Kern Youth @ Work
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Kern Youth @ Work’s priority is to ensure at-risk students receive their Standard High School Diploma and are prepared for Kern County’s workforce. Students are referred to KCSOS Court & Community Schools for various reasons by participating agencies. Kern Youth @ Work provides year-round academic & career pathway classes, as well as, multiple industry-recognized certification opportunities. Both staff and volunteers endeavor to help young adults become self-reliant, productive community members who are effectual forward thinkers. To find out more about these programs simply click on the corresponding links in the right-hand column.