Communities grow stronger when people find success through meaningful work. We offer vocational training, career preparation and employment support to returning citizens, veterans, SNAP recipients and recent high school graduates.
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The Vocational Training Center (VTC) provides trade-specific vocational training and case management to motivated job seekers. Our holistic approach to career readiness is offered under one roof to people previously experiencing barriers to success. Our goal is to equip each participant with job skills, life skills, and career opportunities.
VTC training and job placement programs include automotive maintenance, HVAC/R, and commercial driver’s license (CDL). Our centers in Baltimore and Charlotte prepare a combined 460 students for the workforce each year.
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Each program is available at both our Baltimore, MD and Charlotte, NC locations.
The automotive mechanics program is a 17-week course providing students with classroom theory and hands-on experience. Students will earn nationally recognized certifications in the auto industry.
The CDL program (Class B in Baltimore; Classes A and B in Charlotte) is a 17-week course providing students with classroom theory and hands-on experience. Students will earn nationally recognized Class B License.
The HVAC/R program is a 17-week course providing students with classroom theory and hands-on experience. Students will earn nationally recognized HVAC/R certification.
Supported by the entire VTC staff, program graduates enter the job force with confidence, focus, and resolve.
Graduates earn industry-recognized credentials in their chosen field.
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An intensive 17-week course that prepares participants for a successful career in automotive repair.
By combining hands-on experience, industry-recognized certifications, and a strong safety and technical skills foundation, graduates are well-equipped to meet the many challenges and opportunities in automotive repair.
Our practical skills program prepares graduates for the job market. Participants gain a diverse skill set that is highly valued by employers.
An intensive 17-week course that prepares participants for a successful career in commercial driving.
Focused on the CDL Class B license, this program offers a thorough curriculum that covers all aspects of commercial driving, from safety regulations to hands-on driving experience. The program is structured to help students not only pass the CDL Class B driving test but also to become competent, safety-conscious professional drivers.
This diversity of vehicle types translates to a variety of career paths, including:
By focusing on the CDL Class B license, the program prepares students for a broad spectrum of job opportunities, enhancing their employability in the commercial driving sector.
An intensive 17-week course that prepares participants for a successful career in HVAC/R. This intensive course equips participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to launch a successful career in HVAC/R, an industry that remains in high demand and is considered essential in our modern world. The program covers a wide range of topics, ensuring graduates are well-prepared for the challenges of the field.
Upon completion, participants earn the following accreditations / certifications:
If you or someone you know could benefit from our services, please contact us.
If you or someone you know could benefit from our services, please contact us.
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