Earn your high school equivalency, learn English as a second language (ESL), and train for a new career through Alamo Adult Education.

Services:

• Individualized Education and Career Planning
• Academic Assessment and Support
• Support and Guidance Throughout Training
• Vouchers for Certification Exams
• Career Development and Employment Assistance

Click here for more information about this location. 

Click here for answers to frequently asked questions.

Click here to request more information.

Eligibility Requirements:

• 18 years or older when applying for the program
• Have a valid photo ID
• Have not earned an associate degree or higher
• Willing to take assessments related to barriers, academics, skills aptitude, and workplace readiness
• Committed to completing the program

The training is at no cost to the student; however, attendance is top priority to succeed and we hold students accountable for attendance.

You may also be eligible to receive additional funding support through Ready to Work if you:

• Are a San Antonio resident (Click here and enter your street address to determine if you are a resident of the City of San Antonio. If the Council District is 0, you do not live in the City of San Antonio and are not eligible for this program.)
• Have an annual household income of less than 250% of the federal poverty guidelines

Eligibility will be verified during the application process and requires supporting documentation.

New Braunfels Works is a workforce initiative to help address the issue of unemployment and underemployment in New Braunfels by working with the community and its industries.

Our goal is to lower unemployment and underemployment by giving our clients the knowledge and resources to become self-sufficient and gainfully employed.

Our mission is to increase our clients’ employability and job retention through education, community-employer networking, and case management.

New Braunfels Food Bank

• Client Development
• Resume and cover letter assistance. 
• Interview skills
• Education and character building. 
• Computer skills
• One-On-One Case Management. 
• Attentive listening with qualified case managers. 
• Personal-professional connections with clients. 
• Find best-fit employment based on your strengths, skills,
  and needs. 
• Opportunities
• Free Job Readiness Classes.
• Free mock interviews. 
• Potential job opportunities. 
• Connections with employers. 

Free.

Our One-Stop Career Centers offer job seekers employment information, career development training opportunities, life essentials support, and connections to various programs.

Program services include:

• Child Care Services
• Employer Services
• Job Seeker Services
• Veterans Services
• Vocational Rehabilitation Services
• Youth Empowerment Services (YES!)

Resources include:

• Jobs KIOSK
• Parking Lot WiFi
• Computer Access
• Career Assessment Tools

Click here or call the number below to get started.

Workforce Solutions Alamo (WSA) Youth Empowerment Services (YES!) offers no-cost services to eligible youth between the ages of 16-24 to gain the necessary education, training, and skills to enter the workforce and meet employer needs.

Services offered:

• Tutoring, study skills, training, instruction, and dropout prevention.
• Alternative secondary school services or dropout recovery services.
• Paid and Unpaid Work Experience
• Occupational Skills Training
• Education offered concurrently with workforce preparation and training for a specific occupation.
• Leadership Development Opportunities
• Support Services, Financial Support, incentives
• Mentoring
• Follow-up services
• Guidance and Counseling
• Financial Literacy Education
• Entrepreneurial (Owning a Business) Training
• Labor Market information
• Post-secondary Preparation and Transition Activities.

Steps for the YES! program:

• Eligibility Determination
• Objective Assessment
• Development of an ISS (Goal Plan)
• Program Participation
• Follow Up Services

Get started by attending an information session.

• Orientations are held Tuesdays and Thursdays at 2:00 PM.
• To join, click here or paste this link into a new browser and save it until the next session is about to start.
• For assistance, call (346) 248-7799.
• Meeting ID: 992 5144 0356
• No meeting password is required.
• (Registration on Eventbrite is encouraged but not required.)

Click here to learn more. 

The New Braunfels Community Foundation scholarship program helps local youth or adults pursue their dreams of furthering their education.

NBCF matches caring donors with deserving students who want to continue their studies at colleges, universities, trade or technical schools. The scholarship program is created for individual donors who set up specific criteria for the administration of their funds.

NBCF fields all applicants, filters those applicants based on criteria set up by the donor, and administers and monitors scholarship grants.

Click here to apply for scholarships.

Our One-Stop Career Centers offer job seekers employment information, career development training opportunities, life essentials support, and connections to various programs.

Program services include:

• Child Care Services
• Employer Services
• Job Seeker Services
• Veterans Services
• Vocational Rehabilitation Services
• Youth Empowerment Services (YES!)

Resources include:

• Jobs KIOSK
• Parking Lot WiFi
• Computer Access
• Career Assessment Tools

Click here or call the number below to get started.

