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UPCOMING CLASSESBusiness & Community Education

AllianceBasic Nursing Assistant

AshbyWatercolor

BridgeportAdult EducationDriver’s Education

ChadronAdult EducationBraintree Business BootcampBuilding a Productive Workplace CultureBuilding High-Performance TeamsCrowdfunding

Chappell - Creek Valley Driver’s Education

GordonAdult Education

KimballAdult Education

ScottsbluffAdult EducationBasic Nursing AssistantBeginning Auditioning TechniquesBeginning PhotographyBeginning PublisherBoating Safety CertificationBob Ross Painting TechniquesBraintree Business Bootcamp Building Effective Communication Skills in

the WorkplaceBuilding Employee Strengths in the

WorkplaceBuilding LeadershipCPR/First AideCrowdfundingDigital Camera

Driver’s EducationEnglish as a Second LanguageGlass EtchingMicroenterprise & Food, Food Ingredients,

and Prepared Food TaxMicrosoft PowerPointPhotography Club (Ages 9 - 14)Power of Optimism (The)Real Estate Continuing Education ClassesSales & Use TaxSkypeSpring Wellness FestivalStrategy Games (Ages 9 - 14)What I’ve Learned from the Spirit WorldZUMBA®

SidneyAdult EducationDriver’s Education

Classes At A Glance

Class Descriptions

Basic Nursing AssistantThe course offers essential knowledge and skills to provide basic care and skills to residents/clients of health care facilities; including such topics as residents’ right, communication, safety, observation, reporting, and assisting residents/clients in maintaining basic comfort and safety. It’s designed to meet the training requirements of the federal and Nebraska state law for nursing assistants working in licensed facilities.Date: Apr 8 - May 10Time: 3:00 - 8:00 p.m.Cost: $423, plus bookLocation: Alliance Learning Center, Room 118

Ashby308.763.2002

Watercolor PaintingTime to forget winter and think spring! Join the fun of a watercolor painting class at CaLinda’s Pot Shop in Ashby. Linda Lacy will help those interested in just getting started with techniques and those who have been painting for years. Bring a favorite landscape photo.

Linda has over 30 years experience in the art field. She is a professional potter and painter and owner/operator of CaLinda’s Pot Shop & Art Gallery in Ashby. She is on the prestegious Art Council, Artist in Residence roster, which has given her the opportunity to teach various art media in schools and communities for the past 18 years. Date: Mar 29Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.Cost: $35Location: CaLinda’s Pot Shop & Art Gallery

Bridgeport308.254.7407

Driver’s EducationCourse requirements: This session consists of 20 hours of classroom training. Behind the wheel driving time consist of 5 hours. Drive times are arranged between the student and the instructor and may extend past May 22. Parents, please advise your child of any day or time that they cannot participate. Students must be 14 by Oct 15, 2014.Approved driver safety course: Western Nebraska Community College Driver’s Education Course is an approved State of Nebraska Driver Safety Course. The drive test route was approved by the Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles. Ms. Weich is a State of Nebraska Certified Driver’s Education Instructor.Date: May 19 - 22, 2014Time: 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.Cost: $240 Location: Bridgeport High School

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Alliance308.763.2002

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Building a Productive Workplace CultureWhat does your company stand for? What makes your company unique? Workplace culture is based upon your company’s purpose and values. A vibrant culture motivates employees to work hard, breeds loyalty and motivation, encourages creativity, and increases productivity. Workplace culture can account for nearly one third of a company’s financial performance. In this session, participants explore the building blocks of dynamic culture, which include: living values, nourishing and inspiring environment, great communication, collaborative and cooperative teamwork, dynamic and engaged leadership, creativity and innovation, and workplace diversity.Date: Jun 24Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.Cost: $35Location: Chadron State College Burkhiser Bldg.

Building High-Performance TeamsWe talk about teamwork, but how do you create it in your business? Building effective teams in the workplace helps businesses achieve their ideals and be more successful. In this seminar, participants learn how to work with people with different communication and personality styles. They learn how to build instant rapport with people, communicate with different people, appreciate and value the viewpoints of others, and work together as a team to achieve common goals. Participants explore multiple intelligences, right brain/left brain, mindsets, and REAL colors personality indicator. Through these explorations, businesses are able to improve customer service, increase teamwork, and build better communication. Date: Jul 28Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.Cost: $45Location: Chadron State College Burkhiser Bldg.

