Workforce Training
In Leflore County, we know that a skilled workforce is the foundation of success for any industry. That’s why we’re committed to offering a wide range of workforce training opportunities tailored to meet the needs of local businesses. Whether you're in advanced manufacturing, healthcare, or agriculture, our workforce training programs are designed to equip your employees with the skills they need to excel. From hands-on technical education to customized industry training, Leflore County offers resources to help businesses thrive with a well-prepared workforce.
Our workforce training partners focus on job retention, employee growth, and long-term success, making sure your employees are equipped with the skills necessary to keep your business competitive.
Accelerate Mississippi
Accelerate Mississippi leads the state’s workforce development efforts with an emphasis on preparing young people for future careers. With over 200 career coaches placed in schools across Mississippi, Accelerate helps students identify career pathways and connect with local industries. Their programs focus on providing certification in high-demand fields such as coding, welding, truck driving, and more. The initiative helps bridge the gap between education and employment, ensuring that tomorrow’s workforce is ready to step into the jobs of today.
Career Technical Education
The Greenwood Leflore Career and Technical Center is a powerhouse for hands-on, industry-relevant education. Students in the CTE program gain real-world experience in fields like culinary arts, carpentry, law enforcement, and digital media. With a focus on work-based learning, CTE partners with local employers to give students the opportunity to explore career options and build essential job skills. This seamless transition from education to the workforce ensures that local industries have access to well-trained talent.
Mississippi Delta Community College
Mississippi Delta Community College plays a critical role in workforce development for Leflore County and beyond. The Capps Technology Center, home to MDCC’s Workforce Education Division, is a central hub for training tailored to meet the needs of local industries. Offering short-term classes, customized business training, and nationally recognized certifications, MDCC ensures that businesses have access to a workforce with the technical skills necessary to succeed. With the Capps Center’s ability to offer tailored solutions, MDCC is an essential partner for any company looking to invest in the Greenwood-Leflore-Carroll region.
South Delta Planning and Development District
As the fiscal agent for the Delta Workforce Development Area, South Delta PDD ensures that local businesses have access to a skilled workforce through the implementation of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). By administering federal funds, South Delta PDD helps provide job training and skills development for individuals across the region. Their work strengthens the local economy by ensuring that both workers and businesses have the resources needed to grow.
WIN Job Center
The Greenwood WIN Job Center offers a wide array of services designed to meet the needs of local employers. Whether it’s customized training to meet specific industry requirements or On-the-Job Training (OJT) programs that allow businesses to train employees while receiving wage reimbursement, the WIN Job Center is a key resource for companies looking to expand their workforce. With specialized programs like Electrical Lineman Training and Manufacturing Skills Training, offered in partnership with Mississippi Delta Community College, the WIN Job Center is here to help local industries thrive.