Program Description

It is estimated that over 7 million Americans will be employed in financial services and related industries. Currently, the financial services industry employs 12% of the Delaware workforce. In addition, financial services positions such as bookkeepers, customer service representatives, payroll clerks, budget analysts, and cost accountants, are employed by almost every business, government agency, or public service institution.

Howard's Academy of Finance offers a three-year program of study for approximately 75 high school students interested in pursuing careers and post-secondary education in the financial services field. The specialized curriculum, developed with industry professionals, is taught in the classroom and practiced in the workplace. Beginning in the 10th grade, Academy students spend half of each school day taking a full range of academic courses, learning economic and business principles as well as practical skills for the workplace such as human relations, business communications, and job readiness.

Howard's Academy is affiliated with the National Academy Foundation (NAF), a non-profit organization that sustains a national network of career academies to prepare youth for personal and professional success.