Continuing Education Links
 Connections
Albert Lea Campus:
Mary Jemming
507-379-3327
Karen Vanderploeg
507-379-3320
Kathy Buker
507-379-3336
Austin Campus:
Wanda Staska
507-433-0612
Owatonna College & University Center:
Beth Hackenmiller
507-455-5881 ext. 2270
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Training Schedule
Computer & Technology
| Excel - Working with Views |
| In this class, the student will learn how to create, display, and print custom views; work with the view menu, view multiple sheets or workbooks at the same time, and learn about full screen and zoom. Students will also learn skills in importing and exporting data. Cost: $70.00. For additional information, contact Roberta Czaplewski. |
| Date(s) |
Time |
Location |
| 11/26/08 - 11/26/08 |
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
Owatonna Campus Room 135 |
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| Excel 2003 Part 1 |
| This course is designed to get you up and running with a spreadsheet program. Course goals covered will include using the AutoFill feature, creating a workbook, entering data, formatting that data, working with ranges, creating formulas and functions, copying and moving data, formatting columns & rows and numbers & text. You will also learn how to use the autoformat feature and how to print your spreadsheet, among many other large worksheet tools. Cost: $170 plus $35 for materials. Contact Roberta Czaplewski for additional information. |
| Date(s) |
Time |
Location |
| 10/13/08 - 11/03/08 |
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
Owatonna Campus Room 135 |
| 11/13/08 - 12/11/08 |
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Austin Campus Room AW108 |
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| Excel Charts |
| In this lesson, you will learn how to: use charts, create charts with the chart wizard, move/resize charts, identify chart objects, change the chart type and sub-type, change the plot direction, remove/add/move a legend, chart non-adjacent ranges, change the chart range/data source/chart location and print a chart. Cost: $70.00 Contact Roberta Czaplewski for more information. |
| Date(s) |
Time |
Location |
| 11/17/08 - 11/17/08 |
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
Owatonna Room 135 |
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| Excel Data Tools |
| In this lesson, you wll learn how to: sort lists, sort in ascending/descending order, find data, replace data, find and replace cell formats. Cost:$70. Contact Roberta Czaplewski for more information. |
| Date(s) |
Time |
Location |
| 11/24/08 - 11/24/08 |
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
Owatonna Room 135 |
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| Excel Drawing Tools |
| In this lesson, you will learn how to: work with drawing objects, draw enclosed objects, draw a line, select filled and unfilled objects, move an object, add text in an object, resize and object, format lines, change and remove the fill color, change the font color and delete an object. Cost: $70.00. Contact Roberta Czaplewski for more information. |
| Date(s) |
Time |
Location |
| 11/19/08 - 11/19/08 |
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
Owatonna Campus Room 135 |
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| Excel Functions |
| In this lesson you will learn how to: work with range names, jump to a named range, assign names, use range names in formulas, create range names from headings, apply/delete range names, use range names in 3-D formulas, create a 3-D range name and use 3-D range names in formulas. Cost: $70.00. Contact Roberta Czaplewski for more information. |
| Date(s) |
Time |
Location |
| 12/01/08 - 12/01/08 |
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
Owatonna Campus Room 135 |
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| Excel Macros and Toolbars |
| In this lesson, you will learn how to: define macros, open a workbook containing macros, run a macro, use a shortcut key, use the visual basic toolbar, open the visual basic editor window and use the visual basic editor window. Cost: $70.00. Contact Roberta Czaplewski for additional information. |
| Date(s) |
Time |
Location |
| 12/10/08 - 12/10/08 |
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
Owatonna Campus Room 135 |
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| Excel Templates |
| In this lesson, you will learn how to: open multiple workbook windows, cascade open/activate cascaded/tile open/activate tiled workbook windows, copy data between workbooks, save a workspace, close all open workbooks, open a workspace, link workbooks and open linked workbooks. Cost: $70.00. Contact Roberta Czaplewski for more information. |
| Date(s) |
Time |
Location |
| 12/03/08 - 12/03/08 |
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
Owatonna Campus Room 135 |
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| Excel Worksheet Tools |
| In this lesson, you will learn how to: apply/change/add/delete conditional formats and create a custom format. Cost: $70.00. Contact Roberta Czaplewski for more information. |
| Date(s) |
Time |
Location |
| 12/08/08 - 12/08/08 |
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
Owatonna Campus Room 135 |
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| Office 2007 - New Features |
| Find out what's new with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Outlook. All Day Seminar - Lunch is on us! Cost $185 plus $35 for materials. Contact Roberta Czaplewski for additional information. |
| Date(s) |
Time |
Location |
| 11/07/08 - 11/07/08 |
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
Austin Campus Room 108 West |
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Health
| Trained Medication Aide |
| This 48 hour course is designed to train unlicensed personnel to administer medications in a variety of health care settings. It includes the study of legal requirements concerning drugs and drug administration. General information about medications, terminology related to medication administration and use of reference sources will be studied. Students will learn actions, usual dose, toxic symptoms and special considerations of a variety of drugs. The course is designed to meet the curriculum standards established by the MN Board of Nursing for the training required to become a Trained Medication Aide (TMA). You can choose either location for training. Classes meet on Monday, Wednesday and Fridays of the listed dates.
