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There are many programs that can prepare you for an apprenticeship by providing valuable counseling, hands-on training and help with the application process. If you have no previous construction experience, it is highly recommended that you consider a pre-apprenticeship. The following are some of the programs in Oregon and Washington:
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Apprenticeship and Nontraditional Employment for Women (ANEW) ANEW is a non profit organization which provides outreach , recruitment, skills training, case management, job placement assistance and retention services to low-income individuals who are interested in careers in the building and construction trades apprenticeships or related careers. ANEW provides outreach to low-income women and minorities who may not otherwise know of the opportunities available in skilled trades apprenticeships. Oregon Tradeswomen, Inc. Oregon Tradeswomen, Inc. is a non-profit dedicated to promoting the success for women in the construction trades. They offer a FREE, seven-week women-only pre-apprenticeship program that includes classroom instruction, hands-on training, field trips, and strength training. You’ll learn how to use basic power tools and how to apply to apprenticeship. Come to an information session to find out about the next class and check out the rest of our website. http://www.tradeswomen.net Contact: 503-335-8200 x 21 to sign up for an info session back to top PCC Cascade Campus Skills Center Pre-Trades Opportunities The PCC Skill Center has partnered with ODOT in providing pre-trade opportunities to students who seek careers in the trades or an apprenticeship. These classes are designed to help students build the necessary skills to meet the minimum entry qualifications to enter a trade or apprenticeship program. Women and minorities wanting to enter highway construction are encouraged to apply. Pre-Trade Minimum Requirements: Valid Drivers License or ability to obtain, Math 65 or Algebra, High School Graduate or GED http://www.pcc.edu/programs/apprenticeship/pre-trades.html Contact: Katrina Cloud at 503-978-5651 back to top Constructing Hope Pre-Apprenticeship Program at This program is tuition-free, three (3) month training module that prepares graduates with the basic skills for career advancement in the construction trades and or other apprentice programs. Although our past efforts have been primarily with ex-offenders, our pre-apprenticeship training is open to the general public including ex-offenders. We are seeking participants between the ages of 18 to 45. Classes are Monday through Wednesday from 8:00am until Noon including GED prep-classes in the afternoon. Constructing Hope work with local partners agencies such as Better People, Volunteers of America, Oregon and Metro Family Services to provide comprehensive services (tools, work clothes etc) for all qualified participants. 4003 NE Grand Ave. Portland, OR 97212
Contact: Pat Daniels (503)-281-1234 to arrange for orientation/obtain info back to top Portland YouthBuilders Construction Program PYB serves low-income people between the ages of 17-24 who have dropped out of high school. Students in PYB's Construction Program strengthen their futures while building housing for low-income families in the community. All students earn a stipend during this year-long program and there is no charge for tuition. Our students are required to be drug-free and are held to high performance and attendance standards. We offer very small classes, caring teachers, and help getting a good job, starting college or getting into an apprenticeship program. www.pybpdx.org
Contact: Susan Whitmore at 503-286-9350 x 254 back to top Evening Trades Apprenticeship Preparation program The Evening Trades Apprenticeship Preparation program (ETAP) offers evening and weekend courses to women and men to prepare them for construction trades apprenticeships. It is a 10 week program requiring 260+ hours of in-depth training. www.caws-pdx.org
Contact: 503-943-5664 (leave a message on this line if no one answers) back to top Job Corps Job Corps is a no-cost education and vocational training program administered by the U.S. Department of Labor that helps young people ages 16 through 24 get a better job, make more money, and take control of their lives. www.nw-jobcorps.com Contact: 503-274-7343 back to top |
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