Professional Development & Upskills

Brand Your Own Business

This program covers skills necessary in order to begin, market, and run a small business as an entrepreneur. A variety of topics may be presented during sessions. These topics may include any of the following: marketing, creating a business plan, social media, idea generation, e-commerce opportunities, networking, resource management, budgeting, supply chain basics, legal issues, taxation codes, business leader presentations, and HR topics.

Start Your Own Business

This course will cover various aspects of planning, starting, and organizing a small business including information about small business loans, legal requirements, and marketing, hiring competent employees, and developing a business strategy. Guest speakers with expertise in various content areas who share their knowledge and answer questions. Instructor assistance to address individual needs.

Intro to Grant Writing

This introductory course provides participants with a practical foundation in grant writing for nonprofit organizations, community projects, and public initiatives. Over four sessions, students will learn how to identify funding sources, understand key components of a grant proposal, and develop essential writing and budgeting skills to create a compelling narrative. Emphasis will be placed on clarity, structure, and aligning proposals with funder goals. Whether you’re new to grant writing or seeking to support your organization’s mission, this course offers the tools and confidence to get started.

AI for Parents: What’s the Buzz?

This workshop will simplify Artificial Intelligence for parents, provide practical examples of how AI is already used in everyday life, and equip them with actionable strategies to leverage AI tools for increased efficiency, organization, and enjoyment within their families.

• By the end of the course, students will be able to:
• Understand What AI Is: Explain artificial intelligence in simple terms
• Recognize AI’s Role in Home Management:
• Support Their Child’s Learning with AI Tools
• Apply AI to Boost Personal Productivity
• Practice Safe and Ethical AI Use at Home
• Feel Empowered to Try AI Tools in Everyday Life

 Upcoming offerings in the following areas:

• Data Science & Analytics
• Cybersecurity Pathway
• Software Development Pathway
• Cloud & DevOps Pathway
• AI & Emerging Tech Pathway

The Early Childhood Workforce Institute will serve as a comprehensive, integrated hub for early childhood professional development, credentialing and high education pathways.

Upcoming offerings in the following areas:

• Basic Core Trainings
  • CPR/First Aid/AED
  • Fire Safety
  • Water Safety
  • Ages and Stages
  • Child Health Advocate
  • Curriculum Tools
• Ask us about our New Staff Orientation Trainings– These trainings are offered for your staff within 90 days of employment and prior to caring for children unsupervised.
• STEAM and other Special topics:
  • AI and Lesson Planning
  • Creative teaching in the Makerspace
  • Process Art Workshop
  • Look for more trainings and workshops coming soon. Email with any requests for special topic trainings.

Air Conditioning Fundamentals

Servicing heating and air conditioning systems requires a solid knowledge in the fundamental principles of air conditioning system operation. This 96-hour course provides the background to understand both the theory and function of components used in heating and air conditioning systems. Key topics include: HVAC terminology, refrigeration cycle, system types, compressors, condensers, evaporators, metering device, refrigerant system controls and basic troubleshooting.

• Information on the EPA Section 608 Technician Certification is included to help students prepare for refrigerant handling certification.
• Math calculations are reviewed that are used by technicians, providing students with real-life job skills.
• This course is for new technicians or others in the industry who want a better understanding of air conditioning theory, components, and troubleshooting of HVAC systems.

includes text and EPA 608 online exam; may qualify for tuition assistance

Course coming in January of 2026 hosted at CCTI
Please call 570-325-3682 ext 1517 or email fkluck@carboncti.org to register.

View our Credit HVAC program for additional options.

Water Treatment Continuing Education

LCCC is an approved provider of PA DEP Continuing Education credits for:
• Water Distribution
• Water Treatment Plant Operator Level 1 and Level 2
• Small Water System Operations
• Pumps and Pumping
If you are interested in any of these class, please send an email to: workforce@lccc.edu.

Weld I

Weld I introduces students to the basics of Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW or Stick) on carbon steel in the flat position. The 7-week course meets Tuesdays and Thursdays (42 total hours) at Welder Training and Testing Institute (WTTI) in Allentown, PA. Students receive visual feedback on their welds and are expected to attend all sessions; missed classes cannot be made up unless WTTI closes due to weather. The cost is $700 per participant, plus approximately $150 for required safety gear (helmet, jacket, gloves, safety glasses, wire brush, chipping hammer). All -leather work boots, jeans, and cotton top (short or long sleeve) are required as well. Enrollment is rolling, but space must be confirmed by LCCC with WTTI.

If you are interested in any of these class, please send an email to: workforce@lccc.edu

Weld II

Weld II builds on the skills learned in Weld I, focusing on Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW or Stick) in out-of-position work, specifically the horizontal position. This 7-week, 42-hour course meets Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Welder Training and Testing Institute (WTTI) in Allentown. The cost is $700 per participant, and equipment from Weld I can be reused. Completion of Weld I is required before enrolling.

If you are interested in any of these class, please send an email to: workforce@lccc.edu