Career Tracks Draft
In-demand skills,
a coach, and a credential
that gets you hired.
Merit America trains working adults for high-demand careers — part-time, online, and built around the job you already have. No degree required.
Part-time, around your life
18–25 hrs/week, fully online. Structured enough to finish, flexible enough to keep your job while you train.
A coach from day one
Every learner gets a real 1:1 career coach — not a chatbot — who builds a plan around your goals and stays with you through the job search.
Credentials that get you hired
Each track ends with an industry-recognized certificate — mostly from Google — vetted by hiring data from 150,000+ employers.
Choose the career that fits you
Pick a track to see what you’ll learn, how long it takes, and what credential you’ll earn.
IT Support
Build job-ready technical skills through live workshops, hands-on labs, and 1:1 coach guidance. Finish with a portfolio ready for the job market.
- SysAdmin & InfrastructureActive Directory, DNS, DHCP, Microsoft 365, Windows and Linux.
- Security & NetworkingEncryption, authentication, and tools like tcpdump for network testing.
- Cloud & TicketingCloud computing, system backups, and enterprise ticketing systems.
- Career CoachingAI-powered mock interviews and resume translation for tech roles.
Data Analytics
Turn raw data into decisions. Learn SQL, spreadsheets, Tableau, and Python basics — the tools employers use every day.
- Data foundationsSpreadsheets, SQL queries, and data cleaning techniques.
- VisualizationTableau and presentation skills for communicating insights.
- Python basicsIntroduction to Python for data analysis workflows.
- Career CoachingPortfolio development, interview prep, and job search strategy.
UX Design
Design digital experiences people actually want to use. Build a real portfolio, learn Figma, and develop research skills employers expect from day one.
- UX researchUser interviews, usability testing, and synthesizing findings.
- Interaction designWireframing, prototyping, and Figma proficiency.
- AccessibilityDesigning for all users including assistive technology.
- PortfolioEnd-to-end case studies ready for job applications.
Cybersecurity
Monitor and protect networks, devices, and data organizations depend on. Gain hands-on experience with real security tools and finish job-search ready.
- Network securityFirewalls, VPNs, intrusion detection, and packet analysis.
- Incident responseIdentifying, containing, and recovering from security events.
- Security toolsSIEM platforms, vulnerability scanners, and Linux command line.
- Career CoachingCompTIA Security+ prep, interview practice, job search support.
Project Management
Lead projects across teams and industries. Learn Agile, Scrum, and the communication skills that make projects actually land.
- Agile & ScrumSprint planning, backlog management, and retrospectives.
- Risk managementIdentifying, assessing, and mitigating project risks.
- Stakeholder communicationStatus reporting, escalation, and executive presence.
- PM toolsAsana, Jira, and project tracking fundamentals.
Human Resources+
Build workplaces where people and businesses thrive. Develop the full HR skill set — recruiting, compliance, people operations, and HRIS tools.
- Recruiting & hiringJob analysis, sourcing, interviewing, and offer negotiation.
- HR complianceEmployment law, ADA, FMLA, and workplace policy.
- People operationsOnboarding, performance cycles, and offboarding.
- HRIS toolsWorkday, ADP, and common HR systems.
Supply Chain
Move goods and information efficiently across complex systems. Learn procurement, inventory, logistics, and lean operations principles.
- ProcurementVendor selection, contract basics, and supplier management.
- Inventory managementDemand forecasting, stock control, and ERP systems.
- LogisticsTransportation, warehousing, and last-mile delivery.
- OperationsProcess improvement and lean supply chain principles.
Semiconductor
Work with the tools that build microchips powering electronics, vehicles, and AI hardware. Available at Texas locations — trains for fab operations roles.
- Cleanroom operationsProtocols, contamination control, and equipment handling.
- Wafer fabricationPhotolithography, etching, and deposition basics.
- Quality & safetyInspection methods, EHS compliance, and defect analysis.
- Technical documentationReading process specs and engineering drawings.
Operations+
Optimize processes and eliminate bottlenecks using AI-driven strategies. The shortest full-track path to a new career — 12 weeks, fully online.
- Process improvementIdentifying inefficiencies and redesigning workflows.
- AI tools for opsAutomating repetitive tasks and analyzing operational data.
- Business communicationStakeholder reporting and change management basics.
- Career CoachingResume, LinkedIn, interview prep, and job search strategy.
Workplace AI
Build job-ready AI skills and earn a Google AI Professional Certificate in 6 weeks. No tech background needed.
- Prompting fundamentalsWriting effective prompts that get accurate, useful outputs.
- AI for everyday workDrafting emails, summarizing documents, and organizing information.
- Capstone projectA portfolio-ready project demonstrating real AI application.
Career Readiness
Land the role with a polished resume, optimized LinkedIn, and interview prep built around your real experience.
- Resume & LinkedInTranslate your experience into language employers recognize.
- Interview prepAI-powered practice so you walk in prepared, not rehearsed.
- Job search strategyApplication coaching and a plan tailored to your target role.
Find the career track that’s right for you.
Not sure where to start? This quick quiz matches you to the right program based on your strengths and interests — 90 seconds, no wrong answers.
- No wrong answers — go with what feels most like you
- Personalized results based on your strengths and interests
A coach who knows your name and your goals
Online courses have a 97% dropout problem — most people start, few finish. That’s why we pair every learner with a dedicated 1:1 career coach from day one. Not a chatbot. A person invested in your specific outcome, your timeline, and your life.
- Personalized growth plan built around your life and schedule — not a generic curriculum
- Resume, LinkedIn, cover letter, and interview coaching included throughout the program
- Live workshops weekly — you choose the topics that matter most to where you are
From teaching to UX Design — in 22 weeks
Stephanie taught elementary school for years. She used Merit America’s UX Design track to pivot to a career she chose — not one she fell into. She kept teaching while she trained. Her new salary was $67K higher than her last.
- Completed UX Design track while working full-time as a teacher
- Earned Google UX Design Certificate and built a professional portfolio
- Landed a UX Designer role with a $67,000 wage increase
“I finally feel like I’m doing work that’s actually mine.”
Stephanie · UX Design TrackA certificate employers actually look for
Every Merit America program ends with an industry-recognized credential — most often a Google Career Certificate — that hiring managers at leading companies actively seek out. Not a participation trophy. Proof you can do the work.
- Vetted by real hiring data from millions of job postings across the US
- Paired with a portfolio and job-ready materials — not just coursework and a PDF
- Recognized by 150,000+ employers in the Google certificate hiring consortium
Real outcomes, backed by real data
Join 20,000+ alumni who’ve transformed their lives
Learn how our alumni built new skills and launched careers they love — starting from where you are today.
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