Workforce Training and Business Development Center | Central State University
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Workforce Training and Business Development Center | Central State University
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CSU-Dayton
Workforce Training and Business Development Center
The
Workforce Training and Business Development Center at
Central State University-Dayton
targets
historically underserved and underemployed populations to create career pathways for participants by providing training in high-demand skills in growing industries.
Free courses
The Workforce Training and Business Development Center at
Central State University-Dayton
offers
free training in high-demand skills in growing industries
. These programs, led by expert CSU faculty at CSU-Dayton and Central State University in Wilberforce, equip workers with the skills and knowledge they need to excel in the job market.
The courses are free to those residing in Clark, Greene, and Montgomery counties.
Register for a free professional certificate course
Are you a current resident of Montgomery, Clark, or Greene counties in Ohio? We are excited to offer 30 new certificate programs — all free to you to work at your own pace!
Learn More
Metal additive manufacturing workshops
instruct individuals to obtain foundational knowledge and safety issues associated with AM techniques (3D printing).
The Environmental, Health, & Safety and Security (EHSS) Certificate Program offers
a critical review of environmental regulations and compliance; workplace health and safety; EHS-audit, ethics, and leadership requirements; and environmental resource economics.
The Environmental Permitting and Auditing Program offers
a critical review of environmental permitting and auditing of institutional and/or industrial facilities; background evaluation, verification of activities; applicability of regulations; permit- requirements and construction; monitoring of activities; and compliance verification and certification.
The Energy Efficiency and Auditing of Water/Wastewater Systems Workshop Program offers a
critical review of drinking water and wastewater processing trains; regulatory requirements; energy use of unit operations and processes and overall plant use; application of renewables; net-zero positive energy of wastewater processing; and energy use efficiency.
Robotics, Programmable Logic Controller, and Flexible Manufacturing Systems Workshops provide training on industrial-grade flexible manufacturing systems (FMS) consisting of robots, instrumentation devices, computers, sensors, and other stand-alone systems, such as inspection machines.
Heat Treating Workshops offer an
interactive approach to learning the basic elements associated with the heat treating of metals including a variety of real-life manufacturing situations.
Attendees in Basic ARC/MIG/TIG Welding Workshops will gain basic technical understanding of shielded metal arc welding (Stick), gas metal arc welding, Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (TIG) welding, and Oxy-acetylene brazing fundamentals.
CNC Programming Workshops
train individuals to understand the process of producing high-quality parts.
Principles of Drinking Water Treatment and Water Quality Workshop offers
a critical review of water resource(s); public water system training and applicability requirements; unit processes and operations; drinking water quality verification; water quality regulations; water quality lab and data reporting; and annual Consumer Confidence Reports.
Principles of Wastewater Treatment and Resource Recovery Workshops offer a critical review of wastewater influent(s); l/l; and wet weather-flows; wastewater processing train and resource recovery; solids' processing and management; wastewater effluent quality verification; NPDES permit and regulations; final-effluent reuse opportunity; and DMR data reporting.
In iOS App Development Workshops, participants will learn how to be an app developer using Swift, an open-source programming language introduced by Apple. At the end of the workshop, attendees will have the skills and knowledge to create apps for their real-world applications.
In Android App Development Workshops, participants will learn how to use an MIT app inventor an open-source Android app development tool for beginners even without coding background. This workshop is designed for K12 computer science teachers or individuals who want to learn Android app development quickly in one workshop. At the workshop’s conclusion, participants will be able to create Android apps for real-world applications.
Entrepreneurship skills development
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In addition to the workshops and programs listed above, CSU-Dayton provides workshops focusing on owning and managing a small business, using Microsoft Office applications, credit management, internet marketing, web design, managing digital media, sexual harassment, discrimination, motivation, and human behavior.
