IVCE News

Computer classes for seniors

Fri, 17 May 2013 10:28:57 -0500

Iowa Valley Continuing Education is partnering with the Mayflower in Grinnell to offer an opportunity to learn new computer skills and build on skills you already have. Choose from one or take all of the ten great computer classes. All classes are offered on Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:00 to 4:00 pm with the exception of the one-day classes.

Creative Retirement plans Red Granite Farm trip

Thu, 16 May 2013 08:36:02 -0500

The Iowa Valley Continuing Education Creative Retirement Program is offering a day trip to the Red Granite Farm in Boone, as well as lunch at a cozy Story City café and antique shopping as well as some "junkin" shops on Friday, May 31.

Beginning quilt piecing

Thu, 09 May 2013 12:20:40 -0500

Iowa Valley Continuing Education is offering "Beginning Quilt Piecing," on Wednesday, May 22 from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm. During this class you will learn the basics of piecing your quilt together.

Quilting dilemmas open workshop

Thu, 09 May 2013 11:04:59 -0500

Working on a quilting project and running into problems? Not sure how to fix something that just doesn't look quite right? The Quilting Dilemmas open workshop can answer all of your questions and offer the assistance you need to get that special project done right.

Creating engaging online courses

Wed, 08 May 2013 08:23:23 -0500

Online instruction is one of the fastest growing areas in education, and educators need and want the best tools and practices. For those educators, a "Creating Engaging Online Courses" program is being offered on Wednesday and Thursday, May 15 & 16, from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm.

Phlebotomy Technician Career Certificate Program

Wed, 08 May 2013 08:18:42 -0500

Iowa Valley Continuing Education will be offering a Phlebotomy Technician Career Certificate Program that begins on June 4 and runs through August 8, 2013. This class will meet on Tuesday and Thursday evenings and on a few selected Saturdays.

Pharmacy Technician Career Certificate Program

Tue, 07 May 2013 12:35:09 -0500

Iowa Valley Continuing Education will be offering a Pharmacy Technician Certification Program that begins on June 3 and runs through July 25, 2013. This class will meet on Monday and Thursday evenings from 6:00-9:30 pm.

IVCE in Grinnell is offering two new computer classes

Tue, 07 May 2013 10:57:02 -0500

Iowa Valley Continuing Education is offering two new basic computer classes in Grinnell this May. "Basic Web Page Development," and "Basic Computer Programming."

New computer classes offered in May

Tue, 07 May 2013 10:38:08 -0500

Looking for a computer class to advance your skills or learn new skills? Iowa Valley Continuing Education has a variety of courses coming this May for you to choose from.

Creative Retirement to host "New to Marshalltown" panel

Tue, 07 May 2013 09:43:16 -0500

Have you ever wondered what it's like to be a new member to our community? What about coming here from countries such as Sudan, Mexico, Morocco, Burma and more? Iowa Valley Continuing Education's Creative Retirement program will host a "New to Marshalltown Panel," on Wednesday, May 15, 9:30 - 11:30 am, at the Education and Training Center, 206 East Church Street, Marshalltown.

Register now for motorcycle rider courses!

Mon, 06 May 2013 10:54:44 -0500

Motorcycle rider education classes have been scheduled in Marshalltown through Iowa Valley Continuing Education in cooperation with the Motorcycle Safety Foundation and the Iowa DOT. "There are 15 "Basic Rider Courses" between now and October," announced Marla Williams, IVCE coordinator.

IVCE offers iPad education

Mon, 06 May 2013 08:20:46 -0500

Own an iPad? Feel like you're missing out on some of the fun and functionality of your user-friendly yet high-tech device? Iowa Valley Continuing Education has scheduled two summer iPad classes that will take your user skills to the next level, whether you want to start with the basics or are ready for some of the more advanced features of your beloved iPad.

Discover our universe

Mon, 06 May 2013 08:16:02 -0500

Take a virtual and visual tour of the remarkable objects that make up our universe and examine some of the processes that govern their behavior. Iowa Valley Continuing Education will be offering "A Tour of the Universe," a three-session course on Tuesdays, May 14 - 28, 7:30-9:00 pm.

General and Limited Practice Radiographer May 2013

Fri, 03 May 2013 09:05:56 -0500

Iowa Valley Continuing Education will be offering general and limited practice radiographer courses this May. Each class is approved for 3 hours of continuing education credit through the Iowa Department of Public Health Bureau of Radiological Health for general and limited radiographers and 0.3 CEUs for nurses.

Iowa Valley Continuing Education offers CPR classes

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 10:31:07 -0500

Iowa Valley Continuing Education is offering American Heart Association CPR and AED training for Healthcare providers and classes for Heartsaver CPR, AED, with first aid training.

Swing dancing offered in Grinnell

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 09:57:41 -0500

Swing dancing encompasses dozens of different styles and nearly a century of music. Iowa Valley Continuing Education is offering a series that will explore the very basics to get you on your feet.

Supervising in Health Care Facilities

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 14:23:21 -0500

The Supervising in Health Care Facilities class will be offered beginning on May 6, 2013. This course is designed to assist the LPN in gaining the knowledge and skills needed to successfully manage resident care and personnel in the health care facility.

