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| Course Description (Class) | Class End Date/Time | Class Start Date/Time | Hours Per Meeting | Sunday? | Monday? | Tuesday? | Wednesday? | Thursday? | Friday? | Saturday? | In District Cost | Out of District Cost | Training On Demand | Content URL | Session Format | ||
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| CDL Truck Driver Training Class A | Go to Central Technology Center's website to sign up for information and to sign up for the class. https://centraltech.edu/truck-driver-training/ The program utilizes classroom instruction, range and road driving, as well as, practical application of skills used in highway driving. You will be prepared to join the trucking industry after 28 days of training. Cost is $4,300.00; tuition assistance, discounts and grants available. Upon successful completion of the class/exams and having met all requirements, students earn: Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Central Tech Truck Driver Training certificate of completion PDTI seal of attainment indicating completion of all standards The state-of-the-art facility has a driving range with more than three miles of paved roadway on 45 acres. The range is equipped with traffic signs, railroad crossing, and skill practice areas designed to allow each student to develop the skills necessary to become proficient in driving today’s tractor trailers. Two students per truck allows each student a minimum of 44 hours of drive time ensuring the ability to develop proficient driving skills including: Control/Vehicle Systems Vehicle Pre-Trip Inspection FMCSA Rules & Regulations Air Brakes Systems Coupling & Uncoupling Various Backing Maneuvers Progressive Shifting Space & Speed Management Compliance Safety & Accountability (CSA) Hours of Service Night Driving | 9 | false | true | true | true | true | true | false | $4300 | $8600 | false | In Class | ||||
| CDL Truck Driver Training Class A | Go to Central Technology Center's website to sign up for information and to sign up for the class. https://centraltech.edu/truck-driver-training/ The program utilizes classroom instruction, range and road driving, as well as, practical application of skills used in highway driving. You will be prepared to join the trucking industry after 28 days of training. Cost is $4,300.00; tuition assistance, discounts and grants available. Upon successful completion of the class/exams and having met all requirements, students earn: Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Central Tech Truck Driver Training certificate of completion PDTI seal of attainment indicating completion of all standards The state-of-the-art facility has a driving range with more than three miles of paved roadway on 45 acres. The range is equipped with traffic signs, railroad crossing, and skill practice areas designed to allow each student to develop the skills necessary to become proficient in driving today’s tractor trailers. Two students per truck allows each student a minimum of 44 hours of drive time ensuring the ability to develop proficient driving skills including: Control/Vehicle Systems Vehicle Pre-Trip Inspection FMCSA Rules & Regulations Air Brakes Systems Coupling & Uncoupling Various Backing Maneuvers Progressive Shifting Space & Speed Management Compliance Safety & Accountability (CSA) Hours of Service Night Driving | 9 | false | true | true | true | true | true | false | $4300 | $8600 | false | In Class | ||||
| CDL Truck Driver Training Class A | Go to Central Technology Center's website to sign up for information and to sign up for the class. https://centraltech.edu/truck-driver-training/ The program utilizes classroom instruction, range and road driving, as well as, practical application of skills used in highway driving. You will be prepared to join the trucking industry after 28 days of training. Cost is $4,300.00; tuition assistance, discounts and grants available. Upon successful completion of the class/exams and having met all requirements, students earn: Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Central Tech Truck Driver Training certificate of completion PDTI seal of attainment indicating completion of all standards The state-of-the-art facility has a driving range with more than three miles of paved roadway on 45 acres. The range is equipped with traffic signs, railroad crossing, and skill practice areas designed to allow each student to develop the skills necessary to become proficient in driving today’s tractor trailers. Two students per truck allows each student a minimum of 44 hours of drive time ensuring the ability to develop proficient driving skills including: Control/Vehicle Systems Vehicle Pre-Trip Inspection FMCSA Rules & Regulations Air Brakes Systems Coupling & Uncoupling Various Backing Maneuvers Progressive Shifting Space & Speed Management Compliance Safety & Accountability (CSA) Hours of Service Night Driving | 9 | false | true | true | true | true | true | false | $4300 | $8600 | false | In Class | ||||
