Highway Construction Skills Training (HCST) Program: Racine
2026-05-18 08:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-19 08:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-20 08:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-21 08:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Racine Gateway Campus, 1001 S Main St, Racine, WI, 53403 , United States
WRTP | BIG STEP administers a Highway Construction Skills Training Program that is recognized statewide by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT). This program provides credentials and hands-on experiences that connect individuals to careers in construction. This program will make you STAND OUT.*
Classes are held for 7 weeks, Monday – Friday, from 8 AM – 12 PM, at Gateway Campus
Classes Include:

OSHA certification
First aid/CPR
Flagger’s training
Construction mathematics
Basic blueprint reading
Tool & material identification
CDL preparation
Hands-on projects
Trades application assistance
Contractor engagement & networking

Requirements:

Valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a license
High school diploma, GED, or HSED
Social Security card
Digital literacy
Updated resume
Seeking a career in construction
Ability to pass a drug screen

Classes Run:
April 13 – May 29
Register by March 6
OR
July 13 – August 28
Register by June 19
Successful completion of this program increases your opportunity for a career in the skilled trades.
Questions? Contact:
(262) 619-6560
racine@wrtp.org
*This program is funded in part by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation and is available at no cost for eligible
candidates. The employers recruiting for this opportunity are all equal opportunity employers.
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She Drives the Future: Female-Only ELCS+CDL Class A Training Program
2026-05-18 08:00 - 15:00, 2026-05-19 08:00 - 15:00, 2026-05-20 08:00 - 15:00, 2026-05-21 08:00 - 15:00 | Milwaukee WRTP | BIG STEP, 3841 West Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53208, United States
WRTP I BIG STEP’s Entry-Level Construction Skills (ELCS) training is a certified pre-apprenticeship training through the State of Wisconsin. This program provides credentials and hands-on experience that connect women seeking careers in commercial driving and construction.
Classes are held March 2 – May 22, 2026 | Monday – Friday | 8 AM – 3 PM
Learn more at an informational session (must attend one session to enroll):
February 9 (Rescheduled from February 2) | 2 PM
February 16 | 2 PM
Registration is required one day prior to your informational session of choice.
Mandatory orientation session:
February 23 | 2 PM
WRTP | BIG STEP Milwaukee
3841 W Wisconsin Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53208
Requirements:

Valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain one
High school diploma, GED, or HSED
Social Security card
ACCUPLACER
CDL permit (or the ability to get one)
Ability to pass the Department of Transportation’s physical and pass the drug screen
Good driving record: no more than one DUI or OWI in the past three years and no more than two DUI or OWI offenses over the lifetime of the driving record

Classes Include:

CDL Class A training & Behind the Wheel
OSHA certification
First aid/CPR
Flagger’s training
Construction mathematics
Basic blueprint reading
Tool & material identification
Hands-on projects
Trades application assistance
Contractor engagement & networking

Questions?
Contact De’Borah for more information at (414) 899-1443 or dboyd@wrtp.org
This program is 100% financed by the U.S. Department of Labor Women’s Bureau and is available at no cost for eligible candidates.
Register for an Information SessionWRTP | BIG STEP is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws in any of its activities or operations. Reasonable accommodations are available to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy programs, services, and activities. To request information in an alternate format, including language assistance or translation of the information, please contact us at (414) 342-9787. Deaf, hard-of-hearing, or speech-impaired callers can contact us through Wisconsin Relay Service at 7-1-1.

Racine She Drives the Future: Female-Only ELCS+CDL Class A Training Program
2026-05-18 08:00 - 15:00, 2026-05-19 08:00 - 15:00, 2026-05-20 08:00 - 15:00 | WRTP | BIG STEP Racine, 1001 S Main St, R119, Racine, WI, 53403, United States
WRTP | BIG STEP’s Entry-Level Construction Skills (ELCS) training is a certified pre-apprenticeship training through the State of Wisconsin. This program provides credentials and hands-on experience that connect women seeking careers in commercial driving and construction.
Classes are held April 20 – July 17, 2026 | Monday – Friday | 8 AM – 3 PM
Learn more at an information session (must attend one session to enroll):
March 4, 11, 18, or 25, all at 2:30 PM
Classes Include

CDL Class A training & Behind the Wheel
OSHA certification
First aid/CPR
Flagger’s training
Construction mathematics
Basic blueprint reading
Tool & material identification
Hands-on projects
Trades application assistance
Contractor engagement & networking

Requirements

Valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a license
Updated resume
High school diploma, GED, or HSED
Social Security card
ACCUPLACER
CDL permit (or the ability to get one)
Ability to pass the Department of Transportation’s physical and pass the drug screen
Good driving record

