and memorabilia. movements. This practice increases
This course provides hands-on experience and strengthens the immune system’s
building scrapbook pages, using artistic functioning and promotes overall harmony
journaling, and producing your own artwork and well-being with movement, breathing
with Photoshop Elements. For class start and repetition. Qi Gong (Qi means energy
dates, cost and to register, go to www. and Gong means practice) is the foundation
ed2go.com/wcconed. of Tai Chi. No experience needed. Wear
comfortable clothes. Linda Vucelich, $29
Wonders of Watercolor tuition
Have you ever wanted to explore a new MEDX 6913-60 4 Mondays starting
creative avenue that’s as simple as grabbing June 7, 1-2 p.m.
a cup of water and a few brushes? Handling (Westmoreland-Latrobe)
techniques of watercolor paints used by MEDX 6913-01 4 Tuesdays starting
artists and illustrators for centuries to June 8, 10-11 a.m.
create beautiful and whimsical works will
be demonstrated. You will experiment with What Is Reiki?
application techniques to create your own The energy balancing method called Reiki
still-life painting. No painting experience encourages the body and mind into a
necessary. Supply list will be emailed. greater state of stability. The balancing
Registration closes one week prior to start effect on the energy field enlivens the
date. Kyle Reidmiller, MFA, $45 tuition person or animal’s instinctive desire for
RTSX 9032-01 3 Thursdays starting equilibrium in all systems and therefore
June 17, 6-9 p.m. supports the natural healing mechanisms.
RTSX 9032-90 3 Tuesdays starting It is considered a valued palliative therapy
July 13, noon-3 p.m. for stress reduction, calming and aiding a
(Westmoreland- healthful response. Hear more about Reiki’s
Murrysville) use in people and animals (Janet Jackson,
Animal Specialist will be our guest) and
experience a short Reiki session for yourself.
Linda Yarbrough, $20 tuition
MEDX 7108-10 Tuesday, July 20,
6:30-9 p.m.
NEW - Relaxation and I
Breathing Techniques
COVID has presented many challenges and
new ways to navigate the world. Relaxation
and breathing techniques are two essential,
long-lasting components that help to
handle change by strengthening the bones,
Figure Drawing 101 charging the immune system, calming
If you’ve ever wanted to improve your the emotions and lowering stress. Linda
stick-figure drawing skills, have we got a Vucelich, $25 tuition
course for you. In a few sessions, learn the PHSX 7125-R10 4 Thursdays starting
fundamentals of figure drawing such as August 5, 10-11 a.m.
recognizing lines of action, gesture drawing, PHSX 7125-R11 4 Thursdays starting
and how to capture measurements and August 5, 7-8 p.m..
angles to better proportion your figures and
increase your drawing skills. Bring sketch
pad (minimum size 9 x 12) and charcoal
pencils. Kyle Reidmiller, MFA, $45 tuition
RTSX 2164-10 3 Thursdays starting
I Denotes REMOTE Class
July 15, 6-9 p.m.
ZDenotes ONLINE Class
ENROLL EARLY! Decisions to hold a class are based upon
enrollment approximately one week prior to the start date.
Unless otherwise noted, classes are for ages 18 and older. 13PERSONAL ENRICHMENT
Hatha Yoga
Yoga is an ancient practice that promotes
a sense of inner peace through a series
of physical exercises (asanas or postures)
and breathing techniques. What sets yoga
apart from fitness programs is an emphasis
on the breath as well as a noncompetitive
attitude. We will concentrate on Hatha
Yoga stretches, centering and meditation.
Beginning Tai Chi
All poses are presented with options for all
A program of continuous, non-strenuous
levels from beginners to intermediate so
movements designed to improve mental
everyone feels comfortable. Bring yoga mat
focus and concentration, relax and tone the
to class. Saroja Chandra, $59 tuition
major joints in the body, increase energy
PHSX 9490-90 8 Tuesdays starting
levels and build internal strength and
June 8, 9:30-10:45 a.m.
suppleness. Wear comfortable clothes and
PHSX 9490-R1 8 Thursdays starting
shoes. Linda Vucelich, $29 tuition
June 10, 5:30-6:45 p.m.