Course outline and steps to develop an effective business and workforce:
Business Startup (Vision & Feasibility)
Introduction to Making a Persuasive Business Pitch
Building the Business Plan
Research, Resources, and Networking
Know/Learn Your Marketplace (Supply, Demand & Value)
Workforce Development & Training and Production
Creativity & Entrepreneurship
Financial Analysis for Decision Making
Becoming a Creative & Resourceful Entrepreneur
Building and Leading Effective Workforce Teams
Essential Guide to Entrepreneurship
Product/Service Management
Introduction to Social Media and Web Development
Building Sustainable Traffic for Business Growth
Entrepreneurial Finance
Finance and Risk Management
Private Equity and Venture Capital
Effective Fundraising and Leadership
Branding, Content, and Social Media
Closing the Deal with Effective Return on Investment (ROI) Proposal
Strategic Marketing Planning and Implementation
Market Research and Analysis
Operations Management and Optimization
Human Resources Strategies for Small Businesses
Legal Aspects of Business: Contracts and Compliance
Project Management for Entrepreneurs
Business Ethics and Social Responsibility
Technology Trends for Business Innovation
International Business Expansion Strategies
Negotiation Skills for Business Success
Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
Effective Communication in the Business Environment
Innovation and Product Development
Supply Chain Management
E-commerce Strategies and Implementation
Leadership and Change Management
Sustainability and Green Business Practices
Crisis Management and Business Continuity
Data Analytics for Business Decision-Making
Entrepreneurial Mindset and Resilience
For more information, contact
Omotayo Obayanju, interim director, at
oobayanju@centralstate.edu
or
937-376-6009
.
The Workforce Training and Business Development Center at CSU-Dayton offers 11 workshops, as noted above.
You can register for a workshop two ways. All of our workshop flyers are posted on our
Facebook page
,
CSU Workforce Training and Business Center.
You can also
register by
filling out our interest form
or reaching out to Omotayo Obayanju, interim director, at
937-376-6009
.
Learn More
Currently, all workshops are free to attend for residents of Clark, Greene, and Montgomery counties in Ohio.
Workshops are conducted at CSU-Dayton and Central State University main campus, where the labs are located.
Most workshops are offered during the break periods because our faculty members teach the workshops. Small business classes are offered year-round from Mondays to Thursdays.
Yes, some topics will build on others, and you can take workshops across the selection.
The length of time in the workshop will vary according to the topic and the instructor.
Our workshops are built on a hybrid format consisting of two areas of experiential learning. The first is classroom/theory and safety information, and the second is r
igorous hands-on training to build skills and knowledge.
No, these workshops are intended for members of the community to attend and gain skills to pursue in-demand jobs. Central State University students can also participate in the workshops.
Participants must be at least 18 years old due to the lab safety and learning environment.
Skip to Content
CSU-Dayton
Workforce Training and Business Development Center
The
Workforce Training and Business Development Center at
Central State University-Dayton
targets
historically underserved and underemployed populations to create career pathways for participants by providing training in high-demand skills in growing industries.
Free courses
The Workforce Training and Business Development Center at
Central State University-Dayton
offers
free training in high-demand skills in growing industries
. These programs, led by expert CSU faculty at CSU-Dayton and Central State University in Wilberforce, equip workers with the skills and knowledge they need to excel in the job market.
The courses are free to those residing in Clark, Greene, and Montgomery counties.
Register for a free professional certificate course
Are you a current resident of Montgomery, Clark, or Greene counties in Ohio? We are excited to offer 30 new certificate programs — all free to you to work at your own pace!
Learn More
Metal additive manufacturing workshops
instruct individuals to obtain foundational knowledge and safety issues associated with AM techniques (3D printing).
The Environmental, Health, & Safety and Security (EHSS) Certificate Program offers
a critical review of environmental regulations and compliance; workplace health and safety; EHS-audit, ethics, and leadership requirements; and environmental resource economics.
The Environmental Permitting and Auditing Program offers
a critical review of environmental permitting and auditing of institutional and/or industrial facilities; background evaluation, verification of activities; applicability of regulations; permit- requirements and construction; monitoring of activities; and compliance verification and certification.
The Energy Efficiency and Auditing of Water/Wastewater Systems Workshop Program offers a
critical review of drinking water and wastewater processing trains; regulatory requirements; energy use of unit operations and processes and overall plant use; application of renewables; net-zero positive energy of wastewater processing; and energy use efficiency.
Robotics, Programmable Logic Controller, and Flexible Manufacturing Systems Workshops provide training on industrial-grade flexible manufacturing systems (FMS) consisting of robots, instrumentation devices, computers, sensors, and other stand-alone systems, such as inspection machines.
Heat Treating Workshops offer an
interactive approach to learning the basic elements associated with the heat treating of metals including a variety of real-life manufacturing situations.