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Chappell - Creek Valley308.254.7407

Driver’s EducationCourse requirements: This session consists of 20 hours of classroom training. Behind the wheel driving time consist of 5 hours. Drive times are arranged between the student and the instructor and may extend past Apr 21. Parents, please advise your child of any day or time that they cannot participate. Students must be 14 by Oct 15, 2014.Approved driver safety course: Western Nebraska Community College Driver’s Education Course is an approved State of Nebraska Driver Safety Course. The drive test route was approved by the Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles. Ms. Weich is a State of Nebraska Certified Driver’s Education Instructor.Date: Mar 23 & 30, 2014Time: 1:00 - 6:00 p.m.Date: Apr 5Time: 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.Date: Apr 6Time: 1:00 - 6:00 p.m.Cost: $240 Location: Chappell High School

Scottsbluff308.635.6700

The Power of OptimismLearn about:* Inner wealth vs. personal wealth* Building Your Dream* Facing Adversity* Getting Active & Staying ActiveEach registration includes Andy Dzurinko’s success kit, which includes one of his books. Andy Dzurinko is the eternal optimist.

He shares his optimism with everyone he meets. He is an avid marathon runner and long distance hiker. He ran his first marathon at age 56 and recently climbed the world’s tallest freestanding mountain, Mt. Kilimanjaro. He is a former football coach and teacher of

Browns University and Williams College. He is also a Vietnam Veteran. He uses these life experiences along with an active lifestyle to teach you how to build your business while enjoying life. Event hosted by WNCC & Scottsbluff Business Mastermind. Date: Mar 18Time: 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.Cost: $25Location: Harms Center

Basic Nursing AssistantThe course offers essential knowledge and skills to provide basic care and skills to residents/clients of health care facilities: including such topics as residents’ rights, communication, safety, observation, reporting, and assisting residents/clients in maintaining basic comfort and safety. It’s designed to meet the training requirements of the federal and Nebraska state law for nursing assistants working in licensed facilities. Date: Mar 24 - May 6Days: M, T, THTime: 5:00 - 9:00 p.m.Cost: $423, plus bookLocation: Harms Center

Real Estate Continuing Education ClassesAll courses are taught by Jane Moreland and held at the John N. Harms Advanced Technology Center, 2620 College Park, Scottsbluff, NE. Register online at larabeeschool.com. Agency Gems 0656RDate: Mar 25Time: 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.Understanding Buyer’s Agency 0233RDate: Mar 25Time: 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.Protecting Your Client’s Health 0314RDate: Mar 26Time: 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.The Survey Says 0613Date: Mar 26Time: 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.Cost: $40 eachLocation: Harms Center

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Building Business Skills SeriesDates: Mar 27, Apr 24 & May 15Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.Cost: $50 per sessionLocation: Harms Center

MAR 27 — Building Effective Communication Skills in the WorkplaceEffective communication is the key to success in professional and personal endeavors. Whether it is making a positive first impression or building a connection with others, effective communication skills ensure that the message gets across. This course will explore the importance of personality style in communication and its application to the workplace. It will also discuss active listening, conflict resolution, and strategies for persuasion and negotiation in communication. Date: Mar 27Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.Cost: $50Location: Harms Center

APR 24 — Building LeadershipAs the last few years have shown, leaders in today’s society are needed to move to new heights as well as to bring their organizations or businesses through frightening and unpredictable times. Today’s leaders require a wide variety of skills to lead effectively, and it is up to professionals to develop those

skills. In this course, interactive learning strategies have been specifically chosen to teach and apply some of the most critical leadership competencies evolving leaders need. Participants discover their leadership style and learn the necessary skills to lead their businesses or organizations through calm seas or rocky waters. Date: Apr 24Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.Cost: $50Location: Harms Center

MAY 15 — Building Employee Strengths in the WorkplaceWhether you are a large corporation or a small business, incorporating a framework of assets can build employee strengths and productivity. Some benefits of asset building in your organization are happier employees, a strong community in which to do business, and an enhanced positive public image. Infusing asset building into policies and practices dramatically increases morale, which in turn increases productivity. The assets model inspires and energizes people. In this seminar, you will learn about the multiple assets and how to make them a powerful force in building employee strengths in your workplace. Date: May 15Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.Cost: $50Location: Harms Center

Skype®Desktop videoconferencing is one of the most fun and useful ways to use a computer. With the click of a mouse and minimal hardware we can connect with anyone around the world instantly. Explore Skype and Google Video Chat and learn how it can help bridge the gap between you and your clientele or between you and your family and friends. Date: Mar 19 or Apr 23 Time: 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

orDate: May 1Time: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.Cost: $20 Location: Harms Center

