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: Fall Night Class: |
Michael Yarbrough: 601.554.4643 or 601.554.4646 |
| CCMA Hybrid $2,000 |
Hattiesburg Woodall ATC 906 Sullivan Drive |
April 18-July 11,2022 Completed Applications accepted July 19-20, 2022 Aug.1,2022-Dec.9,2022 |
Michael Yarbrough: 601.554.4643 or 601.554.4646 |
| Certified Phlebotomy Tech (CPT) $500 |
Hattiesburg Woodall ATC 906 Sullivan Drive |
June 7-June 23, 2022 Tuesdays and Thursdays 8am-1pm **See application packet for more details |
Michael Yarbrough: 601.554.4643 or 601.554.4646 |
| Accelerated Certified Phlebotomy Tech (CPT) $250 |
Hattiesburg Woodall ATC 906 Sullivan Drive |
Friday, June 3, 2022 1pm-5pm AND Saturday, June 4, 2022 8am-4pm **See application packet for more details |
Michael Yarbrough: 601.554.4643 or 601.554.4646 |
| Pine Belt Works Manufacturing Skills Basic Level |
Hattiesburg Woodall ATC 906 Sullivan Drive |
On-going Registration | Rebecca Brown: 601.554.4644 or Stephanie Clark: 601.554.4646 |
| Forklift $50 |
Hattiesburg Woodall ATC 906 Sullivan Drive |
Friday, May 20, 2022 or |
Stephanie Clark: 601.554.4646 |
| EMT $1,000 |
Hattiesburg Woodall ATC 906 Sullivan Drive |
Jan. 4, CPR 5pm-10pm Jan. 6, Orientation, 5pm Jan. 11, 2022 class starts Two Saturdays a month |
Michael Yarbrough: 601.554.4643 or 601.554.4646 |
| OSHA 10 Hour $65 |
Hattiesburg Woodall ATC 906 Sullivan Drive |
Ongoing day classes |
Stephanie Clark: |
| Truck Driving/CDL $2,500 |
Hattiesburg Woodall ATC 906 Sullivan Drive |
Aug. 15-Sept. 22, 2022 |
Michael Yarbrough: 601.554.4643 or 601.554.4646 |
| Microsoft Excel Level 1 $75 Level 2 $75 Level 3 $140 (Lunch is included each day) |
Hattiesburg Woodall ATC 906 Sullivan Drive |
Level 1 Beginner: Level 2 Intermediate: Level 3 Advanced: |
Stephanie Clark: |
| Welding Level I $500 |
Forrest County Campus Building 7 5448 Hwy 49, H'Burg, MS |
May 16-July 28th, 2022 |
Stephanie Clark: |
| Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) |
Poplarville 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 a 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: |
| Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) |
Hancock County Center Technical Center |
TBD |
Troy Teadt: |
| Electrical | Dennis W. Fortenberry Career Center Highway 42 Carson MS |
Fall 2022 TBD |
Cheryl Frierson: |
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 publications, contact Eddie Sandifer, ADA Coordinator, 101 Hwy 11 N., Poplarville, MS 39470 or 601-403-1215or for inquires on Title IX, contact Alexandra Kennedy, Director of Resident and Student Life at 101 Hwy 11 N., Poplarville, MS 39470 or 601-403-1253.