Welding

Welcome to exciting new career opportunities in our Short-Term Programs. These programs are condensed curriculum certifications designed to prepare you for employment in an in-demand field with the goal of entering the workforce promptly. Our programs appeal to a wide variety of students, whether they are seeking a new career opportunity or to further their current skill set.

Find out more about available programs below.

To apply for a short term program, fill out the WED Application.

If you have any questions, contact Abby Cambpell at 304-424-8258 or Abby.Campbell@wvup.edu. Or contact Sami Daggett at 304-424-8275 or sami.daggett@wvup.edu.

Applications and Procedures

Programs

Community Health Worker

April 2, 2025 – August 20, 2025 | Mondays and Wednesdays

6 – 8:30 p.m.

WVU Parkersburg Workforce & Economic Development Building

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Certified Medical Assistant

April 1, 2025 – September 4, 2025 | Tuesdays and Thursdays

6 – 9:30 p.m.

WVU Parkersburg Workforce & Economic Development Building

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Dental Assistant

March 24, 2025 – July 7, 2025 | Mondays and Wednesdays

6 – 9 p.m

WVU Parkersburg Workforce & Economic Development Building

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Phlebotomy

April 1 – July 31, 2025 | Tuesdays & Thursdays

6 – 9:30 p.m.

WVU Parkersburg Workforce and Economic Development Building

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Manufacturing Production Operator

March 4, 2025 – May 15, 2025| Tuesdays & Thursdays

5 – 8 p.m

WVU Parkersburg Jackson County Center / Constellium

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HVAC Beginner’s Course – Jackson County Center

 March 4, 2025 – June 5, 2025| Tuesdays & Thursdays

6 – 9 p.m

WVU Parkersburg Jackson County Center / B&G Heating and Cooling

Class will not meet March 17 – 21 due to Spring Break

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Phlebotomy – Jackson County Center

February 3, 2025 – June 23, 2025 | Mondays and Wednesdays

6 – 9:30 p.m.

WVU Parkersburg Jackson County Center

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Intro to MIG and Stick Welding

January 24 – May 9, 2025 | Fridays

6 p.m. – 9 p.m.

WVU Parkersburg Applied Technology Center

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HVAC Beginner’s Course

January 21 – May 8, 2025 | Tuesdays and Thursdays

6 p.m. – 9 p.m.

D&R Heating and Cooling

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Nail Technician

January 13, 2025 – April 28, 2025 | Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays

5 – 8 p.m.

WVU Parkersburg School of Cosmetology

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Aluminum Welding

January 9 – March 13, 2025 | Thursdays

6 – 9 p.m

WVU Parkersburg Applied Technology Center

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Peer Recovery Support Specialist

December 5, 2024 – March 11, 2025| Tuesdays & Thursdays

6 – 9:30 p.m

WVU Parkersburg Workforce & Economic Development Building

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“I enjoyed the dental assisting course I took because it challenged me. I am currently 40 years old, so have not been in school in quite a while. I am a server at a local restaurant and even though it is hard work physically and I make a decent living it is not extremely rewarding, and it is not a career. This did wonders for my confidence, it proved to me that even after all these years I can do anything I set my mind to.”

Autumn A Pittman

“I have had a great experience with WVU Parkersburg’s Short-Term education programs. My daughter took the Phlebotomy course and was hired at Camden Clark, and my son who took an aluminium welding course through your program got a job at a local manufacturer as an aluminium welder. We are so glad that WVU Parkersburg is here to help so many”

Anita Enoch

“When Chemours finds itself with a training challenge, we’ve had great success partnering with WVU Parkersburg’s Workforce and Economic Development division. No matter what kind of instruction we’ve needed for our employees, WVUP WED has been able to quickly develop a customized solution to solve our problem and give our workers the skills they need to help keep us competitive”

Todd Fox - Chemours

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the registration process for short term programs different then how you register for credit classes in the main building?

Yes, it is also an online application. Please make sure to select ‘WED’ as the application type. If a student is paying out of pocket, they must sign a contract and set up their installment plan with the Business Office prior to the program starting. No refunds will be issued if a student withdraws from classes after the second day of attendance.

Is there a funding source for short term programs?

Yes, there is financial aid available through a grant called the Workforce HEAPs grant, which would cover the cost of tuition for the program. To qualify for the grant, you have to complete the 2024-2025 FAFSA and have been a resident of West Virginia for a minimum of a year and hold your high school diploma or equivalent. To find out more, contact one of our Program Coordinators.

Do I get any credits for the short term course?

Yes, we have the non-credit to credit conversion.

Do you have job placement?

We arrange clinical, shadowing, internships for students. It is the student’s time to shine. We receive calls weekly from Employers looking for employees to hire.

Do you have online courses?

Our short term programs are hands-on programs, and are all in-person. We do have a third-party partnership with Ed2Go, an online training platform with a wide variety of training options. You can view their training options here: https://careertraining.ed2go.com/wvup/

Online Training with Ed2Go

Online classes through WVU Parkersburg’s Workforce & Economic Development are an easy, affordable way for you to get the training you need to take your career to the next level. We partner with national leaders in online education to offer a comprehensive library of practical, career-enhancing classes available at your convenience. Our online classes are non-credit, and in many cases, can lead to a professional certificate in a number of practical areas.

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Instructor Led Online Courses

Career Training Online Courses

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