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This page was updated on October 2, 2024.
Life Sciences Training in Brooklyn
Break into Biotech is a 3-month life sciences skills training program for adults providing access to hands-on training, networking, mentorship, and career development opportunities necessary for learners to break into New York City’s rapidly growing biotechnology sector. Powered by NYCEDC, the program prepares learners for industry jobs through hands-on workshops, project-based learning, and networking events. The program takes place at Genspace’s biology lab in Sunset Park, Brooklyn and has a time commitment of 10 hours/week for the first month and 20 hours/week for the remaining 2 months. The program is free of charge and trainees receive a stipend upon completion.
LaGuardia Community College’s Correctional Education Partnership
Open to formerly incarcerated people and those impacted by mass incarceration, ages 18 and older.
The Correctional Education Partnership (CEP) initiative seeks to support the educational goals of formerly incarcerated people and those impacted by mass incarceration to create equitable career pathways and opportunities in a competitive job market. CEP does this by advancing access to high-quality education and training courses that build knowledge in specialized career fields in a holistic, safe, and supportive environment at LaGuardia Community College. Spread the word with the program flyer, and find more information on this program on LaGuardia Community College’s website.
Workforce Programs for Older Adults
Open to individuals ages 55+
Silver Corps is an AmeriCorps-funded program that provides adults 55+ with stipended volunteer assignments at a partner organization, along with training, and/or credentialing to help secure employment. Visit NYC Department for the Aging’s website for more details on Silver Corps and additional programs for older adults.
Employment Services in Sunset Park, Brooklyn
Open to all, including refugees and asylees
Are you a refugee or asylee looking for employment opportunities and would like to improve your skills?The Center for Family Life in Sunset Park assists with job search techniques, professional resume and interview support, and connection to potential employers. Call 718-633-4823 or visit 443 39th Street 4th Fl. Brooklyn, NY 11232; Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm. Spread the word with the flyer in English, Spanish and French.
Paid Training with NYC Parks
The Parks Opportunity Program (POP) provides participants with a 6-month paid position at parks while they receive career coaching to find permanent employment. Employees in the program have a full-time, paid maintenance position for six months. NYC Parks will train employees to do every part of the job. At the same time, employees will be meeting with a career coach every two weeks to gain the certifications and resources they need to find permanent full-time employment.
The program offers:
- A six-month maintenance position earning $18.54 per hour.
- Paid career coaching and resume development to help find future employment.
- The opportunity to earn credentials such as High School Equivalency, driver’s license, Commercial Driver’s License, security certifications, horticulture training, and more.
Requirements:
- Must be 18+ to apply.
- Must be able to understand and be understood in English, in order to follow directions and interact with the public as needed.
- No previous work experience or educational requirements needed.
- Must have work authorization.
- If hired and accepted into the POP program, employees must pay a $102.50 background check fee.
- If anyone wishes to apply, please inform them that they must complete the online application here.
- Applicants should expect to be contacted in 2-3 weeks with an interview date.
Sector-based training for English Language Learners
The Borough of Manhattan Community College (BMCC) is offering job training classes for English language learners this fall, and you can find more courses on BMCC’s website.
—Hospitality and English to become a certified Guest Service Professional.
—Microsoft Specialist and English with job readiness and resume support.
—Introduction to Computers for Advanced ESOL Students.
Home Health Aide Training in Brooklyn
CHCA is accepting applications for their free English-language home health aide training in Brooklyn for 2024. To enroll in the home health aide training you must attend an open house, and provide personal documentation: NYS ID/IDNYC, Social security card, proof of immigration status. Participants must complete two interviews (one-on-one interview and group assessment). Find more details on CHCA’s website, spread the word with the program’s flyer, and register for the next open house here.
Certified Nursing Aide Training
Partnering with Lehman College, the YM & YWHA of Washington Heights and Inwood is offering free Certified Nursing Aide training starting in October 2024 & Certified Nursing Aide with ESOL training starting in February 2025. Learn more and apply for the program here. Spread the word with the program flyer here.
Patient Care Technician Training
Open to individuals with a valid CNA license and at least 6 months of work experience as a CNA.
