Education and Employment Department - West End Neighborhood House

“WHO ARE YOU GOING TO BE?”

The Education and Employment Department (EED) understands that not all students thrive in traditional learning environments. That’s why we offer high-quality programs for both youth and adults that lead to GED attainment, nationally recognized credentials, paid work experiences, and pathways to post-secondary education or employment.

Our free programs are designed to help Delaware residents build the skills they need to succeed—improving literacy, increasing employability, and supporting both job placement and long-term retention.

We proudly serve individuals ages 16 and older with the following services:

Adult Literacy
Out-of-School Youth Program
Adult Workforce Program
Environmental Training Program
Supportive Services:
- Case Management
- Mental Health Services
- Food Stabilization
- Tax Preparation
- WIC
- Public Assistance application

Our Approach

We offer a customer-centered approach to training and education by connecting necessary adult basic education, occupational training, career and academic advising for students to prepare for, obtain, and progress in a career. This includes counseling and supportive services to help an individual in achieving their overall goals.

Our evidence-based curriculum and techniques allow us to provide education offered concurrently within the same context as workforce preparation activities and training through a multitude of formats including instructor-led learning, eLearning, blended learning, hands-on training, coaching, and mentoring. By providing safe spaces for group discussions and activities, we are able to foster a sense of community among participants and staff and connect them to employment opportunities through a streamlined hiring process.

We offer rolling admissions on a weekly basis through an informal orientation where we learn about perspective participants while providing information concerning our program.