There is a high demand in San Antonio for nurses and other health careers. If you’re pursuing a career in healthcare, consider enrolling in the Health Professions Academy. Courses in this program can transfer to other colleges and universities for those wanting to pursue other healthcare career paths.

Once you complete the two-year program, you’ll automatically be accepted into San Antonio College’s Nursing program and can complete your nursing degree. As an entry-level nurse, you can expect a starting salary of over $57,500.

Click here for more information on the Health Professions curriculum..

High School Juniors and Seniors.

Cybersecurity is more necessary today than ever before. It can prevent companies from cyberattacks that cost them time, money, and their reputation. If you’re interested in advancing your knowledge in cybersecurity, consider the Information Technology and Security Academy.

The Technology and Security Academy focuses on computer engineering, computer science, problem-solving, and communication skills. You’ll earn Testout Certification in PC Pro, Network Pro, Linux Pro, and Security Pro and can continue training to receive other industry certifications or use your college credits toward further education at the college level.

You may land a position as a computer support specialist and help with log-in difficulties, operating system and software malfunctions, network technologies, and even hardware issues.

Click here for more information on the Information Technology and Security curriculum.

High School Juniors and Seniors.

We can help you prepare for college.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Not enrolled in any K-12 school system
• Need a High School Equivalency (HSE) certificate (have not earned a high school diploma)
• Demonstrate the need for a refresher on adult basic education skills (have earned a high school diploma or HSE and tests below a 12.9 grade level on TABE/CASAS assessment)
• Demonstrate the need for English skills (by taking BEST/CASAS assessment)

Age-specific requirements:

• 18 years of age with withdrawal forms from the last school attended, and parent/guardian permission. Parent/guardian must be present at registration or student must provide proof (Utility bill in their name, marriage license or rental agreement) he/she lives separate from parent/guardian.
• 17 years of age with withdrawal forms from the last school attended, and parent/guardian permission (must be present at registration)
• 16 years of age with withdrawal forms from the last school attended, court-ordered documentation, and parent/guardian permission (must be present at registration)

Free for the student.

The SBA created the 504 loan program to help entrepreneurs finance commercial real estate and equipment for their businesses. Businesses use these loans to finance fixed asset acquisitions such as:

• Purchases of existing buildings
• Land purchases and improvements
• New facility construction
• Existing facility modernizations,
  renovations, and conversions
• Long-term machinery purchases
• Some furniture and fixtures

Businesses in operation for 2 or more years can also use 504 loans to refinance existing debt that meets the following criteria:

• A non-federal loan
• Outstanding for 2 or more years
• Current on all payments for the last 12 months
• It was used originally (85% or more) to finance eligible 504 uses (see above)

The graph to the right shows how LiftFund partners with a participating lender (typically a bank) to finance part of the project. Most projects require a 50-40-10 (Bank Loan-SBA/CDC-Owner) split. However, businesses and/or projects considered “special purpose” require an additional 10% from the owner.

Finding traditional business loans isn’t easy. That’s especially true if you’re a startup, in a risky business industry or both. 

You need capital that can support you — a loan that can help you grow your business so you can prove your success and qualify for a bank loan. If this describes you, the SBA 7A Community Advantage loan program may be the right fit. We’re a partner with SBA and the program funds startups and existing businesses, startup costs, operating expenses, business acquisition, refinancing business debt, tenant improvements, working capital, equipment purchases and more.

Click here to apply for SBA 7A Community Advantage loan.

Terms:  7-10 year term; 25 year term for real estate; Prime + (2.75% to 6%); Variable rate (based on Wall Street)

• Available for start-up and existing businesses;
• SBA guarantee allows us to provide financing;
• Complimentary consultation;
• No prepayment penalties;
• Cash flow must be sufficient for payments;
• Owner Injection: 20% startups, 20% business acquisitions;
• Projections reviewed for businesses affected by COVID19;

LiftFund offers the Community Advantage loan to small businesses located in the following states: Alabama, Arkansas, California, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, New Mexico, New York, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas

When you apply for a small business loan through LiftFund, a team member will review your information and documents to find a LiftFund product that fits your business goals and budget. We provide loans for:

• Commercial Real Estate Purchases
• Equipment
• Inventory
• Leasehold Improvements
• Supplies
• Vehicles
• Working Capital

Whether you have limited credit, collateral, or experience, our team will work with you to provide a loan that allows you to build your credit and improve your finances. 

Click here and answer a few questions to find out if you're ready to apply for a loan.

Click here to apply for a loan.

We’re here to help you strengthen your business.