Spring wild edible plant walk

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 12:15:52 -0500

Have you ever wondered how to identify and use edible plants? Iowa Valley Continuing Education is offering the chance to learn about some of the more common edible and useful plants of mid to late spring during a guided tour of Arbor Lake Park in Grinnell. "Spring Wild Edible Plant Walk," course number ENV 2220 102, will be held on Saturday, May 4.

Basic Self-Defense 1 Class offered in Marshalltown

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 11:19:30 -0500

Iowa Valley Continuing Education has partnered with Adaptive Combat Training to offer Basic Self-Defense 1 class. This introductory hands-on class will teach you the necessary skills to survive stressful, dangerous, and violent situations regardless of your age, size or previous experience.

Weigh less, live more

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 10:00:31 -0500

Iowa Valley Continuing Education is offering a workshop that will cover topics such as weight loss problems in America, how diets don't work, and a safe way to drop pounds and add more to your diet, rather than take away.

Creative Retirement plans Red Granite Farm trip

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 08:30:23 -0500

The Iowa Valley Continuing Education Creative Retirement Program is offering a day trip to the Red Granite Farm in Boone, as well as lunch at a Story City café and antique shopping, Friday, May 3.

Go Ga-Ga over Google Apps

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 07:47:31 -0500

Google has blossomed into a free resource for home, work or business. In 3 short hours, explore the variety of free mobile apps, online collaboration, music, video and picture tools, as well home, office and business tools.

Creative Retirement to host "The Secret in Quilts"

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 08:30:43 -0500

The IVCE Creative Retirement program will host Kay Weller from the University of Northern Iowa and her presentation, "The Secret In Quilts," Monday, April 22, from 1:00 to 3:00 pm.

Composting 101: Food for the Food

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 14:19:45 -0500

IVCE is offering an exciting interactive workshop for beginning gardeners! "Composting 101: Food for the Food," introduces the fundamentals of soil science and offering simple design for setting up a composting system at home or work.

Antique Appraisal time April 24

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 12:04:52 -0500

Iowa Valley Continuing Education brings the popular Antique Appraisal session back this spring on Wednesday, April 24, 6:30 to 9:30 pm at Iowa Valley Grinnell, 123 6th Avenue West, Grinnell, room 109. Cost of the class is $29 and three items will be appraised per person. To attend and observe the appraisals the cost is $6.

Coffee 101

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 12:02:25 -0500

What's in a cup of coffee? Join Jeff Phelps, founder and former owner of Saints Rest Coffee House in Grinnell, to get the backstory of coffee and how to brew the perfect cup.

Iowa Valley Education & Training Center visits State Capitol

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 11:21:34 -0500

Representative Smith greets students and instructors from the Iowa Valley Education and Training Center at the State Capitol on April 9.

Selling Online with Etsy offered April 16

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 09:33:21 -0500

"Selling Online with Etsy" is being offered on Tuesday, April 16, 6:30 - 9:30 pm. The class will be held at the Business and Technology Center, room 201, located at the northeast corner of the Marshalltown Community College Campus, 3700 S. Center St., Marshalltown.

Money saving experts tips

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 08:34:46 -0500

It's that time of year when we are all thinking of summer family vacations. Where will the money come from? "Money Saving Experts Tips," offered by IVCE will cover how to stretch your dollars to cover the costs of living and how to make the most out of your money.

Let's Talk about Your Quilt

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 09:04:32 -0500

IVCE would like to invite you to bring your quilt to share what you know about it and learn something you don't know about it. Any quilt in any condition, vintage or contemporary, large or small, utilitarian or heirloom has a unique story to tell.

Iowa Notary Class April 27 in Marshalltown

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 09:00:09 -0500

Iowa Valley Community College is hosting an Iowa Notary class at the Marshalltown campus this spring 2013. Don't miss this chance to visit with other area notaries on notary issues and best practices.

Driving Unimpaired (DUI) course offered April 20 & 21 in Iowa Falls

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 10:11:01 -0500

Iowa Valley Continuing Education offers the Driving Unimpaired (DUI) classes monthly in Iowa Falls. This course is required for anyone convicted of driving under the influence, and it is authorized by the State of Iowa. The next course is Saturday, April 20 and Sunday, April 21, 8 am to 2 pm on the Ellsworth Community College campus, 1100 College Avenue, Iowa Falls.

Moped Safety Class offered April 20 in Iowa Falls

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 10:07:28 -0500

Iowa Valley Continuing Education will offer a Moped Safety class on Saturday, April 20, 9 am to 3 pm, on the Ellsworth Community College campus, 1100 College, Ave., Iowa Falls.

Quick Triangles - Beginning Quilting May 1

Fri, 05 Apr 2013 14:22:17 -0500

Have you ever thought about wanting to make a quilt, but just don't know where or how to start? This beginner level class covers the basics of piecing, pressing, construction, assembly, layering, machine quilting and the basic French binding.

