An Introduction to Outboard Systems
Start a New Career in Marine Technology

The Center for Community and Professional Education at Cape Cod Community College is offering a Marine Technician/Mechanic Training Program, in partnership with Yamaha Motor University, to meet the demands of the booming Massachusetts boating industry!

This Yamaha Introduction to Outboard Systems course covers all components and functions of an outboard engine and is designed to be an entry-level course for students desiring to pursue careers with Yamaha Outboard dealers on Cape Cod and beyond. The focus is on basic outboard systems and maintenance to prepare you for a variety of positions including Marine Technicians, Sales, Parts and Administrative roles. It is primarily lecture with some hands-on experiences. The on-site, online portion includes quizzes and exams administered by Yamaha Marine University. Upon completion, you will receive a certificate from Yamaha that allows you to pursue their next level training once employed by a Yamaha dealer.

Students will also participate in an OSHA 10 Safety Program to improve classroom safety while earning this additional certification.

In addition, 1B, 1C, and 3A Hoisting Engineer training will be available to interested students as a separate enrollment opportunity.

An Introduction to Outboard Systems is limited to a maximum of 10 students.

Who Should Take This Program
This 100-hour program is for entry-level participants with little or no experience in the field. Previous experience is desirable but not required. Interested participants should have a high school diploma/equivalent or 1-3 years' experience in the field.

This program is not designed for do-it-yourself home repair, but for those looking for a career path entry level program in the recreational marine industry with a focus on Yamaha Outboard products.

What to Expect
This in-person program includes classroom instruction, onsite technical instruction, and online instruction. Students will receive career coaching, curriculum support, as well as hands-on training. 

Program Timeline:

• Marine Technician Certification Training will run three nights per week beginning 9/8/2025 on Mon./Wed./Thu., from 6-9pm.
• OSHA 10 Certification Program will run twice weekly during the first two weeks of the program on Wed./Thu., 9/10, 9/11, 9/17 & 9/18/2025, from 6-8:30pm.
• Hoisting Engineer Prelicensing Program (Earn 1B, 1C & 3A) is available for students who choose to enroll on Fri., 10/24/2025, from 8am - 4:30pm.

Class Format
This program is held in person at the Marine Technology Lab at Cape Cod Community College.

Payment plans are available with $500 down. Please let us know if you have additional financial needs.

Questions?
Contact Curt Ainsworth, Marine Technology Coordinator/Instructor, at 774.330.4606 or email cainsworth@capecod.edu.

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• The role of integrated pest management (IPM) in sustainable landscaping
• How to recognize and encourage beneficial insects such as ladybugs, lacewings, and parasitic wasps
• Common non-beneficial insects and the damage they cause to plants and ecosystems
• Safe and effective use of landscape chemicals, including organic and environmentally friendly options
• Balancing chemical use with ecological health to support pollinators and other helpful organisms

Through engaging presentations and expert insights, attendees will gain actionable knowledge to enhance the resilience, beauty, and sustainability of their landscapes. Whether you're managing a backyard garden or a large-scale property, this seminar offers tools to promote ecological balance and long-term plant health.

Who Should Attend:
Landscape professionals, master gardeners, groundskeepers, nursery staff, and homeowners with an interest in sustainable gardening.

Format: 
This program is taught in person.

• Lectures: Wednesdays, 9/10, 9/17 & 9/24; 5 - 7pm at the CCCC Hyannis Center
• Nature Walk: Saturday, 10/4; 9 - 11am, location TBD

Questions?
Contact Elaine Brown at ebrown@capecod.edu or 508-375-5017. 

Minimize exposure to hazardous conditions, be in compliance with Federal and State laws, and reduce your organizations liability exposure. This OSHA 10 safety training is designed for entry-level workers in the trades and is beneficial to ensure individuals are following the correct guidelines for on the job safety. 

Format:
This program is offered in person.

Questions: 
Contact Elaine Brown at ebrown@capecod.edu or 508-375-5017. 

ASL is a visual gestural language that is a native language among deaf individuals. This class is geared towards people who are new to American Sign Language or those who have an elementary introduction and wish to expand their knowledge. The goal is to take students with little or no knowledge of ASL and Deaf Culture and provide them with the skills needed to communicate comfortably in a variety of situations in the Deaf community.

This course is for those who have no experience with ASL or who need a refresher on the basics. Learn the ASL manual alphabet, numbers, greetings, feelings, expressions, family, time, clothes, body parts, and other basic conversational tools.

Course Format: 
This course is offered in person. 

Questions?
Contact Elaine Brown, Program Coordinator, at ebrown@capecod.edu or 508-375-5017.

Are you juggling multiple balls in the air with your busy professional and/or personal life? Are you always trying to develop strategies that can help you to navigate and manage your stress well?

During this course you will learn an innovative approach and practical strategies to help you to navigate your life by managing stress. We will explore current symptoms of stress, stressors, triggers, and thought traps and learn positive and practical strategies for managing and re-framing by exploring current skills. Give yourself a gift and join us. Continue to be a lifelong learner and promote positive wellbeing skills through managing stress that will enhance your life.

Outline of Course:

• Learn the basics of stress
• Identify stressors, sources of stress, and triggers
• Develop positive strategies to manage stress
• Develop a results-oriented stress management plan
• Learn a 6-step approach to manage stress - anywhere!

Course Format: 
You can participate in this course via Zoom while eating lunch at your desk, walking on the beach, or in the woods. Just carve out a time and place that works for you.

Questions?
Contact Elaine Brown at ebrown@capecod.edu or 508-375-5017.

Join us to learn more about our 40-Hour Real Estate Salesperson Exam Prep Course starting on September 16th and meet our instructor, Dave Harris. Find out more about available scholarships as well! 

Massachusetts requires 40 hours of pre-license training prior to the real estate salesperson exam. Our course prepares students for the license exam. It is approved by the MA Board of Registration for fulfilling its licensing requirements. 

Course Format:
In-person at the Cape Cod Community College, Hyannis Center. 

Questions?
Contact Elaine Brown, Program Coordinator, at ebrown@capecod.edu or 508-375-5017. 

Behavior-Based Safety (BBS) is a way to improve workplace safety by focusing on what people do, why they do it, and how to help them do it more safely. It creates a partnership between employees and management to keep everyone's attention on safe behaviors every day.

BBS uses proven techniques from a field called organizational behavior management to understand and change behaviors in real-world situations. The goal is to make safety a shared responsibility and a regular part of how everyone works.

Course format:
This course is offered in-person and in two locations.

Questions?
Contact Elaine Brown, Program Coordinator at ebrown@capecod.edu or 508-375-5017.

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This course will provide students with the opportunity to:

• Recognize that effective management is dependent on excellent communication skills.
• Discuss communication skills and activities that are required for managers at all levels of management. 
• Create business memos and letters. 
• Write a clear and concise analytical business report 
• Demonstrate proficiency in giving oral presentations 
• Create a professional visual presentation including graphics
• Prepare and maintain an e-portfolio 

By the end of this course, students will possess the necessary communication competencies to thrive as effective managers in today's dynamic business landscape.

Course Format:
This course is offered live using Zoom.

Questions?
Contact Elaine Brown at ebrown@capecod.edu or 508-375-5017.