The College of Southern Idaho’s Community Educ-ation Center will offer a wide range of non-credit courses starting this month. They include:

• Language courses:

Eldora Miller will teach three German classes, running Monday through Nov. 22 at the CSIShields Building.

In “Beginning German,” held from 5 to 6:30 p.m., students will learn basic conversational German without the pressure of a grade. Through class practice and participation, they will learn fundamental skills, pronunciation and comprehension of the language.

“Intermediate German,” from 6:30 to 8 p.m., continues the study of the language with emphasis on verb tense, higher-level conversations and language uses. Students will learn to communicate more fluently in the language.

“Advanced German,” from 3 to 5 p.m., continues the development of language skills, teaching students to become more flexible in speaking and writing the language.

Registration for each of the three is $75.

Also offered in the same building are Spanish classes by Lupe Cisneros.

“Spanish I,” from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays, Sept. 14 to Oct.26, will teach students in a fun and practical way to communicate in Spanish with simple words by learning the basics of the language, uses of phrases and words, reading and customs.

“Spanish II,” from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesdays, Sept. 15-Oct.27, takes the learning to a higher level. Students will put their communication skills into practice by reviewing, in conversation, all that they have studied in Spanish. Students will learn by sharing as they discuss family stories, personal introductions, movie and music reviews, news and more. They will also plan a party, give cooking instructions or fix a car.

Registration for each Spanish course is $70, plus a materials fee payable to the instructor the first night of class.

• Computer courses:

“Beginning Computers: Life After the On Button” will be taught by Christina Tudor from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays, Sept. 7-28, in CSI Shields 101. Created for true beginners, this course teaches students how not to be intimidated once they push their computer’s power button, including learning the basics of the machine, the names and functions of computer parts and how to open a simple Word document. Registration is $45.

“Senior Computer Bootcamp I” will be taught by Larrianne Rodriguez from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Mondays, Sept. 13-27, in CSI Canyon 107. In this no-pressure course, seniors learn to not be intimidated by computers in a fun and relaxed setting. Students will learn the fundamentals of the computer, how to turn it on and off, open applications, navigate through the Internet and compose an e-mail. Registration is $45.

• Pet and animal courses:

“Dog Obedience” will be taught by professional dog trainer Donna Stalley from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays, Sept. 7-23, on the CSI lawn north of the Expo Center. Students will learn to train their dogs with basic obedience commands, using positive reinforcement and behavior modification, and resulting in better-mannered and socialized dogs and empowered owners. Registration is $55.

“Animal Communica-tion: Dialogue with Your Dog” will be taught by Robyn Romney from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Sept. 8-29, in CSI Shields 109. Students will learn to communicate effectively with their dogs by interpreting their actions and developing a better relationship with them. Registration is $100, plus a $5 supply fee payable to the instructor the first night of class.

“Getting to Know Your First Horse” will be taught by Charles Liesen from 1 to 4 p.m. Sept. 18 and 25 at the Stargazer Arena, 3613 N. 3100 E., Twin Falls. This hands-on class will teach students how to establish communication with their horse that will lead to mutual respect, safe enjoyment, proper handling and saddling techniques, and proper fit of horse gear. Owning a horse is not required, just a desire to own a horse and handle it properly. Registration is $79, plus a $10 arena fee payable to the instructor the first day of class.

• Personal enrichment courses:

“Women in Modern Russian History” will be taught by Svetlana Schuckert from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesdays, Sept. 7 to Nov. 30, in CSI Fine Arts 83. Schuckert will share with students the contributions that women have made to Russia’s social, economic, political and cultural evolution in the past 100 years, including in several Russian revolutions, World War II, Perestroika and the new market economy, as well as the customs and ways of life within each era. Registration is $100.

“Manifesting Your Dreams” will be taught by Jackie Plastino from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursdays, Sept. 9 through Oct. 16, in CSI Taylor 248. Students will discover the Law of Attraction and how to dream and live big by reawakening the belief of the young that no goal is out of reach. Registration is $50, plus a $10 supply fee payable to the instructor the first night of class.

“Shoot Pool Like a Pro” will be taught by John Osterhout from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturdays, Sept. 11 to Oct.16, at the South Hills Saloon in Hansen. Gain an understanding of the foundation of pool, including the equipment used, the proper stance, bridge techniques, shot selection, basic English, bank shots, BCA league rules and nine ball rules. Class will conclude with a tournament. Participants must be more than 21 years old and registration is $45.

“Embracing Well-Being” will be taught by Jackie Plastino from 10 a.m. to noon Saturdays, Sept. 11 to Oct. 16, in CSI Taylor 248. The class offers students a unique approach to wellness based on the premise that our thoughts create our reality for good or ill and that well-being is natural to all. Registration is $40 plus a $5 supply fee payable to the instructor the first night of class.

• Life-decision courses:

“Financial Strategies for Retirement” will be taught by Scott Jamison from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Tuesdays, Sept. 7, 14, and 21, or Wednesdays, Sept. 8, 15 and 22, in CSI Shields 117. This class is designed to help students prepare for their retirement years, providing valuable information on how to get the most from investments, Social Security and retirement plans. Registration is $49, including one guest at no additional charge.

“Documenting Life’s Major Decisions” will be taught by Sylvia Moore from 6 to 9 p.m. Sept. 15 in CSI Taylor 247. Students will learn to document their final life wishes carefully with the use of necessary documents and guidance to ensure they have peace of mind. While not legal advice, this course covers durable guarantee power of attorney, durable medical power of attorney, living will, and last will and testament. Registration is $150.

“A, B, C and D’s of Medicare” will be taught by Ken Azbill from 7 to 9 p.m. Sept. 22 in CSI Shields 109. Azbill presents students information on changes in Medicare in a clear and precise approach that will allow them to maximize their participation in the program. Registration is $15, including one guest for no additional charge.

Information: 732-6442 or communityed.csi.edu.