LEAP Program

We provide the following services:

• Free Certificate Training: A list of all approved technical and healthcare programs is below.
• One-on-One Case Management: All students work with a Case Manager to set goals, problem solve personal challenges, provide academic resources, and receive ongoing support.
• Intensive Job Development Services: LEAP's Job Developers assist students with creating resumes, applying for jobs, preparing for interviews and successfully transitioning into long-term employment opportunities.
• Support Classes: LEAP students participate in support classes to learn academic, computer, financial, employment readiness and general life skills.
• Work Experience Learning Opportunity (WELO) Program: Upon completion of training, students can participate in a temporary, part-time paid internship to gain hands-on experience.
• Support Services: LEAP covers many training and employment expenses including tuition, textbooks, exam fees, study materials, tools and other required course materials, interview and work attire and bus tokens.
• Mentoring Program: Students who join the mentoring program are paired with a volunteer mentor to provide additional support and participate in monthly group mentoring activities related to civic engagement and personal development.
• GED Classes: Students who need their high school diploma can enroll in GED classes through CCBC's Center for Adult & Family Literacy (CAFL). The LEAP Program partners with CAFL to assist students along their path to graduation. Once students receive their diploma, they are eligible for a LEAP Program workforce certification training.