Services We Provide

Overview of Services:

  • Career exploration within the entertainment industry

  • 21st Century career skills training taught by credentialed educators

  • Cover letter and resume writing skills

  • Interviewing skills

  • LinkedIn profile creation and optimization

  • Executive functioning skills training (e.g., organizing, prioritizing, time management)

  • Social and communication skills development

  • Support with pursuing post-secondary options; i.e. vocational/trade school, community college

  • On campus and in-class support at College of the Canyons (COC) in partnership with COC's DSPS office

  • Paid internship placement

  • Job placement assistance

The Yes I Can (YIC) Unity Through Music & Education programs move beyond classroom instruction and offer students real‐world practical experience training/working in a community-based setting. The YIC Program provides the following services:

  • Comprehensive Functional Assessment

  • Person-Centered Service Plan with Individualized Goals

  • 21st Century Career Skills Training Provided by CTC Credentialed Educators

  • Career Exploration & Networking Opportunities with Industry Professionals

  • Direct Vocational/Rehabilitation Counseling Services Provided by CTC Credentialed Counselors

  • Industry Specific Skill Development using Evidence-based Teaching Methodologies, Maximizing Student Learning and Performance  

  • Community-based Career Exploration Through our Creative Partnerships with Entertainment Industry Companies

  • Supported Paid Internships Through our Creative Partnerships with Entertainment Industry Companies

Functional Assessment & Person-Centered Service Plan:

This comprehensive assessment identifies students’ career interests, assists in developing targeted, individualized goals, and assists in measuring students’ progress throughout the program. YIC develops customized, person-centered, assessment-based services with a focus on each student’s interests, abilities, skills, and personal goals. By collaborating with students, families and community partners, YIC provides students with real life, community-based training and working experience within the entertainment industry through a year-long training program, leading into paid internship opportunities with various companies within the entertainment industry through our creative partnerships. 

Developing Career-Ready Skills for Today's Workplace

In today's rapidly evolving job market, employers seek candidates who combine technical expertise with strong interpersonal abilities. These "21st century skills" are essential for success in the modern workplace.

Professional Training with Academic Recognition

As a YIC Program participant, you'll receive:

  • Career skills training from YIC's credentialed, Masters-level educators

  • Official enrollment with our partner, College of the Canyons (COC)

  • Access to COC's Canvas learning platform for all training materials, assignments, discussions, and assessments

Tangible Credentials That Showcase Your Achievements

Upon completing each skill module, you'll earn:

  • An official certificate from College of the Canyons

  • Digital badges for your LinkedIn profile (which you'll create during the program)

These credentials will enhance your marketability to employers, provide concrete evidence of your accomplishments, and strengthen your professional online presence.

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