HR Essentials for Managers and Small Businesses Are you ready to confidently tackle everyday HR challenges? Whether you are a small business owner, a manager with HR responsibilities, or just getting started in the field, this practical, hands-on program is designed for you. You will gain essential HR knowledge across six key areas equipping you with tools and strategies, you can apply immediately in your organization: Leads with Purpose-Explore the vital role HR plays in shaping your workplace Maximizes Talent -Learn how HR affects the full employee experience Champions Culture- Discover how to build and support an equitable, inclusive culture Optimizes Intelligence-Leverage HR technology to boost efficiency and insight Accelerates Performance-Drive measurable results through strategic HR practices Knows the Law-Stay current on key U.S. state and federal employment laws By the end of the course, you will have developed critical HR competencies and the confidence to apply them effectively in real-world situations. Earn a Certificate of Completion from SHRM and earn 1.5 CEUs. Cost of class includes required digital course materials.

Floral Design II Keep your creativity flowing! Create more challenging arrangements using tropical flowers, exotics, lilies, Dutch flowers, and several species of roses. Use an unusual and diverse variety of greenery and interesting containers to complement each arrangement. Discuss cut flower identification and preservation. Fresh cut flowers and floral supplies are provided in class. Please bring scissors, knife, ribbon cutters and wire cutters to class. Textbook required: (Same as Floral Design I) Flower Arranging Complete Guide by Blacklock: ISBN# 9780955239175. Visit this link to order the textbook: https://a.co/d/ciF6qxY Prerequisite: Floral Design I or equivalent experience. Cost of class includes a $180 perishable fee.

Creative Writing Do you have a story to tell or an emotion to convey? Begin each class with an exercise that will initiate you into the process of creative writing. Explore the genre of short fiction, and you are also welcome to explore creative non-fiction and poetry. Topics of discussion will include strategies for keeping the process flowing in the midst of our busy lives and ways to publish your work in print or online. You will have the opportunity to share your work and receive feedback from other writers. Current writers are welcome, and no prior experience is necessary.

Excel Intermediate Learn the techniques for handling large spreadsheets. Use the Solver Add-In analysis tool, the conditional IF function, cell references linking formulas between worksheets, cell and range naming and using named ranges in functions, formatting and customizing charts, the VLOOKUP function and creating a basic macro to automate a regularly used process. Flash drive required: Students must activate their My Northshore account prior to first class.

Recovery Coach Academy fulfills 30 of the 60 educational hours required to become a Massachusetts Certified Addiction Recovery Coach. Designed to provide those seeking to work as Recovery Coaches with a thorough overview of addiction science, the various substances of misuse and their effects, and how addiction impacts mental health, physical health, and overall wellness. Stages of change related to recovery are examined, along with Motivational Interviewing, an evidence-based intervention used to promote recovery goal attainment. The course utilizes case studies and experiential exercises that will strengthen the students' cultural awareness and responsiveness to differences. A great deal of time is spent examining the accepted ethical standards for coaches-how best to navigate boundaries and 'stay in the lane' of a Recovery Coach. There are no prerequisites for attending this class; all are welcome. Training participants will receive knowledge and resources designed to help people heal from addiction, whether they are just entering recovery or looking to deepen and sustain their recovery. Topics covered required by the state of Massachusetts for the CARC certification are: Addiction 101, Mental Health, Motivational Interviewing, Cultural Competencies and Ethical Responsibilities. Course materials are included in the cost of the class.

Wedding Floral Design Bootcamp Learn to create a complete array of wedding arrangements along with the latest design, styles, and techniques for an on-trend fabulous event. This includes fresh flower sourcing, care and handling, making bouquets, personal flowers, reception and ceremony flowers. Sustainable, eco-friendly mechanics and techniques are emphasized. Please bring scissors, knife, ribbon cutters, and wire cutters to class. Cost of class includes a $210 perishable fee.

EKG Technician Learn to conduct and interpret electrocardiograms (EKGs) including the anatomy and physiology of the heart, equipment technology, how to interpret a rhythm strip, and details of a myocardial infarction. Course prepares students to take the leading national/industry-recognized certification exam(s) essential to entry-level employment in this fast-growing field: NWCA National Certificate: (NWCA) EKG Technician (CET) Exam. Cost includes the required textbook. Exam not included in the cost of the program. Prerequisite: High School Diploma or equivalent. Health Care Requirements for Non-Credit Health courses: 1. Accuplacer Placement Exam: If you do not have previous college credits students are required to take the Math and Reading Assessment (Accuplacer) and meet or exceed required score. For testing information or to schedule an exam please visit the Testing Center Web Page: https://www.northshore.edu/cas/testing/index.html 2. A CORI Check. 3. Proof of immunizations, a negative TB test, a COVID-19 vaccine with a booster, or a drug screening may be required for certain healthcare classes. You will receive an email from jmccloud@northshore.edu before the first class, containing the student healthcare packet. This packet must be reviewed, electronically signed, and submitted prior to the start of class. If you have any questions, please call us at (978) 236-1200.

Reiki Usui/Holy Fire III: Level 2 Practitioner Certification Enhance your healing power and intuition as well as your confidence and skills with Level 2 training. Learn full treatment session techniques including advanced body scanning and traditional Japanese Reiki techniques. At course completion you will have an understanding of the following concepts: clearing negative energy from your clients and their homes, distance healing, healing of emotional problems and trauma, and changing unwanted habits. As a Usui/Holy Fire III Reiki Level Two Practitioner, you can see clients and open your own Reiki healing practice if you chose to do so.Textbook required: same as level one. Please call 978-236-1200 if you do not have the book from Level One. Prerequisites Successful completion of any level 1 Reiki lineage.