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Skills Training Classes

Skill Up to Succeed

An Accelerated Way to Gain New Skills

Working adults have multiple demands on their time, and completing a college degree or certificate may not be something you can consider at this point. Ivy Tech's skills training classes (sometimes called workforce training, professional development, or certification classes) are open to anyone in the community. Each class is designed to help you stay relevant with new trends, skills, or certifications.

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  • Next Level Jobs provides Hoosiers FREE training in high-paying, in-demand industries through the Workforce Ready Grant. At Ivy Tech, that means you could earn a free certificate.
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36 scheduled classes found

Alive at 25 - Defensive Driving Course

This Defensive Driving Course (DDC) specifically targets drivers between the ages of 16 and 24 - the group of drivers most likely to be involved in fatal collisions.

  • Finish in 1 day
  • Offered at 1 Indiana location
  • In Person
  • Instructor-Led

$80

AWS Gas Metal Arch Welding (GMAW) Certification Preparation

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This welding certification course allows experienced welders to quickly achieve a specific certification issued by the AWS (American Welding Society) in the processes of MIG. MIG i.e., Metal Inert Gas welding or GMAW, Gas Metal Arch Welding, is generally used for large and thick materials.

  • Finish in 12 weeks or complete at your own pace
  • Offered at 2 Indiana locations
  • In Person
  • Instructor-Led

$2,600

Basic Electricity Fundamentals

The study of electrical laws and principles pertaining to DC and AC circuits is the focus of this Basic Electricity Course.

  • Finish in 11 weeks
  • Offered at 1 Indiana location
  • Hybrid
  • Instructor-Led

$575

Basic Life Support for Healthcare Workers (AHA)

Earn a certification in adult and pediatric CPR. This class covers important information for cardiopulmonary emergencies.

  • Finish in 1 day
  • Offered at 1 Indiana location
  • In Person
  • Instructor-Led

$85

Boiler & Pressure Vessel Inspector (NBBI)

Prepare for the National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors certification exam with this state-approved class.

  • Finish in 2 weeks
  • Offered at 1 Indiana location
  • In Person
  • Instructor-Led

$3,595

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) Certification Prep

The Certified Medical Assistance (CMA) course is designed to review the medical assisting knowledge areas in preparation for the CMA national examination.

  • Finish in 10–11 weeks
  • Offered at 1 Indiana location
  • Hybrid
  • Instructor-Led

$995

ChatGPT Prompt Engineering

This workshop aims to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding and practical skills in Prompt Engineering, tailored explicitly for the powerful Generative AI model ChatGPT.

  • Finish in 2 weeks
  • Offered at 1 Indiana location
  • In Person
  • Instructor-Led

$130

Class A Commercial Drivers License (CDL-A)

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Prepare for the Class A Commercial Drivers License (CDL) test with classroom and practical experience.

  • Finish in 4 weeks
  • Offered at 3 Indiana locations
  • In Person
  • Instructor-Led

$4,995

Conflict Management

This course covers the basic steps to managing conflict and conflict resolution in a professional setting.

  • Finish in 1 day
  • Offered at 1 Indiana location
  • In Person
  • Instructor-Led

$50

Dental Nitrous Oxide

This class teaches Dental Assistants to administer and monitor nitrous oxide.

  • Finish in 7–8 weeks or complete at your own pace
  • Offered at 2 Indiana locations
  • 100% Online
  • Self-Paced

$300

Emotional Intelligence for Supervisors

This course explores how emotional intelligence—the ability to recognize, understand, and manage emotions—can strengthen workplace relationships, communication, and leadership.

  • Finish in 1 day
  • Offered at 1 Indiana location
  • In Person
  • Instructor-Led

$350

Essential Skills for Managers

This course exposes and trains course participants to develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities to manage others successfully.

  • Finish in 1–10 weeks
  • Offered at 2 Indiana locations
  • In Person
  • Instructor-Led

$199–750

Facilities Operating Engineers First Class Licensing Seminar (ASOPE)

Introduces a thorough overview of boilers, operation and maintenance, as well as the basic knowledge and skills necessary to safely and efficiently operate a facilities plant.

  • Finish in 5 days
  • Offered at 1 Indiana location
  • In Person
  • Instructor-Led

$1,899

Facilities Operating Engineers Second Class Licensing Seminar (ASOPE)

Introduces a thorough overview of boilers, operation and maintenance, as well as the basic knowledge and skills necessary to safely and efficiently operate a facilities plant.

  • Finish in 5 days
  • Offered at 1 Indiana location
  • In Person
  • Instructor-Led

$1,899

Facilities Operating Engineers Third Class Licensing Seminar (ASOPE)

Introduces a thorough overview of boilers, operation and maintenance, as well as the basic knowledge and skills necessary to safely and efficiently operate a facilities plant.

  • Finish in 5 days
  • Offered at 1 Indiana location
  • In Person
  • Instructor-Led

$1,649

Historical Preservation: Window Restoration

This hands-on training course is designed for individuals interested in learning the craft of wooden window sash restoration, a vital skill in the field of historic preservation.

  • Finish in 2 days
  • Offered at 2 Indiana locations
  • In Person
  • Instructor-Led

$200

Industrial Robotics Bootcamp - Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) Level 1

PLC Technicians are one of the hottest careers in Indiana right now - learn programmable logic controllers in this bootcamp style training to get skilled up!

