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We are here to serve you as you become the best version of yourself. Whether you are a business leader looking for training opportunities, or a busy professional looking to keep your skills sharp, we’re here to help! We can offer customized training and hundreds of classes to fill every educational need. Looking for fun classes? We still offer those, too! Keep an eye on our calendar for upcoming class dates!
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Is your career running on empty? Consider picking up a new skill! We have several classes coming up that can "fill up" your career prospects! We even offer several classes online -- you can "shift" your career into high gear without ever leaving your house! https://loom.ly/FjPC2hw
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Are you workforce ready? If you want to learn the skills you need to be successful in a job, need to write a resume, or learn interviewing skills, this class is for you! This class is perfect for recent grads or people re-entering the workforce! Class begins May 22 - but seats will fill up fast! Register today! https://loom.ly/zWgiSjw
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Electricians: Is your certification up to date? Register for the National Electric Code Update, offered via ZOOM! Class begins April 5 - Register today! https://loom.ly/UcCQhGQ
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Have you wanted to learn to weld? Learn fundamentals of running TIG (GTAW) processes in 36 hours. This class will teach all the basics! Register today! https://loom.ly/_OtRGtE
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Have you thought about a career in healthcare? Get your start with a Nurse Aide course - this 76 hour course will teach the skills needed for a career in a residential care facility. Class begins March 27 - register today! https://loom.ly/fQF_Juk
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NEWS
Short-Term Healthcare Training Classes in March
People looking to get their start in healthcare have two new opportunities in March. Due to high demand in these career fields, Iowa Valley Business and Community Solutions (BCS) has…
Iowa Valley Partners with MindEdge to Offer Online Courses and Certificates
Online learning has never been more popular than it is today. Online curriculum is in demand, and Iowa Valley Business and Community Solutions is excited to partner with a new…
Programs Facilitate Skills Training for In-Demand Career Paths
There are two programs aimed at improving skills training opportunities for non-credit students. These grants use funds set aside by the state of Iowa and are facilitated by Iowa Valley…
‘Great Decisions’ Discussions on Foreign Policy Begin in February
Prepare to discuss the world with the Creative Retirement program at Iowa Valley Business and Community Solutions. Creative Retirement is offering a series of discussions on foreign policy called “Great…
Learn to Dance with Upcoming Classes
MARSHALLTOWN – If you have always wanted to learn to dance, you have an upcoming opportunity! Iowa Valley Business and Community Solutions (formerly Continuing Education) is offering individual and partner…
‘Creative Retirement’ Group Celebrates 25 Years
Creative Retirement began in 1997 as a program of seniors, by seniors, and for seniors, to enhance life through learning opportunities and other activities, whether retired or not.) The program…
Bruin Manufacturing Partners with Iowa Valley to Provide Employee Training
MARSHALLTOWN – When Bruin Manufacturing needed supplemental employee training, they turned to Iowa Valley Business and Community Solutions (formerly Continuing Education). Iowa Valley created a training plan designed to help…
EdVenture Gets a New Look
MARSHALLTOWN – The bi-annual class catalog known as Edventure, has gone digital. Edventure has always contained a list of classes for a 6 month time period. Instead of sending this…
