Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Partner in Adult Education & Workforce Development
Training Resources Of America has been a trusted leader in education, employment, and workforce development services since 1975. Our organization specializes in empowering educationally and economically disadvantaged individuals through customized programs that align with regional labor market demands. With decades of experience, we deliver Adult Basic Education, High School Equivalency preparation, English for Speakers of Other Languages, and vocational training tailored to local industry needs. Our partnerships with employers and government agencies ensure our clients gain marketable skills for in-demand jobs while helping businesses access a qualified workforce.We measure success through tangible outcomes: improved literacy, credential attainment, job placement, and career advancement for thousands of individuals across Massachusetts. Our commitment to community impact is reflected in our collaborations with organizations like Saint-Gobain Corporation and the U.S. Department of Labor, ensuring our services remain responsive to evolving economic challenges.
Services
Adult Basic Education
English for Speakers of Other Languages
Employment Prep Program
YouthBuild
Trade Adjustment Assistance
Young Parents Program
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- We have over 45 years of experience in workforce development across Massachusetts
- Our programs are customized to meet local labor market demands
- We partner with major employers like Saint-Gobain Corporation
- We've helped thousands achieve educational credentials and job placement
- We offer services in multiple locations including Brockton, New Bedford, Quincy, and Worcester
Services
Adult Basic Education
Our Adult Basic Education program meets the specific educational needs of adults with limited reading, language, and math skills. We help learners improve foundational abilities and prepare for high school equivalency credentials. Our customized curriculum ensures participants gain the skills needed for employment advancement.
English for Speakers of Other Languages
Designed for adults with limited English proficiency, our ESOL program develops language skills through immersive instruction. We offer specialized tracks for hurricane relocatees and general courses that enhance communication abilities for workplace and daily life success across Massachusetts communities.
YouthBuild Program
This initiative provides low-income, out-of-school youth aged 16-24 with construction skills training and high school equivalency preparation. Participants gain hands-on experience while working toward educational credentials, preparing them for sustainable careers in the building trades.
Trade Adjustment Assistance
We support workers displaced by international trade through targeted education programs. Our services include Adult Basic Education and English language training to help participants transition into new careers, addressing both skill gaps and employment market changes.
Employment Prep Program
This short-term training program prepares DTA-eligible clients for job placement through skill development and career readiness instruction. We focus on practical workforce preparation that leads to self-sufficiency and long-term employment success.
People
Maribel Arce
20-Year Award Recipient
With two decades of service at Training Resources Of America, Maribel Arce has dedicated her career to transforming lives through education and workforce development in the Brockton community.
Doug Daigle
10-Year Award Recipient
Doug Daigle brings a decade of expertise in workforce training to his role at Training Resources Of America, specializing in connecting Worcester residents with meaningful employment opportunities.
Bethaney Price
Regional Manager
As Regional Manager for the South Shore, Bethaney Price oversees program implementation and community partnerships, leveraging her extensive experience in adult education and workforce development.
Mike McGee
Manager
Mike McGee manages Training Resources Of America's Quincy operations, focusing on expanding educational access and employment services for diverse populations in southeastern Massachusetts.
Questions
What educational programs do you offer?
We provide Adult Basic Education, English for Speakers of Other Languages, High School Equivalency preparation, and vocational training programs tailored to local workforce needs.
Are your services free?
Most of our programs are offered at no cost to participants through government funding and community partnerships.
Do you help with job placement?
Yes, we connect trained participants with employers across Massachusetts through our extensive business partnerships and customized workforce solutions.
What locations do you serve?
We operate in Brockton, New Bedford, Quincy, and Worcester, Massachusetts, with plans for expanded service areas.
How can employers partner with you?
Businesses can collaborate with us through customized training programs, workplace literacy services, or by hiring our trained participants to meet staffing needs.
