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Career Training Programs
The Career Training programs at Carlos Rosario School are aimed to help English language learners earn entry-level certifications in high-wage, high-demand sectors in the Washington, DC metropolitan area. Students complete classroom instruction and hands-on work in small cohorts guided by industry professionals. Upon graduation, students receive industry-recognized certifications to strengthen their candidacy for entry-level jobs with family-sustaining wages in high-demand industries. Program supports include internship opportunities, post-secondary education advising, and employability skills coaching.
Who is eligible to receive our services?
“Adult education” means services or instruction below the college level for adults who:
- Lack sufficient mastery of basic educational skills to enable them to function effectively in society; and/or
- Have limited ability in speaking, reading, writing, or understanding the English language and whose native language is a language other than English; and/or
- Do not have a certificate of graduation from a school providing secondary education; and/or
- Have not completed a college degree (Associates or higher) in English from a US post-secondary institution
In Person & Virtual Career Training & GED Information Sessions: June 23, 24 & July 9
Take the first step toward your future and apply for classes today! Add your name to our interest list and help spread the word by sharing this opportunity with anyone interested in building a career as a bilingual teaching assistant, culinary arts professional, IT specialist, or nurse aide.
Meet our program directors to learn more if you qualify for the program of your choice, apply for Fall 2026 Career Training and GED classes, and next steps.
- In Person: Tuesday, June 23 – 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM at Harvard Street Campus (1100 Harvard Street, NW, Washington, DC)
- In person: Wednesday, June 24 – 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM at Harvard Street Campus (1100 Harvard Street, NW, Washington, DC)
- Virtual: Thursday, July 9 – 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM through Zoom | Zoom Link | Meeting ID: 825 0877 3768 & Passcode: CRschool
Course Listings
Healthcare
Hospitality
IT Fundamentals
Education
Bilingual Teaching Assistant Training Program
Through this 5-month program, advanced English language learners (ESL level 8 or higher) are prepared to become teaching assistants as an entry into a career in education. Our bilingual teaching assistants typically gain employment in DC schools working with a classroom teacher to support instruction, especially for students whose first language is not English.
Location: Sonia Gutierrez Campus
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Healthcare
Nurse Aide Training Program
Our Nurse Aide Training program is a 5-month, 200 hours of classroom instruction along with lab skills practice sessions, prepares students to become certified nurse aides licensed in the District of Columbia. Classes are taught by a registered nurse instructor and topics include medical terminology, basic caretaking skills, and a fundamental understanding of healthcare.
Location: Sonia Gutierrez Campus
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Hospitality
Culinary Arts Training Program
This 5-month training program will prepare you for a career in foodservice within the hospitality industry by focusing on basic kitchen skills, cooking principles, and customer service foundations.
Location: Sonia Gutierrez Campus
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IT Fundamentals
IT Fundamentals Training Program
The IT Fundamentals class is a 5-month program, 200 hours of classroom instruction along with virtual simulation and hands-on practice, prepares students to become CompTIA IT Fundamentals, entry level certification in Information Technology (IT) Students learn the fundamentals of computing networks, operating systems, hardware, security, software development and database concepts, cloud computing and virtualization. Students will also be introduced to IT professionals, a variety of employability skills, and potential IT pathways.
Location: Sonia Gutierrez Campus
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Bilingual Teaching Assistant Training Program
Through this 5-month program, advanced English language learners (ESL level 8 or higher) are prepared to become teaching assistants as an entry into a career in education. Our bilingual teaching assistants typically gain employment in DC schools working with a classroom teacher to support instruction, especially for students whose first language is not English.
Location: Sonia Gutierrez Campus
Nurse Aide Training Program
Our Nurse Aide Training program is a 5-month, 200 hours of classroom instruction along with lab skills practice sessions, prepares students to become certified nurse aides licensed in the District of Columbia. Classes are taught by a registered nurse instructor and topics include medical terminology, basic caretaking skills, and a fundamental understanding of healthcare.
Location: Sonia Gutierrez Campus
Hospitality
Culinary Arts Training Program
This 5-month training program will prepare you for a career in foodservice within the hospitality industry by focusing on basic kitchen skills, cooking principles, and customer service foundations.
Location: Sonia Gutierrez Campus
Learn More
IT Fundamentals
IT Fundamentals Training Program
The IT Fundamentals class is a 5-month program, 200 hours of classroom instruction along with virtual simulation and hands-on practice, prepares students to become CompTIA IT Fundamentals, entry level certification in Information Technology (IT) Students learn the fundamentals of computing networks, operating systems, hardware, security, software development and database concepts, cloud computing and virtualization. Students will also be introduced to IT professionals, a variety of employability skills, and potential IT pathways.
Location: Sonia Gutierrez Campus
Learn More
Culinary Arts Training Program
This 5-month training program will prepare you for a career in foodservice within the hospitality industry by focusing on basic kitchen skills, cooking principles, and customer service foundations.
Location: Sonia Gutierrez Campus
IT Fundamentals Training Program
The IT Fundamentals class is a 5-month program, 200 hours of classroom instruction along with virtual simulation and hands-on practice, prepares students to become CompTIA IT Fundamentals, entry level certification in Information Technology (IT) Students learn the fundamentals of computing networks, operating systems, hardware, security, software development and database concepts, cloud computing and virtualization. Students will also be introduced to IT professionals, a variety of employability skills, and potential IT pathways.
Location: Sonia Gutierrez Campus