Partnering with Lehman College CUNY on the Concourse, the YM & YWHA of Washington Heights and Inwood is offering free Patient Care Technician (PCT) training to kick off in the Fall of 2024. Classes will be hybrid, will take place in the evenings and on Saturdays. Patient Care Technicians provide more direct care to patients, including drawing blood and recording EKGs, than Certified Nursing Aides (CNAs). As a result, CNAs, who become Certified PCTs, have more job opportunities and earn more. PCTs can work in hospitals, doctor’s offices, and many other settings. You must have a valid CNA license to be considered for the training. You must also have worked as CNA for a minimum of 6 months within the last year. Learn more and apply for the program here. Spread the word with the program flyer here.
Building Automation Training for Young Adults
Open to young adults ages 18-24.
Stacks+Joules and Henry Street Settlement are applications on a rolling basis for their next cohort starting on October 15 and ending on January 24. Earn certifications in HVAC systems and lighting controls, and become proficient in programming tools like Niagara and Python. This cohort focused on ages 18-24 and provides the opportunity to gain an internship or job in the building automation field. Applicants should already have a high school diploma / GED, work authorization, and availability to commit to in-person training classes from 12 pm to 5 pm in the Lower East Side. Apply here, or spread the word with the program flyer. RSVP for the next virtual information session on September 26th at 11 am.
Free Job Training for Parents
Open to noncustodial parents with a child support order.
The Office of Child Support Services (OCSS) can refer noncustodial parents with a child support order to free job training services. It’s completely voluntary. OCSS has partnered with job training service providers in a variety of industries, including construction, information technology, transportation, and healthcare. These programs are free and can also help parents, who complete the training, obtain employment. The result can be a steady income for the parent, financial support for their children, and a more economical future for both. To learn more, call (929) 221- 5015. Or email OCSS.Employment@dfa.state.ny.us. Include your full name, Child Support Case ID and date of birth.
Jobs-Plus in the Lower East Side
Open to residents of the Lillian Wald and Jacob Riis Houses.
The Henry Street Settlement’s Jobs-Plus program is tailored to offer personalized support for emotional, economic, and career advancement. The Jobs-Plus program empowers adults to achieve personal and professional growth through a comprehensive approach integrating career coaching, financial counseling, employment placement, college enrollment support, training opportunities, retention services, social services, and NYCHA assistance. To refer someone or express interest in the program, please complete the interest form or contact the program at vmurray@henrystreet.org.
Comprehensive Workforce Development Services in Brooklyn
St. Nicks Alliance offers comprehensive workforce development services, including skills training, job placement, adult education, and career guidance for youth and adults. They focus on in-demand fields such as construction, HVAC, environmental remediation, and more, helping over 1,000 individuals annually secure high-wage, career-track jobs. For more information, please visit their website and sign-up for their in-person info sessions, held on a weekly basis in Brooklyn.
Free Foundational and Sector-Based Training in Queens
SUNY Queens EOC is enrolling for it’s free academic preparation and career training programs including ESOL, GED Prep, College Prep, healthcare, construction, and security trainings. To start the enrollment process, visit the Queens EOC website, and select “Apply Online” to complete the application. Read more about each program and spread the word with the program flyer.
Vets in Tech
Per Scholas Vets in Tech is working to make careers in technology more accessible to veteran service members and military spouses who are interested in tech. Per Scholas New York is approved for learners to use Post-911 GI Bill benefits for in-person Cyber and IT Support Bronx courses. Per Scholas New York is also DOD SkillsBridge approved, which means that transitioning service members can enroll in PS programs and continue to receive military compensation the last 180 days of their service. Per Scholas has developed a customized learner support for our military community.
Please reach out to Christina Xenos cxenos@perscholas.org or Ogbe Agbato oagbato@perscholas.org to learn more.
Tech Training in All Five Boroughs
Attend an upcoming information session in the Bronx!
Per Scholas New York offers tuition free hands-on technology training to learners at locations around all five boroughs. The first step to the admissions process is to fill out the Per Scholas-Eligibility Form . Once that is completed the applicant will be able to schedule an “Admissions Overview” zoom live webinar to learn more the eligibility requirements and the different training tracks offered:
- IT Support
- Cyber Security
- AWS re/start
- Software Engineering
You can find our campuses in the South Bronx and Central Brooklyn, and our Satellite classrooms in partnership with Commonpoint Queens, Elmhurst and Jamaica, Cypress Hills Local Development Corporation, East New York, JCC of Staten Island, Staten Island and Stanley Isaacs Neighborhood Center, Upper Manhattan. Some of our classes are offered remotely.
