Iowa Western Community College

Wednesday March 25th 2026  11:00am-1:30pm  Council Bluffs Campus-Looft Hall  #023 – Lunch provided

“Self-awareness isn’t soft—it’s the sharpest tool you’ve got.” 
Equip yourself to recognize emotions in yourself and others; regulate responses; lead with empathy and clarity. Build tools for connection and cut miscommunication.

*Zoom participation is available at Iowa Western center locations only.

Wednesday April 1st 2026  11:00am-1:30pm  Council Bluffs Campus-Looft Hall  #023 – Lunch provided

“How you say it matters just as much as what you say.” 
Every leadership challenge is, at its core, a communication challenge. Whether you’re clarifying a project, offering feedback, addressing conflict, or just running a team meeting. How you communicate shapes trust, motivation, and results. This class dives deep into the communication habits of effective leaders. You’ll explore how to listen with intention, speak with clarity, and create a culture where people feel safe to share, ask, and grow. You’ll also learn frameworks for delivering feedback, navigating tough conversations, and adjusting your communication style to different personalities and settings..

*Zoom participation is available at Iowa Western center locations only.

Wednesday April 8th 2026  11:00am-1:30pm  Council Bluffs Campus-Looft Hall  #023 – Lunch provided

“Teams don’t get built in off-sites. They’re built in daily moments.”
Great teams aren’t powered by perks—they’re built through trust, clarity, and consistent leadership. This class explores how to genuinely motivate individuals while fostering a culture of shared ownership and growth. Learn how to recognize and develop your team without burning out, using coaching, mentoring, and small daily actions that lead to big impact. You’ll walk away with practical tools to boost morale, increase engagement, and build a team people want to be part of.

*Zoom participation is available at Iowa Western center locations only.

Wednesday April 15th 2026  11:00am-1:30pm  Council Bluffs Campus-Looft Hall  #023 – Lunch provided
“Small things, done consistently, lead to transformation.” This session is all about emotional steadiness, communication, and trust when the path forward is unclear. Focus on the human side of change—how to support people emotionally, communicate evolving plans, and sustain culture through ambiguity. Less about tactical decisions, more about mindset and presence during transitions.
*Zoom participation is available at Iowa Western center locations only.

Wednesday April 22nd 202611:00am-1:30pm Council Bluffs Campus-Looft Hall #023 – Lunch provided
“Every challenge is a chance to lead.”
Learn how to tackle problems with clarity and confidence even when the stakes are high or the answers aren't obvious. In this course, participants will strengthen their ability to identify root issues, weigh options, and make decisions that are both strategic and practical. You’ll explore frameworks for collaborative problem-solving and learn how to move from analysis to action, even in fast-moving or messy environments. It's about using your brain (and a few simple systems) to lead well when there's a tough call to make.
*Zoom participation is available at Iowa Western center locations only.

Wednesday April 29th 202611:00am-1:30pm Council Bluffs Campus-Looft Hall #023 – Lunch provided
“Letting go isn’t losing control—it’s leadership.”
Delegation and accountability are the quiet engines of great teams. This course goes beyond just assigning tasks; it teaches how to delegate in a way that builds ownership, autonomy, and results. You’ll explore tools for tracking progress, creating alignment, and fostering a culture where people follow through because they want to, not just because they have to.
*Zoom participation is available at Iowa Western center locations only.

Wednesday May 6th2026 11:00am-1:30pm Council Bluffs Campus-Looft Hall #023 – Lunch provided
“You don’t need to be flashy. You need to be clear and real.” 
Whether you’re pitching, presenting, or leading a meeting: craft your communication style and create your core messages to resonate and yield results. Learn storytelling for impact and communicate with presence—even if speaking isn’t your favorite.
*Zoom participation is available at Iowa Western center locations only.

Wednesday May 13th 202611:00am-1:30pm Council Bluffs Campus-Looft Hall #023 – Lunch provided
“True leadership can’t be assigned. It has to be earned.”
This session explores what it means to grow from positional leadership (title-based) to influential leadership (trust-based). Inspired by John Maxwell’s “5 Levels of Leadership,” this class helps participants identify their current leadership level and build habits that develop credibility, deepen connection, and expand their influence—regardless of role. It’s perfect for those shifting from “I’m the boss” to “I’m the kind of leader people choose to follow.”

Class Orientation: Thursday, May 28, 2026 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm – Looft Hall, Room 022
Hands-On Salon: Starting Tuesday, June 2, 2026  until Thursday, August 27, 2026, every Tu/Wed/Th 9:00 am – 3:30 pm – Dodge Hall, Room 1205
The Professional Dog Grooming certificate equips students with the essential skills for a successful career in the grooming industry. The completion of this course prepares you for the eligibility to sit for the AKC-PGC Exam and earn your industry credential. This course will involve numerous Zoom sessions and extensive self-paced learning to cover all the necessary material to ensure thorough understanding and preparation before working hands-on in the grooming salon.

*Students are required to wear closed-toe shoes. 

Class Orientation: Thursday, September 10, 2026 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm – Looft Hall, Room 022
Hands-On Salon: Starting Tuesday, September 15, 2026  until Thursday, December 10, 2026, every Tu/Wed/Th 9:00 am – 3:30 pm – Dodge Hall, Room 1205
The Professional Dog Grooming certificate equips students with the essential skills for a successful career in the grooming industry. The completion of this course prepares you for the eligibility to sit for the AKC-PGC Exam and earn your industry credential. This course will involve numerous Zoom sessions and extensive self-paced learning to cover all the necessary material to ensure thorough understanding and preparation before working hands-on in the grooming salon.
 

Sunday, October 11, 2026. 8:00-2:00pm at Iron and Willow Salon

This continuing education course is designed for licensed cosmetologists looking to refine their skills, stay updated on industry trends, and meet licensure renewal requirements. Participants will explore advanced techniques, product innovations, and business strategies to elevate their professional practice while fostering creativity and client satisfaction. This course will be 2 hours of Iowa Law and 4 hours of continuing education.

Iron and Willow Salon:
4111 South 9th Street, Suite 1 
Council Bluffs, IA 51501