

Course Catalog
Discover new interests, build valuable skills, and explore exciting opportunities at Life Lab! Our courses are designed to promote independence, personal growth, confidence, and meaningful connections through engaging, hands-on learning experiences. From cooking and financial literacy to career exploration, communication, social skills, and creative activities, our diverse offerings provide something for everyone. Each course combines practical life skills with interactive activities and real-world experiences, empowering participants to learn, grow, and thrive in a fun, supportive, and inclusive environment. Explore our catalog and find the courses that inspire you!
Financial Literacy

A hands-on course for understanding and managing money in real-world situations. Participants practice needs versus wants, budgeting, counting money, making purchases, reading receipts, comparing prices, and making smart spending decisions. Topics also include income, paychecks, banking, saving, debit and credit cards, and bills. Through games, role-playing, group activities, and real-life scenarios, participants build practical skills for greater independence at home, at work, and in the community.
Fundamentals of Baking

An introductory course in safely and successfully preparing baked goods. Participants learn to read and follow recipes, measure ingredients, use common kitchen tools and appliances, practice kitchen safety and sanitation, and understand basic baking techniques. Recipes may include cookies, muffins, breads, cakes, and other sweet and savory treats, with emphasis on following directions, organization, time management, teamwork, and cleanup.
Dining with Disney

Get ready to bring a little Disney magic to the kitchen! In Dining with Disney, participants will create delicious dishes inspired by their favorite Disney movies and characters while building essential life skills. Through fun, hands-on cooking activities, participants will practice meal planning, budgeting, grocery shopping, measuring, following recipes, kitchen safety, food preparation, time management, teamwork, communication, and cleanup. This magical class encourages independence, builds confidence, and makes learning everyday cooking skills fun and delicious!
Podcast Corner

A creative course where participants plan and produce podcast-style content while strengthening communication, social, and technology skills. Participants brainstorm topics, develop questions, practice interviewing, join group discussions, and organize their thoughts before speaking. The course focuses on active listening, turn-taking, follow-up questions, clear speaking, staying on topic, expressing opinions appropriately, and the basics of recording podcast segments.
Story Lab

An engaging, discussion-based course exploring novel excerpts, short stories, nonfiction, podcasts, and more. Participants discuss characters, surprising choices, different perspectives, and connections to their own lives and the world around them. Through interactive activities, they strengthen comprehension, communication, critical thinking, and self-expression while sharing opinions, making connections, and learning from one another.
Meal Prep

Get ready to take charge of your kitchen this fall with Meal Prep Magic! This 12-week introductory course is designed to empower you with essential kitchen safety skills and practical strategies for weekly meal prepping. Whether you are looking to build daily independence, save time, or reduce stress around cooking, this hands-on class will guide you step-by-step through planning menus and safely preparing your food. By the end of the program, you'll have the confidence, skills, and routine needed to consistently stock your fridge with delicious, ready-to-eat meals.
Career Exploration

Discover your interests, explore your strengths, and learn about exciting career opportunities! This interactive class introduces participants to a variety of careers and industries while helping them identify their personal interests, skills, and goals. Through hands-on activities, career research, group discussions, and real-world experiences, participants will explore different job opportunities, learn about workplace expectations, and develop valuable skills such as communication, teamwork, problem-solving, resume writing, and interviewing. Whether you're exploring career options or preparing to enter the workforce, this class is a great way to discover new possibilities and plan for your future!