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Hawkeye Center, 1501 East Orange Road, Waterloo, IA 50701-8015

Hawkeye Community College

This program provides needs-based tuition assistance for approved short-term continuing education training programs for in-demand occupations. Since non-credit programs are not eligible for federal financial aid, this program is designed to bridge the funding gap for individuals that meet program and income guidelines to complete short-term training programs. The following short-term, high-demand career training programs are approved for Gap Tuition Assistance:
  • Class A Commercial Driver's License Certificate
  • Certified Professional Medical Coder
  • Certified Nursing Assistant
  • CNC Machining
  • Construction Equipment Operator
  • Industrial Maintenance
  • Introduction to Construction Trades
  • Patient Access and Front Desk
  • Pharmacy Technician
  • Production Welding
Tuition assistance for this program is based on financial need and the ability to complete a program and gain full-time employment. If participants receive food assistance, they may qualify to participate in free training. The program was developed to help individuals learn skills for in-demand jobs that pay a higher wage.

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United Way of the Midlands
2700 College Road, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

Iowa Western Community College Adult Learning Center

Free short-term career training program for Iowa residents who are unemployed and underemployed needing gainful employment.

Financial assistance may include program tuition and books, required fees, materials and other services. The program provides resources to Iowa residents who would otherwise not be able to afford career training.

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United Way of the Midlands
2301 Hickman Road, Des Moines, IA 50310

Freedom for Youth Ministries - Des Moines

Offers work training to young men and women 18-25. Program offers opportunities in job training, goal setting, life skill classes, and discipleship.

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United Way of the Midlands
500 42nd Street, Suite 6, Rock Island, IL 61201

American Job Center - Rock Island

Workforce development through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). Provides job training and job-seeking assistance to economically disadvantaged persons, dislocated workers, and youth.

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United Way of the Midlands
3505 L Street, Omaha, NE 68107

Goodwill Industries - Goodwill Training Center (Stockyard Plaza)

Offers free Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) classes to individuals interested in finding employment in healthcare. The two-week CNA training course covers essential skills for patient care, including healthcare basics, patient assistance, vital sign monitoring, infection control, nursing procedures, communication, safety, medical terminology, ethics, and specialized care.

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United Way of the Midlands
300 West Broadway, Suite 13, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

IowaWORKS Center - Council Bluffs

Social Security’s Ticket to Work program supports career development for Social Security disability beneficiaries age 18 through 64 who want to work. The Ticket program is free and voluntary. The Ticket program helps people with disabilities progress toward financial independence.

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United Way of the Midlands
15260 Truman Street, IHCC North Campus, Ottumwa, IA 52501

IowaWORKS Center - Ottumwa

Social Security’s Ticket to Work program supports career development for Social Security disability beneficiaries age 18 through 64 who want to work. The Ticket program is free and voluntary. The Ticket program helps people with disabilities progress toward financial independence.

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United Way of the Midlands
1801 East Kimberly Road, Suite A, Davenport, IA 52807

IowaWORKS Center - Davenport

Social Security’s Ticket to Work program supports career development for Social Security disability beneficiaries age 18 through 64 who want to work. The Ticket program is free and voluntary. The Ticket program helps people with disabilities progress toward financial independence.

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United Way of the Midlands
310 Armour Road, Suite 205, Kansas City, MO 64116

American Indian Council - Kansas City Office

Provides American Indian employment and training programs. 

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United Way of the Midlands
217 West 5th Street, Spencer, IA 51301

IowaWORKS Center - Spencer

Social Security’s Ticket to Work program supports career development for Social Security disability beneficiaries age 18 through 64 who want to work. The Ticket program is free and voluntary. The Ticket program helps people with disabilities progress toward financial independence.

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United Way of the Midlands
203 East Stolley Park Road, Suite A, Grand Island, NE 68801

American Job Center - Grand Island

Employment services including job matching and referral, job search and job placement assistance, career guidance and assessment, employer services, labor market information, apprenticeships, veteran services, resume design, interview skills development, and a variety of other programs and services.

Computers with internet available.

Many services also apply to out-of-school individuals ages 14-24 with employment barriers, including:

-- Paid work experience, summer employment, and on-the-job training opportunities

-- Tuition assistance

-- On site tutoring

-- Support services to assist with application fees, enrollment fees, work attire, school or work supplies, etc.

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United Way of the Midlands
105 East Norfolk Avenue, Suite 120, Norfolk, NE 68701

Norfolk Job Center

Employment services including job matching and referral, job search and job placement assistance, career guidance and assessment, employer services, labor market information, apprenticeships, veteran services, resume design, interview skills development, and a variety of other programs and services.

Computers with internet available.

Many services also apply to out-of-school individuals ages 14-24 with employment barriers, including:

-- Paid work experience, summer employment, and on-the-job training opportunities

-- Tuition assistance

-- On site tutoring

-- Support services to assist with application fees, enrollment fees, work attire, school or work supplies, etc.

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United Way of the Midlands
2508 4th Street, Sioux City, IA 51101

IowaWORKS Center - Sioux City

Social Security’s Ticket to Work program supports career development for Social Security disability beneficiaries age 18 through 64 who want to work. The Ticket program is free and voluntary. The Ticket program helps people with disabilities progress toward financial independence.

