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Age in Place, What is it? And how can you do it?
with Mike Mitchell
Age in Place, What is it? And how can you do it?
Aging In Place: "The ability to live independently and comfortably in your own home and community as you get older regerdless of age, income or ability level." Join us for some valuable information regarding how you or a loved one can live out their lives comfortably in their own homes without having to go to a care facility. We will discuss benefits of staying at home and some simple improvements to your home that can help make it happen.
- Introductions
- Definition of Aging in Place
- Aging in Place Vs. Assisted Living
- How much will it cost to Age-in-Place?
- Local Resources
- Home safety Tips For Older Adults”
- Tips to Prevent Falls, Discussion
- Adapting Your Home For Aging In Place
- Discussion
- Free Home Evaluation
Date(s): Session 1 (Morning) - Thursday August 21, 2025
Session 2 (Afternoon) - Thursday August 21, 2025
Session 3 (Morning) - Wednesday October 22, 2025
Session 4 (Afternoon) - Wednesday October 22, 2025
Session 5 (Morning) - Wednesday December 10, 2025
Session 6 (Afternoon) - Wednesday December 10, 2025
Schedule: Various days of the week depending on session chosen
Time: 10:00am-11:30am or 4:00pm-5:30pm
Location: Shasta College Community Leadership Center
Facilitator: Mike Mitchell
Fee: $30
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SFT Ethical Leadership for Instructors
with Brian Hammond
SFT Ethical Leadership for Instructors
Description: This course provides the knowledge and skills needed to identify the value of ethical behavior in instructional settings, describe how ethical norms influence individual ethics, identify a personal ethical perspective and core values and how they impact communication and ethical decision making, and make an ethical decision using an ethical decision-making model, in order to assist in making ethical decisions when faced with an ethical dilemma in an instructional setting and carry out the roles and responsibilities of an SFT instructor in an ethical manner.
Designed For: Individuals who wish to teach State Fire Training courses as a registered instructor and anyone interested in pursuing ethical behavior in an instructional setting.
Authority: Office of the State Fire Marshal
Standard: Attend all class sessions and complete all activities and assignments.
Total Hours: 8
Dates: December 16 & 17
Schedule: Tuesday and Wednesday
Time(s): 6:00PM-10:00PM
Location: Online / Synchronous
Facilitator: Shawn Tukua
Fee: $200 (includes $75 SFT Diploma)
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Sizzle's - International Kitchen
with Charity Abban-Saah
Sizzle's - International Kitchen
Every week we’ll explore a different cuisine from around the world. The vibrant foods of Nigerian and Caribbean cultures will all be part of this amazing cooking class!
Session 1: Jollof Rice & Chicken
Cultural Focus: West African party staple and a symbol of celebration.
Menu:
- Nigerian Jollof Rice
- Oven-roasted/spiced Chicken
- Simple Side Salad
Session 2: Suya & Nigerian Fried Rice
Cultural Focus: Suya as street food and fried rice as a festive dish.
Menu:
- Beef Suya with Yaji spice
- Nigerian Fried Rice
- Spicy Mayo or Suya Sauce
Session 3: Egusi Soup & Fufu
Cultural Focus: Traditional comfort food in many Nigerian homes.
Menu:
- Egusi Soup (melon seed soup with spinach and meat)
- Fufu (pounded yam or cassava)
Session 4: Chef’s Special – Poulet DG
Cameroonian Chicken & Plantain Stew
Tender marinated chicken simmered in a rich tomato and herb sauce, paired with golden fried plantains, bell peppers, carrots, onions, and a hint of West African heat. A bold and colorful dish reserved for Cameroon’s most honored guests – now prepared just for you.
Menu:
- Cameroonian Chicken & Plantain Stew
- Steamed Jasmine rice
- Garlic sautéed greens
Allergens: Contains garlic and nightshades (tomatoes, peppers)
Session 5: TBD
Date(s): Session 1 - August 5, 2025
Session 2 - September 2, 2025
Session 3 - October 14, 2025
Session 4 - November 4, 2025
Session 5 - January 13, 2026
Schedule: 1 - Tuesday
Time: 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Location: Sizzle's Kitchen
Facilitator: Rotating Chefs
Fee: $110
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Notary Public Certification
with Tracy Boyum, Masters Notary Academy
6- Hour CA Notary Public Course and Exam
This course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and professional skills necessary to become a proficient California notary public and prepare for the State’s examination.
In addition, this course will satisfy the California State’s mandatory education requirement of reviewing notary laws and practices for current notary public professionals seeking reappointment. The successful applicant will become a more valuable employee or be able to start his/her own community business.
California State Proctors will administer the Notary Examination at the end of the class.
