Develop your comprehension skills, grammar base and passion for the Spanish language with music. Using a different song each week, this contextually rooted and culturally rich medium will guide you through the practice of speaking Spanish and incorporating it into your everyday life. New materials are added each session, so returning students are always welcome. Recommended preparation: Intermediate to Advanced Spanish language skills.

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February 23, 2026 to March 16, 2026 | 12:00pm-1:00pm PST | Online

This evidence-based course helps caregivers understand the costs of caregiving and the benefits of early planning, It teaches them how to start a conversation about finances, assess financial and legal needs, avoid financial abuse and fraud and find support when needed.

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Monday, April 6, 2026 | 5:00pm-6:30pm PDT | Bend

Buddha taught we all have a naturally conscious and loving presence. However, we get distracted by our reactions to life situations and develop habits of mind that overshadow our original compassionate nature. This class will explore the Buddhist point of view by exploring the principles and practices of the tradition that help us reawaken the original mind.

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January 22, 2026 to February 26, 2026 | 7:00pm-8:30pm PST | Bend

Suppose you know nothing about the outdoors and have no experience with basic wilderness survival skills. You want to learn more, but where do you start? This class takes the beginner from a zero skills base to a basic knowledge of what it takes to survive anywhere. Wilderness survival skills have a direct carryover into other survival scenarios, and we'll show how to apply basic techniques to different situations. There will be a lot of hands-on instruction. At the end of the course, each student will know what materials will create a unique survival kit that can be used anywhere. Final day is a field day to put your new skills to the test!

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January 31, 2026 to March 7, 2026 | 10:00am-12:00pm PST | Bend

The Upper Deschutes Watershed Council in partnership with Community Education at Central Oregon Community College, is coordinating a six-part informational series about the Deschutes watershed. Join us to learn about water use in the watershed, water conservation efforts, geology and hydrology and fish and wildlife in the Deschutes watershed. Four sessions will be lectures and held at the High Desert Museum. Two sessions will be full day field trips to explore topics from the lectures.

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April 23, 2026 to June 12, 2026 | 6:00pm-8:00pm PDT | Bend

Clean up your digital photo collection with professional organizer and photo coach Debbie Bauman. In this interactive course, you will learn how to identify your own personal strategy for managing your photos and techniques to create a beautiful collection of memories that your family will enjoy for generations. This class will empower you to better organize and preserve your precious memories and show you how to safely share your photos.

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April 21-28, 2026 | 5:30pm-7:30pm PDT | Bend

Using a mixture of lecture and hands-on application, your expert instructor will guide you through the importance of using scale and design before building, foundation basics, the components of a typical wall framing system, framing and truss layout and roof system basics. You'll learn how to safely use construction tools and tricks of the trade for basic construction for homeowners. Great for students who want to learn about home/project-based construction. Tools provided. Students will need to provide their own construction-appropriate gloves.                

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March 7-8, 2026 | 8:00am-2:00pm PST | Redmond
May 16-17, 2026 | 8:00am-2:00pm PDT | Redmond

Take the confusion and risk out of DIY electrical projects. Learn safe and code-compliant electrical skills from your expert instructor. In this hands-on workshop, participants will be sizing circuits, troubleshooting, learning to change breakers and sizing wire and wiring basic circuits with lights, outlets, 3-way switches and more!

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April 25-26, 2026 | 9:00am-1:00pm PDT | Redmond

This course surveys children's literature for all ages in genres that may include picture books, myths and folklore, poetry, nonfiction, historical fiction and fantasy, making connections to the historical, cultural, institutional and psychological contexts related to production and reception. Examines how texts represent childhood and reflect assumptions about the social and educational function of children's and young adult literature. This is a non-credit Community Education course, taken with credit students. You will not receive college credit.

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April 2, 2026 to June 11, 2026 | 3:00pm-4:50pm PDT | Madras

This course surveys and compares representative texts from world mythology and folklore. Explores common mythological and folkloric themes and genres. Examines mythology as an interdisciplinary field that incorporates anthropology, sociology, history, literary studies, psychology and religion. This is a non-credit Community Education class taken with credit students. You will not receive college credit.

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March 30, 2026 to June 10, 2026 | 3:00pm-4:50pm PDT | Redmond

This course introduces a comparative study of international feature films and their directors from around the globe, analyzing subject matter, theme, genre, narrative structure, character, film style and technique as expressions of diverse cultural worldviews and distinctive artistic visions. This is a non-credit Community Education class taken with credit students. You will not receive college credit.

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March 30, 2026 to June 10, 2026 | 3:00pm-4:50pm PDT | Bend

Amateur Radio (ham radio) is a popular hobby and service that brings people, electronics, and communication together. Before you can get on air, you need to be licensed and understand the rules to operate legally. This course will help you prepare to pass the Ham Radio Licensed Technician test, and obtain your license, so you can begin your journey into ham radio. The curriculum is primarily guided self-study and is approved by the Amateur Radio Relay League (ARRL) and the FCC. The class will end at 4pm with a 45-minute licensing test.

