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58 community colleges statewide offering affordable associate degrees, diplomas, certificates, and workforce training with many programs under ,500 per year for in-state students. Financial aid including Pell Grants often covers full tuition for eligible students. Programs span healthcare, IT, trades, business, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Call 919-807-7100 or visit nccommunitycolleges.edu. Located at 200 W Jones St, Raleigh. Hours vary by campus. Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm.
919-807-7100 · 200 W Jones St, Raleigh, NC 27603
Helps individuals with disabilities prepare for, find, and maintain employment through vocational counseling, skills training, education assistance, assistive technology, and job placement services. Fathers with physical, mental, or developmental disabilities can receive individualized support plans. Services are free to eligible individuals. Call 919-855-3500 to inquire and apply. Located at 2801 Mail Service Center, Raleigh. Regional offices throughout NC. Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm. Apply early as waitlists can occur.
919-855-3500 · 2801 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699
Statewide initiative to increase educational attainment with resources for adults returning to school, career pathway planning, and connections to NC colleges and training programs. Fathers can use the myFutureNC tools to explore education options, map career pathways, and find funding. Call 919-809-5232 for guidance. Located at 16 W Martin St, Suite 802, Raleigh. Available online 24/7 at myfuturenc.org. Open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm for advisors. All services are free for NC residents.
919-809-5232 · 16 W Martin St, Suite 802, Raleigh, NC 27601
Largest community college in NC offering 200+ programs including workforce training, associate degrees, diplomas, and continuing education in the Raleigh area. Programs span healthcare, IT, business, culinary, and skilled trades. Financial aid and veteran benefits are accepted. Call 919-866-5000 for admissions. Located at 9101 Fayetteville Rd, Raleigh with multiple additional campuses. Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm for admissions inquiries. Online and evening classes available for working fathers.
919-866-5000 · 9101 Fayetteville Rd, Raleigh, NC 27603
State program connecting job seekers with registered apprenticeship opportunities combining paid on-the-job training with classroom instruction in high-demand fields such as construction, manufacturing, IT, and healthcare. Apprentices earn wages while learning and receive industry-recognized credentials upon completion. Call 919-814-0357 for program listings. Located at 4 W Edenton St, Raleigh. Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm. Visit apprenticeshipnc.com to browse open apprenticeship opportunities statewide.
919-814-0357 · 4 W Edenton St, Raleigh, NC 27601