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Nunez Community College is offering a series of short-term courses to certify students in the use of various heavy equipment.
The Workforce division at Nunez Community College has multiple short-term courses coming up that will allow students to earn certifications for various forms of heavy machinery.
To begin registration for any of the following, please submit a Workforce Inquiry Form at Nunez.edu/Workforce.
Financial assistance may be available to students through Louisiana’s MJ Foster Promise Program. Check your eligibility at mjfosterpromise.com.
Forklift
This is a one-day class for $100. Students will learn to operate a standard forklift.
Classes will be offered on July 11, Aug. 8, Sept. 11, and Oct. 10.
PIT (Powered Industrial Trucking)
This is a two-day course for $600. Students will train on the scissor lift, forklift, boom lift, and telescoping forklift.
Classes will be offered July 17-18, Aug. 21-22, Sept. 25-26, Oct. 23-24, Nov. 6-7, and Dec. 11-12.
Heavy Equipment
This is a six-week course for $5,500. Students will be certified to operate the forklift, telehandler, aerial lift, scissor lift, skid steer, bulldozer, excavator, and front payloader. Students will also earn Industry-Based Certifications in NCCER Core, NCCER Heavy Equipment, OSHA-10, and CPR.
Classes will be offered Aug. 4-Sept. 12 and Oct. 6-Nov. 14.
For more details email Workforce Director Brian Gibson at [email protected].
About Nunez Community College
Nunez Community College is a student-centered institution that delivers relevant and innovative curriculum integrating the arts, sciences, and humanities leading to academic credentials and workforce opportunities. Nunez serves a vital role in the community by engaging with partners to support student success and personal growth. Nunez Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees. Nunez Community College also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Nunez Community College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org). Nunez is located at 3710 Paris Road, Chalmette, LA. For more information, visit www.nunez.edu.
