FOUNDATIONS FOR SUCCESS
ACADEMY

BUILDING BRIDGES AND STEPPING INTO THE FUTURE

The Foundations for Success Academy is here to provide the necessary stepping stones and tools needed for post-secondary education and employment.

SSA will offer a results-oriented 3 month 'rites of passage' transitional program that will address and guide at risk youth age 16 - 24 years old through life's transition. This program help them to discover their responsibility to build a healthy and just community.
We will also offer ESL classes, course guidance training, tutoring, job readiness, employment training/opportunities, post secondary programs, basic needs, money management skills & family formation skills.

We look forward to meeting you!

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS

Barista Training

GIFTS OF HOPE is proud to announce that we have joined Farestart as a member of their Partner Program. This opportunity will provide tools and resources for ages 16 - 24 years old.

ABOUT GIFTS OF HOPE:

We desire to serve as a regional hub offering direct assistance and service referrals for no/low families to improve the quality of their lives through financial, educational, employment, behavioral health, and socioemotional. Our goal is to connect Youth & Families to resources and opportunities that transform lives, forever.

ABOUT FARESTART:

Grow with Google helps ensure that the opportunities created by technology are available to everyone. Since launching in 2017, Grow with Google has trained more than eight million Americans on digital skills. And through a network of more than 8,700 partner organizations–including local libraries, schools, and nonprofits–more people across the country can reach their full potential.

6 week Virtual Barista Training (The Basics, Job Readiness, Customer Service and Self Empowerment) Age 16-24
You'll receive a Chromebook to participate and keep after graduation
$140 weekly stipend (2 hours a day/5 days a week- Pay every 2 weeks upon class attendance)
School Credit
Food Worker Card
Program starts mid June

GIFTS OF HOPE is proud to announce that we have joined Grow with Google as a member of their Partner Program. This opportunity will provide us with tools and resources to bring digital skills to

ABOUT GIFTS OF HOPE:

ABOUT GROW WITH GOOGLE:

Data Analytics

Data analytics is the collection, transformation, and organization of data in order to draw conclusions, make predictions, and drive informed decision making.Over 8 courses, gain in-demand skills that prepare you for an entry-level job. You’ll learn from Google employees whose foundations in data analytics served as launchpads for their own careers. At under 10 hours per week, you can complete the certificate in less than 6 months.You’ll prepare yourself for jobs that include junior or associate data analyst, database administrator, and more. Upon completion of the certificate, you can directly apply for jobs with Google and over 150 U.S. employers, including Walmart, Best Buy, Astreya.

Digital Marketing/Ecommerce

Digital marketing involves using email, social media, search engines, display advertising, and other online channels to attract customers, encourage them to make purchases, and keep them coming back. E-commerce involves using online platforms to sell products and services, which includes designing online stores, crafting product listings, conducting market research, and analyzing store performance. You'll learn popular tools and platforms, such as Canva, Constant Contact, Hootsuite, HubSpot, Mailchimp, Shopify, Twitter, Google Ads, and Google Analytics.

This certificate is endorsed by the American Association of Advertising Agencies (4A’s) and the American Advertising Federation (AAF).

Google IT Certificate

Get on the fast track to finding an in-demand job in IT, with a professional certificate from Google. Learn the foundations of networking and operating systems or how to solve problems using code.

Fast and flexible so you can learn at the pace that’s right for you, the Google IT Support Professional Certificate is the No. 1 career certificate on the online learning platform Coursera.

In both small businesses and large organizations, IT support involves troubleshooting and problem solving to help computers and networks run smoothly, while providing great customer service along the way..

For learners familiar with basic IT concepts, this advanced program builds on those foundations to take your career to the next level.