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SPRING & FALL
2021
CATALOG
CONTINUING EDUCATION
PERSONAL ENRICHMENT
WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
MERIDIANCC.EDU/WORKFORCECONTINUING
EDUCATION
and PERSONAL
ENRICHMENT
Arts__________________ 2
Vice President for Workforce Solutions
Crafts________________ 2
JOSEPH KNIGHT, 601.482.7445
Party_________________ 3
Cookie Decorating____ 4 Career Enhancement
Cake Decorating______ 4 Career Center Director | KATRINA GARRETT, 601.484.8724
Better Yourself________ 5
Swimming____________ 6 Continuing Education
Fitness Center________ 6 Coordinator for Lifelong Learning
Yoga & Cardio________ 7 LAURETA CHISLOM, 601.553.3484
Weight Training_______ 7
ACT Test Prep________ 8 Adult Education
CEU Opportunities____ 9 AE Director | JENNIFER WHITLOCK, 601.484.8798
AE Instructor | JAMILA COLEMAN, 601.484.8795
Ed2Go Online_______ 12
AE/HSE Test Coordinator | TAMAR MOSLEY, 601.484.8797
AE Instructor | ORIONA WALKER, 601.553.3472
WORKFORCE College and Career Navigator | RHONDA SMITH, 601.484.8645
DEVELOPMENT Smart Start Instructor | MARGARETTE COLE, 601.481.1374
Adult Education______ 14
MiBest______________ 15 WIN Job Center
Certifications________ 16 WIOA Case Manager | SHANNON COLEMAN, 601.553.9531
Career Center_______ 16
Workforce Development
WIOA_______________ 17
Dir. of Workforce Grants and Development | LUCY LAMBERTH, 601.484.8776
Computer Classes____ 18
Project Manager | DARREN BANE, 601.481.1318
Customer Service____ 19 Project Manager | LYNNE CAREY, 601.481.1300
Leadership Training__ 19 O.S.Y. Program Director | VICTORIA LIDDELL, 601.481.1365 or 601.481.1398
Entrepreneurship____ 19 O.S.Y. Coordinator | MARGIE MOORE, 601.553.3478
Industrial____________ 20
Traffic School________ 21 Support Staff
Basic Skills___________ 22 AE | ANGELA JAMES, 601.484.8787
Maintenance_________ 22 Career Development Center | TARA HOWSE, 601.481.1370
Law Enforcement_____ 23 Continuing Education | DENAY FARRAR, 601.484.8854
Medical_____________ 23 Workforce Development | REBECCA PIERCE, 601.484.8855
Grant Program_______ 26
REGISTRATION______ 28
Lifetime Quest_______ 29
Foundation Travel____ 29
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Meridian Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color,
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or employment in its programs and activities. Compliance with Section 504 is
@MERIDIANCC coordinated by Mrs. Deanna Smith, Dean of Student Services, 910 Highway 19 North,
Meridian, MS 39307. 601.484.8895, Fax: 601.484.8635, email: dsmith40@meridiancc.
edu. Compliance with Title IX is coordinated by Mr. Derek Mosley, Social Science
Newly added classes and events. Instructor, Smith Hall, 910 Highway 19 North, Meridian, MS 39307. 601.553.3453, Fax:
601.484.8635, email: dmosley@meridiancc.edu.
Page 2CONTINUING
EDUCATION
SPRING & FALL
2021
& PERSONAL
ENRICHMENT
CONTINUING
EDUCATION
& PERSONAL
ENRICHMENT
CONTINUING
EDUCATION
& PERSONAL
ENRICHMENTARTS
CRAFTS
ARTS I CRAFTS
SIGN WORKSHOPS Easter Floral Parade
Interested in trying your hand at making Learn how to make beautiful centerpieces
your own sign? Gather with friends for and tablescapes with market flowers.
a fun night out and learn how to make Take grocery store flowers and make
a beginning-level sign with Amy Miller. your guests think you spent lots of
She will teach you, step by step, and will money on these original designs! Using
provide all the materials for you to make wet foam and just water vases, you will
your own sign in a small class setting. You create gorgeous arrangements for your
don’t have to have pretty handwriting! spring festivities. Refreshments served.
Cost includes all project materials.
Refreshments served. Great Southern Room Webb Hall
Cupid’s Valentine Workshop Private workshops are available for Thursday, April 1
Ages 6-12 small groups. Call for details.
Learn how to make your very own
3:00–5:00 p.m. | $30
valentines and Sweetheart’s Day
decorations in this fun and creative class! Easter Art Paint by Fingers
Bring a friend! Refreshments provided. Ages 6-12
Create your very own Easter artwork by
Thursday, February 4 using your fingers and paint on canvas!
