Workforce Development

Cherry Creek Innovation Campus

MISSION:
Revolutionizing the student experience in college and career preparedness.

Pathways/Programs/Courses:
Advanced manufacturing, business services, health & wellness, hospitality & tourism, infrastructure engineering, IT & STEAM, transportation.

OFFERINGS:
Opportunity to earn college credit and/or industry-recognized certifications; partners with CareerWise Colorado.

FOUNDED: 2019
WEBSITE: https://www.cherrycreekschools.org/ccic

Cherry Creek School District

MISSION:
To inspire every student to think, to learn, to achieve, to care.

Pathways/Programs/Courses:
Career and technical education, STEM & Innovation, College and career preparedness programs

OFFERINGS:
67 schools, serving 55,000 students in 8 municipalities.

FOUNDED: 1955
WEBSITE: https://www.cherrycreekschools.org/

Chick TECH Denver

MISSION:
ChickTech is dedicated to retaining women in the technology workforce and increasing the number of women and girls pursuing technology-based careers.

Pathways/Programs/Courses:
STEM

OFFERINGS:
K-12 workshops, networking, job board.

Participating Employers/Company Partners:
https://chicktech.org/for-companies/

FOUNDED: 2012
EMAIL: https://denver.chicktech.org/contact-us/
WEBSITE: https://denver.chicktech.org/

Colorado Succeeds

MISSION:
To enhance and sustain a skills-based talent development network that meets the needs of employers, workers, job seekers, and learners for today and tomorrow.

Pathways/Programs/Courses:
STEM

OFFERINGS:
Succeeds Prize, Teacher Externships, Computer Science Upskilling, Computer Science Resources, Expanding Industry Credentials, STEM connectory, STEM endorsed diploma, Apprenticeships

FOUNDED: 2006
For Educators: https://coloradosucceeds.org/educators/
EMAIL: info@coloradosucceeds.org
WEBSITE: https://coloradosucceeds.org/

Couragion

MISSION:
Couragion’s mission is to inspire underrepresented students to pursue science, technology, engineering, & math (STEM) pathways and provide educators the confidence and skills to succeed in the classroom.

Pathways/Programs/Courses:
Technology, manufacturing, engineering, business;

OFFERINGS:
Virtual career & job shadowing for grades 4-8; pathway skill building for middle and high school; career literacy; educator professional learning & support (partner with mindSpark Learning)

FOUNDED: 1998
EMAIL:  info@couragion.com
PHONE: 720-460-1744
WEBSITE: https://www.couragion.com/

Douglas County School District

MISSION:
The mission of the Douglas County School District is to provide an educational foundation that allows each student to reach his or her individual potential.

Pathways/Programs/Courses:
Career and technical education, concurrent enrollment, work-based learning programs.

OFFERINGS:
89 schools, serving 66,000 students.

WEBSITE: https://www.dcsdk12.org/

Explorative Pathways For Innovative Careers (EPIC) Campus

MISSION:
Work is underway on the Explorative Pathways for Innovative careers “EPIC” Campus. EPIC will Provide dynamic, interactive, and innovative programming in several career paths.

OFFERINGS:
Career Paths: Aerospace, business and entrepreneurship, computer science, construction trades, healthcare, and natural resources (more career pathways will be added in the future).

FOUNDED: 2023
WEBSITE: https://littletonpublicschools.net/explorative-pathways-innovative-careers-epic-campus

Girl Scouts of Colorado

MISSION:
Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place.

Pathways/Programs/Courses:
Fun, friendships and new adventures are what Girl Scouts is all about. Girls make new friends, challenge themselves, write their own stories, and take action to change the world for the better.

OFFERINGS:
STEM, Outdoors, Life Skills, and Entrepreneurship.

FOUNDED: 1917
WEBSITE: https://www.girlscoutsofcolorado.org/

Girls Inc. of Metro Denver

MISSION:
The mission of Girls Inc. of Metro Denver (GIMD) is to inspired all girls to be strong, smart, and bold.

Pathways/Programs/Courses:
STEM, age-appropriate financial & economic literacy, nutrition & healthy living, mentoring, academic tutoring, college preparedness.

