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Workforce Training and Development
Short-term, workforce programs are offered by Northshore Technical Community College's Workforce Training and Development Division. Please explore these classes that are starting soon or scroll down to view the complete list of workforce courses.
Courses Open for Enrollment
These classes will begin soon. Enrollment may be currently open or will be open soon. Click on each program for the dates, schedule and registration information.
Construction Site Safety Technician class now open for registration
EMT Classes now open for registration
- Be able to pass a background check and drug screen prior to the Bureau of EMS test
- Be 18 years or older
- Have a high school diploma or equivalency
- Have reliable daily transportation to and from class.
Tuition Cost: $1995.00
Tuition assistance is available for eligible candidates through Geaux Jobs (https://www.geauxjobs.org/locations/tangipahoa-st-helena-parish-hammond) or Tri-Parish Works (https://www.triparishworks.net/). You must contact the appropriate office to determine eligibility. Once determined eligible, you must contact NTCC Workforce Division at 985-545-1667.
16 student max....ENROLL TODAY!
Use CRN: 20599 when registering.
EMT Classes now open for registration
(NOTE: Will have to ride in an ambulance for a total of 24 hours - this will be outside of scheduled class time)
Tuition Cost: $1995.00
Tuition assistance is available for eligible candidates through Geaux Jobs (https://www.geauxjobs.org/locations/tangipahoa-st-helena-parish-hammond) or Tri-Parish Works (https://www.triparishworks.net/). You must contact the appropriate office to determine eligibility. Once determined eligible, you must contact NTCC Workforce Division at 985-545-1667.
16 student max....ENROLL TODAY!
Use CRN: 20599 when registering.
Check out this video that provides a closer look at our EMT program:
Forklift classes now open for registration
65556 Centerpoint Blvd, Lacombe, LA 70445
Class Day and Time: Saturday from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Use CRN: 20990 when registering
Date: May 17, 2025
Class Day and Time: Saturday from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Use CRN: 21015 when registering
111 Pride Drive, Hammond, LA 70401
11640 Burgess Ave., Walker, LA 70785
1710 Sullivan Drive, Bogalusa, LA 70427
- Be 18 years or older
Heavy Equipment Operator Class begins in
May 2025
Attend one of our Information Sessions to learn more!
Complete Workforce Development Course List
The following are workforce, short-term programs offered by Northshore Technical Community College's Workforce Training and Development Division.
Click on each program for the program description, dates for upcoming classes, registration and enrollment information.
Course teaches Cloud Computing Concepts, AWS Services, Pricing and Support, Cloud Architecture & Technology, and Cloud Networking & Security, Prepare students for the AWS Clous Practitioners certification exam.
If you are interested in this program and would like us to contact you when the next class is scheduled, please complete the form below.
Gain hands-on skills with basic carpentry tools, learn terms and techniques used in the Carpentry field and earn NCCER Core and Level 1 Building Technology certifcations. Those successfully completing this 12 week course will earn 3 college credits that can be awarded when enrolling in the college's Building Technology program.
If you are interested in this program and would like us to contact you when the next class is scheduled, please complete the form below.
The Certifed Clinical Medical Assistant program is offered in collaboration with our industry partners.
If you are interested in becoming a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, please completed the PROGRAM INTEREST FORM and we will contact you when our next class is scheduled.
The Construction Site Safety Technician (CSST) course is designed for industry safety professionals, company safety officers, current site safety coordinators, experienced craftsmen, or foremen seeking to improve safety knowledge and skills. The CSST is appropriate for an experienced craft professional seeking a path into the safety profession.
CSST’s are responsible for overseeing safety fundamentals from training staff, to implementing steps to prevent accidents, to inspecting daily safety procedures. These professionals have communication and leadership skills and when incidents do occur, site safety technicians help with the investigation, file company reports, and immediately correct issues.
This course is perfect for those seeking to enter into a career in the safety industry, as well as, those who are seasoned professionals.
The Comerical Driver's License course is offered in partnership with Coastal Truck Driving School.
If you are interested in becoming a Licensed Commercial Truck Driver, please complete the PROGRAM INTEREST FORM below and you will be contacted when the next class is scheduled.
