Based on Bill Strickland’s successful Manchester Bidwell job training program, NewBridge Center provides career training for adults and after-school arts programs for urban high school students. Its adult training programs are designed to meet the employment needs of local hospitals and other institutions and focus on jobs that offer above-average wages, benefits, and opportunities for advancement. At present, New Bridge offers two adult workforce development programs for phlebotomy technicians and pharmacy technicians, both of which provide living wage jobs at area hospitals. In keeping with Strickland’s belief that environment shapes behavior, all NewBridge classes are held in a contemporary high-tech building, filled with art and light.