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Continuing Education

CDL Hazardous Materials 47458410

  • 0.10 credits
  • Commercial Driving
  • $159.00
  • Designed for learners seeking the Hazardous Materials (H) endorsement on their Commercial Driver License (CDL) as defined in § 383.93(c)(4). Successful completion of this course satisfies the Entry Level Driver Training requirements for eligibility to take the knowledge test for the H endorsement at the Department of Motor Vehicles. This course is designed specifically for drivers to safely transport hazardous materials. It helps satisfy the function-specific training requirements (49 CFR 172.702(a)(2)) and modal-specific training requirements for transport by highway (49 CFR Part 177).

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #PD001 Spring
    Open
    01/01/2026 –
    05/15/2026
    05/08/2026 Online Online
    Jan 1 – May 15
    -
    Online
    Douglas Behnke
    $159.00
    Post Secondary

    Class B CDL 1 10458106

  • 3.00 credits
  • Commercial Driving
  • $877.25
  • Emphasizes the development of safe driving techniques, inspections, and advanced backing skills. Combined with Class B CDL 2, the content of this course meets or exceeds the minimum federal training requirements for Entry Level Driver Training. Extensive hands-on training will be implemented throughout the course in operating Class B straight trucks, giving the learner the skills needed to test for a Class B Commercial Driver’s License.

    3 Course Sections
    3 Course Sections
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #10 Summer
    Open
    06/01/2026 –
    07/31/2026
    06/09/2026 In-Person Open Labs CDL/Transportation Building
    Jun 1 – Jul 31
    -
    CDL105 - CDL Bay - CDL/Transportation Building
    Howard Pulkowski
    $877.25
    #10 Fall
    Open
    08/03/2026 –
    08/21/2026
    08/04/2026 In-Person Open Labs CDL/Transportation Building
    Aug 3 – Aug 21
    -
    CDL101 - Classroom - CDL/Transportation Building
    Howard Pulkowski
    $877.25
    #11 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Open Labs CDL/Transportation Building
    Aug 24 – Dec 16
    -
    CDL101 - Classroom - CDL/Transportation Building
    Howard Pulkowski
    $877.25
    Post Secondary

    Class B CDL 2 10458107

  • 2.00 credits
  • Commercial Driving
  • $355.40
  • Prepares the learner for the Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Exam using classroom and online resources to develop knowledge of non-driving aspects of operating Class B vehicles. Some of this content includes regulations, hours-of-service rules, driver wellness/fatigue, and medical requirements. In combination with the Class B CDL 1, the content of this course meets or exceeds the minimum federal training requirements for Entry Level Driver Training of a Class B commercial vehicle.

    3 Course Sections
    3 Course Sections
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #10 Summer
    Open
    06/01/2026 –
    07/31/2026
    06/09/2026 In-Person Open Labs CDL/Transportation Building
    Jun 1 – Jul 31
    -
    CDL105 - CDL Bay - CDL/Transportation Building
    Howard Pulkowski
    $355.40
    #10 Fall
    Open
    08/03/2026 –
    08/21/2026
    08/04/2026 In-Person Open Labs CDL/Transportation Building
    Aug 3 – Aug 21
    -
    CDL101 - Classroom - CDL/Transportation Building
    Howard Pulkowski
    $355.40
    #11 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Open Labs CDL/Transportation Building
    Aug 24 – Dec 16
    -
    CDL101 - Classroom - CDL/Transportation Building
    Howard Pulkowski
    $355.40
    Continuing Education

    Crucial Conversations 47196908

  • 0.30 credits
  • Supervision & Leadership Dev
  • $549.00
  • Crucial Conversations® for Mastering Dialogue teaches nine powerful skill sets grounded in decades of social science research. Learn how to strengthen relationships, keep your cool, and create a safe environment in crucial moments. This course helps learners develop these vital skills through instruction, application, practice, group discussion, and self-reflection—not just theory—for lasting improvement.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #PD001 Fall
    Open
    09/18/2026 –
    09/25/2026
    09/04/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Sep 18 – Sep 25
    Friday
    08:00 AM - 01:30 PM
    A165 - WTPD Innovation Classroom A - A Building
    Samuel Buemi
    $549.00
    Post Secondary

