E3- Educate, Empower, Elevate | New Directions Career Center

This program prepares women to pursue post-secondary education and secure employment with a livable wage. This program is designed to help low-to moderate- income working women in Central Ohio become “educated, empowered and elevated” to a new level of financial stability for themselves and their families. This is a college or training preparation program with curriculum/instruction that includes college and career exploration, SMART goal planning, financial wellness, financing higher education, study skills, and mentorship. Supportive Services are provided during the preparation program and for up to 12 months after. Supportive Services include: professional mentorship, case management/career counseling, employment services, financial coaching, quarterly support groups, and opportunities for networking. The goal is that women leave the program with a clear path forward on what education or training program meets their plan, how and when they will enroll and complete, and how to manage self-care and outside responsibilities to be successful in their education and career goals.

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211 Pathways

Physical Address

2760 Airport Drive, Suite 125 (b), Columbus, OH 43219

Hours

10-Week Program.

Fax

(614) 849-0142

Application process

Call or visit website for information. Must complete an application as well as individual and group orientations to be accepted for enrollment. Program is offered in spring semester and applications typically open in January.

Fee

None.

Eligibility

Women 18 years and older. Must have a high school diploma or equivalency. Must have a clear career goal that includes the need for additional education or training.

Languages

None.

Service area

Ohio United States

Agency info

New Directions Career Center

Holistic career counseling and career development programs that help women obtain the skills, information and resources needed to confidently live their own personal definitions of success through employment.