NON-TRADITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

When we look at our friends and family members, we see most people on the traditional trajectory of what society defines as "success". But, perhaps you want something different or you're forced to take a different route?  

Not all designations have the same paths...AND THAT'S OKAY!
You may get off track and have to start over...AND THAT'S OKAY!
You may need a little help and guidance...AND THAT'S OKAY!

Understand that the goal is getting to the destination, not necessarily how you got there.

No path is completely easy and they all takes guts courage to get through. But making sure you reach your destination is a tremendous reward! 
Regardless the reason, you have to have guts and courage to reach your destination.
YOUR destination is waiting on only YOU!

Arkansas Career Pathways Initiative Program for Single Parents

UA-PTC Career Pathways Initiative Program 
​To seek and increase the access of low-income custodial parents to education credentials and gain workplace skills that qualifies them for higher-paying jobs in their local areas that lead to economic self-sufficiency. ​For questions regarding the Career Pathways Initiative program, please call (501) 812-2725 or e-mail [email protected].

Mailing Address
University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College
Career Pathways Initiative Program
3000 West Scenic Drive
North Little Rock, AR 72118
Location: A Building, Room 135

Little Rock Job Corps Center

​Little Rock Job Corp is available assist in the career path of choice for young adults ages 16 to 24 years old. They have several job training programs to serve eligible applicants, such as Building Construction Technology, Basic and Advanced Plumbing, Information Technology (CISCO), CNA and Culinary Arts. As well as programs such as: Advanced Manufacturing (welding), Construction, Culinary Arts, and Transportation at our sister site CASS located in the Ozark area.

The program is administered by the Department of Labor (DOL) and is designed to assist young people who both need and can benefit from the wide range of services provided by the Job Corps program.

Job Corps trains over 60,000 young adults each year to prepare them for an evolving and ever demanding job market. We also offer the opportunity to obtain a High School Diploma, GED and Driver’s License. One of the most valuable incentives of Job Corps is that it is absolutely at NO COST to those who qualify for the program.

For more information:
Delyssa Walton, BA
Admission Counselor
Little Rock Job Corps Center
6900 Scott Hamilton
Little Rock, AR. 72209
Office (501) 618-2576
Cell (501) 258-3405
Fax (501) 618-2558
[email protected]
Arkansas National Guard's Youth ChalleNGe Program

Intervenes & reclaims the lives of 16-18 year-old youths in the state of Arkansas, producing program graduates with the values, life skills, education, and self-discipline necessary to succeed as productive citizens.

"A Choice… A Challenge… A Change - A place where young people (male and female) can better prepare for their future. We instill self-discipline, motivation, honor, respect, anger management and a multitude of other character traits. You can also earn your Arkansas High School Diploma (GED) and scholarships to attend colleges and trade schools. The choice is yours. Choose wisely."

Christopher Williams, MBA
Recruiting, Placement, & Mentoring Coordinator
office: 501.212.5506 | fax: 501.212.5519

Connect with Us @ArkansasYCP on ​Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube
www.ARYouthChallenge.com
7400 Scott Hamilton Drive • Suite 50 • Little Rock • AR 72209
www.GoodwillAR.org/Excel
GET YOUR HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA
The Excel Center is If you are an Arkansas resident age 19 or over who wants to earn your high school diploma, please contact The Excel Center. Call us at 501-372-5100 and register for one of our upcoming orientation sessions scheduled for December 11, January 8, or January 22. 
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WHAT IS THE EXCEL CENTER?
The Excel Center® at Goodwill is the first adult high school in Arkansas. It provides students ages 19 and over a second chance to earn a high school diploma. The school is tuition-free to its students, with flexible and accelerated class schedules to meet the needs of working and busy adults. The school also partners with our Trade School, so students may earn industry-recognized credentials concurrently as they earn their high school diplomas. 
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WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT?
​The Excel Center focuses on the student’s education and what comes after graduation. Relationships with life coaches and instructors; rigor in completing credits with our accelerated curriculum; facilitated coursework and extended class periods; and relevance through hands-on work experiences set our students on a positive path for a successful future.
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Scheduling​
  • Schedules are year-round with eight-week terms to help students earn their diplomas faster.
  • Full-time and part-time students accepted. 
  • Morning and afternoon class schedules are offered Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. until 4 p.m.
  • Fridays are available for extra tutoring and support.

Child Care
In the Drop In Center we provide a safe, fun, developmentally appropriate environment full of tender love and care for the children we serve. 
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Transportation
There is free transportation assistance available, if needed.
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Instructors
Highly qualified instructors facilitate learning in language arts, mathematics, social studies and science.
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Life Coaches
Every student is assigned a life coach. Life coaches help students overcome life-barriers and personal issues. Coaches keep students engaged and help navigate career or college preparation plans.