Alva Campus Short Term Classes


Course Catalogue

Northwest Tech offers a variety of short term training options. You may view the Spring 2026 Catalogue online.

Workforce and Economic Development Classes

HEALTH & WELLNESS (Alva)DATEDAYSTIMESCOSTENROLL
Certified Nurse Aide, Long-term Care *Hybrid*Weekly enrollment. Call to schedule a time.Skills lab by arrangement. Clinical hours required.Hybrid$625.00Call 580.327.0344
Certified Nurse Aide07/13-07/30M-Th7:00 - 3:00$625.00Closed
Certified Nurse Aide08/31-09/17M-Th8:30 - 4:30$625.00Enroll Now
Advanced CMA- Diabetes and Insulin Administration10/07-10/08W-Th8:30 - 4:30$295.00Enroll Now
Raising Safe and Healthy Children08/27Th6:00 - 8:00FREEEnroll Now
Certified Medication Aide (CMA)11/30-12/10M-Th8:30 - 4:30$440.00Enroll Now
Certified Medication Aid, CEU's (In (Alva)9/22T8:00 - 4:30$32.00Enroll Now
Certified Medication Aid, CEU's (In Fairview)11/5T 8:00 - 4:30$32.00Enroll Now
Home Health Aide DeemingBy ArrangementVaries8:30 - 4:30$75.00Call 580.327.0344
Feeding AssistantBy ArrangementVaries8:30 - 4:30$50.00Call 580.327.0344
Restorative Care AideBy ArrangementVaries8:30 - 4:30$199.00Call 580.327.0344

EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES (Alva)DATESDAYSTIMESCOSTENROLL
Emergency Medical Technician TrainingSPRING 2027!5:30-9:30$1,210.00Call 580.327.0344
EMR, Emergency Medical Responder Training9/10-11/19T & Th5:30-9:30$366.00Enroll Now

AHA HEARTSAVER COURSES (Alva)DATESDAYSTIMESCOSTENROLL
Heartsaver First Aid/CPR/AEDBy ArrangementVariesVaries$60.00Call 580.327.0344
Heartsaver® Basic - Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED Online *Requires purchase of online course followed by in person skill check-offhttps://elearning.heart.org/course/1525$45.00Call 580.327.0344

AHA BASIC LIFE SUPPORT COURSES (Alva)DATESDAYSTIMESCOSTENROLL
Heart Code BLS Online *Requires purchase of online course followed by in person skill check-offhttps://elearning.heart.org/course/1511$45.00Call 580.327.0344
BLS Instructor Update10/22Th9:00 - 11:00$35.00Enroll Now
BLS Instructor Course *New format* Must take AHA BLS Instructor Essentials prior to course. Call for more information10/27T8:00 - 11:00$250.00Enroll Now

INDIVIDUAL & PUBLIC SAFETY (ALVA)DATESDAYSTIMESCOSTENROLL
OSHA 10 General Industry9/9 & 9/10Wed. & Thurs.8:30am-3pm120.00Enroll Now
OSHA 30 General Industry11/10-11/30/2026Tues. - Fri.8:30am-3pm295.00Enroll Now
SDA Handgun Permit Training7/18, 9/12, 11/14Sat.8:00 - 5:0065.00Enroll Now
Advanced Civilian Handgun TrainingCall to EnrollSat.9:00 - 1:00120.00Call 580.327.0344
Reasonable Suspicion Supervisor Training (DOT Reg: 49 CFR 382.603)Call to EnrollM-F8:00 - 10:00 AM30.00Call 580.327.0344
Covert Carry versus Concealed Carry Handgun TrainingCall to EnrollSat.8:00 - 5:00120.00Call 580.327.0344

