Personal Enrichment
Do something good for yourself.
Learn a new hobby or skill, express your creativity, or learn about topics that interest you.
MTC’s Personal Enrichment courses are fun, affordable, and fast to complete. Personal Enrichment courses are offered outside of MTC’s eight Schools of Study.
Cake DecoratingShow
Cake Decorator Professional
ID: CEKIT-522
Find out how the experts create beautiful cakes. This 18-hour certificate program prepares you with the basic cake decorating skills needed to start a cake business, obtain a position as an entry level decorator (bakery/grocery store), or for personal pleasure. Learn the perfect techniques in creating beautiful cakes using buttercream icing. The list of supplies needed will be discussed the first night of class.
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Defensive Driving
ID: CEDDC-500
Licensed drivers may take this eight-hour National Safety Council course every three years. Successful completion will remove up to four points (except DUI) on a SC driver's license, including CDL. Driver's license number and state required when registering. May reduce insurance costs. Defensive driving techniques are stressed through lectures, videos, and classroom demonstrations. NOTE: Arrive 10 minutes early. No late arrivals will be admitted. Bring a pen or pencil to class.
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Comprehensive Drones in Law En
ID: CEFLY-510
This training is a series of three sessions that covers essentials for building your law enforcement drone program. Students are prepared to become FAA 107 Part A certified. Gain a working knowledge of drone aircraft components and systems as you prepare for the FAA 107 Part A exam to earn your commercial UAV federal regulated license. You will learn about the fundamentals of flight, FAA regulations (including Part 107), navigation and airspace, weather theory and much more. The FAA Remote Pilot 107 Part A regulations require that all drone pilots have a valid identification (driver license, passport, or birth certificate). The exam fee is included the cost of the course.
Drone Certification Test Prep
ID: CEFLY-506
Become a drone pilot as a new career pathway or to advance your current profession. Gain a working knowledge of drone aircraft components and systems as you prepare for the FAA Part 107 exam to earn your commercial UAV federal regulated license. In this course, you will learn about drone theory and aeronautical basics, the fundamentals of flight, FAA regulations (including Part 107), navigation and airspace, weather theory and much more. The FAA Remote Pilot 107 Part A regulations require that all drone pilots have a valid identification (driver license, passport, or birth certificate), a high school diploma or GED from an accredited institution, undergo a drug screening and prefer no criminal record. Special note: a person who has a misdemeanor or felony must wait a year before applying for this class.
Drone FAA Prep
ID: CEFLY-507
This course prepares students to become FAA 107 Part A certified. Become a drone pilot as a new career pathway or to advance your current profession. Gain a working knowledge of drone aircraft components and systems as you prepare for the FAA 107 Part A exam to earn your commercial UAV federal regulated license. In this course, you will learn about the fundamentals of flight, FAA regulations (including Part 107), navigation and airspace, weather theory and much more. The FAA Remote Pilot 107 Part A regulations require that all drone pilots have a valid identification (driver license, passport, or birth certificate), be at least 16 years old. Special note: a person who has a misdemeanor or felony must wait a year before applying for this class. The exam fee is included the cost of the course.
Drone Flight and Safety
ID: CEFLY-509
This course is design for participants to receive in-depth knowledge of safety required by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and ndustry standards and become skilled in drone operations, procedure, and management. This course is hands-on-training instructed by a senior certified FAA Remote Pilot.
Drones in Law Enforcement
ID: CEFLY-508
This course is design for participants to prepare Remote Certified Pilots to learn the knowledge and skills associated with drones in law enforcement. Gain a working knowledge of roles associated with drones in law enforcement. In this course you will learn about 3D software, photography, and videography concepts, interpret FAA regulations and safety protocols, become proficient in drone data analysis, create launch and home points, record flight patterns and more.
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Floral Design
ID: CEFLC-501
In six weeks, you will learn all about the materials and equipment, principles of good design, color, specialized design, table and vase arrangements, corsages, bridal bouquets, and more. You'll even learn about career opportunities in the floral field. This is a great skill to add to your resume.
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Design Spark Unleash Your Inner Decorator
ID: CEDCP-548
Unleash your creativity with our intro to interior decorating in just three hours! Join our high-energy interior decorating class and discover the essentials of design magic. In this course, you'll take a peek at what you'll learn in our full 12-class program. With everything from color palettes to furniture arrangement, embark on a whirlwind journey to transform your space or others into a masterpiece with confidence. Ignite your passion for interior decor in this introduction session.
Interior Decorating
ID: CEDCP-546
In this comprehensive course, students will delve into various concepts, including exploration of color and pattern relationships, floor-planning skills, window treatments, furniture selection, and how to estimate costs and create budgets. Students will study the art of selecting and arranging accessories such as artwork, lighting fixtures, rugs, and decorative objects. They will learn the significance of scale, proportion, and focal points in creating visually appealing arrangements. Throughout the course, students will be engaged in practical projects that allow them to apply their knowledge to real-world examples.
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Advanced Rider Course
ID: CEMOT-900
The ARC may be taken by riders using any type of motorcycle. It is a one day course. There are ten riding excercises with time for discussion, breaks, and lunch. There is no formal skill test, but there is a knowledge test that may be self-scored (or may be givien as a formal, end-of-course assessment.) The overall aim is to provide rider development in the areas of risk management, decision making, riding strategies, and rider behavior and choices. This includes learner activities to foster gains in knowledge, skill, attitude, values, and habits. (Speeds are higher and maneuvers more challenging than the Basic Rider Course.) BRING YOUR OWN STREET-LEGAL MOTORCYCLE to ride in class. See online Materials List for important information.
Basic Motorcycle
ID: CEMOT-501
Learn basic motorcycle riding techniques in this beginner-level course. The motorcycle range activity includes riding on small (100-350 cc) training motorcycles. NOTES: 1) For license waiver option, present motorcycle permit at first class and pass all assessments. 2) A three-hour online e-course is required before the first class. You will be emailed a code to access this e-course. You must present certificate of e-course completion to instructor at first class. 3) You will need to pass both a written and riding assessment to receive a completion certificate. Prerequisite: Must be eligible for a motorcycle driver's license and be able to ride a bicycle. This course is not an alternate to the driver education requirement for under 18-year-old drivers. Meets the standards set by SC law for insurance discount. Half helmets are not allowed, must be full face or open face helmet.