Occupational Training
“Workforce Preparedness for Today and Tomorrow”
“Hope, Opportunity and Jobs”
Occupational Training courses provide opportunities for citizens to prepare for new occupations or upgrade their knowledge and skill in their current employment. The opportunities are provided through single courses or a series of courses specifically designed for an occupation. The courses are offered in technical or vocational occupations and vary in length according to the complexity of the skill and the need of the employee or employer. Occupational courses can be developed upon request for a group or an employer and taught at a time and place convenient to those requesting instruction. Through these program areas, certification, re-certification, and short-term skills training are provided.
A variety of courses are provided for the professional development of individuals who need additional skills, upgraded skills, or new skills in these areas. Although degrees are not awarded for completion of continuing education courses, certificates are provided and students may become certified or may be prepared for testing and certification, i.e. state certification or apprenticeship programs. Courses include, but are not limited to, the following: