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.
From Judy K. Orr, Executive Director: I am excited to invite you to our annual fundraiser, Festival of Hope, a fun and joyous celebration of the accomplishments of our neighbors who allow us to walk alongside them towards a brighter future. Our Latino/Cuban-inspired breakfast event will take place at the Catholic Pastoral Center Tuesday, April […]
Catholic Charities, Diocese of Nashville’s Sewing Training Academy (STA) is hosting A Very Merry SewPOP, a holiday marketplace celebrating new and established Nashville artisans and makers. SewPOP will take place Dec. 3 and 4 at The Clay Lady Campus at 1416 Lebanon Pike, just two miles from downtown Nashville. The event showcases Nashville makers, which […]
Original story in The Tennessee Register The Catholic Charities’ Sewing Training Academy workspace at the McGruder Family Resource Center in North Nashville should be bustling with daily activity right now, filled with a group of students learning about all aspects of sewing and working in the industry. But group classes have been postponed and Sewing […]