Training Academy: Workforce Basics
Want to get a job but don’t know if you have the skills to be successful? Jumpstart your future with our Training Academy!
ONGOING ENROLLMENT OR DROP-IN AVAILABLE
ADULTING 101
PEOPLE SKILLS
WORKPLACE READINESS
WORKFORCE BASICS
Workforce Basics is a hands-on, real-world experience for motivated teens and young adults, spread across 40 hours of learning, practice, and figuring things out.
It’s where we get real about adulting and learn what it takes to land and keep a job. You’ll practice how to show up, speak up, and step up at work and in life while building the core skills every first job and every future boss will expect.
Most of all, you’ll walk away with confidence and a sense of direction.
OPEN TO ALL
Workforce Basics Workshops
Tuesday Level Up Workshops - Ongoing
Join us on Tuesdays for personal development support to track your growth and make sense of what you’re learning.
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Tuesdays—5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
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Workshops Include:
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Problem Solving
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Emotional Intelligence
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Personal Finance
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Healthy Coping Skills
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Leadership
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Decision Making
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Future Ready Careers
Skill-Building Sessions - 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Session 1: Adulting 101 - October 20, 2025
Session 2: People Skills - November 3, 2025
Session 3: Workplace Readiness - November 17, 2025
One-on-one mentorship opportunites!
SKILL BUILDING SESSIONS
ADULTING 101
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Time Management
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Adaptability
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Initiative
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Problem Solving
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Emotional Intelligence
PEOPLE SKILLS
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Communication
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Active Listening
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Teamwork
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Receiving Feedback
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Giving Feedback
WORKPLACE READINESS
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Jobs and Careers
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Getting Interviewed
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Employee Success
Real-World Activities: Personal & Creative Expression
Real-World Activities: Craftsmanship & Skilled Trades
Real-World Activities: Service & Workplace Skills
Facilitator, Mentor, Advisor:
Training Academy Interest Form
The Austin17House Training Academy prepares teens and young adults for life and workplace success through hands-on skill-building, mentorship, and community support. Whether you have an hour to spare or a long-term commitment to give, there are many ways you can get involved. From sharing your expertise as a facilitator to mentoring and advising youth, your involvement will have a lasting impact on our local teens. By donating time, sharing your talent, or contributing treasure, your involvement makes a difference. You'll find a quick reference chart in the volunteer application to help you choose the role(s) that best fit your schedule and interests.
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Tours & Hours:
Tuesday 12:00 - 6:00 PM
Wednesday 12:00 - 6:00 PM
Thursday 12:00 - 6:00 PM
Friday 12:00 - 6:00 PM
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