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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.
Pinellas County Job Corps Center
career vocational training
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Construction
Electrical
Average salary: $34,000 per year
Length of training: 8-12 months
Job Corps offers a basic Electrical program and an Electrical Trainee, Pre-Apprentice program through Home Builders Institute (HBI). All training programs are hands-on and are similar in curriculum and requirements.
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Construction
Carpentry
Average salary: $35,000 per year
Length of training: 8-12 months
Job Corps offers a basic Carpentry program, a Carpentry Trainee, Apprentice program through Home Builders Institute (HBI), and a Carpentry, Pre-Apprentice program through United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America (UBCJA). All training programs are hands-on and are similar in curriculum and requirements.
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Construction
Facilities Maintenance
Average salary: $35,000 per year
Length of training: 8-12 months
Facilities maintenance workers perform routine repairs and preventive maintenance to ensure building systems operate efficiently.
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Construction
Plumbing
Average salary: $28,000 per year
Length of training: 8-12 months
A plumber is a tradesperson who specializes in installing and maintaining systems used for potable (drinking) water, sewage and drainage in plumbing systems.
Learn MoreKeep in mind that details will vary depending on your specific background, goals, and interests.
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