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Many people do not view nonprofits as a business, which can create problems. A nonprofit MUST be run in a business-like manner to ensure success and survival. This workshop will show you how nonprofits are a business, with some variations from a for-profit business.

PowerPoint provided following each class at no additional fee. 

Age range: 18+

Dive into the world of AI-powered marketing and media creation. Learn to craft engaging social media posts, design visuals, and generate video content using AI tools. This class is ideal for entrepreneurs, educators promoting programs, and professionals managing brand awareness with limited resources and time.

Age range: 18+

Are you already a Notary and looking for ways to increase your income? Make the most out of your notary commission by becoming a certified Loan Signing Agent. You’ll have an instructor in real time teach you how to notarize loan documents and give you a simple strategy and all the tools you need to launch your new business as a Loan Signing Agent. Our expert teachers are seasoned in the business; they'll teach you the process of completing a signing, best practices in the industry, and how to get loan signing assignments. A certificate is awarded upon completion of the course. Topics include:

• Notarize a loan package from any bank successfully every time
• The dos and don'ts of the profession
• What to discuss with your clients
• How to develop your own business
• Getting signed up with busy signing agencies

Cost: $129, includes materials fee. Your materials fee includes a digital workbook, practice loan documents, and a Certificate of Completion. 

  Prerequisite: You must have completed the "Becoming a Notary Public' seminar prior to taking this class or are currently a licensed CA notary. Age range: 18+

Want to know why creators and marketers say a blog is the best type of website? Whether you want a website for personal or professional use, discover how a blog makes it easy to share your products, services, writing, pictures, and videos with family, friends, organizations, and customers. Find out the four most popular ways to use a blog to make money and how a blog makes your search and social media marketing easier! Topics include blogs for business, blog ads, blogs for marketing, and building blog communities.

This class includes a class workbook and one-year online membership, which provides access to a library of over 400 articles on technology, updates of web versions class workbooks, a community of online learners, and live weekly one hour “Tech Topics” on a wide range of technology. 

Age range: 18+

Do you want or need to create content for your website, newsletter, or social media but struggle to do so? In this class, you’ll discover the five steps used by the pros to produce articles, blog posts, product descriptions, social media posts, and more. Starting with the basics, this class will show you the five essential steps to writing, formatting, choosing images, and creating a calendar for scheduling. You’ll learn about writing, photography, audio, video tools, and posting content applications. 

This class includes a class workbook and one-year online membership, which provides access to a library of over 400 articles on technology, updates of web versions class workbooks, a community of online learners, and live weekly one hour “Tech Topics” on a wide range of technology. 

Age range: 18+

 In what could be the most enlightening webinar you’ve ever taken, our instructor and professional voice coach will show you how you can actually begin using your speaking voice for commercials, films, videos, and more. Most people go about it the wrong way. In this introductory class, you will learn about a unique, outside the box way to break into this creative, fulfilling, and potentially lucrative industry. Voice-overs can be managed on your own terms, on your own turf, in your own time, and with minimal overhead!  Age range: 18+

 In what could be the most enlightening webinar you’ve ever taken, our instructor and professional voice coach will show you how you can actually begin using your speaking voice for commercials, films, videos, and more. Most people go about it the wrong way. In this introductory class, you will learn about a unique, outside the box way to break into this creative, fulfilling, and potentially lucrative industry. Voice-overs can be managed on your own terms, on your own turf, in your own time, and with minimal overhead!  Age range: 18+

Whether you are asking for organizational contributions, selling school fundraising items, putting on an event, or other requests, is asking for and bringing in funds to support your organization or program a challenge? You are not alone. You don’t have to apologize when asking for support and contributions for your organization. In this course you will learn techniques to bring in funds and resources for your project or organization. This workshop is valuable for staff, Boards, volunteers, and anyone who is involved with raising funds for your nonprofit organization.

PowerPoint provided following each class at no additional fee. 

Age range: 18+

 

Learn how Gina has taught her way around the world & paid for vacations and travel to 100 countries. Teaching English can be a high paying career or simply a great way to travel free. English is the world’s business & travel language. Being able to speak English helps people get better paying jobs & life changing choices. If you speak English, you can teach conversational English! You don’t have to be certified or speak the local language. However, getting certified can help you make more money & get a job faster and easier. There are now many excellent affordable online certification programs. Plus, make money teaching English online, earn a free vacation, a 2-month paid summer job, or full-time work that earns up to $90K a year. Learn about the best paying jobs, how to promote your teaching qualifications, the best certification programs (online & in person) and specific hiring organizations. Gina teaches this online class while she is traveling around the worldwide. Tuition includes her 100-page digital book "Get Paid to Teach English" (a $39.95 value). Go to www.GinaHenry.com for more instructor information.

