CobbWorksLevelUp: A YouthBuild Initiative
LevelUP is an innovative earn-and-learn pre-apprenticeship program designed to empower young adults with the education, industry-recognized certifications, hands-on training, and real-world experience needed to build successful careers in the skilled trades and other high-demand
Young adults ages 16-24 interested in skilled trades, seeking employment or career training, looking to earn a GED or high school diploma, and lacking prior exp · Level Up enrolls participants everyday! Program orientations are held EVERY Monday. Note: attending at least 1 Open House is REQUIRED for enrollment.
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Through comprehensive construction skills training, leadership development, community service projects, personalized career coaching, and supportive services, participants gain the tools, confidence, and experience necessary to thrive in today's workforce.
Upon successful completion, participants are positioned for apprenticeship placement, employment opportunities, or military enlistment, creating multiple pathways to long-term career success and economic mobility.
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Who Can Participate?
LevelUp is designed for young adults, ages 16-24 who are: Interested in learning skilled trades and workforce skills; Seeking employment, apprenticeship, or career training opportunities; Looking to earn a GED or high school diploma while preparing for a career; Lack prior experience in skilled trades
Where Does the Program Take Place?
Cobb Adult Education Center, 1585 Hawthorne Ave, Smyrna, GA 30080. Training and service-learning activities may also occur at employer, apprenticeship, educational, and community partner locations throughout Cobb County.
When Can I Enroll?
Level Up enrolls participants everyday! Complete an interest form or stop by one of our offices to complete an application. Program orientations are held EVERY Monday. Interested applicants are encouraged to attend an orientation to learn more about eligibility requirements and available career pathways. Note: attending at least 1 Open House is REQUIRED for enrollment.
What Does Level Up Offer?
Occupational Skills Training in construction and skilled trades; GED and High School Completion Support with additional tutoring services; Leadership Development Activities; Community Service and Service Learning Projects; Career Exploration and Professional Development; Introduction to Drone; Industry-Recognized Credentials, including NCCER Certifications, OSHA 10 Certification, and Utility Flagger Certification
Details
- Who
- Young adults ages 16-24 interested in skilled trades, seeking employment or career training, looking to earn a GED or high school diploma, and lacking prior exp
- When
- Level Up enrolls participants everyday! Program orientations are held EVERY Monday. Note: attending at least 1 Open House is REQUIRED for enrollment.
- Where
- Cobb Adult Education Center, 1585 Hawthorne Ave, Smyrna, GA 30080. Training and service-learning activities may also occur at employer, apprenticeship, educatio
- Ages
- 16-24
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