Job Training students are enrolled on a monthly basis and receive individual assistance from career coaches and professors to determine which training plan is best for them. Nearing completion of the program, we make sure these students receive job placement assistance.
Steps to Apply
If this is your academic and career plan, you are considering one of the following Job Training programs:
- Automotive Technician
- Computer Support Technician
- Construction Electrician
- Introduction to Construction
- Machinist/CNC Technician
- Residential Construction
- Welding/Fabrication Technician
Step 1
- Complete a Grand Rapids Community College Application.
- Application Type: Job Training
Step 2
Complete WorkKeys Assessment Pre-Requisite*
*You must have already applied to a Job Training Program in order to schedule a WorkKeys Assessment appointment.
Schedule WorkKeys testing
You may schedule an appointment by calling (616) 234-3800. Students graduating from a Michigan high school since 2010 may have completed WorkKeys assessments. You can submit a copy of your results to training@grcc.edu, fax to (616) 234-4435 or mail to 622 Godfrey Ave., SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503.
If you believe you have previously taken the WorkKeys assessments, you can request a copy of your results from ACT by calling (800) 967-5539
Step 3
GRCC accepts cash, check, financial aid, third party funding or credit/debit card. Three month payment plans are also available. Tuition is due 30 days prior to the course start date.
The Job Training Programs at GRCC are Federal Financial Aid Eligible. To apply for Federal Student Aid & Federal Direct Student Loans: http://grcc.edu/financialaidscholarships/applyingforfinancialaid
Steps to enroll in classes
Step 1
Create an Online Center Account at www.grcc.edu/loginrequest
Step 2
Enroll in Class
Term: 2020-2021 Job Training/Apprentice
Step 3
Attend New Student Orientation – instructions will be sent via email after you are enrolled in a course.