Job Corps Established in 1964 by the Economic Opportunity Act Current authority: Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act of 2014 More than $1.5 billion annual appropriation Provides free career training and education to low-income young people

Job Corps More than 2.7 million young people trained and educated Approximately 60,000 new students who meet low-income criteria enrolled each year More than 100,000 young Americans receive training and post- program services annually Self-paced, open-entry/open-exit

Job Corps’ Mission To attract young adults, teach them relevant skills needed to become employable and independent, and help prepare them for success in life by securing meaningful jobs or opportunities for further education.

126 Centers Nationwide

What Job Corps Offers 1. Career Technical Training More than 100 career training programs 2.Academic Training Emphasis on high school diploma or the equivalent 3. Career Success Standards Focus on social, employability, and independent-living skills

Training For Success Career Technical Training 100-plus career training areas Advanced training in specific areas National training contractors State-of-the-art tools and technology Select career areas offer training in “green” practices

Career Pathways Advanced Manufacturing Automotive and Machine Repair Construction Finance and Business Health Care Homeland Security Hospitality Information Technology Renewable Resources and Energy Retail Sales and Services Transportation

Training For Success Educational opportunities High school diploma (partnerships with local school districts) or the equivalent Qualified instructors Technology-focused Higher-education opportunities with technical and community colleges

Training For Success Career Success Standards Professionalism Being on time Professional dress Positive social skills Accountability Commitment Multicultural awareness Appropriate online behavior

Our Students Ages 16 through 24 From an economically disadvantaged background (below the poverty level) A U.S. citizen, U.S. national, legal resident, or permanent resident alien willing to sign a Zero Tolerance contract and committed to the opportunities Job Corps provides Diverse: Job Corps takes pride in its diverse student population and welcomes all young people who qualify.

Our Students The typical Job Corps student: Has not completed high school Reads slightly below the eighth-grade level Has never had a full-time job Is 19 years old and is from an economically disadvantaged family

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National Leadership Located in Washington, D.C. Led by National Director Develops policy, procedures Financial and facilities management

Regional Leadership Six Regional Offices, each headed by a Regional Director –Boston –Philadelphia –Atlanta –Dallas –Chicago –San Francisco Provides contract and operations oversight

How Services Are Provided Center Operations –Private Contractors –U.S. Department of Agriculture Outreach and Admissions (OA) Career Transition Services (CTS)

Life On Center Job Corps provides students with: Drug- and violence-free environment (zero tolerance) Housing and dining services Basic health and wellness services Biweekly living allowance Career transition readiness Transition services, including job placement assistance

Life On Center Each center offers recreational and leisure-time opportunities for students, such as: Student Government Association Student Ambassador program Career area leadership opportunities Community service opportunities Local cultural outings Clubs Sports Movies

How Job Corps Works Career Development Services System Designed to help students achieve their career objectives Four stages of CDSS build on one another: 1.Outreach and Admissions (OA) 2.Career Preparation Period (CPP) 3.Career Development Period (CDP) 4.Career Transition Period (CTP)

How Job Corps Works Outreach and Admissions (OA) Applicants are introduced to: Academic training Career technical training (occupational offerings) Life on center Responsibilities Zero Tolerance Policy Personal Career Development Plan Post-center transition services

How Job Corps Works Career Preparation Period (CPP) First 60 days on center Introduction to center rules and safety Aptitude tests and shadowing to determine academic and career technical training Introduction to health and wellness Employability and job search skills Begin Personal Career Development Plan

How Job Corps Works Career Development Period (CDP) High school diploma or the equivalent Career technical training Work-based learning Employability and social skills Independent-living skills Job search skills Community service activities Leadership opportunities Update Personal Career Development Plan Career Transition Readiness

Job Corps Works Placement Rate75.1% Employment 60.2% Education 14.9% Source: MPO35 (7/1/12—3/31/13) Placement Education Employment PY 2012 YTD (7/1/2012—3/31/2013)

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