August 31st, 2026

​Launching the Cambridge OST Apprenticeship

The Agenda for Children OST (AFCOST) has officially registered and launched the Cambridge OST Apprenticeship. Supported by a $100,000 grant from the Commonwealth’s Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development (EOLWD), this program marks a pivotal step in our commitment to strengthening the Out-of-School Time (OST) workforce. 
 
This apprenticeship is a direct response to the challenges highlighted in the City of Cambridge OST Expansion Study. Our research made it clear that workforce instability is a primary barrier to high-quality OST programming. By prioritizing full-time, benefited positions, we are moving beyond identifying these challenges and testing a scalable, long-term solution. This program transforms OST roles into sustainable, professional career pathways.

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