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*Status of Training Programs in Relation to COVID-19*

Training can provide you with the education and experience you need to land a job or advance within your career. We use industry research to design our training programs to ensure that the skills you learn are the skills employers need.

We offer training programs for in-demand occupations across sectors at different locations throughout the city. To take part in one of our training programs or qualify for an Individual Training Grant (ITG), you must meet the following qualifications:

• Be at least 18 years or older
• Be a New York City resident
• Be legally able to work in the United States
• Meet all federal selective service requirements
• If employed, earn less than $63,925 per year

Please note that each training program may require additional qualifications.

Status of Training Programs in Relation to COVID-19

In response to the state of emergency declared in New York City due to the novel (new) coronavirus, known as COVID-19, the NYC Department of Small Business Services has worked diligently to ensure that all trainings are tailored to both meet the training and safety needs of our participants. Here is an updated list of the status of all trainings (updated 11/2/20).

Currently Recruiting Qualified Candidates Remotely

• Cable Installation
• Commercial Driver Training
• NYC Building Operator Training

Temporarily Postponed Training Programs

• Apprentice NYC: CNC Machinists
• NYC °CoolRoofs

Currently Training Remotely

• Cable Installation
• Commercial Driver Training
• Made in NY Post Production Training
• Bilingual Medical Assistant Training
• Medical Billing
• NYC Building Operator Training
• NYC Web Development Fellowship at Flatiron School
• NYC Web Development Fellowship at Fullstack Academy

For any immediate questions or concerns, please email training-02@sbs.nyc.gov or call 646-832-7304.