Low Advanced ESL This course is intended for students who already possess intermediate-level English skills and are ready for more advanced level noncredit classes or who wish to transition to credit classes in the future. The focus is on reinforcing and developing individual reading, writing, and oral skills as well as reviewing more advanced grammatical concepts. Textbook required. Prerequisite:ELLC 186+.

Enjoy learning on-site in Beverly at the historic Sedgwick Gardens at Long Hill, one of the premiere gardens in New England , managed by the Trustees of Reservations. A hands-on opportunity to participate in spring landscaping and garden maintenance with a professional educator and horticulturist with over 30 years' of experience. Ideal for gardeners, designers, people working in the landscaping field, homeowners, and career changers. The class is held off campus at Long Hill, located at 572 Essex St. Beverly MA.

Essentials of Project Management This course provides working professionals with a practical introduction to the core principles, processes, and applications of project management. Designed as a stand-alone learning experience or as a foundation for further study in a Project Management Certificate program or PMP® exam preparation. With demand for skilled project managers on the rise and an increasing number of experienced professionals reaching retirement age, now is the ideal time to build project management expertise. According to the Project Management Institute’s Job Growth and Talent Gap Report (2017–2027), the need for qualified project managers continues to outpace supply—creating valuable career opportunities for professionals across industries. This program consists of four comprehensive modules that explore the essential elements of project management: Project Management: The Discipline and the Profession Planning and Balancing Project Work Executing, Controlling, and Closing the Project Strategic Value of Projects Participants will gain foundational knowledge and practical tools to manage projects effectively, support organizational goals, and advance their professional growth in a dynamic and in-demand field. Course fee includes textbook and materials.

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.