Workforce Solutions Alamo (WSA) Youth Empowerment Services (YES!) offers no-cost services to eligible youth between the ages of 16-24 to gain the necessary education, training, and skills to enter the workforce and meet employer needs.

Services offered:

• Tutoring, study skills, training, instruction, and dropout prevention.
• Alternative secondary school services or dropout recovery services.
• Paid and Unpaid Work Experience.
• Occupational Skills Training.
• Education offered concurrently with workforce preparation and training for a specific occupation.
• Leadership Development Opportunities.
• Support Services, Financial Support, incentives.
• Mentoring
• Follow-up services
• Guidance and Counseling
• Financial Literacy Education
• Entrepreneurial (Owning a Business) Training.
• Labor Market information
• Post-secondary Preparation and Transition Activities.

Steps for the YES! program:

• Eligibility
• Determination
• Objective
• Assessment
• Development of an ISS (Goal Plan)
  Program
• Participation
• Follow Up Services

Get started by attending an information session.

• Orientations are held Tuesdays and Thursdays at 2:00 PM.
• To join, click here or paste this link into a new browser and save it until the next session is about to start.
• For assistance, call (346) 248-7799.
• Meeting ID: 992 5144 0356
• No meeting password is required.
• (Registration on Eventbrite is encouraged but not required.)

Click here for more information. 

Services are based on eligibility.

Companies are hiring even in the midst of all this pandemic. As Veterans and First Responders, we all have the necessary soft skills that companies are looking for to grow their teams. It is CRUCIAL for Veterans and First Responders transitioning into new careers/jobs to hone in on the transferable intangible skills.

For more information on the resources available, click here.

For information on resume resources, click here.

For information on interview skills, click here.

Boysville offers graduating seniors the opportunity to further develop their adult skills while nurturing career and educational goals. 

Each year, over 600 youth in Bexar County will age out of the foster care system without a support system to help them transition into adulthood. This age group is at-risk for homelessness, drug abuse, and incarceration. Our Supervised Independent Living Program is one of only eight programs in Texas to support young adults as they attend college or vocational school, work in the community, or enlist in the military.

Boysville’s Supervised Independent Living Program follows high school graduates as they progress from living at Boysville or in foster care to living independently by providing emotional and financial support as needed. Young adults attending college or vocational school are eligible for scholarships offered through the Boysville Foundation to help offset additional expenses. Some of the services included are book assistance, housing, college living allowances, food allowance, and case management and therapeutic programs. 

A young adult must be working at least 80 hours a month, attending high school or taking 6 hours of college courses, or be involved in a volunteer/job skills program.

The application process:

• Young adults must complete the SIL application and obtain a referral from their DFPS caseworker.
• Once the referral and application are completed, they get sent to the state office for approval.
• Young adults will be interviewed and tour of the program.
• If accepted, the young adult must accept placement within 72 hours.

For more information, contact Stephanie Williams at 210-566-3209 or via email Stephanie Williams.

No cost once admitted to program and receive scholarship for school/living expenses.

Building Brighter Communities connects people with (often FREE) training programs that will help them secure good-paying jobs in the short term while preparing them for the workplace of the future.

We also help individuals develop resumes that will stand out in the job market.

We also connect local businesses that are hiring with community members who are eager to find work.

Our One-Stop Career Centers offer job seekers employment information, career development training opportunities, life essentials support, and connections to various programs.

Program services include:

• Child Care Services
• Employer Services
• Job Seeker Services
• Veterans Services
• Youth Empowerment Services (YES!)

Resources include:

• Jobs KIOSK
• Parking Lot WiFi
• Computer Access
• Career Assessment Tools

Click here or call the number below to get started.

Workforce Solutions Alamo (WSA) Youth Empowerment Services (YES!) offers no-cost services to eligible youth between the ages of 16-24 to gain the necessary education, training, and skills to enter the workforce and meet employer needs.

Services offered:

• Tutoring, study skills, training, instruction, and dropout prevention.
• Alternative secondary school services or dropout recovery services.
• Paid and Unpaid Work Experience
• Occupational Skills Training
• Education is offered concurrently with workforce preparation and training for a specific occupation.
• Leadership Development Opportunities
• Support Services, Financial Support, incentives
• Mentoring
• Follow-up services
• Guidance and Counseling
• Financial Literacy Education
• Entrepreneurial (Owning a Business) Training
• Labor Market information
• Post-secondary Preparation and Transition Activities.

