Personal Enrichment
In-Person Course Offerings
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License to Carry
This class is specializes instruction and handgun safety for students to qualify and receive a License to Carry. This course is a basic course designed for the person who already owns a handgun and how to operate it. The course is a combination of classroom and range time and course times vary.
Course Topics
- Laws relating to weapons
- Use of force
- Safe Storage
- Non-violent dispute resolution
- Handgun use and safety
License to Carry Class Dates & Start Times
- 11/09/24 - 9:00 am - Midland
- 11/23/24 - 9:00 am - Midland
- 11/24/24 - 9:00 am - Midland
License to Carry Spanish
- TBD
For more information, please call (432) 685-4518.
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Course for Motorcycle Riders ... Learn to Ride!
Motorcycle Training Center and Midland College presents the Course for Motorcycle Riders. The owners, managers and rider coaches at the Motorcycle Training Center Inc. are dedicated to providing the highest quality motorcycle operator safety courses in the State of Texas.
We provide the classes required to obtain your Texas Motorcycle License!
Class Dates
- November 29 - 30
- December 14 - 15
- December 21 -22
MIDLAND COMMUNITY BAND
This is not your high school band. There are no auditions, and it does not matter if it has been years since you last played. The group is geared toward those who played in high school or college. There are some school instruments available. This group performs two concerts per semester and occasionally performs in the community. Colby Swails, Instructor. Class is located at the Allison Fine Arts building, Room 126.
Instructor: Colby Swails
Location: Allison Fine Arts Building Room 126
Dates: Aug 19, 2024 - Dec 16, 2024
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Opera 101
We will view excellent productions of operas from some of the world's great opera houses. The purpose of this course is to enhance the student's opera experience through education about the composer, history at the time of the composition, the opera libretto (story), drama, and music - vocal and instrumental. Opera is a story told through the unique union of signing, action and music - which together evoke varying emotions.
- Norma by Bellini
- The Bartered Bride by Smetna
- Semiramide by Rossini
- Manon Lescaut by Puccini
- Siegfried by Wagner
Instructor: Jim Camp
Location: F. Marie Hall Academic Building, Room 203
Dates: September 26 – November 14, 2024
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Digital Photography from Click to Computer
This 8-week course will be an overview of the many facets of photography and is designed
to help lovers of photography get the most out of their images, focusing on both camera
capture and computer editing. Each student will use their own digital camera, preferably
a DSLR, to explore camera controls and functions, as well as the basics of light,
shadow, composition, and framing.
Each class will also cover the basics of Adobe Lightroom photographic editing software.
Editing will be discussed for portrait, landscape, indoor, low light, creative imaging,
and more. All levels of photographers are welcome. Designed for the beginner and enthusiast
alike, this immersive course is structured to enforce photography basics, as well
as push each photographer in their own personal creativity and craft through lecture,
discussion, in-class group exercises, and outside assignments.
Instructor: Mary Kathryn Wimberly, MFA, Artist, Photographer, and Instructor
Location: Allison Fine Arts (AFA) Building, Room 185
Dates: September 23 – November 4, 2024
Café Connect is a series of one-day, interactive sessions designed to provide socialization and learning through engaging discussions. The series will cover a wide variety of topics, including health and wellness, culture, and technology. Each talk explores relevant and diverse subjects, presented by experts in their respective fields.
Snap, Scrap, Share: TikTok Scrapbooking Holiday Edition! December 14, 2024
Online Course Offerings
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Introduction to Digital Scrapbooking
Learn how to make the most of your scrapbooking talents and artistic ideas when you combine digital and traditional scrapbooking techniques.
Write Your Life Story
Learn how to create and distribute an inspirational and professional autobiography for family, friends, and others.
Healthy Living Suite
Learn how to establish a healthy approach to successful weight loss and weight maintenance for a lifetime.
Beginning Conversational French
This course will teach you the proper pronunciation of French words that you can use in your travels and cultural tips about France and other French-speaking countries.
Discover Sign Language
Discover the fun of learning sign language and using your hands to communicate.
Instant Italian
This dynamic course will teach you how to express yourself comfortably in Italian. You’ll read, hear, and practice dialogues of everyday words which will teach you to communicate in a wide variety of settings.
Speed Spanish
Learn six easy recipes to glue Spanish words together into sentences, and you’ll be engaging in conversational Spanish in no time.
ONLINE MUSIC CLASSES FOR BUSY PEOPLE
Instant Piano
October 26, 2024 - 9:00AM
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Instant Guitar
October 26, 2024 - 1:00PM
Discover Digital Photography
An informative introduction to the fascinating world of digital photography.
Resume Writing Workshop
Discover the secret to transforming your tired, boring resume into a powerful tool that will get you interviews.
An Introduction to Voiceovers
Voice Acting Education: Explore the voiceover industry with your instructor, a professional, working voice actor from the voice acting training company, Voices For All, in a one-on-one, personalized, video chat setting.
Ready to Sign-up?
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1 - Online
Register online by clicking the "View Course Dates & Registration" button listed with your course and logging in to the CE portal. Please read the MC Continuing Education Portal Instructions first.
MC Continuing Education Portal Instructions (pdf)
2 - By phone
(432) 685-4518
Credit/debit cards are NOT accepted over the phone
- Credit/Debit Card payments must be made online (Visa, MasterCard and Discover)
- Cash, Checks, Money Orders, Traveler’s Checks, are accepted
Providing your SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER is Important
A social security number is required to identify student's permanent records. The Midland College registration system automatically encrypts a student’s social security number into a student identification number. The student ID is used for all internal printed material and provides additional protection of a students’ privacy.
Students are urged to become familiar with the student ID number and to use it when communication with College offices. Students are requested to provide their social security number to the College for maintenance of their student records; it also allows the College to meet federal and state-reporting requirements.
Additional Information & Policies
TUITION AND FEES
Tuition and fees must be paid in full by 12:00 pm (noon) two business days prior to the first class day. Some departments may require payment earlier, students need to verify, at time of registration, when their payment will be due. Students will only be contacted if a course is cancelled or if any changes are made to the course information originally published in the CE schedule. Tuition and fees are based on the number of course hours, instruction costs, and equipment and building use.
REFUND/CANCELLATION POLICY
Courses that lack sufficient enrollment will be cancelled by 12:00 pm one-business days prior to the first class day. If a course is cancelled, the continuing education department makes every effort to notify all registered students promptly. Students will only be contacted if a course is cancelled or if any changes are made to the course information originally published in the CE schedule.
Each Continuing Education class has a minimum student enrollment requirement that has to be met in order for the class to make. Paid students that are enrolled in a cancelled course will automatically be issued a refund from our accounting department. No cash refunds will be issued.
Students will receive 100% refund (less a $10 processing fee) if they drop prior to the first class day; they will receive an 80% refund (less $10) if they drop before the second class day. With the exception of extenuating circumstances, students will not receive a refund for a one-day class if they drop on the day of the class. No refunds will be given after the second class day. It is the student's responsibility to cancel their registration. Allow 30 days for a refund.
PARKING PERMITS
Students enrolled in CE courses at MC Main Campus will receive a parking permit the first day of class.
Community Programs Office
Cogdell Learning Center
201 W. Florida
Midland, TX 79701