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Microsoft 365 Excel Part 1

$150

with JOANNA IVES

Calendar Mar 12, 2026 at 8 am

Excel is Microsoft’s powerful spreadsheet program, which provides you with an extensive set of tools to organize, analyze, present, and store data. This course will help novice computer users get up to speed with Excel quickly. We will cover different features including creating a new spreadsheet, working with basic formulas and functions, making a spreadsheet look professional and presentable, and saving and printing a spreadsheet. Students are required to have a Windows-compatible computer. Once registered for the class, students will be required to download Microsoft 365 at no cost through San Juan College.

8 hrs

AI in Problem Solving

$99

with JENNIFER GOODLAND

Calendar Mar 24, 2026 at 1 pm

Balancing the use of data with human problem solving requires a nuanced approach that recognizes the strengths and limitations of both. By integrating data with human judgment, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and building a data-literate culture,organizations can solve problems in a more informed,ethical, and sustainable way.This course introduces Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its role in solving real-world problems. Participants will explore key AI concepts, tools, and technologies such as machine learning, data-driven decision-making,and popular AI platforms. The course covers practical aspects such as building and integrating AI models,ethical considerations such as bias and privacy, and the future impact of AI on industries and employment.Eligible for AI Certificate of Completion.

4 hrs

NEW! AI in Problem Solving

$99

with JENNIFER GOODLAND

Calendar Mar 24, 2026 at 1 pm

Balancing the use of data with human problem solving requires a nuanced approach that recognizes the strengths and limitations of both. By integrating data with human judgment, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and building a data-literate culture, organizations can solve problems in a more informed, ethical, and sustainable way.This course introduces Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its role in solving real-world problems. Participants will explore key AI concepts, tools, and technologies such as machine learning, data-driven decision-making,and popular AI platforms. The course covers practical aspects such as building and integrating AI models, ethical considerations such as bias and privacy, and the future impact of AI on industries and employment. Eligible for AI Certificate of Completion.

4 hrs

JENNIFER GOODLAND is a librarian and professional nerd. She is passionate about efficient systems management, valuing and developing employees, and expanding library services to marginalized or underserved communities.

3/24, TUE, 1 pm-5 pm, Quality Center for Businessroom 5017, $99

 

 

Creating a Positive Work Environment

$150

with JAMIE CHURCH

Calendar Mar 25, 2026 at 8 am

Employees and leaders have stake in creating and maintaining a positive work environment. This course will give you tools to be able to create the type of company environment in which you want towork. Learn to build and nurture effective work place relationships.

8 hr

Employee Accountability

$150

with MELISSA MEECHAN

Calendar Mar 27, 2026 at 8 am

Employee Accountability Taking accountability means owning up to your mistakes as well as being able to celebrate successes.This course will teach you how to better direct your emotions in any given situation in the workplace that requires addressing responsibilities and performance.

8 hrs

Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

$150

with ELIZABETH FINGADO

Calendar Mar 30, 2026 at 8 am

Critical thinking skills are essential for navigating the complexities of the modern world. In this class, you will develop the ability to analyze, evaluate, and discernfact from fiction in the workplace. You will learn to foster innovation, problem solve, and make effective decisions. Solving tough problems requires the abilityto define the true problem, analyze the possible causes, create options, select the most feasible option,and then implement it. This course will help individuals enhance their efforts to find sustainable solutions and learn new ways to approach problem-solving to reach win-win decisions.

8 hrs

Basic Knife Skills

$75

with JILL MAYER

Calendar Apr 9, 2026 at 5 pm

Hone your cutting skills—safely. We’ll practice different cuts and techniques on a variety of vegetables and then send you home with the makings of a fine soup and new outlook on kitchen preparations.Supply fee of $35 for knife, sharpening stone, cuttingboard and food payable to instructor at the first class. Appropriate for minors ages 12-18 with an accompanying adult.

3 hrs

Note: registration cut-off date is April 1st, 2026 at 3:00pm. Call our Operations Coordinator at 505-566-4208 for more information.

Communication Strategies: Body Language

$150

with TERRA YABENY

Calendar Apr 10, 2026 at 8 am

Body language can make or break our efforts to establish long, trusting relationships. Our body language can help to reinforce and add credibility to what we say, or it can contradict our words. Understanding what signals you are sending, as well as being able to read the signals that your clients send, is an essential skill in sales and throughout our lives.

8 hrs





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