NEED COLLEGE, CAREER, AND TRAINING RESOURCES?
NEED COLLEGE, CAREER, AND TRAINING RESOURCES?
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Kimberly Simmons,
CCR Coordinator
816-425-1529
HERE’S HOW I CAN HELP:
CAREER EXPLORATION
TRAINING & COLLEGE SUPPORT
CAREER PATH CONVERSATION
CAREER PLAN & NETWORK BUILDING
COLLEGE, CAREER, AND TRAINING RESOURCES
Per Scholas is launching another free, 15-week job training program on August 31st. It’s a great fit for anyone looking for a clear, supported path into a tech career.
100% Free: Zero cost for tuition or training materials.
No Experience Needed: We teach everything from the ground up.
Outcomes: 70%+ employment attainment rate post-graduation.
Requirements: Age 18+ and a High School Diploma or GED.
Career Support: Hands-on assistance to help them secure entry-level tech roles.
Applications are now open for the Fall 2026 Seamstress Training Program!
Our next session will begin October 5th/ or 12th – December 7th/ or 14th 2026 – applications are now being accepted. Once received and reviewed applicants will be contacted to set up a skills assessment starting the week of September 14th , 2026 – May 28th , 2026. Be on the lookout for a follow up email to schedule your assessment. After you have completed your assessment, you will receive an additional email notifying of your Acceptance/Denial into the program. Class will meet on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays of each week from 9am-3pm, Make sure you are open to those days and times throughout the duration of the 10-weeks.
The total cost of the program is $5,150. We are currently working with multiple organizations to provide student scholarships for those accepted into the program needing financial assistance. If assistance is needed be sure to fill in the space provided on the application, and a follow-up email will be sent with more information.
Request an application or ask questions by emailing programs@rightfullysewn.com or in person at: 7320 Prospect Ave Kansas City, MO 64132
College & Career Readiness Next Steps Resources
College & Career Readiness Next Steps Resources
Apprenticeship Programs (Find apprenticeship programs)
Agilities Tool (discover your work strengths and interests)
CareerOneStop Website (Career exploration, training, and jobs)
College Planning Tool (Plan for college, pay for college, and finish a degree tool)
EOC (Educational Opportunity Center) (Helping community members navigate their college journey: FASFA, academic counseling, and college applications support)
COABE Foundation Funds (Emergency grants & first generation scholarships)
MoJobs (Job Search Tool)
MOKAN Goodwill (Bridge to Technology,
Certified Manufacturing Associate (CMfgA) Certification Course, Digital Skills Training Classes, Reentry Services, Job Guidance, Interview Coaching, and Resume Writing Assistance)
GreatJobs KC (Funding resource for college and short-term training)
Women's Employment Network (Assisting with employment preparation, self-employment through entrepreneurship, business growth, and access to capital for your business. Educational courses, workshops and seminars, one-on-one counseling, networking, mentoring, and referrals to additional community resources may be available to our clients.)
(Finding & learning about occupations)
Full Employment Council (Job and training support)
Technology-related Training
Technology-related Training
GreatJobs KC (funding resource for college and training)
FEC training interest form (healthcare, IT, manufacturing, business, etc)
Goodwill Bridge to Technology (exploring jobs within the IT field)
Healthcare-related Training
Healthcare-related Training
GreatJobs KC (funding resource for college and training)
FEC training interest form (healthcare, IT, manufacturing, business, etc)
Construction-related Training
Construction-related Training
Builder's Association (construction and painting apprenticeship opportunities)
Strategic Workforce Development (construction training)
Missouri Works Initiative (pre-apprenticeship construction training)
Mid-America Carpenter's Regional Council (carpenter's program)
Urban League Project Pathways (free pre-apprenticeship construction program for disadvantaged men & women)
Other Training
Other Training
Warehouseman (warehouse and administrative/supply chain)
Green Core Training (preparing community members for environmental jobs and career pathways)
New Reflections (helping community members obtain training to start a strong career pathway: CDL, Bookkeeping/Accounting, Culinary, Administrative Assistant, Computer User Support, and Construction Fundamentals)
Strategic Workforce Development (Pre-apprenticeship construction training program)
Center of Workforce Inclusion (training and retraining services to assist older adults ages 50 plus to gain employment)
AARP Foundation Senior Community Service Employment Program (employment opportunities for ages 55+)
UMKC Innovation Lab (Entrepreneurship Resource)
Missouri Apprentice Ready (Pre-apprenticeship Construction program- explore different construction trades)
Verizon Skill Forward Training
Verizon Skill Forward Training
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