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Partners & Cohort Training

Elevate runs custom training cohorts for workforce boards, community organizations, employers, and government agencies. This page explains exactly how it works — what you get, how long it takes, what reports you receive, and what it costs.

If you are a case manager at WorkOne, a program director at a community organization like Goodwill or a community organization, an HR director at a company that needs trained workers, or a grant administrator evaluating training providers — this page is for you.

How a Custom Cohort Works

This is the process from first conversation to final outcome report. Most cohorts are up and running within 2–3 weeks of initial contact.

You tell us what you need

1 phone call or email

You contact us and describe your situation: how many participants you want to train, what industry, what timeline, and what funding source you are using (WIOA, employer-sponsored, grant, etc.). We ask about your participants — their backgrounds, barriers, and goals — so we can match them to the right program.

We design the cohort

3–5 business days

We configure a cohort for your group: start date, program track, credential targets, class schedule, and reporting cadence. If you need evening or weekend classes, we can accommodate that. If your participants need supportive services (transportation, childcare referrals), we coordinate those. You approve the plan before we start.

Your participants enroll

1–2 weeks

You refer participants to us. We handle eligibility screening, document collection, account setup on our learning platform, and orientation scheduling. Each participant gets a login to track their own progress. You get a roster with enrollment confirmation.

Training begins

4–16 weeks depending on program

Your cohort starts training together. Depending on the program, this includes classroom instruction, hands-on lab work, clinical rotations, behind-the-wheel training, or online coursework with live instructor sessions. You receive progress reports at the frequency you choose — weekly or biweekly.

Participants earn credentials

End of program

Participants take their certification exams. We report results to you: who passed, what credential was issued, and by which authority. Certification pathways include EPA Section 608 preparation with proctored exam administration through EPA-approved certifying organizations (ESCO Institute and Mainstream Engineering). Credentials are issued by recognized third parties (Indiana ISDH, Indiana BMV, EPA, OSHA, Certiport, AWS, Indiana PLA) — not by Elevate.

Placement and outcome reporting

Ongoing after program completion

Our career services team helps participants with resume building, interview preparation, and direct employer introductions. We track employment outcomes at 6 months and 12 months. You receive a final cohort report with credential attainment rates, employment rates, employer names, job titles, and wage data.

What Reports You Receive

Reports are generated from our learning platform — not self-reported. You can request reports at any time, and we send them in the format you need (PDF, spreadsheet, or direct access to the platform).

Weekly or Biweekly Progress Report

What it includes: Attendance records for each session, lesson completion percentage per participant, assessment and quiz scores, flags for participants who are falling behind or have missed sessions.

When you get it: Sent on the schedule you choose — every Friday, every other Monday, or any cadence that works for your team.

Credential Report

What it includes: Exam dates for each participant, pass or fail result, credential name and issuing authority, credential issue date, and any retake scheduling.

When you get it: Sent within 5 business days of exam completion.

Employment Outcome Report

What it includes: Employer name, job title, start date, starting wage, and employment verification. Tracked at 6 months (Q2) and 12 months (Q4) after program exit.

When you get it: Sent at Q2 and Q4 milestones. Interim updates available on request.

Final Cohort Summary

What it includes: Total enrollment count, completion rate, credential attainment rate, employment rate, average starting wage, and participant-level detail as needed for funder compliance (WIOA performance indicators).

When you get it: Sent within 30 days of cohort completion.

Apprenticeship Report (for apprenticeship programs)

What it includes: On-the-job training hours logged per apprentice, wage progression, RAPIDS registration status, classroom instruction completion, and projected completion date.

When you get it: Sent monthly.

Who Partners With Us

Workforce Boards & Government Agencies

Examples: WorkOne centers, Indiana DWD, regional workforce boards, county agencies

•WIOA-eligible training programs listed on the Eligible Training Provider List (ETPL)
•Cohort-based training with published start dates, durations, and credential outcomes
•Per-participant progress tracking with exportable reports for case managers
•Alignment to WIOA performance indicators: credential attainment, employment Q2/Q4, median earnings, measurable skill gains
•Custom cohort intake for agency referrals with dedicated enrollment support

Community Organizations

Examples: Goodwill, community centers, reentry programs, faith-based organizations

•Custom cohorts designed for your participant population and their specific needs
•Flexible scheduling — day, evening, and weekend options where available
•Barrier removal support: transportation referrals, childcare coordination, supportive service connections
•Bilingual intake support where available
•Regular progress updates sent directly to your case managers or program directors
•No cost to participants who qualify for WIOA, WRG, or JRI funding

Employers

Examples: HVAC contractors, healthcare facilities, trucking companies, barbershops, IT firms

•Apprenticeship host site opportunities — we handle DOL registration, RAPIDS paperwork, and compliance
•Custom training cohorts aligned to your specific hiring needs and job requirements
•Pre-screened, credentialed candidates ready for direct hire on day one
•On-the-job training (OJT) reimbursement coordination through workforce funding programs
•Ongoing upskilling for your current employees through our learning platform
•No recruitment fees — our career services team connects you with graduates at no cost

Educational Institutions

Examples: Community colleges, career centers, high schools, adult education programs

•Articulation and credit transfer discussions for students moving between programs
•Dual enrollment or bridge program partnerships
•Shared credential pathways (for example: CNA at Elevate → LPN at Ivy Tech → RN at a university)
•Referral pipelines for students who need short-term credentials before or alongside degree programs

Programs Available for Custom Cohorts

Any of these programs can be configured as a dedicated cohort for your organization. Click any program for full details.

Program	Duration	Credential	Funding
CNA Certification	4–6 weeks	CNA (Indiana ISDH)	WIOA, JRI, Self-Pay
CDL Class A/B	4–6 weeks	CDL (Indiana BMV)	WIOA, WRG, Self-Pay
Building Technician with HVAC Fundamentals	12 weeks	EPA 608 + OSHA 30	WIOA, WRG, Employer
Electrical	12–16 weeks	OSHA 10 + NCCER Level 1	WIOA, WRG, Employer
Welding	12–16 weeks	AWS + OSHA 10	WIOA, WRG, Employer
IT Help Desk Technician	8 weeks	Certiport IT Specialist	WIOA, JRI, Self-Pay
Cybersecurity Analyst	12 weeks	Certiport IT Specialist — Cybersecurity	WIOA, JRI, Self-Pay
Barber Apprenticeship	~18 months	Indiana Barber License	State Grant, Employer

Ready to Set Up a Cohort?

Tell us about your organization, your participants, and your timeline. We typically have a cohort plan ready within one week.