Lake Michigan College offering Extended Education courses
Lake Michigan College offering a full slate of Extended Education courses this fall
Lake Michigan College's Extended Education program is offering an extensive lineup of fall classes designed for career advancement, skill building, and personal enrichment.
From professional certifications and workforce training to wellness programs and creative pursuits, the 2025 Fall schedule provides opportunities for learners of all backgrounds and interests. Classes begin in September and run through December, with flexible scheduling options including evenings and intensive one-day formats.
Film Noir: Chocolate and Wine – “Double Indemnity”
Thursday, Sept. 4, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m.
$25 Individual, $45 Couple | Welch Center, LMC Benton Harbor Campus
Screen the 1944 film noir release "Double Indemnity" while enjoying wines curated by LMC's Welch Center and gourmet chocolates by Chef Luis Amado. The screening will be followed by a discussion of the film. 21 and older.
Registration: https://FilmNoirSept.eventbrite.com
CDL-A Trucking
Multiple sessions starting Sept. 15, Sept. 29, Oct. 13, Oct. 27, Nov. 10, Nov. 24
$4,900 | LMC South Haven Campus
Three-week training program with classroom/at-home study and two weeks of behind-the-wheel training in LMC's semis. Prepares students for Commercial Learner Permit and hands-on driving skills.
Registration: Call 269-927-8967
English as a Second Language
Sept. 15 – Nov. 25
$200 | LMC Benton Harbor Campus
Choose from Basic, Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced ESL classes providing American English language and culture instruction to prepare for college or employment.
Registration: https://www.LakeMichiganCollege.edu/esl-ce
Financial Literacy Workshop #1: Being Intentional with Your Money
Wednesday, Sept. 17, 5-6:30 p.m.
$20 | Todd Center, LMC Benton Harbor Campus
Learn about the main components and steps to building a budget and how it can help you on your way to financial security.
Registration: https://FinancialLiteracyworkshop1.eventbrite.com
Weight Loss Foundations: Burn Fat in the Simplest Way Possible
Friday, Sept. 19, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
$20 | Hanson Tech Center, LMC Benton Harbor Campus
Interactive session breaking down fat loss into easy-to-understand steps for real life. Includes grocery guide and food swaps sheet for sustainable weight loss without yo-yo dieting.
Registration: https://WeightlossLMC.eventbrite.com
Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
Sept. 23 – Nov. 7 (Benton Harbor) and Oct. 7 – Nov. 21 (Allegan)
$850 | LMC Benton Harbor Campus and Allegan Tech Center
98-hour state-approved program qualifying students for Michigan CNA Exam. Maximum 8 students per class with mandatory daily attendance.
Registration: Call 269-927-8768
Conversational French
Sept. 29 – Nov. 10, Mondays, 5:30 – 7 p.m.
$75 | Hanson Tech Center, LMC Benton Harbor Campus
In-person conversational French course for all levels with immersive language and culture activities guided by experienced instructors.
Registration: https://FrenchSept.eventbrite.com
Marine Maintenance Technician
Sept. 29 – Nov. 14, days and times vary
$5,500 | Virtual and LMC South Haven Campus
Seven-week program combining online coursework with hands-on training to become an inboard and outboard engine technician. Includes OSHA 10, First Aid, and CPR/AED certifications.
Registration: Call 269-637-7514
Professional & Soft Skills Bootcamp
Monday, Sept. 29 or Monday, Nov. 17, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
$185 Chamber members, $225 non-members | Todd Center, LMC Benton Harbor Campus
One-day certification program focusing on communication, time management, and interpersonal skills for career advancement. Includes lunch and Certificate of Completion.
Registration Sept. date: https://LMCprofessionalismSEPT.eventbrite.com
Registration Nov. date: https://LMCprofessionalismNOV.eventbrite.com
Energy in Motion: Qigong & Taiji
Oct. 1 – Nov. 19, Wednesdays, 4 – 5:30 p.m.
$120 | LMC Benton Harbor Campus
Journey into Chinese healing and martial arts traditions with gentle Qigong practice and flowing Taiji movements for health, balance, and inner strength.
Registration: https://taichiLMC.eventbrite.com
Practical Project Management: A Crash Course
Monday, Oct. 6, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
$185 Chamber members, $225 non-members | Todd Center, LMC Benton Harbor Campus
Fast-paced intensive course exploring practical project management strategies using PMBOK® framework. Includes essential templates and take-home tools.
Registration: https://practicalprojectmanagement.eventbrite.com
Financial Literacy Workshop #2: Auto Financing and Homeownership
Wednesday, Oct. 15, 5 – 6:30 p.m.
$20 | Todd Center, LMC Benton Harbor Campus
Learn about car buying processes, loan and lease options, mortgage qualification, and costs associated with purchasing and owning a home.
Registration: https://FinancialLiteracyworkshop2.eventbrite.com
How To Build an Online Brand as a Complete Beginner
Friday, Oct. 17, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
$20 | Hanson Tech Center, LMC Benton Harbor Campus
90-minute practical roadmap to monetize skills or passion online, covering niche finding, content creation, free tools, and earning strategies for small audiences.