MEDX 8018-50 4 Thursdays starting
(remote)
June 3, 10-11 a.m.
Walk Live
Walk Live is an indoor aerobic walking
program which has been helping people get
fit for over 25 years. You will engage in a
three-mile heart pumping, calorie torching
aerobic indoor walk geared for all fitness
levels. If you can walk, you can do this
program. Angie Tomer, $55 tuition
PHSX 9039-01 8 Thursdays starting
June 10, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Warrior Women
Wounded Warrior is a proven personal
violence prevention program developed
to teach women techniques to limit
potentially dangerous situations. Classes
COURSE
are hands-on and filled with practical skills
that are practiced with each participant. The
techniques are simple and highly effective
Q IDEAS
for creating a window of escape. Girls
(14 & over) are welcome to attend with a
family member (both must register). Wear
NEEDED
comfortable clothes and shoes. Cassandra
Briner-Kintigh, $15 tuition
PHSX 2153-01 Monday, June 21,
6:30-9:30 p.m.
We are always looking for new
classes to offer the community. If
Gentle Yoga
you have special knowledge or a
An introduction into yoga techniques for
those who haven’t exercised lately or are skill that you would like to share
limited in mobility. Learn to apply the with others, please complete a
principles of yoga to stimulate the body into course proposal. Visit our website
more flexibility, the mind into awareness at westmoreland.edu/CEproposal
and peace and to unlock the potentiality for a course proposal form and to
that is within all of us. Bring a mat or towel view directions and deadlines for
to class. Hayley Dunhoff, $45 tuition submission.
PHSX 9485-50 8 Mondays starting
June 7, 9-10 a.m.
(no class July 5) I Denotes REMOTE Class
To register, call 724.925.4204 or 1.800.262.2103, ext. 4204.
14PERSONAL ENRICHMENT
Food
Cake Decorating I
Learn all the basics of cake decorating,
including seven borders, 13 flowers, basket
weave, lattice and transfers. The first
session meets for only one hour to receive
a material list and discuss supplies. Limit 12
students. Mary Lou Cinciripini, $95 tuition + FOODS
$7 material fee
FODX 0460-01 8 Tuesdays starting LAB RULES:
June 8, 6-8 p.m. Open-toed shoes,
(first class 6-7 p.m.) sleeveless tops,
shorts and capris
are NOT PERMITTED in
the foods lab. Please
wear non-skid shoes.
It is recommended you
bring an apron.
Cooking Classes - Make it a Date
Night or Friends Night Out
To follow social distancing guidelines in
our training kitchens, we are limiting adult
cooking class registrations to the stu-
dent and someone he/she can share the
kitchen space with. You will be near each
other throughout the class. You both must
register for the class. Space is limited.
Lemon Meringue Pie
Cupcake Bouquets Many shy away from pies with meringue. It
Buttercream cupcake bouquets make a is not as difficult as you may think to make
perfect, unique gift or beautiful covered those beautiful peaks. Join us to learn how
dish. Impress your family and friends with to make a light and fluffy meringue with a
this fun and simple technique. No cake flakey pie crust filled with the flavor of fresh
decorating experience necessary. A supply lemons. You will take home the pie you
list will be emailed. Registration closes one prepare from scratch. Deborah Moore, $25
week prior to start date. Judy DeWitt, $25 tuition + $10 material fee
tuition FODX 4915-01 Thursday, June 10,
FODX 1020-01 2 Wednesdays starting 6-9 p.m.
June 16, 6-8 p.m.
I REMOTE – classes take place using Zoom and are live. You can
interact with the instructor. Registration ends three (3) business days
prior to start date.