4:00-5:30 p.m. | $25 This fun class will be sure to make all
students happy to take home their art in
time for Easter Sunday celebration. Be
sure to wear or bring an old t-shirt to play
Make a rustic family sign in the paint! Refreshments served.
Learn how to paint a wooden rustic sign
to hang in your family home or give as Thursday, March 25
a gift. Sign measures approximately 4:00-5:30 p.m. | $30
8”x24.” Please indicate the family name
and established date when registering.
The Great Pumpkin Party
Join in the fun with paints and pumpkins!
Thursday, April 22
Not all jack-o’-lanterns are carved. Learn
6:00–9:00 p.m. | $55 to paint your own pumpkin to take home
for Halloween!
Stained Glass for
Beginners and Intermediates Thursday, October 7
Ages 18+ 4:00–6:00 p.m.
Become an artisan learning the craft of Kids ages 6–12 | $30
stained glass. This class offers the Tiffany
method of stained glass creations using
copper foil.
Make your own beautiful glass sun
catchers, window panels and ornaments
in this fun class! Bring a friend with
you. Some supplies are provided. Call Make a framed quote sign
for a supply list. Let’s make something Learn how to paint and frame your own
special! sign. Choose from four different quote
and scripture designs.* Signs measure
Tuesday 12”x12”. *Sign choices may vary from
February 9–March 23 picture.
September 7–October 12
5:00–7:00 p.m. | $75 Thursday, Oct. 7
6:00–9:00 p.m. | $55
Page 2DESIGN
PARTY
DESIGN I PARTY
Galentine’s Day Celebration Genealogy:
Bring your best girlfriend, mom, aunt, Your MS Native Genealogist
grandmother or daughter for an afternoon When you’re new to genealogy, the
of sweets and coffees at the Deli on thought of getting into family research
Fifth. Enjoy trying different desserts and can seem overwhelming. There are many
conversations with the ladies that you love! online databases and websites related
to roots research as well as many places
Friday, February 12 like departments of archives and court
3:30–5:00 p.m. | $25 houses to visit. This session will walk
beginners through the exciting journey
of genealogy and enhance the skills of
the experienced genealogist. We will
learn where to begin to build a family
tree, information that can and cannot be
Hair Braiding
found online, what tools are available for
Learn the art of hair braiding, as well
recording and organizing information
as the different skills and techniques
and sources, how to combine this
required to be proficient in this
information, and much more! Dawn
field. Students will receive a Certificate
of Completion from MCC and may then Wright, Instructor.
apply for Professional Licensure with the
Mississippi Department of Health. Online Zoom 2-Day Event
TBD
Beginners Six Week Class
Mondays & Wednesdays Come on In!
Choose from: Summertime Doors
January 11–February 22 Design your own door basket with
artificial florals and ribbons to welcome
August 23–October 4
your guests this summer season.
6:00–9:00 p.m. | $275
Bring your choice of florals and ribbons-
basket will be provided. Get your
creative on! Refreshments served.
Advanced Hair Braiding
Six Week Class Thursday, June 3
(Completion of Beginners Class 5:00-7:00 p.m. | $25 Mothers’ Day Tea Party
is required) at Merrehope
Vintage Keepsake Holiday Art Go back in time for an afternoon!
Bring your grandmother’s and mother’s Bring mom or a friend and enjoy an old-
Monday and Wednesday
costume jewelry and make a wonderful fashioned tea at Merrehope in Meridian.
March 8-April 28 This party will be fun for all ages.
piece of art to display at holidays or
October 18-December 1 A quick demonstration of how to make
any time! Learn how to make your very
6:00–9:00 p.m. | $275 arrangements from grocery store flowers
own original treasure from inherited and
passed down jewelry... then pass it on to will be included.
your family. Matboards and glue will be Hats welcome but not required! A tour of
provided. Refreshments served. Merrehope is included in this fun event!
Tuesday, November 4 Historic Merrehope
5:00-7:00 p.m. | $25 Thursday, May 6
3:30–5:00 p.m. | $40
For more information
call 601.482.7445.
Page 3COOKIES
CAKE DECORATING
COOKIE I CAKE DECORATING
Girls night (Adults Ages 14 & Up)
Thanksgiving Dinner Cupcakes
Thanksgiving is a time for traditional
food, but cupcakes can be part of
the celebration too! Learn easy tips
to decorate adorable Thanksgiving
cupcakes and serve an amusing themed
decorated dessert. Fall colored icings
in orange and brown with popular fall
Sweet Heart Cupcake Class symbols such as pumpkins and turkeys
for Couples make them a great choice for parties. All
Looking for an adorable sweet to whip Cake Decorating II supplies are provided.
up for your sweetie this Valentine’s with Fondant
Day? This year, think outside the box Use your skills to make themed cakes. Thursday, November 4
of chocolates and instead create cute Learn neat tricks and fun designs using 6:00–8:00 p.m. | $40
Valentine’s cupcakes! Fun to do with your fondant and fondant tools. Decorate a (includes 2 adults)
true love or with a friend. All supplies different cake each week. So fun! Supply
included. Ages 15 and up. list provided.
