Our Curriculum

Become is truly unique in its approach and impact.  Our program goes beyond the scope of basic institutional and academic guidance, encouraging young women to look inward and equipping them with the necessary tools to gain a realistic understanding of themselves and the world around them.  Through interactive experiences, participants gain greater self-awareness, self-confidence, and tangible skills that provide a foundation for successfully competing in the real world.

It’s the only program for young women that approaches the complete woman and that works from the inside-out to build a foundation for strength. View course content

Course Content

Self-Discovery
Do you have a clear picture of your values and goals? “The Real You” Self-Discovery Class empowers you to identify and articulate your unique talents, strengths and life purpose to serve as a foundation for your life and career paths. You’ll create a collage and begin developing an “I Am” Manifesto, a definition of life goals that will serve as the basis for the rest of the classes.

Wellness & Fitness
The Wellness & Fitness Class explores what life wellness means, both personally and professionally. We’ll examine how nutrition is more than just “eating right,” how our body image affects our thinking, and how to manage daily stress. We’ll also practice proper breathing and stretching techniques, and learn easy ways to build strength, flexibility, and overall health and well-being.

Communication
Are you a socializer, relater, or director? The Communication Class examines these various communication styles and helps you begin to understand how you communicate. You’ll learn the differences between aggressive, assertive and passive communication, as well as how to listen and provide feedback effectively. You’ll also take the Meyers-Briggs Personality Assessment to help you fully understand how you relate to the world and how you get your energy from the world around you.

Self-Confidence
Studies reveal the more self-confidence you have, the more likely it is you’ll live a life full of achievement, satisfaction and happiness. Learn the formula to power boost your confidence, discover your potential, and take action to create the life you’ve always wanted.

Self-Defense
The Self-Defense Class teaches essential skills from verbal assertiveness to physical strikes. Learn and practice strategies for personal safety that transform fear into action in an atmosphere of mutual respect and empowerment. Simple to learn, highly effective techniques prepare you for real life situations. Inspirational and experienced instructors teach how to live strong, assertive and fearless lives.

Finance
Financing is the “obtaining of funds or capital.” What do you do once you get it?? The Financial Management Class will prepare you for smart money management by helping you understand your values and beliefs around money, budgeting, the pitfalls of credit cards and debt, and the power of saving money. You will walk away fully understanding how the power of your own money can create more choices in your life!

Career & College Development
The Career & College Development Class helps you examine your job readiness. Class activities include mock interviews with local area hiring managers, where you’ll gain an understanding of “soft” versus “hard” skills, as well as how to put together a memorable resume. We’ll also examine the college entry process, including applying for colleges and trade schools.

Script for Life
Identify your existing self-image by examining your personal history and how it affects your belief systems. Learn how to rewrite your own “script” in order to reflect the person you want to be today and in the future. These powerful life scripts will help you create a future map for greater confidence and success. Additionally, you will gain important life skills including: communication strategies for personal relationships and ways to manage difficult life situations. You will be empowered to recognize your personal power and influence.

Personal Style
Discover and identify your distinct personal style and the clothing that compliments your unique body type. This session covers appropriate attire for business and social occasions while honoring one’s personality and lifestyle. Learn how self-image, self-expression, and self-care all play a crucial role in personal confidence and the message outward appearance sends. Experts in skin care, makeup, and hair styling will walk you through the basics of grooming and answer all your questions about beauty.

Self-Expression & Presentation Skills
Communicate with confidence, command and presence. In this dynamic class, you’ll learn how to tell your personal story and communicate who you are. Class instruction covers the use of eye contact, gestures, and other listener involvement techniques that will help create the foundation for effective communication. You will practice your communication skills in an informal, relaxed environment and experience constructive feedback and coaching on your unique communication style.

Business Etiquette & Networking
Build understanding and confidence in any business or social setting. This class examines proper ways to interact, dine, and travel while maintaining focus and confidence. During this interactive class, a formal dinner will be served with the focus on proper dining etiquette while being comfortable and expressive in a formal setting. You will be able to identify which fork goes where and what to do with your napkin when you leave, as well as how to “work a room” when in a new social or work environment!

Graduation Celebration
The Graduation Celebration is a formal gathering to commemorate the completion of the eleven-week program. You’ll have the opportunity to deliver your “I Am Manifesto” speech and put the skills you’ve learned to use. Guests who will help support you in your quest to fulfill your commitments are invited to attend this powerful celebration.