Welcome to SkillsNation

Your Gateway to Career Growth in DC

Your Gateway to Career Growth in DC

SkillsNation is DC's one-stop portal for career growth. Offering free technical training, certifications, career navigation, job finding, and paid on-the-job experience like apprenticeships. From AI classes to public service apprenticeships you will find opportunities to advance your career, free of cost.

SkillsNation is DC's one-stop portal for career growth. Offering free technical training, certifications, career navigation, job finding, and paid on-the-job experience like apprenticeships. From AI classes to public service apprenticeships you will find opportunities to advance your career, free of cost.

"Investing in DC youth today equips the next generation with the skills needed for the future of work, ensuring our nation remains competitive in a rapidly evolving global economy"

Dr. Unique Morris Hughes, 


DC Secretary of Labor

Use SkillsNation to:

Build in-demand skills through targeted training programs

Access paid, hands-on experience with local employers

Get support and coaching to land — and keep — a great job