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Trenton area community scholarship

This scholarship offers selected Trenton residents supplemental financial aid that can be used for tuition, books, fees and related program costs for non-healthcare programs.

Please email comed@mccc.edu to apply.

APPRENTICESHIP OPPORTUNITIES AT MERCER COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE, CENTER FOR CONTINUING STUDIES (CCS)

Registered Apprenticeship (RA) is a structured education and training program that takes place in the workplace and includes formal on-the-job (OJT) training and classroom-based, related technical instruction (RTI). An apprentice is a full-time, paid employee of the sponsoring organization from the start of the program. An apprenticeship generally includes at least 2,000 hours of OJT and a recommended 144 hours of related technical instruction (RTI).

An apprenticeship is not an internship, nor is it a short-term training program. Apprentices work full-time and are paid a wage that is typically at or above minimum wage regulations, but may begin below that of the incumbent (experienced) employee. As the apprentice hits milestones such as completing a certain number of program hours or demonstrating job competencies, his or her wages increase according to the agreement signed by the employer and the apprentice at the beginning of the program.

HEALTHCARE APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM

The New Jersey HealthWorks Scaling Apprenticeship Grant is helping to train and upskill thousands of workers for opportunities in New Jersey’s healthcare industry. Start a new career in healthcare, and prepare to earn a national credential, while getting real-life workplace experience as you earn while you learn!

  • Apprenticeships are all about learning while doing, as you gain knowledge and experience working alongside others in your industry.
  • You get a chance to put your skills into practice and gain more confidence in the working environment. 
  • As a healthcare apprentice, you will train and work full-time for a healthcare company, and receive salary and benefits.
  • An employee-mentor will offer you on-going support and guidance during your apprenticeship.
  • The New Jersey HealthWorks Grant covers the cost of your training!
  • You will get a jump-start on your healthcare career while earning nationally recognized industry credentials.

NJ HEALTHWORKS APPRENTICESHIPS CURRENTLY OFFERED AT MCCC:

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT)

Employers Interested In Hiring Our Apprentices Click Here

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
  • Must be a US citizen or hold a valid green card and SSN
  • Must communicate (speak and write) well in English

HOW TO ENROLL:

Click the link and complete the online NJ HealthWorks application

For more information about the NJ Healthworks Scaling Apprenticeship Grant, please contact Travis Rodgers, Program Coordinator at rodgerst@mccc.edu.

New Jersey HealthWorks Scaling Apprenticeship is sponsored by a $12 million dollar grant from the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (Federal Award ID. No. (FAIN): HG-33026-19-60-A-34). The US DOL grant includes additional match funds amounting to over $500,000 to support OJT and other employer assistance from the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development GAINS Project.

 

*Other Scholarships may be available, please complete the form below to see if you qualify!

https://forms.office.com/r/Ja06X8hfpN