Our Program
We also offer personalized advising to ensure students get the support they need to succeed in life after high school.
Part One: A New Career Exploration ExperiencE
The first phase of BridgeYear’s Programming is our Career Test Drive® fairs.
These fairs are mobile, hands-on labs that allow students to “try on” different careers. During a Career Test Drive® fair, students engage in multiple realistic career simulations that introduce them to accessible jobs, help them determine their personal “fit,” and outline possible postsecondary pathways to achieve that career.
Career Test Drive® Modules
Our Career Test Drive® fairs currently feature 12 skilled trade careers with plans to add more soon. These modules include professions in construction (e.g., electrician and plumber), healthcare (e.g., laboratory technician and phlebotomist), and technology (e.g., network technician and coder).
Part Two: A Personalized Advising Experience
The second phase of BridgeYear’s Programming is our student advising experience.
If a student expresses interest in pursuing a Career Test Drive® profession as a career path, BridgeYear offers personalized advising to ensure they stay on the right track. Our advisers guarantee students the resources, support and encouragement they need to follow through on their desired pathway.
Student Advising
After Career Test Drive® fairs, BridgeYear keeps working with students through advising. Utilizing a combination of text-messaging and in-person meetings, our students get the advice, information and encouragement they need to pursue their postsecondary goals. Students receive support for up to six months after high school graduation to ensure they are well supported during their time of transition.
