Healthcare Registered Apprenticeship Programs

Talent shortages and increasing skill demands have made it difficult to keep pace with growing demand. With these facts in mind, Macomb/St. Clair Michigan Works! and local Employers, Training Providers, and Sponsors are working toward registering 300 apprentices in the healthcare industry.

How are registered apprenticeships different from traditional medical training?

Traditionally, employers must wait for students to gain access to and graduate from training programs to hire and onboard them. Registered apprenticeship starts with Employers selecting candidates to hire, then sending those new staff members to a preferred training provider. Apprenticeship allows students to work in a healthcare setting, earning a wage while they attend classes.

Start Up Costs Exist For Any New Career Path

Michigan Works! offers support to eligible registered apprentices so that costs can be lowered or eliminated.

Cost Category

Example of Expenses

Pre-employment Training / Testing

Background Check, Drug Screen, Health History/Physical Exam

Related Technical Instruction

Class Tuition & Fees

Supportive Needs

Class Books & Materials, Certification Fees, Uniform, Shoes, Tools

On-the-Job Training

Time it takes to get hired, Paycheck delay

Partnerships

Training Providers

Employer Partners

Medical Assistant Pre-Apprenticeship Program

Macomb/St. Clair Michigan Works!, in partnership with Macomb Community College, is launching a pre-apprenticeship program designed to prepare individuals to enter and succeed in a medical assistant registered apprenticeship program. Classes teach foundational skills, and hands-on experience helps students learn about the occupation by trying it.

Upcoming Healthcare Events

Resume Workshop

This workshop provides essential guidance on crafting effective resumes, covering different types such as chronological, functional, and combination resumes. Participants will learn how to structure their resumes, identify key elements that make them stand out, and optimize for Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS). The workshop also covers how to tailor content,…
Wed, Jan 21, 2026 | 10:00 AM | Virtual
Wed, Jan 21, 2026 | 10:00 AM | In-Person
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Art of Interviewing Workshop

This workshop offers key tips on interview preparation and strategies to succeed. It covers how to avoid common disqualifiers, research effectively, handle different types of interviews, and use the STAR method for answering behavioral questions. Job seekers will also learn how to make a strong first impression and follow up…
Wed, Jan 28, 2026 | 10:00 AM | Virtual
Wed, Jan 28, 2026 | 10:00 AM | In-Person
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GoingPRO Talent Fund Info Session

The Going PRO Talent Fund is a competitive grant that helps Michigan employers train, develop, and retain their workforce. If you’re looking to upskill current employees or train new hires, this fund can help cover the cost. Join Macomb/St. Clair Michigan Works! for a one-hour information session to learn how…
Tue, Feb 24, 2026 | 9:00 AM | In-Person
Wed, Feb 25, 2026 | 1:00 PM | In-Person
Tue, Mar 3, 2026 | 1:00 PM | In-Person
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