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Saturday, March 14, 2026 | 8:30am-5:30pm PDT | Bend

This course focuses on skill development for beginning tennis players. Students will learn through various drills and court games. This is a non-credit Community Education course, taken with credit students. You will not receive college credit.

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April 20, 2026 to June 3, 2026 | 1:00pm-3:10pm PDT | Bend

This course is geared toward students with intermediate or advanced tennis skills. Students will work towards improving current tennis skill level and strategy by means of practice as well as feedback from the instructor. This is a non-credit Community Education course, taken with credit students. You will not receive college credit.

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April 20, 2026 to June 3, 2026 | 10:00am-12:10pm PDT | Bend

This advanced-level pickleball course is designed for students who have mastered scoring, fundamental strategies and a variety of shots. The course emphasizes competitive play and focuses on game analysis, strategic decision-making and refining shot selection under different game conditions. Students will enhance their ability to anticipate opponents' moves, improve consistency and execute advanced tactics through drills, match play and structured feedback. By the end of the course, students will develop a deeper understanding of competitive play dynamics, positioning and shot precision, preparing them for higher-level recreational or tournament play. This is a non-credit Community Education course, taken with credit students. You will not receive college credit.

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March 31, 2026 to June 11, 2026 | 3:00pm-4:20pm PDT | Bend

This advanced-level pickleball course is tailored for experienced players who have mastered basic skills and are ready to elevate their game. The focus is on enhancing strategic thinking, shot precision and competitive performance through in-depth analysis and high-level drills. This is a non-credit Community Education course, taken with credit students. You will not receive college credit.

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March 31, 2026 to June 11, 2026 | 8:00am-9:20am PDT | Bend

This course focuses on skill development for beginning disc golf players. Students will learn through various drills and court games. This is a non-credit Community Education course, taken with credit students. You will not receive college credit.

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April 1, 2026 to June 10, 2026 | 8:00am-10:50am PDT | Bend

Learn what you need to know to make the most of your Social Security before it's too late!

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Tuesday, February 24, 2026 | 5:30pm-7:30pm PST | Bend
Tuesday, April 21, 2026 | 5:30pm-7:30pm PDT | Redmond
Tuesday, May 19, 2026 | 5:30pm-7:30pm PDT | Bend

This course provides hands-on instruction in current applications of music technology in a MIDI/audio studio. Use various music production tools in live sound engineering and mixing. This is a non-credit Community Education class, taken with credit students. You will not receive college credit.

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March 30, 2026 to June 10, 2026 | 1:00pm-2:20pm PDT | Bend

This course introduces basic skills, gear and systems necessary for a variety of outdoor pursuits, including alpine mountaineering, challenge course and rock climbing. Provides an introduction to a variety of skills, with the intention of moving into more guide-oriented courses later in their program. Presents technical skills that will serve as a foundation for the advanced training in specific outdoor disciplines. Introduces gear, such as software (ropes, webbing, harnesses) and hardware (carabiners, friction devices); skills, such as knots, belaying, rappelling; and systems such as anchors, raises, lowers. This is a non-credit Community Education course, taken with credit students. You will not receive college credit.

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May 1, 2026 to June 5, 2026 | 10:00am-4:30pm PDT | Bend

This course introduces the various factors that contribute to avalanche hazard including terrain, weather, snowpack and the human component (good vs. bad decision making). Avalanche safety equipment such as transceivers, probes and shovels are also presented, with instruction on how to use each of these critical pieces of safety gear. Field time is spent on: 1) developing rescue skills, including transceiver search techniques (single and multiple burial), probing and shoveling; 2) snowpack assessment; and 3) safe travel practices / group travel skills. Upon successful completion of our courses, students receive a certificate of completion in accordance with the American Avalanche Association. This is a non-credit Community Education course, taken with credit students. You will not receive college credit.

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February 17, 2026 to March 7, 2026 | 6:00pm-9:10pm PST | Bend
April 2-19, 2026 | 6:00pm-9:10pm PDT |

This course is designed to provide the student with the necessary knowledge and skills to care for an injured or suddenly ill person in a remote location. The methods and protocols presented follow the Wilderness Medical Society guidelines for a 16 hour certification and are specific to a wilderness setting. The Wilderness Medical Society defines wilderness as a remote geographical location more than one hour from definitive care. This is a non-credit Community Education class, taken with credit students. You will not receive college credit.