Z ONLINE – classes have start and end dates, and you can access the
class content at your leisure.
To participate in remote or online classes, you need to have a PC/Laptop/
Tablet with Internet access. An invitation to join the class is sent to you via
email a couple of days prior to the class start date.
ENROLL EARLY! Decisions to hold a class are based upon
enrollment approximately one week prior to the start date.
15PERSONAL ENRICHMENT
Mom’s Nut Rolls
Come to class and learn how to make this
Law & Money
traditional sweet bread pastry from scratch
NEW - Introduction to
using yeast dough and a buttery, sweet
Bitcoin and Crypto Currency
walnut filling. You will take home the nut
What is Bitcoin exactly? Join us for an
rolls you make. Deborah Moore, $29 tuition
explanation on the basics of Bitcoin and
+ $18 material fee
other crypto currencies, such as how they
FODX 6005-01 Thursday, June 17,
work, their purposes and the problems they
5:30-9:30 p.m.
aim to solve. Jack George, CFP®, CLTC,
CMP, $10 tuition
Pirohi (Pierogies)
FINX 0965-01 Tuesday, June 29, 6-7 p.m.
(Ages 10-17 accompanied by an adult) FINX 0965-R1 Tuesday, June 29, 6-7 p.m.
Prepare potato, cheese and sauerkraut filled
(remote)
pirohi with a child in your life. You will both
leave with a dozen pirohi you prepared.
The Truth About Annuities
An adult must accompany each child. Both
Are annuities inherently good or bad? There
must register. Deborah Moore, $29 tuition
are a lot of opinions out there regarding
+ $10 material fee
annuities; this course will focus on the facts.
FODK 6665-50 Thursday, June 24,
We will cover what annuities are, how they
8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
work, what they can be used for, and the
general pros and cons to consider before
Cream Puffs purchasing one. Jack George, CFP®, CLTC,
French pastry consisting of a light hollow
CMP, $19 tuition
pastry shell filled with a cooked vanilla
FINX 0004-01 Thursday, June 17,
custard. The same pastry can be used to
6-8 p.m.
make savory appetizers and French cruller
FINX 0004-R1 Thursday, June 17,
donuts. You will take six cream puffs home.
6-8 p.m. (remote)
Bring a take home container. Deborah
Moore, $29 tuition + $8 material fee
Invest in Your Debt
FODX 0985-10 Thursday, July 8,
Learn how to pay off all debt, including
5:30-9 p.m.
mortgages, in seven to 10 years using only
present income. You will learn specific
Pirohi (Pierogies) mathematical techniques for rapidly paying
Potato, cheese and sauerkraut filled pirohi
down debt. Whether you earn $20,000
just like grandma made. You will leave class
or $120,000, you will benefit from this
with a dozen pirohi you prepared. Deborah
practical, proven method. No get-rich-quick
Moore, $29 tuition + $10 material fee, .35
schemes—just simple math and surprising
CEUs
results. Bring a list of your debts, with
FODX 6644-10 Thursday, July 15,
balances and monthly payments, along with
5:30-9:30 p.m.
a calculator to class. Optional textbook
available from the instructor for $45. Linda
NEW - Cookies Banks, $29 tuition + $7 material fee
(Ages 10-17 accompanied by an adult) FINX 3220-01 Monday, June 14, 6-9 p.m.
Make memories as you make choco-cherry
cookies (fudge drop cookie with a cherry Protect Your Assets
in the center topped with fudge frosting) Learn the facts on nursing home care,
and strawberry shortcake cookies (soft Medicaid and retirement planning.
drop cookie with strawberries and white Discussion will include how to protect
chocolate chips). You will leave class with your assets from a nursing home stay, the
the cookies you make. Bring a take home biggest mistake seniors make on titling
container. An adult must accompany each assets, estate planning for the middle class
child. Both must register. Deborah Moore, and minimizing taxes upon death. Jack
$29 tuition + $8 material fee George, CFP®, CLTC, CMP, $19 tuition
FODK 0945-50 Thursday, July 29, FINX 7553-10 Tuesday, July 13, 6-8 p.m.
