Why did Golconda Job Corps close?

Golconda, IL – The U.S. Department of Labor has issued a preliminary decision to permanently close the Golconda Jobs Corps Center following behavior problems that included riots, sexual assaults and drunkenness.

Is Job Corps free?

Students can earn a high school diploma or the equivalent, and college credits. Job Corps also offers tuition-free housing, meals, basic health care, a living allowance, and career transition assistance.

Does Job Corps still exist?

The Job Corps program is currently authorized under Title I of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. Since its inception in 1964 under the Economic Opportunity Act, Job Corps has served more than 1.9 million young people.

Who is Job Corps designed for?

Job Corps is a no-cost education and vocational training program administered by the U.S. Department of Labor that helps young people ages 16-24 improve the quality of their lives by empowering them to get great jobs and become independent.

Where can I find Job Corps contact information?

You can find contact information for all Job Corps Regional Offices at https://www.doleta.gov/job_corps/, click on “Directory.” Be advised that mail service may be interrupted or delayed, therefore, using alternate methods of contacting Job Corps’ Regional Office is encouraged.

How can I become a Job Corps student?

If you are a current student and you are experiencing difficulties while living off-center, please contact your Job Corps center. Interested in becoming a Job Corps student? Get started here!

Can a linked web site be used by Job Corps?

Job Corps does not endorse, takes no responsibility for, and exercises no control over the linked organization or its views, or contents, nor does it vouch for the accuracy or accessibility of the information contained on the destination server. Job Corps also cannot authorize the use of copyrighted materials contained in linked Web sites.

What happens when you leave the Job Corps website?

You are leaving the Job Corps website. CONTINUE. Job Corps does not endorse, takes no responsibility for, and exercises no control over the linked organization or its views, or contents, nor does it vouch for the accuracy or accessibility of the information contained on the destination server.