TRAINING & CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS
CULINARY
HOME HEALTH AIDE
CDL
HOSPITALITY
BANKING
PHILADELPHIA OIC
PHILADELPHIA OIC IS PARTNERED WITH BANKWORK$, A FREE VOCATIONAL TRAINING PROGRAM THAT TRAINS INNER-CITY ADULTS THE HARD AND SOFT SKILLS NEEDED TO START A CAREER IN BANKING. THE MODEL WAS DESIGNED TO FOCUS ON TELLER POSITIONS, AND HAS SINCE EXPANDED TO INCLUDE CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE AND PERSONAL BANKING POSITIONS, WHICH ARE IN HIGH DEMAND ACROSS MULTIPLE FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS.
LOCATION:
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1231 N. BROAD ST. PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19122
SCHEDULE: 3 DAYS A WEEK FOR 7 HOURS
DURATION: 8 WEEKS
DAYS: MONDAY - WEDNESDAY
HOURS: 9AM - 4PM
APPLICATION PROCESS:
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PHONE INTERVIEW
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PASS ASSESSMENT TEST
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IN-PERSON INTERVIEW
CONTACT INFORMATION:
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SHANTELLE FAISON
SFAISON@PHILAOIC.ORG 215 - 236 - 7700 X 350
PRICE: FREE
REQUIREMENTS:
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1+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE IN CUSTOMER SERVICE (CASHIER)
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DISCIPLINE TO STAY IN A JOB FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME (MORE THAN A FEW MONTHS)
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PASS CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK
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SS CARD AND STATE ID
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HS DIPLOMA
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UPDATED RESUME
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
DISTRICT 1199C
NURSE AIDES (CNAs) PROVIDE BASIC PATIENT CARE UNDER THE DIRECTION OF NURSING STAFF. THE TRAINING FUND'S NURSE AIDE TRAINING PROGRAM PROVIDES CLASSROOM INSTRUCTION, LABORATORY EXPERIENCE, CLINICAL TRAINING, AND CPR CERTIFICATION. GRADUATES ARE ELIGIBLE TO TAKE THE AMERICAN RED CROSS STATE COMPETENCY EXAMINATION AND TO BE PLACES ON THE PENNSYLVANIA NURSE AIDE REGISTRY. EMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE IS AVAILABLE AFTER COMPLETION!
LOCATION:
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1OO S. BROAD ST. PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19110
SCHEDULE: 4 DAYS A WEEK FOR 7 HOURS
DURATION: 2 MONTHS
DAYS: VARIES ON COHORT; WILL ALWAYS BE WEEKDAYS (M-F)
HOURS: 9AM - 4PM
APPLICATION PROCESS:
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CONTACT CAROL BLOOM FOR THE NEXT COHORT AND TAKE ASSESSMENT
CONTACT INFORMATION:
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CAROL BLOOM
CBLOOM@1199CTRAINING.ORG 856 - 812 - 4110
PRICE: FREE
REQUIREMENTS:
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PASS A PHYSICAL
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MUST BE CAREERLINK ELIGIBLE
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SS CARD
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HS DIPLOMA
CULINARY TRAINING PROGRAMS
DISTRICT 1199C
THERE IS A NATIONWIDE SHORTAGE OF COOKS AND ASSOCIATED ROLES. THE TRAINING FUND HAS PARTNERED WITH UNITE HERE (A UNION REPRESENTING HOTEL, GAMING, AND FOOD SERVICE WORKERS) TO OFFER THE PHILADELPHIA HOSPITALITY ACADEMY. AT THE END OF THIS FREE 120 HOUR TRAINING PROGRAM, STUDENTS WILL RECEIVE NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED CULINARY CREDENTIALS INCLUDING THE AMERICAN HOTEL & LODGING EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTE (AHLEI).
