FAQs

Have a question about how Due North works?

We've gathered some of the most common questions that we get asked about Due North. If you don’t find your answer here, reach out and a Due North team member will get back to you shortly.

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What is Due North?

Due North was created to help the unemployed and underemployed population of North Tulsa. The program assists North Tulsa residents in professional development, soft skills, educational/training opportunities, and other employment opportunities all for free.

After attaining improved career-building skills, we connect North Tulsans we’ve served with exceptional, local employers. The training offered is designed to help North Tulsa residents gain meaningful employment that provides increased wages and benefits. Together, the end result is strengthened families, businesses and the community.

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How is this program free?

Due North is a nonprofit that’s both privately funded and funded by the State of Oklahoma. It’s entirely free to District 1 and 3 residents. All we ask is that you put in the work to succeed.

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I don’t know if I’m in District 1 or 3?

That’s okay! Head to this page to see if you live within Districts 1 or 3. If you are outside of our service area, we will work with you to find resources to help you.

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What are the services you provide?

The beginning services we provide are soft skills - things like resume writing, mock interviews, team building, and emotional intelligence.

From there, we help you identify the next steps in your career path. That could mean pursuing an in-demand certification in careers in transportation, manufacturing, healthcare, accounting or IT.

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What kind of job readiness workshops do you offer?

Our most common job-readiness workshop is Career Readiness Training (CRT). CRT is a week-long training that explains best interview practices and skills that are beneficial for job success and promotion.

We also offer workshops on topics that will help you succeed in the workplace such as dealing with difficult co-workers, communication and important conversations.

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What if I don’t know what I want to do?

That’s okay! We’ll work with you and set the right goals for you. We want to start a conversation about your future.

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Do I have to pay anything?

All services from Due North are free to the resident. There are no additional fees to be a part of the program.

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Where do I join Due North?

Great question! Get started here or call us at (918) 442-2212.

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What’s the age requirement?

Residents in the Due North program need to be 18 years of age or older. There is no age maximum.

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What if I have the skills, but I’m just looking for a good job?

We can help you too! We have direct job placement and ongoing career advancement services. That means even after you find a job, we’ll work with you to grow within that position and help advance your career.

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What makes this program different from others?

When you’re officially in the Due North program, you’re given personalized coaching tailored to your goals. Our mission is to increase current wages for the family and/or provide a different pathway for a career.

Matching in-demand certifications with the skilled jobs that local industries need is a proven workforce development strategy that leads to successful careers.

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Do you help with transportation, child care, or business attire?

Yes! We’ll help you with the necessary tools that will make you successful.

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When can I come in?

The standard business hours are Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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