CEA is the first touch-point for many hard-to-reach members of the community. Our staff mentors engage teaching and learning tactics designed for low income and disadvantaged young adults with little or no prior exposure to the world of work. Participants learn the essential work readiness behavior and mindsets to significantly increase soft skills and resilience necessary to select, achieve and ascend in their careers. CEA partners with local training institutions, i.e., CCAC, for participants to earn Certification in trades as well as other areas within CCAC.