Bob Ross PaintingBob Ross believed that everyone who wanted to paint, could paint like a natural with the right tools and a little encouragement. Come and experience the joy and confidence of painting a beautiful landscape using the Ross wet on wet technique.Date: Mar 22, or Apr 26, or May 31Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Cost: $70Location: Harms Center

CPR/First AideInstruction on the basic information in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and first aide for first responders and initiators to incidents. Results in basic two years certification for the skills required to perform CPR and First Aide skills in the field.Date: Apr 1Time: 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. Cost: $35Location: Harms Center

Boating Safety CertificationRequired of all motorboat operators in Nebraska born after 12/31/85 (including personal watercraft like Jet Ski, Waverunner, and other craft). Minimum age 14 or turning 14 this calendar year. Two formats: six-hour classroom course or three-hour home study option with review/test session. Call 308.289.0017 or email [email protected] to register. Boating Safety Test Out SessionsDate: Apr 5 or May 17 or Jun 28 or Jul 19

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Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Boating Safety Six-Hour ClassDate: Apr 22 & 24 or June 10 & 12Time: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.Cost: $10Location: Harms Center

Beginning PublisherDo you create a newsletter for your company, church, or another organization? Do you want to create fliers and brochures? This Beginning Publisher class shows you how to do that and so much more. Learn to combine graphics and text to produce a variety of Publisher projects. Classes are small resulting in individualized attention and projects.Date: Apr 7 - May 5Day: MTime: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.Cost: $99.50Location: Harms Center

Beginning Auditioning TechniquesHave you ever wanted to be in a community play but were afraid to audition? Well don’t be any more! This course is an introduction into the craft of the acting audition. It is an interactive collaboration between a professional acting coach and the beginning- intermediate acting student in a group setting. The course objective is to take the fear out of auditioning and create a personal confidence and technique – skills that can be used in everyday life and improve public speaking, articulation, confidence and interview technique. Class discussions

will include: obstacles encountered during the audition, cold-reading techniques, and if desired, approaching the monologue.

Lawrence C. Daly is a professional actor and coach. He co-taught “Audition Mastery” for several years in New York with Off Broadway producer and former Executive Director of The Shakespeare Society, Madeline Austin. Theater credits include performances at The Kennedy Center for The Performing Arts, The Shakespeare Company, The Studio Theatre and Signature Theatre, among others. His work also includes Twelve Monkeys with Brad Pitt and Bruce Willis, and HBO’s OZ with Edie Falco and Katheryn Erbe. He is a proud member of SAG, AFTRA and AEA.Date: Apr 7, 14, 21 & 28Time: 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.Cost: $35Harms Center

Photography ClubThis is a beginning exploration of photography. We use digital cameras provided by the Discovery Lab to learn how to take still photographs. Then we use those pictures and a computer program called “PhotoStory” to create videos.Ages: 9 - 14 (Grades 4 - 8)Date: Apr 7 - 17Days: M, T, W, THTime: 3:45 - 5:00 p.m.Cost: $25Location: Harms Center

ZUMBA®Ditch the workout. Join the party! Working out has never been much fun until now. The ZUMBA® Fitness program combines an aerobic workout with Latin-inspired dance moves to create a dance workout that is fun, exhilarating, and certain to firm, tone, and get your body in shape from head to toe. People of any fitness level, from any background, and of any age can have a blast and be successful in a ZUMBA® Fitness class. Get fit and have a great time doing it!Date: Apr 7 - May 28Day: M, WTime: 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.Cost: $30Location: Main Building, Aerobics Room

Spring Wellness FestivalWellness includes not only physical health, but also intellectual, emotional, and social well-being. The benefits of wellness are important at any age, but become more dramatic as we age. This program was developed with the hope that you acquire information to add life to your years rather than just years to your life. Our keynote speaker is Dr. Pamela Richardson, speaking on “Choosing Wellness.” To register and for a complete description of session titles, go to wncc.edu and click on the spring wellness festival link.Date: Apr 11Time: 8:00 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.Cost: $8 for 60 & over; $15 for 59 & underLocation: Harms Center

Microsoft PowerPointThis course focuses on the use of presentation media software. Students learn to create high-quality, visually pleasing, and informative presentations. They edit and format slides; work with clip art, pictures, and WordArt; use drawing tools; work with tables and charts; and prepare and run a slide show. Application projects vary to meet the needs of the class.Date: Apr 15 - 29Days: T, THTime: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.Cost: $99.50, plus bookLocation: Harms Center

