Current Offerings

Certified Nurse Aide

Nurse Aides provide direct personal care to patients in various healthcare settings. Courses will be held in the LISD classroom with clinical instruction at a long-term care facility. Those successfully completing the program will be eligible for State Certification testing. This is an 80-hour course; dates vary. Call for a complete schedule and refund policy.

Students must submit to fingerprinting and provide current two-part Tuberculin skin test results.

Registration deadline: One week prior to the first day of course.
$900 - NO DISCOUNTS
Intructor: Eberly

To Be Determined

Clinical Medical Assistant Program 

This program is intended for students who want to prepare for an exciting, challenging, and rewarding career in healthcare. This program will train students to assist physicians by performing functions related to the clinical responsibilities of a medical office. Instruction includes, among other things, preparing patients for examination and treatment, routine laboratory procedures, diagnostic testing, technical aspects of phlebotomy, and the cardiac life cycle. Students will review important topics including phlebotomy, pharmacology, the proper use and administration of medications, taking and documenting vital signs, cardiology including proper lead placements, a professional workplace behavior, ethics and the legal aspects of healthcare. This program includes 140 hours of classroom lecture, hands-on labs, and a clinical externship opportunity at a local healthcare provider.

NWCA National Certification: This program meets the necessary requirements to take the National Workforce Career Association (NWCA) Clinical Medical Assistant (CMAC) Exam.

NHA National Certification: This program meets the necessary requirements to take the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) national examination.

Course Contact Hours: 140 hours 
Student Tuition: $2,599 (Textbooks included) NO DISCOUNTS
Mon./Wed. 9/9 - 12/16, 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM  (No Class 11/27)
Sat. 9/21 ; 10/5; 10/19; 11/2; 11/16; 12/14, 9:00 AM —4:30 PM

Medical Administrative Assistant Program

This 50-hour course prepares students to function effectively in many of the administrative and clerical positions in the health care industry. Medical Administrative Assistants, Medical Secretaries, and Medical Records Clerks are all positions in great demand. This program covers important background information on the medical assisting profession and interpersonal skills, medical ethics and law, medical terminology, basics of insurance billing and coding, telephone techniques, scheduling appointments, medical records management, and management of practice finances. This program is intended to provide students with a well-rounded introduction to medical administration so that a student can gain the necessary skills required to obtain a medical administrative assistant position in the health care field.

NWCA National Certification: This program meets the necessary requirements to take the National Workforce Career Association (NWCA) Clinical Medical Assistant (MAAC) Exam.

National Certification: This program meets the necessary requirements to take the National Healthcareer Association’s (NHA) - Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) exam.

Student Tuition: $1,399 (Textbooks included) NO DISCOUNTS
Course Contact Hours: 50 hours
Tue./Thur. 10/10 - 12/10, 6:00 PM—9:30 PM 

Online E-Learning Healthcare Courses

Adult Learning Services @ LISD TECH Center announce the availability of our online e-learning healthcare courses from Health Ed Today. These courses are highly interactive and provide students with an enriched learning experience. Each course includes: 24-hour-a-day instructor support & course mentors, engaging labs, student exercises and course videos, all textbooks, workbooks and student materials, a new “Secure Student Website” – including career resources, and other training.

These exciting courses include:

• Clinical Medical Assistant
• Dental Assistant 
• Dialysis Technician
• Electronic Health Record Management
• Medical Billing and Coding
• Medical Coding ICD-10
• Medical Terminology
• Pharmacy Technician
• Phlebotomy Technician
• Veterinary Assistant

Note: all courses include textbooks, workbooks, and student materials. Certain courses include clinical externships and national certifications.

Visit Health Ed Today online to experience a course demo and to learn more about these exciting new programs!

American Sign Language 1

ASL is the third most widely used language in the U.S., using the combination of hand signs, gestures, and facial expressions. Finger-spelling, numbers, basic grammar, vocabulary, and cultural information related to the deaf community will be covered. Children 12 or older are welcome and must enroll with an adult. Textbook is included in registration fee.

$140 (Tuition $85 + Materials $55)
Tues. 9/10 - 11/5, 5:30 - 7:00 PM (No class 10/8)
Instructor: Fish

Basic Computer Technology - New Course!

