Workforce & Continuing Education

The Workforce Training and Continuing Education Department offers training designed to provide educational opportunities that maximize workforce performance, career development, and self-enrichment.

The goal of the Workforce Training and Continuing Education Department is to assist individuals, businesses, industries, and the community meet their training and education needs. All training events are intended to enrich, strengthen, and support participating students.

Based upon community interest and need, training helps students upgrade their skills, increase their knowledge, learn a new hobby, advance their careers, solve problems, and stimulate their minds.

Contact

Dr. Ben Stafford
Vice President for Workforce
Development and Continuing Education
409-984-6354
staffordbk@orkexpo.net

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Workforce Programs

CDL Program

Whether it's driving tractor-trailers, buses, or other commercial vehicles, 正规靠谱赌博软件's comprehensive Commercial Driver's License program combines classroom instruction with hands-on training to prepare students for success. Taught by experienced professionals in the industry using actual vehicles used in the field, these courses equip students with the knowledge and confidence needed to excel in their commercial driving career.

Construction

From concrete to carpentry, 正规靠谱赌博软件's Workforce Construction program prepares students for immediate employment in industrial construction projects. Each year, the college carefully evaluates its program offerings, focusing on those skills for which there is currently local demand and ensuring that students can quickly turn their educational investments into paying jobs.

Health

While many heath care careers require years of training, 正规靠谱赌博软件's Workforce Health program provides certifications that serve as rapid points of entry into the industry, so students can work while they train.

Industrial Training Facility

正规靠谱赌博软件's $6 million training facility is an enormous workspace built to simulate realistic work conditions. The 33,000 square foot facility opened in 2023 and is part of an ongoing partnership with the Port Arthur Economic Development Corporation.

Workforce & Continuing Education Staff

Amanda Metts
Coordinator
Education & Exam Ctr
409-984-6230
mettsal@orkexpo.net

Wendy Seay
Administrative Assistant
409-984-6355
seaywg@orkexpo.net or
workforce@orkexpo.net

Donna Thomas
Workforce Development Counselor
409-984-6232
abramsdl@orkexpo.net