Ready to Work is unprecedented. No other city in the nation is supporting its residents like we are. With over $110 million in tuition assistance, hundreds of employers, training providers and colleges, community organizations and workforce agencies, we are in it together, for you.

Ready to Work makes continuing your education and finding a quality job easier for you. Your personal Ready to Work coach will help you with every step of the process, from understanding your specific situation, coaching you through career and education planning, enrolling and paying for your classes, increasing your confidence and soft skills, updating your resume, preparing you for interviews, connecting you to new job opportunities, and helping you thrive in your job.

Your journey begins with step one – Register online, call 3-1-1, or visit a Ready To Work Partner Agency.

Our full list of programs can be found here.

Our full list of employers can be found here.

Our Partner Agency, Project QUEST, connects San Antonians to emerging careers in healthcare, manufacturing and trades, and IT and cybersecurity.

Services include:

• Intakes
• Case management
• Referrals for Training

The future of healthcare starts with you.

Preparing you for in-demand, high-wage careers in healthcare.
With customized skills training and personal career coaching, we make sure you have what you need to succeed.

Training includes:

• Acute Care Aid
• Certified Nurse Aid
• Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
• Dental Assistant 
• Dental Hygenist
• Health Information Technology
• Invasive Cardiovascular Technology
• Licensed Vocational Nurse
• Medical Assistant
• Occupational Therapy Assistant
• Patient Care Technican
• Phlebotomy
• Physical Therapy Assistant
• Radiography Technologist
• Registered Nurse
• Respiratory Care
• Surgical Technology

Click here for application and eligibility requirements.

Let us help you find a long-term career and earn more money in one of the fastest-growing industries, Information Technology. We offer free training and job placement in cyber security, software development, web development, computer programming, and more!

Training includes:

• Bookkeeping Specialist
• Cloud Computing
• Computer Programming
• Computer Support Specialist
• Customer Service Representative
• Cybersecurity
• Data Science
• Full Stack Web Development
• Information Security & Assurance
• Network Administrator
• Software Development
• Systems Administrator
• Web & Mobile Developer

Click here for application and eligibility requirements.

• Computer Skills Classes
• Free Computer Use

Project QUEST believes that long-term training results in long-term employment, family wages, benefits and an improved lifestyle for participants and their families.

The programs we offer are college-based studies and most are directed toward associate degrees from one of the area community colleges or professional training institutes. Some courses of study are based on certificate programs approved by the State of Texas and various licensing boards and, in some cases, may be offered through regional, state-certified private training facilities.

Click here to apply now.

Turn your hand-on abilities into higher earning opportunities! With qualified skills training and job placement, we can help you land a manufacturing or trade career in HVAC, plumbing, welding, auto services, construction technology and more!

Training includes:

• Advanced Manufacturing
• Air Condiitioning & Heating
• Aircraft Mechanic
• Auto Service Technican
• Commercial Drivers License
• Construction Technology
• Culinary Arts
• Diesel Mechanic
• Electrical Trades
• Logistics
• Machine Tool Operator
• Plumber 
• Warehouse Management
• Welder

Click here for application and eligibility requirements.

Our program is designed to assist students that may not be college ready gain the skills needed for a college training, without first completing developmental education or High School equivalency (GED).

The Alamo Adult Education Initiative provides training and employment assistance to workers and students who require basic skill development in order to succeed in technical training. Alamo Adult Education students benefit from technical training that is aligned with reading, writing, math or language skills needed for the job.

• Earn a certification in a training field of your career pathway
• Accelerated curriculum
• Work-based learning/externships & Career services in certain trainings
• Our Career Navigators case manage all students enrolled in classes.

Some certifications do not require a GED/Diploma; however, the Alamo Adult Education Program will work with you to get your GED and certification.

Click here for more information.

Click here for a list of FAQS.

Anyone applying for any Alamo Adult Education Program must attend the Smart Choice program.

The training is at no cost to the student; however, attendance is top priority to succeed and we hold students accountable for attendance.

Northside Independent School District has fostered the concept of lifelong learning for all members of our society. Dedicated to the idea that the school is the center of the community, our doors remain open during “non-traditional” hours to offer educational opportunities that will enrich people’s lives personally and professionally.

