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Youth Services

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Eckerd Connects operates WIOA Youth Programs that are designed to educate, train and support young adults, ages 16 – 24, as they prepare to enter the workforce.  Eckerd Connects’ programs offer a variety of services that empower youth to develop the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to qualify for today’s hot jobs.

Services include:

  • Job Readiness Workshops
  • GED and High School Diploma Assistance
  • Paid Internships
  • Vocational Training
  • National Certifications
  • Supportive Services

Our program emphasizes hands-on skill development in all our academic and job training services. Eligible participants receive all of our services and support free of charge, but it requires a lot of motivation and hard work to succeed!

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Educate

The staff at Eckerd Connects believes that a strong academic foundation will increase chances for success in vocational training and in employment. Eckerd Connects offers a variety of structured learning opportunities that are customized to fit each participant’s needs.

  • Tutoring
  • GED or High School Diploma Classes
  • Basic skills refresher courses in math and reading
  • WorkKeys/WIN Prep Classes

Empower

Have you ever wondered how you can get a good job without having experience? Eckerd Connects is here to help! We offer a variety of services that you can use to build your résumé and stand out from the pack!

Assessment

Participants are matched with a Career Coach who will assess your interests, needs and skill levels throughout the program. These assessments are used to develop your customized pathway to employment.

Services

Eckerd Connects offers a variety of employment related services that will prepare you for a successful future. Our goal is to identify your needs and offer services that develop your strengths and improve your weaknesses. We want you to take advantage of the services you need to secure a job in one of our area’s leading industries!

  • Vocational Training
  • Internships
  • Mentoring
  • Job Readiness Workshops
  • Career Exploration
  • One-on-one guidance from a trained and certified Career Coach!

Earn While You Learn!

We want you to stay motivated while you work towards achieving your goals! Eckerd Connects offers an incentive program where you earn money as you achieve specific milestones in the program.

Supportive Services

We know you want to be successful, but sometimes life gets in the way. Eckerd Connects can help you overcome the barriers that are preventing you from your reaching your employment goals. We can offer:

  • Supplies for job training
  • Payment for pre-screening assessments (background checks, health screenings and urinalysis)
  • Transportation Assistance
  • Childcare Assistance
  • And more!

Employ

Eckerd Connects will provide you with the skills and resources you need to start your career. Our Career Smart workshop will expose you to the expectation’s employers have when interviewing, hiring and evaluating new employees.

Participants learn about:

  • Professional Interview Attire
  • Interviews
  • Résumé development
  • Time management
  • On the job safety

Participants who have demonstrated that they are ready for employment will work with their Career Coach to find a great job that will lead them to a brighter future!

How Do I Join?

Are you interested in joining a workforce program with Eckerd Connects? Join us for an information session and learn more about the program and discover your next steps to enrollment!

Apply Online
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