Zero-Cost Training for In-Demand Jobs
Thanks to the state program Career Advance Colorado, you can get free training at LCC in rewarding fields that move Colorado forward. It sounds too good to be true, but it isn’t!
How does it work?
Qualifying students who enroll in the following programs will have their tuition, fees, course materials, and other costs covered while funding is available. Eligible programs include:
- Construction Trades Essentials Certificate
- Construction Trades Mastery Certificate
- Construction Trades Exterior Building Certificate
- Constructions Trades Interior Building Certificate
- Early Childhood Education Teacher Certificate
- Early Childhood Education Director Certificate
- Associate of Arts in Early Childhood Education
- Associate of Arts in Elementary Education
- Practical Nursing Certificate
- Associate of Applied Science in Nursing
- Welding Basic
- Welding Intermediate
- Welding Advanced
- Nursing Aide Certificates
To enroll, you must apply for federal and/or state financial aid by completing the FAFSA or CASFA. Contact aid@lamarcc.edu or (719) 336-1590 to discuss your options, financial aid, and application steps.
More About Career Advance Colorado
Career Advance Colorado is funded through House Bill 23-1246, which dedicates $38.6 million to fully cover enrollment costs for training programs in sectors with significant workforce shortages. The bill was signed by Gov. Jared Polis in May 2023 and sponsored by Colorado House Speaker Julie McCluskie, Sens. Janet Buckner and Perry Will, and Rep. Rose Pugliese.
The program builds on the success of the Care Forward Colorado program, which has already trained thousands of Coloradans for entry-level healthcare positions. The Care Forward Colorado program will run concurrently with Career Advance Colorado as program funding is available.
To learn more, visit cccs.edu/career-advance-colorado.