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Check for Upcoming Start Dates: HEART Home Health Aide Training Programs
The HEART Home Health Aide Program s offers FREE full-time training for entry-level health care jobs where participants can gain immediate employment. Interested applicants should : Never have been certified or hired as a home health aide in Massachusetts or another state. Have an interest in working with the elderly or disabled in their homes Be interested in working in the healthcare field Be willing to participate in a training, employment, and research program Be willin
Apr 11


Register for Summer 2026: Biotechnology Career Accelerator Program with Just a Start
This free 9-week training program is designed to help people get started in biotech careers. The program includes: Hands-on lab training Career coaching Exposure to the biotechnology industry $2000 stipend Additional Details: Meets Monday to Wednesday 9 AM to 2 PM Located at Just a Start in Cambridge LEARN MORE
Apr 11


May 16 (Holyoke): Orientation Workshop for Foreign Trained Professionals
** ABN is hosting their next Orientation Workshop for Foreign-Trained Professionals on May 16, 2026 at Holyoke Community College. Future dates will be on July 28 (Lawrence), August 22 (Roxbury), October 3 (Springfield), and November 7 (Boston). African Bridge Network (ABN) is focused on connecting foreign-trained professionals with mentors, social service agencies, community leaders, training programs, and other immigrant professionals. Periodically, they also offer resource
Apr 11


Check for Next Start Date: Work Ready English (WRE) Program
Work Ready English (WRE) is a free 12-week program that combines English language instruction with job placement assistance. The program is designed for students who have a U.S. Passport or a Permanent Resident Card (Green Card) and have work authorization in the US . Highlights of the Program: 12 weeks of English language learning Employment support with one-on-one job placement assistance Supportive environment for career growth For more information, call 617-426-9492
Apr 11


May Start Dates: Pathmaker Biotech Trainings at Northeastern University Burlington, MA
The Massachusetts Life Sciences Center (MLSC) offers a variety of interesting biotech programs that can lead to careers in the life sciences field. Check out the array of programs and program dates: P2 Cohort 1: Northeastern University's Biopharmaceutical Analysis Laboratory at Burlington: December 2, 2025 - February 5, 2026. Course 1C: Lab Skills P2 Cohort 2: Northeastern University's Biopharmaceutical Analysis Laboratory at Burlington: March 3 - April 23, 2026. Course 1B:
Apr 11


4/15/26: Information Session for Immigrant Professionals Fellowship
The Immigrant Professionals Fellowship is a training and work-placement program targeting foreign-trained professionals for the healthcare and research fields. The program is available to skilled immigrants residing in the Greater Boston and Metro North areas. The Fellowship provides 8 weeks of upskilled training and 6 weeks of workforce readiness training. After that, people are placed into paid fellowships within fast-paced work environments. This enables trainees to gai
Apr 11


April 16th: SPRING CAREER FAIR
MassHire Downtown Boston and Roxbury Community College are hosting their spring Career Fair on Thursday, April 16th, 2026 . ** Connect with companies across a variety of industries, including education, banking, government, healthcare, hospitality, human services, and more. For additional details and to register, click HERE .
Apr 11


Skilled Immigrant Certification Program
Check out ABN's Skilled Immigrant Certification Program ! The program is designed for skilled immigrants who already have work authorizations and plan to seek employment in Massachusetts. Program components include: Confirmation of work authorizations and degree equivalencies Strengthening English, digital, and project management skills Creating resumes, cover letters, and LinkedIn profiles Practicing job interview skills Working with career advisors Attending job fairs and n
Apr 11


Apply soon: Biotech Pre-Apprenticeship and Apprenticeship Training Programs
PRE-APPRENTICESHIP TRAINING Key Info: Program is Free Includes hands-on experience with lab skills, math skills and job readiness. Classes also include the science of biotech; soft skills; computer skills; and English language (if needed). May lead to entry level biotech jobs or further training. Most classes meet online. Only the lab skills class is in-person and will take place at Northeastern University in Boston. Classes are part-time for 10 weeks. If interested, fil
Apr 11


Are You an Internationally Trained Physician? Read about the PPA (Physician Pathway Act)
Are you an internationally trained physician who would like to re-enter the medical field in Massachusetts? That had always seemed like an almost impossible dream to fulfill. But on November 20, 2024, Governor Maura Healy signed the Physician Pathway Act (PPA) into law. That act creates a viable 3-year pathway to licensure . From the ABN site: Steps to Licensure Eligible internationally-trained physicians (ITPs) can get a 1-year limited license to work under a mentor a
Apr 11


