Career-Connected Learning and Free Training

Dallas College can help you enroll in a career leading to a brighter future for you and your family. Prepare for a solid job with great pay and benefits — at no cost to you!

We can help you prepare for college, build stackable credentials or gain experience through apprenticeships. Take advantage of these opportunities for free learning and training and maximize your potential.

Is this really free?

Yes, it’s true! These programs are absolutely free. They are funded by special grants and programs that aim to help people in our community — just like you!

Because these programs are funded by special grants, there may be specific requirements, components or directions. It all depends on which types of training you're interested in. But don't worry. We're here to help.

Overview of Opportunities on This Page

Entry-Level Learning

Free High School Equivalency and GED Prep
Free ESL Classes/Clases de Inglés Gratis

Workforce Training

Credit Degrees and Certificates
Stackable Credentials
Fast-Track Options
Work-Based Learning
Five Career Paths

For Special Groups

Veterans and Military Families
High School Students (Promise)
Parents of Promise Students (Parent Promise)
Young Adults (18-24)
Small Businesses Owners

Free Entry-Level Learning

Sometimes you just need that extra boost to start out. We have the following opportunities to help prepare you for your next big move:

For most people, deciding to drop out of high school isn’t easy. Whatever the reason, it’s never too late to earn your GED.

The WorkReadyU program has a team of caring instructors who prepare for students to improve basic skills in preparation for one of the three high school equivalency (HSE) tests: GED, HiSET and TASC. Instruction is in math, language arts, science and social studies.

About Free GED Prep Classes

Free training
In English or Spanish
Classes start year-round
All 7 campuses

WorkReadyU can help you improve your English skills so you can attend college, get a good job or advance your career. Students who qualify receive free ESL classes, regardless of residency or visa status.

El Plan WorkReadyU puede ayudarte a mejorar tus habilidades en el inglés para que puedas asistir a la universidad, conseguir un buen empleo o avanzar en tu carrera. Los estudiantes elegibles reciben clases de inglés gratuitas, sin importar su estatus de residencia. Más información.

About Free ESL Classes

Free training
Classes start year-round
All 7 campuses

Free Workforce Training and Learning

We offer free training and learning in the top in-demand fields in DFW.

Within these training fields, some of these additional features may be available to you:

Credit certificates and degrees

Stackable credentials

Noncredit and fast-track options

Apprenticeships and internships

It all depends on what funds we currently have available. We won't know for sure until you contact us!