Start New Career at No Cost

Are you ready to escape your dead-end job and build a brighter future?

Through Ratcliffe Works at Carroll, you can train for an in-demand career completely free! Our fully funded programs cover 100% of tuition, fees, and certification testing, so there’s no financial barrier to advancing your career.

Plus, you may qualify for monetary stipends and free toolkits to help you succeed from day one! Listed programs are open to everyone regardless of residence.

Programs Starting Fall 2025

Automotive Technician

Program length: 7-8 months
Stipend: $800 plus an automotive toolkit valued at $622*

Automotive Technicians play a vital role in keeping vehicles running safely and efficiently. The demand for these highly skilled technicians continues to grow, thus providing job stability, opportunities for advancement, and the potential for a good salary no matter where you live.

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CDL-A Truck Driver

Program length: 8 weeks
Stipend: $2,000*

Truck drivers are in high demand! By earning a MD CDL-A license, you will be qualified to operate different types of commercial trucks and tractor trailers. Whether providing daily service for a specific route or making intercity/interstate deliveries, truck driving offers a stable and rewarding career.

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Electronic Assembler

Program length: 1 week
Stipend: $400*

As an essential part of the manufacturing process, Electronic Assemblers play a key role in assembling devices used in everyday life, from smartphones to medical equipment. This hands-on career offers job stability and growth opportunities as demand for their skills increases with advancements in technology.

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Hybrid/Electric Vehicle Technician

Program length: 2-3 months
Stipend: $800 plus an automotive toolkit valued at $622*

As more consumers and businesses adopt eco-friendly transportation, the demand for skilled technicians to maintain and repair hybrid/electric vehicles is skyrocketing, thereby offering job security, competitive wages, and the chance to be part of the exciting future of transportation.

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Pathways to Entrepreneurship

Program length: 10 weeks
Stipend: $775*

Turn your passion into your profession! Entrepreneurship gives you the freedom to build something from the ground up and make decisions that directly shape your business. You also have the opportunity to positively impact your communities and achieve financial independence.

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Welding

Program length: 6 months
Stipend: $975*

Welding combines creativity with craftsmanship to build and repair vital structures, from bridges to cars, in such diverse industries as construction, manufacturing, and even art. The demand for skilled welders remains high, offering job stability, competitive wages, and opportunities for advancement.

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*Certain restrictions apply. While the funds are available.