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Training

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, Click the "Apply Now" button to get started on our online application!

We can help find the career that fits you best!

Career Pathways Intake Process

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 team to get started
CareerWorks employment & training services are ALWAYS enrolling!

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Human Services Pathway

September 16th, 2025 - June 11th, 2026
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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Building Operations Technician

October 2, 2025 - June 16, 2026
Cost
FREE
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.
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.

Future Programs

** Not Currently Enrolling **
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Office Specialist

Start your career with Hennepin County through PPL’s 7-week Office Specialist Pathway! Polish your résumé, interviewing, and clerical skills in a small classroom setting, while participating in Hennepin County trainings and networking opportunities to prepare for Office Specialist roles. Starting pay at Hennepin County is $21.50/hour with competitive benefits and opportunities to advance.

Watch the video below for more information!
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Information Technology (IT) Support Specialist

Begin your career in IT as an IT Support Specialist! Participate in this 6-month program to earn your Google IT Support Professional Certificate, while networking with employers in the IT field. Engage in trainings to build resume, interviewing, and job searching skills to prepare for your IT career following the program.
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Healthcare Plus

Advance your career in healthcare through PPL’s Healthcare Plus program! This 6-month program prepares you for Patient Care Technician and Remote Observation Assistant roles in a hospital setting. Engage in coursework with Project for Pride in Living and Minneapolis College, while participating in a job shadow experience at Abbott Northwestern Hospital to prepare you for employment following the program.
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Aon Apprenticeship Program

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.
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Case Manager Pathway

Start your career as a Case Manager with Catholic Charities! In this paid, 3-month program, participants will be hired as Case Managers at Catholic Charities, while receiving training through PPL and Minneapolis College. This program is designed for individuals looking to enter the mental health field as a Case Manager, while gaining the needed training to further your skills and advance in the field.
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Phlebotomy

2026 Dates TBD
Cost
FREE
Time Commitment
TBD
Format
In-Person Classes and Clinicals
Starting Pay Range
Between $15 - $18 per hour (Industry Average)
Meets
Classes at PPL Career Center, Minneapolis College and North Hennepin Community College
Begin your career as a Phlebotomist! The 10-week Phlebotomy program will train you to draw blood and work in the medical field through hands on training with PPL and North Hennepin Community College. During the program, participants will engage in a 100-hour clinical experience with Allina Health or M Health Fairview to prepare for the ASCP Board Exam and a future career in Phlebotomy.