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

The Center for Corporate 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.

Upon successful completion of this course, students will have developed the skill set needed to enter the workforce as an entry-level Outboard Engine Technician, and students will receive a Yamaha industry-recognized credential. 

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

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 in the marine industry.

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

Program Timeline  

• 10 student maximum.
• Marine Technician Certification Training will run three nights per week beginning 9/9/2024 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., 9/11, 9/129/19/2024 from 6-8:30pm.

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

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

This hybrid course educates dental assistants in the fundamentals of dental radiology. This hands-on course is for participants who have some working experience in Dental Assisting and must be familiar with basic dental and dental radiology related terminology.

This course consists of a 24-hour online and 6-hour clinical lab comprised of learning modules, clinical simulation software and a final exam. Upon successful completion of all components of this course participants will be qualified to submit their application for certification to expose radiographs in dental practices in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to the Board of Registration in Dentistry. 30 CEUs available upon the successful completion of this course.

Course format: 

• Online/didatic portion begins on Monday, 9/30/2024
• In person clinical lab runs Saturday, 10/19/2024 from 8am-3:30pm (including lunch break)

Burlington CORE Low Basic & Beginner English is the first level in a six level, Standards-based Core Curriculum: A standards-based, blended curriculum developed especially for adult ESL students

Students living and working in the United States will improve their language skills and gain important life skills using English in America. Face-to-face instruction and online learning using engaging videos and authentic audio recordings prepare students for real-life interactions in English.

This course is designed to provide students with a good foundation of basic vocabulary, language structures, work skills, and life skills, so they will be able to communicate and interact at work, at school, and in the community. 

Who should attend:
This program is designed for beginners who would like to learn the English language.

No class on: 10/14 and 11/4-11/22 for self study and practice.

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

This course is designed for the initial certification of food service managers. This accredited program will prepare you for the ServSafe exam. Exam administered on the last day of class. Text book included.

Class meets on 10/7 and 10/21/2024.

Who Should Attend
This program is for those in the food service industry who need to be certified in sufficient food safety knowledge to protect the public from foodborne illness.

Class Format
This program is offered in person.

Scholarships Available! With support from the Cotton Center for Real Estate Studies, we are able to offer a $400 scholarship based on student need. The scholarship reduces the cost per student to $99.

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

Who Should Attend?
Anyone who wishes to sit for the Massachusetts Real Estate Salesperson Exam.

Course Format: This program is offered in person. 

Join us mid-day for a quick overview of PowerPoint!

Come watch or follow along during this 1-hour, lunchtime mini session where we will cover how to setup, layout and format a PowerPoint presentation using the Slide Master.

There will be time for questions after the hour presentation.

Class Format: Class is offered using Zoom.

Whatever level of knowledge you start with, this course will help you build a solid foundation for social media strategy and gain applicable skills that will allow you to make your social media efforts more successful and noticeable. You’ll learn what social media strategy entails, including the different social media channels that exist. You’ll learn how to select social media channels that fit your needs, set goals and success metrics, and determine how to target your audiences with social media. 

Class Format
This course is offered using Zoom. 

QPR stands for Question, Persuade, and Refer. People trained in QPR learn how to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to question, persuade, and refer someone to help. 

Class Format
Offered live via Zoom. Zoom information will be emailed to registered participants prior to the start of the program. 

Schedule:  Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024 from 9:00am -10am

The Cape and Islands Suicide Prevention Coalition has partnered with Cape Cod Community College to offer QPR, safeTALK, Mental Health First Aid, Sudden Death Postvention, and ASIST training programs that provide our communities with the necessary information and tools to raise awareness, educate, and increase action to reduce suicides.

Questions: Contact Val Duffy, Cape Cod Community College, at 508-375-5018 or email vduffy@capecod.edu