Steps for the YES! program:

• Eligibility Determination
• Objective Assessment
• Development of an ISS (Goal Plan)
• Program Participation
• Follow Up Services

Click here for more information. 

Services are based on eligibility.

Over the years we have provided food to the poor, mentorship to the young, life skill training for adults and thousands of dollars to assist with educational goals of hundreds of individuals to help them accomplish their goals to make a contribution to make a positive difference for others in their lifetime.

Today we continue to do so with the support of hundreds of dedicated financial supporters and volunteers. The Community for Life Foundation represents not only the heart of its Founders and Executive Board Members but a community of people who have come together to give a "hand up" to those who desire to live not for themselves but to serve others to make a transformational difference one person at a time locally to reach the world globally.

Click here for undergraduate and graduate scholarship opportunities.

Luminary Ministries has partnered with BFI Treasures to inspire a spirit of entrepreneurship and job training as a lot of young people are gifted with unique ideas. Many of these individuals have an interest in starting and growing a business, but due to the lack of support and guidance, they are often unaware of how and where to start. We provide entrepreneurship classes to assist with starting and growing their business.

The program includes hands-on training in the following areas: entrepreneurship, marketing, website design, inventory, finances, budgeting, business plans, and internships. Learn money basics, management, and savings using the Boss Club Curriculum.

The Boss Club Curriculum, which is taught in over 100 schools across the U.S., has helped thousands of students successfully start their own businesses.

This program is for at-risk youth and young adults, especially those aged 19 to 23.

Enhancing our members' successful transition from high school to college and beyond through ministry, guidance, and community networking.

• Scholarships
• Workshops
• Resources

Click here for more information. regarding future 2024 classes. 

Partnering with area school districts, Goodwill San Antonio offers a variety of certified training programs to high school students on school campuses. In addition to earning a high school diploma, students can train to become a Nurse’s Aide, Dental Assistant, Medical Assistant, Pharmacy Technician, Emergency Medical Technician, Diesel Mechanic, or a Welder.

This Good Careers Academy serves high school students only.

The Vine Wellness Group is a training platform for graduate and doctoral students in mental health fields who are interested in specializing in a collaborative approach to psychotherapy with individuals, couples, families, and children.

Students seek out internship experiences at The Vine Wellness Group due to the high standards, and clinical expertise of the supervisors as well as the additional LPC/LMFT/RPT clinicians and wellness professionals on site.

Requirements:

• Foundation of Theoretical Orientation
• Passion for Holistic and Collaborative Approach
• Completion of coursework in:
• Family Therapy
• Human Development
• Ethics
• Understanding and adherence to Confidentiality standards
• Passion for the development of culturally-informed clinical skills
• 12 hours per week (minimum)
• 1 evening per week (minimum)
• Ability to build skills of professionalism and positive rapport with TVWG clinicians, staff, and clients

Applications must include:

• Cover letter describing:
• Clinical goals
• Interests
• Theoretical Framework
• Current resume/CV
• 3 Professional References
• Transcripts (unofficial permitted):
• Undergraduate
• Graduate (to date)
• Program Requirements for Internship Completion from Educational Institution

Click here to apply.

Our Goodwill Good Careers Centers provide free career assistance to anyone seeking employment or a new career.

Our trained staff can help you answer the following questions:

• How do I write my resume to highlight my experience and get the attention of recruiters?
• How do I search for and apply for jobs that meet my needs?
• What careers am I interested in and how do I get started?
• What should I expect during an interview and how do I make a good first impression?
• What workplace skills do I need to be successful at my new job?
• What are the best ways to apply for government jobs?

Our staff provides one-on-one career coaching that focuses on:

• Identifying your career interests.
• Developing or updating your resume.
• Connecting to employers.
• Completing online job applications.
• Practicing interview tactics.

If you have a hearing or vision disability, we can coordinate support for you.

Click here for a downloadable informational flyer in English and Spanish.

Faith and Work explores the question: “Why am I here?” Discover God’s purpose for life and how to fulfill that purpose in daily work. Understand your unique potential to contribute in important and satisfying ways. Improve your ability to work with a team in meaningful relationships. Learn the skills to set and achieve life-long goals with confidence.

Participants will learn to:

• Explore their gifts and talents
• Create a life mission and goals
• Communicate effectively
• Relate to others interpersonally
• Overcome personal and perceived roadblocks
• And so much more!

College & Career Readiness is committed to helping all students prepare for future college and/or career opportunities. Our department works with campuses and other college-related departments to create and support a college and career ready environment. We encourage all students and parents to start planning early.

Click here to learn more. 

