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A2 - adult ged program

Our Adult GED program provides GED preparation courses for Tarrant County residents, taught by state-certified instructors through the Tarrant County Adult Education and Literacy Consortium and includes an optional paid work experience that runs at the same time.

  • Ages: 25+
  • GED preparation courses taught by a state-certified instructor
  • Optional daily paid work experience program that runs at the same time. (Must meet WIOA qualifications.)
  • Individualized mentoring and coaching
  • Life and job readiness courses
  • Connections to further employment and education opportunities

For Program Details:

Call: 817.332.7866

L2 - Language & Learning

Join us for an intensive English language instruction program provided by ESL-certified teachers.

  • Ages: 18+
  • Connect to employment and education opportunities
  • Improve your communication in the workplace and everyday life
  • Learn and practice reading, writing, speaking and listening in English

For Program Details:

Call: 817.332.7866

e2 - E-SQUARED

Get your GED and a paycheck at the same time!

E-Squared (E2) is a program specifically for youth and young adults in Tarrant County who are out of school, aged 16-24, and that are experiencing barriers to employment and education.

  • Ages: 16-24
  • GED preparation courses taught by a state-certified instructor
  • Paid work experience funded by Workforce Solutions for Tarrant County
  • Individualized mentoring and coaching
  • Life and job readiness courses
  • Connections to further employment and education opportunities

For Program Details:

Call: 817.332.7866

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GoodED

Earn Your High School Diploma Online! We can not only help you earn your diploma, but also provide additional career training so you can improve your job prospects or continue your studies in your chosen field. We offer a fully accredited online high school diploma program, completed at your own pace—plus, you’ll receive a career certificate upon completion of the course.
  • Career Certificate  Included with Diploma
  • Food and Hospitality
  • Retail Customer Service
  • Office Management
  • Professional Skills
  • Child Care and Education
  • Transportation Services
  • Homeland Security
  • Certified Protection Officer
  • Hospitality Certificate
  • Home Care Professional
  • AdvancED/SACS/NCA/NWAC Accredited Diploma
  • Transfer Credits from Previous High School

Scholarships Available

For Program Details:

Call: 817.332.7866 x4188

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Goodwill Leadership Academy

Earn an industry recognized certification online in less than a year.

Many certifications to choose from, including:

Business:

  • Accounting Fundamentals w/ QuickBooks
  • Certified Administrative Professional with
    Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Associate
  • Certified Administrative Professional with
    Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Expert
  • HR Manager – PHR
  • Sr. HR Manager / SHRM – SCP
  • HR Professional aPHR, PHR, SHRM-CP
  • HR Professional w/ Payroll Practice and
    Management PHR
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
  • Lean Six Sigma Yellow and Green Belt
  • Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt

health and fitness:

  • NASM Personal Trainer
  • Certified Medical Administrative Assistant with
    Medical Billing and Coding (Vouchers Included)
  • Child Development Associate




corrections:

  • Basic Law Enforcement

Computer Applications:

  • Creating Mobile Apps w/ HTML5
  • Java Programmer and Python Developer

information technology

  • Certified Ethical Hacker (Voucher Included)

For Program Details:

Call: 817.332.7866 x3323 or x3319

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North Texas Institute for Career Development

The North Texas Institute for Career Development is the technical and career school operated by Goodwill North Central Texas offering CDL Professional Truck Driver Training, Certificate of Forklift Instruction, and virtual certifications in the medical and IT fields. At NTI we believe in empowering students by providing training and meaningful job skills to prepare for the workforce. 

NTI graduates receive career services:

  • Assistance in resume and cover letter preparation and interviewing skills
  • Advice and information on job leads in specific areas of training
  • Continuous and individual job placement assistance
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Eligibility

NTI admits any person age 18 or older having a high school diploma from an accredited high school or the recognized equivalent (such as a GED certificate). Applicants must be U.S. citizens or nationals, or eligible noncitizens. A criminal background check will be conducted on all applicants. NTI is also an Ability-To-Benefit school that accepts Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) and California Adult Education Accountability and Assessment (CASAS) scores. Score requirements vary by program.

  1. Prior to being accepted, an applicant must:
  2. Be interviewed by an admissions representative
  3. Complete an enrollment agreement
  4. Submit other information that may be required to determine qualifications.

An applicant may apply at any time but must begin class on a set starting date. Classes have limited enrollment. If you have any questions about classes and course schedules, please call or email us.

Financial Assistance available. 

