Black Hawk College - PaCE

Not ready to give up on your garden just yet? 🌱

Join us for Fall Planting & Winter Prep and learn what you can still plant this fall, how to protect your garden beds through the winter and how to set yourself up for a healthy start next spring. Plus, you'll receive a plant to take home after class!

📅 Thursday, Sept. 3
🕠 5:30–7:30 p.m.
📍 Outreach Center, Room 204
💲 $35 | Class ID: 3799

Visit bhc.augusoft.net to register. Register by Aug. 27!

Got a new job or looking to brush up on your Excel skills? 📊

Our Excel Introduction class is perfect for professionals, job seekers, or anyone wanting to build confidence with spreadsheets. We’re excited to welcome back Erin Duffy as our instructor this fall!

We have two schedule options available at our Outreach Center (Room 402):

🗓️ 3-Week Evening Excel Introduction Class

• Dates: Tuesdays, Sept 8 – Sept 22

• Time: 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM

• Fee: $99 (Includes workbook)

• Class ID: 3747

🗓️ 1-Day Excel Introduction Class

• Date: Wednesday, Oct 7

• Time: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

• Fee: $99 (Includes workbook)

• Class ID: 3750

🎟️ Seats fill up quickly! Head over to bhc.augusoft.net to learn more and secure your spot today.

Ready to learn a new language? 🌎 We are offering a variety of language classes this fall!

🤟 Beginning and Intermediate American Sign Language
🇪🇸 Spanish for Beginners
🇪🇸 Intermediate Spanish
🏥 Basic Spanish for Health Care
⠿ Basics of Braille
🇸🇦 Explore Arabic
🇫🇷 Explore French

CE credits are also available for Spanish, ASL, and Braille. More information can be found in our catalog at www.bhc.edu/pace.

Seats are limited, register today! 👇
bhc.augusoft.net or call 309-796-8223

🍎 Calling All Educators: Elevate Your Classroom & Earn PD Hours Online!

Looking to refresh your teaching strategies, integrate new classroom technology, or meet your professional development requirements on your own time?

Black Hawk College offers a wide range of 100% online teacher development courses in partnership with ed2go. Topics include:
📗 Classroom Management & Student Engagement

📘 Differentiated Instruction & Special Education Strategies

📙 Integrating Technology in the Classroom

📕 STEM, Literacy, & Content Area Instruction

Course sessions start monthly, with flexible 6-week formats led by expert instructors.

🔗 Explore courses & register here:

https://www.ed2go.com/blackhawk/SearchResults.aspx?CategoryId=1425%2c1426%2c1427%2c1428%2c1424&Sort=Relevance&CurrPage=1

Need to know the basics of how to use your computer? Check out our Level 1 class which starts on Wednesday, September 2 and runs for 6 weeks.

Computer Basics Level 1 Class ID: 3739
Sep 2 - Oct. 14 (no class Oct. 7)
3:30-5:30pm
$99
Outreach Center Room 401

To register you may go online to bhc.augusoft.net, call or visit us in person.

Have a story in your head but aren't sure how to get it onto the page? Or maybe you've already written a book and want to learn how to get it published?

We have two upcoming classes to help you take the next step:

✍️ Creative Writing: Bring Your Story to Life
Sept. 1–15 | Tuesdays, 6–8 p.m.
Outreach – Room 401 | $39
Learn how to develop your ideas, organize your story and explore the tools and techniques that can help bring your writing to life.
Class ID 3820

📚 How to Self-Publish Your Book
Sept. 3–17 | Thursdays, 6–8 p.m.
Outreach – Room 402 | $39
Learn how to prepare your manuscript and navigate the self-publishing process, including ISBNs, barcodes, LCCNs and online book retailers.
Class ID 3821

Space is limited, register today! 👇
bhc.augusoft.net or call 309-796-8223

Wind down and relax with a few sound healing classes being offered this fall!

Sound Healing with Gongs, Bowls, Tuning Forks & More! ID: 3713

Two Sessions: 9/4 - 9/25 & 10/30 - 11/20
Fridays, 10:00am-12:00pm
$45 per session
Outreach Center Room 406

Please visit bhc.augusoft.net to register.

🌎 Explore a new language this fall!

Curious about Arabic or French? Try one of our new Explore classes and get a low-pressure introduction to the language, everyday phrases and the culture connected to it.

Explore Arabic: Sept. 3–24
⏰ Thursdays, 5:30–7:30 p.m.
📍 Outreach Center, Room 106
💲 $45

Explore French: Oct. 8–29
⏰ Thursdays, 5:30–7:30 p.m.
📍 Outreach Center, Room 106
💲 $45

Register today! 👇
bhc.augusoft.net or call us at 309-796-8223

📊 Master Your Business Finances with QuickBooks!

Whether you’re running a small business, managing non-profit books, or looking to boost your resume, learning QuickBooks is one of the most practical skills you can build.

Join our Introduction to QuickBooks Online course offered through Black Hawk College and ed2go! Learn how to track income and expenses, manage invoices, run financial reports, and keep your accounting organized—all 100% online and instructor-led.

🗓️ Flexible 6-week online format

🔗 Learn more & enroll today: https://www.ed2go.com/blackhawk/online-courses/quickbooks-online/

🖨️ Curious about the world of 3D printing?

Unlock your creativity in 3D Printing: Introduction! Whether you want to print custom parts, unique art, or are just looking to buy your first printer, this 4-week class covers it all. Learn printer selection, setup, materials, design strategies, and troubleshooting.

🗓️ Thursdays, Aug 27 – Sept 17 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
📍 BHC Outreach Center, East Moline (Rm 407)
👨‍🏫 Instructor: Richard Vedvik
💰 Tuition: $69

⚠️ Refund deadline is August 21, so secure your spot early!

👉 Register today! Search Class ID 3459 at bhc.augusoft.net or call us to sign up.