Compliance & Credentials
Transparency about what we deliver, how credentials are earned, and who issues them.
Credential Disclosure
Training is delivered through licensed credential partners and approved program holders under centralized institutional oversight by Elevate for Humanity, preparing students for industry-recognized credentials. Credentials and licenses are issued by external credential bodies, exam providers, and state agencies — not by Elevate for Humanity.
Where applicable, certification exams are administered through authorized testing centers or approved proctoring organizations. Elevate coordinates instruction through licensed credential partners, provides materials and exam preparation support; the credentialing authority makes the final determination.
Program-to-Credential Mapping
| Program | Credential | Issued By | How Earned |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barber Apprenticeship | Indiana Barber License | Indiana State Board of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners | hybrid training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| Barber Apprenticeship | DOL Registered Apprenticeship Certificate | U.S. Department of Labor | hybrid training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| Barber Apprenticeship | Barbershop Business Management Certificate | Elevate for Humanity | hybrid training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| HVAC Certification | EPA 608 Universal Certification | U.S. Environmental Protection Agency approved testing provider | hybrid training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| HVAC Certification | OSHA 10 General Industry | OSHA-authorized training provider | hybrid training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| HVAC Certification | HVAC Excellence Employment Ready Certificate | HVAC Excellence | hybrid training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| CDL Training Program (Class A & Class B) | CDL Class A License | Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles | hybrid training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| CDL Training Program (Class A & Class B) | DOT Medical Card | Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration | hybrid training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| CDL Training Program (Class A & Class B) | OSHA 10 General Industry | OSHA | hybrid training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| Medical Assistant | Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) | National Healthcareer Association (NHA) | hybrid training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| Medical Assistant | Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) | National Healthcareer Association (NHA) | hybrid training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| Medical Assistant | Certified EKG Technician (CET) | National Healthcareer Association (NHA) | hybrid training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| Medical Assistant | CPR/AED/First Aid | American Heart Association | hybrid training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| Cosmetology Apprenticeship | Indiana Cosmetology License | Indiana Professional Licensing Agency (IPLA) | in-person training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| Cosmetology Apprenticeship | Infection Control Certificate | Elevate for Humanity | in-person training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| Cosmetology Apprenticeship | CPR/AED/First Aid | American Heart Association | in-person training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) | Indiana State CNA Certification | Indiana State Department of Health | hybrid training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) | CPR/AED Certification | American Red Cross | hybrid training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) | Bloodborne Pathogens Certification | OSHA | hybrid training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| Professional Esthetician & Client Services | Esthetician & Client Services Certificate | Elevate for Humanity | hybrid training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| Professional Esthetician & Client Services | OSHA 10-Hour Safety Certification | CareerSafe | hybrid training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| Professional Esthetician & Client Services | Bloodborne Pathogens & Infection Control Certificate | Elevate for Humanity | hybrid training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| Esthetician Apprenticeship Pathway | Indiana Esthetician License | Indiana Professional Licensing Agency (IPLA) | in-person training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| Esthetician Apprenticeship Pathway | Infection Control Certificate | Elevate for Humanity | in-person training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| Esthetician Apprenticeship Pathway | CPR/AED/First Aid | Approved training provider | in-person training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| Nail Technician Apprenticeship | Indiana Nail Technician License | Indiana Professional Licensing Agency (IPLA) | in-person training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| Nail Technician Apprenticeship | Infection Control Certificate | Elevate for Humanity | in-person training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| Nail Technician Apprenticeship | CPR/AED/First Aid | American Heart Association | in-person training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| Culinary Training Pathway | ServSafe Food Protection Manager | National Restaurant Association | in-person training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| Culinary Training Pathway | ServSafe Food Handler | National Restaurant Association | in-person training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| Culinary Training Pathway | CPR/AED/First Aid | American Heart Association | in-person training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| Sanitation & Infection Control | Infection Control Certificate | Elevate for Humanity | hybrid training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| Sanitation & Infection Control | ServSafe Food Handler | National