LOCATION:
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DISTRICT 1199C OFFICE: 1OO S. BROAD ST. PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19110
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TRAINING LOCATION: 2150 LEHIGH AVE. PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19132 (DOBBINS HIGH SCHOOL)
SCHEDULE: 4 DAYS A WEEK FOR 4 HOURS
DURATION: 120 HOURS
DAYS: MONDAY - THURSDAY
HOURS: VARIES EACH COHORT; WILL ALWAYS BE HELD DURING THE AFTERNOON (EX. 3PM - 7:00PM)
APPLICATION PROCESS:
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ATTEND AN INFORMATION SESSION INTERVIEW
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TAKE ASSESSMENT TEST
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INTERVIEW W/ ARAMARK
CONTACT INFORMATION:
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ERIKA SHEARLDS-HILL
EHILL@1199CTRAINING.ORG 215 - 568 - 2200 X 5415
PRICE: FREE
REQUIREMENTS:
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EAD
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PASS CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK
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SS CARD
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STATE ID
PHILADELPHIA OIC
DESIGNED TO PREPARE STUDENTS WITH BASIC KNOWLEDGE AND PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE, THIS COURSE HIGHLIGHTS FOOD PURCHASING, AND BANQUET AND MEAL PLANNING. THE CULINARY ARTS CURRICULUM COVERS THE PREPARATION AND TURNOUTS OF MEATS, POULTRY, AND FISH. TRAINING ALSO FOCUSES ON ISSUES OF PORTION CONTROL, FOOD COSTS AND CONTROL, AND PURCHASING SPECIFICATION. INSTRUCTION TAKES PLACE IN A FULLY EQUIPPED COMMERCIAL KITCHEN. CULINARY ARTS STUDENTS RECEIVE AN OPPORTUNITY TO TAKE THE SERVSAFE CERTIFICATION EXAM AT THE END OF THE COURSE.
LOCATION:
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1231 N. BROAD ST. PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19122
SCHEDULE: 5 DAYS A WEEK FOR 6 HOURS
DURATION: 16 WEEKS
DAYS: MONDAY - FRIDAY
HOURS: 8:30AM - 2:45PM
APPLICATION PROCESS:
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CONTACT IRENE COUNCIL GRANT FOR UPCOMING ENROLLMENT DATES
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PASS TABE ASSESSMENT
CONTACT INFORMATION:
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IRENE COUNCIL GRANT
ICOUNCIL@PHILAOIC.ORG 215 - 236 - 7700 X 325
PRICE: TUITION IS FREE, BUT STUDENTS HAVE TO BUY THEIR SUPPLIES
REQUIREMENTS:
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THREE WRITTEN REFERENCES
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STATE ID
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HS DIPLOMA
PHILABUNDANCE COMMUNITY KITCHEN
PCK IS A 14-WEEK CULINARY VOCATIONAL TRAINING PROGRAM WHICH HAS BEEN TRANSFORMING THE LIVES OF WOMEN AND MEN WITH LOW-TO-NO INCOME SINCE 2000. STUDENTS IN THE 500-HOUR PROGRAM WILL: EARN THEIR SERVSAFE CERTIFICATE, INTERN IN THE CULINARY INDUSTRY, AND PREPARE MEALS FOR THOSE IN NEED.
LOCATION:
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3616 S. GALLOWAY ST. PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19148
SCHEDULE: 5 DAYS A WEEK FOR 8 HOURS
DURATION: 14 WEEKS
DAYS: MONDAY - FRIDAY
HOURS: 7:45AM - 3:30PM
APPLICATION PROCESS:
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ATTEND AN OPEN HOUSE
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TAKE THE ASSESSMENT
CONTACT INFORMATION:
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JASON STERLING
PRICE: FREE
REQUIREMENTS:
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NEGATIVE TB TEST
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TWO RECOMMENDATION LETTERS
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PASS TABE TEST
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WRITING SAMPLE
FIRST AID & CPR
RED CROSS
THE FIRST AID/CPR/AED COURSE WILL PREPARE YOU TO RECOGNIZE AND CARE FOR A VARIETY OF FIRST AID, BREATHING, AND CARDIAC EMERGENCIES INVOLVING ADULTS, CHILDREN, AND INFANTS AND MEETS OSHA/WORKPLACE REQUIREMENTS. THIS IS A BLENDED LEARNING COURSE INCLUDING AN ONLINE PORTION AND AN INSTRUCTOR-LED CLASSROOM SKILL SESSION. THE ONLONE PORTION MUST BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO ATTENDING THE IN-CLASS PORTION. UPON SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF THIS COURSE YOU WILL RECEIVE A DIGITAL CERTIFICATE FOR ADULT AND PEDIATRIC FIRST AID/CPR/AED VALID FOR TWO YEARS.
