CareerPoint
Paid Professional Development Training
The 2025 CareerPoint Healthcare cohort with their completion certificates after graduation at the Overture Center on March 27. Pictured (left-right): Front - Jainae and Shakira. Back - Manizha, Natalie, and Jose.
CareerPoint Counselor (left) Nicole Knox with Jainae (right), a graduate of the 2025 CareerPoint Healthcare cohort.
About CareerPoint
CareerPoint is dedicated to preparing young professionals ages 18-24 for success and guiding them into career-track employment. CareerPoint is built in partnership with local training providers and employers as a bridge for young people to explore and get into high-demand industries. Learn new concepts and strengthen your skills in this 6-week professional development training while earning a stipend! Once participants feel confident and ready to implement those new skills in the workforce, they will engage in additional training hosted by one of our community partners and have the ability to interview for open positions within our employment partners. Every step of the way, participants are supported by their employer and CareerPoint team.
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Our current career tracks include:
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HealthCare - Professional training to prepare for CNA, Pharmacy Tech, and other pathways into high-paying careers in healthcare. - Feb 2025
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Early Childhood Education - This program is designed to enhance skills and foster lifelong learning for Wisconsin Child Care professionals. - June - 2025
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Financial and Customer Service - 6-week professional training with financial service industry partners. Open doors to a career in a credit union, bank, or insurance company. - October 2025
The CareerPoint Early Childhood Education cohort is FULL. Check back in the late summer to apply for the Financial and Customer Service Cohort.
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Eligibility
Ages 18–24 in Dane County
High school diploma or GED/HSED
Program Outcomes
Essential Skills Training
Learn professional skills such as communication and workplace etiquette that will help you navigate modern careers. This training will be 6 weeks, part-time with a morning schedule, and you will earn a stipend upon completion.
Opening Doors
After completing Essential Skills training, you will have an opportunity to interview with our industry partners for full-time, entry-level professional positions .
Mentorship
Every step of the way, your OFS team will be with you to troubleshoot problems, provide support, and celebrate every victory. Even after program completion, your coordinator will continue providing guidance to ensure your success.
