Learn to manufacture vaccines and other therapeutic products for the growing biotechnology industry in just 10 weeks - no degree or science background required. Upon completion, graduates will be prepared for entry-level roles at regional biomanufacturing companies with competitive wages. ESL level 6. 

Through hands-on training, participants will gain the knowledge and skills needed for entry-level technician roles in regional biomanufacturing companies. Two common career pathways include:

• Manufacturing Process Technician – Operate and maintain equipment in sterile manufacturing areas while following procedures to ensure product quality. Starting wage is $22.98/hour.

• Environmental Monitoring Technician – Monitor air and surface cleanliness in cleanroom environments to ensure safe production of injectable drug products. Starting wage is $19.26/hour.

Students who choose either the Process Technician or Environmental Monitoring path will undergo an interview process before starting a paid internship (approximately 6-10 weeks, TBD) immediately after completing the program. Upon successful completion, they will transition into a full-time role.

Modality: Online with in person lab days at Spokane Community College. 

Learn how to have more successful relationships with difficult bosses, co-workers, students, neighbors, or relatives. Feel confidnt in interactions and develop skills to maintain productive communication no matter who is involved. These skills are great for expanding your network, avoiding conflict, and promoting collaboration. Self-paced.

Hours to Complete: 24 hours

Duration of Access: 3 months

If you're interested in learning how to come up with jokes or witticisms on the fly, liven up dull material for an audience, or make a living as a comedy writer - this course will get you going! Once you've learned some of the methods of creating humor, you'll be ready to apply it to all aspects of your life. Punch up speeches and presentations so that the audience is instantly on your side. Mix laughter with learning in the classroom and watch your students' attention spans grow. Add some humor to your web page and make the hit numbers explode as word gets out. Learning should be fun, and this course is no exception. Filled with opportunities to laugh as you learn, this course promises to be an entertaining and informative experience. Instructor moderated. 

Hours to Complete: 24

Duration of Access: 6 weeks

This course is your secret weapon to becoming a star manager leading a superstar team in this different, remote, and socially distanced world. You will explore critical topics of communication, collaboration, culture, and diversity; examine organizational structure and support; learn new techniques for recruiting, hiring, and onboarding remotely; and tackle team productivity, effective feedback, and conflict issues. Self-paced. 

Hours to Complete: 24

Duration of Access: 3 months

Learn the secrets of effective public speaking and small group communication. In this course, you will discover how to talk confidently and persuasively to both large audiences and small groups. You will also learn how to plan and deliver your presentations skillfully and how to manage one of the most common public speaking barriers - fear. You'll learn the secrets to presenting a speech, how to handle questions and manage conflict in meetings, and even how to shine in a job interview. You will get tips for training your voice and learn how to use both verbal and nonverbal communication effectively. Sedlf-paced. 

Hours to Complete: 24

Duration of Access: 3 months