A Class Catalog is produced each Fall, Spring, and Summer featuring hundreds of exciting classes for both adults and children in four major categories:

• Profit and IT include Computers and Technology, Business Solutions, Money Management, and Certificate Programs.
• The Arts features Dance, Music, Languages, and Fine Arts.
• Mind and Body is for Personal Growth, Professional Continuing Education, Study Skills, and Body-Mind-Health-related information.
• Fun and Play classes are family-oriented in Home and Garden, Sewing and Needlecraft, Culinary Arts, Animal Kingdom, Crafts, Travel Tours, and Sports and Fitness.

Classes are taught on Northside ISD school campuses and at various sites in the community. They are conducted for the benefit and enjoyment of our patrons and are offered for non-credit unless otherwise designated.

Continuing Education Units (CEUs), Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), and Certification Programs are arranged for specific occupations. These include counseling, social work, daycare, computer, and office fields.

Ours is a tuition-based, self-supporting program. Financial support for the program comes from class fees.

Click here for more information on Community Education.

This program provides summer opportunities for youth-interns to develop competence and confidence as well as workplace skills in one of the top career oriented positions in the industry today. Interns will be exposed to career awareness and exploration while developing their career plans and a commitment to lifelong learning.

Interns will interact with positive, successful adult role models to provide guidance in setting and achieving goals. This program will help interns develop good work habits, build job skills, build confidence and self-worth, and strengthen communication skills.

Youth between the ages 14-17 who attend:

• Edgewood ISD
• Harlandale ISD
• Northside ISD
• San Antonio ISD
• South San ISD
• Southside ISD
• Southwest ISD

Note: Youth must not turn 18 between program dates of: June-July.

You can find the School District listed under Board Managers/School Board. 

Click here to verify your district.

Documents Required:

• Application Packet (completed by youth and parent)
• Youth’s Valid Texas ID
• Youth’s Social Security Card
• Youth’s Birth Certificate
• Youth’s Current Report Card
• Parent’s Current CPS Bill/SAWS Bill
• Parent’s Current Tax Return
• Parent’s W2’s/1099 that was submitted with Tax Return
• Parent’s SSD/SSI Current Award Letter, Child Support, TANF, etc.
• Guardianship Court Ordered Paperwork if applicable

NOTE: Application, ID and Utility Bill must have same address or application will not be accepted.

Interns are placed and monitored at assigned work sites and are expected to work 20 hours a week for a six week period. Interns are paid a stipend of $7.25 an hour.

This program works with all children regardless of their background to build life skills and healthy habits by sharing Center for Substance Abuse prevention curricula taught in school-based settings and out-of-school time (OST) sites.

Life Skills helps develop and/or strengthen youth’s character development and academic achievement. i.e. self-concept and self-esteem, recognizing and dealing with emotions, dealing with teasing, accepting consequences, and refusing drugs and alcohol.

• Memorandum of Understanding must be in place with school districts during school and out-of-school time.
• Parent/Guardian must sign and complete consent for youth to participate in the group.
• Duration/Length of the group will depend on the curriculum being taught.
• Session/Lesson can last 30 minutes to an hour depending on the curriculum being taught.
• Students are not pulled out of their core classes for groups.

We will seek out and encourage the Involvement, Engagement, and Patronage of the local San Antonio “Military City USA” Community, while also fostering a sense of Patriotism, Support, and Integration in providing the highest quality of Veterans Outreach, Interventions, Career and Educational Services for “ALL” our Veterans.

The V.O.I.C.E.S. of our Veterans will continue to “Break The Silence!”TM, as it relates to the Veterans Suicide Epidemic, or as we have coined the phrase and named it; “The Silent War!”

Click here for a full list of services

Free

College Preparatory Class

An in-depth college preparatory program designed to assist students in grades 7 - 11 navigate the complex process of building and submitting comprehensive, competitive scholarship application packages.

Registration fee is $50.00 to be paid in the first three months. Scholarships are available based on financial need.

Program Areas:

• Research grants and scholarships
• Effective communications skills
• Branding Skills
• Internships
• Resume and Essay Writing
• Field trips; College Road Trip
• Community Service Projects
• Financial Planning for Parents

NOTE: Program size limited to 35 students.

