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):
- 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)
Workforce Participant Data Sheet
For additional help, email workforce@prcc.edu, or call (601) 554-4646.
| Training/Class | Location | Start Date | Workforce Contact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Aide $750 | Hattiesburg Woodall ATC 906 Sullivan Drive | Spring 2023 Day Classes Monthly: Spring Night Class: | Michael Yarbrough: 601.554.4643 or 601.554.4646 |
| CCMA Hybrid $2,000 | Hattiesburg Woodall ATC 906 Sullivan Drive | Ongoing Day/Hybrid Classes Pick up application packet at Woodall Center | Michael Yarbrough: 601.554.4643 or 601.554.4646 |
| Certified Phlebotomy Tech (CPT) $500 | Hattiesburg Woodall ATC 906 Sullivan Drive | Check back for Summer 2023 class dates. | Michael Yarbrough: 601.554.4643 or 601.554.4646 |
| Pine Belt Works Manufacturing Skills Basic Level | Hattiesburg Woodall ATC 906 Sullivan Drive | Feb. 9th, 2023 – Feb. 24, 2023 Monday-Thursday, 8:00am-4:00pm | Rebecca Brown: 601.554.4644 or Stephanie Clark: 601.554.4646 |
| Forklift $50 | Hattiesburg Woodall ATC 906 Sullivan Drive | Friday, February 24, 2023 | Stephanie Clark: 601.554.4646 |
| EMT $1,000 | Hattiesburg Woodall ATC 906 Sullivan Drive | Check back for Fall 2023 dates. **See the Application packet located on the EMT page for more details | Michael Yarbrough: 601.554.4643 or 601.554.4646 |
| OSHA 10 Hour $65 | Hattiesburg Woodall ATC 906 Sullivan Drive | Ongoing day classes | Stephanie Clark: 601.554.4646 |
| Truck Driving/CDL $2,500 | Hattiesburg Woodall ATC 906 Sullivan Drive | Day CDL Class 6 weeks: | Michael Yarbrough: 601.554.4643 or 601.554.4646 |
| Welding Level I $500 | Forrest County Campus Building 7 5448 Hwy 49, H’Burg, MS | May 13-July 26th, 2023 | Stephanie Clark: 601.554.4646 |
| Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) | Poplarville Campus, Nursing Building | Ongoing Night Classes Tuesday and Thursday 5:00pm-9:00pm Flyer Information | Stephanie Clark: 601.554.4646 |
| Truck Driving/CDL | Poplarville Campus | Classes Monthly | The Woodall Center 601.554.4646 |
| Welding | Poplarville Campus | Ongoing Night Classes: Monday through Wednesday 4:30pm-9:30 Daily | The Woodall Center 601.554.4646 |
| Welding | Hancock Center Highway 90 Waveland | Day Classes Ongoing | Troy Teadt: 228.688.3113 or 985.788.3257 |
| Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) | Hancock County Center Technical Center | Feb. 4th-Mar 30, 2023 Via Zoom on Tues.&Thurs. 6pm-10pm AND Saturdays listed: Feb. 4th&18th, Mar. 4th&18th, 8am-4:30pm | Troy Teadt: 228.688.3113 or 985.788.3257 |
| Electrical | Dennis W. Fortenberry Career Center Highway 42 Carson MS | August 9, 2022 – May 16, 2023 Tuesdays nights 5:00pm-10:00pm | The Woodall Center 601.554.4646 |
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 601-403-1546.
