In Demand Training
The following are the most in-demand careers in our local labor market that require only a short-term job skills training program. |
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C.N.A. (Certified Nursing Assistant) |
C.D.L. (Commercial Driver's License) |
Welding | Quick Certifications/Licenses |
WisCaregiver Careers has partnered with Northcentral FSET to bring you the opportunity to earn money while earning your C.N.A. (Certified Nursing Assistant) certification! Training is provided by one of the following employers:
- The Bay at NuRoc - Laona
- The Bay at Eastview - Antigo
- The Bay at Colonial Manor - Wausau
- Rennes Health & Rehab - Rhinelander
- Rennes Assisted Living - Weston
- Rennes Assisted Living - WI Rapids
For more information about this program, click here and contact your FSET case manager!
CNAs are one of the fasting-growing employment sectors in our region. This is due in part because of the aging Baby Boomer population increasing resulting in CNAs being more in demand at hospitals, clinics and other health care areas.
For more information, click the links below:
Mid-State Technical College - CNA Program Page
Northcentral Technical College - CNA Program Page
Nicolet College - Nursing and CNA Program Page
There is a significant shortage of commercial truck drivers. It is a career that offers high pay and good benefits. There are both over-the-road (overnight travel) and local positions available.
Fox Valley Technical College offers CDL Straight Truck and Truck Driving Programs. To learn more about the program, click HERE.
Northcentral Technical College offers a CDL program, based at its Merrill campus location. It is a 10-credit, semester-long training program and provides a lot of behind-the-wheel driving experience. This program is perfect for a person who has never been behind the wheel of a tractor-trailer. To learn more about the program, click HERE.
There are 2 main approaches:
1.) Karl's Transport offers paid training/paid tuition with 240k mile commitment as an employee of Karl's Transport.
2.) Karl's Transport offers paid training/student pays tuition. No requirement to work at Karl's Transport upon training completion.
To learn more about the program, click HERE.
Roehl Transport is a company located at 1916 E 29th St, Marshfield, WI 54449. They pay newly-hired employees to complete the CDL training and pay for the exam. For more information on the program and hiring process, click HERE. You can also call them at 800-535-0269.
The NorthCentral Region has many employers who need trained welders. All three technical colleges offer short-term and degreed welding programs. FSET is able to help fund the short-term programs that are not eligible for financial aid.
Mid-State Technical College, Marshfield, Stevens Point, WI Rapids
- Gas Tungsten Arc (Stainless Steel) Welding - 1 semester
- Welding Technical Diploma - 1 year
Northcentral Technical College, Wausau
- Full Welding Program - 1 year
- Gas Metal Arc Welding - 1 semester
- Gas Tungsten (Stainless Steel) Arc Welding - 1 semester
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding - 1 semester
Nicolet College, Rhinelander
- Gas Metal Arc Welding - 1 semester (8 credits)
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding - 1 semester (5 credits)
- Welding Program - 1 year
Advanced Welding Institute, Eagle River
This private training provider offers four short-term (40 hours) welding programs, plus a full Welding program (600 hours). FSET may be able to fund any of the short-term programs below:
Adding a license or certificate to your resume increases your job opportunities. FSET can help you gain the following quick certifications. Many can be earned in just a few hours.
Alcohol Server training is required to get your bartender license in Wisconsin and is often required for waiters/waitresses who serve alcoholic drinks.
Alcohol Seller training is required for managers and cashiers who work at a business that sells alcohol (such as a grocery store or convenience store).
Food Handler certification provides training on safe food handling practices that comply with Wisconsin law and regulations.
Food Manager trainings provide more intensive training to help workers gain the knowledge and skills necessary to be a successful manager in the food service industry.
The following online providers have been screened by FSET. Ask your case manager if you want to enroll in one or more of these courses.
ServeSafe online training provides three key certifications. FSET can pay for these courses and the accompanying exam.
ServeLicense provides the following training courses:
Learn2Serve also offers food service and alcohol service training courses that meet Wisconsin requirements: