These classes will be for fun and to discover the academic programs we offer at Madison College.

  • Ages for each class will vary based on the subject matter.
  • Classes will be in the evening or weekend.
  • Students will be given a Madison College Student account.
  • Classes will appear on the student’s transcripts.

Register for Classes

Complete the Child/Teen Registration form to register for these youth classes. Note the class name and number (found in the class description).

Note: Anyone under 16 must first complete The Under 16 Registration form (PDF). Download this form, complete it and then upload the PDF when you submit the Child/Teen Registration form.

Child/Teen Registration

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Questions?

Contact us at 608.258.2301 (Option 2) or ace@madisoncollege.edu.

Art Courses

Drawing and Painting for Teens | $129
Develop essential art skills while exploring a variety of drawing and painting techniques, including pencil, watercolor, and more. Students will work on themed projects inspired by art history, contemporary artists, and personal creativity. This class is ideal for building confidence in artistic expression within a supportive and engaging environment.
#67702, Truax-Protective Services Building, Monday, 2/3-3/10, 4:30-6:30 PM Instructor: Jessica Ellenbecker
Character Design Youth | $105
Character Design will have students developing and creating their own characters that could be used for comics, video games, or animation. This course is intended to teach students how to use character design to tell a story and how to create unique and original characters. We will discuss shape language and how color impact a character’s design and create a wide variety of characters that can fit different roles in a story. Youth Ages 14-18
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Junior Chef Courses

Students ages 8-13 need a guardian attending class with them (parents are not required to register or pay for class). Students 14+ can attend without a guardian, with written consent.

Jr. Chef Series - Cakes 1 | $71
In this class, you will learn how to make cakes from scratch. We will discuss different types of fillings as well as make American buttercream. Join us in Jr Chef: Cakes 2 class to layer and decorate your cake.
#65554, Truax-Main Building, 3/8, Saturday, 9 AM-1 PM Instructor: Avery Jesse
Jr. Chef Series - Cakes 2 | $71
Let your creativity soar with this cake decorating class! With your cake from our Jr Chef: Cakes 1 class you will learn and apply basic techniques of icing cakes and basic piping techniques. If not signed up for Jr Chef: Cakes 1, please bring 2-8inch round cakes for class
#65556, Truax-Main Building, 3/15, Saturday, 9 AM-1 PM Instructor: Avery Jesse
Jr. Chef Series - Cookies | $71
Learn how to make a variety of different types of cookies, including cookies & cream drop cookies, sugar cookie sandwiches, and sprinkle slice and bake cookies.
#67738, Truax-Main Building, 4/26, Saturday, 9 AM-1 PM Instructor: Mandy Bocanegra

Other Youth Courses

High School - Basics of Auto Maintenance | $45
This course is intended to help you feel more confident in understanding a variety of vehicle systems. The class will be presentation followed by hands-on lab time. You will learn topics including fluids, tires, brakes and more, so that you may do it yourself when needed. This course will also help prepare you to discuss issues when your vehicle needs to be repaired.
future offerings posted here
Safe Sitter® Essentials with CPR | $75
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.
Eventbrite, Truax-Commercial Ave Campus, 2/8 & 2/15, Saturday, 9 AM - 12 PM
Safe Sitter® Essentials with CPR | $75
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.
Eventbrite, Truax-Commercial Ave Campus, 4/7-4/9, Monday & Wednesday, 5-8 PM
High School - Intro to Welding - Ages 14-17 | $130
Are you interested in learning how to weld? This is 3 week introductory welding course geared toward ages 14-17 year olds. Types of welding we’d be covering are day 1 SMAW (stick welding), day 2 GMAW( mig welding), and day 3 TIG welding. We’ll cover basic mild steel and touch briefly into Stainless steel Tig welding the last week! Safety items needed would be, safety boots, safety glasses and welding gloves.
#67852, Truax-Main Building, 2/1-2/15, Saturday, 9 AM - 12 PM Instructor: Nick Castillo
#65558, Truax-Main Building, 4/5-4/19, Saturday, 9 AM - 12 PM Instructor: Nick Castillo
High School - Intermediate Welding - Ages 14-17 | $166
Elevate your welding skills in this 4-week intermediate course designed for high school students. Perfect for those with basic welding experience, this class focuses on advanced techniques, real-world applications, and project creation. Class will include Advanced SMAW (Stick Welding) techniques, mastering precision and out-of-position welds, GMAW (MIG Welding) with thicker materials, multi-pass welds, and troubleshooting and TIG Welding on stainless steel and aluminum, emphasizing finesse, control, and high-quality welds. You will apply your skills to functional and artistic projects.
#67908, Truax-Main Building, 5/3-5/24, Saturday, 9 AM - 12 PM Instructor: Nick Castillo

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