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This course is designed for the artist and/or hobbyist and will cover welding safety, MIG welding and plasma cutting. Various techniques of metal forming and design will be covered. Methods of instruction will include lectures on principles of safety practices, welding and cutting processes, shielding gasses, and filler metals. Open to students 16 years of age and older.

Please see material list for class by clicking here. Estimated supply cost is $100 - $150.

Our ceramics courses are designed for students from all levels- from the absolute beginner to experienced potters and sculptors. Classes are held in our beautiful, fully equipped studio. Eighteen potter's wheels, a slab roller, canvas covered work tables, ample storage space and the use of studio tools as well as clay, glaze, and firings are all included in the course fee. All that is missing is you! Open to students ages 15 and up. Parent/guardian must sign up and accompany student if they are under 16 years of age.

Please do not bring in any outside clay or glazes as they may not be compatible with our ceramic studio materials. Classes may include students from multiple sessions.

This course is designed for the artist and/or hobbyist and will cover welding safety, MIG welding and plasma cutting. Various techniques of metal forming and design will be covered. Methods of instruction will include lectures on principles of safety practices, welding and cutting processes, shielding gasses, and filler metals. Open to students 16 years of age and older.

Please see material list for class by clicking here. Estimated supply cost is $100 - $150.

Our ceramics courses are designed for students from all levels- from the absolute beginner to experienced potters and sculptors. Classes are held in our beautiful, fully equipped studio. Eighteen potter's wheels, a slab roller, canvas covered work tables, ample storage space and the use of studio tools as well as clay, glaze, and firings are all included in the course fee. All that is missing is you! Open to students ages 15 and up. Parent/guardian must sign up and accompany student if they are under 16 years of age.

Please do not bring in any outside clay or glazes as they may not be compatible with our ceramic studio materials. Classes may include students from multiple sessions.

This class prepares students to receive a Flagger Certification card, which is valid for three years in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Montana. Students must be at least 18 years old and bring a valid State ID card or Driver's 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% to receive your certification.

Course Details:

• The class is full-day for full certification and partial-day for recertification. We do not offer shorter recertification classes at this time unless you request Customized Training for a full class of recertifications. Contact communityed@pencol.edu or 360-417-5683 for more information.
• Students receive a 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.

Slow down and see the world with fresh eyes through the art of nature journaling. Using watercolor and pencil, you'll learn simple techniques to sketch and paint what you observe - starting with photo references before heading outdoors to practice in real time. The lush College Campus provides the perfect setting to explore plants, trees, landscapes, and seasonal changes with curiosity and creativity. This class is ideal for travelers, backyard naturalists, or anyone who loves to draw closer to nature.

All supplies included: a watercolor travel journal, compact palette, water brush pen, paints, and writing tools.

Would you like to move more freely, reduce stress, and support your overall health and well-being? Qigong has helped people improve balance, flexibility, relaxation, and vitality for centuries.

In this gentle, slow-paced class, you'll learn foundational Qigong practices that cultivate and circulate internal energy (chi) to support physical and mental wellness. Instruction includes proper posture, relaxed breathing, balanced movement, and techniques for developing greater body awareness and self-healing. All exercises can be adapted to individual abilities, making the class accessible to beginners and experienced practitioners alike.

Begin your Qigong journey and experience a greater sense of ease, energy, and well-being.

Open to students ages 16 and older.

Learning Outcomes:

• By the end of class students will understand and have experienced using Qigong for health and healing.
• Students will leave class with a set of practices that they can continue to use in their daily life to promote radiant, health, a calm mind, and greater self-awareness.

The art of belly dance is rooted in rich folk tradition. In this 4-week class, you’ll learn fundamental belly dance technique along with the distinctive folkloric movements, rhythms, and stylization of the vibrant style known as Saidi. Whether you’re brand new or have experience in the art, this class offers layered instruction so everyone can grow at their own pace in a supportive, welcoming environment.

Learn about the geological forces that shaped the Olympic Peninsula. Classroom presentations will be followed with an extensive field trip to important geological sites (Dungeness Spit, Hurricane Ridge, and Tongue Point). Students will view not only the natural beauty of the region, but also see first-hand the rocks and geological structures and landforms of the area. We'll also look at tide pools at Tongue Point, and we have often seen black bears along Hurricane Ridge Road. Great class for hikers, naturalists, rock hounds, and anyone wanting to connect to this area's geological treasures!

Weather permitting, students are invited to stay after class for a potluck BBQ at Log Cabin Resort, Lake Crescent.

Appropriate for adults and youth 12+ with parent/guardian also enrolled. 

View Student Learning Outcomes and CEU procedures. 