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April 16-19, 2026 | 6:00pm-7:50pm PDT | Bend

Create a personal retirement analysis through rare access to one of the best financial planning programs in the industry, guided by a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®. Clarify your current path and learn critical concepts to maximize your retirement dollars and align your financial goals with your values. Walk away with clarity and understanding of your unique situation, and personal retirement plan. This course is best suited for those considering retirement in the next few years, or already retired.

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April 14-16, 2026 | 6:00pm-8:00pm PDT | Bend

Join professional organizer and photo coach Debbie Bauman in this interactive course focused on sorting and organizing printed photos. This is a great course for those who are overwhelmed with how to start organizing their boxes, bins and bags of printed photos and outdated media.

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March 3-10, 2026 | 5:30pm-7:30pm PST | Bend

Interested in going 'on-air' or learning about what DJ's do? In this hands-on course, learn the fundamentals of radio programming, including running the mixer and mics, planning for music/talk shows and developing your own style. Classes are open to all, but due to severely limited space, participants should have a genuine interest in becoming a radio show host or content producer with KPOV.

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Saturday, May 2, 2026 | 9:00am-11:30am PDT | Bend

The Safe Sitter® for Grandparents program prepares grandparents and any adult babysitter to be safe when they are watching younger children. Taught by Safe Sitter® certified instructors, students will learn the new recommendations for care based on research from doctors and scientists studying the physical and emotional development of infants and children. The course includes first aid practices, choking infant/child rescue and infant/child CPR. All supplies provided. The course teaches CPR but does not certify students in CPR.

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Saturday, February 28, 2026 | 9:00am-12:30pm PST | Redmond

Reiki is a simple, natural and safe method of healing and self-improvement that everyone can learn and use! In this class, learn about the history of Reiki, how to use it to promote healing for yourself and others and practice giving and receiving Reiki. Students will receive a beautiful Reiki Level 1 manual and a personalized Reiki First Degree Certificate of Completion. This class qualifies for 5 Continuing Education hands-on contact hours for Oregon LMTs.

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Saturday, March 28, 2026 | 10:00am-4:00pm PDT | Bend

Bring your lunch and curiosity to the Hub, by Citizens4Community, in downtown Sisters for an engaging midday break where learning meets connection. Join COCC Community Education on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month (March - May) for presentations on topics ranging from area watersheds, to geology of Central Oregon to travel and beyond. Leave these Lunch n' Learn sessions with insights into local, national and international landscapes, and a desire to learn more! Your registration is good for all sessions, March - May. Please bring your own lunch.

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March 11, 2026 to May 27, 2026 | 12:00pm-1:00pm PDT | Sisters

Designed for job seekers, employees, managers, leaders - and anyone eager to harness the power of storytelling - this 3-part course bridges the gap between storyteller and listener. Led by longtime TV broadcaster, public speaker and storyteller Joe Camarlinghi, participants will learn proven communication techniques to:

• Improve interviewing skills and personal impact
• Increase earning potential with stronger speaking and presentation abilities
• Craft compelling narratives that build authentic connections and drive results

80% of job interviews require at least one virtual interview, and most employment requires public speaking throughout the year, whether it's with peers, or public facing. Through practical strategies and real-world examples, Speaking and Presenting for Business Professionals will help you gain the confidence and tools to communicate with clarity, purpose and influence.

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April 13-20, 2026 | 5:30pm-8:00pm PDT | Bend

Join COCC Community Education on the second Tuesday of each month for presentations on topics that will expand your mind, ignite your creativity, and broaden your horizons. This series will highlight COCC faculty and Central Oregon experts, and will explore a variety of interesting topics.

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January 13, 2026 to May 12, 2026 | 2:00pm-4:00pm PST | Bend

The Upper Deschutes Watershed Council is coordinating a Watershed Workshop Series to help community members learn about the Whychus Watershed through presentations and workshops from local conservation leaders and natural resource experts. Topics will include watershed history, native fish, riparian ecology and stream restoration and monitoring. Watershed studies will be complemented with a unique blend of hands-on activities in fly-casting and Gyotaku print making. The series will culminate with an inspiring film event. 

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February 24, 2026 to April 7, 2026 | 5:30pm-7:30pm PST | Sisters

Central Oregon is known as a beer town, but its residents and visitors are also surrounded by a robust culture of wine, including the growing of grapes in the High Desert. This afternoon tour visit with the vineyard manager of Redside Ranch Vineyard in Terrebonne. We will learn about the life cycle of a vineyard, growing grapes in Central Oregon and the wonderful, hard work of the viticultural side of wine.  

The tour includes: 

• An outdoor walking tour at Redside Ranch Vineyard with the vineyard manager, Kerry Damon
• A tasting of Redside Ranch wines in the vineyard
• Light snacks with the tasting
• Van transportation with a COCC-approved driver to and from the Chandler Lab in Bend. 

 

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Wednesday, June 3, 2026 | 1:00pm-5:00pm PDT | Terrebonne