Upcoming Virtual training program:
- Start Date: Please contact us to confirm.
The Job Training/Job Placement and Employment Counseling Program helps to increase the job readiness/employ-ability of low-to-moderate income individuals. Our clients will successfully navigate the current job market, gain and improve skills needed, and achieve financial stability through long-term sustainable employment.
As part of our employment/career coaching and program services, eligible Financial Opportunity Center (FOC) clients can apply for available vocational training programs that fit their career goal.
*There is a $150 program deposit fee and it will be refunded after obtaining your certification and employment in the field of training.
To be eligible for this program, you must have all of the following:
Before you can enroll, you must fulfill these requirements:
Interested in our program? Please register to attend our FOC orientation to learn the next steps!
*Prior to Vocational Training Program: Interested students must registerand attend our Financial Opportunity Center online orientation in order to be considered for classes.
Enrollment is first come, first serve. Seats are limited.
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.
Upcoming Virtual training program:
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
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:
Taylor Edmunds: tedmunds@ccchouston.org | (713) 271-6100 Ext. 130.
Nhi Truong
Financial Opportunity Center Director
ntruong@ccchouston.org
(713) 271-6100 Ext. 128
Hui Pan
Financial Coach
hpan@ccchouston.org
(713) 271-6100 Ext. 124