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Workforce Development and Lifelong Learning

Mission

The UA Rich Mountain Department of Workforce Development exists to provide education and training opportunities targeted towards professional and hands-on skill development in concert with the needs identified by businesses, industries, organizations, and individuals in our service area.

Workforce Development

Workforce Development is an ongoing activity with the aim of improving professional knowledge, skills, and competence for improved economic outcomes in our community. The College partners with business and industries in its service area to provide the targeted training for local needs. General and customized courses and training can be specifically customized for a company's unique needs. Our programs are available to meet the growing need of the workforce. 

Department Objectives:

  • Offer a wide spectrum of educational and training services to strengthen and improve the regional workforce.
  • Partner with business, industry, and community organizations to ensure that educational programs meet current, future, and entrepreneurial workforce skill requirements.
  • Create and promote professional development opportunities that are mutually beneficial to the College and its community.
  • Promote career exploration to assist prospective students in choosing educational programs suited to their interests and abilities.
  • Offer a variety of courses and programs designed to prepare individuals for a certificate, an associate’s degree, job entry, or transfer to a four year college or university.
  • Engage the community through effective and innovative programs and partnerships which promote economic development, social and cultural awareness, and academic growth.
  • Create and sustain a culture of evidence and continuous improvement.

About the Classes

The Department of  Workforce Development offers non-credit courses during the academic year and summer sessions. All academic policies apply to the Department of Workforce Development. Customized trainings can be tailored to suit the needs of groups, organizations, and business & industry partners on campus or at your business location. 

Cost and Attendance

Tuition and fees are based upon the type of training. Tuition is generally due at registration. Refunds for noncredit classes will apply only if the class is canceled. Students who fail to attend regularly are dropped from the class. The tuition waiver policy for age 60+ does not apply to Workforce Development classes.

For more information contact:

Kyle Carpenter
Vice Chancellor Academic Affairs
479-394-7622 ext 1300

kcarpenter@uarichmountain.edu