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Job Corps is the nation's largest FREE education and job training program for young adults.
Work-based Learning
Our work-based learning (WBL) program provides students with opportunities to link their career technical training with practical, on-the-job activities. Students participating in WBL improve their work habits and attitudes, identification of goals and aptitudes, and the motivation to complete and further their education.
Work-based Learning
Our work-based learning (WBL) program provides students with opportunities to link their career technical training with practical, on-the-job activities. Students participating in WBL improve their work habits and attitudes, identification of goals and aptitudes, and the motivation to complete and further their education.
Earle C. Clements Job Corps Center
career vocational training
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Transportation
Material Handling and Distribution Operations
Average salary: $31,000 per year
Length of training: 8-12 months
Materials handlers oversee the process of taking materials from one location to another as well as extracting and loading the materials to be transported.
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Transportation
Inland River Systems – Deckhand
Average salary: $48,000 per year
Length of training: 8-12 months
Inland River Deckhands perform physical labor aboard vessels and barges. Their day-to-day tasks can include making and breaking tow, standing watch, and cleaning the interior and exterior of vessels. Deckhands generally perform these tasks outdoors in all types of weather conditions.
Learn MoreKeep in mind that details will vary depending on your specific background, goals, and interests.
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Advanced Career Vocational Training
is also available. See details on the Connect page.