| CDL Truck Driver Training Class A | Go to Central Technology Center's website to sign up for information and to sign up for the class. https://centraltech.edu/truck-driver-training/ The program utilizes classroom instruction, range and road driving, as well as, practical application of skills used in highway driving. You will be prepared to join the trucking industry after 28 days of training. Cost is $4,300.00; tuition assistance, discounts and grants available. Upon successful completion of the class/exams and having met all requirements, students earn: Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Central Tech Truck Driver Training certificate of completion PDTI seal of attainment indicating completion of all standards The state-of-the-art facility has a driving range with more than three miles of paved roadway on 45 acres. The range is equipped with traffic signs, railroad crossing, and skill practice areas designed to allow each student to develop the skills necessary to become proficient in driving today’s tractor trailers. Two students per truck allows each student a minimum of 44 hours of drive time ensuring the ability to develop proficient driving skills including: Control/Vehicle Systems Vehicle Pre-Trip Inspection FMCSA Rules & Regulations Air Brakes Systems Coupling & Uncoupling Various Backing Maneuvers Progressive Shifting Space & Speed Management Compliance Safety & Accountability (CSA) Hours of Service Night Driving | 9 | false | true | true | true | true | true | false | $4300 | $8600 | false | In Class | ||||
| CDL Truck Driver Training Class A | Go to Central Technology Center's website to sign up for information and to sign up for the class. https://centraltech.edu/truck-driver-training/ The program utilizes classroom instruction, range and road driving, as well as, practical application of skills used in highway driving. You will be prepared to join the trucking industry after 28 days of training. Cost is $4,300.00; tuition assistance, discounts and grants available. Upon successful completion of the class/exams and having met all requirements, students earn: Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Central Tech Truck Driver Training certificate of completion PDTI seal of attainment indicating completion of all standards The state-of-the-art facility has a driving range with more than three miles of paved roadway on 45 acres. The range is equipped with traffic signs, railroad crossing, and skill practice areas designed to allow each student to develop the skills necessary to become proficient in driving today’s tractor trailers. Two students per truck allows each student a minimum of 44 hours of drive time ensuring the ability to develop proficient driving skills including: Control/Vehicle Systems Vehicle Pre-Trip Inspection FMCSA Rules & Regulations Air Brakes Systems Coupling & Uncoupling Various Backing Maneuvers Progressive Shifting Space & Speed Management Compliance Safety & Accountability (CSA) Hours of Service Night Driving | 9 | false | true | true | true | true | true | false | $4300 | $8600 | false | In Class | ||||
| CDL Truck Driver Training Class A | Go to Central Technology Center's website to sign up for information and to sign up for the class. https://centraltech.edu/truck-driver-training/ The program utilizes classroom instruction, range and road driving, as well as, practical application of skills used in highway driving. You will be prepared to join the trucking industry after 28 days of training. Cost is $4,300.00; tuition assistance, discounts and grants available. Upon successful completion of the class/exams and having met all requirements, students earn: Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Central Tech Truck Driver Training certificate of completion PDTI seal of attainment indicating completion of all standards The state-of-the-art facility has a driving range with more than three miles of paved roadway on 45 acres. The range is equipped with traffic signs, railroad crossing, and skill practice areas designed to allow each student to develop the skills necessary to become proficient in driving today’s tractor trailers. Two students per truck allows each student a minimum of 44 hours of drive time ensuring the ability to develop proficient driving skills including: Control/Vehicle Systems Vehicle Pre-Trip Inspection FMCSA Rules & Regulations Air Brakes Systems Coupling & Uncoupling Various Backing Maneuvers Progressive Shifting Space & Speed Management Compliance Safety & Accountability (CSA) Hours of Service Night Driving | 9 | false | true | true | true | true | true | false | $4300 | $8600 | false | In Class | ||||
| Welding for Certification: Stick 6G | Develop advanced Stick (SMAW) pipe welding skills with intensive preparation for the challenging 6G welding position. Students will practice pipe preparation and fit-up, electrode selection, welding technique, and welding in multiple positions while developing the consistency and quality required for a 6G welding performance test. Stick 6G skills are particularly relevant to pipeline and industrial pipe welding and can support career opportunities in oil and gas, pipeline construction and maintenance, refineries, energy, industrial construction, and related industries. | 5 | false | true | true | true | true | true | false | $2550 | $4950 | false | In Class | ||||
| Welding for Certification: MIG 6G | Advance MIG (GMAW) welding skills through intensive hands-on training focused on pipe welding in the 6G position. Students will develop skills in pipe preparation, fit-up, positioning, technique, and producing quality welds in multiple positions. The 6G position is one of the most challenging welding positions and demonstrates an advanced level of welding ability. These skills may be applicable in pipe fabrication, industrial construction, energy, oil and gas, and other industries requiring advanced pipe welding. | 5 | false | true | true | true | true | true | false | $2150 | $4150 | false | In Class | ||||
