Introduction to Construction Trades Certificate of Completion

The Introduction to Construction Trades Certificate of Completion combines an overview of the building trades and construction math with industry relevant certificates, including OSHA 10 and basic First Aid/CPR/AED certificates. The combined coursework is intended to prepare students to enter the building trades with basic technical skills, skills in construction math, as well as a clear understanding of jobsite safety and the soft skills required to advance their careers in the building trades.  Students completing this certificate will be well positioned to gain entry level employment, in new and remodel construction, in addition to specialty trades such as plumbing, electrical, building efficiency and retrofitting. 

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The Introduction to the Construction Trades Certificate of Completion is designed to be used for non-credit Adult Education programs, or non-credit high school programs in a cohort model. It offers a semester-long overview of construction trades and includes trade related certificates. The core course provides an overview of the building trades that includes demonstrations of various building trade skills, discussions with guests from trades about how to prepare for employment, job availability and requirements, and wage ranges.  Additionally, students will be introduced to foundational topics in building such as construction math, project planning, wall framing, basic electrical wiring and plumbing, and other topics that may vary by semester. 

Supplemental courses include: Construction Math A and B, Safety Standards in Construction (providing OSHA 10 certification),forklift use certification, and CPR and first aid certification.  These are all certifications that employers have identified as making applicants more qualified for construction work.  This certificate will fall under the short-term vocational category.

 Students completing this certificate will be able to:

 1.      explain the construction process and describe the various technical trades and skills required in the construction process.

2.      solve construction related problems and materials estimation by applying apply basic mathematical principles. 

3.      discuss construction safety concepts and demonstrate best practices related to construction job sites, including around equipment; demonstrate competency in community First Aid/CPR/AED.  

4.      demonstrate applied understanding of soft skills required for construction jobsites, including verbal and non-verbal communication, willingness to learn and cooperate, planning and organization, persistence in problem solving, and actively listen to instructions.

5.      have acquired necessary skills to gain employment in the construction industry.