Rio Incarcerated Re-Entry Grads Fill Labor Gap

Thursday, October 27, 2016

Rio Incarcerated Re-Entry Grads Fill Labor Gap

We encourage you to listen to this story produced by KJZZ Reporter Carrie Jung, which examines the increased demands for qualified construction workers to help keep pace with the new housing boom in the Valley-- and how Rio Salado’s Incarcerated Re-entry program graduates are helping contractors fill that need.

Learn more about our Incarcerated Re-entry program.

KJZZ is a community service of Rio Salado College and licensed to the Maricopa Community Colleges.

About Rio Salado College

Rio Salado College is one of ten Maricopa Community Colleges and one of the largest online public community colleges in the nation, serving nearly 53,000 students annually with nearly 28,000 online in 50 states and internationally. Founded in 1978 and headquartered in Tempe, Arizona, Rio Salado offers 600+ online classes, 100+ degree and certificate programsand general education courses. The college also provides support for dual enrollment, military and incarcerated students and serves as one of the largest providers of adult basic education in Arizona.

The Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is an EEO/AA institution and an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or national origin. A lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in the career and technical education programs of the District.

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Thursday, October 27, 2016

Rio Incarcerated Re-Entry Grads Fill Labor Gap

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