Catholic Charities Philosophy
In-Demand Careers
Students learn skills for in-demand jobs in the area
Experiential Training
Graduates are prepared to start work in their chosen profession immediately
Expert Teacher
Every job training program is taught by experts in the field, who teach skills and help graduates network to land jobs
Wrap-Around Services
Job training students have access to additional Catholic Charities services for life skills, counseling, housing, and more
Employment is vital to personal and family stability. Our job training program make sure that graduates are prepared for job openings in current and growing industries.
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The number graduates the Sewing Training Academy has placed in industrial sewing jobs since 2015.
The Culinary Training Academy is an 8-week course preparing students to work in the hospitality industry, including hotels and restaurants
The Sewing Training Academy prepares students for skilled careers in industrial sewing.
The Guild at a glance 3-week training program Free Learn and practice skills in hands-on classroom Meets Monday through Thursday from 3-7 p.m. Next class starts June 6 Help with job placement or continuing education Plumbing jobs are in high demand The Guild will help you become a plumber’s helper in three weeks. The Guild […]
Training program with job placement assistance for people interested in entering the banking industry.
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Georresha first came to our Family Resource Center in December 2023, seeking assistance with food. She had recently moved to Tennessee from another state, leaving behind an abusive relationship to protect herself and her children. At the time, she was working as a DoorDash driver to make ends meet and had just found a place […]
One year ago, Blue was homeless and uncertain about his future. He felt lost, weighed down by a cloud of uncertainty, and the road ahead seemed impossible. Like many facing similar struggles, he came to Catholic Charities’ Family Resource Center at C.E. McGruder looking for food. But what he found was far more than just […]
From Judy K. Orr, Executive Director: As our new fiscal year began last month, we simultaneously embraced a bold, new vision for our work: “By 2029, Catholic Charities will be the leader in Middle Tennessee in assisting people in need to achieve persistent self-reliance.” This vision is at the heart of our new five-year strategic plan, […]