Workforce Training Center

Course Offerings

Fall 2025 Community Education Classes

CPR Training

BLS Healthcare Provider CPR
Healthcare professionals learn to recognize several life-threatening emergencies, provide CPR to victims of all ages, use an AED, and relieve choking in a safe, timely and effective manner. This course is recommended for all healthcare providers including Doctors, EMS personnel, Physician Assistants, Dentists, Nurses, Respiratory Therapists and Nursing Assistants. Course length: 4 to 5 hours.
Saturdays 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
August 16 --- CPR 657 Registration
September 27 --- CPR 658 Registration
Cost: $74

Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED
This American Heart Association (AHA) approved course teaches basic first aid skills such as removing gloves aseptically, identifying medical emergencies including administration of an Epinephrine Pen, stopping bleeding and proper bandaging techniques and learn basic CPR skills such as performing a head tilt-chin lift, giving high quality chest compressions and breaths as well as basic AED (Automatic External Defibrillation) operations. Skills are taught using AHA’s research proven Practice-While-Watching technique which allows Instructors to observe students, provide feedback and guide students in their acquisition of skills during class.
Saturdays 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
October 18 --- CPR 659 Registration
Cost: $65

PD0110 NCCER Core

Introduction to Basic Construction Skills prepares individuals for entry-level positions on project sites by providing the basics in safety, hand and power tools, construction math, materials handling, construction drawings, communication and employability skills. This course consists of classroom and laboratory experiences.
Days, Dates: Mondays/Wednesdays & Fridays. August 18 – October 11
Times: 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm
Cost: $1,000
FREE for a limited time to community members!
Made possible by the generous donation by UNM-Valencia and the Higher Education Department
Please contact unmvwtc@unm.edu for more information.

PD0101 Blueprint Reading
An introductory course in blueprint reading to help the student interpret the ideas of others and to express his/ her own ideas in an understandable manner through drawings. It will stress the necessary skills and processes used in architectural drafting. The students will have the opportunity to develop their own originality and ingenuity. This course consists of classroom and laboratory experiences.
Days, Dates: Mondays/Wednesdays & Fridays. October 13 – December 14
Times: 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm
Cost: $850
FREE for a limited time to community members!
Made possible by the generous donation by UNM-Valencia and the Higher Education Department
Please contact unmvwtc@unm.edu for more information.

PD0109 OSHA 10 Construction Industry Certification
This 10-hour OSHA Construction Safety Training, based on 29 CFR 1926 regulations, is designed for entry-level workers in the construction industry. The course provides essential training on the recognition, avoidance, and prevention of jobsite hazards, promoting a culture of safety and regulatory compliance.

Participants will receive instruction on key topics including OSHA’s role, the Focus Four hazards (Falls, Electrocution, Struck-By, and Caught-In/Between), Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Health Hazards in Construction, and other important safety practices relevant to construction environments. Students who successfully complete the OSHA 10 course receive an OSHA 10 certification card.
Days, Dates: Mondays/Wednesdays & Fridays 8/18, 8/20, 8/22 & 8/25
Times: 1:30 pm – 4pm
Cost: $280
FREE for a limited time to community members!
Made possible by the generous donation by UNM-Valencia and the Higher Education Department
Please contact unmvwtc@unm.edu for more information.

PD0116 Print Reading for Welders
Participants will learn to read and interpret prints and welding symbols and transfer this knowledge to the workplace with layout tools and measuring instruments. Student Learning Outcomes 1. Identify, read and follow AWS welding symbols. 2. Demonstrate the ability to interpret orthographic and isometric drawings. 3. Demonstrate the ability to read/interpret pipe welding drawing and schematics. 4. Demonstrate proficiency in mathematics utilized in welding and fabrication.
Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays; August 18 – October 11
Times: 8 am – 10:15 am
Location: UNM Valencia Campus (Tome)
Cost: $850
FREE for a limited time to community members!
Made possible by the generous donation by UNM-Valencia and the Higher Education Department
Please contact unmvwtc@unm.edu for more information.

