Everyone here at CEWT wishes you and your family Happy Holidays!
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Everyone here at CEWT wishes you and your family Happy Holidays!
Did you know that residents of Idaho 50 and older can participate in lifelong learning programs, such as the New Knowledge Adventure (NKA) branches in Treasure Valley and Pocatello and the Friends for Learning (FFL) organization in Idaho Falls?
Did you know that there are currently over two million podcasts? Not only that, but roughly a quarter of Americans listen to at least one podcast a week?
This summer, are you interested in taking up a new hobby? Or learning something new? What about finding your new career path?
In Continuing Education and Workforce Training’s upcoming 2021 Summer semester, we are offering all of the above-- and more!
If you are the owner of a small business, you are probably aware that your deadline for filing taxes is just around the corner. Hopefully you’ve filed by now, but if not, C Corporations have until April 15th if your fiscal year matches the calendar year, and sole proprietorships, partnerships, and single-owner LLCs have until May 17th to file.
Have you ever wondered why one day a year, an oversized rabbit comes around and hides brightly-colored eggs everywhere?
One of CEWT’s most popular articles is almost six years old now, and it still receives thousands of hits this long afterwards!
The article lays out some of the reasons why you should consider getting a gaming laptop for your work-- even if you aren’t a gamer.
Portneuf Medical Center and Portneuf Air Rescue have partnered with Idaho State University’s Continuing Education and Workforce Training (CEWT) to sponsor their 3rd Emergency Medicine Conference.
Participants of 2019’s Construction Combine in Pocatello.
Photo credit: ISU CEWT
POCATELLO -- Idaho State University’s Continuing Education and Workforce Training is partnering up with local contractors and sponsors in this year’s Construction Combine.
You’ve probably heard “teamwork makes the dream work” at some point in a business meeting that took just a little too long. But you probably haven’t heard the whole quote, which packs a much heftier punch!
If you’ve ever had an idea in your head for the next best-selling novel, you may be all too aware of the struggle that comes with writing: well… writing!
Generating ideas, building a world and creating characters are all fun, but when it comes to taking the pieces in your head and putting them into words, it’s easy to find yourself down with a case of writer’s block. Other times you write yourself into a plot corner and struggle to find a way out of it.
Microgreens: you’ve probably heard about them before. Despite what you might think, they are not the same thing as spouts-- though they are similar. But what are microgreens exactly?
Idaho State University’s Continuing Education and Workforce Training interviewed Raederle Clay, Application Administrator for ISU’s Information Technology Services and instructor for an upcoming Growing Microgreens course, to explain more about microgreens and the benefits they provide.
This extended weekend is rife with holidays. Yesterday was Valentine’s day, and now today, the 15th, is President’s Day.
This week, ISU’s Continuing Education and Workforce Training wants to commemorate President’s Day by looking back on the times that the former commander-in-chiefs have visited Idaho.
If you are a business owner, somewhere along the line you’ve had to jump over one of the most important hurdles in having a successful business: maintaining a strong social media presence.
On January 11, ISU’s Continuing Education and Workforce Training partnered up with S&G Electric Motor Repair to provide a hands-on Zoom workshop to CEWT’s 3rd-year electrical apprentices.
Did you know that the art of creating has more benefits than just being a fun hobby? There are several mental health benefits that come from making art.
The repetitive nature of making art has a similar effect on the brain as meditation, drawing the artist into something known as “flow.” First observed by psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, flow is described as the feeling when someone is so completely absorbed by an activity that nothing else seems to matter.
On February 18, ISU’s Continuing Education and Workforce Training is hosting a Zoom cooking class.
This cooking class, held through Zoom, is the second installment of In the Kitchen with CEWT-- CEWT’s latest recurring segment. In the Kitchen with CEWT gives you the opportunity to learn how to make delicious treats and savory dishes with the help of local chefs, bakers, and home cooks.