Cost for this course: $360.00 Please call for a registration form. |
| Date(s) |
Time |
Location |
| 10/13/08 - 11/07/08 |
8:30 AM - 12:30 PM |
Albert Lea Campus |
| 01/07/09 - 01/28/09 |
8:30 AM - 1:00 PM |
Austin West Campus |
| 04/27/09 - 05/15/09 |
8:30 AM - 1:00 PM |
Albert Lea Campus Room 100 |
| 07/20/09 - 08/07/09 |
8:30 AM - 1:00 PM |
Owatonna Campus Room 124 |
| 10/12/09 - 10/30/09 |
8:30 AM - 1:00 PM |
Albert Lea Campus Room 100 |
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| Trained Medication Aide Refresher |
| This four-hour course is designed for Nursing Assistants who hold a certificate in Medication Administration for Unlicensed Personnel and are currently working as a Trained Mediation Aide. Participants will be updated on current commonly prescribed LTC medications. This is a wonderful refresher for those TMAs who have not attended a program for one year or more. You can choose either location for training. Cost: $45.00. Contact Lois Nelson for additional information. |
| Date(s) |
Time |
Location |
| 12/08/08 - 12/08/08 |
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM |
Albert Lea Room 100 |
| 04/08/09 - 04/08/09 |
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM |
Albert Lea Room 100 |
| 12/10/09 - 12/10/09 |
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM |
Albert Lea Campus Room 100 |
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Leadership, Communication, Management
| Conflict Resolution |
| Conflict resolution presents concepts that can be applied in any situation where negotiation is the method by which issues are resolved. Everyone needs to know how to resolve conflict in all areas of their lives, but this skill is especially essential for supervisory or management personnel for the success of their departments, their organizations, and their careers. (1Cr - 1 lect, 0 lab) Contact Vicki Lunning for additional information.
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| Date(s) |
Time |
Location |
| 11/01/08 - 11/01/08 |
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Albert Lea |
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| Leadership Development |
| This course introduces students to a variety of leadership traits and styles. Students will analyze and become familiar with a variety of leaders, both traditional and contemporary. Students will participate in an in-depth analysis of their own leadership styles and identify their strengths and weaknesses. Attention will be focused on developing their own leadership styles and on learning techniques to foster growth in other’s leadership capabilities. Students will be encouraged to apply their leadership skills on the job and receive feedback. Additionally, students will be introduced to strategic planning processes and encouraged to apply their leadership skills to such a process. (2Cr - 2 lect, 0 lab) Contact Vicki Lunning for registration information. |
| Date(s) |
Time |
Location |
| 11/03/08 - 12/08/08 |
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
Owatonna |
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| Managing Change |
| This course provides practical applications for creating the right kind of change in any organization. Participants will develop an awareness of the major sources and benefits of change. Learn to become a change leader by effectively dealing with changing social, political, legal, technological, and managerial environments. This course will provide a method for supervisors to facilitate change by understanding the issues, preparing and helping people through changing situations. Emphasis will be on the practical application of the course content (1 Cr - 1 lect, 0 lab)
Contact Vicki Lunning for more information. |
| Date(s) |
Time |
Location |
| 10/25/08 - 10/25/08 |
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Albert Lea |
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| Meeting Management |
| This course provides an opportunity to learn effective organizing, planning and communication skills that will produce valuable meetings. Learn how to help employees understand what to expect before, during and after meetings This course will focus on developing your skills and increasing your knowledge to make the meetings you run and/or attend more productive (1 Cr - 1 lect). For more information, contact Vicki Lunning. |
| Date(s) |
Time |
Location |
| 12/06/08 - 12/06/08 |
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Albert Lea |
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| Principles of Supervisory Leadership |
| Increase your potential in using effective supervisory skills. Learn skills you will need to lead in today’s workplace such as creating positive environments, understanding a manager’s role in the workplace, planning and problem solving. Fundamental skills in human resources will be covered and will introduce students to skill development in staffing, training and motivating. Leadership awareness is an integral part of effective supervision. Leadership skills will be covered in brief, along with leadership strategies. Lastly, mandatory supervisory skills such as controlling, quality assurance, and improvement strategies will be studied. (3 Cr - 3 lect, 0 lab)
Contact Vicki Lunning for more information. |