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United Way of the Midlands
1501 Plum Creek Parkway, Suite 3, Lexington, NE 68850

Lexington Job Center

Employment services including job matching and referral, job search and job placement assistance, career guidance and assessment, employer services, labor market information, apprenticeships, veteran services, resume design, interview skills development, and a variety of other programs and services.

Computers with internet available.

Many services also apply to out-of-school individuals ages 14-24 with employment barriers, including:

-- Paid work experience, summer employment, and on-the-job training opportunities

-- Tuition assistance

-- On site tutoring

-- Support services to assist with application fees, enrollment fees, work attire, school or work supplies, etc.

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United Way of the Midlands
5355 Northwest 86th Street, Johnston, IA 50131

Goodwill of Central Iowa

Offers to improves the quality of life of individuals by providing training, education and employment programs. SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT assists those who have barriers to employment in obtaining and maintaining employment in the community. DAY SERVICES is for adults with a diagnosed disability to work on their independent living skills in a stimulating and community integrated environment. Participants have opportunities to plan activities, volunteer, learn to self-advocate and have fun with a group of their peers. **PAID SKILLS TRAINING listed separately.

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United Way of the Midlands
2508 East 4th Street, Sioux City, IA 51101

American Indian Council - Sioux City

Provides American Indian employment and training programs. 

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United Way of the Midlands
2120 North 30th Street, Omaha, NE 68111

No More Empty Pots Food Hub

The Culinary Certificate Program equips participants with skills to prepare for a career in the food and beverage industry through culinary skills training, career development, and stipends for transportation and child care.

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United Way of the Midlands
1700 South 1st Avenue, Suite 11B, Iowa City, IA 52240

IowaWORKS Center - Iowa City

Social Security’s Ticket to Work program supports career development for Social Security disability beneficiaries age 18 through 64 who want to work. The Ticket program is free and voluntary. The Ticket program helps people with disabilities progress toward financial independence.

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United Way of the Midlands
917 Wildwood Lane, Room 104, Nebraska City, NE 68410

Nebraska City Job Center

Employment services including job matching and referral, job search and job placement assistance, career guidance and assessment, employer services, labor market information, apprenticeships, veteran services, resume design, interview skills development, and a variety of other programs and services.

Computers with internet available.

Many services also apply to out-of-school individuals ages 14-24 with employment barriers, including:

-- Paid work experience, summer employment, and on-the-job training opportunities

-- Tuition assistance

-- On site tutoring

-- Support services to assist with application fees, enrollment fees, work attire, school or work supplies, etc.

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United Way of the Midlands
27 South State Avenue, Freeport, IL 61032

Regional Office of Education #8 (Carroll, Jo Daviess, Stephenson) - Stephenson FEP

Offers school bus driver training and refresher courses. Two types of trainings are offered, the initial bus driver training (8 hours) for new school bus drivers and refresher workshops (2 hours) which is required before the new school year. 

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United Way of the Midlands
4805 North 72nd Street, Omaha, NE 68134

Goodwill Industries, Inc., Serving Eastern Nebraska and Southwest Iowa

Offers a national pre-apprenticeship educational, leadership, development and occupational skills-training program for disadvantaged and at-risk youth ages 16–24. This community-based pre-apprenticeship program provides job training and educational opportunities for youth who previously dropped out of high school.

In the program, young adults learn vocational skills in construction and provide community service through the required construction or rehabilitation of affordable housing for low-income or homeless families in their own communities. Youth split their time between the vocational training work site and the classroom, where they earn their high school diploma or equivalency degree, learn to become community leaders, and prepare for post-secondary training opportunities, including college, apprenticeships and employment. YouthBuild includes significant support systems, such as mentoring, follow-up education, employment and personal counseling services; participation in community service; and civic engagement.

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United Way of the Midlands
1426 6th Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50314

Saint Vincent de Paul - 6th Avenue

Offers day, pre-employment training program for individuals entering or re-entering the workforce. Resumes, workplace skills development, mock interviews, and direct connections to employers.

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United Way of the Midlands
105 North E Street, Monmouth, IL 61462

Regional Office of Education #33 - Monmouth

Offers bus driver training courses, including a segment of first aid procedures and school bus driver safety. Courses include 8-hour initial training for all new school bus drivers prior to getting a bus permit. Also includes, 2-hour refresher workshop in the 12-month period prior to renew a school bus permit.

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United Way of the Midlands
1330 N Street, Suite A, Lincoln, NE 68508

American Job Center - Lincoln

Employment services including job matching and referral, job search and job placement assistance, career guidance and assessment, employer services, labor market information, apprenticeships, veteran services, resume design, interview skills development, and a variety of other programs and services.

Computers with internet available.

Many services also apply to out-of-school individuals ages 14-24 with employment barriers, including:

-- Paid work experience, summer employment, and on-the-job training opportunities

-- Tuition assistance

-- On site tutoring

-- Support services to assist with application fees, enrollment fees, work attire, school or work supplies, etc.

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United Way of the Midlands
1025 Kirkwood Parkway SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

IowaWORKS Center - Cedar Rapids

Social Security’s Ticket to Work program supports career development for Social Security disability beneficiaries age 18 through 64 who want to work. The Ticket program is free and voluntary. The Ticket program helps people with disabilities progress toward financial independence.

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United Way of the Midlands