Build new skills, explore career paths, and gain credentials with adult training programs beginning in January at Goodwill of the Heartland

If 2026 is your year for growth, skill-building, or a fresh career direction, Goodwill has training opportunities to help you get there. Our January classes for adults over hands-on learning, professional instruction, and that support you need to succeed. 

Career class schedule for January 2026.

Career Training Programs Starting in January

Google IT Professional
January 12 to April 29
Mondays and Wednesdays, 5:30 to 7 p.m.
Build a foundation in IT support, troubleshooting, and system administration. 

Google Cybersecurity Certificate
January 13 to May 21
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:30 to 7 p.m.
Gain skills related to cybersecurity tools, risk management, and incident response. 

Google Data Analytics Certificate
January 13 to May 21
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3:30 to 5 p.m.
Learn to collect, organize, and analyze data to support business decisions.

Custodial Technician Certificate
January 5 to February 20
Monday through Friday, 1 to 3 p.m.
Hands-on training in safe, effective, and professional custodial procedures.

Guest Service Professional
January 5 to January 9
Monday through Friday, 9 to 11 a.m.
Develop customer service and communication skills for hospitality and retail roles.

Hospitality Maintenance Technician
January 12 to February 13
Monday through Friday, 9 to 11 a.m.
Learn essential property maintenance skills for jobs in hotels and commercial facilities. 

Independent Study (Open Enrollment)
Prefer a more self-paced option? These courses allow you to start and finish on your schedule:

Career Advancement Stories

Bobby Diehl

Bobby found Goodwill's free Occupational Skills Training programs and quickly gained needed professional certificates for information technology.

Leslie & Gavin Meerdink

Food certification courses helped Leslie and Gavin launch a new food truck business, The Bagel Shop.

Thomas Houser

Tom needed employment that would allow him to work from home and also allow for potential career growth. After gaining a certificate in social media marketing, he found an opportunity that provides both.

View more participant stories by
visiting our Mission Moments page
or YouTube channel

Ready to Get Started?

Learn more about these and all our upcoming course offerings by visiting a Helms Career Center near you, or by requesting a virtual information session through our Get Started With Goodwill online form.

So, go ahead: Start your year with a step toward a stronger future.
We're here to help you succeed in your chosen career.