5:30-9 p.m. FINX 7553-R10 Tuesday, July 13, 6-8 p.m.
(remote)
To register, call 724.925.4204 or 1.800.262.2103, ext. 4204.
16 Unless otherwise noted, classes are for ages 18 and older.PERSONAL ENRICHMENT
Estate Planning
This class provides fundamental estate
Personal Interest
planning strategies to help you reduce Basic Dog Obedience
costs/taxes and avoid the pitfalls that This course teaches owners how to train a
commonly occur with simple estates. Topics dog in obedience basics, the responsibilities
include avoidance of probate, Medicare owners have with pets and neighbors
reimbursement for nursing homes and and proper care in areas such as noise,
guardianship proceedings. Attorney Eric cleanup and breeding. Minimum dog age:
Bononi, $10 tuition four months. Requires proof of up-to-date
FINX 1752-50 Monday, June 7, 6-7 p.m. vaccinations. Bring your dog on a leash.
Arlene Halloran, $69 tuition
Basic Will Writing NTRX 1360-01 8 Tuesdays starting
Step-by-step instructions will be provided. June 15, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
You’ll leave with the knowledge to (Career Link Parking Lot)
complete a basic will and, if desired, a
living will and organ donor form. A basic
will provides for general distribution of
property; names a guardian/trustee for
children, if needed; names a personal
representative to administer the estate;
and provides specific burial instructions, if
desired. Mary Ann Grec, $29 tuition
LAWX 5300-50 Monday, June 21,
5:30-9:30 p.m.
Advanced Dog Obedience
This course offers advanced training for
those dogs that have learned the basics and
are ready to learn to work without leashes
and prepare for obedience showing. Learn
advanced commands, including retrieving
and drop on recall. All dogs will be
evaluated for prior training. Requires proof
of up-to-date vaccinations. Arlene Halloran,
$69 tuition
NTRX 1351-01 8 Tuesday starting
Take Your Cooking Skills June 15, 7:30-8:30 p.m.
to the Next Level with a (Career Link Parking Lot)
Credit Class! Paddling 101 I
If you’ve enjoyed our noncredit cooking Paddling 101 is for the newcomer interested
classes, consider auditing a credit class in learning to canoe, kayak and stand-up
offered through our School of Culinary paddleboard. It will cover the basics of
Arts/Hospitality. Auditing a course means choosing the right boat (and accessories)
that you do not receive a grade nor to meet your goals, look at what potential
credits and generally do not participate hazards exist on the water and how to avoid
in exams or homework. You must pay the them, and identify opportunities to get on
tuition and any associated fees. Auditing the water for a day or longer, from lakes to
a class is usually for personal enrichment water trails. You will go from learning what
and exploration. to buy to how to use it to have the most fun
To view the schedule, visit possible. Bob Frye is the outdoors editor for
westmoreland.edu a website and a newspaper, PA Fish-Boat
Commissions certified boating instructor
and has written a book about paddling in
Pennsylvania. $35 tuition
PRDX 6649-R1 3 Tuesdays starting
I Denotes REMOTE Class June 15, 6-8 p.m.
ENROLL EARLY! Decisions to hold a class are based upon
enrollment approximately one week prior to the start date.
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Monarchs, Milkweed and You! Succulents
The Monarch butterfly population has Known as the “easy man’s plant,”
declined about 80% in the last 20 years. succulents are very popular due to their
Steps are being taken to help save them beauty and ease of care. There are various
from further decline. Patti Schildkamp, a families of succulents that come from all
Monarch enthusiast who has raised hundreds over the world. Come and learn about the
of Monarchs from egg stage to maturity, will different varieties and how to care for these
take you through the Monarch lifecycle, the plants from the amount of light and water
critical role milkweed plays in their survival, needed to propagation. Nancy Neel, $10
their fall migration to Mexico, and how you tuition
can make a difference. $10 tuition NTRX 7570-10 Monday, July 26, 6-8 p.m.
