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ServSafe Recertification

$119

with Paul McCormick

Calendar Next available session starts Oct 19, 2026 at 4:30 pm

This course is intended for the recertification of food service managers, which is required every five years. The program includes a comprehensive review of key materials, followed by the ServSafe exam administered on the same day.

Who Should Attend: 
This program is designed for food service workers who need to renew their ServSafe Certification. 

Course Format: 
This program is offered in person at the Cape Cod Community College, Hyannis Center location, 540 Main St., Hyannis.

Questions?

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

1C, Rules & Regulations, 2A, and 3A Hoisting Licenses

$379
Calendar Next available session starts Oct 24, 2026 at 8 am
1 additional session on Nov 6, 2026

Prepare for the Massachusetts Hoisting Engineer licensing exam with comprehensive training for 1C, Rules & Regulations, 2A, and 3A Hoisting Licenses. Designed to support both new license applicants and current hoisting professionals seeking continuing education, these courses provide the knowledge and skills needed for safe, compliant, and effective equipment operation.

Led by experienced instructors who hold valid Massachusetts hoisting licenses, the training covers equipment operation, safety protocols, maintenance, inspection procedures, hand signals, and applicable state and federal regulations. Students receive comprehensive study materials and practical guidance to build confidence and prepare for the state licensing examination.

The curriculum aligns with applicable Massachusetts Department of Public Safety and OSHA requirements, including:

  • Massachusetts General Law Chapter 146
  • Code of Massachusetts Regulations (CMR) 6.00 and 14.00
  • OSHA 29 CFR 1926 and 1910
  • ANSI B30 Standards
  • Massachusetts General Laws Chapters 82, 82A, and 164

Whether you are entering the field, adding a new hoisting classification, or maintaining an existing license, this training provides a structured pathway to strengthen your knowledge of safe equipment operation and regulatory requirements.

Applicants for a Massachusetts Hoisting Engineer License must be at least 18 years old, complete the required application, and successfully pass the state examination administered by the Office of Public Safety and Inspections (OPSI). A minimum score of 70% is required to pass. The examination covers the working components of hoisting machinery, safe operating practices, hand signals, and inspection procedures. Massachusetts hoisting licenses must be renewed every two years.

40-Hour Real Estate Salesperson Exam Prep Info Session

Free

with David Harris

Calendar Next available session starts Oct 27, 2026 at 4 pm

Join us to learn more about our 40-Hour Real Estate Salesperson Exam Prep Course starting on November 10, 2026, 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 at the Cape Cod Community College, Hyannis Center location, 540 Main St., Hyannis.

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

Launch Your 501: Nonprofit Startup Essentials

$129

with Angela Ackerman

Calendar Next available session starts Nov 4, 2026 at 1 pm

Learn exactly how to turn your passion into a structured, mission-driven organization that can attract funding and deliver real impact. This three-hour session course breaks down the full startup process, including defining your mission, choosing the right 501 category, forming a board, and completing required state and federal filings. Participants also learn how to prepare for fiscal sponsorship as an early strategic step, including what sponsors look for and how to position your organization for acceptance and participants receive practical templates to move their nonprofit forward with confidence.

Ideal for: Entrepreneurs, community organizers, educators, veterans’ groups, nonprofit starters.

Take away: A Nonprofit Startup Action Plan, Board Engagement Template, and Structure Checklist.

Course Format: This class is offered using Zoom.   

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

40-Hour Real Estate Salesperson Exam Prep

$499

with David Harris

Calendar Next available session starts Nov 10, 2026 at 9 am

The 40-Hour Real Estate Salesperson Exam Prep Course is open to anyone who wishes to sit for the Massachusetts Real Estate Salesperson Exam.

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. 

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.

Course Format:
In-person at the at the Cape Cod Community College, Hyannis Center location, 540 Main St., Hyannis.

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

Excel at Lunch: Pivot Tables and Protected Sheets

$49

with Elaine Moore

Calendar Next available session starts Dec 2, 2026 at 12 pm

Learn to use pivot tables to sort and organize data and build professional-looking reports containing large amounts of data in Microsoft Excel. This learning session will also cover the benefits of protected sheets and how to set them up and use them properly. Finally, we will cover spreadsheet best practices including tips and tricks to help you stay organized, like format painter, text wrapping, auto filling cells, and more! 

