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
Advanced Manufacturing Information Session - OCC
Date:
06/10/2026 6:00 PM - 8:00 PMJoin OCC to learn more about their CNC, EV Tech, and PLC & Robotic Tech job training programs!
Advanced manufacturing careers are in high demand across Michigan, creating strong opportunities for individuals seeking stable, high-growth career paths. Now is the perfect time to gain the skills employers are looking for! Join them and explore exciting career pathways in CNC machining, EV technology and PLC and Robotics.
Oakland Community College
2900 Featherstone
Auburn Hills, MI 48326
G Building, room 240 (park in lots 11 or 10)
Oakland Community College offers short-term, hands-on training at our Auburn Hills campus for:
In 14 weeks or less, these programs can provide the industry essential skills, knowledge, and certifications needed for entry level jobs in manufacturing.
During the in-person information session, you’ll learn about:
- Benefits of OCC’s short-term training programs
- Perspectives from an employer
- Potential funding through Oakland County Michigan Works! and application process
- Overview of the programs
- Tour of the labs
- Opportunity for Q & A
Take the first step to jumpstart a career with a bright outlook! Register for this in-person event happening Wednesday, June 10 at 6:00 p.m. Please use the entrance off of Squirrel Road.
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