Job Corps, a free career technical training program for 16 to 24 year-olds administered by the U.S. Dept. of Labor, will hold orientation and application interviews at 11 a.m. Monday, Aug. 8, at Madison County Employment and Training, 133 N. Court St., in Wampsville.
Job Corps offers free career technical training in the following areas: auto mechanics, auto body repair, medical & business office, C.N.A., L.P.N, construction, culinary arts, security guard and more. The program includes up to two years education and training, campus housing, meals and other services.
There is no cost to eligible students. Both high school graduates and non-graduates may apply. If needed, a student can also get a New York State High School Equivalency (TASC) or high school diploma at the same time they train for a career at Job Corps.
All students must call Admissions Counselor Felicia Holland at 478-5529 to see if they are eligible for the program, to reserve their seat and to find out what documents to bring.
