How to rise out of poverty and achieve financial independence (self.Help_Others)

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This guide assumes you are starting at the absolute bottom. Skip the steps that aren't applicable to you.

1. Find resources while homeless:

http://helpwhenyouneedit.org/

Research: Unfortunately, no research has been done on any programs at scale. Some 'housing first' organizations have shown promise, but there's very few across the country.

2. Find funded training for certifications in well-paying fields. (Varies by location.)

2a. Visit https://www.careeronestop.org/FindTraining/find-training.aspx

2b. Under 'Find Local Training', put your zip code and distance from the training program, then search.

2c. Check the box for 'WIOA-certified training programs only'.

2d. Some common certifications/sectoral jobs that MIGHT be well-paying (Varies by location. A lot. Choose a certification that makes the most sense in your area.):

CompTIA A+
CompTIA Network+
CDL (Commercial Driver’s License)
Pest Control Technician
CNC Machining
Diesel Mechanic
Welding
Supervisory Leadership
Phlebotomy
Certified Health Care Access Associate
Patient Care Assistant
State Tested Nurse Assistant (STNA)
Medical Billing & Coding (CPC)
IT Sector (Security+, Microsoft Certs)
Environmental Remediation (HAZWOPER)
Financial Services (FINRA Licenses)

Research: https://www.povertyactionlab.org/publication/sectoral-employment-programs-path-quality-jobs-lessons-randomized-evaluations

(WORK IN PROGRESS. UPDATING THIS POST LATER WHEN I'M FREE.)

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[-] EnthusiasticNature94 2 points 1 month ago

Go ahead! My knowledge is unfortunately restricted to the U.S.

It doesn't even have to be long or match any specific formatting. Just post a link for now, and then edit it later with more links/advice.

this post was submitted on 11 Mar 2025

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