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MCC Offers Fun Courses for Youth During February Vacation Week
Designed for youth, ages 10 to 15, courses focus on introductory computer programming, art, and babysitter training – offered Feb. 19-22
Kids and teens can make the most of February vacation week at Middlesex Community College!
MCC’s Corporate and Community Education & Training program is offering a variety of fun, noncredit courses designed for youth, ages 10 to 15. Courses focus on introductory computer programming, art, and babysitter training. Classes run Feb. 19-22, and include:
“Scratch Programming” (YTH 744 80) – Participants will use Scratch programming language and build a variety of games. Learning will include art, design, planning and programming. In addition, the usage of Scratch will be extended to Raspberry Pi and Arduino, enabling participants to control devices like sensors, motors, LEDs and fans. (9 hours) Cost: $200.
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“Everything But the Kitchen Sink” (YTH 747 30) – Come and spend your vacation week making “everything but the kitchen sink” art projects! This class will be an open studio for a multitude of art exploration. You will be exposed to different art media, water color and acrylic painting, and a variety of techniques to perfect your artistic talents. (28 hours) Cost: $235
“Automation & IOT w/ Raspberry” (YTH 745 80) – Students will learn how to use the data they gather and present it using professional visualization tools and software. Concepts of electronics, basics of Python programming, home automation, and IOT concepts will also be introduced. This class is for ages 13-15. (9 hours) Cost: $225
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“American Red Cross Babysitter’s Training” (YTH 746 30) – Youth ages 11 to 15 will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to safely and responsibly give care for children and infants. This training will help participants develop leadership skills, learn how to develop a babysitting business, and learn about basic childcare and first aid. (7 hours) Cost: $100.
To enroll or learn more about these or other noncredit course offerings at Middlesex, visit: https://www.middlesex.mass.edu/careertraining or call 1-800-818-3434.
Discover your path at Middlesex Community College. As one of the largest, most comprehensive community colleges in Massachusetts, we educate, engage and empower a diverse community of learners. MCC offers more than 70 degree and certificate programs – plus hundreds of noncredit courses – on our campuses in Bedford and Lowell, and online. Middlesex Community College: Student success starts here!
