SAWYER COUNTY — Northwood Technical College will open a new Workforce Accelerator location this summer, replacing the current Hayward Outreach Center. The Workforce Accelerator, one of three rural access facilities for Northwood Tech, is located within the Trailview Cottages housing project at 10994 Trailview Loop in Hayward.
Workforce Accelerator sites already exist in Ladysmith and St. Croix Falls, with an additional location planned in Hurley this fall. Each location provides local access to educational opportunities and support services so community members can pursue and complete select educational goals close to home.
Northwood Tech staff will be available to respond to inquiries every Tuesday and Thursday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Community Center at Trailview Cottages. Educational opportunities will include GED/HSED and Adult Education programs and access to the College’s mobile training programs. In addition, the space will be used to schedule meetings and to connect students with college support services.
The previous Northwood Tech location at the Windrose Lane location is closing June 1. A ribbon cutting at the new workforce accelerator is planned for late summer. Please call 715-682-4591 with questions or to connect with a Northwood Technical College employee.
To learn more about workforce training and education opportunities at Northwood Tech, click here.
About Northwood Technical College
Northwood Technical College, a nationally top-ranked college and 2026-27 Gold Military Friendly School, has served the educational and career needs of more than 14,000 residents of Northwest Wisconsin each year for 115 years. Support of our donors is appreciated as it removes financial roadblocks for students. To help, visit NorthwoodTech.edu/donate.
Northwood Tech is a member of the Wisconsin Technical College System, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and an Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer and Educator. For more information, visit NorthwoodTech.edu or call 800.243.9482.
Last Update: May 22, 2026 1:41 pm CDT
