The Green Door Initiative Youth Program

We are advocates and beleivers in a green future. We want you to join us on our mission to revitalize the Metro-Detroit and beyond into a eco-friendly world that everyone can enjoy. Wer're just missing one thing; You!
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Workforce Development

Environmental Career Worker Training Program Overview

The Basic Skills instruction provides trainees with the personal and interpersonal skills required to deal with the challenges of everyday life and to obtain and sustain employment. The (ECWTP) six-week basic skills training utilize a work-based learning curriculum. Classes include study skills, mathematics, an introduction to hazardous materials, computer basics, life skills, job readiness, and physical fitness. There is also a counseling component that provides students with problem intervention and assistance, in addition to information on a wide range of social services to aid them in achieving their educational and vocational goals.
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Meet and Grow with Like-Minded People
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Job Readiness and Placement Opportunities

Renewable Solar Energy Education program

In addition to the aforementioned skills that each of our students learn, the Green Door Initiative has recently added a Renewable Solar Energy curriculum that covers solar panel installation, and industry best practices that support eco-friendly manufacturing and development
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92%
Success rating in placing graduates in jobs related to the training received
$23/hr
Starting salary for jobs in eco-friendly industries
3/yr.
Programs are run by the Green Door Initiative three cohorts a year
The Environmental Career Worker Training Program focuses on delivering comprehensive training to increase the number of disadvantaged and underrepresented minority workers in areas such as environmental remediation/restoration, construction, hazardous materials/waste handling and emergency response.

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Jonathon Black
Now employed at Black Dunes Design

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Jonathon Black
CEO at Black Dunes Design

Elevate your career with purpose! Join our workforce development program and be part of a team dedicated to building eco-friendly homes and infrastructure. Shape a sustainable future, learn valuable skills, and contribute to a low-carbon footprint. Seize the opportunity to thrive in a green energy-focused career – Applications are open!

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Green Door Initiative Workforce Development Team & Partners
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Jerry Peoples

Director of Employer Engagement & Workforce Development

Alfonso White

Lead Instructor

Kourtni Graves

Workforce Assistant