b'69Resources and PartnersPost-Secondary Workforce PathwaysWhile this publication is designed for high school students who are pursuing college admission, it is importantto remember that there are many other pathways to achieve economic mobility and a successful career. Your future is powered by your achievements and it is possible to reach your potential without a college degree. If you choose not to pursue college, here are some post-secondary credentials that might interest you. Program Student Profile Program SummaryHeights EarlyRecent high school graduates who are not matriculating Young adults participate in professional development training, receive career Career Learnersto a 4-year college/university, ages 18 through 21. coaching, get assistance with developing a personal career plan, and receiveheights.org/our-help with navigating application processes for their chosen career/training pathway. programs/career/ All participants receive access to ongoing career coaching and professionaldevelopment for up to 2 years.Per ScholasHigh school graduates that meet income eligibility andOffers four certificate-based training opportunities for direct employment.perscholas.org/ are US residents. Applicants must pass an assessment Programs range from opportunities for certifications within cybersecurity,courses/?location_taxand interview process. teksystems, CompTIA A+, and Java script. =philadelphia#mainLaunch Code High school graduates that are available 15 to 20 hours Provides free training in technology careers and job placement assistancewww.launchcode.org/ a week for coursework. Must have access to a computer through an apprenticeship model. Programs are offered in-person or virtually, and get-started and reliable internet. include Web Development (Java or C#), Data Analysis, SQL Server & Databases, Product Management, and Salesforce. Urban TechnologyHigh school graduates that are 18 and over. RequiresThrough collaboration with the School District of Philadelphia and Communities in Projectone year of technology certification or experience.Schools offers three pre-apprenticeship programs, including Digital Service Learning utp-philly.org AmeriCorps and CSS programs offer stipends overin partnership with AmeriCorps, Computer Support Specialist (CSS) Program in $20,000/year. partnership with Launch Philadelphia, and a Software Developers Apprenticeship. WPSIYou must be unemployed, live in Philadelphia, andThe West Philadelphia Skills Initiative (WPSI) designs and runs programsphiladelphia skills.org/ have a high school diploma or GED. Certain programswhich connect you to the tools and supports needed to build a career in the jobs/ require that you be a resident of West Philadelphia.medical field. Tech ImpactHigh school graduates ages 18 through 26 availableIT Works provides 11 weeks of basic computer skills training, covering hardware techimpact.org/ for a 16-week Monday through Friday commitment and troubleshooting, through certification in CompTIA A+. It culminates with athat have an interest in technology careers.five-week internship and job placement assistance. RebuildPhiladelphia residents ages 18 and older with a validThe Rebuild training program offers access to skilled trades programs for women www.phila.gov/drivers license and COVID-19 vaccination. Applicantsand people of color through trade union apprenticeships. The program offers programs/rebuild/ must also pass background and drug tests.apprenticeships in programs such as carpentry, steamfitting, plumbing, and more. training-programs/'