Business & Industry/Community Education

NACC Workforce Development & Skills Training Division provides educational opportunities for all adults, regardless of prior educational attainment. Programs in the Skills Training Division do not carry college credit, but often help students to obtain industry certification. The college offers a variety of customized training and community workshops intended to provide opportunities to learn various skills. Current opportunties for future workshops and options to enroll are below. Contact the NACC Workforce Team at workforce@nacc.edu.

The college periodically offers community education, open-enrollment courses related to recreational activities or other avocational training. Numerous online options are available 24/7. Watch the NACC web site for announcements and upcoming community education workshops or contact Julie George at georgej@nacc.edu.

QuickBooks Workshop

Needing help with navigation and numerous functions of QuickBooks? One-on-one with a professional to introduce QuickBooks Online user interface and the pros and cons of working with your accounting information online. You will learn by hands-on practice by using some of the interactive navigation features. The desktop versions of QuickBooks are not compatible with this course and should not be used. 

• Week 1 - Accounting Basics. Creating Chart of Accounts, Setup Bank Accounts, Recording Expenses, Paying Bills.

• Week 2 - Credit Cards and Loans, Recording Income.

• Week 3 - Invoices and Estimates, Billable Expenses, and Customer Credit.

• Week 4 - Sales Taxes and Reports. Whether you're new to QuickBooks Online or need a quick refresher, this course will empower you to take control of your business's financial accounting, all with the ease and convenience of an online platform. 

Date: Tuesday Evenings, October 22 - November 12, 2024       
Time: 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Location: NEW Workforce Development &Skills Training Building, Room 162 - Seating limited to 12

Cost: $125.00    Click Here to Register (opens in new window)   

Fiber Optics Technician - 2024/2025 Schedule

Basic Certified Fiber Optics Training (CFOT) 

This introductory course combines theory and hands-on activities. Participants will be able to install, terminate, and test multimode/ single mode fiber optic networks effectively and efficiently. Training prepares participants to take the CFOT test that is sanctioned by the FOA (Fiber Optics Association). Exam is provided at completion of class. 

Date: Monday – Wednesday, October 7-9, 2024 (2.5 days)
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Cost: $850 (includes books/materials/certification exam/ FOA Membership)  Click Here to Enroll

Certified Fiber Optics Specialist in Testing CFOS/T)

This 2-day program offers advanced training to technicians involved with the testing and maintenance of fiber optic networks. The program explains the variety of testing standards, equipment and technological approaches used in fiber network testing and splicing, and how to choose among them. Training includes how to effectively identify fiber network defects and provide Quality Assurance procedures to minimize or eliminate future network outages. Participants are prepared to take the Advanced Fiber Optics Certification Exam, provided the final day of class. To enroll specifically for this course, an enrollment link is emailed with proof of CFOT completion.  

Date: Wednesday & Thursday, October 10, 2024 (1.5 days)
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Cost: $750 (includes books/materials/certification exam)

Certified Fiber Optics Specialist in Splicing (CFOS/S)

CFOS/S training includes a complete presentation explaining the importance of high-performance splicing and details the points necessary to achieve these splices. The depth of this presentation is much greater than most textbooks and provides background information about splicing. An overview of OTDR functions and trace understanding is also provided during this presentation. 85% hands-on classroom activities will provide training in both fusion and mechanical splicing of either single or multimode fiber optic cables. Inside or outside plant fiber optic cable types will be utilized at instructor's discretion during these hands-on sessions along with fiber optics enclosures and splice trays. Exam provided at completion of class. To enroll specifically for this course, an enrollment link is emailed with proof of CFOT completion.  

Date: Friday, October 11, 2024 (1.5 days)
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Cost: $750 (includes books/materials/certification exam)

One full week of training, all three options ($2,350), October 7 - 11, 2024 (Monday - Friday) For all three training options, Click Here To Enroll Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. Seating limited to 12. Please submit your registration early to assure your seat in the class. Finish time is a function of the number of students in classes. Course location provided at confirmation of enrollment. Communications are primarily by email. Enrollment links update as courses progress. Next opportunity: January 6- 10, 2025.

BDI Datalynk web link: https://www.bdidatalynk.com/venue/rainsville-alabama Includes a pre-class study guide and much more.

Maintenance Related Assessments

Northeast Alabama Community College, in partnership with Ramsay Corporation, has the following assessments available. These are proctored online assessments that may be taken at the college. To learn more or to schedule an assessment, contact Workforce Experience Coordinator, Melissa Ledbetter at ledbetterm@nacc.edu.