Workforce Development and Community Education: Spring 2025

For more class information, visit www.sunywcc.edu/lifelonglearning • To register, call 914-606-6830, unless otherwise specified. For registration hours, check the back of this brochure. 3 HEALTH & WELLNESS EXPLORING HYPNOSIS IN-PERSON Reiki I Through hands-on practice, this program enables participants to harness the power of light touch healing energy and reduce stress and promote relaxation. At SUNY Westchester Valhalla: CE-HLTH 2012, 1 Sat., Mar. 1, 12:00-5:00 pm, KNC-2, $75 (+ $20 materials fee for manual and binder, paid to instructor at class). D Guilderson. #47038 IN-PERSON Reiki II Reiki II delves deeper into the practice and principles of Reiki energy healing. Prerequisite: Reiki I. At SUNY Westchester Valhalla: CE-HLTH 2107, 1 Sat., Apr. 5, 12:00-5:00 pm, KNC-2, $75 (+ $20 for instructional manual and binder, paid to instructor at class). D Guilderson. #47084 NEW! IN-PERSON Reiki Master The Reiki Master Certification Class is a full 2 day class covering history, theory, hands on practice, and reviews of level 1 and 2, You must also sign up for Reiki Circles to obtain the Reiki Master certification. Pre-requisite: Reiki II At SUNY Westchester Valhalla: CE-HLTH 2110, 2 Sat., Feb. 15 & Apr. 19, 12:00-5:00 pm, KNC-2, $150 (+ $20 materials fee, payable to instructor at first class). D Guilderson. #47382 NEW! IN-PERSON Reiki Circle This offers a sacred space for individuals to come together, share in the healing power of Reiki, and experience profound transformation on physical, emotional, and spiritual levels. Open to all. At SUNY Westchester Valhalla: CE-HLTH 2109, 1 Sat., Mar. 12, 12:00-5:00 pm, and 2 Weds., Mar. 26 & Apr. 9, 6:00- 8:00 pm, KNC-5, $100. D Guilderson. #47512 IN-PERSON Meditation Learn basic meditation techniques, utilizing meditative music, guided imagery and relaxation techniques to help calm the mind while learning how to relax under tension, and small techniques to use to naturally release energy. At SUNY Westchester Valhalla: CE-PRSDV 2212, 4 Thurs., Jan. 30, Feb. 27, Mar. 20, and Apr. 10, KNC-4, 6:00-8:00 pm, $60. D Guilderson. #47039 IN-PERSON Learn How to Become a Certified Hypnotist This class in an introduction to a 100-hour class leading to becoming a certified hypnotist. You are will not be certified as a hypnotist after this class, but you will receive an introduction to the process. At SUNY Westchester Valhalla: CE-CRXPL 2000, 1 Thurs., Mar. 13, 7:00-9:00 pm, KNC-4, $40. J Abrahamsen. #47245 IN-PERSON Self Hypnosis: Easy as 1, 2, 3! Learn to enter a hypnotic state to change habits, reduce stress, improve self-esteem, increase your potential, and promote better health. Optional book: Self-Hypnosis Easy as 1, 2, 3 (costs $9.99) At SUNY Westchester Valhalla: CE-HLTH 2015, 1 Thurs., Mar. 27, 7:00-9:00 pm, KNC-3, $40, J Abrahamsen. #47246 IN-PERSON Weight Management: Help with Hypnosis Use self-hypnosis to change your eating habits, manage your weight, and influence your ideas about your ability to achieve an ideal weight for a happier, healthier lifestyle. Optional book: Self-Hypnosis Easy as 1, 2, 3 (costs $9.99) At SUNY Westchester Valhalla: CE-HLTH 2018, 1 Thurs., Apr. 10, 7:00-9:00 pm, KNC-4, $75 (+ $20 materials fee for manual and binder, paid to instructor at class). J Abrahamsen. #47247 IN-PERSON Stop Smoking: Help with Hypnosis A behavior modification techniques, when practiced and reinforced with hypnosis, can help you quit smoking for good without weight gain. Optional book: Self-Hypnosis Easy as 1, 2, 3 (costs $9.99) At SUNY Westchester Valhalla: CE-HLTH 2016, 1 Thurs., Apr. 24, 7:00-9:00 pm, KNC-4, $40, J Abrahamsen. #47264 IN-PERSON Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction: 3 Week Intro This MBSR (Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction) class is a 3 week introduction to Dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn’s original MBSR program. Training in mindfulness meditation and movement cultivates resilience, emotional/attentional regulation & reduction in pain, anxiety, depression, and hypertension. Ample time is allowed for discussion and Q&A to develop greater understanding and clarity. Bring a yoga mat if you have one. At SUNY Westchester Valhalla: CE-PRSDV 2211, $85. S Charbonier. Sec. A: 3 Tues., Jan. 21-Feb. 4, KNC-4, 6:00-8:00 pm. #47151 Sec. B: 3 Tues., Feb. 18-Mar. 4, KNC-4, 6:00-8:00 pm. #47152 REMOTE Creative Conflict Resolution Skills Learn effective communication skills to deal with conflict resolution. Practice paraphrasing, active listening, empathetic listening, and “I statements” for successful resolution in work and personal life. CE-PRSDV 2061, 1 Wed., Jan. 15, 4:00-7:00 pm, $50. P Prutzman. #47154 REMOTE Creative Non-Violence Strategies Learn the principles of non-violence and explore several different historical examples of non-violent strategists including Dr. Martin Luther King, Gandhi, Rosa Parks, Cesar Chavez, and Cory Aquino. CE-PRSDV 2062, 1 Wed., Jan. 22, 4:00-7:00 pm, $50. P Prutzman. #47155 REMOTE Creative Responses to Bullying Explore what bullying is, including relational aggression and cyberbullying. Participants will practice methods of interrupting bullying behavior and examine the relationship between bias and bullying. CE-PRSDV 2063, 1 Wed., Jan. 29, 4:00-7:00 pm, $50. P Prutzman. #4715 IN-PERSON Your Walk in Life: A Guide to Transforming Your Pain into Peace Learn how to develop healthy coping and listening skills through case study work, workbook and journaling exercises, and small group discussions. At SUNY Westchester Valhalla: CE-PRSDV 2208, 7 Wed., Jan. 15-Mar. 12 (skip 1/29 & 2/19), 12:00-1:30 pm, KNC-3, $145 (+ textbook). A Servodidio. #47115

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