CAREER ADVANCEMENT FOR PROFESSIONALS (CAP): This is an advanced level English program designed for immigrants with college degrees and professional backgrounds from their home countries who want to pursue similar careers here. The program requires: High Intermediate or Advanced English A college degree A Legal Work Authorization A PC/Laptop with camera and microphone NOTE: This is a free program with 18 weeks of English instruction and a job search/placement class. Check

Found in Translation, based in Dorchester, offers a free "Language Access Program" for low income, bilingual women. The Language Access Fellowship is a program that integrates medical interpreter certificate training, wraparound support geared towards employment, and career advancement opportunities . The next training will run from JANUARY TO JUNE 2026. Check with Found in Translation to see if there are any spaces open (and if the January session is full, when the next t

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

The WinnCompanies Maintenance Apprenticeship Program is a 12-month career development opportunity that combines on-the-job training with expert instruction from The Peterson School and WinnCompanies. The program offers full-time roles as maintenance technicians and great employee benefits. Curriculum The Winn program covers and provides hands-on training in many essential areas, including electrical systems, refrigeration, boilers, heating and air conditioning systems, lands

Discover the Google Career Certificate program, offered in partnership with Boston Public Library and Grow with Google . Get started on your Tech career! Introduction Gain access to career possibilities with the Google Career Certificate program. Prepare for interesting positions in various fields, including cybersecurity, data analytics, digital marketing, IT support, project management, UX design, IT automation with Python, and business intelligence. High Quality Program

The Ready, Set, Service! (Customer Service) Training Program prepares students to work in a variety of customer service jobs. Beyond learning customer service skills, students are supported in the job readiness / job search process. Part of the program is done online and part of it is done in person at IINE's Boston location. Sessions meet Monday through Friday. Must have at least an intermediate level of English to do the program (SPL 3). For Information, contact: info

For some people, working as a dental assistant is a career in and of itself. For others, it's a great first step towards working at more advanced jobs in the dental field. It's a hands-on job that requires interacting with patients; preparing patient-area work stations; assisting dentists; processing xrays; scheduling appointments; and organizing information. There are several paths to becoming a dental assistant, and four different levels of possible training . All pat

These 9-month programs start each September and are FREE . They're appropriate for people who are changing careers or just getting started with a career. REQUIREMENTS : Have a high school diploma or equivalent from any country Low to low-moderate income (not higher) Be a MA resident and able to work in the USA Be able to come to class 5 days a week, 5 hours a day Advanced level of English PLEASE NOTE : Programs are primarily for Metro North residents, with priority given to

Find work in restaurants, hotels, catering establishments, nursing homes, and hospitals New England Culinary Arts Training (NECAT) prepares people for jobs in the culinary arts field. They're focused on providing opportunities to adults who have faced obstacles to gainful employment, and they strongly believe in and advocate for "diversity, equity, and inclusion". NECAT has four training program cohorts : Their main location on Bradston Street in Boston East Boston Suffolk

YMCA OF GREATER BOSTON'S EDUCATION AND TRAINING BRANCH OFFERS FOUR DIFFERENT TRAINING PROGRAMS: 1) Property Management Certification (started December 15, 2025, check for next program date: Edward Jackson, ejackson@ymcaboston.org ) 2) Culinary Arts Program (starts winter 2026, Camille Chase De La Paz, cchasedelapaz@ymcaboston.org ) 3) Early Childhood Education Academy (started December 2025, check for next program date: Maureen Augenstern-Dane, maugensterndane@ymcaboston.o

Are you interested in becoming a Certified Nursing Assistant in the Boston area? This is meaningful work that offers you the chance to help people with medical needs. It is challenging work that requires a lot of energy, but most importantly, the ability to care about other people. Visit this page to find a variety of information and programs about becoming a CNA. Read about free programs, state-approved programs, and 10 of the most highly rated programs in the Boston are

The City of Boston periodically recruits people who are committed to caring for Boston's youngest learners. These programs are appropriate for current educators as well as for people who are interested in becoming certified or licensed as an educator. There are programs (some free) offering credentialing for Childhood Development Associates (CDA); CDA Renewals; Lead Teacher Certifications; Director's Certifications; Associates Degrees; Bachelor's Degrees; and Master's Degre

The SHINE program trains people for careers in solar energy . The program is free and participants receive a stipend while they're participating. It requires 450 hours of training over the course of 13 weeks, and no prior experience is needed. Participants must be able to life 50 pounds; speak fluent English; climb a ladder; and have a total household income of less than $77,000. NOTE: Preference will be be given to people who live in Roxbury, Dorchester, Mattapan, or H

X-cel Conservation Corps offers a variety of education programs as well as a Wastewater Operator's License program . The program includes instruction, an internship, and help with job placement. NOTE: You must be between age 18 and age 40 to do the program. Check with the organization about upcoming start dates. For more information and to apply, click HERE .

Operation ABLE, founded in 1982, provides computer skills and medical office skills trainings to help job seekers gain employment. In addition, they provide career coaching and advising , job search support , and a variety of other services. PLEASE VISIT THEIR WEBSITE OR CAll 617-542-4180 FOR MORE INFORMATION AND UPCOMING START DATES.

TUITION FREE ONLINE (mostly) NOTE: AS OF NOVEMBER 2025, APPLICATION PROCESS CLOSED. CHECK WITH THEM ABOUT POTENTIAL FUTURE OPPORTUNITIES. UMass Global in partnership with Mass General Brigham (MGB) provides training and employment opportunities for people interested in working as a full-time Medical Assistant. Medical Assistants help keep medical offices running smoothly. Responsibilities include taking medical histories and vital signs; explaining treatment procedures; pre

World Education Services offers helpful booklets on career pathways to a variety of professional jobs in the USA . You can download these booklets from their website. The various careers covered include: Law Dentistry Allied Health Information Technology (IT) Pharmacy Architecture Accounting Engineering Teaching Nursing If you want to read or download the booklets, click on the link below and scroll down to "National Career Pathways Resources" . ACCESS BOOKLETS HERE