Workforce Development Center - Adults

Thank you for your interest in The YM & YWHA of Washington Heights and Inwood Workforce Development Center!​

The Y was established in 1917 and has been a pillar of the Washington Heights and Inwood communities ever since. It offers multi-generational support, including nursery school, after-school programming, and senior services. The Workforce Development Center, launched in September 2024, serves individuals ages 18 and older, providing free certificate training, career readiness programs, and employment referrals for community members.


The YM & YWHA of Washington Heights & Inwood, in partnership with Lehman College, offers free Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training.

At this time, the Spring 2026 cohort is full, and the Summer 2026 waiting list is closed.

Please check back for future updates and additional opportunities.  

Our Team:

Rashida Reed-Gordon

Information:

54 Nagle Avenue, New York, NY 10040

(929) 595-7011

workforce@ywhi.org

IG: ymywha_workforcecenter