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SER YouthBuild Construction Institute

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Overview

SER YouthBuild Construction Institute

Program Type: Youth workforce development and education program

Geographic Scope: Detroit, Michigan

Target Population:

  • Ages 18-24 years old

  • Detroit residents

  • Out-of-school and out-of-work youth seeking a second chance

  • Unemployed and undereducated low-income youth

    • Program Components:

  • GED or high school diploma preparation

  • Construction certificate training

  • Hands-on construction skills training by building affordable housing

  • Community service and leadership training

  • Job skills development

  • Placement support for employment, apprenticeships, or post-secondary education

    • Focus Areas:

  • Education (GED attainment)

  • Construction trades training

  • Community development (affordable housing construction)

  • Youth leadership development

    • Funding Source: U.S. Department of Labor

    Key Statistics:

  • Since 1994, over 140,000 YouthBuild students nationally have performed 48 million community service hours

  • Produced over 30,000 units of affordable housing across rural and urban communities

  • Program results show 31% increase in college enrollment, 51% increase in vocational school enrollment, 78% increase in GED attainment, 76% increase in volunteerism compared to control groups

  • YouthBuild graduates are less likely to rely on government benefits 30 months after program start

    • Contact Information:

  • Phone: (313) 945-5200

  • Email: youth@sermetro.org

  • Address: Youth Workforce Center, 9215 Michigan Ave, Detroit, MI 48210

    • Additional Notes:

  • Part of national YouthBuild USA network operating in 45 states

  • SER YouthBuild Construction Institute is part of YouthBuild International effort with 100+ programs in 21 countries

  • Graduates go on to careers, registered apprenticeships, or post-secondary education

    • How to Apply

    How to Apply

    1. Complete eligibility assessment
    - Online assessment form: https://goo.gl/forms/EwI3O5Bauj33HJB22
    - NOTE: Completion of assessment does not guarantee eligibility

    2. Contact for enrollment:
    - Phone: (313) 945-5200
    - Email: youth@sermetro.org

    3. Program requirements:
    - Regular attendance required
    - Must be willing to work toward GED or construction certificate
    - Commitment to community service and leadership training

    Required Materials:

  • Completion of online assessment

  • Proof of Detroit residency

  • Age verification (18-24)

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    Fields of Work

    youth-programsworkforce-developmenteducationaffordable-housingcommunity-development

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