Moorhead Community Education

Non-profits today need to be run like a business in many respects. You have competition, a need to generate income and a surplus, and staff need to be even more productive. Get the best training on revenue generation for nonprofits, and program evaluation for nonprofits, with our Certificate in Non Profit Administration. You will come away with the latest best information from instructors who train people in nonprofits.

Good communication in the workplace is more important than ever. And critical to your career advancement and success. Come get a comprehensive and intensive preparation with skills and techniques you can put to use on Monday morning. Take back a workable conflict management model, along with successful and practical conflict management strategies. Then work with a pro to learn how to improve your negotiation skills for a win-win outcome, including helping others to get what they want, so you get what you want. Finally, find out more about yourself and others using personality profiles for better work performance. You will be learning from some of our more popular instructors, and taking away new how-to skills that work.

Are you interested in Yoga but not interested in getting onto the floor? Chair Yoga is perfect for anyone who wants to experience the many benefits of yoga without having to get up and down from the floor. A series of options are given for each posture to allow students to find the optimal balance between support and challenge to meet them where they are. Find your center and get grounded in body and mind in this gentle class. Appropriate for students of all levels. No Yoga experience needed.

Want to ride? Have experience riding but no horse? Come ride with us Wednesday nights as we either do a leisurely trail ride or an endurance condition. If you joined us last year come on back, if you're new please schedule an evaluation with the ranch a few nights before. Must be able to sit a walk, trot, canter, and show ability to control your horse. Participants under the age 18 are OK if approved by parents and cleared through the instructor.

Get ready for a sweet adventure in the great outdoors with our camping-themed cookie decorating class! Join us as our experienced instructor guides you through step-by-step directions to create five delightful cookies inspired by the wonders of camping.

Certificate Overview 75% of the world’s major conflicts have a cultural dimension and the culture sector now accounts for 6.1% of the global economy. The United Nations reports that creative and cultural industries (CCI) generate annual revenues of US$ 2,250 billion and nearly 30 million jobs worldwide, employing more people aged 15 to 29 than any other sector. To improve diversity, achieve equity, and foster inclusion one must be intentional, consistent, and courageous. LERN’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in the Workplace Certificate focuses on improving cultural competence and encourages continuous learning. Students will gain a better understanding of DEI.

Dreamcatcher's are made from beautiful Red Willow and Sinew, and you will learn how to hand make this special item which is an indigenous good luck symbol. Fee includes material.

This 50-Minute evening class is a hybrid cardio workout meets self-defense class designed to teach you the basics of self-defense while getting a great workout, meeting new people, and relieving stress.

Wonderful flatbread pizzas, pizza panini, and out-of-this-world pizza sauce! Two of the instructors’ personal recipes for two different homemade doughs will be used. One will be for the flatbread pizzas, and the other for the Panini Rolls that will be turned into pizza panini. Tess will provide Step-by-step guidance and instruction help to ensure the process is a simple as can be.

Join us as we cook together and make traditional fry bread tacos! Top this tasty bread with hamburger and your favorites such as lettuce, tomatoes, black olives, and more.

Create a stunning glass on glass mosaic using a variety of colorful glass. You will learn glass cutting techniques, proper adhesive use and grouting. Your finished piece will be approximately 4 x 6 and ready to hang.

Join Brady Baxter, owner of Baxstar Fishing Guide Service, on his top of the line fishing boat to learn how to fish like a professional on our area lakes. You will learn how to use the right equipment in the right situation, and you will learn how to use state of the art electronics to increase your chance of success on the water. During your 3 hour guided trip you will fish for multiple species, including Walleye, Bass, and Northern Pike. Brady is certified in First Aid and CPR and can accommodate those with special needs and limited mobility, so don't let anything hold you back from this incredible experience! This trip is all-inclusive and you will be using professional grade gear; Bring something to drink and a snack. You must also purchase a Minnesota fishing license prior to the trip.

The Adobe software tools are the leading software for graphic design. Adobe Illustrator is the industry standard computer illustration software. Use Illustrator to draw shapes and design logos, flyers, posters, banners, business cards or any other vector graphics for print or web. Adobe InDesign is the industry standard page-layout program that works with Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop seamlessly. InDesign allows you to create simple to complex multi-page documents such as brochures, flyers, books and magazines. Use Adobe Photoshop to effectively work with selection and editing tools, layers, and masks to edit, retouch and enhance existing images or create your own composite digital art work. Access to the Adobe software tools required. Software Requirements: For all online Adobe classes, students are responsible for purchasing their own software for their course. Trial versions of Adobe software are sometimes available on the Adobe company website. If you're taking the entire “Graphic Design certificate” you'll need Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop and Adobe InDesign.

Interested in learning how you can decrease anxiety and depression, calm your mind, and reclaim your energy with a few simple tools? Join this weekly group practice and learn a new way that can have lasting, positive results with practice! Located at The Wellspring, a MEDical tune-up center via Music, Energy, and Dance. Bring your journal, writing utensil, and water bottle.

The Monarch butterfly is an important pollinator species but, unfortunately, their numbers have declined by over 80% since the 1990s. In this course, learn hands-on ways and hands-off ways to help the monarch butterfly.

Acrylic pour painting is a fascinating method used to create flowing designs on canvas. Learn some simple pour painting techniques and create three of your own unique pieces. All skill levels are welcome and all materials provided.

Tired of working for someone else? Do you need to make more money? Turn your talents and hobbies into profits by starting a home business. Taught by a Chamber of Commerce Past President and award winning business owner, this is probably the most comprehensive business start up workshop you will ever find. You will discover: more than 250 legitimate home business ideas, mandatory legal documentation, many ways to market your product/service, how to take tax deductions (this workshop included!) Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.

Who doesn't love trying new desserts? Akanksha will bring new flavors and recipes to the table, maybe a new favorite dessert will surface for your family.

Learn how to do basic turn patterns, lead/follow partnership, and develop cumulatively as a class in the styles of Bachata, Merengue, and Salsa. You do not need a partner or previous dance experience, so come as you are, solo or with your partner and friends! It's a great way to de-stress, gain strength and flexibility, stave off neurological disease, and meet new friends.

Want to get moving and back in-shape whilst having fun spicing it up with Latin music? Come learn how to dance in a no-pressure situation. You do not need dance experience. Register solo or with your friends. It's a great way to de-stress, warm up, and learn something fun! Materials Needed: water bottle and indoor shoes to wear (gym shoes or dress/dance shoes).

In this beginners class you will learn how to copper foil, solder, and finish a crescent moon or full moon stained glass plant stake. You will then get to create a succulent arrangement with your plant stake in a stylish ceramic pot. All supplies and safety equipment provided.