DRIVING & VEHICLE SAFETY (ALVA)DATESDAYSTIMESCOSTENROLL
15 Passenger Van SafetyBy Arrangement35.00Call 580.327.0344
AAA Driver Improvement ProgramBy Arrangement45.00Call 580.327.0344
CDL Class A Course10/5-11/11M - F7:00 - 4:00 $4,300.00Enroll Now
Bumper-to-Bumper Online Entry Level Driving Course New! Pre-Requisite for School Bus / CDL DriversCall to EnrollCall 580.327.0344
School Bus Driver Training (Pre-Requisite Bumper-to-Bumper Training)Call 580.327.0344

CONTINUING EDUCATION FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT (CLEET)DATESDAYSTIMESCOSTENROLL
CLEET Reserve Peace Officer AcademyTBD; Fall 2026!VariesVaries250.00Call 580.327.0344
Law Enforcement Effective Report Writing (6hrs CLEET)12/9Tues.9:00 - 3:00FREEEnroll Now
Traffic Stops (2 hours of Mental Health Credit) Simulator Based08/24 or 10/8Varies8:30 - 4:30FREEEnroll Now
Active Shooter (2 hours of Mental Health Credit) Simulator Based9/14/ or 11/09Thur.8:30 - 4:30FREEEnroll Now
Tactical Medicine & Active Killing Events, Survival & Control in the Midst of Chaos (22 CE hours w/ 2 hrs Mental Health)10/5 & 10/6Mon. & Tues.8:30 - 6:30195.00Enroll Now
Traffic Stops (2 hours of Mental Health Credit) Force-on-Force Training10/27Tues8:30 - 4:3049.00Enroll Now
How to Write a Search Warrant (8 hours CLEET Credit)10/22 or 12/3Varies8:30 - 4:30FREEEnroll Now
Practical Building Searches for 1 and 2 Officers - Lunch included each day (16 hours CLEET Credit)12/14 and 12/15Mon./Tues.8:30-5:00125.00Enroll Now
*ONLY CLEET CERTIFIED OFFICERS, must be able to participate in intensive training lasting up to 10 hrs per day. Must be in good physical condition with no medical restrictions. Appropriate attire (BDU, agency t-shirt (long sleeve or short sleeve), boots, etc.) Course dates and locations will be listed on the CLEET website. https://www.ok.gov/cleet

FIRE SERVICE TRAINING (Offered at Alva and Fairview)DATESDAYSTIMESCOSTENROLL
*Visit https://www.osufst.org/ for more informationCall 580.327.0344
Classes TBD! Call for more details!

INDIVIDUAL & PUBLIC SAFETY (ALVA)DATESDAYSTIMESCOSTENROLL
OSHA 10 General Industry9/9 & 9/10Wed. & Thurs.8:30am-3pm120.00Enroll Now
OSHA 30 General Industry11/10-11/30/2026Tues. - Fri.8:30am-3pm295.00Enroll Now
SDA Handgun Permit Training9/12, 11/14Sat.8:00 - 5:0065.00Enroll Now
Advanced Civilian Handgun TrainingCall to EnrollSat.9:00 - 1:00120.00Call 580.327.0344
Reasonable Suspicion Supervisor Training (DOT Reg: 49 CFR 382.603)Call to EnrollM-F8:00 - 10:00 AM30.00Call 580.327.0344
Covert Carry versus Concealed Carry Handgun TrainingCall to EnrollSat.8:00 - 5:00120.00Call 580.327.0344

BUSINESS, LEADERSHIP & COMMUNICATION (Alva)DATESDAYSTIMESCOSTENROLL
Farm Financial Management and Risk MitigationCall for More InformationCall 580.327.0344
Business Planning/ Goal Setting / Planning / Marketing/
Risk Management/Balance Sheet & Record Keeping.
Call for More InformationCall 580.327.0344
Frontline Leadership 2027!
FrontLine Leadership Development is a comprehensive 40-hour professional development program designed to strengthen communication, leadership, and team management skills.
2/16, 3/9, 3/30, 4/20, 5/11, 6/1, 6/22, 7/13, 8/3, 8/24T8:30-12:30$625.00Enroll Now
The 6 Types of Working Genius (2-hour course)11/3, 2/2, 5/4, 8/10T8:30-10:30$35.00Enroll Now
The 6 Types of Working Genius (4-hour course)9/10, 12/8, 3/2, 6/8T8:30-12:30$50.00Enroll Now
Leadership/Customer Service SeriesThis four-part series addresses hot topics in today's workplace!
September 3 | Principles of Leadership
September 10 | Effective Communication
September 17 | Managing Conflict
September 24 | Diversity
September 2026Th9:00-1:00$30/person Call for Group/Corporate RateCall 580.327.0344

