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BURBANK YMCA (READING)
36 Arthur B. Lord Drive Reading, MA 01867

CHARLES RIVER YMCA (FITNESS CENTER, GROUP EXERCISE AND BABYSITTING)
380 Chestnut Street Needham, MA 02492

CHARLES RIVER YMCA (POOL SITE AND SCHOOL AGE CHILD CARE)
863 Great Plain Ave Needham, MA 02492

CHARLESTOWN YMCA
150 3rd Avenue Charlestown, MA 02129

DORCHESTER YMCA
776 Washington Street Dorchester, MA 02124

EAST BOSTON YMCA
215 Bremen Street East Boston, MA 02128

EAST BOSTON YMCA (ASHLEY STREET)
54 Ashley Street East Boston, MA 02128

HUNTINGTON AVENUE YMCA
316 Huntington Avenue Boston, MA 02115

NORTH SUBURBAN YMCA (WOBURN)
137 Lexington Street Woburn, MA 01801

OAK SQUARE YMCA (BRIGHTON)
615 Washington Street Brighton, MA 02135

PARKWAY COMMUNITY YMCA (WEST ROXBURY)
1972 Centre Street West Roxbury, MA 02132

ROXBURY YMCA
285 Martin Luther King Boulevard Roxbury, MA 02119

THOMAS M. MENINO YMCA (HYDE PARK)
1137 River Street Hyde Park, MA 02136

WALTHAM YMCA
725 Lexington Street Waltham, MA 02452

WANG YMCA OF CHINATOWN
8 Oak Street West Boston, MA 02116

The Education & Training Branch provides workforce development and job training opportunities for adults seeking to secure professional employment with access to a living wage, employment benefits, and opportunities for career advancement. Its job training programs help unemployed and underemployed adults gain professional skills that prepare trainees for careers in high-demand industries.
 
Our Programs

Career Advancement

 
Join us for free English classes for adults looking to make the next step in their education or professional career. This course is designed for advanced language learners who seek to hone their work and academic language skills while learning about American workforce culture.
 
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TRAINING, INC.: Medical Admin Credential Employment Program

Now Enrolling for December 9th, 2024
 
The 16-week Medical Administrative Assistant training program prepares participants for general registration and front desk administrative office support, including basic medical terminology, overview of billing and claims processing, HIPAA and OSHA guidelines, and health insurance overview. At the conclusion of training, participants will take a certification exam to receive their industry recognized Medical Administrative Assistant credential.

Ongoing Career Services support is available for our graduates.

If you are interested in applying, please complete the form below. If you have any questions or need additional information, please call 617-990-1027 or email RLowell@ymcaboston.org.
 
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medical administration program

Culinary Arts and English as a Second Language Training Program

Now enrolling for September 29th, 2024
 
The Education & Training Branch partners with the New England Culinary Arts Training (NECAT) and the East Boston YMCA Branch to deliver a dual language job training program in the culinary arts. This integrated education and training program provides contextualized English instruction and job training in both Spanish and English. The program combines English instruction and literacy activities with workforce preparation activities, workforce training, employment supports, and industry recognized credentialing.
 
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Culinary Arts Program Graduation

YMCA Early Childhood Education Academy

Now Enrolling for November 2024 and Early 2025
Become a YMCA Early Childhood Apprentice and get paid to grow your career in early childhood education.

Exciting new opportunity to grow your career while making a meaningful impact!

The YMCA of Greater Boston is launching a unique Early Childhood Apprenticeship Program for individuals to grow their career in the joyful and rewarding field of early childhood education.

Individuals enrolled in the Early Childhood Apprenticeship Program will get paid to gain early childhood education teacher credentials. Apprentices will get paid for 150 hours of learning and instruction, participate in at least 2,000 hours of on-the-job training, and they will be paired with a mentor teacher.

Graduates will receive priority consideration for teaching positions at the YMCA of Greater Boston and other partner agencies.

If you are interested in applying, please complete the form below. If you have any questions or need additional information, please call 617-990-1027 or email RLowell@ymcaboston.org.
 
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Earn your Property Management Certification

Now Enrolling For December 9th, 2024
 
The YMCA Training Inc is offering a free in-person learning experience to help participants gain the skills to be successful in the property management field.
 
