Workforce Solutions

Youth Workforce Connections

Educational and Employment Services for Out-of-School Youth 18 to 24 Years of Age

Person standing beside a red semi truck. The Youth Workforce Connections (YWC) program, funded by the West Kentucky Workforce Board, offers GED assistance, career guidance and training, academic counseling, and employment services to area youths between the ages of 18 and 24 who are economically disadvantaged and face barriers to appropriate employment.

The YWC also facilitates training programs that prepare participants for jobs available in the region. Work experience and paid internship programs are available to assist youths in obtaining high-wage and high-demand careers. Throughout the process, these youths are closely monitored, with the YWC office serving as a resource to both the youth and the employer.

Participants who complete the program can earn nationally recognized certifications to have in addition to their work experience.

YWC services the following counties in Kentucky: Caldwell, Christian, Crittenden, Hopkins, Muhlenberg, Todd, & Trigg.

These services are available free of charge. Interested youths and area businesses are encouraged to contact our staff to learn more about how they can benefit from the program.