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Year Up Rhode Island

40 Fountain Street
7th floor
Providence, RI 02903

(401) 537-2253

https://www.yearup.org/about-us/our-locations/rhode-island/

Description:

A one-year, intensive training program that provides urban young adults, ages 18-24, with a combination of hands-on skill development, an educational stipend, and corporate apprenticeships. During the first six months of the program, participants focus on skill mastery in Desktop Support / IT Help Desk; and the professional skills required in today's workplace such as effective communication, leadership, and teamwork. During the second six months of the program, students are placed in apprenticeships with local partner companies. A stipend is provided to all participants throughout the one-year, full-time educational program. In addition, Year Up students have an opportunity to earn up to 18 college credits through articulation agreements with NEIT and J&W University.

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Occupation Specific Job Training [Show Definition Details]
Description
A one-year, intensive training program that provides urban young adults, ages 18-24, with a combination of hands-on skill development, an educational stipend, and corporate apprenticeships. During the first six months of the program, participants focus on skill mastery in Desktop Support / IT Help Desk; and the professional skills required in today's workplace such as effective communication, leadership, and teamwork. During the second six months of the program, students are placed in apprenticeships with local partner companies. A stipend is provided to all participants throughout the one-year, full-time educational program. In addition, Year Up students have an opportunity to earn up to 18 college credits through articulation agreements with NEIT and J&W University.
Hours
Mon-Fri 8:30AM-3:30PM
Eligibility
Age 18-24, high school diploma or GED, low to moderate income and able to travel to Providence every day
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Admission is a multi-step process. Students are admitted on a rolling basis. New classes start every 6 months.
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
Rhode Island
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Training and Employment Programs [Show Definition Details]
Description
Services: A one-year, intensive training program that provides urban young adults, ages 18-24, with a combination of hands-on skill development, an educational stipend, and corporate apprenticeships. During the first six months of the program, participants focus on skill mastery in Desktop Support / IT Help Desk; and the professional skills required in today's workplace such as effective communication, leadership, and teamwork. During the second six months of the program, students are placed in apprenticeships with local partner companies. A stipend is provided to all participants throughout the one-year, full-time educational program. In addition, Year Up students have an opportunity to earn up to 18 college credits through articulation agreements with NEIT and J&W University.
Hours
Mon-Fri 8:30AM-3:30PM
Eligibility
Age 18-24, high school diploma or GED, low to moderate income, able tto travel to Providence every day
Fees
No fees
Intake Procedure
Admission is a multi-step process. Students are admitted on a rolling basis. New classes start every 6 months.
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
Rhode Island
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Vocational Centers [Show Definition Details]
Description
A one-year, intensive training program that provides urban young adults, ages 18-24, with a combination of hands-on skill development, an educational stipend, and corporate apprenticeships. During the first six months of the program, participants focus on skill mastery in Desktop Support / IT Help Desk; and the professional skills required in today's workplace such as effective communication, leadership, and teamwork. During the second six months of the program, students are placed in apprenticeships with local partner companies. A stipend is provided to all participants throughout the one-year, full-time educational program. In addition, Year Up students have an opportunity to earn up to 18 college credits through articulation agreements with NEIT and J&W University.
Hours
Mon-Fri 8:30AM-3:30PM
Eligibility
Age 18-24, high school diploma or GED, low to moderate income, and able to travel to Providence every day.
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Admission is a multi-step process. Students are admitted on a rolling basis. New classes start every 6 months.
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
Rhode Island
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Work Clothing [Show Definition Details]
Description
Dress For Success provides women with professional attire to secure employment and the confidence and knowledge that is needed to be successful.
Hours
By Appointment
Eligibility
Women entering the workforce
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Referral needed
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
Rhode Island
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Youth Employment Programs [Show Definition Details]
Description
A one-year, intensive training program that provides urban young adults, ages 18-24, with a combination of hands-on skill development, an educational stipend, and corporate apprenticeships. During the first six months of the program, participants focus on skill mastery in Desktop Support / IT Help Desk; and the professional skills required in today's workplace such as effective communication, leadership, and teamwork. During the second six months of the program, students are placed in apprenticeships with local partner companies. A stipend is provided to all participants throughout the one-year, full-time educational program. In addition, Year Up students have an opportunity to earn up to 18 college credits through articulation agreements with NEIT and J&W University.
Hours
Mon-Fri 8:30AM-3:30PM
Eligibility
Age 18-24, high school diploma or GED, low to moderate income and able to travel to Providence every day
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Admission is a multi-step process. Students are admitted on a rolling basis. New classes start every 6 months.
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
Rhode Island
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General Information

Hours:

Office: Mon-Fri 8:30AM-5:00PM; Class: Mon-Fri 8:30AM-3:30PM

Intake Process:

Admission is a multi-step process. Students are admitted on a rolling basis. New classes start every 6 months.

Program Fees:

No Fees

Eligibility:

Age 18-24, high school diploma or GED, low to moderate income, able to travel to Providence every day

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