the friendly Youth Opportunity
Centers which also serve high school graduates. Addressing the needs of this segment
of the workforce having the highest rate of unemployment, youth
counselors encourage enrollment in basic skills tutoring leading to
GED equivalency diplomas, as well as career training programs in
vocational and technical fields leading to higher degrees.
All student expenses for classes, books, materials, tools, and
uniforms are offset by individual training accounts (ITA’s) which are
issued based on need. Career exploration is promoted so youth can be
matched with good jobs based on their interests and aptitudes,
prospects for industry growth, and earnings potential.
YCI provides 11 services to youth in South Florida. The program provides
out-of-school youth with comprehensive assessment and guidance
through the decision-making process of weighing all of their
available options. Tutoring and other academic supports youth may
need
to gain access to the paths
they select are also provided. Each one of these elements is
available to participants and is offered in accordance with his/her
Individualized Success Strategy (ISS).
Over 1,000 youth, ages 16-21, are served during each program year.
Approximately 75% of those who complete the program enter employment
and 25% enroll in post-secondary education and advanced training
programs.
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