Our special programs, in collaboration with our generous partners, are designed to provide you access to flexible funding and special rates.

Click here to learn more about our special funding options and apply today!

This program provides education of college or university selection and scholarship information. Speakers are interactive and participants will leave with a plan of action.?

Contact Sister Maria Cooper or Bro. Nikal Gibson at number and email below.

Free.

This youth developmental initiative is a community outreach project aimed at enhancing family and youth development in the areas of etiquette and manners; social graces; college and career preparedness and establishing your brand. Participants gain first hand knowledge of setting a table, financial literacy and effective use of social media.

Youth

Free

Goodwill has a long and proud history of serving our country's veterans and their family members as they transition to civilian life. Our Career Services Specialists are here to help remove employment barriers with specialized, no cost career assistance. Our programs are individualized and tailored to the unique needs of every veteran.

Training That's Anything But Basic:

Our goal is to help veterans successfully search and find a meaningful career. Leverage the training received in the military to find employment in a similar field or providing the necessary resources to start a new career. We can also assist with financial planning and career training for in-demand job categories including:

• Nurse's Aide
• Pharmacy Technician
• Commercial Truck Drivers and more

Our career services are offered at no cost to veterans and include:

• Employer connection
• Certification training
• Financial planning
• Career coaching
• Resume development
• Job search assistance
• Interview strategies
• Interest skills assessment

Veterans career services are available at all 8 Goodwill San Antonio Good Careers Centers.

Good Careers Center Workshops: Every month the Good Careers Centers host workshops that can assist veterans and former active duty service personnel in transitioning from the military to the civilian workforce. View our Events Calendar for a current schedule of events.

We assist veterans in finding employment opportunities through our partnerships within the communities we serve.

This program serves Veterans and their families, regardless of their affiliation with St Philip's College.

Are you ready to leave the past behind and start over? For those who want to start a new life, a better life, Changin' Lives is here to offer resources, to listen, and to let you know that you are not alone. We work through your challenges to help you reach your goals.

We want to help you become a self-sufficient, successful, productive citizen of our community by connecting you with felony-friendly employers, affordable housing resources, medical and social services referrals, mentoring, and one-on-one client case management.

By appointment only. Please call during business hours to schedule an appointment.

Free

A Safe Place to Call Home: We know that learning happens best when you and your family feel safe and settled at home. Our housing and education program provides subsidized transitional housing for you and your children.

Housing includes:

• A safe space for you and your family
• After-school care to help your children thrive
• A supportive community that celebrates together.
  If you have no place to call home or are on the verge of crisis, we want to help.

Education-The Path to a Better Future: You may feel like many of the women who reach out to us. Hopeless. Overwhelmed. Like you have no future. Over the years, we've seen women just like you change their lives with education. You're not alone. We are here to help.

Women in our programs have:

• Completed their GED
• Finished a college degree
• Watched their children thrive in a caring after-school program
• Found themselves earning a living-wage
• Become self-sustaining
• Provided their family with a better future

Full Education Program: Our housing and education program provides transitional housing, after-school programs, mentoring and more to help women complete a college degree.

The Visitation House Learning Center: Our community learning center is open to other women who want to take the next steps to improve their education.

Women/single mothers and their children only.

YouthBuild San Antonio is a community-based pre-apprenticeship program that provides job training and educational opportunities.

Youth learn vocational skills in construction, as well as in other in-demand industries, including health care.

Youth also provide community service through the required construction or rehabilitation of affordable housing for low-income or homeless families in their own neighborhoods.

Youth split their time between the vocational training work site and the classroom, where they earn their high school diploma, learn to be community leaders, and prepare for post-secondary training opportunities, including college, apprenticeships, and employment.

YouthBuild San Antonio includes significant support systems, such as mentoring, follow-up education, employment, and personal counseling services; additionally, participants participate in community service and civic engagement projects.

At-risk youth ages 16-24 who have previously dropped out of high school.

This program offers:

• Provides family assistance such as diapers, baby clothing, baby food, and baby articles*
• Parenting classes
• Life skills classes
• Case management, resources, and referrals
• Assistance with education, community connection, and career planning
• Other related services necessary for the well-being of the individual and their family

*Limited amount per person/family and based on availability.

Who is Eligible?

• Must be a U.S. citizen or qualified resident
• Must be one of the following:
  • Pregnant
  • Parenting at least one child under 36 months of age

There are no income or insurance requirements to receive services.

Call or email for more information or to schedule a session. 

For more information, or to schedule a session with one of our Outreach Counselors, contact Seton Home at 210-533-3504 ext. 216 or [email protected].

