Welcome to the Division of Technical Education and Workforce Development
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TECHNICAL DIVISION
The Technical Education and Workforce Development Division meets the needs of students through education, training, and skills development, which in turn meets the need for qualified employees by businesses and industry in our community and beyond. Curriculum and instructional opportunities available to students are designed to meet the growing demands in technical fields and the workforce.
The Technical Division of Southern Union State Community College encompasses two departments: Technical Education and Workforce Development.
- Technical Education prepares students to enter the workforce immediately after completing a program of study.
- Workforce Development provides workforce training solutions for the business and industry community in the area.
TECHNICAL EDUCATION
The Technical Education Department offers programs leading to short-term certificates, certificates, and Associate in Applied Science degrees.
These educational opportunities allow students to pursue degrees or certificates in high-wage, high-skill, high-demand careers and occupational fields.
AAS degrees within Technical Education include
- Air Conditioning and Refrigeration
- Automotive Maintenance Technology
- Aviation Maintenance Technology-Airframe
- Aviation Maintenance Technology-Powerplant
- CNC Machining
- Cosmetology
- Engineering and Design
- Industrial Electricity
- Mechatronics
- Welding Technology
WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
The Workforce Development Department at Southern Union State Community College is vital to bridging education with local and regional industry needs.Focused on providing practical, career-focused training, the division offers a range of programs designed to equip students with the skills necessary for immediate employment and long-term career growth. These include non-credit short-term certifications, customized corporate training, and partnerships with local employers to ensure curricula align with real-world demands. Whether individuals are entering the workforce, changing careers, or upskilling, Southern Union’s Workforce Development Division provides a flexible, responsive pathway to success in today’s evolving job market.Workforce Development provides a variety of educational and training opportunities, including
- Customized training for business and industry
- Short-term training through the Alabama Community College System's Innovation Center Skills for Success program
- Tractor-Trailer Truck Driver Training for those pursuing a career requiring a commercial driver’s license
The overarching mission of Southern Union State Commmunity College is to provide quality and relevant teaching and learning in academic, technical, and health science programs that are affordable, accessible, and responsive to the diverse needs of our students, community, business, industry, and government.