Job Corps is a government
program that helps young men and women ages 16 - 24 who face difficulties
in obtaining quality jobs. While in the Job Corps program, students receive
additional education, training for a specific job, life skills training and
other assistance to prepare them for the world of work. Most Job Corps students
live in one of the 119 Job Corps centers across the country; some live at
home while they train. In addition to education and training, students receive
room and board, health care, and a small allowance. Group living, recreational
activities and social skills training are important parts of the Job Corps
program. All of these services are provided FREE to eligible youth.
Job Corps is America's most successful employment training program. Funded
by Congress and administered by the U.S. Dept. of Labor, Job Corps has been
training youth for meaningful work since 1964. Offering over a hundred specialized
vocational programs, basic education and social skills development, Job Corps
provides young men and women the necessary skills to be competitive in today's
employment market. Job Corps directly benefits businesses by meeting the demand
for qualified and diverse employee resources. Job Corps is comprised of training
centers, regional offices and assistance agencies throughout the continental
United States, including Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico.
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Due to the popularity
of the Job Corps Program, there are numerous admissions criteria to
be eligible for Job Corps Services. Some initial criteria include: Age
16-24, and Drug Free. Please take a look at a more comprehensive list
of admissions criteria to speed to your new future through Job Corps. |
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Job Corps is a comprehensive
program that provides vocational instruction, social skills development,
and academic education. However, it takes more than professional training
to become a valued employee. That's why Job Corps conducts a disciplined
and regimented program which instills a strong work ethic, responsibility
and teamwork. Additionally, each student must formally commit to conform
with Job Corps's Zero Tolerance Policy for drugs and violence. These
stringent and verifiable standards are in place to promote good order
and ensure a quality training environment. So why hire a Job Corps student?
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The Job Corps Program
offers numerous educational and training related programs. Along with
the opportunity to receive their GED, driver's license, and life skills
training, students also have a choice of certified instruction in numerous
career training programs. Here is a list of all career paths and training
vocations offered through the Job Corps Program. |
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Most Job Corps students
live in any one the many Job Corps Centers across the United States
to receive their additional education and vocational training. From
scenic Treasure Island Job Corps in California to Blackwell Job Center
nestled in the forests of Northern Wisconsin, each center has its own
unique characteristics, supportive faculty, distinctive student body,
and intensive training programs. Spare a precious moment and take a
tour! |
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