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Noncredit Courses

Sharpen your skills or hone your craft!

In-Person Professional Development Classes

This course is an introduction to welding technology. Instruction will include arc, wire feed, oxyacetylene welding, oxy-fuel cutting, plasma ore cutting, soldering, Tig welding, safe equipment operation, and introduction to metal lathes, milling machines, and drill presses.
#66231, Watertown High School, 4/9-5/14, Thursday, 5:30-8:30 PM
Unlock the power of AI and enhance your digital presence with our comprehensive course designed for beginners and professionals alike. This course will equip you with the understanding and confidence to harness ChatGPT and AI technologies, optimize your use of the platform, and elevate your graphic design skills using Canva. Whether you’re looking to streamline your social media management or create stunning graphics, this course has you covered.
Eventbrite, Watertown Campus, 4/10-4/24, Fridays, 8:30-10 AM
Build the confidence and skills to lead with purpose from day one. In this interactive boot camp, you’ll learn how to set clear expectations, communicate with impact, and delegate effectively to empower your team. You’ll explore the transition from peer to leader, strengthen trust and accountability, and develop the essential habits that create a positive, engaged workplace culture.
#67278, Watertown Campus, 5/4-5/8, Monday thru Friday, 8 AM-12 PM Instructor: TBD
Basic Life Support Provider CPR is designed to provide a wide variety of healthcare professionals the ability to recognize several life-threatening emergencies, provide CPR, use an AED, and relieve choking in a safe, timely and effective manner.
#66281, Watertown Campus, 3/25, Wednesday, 4:30-9:30 PM
#66283, Watertown Campus, 4/18, Saturday, 8:30 AM-1:30 PM

Enrichment Classes

Safe Sitter® prepares students in grades 6-8 to be safe when they’re home alone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting. Students learn life-saving skills such as how to rescue someone who’s choking, and helpful information like what to do if there’s severe weather. The lessons are filled with fun activities and role-playing exercises. Students even get to use CPR manikins to practice choking rescue and CPR! This course includes friends and family CPR. Please note students do not get certified in CPR.

***Please bring your own lunch, lunch is not provided.
Eventbrite, Watertown Campus, 3/30, Monday, 9 AM - 3:30 PM
Learn the basics of hand lettering and calligraphy! This class will cover the styles, tools, and layout techniques needed to help you to get started on your lettering journey! 4 Classes: 1 hour each
#67621, Watertown Campus, 4/1-4/22, Wednesday, 5-6 PM
Spend some time creating something beautiful — and delicious! Cookie decorating should be equal parts fun, relaxing, and confidence-building. Whether you’re brand new to royal icing or you’ve decorated before, this class is all about learning simple techniques that make a big impact.
#67622, Watertown Campus, 4/20, Monday, 6-7:30 PM
This 24-hour tractor safety course provides youth ages 12-16 with the necessary requirements to be certified for compliance under Wisconsin Act 455 to operate tractors or self-propelled machinery for their own family on public roads. It also meets the requirements for the U.S. Department of Labor pertaining to special provisions made for youth ages 14-15 employed on a farm other than their family farm. This course includes instruction for safe operation of tractors and farm machinery, maintenance and safety checks, hazard recognition and correction, general farm safety knowledge, and a tractor driving skill test. Students must attend all classes in order to be certified. No exceptions will be made.
Future offerings will be posted here
As an introduction to MS Excel spreadsheet software, students will learn to enter data, format spreadsheets, create basic formulas and develop simple charts/graphs. Provides an opportunity to discover various features Excel has to offer while enjoying in-class, instructor-led learning at a pace set by the students. Incorporates opportunities for students to request instruction on specific Excel applications that align with their personal or professional interests.
Future offerings will be posted here

Online and Online Live Professional Development Classes

Take your leadership and communication skills to the next level — one lunch break at a time! Join our TLC Virtual Lunch and Learn Series, where each one-hour session explores a key leadership, teamwork, or communication topic. Each session stands alone — pick the ones that fit your interests and schedule!

Featured TLC Topics:
Preventing Burnout: Tools for Leaders & Teams (2/27)
Emotional Intelligence: Skills for Stronger Leadership (3/6)
Coaching Conversations that Develop People (3/20)
Navigating Difficult Interactions (3/27)
Giving and Receiving Feedback with Confidence (4/3)
Psychological Safety: Creating Teams Where People Can Speak Up (4/10)
The Foundations of Trust in Leadership (4/17)
Working Across Generations: Strengthening Collaboration & Communication (4/24)
Leading Through Change (5/1)

Why Attend?
Practical tools you can apply immediately
Skills to strengthen your leadership and communication
Build trust, resilience, and emotional intelligence
Flexible, one-hour format designed for busy professionals

Earn a digital badge:
Complete at least 10 TLC Series Workshops.
Actively participate in workshop discussions and activities
Demonstrate understanding of key concepts through session application exercises or brief reflections (as determined by the instructor)
Online Live, ongoing through 5/1/26, Friday, 11:30 AM-12:30 PM Instructor: Mary Bjorklund
Step into a safer, more respectful workplace with this essential course on bullying and harassment. Discover the key differences between these behaviors, the legal protections available, and the roles and responsibilities every employee and leader holds in preventing a hostile work environment. Gain practical steps you can take if harassment happens to you, and learn how to be a proactive ally in creating a healthy, positive workplace.
Online, self-paced
Transform your meetings from time-draining obligations into focused, results-driven sessions. In this course, you’ll learn to plan and lead effective meetings that generate ideas, share information, and inspire action. Discover techniques for targeted preparation, purposeful agendas, and productive discussion. Master essential follow-up strategies to ensure accountability and momentum. Perfect for managers, team leaders, and professionals, this course will equip you to lead meetings that make the most of everyone’s time and energy.
Online, Self-Paced
Every interaction with a customer is an opportunity to leave a lasting impression. In "Moments of Truth," we explore the key touchpoints where customer perceptions are formed and loyalty is won or lost. This course delves into understanding customer journeys, identifying critical moments that impact brand perception, and designing memorable, positive interactions. Perfect for professionals in customer service, marketing, and sales, this course will equip you with the skills and insights needed to turn everyday interactions into extraordinary experiences.
Online, Self-Paced

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