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  • Atlanta Public Schools Adult Education is now enrolling for its free High School Equivalency Classes.  The program helps adult learners gain the academic, college and career readiness skills needed to enter and succeed in the workforce and/or postsecondary education and serves residents of all counties.  New students admitted every Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday; see flyer on how to register or call 404-802-3560.  Click here to learn more.  In addition, we offer English classes for speakers of other languages.  Click here for a flyer in English.  Click here for a flyer in Spanish.  And we also offer Integrated Education Training (IET) that provides adult literacy with workforce preparation for specific industries like the Certified Guest Service Professional Training, that teaches relevant and transferrable skills training for any customer or client service position. Click here to learn more. And moreover, APS Adult Ed welcomes individuals already having a minimum of a high school equivalency diploma to enroll in our program to attend IET training; and more IET trainings are to come! Contact APS Adult Ed at [email protected] or 404-802-3560 for more information.
  • Atlanta Technical College is offering two (2) High School Equivalency options – the GED and HiSET, with the testing center on campus offering both exams.  These options are available through “hybrid classes” where students can attend in-person, virtually via Blackboard, and/or through a combination of both.  Click here for more information and to register.
  • Atlanta Technical College’s Economic Development Division is providing access to free online, self-paced tutorial courses that highlight a mix of hard and soft skills essential to success in today’s rapidly changing job market.  Atlanta Technical College is providing these courses at no cost to support our communities, business and industry, and individuals in this time of need. These online courses can be useful both professionally and personally.  The 10 free courses are offered in partnership with the Technical College System of Georgia.  These courses encompass a variety of topics useful in any work environment. For course and registration information visit: https://gvtc.tcsg.edu/econdev.  The courses are: (1) Ten Soft Skills You Need, (2) Attention Management, (3) Business Etiquette, (4) Customer Service, (5) Emotional Intelligence, (6) Goal Setting and Getting Things Done, (7) Job Search Skills, (8) Telework and Telecommuting, (9) Time Management, and (10) Workplace Diversity.
  • CareerRise is partnering with Prologis, the world’s largest logistics real estate investment company, and Jobs for the Future (JFF), a national nonprofit that drives transformation in the American workforce and education systems, to offer a new training program designed to rapidly skill up displaced workers for careers in transportation, distribution and logistics. With demand for skilled logistics workers at an all-time high as more and more consumers shop for goods online, the Prologis Warehousing and Distribution Program is designed to help job candidates learn more about the industry and prepare them for success in logistics roles. The program is free and open to anyone interested in a job or career in the logistics industry.  Prospective learners can learn more and sign up online at https://www.logisticscareers.prologis.com/.  For more information, contact Nate Futrell, Industry Partnerships Manager, at [email protected].
  • Chattahoochee Technical College helps you prepare for employment in some of today’s hottest careers with a comprehensive, affordable, and self-paced Online Career Training Program. You can begin these Programs at any time and learn at your own pace. Upon successful completion of all required coursework, you will receive a Certificate of Completion in your subject area. Careers available in our 6 to 18-month offerings include Arts and Design, Business, Computer Applications, Computer Programming, Construction and Trades, Health and Fitness, Hospitality, and Information Technology.  Click here for more information and program details.
  • Chattahoochee Technical College has partnered with the CE Shop to offer Real Estate courses. Interested in a career in real estate?  Click here for information on continuing education and licensing prep in real estate through Chattahoochee Tech.
  • The City of Refuge offers Job Training Courses that will give you the skills and confidence needed to earn a job and start a rewarding career.  Click here for a flyer.  Click here to review details online.  Click here to apply.
    • NAPA Automotive Technician Training (16 weeks): This course introduces basic concepts and technical training in automobile mechanics.
    • Culinary Arts (15 weeks, 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM daily): The Culinary Arts Program provides insight into food production skills, various levels of industry management, and hospitality skills for students interested in pursuing a career in the foodservice industry. Each student receives hands-on experience. The course is structured to teach the fundamentals and basic concepts of Culinary techniques. Also, it develops critical skills such as punctuality, appearance, communication, and customer service. The program is conducted by Atlanta’s very own Atlanta Breakfast Club. Successful Students will earn a ServSafe certification towards finding employment in Food Preparation and Serving related occupations.
    • Forklift Training (2 days): The Forklift Training will provide entry-level skills necessary to gain employment. The course offers hands-on training in a warehouse setting covering critical training areas to receive certification. 
