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SUMMARY:Entry-Level Construction Skills Pre-Apprenticeship Program Orientation | Madison
DESCRIPTION:Interested in a union apprenticeship and career in the construction field? Would you like to gain some entry-level experience first? This training\, in collaboration with industry partners\, provides a credential from North America’s Building Trades Union along with many other certifications listed below and is no cost to you! \nWRTP | BIG STEP PROVIDES YOU WITH THE CONNECTIONS & SKILLS NEEDED FOR CAREERS IN THE TRADES: \n\nApprenticeship Readiness\nOSHA 10/30 Certification\nFirst Aid/CPR\nConstruction Mathematics\nTrade Aptitude Testing\nTool & Material Identification\nBasic Blueprint Reading\nHands-On Projects\nTraining Center Tours\nWelding Certification\nMental Health Wellness Certification\nApprenticeship Application Assistance\nNABTU (National Building Trades Union) Curriculum\, MC3: Nationally Recognized Credential\n\nProgram Qualifications: \n\nHigh school graduate or completion of HSED/GED (or documentation in progress)\nValid driver’s license or ability to obtain one prior to employment\nAbility to pass a drug screen\nMust be at least 18 years old\nWillingness and ability to pursue a construction apprenticeship and employment\n\nNationally recognized credential certificate program. Successful completion increases your opportunity for a career in the skilled trades. \nOrientation \nNovember 13\, 2023  10 AM – 12 PM\nNovember 16\, 2023  5:30 PM – 7 PM\nNovember 20\, 2023  2 PM – 4 PM \nTraining \nJanuary 8\, 2024 – March 29\, 2024
URL:https://wrtp.org/event/entry-level-construction-skills-pre-apprenticeship-program-orientation-madison/2023-11-13/
LOCATION:WRTP | BIG STEP MADISON\, 2829 Perry St\, Ste 205\, Madison\, WI\, 53713\, United States
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SUMMARY:12-Week Wisconsin Certified Pre-Apprenticeship Program
DESCRIPTION:Interested in a Union Apprenticeship and career in the construction field? Would you like to gain some entry-level experience first? This training\, in collaboration with industry partners\, provides a credential from North America’s Building Trades Union along with many other certifications below\, and is no cost to you! \nThis is a nationally recognized credential certificate program. Successful completion increases your opportunity for a career in the skilled trades \nRegistration (MUST ATTEND ONE): \nMarch 6\, 2023 | 5PM\nMarch 10\, 2023 | 12 PM \nTraining Runs from April 3\, 2023 to June 23\, 2023: \nMonday – Thursday | 5PM – 9PM\n7 Saturdays | 8 AM -12 PM \nRegistration is required for this training; both registration and training take place at 2829 Perry St #205; Madison\, WI. \nProgram Qualifications: \n\nHigh school graduate or completion of HSED/GED (or documentation in progress)\nValid driver’s license or ability to obtain one prior to employment\nEither an eligible applicant on a trade list OR willing to pursue a construction apprenticeship\nAbility to pass a drug screen\nWilling to pursue a construction apprenticeship\n\nWRTP | BIG STEP Provides You With the Connections & Skills Needed for Careers in the Trades \n\nApprenticeship Readiness\nOSHA 10/30 Certification\nFirst Aid/CPR\nConstruction Mathematics\nSolar Installation (Entry-Level)\n\n\nGreen Construction\nTrade Aptitude Testing\nTool & Material Identification\nBasic Blueprint Reading\nHands-On Projects\n\n\nApprenticeship Application Assistance\nNABTU (National Bulding Trades Union) Curriculum\, MC3: Nationally Recognized Credential
URL:https://wrtp.org/event/12-week-wisconsin-certified-pre-apprenticeship-program/
LOCATION:WRTP | BIG STEP MADISON\, 2829 Perry St\, Ste 205\, Madison\, WI\, 53713\, United States
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SUMMARY:Entry-Level Manufacturing Skills Training Class - Madison
DESCRIPTION:The ELMS Program is a 60-hour manufacturing preparation program geared toward preparing individuals to meet the workforce needs of manufacturers in the area. WRTP | BIG STEP works to prepare students for employment in various manufacturing positions\, including assembly\, entry-level machine operation\, as well as other opportunities. \n\nOrientation Session\nMarch 29\, 2023 | 10 AM \nTraining\nMonday – Friday\, May 15 – 25\, 2023 | 9 AM – 3 PM \nClasses Include: \n\nMSSC Safety Certification\nManufacturing Mathematics\nBasic Blueprint Reading\n\nQualifications for Training: \n\nSixth grade math and reading level\nAbility to pass a drug screen\nWisconsin photo ID\nUpdated resume\n\nEmployers will interview successful graduates. WRTP | BIG STEP works to prepare students for employment in various manufacturing positions\, including assembly\, forklift operation\, as well as other opportunities. Job placement assistance is provided to program graduates. Starting wages for these positions are between $17 and $29 per hour\, depending on the hiring employer and the student’s prior work history.
