Climb Hire: Colorado Workforce Training Programs
Workforce training in Colorado
Climb Hire offers workforce training programs in Paid Search Marketing and IT Support that help low-income Colorado residents launch careers in tech. Our programs are remote and open to eligible adults statewide.
Free tuition
Climb Hire’s workforce training programs are completely free for eligible Coloradans. Thanks to support from mission-aligned partners and sponsors, we're able to cover all training costs plus certification exam fees for widely recognized industry credentials.
Career planning
Climb Hire integrates job readiness and soft skills training throughout our programs. You'll learn how to build a resume, prepare for interviews, and apply to the right jobs. More than 80% of Climb Hire alumni secure lucrative roles within 12 months of graduating.
IT Support
Our IT Support workforce training program runs for six months and prepares you for entry-level tech roles while working toward the CompTIA A+ certification. We also pay for both required A+ exams, which typically cost over $500 out of pocket.
- Learn core concepts in operating systems, hardware, networking, troubleshooting, and security
- Practice real-world problem solving through hands-on technical scenarios
- Complete projects that reflect the responsibilities of IT support roles in the workplace
You'll also have the opportunity to earn the Google IT Support Professional Certificate as an additional credential.
The program combines live instructor-led sessions with independent assignments, adding up to a roughly 20-hour-per-week commitment. Soft skills such as communication, teamwork, and professional skills are also taught throughout the curriculum.
The program combines live instructor-led sessions with independent assignments, adding up to a roughly 20-hour-per-week commitment. Soft skills such as communication, teamwork, and professional skills are also taught throughout the curriculum.
Paid Search Marketing
Climb Hire’s Paid Search Marketing program is a four-month workforce training option that prepares you for roles in paid media and digital marketing. Throughout the course, you’ll learn the skills to earn three industry-recognized certifications at no cost: Google Ads Search, Meta Digital Marketing Associate, and HubSpot Inbound Marketing.
- Managing paid advertising campaigns across search and social platforms
- Interpreting campaign data to improve results
- Developing marketing strategies that align with business goals
- Producing portfolio-ready projects for employers
Career preparation and interview readiness are embedded throughout the program as well. The weekly time commitment is approximately 20 hours, divided between live instruction and independent work.
Job search and employment services
Climb Hire’s workforce training programs include continued support during and after graduation to help you land and keep a job. This support includes:
- Six months of personalized guidance from a Career Development Advisor
- Mock interviews with helpful feedback
- Assistance with resume creation and job applications
- A free one-year LinkedIn Premium subscription
- Access to our Alumni Network Portal with job leads from hiring partners
Graduates of Climb Hire have gone on to work at companies such as IBM, Google, and BetterUp.
Supportive services
Workforce training is most effective when basic needs are met. Our partnership with SNAP allows eligible students to receive benefits that help with food support during training. Climb Hire is also actively expanding additional services, including:
- Childcare assistance
- Internet access support
- Learning and testing accommodations
- Transportation assistance
As new services become available, participants are notified directly.
Eligibility requirements
Climb Hire’s Colorado workforce training programs are open to applicants who:
- Live in the state of Colorado
- Earn under $30k annually
- Are between 24 and 40 years old
- Have US work authorization
- Can commit approximately 20 hours per week to training
Our Colorado address
1942 Broadway Street, STE 314C
Boulder, CO 80302
Boulder, CO 80302
Other workforce training programs in Colorado
If Climb Hire doesn’t quite align with what you’re looking for, Colorado offers several additional workforce training programs.
CDLE supports Colorado’s workforce system through its Division of Employment & Training, connecting job seekers to training, career counseling, and apprenticeship programs. The department provides financial support that can cover tuition and related expenses for these training opportunities.
Colorado Training Providers is a statewide directory of approved workforce and educational programs—from online certificates to apprenticeships and degrees. It helps Coloradans find training options and funding-eligible programs through local Colorado workforce centers in areas like Denver, Pueblo, Grand Junction, and Durango.
Goodwill Colorado provides free workforce training programs focused on IT certifications, financial services skills, and professional development. Program availability varies by location, with options in Denver, Colorado Springs, and other areas across the state.
The Weld County Workforce Center serves northern Colorado, including Greeley, Windsor, and Evans. It offers workforce programs for youth, adults, veterans, and dislocated workers. Services include job training, career coaching, paid work experience, and Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA).
Pikes Peak Workforce Center, out of Colorado Springs, offers financial assistance for approved training programs, including help with tuition, fees, books, and licensure. Eligible programs include information technology, healthcare, and manufacturing career pathways.
Colorado universities and colleges with workforce training programs
The University of Denver offers online professional and workforce development training through its College of Professional Studies. Programs cover technology, business, leadership, project management, and healthcare, with courses that help you build practical skills that can be applied immediately on the job.
The Colorado Community College System offers workforce programs through participating community colleges across Colorado, including in-demand fields like information technology, behavioral health, early childhood education, and energy. Students may also earn college credit for prior work or military experience.
CSU works with 18 workforce centers across Colorado to provide no-cost training programs. Offerings span areas like project management, digital marketing, IT certifications, healthcare support roles, and coding, with programs accessible through workforce centers statewide.
Located in Littleton, Arapahoe Community College offers workforce and career training programs in flexible formats, including online options. Programs span fields like information technology, business, healthcare, construction trades, and computer science, with frequent start dates and open enrollment.
RRCC offers short-term certificate programs that prepare you for entry-level roles in various fields, including healthcare, HVAC, woodworking, and business. Programs are available in Arvada, Lakewood, and online, with financial aid and scholarship options available.