Continuing Education Classes

Personal Interest
Professional Development
Technology
Language
Note: EGTC faculty and staff can take all technology classes at no cost.
Contact Tim McMahon for details at [email protected].
Essential Internet Skills
Covers the essential computer and World Wide Web skills necessary to
navigate in today’s technological world.
Cost: $89
Location: EGC
Mondays and Wednesdays
3:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
5/11-6/8, 7/6-7/30,
9/14-10/7, 10/26-11/18
Spreadsheet Basics (hybrid)
Covers how to create and format tables. use formulas and functions,
develop presentations, charts and reports using Microsoft Excel and
Google Sheets.
Cost: $59
Location: EGC
Mondays 8:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.
5/4 and 5/11, 5/18 and 5/26,
6/8 and 6/15, 6/22 and 6/29,
7/13 and 7/20, 9/14 and 9/21.
10/5 and 10/12, 11/2 and 11/9,
12/7 and 12/14
Manage Your Mobile Devices (workshop)
Teaches students how to effectively use, understand and manage their
smartphone, including apps, widgets, alarms, and pictures.
Cost: $29
Location: EGC
Tuesdays 3:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
5/12, 5/26, 6/9, 6/23, 8/11,
8/25, 9/15, 9/29, 10/13, 10/27,
11/10, 12/8
Google Apps for Education and Business (hybrid)
Explores the essentials of Google Docs and similar programs in order
to create, share, and archive documents and photos.
Cost: $59
Location: EGC
Fridays 3:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
5/8 and 5/15, 5/22 and 5/29,
6/12 and 6/19, 6/26 and 7/3,
8/28 and 9/4, 10/2 and 10/9,
11/6 and 11/13, 12/4 and 12/11
Using Google Tools
Teaches skills to effectively utilize the Google environment to organize
your work and personal life, including calendar, drive, tasks, Gmail,
contacts, and more.
Cost: $75
Location: EGC
Fridays 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
5/8-5/22, 9/18-10/2
Spanish for Professionals (online)
Provides interactive language courses through the Language Authority to
enhance professional Spanish speaking skills in the following career fields:
Ed2Go-Online Learning for Personal Interest
$114 per course
We make it easy for people to take high-quality,
affordable online courses and professional training
classes. Comprehensive six-week online courses
start every month. Classroom access is available 24
hours, seven days a week, enabling people to work
anytime and anywhere with an Internet connection.
www.ed2go.com/egtc
Other Ed2Go Categories (online)
Personal Finance and Investments
Creative Writing and Publishing
Foreign Language
College Readiness
Creative Arts
Medical Emergencies
Genealogy
Job and Career
Child and Family
Law and Legal
Healthcare
Customer Service
9-1-1 Dispatch
Real Estate
EMS and Fire
Banking
Law Enforcement
Teachers 2 CEU’s
Corrections
Barbering
Barbering Crossover Fast Track
Provides licensed cosmetologists the theoretical foundations and practical left
or right-handed shaving skills necessary to pass the written and practical
sections of the Colorado State Board of Exams for Barbers.
Cost: $995
Location:
1860 Lincoln Street, S1-105/106-Barber Shop
Times and Dates: Mondays-Thursdays 5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
6/29 - 8/3, 9/14 -10/21, 11/2 - 12/16
Fade Cutting
Teaches students fade cut and styling techniques for high, medium, low and skin
fades for any hair texture. Finishing work includes creating a line-up.
Cost: $224
Location:
1860 Lincoln Street, S1-105/106-Barber Shop
Times and Dates: Monday-Thursday 5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
6/15-6/18, 10/26-10/29
Fade to Design
Covers fade and blend techniques, parts, and custom hair styles.
Cost: $169
Location:
1860 Lincoln Street, S1-105/106-Barber Shop
Times and Dates: Saturdays 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
7/11-8/1, 9/12-10/3, 10/24-11/14
Summer/Fall
2015
Continuing Education
Classes
Mission Statement:
The mission of Emily Griffith Technical College is to provide knowledge, skills, and values that enable students to
compete successfully in the workforce and to be self-sufficient citizens and lifelong learners.
What is Continuing Education?
Personal Interest
Dental
Extended Duty Dental Assisting
Advances the skills and knowledge of dental assistants in order to enhance
performance at their current job or improve job possibilities.