URL:https://wrtp.org/event/entry-level-manufacturing-skills-training-class-madison/
LOCATION:WRTP | BIG STEP MADISON\, 2829 Perry St\, Ste 205\, Madison\, WI\, 53713\, United States
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SUMMARY:MC3 Pre-Apprenticeship Training
DESCRIPTION:Interested in a Union Apprenticeship and career in the construction field? Would you like to gain some entry-level experience first? This training\, in collaboration with industry partners\, provides a credential from North America’s Building Trades Union along with many other certifications listed below\, and is no cost to you! \nRegistration \nDecember 1\, 2022 | 5 PM \nTraining Runs From January 9\, 2023 to March 31\, 2023 \nMonday – Thursday | 5 PM – 9 PM\n7 Saturdays | 8:30 PM – 12:30 PM \nProgram Qualifications \n\nHigh School graduate or completion of HSED/GED (or documentation in progress)\nValid driver’s license or ability to obtain one prior to employment\nEither an eligible applicant on a trade list OR wiling to pursue a construction apprenticeship\nAbility to pass a drug screen\n\nSuccessful completion increases your opportunity for a career in the skilled trades. \nRegistration is required for this event. 
URL:https://wrtp.org/event/mc3-pre-apprenticeship-training/
LOCATION:WRTP | BIG STEP MADISON\, 2829 Perry St\, Ste 205\, Madison\, WI\, 53713\, United States
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SUMMARY:WRTP | BIG STEP Madison Open House
DESCRIPTION:Employers\, trade representatives\, board members\, and elected officials are all invited to help us celebrate our new office! We invite you for an evening of conversation and light refreshments. \n\nStaff Meet & Greet\nGraduate Highlights\nOverview of Programs & Services\nOffice Tours\nLight Refreshments\n\nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED.
URL:https://wrtp.org/event/wrtp-big-step-madison-open-house/
LOCATION:WRTP | BIG STEP MADISON\, 2829 Perry St\, Ste 205\, Madison\, WI\, 53713\, United States
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SUMMARY:MC3 Training Program: Madison
DESCRIPTION:ATTENTION HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS! INTERESTED IN A CAREER IN CONSTRUCTION? \nWRTP’s MC3 training means an opportunity at career exploration and nearly 120 hours of coursework and hands-on preparation\, designed to help you choose and succeed in the construction skilled-building trades. As you work to determine which of the many trade pathways is best for you and your interests\, you’ll collect a portfolio of certificates that will increase your value and attractiveness to employers across the industry. You bring your passion and curiosity. We provide the class for free. \nDuring MC3 training you will learn: \n\nTool & Material Identification\nBasic Blueprint Reading\nAerial/Boom Lift\nCDL Preparation\nHands-On Projects\nApprenticeship Readiness\nOSHA 10/30 Certification\nFirst Aid/CPR\nFlaggers Training\nGreen Building\nConstruction Mathematics \n\nOnce you submit the below form\, a WRTP | BIG STEP staff member will reach out to you to discuss next steps. Please be aware that you will need to complete electronic paperwork with a WRTP | BIG STEP staff member prior to attending the event. \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED.
URL:https://wrtp.org/event/mc3-training-program-madison/
LOCATION:WRTP | BIG STEP MADISON\, 2829 Perry St\, Ste 205\, Madison\, WI\, 53713\, United States
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SUMMARY:MC3 Training Program: Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Register for our FREE Multi-Craft Core Curriculum(MC3) Pre-Apprenticeship Program! The MC3 certificate is a nationally recognized credential designed to help individuals choose and succeed in appropriate apprenticeships in the skilled trades. \nPARTICIPANTS WILL OBTAIN INSTRUCTION IN: \n\nConstruction Industry & Trade Awareness\nOSHA 30 Certification\nFirst Aid and CPR\nBasic Math for Construction\nHeritage of the American Worker\nFinancial Literacy\nHand Tools\, Power Tools\, and Material Handling\nBasic Blueprint Reading\nDiversity and Sexual Harassment in Construction\nHands-on Projects\n\nOnce you submit the below form\, a WRTP | BIG STEP staff member will reach out to you to discuss next steps. Please be aware that you will need to complete electronic paperwork with a WRTP | BIG STEP staff member prior to attending the event. \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED.
URL:https://wrtp.org/event/mc3-training-program-orientation/
LOCATION:WRTP | BIG STEP MADISON\, 2829 Perry St\, Ste 205\, Madison\, WI\, 53713\, United States
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