Career Your Way

The mission of Capital IDEA is to lift low-income working families out of poverty by providing community college education in high-paying, in-demand professional careers, leading to long-term financial independence. As the only comprehensive workforce development program of its kind in the Houston area, Capital IDEA bridges the gap between committed, yet underemployed adults and employers seeking highly skilled workers.

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In partnership with Houston Community College (HCC), Bridge Year, the Harris County Department of Education, and Fast Forward Analytics, Capital IDEA has developed a holistic support program to assess, place, support, and retain NEET (Not Employed, Education, or Enrolled in Training) Opportunity Youth in short-term, high-demand certification programs.

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To ensure the pilot’s success and streamline implementation, AG provided the following critical support:

• Project Management & Monitoring Tools: Developed tools for managing and monitoring the implementation of the program through its three delivery phases, ensuring seamless execution.
  
• Mentorship Program & Training: Designed a culturally informed mentorship program and training guide, equipping facilitators with the skills to identify and respond to trauma-related behaviors, ensuring a supportive learning environment for participants.
  
• Program Integration Plans: Created integration plans for each institutional partner to ensure coordinated and effective program delivery across all stakeholders.
  

These efforts are aimed at ensuring successful outcomes for Opportunity Youth, connecting them to essential education and certifications that lead to sustainable career pathways and long-term financial independence.