The certified de-escalation Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) training program prepares students to identify, respond to, and prevent low-risk crisis behavior with non-restrictive intervention techniques. CPI’s proprietary framework introduces a 4-step process for turning crises into an opportunity for positive outcomes. Course taught by certified NTCC instructors who are CPI certified.
If you are interested in this program and would like us to contact you when the next class is scheduled, please complete the form below.
CPR classes are offered often and provide lifesaving skills to help in responding to emergencies.
If you are interested in this program and would like us to contact you when the next class is scheduled, please complete the form below.
The Diesel Technician short-term certification program is a NC3 Kubota Tech program that provides Kubota-validated NC3 certifications. The Level 1 Certifications include:
- Pre-Delivery Inspection & Assembly
- Preventative Maintenance Inspection
- Basic Maintenance Procedures
- Basic Electrical
If you are interested in this program and would like us to contact you when the next class is scheduled, please complete the form below.
This 12 week introductory course in Basic Electricity and Residential Wiring allows students to gain hands-on skills and basic electrical and wiring knowledge. Upon successfull completion of the course, students will earn NCCER Core and NCCER Electrical Level 1 certifications. They will also earn 3 college credits that can be awarded when enrolling in the college's Electrical program.
If you are interested in this program and would like us to contact you when the next class is scheduled, please complete the form below.
EMT classes are now open for registration.
Refer to the section above, Courses Open for Enrollment, for information about the current classes.
The one week certification Fiber Optic boot camp provides students with direct hands-on learning. Three certifications can be earned upon successful completion of the boot camp---CFOT (Certified Fiber Optic Technician), CFOST (Certified Fiber Optic Specialist:Testing), and CFOSS (Certified Fiber Optic Specialist: Splicing).
If you are interested in this program and would like us to contact you when the next class is scheduled, please complete the form below.
OSHA requires any operator of a forklift to have completed a certified course. This one day course will provide the proper training in forklift basics, operation and safety.
Individuals must be at least 18 years old.
This 4 hour class is only $75.00. Payment must be made 2 days prior to date of the class.
Certification cards are mailed within two weeks following the class.
Refer to the section above, Open for Enrollment, for information regarding current Forklift classes.
This training meets OSHA standards and provides infrormation to individuals on how to properly recoginize hazardous conditions. It also provides the training for individuals to respond safety to hazardous situations.
If you are interested in this program and would like us to contact you when the next class is scheduled, please complete the form below.
The Healthcare Facilities Technician program provides the training necessary for individuals who wish to pursue a career as a facilities technician working in a hospital, long-term care or rehab facility. Those completing the program will receive the knowledge necessary to be work safely and appropriately in a healthcare setting. They will also earn multiple industry based certifications, including, EPA 608, Med Gas, Healthcare Emergency Power Professional.
If you are interested in this program and would like us to inform you when our next class is scheduled, please complete the form below.
The Heavy Equipment Operator program is designed to provide entry-level equipment operators the knowledge and skills they need to begin a career as a Heavy Equipment Operator. The program is a 14-week course, that covers Levels 1-2 of NCCER Heavy Equipment Curriculum. In this course students will learn heavy equipment safety, identification of heavy equipment, basic operation techniques, skid steer, utility tractor, excavator, and dozer. Students will also cover introduction to earth moving, learn to set grades, house pads, and basic maintenance. It is designed with classroom and hands-on comprehensive training and testing to provide the student a basic understanding of a career in the construction field of heavy machinery. Successful completion of the course will lead to an entry level operator certification.
NTCC has a strong heavy equipment program backed and supported by a large partner consortium made up of local construction companies right here in our great state of Louisiana. The partnership between the college and our partners allows our program to have subject matter experts involved with hands-on-learning and direct employment contacts.
If you are interested in this program and would us to contact you when our next class is scheduled, please complete the interest form below.
NTCC offers 2 HVAC ESCO Certifications to HVAC technicians:
EPA Section 608 Certification - Section 608 of the EPA Federal Clean Air Act requires that all persons who maintain, service, repair or dispose of appliances that contain ozone depleting refrigerants be certified in proper refrigerant handling techniques.
