BronxWorks Workforce Development is proud to offer a number of different job-readiness and training programs focused on youth, including High School-Equivalency (HSE) classes. Starting a career is difficult at a young age; BronxWorks provides these services to make the adjustment to working life seamless.
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Work, Learn, & Grow Employment Program
The Work, Learn & Grow Employment Program (WLG) is a New York City Council-funded initiative designed to build off the experiences gained in the Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP). WLG provides enrolled participants of SYEP ages 16-21 and currently in school with career readiness training and paid employment opportunities for up to twenty-five weeks (25) from October to March.
Addo K., BronxWorks EXCEL Participant
Addo K. is a 21-year-old man that lives in the Bronx with his parents in a two-bedroom apartment. Addo grew up in Ghana and attended Mercy Senior High School in Ghana where he obtained his high school diploma. When Addo and his family moved to the United States, he learned that his high school diploma from Ghana was not equivalent to a high school diploma in the United States. Addo learned about the BronxWorks program by researching HSE programs online. Addo started with the BronxWorks EXCEL program during the summer cycle of 2020.
Addo proved to be a dedicated student. He participated in the program consistently, having near-perfect attendance. With the program being virtual, Addo was the only student who consistently turned his camera on for every single class and workshop he attended. Addo was also always the first to volunteer to read or answer questions. During class Addo, took the time to assist other students who were struggling in certain subjects.
On September 21, 2020, Addo took the HSE exam and passed on his first try. Now that he has attained his HSE, Addo says he would like to attend a training program and wants to become an automotive engineer.