Please Review Carefully:

Your “Teach English” 100-page ebook and zoom link will be emailed to you a few days before the class. Please email the instructor and confirm you received the digital book and zoom link at GinaHenryTravelINFO@gmail.com. Good internet connection and a PC, laptop, tablet or smart phone with camera and mic is needed. You should download Zoom in advance of class. It is free to install, https://zoom.us/download. Look for an email from your instructor with the Zoom link for the class. Be ready to log on and join the meeting 15 minutes prior to the class start time to enjoy a live chat and take attendance. If you have trouble using the link, just go to Zoom.us, click "Join a Meeting" and enter the meeting ID and password provided in the instructor's email.

Age range: 16+

 

Introduction to Additive Manufacturing Workshop is indented to give a theoretical and hands-on overview of different types of additive manufacturing (3D printing) and the technologies used to assess 3D printed parts. Through this course, students will gain experience with plastic, metal, and ceramic 3D printing as well as post-processing techniques, such as heat treatments and metrology. 

By the end of this course, students should have a general understanding of:

• additive manufacturing versus subtractive manufacturing
• different types of AM methods and their advantages/disadvantages
• considerations for AM of different materials
• part and material characterization/measurements
• pre-and post-processing needed for different types of AM

This workshop is supported by the NNSA Minority Serving Institutions Partnership Program under Award No. DE-NA0004160, which is a collaboration with Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory to provide deployment of workplace skills in context to the work done at LLNL. 

Add some spark to your future!
Have you heard of others talk about TIG or MIG welding and wondered what those were? Technically speaking, those are called Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) and Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW). These two welding process are used throughout the manufacturing, construction, research, energy, transportation, aviation, food, pharmaceutical and defense industries.

These welding processes are capable of joining most metals and are within your reach! Are welding skills something that could expand what you currently have in your personal skills tool bag or resume? Would knowing more about welding help you understand the hardware you help design or build? Would knowing more about welding help you communicate or collaborate more effectively with your peers on the shop floor? Is welding something of interest and you have always wanted to give it a try? Now is that time!

• “Learn by Doing” hands-on welding experience
• Lecture discussions to support welding lab
• Basic Welding Joints and Welding Symbols
• Welding Power Sources & Equipment
• Welding Inspection & Testing
• Welding of Steel, Stainless Steel & Aluminum
• Welding Procedure Specification (WPS)
• Welder Qualification
• All materials & equipment supplied

This welding course is based upon work supported by the NNSA Minority Serving Institutions Partnership Program under Award No. DE- NA0004160, which is a collaboration with Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory to provide deployment of workplace skills in context to the work done at LLNL.

 

In this workshop, instructor and professional voice coach, John Morris, will share a comprehensive introduction to Voice-Over (VO) and Podcasting followed by hands-on experience using your speaking voice for commercials, films, videos, and more. In this introductory class, you will learn about a unique, outside the box way to break into this creative, fulfilling, and potentially lucrative industry.

This course is live-remote. The instructor will send you a meeting link prior to the beginning of class. 

Age range: 18+

This 10-session experience is built for those ready to make a meaningful shift—whether you’re leaving the military, stepping out of the classroom, pivoting from corporate life, or emerging from a season of caregiving.

Guided by educator, veteran, and purpose-driven leader Loc Nguyen, this course helps you reflect deeply, define what matters most, and take confident steps toward your next chapter. You'll uncover your story, design a future aligned with your values, and walk away with the clarity, community, and momentum to move forward.

What You’ll Gain:

• Clarity around your purpose and direction
•  A practical plan for what's next
• A story you’re proud to tell
• A network of like-minded peers
• The tools and confidence to take bold action

Age range: 18+

 

The Procreate Beyond Basics for Interior Designers focuses on equipping them with advanced digital techniques to elevate their design presentations. In this course, students learn to create detailed floor plans, elevations, and 3D renderings using Procreate's specialized tools. Key skills include mastering floor plan renderings with speed and accuracy, doing perspective and isometric drawings, and add a variety of materials and finishes. Students will explore custom brushes ideal for showing intricate details like fabrics, wood floor or stone materials, and other décor elements. This course also covers effective use of Procreate’s perspective and isometric default grid tools to streamline precise room visualization. Each lesson includes hands-on projects and professional tips for producing high-quality interior design artwork. Collaborative feedback sessions encourage students to refine their work with client and industry standards. By the end of the course, designers will have the confidence to use Procreate as a powerful tool in their interior design toolkit.

The prerequisite for the Procreate Advanced Class is a "Procreate for Beginners" or "Procreate Fundamentals course". Students should already be familiar with the basic tools and features of Procreate, such as, navigating the interface; gesture controls; basic drawing and painting techniques; using selections and transform tools; importing and exporting files in Procreate. This foundational knowledge will ensure that students are prepared to dive into the more advanced techniques covered in the class.

Age range: 18+

Course Materials:

• Apple iPad + Apple Pencil
• Procreate app installed on your ipad, priced at $12.99 (one-time purchase): Please note that the app works only on Apple iPad and must have an Apple Pencil, too. The app is not compatible on other tablet, chromebook or laptop.

Course modality: This is a hybrid course, meaning you can join in-person or live remote. 

