Collin College Continuing Education Adds New Programs
August 30, 2024
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Collin College Continuing Education (CE) is expanding with three new course offerings, including Medical Massage Therapy, Welding I and II in Spanish, and Product Management, which is completely online.
These new offerings will ensure learners acquire skills and knowledge that can lead
to career advancement, remain competitive and effective in current roles, or provide
personal growth. All new programs are enrolling students for fall.
Nicole Green, Medical Massage Therapy program coordinator, emphasized Collin College’s
commitment to providing this in-demand training for a fast-growing field.
“We are excited to bring this great opportunity to learners interested in this career
who can learn all the fundamentals of massage therapy and pursue careers in various
settings, including spas, hospitals, sporting facilities, and private practices,”
she said. “Community members can also benefit from medical massage services offered
at a low cost through the program. We can’t wait to serve our neighbors.”
Welding I and II courses are now offered in a Spanish-language format, providing the
tools for students to succeed in a skilled profession. Students can expect hands-on
experience while learning about safe practices, welding equipment, and both common
and advanced welding techniques. This initiative hopes to help alleviate the shortage
of welders in the workforce.
“These programs will provide basic knowledge for a career in welding,” said Brian
Sanders, director of the Welding program. “We hope that teaching these skills in Spanish
will welcome a diverse group of learners who won’t allow language to be a barrier
from earning an education in welding.”
The Product Management program is now offered fully online, providing courses that
focus on the fundamentals of product management, product launch, product strategy,
and more.
“This offering is perfect for seasoned professionals looking to pivot their career
or advance in their current roles,” said Jeanne Johnson, director of CE programming.
“With the program being online, it’s a convenient way for working learners to take
advantage of this opportunity.”
To learn more about the Medical Massage Therapy program, email medmassage@collin.edu.
For information on Welding I and II in Spanish courses or the Product Management program,
visit https://mylearning.collin.edu, or email CEinfo@collin.edu.
Collin College serves more than 58,000 credit and continuing education students annually
and offers more than 200 degrees and certificates, including a Bachelor of Science
in Nursing (BSN), a Bachelor of Applied Technology (BAT) in Cybersecurity, a Bachelor
of Applied Science (BAS) in Construction Management, and a new Bachelor of Applied
Science (BAS) in Clinical Operations Management. The only public college based in
Collin County, Collin College is a partner to business, government, and industry,
providing customized training and workforce development. For more information, visit
www.collin.edu.
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Photo by Sara Carpenter, Collin College photographer
Cutline: Collin College welding student at the Technical Campus.
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