Location: Bald Hill Road, Tahlequah, OK 74464 Office Hours: Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Student Services: Available 24/7 Apply Online: https://TalkingLeaves.JobCorps.gov Phone: 918-456-9959
The Talking Leaves Job Corps Center opened its doors on October 18, 1978, originally housed at Northeastern State University’s Loeser Hall. As enrollment grew and the need for expanded residential services increased, the center relocated to the Cherokee Nation in 1988, and later moved to its current campus in 1994.
Today, Talking Leaves Job Corps serves approximately 197 students and recently received a new five-year contract, reaffirming our commitment to preparing students for meaningful employment, higher education, and lifelong success.
For more than 40 years, Job Corps has transformed lives nationwide, serving over 2.6 million economically disadvantaged young Americans across 121 centers. Through innovation, adaptability, and student-centered programming, Talking Leaves Job Corps continues this legacy by providing career technical training, academic education, and essential life skills in a voluntary, supportive environment.
Open enrollment is available. Applications are now being accepted.
At Talking Leaves Job Corps, students train for careers through hands-on, real-world instruction designed to prepare them for today’s workforce. Training programs emphasize practical skill development, industry credentials, and career readiness.
Career Trades & Certifications Offered
Healthcare & Medical
Skilled Trades
Business & Service Trades
Graduates leave with recognized credentials, employability skills, and pathways to employment, advanced training, college, or the military.
Talking Leaves Job Corps provides comprehensive academic instruction and individualized support.
Academic Programs
Higher Education & Training Partners
Students have access to everything they need to succeed in a safe, structured, and supportive campus environment.
Housing & Facilities
Most students live on campus; non-residential options may be available for eligible students who commute.
Students receive training that supports independence and long-term success.
Environmentally Friendly Practices
Student engagement is a vital part of campus life at Talking Leaves Job Corps.
On-Center Student Clubs & Activities
On-Center
Off-Center & Community Engagement
Students gain real-world experience and give back through partnerships with:
Eligibility (per Job Corps PRH):
Required Documentation May Include:
Admissions staff assist applicants throughout the process.
Talking Leaves Job Corps is committed to equal access and provides:
Your path to education, skills, and opportunity starts here.
Apply Online:
https://TalkingLeaves.JobCorps.govCall: 918-456-9959Visit: Talking Leaves Job Corps, Tahlequah, Oklahoma
Education. Training. Opportunity.Rooted in community. Focused on your future.
