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Update to PPL short-term training
Our response to COVID-19
PPL's Career Center is currently closed until further notice to ensure the health and safety of our community.
If you are interested in future short-term, online training, please email us to request information or details for upcoming information sessions.
If you are interested in future short-term, online training, please email us to request information or details for upcoming information sessions.
Senior Living Caregiver
4 Weeks Virtual Training
What to Expect
- Training in an online setting to start your career in healthcare.
- Medical Terminology classes.
- You'll have the opportunity to become a CNA and added to the MN Nursing Assistant Registry upon obtaining a position with one of our employer partners.
- Daytime classes.
- No cost to you.
Career Paths
- CNA in a long term care facility
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Other positions within the healthcare industry
Eligibility
- 18+ years old
- H.S. diploma or GED
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Household income at or under 200% of the Annual Federal Poverty Guidelines
More Information
- Flyer
- Employer Partners currently include: Avalon Memory Care, Ebenezer (Fairview), Ecumen, and Preshomes.
- Attend a virtual information session to learn more!
Financial Services
6 Weeks Virtual Training
What to Expect
- Training in an online setting to start your career in a bank, credit union, or other financial institution.
- Guaranteed first-round interview with local banks and financial institutions upon successful completion (see flyer for Employer Partners).
- Flexible, daytime classes.
- No cost to you.
Career Paths
- Bank Teller
- Lead Teller
- Phone Banker
- Customer Service & Sales Representative
- Personal Banker
- Financial Adviser in Training
Eligibility
- 18+ years old
- H.S. diploma or GED
-
Household income at or under 200% of the Annual Federal Poverty Guideline
- A criminal record does not automatically exclude you from eligibility.
- See flyer for more eligibility details.
More Information
- Flyer
- Brand new employer partner: MidWestOne Bank
- Attend a virtual information session to learn more
Healthcare Clerical
6 Weeks
What to Expect
- Learn computer and customer service skills, medical terminology, and how to navigate electronic healthcare records.
- 2 weeks of hands-on job shadowing after 4 weeks of classroom training.
- Receive your CPR and First Aid certification.
- Daytime classes.
- No cost to you.
Career Paths
- Patient Registration Coordinator
- Clinical Office Assistant
Eligibility
- 18+ years old
- H.S. diploma or GED
-
Household income at or under 200% of the Annual Federal Poverty Guideline
- See flyer for more eligibility details.
Office Specialist
8 Weeks Virtual Training
What to Expect
- Develop your administrative skills in an online setting to land a job at Hennepin County.
- 2 weeks of hands-on job shadowing after 4 weeks of classroom training (this may be subject to change due to COVID-19)
- Daytime classes with a full time workload, but with some flexibility to your schedule.
- No cost to you.
Career Paths
- Office Specialist III
- Principal Office Specialist
Eligibility
- 18+ years old.
- H.S. diploma or GED.
-
Household income at or under 200% of the Annual Federal Poverty Guideline
- A criminal record does not automatically exclude you from eligibility.
- See flyer for more eligibility details.
Seasonal Office Specialist - Department of Revenue
3 Weeks
What to Expect
- Develop computer and office skills to prepare for permanent, seasonal positions to assist the State of Minnesota with data entry during the tax season.
- Guaranteed interview with Department of Revenue upon successful completion.
- Daytime classes.
- No cost to you.
Career Paths
- Seasonal Office Specialist
- Other positions within the State
Eligibility
- 18+ years old.
- H.S. diploma or GED.
-
Household income at or under 200% of the Annual Federal Poverty Guideline
- A criminal record does not automatically exclude you from eligibility.
- See flyer for more eligibility details.
Revenue Examiner
4 weeks Virtual Training
Prepare for a position with the State of MN's Department of Revenue where you'll answer questions from the public about tax filings and payment obligations.
What to Expect
- An online training classroom setting to start your career at the State of MN.
- Hands-on scenario-based training and math review to prepare for this customer service role.
- Daytime classes.
- No cost to you.
Career Paths
- Revenue Examiner 1
- Tax Specialist
- Revenue Collections Officer
- Program Administrator
Eligibility
- 18+ years old
- H.S. diploma or GED
-
Household income at or under 200% of the Annual Federal Poverty Guideline
- A criminal record does not automatically exclude you from eligibility.
- See flyer for more eligibility details.
Next Steps
*Information Sessions are now virtual*
Join the virtual info session via Zoom on your phone or computer every Monday from 10am - 11am.
All career training participants need to attend an information session as a first step. If you're unable to attend, you may reach out to us to request information.
All career training participants need to attend an information session as a first step. If you're unable to attend, you may reach out to us to request information.
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