Enrollment for the next sessions of the New Jersey Youth Corps and Higher Opportunities for Women (HOW) programs at Project Self-Sufficiency is underway. 

In-person education and training are planned, but both programs are poised to resume virtual status if warranted by the ongoing public health crisis.

“After months of operating remotely, Project Self-Sufficiency staff is delighted to return to campus and resume in-person education, training and support of our participants,” noted Project Self-Sufficiency Executive Director Deborah Berry-Toon.  “The public health crisis strengthened our resolve to support families in need and we are looking forward to an exciting summer and fall.”

The 16-week Youth Corps program, open to Warren and Sussex County residents, launches Tuesday, Sept. 8, at Project Self-Sufficiency in Newton.  The New Jersey Youth Corps gives those who have not completed high school the opportunity to boost their literacy skills, prepare for the high school equivalency exam, obtain on-the-job work experience, and transition into a career, college or the military. 

Interested participants are invited to attend an open house at Project Self-Sufficiency to learn more about the New Jersey Youth Corps and to complete an application.  Open houses will be held on Thursdays at 2 and 6 p.m., July 23 & 30, Aug. 6, 13, 20, 27, and Sept. 3.

The fall session of HOW (Higher Opportunities for Women) will launch in August and will combine intensive computer skills training with classroom instruction to prepare women who have been out of the work force or underemployed to seek entry-level office administrative positions.   Women who take part in the agency’s HOW program can expect instruction in Microsoft Word, Excel, and other applications.  Coursework also features workplace navigation, life skills training, resume preparation, and interviewing strategies. 

Those who are interested in learning more about the New Jersey Youth Corps or HOW program at Project Self-Sufficiency are encouraged to call 973-940-3500 or 844-807-3500.  To register, or to find out more about other programs and services offered by Project Self-Sufficiency, visit www.projectselfsufficiency.org.