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Adult Education and Employment Training
The YMCA’s Project Connect program is an integrated education and training model designed to prepare adult learners for rewarding entry-level careers. Through guided practice and hands-on training, our students thrive in competitive job markets.
The YMCA offers an inclusive space for all learners to grow academically and professionally no matter what level they are on. Project Connect offers three unique components to participants: comprehensive employment training, career coaching, and job placement.
By addressing and removing the most common barriers for potential participants, the Y provides the opportunity for individuals to create a career pathway for themselves to provide a brighter future. For more information on any of the program opportunities below, please contact the Project Connect team at [email protected].
Application for the Career Development Program (CDP)
Additional Info:
The YMCA’s Workforce Development Program is an Indiana statewide initiative designed to expand the Y’s talent pipeline by exposing young people to careers with the YMCA. Our program provides high school students with:
– Paid career readiness training
– Valuable employability skills development
– Hands-on work experiences at YMCA locations
– Professional mentorship from YMCA staff
Program Dates (Summer 2025)
-Marion County: May 27 – July 3, 2025 (Culminating Event: July 9, 12:00-2:00 PM)
– Hendricks County: June 9 – July 18, 2025 (Culminating Event: July 23, tentative)
Training Information
Participants must complete two weeks of in-person training (9:30 AM – 4:00 PM) at one of our locations:
– Marion County: YMCA Association Office
– Hendricks County: Hendricks Regional YMCA
After training, participants will be assigned to a YMCA center for hands-on work experience.
Eligibility Requirements
– Current high school junior or senior (or rising) with a GPA of 2.0 or higher
– Reside in Indianapolis or surrounding area
– Eligible to work in the US with proper documentation
– Available a minimum of 30 hours per week (summer cohorts)
– Ability to complete the full application process, including one recommendation and an interview
Expressing interest here does not guarantee acceptance. All interested students must complete the official application by April 21, 2025 at: https://forms.office.com/r/5wSdyxeMNi
For questions, please contact: Jamie at [email protected]
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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| 4/17/25 | 7/31/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 0.00 | $ 15.00 |
Available Sessions
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05/27/25 - 07/23/25
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YMCA YES Program - CPT Certification Track
YMCA’s YES Program is a free, 8-week job readiness program designed to equip out-of-school youth ages 16-24 the skills and knowledge needed to prepare for and enter the workforce, regardless of experience or education level. This specific cohort will be providing a FREE occupational skills training and certification for Certified Pesonal Trainer (CPT). Interested applicants will be scheduled for an interview to ensure best fit for this cohort
Registration Information
Available Sessions
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04/22/25 - 06/12/25
Tu,We,Th - 10:00 am - 4 hrs
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Registration Closed on 04/16/2025 |