The Massachusetts Certified Hot Work Training may be taken as a stand-alone program or as a part of our Welding Basics with Hot Work Certification Program.

In Massachusetts, individuals who perform, supervise, or delegate hot work activities—such as welding, cutting, or brazing—must hold a state-approved Hot Work Safety Certificate. To earn the certificate, participants must complete approved training and pass an assessment. The certification is valid for three years and must be renewed upon expiration.

Our Massachusetts state-approved program covers all aspects of the new Hot Work requirements. This 3-hour training meets state guidelines and includes OSHA standards as well as the Hot Work permitting process.

Training will include:

• 527 CMR 1.00 Chapter 4129
• CFR 1910.252 Subpart Q
• NFPA 51B
• NFPA 241A
• NSI Z49
• Responsibilities for Hot Work
• Fire Prevention and Precautions
• Sole Proprietors and Individual Operators
• Potential Hazards
• Basic Precautions for Fire Prevention
• Confined Spaces
• Public Exhibitions & DemonstrationsSpecific Processes
• Process Hazards

Course format:
This course is offered in person.

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

This hands-on course introduces the fundamentals of welding through small-scale projects relevant to various regional industries. Participants will learn essential welding techniques and safety practices, earning their Hot Work Safety Certification on the first day of the program.

Designed for those interested in basic welding for minor repairs and maintenance, this course does not provide welding certification and is not intended for individuals seeking advanced welding skills or structural welding training.

Format: This 2-part program is offered in person

Important: Please note that this program is split between two locations:

1. Massachusetts Certified Hot Work Training: Friday at the CCCC Hyannis Center, 540 Main Street, Hyannis
2. Welding Basics: Wednesdays at the CCCC Plymouth Aviation Center, 246 South Meadow Road, Plymouth

Two Sessions Available:

1. Friday, 9/26/2025; 8:30am - 11:30am, Wednesdays, 10/1 & 10/8/2025; 8:30am - 4pm 
2. Friday, 10/31/2025; 8:30am - 11:30am, Wednesdays, 11/5 & 11/12/2025; 8:30am - 4pm 

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

This hybrid course educates dental assistants in the fundamentals of dental radiology and is for participants who have some working experience in Dental Assisting. 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, 9/29/2025
• In person clinical lab runs Saturday, 10/18/2025 from 8am-3:30pm (including lunch break)

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

TThis course is designed for individuals seeking initial certification as food service managers. As an accredited program, it provides comprehensive preparation for the ServSafe exam, which will be administered on the final day of class. The required textbook is included with enrollment, with two-weeks provided for study.

Class meets on 10/6 and 10/20/2025.

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.

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

This 40-hour course contains the 29 CFR 1910.120 regulatory overview, site and safety health plan, job hazard analysis, waste characterization, site investigation/audit, personal protective equipment, air monitoring, decontamination, SCBA use, basic principles of emergency response, introduction to confined space, and chemical hazards vs. physical hazards.

Course dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10/14-10/28/2024; 8:30am - 4:30pm

Class Format:
This program is offered in person. 

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

Join us for a welcoming, in-person course that demystifies artificial intelligence in just two engaging sessions. Designed for adult learners from all backgrounds, this course requires no technical background—just bring your curiosity and an open mind.

Explore how AI is already shaping our daily routines, workplaces, and communities—including right here on Cape Cod. You'll learn how to use AI tools to simplify everyday tasks, support personal projects, and spark new ideas for small businesses or creative pursuits.

Whether you're a professional, retiree, entrepreneur, or simply someone eager to stay current in a fast-changing digital world, this course offers hands-on guidance in a relaxed, supportive setting. Sessions take place in our comfortable computer lab so you can follow along step-by-step.

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. 

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

Join us as local Computer Science Engineer and Bitcoin teacher, advisor and author, Tom Whitehill, provides insights into why Bitcoin is undergoing global adoption by individuals, families, businesses, institutions, governments and nation states. This will not be a technical discussion, rather it will focus on Bitcoin as a monetary innovation and how Bitcoin is one in a long series of historic innovations with global impact. Let's learn all about it together!

About Bitcoin: Bitcoin began in 2009 as an ‘engineered money’ project created by a pseudonymous cryptographer named Satoshi Nakamoto. Over the past 16 years, Bitcoin has become globally recognized as an important monetary innovation which is influencing change in financial industries worldwide.

Course format:
This course is offered in person.

Questions?
Contact Elaine Brown, 50/-375-5017 or ebrown@capecod.edu.