The Fall 2018 Training & Education Guide is filled with a variety of learning opportunities offered through the Mon Valley Institute for Career Development! From October through December, you’ll find member favorites as well new custom classes including Gazebo Building, Managing Medicare, AutoCAD Fundamentals, Ceramic Tile Installation, AWS Welder Qualification, Microsoft Word 2016 and many more (look for the in the catalog). Our innovative Education Providers have again brought today’s skills to our door, meeting our member’s interests and needs. Remember: Classes MUST have at least 5 active members registered to run so sign up today and invite your co-workers to learn something new with you! Download a copy of the course catalog or check out the class schedule...
L&O Spring-Summer_2018_Catalog-Website_Version Through the power of innovation, the ICD/ JobLink Learning Center has developed their Live & Online Custom Courses, covering a multitude of topics and offered numerous times through the year. Mon Valley Works employees have full access to these online trainings, available 24/7, and from any device, include mobile! The current schedule (click on link above) begins in late April and runs through August. General information, including a Spotlight tutorial from the L&O Developer is available at http://careerdevelopmentchannel.org/. Contact the Mon Valley ICD Coordinator to enroll in these L&O classes. Active USW employees...
New dates have been added for the class Heavy Equipment Operator: Saturdays and Sundays from May 26th through June 3rd. Register below or view course details. TitleStart...
Create a Succulent Garden has been added to the catalog for the Spring of 2018. Register below or view course details. Registration opens on Friday March 23rd. TitleStart...
Stained Glass II has been added to the catalog for the Spring of 2018. Register below or view course details. Registration opens on Monday March 12th. TitleStart...
The new Spring 2018 Training & Education Guide has over 50 learning opportunities offered through the Mon Valley Institute for Career Development! From January to June, many new classes have been added including Stained Glass, Electrical Fundamentals, Adobe Photoshop, and the Google Series. Our innovative Education Providers have again brought today’s skills in technology to our door, meeting our member’s interests and needs. There is also a new look to the catalog- now in full size, with more information about the USW Career Development program. Remember-Classes MUST have at least 5 active members registered to run so sign up today and invite your co-workers to learn something new with you! Download a copy of the course catalog or check out the class schedule...
Orienteering (25FL)Orienteering is the sport of navigation, using a highly detailed map. Whether you’re a dedicated hiker, competitive runner, or just a family or group out for an activity in a park, this sport helps you improve your navigation and spend a few hours in the woods at the same time. Come learn a new skill […]
Oct14
How to Grill the Perfect Steak (25FL)Master grilling from selecting cuts to achieving the ideal sear and flavor. Each participant enjoys a steak dinner prepared in class. session, Tuesday evening. Class size limited to .
Oct18
Make Your Own Chunky Knit Blanket (25FL)Join us for a fun and relaxing workshop where you’ll learn to make your very own chunky knit blanket – no needles or prior knitting experience required! In this hands-on class, you’ll use soft, oversized yarn and the simple technique of arm knitting (or hand knitting) to create a beautiful, cozy blanket perfect for your […]
Oct19
Orienteering (25FL)Orienteering is the sport of navigation, using a highly detailed map. Whether you’re a dedicated hiker, competitive runner, or just a family or group out for an activity in a park, this sport helps you improve your navigation and spend a few hours in the woods at the same time. Come learn a new skill […]
Oct21
Home Inspection (25FL)Join our instructor from ICA for this three-day class plus one day in the field. This is a unique opportunity to learn in person by conducting actual home inspections at local properties with the instructor. This course teaches how to inspect a residential property and provide a professional inspection report to real estate agents and […]
Oct21
Custom Fishing Rod Building (25FL)Learn to build a Graphite Fly Rod or Graphite Spinning Rod under the direction of a professional rod builder. Students will learn how to build their own custom rod and develop rod building skills that will last a lifetime. The class will give beginning rod builders a “hands on” understanding of rod blanks and components, […]
Oct21
Unleash Your Creativity – DIY Wood Workshop (25FL)Are you ready to roll up your sleeves and create something amazing? Join our hands-on workshop designed specifically for those who want to explore the art of woodworking, staining, and painting. Whether you’re a seasoned DIY enthusiast or a complete beginner, our workshop offers the perfect blend of guidance, creativity, and fun. session, Tuesday or […]
Oct28
Boost Your Retirement Savings (25FL)Ready to take control of your retirement future? This hands-on, two day workshop will explain the Fidelity 401k and teach practical skills to help you grow your savings through smart investing. The course will also cover everything from understanding the basics to making money work harder. This class will help you confidently navigate your Fidelity […]
Oct29
Baseball Umpire (25FL)Join us for this opportunity to work with instructor Andy Keteles who is the PIAA Baseball Rules Interpreter. This class will prepare you to become a PIAA baseball official. Becoming an official for interscholastic athletics has many benefits including encouraging exercise through competition and establishing life long fundamentals of fairness. There is a shortage of […]
Nov04
Cure Meats: Jerky, Bacon, Hams (25FL)Learn traditional and modern curing methods to make your own jerky, bacon, and hams. Take home samples of delicious house-cured jerky and bacon. sessions, Tuesday and Wednesday evenings. Class size limited to .
