Economic Opportunities

Cary’s Economic Opportunity program promotes self-sufficiency to all Cary residents in the town’s economic vitality and future. The primary focus of these initiatives is to support competitive workforce development programs and policies to help all Cary residents be on career paths to economic security.

Say Yes to Economic Stability

With our Economic Opportunity program, all Cary residents can reach financial security.

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Empowering through Finances

Cary has launched its first job training initiative with Passage Home Job Training. This initiative helps Cary residents earn certifications for positions in leading employment industries and includes job placement after graduation from the program.

Job Training

Our model pairs job seekers one-on-one with mentors to understand their situation and unique barriers to self-sufficiency. The program helps job seekers overcome challenges with childcare, transportation, housing, food assistance, and education. The program is free to all qualifying Cary residents.

This initiative offers a large variety of professional programs and certifications to further your career goals. Training classes are provided during the day, evening, and online.

Programs & Certifications Offered

Cary requires dwelling units to meet the following minimum requirements to be considered safe and habitable. These requirements include but are not limited to:

Business and Leadership

Career and Hospitality

Healthcare and Allied Health

Industrial and Skilled Trades

Technology and Computer Programs

How to Apply

To begin the enrollment process, click the link below. Passage Home will guide you through the entire process from pre-enrollment, and certification, to job placement.

Passage Home Job Training Form

About Passage Home

Passage Home is Wake County’s full-service anti-poverty organization providing workforce training, comprehensive case management, affordable housing, and other interventions to help families overcome barriers to self-sufficiency.

Learn more about Passage Home