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Skills to Work

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Skills to Work

Connect to Your Opportunity

More than 75% of all Michigan jobs will soon require at least some education beyond high school. Whether you’re a seasoned professional who’s looking for a better job or you’re just starting out in the workforce, now is the right time to explore new possibilities.

Accelerate your degree

Your experience matters, and it could help you earn college credits for free! Visit modernstates.org to explore free online classes that prepare you to take and pass the College Level Examination Program (CLEP) tests.


Earn an associate or a bachelor's degree

If you’ve always wondered what if, now might be the time to enroll in an associate or bachelor’s degree program. Whether you’re a first time student or you’re returning to finish something you started, connect with an institution near you and consider what’s next.


Learn New Skills Now

Community colleges across the state are offering industry-recognized certificate programs online for in-demand careers. Explore your options and enroll now to prepare for your next career.


Job Readiness Resources

Ready to get back to work but need some help preparing yourself? Here are resources to assist you.

Industry/Job Specific Resources

Think you know the area you would like to work in? Explore specific industries and jobs within them.

Resources to Support Specific Individuals

Are you a Veteran? Do you have a disability? Need to complete your high school equivalency? This information will connect you to the right resources.

MiTalent.org

Pure Michigan Talent Connect is your launch pad for new jobs, careers and talent.

Pathfinder

Explore careers, schools and programs in Michigan to find the path that is right for you.

Michigan Reconnect logo

Michigan Reconnect will help pay the costs of tuition or training for eligible adults who want to pursue an associate degree or skills certificate at their in-district community college.

Michigan.gov/Reconnect

Affordable Child Care for Michigan Families

One of the biggest barriers for people seeking to rejoin the workforce is the cost of child care — resulting in more and more parents being left out of the work force. MI Tri-Share was created to change all that.
Learn more about MI Tri-Share

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