Thursday, February 11 Tuesdays Have Yourself A
6:00–8:00 p.m. Choose from: Merry Little Cupcake!
$40 (includes 2 adults ) March 2-30 Santa and his elves will be hard at work
October 13–20 at his toy shop, preparing for the big day
6:00–8:00 p.m. | $45 while we are creating yummy Christmas
cupcakes! This class is a great time to
Cake Decorating I spend with your child, friend or relative.
Learn how to decorate a cake,
make buttercream icing, use decorating
Thursday, December 2
tips, star borders, drop flowers, rosettes,
5:30–6:30 p.m.
pompom flowers, shaggy mum, ribbon
rose and more. As you learn each new $40 (includes adult/child team)
decorating skill, you will gain a sense
of pride in your accomplishments. You
can explore all the fundamentals and Shea’s Cookie Party:
experience the excitement of decorating Royal Icing Holiday Cookies
your first cake. This course is for the Join Shea Leake for a beginner’s class
beginner and the student that would on how to decorate sugar cookies with
like to improve his/her decorating skills. royal icing. We’ll start with the basics of
Supply list provided. icing consistencies, outlining, flooding,
This four-week class will cover basics, wet-on-wet, wet-on-dry, and other tricks
Ombre Rosette Cake, Unicorn Cake & Mom & Me (Children ages 5 & up) of the trade. Learn how these techniques
Farm Cake. can be used for every holiday and
Spring and Easter Cupcakes
occasion! We will demonstrate each
Spend quality time with your little one
Tuesdays step of the way. You’ll receive a copy of
while they learn a new skill decorating
Choose from: icing and dough recipes. Supply list will
spring and Easter cupcakes. This class
February 2–23 be provided.
will teach you and your child basic
Sept. 8–29 decorating skills and you can enjoy the
6:00–8:00 p.m. | $65 yummy results. Easter | Monday, March 29
Valentine | Monday, February 8
Monday, March 29 Halloween | Monday, October 25
5:30–6:30 p.m.
Christmas | Monday, December 6
$35 (includes adult/child team)
6:00–8:00 p.m. | $45
Page 4BETTER YOURSELF
BETTER YOURSELF
Introduction to Creative About
Writing: Getting Started the instructor:
This is a course to help beginning Ann McKee
writers find their writing voice and to
inspire experienced writers. If you’re “As I enter my 13th year as a creative
Small Engine Maintenance new to creative writing or want writing instructor through MCC
& Repair to write stories but are unsure of Continuing Education program,
Having trouble keeping your mower, where to start, then this is the course I remain amazed at the caliber of
trimmer or other small engines running for you. Even if you are a regular students who attend my classes.
properly? Take control of the situation. writer with some core background These students are committed, and
Learn basic safety, proper maintenance knowledge, you may gain new have a dream, perhaps to write a
and minor troubleshooting and repair for insights about yourself as a writer, novel or a series of short stories,
all small engines, both two-cycle and four- and you’ll definitely feel inspired by a memoir of their lifetime, stories
cycle. This class will help you to understand the writing exercises. about grandma and the old days
how an engine works and what it takes or a written piece of historical
to keep them performing well. Upon Tuesday and Thursday | $40 significance. It is a joy to teach and
completion you’ll be able to successfully 5:30–7:30 p.m. to be associated with MCC.
maintain an engine and do minor repairs as
March 23 and March 25
necessary.
MCC-Riley WDC | Room 178
Tuesdays | 6:00–9:00 p.m. | $125
January 19 - February 23
March 9 - April 20 LEARN TO PLAY
May 4 - June 8
July 27 - August 31
September 14 - October 19
GUITAR
Learn the basics of playing guitar which
include reading music, chords, placement
and more. Join our experienced
instructor to develop basic skills
and techniques.
SIX-WEEK CLASSES
Cabinetry & Woodworking Thursdays | $75
This class is designed to help you learn the Spring
basics of cabinetmaking and woodworking.
January 21-February 25
The class will cover how to plan your
projects (making good cut sheets, wise use March 4-April 15
of your material and wise use of the space Fall
available). It will also teach you the safe use September 9-October 14
of different power tools needed to build October 21-November 2
your project. You will have an opportunity
to build personal projects to take home. In
this class you will make a lot of sawdust and Children
have a lot of fun. This is a hands-on class. Ages 8 - 12
5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
MCC-Riley WDC | Room 187
Mondays | 6:00–9:00 p.m. | $150 Ages 13 to Adult
February 1–April 12 6:45 - 7:45 p.m.
