Classes & Job Trainings
Classes
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English
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Driver’s Education
Learn the skills and knowledge needed to pass the Minnesota driver’s permit test.
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English
Learn how to read, write and speak English. From literacy to pre-college readiness, we teach all levels of adult English classes.
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Work Readiness
Learn the skills needed to find and keep a job in the U.S.
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Computer Skills for Work
Learn digital skills to find and keep a job in the U.S.
Community Orientation Workshop
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Community Orientation Workshop
Practice English and learn skills about life in the U.S. Weekly topics include transportation, community resources, job readiness, money, health and more.
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Interpreted Community Orientation Workshop (Ukrainian)
Practice English and learn skills to help you live in Minnesota. Weekly topics include transportation, community resources, job readiness, money, health and more. A Ukrainian interpreter will be present.
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Interpreted Community Orientation Workshop (rotating languages)
Practice English and learn skills to help you live in Minnesota. Weekly topics include transportation, community resources, job readiness, money, health and more. An interpreter will be present.
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Money and Finance Workshop
This class focuses on how to use money in the U.S. Learn about cash, shopping, understanding credit scores, mortgages and paying bills. You can join this class weekly or just once.
Citizenship
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Citizenship Class
Prepare for the U.S. citizenship test and interview in this class. For students with beginning English skills.
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Citizenship Class (Online)
Prepare for the U.S. citizenship test and interview in this class. For students with beginning English skills.
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Citizenship Class (Online)
Prepare for the U.S. citizenship test and interview in this class. For students with beginning English skills.
Hospitality Job Trainings
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Cashiering Skills Training
Learn how to be successful in any cashiering job. This class teaches American customer service skills, cash handling and computer skills. For students with conversational English skills. Graduates receive help finding a job.
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Dietary Aide Training
Learn about food safety, basic nutrition, specials diets and communication skills. For students with intermediate English. Graduates receive help finding a job.
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Housekeeping Training
Learn cleaning skills to work in hotels, nursing homes, hospitals and office buildings. For students with beginning English or no work experience in the U.S. Graduates receive help finding a job.
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Professional Leadership Training
Develop leadership skills to advance your career. Students learn emotional intelligence, networking, American leadership culture, training techniques and digital literacy for professionals.
Nursing Assistant Training
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Nursing Assistant Training
Receive quality training to start your career as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). Students also practice interview skills and receive support finding a job after graduation.
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Nursing Assistant Training
Receive quality training to start your career as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). Students also practice interview skills and receive support finding a job after graduation.
Medical Career Advancement
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Medical Career Advancement
Meet your potential as a student in nursing or another medical career program with our support. Receive expert guidance, tuition assistance and potential scholarship funding.
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International Medical Graduates
Work with us through the licensing process to address Minnesota’s doctor shortage. International physicians receive career guidance, healthcare field connections and professional networking opportunities.
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Internationally Trained Professionals
Continue to elevate your healthcare career with our guidance and support. Internationally trained medical professionals can receive career guidance, exam prep, tuition assistance and much more.
College Readiness Academy
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College Readiness Academy
Gain support and confidence in preparing for college or other higher education. We teach New Americans the same skills as expensive prep classes.
Professional Leadership
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Professional Leadership Training
Develop leadership skills to advance your career. Students learn emotional intelligence, networking, American leadership culture, training techniques and digital literacy for professionals.
Economic Empowerment
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Economic Empowerment
Set up an appointment with one of our skilled financial coaches to answer questions about credit, savings, budgeting, and more.
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Homestretch Workshop
Learn how to buy a home, how to apply for a mortgage and earn points off the mortgage rate in this one-time, $40 workshop.
Career Advancement
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Professional Leadership Training
Develop leadership skills to advance your career. Students learn emotional intelligence, networking, American leadership culture, training techniques and digital literacy for professionals.
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Medical Career Advancement
Meet your potential as a student in nursing or another medical career program with our support. Receive expert guidance, tuition assistance and potential scholarship funding.
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College Readiness Academy
Gain support and confidence in preparing for college or other higher education. We teach New Americans the same skills as expensive prep classes.
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International Medical Graduates
Work with us through the licensing process to address Minnesota’s doctor shortage. International physicians receive career guidance, healthcare field connections and professional networking opportunities.
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Internationally Trained Professionals
Continue to elevate your healthcare career with our guidance and support. Internationally trained medical professionals can receive career guidance, exam prep, tuition assistance and much more.
Who Can Take Classes?
Classes and job training programs with IIMN are free for New Americans. Our goal is to provide financial stability, career advancement, leadership and mentorship to every New American looking for a strong start to life in Minnesota.
Requirements include:
- Adults (17 years and older)
- Individuals living in Minnesota
- Those not currently enrolled in high school
- Covid-19 vaccinated individuals (if attending in-person classes)
Please note all classes are located at the International Institute of Minnesota in St. Paul unless otherwise noted.
Get Started
You must come to an in-person intake session to register for the following classes:
- English Classes and Driver’s Education
- Nursing Assistant Training
- Housekeeping Training
- Cashiering Skills Training
- Dietary Aide Training
When: Mondays | Arrive between 12-1 p.m. (Get directions.)
No appointment is needed.
Please plan to be here for at least two hours, depending on how many students are waiting.
Contact us for interest in other classes or services.
