Description

Offers a recognized apprenticeship preparation program through the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council. Serves young adults of color age 18-26 who are interested in pursuing a career in the trades or other “under-emphasized” or “under-accessed” career paths. Combines career exploration and hands-on experience and is rooted in the belief that Scholars will achieve greater satisfaction in their careers, and life in general, if they choose the best-fit path for them. Believes that Scholars possess the inherent strengths and ability to succeed in their chosen path. Strives to eliminate barriers to construction trades exposure, access, and opportunity. Participants (Scholars) participate in six weeks of training (Phase One) focused on career exploration and preparation, wellbeing/soft skill development, safety training, workplace competencies, physical conditioning, construction math, and foundational trades skill knowledge. At the end of Phase One, Scholars choose their path: direct-to-employment, matriculation into a postsecondary institution, or participation in our intensive eight-week construction trades pre-apprenticeship. (Phase Two). Phase Two dives into hands-on construction competencies and skill development to pass apprenticeship entrance testing. Scholars participate in try-a-trade experiences, meet with apprenticeship representatives, and receive additional industry-recognized certifications (total of 8).

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