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Children in the Middle
Children in the Middle provides education and affirmation for parents, with the primary focus on the eeds of children of all ages. Topics include: parenting skills for divorcing parents, child's needs/survival techniques, healthy vs. problematic reaction of most kids, age specific needs of your children, and identifying how your child feels. Note: IWCC is an approved agency to satisfy the mandatory parent counseling required as of Jan. 1, 1997 pursuant section 598.19A of the Code of Iowa. This course meets those requirements. $40
Child 21*31 S, Aug 28, 9 am-1 pm 1 Session
Child 21*32 S, Sep 18, 9 am-1 pm 1 Session
Driving Unimpaired
Driving Unimpaired
Required course for anyone arrested for drinking and driving. $115
Drive 10*30 FS, Sep 24, 6-10 pm 2 Sessions
Drive 10*31 FS, Dec 3, 6-10 pm 2 Sessions
Health & Fitness
Nutrition Resolutions and Solutions
Learn the basics about carbohydrates, proteins and fats and how each work in your body. Label reading, hunger vs. appetite and grocery store shopping tips will also be included! Bring your nutrition questions. In partnership with the Clarinda Wellness Coalition (IWCC, CRHS, and the Clarinda Lied Center). $10
Famhe 99*30 Th, Oct 14, 7-8:30 pm 1 Session
Busness & Management
Interviewing Skills and Documentation
Learn how to conduct an interview to get the best fit for your company. Focus on format; setting the stage and do's and don'ts; which questions to ask, and not to ask; and pulling it all together! Part of the "Would You Work for You?" management series taught by Liz Parker and partially funded by the Iowa Values Fund Grant. $30
Manag 99*30 W, Sep 29, 8 am-12 pm 1 Session
Working With Change
What is change? Why do things have to change? Change happens every day. Learn how to communicate change and handle employee reactions when change occurs. Part of the "Would You Work for You?" management series taught by Liz Parker and partially funded by the Iowa Values Fund Grant. $30
Manag 99*31 W, Oct 6, 8 am-12 pm 1 Session
Who Are You? Personality Profile/Behavior Assessment
Take the DISC assessment and learn to identify your own style, understand other styles, learn strengths and weaknesses in yourself and your teammates, and learn to adapt to other styles to eliminate conflict. This is a great teambuilding class! Additional assessment fee: $37.50 per person, Part of the "Would You Work for You?" management series taught by Liz Parker and partially funded by the Iowa Values Fund Grant. $30
Manag 99*32 W, Oct 13, 8 am-12 pm 1 Session
How to Build an Effective Team Or Manage the One You Have!
Learn to identify what stage your team is in, understand issues facing teams and how the team can resolve those situations, learn the 5 dysfunctions of a team, and create a plan of action for how to communicate and work together more productively. Part of the "Would You Work for You?" management series taught by Liz Parker and partially funded by the Iowa Values Fund Grant. $30
Manag 99*33 W, Oct 20, 8 am-12 pm 1 Session
Customer Service!
This class is great for all people who deal with the public! Learn your own style with a personality asssessment, learn to adapt your style to customer, and learn techniques for effective customer service in this hands-on class! Additional assessment fee: $30 per person. Part of the "Would You Work for You?" management series taught by Liz Parker and partially funded by the Iowa Values Fund Grant. $30
Manag 99*34 F, Oct 22, 8 am-12 pm 1 Session
Help! I'm Overwhelmed and Stressed!
Analyze where you waste your time with ideas for improving. Focus on goal setting, prioritization, managing interruptions, procrastination, scheduling, as well as other issues. Learn to manage stress by focusing on the Life Wheel, what stresses you out, your personal 'burnout' assessment, and how to take care of yourself. Part of the "Would You Work for You?" management series taught by Liz Parker and partially funded by the Iowa Values Fund Grant. $30
Manag 99*35 W, Oct 27, 8 am-12 pm 1 Session
Smart Start
Presented by the Southwest Iowa Small Business Development Center. The 2 hour workshop is a basic guide to starting a small business. The workshop will cover business start-up check lists, forms of ownership, registering the business name, sales tax permits, writing business plans, marketing basics, and local, state, and federal loan and aid programs. To register for any site call Coreen at 712-256-6552. $20
Manag 18*9 T, Aug 24, 6-8 pm 1 Sessin
Personal Developement & Recreation
6-WEEK Menu Makeover
This class focuses on healthy living and supports community wide efforts to become healthier. Nutrition support and tips, well planned menus and shopping lists will be provided each week. Class participation and 'best practices' will be encouraged. No weigh-ins required! $39
Perdv 99*30 Su, Sep 19, 3:30-4:30 pm 6 Sessions
Perdv 99*31 Su, Nov 7, 3:30-4:30 pm 6 Sessions
Basic Dog Obedience
For puppies (over six months) and adult dogs that have no training or need a refresher course. We offer tips on health, grooming, and nutrition as well as introducing simple commands such as sit, stay, come, and more with an introduction to rally obedience. We use positive reinforcement techniques and make learning fun for both dog and owner. A certificate is given after successful completion of this eight week course. $39
Recre 99*30 , Sep 7, - 0
Basic Dog Obedience
For puppies (over six months) and adult dogs that have no training or need a refresher course. We offer tips on health, grooming, and nutrition as well as introducing simple commands such as sit, stay, come, and more with an introduction to rally obedience. We use positive reinforcement techniques and make learning fun for both dog and owner. A certificate is given after successful completion of this eight week course. $39
Recre 99*30 T, Sep 14, 6:30-8 pm 8 Sessions
Introduction to Digital Photography
Learn to use the many features of your digital camera, print pictures with or without a computer, and learn basic photo enhancement using computer software. Bring your camera and manual to class and be ready to go! $49
Recre 99*31 W, Sep 22, 6-9 pm 3 Sessions
Youth
Show Your Spirit!
Boys and girls in grades K-4 will get a chance to show their spirit before Clarinda Football Games! We will paint faces, make Clarinda crafts and make great spirit tools. We will paint nails and hair, too! A great way to show Clarinda Cardinal Spirit! $5
Youth 99*30 F, Sep 17, 3:30-5 pm 1 Session
Youth 99*31 F, Oct 8, 3:30-5 pm 1 Session
Youth 99*32 F, Oct 22, 3:30-5 pm 1 Session
Campus Kids: Holiday Fun!
Celebrate the holidays at Iowa Western Community College! Make great holiday crafts and snack in the hands-on class. For kids in grades K-4. $15
Youth 99*33 W, Dec 8, 1:45-3:45pm 1 Session
Campus Kids: What's in a Name?
Do you know what your name means? Kids in grades K-4 will learn the various origins of their name as well as make some great crafts. Come spend a morning that will be all about you! $15
Youth 99*34 W, Oct 6, 9:30-11:30 am 1 Session