A-B Tech has many short-term training options designed to help students get started in a new career quickly. Explore our options either by programs or length of time and find the path that's right for you.
You can complete most of the following academic and workforce programs in less than a year:
The credentials below may be earned in either one, two, or three semesters if beginning with Fall. You can find more information and register on our registration page.
Fall Completion (1 Semester):
- Construction Management Technology – Basic Construction & Millwork Certificate
- Welding Technology – Basic Welding Certificate
- Automotive Systems Technology - Certificate I
- Business Administration – Retail Marketing Certificate
Spring Completion (2 Semester):
- Electrical Systems Technology – Electrical Wiring Certificate
- Computer-Integrated Machining – Basic Machining and CNC Certificate
- Construction Management Technology Certificate
- Industrial Systems Technology – Basic Maintenance Certificate
- Diesel and Heavy Equipment Technology Certificate
- Electronics Engineering Technology – Electronics Manufacturing Certificate
- Baking and Pastry Arts – Baking and Pastry Arts Certificate
- Business Administration – Accounting Certificate
- Culinary Arts – Culinary Studies Certificate
- Esthetics Technology – Esthetics Technology Certificate
- Hospitality Management - Hospitality Management Certificate
- Information Technology – Computer Basics Certificate
- Information Technology – GIS Fundamentals Certificate
- Office Administration – Word Processing/Desktop Publishing Certificate
- Early Childhood Education - Spring Start (2 semester) - Early Childhood Certificate
- Infant Toddler Certificate
- Basic Emergency Management Science
- Fire Protection Technology
Summer Completion (3 semester):
- Automotive Systems Technology Diploma
- Building Construction Science Diploma
- Mechanical Engineering Technology - Automation & Robotics Certificate
- Computer-Integrated Machining Diploma
- Welding Technology Diploma
- Electrical Systems Technology Diploma
- Electrical Systems Technology - Building Instrumentation and Control
- Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology Diploma
- Diesel and Heavy Equipment Technology Diploma
- Industrial Systems Technology – Mechatronics Diploma
- Medical Office Administration – Medical Office Administration Medical Coding Certificate
- Office Administration – Office Management Certificate
- Early Childhood Education:
- Early Childhood Certificate (Summer/Fall/Spring)
- Infant Toddler Certificate (Summer/Fall/Spring)
Advanced Manufacturing
WNC’s manufacturing sector is still booming and it provides some of the higher-paying jobs in the area with the best benefits. Many individuals with a high school diploma and short-term training, or just good mechanical ability, can expect to be making $15 - $20 an hour within 5 years of taking a job in the manufacturing industry. 5 to 15-week classes start in January.
Skilled Trades
For those who like to work with their hands, our skilled trade classes provide training to hone your skills and turn them into a career. Right now, there are many jobs in the trades going unfilled due to the retirement of the Baby Boomer generation and the lack of new workers with the right skills. In this area as well, you can make around $15 - $20 an hour.
Healthcare
The Healthcare field has such a wide variety of job opportunities. From working directly with patients to office positions, there's something for everyone. In this vein, our training is also varied to better serve the needs of our students.
Business and Hospitality
With Asheville's tourism industry, is it any wonder that business and hospitality positions are in demand? Whether you're more comfortable behind a desk or the great outdoors, there are opportunities for a fun and exciting career waiting for you.
Online
Learn from the comfort of your own home with our flexible online options. While we have over 200 online classes that can help you build skills or explore careers, there are a few that also prepare you to sit for nationally recognized certifications