Restaurant Association | hybrid training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| Sanitation & Infection Control | Bloodborne Pathogens | OSHA-compliant | hybrid training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| Peer Recovery Specialist | Indiana Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) | Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) | hybrid training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| Qualified Medication Aide (QMA) | Indiana QMA Certificate | Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) | hybrid training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| Qualified Medication Aide (QMA) | CPR/AED Certification | American Red Cross | hybrid training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| Phlebotomy Technician | NHA Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) | National Healthcareer Association (NHA) | hybrid training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| Phlebotomy Technician | CPR / BLS for Healthcare Providers | American Heart Association | hybrid training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| Phlebotomy Technician | Bloodborne Pathogens Certificate | OSHA / Elevate for Humanity | hybrid training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| Hospitality & Customer Service | Hospitality & Customer Service Certificate | Elevate for Humanity | hybrid training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| Hospitality & Customer Service | ServSafe Food Handler | National Restaurant Association | hybrid training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| Hospitality & Customer Service | CPR/AED/First Aid | American Heart Association | hybrid training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| Technology Career Training | CompTIA IT Fundamentals (ITF+) | CompTIA | hybrid training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| Technology Career Training | CompTIA A+ | CompTIA | hybrid training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| Bookkeeping & QuickBooks | QuickBooks Certified User | Intuit / Certiport | hybrid training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| Bookkeeping & QuickBooks | Bookkeeping Fundamentals Certificate | Elevate for Humanity | hybrid training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| Bookkeeping & QuickBooks | Microsoft Office Specialist: Excel | Microsoft / Certiport | hybrid training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| Business & Entrepreneurship | Entrepreneurship and Small Business (ESB) | Industry-recognized certification | hybrid training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
| Business & Entrepreneurship | Business of Retail Certified Specialist | Industry-recognized certification | hybrid training; credential requirements are determined by the issuer |
Registrations & Approvals
Institutional Compliance Documents
Apprenticeship & RTI Structure
Master compliance document: institutional hierarchy, RTI/OJT hour mapping, credential issuance chain
Credential Partner Registry
Per-program credential partners, license status, MOU requirements
Workforce Partnership Packet
Ready-to-share packet for workforce boards and community partners
Instructional Framework
RTI governance, provider tiers, competency tracking, assessment authority
Instructor Credentials
Per-program instructor qualifications, credential partner requirements, MOU framework
WorkOne Partner Packet
ETPL-ready partnership documentation for WorkOne regions
Data Security & Privacy
Elevate for Humanity collects personal information — including government-issued IDs, Social Security Numbers, and eligibility documents — as required for workforce funding verification under WIOA, WRG, and Job Ready Indy guidelines. We treat this data with the highest level of care.
Encryption
All data is encrypted in transit (TLS 1.2+) and at rest. SSNs are hashed immediately upon submission — plain-text SSNs are never stored or displayed.
Access Controls
Documents are stored in private storage buckets with row-level security. Access is restricted to authorized compliance staff through role-based permissions.
Audit Trail
All document access and administrative actions are logged in an immutable audit trail. Access events include timestamp, user identity, and action performed.
Short-Lived Access
When staff review documents, temporary access URLs are generated on demand and expire within 60 seconds. No permanent document links are stored in the system.
Workforce Compliance Alignment: Our data handling practices align with WIOA participant data requirements, FERPA student record protections, and Indiana DWD data security standards. For questions about our security practices, contact us at elevateforhumanity.org/contact.
Workforce Board Alignment
Elevate for Humanity coordinates with the local workforce development board through WorkOne Indianapolis (Region 5) for all WIOA-funded participant services. This includes referrals, OJT contracts, work experience authorizations, credential attainment reporting, and employment outcome tracking.
OJT reimbursement rates, work experience stipends, and internship wage structures are governed by local board policy — not set by Elevate. All placements require approval from the assigned WorkOne career advisor or case manager before training begins.
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Quick answers before your next step
Where do I find the schedule, cost and entry requirements?
Open the exact program or product you are considering. Review its published details and required steps before applying or purchasing.
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Apprenticeship programs are self-pay only. Review the published total tuition, deposit, supplies, and what is due now. Pay in full or use a program payment plan when offered. BNPL, when displayed, is third-party financing requiring provider approval and repayment; review interest and terms. It is not a grant.
Compare apprenticeship programs →Does an inquiry enroll me?
An inquiry requests information. Enrollment requires the applicable application, intake, payment and enrollment requirements to be completed.
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