Apply by May 2026 for September 2026 Cycle: Pre-Apprenticeship Program with Building Pathways
Are you hoping for a career in the Construction Union Trades? If so, join Building Pathway's free pre-apprenticeship training program. Fill out an Information Form by May. You'll then receive an update about registering for a mandatory June or July Information Session . The Building Pathways program offers a great opportunity to gain industry knowledge; hands-on training; and compete for union apprenticeship openings. You'll go through 200+ hours of free training with c
Apr 11


For International Nurses: BHCC Welcome Back Center
Are you an internationally educated nurse seeking to pursue your nursing career in Massachusetts? Don't let licensing challenges hold you back. The Boston Welcome Back Center at Bunker Hill Community College (BHCC) can assist you in a variety of ways. They provide dedicated Education Case Managers who will support you with: Evaluating your nursing credentials Preparing for English exams Preparing for licensure exams Obtaining your Massachusetts nursing license BHCC understa
Apr 11


4/29/26: Research Careers Info Session with ABN and Tufts Medical
Join ABN and Tufts Medical Center for a virtual information session on Wednesday, April 29th, 2026 . This session will focus on careers in the research fields . It will also enable you to hear from the recruitment team about what it's like to work at Tufts Medical Center . For more information and to register, click HERE .
Apr 11


May 4: Hospitality / Housekeeping Training; June 1: Culinary Arts Training. Placement into Union Hotel Jobs.
BEST Hospitality offers 2 trainings in the hospitality field . They also have connections to union jobs for those who successfully complete a program. In addition, they offer career coaching and assistance with job placement into union positions with Boston area hotels. The 2 trainings that BEST offers : A pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship program in hospitality and housekeeping . This training can lead to a union hotel housekeeping position in the Boston area. STARTS
Apr 11


April and August start dates: AI Training for Immigrant Job Seekers
ABN is offering both in-person and virtual free AI training for immigrant job seekers . This training is designed to empower immigrant job seekers with the knowledge and skills to use AI tools responsibly and effectively for career advancement. Upcoming Training Dates: Cambridge Public Library (onsite, 4 sessions from 1 PM to 4 PM): Check for Next Start Date Shrewsbury Public Library (onsite, 4 sessions from 1 PM to 4 PM): Saturday, August 1, 2026 Saturday, August 8, 2026 S
Apr 11


Apply for Next Training: National Grid's 8-Week Career Training Program
Are you good with your hands and technical challenges? National Grid, the electric and gas company that is widely used in MA, has an Energy Infrastructure Academy that offers a hands-on 8-week training program. Completion of the program could lead to an entry or mid-level union job with National Grid . **You must be at least 18 years old, have a GED or equivalent, and a driver's license. To read more about it, please click HERE . For questions, contact Rosane Batista a
Apr 11


May and July Start Dates: Trainings in Building Maintenance, Banking/Finance & Weatherization
WEATHERIZATION : Starts May 26, 2026: Weatherization teaches how to make buildings safer and more energy efficient. It is one of American's fastest growing industries. AACA's weatherization training is a two-week, free program that is followed by "guaranteed job placement". It also offers training bonuses to everyone who successfully completes the program. For more information go to the AACA site . BUILDING ENERGY EFFICIENT MAINTENANCE SKILLS (BEEMS): Check for July 2
Apr 11


Start Dates each year: November, March, July / BCNC STEP into Healthcare for ESOL Learners
CHECK WITH BCNC FOR UPCOMING START DATES. From BCNC: " The STEP into Healthcare (Skills Training for Entry-level Positions in Healthcare) Program is a free training for intermediate-advanced English language learners seeking full-time entry-level employment in the healthcare industry . This program is held in partnership with Tufts Medicine, Beth Israel Lahey Health, the City of Boston Mayor’s Office of Workforce Development , MassHire Metro North Workforce Board and is a S
Apr 11


IT: PER SCHOLAS OFFERS A WIDE VARIETY OF FREE IT TRAININGS: START DATES MAY THRU NOV
PER SCHOLAS is a national non-profit organization that offers tuition-free tech career training . Learners receive hands-on learning, personalized mentorship, and industry-recognized certifications, all at no cost. The organization also offers access to career coaches who assist with professional development. This includes mock interviews and resume assistance. In addition, graduates benefit from job connections through a wide network of alumni and employer partners across
Apr 11


Bridges to College Programs in the Boston Area
Bridges to College programs help people who want to go to college, but who need to improve their academic skills. These programs also help students fill out college and finanical aid applications, as well as make decisions about how college connects to the career paths that they hope to pursue. In the Boston area: JVS , in collaboration with Quincy College, offers a two-phased Bridges to College program related to the Biotech field. The full name of the program is Biote
Apr 11
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