    Essential Skills For The Business Professional 10196164

  • 3.00 credits
  • Supervision & Leadership Dev
  • $530.10
  • Explores skills that are essential for business professionals to succeed in a variety of organizational environments. Learners develop skills related to time management, goal setting, delegation, stress management, assertive communication, emotional intelligence, and training and development.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01VC Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/14/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 14
    -
    Online
    John Burgess
    $530.10
    Continuing Education

    Executive Strategic Thinking and Vision 47196919

  • 0.20 credits
  • Supervision & Leadership Dev
  • $399.99
  • This module combines two essential leadership skills: thinking strategically and communicating with clarity. Students will learn to distinguish strategy from tactics and planning, apply a framework for strategic thinking, and effectively articulate a compelling vision. Topics include defining long-term goals, engaging stakeholders, fostering dialogue, and communicating confidently, even in crisis situations.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #PD001 Fall
    Open
    12/08/2026
    11/24/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Dec 8
    Tuesday
    08:00 AM - 04:30 PM
    A165 - WTPD Innovation Classroom A - A Building
    Richard Poirier
    $399.99
    Post Secondary

    Lean Organizations 10196114

  • 3.00 credits
  • Supervision & Leadership Dev
  • $530.10
  • In Lean Organizations, learners apply the skills and tools necessary to enhance company performance and profitability by identifying and eliminating waste throughout all business processes. Lean is a work smarter, not harder, approach that allows an organization to produce more while utilizing fewer resources. Many traditional approaches to business processes require excessive inventory, repetitive tasks, wasted materials, scrap and rework and misappropriated human and other resources. Each learner will: identify and practice Lean Solutions by completing learning plans that cover Lean Operations, Value-stream Mapping, 8 Wastes, 5S Workplace Organization, Set-up Reduction, Cellular Flow Design, Lean Culture Development, Value Chain Management, Kanban Systems and Total Productive Maintenance.

    2 Course Sections
    2 Course Sections
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01VC Summer
    Open
    06/01/2026 –
    07/29/2026
    06/09/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Jun 1 – Jul 29
    -
    Online
    John Burgess
    $530.10
    #01VC Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/14/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 14
    -
    Online
    John Burgess
    $530.10
    Post Secondary

    Management Principles 10196191

  • 3.00 credits
  • Supervision & Leadership Dev
  • $530.10
  • Gain knowledge and develop the expertise necessary to apply the tools needed to perform essential supervisory and managerial functions. Learners will develop the ability to provide timely and constructive feedback, evaluate and improve performance, conduct performance appraisals, conduct employee mentoring, provide workforce training and coaching, communicate effectively and create a motivating environment. Each learner will: demonstrate the application of important management and supervisory roles including planning, organizing, staffing, leading, controlling, analysis, delegation, problem-solving, decision-making, team development, leadership, motivation, training and staff development.

    5 Course Sections
    5 Course Sections
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01VC Summer
    Open
    06/01/2026 –
    07/29/2026
    06/09/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Jun 1 – Jul 29
    -
    Online
    Kurt Swanson
    $530.10
    #02VC Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/14/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 14
    -
    Online
    Kurt Swanson
    $530.10
    #03VC Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/14/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 14
    -
    Online
    John Burgess
    $530.10
    #04VC Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/14/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 14
    -
    Online
    John Burgess
    $530.10
    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/26/2026 –
    10/14/2026
    08/29/2026 Hybrid Zoom Available Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 26 – Oct 14
    Wednesday
    05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
    A239 - Classroom - A Building
    Kurt Swanson
    $530.10
    Post Secondary

    Managing Human Resources 10196193

  • 3.00 credits
  • Supervision & Leadership Dev
  • $530.10
  • Learners apply the skills and tools necessary to identify, acquire and effectively direct employee abilities to meet workforce and organizational challenges and goals. Each learner will: demonstrate the relevance of the supervisor's role in human resources management, explore the impacts of EEOC, write job descriptions, develop recruitment and selection strategies, conduct job interviews, carry out staff on-boarding and orientations, develop workplace policies and procedures, develop and implement training and development programs, execute performance appraisal and management, provide coaching and effectively utilize compensation and benefit strategies.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01VC Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/14/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 14
    -
    Online
    John Burgess
    $530.10
    Post Secondary

