DRIVE YOUR CAREER! Get started with 10 weeks of hands-on training that includes job placement assistance!
Aug 03 - Oct 09, 2026
Business Professional Pathways
Monday, July 13, 2026 to Friday, September 18, 2026
Monday:
9:00 am - 11:00 am
Additional 10 hours per week independent work
Tuesday:
9:00 am - 11:00 am
Wednesday:
9:00 am - 11:00 am
Thursday:
9:00 am - 11:00 am
Friday:
9:00 am - 11:00 am
Jumpstart your office career today! Get started with 10 weeks of training that includes job placement assistance.
- Train for positions including administrative assistant, information desk clerk, medical office, insurance claims, customer service, and more.
- Explore career pathways and land a job in an office setting.
- Learn foundational project management concepts and how to build your career.
- Build skills in technology, professional communication, productivity tools, and corporate culture through group and independent online learning.
- Get insights and guidance from business professionals, employers, and industry experts.
- Participate in first-round interviews with employers to kick-start your career.
- Professional career coaching and assistance with resumes, applications, interviewing, job search, retention and advancement.
Online or Virtual Information
Interactive online training with an instructor, career navigator and peers.
How to Participate
Apply early! We start admission interviews for this training 4-6 weeks prior to class start.
Learn more and apply online at https://www.gesmn.org/training
We start a new Business class approximately every 12 weeks, so apply today!
Outcomes
- We will help you find employment, assist you in maintaining your new position and even support you in career advancement and additional training opportunities.
- We will explore resources such as transportation, housing, childcare, and equipment that may be needed in order to work in your chosen field.
Learn more about occupations related to this training
Program Costs
Training available at NO COST to eligible students
Eligibility Requirements
- 18 years of age or older
- Committed to working in the industry
- Not enrolled in school
- HS Diploma or GED
- Score at a 9th grade or higher in reading; 7th grade or higher in math
- Take typing and computer assessments
- No felonies, misdemeanors decided on a case-by-case basis
- Eligible to work in the United States
- MN resident; Twin Cities Metro or live within 30 miles of Hutchinson, Mankato, Rochester, St. Cloud or Wilmar
- Consistent access to the internet; and reliable device to access online classes
Who to Contact for More Information
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