{"id":3643,"date":"2024-11-06T20:47:14","date_gmt":"2024-11-07T02:47:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/neiaworkforce.org\/?page_id=3643"},"modified":"2025-12-10T15:14:54","modified_gmt":"2025-12-10T21:14:54","slug":"youth-skills-development","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/neiaworkforce.org\/lab2023\/youth-skills-development\/","title":{"rendered":"Youth Skills Development"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\t<h2>Skills Matcher<\/h2>\n<p>A free tool where you rate your levels on 40 key workplace skills. Based on the results you will be matched with career options that are a good fit.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Link: <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.careeronestop.org\/Toolkit\/Skills\/skills-matcher.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"PR\" data-uw-original-href=\"https:\/\/www.careeronestop.org\/Toolkit\/Skills\/skills-matcher.aspx\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.careeronestop.org\/Toolkit\/Skills\/skills-matcher.aspx - open in a new tab\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"\">https:\/\/www.careeronestop.org\/Toolkit\/Skills\/skills-matcher.aspx<\/a><\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Skills to Succeed Academy (Accenture)<\/h2>\n<p>Free online learning modules to help youth develop employability skills such as resume building, interview preparation, and job search techniques.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><em>Link<\/em>: <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.s2sacademy.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"PR\" data-uw-original-href=\"https:\/\/www.s2sacademy.org\/\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.s2sacademy.org\/ - open in a new tab\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"\">https:\/\/www.s2sacademy.org\/<\/a><\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Interest Assessment<\/h2>\n<p>Explore your interests by answering 30 questions. Learn about careers that might be best for you.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><em>Link: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.careeronestop.org\/Toolkit\/Careers\/interest-assessment.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"PR\" data-uw-original-href=\"https:\/\/www.careeronestop.org\/Toolkit\/Careers\/interest-assessment.aspx\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.careeronestop.org\/Toolkit\/Careers\/interest-assessment.aspx - open in a new tab\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"\">https:\/\/www.careeronestop.org\/Toolkit\/Careers\/interest-assessment.aspx<\/a><\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Work Values Matcher<\/h2>\n<p>Learn about work values and identify that ones that are most important to you.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><em>Link: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.careeronestop.org\/Toolkit\/Careers\/work-values-matcher.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"PR\" data-uw-original-href=\"https:\/\/www.careeronestop.org\/Toolkit\/Careers\/work-values-matcher.aspx\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.careeronestop.org\/Toolkit\/Careers\/work-values-matcher.aspx - open in a new tab\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"\">https:\/\/www.careeronestop.org\/Toolkit\/Careers\/work-values-matcher.aspx<\/a><\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>LearningExpress Library<\/h2>\n<p>Includes GED test prep, job and career accelerator, and tools for youth seeking education, certification, or workforce training.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><em>Link: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.learningexpresshub.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"PR\" data-uw-original-href=\"https:\/\/www.learningexpresshub.com\/\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.learningexpresshub.com\/ - open in a new tab\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"\">https:\/\/www.learningexpresshub.com\/<\/a><\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Metrix Learning<\/h2>\n<p>Offers free and low-cost online courses across a variety of topics including employability skills, certifications, and career readiness.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><em>Link<\/em>: <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.metrixlearning.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"PR\" data-uw-original-href=\"https:\/\/www.metrixlearning.com\/\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.metrixlearning.com\/ - open in a new tab\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"\">https:\/\/www.metrixlearning.com\/<\/a><\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Northstar Digital Literacy<\/h2>\n<p>A free assessment and learning tool for essential computer and digital literacy skills. It&#8217;s useful for youth who need to improve digital skills for modern careers.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><em>Link<\/em>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.digitalliteracyassessment.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"PR\" data-uw-original-href=\"https:\/\/www.digitalliteracyassessment.org\/\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.digitalliteracyassessment.org\/ - open in a new tab\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"\">https:\/\/www.digitalliteracyassessment.org\/<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Coursera\/EdX<\/h2>\n<p>Both platforms offer free courses from top universities on a variety of topics including coding, entrepreneurship, and career readiness.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><em>Link<\/em>: <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coursera.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"PR\" data-uw-original-href=\"https:\/\/www.coursera.org\/\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.coursera.org\/ - open in a new tab\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"\">https:\/\/www.coursera.org\/<\/a>\u00a0 &amp;\u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.edx.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"PR\" data-uw-original-href=\"https:\/\/www.edx.org\/\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.edx.org\/ - open in a new tab\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"\">https:\/\/www.edx.org\/<\/a><\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"><strong>Youth Workshops and Training<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Free courses on career skills, workplace skills, and personal development.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><em>Link: <a href=\"https:\/\/alison.com\/\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"PR\" data-uw-original-href=\"https:\/\/alison.com\/\">https:\/\/alison.com\/<\/a><\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Skill Trades<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The Skills Program is The Home Depot&#8217;s FREE, self-paced virtual training platform allowing you to discover career options in the Skilled Trades.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><em>Link: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pathtopro.com\/free-training\/\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"PR\" data-uw-original-href=\"https:\/\/www.pathtopro.com\/free-training\/\">https:\/\/www.pathtopro.com\/free-training\/<\/a><\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Websites like Apprenticeship.gov provide free info on trade skills and certifications.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><em> Link: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.apprenticeship.gov\/\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"PR\" data-uw-original-href=\"https:\/\/www.apprenticeship.gov\/\">https:\/\/www.apprenticeship.gov\/<\/a><\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Business and Marketing<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Free courses on marketing, sales, customer service, and business operations.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><em>Link: <a href=\"https:\/\/academy.hubspot.com\/\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"PR\" data-uw-original-href=\"https:\/\/academy.hubspot.com\/\">https:\/\/academy.hubspot.com\/<\/a><\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Creative &amp; STEAM Tools<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Tinkercad<\/strong> -A free web app for 3D design, electronics, and coding. Platform for students to explore engineering and design.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><em> Link: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tinkercad.com\/\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"PR\" data-uw-original-href=\"https:\/\/www.tinkercad.com\/\">https:\/\/www.tinkercad.com\/<\/a><\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Skillshare- <\/strong>While Skillshare is subscription-based, many free classes are available on creativity, entrepreneurship, and professional skills.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><em> Link: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skillshare.com\/en\/\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"PR\" data-uw-original-href=\"https:\/\/www.skillshare.com\/en\/\">https:\/\/www.skillshare.com\/en\/<\/a><\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Skills for Success (LinkedIn Learning Free Resources)<\/strong> &#8211;<\/p>\n<p>Access free courses on professional skills like communication, time management, and teamwork.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><em> Link: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/learning\/\">https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/learning\/<\/a><\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Skills Matcher A free tool where you rate your levels on 40 key workplace skills. 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