Workforce Training

Workforce Training Consortium 5504 Krueger Drive Jonesboro, AR  72401 (870) 933-9788

The Workforce Training Consortium (WTC) is a unique training partnership between employers and educational providers: Arkansas State University, ASU Technical Center and the Jonesboro Adult Education Center. Designed to be employer driven, the WTC provides training and education for the existing workforce based on the needs of the members.

Curriculum Includes Courses in the Following Areas

• Supervisory Skills
• People Skills
• Technology
• Construction
• Electrical
• Welding
• Mechanical
• Assessment
• General Education
• For a complete list of curriculum courses, go to www.iwtc-near.org

WTC Is Unique:

• Membership is open to area employers.
• Classes are selected and Curriculum is designed by the members.
• Classes are scheduled around employers' needs to accommodate employees on various shifts.
• Classes are open to all members allowing members to economically train 1 or 100 employees.
• Educational providers assist in applying for training grants when available.
• Members save $$ by sharing costs and classes with other members.
• Specialized training equipment dedicated to industry training.

2008 Statistics:

• Enrollment: 523
• Classes Offered: 76
• Student Hours: 6446