Education & Training
Questions? Call 248-858-5520 for help with education and training.
On-the-Job Training, Classroom Training, and Registered Apprenticeships are geared to help you secure the skills needed for a successful career.
Did you know?
Most job growth in Oakland County will be in the fields of Health Care, Information Technology and Advanced Manufacturing. Skilled Trades demand is among the highest in the nation. Find out ways to learn certain trades and decide what types of training will work best for you.
Certifications and licenses often can be obtained in less than a year. Many skilled trades can be learned through apprenticeships or short-term training. Tuition assistance also may be available. Some training programs even offer college credits. Vocational schools, career colleges and technical schools can save you money and time when compared to earning a two or four year degree.
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Free Tuition!
State Launches Michigan Reconnect Program Offering Free Tuition to Eligible Adults
The new Michigan Reconnect program provides eligible adults with the opportunity to earn a tuition-free associate degrees or skills certificates at their local, in-district community colleges or select private training schools.
The goal is to help people prepare for in-demand careers in manufacturing, construction, information technology, health care and business management. This program is directly aligned with Oakand80 program and its objective of having 80 percent of the adults in Oakland County obtain a post-secondary degree or credential by 2030.
Submit a Michigan Reconnect application
Training Program Calendar
Edu2B Tech Collaboration - Business Networking
Date:
04/16/2026 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM21000 W 10 Mile Rd
Buell Management Building
Southfield, Michigan 48075
Apr 16 from 8:30am to 11:30am
Lawrence Technological University, Buell Management Building
Join the discussion with higher education institutions, peers, and industry leaders in finding new ways to collaborate
EDUCATION-TO-BUSINESS TECH COLLABORATION EVENTS
Oakland County is hosting a series of events designed to connect business leaders with higher education institutions. The events will include presentations from local colleges or universities and a networking session for decision makers to build deeper ties and foster collaboration within the following industries:
- AI, IT and Computer Services
- Robotics Integration
- Research, Engineering & Design
WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND:
- Develop university/ college relationships
- Learn about accessing university/college resources
- Build contacts for collaboration, growing, and diversifying your business
Questions? Contact:
Greg Doyle, Administrator Business Retention & Growth
doyleg@/
BRG Focus (248) 858-2087
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