Students enrolled in our Filmmaking Class will receive an exciting introduction to the craft of storytelling through film. Create short promotions and marketing for your business or organization, develop a community-based documentary, or produce your own personal project. Each student will have the opportunity to write, direct, shoot and edit their own short project to be screened at the conclusion of the class. Open to students 16 years of age and older.

Class is in-person on the Port Angeles Campus. All film and editing equipment is provided. 

Explore the geology of three popular beaches on the Olympic Peninsula. An evening classroom presentation with rock lab will be followed by a field trip to Beach 4 (south of Ruby Beach), Ruby Beach, and Rialto Beach (west of Forks). Students will caravan to field trip locations starting at the Forks Campus, and details will be discussed during the classroom portion. Weather permitting, students are invited to stay after class for a potluck BBQ on Rialto Beach. 

Great class for hikers, naturalists, rock hounds, or anyone wanting to connect to this area's geological treasures! 

Appropriate for adults and youth 12+ with parent/guardian also enrolled. 

Class includes CEUs for students who meet attendance requirements. View Student Learning Outcomes. 

This class prepares students to receive a Flagger Certification card, which is valid for three years in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Montana. Students must be at least 18 years old and bring a valid State ID card or Driver's 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% to receive your certification.

Course Details:

• The class is full-day for full certification and partial-day for recertification. We do not offer shorter recertification classes at this time unless you request Customized Training for a full class of recertifications. Contact communityed@pencol.edu or 360-417-5683 for more information.
• Students receive a 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.

Learn about the geological forces that shaped the Olympic Peninsula. Classroom presentations will be followed with an extensive field trip to important geological sites (Dungeness Spit, Hurricane Ridge, and Tongue Point). Students will view not only the natural beauty of the region, but also see first-hand the rocks and geological structures and landforms of the area. We'll also look at tide pools at Tongue Point, and we have often seen black bears along Hurricane Ridge Road. Great class for hikers, naturalists, rock hounds, and anyone wanting to connect to this area's geological treasures!

Weather permitting, students are invited to stay after class for a potluck BBQ at Log Cabin Resort, Lake Crescent.

Appropriate for adults and youth 12+ with parent/guardian also enrolled. 

View Student Learning Outcomes and CEU procedures. 

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. Certification is offered through Wilderness Medical Associates International (WMA). Do you already have your WFR and need re-certification? Learn about upcoming WFR Recertification courses. 

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This 5-day hybrid option (as opposed to the traditional 7-10 day WFR) is best for those who can commit to intensive pre-course study which introduces all the general concepts needed before the 5-days of on-site review and hands-on practice in class. The 5 days in class involve intensive patient assessment drills, practice scenarios, simulated events with extensive debriefs and case studies. There is increased emphasis on prolonged patient care/monitoring, critical thinking and evacuation decisions. It is recommended that students register two to three weeks prior to the course to ensure adequate time to complete the e-learning section. 

Open to students 18 years of age and older. 

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
• Addressing common medical conditions in the backcountry setting
• Documentation
• Medical legal considerations

 

Pre-course Work Technology Requirements

• High speed Internet Access and a computer with:
  • PDF Reader o Anti-Virus Software
  • Internet Browser (latest version of Chrome, Firefox, or Edge). Note- the system is NOT compatible with Safari.

 

Certification is valid for 3 years and includes Adult, child and infant CPR following AHA/ILCOR standards. To re-certify take the WFR Recert course or a repeat WFR course before your cert expires. Class includes 30+ hours online pre-class study and testing + 45 hours on-site.

Build on your belly dance foundation with new combinations, rhythms, and cultural context.

Explore music, props, and regional styles through movement, light choreography, and discussion.

All are welcome - some belly dance experience is helpful, but not required.

Adults 18+ only.

Jazz Ensemble Audition

Sign up for the Jazz Ensemble Audition. The auditions are $0 cost and will be held on the Port Angeles Campus. Once auditions are over we will notify and complete registration for approved students. Contact Marge Rosen at mrosen@pencol.edu for more details about the audition.

Jazz Ensemble Course

Students must have prior experience playing in a jazz ensemble at the high school level or better. Instructor permission required. New students must sign for the Jazz Audition. 

Course Dates

• Tuesdays October 6 - December 8
• Evening 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
• Class Fee $155.00
• In-Person at the Port Angeles Campus

Study jazz styles through performance of jazz literature. Emphasis on development of jazz interpretation and improvisational skills and techniques. Nine weekly rehearsals and one required concert.

The 100% Totally Improvised Musical! This fall, join the silliness when IMPROV meets a LIVE BAND!

