WECD aligns education and economic development to extend workforce development courses, training and programs into the community, including custom designed programs for employers. Programs are offered to serve business and industry; individuals seeking employment, skills development, credentialing or career training; and lifelong learners looking for engaging ways to enrich their lives. Continuing education may be in the form of credit or career credit courses, online courses, or other formats such as workshops, assessments or on-the-job training.
The division offers programs and courses that are requested within the college’s service region. View our schedule of classes and register online at www.ph.augusoft.net. Anyone interested in a course listed in this catalog, or who has a request, should contact us at wecd@patrickhenry.edu or (276) 656-0260.
Our Mission
WECD is committed to plan, promote, and provide quality custom designed training and alternate learning opportunities for anyone, at any place, at any time to support improved quality of life and a vibrant community.
Career Credit Programs
Career credit programs are specialized offerings designed to provide the educational needs of the lifelong learners in the community. Although no college credit will be awarded for these programs, students may earn continuing education units (CEU’s) or Continuing Professional Education (CPE). Certificates of completion are awarded for each course listing for continuing education documentation purposes.
Thomas P. Dalton IDEA Center
WECD provides oversight of operations off-campus at the new Thomas P. Dalton IDEA Center in Uptown Martinsville. The IDEA Center is a hub for innovation and entrepreneurship. Citing a desire to see the college maintain a presence in Uptown Martinsville, the family of Mr. Dalton, through its generous donation, made it possible for the Patrick Henry Community College Real Estate Foundation to purchase the building which bears his name. IDEA Center stands for Innovate. Design.Engineer. Accelerate. The Dalton IDEA Center focuses on product and technology development and houses the college’s Fab Lab, a technology accelerator, and Community Development programs.
Programs and Services Overview
Employer Services
Custom Designed Training
Job Skills Assessments
Pre-Employment Training
Training Programs
Workforce Solutions
Business/Professional Development
Administrative Professionals Day Event
Apprenticeships
Communication & Grammar for the Workplace
Craft Artisans – Fiber Arts
Fine Woodworking and Woodturning
Glass Art
Jewelry Fabrication
Pottery
Customer Service Workshops
Entrepreneurship
HOPE Program
Management Boot Camp
National Career Readiness Certificate
Computers and Technology
Beginners
Certification Prep
Digital Photography & Imaging
Microsoft Office Training Series
Healthcare/Dental/Veterinary
Certified Nurse Aide
Clinical Medical Assistant
Customer Service for Healthcare
Dental Health Coordinator
Phlebotomy Technician
Spanish for Medical Professionals
Veterinary Assistant
Industry, Trades, Manufacturing
Certified Production Technician
Contractor Business Licensing
Electrical Groundsman
OSHA Training
ServSafe Manager’s Certification
Siemens Mechatronics Boot Camp
Siemens Certification in Automation Fundamentals
Tradesman Continuing Education
Innovation and Design
Fabrication Laboratory
Transportation
Auto Dealership Operator
Commercial Driver’s License
Motorcycle
Personal Enrichment
Creative Writing Series
Culinary Arts
Dance
English Language Literacy
Kids’ College
Math Refresher
Virtual Continuing Education
Computer Applications
Green/Renewable Energy
Health Care Careers
Industrial and Skilled Trades
Information Technology Training
Management and Leadership
Occupational Spanish
Project Management
Service Careers
Trades Training
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