WTNH – Jenn Brink. August 16, 2022

Nineteen job training programs will soon help Connecticut residents whose employment was impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, state officials and U.S. Labor Secretary Marty Walsh announced Tuesday.

The statewide and regional CareerConneCT programs will train and place more than 6,000 participants into high-quality, in-demand careers, Gov. Ned Lamont (D-Conn.) said. Training and supportive services will be available at no cost to eligible participants.

Potential job seekers will have the opportunity to enroll in a variety of sectors, including manufacturing, information technology, healthcare, infrastructure, and clean energy.

Each program will also include supportive services to promote successful completion of training and connection to employment, including childcare, transportation, and career advising.

VIEW: List of 19 job training programs participating in CareerConneCT

CareerConneCT is administered by the Connecticut Office of Workforce Strategy and supported by $70 million in American Rescue Plan Act funding.

To enroll in training programs or for more information on CareerConneCT, visit portal.ct.gov/careerconnect.

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