This four-week computer technology course begins with an introduction to computer hardware and software, explaining key components and their functions, alongside an exploration of various operating systems like Windows, MacOS, and Linux. Students will learn about file management, system settings, and basic security measures including antivirus software and firewalls. The course also covers foundational network concepts, including how the Internet works, IP addresses, DNS, and routing. The final week is devoted to a project where students apply their knowledge to set up a simple network or optimize system settings, culminating in a presentation of their work. Hands-on activities, weekly quizzes, and practical assignments are integrated throughout the course to reinforce the concepts learned.

$95 
Tue./Thur. 9/10-10/3, 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Instructor:  Davis

Master Rain Gardener - New Course!

Protect your home against flooding, plus help your local birds and butterflies with a RAIN garden! We teach you everything we know about rain gardens. That includes lessons learned from more than 500 rain gardens built by homeowners just like you! Learn what works and what doesn’t. Ask questions! Visit a real rain garden! Earn your certification – including a sign – by building your own rain garden, or adopting a public rain garden.

$95 Register here:  River Raisin Watershed Council
Wed.  9/11—10/9,  5:30 PM—7:30 PM
Instructor:  Knafl

To learn more about upcoming motorcycle safety education courses, visit our Motorcycle Safety page.

Crochet for Beginners

This course will look at types of yarn and hooks and how to know what you need, the different ways of starting a crochet piece, the terminology used in crochet, and how to follow a crochet pattern in order to make something.

$50
Thur. 10/3—10/24, 6:00 PM—8:00 PM
No class: 11/2
Instructor: Cottrill

Multiple Stitch Crochet

Enrich your skills by going beyond the basic stitches to prepare for more elaborate designs. In this course, you will be given hands-on instruction and practice a variety of stitches to expand your crochet abilities. Bring one skein of yarn and crochet hook size "H or I" to make a scarf.

$50
Tue11/5-11/26, 6:00 PM—8:00 PM
Instructor: Cottrill

Beginning Knitting

Learn the basics of knitting and discover a relaxing hobby you’ll enjoy for a lifetime! Learn to cast on, knit, purl, and bind off, as well as basic stitches like stockinette, ribbing, and more. You will learn to read a basic knitting pattern and how to finish projects when completed. Supply list provided at registration.

$50 + Estimated Additional Materials Cost $15
Wed. 9/4—9/25, 6:00 PM—8:00 PM
Instructor: Beyer

Intermediate Knitting

Put your basic knitting knowledge to work on projects that will expand your knitting skills. You will learn to follow a pattern while working on a stocking hat, cable cowl, and a shawl. Supply list provided at registration.

$50 + Estimated Additional Material Cost $25-30
Wed. 10/9—10/30 6:00 PM—8:00 PM
Instructor: Beyer

Advanced Knitting

For knitters who have taken Intermediate Knitting or have comparable knitting experience, this course will expand your skills. Select from a variety of projects or bring your own to work on.

$50
Wed. 11/3—12/11, 6:00 PM—8:00 PM (No class 11/27)
Instructor: Beyer

Beginning Floral Design

Whether you want to pursue a career or embellish your home, this course will provide you with a starting point and a great deal of enjoyment. You will learn floral skills with hands-on instruction using floral tools, containers, and a variety of fresh flowers. Take home your personal design each week, along with professional tips, shortcuts, and helpful secrets! This course is held at the LISD Center for a Sustainable Future (CSF), located at 4260 Tipton Highway, Adrian, MI.

$275 (Tuition $175 + Materials $100)
Tue. 9/17- 11/26, 6:00 PM—9:00 PM
Instructor: Terry

Advanced Floral Design

Prerequisite: Two semesters of Beginning Floral Design.

This course provides an opportunity to continue developing your floral design skills using many varieties of plant materials. You will create challenging, intricate, and elaborate designs in this course. This course is held at the LISD Center for a Sustainable Future (CSF), located at 4260 Tipton Highway, Adrian, MI.

