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Career Learning that Grows with Your Students

A get-ready-to-launch program and curriculum built for all ages and stages.

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Empowering Possibilities

From the moment a student asks, “What do I want to be?”, they become a Climber on the path to their future.

Hats & Ladders turns Climbers' aspirations into approachable steps—making career readiness engaging, confidence-building, and actionable.

Starting with exploration, growing through skill-building, and culminating in authentic workplace experiences, we help every learner move forward with clarity and confidence.

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Guided Career Journeys for Every Age

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Hats & Ladders for
Middle School (Grades 6-8)

Designed for young adolescents, Hats & Laddsers for Middle School makes career exploration engaging, inspiring, and low-pressure. Using gamification and authentic workplace-based problem solving, students:

  • Explore & Discover: Connect building blocks to future opportunties.
  • Interactive Learning: Gain early industry experience through gamified challenges.
  • Build Confidence: Move toward clarity about future possibilities.
  • Develop Future-Ready Skills: Build teamwork, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Plan Ahead: Create a dynamic roadmap for high school and beyond.
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Hats & Ladders for
High School (Grades 9-12)

Hats & Ladders for High School empowers students to follow promising pathways and engage in authentic workplace learning, enabling them to build skills and make informed post-secondary decisions—whether that’s college, the workforce, or another path.

  • Take Action: Stay on a clear path toward career goals.
  • Gain Experience: Secure industry internships and hands-on learning.
  • Develop Skills: Build PowerSklills and ProSkills to stand out.
  • Build Networks: Connect with real-world professionals.
  • Be Job Ready: Prepare with authentic tools, practice, and a portfolio.

New Release Coming Fall 2026

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Hats & Ladders for
Workforce (Age 14+)

Hats & Ladders for Workforce supports young adult participants in community-based, city, or state workforce programs, with continued career guidance, skill development, and real-world opportunities. Participants:

  • Explore Opportunities: Connect to post-secondary pathways and career options.
  • Pivot or Relaunch: Access guidance and resources for next steps.
  • Gain Mentorship & Experience: Participate in real-world projects and mentorship.
  • Earn Certifications: Stand out with industry-specific credentials.
  • Master Skills: Master PowerSkills and ProSkills to elevate job readiness.
  • Be Job Ready: Access complete job search and application tools.
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Built Around Three Core Pillars

Exploration, preparation, and real-world immersion—built for every stage.

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Career Parkour

Explore and experiment with roles, challenges, and pathways that spark curiosity and growth.

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Built for Their Journey

Activities and tools that adapt to each learner’s stage, supporting confidence from middle school through young adulthood.




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Insights That Matter

Real-time data and reporting that empower educators, coaches, and workforce leaders to guide with clarity.

Proven Impact!

300+
Organizations
500K+
Learners
5M+
Hours Engaged

Step into the Future of Career Learning

Empower students, equip educators, and embed career readiness at every stage.

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With Hats & Ladders, schools and organizations can:
  • Empower learners to explore boldly and envision limitless futures
  • Equip educators with tools and visibility to guide with confidence
  • Embed career readiness from middle school to workforce
  • Customize pathways to align with local data and opportunities

All Hats & Ladders products are available for demo or pilot, tailored to your learners and district pathways.

Ready to Begin the Adventure?

Spark curiosity, build confidence, and help every student take their first steps toward a meaningful future with Hats & Ladders.

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