Elevate Your Career with Targeted Training

Ready to take your career to the next level? The Advanced Workforce Center offers short, high-impact courses built for professionals like you. Our courses and stackable certificate programs equip you with the skills employers demand, keeping you sharp and ahead of the curve. Designed for your busy schedule, our training helps you grow, compete, and win in your field. Explore our courses and start building on your future!

Courses and Programs

Discover a wide range of targeted courses that sharpen your skills and keep you competitive. From technical know-how to practical application, our specialized programs give you the tools to advance your career.

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Digital Innovation and Data

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AI Automation Certificate
Harness the power of AI to drive efficiency and innovation. This hands-on certificate course teaches practical prompting strategies to elevate your professional performance.
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Power BI: Data Visualization and Analytics
Transform raw data into compelling, actionable visuals with Power BI's advanced analytical tools. Earn a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification.
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Foundational Skills Using Excel
Gain essential Excel skills from the ground up. The certificate program offers hands-on training in core features like formulas, charts, data entry and basic analysis.
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SQL Fundamental Database Querying Skills
Build a strong foundation in database management. This certificate program equips you with valuable querying techniques to support informed decision-making.
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Excel Power User
Elevate your Excel expertise to power user level. This certificate course covers PivotTables, dynamic formulas, Power Query and dashboards.
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Digital Marketing Certificate
Master modern marketing with AI. This certificate course will equip you with technical expertise in AI-powered content creation.
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Business Operations and Strategy

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Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Master Lean Six Sigma Green Belt techniques for process optimization. This blended online program teaches DMAIC, Lean tools, root cause analysis, and project leadership.
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Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
Lead enterprise-level transformations. This hybrid program delivers advanced training in DMAIC methodology, data modeling, statistical tools, and real-world project application.
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Agile Scrum Foundation and Scrum Master Training
Master Agile Scrum fundamentals and earn Scrum Master certification. This program offers training in Scrum principles, sprint planning, estimation techniques, and capstone simulations.
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Project Management Program with PMP®
Prepare for PMP® certification. This hybrid program combines instructor-led classes, on-demand learning, real-world simulations, and extensive exam preparation.
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Power Automate Efficiency
Automate workflows effortlessly with Power Automate. This certificate covers creating flows, connecting data sources, handling notifications, and building bots.
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Professional Growth and Leadership

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Courageous Conversations
Develop the confidence to engage in difficult discussions. This program teaches techniques for addressing bias, handling emotions, active listening, and fostering open dialogue.
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Organizational Leadership
Strengthen your leadership impact. This interactive program develops skills in team motivation, change management, emotional intelligence, and effective decision-making.
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AI for HR Professionals
Utilize AI to optimize HR practices. This certificate teaches prompting techniques, custom GPT creation, data insights from surveys, workflow automation, and responsible AI tools.
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