Grades 7 -11.

Contact us [email protected] or call 210-650-9440 and a full registration application will be mailed to you.

$50.00

Offering you the support and education to help you care for yourself and your loved one.

Caregiver Coaching

Caregiver Specialists are available to coach family members and friends caring for an older loved one. You can talk to a caring professional who can help you better understand and deal with your challenges as a caregiver.

• 1:1 Caregiver coaching
• Support Groups
• Educational sessions
• Link to area resources

Free membership for those 60 years and older and family and friends caring for someone 60 and older.

Call for program hours and other details.

Free

Find volunteers

If you are a non-profit organization serving seniors or caregivers and would like to request volunteers for an event or program, email [email protected]

On-site job training is a practical approach to acquiring new competencies and skills needed for a job in a real working environment.

Learn how to use particular tools and develop skills in a live-work practice, simulated, or training environment. Also, get a chance to connect with employers.

Skills learned to include:

• Inventory Tracking
• Data Entry
• Web Design
• E-commerce
• Customer Service

This program is for at-risk youth and young adults, especially those aged 19 to 23.

S.E.T for Success Program is a group and/or individualized program that assists individuals in workplace success. S.E.T for Success is a “teach and train” model for each individual and their needs. S.E.T for Success covers the following objectives: Communication, Work Experience, Transferable/Soft Skills, Self-Advocating, and Workplace Success.

Every individual who participates in the S.E.T for Success program has unique strengths and abilities that will add to the “teach and train” model. This program has been created for all youth, regardless of disability or differences in learning style, and has been designed with the participants’ learning styles in mind.

Each activity has been structured with a time, materials, directions, brief description, and journaling activity. Click here to learn more.

This program is for youth and young adults 14 to 25 years old.

Each session will only have 10 available spots.

Offering you the support and education you need to help you take care of yourself and your loved one.

Caregiver Coaching

Caregiver Specialists are available to coach family members and friends who are caring for an older loved one. You can talk to a caring professional who can help you better understand and deal with the challenges you are facing in your role as caregiver.

• 1:1 Caregiver coaching
• Support Groups
• Educational sessions
• Link to area resources

Free membership for those 60 years and older and for family and friends caring for someone 60 and older.

Call for program hours and click here for more information. 

Free

Ready to Work is unprecedented. No other city in the nation is supporting its residents like we are. With over $110 million in tuition assistance, hundreds of employers, training providers and colleges, community organizations and workforce agencies, we are in it together, for you.

Ready to Work makes continuing your education and finding a quality job easier for you. Your personal Ready to Work coach will help you with every step of the process, from understanding your specific situation, coaching you through career and education planning, enrolling and paying for your classes, increasing your confidence and soft skills, updating your resume, preparing you for interviews, connecting you to new job opportunities, and helping you thrive in your job.

Your journey begins with step one – Register online, call 3-1-1, or visit a Ready To Work Partner Agency.

Our full list of programs can be found here.

Our full list of employers can be found here.

Our partner agency, Workforce Solutions Alamo, is proud to be an official partner of the Ready to Work initiative, an unprecedented collaborative created to help San Antonians gain access to training, resources, and high-demand jobs, leading to meaningful careers and a better life.

Workforce Solutions Alamo is Ready to Work, and we’re working daily with our partners in the Alamo Workforce Consortium to ensure we allow every San Antonian to better their lives and the lives of their family members through supportive resources and jobs in growing career fields.

Eligibility Requirements can be found here.

Services include:

• Intakes
• Assessments, including O*NET assessments
• Case Management
• Referrals for Training
• Job placement

Click here to apply.

NOTE: When you apply, providing us with a phone number that will not change so we can contact and support you throughout the application and onboarding process is IMPORTANT.

To verify eligibility, specific documentation is required. If you need assistance obtaining these documents, we can help with that, too.

