Using many basic knife and utensil skills, students will learn the basics of preparing deeply flavored stocks. Well prepared stocks will be used to create a variety of flavorful soups and sauces in this class. The techniques for creating sauces thickened with various methods are taught in this class, such as the creation and use of roux, starch-based thickeners, & beurre monte. 

Requirements- students are required to wear proper footwear- closed toe and closed heel shoes with slip resistant soles.

GBCC provides: knives, cutting boards, towels, apron, kitchen supplies, and ingredients

For the new spreadsheet user.  Learn statistical analysis skills and create formulas and functions. Explore spreadsheet formatting, printing and charting.

For course outline: Introduction to Excel Objectives

This class is live via Zoom; Computer with microphone and speaker is a must have for the class; 2 screens enhance user experience

Basic Life Support (BLS) course teaches essential skills for recognizing and responding to life threatening emergencies, particularly in health care and professional settings.

Book Not Included: AHA 2025 BLS Provider Student Manual (either hard copy or e-book available to purchase); ISBN: 978-1-68472-310-2:

BLS Provider Manual | AHA

AHA 2025 BLS Provider Manual eBook | AED  Superstore 

GBCC Bookstore (delivery or pick up at NHTI, Concord)

The course covers the following:

• High quality CPR for Adults, children, and infants
• Correct compression rate for 1 person and 2 person CPR        
• Use of Automated External Defibrillator (AED)        
• Safety precautions        
• Relief of choking        
• Critical skills to respond to life threatening emergencies for health care professionals

Canapes, finger foods, charcuterie, garnish techniques, and table displays are all explained and created by students in this class. Students can use the skills learned in this class to host a wonderful cocktail party at home.

Requirements- students are required to wear proper footwear- closed toe and closed heel shoes with slip resistant soles.

GBCC provides: knives, cutting boards, towels, apron, kitchen supplies, and ingredients

For the casual spreadsheet user.  Create charts and graphical representation of numeric data for visual communication.  Use list-management skills to organize data including filters, sort and sub-totals.

For more information: Intermediate Course Objectives

This class is live via Zoom; Computer with microphone and speaker is a must have for the class; 2 screens enhance user experience

Learn how to properly break down whole chicken & other poultry, prepare various egg dishes, and create poultry-based entrees. Dishes will be finished with egg based sauces such as hollandaise, bearnaise, cold emulsions, and sauces “al la minute”.

Requirements- students are required to wear proper footwear- closed toe and closed heel shoes with slip resistant soles.

GBCC provides: knives, cutting boards, towels, apron, kitchen supplies, and ingredients

For the experienced spreadsheet user.  Automate worksheets with macros.  Students will analyze data using pivot tables. 

For more information: Macros Pivot Tables Logical Functions Objectives 

This creative class is perfect for experienced home cooks looking to take their skills to another level. Gluten free grains and seasonal vegetables, creatively crafted, will be prepared to accompany several meat entrees.

Requirements- students are required to wear proper footwear- closed toe and closed heel shoes with slip resistant soles.

GBCC provides: knives, cutting boards, towels, apron, kitchen supplies, and ingredients