Free Job Training in Nebraska: What You Need to Know
Looking for a better job—but not sure how to get started?
You’re not alone. Thousands of Nebraskans want to level up their careers but don’t have the time or money for a traditional college degree. That’s where free job training programs come in.
Here’s what you need to know—and how to take the first step.
Why Job Training Matters Right Now
In today’s job market, skills matter more than résumés. Whether you're returning to work, changing industries, or trying to earn more, training can open the door to careers in:
Customer service
Tech support
Project coordination
Healthcare
And more
The good news? Nebraska has high-quality free training programs—if you know where to look.
Ignite Nebraska
10x10 Program (Free 10-week career readiness)
https://www.ignitenebraska.org/10x10Ignite Tech Apprenticeship (Paid tech training in Help Desk, Data Viz, Project Management)
https://www.ignitenebraska.org/programsApply Now for Candidates
https://www.ignitenebraska.org/candidates
Goodwill Omaha
Goodwill Pathways – Job Readiness & Training Programs
https://goodwillomaha.org/programsGoodwill Apprenticeships (Accounting, Customer Service, Youth Development, more)
https://goodwillomaha.org/apprenticeships
Urban League of Nebraska
Career Boot Camps (Short-term, intensive training with incentives)
https://urbanleagueneb.org/jobs/career-boot-campsSTEP-UP Omaha! (Summer jobs and readiness for ages 16–21)
https://urbanleagueneb.org/jobs
Gener8tor Skills Accelerator (Virtual)
Free Online Tracks: IT Support, Data Analytics, Project Management
https://www.gener8tor.com/skills
Metropolitan Community College (MCC)
Explore MCC Career Training & Free Tuition Options
https://www.mccneb.edu
Heartland Workforce Solutions
One-Stop Career Center: Job Help & Support Services
https://hws-ne.org
NU Advance (University of Nebraska – Non-Credit & Microcredentials)
NU Advance offers non-credit, online professional development courses and micro-credentials in areas like digital badges, bootcamps, and masterclasses.
NU Advance: Browse Courses & Badges
https://online.nebraska.edu/non-credit-coursesUNO NU Advance Microcredentials (e.g., AI, Power BI, Project Management)
https://www.unomaha.edu/online-at-uno/skills-badges-microcredentials/index.phpUNL Continuing Education & Digital Badges
https://online.unl.edu/micro-credentials/continuing-education/
Google Career Certificates via NU Advance
The University of Nebraska offers Google Career Certificates in Cybersecurity, IT Support, Data Analytics, Digital Marketing, Project Management, UX Design, and more, available statewide through NU Advance. These are available for just $20 per course.
Sign up for Google Career Certificates
https://online.nebraska.edu/non-credit-courses