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. PRCC Workforce Development (Wildcat Workforce) assist business 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 and upgrade marketable skills.
PRCC Workforce Development services include: (but are not limited too)
- 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, $500 | Hattiesburg Woodall ATC |
Day Classes Monthly |
Stephanie Clark: 601.554.4646 |
| Pine Belt Works Manufacturing Skills Basic Level, $125 |
Hattiesburg Woodall ATC | Ongoing Day Classes and Night Classes | Rebecca Brown: 601.554.4644 or Stephanie Clark: 601.554.4646 |
|
Clinical Medical Assistant |
Hattiesburg Woodall ATC | Monday, August 26 6 month Program Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 8:00-3:30pm |
Sonya Hunt: |
| Forklift $40 |
Hattiesburg Woodall ATC | Friday, September 6 8:00am-3:00pm |
Stephanie Clark 601.554.4646 |
| ServSafe $150 |
Hattiesburg Woodall ATC | Tuesday, August 20 8:00am-5:00pm |
Michael Yarbrough: 601.554.4643 |
| Welding $300 |
Poplarville Campus | August 19-November 13 Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday 4:30-9:30pm |
Cheryl Frierson: 601.403.1113 |
| CDL Testing, $150 provide own truck $250 PRCC truck | Poplarville Campus | By appointment. Must have valid permit. | Brad Ladner: 228.518.0309 |
| Truck Driving/CDL $1,850 |
Poplarville Campus | August 19 | Sonya Hunt: 601.403.1120 |
| WIN Computer Classes, (Computer Basics, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) | Picayune WIN Job Centers (provided by PRCC staff) | Day Classes Monthly 4-week rotation | Darby: 601.798.3472 |
|
CNA |
Hancock County Career Tech Center 7180 Stennis Airport Rd, Kiln, MS |
August 26 |
Sonya Hunt: 601.403.1120 |
|
Welding |
PRCC Hancock County Center, Waveland |
August 19-December 4 |
Troy Teadt: 228.688.3113 or 985.788.3257 |
|
Electrical |
Jeff Davis County VoTech 5082 Hwy 42, Carson |
August 6-May 12, 2020 Tuesday Nights 5:00-10:00pm |
Cheryl Frierson: 601.403.1113 |
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.