Lake Michigan College is offering a variety of extended education courses throughout the first half of 2026.
LMC says its Extended Education program is designed to give community members flexible, short-term learning options that support career advancement, workforce readiness, and personal growth.
The spring 2026 lineup includes professional certifications, job training, and skill-building workshops alongside wellness, financial literacy, language, and creative courses. College leaders say the goal is to help learners quickly gain practical skills, explore new interests, or advance in their current careers without committing to a full degree program.
The classes are open to the public and offered in a variety of formats, including evenings, one-day intensives, hybrid, and online options to accommodate working adults and lifelong learners across Southwest Michigan.
Anyone interested can register online. Learn more below.
The following extended education classes will be held at LMC in the coming months:
CDL-A Trucking
Multiple sessions starting Feb. 9 & 23, March 9 & 23, April 13 & 27
$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
Weight Loss Foundations: Burn Fat in the Simplest Way Possible
Saturday, Jan. 17, 10–11:30 a.m.
$20 | Todd 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://WeightlossLMC1.eventbrite.com
Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
Jan. 27–March 13 (Allegan Tech Center)
March 31–May 15 (South Haven Campus)
April 28–June 12 (Allegan Tech Center)
$850 | LMC South Haven 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
Feb. 2–March 23, 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://FrenchFeb2026.eventbrite.com
Marine Maintenance Technician
Feb. 2–March 18, 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
English as a Second Language
Feb. 2–April 21
$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
Energy in Motion: Qigong & Taiji
Feb. 4–April 1, Wednesdays, 5:30–7 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://taichifebLMC.eventbrite.com
Financial Literacy Workshop #4 – Taxes 101: Intro to Taxes
Wednesday, Feb. 11, 5–6:30 p.m.
$20 | Todd Center, LMC Benton Harbor Campus
Learn about tax types, basic terminology, common issues, where tax dollars go, and why working with a trusted tax professional matters.
Registration: https://FinancialLiteracyworkshop4.eventbrite.com
Practical Project Management: Team and Communication Management – Leading with Clarity
Monday, Feb. 16, 9 a.m.–12 p.m. or Monday, May 4, 1–4 p.m.
$90 Chamber members, $110 non-members | LMC Benton Harbor Campus
Half-day workshop on building collaborative teams and effective communication strategies. Gain hands-on experience with communication plans and team charters, plus essential templates.
Registration Feb. date: https://ppmteamcommunication.eventbrite.com
Registration May date: https://ppmteamcommmay.eventbrite.com
How To Build an Online Brand as a Complete Beginner
Saturday, Feb. 21 10–11:30 a.m.
$20 | Todd 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://OnlineBrandLMC1.eventbrite.com
Professional & Soft Skills Bootcamp
Monday, Feb. 23, or Monday, April 20, 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://LMCprofessionalismFEB2026.eventbrite.com
Registration Nov. date: https://LMCprofessionalismAPRIL2026.eventbrite.com
Sales Mastery Bootcamp: Maximize Your Sales Potential
Monday, March 2, 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://salesbootcamp2026.eventbrite.com
AI Mastery Bootcamp
Monday, March 16, 9 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
$185 Chamber members, $225 non-members | Todd Center, LMC Benton Harbor Campus Interactive bootcamp on using AI strategically to compress time, maintain authentic voice, and replace busywork with breakthroughs. Leave with customized prompt frameworks and your own AI playbook.
Registration: https://AiMasteryMarch2026.eventbrite.com
Financial Literacy Workshop #5 – Your Credit Report
Wednesday, March 18, 5–6:30 p.m.
$20 | Todd Center, LMC Benton Harbor Campus
Understand credit history and scoring systems, learn tips for maintaining good credit, and develop a personal plan to stay on top of your credit profile.
Registration: https://FinancialLiteracyworkshop5.eventbrite.com
Basic Life Support Provider CPR Training
Multiple sessions held March 21, April 8 & 18, July 15 & 29, Aug. 6, 15, & 27
$60 | LMC Benton Harbor Campus
A four-hour CPR course for health care professionals with an American Heart Certification issued upon completion.
Simple Personal Finances: Budgeting Without the Burnout
Saturday, March 21, 10–11:30 a.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://BudgetWithoutBurnout.eventbrite.com
Practical Project Management: A Crash Course for Project Professionals
Monday, March 23, or Monday, May 11, 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://projectmgmtmarch2026.eventbrite.com
Practical Project Management: Time and Schedule Management – From Plans to Timelines
Monday, March 30, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
$185 Chamber members, $225 non-members | Todd Center, LMC Benton Harbor Campus
One-day workshop on transforming plans into actionable schedules. Gain hands-on experience with Gantt charts, critical path method, and milestone lists, plus ready-to-use templates.
Registration: https://ppmtimeschedule.eventbrite.com
Financial Literacy Workshop #6 – Addressing Problems with Your Credit
Wednesday, April 8, 5–6:30 p.m.
$20 | Todd Center, LMC Benton Harbor Campus
Learn strategies for reviewing credit reports, addressing errors, and taking action steps to repair credit history and improve credit scores.
Registration: https://FinancialLiteracyworkshop6.eventbrite.com
AI-Enhanced Business Communications: Clarity, Speed & Impact
Monday, April 13, 9 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
$185 Chamber members, $225 non-members | Todd Center, LMC Benton Harbor Campus
Learn practical AI applications for drafting, editing, and refining business communications. Leave with customized prompts, an AI editing checklist, and workflows for sharper, faster writing.
Registration: https://AiBusinessComm.eventbrite.com
Practical Project Management: Risk and Change Management – Handling the Unexpected
Monday, April 27, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
$185 Chamber members, $225 non-members | Todd Center, LMC Benton Harbor Campus
Workshop on identifying risks early and managing changes smoothly. Gain hands-on experience with risk registers, change request processes, and issue logs, plus practical templates.
Registration: https://ppmriskchange.eventbrite.com
Women in Business: From Self-Judgment to Strategic Influence
Monday, May 11, 9 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
$185 Chamber members, $225 non-members | Todd Center, LMC Benton Harbor Campus
One-day bootcamp helping women communicate value clearly, advocate with credibility, and influence outcomes. Leave with a personalized Influence Action Plan and practical tools. Registration: https://Womenbusinessmay2026.eventbrite.com