By looking at the continuous amounts of construction and suburbs appearing to spring out of nowhere, it is easy to tell that Idaho has been in the midst of a population boom.
Happy new year!
With this new year comes an influx of new courses offered by Continuing Education/Workforce Training. From creating your own beautiful stained glass to learning the expansive history of art, we have several classes to pique your interest.
The whole CEWT Team would like to wish you happy holidays!
Last year, we made our own rendition of The Night Before Christmas and out Holiday video, Gary’s Glorious Gifts. Be sure to check those out if you haven’t seen them already, or go and watch them again to reminiscence!
If you didn’t already know, Continuing Education and Workforce Training (CEWT) has just wrapped up season two of its podcast, CEWT Talk-- and what a season it has been! Be sure to check out our season finale, where Scott Rasmussen, dean of the College of Technology, reflects on his career.
With the new year on the horizon, Idaho State University’s Continuing Education and Workforce Training (CEWT) invites you to learn something new, pick up a hobby, or further strengthen some of your current skills.
2020 has been a hard year for everyone. Due to the pandemic, families across the country, even in our own neighborhoods, have been risking homelessness, unemployment, or food insecurity.
Like most things this year, how we celebrate the holidays will look different. But there is one thing that always remains year after year-- giving back to others, paying it forward, and showing that we care.
Earlier this month, ISU’s Continuing Education and Workforce Training (CEWT) has delved into new waters. Meet our brand new cooking show: In the Kitchen with CEWT.
In this recurring segment, In the Kitchen with CEWT will give you the opportunity to learn how to make delicious treats and savory dishes with the help of local chefs, bakers, and home cooks-- even members of the CEWT staff!
Wednesday, Nov. 11, is Veteran’s Day, which honors all veterans who have served in the United States armed forces. Idaho State University’s Continuing Education and Workforce Training (CEWT) would like to thank the brave men and women who have served their country.
To commemorate the holiday, CEWT asked their fellow Veterans-- Gary Salazar, Scott Stephens, and Michael Jones-- what the holiday means for them.
Are you interested in gaining a new skill or learning something new? Continuing Education and Workforce Training is the place for you!
If you need something to do while avoiding the chilly weather this November, check out some of our upcoming courses. Classes will be offered both online using Zoom or in person.
Halloween is this week, which means the spooky season in full swing. And as with most things this year, All Hallows Eve is going to look a little bit different. While conventional trick-or-treating has been shelved this year, there are many Halloween activities you can still enjoy safely.
Halloween is just around the corner, and some are already thinking ahead for what they will dress up as this year. As unfortunate as conventional spooky celebrations being put on hold is, there’s no reason not to enjoy All Hallows Eve by dressing up. No matter where you shop to gather the items for your costume, you are bound to have seen a section labeled as “Steampunk.” Here, you are bound to find monocles, large-brim hats covered in gears and chains, corsets, googles, frills, and brass.
Racial injustice, police brutality, protests, and the tragic deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and several others, have all become topics of both conversation and argument in dining rooms, classrooms, and boardrooms across the country. In and amongst these current and polarizing events and issues, the topic of equality and equity in the United States continues its discourse as light is shed on its importance during recent days.
If you have a loved one experiencing dementia, Idaho State University’s Continuing Education and Workforce Training is offering courses targeted on gaining a greater understanding of the symptoms and behaviors of dementia.
“After taking this course, people will have tools in their toolbox to effectively handle some of the behaviors their loved one displays,” Joanne Trammel, occupational therapist and one of the course’s instructors, said. “They will have resources for immediate help in crisis situations, support groups, etc. They will walk away knowing that having dementia does not have to be a stigma or something to be ashamed of but rather a challenge to overcome and now they have ways to handle the challenge better.”
If you’re anything like me, by this point in the year you’ve stopped paying mind to the day on the calendar and have fully embraced the Groundhog Day lifestyle.
