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EVERY YOUNG PERSON DESERVES A PATHWAY TO SUCCESS

JAG-NM equips young people across New Mexico with the support, skills, and guidance they need to thrive in school, work, and life.

Out Of School Program
Support for Your Next Step

Free, personalized support for New Mexicans ages 16–24 who are not currently enrolled in school.

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Young adults can get help with:

  • Education + Career Goals​​

  • Job Readiness + Employment​​​

  • Industry Certifications​​​

  • Resources + Next Step Planning

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FREE INDUSTRY-RECOGNIZED CERTIFICATION TESTING

Earn a Certification at No Cost

Free certification testing is available to New Mexico youth ages 16–24, in school or out of school. Choose from 200+ YouScience certification exams across a variety of career fields.​

No full JAG-NM program enrollment required.

Schools and community organizations may also request group testing.

1

Explore

 

Browse the 200+ YouScience certification exams.

2

Sign Up

 

Complete the short interest form and select Industry Certifications Only.

3

Schedule

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JAG-NM will contact you to schedule your testing appointment.

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GET SUPPORT THAT MEETS YOU WHERE YOU'RE AT 

In school or out of school, JAG-NM helps young people overcome obstacles, build career pathways, and take their next steps toward education, training, credentials, and employment.

WHAT WE PROVIDE

JAG-NM supports young people across New Mexico through school-based programs, out-of-school services, career-connected learning, and free industry certification opportunities.

EDUCATION
SUPPORT

CAREER CONNECTED LEARNING

INDIVIDUALIZED SUPPORT

EMPLOYER CONNECTIONS

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THE JAG-NM IMPACT

JAG-NM sets measurable goals and tracks outcomes as young people move toward education, employment, and their next steps.

GOALS

IMPACT

Explore our Annual Reports for JAG-NM outcomes, program growth, and stories from across New Mexico

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Jobs for America’s Graduates – New Mexico is a statewide 501(c)(3) nonprofit and proud affiliate of the national JAG network.

We believe every young person has the talent to succeed.

Our programs are research-based and trauma-informed, helping youth overcome obstacles and become leaders in their communities.

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