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No matter where your career path leads, a certificate from NOCE will get you ready for success. Prepare for a career - not just another job.

• Online and in-person programs

• Short-term training to start work sooner

• Support for all learners: technology, job skills, tutoring, and disability support services

What You Can Expect at NOCE

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Free classes, flexible schedules, real support. Start now and take the next step for your family and your future.

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Why Study at NOCE

Career Skills for Real Jobs

Get the career certificate you need to succeed in high-demand industries. Earn a certificate in our tuition-free Career Technical Education (CTE) Program.

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Free Classes that Fit Your Life

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Administrative Professional Certificate

Get job-ready with practical admin lessons—manage info, assist clients, computer basics.

Bookkeeping Certificate

Gain hands-on experience in finance tools, record management, and ethical practices.

Braille Transcribing Certificate

Train for braille transcription and prepare for certification and public school roles.

Business Information Worker Certificate

Hands on training to learn practical office skills for roles like clerk, customer service, and sales.

Early Childhood Education Certificate

Prepare for a rewarding future in childcare—earn your certificate and make a difference.

"I was a physician in my home country of Syria. But, as a father of three, I made the difficult decision to leave my home and come to the United States for better opportunities. I enrolled in the Medical Assistant Certificate Program at NOCE so I can one day practice medicine again in the U.S."

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Electrical Technology Certificate

Get hands-on electrical training to power your career in homes and businesses.

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CTE Program Graduate, Medical Assistant Certificate Program

Earn a Certificate in 1 Semester with I-BEST

Train for a great job as a Personal Care Aid or Office Assistant!

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Learn job skills and improve your English

One class with 2 dedicated teachers

Just 12 hours a week — and NO tuition

Funeral Service Assistant Certificate

Turn your compassion into a career—earn a certificate today and explore paths to advance.

Google IT Support Professional Certificate

Complete the Google IT Support program and qualify for an online apprenticeship opportunity.

iOS Swift Programming

Take tuition-free Swift courses and learn to build iOS apps using the new programming language.

Management Certificate

Ready for that promotion? Learn how to supervise people and plan, speak, and write like a boss. 

Medical Assistant Certificate

Join a team to help doctors and nurses. This program prepares you to start a new career as a medical assistant. 

Personal Care Aide Certificate

Start a great career with this program. You’ll learn to help people perform their daily activities with dignity.

Electrical Technology Certificate

ESL Learning Centers help students practice English, get homework help, and join online classes.

Quality Assurance Management for Medical Devices

Love details and problem-solving? Prepare for a new, fast-paced career in the medical device industry. 

Pharmacy Technician Certificate

Learn to support and assist pharmacists and customers in a retail or hospital pharmacy. 

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Friday: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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