Human Services Training

What is the Human Services Training Program?

Envision a Life-Altering Experience with the Polus Center's Human Services Training Program!

This six-week transformative journey into the vibrant field of human services will take you through 24 engaging sessions, a diverse team of educators, consultants, and industry professionals will help you discover your passions and strengths. To ensure job readiness, the course seamlessly integrates essential skills such as resume writing, cover letter crafting, interview techniques, and job search strategies. You'll also receive personalized support through one-on-one sessions, providing individualized feedback and guidance.

A highlight of the program is a virtual job fair where participants can network with potential employers and forge connections that may lead to employment opportunities. Furthermore, comprehensive job placement support and follow-up continue after the course ends.

Upon completing this program, you will receive a certificate of completion, marking a significant milestone in your career. This achievement will leave you well-prepared to secure a rewarding position in Human Services.

More Than a Class

Embrace the boundless opportunities – this isn’t just a training program; it’s a gateway to diverse and fulfilling career paths. Human service agencies provide avenues for growth without additional education, and our course equips you with essential skills such as empathy, communication, and resilience. We explore "the power of positive roles" and the importance of person-centered support. Gain insight from leaders in the human services field as they share their experiences in autism services, recovery support, mental health, and more.

This program goes beyond typical training; it’s an exploration of what defines an exceptional human service professional. Exceptional professionals in this field profoundly impact the lives of those they serve. We are here to ignite your passion and prepare you for excellence from day one.

Join us for six transformative weeks of professional growth. Your future begins here!

This is a training-to-work program.

Everyone enrolled MUST COMMIT to seeking employment in the field of Human Services and, once employment is obtained, maintain that employment for a minimum of 30 days. First and 30-day pay statements MUST be submitted to Polus Center to fulfill the commitment made to the course

For more information, please contact:

Robbie Richards, Program Coordinator
978-894-5627
rrichards [at] poluscenter.org

This project is funded by the Senator Kenneth J. Donnelly Workforce Success Grant (Workforce Competitiveness Trust Fund FY’24-26 Appropriation) through the Massachusetts Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development and is administered by Commonwealth Corporation