Trainings

The training you need to get the job you want. Well-paying jobs with great benefits are available across Alabama and the ACCS Innovation Center is providing the education and training needed to get hired.

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Current Course Offerings

Heavy Equipment Operator-Horizontal Construction-Bulldozer

We currently offer this Heavy Equipment Operator (Bulldozer) training course is offered online, using a self-paced, and interactive learning approach. Upon completing the online part, students may then complete the lab portion of the course at any of the 24 Community Colleges around the state.

The operator will learn equipment applications, attachments, operating controls, preventive maintenance requirements, and basic operating techniques. This course is designed for students interested in a career in construction, heavy equipment, and earthmoving equipment operations. Operators of all skill levels will learn concepts, objectives, and safety practices required for operating a bulldozer in construction zone settings. This course teaches you about safety, machine controls, maintenance, inspection, and operating procedures. For experienced dozer operators, it’s a handy tool to refresh their knowledge. Operators learn about issues related to road and highway construction. After completing the course, participants get 16 hours of hands-on equipment operation training.

Upon successful completion of both online and hands-on portions of the course, a participant will receive an ACCS credential.

CDL A Class A

This CDL Class A training course is offered online, using a self-paced, and interactive learning approach. Upon completing the online part, students may then participate in the hands-on portion of the course at any of the 24 Community Colleges around the state.

Launch a much-needed, skilled truck driving career that prepares you to take and pass the federal CDL test. Practice safely maintaining and maneuvering trucks into traffic, loading or unloading positions, and in and out of parking spaces. Apply the necessary protocol to transport various types of goods and materials, whether regionally or nationally. Demonstrate how to operate important equipment, including truck cab computers, CB radios, and tools for basic maintenance conditions. Upon successful completion of both online and hands-on portions of the course, a participant will receive an ACCS credential.

CDL Class B

This CDL Class B training course is offered online, using a self-paced, and interactive learning approach. Upon completing the online part, students may then participate in the hands-on portion of the course at any of the 24 Community Colleges around the state.

This course aims to teach students how to operate a box truck with air brakes and a six-speed manual transmission. Class B CDLs are required to drive vehicles with gross vehicle weight ratings (GVWRs) over 26,001 pounds and towing capacities under 10,000 pounds. In most cases, Class B vehicles don’t have trailers.

In this course, drivers will learn how to get a Class B CDL with air brakes, comply with FMCSA regulations, use logbooks electronically and on paper, read maps, and enroll in the FMCSA’s Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse. During the course, drivers will learn how to perform a pre-trip safety inspection and learn the basic control skills for the Alabama CDL test. Additional topics include straight-line backing, offset backing and 90-degree backing. Drivers will also learn how to operate on the road safely. There are topics like city and highway operations, hazardous perceptions, speed and space management, lane control, sign identification, and Class B bridge heights.

After each lesson, drivers must take a quiz and score 80% or greater. After completing the online element of the course, drivers will participate in the behind-the-wheel portion of the course at any one of the state’s 24 community colleges. When drivers finish this course and pass the state exam, an unrestricted Class B license is achieved. Upon successfully completing both online and hands-on portions of the course, a participant will receive an ACCS credential.

Excavator

This Excavator Operator Training Course is designed to provide students with the knowledge, skills, and hands-on experience necessary to become proficient and safe excavator operators. Through a combination of online instruction, lab activities, and on-site training, students will learn about the different parts and functions of an excavator, master basic to advanced operation techniques, and gain an understanding of industry-standard safety protocols and maintenance procedures. The course covers essential topics, such as:  

  • An introduction to excavators, their types, and applications  
  • Theoretical understanding of excavator components, controls, and attachments  
  • Hands-on practice of basic to advanced maneuvers in a controlled environment  
  • Safety procedures, emergency shut-off protocols, and accident response  
  • Industry standards  
  • Regular maintenance and troubleshooting techniques  

By the end of the course, students will be able to identify and label excavator parts, demonstrate proper operation techniques, apply safety precautions, and perform basic maintenance. They will also be able to analyze and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of excavator use in different scenarios and apply their knowledge to real-world work environments.  

