THE SECOND CHANCE WORKFORCE PROGRAM

Five weeks.
A new direction.

Build practical skills. Find your footing. Take the next step toward work, with people who believe in what comes next.

Start your next chapter Explore the five weeks

RBCA CDC graduates celebrating with certificates and caps in the air — REAL PEOPLE. REAL NEW BEGINNINGS.Picture yourself
on the other side.

A SHORT COMMITMENT.
A BIGGER HORIZON.

WEEKS

Time to invest
in yourself.

Know what to expect

The commitment: Monday–Friday
Program hours: 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
Your tuition: Completely free
Where we serve: Dallas–Fort Worth

A PLACE TO MOVE FORWARD

Your past is part of your story.
It doesn’t have to be the whole story.

For returning citizens ready for a new direction, the CDC brings work readiness, construction training and personal support together. You bring the commitment. We help you build on it.

FROM FIRST DAY TO NEXT CHAPTER

See the path.
Find your momentum.

One week to find your footing.
Three to build your skills.
One to take your next step.

RBCA CDC team members speaking together at a graduation ceremony — THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE PROGRAM.

WEEK 01 / THE JOURNEY

Start where you are.

Your first week is about getting ready for what comes next, with a team and a group of people moving forward with you.

Professional habits: Build the consistency, accountability and communication that matter at work.
A foundation for growth: Work readiness and professional development help you prepare for the training ahead.
People to turn to: Get to know the CDC team and talk about your goals and support needs.

A stronger foundation for the weeks ahead.

Five weeks, Monday through Friday

Your team will confirm the cohort schedule and training details at intake.

MORE THAN A LINE ON YOUR RÉSUMÉ

Skills you can
take to work.

Training that connects your effort
to the working world.

RBCA and BOWA Construction branded clothing — PREPARE FOR THE JOBSITEThe preparation.
The practice.
The confidence.

SAFETY / JOBSITE READINESS

OSHA 30

Construction safety training to help you recognize hazards, understand workplace safety and prepare for the jobsite.

A foundation in working safely.

CONSTRUCTION FUNDAMENTALS

NCCER Core

Core construction training covering essential safety, tools and trade fundamentals, with hands-on learning.

A foundation in doing the work.

CONSTRUCTION TRAINING WITH Dallas College

Knowledge in the classroom.
Confidence to take it further.

Ready for the work ahead.

A full PPE kit is included: hard hat, safety vest, glasses, gloves and steel-toe boots.

Included in the program

RBCA CDC staff and community visitors together at the office — PEOPLE IN YOUR CORNER.You don’t have to
do this alone.

THE SUPPORT BEHIND THE SKILLS

You’re a person.
Not a file.

A fresh start can involve more than finding work. The CDC team takes time to understand your goals and what could help you move forward.

A conversation about you.

Private intake and case management conversations focus on your readiness, goals and support needs.

Preparation for your next opportunity.

Build your résumé and professional habits so you can speak about what you bring to the workplace.

Connections beyond the classroom.

Career development, jobsite exposure and employer introductions help qualified graduates pursue opportunities.

Employment is the goal. Placement is not guaranteed.

A CLEAR PICTURE, BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Before
your first day.

You don’t need a perfect résumé or every answer. Start with these essentials, and talk through the rest with the team.

Ask the CDC team a question

YOUR WEEKDAY COMMITMENT8 a.m.–4 p.m.

Monday–Friday, for five weeks

Make room for five weeks.

Plan to attend Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Consistent attendance and a willingness to participate matter.

Talk through your documents.

Photo identification and a Social Security card are part of enrollment. If something is missing, reach out so the team can discuss your next steps.

Start the conversation before worrying about having everything ready.

Bring your questions.

Use intake to discuss the next class, program expectations, completion requirements and support for your situation.

MORE THAN FINISHING A CLASS

An achievement
that belongs to you.

Graduation marks the time, effort and commitment you put into yourself. Celebrate it with your cohort, then keep building.

A stipend is available upon successful completion.
The team will explain current requirements.

RBCA CDC graduates proudly holding their certificates with the team — THE WORK. THE PEOPLE. THE MOMENT.

LET’S MAKE IT CLEAR

Good questions.
Honest answers.

Making a commitment is easier
when you know what to expect.

Talk with the team

Who is the program for?

The Second Chance Workforce Program supports returning citizens preparing for work, with a focus on construction and related opportunities. The intake conversation helps you and the CDC team decide whether the program is a good fit.

When does the next class begin?

Contact the CDC team for the next available cohort. The team will confirm your start date and intake appointment. If a class is still several weeks away, ask how to stay connected while you wait.

What if I don’t have my documents?

Reach out anyway. The team can talk through what you have and your plan for obtaining anything missing. A TDC ID may be acceptable for intake, depending on your situation. Documents are reviewed with staff, not uploaded through this page.

Will I be guaranteed a job?

No. The program prepares participants and connects qualified graduates with employers. Hiring depends on readiness, attendance, available opportunities and the employer’s decision.

Is there a stipend?

A stipend is available upon successful program completion. The CDC team will explain the current amount and requirements during intake.

Does the program pay rent or utility bills?

No. The program does not pay participant rent or utility bills. The team can discuss relevant community resources and the support available through the program.

Do I need a résumé to get started?

No. The first step asks for basic contact details. Résumé preparation is part of the program, and you can discuss your background and goals privately with the team.

ONE SMALL STEP TO GET GOING

Your next chapter
starts with you.

Share a few details. Meet the team. Find out whether the next five weeks could be your next step.

Let’s get started I’d like to talk first

A simple first step.Basic contact details, without a long work history.

A real conversation.Your goals, readiness and questions, with the team.

A plan to move forward.Confirm your next steps and cohort availability.

Five weeks.
A new direction.

Your past is part of your story.
It doesn’t have to be the whole story.