For me, and for many others it seems, this has been a rife opportunity to go through a backlog of things you’ve always meant to enjoy. Maybe during this time you’ve picked up a new hobby, possibly inspired by our article from a few months ago about some fun titles to get you interested in video games. You're not alone. In fact, a third of all Americans have been playing more games.
Did you know there’s a way to make a little extra money by playing video games?
The banjo gets a bad reputation. People dismiss the instrument as a cheaper version of the guitar, meant only for rednecks who live next to the bayou and live off catfish while wrestling ‘gators. However, the banjo is more than just a guitar with some twang.
ISU College of Technology (COT)’s Center for New Directions has recently received grant funds from the State of Idaho to support the education and workforce preparedness of single parent or displaced homemaker/worker COT students.
The Grief Recovery Method course will begin Thursday, Jan. 21 at 6:30 PM and will run until March 11. If interested in registering, or for further information, click here. This class will be taught by Connie Irick; read on to learn more about her experience using the Grief Recovery Method.
Elementary school music teacher Connie Irick values sharing the skills she has learned with others. This was no different after the tragic loss of a friend, where the healing she received inspired her to help others heal.
Saroj Lamicchane in the first episode of his podcast, "givingBack."
Still new to the United States after leaving his home country of Nepal, Saroj Lamicchane began his first year of school at Idaho State University studying Business Informatics. Fast forward four years later and he is walking across the stage to receive a diploma for Multiplatform Journalism, optimistic about the road ahead.
It is no secret that while a large percentage of Americans have faced job insecurity in the last few months, no job field has remained as important as much as the healthcare field has.
If you are someone that is interested in starting a new career in a high-demand, well-paying career helping people, Continuing Education and Workforce Training (CEWT)’s Health Programs provide the stepping stones on the journey to your new job.
As the fall semester nears, schools and universities across the world are still having to learn how to deal with the new realities of life, and Idaho is no exception. Social distancing measures have made educators find ways to adapt familiar learning practices into something different.
Right now is the perfect time to start a new career path. One option you might have been considering is an apprenticeship. But what exactly does an apprenticeship entail?
This article will provide some general information on Continuing Education and Workforce Training (CEWT)’s apprenticeship program and what you will expect in the first-year of your apprenticeship.
Most are still adapting to the “new normal” of reality in the midst of a pandemic. For Idaho State University’s Continuing Education and Workforce Training (CEWT), this has led to offering our summer courses entirely online via Zoom lectures.
As you’ve probably already expected by now, this year’s Fourth of July, as with many other holidays, will look completely different.
Due to concerns over the pandemic, large firework events like Melaleuca’s 28th Annual Freedom Celebration have had to be cancelled. This undoubtedly leaves many people longing for the large-scale celebration they are accustomed to, and having smaller fireworks with friends and family to fill that void.
This year has provided all of us with the opportunity for change. Be that getting more exercise, getting back into an old hobby, or preparing for a career change, planning to better your future is always a good thing. To meet that end, you might want to consider obtaining additional skills or continuing your education in a field that will lead to a rewarding, long-term career.
In July, students through 5th grade up to 12th grade will have the opportunity to attend an online STEM Summer Camp.
Hosted by Idaho State University’s Energy Systems Technology & Education Center (ESTEC), these camps focus on science, technology, engineering, and math (otherwise known as STEM) and help ignite a passion for these subjects through hands-on activities.
Tired of spending your endless amounts of free time watching television or movies? Maybe right now is the perfect time to try your hand at some video games. I have no shame in admitting that I have spent most of my freetime these last couple months gaming.
On May 20, Idaho State University’s Continuing Education and Workforce Training will be conducting its most recent Lunch and Learn event online.
“Lunch and Learn is just what it sounds like,” said Scott Stephens, CEWT’s Business Consultant. “People gather for lunch and learn about a certain topic. The idea is most people take a lunch break and so why not spend it learning something with others.”
It is currently the beginning of May, and that means right now is the time to celebrate our mothers. While previous stay-at-home orders and current plans to slowly re-open select states across the US have made it a bit difficult to celebrate this year, there are still plenty of ways you can show your mom that you care about her.
