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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

Race to Talent

Join us for an interactive event focused on registered apprenticeship programs, with a discussion centered on return on investment and staff retention. Many employers are asking the same questions—how to balance the time commitment, how to support employees through training, and how to make these investments worthwhile. This session will…
Tue, Jun 23, 2026 | 8:00 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, Jun 24, 2026 | 10:00 AM | Virtual
Wed, Jun 24, 2026 | 10:00 AM | In-Person
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AI Workshop for Job Seekers

Curious about how artificial intelligence can support your job search? This 3.5-hour hands-on workshop will help you build confidence using AI tools to explore careers, strengthen your resume, and prepare for interviews. Important Registration Information: This workshop is presented in partnership with Macomb Community College (MCC). To participate, you must…
Tue, Jul 7, 2026 | 8:30 AM | In-Person
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