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Construction Technology Program

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Construction Technology Program Overview
The Vocational Construction Technology program, in collaboration with the LA/OC Building and Construction Trades Council, is an Apprenticeship Readiness program. It provides a gateway for people of all backgrounds to gain access to North America’s Building Trade Union (NABTU) registered apprenticeship program. The program teaches NABTU’s nationally recognized Multi-Craft Core Curriculum (MC3). The program is designed to help adults choose and succeed in apprenticeship programs that are appropriate for them. This program is not 100% hands-on training but still prepares someone to obtain a union apprenticeship. Program Length: The program is 10 weeks. Classes are held Monday thru Thursday from 5-9pm.

Construction Technology Program Overview

The Vocational Construction Technology program, in collaboration with the LA/OC Building and Construction Trades Council, is an Apprenticeship Readiness program. It provides a gateway for people of all backgrounds to gain access to North America’s Building Trade Union (NABTU) registered apprenticeship program. The program teaches NABTU’s nationally recognized Multi-Craft Core Curriculum (MC3). The program is designed to help adults choose and succeed in apprenticeship programs that are appropriate for them. This program is not 100% hands-on training but still prepares someone to obtain a union apprenticeship.

Program Length:

The program is 10 weeks. Classes are held Monday thru Thursday from 5-9pm.

Construction Technology Program Details:
- Learn how to safely use power tools and participate in hands-on projects - Strengthen basic math skills (A very important skill needed for the construction profession.) - Complete First Aid, CPR and OSHA-10 Training - Learn about the variety of construction trades through guest speakers and organized field trips - Learn about the history of the construction unions - Build skills to help you find work including the basics of resume writing, interviewing, and networking *Plus, learn and connect with union, industry and labor leaders!*

Construction Technology Program Details:

- Learn how to safely use power tools and participate in hands-on projects
- Strengthen basic math skills (A very important skill needed for the construction profession.)
- Complete First Aid, CPR and OSHA-10 Training
- Learn about the variety of construction trades through guest speakers and organized field trips
- Learn about the history of the construction unions
- Build skills to help you find work including the basics of resume writing, interviewing, and networking

Plus, learn and connect with union, industry and labor leaders!

Participation Requirements
18+ years or older A minimum 7th grade English & Math literacy Proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. Ability to pass a drug test Valid Driver's License High school diploma, GED, or equivalent (Individuals who don't have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent, must be co-enrolled in such a program while they participate in the construction program.)

Job Outlook for Careers in Construction
Average California Hourly Wage: $19.26 Projected Job Openings in California through 2024: 53,100

Course Requirements
Students must complete ALL the following courses: VCNST 610 - Vocational Construction Technology Module 1 VCNST 620 - Vocational Construction Technology Module 1 VBUS 400 - Employability Skills VBUS 340 - Career Exploration

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Construction Technology Program