Explore Lift Utah’s Education Opportunities
- Lift Utah Foundation
- Oct 11
- 2 min read
At Lift Utah Foundation, we believe education can transform lives. That’s why we fully fund career-focused online courses and trade training for folks who are working to rebuild, upskill, and grow. When barriers like cost are removed, possibilities open.
Here’s a breakdown of the education & training paths currently offered through Lift Utah:
Fully Sponsored Courses You Can Enroll In
These courses are career-oriented, have clear timeframes, and are designed to lead to real job opportunities:
Course / Certification | Duration | What You’ll Learn / Role | Estimated Salary Range |
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) | ~8 weeks (100 hrs) | Basic patient care, vital signs, assisting patients with daily living | $45,000 – $55,000 Lift Utah Foundation |
Social Media Manager | ~8 weeks (60 hrs) | Content creation, analytics, brand strategy | $60,000 – $70,000 Lift Utah Foundation |
Real Estate Agent / License | ~9 weeks (120 hrs) | Real estate principles, sales, property management | $45,000 – $65,000 Lift Utah Foundation |
Bookkeeping & Accounting | ~5 weeks (60 hrs) | Journals, payroll, reconciliations, basic financials | $45,000 – $55,000 Lift Utah Foundation |
Graphic Design | ~6 weeks (110 hrs) | Visual design, layout, tools like Adobe Creative Suite | $40,000 – $60,000 Lift Utah Foundation |
EMT Certification | ~9 weeks (120 hrs) | Emergency medical care, ambulance, hospitals, rest homes | $40,000 – $50,000 Lift Utah Foundation |
Emergency Medical Dispatcher (EMD) | ~4 weeks (50 hrs) | Handling 911 calls, giving medical instructions over the phone | $46,000 – $55,000 Lift Utah Foundation |
Medical Billing Certification | ~14 weeks (180 hrs) | Claims, CPT/ICD-10, HIPAA, healthcare billing systems | $38,000 – $45,000 Lift Utah Foundation |
Home Health Aide | ~5 weeks (75 hrs) | Helping clients with daily living, light health monitoring | $40,000 – $50,000 Lift Utah Foundation |
Child Development Associate (CDA) | ~9 weeks (120 hrs) | Early childhood education, curriculum planning, supervising children | $40,000 – $50,000 Lift Utah Foundation |
Grant Writer Certificate | ~8 weeks (90 hrs) | Grant research, proposal writing, funder relations | $60,000 – $70,000 Lift Utah Foundation |
GED / High School Equivalency | ~4 weeks (30 hrs) | High school academic skills in math, language, social studies |
Beyond Courses: Support That Helps You Succeed
Lift Utah doesn’t stop at just handing someone a course. They also provide wrap-around services to help participants transition successfully from learning into work. These include:
Dress for SuccessClothing, grooming, and personal presentation support so you walk into interviews ready and confident. Lift Utah Foundation
Job Placement & Interview TrainingHelp with resumes, LinkedIn profiles, interview skills, and guidance to find good job matches. Lift Utah Foundation
Child Care, Transportation & Family SupportAssistance with child care, transit help, family services, and networking opportunities to reduce job-search barriers. Lift Utah Foundation
How to Get Started
Visit the Education & Opportunities page.
Click “Request Student Info” on the course you’re interested in.
Fill out the application form — no financial burden should stop you.
Receive guidance and support through Lift Utah’s network as you complete the training.
Why It Matters
These aren’t just classes — they’re lifelines.Each program is tailored to build tangible skills, offer flexible timing, and help people move from uncertainty to security and beyond.When you enroll with Lift Utah, you’re not just gaining knowledge — you’re stepping into a path toward stability, confidence, and opportunity.
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