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Digital CameraDevelop your skills in composing and taking photographs. Shoot photographs with your digital camera and experiment with zoom lenses, exposure modes, flash, and image quality. This class uses Adobe Photoshop Elements 11.0 to crop, manipulate, improve, print, and email images. Learn to use all features of your camera including basic rules for composition and how to avoid common mistakes.Date: Apr 16 - May 14Days: WTime: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.Cost: $99.50Location: Harms Center

Beginning PhotographyAre you tired of your pictures looking blurry, out of focus, too light, too dark, or having people’s heads cut off? Learn the basic concepts of taking better pictures and produce memories that you will want to show everyone, whether you have a point-and-shoot camera or a digital SLR. Join local nature photographer Richard Teller for this interesting and fun-filled “Photography 101.” Richard’s images have been published in Nebraska Life magazine and in calendars, and he won Best in Show for the adult division of Best Landscape in Show at the Western Nebraska Arts Council open photography contest the past three years. Date: Apr 17 - 24Time: 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.Cost: $20Location: Harms Center

Strategy GamesBefore there were televisions and computers, the X-Box and Playstation, folks spent spare time playing board games with each other. This club focuses on board games that require more strategy than luck to win. Increase your reasoning power with games that you could play by candlelight if the electricity went out! Games we’ll explore: Chess, Checkers, Othello, Mancala, Mastermind, and Battleship.Ages: 9 - 14 (Grades 4 - 8)Date: Apr 28 - May 8Days: M, T, W, THTime: 3:45 - 5:00 p.m.

Cost: $25Location: Harms Center

Glass EtchingLooking for a special Mother’s Day gift? Ever wondered how designs are etched or frosted into glass or mirrors? In this fun, hands-on class, learn how to take an image from the web, a family crest, sports logo, graphic design, etc., and etch the image into glass or mirror. Make a customized, high quality, personalized gift for Mom or someone special in your life! All supplies are included in the registration fee. Date: Apr 30Time: 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.

orDate: May 6Time: 5:30 - 9:30 p.m.Cost: $22Location: Harms Center

Sales & Use Tax SeminarThis course covers the basics of Nebraska sales and use tax. Sales tax affects everyone! If you are a business owner or considering starting your own business, this information is a must for you or anyone who handles your bookkeeping. This information does not only benefit professionals but the general public can learn how sales tax affects them every day. The presentation covers all areas of sales and use tax, including licensing requirements, exemptions, reporting, and taxable services. There is plenty of time for questions and answers. Date: May 7

Time: 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Cost: $10Location: Harms Center

Microenterprise & Food, Food Ingredients, and Prepared Food TaxIndividuals who make an investment in personnel or depreciable assets for a small business can receive up to $10,000 as a refundable income tax credit! This seminar benefits anyone who is starting or growing a small business of five or fewer full-time equivalent employees. Preparers obtain valuable information they can use to benefit their clients. Discussion includes the types of investment that qualify, how to apply and later claim the credit, and use of the applicable forms.

The second part of this afternoon session provides detailed instruction about the sales tax regulations for food, food ingredients, and prepared food. Anyone who sells food items benefits from this class, including bakeries, caterers, concessionaires, bars, coffee shops, convenience stores, restaurants, and the professionals who handle their bookkeeping. The class starts with the basics and then moves on to more complex issues like the 75 percent rule. Application of the regulations to specific situations are discussed. There is plenty of time for questions and answers.

Date: May 7Time: 1:00 - 4:30 p.m.Cost: $10Location: Harms Center

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What I’ve Learned from the Spirit WorldPam Barber, author and psychic medium presents “What I’ve Learned from the Spirit World,” giving signs and teaching how to know when the spirits are around. Come listen to Pam share some messages she’s received to help guide you with your life now. She helps you understand how the universe makes things happen and how its all about energy, whether on this plane or another. The last part of class is reserved for anyone who wants an open psychic reading.Date: May 8Time: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.Cost: $20Location: Harms Center

Braintree Business BootcampAre you in business, starting a business, or just thinking about starting a business? This intense three-hour session walks you through the critical elements of small business success and identifies your strengths and weaknesses, and then couples that information with a plan to move forward. Bob Cohen is CEO of the Braintree Business Development Center in Mansfield, Ohio. Braintree is a regional business technology and entrepreneurship assistance center. For more than 20 years, Bob has worked with entrepreneurs to identify useful resources. He is a member of the National Crowdfunding Association and is a founding board member of the Crowdfunding Professional Association. He is a Certified GrowthWheel® Facilitator, Certified Business Advisor (CBA®), and Certified Global Business Professional.