OFFERINGS:
STEM Eureka! program: 5 year, participate in two 4-week summer programs on a college campus (after 7th and 8th grade); Complete two paid summer internships (after 9th and 10th grade); Have the opportunity to go on an abroad experience after 11th grade; Engage in monthly engagement activities during the school year; Be eligible to apply for college scholarships through Girls Inc. of Metro Denver and the national Girls Inc. organization.

FOUNDED: 1983
EMAIL: info@gidenver.org
PHONE: 303-893-4363
WEBSITE: https://www.girlsincdenver.org/

Girls who CODE (Denver)

MISSION:
Girls Who Code is a national non-profit organization working to close the gender gap in technology. Our programs educate, equip, and inspire girls with the computing skills they’ll need to pursue 21st century opportunities.

Pathways/Programs/Courses:
Coding, Python, CSS, HTML, wireframing, debugging, algorithm.

OFFERINGS:
Free, clubs, 2-week immersive campus program, presence in 44 schools in Colorado

Participating Employers/Company Partners:
https://girlswhocode.com/get-involved/partner

FOUNDED: 2012
WEBSITE: https://girlswhocode.com/

Junior Achievement

MISSION:
To inspire and prepare young people to succeed in a global economy.

Pathways/Programs/Courses:
Financial literacy, career readiness, entrepreneurship programs

OFFERINGS:
Programs for elementary, middle school and high school; JA Finance Park, JA Business Week, JA Stock Market Challenge, Denver Startup Week Youth Pass

Participating Employers/Company Partners:
Responsible for the continuous improvement of the workforce system, oversight of Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act funds, and ensuring a

FOUNDED: 1950
CONTACT INFO: https://www.jacolorado.org/contact-us/
PHONE: 303-534-5252
WEBSITE: https://www.jacolorado.org/

KidsTek

MISSION:
KidsTek prepares students for academic, career and personal success by increasing tech literacy at Colorado’s highest-needs schools.

Pathways/Programs/Courses:
Three different programs involving Elementary, Middle, and High School. All surround introducing and strengthening students skills in technology, to prepare them for the future.

OFFERINGS:
Technology curriculum, project-based learning, certification, college-level credit.

FOUNDED: 2009
EMAIL:  info@KidsTek.org
PHONE: 303-818-1474
WEBSITE: https://kidstek.org/

mindSpark Learning

MISSION:
Preparing students for the modern workforce: We provide industry with an emerging talent pipeline that possesses the problem-solving and critical thinking skills necessary for future careers, and believe education and industry connections are paramount to this future.

Pathways/Programs/Courses:
Our disruption cycle challenges you to think and act differently by creating viable, long-term solutions through: Stem, Leadership Training, Sports & Coaching, and Couragion.

OFFERINGS:
Training for schools and education professionals in K-12.

Participating Employers/Company Partners:
https://www.mymindsparklearning.org/our-network

FOUNDED: 2007
EMAIL: ask@mymindsparklearning.org
PHONE: 303-963-5390
WEBSITE: https://www.mymindsparklearning.org/

Tackle STEM

MISSION:
The Denver Broncos and Ranger Energy Services invite you to join us in our efforts to help students Tackle STEM. We are partnering with organizations such as Colorado State University’s Little Shop of Physics, Learn Fresh, RAFT Colorado, Ten80 Education and others to create hands on activities and positive learning experiences based on Denver Broncos and football content.

Pathways/Programs/Courses:
Datathon, Little Shop of Physics, Football by the Numbers, Ten80 Expo, Mile High Math First and 10, Mile High Math Season.

WEBSITE: https://www.denverbroncos.com/tacklestem/

A/D Works: Generations@Work!

MISSION:
The Generation@Work! Program offers access to a Career Advisor to assist in creating a job search and employment strategy

Pathways/Programs/Courses:
Services include: intro assessment of your situation, skills, and interests; access to assessments to define skills and interests; workshops to improve job seeking skills; referral to training options; access to resume critiques and mock interview opportunities; connections to networking opportunities; professional development resources to improve your presentation; resources to help job seekers find positions of interest; and referral to additional job search materials.

OFFERINGS:
Offerings include job board opportunities and networking groups.

