Workforce Training Center

Course Offerings

Spring 2026 Schedule

To register for any of these classes please call 505-925-8654 or contact us via email at unmvwtc@unm.edu.

PD0112 Leadership /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.
Dates: 1/24 – 2/14/2026
Days: Saturdays
Times:  11:30 am – 1:30 pm
Cost: $300 – Free for a Limited Time to Community Members
Room 1207

PD0115 Leadership/Management Part II Leading with Impact: Building strong teams and Positive workplaces
This interactive workshop is designed to strengthen leadership and management skills essential for today’s workplace. Participants will learn effective conflict resolution strategies, explore ways to boost employee engagement, and develop techniques for delegation and empowerment that build trust and accountability. The session will also highlight the connection between customer and employee satisfaction, providing practical tools to create a motivated team and deliver exceptional service.
Dates: 2/21 - 3/14/2026 
Days: Saturdays  
Times:  11:30 am – 1:30 pm
Cost: $300 – Free for a Limited Time to Community Members
Room 1207

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, set up and use of email accounts including composing and managing attachments, Internet Basics, Microsoft Power Point and Microsoft Excel.  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.
Dates: 1/24 – 2/28/2026
Days: Saturdays
Times: 9-11 am
Cost: $300 – Free for a Limited Time to Community Members
Room 1210

PD0102- Layout & Framing
A study of wood form construction techniques which includes methods of wall, roof and deck framing. Planning the layout of structural members is emphasized. Stress and strain on these structural members are studied in conjunction with the structural capacities of various types of wood and other materials. These courses consist of lab and classroom experiences.
Dates: 1/21- 3/13/2026
Days: M/W/F
Times: 9:30 am – 12 pm
Cost: $950 – Free for a Limited Time to Community Members
Room 1108

PD0118 – Concrete Finishing I
Includes methods, procedures and terms used in concrete finishing. Students identify methods to prepare, place, apply finishes and learn the different curing and protecting methods of concrete. Properties of chemical and mineral mixtures, tools, equipment and troubleshooting of concrete is also covered, while following the American Concrete Institute (ACI), International Building Code (IBC) and OSHA guidelines, procedures and regulation.
Dates: 3/23 – 5/15/2026
Days: M/W/F
Times: 9:30 am – 12 pm
Cost: $950 – Free for a Limited Time to Community Members
Room 1108

PD0120 SMAW- ARC Welding II
Reviews and builds upon SMAW-1 skills. Students will learn joint design and AWS standards for welder qualification testing criteria for weld quality and destructive tests (bend test).
Dates: 1/23 – 3/13/2026
Days: Fridays
Times: 8:00 am – 3:30 pm
Cost: $1200 – Free for a Limited Time to Community Members
Valencia Campus (Tome) Building & Technology Bldg. Room 117

PD0119 – GMAW Gas Metal Arc Weld I
Introduces Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) short circuit welding safety, machine set up and shutdown procedures. Topics include personal protective equipment (PPE), GMAW uses, advantages and disadvantages, constant voltage (CV) power source, polarity, electrode types, shielding gases, and weld discontinuities and defects identification and corrective practices. Lab exercises will include various joints in all positions.
Dates: 3/27 – 5/15/2026
Days: Fridays
Times: 8:00 am – 3:30 pm
Cost: $1200 – Free for a Limited Time to Community Members
Valencia Campus (Tome) Building & Technology Bldg. Room 117

PD0103 Construction Project Management
The project manager is essential to a construction project’s success, overseeing planning, organizing, estimating, and scheduling from start to finish. For residential, commercial, industrial, or civil projects, they coordinate all phases, applying project management skills to keep construction on time and within budget. Effective managers have strong communication skills, a deep understanding of the building process, and risk management abilities. They may also handle financial challenges, hire workers, and monitor daily site activities. The methodology and techniques covered in the course align with Project Management Institute’s Standards and can help prepare participants for CAPM Certification.  OSHA certification is preferred but not required to take this course.
Upon successful completion of the program participants will receive an industry recognized NCCER certification.
Dates: January 20 – April 16
Days: Monday – Thursday
Times:  4 – 6:30 pm
Cost: $1200 – Free for a Limited Time to Community Members
Room: 1207

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.
Date: February 6
Days: Friday
Times: 9 am – 12 pm
Cost: $250 – Free for a Limited Time to Community Members
Rm: 1203

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.
Date: February 20
Days: Friday
Times:  9 am – 4 pm
Cost: $300 – Free for a Limited Time to Community Members
Rm: 1210

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 am – 2 pm
January 24 --- CPR 662
February 21 --- CPR 663
Cost: $74 – Free for a Limited Time to Community Members

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.
Saturday 9 am – 2pm
April 18 --– CPR 664
Cost: $65 – Free for a Limited Time to Community Members

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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