At Prep4Work, we are committed to transforming communities and empowering individuals through comprehensive workforce development initiatives.
Our Building Trades Workforce Development Program is designed to provide essential skills and credentials in various high-demand building trades, ensuring participants are well- equipped to enter and thrive in these critical industries.
Why Building Trades?
The building trades are the backbone of our nation's infrastructure. From constructing homes and commercial buildings to maintaining essential services like plumbing and electrical systems, skilled tradespeople are vital to the economy. With the Biden-Harris administration's focus on infrastructure development, there is an unprecedented demand for trained professionals in these fields.
Our Program: A Pathway to Success
​Our program offers a cohort-based training model that ensures participants receive focused, hands-on instruction in their chosen trade. Each cohort is designed to provide a comprehensive education, culminating in a basic credential that validates the participant's skills and readiness for the workforce.
Building Trades Descriptions and Cohort Offerings
1. Carpentry
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Carpenters are skilled in constructing, installing, and repairing structures and fixtures made of wood and other materials.
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Cohort Duration: 12 weeks
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Credential: Basic Carpentry Certification
2. Electrical
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Electricians install, maintain, and repair electrical systems in homes, businesses, and industrial settings.
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Cohort Duration: 14 weeks
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Credential: Basic Electrical Certification
3. Plumbing
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Plumbers install and repair piping systems in residential, commercial, and industrial environments.
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Cohort Duration: 10 weeks
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Credential: Basic Plumbing Certification
4. HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning)
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HVAC technicians install and maintain heating, cooling, and ventilation systems.
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Cohort Duration: 12 weeks
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Credential: Basic HVAC Certification
5. Masonry
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Masons work with brick, stone, and concrete to build and repair structures.
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Cohort Duration: 12 weeks
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Credential: Basic Masonry Certification
6. Roofing
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Roofers install and repair roofs using a variety of materials, ensuring buildings are weatherproof.
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Cohort Duration: 8 weeks
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Credential: Basic Roofing Certification
7. Painting
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Painters prepare and paint surfaces in buildings and structures, both interior and exterior.
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Cohort Duration: 6 weeks
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Credential: Basic Painting Certification
8. Welding
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Welders use high heat to melt and fuse metal parts together, a critical skill in construction and manufacturing.
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Cohort Duration: 10 weeks
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Credential: Basic Welding Certification
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Partnership Options
Prep4Work offers flexible partnership opportunities for building trade partners and big box building materials stores to collaborate with us. These partnerships provide a turn-key workforce development program that includes:
ï‚·Training Facilities and Equipment:
Partners can provide training spaces and essential equipment for hands-on learning.
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Material Donations and Discounts:
Big box stores can sponsor materials, tools, and supplies at discounted rates or as donations.
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Guest Instructors and Workshops:
Industry professionals can conduct workshops and guest lectures to enhance learning experiences.
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Apprenticeship and Job Placement:
Partners can offer apprenticeship programs and job placement assistance to program graduates.
Join Us in Building a Better Future
The Prep4Work Building Trades Workforce Development Program is more than just training; it’s a pathway to a stable and rewarding career. Our cohorts are designed to ensure participants are job-ready, meeting the high standards of today’s building trades industry.
For more information about our upcoming cohorts and partnership opportunities, contact us below. Together, we can build a brighter future for individuals and communities alike.
ï‚·Visit: Prep4Work.org
JYounger@Prep4Work.com
HILOA Housing LLC (501c3):
ACollins@Hiloahousing.org