“Our mission at Graduation Alliance is to help individuals complete their education and secure meaningful, stable employment,” said Ron Klausner, CEO of Graduation Alliance. “Our partnership with Interplay strengthens our efforts to break cycles of poverty and create pathways to economic empowerment by connecting students to in-demand jobs across the country, providing them with stability, choice, and autonomy in their careers.”

The program will initially serve Graduation Alliance’s Dropout Recovery and Adult Workforce Diploma programs, which cater to students who have faced challenges with traditional schooling. By providing a flexible training solution, students can safely access interactive, simulation-based learning anytime and anywhere with an internet connection.

Interplay’s flexible online solution is tailored to diverse learners, offering scaffolded pathways that allow students to build skills progressively and earn industry-recognized certifications in as little as eight to 16 weeks. Learners can also earn credentials like EPA 608 and OSHA 10, so they stand out in an increasingly competitive workforce. 

“At Interplay Learning, we’re driven by a commitment to make career advancement accessible for everyone, regardless of location or background,” said Doug Donovan, co-founder and CEO of Interplay Learning. “This partnership with Graduation Alliance enables us to reach a new group of learners with our immersive, simulation-based training, equipping them with skills for life-long careers that are sustainable and in high demand.”

Graduation Alliance provides holistic career-readiness support through its career coaches, who mentor and guide learners throughout the training. Graduation Alliance’s program can make skills training more accessible to nontraditional and at-risk learners, offering them additional career options and making it easier for them to stay on track toward their career goals. 

By delivering high-quality, interactive training, Graduation Alliance and Interplay Learning empower learners with marketable skills in a flexible, accessible format. This partnership represents a significant step forward in workforce development, supporting individuals who have not thrived in traditional school environments — whether due to economic challenges or other personal circumstances — as they work toward rewarding careers and increased earning potential.