Wokforce Develoment

Welcome

The Drake State Community College Workforce Development Department offers innovative training programs designed to meet evolving workforce demands. By collaborating with local businesses, industry leaders, and community organizations, we ensure our programs stay relevant. With flexible learning options like online, evening, and hybrid classes, we make education accessible to all.

What We Offer

Certificates and Degrees: Our courses are developed in collaboration with local employers to ensure relevance and practical application. We offer training in high-demand fields such as healthcare, welding, machining.Our courses are developed in collaboration with local employers to ensure relevance and practical application. We offer training in high-demand fields such as healthcare, welding, machining.
Certification Programs: We provide a variety of certification programs that enhance professional credentials and improve job prospects. These programs are designed for both entry-level workers and seasoned professionals looking to advance their careers.

Workforce Programs

Medical Careers

Certified Nurse Aide
Medication Aid Certification
Medical Billing and Coding (COMING SOON)
Phlebotomy (COMING SOON)
Massage Therapy (COMING SOON)

Corporate Training

Drake State Community College Workforce and Continuing Education partners with businesses and organizations in our service area to identify their specific employee or team development needs and create a targeted plan to address those needs.

Whether we are identifying training needs, customizing a course for employees, facilitating meetings, offering one-on-one coaching, or working on strategic planning, we are here to help.

Certifications & Programs

CPR Training and Certification (Click to email CPR Instructor Rebecca Sims)
Certified Nursing Assistant
Work-Ready Welding Program
Intro to Service Plumbing

Scholarships

Paths for Success Foundation – Pathways to Prosperity Scholarship Application

Paths for Success Foundation is a non-profit organization designed to assist Alabama citizens in obtaining skills, credentials, and/or certifications that lead to gainful employment. The Foundation provides opportunities by eliminating barriers that impact an individual’s ability to participate.

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