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EDUCATIONAL COMPONENT: CAREER / TECHNICAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS OR OTHER VOCATIONAL TRAINING Description of the component. Provide a summary of the activities and services. CTE credential offerings include but are not limited to Automotive Technology, Computer Support Technology, Health Information Technology and Real Estate Technology. Through HCC, a Career Certificate may be obtained in two semesters. In an additional semester a Technical Certificate may be earned. With an additional 15-16 credit hours, an Associate of Applied Science Degree may be earned. The career and technical programs offer multiple degree and certificate options, each one training for high-wage, high-skill, and high-demand jobs. Refill Jackson Initiative offers 4-week training program which takes place at varying external sites for hands- on work experience in entry-level positions. Completion of the training program focuses on goal setting and developing the basic, necessary job skills essential to an individual’s success on the job and leading the participant to successfully obtain a National Career Readiness Certificate. Refill Jackson Initiative offers two (2) 5-month training program pathways that include earning industry recognized credentials, and on-the-job training. All participants will work for 5 hours/day, 5 days/week, and receive a stipend biweekly up to $500 dependent upon full attendance. Programs are 100 days in duration – 15 days of Educational Training, and 85 days of Work Experience. One Refill Jackson Initiative (RJI) pathway prepares members for employment in the energy, environmental, construction, and/or manufacturing industries by providing entry-level certifications, and work experience to build the skills necessary to move into these fields. Participants train with RJI and site supervisor staff to complete environmental restoration and disaster response projects. Participants will receive training and certification in basic construction skills, including completing OSHA-10, basic tool identification and safety certifications from Hinds Community College, and bacterial and chemical water quality monitoring certification from Mississippi State University Extension Services. The secondary RJI pathway prepares members for employment in the hospitality, recreation, youth development or social service sector by providing entry-level certifications, and work experience to build the skills necessary to move into these fields. Participants train with RJI staff to operate a career café for young adults, including food service, marketing, event management, and coordinating programs for young adults. Participants will also complete the ServSafe Manager certification and Mental Health First Aid certification during the educational training period. 1/29/26, 8:18 AM State Plan MS FY26 - Original Submission https://dam-fns.usda.gov/sites/default/files/microsite/snapet-msfy26stateplan//index.html 58/104