August 30–Nov. 15
Page 5SWIMMING
FITNESS CENTER
SWIMMING | FITNESS CENTER
Registration for the following courses is at Lifeguard Training
Fitness Classes the Damon Fitness Center. For additional Offered in the spring only
The Meridian Community College information call 601.484.8763 or check This is the American Red Cross Life
Damon Fitness Center offers a wide out the MCC website at meridiancc.edu. Guarding Course with emphasis toward
variety of activities to students as certifying lifeguards for swimming
well as to the community. The Damon Classes and times may change without areas. This course is designed to teach
Fitness Center has facilities available notice. life skills and knowledge needed
for student, faculty and staff, and to prevent and respond to aquatic
community use. emergencies. Prerequisites: The
Water Aerobics
This program, designed for the student student must be at least 15 years of age
who enjoys the water, is suitable for the and pass a 300 yard swim test using
Private Swim Lessons non-swimmer as well as the swimmer. the front crawl stroke and breaststroke.
Available for any skill level and any Movements are performed in the pool Also they must be able to swim 20
age in MCC’s indoor heated pool. to work the major muscle groups and to yards, retrieve a brick off the bottom of
Separate from group lessons, they work on flexibility. Meets two hours each the pool and return 20 yards with the
are based on instructor availability. week. Swimsuit required. Class held at the brick. Each class is two full weekends
Register by calling 601.482.7445. Damon Fitness Center Natatorium. in a row.
Lessons are scheduled directly with
an instructor and are one hour in Michele Smith Wade Heggie
length. Children must be potty- Monday and Wednesday Dates TBA
trained to enroll. 9:00–9:55 a.m.
10:00–10:55 a.m. Friday | 5:00–8 p.m.
Saturday | 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
TBA Dinah Neal Sunday | 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Cost is $30 per hour
Tuesday and Thursday $250
with a minimum of two hours.
10:00–10:55 a.m.
11:00–11:55 a.m. Water Safety Instructor
Call 601.482.7445 Techniques of aquatic instruction,
Janie Gregg
to register. Tuesday and Thursday including community water safety and
Registration for this class 4:30–5:25 p.m. progression swimming are covered in
this class. Prerequisite: The student must
is not available through 5:30–6:25 p.m.
be at least 16 years of age and possess
the fitness center. $100/$70 | Ages 62+ proficient swimming skills to include:
front crawl, back crawl, elementary
Swimming I-IV backstroke and breaststroke. American
Swimming classes for the non-swimmer Red Cross certification is possible.
who needs to learn the basic skills This class teaches the student to be a
needed to swim and for students swimming instructor. Swimsuit and fee
who want conditioning swimming, required.
skilled instruction and refinement of
stroke techniques. Swimsuit required. Wade Heggie
Class held at the Damon Fitness Center TBA
Natatorium. $250 | Ages 16+
Pool Parties
The Damon Fitness Center currently Mary Coleman
offers pool rentals for birthday Monday and Wednesday
parties. The pool rental fee is $175 1:00–1:55 p.m.
for 1.5 hours for 20 people. That fee $100/$70 | Ages 62+
includes two American Red Cross
certified MCC lifeguards, table
and chairs, and clean-up. Please
contact the Damon Fitness Center at
601.494.8763 for further information.
Page 6YOGA
CARDIO
WEIGHT TRAINING
YOGA I CARDIO | WEIGHT TRAINING
Yoga Strength and Toning
One of the most popular fitness and Designed to improve muscle tone and
static stretching activities. A typical strength, this is a class to build lean
yoga session will move the spine and muscle mass, not bulk up. The benefits
joints through their full range of motion would be to improve metabolism and
which incorporates a three mountain tone and to improve shape and overall
workout (warm-up, work phase, deep health.
stretch and strength). Yoga postures
lengthen, strengthen and balance Staff
musculature, leading to increased Monday and Wednesday
flexibility, stamina and strength. This is 1:30–2:25 p.m.
a great course to work on strength and
flexibility. Malana Carnival
Tuesday and Thursday
Weight Training
Staff 2:30–3:25 p.m.
Students will participate in techniques
Monday and Wednesday $100/$70 | Ages 62+
that include lecture and practice in weight
12:30–1:25 p.m.
training. Muscular strength, endurance
and flexibility are improved through a Spin
Jill Johnson variety of conditioning activities. Spinning is a specific format of indoor
Tuesday and Thursday cycling. Spinning is a cardio workout set
8:30–9:25 a.m. Tiawana Pringle to music. It is great for people who want
1:30–2:25 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday a low impact motivating workout that
$100/$70 | Ages 62+ 8:30-9:25 a.m. they can control at their own pace.