Workforce Solutions Alamo (WSA) work experience program is an opportunity to provide qualified candidates a supervised, structured learning environment to develop work habits and gain occupational skills with the goal of full-time employment. The aim is to increase the participating trainee’s likelihood of securing regular unsubsidized employment.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

• Provide an eligible trainee for interview
• Work Experience/Subsidized Employment Agreement, Supervisor Handbook, and Injury Report Form Documents
• During the program, we are considered the employer of record.
• The length of the program is 240 hours extensions based on available funding and approval.
• No incumbent employees are eligible.
• No overtime is permitted; trainees must not exceed 40 hours per week.
• No pay for holidays, sick days, or vacation.
• We cover the trainee’s liability and Worker’s Compensation insurance in the event of an onsite accident.
• Companies provide tools, supplies, and equipment needed for the work experience assignment.
• Trainees must submit a bi-weekly timesheet to us for work experience payment.
• The pay period is bi-weekly.
• The pay rate is determined by the employer, which is to be the exact amount any other employee at the same level in the same position would be paid (prevailing wage).
• The company notifies our organization of any trainee misconduct. 
• A trainee will not displace, replace, or prevent the employment of an individual not participating in the work experience program.
• Processing takes approximately ten (10) working days to complete with accurate paperwork for participants.
• The participant must not begin work until the placement is approved.

To participate must be authorized to work in the United States and meet WIOA Adult Dislocated Worker eligibility and meet at least one of the following criteria:

• Less than two (2) years with the last employer
• Less than two (2) years of total work experience
• Five (5) or more jobs in the last two (2) years
• Work skills that need upgrading
• No work experience in the last two (2) years
• Classroom training, but no work experience

Our One-Stop Career Centers offer job seekers employment information, career development training opportunities, life essentials support, and connections to various programs.

Program services include:

• Child Care Services
• Employer Services
• Job Seeker Services
• Veterans Services
• Vocational Rehabilitation Services
• Youth Empowerment Services (YES!)

Resources include:

• Jobs KIOSK
• Parking Lot WiFi
• Computer Access
• Career Assessment Tools

Workforce Solutions Alamo (WSA) Youth Empowerment Services (YES!) offers no-cost services to eligible youth between the ages of 16-24 to gain the necessary education, training, and skills to enter the workforce and meet employer needs.

Services offered:

• Tutoring, study skills, training, instruction, and dropout prevention
• Alternative secondary school services or dropout recovery services
• Paid and Unpaid Work Experience
• Occupational Skills Training
• Education offered concurrently with workforce preparation and training for a specific occupation
• Leadership Development Opportunities
• Support Services, Financial Support, incentives
• Mentoring
• Follow-up services
• Guidance and Counseling
• Financial Literacy Education
• Entrepreneurial (Owning a Business) Training
• Labor Market information
• Post-secondary Preparation and Transition Activities

Steps for the YES! program:

• Eligibility Determination
• Objective Assessment
• Development of an ISS (Goal Plan)
• Program Participation
• Follow Up Services

Get started by attending an information session.

• Orientations are held Tuesdays and Thursdays at 2:00 PM.
• To join, click here or paste this link into a new browser and save it until the next session is about to start.
• For assistance, call (346) 248-7799.
• Meeting ID: 992 5144 0356
• No meeting password is required.
• (Registration on Eventbrite is encouraged but not required.)

Services are based on eligibility.

The Next Ridgeline

The Green Beret Foundation’s Next Ridgeline program recognizes that no two Green Berets are alike. So, to be effective, our program goals strive to provide a self-driven, individualized experience. This will allow each Green Beret to utilize the sources, networks, and opportunities that are unique as he is.

By leveraging a diverse group of veteran organizations that specifically work in select areas, the Next Ridgeline program will work to develop each Green Beret’s core capabilities, enhancing his performance in our focus areas and creating a superior individual who is prepared for transition into the civilian world.

Click here to request support

VA Benefits and Claims Support

In late 2018, the Green Beret Foundation absorbed the formerly known OASIS Group, which provided the Special Operations community a comprehensive understanding of Veterans Affairs processes and systems to ensure fair and thorough evaluations of disability claims.

