Workforce Program
GET PAID. GAIN CREDENTIALS. BUILD A CAREER IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION, YOUTH DEVELOPMENT, THE ARTS, AND IT.
ITAV Workforce Programs made possible through funding provided by the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) through the Illinois Youth Investment Program, offer paid apprenticeships that combine hands-on training, professional development workshops, and wraparound support services. Participants earn state- and nationally recognized credentials while preparing for career pathways in Early Childhood Education, Youth Development, the Arts and Information Technology (IT)—fields where there is a critical need for skilled and diverse professionals.
Pathways to Power Program
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Participant Requirements
Credentials & Certifications
Support Services
Information Technology (IT)
The IT Workforce Training Program helps youth gain the skills, confidence, and credentials needed to launch a career in technology. Through our partnership with Urban Tech Academy, participants earn certifications such as Cisco, Google UX, and Google AI, while also exploring related areas in tech and gaining exposure to fields like web development and entrepreneurship—preparing them for a wide range of opportunities in IT and beyond.
The Arts
During the summer, ITAV hosts youth workers in a variety of fields including camp counseling, community organizing, media marketing, & more. In addition to paid part-time work and resume-building experience, youth workers ages 16 to 24 enrolled in our program also receive wrap-around services, career readiness training, and mentorship through weekly classes and one on one opportunities with program advisors.
Professional Educator License (PEL)
ITAV PEL Program
IT Takes a Village Family of Schools offers a PEL Prep Course for teachers and aspiring educators who are preparing for the Content Test 206 Exam. Whether you’re taking the exam for the first time or have struggled to pass in the past, this course provides strategic test-taking guidance, personalized support, and confidence-building strategies to help you succeed.
This program is made possible through funding from the McCormick Foundation.
