Henry Ford College Workforce & Professional Development

🚛 Kickstart Your Career as a Heavy-Duty Transit Mechanic!

HFC has teamed up with the Detroit Department of Transportation to offer a hands-on pre-apprenticeship where you'll train on DDOT buses and heavy-duty diesel equipment—building skills that transfer across industries.

Our 12-week program gives you the fundamental skills and practical training you need to start a rewarding career in transit mechanics.

💡 Take the first step toward your new career today!

👉 Apply here: https://forms.office.com/r/b14eJefWTF

Interested in a career in construction? Check out Detroit Home Builders LLC and Henry Ford College's partnership.

New Detroit program provides hands-on training for next generation of skilled workers A new pre-apprenticeship program in Detroit is offering young people a pathway into construction careers, providing hands-on experience and technical training to the next generation of skilled workers.

HFC’s acclaimed student-run restaurant, Fifty-One O One, will host its extremely popular St. Patrick’s Day Buffet on Wednesday, March 18, in the John McDonald Student and Culinary Arts Center (Building M on the main campus).

The hours for the St. Patrick’s Day Buffet, which will cost $24.95 per person, are:

11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (lunch)
6:00 to 8:00 p.m. (dinner)
This annual event has become a cherished tradition at Fifty-One O One, offering guests a delectable array of Irish-inspired cuisine.

Fifty-One O One Restaurant hosts St. Patrick’s Day Buffet | Henry Ford College The St. Patrick’s Day Buffet is one of Fifty-One O One's most popular special events. Make your reservations for March 18 today.

Both Spring and Summer HCEA sessions are now open for registration!

HFC will be hosting career exploration sessions for youth in 6th-8th or 9th-12th grade.

Want to register for the upcoming Spring session starting March 21st?

You can do so here: https://forms.office.com/r/VAzVxtdFNf

Summer 2026 sessions are now available for registration. Information can be found here: https://www.hfcc.edu/hawk-career-academy

Additional information:

The price difference in similar sessions for Spring and Summer are due to grant funding supporting Spring sessions only. There are a few Summer sessions that have scholarships available. A request for scholarship can be made via the application.

Achieve Apple Certified Support Professional status with this comprehensive course that expands your understanding and knowledge essential in supporting and troubleshooting Apple devices in large organizations.

Register today: https://forms.office.com/r/7CaEJyZfMR

How did some youth spend their mid winter break? Learning the lost art of sewing. Have a youth interested in sewing, join us for Spring Break, March 30th-April 3rd at Henry Ford College for $25.00. All supplies provided, just bring great energy and a creative mind.

HFC Presents: Winter 2026 Hawk Career Exploration Academy

The Hawk Career Exploration Academy offers engaging sessions designed to support career exploration in STEAM fields for youth in 6th–8th grade and 9th–12th grade.

Through hands-on activities and interactive STEAM experiences, participants are encouraged to think critically about their future education and career pathways. These sessions aim to spark curiosity, build confidence, and expose youth to a variety of high-demand fields.

Supported by funding from the Detroit Drives Degrees Community College Collaborative (D3C3), sessions are offered at a reduced cost of $25 per participant.

Sessions take place during Winter and Spring Break, with most sessions held on Saturdays beginning March 21, 2026. All sessions are hosted at Henry Ford College’s Main Campus.

If you have a youth interested in gaining exposure to STEAM careers and future opportunities, we encourage you to register today.

For additional information or registration details, please contact [email protected].

✨ Start stitching your future! ✨

We’re bringing back the art of sewing with hands-on classes starting this January! 🧵✂️

Whether you’re a beginner or already know the basics, our sewing courses are the perfect way to explore your creativity, build confidence, and level up your skills.

➡️ Want details? Complete the interest form today and be the first to receive registration info:
https://forms.office.com/r/Wxfy30qEk0

Let’s create something amazing together in 2026!