Several healthcare-related or fitness career training programs offered by Monroe County Community College’s Office of Lifelong Learning are now eligible for scholarships and funding to cover most, if not all, of the cost of tuition. Students can gain the skills and knowledge needed to launch a well-paying, high-demand career in a matter of only eight – 15 weeks, depending on the program. These programs include: Dental Assisting, Pharmacy Technician, Clinical Medical Assistant, Sterile Processing Technician and Personal Fitness Trainer. All of these training sessions begin in March 2024.
Funding for tuition assistance for these career training programs is provided by the State of Michigan:
· The Michigan Reconnect Short-Term Training initiative provides up to $1,500 for a student, 21 years or older who is a state of Michigan resident for at least one year, graduated with a high school diploma or GED, and has not yet earned an associate or bachelor’s degree. For more information about MRSTT and to begin the funding application process visit www.michigan.gov/reconnect/short-term-training-program. More information about the eligible MCCC career training programs above is available at https://monroeccc.augusoft.net and enter the course name in the Search bar.
· The Michigan Achievement Skills Scholarship is specifically for students who graduated from high school or earned their GED in 2023, is a state of Michigan resident for at least one year, and has not yet earned an associate or bachelor’s degree. Students who qualify can receive up to $4,000 over two years to attend an eligible program. For more information about MASS and to apply for the scholarships visit https://www.michigan.gov/mistudentaid/programs/michigan-achievement-scholarship/career-training. For more information about the eligible MCCC career training programs above visit https://monroeccc.augusoft.net and enter the course name in the Search bar.
For more information about these or other Lifelong Learning career training and professional development courses offered through MCCC’s Office of Lifelong Learning and Workforce Development Office this winter and summer, visit www.monroeccc.augustsoft.net or call 734-384-4127.
About Monroe County Community College
Founded in 1964, Monroe County Community College is a public, two-year institution supported by tax monies from Monroe County, educational funds from the State of Michigan and student tuition. The college’s mission is to enrich and transform lives by providing opportunities and excellence in higher education. The Main Campus is located at 1555 South Raisinville Road, Monroe, Mich., 48161, with easy access to Toledo and Detroit. The Whitman Center is located at 7777 Lewis Ave.,Temperance, Mich., 48182, near the Ohio-Michigan Border. Detailed information about MCCC is available at www.monroeccc.edu.