Start Your High-Demand Career in Early Childhood Education

The Dual Training Grant is a state-funded opportunity designed to help you launch a rewarding career while earning an income. Through this earn-while-you-learn model, students gain hands-on experience with a local employer while completing coursework toward an industry-recognized credential.

Grant funding may cover:

• Tuition
• Fees
• Required program materials

Eligible students can receive up to $6,000 per year toward their education.

Earn While You Learn

Through the Dual Training model, you will:

• Begin paid, on-the-job training immediately after hire
• Gain real-world experience aligned with your coursework
• Work with a flexible schedule while completing your credential
• Build workforce-ready skills in a high-demand field

How It Works

1. Apply for a position with Discovery Place Early Learning Center (TRF)
2. Get hired and begin paid, hands-on training
3. Enroll in the Early Childhood Education program at Northland
4. Receive Dual Training Grant funding (if eligible)
5. Complete your credential while gaining real-world experience

We’re Hiring

Discovery Place Early Learning Center in Thief River Falls is actively seeking candidates to participate in this program.

Learn more about Discovery Place Early Learning Center
https://discoveryplacetrf.org/