Continuing Education Online Registration

Are you looking to broaden your painting skills while developing your own personal style? This studio class is a great place to develop your point of view with other painters using the medium of your choice. Working from photographs or still-life, the instructor will give one-on-one critiques each week. Bring painting supplies to the first class. This class is best suited to those who have had at least a beginner’s course or some previous experience in any painting media. To respect students with paint sensitivities, all paints and paint materials must be odorless.

This class is designed for those who have completed Nature’s Notebook I and experience in botanical drawing. You will continue looking into the natural world using pencils, pen and ink, and watercolor. There is further exploration into graphics such as making greeting cards and stationary logos, silverpoint, collage, and even scanning leaves, flowers, and shells, not to mention the various artistic philosophies of other cultures. Bring your basic supplies including sketchpads, pencils, pens, and inks, etc. Peter Loewer, Instructor. Pre-Requisite is Nature’s Notebook I.

If you have a good understanding of your SLR camera and experience with composition and exposure, this class will take you further into the world of Digital Photography. Explore your SLR camera’s capabilities and discover how to take better pictures. This class is designed to challenge your skill level and visual understanding of photography. Learn through shooting and editing assignments. Your work will be critiqued in class. Bring your camera to the first class and expect to become a better photographer.

This class is designed and structured for beginning students and will introduce the basic techniques involved in throwing on the potter’s wheel through class demonstrations and hands-on experience. All students will begin with simple forms to learn the basic skills of centering, pulling, and trimming. Glazing and firing procedures will also be covered. Bring a towel, apron and a small notebook to the first class. Wear suitable clothes for working with clay. Beginning students only! The toolkit fee of $10 is payable at the first class. The lab fee includes one bag of clay, glazes, and firing.

This class is designed and structured for beginning students and will introduce the basic techniques involved in throwing on the potter’s wheel through class demonstrations and hands-on experience. All students will begin with simple forms to learn the basic skills of centering, pulling, and trimming. Glazing and firing procedures will also be covered. Bring a towel, apron and a small notebook to the first class. Wear suitable clothes for working with clay. Beginning students only! The toolkit fee of $10 is payable at the first class. The lab fee includes one bag of clay, glazes, and firing.

Come and experience the world of stained glass with a veteran stained glass artist who will teach you how to cut glass, work with copper foil, the proper way to solder, and pattern design. You will be introduced to the tools of the trade, as well as most of the materials including various types of glass. When you have completed this course you will have several finished projects to show, as well as a mastery of the basic skills used in the craft of stained glass. We welcome all beginners from those with no experience to a very elementary knowledge. Tools and supplies will cost $100-$150.

"People are like stained-glass windows. They sparkle and shine when the sun is out, but when the darkness sets in, their true beauty is revealed only if there is a light from within." Elizabeth Kubler-Ross Do you have some experience with copper foil and want to be introduced to the basics of leaded glass construction? In this class you will explore the history of leaded glass, soldering, design, reinforcing, and finishing techniques. If you have some experience with leaded glass and want to improve on your skills, there will be plenty of individual instruction tailored to your skill level. You will be amazed at the pieces you will produce in this class. First night is demonstration, no supplies needed.

This course introduces basic information for those whose family life, travel plans, or personal interest necessitates an introduction to the Spanish language and Latino culture. Students learn basic pronunciation, nouns, articles, subject pronouns, and simple present tense verb conjugation. The course focuses on simple conversation with an emphasis on primary vocabulary on selected themes. Textbook: Spanish Now! Level 1 - Eighth Edition. Course covers chapters 1-5 from the book.

This course introduces basic information for those whose family life, travel plans, or personal interest necessitates an introduction to the Spanish language and Latino culture. Students learn basic pronunciation, nouns, articles, subject pronouns, and simple present tense verb conjugation. The course focuses on simple conversation with an emphasis on primary vocabulary on selected themes. Textbook: Spanish Now! Level 1 - Eighth Edition. Course covers chapters 1-5 from the book.

