National Park College

National Park College NPC offers a supportive college experience at about half the cost. There's a place for you at NPC!

National Park College is located in Hot Springs AR, a beautiful resort community of over 35,000 approximately 45 minutes southwest of Little Rock. The local economy centers on tourism, manufacturing, retirement living, and medical sciences. Tourism attractions include the thermal waters of the National Park, hiking trails, horse racing at Oaklawn Park, five nearby lakes, outstanding golf courses,

and a thriving art community. National Park College serves approximately 7,500 students per year enrolled in college courses, workforce training, or adult education classes.

08/28/2026

If Welcome Week was any indicator, it’s going to be a great semester to be a Nighthawk!

08/27/2026

Campus feels complete again. The quiet summer grounds were nice, but nothing beats the energy of a full campus. Welcome back! Let’s make this semester incredible.

08/26/2026

Yesterday’s Block Party was such a blast! Thank you to everyone who showed up and made it unforgettable, and we hope you had an incredible first week back as we kick off the semester.

Train for an in-demand maintenance career in just 10 weeks at National Park College! Whether you're looking to launch a...
08/25/2026

Train for an in-demand maintenance career in just 10 weeks at National Park College!

Whether you're looking to launch a new career or upgrade your current skill set, our HVAC Maintenance Technician Fundamentals program gives you the practical, hands-on training you need. In just 80 hours, you’ll gain real-world experience in commercial HVAC systems, building automation systems, and troubleshooting, while earning industry-recognized credentials.

What you'll earn & learn:

-OSHA 10 Certification & EPA 608 Exam Attempt

-HVAC Maintenance Technician Fundamentals Certificate

-Commercial HVAC & Facility Maintenance Training

-Building Automation Systems & Preventive Maintenance

-Refrigeration Cycle & Electrical Troubleshooting Basics

-Hands-On Lab Experience

Classes Start: September 15, 2026

Ready to take the next step? Contact Hannah Lammers at [email protected] or call 501-760-4393.

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Arkansas is facing a critical shortage of EMS professionals, and National Park College is helping bridge the gap. NPC’s ...
08/24/2026

Arkansas is facing a critical shortage of EMS professionals, and National Park College is helping bridge the gap. NPC’s EMS program has seen a 200% growth in EMT applicants since Fall 2025 and is welcoming its largest incoming cohort in five years! With flexible hybrid scheduling and hands-on lab training, NPC makes it easier for students to enter a high-demand field and step straight into career opportunities across the region.

Read the full story here: https://np.edu/news/2026/press-release/ems

Turn your passion for the lake into a high-demand career. NPC is home to the only Marine Repair Technology program of it...
08/21/2026

Turn your passion for the lake into a high-demand career. NPC is home to the only Marine Repair Technology program of its kind in Arkansas. Get hands-on instruction in small classes and earn industry-recognized certifications from Yamaha, Suzuki, and Mercury.

Learn more: np.edu

Now that the semester is in full swing, campus is buzzing and everyone is settling into their routine. No matter what yo...
08/21/2026

Now that the semester is in full swing, campus is buzzing and everyone is settling into their routine. No matter what your goals are or where you're starting from, there’s a place for you at NPC. Glad to have you here with us! Thinking about taking your next step? Explore your options at np.edu

Don't miss out on today's Welcome Week lineup! We're gathering on the Quad at 12:00 PM for our campus group photo, follo...
08/20/2026

Don't miss out on today's Welcome Week lineup! We're gathering on the Quad at 12:00 PM for our campus group photo, followed by Nighthawk soccer later that evening.

Quick update to Thursday's schedule:

-5:30 PM: Fun Bus leaves from the Commons

-6:30 PM: NPC Soccer Game at Hot Springs High School Field

Come out and show your school spirit!

08/18/2026

From trunk-packing wizardry to heavy lifting, shout-out to all the Nighthawk dads who helped move our newest residents into the halls. Welcome home, Nighthawks, and thank you, dads!

Address

101 College Drive
Hot Springs, AR
71913

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+15017604222

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