Job Corps: Career and Educational Training Facility for Youth
Job Corps is a career and educational training program for youth aged 16-24, established in 1964 by the U.S. Department of Labor. With 117 centers in the U.S., it offers tuition-free programs in various career fields, providing housing, meals, healthcare, and hands-on training for students. Graduates can transition to workforce, further education, or military service.
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What is Job Corps? Career and educational training facility for youth ages 16-24 Established in 1964 by U.S. Department of Labor Residential program with open entry and exit Students stay an average of 8 to 24 months A safe environment
There are 117 Job Corps centers in the United States.
Key Benefits Students can complete their high school diploma, HSE or college credits and career technical training certifications. Tuition-free to eligible young people and provides housing, meals, basic health care, a living allowance, hands-on training, and preparation for a career. Job Corps offers career transition assistance for students who graduate from the program. After completing the program, Job Corps students either enter the workforce, pursue advanced training, apprenticeship, or community college options, or enlist in the military.
Career Training Programs Job Corps provides training in high-growth industry sectors and offers more than 100 career training programs. All programs are hands-on, allowing students to train in real work environments and earn industry-recognized credentials. Each center offers career technical training programs based on the local area s labor market information.
Career Training Programs Eight CTT Options Construction Carpentry Cement Masonry Building Construction Technology Plumbing
Career Training Programs Health Care Certified Nurse Assistant Dental Assistant Advanced Manufacturing Welding Partnered with MATC Transportation CDL Partnered with White Line CDL Training
Academics TABE All students take TABE test Enrolled in literacy and numeracy classes GED Partner with USD 383 for our HSD program Disability Coordinator
Social Development Career Counselors Weekly Counseling Groups Residential Facility Two dormitories Gym, Recreation Center, and Weight Room Evening Studies Program Computer Lab Social Skills Meetings weekly
Wellness Services Basic Medical Care including Vision and Dental Center Mental Health Consultant Drug and Alcohol Counselor All students are drug tested at enrollment and enrolled in the TEAP program if they test positive for any substance.
Career Success Standards Communication Independent living Personal growth and development Interpersonal skills Multi-cultural awareness Workplace relationships and ethics Information management Career and personal planning
Work Based Learning Our key is for students to leave the program with a job in their training field. WBL is an opportunity for students to complete internships with perspective employers DeHart Plumbing Blueville Nursery Tooth Story
Career Transition Services Transition Services Find Housing and Transportation Enhance Interviewing Skills Facilitate Job Search Partner with local employers to develop employment opportunities Follow Up Services to Ensure Successful Transition out of Job Corps Graduates Provide support for one year following graduation
Performance Indicators On Center Performance HSD/HSE TABE Gains Industry Recognized Credentials CTT Completion
Performance Indicators Off Center Performance Off Campus Performance Job Placement Average Wage Job Training Match Full Time Employment Q2/Q4 Surveys Q2 Wage
Partnering Together After a student completes their HSE, refer them to Job Corps for additional CTT training. Students who may not have been successful in your programs may be referred to ours.
Who is Eligible? Age requirement of 16-24 years old Income requirements U.S. citizen, U.S. national, legal resident, permanent resident alien or other lawfully admitted alien Signed consent from a parent or guardian if under 18 years of age No pending or outstanding legal issues No unpaid court-imposed financial obligations Any fines, community service, or classes must be completed or paid.
