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Upskill SB

Upskill SB offers professional, industry-standard certifications in a variety of information technology, business and management, and healthcare, along with a customized training plan to help you prepare to take the next step in your career.

Applications are not being accepted currently. For Workforce Development information, visit the Doing Business in South Bend page.


What certifications are being offered?

Upskill SB offers a range of certifications. We offer short-term training options that will not take longer than 6 months to complete. Here is a list of offered certification areas: 

  • Smart Automation Certifications (SACA) 

  • Google Cloud certifications (available for all St. Joe County residents through a partnership with Google. Check out more on the Upskill website) 

  • Other Cloud services including AWS and Azure 

  • Cybersecurity 

  • Data Analytics 

  • Database 

  • Health Information 

  • Information Technology 

  • Nursing Assistant 

  • Pharmacy Tech 

  • Project Management 

  • Human Resources

  • And more!

If you are unsure of which industry or certification to choose from, email us at upskillsb@southbendin.gov to be connected to a career counselor. 

Upskill SB only covers expenses for short-term certifications, appropriate training and materials.


Who is eligible for Upskill SB?

You may apply for Upskill SB if you: 

  • Hold a high school diploma or equivalent 

  • Currently live or work in South Bend 

  • Employed or actively seeking employment 

You may also apply for Google Cloud Boost | Upskill and Upskill Climate if you are: 

  • Hold a high school diploma or equivalent 

  • A resident of St. Joseph County, Indiana 


When will this program take place?

Upskill SB is not currently accepting applications. 


Can I reapply to Upskill SB?

Yes, we highly encourage participants to reapply to continue on their certification training, especially if they are earning concurrent experience alongside training. if you complete a certification and would like to continue a certification path, inform the program manager (upskillsb@southbendin.gov) and reapply through the same application form. 


What if I need access to technology? 

You will have the option of informing us your technical needs on the application form under the Program Resources section. If you are taking a certification exam or working through a certificate course, a working computer with a mic and webcam is necessary, and resources Upskill SB can provide. If you are taking a technical course with software or hardware needs, double check with the certification’s website, and we can reimburse software needs e.g. AWS cloud subscription. 


311 Process Notes

Upskill SB is being moved to DCI under Workforce development. If residents are interested in other workforce development programs, please refer them to the Purdue MEP and Bendable or WorkOne.