As we celebrate the one year anniversary of SkillUp, we sat down with our Executive Director to reflect back on what the organization has accomplished in this past year, learn what compelled him to join SkillUp, and learn about where SkillUp is headed in the future....
Making a decision to change careers or reassess your career can be confusing, intimidating, and even daunting. Quite often, the hardest part can be getting started. You may see jobs and careers that look like a good fit for you but knowing where to start, and how to...
Did you know? SkillUp has over 10 healthcare training pathways in our network. The healthcare industry has remained resilient through the pandemic and is seeing continued growth and stability. This is in part due to the shift in patient care needs, the demand for...
Did you know SkillUp brings together over 60 world-class organizations in our ecosystem?Founded in 2020, SkillUp Coalition is a nonprofit composed of over 60 training and education providers, employers, tech firms, and philanthropies. SkillUp is dedicated to helping...
In our last blog, we broke down how to work from home in a traditional route. In this series, we will explore another route to remote work. This blog will explain how to learn new skills and contract out your skills. What is an Independent Contractor? You might have...
What is Earn and LearnSkillUp is committed to providing career growth for frontline workers to pivot into secure, stable industries. Our platform lists hundreds of free and low-cost training programs in a variety of fields. These flexible programs are intended to be...
Information Technology: The industry for problem solversThinking about switching careers? Do you enjoy tackling issues related to technology, troubleshooting, and problem-solving? IT might be just the industry for you! But what skills are required to enter this...
Databases are everywhere and there is a high demand for manpower to manage themDo you ever wonder how when you call your credit card company or cell phone company for customer service, they are able to hold so much information about you and your history with them in...
Work From Home.. Solving The MysteryWe know you have heard the term before, especially over the course of this last year with the momentous shift toward remote work that resulted from the pandemic. But how exactly do you find an industry that allows you to work from...
Health care continues to be one of the top recession-proof industries. Learn how Lupe transitioned from working as a banquet server, to becoming a medical billing specialist at Kaiser Permanente. Deciding to make a change for a secure futureLupe grew up in the Napa...
The journey to re-launch your career begins with a single step Making a decision to learn new skills and upskill into a new career path is no small feat. Upskilling is a journey that requires time and dedication, but with the proper support, the road to your...
The job market has changed dramatically in the last 12 months. The pandemic turned things upside down that were already wobbly. 10 months ago, COVID-19 ripped through the United States. In a short time span, the pandemic flipped the economy upside down. This resulted...
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