$275 (Tuition $175 + Materials $100)
Thur. 9/19 - 11/21, 6:00 PM—9:00 PM
No class: 11/7
Instructor: Terry

Beginning Cake Decorating

Discover how easy cake decorating can be. Learn how to pipe borders, basket weaves, and make pretty flowers from frosting. After the initial class, students will be required to bring a cake (minimum 6 inch round) or cupcakes (24), and one or two batches of frosting to each class. Also, one small package of fondant.

$75 (Tuition $45 + Materials $30) + Estimated Additional Material Cost $10-15 per week.
Mon. 9/16—10/14 6:00 PM—8:00 PM

OR
Mon. 11/4—12/2 6:00 PM—8:00 PM
Instructor: Poslaiko

Treat Decorating for the Family - New Course!

Want to learn to decorate fun treats with your children or grandchildren? Up to two children ages 8 and older with an adult can discover how easy treat decorating can be. Learn how to pipe borders, make pretty flowers, and fun designs with frosting. After the initial class, families will be required to bring 18-24 cupcakes, 18-24 cookies, and one to two batches of frosting to each class. Also, one small package of fondant. The cost of registration covers 1 adult and up to 2 kids, please register under the parent’s name and only 1 registration per family.

$65 (Tuition $35 + Materials $30) + Estimated Additional Materials Cost: $15-$20 per week
Tue. 12/3—12/17, 6:00 PM—8:00 PM

Making an Heirloom Teddy Bear - New Course!

In this course you will make a teddy bear that is fit to be handed down for generations to come. Learn how to needle felt facial features, insert joints, and how not to struggle when sewing fur fabrics. Students will need a sewing machine (not needed for first class). Supply list provided at registration.

$60 (Tuition $40 + Materials $20) + Estimated Additional Material Cost $30 depending on fabric choice.
Wed. 10/9-10/30, 6:00 PM—8:00 PM
Instructor: Carson

Sewing for Beginners- New!

Whether you’re brand new to sewing and want to learn useful and fun skills, or experienced and looking for new inspiration, find your passion for sewing with Roxann. Week one you will make a pair of house socks, week two soup bowl potholders, week 3 and 4 a robe, and week 5 the class will complete a service project for a care facility. Bring your own sewing machine or borrow the instructors if you don’t have one. Hand sewing can be shown but primarily a sewing machine will be used. Supply list for robe provided at registration.

 Week 1:  A pair f house socks

Week 2:  Soup bowl potholders

Week 3 & 4:  A robe

Week 5: The class will 

$51(Tuition $30 + Materials $12) + Estimated Additional supplies $30 depending on fabric cost. $10-15
Wed. 10/2—10/30 5:00 PM—7:00 PM
Instructor: Sweet

How Can You Reach Your Financial Goals and Dreams? Free Course!

Taking control of your financial future can feel overwhelming. And, if you're like many people, it's hard to even know where to start. When you consider that financial education isn't often taught in schools, it's no wonder so many of us enter adulthood knowing very little about the fundamentals of healthy money management.

Let Primerica teach you fundamental concepts that have helped millions of our clients build financial security. Join us for a COMPLIMENTARY financial workshop to learn about:

• Ways to reduce debt
• Retirement savings strategies
• How life insurance really works
• The high cost of waiting to save… and more!

$ FREE

Wed.   6:30 PM—7:30 PM  (Choose from one of the dates below)

9/11; 10/16; 11/13; 12/11

Financial Basics & Investing For Minors

Come join us as we discuss how smart financial planning & strategic investing can pave the way for your child’s dreams!! Involving minors in the investment process can teach them valuable financial skills. Explain the basics of investing, the importance of saving, and how compound interest works. Investing for minors can provide them with a solid financial foundation, help them learn about money management, and ensure they have resources available for future needs.  COMPLIMENTARY financial workshop on minor accounts covering:  Financial basics, UTMA, 529, and minor Roth IRA’s.

$ FREE

Wed.   7:30 PM—8:30 PM  (Choose from one of the dates below)

9/11; 10/16; 11/13; 12/11

Presenters for both courses: Atherton, Crock

If you are unable to make any of these time slots, please reach out directly to Primerica at 734-283-6377 to coordinate an individual session.

Note: In the event there are less than 10 people signed up, the session will be held via Zoom.

