Free Resources
The following are free resources that can help advance education and expand professional opportunities. Contact each organization to learn more about their eligibility criteria.
Learning and Development
Tuition-Free Training For NYC Residents of Low to Moderate Income
The New York BEOC (Brooklyn Educational Opportunity Center) offers a variety of academic, occupational, and employability courses. These courses are designed to introduce and supplement low—to moderate-income students with educational and vocational skills, focusing on advanced technology training.
NOTE: This program is available to NYC residents 17 years and older. Contact them to learn more about their eligibility criteria.
Free Coursera Account for CUNY Students and Alumni
The New York State Department of Labor has partnered with Coursera to provide unemployed and dislocated New Yorkers access to free training programs in high-growth industries like data science, business, healthcare, and technology. Enroll and explore over 500 courses that can enhance your knowledge and professional background.
NOTE: This program is available only to all CUNY students. If you are not a CUNY student, request a Non-Cost Account here. Contact them to learn more about their eligibility criteria.
Free Programs Available For All NYC Residents
The New York ATTAIN (Advanced Technology Training And Information Networking) center offers a variety of academic, occupational, and employability courses. These courses are designed to introduce and supplement students with educational and vocational skills, with a particular focus on advanced technology training.
NOTE: This program is available to NYC residents 17 years of age and older. Enrollment in any school is not required. Contact them to learn more about their eligibility criteria.
Platforms With Free Basic Memberships
Design and Publish Your Website Free
Looking to create social media content, banners, and cover images for websites and YouTube channels; make TikTok and Reel videos by combining video clips, artwork, animations, and music; documents; logos; and brands? Adobe Express and Canvas offer templates, images, videos, effects, and color palettes.