Workforce & Skills Training

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Fast Track Your Career

At Johnston Community College, learning doesn’t have to follow a traditional path. Whether you want to build your skills, try out college courses, or just learn something new for fun or work—we’ve got a place for you.

We offer many classes and certifications in as little as 12 weeks. The popular programs listed below are designed to make you job-ready, quickly.

Biotechnology

Business and Legal

Real Estate Pre-Licensing

Education and Human Services

Effective Teacher Training for Substitutes

Income Maintenance Caseworker

Health & Wellness

Basic CPR & Life Support Training

Cardiovascular Technician EKG

Intro to Cardiac and EKG (SON 3001)

Massage Therapy Training

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Pharmacy Technician

Surgical Technology

Public Safety

Basic Law Enforcement Training

Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Training & Education

Fire Rescue Training

Skilled Trades

Electrical (NCCER)

Electrical Inspections

Emergency Medical Sciences (EMS)

Fiber Broadband Technician

Plumbing (NCCER)

Wastewater Treatment Operator

Transportation

Automotive Safety / Diagnostic

Defensive Driving

Motorcycle Basic Rider Course

Truck Driver Training

Search & Register for Classes

Discover available classes that match your interests and career goals.

Before you register, review our Enrollment and Refund Policies

Take the next step. Whether you’re earning your high school diploma, learning new skills, or preparing for a better job, we have the resources you need to gain the confidence, tools, and support to succeed in today’s workforce.

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Adult Education and Career Readiness

JCC’s Adult Education programs offer free classes to help you earn your high school diploma (GED/HiSET) or improve your English skills through ESL—empowering you to reach your personal, academic, and career goals.

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Career Services

Visit our Career Services Center in the Student Success Center to find out which path is right for you or get assistance with your job hunt.

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Employability Skills

Employability Skills training helps you build essential workplace skills—like communication, teamwork, and professionalism—to prepare for job interviews, career advancement, and long-term success.

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Small Business Center

Thinking of starting your own business? The Small Business Center at JCC offers free workshops, seminars, and assistance.