Workforce Training

Access Statement: Berkshire Community College (BCC) values inclusion and equal access to its programs and activities and is committed to a climate of mutual respect and full participation. Our goal is to create learning environments that are usable, equitable, inclusive and welcoming. If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable academic accommodations, you are advised to contact the Disability Resource Center (DRC) prior to the start of a course to discuss your accommodation needs and options. The DRC will work collaboratively with students with disabilities to develop effective accommodation plans. For accommodations, email workforce@berkshirecc.edu.

Contact Us

workforce@berkshirecc.edu
413-236-2115

Interest Form

If the course includes a fee and you have a disability, you may be eligible for training tuition support through MassAbility .
Read about the Margaret Swann Access and Empowerment Scholarship for Immigrant Students, which is for those not eligible for financial aid due to immigration status.

Computer and IT Training

Education

Para Educator Training

Healthcare and Social Services

ESOL

Details about each of the following trainings can be found at the Massachusetts Rural Workforce Training Network .

Community Health Worker – ESOL
Introduction to Behavioral Healthcare and Cross-cultural Training – ESOL
Mental Health First Aid – ESOL
Occupational Safety and Health for Community Health Workers

BCC healthcare work instructor with STEM students

Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Training

Truck drivers are in demand. Based on an American Trucking Association survey, more than 400,000 new truck drivers are needed every year. Let the professional instructors at United Tractor Trailer School, Inc. train you for your career as a Class B Commercial Driver.

18 years or older
Massachusetts resident
Valid driver's license
Students must have both their Learner's Permit and Department of Transportation (DOT) physical prior to class start date

CDL Training