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National Academy of Railroad Sciences (NARS) Workforce Development and Continuing Education

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Based on a collaborative partnership between Johnson County Community College (JCCC) and BNSF Railway, NARS provides effective, high-quality railroad training.

We are dedicated to advancing railroad safety and operational excellence through affordable, flexible, and industry-relevant education. Our hands-on training and state-of-the-art resources ensure employees are equipped to meet required safety and compliance standards.

NARS non-credit courses is a partnership with approved training companies and instructors who have been through NARS training to become qualified to train the NARS material to contractors and BNSF railroad partners.

Advance your career with industry-compliant, safety-focused railroad training

Stay compliant. Prevent costly incidents. Protect your workforce.

NARS training ensures your employees meet or exceed the safety and compliance requirements of key regulatory and industry bodies, including:

  • Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
  • American Association of Railroads (AAR)
  • Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  • BNSF Railway
  • Your company and insurance provider

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    Three men stand on the front of a railcar A student works in a railroad simulator. An instructor points out items on a rail car to a group of students.
    On-site Training

    Interested in training on-site? Our instructors travel!

    Maintenance of Way Operating Rules – Stay on track with safety. This course delivers a clear, practical understanding of MWOR standards so crews can work confidently, communicate effectively, and maintain a safe rail environment.

    Maintenance of Way Operating Rules Refresher - Stay sharp and up-to-date. This quick, targeted session reinforces key MWOR rules, covers the latest updates, and ensures your team remains compliant and ready for the job.

    Industrial Rail Operations Training (IROT), Distributive Power Training optional - Master the movement of railcars within industrial sites. From safe switching and car handling to track protection and hazard awareness, this training equips your team to work efficiently while minimizing risk.

    Shortline Engineering Training - Build the skills to keep shortline railroads running smoothly and safely. Learn hands-on track inspection, infrastructure upkeep, and industry compliance — everything you need to ensure safe and reliable rail operations.

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    On-campus Training

    Send your employees to JCCC for rail training on campus!

    Engineering

    • Maintenance of Way Operating Rules
    • Maintenance of Way Operating Rules – Refresher
    • Short-Line Engineer Training

    Locomotive

    • FRA
    • Electrical
    • Mechanical

    Freight Car

    • FRA
    • Air Brakes
    • Open Top Loading
    • Repair Track
    • Train Yard

    Railroad Signal

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    Customized Training for the Rail Industry

    Looking for customized rail training or additional skills development for your railroad team—from yard crews to office staff to supervisors?

    JCCC’s Workforce Development and Continuing Education team delivers tailored training solutions to meet your needs. Your business challenges, our expert solutions.

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