- Construction Careers Now!
- Why Construction
- Entry Level
- Career Path
- Skilled Trades
- Asbestos Worker
- Brick Mason
- Carpenter
- Carpet Installer
- Cement Mason – Concrete Finisher
- Craft Laborer
- Drywall Installer
- Electrician
- Elevator Installer & Repair
- Glaziers
- Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning (HVAC) Mechanics
- Heavy Equipment Mechanic
- Heavy Equipment Operator
- Insulation Worker
- Iron Worker
- Landscape Architect
- Painter
- Pipefitter
- Pipelayer
- Plumber
- Roofer
- Sheet Metal Worker
- Stone Mason
- Tile & Wood Floor Installer
- Truck Driver
- Welder
- Wind Technician
- Construction Management
- Video Gallery
- Apprenticeships
- Parents & Educators
- Colorado Construction Connection
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Program Overview
The Construction Careers Now program consists of a 4 week Introduction to Construction Careers curriculum through Emily Griffith Technical College. During the 4th week of the course students will attend a HIRING FAIR and meet numerous “eager to hire” construction contractors with career opportunities available now in the trade of your choice.
LOCATION:
- Central 70 Career Training & Resource Center
- 3600 East 46th Avenue Denver, CO 80216
- Click here for map
Real Opportunities for New Career
Why enter the Construction Careers Now Program?
- Construction Careers are in high demand
- 33,000 employees are needed in the construction industry in Colorado over the next 6 years
- You could start your career in the next 30 days!
- Meet contractors at the hiring fair in the 3rd week of your program
- Industry Sponsored Tuition
- No cost to participant
- Well-paid Careers
- No student loans!
- Choose from a variety of trades and career paths within the industry
- No experience required
- Learn the latest construction technology
Program Length
- 4 weeks (16 classes)
- Monday thru Thursday - 5pm-8pm
- Hiring Fair on fourth Wednesday of the course, 4pm-6pm
Location
NEW LOCATION:
- Central 70 Career Training & Resource Center
- 3600 East 46th Avenue Denver, CO 80216
- Click here for map
Cost
- Industry Sponsored Tuition (no cost to participant)
Requirements
- Colorado Resident
Curriculum
Introduction to Construction Careers
- Review of Various Trades
- Opportunities, Job Titles, Responsibilities, Career Paths,
- Basic terminology
- Basic & Current Power Tools and Equipment on jobsites - hands-on
- Expectations of employers and employees
Basic Construction Measurement
Safety
- Job Hazard Analysis
- Treating Injuries
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Material Safety Data Sheets
- CPR
- 10-Hour OSHA Certification
Building Techniques
- Concrete-Foundations and Slab on Grade, Vertical Formwork
- Framing/Flashing
- Installing Doors/Windows, Door Hardware
- Trim-Window, Door, Floor, Ceiling
- Drywall Installation and Finishing
- Electrical
- Specialties
Leadership/Soft Skills
- Learn to give and take directions
- Positive attitude
- Work ethics/productivity
- Time management/organization
- Communication skills & responsibility
- Sense of urgency - working on schedule
- Interview skills/mock interviews
- Computer Skills - Jobs going digital in the field
Contractor Presentations
Start Date Schedule (choose one)
All classes are M-Th, 5pm-8pm.
2018 Dates
- March:
- Start Date — Monday, March 19th
- Hiring Fair — April 11th
- Graduation — April 12th
- REGISTRATION CLOSED - CLASS FULL
- April:
- Start Date — Monday, April 23rd
- Hiring Fair — May 16th
- Graduation — May 17th
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- June:
- Start Date — Monday, June 4th
- Hiring Fair — June 27th
- Graduation — June 28th
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- July:
- Start Date — Monday, July 9th
- Hiring Fair — August 1st
- Graduation — August 2nd
- August:
- Start Date — Monday, August 6th
- Hiring Fair — August 29th
- Graduation — August 30th