There will be time for questions after the hour presentation.

Class Format: 
This class is offered using Zoom.

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

Certified Fiber Optics Technician - CFOT

$975
Calendar Next session starts Jan 11, 2027 at 8 am

**College program registration goes live November 21, 2026**

If you are interested in this program, please click 'Add to Wait List', and complete the information. We will reach out to you as soon as registration opens on November 21st to convert your status to registered. Questions? Please contact Elaine Brown at ebrown@capecod.edu, or by calling 508.375.5017.  

This introductory 24-hour (actual hours may vary depending on number of students) fiber optic technician course is designed for anyone interested in becoming a Certified Fiber Optic Technician. This Fiber Optic Training combines theory and 85% hands-on activities to prepare the student to take the CFOT (Certified Fiber Optic Technician) test that is sanctioned by the FOA (Fiber Optic Association) and given and graded the final class day.

This course also introduces the student to industry standards governing FTTD (Fiber To The Desk), FTTH (Fiber To The Home), and Distribution Cabling. Students will learn how to identify fiber types, recognize various connectors used in fiber installation; and install, terminate, splice, and properly test installed fiber cable to existing standards. This program explores the history and future of fiber optics and fiber optics capabilities, and basic testing and troubleshooting. Anyone interested in becoming a Certified Fiber Optic Technician should attend this class.

Note: 

  1. This program runs Monday & Tuesday, 8am - 5pm, and Wednesday, 8am - 12pm.
  2. The student must pass both the written and hands-on exams to successfully pass this course.

Certified Fiber Optics Programs are offered in partnership with BDI Datalynk. 

Course Format
In-person (on campus) at the Cape Cod Community College, Hyannis Center location, 540 Main St., Hyannis. 

 

Certified Fiber Optics Specialist in Testing and Maintenance - CFOS/T

$900
Calendar Next session starts Jan 13, 2027 at 8 am

**College program registration goes live November 21, 2026**

If you are interested in this program, please click 'Add to Wait List', and complete the information. We will reach out to you as soon as registration opens on November 21st to convert your status to registered.

Questions? Please contact Elaine Brown at ebrown@capecod.edu, or by calling 508.375.5017.  

This 16-hour (actual hours may vary depending on number of students) program is designed to offer advanced training to anyone involved with the testing and maintenance of fiber optic networks. A focal point in the program is to offer a general, easy to understand, approach to fiber optics testing standards with little theory and considerable hands-on activities. This comprehensive program explains the variety of testing standards, equipment and technological approaches used in fiber network testing and splicing and how to choose among them. This 85% hands-on course explores the overall spectrum of testing and maintenance of singlemode fiber optic networks, and provides a detailed overview and demonstration of various pieces of equipment used in testing and maintenance. Subject matter includes a detailed study of ANSI/TIA/EIA-526-(7)A, OTDR fundamentals and uses, OTDR vs. Insertion Loss Testing, Return Loss Testing, and Attenuation testing using the Power Source and Light Meter.

This course is recognized by The US Department of Labor and is sanctioned by the Fiber Optic Association (FOA).

Prerequisite
FOA CFOT course. As of January 1, 2015, the student MUST have successfully passed the basic CFOT course within the preceding 12 months or have renewed their FOA membership within that time frame prior to attending the CFOS/T, CFOS/S, and/or the CFOS/O FOA Specialist courses offered by BDI Datalynk. There are no exceptions. Students are encouraged to register for all courses being offered at the individual locations with the understanding that the CFOT is the prerequisite for all other courses and it must be successfully completed first prior to attending any of the other specialist courses.

Note: 

  1. This program runs Wednesday, 12 - 5pm and Thursday, 8am - 5pm.
  2. The student must pass both the written and hands-on exams to successfully pass this course.

Certified Fiber Optics Programs are offered in partnership with BDI Datalynk. 

Course Format
In-person (on campus) at the Cape Cod Community College, Hyannis Center, 540 Main St., Hyannis. 





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