For academic advice, questions about CCMR or financial aid, contact your school Counselor.

Click here to Find Your School Counselor. 

Free.

Earn your high school equivalency, learn English as a second language (ESL), and train for a new career through Alamo Adult Education.

Services:

• Individualized Education and Career Planning
• Academic Assessment and Support
• Support and Guidance Throughout Training
• Vouchers for Certification Exams
• Career Development and Employment Assistance

Click here for answers to frequently asked questions.

Click here to request more information.

Click here to learn more about this location. 

Eligibility Requirements:

• 18 years or older when applying for the program
• Have a valid photo ID
• Have not earned an associate degree or higher
• Willing to take assessments related to barriers, academics, skills aptitude, and workplace readiness
• Committed to completing the program

The training is at no cost to the student; however, attendance is top priority to succeed and we hold students accountable for attendance.

You may also be eligible to receive additional funding support through Ready to Work if you:

• Are a San Antonio resident (Click here and enter your street address to determine if you are a resident of the City of San Antonio. If the Council District is 0, you do not live in the City of San Antonio and are not eligible for this program.)
• Aave an annual household income of less than 250% of the federal poverty guidelines

Eligibility will be verified during the application process and requires supporting documentation.

Have you always wanted a different career? Have you been wanting to further your education? Now is the perfect time!

Through Family Service Workforce Development you have access to GED courses, job training, and college classes. We want you to pursue the career of your dreams, and we can help.

New career opportunities can include:

• Certified Nursing Assist. (CNA)
• Community Health Worker Child Development Associate.
• Information Technology Security.
• Medical Front Office
• Medical Assistant
• Pharmacy Technician

We also connect individuals to GED and English as a Second Language (ESL) classes.

To learn how you can make a positive change and start a new, exciting career, contact our Workforce and Financial Sustainability Team, or call (210) 431-4425 to attend an information session.

Ready to Work is an educational and job placement program to help thousands of San Antonians improve their quality of life.

Your personal Ready to Work coach will help you with every step of the process, from understanding your specific situation, coaching you through career and education planning, enrolling and paying for your classes, increasing your confidence and soft skills, updating your resume, preparing you for interviews, connecting you to new job opportunities, and helping you thrive in your job.

Ready to Work will:

• Guide you through the process.
• Connect you with resources like childcare and transportation so nothing can stand in your way
• Develop a personalized career and training plan just for you.
• Enroll you in courses and work-based learning opportunities that match the right field for you.
• Cover the cost of approved courses (up to a cap.
• Prepare you for job interviews.
• Help you find and keep the job you love.

Our complete list of programs can be found here.

Our complete list of employers can be found here.

SA: Ready to Work is open to thousands of San Antonio residents who are: 

• At least 18 years old.
• Permitted to work in the US. 
• A resident of the City of San Antonio.
• Income less than 250% of federal poverty guidelines ($36,450 for an individual or $75,000 for a household of four.
• Willing to take assessments relating to barriers, academics, skills aptitude, and workplace readiness.
• Committed to finishing the program.

NOTE: Residents of municipalities within San Antonio (Balcones Heights, Leon Valley, Castle Hills, etc.) are not eligible. If you aren't sure, click here and type your street address. If the map shows your address is in District 0, you do not live within San Antonio City limits and are ineligible for this program.

To apply, visit this or another Ready to Work Partner Agency. You can also call 3-1-1 or click here to register online.

Our One-Stop Career Centers offer job seekers employment information, career development training opportunities, life essentials support, and connections to various programs.

Program services include:

• Child Care Services
• Employer Services
• Job Seeker Services
• Veterans Services
• Vocational Rehabilitation Services
• Youth Empowerment Services (YES!)

Resources include:

• Jobs KIOSK
• Parking Lot WiFi
• Computer Access
• Career Assessment Tools

Click here or call the number below to get started.

Workforce Solutions Alamo (WSA) Youth Empowerment Services (YES!) offers no-cost services to eligible youth between the ages of 16-24 to gain the necessary education, training, and skills to enter the workforce and meet employer needs.

Services offered:

• Tutoring, study skills, training, instruction, and dropout prevention.
• Alternative secondary school services or dropout recovery services.
• Paid and Unpaid Work Experience.
• Occupational Skills Training
• Education is offered concurrently with workforce preparation and training for a specific occupation.
• Leadership Development Opportunities
• Support Services, Financial Support, incentives
• Mentoring
• Follow-up services
• Guidance and Counseling
• Financial Literacy Education
• Entrepreneurial (Owning a Business) Training
• Labor Market information
• Post-secondary Preparation and Transition Activities.

