CMC Vail Valley at Edwards

Faculty:  Jason Gotzinger Classes: September 25 (only) Meets: Wednesday; 09:00 AM - 04:30 PM Cost: Free Register Now!  Search for QMAP Instruction on Community Education Classes…

Slow computer driving you crazy? Learn how to keep your Windows system running smoothly, and check for problems that may cause your hard drive to fail. You'll learn how to delete temporary files and cookies left over from your web browsing and software updates. We will also cover how to install and run free anti-virus and malware programs that keep your computer safe from those threats. Finally, you'll learn how to back up your data and create a system image… Read more: Clean Up Your Windows Computer

This class is designed for the general population and outdoor enthusiasts, and follows American Heart Association guidelines. Learn basic first aid skills; how to administer CPR to infants, children, and adults; and how to use an AED. The textbook and an individual pocket mask for CPR are included in the class fee. Students who successfully complete this class will receive a certification card valid for two years.  Classes: September 28 (only) Meets: Saturday; 09:00 AM - 03:50 PM Cost: $66 Register Now!  Search for CPR for Health Care… Read more: CPR for Health Care Providers

This second-level class covers a large variety of topics such as: creating and using cell and range names; using logical, date/time, and text functions; sorting and filtering data; and outlining and subtotaling data. Additionally, we'll learn how to create table objects and charts, apply conditional formatting, and work with pivot tables. This class will help you take your use of Excel to the next level. Taught with Excel for Windows, but generalizable to the Mac version. Cost includes workbook; please… Read more: Excel 2016: Intermediate

Do you have a garage full of stuff you no longer need or want? Or, are you looking for that one item to make a collection complete? Find what you're looking for and make money by selling your unwanted items on eBay, the world's biggest garage sale. Learn the basics of bidding, buying and selling on eBay in one morning. By the end of this class, you'll be able to purchase items on eBay with confidence, and you'll be on… Read more: Buying – Selling on eBay

Publisher is a desktop publishing software that allows you to create greeting cards, certificates, newsletters and other printed material. Learn to use Publisher's selection of "building blocks" that can be dragged into your documents, helping you create page elements such as calendars, sidebars and borders. Learn to use the integrated online sharing and mail merge functions. You'll learn to add content, format your text, work with graphics, and prepare your publication for printing and sharing. Take your marketing to the… Read more: Publisher 2016

This is an intermediate level photography class. Take your photography to the next level and learn exactly what it takes to create award-winning images. In this four-week class you will learn about: Eliminating the most common mistakes newer photographers make Capturing light The 12 most effective compositional elements Histograms Photographing landscapes, wildlife, children, pets, portraiture, motion, silhouettes, still life, flowers, water images and more Night photography Light painting Handling challenging lighting conditions Focus stacking HDR images Equipment, gear and filters… Read more: Take Award-Winning Photographs

West Coast Swing is the latest of the Ballroom dances. It is a partner dance with roots in the Lindy Hop. It is characterized by an elastic look that results from its extension-compression technique of partner connection and is danced primarily in a slotted area on the dance floor. Come out to learn the basics of this energizing dance. Couples and singles welcome. No class November 7. Email Maria Barry with questions, mariabarry122@hotmail.com Faculty:  Maria Barry Classes: October 17 through November 14 Meets: Thursday; 06:30 PM -… Read more: West Coast Swing

Singles and couples are welcome to join this fun introduction to country western dances. You'll learn Country Two-Step, Western Waltz, Line Dancing and Country Swing. No class November 7. Email Maria Barry with questions, mariabarry122@hotmail.com. Faculty:  Maria Barry Classes: October 17 through November 14 Meets: Thursday; 07:30 PM - 08:30 PM Cost: $100 Register Now!  Search for Intro to Country Western Dance on Community Education Classes…

You will learn all the necessary tools, tips, and technology to create an awesome painting. We will teach you how to handle brushes, how to mix colors, and how to grow and become a painter. We will study realistic still life and beautiful nature in Colorado. Faculty:  Lenka Sage Classes: October 22 through December 10 Meets: Tuesday; 12:00 PM - 02:50 PM Cost: $175 Register Now!  Search for Painting for the Absolute Beginner on Community Education Classes…

