Workforce Training Offerings

Jefferson College’s Workforce & Employment Services (WES) offers short-term, career-focused training designed to help individuals gain in-demand skills and enter or advance in the workforce. Programs emphasize hands-on learning, industry-aligned instruction, and practical credentials. WES also provides access to funding resources, if available, for eligible participants.

Upcoming Fall 2026 Classes

Industrial Maintenance - Spring 2027 - Exact dates TBD

Certified Medication Technician (CMT) - 2027 Date & Times:

• Dates - February 9th - April 13th *subject to change*
  • 5-9pm Tuesday/Thursdays
    • 18 sessions
• **Must be a current Missouri CNA for at least six months**

Insulin Administration -

Insulin Add-On: Many of our CMT students choose to take Insulin Administration after CMT, it takes place immediately after CMT on April 20th & April 22nd.
**Must be a current Missouri CMT or MA-1 Caregiver**

Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) - Dates: 

Spring 2027 - Exact dates TBD

If an application deadline or class start date has passed, please reach out to workforce@jeffco.edu for information on the next upcoming class.
*Dates subject to change*

Rolling Admission Classes

Rolling Admissions classes are classes that you can begin at anytime after being admitted to the program.

Medical Assistant - Accepting applications now!

Phlebotomy - Accepting applications now!

How to Apply

Explore available programs and connect with Workforce & Employment Services to get started. A WES specialist will help you review options, determine eligibility, and guide you through the application and enrollment process.

Funding Resources

SkillUP (Grant)

• Assists SNAP (Food Stamp/EBT) benefit recipients to gain skills, training, and connections
  that leads to a new or better job.
• Covers full cost for several WES programs.
• Learn more about the SkillUP program.

WIOA (Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act) (Grant)

• Helps eligible participants access education, training, and support services that lead
  them into a new or better job.
• Has both Adult (18 & up) & Youth (14 - 24) programs.
• Contact your local MOJobs Center.

Fast Track Workforce Incentive Grant

• Provides adults with the education and skills needed to enter high-demand fields.
• Applicants must be at least 25 years old, a US citizen, and a Missouri Resident, and have filled out a FAFSA.
• May apply funds to eligible credit and short-term training programs.
• Learn more about the Fast Track program.

Sallie Mae (Loan)

• Requested and distributed on a selective basis after meeting with a Workforce
  Specialist for assistance.

Employer Pay

• Employers must submit a letter of intent to pay on company letterhead that includes: the student's name, program name, dates, and amount.

Questions?
Contact Workforce & Employment Services at (636) 481-3144 or workforce@jeffco.edu.