Henry Ford College Workforce & Professional Development

10/22/2026

📢 CLASS UPDATE: Introduction to AI-Powered Productivity

We sincerely apologize for the last-minute cancellation of last Friday’s Introduction to AI-Powered Productivity class. We appreciate your patience and understanding.

We are excited to welcome you this Friday!

📅 Friday, October 23, 2026
🕚 Time: 11:00 a.m.
📍 Location: Henry Ford College, Building E, Room 180

Join us as we explore how artificial intelligence can help improve productivity, streamline everyday tasks, and develop valuable skills for today's workplace.

We hope you will join us!

📞 For more information, contact:
Arlicia Summerville
313-317-6602
📧 [email protected]

10/12/2026

TAKE FLIGHT WITH DRONE TRAINING!

Ready to turn your interest in drones into a career opportunity?

Henry Ford College is offering a Part 107 Drone Course focused on FAA exam preparation and hands-on flying experience!
Participants will learn essential drone regulations, prepare for the FAA Remote Pilot exam, and gain practical flight experience while exploring career opportunities in agriculture, construction, real estate, mobility, and other industries.

Sponsorships are available for individuals ages 17–26. Sponsorship consideration for individuals outside this age range is available on a case-by-case basis.

Course Details
Dates: November 2 – December 7, 2026
Time: 6–9 p.m.
Location: Henry Ford College, East Campus

Sponsorships: Available for eligible individuals ages 17–26; others considered on a case-by-case basis

Build your skills, explore new career pathways, and discover what’s possible with drone technology!

Learn it. Fly it. Build your future.

Contact Henry Ford College for registration information and sponsorship details. Email [email protected]

10/06/2026

Join us for an engaging conversation on The Art of Delivering Exceptional Customer Service!

On Thursday, October 15, HFC’s Small Business and Entrepreneurship Hub welcomes Jenni Yim of ZingTrain for a special presentation on building a culture of exceptional customer service and creating meaningful experiences for customers.

Whether you’re a small business owner, entrepreneur, student, or simply interested in strengthening your customer service skills, this is a great opportunity to learn practical strategies from an industry leader.

📅 Thursday, October 15
🕔 5–7 p.m. | Doors open at 4:30 p.m.
📍 HFC, Building E, Room E-146

Open to HFC students, employees, and the public. Light dinner will be provided.

Come learn, connect, and take away ideas you can put into practice!

10/06/2026

NEW DAY & TIME******

Want to Work Smarter with AI?

Join us for a FREE practical beginner course in AI-Powered Productivity and learn how to:

Write better prompts and get better results
Choose the right AI tool for the task
Understand AI ethics and responsible use
Build an organized AI workflow
Use AI for brainstorming and research
Work smarter with spreadsheets and writing
Explore AI-powered design tools

No advanced AI experience is required. This course gives you hands-on experience you can apply immediately to school, work, and everyday projects.

October 16 – December 13
Fridays
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Don't just learn about AI. Learn how to put it to work for you. Interested? Complete the Interest Form here:
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/Wxfy30qEk0

10/05/2026

Thinking about returning to school? 🎓

Check us out and discover how going back to school could become your next step toward reaching your career goals.

Whether you’re looking to build new skills, earn a credential, or explore a new career path, we can help you get started.

If you're 21 and older and looking for money for college, find out more at Michigan Reconnect Nights, Oct. 8 and Nov. 9.

09/30/2026

Ford Accelerate Event at Michigan Central.

09/28/2026

AI futurist and entrepreneur Hajj Flemings will speak about how entrepreneurs can make the best use of AI.

09/17/2026

https://www.hfcc.edu/news/2026/your-campus-your-resources-your-community

The first “Your Campus, Your Resources, Your Community” event will take place at HFC on Sept. 23. Students can connect with numerous HFC resources.

09/16/2026

Their Back!

We invite you to follow FiftyOne O One and become part of our culinary journey as we help develop the next generation of Detroit’s great chefs.

Our menu is inspired by local farms, markets, and seasonal ingredients—bringing the journey from earth to plate to your table.

Come as you are, enjoy a memorable dinner, and experience the creativity, passion, and craftsmanship behind every dish.

Follow them and come ave dinner with us.

https://www.facebook.com/hfculinary

The official page for the Henry Ford College Culinary Arts Program

09/11/2026

Have you ever considered pursuing a degree or career in CIS, Culinary, HVAC, Automotive, or another exciting field?

Join us for a campus tour at Henry Ford College (HFC) and discover the programs, resources, hands-on learning opportunities, and support available to help you reach your goals.

👀 See our classrooms and labs
🔧 Explore hands-on career programs
🎯 Learn about academic and career pathways
🤝 Discover how HFC can support your success

Your future starts with exploring your options. Come take a look at HFC!

Picture yourself as an HFC student. Your future is waiting! Sign up today for a free tour between Sept. 10 and Oct. 30.