Whether acting or technical theater is your passion, REGISTER for drama at Peninsula College and become a part of the team that produces the 100% TOTALLY IMPROVISED MUSICAL! Students enrolled in this course study the history of theater along with the stagecraft of how to produce live theater from the standpoint of the actor, designer, and playwright.

Students are invited to audition for the Musical and attend. Rehearsal times are generally 5 - 7pm, twice a week. Specific days will be finalized once the show is cast. 

Student Learning Objectives:

• Apply Aristotle’s six traditional parts of drama: plot, character, theme, diction, music, and spectacle in relation to excerpts from several significant plays/films.
• List and explain traits that theatre shares with other kinds of performance.
• Describe the basic process of script development and key elements of plot structure.
• Apply basic performance skills, with a focus on “honesty” in character development and action.
• Explain how design and technical production areas enhance and support a performance.
• List and explain traits of theatre itself including configurations and stage shapes.
• Practice costume and set design.
• Perform a monologue and/or duet.
• Write and/or perform a two person scene.
   

This class is conducted entirely in French. It is a mixture of grammar, culture pronunciation, listening and speaking. It includes readings from authors of the French speaking world such as Camus, Abdellah Taia, Orsenna, Yourcenar, etc.

Required materials:

• The Ultimate French Review and Practice, 4th Edition; ISBN 978-1-260-45241-9
• Léon l’Africain by the Lebanese writer Amin Maalouf ISBN 978-2709604932
   

This class is mostly conducted in Spanish at an intermediate level. It is a mixture of grammar, culture pronunciation, listening and speaking. It includes readings from authors of the Spanish speaking world such as García Márquez, Cortázar, Borges, García Lorca, etc.

Required Materials:

• Practice Makes Perfect - Complete Spanish Grammar - 4th Edition by Gilda Nissenberg; ISBN 9781260463156
   

This class is conducted entirely in Spanish at an advanced level. It is a mixture of grammar, culture pronunciation, listening and speaking. It includes readings from authors of the Spanish speaking world such as García Márquez, Cortázar, Borges, García Lorca, etc.

Required Materials:

• Practice Makes Perfect - Complete Spanish Grammar - 4th Edition by Gilda Nissenberg; ISBN 9781260463156
   

Try Tai Chi, a moving meditation that naturally reduces stress while improving circulation, balance, health, and more.

Healing Tai Chi has been practiced for thousands of years by many Asian cultures. The practice of these "soft" movement may have numerous health benefits, including an increased sense of relaxation, improved blood flow, muscle tone, and better balance. The course includes demonstrations and exercises; students will have lots of practice performing Tai Chi forms and Tai Chi stretches

Students 14 years and older may enroll if accompanied by a parent or adult guardian over 18 registered and participating in the same class.

This all-levels class combines yoga postures, breathing exercise, meditation, and relaxation to help improve strength, flexibility, balance, concentration, and stress management. Classes will focus on building a strong foundation based on the principles of alignment, so expect an emphasis on simplicity, repetition, and ease of movement. This experience is suitable for those new to yoga as well as seasoned practitioners seeking a continued understanding of basic yoga poses. Participants should dress in comfortable layered clothing they can move freely in. A limited number of yoga mats and props are available to borrow, so you're encouraged to bring your own if you have them.

Beginner-friendly, hands-on class introduces basic techniques of quilting and is excellent for people with little to no prior sewing experience. Students will learn the process of fabric selection and preparation, accurate measuring and rotary cutting, and piecing using their own sewing machine. The course will cover the essential steps to create a lap-size quilt, while providing a solid foundation for future quilting adventures. All levels of experience are welcome. Open to adults and students ages 16+. 

Required:

While the instructor can provide some fabric that has been donated, students are responsible for all of their own supplies. Please see supply list. 

Our ceramics courses are designed for students from all levels- from the absolute beginner to experienced potters and sculptors. Classes are held in our beautiful, fully equipped studio. Eighteen potter's wheels, a slab roller, canvas covered work tables, ample storage space and the use of studio tools as well as clay, glaze, and firings are all included in the course fee. All that is missing is you! Open to students ages 15 and up. Parent/guardian must sign up and accompany student if they are under 16 years of age.

Please do not bring in any outside clay or glazes as they may not be compatible with our ceramic studio materials. Classes may include students from multiple sessions.

This course is designed for the artist and/or hobbyist and will cover welding safety, MIG welding process, plasma cutting, and mechanical cutting. Various techniques of metal forming and design will be covered. Methods of instruction will include lectures on principles of safety practices, welding and cutting processes, shielding gasses, and filler metals. Open to students 16 years of age and older.

Please see material list for class by clicking here. Estimated supply cost is $150-$200

Try Tai Chi, a moving meditation that naturally reduces stress while improving circulation, balance, health, and more.

