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More than 1,000 credit courses are offered each semester in more than 200 career and technical programs. Tri-C also grants short-term certificates, certificates of proficiency and post-degree professional certificates.

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Tri-C's Workforce Training provides both non-credit and credit training for individuals and businesses to assist individuals with skills leading to employment. Tri-C's Corporate College provides professional development and corporate training opportunities.

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Whether you want to earn a degree, improve your skills, get certified, train for a new career, or explore a new hobby, you can choose from many programs and courses.

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Explore your interests and find a program that puts you on the path to a bright future. Tri-C offers both credit and non-credit courses as well as certificate programs in most career fields.

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More than 1,000 credit courses are offered each semester in more than 200 career and technical programs. Tri-C also grants short-term certificates, certificates of proficiency and post-degree professional certificates.

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Workforce Training & Professional Development

Tri-C's Workforce Training provides both non-credit and credit training for individuals and businesses to assist individuals with skills leading to employment. Tri-C's Corporate College provides professional development and corporate training opportunities.

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Transportation Innovation Center CDL Testing Center Fees Class A CDL Truck Driver Training Class B CDL Accelerated Training Directions to Transportation Innovation Center Forklift Operator Training PIT Hazardous Materials OSHA 10 for General Industry OSHA 30 for General Industry Passenger Bus Training Supply Chain, Logistics Technology and Warehouse Program
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Whether you're a student starting your career, a job seeker advancing to the next level, or an employer strategizing for the future, the Workforce Innovation division is your partner for success.

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  • Financial assistance is available for individuals who qualify.
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Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering Programs

Highlighted Programs Completion Time
Advanced Technology Academy (welding, CPT, machining) Three months or less
Auto CAD and SolidWorks (16 weeks) Three months or less
CNC Machining and Composites Manufacturing Three months or less
Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Three months or less
Fiber Optic Technician and Installer Program Three months or less
Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC) Three months or less
Manufacturing Technical Readiness Three months or less
Precision Machining Technology (PMT) Three months or less
Automation Maintenance Technician Certificate Four to 12 months
Digital Design and Product Innovation (two semesters) Four to 12 months
Digital Manufacturing and Product Launch (two semesters) Four to 12 months
Industrial Maintenance Technician Certificate Four to 12 months
Introductory Welding Four to 12 months
Precision Machining Four to 12 months
Siemens Mechatronic Systems Certification Program (SMSCP) Four to 12 months
3D Digital Design and Additive Manufacturing Technology (one-year certificate) One year+
Apprenticeship Training Program One year+
Industrial Welding One year+
Integrated Systems Engineering Technology One year+
Utility Technician  One year+
Electric Vehicle Technician Self-Paced

Computer Science and IT Fast Track Programs 

Highlighted Programs Completion Time
Microsoft Azure AI Solutions Four weeks or less
Microsoft Office Training Four weeks or less
AWS Certification Two months
CompTIA Project+ Two months
CompTIA Security+ Two months
Salesforce Certifications Two months
Cleveland Codes Software Developers Academy Four months
CompTIA SecurePath Cybersecurity Boot Camp Four months
CompTIA A+ (Computer Support Technician) Four months
CompTIA Security+ (Security Support Specialist) Four months

Construction Programs

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Pre-Apprenticeship Training 4 weeks 
Skilled Construction Trades*
Carpentry
Cement Masonry
Floorlaying
Glazing
Insulators
Ironworking
Laborers
Millwrighting
Operating Engineers
Painters and Allied Trades
Plasterers
Pile Driving
Pipefitters
Plumbers
Roofers
Sheet Metal Worker

*Students must be currently working in a registered apprenticeship program overseen by the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training. Get more information here. 

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Continuing Education for the Health Care Professional One day
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Three weeks (accelerated course) or six weeks
Comprehensive Patient Access Specialist Five months
Comprehensive Professional Medical Coding 24 weeks (five-and-a-half months)
Community Health Worker Six months

Public Safety Programs

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Dispatch Communications Course Three months
Fire Training Academy Six to eight months
Basic Police Academy Six and a half months
Firefighter’s Physical Agility Prep Course One month
Physical Agility Test One day

Transportation and Logistics Programs

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Powered Industrial Truck (PIT)/Forklift Operator Training One day
Class B CDL Passenger Bus Training Three to four weeks
Class B CDL Accelerated Training Three to four weeks
Class A CDL Truck Driver Training Four to five weeks
Supply Chain, Logistics Technology and Warehouse Program Three months or less
OSHA 10 for General Industry Self-paced

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Videos: Recorded Information Sessions by Program

Get more in-depth information about each program in these recorded Q&As with the program manager who address common questions like length and cost of program and career outlook.

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