All services are free of charge.

Early Head Start provides comprehensive child and family development services year-round for low-income families with infants and toddlers ages birth to three years.

The program aims to enhance children's physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development for school readiness, support parents' efforts to fulfill their parental roles, and help parents move toward self-sufficiency.

AVANCE-San Antonio offers a two-option program: home-based and center-based options at licensed childhood development centers.

Home-based Option

• Weekly Home Visits
• Bi-Weekly Group Socializations

Center-based Option

• Infant/Toddler Child Development Classrooms
• Early Childhood Education and Development
• Services for Infants and Toddlers with Special Needs
• Bilingual and Dual Language

Support Services

• Health & Dental Screenings
• Developmental and Social-Emotional Screenings
• Child and Family Mental Health (ECI)
• Nutrition Services and Education
• Home Visits
• Parent Education & Services to Fathers
• Linkage to Community Resources
• Transportation (if needed)

Adult Education

• Parental Engagement & Workforce Pathways

We offer high-quality, early childhood education for children 6 weeks through 3 years.

Head Start is a federally funded program provided at no cost for qualifying families.

The NXT Level Youth Opportunity Center, managed by the City's Department of Human Services in coordination with Goodwill and Communities in Schools, assists young adults (16-24) disengaged youth with the steps necessary to go back to school or find a job related to their interest

NXT Level is a City of San Antonio program partnered with Communities in Schools (CIS) and Goodwill Industries. The program serves young adults between the ages of 16 and 24 who are disconnected from education, work, and major societal support systems.

We are committed to providing a safe space where every 16 to 24 year old achieves their personal, educational, and/or career goals.

We connect each participant with a life and education/career coach. Coaches offer on-going case management, counseling, life skills, and referrals to community partners with demonstrated success.

Anyone between the ages of 16-24 who resides in San Antonio qualifies for the services and can either schedule an appointment or walk in to meet with a NXT Level coach.

Free

The Boys and Girls Clubs of San Antonio changes lives through high-quality afterschool and summer programs in a safe, affordable, and fun environment.

Afterschool Programming

BGCSA offers a weekday Afterschool Program for kids all through the school year! Our Clubhouses are open weekdays, 3:00 PM – 6:30 PM, making it an easy choice for parents. The daily schedule begins with Power Hour™, an hour dedicated to homework help and completion.

Kids then rotate through age-appropriate activities! Kids will be able to enjoy gym and playground time, sports practices, reading or math tutoring, fine arts, and more! Our preteens and teenagers have more guided activities, such as college visits, career skills building, driving simulations, and leadership and community-service-focused clubs.

BGCSA offers more support by offering transportation to Clubhouse locations. Snacks and/or meals are also provided to all kids before they head home.

Click here to learn more.

Summer Programming

Our Summer Program provides structured activities and a safe place, Monday – Friday, from 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM, during 6 weeks of summer break. Similar to our Afterschool Program, youth are engaged in age-appropriate activities focused on curbing the summer learning loss, building character, and forming healthy habits.

Additionally, kids get to attend Club-sponsored field trips to indoor swimming pools, local businesses, outdoor parks, and community attractions. Have no fear parents, kids won’t come home hungry! Healthy and balanced meals and snacks are provided throughout the day during summer programs.

Click here to learn more.

Core Programs

BGCA offers local Clubs tested, proven, and nationally recognized programs that closely align with the developmental needs of all young people. We aim to put our youth on the path to great futures!

Click here and scroll down to learn more.

BGCSA serves kids ages 6 to 18 years old.

Call for membership availability.

Transportation from KIPP Un Mundo Elementary, KIPP Camino Middle School, KIPP Camino High School, YWLA Primary, Carvajal Elementary, Tafolla Middle School, Rhodes Middle School, and Lanier High School.

Membership is done annually, per session on a first-come, first-served basis at the Club of your choice.

All registrants must complete a membership application and complete the registration fee of $100/per child and $25/per teen.

Hardship scholarships are readily available, and all military youth or youth on Medicaid Amerigroup are free.

Registration fees are capped at $300 per family.

Click here to register.

Boys & Girls Clubs of San Antonio provides free membership for military youth to reduce barriers to community and confront the unique challenges facing these young people.

For 30 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of America and the U.S. Armed Services have partnered to provide support and services to military-connected youth on- and off-installation. Because military-connected youth face unique challenges, Boys & Girls Clubs of America helps them access specialized opportunities, cultivate lifelong friendships, and develop the necessary resilience to build great futures.

