Non-Traditional Opportunities for Women (NOW)

Friday, July 1, 2022 to Saturday, December 31, 2022
Self-paced program information
Can vary based on which program.
Monday: 6:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. at your own pace
Tuesday: 6:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. at your own pace
Wednesday: 6:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. at your own pace
Thursday: 6:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. at your own pace
Friday: 6:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. at your own pace
Saturday: 6:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. at your own pace
Sunday: 6:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. at your own pace

Women who are residents of Minnesota and one of the following: age 50+, a person of color, or low income.

Funds are available to pay for short-term training leading to work that is considered non-traditional for women, in-demand and with good wages.

  • Work 1:1 with an employment counselor
  • Interest and values assessments
  • Career exploration and labor market research
  • Develop a training and job search plan
  • Financial assistance 
  • Job search assistance

How to Participate

Contact Angela Plumbo, Program Coordinator 651-275-8685/MN Relay 711

Outcomes

Funds are available to pay for short-term training leading to work that is considered non-traditional for women, in-demand and with good wages.

 

Program Costs

Basic eligibility:

  • Woman who is age 18+, and 
  • Resident of Minnesota, and
  • Authorized to work in the U.S.

In addition to the basic eligibility criteria, individuals must also fit into one of the following groups: 

  • Person of color
  • Age 50+
  • At or below 200% federal poverty guideline (FPG)

No cost to those determined eligible. 

Who to Contact for More Information

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CareerForce in Cottage Grove

651-275-8680
13000 Ravine Parkway South
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
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19955 Forest Road North
Forest Lake, MN 55025
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651-275-8665
2150 Radio Drive
Woodbury, MN 55125
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