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The LearningForce

    Welcome to The LearningForce

    The LearningForce team can provide your business with customized workforce training to help leverage your resources, strengthen your workforce and gain a competitive edge. We offer courses at your business site, online and on campus. To learn more about our courses or enroll online, click the course links below or contact us directly at (660) 530-5822 or email thelearningforce@sfccmo.edu.


    The LearningForce is excited to announce the upcoming Workforce Training schedule into 2026. Click the links below to register. 

    If you have more than 5 people from your company wanting to register for a session or have interest in customizing a training specific to your company’s needs, please contact Hannah Hartung at hhartung@sfccmo.edu or (660) 596-7398.

    Inclement Weather
    Anytime State Fair Community College is closed due to inclement weather, The LearningForce courses are canceled. In the event of inclement weather, the college may adjust campus opening/closing times or close the campus entirely. For inclement weather notices visit www.sfccmo.edu.


    The college will contact local media with inclement weather announcements as soon as possible but cannot guarantee when notices are broadcast on radio or TV stations. Media will be notified by 5:30 a.m. for day classes or by 3 p.m. for evening classes (5 p.m. or later start). Many media are notified, but locally the media include:  KDRO (1490 AM); KPOW (97.7 FM); KSIS (1050 AM); KSDL (92.3 FM); KXKX (105.7 FM); KAYQ (97.1 FM); KOMU, Channel 8; KMIZ, Channel 17; KRCG, Channel 13; and, KCTV, Channel 5. Please do not call the stations for information, but listen or watch during the scheduled inclement weather announcement periods.

    📅 Workforce Training Schedule: 

    Leadership:

    Dale Carnegie: 8-Week Leadership Program
    February 5, 12, 19, and 26, March 5, 12, 26, April 2 2026

    9AM-12:30PM
    SFCC Sedalia, 3201 W. 16th St., Sedalia MO 65301
    $2,295
    Missouri One Start eligible

    Click Here to Register


    Supply Chain Management

    The Supply Chain Management training originally scheduled for January 23 has been postponed (new date TBD). If you would like to attend once it is rescheduled, please complete the following form.
    8AM-4:30PM
    SFCC Sedalia, 3201 W. 16th St., Sedalia MO 65301
    $599
    Missouri One Start eligible


    Learn to Lead

    February 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, and 19, 2026
    8AM-12PM 

    SFCC Sedalia, 3201 W. 16th St., Sedalia MO 65301 
    $699
    Missouri One Start eligible

    Click Here to Register


    Stress Management

    February 18, 2026

    8AM-12PM 
    SFCC Sedalia, 3201 W. 16th St., Sedalia MO 65301 or Virtual
    $499
    Missouri One Start eligible

    Click Here to Register

    Workpla ce Skills: 

    Excel Level 1 and 2 | Sedalia
    February 20, 2026

    Level 1: 8:30AM-12:30PM; Level 2: 1PM-5PM
    SFCC Sedalia, 3201 W. 16th St., Sedalia MO 65301 
    $249 per person per level

    Missouri One Start eligible

    Click Here to Register


    Bring Your A Game
    April 14, 2026

    8AM--12PM
    SFCC Sedalia, 3201 W. 16th St., Sedalia MO 65301
    $249 per person per level
    Missouri One Start eligible

    Click Here to Register


    Lean Principles
    April 15, 2026

    8AM-4:30PM 
    SFCC Sedalia, 3201 W. 16th St., Sedalia MO 65301
    $499
    Missouri One Start eligible

    Click Here to Register


    Excel Level 1 and 2 | Sedalia

    April 17, 2026

    Level 1: 8:30AM-12:30PM; Level 2: 1PM-5PM
    SFCC Sedalia, 3201 W. 16th St., Sedalia MO 65301 
    $249 per person per level
    Missouri One Start eligible

    Click Here to Register


    Workplace Tech: Skills for Everyday Tasks

    May 1, 2026

    8:30AM--5PM
    SFCC Sedalia, 3201 W. 16th St., Sedalia MO 65301
    $399 per person per level
    Missouri One Start eligible

    Click Here to Register

    Technical Training:

    Industrial Electrical Maintenance Level 1 Bootcamp
    Previously scheduled for October 16 & 17; Rescheduled to December 15 & 16, 2025
    8AM-4:30PM
    SFCC Sedalia, 3201 W. 16th St., Sedalia MO 65301 
    $699
    Missouri One Start eligible

    Click Here to Register


    4-Day FANUC Robotics Training

    4-Day FANUC Robotics Training is now full. If you’d like to be added to our waitlist, please complete the following form.
    March 9-12, 2026

    8AM-4:30PM 
    SFCC Sedalia, 3201 W. 16th St., Sedalia MO 65301 
    Missouri One Start eligible


    Industrial Electrical Maintenance Level 2 Bootcamp
    March 17-18, 2026
    8AM-4:30PM 
    SFCC Sedalia, 3201 W. 16th St., Sedalia MO 65301 
    $699
    Missouri One Start eligible

    Click Here to Register

    OSHA Safety Training

    OSHA 10
    March 24, 26, 31, 2026
    8AM-12PM
    SFCC Sedalia, 3201 W. 16th St., Sedalia MO 65301 
    $699
    Missouri One Start eligible

    Click Here to Register


    Is Your Company Eligible for Missouri One Start Funds?