WEBSITE: https://www.adworks.org/job-seekers/programs/generationswork/

CareerWise Colorado

MISSION:
CareerWise Colorado’s mission is to create opportunities for youth and businesses across Colorado by developing and supporting an innovative, sustainable youth apprenticeship program. Through this business-led, student-centered model, CareerWise Colorado brings together public and private stakeholders to ensure that students have access to the skills and knowledge they need for financial and academic success, and that businesses have access to highly-trained talent.

Pathways/Programs/Courses:
Education, IT, business operations, healthcare, hospitality, financial services, advanced manufacturing.

OFFERINGS:
3-year program; High school classes, on the job training, additional coursework.

Participating Employers/Company Partners:
https://www.careerwisecolorado.org/en/business/current-employers/

FOUNDED: 2016
CONTACT INFO: https://www.careerwisecolorado.org/en/business/contact-us/
WEBSITE: https://www.careerwisecolorado.org/en/

Denver Opportunity Youth Initiative

MISSION:
Through the Denver Opportunity Youth Initiative (DOYI) nonprofit, government and business organizations are partnering to create a pipeline for opportunity youth that begins with securing support services like housing and affordable child care and extends to education and training opportunities, work experience and eventually job placement.

OFFERINGS:
GED Plus pilot program (Emily Griffith, PUSH Academy, Summit Academy); Workforce navigator; Workforce intermediary.

FOUNDED: 2015
CONTACT INFO: https://denverchamber.org/about-us/affiliates-doyi/
PHONE: 303-620-8064
WEBSITE: https://denverchamber.org/about-us/affiliates-doyi/

DPS Career Connect

MISSION:
Our goal is to help students identify their passions, explore what they love doing and consider making a career out of it.

Pathways/Programs/Courses:
Business, Engineering, Healthcare, Hospitality, Public Safety, Education, Technology, Creative, Advanced Manufacturing.

OFFERINGS:
Programs are free for DPS students; Virtual Exploration (grades 6-10), Spark Industry Introduction (middle school), Xplore Industry Exploration (grade 9), Coach Mentoring (grade 10), Launch Internship (grades 11-12), Youth Apprenticeship (grades 11-12); Launch Interns are provided a buss pass, assistance for work clothes is available.

WEBSITE: https://collegeandcareer.dpsk12.org/what-is-dps-careerconnect/

AdvanceEDU

MISSION:
AdvanceEDU works with students to earn debt-free degrees from accredited, nonprofit colleges offering programs that are flexible and conveniently fit into your life. We provide personalized support and help students build a career at the same time.

Pathways/Programs/Courses:
Associates of Arts Degree in Healthcare Management; Associates of Arts Degree in General Studies; Bachelor of Arts Degree in Communication; Bachelor of Arts Degree in Management; Bachelor of Arts Degree in Healthcare Management.

OFFERINGS:
Associates of Arts Degree in Healthcare Management; Associates of Arts Degree in General Studies; Bachelor of Arts Degree in Communication; Bachelor of Arts Degree in Management; Bachelor of Arts Degree in Healthcare Management.

FOUNDED: 2020
EMAIL: hello@myAdvanceEDU.org
PHONE: 303-531-3423
WEBSITE: https://myadvanceedu.org/

Arapahoe Community College

MISSION:
To provide innovative and responsive educational and economic opportunities in an accessible, inclusive environment that promotes success for students, employees and the community.

Pathways/Programs/Courses:
https://www.arapahoe.edu/departments-and-programs/degrees-and-certificates

OFFERINGS:
Associate degree, certificates, the pathway to a 4-year institution.

FOUNDED: 1965
WEBSITE: https://www.arapahoe.edu/

Arapahoe Community College Sturm Collaboration Campus

MISSION:
Whether you’re looking to earn your associate degree, transfer to a 4-year school, complete a certificate program, or join an apprenticeship program, the Sturm Collaboration Campus offers day and evening courses to help you reach your career goals

Pathways/Programs/Courses:
Pathways: Business, Health, Technology

OFFERINGS:
Our partnership with Douglas County School District allows you to start on your career path with college classes at your high school in ACC’s Concurrent Enrollment Program. You can then earn an ACC associate degree, certificate, or join with one of our community industry partners in an apprenticeship program. The Sturm Campus is also your place, close to home, for bachelor’s degrees in Business, Health and Technology from Colorado State University.

