Our job and career training program helps students with the job training, computer skills, math, and literacy skills needed to get jobs that pay well and match what employers are looking for. We provide different levels of training and programming to meet the needs of our students.
We offer programs in:
- Workplace Readiness
- Manufacturing
- Food Service and Preparation
- Personal Care Assistant
- Trades Apprenticeships
- Entrepreneurship (new)
Upcoming 2026 Programs
GREENSBORO
ADVANCED MANUFACTURING – Next classes starting Early 2026 In Greensboro, SIGN UP NOW! This program for native English speakers will feature classroom study of Advanced Manufacturing, hands-on training at Forge Greensboro, forklift training and certification at GTCC, soft skills training, and manufacturing company site visits! This program will be Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 9:00 am – noon (and one weekend of forklift training). We will be providing childcare for all classroom days.
Reach out to Katie Coleman at kcoleman@readingconnections.
Students can apply early using this Advanced Manufacturing Application Link.
ENGLISH FOR PERSONAL CARE ASSISTANT – Next classes starting Early 2026 In Greensboro, SIGN UP NOW! This ESOL program will provide students with English language learning while studying a career in Personal Case Assisting. Students will have an opportunity for hands-on training with our partner Caring Hands Home Health. This program will be Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 9:00 am – noon. Childcare will be provided for all classroom days.
Reach out to Erik Hill at ehill@readingconnections.
Students can apply early using this Personal Care Assistant Application Link.
ENGLISH FOR FOOD SERVICE AND PREPARATION – Next classes starting Early 2026 In Greensboro, SIGN UP NOW! In this ESOL course, intermediate and advanced English language learners will have the opportunity to work on their language skills during training in the teaching kitchen at the Muirs Chapel United Methodist Church. Students will have an opportunity to earn a ServSafe Manager Certification! Classes will be Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday 9:00 am – noon. We will be providing childcare for all classroom days.
Reach out to Erik Hill at ehill@readingconnections.
Students can apply early using the Food Service and Preparation Application Link.
SHE BUILT THIS CITY – Next classes starting Early 2026 In Greensboro, SIGN UP NOW! This 10-week “Tour of the Trades” program offers women the chance to explore electrical, carpentry, plumbing, painting, and more. Alongside hands-on experience, we provide related instruction in English language learning, construction math, and essential soft skills. Upon completion, women are assisted in securing construction-related employment or paid apprenticeships in the field of their interest.
Reach out to Katie Coleman at kcoleman@readingconnections.
Students can apply early using the She Built This City Application Link.
U.S. ENTREPRENEURSHIP – Next classes starting Fall 2026 In Greensboro, SIGN UP NOW! Designed specifically for non-native English speakers, this 10-week, 90-hour course focuses on the tools, strategies, and resources needed to successfully launch and manage a business in the U.S. Students will need to qualify through a standardized reading comprehension exam. At the end of the program, participants will take the U.S. Entrepreneurship Certification Exam, marking a major milestone toward becoming a certified entrepreneur. Classes will be Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Reach out to Katie Coleman at kcoleman@readingconnections.
Students can apply early using the Entrepreneurship Training Program Application Link.
HIGH POINT
ADVANCED MANUFACTURING – Next classes starting Early 2026 In HIGH POINT. SIGN UP NOW! This program for native English speakers will feature classroom study of Advanced Manufacturing at the High Point Library, hands-on training provided by Forge Greensboro at Cohab Space, forklift training and certification at GTCC, soft skills training, and manufacturing company site visits! This program will be Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 9:00 am – noon (and one weekend of forklift training). Limited offsite childcare is available.
Reach out to Katie Coleman at kcoleman@readingconnections.
Students can apply early using this Advanced Manufacturing Application Link.
ENGLISH FOR FOOD SERVICE AND PREPARATION – Next classes starting Early 2026 In HIGH POINT. SIGN UP NOW! In this ESOL course, intermediate and advanced English language learners will have the opportunity to work on their language skills during training in the teaching kitchen at the YWCA High Point. Students will have an opportunity to earn a ServSafe Manager Certification! Classes will be Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 9:00 am – noon. Limited offsite childcare is available.
Reach out to Erik Hill at ehill@readingconnections.
Students can apply early using the Food Service and Preparation Application Link.
ENGLISH FOR PERSONAL CARE ASSISTANT – Next classes starting Early 2026 In HIGH POINT. SIGN UP NOW! This ESOL program will provide students with English language learning while studying a career in Personal Case Assisting. Students will have an opportunity for hands-on training with our partner Caring Hands Home Health. This program will be Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 9:00 am – noon. Childcare will be provided for all classroom days.
Reach out to Erik Hill at ehill@readingconnections.
Students can apply early using this Personal Care Assistant Application Link.