Whether you are in search of a certification for a new career or need customized training to meet your business needs, PRCC Workforce is ready to serve you.
A productive workforce is vital to our local economy. Our PRCC Workforce Development assists businesses and industries in Forrest, Lamar, Marion, Jefferson Davis, Pearl River and Hancock Counties to ensure companies have the best training possible.
In addition to serving businesses, the Wildcat Workforce Team also helps individuals gain new marketable skills.
Wildcat Workforce services include (but are not limited to):
- Customized Industry Specific Training for both pre-and-post employment
- Industry Credentials and Certifications
- Leadership Training
- Customer Service
- Health and Safety Training
- Quality and Process Improvement (Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma)
- Meeting and Training Spaces
- Comprehensive Testing Center
The Workforce Department is located at the Lowery A. Woodall Advanced Technology Center, 906 Sullivan Drive, Hattiesburg. To learn more about the programs and capabilities of Wildcat Workforce, call 601-554-4646 or email us at workforce@prcc.edu .
Pearl River Community College Workforce Classes (non-credit)
For additional help, email workforce@prcc.edu, call (601) 403-1241 or (601) 554-4646.
| Training/Class | Location | Start Date | Workforce Contact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant $750 |
Hattiesburg Woodall ATC |
Day Classes Monthly: |
Michael Yarbrough: 601.554.4643 or 601.554.4646 |
| CCMA $1,500 |
Hattiesburg Woodall ATC 906 Sullivan Drive |
Apr. 12-July 1 Applications accepted July 13-July 15 Aug. 2-Nov. 29, 2021 |
Michael Yarbrough: 601.554.4643 or 601.554.4646 |
| CCMA Hybrid $1,500 |
Hattiesburg Woodall ATC 906 Sullivan Drive |
Apr. 12-June 17 June 22-June24 July 12th Class Begins |
Michael Yarbrough: 601.554.4643 or 601.554.4646 |
| Pine Belt Works Manufacturing Skills Basic Level |
Hattiesburg Woodall ATC 906 Sullivan Drive |
Coming SOON! | Rebecca Brown: 601.554.4644 or Stephanie Clark: 601.554.4646 |
| Forklift $50 |
Hattiesburg Woodall ATC 906 Sullivan Drive |
Friday, April 23, 2021 |
Stephanie Clark: 601.554.4646 |
| EMT $1,000 |
Hattiesburg Woodall ATC 906 Sullivan Drive |
July 29, Orientation, 5pm Two Saturdays a month |
Michael Yarbrough: 601.554.4643 or 601.554.4646 |
| Welding(Structural Fitting) $500 |
Forrest County Center 5448 Hwy 49 S Hattiesburg, MS 39401 |
May 3-July 29, 2021 |
Cheryl Frierson: |
| ServSafe $150 |
Hattiesburg Woodall ATC 906 Sullivan Drive |
Ongoing Day Classes |
Michael Yarbrough: |
| OSHA 10 Hour $65 |
Hattiesburg Woodall ATC 906 Sullivan Drive |
Friday, May 14th, 2021 |
Stephanie Clark: |
| OSHA 30 Hour $150 |
Hattiesburg Woodall ATC 906 Sullivan Drive |
Friday, April 16, |
Stephanie Clark: |
| Truck Driving/CDL $2,000 |
Hattiesburg Woodall ATC 906 Sullivan Drive |
Classes monthly |
Michael Yarbrough: 601.554.4643 or 601.554.4646 |
| Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) |
Poplarvile Campus, Nursing Building |
Ongoing Night Classes Tuesday and Thursday 5:00pm-9:00pm |
Cheryl Frierson: 601.403.1113 |
| CDL Testing | Poplarville Campus | By appointment. Must have valid permit. | Brad Ladner: 228.518.0309 |
| Truck Driving/CDL | Poplarville Campus | Classes Monthly | Cheryl Frierson: 601.403.1113 |
| Welding | Poplarville Campus | Ongoing Night Classes: Monday through Wednesday 4:30pm-9:30 Daily |
Cheryl Frierson: |
| Welding | Hancock Center Highway 90 Waveland |
Day Classes Ongoing |
Troy Teadt: |
Pearl River Community College offers equal education and employment opportunities. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran status, or disability. For inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies or to request accommodations, special assistance, or alternate format publication please contact Tonia Moody Seal, Director of Admissions and Records, and ADA/Civil Rights Coordinator, at P.O. Box 5537, Poplarville, MS 39470 or 601-403-1060. For inquiries regarding Title IX, contact Maghan James, Assistant Vice President of Student Services and Title IX Coordinator, P.O. Box 5560, Poplarville, MS 39470 or 601-403-1253.