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Youth Training

The following list of cost free programs are funded under the Workforce Investment Act (WIA). On an annual basis a Request for Proposals (RFP) is advertised in the local newspapers and online. At that time, school districts and community organizations may apply and complete the RFP process for funding. Please note that WIA programs have income and other eligibility requirements. If you’re interested in applying for funding, please visit www.atlanticcapewib.info.

Programs for Youth In-School for Ages 14-21

Programs for Youth Out-of-School for Ages 16 - 21

Programs for Youth In-School for Ages 14-21

Atlantic County Special Services School District - http://www.atlanticava.org
Contact: Anne Dillon

The program is designed to prepare disabled students at the special services school, age 14-21, for a successful transition from school to work. Students will receive transitional academic instruction, work readiness skills training, occupational skills training, and career planning services.

Atlantic Cape Community College - http://www.atlantic.edu
Contact: Sherwood Taylor

The community college partners with Oakcrest High School to train 20 youth enrolled at the high school for careers in the sales and service industry through the Institute for Service Excellence. Youth, when eligible will have the opportunity to take the National Retail Federation (NRF) certification exam, earn a National Work Readiness Credential or a NRF credential for Professional Customer Service or Professional Sales. All youth will attain a secondary school diploma and participate in basic skills remediation, work readiness activities and job shadowing and work experiences.

AtlantiCare Behavioral Health - Buena Regional High School - http://www.buena.k12.nj.us/teens/
Contact: Cathleen Morris

The program is designed to assist Buena Regional School District students, age 14-18, to obtain a high school diploma and prepare entry into the workforce. Students will receive a variety of services including tutoring and study skills instruction, work experience opportunities, leadership development opportunities, career exploration, pre-employment/work readiness skills training, and group and individual counseling.

Cape May County Schools for Special Services - www.capemayspecialservices.com
Contact: Jamie Muscony

The program is designed to increase the basic literacy, workplace readiness skills, and employment opportunities for special education classified youth, age 14-21, enrolled at the Cape May County High School. Students will receive basic skills instruction, social skills training, life skills training, individual counseling, workplace readiness skills, community based job shadowing opportunities, and support services.

Cape May County Schools for Special Services - Cape Educational Compact -

The program is designed to assist at-risk, disaffected youth who are enrolled at the Cape Educational COMPACT alternative high school to continue their education and obtain employment skills and work experience. Students will receive a variety of services, including but not limited to basic skills remediation, tutoring, adult mentoring, individual and group counseling, work experience training, career exploration, employment skills training, community service opportunities, and support services.

Eagle Academy - Egg Harbor Township High School - www.actnetwork.info
Contact: Bud Smith

The program is designed to assist at risk youth, age 14-18, attending the Egg Harbor Township Schools in making a successful transition to independence. Students will receive basic skills remediation, life skills training, tutoring, adult mentoring, family counseling, work experience opportunities, job specific training, and workplace readiness training.

Egg Harbor Township High Schools (Eagles Enterprises)
Contact: Harry Sachs

Egg Harbor Township Schools in making a successful transition from school to work. The program provides basic skills instruction and workplace readiness skills training in conjunction with school-based entrepreneurial experiences and job shadowing

Greater Egg Harbor Regional High School District - Absegami High School
Contact: Paul Lonergan

The program is designed to assist classified Absegami High School students, age 14-18, transition from school to the world of work. Participating students will receive basic skills instruction, pre-employment/work readiness skills, adult mentoring, counseling, and follow up services.

Mainland Regional High School - Visit Mainland's website

This program plans to target 20 youth with disabilities and/or economically disadvantaged students enrolled at the high school. Participants will participate in basic skills remediation, work readiness, study and occupational skills training. All youth will participate in job shadowing and work experiences with local business partner to transfer classroom instruction to the world of work. Local community based partners will provide mentoring and leadership development.

Pleasantville Schools Youth Education & Training Program - pleasantville.k12.nj.us
Contact: William Burch

The program is designed to assist at risk youth, age 14-18, residing in the city of Pleasantville in meeting educational goals and preparing for the world of work. Students will receive comprehensive assessment, academic instruction, job readiness skills, work experience opportunities, career exploration, computer skills training, job shadowing, internship and apprenticeship opportunities, support services, and follow up.

PREP - Preparing to Reach Employment Potential - http://www.prep.com
Contact: Nicole Menzano

The program is designed to assist at risk high school seniors from Cape May County in meeting educational goals and preparing for the world of work. Students will receive comprehensive assessment, academic tutoring, counseling, career exploration, work experience opportunities, support services, and follow up.

Programs for Youth Out-of-School for Ages 16 - 21

Atlantic Cape May Community - hhtp://www.atlantic.edu
Contact: Sherwood Taylor

The program is designed to recruit and prepare young adults, age 18-21, for employment in the healthcare profession leading to professional credentials and employment. Participants receive occupational skills training in one of three different health tracks, professional development workshops, review for certification exams, and workplace readiness skills.

ODOSY - Opening Doors for Out-Of-School Youth - http://www.odosy.com
Contact: Sharon Beres

The program is designed to assist eligible out of school youth, age 16-21, residing in Cape May County in acquiring workforce credentials, obtaining long term employment, and increasing earnings. Participants will receive comprehensive assessment, tutoring, counseling, career exploration, work experience opportunities, support services, and follow up.

PRN Training Center -
Contact: Paulette Mayo, RN

PRN will target 20 at-risk, out-of-school youth with an interest in becoming Certified Nursing Assistants. All youth will be required to complete a 140 hour CNA training course in conjunction with work readiness, job shadowing and basic skills activities. Participants will be required to exceed the competency skills required for state certification.