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Programs and Services SNAP Path to Work offers a variety of education and training programs and supports designed to help you prepare for, find, and succeed in your next job.
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Young adults who complete Transformational Beginnings expectations move into one of UTEC’s other social enterprise areas and attend expanded, holistic programming that includes onsite education, social justice workshops, and other experiential learning. The Woodworking social enterprise focuses on basic tool skills and equipment training related to carpentry and woodworking production.
Participants
Youth between the ages of 17 and 25 years old
Program is Offered In
English
Program Hours per Week
12.5-25 hours per week
Program Duration
50 weeks
Rolling Admission
Yes
Sample Schedule
Hours
Activity Type
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
9AM - 5PM
Skills training
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
Other Schedule Information
Participants who have already earned their high school credential work both shifts in skills training; those who are in our Education classes work 1 shift and attend Education 1 shift.
Every 5 weeks, the Friday schedule is modified so that each participant has a team review and competency assessment meeting with their support team of 4 staff members.
Program is self paced.
Program Requirements
SORI check | Have completed UTEC's Transformational Beginnings program
Program is CORI-friendly?
Yes
Anticipated outcomes
OSHA certification | Employment/Promotion | Industry skills gain
Participant Supports
Participant Support Category
All participants
As needed
DTA SNAP Child Care Referral
✓
Transportation (UTEC van rides)
✓
Test/License Fees
✓
Books/Supplies
✓
Clothing/Uniforms
✓
Are there any out of pocket expenses for the participant?
No
Do participants receive any pay?
Stipend
Other, please explain
Daily stipend is determined by level of programming
