Free or Reduced Cost Training Programs

Open job trainings can be found online or through local career centers. Once you have found a training that interests you, you can contact a job coach or the provider to learn more.

Real Jobs RI Programs are run by partnerships consisting of employers and training providers and are completely free to participants. Approximately 80% of Real Jobs trainees successfully complete training and are placed into related employment.

WIOA Eligible Training Provider Programs (ETPL) are available to eligible underemployed Rhode Islanders at no cost or at a reduced cost. You will need to meet with a Job Coach either online or at a DLT Career Center to determine your eligibility for an Individual Training Account of up to $15,000 to cover the cost of the ETPL program you wish to enroll in.

Northern Rhode Island Career Academy

NRI Career Academy’s FREE 8-week Workforce Development Program delivers relevant industry skills training, job readiness training, resume writing, interviewing techniques, job search assistance, and case management to help you overcome any obstacles to success.

Connecting for Children and Families

719 Front Street, Woonsocket, RI 02885

On-Ramp to Direct Support Professional Career

Make a difference and start your career journey! Become a Direct Support Professional (DSP) and empower people with disabilities to live their best lives through their daily activities, both at home and in the community.

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Crossroads RI

160 Broad Street, Providence, RI 02903

OpenDoors Programming

OpenDoors empowers formerly incarcerated individuals to reintegrate into society through comprehensive support services and truck driving training. These services include:

OpenDoors

485 Plainfield St, Providence, RI 02909

Paramedic

The Paramedic program meets or exceeds all of the RI DOH and CoAemsp standards and guidelines . Paramedic is the highest level of EMS training. It is a nationally recognized program that includes: IV medication therapy, endotracheal intubation and Advanced Life Support skills.

American Safety Programs and Training

150 Niantic Avenue Providence, RI 02907

Paramedic Online

Paramedic is the highest level of EMS training. It is a nationally recognized program that includes: IV medication therapy, endotracheal intubation and Advanced Life Support skills. Upon successful completion of the program, you will be eligible to sit for the NREMT Paramedic certification exam. This class is self-paced online.

American Safety Programs and Training

Hybrid or Blended Program, 150 Niantic Avenue Providence, RI 02907

PCA Training

Our personalized Personal Care Attendant training caters to your individual learning pace. This ensures you comfortably absorb and demonstrate the necessary skills to excel in your role.

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Pharmacy Technician

Genesis Center administers training, support services, and a stipend to start down the path to a rewarding career as a Pharmacy Technician. Participants learn online and get hands-on experience in this 10-week program. Genesis Center works with local employers to help you get a job after graduation and is here to support you every step of the way.

Genesis Center

620 Potters Avenue, Providence, RI 02907

Phlebotomy

This program provides an introduction to the field of Phlebotomy, which prepares the student to obtain blood specimens in labs, physician’s offices and hospitals.

American Safety Programs and Training

150 Niantic Avenue Providence, RI 02907

Pipeline to Real Manufacturing Jobs

Real Jobs RI program: Launch your manufacturing career

Free college credits, in-demand skills, and job placement assistance

The Real Jobs RI program helps you launch a fulfilling career in Rhode Island's thriving manufacturing sector.

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Center for Southeast Asians

1111 Warwick Ave, Warwick, RI 02886

Professional Office Administration

The Professional Administrative Assistant Program is a certificate program specially designed to prepare students for a career as an administrative assistant.

Tailor-Made Training, LLC

All Rhode Island