How to get started
Step 1
Set up or update your NEworks job seeker account at neworks.nebraska.gov.
Step 2
Set up an appointment with a resource room navigator or come directly to the center, no appointment necessary.
Step 3
Work with a navigator to begin your journey to a new career.
Work-based and classroom training services are available through the Adult Program, Dislocated Worker Program, and YESS Program. Learn more about these programs including eligibility and how to get started by visiting their program pages.
*Programs listed below come from Nebraska’s Eligible Training Provider List. The list below is intended to spotlight programs in our service area and is not Nebraska’s Eligible Training Provider List. For the most up-to-date and complete list, visit neworks.nebraska.gov, click on Training Services under the Job Seekers column, then click on ETPL Approved Programs on the subsequent page.
On-the-Job Training
Hands-on training allows you to learn a new occupation based on your interests, while earning an income and gaining a permanent position.
Apprenticeships*
Learn a skilled trade using a combination of on-the-job training and technical training, while supervised by a skilled mentor. Wages increase with skills gain.
| Programs | Provider |
|---|---|
| Heavy Equipment Operations Electrical HVAC Installation/Service Masonry Plumber Sheet Metal Worker Welder | Associated Builders & Contractors |
| Automation (Mechatronics) Technician | GSK Consumer Healthcare Holdings LLC (US) |
| Electrical Installer Technician | Lincoln Electrical Contractors Association |
Classroom Training*
Learn the skills needed for your next career opportunity. Earn an associate degree, certificate, or even a bachelor’s degree. Ask about approved training programs.
| Programs | Provider |
|---|---|
| Business – Bachelor of Science Healthcare Management – Bachelor of Science |
Bellevue University |
| Adult Cardiac Sonography and Vascular Sonography Dual Major – Bachelor of Science Nursing – Bachelor of Science |
Bryan College of Health Sciences |
| Accounting – Bachelor of Arts Business Administration – Bachelor of Arts Criminal Justice – Bachelor of Arts Graphic Arts and Print Design – Bachelor of Arts Health Sciences – Bachelor of Science Human Relations – Bachelor of Arts Information Systems – Bachelor of Science Organizational Communications – Bachelor of Arts Teacher License Recertification – Licensure |
Doane University |
| Massage Therapy – AS | Myotherapy Institute |
| Academic Transfer – Associate of Arts Academic Transfer – Associate of Science Adult & Juvenile Services & Corrections – Associate Degree Alcohol & Drug Counseling – Certificate Auto Collision Repair Technology – Associate of Applied Science Backend Software Developer Bootcamp – Certificate Basic Precision Machining – Certificate Basic Welding – Certificate Biotechnology – Certificate Biotechnology – A.S. Business – Associate of Applied Science Business – Certificate Business – Diploma Certified Fiber Optics Boot camp (CFOT, CFOS/S, CFOS/T) Client Relations – Business Certificate Computer Information Technology – Associate of Applied Science Criminal Justice – AA Criminal Justice – Associate of Applied Science Culinary/Hospitality (Baking/Pastry Focus) – AA/AS Culinary/Hospitality (Hospitality Management Focus) – AA/AS Culinary/Hospitality – Diploma Dental Assistant (with Expanded Duties) – Associate of Applied Science Dental Assistant – Diploma and Certification Architectural Engineering Technology Focus – AAS Design & Drafting Technology – CADD Focus – AAS Design and Drafting Technology – Designing Software Focus – Certificate of Completion Diesel Technology -Truck – AAS Dietary Manager – Certificate of Completion Early Childhood Education – AAS Early Childhood Education – Certificate Early Childhood Education – Diploma Early Childhood Education – A.A. EKG Technician – Certificate of Completion Electrical Fundamentals – Certificate Electronic Systems Technology – AAS Energy Generation Operations – AAS Event-Venue Operations Management – Business Certificate Forklift Operator – Certificate GIS – Geographic Information Systems Technician – Certificate Graphic Design/Media Arts – AAS Health Sciences – Associate Degree Healthcare Services – Certificate of Completion Human Services – AAS Law Enforcement & Homeland Security – AAS Long Term Care Administration – AAS Long Term Care Administration – Certificate of Completion Manufacturing Engineering Technology – AAS Medical Assisting – Diploma and Certification Medical Laboratory Technology – AAS Medication Aide – Certificate Motor Control & Relay Logic – Certificate Nursing (ADN) – AAS Nursing Assistant – Certificate of Completion Office Professional – AAS Office Professional – Diploma Paramedic – Associate of Applied Science Pharmacy Technician – Diploma Phlebotomy Procedures – Certificate Physical Therapist Assistant – AAS Polysomnographic Technology – Certificate Practical Nursing – Diploma Precision Machining & Automation Technology – AAS Precision Machining and Automation Technology – Diploma Production Welding I – Certificate Radiologic Technology – AAS Respiratory Care – AAS Surgical First Assist – Certificate of Completion Surgical Technology – AAS Technical Skills Instructor – Associate of Occupational Studies Therapy Aid – Certificate of Completion Welding Technology – AAS Welding Technology – Certificate |
Southeast Community College |
| Nursing (Accelerated Program) – BSN Nursing (Traditional) – BSN | University of Nebraska |
| Healthcare Services – Certificate of Completion | Southeast Community College (Wahoo Learning Center) |
| Commercial Drivers License Training – CDL Licensure | Roadmasters Drivers School |
| Commercial Drivers License Training – CDL Licensure | 160 Drive Academy |
Entrepreneurial Training*
Access training, tools, and coaching to start your own business.
| Programs | Provider |
|---|---|
| Entrepreneurship – Business Certificate | Southeast Community College |
| SourceLink Nebraska [non-ETPL program] | Nebraska Business Development Center |
Adult Education and Literacy
Get assistance with GED Preparation and English as a Second Language.
| Programs | Provider |
|---|---|
| Basic Skills/ GED Classes English as a Second Language | Southeast Community College |
Try-out Employment
Take a short-term job to help you reenter the workforce and establish a positive work history.
Consumer Choice
Your career planner will help you explore in-demand, high-wage, high skill occupations. They will also help you evaluate training providers and tuition cost.
If eligible for training services after completing your consultation with your career planner, you may select a program from Nebraska’s Eligible Training Provider List (ETPL).
Training funds may not cover the entire cost of training. Your career planner will coordinate to the extent possible with other funding sources.
Career Pathways
The strategic initiatives committee, in partnership with Southeast Community College and employers, has put together career pathways for information technology, agriculture, manufacturing, and health sciences. These pathways include customized training projects.
Career pathways can offer an efficient customer-centered approach to identifying training and education needs. Occupations are categorized into entry-level, mid-career, and advanced. Each path includes an average wage, entry wage, and available training.
