ACCS INNOVATION CENTER
Training our State for the better
The ACCS Innovation Center, a division of the Alabama Community College System, brings together the state’s community colleges, business and industry, and community partners to deliver rapid, industry-recognized non-credit training within some of the state’s most in-demand career fields.
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A TEAM EFFORT
A TEAM EFFORT
The ACCS Innovation Center, founded by the Alabama Community College System, was created to develop the Skills For Success Program and Career Exploration Program. These programs include training courses that meet the statewide demand for skilled workforce training in Alabama.
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SUCCESS STORIES
Over 65,000 students have enrolled in our program across the state. Hear directly from those who have completed the courses, received credentials, and are now starting a new career.
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SKILLS FOR SUCCESS TRAINING COURSES
The training you need to get the job you want.
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Transportation
Propane Technician
Asphalt Lab Technician
Water Treatment Operator Grade 2
Biotechnician
Machine Operator Technician
Nursery Landscape Worker
Plumbing Assistant
Concrete Mixer Truck Driver
Motor Grader Operator
Forklift Operator
Barista
Flooring Installation Technician
Customer Service
Community Health Worker
Carpentry Helper
Electrical Helper
School Bus Endorsement
Land Survey Technician
Nursing Support Technician
Ambulance Operator
HazMat Endorsement
Passenger Endorsement
CDL Class B
CDL Class A
Fiber Optics Technician and Installer
Retail Meat Cutter
Hotel Operations
Food & Beverage
Mental Health Worker
Manufactured Home Installer Helper
Excavator Operator
Asphalt Roller Operator
Bulldozer Operator
Skid Steer Operator
Veterinary Assistant
Asphalt Lab Technician
Water Treatment Operator Grade 2
Nursery Landscape Worker
Concrete Mixer Truck Driver
Motor Grader Operator
Forklift Operator
Carpentry Helper
Land Survey Technician
CDL Class B
CDL Class A
Fiber Optics Technician and Installer
Retail Meat Cutter
Excavator Operator
Asphalt Roller Operator
Bulldozer Operator
Skid Steer Operator
Asphalt Lab Technician
Nursery Landscape Worker
Plumbing Assistant
Concrete Mixer Truck Driver
Motor Grader Operator
Forklift Operator
Flooring Installation Technician
Carpentry Helper
Electrical Helper
Land Survey Technician
CDL Class B
CDL Class A
Fiber Optics Technician and Installer
Manufactured Home Installer Helper
Excavator Operator
Asphalt Roller Operator
Customer Service
Fiber Optics Technician and Installer
Customer Service
Fiber Optics Technician and Installer
Customer Service
Mental Health Worker
Asphalt Lab Technician
Water Treatment Operator Grade 2
CDL Class B
CDL Class A
Fiber Optics Technician and Installer
Excavator Operator
Asphalt Roller Operator
Bulldozer Operator
Skid Steer Operator
Biotechnician
Community Health Worker
Nursing Support Technician
Ambulance Operator
Mental Health Worker
Barista
Customer Service
Retail Meat Cutter
Hotel Operations
Food & Beverage
Customer Service
Retail Meat Cutter
Hotel Operations
Food & Beverage
Fiber Optics Technician and Installer
Customer Service
Community Health Worker
Nursing Support Technician
Ambulance Operator
Mental Health Worker
Machine Operator Technician
Forklift Operator
Carpentry Helper
Electrical Helper
Fiber Optics Technician and Installer
Manufactured Home Installer Helper
Biotechnician
Customer Service
Fiber Optics Technician and Installer
Asphalt Lab Technician
Customer Service
School Bus Endorsement
Ambulance Operator
HazMat Endorsement
Passenger Endorsement
CDL Class B
CDL Class A
Excavator Operator
Asphalt Roller Operator
Bulldozer Operator
Skid Steer Operator
NEWSROOM
More News
Opportunities, challenges in building the workforce pipeline
And apprenticeships are helping to close workforce gaps, too. Each of the 24 colleges in the Alabama Community College System is a Registered Apprenticeship sponsor. Another witness from Alabama – Joel Stadtlander, director of human resources for steel processor ArcelorMittal Calvert – noted that his company works with
Coastal Alabama
and
Bishop State
community colleges on apprenticeships that graduate ready-to-work technicians.
Ivey, education leaders praise federal move to merge education, workforce programs
“Alabama has positioned itself to be on the cutting edge of workforce innovations and opportunities because of remarkable coordination and collaboration,” Ivey said. “The newly formed Alabama Department of Workforce’s mission is to elevate Alabama’s talent pipeline to benefit our state’s workforce future by connecting our incredible partners in education to industry demand.”
Over 50 Municipal Officials Graduate from the Alabama League of Municipalities’ Training Program
More than 50 Alabama municipal officials were honored at the Alabama League of Municipalities’ 2025 CMO Graduation and Awards Ceremony, celebrating achievements in mandatory municipal training and the League’s partnership with the Alabama Community College System to enhance online learning.
FCEF & ACCS Launch Statewide “Skills for Success: Flooring Installation Technician” Course
The
Floor Covering Education Foundation (FCEF)
is pleased to announce the statewide rollout of the
Skills for Success: Flooring Installation Technician
course in partnership with the
Alabama Community College System (ACCS)
FCEF Partners with ACCS to Train Flooring Installers
The flooring industry plays a vital role in construction and homebuilding and through Skills for Success and our community colleges, we’re helping ensure Alabama has the skilled professionals needed to meet that growing demand.
Looking for a career change? How One Alabama Man Landed a Well-Paying Job in Tech
The Innovation Center works hand-in-hand with businesses and industries across the state to design training programs that directly meet workforce needs. Instead of years of schooling, participants can complete targeted certifications that prepare them to step into well-paying jobs quickly.
The Drive to Find CDL Drivers in Alabama
Skills for Success CDL training programs are offered at most of Alabama’s 24 community and technical colleges as part of the state’s rapid-training, workforce development push. CDL training is offered to students seeking a Class A license (for heavy and tractor-trailer driving) or Class B license (for lighter-weight vehicles including straight trucks, box trucks and large buses). Training is also available for Hazmat, Passenger and School Bus license endorsements.
Wallace Community College Offering Free Workforce Training
Wallace Community College Dothan (WCCD) instructors provide the community with free training courses through Skills for Success to contribute those and other workforces.
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