PD0117 Arc Welding I
This course will cover introductory theory and practical applications of structural plate welding, welding safety, handheld torch cutting operations and equipment set up. The development of student skills using the Shielded Metal Arc Welding process in all positions will be stressed. The standards of this course are set by the American Welding Society and utilized in both classroom study and laboratory work.
Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays; October 13 – December 14
Times: 8 am – 10:15 am
Location: UNM Valencia Campus (Tome)
Cost: $1,200
FREE for a limited time to community members!
Made possible by the generous donation by UNM-Valencia and the Higher Education Department
Please contact unmvwtc@unm.edu for more information.

PD0112 Leadership vs Management Part I Foundations
Kick off your leadership journey by exploring the key differences between leadership and management. Through videos, self-assessments, and guided discussions, you'll identify your leadership style, reflect on real-world examples, and learn how to recognize and avoid toxic leadership behaviors. A powerful start to becoming the leader your team needs.
Saturdays: 8/30 – 9/20/2025
Times: 11:30 am – 1:30 pm
Cost: $300
FREE for a limited time to community members!
Made possible by the generous donation by UNM-Valencia and the Higher Education Department
Please contact unmvwtc@unm.edu for more information.

PD0108 Computer Basics
This introductory course is designed for individuals seeking to build foundational computer skills for personal, academic, or professional use. Over six hands-on classes, students will gain practical experience with essential computer applications and tools. Microsoft Word, File Management, setup and use of email accounts including composing and managing attachments; Internet Basics and Microsoft PowerPoint. By the end of this course, participants will be comfortable using core computer applications and will have developed confidence to apply their new digital skills in everyday situations.
Saturdays: 8/30 – 10/4/2025
Times: 9-11 am
Cost: $300
FREE for a limited time to community members!
Made possible by the generous donation by UNM-Valencia and the Higher Education Department
Please contact unmvwtc@unm.edu for more information.

PD0105 Bookkeeping for Small Business
Are you struggling to maintain detailed finances with your small business? Let this course help you gain the confidence needed to help monitor your company’s financial health and activity. We will cover the importance of controlling your small business financial transactions and spending activities. This three-hour course will introduce you to basic accounting principles and bookkeeping practices to help you understand the most important aspect of your small business. Tools and handouts will be provided to help you become more equipped to set a strong financial foundation for growth and small business success.
Friday, October 10
Times: 9 am – 12 pm
Cost: $250
FREE for a limited time to community members!
Made possible by the generous donation by UNM-Valencia and the Higher Education Department
Please contact unmvwtc@unm.edu for more information.

PD0106 QuickBooks Online
QuickBooks Online (QBO) is the most widely used financial accounting tool and a great solution for many different types of business, both large and small. QBO is packed with cloud-based features that will give businesses more ways to save time, reduce errors and streamline your business. This 6-hour course will cover topics such as subscription levels, the setting up of your QBO company file, creating the foundation of your company file with the chart of accounts and product/service lists, connecting a bank account to the bank feed, reviewing dashboard and navigation bars, understanding the customer and vendor centers, and creating transactions. Online access and a QBO Test Drive company file will be provided.
Friday, October 24
Times: 9 am – 4 pm
Cost: $300
FREE for a limited time to community members!
Made possible by the generous donation by UNM-Valencia and the Higher Education Department
Please contact unmvwtc@unm.edu for more information.

Highlights:

• The Workforce Training Center (WTC) will effectively train the local workforce to meet the demands of the economic development in Valencia County.
• The staff and faculty at the WTC will prepare county residents with the professional and technical skills to meet employers’ needs today and into the future.
• Non-degree programs and credential-focused course offerings will focus on building soft skills and enhancing work readiness.
• The WTC will help local, community specific training to be available to the economy of Valencia County.

Facilities:

• Vocational labs, computer labs, classrooms, indoor/outdoor common areas, learning center, offices, and the Small Business Development Center
•  Technical and managerial assistance for small businesses, as it promotes growth, innovation, productivity, and revenue for small businesses in the county.
• Cost to build: About $7.6 million
• Square footage: About 19,000 square feet (roughly 45% of its 9 acres)  

Accreditation and Certification:

WTC Accreditation and Certification

Mission Statement:

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