Get support from our best-in-class coaches

Absolutely. Our coaches bring experience from top institutions like Kansas State University, Michigan State University, and the University of Kentucky, as well as renowned workforce development organizations, including 2U, YearUp, Flatiron, and Career Foundry. With over 100 years of combined experience in career coaching and job placement, they understand the journey you’re on and are ready to guide you each step of the way. They know the ins and outs of what it takes to succeed—and they’re here to help you unlock that potential for yourself.

At Merit America, our program is divided into three phases: Foundations, Immersions, and Job Success. During the Foundations and Immersions phases, you’ll work with a Program Success Coach (or Career Coach) who prepares you for the Job Success phase. In this final phase, a Job Success Coach (or Placement Coach) focuses exclusively on helping you land the job you deserve. Coaches also provide tailored support to boost motivation, overcome imposter syndrome, navigate challenges like age, neurodiversity, gender, and finances, and teach you how to use AI tools to enhance your job search.

At Merit America, the entire program is designed to help you secure a new job.

The formal Job Success phase begins once you’ve completed the technical curriculum in your program and typically lasts 12 weeks. During this phase, you’ll work closely with a Job Success Coach (or Placement Coach), who will provide personalized support to help you land the right job. In the Job Success phase, you’ll benefit from:

• Leveraging Merit America’s network of employer partners and access to exclusive job opportunities.
• Developing a strategic job search plan, including optimizing profiles on job boards to boost your visibility.
• Using top-tier resources and tools for researching companies, connecting with recruiters, tailoring your application materials, preparing for interviews, and negotiating offers.
• Addressing challenges such as motivation, imposter syndrome, neurodiversity, financial and legal concerns, and navigating issues like ageism, gender, and sexuality in the workplace.
• Learning how to use AI tools to enhance your job search process.

Your Job Success Coach’s sole focus is to ensure you secure the job you deserve! If you’re still searching for employment after the initial 12-week phase, you can extend support for an additional 12 weeks.

You’ll meet with your coach multiple times a month for 1-on-1 sessions, selecting time slots that fit your schedule to support your individual job search progress and strategy. You’ll also participate in weekly group sessions with your coach and peers, tackling key topics like writing tailored cover letters, crafting powerful resume bullet points, and effectively building your network. Between sessions, your coach is readily available via email and Slack to answer questions and provide ongoing guidance

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.

We understand that investing in your career is a big commitment, and you want to feel confident in the support you’ll receive. At Merit America, our goal is to provide clarity and confidence by helping every learner understand exactly how we’ll guide them toward success.

For detailed answers about coaching, job placement, and other program support services, visit our Help Center or contact our admissions team directly at admissions@meritamerica.org.