Cost: $760
Location:
1860 Lincoln Street, Dental Lab/Room 507A
Times and Dates: Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays 6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
6/1-7/27 (Note: No class the week of 6/15)
Saturdays 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
9/12-11/7
Metalworking/Welding
Floral Design
Clock Repair
Jewelry Design
Culinary
Health and Wellness
Upholstery
Sewing and Screen Printing
Photography
Technology
Ed2Go
Professional Development
Education
Professional Development for Teachers (online)
Provides teachers a way to pursue their professional development goals through
convenient and affordable eLearning workshops and classes. Contact Tim
McMahon for more information at [email protected]
Language
Barbering
Dental
Educators
Business Management
The Continuing Education Department offers non-credit, handson, online and hybrid classes for personal or professional
enrichment. Class length varies from one day to several weeks.
Registration is open to the public for anyone regardless of age,
area of residency, or educational background.
Applications are not required.
Are scholarships or financial aid available?
Although there are no scholarships available for Continuing
Education classes, pricing is very reasonable and competitive
with similar classes offered in the Denver area. Classes start as
low as $29. Non-credit classes are ineligible for financial aid.
Need more information?
Amy Downing, Continuing Education Manager
Phone: 720-423-4727
Email: [email protected]
Spanish for Professionals (online)
Provides an interactive language course through the Language Authority to
enhance professional Spanish speaking skills in the field of teaching.
Cost: $99
3 Easy Ways to Register
Business
Starting Your Own Small Business
Planning for Entrepreneurial Success (™) is a comprehensive training program
developed by Cheryl L Lucero providing emerging and aspiring entrepreneurs
with tools, resources and knowledge to take their concept to the next level.
Cost: $189
Location:
1860 Lincoln Street,room 661
Times and Dates: Wednesdays 5:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
6/10-7/15, 9/16-10/21
Fridays 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
6/12-7/24, 9/18-10/23
Emily Griffith Technical College | EmilyGriffith.edu | Continuing Education Catalog 2015
1. Online: www.EmilyGriffith.edu/CE
2. By phone: (720) 423-4727
3. In person:
1860 Lincoln Street; Denver, CO 80203
6th Floor, Treasurer’s Office.
Mon-Wed 7:30am-6:00pm, Thurs 7:30am-3:00pm,
Fri 7:30am-12pm
Check, cash and most credit cards accepted.
Visit EmilyGriffith.edu/CE as new classes are added often.
Classes, prices and schedules are subject to change. For the most current listings, more details, or to register go to www.EmilyGriffith.edu/CE
MAY 15
Emily Griffith Technical College | EmilyGriffith.edu | Continuing Education Catalog 2015
Personal Interest
Metalworking/Welding
Advanced Blacksmithing
Covers traditional decorative ironwork methods and basic forge welding
techniques for professionals and hobbyists.
Cost: $449
Location: OSG
Saturdays 1:30 p.m. -5:30 p.m.
8/22-10/10, 10/17-12/12
Beginning Blacksmithing
Covers welding, safety and the basic skills of the craft.
Cost $289
Location: OSG
Fridays 3:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
8/21-10/9, 10/16-12/11
Metalworking for Artists
Teaches proper metalworking techniques for artisans and hobbyists.
Cost: $449
Location: OSG
Saturdays 9:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m.
8/22-10/10, 10/17-12/12
Welding for Homeowners
Covers shop and tool safety and basic metal fabrication techniques.
Cost: $289
Location: OSG
Fridays 3:30 p.m.- 6:00 p.m.
8/21-10/9, 10/16-12/11
Floral Design
Basics of Floral Wedding Design (workshop)
Teaches the techniques necessary to design and create wedding bouquets,
corsages, boutonnieres and table centerpieces.
Cost: $99 + $25 material fee
Location: OSG
Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
9/19
Natural Dried and Silk Floral Design (workshop)
Teaches artificial fall wreath and basket arrangement using artificial floral
arrangement design methods.
Cost: $99 + $25 material fee
Location: OSG
Saturday 9:00 - 1:00 p.m.
10/24
Creative Holiday Floral Design (workshop)
Covers design techniques for holiday door charms and centerpieces for
personal home decorations and gifts.
Cost: $99 + $25 material fee
Location: OSG
Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
11/14
Floral Design Art
Provides the knowledge and skill to create beautiful seasonal flower
arrangements.
Cost: $259 + $7 material fee
Location: OSG
Tuesdays 5:45 p.m.-7:45 p.m.