Earn $ with eBay offered April 9

Fri, 05 Apr 2013 08:11:39 -0500

Time to spring clean and sell those unwanted items! "Earn $ with eBay," is being offered on Tuesday, April 9, 6:30 - 9:30 pm. The class will be held at the Business and Technology Center, Room 201, located at the northeast corner of the Marshalltown Community College Campus, 3700 S. Center St., Marshalltown.

Infection control and OSHA regulations for the dental practice

Fri, 05 Apr 2013 08:07:54 -0500

"Infection Control Guidelines for the Dental Practice in Iowa," will provide an increased understanding of blood borne pathogens, personal protective equipment, disinfection and barriers, sterilization, and OSHA regulations for the dental office.

Dependent adult abuse for mandatory reporters

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 15:56:55 -0500

Iowa Valley Continuing Education will be offering, "Dependent Adult Abuse for Mandatory Reporters," on Tuesday, April 23, 2013. "The Dependent Adult Abuse for Mandatory Reporters," class will help you be better prepared to identify and report suspected dependent adult abuse when you, in the course of your employment, examine, attend, counsel, or treat a dependent adult.

IVCE offers Make 'n Take Freezer Meals

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 15:54:34 -0500

Join in the fun and learn how to assemble creative and kid loving ground beef meals during. "Make 'n Take Freezer Meals Beef Made Simple" will be held on Wed., April 17. Most of the meals prepared will feed 4-6 people.

Shopping locally to find healthy foods

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 08:23:29 -0500

The nation and more importantly Iowans, are concerned more every day about the high obesity rate in our families. Several options are available for shopping locally to find healthy food choices in Iowa. On April 16, Iowa Valley Continuing Education will offer a course so consumers can learn more about local co-operative buying groups, "eat-local" growers groups, and shopping for healthier choices at local grocery stores.

Learn to play banjo

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 08:19:29 -0500

Have a banjo in the closet that hasn't been out in awhile? How about finally taking some lessons? IVCE is offering a class that will provide individualized lessons for the five string banjo.

Driving Unimpaired (DUI) course offered April in Marshalltown

Mon, 01 Apr 2013 12:04:06 -0500

Iowa Valley Continuing Education offers the Driving Unimpaired (DUI) classes monthly in Marshalltown. This course is required for anyone convicted of driving under the influence, and it is authorized by the State of Iowa. The next course is Friday, April 12, 6 to 10 pm and Saturday, April 13, 8 am to 4 pm.

Stepping stone garden mosaic

Mon, 01 Apr 2013 11:24:57 -0500

Struggling to find the perfect gift for mother's day? Looking for a beautiful new addition to your garden landscaping? IVCE is offering a new course opportunity to create just that. "Stepping Stone Garden Mosaic," uses stained glass pieces, river rock and other objects to create a decoration to be used in the garden.

OSHA general industry certification offered through IVCE

Mon, 01 Apr 2013 08:30:05 -0500

Iowa Valley Continuing Education will be offering, "OSHA 10 Hour General Industry Certification," in Marshalltown. Course # IND 2600 017 will be held Monday, April 8 through Thursday, April 11, from 5:30 - 9:00 pm at Iowa Valley Continuing Education, 3702 S Center St, room 612 with a cost of $175.

You're On the Air

Mon, 01 Apr 2013 08:22:54 -0500

Voice-overs are hot today! You don't have to be an actor to get voice-over work, but it certainly doesn't hurt! With such notable talent as James Earl Jones, Linda Hunt, and Donald Sutherland lending their voices to commercials, films, and videos, one would think that it would be next to impossible to break into this field.

Beginning Guitar & Bass Lessons

Mon, 01 Apr 2013 07:53:35 -0500

Are you ready to rock? Iowa Valley Continuing Education in Grinnell is offering "Beginning Guitar & Bass Lessons," to help find the musician in you.

Spring business workshops with LeeAnne Krusemark

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 11:24:36 -0500

Author, business owner and adjunct professor LeeAnne Krusemark's inspiration has been compared to Oprah Winfrey's, and she's coming to Marshalltown to offer a series of business workshops on Thursday, April 4!

Addresses to labels, envelopes or letters

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 08:05:59 -0500

Combine the power of excel with the agility of word for the ultimate one-two punch in productivity. Start the class by creating an address book in excel that fits the way you organize.

How to Grow: Potatoes

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 15:08:54 -0500

Potatoes are one of the easiest and most reliable vegetables to grow. For every pound of seed planted, you can get 10 pounds or more potatoes. "How to Grow: Potatoes," is part of Iowa Valley Continuing Education's ongoing Grinnell Gardener Series, which features classes on a variety of gardening topics for beginning and experienced gardeners alike.

Storm Spotter Training

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 15:02:10 -0500

In preparation for severe weather season there will be a free Storm Spotter Training in Marshalltown on Wednesday, April 3, 2013 from 6:00-8:30 pm at Iowa Valley Continuing Education, 3702 S Center St, room 808, Marshalltown.

Introduction to East Coast Swing

Tue, 26 Mar 2013 07:52:35 -0500

Grab your dancing shoes! IVCE is offering Intro to East Coast on April 20, 1-3 pm. East Coast swing is a simple, easy to learn 6-count partner dance usable for practically any social dance situation including weddings, parties and more.