Construction Career Training Academy
- Starting salaries: $40,000 – $43,000 plus benefits!
- High earning potential with training and experience.
- Stipends up to $2,500 for qualified students.
- Training Duration: 8 weeks.
- NCCER Core.
- OSHA 10 certification.
- CPR/First Aid training.
- Career coaching, interview preparation and opportunities for employment.
Why Construction?
Construction careers offer pay and benefits similar to jobs that require a college degree.
- Great wages with benefits, career growth, variety and security.
- Potential for little to no student loans. Begin earning a salary right away.
- Work Happy. Surveys rank the construction industry as having the happiest employees.
- Growing industry. Construction is tied for the fastest growing industry.
Program Eligibility
- Legally able to work in the United States.
- High school diploma/GED.
- Able to demonstrate industry aligned reading and math comprehension.
- Ability to do physical labor and other strenuous physical tasks.
- Ability to complete the course, 9:00 am – 2:30 pm, Monday through Thursday.
- Possess a valid US State Driver’s License.
- Able to pass a drug screening and industry aligned background screen.
- * Priority enrollment given to Northern Virginia residents. Females and veterans strongly encouraged to apply.
Class Highlights
- Monday – Thursday. No Fridays
- Flexible, half day training, 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM.
- In-person training in Arlington, Virginia.
What's It Like in Construction?
How To Start A Career In Construction
Working In the Skilled Trades As A Woman
Rethink Careers In Construction
Build Your Future: Explore Construction Careers
Ready to get trained?
Please register below to attend the program information session. You may choose to attend in-person or via zoom.
"The construction and energy field is filled with opportunities for everyone to grab. A chance to lead your crew, to become part of history, but; it all depends on the individual. This program was the first step. A step to better our lives." - Lou, 2022 Program Graduate and Veteran
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