NEW LOCATION of the LEARNING CENTER

694 Beverly Pike, Elkins, WV, 26241 
Gray Building in Dunham/Big Lots Parking Lot - Next to Supper Buffet
In front of Elkins Ford Land
We are open Monday thru Thursday 8am to 4pm

STRIVE WV, part of the Randolph County Housing Authority, focuses on providing employment resources to individuals in West Virginia, no matter what their path looks like. Whether you're seeking basic employment coaching, resume building, a renewed employment paths for individuals in recovery, or specific vocational training- STRIVE WV has the resources that can support you in achieving your goals. 



Targeted Health Instruction of North Central West Virginia (THINC WV) is our Allied Health vocational training program which offers certifications in Billing and Coding, Electronic Health Records, Certified Medical Assistant, Community Health Worker, and Behavioral Health Technician. 

Get Ready for Wood Working is our Wood Product Manufacturing training course. This is a three week course where you earn your CPR/First Aid Certification, Forklift Certification, and your OSHA-10 Certification. PLUS on the spot interviews with local manufacturers. Gain soft skills like conflict resolution and computer literacy, as well as hands-on experience with manufacturing equipment.

Cultivating Recovery Employment and Training Education (CREATE) is our recently announced vocational course for individuals in recovery from Substance Use Disorder. This program offers courses in two fields- Wood Product Manufacturing/ Mill Work and Retail/Hospitality. 

First Step Heavy Equipment Training (FSHET) is our newest vocational training course. FSHET utilizes virtual CAT simulators to certify individuals in Heavy Equipment Operations. 

Click on any of the programs listed above to learn more!

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Randolph County Housing Authority

Eastern  West Virginia Community and Technical College

We are a non-traditional housing authority with a broad mission:  to promote strong communities and a healthy quality of life in the rural six-county region it serves.Our Mission

• Making good rental housing affordable
• Promoting home ownership
• Constructing well-built, affordable homes
• Developing the leadership and job skills of youth
• Participate in community development efforts
  
• Check out RCHA's website by clicking here!

Davis and Elkins College

Davis & Elkins College is a private, accredited, NCAA Division II school. Providing a high-value, affordable education helps them deliver their promise of personalized attention from faculty in an intimate, connected community.

Their mission is to produce critical thinkers and lifelong learners. 

WV Wood Technology Center

Eastern West Virginia Community and Technical College is an institution of higher learning accredited through the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
Nestled in the mountains of the Potomac Highlands, Eastern has been serving the educational needs of our communities. 

Highlights Include:
Workforce Education
Night Classes
​America Promise Grants - Up to $2000 for education in workforce training

Davis Health System 

Davis Health System's goal is excellence—and they have the support of nearly 1,000 healthcare professionals in reaching that goal. They are committed to providing patient-friendly, quality healthcare to the communities in their five regional counties. 

The WV Wood Technology Center is a unique economic development resource managed by the Randolph County Development Authority. They provide specialized workforce development training, support to incubator businesses through office and/or bay rental, and meeting and special event space to businesses and organizations.

Thank you to our funders, sponsors and supporters

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Funding for the Learning Center and The Workforce Programs are Provided By:
DOL-ETA Workforce Opportunity for Rural Communities (WORC).  This Program is 81% funded with Federal Money.  The total federal funding amount is $750,000.  19% / $177,943 is funded by non-governmental sources.

ARC Inspire.  This program is 80% funded by ARC funding.  The total funding from ARC is $446,980.  20%/$111,803 is funded by other non federal organizations.  

HRSA Rural Health Grant is funded 100% by the Federal Office of Rural Health Policy. The total federal funding for this program is $1,544,883

DOL-ETA Workforce Opportunity for Rural Communities (WORC 4).  This Program is 100% funded with Federal Money.  The total federal funding amount is $1,440,438.