LOCATION:
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23RD AND CHESTNUT ST. PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19103
DURATION: BETWEEN 2 - 6 HOURS
APPLICATION PROCESS:
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REGISTER ONLINE HERE:
PRICE: $70 - $106
RED CROSS (ONLINE ONLY)
THE ADULT CPR/AED ONLINE COURSE WILL PREPARE YOU TO RECOGNIZE AND CARE FOR BREATHING, AND CARDIAC EMERGENCIES INVOLVING ADULTS. THIS COURSE FEATURES AWARD WINNING SIMULATION LEARNING TAND AN INTERACTIVE EXPERIENCE WHERE YOU WILL RESPOND TO REAL-WORLD EMERGENCIES IN A VIRTUAL SETTING. THIS COURSE DOES NOT MEET OSHA REQUIREMENTS FOR WORKPLACE CERTIFICATION.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
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REGISTER ONLINE HERE:
PRICE: $35
CITYWIDE CPR
TEACHES ADULT AND CHILD CPR AND AED USE AND HOW TO RELIEVE CHOKING IN ADULTS AND CHILDREN. THIS COURSE TEACHES SKILLS WITH THE AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION'S RESEARCH-PROVEN PRACTICE-WHILE-WATCHING TECHNIQUE, WHICH ALLOWS FOR INSTRUCTORS TO OBSERVE THE STUDENTS, PROVIDE FEEDBACK, AND GUIDE THE STUDENTS' LEARNING OF SKILLS. THIS COURSE IS FOR PERSONAL OR WORK REASONS, NOT FOR HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS, NURSING, OR MEDICAL STUDENTS. *NOTE: THIS METHOD INVOLVES ONLINE + CLASSROOM LEARNING*
LOCATION:
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4100 PRESIDENTIAL BLVD. PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19131
DURATION: BETWEEN 3 - 5 HOURS
APPLICATION PROCESS:
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REGISTER ONLINE HERE:
PRICE: $90
CODE ONE
THE AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION HEARTSAVER CPR/AED AND FIRST AID CPR/AED COURSES TEACH: HOW TO RECOGNIZE AND TREAT CARDIAC ARREST AND CHOKING IN ADULT, CHILDREN, AND INFANTS AND HOW TO RECOGNIZE AND TREAT SUDDEN ILLNESS AND INJURY IN ADULTS, CHILDREN, AND INFANTS, RESPECTIVELY. PARTICIPANTS LEARN HOW TO PROVIDE CPR AND TO USE AN AUTOMATED EXTERNAL DEFIBRILLATOR.
