Funding And Other Support

The Economic and Workforce Development System at Oakland Community College is an active participant in maintaining a highly-trained, skilled work force. As your community college, we are linked to all of the local and statewide economic and workforce development systems.

• Automation Alley
• Michigan Economic Development Corporation
• Michigan Works! Talent Bank and Career Centers
• Oakland County Economic Development

Funding Sources for Employee Training

The State of Michigan and the Oakland County Workforce Development Board make funding available for training to companies who meet specific criteria. We can serve as your point of entry to the following services and programs:

• Economic Development Job Training Program
• Incumbent Worker Program

Staffing and Recruitment Assistance

If you are a business or industry seeking skilled workers, we can assist you with recruiting, screening, and training of potential employees. Applicants may be prescreened and tested based on your job qualifications.

Recruitment and Job Posting Services

We can post your open positions and identify potential candidates. All you have to do is provide us with your job requirements. Click here to start the Job Posting process!

Assessment Services

We offer a broad range of assessment instruments that assist organizations in both screening and professional development of staff.

• Myers Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI)

• DiSC®

• WorkKeys

• Strong Interest Inventory

• Differential Aptitude Test (DAT)

• Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE)

We will assist you in determining which assessment best meets your objectives.

Skill Gap Analysis and Training Needs Assessment

WorkKeys® job profiles and assessments offer consistent, reliable information to narrow applicant pools and increase job satisfaction by matching candidates to jobs for which they are qualified.

ACT’s WorkKeys® system focuses your workforce development initiatives, equipping you to:

• Assess the minimum level of skills needed to do a given job well

• Measure the skills of current and prospective employees

• Identify those who are qualified for your positions