THE ROAD TO OPPORTUNITY IS HERE
The HCTRA Opportunity Career Academy is an innovative career development initiative
created to provide unique education and employment opportunities within HCTRA for residents
across Harris County.
A ROAD MAP FOR ADVANCEMENT
The HCTRA Opportunity Career Academy provides students with a clear path for career development and
opportunities to broaden their professional skillset.
STUDENTS ARE OFFERED:
PAID
TRAINING
TRAINING
Students receive an hourly wage while attending the training classes at
education facilities across Harris County in collaboration with various education institutions.
JOB
OPPORTUNITIES
OPPORTUNITIES
Graduates of the Academy are offered an interview for possible full-time employment at HCTRA.
EDUCATION
OPPORTUNITIES
OPPORTUNITIES
Students who complete the program are given the opportunity to obtain specialized
certifications and micro-credentials that can be applied towards college credits.
DRIVEN TO LEARN
Interested in applying to the HCTRA Opportunity Career Academy?
To qualify, candidates must have:
• High school diploma or GED
• Working knowledge of desktop computers
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office & related
software
• Sound decision-making skills
• Flexibilty
• Positive attitude
• Team player
• Time management skills
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COLLABORATIVE
INFRASTRUCTURE
The HCTRA Opportunity Career Academy leverages partnerships between Harris County leadership,
community partner organizations, and businesses to create job opportunities and spur
socioeconomic advancement throughout the region.
FUELING PROGRESS
The HCTRA Opportunity Career Academy continues to grow and evolve to serve
the diverse needs of Harris County residents.
Follow our progress below:
Follow our progress below:
Ongoing
Additional recruiting for future Academy courses
Ongoing
Onboarding of additional CPO groups
TBD
Next cohort details being finalized
TBD
First Day of Fourteenth Cohort
Do you have questions about the HCTRA Opportunity Career Academy? Are you interested in becoming a partner?
Please fill out and submit the form below.
*Thank you for expressing interest in the HCTRA Opportunity Career Academy. We kindly invite you to submit your information for our consideration in future training programs. Please note Harris County is always looking for candidates, and you may view open positions here.