$100/$70 | Ages 62+
Mix Fit Malana Carnival
Mix Fit is designed to provide a variety of Tuesday and Thursday
Boot Camp 3:30–4:20 p.m.
training methods that will help increase Students will participate in techniques
strength and endurance as well as cut $100/$70 | Ages 62+
that include lecture and practice in weight
fat! A combination of cardiorespiratory training. Muscular strength, endurance
and weight training exercises can influence and flexibility are improved through a
a well-rounded workout program. variety of conditioning activities.
Laura Lewis Tiffany Hickman
Monday and Wednesday Monday and Wednesday
Dates TBA 5:00–5:55 p.m.
3:30–4:25 p.m. $100/$70 | Ages 62+
Power Hour
Power Hour is a barbell class that will
sculpt, tone and strengthen your entire
body, fast!
Staff
Monday and Wednesday
For more information
2:30–3:25 p.m.
$100/$70 | Ages 62+ call 601.482.7445.
Page 7ACT TEST PREP
ACT TEST PREP
ARE YOU PREPARED ACT PREP
FOR THE WORKSHOP DATES
ALL DAY $145*
Spring 2021
Choose:
It is essential for a student to master both the content January 30
areas and the strategies to solve complex analytical April 10
and reasoning questions on the ACT in order to be June 5
successful on the exam. PREPARATION IS THE KEY. July 10
Schedule:
ACT BOOTCAMP
Test-taking tips and strategies
Strategies I 9:00 a.m.–Noon
Lunch I Noon–1:00 p.m.
How to prepare for the ACT Content I 1:00–4:00 p.m.
Overview of the major content areas: * Call for Fall 2021 Dates
English, Reading, Math, & Science
Open to anyone preparing for the ACT
About the instructor:
Dr. Tiffany Fisher is an
Core strategies:
administrator in the Meridian
• time-savers
Public School District and
• shortcuts
has been teaching test taking
• types of problems
strategies for 10 years both
• traps
through tested areas as well
as the ACT. Many students
Specific tools:
have made gains and
for areas such as:
reached their goal for their
English, reading and science
target composite score.
building self-confidence
Page 8BETTER YOURSELF
CEU TEACHER WORKSHOP
CEU TEACHER WORKSHOP
ONLINE ONLINE
1 .5
CEU
FOR TEACHERS
CEU
FOR TEACHERS
Engaging Generation Z Students Classroom Management: Good Vibes!
Generation Z students, born after 1995, are entering Become empowered with a behavioral management
high school or arriving on college campuses. What plan for the classroom that ensures a better learning
makes them unique? What are the best ways to environment.
motivate them?
This course will give:
This course will focus on: • A step-by-step process in developing and using a
• Differences between the generations in the strong classroom management strategy
workplace and in the classroom • Four learning multi-media modules that will help
• Characteristics of Generation Z students tackle various behavioral problems and ideas for
• Learning strategies to use to motivate motivating students
Generation Z students • Printable resource guide
• Opportunity to network with other teachers
Marie Roberts, Ph.D
MCC Consultant, Instructor Dawn Wright
MCC Psychology Instructor
Earn 1 CEU
$70 (CEU Certificate included) Earn .5 CEUs
$60 (CEU Certificate included)
This online class is provided
through MCC Canvas, making it
easy to work at your own pace
at your convenience from home. For more information
call 601.482.7445.
MCC Workforce Solutions 1524 Hwy 19 North | Meridian, MS 39307
Meridian Community College 601.482.7445 | meridiancc.edu
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ADULT EDUCATION | HIGH SCHOOL EQUIVALENCY
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Individuals may register for FREE students for middle-skill level AE has Literacy classes. We
AE/HSE classes by contacting employment. Students will provide small group learning
the AE office for dates and develop job skills needed for environments with students
times. Registration includes their careers, learn and practice on the same educational skill
an orientation session and good work habits, and effective level. An assessment is given to
assessment test. The orientation communication necessary for determine the appropriate plan of
session informs the student successful employment. instruction.
about the program and the
campus, while the assessment HSE Prep classes provide The program is located at the
test determines educational level, students the necessary Ralph E. Young Jr. Center
strengths, and weaknesses. Upon instruction to take the high school for Adult Basic Education.
completion of the assessment equivalency test (GED or HiSET). Contact us at 601.484.8796
test, students are assigned to the There is a cost for taking the
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classes. student makes the required score
on the official practice test, AE
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access | MERIDIAN
to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities.
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Compliance with Title IX is coordinated by Mr. Derek Mosley, Social Science Instructor, Smith Hall, 910 Highway 19 North, Meridian, MS 39307. 601-553-3453, Fax: 601-484-8635, email: dmosley@meridiancc.edu.
asis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion or age in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities.
Smith, Dean of Student Services, 910 Highway 19 North, Meridian, MS 39307. 601-484-8895, Fax: 601-484-8635, email: dsmith40@meridiancc.edu.
