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Massachusetts Workforce Skills Development

Massachusetts Workforce Skills Development

State :                    Massachusetts

Population :           7,035,128

Main Cities :          Boston, Worcester, Springfield, Cambridge

The economy of Massachusetts is built on strong sectors that include Higher Education, Finance, Information Technology,Biotechnology,Manufacturing, Healthcare and Tourism. The states economy is strong, thanks in large part to its booming high-tech industry, educated population and stable sectors such as Agriculture, Trade and Fishing. In recent years Tourism has played a more important role in the States economy with Boston and Cape Cod being the leading destinations. Massachusetts is the sixth most popular destination for international travelers. 

The following list of free online courses have been identified by the Alison US Workforce Team as particularly suited for skills development in the state.

Massachusetts Workforce Skills Development

Massachusetts Workforce Skills Development

State :                    Massachusetts

Population :           7,035,128

Main Cities :          Boston, Worcester, Springfield, Cambridge

The economy of Massachusetts is built on strong sectors that include Higher Education, Finance, Information Technology,Biotechnology,Manufacturing, Healthcare and Tourism. The states economy is strong, thanks in large part to its booming high-tech industry, educated population and stable sectors such as Agriculture, Trade and Fishing. In recent years Tourism has played a more important role in the States economy with Boston and Cape Cod being the leading destinations. Massachusetts is the sixth most popular destination for international travelers. 

The following list of free online courses have been identified by the Alison US Workforce Team as particularly suited for skills development in the state.

According to the US Department of Labor, there has been a 70% growth (2020) in apprenticeships since 2011. Alison has responded to this resurgence with a selection of courses to help job-seekers find suitable employment. The main reason behind the increased popularity is that they result in jobs.

For Trainers or Employers in the State of Massachusetts, if you have learning needs which are not covered by this list of courses, please contact us at [email protected] and we will try to provide you with high quality courses not currently available.

Priority Upskilling Courses for the State of Massachusetts are :

Tourism

Course IDCourse TypeCourse TitleCIP Code
2664DiplomaDiploma in Hospitality and Tourism Management52.0999
2665DiplomaDiploma in International Tourism including English Language Studies52.0903
1369DiplomaDiploma in Tourism Studies52.0903
1652CertificateTourism - Marketing and Promotion52.0903
1650CertificateTourism Industry - Sectors and Career Development52.0903
1649CertificateIntroduction to the Development of the Tourism Industry52.0903
2667DiplomaDiploma in English Language Studies for Business and Tourism13.1401
1800CertificateEnglish for Tourism - Restaurant Service13.1401
1801CertificateEnglish for Tourism - Hotel Reception and Front Desk13.1401
1865CertificateEnglish for Tourism - Tourist Information and Guided Tours13.1401

 

Manufacturing

Course IDCourse TypeCourse TitleCIP Code
2179DiplomaDiploma in Lean Manufacturing - Productive Management with Fundamental Tools14.3601
1869CertificateThe Kanban System - Lean Scheduling & Management Approach to Just in Time (JIT)14.3601
2657CertificateFundamentals of Six Sigma (6σ) - Six Sigma White Belt14.3601
1925CertificateQuality Control Circles - Lean Participation Model for Teams15.0702
1710CertificateThe 5S System - Lean Methodology on Workplace Optimization and Housekeeping14.3601
1966CertificateToyota Production System (TPS) - Integrated Socio-Technical Model14.3601

 

Modern Workforce

Course IDCourse TypeCourse TitleCIP Code
2143CertificateProfessionalism in the Office52.0407
1913CertificateBusiness Etiquette and Professionalism35.0103
1626CertificateIntroduction to Change Management-968
2489CertificateManaging Stress and Anxiety in the Workplace37.0102
2384CertificateBuilding Your Confidence and Working Ethically38.0103
1752CertificateEssential Management Skills for the Workplace52.0204
2479CertificateIntroduction to QuickBooks Online52.0302
1742CertificateProfessional Bookkeeping and Accounting 1 - Sales and Purchases52.0302
1888CertificateProfessional Bookkeeping and Accounting 2: Bank and Petty Cash52.0302
1954CertificateProfessional Bookkeeping and Accounting 3 - Double Entry Accounting52.0302
2015CertificateProfessional Bookkeeping and Accounting 4 - The Trial Balance and More52.0302
2637DiplomaAdministrative Procedures and Support in the Office52.0201
1935CertificateAdministrative Support52.0299
3016CertificateBusiness Administration - Communication and Planning52.0299
3017CertificateBusiness Administration - Working with Customers and Teams52.0299
3439CertificateTaking Meeting Minutes52.0201
1612CertificateSales Techniques - Interacting with Customers52.1804
2625CertificateProfessional Business Writing Skills23.1303
1740CertificateWinning With Communication - Master Your Communication Skills52.0501
1872CertificateLeadership Skills in Business52.0204
3478CertificateManaging Project Teams52.0204
1877CertificatePreparing to Manage - Skills and Practices52.0204
3479CertificateProject Management Skills for Non-Project Managers52.0211
1214CertificateSupervision - Effective Communication Skills52.0501
1223CertificateSupervision Skills - Managing Employee Performance52.0204
2773CertificateOnline Zoom Course - Beginner to Advanced52.0501

 

Apprenticeship   
Course IDCourse TypeCourse TitleCIP Code
1551DiplomaDiploma in Plumbing Studies460503
1552CertificateIntroduction to Plumbing460503
1553CertificateIntroduction to Plumbing Tools and Drawings460502
1554CertificateIntroduction to Plumbing Pipes and Fixtures460503
1555CertificateUnderstanding Drainage and Water Distribution Systems140805
1512CertificateIntroduction to Carpentry460201
1513CertificateCarpentry - Introduction to Construction Methods460200
1514CertificateCarpentry - Introduction to Formwork and Joinery460200
1515DiplomaDiploma in Carpentry Studies460201
712DiplomaDiploma in Electrical Studies460201
711CertificateIntroduction to Basic Electrical Drawings and Test Equipment141001
705CertificateIntroduction to Electrical Wiring Systems141001
697CertificateIntroduction to the Electrical Trade460302

 

Personal Development 

Course IDCourse TypeCourse TitleCIP Code
3563CertificateHow to Manage Your Time520213
3616CertificateEssential Career Soft Skills909010
3735CertificateGoal Setting – Control Your Own Life350105
3686DiplomaSkills for Personal Development370000
3669CertificateThe Ten Laws for Personal Success370100
3829CertificatePersuasion and Personal Branding90900
3886CertificateWorkplace Communication520501
3872CertificateVideo Presentations and Public Speaking90101
3734CertificateBuilding Healthy Daily Habits510001
3873CertificateHow to Sleep Better510917

 

Beginner English   
Course IDCourse TypeCourse TitleCIP Code
3915CertificateBeginner English 101131401
4090CertificateBeginner English 102131401
4180CertificateBeginner English 103131401
3934Certificate500 Common words in the English language131401
2667CertificateDiploma in English Language Studies for Business and Tourism131401

 

 

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Course IDCourse TypeCourse TitleCIP Code
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