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Ag, Farm & Ranch
Build skills for today’s agricultural operations with courses in farm business, management, and horsemanship. Designed for practical, real-world training.
Apprenticeship
Train for in-demand skilled trades with apprenticeship programs that build hands-on experience and career-ready skills for long-term success.
Business
Develop business skills in management, leadership, marketing, finance, and communication. Courses help professionals grow, lead teams, and succeed at work.
Computer Classes
Build computer skills with training in Microsoft Office, web development, CAD, and more. Courses support beginners and professionals learning data, design, security, and digital tools.
Conf. & Workshops
Explore conferences and workshops designed to build practical skills through interactive learning and hands-on experiences for real-world success.
Culinary Arts
Develop culinary skills through hands-on training that builds confidence and creativity in the kitchen while supporting healthy and diverse cooking.
Digital Arts / Web
Build digital design skills through hands-on training in visual, web, and media creation. Learn practical techniques to create, edit, and present content for today’s digital world.
Health and Wellness
Build skills for healthcare careers and personal well-being through hands-on and online training in patient care, safety, and health services.
Industrial Maintenance
Build skills in industrial maintenance through hands-on training in automation, electronics, and new technologies. Gain practical knowledge for safe, reliable operations.
Lifelong Learning
Explore enriching courses designed for personal growth, creativity, and lifelong learning. Enjoy engaging experiences that build skills, knowledge, and connections.
Online Courses
Fit classes into your schedule—not the other way around. Web courses and webinars cover a variety of topics and are available whenever you are.
Personal/Professional Development
Build skills for personal and professional growth through engaging learning experiences that enhance creativity, confidence, and life skills.
Trades
Build skills for in-demand trades through hands-on, safety-focused training. Prepare for careers in construction, manufacturing, and technical fields.
Course Catalog
Certified Family Home Basic Medication Awareness and Infection Control
The purpose of this course is to educate Certified Family Home (CFH) providers and substitute caregivers regarding medication safety and infection control. Participants will gain a basic understanding of medications including storing and caring for medications, six rights of medication oversight, medication side effects and warning signs, infection control, maintaining medication records and more. This course satisfies the requirements of IDAPA 16.03.19.400.05: “Each staff assisting with resident medications will have successfully completed a medication training under Section 100 of these rules.” That section states under IDAPA 16.03.19.100.03.e: “Unless a licensed practical nurse, registered nurse, physician’s assistant, or medical doctor, completion of a Department-approved medications course through an Idaho technical college.”Successful completion of this course will consist of an open-book written test with a passing rate of 80% or greater and participation in the skills demonstration and testing. (Beginning July 7, 2025 this 5 hour course will be in-person.) Successful completion of this course will consist of an open book written test with a passing rate of 80% or greater and participation in the skills demonstration and testing. Spanish course available. Please call 208-282-3372 for details.
Personal Safety for Seniors
Friends for Learning will be hosting a presentation by the Police Department on an issue that is becoming increasingly important—senior safety. They will talk about common crimes that often target seniors, including scams, fraud, and online threats. The presentation will also include practical suggestions on how to recognize these situations and steps you can take to protect yourself and your personal information. This should be a very helpful and informative session, especially given how quickly these types of crimes are evolving.
Assistance with Medications
Qualify yourself to assist with medications in assisted living, group home, and certified family home settings. Upon completion of the course, you will know the legal requirements for assistance with medications, be able to identify safety factors involved and know your responsibilities and restrictions when assisting with medications. Closed-book written exam and skills exam are conducted at the end of class. Begin studying the course manual* at least one week prior to the class This 8-hour course is taught in a one-day Saturday course or split between two 4 hour evenings. NOTE: These classes are fully face-to-face.
PLC Training - Rockwell Studio 5000
Using the Rockwell Studio 5000/CompactLogix Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), learn ladder logic format, I-O instructions, external devices, operating cycle, relays, timers, counters, sequencers, shift registers, analog application, math blocks use of tending and data logging tools, as well as troubleshooting tools and techniques. This course is taught by an industry expert with over 25 years of control experience.
AHA BLS Provider CPR
This class teaches everything necessary to administer CPR in healthcare settings such as assessment of breathing and cardiac emergencies in adults, infants, and children with one-and-two rescuer CPR; adult and pediatric obstructed airway management; AED; and mouth-to-mouth ventilation. Approved by the American Heart Association (AHA) and taught by AHA certified instructors. This class does not offer First Aid training. If you are interested in First Aid training click here. Click here to view our blended learning BLS Provider CPR for additional date options. Note: If the course has listed Pharmacy, OTA, ISU Dental Program, EMT, or other departments it is for their departments only. Please do not register for any of these sections.
2 Mile Walking Video – Inside
Let’s take a two-mile indoor walk with Leslie Sansone! This fun and energizing video workout is a great way to meet your cardio goals – especially when the weather isn’t cooperating. Leslie guides you through a series of full-bodied movements that get your heart rate up and keep you moving for a complete cardio workout.
Google Basics: Using Your Own Device
Learn how to get more out of Google using your personal electronic device. This beginner-friendly class is designed for people who are new to Google tools such as Gmail, Google Drive, Google Docs, and other Google apps, or want to feel more confident using them. The class will be hands-on, with guidance and time to practice on your own device. Please bring your Smartphone, tablet, and/or laptop; charging cord; Google account login information, or you can create an account during class.
Fighting Hunger in Eastern Idaho: A Behind-the-Scenes Foodbank Experience
Participants will experience a behind-the-scenes look at how hunger relief works in Eastern Idaho through an engaging Idaho Foodbank volunteer session and guided facility tour. Guests will learn about food insecurity in our region, how community partnerships support neighbors in need and the impact volunteers have on hunger relief efforts. The class includes hands-on volunteer activities and opportunities for discussion and questions. Attendees should wear comfortable, close-toed shoes suitable for warehouse and volunteer activities.
Religions of the World: Torah Law & Jewish Philosophy
Rabbi Sara will discuss the history of the Jewish faith as derived from the Torah's 13 beliefs.