Short Term Training
Workforce Training Academy
Looking for a rewarding career, but in need of additional training? DMACC's Workforce Training Academy (WTA) empowers you to move toward a better paying job in industries that are in need of qualified employees. No matter what your prior education is, we provide the opportunity to get from wherever you are now to a promising career, a livable wage, and prospects for advancement.
Certificate Options
Certificate classes provide key skills for new and rewarding employment opportunities in targeted career areas.
Workforce Training Academy
Learn more about our district-wide tuition assistance program for short-term training.
Student Testimonials
See examples of how Workforce Training Academy has helped students achieve their goals!
88%
Certificate completion rate
77%
New employment after training
10
Locations throughout Iowa
*2023-2024 data
Where we are located
The Workforce Training Academy main office is at DMACC Southridge, 1111 E. Army Post Road, Des Moines, IA 50315, 515-256-4951. We offer certificate training at many locations throughout Central Iowa. Please click on a location on the map below to find certificates available near you.
Ames
Contact
Marlana Schnell, 515-249-2568, mdschnell@dmacc.edu
Certificates offered at this location
Carroll
Contact
Connie Hoffman, 712-792-8304, choffman@dmacc.edu
Certificates offered at this location
Newton
Contact
Jana Van Genderen, 641-791-1725, jjsilver@dmacc.edu
Certificates offered at this location
Perry VanKirk
Contact
Connie Hoffman, 712-792-8304, choffman@dmacc.edu
Certificates offered at this location
Polk County Locations
Contact
Mollie Vetter, 515-256-4951, mavetter@dmacc.edu
Certificates offered at these locations
(Ankeny, Urban, West Des Moines, Southridge, Transportation Institute)
- Commercial Vehicle Operator Training (Class A CDL)
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- Direct Support Professional Developmental Disabilities
- Dog Grooming
- IT/Helpdesk Fundamentals
- MIG Production Welding
- Nurse Aide (CNA)
- Office Specialist Plus+
- Phlebotomy
- Sterile Processing Supply Tech