Introducing SVP to Chicago & Cook County

Real Skills.
Real Opportunities.

Training the Next Generation.
Building Tomorrow’s Workforce.

SVP Workforce Career Training Center connects education, hands-on learning, and career preparation to help youth and young adults build their futures.

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A program of SVP Kids Inc. / SVP TV Network

AGES 16–30 • CAREER PREPARATION • COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS

Discover the possibilities

Four pathways. A stronger future.

Our program vision brings practical skills and creative talent together with mentoring, workforce readiness, and career connections.

01 / BUILD

Construction & Skilled Trades

Prepare for hands-on work and explore pathways into the trades.

Construction workforce preparation
Safety and tool skills
Credential preparation
Pre-apprenticeship opportunities

02 / CARE

Healthcare

Explore the skills that support a career caring for others.

CNA pathway
CPR training
Phlebotomy training
Healthcare career preparation

03 / CREATE

Media & TV Production

Learn to create, tell stories, and communicate with purpose.

Video production and editing
TV broadcasting
Digital media and social media
Communications and journalism

04 / EXPRESS

Fine Arts

Develop creative skills and discover new ways to share your talent.

Music and dance
Theater
Creative writing
Visual arts

Chicago expansion is in development. Program availability, eligibility, funding, credentials, location, and start dates will be confirmed for each offering. Contact SVP for current details.

More than a program

It’s a pathway.

Workforce readiness
Resume and interview preparation
Mentoring and career coaching
Life and professional skills
Employer connections
Career exploration

Experience to build on

Memphis roots.
Chicago vision.

Led by CEO and Founder Debbie McClennon, SVP Kids Inc. / SVP TV Network brings experience in youth education, media, and workforce preparation to its planned Chicago expansion.

Our mission is to provide educational and workforce development opportunities that empower youth, young adults, and underserved individuals to gain skills and build sustainable careers.

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Let’s build connections

There’s a place for you in SVP’s next chapter.

Interested in training? Looking to refer participants, connect employers, support our expansion, or explore a community partnership? Let’s start a conversation.

Who is the program intended to serve?

Our workforce program outreach focuses on youth and young adults ages 16–30. Eligibility and age requirements may differ by training pathway and funding source.

When will Chicago classes begin?

Contact Debbie for the latest planning updates, location information, and anticipated offerings. Dates will be shared when confirmed.

Is training offered at no cost?

SVP’s goal is tuition-free training through grants, contributions, and community partnerships. Funding, eligibility, and any credential or testing costs will be explained before enrollment.

How can my organization get involved?

Contact Debbie to discuss participant referrals, employer connections, training space, apprenticeship pathways, or sponsorship support.