About Us

The Caring Gene® Career Pathways Training (CPT) Program helps people start and grow their health, behavioral health, and social care careers in New York.

Caring Gene® Career Pathways Training (CPT) is dedicated to connecting with individuals who have a natural calling to care for others (a.k.a. those who have the Caring Gene®). The need for compassionate professionals in the care industry has never been greater. Since 2018, we’ve been matching people with the Caring Gene® to healthcare employers in their local areas.

In 2024, through funding from a New York Start grant, we expanded our mission to offer comprehensive support, including career exploration, complete coverage of tuition, and job preparation. Our ongoing guidance is designed to empower you to achieve your career goals with confidence. Our funding has also expanded our ability to support individuals interested in behavioral health and social care as well as healthcare.

Three Workforce Investment Organization Regions have been established for the administration of the Career Pathways Training program, with one WIO assigned per region:

Region 1

Hudson Valley, New York City, Long Island

WIO Name:

Counties:

1199 SEIU Training and Employment Funds (TEF)

Bronx, Dutchess, Kings, Nassau,
New York, Orange, Putnam, Queens, Richmond, Rockland, Suffolk, Sullivan, Ulter, Westchester

Region 2

Capital Region, Central New York, North Country, Southern Tier

WIO Name:

Counties:

Caring Gene Healthcare Career Pathways

Albany, Broome, Chenango, Clinton, Columbia, Cortland, Delaware, Essex, Franklin, Fulton, Greene, Hamilton, Herkimer, Jefferson, Lewis, Madison, Montgomery, Oneida, Onondaga, Oswego, Otsego, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Schoharie, St. Lawrence, Tioga, Tompkins, Warren, Washington

Region 3

Finger Lakes and Western New York

WIO Name:

Counties:

Finger Lakes Performing Provider System (FLPPS)

Allegany, Cayuga, Chemung, Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne, Wyoming, Yates, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie, Niagara

For Future Professionals New to the Industry

You can start your journey in a career in healthcare, behavioral health and social care with full financial support. The CPT Program provides complete coverage for tuition and books across 13 in-demand healthcare fields. After training, participants must fulfill a three-year service commitment in health, behavioral health and social care settings serving 30% or higher Medicaid /uninsured populations, i.e. high-need patient bases, ensuring vital access to care in your community.

For Current Professionals Working in the Industry

Are you looking to grow in your field? The CPT Program is here to support your next steps. With comprehensive support for educational costs, you’ll gain credentials that not only elevate your skills, but also impact communities across New York.

Take the First Step

Apply today and start your journey toward a fulfilling healthcare career–with us covering the costs, so you can focus on finding the perfect fit.

Get Started