Tag Archive: Training

ECC Offering Program to Earn CNA Certificate

March 31, 2022
East Central College’s Center for Workforce Development (CWD) is offering a new training opportunity to anyone interested in working in the health care field. The CWD will hold a pre-apprenticeship program to obtain a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) certification. The health care “boot camp” begins with an orientation Wednesday, April 13, and will run through… View Article

ECC Receives Funds for Student Career Guidance and Mental Health Support Center

June 17, 2021
East Central College has received $871,761 in state funding to create a new Center for Career Advancement and Student Wellness on the Union campus. On Wednesday, June 16, the Coordinating Board for Higher Education (CBHE) approved the college’s request to the Missouri Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development (DHEWD) for the Governor’s Emergency Education… View Article

Governor Tours Pacific Plant that Partners with ECC

October 22, 2020
Missouri Gov. Mike Parson toured Klauber Machine & Gear (KMG) Tuesday to highlight the Missouri One Start program. KMG utilized the customized training assistance which has helped to develop its workforce, and East Central College has been there every step of the way. Gov. Parson said the state made workforce development a priority two years… View Article

East Central College Hosts Event to Assist Food Stamp Recipients

December 5, 2018
East Central College is hosting an event to help food stamp recipients find out more about the state of Missouri’s SkillUp program, which provides additional access to childcare, housing assistance, job skills training, job placement, and more. SkillUp services are offered at no cost to eligible participants and are designed to promote employability and self-sufficiency…. View Article

Center for Workforce Development Searching for Local Experts

September 11, 2018
The East Central College Center for Workforce Development (CWD) needs talented people to help provide training to local businesses. It is holding a series of talent fairs this fall to allow those interested to stop by and discuss how their talents can be used. “This is a great opportunity for retirees or someone looking for… View Article