Building on skills learned in Spanish, Beginning I, students continue to learn basic listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Concepts covered in this class include time and weather, irregular present tense verbs, prepositions, and the verbs ser and estar (to be). Through group and pair work, games, and handouts students will also improve their conversational skills. Textbook: Spanish Now! Level 1 - Eighth Edition. Course covers chapters 6-9, 11, and 12 from the book. Prerequisite: Beginning Spanish I

Discover how fast you will be playing chord accompaniment to folk and country songs. You’ll quickly gain a basic knowledge of reading chord chars, tuning, strumming, chords and theory with a fingerstyle technique for a more thorough exploration of the instrument’s capabilities. Bring your guitar to the first class.

Go beyond chord accompaniment and begin finger picking, reading notes, and understanding the fundamentals of music theory. A greater variety of more difficult music will be explored. You should have a basic knowledge of the guitar, chords and chord charts for this class. Bring your guitar to the first class.

This class is designed if you have little or no experience. You will learn to crochet a hat or a scarf, incorporating rows and spirals. Work at your own pace and finish one or more projects. Explore basic stiches and read a simple pattern. You will develop a lifelong, relaxing craft at your own pace. Bring to the first class: 1 skein/ball of medium worsted weight (category 4) smooth (not textured) and light-colored (makes stitches easier to see.) Size H-8 (5.00 mm) or I-9 (5.5 mm) crochet hook.

This class is designed if you have little or no experience. You will learn to crochet a hat or a scarf, incorporating rows and spirals. Work at your own pace and finish one or more projects. Explore basic stiches and read a simple pattern. You will develop a lifelong, relaxing craft at your own pace. Bring to the first class: 1 skein/ball of medium worsted weight (category 4) smooth (not textured) and light-colored (makes stitches easier to see.) Size H-8 (5.00 mm) or I-9 (5.5 mm) crochet hook.

This class is a further exploration into your personal style and how it relates to color schemes, wall treatments, flooring, furniture selections and accessories. If you have a good understanding of color theory and basic design concepts, which are covered in Interior Decorating and Design Made Easy, you will be able to pick up where the first class begins. Be inspired through hands-on projects as you learn to create beautiful living and work space interiors.

Experience the joy of fly fishing and increase your confidence as you explore casting, fly presentation and wading techniques. There will be discussion on aquatic insects and their life cycle, reading a river, finding fish, selecting a rod and fly line, picking the right fly, selecting wading equipment and gearing up for a trip. Bring a brown bag lunch and any fishing equipment you might have to class. Shane Buckner, Instructor.

Relieve stress and develop focus through yoga. You will learn basic postures and be introduced to yoga philosophy. This is a great class to find out what yoga is all about. Wear comfortable clothes and bring a mat to the first class. Tricia Lea, Instructor.

This Basic Rider Course is certified by the NC Motorcycle Safety Education Program and conducted at a pace that results in successful completion for most novice riders. The course provides actual motorcycle operator training in a controlled, off-street environment. No experience is necessary; however, a good sense of balance is required (you must be able to ride a bicycle). To receive the NC Motorcycle Safety Education Program endorsement card, you must attend one hundred percent of all scheduled course hours and successfully complete the skills evaluation on Sunday afternoon. Required gear for all participants: long pants (no rips or holes), long-sleeve shirts, over-the-ankle boots (no sneakers), full-fingered gloves, eye protection (sunglasses or prescription eyewear is permissible), and a DOT approved helmet. Motorcycles are provided for all students. At the discretion of the instructors, students who are do not complete the riding objectives, are unable to safely operate the motorcycle and become a danger to themselves or others will be dismissed from class for their own protection and the safety of the group. No refunds will be given if you do not complete the course for any reason or if you register and are unable to attend. Space is limited, register early. There is a required 5-hour online e-course that students complete on their own before coming to class. The e-course link will be sent 10-12 days before the class scheduled class. The motorcycle range is located on A-B Tech’s Victoria Road campus on 41 Fernihurst Drive. For information call A-B Tech at (828)398-7817 or 398-7369. Registration fee-$195 includes a $5 comprehensive insurance fee and the online e-course.

