If your goal is to become a published freelance writer by selling a magazine article, short story, poem, or even a novel to a traditional publisher, this comprehensive workshop will guide you to, then past the editor's desk. You will discover how to: become a “published” writer overnight, submit manuscripts the correct way, find the right publisher for your work, write irresistible query letters, determine when and how to get an agent, 100 ways to make money as a freelance writer. If you really want to succeed, this step-by-step workshop is a must! A detailed tutorial will be emailed to set up your free Zoom account, then the webinar login information and materials will be sent the day of class.

Online blogging is a great way to get the word out about you, your service, your product, or information you want to share! You will learn step-by-step how to: start a FREE blog with WordPress, choose a blog template, emphasize your blog content with a creative name, use your unique voice to share your expertise, connect your domain/website. You will also learn how to earn an income with your blog, including links to other websites and advertising on your blog, as well as increase your internet ranking. A detailed tutorial will be emailed to set up your free Zoom account, then the webinar login information and materials will be sent the day of class.

Have you seen ads telling you how to become a shopper, but only if you send them a lot of money? You do not have to pay to begin your new career in this exciting field. You will learn how to sign up with many legitimate mystery shopping companies WITHOUT FEES, avoid the pitfalls and scams, create a required mystery shopping resume and profile, and take care of legalities and taxes regarding this income. You will leave with a list of 25 legitimate companies to work for. A detailed tutorial will be emailed to set up your free Zoom account, then the webinar login information and materials will be sent the day of class.

Tired of working for someone else? Do you need to make more money? Turn your talents and hobbies into profits by starting a home business. Taught by a Chamber of Commerce Past President and award winning business owner, this is probably the most comprehensive business start up workshop you will ever find. You will discover:

* more than 250 legitimate home business ideas

* mandatory legal documentation

* many ways to market your product/service

* how to take tax deductions (this workshop included!)

If you really want to succeed in a home business, this step-by-step session is a must! A detailed tutorial will be emailed to set up your free Zoom account, then the webinar login information and materials will be sent the day of class.

Self Publishing is all the rage, but is it the best option for YOU? (participants must attend “Beginner’s Guide to Getting Published”) And, can you do both? You will discover the pros and cons of all the self publishing options, including print-on-demand and e-book publishing, as well as Amazon options. You will leave with a rated description of 50 self publishing companies. A detailed tutorial will be emailed to set up your free Zoom account, then the webinar login information and materials will be sent the day of class.

Washington State Certified Flaggers are responsible for the safety of workers and the public in work zones. Always emphasizing safety, this class will address how to establish authority and confidence while using proper signals, wearing the proper attire and being prepared for all weather conditions. At the end of the class students will take an open book exam; students with a passing score of 80% or better will receive their Flagger card at the end of the course. The Flagger certification card is good for 3 years and recognized in Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Montana. Students must be 18 years or older; please bring a valid Drivers License or State I.D on the day of the course.

Washington State Certified Flaggers are responsible for the safety of workers and the public in work zones. Always emphasizing safety, this class will address how to establish authority and confidence while using proper signals, wearing the proper attire and being prepared for all weather conditions. At the end of the class students will take an open book exam; students with a passing score of 80% or better will receive their Flagger card at the end of the course. The Flagger certification card is good for 3 years and recognized in Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Montana. Students must be 18 years or older; please bring a valid Drivers License or State I.D on the day of the course.

Washington State Certified Flaggers are responsible for the safety of workers and the public in work zones. Always emphasizing safety, this class will address how to establish authority and confidence while using proper signals, wearing the proper attire and being prepared for all weather conditions. At the end of the class students will take an open book exam; students with a passing score of 80% or better will receive their Flagger card at the end of the course. The Flagger certification card is good for 3 years and recognized in Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Montana. Students must be 18 years or older; please bring a valid Drivers License or State I.D on the day of the course.

In this comprehensive session, you will learn about special screenwriting terms and formats for television and the big screen. You will also learn how to plot a story, develop characters, and execute your work in the proper screenwriting format. You will discover the difference between a Treatment, a Spec Script and a Shooting Script and when to do each. And, you’ll get an inside look into the business of selling your script to agents and producers. The instructor is a journalist, author, screenwriter, agent, publisher, and adjunct online Professor of Publishing for Harvard. A detailed tutorial will be emailed to set up your free Zoom account, then the webinar login information and materials will be sent the day of class.

A Lean Fundamentals Certificate provides attendees to be well versed in the foundational elements of the Lean Six Sigma Methodology. Attendees will gain knowledge and skills to lead or assist organizational improvement teams to execute small operational improvement projects within their realm of responsibility. Possessing this certificate builds a foundation for current and future leaders to gain the skills and knowledge to build upon and grow within any industry or organization.

A Lean Fundamentals Certificate provides attendees to be well versed in the foundational elements of the Lean Six Sigma Methodology. Attendees will gain knowledge and skills to lead or assist organizational improvement teams to execute small operational improvement projects within their realm of responsibility. Possessing this certificate builds a foundation for current and future leaders to gain the skills and knowledge to build upon and grow within any industry or organization.

