PUHI — With many local employers seeking to fill vacant positions, including thousands of critical health-care jobs throughout the state, the University of Hawai‘i Community Colleges are continuing to offer free, short-term trainings leading to industry credentials in the resilient sectors of health care, technology and the skilled trades, through the Hana Career Pathways program.
PUHI — With many local employers seeking to fill vacant positions, including thousands of critical health-care jobs throughout the state, the University of Hawai‘i Community Colleges are continuing to offer free, short-term trainings leading to industry credentials in the resilient sectors of health care, technology and the skilled trades, through the Hana Career Pathways program.
Applications for the fall trainings are now available through the Hana Career Pathways website, https://uhcc.hawaii.edu/reimagine/.
A variety of sessions of different durations offered from August through December include certified nurse aide in the health-care sector, IT certifications, and courses such as HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) and arborist certification in the skilled trades, all leading to potential employment and paid apprenticeship pathways.
“Employers are stepping up to collaborate with UH Community Colleges to fill important, good-paying jobs across the state,” said UH Vice President for Community Colleges Erika Lacro.
“We hope our Hawai‘i residents will seize this opportunity for free training, with hands-on experiences and support services, to gain employment in an exciting new field or to advance their careers.”
The Hana Career Pathways program prepares students to apply for registered apprenticeships and related degree programs, and connects students with work-based learning opportunities such as paid internships and guaranteed interviews with local employers.
More than $2 million in Hana Career Pathways funding from the U.S. Department of Education is available for tuition this year.
Eligible applicants receive tuition assistance for courses and other training costs such as books and industry certification exam fees.
The program is free for most eligible participants, since many of the trainings provide a 100% tuition subsidy to cover all costs. Wrap-around services are also offered to students, including college and career advising, referrals to community partners with supportive services, and other financial assistance.
Most of the training is done online, with some on-campus lab and practicum work required. Online registration is also required.
