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Youth & Secondary

Youth Career Pathways & Pre-Apprenticeship

Connecting high school students to paid work-based learning, early college credits, and direct articulation into registered apprenticeships.

Program Overview

Key Highlights & Distinctions

  • Earn up to 15 transferable college credits before high school graduation
  • Paid summer work-based learning opportunities with local employers
  • Direct matriculation into registered apprenticeships upon graduation
  • Career mentorship and financial literacy curriculum

Eligibility & Requirements

INSTITUTIONAL THEORY OF CHANGE

How Change Happens

Our evidence-based continuum illustrating how competency-based education cascades into lifelong economic security and generational community mobility.

01

Education

Accessible, competency-based curriculum built collaboratively with industry leaders.

02

Skills

Mastery of technical, digital, and professional skills through hands-on practice.

03

Credentials

Stackable, state- and nationally recognized certifications and journeyworker cards.

04

Employment

Direct placement into high-retention jobs with verified employer sponsor partners.

05

Career Advancement

Continuous upskilling, mentorship, and progressive promotion into senior roles.

06

Economic Mobility

Family-sustaining wages, wealth building, and debt-free financial independence.

07

Community Impact

Stronger regional economies, thriving families, and equitable workforce ecosystems.

Quick Specifications

Program Type Youth & Secondary
Industry Sector STEM, Healthcare & Smart Manufacturing
Target Audience High School Juniors, Seniors & Opportunity Youth (16-24)
Estimated Duration Semester or Summer Immersion
Awarded Credential Dual College Credit & Pre-Apprenticeship Certificate
Delivery Method Earn-While-You-Learn ($26.50/hr starting -> $42.00/hr at completion)
Tuition & Financial Aid 100% Covered for Qualified Applicants

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