If you can type, then you can make money at home using your computer. Having already learned all about home-based business success (participants must attend “Explore 250 Legitimate Home-Based Business Ideas"), you will then discover how and where to find clients, 50 ways to advertise/market your services, effective home office equipment choices, and 100 ways to make money with a computer. There really is a need for your services, so learn to be your own boss, set your own hours, and make more money. A detailed tutorial will be emailed to set up your free Zoom account, then the webinar login information and materials will be sent the day of class.

Have you ever wanted to talk to a real agent or publisher? Are you tired of having your manuscripts critiqued by non-professionals or paying an editor too much money to change your writing to their voice? Email one page of your in-progress manuscript for an in-class critique of one page of your poetry, article, short story, screenplay, novel, non-fiction book, or children’s book. (Optional: You can then send your manuscript for a professional critique (for a critique fee of $50 for up to 25 double-spaced pages + $1/page thereafter, and a list of publishers/agents who are interested in your type of work.) The instructor is a journalist, author, screenwriter, agent, publisher, and adjunct online Professor of Publishing for Harvard. A detailed tutorial will be emailed to set up your free Zoom account, then the webinar login information and materials will be sent the day of class.

Learn how to save $$$ every day with extreme couponing. Coupons are NOT just for groceries. The savings can add up to HUNDREDS or even THOUSANDS of dollars every year. This comprehensive workshop will teach you: where to find all different types of coupons, even for high ticket items, how to find the best coupon apps and websites, how to match coupons with sales for maximum savings. This workshop is taught by someone who has used many couponing secrets to save thousands. A detailed tutorial will be emailed to set up your free Zoom account, then the webinar login information and materials will be sent the day of class.

A Six Sigma Tools Level 1 Certificate provides attendees to be well versed in the basic data analysis elements of the Lean Six Sigma Methodology. Attendees will gain knowledge and skills to develop data collection plans and analysis, interpretation, and actions to assist with improvement projects within any industry and organization. This hands on workshop will teach the correct application and usage of descriptive statistics, sampling to obtain significance and data reliability. Attendees will use tools to understand normality, stability, variation, and process capability so teams can establish baseline metrics, targets, and goals for operational improvements. Other topics covered are run charts, ANOVA, P-values, T-test, Moods Median and Root Cause Analysis. The skills acquired in this workshop can be applied to any Lean Six Sigma improvement project, large or small. Possessing this certificate builds a foundation for current and future leaders to gain the skills and knowledge to build upon and grow within any industry or organization. 

A Six Sigma Tools Level 1 Certificate provides attendees to be well versed in the basic data analysis elements of the Lean Six Sigma Methodology. Attendees will gain knowledge and skills to develop data collection plans and analysis, interpretation, and actions to assist with improvement projects within any industry and organization. This hands on workshop will teach the correct application and usage of descriptive statistics, sampling to obtain significance and data reliability. Attendees will use tools to understand normality, stability, variation, and process capability so teams can establish baseline metrics, targets, and goals for operational improvements. Other topics covered are run charts, ANOVA, P-values, T-test, Moods Median and Root Cause Analysis. The skills acquired in this workshop can be applied to any Lean Six Sigma improvement project, large or small. Possessing this certificate builds a foundation for current and future leaders to gain the skills and knowledge to build upon and grow within any industry or organization. 

You don’t need a journalism degree or previously published articles to write for anyone’s online blog, magazine, or website. Some opportunities offer exposure, while many pay well -- $1 a word and more. In this fast-paced session, you will learn how to: find ideas, sources, and more than 1,000 opportunities that pay, conduct interviews and create interesting content, protect your copyright, write query letters, and then use this credibility to sell other articles or even your self published novel. A detailed tutorial will be emailed to set up your free Zoom account, then the webinar login information and materials will be sent the day of class.

Want to learn about Microsoft Excel? This course serves as an introduction to the use of Microsoft Excel spreadsheet software for home and office. In this course you will learn about spreadsheet software and how to use a spreadsheet as a productive and useful tool. Prerequisite: computer literacy and file management skills are strongly recommended. This is a non-credit addition to a quarter-long, credit bearing course and not eligible for college credit. Assignments and assessments will not be graded and are not required as a part of this course. If you would like to take this course for college credit, please visit the SVC Course Catalog to sign up.

Do you want to learn more about Microsoft Access? Join this introductory course where you will learn an introduction to the use of microcomputer database software for home and office. This course provides an understanding of database software in general and Microsoft Access in particular, as a productive and useful tool. Prerequisite: computer literacy and file management skills are strongly recommended. This is a non-credit addition to a quarter-long, credit bearing course and not eligible for college credit. Assignments and assessments will not be graded and are not required as a part of this course. If you would like to take this course for college credit, please visit the SVC Course Catalog to sign up. 

Have you heard of Lean Six Sigma and want to learn more? Engage in this free workshop for a basic understanding of Lean Six Sigma principles.