  • Finish in 4 days
  • Offered at 1 Indiana location
  • In Person
  • Instructor-Led

$750

Industrial Robotics Bootcamp - Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) Level 2

PLC Technicians are one of the hottest careers in Indiana right now - learn programmable logic controllers in this Level 2 bootcamp style training to get skilled up!

  • Finish in 5 days
  • Offered at 1 Indiana location
  • In Person
  • Instructor-Led

$800

Leadership Development

Learn valuable leadership skills, how to build strong teams, and ways to foster community.

  • Finish in 2 days
  • Offered at 1 Indiana location
  • In Person
  • Instructor-Led

$100

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Refresher Theory

The course provides a comprehensive review of medical surgical nursing, pharmacology, and dosage calculations.

  • Complete at your own pace
  • Offered at 1 Indiana location
  • 100% Online
  • Self-Paced

$0

Microsoft Excel - Level 1

This introductory course is designed for learners who are new to Microsoft Excel and want to build a strong foundation in spreadsheet basics.

  • Finish in 1 day
  • Offered at 4 Indiana locations
  • In Person
  • Instructor-Led

$125–145

Microsoft Excel - Level 2

This intermediate Excel course builds on foundational skills to help users work more efficiently with spreadsheets. Learners will explore functions, formulas, data analysis tools, and formatting techniques to create more dynamic and organized workbooks. Ideal for those comfortable with Excel basics who want to deepen their proficiency.

  • Finish in 1 day
  • Offered at 2 Indiana locations
  • In Person
  • Instructor-Led

$125

Microsoft Excel - Level 3

Master advanced Excel tools and techniques—including PivotTables, macros, data analysis, and workbook protection—to efficiently manage, analyze, and present complex data.

  • Finish in 1 day
  • Offered at 2 Indiana locations
  • In Person
  • Instructor-Led

$125

Microsoft PowerPoint - Level 1

Learn the fundamentals of creating polished, professional presentations using PowerPoint, including slide design, basic animations, and visual enhancements.

  • Finish in 1 day
  • Offered at 1 Indiana location
  • In Person
  • Instructor-Led

$125

Microsoft PowerPoint - Level 2

Take your presentation skills to the next level with advanced PowerPoint tools like custom slide masters, multimedia integration, and interactive features.

  • Finish in 1 day
  • Offered at 1 Indiana location
  • In Person
  • Instructor-Led

$125

Microsoft Word - Level 1

In this course, you’ll learn how to use Microsoft Word to create professional-quality documents that grab and hold your audience’s attention from start to finish.

  • Finish in 1 day
  • Offered at 1 Indiana location
  • In Person
  • Instructor-Led

$125

Microsoft Word - Level 2

In this course, you’ll learn how to use Microsoft Word to create professional-quality documents that grab and hold your audience’s attention from start to finish.

  • Finish in 1 day
  • Offered at 1 Indiana location
  • In Person
  • Instructor-Led

$125

Microsoft Word - Level 3

In this course, you’ll learn how to use Microsoft Word to create professional-quality documents that grab and hold your audience’s attention from start to finish.

  • Finish in 1 day
  • Offered at 1 Indiana location
  • In Person
  • Instructor-Led

$125

OSHA 10-Hour Construction

Safety training for entry-level construction workers

  • Finish in 2 days
  • Offered at 1 Indiana location
  • In Person
  • Instructor-Led

$250

OSHA 30-Hour General Industry

OSHA 30-Hour General Industry covers 29 CFR 1910 regulations. DOL card included.

  • Finish in 4–5 days
  • Offered at 2 Indiana locations
  • In Person
  • Instructor-Led

$550–750

OSHA Safety Seminar

This course aims to help participants understand how to improve their company's safety culture.

  • Finish in 1 day
  • Offered at 1 Indiana location
  • In Person
  • Instructor-Led

$120

Project Management (PMP) Certification Prep

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This non-credit skills training course prepares students to sit for the PMI PMP Exam and meets the 35-hour training requirement to sit for the PMP exam.

  • Finish in 5 days
  • Offered at 1 Indiana location
  • 100% Online
  • Instructor-Led

$1,175

QMA Insulin Administration Certification Training

This class teaches the basics of the endocrine system and insulin medication administration for QMA Insulin certification.

  • Finish in 1 day
  • Offered at 1 Indiana location
  • In Person
  • Instructor-Led

$150

Real Estate Broker Prelicensing Blended Training

Considering a career in real estate? In real estate, you have the power to earn unlimited income, be your own boss, work flexible hours, and guide people in making the most important purchase of their lives — their home.

  • Finish in 10 weeks
  • Offered at 1 Indiana location
  • In Person
  • Instructor-Led

$638

ServSafe Food Manager Certification

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Learn how to properly handle and store food to meet ServSafe® guidelines. ServSafe® Food Manager exam included.

  • Finish in 1–2 weeks
  • Offered at 7 Indiana locations
  • In Person
  • Instructor-Led

$150–165

SHRM CP/SCP Certification Preparation

SHRM Learning Systems offered in cooperation with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and is effective way to pursue your SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP designation.

  • Finish in 10 weeks
  • Offered at 4 Indiana locations
  • 100% Online
  • Instructor-Led

$1,500

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