This 10-week program prepares trainees for property management administrative careers. Participants will learn Property Management terminology, resident customer service best practices, rent calculations and housing recertification processes. Trainees will also have opportunities for on-site learning and job shadow at local property management locations. The curriculum and instruction will prepare trainees to complete the 3-day Certified Professional of Occupancy Training and Certification exam administered by New England Affordable Housing Management Association. At the end of the program, trainees will be connected to property management employers for further job shadow and options for full time work rotations.
 
Ongoing Career Services support is available for our graduates.

Program Includes:

  • Microsoft Office 365 & Zoom training, Resume Writing, Interview Practice, Job Search & Mentoring
  • Customer Service for Multifamily Property Management
  • Resident Screening, Rent Calculations Unit Assignment Criteria Overview
  • Recertification Training (Affordable housing)
  • Shadow and Simulation opportunities
  • Property Management Terminology
  • Certified Professional of Occupancy Handbook Essentials and reference materials
  • Exam for Certified Professional of Occupancy Certification
  • Technical assistance including access to laptop and internet
  • One Year YMCA of Greater Boston Membership

 
If you are interested in applying, please complete the form below. If you have any questions or need additional information, please call 617-990-1027 or email RLowell@ymcaboston.org.

 
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GROUP FITNESS CLASSES

Group Exercise

Explore all the fitness classes and reserve a space by logging into Motionvibe. Get your blood pumping with classes like HIIT and Zumba or tap into your mindfulness with yoga, Barre or Pilates.

WATER FITNESS

Water Fitness classes are an excellent choice to give your heart and muscles a great workout. The Y offers a range of Water Fitness classes, find the perfect one for you by logging into Motionvibe!

Programs
Locations
Adult Pickleball

Pickleball is a paddle sport that combines many elements of tennis, badminton and ping-pong and is also fun, social, and friendly.

Parkway Community
Youth Sports
5-10 weeks

YMCA youth sports programs give kids the opportunity to learn and grow through a variety of exciting activities, including basketball, soccer, volleyball, and gymnastics. With experienced coaches and a focus on teamwork, sportsmanship, and fun, your child will develop athletic skills and confidence in a supportive, inclusive environment. Sign up today and let them thrive through the joy of sports at the Y!

Burbank
Charles River
Dorchester
Huntington
North Suburban
Oak Square
Parkway Community
Roxbury
Thomas M. Menino
Waltham
Wang
Youth Swim Lessons
5-10 weeks

YMCA swim lessons for youth ages 6-12 provide a safe, fun, and engaging environment where kids build confidence in the water while learning essential swimming and water safety skills. Guided by trained instructors, participants progress through six swimming stages, focusing on techniques such as floating, stroke development, and endurance, all while fostering a love for swimming and lifelong water safety awareness.

Burbank
Charles River
Charlestown
Dorchester
Huntington
North Suburban
Oak Square
Parkway Community
Roxbury
Thomas M. Menino
Waltham
Wang

GROUP FITNESS CLASSES

Group Exercise

Explore all the fitness classes and reserve a space by logging into Motionvibe. Get your blood pumping with classes like HIIT and Zumba or tap into your mindfulness with yoga, Barre or Pilates.

WATER FITNESS

Water Fitness classes are an excellent choice to give your heart and muscles a great workout. The Y offers a range of Water Fitness classes, find the perfect one for you by logging into Motionvibe!

Programs
Locations
Adult Pickleball

Pickleball is a paddle sport that combines many elements of tennis, badminton and ping-pong and is also fun, social, and friendly.

Parkway Community
Youth Sports
5-10 weeks

YMCA youth sports programs give kids the opportunity to learn and grow through a variety of exciting activities, including basketball, soccer, volleyball, and gymnastics. With experienced coaches and a focus on teamwork, sportsmanship, and fun, your child will develop athletic skills and confidence in a supportive, inclusive environment. Sign up today and let them thrive through the joy of sports at the Y!

Burbank
Charles River
Dorchester
Huntington
North Suburban
Oak Square
Parkway Community
Roxbury
Thomas M. Menino
Waltham
Wang
Youth Swim Lessons
5-10 weeks

YMCA swim lessons for youth ages 6-12 provide a safe, fun, and engaging environment where kids build confidence in the water while learning essential swimming and water safety skills. Guided by trained instructors, participants progress through six swimming stages, focusing on techniques such as floating, stroke development, and endurance, all while fostering a love for swimming and lifelong water safety awareness.

Burbank
Charles River
Charlestown
Dorchester
Huntington
North Suburban
Oak Square
Parkway Community
Roxbury
Thomas M. Menino
Waltham
Wang