Contacts:
Jane Moy
jmoy@ulgm.org | 608.729.1200
Danica Nilsestuen
dnilsestuen@wdbscw.org | 608.249.9001
Madison, WI – A collaborative of workforce development agencies will be holding informational sessions next week for the February 2015 Foundations for the Trades Academy – a comprehensive training program for those interested in careers in the construction trades industry. The program uses an industry-recognized approach to learning craft skills, combining classroom instruction and hands-on training on a job site. Contextual learning specific to construction trades, safety, construction math and measurements, and hand and power tools are part of the curriculum. Participants also develop work readiness skills needed for employment or apprenticeships in the industry.
The 7-week training course is available at no cost for eligible participants. Information sessions (pre-registration required) are available for those interested in participating in the program at the following times and locations:
Tuesday, January 27
1:00pm-4:00pm
East Madison Community Center
8 Straubel Ct., Madison, WI
Wednesday, January 28
9:00am-12:00pm
Urban League of Greater Madison
2222 S. Park St., Madison, WI
Wednesday, January 28
1:30pm-4:30pm
Lussier Community Education Center
55 S. Gammon Rd., Madison, WI
Thursday, January 29
1:00pm-4:00pm
Dane County Job Center
1819 Aberg Ave., Madison, WI
For more information on the Foundations for the Trades Academy, or to register for the information session, please call Marvel Browne at 920.206.7114 or email molstad@worksmartnetwork.org. Class size is limited, so register early.
About the Foundations for the Trades Academy
The Foundations for the Trades Academy is a partnership of that includes Construction Training, Inc.’s START Program, Operation Fresh Start, Urban League of Greater Madison, and the Workforce Development Board of South Central Wisconsin’s WorkSmart Network. Funding sources for the program include the City of Madison, the Workforce Investment Act of 1998 and the Wisconsin Fast Forward initiative.
