HANDS ON DC

Programs

Pathways to Employment

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Structured learning experience combining hands-on work with classroom instruction for young adults.

A pathway is bordered by lush green plants on either side leading towards a cluster of trees in the background. The sky above is bright blue with scattered clouds, indicating a clear day.

Participants gain real-world skills and industry-recognized certifications for high-demand careers.

A symmetrical pathway lined with tall green trees leads towards a series of modern high-rise buildings in the background. The pathway is surrounded by well-maintained grass and has several benches along its edges. The skyline features several cranes and under-construction structures, indicating urban development.

Apprentices work with local employers, applying classroom knowledge in real job settings.

Career Development Program

A pathway through a forest bordered by tall trees on both sides. The pathway is straight and paved, with vibrant green grass on either side.

Hands-On Apprenticeship

Our program offers young adults in Washington, DC, a unique blend of hands-on work experience and classroom learning, paving the way for successful careers in high-demand industries.

A pathway winds through a lush green park with trees on either side. In the background, two tall modern skyscrapers rise against a partly cloudy blue sky. The foreground features a stone-tiled area, while a bird can be seen on the grass.

Real-World Skills

Participants engage in apprenticeships with local employers, gaining practical skills and industry-recognized certifications while continuing their education and preparing for future employment opportunities.

A pathway stretches ahead along a coastal promenade with green grass on one side and a road lined with buildings on the other. Streetlights and poles stand at intervals, and the sky is partially cloudy, casting shadows and sunlight across the scene. In the distance, a small building and distant hills are visible.

Industry-Recognized Training

Graduates leave the program equipped for full-time roles or further education, having applied their classroom knowledge in real job settings under the guidance of experienced professionals.

Career Pathways

Hands-on DC offers structured learning experiences connecting youth to high-demand career opportunities.

A pathway stretches between two lush rows of grapevines in a vineyard, extending towards the horizon under a clear blue sky with scattered clouds. The vibrant green leaves of the vines contrast with the earthy tones of the path.
A pathway is illuminated by colorful lights, including red and blue, set against a dark background. The ceiling above is reflective, showing patterns created by the lights. Lush greenery can be seen to the right, with light illuminating parts of the plants, creating contrast with the shadows.
A pathway runs through a well-maintained green area with bushes and grass, flanked by modern buildings in the background. The sky is clear and bright blue, suggesting a calm weather.
A person in business attire is holding a pen and a clipboard, walking purposefully with a focused expression. In the background, there is a gathering of people and a tent set up outdoors.