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WOMEN’S ACADEMY

FREE ADULT EDUCATION CLASSES,
CAREER READINESS TRAINING, AND WELLNESS SERVICES!
OPPORTUNITY FOR PAID APPRENTICESHIP!

Funding provided in part by the Fulton County Board of Commissioners under the guidance of the Department of Community Development CSP Program.

PURPOSE OF PROGRAM

The Women’s Academy offers life-changing programming to women who have experienced
difficulty gaining living-wage employment due to life circumstances such as poverty, oppression,
trauma, and trafficking. The Women’s Academy offers four pathways Adult Education (GED),
Career Preparation, Career Intensive/Apprenticeship, and Wellness designed to equip and
empower women in Atlanta’s communities for success!

PATHWAYS

Wellness
Open-Enrollment, In-Person and Synchronous Virtual Offerings, Flexible Scheduling
The Wellness Pathway provides holistic coursework and services that contribute to personal
wellbeing, including group counseling (virtual option), financial literacy, nutrition, physical
activity, and workshops. Wellness offerings are available to all enrolled participants.

Adult Education
Open-Enrollment, In-Person, Part-Time or Full-Time
The Adult Education Pathway supports women who are pursuing their GED. Includes subject
matter instruction, tutoring, test preparation, and self-paced materials.

Career Preparation
Open-Enrollment, In-Person or Virtual, Flexible Scheduling
The Career Preparation Pathway provides certification in digital literacy, including basic
computer skills, internet basics, Microsoft Office, Google Documents, Social Media, and Digital
Footprint. Using the Northstar Digital Literacy platform, participants can assess their digital
literacy and pursue a self-paced plan to build skills and boost their resume.

Career Intensive + Apprenticeship
12-Week Quarterly Sessions, In-Person, Full-Time
The Career Intensive Pathway is a structured professional development program that prepares
participants with the skills and knowledge needed to apply for paid apprenticeship opportunities
with our corporate partners.

CLINICAL CASE MANAGEMENT

All accepted participants are assigned to meet regularly with a Clinical Case Manager to identify
and work toward personal and professional goals. During case management appointments, you
may receive mental health support, build skills (e.g., academic, social, financial, coping,
executive functioning), increase support, problem-solve, obtain referrals/ resources, etc. Clinical
Case Managers provide crisis intervention, as needed.

AGES SERVED

18+

LENGTH OF PROGRAM

Adult Education, Career Preparation, and Wellness Pathways offer open-enrollment, individualized programming to support women in achieving their goals.

The Career Intensive Pathway is 8-weeks, followed by 12+ weeks of paid apprenticeship.

Programming is offered from 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM Monday through Friday. Meals are provided.

REQUIREMENTS

● Female
● 18 years old or above
● Willingness to abstain from alcohol and drugs during programming
● Committed to actively engage in programming
● Medically stable
● Access to transportation or MARTA
● Social, psychological, physical, relational, and criminal history of applicant is closely considered when determining appropriateness for programming
● High School Diploma or GED (for Career Intensive only)

LOCATIONS

Career Programs

Dress for Success Atlanta

6255 Barfield Rd. #155
Atlanta, GA 30328

Adult Education Program

Hapeville First United Methodist Church

6255 Barfield Rd. #155
Atlanta, GA 30328

 

SUPPORT

Transportation assistance (gas cards, MARTA) and childcare stipends are provided on an as
needed basis. There is a clothing closet and food pantry on-site.

UPCOMING CAREER INTENSIVE SESSIONS

● Monday, June 24, 2024 – August 23, 2024
● Monday, Sept 9, 2024 – November 8, 2024

 
 
 

GET INVOLVED

CONTACT OUR OFFICE

T: 404-374-5257

Apprenticeship Partners

Program Partners