No more than one DUI or OWI in the past three years
No more than two DUI or OWI offenses in the lifetime of your driving record

Contact Milton Chitatariso for more information:
(608) 738-9722 | mchitatariso@wrtp.org
This program is 100% financed by the U.S. Department of Labor Women’s Bureau and is available at no cost for eligible candidates.
Register for an Information SessionWRTP | BIG STEP is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws in any of its activities or operations.
Reasonable accommodations are available to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy programs, services, and activities.
To request information in an alternate format, including language assistance or translation of the information, please contact us at (414) 342-9787. Deaf, hard-of-hearing, or speech-impaired callers can contact us through Wisconsin Relay Service at 7-1-1.

High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED) Training: Milwaukee
2026-05-18 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-05-19 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-05-20 09:00 - 13:00 | Milwaukee WRTP | BIG STEP, 3841 West Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53208, United States
Are you ready to take the next step toward a career in the skilled trades?
Brought to you by WRTP | BIG STEP and Literacy Services of Wisconsin, this 16-week course helps you earn your high school diploma while you learn valuable manufacturing or construction trade skills! A diploma is important for securing quality, family-supporting employment and a requirement if you choose to enter a paid apprenticeship.
Orientation (Mandatory)
February 20, 2026 | 2 – 4 PM
Training
February 23 – June 12
Monday – Friday, 9 AM – 1 PM
Questions?
Please call (414) 937-3605 or email bfoley@wrtp.org
Must attend one of the following TABE testing sessions:

January 21, 1 – 5 PM
January 28, 1 – 5 PM
February 11, 1 – 5 PM

Qualifications

Social Security card
Pass general assessment of 6th grade level TABE
Have an interest in manufacturing or construction

Industry-Led, Worker-Centered, and Community-Focused. Our mission is to enhance the ability of public and private institutions and develop a more diverse, qualified workforce in construction, manufacturing and emerging sectors of the regional economy. It is the policy of WRTP | BIG STEP to provide equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or expression, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, status as a disabled veteran, and/or veteran or spouse of a veteran, or any other characters protected by federal, state, or local law. WRTP | BIG STEP will provide reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified disabled individuals. WRTP | BIG STEP is an equal opportunity employer and service provider. To request information in an alternate format, including language assistance or translation of the information, please contact us at (414) 342-9787.

Highway Construction Skills Training (HCST) Program: Milwaukee
2026-05-18 09:00 - 14:00, 2026-05-19 09:00 - 14:00, 2026-05-20 09:00 - 14:00 | Milwaukee WRTP | BIG STEP, 3841 West Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53208, United States
Multiple training dates available. Please select your preferred cohort in the form below.
WRTP | BIG STEP administers a Highway Construction Skills Training Program that is recognized statewide by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT). This program provides credentials and hands-on experiences that connect individuals to careers in construction. This program will make you STAND OUT.*
Classes are held for 7 weeks, Monday – Friday, 9 AM – 2 PM, at the WRTP | BIG STEP Milwaukee campus.

Classes include:

OSHA certification
First aid/CPR
Flagger’s training
CDL preparation
Hands-on projects
Tool & material identification
Trades application assistance
Construction mathematics
Basic blueprint reading
Contractor engagement & networking

Requirements:

Valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a license
High school diploma, GED, or HSED
Social Security card
Digital literacy
Drug-free (ability to PASS a drug screen)
Seeking a career in the construction industry

Spring Cohort:
Info Session: March 4 or March 11 at 2 PM
(must attend one)
Class Schedule: March 23 – May 8
Summer Cohort:
Info Session: April 29 or May 6 at 2 PM
(must attend one)
Class Schedule: May 18 – July 3
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Successful completion of this program increases your opportunity for a career in the skilled trades.
Limited seats are available per cohort
Contact Us for More Information:
(414) 342-9787
dboyd@wrtp.org
*Successful completion of this program increases your opportunity for a career in the skilled trades. This program is funded in part by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation and is available at no cost for eligible candidates. The employers recruiting from this program are all equal opportunity employers.
WRTP | BIG STEP is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws in any of its activities or operations. Reasonable accommodations are available to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy programs, services, and activities. To request information in an alternate format, including language assistance or translation of the information, please contact us at (414) 342-9787. Deaf, hard-of-hearing, or speech-impaired callers can contact us through Wisconsin Relay Service at 7-1-1.