Click here to learn more and apply. 

Services are based on eligibility.

CareerLaunch works with Club members aged 13-18 to assess their skills and interests for future careers. Students will explore careers, build their job search skills, and find internship, shadowing, and job opportunities.

Free.

.The Boys and Girls Clubs of San Antonio changes lives through high-quality afterschool and summer programs in a safe, affordable, and fun environment.

Afterschool Programming

BGCSA offers a weekday Afterschool Program for kids all through the school year! Our Clubhouses are open weekdays, 3:00 PM – 6:30 PM, making it an easy choice for parents. The daily schedule begins with Power Hour™, an hour dedicated to homework help and completion.

Kids then rotate through age-appropriate activities! Kids will be able to enjoy gym and playground time, sports practices, reading or math tutoring, fine arts, and more! Our preteens and teenagers have more guided activities, such as college visits, career skills building, driving simulations, and leadership and community-service-focused clubs.

BGCSA offers more support by offering transportation to Clubhouse locations. Snacks and/or meals are also provided to all kids before they head home.

Click here to learn more.

Summer Programming

Our Summer Program provides structured activities and a safe place, Monday – Friday, from 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM, during 6 weeks of summer break. Similar to our Afterschool Program, youth are engaged in age-appropriate activities focused on curbing the summer learning loss, building character, and forming healthy habits.

Additionally, kids get to attend Club-sponsored field trips to indoor swimming pools, local businesses, outdoor parks, and community attractions. Have no fear parents, kids won’t come home hungry! Healthy and balanced meals and snacks are provided throughout the day during summer programs.

Click here to learn more.

Core Programs

BGCA offers local Clubs tested, proven, and nationally recognized programs that closely align with the developmental needs of all young people. We aim to put our youth on the path to great futures!

Click here and scroll down to learn more.

BGCSA serves kids ages 6 to 18 years old.

Call for membership availability.

Transportation from KIPP Un Mundo Elementary, KIPP Camino Middle School, KIPP Camino High School, YWLA Primary, Carvajal Elementary, Tafolla Middle School, Rhodes Middle School, and Lanier High School.

Clubhouse membership is $100 for the school year and $100 for the summer.

Teen membership is $25 for the summer.

Our HISD extended day programs are on a sliding scale fee and require proof of income to verify household income levels.

Hardship scholarships are readily available; and all military youth or youth on Medicaid Amerigroup are free.

Registration fees are capped at $300 per family.

• Computer Skills Classes

Boys & Girls Clubs of San Antonio provides free membership for military youth to reduce barriers to community and confront the unique challenges facing these young people.

For 30 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of America and the U.S. Armed Services have partnered to provide support and services to military-connected youth on- and off-installation. Because military-connected youth face unique challenges, Boys & Girls Clubs of America helps them access specialized opportunities, cultivate lifelong friendships, and develop the necessary resilience to build great futures.

From rural areas, schools, and inner cities to military installations and on Native lands, a Boys & Girls Club or affiliated Youth Center can be found in all 50 states and 16 countries worldwide, doing whatever it takes to provide a safe environment to help children succeed.

Military families can begin registration by contacting Boys & Girls Clubs of San Antonio directly at the phone number or email below.

The Bexar County Military and Veterans Services Center (MVSC) is an advocate agency that provides professional and tailored services to the military and veteran communities throughout the Veteran Cycle.

Your Benefits - You Earned It!

• VA Compensation & Pension
• VA Claims Representation & Counseling
• VA Appeals Assistance
• Spouses & Dependents Benefits
• State of Texas Benefits
• Burial Benefits

Need help navigating the system? We can help in the following areas:

• Education
• Property and Home Ownership
• Employment
• County and Local Resources
• State of Texas Resources

Veterans and their families.

The Training for Job Success program is designed to support income-eligible residents as they prepare for better employment that can lead their families to self-sufficiency.

Following are some of the resources and services available through the Training for Job Success Program:

• Job readiness activities such as assistance with résumé writing, interviewing skills and job leads
• Full-tuition scholarship opportunities for Alamo Colleges Demand Occupations Training Programs
• Textbooks, supplies and uniforms required for Demand Occupations Training Programs
• One-on-One career coaching, case management services, and counseling services
• Assistance with utilities and rent
• Connection to other community resources

Individuals and families in the San Antonio/ Bexar County community who meet income criteria upon enrollment into the program.

Call 210-207-5929 to begin the application process.