A leadership development class for individuals born outside the US who want to advance in their career or reestablish their career here in the US.
Sep 16 - Dec 04, 2025
Free! Professional Leadership Training
Tuesday, September 30, 2025 to Thursday, December 18, 2025
Tuesday:
9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In person
Wednesday:
9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In person
Thursday:
9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In person
Eligibility:
- Be born outside the US
- Be able to attend all sessions
- Be able to pass an English assessment
Expand your career potential by strengthening your leadership and management skills during our 12-week Professional Leadership Training. This class is designed for New Americans with U.S. work experience across industries.
Alongside a community of supportive peers from around the world, you will increase your confidence and abilities in presentation skills, employee management, networking and digital literacy. Throughout this experiential class and after graduation, we provide employment guidance to find a job, get a promotion, or identify additional training as needed.
Industry
How to Participate
Attending an orientation is a required step before the start of Professional Leadership Training. To get a sign up link for orientation click the link to fill out a form.
The next Online Orientation (You still need to come to an in-person English assessment at the Institute if you attend an online orientation.):
- Monday, August 25
- 6 – 7:30 p.m.
- 6 – 7:30 p.m.
- Wednesday, August 27
- 1 – 2:30 p.m.
The next In-person Orientation:
- Friday, September 5
- 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
- 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
- Tuesday, September 9
- 3 – 6 p.m.
- Friday, September 12
- 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
At the orientation you will:
- Take an English Assessment
- Be introduced to Google classroom
- Learn how to access NorthStar Digital Literacy
- Complete an application
- Connect with instructor & classmates
If you come to an online orientation, you will still need to come in person for an English assessment.
To sign up for orientation, click here
To learn more about the program click here
Outcomes
Students who complete this program will:
- Participate in professional mock interviews
- Conduct an informational interview in the industry they want to pursue
- Receive support from a Career Advancement Specialist to help advance in thier career
Program Costs
Program is free to all who are eligible.
Individuals are eligible if they were bron outside the US.
Who to Contact for More Information
Name
Lynn Thompson
Phone
Email
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