YouthBuild Program
YouthBuild Program
This 6-9 month academic and construction trades program is for young people aged 17-24 who do not have a high school diploma. Program participants gain exposure to construction safety, tools, materials, techniques, and methods while earning their High School Diploma through Penn Foster. If you are interested in applying or learning more about this program, click below!
Pre-Apprentice Program
Pre-Apprentice Program
This 10-week program is for young people aged 18 or older who already have their high school diploma or equivalent, and are interested in starting a career in the construction industry. Students gain field experience on real construction sites to ensure that they are ready for employment in the field upon graduation. If you are interested in applying or want to learn more information, click below!
Member & Alumni Services
Member & Alumni Services
Once a part of YBLC, always a part of YBLC! If you are currently enrolled in a program or are a YouthBuild alumni, click below to learn more about the services YouthBuild offers to enable your success. This includes job placements, events, volunteer opportunities and much more!
Success Stories
Success Stories
YouthBuild Lake County has helped hundreds of underserved youth from Lake County since it was established. Our alumni have gone into numerous career pathways and industries equipped with the skills and experience from their time at YouthBuild. If you are interested in learning more about our alumni and their stories, click below and read their success stories today!
YouthBuild’s Success Stories
Jade
"I can’t even put into words how much YouthBuild has changed my perspective. I was in a very negative headspace in my life and attending YouthBuild gave me a sense of hope of having a future I would be happy and proud to have" - Jade, Class of 2021 Before YouthBuild, Jade was overwhelmed by the structure of her high school. “I didn’t want to resume my education there because...
Alan
"I hope my son grows up to be better than I was, and learns from who I am now, not who I was before YouthBuild. If it wasn’t for YouthBuild, I wouldn’t be where I’m at today. That’s the truth." - Alan, Class of 2017 Alan had been working for two years as a cart pusher at Menard’s and was searching for something more. He had graduated high school a...