• 973-642-0181
  • info@uccnewark.org
  • 332 S 8th Street, Newark, NJ 07103

Rewrite your narrative

Join The YouthBuild Team

UCCYouthBuild-Emblem-WithBlueBackground (3)

Offered Programs Include:

High School Equivalency Credential, Job Skills Development, Life Skills Training, Case Management, Construction Training, Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Certified Nursing Assistant, Dental Technician, Dental Assistant

YouthBuild has been in existence for over 40 years providing employment education, leadership development and occupational skills training to opportunity youth. Program participants receive education services to obtain a high school diploma or equivalent. However, they receive so much more through a family-centered approach and additional services that work together to encourage a young person to transform themselves and their communities.

Community Service

Is what drives a YouthBuild program. It provides a sense of ownership and responsibility for youth who are actively involved in giving back. Helping to reclaim and rebuild a community one project at a time.

Alternative School

Through numeracy and literacy skill-building youth can achieve their high school diploma or its equivalent. They build on basic education skills in a supportive environment to gain assurance that they can pursue post-secondary education if desired.

Training and pre-apprenticeship

Participants learn job skills in construction and other high-demand employment sectors like healthcare and dental. They also learn employability skills such as communication and teamwork.

Leadership Development

Participants develop the skill sets and awareness to grow into community leaders. They are encouraged and empowered to play an active role in their local communities through civic engagement and finding their voice.

UCC NJBUILD Shifts Focus on Future at Program Closeout Ceremony

UCC NJBUILD Shifts Focus on Future at Program Closeout Ceremony UCC’s Youth Education and Employment Services Department hosted a powerful close-out ceremony for its NJBUILD (New Jersey Builders Utilization Initiative for Labor Diversity) program this month, marking a milestone for a cohort of skilled professionals who are now ready to take the next steps into their future career pathways. The NJBUILD program is a cornerstone of UCC’s workforce development initiatives, providing Newark

Read More »

Masquerade Magic: UCC YouthBuild Program Participants Celebrate Prom Night in Style

Masquerade Magic: UCC YouthBuild Program Participants Celebrate Prom Night in Style  Young people enrolled in UCC’s YouthBuild program showcased their elegance and flair at a Masquerade Ball-themed prom held in May at Costa del Sol in Union for an unforgettable celebration.   The prom, which was held in partnership with Leaders for Life, the educational provider for UCC YouthBuild, provided

Read More »

UCC YouthBuild AmeriCorps Utah Trip Evokes Sense of Comradery, Purpose to Give Back 

UCC YouthBuild AmeriCorps Utah Trip Evokes Sense of Comradery, Purpose to Give Back Young people enrolled in the YouthBuild AmeriCorps program at United Community Corporation recently embarked on a journey to Utah that provided them an opportunity to meet and connect with other program members across the country while placing emphasis of personal growth, community service, and teamwork.  Throughout the

Read More »

The total cost of the YouthBuild program is $1,250,000. $1,000,000 (80%) is funded through a U.S. Department of Labor – Employment and Training Administration grant. The other $250,000 (20%) is funded through State and Local resources.

Translate »
error: Content is protected !!