Image provided by Brenna Hassing.
These last few months have had many Americans remaining at home with more time than anyone knows what to do with. And as spring blooms and the weather warms, people are itching to enjoy some fresh air. If you’ve never gardened before, you may find yourself wanting to plan something in the backyard. Right now may be the perfect opportunity to get into gardening.
Swechya Acharya, an international student from Nepal and a junior in health care administration, enjoying the outdoors from home.
“There aren’t college students walking around the campus area, no athletes going for an early morning run. Just when I thought Pocatello couldn’t be more soundless, after the stay at home order, I think this is the most silent place I have ever lived,” Swechya Acharya, a junior in health care administration at ISU, stated.
Even before Governor Brad Little issued his stay-at-home order on March 25, local businesses were feeling the pressure put on from the recent pandemic crisis. Small businesses are faced with a choice of either shutting their doors or learn to adapt.
Cabin fever is no joke. Whether you’re conscious of it or not, staying cooped up inside can take a serious toll on your mental health. A sudden change in routine can also cause massive stress, and coupled with the uncertainty lingering in the air right now, the feeling of anguish can easily become overwhelming. During these times, focusing your energy into something productive can help curb these feelings of unease.
As the internet evolves, as do the practices of scammers utilizing it to trick you out of your money.
Since 2018, there has been a rise in people receiving phone calls or pop-up ads from imposters pretending to be the IRS or debt collectors, or even technical support trying to fix your computer. They will then ask you to visit a popular grocery store and buy prepaid gift cards as a form of payment.
It is important now more than ever to keep yourself safe, and the best way to prevent spread of infection is by practicing good hygiene. Making sure you have the proper handwashing technique is crucial.
It’s the start of the new decade, which means it’s time for another census.
Starting March 12, people residing within the United States are required by the Constitution to complete a form of questions to determine where Americans live, what they do, and much more.
When driving through any small town in Idaho, the last thing you would expect to see is a palace. However, in Chubbuck, nestled between run-of-the-mill retail stores and residential neighborhoods, a grand castle towers over you. Nearing the entrance, a water fountain adorned with lion’s heads with words invoking the arts (“dedication”, “potential”, “imagination”, etc.) greets the lavish entryway. This community dinner theatre makes you feel like you’ve stepped outside of the mundane and into something magical.
When it comes to the 12-month calendar, February is the odd one out. It is the shortest, for starters, but it is also the only month that can have an extra day tacked onto it every four years. February 29th, the leap day-- arguably the worst day to have a birthday on-- has an interesting backstory behind it, which all revolves around trying to find order with the imperfect aspects of the natural world.
An analog audio setup brings with it nostalgia. Pulling the vinyl out of its sleeve, being careful not to touch the grooves, gently cleaning dust off its surface, setting it on the turntable and placing the needle on its edge, then adjusting the levels until the sound is crisp, deep, and crystal clear-- all of this culminates an experience that is long-lost in an age that prefers convenient over complicated.
At Continuing Education and Workforce Training (CEWT), we appoint instructors with insightful work experience in their respective fields. Having experienced instructors provides current industry practices that inform students more fully. Faces of CEWT highlights some of our finest instructors and staff to give you insight into the ‘sweet’ people who work here.
On Feb. 4, the Shoshone-Bannock Tribes’ Tribal Employment Rights Office (TERO) will be hosting an open house at 89 W. Agency Rd., Fort Hall, ID, to recognize the opening of a new TERO Training Center.
There is a lot that could be said about the 2010’s. Above all else, though, this decade has shown the way technology has become so inter-woven in our society that it is near impossible to separate the two.
Tired of cooking the same thing over and over again? Want to get some variety to your weekly meals? Consider spicing things up a little. Variety is the spice of life, after all, and Indian food takes this philosophy to heart.
