Employment Training
Offered in partnership with the Missouri Department of Social Services, our SkillUp program helps SNAP recipients obtain skills, training, education, and employer connections that lead to employment and on-the-job success.
Start a New Career with SkillUp
SkillUp will help you explore career options and cover the cost of short-term employment training to help you land employment in a stable, fulfilling career.
- Explore short-term career training
- Receive help to pay for career training
- Simplify your job search
- Improve your resume and interviewing skills
- Receive coaching support to achieve your goals
Eligibility:
Must be receiving SNAP benefits to be eligible.
Get Started:
Complete an application to get started!
Columbia Employment Training Initiative
Gain the necessary skills, resources, and support you need to secure and retain employment!
- Digital Skill Building
- Career Assessment
- Labor Market Exploration
- Job Search Training
- Educational & Vocational Training Programs
Eligibility
Members must be inside Columbia city limits, be at least 16 years old, and meet the following income eligibility requirements:

Get Started
Complete our application to get started today!