NTRX 5328-01 Wednesday, June 16,
6-8 p.m. Herbal Tea Blends
Do you enjoy tea? Then join us for tips on
making herbal tea and herbal tea blends
for both taste and specific purposes such
as relaxation and de-stressing. Ellen Marsili,
$15 tuition + $2 material fee
PHSX 3045-60 Monday, June 21,
9:30-11:30 a.m.
(Westmoreland-Latrobe)
PHSX 3045-50 Friday, July 16,
9:30-11:30 a.m.
The Versatility of Herbs
Herb gardening is relaxing and rewarding.
Your own homegrown herbs can provide
new flavors in cooking, making herbal teas,
aromatics, crafts and cleaning supplies for
NEW - Healthy Habitats your home. Join us to learn more about
for Bees and Other Pollinators growing and using herbs in your home in
Join us to learn how to attract and keep many ways. Ellen Marsili, $35 tuition
pollinators in your garden. Information will NTRX 8560-10 3 Tuesdays starting
be presented on host and nectar plants for July 13, 7-9 p.m.
several butterflies, along with the colors and
shapes of flowers for different pollinators.
Patti Schildkamp, $10 tuition
NTRX 2060-10 Thursday, July 8,
6-7:30 p.m.
Perennials
Perennials provide your garden with a
variety of color, form, bloom time, size
and texture. Come learn what plants to
purchase based on soil and light conditions
and begin planning your beautiful garden.
Nancy Neel, $10 tuition + $2 material fee
NTRX 6649-01 Monday, June 7, 6-8 p.m.
Herbs for Health & Wellness
The Art of Bonsai Growing herbs at home is a fun and money
Bonsai is an art form using cultivation saving hobby that also happens to be good
techniques to produce small trees in a for your health. In addition to flavoring up
container. You can purchase a Bonsai tree, your favorite dishes, herbs are filled with
but it is much more interesting to grow and antioxidants and essential nutrients. Learn
style one yourself. You will learn how to how to decide which herbs will work best
select and care for a tree. Nancy Neel, $10 for you and how to use them. Ellen Marsili,
tuition $15 tuition+ $2 material fee
NTRX 0615-01 Tuesday, June 22, 6-8 p.m. NTRX 2081-01 Wednesday, June 9,
6-9 p.m.
To register, call 724.925.4204 or 1.800.262.2103, ext. 4204.
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Edible & Medicinal A Handful of Quiet
Plants of Pennsylvania (Ages 6-14 Accompanied by an Adult)
Discover the edible and medicinal plants Give your child a gift that will last a lifetime,
and their uses that are local to Western the gift of meditation. A simple yet effective
Pennsylvania as you take a two-hour walk technique will bring many benefits of
on the Five Star Bike Trail. Please wear “quiet time” including mental, emotional
appropriate footwear. Class meets in a and intellectual development. Tools will be
classroom and will be held rain or shine. made by each child to take home to help
Lindsey Praksti, $15 tuition + $2 material fee continue their practice. Each child must
MEDX 1764-50 Friday, June 18, be accompanied by an adult. Both must
10 a.m.-noon register. Linda Yarbrough, $8 tuition + $5
material fee
Pennies from Heaven PRDK 3058-50 Tuesday, June 29,
Do pennies seem to appear in your path 6:30-9 p.m.
when you least expect them? Do you often
find strange objects in unexpected places?
What could these really mean to you?
Are you being sent a special message?
