HOPE BUILDERS BLOG
New at Hope Builders—Child Development Careers Training Program
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As you know, Hope Builders is committed to meeting the needs of local employers while bridging the gap for disconnected youth in Orange County. We’re so proud that over 95% of our graduates are placed in jobs, and of those, over 80% will retain employment for 6 months or longer.
To attract more young adults to careers, this week marks the launch of our Child Development Program, which prepares participants for the following employment opportunities:
- Early Childhood Assistant Teacher/Aide
- Child Development Assistant
- Child and Youth Program Assistant
- Para-educator
- Instructional Aide – Behavior/Special Education
As with Hope Builders’ Construction and Medical Assisting programs, the Child Development program prepares young adults for careers that offer professional advancement opportunities, starting hourly wages ranging from $18-$22 and benefits. In partnership with the City of Anaheim, this new program also includes a 3-month paid internship, offering trainees valuable hands-on skills training.
We look forward to updating you on the success of the young people who enroll in this program. Thank you for helping to make this all possible!