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Questions? Call 248-858-5520 for help with education and training.

On-the-Job Training, Classroom Training, and Registered Apprenticeships are geared to help you secure the skills needed for a successful career.

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Most job growth in Oakland County will be in the fields of Health Care, Information Technology and Advanced Manufacturing. Skilled Trades demand is among the highest in the nation. Find out ways to learn certain trades and decide what types of training will work best for you.

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.

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State Launches Michigan Reconnect Program Offering Free Tuition to Eligible Adults

The new Michigan Reconnect program provides eligible adults with the opportunity to earn a tuition-free associate degrees or skills certificates at their local, in-district community colleges or select private training schools.

The goal is to help people prepare for in-demand careers in manufacturing, construction, information technology, health care and business management. This program is directly aligned with Oakand80 program and its objective of having 80 percent of the adults in Oakland County obtain a post-secondary degree or credential by 2030.

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Training Program Calendar

Employer Workshop: TAPPING GLOBAL TALENT

  • Date: 02/18/2025 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM  

TAPPING GLOBAL TALENT

Hiring skilled immigrants to strengthen your workforce and gain a competitive advantage

FEBRUARY 18, 2025 | 10:00-11:30 AM

As employers across our region grapple with building a skilled workforce, they are tapping the skilled immigrant population for answers. This strategy makes sense, considering foreign-born immigrants already make up 23 percent of the U.S. workforce in high-demand STEM* fields, which include scientists, engineers, information technology and healthcare workers, according to the American Immigration Council.

Join us for our next virtual workshop, including a special panel discussion, on how organizations can leverage skilled immigrants to strengthen their teams and separate themselves from the competition. Learn about the value of a diverse workforce, how to attract and hire skilled immigrants, and the long-term benefits of employing such a strategy in today’s fight for talent.

WORKSHOP HIGHLIGHTS:

  • See how skilled immigrants fill critical shortages in many occupational fields through Oakland County’s Skilled Immigrant Integration Program and other initiatives
  • Learn how different cultures and professional experiences of skilled immigrants foster creativity, innovation and problem-solving
  • Explore how skilled immigrants can boost an organization’s productivity, cultural competence and inclusivity
  • Review the steps involved in effectively integrating skilled immigrants into your organization The special panel includes Danila Martinez, Human Resources Manager North America, AdduXI Group; a recent skilled immigrant new hire; and two current skilled immigrant job seekers. 

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