Healing Tai Chi has been practiced for thousands of years by many Asian cultures. The practice of these "soft" movement may have numerous health benefits, including an increased sense of relaxation, improved blood flow, muscle tone, and better balance. The course includes demonstrations and exercises; students will have lots of practice performing Tai Chi forms and Tai Chi stretches

Students 14 years and older may enroll if accompanied by a parent or adult guardian over 18 registered and participating in the same class.

Continue learning the third most commonly used language in the United States, American Sign Language! Build on the basics in this continuation class. This is a great class if you've taken ASL for Beginners 1 with us, or if you have some foundational knowledge of ASL including the alphabet, numbers and greetings. 

Open to students 16 years of age and up. 

Please see Student Learning Outcomes and CEU Process. 

This level focuses on increasing Spanish vocabulary and using interactive practice of pronunciation through dialogue and role-play. Students develop meaningful appreciation and an understanding of grammatical concepts. To complement the language skills, the student will acquire survival key points for traveling and knowledge about the cuisine of Spanish-speaking cultures. This course now includes access to Canvas for easy reference to learning documents!

Prerequisite: Spanish Language 1 or equivalent experience. Students with some basic Spanish speaking experience are welcome and encouraged to sign up for this class. Students will learn how to express opinions and have basic casual conversations, understand familiar topics, and hold conversations about routines, travels, experiences and hobbies.

Open to students 16 years of age and up, or by permission by instructor. Students taking this class for Continuing Education Units (CEUs) must attend 80% of classes. Email communityed@pencol.edu for your CEU Verification Letter at the completion of class.

Learning Outcomes:

• Build on basic sentence structure 
• Emphasis on conversation 
• Grammar and vocabulary 
• Cultural immersion 
• Practical application scenarios  

Our ceramics courses are designed for students from all levels- from the absolute beginner to experienced potters and sculptors. Classes are held in our beautiful, fully equipped studio. Eighteen potter's wheels, a slab roller, canvas covered work tables, ample storage space and the use of studio tools as well as clay, glaze, and firings are all included in the course fee. All that is missing is you! Open to students ages 15 and up. Parent/guardian must sign up and accompany student if they are under 16 years of age.

Please do not bring in any outside clay or glazes as they may not be compatible with our ceramic studio materials. Classes may include students from multiple sessions.

This class explores various guitar techniques through the medium of ensemble playing. Students grow their guitar and musicianship skills while playing music together from a variety of genres (everything from Baroque to The Beatles!)

Prerequisites: Students must be able to read music and have prior guitar experience.  If you are unsure if this course is for you, feel free to reach out to the instructor at jbrown@pencol.edu.

Required: Students must have a classical or acoustic guitar.

Everyone has a story. Have you always wanted to write your story? If you already have a body of work, a collection of essays, or even a memoir manuscript in hand, you will enjoy this class. Beginners are welcome too. Through writing exercises and prompts, you'll be able to dig deep into your story and make it universally important to the ones you love and the world. Wherever you are in your life or on your writing journey you will appreciate your fellow writer and having an experienced writer, teacher, and mentor. In this supportive classroom setting, you’ll share your writing and engage in constructive feedback with peers to improve your writing.

Open to students 16 years of age and older.

A glass-tastic journey awaits beginning students and those needing refresher lessons. With step-by-step instruction, you will learn how to score, cut, break, grind, add copper foil, and solder to create stained glass masterpieces. With a limit of only 12 students, you will receive one-on-one help throughout your journey. Come see what all the sparkle is about! All materials are included - just bring your passion for art and get ready to create dazzling masterpieces that will leave everyone in awe! 

Open to adults and youth ages 14+ if accompanied by a parent/guardian also enrolled in the course. All equipment and materials provided.

Capture the world around you - whether it's your backyard or a far-off travel destination - with charming mini-landscapes in watercolor and ink. We'll begin by working from photographs, learning step-by-step techniques that make sketching and painting accessible for all levels, with the goal to take our new skills outdoors in the Plein Air style. The College Campus is a beautiful, scenic setting, perfect to observe and paint nature. Mini landscapes are perfect for travel journaling or simply enjoying the art of observation.

All materials provided - including a watercolor travel journal, folding palette, water brush pen, paints, and writing utensils.

This beginner-friendly class introduces the tactile art of ceramic sculpture. You will learn to transform raw clay into functional or decorative pieces using foundational hand-building techniques like pinching, coiling, and slab construction. This course covers everything from construction to glazing.

Classes are held in our beautiful, fully equipped studio. Slab roller, extruder, molds, canvas covered worktables, ample storage space and the use of studio tools as well as clay, glaze, and firings are all included in the course fee. All that is missing is you!

