ARE YOU NEXT UP?
Paid training. Real careers. No experience required.
NextUp901 is your direct path to a career that pays and grows.
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ONE APPLICATION
APPLY
One short, mobile-first application
covers every pathway. About 10–15 minutes, and you can save and come back anytime.
How it works
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YOUR FIT
GET MATCHED
Answer a few questions about your goals and interests. We match you to the right pathway and a coach reviews every application.
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PAID TRAINING
GET MATCHED
Answer a few questions about your goals and interests. We match you to the right pathway and a coach reviews every application.
CNA ALUM
“After NextUp901’s resume workshop, I used my new resume to apply for a position with the VA — and got the job!”
Kerea Ellis
NextUP 901 Alum
SEE WHAT’S POSSIBLE
Real people. Real career paths.
CEP ALUM
“I started my own fresh food pop-up shop. I love working for myself full time. Thank you NextUp901 for all that you do!”
Arnesha Cole
NextUP 901 Alum
CNA ALUM
"I’m in the LPN program with a 4.0 GPA. I bought a new car. I moved into my own house."
Nadine Hamed
NextUP 901 Alum
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PROGRAMS BY PATHWAY
These programs were built with you in mind. Find the one that fits where you are right now.
FOUNDATION PATHWAY
FINISH YOUR DIPLOMA OR GED
For those who want to complete their high school education first. Get your diploma or GED and open the door to every path that comes next.
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High School Diploma
Earn an accredited high school diploma on a flexible schedule built for adults.
Provider: The Excel CenterSUPPORT INCLUDED
Free tuition • Monthly stipend • Flexible scheduling • Counseling • Transportation assistance • Professional development • Learning group
REQUIREMENTS
✅ Background friendly
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GED
Prepare for and earn your GED with coaching and wraparound support.
Provider: HopeWorksSUPPORT INCLUDED
Free tuition • Monthly stipend • Flexible scheduling • Counseling • Transportation assistance • Professional development • Learning group
REQUIREMENTS
✅ Background friendly
FORWARD PATHWAY PATHWAY
REENTRY & CAREER SUPPORT
Get paid work experience, mentorship, and a path forward — with people in your corner the whole way.
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NextUP 901 Fellowship
Hands-on job skills, workplace communication, and how to navigate employment as someone impacted by the justice system. You’ll work alongside real employers and community mentors who are ready to hire.
You’ll build real relationships with mentors and employers who are
invested in your future. The work is hands-on and the support is real.If you’re ready to move forward and build something that lasts, this is for you.
SUPPORT INCLUDED
Paid work experience • Mentorship • Counseling • Employment referrals • Transportation assistance • Professional development • Learning group
REQUIREMENTS
✅ High school diploma, GED, or HiSET required
✅ Must have a justice-impacted background
EXPLORE PATHWAY
CAREER EXPERIENCE PROGRAM
Get paid to explore difference industries and figure out which career is right for you.
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Get paid to explore different industries and figure out which career is right for you.
SUPPORT INCLUDED
Paid work experience • Employment referrals • Coaching • Counseling • Transportation assistance • Professional development
REQUIREMENTS
✅ High school diploma, GED, or HiSET required
✅ Must be 18 when the program starts, or 24 or younger when you apply
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Rotate through paid, hands-on internships to discover which career path fits you best, with coaching every step.
Provider: The Collective BlueprintSUPPORT INCLUDED
Paid work experience • Employment referrals • Coaching • Counseling • Transportation assistance • Professional development • Learning group
REQUIREMENTS
✅ High school diploma, GED, or HiSET required
✅ Must be 18 when the program starts, or 24 or younger when you apply
✅ Background friendly
CAREER PATHWAY
TRAIN FOR A CAREER IN HEALTH, TECH, OR SKILLED TRAFES
For those ready to go all in. Get paid training, free support, and a career that pays and grows.
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Entry Level IT
Start a career in tech with foundational IT skills.
Provider: Tech901REQUIREMENTS
✅ High school diploma, GED, or HiSET required
✅ Some programs are background friendly
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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Provide hands-on care in hospitals and clinics.
Provider: Memphis Medical District – Hire LocalEmergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Respond to emergencies and provide critical care.
Provider: Memphis Medical District – Hire LocalMedical Assistant
Support clinical teams in healthcare settings.
Provider: Memphis Medical District – Hire LocalSUPPORT INCLUDED
Free tuition • Monthly stipend • Career coaching • Counseling • Clinical experience • Job placement support • Transportation assistance • Professional development • Learning group
REQUIREMENTS
✅ High school diploma, GED, or HiSET required
✅ Some programs are background friendly
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Plumbing Apprenticeship
Train for a hands-on career in plumbing.
Provider: Moore TechGeneral Labor & Electrical Apprenticeships
Build skills in construction and electrical work.
Providers: Moore Tech and Turner ConstructionREQUIREMENTS
✅ High school diploma, GED, or HiSET required
✅ Some programs are background friendly
✅ Extra requirements may apply
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Take the Pathway
QUIZ
Answer a few quick questions. We'll point you to the right path.
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Is NextUp 901 a fit for you?
Four things tell us you're ready. If you check these boxes, you should apply.
18-30 Years Old
Live in Memphis or Shelby County
Not currently enrolled in school full-time
Ready for training, support, and your next career step
Checked all the boxes? Your should apply.
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UPCOMING COHORTS
Current training dates and upcoming program windows.
AUG–OCT ’26
Explore Pathway (CEP)
August 17–October 23, 2026
NOV’26
Technology
November, 2026
NOV ’26
Certified Nursing Assistant
November, 2026
SPR’26
Explore Pathway (CEP)
Spring 2026
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HERE'S WHAT TO EXPECT.
You’ll answer a few questions about your background, interests, and goals so we can match you to the right opportunity. It takes about 5–8 minutes.
BEFORE YOU START, YOU'LL NEED:
Basic contact information
A few questions about your work or school status
Your interests and career goals
Ready to get started?
Apply now to start your path into training and a real career. If you have questions, we re here to help.