Construction Core

As the construction industry evolves, ABC CraftMasters adapts to meet its needs. Since 2008, the CORE program has provided a solid foundation for individuals aspiring to advance from entry-level workers to journey workers, crew leaders, foremen, and beyond. The class has now expanded to 10 weeks, offering even more valuable content in response to the construction industry's growing demands. CORE is the starting point for all trade and apprenticeship classes. It equips students with the essential knowledge and skills required across various construction trades. The program combines multiple trades into a single class, ensuring that apprentices and craft trainees quickly acquire foundational knowledge and crucial safety training. This integrated approach also allows entry-level workers and apprentices to better understand their role in the broader construction community. In addition to apprentices, CORE is also beneficial for assistant project managers, office personnel, and warehouse and yard workers, helping them gain a deeper understanding of the trades and field expectations. What’s Included? Enhanced Safety Training: Topics include fall protection, First Aid/CPR AED, OSHA 10, construction safety, job hazards, aerial work, electrical safety, hazard communication, and fire safety. Construction Math: Learn to read a tape measure and perform essential calculations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, working with fractions, decimals, percentages, and measurements. Hand/Power Tools: Hands-on experience with commonly used tools like drills, saws, and more, through three practical projects. Blueprint Reading: Introduction to understanding and navigating construction blueprints. Employability Skills: Learn the essentials to retain a job in the industry. Communication Skills: Develop effective communication strategies to express needs and instructions clearly. Material Handling: proper handling techniques and procedures as well as potential hazards.

 

Target Population: 18+ and will consider younger.

Intake/Eligibility: Contact: kmarbury@abcmetrowashington.org or msilvers@abcmetrowashington.org

Apprenticeship and Trades Training

CTT offers apprenticeship and construction craft training across up to 21 different trades, with a strong emphasis on carpentry, electrical, HVAC-R, and plumbing. Our mission is to develop skilled construction trade professionals through innovative educational programming, providing the metro Washington region with a highly qualified workforce. Whether you're a student exploring your first career path, a seasoned professional from construction or another industry, or an employer seeking to enhance your employees' skills, our programs offer a valuable solution. Our programs are fully approved and accredited by: National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) Maryland Apprenticeship and Training Council (MATC) DC Apprenticeship and Training Council (DCATC) Additionally, our program undergoes periodic review by NCCER and consistently earns “outstanding” ratings.

 

Target Population: 18+, will consider younger.

Intake/Eligibility: Contact: kmarbury@abcmetrowashington.org, msilvers@abcmetrowashington.org, or info@abcmetrowashington.org.