Our VA Benefits & Claims Program provides pre- and post-9/11 Green Berets:

• Pre-transition briefings about Veterans Affairs benefits and processes for Green Berets and their loved ones.
• Preparation, presentation, and prosecution of an original or updated VA Disability Claim.
• Expert support to review current Military/Personnel Service Medical Records or Post-service VA Treatment records and locate any missing or archived documents as evidence to submit when filing your VA disability claim.
• Assess previous service documentation or records for a condition or an injury that could have potentially led to a service connection: the in-service injury or diagnosis.
• Vocational rehabilitation support and opportunities.

Click here to request support

The Bennie Adkins Foundation

The Bennie Adkins Foundation is a 501c3 not-for-profit organization not associated with the military services. Our purpose is to provide educational scholarships to deserving Special Forces non-commissioned officers seeking higher education as a means of assisting in their transition into civilian life. Scholarship funds can be used for tuition, books, fees, room and board, and other direct associated costs of higher education Funds will be transferred directly to the accredited institution.

Click here to apply

Fuerza Unida organizes monthly meetings facilitated by representatives, which include other non-profit organizations, businesses, lawyers and/or government officials.

We offer a variety of workshops, training classes and presentations focusing on issues affecting our community.

Free

The “¡Échale Gas!” Small Business Workshops allow Southside small business owners and entrepreneurs to learn the fundamentals and the latest trends for effective business development and management.

The workshops educate and connect participants with resources to support small business development, expansion, and retention.

Southside First conducts monthly, in-person, and online free small business workshops in strategic locations throughout San Antonio’s Southside, which includes City of San Antonio Council Districts 3, 4, and 5.

The programming is based on Southside First’s Community and Business Surveys conducted in the Quintana and Mission San Jose neighborhoods and in partnership with the St. Mary’s University Harvey Najim Center for Business Innovation and Social Responsibility.

Click here to see the calendar of upcoming events.

We can help you plan for the career of your choice.  Students in Northside’s Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs spend much time learning through a hands-on approach that prepares students for occupations and further study.  CTE programs are available in middle and high school and many career areas of interest to students.

Students interested in a particular field can look at the coherent sequence of courses to see the courses that will help them prepare for their chosen careers.  Students may also select an academy or magnet school designed to prepare students for that career field.

Free.

• Computer Skills Classes
• Free Wi-Fi

The journey to a lifetime of nourishment starts here. The San Antonio Food Bank’s job training programs provide eligible community members with the chance to acquire new skills and attain industry certifications, empowering individuals to take the next stride towards a stable and fulfilling career. 

Through community partnerships, we also offer wraparound resources like food assistance, benefits assistance, travel assistance, childcare, and more to support our clients.

If you are in need of job assistance services, please call us so we can discuss your situation and determine how we can best help you. After speaking with you and understanding your needs, we will set up an in-person appointment and schedule you to attend our Job Readiness class.

• Computer Skills Classes

Pre-K 4 SA understands that you want professional learning that helps you make a powerful impact on children’s lives. That’s why we design every workshop, seminar, and coaching session to produce the maximum takeaway and beneficial “Aha!” moments specifically for early childhood educators.

The Professional Learning Department at Pre-K 4 SA consists of 16 learning specialists dedicated to mentoring and educating early childhood education teachers, leaders, coaches, and specialists.

Our purpose is to increase the number of highly skilled Pre-K through 3rd-grade educators in San Antonio, improve teacher credentialing, serve as the pipeline for ECE leadership, and increase the number of accredited ECE Centers in the city.

Educators, join KickUp to gain access and register for all of Pre-K 4 SA's professional learning opportunities. Click here to create an account or here to log in.

The Vine Wellness Group is a training platform for graduate and doctoral students in mental health fields who are interested in specializing in a collaborative approach to psychotherapy with individuals, couples, families, and children.

Students seek out internship experiences at The Vine Wellness Group due to the high standards and clinical expertise of The Vine's supervisors as well as the additional LPC/LMFT/RPT clinicians and wellness professionals on site.

Requirements:

• Foundation of Theoretical Orientation
• Passion for Holistic and Collaborative Approach
• Completion of coursework in:
• Family Therapy?
• Human Development
• Ethics
• Understanding and adherence to Confidentiality standards
• Passion for the development of culturally-informed clinical skills
• 12 hours per week (minimum)
• 1 evening per week (minimum)
• Ability to build skills of professionalism and positive rapport with TVWG clinicians, staff, and clients

Applications must include:

• Cover letter describing:
• Clinical goals?
• Interests
• Theoretical Framework
• Current resume/CV
• 3 Professional References
• Transcripts (unofficial permitted):
• Undergraduate ?
• Graduate (to date)
• Program Requirements for Internship Completion from Educational Institution

Click here to apply.