Open to students ages 15 and up. Parent/guardian must sign up and accompany student if they are under 16 years of age.

Please do not bring in any outside clay or glazes as they may not be compatible with our ceramic studio materials. Classes may include students from multiple sessions.

Take your stained glass skills to the next level! In this intermediate course, you’ll design and complete a more intricate and larger stained glass project, building on the fundamentals you’ve already mastered. Learn advanced techniques for scoring, cutting, and assembling glass, and gain confidence creating your own custom patterns from start to finish. Open to adults and youth ages 14+ if accompanied by a parent/guardian also enrolled in the course. All equipment and materials provided.

Pre-req: You must have taken "Learn the Ancient Art of Stained Glass" or have comparable experience (instructor approval).

Build on your existing Spanish skills to reach an intermediate level of comprehension, vocabulary, and idioms. This course strengthens your ability to understand and speak through practical scenarios, encouraging you to apply your skills in real-life contexts. You’ll also enjoy virtual travel experiences that showcase the rich cultures of Spain, Central America, and South America. This course now includes access to Canvas for easy reference to learning documents!

Prerequisite: Spanish Language 2 or equivalent experience. Students with a background who are able to hold a conversation in Spanish are welcome and encouraged to sign up for this class. Students will be taught to negotiate, persuade, request and express themselves effectively. 

Open to students 16 years of age and up, or by permission by instructor. Students taking this class for Continuing Education Units (CEUs) must attend 80% of classes. Email communityed@pencol.edu for your CEU Verification Letter at the completion of class.

Learning Outcomes:

• Enhanced vocabulary 
• Improved communication skills 
• Cultural exploration 
• Develop effective sentence structures
• Practical application scenarios  

Capture the world around you - whether it's your backyard or a far-off travel destination - with charming mini-landscapes in watercolor and ink. We'll begin by working from photographs, learning step-by-step techniques that make sketching and painting accessible for all levels, with the goal to take our new skills outdoors in the Plein Air style. The College Campus is a beautiful, scenic setting, perfect to observe and paint nature. Mini landscapes are perfect for travel journaling or simply enjoying the art of observation.

All materials provided - including a watercolor travel journal, folding palette, water brush pen, paints, and writing utensils.

Learn the third most commonly used language in the United States, American Sign Language! We will start at the beginning and build a foundation in the language and culture of the Deaf in the United States and most of Canada. No previous knowledge of ASL or Deaf culture needed, we will provide you with the basics and build upon those skills.

Open to students 16 years of age and up. 

Please see Student Learning Outcomes and CEU Process.

Want to darken your creative writing, increase the dreadful ambiance of your latest piece, or just learn the conventions and expectations of the modern horror genre? Join local horror author Clay Vermulm to learn the strategies and principles of writing contemporary dark fiction.

Through a scaffolded series of lectures, readings, writing exercises, and film studies, students will analyze and put into practice the writing techniques and genre-specific utilization of story convention as optimized by the best horror writers working today. Some writing experience is helpful, but not required.

Student Learning Outcomes: By the end of class, students should have a firm and comprehensive grasp of the tropes and conventions within the horror genre, the expectations of horror readers and how to subvert them, and how to employ this knowledge in their creative writing to create dark ambiance, tone, setting, and character in whatever story they wish.

Discover the joys of learning Spanish with a native speaker in this engaging 8-week course! You'll build the skills needed to communicate effectively in everyday situations, gaining the confidence to hold simple conversations in Spanish. Whether you're interested in travel, culture, or simply expanding your horizons, this course offers a dynamic environment where you can explore topics that matter to you. This course now includes access to Canvas for easy reference to learning documents!

Students with no Spanish speaking experience are welcome and encouraged to sign up for this class. Students will learn to ask and answer basic questions (name, nationality, preferences) and understand simple, slow speech conversations in predictable contexts. 

Learning Outcomes:

• Elementary Spanish vocabulary and phrases
• Basic grammar
• Emphasis on beginning conversation
• Cultural overview 
• Basic conversation scenarios
   

Join us to start your Spanish language journey and connect with a vibrant culture! Open to students 16 years of age and up, or by permission by instructor. Students taking this class for Continuing Education Units (CEUs) must attend 80% of classes. Email communityed@pencol.edu for your CEU Verification Letter at the completion of class.

If you've already taken Spanish 1, consider signing up for Spanish 2. 

Interested in developing your poetry? This traditional poetry workshop, aimed specifically at peer-critique and navigating online submission platforms, will introduce you to methods of the creative writing workshop, develop an engaged writing community, and provide you with the tools to get your poems published!

