General Info

Established in 1974, 1199C Training & Upgrading Fund is an educational institution that provides a range of job skill training services to more than 2,000 students. Located in Philadelphia, it employs over 60 part-time and nearly 30 full-time staff members. The institution is affiliated with the National Union of Hospital and Health Care Employees. It also offers various college credit and degree programs in health care and human services. The institution provides foundation, computer, vocational, educational pathways, and college preparatory and partnership programs. It organizes test preparatory and career development workshops, as well as conducts several events, including Sharing Our Heritage. In addition, 1199C Training & Upgrading Fund offers scholarship and tuition reimbursement programs.