TRADE SCHOOLS.There are a multitude of different pathways to entering the trades. Below are a few options available that helps bypass the 4-year degree that involves technical school, community college, a registered apprenticeship program, or an industry training program.
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TRADE SCHOOLS.
COSMETOLOGYCosmetology is large field of work that consists of hair, skin, and nail care. Careers vary between hair stylist, massage therapist., and makeup artist.
Douglas J Aveda This institute offers classes in cosmetology and esthiology. 1,500 hour program to learn the skills in haircutting, styling, skincare, and nail care. 600 hour program to skin care, body waxing, facials, and make up application. Paul Mitchell the School 1,500 hour program to learn the skills to cut, color, and texture. Empire Beauty School 1,500 hour program in cosmetology, hair cutting, design, color, texture, basic skin care. Mosely School of Cosmetology Programs include cosmetology, esthetician, nail technician, and certification in eyelash extension and brown tint. HEALTHCARE
Ross Medical Education Center
Nursing assistant (2-4 weeks), dental assistant 36 weeks, medical assistant 30 - 36 weeks Grand Rapids Community College - Dental Assisting The 10 month program provide the credits necessary for eligibility for Registered Dental Hygiene licensure and Registered Dental Assisting licensure. Grand Rapids Community College - Healthcare Training programs include Certified Nurse Aid, Community Health Worker, Direct Care Professional, Medical Assistant, Pharmacy Technician, & Phlebotomy Skills PES Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) Training Training to become a certified CNA. Virtual options available. Blue Heron Academy of Healing Arts & Sciences Programs include Medical Massage Therapy, Holistic Health Practitioner, Phlebotomy Technician, Personal Fitness Trainer, Clinical Nutrition, Herbal Medicine, Diet-Weight Management, and Acupressure & Massage. Center for Medical Training The 77 hour nurse aide training course consists of online training, clinical capability demonstrations, and on-site clinical experience in a long term care setting. At the end of training students will be registered to take their nurse aide certifications exam. Dorsey College Programs include training for careers as a Medical Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician, Medical Administration and Billing, Paramedic, and Sterile Processing Technician. Flat River Medical The Nursing Assistant Training program offers CNA training, state test preparation and state testing. Versiti Phlebotomy School The phlebotomy nursing program offers certificates and on-the-job paid training to those who qualify. Emergency Medical Technician The course prepares students to pass the NREMT certification exams to work as an entry-level EMT. |
CONSTRUCTION, WELDING, ETC.Careers in construction vary from welding, pipefitting, electrician, carpentry, and the list goes on.
Grand Rapids Community College - Welding Earn a one-year Welding certificate and enhance your welding skills. West Michigan Construction Institute Take courses in carpentry, concrete, plumbing, sprinkler fitting, and exterior envelope. Harmel Academy of the Trades A residential, Catholic, one or two-year skilled trades program. TRANSPORTATIONWest Michigan CDL
3 week course to become a commercial truck driver. FCG Truck Driver Training School A variety of course options to earn your commercial drivers license. A&B CDL Inc A 4-week truck driving school that provides hands-on and classroom training for careers in the transportation industry. STAR Driver Training Earn your commercial driver's license and learn how to safely and professionally handle a semi tractor trailer, straight truck, school bus, and passenger bus. OtherCulinary
Secchia Institute for Culinary Education The program allows you to enter the workforce or to continue studies towards an associates degree. IT ONLC Training Centers Provides professional Training Classes for IT and to earn certifications for a variety of softwares. Aviation & Hospitality The Travel Academy A 10 - 30 week online program to learn in the ins and outs to become a flight attendant. Air Traffic Technical Training |