NextGen FIRST

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NextGen FIRST (Family Income Resources Support Training) is a free, voluntary program that helps parents who owe child support overcome employment challenges, build job skills and work toward a more stable future.

Our Case Advisors work with you to understand your needs, develop a personalized plan and connect you with employment services, training and other resources to help you move forward.

What Can NextGen FIRST Do for You?

NextGen FIRST works with workforce partners to help you:

  • Explore job options: Get help with your job search and learn about job leads.
  • Build job skills: Find job training and classes to learn new skills.
  • Plan your next steps: Work with a job coach to set goals and make a plan.
  • Get support: Find help with needs such as housing, rides to work or driver's license issues.
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Take the First Step

See where NextGen is offered and how to get help.

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See What's Possible

Watch real stories, learn about the program and find helpful links.

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Your Path Forward

Learn what to expect and how our team can help you reach your goals.

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Let's Connect!

Have questions about NextGen FIRST or want to know if the program is right for you? Reach out to our team to learn more.

Contact the NextGen FIRST Team

Call: (804) 325-8486
Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Email: NextGen@dss.virginia.gov


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This website is supported by Grant Number 90FD0269-02-00 from the Office of Child Support Enforcement within the Administration for Children and Families, a division of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Neither the Administration for Children and Families nor any of its components operate, control, are responsible for or necessarily endorse this website (including, without limitation, its content, technical infrastructure, policies and any services or tools provided). The opinions, findings, conclusions and recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Administration for Children and Families and the Office of Child Support Enforcement.