By gathering a community of aspiring local writers, exploring the formal elements of successful poems, and emphasizing the methods of the traditional peer-centered writing workshop, this course will engage participants in the refinement of their poetry. With particular attention paid to the processes by which poems come to be published in regional and national literary magazines, this course is for the emerging and enthusiastic poet looking to get their work our into the world. Outside of the formal workshop, we will discuss the various online methods of submitting unpublished work, the particulars of choosing where to send one's work, and the nuances of interfacing with editorial staff. Each class meeting will be suitably divided between the discussion of the formal elements of successful poetry, poetic styles and movements, or navigating submission platforms and a traditional workshop. Theory and practice--each session.

Open to students ages 16 and up! 

Student Learning Outcomes:

• Identify the elements of a strong poem
• Understand their individual creative processes
• Meaningfully engage in peer-critique
• Thoughtfully support peers in the development of their work
• Comfortably navigate online submissions platforms
• Confidently dialogue with editors, readers, and other editorial staff
   

Designed for musicians who have never improvised, are just beginning, or want to make their improvisation more engaging. Improvisation - spontaneous composition - is easy when you tap into knowledge and abilities we all naturally possess.

This class includes real-time interaction between instructor and classmates.

• Ear Training - Learning to recognize and understand what we hear.
• Rhythm - Command of pulse, subdivision, duration, and accents.
• Practice improv drills and exercises in a group performance setting.
• Apply improv skills to jazz standards.

Recommended homework and practice schedule will vary from week to week. Instructor will provide weekly homework assignments and give feedback on student work throughout the course.

Students requirements: Regular attendance and daily exercise is critical for maximizing learning and integration of skills into a student's performances.

There are no prerequisites for this course. Contact Marge Rosen mrosen@pencol.edu for more info. This class is especially good for people who don't think they can improvise. Really!  Open to students 16 years of age or older.

Student Learning Outcomes:

• Build comfort and confidence in soloing
• Use improvisation tools for practicing and applying in solos
• Learn foundational melodic composition concepts
• Apply improv skills to jazz standards
   

Learn a fun and expressive belly dance choreography in this all-levels class! Dancers of all experience levels are welcome as we break down movements step-by-step and build a complete routine. Build your technique, musicality, and confidence in a supportive, encouraging environment. Hip scarves are available to borrow—just come ready to move and have fun!

Join us for a fun and immersive experience—no dance experience required!

Student Learning Objectives:

• Students will learn and dance a full choreographed routine.
• Participants should notice improved balance, muscle control and coordination.
   

Thwaaack!! The sound of an arrow hitting the target, hopefully the 10 ring! Target archery can be enjoyed in a wide variety of ways, from a meditative part of your day all the way to Olympic competition. This class is designed to get students started on what ever archery path they choose.

This class will be hands on, always! Hands on training aids, bows, arrows, targets, range set up will all be part of the class. There will be next to zero talking head time!

We will use basic recurve bows with low draw weight to learn shot mechanics and range procedures. We hope you can attend every class, but the first class is essential to gain the basics needed to proceed with the course. Toward the end of class, student questions about purchasing their own equipment would be addressed.

All equipment and supplies are provided. Students will help set up and take down class materials. This course is for adults 18+. Students should wear soft-sole, closed-toed shoes. 

Student Learning Outcomes:

• Be able to identify the parts of a recurve bow and an arrow.
• Be able to follow archery safety procedures.
• Follow archery range rules.
• Respond to 4 different whistle commands while on the range.
• Commit to memory, and practice the 11 steps to archery success.

Organize, calculate, analyze, revise, update, and present your data in ways that help the decision makers in your organization. This course provides you with a foundation for Excel knowledge and skills, which you can build upon to eventually become an expert in data analysis.

Required: 

• Access to Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Excel for Office 365 (Desktop or Online) Part 1 (appx. $30.12)

Please see CEU procedure and Student Learning Outcomes.
 

This class prepares students to receive a Flagger Certification card, which is valid for three years in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Montana. Students must be at least 18 years old and bring a valid State ID card or Driver's 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% to receive your certification.

Course Details:

• The class is full-day for full certification and partial-day for recertification. We do not offer shorter recertification classes at this time unless you request Customized Training for a full class of recertifications. Contact communityed@pencol.edu or 360-417-5683 for more information.
• Students receive a 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.

Curious about how you can create your own handmade books? Join us as we combine gel plate printing, collage and book-making to make three different books where you can adhere your one-of-a-kind gel printed papers.

In this course we'll dive into gel printing, book making and collage. Through demonstrations and hands on practice, participants will learn about and/or expand their gel printing skills to create papers that they can use in adorning their hand made books.