'Twas the night before CEWTmas, when all through the office
Not a creature was stirring, not even the bosses;
The stockings were hung by the computers with care,
In hopes that St. Gary soon would be there;
Since the rise of arcades in the 70’s, video games have become an important cornerstone of popular culture. While the modern concept of playing video games probably includes sitting in front of a large TV screen alone in your living room, 40 years ago it was a completely different experience.
November 11-17th is National Apprenticeship Week, and Continuing Education and Workforce Training would like to take the time to appreciate the fantastic apprentices in our program. Thank you, apprentices, for all of your hard work and dedication!
There has been a boom of women working in the construction industries, with the amount of women in the trades being the highest it has been in 20 years (Hegewisch, 2019).
Though progress has been made, there is still a large gap between men and women in the trades. While more women were entering these fields, still fewer than 1 in 20 (or 3.4%) laborers are women (Hegewisch, 2019).
At Continuing Education and Workforce Training (CEWT), we appoint instructors with insightful work experience in their respective fields. Having experienced instructors provides current industry practices that inform students more fully. Faces of CEWT highlights some of our finest instructors and staff to give you insight into the ‘sweet’ people who work here.
Everybody has heard the phrase ‘Find a job you love and you won’t work a day in your life’, but it’s harder to find someone who has found a career they love. For Megan Davis, RN, she has done just that by going into nursing and working as an instructor to teach future nurses.
I have been a vegetarian for seven years now. And no, I don’t miss bacon. Or burgers. Or chicken. In that time, however, I have kept a keen eye on the rise in popularity of meat alternatives.
Feeling stuck in a rut and don’t know how to get out? Consider changing your mindset.
Though the advice is nothing new, how you think about your skillset could be hindering your professional success without you realizing it. Opting for a growth mindset could help you on the path to landing the job of your dreams.
Idaho State University’s Continuing Education and Workforce Training (CEWT) is collaborating with community partners to provide a Mental Health Resource Fair on Saturday, Oct. 12 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. located at 777 Memorial Drive in the R.F.C Building # 48 on the ISU Campus.
No matter who you are— from the seasoned athlete, to someone who shudders at the thought of stepping on a treadmill— anyone can bust a move and have fun doing so. More than its fun factor, though, dancing has some special benefits that you might not have given much thought to.
At Continuing Education and Workforce Training (CEWT), we appoint instructors with insightful work experience in their respective fields. Having experienced instructors provides current industry practices that inform students more fully. Faces of CEWT highlights some of our finest instructors and staff to give you insight into the ‘sweet’ people who work here.
With any successful organization is someone working behind the scenes, ensuring that everything runs smoothly. For CEWT, that comes in the form of Shirley Hockett-Howard.
Ba chóir duit Gaeilge a fhoghlaim! If Google Translate is anything to be trusted, that translates to, “You should learn Irish!”
Just like the country it originates from, the Irish language is fascinating and unique. Here are just a couple of interesting facts about Irish you might not know:
Ask any career professional and they will tell you that the key to getting employed is a good resume.
Along with a good career history, highlighting your best skills can increase your chances of catching the interest of a hiring agent. Having an impressive skill set can be the difference between not hearing back from an employer and being asked to come in for an interview.
So why not consider adding another skill to your resume, such as a foreign language?
For years, Idaho has been in the midst of a mental health crisis. According to a report from the CDC and NCHS, Idaho’s suicide mortality rate has remained within the top 10 highest in the nation for over 4 years, with the state reaching the 5th highest in 2017.
Save the date: Continuing Education/Workforce Training (CEWT)’s 2019 Fall catalog is almost here!
Registration online opens August 5, and be sure to keep a close eye on your mailboxes. Catalogs will start being mailed out August 9.
Dera Offokaja is an undergraduate student at Idaho State University majoring in Music. She is an International Student from Nigeria and was nominated as 2017's Miss Africa Idaho. Learn more about her in this interview!