    Managing Safety & Risk In Business 10196136

  • 3.00 credits
  • Supervision & Leadership Dev
  • $589.43
  • In Managing Safety & Risk in Business, learners apply the skills and tools necessary to provide a safe and secure work environment. Each learner will: demonstrate the application of safety awareness, understand federal, state and local compliance, conduct incident investigation and documentation, practice effective human relations techniques, conduct safety orientations, inspections and risk analysis, guard against issues of workplace violence, identify and assist employees with substance abuse issues, identify and correct workplace health hazards, practice first aid, CPR, fire and electrical safety, practice emergency preparedness procedures, act as a liaison with external agencies and design safe facilities.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01VC Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/14/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 14
    -
    Online
    Kurt Swanson
    $589.43
    Post Secondary

    Manual Transmission 10458109

  • 1.00 credits
  • Commercial Driving
  • $246.70
  • Prepares students for the CDL road test by teaching safe and efficient operation of manual transmission commercial trucks using proper shifting techniques, including double-clutching and progressive shifting. It supports CDL candidates and CDL holders removing a manual transmission restriction in improving vehicle control, fuel-efficient driving habits, and confidence in real-world road and yard maneuvers.

    4 Course Sections
    4 Course Sections
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #10 Summer
    Open
    06/01/2026 –
    07/31/2026
    06/09/2026 In-Person Open Labs CDL/Transportation Building
    Jun 1 – Jul 31
    -
    CDL105 - CDL Bay - CDL/Transportation Building
    Howard Pulkowski
    $246.70
    #10 Fall
    Open
    08/03/2026 –
    08/21/2026
    08/04/2026 In-Person Open Labs CDL/Transportation Building
    Aug 3 – Aug 21
    -
    CDL101 - Classroom - CDL/Transportation Building
    Howard Pulkowski
    $246.70
    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/14/2026 –
    08/21/2026
    08/04/2026 In-Person CDL/Transportation Building
    Aug 14 – Aug 21
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
    07:30 AM - 04:30 PM
    CDL101 - Classroom - CDL/Transportation Building
    Howard Pulkowski
    $246.70
    #11 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Open Labs CDL/Transportation Building
    Aug 24 – Dec 16
    -
    CDL101 - Classroom - CDL/Transportation Building
    Howard Pulkowski
    $246.70
    Post Secondary

    Project Management 10196188

  • 3.00 credits
  • Supervision & Leadership Dev
  • $530.10
  • In Project Management, learners apply the skills and tools necessary to design, implement and evaluate formal projects. Each learner will: understand the importance and value of managing projects, assume the role of a project manager, develop a project proposal, use relevant project management software, work with project teams, establish the proper sequence of tasks, chart progress, respond to variation and changes, develop a budget, direct resources and manage a project through its life cycle.

    3 Course Sections
    3 Course Sections
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01VC Summer
    Open
    06/01/2026 –
    07/29/2026
    06/09/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Jun 1 – Jul 29
    -
    Online
    Kurt Swanson
    $530.10
    #01VC Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/14/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 14
    -
    Online
    Kurt Swanson
    $530.10
    #02VC Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/14/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 14
    -
    Online
    Kurt Swanson
    $530.10
    Post Secondary

    Talent Development 10196199

  • 3.00 credits
  • Supervision & Leadership Dev
  • $602.22
  • Apply the tools and skills necessary to implement the training cycle of assessment needed to develop human resources in organizations. In Training and Talent Development, learners will analyze organizational training needs, examine training task, develop training objectives, organize training content, determine appropriate training methods, select training recourses, complete a training plan, deliver training and assess the training process

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01VC Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/14/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 14
    -
    Online
    John Burgess
    $602.22
    Post Secondary

    Team Building And Problem Solving 10196189

  • 3.00 credits
  • Supervision & Leadership Dev
  • $530.10
  • Apply the skills and tools necessary to facilitate team development and effectiveness, solve complex problems, pinpoint the root cause of conflict, and resolve issues between team members. Each learner will demonstrate the application of the benefits and challenges of teamwork, perform the necessary roles in a team, facilitate the stages of team development, conduct conflict resolution, evaluate potential causes of a problem, develop multiple approaches to problem solving and decision making, exhibit the ability to build consensus and commitment, utilize a systematic approach to defining and solving problems and implement various methods for evaluating results based on established criteria and metrics.

