Programs of Study
Skills Training
The Skills Training Division offers short-term, non-credit training through the Skills Training Center located at 401 East Cardinal Drive on the East Broad Campus. The Center provides a hands-on approach to give students the experience they need to be valuable employees. Prospective students can visit the Skills Training Center to register for any of the programs offered. Visit our non-credit terms and conditions. For more information about programs and costs, email skills@gadsdenstate.edu
Programs
Skills Training programs are available to those wanting to upgrade their skills or become better-trained employees. The Skills Training Division is a good resource for entry-level hiring needs of local business and industry.
Workforce Solutions
Gadsden State and Alabama Technology Network arrange a wide variety of appropriate educational experiences for employees of area businesses and industrial firms.
Funding Resources
Skills Training students are not eligible for federal student aid, but there are funding resources available for eligible students and programs.
Advanced Certified Nursing Assistant, Phlebotomy
The Advanced Certified Nursing Assistant program is designed to meet the growing needs of the community's healthcare system. It prepares students to perform routine nursing-related services to patients in hospitals or long-term care facilities, including phlebotomy. Successful completers are eligible to take the certification exams for nursing assistants and phlebotomists. Areas of employment include care in clinics, doctor's offices, home health services, hospice and laboratories. Find more information here.
Alabama Energy Infrastructure Training Center and Network (Fiber Connectivity & Electric Vehicle)
The Alabama Energy Infrastructure Training Center and Network (AEITCN) is built in partnership with industry leaders, designed by working professionals, and taught with a focus on real-world applications. AEITCN delivers workforce-ready skills through hands -on labs and instructor-led guidance.
HVAC
The Air Conditioning and Refrigeration program prepares individuals to apply basic technical skills and knowledge to repair, install, service and maintain the operation of heating, air conditioning and refrigeration systems. For more information, call the Skills Training Center at 256-549-8640.
Medication Assistant
The Medication Assistant Program is designed to complete in five weeks. The training prepares students to administer routine medications to patients in nursing facilities, assisted living environments, correctional institutions and more. Find more information here.
Office Careers
The Office Careers Program prepares students to perform the duties of administrative assistants. Instruction is provided in Microsoft Office applications, data entry, medical office procedures, records management, business calculations, accounting, career development and customized computer courses. For more information, call Baisha Woody at 256-549-8234.
Phlebotomy
Phlebotomy training prepares students to obtain blood samples suitable for testing in any laboratory setting. Once this fast-paced, six-week course is complete, students are able to enter the workforce and are eligible to take the Phlebotomy Certification Exam administered by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). Find more information here.
Skills for Success Programs
This free training is part of the Alabama Community College System’s Skills for Success rapid training program. Part of the training is offered online, with self-paced interactive learning. Upon completing the online portion of the course, students then complete hands-on training with an qualified instructor. The in-person labs simulate real work experience and test students for mastery of skills. For a list of training opportunities, visit TrainForAlabama.com or contact Skills Training at 256-549-8640 or 256-549-8234.
Truck Driving
The Truck Driving program teaches students to drive trucks and buses, delivery vehicles and other commercial vehicles. Successful completers earn a Class A Commercial Driver’s License. Find more information here.
Welding
The Welding Program prepares individuals to unite or separate parts by heating, using a variety of techniques and equipment such as brazing, arc, gas and laser operations. For more information, call the Skills Training Center at 256-549-8638.