FOUNDED: 2019
WEBSITE: https://www.arapahoe.edu/about-acc/locations/castle-rock

Arapahoe Community College Workforce & Community Programs

MISSION:
To provide innovative and responsive educational and economic opportunities in an accessible, inclusive environment that promotes success for students, employees and the community.

Pathways/Programs/Courses:

Workforce and Community Programs: community education programs, apprenticeships, business partnerships and training, Career Forward, career training programs, and continuing education programs.

FOUNDED: 1965
WEBSITE: https://www.arapahoe.edu/workforce-community-programs

Colorado College

MISSION:
Colorado College makes it our mission to provide the finest liberal arts education in the country.

Pathways/Programs/Courses:
https://www.coloradocollege.edu/academics/dept/

OFFERINGS:
Liberal Arts College; block plan – one class at a time for 3.5 weeks

FOUNDED: 1874
WEBSITE: https://www.coloradocollege.edu/

Colorado Community College System

MISSION:
We are the state’s largest system of higher education, serving more than 113,000 students annually at 13 colleges and over 35 locations across Colorado.

OFFERINGS:
Bridge to Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree Program – Guaranteed admission to a four-year degree in Colorado; Community Colleges include: Arapahoe Community College, Colorado Northwestern Community College, Community College of Aurora, Community College of Denver, Front Range Community College, Lamar Community College, Morgan Community College, Northeastern Junior College, Otero College, Pikes Peak Community College, Pueblo Community College, Red Rocks Community College, and Trinidad State College.

FOUNDED: 1967
WEBSITE: https://www.cccs.edu/

Colorado School of Mines

MISSION:
We, the Colorado School of Mines community, are united by our commitment to our timeless mission of educating and inspiring students from all backgrounds and advancing knowledge and innovations, with the aspiration that our graduates, ideas, actions and innovations will have a transformative impact on individuals and society, leading to shared prosperity and sustainable use of the Earth’s resources.

Pathways/Programs/Courses:
https://www.mines.edu/academics/

OFFERINGS:
Public research university dedicated to engineering and applied science; bachelor’s and master’s degrees, continuing education and professional development, K-12 student outreach program.

FOUNDED: 1874
WEBSITE: https://www.mines.edu/

Colorado State University

MISSION:
Inspired by its land-grant heritage, Colorado State University is committed to excellence, setting the standard for public research universities in teaching, research, service and extension for the benefit of the citizens of Colorado, the United States, and the world.

Pathways/Programs/Courses:
https://www.colostate.edu/academics/

OFFERINGS:
Bachelor’s and master’s degrees, continuing education.

FOUNDED: 1870
WEBSITE: https://www.colostate.edu/

Community College of Aurora

MISSION:
The Community College of Aurora serves our diverse community by providing high-quality instruction and support services to prepare students for transfer and employment.

Pathways/Programs/Courses:
https://www.ccaurora.edu/index.php/programs-classes/degrees-certificates

OFFERINGS:
Associate degree, certificates, the pathway to 4-year; getIT: accelerated IT tech and support certificate program.

FOUNDED: 1983
WEBSITE: https://www.ccaurora.edu/

Community College of Denver: Center for Workforce Initiatives

MISSION:
The Center for Workforce Initiatives (CWI) at Community College of Denver helps to connect employers, workers, students, and other community partners to develop paths toward career advancement and sustainable employment within targeted industries. Through innovative programming, CWI helps CCD to meet the educational needs of working adults and also assists our employer partners in developing a high-quality workforce.

Pathways/Programs/Courses:

Occupations and career pathways development, general work skills, access to credit and non-credit training to support development of technical skills, support services and resource partners to help you understand and resolve potential barriers to successful employment, and mentors and informal network opportunities to help you connect with employers in targeted industries.

OFFERINGS:
CWI services include Workforce Gap Assessment, talent development structure analysis, employer-sponsored program enrollment, on-site custom contract training, along with apprenticeship, internship, and employment opportunities.

FOUNDED: 1967
WEBSITE: https://www.ccd.edu/org/center-workforce-initiatives

Coursera

MISSION:
We envision a world where anyone, anywhere can transform their life by accessing the world’s best learning experience.

Pathways/Programs/Courses:
https://www.coursera.org/browse

OFFERINGS:
Online courses, specializations, certificates, and degrees from 200 universities and companies.

