It’s pretty simple, really. Young people are key to vibrant communities and thriving economies. So we do everything in our power to develop their skills and increase the employment possibilities for disconnected youth in our area – young adults who are full of untapped potential and big dreams but who face even bigger challenges with fewer opportunities.
In Central and Western Maryland, we offer job-related programs and services to foster care and juvenile services participants through age 25 and to all other eligible Maryland residents ages 16 to 24.
ESSENTIAL SKILLS
Job-readiness skills, soft skills, whatever they’re calling them…you need them. We offer training in essential skills including but not limited to:
- Communication & Language
- Professionalism & Dependability
- Work Ethic & Attitude
- Teamwork
- Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
- Personal Habits & Interpersonal Skills
- Management & Leadership
VOCATION PREP
We offer a 36-hour career development course, which includes intensive instruction on:
- Career Assessment and Planning
- Job Search
- Resume Building
- Interview Skills
- Employment Applications, and more
CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS
We provide training in an expanding list of accredited certification programs. We concentrate on teaching marketable skills for industries where there is the most opportunity for employment and room for advancement including but not limited to:
- Healthcare Mentorship Maryland
- Certified Nursing/Geriatric Assistance
- Patient Care Technician
- Medical Front Office (LEAP)
- Childcare (LEAP)