| Emergency Medical Technician | This training will develop you into a successful EMT and meet the requirements set forth by the State Department of Health. Upon successful completion of this course, you will be eligible to take the national registry exam. Course cost covers books and class supplies, additional costs of black slacks, black belt, and black leather enclosed shoes are the responsibility of the student. This class will be a portion of in classroom, hybrid online cognitive learning, hands on skill labs that will take place on pre-determined dates and 36 hours of clinicals on an ambulance. The instructor will be available through phone and email during the week. | 4 | false | false | true | false | true | false | false | $1759 | $3135 | false | In Class | ||||
| Welding for Certification: Stick 3G | Develop advanced Stick (SMAW) welding skills with focused preparation for 3G vertical-position welding. Students will practice material preparation, electrode selection, machine settings, welding technique, and structural welds while working toward the quality and consistency required for a 3G welding performance test. These skills are commonly applicable to structural steel welding and can support employment in construction, fabrication, industrial maintenance, heavy equipment repair, and other skilled trades. | 5 | false | true | true | true | true | true | false | $1485 | $2885 | false | In Class | ||||
| Welding for Certification: MIG 3G | Develop intermediate-to-advanced MIG (GMAW) welding skills with an emphasis on preparing for 3G vertical-position welding. Students will practice equipment setup, material preparation, welding technique, and increasingly challenging welds used in structural applications. Training focuses on developing the consistency and quality needed to prepare for a 3G welding performance test. These skills can support employment opportunities in structural fabrication, manufacturing, construction, production welding, and related industries. | 5 | false | true | true | true | true | true | false | $1085 | $2085 | false | In Class | ||||
| Real Estate Pre Licensing | This evening course meets training requirements mandated by the state legislature to qualify individuals to sit for the state licensing exam to become a provisional sales associate as outline by the Oklahoma Real Estate Commission. The Commission approves the curriculum and instructor and all topics are relevant to Oklahoma laws. This will be an evening course that will last 8 weeks. | 3 | false | true | true | true | true | false | false | $799 | $1558 | false | In Class | ||||
| Emergency Medical Responder | The Emergency Medical Responder is an integral part of the Emergency Medical Services System. The term "first responder" has been applied to the first individual that arrives at the scene regardless of the individual's credentials. This class will provide students with the core knowledge, skills, and attitudes to function in the capacity of a first responder. Each student's first attempt at the certification test is included in the schedule and cost of the course. | 4 | false | true | false | true | false | false | false | $799 | $1353 | false | In Class | ||||
| Emergency Medical Responder | The Emergency Medical Responder is an integral part of the Emergency Medical Services System. The term "first responder" has been applied to the first individual that arrives at the scene regardless of the individual's credentials. This class will provide students with the core knowledge, skills, and attitudes to function in the capacity of a first responder. Each student's first attempt at the certification test is included in the schedule and cost of the course. | 4 | false | true | false | true | false | false | false | $799 | $1353 | false | In Class | ||||
| FrontLine Leadership: 10 Part Series | Front Line Leadership is a flexible, 10-module program that provides new and current supervisors and managers with a toolkit of practical communication and employee development tools that reduce conflict, improve employee performance, and enhance team effectiveness. Leaders learn to deliver clear direction, coach employees, and provide effective feedback. The ultimate goal of the training is to enable leaders to create work environments that foster employee engagement, improve performance, and increase employee satisfaction. Modules consists of the following 10 Lessons: 1 - Role of the leader 2 - Managing Different Personalities 3 - Motivating & Engaging Employees 4 - Teamwork & Collaboration 5 - Communication Effectiveness 6 - Managing Performance I 7 - Managing Performance II 8 - Coaching for Commitment 9 - Managing Conflict 10 - Managing Change Class is every 2 weeks. | 4 | false | false | false | true | false | false | false | $895 | $1265 | false | In Class | ||||
| Security Guard IV Firearms | Use either a revolver or a semiautomatic pistol, but not both, in a single class. To complete the training with both types of handguns, you need to enroll twice. You will need a duty style holster, belt, three magazines, magazine pouch and 450 to 500 rounds of ammunition. Reloaded ammo is not allowed to be used in this course. Instruction fulfills the CLEET Armed License Training requirement for the type of weapon used. Price includes first attempt at written certification test. | 9 | false | false | false | false | false | false | true | $649 | $1213 | false | In Class | ||||
| NCCER Basic Rigger | The NCCER Basic Rigging course provides participants with the foundational knowledge and skills required to safely inspect, select, and use rigging equipment in industrial and construction environments. Students will learn industry-recognized rigging practices, including load control, proper hitch configurations, sling selection, hardware identification, and basic load weight calculations. Recommended For: Construction workers, maintenance technicians, industrial employees, utility workers, operators, and anyone involved in lifting and material handling activities. Credential: NCCER Basic Rigging completion and transcript recognition upon successful course completion. | 8 | false | false | false | false | false | true | false | $575 | $1150 | false | In Class | ||||
