JOBSTART

Title:	JOBSTART
Description:	JOBSTART is an alternative education and training program designed to improve the economic prospects of young, disadvantaged high school dropouts by increasing educational attainment and developing occupational skills. The program has four main components: (1) basic academic skills instruction with a focus on GED (General Educational Development) preparation, (2) occupational skills training, (3) training-related support services (such as transportation assistance and childcare), and (4) job placement assistance. Participants receive at least 200 hours of basic education and 500 hours of occupational training.
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Cover Date:	March 2008
Web Release:	March 25, 2008
Publication #:	WWC IRDPJ08
Center/Program:	WWC
Type of Product:	Intervention Report
Keywords:	Career/Technical Education Completion Rates (high school) Dropout Rates (High School) Graduation Rates, High School Occupational Programs
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