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Call 248-858-5520 for help with education and training.
- Are you changing careers and in need of new training and education?
- Has your current industry expanded and you need to upgrade your skills?
We have programs available to assist you with the cost of tuition to go back to school and earn an industry-recognized credential in a high-demand occupation or industry!
Available Training Programs
Programmable Logic Controller & Robotics Technician Program
Advanced manufacturing is one of the fastest-growing, high-demand industry sectors in Southeast Michigan, with thousands of positions open annually. If you have the interest and ambition, Oakland County Michigan Works! and Oakland Community College offer no-cost training to qualified workers.
Take the first step in joining this career sector by attending a training program information session.
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Logistics Technician
From the automotive industry to Amazon, logistics professionals are more critical than ever, with supply chains and fulfillment companies delivering goods across the world in record volumes.
Job opportunities in this field are booming, with a projected growth of four percent annual across the country through 2029, including Metro Detroit.
Oakland County Michigan Works!, in partnership with Oakland Community College and PepsiCo, are offering a certified logistics technician training program, free to eligible candidates.
- Earn $16-$21 per hour during training (hours and wages will vary based on company
Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
A certified nursing aide (CNA), also known as a certified nursing assistant, helps patients with daily activities that may be difficult for them due to disease, injury or disability. This can include bathing and other hygiene tasks, getting dressed, eating, taking medication on time and helping patients move around safely.
As a CNA, you’ll work under a nurse’s supervision and may assist with other clinical tasks such as taking a patient’s blood pressure, heart rate and other vital signs. Typical work environments can include hospitals, nursing homes, assisted-living facilities, adult daycare centers and rehabilitation centers.
While a certified nurse aide is often considered an entry-level position, it can also serve as a good foundation if you’re looking to transition into nursing or other healthcare positions.
- Average entry-level wage range: $14 - 18 per hour
Computer Support Technician
Jobs in the Information Technology field are in high-demand. Training for the Computer Support Technician program will include classes related to CompTIA and soft skills classes to prepare you for a job in the technology industry. Individuals with CompTIA certifications typically can start their career as a helpdesk technician, IT technician, helpdesk analyst and similar roles.
- Average entry-level wage range: $16-20/hour
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Sterile Processing Technician
With an increased focus on patient safety in healthcare, sterile processing technicians are in high demand. As one of these technicians, you’ll decontaminate, inspect, assemble, package and sterilize reusable surgical instruments or devices in a healthcare facility, so that they can be redistributed and reused safely on additional patients. This work is usually centralized in a special department of the medical facility.
- Average entry-level wage range: $16 – $20 per hour
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Tuition Assistance
- An Oakland County Michigan Works! Career Advisor will meet with you to assess your knowledge, skills, and abilities and help you determine your next steps.
- Oakland County Michigan Works! partners with area community colleges, universities, and proprietary schools to offer tuition assistance through Individual Training Accounts (ITAs).
- A list of training institutions and programs can be found at Michigan Training Connect
Contact your local Oakland County Michigan Works! to schedule an appointment for an orientation that will provide an overview of eligibility requirements, how to apply for financial aid, available programs, and next steps toward pursuing further education.
Henry Ford Health System Medical Assistant Apprenticeship
An Exciting Pathway Toward a Successful Career in Healthcare. Now is an ideal time to pursue a career in the healthcare, the largest industry in southeast Michigan. In fact, job prospects for medical assistants in the region are great. Henry Ford Health System, one of the largest in the area, has openings for hundreds of positions today.
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Michigan Works! - Oakland Community College
Whether you are seeking short-term training through Economic Workforce Development or working with a Michigan Works! Agency, we are here to guide you through the process of becoming an Empowered OCC Student!
Learn more and get started at oaklandcc.edu/admissions/michigan-works.
Oakland NEXT - Training Programs
Complete a free certificate training program right from home. Qualified participants receive free tuition, with the opportunity to earn a certification
NPower MI - Training Opportunity
- 16-week instructor-led virtual training
- Opportunity for a paid internship or a project-based learning experience
- Opportunity to earn industry-recognized certifications: CompTIA A+ & IT Fundamentals+, Google IT Support Certificate and IT Generalist Apprenticeship credential
- Exposure to Microsoft, Cisco, Amazon Web Services, and other leading technologies
Applying is Easy
Applications are considered on a rolling basis
Oakland County Michigan Works!, aligned with County Executive David Coulter’s goal of 80 percent of its citizens securing a post-secondary degree or advanced certification, offers a variety of education and training programs for people who are laid off or otherwise unemployed.
Our goal is to help you find your next position and reenter the workforce as quickly as possible. Most job growth in Oakland County is in the fields of advanced manufacturing, health care and information technology. Demand for talent in the skilled trades is among the highest in the nation.
Training Program Calendar
Did You Know?
Certifications and licenses often can be obtained in less than a year. Many skilled trades can be learned through apprenticeships or short-term training. Tuition assistance also may be available. Some training programs even offer college credits. Vocational schools, career colleges and technical schools can save you money and time when compared to earning a two- or four-year degree. Explore these careers at MI Trade School.