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Career & College Readiness Support

Sometimes the road to a new career or education program is a long one – and that’s ok. If you are over the age of 16, Adult Education and Literacy providers throughout the state offer free help with:

  • Math and computer skills
  • Reading
  • Writing
  • Study skills
  • Time management
  • Connecting with employment and education opportunities

Get in touch with a center near you: 

Services for Youth

Part of Vermont Professionals of Color Network’s mission is to build capacity for youth (16-22) of color to access educational and experiential opportunities, menteeship, college and early career opportunities.

Get in touch here!

Trailblazers

A pre-apprenticeship program in the trades for women and gender non-conforming individuals. Trailblazers requires no experience, is 7 weeks long, and offers:

  • Hands-on training covering core trades skills
  • Nationally recognized certifications
  • A safe and welcoming learning environment
  • Mentorship for career planning and apprenticeship placement

Learn more about taking the next step with Trailblazers here.

Multicultural Youth Program

Tap into resources, services, and programs in the community to help continue on your dream education and life path. This program staffs a helpdesk at the Burlington, Winooski, and Essex High Schools and also has a Burlington Resource Center. Through Spectrum, you can access:

  • Youth conferences
  • A bike club & indoor soccer
  • Girls group
  • Academic support
  • Support for personal and wellness goals

Learn more here or at your high school’s help desk. 

Youth Development Program

Find your path to independence in adulthood through education, employment, and other types of support. This program pairs a Youth Development Coordinator with a student who is or has been in foster care. Together, you will:

  • Get academic and career assistance
  • Find leadership opportunities
  • Access financial resources
  • Plan for your future after exiting foster care

Learn more about Spectrum’s YDP program.

Youth Development Program

The Youth Development Program supports young people who have ever been in State custody. It provides students with one-on-one to help with living an independent life through:

  • Education and career planning
  • Referrals to other types of counseling
  • Accessing healthcare and housing supports

Learn more about the Youth Development Program here.

Earn a College Degree

Earn your Associate or Bachelor’s degree at a school designed specifically for students living with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Landmark also offers minors, concentrations, and summer programs for grade school students. 

Learn more about Landmark College here.

Bridge Experience

A one-semester program to help recent high school graduates and current college students gain academic and life skills to support their college experience. Students can expect:

  • Core classes in learning styles and writing
  • Elective classes
  • Academic advisor

Learn more about the Bridge Experience here.

College Steps

College Steps provides one-on-one support for students with social, communication, and learning challenges. The program serves three groups of students:

  • Enrolled college students
  • High school seniors interested in a college experience
  • Returning students interested in a certificate program

College steps is available through Castleton University and the Lyndon and Johnson campuses of Northern Vermont University