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Creative problem-solving and effective decision-making skills are essential in today's workplace. Through the use of real-life case studies, discover four primary problem-solving tools, learn a format for group problem-solving, methods for effective decision-making and techniques to minimize conflict and dissension. This course concludes with an interactive problem-solving group exercise. Concepts taught in this course can be applied to all facets of life.

For more information, please refer to our course outline. 

This is the sixth and final course in the Supervision Certificate (6 Class Series).

Training and developing staff is an important function in the HR Generalist's role. In this course you will identify how and why adults learn and discover tips for keeping employees engaged and interested in the learning process. Other topics include performing a needs assessment, selecting the appropriate intervention to meet the identified need and talent development strategies including succession planning.

For more information, please refer to our course outline. 

This is the sixth course in the HR Generalist Certificate Program (8 Class Series).

Wilderness First Aid (WFA) is a great option for those seeking a short but thorough introduction to recognizing emergencies and practicing lifesaving skills for someone sick or injured, and who tend to have short visits to resource-limited environments where definitive care (i.e., an ambulance, clinic or hospital) is less than a day away.

Specific topics include:

• Critical body systems
• System for assessing a patient
• Recognizing emergencies and calling for help
• Stopping a bleed, CPR
• Moving a patient
• Musculoskeletal and spine injuries and splinting
• Wound management
• Recognizing and treating anaphylaxis
• Environmental topics such as lightening, cold and heat-related injuries, water immersion and toxins

Certification is through Wilderness Medical Associates Internation. Certification is valid for 3 years and includes Adult CPR following AHA/ILCOR standards. To re-certify consider upgrading to a Wilderness Advanced First Aid (WAFA) or Wilderness First Responder (WFR), or take another WFA course before your cert expires.

OSHA and other laws require an employer to provide a safe and healthy working environment for their employees. In this course you will review both general and specific requirements and best practices for ensuring a safe and healthy workplace. You will also learn about the roles of OSHA and WISHA, how to manage L&I claims and gain tips on preparing for and dealing with violence in the workplace.

The evolution of technology has changed the way that HR manages many of its functions, including payroll. In this course you will learn the basics of the payroll process, how using HR technology can save time and money for your organization and the growing demand and importance of HR metrics. You will also discover state and federal recordkeeping requirements, what to keep in a personnel file and important HR technology terminology.

For more information, please refer to our course outline. This is the seventh course in the HR Generalist Certificate Program (8 Class Series).

Your Project Management Plan is approved and accepted. What's next? This course shares best practices for implementing and controlling the project to success. Learn how to manage quality, develop and manage a project team, effectively communicate, manage risk and engage stakeholders. Key tools and techniques and valuable tips will be introduced, shared and applied - all to ensure that your project is successful.

For more information, please refer to our course outline. 

Prerequisite: Project Management Basics: Initiating the Project

TEXTBOOKS (available through Amazon)

• Required The PMBOK® Guide - 7th Edition, Project Management Institute, Inc., 2021, ISBN-13: 978-1628256642
• Recommended Project Management Made Simple and Effective, Yeomans, 2016, ISBN-13: 978-1457549816

This is the third required course in the Project Management Certificate Part A (3 Class Series). For complete details about our Project Management Certificate Program, visit our Project Management Certificate overview.

PMBOK® is a registered mark of the Project Management Institute, Inc.

How do you manage the finances of a business? Whether you are an entrepreneur, running a family business, or just looking to advance your career and add to your skill set, this Bookkeeping Certificate will provide you with the knowledge needed to measure, and manage, the financial health of your business. This program focuses on cash basis accounting.

No one will care more about the financial health of your business than you! It's imperative that you understand how the process works and are able to complete the accounting cycle accurately and in a timely fashion. Even if you plan to outsource your bookkeeping needs, you should still understand how the process works. No one should be clueless when it comes to the finances of their business.

For more information on this certificate program, please refer to course objectives and agendas.

Wilderness First Responder (WFR) is the worldwide standard in wilderness medical education and is a great choice for those regularly adventuring or working in remote environments. The WFR certification is a common requirement for outdoor professionals including those working in adventure guiding, ecotourism, search & rescue and more. 

This Hybrid course includes a required e-learning section with at least 12 hours of interactive online learning followed by 16 hours of in-person learning over two days. The e-learning section includes interactive learning modules with videos, readings, self-practice assignments, quizzes, and case studies. It is recommended that students register two to four weeks prior to the course to ensure adequate time to complete the e-learning section. 

Open to adults 18 years and older. Certification is through Wilderness Medical Associates International.

You must be a current WFR graduate to qualify for this recertification class. Please see Curriculum, Requirements and Eligibility.

This class prepares students to receive a Flagger Certification card, which is valid for 3 years in Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Montana. Students must be at least 18 years old and must bring a valid State I.D. Card or Drivers License to the class. There is an open book test at the end of class in which you must have a passing score of 80% in order to receive your certification.