From rural areas, schools, and inner cities to military installations and on Native lands, a Boys & Girls Club or affiliated Youth Center can be found in all 50 states and 16 countries worldwide, doing whatever it takes to provide a safe environment to help children succeed.

Military families can begin registration by contacting Boys & Girls Clubs of San Antonio directly at the phone number or email below.

The Boys and Girls Clubs of San Antonio changes lives through high-quality afterschool and summer programs in a safe, affordable, and fun environment.

Afterschool Programming

BGCSA offers a weekday Afterschool Program for kids all through the school year! Our Clubhouses are open weekdays, 3:00 PM – 6:30 PM, making it an easy choice for parents. The daily schedule begins with Power Hour™, an hour dedicated to homework help and completion.

Kids then rotate through age-appropriate activities! Kids will be able to enjoy gym and playground time, sports practices, reading or math tutoring, fine arts, and more! Our preteens and teenagers have more guided activities, such as college visits, career skills building, driving simulations, and leadership and community-service-focused clubs.

BGCSA offers more support by offering transportation to Clubhouse locations. Snacks and/or meals are also provided to all kids before they head home.

Click here to learn more.

Summer Programming

Our Summer Program provides structured activities and a safe place, Monday – Friday, from 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM, during 6 weeks of summer break. Similar to our Afterschool Program, youth are engaged in age-appropriate activities focused on curbing the summer learning loss, building character, and forming healthy habits.

Additionally, kids get to attend Club-sponsored field trips to indoor swimming pools, local businesses, outdoor parks, and community attractions. Have no fear parents, kids won’t come home hungry! Healthy and balanced meals and snacks are provided throughout the day during summer programs.

Click here to learn more.

Core Programs

BGCA offers local Clubs tested, proven, and nationally recognized programs that closely align with the developmental needs of all young people. We aim to put our youth on the path to great futures!

Click here and scroll down to learn more.

BGCSA serves kids ages 6 to 18 years old.

Call for membership availability.

Transportation from KIPP Camino High School, Jubilee Lakeview High School, Lanier High School.

Clubhouse membership is $100 for the school year and $100 for the summer.

Teen membership is $25 for the summer.

Our HISD extended day programs are on a sliding scale fee and require proof of income to verify household income levels.

Hardship scholarships are readily available; and all military youth or youth on Medicaid Amerigroup are free.

 Registration fees are capped at $300 per family.

Head Start is a federally funded program provided at no cost for qualifying families.

Family Service's Youth Education Programs build on a foundation of technology, innovation, and creation to transition youth from consumers of technology into tomorrow's innovators. Our mix of Youth Education and Career Programs offer something for every student, and encourage the inclusion of their family and support system. Family Service's youth programming develops key relationships and demonstrates to our students how many opportunities are available in San Antonio and beyond.

They include:

• Paid Summer Internship
• C2C Pathways-a yearlong mentoring program
• Transition Camps-to help you move from elementary to middle school and middle to high school
• YAGA-a youth-led afterschool program

Teens 12 to 18 years of age

Free

• Computer Skills Classes
• Free Computer Use

ALL STARS Evidence-Based Curriculum is used to teach children about goal setting, academic planning, self esteem, anger management, social norms, and life skills with additional components such as:
• Substance Abuse Education
• Family Exchange and Integration
• Career-Based Practicum
• Health and Wellness
• S.T.E.M. for enrichment in science, technology, engineering, and math
• Summer sports
• Summer USDA feeding program

Obtaining a postsecondary education increases the odds of breaking the cycle of poverty. College and Career Readiness provides individual guidance to help students successfully transition from high school into postsecondary education (2-year, 4-year, or technical degree). Services offered include one-on-one advising, career exploration, college tours and application/financial aid guidance. 

College and Career Readiness is a program of Good Sam's Youth Development Services (YDS), whose goal is to help young people acquire the life and academic skills necessary for personal success.

YDS exposes youth to new experiences, provides safe spaces to learn, and helps develop a sense of purpose by providing structured, age-appropriate services through five pillars:

• Support Educational Achievement
• Encourage Healthy Decisions
• Explore College and Career Pathways
• Develop Leaders
• Engage Families

Grades: 6th - 12th.

SAISD & Edgewood ISD Students.

For more information about College and Career Readiness, please call 210-434-5531 or email at [email protected].

At the San Antonio Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired, we provide vocational rehabilitation services that are tailored to meet the needs and interest of each individual. Are highly skilled staff specialize in working with individuals who are blind or visually impaired, as well as those who are uniquely abled. We provide a wide range of services from basic life skills to advanced technical training to help prepare our customers for independence and success in today's employment market.

