1138 W Garfield Ave, Milwaukee414-249-3576

Programs & training

One building. Five pathways forward.

From a first credential to a career, 5 Star Impact brings healthcare, trades, workforce readiness, corporate training, and youth programming together on Garfield Avenue.

Painted artwork of a tradeswoman in a gold hard hat driving a nail into wood framing as the brand's ribbon current flows through the lumber.

Train. Build. Belong.

One building, many pathways

Find the program that matches where you're headed.

Every pathway below runs out of the same Garfield Avenue center, taught by real instructors. Session dates, current costs, and eligibility are confirmed directly with the team -- explore a program, then reach out to take the next step.

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Healthcare pathway

Healthcare & Certifications

Adults preparing for careers in healthcare, caregiving, and childcare.

State-recognized healthcare and safety credentials, taught hands-on by experienced instructors.

What you leave withState-recognized credentialsFundingAsk us about WIOA, FSET, and private-pay options.
Explore Healthcare & Certifications
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Trades pathway

Trade School & Construction

Adults and youth preparing for apprenticeship and skilled-trades careers.

Foundational construction skills and job-readiness for Milwaukee's trades and apprenticeship pipeline.

What you leave withApprenticeship-ready skillsFundingOffered through the DSPS-approved Five Star Educational Training Center. Ask us about WIOA and private-pay options.
Explore Trade School & Construction
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Career readiness

Workforce Development

Job seekers, career changers, and people pursuing higher earning potential.

End-to-end support, from a first resume to long-term job retention and leadership.

What you leave withInterview-ready, plan in handFundingAsk us about WIOA, FSET, and employer-partnership options.
Explore Workforce Development
04

Organizational training

Corporate & Train-the-Trainer

Employers, nonprofits, and organizations building internal training capacity.

Train-the-trainer, instructor development, and fully customized organizational training and materials.

What you leave withCertified in-house trainersFundingAsk about current options
Explore Corporate & Train-the-Trainer
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Youth development

Youth Programs

Young people building skills, confidence, and career direction.

Hands-on exposure to careers, leadership, entrepreneurship, and wellness for Milwaukee youth.

What you leave withCareer direction, earlyFundingAsk about current options
Explore Youth Programs

Community impact

A track record built one graduate at a time.

355+CPR certifications deliveredHands-on safety training for Milwaukee residents and professionals
125+CBRF-trained individualsCredential-ready for Wisconsin residential care settings
7CNA graduates (inaugural cohort)State exam-eligible through the Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry
7Business center tenantsMilwaukee entrepreneurs with space to build and grow

Figures reflect program activity to date and are being confirmed.

Take the next step

Not sure which pathway fits?

Tell us your goal and the team will point you to the right program and current enrollment information.