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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.

Submit a Michigan Reconnect application

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Training Program Calendar

Employer Workshop Series: Local VS. Global Talent - A Hiring Playbook

  • Date: 08/12/2025 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM  

Local VS. Global Talent - A Hiring Playbook

 AUGUST 12, 2025 | 10:00 - 11:30 AM

Ready to grow your team but not sure if it makes sense to keep hiring in Michigan or expand your reach? This workshop is designed to help you figure it out with confidence. We’ll break down when it pays to keep hiring local talent, when it might be time to tap into out-of-state or international candidates, and how to protect your business from compliance headaches along the way.

You’ll learn exactly what sets an international contractor apart from an employee and why misclassifying them can come with a hefty price tag. Plus, get real-world lessons from employer experts who will share what paid off, what fell flat, and how to tackle your next hire wisely. Walk away with clear insights, actionable strategies, and the peace of mind that you’re growing your team the right way for your business goals.

WORKSHOP HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Determining where your next hire should be located — local, out of state or international?
  • Recruitment strategies for how to find great candidates outside of your footprint
  • What to know about remote worker compliance in a distributed model
  • Hear real stories, lessons learned, and get your questions answered

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