In light of current economic conditions, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Job Corps program and Cascades Job Corps Center are increasing their outreach to eligible prospective students.
“As our economy seeks to regain stability, now is an opportune time for young people to enroll in Job Corps to gain career skills and further their educations,” said Brian Daher, director of the San Francisco Region of Job Corps, which includes Cascades Job Corps Center in Sedro-Woolley, Wash. “Job Corps gives our students the competitive advantage necessary for in-demand jobs.”
Cascades Job Corps Center is one of 123 Job Corps centers across the country that provide students with academic and career technical training, room, board, and basic medical and dental services. Young adults ages 16 through 24 who meet specific income requirements can enroll in the one- to two-year program at no cost.
Job Corps students receive classroom guidance from Job Corps staff, as well as career counseling and assistance in securing and maintaining employment for up to 21 months after graduation.
Additionally, Job Corps offers Advanced Career Training options, making it possible for students to receive further training by enrolling in a vocational, technical or community college at no additional cost.
“Our center provides training in 11career areas, including clinical medical assistant, office administration and construction,” said Kathy Howell, Cascades Job Corps Center director. “We are proud of our dedicated team of highly trained instructors. They work extremely hard to ensure the success of our 340 students.”
Established in 1964, Job Corps provides training and support services to more than 100,000 young people annually at 123 centers in 48 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. Job Corps is the nation’s leading career technical training and education program for students ages 16 through 24. Job Corps is administered by the U.S. Department of Labor. Those who want to learn more about Job Corps and what it has to offer can call (800) 733-JOBS or visit Job Corps on the Web at www.recruiting.jobcorps.gov.
