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For individuals who have current work authorization and are proficient in English, the Canal Alliance Workforce Development programs train clients for employment opportunities in high-demand fields that offer living wage salaries. We now offer five career pathway programs.

Visit the information below to learn more and select the program that is right for you!

Applications for all programs are accepted on a rolling basis.

Please call us at 415-306-0464 to learn more.

View the information below for more detail about each of our career pathway programs.

Become a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)! This training program, offered in partnership with College of Marin and By the Bay Health, prepares graduates to work in the medical field as CNAs. We are currently accepting applications for those who are interested in joining this training program.
  • Schedule: 
    • Classes: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 8 AM – 4 PM 
    • Clinicals: 6:45 AM – 3 PM (second half of the course) 
    • Duration: 12 weeks (about 3 months) 
  • Partner Organizations: College of Marin, By the Bay Health 
  • Requirements: 
    • HS/GED diploma (local or international) 
    • Age: 18+ 
    • English Level: Intermediate/Advanced 
    • Work Authorization required 
  • Skills Taught: 
    • Patient personal care, communication, environmental control, safety, nutrition, rehabilitation, special procedures, Interviewing and resume building
Train to become a bus operator for Golden Gate Transit! We are currently accepting applications for those who are interested in joining this training program.

  • Schedule: 
    • Pre-apprenticeship: Tuesdays, 6 PM – 9 PM; Thursdays, 8 AM – 4 PM (two weeks); Saturdays, 8 AM – 4 PM (one week) 
    • Duration: 3 weeks 
  • Partner Organizations: Santa Rosa Junior College, College of Marin, Golden Gate Transit 
  • Requirements: 
    • Work Permit, clean driver’s license 
    • Education: HS Diploma/GED/HISET or successful completion of a skills test 
    • English Level: Intermediate/Advanced 
  • Skills Taught: 
  • Bus operating training, Class B license acquisition, customer service, rules of driving a bus, Interviewing, and resume building.

Our “Construyendo Mi Negocio” class is a 10-session course designed to help entrepreneurs set up and run a successful small business. For more information and to register, click here or please call us at 415-306-0464 today.

Classes begin on August 1st and finish on August 31st, 2023. The class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 6 pm – 9 pm.

Please note that “Construyendo Mi Negocio” classes are taught virtually and in Spanish.

  • Schedule: 
    • Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6 PM – 9 PM 
    • Duration: 5 weeks 
  • Partner Organizations: Small Business Development Center 
  • Requirements: 
    • Must speak Spanish 
  • Skills Taught: 
    • Advertising, budgeting, goal setting, mission/vision, business operations, accounting, financial statements, cost analysis, sales forecasting, market research, and competitive analysis. 

Canal Alliance in conjunction with the College of Marin and the Marin Builders Association offers a Construction Skills Certificate Program for the community wishing to enter the construction industry. The training is offered twice a year and lasts 12 weeks. Classes are during accessible times in the afternoons/evenings and on weekends. If you are interested in registering or receiving more information, please click here.

For more information and to register, please call 415-306-0464 today.

  • Schedule: 
    • Pre-apprenticeship: Tuesdays, 6 PM – 9 PM; Thursdays, 8 AM – 4 PM (two weeks); Saturdays, 8 AM – 4 PM (one week) 
    • Duration: 3 weeks 
  • Partner Organizations: Santa Rosa Junior College, College of Marin, Golden Gate Transit 
  • Requirements: 
    • Work Permit, clean driver’s license 
    • Education: HS Diploma/GED/HISET or successful completion of a skills test 
    • English Level: Intermediate/Advanced 
  • Skills Taught: 
    • Bus operating training, Class B license acquisition, customer service, rules of driving a bus, Interviewing and resume building. 

Our program offers the necessary training to secure full-time positions in the banking industry with competitive salaries, while also providing opportunities to learn the art of sales, improve customer service skills and kickstart your career. For more information, call us today at 415-306-0464. 

  • Schedule: 
    • Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6 PM – 9 PM 
    • Duration: 8 weeks (about 2 months) 
  • Partner Organizations: College of Marin, UnidosUS, Bank of America 
  • Requirements: 
    • HS/GED Diploma (local or international) 
    • Age: 18+ 
    • English Level: Intermediate 
    • Work Authorization required 
  • Skills Taught: 
    • Risk mitigation, compliance, technology use, strategic thinking, career pathway access, Interviewing and resume building. 

Schedule: Monday from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm

Partner Organizations: ESO (Entrepreneurship of Color) / College of Marin / Canal Alliance

Requirements: Desire to move your business or business idea forward / Speak Spanish / Basic computer skills

Skills Taught: How to manage your business effectively, social media management, how to retain and acquire new customers through good customer service, finances, how to obtain licenses, and how to turn your business into an LLC.

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