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GRAND RAPIDS NEXT CAREER PATHWAYS PROGRAMS

Meet your career pathway teachers and explore the NEXT programs Grand Rapids offers!

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Career Connected Activities

Tours

Job Shadow

Internships

NEXT - Where students and businesses THRIVE together

NEXT - Where students and businesses THRIVE together

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A colorful infographic from Next Career Pathways displaying pathways from high school to career, including programs such as 2-year program, 1-year program, high school completion, apprenticeship, and workforce entry, with contact information at the bottom.