Lincoln University Employment Academy

Lincoln University Employment Academy

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Launch Your Career with the Lincoln University Employment Academy

Professional Development | Job-Ready Skills | Real-World Experience

The Lincoln University Employment Academy is a career training program designed to empower individuals with essential job skills, career readiness, and confidence to succeed in today’s workforce. Whether you're entering the workforce for the first time, re-entering after time away, or simply looking to grow, this Academy is here to support your journey.

Choose your area of career focus from a range of professions including:

  • Accounting Associate
  • Direct Care
  • Office Administration
  • Cybersecurity 

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What Students Have to Say

"Lincoln’s Employment Academy gives me an opportunity to learn with ease while I work and care for my children. The instructors are extremely understanding and supportive. I wouldn’t have completed this term without all of their one-on-one meetings and daily encouragement. I recommend this program for any mom or adult who is looking for a fresh start in the professional workforce."

- Cori Garrett, LUEA Student

"The LU Employment Academy is helping me to improve not only my career but mine and my children’s quality of life."

- Shiloh Anderson, LUEA Student

Ready to Take the First Step?

Fill out the form below to request more information about the Lincoln University Employment Academy. A program coordinator will follow up to help you begin your journey to meaningful employment.

Why Choose the Lincoln University Employment Academy?

  • Financial Support Available to Participants – The majority of program participants will have little to no debt upon completion of the program.
  • Career-Focused Training – Industry-recognized credentials and practical job skills
  • Personalized Support – One-on-one coaching, career assessments, and resume help
  • Job Placement Assistance – Direct connections with employers and job opportunities
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Program Overview

The Employment Academy is a comprehensive career-readiness program that helps individuals:
  • Develop personal and professional goals
  • Gain essential workplace competencies
  • Earn certifications valued by Missouri employers
  • Build a resume and prepare for interviews
  • Transition into employment or continued education

Partnerships That Power Your Success

The Lincoln University Employment Academy proudly partners with a wide range of local and statewide organizations to deliver valuable resources and real employment opportunities. Key partners include:
  • Missouri Department of Higher Education & Workforce Development (MDHEWD)
  • Jefferson City Area Chamber of Commerce
  • Missouri Department of Social Services
  • Missouri Job Centers and Workforce Development Boards
  • Local employers in healthcare, hospitality, logistics, and more

These partnerships ensure that the Academy’s training aligns with the real needs of employers—and that graduates are well-positioned for success.

Who Should Enroll?

This program is ideal for:

  • Job seekers looking to upskill or re-enter the workforce
  • High school graduates not pursuing college
  • Adults returning to school or switching careers
  • Individuals receiving workforce or community assistance

No prior college experience is required.

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Program Benefits

LUEA graduates receive industry-recognized certificates - including one from the Missouri Department of Secondary and Elementary Education - to boost their resumes and stand out to employers!

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Curriculum Overview

The first-semester curriculum includes three foundational courses required of all students and two track courses tailored to specific workforce pathways. Courses include:
  • PSY 202 Psychology of Personal Adjustment
  • BAD 101 Introduction to Business
  • SPT 2XX Fundamentals of Speech
Additional courses depending on the participant's choosen workforce pathway include:
  • Administrative Associate Courses
  • Accounting Associate Courses
  • Cybersecurity Courses
  • Direct Care Courses
The successful completion of the first semester (with a C or better in all required courses) allows the student to be eligible for the second-semester internship experience, which includes:

  • Internship Management (overseen by an assigned Lincoln University instructor).
  • In-person internship at an agency with whom the student has been matched.
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