Education and Training

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    Do you have the training you need to reach your career goals? What are the educational requirements for the jobs you are interested in? 

    There are hundreds of education and training options throughout Minnesota for you to consider if you need credentials or a degree for a position.

    CareerForce can help you consider your options and connect you with free education and training opportunities, if you are eligible.

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    Upcoming Training Programs

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    Construction Training

    HIGH-WAGE, IN DEMAND! Get started with 12 weeks of hands-on training that includes pay and job placement assistance!
    Jun 29 - Sep 18, 2026
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    Dietary Aide Training

    6 week training program for New Americans that will prepare students to take the Serve Safe Food handlers exam and work in food service
    Jun 29 - Aug 07, 2026
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    IT Support Training Program

    Avivo's IT Support Training Program is a technical skills training that includes computer repair, troubleshooting, and utilizing Microsoft Office 2019 Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Google applications.
    Jun 30 - Oct 30, 2026
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    Office Support Specialist Training Program

    The Office Support Specialist program focuses on core digital literacy, technical skills, job seeking skills, and other related items for workplace success.
    Jul 06 - Oct 02, 2026
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    YouthBuild- Automotive, GED, Construction

    Earn while you learn!  Join YouthBuild and get your High School Diploma or GED while gaining leadership skills and hands-on training.
    Jul 06 - Dec 11, 2026
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    Workplace Success Strategies

    The Workplace Success Strategies course covers a variety of both technical and soft skills to prepare students for their career goals.
    Jul 06 - 31, 2026
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    Union Boilermaker Training Program

    Skill Training: Boilermaker Pre-Apprenticeship Training at Anoka Technical College. Includes hands-on instruction in welding, cutting, fabrication, and industry safety, and Work Readiness.
    Jul 06 - 30, 2026
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    Sterile Processing Technician Pathway

    This free training program prepares participants for roles in critical behind-the-scenes roles in healthcare settings, learning how to work in sterile processing environments.
    Jul 06 - Sep 10, 2026
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    Retail Customer Service Training

    6 week training for New Americans that will prepare them to work in retail customer service roles.
    Jul 06 - Aug 14, 2026
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    CompTIA IT Fundamentals

    IT Fundamentals at American Indian OIC introduces students to basic information technology concepts, including hardware, software, networking, and cybersecurity, while preparing them for the CompTIA IT Fundamentals (ITF+) credential.
    Jul 07 - Aug 20, 2026
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    Medical Office Administration

    This 3-month program will train you for a range of entry-level positions in high-demand field of healthcare administration. You will be prepared for jobs working in patient registration, insurance verification, electronic health records, and HIPAA.
    Jul 07 - Oct 22, 2026
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    Phlebotomy

    The Phlebotomy program at American Indian OIC offers hands-on training in blood collection, safety, and patient care to prepare students for healthcare careers.
    Jul 07 - Oct 22, 2026
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