Short-Term Training
Workforce Training Academy
Looking for a rewarding career, but in need of additional training? DMACC's Workforce Training Academy (WTA) empowers you to move toward a better paying job in industries that need qualified employees. We provide the opportunity to get from wherever you are to a promising career, a livable wage, and advancement prospects.

Certificate Options
Certificate classes provide key skills for new and rewarding employment opportunities in targeted career areas.

Workforce Training Academy
Learn more about our district-wide tuition assistance program for short-term training.

Student Testimonials
See examples of how Workforce Training Academy has helped students achieve their goals!
At a Glance
88%
Certificate completion rate
77%
New employment after training
10
Locations throughout Iowa
*2023-2024 data
Where we are located
The Workforce Training Academy main office is at DMACC Southridge, 1111 E. Army Post Road, Des Moines, IA 50315, 515-256-4951. We offer certificate training at many locations throughout Central Iowa. Please click on a location on the map below to find certificates available near you.

Ames
Contact
Marlana Schnell, 515-249-2568, mdschnell@dmacc.edu
Certificates offered at this location
Boone
Contact
Christina McIntyre, 515-433-5029, csmcintyre@dmacc.edu
Certificates offered at this location
Newton
Contact
Jana Van Genderen, 641-791-1725, jjsilver@dmacc.edu
Certificates offered at this location
Perry VanKirk
Contact
Connie Oliver-Saenz, 515-428-8100, caoliversaenz@dmacc.edu
Certificates offered at this location
Polk County Locations
Contact
Mollie Vetter, 515-256-4951, mavetter@dmacc.edu
Certificates offered at these locations
(Ankeny, Urban, West Des Moines, Southridge, Transportation Institute)
- Commercial Vehicle Operator Training (Class A CDL)
- Direct Support Professional Behavioral Mental Health
- Direct Support Professional Developmental Disabilities
- Dog Grooming
- IT/Helpdesk Fundamentals
- MIG Production Welding
- Nurse Aide (CNA)
- Office Specialist Plus+
- Phlebotomy
- Sterile Processing Supply Tech