youth and young adult development
San Diego County Library's Career Online High School (COHS)
El Cajon Branch Library. 201 E. Douglas, El Cajon, CA 92020
Phone: (619) 588-3718.
San Diego County Library's Career Online High School (COHS) offers adults the opportunity to earn an accredited high school diploma and career certificate online.
The library's program provides a limited number of scholarships to qualified adult learners who are looking to expand their career opportunities, prepare for workforce entry, or continue their education.
To be considered for the program, applicants will successfully complete an online self-assessment and prerequisite course, followed by an in-person interview.
Once enrolled in the program, COHS pairs each student with an online academic coach, who provides the student with an individual career path, offers ongoing guidance, evaluates performance, and connects the student with the resources needed to master the courses. Students will be given up to 18 months to complete the program. Scholarships are available to offset costs.
What type of career certification will be offered? Through COHS, students may earn a certificate in the following areas:
- Childcare and Education
- Certified Protection Officer (Security Officer)
- Office Management
- Certified Transportation Services (Trucker/Commercial Driver)
- Homeland Security
- General Career Preparation
- Retail Customer Service Skills
- Food Service and Customer Service Skills
For additional information, please contact the El Cajon Library.
YMCA Youth & Family Services
Phone: (760) 994-6900
Website: www.ymca.org/yfs
CONNECTIONS 2020: Serving underserved young adults between the ages of 18 and 24 who are facing life challenges throughout San Diego county. Challenges can include: current or former foster youth, pregnant and/or parenting, homeless or low income. Tailored activities to help develop individualized plans that focus on relational, career and economic goals.
Phone: (760) 994-6900
Website: www.ymca.org/yfs
CONNECTIONS 2020: Serving underserved young adults between the ages of 18 and 24 who are facing life challenges throughout San Diego county. Challenges can include: current or former foster youth, pregnant and/or parenting, homeless or low income. Tailored activities to help develop individualized plans that focus on relational, career and economic goals.
- One on one coaching
- Relationship Wellness Classes
- Employment Classes
- Support Specialist advising
- Parenting Support
- Leadership Opportunities
- Paid internships to those who qualify.