    • Logistics: The Logistics Readiness Training will provide entry-level skills necessary to gain employment at an entry-level position in the Logistics and Warehouse Industry. The course will cover critical areas of training for work, including the theory of logistics, compliance fundamentals, warehouse safety basics, first aid, and forklift certification. 
    • Coding Bootcamp (16 weeks – full-time / 26 weeks – flexible): Coding boot camp provides the basics necessary for employment within the Information Technology field. Graduates will be recognized as a “full stack web developer” upon course completion.
    • Cyber Security (40 weeks): Cybersecurity students will have a choice to train and test for the following industry-recognized certifications: CompTIA ITF+, CompTIA Net+, CompTIA Security+, and SOC Analyst.
    • Back to Work 50_ Jobseekers Bootcamp (4 days): The City of Refuge has teamed up with the AARP Foundation to offer FREE Jobseekers 50+ Bootcamps in 2023 to provide the tools, resources, group coaching, and necessary guidance to embark on a successful job campaign. Bootcamps include an overview session and three subsequent days of coaching sessions. 
    • Inspired by Arby’s Class: Students are selected to achieve their Serv Safe in three weeks, then work for two weeks at Arby’s Howell Mill restaurant.  They will be mentored by Inspired Corp staff to eventually be employed by Corporate or to be General Manager of a restaurant in a 5 year plan.
    • Launch Soft Skills Class (8 weeks): The Launch is a course to help develop, build in and perfect the soft skills you need to land and succeed in a job. Throughout this class we encourage you to take notes, and ask questions.
  • The City of Refuge is offering a Security Guard Class to train Safety Advocate Officers in de-escalation, professionalism and public relations, conflict resolution, customer service and communication, crowd control, and criminal law. Click here for a flyer.
  • The Construction Ready Pre-Apprenticeship program is a nationally recognized construction training program accredited by N.C.C.E.R., which provides training and job placement. Construction Ready’s 20-Day Pre-Apprenticeship program promotes construction as a career-focused, intensive training and the placement of graduates in stable construction jobs with advancement potential. Earning up to eight industry-recognized credentials, graduates are trained, credentialed and ready to work. The Construction Ready Pre-Apprenticeship program screens and trains students for entry-level positions in the construction industry and is fully funded to eligible applicants who reside in metropolitan Atlanta and other regions in Georgia. Graduates of Construction Ready are connected to construction companies that participate in Construction Ready. Employment is not guaranteed; however, 97% of Construction Ready graduates are connected into full-time employment. Interested candidates are required to attend an Information Session to begin the process for enrollment. CLICK HERE to learn more and sign up for a Construction Ready Information Session. If you have questions about the Construction Ready Pre-Apprenticeship program or the Information Sessions, please contact the Recruitment Team via email: [email protected]. Below is a list of the training locations in metro Atlanta:
    • Construction Ready at Westside Works (261 Joseph E. Lowery Boulevard, NW, Atlanta, GA)
    • Construction Ready at Build Cobb (1940 Exchange, SE, Atlanta, GA)
  • Generation USA, in partnership with Verizon Skill Forward, is hosting the Introduction to Technology Workshop. The workshop length is 3.5 hours and runs every two weeks on Wednesdays at 3:00 PM. Through this workshop, you’ll learn about the technology industry, what a day in the life is like in the tech industry, the different technology pathways out there, and Generation’s various technology program offerings. Click here to learn more and register.
  • The Georgia Building Trades Academy (GABTA) is enrolling participants for itsYouthBuild Program. This program is a construction pre-apprenticeship program designed to prepare young people ages 16-24 for careers in the building trades. The program is free and provides hands-on training, educational tutorials and GED instruction, soft skills training, leadership development skills, career counseling, and job readiness training. To be eligible, applicants must be either a high school dropout, have a high school diploma or GED but not be enrolled in college, and meet certain income or background criteria. We believe that this program has the potential to make a real difference in the lives of young people in our community and provide them with valuable skills and experiences to help them succeed. Click here to learn more and apply.
  • The Georgia Institute of Technology is accepting applications for its 2024 Georgia Tech Excel Program.  The Excel Program is a 4-year certificate program for students, between the ages of 18 and 26, with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Students develop academic skills, live rich social lives, practice independence by living on campus or close to campus and develop the career skills needed to pursue their future jobs.  Click here to learn more and apply.
