Upskilling & Reskilling

Expanding capabilities and skills to fulfill the talent needs of an everchanging economy is vital for employability.
Additional training and education to build upon current knowledge helps advance careers or can help a worker move to a different, more lucrative career.

Tennessee Reconnect

If you’re an adult looking to return to higher education or workforce training to gain new skills, advance in the workplace and catapult your career, check out Tennessee Reconnect to determine if there may be assistance for you. Visit www.tnreconnect.gov for more information.

Training Programs

You may also qualify for employment or training programs funded by the U.S. Department of Labor. The American Job Center is a one stop career center that offers several types of training and recruitment services. Visit the American Job Center, 366 Glascock Street, Suite 120, in Alcoa, or call 865-981-9274 for more information and to request assistance.

ARCONIC Foundation Global Internship Program

Are you a young adult between the ages of 18-26 looking for a pathway to a great career? Join us to get job essential skills training and real-world, hands-on work experience with a local manufacturing company. Find out if a manufacturing career is right for you and/or build your resume by signing up for this paid experience. Spaces are limited and registration is required.

Computer and Job Skill Classes

The Blount County Public Library offers free computer classes in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and Gmail. Receive an opportunity to gain a nationally recognized certificate from Northstar Digital Literacy. Is your workplace moving over to Google-based products? Sign up for free classes in Google Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Calendar.

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