This Basic Rider Course is certified by the NC Motorcycle Safety Education Program and conducted at a pace that results in successful completion for most novice riders. The course provides actual motorcycle operator training in a controlled, off-street environment. No experience is necessary; however, a good sense of balance is required (you must be able to ride a bicycle). To receive the NC Motorcycle Safety Education Program endorsement card, you must attend one hundred percent of all scheduled course hours and successfully complete the skills evaluation on Sunday afternoon. Required gear for all participants: long pants (no rips or holes), long-sleeve shirts, over-the-ankle boots (no sneakers), full-fingered gloves, eye protection (sunglasses or prescription eyewear is permissible), and a DOT approved helmet. Motorcycles are provided for all students. At the discretion of the instructors, students who are do not complete the riding objectives, are unable to safely operate the motorcycle and become a danger to themselves or others will be dismissed from class for their own protection and the safety of the group. No refunds will be given if you do not complete the course for any reason or if you register and are unable to attend. Space is limited, register early. There is a required 5-hour online e-course that students complete on their own before coming to class. The e-course link will be sent 10-12 days before the class scheduled class. The motorcycle range is located on A-B Tech’s Victoria Road campus on 41 Fernihurst Drive. For information call A-B Tech at (828)398-7817 or 398-7369. Registration fee-$195 includes a $5 comprehensive insurance fee and the online e-course.

This Basic Rider Course is certified by the NC Motorcycle Safety Education Program and conducted at a pace that results in successful completion for most novice riders. The course provides actual motorcycle operator training in a controlled, off-street environment. No experience is necessary; however, a good sense of balance is required (you must be able to ride a bicycle). To receive the NC Motorcycle Safety Education Program endorsement card, you must attend one hundred percent of all scheduled course hours and successfully complete the skills evaluation on Sunday afternoon. Required gear for all participants: long pants (no rips or holes), long-sleeve shirts, over-the-ankle boots (no sneakers), full-fingered gloves, eye protection (sunglasses or prescription eyewear is permissible), and a DOT approved helmet. Motorcycles are provided for all students. At the discretion of the instructors, students who are do not complete the riding objectives, are unable to safely operate the motorcycle and become a danger to themselves or others will be dismissed from class for their own protection and the safety of the group. No refunds will be given if you do not complete the course for any reason or if you register and are unable to attend. Space is limited, register early. There is a required 5-hour online e-course that students complete on their own before coming to class. The e-course link will be sent 10-12 days before the class scheduled class. The motorcycle range is located on A-B Tech’s Victoria Road campus on 41 Fernihurst Drive. For information call A-B Tech at (828)398-7817 or 398-7369. Registration fee-$195 includes a $5 comprehensive insurance fee and the online e-course.

This Basic Rider Course is certified by the NC Motorcycle Safety Education Program and conducted at a pace that results in successful completion for most novice riders. The course provides actual motorcycle operator training in a controlled, off-street environment. No experience is necessary; however, a good sense of balance is required (you must be able to ride a bicycle). To receive the NC Motorcycle Safety Education Program endorsement card, you must attend one hundred percent of all scheduled course hours and successfully complete the skills evaluation on Sunday afternoon. Required gear for all participants: long pants (no rips or holes), long-sleeve shirts, over-the-ankle boots (no sneakers), full-fingered gloves, eye protection (sunglasses or prescription eyewear is permissible), and a DOT approved helmet. Motorcycles are provided for all students. At the discretion of the instructors, students who are do not complete the riding objectives, are unable to safely operate the motorcycle and become a danger to themselves or others will be dismissed from class for their own protection and the safety of the group. No refunds will be given if you do not complete the course for any reason or if you register and are unable to attend. Space is limited, register early. There is a required 5-hour online e-course that students complete on their own before coming to class. The e-course link will be sent 10-12 days before the class scheduled class. The motorcycle range is located on A-B Tech’s Victoria Road campus on 41 Fernihurst Drive. For information call A-B Tech at (828)398-7817 or 398-7369. Registration fee-$195 includes a $5 comprehensive insurance fee and the online e-course.

