History
Skillpoint Alliance was originally founded as the Capital Area Training Foundation (CATF), which was created in 1994 to address what the founders saw as a gap between employers' needs and the workforce's skills. As was true then, Austin continues to experience tremendous economic growth and the accompanying demand for highly-skilled workers. While this growth has resulted in prosperity and financial security for many, under-skilled Central Texans without the high tech, science, math and communication skills required by today's workforce are unable to gain successful entry to Austin's growing and emerging industries. At the same time, local employers require an adequately trained workforce to continue growing in this competitive economy.
Specialties
Skillpoint Alliance is a 501(c)3 workforce development organization deeply rooted in building partnerships across industries, educational opportunities and community outreach. Skillpoint is strongly committed to helping individuals access a successful career, while meeting employers' needs for a qualified workforce. We strive to provide programs for individuals who are just beginning to enter the workforce or seeking to embark upon a new career pathway. No matter where our students are in their various walks of life, Skillpoint stands ready to enhance the quality of life for our students and prepare them for a rapidly changing global economy.