WorkTexas is a Houston based non-profit dedicated to serving the community through education, training, and personalized resources to help people get jobs, keep jobs and advance in their careers. WorkTexas offers occupational skills training in various in demand industries such as: welding, electrical (both residential & commercial), carpentry/home building, building maintenance, plumbing, HVAC, clinical medical assistant, child development associate and more. WorkTexas aims to adapt to the ever-changing needs of relevant industries to ensure its students are prepared to enter the workforce and that business partners hire and retain the best talent. Our organization is passionate about promoting the value of entry and middle-skill level work and challenging the misconception that college is the only path to success. Additionally, WorkTexas is an avid advocate for the increase of the hourly wage for individuals working in the trades. These efforts create a cycle of prosperity for individuals, businesses and the overall economy.