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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

Preventing Property Tax Foreclosure: What Oakland County Property Owners Should Know

  • Date: 02/12/2026 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM  
  • Location: Zoom Webinar

Preventing Property Tax Foreclosure: What Oakland County Property Owners Should Know

If you're behind on property taxes or want to stay ahead, this SmartFinance Academy session provides the clarity and support you need. Oakland County Treasurer Robert Wittenberg and Deputy Treasurer Reda Nafso will guide you through the foreclosure process, explain your legal rights, and outline practical steps you can take now to prevent foreclosure.

You’ll also learn about the no-cost services available through the Oakland County Treasurer’s Office and its Financial Empowerment Center, including taxpayer assistance meetings, one-on-one financial counseling and educational tools designed to help you stay in control of your property.

Whether you own a home, business or rental property, this webinar will help you make informed decisions and avoid preventable loss. Registration is free and open to all Oakland County property owners.

What You’ll Learn

  • How the Michigan property tax foreclosure process works and when to act.
  • The free and confidential support available through the Oakland County Treasurer’s Office and the Financial Empowerment Center.
  • The additional tools, including legal resources and education programs, can help you maintain ownership and financial stability.

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