Youth Programs

Every young person deserves the education and training needed
to make it in today's world.                                                   

Under the guidance of the Youth Council and local workforce providers, young people throughout Southwest Washington have access to a variety of resources to help with education, job training, and work experience opportunities.

Our Youth Programs blend educational achievement with youth development, training activities, and employment opportunities.

Some examples of programs and specific services include the following:

• Drop-out prevention/Alternative School
• Paid and unpaid work experience
• Occupational skills training
• Leadership development opportunities
• Supportive services
• Adult mentoring
• Follow-up services
• Guidance and counseling

If you are 16-21 years old, you can look for help in the following counties:

• Clark
  ESD 112
  2500 NE 65th Avenue
  Vancouver, WA 98661
  360-750-7500
  
  
• Cowlitz
  ESD 112
  2001 Allen Street
  Kelso, WA 98626
  (360) 577-2483
  
  Longview Goodwill
  Work Opportunity Center of Cowlitz County
  1030 15th Avenue, Suite 200
  Longview, WA 98632
  (360) 425-6929
  
  
• Wahkiakum
  Longview Goodwill
  Work Opportunity Center of Cowlitz County
  1030 15th Avenue, Suite 200
  Longview, WA 98632
  (360) 425-6929