Courses
Choose from fields of study that will prepare you to be more competitive in today’s job market. Explore diverse courses and certificate programs designed to strengthen your skills and expand your career possibilities.
Vermonters, for the second year in a row, the state has enabled UVM to provide free educational opportunities to eligible Vermonters. Take charge of your career path by taking up to two professional development courses at UVM — totally free, flexible, and inspiring. Explore professional certificates and courses resulting in college credit designed to help eligible Vermonters keep learning, progressing, and growing.
To participate, all applicants must be a Vermont resident, meet one of the following criteria and may not be enrolled as a degree-seeking student (of any level) at a College or University:
Persons in family/household | Annual Household Income (300% of the federal poverty guidelines) |
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1 | $40,770 |
2 | $54,930 |
3 | $69,090 |
4 | $83,250 |
5 | $97,410 |
6 | $111,570 |
7 | $125,730 |
8 | $139,890 |
For families/households with more than 8 persons, add $14,160 for each additional person |
Upskill Vermont is committed to providing easy-access pathways that support eligible Vermonters’ pursuit of a rewarding career. We believe that by developing Vermonters’ professional skills through education and training designed for the real world, we strengthen our state, our communities, and our families.
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WHERE UPSKILL VERMONT COMES IN
Ready to take on a new role or pursue a career path you’ve always been curious about? Investing in advanced training can feel like a leap and a financial commitment. The Upskill Vermont Scholarship Program is here to support your goals with career guidance and advising support.
Get the training and development you need to advance your career in fast-growing fields. Explore courses designed to strengthen core skills, whether you’re pursuing a fresh start on a new career path or aiming to deepen your expertise in your current role.
Use the links below to browse the selection of courses.
Meet UVM students who’ve transformed their careers through a combination of studying and strategizing — and learn how you can too.
Whether you are exploring changing career paths or changing employers, there are many free resources available to help you in your search.
Several websites provide information on different occupations in a range of industries. Each of these can help you find out more about a career you may be interested in or may help you find your next career.
Do you want to find a career that matches your interests?
Want to know what careers you can do with the skills you already have?
Job search engines are a great place to start to better understand what opportunities are out there and the skills employers are looking for. These are a few examples of the many job sites out there.
General Employment Jobsites
Vermont Employment Jobsites
Community College of Vermont Links
Many articles and videos are available to help you improve or develop new skills employers are looking for or to better understand the changing career options in the market.
Ted Talks
Occupations
Job Search
Skills
This scholarship program is designed to provide career development and skills to eligible Vermont residents who are seeking education for professional growth and employment.
This scholarship is for eligible Vermont residents who are looking to gain professional skills to help with a career path or job search. Eligible Vermont residents can take up to two (2) select courses for free (tuition only) in the scholarship award period. To be approved, follow the application and approval instructions.
No, students enrolled as a degree-seeking student (of any level) are not eligible for Upskill Vermont scholarship funding.
Registration opens on July 1, 2022. Browse the Upskill Vermont program/course(s) list and visit the program/course pages of interest to decide on the program/course(s) that are best for you. Beginning July 1, visit the program/course page(s) of your choosing. Click on the Upskill Vermont registration link and enter your information to register. That’s it!
Prior to starting the course, please refer to the program/course(s) page to identify any additional materials needed to complete the course. You will also receive instructions to access the optional orientation, which we highly encourage you to complete prior to starting your course.
Two; you can take up to two courses. Each course will require a separate registration that are program specific. You are welcome to complete more than one application, but you will only be approved for a maximum of two (2) courses during the scholarship award period.
Yes! We are thrilled to offer Vermont residents an opportunity to take an additional 2 courses in 2022 even if they took advantage of the initial Upskill offerings in 2021.
The eligible programs/course(s) are listed here.
The scholarship is designed to be used for selected dates and program/course(s). Because there is limited availability of scholarship funds as well as course seats, it is not guaranteed that you will be able to move into another program.
Due to the limited funds and available program/course(s) seats, we ask that you only apply if you are sure you can make the time to focus on the program/course(s). And – we understand that life happens. Please reach out to our Enrollment Coach team as soon as you realize you will not be able to complete the program/course(s).
No, Vermont high school students are not eligible for Upskill Scholarships. However, please refer to the Vermont Dual Enrollment page to learn how Vermont high school students can take up to two tuition-free college courses. Tuition is fully reimbursed through a voucher system approved by their high schools.
Yes, you will need to purchase or provide any additional resources or tools that are not part of the program/course(s) fee. Refer to your program/course(s) page for any additional materials or fees that you will need.
The scholarship is intended to assist students in program/course(s) completion. With the limited amount of funds available for students, we ask that you strongly consider your commitment to completing the course of study. Students are strongly encouraged to speak with an Enrollment Coach if they have concerns or issues about starting or completing the program/course(s). You can reach the Enrollment Coach team at learn@uvm.edu.
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