How many Job Corps centers are there?
121 Job Corps centers
There are a total of 121 Job Corps centers, including one in Washington, D.C. and three in Puerto Rico.
Do Job Corps still exist?
Job Corps is using a phased-in approach to return groups of students to its campuses and resume on-campus operations. If you are a current student and you are experiencing difficulties while living off-center, please contact your Job Corps center. Interested in becoming a Job Corps student?
What type of people go to Job Corps?
Job Corps is the largest nationwide residential career training program in the country and has been operating for more than 50 years. The program helps eligible young people ages 16 through 24 complete their high school education, trains them for meaningful careers, and assists them with obtaining employment.
How much money do you get at Job Corps?
Money: a living allowance Job Corps pays you a living allowance in cash twice a month. New and readmitted students receive arrival pay in the amount of a $25. After that, the amount of your base pay depends on the number of days you are eligible for payment. For days 1-182, you receive $25 every two weeks.
Where can I find a Job Corps center?
Job Corps provides the all-around skills needed to succeed in a career and in life for eligible young people ages 16-24. If you or someone you know is interested in joining Job Corps, call (800)733-JOBS or (800)733-5627 . Get started by entering your location. Below is a list of the Job Corps Centers closest to your location.
What can you do with a Job Corps degree?
Slightly more than 60 percent joined the workforce or enlisted in the military, while 13.5 percent of Job Corps’ graduates enrolled in education programs. CBS This Morning reported in October 2014 that some Job Corps centers have been accused of falsifying job placements and student training, as well as ignoring violence and drug abuse.
How many youths are served by Job Corps?
Job Corps serves approximately 60,000 youths annually at Job Corps Centers throughout the country. A person is eligible for Job Corps if he or she meets the following criteria:
How many different trades can a Job Corps train for?
Job Corps offers vocational training for more than 75 different trades. The typical Job Corps center will offer youths 10 or 11 trades for which to receive training.