9/14-10/19, 11/2-12/14
Modern Techniques in Floral Design
Covers advanced floral techniques and the latest trends in floral design in
order to create upscale arrangements.
Cost: $259 + $7 material fee
Location: OSG
Mondays 4:15 p.m.- 5:30 p.m.
9/14-10/19, 11/2-12/14
Clock
Clock Repair
Covers disassembly, cleaning, adjustment and rebuilding of the most common
types of clocks available today.
Cost: $199
Location: OSG
Tuesdays 1:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m.
8/25-10/13, 10/20 -12/15
Tuesdays 5:00 p.m.- 8:00 p.m.
8/25-10/13, 10/20 -12/15
Jewelry Design
Earrings for Every Day of the Week (workshop)
Teaches the design elements necessary to create seven different pairs of
earrings for social and professional wardrobe needs.
Cost: $59 + $35 material fee
Location: OSG
Thursday 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
9/17
Floral Fantasy Pendant (workshop)
Teaches the design elements necessary to create a unique floral-inspired
pendant.
Cost: $59 + $15 material fee
Location: OSG
Thursday 4:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
10/8
Beaded Sphere (workshop)
Covers the techniques necessary to create two different sphere earrings for
a night out on the town.
Cost: $59 + $15 material fee
Location: OSG
Thursday 4:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
10/29
Shimmering Necklace and Earring Set (workshop)
Teaches the design elements necessary to create a shimmering beaded
necklace and earring set for holiday gatherings.
Cost: $59 + $18 material fee
Location: OSG
Thursday 4:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
11/5
Culinary
Cooking Workshops
Cost: $59 Location: EGC
All classes are Saturdays 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Date Night: Couples workshops
Fresh Pasta- Make fresh pasta dough and two sauces for a meal you can
share. Date: 7/11
Asian Favorites- Learn to hand roll sushi, make fresh dumplings, spring rolls,
and egg rolls. Date 9/5
Tapas- Make small plates of traditional Spanish style appetizers. Date: 11/7
Cooking with Kids: Parent/child workshops-for children
10 and up
Fresh Pasta- Create fresh pasta dough and two homemade sauces for
a meal everyone can enjoy. Date: 5/23
Sushi- Hand roll some family sushi favorites. Date: 6/20
Pizza- Create fresh pizza dough, homemade sauce, and a variety of toppings
for a pizza that appeals to people of all ages. Date: 7/25
Fun with Fruit- Create fun, edible shapes using familiar and lesser-known
fruits for a family dinner or your next party. Date: 8/22
Breakfast - Put a new and exciting twist on old breakfast favorites from
pancakes to “egg puffies”. Date: 9/19
Comfort Food Favorites- Discover ways to create old favorites like mac &
cheese, chicken fingers and french fries using cleaner, healthier ingredients.
Date: 10/17
Desserts- Create classic desserts like pies and pastries just in time for the
holidays. Date: 11/21
Holiday Cookies- Work together to create a plate for Santa or a treat for
the special people in your life. Date: 12/19
Classes you can attend by yourself or with a friend
Steampunk Resin Pendants (workshop)
Teaches the design techniques necessary to create pendants from fused
metals harvested from vintage watches, jewelry, and old machines.
Cost: $49 + $27 material fee
Location: EGC
Saturdays 9:30 a.m.- 11:30 a.m.
7/11, 9/10
Artisan Breads- Learn to make bakery favorites like challah and brioche that
impress and delight. Date: 8/8
Necklace Design 101 (workshop)
Provides an opportunity to create the perfect necklace to accompany the
steampunk pendants.
Cost: $49 + $12 material fee
Location: EGC
Saturday 12:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
7/11
Holiday Side Dishes- Create a new twist on old favorites like cranberry
orange relish and green bean bundles for a delicious holiday meal. Date: 12/5
Takeout Favorites- Discover how to make some of your favorite take-out
classics like Chicken Tikka Masala and General Tso’s chicken for a delicious
night in. Date: 10/3
Sneaky Veggies- Get your family to eat healthier without them knowing it!
Learn creative ways of sneaking vegetables into several traditional meals.
Date: 6/6
Emily Griffith Technical College | EmilyGriffith.edu | Continuing Education Catalog 2015
Health and Wellness
Eating for Health: Nutrition
Teaches the basics of nutrition and how a healthy diet can boost energy, help you
lose weight, and even manage certain conditions such as type II diabetes, arthritis,
and heart disease.