Demonstrations

AASAR team members and canines are available for free community-wide demonstrations for companies, schools, organizations, and large groups to learn more about our mission, meet our members, and see our services first-hand. This is by appointment only and does require advanced planning. If you are interested in inviting the AASAR team out to your next event, please email us.

Scouts Explorer Post

A group of experienced and knowledgeable AASAR members dedicate additional time and effort to giving back to the community’s youth in the components of citizenship, leadership skills, career opportunities, life skills, and character education. This Explorer Post opportunity is available for youth (male and female) between the ages of 14 and 18 years of age that have an interest in the outdoors, navigation, communications, incident command, and other valuable Search and Rescue skills. Youth do not have to be affiliated with Boy or Girl Scouts currently or in the past. For more information, please email us.

The Big Give

Alamo Area Search and Rescue participates in annual fundraising events in partnership with The Big Give San Antonio to promote support for non-profits and volunteerism in South Central Texas. The Big Give is a 24-hour online day of giving fueled by generous donors and numerous non-profit organizations.

For more information about how you can support the team year-round, please visit our Support AASAR page.

Alamo Area Search and Rescue (AASAR) is a non-profit, all volunteer search and rescue team based in the San Antonio, Texas area. All of our responders (human and canine) are certified by nationally recognized agencies prior to deployment. Training with AASAR doesn’t end at certification.  Our search specialists spend an average of 15 hours per week training.  

Our members are committed to constantly continuing their education to improve their skills.

• Ground Support/Wilderness Search Specialists
• Trailing Canines
• Air Scent Canines (Wilderness Area Search Dogs)
• Human Remains Detection Canines (HR Canines)
• Water Recovery Canines

Click here to learn more

Our volunteers provide search and rescue resources to public safety agencies in Texas free of charge. Our team currently consists of Wilderness Search Specialists and Search and Rescue Canines.

Since June 2008, Alamo Area Search and Rescue has responded to over 250 search missions in 18 counties in Texas.  We have provided a variety of resources to over 30 different public safety agencies.

Alamo Area Search and Rescue will only respond to calls from law enforcement or the responsible local, state, or federal agency. With approval from the responsible agency, Alamo Area Search and Rescue will assist other search organizations.

Finally, there is a place for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) where the future is bright and hope springs eternally—a place where they can maximize their full potential while finding meaningful work, engaging in sports, and developing lifetime relationships.

The Texas Foundation of Hope (TXFH) Activity Program is designed for persons 18 years of age and older who:

1) have intellectual disabilities
2) are emotionally and physically well
3) show behaviors within acceptable guidelines

There is a $50, non-refundable application fee.

Please download the General Program Application here.

CAST MED was created to add to the pipeline of much-needed doctors and researchers in the San Antonio area. CAST MED builds on San Antonio’s unique strengths and current educational gaps with an emphasis on medicine and biomedical research. UT Health, with its research expertise and growing focus on population health and health disparities, is a key partner in helping design a path for students wishing to improve the health of our community. CAST MED will incorporate a three-way educational partnership between UT Health, the University of Texas at San Antonio, and San Antonio ISD.

Students enrolled in CAST MED will follow one of three pathways:

• Biomedical Research
• Medical Professionals
• Public Health Professionals

Student enrollment is open to students across Bexar County through a lottery system. The application period for the cohort of ninth graders begins each November and ends in late January. Please call the school for updates on enrollment and registration, since they do change.

The intent of CAST Med High School is to provide high school students with a strong foundation, especially in mathematics and science so that they can be successful once they enroll in college and achieve their medical career aspirations. College coursework will be embedded in the classroom curriculum, allowing students to graduate with a high school diploma and a minimum of 30 hours of college coursework.

For more information, please click here.

To apply, click here.

CAST MED is a tuition-free high school open to students across the greater San Antonio region who are entering 9th or 10th grade.