| Welding Basics: Stick | Learn the fundamentals of Stick welding (Shielded Metal Arc Welding/SMAW), a versatile process especially useful for outdoor, field, agricultural, construction, and repair applications. Students will learn welding safety, machine setup, electrode selection, arc control, and basic weld joints through hands-on practice. Stick welding is commonly used for farm and ranch equipment, gates and fencing, trailers, implements, structural repairs, and general maintenance because of its versatility in field conditions. This course is ideal for farmers and ranchers, maintenance personnel, beginners, hobbyists, or individuals interested in progressing to Stick certification training. | 5 | false | true | true | true | true | true | false | $500 | $1000 | false | In Class | ||||
| Welding Basics: MIG | Build foundational welding skills using MIG (Gas Metal Arc Welding/GMAW), one of the most common and beginner-friendly welding processes. Students will learn welding safety, equipment setup, proper technique, and basic weld joints while gaining hands-on practice with MIG welding. MIG is commonly used in manufacturing, fabrication, automotive work, shop environments, and personal welding projects. This course is ideal for beginners or individuals considering a career in welding and provides a strong foundation for progressing to MIG certification training. | 5 | false | true | true | true | true | true | false | $400 | $800 | false | In Class | ||||
| Welding Basics: TIG | Build foundational skills in TIG (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding/GTAW), a precise welding process known for producing clean, high-quality welds. Students will learn welding safety, equipment setup, torch and filler-metal control, and basic welding techniques through hands-on practice. TIG is commonly used for precision and specialty fabrication, automotive applications, stainless steel and other applications where control, appearance, and weld quality are important. This course is ideal for individuals wanting to expand their welding abilities or develop precision welding skills for professional or personal projects. This course focuses on fundamental TIG skills and does not include certification preparation. | 5 | false | true | true | true | true | true | false | $400 | $800 | false | In Class | ||||
| School Bus Driver | This training program is designed for individuals who hold a CDL permit and need additional instruction and practice to prepare for the CDL skills and road test. The course includes the required Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) and focuses on essential driving skills such as backing, parallel parking, passenger pickup, and other key maneuvers needed for successful test completion. Training is provided over 12 hours on scheduled Saturdays and Sundays, combining instruction and hands-on driving practice. | 12 | true | false | false | false | false | false | true | $375 | $750 | false | In Class | ||||
| School Bus Driver | This training program is designed for individuals who hold a CDL permit and need additional instruction and practice to prepare for the CDL skills and road test. The course includes the required Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) and focuses on essential driving skills such as backing, parallel parking, passenger pickup, and other key maneuvers needed for successful test completion. Training is provided over 12 hours on scheduled Saturdays and Sundays, combining instruction and hands-on driving practice. | 12 | true | false | false | false | false | false | true | $375 | $750 | false | In Class | ||||
| Manual Machining Mastery | This 30-hour course introduces students to the core skills of manual machining in a practical, hands-on environment. Participants will learn the basics of operating the lathe and mill, using precision measurement tools, and producing simple parts to specification. The class is designed for beginners and focuses on building confidence, safe work habits, and a solid understanding of fundamental shop practices. | 3 | false | false | true | false | true | false | false | $349 | $698 | false | In Class | ||||
| HR in an Hour: Employment Law Series | This nine-month series meets once a month for a focused, one-hour session covering essential employment laws that impact the workplace. Learn how to navigate HR responsibilities, prevent workplace issues, and ensure compliance with legal standards. If you oversee employees, handle hiring or firing, manage payroll, or maintain employee records, you’re already performing HR duties—whether your title is Office Manager, HR, Accounts Receivable/Payable, or another role. Stay informed, protect your business, and gain confidence in managing workplace policies effectively. | 1 | false | false | false | false | true | false | false | $299 | $598 | false | In Class | ||||
| TIG Welding for Beginners | This 32-hour Beginner TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas) Welding 3G course is designed for individuals seeking to build a strong foundation in TIG welding with a focus on vertical groove (3G) welds. Whether you're an aspiring welder or a hobbyist, this course covers the essentials, including safety protocols, equipment setup, welding techniques, and practical applications. Through hands-on training and guided practice, participants will learn to execute clean and precise welds on various metals, preparing them for certification and further advancement in the welding industry | 4 | false | false | true | true | true | false | false | $359 | $593 | false | In Class | ||||