CAREER TRAINING PROGRAMS
Earn a 16 Week Workforce Ready Certificate
- 16 week short term certificate programs
- High demand, workforce ready certifications
- Careers in the healthcare and industry fields
- Scholarship and self pay options for those who qualify.
- Fall semester runs August – December. Registration starts May 1.
- Spring semester runs January – June. Registration starts October 1.
To begin the process, click the button to apply or join the waitlist under the program of your choice. Our classes are seated through a competitive application and interview process, and not all applicants are admitted. Don’t miss out on your opportunity, apply today!
Thank you for your interest in Career Training at Wayne Township Adult Education!
Spring 2026 applications are now CLOSED for all programs except Praxis Prep. Spring '26 enrollment notifications will be sent out between 1/8/26 and 1/14/26.
- Spring ’26 Semester Registration is now closed for all programs except Praxis Prep. Applications will open again May 1 for fall 2026.
- Overview Program of Interest:
- Review the DWD Overview (DWD Button)
- Program Schedule
- Click on “Interest List” to submit an enrollment interest form (this is not the application form) when outside of enrollment times
- Click on “Apply Now” to start your application during open enrollment times
- Upload ALL required documents to complete your application. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed
- Sign up for a testing appointment and complete a TABE TEST – Fall ’26 testing window: 5/1/26 – 7/30/26 (TABE test scores are required for enrollment)
- Need help preparing for the TABE test? Click the LINK (Review TABE 13/14 Level M)
- Candidates with qualifying scores will be contacted to set up an interview
- A committee will review all applications, test scores, and interview notes to make enrollment offers
- Fall ’26 Enrollment Acceptance Decision Notifications: Will be sent by email between 8/5/26 and 8/11/26
- Mandatory Student Orientation (for accepted students): 8/19/26
- Fall ’26 Semester starts: 8/24/26
- Spring ’27 applications will open October 1, 2026.
Healthcare Programs
Important: All students who are seeking enrollment in a healthcare program must comply with the following requirements. WTAE does not accommodate exemptions since our students are not employees of the host sites and do not fall under the same mandates. Click (LINK) to see a list of the requirements.
WTAE-CT requires all healthcare students to provide an official copy of their up to date immunization records upon acceptance. Click (LINK) to see a list of the required immunizations.
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
A certified clinical medical assistant (CCMA) assists a physician with clinical treatments or procedures. Their responsibilities include helping prepare for exams, taking the vital signs, giving vaccinations and collecting the medical history of patients.
Day and evening classes available
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Sterile Device Processing Technician (SDPT)
A sterile device processing technician is assigned duties performing decontamination, preparation, sterilization and distribution of surgical instruments and medical equipment throughout the surgery center, utilizing infection control and safety practices during all phases of the process.
Evening classes only
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Pharmacy Technician
(PHRM)
Pharmacy Technicians ensure that the medication is safe and effective for its intended use. They work closely with a pharmacist, locating medications in stock while following regulations to ensure accuracy. They also they fill bottles with prescribed medications, apply labels to medication bottles, fill out insurance paperwork if necessary so patients can receive their prescriptions, collect payments from patients and keep a record of inventory. Pharmacy technicians operate under the direct supervision of licensed pharmacist and work directly with nurses, doctors and customers.
Evening classes only
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Industry Programs
Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)
HVAC technicians diagnose electrical and mechanical faults for HVAC systems. This field requires a basic knowledge of trade math, heating, cooling, electrical and plumbing. Good communication skills are also essential for this career. Their duties usually include the installation, maintenance and repair of ventilation and air conditioning systems and equipment.
Evening classes only
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Electrical Foundations (ELEC)
Apprentice Electricians usually assist other electricians in diagnosing, repairing, installing, testing and maintaining high and low voltage electrical equipment and hard wired and wireless telecommunication systems. This field requires a basic knowledge of trade math, basic electrical theory, blueprints and wiring systems.
Evening classes only
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Carpentry Foundations (CARP)
Are you interested in a career as an apprentice carpenter? Our Carpentry Foundations class might be just what you’re looking for: An apprentice carpenter learns basic carpentry skills such as how to read a blueprint, identify the best tools for a job, measure and cut wood, and assemble parts to create a finished product.
