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Questions? Contact:

BC3 Business Training
Kathleen Strobel
Coordinator of Business Training
kathleen.strobel@bc3.edu
724.287.8711, Ext. 8267


Johnna Graham
Workforce Development Secretary
johnna.graham@bc3.edu
724.287.8711, Ext. 8476


Lisa Campbell
Dean of Workforce Development
lisa.campbell@bc3.edu
724.287.8711, Ext. 8290

 

Business Training

Build your skills, strengthen your workplace, and stay competitive with our upcoming trainings. Each course is designed to give you practical tools you can use right away.

Scheduled Training

Date: Oct. 15, 2025 | 8:30–10:30 a.m.
Cost: $45

In just two hours, you’ll learn how to recognize, prevent, and respond to workplace violence. This essential training is valuable for any organization, since violence can impact all work environments.

You’ll learn how to:

  • Identify types of workplace violence
  • Recognize warning signs
  • Assess security strengths and weaknesses
  • Communicate concerns effectively
  • Use de-escalation strategies
  • Report incidents properly

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Dates: Oct. 9 & 16, 2025 | 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Cost: Free (Grant-Funded)

Get a clear introduction to steel as an engineered material. This course is especially valuable for professionals in purchasing, manufacturing, quality, engineering, design, marketing, and sales.

Topics include:

  • Steelmaking and key terminology
  • Industry standards
  • Manufacturing and heat-treating processes
  • Mechanical properties
  • Failure modes
  • Design criteria

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Microsoft Word – Business

Work faster and smarter with Microsoft Word. Discover time-saving tips to create professional documents quickly and efficiently.

Basic Excel – Business

  • In-Person: Sept. 26, 2025 | 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
  • Remote: Oct. 7, 9, 14 & 16, 2025 | 8:30–10:30 a.m.
    Cost: $190

Learn how to track data, design effective spreadsheets, and work with numbers to make informed decisions.

Intermediate Excel – Business

  • In-Person: Oct. 24, 2025 | 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
  • Remote: Nov. 4, 6, 11 & 13, 2025 | 8:30–10:30 a.m.
    Cost: $190

Take your Excel skills further by analyzing large datasets and presenting actionable insights.

Advanced Excel – Business

  • In-Person: Nov. 14, 2025 | 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
  • Remote: Dec. 2, 4, 9 & 11, 2025 | 8:30–10:30 a.m.
    Cost: $190

Automate repetitive tasks, use advanced formulas, and harness Excel’s full power to save time and boost productivity.

PowerPoint Made Easy

Learn how to create effective presentations with slide layouts, design templates, and animation tools.

Working with Pivot Tables and Charts

Cost: $85
Quickly organize and analyze data to make smart business decisions. Learn to create pivot tables and charts that highlight patterns and insights.

Cost: $85 per course | $680 for certificate (8-course series)

Build the confidence and skills to lead. Learn how to plan, organize, and guide people and projects. Complete the full series to earn a Leadership Certificate, or register for individual courses.

 

Any of our scheduled training can also be customized to meet the needs of local companies.  If you don’t see what you are looking for, please contact us.

 

BC3 Is A WEDnet PA Partner

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BC3 is a WEDnetPA partner. WEDnetPA was created by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to help develop employee skills by providing employers with funding to train new and existing employees.

In-state businesses and out-of-state companies relocating to the economic-friendly business climate of Pennsylvania may be eligible to benefit from a wide range of Skill Building training that will put their employees on the path to higher performance.

Companies can apply online. BC3 is here to help you navigate through the process.