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Free or Reduced Cost Training Programs

There are several pathways you can take to get the training for a great career. 

Registered Apprenticeship Programs

Earn while you learn. Start getting paid on day one while training for a career in fields like construction, healthcare, manufacturing, and more.

Become an Apprentice!


WIOA Eligible Training Provider Programs

Low-cost or no-cost training for Rhode Islanders. If you’re unemployed or underemployed, funding may cover approved programs on the Eligible Training Provider List (ETPL).

View Open Training Opportunities!


Real Jobs Rhode Island Training Programs

Free, employer-driven training with strong job placement.

  • Programs are created by partnerships of local employers and training providers

  • Free to participants

  • About 80% of graduates complete training and move into related jobs

Search for a currently recruiting training program in the industry of your choice below! To apply, contact the provider. 

Medical Assistant Training

Preparation to work in a variety of medical settings, rooming patients, performing diagnostic tests, taking medical histories, and more.

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The Medical Assistant training is for people who want to work with patients in a clinical setting. Program graduates can expect to begin careers as clinical medical assistants.

Ophthalmic Technician

The Community College of Rhode Island’s Division of Workforce Partnerships is pleased to offer a 120-hour Ophthalmic Technician training program.

Patient Support Specialist

CCRI is offering a FREE Patient Support Specialist Training. The training is for people who want to work with patients in a medical environment in a non-clinical position.

Pre-Apprenticeship Carpentry Training Program

Residential Construction Workforce Partnership's (RCWP) Carpentry Pre-Apprentice training program is a basic career training program for participants looking to enter or upskill in the residential construction industry.

Pre-Apprenticeship Electrical Training Program

Residential Construction Workforce Partnership's (RCWP) Electrical Pre-Apprentice training program is a basic electrical career training program for participants who are looking to enter the world of an electrician and want to be a better el

Free or Reduced Cost Training Programs