AMP
Goodwill Columbus x AMP
A free life-changing opportunity for young adults, ages 18-24
In partnership with the Franklin County Department of Job and Family Services & the Workforce Development Board of Central Ohio, Goodwill Columbus is excited to offer free specialized assistance and coaching to young Central Ohioans looking to make a positive change in their life.
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We’re Here To Help
The purpose of AMP is to help out-of-school young adults between the ages of 18-24 enter a career pathway and attain long-term self-sufficiency prior to program completion. Eligible participants will be paired with a Goodwill Columbus AMP Coach who serve as a personal advocate. Each coach will build a personalized plan to connect the participant to support services and provide assistance in life training, learning new skills, and work experience through paid and non-paid internships, job shadowing, on-the-job training, pre-apprenticeship programs.
Qualifications:
- Young adults, ages 18-24 years old
- Reside in Franklin County
- Meet eligibility requirements
- Not currently enrolled in high school
Goodwill Columbus Developmental Disability Services
Goodwill Columbus proudly serves as a highly respected provider of day and residential services for individuals with developmental disabilities and behavioral health challenges. We have several programs designed to fit the needs of everyone we serve in unique ways.
Get Started (It’s Free!)
Connect with an AMP coach today, call or text
614-966-9283 or click to schedule directly via Calendly.
Our Career Pathways
Ready to make a change in your life? In addition to immediate employment opportunities, Goodwill Columbus offers certified training in several in-demand fields. Below are a few, but contact an AMP coach today to learn more.
IT Pathway
Career Pathway Industry Recognized Credentials/ First Job
- CompTIA A+ or Google IT Support Professional
- Facebook Social Media Marketing Professional Certification
Career Pathway Industry Recognized Credentials/ Next Best Job
- Network+, Security+, Certified Ethical Hacker
Class Format
- CompTIA A+ classes are in-person for 12 weeks/day class, 15 weeks/night class
- Google IT Support Professional, Network +, Security +, and Certified Ethical Hacker will be completed remotely and can be completed within 3 to 6 six months depending on the student’s skill set
- Facebook Social Media classes will be remote and can be completed in 4 to 5 months depending on the student’s skill set
Hospitality / Lodging / Retail Pathways
Career Pathway Industry Recognized Credentials/First Job
- Customer Service Gold, Rise Up Retail, Front Desk Attendant, Guest Room Attendant, Kitchen Cook, Food Server
Career Pathway Industry Recognized Credentials/Next Best Job
- Maintenance (supervisory role)
Class Format:
- Classes can be completed remotely in as little 1 week per credential
Healthcare Pathway
Career Pathway Industry Recognized Credential/First Job
- State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA)
Career Pathway Industry Recognized Credentials/Next Best Job
- Medical Billing and Coding (potential for remote work), Medical Front Office Administrative Assistant, Behavior Technician
Class Format
- STNA – Classes are in-person at The Reeb Avenue Center on the south side of Columbus and can be completed in 5 weeks
- Medical Billing & Coding, Medical Front Office Adm. Asst., Behavior Technician – Classes can be completed remotely in 24 weeks or less depending on the student’s skill set
About AMP
AMP is a partnership between Franklin County Job and Family Services, the Workforce Development Board of Central Ohio, and Goodwill Columbus to deliver effective case management services to provide eligible youth with hands-on, holistic services to address barriers contributing to the lack of educational and career advancement.