Things you always wanted to know about MCC’s Continuing Education Program, but didn’t know who to ask
The person to ask is Dori Smith, Coordinator of Continuing Education, at (815) 455-8559. You can also e-mail her at dsmith@mchenry.edu.
Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about our program:
- What if I already have a degree and/or haven’t been to school in many years? Can I still benefit from this program?
- How do I find out what's being offered?
- Are the instructors part of the MCC faculty?
- How often does a new program of classes come out?
- What kinds of courses/seminars are offered in what format?
- Is there a higher fee for classes and events if I live out of the McHenry County College district?
- How do I register?
- Can you help me with teacher recertification?
1. What if I already have a degree and/or haven’t been to school in many years? Can I still benefit from this program?
Absolutely. The purpose of the continuing education program is to provide opportunities for lifelong learning in order to enrich one’s personal life. These classes have no tests and aren’t graded.
2. How do I find out what’s being offered?
There’s a printed schedule delivered via mail, our web site, various media announcements, posters and flyers around the county.
3. Are the instructors part of the MCC faculty?
Some are and others are community members who are experts in a particular topic area. They are experts with a wealth of experience and are very good communicators.
4. How often does a new program of classes come out?
Three times per year - Fall, Spring and Summer, plus editions targeted to specific populations such as Baby Boomers and GenXers.
5. What kinds of courses/seminars are offered in what format?
There are special events, one-day-seminars, 4-8 week classes, 3-hour meetings. Topics are diverse and include Spanish, Ballroom Dance, Stained Glass, Tai Chi, Photography, Dog Obedience.
6. Is there a higher fee for classes and events if I live out of the McHenry County College district?
No.
You can register by phone, fax, mail or in-person. Read more details about the registration process
Continuing Education Seminars
About Teacher Recertification:
MCC is an approved provider of Professional Development for Teacher
Recertification (Provider 100270). Many of the offerings in
this schedule can be used in a teacher's Certificate Renewal
Plan.
Please call Nancy Czeslawski (after 4 p.m.) at (815) 455-8672 to request Evaluation/Evidence forms prior to taking Continuing Education workshops/seminars.
7/24/07