Human Services

Free Career Training: Starting April 2026

Training, education, certifications for a career in Human Services

Average Starting Wage: $20-22/hour

TRAINING & CERTIFICATIONS INCLUDES:

• Introduction and role of a Community Support Specialist in Human Services
• Northstar Digital Literacy certificates
• Customer service and terminology
• Business professionalism and leading in Human Services
• Coaching, counseling, and navigating resources

REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma/GED
• Low income household eligibility
• Subject to criminal background check as positions vary in policies
• Seeking employment in Human Services
• 1 year of recent customer service experience

Benefits:

• Employer networking experience
• Average starting wage of industry employment $20-22/hour
• Wraparound support including interview clothing, fuel, or bus cards.
• Job coach & internship placement support

TRAINING LOCATION: 
Hired North Loop Office
217 Fifth Ave N, Third Floor
Minneapolis, MN 55401

TRAINING DETAILS: 
Dates: April 6 – May 14, 2026
Hybrid (half in person, half online)
4 days/week for 6 weeks
Monday – Thursday, 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM

Apply Now!
Download the Career Pathways program application. Return the completed application to Career.Pathways@Hired.org or fax to 612-338-1375. You will be contacted by an employment counselor within five days of sending your application.

This program is supported by Hired, MN Department of Education and Employment, Century College, Touchstone Mental Health, People Incorporated, Northside Achievement Zone.