WORKFORCE
EDUCATION &
innovation
Workforce Education and Innovation strengthens Omaha’s bilingual and Latino workforce through educational initiatives and on the job training.
By the Numbers
Adult Education
We empower Latinos and immigrant communities through innovative, culturally responsive educational programs that create pathways to career advancement, promote self-sufficiency, and strengthen community integration—providing accessible learning opportunities and personalized support to help individuals build the skills and confidence to thrive.
Classes Offered
English Language Learning (ELL) Level 1 & 2
(Offered in English only with some support in Spanish) Students will develop their language skills in English through reading, writing, comprehension and conversation.
Basic Spanish Literacy
(Offered in Spanish only) Students will learn to read and write in their native language, Spanish, through consistent practice in the classroom.
GED (General Education Diploma) Level 1 & 2
(Offered in Spanish only) Students will refresh their knowledge on basic educational skills in preparation for the GED courses.
U.S. Citizenship Preparation
(Offered in English only) Students will learn and discuss topics that will appear on the civics portion of the Citizenship interview. They will also be exposed to a mock interview and be provided assistance with filling out their request form.
English Language Learning Tutoring
(May be offered in English and/or Spanish on a as-needed basis) Students strengthen their English language skills, including reading, writing, speaking, and listening, to build confidence in everyday communication, education, and the workplace.
Workforce Prep Workshops
An interactive workshop designed to help participants build essential workplace skills, including résumé writing, job applications, interview preparation, workplace communication, and professional expectations. Participants gain practical tools and confidence to successfully enter or advance in the workforce.
NCRC Testing
The ACT National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC) is a portable credential that verifies essential workplace skills in applied math, graphic literacy, and workplace documents, helping employers assess job readiness across industries.
Adult Education Workplace Partnerships
The Latino Center partners with local businesses and companies to bring Adult Education classes directly to their employees, helping workplaces strengthen skills, support career growth, and invest in their team’s success. We work collaboratively with employers to meet the needs of both their business and their employees.
How it Works
To explore partnership opportunities and learn how Adult Education can support your workplace, reach out to our Adult Education team at 402-733-2720 or adulteducation@latinocenter.org.
The LATINO cENTER pROVIDES
Partnering with us is simple—we work with your team to bring an instructor on-site or welcome employees into our scheduled classes. We provide:
- Instructor
- Curriculum & materials
- Assessments & progress updates
- Class planning & support
Workplace Partner PROVIDES
We tailor our partnership to align with your shift times, staffing needs, and workplace goals. You provide:
- Classroom space and equipment (if on-site)
- Coverage for employees’ class cost
- Scheduling coordination
- Access to Wi-Fi or internet connection
- Access for instructors (badges, parking, check-in procedures)
Siembra Nebraska
Providing high school and college students with internships across diverse fields, fostering leadership skills, professional growth, and career readiness through hands-on experience and structured mentorship.
Siembra Nebraska Internship program
Siembra Nebraska connects high school and college students to hands-on internships across diverse fields through five specialized branches, cultivating leadership, professional growth, and career readiness. Interns are matched with local organizations aligned with their career goals and gain real-world experience through professional development workshops, job shadowing, and meaningful projects that prepare them for long-term success.
Siembra Nebraska Branches
- Siembra Carreras (Growing Careers)
- Siembra Construcción (Growing Construction)
- Siembra Medios (Growing Media
- Siembra Raíces (Growing Roots)
- Siembra Salud (Growing Health)
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Siembra Nebraska Host Sites
Siembra Nebraska partners with local businesses and organizations—known as Host Sites—to place interns in roles that align with their career goals and chosen branch. These Host Sites provide meaningful opportunities for interns to gain hands-on experience, develop new skills, and grow within their field of interest.
Siembra Nebraska ERG
Siembra ERG is a volunteer network of Omaha professionals who support the Siembra Nebraska Internship Program by mentoring interns, coordinating job shadowing, and leading the Synergy Conference—connecting students to skills, careers, and professional networks. To learn more, contact our team at 402-733-2720 or siembrane@latinocenter.org.
Success Stories
I’m grateful that CSF Exteriors allowed me to be working at their company and for Siembra Nebraska for opening doors.
Abigail Quinteros Guardado, Siembra Nebraska Intern
Building Tomorrow’s Health Leaders
The Latino Center really prepared me in terms of my education and overall knowledge that I’ve gained.
Joanna Preciado Alvarez
It has just been a great opportunity to pass down knowledge to the next generation and pass on the baton to them becase the next generation is the most important generation.
Leudin Dominguez, Siembra ERG Member