At Continuing Education and Workforce Training (CEWT), we appoint instructors with insightful work experience in their respective fields. Having experienced instructors provides current industry practices that inform students more fully. Faces of CEWT highlights some of our finest instructors and staff to give you insight into the ‘sweet’ people who work here.
What makes a great instructor? For Marjanna Hulet, it comes from teaching things she is passionate about. She values making personal connections and being someone who can mentor. To that end, she excels.
Last year, Idaho State University’s Continuing Education and Workforce Training (CEWT) partnered with Home Depot to create the Construction Combine— a NFL-inspired, two-day event, where trainees work with local contractors to develop and learn new skills, while potentially finding a new job.
This year, the Construction Combine grew in size and scope. It expanded to other regions of the state to include Coeur D’alene, Lewiston, Twin Falls, Idaho Falls. Even Ontario, Ore. put on a Construction Combine.
Jennifer and Rory Erchul are entrepreneurs in every sense of the word. If they see the potential in an idea for a business, they take initiative and turn that potential into something tangible.
As the owners of several businesses in Pocatello throughout the years, they have adopted a motto into everything they do-- they just get stuff done.
Taylor Powell, RN, BSN always knew that she wanted to go into nursing. She jokes that she was born for the role, that from the womb she knew taking care of others was part of who she was.
Within economics, cryptocurrency has become a hot topic in recent years. But what exactly is cryptocurrency?
To put it simply, cryptocurrency is a form of currency that allows you to store, send, and receive currency without relying on third parties, such as banks or credit card companies. By using blockchain technology, transactions are done while keeping your personal information safe.
To longtime medical laboratory scientist Gregg Park, the three things any good phlebotomist needs to be successful: training, skills, and self-confidence.
He believes self-confidence is vital. “You have to know that you have learned the techniques, you have to be confident in yourself, and then instill a confidence in your patient, too,” he explained.
At Continuing Education and Workforce Training (CEWT), we have instructors with specific work experience in the field. Having experienced instructors provides current industry practices that inform students more fully. Faces of CEWT highlights some of our finest instructors and staff to give you insight into the ‘sweet’ people who work here.
David O’Connell is well-versed in the world of business. When he was a sophomore in college, he was hired at General Electric and continued working for them as he earned his degree. The most important lesson he learned during this period of time was the importance of applying the classroom learning to real world situations.
The face of media is constantly ever-changing. Nowadays, people might not recognize their favorite entertainers by their face, but by their voice alone.
Welcome to podcasts, where people have taken an interest in listening to people talk (again).
When you think about Hawaii, you might be drawn to its scenery. With pristine white beaches, crystal clear waters, and luscious palm trees, how could anyone turn down a slice of paradise?
But Hawaii has more than just its beauty to offer. Their food, for one, will take your tastebuds on their own vacation.
We’ve all been there, when the urge to cook vanishes and nothing sounds better than going somewhere to eat. But the cost of comfort comes with a downside: having to leave the house.
Thankfully, there is now a solution to this predicament: Pocatello Food Express. They will order your food for you and one of their drivers will deliver it to your door. Now you don’t have to get out of your PJs to enjoy your favorite restaurant!
According to the National Network to End Domestic Violence, on a single day in Idaho, 514 victims of domestic violence sought safety and services from community-based domestic violence programs.
Idaho State Police also reported 5,774 incidents of violence between spouses, ex-spouses, and couples in 2017-- not to mention incidents left unreported.
At Continuing Education and Workforce Training (CEWT), we have instructors with specific work experience in the field. Having experienced instructors provides current industry practices that inform students more fully. Faces of CEWT highlights some of our finest instructors and staff to give you insight into the ‘sweet’ people who work here.
As a child, Cedar Hulet was fascinated with the outdoors. Having grown up in a nature-oriented family, he was constantly exposed to the outdoors-- he even caught his first fish at ten months old.
Idaho State University’s Continuing Education and Workforce Training has partnered up with Home Depot to host the second annual Construction Combine on March 27-28.