| Date(s) |
Time |
Location |
| 08/25/08 - 10/27/08 |
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
Owatonna |
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| SHRM (Society for Human Resource Managment) Certificate Preparation |
| Today's HR professionals must be leaders, decision makers, and human relations specialists. The SHRM Learning System prepares the participant for the Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professionals in Human Resources (SPHR) exams. This is a 12-week, instructor led course designed to provide a solid foundation for managing the HR challenges faced in today's work environment; provide current information on issues, practices, and legislative considerations; provide review for the PHR and SPHR certifications, and strengthen HR competencies and productivity and prepare the participant for career advancements. For questions regarding the PHR or SPHR exams visit www.hrci.org. Cost for the class is $950 for SHRM members or $985 for non-members. Class are held on Fridays only. For additional information, contact Lois Nelson. |
| Date(s) |
Time |
Location |
| 02/12/09 - 05/07/09 |
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
Owatonna College and University Center |
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| Strategies for Personal Effectiveness |
| Tools and strategies to increase personal productivity, more effectively solve problems and develop strong personal and professional relationships. The course is based on habits that, once learned and practiced, can become powerful forces in creating and nurturing quality relationships with others. Contact Vicki Lunning for additional information. |
| Date(s) |
Time |
Location |
| 11/15/08 - 11/22/08 |
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
Albert Lea |
| 11/22/08 |
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
Albert Lea |
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| Time Management |
| Identify time management principles that will allow you to gain control of your time and your life. Learn how to think, plan, prioritize, concentrate your energies, achieve your goals and bring your work and personal life into balance and harmony. This course will focus on identifying personal time wasters and developing your own time management plan. (1Cr - 1 lect, 0 lab)Contact Vicki Lunning for more information. |
| Date(s) |
Time |
Location |
| 12/20/08 - 12/20/08 |
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Albert Lea |
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Licensure and Certification
| Cosmetology Refresher |
| This course will provide necessary upgrading & hours to renew a current cosmetology license as mandated by the State of Minnesota. Forty hours of attendance is required. Please bring any textbooks and cosmetology supplies you may have to class. Cost: $450 |
| Date(s) |
Time |
Location |
| 10/27/08 - 11/24/08 |
7:30 AM - 4:00 PM |
Austin Campus |
| 10/30/08 - 12/18/08 |
7:30 AM - 2:30 PM |
Austin Campus |
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| Food Safety Recertification |
| Recertification of the Food Managers Certificate.
Cost for this course: $60.00
Call for registration form. |
| Date(s) |
Time |
Location |
| 11/12/08 - 11/12/08 |
8:30 AM - 12:30 PM |
Austin East Campus |
| 11/12/08 - 11/12/08 |
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Austin East Campus |
| 01/27/09 - 01/27/09 |
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Albert Lea Room 100 |
| 04/07/09 - 04/07/09 |
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Owatonna Campus |
| 06/02/09 - 06/02/09 |
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Austin East Campus |
| 09/01/09 - 09/01/09 |
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Albert Lea Campus Room 100 |
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| Food Safety Training |
| This training will provide a certificate in food safety and sanitation management, hazards to food safety, factors that affect foodborne illness, HACCP system, facilities, equipment and utensils, cleaning and sanitizing operations, environmental sanitation and maintenance, accident prevention and crisis management, education and training, food safety regulations.
Fee for this course: $150.00
Call for registration form. |
| Date(s) |
Time |
Location |
| 11/04/08 - 11/04/08 |
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Austin East Campus |
| 11/04/08 - 11/04/08 |
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Austin East Campus |
| 01/21/09 - 01/21/09 |
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Albert Lea Campus |
| 04/01/09 - 04/01/09 |
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Owatonna Campus |
| 06/03/09 - 06/03/09 |
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Austin East Campus |
| 09/02/09 - 09/02/09 |
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Albert Lea Campus |
| 11/04/09 - 11/04/09 |
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Austin East Campus |
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| MN Commerical Vehicle Inspection Recertification |
| All certified MN Commerical Vehicle Inspectors must be recertified every two years. Contact John Drees for more information or Mary Jemming for registration information.