Practice your craft during self-guided studio time. You are welcome to use the studio when classes are not in session; from 2-5pm. You must have been enrolled in the CMC studio or ceramics class prior to enrolling in this open studio. If you have questions about the studio, e-mail Willow Murphy wmurphy@coloradomtn.edu.  Classes: October 22 through December 17 Meets: Tuesday; 02:00 PM - 05:00 PM Cost: $155 Register Now!  Search for Ceramics Open Studio on Community Education Classes…

Designed for healthcare professionals, but available to the public, this CPR class is open to individuals interested in developing the ability to recognize several life-threatening emergencies, administer CPR, use an AED, and relieve choking safely and effectively. This class meets the requirements for the American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification. An individual pocket mask and text are included in the class fee. Students who successfully complete this class will receive a certification card valid for two years.  Classes: October 23 through October… Read more: Basic First Aid – CPR

This course is intended for students who are experienced Excel 2016 users that want to work with some more advanced Excel features. Material covered includes: performing advanced data analysis (such as LookUp functions); working with multiple worksheets and workbooks; sharing and protecting workbooks; applying data validation and formula auditing; and forecasting data. You'll also learn to collaborate with colleagues; automate complex or repetitive tasks; and use conditional logic will put the full power of Excel at your fingertips. Taught with… Read more: Excel 2016: Advanced

Learn about how neuroscience and mindfulness intersect so you can feel less stress, and suffering; and feel more joy, kindness, compassion and connection. We'll discuss both informal and formal mindfulness practice, with emphasis on the five core skills of mindfulness. The skills you learn in this class can be applied in your personal and professional life right away, and require no special talent or equipment. No class Oct. 31. Faculty:  Kristen Green Classes: October 24 through November 7 Meets: Thursday; 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM Cost: $40 Register Now!  Search for… Read more: Five Core Skills of Mindfulness

Explore your inner artist and come create a journal using different art techniques. This is a three day workshop and we will be creating pages in your journal. You will fall in love creating images of your energy and moving your feelings to the page to give them new meaning and vision. Your journal will become a visual picture or your soul. Faculty:  Lenka Sage Classes: October 25 through November 8 Meets: Friday; 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM Cost: $65 Register Now!  Search for Art Journaling on Community Education Classes…

Knit a fun holiday item which can be used as a decorative bottle topper or as a hanging ornament. We will knit a choice of snowman, elf or Santa. IF time permits, you could knit two items. You will leave with the knowledge to make these adorable gifts on your own. You should already know how to knit and purl, and read a pattern. These little toppers are a good beginning project. Knit a few to give as handmade gifts,… Read more: Knit a Christmas Bottle Topper

After you master the basics of Word, such as creating, editing, and saving documents; navigating; and printing, you're ready to tackle more advanced features. These features allow you to create complex and professional documents. You can automate tasks so you are more efficient. You'll learn to create and modify complex documents and use tools that allow you to customize those documents. You'll organize content using tables and charts; customize formats using styles and themes; insert content using quick parts; use… Read more: Word 2016: Intermediate

Concerned about the future? Stressed about our politics, economics and cultural divisions, and uncomfortable with change? The solution to many of our fears and anxieties about change lie within us. This class explores what the future and technology may look like, examines your personal barriers to change, and provides techniques and tools to expand your comfort and ability to perform and grow in this transformative era. Treat yourself to a class where you can learn how to increase your resiliency,… Read more: Future-Proof Yourself

This class is designed for the general population and outdoor enthusiasts, and follows American Heart Association guidelines. Learn basic first aid skills; how to administer CPR to infants, children, and adults; and how to use an AED. The textbook and an individual pocket mask for CPR are included in the class fee. Students who successfully complete this class will receive a certification card valid for two years.  Classes: November 16 (only) Meets: Saturday; 09:00 AM - 03:50 PM Cost: $66 Register Now!  Search for CPR for Health Care… Read more: CPR for Health Care Providers