Registration for 2026 is now open!
Class One: Monday to Thursday January 26 to 29 - 10:00 am to 1:00 pm Registration for this class closes January 5, 2026.
Class Two: Monday to Thursday February 2 to 5 – 10:00 am to 1:00 pm Registration for this class closes January 12, 2026.
Class Three: Monday to Thursday February 9 to 12 - 10:00 am to 1:00 pm Registration for this class closes January 19, 2026.
The classes will take place in our classroom at S Dearborn St and Rainier Ave S (International District).
Each course lasts 12 hours and it is necessary to complete all hours to obtain the stipend.
Arriving late to class or leaving early will affect the stipend allocation.
Eligible participants can take these courses once every 18 months.
Eligible participants are current employees of employer partners who are also members of UNITE HERE! Local 8. See the Jobs link for a list of employer partners.
Stipends will be issued at the end of each course and you will need to complete a W9 form. Participants should plan on a few weeks for the stipend payment to be processed. It is not available immediately after training.