Professional Growth Courses

Business Programs

To register please call non-credit registration at 610-799-1197 and specify the course you would like to attend.

BYOB: Brand Your Own Business Series: 

Scholarships may be available for BYOB.

Build Your Brand

Resource Management

Networking

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Grant Writing Boot Camp

For board members and community volunteers to upper-level business management. Learn research, develop grant opportunities, key grant proposals, types of funding sources and private donations. Scholarships may be available.

Start Your Business

Ready to start your own business but don’t know where to begin? Learn what it means to be an entrepreneur, preparing your business model, developing your idea into reality, performing market research and creating a marketing strategy. Learn financial literacy for business such as utilizing financial statements, understanding start-up costs and other expenses and lending. Understand the sales cycle, networking, customer service, professionalism, communication and time management. Scholarships may be available. 

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt

Learn Lean Six Sigma processes from start to finish. Green Belts deliver measurable, sustainable improvement by finding the root cause of problems and streamlining processes. Summarize the DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve and Control) method. Maximize ROI and capacity in an organization. Scholarships may be available.

Retire with Confidence 

This course will cover the complex world of personal and family financial planning, while touching on economics and geopolitics without bias. This course is aimed to help those who have made or are getting ready to make the transition from the accumulation phase of life to the distribution phase, as well as leaving a legacy.

Computer Programs

To register please call non-credit registration at 610-799-1197 and specify the course you would like to attend.

Computer Basics & MS Word Part 1

This beginner-friendly course is designed to introduce students to essential computer skills and build a strong foundation in Microsoft Word. Over five interactive sessions, participants will learn how computers work, navigate operating systems, manage files, browse the internet safely, use email, and store documents in the cloud. Each session includes hands-on activities and dedicated time for learning Microsoft Word, helping students develop practical skills for everyday use in personal, academic, or professional settings.

• By the end of the course, students will be able to:
• Identify basic computer hardware and software
• Navigate operating systems and desktop environments
• Organize and manage files and folders
• Use web browsers, search engines, and email safely
• Work with cloud-based storage tools
• Create, format, and save documents using Microsoft Word

Computer Basics II Apps & AI

This is a dynamic follow-up to Computer Basics & MS Word Part 1.  This course expands on foundational computer skills by exploring essential workplace software and introducing emerging technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI). Students will deepen their understanding of file sharing, data handling, and productivity tools through hands-on practice with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Access. In addition, learners will gain confidence using digital media, understanding system tools, and working collaboratively in the cloud.

A special focus is placed on understanding and interacting with AI tools. Students will explore real-world applications of AI, learn to craft effective prompts, and experiment with tools like Bing Chat, ChatGPT, and Microsoft Copilot.

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

• Create, format, and analyze data in Excel using formulas and charts
• Design basic presentations in PowerPoint
• Understand database concepts through Microsoft Access
• Recognize and use common media formats and system utilities
• Collaborate using cloud-based tools like OneDrive and Google Drive
• Understand the role of AI and use it effectively for personal or professional tasks.

The course concludes with a review, optional mini project, and certificate of completion.