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Welcome to exciting new career opportunities in our Short-Term Programs. These programs are condensed curriculum certifications designed to prepare you for employment in an in-demand field with the goal of entering the workforce promptly. Our programs appeal to a wide variety of students, whether they are seeking a new career opportunity or to further their current skill set.

Find out more about available programs below.

To apply for a short term program, fill out the WED Application.

If you have any questions, contact Abby Campbell at 304-424-8258 or Abby.Campbell@wvup.edu. Or contact Sami Daggett at 304-424-8275 or sami.daggett@wvup.edu.

Applications and Procedures

Programs

Certified Medical Assistant

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WVU Parkersburg Innovation & Technology Center

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Dental Assistant

January 26 – May 13, 2026 | Mondays and Wednesdays

6 – 9:00 p.m.

WVU Parkersburg Innovation & Technology Center

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Driver Training Program

October 21 – December 16, 2025 | Tuesdays

5:30 p.m.

WVU Parkersburg Main Campus

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HVAC Beginner’s Course

August 28 – December 16, 2025 | Tuesdays and Thursdays

6 p.m. – 9 p.m.

D&R Heating and Cooling

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Intro to MIG and Stick Welding

October 21, 2025 – February 3, 2026 | Tuesdays & Fridays

6 p.m. – 9 p.m.

WVU Parkersburg Applied Technology Center

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Manufacturing Production Operator

NEW DATES COMING SOON!

WVU Parkersburg Jackson County Center

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Nail Technician

New Dates Coming Soon!

WVU Parkersburg School of Cosmetology

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Phlebotomy

 October 7, 2025 – March 5, 2026 | Tuesdays & Thursdays

6 – 9:30 p.m.

WVU Parkersburg Innovation & Technology Center

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Phlebotomy – Jackson County Center

 February 4, 2026 – June 24, 2026 | Mondays and Wednesdays

6 – 9:30 p.m.

WVU Parkersburg Jackson County Center

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“I enjoyed the dental assisting course I took because it challenged me. I am currently 40 years old, so have not been in school in quite a while. I am a server at a local restaurant and even though it is hard work physically and I make a decent living it is not extremely rewarding, and it is not a career. This did wonders for my confidence, it proved to me that even after all these years I can do anything I set my mind to.”

Autumn A Pittman

“I have had a great experience with WVU Parkersburg’s Short-Term education programs. My daughter took the Phlebotomy course and was hired at Camden Clark, and my son who took an aluminium welding course through your program got a job at a local manufacturer as an aluminium welder. We are so glad that WVU Parkersburg is here to help so many”

Anita Enoch

“When Chemours finds itself with a training challenge, we’ve had great success partnering with WVU Parkersburg’s Workforce and Economic Development division. No matter what kind of instruction we’ve needed for our employees, WVUP WED has been able to quickly develop a customized solution to solve our problem and give our workers the skills they need to help keep us competitive”

Todd Fox - Chemours

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the registration process for short term programs different then how you register for credit classes in the main building?

Yes, it is also an online application. Please make sure to select ‘WED’ as the application type. If a student is paying out of pocket, they must sign a contract and set up their installment plan with the Business Office prior to the program starting. No refunds will be issued if a student withdraws from classes after the second day of attendance.

Is there a funding source for short term programs?

Yes, there is financial aid available through a grant called the Workforce HEAPs grant, which would cover the cost of tuition for the program. To qualify for the grant, you have to complete the 2024-2025 FAFSA and have been a resident of West Virginia for a minimum of a year and hold your high school diploma or equivalent. To find out more, contact one of our Program Coordinators.

Do I get any credits for the short term course?

Yes, we have the non-credit to credit conversion.

Do you have job placement?

We arrange clinical, shadowing, internships for students. It is the student’s time to shine. We receive calls weekly from Employers looking for employees to hire.

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