Course Details:

• Class is full-day for full certification and partial-day for recertification. We do not offer recert only classes at this time.
• Students receive Traffic Control Flagger Certification Handbook (yours to keep and reference on the job).
• Students take an open book test at the end of the class.
• Successful completers receive a Flagger Certification Card.
• Students must be at least 18 years of age.

 

This class prepares students to receive a Flagger Certification card, which is valid for 3 years in Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Montana. Students must be at least 18 years old and must bring a valid State I.D. Card or Drivers License to the class. There is an open book test at the end of class in which you must have a passing score of 80% in order to receive your certification.

Course Details:

• Class is full-day for full certification and partial-day for recertification. We do not offer recert only classes at this time.
• Students receive Traffic Control Flagger Certification Handbook (yours to keep and reference on the job).
• Students take an open book test at the end of the class.
• Successful completers receive a Flagger Certification Card.
• Students must be at least 18 years of age.

 

This class prepares students to receive a Flagger Certification card, which is valid for 3 years in Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Montana. Students must be at least 18 years old and must bring a valid State I.D. Card or Drivers License to the class. There is an open book test at the end of class in which you must have a passing score of 80% in order to receive your certification.

Course Details:

• Class is full-day for full certification and partial-day for recertification. We do not offer recert only classes at this time.
• Students receive Traffic Control Flagger Certification Handbook (yours to keep and reference on the job).
• Students take an open book test at the end of the class.
• Successful completers receive a Flagger Certification Card.
• Students must be at least 18 years of age.

 

This class prepares students to receive a Flagger Certification card, which is valid for 3 years in Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Montana. Students must be at least 18 years old and must bring a valid State I.D. Card or Drivers License to the class. There is an open book test at the end of class in which you must have a passing score of 80% in order to receive your certification.

Course Details:

• Class is full-day for full certification and partial-day for recertification. We do not offer recert only classes at this time.
• Students receive Traffic Control Flagger Certification Handbook (yours to keep and reference on the job).
• Students take an open book test at the end of the class.
• Successful completers receive a Flagger Certification Card.
• Students must be at least 18 years of age.

 

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Acquire the skills to manage projects in a variety of industries. Our seven required courses give you the tools and techniques to deliver projects on time and within budget. In Part A, you'll get a broad overview of project management and then delve deeper into the five project management processes: Initiating, Planning, Executing, Monitoring and Controlling and Closing. Courses include team activities, insightful discussion and a toolkit you can immediately utilize. This class is offered in partnership with Green River College.

Please note: Students must complete all seven courses offered in Part A and Part B to earn a Certificate of Completion. If you are interested in registering for an individual course, please reach out to communityed@pencol.edu. 

View program requirements prior to registering.

As an HR Generalist you are expected to be an expert in every human resource function including hiring, compensation, payroll, performance management, employment laws (FMLA, ADA, COBRA, etc.) and much more. Through lecture, discussion and activities, this program will help prepare you to effectively serve in an HR Generalist role. Additionally, you will be equipped with tools to assist you as you encounter situations in today's workplace. This class is offered in partnership with Green River College.

See course requirements and outline.

Say goodbye to the monotony of repetitive tasks and hello to the world of Python scripting! In just six weeks, this course will empower you to automate your daily routines, no prior programming experience necessary. From mastering Python basics like loops and conditionals to manipulating files, Excel spreadsheets, and fetching data from the web, you'll gain invaluable skills. Let Python do the heavy lifting while you focus on what truly matters. Don't miss this opportunity to revolutionize your workflow and reclaim your time!

Pre-Requisites: Students should be comfortable with routine computer-based tasks such as installing software and working with different types of files, but do not need any prior programming experience or courses. Download free e-book https://automatetheboringstuff.com/.

Please see Student Learning Outcomes and CEU process.

It is said, "If you fail to plan, you plan to fail." Discover the 24 key planning processes needed to plan and implement a successful project, and learn the order in which they should occur. Identify the key tools and techniques to effectively plan for scope, schedule, cost, quality, human resources, communications, risk, procurements and stakeholder management. This course keys on both predictive (Waterfall) and adaptive (Agile) planning techniques.

For more information, please refer to our course outline.

Prerequisite: Project Management Basics: Initiating the Project.

TEXTBOOKS (available through Amazon)

• Required: The PMBOK® Guide - 7th Edition, Project Management Institute, Inc., 2021, ISBN-13: 978-1628256642
• Recommended: Project Management Made Simple and Effective, Yeomans, 2016, ISBN-13: 978-1457549816

This is the second required course in the Project Management Certificate Part A (3 Class Series).

For complete details about our Project Management Certificate Program, visit our Project Management Certificate overview.
PMBOK® is a registered mark of the Project Management Institute, Inc.