This Basic Rider Course is certified by the NC Motorcycle Safety Education Program and conducted at a pace that results in successful completion for most novice riders. The course provides actual motorcycle operator training in a controlled, off-street environment. No experience is necessary; however, a good sense of balance is required (you must be able to ride a bicycle). To receive the NC Motorcycle Safety Education Program endorsement card, you must attend one hundred percent of all scheduled course hours and successfully complete the skills evaluation on Sunday afternoon. Required gear for all participants: long pants (no rips or holes), long-sleeve shirts, over-the-ankle boots (no sneakers), full-fingered gloves, eye protection (sunglasses or prescription eyewear is permissible), and a DOT approved helmet. Motorcycles are provided for all students. At the discretion of the instructors, students who are do not complete the riding objectives, are unable to safely operate the motorcycle and become a danger to themselves or others will be dismissed from class for their own protection and the safety of the group. No refunds will be given if you do not complete the course for any reason or if you register and are unable to attend. Space is limited, register early. There is a required 5-hour online e-course that students complete on their own before coming to class. The e-course link will be sent 10-12 days before the class scheduled class. The motorcycle range is located on A-B Tech’s Victoria Road campus on 41 Fernihurst Drive. For information call A-B Tech at (828)398-7817 or 398-7369. Registration fee-$195 includes a $5 comprehensive insurance fee and the online e-course.

This Basic Rider Course is certified by the NC Motorcycle Safety Education Program and conducted at a pace that results in successful completion for most novice riders. The course provides actual motorcycle operator training in a controlled, off-street environment. No experience is necessary; however, a good sense of balance is required (you must be able to ride a bicycle). To receive the NC Motorcycle Safety Education Program endorsement card, you must attend one hundred percent of all scheduled course hours and successfully complete the skills evaluation on Sunday afternoon. Required gear for all participants: long pants (no rips or holes), long-sleeve shirts, over-the-ankle boots (no sneakers), full-fingered gloves, eye protection (sunglasses or prescription eyewear is permissible), and a DOT approved helmet. Motorcycles are provided for all students. At the discretion of the instructors, students who are do not complete the riding objectives, are unable to safely operate the motorcycle and become a danger to themselves or others will be dismissed from class for their own protection and the safety of the group. No refunds will be given if you do not complete the course for any reason or if you register and are unable to attend. Space is limited, register early. There is a required 5-hour online e-course that students complete on their own before coming to class. The e-course link will be sent 10-12 days before the class scheduled class. The motorcycle range is located on A-B Tech’s Victoria Road campus on 41 Fernihurst Drive. For information call A-B Tech at (828)398-7817 or 398-7369. Registration fee-$195 includes a $5 comprehensive insurance fee and the online e-course.

This Basic Rider Course is certified by the NC Motorcycle Safety Education Program and conducted at a pace that results in successful completion for most novice riders. The course provides actual motorcycle operator training in a controlled, off-street environment. No experience is necessary; however, a good sense of balance is required (you must be able to ride a bicycle). To receive the NC Motorcycle Safety Education Program endorsement card, you must attend one hundred percent of all scheduled course hours and successfully complete the skills evaluation on Sunday afternoon. Required gear for all participants: long pants (no rips or holes), long-sleeve shirts, over-the-ankle boots (no sneakers), full-fingered gloves, eye protection (sunglasses or prescription eyewear is permissible), and a DOT approved helmet. Motorcycles are provided for all students. At the discretion of the instructors, students who are do not complete the riding objectives, are unable to safely operate the motorcycle and become a danger to themselves or others will be dismissed from class for their own protection and the safety of the group. No refunds will be given if you do not complete the course for any reason or if you register and are unable to attend. Space is limited, register early. There is a required 5-hour online e-course that students complete on their own before coming to class. The e-course link will be sent 10-12 days before the class scheduled class. The motorcycle range is located on A-B Tech’s Victoria Road campus on 41 Fernihurst Drive. For information call A-B Tech at (828)398-7817 or 398-7369. Registration fee-$195 includes a $5 comprehensive insurance fee and the online e-course.