Grant-Sponsored Programs and Partnerships
We offer many grants and contract-based Workforce Development programs, designed to give people the skills and competencies needed to succeed in today’s dynamic workforce.
Current Grants
Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) Exam Preparation Program
Queensborough Community College, in partnership with OneTen, is proud to offer a FREE Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) Exam Preparation Program. This comprehensive 12-week program, presented by QCC's Workforce Development of Academic Affairs and Business Department, provides aspiring financial professionals with the expert training and career support needed to launch successful careers in financial services. The program equips participants with the knowledge and skills to pass the SIE exam and build a solid foundation for careers in banking and finance, while providing pathways to employment with renowned financial institutions, including Bank of America, TD Bank, and J.P. Morgan.
Learn more about this program
Schedule:
- February 18, 2026 - May 11, 2026
- Mondays & Wednesdays from 6 - 8 PM EST
Interested in this FREE career training opportunity?
Apply via SIE Application Form
Contact Us: 718-631-6681
Email: cewdgrantsprograms@qcc.cuny.edu
Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA) Program
Queensborough Community College received $499,994 from the New York State's Workforce Development Initiative Fund for the Queensborough's Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA) program. The program, established in 2016 and replicated by several CUNY colleges, provides people who are seeking or sustaining recovery from substance addiction with the support they need to regain their health and tools to enter New York's workforce. Under the new funding, up to 50 percent of adult learners from culturally diverse and economically disadvantaged communities will be trained to enter CRPA careers in NYC healthcare institutions.
We don’t have any CRPA programs scheduled at the moment, but more opportunities are coming sometime in Winter 2026! Stay informed and be the first to know by signing up below.
Interested in the upcoming online no-cost training? Apply via CRPA Application.
Contact Us: 718-631-6681
Email: CRPA@qcc.cuny.edu
Ace Upskilling Opportunity Grant
AWS Cloud Computing & Security
QCC's Amazon Web Services (AWS) Cloud Computing enables participants to earn up to six AWS Certifications, including the AWS Cloud Computing Fundamentals, the AWS Solutions Architect Certification, the AWS Developer Associate Certification, the AWS SysOps Administrator Associate Certification, the AWS Specialization in Big Data and the AWS Specialization in Machine Learning Certifications.
Apply here for AWS Cloud Computing & Security
Schedule:
- Stay tuned for updates and new opportunities!
- Self-paced: 180 hours of AWS-approved training modules
Contact Us: 718-631-6681
Software Engineering Web Development Boot Camp
This 150-hour intensive Boot Camp is designed for individuals passionate about software engineering and web development. Participants will develop in-demand skills in front-end, back-end, and full-stack development under the guidance of industry experts.
Schedule:
Stay tuned for updates and new opportunities!
Contact Us: 718-631-6681
Email: cewdgrantsprograms@qcc.cuny.edu
Apply here for the Software Engineering Web Development Boot Camp
Previous Grants
Strengthening Community Colleges Training Grant
The Strengthening Community Colleges Training Grant (referred to as Strengthening Community Colleges or SCC) awarded by the U.S Department of Labor (DOL) aims to build the capacity of community colleges to collaborate with employers and the public workforce development system to meet local and regional labor market demand for a skilled workforce. The grant also builds the capacity of community colleges to address challenges associated with the COVID-19 health crisis, such as expanding online and technology-enabled learning and migrating services to a virtual environment.
Please note that the SCC Grant concluded on January 31, 2025. As a result, there are currently no available programs under this grant.
Contact Us: 718-631-6681
Email: cewdgrantsprograms@qcc.cuny.edu
Google UX/UI Design Professional Certificate
If eligible, enroll in this free program that will equip you with essential skills and knowledge for crafting effective and user-friendly digital products and interfaces. The course encompasses fundamental aspects of UX/UI design, including Google design principles and tools, designing for both web and mobile platforms, prototyping and testing, as well as fostering career development in the field of UX/UI design.
Contact Us: 718-631-6681
Email: cewdgrantsprograms@qcc.cuny.edu
The Strengthening Community Colleges (SCC) Grant officially concluded on January 31, 2025. Please note: This grant will not be renewed or offered this year.
While the SCC Grant has ended, we continue to explore new funding opportunities to support affordable, high-quality programs for our community. If you wish to be on the waitlist, please complete the registration below:
Google Project Management Professional Certificate
If eligible, enroll in this free program that will help you to get started in the rapidly expanding field of project management with a professional certificate meticulously crafted by Google. Learn how to manage projects efficiently and effectively, using traditional and agile methods.
Contact Us: 718-631-6681
Email: cewdgrantsprograms@qcc.cuny.edu
The Strengthening Community Colleges (SCC) Grant officially concluded on January 31, 2025. Please note: This grant will not be renewed or offered this year.
While the SCC Grant has ended, we continue to explore new funding opportunities to support affordable, high-quality programs for our community. If you wish to be on the waitlist, please complete the registration below:
Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate
If eligible, enroll in this program for free to learn about how data analytics involves the process of gathering, transforming, and organizing data to derive insights, make predictions, and facilitate informed decision-making. Through a comprehensive curriculum comprising of 8 courses, you will develop sought-after skills that prepare you for entry-level positions. Benefit from the expertise of Google professionals whose foundations in data analytics propelled their own careers.
The Strengthening Community Colleges (SCC) Grant officially concluded on January 31, 2025. Please note: This grant will not be renewed or offered this year.
While the SCC Grant has ended, we continue to explore new funding opportunities to support affordable, high-quality programs for our community. If you wish to be on the waitlist, please complete the registration below:
Contact Us: 718-631-6681
Google IT Support Professional Certificate
If eligible, enroll in this free program to expand your Technology work opportunities through the online Google IT Support Professional Certificate Program, which can be completed in as little as 5 weeks, depending upon the student’s available time. The five-course program teaches skills needed to start a career in IT support, one of the fastest-growing careers in the U.S., with a median salary of $53,470. No prior IT experience is needed to enroll. Upon successful completion of all five courses participants will earn a Google IT Support Professional Certificate.
The Strengthening Community Colleges (SCC) Grant officially concluded on January 31, 2025. Please note: This grant will not be renewed or offered this year.
While the SCC Grant has ended, we continue to explore new funding opportunities to support affordable, high-quality programs for our community. If you wish to be on the waitlist, please complete the registration below:
Contact Us: 718-631-6681
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