PARTNERS:
https://www.coursera.org/about/partners/us

FOUNDED: 2011
WEBSITE: https://www.coursera.org/

Emily Griffith Technical College

MISSION:
To prepare students for today’s workforce and tomorrow’s opportunities.

Pathways/Programs/Courses:
https://www.emilygriffith.edu/program-finder/

OFFERINGS:
Career Technical Education programs, Adult Basic Education, English Language Acquisition; Apprenticeships training division; College of Health Sciences and Administration; College of Trades, Industry and Professional Studies; College of Creative Arts & Design.

FOUNDED: 1916
WEBSITE: https://www.emilygriffith.edu/

Metropolitan State University

MISSION:
The mission of MSU Denver is to provide a high-quality, accessible, enriching education that prepares students for successful careers, post-graduate education, and lifelong learning in a multicultural, global, and technological society.

Pathways/Programs/Courses:
https://www.msudenver.edu/programs/

OFFERINGS:
Bachelor’s and master’s degrees; 34 certificates, custom-degree option; continuing education.

FOUNDED: 1965
WEBSITE: https://www.msudenver.edu/

University of Colorado

MISSION:
The University of Colorado is a public research university with multiple campuses serving Colorado, the nation, and the world through leadership in high-quality education and professional training, public service, advancing research and knowledge, and state-of-the-art health care.Each campus has a distinct role and mission as provided by Colorado law.

Pathways/Programs/Courses:
4 campuses with varying academic programs.

OFFERINGS:
Bachelor’s and master’s degrees, certificates, PhD, continuing education.

FOUNDED: 1876
WEBSITE: https://www.cu.edu/

University of Denver

MISSION:
The mission of the University of Denver is to promote learning by engaging with students in advancing scholarly inquiry, cultivating critical and creative thought, and generating knowledge. Our active partnerships with local and global communities contribute to a sustainable common good.

Pathways/Programs/Courses:
https://www.du.edu/academics

OFFERINGS:
Private; bachelor’s and master’s degrees, continuing education.

FOUNDED: 1864
WEBSITE: https://www.du.edu/

University of Denver Coding Bootcamp powered by Trilogy Education Services

MISSION:
At the University of Denver Boot Camps, you learn in-demand technologies needed to compete in web development, data analytics, UX/UI, cybersecurity and digital marketing fields. Trilogy Education is a Workforce Accelerator. We partner with the best universities in the world to create and manage skills-based training programs. Together, we’re training today’s workers with tomorrow’s skills to help companies bridge the digital skills gap.

Pathways/Programs/Courses:
Web development, data analytics, UX/UI, cybersecurity, digital marketing.

OFFERINGS:
Part-time (24 weeks) boot camps, full-time (12 weeks) boot camps, regular admissions process.

FOUNDED: 2015
WEBSITE: https://bootcamp.du.edu/

University of Northern Colorado

MISSION:
The University of Northern Colorado (the University) shall be a comprehensive baccalaureate and specialized graduate research university with selective admission standards. The University shall offer a comprehensive array of baccalaureate programs and master’s and doctoral degrees primarily in the field of education. The University has statewide authority to offer graduate programs for the preparation of educational personnel.

Pathways/Programs/Courses:
https://www.unco.edu/programs/

OFFERINGS:
Bachelor’s and master’s degrees, certificates, licensures, PhD.

FOUNDED: 1889
WEBSITE: https://www.unco.edu/

A/D Works!: Parents to Work

MISSION:
Parents to Work is and a partnership between Arapahoe County Child Support Services and A/D Works!, that is designed to help you meet obligations of child support while also being able to meet your day-to-day needs.

Pathways/Programs/Courses:

Programs include: employment assistance, career development, education and training, GED/retention and credential bonuses, social support, stability, individual child support case management, workshops, and job search workshops.

OFFERINGS:
Parents to Work offers employment, training, GED prep, and supportive services to both custodial and non-custodial parents with a child support case in Arapahoe County.

WEBSITE: https://www.adworks.org/job-seekers/programs/parents-to-work/

A/D Works!: Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act Young Adult Program

MISSION:
If you are between 16-24 years old, not attending school, and need assistance achieving your education and employment goals, the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Program can help.

OFFERINGS:
Explore your educational/employment goals: paid work experience, on-the-job training, pre-apprenticeships/apprenticeships, GED prep and basic skills upgrade, earn your high school diploma online, information about growing industries and careers, exploring post-secondary options, job search assistance, and more.