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| Date(s) |
Time |
Location |
| 12/30/08 - 12/30/08 |
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
Red Wing |
| 01/08/09 - 01/08/09 |
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
Albert Lea |
| 03/17/09 - 03/17/09 |
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
Winona |
| 04/16/09 - 04/16/09 |
4:30 PM - 9:30 PM |
Austin |
| 05/20/09 - 05/20/09 |
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
Owatonna |
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Trade & Industry
| Forklift/Truck Operator Training |
| This course is designed to provide you with the technical skills needed to safely operate forklift equipment and utilize safe driving procedures. Includes resource and training materials and actual on-seat driving experience. Cost: $75 for the first attendee For more information contact John Drees. |
| Date(s) |
Time |
Location |
| 11/17/08 - 11/17/08 |
4:30 PM - 9:30 PM |
Albert Lea Campus |
| 12/15/08 - 12/15/08 |
4:30 PM - 9:30 PM |
Austin Campus |
| 01/14/09 - 01/14/09 |
4:30 PM - 9:30 PM |
Albert Lea Campus |
| 02/11/09 - 02/11/09 |
4:30 PM - 9:30 PM |
Austin Campus |
| 03/18/09 - 03/18/09 |
4:30 PM - 9:30 PM |
Albert Lea Campus |
| 04/14/09 - 04/14/09 |
4:30 PM - 9:30 PM |
Austin Campus |
| 05/14/09 - 05/14/09 |
4:30 PM - 9:30 PM |
Albert Lea Campus |
| 06/08/09 - 06/08/09 |
4:30 PM - 9:30 PM |
Austin Campus |
| 07/14/09 - 07/14/09 |
4:30 PM - 9:30 PM |
Albert Lea Campus |
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| Master-Journeyman Exam Prep/16 CEU |
| Riverland Training and Development is offering a test prep class for those preparing for their electrical license test. Cost: $285 Call John Drees for further information. |
| Date(s) |
Time |
Location |
| 12/12/08 - 12/13/08 |
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
Albert Lea Campus Room 306 |
| 12/13/08 |
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
Albert Lea Campus Room 306 |
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| State of MN Boiler Exam |
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| Date(s) |
Time |
Location |
| 12/03/08 - 12/03/08 |
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Albert Lea Campus |
| 04/01/09 - 04/01/09 |
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Albert Lea Campus |
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| Steam Engineering |
| High and low pressure hot water and steam units are covered in this course. This course also includes requirements for the State Boiler Operator's exam for any grade of license from Special to Second-Class B license. This would serve as a helpful review in preparation for anyone wanting to take the First Class and Chief's license exam.
Cost: $225 plus materials
Contact John Drees for more information or upcoming dates. |
| Date(s) |
Time |
Location |
| 10/28/08 - 11/20/08 |
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
Austin Campus |
| 02/23/09 - 03/25/09 |
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
Owatonna Campus |
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| Storage Tank Service Provider |
| This course satisfies requirements for recertification of Underground Storage Tank Certified Supervisors. This training seminar consists of course review, regulatory overview and updates pertinent to storage tank service providers of all disciplines. This course is intended for storage tank service providers who are seeking recertification as certified supervisors for removal, installation, and repair of underground liquid storage systems. Cost: $365. Contact John Drees at john.drees@riverland.edu for additional information. |
| Date(s) |
Time |
Location |
| 02/06/09 - 02/06/09 |
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Hilton Garden Inn - St. Paul |
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| Underground Storage Tank Certification Course |
| This course covers the proper installation, removal and repair of underground storage tanks and piping according to Federal and State codes. It is intended to train and certify individuals to install, remove or repair underground storage tanks. Cost: $495. Please contact John Drees at 507-433-0361 or john.drees@riverland.edu for additional information. |
| Date(s) |
Time |
Location |
| 03/16/09 - 03/20/09 |
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Owatonna Campus Room 124 |
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| Welding - 40 hours |
| The student will gain knowledge in blueprints, safety, various types of equipment and will receive the opportunity to earn a certification in a specific type of weld. Hands on welding is also included. cost is $620 for 40 hours which includes materials. Contact John Drees for more information. |
| Date(s) |
Time |
Location |
| 02/03/09 - 03/10/09 |
4:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
Albert Lea Campus Rooms 224 and 203 |
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