What’s a Short-Term Training Program?
A short-term training program helps you get ready for a specific job in a short amount of time. These programs usually include hands-on training and some classroom learning to teach you a particular skill—like welding, medical assisting, coding, or truck driving.
If you want to learn how to do something that leads directly to a job, this could be a great option for you. These programs are focused, fast, and can help you start working and making money sooner.
Plus, after you’ve been working for a while, you might decide to go back to school later—using the skills you’ve gained and the money you’ve saved to take your next step.
CPR
EMT
Construction
Clinic Assistant
Auto-mechanic
Summit offers specializations and industry certifications for in-demand careers through 20-week accredited training, delivering academic rigor alongside marketable skills and connections to employers. Must be a U.S. Citizen or eligible non-citizen.
Carpentry
Electrician
Financial Services
IT Specialist
Medical Administrative Assistant
Dental Assistant (Unlicensed)
Participants in these free, eight- to nine-week trainings learn soft skills to prepare them to be successful in the workplace along with direct, hands-on training in high-demand industries. Must have documentation to work in the U.S. (SSN, etc.), and English proficiency.
Steam and Hot Water Boiler Operator
Carpentry
Phlebotomy
Commercial Driver Careers
Healthcare Unit Coordinator
Licensed Child Caregivers
Provides industry-specific training programs to help expand the skills and qualifications needed to start a new career in just 10-12 weeks. Must have documentation to work in the U.S. (SSN, etc.). Training programs include:
Automotive
Business
Construction
Financial
YouthBuild
Job Corps is the nation's largest free education and job training program for young adults. Must have documentation to work in the U.S. (SSN, etc.). Training programs include:
Advanced Transportation Service Worker
Building Construction Technology
Culinary Arts
Office Administration
Painting, Pre-Apprentice
Sign, Billboard and Display Apprentice
Offers short-term training programs (4-8 weeks) that provide participants with specific certifications/credentials and support with the job search process. Training programs include:
Office Administration
Medical Manufacturing
Human Services
Home Energy
Medical Call Center
Twin Cities R!SE offers 8-week training programs that are hybrid towards specific careers and industry sectors. These programs have been created in partnership with employers to customize your learning for the workplace! 80% of graduates have begun new careers. Must have documentation to work in the U.S. (SSN, etc.).
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