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Skills Training Classes in Marion

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, continuing education, 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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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 3 Indiana locations
  • In Person
  • Instructor-Led

$60–115

Commercial Drivers License (CDL-A) - 160 Driving Academy

  • Next Level Jobs

Training provided by 160 Driving Academy at five Ivy Tech locations: Fort Wayne, Indianapolis, Lafayette, Lawrenceburg, South Bend, Connersville (Richmond) and Terre Haute.

  • Offered at 10 Indiana locations
  • In Person
  • Instructor-Led

$4,750–4,995

Early Childhood Make-it, Take-It

Early Childhood Make-It, Take-It Skills Training is a hands-on professional learning experience designed for early childhood educators and caregivers working with infants and young children. In Indiana, early childhood educators are required to complete a minimum of 20 hours of professional development annually, and this training provides high-quality, practical hours that support that requirement.

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

$0

Essentials of Human Resource Management

Our SHRM Essentials of Human Resources program provides a foundational overview of HR practices and behaviors. Through real-world applications and scenarios, you will be introduced to fundamental HR topics to help you effectively approach the challenging situations that you face in the workplace. Available as open enrollment for individuals or as customized contract training for employers looking to upskill their workforce.

  • Finish in 5 weeks
  • Offered at 5 Indiana locations
  • 100% Online
  • Instructor-Led

$995

Google AI Essentials Prep

Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping how organizations create content, solve problems, and automate routine work. This course offers a practical, strategic introduction to AI, grounding students in core fundamentals while building the hands-on skills needed to apply generative AI effectively in professional settings. This course is free through Google.

  • Finish in 1–3 days
  • Offered at 13 Indiana locations
  • 100% Online or In Person
  • Instructor-Led or Self-Paced

$0

SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP Certification Prep +

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 10–12 weeks
  • Offered at 7 Indiana locations
  • 100% Online
  • Instructor-Led

$1,500