    At The LearningForce, our focus is on upskilling individuals and serving new and existing businesses in our 14-county service area. We offer customized workforce training at your business site, online and on campus. We can help you close the skill gaps of your workforce and prepare them for the future as your company’s equipment and processes evolve.

    Does your company:
    • Have a large capital investment?
    • Employ full-time staff working an average of at least 35 hours per week for a 12-month period?
    • Offer health insurance to all full-time employees at all facilities in this state, covering at least 50% of the premiums (excluding temporary employees)?
    If so, your company may be eligible for funding through Missouri One Start to help offset the cost of eligible customized workforce training.  See if you qualify.
     

    📅 Small Business Development Center Schedule: 

    Understanding Financial Statements on Demand Online 
    January 1- March 31, 2026
    NO COST
    Click Here to Register


    Starting and Managing a Business on Demand Online 
    January 1- March 31, 2026
    NO COST
    Click Here to Register

    QuickBooks Online- Introduction
    April 7, 2026
    $49
    Click Here to Register

    QuickBooks Online- Advanced
    April 14, 2026
    $49
    Click Here to Register


    Jumpstart (Sedalia)
    April 17, 24 | May 1, 8, 15, 2026
    $300
    Click Here to Register


    MORE TRAININGS COMING SOON!




    📅 Community Education Schedule: 

    🚛Commercial Driving Academy 2026 Schedule 
    3044   Jan 5- Jan 30
    3001   Feb 2- Feb 27
    3002   March 2- April 2
    3003   April 6- May 1
    3004   May 4- May 29
    3005   June 1- June 26
    3006   June 29- July 24
    3007   July 27- Aug 12
    Learn more about our Commercial Driving Academy here.

    Apply Here

    🏍️2026 Motorcycle Basic Rider only Courses

    Basic $249 per person 
    March 28-29
    April 11-12
    April 25-26
    May 16-17
    May 30-31
    June 13-14
    June 27-28
    July 11-12
    July 25-26
    August 8-9
    August 29-30
    September 5-6
    September 19-20
    October 3-4
    October 17-18


    Learn more about our Motorcycle Safety Courses Here
    To Apply- click on the training date preference above.

    Policies and Information

    Prime Time Learners
    Adults age 60+ are Prime Time Learners and may receive 10 percent off most on-ground courses in this schedule.


    Age Requirements

    Students must be 16 years of age to participate in campus classes. Anyone 15 and younger must be accompanied by an adult and have a paid registration unless otherwise specified in the course descriptions.


    Refund
    Refund Policy: Because The LearningForce (noncredit) classes are self-supporting, the decision to run a class is based on the number of people enrolled. The college reserves the right to cancel if sufficient enrollment is not achieved. Every effort will be made to notify registrants by phone or mail if a class is canceled. Full refunds will be issued for classes canceled by the college.

    If you need to cancel a class please contact our office seven (7) days before the start date to receive a full refund, less a
    10% service charge. Expenses such as supply fees, food costs, tour fees or other costs associated with the course besides the course fee will be refunded only if The LearningForce has not incurred those costs. If a course has an enrollment deadline, that date is also considered the cancellation deadline.
     
    If you have a situation that warrants an override of the above policy, an explanation of the circumstances should be made in writing to The LearningForce office. The request will be reviewed to determine if a refund can be granted, and you will be notified accordingly. Refunds should be received within 30 days.

    Inclement Weather

    Anytime State Fair Community College is closed due to inclement weather, The LearningForce courses are canceled. In the event of inclement weather, the college may adjust campus opening/closing times or close the campus entirely. For inclement weather notices visit www.sfccmo.edu.


    The college will contact local media with inclement weather announcements as soon as possible but cannot guarantee when notices are broadcast on radio or TV stations. Media will be notified by 5:30 a.m. for day classes or by 3 p.m. for evening classes (5 p.m. or later start). Many media are notified, but locally the media include:  KDRO (1490 AM); KPOW (97.7 FM); KSIS (1050 AM); KSDL (92.3 FM); KXKX (105.7 FM); KAYQ (97.1 FM); KOMU, Channel 8; KMIZ, Channel 17; KRCG, Channel 13; and, KCTV, Channel 5. Please do not call the stations for information, but listen or watch during the scheduled inclement weather announcement periods.

    The LearningForce

    State Fair Community College
    Fielding Technical Center, Room 255

    3201 W. 16th Street
    Sedalia, MO 65301
    Clink the link to access Google Maps

    Hours

    Monday-Thursday: 8:00AM to 5:00PM
    Friday: 8:00AM to 4:00PM

    thelearningforce@sfccmo.edu

    (660) 530-5822

    Contact

    Amy Jackson
    Executive Director LearningForce
    (660) 596-7391
    ajackson14@sfccmo.edu

    Emily Westermier
    Assistant Director LearningForce
    (660) 596-7286
    ewestermier@sfccmo.edu

    Hannah Hartung
    Workforce Development Manager LearningForce
    (660) 596-7398
    hhartung@sfccmo.edu

    Carla Childers
    Resource Coordinator II LearningForce
    (660) 596-7230
    cchilders1@sfccmo.edu

    Jeffrey Tackett
    Project Coordinator LearningForce
    (660) 596-7265
    jtackett3@sfccmo.edu

    Kelly Asbury
    Director SBDC (Sedalia)
    (660) 596-7350
    kasbury1@sfccmo.edu

    Paige Jones
    SBDC Consultant (Osage Beach)
    (573) 693-9010
    pjones10@sfccmo.edu

    Toll Free (877) 311-7322

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