  • Goodwill of North Georgia offers several Job Training Programs through its metro Atlanta Career Centers that provide many opportunities for individuals to increase their marketability with industry-recognized credentials for today’s workforce.  Click here to see a catalog of high-demand, short-term trainings or call 1-844-344-9675 for more information.  All programs require candidates to attend eligibility screenings prior to enrollment, site and program contacts are outlined below. 
    • Cartersville Career Center is recruiting candidates for its Forklift Training Program, Logistics Training Program and Welding Training Program. For more information, contact Capri Taylor at [email protected].
    • Decatur Career Center is recruiting candidates for its Welding Training Program and the Logistics Training Program.  For the Welding program, participants will receive training in blueprint reading basics, 2 American Welding Society Certifications, CPR/First Aid Certification, OSHA 30 Certification, a paid internship, and job placement assistance.  For the Logistics program, participants will receive 2 Georgia Tech Supply Chain Certificates, OSHA 10 Certification, CPR/First Aid Certification, their CDL A, and job placement assistance. 
    • Oakwood Career Center is recruiting candidates for its Welding Training Program.  The class includes two weeks of JRT, two weeks of welding class time, and 2 weeks of internship.  The Center is also recruiting candidates for its Forklift Training Program. 
    • Old National Career Center is recruiting candidates for its four-week Forklift Training Program. 
    • Old National Career Center is recruiting candidates for its Supply Chain w/CDL A Training Program. 
    • Old National Career Center is recruiting candidates for its 12-week GoodBiz Training Program.  The fee for this class is $250 per person.  
    • Pleasant Hill Career Center is recruiting candidates for its Supply Chain Training Program.  The class includes two weeks of JRT, two weeks of class time, and 2 weeks of internship.  The Center is also recruiting for its Forklift Training Program.
    • Smyrna Career Center is recruiting candidates for its Forklift Training Program. The program prepares participants for a career driving forklift. Participants will be certified by the American Welder’s Association, receive OSHA 30, and adult CPR/first aid AED certifications.
    • Smyrna Career Center is recruiting candidates for its Technology Careers Training Program held in partnership with TechBridge. Program prepares participants for careers in technology, equipping them with relevant credentials.
    • Smyrna Career Center is recruiting candidates for its Environmental Services Training Program. The program is designed to prepare students for careers in the Environmental Service Industry (EVS) in healthcare and in the commercial cleaning industries. It is an 8-week training program that includes techniques used by EVS technicians and high-demand training in floor care. Participants who complete the course will receive internationally recognized EVS certifications and employment assistance.
    • South DeKalb Career Center is recruiting candidates for its Building Maintenance Training Program.  Students will be engaged in a 7-week training program that provides hands-on skills training in partnership with Atlanta Apartment Association and employers in the residential housing industry. Provides credentialing opportunities for trainees that enjoy working with their hands in construction and building trades.  Credentialing opportunities include basic construction, punch-out skills, EPA/HVAC & R410 national testing & certification, heating & heat pump maintenance, Certified Pool Operator Industry Certification, and appliance repair exposure.  
    • South DeKalb Career Center is recruiting candidates for its GoodBiz Entrepreneurship Program, a training program for aspiring entrepreneurs and micro-business owners.  In this 12-week program students receive instruction to help them establish and prospect business ownership while implementing and refining their business plan. The GoodBiz program offers a robust curriculum that integrates business development planning, one-on-one business coaching and technical assistance opportunities for aspiring entrepreneurs and existing micro-business owners.
    • South DeKalb Career Center is recruiting candidates for its Highway Construction Training Program.  This 8-week program is designed to prepare students for high demand careers in the construction industry. Training includes exposure to basic carpentry, electrical and plumbing industries with opportunities to receive CDL licensure, flagging, OSHA 30 and first aid/CPR certifications. 
    • Stockbridge Career Center is recruiting candidates for its Supply Chain Logistics with CDL A Training Program.  Individuals must have clean MVR and the ability to pay for CDL permit testing. 
    • Stockbridge Career Center is recruiting candidates for its Forklift Training Program.  This is a two-week training program with forklift certifications in sit down and stand-up forklift operations. 
    • Stockbridge Career Center is recruiting candidates for its GoodBiz Training Program.  The fee for this program is $250. 