WEBSITE: https://www.adworks.org/job-seekers/programs/future-u-young-adult/

Colorado Resource Partners (CORE): WORKNOW Program

MISSION:
Colorado Resource Partners (CORE) is a collaboration of organizations working together to provide and create a pathway to construction careers and create opportunity for all people through the employment platform WORKNOW to increase family incomes and build a future workforce.

Pathways/Programs/Courses:
WORKNOW has partnered with TradeSkillsU to present a learning portal to help you build your knowledge of the technical skills and industry awareness you’ll need to succeed in the industry.

OFFERINGS:
Three course categories under: professional development, partner development, and trades training that have 13 total courses

WEBSITE: https://colocorepartners.com/

University of Denver Center for Professional Development

MISSION:
The Center of Professional Development provides quality, accessible professional education to the Front Range community. Programs are designed to develop new skills and refresh existing proficiencies so you can advance your career.

Pathways/Programs/Courses:
Mental health, organizational management and business, social work, educators, technology.

OFFERINGS:
Non-credit programs, geared toward professional growth and development (learning a new skill, advancing or shifting careers).

EMAIL: CPD@du.edu
PHONE: 303-871-4161
WEBSITE: https://www.du.edu/professional/

Women Who Code Boulder/Denver

MISSION:
Our mission is to inspire women to excel in technology careers.

OFFERINGS:
Networking and workshop events, online resources, job board.

Participating Employers/Company Partners:
https://www.womenwhocode.com/sponsors

FOUNDED: 2012
WEBSITE: https://www.womenwhocode.com/boulder-denver

ActivateIT

MISSION:
ActivateIT’s mission is to help under-served individuals achieve their fullest potential through the dignity of work. We create helping passionate, committed individuals connect with employment, and we support them with post-placement for successful retention.

Pathways/Programs/Courses:
Application Developer, Cybersecurity, Healthcare, Network Support, & Salesforce Administration

OFFERINGS:
Job-ready tech training at no cost to students (needs-based admission); ongoing career and life-skills coaching; partners with businesses for talent pipeline.

FOUNDED: 2019
EMAIL: info@activateIT.co
PHONE: 303-861-0255
WEBSITE: https://www.activateit.co/

CrossPurpose

MISSION:
CrossPurpose is a non-profit organization abolishing relational, economic, and spiritual poverty through career and community development.

Pathways/Programs/Courses:
Medical assistant, CNA, medical admin, medical billing and coding, bookkeeping, carpentry, sheet metal worker, construction, electrician, HVAC, Banking, legal secretary, admin assistant, commercial driver

OFFERINGS:
Personal development, skill training, career launch; no cost, application required.

FOUNDED: 2008
EMAIL: info@CrossPurpose.org
PHONE: 720-724-9544
WEBSITE: https://www.crosspurpose.org/

Flatiron School

MISSION:
To enable the pursuit of a better life through education.

Pathways/Programs/Courses:
Software engineering – full stack web development, career coaching

Participating Employers/Company Partners:
https://flatironschool.com/hire-our-grads/

FOUNDED: 2012
EMAIL: info@flatironschool.com
PHONE: 720-526-0570
WEBSITE: https://flatironschool.com/campuses/denver

Galvanize

MISSION:
Galvanize is a technology ecosystem for learners, entrepreneurs, startups, and established companies that meets the needs of the rapidly changing digital world.

Pathways/Programs/Courses:
Software engineering via Hack Reactor curriculum; data science via Python-based curriculum

OFFERINGS:
Coding bootcamps, military/veteran program; upskilling/reskilling courses, management workshops, curriculum as a service, coworking space, scholarships available through the Galvanize Foundation.

FOUNDED: 2012
PHONE:303-749-0110
WEBSITE: https://www.galvanize.com/

General Assembly

MISSION:
General Assembly is a pioneer in education and career transformation, specializing in today’s most in-demand skills. The leading source for training, staffing, and career transitions, we foster a flourishing community of professionals pursuing careers they love.

Pathways/Programs/Courses:
Software engineering, Data, Digital Marketing, Product Management, Design

OFFERINGS:
Course offerings vary between on-campus and online, full-time and part-time, on-demand. Offers Companies corporate training programs and a recruiting pipeline of GA grads.

