gener8tor Skills Accelerator is a free, online training program open to all Southern Virginia residents who want to develop or enhance critical skills for in-demand jobs.
Complete the training at your own pace over the five to ten-week program.
Fall 2024 Cohort
Career Track Focus | Administrative Professional |
Apply by | October 6, 2024 |
Program Kickoff | October 7, 2024 |
Program End | November 25, 2024 |
About gener8tor Skills Accelerator
gener8tor Skills Accelerator is a virtual, rapid reskilling program for people looking for jobs in high-demand roles in their communities or working remotely for companies across the country. Graduates build their confidence alongside their technical knowledge in small cohort-based groups where they receive one-on-one support to achieve their goals. Participants earn a gener8tor Skills certificate and, in certain programs, have access to reduced fee exams to secure industry-recognized certifications. All learning is online and self-paced to fit any schedule.
One-on-one Career Coaching
Receive concierge career coaching from your mentor from the gener8tor team on the learning content, plus added help with interview skills, LinkedIn and resume writing.
Lunch and Learns
Learn from experts on a range of topics relevant to accelerating your career. Topics include interview best practices, making a career pivot, personal branding, and much more.
Network of Peers
Complete the course alongside a network of peers for support and community.
No out-of-pocket costs
gener8tor Skills program is provided at no out-of-pocket cost to eligible applicants in Southern Virginia, thanks to support from Microsoft and the SOVA Innovation Hub.
Learn at your own pace
Earn a gener8tor Skills Accelerator certificate by completing the online program modules at your own pace during the cohort.
Job Placement Support
One-on-one career coaching and long-term job placement support from expert gener8tor staff and access to curated job openings, both with companies located in Southern Virginia and remote roles with companies in gener8tor’s national network of employers.
Unable to watch videos on your home internet connection?
Don’t let that stop you from applying!
gener8tor Skills program participants will receive free access to the SOVA Innovation Hub coworking space for the duration of the program.
Available Career Pathways include:
Administrative Professional
Customer Service & Sales
Data Analytics
Project Management
Graduate Testimonials
“This is not your typical Project Management course. This program helps you define yourself; it builds your trust and makes you more confident in being a leader. Being a leader is the most essential skill needed for a Project Manager. In addition, the LinkedIn training is excellent and provides enough CU hours to qualify for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)! g8 has impacted my sense of self by giving me more self-confidence. Being able to talk with career coaches to receive constructive criticism regarding my resume, cover letter, LinkedIn profile, and the mocked interview with recommendations, I was able to come back to the drawing board and improve each one of those items. In addition, I thought I was a terrible interviewer, but the mentor gave me highlights that will enhance my interview techniques.”
“The mock interviews were extremely helpful. Being in the unique position of usually having found my jobs organically through relationships, I have very little experience going through the application and interview process. It was an area that I was very nervous about. Doing the mock interviews gave me a lot of confidence in myself and showed me areas open to improvement. The skills that I learned in the program have helped me to craft a more accurate timeline and execution plan, as well as better identify all the stakeholders of the project and build a more comprehensive communication plan. I would absolutely recommend g8 Skills Accelerator to others. The program was very thorough in the material covered, but one of my favorite things is that the g8 team is continually at our disposal even after the program.”
It exceeded my expectations. I really love the self-paced aspect of the curriculum. I didn’t necessarily have to do everything within a certain time frame, so that gave me a little bit more flexibility… But I also appreciated the accountability that came with the weekly check-ins. That provided an important aspect of staying engaged with the program. Learning about the different types of project management, from Agile to Waterfall, helped me see how I can adapt my leadership style and my approach to different projects based on their specific needs… Within a project, you might need to use one style for one person and another style for someone else. The program gave me a broader perspective on being adaptable, which is crucial for success in any project… I would definitely recommend [gener8tor Skills] to job seekers as well as entrepreneurs. Regardless of what your needs are, they cater to that within the program, so I feel like it’s fitting for anybody.
gener8tor Skills Accelerator Southern Virginia is a partnership among:
Success is measured by helping people gain new skills and certificates to increase their earning potential and move up in their careers.
Total Cohorts
11
Total Participants
184
Total Graduates
155
Average Salary
$60,802
Job Placement Rate
70%
Data above provided by gener8tor represents cumulative totals from 2020 through July 2024
gener8tor Skills Accelerator FAQs
Explore some of our frequently asked questions to learn more about the gener8tor Skills program.
What does success look like after graduation from the Skills Accelerator?
Participants that graduate from the Skills Accelerator program are encouraged to utilize our career coaching and job placement services for the duration of their career as needed. Program alumni are routinely reached out to by our team and have direct access to sign up for services through the gener8tor Skills Jobs Board Website.
Can I complete the program 100% virtually?
YES! All programming will be virtual to make sure you can progress your career in a format that works well for you. Some programs will have in-person events and opportunities available but won’t be a requirement for you to graduate.
How much does this program cost?
gener8tor Skills program is provided at no out-of-pocket cost to applicants who are eligible for privately funded scholarships or public innovative workforce programs funded at the federal, state, and local levels. If you choose to apply, we will do our best to contact you to determine eligibility in accordance with requirements set by our program partners who make this work possible.
For more information, visit the gener8tor Skills website >