Trades

The four-year Carpentry Apprenticeship is a high-quality program that meets the needs of the local construction industry, combines on-the-job training with classroom/lab instruction, and is accessible to students from diverse backgrounds, cultures and experiences. Graduates will be well-positioned to gain steady employment in the construction industry as a qualified journeyperson carpenter.

We are the only higher education institution in the state with full National Center for Construction Education and Research accreditation. As such, we offer full NCCER accreditation at the end of this four-year Electrical Apprenticeship Program. NCCER is a nationally recognized industry standard which is highly regarded by potential employers both as an incentive to hire and for higher wages.

The four-year Plumbing Apprenticeship Program is a high-quality program that meets the needs of the plumbing industry.  Graduates will be well-positioned to gain steady employment in the industry as qualified plumbers after passing the qualifying state exam.

We are the only higher education institution in the state with full National Center for Construction Education and Research accreditation. As such, we offer optional NCCER accreditation at the end of this four-year apprenticeship program. NCCER is a nationally recognized industry standard that is highly regarded by potential employers both as an incentive to hire and for higher wages.