EVSTEP Spring 2026 Cohort: Milwaukee
2026-05-18 09:00 - 14:00, 2026-05-19 09:00 - 14:00, 2026-05-20 09:00 - 14:00 | Milwaukee WRTP | BIG STEP, 3841 West Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53208, United States
Work toward a career in construction. Our short-term training program provides instruction for electrical and pre-apprenticeship certification at no cost to you!
All classes are held Monday – Friday from 9 AM – 2 PM at WRTP | BIG STEP Milwaukee.
Classes Include:

OSHA certification
Construction mathematics
Electrician coursework
Hands-on training
Trades application assistance
Employer engagement & networking

Requirements:

Valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a license
High school diploma, GED, or HSED
Social Security card
Updated resume
Digital literacy
Drug-free (ability to PASS a drug screen)
Completed ACCUPLACER test

Choose a Cohort:
Spring 2026 Cohort
Info Session: March 24 or March 26 at 2 PM (must attend 1)
Class Schedule: April 6 – May 29
Summer 2026 Cohort
Info Session: June 3 or June 10 at 2 PM (must attend 1)
Class Schedule: June 22 – August 14
Fall 2026 Cohort
Info Session: August 19 or August 26 at 2 PM (must attend 1)
Class Schedule: September 7 – October 30
Winter 2026 Cohort
Info Session: November 11 or November 18 at 2 PM (must attend 1)
Class Schedule: November 30 – January 29
Questions? Contact De’Borah:
(414) 899-1443 or dboyd@wrtp.org
*The Skilled Trades Employment Program is available at no cost for eligible candidates. The employers recruiting for this opportunity are all equal opportunity employers. This material is based upon work supported by the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) under the Award Number DE-EE0011256. The views expressed herein do not necessarily represent the views of the U.S. Department of Energy or the United States Government.
Learn MoreWRTP | BIG STEP is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws in any of its activities or operations.
Reasonable accommodations are available to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy programs, services, and activities.
To request information in an alternate format, including language assistance or translation of the information, please contact us at (414) 342-9787. Deaf, hard-of-hearing, or speech-impaired callers can contact us through Wisconsin Relay Service at 7-1-1.

Water & Sewer Entry-Level Construction Skills (ELCS) Training Program: Milwaukee 2026
2026-05-18 10:00 - 13:00, 2026-05-19 10:00 - 13:00, 2026-05-20 10:00 - 13:00 | Milwaukee WRTP | BIG STEP, 3841 West Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53208, United States
This incentivized Entry-Level Construction Skills certified pre-apprenticeship training provides credentials and hands-on experience to connect individuals to careers in construction.
In partnership with Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District (MMSD) and Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC), this program focuses on the water and sewer sector, preparing participants for apprenticeships in the trades with steamfitters, electricians, plumbers, sheet metal workers, ironworkers, and more.
Classes Run:
January 20 – May 22, Monday – Friday
10 AM – 1 PM
WRTP | BIG STEP Milwaukee & MATC’s West Allis Campus
Attend an Info Session to Learn More:
December 16, December 18, January 6, or January 8 (Must attend one info session)
5 – 6 PM at WRTP I BIG STEP
Mandatory orientation on January 15
This program will make you stand out*
Classes Include:

OSHA certification
First aid/CPR
Construction mathematics
Basic blueprint reading
Principles of water resources
Environmental health/water quality
Hands-on projects
Trades application assistance
Contractor engagement & networking

Requirements:

Valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a license
High school diploma, GED, or HSED
Social Security card
Drug-free (ability to PASS a drug screen)
Seeking a career in construction

*Successful completion of this program increases your opportunity for a career in the skilled trades in the water sector. The employers recruiting for this opportunity are all equal opportunity employers. This program is available at no cost to eligible candidates.

Entry-Level Construction Skills (ELCS) Training Program: Madison 2026
2026-05-18 17:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-19 17:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-20 17:00 - 21:00 | Madison College – Truax Campus, 1701 Wright St, Madison, WI, 53701
WRTP | BIG STEP’s ELCS training, a 12-week pre-apprenticeship program certified by the State of Wisconsin, provides industry-recognized credentials and hands-on experience that connect individuals to careers in construction. This program is provided at no cost to you and will make you stand out!*
Training Schedule:
March 18 – June 11
Classes run Monday – Thursday | 5 – 9 PM, Madison College – Truax Campus
1701 Wright St | Madison, WI 53701
Information Sessions:
(Must attend one session to enroll)
February 10, February 17, February 24, March 3
1 – 2 PM at WRTP | BIG STEP
WRTP | BIG STEP Provides You With the Connections & Skills Needed for a Career in the Trades:

Apprenticeship Readiness
OSHA 30 Certification
First Aid/CPR
Entry-Level Welding Certificate
Construction Mathematics
Trades Aptitude Testing
Tool & Material Identification
Basic Blueprint Reading
Hands-On Projects
Apprenticeship Application Assistance
NABTU (North America’s Building Trades Unions) Curriculum, MC3: Nationally Recognized Credential

Requirements:

Valid Wisconsin-issued ID or driver’s license
Proof of high school graduation or equivalency
Social Security card
Digital literacy
Complete ACCUPLACER test
Drug-free (ability to pass a drug screen)
Attend mandatory training orientation in March

Register NowQuestions?
Contact Stacy Tran at stran@wrtp.org or (608) 895-1508.
*Successful completion increases your opportunity for a career in the skilled trades.
WRTP | BIG STEP is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws in any of its activities or operations. Reasonable accommodations are available to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy programs, services, and activities. To request information in an alternate format, including language assistance or translation of the information, please contact us at (414) 342-9787. Deaf, hard-of-hearing, or speech-impaired callers can contact us through Wisconsin Relay Service at 7-1-1.

WRTP | BIG STEP Information Session: Northern WI Q1 & Q2
2026-05-19 11:00 - 12:00 | VIRTUAL EVENT
WRTP | BIG STEP provides apprenticeship readiness testing, tutoring, and training dedicated to helping community residents prepare for and succeed in careers in the construction trades.
Virtual Info Sessions Are Held:
The 1st & 3rd Tuesday of each month | 11 AM – 12 PM
OR
The 2nd & 4th Thursday of each month | 4 – 5 PM
Tuesday Sessions:

January 6 | 11 AM – 12 PM
January 20 | 11 AM – 12 PM
February 3 | 11 AM – 12 PM
February 17 | 11 AM – 12 PM
March 3 | 11 AM – 12 PM
March 17 | 11 AM – 12 PM
April 7 | 11 AM – 12 PM
April 21 | 11 AM – 12 PM
May 5 | 11 AM – 12 PM
May 19 | 11 AM – 12 PM
June 2 | 11 AM – 12 PM
June 16 | 11 AM – 12 PM

Thursday Sessions:

January 8 | 4 – 5 PM
January 22 | 4 – 5 PM
February 12 | 4 – 5 PM
February 26 | 4 – 5 PM
March 12 | 4 – 5 PM
March 26 | 4 – 5 PM
April 9 | 4 – 5 PM
April 23 | 4 – 5 PM
May 14 | 4 – 5 PM
May 28 | 4 – 5 PM
June 11 | 4 – 5 PM
June 25 | 4 – 5 PM

Attend a Virtual Info Session:

Overview of WRTP | BIG STEP trainings and programs in the northern regions of Wisconsin
Exposure to occupations and career pathways within the skilled trades
Assessment of individual needs and strengths
Testing, tutoring, and other employment preparatory services
Plan of action for employment

Questions?
Contact Mindy Collado at mcollado@wrtp.org or (920) 961-2236
Learn More:WRTP | BIG STEP is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws in any of its activities or operations.
Reasonable accommodations are available to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy programs, services, and activities.
To request information in an alternate format, including language assistance or translation of the information, please contact us at (414) 342-9787. Deaf, hard-of-hearing, or speech-impaired callers can contact us through Wisconsin Relay Service at 7-1-1.

BIG STEP Orientation Q2 2026: Milwaukee
2026-05-19 16:00 - 17:00 | Milwaukee WRTP | BIG STEP, 3841 West Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53208, United States
BIG STEP (Building Industry Group Skilled Trades Employment Program) is an apprenticeship readiness tutoring and training program dedicated to helping community residents prepare for and succeed in careers in the construction trades.
Orientation sessions take place at 3841 W Wisconsin Ave; Milwaukee, WI 53208
Orientation Dates:
April 7 | 9 AM
April 14 | 4 PM*
April 28 | 9 AM
May 12 | 9 AM
May 19 | 4 PM*
May 26 | 9 AM
June 2 | 9 AM
June 9 | 4 PM*
June 23 | 9 AM
*This session is an evening orientation ONLY. ACCUPLACER testing appointments will be scheduled for all attendees to take place the following Thursday at 9 AM.
Orientation Provides:

Overview of WRTP | BIG STEP trainings and programs
Exposure to occupations and career pathways within the skilled trades
Assessment of individual needs and strengths
Testing, tutoring, and other employment preparatory services
Plan of action for employment

Requirements:

Valid driver’s license
Age 18 or older
Proof of high school graduation/GED
Social Security card
Successful completion of WRTP | BIG STEP Intake Application

Learn More:WRTP | BIG STEP is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws in any of its activities or operations.
Reasonable accommodations are available to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy programs, services, and activities.
To request information in an alternate format, including language assistance or translation of the information, please contact us at (414) 342-9787. Deaf, hard-of-hearing, or speech-impaired callers can contact us through Wisconsin Relay Service at 7-1-1.