    • Stockbridge Career Center is recruiting candidates for its Welding Training Program.  This 8-week program is held in collaboration with Southern Crescent Technical College and provides training in Stick Welding.  Individuals completing program will be able to sit for the Welding test and once passed will be certified through the American Welding Society. The program also includes training and certification in OSHA 30, first aid/CPR, paid internship, employment assistance and wrap around supportive services. Individuals aged 18 to 24 are encouraged to apply. 
    • Woodstock Career Center is recruiting candidates for its Forklift Training Program, Logistics Training Program, Medical Billing & Coding Training Program, Technology Careers Training Program, and Welding Training Program.
  • The Home Depot’s Path to Pro program provides FREE introductory trades training and resources for those interested in growing a career in the trades through the Path to Pro Skills Program, now available in English and Spanish. You can also build a FREE profile in the Path to Pro Network to apply for trade jobs in your area and connect with hiring trades professionals looking for skilled workers at all experience levels. Learn more at PathtoPro.com.  
  • The Latin American Association is hosting in-person Spanish Classes at the Atlanta Outreach Center (2750 Buford Highway, Atlanta, GA) as well as online.  LAA’s Spanish-language program uses a communicative approach to language learning to help students of all levels achieve fluency.  All teachers are native Spanish speakers or have native speaker proficiency. Click here to learn more and register.
  • MUST Ministries, in partnership with Kennesaw State University, has launched a training initiative known as the Aspiring Community Entrepreneurs (ACE) Program. ACE is part of the Urban Poverty and Business Initiative (UPBI), a network created by Notre Dame of universities and nonprofit organizations dedicated to facilitating business growth among America’s most economically challenged neighborhoods. Through ACE, participants have access to a six-week boot camp that introduces essential business tools and monthly training forums along with mentoring and consulting services. Click here for a flyer. Click here to learn more and apply.
  • Paper is partnering with Atlanta Public Schools to provide free tutoring, 24/7, to help students excel.  This includes homework help on any academic subject, feedback on written assignments, and study support for preparing for exams.  Students can chat with a tutor anytime, day or night, and have unlimited sessions.  Multilingual services are available.  Click here to learn more.
  • United Education Institute is offering a Business Office Administration Diploma training program. The program is 36 weeks long and consists of eight modules. The first seven modules are 80 hours each and focus on accounting principles, MS Excel fundamentals, spreadsheets for finance, business applications, office administration, customer service & ethical business practices, and communications. The eighth module is a 250-hour on-the-job-training externship. The program prepares students for positions such as Administrative Assistant, Customer Service Representative, Secretary, Office Clerk, Office Assistant, Receptionist, Office Coordinator, Clerk, Office Manager, and Program Assistant. Click here for a flyer.
  • The University System of Georgia offers 100% online post-secondary eMajor degrees and credentials that address the high-demand workplace needs of Georgia and beyond. Programs range from Business Administration, Nursing, Criminal Justice, Cybersecurity, Organizational Leadership, and other highly sought-after degrees – all through public University System of Georgia institutions you know and trust.  eMajor degrees are ideal for both traditional and non-traditional students who wish to take advantage of online course delivery in a flexible, accessible, and affordable manner. Tuition for all eMajor programs is just $199/credit hour.  Eligible students with previous work experience, military training, or other relevant training can click here to learn how to shorten their time to degree completion by earning college credit for prior learning.  Click here to visit the eMajor website to learn more about 100 percent online eMajor degrees offered through the University System of Georgia.   
  • The University System of Georgia presents USG Learning Everywhere, an online platform to access a diverse set of educational resources to anyone, anywhere, who wants to learn and experience new things online.  From lifelong learners to those just starting out, these free materials help meet the needs of a rapidly changing, increasingly digital world.  In addition to providing materials for adult learners, the platform provides access to resources such as Georgia’s Public Libraries, open textbooks, and Georgia’s virtual library GALILEO to assist K-12 students as they are home-schooling.  Click here to learn more.
  • The University System of Georgia’s Georgia ONmyLINE is a database of online programs and courses offered through the accredited institutions within the University System of Georgia.  The Georgia ONmyLINE resource is designed for professionals, adult learners, military service members, teachers, traditional students, or those looking to continue their education to have a central place to search for Georgia public online learning.  Click here to explore courses and degrees.
  • The UpSkill learning program includes 4 weeks of workforce training followed by 4 weeks of workforce experience, where participants will have the opportunity to demonstrate their new skills working in entry level technology administrative roles for local businesses and nonprofits. Applications are being accepted for youth (ages 18-24) in Nassau County, NY, Suffolk County, NY, and Atlanta, GA.  Click here to learn more.
