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Corporate Training
The Corporate Education Office fulfills a primary mission of Gaston College to keep Gaston and Lincoln County businesses globally competitive through customized training.
We fulfill this mission through personalized courses and training services (normally delivered on-site) focused on helping firms meet their business goals. Working closely with client companies, Corporate Education develops instruction, using the optimal resources available, that can enhance the skills of all employees.
Corporate Education offers a variety of Process Improvement programs. These include Lean Manufacturing, ISO and AS9100 certifications, 5S, Six Sigma and others. We also offer a range of safety initiatives. Our OSHA certified instructors can provide training on Forklift Safety, Confined Space, and Hazwoper compliance. Our public classes allow individuals to attain professional certification and to learn valuable workplace skills vital to success in the new century.
Whatever your company or individual needs are, Gaston College can help you and your business prosper through a variety of educational opportunities.
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Programs of Study
Customized Training Program
North Carolina’s Customized Training Program supports economic development efforts through education and training opportunities for eligible businesses and industries. The program recognizes the fact that one of the most important factors for a business or industry considering locating, expanding, or remaining in North Carolina is the presence of a well-trained workforce. We react quickly to business needs and respect the confidential nature of proprietary processes and information within those businesses.
The Customized Training Program provides assistance in support of full-time production and direct customer service positions created in the state, thereby enhancing the growth potential of these companies while simultaneously preparing the state’s workforce with the skills essential to successful employment in emerging industries.
Business and industries eligible for support through the Customized Training Program include Manufacturing, Technology Intensive (i.e., Information Technology, Life Sciences), Regional or National Warehousing and Distribution Centers, Customer Support Centers, Air Courier Services, National Headquarters with operations outside North Carolina, and Civil Service employees providing technical support to US military installations located in North Carolina. To receive assistance, eligible businesses and industries must demonstrate two or more of the following criteria:
- Be making an appreciable capital investment;
- Be deploying new technology;
- Creating jobs, expanding an existing workforce, or enhancing the productivity and profitability of the operations within the State; and
- Enhancing workers’ skills through the assistance.
Full-time probationary employees (temp-to-hire) of qualified Customized Training companies are eligible for training delivered by the community college. The use of Customized Training funds requires that trainees are paid by the company for all time during training hours.
Programs Open to the Public
- Basic Forklift Training
- Forklift Train the Trainer
- Lean Office
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry Safety & Health
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry Safety & Health
- SHRM® Learning System Course: Human Resources PHR/SPHR Preparation Review www.shrm.org/learning
- Six Sigma Green Belt
- Supervision I
- Supervision II
For a complete listing of our upcoming Programs Open to the Public, please go to News/Information.
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Class Offerings
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Forklift Operator: Basic
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Gain the fundamental knowledge and skills necessary to operate a sit-down counterbalanced, LP Gas powered forklift. Learn safety aspects, operations, basic maintenance, and OSHA compliance issues. Attendees earn operator’s certificate. Manual provided first day of class.
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Forklift: Train-The-Trainer
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Attendees are trained on OSHA requirements to become a trainer of forklift drivers. This class trains attendees on the requirements of the OSHA Standard to develop a forklift training class. Manual provided first day of class.
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Supervision I
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Learn to effectively lead, motivate, discipline, and develop employees with simple, yet proven leadership techniques. Required textbook: The New Supervisor’s Survival Manual by William Salmon is available in the Gaston College bookstore.
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Supervision II
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Time management, organizing work, decision making, problem solving, coaching, performance appraisals, meetings, leadership, and more will be discussed. Learn a well-rounded approach to professional development. Get more from your work and workers by learning contemporary techniques of energetic leadership. Required textbook: The New Supervisor’s Survival Manual by William Salmon is available in the Gaston College bookstore.
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SHRM® Learning System Course: Human Resources PHR / SPHR
Preparation Review
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The SHRM® Learning System Course is designed to provide you with an overview of key areas in HR management. The program is offered in cooperation with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) as study material for the Professional in Human Resources (PHR) and Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification examinations administered by Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI).
While the course is designed as a preparation review course for the PHR or SPHR exams, participants may take the course without taking the exam. SHRM® and HRCI are separate organizations; however, SHRM follows the body of knowledge outlined in creating the SHRM® Learning System. This course in no way guarantees or ensures success on the HRCI exam. SHRM® Learning System text and materials included in tuition cost. Registration and prepayment required. Total class hours are 36.
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Lean Office Introduction
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Gain an understanding of the benefits of the lean approach as it applies to the office environment. Topics include stream mapping, balance and Kaizen events. Learn how to reduce waste and maximize value in your office.
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OSHA 10-Hour General Industry Safety and Health (OSH-3013)
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This course provides participants an opportunity to learn basic skills and knowledge about protecting the health and safety of personnel. A focus is on applying OSHA safety standards in general industry. Topics will include but not limited to: OSHA Regulations, Hazard Communication, Material Handling and Electrical Safety. No prerequisite.
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OSHA 30-Hour General Industry Safety and Health (OSH-3050)
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The OSHA 30 hour seminar provides a comprehensive approach to General Industry Safety and Health. Topics are more numerous and covered in greater depth with a focus on OSHA compliance issues. This course is highly recommended to Safety Directors, Supervisors or anyone who has a responsibility for the safety of employees. Anyone with an interest in safety and health will find it beneficial. No prerequisite.
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Six Sigma Green Belt
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This course is a blend of on-line training and classroom instruction. A Six Sigma project with appropriate reporting is required to demonstrate the DMAIC/L methodology acquired from the course. Course objectives include: Basic Understanding of Six Sigma principles, Understanding the Application of DMAIC/L Methodology, Demonstrating Six Sigma Methodology on a project, and Understanding the Role of a Green Belt in leading a team on a Six Sigma project. Total class hours are 44.
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If you have any questions you may contact the following persons:
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