LOCATION:
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100 S. BROAD ST, SUITE 1421, PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19110
DURATION: 2HOURS (CPR/AED ONLY); 5 HOURS (FIRST AID)
APPLICATION PROCESS:
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REGISTER ONLINE HERE:
PRICE: $90+
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF CPR AND FIRST AID
THIS COURSE TEACHES HOW TO RESPOND TO ADULT, CHILD, AND INFANT EMERGENCIES INCLUDING: CHOCKING, BURNS, BITES, STINGS, AND MORE.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
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REGISTER FOR AN ONLINE ACCOUNT WITH YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS HERE:
PRICE: COURSES ARE FREE; CERTIFICATE COSTS $14.99 TO DOWNLOAD AND/OR $20.00 TO MAIL
LEARN CPR ONLINE
OUR ADULT CPR COURSE COVERS THE SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED TO PERFORM CPR ON AN ADULT VICTIM. THE COURSE HAS BEEN WRITTEN TO FOLLOW THE 2015 RESUSCITATION GUIDELINES FOR ADULTS. TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE: CARDIAC ARREST IN ADULTS, CHAIN OF SURVIVAL, ASSESSING A COLLAPSED ADULT, PERFORMING CPR ON AN ADULT, AND REAL-LIFE EXAMPLE.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
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REGISTER FOR AN ONLINE ACCOUNT WITH YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS HERE:
PRICE: FREE
ELECTRICIAN TRAINING
ORLEANS TECH'S RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL ELECTRICITY STUDENT WILL BE ABLE TO DESIGN, INSTALL, TROUBLESHOOT, REPLACE, UPGRADE AND MAINTAIN ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT IN RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS PER REQUIREMENTS AND GUIDELINES MANDATED BY THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE. STUDENTS ARE INSTRUCTED IN THE IDENTIFICATION, CARE, AND PROPER USE OF ELECTRICAL TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT. THEY LEARN MATHEMATICS FOR USE IN THE ELECTRICAL TRADE. THEY ALSO STUDY BASIC THEORY, ELECTRICAL CONTROL SYSTEMS, AND SINGLE-PHASE AND MULTI-PHASE ELECTRICAL MOTORS. POWER SUPPLIES AND POWER DISTRIBUTION FOR COMMERCIAL ESTABLISHMENTS ARE TAUGHT.
LOCATION:
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2770 RED LION RD. PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19114
SCHEDULE: 5 DAYS A WEEK FOR 7 HOURS
DURATION: 6 MONTHS
DAYS: MONDAY - FRIDAY
HOURS: 7:45AM - 2:25PM
APPLICATION PROCESS:
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CONTACT DEBBIE BELLO FOR NEXT COHORT
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TAKE ASSESSMENT TEST
CONTACT INFORMATION:
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DEBBIE BELLO
PRICE: $16,512.00; FINANCIAL AID IS AVAILABLE THROUGH FAFSA
REQUIREMENTS:
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SOCIAL SECURITY CARD
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EDUCATION ASSESSMENT
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DRIVERS LICENSE
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HS DIPLOMA
ENERGY TRADE
ENERGY COORDINATING AGENCY