  • The Urban League of Greater Atlanta’s Pathways to Empowerment (P2E) platform offers a phenomenal 8-week virtual career readiness program to adults 18 years and older. Our goal is to assist those who are either new to the workforce, long-term unemployed, underemployed, and/or underpaid who are seeking personal, career, and financial gain and stability. The following services are provided at NO COST: case management, individual assessments, service plans, support services, financial coaching, wealth building, career coaching, career placement assistance, upskilling/reskilling, apprenticeship opportunities in various fields, access to ULGA’s entrepreneurship and homeownership workshops, GED enrollment, and computer literacy classes for older adults ages 50 plus. If you are ready to embark on the journey to achieve your dreams, contact Leah Pulliam, Sr. Empowerment Advocate, at 404-840-6295, [email protected], to enroll in P2E today!
  • The Urban League of Greater Atlanta is currently recruiting for its Urban Tech Jobs Program for adults 18+ looking to gain skills and employment in the technology sector. The following programs are currently being offered: Google IT Support Certificate, Digital Skills Training for Seniors 50+ and ServiceNow IT Fundamentals. To register, contact Kedra Banning at [email protected]/ or click here.
  • The Urban League of Greater Atlanta’s Young Adult Reentry Program is a five-to-seven-week program, that empowers students to discover their career interests, values, and skills, while developing a roadmap (vision board) on the “How To” of reaching their goals. The YARP initiative aims to remove the barriers to education and training for the young adult (ages 18-24) reentry population through monetary incentives for reaching milestones, in addition to transportation, housing, employment assistance, and other supportive services.  Students develop interpersonal, soft, hard, and transferable skills so that they are successful in the pursuit of their career goals, which are accomplished through our workforce skills development training sessions and weekly motivational speakers. YARP participants that attain industry recognized credentials are matched and placed with employers in the respective career pathway with the goal of earning a livable wage. Click here to learn more.
  • The Urban League of Greater Atlanta’s YouthBuild Construction Plus (YBC+) Program provides free training and job placement via the career pathways approach in three major industry sectors: Healthcare (Nursing), Information Technology (IT), and the Building Trades (Construction). Free GED training and testing are also available to enrolled participants. YBC+ participants will receive industry-recognized certifications from industry leaders such as the Wellstar Health System, TechBridge, Georgia Building Trades Academy (GABTA), and GED credentialing via Atlanta Public Schools. YBC+’s target population is young adults ages 18-24 with an interest in a career in the 3 above named industry sectors and in need of a GED. To learn more, click here to register today for the Urban League’s Virtual Information Session, held every Monday at 3:00 PM. For more information, contact Tyrell Brown, Career and Employment Specialist, at 404-964-9980 or [email protected].
  • WorkSource Cobb has partnered with Chattahoochee Technical College, Construction Ready, Goodwill of North Georgia, Per Scholas, and TechBridge to provide Industry Specialized Trainings in high-demand fields.   Click here for a flyer.
  • WorkSource Cobb provides ESL, citizenship, and GED classes through its English Language Learners Initiative (ELLI).  Through ELLI, WorkSource Cobb also provides assistance with job search and new career development.  Click here for a flyer.
  • WorkSource Cobb provides No Cost Job Training for Cobb Residents to prepare for several high demand jobs, such as Insurance Management, CDL Basic Tractor Trailer Training, A+, Net+/PC Technician, General Construction, Certified Logistics Training, Project Management Professional, Certified Nursing Assistant/Patient Care Technician, and Medical Assistant.  Click here for a flyer. 
  • WorkSource Cobb has launched PowerUp! 2.0, a Plumbing Pre-Apprenticeship Program. This is no-cost training that connects individuals, ages 18-24, with an opportunity to earn a weekly wage while receiving on-the-job industry-recognized training and mentoring by licensed plumbers. Participants can also receive supportive services such as transportation and childcare. Click here for a flyer. Email [email protected] for more information.
  • WrightNow Solutions offers industry certification earning classes to help individuals reskill or upskill. Examples of offerings include Technology Certification classes, Life & Career Readiness workshops, Management & Leadership learning experiences, and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion workshops to help elevate careers and organizations. Click here to access the Course Catalog and more information. To learn more about group classes and pricing, contact WrightNow Solutions at [email protected]. 

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