Adult Learning Services @ LISD TECH Center continue to partner with the Academy for Manufacturing Careers to increase skills of our local county residents and meet demands of our local workforce.

Adult Learning Services @ LISD TECH Center, in partnership with local employers, works to offer hands-on training in manufacturing trades. Pathways offered include Skilled Trade Apprenticeships, certificates, and customized training.

Offered at the LISD TECH Center, these programs are under the direction of the Academy for Manufacturing Careers (AMC), a nationally-recognized training institute, and provide high-quality technical instruction for in-demand manufacturing occupations. Certified as a provider of Registered Apprenticeship (USDOL-OA), AMC is approved as a licensed Proprietary School by the State of Michigan. 

For information on scheduling a skilled trades course, contact AMC at 517.782.8268.

Sam Beauford Woodworking Institute

The SBWI is located 2300 N. Adrian Highway, Adrian, MI, directly across the street from the LISD TECH Center. The SBWI offers:

• Diploma program
• Weekend classes
• Youth classes
• Veterans program
• Intensive classes

Register for SBWI classes online.

Leadership Lenawee

The Greater Lenawee Chamber of Commerce's Leadership Lenawee program is focused on developing our next generation of business and community leaders! Learn skills for the workplace, leadership development, build relationships, understand our community, and so much more! Learn more about this program and others on the Greater Lenawee Chamber website.

Lenawee Lifelong Learning

Lifelong learning is the “ongoing, voluntary, and self-motivated” pursuit of knowledge for either personal or professional reasons. Therefore, it not only enhances social inclusion, active citizenship, and personal development, but also self-sustainability, competitiveness and employability.

Lenawee Lifelong Learning is a program for adults in Lenawee County. They offer learning opportunities on a variety of topics and are supported by several local organizations, including the LISD. Instructors will be either active or retired individuals who are donating their time. No tests, no grades, just fun and learning. Most courses are being scheduled during daytime hours. Course size will be limited, so please sign up early. A listing of available courses can be found on the Lenawee Lifelong Learning website or by calling Don Taylor at 517.403.4469. New courses will be listed on the website in October!

Adrian District Library

You don't need a card to do these things at the library...

• Access historical resources and newspapers (in-house)
• Attend programs and events
• Receive technology assistance
• Use copy, scanning, and faxing services
• Use notary services
• Volunteer

Everything you need to connect, explore, and learn.
143 E. Maumee St., Adrian, MI
Adrian District Library website
517.265.2265

Michigan Works! Southeast Services

MWSE offers tuition assistance, Adult Education, GED, HS diploma, & English as a Second Language (Jackson, Lenawee, & Hillsdale only), help with how to set aside criminal records (expungement), young adult career mentoring, and other services for those seeking employment. For more information, contact us at 517.266.5627 or visit the MWSE website.

Job Readiness Workshops

We offer many virtual, job ready workshops to any-body that is interested, completely FREE! To register for any of the workshops and receive the zoom meeting information, visit the MWSE events webpage. A few of the workshops available include:

• Resume strategies;
• Intervew to impress;
• Job search strategies; and
• Career decisions.

Eligible veterans receive priority of service at Michgan Works! Southeast.

Chelsea Baxter, Career Advisor
Direct: 517.207.3231 | Main Line : 517.266.5627 TTY : 711
1040 S. Winter Street Suite #1014
Adrian, MI 49221

Hidden Lake Gardens - Michigan State University

• Arboretum and Gardens
• Bonsai Courtyard
• Canopy Walk
• Conservatory
• Dwarf Conifer Collection
• Hiking Trails
• Hosta Hillside
• Picnic Pavilion
• Visitors Center and Gift Shop
• Walk, Hike, Drive, Bike

6214 Monroe Road, Tipton, MI 49287
517.431.2060
Hidden Lake Gardens website

Adrian Center for the Arts

Check out and register for courses on the Adrian Center for the Arts website.
Call 517.759.3005 or email adriancenterforthearts@gmail.com

Courses for beginners through advanced students in:
Clay, Painting and Drawing, Glass, Letterpress, and Printmaking.

All courses will be held on the Adrian Center for the Arts Campus, 1375 N. Main St. (West side of north M-52), on the Plane Wave property across from the LISD TECH Center campus.