A2L Low GWP Refrigerant Safety - As the HVACR industry continues to move and innovate, the refrigerants that were once so commonplace are now being phased out. Replacing them are more energy efficient, environmentally friendlier refrigerants, known as Low GWP refrigerants. Many of these new refrigerants are classified by ASHRAE as A2L, or slightly flammable. The industry is also seeing expanded use of some hydrocarbon (A3) refrigerants, such as propane and isobutane. Students and technicians will require additional training for the safe handling and transportation of these refrigerants. (EPA 608 certification is a pre-requisite for the A2L certification.)
If you are interested in this program and would like us to contact you when our next class is scheduled, please complete the interest form by clicking the link below.
If you are interested in this program and would like us to contact you when the next class is scheduled, please complete the form below.
NTCC is a MSSC (Manufacturing Skill Standards Council) Authorized Assessment Center approved to offer a Certified Logistics Technician (CLT) Program. The CLT program is a nationally portable, industry-led program that prepares individuals for front-line material handling and supply chain logistics jobs in fulfillment centers, warehouses, distribution centers, and factories.
This short-term training program includes stackable certifications and in-demand skills needed for long-term career paths in over 6.2 million supply chain logistics jobs.
If you are interested in this program and would us to contact you when our next class is scheduled, please complete the form below.
NTCC is the only approved Yamaha Marine University (YMU) program in Louisiana. The partnership between the college and YMU allows our program to have dealer-level access to Yamaha Marine business systems, engines, parts, and manuals. YMU provides current, market-relevant resources, products, certifications, and curricula for students interested in pursuing a career as a marine technician.
The Marine Service Technician program is designed to provide entry-level technicians the knowledge and skills they need to begin a career in marine service technology. The program begins with a 10-week course, Introduction to Outboard Systems and Basic Maintenance, that is designed with classroom and hands-on comprehensive training and testing to provide the student a basic understanding of outboard systems and begin a career in the marine repair industry. Successful completion of the course will lead to Yamaha’s Introduction to Outboard Systems Certification, Forklift Operator Safety Certification, and NC3 Precision Measuring Instruments Certification.
NTCC is committed to helping combat the marine industry’s number one challenge – finding and developing a qualified marine service technician workforce. Our aim is to set the standard in training for the future growth of the marine industry.
The target audience for this program is individuals interested in entering the marine industry and building a career in marine service technology.
If you are interested in this program and would like us to contact you when the next class is scheduled, please complete the form below.
This program is available for INDUSTRY PARTNERS only.
Program providing additional training to Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in designated medication preparation.
The Certified Nursing Assistant program is a workforce, short-term Nursing Assistant program that prepares students for the certified Nursing Assistant state licensure exam. This program includes classroom lecture, hands-on skills training, and 40 hours of clinical at a long-term care facility. CNA classes are offered often throughout the year.
If you are interested in this program and would like us to contact you when the next class is scheduled, please complete the form below.
Phlebotomy program trains individuals to perform accurately and competently skin punctures and venipunctures, collect other specimens or cultures, and transport specimens for laboratory testing.
If you are interested in this program and would like us to contact you when the next class is scheduled, please complete the form below.
The Psychiatric Technician program is an 8-10 week course. The course offers three certifications to those successfully completing - CNA, Psychiatric Techncian, and CPI De-escalation Certification.
If you are interested in this program and would like us to contact you when the next class is scheduled, please complete the form below.
The Certified Survey Technician (CST) Level 1 program from the National Society of Professional Surveyors (NSPS) is an entry-level certification for those starting in the surveying profession. It evaluates a technician's understanding of basic surveying principles, including fieldwork procedures, data collection, and simple computations. This certification helps new surveyors validate their skills and knowledge, paving the way for career growth and further certifications. The program is 10 weeks in length.
If you are interested in this program and would like us to contact you when the next class is scheduled, please complete the form below.
Course is an introduction to the 4 basic welding processes. Students will earn NCCER Core and Welding Level 1 certifications. Those successfully completing the 12 week course will earn 3 college credits that can be awarded when enrolling in the college's Welding program.
If you are interested in this program and would like us to contact you when the next class is scheduled, please complete the form below.
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