Call: 817.332.7866 X3319 or x3323

Financial Assistance

NTI offers a range of plans to assist students in financing their career training. NTI also has scholarship opportunities for qualified individuals. NTI programs are approved by the Texas Workforce Commission Vocational Rehabilitation Services and Texas Workforce Commission’s Workforce Investment Act (WIA) and Workforce Investment Opportunity Act (WIOA), as well as CAPWORKS (Community Action Partners: City of Fort Worth). Installment plans available for self-pay. Click here for a list of funding options.

An applicant may apply at any time but must begin class on a set starting date.
Classes have limited enrollment.

NOTICE: STUDENT COMPLAINT POLICY
Dear Students:
This school has a Certificate of Approval from the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC).

The TWC-assigned school number is: S0743.

The school’s programs are approved by TWC Students must address their concerns about this school or any of its educational programs by following the grievance process outlined in the school’s catalog. Schools are responsible for ensuring and documenting that all students have received a copy of the school’s grievance procedures and for describing these procedures in the school’s published catalog. If, as a student, you were not provided with this information, please inform school management.

Students dissatisfied with this school’s response to their complaint or who are not able to file a complaint with the school, can file a formal complaint with TWC, as well as with other relevant agencies or accreditors, if applicable. Information on filing a complaint with TWC can be found on the website at www.texasworkforce.org/careerschoolstudents.

CDL

The Professional Truck Driver Training program is a comprehensive program designed to teach students to master the skills for the entry-level tractor-trailer driver; that is, the minimum training requirement to become a CDL driver. In addition, training for Hazmat, Tankers, Doubles and Triples endorsements, as well as a recertification program are offered.
  • Training location: Main Campus only (4005 Campus Drive, Fort Worth)
  • Duration of the course: 208 hours/7 weeks (approximately)
  • Prerequisites: High school diploma or GED certificate, TABE Test results: 7th grade-Math, 7th grade-Reading and 7th grade-Language
  • Screening: Drug screenings and background checks will be performed.
  • Training hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
  • Enrollment: Now enrolling!

For Program Details or to register:

Call: 817.332.7866 x3323 or x3319

Please put CDL in the subject line

Download a flyer about the

Forklift

NTI’s Forklift Certificate of Training is designed to
provide student instruction in six Occupational
Safety and Health Administration modules for forklift
operation.

  • Driving, turning, lifting, loading, unloading, and forklift attachments and more.
  • Center of gravity of the lift truck, proper turning in loading ramps, and loading 52’ trucks.
  • Pre-Operational safety checks, hazards and safety reports.
  • Instruction on seven types of forklifts, their fuel option and use.
  • LP gas and electric, and fuel type forklifts.
  • Battery installation and maintenance.

Length:

Four Hours

Class Schedule:

Every third Saturday, 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Admission Requirements:

18 years old, valid Driver’s License/State
Issued ID and SSN card

Certification Fee:

$375

For Program Details or to register:

Call: 817.332.7866 x3323 or x3319

Download a flyer about the Forklift Certificate of Training

Virtual Training

COMP TIA: A+ Certification Seminar

Students earn national certifications that could qualify them for career opportunities in desktop support, computer repair, helpdesk, user support and network support.

Length: 290 contact hours

Class Schedule: This is a virtual class. A laptop computer will be issued to the student upon enrollment on an as-needed basis.

**This class is a pre-requisite for COMP TIA Network + Certification Seminar.

To Register & make a payment for A+ Certification call 817-332-7866 X3319 or x3323

COMP TIA Network + Certification Seminar

Students earn national certifications that could qualify them for career opportunities in desktop support, computer repair, helpdesk, user support and network support.

Length: 110 contact hours

Class Schedule: This is a virtual class. A laptop computer will be issued to the student upon enrollment on an as-needed basis.

to register & make a payment for Network + Certification call 817-332-7866 X3319 OR X3323

Medical Front Office Assistant

Students earn national certifications that could qualify them for career opportunities as receptionist or office specialist. Students will graduate with a National Healthcare Administration certification in Medical Administrative Assistant.

Length: 160 contact hours

Class Schedule: This is a virtual class. Students receive a laptop computer as part of their successful enrollment into this program.**This class is a pre-requisite for Medical Billing & Coding.

To Register & make a payment for Medical Front Office Assistant call 817-332-7866 X3319 OR X3323

Medical Billing & Coding

Students earn national certifications that could qualify them for career opportunities in medical office insurance, billing and claims. Students will graduate as a Certified Coding Associate (CCA) by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).

Length: 370 contact hours / 24 weeks

Class Schedule: This is a virtual class. Students receive a laptop computer as part of their successful enrollment into this program.

To Register & make a payment for Medical Billing & Coding call 817-332-7866 X3319 OR X3323

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