The Minneapolis American Indian Center has been designated as an Indian and Native American Employment and Training Grantee by the U.S. Dept. Of Labor, Division of Indian and Native American Programs. Since 1974, MAIC has had the responsibility of Administering employment and training services to the unemployed, under-employed and economically disadvantaged American Indian population residing within the 71 county designated areas. Intake and Assessment , we screen for eligibility and perform an initial assessment process to determine the appropriate activity to which the client should initially be referred and the availability of appropriate activity. Classroom Training , is conducted in a professional setting to provide clients with the technical skills and information to perform a specific job.
Some students are eligible for a needs-based allowance while in training.
It is otherwise prohibited in the private for-profit sector. Limited slots are available. The participant must be hired by an employer before being eligible. Duration of training may last from 4 to 26 weeks, depending upon the skill complexity of the occupation. Limited slots are available.