The new mission of Harrison County Lifelong Learning is to advance the knowledge and skills, through programs that enrich the lives of Harrison County residents, while meeting the needs of the community. Harrison County Lifelong Learning will be a leader in connecting Harrison County residents to the resources needed to be successful.
Harrison County Lifelong Learning partners with several educational institutions and community resources to increase the skills and abilities of local citizens while empowering and enriching their lives in an effort to promote a lifetime of learning. Please let us know if there is a class you would like offered.
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CAREER ADVANCEMENT
EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
ADVANCED TRAINING
CDL Truck Driver Training
FIE Truck Driving School
In 2021 Harrison County Lifelong Learning is bringing CDL truck driver training opportunities to Harrison County. Our partnership with FIE Truck Driving School will offer small classes with individualized instruction. FIE works closely with WorkOne and Veterans Affairs and accepts self-pay. A placement program is available upon graduation.
To register for an upcoming class and complete an application, click here.
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Training
Vincennes University
Beginning March 15, Harrison County Lifelong Learning and Vincennes University will be offering Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) Training in Corydon. Class will run through June 24 and meet every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday evening from 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM. Students are encouraged to apply for Workforce Ready grant funds to assist with tuition costs. For more details, contact us at 812.738.7736
Adult Education Classes Resume
River Valley Resources’ Adult Education and English Language Learner classes have resumed at the learning center. The class meets each Thursday, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM for those individuals who need to improve their basic skills in preparation for high school equivalency testing, college preparation or career advancement. No appointment is necessary. Students younger than 18 must be exited from high school.
High School Equivalency Test Registration
Harrison County Lifelong Learning is conducting High School Equivalency Testing in Corydon on Thursday, March 18 and Friday, March 19, 2021. Each day testing will be from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Test registration is currently open by appointment at the learning center in Corydon. Additionally, registrations will be taken on Wednesday, March 10 at River Valley Resources in New Albany. For registration details and student eligibility information, please call the learning center.
WorkOne- Corydon Temporarily Closed
Due to the increased spike in Covid-19 cases, the Corydon location of WorkOne is closed to the general public. The Career Coach will remain working within Harrison County Lifelong Learning and can offer virtual and phone career service assistance only.
The Indiana Department of Workforce Development (DWD) is reminding Hoosiers that applying for unemployment insurance benefits is completed electronically. Hoosiers can apply on a computer or smartphone. For more information on unemployment insurance, visit, unemployment.in.gov or call the UI Help Desk at 1-800-891-6499.
Lunch & Learn Series
Harrison County Lifelong Learning, in partnership with Purdue Extension of Harrison County, is offering a free Lunch & Learn series. Each week Extension staff will present information from the INWork program, a curriculum for teaching life skills necessary to increase the number of qualified applicants for Indiana job openings. The program will run 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM and include lunch. Please call the learning center for details and to register for each session, 812 738-7736.
Industry Certification Programs Continue in 2021!
In partnership with Vincennes University and WorkOne Southern Indiana, Harrison County Lifelong Learning will continue to offer certification courses in Corydon. The Phlebotomy Technician certification course will prepare professionals to collect blood specimens from clients for the purpose of laboratory analysis. The Dental Assistant Training will prepare students for an entry-level position in the one of the fastest growing healthcare careers. Additionally, Certified Clinical Medical Assistant training will be offered.
