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Missouri State University-WP Workforce Development and Community Education

We offer credit, non-credit and customized training for the trades. Certificate programs in each of these areas of study are also offered.

Missouri State-West Plains offers the university’s Associate of Applied Science in Technology degree with options in either Advanced Industrial Maintenance, Advanced Welding and Fabrication and Manufacturing & Technology Management. In addition, customized training programs are available on an as-needed basis through the office to area business and industry.

08/20/2026

🚨 Funding Available for Healthcare Training, But Time Is Limited! 🚨

This is an incredible opportunity for individuals looking to start or advance a career in healthcare. Through an EDA-funded grant, eligible participants may receive funding to cover the cost of select healthcare training programs offered through Missouri State University-West Plains.

✅ Certified Phlebotomy Technician (Mountain Grove)
✅ Medical Office Assistant (NEW)
✅ Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) - Self-Study

⏳ Funds must be utilized by September 30, so interested individuals should apply as soon as possible!

To learn more about eligibility and begin the application process, contact:

📍 West Plains Job Center
📞 Heather Wolf: 417-256-3158
📧 [email protected]

Don't miss this chance to gain valuable healthcare skills with grant assistance. Share this opportunity with family, friends, and anyone interested in a healthcare career!

08/19/2026

🚀 Invest in your leadership. Strengthen your team. Grow your organization.

Missouri State University-West Plains Workforce Development & Community Education is partnering with the Missouri State University SBDC-West Plains, Ozarks Small Business Incubator (OzSBI), and USDA Rural Development to bring three professional development workshops to the region this fall. These full-day training opportunities are designed for supervisors, managers, team leads, and professionals looking to lead more effectively and build stronger workplace cultures.

📅 High Performance Supervision – September 25
📅 Managing Team Attitudes & Expectations – October 14
📅 Emotional Intelligence: The Ingredient for Effective Leaders – November 17

✅ Practical leadership tools
✅ Stronger communication skills
✅ More effective teams
✅ Professional growth you can apply immediately

Lunch is included, and space is limited. Learn more and register at ozsbi.com/events.

In partnership with OzSBI, Missouri State University SBDC-West Plains, Missouri State University-West Plains Workforce Development & Community Education, and USDA Rural Development.

08/18/2026

🩸 Start Your Healthcare Career in Mountain Grove!

Missouri State University-West Plains is offering a Phlebotomy Technician Training Course at our Mountain Grove Campus. This hands-on program is designed to prepare students for a rewarding career in healthcare, teaching the skills needed to collect blood specimens safely and professionally while working with patients in a variety of healthcare settings.

Whether you're looking to enter the healthcare field or add a valuable skill to your resume, this course can help you take the next step.

Learn more and register today: https://wp.missouristate.edu/Workforce/phlebotomy.htm

08/14/2026

Get Forklift Certified!

Looking to gain a valuable workplace skill or meet employer certification requirements? Join us for our upcoming Forklift Certification Class on August 20 at 8:30 AM at the Pace Industrial Science Center.

Participants will receive forklift safety training and certification upon successful completion of the course.

📅 Date: August 20
🕣 Time: 8:30 AM
📍 Location: Pace Industrial Science Center
💲 Cost: $75 per person

Register today at: https://wp.missouristate.edu/Workforce/courses.htm

Seats are limited, so don't wait to reserve your spot!

08/08/2026

The Ozarks Small Business Incubator will host three professional development workshops this fall at OzSBI, 408 Washington Ave. in West Plains.

08/07/2026

⏰ Seats are filling up fast for the West Plains Fall Phlebotomy class! 💉
Don’t miss your chance to join our Phlebotomy Technician Training class starting Saturday, August 29, 2026 in West Plains.
For $950, you’ll get hands‑on training in drawing blood, specimen preparation, patient communication, point‑of‑care testing, and more — all essential skills for a fast‑growing healthcare career.
👉 Secure your seat now before the class fills up:
https://wp.missouristate.edu/Workforce/phlebotomy.htm

07/29/2026

💻Registration now open for the West Plains Fall Phlebotomy class 💉
Don’t miss your chance to join our Phlebotomy Technician Training class starting Saturday, August 29, 2026 in West Plains.
For $950, you’ll get hands‑on training in drawing blood, specimen preparation, patient communication, point‑of‑care testing, and more — all essential skills for a fast‑growing healthcare career.
👉 Secure your seat now before the class fills up:
https://wp.missouristate.edu/Workforce/phlebotomy.htm

07/06/2026

⏳Don't miss out on your opportunity to learn a new language!
Missouri State University - West Plains is offering a Basics of American Sign Language Workshop.
This beginner friendly, 4-week workshop will take you through the basics. Starting with the Alphabet and ending with Simple Storytelling!
🗓️July 14th - August 4th (Tuesday & Thursday)
🕰️6:00pm - 8:00pm
💲Fee: $150
🔗Register at wp.missouristate.edu/Workforce/courses.htm

Address

218 W. Broadway
West Plains, MO
65775

Telephone

+14172557788

Website

https://wp.missouristate.edu/Workforce/

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