Mpower
A Monroe County workforce development initiative
in support of local residents and employers.

Mpower for Monroe County Residents:

At the Finger Lakes Workforce Development Center, we equip you with in-demand skills for high-tech careers like manufacturing,
robotics, and IT—industries offering lasting success with wages ranging from $24 to $40 per hour. Through Mpower, our
programs are strategically aligned with the region’s most in-demand career pathways, preparing you for the jobs of today and
tomorrow. Transform your career in one of our eligible programs that range from 4 days to 20 weeks.

Mpower offers Workforce and Academic Certificates in the following areas:
Healthcare
Welding
Information Technology
Advanced Manufacturing / Automation

A unique approach to career assistance.

Hands-on
Program Options
Navigating the Process
Support for Life Challenges
Job Placement Assistance
Career Pathway Navigation
Access to Funds

Eligible Programs for Mpower Funding

  • Healthcare Programs
    • Certified Nurse Assistant
    • The Medical Interpreter
  • Advanced Manufacturing/Automation/Welding and Fabrication
    • Certified Industry 4.0 Control Systems Specialist
    • Certified Industry 4.0 Process Control Technician
    • FANUC Robotics Handling Tool Operation and Programming (certificate)
    • FANUC Robotics Vision (certificate)
    • Universal Robotics Operator Training (certified)
    • Stratasys Operation and Programming (certified)
    • Welding and Fabrication (certificate)
  • Information Technology/Software
    • CompTIA ITF+ IT Foundation
    • CompTIA A+ Network+ Certification/CCST
    • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Part 1
    • Data Analytics Foundation
    • Data Engineering Foundation using Python
    • Web Designer 2
    • Web Designer 3
  • Organization/Consortium: Incumbent Workforce – custom contract training

MPOWER APPLICATION FOR MONROE COUNTY RESIDENTS

Subjects of Interest (select all that apply) *

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SUBMIT FORM

Have questions? You can reach us by emailing FWDcenter@monroecc.edu or by calling 585-685-6FWD (6393) 

THE FWD Center GRAND OPENING

FWD Center grand opening celebration on Monday, May 23, 2022.

VIRTUAL TOUR

The FWD Center features 50,000 sq. ft. of flexible training space, focusing on short-term and accelerated training programs in technology-oriented careers and industry 4.0 skill sets. The dynamic programming at the FWD Center links education with the evolving demands of the regional workforce.

Finger Lakes Workforce Development Center

321 State Street, 6th floor main lobby

Rochester, NY 14608

(e) FWDcenter@monroecc.edu

(p) 585-685-6FWD (6393)