Prospective Students
SOME Center for Employment Training provides hands-on training to prepare individuals for careers as Medical Administrative Assistants and Building Maintenance Service Technicians. Students earn occupational credentials and certifications.
Healthcare Program
Medical Administrative Assistant Certification (CMAA)
Medical Administrative Assistants provide a vital role for the medical facility and/or office in which they work. It is their responsibility to keep the office running smoothly and efficiently.
Medical Assistant Certification (CCMA)
A Medical Assistant plays an important part in the medical field and is responsible for working alongside physicians in outpatient and ambulatory care facilities, such as medical offices and clinics.
At CET, students in the MA and MAA program learn about allied health professions, healthcare communications, medical records and billing, computer training, and reception and clerical skills to prepare for careers working for places, such as:
- Rehabilitation Centers
- Nursing Homes
- Outpatient Care Centers
- Hospitals
- Private Practice
- Clinics
- Dental Office
- Insurance Companies
Healthcare students can also become a Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist
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Building Trades Program
Building Maintenance Service Technician Certification
A Building Maintenance Service Technician provides a key role for facilities and/or office buildings in which they work. It is their responsibility to keep the building or property running smoothly and efficiently. Service Technicians must be qualified, and therefore must understand how to repair normal wear and tear to structures and/or equipment that residents/clients have temporarily put in disrepair in a timely and efficient manner.
At CET, students learn skills in carpentry, electrical engineering, plumbing, and HVAC to prepare for careers, such as:
- Plumbing Helper to Plumber
- Carpenter Helper to Carpenter
- Civil Engineer
- Structural Engineer
- Mechanical Engineer
- General Engineer
- Service Technician
- Welder
Building Trades students interested in continuing a career in the HVAC field can continue their training to receive a Universal CFC license.
HVAC technicians provide a vital role in offices, apartment buildings, and even homes. It is their responsibility to keep the heating and cooling systems in the building or property that they service running smoothly and efficiently.
At CET, students learn to prepare for careers, such as:
· HVAC Helper to HVAC Technician
· Sheet Metal Worker
· Apprentice Building Engineer to Building Engineer
· HVAC Mechanic and Installer
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How to Apply
The SOME Center for Employment Training application process is quick and easy! Admission is rolling—start when you’re ready, no need to wait until a semester starts.
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Individuals must go to SOME CET’s offices to complete the application process. The application process will take approximately two hours and has three steps:
- Document Review: Staff will review required documents (see list below).
- Drug Screening: In accordance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 and the Drug-Free Schools and Campuses Act Amendment of 1989, SOME CET will provide a drug-free workplace and training center. Applicants will be required to take a urine drug screening.
- Meet Math and Reading Requirements: Applicants will take the CASAS math and reading assessment.
Access Services
Contact: Call 202.292.4460
Location: 4430 Benning Road, NE
Walk-in application hours: 8:30am to 11:00am, Mondays through Fridays by appointment only. Or, you can apply online (above).
Eligibility: Applicants must be/have:
- Age 18 or over
- A government-issued photo ID
- Social Security Card or official documentation from the Social Security Administration
- Negative TB/PPD test results within the past 12 months
- Drug-free
A high school diploma or GED is not required. If you have a high school diploma or a GED, please bring those documents when applying.
Scholarship Eligibility Criteria
Applicants may be able to receive the tuition-free scholarship if the following criteria are met:
- Household income is below 200% of the federal poverty line, based on individual or family income in the last 12 months.
- Lack the skills, work experience, and education to currently obtain and maintain employment at the District of Columbia regulated living wage.
- Intention and reasonable ability to obtain full-time employment in the area of study.
- Readiness to begin intensive job training.
- Maintain satisfactory progress in training.
- Maintain compliance with trainee rights and responsibilities outlined in the student catalog.