Our Vision

The MET Center is a strategic partnership created to stimulate the economic self-sufficiency of individuals living in low-income communities of the St. Louis region. The Center seeks to accomplish this mission by delivering focused, comprehensive, and accessible job training, placement, assessment, career development services and transportation services. We serve the underemployed, unemployed, and displaced workers, leading to sustainable work and a competitive regional economy.

  • Centrally Located Near the Metro Link
  • Comprehensive Skill-based Training
  • Focused Individual Employment Planning
  • Accessible Career Development and Placement Services
  • Personal Financial Education/Transportation Services



  • Open Enrollment

    Explore your options

    Get career evaluation and advising to determine the best career path for you. Take the academic and work readiness skills assessment and receive information to develop an individual training plan. Learn about the programs available.


    Career Training

    Learn a new trade.

    Work readiness, job search, basic skills enhancement and job-specific training tailored to match employer requirements. MET courses are offered by training professionals whose knowledge and experience drive quality training.


    Placement and Retention

    Time to go to work.

    Through the Missouri Career Center and Better Family Life, placement assistance is the next stop on your road to success. Receive job placement assistance and guidance as well as job retention and graduate follow-up services