Career Education & Training Center
Get the Skills Needed for Today and Credentials to Build your Future! ↘
At the YWCA National Capital Area, we want you to succeed. Our classes and programs are here to meet your educational and workforce goals. From digital literacy education, in-person and distance learning classes, Hospitality and Administrative Support Service certificate programs and other educational opportunities, we invite you to learn and grow your skills with us!
Our Career Education & Training Center
Overview:
The Career Education & Training Center (CETC) is a licensed, non-degree granting institution with the District of Columbia Higher Education Licensure Commission.
Our Integrated Education & Training program combines adult education, work readiness skills and industry-specific training, along with case management services to assist adult learners in gaining marketable skills that will lead to sustainable careers and encourage self-sufficiency over time. Our services include: Individualized Career Planning.
CLASS OFFERINGS
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Services are open to DC residents ages 18+ (MD residents may apply as seats are available)
Certification Courses – Hospitality*, Home Health Aide*, and *Certified Nursing Assistant (Includes Soft Skills for the Workplace, Career Support: Navigation and Planning (assistance with resume, interview, job application, etc. and Digital Skills)
Entrepreneurship Training – YWomen Start It Up!
Positive Transitions to Economic Empowerment (English Language Skills) - virtual English language learning skills program offering a platform for learning and additional supports needed to assist reaching English language skills goals.
Workshops – Digital Literacy, Work Readiness, Financial Literacy, and more…
*Must be receiving SNAP w/out TANF benefits and meet minimum requirements to attend this course.
Other Career Services & Workforce Development Opportunities
Literacy & Skills Assessments
Career exploration assistance
Referrals to support programs,
Résumé & Cover letter preparation,
Interview Preparation
Case Management support
Workshops to enhance job seeking skills and work readiness.
Transportation assistance*
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Course Offerings
We have a course for you! Explore courses offered at the YWCA National Capital Area’s Career Education & Training Center
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Y Workshops
The YWCA NCA is excited to offer a variety of skill building, in-person workshops for those seeking to enhance their resume, refresh professional skills, or build skills needed to enter or advance in the workforce.
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Support to Succeed
We offer a variety of support services to help you reach your employment, personal and professional goals.
Case Management
Career Counseling
One-on-One Virtual Tutoring
Transportation Assistance