Jason Aubrey
CEO
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Skilltrade
Skilltrade provides employer-aligned, turnkey healthcare training programs featuring live instruction, hands-on labs, and integrated certification prep. The company builds sustainable talent pipelines for healthcare organizations, workforce boards, and academic partners through flexible, full-service program execution. Their curriculum focuses on real-world readiness, reducing time-to-competency and improving talent retention for partners.
- Digital Health
- Education Technology
Updated 5 days ago
Funding
Raised to date
$5.1MRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Funding rounds are not available yet.
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Problem
Healthcare organizations face persistent staffing shortages, hindering their ability to provide adequate patient care. Traditional education pathways are often lengthy and expensive, creating barriers for individuals seeking to enter the healthcare field and exacerbating workforce gaps.
Solution
Skilltrade provides online career training programs focused on preparing individuals for certification and employment in high-demand healthcare roles. The platform utilizes a hybrid learning model that combines flexible online coursework with hands-on practice through virtual simulations and externships at healthcare facilities. Skilltrade's programs are designed to be completed in a short timeframe, enabling students to quickly gain the skills and credentials needed to launch their healthcare careers. The company also partners with healthcare organizations and workforce development boards to create customized training solutions that address specific workforce needs.
Target Audience
Skilltrade serves individuals seeking to enter or advance their careers in the healthcare field, as well as healthcare organizations, workforce development boards, and academic institutions seeking to address staffing shortages and enhance workforce readiness.
Features
- Online coursework incorporating interactive 3D learning, gamified modules, and virtual simulations
- Hybrid program options with hands-on training at local healthcare facilities
- Externship opportunities for real-world experience and networking
- Personalized certification exam preparation with practice tests and custom feedback
- Student Success Specialists providing support via email and phone
- Career Connections Team assisting with job placement and career advancement
- Programs designed to align with industry-recognized certifications
- Curriculum developed by healthcare professionals