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UpRise Nashville is a 100% free career training program for adults who are ready to start building a career instead of hopping from job to job.
We teach in-demand skills that businesses need and are ready to hire for (yes, even in a recession!).
Want to launch your new career in a matter of months? Start your application below.
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Learn In-Demand Skills That Companies Hire For
Our program gives you in-demand skills that can lead to a new higher paying career in as little as four months.
On average, our students earn more than $15 per hour in jobs with advancement opportunities and full benefits, including health care and paid vacation time.
On average, our graduates increase their annual income by $25,126 per year.
UpRise graduates have started new careers in fields like:
Medical Assistant
Office Administration
Medical Billing and Coding Specialist
Certified Nursing Assistant
Commercial Driver
Electrician
Construction
...and more
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“I felt like I would work in food service forever. I didn’t see how I would get a career. I wanted to change my life, and become career focused, but I needed help learning how to do that. I now have the skills to work as an administrative professional. I attended school and became a better person, and I now feel hopeful about my job and my life.”
- Rachel King, Peer Support Specialist with Vanderbilt University Medical Center’s Firefly Program
How Does the Program Work?
UpRise Nashville is divided into 3 phases:
Phase 1: Training Camp
We’ll focus on your personal development and leadership skills, helping you to reach your potential and develop personally so you can succeed professionally.
Phase 2: Education & Certification
Choose from 10 different career paths and get all the hands-on training and certification you need to be ready for job placement.
Phase 3: Job Placement
We help place you in a career by working with established local companies who need your skills and abilities.
We've helped place graduates in the following companies:
These graduates did it. You can do it too.
Read how previous students have used UpRise to launch a brand new career and improve their lives.
JESSICA - FROM
UNCERTAINTY TO SURGERY ASSISTANT AT VANDERBILT
Jessica came to UpRise with big gaps in her employment history and a desire to change her life. She quickly earned her classmates’ admiration for her caring attitude and sense of humor. After obtaining her Medical Assistant certification and graduating from UpRise, Jessica landed her dream job as a Medical Assistant at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
TJ - LEFT BEHIND DRIVING FOR UBER EATS TO GET HIS CDL
"It's never too late to change and to start over." TJ's past was a roadblock to his future. At UpRise, TJ made significant sacrifices, working to get past charges expunged and diligently balancing work while attending a 12-hour-a-day CDL school. He now drives nationwide for a nationally recognized company where he is fulfilling his late father's legacy in providing for his family, a testament to the power of determination and hope,
KEONA - FROM FOOD
SERVICE TO AN OFFICE JOB WITH BENEFITS
Keona is a single mom of three young boys. She left a third shift job in food service at the airport and joined UpRise so she could work in a corporate environment with advancement opportunities and see a brighter future for her family. During her time at UpRise, Keona completed her Microsoft Office certificate and obtained a job at the corporate offices of Postmates with benefits, paid vacation and even stock options. Her new career also gives her time for her most important job: mom to her precious boys.
Just a few months from now, your story could be like these stories. It all starts with an application.
Watch the video below to hear more stories from our graduates.
FAQs
Can I work during the program?
Yes, many people work part-time, or even full time, while in our program. But you need to set your schedule to allow class attendance during the five weeks of Training Camp.
Do you have childcare?
Our Leaders have their own childcare while they are in training camp or earning their certifications. While we don’t provide childcare, we can connect you with a community partner that may be able to help you with childcare.
What is your drug policy?
We are a drug free program. You will be ineligible if you test positive for any hard drugs. If you test positive for THC (marijuana) you must agree to stop using to be eligible for education and employment in our program, as many of our employers drug test. We conduct random drug screenings throughout Training Camp, mirroring what an employer would do once you are hired.
Do I have to pay back anything?
No! Our education scholarships and monthly stipends are our gift to you and you do not need to pay it back. We want to help you get ahead.
What is the schedule?
Training Camp is five weeks, Monday to Thursday, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Education schedules vary depending on what career track you pick. You should expect 15 to 25 hours per week of classes/education.
What if I have a criminal background?
We are a background friendly program. Your background will not disqualify you with the exception of a sexual offense, because we share a campus with a school for young children.
What does "stable housing" mean?
Stable housing means that you will have a roof over your head and know where you are going to sleep each night. It does not mean that you own a home or have your name on a lease. Examples of stable housing would be living with a friend or family member, even on their couch, so long as you are welcome to stay there for the duration of the program. The following situations would NOT be considered stable: living in your car, on the street, or living in a shelter (except for a residential program where you are assigned your own room or bed).