Job Training Services

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Upcoming Training Options

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Current training options include funding through the State Energy Sector Partnership (SESP) Grant,  On-The-Job Training,  and the Wayne State University Defense Employment Transition Program.

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Defense Industry Training Grant

Wayne State University, in partnership with Macomb Community College, is launching the Defense Employment Transition Program (DETP). The DETP is a comprehensive re-employment program created specifically to meet the needs of the unemployed, underemployed, veterans, and displaced workers – both white and blue collar. This unique program offers foundation skills for the professional in transition and is highly customized to meet each individual’s needs.

This 10-week program offers:

  • Individual Assessment
  • Personal Strategic Employment Plan
  • Professional Coaching
  • Education Workshops and Clinics
  • Mock Interviewing

For more information on the program, call 313-577-4449 or review the DETP Flyer

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Macomb Community College, through a Department of Labor Grant, is now offering FREE training that provides the skills to fill job openings within the defense sector.

Supported by a $4.9 million grant from the Department of Labor, Macomb Community College is developing and providing training to better position unemployed workers, under-employed workers, dislocated workers and veterans for jobs in the defense sector in southeast Michigan.

Macomb Community College offers training in programs including:

  • Welding
  • CNC
  • Multi-Skilled Technician
  • Business Communication
  • Working in a Government Environment

For more information on the program, call 586-498-4120 or visit http://www.macomb.edu/defensetraining

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Oakland Community College, in partnership with Macomb Community College, is launching the Oakland Community College Defense Grant. Scholarships are available for unemployed, underemployed, dislocated workers, and veterans to compete for jobs in the defense sector in Southeast Michigan.

Oakland Community College is offering the following training programs for Winter 2012:

  • CISCO/CCNA
  • UGNX
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) Preparation
  • Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP): Server Adminstrator

For more information on the program, call Bobbie Townsend at 248-232-4178 or review the OCC Defense Grant flyer___

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Automation Alley IT Career Pathways Project

Automation Alley Information Technology Career Pathways Project (A2IT) provides eligible youths and dislocated workers with information technology training and industry recognized certifications in:

  • Internet & Computing Core Certification (IC3)
  • Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS)
  • Comp TIA A+
  • Comp TIA Network+

Visit the Automation Alley website for more information on the program and how to qualify.  This grant ends May 31st so apply now on the website!

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Additional Training Information

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May 2011

The No Worker Left Behind (NWLB) Program is no longer available through Troy Michigan Works!  Remaining funding for the program will be used to continue to fund the individuals who have already begun their training through the NWLB Program.

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Job Search Assistance

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Job Search Assistance will continue to be offered to support individuals looking for employment.  Call 248-823-5101 for more information.