Workforce Development

Preparing the next generation for meaningful careers

At Xiente, we believe every young person deserves a clear pathway to economic opportunity. Our Workforce Development programs are designed to equip youth and young adults (ages 16–24) with the skills, confidence, and experiences they need to succeed—not just in their first job, but in a lifelong career.

Through a combination of hands-on training, mentorship, and real-world work experience, participants develop both the soft and technical skills that today’s employers value most.

What We Offer

• Paid Work Experience
  Earn a stipend while gaining valuable skills and building your professional resume.
• Soft Skills Training
  Strengthen communication, time management, teamwork, and conflict resolution—skills employers value most.
• Resume & Interview Prep
  Receive personalized support to develop a polished resume and master interview techniques.
• Career Exploration
  Learn about diverse industries through guest speakers, job shadowing, and mentoring opportunities.
• Digital & Financial Literacy
  Build your tech skills and learn how to manage money wisely with our practical, real-life training.

Industry-Recognized Certifications & Career Pathways

At Xiente, we prepare young people not just for their first job—but for long-term career success. Participants in our Workforce Development programs gain access to nationally recognized certifications and hands-on training aligned with today’s most in-demand industries.

PACT: Pre-Apprenticeship Certificate Training

Xiente proudly offers the PACT curriculum from the Home Builders Institute (HBI)—one of only three pre-apprenticeship programs recognized by the U.S. Department of Labor.
PACT prepares youth for careers in the trades by combining academic, technical, and life skills training with real-world exposure.

Core Competencies:

• Introduction to the Building Trades
• Construction Math
• Tool Identification & Materials
• Employability Skills
• Green Building Practices

Trade-Specific Pathways:

• Carpentry
• Electrical
• Plumbing
• Building Construction Tech
• Weatherization
• HVAC

Graduates leave with industry-validated credentials and a strong foundation for apprenticeships, technical education, or direct entry into the workforce.

✅ Additional Certification Opportunities

Participants can also earn job-critical certifications in other high-demand sectors:

• CPR & First Aid – Vital for roles in education, care work, and public service.
• CDA (Child Development Associate) – For youth interested in early childhood education.
• ServSafe Food Handler – Essential for food service, hospitality, and culinary careers.

These certifications expand employment options and help participants stand out in competitive job markets.

I left the program with real credentials—and more confidence in myself. That changed everything.

Why This Matters

Employers consistently rank soft skills, real-world experience, and work readiness as top hiring priorities—often ahead of formal education. At Xiente, our Workforce Program helps young people build both the confidence and credentials they need to pursue meaningful careers and economic mobility.