This is More

than Career Training

Achieve your personal and professional goals with our tuition-free career and community development program

Learn a skill – Complete a certification – Launch your new career

OUR PROGRAM

Our 6-month, free tuition career and community development program in Denver, CO is designed to teach you personal and professional skills and surround you with a supportive network so that you can succeed in the workplace

The program has 2 key components: Career Development and Community Development

CAREER DEVELOPMENT

Personal Development

6 Weeks of online learning

Set personal and professional goals
Receive 1-on-1 career coaching
Develop interview and resume skills
Engage in group classes on topics such as finances, workplace behavior, maintaining a long-term career, and so much more!

Skill Development

On-Campus: Learn your skill

Complete an online certification course or offsite apprenticeship program in the career of your choice
Career Tracks include Medical Billing, Medical Admin, CNA, CDL, Trades, and more!

Career Launch

On-Campus: land your new job!

Apply for jobs in your new career field
Work with our Job Support and Career Services department to connect with employers
Start your new career, your new life, and your new future!

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

100+ New Relationships

Throughout your time in the CrossPurpose program, you’ll expand your network and receive support from other Leaders, CrossPurpose staff members, community volunteers, and potential employers!

Career Coaching

Every Leader receives 1-on-1 coaching from a CrossPurpose Career Coach. Your coach will help you set your goals, complete your certification training, and find the job you want!

Allies

Allies are community volunteers who are ready to give you the encouragement and support you need to succeed in the CrossPurpose program!

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Frequently asked questions

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Personal Development (First 6 Weeks, Online): Monday-Thursday from 9:00am – 12:30pm

Skill Development and Career Launch (Week 7 – End, On Campus): Monday – Tuesday from 9:00am – 1:30pm

You’ll need to attend on-campus Skill Development and Career Launch until you land your first job!

Family Gathering (every Wednesday from 6pm – 8pm): This is a required event throughout the program – you’ll have an opportunity to build your network and enjoy new relationships through a free dinner, games, and small groups with your dedicated Allies!

Available Career Tracks:

Administrative Assistant
Bookkeeping
CDL
CNA
Trades
Medical Administrative Assistant
Medical Billing and Coding
Medical Assistant
Legal Administrative Assistant
Customer Service

Next Class starts on May 3rd, 2021 (Applications OPEN)

Following Class starts in July 2021 (Official start date TBD – Applications OPEN in April 2021)

18-55 years old
Reliable transportation
Stable housing
HS Diploma or GED
Reside in Denver Metro area
Access to reliable childcare (if you have kids)
U.S. Citizen or can legally work in U.S.
Clean from hard drugs for at least 6 months
Committed to staying drug-free (including THC) for duration of the program
NOT receiving or applying for SSI/SSDI (we are now taking applications on a case-by-case scenario – please call us at (720) 724-9544 or email getstarted@crosspurpose.org)
NOT currently having an open legal case
NOT required to register as sex offender (we are now taking applications on a case-by-case scenario – please call us at (720) 724-9544 or email getstarted@crosspurpose.org)
Willing to commit to schedule
Able and willing to work full-time after the program