Attendees in Basic ARC/MIG/TIG Welding Workshops will gain basic technical understanding of shielded metal arc welding (Stick), gas metal arc welding, Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (TIG) welding, and Oxy-acetylene brazing fundamentals.
CNC Programming Workshops
train individuals to understand the process of producing high-quality parts.
Principles of Drinking Water Treatment and Water Quality Workshop offers
a critical review of water resource(s); public water system training and applicability requirements; unit processes and operations; drinking water quality verification; water quality regulations; water quality lab and data reporting; and annual Consumer Confidence Reports.
Principles of Wastewater Treatment and Resource Recovery Workshops offer a critical review of wastewater influent(s); l/l; and wet weather-flows; wastewater processing train and resource recovery; solids' processing and management; wastewater effluent quality verification; NPDES permit and regulations; final-effluent reuse opportunity; and DMR data reporting.
In iOS App Development Workshops, participants will learn how to be an app developer using Swift, an open-source programming language introduced by Apple. At the end of the workshop, attendees will have the skills and knowledge to create apps for their real-world applications.
In Android App Development Workshops, participants will learn how to use an MIT app inventor an open-source Android app development tool for beginners even without coding background. This workshop is designed for K12 computer science teachers or individuals who want to learn Android app development quickly in one workshop. At the workshop’s conclusion, participants will be able to create Android apps for real-world applications.
Entrepreneurship skills development
Image
In addition to the workshops and programs listed above, CSU-Dayton provides workshops focusing on owning and managing a small business, using Microsoft Office applications, credit management, internet marketing, web design, managing digital media, sexual harassment, discrimination, motivation, and human behavior.
Course outline and steps to develop an effective business and workforce:
Business Startup (Vision & Feasibility)
Introduction to Making a Persuasive Business Pitch
Building the Business Plan
Research, Resources, and Networking
Know/Learn Your Marketplace (Supply, Demand & Value)
Workforce Development & Training and Production
Creativity & Entrepreneurship
Financial Analysis for Decision Making
Becoming a Creative & Resourceful Entrepreneur
Building and Leading Effective Workforce Teams
Essential Guide to Entrepreneurship
Product/Service Management
Introduction to Social Media and Web Development
Building Sustainable Traffic for Business Growth
Entrepreneurial Finance
Finance and Risk Management
Private Equity and Venture Capital
Effective Fundraising and Leadership
Branding, Content, and Social Media
Closing the Deal with Effective Return on Investment (ROI) Proposal
Strategic Marketing Planning and Implementation
Market Research and Analysis
Operations Management and Optimization
Human Resources Strategies for Small Businesses
Legal Aspects of Business: Contracts and Compliance
Project Management for Entrepreneurs
Business Ethics and Social Responsibility
Technology Trends for Business Innovation
International Business Expansion Strategies
Negotiation Skills for Business Success
Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
Effective Communication in the Business Environment
Innovation and Product Development
Supply Chain Management
E-commerce Strategies and Implementation
Leadership and Change Management
Sustainability and Green Business Practices
Crisis Management and Business Continuity
Data Analytics for Business Decision-Making
Entrepreneurial Mindset and Resilience
For more information, contact
Omotayo Obayanju, interim director, at
oobayanju@centralstate.edu
or
937-376-6009
.
The Workforce Training and Business Development Center at CSU-Dayton offers 11 workshops, as noted above.
You can register for a workshop two ways. All of our workshop flyers are posted on our
Facebook page
,
CSU Workforce Training and Business Center.
You can also
register by
filling out our interest form
or reaching out to Omotayo Obayanju, interim director, at
937-376-6009
.
Learn More
Currently, all workshops are free to attend for residents of Clark, Greene, and Montgomery counties in Ohio.
Workshops are conducted at CSU-Dayton and Central State University main campus, where the labs are located.
Most workshops are offered during the break periods because our faculty members teach the workshops. Small business classes are offered year-round from Mondays to Thursdays.
Yes, some topics will build on others, and you can take workshops across the selection.
The length of time in the workshop will vary according to the topic and the instructor.
Our workshops are built on a hybrid format consisting of two areas of experiential learning. The first is classroom/theory and safety information, and the second is r
igorous hands-on training to build skills and knowledge.
No, these workshops are intended for members of the community to attend and gain skills to pursue in-demand jobs. Central State University students can also participate in the workshops.
Participants must be at least 18 years old due to the lab safety and learning environment.