Job Corps
High school becomes more and more complicated to complete every year for thousands of young adults. The curriculum becomes more vigorous, as well as focused. Many students have found a way to bridge the gap between academics and career through Job Corps. Students at Job Corps have an opportunity to obtain a high school diploma or GED by completing a specialized curriculum. Independent living, employability, and social skills are also taught to students that need guidance in transitioning to the workforce. Reading and math skills are also offered to students that lack basic skills. Career technical training is offered to students in various fields. Each center offers a wide range of areas to choose from. Courses in each field are hands-on. Students are taught academics in the classroom, as well as trained by doing by on the job training. The Job Corps program is federally funded. It is free to participate in the program. The student is actually paid an allowance
