Twenty-five-year-old Lewiston resident Madison Elzea was a cashier and registrar, until she got diagnosed with a chronic pain condition. This diagnosis had Elzea adjust and make some career changes to fit her new lifestyle.
In order to make those changes a reality, Elzea approached the Idaho Department of Labor in Lewiston for extra support. The department was recommended from a friend that had a positive experience in the jumpstart program for workforce training. The youth program offers education, training and employment opportunities to out-of-school youth ages 16 to 24.
Graduate from Lewis Clark State College, Madison Elzea, stands proudly from her accomplishment.
“I pursued the youth program to go back to school, so I could be eligible for more specialized positions rather than customer service,” Elzea said.
Elzea wanted to transition into the medical field and work in an office environment rather than customer service and wasn’t sure where to start. She expressed that people who are interested in going into this field, preferably need an education.
To make that dream a reality, the department connected her to attend Lewis Clark State College to obtain her certificate in medical billing.
