Careers and Job Readiness Courses

5807 East Little York Rd
Houston TX 77016-2505
Phone: (713) 636-2959

Launch Point aims To bridge the gaps in community-based services for those who are marginalized, overlooked and under-served in Greater Houston and surrounding areas. As advocates of the communities we serve, we seek to promote autonomy, self-sufficiency, social and personal responsibility and good citizenship among all individuals. Trainings include:

· NCCR Construction
· NCCR HVAC
· NCCR Welder
· OSHA Safety
· Certified
· Nurse Aide
· Flagger Training
· Forklift Training
· CDL Truck Driver
· Office Computer Training

The Launch Center Programs and Services

Workforce Solutions Locations

Whether you are seeking employment for the first time or making a career change, Workforce Solutions can help every step of the way. This site is designed to help job hunters do what is necessary to meet basic needs and find a quality job. While the site is a good resource in the pursuit of a job, Workforce Solutions Career Offices can be of additional help. Each location provides free computer, fax and telephone access for job searches. We are located throughout the Gulf Coast area to aid job hunters in finding a good job. Find Your Career Office.

Houston School of Carpentry

3522 Polk St.
Houston, TX. 77003

Houston School of Carpentry

The mission of Houston School of Carpentry is to train participants for employment through short-term vocational programs which promote and allow students to expand their personal and professional knowledge to meet employer’s needs. At Houston School of Carpentry, we dedicate ourselves to providing our students with a quality educational experience which will lead to an enriching and profitable career. Trainings Include:

· Electrical Technician
· Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanic
· Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic 900 Clock Hour Course

Houston School of Carpentry Training Programs

The WorkFaith Connection

4555 Dacoma
Houston, TX. 77092
(713) 984-9611

The WorkFaith Connection

WorkFaith is a Christ-centered organization that exists to encourage disadvantaged job seekers in their hope for a better future and to equip them with the skills and beliefs to gain employment and lead healthy, productive and spiritually rich lives.

WorkFaith Job Training

Goodwill

2520 Brun
Houston, TX. 77019
(713) 699-6352

Goodwill

When it comes to finding, getting and keeping a job, many people need help. Goodwill provides the personalized job training and placement services you need to reach your goals.

Veteran Workforce Development Programs

OPERATION GoodJobs

Job Placement Skills

Goodwill Houston’s Job Connection Centers exist to help prepare people for work. Call or visit one of the following locations to learn how we can assist you.

Job Connection Centers

Mission Programs

Education and Training Opportunities

Career Gear

7500 Bellaire BLVD Ste. BB20
Houston, TX 77036
(713) 778-9959

Career Gear

Career Gear promotes the economic independence of low-income men by providing financial literacy
training, a network of support, professional attire, career development tools, job-readiness and essential
life-skills training that help men enter the workforce, stay employed and become role models and mentors to
their families and communities. Services Include:
· Professional Attire
· Targeted Resume
· Linked In Profile
· Interview Mastery
· Networking
· Elevator Pitch

Career Gear Programs and Services

Houston Area Urban League

5260 Griggs Rd
Houston, TX.
(713) 229-6012

Houston Area Urban League

The Houston Area Urban League provides clients certified occupational and soft skills training designed to remove employment barriers to earning livable wages. The intensive training integrates state of the art technology with customized training designed to address the skills in high demand by the Greater Houston business community.

Houston Health Department

Community Re-Entry Network Program
4802 Lockwood Drive
Houston, Texas 77026
Phone: 832-393-5467

Houston Health Department

Community Re-Entry Network Program (CRNP)

The Community Re-Entry Network Program is a program of the Houston Health Department. Our caring, multi-disciplinary staff is committed to addressing the needs of the "whole" person with innovative, evidence-based programming and linkage to services designed to meet the needs of formerly incarcerated persons, and interrupting the cycle of recidivism. Services include:

· Life Skills Courses
· Job Readiness
· Peer Support Groups
· Family Reunification
· Counseling
· Resource Referrals

Community Re-Entry Network Program

Horizon Outreach

256 N. Sam Houston Pkwy E. #115
Houston, TX. 77060
(713) 467-4966

Horizon Outreach

Horizon Outreaches mission is "Giving Everyone A New Start." Horizon Outreach programs enable families to increase self-sufficiency by providing workforce certifications, employment in career positions, access to permanent affordable housing and interventions to improve the overall health and wellness of the family.

SER JOBS

1710 Telephone Rd.
Houston, TX.
(713) 773-6000

SER JOBS

SER provides Job Readiness and in-demand occupational training programs that result in industry-recognized credentials that launch long-term careers. Dates for upcoming training courses coming soon! For the most up-to-date information on training courses, we invite you to call our office at 713-773-6000 or come meet with a Navigator in-person Monday through Friday 8:30am-4pm at 1710 Telephone Road, Houston TX 77023. Courses include:

· Bank Works
· Cable Pulling
· Commercial Driver
· Commercial Roofing
· Construction
· Customer Service
· Drywall
· Heavy Equipment Operator
· Hospitality
· Welding

SER Programs and Services
SER Application for Services