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TradesFutures offers the Multi-Craft Core Curriculum (MC3), a standardized, comprehensive, 120-hour minimum construction curriculum designed to help young people and adults choose and succeed in a registered apprenticeship program appropriate for...

What is Section 3?

This report describes the four-year results from the National YouthBuild Evaluation. YouthBuild is a nonresidential, community-based alternative education program for 16- to 24-year-olds that provides a mix of academics, vocational training,...

This tip sheet will equip YouthBuild grantees with a set of resources, information, and tools to recruit, select, train, and retain Construction Trainers who have the necessary construction knowledge to train and partner with YouthBuild participants.

This series of videos provides foundational information on your grant award. New grantees should watch these videos prior to attending the New Grantee Orientation (NGO).

Qualifying work sites and construction projects are key components of the YouthBuild program model. Understanding the types of work sites that are acceptable for construction training for YouthBuild participants ensures that participants receive...

This construction credential resource provides an overview of nationally- and industry-recognized construction credentials commonly used in YouthBuild programs. This resource is not intended to include every credential that meets the...

This video centers on better preparing young people for the future of work with more direct entry into the building trades. You can hear insights about how TradesFutures' Multi-Craft Core Curriculum (MC3) is working for the Georgia Building Trades...

This video is a dynamic spotlight featuring YouthBuild trainees, trainers, and partners, showcasing why women choose careers in the construction trades and the opportunities that YouthBuild offers to support their success. Designed to inspire and...

The handbook provides guidance for implementing an effective construction training component, including hands-on vocational education, work readiness skills, leadership skills, and academic learning. This handbook contains guidance on all the...