This course is ideal for individuals seeking a career as an excavator operator, current operators looking to enhance their skills, or construction professionals wanting to broaden their understanding of heavy equipment operation. With a focus on practical learning and real-world experience, students will leave the course feeling confident in their ability to safely and effectively operate excavators in various construction and demolition projects.  

Food and Beverage Services

This Food and Beverage Services training course is offered online, using a self-paced, and interactive learning approach. Upon completing the online part, students may then participate in the hands-on portion of the course at any of the 24 Community Colleges around the state.

Participants will gain a general knowledge of the key terminology and best practices used in customer service, food safety, management principles, and essential cooking techniques, laws, and regulations that affect food and beverage business services and facilities management. Professional soft skills are also taught and emphasized throughout this training. Upon successfully completing both online and hands-on portions of the course, a participant will receive an ACCS credential.

HazMat Endorsement

This CDL HazMat Endorsement training course is offered online, using a self-paced, and interactive learning approach. This course was specifically designed for people who have already earned a Class A license and are looking to add this endorsement. This course was specifically designed for Commercial Drivers who want to take and deliver materials that the FMCSA deems hazardous. Radioactive materials, explosives, poisons, and gases are just some examples. Truck drivers who have this endorsement have more specific responsibilities than regular drivers.
 
Additionally, this endorsement opens career opportunities and higher wages for drivers. It also makes them more sought after by companies and carriers. By completing this course and taking the state written test, any Class A CDL truck driver can add this endorsement to their license.

Hotel Operations

We currently offer this Hotel Operations training course online, so students can learn at their own pace, on their own schedule, using a self-paced, online, and interactive learning approach. After each lesson, participants must take a quiz and score 80% or greater. Upon completing the online portion, students may then complete the hands-on portion of the course at any of our Community Colleges around the state. Begin a strong foundation in hotel services by learning to manage, market, and serve well in the hotel and recreation industry. Explore all angles of customer service, including how to effectively motivate hotel employees, standardize professional conduct, and minimize customer service issues. Learn more about the laws and regulations that affect accommodations and recreational services within facilities management, including protocol regarding housekeeping and janitorial staff. Upon successfully completing both online and hands-on portions of the course, a participant will receive an ACCS credential.  This credential may be applied toward credit courses at their local Community College.

Land Survey Helper

Discover the exciting world of land surveying with this comprehensive basic course! You’ll learn the key principles and techniques of measuring, mapping, and representing the features of a piece of land. From cadastral surveying to topographic surveying and GPS surveying, you’ll gain a deep understanding of the various types of land surveying. You’ll also learn about field data collection and data processing, as well as important legal and ethical considerations in the field. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to enhance your existing skills, this course is a great investment in your future and offers a path to exciting career opportunities such as a surveyor, mapping technician, or GIS specialist. Get ready to explore the dynamic field of land surveying and start shaping the built environment! 

Manufactured Home Installer Helper

This online course provides a comprehensive study of the process of installing manufactured homes in the state of Alabama. The course covers the key factors that need to be considered for a successful installation, including Alabama zoning regulations, soil conditions, slope and elevation considerations, utility access, and climate factors. In addition, the course examines the International Residential Code (IRC) and the Manufactured Home Installation Standards of the Alabama Manufactured Home Commission. By the end of the course, students will have gained a thorough understanding of the requirements for a safe and stable manufactured home installation in the state of Alabama. This course is ideal for individuals seeking to become professional Manufactured Home Installers. 

Meat Cutter

We currently offer an online Meat Cutter Training Course that provides students with a flexible and interactive learning experience. Using our self-paced online approach, students can learn at their own pace and on their own schedule. After each lesson, participants must take a quiz and score 80% or greater. Upon completing the online portion, students will have the opportunity to complete the hands-on portion of the course, which will be held at our partner Community Colleges around the state. In this course, students will gain a strong foundation in meat cutting by learning how to identify different cuts of beef and pork, portion meat accurately, debone and trim meat, grind meat, slice meat uniformly, and properly package meat for storage. Additionally, students will learn about the laws and regulations that affect meat cutting in the food industry, including food safety protocols and sanitation procedures. Our hands-on portion of the course will allow students to apply what they have learned in the online portion of the course in a real-world setting. Our instructors will guide students through each competency and evaluate their accuracy, efficiency, and safety in completing the tasks. Upon successfully completing both online and hands-on portions of the course, a participant will receive an ACCS credential. This credential may be applied toward credit courses at their local Community College.

