Workforce Training & Leadership Development | Northampton Community College

Workforce Training and Leadership Development

Building Pennsylvania’s Industry Through Innovation and Education

Since 1967, Northampton Community College (NCC) has played a vital role in empowering students and professionals—and driving economic growth across Pennsylvania through our Workforce Training and Leadership Development initiative.

In this community-focused program, we invest in local businesses, entrepreneurs, and leaders who are passionate about cultivating industrial innovation and professional growth. Our goal is to help regional organizations strengthen their performance, troubleshoot real challenges, and confidently face the future.

For more information, contact us today at cbi@northampton.edu or 610-332-8678. You can also explore our latest course catalogs to review current offerings.

What Is NCC’s Workforce Training and Leadership Development?

NCC’s Workforce Training and Leadership Development programs meet the real-world needs of Pennsylvania’s employers and working professionals. Through results-driven learning, we help organizations upskill their workforce and empower leaders to take on new challenges.

The workforce development programs are offered at all of our campuses, online, or onsite at your organization for maximum flexibility. They include:

Open-enrollment courses in leadership, technology, and industry-specific skills
Skill-focused certificate programs designed to meet local workforce demand
Customized training solutions for organizations and businesses of all sizes
One-on-one coaching available for every level—from front-line employees to the C-suite

Our expert trainers partner with your organization to design customized programs that align with your goals. These programs help you build stronger teams, enhance productivity, and create long-term success.

Find Your Industry

Pennsylvania’s workforce is diverse and continues to grow. Whether you're looking to support and strengthen your bottom line through employee education options or seeking new career skills for yourself, we offer training programs and leadership development courses across a broad range of industries.

Business and Leadership Development

Cultivate stronger teams and competent leaders with expert-led training in management, communication, and continuous improvement, all customized to your organization’s growth needs.

Business & Leadership Development

Corporate and Public Safety

NCC helps keep your employees safe. Our OSHA-authorized outreach courses train employers and employees to identify risks, prevent hazards, and create safer, healthier workplaces for all.

Corporate & Public Safety

Healthcare

Elevate your future with NCC’s healthcare training and continuing education programs for nurses, caregivers, and administrators. Sharpen your skills, earn credentials, and make a difference in your community.

Healthcare Training

Hospitality and Tourism

Northampton’s hospitality and tourism workshops, certificates, and degree programs deliver hands-on training to build your skills and form vital industry connections that further your career.

Hospitality Career Training

Information Technology (IT) Education and Computer Training

Stay on the cutting edge of technology at NCC. Enroll in our IT Education and Computer Training programs to acquire in-demand expertise in project management, data analytics, and more.

IT Education & Computer Training

Technical, Industrial, and Trades

Expand your skills and stay competitive through NCC’s technical and industrial training. Learn emerging technologies and hands-on techniques that prepare you for trades-focused work.

Technical, Industrial & Trades Training

Get Connected—Become an Affiliate Organization

Northampton Community College’s Center for Business & Industry (CBI) is built on collaboration. For decades, we’ve worked alongside local businesses and organizations to strengthen Pennsylvania’s workforce and create growth opportunities.

When you join as an affiliate organization, you gain tools and benefits that make employee training faster, easier, and more efficient, such as:

Add employees as contacts and register them for classes in minutes.
Pay instantly by corporate credit card or request an invoice for group purchases.
Assign multiple purchasing agents within your organization.
Stay informed about upcoming CBI courses, certificates, and workforce initiatives.

Download the “Becoming an Affiliate” PDF for step-by-step instructions.

Need more details? Please contact us at 610-332-8678 or at cbi@northampton.edu.

Discover LifeLearn

Through LifeLearn, NCC’s online course management system, affiliate organizations can easily explore CBI’s workforce training options. LifeLearn also allows you to enroll employees and manage payments—all in one convenient platform, making professional development simple and accessible.

Explore LifeLearn Catalogs

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