Upcoming Events

Highway Construction Skills Training (HCST) Spring Summer 2026

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

Youth Entry-Level Construction Skills (ELCS) Training Program 2026

WRTP | BIG STEP’s ELCS training is a certified pre-apprenticeship training through the State of Wisconsin. This program provides credentials and hands-on experience that connect individuals to careers in construction. This program will make you STAND OUT.* Classes run July 13 – August 28, Monday – Friday, 9 AM – 2 PM. Classes are

Fast Track MC3: Multi-Craft Core Curriculum Program 2026

Join us for a state-certified pre-apprenticeship program this July and learn about the building trades and union apprenticeships. Experience hands-on exposure and discover what life as a union member is really like. Get a leg up on waiting lists and direct contact with union pathways with our MC3 certification. Don’t delay—register to get on

Summer Trades Academy 2026

Current Oshkosh Area School District High School Sophomores, Juniors, & Seniors: Want to learn more about a career in the skilled trades? Join us for WRTP | BIG STEP’s 2026 Summer Trades Academy this July. Get exposure and explore career options in the construction skilled trades! Visit trade halls and general contractor sites Watch

Entry-Level Construction Skills Training Fall 2026

WRTP | BIG STEP’s ELCS training, a pre-apprenticeship program certified by the State of Wisconsin, provides industry-recognized credentials and hands-on experience that connect individuals to careers in construction. Training Schedule: September 14 – October 22, 2026 Monday – Thursday | 8 AM – 4 PM Mavid | HJ Martin Training Center 1593 Western Ave

Youth Entry-Level Construction Skills (ELCS) Training Program Summer 2026

WRTP | BIG STEP’s ELCS training is a certified pre-apprenticeship training through the State of Wisconsin. This program provides credentials and hands-on experience that connect individuals to careers in construction. This program will make you STAND OUT.* Classes run July 13 – August 28, Monday – Friday | 9 AM – 2 PM. Classes

BIG STEP Builders Fall Session 2 2026

The BIG STEP Builders program provides high school juniors and seniors the opportunity to build basic construction skills and explore the industry through hands-on learning, presentations from union members, application assistance, and more. BIG STEP Builders takes place on weekends to work around high school students’ busy schedules. The only requirements are an interest in

BIG STEP Builders Fall Session 1 2026

The BIG STEP Builders program provides high school juniors and seniors the opportunity to build basic construction skills and explore the industry through hands-on learning, presentations from union members, application assistance, and more. BIG STEP Builders takes place on weekends to work around high school students’ busy schedules. The only requirements are an interest in

Highway Construction Skills Training (HCST) Fall 2026

WRTP I 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, 8 AM

EVSTEP Winter Session 2026

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

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