Twin Cities RISE! Frequently
Asked Questions
Interested in learning more about Twin Cities
RISE!, but have a question about our organization? Below are our
most Frequently Asked Questions in the following areas:
Who is Twin Cities RISE! (TCR!) and what do
we do?
Twin Cities RISE! is a professional development training program.
We provide workskills training and personal development to prepare
our participants for entry level skilled positions in Administrative
Office Support, Clerical, Customer Service, Data Entry, Retail Banking,
Operations, and Warehouse paying at least $20,000 per year with
benefits.
What is the mission of Twin Cities RISE!?
The mission of Twin Cities RISE! is to provide employers with skilled
workers - primarily men from communities of color in the Twin Cities
area - by training under- and unemployed adults for skilled jobs
that pay a living wage of at least $20,000 annually.
What is the Empowerment Institute?
The Empowerment Institute (EI) is an external training arm of TCR!,
formed with the express purpose of extending our unique Personal
Empowerment program to other organizations, businesses, local schools
and colleges. Personal Empowerment training is the backbone of the
TCR! program. The Institute provides several types of training including:
- Personal Empowerment classes for your staff or clients
- Train-The-Trainer programs for those who are interested in becoming
certified Personal Empowerment trainers
- Empowered Supervision training for managers and supervisors
who want to be more successful and achieve higher levels of output
for their division.
All training programs can be customized to fit
the specific needs of the individuals and/or organization.
Engage in a free Personal Empowerment session and learn why Personal
Empowerment sets TCR! apart from other job skills training programs.
Experience for yourself Personal Empowerment's insight into vital
life skills such as communication and positive relationships. View
upcoming Empowered
Events. For more information about Twin Cities RISE! and the
Empowerment Institute , view the Empowerment
Institute section.
Where is Twin Cities RISE! located?
Twin Cities RISE! has two locations; one in Minneapolis and one
in St. Paul.
Twin Cities RISE! Minneapolis Office
800 Washington Ave N Suite 203
Minneapolis, MN 55401
612 - 338 - 0295
Twin Cities RISE! St. Paul Office
633 University Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55104
651 - 603 - 8520
For maps and directions, please visit our
Locations page.
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Program
Are there any criteria in order to be eligible
for the program?
We are an anti-poverty program so we do have some eligibility requirements.
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- At least 18 years old and live in Minnesota
- Have earned no more than $20,000 last year
- Own less than $7,000 in assets, not including a home.
- Assets may include:
- Car
- Savings
- Stock
- Mutual funds
- Retirement pension plan
- Trust fund
- Willing and able to work full time
- Eligible to be legally employed in the United States now and
for the next 2 years
- Have a high school diploma or GED. If no GED, must be willing
to obtain GED within 10 to 20 weeks
- Not currently a college student, attending another training
program, or a 4 year degree holder from a US institution
- No Criminal Sexual Conduct convictions (CSC) or Arson convictions
- Individual has been out of jail for at least 90 days
- Individual has not used drugs in the last 42 days
- Applicant must demonstrate English fluency and basic literacy
What if I do not have a GED?
Twin Cities RISE! provides the opportunity for individuals to obtain
a GED through the TCR! Core
Program. A GED must be obtained within 10 to 20 weeks of admission
to the program.
Do I get paid to be in the program?
We do not pay participants while in the program. We do however,
expect that our participants work at least part time while attending
classes and we will assist you in your job search if you are not
employed when you start.
How much does the program cost?
There is no cost to you as the participant for the first 10 weeks
of training at TCR!. After the first session, we ask that you sign
a Partnership Agreement that outlines your responsibilities to continue
on in the program. For further information or to attend an information
session, please call our Minneapolis Office at (612) 338 - 0295
or our St. Paul office at 651-603-8520.
Does TCR! guarantee me a job?
We do not guarantee jobs. We offer courses that provide you with
the necessary hard skills and soft skills to prepare you for interviews
with some of the companies we work with.
How long does the program take to complete?
The amount of time you will study at TCR! depends on the skills
you have when you enter the program. The average time participants
spend at TCR! is a year.
Does TCR! help with transportation/day care?
You may be eligible for assistance with transportation (bus cards)
and/or day care. If you have questions about this and your eligibility,
please ask about it during your interview.
How can I invest in TCR! financially?
You can Donate to Twin
Cities RISE! on-line.
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Classes
Can I test out of any classes?
We allow participants the option to "test-out" of some classes.
How can I become a hiring partner?
If you are interested in hiring a Twin Cities RISE! graduate or
an intern, contact the Employer Services Department by email at
employerservices@twincitiesrise.org
or call (612) 338 - 0295. For more information about our hiring
partners, retention statistics, internship program and more, view
the Employer
Services section.
How do I become a volunteer?
If you want to impact poverty in our community, you have come to
the right place. Get started Volunteering by completing an application
and going through an Orientation of the work our volunteers do.
For more information about becoming a volunteer, volunteer opportunities
and volunteer orientation dates, view the Volunteer
section.
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For further information or questions,
please contact us by email at info@twincitiesrise.org
or call (612) 338 - 0295.
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