As a collaborative effort between the community and local construction industry, the Combine provides local contractors an opportunity to educate their community through hands-on training and outreach.
Architect Jerry Myers has been a part of Myers-Anderson Architects for almost 35 years. In that time, he has had the opportunity to be involved in a variety of community projects. Myers Anderson has a focus on using old buildings and restoring them-- blending the old with the new.
At Continuing Education and Workforce Training (CEWT), we have instructors with specific work experience in the field. Having experienced instructors provides current industry practices that inform students more fully. Faces of CEWT highlights some of our finest instructors and staff to give you insight into the ‘sweet’ people who work here.
For some, learning can be a chore. Something mandatory that’s done just to get it out of the way. But for Elba Worley, nothing is better than being able to learn. She makes learning fun, and always finds herself learning something new. “I’m always learning. I like to do things to learn and to keep me busy,” Worley said.
According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), about one in five veterans returning from Iraq or Afghanistan have post-traumatic stress disorder (PSTD) or depression. Additionally, around 20 veterans lose their life to suicide each day.
Veterans are more likely to be affected by mental disorders because of their proximity to tragedy. For many, it can be difficult for them to reach out for the help that they need.
At Continuing Education and Workforce Training (CEWT), we have instructors with specific work experience in the field. Having experienced instructors provides current industry practices that inform students more fully. Faces of CEWT highlights some of our finest instructors and staff to give you insight into the ‘sweet’ people who work here.
In order to be a certified nursing assistant (CNA), patience and dedication are necessary parts of the job. When it comes to teaching new CNAs, these things are absolutely necessary. For Eliecea Wheeler, these come easily.
Good news: frisbee is cool again.
While most might have played frisbee once or twice, the advanced version of frisbee-- disc golf-- offers extra challenges for players.
Disc golf applies the same elements of traditional golf, where players try to land into holes in the least amount of turns. However in disc golf, the holes are baskets covered in chain, and instead of having drivers and balls, players toss different types of discs designed to do different things. Some are designed to travel far distances, while others are made for accuracy or wind resistance.
For any healthcare professional, a strong understanding of mental health is just as important as any other facet of healthcare. As a doctor of Nursing Practice, a clinical nurse specialist, and a psychiatric-mental health care nurse practitioner, Dr. Vernon R. Kubiak knows this well.
Terry Fredrickson believes that a miracle is something that can’t be explained. As a licensed counselor and as the owner of Pacific Rim counseling, he has seen them happen before his very eyes. He’s watched people grow into miracles.
With the new year comes new resolutions and making new goals. This is the perfect time to get a head start in your career as a dental assistant!
Starting on January 15, our Fundamentals of Dental Assisting course will help you learn the basic concepts and skills of dental assisting.
At Continuing Education and Workforce Training (CEWT), we have instructors with specific work experience in the field. Having experienced instructors provides current industry practices that inform students more fully. Faces of CEWT highlights some of our finest instructors and staff to give you insight into the ‘sweet’ people who work here.
There are few things that are as delicious as freshly baked bread-- but making that bread from scratch makes it just that much better.
Ray Skeem, who teaches bread making classes for CEWT, knows just how good making your own bread can be.
Interested in learning something new? Our Spring 2019 catalogs are now out, be sure to check your mailboxes for them!
There are an abundance of brand new classes being offered. Here are just a few of our new courses to check out:
You may be familiar with some of the most common ways to brew coffee: drip, French press, pour over, espresso. But what about cold brew?
If you haven’t had the chance to try cold brew before, A Different Cup serves up fresh coffee with a side of smiles every day. They have two locations: one located within Station Square in Old Town Pocatello, and a recently-opened second location close to ISU on 4th and Terry.
Everyone needs a little self-care here and there, and there’s nothing like a good sugar scrub to help you feel like you’re lapping in luxury.
It might sound a bit strange to put sugar on your skin, but sugar has several benefits-- besides tasting great.
November 12 through November 18 is National Apprenticeship Week!
