These inspirational stories are all from the dedicated parents, students, and graduates we have the privilege to help each day.
Adriana wanted to be a professional – somebody knowledgeable, respectable, and helpful. The thing is, her only real experience was working in cleaning jobs. As a recent graduate from our Call Center Professionals course, however, Adriana’s earned the foothold she needs to pursue her passions. Every week, Adriana learned something new, and each topic was … See details
As the single father of a four-year-old boy, Nick wants his son to have the same kind of security that he had growing up. His dad is a lifelong truck driver, and his parents were – and are – always there for him. When he decided to follow in his father’s footsteps by earning his … See details
Congratulations to Vanessa, who recently started her new job! After five years as a stay-at-home mom, getting back into the workplace was like entering a new world. For Vanessa’s family, though, it also means entering a new phase of life. “Before having children, I was successful in the workplace and had a bit of college … See details
Six months ago, if you’d asked Sam about his future, asking for help wouldn’t have made the list. Sam’s spent a lifetime cultivating a strong work ethic – he’s well-educated, had a stable work history, and supported his family with a career in IT. “I thought these things would protect me from unemployment,” he explains, … See details
With a baby at home and another on the way, Cecilia couldn’t pull 12-hour shifts with mandatory overtime anymore. She’d worked in production for the past two years and earned a promotion to line lead. Nonetheless, Cecilia realized that her family’s well-being depended on finding a different work environment. She left her job on good … See details
“I love helping people out and always want to be there to help others through their rough times in life,” Michele tells us. Unfortunately, “because of this drive to help others, I let myself fall by the wayside until I was so empty that I did not even recognize myself anymore!” she exclaims. One year … See details
Hailey was just a year out of high school when she took the first steps toward her dreams. She was working part-time, saving for school, while living with her parents. “I was very nervous and unsure of my future,” she tells us. “I was on my own financially and did not know what support and … See details
Kathleen started working in dental offices over 25 years ago. At the time, it didn’t require a diploma, so she left high school, started her family, and maintained a steady income doing what she knew and loved. When 2020 rolled around and she lost her job, however, it was tough getting back. A lot of … See details
