The Skillpoint Alliance Gateway program provided accelerated, short-term training in high-demand occupations through a combination of classroom training and hands-on skill development to adults with a high school diploma or equivalent and challenges to employment. The training program used a worksite style environment and convenes a “tailgate” each morning to discuss shop issues and enhance employment readiness schools. Program staff also maintained partnerships with employers to create direct opportunities for paid apprenticeship positions and employment and mentorship opportunities for employment readiness training.
The training programs lasted four to six weeks, depending on the track selected.
The program was evaluated in Travis County, TX.
The Skillpoint Alliance Gateway program provided accelerated, short-term training in high-demand occupations through a combination of classroom training and hands-on skill development to adults with a high school diploma or equivalent and challenges to employment.