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Are the Skilled Trades
right for you?

So, what are the Skilled Trades?

As it relates to construction, the Trades include (but are not limited to):

  • Carpentry 

  • Plumbing

  • Electrical

  • HVAC

  • Welding

  • Tile/Masonry

  • Roofing

  • and more...

What are some of the benefits of working in the Skilled Trades?

  1. No college debt! Fully funded training is available!

  2. There's a VERY high demand for workers

  3. Job stability

  4. Competitive salaries

  5. Career progression

  6. Hands-on technical work

  7. Job variety - never a dull moment!

  8. Continuous learning

  9. Job independence - you can be your own boss!

  10. And SO much more!

What does the Kids Making It Skilled Trades Program offer training in?

  • Construction Safety

  • Carpentry

  • Plumbing

  • Electrical

  • HVAC

What other benefits can you expect from the Kids Making It Skilled Trades Program?

  1. NO COST training

  2. Personal mentorship

  3. Career planning

  4. Resume building

  5. Interview Training

  6. Letter of recommendation

  7. Opportunities to meet potential employers

Before submitting an application,
please consider what  our expectations are of you:

  1. Be 100% invested in wanting to build your future.

  2. Have all intentions of furthering your training or working in the Skilled Trades.

  3. Show up to every class (students are only permitted to miss 2 out of 16 classes).

  4. Show up on time, every time.

  5. Abide by all workshop safety rules.

Program requirements:

  1. Must be at least a high school senior (age 17-22)*

  2. Must have reliable transportation

  3. Must pass a background check for ages 18+

​(an offense on your record may not disqualify you from the program. We believe in second chances if you want to better yourself and improve your life.)

*We hope to offer Skilled Trades courses for young adults ages 23-26 in the near future

If this sounds like the career path for you:

Please reach out to Jerry Dominguez or call 910-763-6001 with any questions.

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