Training Programs Catalog

Ascend Global Training Institute — Training Programs

High-demand training for job seekers and employers. Browse by category below, or tell us what you need, and we'll point you to the right program.

Advanced Manufacturing

Hands-on technical training for production, maintenance and shop floor roles.

• Blueprint Reading — Introduction to symbol interpretation and calculations for industrial schematics and working drawings.
• PLC Fundamentals — Core skills for programming and troubleshooting programmable logic controllers (PLCs) used across manufacturing equipment.
• Welding — Hands-on welding instruction for industrial and shop floor applications.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt — Process improvement methodology for reducing waste and variability in production.
• Also includes: 5S Implementation, Basic Measurement Tools, Electrical Testing Equipment, Electrical Troubleshooting, FANUC Robot Operations, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, Revit Training, Hydraulics, Manufacturing Safety and Compliance, Mechanical Drives, and more.

AI, Cybersecurity and Quantum Computing

Covers practical AI adoption, AI and cybersecurity intersection topics, an introductory quantum computing course and CMMC compliance training.

• CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification) — New program preparing organizations and their workforce to meet CMMC compliance requirements, with relevance to aerospace, aviation and defense sector contractors and subcontractors.
• Intro to AI: Artificial Intelligence for Beginners — A 90-minute, noncredit introduction to AI for adult learners, covering core concepts and safe, ethical use of generative tools.
• AI for Business, Generative AI for Business — Practical AI adoption training for companies and small businesses, covering vendor evaluation, responsible integration and day-to-day workflows.
• Threat Modeling AI/ML Systems Essentials — Covers STRIDE and core threat-modeling frameworks applied to AI/ML systems.
• Industry-specific AI tracks — Separate short courses for healthcare, manufacturing, automotive, aviation and infrastructure/construction, each focused on real use cases for that sector.

Business Productivity

Foundational writing and communication skills for office and administrative roles.

• Business Communications — Covers grammar, sentence structure and paragraph-level writing skills for the workplace.
• Business Writing — Applied business writing focuses on clarity, organization and reader comprehension.

Computer Programming

Technical programming and scripting courses for IT and engineering roles.

• Python Introduction — Hands-on coverage of Python scripting fundamentals, file operations and working with binary data.
• Structured Query Language (SQL) — Writing Transact-SQL queries, covering database administration and business intelligence basics.
• PowerShell Scripting — Administering and automating Windows-based servers with Windows PowerShell.

Computer Skills — MS Office

Microsoft Office training at beginner through advanced levels.

• Microsoft Word I & II — From basic word processing to advanced styles, templates and master documents.
• Microsoft Excel I, II & III — From fundamental spreadsheet skills through pivot tables, macros and advanced data tools.

Construction Skills

A broad set of trade-specific and safety courses for the construction workforce.

• Electrical, Various Levels — A sequenced program from electrical fundamentals and NEC code through journeyman exam prep.
• Plumbing, Various Levels — A sequenced program covering code compliance, systems and hands-on installation and repair skills.
• Commercial HVAC, Various Levels — Comprehensive training from safety fundamentals through system design and troubleshooting.
• OSHA 10, OSHA 30 — Entry-level and supervisor-level occupational safety training for construction sites.

Emerging Technologies

Drone training and certification across multiple industries.

• FAA Part 107 Bootcamp — Intensive exam prep for the FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification.
• Drones for Construction and Inspection — Drone applications for progress monitoring, safety inspection and structural assessment.
• Drones for Public Safety and Transportation, Drones in Law Enforcement, Drones for Search and Rescue — Specialized public-sector drone training for emergency response and field operations.
• Also includes FAA Part 107 Cybersecurity Track, Advanced Aerial Inspections and Cinematography, Advanced GIS and Mapping, Drones in Agriculture, Introduction to Drone Programming and Block Coding and Advanced Drone Programming and Autonomous Systems.

Healthcare and Safety

Certification preparation for clinical and patient care roles, plus core workplace safety training.

• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) Certification Preparation — Patient care, medical office procedures and clinical technique training.
• NCLEX Exam Preparation — Comprehensive review for registered nursing candidates preparing for the NCLEX-RN exam.
• Registered Nurse Certification Preparation, by Specialty — Exam preparation tracks across critical care, medical-surgical, perioperative, oncology, psychiatric, neonatal and obstetric nursing certifications.
• Forklift Safety, OSHA 10, CPR-First Aid-AED — Core workplace safety certifications applicable across industries.

HR, Diversity and Compliance

Workplace culture, communication and conflict-management training for HR and people leaders.

• Courageous Conversations — Builds skills for open, respectful dialogue around difficult workplace topics.
• Conflict Management — Practical strategies for recognizing, addressing and resolving workplace conflict.
• Cultural Agility, Cultural Sensitivity — Building awareness, adaptability and inclusive communication across diverse teams.

Leadership and Customer Service

A large catalog of leadership, management and soft skills courses:

• First Time Supervisor — Soft skills training for newly promoted leads and supervisors who haven't yet had formal management training.
• Critical Thinking — Building reflective, independent judgment for day-to-day decision making.
• Negotiation Skills, Conflict Resolution — Practical frameworks for negotiating and resolving workplace disputes.
• Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace — Covers self-awareness, self-regulation, empathy and social skills for professional success.

Occupational Spanish and Workplace ESL

Job-specific Spanish language training for bilingual workplaces, plus structured workplace ESL.

• Command Spanish — An interactive, job-specific Spanish program with topic tracks for more than 30 industries and roles (healthcare, construction, law enforcement, retail, hospitality and more).
• Workplace ESL, Levels I–IV — A leveled progression from basic workplace communication through advanced professional English for interviews, meetings and presentations.

Productivity and Quality

Process improvement and quality management training for operations-focused roles.

• Principles of Lean Manufacturing — Core lean concepts for maximizing customer value while reducing cost and lead time.
• Six Sigma Green Belt Certification — Statistical tools and methodology (DMAIC) for leading continuous improvement projects.
• Total Productive Maintenance, Introduction and Advanced — A two-part program in preventive maintenance and equipment-effectiveness improvement.

Project Management

Core project management skills applicable across industries. 

• Project Management — Covers the critical elements of project management, team formation and managing organizational change.

Sales Training

Practical sales skills, from rapport-building through objection handling.

• The Art of Engagement — Business Communication and Etiquette — Builds everyday communication skills for client and coworker engagement.
• Overcoming Sales Objections — Strategies for addressing objections and converting them into new sales opportunities.

Supply Chain and Logistics

Purchasing, inventory and commercial driving training for logistics and supply chain roles.

• Principles of Purchasing — Covers inventory control, vendor selection, negotiation and ethics in purchasing.
• CDL Class A Driver Academy — Partnership program with KLLM Transport Services. Covers permit preparation through advanced freight operations, with tuition, housing, meals and transportation support for eligible students.
• Preparation Course for Certified Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) — Covers demand management, procurement and supply chain performance measurement.