Contact us! For any direct inquiries or questions about the upcoming IT Support classes, please direct them to Senior Associate Daniella Zaccaro, dzaccaro@perscholas.org.
For inquiries about upcoming Cyber Security classes, please contact Senior Manager Tia Thompson, tithompson@perscholas.org.
If you are interested in a partnership, a presentation or if you would like to have us attend an event, please reach out Senior Director, Christina Xenos, cxenos@perscholas.org.
Career Services for Veterans
Jericho Project’s Veteran Employment Program provides individualized employment and training services to Veterans, their spouses, and adult children, most of whom have been seeking employment for extended periods. Our services include, but are not limited to Career Counseling, Resume Development, Training Exploration, Job Coaching, and Job Placement Assistance. With our consistent engagement throughout the career services process, our clients can both set and achieve their employment goals. Reach out or make a referral today!
Project Renewal
Project Renewal is actively recruiting for the following programs:
—Employment Training Program: 10 days of soft skills training including resume and interview preparation as well as digital literacy
—Human Services Training: 10 days training designed for individuals with an interest in developing the fundamental knowledge and skills needed to secure employment in the Human Services industry working with various populations.
—Next Step Internship Training Program: Paid internship training for careers in homeless services. 8-week classroom-based and on the job training to prepare for opportunities as Residential Aide, Front Desk, House Manager and/or Maintenance Worker.
—Culinary Arts Training Program: The Culinary Arts Training Program (CATP) is a 12-week intensive training program designed for individuals who express an interest in developing the skills and knowledge needed to work in a kitchen and secure employment in the food service industry.
—Assisted Competitive Employment Program: individualized job placement and support program for adults with mental health diagnosis.
Interested applicants may attend an information session held every Tuesday at 10:00am or 2:00pm in-person at 200 Varick Street, 9th Floor, New York, NY 10014. To make a referral please email nextstep@projectrenewal.org
Isaacs Center
The Isaacs Center’s Education and Workforce team provides tuition-free training programs, job placement services, and career and personal development to help individuals achieve their goals. They are currently accepting applications for GED classes, training and certification attainment in high-demand fields such as healthcare, technology, and culinary arts, as well as personal development courses. Job placement services help connect graduates with employers and provide ongoing support for success. Learn more about their programs and apply here.
JOBMAP: A Project of Jewish Community Council of Greater Coney Island
Did you know there are millions of dollars worth of free career training classes now available online and self-paced? Free career certification training for top companies including Google, Microsoft, CISCO, Amazon along with many more free training classes sponsored by CUNY and SUNY. Not sure about which certification training is right for you? Before you pay hundreds or even thousands of dollars for career skills class, first consider enrolling in a free training and learn at your own pace. Free online classes range from employer high demand computer software programs leading to certification to job entry level office skills. Find free training in our easy to use guide.
Jericho Project
Jericho Project’s KEYA program is designed to support the career and educational goals of young adults between the ages of 18-25. With the goal of providing at-risk young adults a sense of agency over their lives, the KEYA program establishes a baseline to prepare individuals for the workforce. Through a combination of efforts such as resume building, interview prep, employment placement, financial assistance, career counseling and job retention assistance the KEYA program will help young adults break the cycle of poverty. To make a referral, or express interest in the program, complete Jericho Project’s online form, or contact Vanessa Murray, Career Counselor, vmurray@jerichoproject.org.
OkaySo
OkaySo, a national non-profit, provides support for young people for dealing with identity, relationship, sexual health, and stress. Via their free mobile app, accessible whenever and wherever young people need it, OkaySo’s vetted experts provide compassionate and medically accurate support, information, and local referrals as necessary. Learn more about the free app for young people here. For more information or to make a referral, please reach out to elise@okayso.org.
Workforce Development Department at LaGuardia Community College
LaGuardia Community College’s Workforce Development Department is announcing its upcoming training opportunities. The programs listed below include job placement assistance with employer partners and are either free or else we have full or partial tuition scholarships available for eligible applicants. Access the links below for more information or email hweinstock@lagcc.cuny.edu.