According to the US Department of Labor, National Apprenticeship Week allows leaders in business, labor, education, and other fields show to their appreciation of apprenticeships.
As part of National Apprenticeship Week, ISU’s Continuing Education and Workforce Training’s apprenticeship coordinator, Paul Dickey, will presenting at Tribal Appreciation Day.
At Continuing Education and Workforce Training (CEWT), we use instructors with specific work experience in the field. Having experienced instructors provides current industry practices that inform students more fully. Faces of CEWT highlights some of our finest instructors and staff to give you insight into the ‘sweet’ people who work here.
Claudia Allen is the admirable type of person who can do it all and somehow manage to find time to do even more. As a Business Consultant for the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and an instructor for CEWT, she is heavily involved with the local businesses in our community.
Cooling weather, colorful trees, and pumpkin spice everything. All of these things usher in the coming of Fall, with Halloween emerging not far behind. For many, Halloween is a way to dress up in cool costumes and eat as much sugar as humanly possible. But this holiday has a rich history rooted in tradition and spirituality.
This Halloween, take a moment to discover the history of this holiday!
As the great writer Maya Angelou said, “There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.”
Do you have an idea for a story you’ve always wanted to write? Are you an avid reader and want to learn how to write your own stories? Perhaps you are a writer looking to develop your writing skills further?
February 10th, 1993 was uncharacteristically sunny for the middle of winter in Idaho.
After supervising one of her student teachers, Beverly Klug was waiting at the intersection of a two-way and one-way street. As the light went green, she pulled forward and out of her peripheral, caught sight of a car speeding forward down the hill.
Communication is usually taken for granted. Some people do not give it a second thought, it is simply a daily part of their life. For the deaf or hard of hearing, however, there are obstacles that make it difficult. Thankfully, with sign language, those who might not be able to speak can still converse with others easily.
At Continuing Education and Workforce Training (CEWT), we use instructors with specific work experience in the field. Having experienced instructors provides current industry practices that inform students more fully. Faces of CEWT highlights some of our finest instructors and staff to give you insight into the ‘sweet’ people who work here.
Here at Continuing Education and Workforce Training, we value the quality of our educators because of their experience working in their specific fields. We believe having the best instructors leads to having the greatest education possible. Faces of CEWT highlights our instructors to show just how ‘sweet’ they are!
While wearing a witch’s hat and waving her wand, Dr. Elise Barker uses more than just magic to make learning fun. Her passion runs through everything she does: “I think it’s a part of who I am, to get into things 100%. I’m either in it 100% or I’m not interested,” Barker said.
Are you trying to get your company recognized but aren’t sure where to start?
Consider expanding your social media platforms.
When thinking about what future technology can do, you might think about travelling anywhere in the matter of seconds, or making things appear with the simple click of a button, or doing whatever you want in worlds completely different than ours.
What you might not know is that these things are already possible.
France has much to see and to offer. The smells of baking bread, roasting coffee, and cooking food lingers in the air. The Eiffel Tower shines brightly in the Seine River’s waters. The sun beats down hot on the vineyards and the wine is sweet and refreshing.
Unfortunately, as beautiful as the country may be, visiting France is expensive. Even here in the United States, French food with a cheap price tag is hard to find.
What if you could have the luxuriousness of French culture with the comfort of your own home?
On a recent trip to Seattle, in the spur of a moment decision, I got a Henna tattoo. I had been wanted to try it for a while, as a means to scratch my itch for another tattoo, but never found the opportunity.
Here at Continuing Education and Workforce Training, we value the quality of our educators because of their experience working in their specific fields. We believe having the best instructors leads to having the greatest education possible. Faces of CEWT highlights our instructors to show just how ‘sweet’ they are!
Born and raised on a small cattle ranch in McCammon, Ivan Bullock knows Idaho like the back of his hand. Not only is he on the city council for McCammon, he also works with Idaho State University in industrial and safety training, along with OSHA 10, OSHA 30, and forklift certification courses.