By the end of this class students will be able to:

1. Create multi layer gel printed papers using the gel plate, acrylic paint and other materials.
2. Fold and assemble three different types of handmade books
3. Use gel printed papers to create collages to adorn the pages of their handmade books"

Wilderness Advanced First Aid (WAFA) builds on everything found in the WFA course with increased emphasis on stabilizing and monitoring someone sick or injured over a longer duration of time, when definitive care (i.e., an ambulance, clinic or hospital) could be more than a few hours or even more than a day away. The WAFA allows time for more intensive patient assessment drills, practice scenarios and case studies.

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
• Addressing common medical conditions in the backcountry setting
• Documentation Medical legal considerations

 

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

Contemporary Cherokee Artist Karen Sixkiller offers beading workshops in collaboration with ʔaʔk̓ʷustəƞáwt̓xʷ House of Learning, Peninsula College Longhouse.

Learn the versatile Brick-Stitch bead weaving method while creating a unique pair of earrings in this hands-on workshop with experienced instructor and Cherokee artist Karen Sixkiller. First learn the basics of Brick-Stitch on large Pony beads, then start your project with standard size 11 seed beads. Finish with a jump ring and earring hooks.

All materials needed to make 1 pair of earrings are included. Appropriate for youth ages 12 and up when enrolled with a parent/guardian over 18.

Are you curious about how artificial intelligence (AI) is shaping our world? Join us for this engaging and accessible community education course designed to demystify AI and help you understand its impact on everyday life. From smart assistants and recommendation systems to powerful tools like ChatGPT, we'll explore how AI works, where it shows up, and how to use it responsibly.

No technical background is required! Discover the history, opportunities, and challenges of AI and gain hands-on experience with practical tools that can improve your personal and professional life. Empower yourself with knowledge in this fascinating field that's changing the world.

By the end of the course, students will be able to:

•  Understand the history, foundations, and evolution of AI.
• Define and explain common AI terms and concepts.
• Identify where AI appears in everyday life.
• Understand the ethical considerations, standards, and risks associated with AI.
• Confidently use AI tools (like ChatGPT) for personal, educational, and professional purposes.
• Develop a personal strategy for engaging with AI thoughtfully and responsibly.

A welcoming introduction to modern and contemporary dance focused on movement fundamentals, musicality, creative exploration, and building confidence moving in space, with no prior dance experience required.
 

Many of us love drawing, but we may feel we don't have the skills. Learn from instructor Andréa Woods who has been teaching art for over 30 yrs. She has developed a step-by-step method to draw what we see with basic shapes and gestures. These principles can be applied to any objects. Come and enjoy drawing! Materials are provided.

What you will learn:

• See how objects are drawn using basic shapes.
• Shading to give dimension.
• Exercises to improve your drawing skills.

This course builds upon the foundational knowledge presented in the Excel 365 Level 1 course and will help start you down the road to creating advanced workbooks and worksheets that can help deepen your understanding of organizational intelligence. The ability to analyze massive amounts of data, extract actionable information from it, and present that information to decision makers is at the foundation of a successful organization that can compete at a high level.

Prerequisite: Excel Level 1 or equivalent experience

Required: 

• Access to Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Excel for Office 365 (Desktop or Online): Part 2 (appx $30.12)

Please see CEU procedure and Student Learning Outcomes.
 

Learn how to use PivotTables to summarize, group, chart and analyze data effectively in Microsoft Excel.

Advances in technology have made it possible to store ever increasing amounts of data. Along with this, the need to analyze that data and gain actionable insight is greater than ever. You already have experience working with Excel and creating basic PivotTables to summarize data. But, Excel can do much more. Being able to harness the power of advanced PivotTable features and create Pivot Charts will help you to gain a competitive edge. You will not only be able to summarize data for you to analyze, but also organize the data in a way that can be meaningfully presented to others. This leads to data-driven business decisions that have a better chance for success for everyone involved. During this class, the instructor demonstrates the concepts while you perform the tasks at the same time.

Required: 

• Microsoft Excel for Office 365/2021: Data Analysis with PivotTables (appx $15.98)
• Access to Microsoft Excel

 

Pre-Requisites: Basic experience with Microsoft Excel.

Please see CEU procedure and Student Learning Outcomes.
 

We are now living in the age of big data. Data is being collected all the time and for increasingly detailed transactions. This can lead to an overwhelming amount of data, which brings about a need for people who can analyze large amounts of data quickly. Fortunately, Excel provides Power Pivot to help you organize, manipulate, and report on your data in the best way possible. Since a tool is only as good as the person using it, it is important to gain a solid understanding of Power Pivot to maximize your effectiveness when analyzing data.