Participating Employers/Company Partners:
https://generalassemb.ly/talent

FOUNDED: 2011
EMAIL: denver@generalassemb.ly
PHONE: 303-963-9936
WEBSITE: https://generalassemb.ly/locations/denver

PAIRIN

MISSION:
PAIRIN’s mission is to make everyone’s journey more relevant and equitable by unifying workforce and education.

OFFERINGS:
Hiring tool to help recruiters identify applicants that have similar soft skill to their top performers; Pro tool is a coaching tool that helps track employee professional development; Curriculum tool provides 300 online micro-lessons, 54 soft skills classroom modules, 400 combined exercises for skills development

EMAIL: info@pairin.com
PHONE:855-724-7466
WEBSITE: https://www.pairin.com/

SecureSet Denver

MISSION:
SecureSet was created for one mission: securing the future. SecureSet provides a comprehensive, immersive, and compressed cybersecurity education programs in the country.

Pathways/Programs/Courses:
Cybersecurity

OFFERINGS:
3 immersive bootcamps, 1 immersive workshop; financial aid available.

Participating Employers/Company Partners:
Partnership with Flatiron School; https://secureset.com/employer-network/

FOUNDED: 2014
EMAIL: denver@secureset.com
PHONE:1-800-445-0024
WEBSITE: https://secureset.com/

Skill Distillery

MISSION:
Skill Distillery’s coding bootcamp is an immersive, hands-on program where you learn the critical coding skills to build a lasting career not only as a web developer but as a full-stack Java application developer. Our goal is to create an environment where you can focus on building the skills you need to transition into a career you love.

Pathways/Programs/Courses:
Java programming, Java SDK, Development tools, Pair Programming.

OFFERINGS:
Coding bootcamp for Java front end and back end; scholarships available; Corporate Training; Veteran program.

Participating Employers/Company Partners:
While we do not offer placement services, we do have local hiring partners and work with placement companies.
https://skilldistillery.com/corporate-training/

FOUNDED: 2014
CONTACT INFO: https://skilldistillery.com/contact-us/
PHONE:303-302-5234
WEBSITE: https://skilldistillery.com/

Skillful a Markle Initiative

MISSION:
Skillful works with employers, educators, policymakers and others to help the nearly 70% of Americans without college degrees get good jobs based on the skills they have or the skills they can learn – creating new opportunities for success in the digital era.

OFFERINGS:
Skills-based recruitment strategies for employers; Governor’s Coaching Corps

Participating Employers/Company Partners:
https://www.skillful.com/our-partners

FOUNDED: 2016
CONTACT INFO: https://www.skillful.com/contact-us
WEBSITE: https://www.skillful.com/

TalentFOUND

MISSION:
The TalentFOUND gateway connects individuals and businesses with relevant tools and resources from the Colorado talent development network, helping students, job seekers, workers, and employers create their own unique paths to career and business success.

OFFERINGS:
Electronic gateway – central hub of Colorado talent development network to connect students, job seekers and employers with tools and resources of the talent development network, and be a resource for network affiliates to help us strengthen the network

Participating Employers/Company Partners:
https://talentfound.org/employers/

FOUNDED: 2018
CONTACT INFO: https://talentfound.org/contact/
WEBSITE: https://talentfound.org/

Techtonic Apprenticeship

MISSION:
Techtonic recruits, trains, mentors, and places software engineers. Hire or upskill your in-house team or augment staff on-demand.

Pathways/Programs/Courses:
As an apprentice, you’ll get classroom instruction, real-world experience, and mentorship. You will also gain all the cutting-edge technical and soft skills needed for a job post-program with Techtonic or one of our customers.

OFFERINGS:
14 weeks instructor-led full stack training, ongoing mentorship with senior developers, 38 weeks hands-on coding experience, and job opportunities post-program

FOUNDED: 2012
EMAIL: info@techtonic.com
PHONE: 303-223-3468
WEBSITE: https://www.linkedin.com/company/techtonicgroup/

Turing School

MISSION:
Our mission is to unlock human potential by training a diverse and inclusive student body to succeed in high fulfillment careers.

Pathways/Programs/Courses:
Front-end engineering, back-end engineering, basic coding workshops.

