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Âé¶¹Ö±²¥â€™s Do-It-Yourself Courses provide a low-key way to take control of one of the biggest investments you’ll ever make – owning a home. No experience is required for these DIY workshops, located at our new Southeast Center in Drexel Hill, in the specialized Kelleher Workforce Development Annex, with all the tools of the trades.

Pipe Dreams

JSPD 9822 / Length: 3 hours

COST: $125

person at home fixing sink pipe

This engaging 3-hour workshop is designed for homeowners and DIY enthusiasts eager to learn essential plumbing repair skills. Participants will gain practical knowledge and hands-on experience to tackle common plumbing issues such as leaks, clogs, and fixture installations. By the end of the course, you will be empowered to handle basic plumbing repairs confidently and efficiently.

Date and Time

Location

CRN Number

Friday, September 18
6-9 p.m.

Southeast Center

CRN 1714

Patch Perfect: Mastering Dry Wall Repairs 

JSPD 9823 / Length: 3 hours

Cost: $125

Man repairing drywall at home

This comprehensive 3-hour workshop is designed for DIY enthusiasts and homeowners looking to gain practical skills in drywall patch and repair. Participants will learn essential techniques to effectively fix common drywall issues, including holes, cracks, and water damage. By the end of the course, you will be equipped with the knowledge and confidence to tackle drywall repairs in your own home.

Date and TIme

Location

CRN Number

Friday, October 16
6-9 p.m.  

Southeast Center

CRN 1715 

Electrical Basics for Beginners          

JSPD 9824 / Length: 3 hours

Cost: $125

Does the thought of changing a light fixture make you nervous? Do you have loose outlets or outdated switches you’ve been ignoring? It’s time to take control of your home’s electrical system.

Couple hanging light fixture

This empowering, hands-on workshop is designed specifically for beginners to demystify home electricity. Under the guidance of a professional, you will learn how electricity flows through your walls, how to safely shut it off, and how to confidently replace basic fixtures yourself. Working on specialized training simulators, you will get real, hands-on practice stripping wires, wiring outlets, and installing switches—all while the power is completely off.

Date and Time

Location

CRN Number

Friday, November 13
6-9 p.m.

Southeast Center

CRN 1716

Honey Do Carpentry & Finish Work

JSPD 9825 / Length: 3 hours

Cost: $125

Tired of living with a closet door that won’t stay shut, crooked shelves, or gapping baseboards? You don’t need to call a contractor for minor household annoyances. It’s time to tackle that “Honey-Do” list yourself.

Father and son working on carpentry

This highly practical, hands-on workshop is designed to transform you from a hesitant bystander into a confident household handy person. You will learn the core principles of carpentry, get comfortable operating essential power tools, and master the tricks of the trade used to level, trim, and adjust the woodwork in your home. Working on real-world practice modules, you’ll learn how to stop fighting your house and start fixing it.

Date and Time

Location

CRN Number

Friday, December 13
6-9 p.m.

Southeast Center

CRN 1717