Prerequisite: Excel Level 1 or equivalent experience

Required: 

• Access to Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Excel for Office 365/2021: Data Analysis with Power Pivot (appx. $15.98)

Please see CEU procedure and Student Learning Outcomes.
 

Copilot Chat is a hands on, practical course designed for adults who want to save time, work more efficiently, and feel confident using AI at work and in everyday projects. You'll learn how to use Copilot Chat to analyze files, write and refine content, generate presentations, create images, and automate common tasks - without needing technical or AI experience. Through real world examples and guided practice, you'll discover how to ask better questions, get more useful results, and use Copilot in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Whether you're new to AI or already experimenting, this course helps you turn curiosity into confidence and productivity.

This will be a live, online class offered via Zoom. It is a combination of demonstration and hands-on learning.

Student Learning Outcomes:

• Use Copilot Chat to create effective prompts and extract meaningful insights from documents and messages.
• Apply Copilot in Word to generate, revise, and summarize professional documents.
• Use Copilot in Excel to analyze data, identify trends, and create visual summaries using natural language instructions.
• Build presentations in PowerPoint by generating slides, improving structure, and creating speaker notes with Copilot.
• Improve communication in Outlook by drafting messages, summarizing conversations, and preparing meeting follow ups with Copilot.
• Create and use Copilot agents to automate tasks and support common workflows.
• Generate and refine AI images to support documents, presentations, and creative projects.

This class prepares students to receive a Flagger Certification card, which is valid for three years in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Montana. Students must be at least 18 years old and bring a valid State ID card or Driver's 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% to receive your certification.

Course Details:

• The class is full-day for full certification and partial-day for recertification. We do not offer shorter recertification classes at this time unless you request Customized Training for a full class of recertifications. Contact communityed@pencol.edu or 360-417-5683 for more information.
• Students receive a 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 three years in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Montana. Students must be at least 18 years old and bring a valid State ID card or Driver's 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% to receive your certification.

Course Details:

• The class is full-day for full certification and partial-day for recertification. We do not offer shorter recertification classes at this time unless you request Customized Training for a full class of recertifications. Contact communityed@pencol.edu or 360-417-5683 for more information.
• Students receive a 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.

Zines are hand-made easy to photocopy mini booklets. They have historically been a way for marginalized groups to create stories and publish art and ideas. This class will show you how to make your own while providing accessible ways to get your artistic voice heard. In this class we will create zines based on a theme utilizing one 8.5x11 piece of printer paper divided into eighths and a variety of multi-media mediums (collage, pens, pencils etc.) We will then demonstrate how to scan and prepare your zines for mass printing. Student Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to fold, create and prepare zines for distribution.

How do you grab and maintain an audience's focus when you're asked to present important information? By being clear, organized, and engaging. Today's audiences are tech savvy, accustomed to high-impact multimedia content, and stretched for time. By learning how to use the vast array of features and functionality contained within PowerPoint 365, you will gain the ability to organize your content, enhance it with high-impact visuals, and deliver it with a punch. In this course, you will use PowerPoint 365 to begin creating engaging, dynamic multimedia presentations.

Required: 

• Access to Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft PowerPoint for Office 365 (Desktop or Online): Part 1 (appx $22.82)

Please see CEU procedure and Student Learning Outcomes.

Try Tai Chi, a moving meditation that naturally reduces stress while improving circulation, balance, health, and more.

Healing Tai Chi has been practiced for thousands of years by many Asian cultures. The practice of these "soft" movement may have numerous health benefits, including an increased sense of relaxation, improved blood flow, muscle tone, and better balance. The course includes demonstrations and exercises; students will have lots of practice performing Tai Chi forms and Tai Chi stretches

Students 14 years and older may enroll if accompanied by a parent or adult guardian over 18 registered and participating in the same class.

Want to build something you can brag about? In this rewarding class, Pat Nickerson and Jason Peters will guide you through the process of building a cedar Adirondack chair. The best part? You get to take it home with you! You could even replicate your chair in future home projects. All materials and tools are provided.

Learning Outcomes: Students will build a cedar Adirondack from start to finish using power tools.

Slow down and see the world with fresh eyes through the art of nature journaling. Using watercolor and pencil, you'll learn simple techniques to sketch and paint what you observe - starting with photo references before heading outdoors to practice in real time. The lush College Campus provides the perfect setting to explore plants, trees, landscapes, and seasonal changes with curiosity and creativity. This class is ideal for travelers, backyard naturalists, or anyone who loves to draw closer to nature.

All supplies included: a watercolor travel journal, compact palette, water brush pen, paints, and writing tools.