Participants
Participants must be between 16-24 years of age and have not completed high school. Enrollment is open to the Metropolitan North area. Participants must score a minimum of 4.0 on the TABE.
YouthBuild Just A Start is a full-time comprehensive youth development program that helps young people reclaim their education, gain job skills, and become leaders in their communities.
The program serves students aged 16 to 24, offering youth the opportunity to earn their high school credential and build employment skills in their choice of Construction or Retail. YouthBuild students are also eligible to earn stipends of up to $300 bi-weekly as they pursue their education and work experience.
YouthBuild defines students by their potential, not by their challenges, and we offer comprehensive guidance, counseling, and support services to students. Youth who complete the program transition to employment, training, and/or college, and receive intensive follow-up support for at least one year post-graduation.
YouthBuild Just A Start is a proud affiliate member of the global YouthBuild movement.
Participants must be between 16-24 years of age and have not completed high school. Enrollment is open to the Metropolitan North area. Participants must score a minimum of 4.0 on the TABE.
English
25
43 weeks
No
| Hours | Activity Type | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:00am-2:00pm | Academics (HiSET instruction and life skills) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |||
| 9:00am-2:00pm | Vocational skills and career readiness | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Participants alternate between the academic schedule and construction skills schedule on a weekly basis.
CORI check | SORI check | Immunizations/Health Records
Yes
HBI Pre-Apprenticeship Certificate Training (HBI-PACT) | OSHA 10 | Retail Industry Fundamentals (RIF) | HiSET High School Equivalency | Stackable Credential(s) | Employment/Promotion | Basic skills gain | Industry skills gain
| Participant Support Category | All participants | As needed |
|---|---|---|
| DTA SNAP Transportation Support | ✓ | |
| Test/License Fees | ✓ | |
| Books/Supplies | ✓ | |
| Clothing/Uniforms | ✓ | |
| DTA SNAP Child Care Referral | ✓ |
No
Stipend paid as a wage
Students receive a stipend through our Department of Labor grant.
430 Rindge Ave suite 202, Cambridge, MA 02140
Accessible via public transportation. Just a short walk away from the MBTA Alewife Station.
Yes
617-494-0444