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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CDL Driver Training
CompTIA A+ Certification
Class begins in August!
This 100-hour program in partnership with Ivy Tech Community College, prepares students with practical job skills to help them work on computer hardware and operating systems. All skills taught are expected of entry-level IT professionals who will have a high-level of interaction with clients. The course will run August 17 – November 9, meeting every Tuesday & Thursday, 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM. The program will be fully sponsored by the Indiana Workforce Ready Grant. Call the learning center for registration details.
CDL Truck Driver Training
FIE Truck Driving School
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.
Indiana transitions to HiSET® Test
The Department of Workforce Development and Indiana Adult Education will transition to a new high school equivalency test on July 1. Used in more than 25 states and territories, HiSET® will become the state’s new HSE credential and another way for Hoosiers without a high school diploma to demonstrate their skills and knowledge. The HiSET® exam is consistent with the curricular emphasis found in today’s high schools and aligns with the College and Career Readiness Standards for adult education.
High School Equivalency Retest Session
Harrison County Lifelong Learning is conducting a TASC® Retest Session on Thursday, July 22 and Friday, July 23 in Corydon. The session is designed for students who have not yet passed all 5 subjects of the TASC® Test. As the State of Indiana transitions to a new high school equivalency exam, these students have until September 30, 2021 to complete their subtests. Test registration is currently open by appointment at the learning center in Corydon.
WorkOne- Corydon Now Open!
A WorkOne Career Coach is at Harrison County Lifelong Learning on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM. Individuals can stop in to conduct job searches, complete a skills assessment, develop a career plan and receive information on workforce training, referrals, and placement services. For more information, contact Harrison County Career Coach, Karen Bruce, at 812 620-6892.
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.
Free Adult Education Classes
River Valley Resources’ Adult Education and English Language Learner classes meet on Wednesdays, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Classes are free and designed for individuals who need to improve their basic skills in preparation for a high school equivalency diploma, college enrollment or career advancement. No appointment is necessary. Students younger than 18 must be exited from high school.
Industry Certification Programs Continue
Harrison County Lifelong Learning will continue to offer certification courses in Corydon in partnership with Ivy Tech Community College and Vincennes University. A 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, CompTIA A+ Certification will be offered to prepare individuals for a career in IT support services.
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Mark you calendars!Tomorrow is our job fair with Kelly Services hiring substitute teachers! Let us know if you have any questions. We hope to see you there!
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We're offering the HiSET® Exam on July 29 & 30 in Corydon to students in need of a high school equivalency diploma. Registrations are taken by appointment, 812 738-7736.
If you're thinking about pursuing post-secondary education to get a good career fast, check out Ivy Tech Community College!Join us for Ivy Bash on July 20! FREE SWAG AND TACO BELL! Plus a chance to win a new laptop! RSVP at link.ivytech.edu/ivybash and get a free t-shirt!