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Helmets-to-Hardhats Program

Jun- 8-2004 » Filed Under: General Military

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By Donna Miles, American Forces Press Service

WASHINGTON, June 7, 2004 — A federally funded program, Helmets to Hardhats, is making good on the military recruiters "selling" point that service members gain valuable skills they can apply in the private sector following their service.

The program helps service members and military veterans put their training to use as they transition to jobs in the building and construction trades.

Launched in January 2003 with funding from the 2003 Defense Appropriations Act, Helmets to Hardhats provides an important link between veterans and soon-to-be veterans and 15 building and construction trades organizations clambering for their skills. Collectively, these organizations represent about 82,000 contractors nationwide.

Monica Worth, from Helmets to Hardhats, said veterans bring employers an array of enticing attributes. "They're a known quantity, they're drug-free, they have a good level of education and training, they're oriented toward working with diverse groups in diverse environments, and they're accustomed to the concept of 'training to train,'" she said.

In addition, Worth said the construction trades offer diverse positions that appeal to former service members who enjoy working with their hands and applying their minds as well as their strength on the job.

To learn more read the entire article or visit the Helmets to Hardhats website.


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