Get support from our best-in-class coaches

Yes. Merit America coaches bring decades of combined experience from higher education institutions and leading workforce development organizations, including Kansas State University, Michigan State University, 2U, Year Up and CareerFoundry.

More importantly, they understand the realities of balancing work, caregiving and finances while navigating a career transition. They are trained to provide the exact guidance, accountability and perspective you need at every stage of your journey. While they focus on your professional development, they partner closely with Technical Advisors to ensure your technical growth is fully supported.

At Merit America, you are paired with an expert Career Coach who supports you from your first week through your active job search. Your coach is a dedicated partner who helps you build the clarity, skills and confidence to move forward on your own terms.

• They provide consistent, personalized guidance to help you:
• Develop strategies to overcome imposter syndrome and self-doubt
• Clarify your career direction and next steps
• Build and refine resumes, LinkedIn profiles and application materials
• Prepare for interviews and conversations with employers
• Thoughtfully leverage AI tools to optimize your job search
• Navigate real-world considerations related to age, neurodiversity, gender and finances

Transitioning to a new career takes strategy, which is why we offer Job Search Your Way. After completing your technical training, you decide how you want to tackle the job market.

If you thrive on structure and momentum, you can opt into our Alumni Career Accelerator (ACA). This optional four-week career sprint provides intensive 1:1 coaching and accountability as you transition into your next career step. If you need more time, up to two additional weeks of support are available.

If you prefer to move at your own pace, you can utilize our on-demand Career Services. As a Merit America alum, you retain lifelong access to targeted coaching support for interview preparation, offer negotiation or future career transitions whenever you need it.

Because your journey is unique, you control your schedule. You can book 1:1 coaching sessions at times that work best for you, including evening and weekend options.

Instead of mandatory weekly meetings, you also have the freedom to choose live, topic-based workshops that fit your availability. You decide which sessions to attend based on the exact skills you need most—whether that is writing tailored cover letters, crafting powerful resume bullet points or building your professional network.

Yes! All coaching services are included at no extra cost. When you start your program, you’ll have full access to all of our coaching and support services.

While we cannot guarantee job placement or specific salary outcomes, we are committed to equipping you with a comprehensive training curriculum, professional career development resources, and dedicated job placement support.

Once you begin your program, you’ll have 5 weeks to cancel with no penalty. Plus, our Merit America Guarantee ensures that if you don’t earn at least $40,000 within two years of completing the Immersion phase, you won’t be required to pay—making the program risk-free.

Investing in your future is a big decision, and you deserve to feel completely confident in the support you will receive. For detailed answers about our coaching models, job search support and curriculum, visit our Help Center or reach out to our admissions team directly at admissions@meritamerica.org.