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Elevate for Humanity Career and Technical Institute provides workforce development and technical training services. Programs, funding eligibility, certification preparation, employer participation, and training availability may vary. Elevate for Humanity does not guarantee employment, certification issuance, wage outcomes, or licensure approval.
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Elevate for Humanity is an AI-powered workforce operating system — not just a training provider. We handle credentialing, compliance tracking, employer placement, apprenticeship coordination, and funding documentation so agencies and participants can focus on outcomes.

DOL Registered Apprenticeship Sponsor·RAPIDS Sponsor ID: 2025-IN-132301·ETPL Listed Training Provider·WIOA Title I Approved·WorkOne Workforce Partner

HQ: 123 Main St, Suite 200, Columbia, MD 21044 — administrative and enrollment support. Hands-on training occurs at approved Indianapolis instructional sites by program.

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Programs aligned with industry-recognized certifications including EPA Section 608, CompTIA A+, CompTIA Security+, PTCB CPhT, Microsoft Office Specialist, OSHA 30, and Indiana state licensing requirements. Credential outcomes are issued by the respective certifying organizations.

Elevate for Humanity operates as a workforce development system coordinating training, funding, testing, and employment pathways. Program delivery may be conducted directly by Elevate or through approved training providers depending on the program.

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Elevate for Humanity Career & Technical Institute is a DOL Registered Apprenticeship Sponsor, Indiana ETPL-listed workforce training provider, and Certiport Authorized Testing Center operating under 2Exclusive LLC-S. Industry certifications are issued by the respective credentialing bodies (CompTIA, NHA, EPA, NCCCO, etc.) upon passing the required exams — these are the same credentials employers hire for. Training may be fully funded for eligible participants through WIOA, Workforce Ready Grant, JRI, and approved workforce partners; eligibility is determined by the applicable agency. Elevate for Humanity Career & Technical Institute is a workforce training organization, not a degree-granting postsecondary institution under the Indiana Department of Education — our programs lead to industry certifications and employment, not academic degrees.

Partners/Barber Host Shop
Host a Site

Host a Barbershop Apprenticeship

Partner with us to train the next generation of barbers while building your team and growing your business.

Why Become a Host Shop?

Earn While Training

Apprentices work in your shop from day one, bringing in revenue while they learn.

Build Your Team

Recruit and train talent specifically for your business culture and specialty.

DOL Registered

Our apprenticeship is DOL-registered, giving your program credibility and recognition.

Flexible Schedule

Training fits your business hours. We handle the classroom portion.

How It Works

1

Apply

Complete our host shop application. We review your shop and mentor qualifications.

2

Match

We match you with an apprentice who fits your shop's culture and specialty.

3

Train

Your apprentice works in your shop while attending our RTI classroom training.

Host Shop Requirements

  • Licensed barbershop in good standing with Indiana State Board of Cosmetology
  • At least one licensed barber with 3+ years of experience to serve as mentor
  • Physical space for apprentice to work on clients
  • Willingness to commit to 12-24 month apprenticeship duration
  • Background check clearance for shop owner and mentor
  • Commercial liability insurance

Apprentice Qualifications

  • Must be 16+ years old
  • High school diploma or GED preferred
  • No prior barber license required
  • Committed to completing 1500+ hours of training
  • Professional attitude and customer service skills

Apprentice ROI

$0

Your cost to host an apprentice

500+

Hours of productive work in 12 months

$10K

Federal tax credit per apprentice

Ready to Host?

Apply to become a host shop partner. We'll review your application and schedule a site visit within 2 weeks.

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