JVS Bridges to College and Careers program (Bridges) is an intensive, 23-week, 460-hour college transition program designed to equip adult learners with the English, Math, Science needed to enter college and complete a post-secondary certificate or degree. The Bridges program offers students multiple career pathways to industry-recognized certificates in high-demand and STEM occupations.

The Bridges model of intensive academic support – which includes college-level reading, writing and math, and practical study and technology skills – is designed to help adults close learning gaps much more quickly and efficiently than traditional college developmental education classes. Bridges incorporates weekly one-on-one and group coaching support for all students. JVS also provides assistance with navigating financial Aid, College Readiness as well as Career Readiness/Placement.

Program components include: a dual-enrollment option for Adult Diploma program students nearing attainment of their high school diploma, a pre-Bridges English for Academic Success (EAS) class as well as Bridges to College pathways in General Studies ( Liberal Arts) ,Biotechnology( we have doubled the capacity for the Biotechnology pathway due to increased interest and job availability/ placements in this industry) and the newly added Substance Addiction Assistant Pathway to train students to work with individuals struggling with Substance Use Disorder(SUD). Depending on their pre-Bridges academic English and math levels, students enter the program directly into a college pathway or they first complete a cycle of English for Academic Success and begin a college pathway in the next Bridges cycle. All Bridges pathways lead students to college certificate/degree programs.

Both the Biotechnology Pathway and Substance Addiction Assistant (SAA) pathways are conducted in partnership with Quincy College.

The General Studies Pathway utilizes a partnership with Bunker Hill Community College to provide adjunct faculty to teach 2 classes:

-English 095 (Reading and writing Skills-I) so that student can place directly into ENG 111 or College level English saving the students approximately $668 for having to take this course at BHC

-HUM-120- (Humanities “Self, Culture & Society)
This course is designed to cultivate community among classmates and provide opportunities for mentorship by faculty, peers, and advisors. Students reflect on their role in creating a more just society that advances equity and values community cultural wealth. Each course section examines self, culture and society through a specific academic theme. Students choose a section based on their interests. This course meets the General Education requirement for General Education Elective.

Students earn 3 credits for this course which satisfies the pre-requisite for many degree programs at BHCC.

Please fill out this short application and take the next step toward your new career.  JVS Programs Application Form