workNet DuPage offers free job training, virtual career coaching
DuPage County residents are invited to take advantage of free job training opportunities with workNet DuPage. Remote classes available.
workNet DuPage Career Center would like to remind residents of available free job training for laid-off or furloughed workers and individuals facing economic hardship.
Job training programs provide DuPage County residents with the skills they need to land new employment opportunities in high-growth fields.
The center continues to hold "From Layoff to Launch" informational webinars for laid-off and furloughed workers at 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays. The next webinars will be Jan. 5, 12, 19 and 26. To sign up, visit www.worknetdupage.org/launch/.
Eligible individuals can select training programs in information technology, health care, digital marketing, trucking, manufacturing, and other fields to earn industry-recognized credentials at no cost to themselves. The cost of training is covered by federally funded grants of up to $10,000 per person. Many programs currently offer remote learning opportunities. Individuals collecting unemployment insurance can continue to do so while attending training.
workNet DuPage participants attend professional development programs and attain new certifications within a matter of months or even a few weeks.
In information technology, popular certifications include CompTIA, Cisco, Microsoft, cloud-based technology, big data, Java, .Net, Agile, e-commerce, PMP, Business Analysis, and more.
In health care, options include phlebotomy, EKG technician, patient care technician, certified nursing assistant, medical assistant, surgical technologist, emergency medical tech, licensed practical nurse, or registered nurse
In transportation, distribution and logistics, popular certifications include commercial driver's license, ASE-certified automotive technology programs, and supply chain management
In manufacturing, certifications include Computer Numerical Control (CNC); Swiss CNC; welding; industrial maintenance technician; and quality control.
The center also provides virtual career coaching services to clients pursuing training programs, including one-on-one mock interviews, resume reviews, and group workshops. Additionally, participants have access to supportive services such as rent assistance (including immediate back rent support).
workNet DuPage is currently accepting applicants. Interested residents should email unlock@worknetdupage.org or call (630) 955-2030.
Learn more at www.worknetdupage.org/unlock.
workNet DuPage Career Center is funded through the federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and serves jobseekers and businesses in DuPage County. Its mission is to ensure that DuPage County businesses have access to a skilled workforce and jobseekers have access to meaningful employment.
As the official workforce development agency for DuPage County, workNet DuPage provides job training and supportive services critical to our community's economic recovery from the impact of COVID-19. Their goal is to help community members retool and become reemployed as quickly as possible. For more information, visit www.worknetdupage.org.
If you are out-of-work or underemployed, complete the "Get Started" button on the website to advance your career today.