Year Up Rhode Island
Address
40 Fountain Street
7th floor
Providence, RI 02903
(401) 537-2253
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.
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
Is Shelter?
No
Miscellaneous
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Date of Official Change:
March 19, 2022
Legal Status:
Non-Profit
Year Incorporated:
2005
Geographies Served
Serves All Areas
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