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CENTER FOR CAREER ALTERNATIVES Snohomish County Programs |
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The following programs are scheduled
for our 2007 - 2008 program year. |
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YOUTH PROGRAMS |
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Career Readiness Provides basic skills instruction and GED preparation, enrichment activities, career exploration, case management and job placement assistance for high school dropouts. |
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Drop-In Services Provides assistance in finding job openings, writing resumes, completing job application and practicing interview skills for youth. |
Students participate in United Way Day of Caring |
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Youth Re-Engagement In partnership with Everett Community College and Monroe School District, provides case management, and work readiness instruction for dropout youth. |
Student volunteering at Americorp Learning Service Project at a shelter for cats. |
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2007-2008 SNOHOMISH COUNTY PROGRAMS Youth Opportunity Center hours are: Monday – Thursday 8:00 am – 6 pm and Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
The Youth Opportunity Center works in partnership with the Workforce Development Council Snohomish County, Everett Community College, Employment Security Department, Superintendent of Public Instruction State of Washington, Marysville Public Schools and Seattle Public Schools to provide a one stop service center for youth 16 to 21 years of age.
Career ReadinessFor dropout youth, ages 16 to 21, whose goal is to improve reading, writing and math skills, obtain a GED and become employed. Classes take place at CCA’s Learning Center in central Everett, and include life skills and career exploration activities. Two Certified teachers and two educational assistants lead students through a variety of lessons and activities in the learning center. Professional case managers assist students with career exploration and life skill development. Students will also receive assistance from a job developer to address employment issues and place students in short term training with local companies in order to gain job readiness skills. Youth Re-Engagement (U-3)The U-3 program is a cooperative effort between Everett Community College, Monroe Public Schools and CCA. This program provides educational opportunities with a strong connection to career development and professional technical job training to out-of-school youth, ages 16-21, who have not earned a high school diploma. Ambassadors of Student Knowledge Program (A.S.K) In partnership with Superintendent of Public Instruction State of Washington, this program works with juniors in high school from migrant families. The A.S.K. program will help students to build self-awareness, self-confidence, leadership abilities, and broaden student’s knowledge of the importance of higher education, careers, and goal setting. Marysville Public Schools In partnership with the Marysville Public Schools, CCA provides academic instruction for students living within the Marysville School District who wish to improve reading, writing, and math skills, in order to earn school credit or obtain a GED. Classes take place at CCA’s Learning Center in central Everett, and work with two certified teachers to meet their educational goal. Professional case managers assist students with career exploration and life skill development. Each student also works with a job developer and case manager to pursue employment or higher education. Seattle Public Schools This partnership allows students from districts outside of Marysville to receive services through the CCA Learning Center. Students are enrolled in the Seattle Public School system but attend classes in Everett. Classes are taught for academic improvement of skills, GED preparation, and job readiness. Professional case management and job development services are provided to students under the Seattle Public Schools program. Drop-In ServicesCCA’s Youth Opportunity Center offers job search preparation services for Snohomish County youth Monday through Thursday. Students receive assistance on preparing resumes, cover letters, mock interviews and job applications. CCA’s professional job developer creates weekly employment packets to provide clients with job leads.
All services provided free of charge to eligible applicants
CCA and WorkForce Development Council Snohomish County are equal opportunity employers and providers of education, employment and training services. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to persons with disabilities.
For information: Call (425) 252-6400 E-Mail – cwright@ccawa.org
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