Description
A Complete, Self-Paced Journey
The Smart Transitions Online Course is an interactive, self-paced program designed to help youth ages 15–20 successfully navigate the transition to adult life and the workforce.
Developed by the Together We Can Foundation, this digital version of our acclaimed Smart Transitions Life-Work Portfolio Course makes the full experience accessible to individual learners — anywhere, anytime.
What’s Inside
Built from over 15 years of hands-on training experience, Smart Transitions Online guides learners through 98 short readings and interactive exercises designed to develop confidence, readiness, and self-awareness. Participants move at their own pace through topics including:
- Understanding the challenges and opportunities of adult life
- Building a personal mentor team and support network
- Preparing a professional résumé and digital portfolio
- Identifying your strengths, values, and “work brand”
- Learning what employers look for when hiring, retaining, and promoting
- Creating a life-work transition plan that connects goals, skills, and purpose
Each section includes real-world tasks, reflection activities, and skill-building exercises — with progress tracked through achievement badges that celebrate learning milestones.
Why It Works
- Self-paced and flexible: Designed for independent learners who want to move at their own speed.
- Proven framework: Based on 15+ years of classroom-tested success in workforce readiness training.
- Interactive and engaging: Combines short readings, exercises, and badges to keep youth motivated.
- Career-building outcomes: Participants finish with a polished résumé, personal brand, and transition plan.