Date: May 13Time: 8:00 - 11:00 a.m. or 2:00 - 5:00 p.m.Cost: $35Location: Harms Center

CrowdfundingDo you need money for a new business idea? • Would raising capital from not only family

and friends, but interested strangers who like your idea help you launch your idea?

• Is our rural panhandle setting inhibiting your idea from getting attention and visibility?

• Would getting in touch with new target audiences be helpful to you?

Did you know ... in 2012, nearly 2.8 billion dollars was raised through crowdfunding? Experts predicted 5 billion dollars would be raised by the end of 2013. There are over 500 different crowdfunding platforms. Projects range from charitable causes to business start-ups. The passage of the JOBS Act last year has the potential to dramatically increase the number of funders and recipients by allowing equity-based crowdfunding. Learn more about crowdfunding and determine if it might be

a good fit for your business, or you might want to become

a contributor. Bob Cohen is CEO of the Braintree Business Development Center in Mansfield, Ohio. Braintree is a regional business technology

and entrepreneurship assistance center. For more than 20 years, Bob has worked

with entrepreneurs to identify useful resources. He is a member of the National Crowdfunding Association and is a founding board member of the Crowdfunding Professional Association. He is a Certified GrowthWheel® Facilitator, Certified Business Advisor (CBA®), and Certified Global Business Professional.Date: May 13Time: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.Cost: $35Location: Harms Center

Driver’s EducationThis course is a State approved driver safety course for High school students ages 14-18 years of age. This course is not State approved for Adults 19 years of age and older. Students eligible must obtain a valid learner’s permit and be at least 14 years of age by October 15, 2014 to sign up. Date: May 28 & 29, Jun 2 - 6Time: 8:00 - 11:00 a.m.Cost: $195Location: Harms Center

Sidney308.254.7407

Driver’s EducationCourse requirements: This session consists of 20 hours of classroom training. Behind the wheel driving time consist of five hours. Drive times are arranged between the student and the instructor and may extend past April 21. Parents, please advise your child of any day or time that they cannot participate. Approved driver safety course: WNCC Driver’s Education Course is an approved State of Nebraska Driver Safety Course. The drive test route was approved by the Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles. The instructor is a State of Nebraska Certified Driver’s Education Instructor.Date: Apr 12, 13, 26 & 27 Time: 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.Cost: $240Location: Sidney Campus

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UPCOMING CLASSESBusiness & Community and Adult Education

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Adult Education308.635.6770

The Adult Education, GED, and ESL programs provide instruction that helps individuals acquire the academic skills necessary for employment or admission to college and occupational or training programs. Anyone over 18 years of age or older who is not enrolled in another school is eligible for enrollment. Please call 308.635.6770 regarding special enrollment requirements for 16- and 17-year-olds. Some students may wish to work on all the subjects necessary to take the GED tests and others may only need to improve skills, such as math or reading, to improve their employment opportunities.

Morrill County

BRIDGEPORT PUBLIC LIBRARY Date: Year-round Cost: $20 Days: Call 308.635.6770 for current info

Dawes County

DAWES COUNTY ANNEX BUILDING Date: Year-roundCost: $20 Days: M - THTime: 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Sheridan County

GORDON CITY HALL Date: Year-round Cost: $20 Days: Call 308.635.6770 for current info

Kimball County

KIMBALL HIGH SCHOOL Date: Aug - MayCost: $20 Days: T, THTime: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Scotts Bluff County

HARMS ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY CENTERDate: Year-roundCost: $20

Days: M - FTime: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Days: M - THTime: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Days: M, T, THTiime: 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Days: WTime: 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

GUADALUPE RECREATIONAL CENTERDate: Year-round Cost: $20

Days: M - THTime: 8:00 - 11:30 a.m.

Days: FTime: 8:00 - 11:00 a.m.

Days: M, T, THTime: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Days: WTime: 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.

ONE STOP CAREER CENTERDate: Year-round Cost: $20

Days: M, TTime: 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Days: WTime: 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

TRANSITIONAL LIVING PROGRAMDate: Year-round Cost: $20Days: Call 308.635.6770 for current info

Cheyenne County

Date: Year-roundCost: $20

Day: TTime: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Day: THTime: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.Location: WNCC Sidney Campus

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ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE

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Do you like to share your skills and knowledge with others? Help strengthen the workforce of western Nebraska by becoming an

Adjunct Instructor at WNCC. Call Human Resources to learn more and tell us how you can shape the future of our community!

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If you are at least 60 years of age, we invite you to join our Gold Card Club! Please request a “Gold Card” when you call to register for a credit class. This card entitles you to

FREE TUITION (up to six credit hours per semester) for WNCC credit classes.

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