Social Science Instructor, Smith Hall, 910 Highway 19 North, Meridian, MS 39307. 601-553-3453, Fax: 601-484-8635, email: dmosley@meridiancc.edu.
Meridian Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion or age in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities.
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Compliance with Title IX is coordinated by Mr. Derek Mosley, Social Science Instructor, Smith Hall, 910 Highway 19 North, Meridian, MS 39307. 601-553-3453, Fax: 601-484-8635, email: dmosley@meridiancc.edu.CERTIFICATIONS
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CERTIFICATIONS | CAREER CENTER
What is a Certification?
Certifications are documents issued after successful completion
of an examination to validate knowledge and skills in a particular
occupational area. These certifications are valuable economic
credentials that can be necessary for a job or advancement within
a company.
Testing services available, but not limited to:
Test proctoring for colleges outside of the MSVCC: $25 (cash only) Career/Testing Center
The center provides access to an
online and in-house job board,
Pearson Vue NCCO and high stakes professional
CompTIA | Microsoft | Cisco Crane Operators certifications.
American College—ACSM
ICC Online Job Board
CompTia Academy Partner International Code Council
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National Registry EMT appointment call call 601.481.1370.
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TEAS
The Career/Testing Center,
NRCME APICS located in Webb Hall, assists
(National Registry Certified Supply chain and students and community
Medical Examiner) | DOT Exam operations management with testing services and
certifications along with
IC3 NBRC online job search resources.
Computer Fundamentals | Key
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Offers individual training assistance with educational » Must be 18 years or older
costs such as tuition, books, and approved fees » Must have a high school diploma
or equivalency
SUPPORTIVE SERVICE » Must be enrolled in an approved
Offers individual support assistance for barriers that program
affect training completion such as transportation, » Must be registered with Selective
child care, or training associated costs (Available for Service (males born after 1960)
those living in Twin Districts Workforce Area) » Must be registered with the WIN
Job Center
INTERNSHIP
Offers individual job opportunity in field of study,
which allows student to earn a part-time income
while completing training (Available for those living
in Twin Districts Workforce Area)
Funded through Twin Districts CONTACT Shannon Coleman, WIOA Case Manager
Workforce Investment Area/SMPDD 601.553.9531 | scolem11@meridiancc.edu
OR contact your local WIN Job Center.
*Incentives are
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Meridian Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion or age in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. Compliance
with Section 504 is coordinated by Mrs. Deanna Smith, Dean of Student Services, 910 Highway 19 North, Meridian, MS 39307. 601-484-8895, Fax: 601-484-8635, email: dsmith40@meridiancc.edu. Compliance with Title IX
is coordinated by Mr. Derek Mosley, Social Science Instructor, Smith Hall, 910 Highway 19 North, Meridian, MS 39307. 601-553-3453, Fax: 601-484-8635, email: dmosley@meridiancc.edu.
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functions in Word, PowerPoint record sales, pay bills and manage your
MCC-Riley WDC | Room 126 and Excel. checkbook.
Tuesdays and Thursdays
February 25–March 23 MCC-Riley WDC | Room 126 MCC-Riley WDC | Room 131
October 7–November 2 Tuesdays and Thursdays Thursdays
5:30–7:30 p.m. | $50 March 25–April 22 January 14-February 18
November 9–December 9 August 15-September 23
5:30–7:30 p.m. | $50 5:30–8:30 p.m. | $90
For more information
call 601.482.7445.
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LEADERSHIP
ENTREPRENEURS
CUSTOMER SERVICE | LEADERSHIP | ENTREPRENEURS
2021 A Great Attitude is a Choice 2021 LEADERSHIP SERIES
CUSTOMER (Seven Keys to a Positive MCC-Riley WDC | Room 124
SERVICE Attitude) Fridays | 8:30–11:30 a.m.
SERIES June 11
Essential Skills
Discover the Three Levels
of Leadership
MCC-Riley WDC of Customer Service
January 15
Fridays | 8:30– (Proactive Customer Service
10:30 a.m. July 16 Essential Skills of
Communicating
The Basics of Excellent The Foundation of
February 12
Customer Service Exceptional Telephone
Customer Service Coaching Job Skills
(Service Mentality)
(Essential Telephone Skills) March 5
January 22
August 13 Improving Work Habits
Critical Components to
Correcting the Problem April 9
Providing Superior Customer
Service (Listening Skills) Isn’t Always Enough Resolving Conflicts
February 19 (Six Steps to Service Recovery) May 7
September 17
Using Questioning Skills to Supporting Change
Determine Customer Needs Deals with the Core Values June 4
(Questioning Techniques) of Delivering Exceptional
Effective Discipline
March 12 Service (Business Friendly
July 9
Customer Service)
Prevent Service Mishaps October 15 Delegating
Before They Occur August 6
(Five Forbidden Phrases) A Four Point Plan for
April 16 Calming Irate Customers Communicating Up
(How to Handle the Irate September 10
Learn to Avoid Common Customer)
Customer Service Errors Managing Complaints
November 12 October 8
(Six Cardinal Rules)
May 14 The Killer Words of Developing Performance
Customer Service Goals and Standards
December 3 November 5
Providing
Performance Feedback
December 3
ENTREPRENEURSHIP CLASS
This 12-week course will provide
potential and existing entrepreneurs the
fundamentals of starting and operating
a business.
