Job Corps is a major training and employment program administered by the Department of Labor. Job Corps was created to address the severe employment problems faced by socially and economically disadvantaged youth throughout the United States. Job Corps was originally established by the Economic Opportunity Act of 1964. Current authorization and funding for the program is through the Workforce Investment Act. Job Corps is designed to assist young people that can benefit from the wide range of services offered. These services include educational/ career technical skill development, work experience, career counselling, basic health care, social skills training, and related developmental services. The unique combination of training and supportive services provided in a Job Corps program is intended to prepare every student to secure meaningful employment, pursue higher education/training, or satisfy entrance requirement for a career in the military.
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