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Straight talk on training, careers, and how to pay for it, in the skilled trades, information technology, and the medical field. Written by the team at Career Skills Center.
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Free Job Training in Massachusetts: WIOA, MassHire and State Grants Explained
The complete, plain-language guide to the state and federal programs that can help pay for career training in Massachusetts — what they are, who they are for, and how to start.
Read articleMedical Coding and Billing Salary by State (2026): What Coders and Billers Earn
Medical coders earn a median of $51,140 a year ($24.59 an hour). See pay in every state, what beginners make, and whether coders or billers earn more.
Read article Medical4-Week vs. 4-Month Medical Billing and Coding Courses: What's the Real Difference?
A 4-week course, a 4-month course and a college certificate all lead to the same national exam. Here is what each costs and what you get.
Read article Paying for TrainingWho Qualifies for WIOA Training in Massachusetts?
WIOA training is for adults, dislocated workers, and low-income residents. Your local MassHire career center makes the final call. Here is how eligibility works.
Read article Paying for TrainingHow to Get a MassHire Training Voucher (ITA): Step by Step
An Individual Training Account (ITA) can pay for approved courses. Here is the step-by-step path, from your first career-center visit to an approved voucher.
Read article Paying for TrainingIs WIOA Training Really Free? What's Covered and What Isn't
WIOA can cover tuition and some costs, but not always everything. Here is an honest look at what a grant usually pays for and what you may still owe.
Read article MedicalCan Medical Billing and Coding Be Learned Online?
Yes. Medical billing and coding is one of the healthcare fields you can learn fully online. Here is what the training covers and what employers want to see.
Read article Information TechnologyCan You Learn IT Support Online? What Employers Actually Look For
You can learn IT support online, and many people do. What matters most is a recognized certification and hands-on practice. Here is how to build both.
Read article Skilled TradesCan You Learn a Skilled Trade Online? What Works and What Needs Hands-On Time
Some of a trade can be learned online: theory, codes, and safety. But the hands-on hours still matter. Here is what works online and what does not.
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