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.

 

  • The Free CNA Summer classes are scheduled to begin in July 2026 and end in August 2026
    • Classes will be accelerated
    • Sessions will operate on a daytime schedule
    • All classes will be conducted In-person and are English only with no ESOL language supports
  • Those eligible must be 18 + years old with a high school diploma/GED/Equivalent and have an interest in healthcare and be committed to working as a CNA

 

Here is the link to attend a future virtual info session about the Y’s CNA Summer 2026 program.

Our Team:

Rashida Reed-Gordon

Information:

54 Nagle Avenue, New York, NY 10040

(929) 595-7011

workforce@ywhi.org

IG: ymywha_workforcecenter