ECA OPENED THE KNIGHT GREEN JOBS TRAINING CENTER TO PREPARE UNEMPLOYED/UNDEREMPLOYED YOUNG PEOPLE, RETURNING CITIZENS, VETERANS, AND OLDER WORKERS LOOKING TO RE-TOOL THEIR SKILLS TO ENTER THE GROWING CLEAN ENERGY WORKFORCE. ECA OFFERS INDUSTRY-DRIVEN TRAINING THAT INCLUDES CLASSROOM THEORY, HANDS-ON TRAINING, AND FIELD EXPERIENCE. WE EQUIP OUR GRADUATED WITH PORTABLE AND STACKABLE CREDENTIALS RECOGNIZED NATIONWIDE, AND ARE COMMITTED TO DIVERSIFYING THE BUILDING AND ENERGY TRADES. OUR ENERGY AUDITOR AND SOLAR PV INSTALLER PROGRAMS ARE ACCREDITED BY THE INTERSTATE RENEWABLE ENERGY COUNCIL (IREC)
LOCATION:
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106 W CLEARFIELD ST. PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19133
PROGRAM: GREEN RENOVATION AND RETROFIT
SCHEDULE: 5 DAYS A WEEK FOR 6 HOURS
DURATION: 11 WEEKS
DAYS: MONDAY - FRIDAY
HOURS: 9AM - 3PM
PROGRAM: SOLAR PANEL PV INSTALLER
SCHEDULE: 5 DAYS A WEEK FOR 6.5 HOURS
DURATION: 6 WEEKS
DAYS: MONDAY - FRIDAY
HOURS: 9AM - 3:30PM
CONTACT INFORMATION:
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EVA ORTIZ
PRICE: FREE
REQUIREMENTS:
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PASS PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT
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MUST BE WIOA ELIGIBLE
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HS DIPLOMA
APPLICATION PROCESS:
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CONTACT EVA ORTIZ FOR THE NEXT COHORT
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BECOME WIOA REGISTERED WITH CAREERLINK
HOME HEALTH AIDE
DISTRICT 1199C
THE TRAINING FUND'S NURSE AIDE TRAINING PROGRAM PROVIDES CLASSROOM INSTRUCTION, LABORATORY EXPERIENCE, CLINICAL TRAINING, AND CPR CERTIFICATION. GRADUATES ARE ELIGIBLE TO TAKE THE AMERICAN RED CROSS STATE COMPETENCY EXAMINATION AND TO BE PLACES ON THE PENNSYLVANIA NURSE AIDE REGISTRY. STUDENTS WILL START WITH ESL CLASSES AND THEN BE TRANSITIONED TO HHA CLASSES. EMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE IS AVAILABLE AFTER GRADUATION. *NOTE: SS CARD IS NOT NEEDED TO TAKE CLASSES, BUT IS REQUIRED TO RECEIVE CERTIFICATE UPON COMPLETION; HOWEVER, DISTRICT 1199C WILL VERIFY SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF TRAINING WITH ANY EMPLOYER.*
LOCATION:
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1OO S. BROAD ST. PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19110
SCHEDULE: 4 DAYS A WEEK FOR 5 HOURS (HHA); 2 DAYS A WEEK FOR 3 HOURS (ESL)
DURATION: 3 MONTHS
DAYS: TUESDAY - FRIDAY (HHA); TUESDAY/THURSDAY (ESL)
HOURS: 11AM - 4PM (HHA); 9AM - 12PM (ESL)
APPLICATION PROCESS:
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CONTACT CAROL BLOOM FOR THE NEXT COHORT AND TAKE ASSESSMENT
CONTACT INFORMATION:
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CAROL BLOOM
CBLOOM@1199CTRAINING.ORG 856 - 812 - 4110
PRICE: FREE
REQUIREMENTS:
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MUST BE ENROLLED IN ESL
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SS CARD
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PA RESIDENT
CARPENTRY
ORLEANS TECHNICAL COLLEGE
YOU'LL LEARN CONSTRUCTION, INSTALLATION, AND RENOVATION SKILLS FOR AN ARRAY OF OPPORTUNITIES, WORKING WITH WOOD AND OTHER MATERIALS. STUDENTS EXPERIENCE BUILDING A HOUSE TO SCALE, STAIRCASE, AND DULL-SIZE DECK, AS WELL AS TACKLE FRAMING, DRYWALL, ROUGH AND FINE FINISHING, SIDING, SHINGLE ROOFING, AND DOOR AND WINDOW INSTALLATION.