    2 Course Sections
    2 Course Sections
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01VC Summer
    Open
    06/01/2026 –
    07/29/2026
    06/09/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Jun 1 – Jul 29
    -
    Online
    John Burgess
    $530.10
    #01VC Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/14/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 14
    -
    Online
    John Burgess
    $530.10
    Post Secondary

    Truck Driving 1 10458201

  • 3.00 credits
  • Commercial Driving
  • $740.10
  • Introduces learners to the laws, regulations and various certification levels of a Commercial Driver License (CDL). Introduces learners to the basic operation of a Class A Commercial Motor Vehicle.

    2 Course Sections
    2 Course Sections
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #10 Summer
    Open
    06/01/2026 –
    07/31/2026
    06/09/2026 In-Person Open Labs CDL/Transportation Building
    Jun 1 – Jul 31
    -
    CDL105 - CDL Bay - CDL/Transportation Building
    Billy Leggett
    $740.10
    #01 Summer
    Open
    06/22/2026 –
    07/14/2026
    06/09/2026 In-Person CDL/Transportation Building
    Jun 22 – Jul 14
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
    07:30 AM - 04:30 PM
    CDL101 - Classroom - CDL/Transportation Building
    Howard Pulkowski
    $740.10
    Post Secondary

    Truck Driving 2 10458202

  • 3.00 credits
  • Commercial Driving
  • $740.10
  • Prepares learners in the operation of commercial motor vehicles. Extensive hands-on training will be implemented throughout the course on tractor-trailers, giving the learner the skills needed to test for a Class A Commercial Driver License. Limited lecture will be used to inform students of industry regulations, driver safety, inspections and communication.

    2 Course Sections
    2 Course Sections
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #10 Summer
    Open
    06/01/2026 –
    07/31/2026
    06/09/2026 In-Person Open Labs CDL/Transportation Building
    Jun 1 – Jul 31
    -
    CDL105 - CDL Bay - CDL/Transportation Building
    Howard Pulkowski
    $740.10
    #01 Summer
    Open
    07/15/2026 –
    07/30/2026
    06/09/2026 In-Person CDL/Transportation Building
    Jul 15 – Jul 30
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
    07:30 AM - 04:30 PM
    CDL101 - Classroom - CDL/Transportation Building
    Howard Pulkowski
    $740.10
    Post Secondary

    Truck Driving 3 10458203

  • 2.00 credits
  • Commercial Driving
  • $493.40
  • Builds on skills learned in Truck Driving 1 and 2, as students hone skills and practice to test for a Class A Commercial Driver License. This course will focus on advanced driving operations, backing skills, and non-driving aspects of the transportation industry.

    4 Course Sections
    4 Course Sections
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #10 Summer
    Open
    06/01/2026 –
    07/31/2026
    06/09/2026 In-Person Open Labs CDL/Transportation Building
    Jun 1 – Jul 31
    -
    CDL105 - CDL Bay - CDL/Transportation Building
    Howard Pulkowski
    $493.40
    #10 Fall
    Open
    08/03/2026 –
    08/21/2026
    08/04/2026 In-Person Open Labs CDL/Transportation Building
    Aug 3 – Aug 21
    -
    CDL101 - Classroom - CDL/Transportation Building
    Howard Pulkowski
    $493.40
    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/05/2026 –
    08/13/2026
    08/04/2026 In-Person CDL/Transportation Building
    Aug 5 – Aug 13
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
    07:30 AM - 04:30 PM
    CDL101 - Classroom - CDL/Transportation Building
    Howard Pulkowski
    $493.40
    #11 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    08/29/2026 In-Person Open Labs CDL/Transportation Building
    Aug 24 – Dec 16
    -
    CDL101 - Classroom - CDL/Transportation Building
    Howard Pulkowski
    $493.40

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