Mental Health Worker

This comprehensive course is designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to begin working as an entry-level mental health assistant.

This course helps students prepare to assume an entry-level job as a Mental Health Assistant. Students gain a basic understanding of mental health care concepts, including common mental health disorders, treatment options, and patient care fundamentals. They also build prerequisite knowledge about the role and responsibilities of a Mental Health Assistant throughout the patient care process, so they are ready to practice applying their knowledge in a lab setting.

Passenger Endorsement

This CDL Passenger Endorsement training course is offered online, using a self-paced, and interactive learning approach. Upon completing the online part, students may then participate in the hands-on portion of the course at any of the 24 Community Colleges around the state.

This course was specifically designed for people who have already earned a Class B license, are seeking the P endorsement, and want to enter the transportation industry to drive transit coaches, tour coaches, or commercial passenger vehicles. Passenger endorsements are required to operate vehicles with 16 or more seats, including the driver.

After each lesson, drivers must take a quiz and score 80% or greater. After completing the online element of the course, drivers will participate in the behind-the-wheel portion of the course at any one of the state’s 24 community colleges. When drivers finish this course and pass the state exam, an unrestricted Class B Passenger Endorsement is achieved. Upon successfully completing both online and hands-on portions of the course, a participant will receive an ACCS micro-credential.

School Bus Endorsement

This CDL School Bus Endorsement training course is offered online, using a self-paced, and interactive learning approach. Upon completing the online part, students may then participate in the hands-on portion of the course at any of the 24 Community Colleges around the state.

This course was specifically designed for people who have already earned a Class B and Passenger endorsement and are looking to renew their School Bus Endorsement. After each lesson, drivers must take a quiz and score 80% or greater. Upon completion of the online element of the course and passing the state exam, an unrestricted Class B Passenger and School Bus Endorsement are achieved.

Upon successfully completing both online and hands-on portions of the course, a participant will receive an ACCS micro-credential.

Heavy Equipment Operator-Horizontal Construction-Skid Steer

The Heavy Equipment Operator (Skid Steer) training course is offered online, using a self-paced, and interactive learning approach. Upon completing the online part, students may then complete the lab portion of the course at any of the 24 Community Colleges around the state.

Through online, self-paced coursework and hands-on lab training, the operator will learn equipment applications, attachments, operating controls, preventive maintenance requirements, and basic operating techniques. This course is designed for students interested in a career in construction, heavy equipment, and earthmoving equipment operations. Operators of all skill levels will learn the concepts, objectives, and safety practices required for operating skid steers in construction zone settings. Operators learn about issues related to road and highway construction. After completing the course, participants get 16 hours of hands-on equipment operation training.
 
Upon successfully completing both online and hands-on portions of the course, a participant will receive an ACCS credential.
 

Fiber Optics

We currently offer this Fiber Optics training course online, so students can learn at their own pace, on their own schedule, using a self-paced, online, and interactive learning approach. After each lesson, participants must take a quiz and score 80% or greater. Upon completing the online portion, students may then complete the lab portion of the course at any of the 24 Community Colleges around the state. This Fiber Optic training course covers best practices and fundamental principles behind basic data and voice transmission via fiber optic cable, as well as installation and termination techniques. Students will learn how to identify fiber types, recognize various connectors used in fiber installation, and install, terminate, splice, and test multimode or single-mode fiber optic networks according to existing standards. This course combines online theory and in-person, hands-on lab activities to prepare students for employment or advancement in the fiber optics industry. Other skills covered include customer service, communication, leadership, attention to detail, and time management. After completing the course, participants get 16 hours of hands-on equipment training. Upon successfully completing both online and hands-on portions of the course, a participant will receive an ACCS credential.  This credential may be applied toward credit courses at their local Community College.