LOCATION:
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2770 RED LION RD. PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19114
SCHEDULE: 5 DAYS A WEEK FOR 7 HOURS
DURATION: 6 MONTHS
DAYS: MONDAY - FRIDAY
HOURS: 7:45AM - 2:25PM
APPLICATION PROCESS:
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CONTACT DEBBIE BELLO FOR NEXT COHORT
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TAKE ASSESSMENT TEST
CONTACT INFORMATION:
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DEBBIE BELLO
PRICE: $15,754.00; FINANCIAL AID IS AVAILABLE THROUGH FAFSA
REQUIREMENTS:
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SOCIAL SECURITY CARD
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EDUCATION ASSESSMENT
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DRIVERS LICENSE
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HS DIPLOMA
Website: https://orleanstech.edu/our-programs/building-trades-training-programs/carpentry/
CDL
GOODWILL
GOODWILL'S COMMERCIAL DRIVERS LICENSE-CLASS B TRAINING PROGRAM WAS DESIGNED TO PU PARTICIPANTS ON THE ROAD TO SUCCESS IN A TOP DEMAND OCCUPATION. GRADUATES ATTAIN CLASS B DRIVER WITH PASSENGER, SCHOOL BUS, AND AIR BRAKE ENDORSEMENTS, MAKING THEM ELIGIBLE TO DRIVE SCHOOL BUSES, COMMERCIAL BUSES, LIMOS, AND DELIVERY TRUCKS. *PARTICIPANTS MUST WORK WITH THE BUS COMPANIES THAT HELP TRAIN FOR AT LEAST A YEAR*
LOCATION:
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4950 PARKSIDE AVE, UNIT B-2 PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19131
SCHEDULE: 5 DAYS A WEEK FOR 5 HOURS
DURATION: 12 WEEKS
DAYS: MONDAY - FRIDAY
HOURS: 9AM - 2PM
APPLICATION PROCESS:
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CONTACT MARY CUNNINGHAM FOR THE NEXT COHORT
CONTACT INFORMATION:
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MARY CUNNINGHAM
MCUNNINGHAM@GOODWILLNJ.ORG 856 - 466 - 4583
PRICE: FREE
REQUIREMENTS:
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PROOF OF ADDRESS
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BIRTH CERTIFICATE
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PA DRIVERS LICENSE WITH CLEAN DRIVING RECORD
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PASS CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK & DRUG TEST
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SS CARD
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CHILD ABUSE CLEARANCES
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PASS PHYSICAL
CONGRESO
THE CDL-A TRUCKING PROGRAM IS AN ACCELERATED 8-WEEK CREDENTIALING PROGRAM. WE SUPPORT CLIENTS WHO ARE LOOKING TO BECOME PROFESSIONAL CLASS A LONG-HAUL TRUCK DRIVERS OBTAIN THEIR TRUCKING LICENSE.
LOCATION:
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216 W. SOMERSET ST. PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19133 (APPLICATION & PERMIT CLASSES)
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50 POWHATAN AVE, ESSINGTON, PA 19029 (CDL CLASSES)
DURATION: 8 WEEKS
APPLICATION PROCESS:
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CONTACT CONGRESO FOR NEXT COHORT
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PASS PANEL INTERVIEW W/ CONGRESO & ALLSTATE
CONTACT INFORMATION:
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KIM CROMER
215 - 736 - 8870 X 7256
PRICE: FREE
REQUIREMENTS:
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21+ YEARS OLD
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ABILITY TO COMMUNICATE IN ENGLISH
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PASS MEDICAL & PHYSICAL EXAM
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PASS CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK
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MIN. 3 YEARS MOTOR VEHICLE REPORT OR CLEAN DRIVING RECORD OF 1 YEAR
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REPORT PREVIOUS WORK HISTORY
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MUST BE WIOA (CAREERLINK) CERTIFIED
BUILDING MAINTENANCE
ORLEANS TECHNICAL COLLEGE
ORLEANS TECH'S BUILDING MAINTENANCE PROGRAM TEACHES DIVERSIFIES SKILLS NEEDED TO MAINTAIN AND RENOVATE COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES. STUDENTS ARE TAUGHT BASIC SKILLS IN ELECTRICITY, CARPENTRY, PLUMBING, AND HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING MAINTENANCE. TRAINING ALSO INCLUDES PAINTING, PAPERING, AND TILING. STUDENTS AQUIRE SKILLS IN APPLIANCE REPAIR, AND THEY RECEIVE AN INTRODUCTION TO GREEN TECHNOLOGY AND ENERGY EFFICIENCY IN THE TRADES. STUDENTS ARE INSTRUCTED IN SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IN THE PERFORMANCE OF BUILDING MAINTENANCE TAKSS, WITH AN EMPHASIS ON THE PROPER USE OF HAND AND POWER TOOLS.
