Workforce Development and Training
Northern Michigan University’s workforce development and training staff works with regional companies, entrepreneurs, schools and agencies to meet the current and future workforce needs of the Upper Peninsula.
Credit and non-credit programs are developed and tailored to meet an industry’s needs at the lowest possible costs to participants. As a result, the region’s employees are among the most qualified, and its employers remain competitive, which improves overall economic development.
- Current Skill Upgrade courses
*NOTE: Skill Upgrade Courses may also be offered on a contractual basis. - Contractual Courses List
If a needed training course is not listed, please contact Gwen Timmons at gtimmons@nmu.edu or (906) 227-1683. Northern Michigan University collaborates with many independent training providers, as well as, other training institutions.
NMU is currently delivering contracted training to Argonics, Neenah Papers, Cliffs Natural Resources, L'anse Manufacturing, Peninsula Powder Coating, Manistique Papers, US Special Delivery, and others for ISO 9001, Welding, Rigging, Supervisor Training, Problem Solving, Laser Alignment, Excel, Forklift, and SPC.
NO CURRENT LISTINGS
NMU, in partnership with the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC), develops, submits and administers Economic Development Job Training (EDJT) grants. Northern’s workforce development and training staff coordinate with Michigan Works! to assist companies in obtaining and using incumbent worker grants. In addition, NMU works with industry and regional agencies in seeking other state and federal grant funding.
For more information on workforce development and training services offered through Northern Michigan University, please contact Gwen Timmons at gtimmons@nmu.edu or (906) 227-1683.
