LIFE-STEP empowers adults with essential life and digital skills through 15 hours of free training—with the opportunity to receive a free laptop upon course completion.
Whether you’re job hunting, changing careers, or building confidence for everyday life, LIFE-STEP gives you practical skills that employers value and tools you’ll use for years to come.
By the end of the program, you’ll be able to:
✅ Set personal and career goals with confidence
✅ Create a professional résumé that highlights your strengths
✅ Communicate effectively in workplace and professional settings
✅ Prepare for job interviews with practical strategies
✅ Understand employer expectations and workplace culture
✅ Use Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) for professional tasks
✅ Master email, internet navigation, and video conferencing
✅ Apply AI Essentials for research, writing, and problem-solving
✅ Learn Project Management basics to organize tasks and meet deadlines
✅ Recognize cybersecurity threats and avoid online scams
✅ Complete online job applications independently
✔️ FREE Windows laptop to keep after completion (one per participant)
✔️ Wrap-around services including childcare support and resource referrals
✔️ Hands-on, real-world training with expert instructors in small groups
✔️ Certificate of Completion to showcase your new skills to employers
✔️ Ongoing access to advanced workshops, alumni events, and continued support
Duration: 15 hours total
Format: In-person, instructor-led training in small cohorts
Counties Served: Anderson, Campbell, Fentress, Morgan, Roane, Scott, Union
Eligibility: Adults 18+
Cost: Completely FREE
LIFE-STEP is perfect for:
LIFE-STEP graduates achieve real results:
✅ 68% employed or advanced within 6 months of completion
✅ 92% increased confidence with workplace technology
✅ 100% program recommendation rate to friends and family
✅ 90% completion rate – we support you all the way through
Our training is designed around actual employer needs in East Tennessee, ensuring you learn skills that translate directly to job opportunities.
CLICK HERE to register for an upcoming LIFE-STEP cohort or join our waiting list.
Classes fill quickly. If the current session is full, we’ll contact you as soon as the next cohort is scheduled.
Call us: 865-316-6050
Email: info@tech4alltn.org
Visit: tech4alltn.org
Our team is here to answer questions, help you register, and ensure LIFE-STEP is the right fit for your goals.
LIFE-STEP is made possible through partnerships with:
“I finally feel confident applying for jobs online. The Excel training alone has opened up so many opportunities I couldn’t access before.” – LIFE-STEP Graduate, Roane County
“The instructors were patient and supportive. I went from being scared of computers to using them every day for work and staying connected with my family.” – LIFE-STEP Graduate, Anderson County
Your future starts here. Register for LIFE-STEP today.