Workforce Development

Providing career trainings for Bucks County and Pennsylvania residents.

(267) 685-4884



Career Training Programs


Female construction worker
Free Program

Pre-Apprentice Building & Construction Trades

From roofers to insulators to electricians, building and construction skills are in demand. Gain hands-on experience in various trades in our 10-week pre-apprenticeship program.

Male worker at machine
Free Program

Pre-Apprentice Industrial Maintenance Training

Prepare for an entry-level position in manufacturing in as little as 12-weeks. Learn the fundamentals needed to maintain and repair machinery using cutting-edge technology.

Metalworker
Free Program

Pre-Apprentice Metalwork Training

Learn the basic concepts of metalwork and build your skills alongside industry experts. Our pre-apprenticeship is a first step towards the field of advanced manufacturing.

Hands welding

 

Accelerated Welding

Start a new career as a welder or advance your existing skillset. Our 16-week accelerated trainings range from introductory to advanced, accommodating all skill-levels.

Female student checking wires

Electrical Training

Spark a new career or enhance your electrical skillset with the new Electrical Training program at the Epstein Campus in Bristol, PA.

Dental tools on tray
Free Program

Dental Assistant

Prepare for an entry level positions in one of the fastest growing health care positions. The 100-hour program covers a range of topics within administrative and clinical functions.

Students in classroom

 

ESL (English as a Second Language)

Learn or enhance your English at our Newtown Campus or online. Courses available for all levels for speaking, writing and conversation.

Confident young woman
Free Program

Entrepreneurship@Bucks

Calling all entrepreneurs! Grow your business skills, gain knowledge and mentorship with our 11-week online Entrepreneurship program.

Male in pharmacy
Free Program

Pharmacy Technician

Join the rapidly growing field of pharmacy tech. The 75-hour hybrid certificate program prepares you to sit for the national certification exam by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB).

Information Sessions

To register for an information session, contact Bridget Hughes at bridget.hughes@bucks.edu or call (267) 685-4884.
All sessions will be held at the new Center for Advanced Technologies (CAT) unless otherwise noted. The CAT building is located on the Epstein Campus at Lower Bucks at 1302 Veterans Highway, Bristol, PA.

Metalwork

Metalwork training begins December 9.

There is still time to find out more and apply. Call or email. 

Industrial Maintenance

Industrial Maintenance training begins December 9.

There is still time to find out more and apply. Call or email. 

Electrical Training


The next Level 1 training, Basic Electricity AC/DC circuits is scheduled for January 14, 2025.

Date Time
December 3 5:30pm
December 12 5:30pm

 

Building & Construction Trades

 

The next cohort will start January 21, 2025. 

Date Time
December 5 1:00pm

Welding


The next Level 1 Welding is scheduled for January 28, 2025.

Date Time
December 12 5:00pm
December 19 5:00pm

 

Additional Resources

Continuing Education Information Technology Career Services For Businesses

Center for Advanced Technologies

Your Career Begins at Bucks

The brand-new state-of-the-art Center for Advanced Technologies (CAT) has been designed to ignite a spark in Bucks County and the surrounding areas. Located on the Epstein Campus at Lower Bucks in Bristol Township, the Center houses in-demand advanced manufacturing training and workforce programs.

Center for Workforce Development

Location

Epstein Campus at Lower Bucks
Center for Advanced Technology (CAT)

Hours

Monday – Friday
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Contact

workforce@bucks.edu
267-685-4900

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