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Career Pathways

Skills for Today. Opportunities for Tomorrow.

COMPLETE INTEREST FORM

Program Benefits

We’ll work with you to build a career, no matter where you are on your journey.

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  • Great earning potential

  • Class schedules made for busy lives

  • Personalized career coaching

  • Technology & skill building help

  • Top-tier employers

  • Staff who understand your challenges

Sounds great. How does it work?

  1. Scroll down and look for the PPL Pathway you are interested in.
  2. Click on the program page and watch a video to learn what that PPL Pathway offers.
  3. After watching, take the next step and fill out our interest form or apply.

Career Pathways Intake Process

We can help find the career that fits you best!

1. Application Opens*

2. Participate in Informational Session

3. Assessment Period Opens

4. Enrollment Meeting

5. Intake Complete

Class size is limited. 
*Applications close when 80 eligible applicants is reached. 
Selection is contingent on multiple factors including eligibility criteria and overall program readiness.

 

Always Enrolling

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CareerWorks Minneapolis

Ongoing
Cost
Free
Time Commitment
About 12 months of coaching and/or training and follow-up
Format
Hybrid - both in-person and online options available
Starting Pay Range
Dependent on career goals & field
Meets
Email the CareerWorks at ccintake@ppl-inc.org to get started
CareerWorks employment & training services are ALWAYS enrolling!

Currently Enrolling

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Office Specialist

March 23rd, 2026 - May 8th, 2026
Cost
FREE
Time Commitment
7 weeks, Monday-Friday, 4 hours/day
Format
Hybrid
Starting Pay Range
$22 Following the Program
Meets
Classes at PPL Career Center and MS Teams
Start your administrative career through PPL’s 7-week Office Specialist Pathway! Polish your résumé, interviewing, and clerical skills in a small classroom setting, while engaging in trainings and networking opportunities to prepare for Office Specialist and Administrative Assistant roles.
Cohort 2021 - graduates

Aon Apprenticeship Program

August 2026 - August 2028
Cost
FREE
Time Commitment
Full-Time, Monday-Friday
Format
In Person
Starting Pay Range
$22/hour
The Aon Apprenticeship Program is a 2-year program that prepares participants for employment at Aon while earning an Associate degree. This program is a collaboration between Aon, Normandale Community College, and Project for Pride in Living. Apprentices engage in coursework at Normandale Community College to earn an Associate of Science (AAS) Marketing and Management with Human Resource Management Certificate while simultaneously working at Aon.

Future Programs

** Not Currently Enrolling **
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Human Services Pathway

2026 Dates TBD
Cost
FREE
Time Commitment
2-3 evening classes per week
Format
In-Person Classes
Starting Pay Range
$22 (Industry Average)
Meets
Classes at PPL Career Center, Minneapolis College and Normandale Community College
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Phlebotomy

The Phlebotomy training program is designed to prepare you for an in-demand position finding rewarding work at both hospitals and clinics! During this 10-week training, participants have the opportunity to refine your transferrable skills, network with nearby employers, and gain clinical experience to prepare you in roles of Phlebotomist or Laboratory Technician.
BOT cohort #7 - welding participant

Building Operations Technician

2026 Dates TBD
Cost
FREE (Drivers License Required)
Time Commitment
Tuesdays and Thursdays (some Wednesdays) 6PM - 9:30 PM
Format
In-Person Classes at PPL Career Center and Minneapolis College
Starting Pay Range
Includes a 2 week paid job shadowing. Industry starting wage can vary.
Meets
Classes at PPL Career Center, Minneapolis College and North Hennepin Community College
Start your career in maintenance and facilities management with the Building Operations Technician training program! This 10-month training program prepares you for Maintenance Technician roles through curriculum with PPL and Minneapolis College. Gain hands-on experience in plumbing, electricity, HVAC, and more with the opportunity to obtain your Special Boilers License and OSHA 30. Participate in a paid, 2-week job shadow to prepare yourself for employment following the program.