IMPORTANT: Class starts promptly at 8:00am. Please check in at the door prior to 8:00. Due to the mandated time to be in class, students who arrive after 8:30 will NOT be admitted, no exceptions. No refunds will be granted.
Class Schedule:
- 8:30-3:30 Class
- 8-8:30 Check-in/photos for application
- 10:30-10:40am break
- 12:00pm- 12:40pm lunch
- 2:00pm- 2:10pm break
- 3:30-4:30 Check-in for Exam
- 4:30-5:30 State Exam
PLEASE NOTE: There will be appropriate breaks throughout the day as well as a (no-host) lunch break. Participants may bring a cooler with beverages and food. There are also many places to eat in downtown Redding within walking distance.
Date(s): Session 1 - Friday, August 29, 2025
Session 2 - Friday January 30, 2026
Schedule: 1 - Friday
Time: 8:00am-5:00pm
Location: Shasta College Community Leadership Center
Facilitator: Tracy Boyum, Masters Notary Academy
Fee: $150 (includes materials)
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Incident Safety Awareness for Hired Vendors - INTEREST LIST
with Greg McFadden
Incident Safety Awareness for Hired Vendors
This course provides an awareness of fireline and incident safety to hired vendors who plan to engage in wildland fire suppression and other incident support activities. It includes an overview of hazards and safety issues, entrapment avoidance, incident organization, how to recognize and mitigate risk, maintain safe work practices while working under an agency supervision, fire shelter deployment, and case studies.
Designed For: Hired vendors working with the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) or the United States Forest Service (USFS) on any active incident, including water tender operators, heavy equipment drivers or operators, crew bus drivers, vehicles with a driver, mechanics, fallers, and swampers.
Authority: California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) and United State Forest Service (USFS) agreements
Standard: State Fire Training (SFT) requires every student to attend the entire course, participate in classroom and group discussions, complete and pass all activities, and complete an oral evaluation.
Dates: INTEREST LIST ONLY
Facilitator: Greg McFadden
Fee: $225 (includes $75 SFM Diploma)
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INTEREST LIST - Class A Commercial Driver's License Training (CDL)
INTEREST LIST - Class A Commercial Driver’s License Training (CDL) - $3500
If you are interested and would like more information, please click Register, to add yourself to this interest list. It is free to do so and a friendly Student Success Facilitator will reach out with more information about start times, payment, and other logistics.
This comprehensive training program is delivered through a Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) compliant curriculum that meets the Entry Level Driving Training (ELDT) requirements. Students can expect to receive the instruction and hands-on driving practice needed to obtain a Commercial Class A Driver’s License, emphasizing safe operations, pre-operations inspections, training in backing exercises, and on-road driving skills. This course can fulfill the behind-the-wheel section of Entry Level Driver Training requirements.
Requirements Before Registering:
- Must be 18 years of age
- Successful completion of a required FMCSA approved Entry Level Driving Training (ELDT) theory course such as Shasta College’s CONS 140A – Commercial Driver Learner’s Permit Preparation class- Approx $150
- DOT Physical-Approx $100
- Drug Testing- (Included in fee) Administered by Shasta College’s accredited third-party provider
- Includes pre-test, random, and reasonable suspicion
Class Content Includes:
Led by experienced instructors with industry experience, students will have access to modern trucks, hands-on training, and expert guidance through all training components, including DMV appointment coordination, and test-day preparation. Depending on the learner’s dedication and pace, this class can be completed in as little as two weeks, but no more than four weeks. Students can expect training in the following areas.
- Walk-around inspections
- In-cab brake checks
- A minimum of 15 hours behind the wheel training
- Complete backing and highway components
- Operation of 6-speed manual transmission
- DMV appointment logistics
- Step-by-step guidance through all training components
- Strategies and options to accelerate learning and prepare for the DMV test
- Classes are 2-weeks, or 10 days, long and start approximately every 3 weeks
*The course fee of $3500 excludes additional fees that are required prior to registration. This fee includes the use of a Shasta College truck and instructor for four hours. There is an additional $500 fee for each additional attempt to pass the DMV driving test.
**Shasta College does not guarantee students will pass the DMV driving test after completion of this class. It is the student's responsibility to understand and track their own eligibility and completion of ELDT and DMV requirements.
Current Sessions:
Session 1: Starts August 25th
Session 2: Starts September 15th
Session 3: Starts October 6th
Session 4: Starts October 27th
Session 5: Starts November 17th
Session 6: Starts December 8th
If you are interested and would like more information, please click Register, to add yourself to this interest list. It is free to do so and a friendly Student Success Facilitator will reach out with more information about start times, payment, and other logistics.