• All program trainees earn a stipend.
• Graduates receive job placement assistance.
• All programs are five days a week.
• All trainees must qualify as low-income residents of Lake County.

YouthBuild Program: A nine-month program for 16-24 year olds. Trainees have the opportunity to earn their GED and gain computer skills while learning construction skills by building affordable housing for low-income families. This program provides leadership, counseling services and job readiness training and placement.

Program Start Date: August 11, 2008

Advanced Carpentry Program: A four-month program for 16-24 year olds. Trainees enroll in college carpentry courses at the College of Lake County. They learn hands-on by building affordable homes for low-income families. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED.

Program Start Date: Temporarily discontinued due to lack of funding.

Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning Program: Nine-month program is for 18-21 year olds. Trainees attend the College of Lake County and earn three Residential Heading and Air Conditioning Certificates, 30 college credits and an EPA License. A high school diploma or GED is required.

Program Start Date: Temporarily discontinued due to lack of funding.

Click here to learn how to apply to YBLC.