Registration: https://OnlineBrandLMC.eventbrite.com
Sales Mastery Bootcamp: Maximize Your Sales Potential
Monday, Oct. 20, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
$275 Chamber members, $325 non-members | Todd Center, LMC Benton Harbor Campus
Intensive hands-on bootcamp led by sales strategist Brent Curtis covering relationship building, customer relationships, objection handling, and strategic sales tactics.
Registration: https://salesbootcamp2025.eventbrite.com
Basic Life Support Provider CPR Training
Multiple sessions held on Oct. 25, Nov. 8, Dec. 3
$60 | LMC Benton Harbor Campus
A four-hour CPR course for health care professionals with an American Heart Certification issued upon completion.
Financial Literacy Workshop #3: Save Time and Fees with Your Finances
Wednesday, Nov. 19, 5 – 6:30 p.m.
$20 | Todd Center, LMC Benton Harbor Campus
Learn to automate financial accounts for paycheck deposits, bill payments, fund transfers, and investment management to save time and money while protecting credit.
Registration: https://FinancialLiteracyworkshop3.eventbrite.com
Simple Personal Finances: Budgeting Without the Burnout
Friday, Nov. 21, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
$20 | Hanson Tech Center, LMC Benton Harbor Campus
Interactive 90-minute workshop covering strategic budget development, investment fundamentals, financial prioritization, and risk prevention with personalized planning exercises.
Registration: https://PersonalFinanceLMC.eventbrite.com
LMC WINE & VITICULTURE EXTENDED EDUCATION OFFERINGS
LMC’s Wine & Viticulture program offers an exceptional collection of wine education courses this fall, led by certified sommeliers and wine educators. From foundational wine knowledge to in-depth explorations of specific regions and varietals, these classes provide both novice and experienced wine enthusiasts the opportunity to deepen their understanding and refine their palates.
All courses are for attendees 21 and older. They are held at the state-of-the-art Welch Center facility and include guided tastings with premium wines, making them perfect for personal enrichment or professional development in the hospitality industry.
LMC Wine & Viticulture Extended Education classes are for personal enrichment only and is not eligible for college credit. Those interested in learning more about LMC’s Wine and Viticulture Technology certificate and degree program can contact Program Director Tim Godfrey at tgodfrey@lakemichigancollege.edu.
Wines of the World: Burgundy & Beyond
Sept. 2, 9, 16, 23, Tuesdays, 5:30 – 7 p.m.
$100 | Welch Center for Wine and Viticulture Technology, LMC Benton Harbor Campus
Four-week series exploring French wine foundations with guided tastings of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, comparing benchmark French wines with New World expressions including Southwest Michigan selections.
Registration: https://BeyondBurgundy.eventbrite.com
Wine 101 with Certified Sommelier Jason Forbes
Friday, Sept. 12, 6 – 7:30 p.m.
$30 | Welch Center for Wine and Viticulture Technology, LMC Benton Harbor Campus
Hands-on introduction to wine fundamentals with guided tastings of specially altered wines to highlight structural elements like acidity, tannin, and oak. Led by certified sommelier Jason Forbes who has 16+ years of experience as a wine director.
Registration: https://wine101.eventbrite.com
Wines of the World: Bordeaux & the Loire
Sept. 30, Oct. 7, 14, 28, Tuesdays, 5:30 – 7 p.m.
$100 | Welch Center for Wine and Viticulture Technology, LMC Benton Harbor Campus
Four-week tasting series focused on France's iconic wine regions, exploring Bordelais whites and reds, Loire Valley wines, and Cabernet Franc expressions with expert-guided comparisons.
Registration: https://BordeauxWine.eventbrite.com
Uncorking History: The Evolution of Southwest Michigan Wine
Friday, Oct. 10, 6 – 7:30 p.m.
$35 | Welch Center for Wine and Viticulture Technology, LMC Benton Harbor Campus Explore the Lake Michigan Shore AVA's winemaking legacy with certified wine educator Steve Salisbury through firsthand stories and guided tasting of five Michigan wines reflecting historical milestones.
Registration: https://UncorkingHistory.eventbrite.com
Wines of the World: France Off the Beaten Path
Nov. 4, 11, 18, Dec. 2, Tuesdays, 5:30 – 7 p.m.
$100 | Welch Center for Wine and Viticulture Technology, LMC Benton Harbor Campus
Four-week series discovering hidden gems of French wine from Rhône Valley, Alsace, Beaujolais, and South of France with guided tastings and New World comparisons.
Registration: https://WineOffTheBeatenPath.eventbrite.com
Discover Nebbiolo with Certified Sommelier Jason Forbes
Friday, Nov. 7, 6 – 7:30 p.m.
$45 | Welch Center for Wine and Viticulture Technology, LMC Benton Harbor Campus
Deep-dive exploration of Italy's "king of wines" with guided tastings from Barolo and Barbaresco to international expressions, covering history, viticulture, and quality identification.
Registration: https://DiscoverNebbiolo.eventbrite.com
Sparkling Wines of the World
Monday, Dec. 9, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
$25 | Welch Center for Wine and Viticulture Technology, LMC Benton Harbor Campus
Journey through four sparkling wines exploring production methods and regional styles from Champagne to Cava, Prosecco and beyond, with expert guidance on tasting techniques.
Registration: https://SparklingWinesDecember.eventbrite.com
