Center for Training & Development

Training Programs at Powell

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HAZMAT Endorsement Online Training
October 3, 2025

HAZMAT Endorsement Online Training

This training meets new FMCSA regulations.  Students learn the basic HAZMAT competencies, including applicable FMCSR requirements when HAZMAT is being transported.  

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CDL Orientation - December
December 17, 2025

CDL Orientation - December

Come join us for an informational night to see what our CDL program is all about. You will receive all the paperwork you will need plus it will give you a chance to ask questions about our CDL self-paced program! All your questions will be answered,...

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Build Your Own Ice Fishing Pole
December 18, 2025

Build Your Own Ice Fishing Pole

Discover the satisfaction of crafting your own custom ice fishing pole! In this hands-on class, you’ll learn the basics of rod design, handle assembly, guide placement, and finishing techniques. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or just getting...

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Get Organized for the New Year: Tools & Techniques to Start 2026 Strong
December 22, 2025

Get Organized for the New Year: Tools & Techniques to Start 2026 Strong

Ready to start the new year feeling calm, focused, and in control? Join us for this practical, hands-on class designed to help you build an organizational system that truly works for your life.

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Heart Saver First Aid for Laypersons
January 16, 2026

Heart Saver First Aid for Laypersons

The American Heart Association's (AHA) Heartsaver First Aid course teaches participants critical skills to recognize and treat medical, injury, and environmental emergencies in the first few minutes until emergency medical services (EMS) arrive.

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Career Ignite - Recruiting, Hiring & Retaining Excellent Employees
January 16, 2026

Career Ignite - Recruiting, Hiring & Retaining Excellent Employees

Employee recruitment and retention challenges are common to all employers regardless of the industry or type of organization and greatly impacted by the preferences of the current working population. Whether you are a seasoned employer with many...

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Surgical Technology Program
January 19, 2026

Surgical Technology Program

This 18-month hybrid course will help surgical technologists learn the general functions in and around the operating room Surgical technologists will learn to prepare operating rooms for surgery; sterilize and supply equipment; prepare patients for...

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Introduction to Welding, Safety & Career
January 19, 2026

Introduction to Welding, Safety & Career

Introduction to Welding, Safety & Career will introduce you to the various types of welding methods and equipment used along with the importance of personal protection and safety. This course will mix lectures with hands-on experience. Emphasis being...

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CDL Orientation - January
January 21, 2026

CDL Orientation - January

Come join us for an informational night to see what our CDL program is all about. You will receive all the paperwork you will need plus it will give you a chance to ask questions about our CDL self-paced program! All your questions will be answered,...

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CDL Orientation - February
February 18, 2026

CDL Orientation - February

Come join us for an informational night to see what our CDL program is all about. You will receive all the paperwork you will need plus it will give you a chance to ask questions about our CDL self-paced program! All your questions will be answered,...

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Geriatric Emergency Care for Community Members
February 20, 2026

Geriatric Emergency Care for Community Members

The NAEMT Geriatric Education for EMS (GEMS) course provides prehospital practitioners with the skills and knowledge to address the unique medical, social, and environmental challenges of older adults to improve their quality of care.

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CDL Orientation - March
March 11, 2026

CDL Orientation - March

Come join us for an informational night to see what our CDL program is all about. You will receive all the paperwork you will need plus it will give you a chance to ask questions about our CDL self-paced program! All your questions will be answered,...

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Pre-hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)
March 19, 2026

Pre-hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)

The NAEMT Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) course is the leading continuing education program for prehospital trauma care, teaching students to improve rapid assessment, critical thinking, and intervention skills for adult and pediatric multi-system...

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Beyond Essential: The Power of Stellar Customer Service
March 26, 2026

Beyond Essential: The Power of Stellar Customer Service

Customer service isn’t just a necessity—it’s the heartbeat of your business success! Join us for Beyond Essential: The Power of Stellar Customer Service, a dynamic, hands-on workshop presented by Northwest College's Center for Training and...

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CDL Orientation - April
April 15, 2026

CDL Orientation - April

Come join us for an informational night to see what our CDL program is all about. You will receive all the paperwork you will need plus it will give you a chance to ask questions about our CDL self-paced program! All your questions will be answered,...

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All Hazards Disaster Response
May 15, 2026

All Hazards Disaster Response

The NAEMT All Hazards Disaster Response (AHDR) course provides EMS practitioners with a comprehensive, systems-based approach to prepare for and manage patients during various mass-casualty incidents, including natural disasters, infrastructure failures,...

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CDL Orientation - May
May 20, 2026

CDL Orientation - May

Come join us for an informational night to see what our CDL program is all about. You will receive all the paperwork you will need plus it will give you a chance to ask questions about our CDL self-paced program! All your questions will be answered,...

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Contact

Christi Greaham | Training & Development Program Associate | christi.greaham@nwc.edu | 307-754-6062

OR

Carri Dobbins | Senior Office Assistant for Training and Development | carri.dobbins@nwc.edu | 307-754-6257