Year Up United
What year was Year Up founded?
2000
What does L&D stand for?
Learning and Development
If you expect to be late to Year Up sessions who should you contact?
Instructors and Program Manger (STS as needed or Cc in email)
What does YUU stand for?
Year Up United
How much is the stipend weekly during L&D?
$50 (paid biweekly)
Who is the founder and CEO of Year Up?
Gerald Chertavian
How long is the L&D Phase?
3 Months
Who should you contact if you want a copy of your contract?
Coach or Program Manger
What does PM stand for?
Program Manager
How many points will you lose if you are absent without notification?
Full day absence without notification: 1 unexcused day used per absence, Lose 40 points
3-5 absences with notification: 1 unexcused day used per absence, Lose 20 points
Where is Year Up national headquarters located?
Boston, MA
Who ultimately fires trainees from L&D Phase?
Participants can fire themselves from the Year Up program for any of the following reasons:
Participants can fire themselves from the Year Up United program if they continually fail to meet the expectations laid out in the contract (resulting in a loss of all points), are responsible for a serious violation of Year Up United values/policies, or are not academically or professionally ready to advance to the next phase of the program.
What are the Career-Ready Dress Expectations both virtual and in person at Year Up United?
• Virtual: Focus on waist up following the tops of the Career Ready or Business Casual Dress
• In-Person Events: Complete the outfit by following the dress expectations under Career Ready or Business Casual Dress. Make sure to pay attention the style of pants (avoid denim/sweats) and length of skirt.
What does STS stand for?
Student Services
How many absences are you allotted during L&D?
You are allotted two (2) absences used for any reason, including general health and wellness, during the Learning and Development Phase. Proper notification must be provided.
Absences may be used in half-day increments.
At the approval of the Year Up United staff, and with appropriate notice, communication, and documentation, you may be granted an “excused absence” in certain extreme circumstances.
Name 4 Year Up core values?
• Respect and value others
• Build trust; be honest
• Engage and embrace diversity
• Be accountable
• Work hard and have fun
• Strive to learn
How many points do you start with at the beginning of L&D?
Every participant starts the program with 150 points
When is the first day of the Work-Based Experience?
Monday, July 28, 2025 (Projected)
What does LC stand for?
Learning Community
How many point can you gain weekly if all expectations are met?
10 points
At Year Up United, we offer ___________, ___________. By holding you to ____________, we are giving you the respect to trust you to maintain ___________.
High Support | High Expectations
High Expectations | High Standard
At Year Up United, we offer high support, high expectations. By holding you to high expectations, we are giving you the respect to trust you to maintain high standards.
We provide high support to help you achieve the vision you have for your success as well as the support to navigate life inside and outside of the program.
Name 5 virtual norms?
Video on
Professional Attire
Arrive on time
When experiencing tech issues, please notify staff prior to the session
Make space, take space
No multi-tasking!
Keep it here
Be accountable
Be open and ask questions
Name two behaviors that are inconsistent with Year Up United's core values?
Behavior Inconsistent with the Core Values:
• Being disruptive in training sessions, particularly after the instructor has already brought the behavior to your attention
• Continuing a pattern of being late (or missing assignments, etc.) without demonstrating that you are taking steps to remedy the situation
• Yelling at or threatening a fellow trainee, staff member, or co-worker
• Making jokes at someone else’s expense, whether in front of them or behind their back
• Using language that is inappropriate for a professional workplace or that is likely to offend
• Blaming others for your mistakes, behavior, or lack of success
• Refusing to work with a classmate
What does EPIC stand for?
Empowered, Professional, In Demand, & Career Ready
If you fail to contact your Program Manager before ________, it will be considered a late without notification.
Bonus points (100): Participants will have _______ to turn in any deliverables that were due the first day they were out?
8:30 am
Bonus answer- 1 additional day