Unlock new career opportunities with the collaborative micro-pathways offered by Mountwest Community and Technical College and Marshall University. These innovative programs are designed to provide you with the skills and certifications needed to succeed in today’s fast-changing job market.
Micro-pathways are stackable, short, focused programs that equip you with industry-specific skills, certifications, and credentials.
Available programs:
- Healthcare Micro-Pathways
- Welding Micro-Pathway (COMING SOON)
Complete in weeks or months, perfect for quick upskilling.
Available in online, in-person, or hybrid formats.
Cost-effective programs designed to fit your budget.
Credits earned can be applied toward further education, including associate or bachelor’s degrees.
By combining the expertise of Marshall University and Mountwest Community and Technical College, we offer a comprehensive range of micro-pathways tailored to meet workforce demands. This partnership ensures you receive top-notch instruction and support while gaining practical, career-ready skills.
- Career Advancement: Gain certifications and skills employers value.
- Accessible for All: Programs designed for working professionals, recent graduates, and career changers.
- Seamless Transitions: Begin with a microcredential and transition smoothly into associate or bachelor’s degree programs if desired.
Various funding opportunities are available to assist students in completing micro-pathway programs at both Mountwest and Marshall. Use the links below to learn more about some of the funding opportunities that may be available for our pathway programs.
- Higher Education Adult Part-Time Student (HEAPS)
- Marshall Scholarships
- Mountwest Scholarships
- Pell Grant
- WIOA
- WV Higher Education Grant
- WV Invests
- WV Promise Scholarship
For additional information or to find out if you may be eligible for any of these programs, please contact:
Mountwest Community & Technical College
Jenna Vanhoose at 304-710-3414
Marshall University
Kourtney Sandefur at 304-696-3162
Don’t forget to check with your current employer to find out if your workplace offers educational funding opportunities.
- Connect with our staff and learn more about micro-pathways.
- Discover different careers available with our certificates and degrees.
- Ask questions and obtain any help you need with the application and enrollment process.
Take the first step toward building the future you deserve. Explore the micro-pathways offered by Marshall University and Mountwest Community and Technical College today!