MCC-Riley WDC The class will focus on such topics
Mondays as finance, case studies and simple
January 25–April 26 business plans. Class size is limited.
September 6–December 6
6:00–9:00 p.m. | $125 Includes three weeks of Quickbooks
Page 19INDUSTRIAL
INDUSTRIAL
OSHA Construction 10-hour OSHA 30-hour
The OSHA Outreach Training Program Course for both General Industry and
for the Construction Industry provides Construction are available. These
training for workers and employers on courses are designed for general
the recognition, avoidance, abatement industry workers, construction workers,
and prevention of safety and health foremen, job supervisors and anyone
hazards in workplaces in the construction involved in the general or construction
industry. Upon successful completion industries. Topics include general safety
of the course, participants will receive and health, electrical, fall protection,
OSHA issued cards. Instructor: Stanley PPE, etc. Upon successful completion
Bishop, OSHA Outreach Trainer. of the course, participants will receive
OSHA issued cards. Classes scheduled Powered Industrial Truck
MCC-Riley WDC | Room 153 upon request. Instructor: Stanley Bishop, training programs
OSHA Outreach Trainer. Developed in conjunction with the
Monday–Wednesday Occupational Safety and Health Act
March 22, 23, 24 (OSHA) Code of Federal Regulations
MCC-Riley WDC | Room 153
November 15, 16, 17 1910.178 which applies to Powered
5:00–8:30 p.m. | $100 Industrial Trucks. The goals are to help
Construction
reduce potential for lift truck accidents,
Fridays
reduce the potential for damage to
February 5, 12, 19, 26 the equipment and product and to
September 3, 10, 17, 24 help companies be in compliance
8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. | $100 with federal and state regulations.
Training includes instruction on basic
General Industry safety, forklift operation, loading and
Fridays unloading trailers, fueling forklifts and
June 4, 11, 18, 25 special units. Students will demonstrate
October 8, 15, 22, 29 skills learned by driving the forklift
8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. | $100 and completing a written test before
receiving certification.
Sessions held on Fridays,
OSHA General Industry APICS CPIM Certification
MCC-Riley WDC | Room 128
10-hour Review Courses
Take advantage of hands-on APICS January 15 July 9
This course is designed for general
certification review and learn valuable February 12 August 6
industry workers, construction workers,
foremen, job supervisors and anyone
techniques to become a leader in your March 5 September 10
involved in the general or construction
field. An APICS CPIM instructor will lead April 9 October 8
you through interactive discussions, case May 7 November 5
industries. Topics include general safety
studies, and strategic problem solving June 4 December 3
and health, electrical, fall protection, PPE,
exercises to help you review for your next
etc. Upon successful completion of the
certification exam. Each module will be 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. | $70
course, participants will receive OSHA
covered in approximately 10 three-hour
issued cards. Instructor: Stanley Bishop,
sessions. Participants will earn three CEUs
OSHA Outreach Trainer.
per completed module. Certification
exams may be taken at MCC’s Career
MCC-Riley WDC | Room 153 Development Center. Call Lynne Carey
Monday–Wednesday for more information. 601.481.1300.
February 22, 23, 24
October 4, 5, 6
5:00–8:30 p.m. | $100
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TRAFFIC SCHOOL
INDUSTRIAL | TRAFFIC SCHOOL
Manufacturing Skills
Certification
Manufacturing Skills Certification is a
course designed to provide participants
with general knowledge and skills
needed to be successful in a modern
manufacturing environment. Topics
covered in this class includes: Basic
Computer, Blueprint Reading, Precision
Measurement, Introduction to High-
Performance Manufacturing, OSHA
10 hour, General Industry Certification
and CPR. This class will help prepare
LEARN TO DRIVE A TRUCK
individuals to work in a manufacturing Prerequisites: Accuplacer Scores:
environment, however the skills • High school diploma or high • Reading–55
obtained can also be applied in many school equivalency certificate • Math–34
other occupations. Call 601.482.7445 • 21 years of age or older • SS–60
and ask to speak to a project manager • Clean motor vehicle report
for more details. • Physical & drug test
Classes held at the Call for more information:
Dates TBA | $120 MCC Truck Driver Training Center 601.485.5118
6101 H St. | Meridian
meridiancc.edu
MERIDIAN TRAFFIC SCHOOL
ServSafe Food Seminar Classes Meet on Saturdays at the MCC-Riley WDC
Gain knowledge and training in food
safety. Topics include sanitation, the
8-hour class January 23 July 24
8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. February 27 August 28
flow of food through the operation and
more.
