Vocational Skills Training is Key for Many

Some of our graduates attend college, but many are headed directly to the job market. It is thus important that we provide a comprehensive vocational training program to allow each resident to develop employable skills. HCYR has in place work programs in various departments, and vocational shops where young people can learn woodworking, mechanics, horticulture, landscaping, video or audio studio editing, and computer skills. Over time, youths can apprentice in several such work areas.  Every student is given the opportunity to work in the summer to earn personal spending money, doing landscaping, gardening, tree trimming and other outdoor tasks.