PEOPLE AND PLACES
Pathways
Propel connects communities and builds systems of low-cost and publicly-funded pathways for young people to earn credentials and gain economic mobility. To do this, we have built a funding and programmatic model that can be replicated by any community nationwide.
Propel launched in New Jersey and Louisiana in 2019 with career pathways in skilled trades and healthcare. We are excited to engage with a number of employers and training partners as we create a system that seamlessly connects education and work, equipping young people with the skills, social networks, and supports they need to have stable, upwardly-mobile job, and a clear path to college if they so choose.
Pathways and Location
Propel pathways lead to careers that provide graduating seniors with the following:
. The opportunity to enter into a job within 6 weeks-9 months after graduation
. A credential that is in-demand, transferable and/or can build towards future degrees
Region
Begin working with ....
.... and continue to train
Pipefitting
Capital Region, LA
Start working as a Pipefitting helper.
Continue to attend night school to earn NCCER Pipefitting level 3 and 4 within 12 months
Electric
Capital Region, LA
Start working as an Electrical helper.
Continue to attend night school to earn NCCER Electrical level 3 and 4 within 12 months
Medical Assistant
South Jersey
North Louisiana
Start working as a Medical Assistant.
Enroll in AA in Applied Health or a Licensed Practical Nurse program, receive tuition reimbursement and earn credential within 18 – 24 months
Sterile Processing Technician
Capital Region, LA
Start working as a Sterile Processing Technician.
Enroll part-time in AAS in Surgical Technology certificate; receive tuition reimbursement and earn AAS within 2 years
Nursing Assistant
North Louisiana
Capital Region, LA
Start working as a Nursing Assistant.
Enroll in a Licensed Practical Nurse or Certified Medical Associate program; receive tuition reimbursement and earn credential within 18 – 24 months
Manufacturing Roles
North Louisiana
Rhode Island
Start working as a roll tender, packing specialist, or production laborer, or CNC machinist or operator
Enroll in an Associates Degree in Industrial Technology and earn a degree in 18-24 months or continue studying and earn a Certificate in Engineering Systems Technology in 3-6 months
Automotive Technician
Capital Region, LA
Start working as a Automotive Technician.
Enroll in an Associates Degree in Applied Science in Automotive Technology and earn a degree in 24 months
Process Technician
Rhode Island
Start working as a Process Technician.
Enroll in one of several Associate’s degree programs (e.g., Chemical Technology, Engineering Systems Technology) and earn your degree in about 24 months
Laser Technician
Western Massachusetts
Start working as a Laser Technician.
Continue studying and earn an Associate in Science in Optics and Photonics in as few as 12 months
Engineering Aid
South Jersey
Start working as an Engineering Aide.
Enroll in an Associates degree in Computer Aided Drafting & Design and earn a degree in 24 months
Technology Roles
South Jersey
Start working as a junior website developer, IT support specialist, Quality Assurance Specialist or Social Media Specialist.
Continue to earn certifications and develop your portfolio and advance on the job
Future Pathways
Retail Banking
Cybersecurity
These pathways provide Propel graduates with jobs that make between $30k-40k per year with eventual benefits