Classes

Level 1: Beginner

Level 2: Intermediate

Level 3: Advanced

If you want to improve your English skills in speaking, listening, reading, and writing, these are the right classes for you! We have English classes in the morning, afternoon, and at night. We also have in-person and Zoom options. Classes start in September and finish in June. We accept new students at the beginning of each month if there is space available. Contact us for our current schedule.

To apply for English classes, complete an application online. We have the application available in English and in Spanish and in Haitian Creole. After you complete the application, you will see a link to a placement exam so we can determine your current level of English. You will not be added to the waiting list until we receive both your application and your placement test, so please complete both forms! Contact us if you have any questions about the application or the placement test.

These classes are for students who want to earn their high school equivalency certificate. We will help you prepare for all five subject exams on the HiSET test: reading, writing, science, social studies, and math. You will also study English once per week. We will also help you register for HiSET exams and apply for accommodations if needed. These classes are taught completely in Spanish. We have in-person and Zoom options. Classes start in September and finish in June. We accept new students at the beginning of each month if there is space available. Contact us for our current schedule.

To apply for HiSET classes, please complete this application. You will then be contacted by a member of our student support team to discuss the program and your goals in more detail. Contact us if you have any questions about this process.

Eligibility Requirements:

• 18+ years old
• U.S. work authorization
• High school diploma or GED/HiSET
• Advanced level of English
• Fully vaccinated against COVID-19
• Ready and able to work right when the training ends

How to Apply:

Complete this application to be added to the waiting list. This training typically begins every September and February. There are two rounds of interviews – one virtual and one in-person – where we will discuss the training in more detail and confirm all eligibility requirements, so we can be sure this is the right class for you. We will begin contacting students on the waiting list about one month before each class begins. If you would like an update on your status on the waiting list, feel free to call or email us. This class is very popular and we thank you for your patience!

Phlebotomy

Learn the skills you need to become a certified phlebotomist. This certification will help you find work in a hospital, community health center, or laboratory. You will receive hands-on, individualized practice in our lab and you will also complete a 120-hour externship.

Eligibility Requirements

• 18+ years old
• U.S. work authorization
• High school diploma or GED/HiSET
• Advanced level of English
• Fully vaccinated against COVID-19
• Ready and able to work right when the training ends
• Open to women only at this time

How to Apply

Complete this application to be added to the waiting list. This training typically begins every February. We will contact applicants on the waiting list to discuss the training in more detail so we can be sure this is the right class for you.

Home Health Aide

Learn the skills you need to start working with patients as a home health aide in the patient’s home, a nursing home, or a group home. You will also become CPR certified.

Eligibility Requirements

• 18+ years old
• U.S. work authorization
• High school diploma or GED/HiSET
• Intermediate or higher level of English
• Fully vaccinated against COVID-19
• Ready and able to work right when the training ends
• Open to women only at this time

How to Apply

Complete this application to be added to the waiting list. This training typically begins every September and February. We will contact applicants on the waiting list to discuss the training in more detail so we can be sure this is the right class for you.

Technology Trainings

Computer skills are essential in today’s world. MUA can help you learn the skills you need to be successful in work, in school, and more! To apply for technology classes, complete this application.

Office Administration

We have three different modules that run for 12 weeks each. You can register for one, two, or all three. In each class, you will learn skills for Microsoft Office and Google Suite, and you will also learn about email, typing skills, business writing, and using the internet. These classes are completely in English and open to women only. You will need to have some basic computer skills already for this class.

The three modules include:

• Microsoft Word/Google Docs
• Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets
• Microsoft PowerPoint/Google Slides

Basic Technology Skills/Introduction to Microsoft Office and Google Suite

In this class, you will learn the basics of using a computer, tips for navigating the internet safely, and the basics of Microsoft Office and Google Suite. This class runs for 18 weeks and will have 2 cycles this school year. This class is completely in English and open to women only.