Upcoming Virtual training program:
- Start Date: Please contact us to confirm.
About Vocational Training
What are Vocational Training Programs?
The Job Training/Job Placement and Employment Counseling Program is designed to enhance the job readiness and employability of low-to-moderate income individuals. Our clients will be equipped to successfully navigate the current job market, gain and improve essential skills, and achieve financial stability through long-term, sustainable employment.
As part of our employment and career coaching services, eligible Financial Opportunity Center (FOC) clients can apply for vocational training programs that align with their career goals.
*There is a $150 program deposit fee, which will be refunded after you obtain your certification and secure employment in the field of training.
Am I eligible?
To be eligible for this program, you must meet all of the following requirements:
- Valid driver’s license or state ID
- Social Security Card
- Proof of at least a high school education or GED
- Ability to legally work in the U.S.
Before you can enroll, you must complete these steps:
- Attend FOC Orientation
- Submit the Intake Form and Documents via JotForm (link provided after orientation)
- Complete TABE Testing
- Participate in an Application Interview
- Attend a Coaching Session
Interested in our program? Register to attend our FOC orientation and learn about the next steps!
Upcoming Training Programs
Get started on the path to a new career with CCC’s Vocational Training Programs!
Before enrolling in the Vocational Training Program, interested students must register and attend our Financial Opportunity Center online orientation to be considered for classes.
Enrollment is on a first-come, first-served basis. Seats are limited.
Current Class Offerings
Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
Do you have a passion for healthcare? This Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) training prepares you for entry-level work in the field of nursing. You will gain the knowledge and skills to safely care for residents/patients/clients, in all health care settings. The training provides a special focus on safety, the rights of all residents/patients/clients, and the ability to function within a CNA’s Scope of Practice. This tri-level course includes theory, skills lab, and clinical rotation in a Long Term Care Facility. After successful completion, you are eligible to take the State of Texas Certification Exam.
HVAC Technician
The air conditioning and heating technician (HVAC) training program is a comprehensive course designed to teach students the skills and techniques required for entry-level employment into the residential and light commercial, heating, ventilating, and air conditioning field. Upon completion of this program, students will be able to install, service, and maintain typical air conditioning and heating systems found in the southern environment of the United States. Graduates may find suitable entry-level employment with air conditioning companies, building maintenance departments, high rise building engineering departments, or other employment where HVAC skills are required. Graduates will learn with class lecture, discussion, and with hands-on experience in lab environments. They will also be exposed to a variety of actual equipment and mock-up situations designed to prepare them for fieldwork.
Upcoming training program
- Start Date: Please contact us to confirm.
- Course consists of 12 topics
Phlebotomy Technician
The Phlebotomy Technician training program prepares you for a career in the administration and management of blood draws for diagnosis, transfusion and research purposes. You will gain knowledge of the human anatomy and skills to properly perform and care for residents/patients/clients who are in need of blood draws. The training provides other essential functions such as customer service techniques and record keeping. The role as a phlebotomist in the medical field is essential in ensuring accurate blood samples in health testing. After successful completion, you will be eligible to take the certification exam through the National Healthcare Association.
Upcoming Virtual training program:
- Start Date: Please contact us to confirm.
To request more information, please contact:
Taylor Edmunds: tedmunds@ccchouston.org | (713) 271-6100 Ext. 130.
2025 Workshop Schedules