Our Programs:

Technology Evaluation and Training: We provide evaluations and training on the latest assistive technology avialable, and specialize in training the vision impaired on mainstream software such as Microsoft and Apple, as well as assistive software. In addition, we work with community organizations and businesses to provide training for staff.

Employment Services and Job Placement: We are proud to offer employment services to assist individuals with preparing for, locating, and maintaining suitable employment. We offer assistance and training in job search, resume writing, job application completion, interviewing skills, and vocational adjustment training (VAT).

School of Business: Our School of Business offers 7 hours that are designed to assist students in refining their marketability into today's workforce. We currently offer seminars in over 15 different areas to include: Introduction to Windows 10, Microsoft Office Word, Microsoft Office Excel, Microsoft Office Outlook, Microsoft Office PowerPoint, and Zoom.

For more information, contact Employment Services at 210-531-1432 or [email protected]. 

Restore Education offers free workforce training certification programs for in-demand fields. We offer several options for earning a certification as you work towards your high school equivalency credential or college enrollment

• Must be 18 or older and be eligible to work in the U.S.
• Most trainings require proof of a high school diploma or GED.
• Some trainings require vaccination records.

There may be additional requirements depending on the training pathway you choose. Students must successfully complete all course requirements and pass all exams to receive their training certificate.

Enrollment is free and. Upgrade your education and career prospects as you enhance your immediate earning potential with workforce training.

The Dual Generation program is focused on helping parents go to college or job training and making sure their children receive an appropriate developmental level of education. We can provide childcare for the parents to attend school/training and assist with job placement after completion (or during if needed).

Tuition assistance available for job training programs:

• GED/High School Diploma
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
• Medical Assistant
• Pharmacy Technician
• Commercial Driver License (CDL)
• Bookkeeping / QuickBooks
• Medical Front Office
• Administrative Assistant w/ Phlebotomy
• Child Development Associate (CDA)
• Information Technology
• Customer Service Financial Services
• Paraprofessional Educator Training

Monthly support and access to:

• Job & Career Exploration
• Quality Childcare
• Resume Building
• Supportive Services
• Transportation Assistance

To qualify, a family must:

• have at least 1 child aged 0-10; and
• live in one of these zip codes: 78202, 78203, 78205, 78207, 78208, 78210, 78215, 78218, 78219, 78220, 78222, 78227, 78237.

Restore Education’s college readiness program bridges this gap by putting college preparation within reach for students across Bexar County. With our help, students are less likely to end up in remedial courses and more likely to persist in college.

The Information Technology training course provides instruction on the foundations of IT, programming, and network support. Students will master the technical skills of programming and computer support. Other skills to be acquired include courses in professionalism, verbal communication, analyzing information, and critical thinking/problem-solving. IT training is intended to equip students with basic skills and knowledge for entry-level positions such as help desk, desktop support, or other tech support positions. Graduates of this program will be eligible to sit for the CompTIA IT Fundamentals and A+ certification.

Go at your own pace. Create your own schedule with our evening and weekend hours. Take your exams when you are ready

You can enroll for free. Thanks to generous donors,
our program is completely free for students.

• Computer Skills Classes
• Free Wi-Fi
• Free Computer Use

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, Restore Education, connects students with no-cost, flexible pathways so they can advance their education and launch in-demand careers. Eligibility Requirements can be found here.

Services include:

• Intake
• Case Management
• Testing (Entrance Exam)
• Training in these Fields:

• Medical Front Office
• Phlebotomy
• Medical Assistant
• Office Support
• Financial Services Representative
• Bookkeeping Assistant
• Transportation Design Technician
• Logistics Technician
• Information Technician

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, YWCA San Antonio, provides connects San Antonians with no-cost, flexible pathways so they can advance their education and launch in-demand careers. Eligibility Requirements can be found here.

Services include:

• Intake
• Assessment
• Case Management
• Referrals for Training

Mi Carrera is a program for young women in middle and high school. The program addresses the importance of decision making to develop positive relationships and influence career planning. Mi Carrera motivates self-discovery and a means toward a better life that includes higher education, employment, and self-sufficiency.

Classes are held weekly at participating middle and high schools in the San Antonio Area. The classes promote self-awareness and character development, career exploration, job readiness skills, and financial literacy. All girls are encouraged to grow together and learn from one another by volunteering in the community, attending college campus visits and family events.

Mi Carrera addresses a number of topics such as:

• Body Image
• Communication
• Stress Management
• Conflict Resolution
• Relationships
• Goal Setting
• Career Options
• Cultural Awareness

Middle and high school women.