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Training Opportunities
Delivered By
Hosted By
Economic Development Corporation of Elkhart County
Positioning our community for growth! Some of the following services are provided through on-site training/analysis projects and workshops:
- Cyber Security Compliance
- Energy Efficiency & Sustainability
- Internal Auditor Training (IATF)
- Leadership Development
- Lean Manufacturing
- Lean Office
- Quality Improvement
- Quality Systems (ISO)
- Six Sigma
- Supply Chain Services
- Training Within Industry (TWI)
Next Level Jobs—part of Governor Holcomb’s Next Level Indiana agenda—aims to equip working-age Hoosiers and Indiana employers with the training and skills they need to succeed in the 21st Century economy. Developed in partnership by the Governor, the Indiana Commission for Higher Education, and the Indiana Department of Workforce Development with support from the Indiana General Assembly, Next Level Jobs features two targeted grant programs:
- Workforce Ready Grant program for working-age Hoosiers
- Employer Training Grant program for Indiana employers
Substitutions & Cancellations
Substitutions may be made at any time prior to the class. Please notify the EDC of Elkhart County the substitute’s name prior to the day of class.
Cancellations must be submitted 10 business days prior to start of workshop date in order to receive a full refund. Those cancelling within 5-9 business days prior to start of workshop will be assessed a 15% charge.
No refund will be issued for cancellations less than 5 business days prior to start of workshop.
A full refund of registration fees will be made if Purdue MEP exercises its right to cancel the program.
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Upcoming Training Courses
For more information and to register, please click the Class Name.
Apr 2025
The Power of ChatGPT: Capabilities, Use Cases, and the Future of AI →
April 17, 2025 at 8:00 am - 11:00 am
Artificial intelligence, particularly conversational AI like ChatGPT, is revolutionizing how we live work, and connect with each other. As AI becomes an integral part of businesses and daily life, understanding its capabilities, potential applications, and future trends is more crucial than ever.
May 2025
SIOP Planning: Forecasting, Capacity, and Performance Excellence - FREE Class →
May 13, 2025 at 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
This 8-hour workshop provides supply chain and operations professionals with the tools and knowledge to master Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP). Participants will learn to improve demand forecasting, align capacity with business goals, and drive performance excellence across the organization.
Introduction to Industrial Electrical Principles and Troubleshooting (6 days) May 15 & 16, May 29 & 30 and June 5 & 6 →
May 15, 2025 at 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
This six-day workshop covers the foundational concepts of electricity, including terms, circuits, direct and alternating current for the first two classes. The foundational concepts of electric motors and industrial transformers in the second two classes and basic industrial print reading, relay logic, industrial controls, and numbering system in the third two classes. The course also includes numerous exercises and examples. Participants who complete this course can expect to gain knowledge and learn skills useful in an industrial environment.
Jun 2025
Customer-Focused Communication and Listening Skills →
June 24, 2025 at 8:30 am - 12:30 pm
Organizations today need customer service personnel with effective communication skills, and the ability to clearly send and receive messages to and from their customers.
In this workshop, you’ll learn how to effectively communicate verbally and nonverbally as well as how to listen for maximum understanding.
Jul 2025
Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) - (5 Days) July 10, 11, 16, 17, and 18, 2025 →
July 10, 2025 at 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
This five-day workshop provides the basic skills and knowledge you need to work with the programmable logic controllers (PLCs) found in a typical manufacturing plant. The course begins with a review of relay logic, and then you’ll learn PLC programming, including general logic, timers, counters, and math functions, followed by human-machine interface (HMI) programming.
Managing Stress in the Customer Service Arena →
July 15, 2025 at 8:30 am - 12:30 pm
Today’s customer service representatives typically have a lot to do and too little time to do it, a situation that commonly leads to stress. In this workshop, you’ll learn about how stress affects the body, and learn how to assess your own stress level.
Introduction to TRIZ (Theory of Inventive Problem Solving) →
July 22, 2025 at 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
TRIZ is a problem-solving and innovation methodology.
In English, the proper name is Theory of Inventive Problem Solving.
Aug 2025
Time Management and Customer Service →
August 19, 2025 at 8:30 am - 12:30 pm
The customer service environment is complex and demanding, which can make it difficult to get things done. However, as a customer service representative, how you spend your time directly affects the business and customer relationships.
Sep 2025
Responding to Customer Complaints →
September 23, 2025 at 8:30 am - 12:30 pm
Part of being in a customer service role is dealing with customer complaints, and how complaints are handled in your workplace can have lasting effects.
Oct 2025
Conflict Resolution Skills in Customer Service →
October 21, 2025 at 8:30 am - 12:30 pm
Conflict is a common problem in any organization. Often, customer service representatives are uncomfortable dealing with conflict because they do not have a process that keeps emotions under control. The good news is that an understanding of conflict, why it occurs, and how to manage it can help you turn a conflict situation into a positive opportunity for improvement and better customer service.
Training Opportunities
Delivered By
Hosted By
Economic Development Corporation of Elkhart County
Thanks to the Sponsorship of
Positioning our community for growth! Some of the following services are provided through on-site training/analysis projects and workshops:
- Cyber Security Compliance
- Energy Efficiency & Sustainability
- Internal Auditor Training (IATF)
- Leadership Development
- Lean Manufacturing
- Lean Office
- Quality Improvement
- Quality Systems (ISO)
- Six Sigma
- Supply Chain Services
- Training Within Industry (TWI)
Next Level Jobs—part of Governor Holcomb’s Next Level Indiana agenda—aims to equip working-age Hoosiers and Indiana employers with the training and skills they need to succeed in the 21st Century economy. Developed in partnership by the Governor, the Indiana Commission for Higher Education, and the Indiana Department of Workforce Development with support from the Indiana General Assembly, Next Level Jobs features two targeted grant programs:
- Workforce Ready Grant program for working-age Hoosiers
- Employer Training Grant program for Indiana employers
- Rapid Recovery Program Expansion
Substitutions & Cancellations
Substitutions may be made at any time prior to the class. Please notify the EDC of Elkhart County the substitute’s name prior to the day of class.
Cancellations must be submitted 10 business days prior to start of workshop date in order to receive a full refund. Those cancelling within 5-9 business days prior to start of workshop will be assessed a 15% charge.
No refund will be issued for cancellations less than 5 business days prior to start of workshop.
A full refund of registration fees will be made if Purdue MEP exercises its right to cancel the program.
