Career Pathways Training Program
The Career Pathways Training (CPT) program supports and empowers New Yorkers by providing accessible, high-quality training and educational opportunities at no cost. We’re committed to ensuring that all participants, regardless of background or financial circumstances, have the tools, knowledge and resources necessary to pursue fulfilling careers in healthcare.
Covers all tuition, training, books, materials and administrative fees
Individual case management, tutoring, test preparation and career counseling
Participants who are already working in the healthcare industry may be eligible for up to two days per week of paid release time to attend classes
Upon completion of the program, all participants will receive assistance in securing a full-time position with family-sustaining wages.
Still curious about what this program entails? We’ve got you covered. From filling out the initial interest form all the way to post-program job placement assistance, we want you to feel prepared and confident in each step of this journey–and rest assured we’ll be there to support you along the way. Learn more about what to expect.
The state and federal governments, along with the Training and Employment Funds, the union, other union members, and your employers, are making a significant investment in your education. In the thirteen Career Pathways Training Program occupations, you will receive fully paid tuition and books without any out-of-pocket expenses. You may also receive paid release time. This investment in your future is also an investment to build the New York State healthcare workforce in occupations for which there is currently a staffing shortage. Your commitment is to work in New York State in the occupation for which you are receiving generous tuition assistance and support services.
No, you may change employers as long as all employers during the three-year commitment period are located in New York State and 30% of their patient population receives Medicaid and/or is uninsured.
You can participate in the CPT program if you currently work for a New York State healthcare employer, regardless of where you live. To participate, you must either work or live in New York State.
Career Pathways Training Program
