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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

CVS Health Virtual Hiring Event – Pharmacy Technician

CVS Health is hosting a virtual hiring event for Pharmacy Technician positions at their Eastpointe location. This is a great opportunity to learn more about careers in healthcare and connect directly with members of the CVS Health hiring team. At the event, attendees will have the opportunity to speak one-on-one…
Wed, Feb 11, 2026 | 10:00 AM | Virtual
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Job Search Workshop

The Job Search workshop provides essential strategies for a successful job search, covering tips on resume preparation, networking, and utilizing social media. It explores popular job boards, including Pure Michigan Talent Connect, LinkedIn, and Indeed, while offering advice on following up with employers and handling the post-application process. Attendees will…
Wed, Feb 11, 2026 | 10:00 AM | Virtual
Wed, Feb 11, 2026 | 10:00 AM | In-Person
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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, Feb 18, 2026 | 10:00 AM | Virtual
Wed, Feb 18, 2026 | 10:00 AM | In-Person
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