OFFERINGS:
7-month, full-time computer programming school; basic coding workshops; Turing+ 3-month paid fellowship for companies to test Turing grads.

Participating Employers/Company Partners:
https://terminal.turing.edu/

FOUNDED: 2013
CONTACT INFO: https://turing.edu/contact 
PHONE: 303-731-3117
WEBSITE: https://turing.edu/

A/D Works!

MISSION:
Our mission is to strategically invest in Human Capital which contributes to regional economic vitality.

OFFERINGS:
Job Seeker Services: self-directed job search, resource center, employment counseling, career and personality assessments, job readiness workshops, training opportunities/Business Development Services: customized staffing support, recruitment and placement support, upskilling/reskilling, labor market research and data.

EMAIL: info@adworks.org
PHONE:303-636-1160
WEBSITE: https://www.adworks.org/

Colorado Department of Labor and Employment

MISSION:
Working together to promote a thriving employment environment with opportunity for every Coloradan to prosper.

OFFERINGS:
State registered apprenticeship program, employer incentives and tax credits, recruiting & hiring resources, career preparedness.

FOUNDED: 1998
EMAIL: cwdc@state.co.us
PHONE: 303-318-8038
WEBSITE: https://cdle.colorado.gov/jobs-training

Colorado Workforce Development Council

MISSION:
To enhance and sustain a skills-based talent development network that meets the needs of employers, workers, job seekers, and learners for today and tomorrow.

OFFERINGS:
Responsible for the continuous improvement of the workforce system, oversight of Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act funds, and ensuring a statewide strategic vision created from the bottom up through Council members and local partners. Resources available: Technical Assistance, Guides & Frameworks, Communities of Practice, Talent Pipeline Report, Glossary

FOUNDED: 1998
EMAIL: cwdc@state.co.us
PHONE: 303-318-8038
WEBSITE: https://cwdc.colorado.gov/about/partners

Arapahoe Community College: Colorado Healthcare Collaborative

MISSION:
The Colorado Health Careers Collaborative was created to provide seamless pathways from school to employment for ages 16-24 in healthcare fields for Coloradans.

Pathways/Programs/Resources:

The Academy curriculum is focused around 6 of the fastest growing health occupations: Nursing (LPN/RN), Medical Assisting, Medical Lab Sciences (CNA/Phlebotomy), and Radiologic Technology

OFFERINGS:
This curriculum will include post-secondary certification pathways, career navigation, and innovative virtual job shadow experiences & support talent pipelines to Colorado’s largest health system.

FOUNDED: 2022
WEBSITE: https://www.arapahoe.edu/workforce-community-programs/colorado-health-careers-collaborative

Colorado Center for Nursing

MISSION:
Building upon a foundation of evidence, the Center advocates for and provides professional education, leadership development, coaching, and data analysis to continually strengthen a diverse nursing and healthcare workforce. Our defining strategy is to convene and engage the right people, at the right time, to develop and implement innovative solutions to emerging healthcare challenges.

Pathways/Programs/Resources:

https://www.coloradonursingcenter.org/center-special-initiatives/

OFFERINGS:
Nursing workforce-focused organization operating from a system- and statewide perspective while working “on the ground” with over 175 clinical and educational partners from all segments of Colorado’s healthcare workforce pipeline

FOUNDED: 2002
WEBSITE: https://www.coloradonursingcenter.org/

Colorado HELPS Healthcare Apprenticeship Program

MISSION:

The Colorado HELPS program will leverage a $12 million grant from the US Department of Labor and over a $5 million match from businesses to create 5,000 adult healthcare apprenticeships and pre-apprenticeships between 2019-2023.

Pathways/Programs/Resources:

Targeted occupations: diagnostic services career pathway, health informatics, nursing, occupational/physical therapists, and dental

OFFERINGS:
Program development and maintenance, small business wage reimbursements, and apprentice support services

FOUNDED: 2019
WEBSITE: https://internal.cccs.edu/academic-affairs/apprenticeship/co-helps/

Trailhead Institute

MISSION:

The Trailhead Institute advances innovation and collaboration in public and environment health.

OFFERINGS:
Trailhead offers: administrative partnerships, community engagement, food access & security, and a regional health connector program

FOUNDED: 2011
WEBSITE: https://trailhead.institute/