Throughout the years I have learned the
meanings of many signs that just appear
out of nowhere when dealing with grief
after the loss of loved ones in my life. These
signs and symbols have brought me relief in
ways I never thought possible. I would love
to share my experiences with you. Linda
Yarbrough, $15 tuition NEW - Minimalism and
PRDX 6684-10 Thursday, July 8, Decluttering Your Life
6:30-8:30 p.m. Are you overwhelmed by the clutter in
your home and feel cluttered in your mind?
Minimalism is a concept that can help you
get rid of physical clutter and help you clear
your mind, both allowing you to live a more
focused life with less. It’s not about giving
up things you love, it’s about having more
time and space in your life to appreciate
those things that spark joy. You will learn
how to get started on our minimalist
journey and get inspired to begin right
away. Angela Pompa, $15 tuition
Gratitude & Mindfulness: PRDX 5260-01 Monday, June 21, 6-8 p.m.
Building Blocks for a Peaceful Life PRDX 5260-R10 Tuesday, July 13, 6-8 p.m.
An attitude of gratitude combined with a
five-minute mindfulness meditation practice
can create a peaceful state that can change For more information about
your body, mind and spirit. Join us to begin Personal Enrichment classes,
your gratitude ritual. Linda Yarbrough, $15
tuition
contact the Information Center
PRDX 2619-50 Friday, August 20, at 724.925.4000 or
9:30-11:30 a.m. infocenter@westmoreland.edu.
WESTMORELAND COMMUNITY SURVEY
Thank you for your interest in taking classes at Westmoreland.
If there are classes you would like to take that are not currently
being offered, tell us what they are.
Complete an online survey at westmoreland.edu/cesurvey
ENROLL EARLY! Decisions to hold a class are based upon
enrollment approximately one week prior to the start date.
Unless otherwise noted, classes are for ages 18 and older. 19PERSONAL ENRICHMENT
NEW - Gender Identity: Transgender Introduction to Z
& Non-conforming Youth Fiction Writing
Gender Identity, while not new, is more Designed specifically for those with little
prevalent in today’s society, and it opens up to no fiction writing experience. Learn the
questions and dialogues that can sometimes basic building blocks of story: character,
be difficult to navigate or understand. Join plot and setting. Then find out the different
us for a discussion on what gender identity forms of fiction writing and some of the
means, terms, definitions, and how to have genres you might like to explore. Whether
positive and meaningful conversations you’ve never written a word of fiction, or
surrounding gender identity. There will be a haven’t written since high school or college,
class specifically for parents and loved ones you will complete the course with the skills
and a class for professionals who work with you need to get started. Create a new
clients who struggle with gender identity. work of fiction, or revive an old one that’s
Jennifer Huber, LSW, $15 tuition been sitting in your bottom drawer. Jacqui
MEDX 2506-10 Tuesday, July 13, 6-9 p.m. Lipton, $195 tuition
(Parents and Loved Ones) PRDX 2213-W1 June 7-July 2 (online)
MEDX 2506-11 Tuesday, July 20, 6-9 p.m.
(Professionals) Skills for Making Z
Great Decisions
Heartsaver First Aid: Learn how to make excellent everyday
Adult/Child AED & CPR & Infant CPR decisions from an experienced counselor
The AHA First Aid course incorporates basic and life coach. This course will help you
first aid skills with adult CPR and automated discover how to effectively deal with a
external defibrillators (AEDs). It is designed crisis, how to use your emotions as decision-
for those in the workplace needing OSHA- making tools and how to work with others
compliant first aid and CPR training. The to make the most of every opportunity. For
course includes instruction on rescuer class start dates, cost and to register, go to
safety, medical and injury emergencies, www.ed2go.com/wcconed.
adult CPR and the AED and environmental
emergencies. Wounds, bleeding, shock, Cutting the Cord
stroke, allergic reactions, joint and muscle With the many options now available to
injuries, choking, bites and stings, heat access television entertainment, people are
and cold emergencies and poisonings cutting the cord with cable. More choices
are covered. The Heartsaver CPR/First can make it more confusing. Depending
Aid textbook is required. A course card on what you want to watch, you may need
is awarded upon successful completion. to replace your cable with several other
$55 tuition + $25 material fee + required options. The various TV, streaming and
text (review of textbook prior to class is Internet options will be reviewed to help
required), .8 CEUs you make more informed decisions for
MEDX 3029-10 Saturday, August 21, getting the shows and movies you want.