4-hour class
March 27 September 25
The $150 registration fee includes the April 24 October 23
8:00 a.m.–Noon
cost of the textbook and processing
the exam. It is important that fees be
May 22 November 20
paid and book received two weeks June 26 December 18
prior to the seminar. Class size is limited
Call 601.482.8892 to register or register online at
and registration will be taken on a first-
come, first-paid basis.
streetdefensivedriving.com/enrollment form
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
MCC-Riley WDC
$150 course cost
$60 retest fee
Choose from the following
Saturdays:
January 16 June 5
March 20 August 7
May 1 October 9
November 13
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MAINTENANCE
BASIC SKILLS I MAINTENANCE
Basic Electricity HVAC I
This 11-week course will focus on the In this course, participants will gain
basic fundamentals of electrical safety, knowledge of heating and air conditioning
electrical connection to the power theory, refrigeration components, cycle of
company, basic test equipment, how operation and problem recognition. This
to wire a wall switch and wall socket, course is designed for HVAC contractor
energy saving tips and many other items personnel, utility marketing personnel,
that will provide students with a basic or anyone with a desire to gain basic
understanding of electricity. Students understanding of heat pump refrigeration
will also be introduced to the National functions. To learn more about this class
Electrical Code, (NEC) and electrical or to register for the class, call MCC
blueprints. This class will not qualify the Community and Business Development at
student to become a certified electrician, Basic Welding | Day 601.482.7445.
but it is the first step in preparing This 40-hour course will focus on the
the student to begin a career in the basic fundamentals of welding safety MCC-Riley WDC | Room 145
electrician field. All students will receive and the basics of stick and flux core Mondays | 6:00–9:00 p.m.
a certificate of completion after they arc welding and cutting technology. January 25–May 10
have completed the course. This class will not qualify the student to August 16–December 6
become a certified welder, but it is the
Tuition $150 | Book Fee $75
MCC-Riley WDC | Room 145 first step and will prepare the student
Thursdays | 6:00–9:00 p.m. to begin a career in the welding field.
All students will receive a certificate of HVAC II
February 11–May 6 This course is a continuation of HVAC I.
completion after they have completed
Sept. 2–Nov. 11 | $75 Participants will learn basic maintenance
the course. For more information or to
register, contact MCC Community and and troubleshooting techniques, use of
Business Development at 601.482.7445. technical manuals and test equipment
Basic Plumbing and evaluation and repair of equipment.
Learn plumbing safety, tools and Structural Steel Welding Bldg.
terminology and become familiar with Room 101 MCC-Riley WDC | Room 145
plumbing equipment used in the field.
Fridays | 7:00 a.m.–Noon Tuesdays | 6:00—9:00 p.m.
This class will not qualify the student to January 26–May 4
become a certified plumber, but it is the
January 29-March 26
Sept. 17–Nov. 5 | $170 August 17–November 30
first step that will prepare the student Tuition $150 | Book Fee $100
to begin a career in the plumbing field.
Classes fill up quickly so the sooner you Basic Welding | Evening
Fundamental PLC Training Course
call the better. This 40-hour course will focus on the
Basic fundamentals of Industrial PLC
basic fundamentals of welding safety
course includes PLC hardware and wiring,
MCC-Riley WDC | Room 187 and the basics of stick and flux core
basic programing of most used functions
Mondays | 6:00–9:00 p.m. | $40 arc welding and cutting technology.
including, timers, counters, comparison
February 22–April 12 This class will not qualify the student to
functions and math functions and
Sept. 6–Oct. 18 become a certified welder, but it is the
Rockwell -Allen Bradley 500 operating
first step and will prepare the student
system fundamentals.
to begin a career in the welding field.
Students successful in this class will be
All students will receive a certificate of
able to understand and program the
completion after they have completed
most commonly used PLC functions in
the course. For more information or to
a Rockwell 500 operating system (PLC
register, contact MCC Community and
5 or SLC-500). They should be able
Business Development at 601.482.7445. to understand fundamental hardware
types and components for the PLC as
5:30–9:30 p.m. | $170 well as basic and functional programing
Thursdays | Ross Collins for the system. High school diploma or
February 18–April 29 equivalent required.
For more information or Mondays | Structural Steel
call 601.482.7445. Welding Building MCC-Riley WDC | Room 153
September 13–November 29 Mondays | 6:00–9:00 p.m. | TBD
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