Business, Finance & Law   

This hands-on, two-session class introduces small business owners and nonprofit staff to email marketing using Mailchimp, one of the most widely used and trusted email platforms for beginners. Designed for non-coders, the course focuses on practical, drag-and-drop tools to plan, design, and send effective emails. Students will learn email marketing fundamentals including list building and management, spam and compliance basics, visual design best practices, and email planning. We will cover how to set up and test campaigns, create a simple welcome email series, track open and click-through rates, and create and embed a signup form on a website.

Dive into the fascinating world of aquaponics—a sustainable system where fish and plants thrive together in perfect balance! This engaging online class will introduce participants to the essentials of building and maintaining a home or small-scale aquaponics system.
You’ll learn what components are needed—from tanks and grow beds to pumps and plumbing—and discover where to find affordable, reliable materials locally or online. We’ll explore multiple setup designs, from simple backyard systems to more complex indoor arrangements, so you can choose the model that best fits your goals and space. Through guided discussion and demonstrations, we’ll examine how aquaponics works, the biology of the system, and how to select compatible species. We’ll also touch on the business and sustainability side—including how to market your organically grown herbs, flowers, or produce at local farmers’ markets or community outlets.

7.5 Washington Educator STEM clock hours are available for this course. To request clock hours, please email continuinged@olympic.com before course completion. 

This intermediate-level class is designed for small business owners who already have basic experience using Canva and want to expand into video content for social media. In this one-evening workshop, students will learn how to create engaging short-form videos for platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok using Canva Pro. Topics include working with video templates, editing clips, adding text animations, music, and brand elements, and formatting videos for different platforms. We will also cover basic video storytelling, pacing, and best practices to help videos feel polished and professional without advanced editing software. Students should bring a laptop and have access to a Canva Pro account, as this is hands-on project based class.

Build a strong foundation in workplace safety with OSHA 10, the nationally recognized introduction to general industry safety standards. In this course, you’ll learn the core requirements of the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA), understand workers’ rights and employer responsibilities, and identify common hazards that affect entry‑level employees. Whether you’re preparing for a new job or strengthening safety awareness in your current role, this training boosts your confidence and keeps you compliant.

Successful participants earn an official OSHA 10 certification—an immediate advantage in any safety‑focused environment.