The new mission of Harrison County Lifelong Learning is to advance the knowledge and skills, through programs that enrich the lives of Harrison County residents, while meeting the needs of the community. Harrison County Lifelong Learning will be a leader in connecting Harrison County residents to the resources needed to be successful.
Harrison County Lifelong Learning partners with several educational institutions and community resources to increase the skills and abilities of local citizens while empowering and enriching their lives in an effort to promote a lifetime of learning. Please let us know if there is a class you would like offered.
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Harrison County Lifelong Learning is excited to offer Financial Peace University, a transformative program designed to help participants take control of their finances, eliminate debt, and build lasting wealth. Taught by Matthew Schickel, this class will meet every Tuesday from 6:00–8:00 PM for 9 weeks, with a reduced fee of just $40 (Thank you Rural 1st!)
What is Financial Peace University?
Developed by financial expert Dave Ramsey with Ramsey Solutions, this course equips you with the tools and knowledge to create a budget, pay off debt, save effectively, and plan for the future. By participating in the program, you’ll gain the ability to manage your finances confidently, ensuring that you’re in control of your money rather than it controlling you. You’ll also learn proven methods to eliminate debt more quickly, relieving financial stress and creating breathing room in your budget.
Key Topics Covered:
- Building a practical budget that works.
- Eliminating debt using the debt snowball method.
- Saving for emergencies and large expenses.
- Investing wisely for long-term financial security.
- Understanding insurance and real estate decisions.
- Planning for retirement and legacy giving.
This program is perfect for anyone looking to overcome financial challenges, build a strong financial foundation, and gain confidence in managing money. Join us for this life-changing journey and take the first step toward financial freedom!
Sign up today—seats are limited! https://events.humanitix.com/financial-peace-university
Adult Education Classes
River Valley Resources’ Adult Education classes meet on Wednesdays from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM at Harrison County Lifelong Learning in Corydon. Classes are free and designed for individuals who need to improve their basic skills in preparation for a high school equivalency diploma, college enrollment or career advancement. Students younger than 18 must be exited from high school. New students can register here.
HiSET® Testing
The pencil/paper version of the HiSET exam for the Indiana High School Equivalency Diploma is given monthly at Harrison County Lifelong Learning in Corydon. The test includes Science, Social Studies, Reading, Math and Writing subtests. The cost of testing is $144 for the initial test battery, $28.80 per subject to retest. Vouchers are available to those students who qualify. Please call the learning center for a registration appointment, 812 738-7736.
Southern Indiana Works- WorkOne Corydon
Career Coaches are now at Harrison County Lifelong Learning Monday – Wednesday, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM and Thursdays from 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM. Individuals can stop in or make an appointment to conduct job searches, prepare a resume, complete a skills assessment, develop a career plan and receive information on workforce training, referrals, and placement services. For more information, contact a Career Coach;
Monday: Hollie Esarey, 812 913-5981,
Tuesday & Thursday: Karen Bruce, 812 620-6892
Wednesday: Monica Prenatt, 502 309-4117.
The Indiana Department of Workforce Development (DWD) is reminding Hoosiers that applying for unemployment insurance benefits is completed electronically. Hoosiers can apply on a computer or smartphone. For more information on unemployment insurance, visit, unemployment.in.gov or call the UI Help Desk at 1-800-891-6499.
Certified Nurse Aide Training
Learn the fundamentals of nursing care! CNA Training is offered in partnership with Kaiser Healthcare Certifications and includes the required 30 hours of classroom instruction plus 75 hours in a clinical practicum. Students will be fully prepared for the written competency and procedure evaluation exam administered by the Indiana State Department of Health. Please complete a CNA Application to be notified of our upcoming classes!
Test Proctoring Services
Harrison County Lifelong Learning is a test proctoring site for several post-secondary institutions, including, Ivy Tech Community College, Western Governors University and the University of Alabama. Students should schedule a proctored exam via SmarterProctoring. Online and face-to-face proctoring is available. The fee to proctor a test is $25.00.