Cost: $84
Location: EGC
Mondays 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
6/1-6/22, 9/14-10/5, 10/19-11/9
Living Gluten-Free
Covers the basic principles and motivations for living gluten-free, as well as the
impact of gluten on the brain and overall health. Includes a discussion of celiac disease.
Cost: $84
Location: EGC
Tuesdays 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
6/2-6/23, 9/15-10/6, 10/20-11/10
Nutrition for Health Science Professionals
Focuses on the fundamentals of nutrition including the role of macro and micro
nutrients, vitamins, minerals, basic physiology of the gastrointestinal tract, the role of
each organ in the digestive system, and the basics of inflammation and cancer.
Cost: $84
Location: EGC
Wednesdays 5:00 p.m. -7:00 p.m.
6/3-6/24, 9/16-10/7, 10/21-11/11
Alterations
Covers the most frequently requested alterations, including hems,
seams, waists, tapering, zippers, sleeves, cuffs, and plackets.
Cost: $359
Location: EGC
Thursdays 5:00 p.m. - 09:00 p.m.
6/25-8/13
Screen Printing
Introduces the techniques, tools and processes necessary for silk
screening and printing.
Cost: $144
Location: OSG
Fridays 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
9/11-9/18, 10/23-10/30
Photography
TBA-Check website for future listings.
Upholstery
Automotive Upholstery
Covers fundamentals of reupholstering a bucket or bench automotive seat, including
sewing, layout, pattern building, modification, disassembly and installation.
Cost: $389
Location: OSG
Saturdays 1:30 p.m. - 06:30 p.m.
9/12/15-10/31/15
Furniture Upholstery
Provides upholstery fundamentals, including tacking, patterning, design, construction
and various upholstery processes.
Cost: $359
Location: OSG
Saturdays 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
8/22-10/17, 10/24-12/12
(Note:10/24-12/12 class is one week short due to Thanksgiving. Make up class dates TBA)
Tuesdays 5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Wednesdays 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Thursdays 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
8/25-10/13, 10/20-12/15
8/26-/10/14, 10/21-12/16
8/27-10/15, 10/29-12/16
(Note:10/29-12/16 class is one week short due to campus closure. Make up class dates TBA)
Sewing and Screen Printing
Creative Sewing
Work on unfinished or new sewing projects using sewing machines (industrial and
domestic), sergers, computerized embroidery technologies.
Cost: $359
Locations: CEC
Tuesdays 5:40 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
9/15-11/17 10 week course
Location: OSG
Tuesdays 10:00 a.m - 2:30 p.m.
9/15-11/3 8 week course
Beginning Sewing
Introduction to sewing, including the use of a sewing machine and serger, fabric and
pattern selection, pattern layout, and construction methods in order to make clothing
alterations, home projects, and unique gifts.
Cost: $359
Location: OSG
Wednesdays 5:40 p.m. - 09:00 p.m.
9/16-11/18
The Green Scene Fashion Upcycling
Provides the skills to repurpose and reinvent clothes from your closet or thrift store,
including designing, sewing, fitting and patterning.
Cost: $224
Location: EGC
Mondays 5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
6/22-7/13, 7/20 - 8/10, 8/24-9/21
(Note: No class on 9/7-holiday)
Costume Studio
Covers the principles of costume design such as draping, drafting, and patterning.
Cost: $224
Location: EGC
Tuesdays 5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
6/23-7/14, 7/21-8/11, 10/6-10/27
Advanced Draping
Provides practice and exposure to new and familiar techniques and designs in order
to advance your draping skills. Intermediate level. 3-5 years of experience.
Cost: $224
Location: EGC
Wednesdays 5:00 p.m. -9:00 p.m.
6/24-7/15, 7/22 - 8/12, 11/4-12/2
(Note: No class on 11/25 due to holiday)
Visit EmilyGriffith.edu/CE as
new classes are added often.
Note: Some classes require tools, supplies or
equipment. Check website for details.
KEY
Workshop Hybrid -
One day class
Combination of online and classroom
formats
Online Computer based format
All classes are multiple sessions unless otherwise noted.
Check website for details.
Location Code:
EGC - 1860 Lincoln Street, Denver
OSG - 1205 Osage Street, Denver
CEC - 2650 Eliot Street, Denver
Emily Griffith Technical College | EmilyGriffith.edu | Continuing Education Catalog 2015