TECHNOLOGY & PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT (Alva)DATESDAYSTIMESCOSTENROLL
ACT Prep- Shelly Harris10/14W9:00-12:0020.00Enroll Now
ACT Prep- Chad Cargill12/2W9:00-12:0040.00Enroll Now
Canva 101: Design Made Simple Training Workshops
*In partnership with H6 Digital Branding
9/16, 10/14 & 11/18Wed5:30 - 8:3060.00Enroll Now
Computer Basics Series: NEW! Partnership with OSU Extension
*Includes topics such as Computer, Internet, E-mail Basics & More!
Call to EnrollDays Vary10:00 - 11:00FREECall 580.327.0344
HiSet- High School Diploma Alternative Class Enrollment- Self Tutorial
*Includes Workbook and a 1-Time HiSet Official Practice Test Code
Call to EnrollWVaries30.00Call 580.327.0344
OKLAHOMA CAREER READINESS DIPLOMACall for more InformationCall 580.327.0344
The Oklahoma Career Readiness Diploma offers a practical pathway for adults, 21 years of age and older, to achieve their high school equivalency
while also preparing them for employment. This diploma pathway allows individuals to combine high school credits, TABE scores, GED scores,
and HiSET scores, providing a flexible, personalized route to diploma completion. Additionally, all participants must enroll in an
Adult Education and Family Literacy (AEFL) program and complete a minimum of 12 instructional hours.
ESL Classes Available!Call for more InformationCall 580.327.0344
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CREATIVE & PERSONAL INTERESTDATESDAYSTIMESCOSTENROLL
SDA Handgun Permit Training9/12, 11/14Sat.8:00 - 5:0065.00Enroll Now
Holiday Treats Decorating Workshops New! (supply list included)
*in partnership with Wicked Whisk Bakehouse (@wickedwhiskbakehouse)
10/5-12/7Bundle & Save! 100.00Enroll Now
Workshop 1: Tricks, Treats & Haunted Sweets Decorating10/5M6:00 - 8:0035.00Enroll Now
Workshop 2: Harvest Treats Decorating11/235.00Enroll Now
Workshop 3: Merry & Bright Decorating12/735.00Enroll Now
Simulator Based Civilian Handgun Training - New! (Pick your Date)9/14; 10/12; 11/09M6:30pm-8:30pm35.00Enroll Now
Paint & Auto Body Basics Class (51 hour course) 8/12-12/9W6:00 - 9:00255.00Closed
Intro to Stained Glass9/15Tu5:30 - 9:30$55.00Enroll Now
Leatherwork - Advanced - (Prerequisite Basic Class)10/19 - 10/28M / W6:00pm - 9:00pm115.00Enroll Now
Heirloom in the Making: Build a Wooden Rocking Horse New!
All materials and safety equipment are provided!
10/22-11/5Th5:30 - 8:3075.00Enroll Now
Grain to Table: A Natural Bread Making Experience
Featuring 4Generations Organic Farms Wheat Berries
10/8, 11/12 or 12/10Th.5:30 - 7:3020.00Enroll Now
Leatherwork - Basic - Cost includes $100 leather tool kit9/14 - 9-30M / W6-30 - 8:30175.00Enroll Now
Dog Obedience Basic Class9/14-10/19M7:00 - 8:00150.00Enroll Now
Dog Obedience Intermediate Class (Pre-Requisite Basic Class)9/15-10/20Tu7:00 - 8:00150.00Enroll Now
Stained Glass 101 (Prerequisite - Intro to Stained Glass)9/17-10/1Tu, Th5:30 - 8:30120.00Enroll Now
Know Your Glock: Trigger to Takedown (Weapon Cleaning with our Glock Armorer) - New! (Pick your Date)9/22; 10/20; 11/16Tu6:30 - 9:0049.00Enroll Now
Weld it Your Way! Hands-On Project-Based Welding New!11/10 & 11/12T & Th5:30 - 8:3095.00Enroll Now
Package Perfect: Bow Making & Gift Wrapping Workshop New!11/9M6:00 - 8:0020.00Enroll Now
Easy As Pie! A Family Pie Crust Workshop
w/ Karleen White
9/26Sat.3:30 - 11:3015.00Enroll Now
Finishing Touches: Custom Knife Handles & Finishes11/3-11/10Tu, Th5:30 - 7:3075.00Enroll Now