9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. John Struble, $19 tuition
PRDX 1098-01 Wednesday, June 23,
6-9 p.m.
ZDenotes ONLINE Class
I REMOTE – classes take place using Zoom and are live. You can
interact with the instructor. Registration ends three (3) business days
prior to start date.
Z ONLINE – classes have start and end dates, and you can access the
class content at your leisure.
To participate in remote or online classes, you need to have a PC/Laptop/
Tablet with Internet access. An invitation to join the class is sent to you via
email a couple of days prior to the class start date.
To register, call 724.925.4204 or 1.800.262.2103, ext. 4204.
20PERSONAL ENRICHMENT
Fundamentals of Guitar Playing II
Lessons will include sight reading chords,
bass chord accompaniment, dynamics,
eighth note rests, dotted quarter notes,
major scales and more! Bring acoustic guitar
to class. Limit 10 students. Registration
ends May 25. If you have the book, inform
registration. Deborah Kazsimer, $65 tuition
+ $27 material fee (includes textbook)
How to Operate Your Digital Camera MSCX 2606-01 8 Mondays starting
Through practical exercises and explana- June 7, 7:10-8:10 p.m.
tions, this course will show you how to use (no class July 5)
the buttons, dials and switches on your MSCX 2606-R1 8 Thursdays starting
digital camera for better photographic re- June 10, 7:10-8:10 p.m.
sults. Bring your digital camera and manual (remote)
to class. Alan Laick, $59 tuition + optional
textbook
DAPX 1478-01 3 Thursdays starting
June 24, 6-9 p.m.
Photoshop, Level 1
With this hands-on course, you will enhance
photos and artwork that will demonstrate
the Photoshop basics and capabilities.
Using the powerful tools of retouching,
painting and drawing, you will be able
to create dazzling images to make your
NEW - Introduction to I
the Mandolin
presentations, newsletters or artwork pop. In this beginner course, you will learn
You should know how to use a computer, how-to sight-read music and play chords
but no previous Photoshop experience and simple songs. No experience necessary.
is necessary. Alan Laick, $99 tuition + $2 Must provide your own mandolin.
material fee Registration ends May 25. Deborah
DAPX 6657-01 5 Tuesdays starting Kazsimer, $29 tuition + $15 material fee
June 8, 6-9 p.m. MSCX 5300-R1 4 Thursdays starting
June 10, 1-2 p.m.
Fundamentals of Guitar Playing
COURSE
This guitar course is not only an introduction
for the beginning guitarist, but is also for
the guitarist who has been playing for
Q IDEAS
years but cannot read music. You will learn
how-to sight-read music, play chords and
incorporate a variety of techniques in your
NEEDED
playing styles, whether they be country,
rock, jazz, folk, blues or classical. By the end
of this course, you will have the essentials
to play guitar as a soloist or to accompany
another. Must provide your own acoustic
guitar. Limit 10 students. Registration ends
We are always looking for new
May 25. Deborah Kazsimer, $65 tuition + classes to offer the community. If
$27 material fee (includes textbook) you have special knowledge or a
MSCX 2604-01 8 Mondays starting skill that you would like to share
June 7, 6-7 p.m. with others, please complete a
(no class July 5)
course proposal. Visit our website
MSCX 2604-R1 8 Thursdays starting
June 10, 6-7 p.m. at westmoreland.edu/CEproposal
(remote) for a course proposal form and to
view directions and deadlines for
submission.
I Denotes REMOTE Class
ENROLL EARLY! Decisions to hold a class are based upon
enrollment approximately one week prior to the start date.
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