About UpSkill Miami

United Way Miami is proud to launch UpSkill Miami, a transformative new fund that invests in workforce development initiatives.

UpSkill Miami fosters strategic collaborations, bringing together underserved populations, training providers and employers in Miami-Dade County. The fund serves to upskill and reskill the local workforce, offering them training, support and employment opportunities in high-demand industries.

By creating a pathway to jobs that provide economic mobility and avenues for career growth, we can profoundly transform the lives of many in our local community.

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Targeting individuals who live or work in Miami-Dade County earning below $35,000 or are currently unemployed

An investment of $3.3 million is projected to benefit more than 750 Miami-Dade County residents

Various ways to get involved for employers, training providers, students, referral agencies and donors

Goals

Upskill

Reskill and upskill Miami-Dade County residents in high-demand industries

Upgrade

Provide access to in-demand job opportunities with growth potential

Upward

Facilitate pathways to financial stability

Partners

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Healthcare Industry

Programs offered by our partners

Baptist Health Programs

Baptist Health began its Allied Health Scholars program in 2022 to offer financial support to students enrolled in critically needed disciplines at accredited academic institutions. Through this collaboration with United Way Miami, Baptist Health will expand its clinical program to continue offering employment opportunities for Miami-Dade County residents.

Available Programs

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

Medical Assistant

MRI Technician

Pharmacy Technician

Phlebotomy Technician

Sterilization Technician

Surgical Technologist

Jackson Health System Programs

Jackson Health System’s academic programs have trained world-class healthcare professionals, and through funding provided by United Way Miami, individuals who seek new career opportunities in healthcare will have the opportunity to reskill or upskill and land a job in a high-demand field.

Available Programs

Radiology Advanced Transition Program – CT Scan Technologist

Radiology Advanced Transition Program – MRI Technologist

Central Sterile Processing Technician

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Medical Assistant

Pharmacy Technician

Phlebotomy Technician

Radiography (X-ray)

Respiratory Care Therapist

Surgical Technician

Miami Dade College Programs

Miami Dade College has partnered with United Way Miami to provide scholarships for students and future professionals in the South Florida healthcare community. Through this partnership, eligible students will receive FREE tuition, books, fees, uniform and a stipend.

Available Programs

Associate in Science in Nursing (ASN)

Central Sterile Processing Technician

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Pharmacy Technician

Phlebotomy Technician

United HomeCare Program

United HomeCare (UHC) is partnering with United Way Miami to offer employment opportunities with free training to qualified applicants for the care of older disabled adults through its Learn & Work Program leading to rewarding careers and a valuable pathway for aspiring caregivers to enter the growing home care industry.

Use UPSKILL referral code when applying.

The current program is at capacity, please submit your information below and join our mailing list for updates. 

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    Available program

    Home Health Aide Documentation

    Transportation Industry

    Programs offered by our partners

    The CDL School Programs

    In more than 30 years of operation, The CDL School has proudly trained more than 150,000 individuals to obtain their CDL. Through this partnership with United Way Miami, in a few short weeks, aspiring truckers will now have the opportunity to land careers in the high-demand transportation industry.

    The current programs are at capacity, please submit your information below and join our mailing list for updates. 

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      Available Programs

      Class A CDL License

      Class B CDL License

      Energy Industry

      Programs offered by our partners

      Florida Power & Light (FPL) Program

      Florida Power & Light (FPL) and the System Council U-4 International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) have developed a centralized Basic Training Pilot. FPL and United Way Miami are partnering to offer this 6-month Pre-Apprenticeship Program for individuals looking to unlock a career as an Apprentice Line Specialist. This program consists of six months of formal training, including two weeks of on-the-job training experience. This is a great opportunity to become a skilled lineworker with the nation’s leading electric utility company.

      The current program is at capacity, please submit your information below and join our mailing list for updates. 

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        Available Program

        Pre-Apprenticeship Program

        Construction Industry

        Programs offered by our partners

        Florida International University Programs

        Florida International University (FIU) and United Way Miami are partnering to empower and transform lives in Miami-Dade County. UpSkill Miami supports FIU’s Certificate Program in Construction Trades, with a specialized emphasis on electrical skills, which provides eligible residents with technical skills and resources to land good-paying, high-demand jobs in Miami’s construction industry.

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          Available Programs

          Construction Trades Certificate – Electrical (16-weeks)

          Construction Trades Pre-Apprenticeship – Electrical (6-months)

          Florida Memorial University Program

          Florida Memorial University (FMU) and United Way Miami are teaming up to create equitable access to education and financial stability in Miami-Dade County. Our partnership supports FMU’s Construction Trades Program, with a specific focus on electrical skills, providing eligible residents with the skills and resources to obtain a career in the electrical trades.

          Available Program

          Construction Trades Program – Electrical (16-weeks)

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          Aviation Industry

          Programs offered by our partners

          Barrington Irving Technical Training School Programs

          Barrington Irving Technical Training School (BITTS) and United Way Miami are partnering to elevate and transform opportunities in Miami-Dade County. BITTS supports a comprehensive technical skills program, offering specialized training in aviation maintenance, repair, and overhaul operations. This initiative provides Miami’s workforce with the necessary skills and resources to secure high-demand, well-paying jobs in the aviation industry, focusing on supporting low-income and transitioning populations.

          Available Programs

          Aircraft Technician

          Fixed Based Operator Line Technician

          Resource Center

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          Whether you’re a potential donor looking to invest in transforming lives, an employer or training provider seeking meaningful partnerships, or a resident interested in exploring UpSkill Miami’s opportunities, we invite you to get involved and learn more. Let’s continue to build a stronger Miami, together.

           

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