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Professional Training for Career and Personal Enhancement


Sometimes called "Adult Education", Professional Training at Anoka-Ramsey Community College offers a wide variety of individual courses as well as certificate programs to meet the challenge of finding and maintaining employment in today's global economy.

Professional Training offerings are particularly popular with adults of all ages who:

  • have a degree but want to sharpen their skills
  • need to learn new skills
  • are preparing for a new (or first) career
  • are freshening up their resume
  • are seeking a promotion or a raise
  • need a confidence boost
  • want to increase their professional and personal networks
Check out our current classes and certificate offerings in these exciting fields.
Professional Development 
Developing skills such as customer service, project management, leadership, team building and others is a great way to become and remain an in-demand employee.  Professional Training at Anoka-Ramsey Community College specializes in discovering your specific needs and designing just the right training program for you.
Allied Healthcare 
We are pleased to be at the forefront in training for Allied Healthcare. Our special relationships with respected hospitals and healthcare centers in Minnesota equip them to give the best care possible in a rapidly changing field.  Explore our many programs that can help you improve the health and wellness of yourself and others.
Art, Language, & Writing
Arts and communication workers use creativity and talents in their job.  You may work as an artist, art teacher or an elementary teacher; or you may want to work behind the scenes as a writer.  Perhaps you want to discover your hidden talents or learn a new language for business or travel. Anoka-Ramsey Community College has a wide variety of course offerings to help you with your personal and professional development.
Biomedical Technology 
The medical device industry is one of the largest and most successful forces in Minnesota, providing over 25,000 jobs in over 500 organizations with many more in supporting companies.  Anoka-Ramsey Community College offers continuing education courses specifically developed to provide leading-edge information for individuals who wish to upgrade their knowledge and skills, or to transfer their experience into this industry.  All courses are taught by industry professionals who share their experience in a variety of program areas and keep the content and relevance current. View Educational Pathways.
Computer Applications & Information Technology 
Staying current with information technology in today’s office environment is essential.  The Professional Training Center has a wide range of computer technology training to help you as a business or as an individual.  We offer computer applications, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint; as well as technical applications such as web design, Cisco CCNA, CompTIA Network+ and Security+.
Integrative Health & Healing 
Integrative Health & Healing is an exciting new industry that has captured the interest of healthcare providers, practitioners and consumers as it continues to grow and emerge into our society. Anoka-Ramsey's Professional Training provides training for individuals and healthcare professionals interested in natural, holistic and integrative health and healing practices.
Leadership Academy 
Be one of a small group and experience powerful leadership development designed to meet the challenges of our complex and changing world. Our Leadership Academy is designed specifically for emerging and talented leaders in business, organizations and government agencies.  Enhance your critical thinking, problem-solving, and ethical decision making skills, as well as develop your knowledge and understanding about local issues, the political process, and best leadership practices in business and government

PEOPLE TO CONTACT

Professional Training Center
763-433-1200