LOCATION:
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2770 RED LION RD. PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19114
SCHEDULE: 5 DAYS A WEEK FOR 7 HOURS
DURATION: 6 MONTHS
DAYS: MONDAY - FRIDAY
HOURS: 7:45AM - 2:25PM
APPLICATION PROCESS:
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CONTACT DEBBIE BELLO FOR NEXT COHORT
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TAKE ASSESSMENT TEST
CONTACT INFORMATION:
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DEBBIE BELLO
PRICE: $17,328.00; FINANCIAL AID IS AVAILABLE THROUGH FAFSA
REQUIREMENTS:
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SOCIAL SECURITY CARD
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EDUCATION ASSESSMENT
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DRIVERS LICENSE
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HS DIPLOMA
Website: https://orleanstech.edu/our-programs/building-trades-training-programs/building-maintenance/
HOSPITALITY
PHILADELPHIA OIC
THIS COURSE PROVIDES TECHNICAL SKILLS AND HANDS ON EXPERIENCE IN HOTEL GUEST ROOM CLEANING, ROOM INSPECTION, CLEANING CHEMICALS AND THEIR USE, AND TEAM AND GUEST RELATIONS. STUDENTS WHO PASS A FINAL EXAM RECEIVE A CERTIFICATE FROM THE AMERICAN HOTEL AND LODGING EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTE.
LOCATION:
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1231 N. BROAD ST. PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19122
SCHEDULE: 5 DAYS A WEEK FOR 6 HOURS
DURATION: 9 WEEKS
DAYS: MONDAY - FRIDAY
HOURS: 8:30AM - 2:45PM
APPLICATION PROCESS:
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CONTACT IRENE COUNCIL GRANT FOR UPCOMING ENROLLMENT DATES
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PASS TABE ASSESSMENT
CONTACT INFORMATION:
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IRENE COUNCIL GRANT
ICOUNCIL@PHILAOIC.ORG 215 - 236 - 7700 X 325
Website: https://www.philaoic.org/programs/hospitality-job-training
PRICE: $35 FOR MATERIALS; TUITION IS FREE
REQUIREMENTS:
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THREE WRITTEN REFERENCES
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STATE ID
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HS DIPLOMA
PLUMBING
ORLEANS TECHNICAL COLLEGE
ORLEANS TECH'S PLUMBING AND HEATING STUDENTS DESIGN AND BUILD A FULLY FUNCTIONAL BATHROOM CONSISTING OF TOILET, SINK, AND BATHTUB. WATER AND DRAINAGE LINES ARE INSTALLED, UTILIZING BOTH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER. HOT WATER HEATERS (ELECTRIC, GAS , AND OIL) ARE INSTALLED AND SERVICED. STUDENTS ARE INSTRUCTED IN THE INSTALLATION AND REPAIR OF FORCED HOT AIR HEATERS, RELATED DUCTWORK, AND HYDRONIC HEATERS WITH RADIATORS OR BASEBOARD UNITS. ALL TASK AND INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES ARE PERFORMED IN CONJUNCTION WITH CURRENT MUNICIPAL CODES.
