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Growing Futures Career Catalyst For More Information & to Apply Program Contact Name Jordan Miller Program Contact Email education.rinla@gmail.com Program Phone Number 401-874-5520 Website Visit Website Description To address the shortage of trained plant-based industry professionals in Rhode Island, the RI Landscape and Nursery Association (RINLA) has developed a comprehensive pre-apprenticeship program. The "Growing Futures Career Catalyst" is an intensive, five-week program that equips Rhode Islanders with the skills needed to enter the plant-based industry. It offers wages starting at $18.00 per hour and provides a pathway to RINLA's registered apprenticeship program for further skill development specific to industry needs. This program combines industry-specific education with on-the-job work experience, equipping participants with the knowledge, skills, and tools for success. Upon successful completion, graduates are placed in permanent, full-time positions with RINLA employer partners. This program opportunity is organized by the Growing Futures RI led by RI Nursery and Landscape Association. Details Training Providers RI Nursery and Landscape Association Training Locations 260 Arcadia Rd, Hope Valley, RI 02823 Program Schedule 36-hour per week, 5-week entry-level pre apprenticeship training program. Mondays, online class in Tovuti virtual classrooms, 9am - 4pm (all 5 weeks) Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, work in Arcadia Management Area, 9am - 3:30pm (all 5 weeks) Any time Total Program Hours 180 Graduate Credentials Growing Futures Career Catalyst Certificate of Completion Total Cost FREE for qualified candidates Job training program type All Free or Reduced Cost Job Training Programs Real Jobs Rhode Island Programs