# 20 C.F.R. § 686.410 (2026): Are there additional factors which are considered in selecting an eligible applicant for enrollment? > Federal · Regulations · In force URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T20_P686_S686_410 ## Section - **Citation:** 20 C.F.R. § 686.410 (2026) - **Heading:** Are there additional factors which are considered in selecting an eligible applicant for enrollment? - **Jurisdiction:** Federal - **Kind:** Regulations - **Status:** In force - **Text as of:** August 14, 2026 - **Source:** Compiled text - **Location:** Title 20 CFR: Employees' Benefits / Chapter V: EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING ADMINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF LABOR / Part 686: THE JOB CORPS UNDER TITLE I OF THE WORKFORCE INNOVATION AND OPPORTUNITY ACT / Subpart D: Recruitment, Eligibility, Screening, Selection and Assignment, and Enrollment / § 686.410: § 686.410 Are there additional factors which are considered in selecting an eligible applicant for enrollment? ## Text Yes, in accordance with procedures issued by the Secretary, an eligible applicant may be selected for enrollment only if: (a) A determination is made, based on information relating to the background, needs, and interests of the applicant, that the applicant's educational and career and technical needs can best be met through the Job Corps program; (b) A determination is made that there is a reasonable expectation the applicant can participate successfully in group situations and activities, and is not likely to engage in actions that would potentially: (1) Prevent other students from receiving the benefit of the program; (2) Be incompatible with the maintenance of sound discipline; or (3) Impede satisfactory relationships between the center to which the student is assigned and surrounding local communities; (c) The applicant is made aware of the center's rules, what the consequences are for failure to observe the rules, and agrees to comply with such rules, as described in procedures issued by the Secretary; (d) The applicant has not been convicted of a felony consisting of murder, child abuse, or a crime involving rape or sexual assault. Other than these felony convictions, no one will be denied enrollment in Job Corps solely on the basis of contact with the criminal justice system. All applicants must submit to a background check conducted according to procedures established by the Secretary and in accordance with applicable State and local laws. If the background check finds that the applicant is on probation, parole, under a suspended sentence, or under the supervision of any agency as a result of court action or institutionalization, the court or appropriate supervising agency may certify in writing that it will approve of the applicant's participation in Job Corps, and provide full release from its supervision, and that the applicant's participation and release does not violate applicable laws and regulations; and a suspended sentence, or under the supervision of any agency as a result of court action or institutionalization, the court or appropriate supervising agency may certify in writing that it will approve of the applicant's participation in Job Corps, and provide full release from its supervision, and that the applicant's participation and release does not violate applicable laws and regulations; and (e) Suitable arrangements are made for the care of any dependent children for the proposed period of enrollment. ## Nearby sections - [20 C.F.R. § 686.400 (2026) § 686.400 Who is eligible to participate in the Job Corps program?](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T20_P686_S686_400.md) - [20 C.F.R. § 686.410 (2026) § 686.410 Are there additional factors which are considered in selecting an eligible applicant for enrollment?](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T20_P686_S686_410.md) - [20 C.F.R. § 686.420 (2026) § 686.420 Are there any special requirements for enrollment related to the Military Selective Service Act?](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T20_P686_S686_420.md) - [20 C.F.R. § 686.430 (2026) § 686.430 What entities conduct outreach and admissions activities for the Job Corps program?](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T20_P686_S686_430.md) - [20 C.F.R. § 686.440 (2026) § 686.440 What are the responsibilities of outreach and admissions providers?](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T20_P686_S686_440.md) - [20 C.F.R. § 686.450 (2026) § 686.450 How are applicants who meet eligibility and selection criteria assigned to centers?](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T20_P686_S686_450.md) - [20 C.F.R. § 686.460 (2026) § 686.460 What restrictions are there on the assignment of eligible applicants for nonresidential enrollment in Job Corps?](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T20_P686_S686_460.md) - [20 C.F.R. § 686.470 (2026) § 686.470 May an individual who is determined to be ineligible or an individual who is denied enrollment appeal that decision?](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T20_P686_S686_470.md) - [20 C.F.R. § 686.480 (2026) § 686.480 At what point is an applicant considered to be enrolled in Job Corps?](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T20_P686_S686_480.md) - [20 C.F.R. § 686.490 (2026) § 686.490 How long may a student be enrolled in Job Corps?](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T20_P686_S686_490.md) --- Source: Frix Law Library, https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T20_P686_S686_410. 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