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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

Receive training, support services, and a stipend to start down the path to a rewarding career as a Medical Assistant! Participants learn online and get hands-on experience in this 22-week program.

Medical Technician Training Program

Newport Community School, in partnership with the ALALC program and Roger Williams Career Development/Generations, offers a state-approved Certified Medication Aide/Med Tech program.

Ophthalmic Technician 2025

The Ophthalmic Technician training is for people who want to work with patients in an ophthalmic (eye) practice or hospital ophthalmic setting.

Personal Choice PCA Training Program

The NEHCEU District 1199 Training & Upgrading Fund Partnership will address this essential need by recruiting both new participants to enhance the personal care aide workforce, as well as outreaching to those currently caring for loved o

Pre-Apprenticeship Program for Family Child Care

Family Child Care Pre-Apprenticeship is a program that aims to create training opportunities for individuals in order to increase the family child care workforce. Participants will be prepared to become licensed family child care providers.

Ready.Set.Work!

The Ready.Set.Work! program serves as a free, comprehensive job-readiness boot camp. Participants hone essential soft skills, engage with industry experts, craft polished resumes, and simulate real-world interviews.

Refugee Dream Center

The Refugee Dream Center provides workforce development training and wrap-around services to help refugees secure employment. Breaking Barriers cultural brokers offer support with coordination, translation, and transportation.

Free or Reduced Cost Training Programs