CAREER EXPLORATION • PRACTICAL TRAINING •
PROFESSIONAL GROWTH
Micro Certifications
Discover Your Strengths. Develop Your Skills. Build Your Future.
SAIL Micro Certifications provide adults with meaningful opportunities to explore career interests, develop practical workplace skills, and prepare for employment through individualized instruction and hands-on learning.
Through guided training, community partnerships, real-world projects, and workplace experiences, participants build professional competencies, gain confidence, and work toward certificates that recognize their growing capabilities and achievements.
EXPLORE YOUR PATHWAY
Discover Your Strengths. Develop Your Skills. Build Your Future.
Every career journey begins with discovering what you enjoy, what you do well, and where your interests might lead. SAIL Micro Certifications offer three progressive levels of hands-on training, practical experience, and individualized guidance that help participants develop workplace skills and explore meaningful employment opportunities.
Communication Arts
Levels I, II, & III
Develop creative and technical skills in graphic design, digital media, and visual communication. Participants explore illustration, image editing, typography, and design software while creating projects for real-world applications. Through guided instruction, collaborative assignments, and opportunities to work with clients, they build confidence, develop a professional portfolio, and discover possibilities in the creative arts.
Hospitality
Levels I, II, & III
Build practical skills in customer service, workplace communication, organization, and hospitality operations. Through hands-on training, community-based experiences, and workplace mentorship, participants learn to collaborate with colleagues, interact confidently with customers, and take responsibility for meaningful tasks. Experiences may include retail, food service, guest services, and other hospitality-related settings.
Early Childcare Assistant
Levels I, II, & III
Explore the responsibilities and rewards of working in early childhood education. Participants develop skills in classroom organization, child engagement, safety, and supporting daily routines within a Reggio-inspired preschool environment. Through supervised experiences, mentorship, and practical assignments, they learn to support children’s learning, collaborate with educators, and build the professional habits needed for early childhood employment.
PATHWAY TO ACHIEVEMENT
Three Levels. Growing Skills. Real Opportunities.
Every participant brings unique strengths, interests, and goals. SAIL Micro Certifications provide a progressive learning experience that combines individualized instruction, hands-on practice, and real-world application. Each level builds upon demonstrated skills, encouraging participants to develop greater confidence, responsibility, and workplace readiness.
01
LEVEL I
Explore & Discover
Build foundational knowledge, explore industry tools and practices, and discover personal strengths and interests.
02
LEVEL 2
Practice & Apply
Develop technical and interpersonal skills through guided projects, practical assignments, and increasing responsibility.
03
LEVEL 3
Demonstrate & Advance
Apply acquired skills through authentic work experiences, demonstrate competency, and prepare for employment opportunities.
SKILLS FOR THE FUTURE
The Micro Certifications Goal
Our goal is to help participants discover their strengths, develop meaningful workplace competencies, and recognize their potential as capable, contributing members of the workforce.
Through progressively challenging instruction, mentorship, and authentic work experiences, participants build the confidence, responsibility, adaptability, and professional habits that support greater independence and employment opportunities.
Designed for adults ages 18 and older
CALENDAR YEAR, 2026-2027
Schedule & Tuition
Our Micro Certification programs offer two weekly schedule options, allowing participants to pursue focused career training through hands-on instruction, practical projects, and workplace experiences.
SCHEDULE OPTION 1
Monday & Wednesday
$5,800
SCHEDULE OPTION 2
Tuesday & Thursday
$5,800
SCHEDULE OPTION 1
Monday & Wednesday
$5,800
SCHEDULE OPTION 2
Tuesday & Thursday
$5,800
SCHEDULE OPTION 1
Monday & Wednesday
$5,800
SCHEDULE OPTION 2
Tuesday & Thursday
$5,800
EARNING YOUR CERTIFICATION
Two Semesters. Demonstrated Mastery.
Meaningful Achievement.
Each Micro Certification level requires the successful completion of a minimum of two semesters and demonstrated mastery of the level’s required skills and competencies.
Tuition is charged separately for each semester. Completing the required semesters does not automatically result in certification; participants must demonstrate mastery through practical work, authentic experiences, and competency assessments.
Private-pay and eligible DDD-funded enrollment options are available.
YOUR JOURNEY STARTS HERE
Ready to Register For Beyond Basics?
Whether you’re interested in Beyond Basics as an morning program or a full-day experience combining Beyond Basics and SAIL On, our team is here to help you explore the possibilities, understand enrollment options, and take the next step.