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ArkTA Trucking Academy CDL

$3,000

with Robert Lee

Calendar Feb 9, 2026 at 8 am, runs for 4 weeks

The Arkansas Trucking Academy (ArkTA) at UAHT is your fastest and most economical choice to move you into a new and exciting commercial truck driving career. Our program is made possible by an Arkansas Regional Workforce grant, which means our program will save you thousands of the cost of a private trucking academy. In a matter of weeks, you can have a commercial driver’s license (CDL) and the skills needed to be employed and earning competitive wages in the field of transportation.

Fiber Optic Technician

Free

with Keegan Johnson

Calendar Feb 9, 2026 at 5:30 pm

Launch a new career as a Fiber Optic Technician in just 8 weeks of class time!• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday evenings• Qualified applicancts can get trained for free* and be certified to install, maintain & troubleshoot fiber broadband. Unlock a rewarding job with top employers!

Forklift Operator Training

$80

with Dr. Iry Rice

Calendar Feb 21, 2026 at 8 am

 This course provides formal classroom instruction with evaluation and practical hands-on training with evaluation in accordance with OSHA standards. Completing both portions of the training results in the issuance of a forklift operator training certification card valid for 3 years. OSHA requires the employer to ensure that every powered industrial truck (forklift) operator is competent in the operation of a truck prior to operating as proven by the successful completion of the required training. This course focuses on the required elements of a forklift operator training program outlined in the OSHA forklift standard, 29 CFR 1910.178. The classroom instruction element provides general information on all types of forklifts and is followed by a written examination. The practical hands-on training provides specific instruction on the forklift operated by the trainee and is followed by an evaluation of performance. Training certification is issued for successful completion of both elements of the training process. To be legally employed as a forklift operator in any state in the U.S, a person must be at least 18 years of age and obtain certification.  

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) Level 1

$1,300

with Ken Walsh

Calendar Feb 24, 2026 at 8 am, runs for 1 week

This is a hands-on training where you will learn basic programming, maintenance and troubleshooting PLC based industrial controls using PLC trainers with Allen Bradley/ Rockwell Automation Control-Logix hardware and Allen Bradley/Rockwell Automation Studio 5000 and RSLinx software. The central processing unit is a 1769-L36ERM. The basic operating principles of all PLCs, their inputs and outputs (discrete and analog), programming, maintenance, and networking will be covered.

Basic instructions, Forcing, Cross-Referencing, QuickWatch. Course contains integrated practice exercises. Understanding Controller Organizer, Tasks, Programs and Routines.

This class also includes the following:  Final Exam, Laboratory Manual

ArkTA Trucking Academy CDL

$3,000

with Robert Lee

Calendar Mar 9, 2026 at 8 am, runs for 4 weeks

The Arkansas Trucking Academy (ArkTA) at UAHT is your fastest and most economical choice to move you into a new and exciting commercial truck driving career. Our program is made possible by an Arkansas Regional Workforce grant, which means our program will save you thousands of the cost of a private trucking academy. In a matter of weeks, you can have a commercial driver’s license (CDL) and the skills needed to be employed and earning competitive wages in the field of transportation.

Payment plan available: $1,000 deposit plus 4 payments of $500.00, paid weekly.

Forklift Operator Training

$80

with Dr. Iry Rice

Calendar Mar 21, 2026 at 8 am

 This course provides formal classroom instruction with evaluation and practical hands-on training with evaluation in accordance with OSHA standards. Completing both portions of the training results in the issuance of a forklift operator training certification card valid for 3 years. OSHA requires the employer to ensure that every powered industrial truck (forklift) operator is competent in the operation of a truck prior to operating as proven by the successful completion of the required training. This course focuses on the required elements of a forklift operator training program outlined in the OSHA forklift standard, 29 CFR 1910.178. The classroom instruction element provides general information on all types of forklifts and is followed by a written examination. The practical hands-on training provides specific instruction on the forklift operated by the trainee and is followed by an evaluation of performance. Training certification is issued for successful completion of both elements of the training process. To be legally employed as a forklift operator in any state in the U.S, a person must be at least 18 years of age and obtain certification.  

ArkTA Trucking Academy CDL

$3,000

with Robert Lee

Calendar Apr 6, 2026 at 8 am, runs for 4 weeks

The Arkansas Trucking Academy (ArkTA) at UAHT is your fastest and most economical choice to move you into a new and exciting commercial truck driving career. Our program is made possible by an Arkansas Regional Workforce grant, which means our program will save you thousands of the cost of a private trucking academy. In a matter of weeks, you can have a commercial driver’s license (CDL) and the skills needed to be employed and earning competitive wages in the field of transportation.

Payment plan available: $1,000 deposit plus 8 payments of $250.00, paid weekly.

Forklift Operator Training

$80

with Dr. Iry Rice

Calendar Apr 18, 2026 at 8 am

 This course provides formal classroom instruction with evaluation and practical hands-on training with evaluation in accordance with OSHA standards. Completing both portions of the training results in the issuance of a forklift operator training certification card valid for 3 years. OSHA requires the employer to ensure that every powered industrial truck (forklift) operator is competent in the operation of a truck prior to operating as proven by the successful completion of the required training. This course focuses on the required elements of a forklift operator training program outlined in the OSHA forklift standard, 29 CFR 1910.178. The classroom instruction element provides general information on all types of forklifts and is followed by a written examination. The practical hands-on training provides specific instruction on the forklift operated by the trainee and is followed by an evaluation of performance. Training certification is issued for successful completion of both elements of the training process. To be legally employed as a forklift operator in any state in the U.S, a person must be at least 18 years of age and obtain certification.  





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