Gain the Life and Job Skills to Start a Great Career

The MGCCC Out-of-School Youth Program is designed to help HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES, COLLEGE GRADUATES and YOUTH who may need a High School Diploma, gain Financial Literacy Skills, Job Searching Skills, Interviewing Strategy Skills, Career Guidance, Life Skills, and Paid Work Experience. Supportive services are available and paid incentives are awarded for successful completion of program requirements.

Eligibility Requirements

• 16 to 24 Years Old
• Currently Not Attending School
• Resident of Stone, Harrison, Jackson or George County

Cost

Free!

Program Benefits

• Career Guidance and Counseling
• Basic Skills Preparation
• Financial Literacy Training
• Job Readiness Preparation
• Earn Credentials
• Career Exploration in Growing Industry Sectors
• Paid Work Experience ($10/hr)
• Goal Completion Incentives
• Supportive and Follow-up Services

Certifications Available

• National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC)
• Money Smart Certificate
• High School Equivalency (HSE)

For More Information and to Make an Appointment

• Erica Johnson, WIOA Youth Project Director – erica.johnson@mgccc.edu
• Stone County: WIOA Youth Instructor – (601) 528-8486
• Harrison County: WIOA Youth Instructor – (228) 897-9203
• Jackson County: WIOA Youth Instructor – (228) 522-2560
• George County: WIOA Youth Instructor – (601) 766-6465

WIOA Youth Pre-Application Form

If you would like to begin the application process and be contacted for further assistance, submit your contact information below.