Information Session & ACCUPLACER Testing: Green Bay
2026-05-20 10:00 - 13:00 | Multiple Locations
Looking for a hands-on career with good pay and real opportunities? Attend a WRTP | BIG STEP Information & Testing Session to learn about our no-cost training programs, career pathways in the skilled trades, and how to take the next step toward training, employment, or apprenticeship.
Sessions:
February 18, 2026
Forward Service Corporation
726 Pine St | Green Bay, WI
1 – 3 PM
February 19, 2026
Brown County Library
515 Pine St | Green Bay, WI
10 AM – 2 PM
March 18, 2026
Forward Service Corporation
726 Pine St | Green Bay, WI
10 AM – 12 PM
March 19, 2026
Brown County Library Howard Branch
2680 Riverview Dr | Howard, WI
10 AM – 2 PM
April 15, 2026
Forward Service Corporation
726 Pine St | Green Bay, WI
10 AM – 12 PM
May 20, 2026
Forward Service Corporation
726 Pine St | Green Bay, WI
10 AM – 1 PM
May 27, 2026
Forward Service Corporation
726 Pine St | Green Bay, WI
10 AM – 12 PM
June 17, 2026
Forward Service Corporation
726 Pine St | Green Bay, WI
10 AM – 12 PM
Orientation Provides:

Overview of WRTP | BIG STEP trainings and programs
Exposure to occupations and career pathways within the skilled trades
Assessment of individual needs and strengths
Testing, tutoring, and other employment preparatory services
Plan of action for employment

The ACCUPLACER assessment is a series of aptitude tests that evaluate skills in reading comprehension, math, and sometimes writing, which are crucial for success in the trades. The test evaluates an applicant’s readiness to enter an apprenticeship program or identifies areas where applicants may need additional support.
Registration is required.
Testing can take anywhere from 1 – 3 hours.
Questions? Contact Amy Arndt:
aarndt@wrtp.org
(920) 961-2232
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WRTP | BIG STEP (Wisconsin Regional Training Partnership | Building Industry Group Skilled Trades Employment Program) is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws in any of its activities or operations. Reasonable accommodations are available to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy programs, services, and activities. To request information in an alternate format, including language assistance or translation of the information, please contact us at (414) 342-9787. Deaf, hard-of-hearing, or speech-impaired callers can contact us through Wisconsin Relay Service at 7-1-1.

Information Session & ACCUPLACER Testing: Superior
2026-05-20 12:00 - 16:00 | Superior Public Library, 1530 Tower Ave, Superior, Wisconsin, 54880
WRTP | BIG STEP provides apprenticeship readiness testing, tutoring, and training dedicated to helping community residents prepare for and succeed in careers in the construction trades.
When:
Wednesdays from 12 – 4 PM

March 18
April 15
May 20
June 17
July 15
August 19
September 16
October 21
November 18
December 16

Where:
Superior Public Library
1530 Tower Ave
Superior, WI 54880
Info Sessions Provide:

Overview of WRTP | BIG STEP trainings and programs
Exposure to occupations and career pathways within the skilled trades
Assessment of individual needs and strengths
Testing, tutoring, and other employment preparatory services
Plan of action for employment

Requirements:

State of Wisconsin valid driver’s license or ID
Social Security card

The ACCUPLACER assessment is a series of aptitude tests that evaluate skills in reading comprehension, math, and sometimes writing, which are crucial for success in the trades. The test evaluates an applicant’s readiness to enter an apprenticeship program or identifies areas where applicants may need additional support.
Questions?
tgifford@wrtp.org
(534) 235-9037

Information sessions are approximately 30 minutes, followed by individual testing with varied times. We will contact you to discuss your customized plan.
Testing can take anywhere from 1 – 3 hours. Registration is required!
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WRTP | BIG STEP (Wisconsin Regional Training Partnership | Building Industry Group Skilled Trades Employment Program) is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws in any of its activities or operations. Reasonable accommodations are available to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy programs, services, and activities. To request information in an alternate format, including language assistance or translation of the information, please contact us at (414) 342-9787. Deaf, hard-of-hearing, or speech-impaired callers can contact us through Wisconsin Relay Service at 7-1-1.