CHEROKEE COMMUNITY COURSESDATESDAYSTIMESCOSTENROLL
1st Aid/CPR/AED American Heart/BLSBy Arrangement$60.00Call 580.327.0344
AAA - Driver ImprovementBy Arrangement$30.00Call 580.327.0344
Hunters Education July 28thCall 580.327.0344
Background PoultryJuly 29thCall 580.327.0344
BQA Certification (Beef Quality Assurance)August 24th 6:00Call 580.327.0344
Calving Management SchoolOctober 29th6:00Call 580-596-3131
Please call Alfalfa County Extension to register - Erin Metcalf - 580-596-3131

WAYNOKA COMMUNITY COURSESDATESDAYSTIMESCOSTENROLL
1st Aid/CPR/AED American Heart/BLSBy Arrangement$60.00Call 580.327.0344
AAA - Driver ImprovementBy Arrangement$30.00Call 580.327.0344

ONLINE SAFETY TRAINING/CAREER CERTIFICATIONS DATESDAYSTIMESCOSTENROLL
OSHA 10 (General Industry) (Online at your own pace!)Online Arranged$100.00 ppCall 580.327.0344
OSHA 10 (Construction) (Online at your own pace!)Online Arranged$100.00 ppCall 580.327.0344
OSHA 30 (General Industry) (Online at your own pace!)Online Arranged$200.00 ppCall 580.327.0344
OSHA 30 (Construction) (Online at your own pace!)Online Arranged$200.00 ppCall 580.327.0344
OSHA 10 (General Industry) (Online at your own pace!)Online By Arrangement$3 per Safety Credit/ PersonCall 580.327.0344
OSHA 30 (General Industry) (Online at your own pace!)
Confined Space Awareness
Lockout/Tagout Awareness
Fire Extinguisher Awareness
Personal Protective Equipment
Too many safety topic options to list!

ONLINE GOOGLE CAREER CERTIFICATIONS (Alva/Fairview)DATESDAYSTIMESCOSTENROLL
Grow with Google - Earn Online Certificates- Scholarships available!Self-Paced / OnlineFREECall 580.327.0344
Jumpstart your career? Google Career Certificates prepares you for:
- Data Analytics
- UX Design
- Project Management
- IT Support and Automation
- Cyber Security
- Digital Marketing and E-Commerce
No experience or degree required! Self-paced program is fully online and can be completed in three to six months of part-time study.

Enrollment Options

There are several easy ways to enroll for short term classes:

Class sizes are limited and fill on a first come, first serve basis.  Enrollment is not guaranteed until payment is received and enrollment is verified by a Northwest Tech staff member.

Contact Information

For questions about short-term classes at the Alva campus, contact Scott Brown by phone at 580.327.0344 by phone or by email at sbrown@nwtech.edu or Jessica Kriegh  by phone at 580.327.0344 or by email at jkriegh@nwtech.edu.