Evening classes only
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Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)
HVAC technicians diagnose electrical and mechanical faults for HVAC systems. This field requires a basic knowledge of trade math, heating, cooling, electrical and plumbing. Good communication skills are also essential for this career. Their duties usually include the installation, maintenance and repair of ventilation and air conditioning systems and equipment.
Evening classes only
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Electrical Foundations (ELEC)
Apprentice Electricians usually assist other electricians in diagnosing, repairing, installing, testing and maintaining high and low voltage electrical equipment and hard wired and wireless telecommunication systems. This field requires a basic knowledge of trade math, basic electrical theory, blueprints and wiring systems.
Evening classes only
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Carpentry Foundations (CARP)
Are you interested in a career as an apprentice carpenter? Our Carpentry Foundations class might be just what you’re looking for: An apprentice carpenter learns basic carpentry skills such as how to read a blueprint, identify the best tools for a job, measure and cut wood, and assemble parts to create a finished product.
Evening classes only
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Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS)
- Properly coding services, procedures, diagnoses, and treatments
- Preparing and sending invoices or claims for payment
- Correcting rejected claims
- Tracking payments
- Following up with patients and insurance companies about outstanding bills
Evening classes only
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Dental Assistant
(DENT)
Dental assistant are important members of the dental team. A dental assistant is a trained professional that assists dentists in their work. This includes scheduling appointments, setting up any necessary equipment before a procedure, helping with instruments during dental procedures and keeping records of patients’ visits and treatment plans. Specially trained dental assistants will also process x-rays and other labs for the dentist.
Evening classes only
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Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS)
- Properly coding services, procedures, diagnoses, and treatments
- Preparing and sending invoices or claims for payment
- Correcting rejected claims
- Tracking payments
- Following up with patients and insurance companies about outstanding bills
Evening classes only
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Plumbing Foundations (PLMB)
Apprentice plumbers work under the guidance of more experienced plumbers and assist with the installation and repair of residential and commercial plumbing. Their duties usually include installing new fixtures, unclogging drains, and repairing pipes.
Evening classes only
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MIG Welding
(WELD)
A welder is responsible for assembling pieces of metal together or repairing damage in metal components using heavy machinery that emits high heat, melting the metal into shape. Their duties include reviewing blueprints, cutting metal into the appropriate shape and smoothing molten metal to remove creases.
Evening classes only
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International and Local Trained Professionals
Praxis Prep Program
Certifications you will gain:
- CPR Basic Life Support Certification
- Google AI for Education Certification
- Canva AI for Education Certification
- Suicide prevention Certification
- Other certifications that may be needed for licensure
Program requirements:
- Have documented proof that you have graduated from university with a teaching degree
- Have documented proof of having taught minimum of one year after graduation (internationally trained professionals) or one year of work experience in a school setting as a paraprofessional or instructional assistant (US trained professionals)
- Have documented student teaching experience
- Internationally trained professionals must have credential documents evaluated by World Education Services (WES). The state of Indiana will recognize other evaluators, but it is our experience that WES is most comprehensive and most closely aligns with the necessary content evaluation will open up the doors to licensure.
- Indiana Identification (REAL ID driver’s license or REAL ID state ID)
- Social Security card and Employment Authorization card
- Documented Advanced English proficiency
- Completion of TABE assessment
- An interview where you will present all of the required documents for the program
Documents to Upload:
- Social Security card
- Work authorization card (if applicable, unexpired)
- Evaluation report (recommend WES) –
Wayne Township Adult Education recommends an official “course-by-course” foreign credentials evaluation report, which translates your non-US coursework into US equivalents. The service most likely to be approved by IDOE is World Education Services (http://www.wes.org/). - Any prior Pearson or Praxis test score reports –
Indiana requires approved content and pedagogy tests for licensure. If you have taken Pearson or Praxis tests, please submit your scores to our office for review. If you have not taken any licensure tests, you may apply without them. If you need to take a test, the required tests and test numbers will be listed in your evaluation letter. - Copy of any prior educator’s license (internationally trained professionals)
Provide a copy of any professional educator’s license you have held or hold. - Experience verification letter –
An official letter verifying Instructional and/or Professional Education Experience. The letter is considered official if it is on school letterhead and signed by an administrator. The letter needs to include dates of employment; subjects and grades taught and/or positions held and must include both the type and status of school accreditation. It is only necessary for the Administrator from your last place of employment to verify all your experience. - Creation of an LVIS Account – Upload Documentation. Step-by-Step Instructions: Click Here