- Mental Health Peer Specialist: this training program provides the knowledge, skills, and emotional literacy needed to become employed in the mental health peer support field; including internship.
- Medical Billing: In this part-time training you will learn the skills needed to obtain employment in the billing and revenue cycle departments of hospitals or other medical offices.
- Emergency Medical Technician: prepares individuals to become an NYS-certified EMT
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant: prepares individuals to become nationally certified in EKG, Phlebotomy, and Clinical Medical Assisting and to work as a certified clinical medical assistant; includes an internship.
- Community Health Worker for English Language Learners: prepares intermediate to advanced English language learners to both improve their English and train to be community health workers; includes an internship.
- Electrical 1: prepares individuals to begin or advance a career in the electrical field and to achieve the NCCER Core and Electrical 1 national, industry-recognized certifications, in addition to OSHA30 and SST.
- Plumbing 1: prepares individuals to begin or advance a career in the plumbing field and to achieve the NCCER Core and Plumbing 1 national, industry-recognized certifications, in addition to OSHA30 and SST.
- Data Analytics and Data Science: prepares individuals with the skills to collect, analyze, and present data, and to advance into analytics positions in a variety of industries, from healthcare to finance and marketing.
Building Skills NY (BSNY)
BSNY provides ongoing virtual recruitment for full-time entry-level construction jobs throughout NYC. Candidates that meet BSNY minimum requirements are invited to complete an application online to begin the process and receive an invitation to an upcoming virtual recruitment event. BSNY holds virtual events every Wednesday at 6:30 AM via Zoom. More info for job seekers can be found on BSNY’s website.
Kingsborough Community College
Division of Continuing Education and Workforce Development at Kingsborough Community College, CUNY offers a variety of college and career training programs for all levels- from new job-seekers to incumbent workers. Below is a list of some of our current offerings.
- CompTIA A+ Computer Technician Program is a free program that prepares students for the CompTIA A+ certification exam, and an entry-level position in IT such as Help Desk Technician and Computer Support Specialist.
- CUNY Fatherhood Academy – CFA is a free, comprehensive program designed to promote responsible parenting and economic stability for unemployed and underemployed fathers (current or expecting) 18-30 years old, through education, employment, and personal development.
- Marine Technology Apprentice Program– MTAP is a free pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship program for people interested in maritime trades.
- Check out our newest programs in Culinary Cannabis and Fiber Optics Training.
- College for Kids is back! CFK offers a variety of in-person academic and recreational courses for children ages 5-13 on Kingsborough’s beautiful and secure campus in Brooklyn. Full-day and half-day options are available! All materials are included! The program is designed to provide opportunities for children to enjoy the satisfaction of accomplishment through personal achievement and mastering skills while being encouraged to embrace a healthy lifestyle through activities and sports.
Upwardly Global – Immigrant and Refugee Professionals Job Coaching & Skilling Program
Upwardly Global works with immigrant and refugee New Yorkers who are looking to return to their professional career fields. Through a Job Coaching & Skilling Program, job seekers gain access to customized career advising, digital training on how to navigate the U.S. job search, re- and up-skilling opportunities, and professional network building through 50+ employer partners. Each year, they place over 1,000 jobseekers back into career-track positions! Currently, all services are provided virtually. More Info.
Brooklyn Workforce Innovations
Brooklyn Workforce Innovations offers free training programs in Film and TV Production, Commercial Driving, Woodworking, Low-Voltage Cabling, and more. View the upcoming offered training sessions through their calendar.
NPower
NPower provides tuition-free technology training, in-demand IT certifications, access to corporate mentors/networks, paid internships/apprenticeships, and career placement into the tech world for young adults ages 18-26. Jumpstart your tech career in less than 6 months through 16 weeks of hands-on classroom followed by the career placement phase. No tech experience is needed. Apply here.
Nontraditional Employment for Women
Nontraditional Employment for Women hosts both in-person and online information sessions, and you can register for an info session here. Requirements include: eligible to work in the US; HS Diploma or HSE; interest in hands-on training to join a career path in the construction field.