A project manager’s mission is to bring ideas to life in a professional setting; they are the facilitator and coordinator of teams that have been assigned to deliver something of value to an organization. Therefore, project managers require leadership and critical thinking skills in order to bring the experiences of many together, taking great ideas and turning them into reality. During this course, you will work in small teams throughout to apply what is being taught in simple case studies. When the course is complete, you will have the confidence and skills needed to deliver immediate value, and you will earn professional development hours should you decide to pursue your PMP® certification.

For those new to project management, you will come away with…

• the knowledge and skills to lead smaller projects with a low degree of complexity and risk.
• the basics of the project management discipline,
• having practiced different methods and tools and built a tool chest ready to apply to your first project management assignment.
• 20 professional development hours towards your PMP® certification requirement

For seasoned project managers, you will…

• earn 20 professional development hours to apply in obtaining or maintaining a certification
• (For people that engage as stakeholders) fine-tune critical thinking skills that focus on projects
• build insight into problem areas to be watchful of
• learn how to ask more pointed questions.

Career Outlook:

Project managers with formal training and credentials stand out in the market. The Project Management Professional (PMP®) credential is considered the global gold standard in certifications, but obtaining this credential requires formal project management training and demonstrated experience in the discipline.

Based on the 2023 salary survey performed by the Project Management Institute (PMI®), 66% of respondents reported compensation increases over the past twelve months, with 61% stating greater than 5% increases. In the United States, the median income of project managers without a PMP® was reported to be $90,000 and with a PMP® $130,000.

Included Resources:

Included in the course tuition is a flash drive containing new tools to use while starting your careers in project management. The instructor becomes a part of your professional network via LinkedIn and email.  

Age range: 18+

This Secretary of State approved class will prepare you to take the exam again by reviewing all relevant Notary law. You will take the official notary exam directly following the class. Renewing Notaries are required to take the exam and be fingerprinted again. Your commission must be current to qualify for the three-hour class.

You will receive a Guidebook, Proof of Completion, notary application and access to the instructor’s site with additional educational materials to utilize ;however, this is optional. 

Important, Please Read: After registering with Community Education at Las Positas College, create an account here: www.notarypublicseminars.com/signup. Your registration fee includes access to NPS study guides and PowerPoint presentations. Please utilize this site prior to class. It is highly recommended that you study information on the NPS teaching site prior to class as the exam has become more difficult. Contact NPS: info@npsnotary.com with account related questions. No refunds are available once study materials have been accessed.

Bring the following items to take the exam:

• Proper ID, which may be one of the following: State-issued Driver’s license or ID card, Canadian or Mexican Driver’s license, U.S. passport or a passport issued by a foreign government, or U.S. military ID card
• one 2 x 2” color passport-size photograph. You may not use the photo that is in your current passport. You need a separate photo that is standard passport size that is given to the Secretary of State proctor as part of your exam application.
• Check or money order for exam payable to the Secretary of State $40, retake fee $20. (This fee is in addition to the class fee.)
•  #2 pencil

Must be 18+ years of age. Livescan fingerprints are required to become a notary. Serious Convictions may disqualify applicants. 

Cost: $50 collected at time of registration with Community Education

• $45 collected in advance via payment link provided prior to the start of class or on site for private exam seat and seminar materials (cash or check only)
• $40 for notary exam and application. Retake fee is $20. Check or money order made payable to the Secretary of State. This is due on the day of the exam. 

*Now offering classes on campus and through livestream, take one or both for the price of one.

See below for LIVE STREAM dates and times. 

In Person Seminar: 12:45 pm to 4pm, Exam check in 4:00-4:30 pm. Exam starts at 5:00 pm and ends at 6:00 pm. 

Please note that you will need to purchase a parking permit to park on campus. Daily or semester permits can be purchased here: https://www.tocite.net/laspositascollege/portal

Explore how AI can transform the way you conduct research and analyze information. This session will guide you in using AI to find relevant data, simplify complex materials, and produce actionable insights. Whether you’re a business owner making strategic decisions or an educator curating knowledge, this class will enhance your capabilities. Age range: 18+

We'll explore Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Google Ads to help drive traffic to your site, how to find and use keywords, and why a landing page is valuable. Gain insight into why you should be using email marketing, what makes a successful opt-in newsletter, and how you can build one for pennies. Find out what the best e-commerce sites are for selling and your options. We'll compare search, social media, and email opt-in so you can understand what each offers for your online marketing.

This class includes a class workbook and one-year online membership, which provides access to a library of over 400 articles on technology, updates of web versions class workbooks, a community of online learners, and live weekly one hour “Tech Topics” on a wide range of technology. 

Age range: 18+

How does your board function? The board is legally and functionally responsible for everything in the organization, yet many board members do not know or understand their roles and responsibilities. This class will cover the basic information to improve your board. Valuable for board members, Executive Directors and anyone considering joining a nonprofit board.

PowerPoint provided following each class at no additional fee. 

Age range: 18+

Unlock the power of AI to improve your writing. This class will teach you how to use AI tools to create compelling content and refine your writing style. Perfect for professionals needing polished reports, educators developing learning materials, and entrepreneurs crafting marketing copy.

Age range: 18+