LOCATION:
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2770 RED LION RD. PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19114
SCHEDULE: 5 DAYS A WEEK FOR 7 HOURS
DURATION: 6 MONTHS
DAYS: MONDAY - FRIDAY
HOURS: 7:45AM - 2:25PM
APPLICATION PROCESS:
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CONTACT DEBBIE BELLO FOR NEXT COHORT
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TAKE ASSESSMENT TEST
CONTACT INFORMATION:
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DEBBIE BELLO
PRICE: $15,595.00; FINANCIAL AID IS AVAILABLE THROUGH FAFSA
REQUIREMENTS:
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SOCIAL SECURITY CARD
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EDUCATION ASSESSMENT
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DRIVERS LICENSE
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HS DIPLOMA
Website: https://orleanstech.edu/our-programs/building-trades-training-programs/plumbing-and-heating/
INTERPRETING
GLOBAL ARENA 16-HOUR INTERPRETING PROGRAM
Available to bilingual speakers of English and another target language, this class is open to anyone regardless of their interpreting skill and experience. It is targeted for people who frequently work with non-English speakers. The course utilizes activitIes and practice time during each session. The course goes over topics such as the differences between bilingual speakers and trained interpreters, interpreting ethics, proper conduct for interpreters, boundaries in the workplace, best practices, industry basics and the dos and don'ts of interpreting. The course also covers how to work in a global pandemic using proper PPE and telephonic or video interpreting. Upon successful completion of the course and passing the final exam, participants will receive a certificate.
LOCATION AND CLASS SCHEDULE:
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Online via Zoom
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4 days a week, (Monday to Thursday)
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8:30AM to 12:30PM (4 hours)
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New classes begin once a month (towards the end of the month
APPLICATION PROCESS:
CONTACT INFORMATION:
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Donna Kmetz
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Global Arena US Headquarters
215-735-1055
PRICE: $160
REQUIREMENTS:
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Working laptop/computer and internet access
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Fluent in English and at least one other language
GLOBAL ARENA BRIDGING THE GAP MEDICAL INTERPRETING TRAINING
Global Arena is a Bridging the Gap Medical Interpreter Training Center. For over 20 years, Bridging the Gap has been preparing bilingual individuals to work as effective, competent, and professional medical interpreters. Bridging the Gap was developed by the Cross-Cultural Healthcare Program and is a pioneer in the field of medical interpreter training. This vast experience has made Bridging the Gap a pioneer in the field of medical interpreter training. The 40-hour training covers essential topics, such as interpreter roles and ethics, interpreting skills, medical terminology, the impact of culture, and an overview of the health care system. The content of the training is proprietary and is updated constantly to ensure its relevance.
LOCATION AND CLASS SCHEDULE:
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Online until April 2022
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Daily, 40 hours total
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8:00AM to 6:00PM
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Go to the Global Arena website for upcoming class sessions
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APPLICATION PROCESS:
CONTACT INFORMATION:
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Carles Pont
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Global Arena US Headquarters
215-735-1055
PRICE: $795
REQUIREMENTS:
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Participants must be 18 years or older
• All Participants must possess a HS Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
• Participants must be able to prove their language proficiency in English and a target language -
All participants will complete a language proficiency assessment for English and their target language. Participants are able to forego the language proficiency tests for their source or target language if they demonstrate proof of language proficiency.
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Participants who attempt the language proficiency test(s), but do not receive a passing score will be refunded the entire amount of the tuition except $50 for each language proficiency test taken.
ALTA LANGUAGES 40-HOUR MEDICAL INTERPRETING TRAINING
ALTA’s 40-hour certificate course is owned and created by ALTA Language Services, a proud member of the International Medical Interpreter’s Association and the National Council on Interpreting in Health Care. The 40-hour interpreter training course covers everything you need to know to get started as a medical interpreter, like the interpreter code of ethics and standards of practice, the basics of the human body systems, medical terminology, and more. Upon completion of the course, you’ll receive a Certificate of Qualification you can use to find work right away. Bonus: Your certificate also fulfills 3 of the requirements for applying to take the NBCMI or CCHI exams: it serves as proof of your initial interpreter training AND as proof of language proficiency for both English and your target language!
LOCATION AND CLASS SCHEDULE:
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Online, self paced for 16 weeks
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After enrolling, you get 16-weeks of 24/7 access to course modules and materials
APPLICATION PROCESS:
CONTACT INFORMATION:
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ALTA Languages
404-920-3862
PRICE: $650
REQUIREMENTS:
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Complete fluency in both English and in your target language(s)
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Comfort and ability navigating an online course