SKILLED TRADES & ATTITUTDE TRANSITIONING PROGRAM - STAT
The STAT Program is a program that provides positive alternatives and effective intervention deterrents to unproductive, destructive, illegal, and/or drug-related activities. The STAT Program offers an introduction of the skilled trades industry through the Exploring Program, along with education, training, and instruction for young people that need positive social development skills by offering training and instruction into skilled trades’ occupations, financial accountability, and positive attitude development skills. Established in cooperation with industry and community partners, this program is designed to provide theoretical and practical knowledge of the skilled trades’ profession and financial literacy, as well as developing a positive mental attitude towards self which can have a significant impact on their quality of life. The primary outcome is to promote and introduce employment and social development as a viable alternative to traditional juvenile justice or continuing in a life of poverty.
Target Population:
The STAT Program will target young people 10-24 who live in Metro Detroit and are classified as at-risk, living in an impoverished community.
Objectives:
The STAT Program aims to achieve the following objectives:
· Introduce participants to the skilled trades industry and provide them with hands-on training in a variety of skilled trade disciplines
· Teach participants valuable skills related to skilled trades
· Increase awareness of economic opportunities in the skilled trades industry
· Connect participants with apprenticeship programs and job opportunities in the skilled trades industry.
· Provide productive use of out-of-school time.
· Foster academic achievement and provide participants with the academic support needed to succeed in school.
· Provide mentorship and guidance to help participants develop their personal and professional skills.
· Provide fundamental knowledge and skills they need to make informed financial decisions.
· Teach participants how to budget, save, and invest to instill good financial habits early in life.
· Equip participants with the skills they need to make smart financial decisions to help improve their long-term financial outcomes.
· Provide the knowledge and skills participants need to navigate the financial system.
· Teach participants how to manage their money effectively to help reduce financial stress and improve overall well-being.
Program Description:
Our program will be a twelve-month program that will take place after school, on weekends, and during the Summer. It will be open to young people between the ages of 10 and 24 who live in Metro Detroit. The program will consist of three main components: classroom instruction, hands-on training, and pre-workforce development coaching.
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
RATIONALE:
In Metro Detroit, there is a significant gap in the availability of skilled trades training for young people. Many students graduate from high school without the necessary skills to enter the workforce, leading to high unemployment rates and a lack of economic opportunities. Additionally, many young people in the area have a lot of free time after school and during the summer, which often leads to unproductive activities and disengagement from their communities. To address these issues, we propose the development of a program for young people that introduces them to skilled trades, financial literacy, and provides a productive use of out-of-school time.
PROBLEM STATEMENT:
In Metro Detroit, unemployment rates for young people are higher than the national average, and many of these youth and adolescents lack the skills, education, and experience needed to secure gainful employment in the trades industry or to enter into apprenticeship programs. Additionally, many young people in the area struggle with academic achievement and lack access to productive activities outside of school. Our program aims to address both issues by providing young people with the skills, mentorship, and support needed to succeed in the trades industry and beyond.
OPPORTUNITY:
The outlook for skilled trades for young people in Metro Detroit appears to be improving in recent years, as more young people are starting to see the value and opportunities in pursuing careers in the skilled trades. However, there are still some challenges to overcome, such as a lack of awareness and misconceptions about these careers.
One of the positive trends is the growing number of apprenticeship programs and vocational training opportunities in the Detroit area. Many of these programs offer hands-on experience and on-the-job training in skilled trades occupations such as carpentry, electrical work, plumbing, and HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning). These programs can provide young people with a pathway to a rewarding and stable career, often with competitive pay and benefits.
SKILLED TRADES INDUSTRY OUTLOOK:
The employment outlook for skilled trades in Metro Detroit over the next decade is expected to be positive, although there may be some variability among different occupations within the skilled trades. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn metropolitan area had a total employment of 2,205,510 in May 2020, before the COVID-19 pandemic. Of those, around 18.1% were employed in the Construction and Extraction occupation group, which includes skilled trades such as carpenters, electricians, and plumbers. The mean hourly wage for this group was $28.90, and the mean annual wage was $60,120.
OUTCOME:
The STAT Program is an innovative program that aims to address the challenges facing young people in Metro Detroit. By introducing young people to the skilled trades industry, financial literacy, and providing a productive use of out-of-school time, we believe this program will have a positive impact on the participants' lives and the community as a whole and make a real difference in the lives of the participants of the program.
Overall, the STAT Program will provide an opportunity for young people in Metro Detroit to learn valuable skills, become engaged in their communities, and access new economic opportunities.
