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iPhone-tography: Mastering the Art of Smartphone Photography

$69

with Jonathan Fonseca

Calendar Next available session starts Jul 10, 2025 at 6 pm

Tired of scrolling through your phone’s camera roll and seeing the same old boring photos? Say hello to Phone-tography, where you’ll transform your phone camera into a powerhouse of photographic potential!  

This workshop is designed to help you capture stunning, professional-quality photos that will make your followers, friends, and family drool with envy.

You’ll learn essential photography principles like composition, lighting, and focus, and how to apply them to your phone’s camera. You’ll also get a look at the latest photo editing apps and techniques. By the end of the workshop, you’ll be snapping photos that capture the beauty of the world around you like never before. Say goodbye to bland and hello to bold with Phone-tography. 

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

Bonjou Kreyòl! A Beginners Guide to Haitian Creole

$189

with Magda Celin

Calendar Next available session starts Jul 15, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 4 weeks

This beginner-level course is designed to help students develop foundational skills in both spoken and written Haitian Creole. Through engaging, real-life contexts, students will learn how to communicate effectively in everyday situations—from introducing themselves to talking about the weather, time, and personal preferences. In addition to language instruction, the course offers an immersive exploration of Haitian culture, including music, art, cuisine, and other vibrant traditions. By connecting language learning with cultural insights, students will gain a deeper appreciation and understanding of Haiti and its people.

Course Objectives:

  • Introduce oneself and engage in basic conversations in Haitian Creole.
  • Discuss everyday topics such as the weather, time, and personal likes or dislikes.
  • Gain insight into Haitian culture through language associated with music, art, food, and more.

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

Excel at Lunch: Mastering Basic Formulas

$49

with Elaine Moore

Calendar Next available session starts Jul 17, 2025 at 12 pm

Join us mid-day for a quick and focused overview of Microsoft Excel formulas!

In this 1-hour lunchtime session, you'll learn how to effectively and efficiently use formulas to calculate and manage numerical data. Designed for beginners and those looking to refresh their skills, this session will cover the most commonly used formulas in Excel and how to apply them in everyday work scenarios.

Whether you're watching or following along, you'll walk away with practical knowledge you can use right away. A Q&A session will follow the presentation—bring your questions!

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

MS Excel: Advanced Functions & Data Tools

$219

with Elaine Moore

Calendar Next available session starts Jul 31, 2025 at 10 am, runs for 3 weeks

This virtual, interactive, and hands-on course is designed for users ready to deepen their Excel skills. Ideal for those who need to customize worksheets, create long-range spreadsheets, or present data visually, this session focuses on expanding your knowledge of formulas and functions, as well as working with multiple sheets and advanced data tools.

Topics will include:

  • Advanced Functions in Excel
  • Understanding Absolute vs. Relative Cell Referencing
  • Creating and Linking Multiple Sheets in a Workbook
  • Building and Customizing Charts
  • Sorting and Filtering Data
  • Inserting and Using Pivot Tables

Attendees are encouraged to bring current spreadsheet projects to work on in real-time with private support from the instructor.

Note: To get the most out of this Zoom-based session, it is recommended that participants use a second monitor, iPad, or tablet to view the training while working hands-on on their own computer.

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

Excel at Lunch: Tips, Tricks & Time-Savers

$49

with Elaine Moore

Calendar Next available session starts Aug 5, 2025 at 12 pm

Boost your Excel expertise in just one hour!

This lunchtime session is packed with valuable tips and tricks to help you work smarter, not harder. Discover new keyboard shortcuts, hidden features, and time-saving techniques that will enhance your productivity and streamline your workflow in Excel.

Whether you're a regular user or just looking to sharpen your skills, this session is designed to take your Excel game to the next level. Stay after the presentation for a brief Q&A—bring your questions and get expert answers!

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

The Advanced Manager

$349

with Angela Ackerman

Calendar Next available session starts Aug 6, 2025 at 9 am, runs for 4 weeks

Elevate Your Leadership for Greater Impact!

Take your leadership to the next level with The Advanced Manager, a high-impact course designed for managers ready to tackle complex workplace challenges and drive strategic results. Building on the foundation of the Essentials course, this program expands your leadership toolkit to help you lead people and projects with confidence, empathy, and clarity.

Participants will learn how to:

  • Coach individuals effectively and build high-performing teams
  • Strengthen organizational competencies by applying emotional intelligence (EQ) and cultural intelligence (CQ)
  • Address difficult employees and sensitive situations with professionalism
  • Engage and motivate both in-person and remote staff
  • Use strategic thinking to align leadership with organizational goals

This course combines leadership theory with practical application through a variety of engaging methods:

  • Instructor-led presentations
  • Individual and group exercises
  • Peer discussion and real-world case studies
  • Hands-on projects
  • Self-assessments and guided reflection

Designed for experienced managers looking to grow, this course offers tools you can immediately apply to lead with purpose and precision.

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